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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1916
Page
1
Washington officials say the outlook is not bright as tensions with Mexico persist. Despite hopes to avert war, authorities prepare to mobilize militia units for border duties and potential escalation.
Washington reports persistence among officials that war with Mexico could be avoided though Carranza leaders may resist. 10,000 National Guardsmen slated for mobilization, Pershing’s report awaited before drastic steps. Unsettled incidents at Mazatlan and Carrizal under review, with diplomacy and neutrality notes shaping policy.
The 17 American soldiers of the 11th Cavalry, captured at Carrizal, were brought to Chihuahua City with scout Spillsbury and interned. Captain Moore was wounded. accounts by Spillsbury claim Mexican forces would attack any U.S. move toward the border, with further details from Lt. Rivas and General Gomez.
A Mexican civilian recounts Gen Felix Gomes warned the Americans to retreat as they pressed toward Villa Ahumada. A hidden pitfall disabled several horses, and Mexican forces opened machine gun fire, with 17 American soldiers captured before both sides withdrew.
Vera Cruz June 28 Five refugees and Americans rushed aboard the battleship Nebraska after nightfall. The ship will sail in ten days and later transfer to another vessel as more refugees arrive seeking safety and passage.
Montpelier reports the death of Lewis Marcotte of Main Street at Heaton hospital after an operation. Born July 1810 to Peter and Cordelia Marcotte, he resided in Montpelier and worked as a yminter and paper-hanger. Survived by wife Kileo Cointner, son James Richard Marcotte, sister Carrie Danecuse, and others. funeral planned from St Anguistine's Church. Also included are city council actions, naturalization court proceedings, and a long list of applicants and attendees with multiple names and origins.
German forces repulsed in heavy night actions along the Verdun sector and Vaux front as artillery roars persist near Mont Tet and Dead Man's Hill. German assaults in the Chamagne district and on Hill 304 were met with stiff French resistance amid ongoing Meuse fighting.
London reports heavy German bombardment east of Verdun and along the Meuse as French troops counter attack to retake trenches. French forces allegedly reclaim most trenches seized Wednesday between Fumin Wood and Chenoy northeast of Verdun while German gains near Civenchy are pushed back with heavy losses.
Charles McBain of St Johnsbury is reported among wounded or killed in France after enlisting in a Canadian regiment a year ago. He worked as a farm laborer before joining the service. Other local men mentioned include Private Frever Jones and Norman Gidnow, with Witman of Scranton facing desertion charges in St Albans.
Local column notes arrivals departures and visits in Manchester and surrounding towns. G Tyler and Beatrice Gostant travel for business and homeward returns. Raymond Sherburne a Goddard alum visits. Mrs Judson Bailey and Hallie Templeton noted graduates and guests. Jeanie Murray and McDonald sisters arrive from Stellar Hill. Calef of Washington attends Goddard exercises. Allen Tix recently finished studies at Vermont and plans summer with family. Irving and Jason Martin depart after university events. Middleton Conn graduates Martie Martin earns degree. Dr and Mrs A Nee motor through town. more brief mentions of hotel and travel within the region.
Fragmentary notice notes a last day for a fare refund sale. Text is garbled with unclear dates, times, and vendor names, but implies a limited window and promotional event.
The Goddard Seminary commencement honors 30 four year graduates with 2% earning commercial certificates. Speakers include Ralph J. Winter and Vivien I. Canfield in a program featuring a prize speaking contest, a debate on a large army, and remarks on industrial progress in New England. May 1916 event in Barre highlights expanding influence and future teaching placements.
Sixteen graduates receive diplomas with a solo in the elas lima and a pledge of future college entry. Ten teacher trainees complete the program and will begin teaching in September. A reception for graduates and teachers is planned at Dr and Mrs Hollister's home, followed by an evening alumni gathering at the school chapel.
On the eve of graduation at Wioddard, seniors and juniors competed in prize speaking contests. The seminary chapel hosted a crowded audience and a program noted for uniform experience and satisfaction. Judges included Misa Eth May Hamilton, Mrs. Edson Peck, and Mire. Jamea EB. Lewton. Awards: first prize for girls Sara J. Martin for Polly's Sunp rise Party. second prize for girls Tork P'M, Drew for Abbie's Av. first prize for boys James I. Phelps for Patrick Henry's Counts.
Washington June 25 The war department issued the first order to mobilize 10 000 national guardsmen to the border with 5 000 in each of the central and western departments General Funston will choose destinations as governors report mobilization status Secretary Baker pressed for immediate replies on when quotas will be ready and which units will be mobilized Troops nearest the border were designated to go first with transportation arranged to minimize delays
Merton Watson pleaded guilty to forgery in Hardwick. He was sentenced to a year in prison with restitution and placed on probation after payment arrangements were made. The judge noted partial restitution had been made.
In St Albans on June 23 a crash on Georgia road injured Preston and his daughter Mrs Irving Stebbins of Sheldon and three others. An auto owned by Ho Ho Mower of Shekton swerved to avoid a passing vehicle, striking a trio of cars as it turned. The group, en route to Basel Jumetin, received head and facial injuries. Mrs Stebbins suffered ankle and leg injuries, while others escaped severe harm. Paramedics and local residents aided at the scene and the party returned home after treatment. The incident prompted the presence of police and hospital staff as witnesses described the sequence of events.
Harvard boats prove superior as freshmen win by three quarters of a boat length with 0 minutes 36.38 seconds to Yale. Second varsity ends two lengths ahead in 10 minutes 3 seconds to 10 minutes 27 seconds. Varsity race to be rowed later. Harvard favored.
Burlington June 23 The Vermont National Guard now mobilized at the state camp near Fort Ethan Allen totals about 75 men per company. Company K Springfield has 101, Montpelier’s H 66, St Johnsbury’s C 87, and Burlington’s M 91. Over 1100 men spent the night under canvas as a new patrol system begins in Winooski and Burlington to aid soldiers and enforce taps rules.
Private 4 G Edwards of Company H reports arrival at 2 o'clock and cheerful welcome. Quarters pitched and mess halls ready. first night restricted, soldiers occupy time with boxing, wrestling, quartet and singing. Windy, cold night expected. soldiers eager to stay near the border and send more updates later.
In a fragmentary record from Werting, Arca Ue and Mr Anérye Cheam are linked to a betrothal arrangement. Details are sparse, but the notice mentions the two as central parties in a public arrangement with dates and procedural steps pending.
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