Italy Hangs Back as War Looms Yet Again
Despatches from Rome indicate Italy has not yet taken the final step toward war with Austria-Hungary though the Chamber of Deputies has granted full authority. Censorship tightens and Rome dispatches are delayed. A Geneva report says an ultimatum may be sent today with war declared by week’s end. Austrian German forces in Galicia reportedly incur heavy losses, up to 10,000 men daily over three weeks, with substantial share of their strength gone. The Dardanelles clash continues with high intensity and deadly encounters.
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Rome
Italy
Austria-Hungary
Geneva
Austria
Galicia
Dardanelles
French Chamber Adopts Measure Granting Government Full Powers
May 21 report details the French Chamber of Deputies voting to confer full powers on the government amid turmoil. The session heard 482 deputies present with 600 total, war sentiment strongest among military figures and diplomats including the American ambassador. The trawler St Just story and wartime tension color the chaotic coverage as the chamber applauded the king and leaders while absentees and illness affected attendance.
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Tome
Via
Parla
Chamber of Deputies
London
St. Just
Ara
Ter
Dartmouth Yeaterte
Chamber of
Arviver
Tiputins
Glenn
Sevienca
Diplometic
Thomas Detec
Repulsed Attack In Ailly Wood Gains Ground
Ailly wood repels an assault, taking several trenches and capturing prisoners while conserving the ground gained.
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Ailly
Heavy cannonading on Gallipoli neck
London dispatch from Reuters cites fierce fighting near the Gallipoli peninsula neck as allied ships Queen Elizabeth and supporting vessels bombard from the Gulf of Saros while Turkish troops from Aivali move toward the Dardanelles. Athens reports British reward for German submarine destruction rising to 810,000.
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London
Cubling
Athens
Reuter Telegram Company
Gallipoli Peninsula
Gulf of Saros
Cruier
Sultan Selim
Goeben
Sea of Marmara
Aivali
Asia Minor
Dardanelles
Mediterranean
Vatican diplomats depart after immunity suspension decree
London May 21 report from Rome says Premier Satandea secured the royal signature on a decree suspending diplomatic immunity of Austrian and German ambassadors to the Vatican. They leave tomorrow.
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London
Rome
Exchange Telegraph Company
Satandea
Vatican
British offer explanation clarifies American ship policy
London May 1 The foreign office issued a memorandum to correct what it sees as misunderstanding of Britain's attitude toward American ships and cargoes on neutral bottoms detained under the order in council. It added that cotton cargoes bought under the cotton agreement have all been purchased by the government and that final payment requires ownership proof and the proper papers.
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London
Great Britain
Foreign Office
Hope of neutrality gone in Italy war move
London reports that on May 21 the Italian Chamber granted the government extraordinary powers in case of war. The vote signals a commitment to war, with heightened enthusiasm and anxiety across Italy as the crisis deepens.
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London
Italy
Thalian Chamber
Yjlowers
Riga Captured Reported by Despatches From Front
London dispatches on May 1 report German forces have taken Riga in the northwestern Baltic region. The claim cites despatches noting a Soviet retreat and German advances near the port, with uncertainties about timing and verification lingering in the line.
War Declaration Drafted Promptly Amid Global Tensions
A European conflict scenario emerges as plans for a potential war declaration surface. The report notes rapid diplomatic activity and the possibility of formalizing hostilities between major powers, with observers awaiting formal proclamations and international responses.
Fragmented OCR leaves unclear report on Barnard matter
The readable text is garbled listing names and items without coherent details. It mentions Barnard, Meyee, Freed, and a vet matter but lacks complete context, dates, or locations to confirm the event or outcome.
Switzerland protests to Germany over Lusitania sinking
Swiss federal authorities announce they will lodge representations with Germany regarding the Lusitania disaster. The incident costs three Swiss lives and prompts official protest measures.
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Switzerland
Germany
Swiss Await Note On Lusitania Sinkings
Swiss authorities plan representations to Germany over the Lusitania sinking after 3 Swiss citizens died. They await Germany’s reply to the Washington note to decide on broader action. Swiss observers say President Wilson’s note will gain weight as it is backed by an army of 500000.
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Berne
Switzerland
Paris
Germany
Wilson
Rebekah Assembly Held Across Vermont Week Activities
Brattleboro May 21 Vermont Odd Fellows Rebekah assembly opened with Mrs Noradackeon of Barre presiding. Reports show net losses for the year. membership listed at 6 082 with other states represented. Officers not yet chosen. veterans jewel presented to Rev Joy of Brattleboro. Final convention day announced grand master appointments and installations took place. several officers named for Burlington Barre and Montpelier districts. Rebekah reception, exemplifications, and festival halls held, with grounds meeting planned for Burlington and Gill Pellows organized.
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Tion J. Joy
Brattleboro
Mattieboro
Vermont
Odd Fellows' Convention
L. (. Holcombe
W. Edwards
Burlington
Alexander Duncan
Barre
Guardian
H. T. Brown
Lads
Grand Herald
C. J. Grose
Montpelier
Dietriet Dey
Willard
Jonny . Toth
RS Bradley
H. F. Ww
W.W. Mioagett
W. K. Cheney
Tewae
Trostese
Gill
Mxafiem
EL. Unkeninhe
Milton
Eheitman
Woman Given Twenty Year Sentence in Buffalo Case
A woman received a twenty year sentence in a Buffalo case. Details from the OCR are fragmented but indicate a severe punishment issued by the court. Further facts are unclear due to garbled text.
Vermont Foresters of America Convened in Burlington
The grand court of Vermont Foresters of America held a successful convention at Knights of Pythias hall in Burlington with 36 delegates and 16 grand officers present. Grand Chief Ranger J B Flannagan presided, Supreme Senior Beadle P J Kennedy of Exeter NH spoke, and officers for the year were elected led by Grand Chief Ranger J Leonard of West Rutland and a slate including Dushane Benson and Ryan. Delegates to the San Francisco supreme convention in August were named, and the gathering aimed to boost membership.
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Burlington
Grand Court ‘of Vermont Foresters of America
Knights of Pythias
Bellows Falls
Grand Court
J. Leonard
West Rutland
Grand 8
FE. C. Dushane
Arlington
John A. Ryan
Benningt
James J. Halpin
Pittaford
J. J. Sullivan
Graniteville
Charles Skoland
Proctor
Is. W., Dwyer
Proctor, i. Jr
Two Burned to Death in Westfield Fire Tragedy
Westfield May 21 A farmer William W. Gibbone 46 and his six year old daughter Mildred perished in a house fire on Russellville road. His 11 year old son William W. Gibbone Jr. died later at Noble hospital from severe burns and a scalp wound. Mia Gibbons Ida Gibbons and a young child escaped with clothing lost. Firefighters arrived as the home collapsed trapping the boy. Medical examiner viewed the bodies and the property loss is about 500 dollars. This is the second fatal fire in the area within a month.
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Westfield
Mass
William W. Gibbone
Mildred
Russellville Road
William W. Gibbons, Jr
Noble Hospital
Mia
Gibbons
Ida
Anne
Hee
Yale Elected Juniors Fill Three Senior Seats
New Haven May 21 The Vermonter included Yale students announce that 42 juniors were elected to three senior seats yesterday without conflict or drama The slate featured representatives from Sew Kentland and New London among others with names like Knapp Hertferd and Chartes Waller listed as supporters or members of the delegation confirming the regional spread of Yale affiliates across final selections
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New Haven
Yale
Ehen
Akon
Cavillon
Hk Oval
Foothall
Aid Willem BL Preeter
Eheleman
Esletare
Vale
Fereeil
Knapp
Hertferd
Come
Chartes
Waller
Caneeed
Eestor
Frederick V. Bargren
Alfie
New London
Reecett
Adrianier Mor Munn
Roosevelt Wins Verdict in Libel Suit at Syracuse
The court returned a verdict in a libel case against William S. Barnes Jr. after a memorable Syracuse trial. The jury, concluding the proceedings this forenoon, was not yet agreed on the division of costs.
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Roosevelt
William S. Barnes, Jr
Syracuse
Roosevelt Libel Trial Jury Returns Verdict Decision
The Roosevelt libel case jury returns to deliberations after a dissenting juror voiced disagreement. Counsel for Roosevelt prefers a verdict over costs, while the court awaits a verdict in the afternoon session. legal costs remain a contested issue as jurors consider their decision.
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Roosevelt
Weddings at Waterbury May 21 Unions Royer and Wheeler
At the Waterbury home of the bride’s mother Mrs. W J Royer last evening, Folythe Mae Royer wed Alton rover Wheeler, both of Waterbury and sons of S C Wheeler. The ceremony in the library with violet decor followed a double ring service, the bride in silk messaline and white silk net. The wedding was attended by relatives only due to the bride’s father’s death, with Amy Wheeler playing the wedding march and several out of town relatives present.
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Waterbury
W. J. Royer
Folythe Mae Royer
Alton Rover Wheeler
S.C. Wheeler
Be Vol. Smith
Methodist Church
Servier Ging Weed
Sigma Kal Society of
Middlebury
Mis
Amy Wheeler
Slater
CM. Hover
BR. F. Savage
Procter
Hlt. Ryford
Malden
J. Hl. Bator
Hye Park
Aut
BE. Eaton
Morrisville
Talk of the Town Birthday festivity in Mine Lena Tedearhi era
A crowded neighborhood birthday observance celebrated Mine Lena Tedearhi with guests and music. The event featured graduates from Waterbury Seale, a wedding announcement, social visits, and local business mentions.
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Lena Tedearhi
Pearett Middletery College
Jena
Ecole
Hemes
Uber
Amd
Wieck
City Officials Inspect Cemeteries For Uniform Care Plan
City cemetery commissioners and council members toured Elmwood and Hope cemeteries seeking first hand details on potential changes to maintenance policy. Proposals included diverting funds, using principal income, or city appropriations, while opponents warned of disadvantaging owners with existing perpetual care funds. Notable sights included a two-column monument polished by hand and a 2000 pine seedlings planting area at Hope, with a translated inscription that caused some sensitivities.
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City Cemetery
Myer
Elmwood
Teren
Elmwood Cemetery
Hope Cemetery
Blamwood
Hope
Commissionera
Barre
F. T. Cutler
Woman Held on Grand Larceny Charge in County Court
Mrs. Golda San Bianchi of Railrowl Street was arrested on a grand larceny charge and held in 400 for the September term of Washington County Court. The hearing before Acting Judge A. A. Sargent featured witness testimony from Frank Barker and Edward Miller with defense efforts to subpoena additional witnesses. Bail was furnished and she was released at day's end.
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Golda San Bianchi
Railrowl Street
Washington County
A. A. Sargent
FE. R
Burned Quarry Worker Faces Severe Injuries
Charles Barclay a Graniteville quarry man aged 16 was badly burned in an explosion at the Wetmore Morse quarry this morning. He loaded a seam blast and after a delay prepared a second charge, flames enveloped his upper body. He is hospitalized with facial and arm burns and uncertain eye vision, but prospects are cautiously favorable.
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Charles Barclay
Graniteville
Wetmore & Morse
Barclay
Barclay’s
Barre Town
Williamstown
Former Barre Man Dead In Dorchester Insurance Head
A telegram from Barre reports the death of Clayton Bigelow a prominent Dorchester Massachusetts insurance man native of Brookfield and former Barre Montpelier resident. He lived in Boston for ten years where he built a career in insurance leaving a wife and brother William Bigelow of Worcester. Burial plans await his relatives arrival.
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Barre
Clayton Bigelow
Dorchester
Maas
Brookfield
Montler
Glenn
Bigelow
Overat Pearse
Boston
Busterse
Haven
Willian Higelow
Worcester
Mrr. Wigelow
Vermont
Mrs Mary E Hobbs Dead in Amherst Movement
The obituary notes Mrs Mary E Hobbs of Amherst died recently. She was the daughter of Orrin and Fokn Sheleven and widow of a local resident. Survived by several children and grandchildren. A funeral service is planned at a local church with burial to follow.
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Mary
Bronge
Ted Bern
Orrin
Fokn
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