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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1917
Page
1
Berlin admits first line on Russian front entered. Teuton forces renew advance in Dobrudja with Bulgarian troops crossing the Danube estuary near Tulcea and holding against Russian assaults. German reconnaissance detachment repels Fromelles. Franco-Belgian front noted.
The House rules committee resumed the leak investigation at the customs house with H G B Noble president of the New York stock exchange as the first witness. He explained the exchange organization personnel rules and regulations and described activities on the trading floor and the exchange float sample dig. He said the exchange has absolute knowledge of fires on the floor and records are accessible to the committee.
New York and London reports describe testimony at the Burns and Egan trial over alleged publication of private letters tied to war contracts. Witnesses discuss an informant network linking Morgan & Co to Seymour & Seymour and the Count von Bernstorff circle, with claims of leaks and plotted profit sharing in munitions deals.
London reports an enemy raid north of Arras failed with losses and no trench entry. A second attempt northeast of Ploegsteert Wood also failed. Prisoners were taken after patrol and bombing encounters near Grandcourt Neuville St Vaast Fauquissart and Wytschaete.
Kilis M. Pearce and H. S. Trego stock brokers in Philadelphia were arrested by postal inspectors on charges of using the mails to defraud in a nationwide stock scheme. They faced $500 bail each before United States Commissioner Lange. Authorities say they ran bucket shops advertising unlisted mining stocks, selling on installments, with customers unable to obtain stock transfers or refunds.
Everets of West Newbury Vermont, longtime storekeeper at Howard state institutions, dies aged DD years. Born in West Newbury, he attended local academy, worked in Taunton for three years, then joined the Howard facilities as an attendant and rose to storekeeper. He later studied pharmacy under Dr. William J. McCaw, president of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy.
In a federal court in San Francisco yesterday Ivan Bopp, described as a German citizen, was sentenced by Judge Willison to imprisonment for conspiracy related to interstate wartime activity. The case concerns alleged actions aiding a German state and violating government measures.
A jitney struck by a New Haven Railroad train at India Point road in Pawtucket left one woman dead and several injured. Dorothy McCartney, five, sustained facial injuries. Delia Smith and Edward Smith were hurt. Delia possibly skull fracture. Raynald Bavignon, the operator, survived with bruises. Officials cited warning signals and a flagman’s inattention as factors in the crash.
A serious railway accident left McCartney near death and several others injured. The injured were rushed to hospital as investigators begin formal inquiries into the crash and concurrent medical conditions.
Washington report details President Wilson's World War I address sent to American diplomats and presented to the Senate as tension with belligerent nations grows. It notes reactions in foreign press and speculation on peace terms and U.S. entry into a world federal order, with no immediate response expected from the powers. A naval rumor from New London about the Deutschland proving false.
The Danish steamer Hammershus was fired upon by Santa Crux fort while attempting to leave Rio de Janeiro harbor after loading provisions and a large quantity of explosives from German ships. The vessel halted, was boarded, and anchored near Brazilian warships while authorities investigate.
Burlington reports State Forester ALP Hawes condemns subordinating forestry to agriculture. He questions Governor Graham’s plan, warns it misaligns policy, and notes forestry and wild lands cover 64 percent of Vermont. Hawes warns of inefficiencies and difficult staffing under agriculture control. He plans to leave for a federal position in Washington.
Pensacola via reports an unidentified submarine traveled south through the Gulf of Mexico about 200 miles south of Pensacola on January 14. Captain Frederich Johnson of the Vire Virginia confirms the craft along regular steamship lanes from Galveston and New Orleans. Also noted is the sinking of the Swedish steamer Kamina as per Lloyds London reports.
The state department with presidential approval has ordered the withdrawal of Pershing's forces from Mexico. Intimations today suggest the main body will begin movement toward the objective as outposts are ordered to be withdrawn.
El Paso reports that US forces begin movement from El Valle toward the border with Columbus, New Mexico. Troop deployments are expected within 24 hours. Thirty three trucks with surplus ordnance depart Colonia Dublan for Columbus as other southern trains arrive with more supplies.
A jailed man named 3 Saamel Barkin was convicted of manslaughter after a blaze that killed 12 people. He was treasurer of the Ke re Walet Co and connected to a fire on an upper floor of the Yetiting building. He was the first of four charged and awaiting sentencing Friday under the verdict.
A Waterford hearing followed a clash involving PK Morrison and two others. Harrison and Swift were hospitalized while Forbes faced jail. A peace bond was posted and a 25 fine imposed amid disputed roles and charges.
Congress and diplomats weigh President Wilsons peace terms as the Senate opens full public discussion of his world league proposal. Leaders warn of European criticism while urging a concert of power to secure lasting, just peace and to prevent entangling alliances.
The morning paper describes President Wilton's address as full of hopeful aspirations and amiable sentiment. It suggests providence and wartime policy intertwine and argues the president must insist on ending the war if peace is the aim.
Burlington reports a false $10,000 gift to the DeGorsbriand hospital fund was sent under the names Mr and Mrs Frank R Wells. Bishop Rice, away at a funeral, read the blank and alerted headquarters as officials pursue the forged signature and handwriting. Frank R Wells denies any gift or authorization. Police consider forgery a punishable crime.
The state industrial accident board heard additional evidence in the Halsall case in the office of S Hollister Jackson last evening. The full board plus clerks and witnesses reviewed testimony from Halsall's son about statements his father made regarding injuries at the Mary Gordon granite plant. The death of Halsall in January 1915 is linked to alleged injuries while employed by Mare Gordon and its implications for the Royal Indemnity Co.
Mrs Rhoda Parker died Monday morning at the home of her daughter Mrs Waldo Perkins in Northfield after a long illness of 38 years. Funeral will be held Wednesday from the home to the village cemetery. She leaves a daughter Mrs Perkins and several grandchildren and nieces. Survivors include Montpelier and Northfield relatives and friends.
The Vermont House weighed reconsidering a peddlers license bill amid misapprehensions. Debate covered bills on elections, automobile markings, and a proposed state wide prohibition repeal. A pamphlet noted 132 bills still pending committees while Governor Grahm approved one measure and others progressed through committees.
Funeral services for Mrs C J Cram were held Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock. The obituary notes her death and mentions family members, with brief references to her life and surviving relatives. The article continues from the fourth page, detailing arrangements and related notices.
A report from Vergennes details a severe injury resulting in amputation of an arm. The incident involved local residents and prompted medical attention and community concern as officials investigate the causes and seek safety measures.
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