08 Feb 1921
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1921
Page
1
John McDonald swears in an affidavit he could not identify Mooney as the man he saw with a suitcase near the Preparedness Day Parade in San Francisco in 1916. The affidavit asserts perjury in the Mooney conviction based on a witness who supposedly concealed the suspect.
New York counsel says San Francisco District Attorney forced a witness to identify Mooney as the man linked to the 1910 preparedness day bombing. An affidavit alleges the witness recanted, claiming the identification was a frame-up. A San Francisco grand jury probes conspiracy to convict Mooney, with referrals to key officials and a change in trial time to 4 p.m. to alter proceedings.
Barrett Wendell emeritus of Harvard University and longtime literature professor at Harvard, died after a long illness. Wendell, a renowned scholar of English studies, taught at Harvard and contributed to literary criticism and Cambridge intellectual life.
Washington reports Sir Philip Gibbs tells House naval committee Great Britain will not pursue parity with the U S in naval strength citing England's finances and fear of the German navy's threat. He urges including Soviet Russia in any disarmament talks and notes public support for disarmament but dissent in government.
Berlin announces acceptance of invitation to participate in allied reparations conference in London on March 4. German government expects discussion of its counter proposals as part of the agenda.
In Malden Massachusetts on February a graveyard intrusion was reported at Holy Cross cemetery where the coffin of Katherine V Brown 11 of Everett was disturbed. The culprits dug the grave depth to uncover the coffin and attempted to remove the body but left footprints in fresh snow. Authorities investigated as the intruders fled in the night.
In Albany on a February day, a fleet car operated by United Traction Company under armed guard departed North Albany yards amid a riotous crowd of more than 100 jeering demonstrators. Mounted police cleared a path as strikebreakers drove away, with windows screened and a rock missing the vehicle. A Troy report noted a similar scene at Lansingburg, while 400 workers were imported from New York City per Public Service Commission orders. strikers numbered about 1,200. Two strikebreakers were hospitalized after a clash in Troy and one more arrested.
New York February plan seeks to raise 85 million to reorganize Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company debts. A bank creditors committee will supervise, with preferred stock priorities and two mortgages totaling 85,100,000 bearing eight percent interest. The arrangement aims to stabilize finances and support future operations for both company and creditors.
The Hungarian government, via the Swedish envoy in Washington, asks the U S State Department to segregate aliens aboard ships during deportations. It warns that deported individuals could use ships to organize propaganda against Europe’s movements. Officials doubt the request will be granted.
In a chaotic Town discussion two men were charged with intoxication amid a row described as a disturbance over radiator repairs. The pair were jailed after a brief hearing, with one remarking about liberty while authorities moved them to the county jail.
The record shows final arguments finished in a high court clash involving estate heirs and parties named Beethers and Fred Sank among others. Proceedings began last week and the court weighed complex assertions before adjourning.
Brigham scheduled to speak in Boston on a panel of agriculture experts. The event aims to discuss farm practice and policy with attendees from universities and industry groups.
A conference at the State House in Montpelier proposed C. W. Brooks of Keene New Hampshire as the new state highway commissioner to replace Stoddard Bates. Gov. Hartness had sent a message to the Senate about several appointments and accompanying bills, with the executive chamber meeting following a brief House discussion of related measures.
Thomas Magner of Burlington named chairman of the state board of charities and probation for a five year term. Also announced were appointments to the state fair commission including Thomas Bradice Willis Cady Henry Hatch Georgy Dunsmore and Red J Varmelen for the term ending June 31. Parmeter newly joined as Putney representative. The text notes related local changes and debates surrounding these appointments.
Bernard W. Wield, who recently left town for Chester, alleges he was publicly punished by 26 men who waylaid him January 26 outside the town, stripped him and feathered him. He seeks $20,000 in damages. the defendants have been served and released on bond.
Thetford mourns Elizabeth Newcomb age 101 who would have turned 102 in May. Born Felch she lived in the neighborhood all her life and was a teacher in earlier years. She voted in the last election. Survived by two daughters Mira Emma Thurston and Mrs Ann Coombs and one granddaughter Miss Emma Coombs.
Miss Elizabeth Maloney of Boston to serve Barre with local physicians and officials. Barre Red Cross seeks a qualified nurse for public health duties focusing on sanitation hygiene prenatal guidance and child health while offering free instruction to families. Headquarters will be at the Community House on Spalding Street with initial cooperation from local physicians and residents planned.
Reuben Curtis, 41, of Greensboro, was instantly killed when he slipped and fell headfirst down cellar stairs. His wife and two daughters were at his side as he passed. The accident occurred yesterday, with Curtis dying on impact against the stone cellar wall.
Mrs Jane Dail wife of James Dud a longtime resident dies at her sister in law Mrs Doria Gray s home in Jersey City after a voyage of grief She leaves seven children five grandchildren and two great grandchildren with surviving relatives including her parents and several siblings The funeral details and church rites are to be announced by the Presbyterian church authorities.
Barre city council votes to keep the current school tax limit at 1.00 dollar, rejecting proposed charter changes that would grant the council authority to set the levy with school board recommendations. The dispute centers on returning to a fixed amount while the legislature debated raising the tax cap to 1.35 dollars and granting the council more control.
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The final session of the Universalist ministerial conference in Vermont, held with the Barre Universalist church, closed at noon after two days of discussions and business. Dr John Smith Lowe of Boston delivered the keynote on crusades for church growth, urging unity, organization, and new member drives.
J O Bilodeau Co stock notice indicates the company filed additional issuance with the Secretary of State. The document references share counts and approval details, naming J Palaine?ne and Ditoh Sonam as signatories and listing likely directors or securing parties. The text is garbled but centers on a corporate stock issuance filing and related acknowledgments.
A typewritten letter from Charles W. Stewart of North Portland asks for a full description and photo of missing Fred N. Braley, suggesting Braley may be alive in Portland despite last summer’s claim he was murdered. The note, lacking capitalization and with odd spelling, strengthens speculation while leaving Braley’s fate unresolved.
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