Philippine Island Government Faces Bankruptcy Crisis
Major General Leonard Wood and former Governor Forbes cable Secretary of War Weeks urging Congress to grant relief funds as the Philippine Island government heads toward bankruptcy.
17 Jun 1921
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1921
Page
1
Major General Leonard Wood and former Governor Forbes cable Secretary of War Weeks urging Congress to grant relief funds as the Philippine Island government heads toward bankruptcy.
Major General Leonard Wood and former Governor General Forbes, in a cable to Congress via Secretary Weeks, say the Philippine National Bank is practically insolvent. They advocate increasing the island’s indebtedness from 15 million to 40 million dollars to cope, as all levels of government rely on banks.
Stowe Mise Catherine Smalley visits Jeffersonville this week. Burlington visitors include Mr and Mrs WD Pangle and others. An afternoon game between Stowe town and Warren ends 2 to 1 for Warren. Several residents travel to Montpelier Waterbury and Burlington for visits and work.
Dr D J DeFonsett plans to attend a tuberculosis convention in Besten next week with Newton Rosiness also slated to speak on the issue. Governor Jamert Flartoess unable to attend the funeral of Henry Me at St Jahnsbary today as of March 4. Lone ex lieutenant ermer represents the state stating it is demanding its character to temper the capital stock 20 and the company will tender Dethares of stock at that place.
Fr iday night events offer music and a social scene at Wood Bay Lake while city water restrictions linger due to a main leak. Health officials monitor conditions as crews address river water levels and milk shipments to Boston. Local civic notes include Knights of Pythias meetings, upcoming grand lodge events, and announcements of marriages and social gatherings among Barre and Montpelier residents.
Ashton K Winby James Harwood Graves Harnett F B Moses and Millward Mayer face trial on conspiracy to defraud the government over alleged leaks in Supreme Court decisions. The indictment claimed advance information was used to move the stock market. The case links to a broader investigation of leaks in Justice McKenna’s office and involving a Justice staff clerk and an attorney.
Last evening in the Goddard assembly hall nine speakers vied for top honors as judges Blanehe J. Tilden Clinton Ly Scott and others wrestled over the winner. Prizes went to Miceli la R. Kener for “Ae the Moon Bone” and Beatrice M. Wheeler for “Mix Deborah Has a Visitor.” Frank B. Clark led boys with “The New South” and Thomas E. Wye Jr. followed with “Spartacus to the Gladiators at Capua” amid varied dramatic readings and musical interludes.
Washington reporters said President Harding has not replied to Hamilton Holt’s plea for an association of nations to replace the league. White House officials refused to comment, noting no detailed discussion will occur now, and peace in Europe is the current priority.
Norwich University held its 102d commencement on the upper parade ground at 10 o'clock. Gov. James M. Hartness presided and Maj. Gen. Holbrook spoke on Civilry and the Aim of Service, noting airpower's wide reach. Military medals were awarded to Cadet TH A Fenwon for top military average, and recognitions included honorary degrees for President Plumley, Major Herbrook, Dr. Spencer, and Gov. Hartness. A senior prom followed at the armory with musical performances and student chatter.
Alumni day at Goddard Seminary featured morning business, banquet, and speeches. Charles Wishart and Principal R L Davison led remarks while Flora Eaton Priest highlighted Thompson memorials and fundraising for the school. Attendees from classes of the 1870s to 1900s praised the school, discussed repairs, and pledged support for future activities.
Flames swept East Corinth as wind carried firebrands, destroying Ernest Bowen’s bobbin shop, the Jackman Bros storehouse, and the village schoolhouse and hall. The loss is estimated at 25 000 with insurance limited on Bowen’s property. Volunteers from miles around aided efforts, chemicals and a Fairlee engine arriving to help contain the blaze.
A garbled OCR passage hints at a family dialogue with a father, a daughter, and a distant event. The text includes misread phrases about stepping, feet, and a person named Telaer, with mentions of fire and a journey, but the content remains incoherent and fragmentary.
Chester Griffin of Boston visits friends and attends Goddard commencement. Miss Marguerite Currier just graduated from Smith College arrives home. Local residents, students, and faculty travel, study updates, and summer plans surface, with flower show details at Loghin moms and plan for tea.
A large crowd gathered at St Monicas church in Barre for the high mass service for Danel J Sullivan. Rev Fr Lutehance of Graniteville led the mass with Rev PM Mee Kenna, while members of Catholic Order of Foresters, Ancient Order of Hibernians, and granite cutters attended. Pallbearers included Brown, John B Kelly, E J Patrick, F Donleavy, J Aylra, and Tenny Lenihan as the procession moved to Heckley street for interment.
Secretary of state records show licenses revoked for several drivers including Howard C. Jase min of Rutland and Keres Latoer of Underhill for unspecified offenses. Thomas Briton of East Richford and T. H. Savarie of North Troy face revocation after conviction for interference while driving. Edmund Talbot of Benber Palle also cited for similar offenses. Wests reporter notes 608 recent actions. archive lists remain unclear.
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