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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1914
Page
1
Austria Hungary acted in response to mediation, seizing Servian vessels on the Danube after its own refusal and Germanys to enter talks. The move follows a mediation conference impasse and signals escalating tension in the regional conflict.
Austria-Hungary declares war on Serbia and Britain mobilizes battle squadrons. Reports say Russia assured Austria-Hungary will not annex Serbia. German fleet concentrates at home. Berlin rejects British mediation and urges cabinet-to-cabinet peace talks. British envoy notes mediation proposals. Germany wary of altering policy toward Serbia.
Count Michael Karolyi, Hungary's radical leader, said he furnished M. Caillaux with two letters from Busiperts to Calmetto and back, proving Hungarian government publicity in the Figaro. He claimed the papers show pay for favorable statements and that the revelation ties into Hungarian party politics. He warned disclosures could extend beyond these two documents and declined further detail.
London dispatch reports the Prussian emperor left for Finland after the grand council ended with the group agreeing to drastic action. He authorized partial mobilization for the 14th Army on the Austrian frontier and signaled that Russia would mobilize immediately after Germany if needed.
Vienna July 24 The imperial Austro Hungarian foreign office declared that even if Serbia complies with the Austrian note the dual monarchy would not be satisfied. Officials stated compliance by Serbia could not alter the future course of action by the empire.
Fragmentary report from Paris dated July 23 notes Austrian envoy in France saying fighting may have begun with no clear prices or terms. A separate line from Martin on July 25 mentions Sir Edward Cholten, suggesting ongoing diplomatic confusion as tensions rise.
The British steamship Missouri reported damage after a collision with the Zeeland, while Zeeland’s accompanying Zovland arrived with the starboard rail smashed. Both vessels passed the area in fog, with no injuries. Missouri was sailing from Baltimore to London and Antwerp. Zeeland from Dover and Antwerp.
In Yonkers New York on a court day Abraham Rothschild moneylender caused a burst of uproar in a special session by demanding the judge return 1300 of borrowed money. He accused Judge Beall of delays and asserted he had not engaged a lawyer to press the claim. The judge left the bench and Rothschild was calmed after the interruption.
Secretary Bryan announced that the Carbajal government and the constitutionalists are making progress toward peace. Delegates left for Saltillo to negotiate an amicable transfer of government while Zapata talks with constitutionalists are reported satisfactory. Calderon, Caranza ally, suffered a broken leg in New York and will join Carranza’s delegates. Journalists foresee Carranza’s unconditional surrender and a quick end to the Saltilo talks.
Burlington July 28 A Vermont Progressive meeting backed C A Prouty of Newport for United States Senate after Colonel Roosevelt indicated support via Oyster Bay interview Prouty said he would run as an independent and seek the Progressive nomination He declined a Republican offer and pledged to the state party executive committee to a delegate convention for nominations The convention is expected in Burlington next month Prof Raymond McFarland announced his candidacy for Congress in the first district after securing pledges from Addison County voters and others
Vermont reports and a New York item claimed a scarlet fever epidemic in Bellows Falls. health officials say seven mild cases exist in Rockingham and quarantine is in effect for affected children. Doctors confirm no wider outbreak and the rumor has caused unnecessary concern among visitors and residents planning vacations.
In city court Judge N.N. presided as George Noel and Wilfred Lock pleaded guilty to attempting to burgle H. J. Butler’s Lake Street store. They face six months to a year in the house of correction. Johnson, from New York, awaits trial in jail. Francis Ward earlier pled guilty to burglary of Vermont Power and Manufacturing, with probation to be considered. Local arrests stem from break-ins including a cottage theft on Lake Street and a suitcase incident.
A garbled report from Manchester Nova Scotia notes a baseball club transfer within the New England area. The fragment mentions a transfer action and the involvement of local authorities or organizations, with unclear names and dates due to OCR errors.
Jay Altre Sime of Burlington Vermont was held in lieu by Judge Morton in United States district court yesterday. He faced accusations of transporting Julia from her home in North Marlboro Vermont to New York and Springfield, where she was allegedly subjected to trafficking.
A fragmented report notes threats of a strike involving bathhouse workers in New York. The text mentions cooking, tension, and labor actions, with unclear names or dates due to garbled OCR. The core fact indicates a potential labor stoppage affecting public bathing facilities.
A local auto accident survivor shows signs of improvement after hospitalization. Officials report the victim remains under medical care, with family describing cautious optimism as treatment progresses and conditions stabilize.
New York July 28 the latest movement of gold to Europe began Friday with a 2,000,000 transfer to Paris. Today a 10,600,000 shipment aboard the Kronprinzessin Devile was sent, claimed to be the largest single American gold export to Europe. An additional 2,750,000 in gold bars was engaged for Paris tomorrow. Paris reports rising bank withdrawals amid war tensions but no panic.
Alvah Bartholomew, severely injured in a grade crossing wreck on the Rutland branch of the Delaware and Hudson railroad near Whitehall New York, died yesterday afternoon at about five oclock. He never regained consciousness and the cause was concussion of the brain after the crash.
Sir Thomas Lipton's challenger Shamrock IV reached Horta Azores from Falmouth in seven days and three hours. The yacht impressed with strong performance in heavy seas, proving an excellent sea boat during the crossing.
New York July 28 District Attorney Charles S Whitman will file his petition for the Republican gubernatorial nomination on the first legal day at the primary and no other. He declares he will support the Republican nominee chosen at the primary and criticizes Theodore Roosevelt for attempting to dictate candidate selection. He urges Harvey Hinman to pledge similar support for party primary purposes.
Muthead July 28 reports a large police team including Chief Young and Deputy Sheriff Mas eal Wiees investigating Eaton Hewitt on Peetsont avenue for clues to Frank Gardner Hill, the alleged forger who escaped Friday night. Despite armed searches and witnesses noting a horse and reins near Hewitt's home, no suspect was found.
James Duncan of Quincy Massachusetts free vice-president of the American Federation of Labor and secretary treasurer of the Granite Cutters International Association accepts Barre Labor Day invitation for the September event at Intercity Park. He will address the observance with possible reception and official Vermont visits to granite workers branches. Local committee plans sports including two baseball games as part of the celebration.
In Barre, Elenora Sain faces a liquor sale charge after a raid on her home at 1 Bughee Avenue. At a city court hearing, Paul Wilfore testified to illicit beverages and payments, with several witnesses detailing activities around Mrs Sain's house. Bail set at $500 for appearance at the Washington county court term.
Mrs Evelyn St. Germaine, aged 4, of Manchester New Hampshire, is in serious condition at Burback hospital after firing a .38 caliber revolver at herself at her sister Elly Dhaemil's home in Princeton New Jersey. She was taken to St. Ceresine hospital in critical condition, with police and doctors assessing her chances of recovery.
In Stamford, coroner Phelan ruled on July 28 that Mrs Helen M Angle is held criminally responsible for the death of Waldo R Ballou in Stamford on the night of June 23. The finding was announced in the local report.
Smoke pours from an air shaft at 247 North Main Street in the A Tomasi block, prompting a rapid fire response. Fire started in a cellar under Mr Tomasi’s property causes extensive smoke damage but limited physical loss as crews extinguish the blaze and tenants evacuate. No clear origin is given, and the furnace had not been in use recently.
Fred E. Downing shot a two year old black bear weighing about 1 pound on the Horace White place in Washington. He fired after hearing a motor, the bear crossed the road and Downing’s shot broke its back. The carcass was dragged home and later sold to Smith & Cumings.
Allen Osthoan of siddberry meets with quarry owners to discuss his recommendations. The plan includes removing the derrick bunk and adjusting transportation for the weekly shipment. Calvin Whit and Stevens oversee the work statewide as inspectors report progress.
A prisoner in a July mime act collapses mid performance as the crowd gasps. Judge Allunel admonishes the audience while the incident delays proceedings and raises concerns over stage safety.
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