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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1920
Page
1
Investigators submit findings to a Congressional committee on the United States Shipping Board detailing graft in the purchase of repair supplies for government ships.
A congressional inquiry into U S shipping award practices continues as investigators Fisher and Ricarden press testimony before Representative Water. The unreleased report cites graft in vessel repairs and alleged improper influence by officials and board employees in negotiating contracts and allocating vessels.
Paris reports from Nov 14 indicate military observers view General Wrangel's army retreat into the Crimea as notably successful. Troop morale is described as high and Wrangel allegedly confident in reorganization with limited material, while Soviet forces on the southern Ukrainian front forced the withdrawal.
Moran 8 D., Nov. 10 The South Dakota direct legislation group said county auditor returns show the prohibition constitutional amendment failed by more than 10,000 votes last Tuesday. The statement claimed South Dakota, once an original temperance state, repudiated the bone dry idea and bans in private homes.
Announcement today reveals a popular subscription funded vessel to race in the next international schooner regatta off Halifax harbor. Native Nova Scotians will design and build the craft, which will tow a 448 regular fishing schooner designed with the upcoming race in view.
A Soviet claim of penetrating the Crimea peninsula is reiterated in a wire report, noting the assertion was placed by officials and repeated today. The dispatch mentions movements near the peninsula and references a riverfront area and protests as context for the statement.
Count Sforza heads Italy’s delegation as he lays out eight minimum claims in the Adriatic negotiations with Yugoslavia. Key points include the Istrian frontier and Neveso mountain, Fiume independence, and annexations of Zara and other isles. Yugoslavs find terms excessive but will respond after review.
New York reports that Germany has not restored any book from the Louvain library collection. Rector Dr Ladeuze told the U S committee that the treasures stolen in the sack of Louvain are valued at 5,000,000 francs and were pledged for return by the Versailles treaty.
In Struthera on November 10 the parish house of Holy Trinity Czecho Slovak Catholic church was dynamited early today. The porch blew off but no one was injured. Rev. John Frena, recently installed as priest, occupied the house amid prior protests by church members who formed an armed group to prevent his taking charge. The blast shattered windows in the parish house and part of the church and damaged a hall across the yard.
Print Teall Texas reports that President Harding deserted a golf date to tarpon fish today, cancelling a ten tative Brownsville country club engagement. He plans to stay in the water during vacation and is to speak tomorrow at a Armistice day celebration. He may try out the speech and dictate parts tonight.
In Vera Cruz the government takes control of all dockyard and stevedore operations as strikes by electrical workers bakers streetcar staff and metal workers threaten a national stoppage. Public theatres see crowds while authorities await Vera Cruz workers’ decision on government negotiations.
Fragmentary OCR text references German aircraft, inventor Fokker, a map, flight, and Rotterdam. Details unclear but suggests historical note on Fokker and early airplane development with names and locations partially visible.
In Boston on November 10 a ceremony announced awards for distinguished service during the war. Commander Herbert Dann received the Distinguished Service Medal as commanding officer of the naval station at Ponta Delgada Azores. Eleven other officers, including Rear Admiral Roby, received the Distinguished Service Cross. Roby led the submarine force in the war zone.
Federal Judge Hale imposed a 100 fine on Manuel Fernandes of Westport near New Bedford for manufacturing liquor. The judge noted the action did not reflect the court's general stance and warned jail sentences would follow direct violations. Fernandes, a widower with ten children, had recently faced foreclosure on his farm.
Philadelphia November 10 reports state United States Senator Boise Penrose has not had a relapse. A physician said there is no material change in his condition though he suffers from memrite and pain at times. News notes a November move to Washington and a potential return to the Senate.
A Montpelier session sees Eddie Ewing fined and jailed after pleading guilty to intoxication. Separately, the South Barre Granite Co plans to amend articles increasing capital stock to 20000, while The Hi Candy Inc files for capitalization. Court notes mention a Rutland case involving Henry Prescott and a mutuel life policy matter.
Boston reports Sherman J. Lowell master of the national grange predicts nation wide selling organizations to fix farm prices if farmers do not receive fair pay for equal hours work. He warns bankers manufacturers railroads and labor groups to address value across the supply chain or the grange will organize to defend agriculture. He condemns high taxation on unimproved land and argues for fair taxes and cost of production considerations.
The funeral for Daniel N Murray was held yesterday afternoon at Graniteville, with Rev Dr Archibald conducting. A large crowd attended at the Freemasons hall and church. bearers included Court Rob Roy and other local members, followed by interment in Wilton cemetery. Relatives from out of town joined mourners, and many expressed condolences with wreaths and carnations.
In Washington County court tomorrow the custody of 10 year old Tandy Lundy is to be decided. The judge ordered Hargous Landy to pay 150 by noon tomorrow and awarded temporary custody to Mrs. Lundy. The child testified with tears while recounting life with her Virginia aunt and unclear memory of her mother.
Alfred LeClair died at Barre City hospital at 6 45 am today from tubercular meningitis after a year-long illness. He was 30, survived by his wife a five year old son Archie and his parents Mr and Mrs Alex LeClair, with siblings Adrian Hers Napolean Larenne and three sisters. Funeral will be from St Monica church Friday morning at 9 interment in Graniteville Catholic cemetery.
Washington chapter hosts Amotiuan Red Cross meeting at Community hall Montpellier. Delegates from every branch register in the morning and an informal conference follows at 5 with lecture and refreshments. Present will be Cheney Jones Mise Newell and Miss Rawe from Bunfer division, with Newell known for longtime Red Cross work.
Fragmentary obit notes the death of Duncan Stewart at the home of George Stewart in Oregon. Mentions mourners including Mary White, Mrs Jokastes, and Mrs Catherine Cerwin. Others referenced: Tremont Street and a Mr Stewart of Wo Park. details are obscured by OCR errors.
William Millham, about 20, died after 2,000 volt shock while repairing transformers in the Montpelier and Barre Light and Power stock room. Companions, including Carmaoee Lull, tested equipment on a dry wood floor as Millham's heart failed to resume after an hour of artificial respiration. Funeral plans pending in Richmond where his father died earlier in an explosion.
The child of Mr and Mrs Edward LaFountain of 15 Harri avenue died shortly after an apparent choking incident in the kitchen. Dr J H W could not determine the exact cause but suspected embolism linked to prior pneumonia. Survived by five siblings and parents. funeral Friday at 2 pm with Catholic cemetery interment on Berkeley Street.
Achille Fasola, born April 22 1880 in Montpelier, died at 3:90 AM after a long illness. He lived much of his life in Barre, worked as a clerk at Homer Pitts Dry Goods Co, and attended Goddard Seminary evening school. He leaves his mother and sister Virginia. The funeral will be from St. An church Friday morning.
Tir A. DeFeet of the animal bureau reports rumors of hoof and mouth disease appearing in parts of the state. Officials have investigated several locales and emphasized precautionary measures drawn from English and Dutch precedents to prevent spread.
Vermont education commissioner Clarence H. Dempsey spoke on The Education of Our Children at a Barre Woman's club reception for public school teachers and Goddard seminary. He urged attention to environment, teacher quality, and well kept schoolhouses, noting the need for trained teachers and engaging talks and songs capped by social mingling and refreshments.
Barre outlines Armistice Day observances with stores and barber shops closing or trimming hours, banks staying open, schools holding special programs, and Barre post No 10 of the American Legion planning a smoke at Church Street club rooms for veterans.
A September city council meeting approved four granite firm extensions including Mare & Gordon 72 by 74 feet west end, Harrison Granite crane additions on Center street, William Milne Granite 94 feet west end with 20 by 50 wing on Boynton street, and George Straiton 20 by 40 west end boiler room. Also approved a theatre building for Penterstita Amusement Co. at North Main and Pearl with updated exits and fire escapes.
Inclement weather did not deter attendees at the Congregational church women’s annual fair opening. Large crowds purchased yar wares with first day receipts satisfactory. The event continues with stalls run by Mrs Slayton and aides, kitchen reminders, calendars, and crafts coordinated by multiple volunteers.
Ceremonies announced the gift of 133 acres in memory of their daughter a girl scout. The spring on the tract will be developed into a fountain and an image will symbolize her giving water to campers.
A fragmentary notice states the Times will publish at noon tomorrow with unclear surrounding text. The remaining readable portion mentions a printing schedule and implies an imminent edition.
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