24 Mar 1921
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1921
Page
1
Fierce clashes erupt as communist fighters confront police across several German cities. Many people are reported killed in the chaotic confrontations, with authorities declaring a state of emergency as security forces attempt to quell the violence. Authorities are investigating the scale of the casualties and the parties involved.
Reports from central Germany describe escalating communist disturbances in Saxony and Hamburg. Towns like Hettstedt face raiding and flight, while Hamburg’s Blohm and Voss yard and several banks are seized or attacked. Police crackdowns follow as towns report injuries and continued clashes.
In Vambasy civilians attacked police near the Vulcan shipyard aiming to disarm officers. Police fired, used grenades, and armored cars were deployed as rioting spread through Heilgengmist field. Report notes casualties and ongoing security operations amid clashes with communist demonstrators.
A garbled OCR fragment outlines property loss and mentions several names and places in a confused sequence. Key entities include Tevin Sarre, Mariae Tah Vie, and Denver, with references to property, pressure, and various unclear events. Further readable details are limited.
Athens reports 120000 Greek troops launching an offensive against Turkish nationalists in Asia Minor. Turkish forces are smaller in numbers but well supplied. Greeks aim to seize key positions along the Bagdad railway area with expectations of advancing east of Smyrna. Beit Teh French and Italian forces in the Near East are not expected to join the campaign.
Washington reports say officials gave no clear comment on resuming trade with Russia following the Soviet message to President Harding and a plan to send a delegation to negotiate an agreement. Indications point to interest in a Russian appeal while Washington weighs policy under the new administration and the broader aims behind the appeal.
The steamer City of Goboming, after breaking up near Dighs Neck, lost her mast and took water in heavy swells. Captain Refflaser and 30 crew members were rescued as the engine room failed. The ship grounded near Colomb, bearing to St Dolin, NB.
A Montpelier report lists Deputy A. Smith visiting Burlington to place George Reynolds on probation breach charges. Reynolds to Chelan for hearing. Charles H. Crockinham travels to Berlin to attend a state electrical engravers event. Citizens arrive for an evening Bailey bell date and related parish activities.
The Allied Reparations Commission delivered a note to the German delegation demanding payment of 20,009,000 gold marks by May 1 or face penalties. The note urged swift transmission to Berlin and cited article 235 of the peace treaty, while Germany disputed the valuation and asserted it already owed less than the twenty billion marks.
Washington March 24 all papers in the war department relating to the case of Grover Cleveland Bergdoll vacated American draft dodger now in Germany were transmitted to the state department today at the direction of Secretary Weeks with the request that they be considered from an international viewpoint.
Columbus march 21 an action seeks to define the authority of the federal railroad labor bond in ruling that railroads cannot cut wages until after employee conference. lawyers Walton and Peter argued for 1200 workers from four subsidiary lines of the New York Central system led by Jewell of the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees. The suit asks the court to interpret the bond's powers.
Washington DC reports the War Department struggles to distribute victory medals to service members who served in the Germany war. Twenty four officers survey recipients and navigate mass denials totaling about 1.5 million rejections, with roughly 4 million likely affected by the policy.
Local chatter from Winston Hott and Godard seminary circles recounts travel to Derby, Mine, Northfield and Barre for Easter recess. The piece lists students, faculty, and residents visiting relatives in Boston, Miami, Burlington, Detroit, Norwicht, and nearby towns, noting arrivals, departures, and community events.
Secretary Mellon announced March income and profits tax collection met fiscal year expectations. He noted total revenue up to the latest period and stated the figures were fully in line with projections, reflecting steady enforcement and compliance.
The article outlines anticipated congressional actions in the House including anti-dumping concerns, protective measures for maternity, veteran relief, government reorganization, and various legislative priorities. It notes expected leadership discussions and the need for committee work to advance bills across departments.
Baltimore March 24 James Cardinal Gibbons archbishop of Baltimore and primate of the American Catholic Church died today after a prolonged illness. He passed peacefully at 11 84 A.M. in the archbishopric residence.
Washington March 24 representatives of the packing industry and steam employers who reached an agreement to avert a threatened strike were congratulated today by President Harding on the amicable settlement of the first big labor problem faced by the administration. The packers and employes committees on the White House by Secretary Hyde and Hoover, who acted with them into negotiations, and by Samuel Gompers, AFL president, who called it a great public service. Gompers’ first White House visit since the administration change pleased the president, and he expressed belief the agreement would lead to better understanding between the packers and their employees.
March 24 report from Halifax notes the Mayflower remains under construction and may be readied for the season. Officials expect launching soon with Boston interests watching keenly to qualify for the international fishing cup. Captain J Heute Larkin eyed as prospective skipper. rival schooners build nearby.
A string of short notices lists candidates seeking work at Red Cross pharmacy and Crown drug store with others arriving in Northampton students and staff preparing for Easter holidays. George Leng from Waterbury and James Mackey returning to Boston are noted among moves. Rose Tomasi a Smith College senior arrives to visit family, while Al Messier accompanies a friend to Montresses for a brief stay. The piece describes a social gathering at the Md Fellows' ball, prize whist, and local talk of duties, vacation plans, and pastorate duties.
The Vermont House approved an amended Haven bill 407 permitting home fortune telling and clairvoyance while barring public prohibition. Debate centered on licensing, with supporters citing a Plainfield girl’s case and opponents fearing broad bans on mystic practices. The measure also moved toward other rural concerns and budget actions ahead of adjournment.
The debate centers on an annual $100,000 for the bicentennial period, reduced from $110,000. Amendments shift totals to $110,000 for 1922 and $140,400 overall, passing with little opposition. Publicity funding provokes contention as Gov Hartness’s $30,000 appropriation is defended against cuts.
George A. Brown, a former clerk of the closed Barre Savings Bank, pleaded guilty in Barre city court to embezzling 207 dollars. Judge B Le Soult fined him 800 dollars with an alternative sentence in the house of correction, Brown claiming permission from the bank’s former president for the credit and that he had given a note to cover the amount, which he says he later paid. He was placed in custody to ensure payment of the fine.
Lester Frank White age 62 died at his daughter Mrs R Boyce's Bolton road home after Brights disease. He leaves wife Mildred Shores and children Carrall, Gordon, Beulah White and George White. He moved to Waterbury a decade ago, worked at GK Moody milk farm and then at the local creamery before illness. Funeral Saturday at 1 pm at the Boyce home with Rev George He Locke officiating and burial in Stowe.
A Vermone district highway commission conference will precede the selection of a new highway commissioner by the new highway commission. The 12 district men may only seven be reappointed. The meeting was held yesterday morning as plans proceed to Montpeliir for executive action.
Mrs Flora Howton plans a visit. Edith Little of Goddard Seminary returns home for holidays. George and Mrs Pines travel to their home in Were Prairie. Miss Marion Willey, college student, visits her mother during Easter recess. several locals expected at relatives' homes.
Immediate strike orders were issued by the Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association for engineers on Atlantic coast towboats after wage cuts, affecting about 2,400 workers with 160 boats possibly joining. most boats are at sea, with disruptions to coal and oil shipments to New England and coastal regions.
Michael Kerse and Bernard Starr of Barre appeared in Washington County Court at Montpelier today charged with robbery in the case of Fred Brown who was allegedly rolled on a side tree. Bail set at 500 dollars in exercise remains furnished. The state case may await the John Spaulding administrator suit against Mutual Life Insurance Co. concluding.
Several townspeople are listed starting new jobs at Adams Co stores in Northfield and Albany. Mary Te Gongo begins millinery work at Adams Co. The Barry Candy Kitchen staff members move to Adams Co. A land sale at South Barre involves A L Pierne and Miner L Lewis. A GIS meeting is planned to discuss current tax revenues and city advertisements. The Times notes social arrivals and late eve arrivals at Berhamn with memories of Minty.
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