05 Feb 1918
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1918
Page
1
American artillery halted a German raid early today as heavy shelling continued along the American front. Germans, unable to seize the first line trenches, reportedly suffered heavy casualties and used gas shells, while several Americans were lightly wounded yet refused evacuation to stay at their posts.
London report states Unionist MP William John Macc Geagh Mactaw of West Down was fined 2000 pounds and 8175 for hoarding food. The case ties a parliamentary figure to a food hoarding incident, reflecting wartime austerity measures impacting senior political figures.
New York city faced a severe coal shortage with only one day’s supply remaining. The fuel administration cited ice blockades hindering coal barges and temperatures dropping to a record cold, amplifying the crisis across the metropolis.
Washington reports show freight and coal movements may delay Monday industrial closing as McAdoo and other officials confer. East coal transport rose over 16 percent in two days, increasing uncertainty about the plan.
An unidentified vessel 20 miles off the coast is reported in trouble. Government steamers offered aid from Atlantic Port on February. rescuers faced high winds and heavy ice as the grounded American steamer remains buried in sand.
The food administration ordered a two ounce bread ration for patrons of hotels, restaurants and dining cars in Washington on February five. The rule limits wheat bread to two ounces per person per meal unless non wheat rolls or bread from corn, oatmeal or bran are used, and if only one non wheat bread is served the portion may be four ounces. Rolls may not weigh more than one ounce each.
London reports Andrew Booer Law stating German submarines killed 14 120 non combatant British men women and children.
A dated report shows ten months of war costing the United States about 7.1 billion dollars. Expenditures are rising as the conflict continues, with monthly war expenses exceeding two thousand dollars per person in some measures. The note highlights alien costs and the overall strain on wartime spending.
In Swanton Keb an A A hearing is set before Justice of the Peace Pvt Audette in the case of Mice Anna Houtah of Alburg Center accused under the abandonment statute of a child under two years old. Witnesses summoned. Town Grand Juror RW Joadlyn to prosecute. F G Webster to defend.
Brattleboro fire last night forced guests from the Brooks house during an auction of blooded cattle. The blaze confined to a first floor candy store. Everyone escaped with none of their personal effects damaged. The loss is listed as 815, 100.
William LeBaron Putnam, retired judge of the United States circuit court of appeals, died at his Portland home. Born in Bath May 26, 18, he trained at Bowdoin, began practice in Portland in 1802, served as Portland mayor in 1860, and was a Democratic candidate for governor in 1888.
New York February 1 freight movement on eastern rails, after a week of slight gains, halted by a Sunday storm. A. P. Smith regional director called the weather a condition not seen in fifty years, noting four prior storms contributing to the stoppage.
The week shows strong recruiting under Robert Foster with about 75 men expected to join the First Vermont at Camp Greene. Twenty one signed on Monday and more await medical advice, potentially raising the tally before Saturday. Names listed include Jett, Shon, Nelligan, Stewart, Jawlyn, Saith, Wen gall, Hesttte, Verner, Bill, and others.
Senator Wadeworth warns that centralized U S war control risks overreach as agencies tightly regulate production. He cites reports of machinery being adapted for war and questions efficiency, urging clearer authority and oversight paths amid wartime mobilization.
A severe wave blankets the country east of the Mississippi from northern borders to the Gulf of Mexico. Weather may ease with moderation in Atlantic coast districts by Thursday. Northfield may see 24 below zero with extending cold southward toward the Gulf.
Randolph resident Cure D Gibbs has been named the honor man in the United States Signs volunteers drive. Vermont officials report Gibbs’ nomination reached Washington after a push to recruit shipyard workers. Simonds urges careful screening. Vermont aims to fill a 12000 quota as shipbuilding volunteers respond amid cold waves and frozen harbors.
In Vermont the season’s worst cold gripped Barre and surrounding areas as a northwest gale and deep drifts halted rail traffic. Trains stalled, schedules wrecked, and fuel shortages worsened conditions while schools dismissed early and travel ground to a halt along rural routes.
A Central Vermont southbound train was cancelled last night due to cold and snow drifts. Train No 2, due at 1 23 this morning, was tied up at St Albans station, while Train No 1 from the south was not yet arriving this afternoon.
Fragmented OCR reports a fire alarm drill or siren sequence with three blasts to repeat, suggesting a school closing or warning. Text is garbled but indicates weather or wind notes and an upcoming event tomorrow, with references to units and a repeat pattern.
George Sprague visited Barre after his kitchen range exploded due to a frozen water pipe. He stood before the stove and was uninjured as iron fragments flew around and two fires broke out. Fire was put out. family delayed breakfast and planned stove replacement. His son questioned why he stayed in the kitchen.
The plaintiff asks for accounting and settlement of the granite business in which Le C Beck and Werner Beck were partners. A temporary injunction is requested to restrain Arabella Beck from any dealing with the affairs of the company while the matter proceeds. The case stems from Werner Beck’s death and disputed business windings and policy issues.
Vermont Supreme Court at Montpelier opens the February term with multiple cases heard by Chief Justice John H. Watson. Decisions uphold all verdicts in Windsor and Washington counties, with discussions on State v Eaton and Montpelier railroad disputes, adjournment at 11 80.
Washington county board informs February 2 1918 that men previously marked disqualified for service must undergo further medical testing. Defective teeth hernia flat feet or bunions weight issues and limb affections can trigger recalls. army surgeons may rectify remediable defects after entry.
In probate court the will of Kawin Lowe, late of Montpelier, was proven. Estate administration appointed, with executor named. Other details unreadable in the fragment.
Private Harry G Fogg writes from France to his sister Mrs. William Duby describing cold damp conditions, mud, old fireplaces, and primitive housing. He recalls letters home and notes bombardment sounds, a desire for more frequent mail, and mentions the American Expeditionary Forces Ammunition Train.
A wartime letter from Fred A. Ransom, of Co. 0, 10th U.S. Infantry, AWK. P., from somewhere in France on Jan 7 describes daily drills, fatigue, and long marches. He mentions war risk insurance, airship activity, and compares the countryside to Vermont and Massachusetts while sending regards to Chelsea and home folks.
Deputy Collector K F P Barrette opens income tax help in city hall offering guidance to eligible filers. The office is crowded from opening until noon and again this morning as taxpayers rush to settle obligations. Prompt payment encouraged with many waivers of the three per cent penalty.
Mrs Babel Mare Cox, wife of Joke Cea of upper Graniteville, died at her home after a week of illness. She leaves her husband and two children Irene and Stanley, with many relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at Sylvester’s chapel in Graniteville, with burial in South Barre cemetery.
Barre City officials approved a plan for a municipal woodyard after a labor union delegation pushed for reclaimed wood access. Aldermen supported pursuing data on operation details, while fire protection needs on upper Tremont Street drew further scrutiny and funding requests.
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