20 Feb 1918
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1918
Page
1
German assault south of Lens was repulsed by British forces. British naval airmen continued raids on docks airdromes and targets in Belgium, accounting for several German aircraft. Bombs were dropped on Bruges docks on Monday.
With the American Army in France on February 20, a German patrol prepared to ambush an American group was spotted by a lookout who fired. Americans returned fire, causing the enemy to flee with casualties. The site showed bloodstains, but no American losses were reported. It may be the same patrol involved in a recent raid, and Americans hope for partial reparation.
Washington reports that after extensive silent preparations both German and Allied forces are ready for the long anticipated west front offensive. Secretary of War Baker notes that German general staff aim to deliver a crushing blow with massed shock battalions, while many units remain untrained for western front warfare and a large cavalry concentration near Riga could hint at a move toward Petrograd. The status of southwestern Russia remains unclear as Russian contingents withdraw from Armenian areas near the Black Sea.
The report notes pronounced artillery activity in Champagne and the Meuse sector. French pilots on Feb 1 17 and 18 downed or severely damaged 18 German aircraft. an enemy captive balloon was burned. Bombing on Feb 18 dropped 10 000 kilos of explosives on Metz Sablons Fothach and Renndorff depots at Ensisheim and various mission grounds. Eastern front activity limited by snow on Feb i6 to18, with German advance toward Kiesia reported.
London on February 20 1954 papers praise Lloyd George for a satisfactory explanation of the Vorankee agreement. Majority approve the accord and say the incident is settled, while hostile critics show signs of acceptance of the situation.
Premier Magid George disclosed British war council tensions over American expansion plans at Versailles. Ireland will gain from a new industrial era with craft aviation factories and a national shipyard in Dublin. Permanent flight stations and training depots will anchor postwar aviation growth, drawing U.S. and British backing.
Cadet Charles K. Jones of Pittsfield Massachusetts attached to the aviation section of the naval corps has been killed in an airplane accident in France the war department advised by General Pershing yesterday One of four Americans slightly wounded in action on February 12 was Cook Henry Ton of Toston.
War department releases 80 more American sailors reported missing from the troop ship Hiner Theeanle. Survivors and families await word as the list grows, with some earlier reports conflicting about who is missing after the disaster in wartime service.
Fragments describe a test of a Crepes stain issue with an unclear event date and unnamed participants. No organized figures or locations are clearly identifiable in the readable text. The note mentions a splat pattern and a potential theme but lacks concrete facts.
London reports only about one in twenty German prisoners in the country is employed on farms. The Agricultural Sanitate journal argues many are unfit for work. within weeks the number actually working on farms fell below five thousand, a figure the paper says would aid food production if expanded.
A transcription fragment reports a bank clerk guilty verdict amid references to wartime banking actions and fraud schemes. The text is garbled, but indicates a court outcome involving a female bank clerk and examined embezzlement or forgery cases tied to early wartime Germany.
Von Koethmann told the Reichstag in Amsterdam on February 20 that pacific Russia cannot be trusted and that power and order prevail in occupied regions. He said a renewed war with Britain could push Petrograd toward peace and that Germany is prepared to accept a peace aligned with German interests.
Basel dispatch reports Austrian premier Von Seydier stating the Ukraine Rada and Austro Hungarian government signed an agreement adding to the peace treaty. Chelm province to be decided by a mixed commission based on race and local wishes, sparking Polish unrest over Brest-Litovsk linkage.
Berlin dispatch reports the federal council of the German empire approved the peace treaty with Ukraine. The decision was announced from Amsterdam on February 20.
Washington officials await reports that Turkish and Bulgarian forces are being sent into Belgium. A declaration of war between the United States and Turkey and Bulgaria could follow if movements continue. Russian Bolshevik pledge to form a peace based on German terms noted. three successive Russian governments fell as Lenin and Trotsky were seen as aware their regime would fail without peacemaking.
A. A. Curren of Groton sues the American Realty Co. of Maine in U S district court for 1000 dollars over a breach of contract in the purchase of pulpwood. Deputy Marshal George F. Lackey lodged the suit with the secretary of state and planned to attach the pulpwood and file the writ in Groton.
Brattleboro February 20 the supreme court affirmed most of the Windham county court ruling in the Alea Ryder case. Ryder of this town was awarded BIOA01 for injuries sustained in the Last Block Co mill. It stands as the second largest verdict for personal injuries in Windham county history.
A crowded community event at St Johnsbury Armory brought together twelve requested participants. Local organizers showcased songs associated with the town and university ties, drawing a diverse audience despite imperfect OCR.
Detroit pilot Victor L. Demais died after his aircraft crashed at Love Field, Texas, injuring him as the machine fell in a tragic aviation accident. The incident occurred yesterday, with authorities investigating the cause and confirming the victim’s identity.
Vermont officials and county farm bureau leaders convened to draft a summer plan for food production and meat output. The meeting discussed wheat, corn, soybeans, and livestock, with warnings on labor, fertilizers, and weather. A state wide labor plan and the Vermont Farm War Council were formed to oversee the drive and ensure farmer labor and supply during the war.
Mrs Betsey Gleason of Waterbury entertained many people at her birthday celebration yesterday. About 22 congratulated her as relatives and friends from out of town joined in the event. Her children seven and five great grandchildren were noted among those present in a warm district gathering.
In Gardiner Maine February 20 Fred Marden of Concord Massachusetts was killed and Mrs John F Holland of Attleboro Massachusetts was fatally wounded at her parents home. The woman's husband Holland was arrested charged with the shootings. Police say jealousy was the motive. Both couples were boarding at Mrs Holland's father. Holland fled but was later captured in MadJowell.
Arthur Hamilton Hirsch, resident of Barre, was committed to county jail for lack of $1000 bail after waiving examination before U S Commissioner H C Shurtlett on a charge of failing to register last June. He was bound over to the next U S district court session, but unable to post bail, remained jailed. Deputy Lavkey Wanteen had followed the case as investigations into possible German propaganda ties progressed.
The Vermont Life Underwriters association met in Montpelier with about 76 attendees. President Lawrence Priddy of the National Association spoke on war insurance, soldiers' policies, and Liberty loans, noting increased policy sizes and government support, as well as future plans for Vermont agents.
A Masonic funeral was conducted for a high-ranking education official in St Jolmeteer on February, honoring the late head of the Seudl Kaere district. The service reflected years of public service and community leadership amid a formal procession and traditional rites.
City officials met to arrange food and essential provisions for two families under quarantine on North Main Street after a violation by Mrs Sargent. Charity funds and local firms, including Smith & Cumings, were cited as supplying items already furnished. A lumber license, infantile paralysis quarantine measures, and January charity expenditures were discussed alongside municipal payrolls and public works bills.
Mrs. Margaret J. Smith of 38 Liberty street narrowly escaped fatal coal gas poisoning after neighbors forced entry to a house where she lay unconscious. Rescuers and Dr W D Reid aided recovery efforts as wind allegedly drove gas back, and she was taken to City hospital for treatment.
Mrs Anna Towle widow of Philo Towe died this morning at the home of W I Cerroll on Main street where she had been staying for the past more Death war due to a general aye down of her ya etn Are Towin was born in Duxbury 88 years ago daughter of Walter iapt Hoteey Merve She was marrial six years ago and she and her Wushend lived together long enough for their Glet wedding m oni She had lived most of her life in Moretown and Deahury There are no near relatives survivin but four nephews and wiewrs Walter Moree Watethary Mestudin Baateleldee Serthtinhl Mire Walter Haselian Jit Merethen Ed Mire Dax Jory The fumers will be held at the Cartel praktenme Friday afternoon mt Dawietnete Mine Velie Therer whe lad sherk lest Satnanitey died at Feet thle revarming at tle Wee ot WS Periebne kha was Teen im Walified 74 srwmes age Lhe WS at heat Sly sind alse braces tare betelnrs and tree hewthere ae follies Mrs tewtt Pier West Hartford Mra Viewing McAlider Marehfield Sam Theper Warree gud food Phaser Wallatielt Fanerat sil be Held on the Perhiee reeeteere Firitay cect af VOPR Ae iewk aent fier taly oil ter ankem te Woarteteetd ter fewrial
The Vermont Association for Tuberculosis Prevention has filed articles of incorporation with the secretary of state to educate Vermonters on disease prevention. The act will launch a statewide campaign with key organizers based in Burlington Montpelier and Barre.
Seven women enrolled to register for the coming municipal election at a city hall court room meeting of the board of civil authority. The gathering outlined the first of four sessions to revise the electoral slate and appoint ward officers for March 3. Names of the first registrants included Mrs. Nella Roscoe and others with ward clerk and inspector appointments listed for Wards 1 through 5.
Brevity and harmony marked the Barre Quarries association meeting at the Miles building. Officers elected for the year include President James Ws Pirie Vice-President Alex Milne Secretary Treasurer J Head Executive Committee James N Boutwell and Donald Smith John WuLaeol.
The Barre campaign committee reports about 700 raised for the Salvation Army war fund with totals approaching 8700. Subscriptions are urged at the trolley company headquarters waiting room, with three days left in the drive. Rosignweford travels to St. Johnsbury for the campaign, but headquarters remain open for subscribers.
Reported riot over a sugar sale at St Johns in February. Police called after 6 stubborn protesters blocked a line of customers. Within two hours, 297 customers had left, and a pile of emerald gems was found.
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