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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1919
Page
1
In Paris heads of the Allied Powers announce an ultimatum demanding immediate action from Germany. They say plenipotentiaries must be appointed within a specified number of hours or the Allies will take further action.
Paris June 25 Allied leaders await word from Weimar on the German peace delegation expected late this week. If no message arrives, an ultimatum will be sent demanding appointment of plenipotentiaries within a set hour. The signing ceremony is now planned for Friday or Saturday at Versailles.
New York June 25 A bomb exploded in front of the factory of Berram J Goodman in the Williamsburg district tearing doors and windows. The plant employs about 100 persons and police investigate a discharged striker as a possible motive.
About 2,000 troops mainly from New England states arrived aboard the transport Eten at Newport News Virginia after docking early today. The units included field and staff headquarters, the first and second battalions, supply and headquarters companies, ordnance detachment, Company B and Company I of the 16th Pioneer Infantry, the 148th Field Artillery, Base Veterinary Hospital No. 2, and several casualty companies.
Bennington on June 24 BL A Slader optometrist of Rutland faced a Municipal Court hearing for allegedly driving under the influence after his Word touring car crashed into a North Street fruit store and damaged another vehicle. Judge William J. Meagher declined to preside, case continued to July 27 with Slader under $500 bail.
Dr. G. C. Berkley was shaken when a Buick coupe tipped into a ditch on a narrow West Swanton road while passing another car. The vehicle was not damaged beyond a bent axle. Berkley continued to Low Lake, N. Y., to attend a patient.
In St Albans on June 25 William J Veil leux cut his right hand while trimming galvanized iron for eaves troughs. A main vein was severed, penetrating to the bone with an inch and a half long incision. Dr H B Jolnson treated the injury, with no permanent ill effects expected.
Winnipeg Manitoba ends nearly six weeks of industrial strife as the general sympathetic strike is called off with all workers to return to work at 11 a m tomorrow. Alberta cities Cal and Edmonton also report sympathy strikes ending, while Vancouver and Victoria anticipate similar closures. The action follows discussions with Manitoba Premier Norris and provincial officials, with an investigation commission to be appointed. The strike, begun May 1 in solidarity with metal workers seeking bargaining rights, involved most sectors and led to two deaths and numerous injuries. security measures included military control and arrests of several strike leaders.
Miss Gladys C Grogan plans an extended visit to Springfield and Westfield with relatives. Goddard graduates and friends register for the homcoming activities at the seminary building and Congregational church vestry. The Barre wreck damage is repaired and track realigned. Spaulding defeats Watersbury to clinch Northern league leadership as Goddard prepares for alumni ball game and commencement activities featuring Dartmouth and Vermont players.
Notice seeks lodging for visitors to Goddard with insufficient room supply. Residents asked to offer rooms for Wednesday Thursday and Friday night and to contact the seminary office or Hollister at home. The appeal emphasizes war guest needs and requests prompt response.
Lawrence Mass June 25 Nurse Rese nie M Skeels Lundgren resumed testimony about the December death of Miss Mixa Florence W Guy. She claimed she avoided patient care for two days before Miss Guy’s death and said she was too tired to continue at the Gay home despite calls to stay on.
Montpelier seminary held its class day exercises this morning before a full chapel. The program featured music and orations by seniors with remarks from Warren Waite and Whitney Barker. The event closed with seniors and faculty takeoff humor and gifts from juniors.
A Rutland jury records a $50,000 negligence case brought by Leon Moon, minor, by next friend Frank K Wellman, against Deerfield Pulp Company of Windham county. Moon suffered severe injuries in a dark cellar accident while following a foreman’s instructions. He remains crippled and endured multiple skin grafts after the incident last April. The case cites two counts of negligence and improper work by a non parent approved worker. Attorneys Barber Barber & Millar of Brattleboro represent Moon’s party. The suit seeks damages of 50,000 dollars.
Supt. J W Butterfield of the Washington northeast district, serving Cabot Marshfield Calais and Woodbury, died at Barre City hospital after influenza and arteries complications. Born August 1 1853 in Westmoreland NH he taught in Montpelier Westmoreland and East Montpelier and led four towns schools. Funeral set for Friday at 2 40 P M in North Montpelier with Rev M W Fale officiating.
Acceptance notices pour in as Barre gears up for a grand homecoming July 4. Volunteers and granite firms canvass, inviting soldiers and sailors to attend. Lt Lynch and Sgt Straiton plan aerial displays, including an Immelmann turn by two aviators, promising a dramatic sequence over Ancre and nearby towns.
Miss Laura Suiter of Graniteville wed Dr. G T L Bayes of Graniteville and Barre in a 10 o clock ceremony led by Rev. D C Huntington. The bride wore a blue traveling gown and hat, and the couple planned a motor trip to Montreal before settling in Graniteville. The bride is well known in Graniteville and Dr Bayes has long practiced medicine in the area.
The 22d annual Washington County Veterans Association reunion at Dewey Park drew Civil War veterans and families. Col. F. B. Thomas spoke as officers were elected after a program with Mrs Emma LaPoint and delegates from allied groups. The roll of deceased members included Rufus M. Pray and many others, announced during a long list of names and dates.
Nearly a hundred World War I veterans gathered in Barre to form a local American Legion post. Vermont delegates reported to St Louis, temporary officers were named, and a charter petition of 15 signers was discussed. A future meeting and Fourth of July parade plans were outlined with call for turnout in uniform.
Barre aldermen considered a proposal by County Highway Supervisor Ro 8S. Carrier for the city to contribute 300 toward a small bridge on Williams town road south of Smith stock farm. Options discussed include sinking a water main to permit a 3½ or 4 foot bridge or raising the road. City Attorney Sargent to report after further study. Building permits granted for a milk station, an office parapet, and repairs to a coal shed. Police committee praised for tighter enforcement after vandals were caught. Bijou theatre license and innkeeper license applications reviewed. City to seek recovery of liquor license fees from the state. questions raised about prior refunds and outstanding 260. Warrant activity listed, including pension, payroll, and maintenance payments.
Nelson son of Mr and Mrs J Nelson of Morris and Miss Dore Marguerite Stewart of Malone were married by Rev Fr Bevin at the new Catholic church in Morris. Ruth Nelson organist, bridesmaids Caroline Stewart Malone, guests and relatives celebrated with a wedding breakfast and gifts. The couple, widely known locally, planned a honeymoon in the White Mountains before returning to Philadelphia. A Hiberman Ladies meeting followed with new members admitted and refreshments served.
Goddard assembly hall heard Rev J B Reardon praise industry and learning as keys to success. He announced that through board trustees a future year’s free tuition would be available to deserv ing students from families devastated by epidemic while graduates listed their names from Barre to Warren and nearby towns.
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