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Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1916

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Long Range Naval Battle in Black Sea Reported

Turkish war office claims Sultan Selim struck Russian battleship Empress Maria in a long range clash off the Black Sea while Empress Maria reportedly took hits. Constantinople says Turkish losses were heavy during Gallipoli evacuations as retreating entente troops were wiped out. German Champagne offensive preceded by heavy bombardment, but prompt French counterattacks halted gains.

Townsend Jut- El-Amara Tigris Turkish War Office Black Sea Sultan Selim Goeben Empress Maria Constantinople Gallipoli Champagne Paris

Ammunition depot destroyed by Germans near Lille

Berlin via Tandon January 12. An ammunition depot in southern Lille, northern France, was blown up. Seven killed and 40 injured in the blast. There was considerable property damage. A French attack north of Le Mesnil in Champagne failed along a 1000 yard front.

Berlin Tandon Lille France le Mesnil Champagne

Burger Woman Tells of Shooting in Mohr Case

Providence Jan 12 Miss Emily G Barger secretary to Dr O Franklin Mohr and alleged motive of wife is key witness for prosecution. Burger injured in Aug night ride to Newport describes motor trouble at a Barrington dark spot then shots fired. She explains Mohr collapsed beside her and she was his close friend and frequent visitor for years.

Providence R. 1 Emily G. Barger O. Franklin Mohr Mies Burger Miss Burger Newport Barrington Georgy Healis Abet Dr. Mohr

Koenig Surrenders to City Court on Corruption Charges

New York police announce Paul Koenig, head of the Hamburg American line detective bureau, surrendered to District Attorney Swann to face a set of charges. He appeared in Tombs court and was held on $50,000 bond. The surrender follows abstracted telegrams and related papers linked to Frederik Schleimdl in a corruption probe.

New York Paul Koenig Detertive Buceru Istrict Swann Soswith Setomal Tombs Court Wellamt Annia Frederik Schleimdl Ieee Aml

Progressives Plan Parallel Convention Move in Chicago

Chicago January 12 Progressive leaders announce a concurrent national convention with Republicans to nominate a single candidate for president if possible while maintaining distinct party platforms. Theodore Roosevelt calls for adequate preparedness and a unified effort yet no amalgamation with Republicans is planned.

Chicago Progressive Party Republican Party Wilson Theodore Roosevelt Roosevelt

Postmaster to face charge in Vermont case

Rutland. Charles Porter, former postmaster from Guildhall in Essex county, was turned over to federal marshals T. C. Smith and Thomas E. Gibanek of Chicago. He will be arraigned before Judge Merrill on embezzlement charges. Porter, about 30, was arrested in Rockford, Illinois, after a letter from his wife prompted self surrender. He is jailed overnight in the house of correction.

Rutland Charles Porter Nator Guildhall Essex County United States T. C. Smith Thomas E. Gibanek Chicago J. A. Merrill House of Correction Porter Rockford Ill

Vermont's Dairy Needs at 46th Dairymen's Convention

Burlington hosts an informal reception for the Vermont Dairymen's association as it holds its 46th annual convention at Primary Hall. Highlights include the president's address, officer reports, papers by Professors Bardlee and Story on Vermont as a livestock state, and plans for an elaborate banquet with Governor Gates and others. The treasury reports $1316 on hand with over 700 members and ninety butter exhibits with high scores.

Burlington Vermont Dairymen’s Association Hotel Vermont Bardlee University Extension Service George J. Story University of Vermont Vermont van Ness House Charles W. Gates Joe Mitchel Chapple Thomas Middlebury College Bob Seeds Leeds Pennsylvania

Vermont Conference of Charities Opens at Hotel Vermont

The Vermont Conference of Charities and Correction opened its first state meeting at the Hotel Vermont with leaders from Burlington and state officials in attendance. Mayor Drew welcomed attendees as Governor Gates and Guy Potter Menton of the Sorosis of Vermont offered greetings. Dr Fred Knight discussed the conference’s scope, while HL Tastings Bart spoke on child saving and General Lee Tillotson addressed the station system under penal boards.

Burlington Vermont Conference of Charities and Correction Vermont Hotel Drew Charles W. Gates Guy Potter Menton Sor Ease of Fred & Knight Little Wanderers Boston Bart Russell Sage Foundation

Talk of the Town at Civic Hall Winter Benefit

Mrs George Roberta of Summer Hirvetdae was moved to City hospital in an evening transfer. A mid winter rummage sale is planned at City Hall Saturday afternoon from 2 to 6. Contributions requested through Shepard's store or the emergency room after 1 pm. Mr and Mrs Normandente host a social evening for about thirty friends in honor of their anniversary with thanks to guests for good wishes.

George Roberta Hirvetdae City Hospital A. W. Badger & Compeny Weran’s Lab Willyk City Hall Mr. Normandieu Norman

U.S Demands Murderers Punishment in Chihuahua Tragedy

Secretary of State Lansing formally demands prompt punishment for bandits who killed seventeen Americans near Chihuahua. Carranza is urged to protect foreign lives and property as U.S. officials monitor potential backlash on policy. The massacre occurred after Americans were taken from a train near Chihuahua City.

Lansing Carranza Chihuahua Washington, D. C Chitwalua Eliseo Arredondo State Department Mexico Congress Carrania United States Carranes Sonora Chilalius Villa Senate Sherman Carcarnza EL Paso Tex Perseona Chihualun City H. C. Myles Vics Scovell Chihuahua City Cusibuiriach Chituahus American Smelting and Refining Company Cosihuirinehie Holmes Cur- 1 Rane Chituwhua Chilmhua CR. Wateon Danse Land Wf Waliee T. H. Evans Hw Homers, Mawrier Assilersen, P. Metal Bob Robinson G. W. Newnan Thowse A. Holmes Blowb San Francisco Alea Hall Douglas Arirome Charles Wadleigh Jack Jase J. J. Simmons J. Adama J. Jones

New Directors Chosen at Annual Savings Bank Meeting

Three new directors were elected at the annual meeting of The First National Bank and Trust Co. Laniry of St Johnsbury Verenum of Marre Theme of West Parke were named to the board. A new Ainertur XS Waterman was elected secretary and Abe Clark was appointed to the board. A. H. McLeod retires after 2 years as president.

St Deta Laniry St. Johnsbury Verenum Marre West Parke Anmual Thre’ Savings Bank and Trot Co Natenal Lawk Ainertur XS Waterman Gretentay Abe Clark Ag A. H. MrLeed Lyedneville

Appraising Bank Stock For Uniform State Taxation

State officials gathered at the Stade Hegeo ten day to appraise bank stock ex officio under a Vermont law. The board will set a uniform true cash value per share for all banks required to report to the tax commissioner, deducting real estate values where applicable, with appeals to the board of listers after final settlement. The goal is uniform taxation across towns by centralized appraisal.

Walter F. Soot Hank Frank C Willams Charles A. Phim Jey Stade Hegeo Tenday Ap. Praine Vermont Commissioner of Taxes Sweh Board of Appeals Commissioner Board of Listers Pune Appraiversul

Bearded Farewells For Couples In Double Tragedy

At the Perr y & Noonan mortuary chapel on Depot Square yesterday afternoon the remains of a murdered woman and a jealous lover were removed for burial. Mrs Luigi Longo was shot in her home on Third Street and was taken to St Monica's Church for services, then buried at Catholic Cemetery on Beckley Street. Carli was later laid to rest at Hope Cemetery after a brief mortuary service, with bearers Dana zzan Paneri Albano and Tango guiding the coffins to the graves.

Perry & Noonan Depot Square Luigi Lango Third Street Antonio Cali St. Monica's Church P.M. McKenna G. Daimeezan K. Paneri G. Albanw G. Longo Carli Hope Cemetery Danazzan Pancri Albano Tango

Funeral of Mrs Clara M Pape at Harbor Congregational Church

Funeral services for Mrs Clara M Pape wife of Leonard W Pape were held Tuesday at 2 30 pm at the base church. Rev Lornett pastor of Harre Congregational officiated with Mrs Genive Bradley and Mira Glee Wood singing Crossing the Bar. The hearers included Arthur Campbell Herman Campbell Joseph Hoyt James Higgins Charles Spear and J Gould More. Interment followed in the family plot at Hope cemetery.

Clara M. Pape Leonard W. Pape Merchant Street Tueaday Low. Thernett Harre Congregational Church

Funeral for Charles Matott Held at St Monica's

The funeral for Charles Matott long time employee of the city street department was held at St Monica's Church. He died at home 12 Reveklyn Street after two weeks of illness. Rev P M McKenmott officiated. Bearers included four brothers Henry, Kenjemin Matate of Chazy N Y and Joseph Matott of Champlain with mourners from northern New York. Interment followed at the Catholic Cemetery on Neckleytree Road.

Charles Matott City Street Tie Home Reveklyn Street P.M. McKenmott Menry Cal Aed Kenjemin Mataté Chazy N.Y Amd Josephs Metott Champlain Derd New York Inter Crimetery Neckleyetree

All Re elected At Montpelier National Meeting

All re elected at the annual meeting of the Montpelier National stockholders. Names mentioned include James W Jenk and Harlan W Kemp with Pettis and Mr Qroete noted in the fragmented report. The text is garbled but indicates standard stockholders action and reaffirmation of officers.

Montpelier National Tenk James W. Jenk Arthur Harlan W. Kemp Pettis Wes Skein Qroete

Western flood swamps Weston and Wheaton towns

Storm floods hit Weston West Virginia with six feet of water in main street. One person drowned, many families displaced as streetcar lines, rail traffic, and utilities collapse. Chicago endures heavy snow sleet storm causing deaths and multiple minor injuries and widespread transport disruption.

Wheaton W. Va Mononga- Nela Trafic Chicago August Schultz Sire

Installation Ends in Dance at Troquele Tribe Meeting

A regular moot of the Troquele tribe No WE 0BR featured a chiefs’ oath and the crowning of Iroquois council leaders. After the raising ceremony, corn and venison were served, and about 90 couples danced until late, with music by the Iroquois orchestra.

Wisnella Council Sadie Lennond Winona Jdounell Hast Barre Mrs. Avery Eaat Barns Mary Angus Pocahontas Taabelle Thompson Wenonah Peter Brown Powhatan Annabell Cormack Annie Brown Kirkstroet Alice Hresott Smith Place Mary Walker Woman Catherine McKerna Helen Manson Nellie Bianchi Jonsie Sta Margaret Sachem F. A. Lermond Wyeshoren Ceorge Brawn Joe Onlyling Sagamore James McDoneld Charine H. Scott Ira K. Wright South Jurre Warntum Kirk Street James Othnip Kesper Wampum George Murray Tr Qimal Wigwais James M. Taylor Forest Sannape John Milne Guy Oltitini George Fiiner Alex Lawson Charles Mason Alex

Odd Fellows Rebekah Assembly In Joint Installation

Canton Vinton No 9 and Rebekah assembly held a joint installation at Odd Fellows hall with district officials led by Ned C Buck and F E Sawyer assisting. Alexander Duncan presided with officers inducted for both bodies, followed by an exhibition drill and a substantial buffet luncheon.

Canton Vinton Siick Old Fellows Hall Ned C Buck Randolph F. E. Sawyer Ixtrict Alexander Duncan D. W. Ston Harry W. Clark John §. Howell L. C. Beck W. E. Beck Dennison Densmore Elmer M. Folsom O. J. Webster Hugh G. Boyce O. C. Averill O. F. Philybrick Inside Sentinel O. ©. Averill Outside Sentinel W. J. Loughteed Canton Vinton Ar Dennivon Densmore Elmer M. Falcom C. Averill C. B. Philbrick

Case Struck Off and Divorce Case Resume in Washington County

The docket notes case of Quarry Savings Tank and Least company versus Prindle and Kendrick was discontinued without costs and linked to bankruptcy. Judge Waterman overruled defense motions in Edward H H Deavitt versus Frank Ms. Corry. exceptions filed. Canning divorce suit resumed with witnesses Flannagan and civil engineer Julian O Goodrich testifying.

Quarry Savings Tank & ‘Least Company Prindle and Kendrick Washington County Waterman Edward HH. Deavitt Frank Ms. Corry Harry C. Shurtlett Canning Amd Mr. Flannagan James Ryle Julian O. Goodrich Ne Rt

American Fidelity directors reelect officers at annual meeting

Directors reaffirm Charles M. Darling as president and name new officers while rejecting previous executives. The financial report lists capital stock at 805000 with substantial reserves and surpluses, including fee reserve of 211, AALS reserve 172, THIS reserve ? and various other reserves totaling over six figures. Ralph B. Denny and others are noted in relation to the secretary and other posts.

American Fidelity Charles MW. Darling Burelington C. J. Gleason Cecil Pratt New York L. D. Taft T. B. Hailey George L. Manchard Henry J. Farwell l Ralph Ti. Denny Montpelier Charles H Darling BL H. Bailey Ralph B. Denny Texas

Barre Savings Bank Annual Meeting Names Directors

Barre Savings Bank and Trust reported a year of progress at its annual meeting Tuesday afternoon. Directors elected F. G. Howland Homer Fitts A Basgroee MLK Howland F. Millar and W. A. Drew to the board. Officers elected included President FF J Howland Vice President Homer Fitts Secretary Mine Mare J Weight. All officers were re-elected.

Barre Savings Bank & Trust Stewkhel F. G. Howland Homer Fitts A | Basgroee Mlk Howland F. Millar W. A. Drew Withers FF. J. Howland Tresenter Mine Mare J. Weight al Olficrts

Miles Garvey Wedding at St Mary's Cathedral

In St Marys Cathedral es thie Operading Plizabeth the couple Miles Garvey and David M Millee were wed at 30 welock in a ceremony described with local details. The report notes plans for a winter passage and mentions J W Stewart and other local figures as part of the society page context.

St. Mary's Cathedral Esthie Tae David M. Milee Welock J. W. Stewart Mir Millee Fort Thur Lee Alyrles

Club Women Entertainers Hear Talented Local Musicians

A large audience gathered at Howland hall for a civic Women’s club event titled gentlemen’s night. Three musicians from Norling performed. Lillian Magner on violin, sister Mary Magner on piano, and Jim Harel Morgan on piano, with Mary Magner contributing two vocal selections. The audience praised Morgan’s Lucia sextette and the Magner sisters’ violin pieces, with Mary Magner’s encore of Meneblesoba’s Menibele offering notable merit. An orchestra from the high school provided closing music, followed by light refreshments.

Howland Hall Civic Dey Traere Woman's Club Norlings Mies Lillian Magner Mistry Magner Jim Harel Morgan Mary Magner Nuich Mice Morgan Lucia Sestette Mise Magner Warneingr

Prominent Bank Names Meet and Legal Notices

A fragmented OCR item lists names and entities including a bank and individuals such as President 0 W Meet, with references to suit and rates. The text is unclear but signals a legal or financial notice involving Worthen Meichen and A. if, Young, plus mentions Calet and Dot Taw WV.

Averill Persia Ter Harey Pest

City Aldermen Advance City Reports and Printing Bid

City aldermen accepted annual reports and discussed printing the city report. A bid of 1.35 per page for the printer and 40 cents per clothbound copy were approved, with delivery of materials by February 10. A temporary loan was authorized to cover spring needs, awaiting six weeks before use.

N. d. Roberto Roberts Interstate Realty Company East Berre Pittefont Trevity Morchint Street Third Street Widef Place Moeasent Street Tremont Nelson Letreete Vestille Drwite Waehvetton Street

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Kut-El-Amara Burger Auto Koenig Surrenders Conference ON Charity Talk OF the Town U.S St. Johnsbury Bank Vareum Held St, Monica‘s Puneral Montpelier Ne- Nesst Bank Weston Rebekah Assembly Case Quarry Savings Bank Va. Prindle and Kendrick Darling American Fidelity Co Barre P. G. Howland Agein Miles—Garvey Batre Eee Barre Ther of Trade People's National Bank Rome Rana Anhemtault Avery FM Mather Fate
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