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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1916
Page
1
A British and Allied note asserts that Germany’s 1914 pretense of treaty respect is over, demanding formal guarantees from the Entente. The reply frames Germany as unable to obtain same terms as powers that honor signatories.
Paris reports the allies will hand Ambassador Sharp the German note reply, published tomorrow, reasserting central empires’ responsibility for the European war. It demands reparations and restitutions as outlined by Lloyd George and says Germany’s failure to propose peace removes any basis for talks. It asserts Berlin’s 1914 treaty contempt precludes equal terms without guarantees.
Paris dispatch reports the war office stating Allied artillery razed German positions near Quennevieres and penetrated trenches already shattered and evacuated. On the Meuse left bank the enemy shelled our lines between the Meuse and Avoineurt as we repelled several grenade attacks along the front.
Berlin reports heavy fighting on the Transylvanian front as Teutonic troops entered entrenched Russo-Rumanian positions and advanced despite counterattacks. Russians and Rumanians are being driven back along the front between Mount Aina and the Danube.
German forces repelled all French attempts to retake Verdun positions in yesterday’s front line actions. Berlin dispatch notes the attacks were unsuccessful as the French effort to regain ground failed.
Washington December 2 Norway's government expresses lively interest in President Wilson's proposal for a durable peace and deep empathy with efforts to shorten the war. The Norwegian government says it would support measures aiding peace while avoiding interference with legitimate sentiments and obligations to its own people.
Dr A G Ladd of Burlington representing the state board of health ordered no services at the Bellows Falls Methodist Episcopal church tomorrow after a scarlet fever case attended last Sunday and Monday. Acting health officer Miner arranged a thorough sweep and cushion spraying with antiseptic per Dr Ladds suggestion.
Vienna dispatch reports the death of Edward Strauss a noted composer of dance music. He passed away in Vienna on December 20 and was announced via London on December 30.
Mrs. James Gow sails to South Royalton for weekend plans while Doris Ordway returns from Claremont. Sargent goes home to White River Junction after Barre business. Thomas Carter heads to Burlington en route to Middlebury. Various visitors and travelers pass through Barre, Montpelier, and nearby towns, with farm sales and local moves noted amidst winter activity.
Edward Clayton of Poultney was granted parole after serving a term in the home of correction for burglary. Gov Gates commuted a two year probation period, noting prior intoxication and violations. Clayton had previously been sentenced in Rutland County Court and Rutherford County later given short jail time for intoxication offenses. The parole rescission or renewal was delivered by Sheriff Fish as officials outlined the plan for release and monitoring.
Dr Jacques Lee of the Rockefeller Institute and Dr Loch address the American Association for the Advancement of Science on biology and war. They argue that the war myth of survival and the struggle for existence are not natural laws and that virility does not vanish if war is avoided.
Sister Mary St Francis Regis of the Sisters of the Holy Cross died yesterday in St Albans at Sherwood hospital after an operation. She was years old. A requiem mass was sung at Holy Angels chapel. The body went to the mother house at St Laurent near Montreal for funeral services Saturday morning. Survived by Mr and Mrs James Walsh of Montreal and a brother Jamner who is en route to England to join the Allies. She had been in St Albans two years.
Pittsford Miss Jelmira Bucknam died at her home after a brief illness. Born in Rutland she lived in Pittsford for about a decade. She married James Bucknam and is survived by daughters Mrs Alles Newtom and Miss Marion Bucknam. Funeral at 1:30 Sunday at the house.
Meadow Brookolf club held its year end farewell dance in Clan Gordon last evening attended by eighty couples. The event featured a local orchestra, intermission luncheon served by younger members, and a well decorated hall. Committee members included George Wrands Arthur Pirin Joseph Fraser Harry Livendale Jeoe Alexander Keesom.
A man identified as 32 year old George C eats was found unresponsive after a collapse in a suburb. He was transported to a local physician Dr. Curse A. Herkine who found severe injuries to head and arm. Condition listed as critical.
Berlin and London reports say President Wilson’s explanatory note on the war aims was withheld while German officials decided if it reflected misconceptions. The public and press doubted influence on German policy as the note’s timing and content were discussed in Berlin.
Washington, D.C. secretary Lansing declined to confirm the claim that the president's note seeking peace had been sent to belligerents. Other officials said they would continue to assess the situation and communicate updates.
Washington, Dec 30 The American government released an authoritative statement listing three main points in its note to the belligerents. The key concerns are protecting neutral powers, ensuring future peace guarantees, and proposing terms for concrete peace discussions. The administration believes peace terms could attract Entente interest and enable serious talks while guarding postwar compliance.
Funeral services for Mrs Rosa Prario of North Main street were held Friday at 2 pm at St Monica's Church with Rev P M McKenna officiating. A survivor escort from the community accompanied the hearse from her Sanguinetti building apartment to the church and then to the Catholic cemetery on Hockley street for burial.
Funeral services for Anthony Donahue, a longtime Terre Toven merchant and Firiniteville resident, were held at St. Sylvester's Church. Rev Joseph Trroot officiated. Bearers included Veter Murphy Joseph Lev tourneau William Mitchell Jobin G Meg Leod William Karr and Frank Mitchell. Interment followed at St. Sylvester's Cemetery near South Barre.
Fire at the Kosten and Maine roundhouse damaged seven engines in Newport dated yesterday. Ten engines were saved with no injuries reported. Origin of the blaze unclear as crews fought the fire, which was subdued before causing major losses.
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Cribbage players affiliated with Harre Cribbage club gathered for the first annual jubilation at Worthenhall Inn. About forty couples attended the dancing assembly with a musical program and a substantial buffet luncheon. Conferees contributing included Mrs. Ingram, Mrs. Will, Mrs. Flather, Stephen, Samiy Anderson, the Peterhead comic, George Taylor, William Melvin, Alexander Read, William Still, William Brodie, and John Watkins. William Mitchell acted as floor manager. Brodie offered an original sketch between dances. The organizing committee comprised George Taylor chair, Charles A. Keith secretary treasurer, with Alexander Reid, John Jarvis, Harper Mitchell, and Alexander Anmierron.
Pensa Hallister released the term’s rankings at Goddard Seminary with Frances McWilliams of Graniteville leading the Regular Course at 16.6 percent and Josephine Larechinu of Barre atop the Commercial Department at 1.2 percent. The lists show multiple students across Regular and Commercial divisions with various small percentages and names including Barre, Graniteville, Winooski, Montpelier, and East Barre.
Lawyers plan a Vermont Bar association annual meeting at the county courthouse Tuesday with a 7 oclock start for business. John W. Gordon will deliver the annual address and memorial sketches will be presented. A banquet follows at the Pavilion hotel with a guest list of distinguished speakers and guests from Barre, Montrest, and nearby towns.
A joint committee's 1916 proposed rules revisions aim to streamline the legislature's work. It calls for a unified calendar, reduced joint committees, regular meetings, and extended committee powers, with tighter limits on reconsideration and formalities. The report favors printing bills before introduction and restricts joint resolutions, seeking a more efficient, legal process.
Joseph W Nelam becomes the new gas superintendent at People's Lighting Heating and Power effective today. Lavtter M Wease, who has served as assistant for the past three years, will assume the post with the firm showing steady policy changes and senior staff commitments.
Meetings across New England aim to unify milk producers into local unions and county associations to gain benefits from the New England Milk Producers' Association. About 75 farmers from Washington county attended in Montpelier, with leaders from Waterbury Barre Berlin elected to oversee local units and join the regional effort.
At Gircomnell city hall the fire committee reviewed examination papers from five candidates who appeared at the public examination last evening. Two regular department positions were created by the city council. Ratings were high and all five appeared well qualified. Three names will go to Mayor Gordon, who will select two appointments for confirmation at the council’s regular monthly meeting Tuesday evening.
Gladys N. Gale presented a daily talk on The Organ, first in a series. The program praised musical merit and tonal refinement, with Mrs. Etch assisting and a focus on historical notes and instrument development.
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