Barrett Daily Times 1919 World War Echoes and Flight Talk
Barre Daily Times comments on postwar themes including expectations of Germany signing, the Vickers Vimy airplane's historical role, rumors of future long-distance flights from Boston or New York to Ireland, and reflections on veterans training after World War I, noting American troops on the Mexican border and battles in Europe.
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Boston Transcript
Broken Up Division The 76th in Europe and Return
The 76th Division was dispersed on arrival in Europe, sent as replacements to other units rather than fighting as a single intact formation. Some served at the front late in the war, others waited between debarkation and front lines. Though divided, the 76th earned full credit for its members and impact on victory.
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Europe
Goddard Seminary Celebrates Golden Jubilee
For the week ending next MUCO period, thousands will focus on the cursor and fortunes of Goddard Seminary as the 1919 commencement exercises mark the golden jubilee. Graduates reflect on old days even if absent, as festivities begin.
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Goddard Seminary marks half century in Vermont education
Jubilation surrounds Goddard Seminary as it celebrates fifty years since its charter in 1863 and operation from 1870. The feature honors founders like the Aldriches Shipmans and Goddards, recalls early struggles, and expresses optimism for the school’s leading role in Vermont education.
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Lack of vehicle lights sparks warnings in Gazette
The Gazette notes many owners ignore state law requiring lights on road vehicles at night. Critics warn of heavy fines and potential accidents, citing past incidents in the village. Opinion pieces from Boston Transcript, Boston Herald, and New York Tribune discuss war, postal revenues, and aviation policy in a broad, reflective tone.
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Hardwick Gazette
Can Afford Old Prices Postal Service Financial Critique
A reader argues the post office cannot meet costs under existing pricing. The note claims the department hides deficits by selective accounting and does not budget for rent, interest, taxes, or Washington staff salaries. The critique emphasizes the strain of maintaining postal services at former rates.
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Local Officers Named in Blanchard Post Listing
The memo lists Blanchard president Albert Johnnott and vice presidents Edward Deavitt and Frank Smith along with treasurer Frank N. Smith and other figures William & Nye H Julius Yolholm and Harry Daniels, noted alongside a large monetary figure of $100,000 and $2,500,000 GEO TL.
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Albert Johonnott
Edward H. Deavitt
Frank N. Smith
William & Nye
America’s Air Industry Faces Postwar Crisis
The piece decries America abandoning its awe of youth and warns that wartime aircraft programs were canceled, leaving $1 billion in contracts void and hundreds of millions tied up in capital. It contrasts France and Britain resuming or supporting production while U.S. plants idle, urging Congress to craft a broad policy to bridge the postwar gap.
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Practical Hint. Doughboy and Old Man in Boston Transcript
A fragmentary note from the Boston Transcript recalls Doughboy back from duty and a pasty outside joke. It references repayment for help with a girl, a tax company, and a quip about portmanteau words entering movies. The piece hints at nostalgic banter and social slang of the era.
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