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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1918
Page
1
A wartime broadcast quotes Premier George, urging Britain and allies to justify the fight. He calls for clear aims and a decisive stand on terms, arguing only under concrete conditions should the war continue.
London Jan 5 delegates from the central powers arrived at Brest Litovsk seeking resumed negotiations with Russian delegates. Vienna dispatch via the Exchange Telegraph reports the Russians asked for a transfer of negotiations to Stockholm.
An official war office communication reports General Aldaby’s forces advancing another mile north of Jerusalem. The message, dated January 5, notes the line held by a portion of his troops moved forward to extend control in the region.
A dismissed Madras revenue inspector named Iyer tried to reach Germany through neutral consuls to stir revolution in India. He received funds from German officials, used forged British stationery and counterfeit seals, and sent letters via Swedish, Swiss, Dutch, and Spanish consuls to facilitate a German mission.
The article discusses whether Cousin Nations can fulfill pledges amid wartime demands. It references leaders such as Lawedlow and Joe Port and mentions the Allied war cabinet and treacherous aims. The piece notes President Matthews and Mesetime’s stance on continuing commitments and broader strategic duties.
President Wilton pushes a draft bill to develop water power, seeking 36 million horsepower from untapped resources. It creates a federal commission to take over licenses, uses proceeds for roads, reclamation, and navigation maintenance, and ties to existing Ferris and Shields proposals while awaiting Senate action.
Boston January 5 The fuel administration announced that 1 000 tons of weatherite coal would reach Boston by rail before midnight with some arriving tonight. Two busted and mighty crowds had been located and railroads promised to move them promptly. Fifty soldiers released from Camp Devens were arriving to be distributed under the fuel administrator’s directions.
Unconfirmed reports say Fort Ethan Allen could host 2000 men this summer with a healthful climate prospects. The chatter hints at expansion to become largest in the country and possibly new barracks buildings within a short time, pending funding.
Draft Turkish peace terms proposed to Russia call for free passage for Russian ships through the Dardanelles and for Turkish evacuation of Turkish territory. Turkey would keep its army to oppose the entente, frontier lines to remain as before the war, and individual losses to be refunded with guarantees of territorial integrity and development of freedom.
In Whitinsville Massachusetts on January 3 a fast fire forced more than 200 occupants from Turkish and Armenian houses when four buildings near the town center burned and others were damaged. No injuries were reported. The loss is estimated at 35,000 dollars. The blaze started in the basement of a bartering shop.
New York endures its worst fuel distress since a week of extreme cold as New Jersey coal shipments via ferries reduce the city’s supply by about 17 percent. Mayor Hylan mobilizes aid through charities with 100 tons daily for free distribution and Gary Garfield seeks universal coal pooling to speed critical deliveries.
Washington Jan 5 reports reveal winter clothing shortages at National Guard and army camps, except Camp Beauregard Louisiana. Secretary Baker told Senate committee shipments and local purchases will ease woolen garments. Madrid reports on government clothing issues accompany talks of war supply operations and proposed munitions department overhaul.
Fragmented text discusses Liberty Wuomaks interest coupons payable at Federal Reserve banks and Treasury, with garbled phrases about government processes and attempts to speed coupon payments. Mentions treasury department, federal reserve, and expectations of noncharge service by officials.
A partial, garbled report notes passage of a farm loan measure in Washington with mentions of treasury funding, farm loan provisions for the near term, and similar Senate action to authorize purchases of specified value. The text is unclear about dates, exact amounts, and full provisions.
A holiday sale of Red Cross seals in Vermont raised about 7000 dollars with 276.08 from the local school drive in Bennington and 861.42 from the Adams school in Neapolitan area. Secretary Harold W. Shere of the Vermont Association for the Prevention of Tuberculosis announced plans to expand health league efforts statewide. In Bennington a water main issue prompted warnings and repairs after frost-damaged pipes and open valves threatened fire safety.
German plans for aerial warfare are inferred from prisoner documents and press reports. They believe the United States will deploy machines in the tens of thousands to the battlefronts, prompting Germany to accelerate its own air power development for a speedy war effort.
Boston and Greenville record milder temperatures as a cold wave loosens its grip. Greenville hits near zero, Northfield Vermont reports 40 below with a related warming trend. Boston sees about 30 above, with harbor expected to shed ice by tomorrow.
A nephew Justin Barber, in the hospital corps in France, writes to Aunt and Uncle Spear near Jefferson Street. He describes Christmas away from home, food shares turkey and pudding, notes shortages of ice cream chocolate and tobacco, and says he is stationed near but distant from the front while hearing artillery. He asks not to fill space with empty chatter.
The Washington County Red Cross campaign raised 4,105.80 with 4,279 new members and total gifts exceeding the per capita goal. State and national shares were 40 and 60 percent respectively. a 2,? million payment was sent to state headquarters. some towns exceeded targets while others fell short.
Arthur Marriotti of Boston and Alex and Richard Marriotti of Montreal survive with brothers and sisters in Italy. A Marriotti died four years ago, born in San Ambrogio Italy in TS865, immigrated about 25 years ago. He lived in Hallowell then Barre from 1805, worked as a granite cutter for Barclay Bros. He resided briefly in California before returning to Barre. The funeral will be at C Giannoni's home 300 North Main Sunday at 2 PM, burial in Hope Cemetery next spring in the family lot.
Concord genuity cutters refused to relearn work and submit their differences for arbitration to a joint manufacturers and cutters committee. No work occurred in the local sheds yesterday as the manufacturers held a separate meeting at the Phoenix hotel and formed committees to pursue further action.
Fire swept through a saw mill and shingle factory at Brookline yesterday, destroying about 54,000 dollars in property. The blaze began before workers climbed to the top, with only partial salvage of the plant. Franklin Hess, the foreman, perished and the flames followed by heroic efforts marked a deadly scene.
St Albans grocer George W Lapper, a 30 year merchant in the St Albans area, died this morning at St Albans hospital after a short illness. He would have been 11 this month. He leaves a wife and two children, and his elder son will take over the business with his father.
A worker named Hellows Faile aged about six was fatally injured after a collision at the North Walpole yard yesterday just after noon. The incident involved a Continental laborer and several officials at Rockingham Keeplal. The exact circumstances remain under investigation.
A woman named Abs. Chit was taken to Waterbury for observation after city charity department grievances. She was moved to a state hospital following examinations by physicians. Earlier she appeared on a railroad track at North Barre in negligee and was removed by force. A probate court will hear her condition after the observation period.
Annemerment by Supt Maun of Central Vermont Railway announces that the noon Barre Sunday train will run as a trial to connect with the milk train. The New England States Limited southbound departs Sundays not on Sunday. changes take effect soon and the night Green Mountain train from Barre will run on Sundays.
In Montpelier severe cold worsened hunger fears as merchants report limited sugar and other supplies. Shipments arrived late in the week but shortages persisted due to weather, with local figures like J. Ryne and Mew 2 Wo yan among those awaiting relief in Burlington.
Addison County farmers organize to form a cooperative buying group. Meeting notices list M. Merrow and A. Chesed as leading figures, aiming to reduce per unit costs by pooling purchases and coordinating supplies. The readable text notes stock and trade concerns, with emphasis on collective bargaining and shared resources.
Gunfight two miles from the Mexican border followed a bandit raid. Mexican forces clashed with a U.S. cavalry troop. Five attackers were killed and four captured, while two American soldiers were rescued and none killed. No Americans were wounded.
Members of the Ladies’ Hospital Association met at City Hospital for their annual meeting. With all bills paid the treasurer reported a balance of 342.00. New officers elected include President Mrs H o Sluyton, Vice President Mrs Frank W Robinson, Secretary Mrs Arthur C Foster, Treasurer Mildred Phelps. 1918 committees named with members listed.
The Vermont chapter of the American Red Cross reports a campaign expected to add over 30 000 members. Charis H Dieting state chairman lauded for leadership. The executive committee met at Hotel Vermont with changes in bureau heads and new county representatives.
The Arthur Tandy locomotive, a ten year old engine on the Bethel Rochester line, will be retired and replaced by a newer engine built by the Montpelier and Fergus railway. The sale ends the Tandy’s service on the River railroad as it shifts to new ownership and operation.
Gov Graham returned Friday from Providence Kansas where he attended a New England governors conference with Gov Merchanan and others. Irvin Chew's report describes New England soldiers in Kin well and letters from the boys. One mentions shrapnel near a firing near a base, while local mayors and party guests discuss matters affecting the war effort.
Edward E Nye died at the Waterbury state hospital after two years of treatment. He was born in Hardwick Street to Mr and Mrs Ervin Nye and had been a longtime granite worker in Hardwick Plainfield and Barre before moving to the city. He is survived by his wife and two children Ralph and Morons, plus his parents. Ralph serves in the navy in the West Indies. Prolonged illness and incomplete estate details noted.
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