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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1918
Page
4
The Barre Daily Times notes patriotic rally scenes and urges male residents to register for military service. It highlights German threats, U boat raids, and American resolve to finish the war, stressing that every man 21 since June 5, 1917 or turning 21 tomorrow must register between 7 am and 7 pm.
The piece notes bold yet largely ineffective submarine warfare by Germany on the Atlantic coast. It argues U S troop transport to Europe will continue, as submarines cannot cover vast sea lanes or starve American ships, and German supply limits hinder sustained bo erage and sortie.
The Springfield Reporter contrasts the farmer and the agriculturalist with a quip about who works the soil versus who works the farm. The piece notes high publishing costs in the United States and discusses Morning Courier-Citizen of Lowell moving to a one cent price, citing paper costs and quality tradeoffs. It references Concord Monitor on paid-in-advance revenue and broader newspaper operating expenses. It also covers Congress delaying draft-age changes, retaining men of majority since 1917, and explains the impact on the regular army and volunteers amid war, per Boston Transcript.
A five year old child gazes at the night sky and asks about the many servicemen who have gone to war, reflecting on the human cost of conflict with a simple, poignant question. The Boston Transcript quotes the child’s remark about God’s men in war as a quiet meditation on sacrifice.
In a busy schedule, Maria’s arrival prompts gauzy plans to entertain while Aunt Kaze visits. The Boston Transcript notes a focus on keeping guests amused as relatives discuss health topics and shared anecdotes despite limited free time.
Citizens born between June 6 1898 and June 6 1900 must register on June 5 1918 at their local board office between 7am and 9pm. Officers in certain service branches are exempt. others must register at their permanent local board. If absent go to present location. mail card with self addressed envelope to jurisdictional board.
A reader laments Memorial Day levity in public gatherings, urging reverence for the day and the nation’s veteran sacrifice. The letter cites Commander in Chief Logan, Grand Army of the Republic, and calls for patriotism echoed by state and federal leaders.
Barre school children increased their thrift and war savings holdings to 89,500.50 from 89,091.26, a gain of about 8600. The text lists street names and four city districts fully supporting the movement, including Spaulding Lincoln Ward 4 and Ayers Street.
Washington June 4 Dr P P Claxton federal commissioner of education urges high school graduates to continue their education at colleges with military instruction. Colleges enrolling 100 or more students will have army officers detailed as instructors and all trainees become U S army members but will not be called to active service until of age. The move aims to train leaders for wartime and postwar needs. Two Bellows Falls pastors planned Y M C A work in France. Rev Wallace Chesbro and Rev Ae Wilson to depart.
Mrs Chesbro and family will stay with the former's sister in Adatie Mixe while overseas. Mr Wilson will depart for France around the same time as Mr Chesbro.
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