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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1916
Page
1
President Wilson warns that if Carranza does not release American prisoners and produce a diplomatic statement of his objectives by Thursday, he will take the matter to Congress. The note stresses urgency and potential congressional action.
Washington reports indicate a US response if Mexican forces do not release captured American cavalrymen within 48 hours. Officials await Carranza's reply while the War Department accelerates border National Guard mobilization. Carranza's stance remains uncertain. state department has no confirmation. Congress faces potential joint session if escalation occurs.
El Paso June 27 evidence grows that war with the United States would end the rift between Villa and Carranza factions as more than ten former Villa supporters, wealthy Mexicans, crossed into Mexico and rallied to the de facto government. Handbills in Spanish circulate asserting Villa has pledged to back the government if a break with the United States occurs, in Juarez and the Mexican quarter of Eb en.
Mexico City reports Foreign Minister Aguilar accusing the United States of perfidy and stirringCroope along the border with hostile aims. He asserts Mexico seeks peace but will fight if forced, warning the Americas of U S aggression and pledging vigilance across Latin nations.
Fragmentary report mentions John Wilton and others, with references to Chibiae te Mexico and a 27 June date. Describes cavalry movement and alleged misconduct by authorities, notes suspicions of attempted coercion or suppression of prisoners, and hints at punitive measures and ongoing tension.
Chicago June 27 Progressives vote 31 to 1 against a third ticket and endorse Charles E. Hughes for president. The Kansas option to replace Roosevelt failed 2 to 6 with nine declining. Hughes welcomed Progressive support and criticized the current administration. Sacramento June 2 California Governor Johnson to back Hughes citing his record.
Roosevelt has accepted Hughes invitation to dine with the Republican presidential nominee at his hotel in New York at 7 30 oclock tomorrow night. The announcement was learned today.
French forces recaptured another trench section at Thiaumont in Verdun, with ongoing actions around Fleury. Allied planes dropped 65 shells on German ships near the Belgian coast as artillery exchanges continued north of Verdun and along the Meuse. Belgian reports note intense artillery actions near Nieuport, Dixmude, and Steenstraete.
On June 27 Landon reports the second day of Roger Casement's trial shows little public interest and Casement acts casual, bored when not chatting with guards. Police witnesses reiterate testimony from the prior hearing, noting southern Ireland residents armed themselves and distrusted authorities to protect them from Ulster volunteers.
Fragmentary text suggests discussions involving Bryan and President Wilson on a regional issue. The note mentions Bryan’s reluctance to act now and Wilson’s sympathy for potential action, with emphasis on avoiding premature statements before a conference.
Washington June 5 Cabinet met briefly over the Mexican situation. Secretary Lansing announced plans to pursue changes in policy, saying the situation would be addressed with new measures.
Fragmentary obituary style notice notes Meg Clarente Skinner, professor, with ties to Crane Theologica setuel and Mediard Maen, and mentions Procterevilly Covendee. It states three will be held at a church in Vermont, with references to St Albans and June 2.
Berlin reports marked activity along the Pramcobergian front held by the Huntieh and the northern sector of the French army. Entente forces conduct numerous leaf weed by the entente fores, with artillery fire on the German lines described as intensely active in the vicinity of the vmeme according to the war office announcement.
Reported by Kevin on June 1 German forces claim range of gains south of Selul. General Von Lanningen allegedly repelled counterattack as enemy forces were seen in disrupted positions and several units reported to have shifted.
In a wartime move 35,000 personnel are set for departure to the eastern states. The Department orders indicate readiness or immediate departure before nightfall as Massachusetts and other states prepare for transfer amid shifting defense plans.
General Wood moves the Department of the Militia to the Mexican border amid urgent War Department remands for troops to relieve regulars in New York. Massachusetts Vermont regiments join 20,400 soldiers from New York Pennsylvania New Jersey and Connecticut on alert, with 15,000 more from Maine New Hampshire Delaware Maryland DC Virginia and Florida ordered to the border.
In Framingham Massachusetts on June 27 the 6th infantry regiment of the Massachusetts militia pulled out at 11 10 p m bound for Paso Texas singing Were on Our Way to Mexico Brig Gen Leroy Sweetser and staff rode the first section as a large crowd cheered godspeed trains run via Boston Albany line and expected to reach El Paso Saturday evening followed by hospital and ambulance units en route to entrain after the infantry departed.
Hurried preparations in El Paso as about 20 000 guardsmen are expected to arrive this week, joining 5 000 troops already stationed. The plan includes housing and rations for 25 000 men, with Fort Bliss hosting 5 000 and 3 000 on city sites. General Bell commands the district and notes water mains and sewers are ready for immediate setup.
Prominent Yale athletes join the recruiting effort for border duty. FS Bash, a junior first baseman, enlisted yesterday and will report for active service soon. Whetrus, baseball pitcher, and Harry, football captain, reached New Haven and plan to enlist shortly. Walden, a large quarterback, went on duty yesterday.
A passenger steamer Ville de Medrid carrying 53 passengers escaped Merceure after a fire was opened on the vessel. French steamer Vourert and Cendiit were also reported damaged in the incident near Montreherres with two other ships sustaining minor hits.
Vermont National Guard units began mobilization after president order on Monday June 19. The First Cavalry squadron under Wallace Batchelder led the march to the train with Community to depart from Fort thah Allen, Montpelier Junction, and Besex Junction. Recruits not yet armed remained behind in Vermont under Captain G. gland of Rutland as the supply train moved ahead. Officials praised the regiment's efficiency in an inspection by Col. John J. Chamberlain.
Rutland June 27. Two Vermont National Guard sergeants married in a camp setting. Alfred Onters of Rutland wed Ruth Person, daughter of Mr and Mrs Meren Person of Rutland, as Charles H. Caswell of Essex Junction wed Kathryn Gordon of Essex June. The ceremony at Capt Hyland's tent drew Company A and relatives as autos lit the area. Judge F M Watler witnessed. officiating Rev W A Davison of the Vermont Baptist state convention.
St Johnsbury June 27 E and T Fair banks and Co notify employers that past year end employees who had remained in service and who had received full half pay must complete required returns by December 31. Mr Flattash-tiew will manage disbursements and collections for timely payment of due sums.
George Shackett a 12 year old boy died after being struck by an automobile owned and driven by J Lindley Hall in Burlington on Colchester Avenue near Mary Fletcher hospital Hill. He jumped into the road while playing with a stick and died from internal injuries shortly after arrival at the hospital. He was the son of Mrs Frank Porter of 142 Colchester Avenue and the family’s funeral plans were not set last evening.
Washington June 27 Congress faced bills on Army pay and National Guard support. Estimates total 88 million for state troops through January 1 plus 13 million for horses and mules. House added 26 million emergency funds. Senate draft amends will return to the House. President Wilson thanked employers permitting National Guard service without salary loss.
James J. McKenzie of Aberdeen Scotland born May 10 1876 died at 36 Marple Avenue yesterday. A granite cutter who emigrated in 1905 he worked for CW McMillan & Son and belonged to Clan Gordon Rang ers football club and granite cutters union. Survived by father George in Aberdeen and a brother with the British forces in France. Former president of St Andrew's club funeral Wednesday at 2 pm at home Rev Edgar Crossland First Presbyterian officiating interment at Hope Cemetery.
Charles Tucker of Tunbridge, probably mentally unbalanced, slashed his throat from ear to ear with lamp chimney fragments in a jail cell at the house of correction. Guards found him. Dr. Gebhardt sewed the wound. Tucker was placed in the prison hospital under guard.
A note on the rapid spread of curbside gasoline stations amid growing automobile use. The piece urges careful city planning to avoid obstructing streets and utilities and to determine safe, orderly distribution of stations without blocking traffic or telegraph and electric lines.
The Interstate Commerce Commission in Washington ordered the transcontinental railroads to revise east to west rates by September 1 20. Rates to the Pacific must not be lower than those to intermediate points due to wartime disruptions and the war condition.
Rutland June 27 W Henry Lester a well known farmer living on the Pittsford road north of Rutland died last night from injuries after an automobile collision on the curve near the iron bridge four miles south of Middlebury. The Hudson driven by J W Richards of Rutland with Mrs Lester and Mrs Richards as passengers struck the bridge side snapping a girder and throwing Lester from the rear seat. He died at Rutland hospital of a fractured skull and extensive injuries.
In Windsor Vermont Mrs Florence Flint formerly of Albany New York and her husband Edward Flint were involved in a narcotics case. Florence withdrew a plea of guilty after arguing the indictment did not state a U S offense. She was released with a homebound ticket to Albany New York where friends awaited. Edward Flint was sentenced to the government prison in Atlanta. The case highlighted narcotics possession versus intent to sell as per Supreme Court rulings. The proceedings followed circuit court rulings in New York and the Windsor session. The pair had been held in jail during winter and treated for narcotics abuse before trial. The outcome left Florence awaiting further sentencing and offered a return home pending further call.
Fragmentary report describes a Barre meeting of the Lenlint association where officers were nominated and elected for several months. Names listed include John rele, Aecep D. WW, secretary emer Smart, and Wilhew Mellonsid, with mentions of treasurer Silvie Le Cent and other attendees.
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