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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1916
Page
1
The United States government demands the release of American prisoners and an early statement of the de facto Mexican government's purpose as tensions escalate after Carranza's open defiance signals imminent conflict.
Secretary Lansing通知 Mexican de facto government demand immediate American prisoner release from Carrizal and a formal reply through diplomatic channels. Cable report states the Carrizal clash occurred after Trevino followed orders to halt American advances, with seventeen soldiers captured and both sides suffering casualties. Two hundred troops remain near Naco as local guards organize and request more assistance.
Field headquarters in Mexico reports twenty three American soldiers killed at Carrizal. Major Jenkins relays search for survivors and confirms the rescue of Captain Lewis Sidney Morey after a note on Captain Boyd’s body mentions Gomez inviting Boyd into Carrizal and talks outside.
United States troops labored June 24 to erect sand bag breastworks near Naco Arizona in response to advancing threat. A detachment arrived and joined the workers as orders specified defensive preparations amid tense border activity.
Paris June 26 The French in a night raid captured part of a German trench between Fumin and Chenois woods in Verdun. German assault west of Thidumont was repulsed. A heavy artillery duel continued along the Meuse.
Berlin reports ongoing combat in western theater on fronts held by British and northern French forces, stating fighting has been active for the past two days according to the German official statement.
Rome reports a general Austrian retreat in Trentino across about 20 miles as Italian forces press the pursuit vigorously. The official Italian war office statement describes a steady advance and intensified efforts to dislodge Austrian troops from the sector.
San Antonio June 26 Captain Lewis Siky ienate and two men reached the American line. General Funston learned by telephone from Mrs Morey at tin Tex that she had a wireless message from somewhere in Mexico confirming the contact.
Paso Texas June 26 Pershing's expeditionary force in Mexico is prepared for action if required. About 12,000 troops in strong fighting trim are at El Valle near Colonia Dudlan with good equipment and solid mule trains. A reliable source says Villa has aligned with the de facto government to recruit his followers into Carranza forces.
Fair Haven's Delaware and Hudson ticket office was entered on a Saturday night between 11 and 12. A safe was opened with the combination and mileage books, tickets, and some cash were stolen. A recently discharged New York prisoner, said to have been in Fair Haven, is suspected. Entrance gained via a window and the iron strong box was carried away with damaged stamps.
Laredo Texas June 26 Carranza forces a general out for disobedience and reinstates Gen Emiliano Naffarette now at Tampico unofficial reports say the change followed Ricaut's failure to attack American forces crowding the river. Ranger collision with a British warship at Montauk Point leaves both ships undamaged in fog
Lyndonville June 26 seven men were arrested after a disturbance involving New York men hired to work with strikebreakers tied to the Boston and Maine trackmen dispute. Foreman Steele drew a revolver and blows were exchanged prompting a call to St Johnsbury for help.
A man named Campo was beaten on Cleveland Street Saturday afternoon and taken to a hospital with a scalp wound. Police and State's Attorney Gleason opened an investigation as two men allegedly attacked him after a dispute during a game. Campo was seized, then escaped, but was pursued. another beating occurred before he was helped by a bystander. The incident prompted police inquiries and telephone reports, with possible assailants still at large. Clayton Spencer and Fayette were noted in connection with city business and travel around the time.
The Republican nominee is praised as meeting the Americanism standard and described as incomparably better than Wilson. The report emphasizes firm standing and superior qualities to unite party support.
Theodore Roosevelt formally declines the Progressive party’s presidential nomination and pledges to back Henry Hughes, urging unity in the movement while criticizing the party’s direction. He stresses loyalty to national principles, supporting preparedness and patriotic service as central to American democracy.
Montpelier men and two Barre men enlist in Company 1 VII. Recruits include Hebert Crapo Fred Getchell Wilkes Clark and William J Belute. Text references Sebel at Neribfield and Vermont National Guard plans, continued on fourth page.
Busy with hurried preparations for departure for the Mexican border. Soldiers have taken the oath for federal service for three years or until released.
The 1st regiment Vermont National Guard received orders to entrain for combat with departure time undetermined. Regiment commander Reeves was not informed of destination or exact date. Most guardsmen took the oath of allegiance to the United States and Vermont, with remaining discharged soon. oath outlined three years service under law.
Colonel Reever, army officers and cadet instructors are all called to active service. All equipment and horses have been put into U S service. The camp plan was abandoned as equipment and instructors are deemed more useful in the national service.
The St. Albans branch of the American Red Cross, led by Mrs. Edward C. Smith, offers its services to care for health and comfort of Vermont soldiers sent to Mexico. Secretary Forbes for the Vermont Red Cross accepts. Mrs. Smith to appoint auxiliary committees to assist Company B First Infantry Vermont National Guard and families. planning meeting to be held soon.
Framingham Massachusetts June 20 Guardsmen are entraining today and will probably start for the border before night. Orders came today ordering the Massachusetts men to El Paso 14th Infantry of Brooklyn prepared to go this afternoon Peekskill New York June 26 The 16th Infantry of Brooklyn has received orders to entrain immediately and the officers said they would get away this afternoon.
Weather favored auto travel and the busiest trading day fell on Saturday June 17 as Barre merchants reported the largest six days of business in memory besides two Christmas weeks. Out of town shoppers poured in and hundreds of shoppers spent thousands of dollars. Merchants praised the influx, rebates, and opportunities to meet new customers from distant areas.
Five year old William Lafayette was fatally struck on the head by a heavy cart wheel that fell from a spindle on the barn door as his father, Frank Lafayette, finished milking and was guiding cows. The wheel, unsecure on a peg, crushed the skull and the child died en route to the doctor. Survived by parents, four brothers and a sister. funeral expected Tuesday at St. Monica's Church with interment in Beckley Street Catholic Cemetery.
St Monies Inday School closed for summer as pupils received grade cards and honors. Names include Francis Quinting, Lewis Leary, Aubry Marrion for grade prizes and multiple winners across grades 3 to 7, with numerous honorable mentions. Principal speech urged return after vacation. pupils dismissed after hymn.
William J. Macneil of 25 Maple Grove died Saturday following a short illness. He was stricken Friday morning and removed to City Hospital before death occurred during preparation for an intestinal operation. Survived by wife Gertrude L. Holersen, one daughter Mrs Arthur Pughee, three sons and ten siblings. Funeral arrangements announced, with burial in Chestnut Hill Cemetery.
Nicholas Flood died yesterday at Heaton hospital in Montpelier after a brief illness. He was born March 1842 in Ireland and lived 43 years in the area, employed by the Central Vermont Railway Company. Survived by daughters Mrs Frame Wiener of Berte and Mrs Martin Fe McKiemas, plus others. The funeral and services will be held in Northfield.
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