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Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1916

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Dover Raid Prompts German Report On Dover Station Hit

German admiralty states a bombing raid struck Dover station barracks and docks with one dead and six wounded among British casualties. Berlin cites no second casualty report, while London notes a second attack near East Kent with no casualties. Also reported: French air bombardment of Monastir and Balkan moves. Austrians seize Antivari and Dulcigne on the Adriatic.

Great Britain Kent Dover English Channel France London Berlin

Two Raids Made on Coast of Kent

Kent coast was attacked by hostile aircraft and sea planes twice. The first raid at dawn caused one death and injuries to several civilians. A second raid targeted the Kent coast later, with fires set and property damage reported but few details.

Kent Lowhin War Office Secont Omael Kewt Tider

London under fire as zeppelin and aeroplane raids continue

The Times reports ongoing air raids over London and Thames area with zeppelins and German aeroplanes. It notes past attacks on October 18 killing 25 and wounding 114 while discussing aerial scouting raids and defensive measures along the coast.

Thames London Germany Jane England The Times

Austria's Emperor in Illness as Anxiety Grows

Paris reports Rome dispatches saying Emperor Franz Joseph's chronic bronchitis has worsened into an acute form. Vienna is anxious with court receptions suspended and military activities halted. Archduchess Zita, wife of the heir, helps in nursing.

Paris Rome Vienna Francia Joseph Este Zita

Turkiye Admitted Sinking Persia Charged by Berlin Report

Amsterdam dispatch cites Berlin claiming the Turkish ministry of marine will announce that a Turkish submarine sank the steamer Persia. The report says Germany and Austria-Hungary support the claim to influence the Dervia question. other sources say no confirmation and no submarine seen. The Persia, of 1180 tons, sank off Crete on December 30 after a rapid forward explosion.

Germany Austria London Amsterdam Exchange Telegraph Company Berlin Turkish Ministry of Marine Persia Man Antrian Uw Peninsula Oriental Per- HA United States Crete

Germans in Constantinople Move to Back Enver Pasha

Saloniki dispatches report fifty thousand German troops have arrived in Constantinople. London observers say the force aims to bolster Turkish war minister Enver Pasha rather than strike Fayr, as Turkish unrest grows. Greek sources note recent disaffection and ruthless plots against Enver, including the execution of officers dumped into the Bosphorus with stones around their necks.

London Constatinole Saloniki Itish Fayrt Enver Pasha Saya

Pollentia Sails Home After Being Rescued At Sea

Halifax Nova Scotia June 24 The British freighter Pollentia foundered about 70 miles off Cape Race after days in distress. All aboard were saved with crew from Giuseppe Verdi assisting and transferring to Pollentia by lifeboats. The vessel had developed a leak a week earlier and pumps failed to prevent flooding.

Halifax N.S Cape Race Svenmr Die Pollentia Tre Hemibiah

Lloyd Bingham's Body Back In New York News

Fragmentary report describes Lloyd Bingham's body being returned to New York after a steamer incident. The piece mentions a quarantine, seven people connected with the party, and names individuals such as Dr. Fredenet A. Chek among passengers. No clear dates or locations are fully legible.

New York Dan Kristhamial Hinty Bingham Membir Chiotiomia

Income Tax Law Upheld by Supreme Court

The United States Supreme Court today upheld the constitutionality of the income tax law after a wave of cases against it. Five suits from New York, Michigan, and Minnesota challenged various features, but lower courts ruled for the government and the Supreme Court affirmed the tax as constitutional under the 16th Amendment.

Washington United States Supreme Court Midrome Court United States Cleveland Wilson Supreme Court James ©. Carter Joseph HL. Chowte Jackson Justice Jackson Harlan Pres. Taft Congress Frank K. Broshaber Union Macific Railroad New York Johnny Dage Horace B. Dodge Munuldeturerm Detroit Mich Michigan Internal Revenue Collector John R. Stanton Baltic Mining Co Miusachustte Tyee Realty Co Falwin Thorne Aupreme Court

Seized Gambling Machines In Rutland Case

Deputy Sheriff Vases Wirel and David A. MayRer reported seizure of gambling machines at 184 West Street. State's Attorney V. Pow led the arrest, naming I. Swinnertomee and others for possessing the devices. Pantin, charged with frequenting the pinew, faced arraignment before Justice Jwitger. Police described a raid that disrupted activity at the unnamed joint, with several witnesses and locals involved in the crackdown.

Rutland Dan Vases Wirel David A. MayRer V. Powin West Street Bae Leeft Kall Jwitger Swinnertomee Ohare Fermey Pantin

Executions of Duran Brothers at Juarez Cemetery

The Duran brothers, Mexican cattle thieves, were executed at daylight in the Juarez cemetery for the killing of Bert Alois near San Lorenzo. One brother cursed Americans as he died. Bernario Duran’s identity was disputed after a later exhumation. An American witness claimed the wrong man was executed, and extra precautions were taken to prevent unrest in Yuleta where Akers and Downs feared repercussions. Three Mexicans connected to cattle theft near Yuleta were moved to El Paso jail for protection. Some 30 Americans attended the execution, including several women.

Tex Nemanio Federico Duran Carrany Ma Bert Alois San Lorenzo Duarez Akers Duran Federico Tam Toca Bernardy Akerg Dougie Dover American Yeleta el Paso

Tremont Theatre Damaged by Fire in Boston

Boston reports the Tremont Theatre, oldest in the city, damaged by fire during a legitimate production. The blaze destroyed seating areas and stage backstage, with estimates placing losses around 75,000 dollars, including 25,000 for the theatrical company. Proprietor John D. Schoifel said closure would last months as repairs proceed. The fire disrupted a long-running venue, dating to 1885, with only three older theatres in Boston. The Daddy Long Legs Company, under Klaw and Erlanger, valued its properties at about 25.

Boston Tremont Theatre Iegitimate Atrical Company Chara John DB. Sehofel Heston, Park and Howard Athenaeum Jossalvnn Daddy Long Lege” Company Klaw and Erlanlees

Boston hotel owner dies suddenly at Copley Square

Amos Whipple, 50, a well known New England motel proprietor and owner of Copley Square hotel, died suddenly from heart trouble in Boston. Whipple had been connected with local hotels for over a decade and was brother of attorney Le Whipple of Hoxton.

Amos Whipple Copley Square Hotel Heston Man New England Copley Square Rustane Whipple Dverman le Whipple Hoxton

Burlington Opens Union Station With Simple Ceremony

Burlington's new Union Station, cost 180000, opened jointly by Central Vermont and Rutland railroads. An immense crowd witnessed the first train arrival as workers and visitors toured the marble finished building, with no speeches due to the Sunday observance.

Burlington Hurlington

Woman Burned to Death in Massachusetts Fire

Victim Susan Burtt, 75, of Tewkysbury Massachusetts, perished in a blaze at a property tied to Jat Maye. Other named individuals include Susan Mart, 34, and Saveyer, all connected to the incident. Firefighters likely responded as neighbors reported the fatal event and absence of key figures at the scene.

Susan Burtt Tewksbery Mass Jawell Maye Susan Mart Os Siverston Saveyer Durst Pune

Storms Striking Pacific Coast and Alaska Cold Push

Severe weather and floods disrupt Pacific coast rail lines from British Columbia to Alaska. Heavy snow and avalanches block tracks as Great Northern railroad workers dig for buried carriages and possible casualties. Temperatures plunge from above freezing to record lows across Montana and interior Alaska.

San Francisco Cal Iocaliva Great Falls Monty British Columbia Alaska Eagle Great Northern Railroad West Bould Express

Funeral Held At Courthouse For John M Senter In Montpelier

Funeral services for John M Senter were conducted yesterday at 2 PM in the Washington County courthouse Montpelier with Masonic and Knights Templar involvement. Clergy and court officers attended, prominent local officials and bar association members present, remains interred at Green Mount cemetery awaiting spring burial.

Washington County Montpelier John M. Senter Aurora Lodge Knights, Templars Coline Blakely Arthur L. Colby Frederic Edwards George Shannon Frank Pitkin William S. Smith Lewley Moody A. J. Sibley W. A. Lord A. A. Stebbina Lynn B. Brooks Frank I. Tracy Col 0. D. Clark Charles A. Smith H. J. Slayton Henry Lawson Arthur Emery Wshma Washington County Bar Association Grand Jury Supreme Court John A. Watson John W. Gordon Barre Vermont Bar Association Charles JD. Watson St. Albans State Association Houtwell Green Mount Cemetery

May Issue 160000 Stock by Vermont Public Service

Brattleboro Jan 24 The Vermont public service commission grants Public Electric Light company the right to issue and sell 160000 cumulated preferred stock at up to per cent interest. Proceeds to retire 100.00 of second mortgage 30 year gold bonds of Vermont Power and Manufacturing. Commission also authorizes business in Vermont and sanctions sale of Vermont Power and Manufacturing to Public Electric Light.

Brattleboro Vermont Public Service Commission Public Electric Light Company Vermont Power & Manufacturing Company St. Albans Eaten Power Public Elotric Light Company Massachusetts Vermont Vermont Power & Mianufacturing Company

Twenty Injured In Harlem River Train Collision

Twenty people, including women and children, were injured yesterday afternoon when two elevated trains crowded with passengers collided near the Harlem River. Panic ensued as guards and bridge workers halted others from stepping onto the electrified third rail or leaping into the river. Most injuries resulted from trampling and being pushed away.

New York Leen

Marriage at Waterbury in a Small Town Ceremony

A Waterbury wedding between Annie Peetner of Detroit and a local man took place on a sunny Saturday afternoon. Friends and relatives gathered at a modest church for the ceremony, followed by a simple reception.

Raid Seizes 39 Pints Whiskey In Granite Street Sweep

Police raided 27 Granite street Saturday evening and seized 39 pints of whiskey along with several barrels and cases. Mrs Coruano Granas was arrested and bailed 850 to await further action as magistrate H W Scott granted a continuance.

Ae & Funnerenp Granite “Street Coruano Granas H.W. Scott Pollen Headquarters Ls Kog Williwin Promiik Sinclair Oficer Harry Gamble Dain W. Dineen Granai

Oldest Wil Hamstown resident Hannah Nichols dies at 95

Mrs Hannah Nichols widow of Peter Nichols and mother of M B Nichols Barre dies at her son Frank H Nichols home Saturday night. She was born October 4 1820 in South Barre and lived to nearly 95, survived by several children grandchildren and other relatives. Funeral services Wednesday at 1 30 pm in Williamstown Congregational Church with burial in Barre Elmwood family lot.

Hannah Nichols M. B. Nichols Barre Wil Hamatown Frank H. Nichols Nichols Mary Carpenter Harré H. Nichols John Nichols South Warre Henry Nichole Perry Charles Nichols East Hampton Maas B.C. Bughes R. , McDonnell Sue Nichols Mra Hannah Bout South Barre Ann Polly Boutwell Elmwood

Montpelier Veteran Dead Magoon Civil War Vet

Benjamin Jackson Magoon aged 83, a Malone New York native and longtime Ellensburg Junction resident, died Sunday at his daughter Alice Webb’s Montpelier home. A Civil War veteran who served with Company A, Fifth New York, he was born May 3, 1863, and is survived by three sons and three daughters. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 pm in the Montpelier Methodist church, with burial in Montpelier.

Benjamin Jackson Magoon Malone N.Y Ellensburg Junction N. Y Montpelier New York Regiment Isaac Hall Harriet Merritt B Whitewater Wis Ernest D. Colburn Manchester William BR. Magoon Fitensburg Lucy Fulton Ailton Junction Mr& Laur Chesbrough Sendstone Minn Mra. Webb Ndchildren Illens Burg

Two Deaths At 80 In Duxbury Waterbury Jan 21

In South Duxbury Mrs Ormi Bruce 80 died from a wreck Sunday. Daughter of Elie and Christina McAllister she leaves five children including Mrs Jay Smith and Mrs Freeman Hayden. Another death in South Duxbury is Perley Wheeler grown son of Charles and Nellie Wheeler. He leaves two sisters and both parents rely on him.

Waterbury Ormi Bruce South Duxbury Hannah McAllister Elie Christina (Phillips) McAllister Jay Smith St Abbane Mra Freeman Hayden Berlin Frank Rewyer Moretown William Fisher Brace Brace Reebled, and Arther Hrace of Montpelier Perley Wheeler Charles Nellie Carlin) Wheeler Wardhill Mia Corlise Joseph Nelsen Fayeten

Funeral of John Byrnes at St Sylvester’s Church

Fragmentary obituary notes the funeral of John Byrnes held at St Sylvester’s Church with references to a Graniteville quarry wall and local mourners. The text is garbled but preserves the event and location.

John Byrnes Lake Byrnes Querry Wall Wheer Ihomin Bn St. Sylvester's Tearers Patrick Han Es Tevet

JURY FAILED AFTER 16 HOURS IN Harvard case

A jury deliberated from Friday into Saturday in Cambridge, resulting in a verdict on alleged fraudulent Harvard student registration. Attorney charged with falsification faced questions over false oath and obstructing Wendell Towns, a Harvard senior, in the last state election. The proceeding was the first in a series of related cases.

Cambridge Mane Delibera Obert St Harris Wendell Towns Harvard

Death of Thomas R Fiddock at Montpelier Church

Berlin resident Thomas R Fiddock died of heart failure Sunday morning in the vestibule of St Augustine church Montpelier while attending the second Mass He was born January 26 1840 in Cornwall England and came to the United States at age 24 He lived in Richmond and Boston and later settled in Berlin with his son He was married July 31 1860 in Richmond to Mary Whalen and four children survive The funeral is to be held in Richmond at 10 30 am tomorrow with burial in Catholic Cemetery there

Thomas R. Fiddock Berlin St. Augustine's Montpelier Thomas BR. Fiddock St. Augustin Tholi Church Deceaved Cornwall England Canada United States Richmond Boston Huntington Mary Whalen John HL William Piddock Anna M. Fiddock Burlington Kathering M. Teachout Yir Richard H. Fiddek Waterbury Mra Anna Town George Pringle Montreal W. Hi. Craven Burington Amelia McCuen Annie Shattuck Harlington

Funeral at Plainfield for Smilie S Smith

Largely attended funeral services for Smilie S Smith at the Plainfield Methodist church on Sunday afternoon at 2 o clock. Rev J B Reardon officiated assisted by Rev A W Hewitt with prayers at 1 30 in charge of Rev Hewitt. Bearers included Jason Foss Alvi Davis A W Baker Mark Ler Sean Witsert and Jermie W mandsons. Interment in the family lot with floral tributes from family friends and local groups.

Smilie S Smith Plainfield J. B. Reardon Barre Alvi Davis Graton A. W. Baker Markler Sean Witsertt Jernie Wilmandsons Me. Smith Groton Camp Mr. Smith Pillow Milax Preeman Scott George Warner Bert Smith Josea Mir Neal Mira C. W. Bakers Gramp Wys Nurelewus Mra Albert Carriot Vost Karl Cutler Mire Clara Tage Cutler Corner Association Mark Cutler Mere Sanders George G. W F. M. Lynde Joves Margaret Rock J. B. Ruxton Carl Woodwork

Plainfield Men Arrested in Burglary Case

Plainfield men William Wagner and Charles Gilchrist are in county jail charged with burglary. A Saturday search by officers C. Laveen and Rilward Bartlett found stolen items including blankets, dishes, and other houseware from Edward Stowe’s residence. Wagner has prior custody and a poor reputation.

William Wagner Charles Gilchrist Pinthfield Rmadic C. Laveen Rilward Bartlett Wagner Eibward

Badly shaken up incident reported in unclear text

Fragmentary OCR describes a vehicle incident at an interior lawn and nearby lane with a collision and injuries. Details, names, times, and locations are garbled, preventing a clear attribution of individuals or authorities.

Salt Tahoe Eumsony

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Eng Monastir Serbia Havas Albania Avlona Balkans Athens Greece German War Office Arras Argonne Marcourt Hulluch Givenchy Monchy Frelinghien Antivari Dulcigne Adriatic Montenegro Nicholas Gulf of Triest Francis Joseph Constantinople Lloyd Bingham Ford Peace Party Juarez Pacific Coast Rocky Mountain Region John H. Senter Public Electric Light Co. of Springfield Annie Peetner Dethed Smarten Jose Ant Temerer Jeger Mect Lew Corjlano Granai Williamstown Benjamin J. Magoon Duxbury St. Sylvester's Church Graniteville Smilie S. Smith Wile
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