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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1921
Page
1
President as Boyle cites that U S troops cannot be used in any demonstration that could influence foreign relations. Boston parade canceled without army presence.
President Harding approved army and navy officers directing troops in an evacuation day parade at South Heston after a telegram from John F Harrigan of Boston raised the issue of autocratic rulings. Secretary Christian relayed that naval and military forces cannot participate if the display could affect foreign relations. Hughes Weeks reviewed officers' orders before ruling.
Boston March 17 Germs contained in a letter from Columbus caused smallpox in the opinion of Dr M W Safford Boston health department epidemiologist The patient at the detention hospital recently received a letter from the city where Dr Safford says some cases of the disease exist Also report notes Irish parade decorations and official ceremonies with Gov Cox and Mayor Peters attending and two squares named in memory of Charles OConnor and Raymond Flaherty
In Montpelier today an Anvil meeting of the waters section opened with MG Moree, the tax commissioner, speaking about registration cards and new laws. George Tupper and L McKee discussed duties, with questions answered. Attendees included Miss Mary Aldrich, Melvin Maurice, Janes of Randolph, and Langiden meadow noted as unavailable. The event touched on landing sites for an airplane near the city and reports of troop movements and state services.
Two railroad workers were killed and nine injured in a collision between a freight train and a work train on the Midland division of the New Haven railroad in Norwood Massachusetts. Homer L. Scott of New Haven died from injuries after being pinned and scalded. Giovanni Nerardinelli of Franklin was killed by debris. Nine taken to Massachusetts General Hospital, one severely hurt.
France Italy Japan and Great Britain agreed to postpone payment of Austria's loan under the Saint Germain treaty and to avert starvation by delaying capital and interest payments. The Allies pledged no demand for repayment as Austria faces famine after the armistice.
In San Diego on March 17 a $100,000 alienation suit verdict favored Mrs Irene M Moln in superior court. She sued Mme Kathe rerine Tingly a theosophenealer claiming the theosophist alienated her husband Dr George F Mohn.
Boston announces a spring cleanup led by Deputy Health Commissioner Thor to marshal private citizens and the health department in a joint effort. He stresses prompt, thorough work to finish the campaign on schedule and impress inspectors and police with the city’s progress.
The Bureau of Public Roads disclosed tentative allocations totaling about 22 million for road and bridge construction and maintenance in the current year. States listed include New York Pennsylvania Vermont with corresponding funding figures and sources noted as state aid and federal support.
London March 17 AP Andrew Bonar Law lord of the privy seal resigned from the cabinet citing health reasons He also retired from the government leadership in the House of Commons leaving a vacancy in top leadership roles and signaling a cabinet shake up without detailing successors.
Spaulding High School basketball team leaves Central Vermont depot for Medford to compete in the New England championship at Tufts College Goddard gym. Captain Winston Brown and teammates Dorytng Stayton Tierney O Leary plus coach Ross and manager Perry travel with the squad as one of 16 Massachusetts and Vermont teams vying for the title.
The Vermont Senate debated H. 30 seeking to set chiropractic standards. Senator Slayton opposed the bill two years after leading the fight against it. MH Alexander of St. Albans supported it, aiming to require four annual nine month courses in an approved chiropractic college and 4100 hours of work, with many applicants present and heated exchanges during the hearing at the State House.
Middlebury triumphs over the University of Vermont in a local debate last night on the resolution that European immigration into the United States should be further restricted by federal action. Middlesbury took the affirmative side.
Mrs. Cam p widow of Mile Camp of Chelsea died in Concord New Hampshire. Adatord, No BL. Maret Bf Kamina Camp widow of Mile Ko Camp of Chelene Vi died yesterday at the home of five women Clyde F Camp in the city. Muriel will be at Enerta aulph Vermont
A chaotic report notes trials and testimonies in a local case involving a grocer helper and city officials. Mary Meffer travels to Barre for a funeral, while others are mentioned in a broad set of community actions and incidents.
A transcription fragment reports a death at Burtington Hospital Sil, with unclear details about circumstances. The legible text mentions arrival, a location called Lime, and a person named Verena in a partial phrase.
A Burlington native, Rear Admiral Henry Z. Mayo, retired from the Navy, addressed a full House of Representatives with a patriotic speech. He presented the Sons of the American Revolution war medals to peers from World War I, with several lawmakers receiving honors, and praised veterans and wartime service while urging preparedness and lessons from history.
In probate court Donald Smith's will was filed for prebate. The document appears incomplete with several garbled phrases but indicates a formal filing to contest or validate the will. Local authorities plan proceedings this week to determine validity and estate disposition.
Olive R Ayers Perry born Plainfield July 12 1848 widow of William A Perry died at 1 pm at her home 108 Washington Street after more than two years of illness. Fourteen children were born. six survive Claytan Perry St Johnsbury Martha Bianchart Williamstown Glen Perry Barre Tom Perry Omaha Ned Leple Perry Minneapolis and Mrs Byron Wright Barre. Funeral arrangements to be announced.
The Vermon t S A R E election meeting of the Society of the American Revolution convened yesterday at 2 PM in the Montpelier State House reception room. Officers and various committee members were requested for the joint assembly of the House and Senate to elect officers and plan historic commemorations.
The Easter sale by the Ladies of the Congregational Church drew a large crowd after morning clouds cleared, raising 26 for church work. Booths offered aprons, candy, fancywork, and domestic items, with afternoon tea and a 175-person supper praised for its quality and spring decor. The event featured music by Spaulding High School girls and was led by Mrs. F. Inson and Mrs. F. AL McCarthy.
The American region clubhouse on Church street hosted a joint Legion club and women's auxiliary social last evening. About 200 attendees enjoyed a varied program with Carroll's Orchestra, soloists including Mrs Neil Hooker, Max Fisher, and Miss Hiena Bartori. The event featured dancing, reading, and a concurrent games and music area, with refreshments served as the social club opened to all.
A garbled piece notes a birthday of a man at 88, mentioning Randolph Hat Wemdhal and Beville. The readable text references a quiet celebration past and mentions a tree and peetes with unclear context. The fragmentary note centers on a birthday event and associated personal names with no clear date.
The Vermont House debated salary raises for probate judges and a five percent town tax mandate for deficits. Key speakers defended home rule and state control of municipal affairs as amendments moved to restore shall. The session also passed measures on insurance company taxation, vote recounts, and Readsboro bridge aid, with Senate actions on education salary and other bills pending.
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