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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1921
Page
1
Verdict delivered in Cleveland finds Mrs. Kaber guilty of plotting her husband’s death. Judge sentences her to life in prison with no possibility of parole, marking a historic outcome in the domestic murder case.
Cleveland July 16 Mrs Eva Catherine Raber found guilty of first degree murder for plotting her husband Daniel F Kaber's killing. Jury returns life sentence without mercy with Maryville reformatory to be the place of confinement. Raber’s personal counsel James Francie K Poulson informed her in stupor to hear official verdict. County officials praised verdict noting no pardon under such a verdict.
Washington July 1 Attorney General Daugherty announced that all federal proceedings against Captain Robert Rasenbluth of New York and Sergeant Roland Pothier of Providence are to be dismissed in connection with the 1918 Camp Lewis shooting of Major Alexander Cronkhite.
Athens reports Greek troops have linked Kutain near the Bagdad railroad about 7% miles southeast of Brussa. Turkish Nationalists are said to be reinforcing with Tartars and Kurds as a major battle looms. An official statement describes operations from Tulubunar moving toward the Ermandl Mount and advancing south of the Cynarie River against well fortified enemy positions.
Ton July 16. The probable suicide of Arthur Irwin, an old-time ballplayer and longtime manager in New England leagues, was inferred by Metropolitan line steamer Calvin Austin officers when she docked. Irwin, recently treated for a long illness, was a passenger from New York last night and found upon arrival with baggage and some clothing from his stateroom.
Eight women were arrested for throwing red pepper at striking city workers in Great Falls Montana July 16 as thousands of strike sympathizers stormed the police station. The scene included breakaways, bricks, and attempted protection by federal troops amid clashes with protesters. Stephen Stevenson, president of a local bank, was grabbed and rough handled during the unrest.
Paris July 16 The Associated Press reports that the interim meeting on reduction of armaments appointed to the initiators of the inherited peace reconvenes to avoid conflicting with the League’s disarmament movement. Viviani, France’s representative and committee chair, said Washington talks should not conflict with the commission’s study and urged alignment of objectives with Harding’s plan.
Murky dispatch reports German miners striking amid wage disputes with employers. The action involves workers across several mines, triggering production slowdowns and heightened tension as talks falter. Strong entities include Germany and Amsterdam.
About twenty million dollars was added to government revenues through vigorous recoveries from false and fraudulent income tax returns. Indictments have been returned nationwide with many jail sentences imposed. Fraud by income tax filers included omitting large items of income and a prominent merchant owning 166 stores concealing nine tenths of his income for years.
A six million bond issue was approved today by the city committee for financing construction of a passenger station. The bonds will fund the project with mortgage backing and involve several rail interests including the Quincy and St. Louis routes and the Pennsylvania Company. The measure passed as part of a broader transportation initiative.
London July 1 The conference between Prime Minister Lloyd George and Eamon de Valera is set to resume Monday with discussions expected to influence the broader Irish talks. De Valera remained at his hotel as Ulster leaders and British officials prepared for private cabinet discussions and potential tripartite talks among Irish republicans Ulster representatives and the British government.
The Irish Bulletin reports fierce readiness in Dublin to resist downsized talks with London’s Lloyd George if a peaceful settlement falters. It asserts Irish will and endurance can sustain resistance and eventual success, amid commentary on the truce between Titans and crown trees in Ireland and English press misunderstandings of the situation.
Norfolk July As the Associated Press reports six former enemy warships found a resting place off Virginia cape following air and sea attacks. Frantic shell fire sank two destroyers the VII and S192 while US navy aircraft engage to destroy Francfort and Oettrinsland targets as rains and rough seas hinder operations.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a person and a dispute over recognition and motive, with references to a Brooklyn and Baltimore Senator and a daughter. The text lacks clear names, dates, or events, making it difficult to determine the full context or outcome.
Lieut Dittmar and Lieut Boldt were sentenced to four years for murder in the free degree after firing on lifeboats following the torpedoing of the Canadian hospital ship Lingdovers Castle in summer 1918. The case, tried by German public prosecutor, differed from others tied to rules of civilized warfare and drew British interest for Commander Patny of the torpedoing submarine.
Atlantic City observer James B Green notes a Jersey City bootleg scheme after the Dempsey Carpentier bout. A small crew cleared about 48 000 bottles from the arena grounds, netting an estimated 500 dollars after expenses. Bottles fetched two to five cents each, with profits dominated by waste liquor and discarded drinks. The episode highlights industry waste and social concerns raised by reform groups.
A Montreal Gazette report details two windows dated to 1421 and 1430 found in Matyermina Priory church gable. The windows show high quality glass, clear Leid vivid coloration, and possible workshop common origin with the St Willan window in Minsterae.
Frank Jaquith a farm hand aged about 35 hanged himself in a shed at Tarbieville Mount Holly. His body was found at about 6 0 by Walter Spaulding. State's Attorney Novak authorized moving the body to the Spaulding farm for funeral tomorrow. Jaquith's wife had obtained a divorce in Georgia last January and he brooded over family troubles. His father Rollin Jaquith also recently died by hanging in Dartmouth New Hampshire.
Chicago officials completed a jury panel to decide guilt or innocence of White Sox players and associates accused of conspiring to throw the World Series. The panel of four was sworn amid cheers as about six hundred questioned. opening statement planned for Monday. defense seeks to bar grand jury statements from use in trial and limit references to the three players named in those statements.
Treasury Secretary Mellon declared there would be no deferment of interest on British debts. He affirmed the policy to proceed with refunds of Allied loans and collect interest at the earliest date, dismissing London and New York reports as unfounded and inconceivable.
Burglars broke into the Winooski railroad station Thursday night, rifling the Amer Co safe of over $1,000. They gained entry by forcing the door, weighed under 100 pounds, and also emptied the cash drawer of about $14 in change.
Washington July 1 hides to be taxed as the Forney tariff measure passes with 607 votes to impose a 15 percent ad valorem duty on hides. The action follows by another amendment taxing leather products. Eight Ways and Means members who previously supported free hides switch positions. Nive Garner of Texas, a Democratic leader, voted with Republicans for the tax.
An OCR read describes a chaotic scene near Clinton with a man named James involved in a disorderly event. A loud clank and a failing mood lead to questions about a pistol or weapon and a troubling nighttime sequence. The piece mentions a wife or girl and a costly purchase at a "drag" store.
The Barre Times sketches a vivid portrait of villainy and moral panic, arguing parental investigation can deter mischief like false fire alarms. It cautions against blithe public alarm while praising vigilant parenting as a powerful, if unsettling, corrective force.
Paper mill workers at Bol Jows Falla and Wilder struck over wage cuts, prompting 40 and 60 man National Guard contingents from Rutland and Windsor. After a White River Junction conference, Adjutant General Johnson ordered their discharge as civil authorities appeared able to handle the unrest. Strikers, mainly local English speakers with about 10 percent Poles, number around 250 and seek arbitration, claiming about a 22 percent wage cut. No property damage reported. guards described as strikebreakers’ van guard amid tensions.
July 16 in Wilder an investigation followed a morning shooting during a strikers’ gathering of International Paper Co. workers. Peter Landry was shot in the left cheek. Sam Beds wounded in the leg. Both men, unhurt seriously, were treated at a local hospital and sent home. The shooting occurred near the road to White River Junction as company guards escorted a food truck through a crowd. Sheriff Fairbanks and deputies were deployed to maintain order as the unrest continued among strikers.
July 16 report from Bellows Falls notes hundreds of International Paper Co strikers gathered at the mill yard overnight to block strikebreakers. No party appeared, pickets continued, and attempts to hire inside workers met resistance. Deputies and local guards prepared for rapid action as negotiations wavered.
The Vermont National Guard unit has filled its headquarters ranks with enlisted men who have passed physicals. A meeting will be held to welcome new members and elect officers. Recruiting had been light but has improved steadily since autumn, with hopes to reach seventy members soon.
Swedish Queen Victoriaclasp or Queen Victoria of Sweden has reportedly undergone a medical operation after a recurrence of her ailment. Official statements confirm the procedure and expected recovery period, with care being provided in Stockholm.
Major John G. Emery of Grand Rapids Michigan national commander of the American Legion says President Harding is all wrong as the Senate finance committee rejects claims the Sweet bill and the adjusted compensation program would bankrupt the treasury. Emery vows the Legion will continue its drive with renewed vigor, maintaining a clear program to secure benefits for soldiers.
Washington July 16 The Senate adjourned without debate on the Willis Rumphell anti beer bill after a late effort to move it for recommittal alongside the soldiers' bonus measure. Senator Sterling of South Dakota offered the motion, but opposition formed for Monday. Republican leaders plan a session early next week to map a program for the beer bill and other agriculture measures, with a August timetable hoped for tariff action. The recommittal vote stood 47 to 29 with nine Republicans voting against it.
The Boutwell Milne and Varnum Co denies any plan to cut the price of rough Rock of Ages granite. They state no reduction will occur despite labor shortages and ongoing development efforts, emphasizing the current price level remains intended to cover costs and support related industries.
Fragmented notice describes a basketball event in Barre this afternoon with a postponed matinee involving multiple teams and local players. Names and details are unreadable, but the piece signals a scheduled game amid confusion and rescheduled timing.
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