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Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Nov 17, 1920

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Distress Call From Spanish Steamer 240 Miles Out

The Spanish steamer Yute, en route from Baltimore to Dunkirk, sent a distress call while southeast of Cape May New Jersey. The vessel encountered misfortune about 240 miles offshore with reports indicating possible danger to the crew. Details on rescue efforts or the ship’s status were not immediately clear.

Yute Baltimore Dunkirk Cape May N. J New York Baltiore Belpee

Wireless call picked up near New York barge events

A storm separated an oil barge from a tug off the Atlantic coast near Cape May and Provincetown. All crew were rescued by a tug. the barge ran ashore at Plymouth under low tide with little cargo observed.

New York Atlantic Plymouth Boston Navy Penacook Fearne Eagle Boat Koh Provincetown Gwernet Coast Guard Portsmouth Provo Ragle Boat No

Talk of the Town misprints and social notes from Barre

A crowded town page records Frank Coleagni of Berlin seeking a Denver elopement with Kevtine, Mise Clara Stevens arriving from Wise River for Barre events, and Mise Seer beginning duties as chief water at the Fodwl telephone flier. Other items note Rutland visits, hunting concerns, school sports plans, and local weather impacts.

Frank Coleagni Berlin Street Denver Gol Kevtine Mise Clara B. Stevens Barre Wise River Mise Seer Gowen Laurel Street

Ukrainians Evacuate Kiev as Soviet Offensive Advances

Warsaw dispatch reports Ukrainians have evacuated Kiev and other towns they held and are fleeing ahead of a renewed Soviet offensive. Throughout Ukraine lines, troops retreat along various routes as Russian forces press inland.

Warsaw Associated S Press Kiev

Liquor Seized From Western Union Car in Albans

Local customs officers seized two cases of wine from a Western Union Telegraph Company car standing in the train shed at Albans. A court ruling on liquor transfers could affect return of the wines to the owners if the item originated in Montreal or was part of a cross border car. A hearing is planned soon.

Bi Albans Nov. W Western Union Telegraph Company Montreal Canada

Ten Miners Rescued as Five Bodies Found in Kentucky Mine

Earlington Kentucky November 17 ten miners were rescued from the Farlington Arnold coal mine near here. Five bodies were recovered and nine other men remained trapped or missing.

Earlington Farlington-Arnold Here

Bethel Edmunds injured and moved to sanatorium after fall

Bethel Edmunds 10 fell from a horse shed at the Congregational church while playing with schoolmates and was carried to Randolph sanatorium. In Owen Bagley of Granville a Miss Rakae Wilher and Wesley Miller wed yesterday at his home. other local notes include repairs at a yard, workers on the Western Union building, and residents ill with bronchitis.

Stanley Edmunds Randolph Sanatorium White River Owen C. Bagley Granville Rakae Clark Wordbuy Granite Company Western Union Jane Moree C1 Bailey Roger Canton N.Y N. Stimets Bailey Jr. Stimets Randolph H.R. Stimete Barnard D. Davenport Beckwith van Legion Charles J. Johadro Tobindro Ile Sirs Rien Aldrich Pier Ameri

Northfield ties and Barre visit mark Vermont gathering

Mrs Michael Cole and daughter of Philadelphia are in the city at Sra Cole's sister Mary Nichwol of Richardson and Kate Boyer of a Northfield studio returned from Northfield Tuesday. Boyer was bridesmaid at a wedding there Monday as Berter of Tenents Har ter, Me arrived in Barre last eve. Mrs James Greaveen of Laurel street is ill. Aok Mee Torre hee Lepert at a fire at John H Gamble house 62 Thrnk street with no damage. Vermont Public Service Committee chair Tatlin, Werner, and Porter attended city council. Cobble Hill Grange admitted three candidates. The meeting featured readings and a selection by Nellie Chaffee. The initiative event closed with election plans.

Michael Cole Philadelphia Ines Sra Talane Tate Vermont Public Service Seamuiltaee Werner Vergennes Eli Porter Wilmington Tr. P. S. Duffy Cobble Hill Grange Ube Vora Siartia Senden Laura Stacy Nellie Chaffee Seth Amen Enanal

Hearing in Ireland Postponed a Day

Washington reports Ireland witnesses will be heard first by the commission’s committees of one hundred investigating conditions in Ireland. The public present was postponed to tomorrow after two witnesses arrived in New York, including John Barhar of Balbriggan and Dennis Morgan of Thurles, with Dudley Fish Malone also listed.

Washington, D Ireland New York John Barhar Balbriggan Dennis Morgan Thurles Dudley Fish Malone New York City

Harvard bridge crash drops truck 16 feet into Charles River

In Cambridge on November 17 a truck from a fleet company fell from the Harvard bridge into the Charles River after skidding while veering to avoid another car. The impact tore through the guard railing and left the driver and helper injured by the fall, with high wind and slick pavement cited as factors.

Cambridge Mase flKkery Harvard Charles River Boston

May form new republic in Smyrna region in Asia Minor

Athens reports rumors that a Venizelos loyal Greek army may establish a Smyrna republic in Asia Minor. The regency under Admiral Contos maintains opposition, while a plebiscite could restore former King Constantine. Parliaments quiet as Rhallis forms cabinet to succeed Venizelos.

Athens Associated Prose Venizelos Republic of Smyrna Asw Minor Contoshep Bean Constantine United States Serail Rhallis M. Mhallis

Montpelier News Reflects Local Work and Losses

In Montpelier this week, Rowell praises Patsy Corry about work on State Street and at the Ni Va naval base. Hydrant repairs injure Ira Rollins. water supply issues on Berlin Street prompt investigations. Mrs. Billen Marshall dies after a shock. typhoid recovery allows sewing. various repairs and postings outline municipal activities and road project updates.

AV. A. Rowell Portland Orment Association Wey State Street Patrick Corry City New York Central Railroad Grand Union Station Corysenarch Moser, Rowell and Naral Ni Va Mr. Corry Rowell Re Tont Lave Manufacturing Company Taesing Ira Hollins Water Department Berlin Street Billen Marshall Frank Marshall Marshall Heatons Hospital Heth Helen Money Ats Highway Board of Pal Stevens SR Bates Wegheny Miguwey Eeres

Bit of cloth and a button found in Mrs Whitney search

Langdon New Hampshire November 17 authorities close to finding Blanche W Whitney body after cloth fragments and a button were unearthed near a farm well. Investigators question tales by William E B Whitney Doolittle and Clark that he killed his wife and dumped her in a well. If this well yields nothing, they will sound every nearby well. Local speculation tied to a Boston visit by Dematy herit Davidson.

Langdon N. H Blanche W. Whitney Sone William EB. Whitney Doolittle Clark

Tragic Hunting Accident Wounds Montry in Palm and Chest

Raymond Montry slipped on a log while hunting near St Albans. His gun discharged, wounding his palm and right arm muscles, with several shots entering his chest. His father and nearby loggers rendered aid until Dr. W.F. Hunt dressed the wounds and took him to the hospital.

St. Albans Raymond Tend Montry WF. B. Hunt

Man and woman sentenced in nursery case

Gladys Gray, 23, confessed to being mother of a newborn found dead after a possible attempted suicide. Edward Marin, 40, implicated and both were sentenced to five years in state prison with additional terms for adultery. The body of the child was found after being dumped near the Coomerts river. Mrs Gray denies intent to kill and claims the child was left in her wrapper. State's Attorney Moore of Ludlow leads the investigation and possible more charges.

White River Junction Gladys Gray Coomerts Edward Marin Trey Marie Gray Moore Ludlow Hirey Sherif Ernest Aheed Cakes Hale International Paper Company Wilder Village

Liability cash argued in Vermont supreme court case

Central Vermont Railway contends it bears responsibility for an accident under the employers liability law. The special term session in Rutland heard arguments with Judge John H. W. Watson presiding. Rutland and Bennington County cases were discussed along with insurers and claims against the railroad, while other docket items appeared briefly.

Central Vermont RR Rutland Vermont Cone Bennington John H W. Watson Montpelier Central Vermont Railway Company Mowney of Fey Pdwart & Aml Deere Modole Amalsis Deemersie Rutheot Farm

Snowbound Western New York Braces for Night

Western New York was snowbound as nearly two feet of snow fell overnight in Buffalo and surrounding areas. Traffic, rail service, and communications were crippled while coal supplies ran short and trains stalled. A carload of oat for medical use was delayed by the blizzard.

Buffalo N.Y New York Horpoll Blizard

English Actress Potters Lincoln Interpretation Delights Audience

An audience enjoyed Ethel Potter in Tolm Drinkwater’s Abraham Lincoln at Howland ball test evening. The Marre Woman's club education department presented the recital with Mrs LD Martin introducing. Potter’s six scenes conveyed Lincoln’s solemnity and Go lightly Plow’s vehement tones with clarity.

Ethel Ie Potter Tolm Drinkwater Abraham Lincol Howland Marre LD. Martin Abraham Line Abraham Lincoln Cort Theatre New York London Drinkwater

Session Held in Barre On School Arithmetic and Records

A Barre public schools meeting, led by Supt. C. H. White, drew a large attendance including Goddard Seminary Principal R. Le Trrive and Spankt ine Maheehuel Principal Lyman C. Hunt. Discussion covered arithmetic work from grades one to four and six to eight, with State Commissioner ff Dempery present to talk about keeping a school register. Lunch followed with a practical dining hall exercise and a full menu for the senior class.

C. H. White Barre R. le Trrive Goddard Seminary Lyman C. Hunt Spanktine Maheehuel Pknigit Northfield H. S. Reed Richmond Ff Dempery G. W. Patterson Randolph WB. Lance Plainfield Hutchinson Montpelier WF. Glover Barre Town W. K. Brackett South Boraltan G. Batebelder Caber B. Croke Williamstown Hity Barts

Middlebury Appoints Captain Amid Football Mentions

In Middlebury on November 17 Dace Mi of Malden Lane, a former football standout, was named head football coach and assistant coach for the Middlebury team. The announcement followed a period of reorganizing the squad and elevating Mi to captaincy.

Middlebury Malden Lane Darteoath Halfberk Muythical Gakiniek Midwauher

Public Health Notice for Barre Vermont

Public Health authorities issue a notice in Barre about a health matter affecting residents. The call to action invites local participation and outlines steps for reporting and addressing the health concern within the community. Authorities urge cooperation and provide contact information for guidance and assistance.

Vermont Man Presiding Over Grange Trial In Boston

The National Grange committee on claims and grievances sat as court in Boston with William Bouck of the Washington state Grange on trial for alleged violations of obligations and organizational interests. The case centers on political activity within Grange circles as Orlando L. Martin presided and the vote by the national Grange will ratify any findings.

Boston The National Grange William Bouck Washington State Rourk Grange Labor Party Congress Washington Conserm Verey Aes Orlando L. Martin Pasar Vermont Washington Grange

National Grange Chooses Oregon for Next Year Meet

The national Grange voted to hold its annual sessions in Oregon next year. Portland was invited but the exact meeting city was not set. Kansas also proposed hosting before withdrawing to 1922 plans, and Maine master W H Thompson invited 1923 meetings.

Boston National Grange Oregon Portland Kansas W. H. Thompson Maine

Methodists’ sale draws a large crowd for pie supper

A well attended church event featured decorated booths and a highly praised chicken pie supper. Volunteers such as Mrs. C. J. Clough led the kitchen. greenery and white decor created a festive setting as buyers flocked to purchase articles for sale, with more items expected to be sold in the afternoon.

C. J. Clough B. Hooker Dla. Morse

Morse Succeeds Gall Grand Chancellor in Vermont Pythians

James S Gall is reported to have relinquished the role of Grand Chancellor Commander in Vermont. The replacement named is not clearly stated in the available text, but the transition marks a leadership change within the Vermont Pythian ranks amid a broader organizational reassessment.

Vermont Pythian James S. Gall Vermont St. Dekaobare

Bijou Theatre to gain Main Street entrance in Barre

The Black Theatre Co secured city approval to remodel the south side front of the Bijou building at Main and Pearl into an entrance, replacing the Pearl street entry used as the current entrance. The permit followed Building Inspector Rand’s recommendations along with several other minor permits and public works decisions.

Main and Pearl Streets The Black Theatre Co., the Barre City Main Bijou Pearl Street Rand Antonio Mistrangelo Foss Street Nelson Borgh Hale Street South Main Street W. H. Olliver Joseph Martin Baynton Street Texas Co Railroad Street Ay Gazetto Mr. Gazette Hull Rm H. G. Bennett Cil Jefferson Street Barre Vermont Bennett Tesne Co Buffalo Steam Calesi & Richardson Comemings Lewis BRST Harvey, & Mower Montpelier & Barre Light & Power Co N. BE. Broom & Supply Co N. D. Phelps Co Reynolds & Son J. By Robinson Seguin News Agency TD. M. Miles Coat Co Kempton Mille N. Parker Smith, Whitcomb & Cook Ci Conte Alen Lumber Co W. Averill 4 Co RL. Clark Lane Davis

North Craftsbury Congregational Church Incorporation

The Congregational Church of North Craftsbury, Inc. filed articles of association in Vermont. Officers listed include Tom W. Hadley, C. H. Root, W. Wilson, and W. J. Dustin of Craftsbury. The St. Johnsbury Grocery Company also filed a statement about increasing capital by 515,000 through new stock.

Congregational Church of North Craftsbury Congregational Elected of North, Craftsbury, Inc Tom Hadley C.H. Root W. Wilson W. J. Dustin St. Jotnabury Grocery Lawun New Stork

White Fa the Only Warn Horse Story Fragment

A garbled wartime style snippet mentions Penghdonge Pay secretary of state and A. S Avory of Perrisburg. It describes a man seeing a white hare and a lantern, with references to a car, a bank, and a railtown in fragmentary, unclear detail.

Penghdonge A. S Avory Perrisburg John K. Campbell Graniteville Railtown

Granite Manufacturers Gather for 1921 Meeting Across Vermont

More than 100 granite manufacturers from Barre Montpelier Waterbury West Berlin Barre Town and Williamstown met in the city for a Granite Manufacturers association session. They discussed industry conditions and optimistic 1921 prospects while adjourning the December 5 meeting to December 15. A banquet and jollification were planned for December 10 with buffet luncheon by Gordall Watson of the Vincilia club.

Barre Montpelier Waterbury West Berlin Barre Town Williamstown Granite Manufacturers’ Association Gordall Watson Vincilia Club W. H. B. Porrs C. D. Swasey

Judge Seeks Family Peace In Anderson Divorce Case

Judge Stanley Wilton urged possible reconciliation for Carrie and Ed ward Anderson citing the children while Anderson admitted failed attempts at living together. Mrs. Anderson described high temper and criminal jealousy with demands for a fixed weekly allowance as she testified to conditions. A daughter testified tearfully about wrongs, and neighbors recounted neglect before notification. A separate note reports settlement in Margaret Badard v Charles Brown with Brown estate ordered to pay 751, while Hambleton case against U A Granite Co. heads to supreme court after a partial reversal.

Brown Hambleton U. Aja Granite Company Supreme Couri Nant

Mrs. Mary Nichols Dead After Illness and Funeral Planned

Mrs. Mary Nichols widow of Mark Nickoly died at home in Richardsum after a brief illness following a stroke. The Philadelphia area native had long been connected to the community and attended by relatives including Mrs. Maxine Papin, Mrs. Baybee, and Mrs. Waggoner. The funeral is set for March in Boetown with burial at St. Mammes.

Mary (Gallen Aod Philadel Chives Maxine Papin Maxine Papin Ksbeth Baybee and Mre. O Neo Ef Parte, and Mre EW. Magmiy Waterbury Ale Philadelphia Urate Cressett Glasgoe Srotland Oure Brothare Johar Aja Pagan Tm Trelend Andy Williams Whileselphie Famera Vinder Macning Boeteck Niekote Vhi

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