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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1920
Page
1
Secretary of State Lansing resigns from the cabinet after being rebuked by President Wilson. The row centered on Lansing calling cabinet meetings during the president's illness, with Lansing believed to rely on precedents to justify his actions.
Washington Feb 14 Washington cabinet tensions surfaced as Secretary Lansing resigned after a protracted clash with President Wilson over policy. The conflict traces back to Paris negotiations and fears of delaying ratification, with illness rumors fueling distrust and Cabinet meetings highlighting deep disagreements within the administration.
The U S Shipping Board assumes control of Hog Island yard operations in Philadelphia under the American International shipping road plan. The transfer marks a strategic shift in wartime shipbuilding and national freight priorities with the board directing tithe and land use at the Philadelphia facility.
Washington February 14. Chairman Porter of the House foreign affairs committee commented on Secretary Lansing's resignation declaring there is nothing in the constitution prohibiting cabinet members from meeting to discuss departmental matters. He argued restraint would violate constitutional provision and noted the president’s request for Lansing's resignation arose from policy disagreements.
Secretary Lane said he felt the meetings were a good idea and took responsibility for the arrangement. He explained Lansing called the first meeting with his approval and that other cabinet members were likely consulted. Lane noted no discussion occurred on the constitutionality of the meetings.
Washington reports indicate John W. Davis as a likely new ambassador at London with Under-Secretary Polk also discussed for senior post. Cabinet meetings to resume “very soon” and announcements expected in a few days as President Wilson focuses on health and effective governance.
The Pall Mall Gazette reports President Wilson has resumed political activity and claims power struggles within the American administration. It notes debates over where real authority lies, speculates on Lansing’s role, and questions whether the president will consolidate or pare back government control.
Portsmouth No HS. Lieutenant Commander Thomas Mott Osborne, commandant of the naval prison, publicly denied he had again submitted his resignation to the Navy Department. Through Lieutenant J. Clifford, executive officer, it was stated Osborne had not acted to resign since withdrawing a prior resignation amid attacks on prison administration.
Worcester Massachusetts workers and volunteers form a corps to shovel and move snow blocking streets and rail yards. Mayor Sullivan and Clark College president Edmund G. Saford lead efforts as thousands pitch in to clear drifted traffic and restore transit in the city.
Representatives of railroad brotherhoods reached a decision on President Wilsons wage proposal. The Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees did not join the accord, while maintenance of way workers have been ordered to strike. The decision was sent to the president via Secretary Taft and prompted telegrams from union officials nationwide.
Washington's birthday observance to feature a program by the American Legion at Metronel Headyner Lote. A tribute will be paid to kin of fallen soldiers with engraved certificates from France acknowledging heroic service and sacrifice by about 16 soldiers and marines. The New v dhende State at 1 Peart street Mere Mews Open etme.
The Senate agricultural committee ordered a favorable report today on the revised Kenyon Kendrick bill providing federal regulation of the meat industry. The action was unanimous and signals strong momentum for federal oversight amid ongoing legislative debate.
Chicago February discussion centers on independent nonpartisan political education for women voters. National American Woman Suffrage Association plans to lead activities beyond partisan politics, amid debate over Ligue of Women Voters role and future ratification of federal suffrage amendments. The meeting weighs plans to promote suffrage goals and share organization aims and constitution.
Budapest reports circumstantial details of a plot by former Emperor Charles to enter Hungary with a false passport and reclaim the throne. Documentary evidence suggests involvement by leaders in the government and a scheme to gain support from potential allies. An attempt was allegedly coordinated with political figures and authorities investigated.
Washington dispatch reports the first national pastoral letter inviting the laity to read and reflect with bishops and cardinals. Cardinal Gibbons and others signed on behalf of the hierarchy, outlining reconstruction, marriage and divorce, social welfare, and wartime church unity.
Fire at Rutland destroyed the G A Grimm and Company factory makers of sugar industry implements. Loss estimated at 50000 dollars. In West Peabody the American Degreasing Company plant was also destroyed with about 40000 dollars loss.
Dr Javed Gould Schurman, Cornell University president for nearly 24 years, tendered resignation to the trustees citing a belief that chief executives should not serve beyond 25 years. He said wartime duties delayed the move and that with war issues resolved he wishes to pursue other duties. The request was effective starting 2a, 1020 per his note.
Fragmented dispatch from Skowhegan Maine details testimony in the Bartley murder case. Burke is described as being in a store before Nelwin W Nortlay’s body was hidden, with witnesses noting Burke’s movements and statements as investigators pursued leads across rural areas.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention below normal weather, a temperature theme, and partial phrases about wind and sweets. The readable content is insufficient to determine locations, dates, or concrete weather forecasts.
Barre City hospital nurses, joined by colleagues from Barre and Montpelier, hosted an annual ball at Howland hall drawing about 400 attendees. The well attended event featured Carroll's Orchestra and offered strong support for the hospital dormitory. anticipated proceeds around 200 dollars.
In the vestry of St Monica's church at Tso0 Rev Mo Wen a married Arthur Paradis and Antonia Bergonzi daughter of Leandro and Mrs Bergonzi of S Short. Rev McKenna celebrated a nuptial mass. Bridesmaid Elsie Ronca and groom’s brother Oogle Purd dis attended. After the ceremony the wedding party went to Teffey Prigon’s home for breakfast. The couple reside with Frigon family and postponed their honeymoon due to Tasinese matters. Paradis is with the granite firm. Bergonzi attended Spaulding high and Barre. she worked as stenographer for McBur en Memorial Co.
A mistyped report from Milford Massachusetts dated February 14 describes a murder scene where a man was found bound with hands and feet, a cloth gag over the mouth, head wrapped in clothing, and the body in a small pad near a basin. An autopsy failed to reveal identity or cause, with the victim believed to be a stranger around twenty to thirty, possibly killed at home and the clothing showing signs of freezing. Police traced witnesses to a nearby factory area but the investigation remains inconclusive.
Mewry W. Mooney a mill operative and former bur nu crithval reportedly fell ill after consuming whiskey he believed tainted with drug or poison. Police arrested him on charges related to alleged tampering and unlawful sale of liquor.
Honolulu reports bandits seized a pay train near Waimea plantation camp on Wednesday injuring the engineer fireman and paymaster before forcing a flee with $1100. No suspects have been arrested.
A fragment discusses a downturn in silver and economic concerns including comments from Herndon and Fels about declines. It references China and the approach of a new year, noting firmer policy signals and wary market observers. The garbled text reflects uncertain coverage of commodity prices and international signals.
Ambiguous OCR text fragment references a refusal involving Permixswn Amgueta and an entity Greene on February 1. The garbled line items include unrelated names and scattered phrases, offering no clear event, location, or outcome to summarize into a coherent news item.
In ward caucuses held across wards 1 to 6, candidates for alderman and school commissioner were chosen. Edna Jennings was nominated for school commissioner in ward 1, with John Booth as rival. Waldron Shield and Harry Patterson vied in ward 2. James Marrion named for ward 5 school commissioner. Joseph Ricciarelli won a three cornered alderman race in ward 4. Edwin Keast filed for alderman in ward 4 after nominations.
Funeral services for Miss Mary B. White were held at her life home on North Main street yesterday afternoon at 2 oclock with Rev Lipsky officiating. A poem by Tennyson titled Cynewyth the War was read. The remains were placed in Elmwood cemetery vault awaiting spring burial in the White family lot. Bearers included Sifred A. Boyes Karl Batchelder Wm Brith Carl D. Densmore He Pte hao and V. te White. Attending relatives named from Watertown Densmore Burlington Stark and Elmer Keach from Erin.
Report reads as a local gossip item about Mrs Agee Walker of 11 Grant Mterelved refermation and Mr Walker with unclear medical or social context. The item hints at a temporary arrangement and later events, but many words are garbled. No clear names or verifiable events emerge.
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