31 Dec 1921
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1921
Page
1
Mrs Abe Attell divorced wife of former pugilist Sam Gould and Harry Cohen are held in New York City after a lengthy investigation into a mail theft scheme involving a $1,500,000 bond. The case follows three arrests and extends over several months.
New York police and postoffice inspectors have stepped up a $1,500,000 bonds theft case dated July 18, 1921. Arrests include Mrs Abe Attell and Sam Gold with Mary Colin. investigators allege conspiracy to alter government bonds. Attell claimed a moving picture actor sold the bond for $900. The loss occurred en route from the Federal Reserve Bank to Washington.
Paris dispatch reports Allied bankers back a joint international credit consortium to rebuild transport-starved economies. British, Italian, Belgian delegations join dawn meetings outlining Ter Menlen scheme approved at Brussels. Austria slated as first beneficiary with loans tied to pledged assets and security.
Belfast dispatch reports Associated Press summary on North and South Ireland harmony. Premier calls for self restraint, unity, and joint effort to keep Ireland aligned with Britain and the empire as crucial to Ireland’s destiny and peace in the new year.
Washington Dec 1 All individuals holding two or more posts as officers and directors of interstate railroads were granted permission by the Interstate Commerce Commission to retain their positions. The commission said maintaining multiple directorates would not harm public or private interests. The order did not name individuals or railroads and followed actions taken previously on Rockefeller Baker Vanderbilt.
Three Boothbay Harbor men died when a back derrick bolt failed and an engine toppled during construction at Rice Brothers shipyard. James Tibbetts aged 92, Alvah Orne about 60, and Christopher Dickinson around 60 were pinned beneath heavy weight. Tibbetts died later, Orne and Dickinson died within minutes to a quarter hour. All were married and had worked about six months at the yard.
The Banca Italiana di Leonte, under court decree moratorium, is expected to reopen soon with a creditors committee appointed to reorganize claims. The Popolo Romano notes promoters are rallying to aid the bank and that 40,000,000 lire may cover urgent demands to stabilize operations.
From Washington Jan 14 as new hints arise that the long Sino-British talks will close soon. Geddes the British ambassador views progress on eastern policy under Root resolutions as likely with adjustments already seen in areas including extraterritorial rights in China and foreign postal services. A partial troop withdrawal and tariff changes for China are anticipated while broader issues remain uncertain.
Paris December 31 reports the French delegation endorses a national wartime law. It would prohibit torpedoing merchant ships, a restriction aimed at protecting civilian maritime commerce amid ongoing hostilities.
Fire caused excitement as Horton and Maia report a December 31 blaze in the portie end section. The fire damaged a building described as the personnel building, with initial reports noting it was destroyed.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions charity or dinner, but key names, dates, and events are unreadable. Unable to extract a definite person, place, or organization to anchor a factual summary.
An indictment or filing from the metropolitan area involves a robbery case. The defendants face charges connected to criminal acts and incitement in a complex scheme. The document references an insurer and a credit or premium related dispute as part of the case. The exact names and dates are unclear due to the damaged text, but the proceeding appears to involve a grand jury and charges of theft or fraud. Local authorities and the court are handling the matter.
Paris reports the French press shows little editorial candor on the Washington conference. Commentary is brief and skeptical of aid positions. Figaro singles out England and Britain’s balance, noting disarmament push and demands for naval limits while warning France risks renunciation of the war and Rhine occupations if rejected.
Washington report notes naval conference work near halt as powers to reaffirm existing agreements. Full naval committee adjourned until next week amid drafting of a nonbinding statement urging adherence to a moral committe e and outlining limits on battleships and destroyers.
Frank J Bedard, 38, a boarder in Holyoke, shot Mrs Bourke three times then killed himself with a fourth bullet. Mrs Bourke survived, in poor health, after collapsing while fleeing toward a neighbor’s home. No motive or witnesses available. The bodies were found in the Beurke home and kitchen respectively.
Boston officials announce intensified enforcement after raids along the New Hampshire border destroyed 11,000 dollars worth of stills and thousands of gallons of liquor. Prohibition agents say counterfeit gin samples and wood alcohol contamination risk partygoers tonight in hotels and eateries.
Reported by British authorities plans to curb New Year celebrations in the Bowery and Fifth to Fourteenth streets with dry measures across entertainment venues. Prohibition officials expect a surge for restaurant owners as agents reserve tables in the white district. Vengeance battleship drifts in English Channel after tow lines part during a storm. tow attempts fail and crews try to reach safety.
New York December 31 1921 Prominent bankers including Thomas B Adams president of the American Bankers Association say business prospects for 1922 are hopeful. They note the removal of major anxieties and expect the middle of 1922 to show recovery with easier money rates and stronger banks. European economic restoration and stable international trade remain prerequisites for lasting prosperity.
New York on December 1 1921 former President Woodrow Wilson predicted that 1922 would show the Democratic party has regained the nation’s confidence. He replied to a birthday letter from the Women’s Democratic Political League through Lilian Han Siro, thanking the league for its cheer and support for the party in the new year.
A British vessel named Huntieh echoaner Messenger of Pears carrying liquor was seized by a U S coast guard cutter near Ocracoke, North Carolina. Crew members were detained by Boatewsin J Ho Garrish at the Ocracoke station after the ship was intercepted off the North Carolina coast.
Washington December 31 The new silver dollar of the 121 design will be ready for distribution Saturday at the Philadelphia mint the first in Washington since 1878. The meeting of the American side and the Knights of mass a wountsin top with James Flaherty of Philadelphia presiding discussed changes to the dollar’s design and history experts named to review the coin’s imagery.
Fragmented OCR describes Ceandier Ca Sayette Force appearing over 100 percent, noted as elevated and tied to a central committee. The text is garbled and hard to verify but implies a large display or demonstration exceeding 100 percent participation or support.
Local notices report diversions and appointments as Montpelier figures in regional business and state department activity. Vermont figures including James Harmiens and Francis List are mentioned with moves between Burlington and Montpelier, while imports and markets influence regional trade conditions as winter idleness settles in.
Major Rene La Rock of St. Johna P Q faced U S customs officers and Franklin county deputies after a car chase and gun fight near Bakersfield on Saturday night. He paid a $500 fine plus costs for destroying liquor in the seized auto, forfeiture of the car and liquor, and was jailed for illegal liquor import. Rock, a World War I veteran, was wounded in the head and had attempted to shoot at officers with a 48 Colt revolver. Bail set at $1,000, which he could not furnish.
Charles Barrett of Milton pleaded guilty in St Athans city court to forging a $6 check drawn on Franklin County Bank in the name of F W Eliet. He was committed to Franklin County Jail awaiting sentencing. He also passed other checks on Woolworth and local merchants in St Alban.
A weather bulletin notes a southwest storm forming this afternoon from Norfolk Virginia to Eastport Maine, with winds turning south and southwest and reaching gale force inland as the lakes region disturbance moves eastward rapidly.
A jumble of brief notices from Grand Isle and nearby towns chronicles visitors, moves, births, obituaries, and social plans. Names such as A H Beaupre, Mrs Charlotte Prenier, Sidward West, and Willis A Venable appear amid engagements, travels to Burlington, and arrangements for a New Year dinner. The fragmentary items mention funeral attendance, home moves, business trips, a Granite Co manager return, court imitations, and local real estate activity, all capturing a bustling community's holiday mood.
Mrs. Merle Morrison Close widow of George Close died suddenly in Cambridge Massachusetts. She was born in Barre around 1880 and attended Goddard Seminary graduating in 1900. She leaves two daughters Emily and Lucille both of Cambridge and a son in law Willard Martin of Cambridge plus two half brothers. Burial will be at Mount Auburn Cemetery beside her husband who died in Barre in 1918.
Waterbury residents mourn as Mrs. Sarah Robinson aged 80 dies at Waterbury Center. Funeral held at Waterbury Center Methodist Church with Rev. Sailin officiating. Survived by four children and two grandchildren. George Grover dies at 78, a former selectman, with two children and four grandchildren. Mrs Emma May dies at 72 leaving two daughters and seven grandchildren. News also notes Walter K Bigelow of Salem, aged 80, a longtime businessman.
Funeral services for Mrs G E Berg were held this morning after a wake at her residence. Rev B J Lehigh officiated at the Pees church ceremony with two selections by a choir. Pallbearers included A G Nelson Frank Rom Charles Catto and John Bose. The body was moved by ambulance to Montpelier and then by train to South Ryegate for burial at the family graveyard.
Walter Adams a traveling salesman for a Worcester Mass tear company has returned to Barre after an extended visit with his mother at 108 Washington Street. Miss Harriet Mouston of Philadelphia and Mrs Milne of Barre visit for a few days. A large American Legion Hall dance drew about forty couples with a lively social scene and a regular meeting of the RU. club planned.
Joseph Thomas, longtime Barre resident and Civil War navy veteran, died suddenly in his room at 14 Depot Square after a sleepless night. Neighbors and the local doctor were summoned. authorities investigated as plans for funeral arrangements proceed and relatives are sought.
Waterbury Burlington game ended with the Waterbury Community Club defeating Burlington. Key players listed include Leann Randall L Anair R Ansix Fiyam Meteall in a wave of points scoring victory.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate names and addresses with plans for New Year visits and Christmas holidays. Several proper nouns appear inconsistent and may refer to residents on Clif street and relatives in Manchester. Details are garbled with multiple misspellings and incomplete sentences.
A fragmented early notice from Graniteville refers to quarry workers and a call to organize with a Workers' International Union of America. The document mentions a secretary and a meeting in May, signaling labor action and stalled business proceedings.
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