15 Mar 1915
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1915
Page
1
The British steamers Florazan Headlands and Hartdale, torpedoed by German submarines, have sunk according to a Royal Navy announce. Earlier reports hoped they might reach a port after being attacked within the last two days by German raiders.
London reports a heavy enemy counter attack repulsed with prisoner losses stated near ten thousand over three days. The War Office notes successful British bombardment of Westende and major gains at Neuve Chapelle, Crests on the Avenne front, and trenches captured south of Neuve Chapelle with several officers among prisoners.
Berlin says French assaults near Neuve Chapelle and in Champagne were repelled by German fire with heavy losses. Weather improved in the Vouges aiding near siege lines as French artillery and infantry engagements continued along contest zones south of Seasia and Lee Meenil with limited gains reported.
A garbled OCR snippet references lifeboats ready and Liverpool, with scattered phrases about teams and observers. The readable text centers on maritime readiness and partial mentions of locations and people, but the overall meaning remains unclear.
The campaign shifts in Galicia aim to lift the Calician fortress siege as Austro German forces redeploy center westward. Greek Premier Venizelos allegedly offered 9 000 troops for Dardanelles prior to resignation, and Bulgaria weighs joining the war. Turkish leadership faces pressure in Constantinople while French and British actions in Champagne Argonne Neuve Chapelle suggest a spring general offensive edging forward.
The declaration bans daily shipping from German ports and seizes goods of German origin destined from neutral ports. It cuts off the German civilian population from overseas traffic within Allied reach, as announced today.
British and French cruisers patrol the Virginia capes waiting to trap the F R German destroyer Eitel Friedrich if she ventures to sea again. An Anglo-Patagonian officer said the ship was warned by a British cruiser and reduced speed for three days. A final wireless message warned the destroyer to “never come out alive” if she tries the Atlantic again.
Washington March 16 reports show House Chairman Fitzgerald and Rep Gillett agreeing that last session's appropriations totalled 1 115 021 400 with additional appropriations of 63 700 000 deemed essential and that a deficit is probable. They clash over tariff policy and wartime financing as the country faces fiscal strain.
A blaze swept a residence on Le sington Street leaving two men dead. Fire officials say the fire started in the kitchen and quickly spread through the dwelling. Investigators have not released identities or a cause. Neighbors reported hearing explosions as flames engulfed the building. Firefighters struggled to reach the second floor before the structure collapsed. The scene drew a crowd as authorities cordoned off the block and began a preliminary examination of the scene.
Dense smoke from a fire in a Seventh Avenue subway construction zone drove hundreds from nearby hotels. The blaze, caused by a worker's drill striking a power cable, spread through wooden planking and took about two hours to control. The network of wires worsened the inferno and disrupted Broadway area traffic.
New York March 15 Arguments on Harry K Thaws motion to direct the estate to send him back to New Hampshire for trial on conspiracy to escape from a state hospital will be heard in the supreme court this afternoon He seeks to prove insanity at the time and thus prevent return to Mattenwan instead of removal to New Hampshire If denied the next move would be a habeas corpus application
Funeral services for Mrs John D Rockefeller took place at the Pocantico Hills estate with family, close friends, and estate workers present. Afterward the body was placed in Sleepy Hollow cemeteries vault while decisions were made whether to bury at Pocantico Hills or Cleveland. services featured organ music, hymns, violin solos, and a prayer, with telegrams of condolences arriving from across the country.
A fragmented OCR note describes a close call where vehicle machinery saved two autoists from injury. The text mentions a fort and machine operation but readability is limited and names or precise details are unclear. The item reads like a brief public short notice or accident blurb from a historical report.
Lincoln Beachey, famed daredevil aviator, died during an exhibition at the Panama-Pacific Exposition in San Francisco. His monoplane’s wings collapsed from about 2,000 to 3,000 feet, plunging into San Francisco Bay in full view of thousands. Rescue efforts by launches and a battleship crew recovered his body near the government docks. Born 1887 in San Francisco, Beachey had stunned crowds with aerial feats since 1905, including loop-the-loops and upside-down spirals, and was considered a premier American airman of his era.
A chaotic incident at a motel on West Street ends in a fatal shooting of Charis Miller. The assailant is reported to have fired a weapon from a creaking drawer. Officers attempted to detain a suspect at the scene but the situation escalated and the assailant collapsed. Police are pursuing leads and reviewing security footage.
Fragmentary text hints at a cryptic event or dialogue with unclear names and terms. It mentions beer, a freed entity, and a sequence of odd word fragments that resemble a puzzle or coded message. Further readable context is needed for clarity.
Mayor elect James H. Fenderson and Alderman elect George F. Albrecht refused the oath, triggering a new election. The council opposed Fenderson for city clerk, backing Ernest H. Merrill amid rival names like Myron A. Willsbury. Edgar H. Minot will act as mayor until a new election. Penderson ran on a Republican ticket.
Salvatore Littore pleaded guilty to breach of the peace in Montpelier city court after a Central Vermont yard altercation with section hands. He received a 30 day county jail sentence. Littore had a head wound requiring two stitches, with two companions fleeing as police arrived. An interpreter assisted jurors in learning more before arraignment and plea.
J C Stewart of Burlington captured the state checkerboard trophy from Barre after a series against David Stepson. The finals produced two draws and one Stewart win, with seven victories for Stewart and eight draws across the 20-game schedule. Enthusiasts packed Carpenters Hall to watch the contest and chart moves as Stewart, initially ahead by a 20 forfeiture, held firm against Stepson’s late resistance. Rumor suggests Barre may challenge Stewart next, with Stewart seeking inscription among past champions.
At a meeting of tool sharpeners branch No 2 on Saturday evening the proposed settlement from the manufacturers was rejected quickly. A commuter representing engineers and manufacturers said an understanding was reached and pending guaranteed work the bill may be signed. Granite cutters reported no new developments and officials prepared the strike payroll for headquarters. The strike committee awaits further information from Quincy before any action.
Nelson J. Ballard and H. G. Woodruff form a general agency partnership for Vermont with the Pennsylvania Mutual Life Insurance Co of Philadelphia. Ballard, long tied to Vermont’s life insurance field, and Woodruff, a Barre business and civic leader, plan to expand the company’s statewide presence and establish agencies in principal Vermont centers.
James M Beckett of Montpelier died at his Ridge Street home from bronchial illness after a six year nerve disease. Born December 15, 1849 in Williamstown, he was son of William Beckett and Martha Simonds. Survived by wife Mary Chick Beckett, brother Frank Beckett of Washington and three sisters in Washington and Vermont. Funeral Wednesday at 2:30 PM from the Montpelier home.
Angus McAeley, one of the oldest men in the city, dies at home on Baptist Street after a long illness. He had lived in Williametown for more than two years. He leaves a daughter, Christie McAnter, and a son Angus McAuley. A brother, Melesse MeAgies, resides in Winslow, FQ.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Sunday stroll with Mewes TL and Moreh about an hour, mentioning a reader and a book titled Perum Weeds. The text is garbled, with scattered phrases about creatures, a comet, and a meeting, ending with unclear references to beverages and people.
The funeral for Eugene A. Cerusi, a marble stone carver, occurred Sunday evening at Hope Chapel after a service at his home on Serer street. Pallbearers included A. Nemgwonetti and J. Latkes. interment followed at Hope Cemetery. Family and friends attended a brief gathering. wreaths and charity funds were noted in the proceedings.
Speculation swirls over final adjournment while weeks promising hearings and busy bills. Speaker Weeks hopes to finish by April 1 though ongoing bill flow dampens expectations. Workmen’s compensation moves forward in Senate, primary bill watched as party pledge. Clarke Fitts to address con servation. judiciary to review court-procedure report. corporations panel night hearing planned. State House committee probes needed addition. calendar light with two bills. Perry memorial appropriation and district court bills also on the slate. Senate to meet tonight with limited agenda.
Mrs Annie Scott wife of the late John Scott died at her daughter's home at 4 Maple Avenue Saturday night at 10 o'clock after several days illness. She leaves a daughter and a son William Scott of Waverly Massachusetts and a large family including three brothers and a mother in Scotland. Born in Maedull she was about 20 years in Scotland and had been in Quincy since returning from Paris. The funeral will be held at 9:30 a.m. with services at 2 p.m. at the church after which the body will be sent by railroad to her former home for burial. Interest will be tendered before the body’s departure.
Fragmentary OCR text references a Masonic ritual and names individuals such as Fred W Dereon and A. M. Attended events at a ceremony. The legible parts describe a gathering with references to locations and attendees, but many words are garbled, leaving the core details of ritual description and participants uncertain.
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