American Seaman Killed in Sinking of Provisional Collier
Washington reports from Consul Frost at Queenstown that the British provisional collier Eavestone was sunk by a German submarine near Fastnet on February 4. An American seaman, Richard Wallace of Baltimore, was killed during the boats’ shelling after they had just left the Eavestone. Details remain unavailable.
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Washington, D. C
State Department
Frost
Queenstown
Eavestone
Thellore
Fastnet
Richard Wallace
Baltimore
Admiralty
Germany
Ambassador Page
British Boats Sunk After Shelling by German Submarine
London dispatch reports the steamers Tale of Arran Kavestone and Hurstwood sunk by a German submarine. Four crewmen dead and Richard Wallace of Baltimore among the killed. survivors recount shelling of boats rescuing from Kavestone.
Von Bernstorff Gets Iron Cross for Civil War Service
London report says Count Von Bernstorff, ex ambassador, has been awarded the Iron Cross a white ribbon by Germany for civilian wartime services. News notes the sinking of the Belando vessel and probable loss of the Norwegian Bark Tamara. Lloyds also announces the sinking of the German steamship Floridian, with details unclear.
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von Bernstorff
London
Count von Bernstorf
Amsterdam
Exchange Telegraph Com
Miniseriare
Bellond Tits
Loyd
Tamara
Lieyds
Wilson Proclaims Ship Registry Prohibition Under Shipping Act
Washington Feb 6 President Wilson issued a proclamation under the shipping act prohibiting American ship owners from transferring vessels to any foreign registry or flag. The measure, issued after a national maritime emergency was deemed existing, warns that violations will be prosecuted and calls officers to enforce the act. The proclamation notes orders stem from the federal shipping board and aims to keep tonnage in U S control for export of farm and industrial products.
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Washington, D. C
Wilson
Congress
United States Shipping Board
United States
T. Woodrow Wilson
United States of America
Federal Shipping Board
Germany
Germany Hopes There'll Be No War Says Zimmerman
London wireless report quotes Foreign Secretary Zimmerman stating Germany joins with President Wilson in hoping for no conflict. He says the German government, after reviewing the president's speech in Congress, considers his words non hostile.
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Germany
Zimmerman
London
Wilson
Carranza's Best Wishes and Frontline Reports
German raids on the St Louisvement front yielded no gains. Attacks near Parroy forest and near the Aspach region were repelled by counterattacks. Telegraph dispatches from London cite uncertain wireless messages about German reconnaissance and Allied responses.
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St Louvement
American Liners Accept Bookings to Leave Liverpool for New York
The American line begins accepting bookings for steamer departures from Liverpool to New York. Lewin reports pressure mounting as travelers secure passages on upcoming transatlantic voyages with fittings and arrangements underway.
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Liverpool
New York
Lewin
Washington Status Unchanged for 2000 Americans in Germany
The state today announced no change in the status of about 2,000 Americans in Germany. Officials said they have not ordered anyone out and that relations remain open for individuals to decide their own actions.
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Washington
Germany
United
Swiss Declines Wilson Peace Plan Refusal to Break Ties With Germany
Washington Feb 1 Switzerland will not follow President Wilson’s peace plan by severing diplomatic relations with Germany. The neutral nation’s response, the first known so far, rejects the suggestion to align with the United States in breaking ties for world peace.
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Germany
Wilson
Washington, D. C
Switzerland
United States
Six States Back Wilson on Relations Crisis
Washington D C Six state legislatures Missouri Delaware Vermont Minnesota Nebraska and Pennsylvania pledged support to President Wilson in the current crisis and endorsed his action in severing relations with the adversary.
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Washington, D. C
Foix
Missouri
Delaware
Vermont
Minnesota
Nebraska
Pennsylvania
Wilson
Germany
Immediate Purchase of Supplies Ordered by Baker
Washington, D.C. February 6 The immediate purchase of reserve quartermaster supplies for the army within the available appropriations was ordered by Secretary of War Baker. Purlements have been sent to aid Major General Sharpe, quartermaster general, to carry out the orders quickly.
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Washington, D.C
Baker
Sharpe
100 Submarines To Be Demanded
Washington D C Feb 1 The Republican senators in conference today decide to stand back of Poindexter s bill for immediate construction of 20 fleet and 80 coast submarines at a cost of 4 000 000
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Poindexter
Bill Cailing
Washington, D. C
January sees 154 ships sunk in war toll rise
New York reports January’s merchant ship losses at 154 vessels amid mined and wartime hazards, raising total tonnage destroyed to 4 368 706 tons and 2 001 ships. Britain suffered the most with 54 ships sunk in the month.
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New York
Journal of Commere
Sis
Prisoner Frank Shaw Attends Senator Kendall Funeral
Windsor February report notes Frank Shaw serving life at state prison attended the funeral of State Senator Walter J. Kendall in West Windsor under guard. Shaw sought permission from Gov. Graham as a benefactor sought a pardon for him for a prior shooting of Dr. Hoffman. The ceremony included prayers at a Brownsville home and a burial at the Methodist church with several local officials among attendees.
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Hoffman
Shaw
Jell
Kemal
Brownseville
Semeters
Taylor Springield
Gedy
Bethel
Wheeler
Burlington
Woman Shot by Husband Dies in St Albans
Mrs Pred Russell of St Albans died last night at 9 45 at foster parents home after being shot by her husband on October 10. She had been hospitalized and moved between hospitals, with autopsy performed. Russell remains in county jail awaiting March county court. She leaves a sister Mrs Frank Trombley and a foster brother Fred Rich.
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Fred Russell
St. Athans
Pred Russell
St. Albuns
Rich
St. Albane Bay
Russell
St. Albans
March Elm
Russall
Frank Trombley
St. Albans Bay
Fred Rich
Trains Hit Weather Delays Across Central Vermont Line
Night operations disrupted as heavy winds and icy conditions battered main line. Trains from Montreal to Barre faced delays up to hours with only two passengers on a Montpelier-bound trip, while the Green Mountain Express from Boston logged a troubled roll call amid storm. Local crews faced ongoing waits and adjustments as officials assessed track conditions and schedules.
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Central Vermont
Barre
Montreal
Montpelier
Montpelier Junction
Olt Boreas
$30,000 Barn Fire near Pomfret in Cloudland region
A large barn at Cloudland Farm in Pomfret, five miles from the town, burned yesterday afternoon, destroying horses, pigs, hay, harness, and machinery. Estimated loss around 30,000 dollars, likely insured. Workers saw smoke fill the barn quickly. horses could not be reached, cattle in a wing were saved. The wind carried flames away from the house.
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Pomfret
Boston
W. B. Emmons
Eleven Burned In Derailed Car In Newfoundland Town
Reports detail a derailed train near Glenwood Newfoundland with eleven burned passengers. Several quarries faced fuel shortages and possible plant shutdowns as coal shipments faltered, threatening Barré area curling and manufacturing operations.
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Curling
Newfoundland
Reid
Cfomndland
Glenwood
Graham Names a New Senator for Vermont Seat
Governor Graham announced the appointment of John F. McClennan of Plymouth to fill the vacancy in the Vermont Senate caused by Walter Kendal's death, noting McClennan's long public service including Civil War service and prior Vermont and Massachusetts legislative work. The session featured bills on vehicle lights, state salaries, health board reorganization, and tax administration, with the legislature preparing for end-of-week bill introductions and a resolution of support for the federal government regarding Germany.
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Senate
Graham
John FB. McClennan
Plymouth
Walter I.kendalp
Windsor County
McClennan
Mr. McClennan
Sutton
Mass
Heix
House
Tn Board of Control
Moore
Ladlaw
Underhill
State Board of Health
Iim
Dunham
Wilson
Sues Hotel Company In Brattieboro Court Action
Continued on eighth page. Suit filed likely by Brattieboro firm against a hotel firm. Demands include notes dated December 15 and November 2 with amounts ranging from 10 to 21000 dollars. Attorney A F Schwenk represents the fin office.
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Brattieboro
Fob
Charles BR. Crostens
Pape Brooks Joie Company
the Coast
Thattisboro
Teven
Attorayy
F. Schwenk
Alice Jennings Wins First Honor at Goddard Seminary
Assignments for commencement week parts were announced at Goddard Seminary forenoon. The list names first honor holder Alice Jennings of Orwell with valedictory, Everett Wallis of Waitsfield as last day orator, Aly Hbert Thompson of East Westmoreland as third honor, and other honors including exter Mills, Fory South, Carroll Strong, Robert Dole, Aunt Martin, Helen Kingelund, John Chapman, Perley Haskett, Edith Bailey, Evelyn Drew, Harold Bancroft, and Nell Miner. Remaining class members will give essays and orations this term. speakers for commencement will be selected after a contest.
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Goddard Seminary
Alice Jennings
Orwell
Everett Wallis
Waitsfield
Alyhert Thompson
East Westmoreland
N. Hy
Exther Mills
Orange
Fory
N.Y
Vermont Supreme Court Opens With Eight Opinions Handed Down
February session opens in Montpelier with eight opinions. State v Giovanni Maring in Hutland County affirms second degree murder verdict. Other cases affirm or reverse lower court rulings involving Bristol Railroad, Susencr eat, Haselton, Hebard, Reynolds v Dean, Barre Savings Bank, Bancroft et al, and Phillips v Cutler. Chief Justice Watson presides. Justice Miles sits on bench.
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Vermont Supreme Court
Montpeler
Giovanni Maring
Hutland County
Powrie
Addison County
Bristol
Bristol Railroad Company
Powers
Tower Court
Franklin County
Johne J. Susencreat Va
Vermont
Power & Eerie Ig Company
Haselton
Orange County
G. A. Hebard
Coumn
Munson
Watson
Windsor County
Mary J. Reynolds
Lee Dean
Washington County
J. J. Goodwin
Barre Savings Bank & Trust Company
Lewis DB
Bancroft Et al cc
W. Eldredge Vail
Vail
Alice H Phillips
Harry
City Audit Shows Correct Balances and Debt List
City accounts reviewed show correct balances and receipts for all departments. The audit details city obligations including bonds, notes, and taxes, plus rents on city property and delinquent tax totals. The report notes miscellaneous payments, street and sewer accounts, and a proposed Fourth of July celebration and athletic club permit.
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Lincoln
Elmwood
Hope Cemetery
Vetal
Fox & Faton Ae
Carnbie Poe
Opera
Leaen
LMT
W. B. Marrion
Sullivan
William Stephen
Rouneil
Wnt
Henry
Athletic Club
Permisden
Sherman Healy
Alderman Glysson
Marre
W. F. Shepard
Shepard
J. BR. Farnes
Terence
Oleg Atty
Wishart
Elf
James F. Spencer
Nortmr
Reprint Lever
Aml
Dirict
Mire
Siability
B. Avery Sam
Mancroft
Setviote
S. N. Parker
Smith
Whit
Fire at Spaulding Street Closet Threatens Home
Noon fire at 8 Spaulding Street caused by a child’s matches threatened Allan Morris’s Barre residence. Damage kept under $50 by policyholder George Reed. chief Gladding narrowly escaped as horse drawn chemical apparatus failed to maneuver the hill. Assistant Engineer Carpenter alerted from Mount Street. winds hampered auto truck. Firemen used chemicals, hot water, and quick action limited injury to family and minor property damage.
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Spaulding Street
Allan M
Sandy) Morris
George A. Reed
Montpelier
McAllister & Kent
Gladding
Ro D. Carpenter
Texas
Washington Wml
Mount
Mra
Morris
Elie
Mr. Morris
Barre
Spauhling Street
Morris Tun Tell Bie
And Still They Come Wes Ses A mayoral Hopefuls
Fragmentary OCR notes speak of candidates for mayor, with mention of a Mr. Alexander and a group of friends in and out of coordination. It hints at polling and an expected winner, but the text is garbled and lacks clear events or dates.
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Alexander
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Ireland
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Tale of
Arran
Lloyds
Stone
Lloyds’ Report
National Shipping Board
Verdun
Parroy Forest
Carranza
Washington Today
Secretary of War
Kendall
Porfret
Barré
Millstone
Wilt ' Sen Bros
Stindey
EL L. Smith Co
Milletene
Berta * Bros
General
Persion
Carlead
John E. McClennan
Walter I. Kendall
Massachusetts
Mr. Albee
Townshend
Sues Hotel Company
Charles BR. Crosby
Brattiebery Hostelry
Goddard
Albert Thompson
East Westmoreland, N. H
Supreme Court
Giovanni Matino
Rutland
Old Town Hall
Henry Alexanter
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