03 Mar 1919
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1919
Page
1
Paris reports state the reparations committee estimates enemies owe Allied powers about 24 billion pounds. France insists on immediate payment of one billion pounds with portions in gold materials and foreign securities. Remainder to be paid over 25 to 35 years.
London remarks on Marshal Foch terms for Germany, urging strong frontier guarantees for France and a ring of free states from the Baltic to the Adriatic. It stresses Eastern Europe buffers, safer navigation, and Arab and Armenian frontiers, with American support welcomed.
Thomas P. Biewitt, one of six Brooklyn Rapid Transit officials and employees, faced trial in Mineola for manslaughter following a rain wreck that killed nearly 100 people. A jury panel of several hundred was assembled for the case.
Philadelphia report states Chaclee FE Van Loan, renowned humorist and sports writer, died yesterday at a hospital in Abington near Philadelphia after a brief illness. He was 43, survived by wife and two children, who were at his bedside.
Reports from the Polish German frontier say German forces renewed assaults after three days of quiet. In Massachusetts, textile workers strike in Lawrence enters fifth week with 48 hour work demands. state board mediations attempt settlement while mills report partial operation.
Democratic leaders in the Senate withdrew their objection to seating Truman H. Newberry of Michigan while his contested election is investigated. Newberry is set to be seated in the next session, with investigation to follow. London conference on seamen adjourns to Parke amid dispute over sending a committee to the peace conference and American opposition to joining the commission.
Three men entered the Peabody residence and fatally wounded Louis Raphael in a robbery attempt as they demanded money. Steve Thoms, a roommate, was wounded but not seriously hurt. Police say no loot was secured though valuables valued over £2400 were in the house.
President Wilson pledges federal aid to states and local governments, saying the nation serves as a servant to the states while addressing labor and peace time adjustments. Labor Secretary Wilson warns Seattle and other strikes mirror social and political aims, urging coordinated efforts to restore normal conditions and raise living standards.
The speaker appeals to an international sympathy among unions and peoples, urging conference participants to recognize themselves as servants of 700 million people. He emphasizes that united effort and public counsel can improve lives, collaboration, and the labor process through cooperative methods and shared aims.
The U S Supreme Court today sustained federal rulings convicting Abraham L San of Minneapolis for espionage related acts. Justice Brandeis stated no constitutional questions were involved and the court had no jurisdiction to dismiss the proceedings.
Norwich sophomores from Forts and Northfield gathered Saturday evening at the Hotel Barre for a banquet. Architect William Adams of Chelsea served as toastmaster as speeches from Mayer Kapeller Glen Narre Dein and others followed, with a Norwich orchestra providing music. The event ended with sentiment for a repeat in the near future.
Washington March record notes President Wilson signed a bill validating and authorizing payment of more than two and a half billion dollars in war contracts and confirms the Rivers and Harbors appropriation of thirty three million dollars. The article mentions events in Düsseldorf and Cologne with political turmoil and arrests of a Spartan dictator figure, Schmidehenk, and the disarming of his followers.
Washington March 3 The Senate judiciary committee agreed to take no action on legislation to enforce wartime prohibition set to be effective July 1 The committee said there was no chance for passage this session Alleged to Have Been Sent to Belgium Charges Investigated Washington March 3 A Calder resolution directing the Senate agricultural committee to investigate charges that wholesale food was shipped to Belgium by the Belgian relief commission was adopted today without objection or debate Washington March 9 The federal trade commission investigation into milk related matters was provided for review today by the Senate
Dr Miles born January 2 1820 in Hinesburg practiced in Williston from 1843. He served as town officer and state militia examiner, held Masons Odd Fellows and medical society roles, retired from general practice in 1900, survived by wife and children. Funeral in Hinesburg with burial in family lot.
A three year search ends with the arrest of Joseph P. Newberger in Chicago for a $0,000 antique jewelry theft from the Ida V. E. Noyes Memorial. he was caught at a U.S. Shipping Board recruiting office after denying involvement and claiming a recent army discharge. The burglary happened at night in December 1915, with a vase of browhee necklets entirine and coins taken. The report notes the context of other local news including a wedding in which Walith Fr. Watson married Herbert F. Harp at the bride’s home with the ceremony performed by Ter. Ridgar Crossland. The couple planned to reside in Richmond, Indiana.
A burglar entered Dr. C G Stickneys home while the family was away and stole Sunday school money believed to be between two and eight one dollars. The intruder bypassed a window and explored the house, unsuccessfully attempting the safe before fleeing as police investigated a string of post Christmas breaks.
Granite workers in Quincy rejected a settlement proposal at a Saturday meeting. They seek an eight hour day with an eight hour day wage rate of 64 cents per hour, while manufacturers offer seven cents and arbitration on the remaining raise. Barre conference members approved the manufacturer committee’s report. Concord, March 3. Quarry workers threaten work stoppage until demands for a ten cent hourly increase are granted.
Arrangements have been made for a banquet to honor General Clarence R. Edwards at Hotel Barre on Tuesday March 11 after the exercises in the opera house. Tickets are limited and applications should be made to A Phelps B Gladding or V Bowen. Also notice of Bernard William Corcoran's death, his career, survivors, and funeral details in Barre. Alleged discoveries at Great Lakes Naval Station prompt a Navy investigation.
Barre Vermont faces a quieter race with only three alderman contests and a reduced voting list of 2417 as citizen candidates compete in wards one three and five. Mayor Glyscon is expected to win renomination without opposition while other city offices proceed to re elections.
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