14 Jul 1916
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1916
Page
1
British forces began the second phase of their offensive at dawn and captured Longeval Bazentin and Le Grade, marking a significant advance along the Allied line. The action tightens pressure on German positions as troops consolidate gains and prepare further assaults.
British troops at dawn broke German defenses along a four mile front north of the Somme and seized Longeval Bazentin Legrade and Trones wood as heavy fighting continued. The move marks the second phase of the Anglo French offensive begun July 1 and comes as government urges workmen to forgo August holidays to keep munitions flowing.
Paris reports two German attempts to storm French positions north of the Aisne south of Ville au Bois were checked by French machine gun fire. Verdun artillery fights continue in the Souville sector with patrols in Chenois wood. Berlin wireless also notes a new violent battle on both sides of the Somme. London says Allied offensive has seized the initiative and momentum is shifting in their favor.
Berlin wireless reports Overseas News Agency statement saying the Entente offensive on the western front has not caused any German withdrawal from the Verdun front where the attack on the French fortress is being pressed.
Reports from Madrid and allied fronts describe intensified clashes as General Brusilov's forces press on the eastern front. Russian advances near Stokhod and mounting reinforcements are noted while Austrian defenses claim some gains. The weather and battle toll amplify the turmoil across the region.
Baltimore dispatch describes German ambassador Count Von Bernstoff visiting the submarine merchantman Deutschland in Baltimore. He toured the ship with Captain Koenig, observed periscope operations, and discussed imminent cargo and a looming Zeppelin airship mission to the United States. Separate items report militia moving through Cleveland and a drowning incident in Wendell's Edge.
Washington reports an admiralty cablegram confirms that the German battleships Kaiser and Kronprinz were sunk during the Battle of Jutland. Kaiser displaced about 24,710 tons and Kronprinz about 25,575 tons, with 12 inch guns noted for Kronprinz.
London July 14 reports Petrograd observers interpret the ministers departure for imperial headquarters as a sign that Austria seeks peace. The telegrams from Petrograd say opinion assigns the movement to Austria’s stance in the ongoing war.
In New York on July 14 a golf club incident near West Sektong Inland caused a caddy to die and stunned society women including Mrs. Oscar Lewisohn formerly Edna May. Eyewitnesses describe a moment when the group fell to their knees and prayed as the tragedy unfolded near the course.
In New York on July 14 reports show 81 deaths and 162 new cases in 24 hours. Dr Flexner and experts from Rockefeller Institute caution no cure yet, but note lower mortality than other diseases and emphasize continued public health efforts and artificial respiration as potential aid.
Six German submariners from the U boat Leuteland were hosted at the White House and Navy Department in Washington on July 14. They toured the east wing, inspected the president's chair, and studied war maps with pride. Assistant Secretary Roosevelt greeted them and congratulated the visitors, who honored the historic naval relief and the ill fated American submarine flag in Secretary Daniels office.
New York July 14 Colonel Tiradore Roorevelt has dropped the idea of forming a division of volunteer troops. F M Post, former governor of Porta Tien and recruiter in charge, says the plan is off and war now seems unlikely.
Mrs Arthur Barkine returns to Blanbridge East after a family matter with J D Hockley of Kasex Street. Mr and Mrs Feary Hall visit Granite Street friends then head to Burlington. W A Clark and Henry ree go to Concord New Hampshire to see son Marence Clark. Proxies mention Robert Burns memorabilia and a Shrine conclave in Buffalo New York. Weather notes hint at window feature plans. Barre plans early Vermont return. Miss Lame Levings of Cincinnati daughter of late W Lerings attends at the home of her aunt Nellie Perrin in Vermont as guardian.
The advisory report to Acting Secretary Polk from the neutrality board says the Deutschland is a peaceful merchant vessel entitled to privileges. The State Department will likely make no formal announcement and the Treasury may permit its clearance from Baltimore for its return voyage to Germany. The board based its finding on Navy and customs evaluations showing the sub was fairly unarmed and not easily converted for war without major structural changes.
Baltimore July 14 silence continues on when the submarine Deutschland will depart. The tug Timmins remains moored at the pier in a ready position, able to drag the sub into open water in ten minutes. A large hydroseropline is stored on the pier and may be used for scouting near the capes before the dash.
Plainfield merchant Bert Townsend visited Barre yesterday while Mire. ALE Weston from Kurlant met M. F. Scott at the nurses home. Des Moines visitor A. Z. Knapp stays a few days in Barre. Georgia Anns of Albany visits her parents. Local travelers Loren Allen and Stuart Carson return from Warren and East Warren. Mrs. Elvira Cook improves after a fall at home. Grover Caven leaves Barre for employment in New Haven. County Agent F. H. Abbott attends Vermont rural problems conference in Burlington. Calder & Richardson add coal wagons with enhanced removal features, built at Pacquet shop. R. W. Hall pleads guilty to driving without lights. fine paid by his father George Hall. John T. Rogers answers speeding charge. news to follow. George W. Goodrich, a Barre native and veteran, visited town with fellow Vermont volunteers, recalled past service and wartime mobilization.
Lyndonville resident Martin Danielle was chosen president of Vermont school superintendents, with Herbert J. Casey as vice president and Wil Jia C. McGivala as secretary treasurer. The group praised Commissioner Stone and welcomed new Education Commissioner Mile B. Hite. A letter from former Commissioner Mason S. Stone was read with thanks.
A sudden cloudburst with strong wind tore through Bellows Falls on July 14 around 2 40 pm lasting about five minutes. The event damaged numerous shade trees including a maple on Atkinson street and disrupted telegraph lines while farmers reported crop and road damage. The National Guard was called out as many vehicles suffered damage and drivers lost time due to downed tops.
Perkington reports Casper Ashenfelter was brought to state prison yesterday afternoon charged with assault. He requested an information, pleaded guilty, and was sentenced to less than three years and nine months to not more than five years at Video.
New York July 14 reports list seven heat casualties as temperatures topped 100 degrees in many areas. Immediate relief efforts followed the extreme heat wave, with responders noting a surge in prostrations and related health incidents across the city.
Joseph Marshall, a quarry worker from Canada, fired two shots with a revolver in Westerville near the Bentwell quarry. He was declared insane and transported to the state insane asylum at Waterbury after authorities restrained him at the post office and a ball game. Marshall had been causing alarm in the quarry district for days, living alone since returning to the area last spring.
Four year old Kenneth Fassett swallowed a quantity of poison while playing alone at home in Rochester. Doctors reported the recovery as doubtful and the family, including Volney Fansett and spouse, kept unaware of the accident to avoid further shock. The boy’s condition remained critical as physicians worked to determine the toxin.
A man from Boston, Frank Carfield, collapsed from extreme heat after a jump from a bridge in Burlington. He fell about 50 feet, sustaining fatal internal injuries. Witnesses dispute a deliberate act, noting dizziness before the tragedy and his wife’s inquiry into his condition.
The report lists HB Rice of Northfield and Mr George Edwards of Witltimetown as city center figures with various local business stories. It notes visitors Mrs and Miss Fred Dike of Northfield, Rev Th Lipeky and family departing by tram to Fidein Harbor for a week. Frank Tianld, recently employed in the United States, travels to Canberra NH for new work. The Necce Hospital Apt association held a special meeting about hospital plans with good attendance. News of the Granite City ledge group gathering and election of Parre ladies, plus carves and social time. A death notice for Mire Frnt Betehine’s daughter, Mire Kerw, involved in an accident near Harerhill.
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