Vermont News Echoes From War and Local Matters
Barre Daily Times edition from June 17 1918 reports on Vermont politics and tax rates, Brandon high school plans, granite procurement in St Johnsbury and Hardwick, critique of anti trust, plus war coverage. It discusses government road work near Barre, public refuse issues, and a note on New York City school fire drill. It also references Italy Austria and German actions in WWI and Belgian civilians.
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Barre
East Barre
Register Co
New York City
Red Cross lecturer linked to alleged safe conduct breach
The article contends that Anton Meyer-Gerland, identified as a Red Cross lecturer who obtained safe conduct to reach Europe, may face further grave complications if the published charges prove true. It notes the U.S. involvement and possible breach of assurances.
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Anton Meyer- Gerland
Red Cross
Europe I
United States
German Agent Hoax Threatens U S Diplomatic Ties
A German agent posed as a Red Cross lecturer in the United States and allegedly procured safe conduct to Europe while secretly aiding Germany by buying munitions. If confirmed, this could strain relations with Germany and risk severing diplomatic ties, urging the public to wait for State Department findings. Ambassador Von Bernatorf’s position is reported as shaky pending investigation.
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United States
Red Cross
State Department
Germany
Anton Meyer Gerhard
Europe
Count von Bernatorf
von Bernetorit
Suiwertain
Advocates Meter System to Curb Barre Water Waste
A Barre utility argues for a universal meter system to curb water waste amid polluted supply fears. Proposes tiered quarterly rates and a minimum annual charge to fund fire protection and improve service, citing revenue projections and impact on manufacturers, blocks, and other users.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sampagin
Talk of the Town and Camp Comfort Events
Abbott's advertises a new lot of bath mats and odd suits with special prices. Pupils may call 95-W or visit 31 Jefferson street for A-1 or fourth grade work. Camp Comfort hosts an opening dance on Friday June 18 with a full bill of $1.50. Hotel Northern offers a furniture sale starting Monday at 10 am. Tilden Shoe Co. gives away 500 gas balloons on June 18 with prizes including Trot-Mac shoes and toys for girls and boys. balloon pickup requires guardians. Bessie E. Spear awaits piano lesson inquiries by June 21.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abbott's
Jefferson Street
Camp Comfort
Calais
Hotel Northern
O. H. Hale
Tilden Shoe Co
Bessie E. Spear
Ollock
Williamstown News Briefs From The Week In Town
Ruth E. Martin returns home after a year at Brigham academy Bakersfield with cousin Doris Kanaly from Montpelier staying a few days. Mrs. Thomas D. Poland leaves for Windsor and Springfield Mass to visit relatives and attend Charity chapter 57 events. Meetings of the order will be omitted in July and August. The lunch room in the age block reopens under James R. Br. McMillan with H G Carpenter and Miss M Churel visiting from Gardner Mass. Families Levi D. Carr and Olney F. Seaver are mentioned as related. A pocketbook dropped by a young man riding through the village last Tuesday. a finder could not catch the rider, who then left toward Tom Wright's village to prove property ownership. An early crowd attended the Fane regreeting last evening, about one hundred present, with an enjoyable program followed by cake and ice cream.
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Ruth E. Martin
Brigham Academy
Bakersfield
Montpelier
Doris Kanaly
Thomas D. Poland
Windsor
Springfield
Myrtle Kathan Donaldson
Ellen Bruce Harrington
Charity
Order
James R. BR. McMillan
Burlington
H. G. Carpenter
Mies M Churel
Gardner
Mase
Levi D. Carr
Olney F. Seaver
Tom Wright
Graniteville Reel Show Tonight at Kert's Hall
Six reels of moving pictures will be shown at Kert's Hall in Graniteville tonight featuring Grace Cunent and Pree in a program titled Straggiere.
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Pickert
Straggiere
Opening of Farm Home for Handicapped Children Planned
A Forest Park farm home is to be opened this fall to shelter and care for a tutored group of handicapped children. The property will be converted from an existing building and outfitted to provide suitable housing and supportive services. The project aims to furnish a safe, nurturing environment for needy youths in the community.
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Brandon
Forest Park Farm
Upper Graniteville Plumbers Modernization Plan Details
Notices describe refining and modernizing plumbing work. It mentions rates, terms, and payments, with a pledge to apply the latest amount due. The document lists contractors and reference to past arrangements, indicating formal compliance and scheduling for installations.
Herring Named as Lusitania Sinker In Kaiser's Honor
London dispatch reports the German submarine U-21 sank the Lusitania. The Evening Star correspondent cites Elsinore sources claiming Lieutenant Herring, commander of U-21, was awarded the Pour le Merite by the Kaiser for sinking the liner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Elsinore
Denmark
Evening Star
Herting
Kaiser van
JAP Protest at China's Stand Sparks Tokyo Demostrations
Tokyo reports indicate Japan protests China's stance amid anti-Japanese sentiment in the republic. Demonstrations followed negotiations and China’s ultimatum while boycotts spread. Russian and Hungarian volunteers helped quell an anti-Japanese riot in Henken as tensions rose in late May.
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Tokio
Japan
Bay
To Chine
Republic
Te Dierantrat
China
Chinas Soerptanes
Huntieh
Italian Fleet Sails Under Sealed Orders From Taranto
The Italian fleet departed Taranto under sealed orders Tuesday night while more ships entered the Adriatic. A notable religious service occurred at the Cathedral of St. Cataldo with the archbishop delivering a solemn allocution and urging a major naval victory for the king.
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Taranto
Rome
Adriatic
St. Cataldo
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Frank B. Langli
Mackensen
Vermont
Hardwick
St. Johnsbury
New York Evening Sun
New York
Carnegie Foundation
Mediaal College
Wilson
New England
Windsor-Cornish
Karlsruhe
The
Tyrol
Belgium
U.S. A
Bunker Hill
F. H. Rogers & Co
Aldrich
Aldach
Berre. Vermoet
Wasrington
Deer
Waterbury
Talk OF
the Town
Williamstown
Graniteville
Vermont State School
Upper
Dieten
Barre’s
la Vaughan
Name Herring
Lusitania
Feat
Empire
Panama
Rogers’ Walk -Over
Boot Shop
Russell’s
Red Cross Pharmacy
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