Austrians Change Leaders Take Over Front Against Italy
Tealinn January 21 General Boroevic appointed to succeed Archduke Eugene commanding the entire enemy front against Italy. Field Marshal Hoetvensdorf retains command on the mountain front. Boroevic in prior actions was defensive, and the move signals no new major offensive on this front.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tealinn
Italy
Associated Preav
Boroevic
Archduke Eugene
Mashal von Hoetvensdorf
Boroevin
Carson quits the cabinet in Ireland crisis
London reports Sir Edward Carson, minister without portfolio in the war cabinet, resigned. The prime minister advised the king to accept. The resignation was tied to the Irish question and the Dublin convention, not the war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Sir Edward Carson
Sir Edward
Edward
Dublin
Auckland Geddes
Ireland
President Wilson urged Irish settlement
The Daily News reports that President Wilson recently made urgent representations to the British cabinet on the desirability of an Irish settlement. The note, dated January 22, cites Wilson pressing for a settlement approach amid ongoing diplomatic discussions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
The
Daily News
Wilson
Monnvacy Gunboat Under Fire Near Peking
An American gunboat Monnvacy was attacked yesterday near Peking with one dead and none warned. The gunboat returned fire and a Japanese steamer was also fired upon. results of the exchange are not known.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peking
Mon Nvacy
Belgian Mortality Rises and Births Fall Across Belgium
An official Belgian report shows mortality up 50 percent and births down 42 percent in Ghent and northern provinces. Tuberculosis cases have surged sixfold, reflecting a nationwide health crisis amid midurfead inge conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugue
Midurfeadinge
Belgium
Rcent
Ghent
Prantee
Arsenic Shortage Persists Through 1917 Warns Government Officials
The United States Geological Survey reports that arsenic and its compounds remain scarce into 1917 with demand rising across agriculture insecticides and sheep dip. Domestic and foreign producers struggle to meet supplies and current output is insufficient for allied needs amid war pressures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.B. Ampleby
United States Geological Survey
Department of the Interior
Hit
CW. Morrill
The
Food Administration
Department of Agririculture
Preent
Arsenic Imports Shockingly High In 1917 Trade Figures
Port summaries note plentiful arsenic imports in 1917, with shipments from Mexico and American ports rising after a prolonged lapse. The report highlights lower overall prices, increased availability under the American flag, and a substantial rise in refined arsenic shipments compared with prior years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shes
Mexico
Porte
Mexion
Mapleni
Tarver Tamaber
Cane Seaman
Labor party to push peace talks and labor representation
London January 22. A British Labour conference will hear urgent resolutions calling for immediate peace talks and labor representation at any peace negotiations. Proposals from Independent Labour, Socialist, and Gluegan Trades councils urge an international labor conference, worker participation in peace processes, and repudiation of food profiteering while pressing tax and fund reforms.
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London
Associated Pree
British Labor Party
Nottin Formorton
Independent Labor Party
Suvislist Party
Gluegan Trades
Bristol
Norwich
Leicester
York
Great Yarmouth
British Socialist Party
East Ham
Labor Party
Iabor
India
Medical license act upheld and drug pricing notes
The report discusses the licensing law for medical practice and cites changing arsenic prices in New York and California. It notes price ranges from eight to sixteen cents over the year and mentions delivery slowdowns affecting contract terms under the act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
California
Lewmeing
Alain
Wannpering
Bloodshed Spreads in Petrograd After Killings
Premier Lenine orders Red Guard and soldiers to scour Petrograd for the murderers of Shin gnrolf and Kokoshiine former Kerensky ministers. Mir Petrograd council of workers and soldiers delegates condemns the killings as officials fear loss of control. Four more Kerensky officials moved from hospital to prison.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kerensky
Wilson Defends War Department in Battle Over Reorganization
President Wilson released a statement praising the War Department for its extraordinary progress and efficiency while denouncing congressional probes into wartime governance. He cautioned that reorganizing by legislation should come after effective reforms are in place, a stance echoed after Senator Chamberlain's New York remarks.
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Washington
Wilson
War Department
Congressional War
New York
Chamberlain
Senate
Baker
Capitol
Whit
Strugel
New Y
Death of George Gregory Smith in Florence Italy
A cable from St Albans reports the death of George Gregory Smith aged 72 in Florence Italy after appendicitis. Born 1845 to ex Governor J Gregory Smith, he lived in Manly 25 years and leaves his wife and son Lieut. George G Smith Jr. in North Carolina plus two sisters and a brother.
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St. Albanve
George Gregory Smith
Florence
Italy
J. Gregory Smith
Manly
George Gregory Smith, Jr
Camp Greene
Charlotte
N. C
W. R. Ponda
St. Albans
C. C. Steveta
Boston
Gow
Ec, Smith
St. Albums
Major Sanctuary Named in War Department Plan
The War Department announces a Major Sanctuary designation in Washington as part of a plan by the adjutant general. It will receive all tenders of service for army roles and act as an information bureau linking applicants with the Department of Labor and other agencies for men with special training. Associated names include Whitelow Rosell and J. Come.
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Washington
Dun
Adjutant General's Department
War Department
Army
Department of Lalor
Ma Sanctuary
Whtelow Rosell Tohe J. Come
Engagement Rumor Denied By Anita Patton Of San Marino
Anita Patton of San Marino denied rumors of an engagement to Gen. Jol J. Pershap, commander of American forces in France. She stated there was nothing to the report as published and would address it publicly if needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anita Patton
San Marino
Lata
el Paso
Tex
Mike Aulaco
San Margin
Jol J. Perstap
France
Brattleboro Men Ordered to Support Wives in Court
Brattleboro men faced court orders yesterday for support payments. Edward J. Canoun testified about his wife Nora Gannon seeking alimony while J. Wilkins stated Gannon would pay 80 a week to his wife beginning yesterday. Gannon, working in a Westfield meat market, and their children would live together as proposed. officials noted her consent for the children's sake. Roger M. Renyon, a Brattleboro carpenter, was ordered to pay his wife 12 a week after arrest on nonpayment charges.
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Panera
Nora Guanon
J. Wiletnn
Edward J. Canoun
Tiannon
Frank D. Stowe
Gannon
Gann
Westfield
Mins
Mes
Wilkins
Cannan
Roger M. Renyon
Brattleboro
Barnet Farmer Killed by Bull
A Barnet farmer, Galbraith, 7H, was fatally gored by a bull at his Barnet farm yesterday. Mrs Galbraith and four sons and two daughters survive him, including William of Lancaster and George A. a mail clerk. His son found him in the barn after noting his absence from the house.
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St. Johnsbury
James BR. Galraith
Barnet
Walter
Mr. Galbraith
Galbe
Tnt
William of Lancaster
George A
A. Ey
John
Mrr
Jennie Moore
Elizabeth Talbraith
St. Joundmury
Quincy Granite Dealer Henry McGrath Dead in Quincy Home
Henry McGrath a prominent granite manufacturer dies at his home 89 Pleasant street Quincy after a short illness aged 74. He was son of the late Patrick McGrath and whose family for more than a century led Quincy granite industry.
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Quincy
Mass
Jan
Henry MrGrath
Pleasant Street
Mr. Motsrath
Patrick McGrath
Quincy Adame
Town Notes and Local Happenings in Barre
The Yultus closing will not meet tonight. Aurelia Villa returns home after a Boston business trip. John Brown of Rasett Street is slightly improved after a week in poor health. State Spiritualist convention opens at Pavilion Theatre with music by Mrs. A. W. Allen. Clergy guest Rev. A. C. Griffin attends K of C war fund rally at the opera house. Morrisville secretary of state Frederick G. Mestwood arrives for the rally. Winter skating plans discussed amid a lack of public rinks in Barre. Burglary sprees noted at several shops with ongoing police inquiries. Fuel conservation day prompts business and manufacturing concern responses.
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Yultus
Aurelia Villa
Berlin Street
Boston
John Brown
Ras |Ett Street
Dante Peduzel
Pedteesl
Utanue
Primide
Sonvention
Henry Sentner
Worcester
Mass
A.W. Allen
A. C. Grifin
Wallingford
St. Monica's Ehunch
Opera House
Father Griffin
Hurlington
Ruthend
Frederick G. Mestwood
Morrisville
War Fund
Frank P. Stretton
UR. A
Chicago
Washington Cor
Furetinen
Fern Kore Behar Aden
Wo TR. McFoetore
Albans
Barre
Opera Howe
Rinkaeig
Caim Ie
Fiel
Fiel and Water Departments
Vermont
New Hampshire
Woodeville
Chareh Street
North Muir Street
Smd
Torley
Amy Laut
Atriet
State Fort Administration
Samourine
Kew
Justine Ereers
Gx Turnlay
Atmee Alley
American Infantry Kills Washington Soldier in France
General Pershing reported Corporal Walter Roberts of Hartline Washington was killed in action on January 20. Details of the engagement are not provided. Reports note American observers assisting French pilots at the front under battle conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
D.C
Pershing
Walter Roberts
Infantry
Hart- Tne
France
Associated Press
Coal moving to eastern markets despite rail congestion
Washington reports large supplies of coal flowing to the East and to trans Atlantic shippers after a government fuel cut, but rail congestion remains hampered by bad weather. Garfield says the first of ten holidays slowed business, with many establishments closed despite open-right rules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D.C
Garfield
East
Herald
Seaboard
Vermont Public Safety Committee Announces Finance Panel
The executive board approves a two week campaign starting Jan 28 by the military entertainment service committee to organize a volunteer service army. Members of the finance committee include Addison county Ira A LaFleur Middlebury C P Smith Burlington John Sweeney Island Pond H C Comings Richland Grand Isle Allen M Hall Isle La Motte Lamoille Russell S Page Hyde Park Fraser Metager Randolph Orleans H A Outler Barton P W Clement Rutland Washington F Lowe Montpelier M A Proven Wilmington Windsor A M Fletcher Proctorsville.
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Judge LP
Slack
Vermont Public Safety Committee
Addison County
Ira A
LaFleur
Middlebury
A J
Cooper
Benning
Callodonia
Howe
St. Johnsbury
Chittenden
C. P. Smith
Burlington
Essex
Ohn
S. Sweeney
Island Pond
Franklin
H. C Comings
Richlank
Grand Ishe
Allen M. Hall
Isle la Motte
Lamoille
Russell S
Hearings On Fatalities At Public Service Commission
Two hearings were held today at the capitol before the public service commission on fatal accidents. The first concerned Karl and Kenneth Dow who died after a collision at Silver Ledge crossing between Montpelier and Barre when their horse frightened the wagon. The second addressed James Edwards killed on his way to work near Barre August 1 by a passing train. A Wednesday hearing will consider a separate matter. In Burlington a trolley collision at 60th Street was set to reveal injuries.
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Public Service Commission
Capitol
Fall Commission
Neil Claweon
Karl
Kenneth Dow
Silver Ledge
Montpelier
Mid- Mesex
James Edwards
Barre
Burlington
Exploding boiler wrecked fast train and killed fireman
Fire losses in 1917 rose over the previous year though overall department efficiency improved. Total alarms reached 124 with 60 still alarms. property in danger valued at 847,0100 and losses at 33,11630. Insurance paid totaled 82,726.35. Two major fires, June at Wells-Lamsin plant and August at Mrs Josie Robert van, caused extensive damage due to water pressure and high ground location. The year featured a disastrous old town hall blaze impacting Barre, Bradford Taft estate, and RK Laws with substantial insured losses.
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Statier Lice
Gladding
Rcomparieen
SOL
Wat
Welle-Lamsin
Montpelier
Josie Robert van
Lax
Old Town
Barre
Bradford Taft
RK. M. Laws
Pri Pal
Tnsurance Agero
Brie
Lawes
Engineer Rutland Rail Collision Thought to Be Morning
A railway incident involving an engineer from Rutland is believed to have occurred in the morning. Investigators review track conditions and signal reports as crews secure the site. Local authorities urge caution and provide updates as details emerge.
Knights of Columbus war fund drives in Vermont rush ahead
In Burlington on January 22 Knights of Columbus began fundraising after Poet Administrator Garfield’s ruling nearly shut down state industries and businesses. Burlington HQ reports strong early results with Rutland already near its quota and calling for a top showing to spur further effort.
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Burlington
Garfield
Knights of Columbus War Fund Organization
Hae
Vermont
Rutland
Queen City
Windham County War Fund Meetings Rally Big Support
Sunday gatherings in Burlington and nearby towns drawn large crowds for the Knights of Columbus war fund drive. Speakers included Captain Frank P. Stretton and W R McPeeters among others. Subsequent mass meetings planned in Horse, Montpelier, Bellows Falls, Middlebury, Rutland, and St Johnsbury with local officials and clergy addressing the audiences.
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Knights of Columbus War Fund
Burlington
Elom
Horse
Montpelier
Frank P. Stretton
Second Cavalry
Fort Ethan Allen
W. R. McPeeters
Bellows ‘Falls
Middlebury
Rutland
St. Johnsbury
Ruthand
Gev. Graham
A.C Griffin
Warren R. Austin
St. Albans
Rebews Falls
FL A. Welvhs
Orwell
William 4. Mulligan
New Ma“yee
Lee Wo Thomay
Imythe Atete
Lok
Wright
Windhaw
Newfane Amder
Sherif Frank
Wellman
Tief
Beneva
Vermont
KB Tiamas
Emme
Abe
War fund rally in Barre opera house tonight features Fleetwood and Stretton
Knights of Columbus rally aids war effort as Barre prepares for a big turnout at the opera house this evening. Mayor Glysson will speak at 7 o clock, with music from the Barre pipe and drum band and addresses by Frederick G. Fleetwood, Frank P. Stretton, A Griffin, and W. R. McFeeters. The campaign emphasizes bolstering morale and volunteer support for the soldiers overseas.
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K. of C. War Fund
Opera House
War Fund
Glysson
Barre
Natarall
Cjtteons
Knights of Columbus
France
Knights of Old
Disgwice
Obscure Local Notice From Websterville Cemetery
An obituary fragment notes Joseph Gregoire long the Websterville resident, removed to a nearby location, with unclear details about death and burial. The text also references a worker and a cemetery at South Bazа, with deteriorated OCR rendering hindering precise facts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Gregoire
Websterville
von Fire
Wreck of No 620 Near Middlebury Kills Fireman
The night express No 620 from Montreal to Boston on the Rutland railroad wrecked between Buddens and Middlebury after a boiler explosion. One trainman was killed, engineer F W Fuller fatally injured, several passengers hurt but no others deemed seriously injured. The dead fireman N S McCauley resided in Rutland. engineer Fuller also lived there. The Pullman sleeper and several coaches derailed as the train arrived in Boston at 7 10 am.
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N. S. McCauley
Rutland
F. W. Fuller
Middlebury
Montreal
Boston
Buldens
N. & McAuley
F. W. Puller
Sesera
New York
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Pres. Wilson
London Daily News
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Shingaroff
Kokoshkine
Marine Hospital
United States
American Metals Co. Ltd
Compan de Minerales Y Metales
Mapimi
Chipman Chemical Co
Brion
Great Palle
Mant
Petrograd
A. T. Shingaroff
Kerensky Cab
F. P. Kokashkine
Porto Rico
AR Department
Congressional
War Service Exchange
Officers
Montpetier
Vulhatest
Olfiowre
Vollntour
Aif
Armen
Drant
Bratleboro
James R. Galbraith
Quincy Granite
Henry McGrath
Talk OF
the Town
U.S. Infantry
Gen. Pershing
Vermont State Public Safety Committee
General
Rutland Rail
Windham County House
W. Thomas
M. P. Benson
Newfane
K. O.C
State Fleetwood
Capt
Rev
A. C. Griffin
W. R. McFeeters
St. Sytvent
A. Gybeeer
South Baza
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