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Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Nov 23, 1916

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Russian Aid Comes at Last in Romanian War Theater

Berlin war office reports Russian reinforcements arriving on the Transylvanian front but says Wallachia situation unchanged. Germans overrun western Wallachia after defeating Romanians in the Jini valley and capturing Craiova with rail cars among the booty.

von Falkenhayn la Parton Wallachia Jini Craiova Orsova Buch~ Artest Lin Wirclex Trensylvanian War Allie

Germany weighs four convincing replies in U boat cases

The United States reports Germany has offered convincing answers in four submarine incidents amid notes on the Arabia and Marine cases. Washington asserts that women and children on deck should have protected passengers, while Germany defends its actions as lawful transport duties and wartime conduct.

Corrmany Marine Arabia Americn Washington Germany Aml

Britannic sinks with no wounded aboard hospital ship

Nov. 23 Athens dispatches confirm the hospital ship Britannic sank after a torpedo hit near the Greek coast. The ship carried 121 nurses and 300 army medical officers and men. twenty five wounded from the steamer were taken to Russko hospital, others aboard Allied warships. An Anglo French squadron aided survivors as Zea residents helped.

Lennon Athens Admiralty Daily News Senda Salonika Army Medical Corps Russiko Piraeus Buard Zea Britannie

Surrounding Orsova Berlin Reports Teuton Progress

London dispatch says Austro German forces press western Romania and complete the investment of Orsova at the tripoint of Hungary Serbia and Romania. Berlin’s official bulletin notes near Oreovo Ramana as evidence of a German advance. Romanian front reports indicate retreat under enemy pressure in the Jind valley.

Berlin London Rumania Orsova Jind Oraiora Dehrodja

Jack London Dies After Writing Short Story at Glen Ellen Farm

Santa Rosa California November 2 a report on author Jack London who spent his last conscious night at his Glen Ellen ranch near Santa Rosa writing a short story. He suffered indigestion Tuesday evening and faded after a midday revival followed by a collapse. London survived by his sister Mrs Shepard a daughter at University of California his mother in Oakland and wife Charmion. The London couple had recently returned from a six month Hawaiian sojourn and lived on a highly equipped ranch at Glen Ellen.

Santa Rosa Cal Black Tone Jdon Glen Ellen London Shepard Daryghter University of California Oakland Charmion London Hawaiian Islands Fen Ellen California

Robbers Strike Express Wagon in Chattanooga Yard

Two men held up a Southern Express transfer wagon in the Western and Atlantic yards in Chattanooga Tennessee, taking 400 dollars in currency. In Roswell Oklahoma Territory three robbers fled with 11,000 dollars from the First National Bank after forcing three employees and two customers into the vault and securing cash and valuables.

Chattanooga Tenn Southern Express Company Western & Atlantic Roswell Okt First National Bank of Kiamichi White W. W. Moran Moran Jeter

Revenge attempt ends in double tragedy in Manchester NHS

Fred J. Denning, 42, of Canton Street, shot Ruby Pearl Danforth, 18, then killed himself with a 32 caliber revolver after being spurned. Danforth was wounded in the jaw and neck but survived the initial attack and was taken to Sacred Heart hospital. Denning died at the scene as police arrived. he left behind a mother and two sisters.

Manchester Nhs Fred J. Denning Canton Street Ruby Pearl Danforth T1eaurel Street Denning Herbert Danforth Danforth Honge Pine and Merri [Mack Streets Wal Sacred Heart Hospital

Epidemic of infantile paralysis linked to Norway, Flexner says

Dr Simon Flexner of the Rockefeller Institute told the Brooklyn Institute of Arts and Sciences that the summer outbreak of infantile paralysis in New York originated in Norway in 1906 and may reappear. He warned the disease has spread in Britain and France and could reappear sporadically in the United States, though he remains hopeful for limited future outbreaks.

New York Norway Simon Flexner Rockfeller Institute Brooklyn Somme Therudecourt St. Pierre Vaast Pearance War Office Flexner George White Srt 16 Entland Airrhip England ISDE York Paleunece Sas Lomdes Globe

NEW EMPEROR TAKES THRONE AND AIMS FOR PEACE

Emperor Charles of Austria issues a proclamation to Hungarians stating the war will continue until Peteria Assuted is achieved and monarchy secured. Premier Koerber remains in his post. Arrangements for the late archduke’s burial are planned for next week with interment in the Caputebin mausoleum.

London Charles of Austria Peteria Vienna Reuter'k Aussberichn Werner Zeitung Ann

Condolences from Wilson to Austria-Hungary Emperor

President Wilson sent a message of condolence to Emperor Karl Franz Joseph of Austria-Hungary on the death of Emperor Francis Joseph. He offered heartfelt sympathy from Mrs. Wilson and himself to the imperial family and to the people, and asked Ambassador Penfield to extend government condolences to Vienna. The note addressed Karl Franz Joseph as emperor and king and conveyed best wishes for well being and prosperity.

Washington, D Nev Karl Franz Joseph Austria-Hungary Francis Joseph United States Austria Bohemia Hungary Tanning Ambassidor Penfeld Vienna Lansing

New York Ship Building buys land for steamship yard near New London

The New York ShipBuilding Company line purchased 30 acres on the Thames east bank near New London to build a ship yard and launch a fleet of freight steamers for its own use. President Claus W. Morse said construction would start soon, finish in about two years, and employ 4 000 to 5 000 workers. Initial output expected to be ten ships of 6 000 to 8 000 tons each. Morse noted the purchase will expand the company’s carrying operations begun last December through consolidation of existing concerns.

New Yana Ure United States Ship Building Company Line Thames New London County Claues W. Morse Moren Morse

Skull Fracture After Blast Injures J. C. Hammond

J C Hammond sustains a fractured skull and serious injuries after a blast at East Franklin. Attended by Dr Hall of Franklin and Dr Pratt of Enostury Falls, condition described as favorable.

J. C. Hammond East Franklin Fast Franklin A. Hamesmond Dohmon West Berkshire Hall Franklin Sir Pratt Enostury Falls

Greenacre founder Sarah Farmer dies in Eliot colony flare

Sarah J. Farmer, founder of the Greenacre free religious colony at Eliot, Me, died last night after the colony faced factional strife. She had been declared insane and held for restraint at Portsmouth, N H, until recent months, with a history of controversial religious discussions surrounding the colony.

Sarah J. Farmer Eliot Greenacre Miss Farmer Portsmouth

Ex-Congressman C. H. Joyce, Civil War Vet, Dies in Pittsfield

Charles H. Joyce, longtime Vermont ex congressman and Civil War veteran, died after a seven year illness in Pittsfield. Born in England and raised in Vermont, he practiced law, served as state’s attorney, and rose to U S Congress three times. He led a notable military career as major then lieutenant colonel, saw action in many Civil War battles, and retired to Rutland before passing away with funeral arrangements to be set and interment in Rutland tomorrow.

Charles H. Joyce Vermont Voshowtee B. F. Joyne Kingston Rutland Mr. Doyer England Wherwell Law United States Whitefield Waitetick Northfield New Hbory Seminary Erastus Rairbanks Sud Regiment Vermont Infantry Dhine Bindk Me Fleutenantilones Bell Run Joes Mills Williams Burgh Golden Farm Savage Station Wite Cut Swamp Bull Ran Fred Luneveral

Harvard Players Confident Ahead of Yale Clash

Cambridge November 2 Harvard’s main football squad, 31 strong, aims for victory over Yale after a visit to the Yale bench. Coach Percy J Hughes urges sharp focus and stronger support from players, warning against complacency before the New London trip and Saturday game. Captain Dadman appeals for better student backing. lineup includes Coolidge Wheeler Cadman Hires Snow Ownier Dart Robinson Thatcher Casey Horween.

Cambridge Mase Harvard Lew Maven Nny Yall Seturlay Yale New London Lefore Simes Weller Jvard Whickey Coanh Hanglan Dadman

Greek Government Refuses Demand for All Arms Supply

London dispatch says the Greek government has refused to comply with the demand of the Allied powers to surrender all arms and ammunition. Reuters Amsterdam correspondent reports the stance amid tensions over wartime supplies.

London Reuter Amsterdam

Vermont Advance editor faces sheriff sales amid publication halt

Hurlington Nov 2 A Vermont weekly paper the Vermont Advance tied to the Progressive party has skipped three issues. Sheriff seizures affect most assets including a Maine bank draft endors ed to the paper by Merle McAllister who allegedly wrote a note to personally honor the check. The editor Artiner Plait toward is under pressure as offices are attached while the city awaits further action.

Hurlington Vermont Advance Progressive Party Artiner Plait Aftien Yeatentay Sheriff’ Department Merle McAllister Filitar McAliieter Focal Maine Mir McAlibeter Imam

SINCERELY OBLIGED MESSAGE TO WILSON QUOTED

Washington reports President Wilson recognizes congratulatory telegrams from Charles K Hughes and others. Hughes, a New Jersey Republican candidate, praises the election count and extends good wishes for Wilson's administration. A New York statement notes California results favor Wilson electors by about 1,200 to 3,800 votes with no recount expected.

Washington, D. C Iwan Kent & Teleram Charles K. Hughes Messi Fot Ceereans Wis Vom Lakewood N. J Charles K. Mighes Callidate Wilson Bier-Aleetion Mr. Hughes California New York Willian FR. Wilt. Cox Republicnation Hughes Wilran Republican State Committee Republican Nations Tam

Wilson Thanks Parker for Support by Progressive Candidate

New Orleans November 2. President Wilson sent a public letter to Parker praising the support he received from the Progressive vice presidential nominee Sokinsf Marker for his campaign. The message expressed admiration for Parker's actions marked by principle, self-respect, generosity and public duty.

New Orleans Sokinsf. Marker Wilean Tarkur Mr. Parker Hepa Wilson

Former Barre Woman Funeral Report from Alberta

Mrs L A McIver died at her Evigan ton Alberta home after a long illness. The family moved from Barre to Edmonton about eight years ago and later resided there. Survived by husband and daughter Evelyn with sisters Mrs Wallace Marvin of Montreal, Mrs Catherine Morrison of Montreal and Mrs Mary McLeod who lived with the Melver family in Falmon. also one brother Murdo McLeod of Lennox, P Q.

Tarre L. A. McIver Evigonton Alberta Harre Edmonton Mire Melver Daugster Evelyn Wallace Marvin Montpeller Til Catherine Morrison Montreal Mary McLeod Falmonthus Murdo McLawd Lenwick Plq

Death Notice for Thomas Herbert of Waterbury

Thomas Herbert died yesterday at his home on Ricker Mountain Waterbury of pneumonia He was about 90 born in Ireland came to the United States in youth lived on the farm where he died for decades He married Margaret Kelly in Waterbury Survived by four children T F Herbert Thomas Herbert Mrs Alexander of Waterbury and Mr KI of Montpelier plus five grandchildren and four great grandchildren Funeral at St Andrew s Church Friday morning at 10.30

Thomas Herbert Waterbury Ricker Mountain Treland United States Margaret Kelly Herbert T. F. Herbert Thomas Alexander K.i River

Henry Ford Wheel Goes on Independent Excursion

A Henry Ford wheeled vehicle began to disintegrate while being towed from the station to a South Main Street garage. The left rear wheel separated, rolled along, and returned to the car after a comic sequence, then the garage man jailed the episode before the car resumed its journey toward Elm Street.

Ford North Mai Street South Main Street

Black Bear Shot Near Duxbury in Deweville Area

A report from Duxbury area recalls a dark incident involving a bear seen near Deweville known as Duvinir. Harold Stier unit and Crom tee plane Geviler holiend ent were involved. the bear reportedly weighed 100 units.

Duxbury Watertury New Harold Stier

Publicity Debate Over Barre Granite Campaign Continues

At a regional meeting of granite manufacturers and quarries, leaders discussed continuing the Barre granite advertising drive. President Als Dinnan of the Granite Manufacturers Association chaired, with speakers P. Winman A J Gale and C H Johnson detailing costs and expected results for 1916. Attendees asked pointed questions about feasibility and benefits as plans were reviewed and tabulated.

Als. Dinnan Granite Manufacurers’ Association P. Winmnan A. J. Gale Chivango C. H. Johnson Roatan Li Meas Gale Johnson D. Dain Mio Nichol Boston Hight Thinmin Mohnson Rom Gerry RQ McDowell M. Jones Alex Duncan Alex Milne Wo1 Mierray FL Wheaton

Death of H M Wheeler Transports Vermont Notables

Harry Munroe Wheeler died at his Montpelier home after a Tuesday illness, aged about 60. A lifelong farmer and granite transport figure, he was born in Huntington on November 14, 1877, and lived in Barre East Montpelier and Montpelier, leaving a wife and several children. Funeral at 2 pm tomorrow from his home with Rev J W Barnett officiating. Burial at Mount Cemetery in Montpelier.

Harry Munroe Wheeler Nivene DI Montpelier Wheeler Sodom W. W. Sticking Wheler Chester Arthur Fairfax Tade Huntington Isak, Chewn Ephraim Lydia (Kimball) Wheeler West Holton May Florence Warren Middlesey Rent M. Fulton Montpetion Middlener Barre East Montpatier Montpetier Lie Albert Warren Wheeler Ant Sregend Nellie Ketligo George Kellogg Eva Reyuntile West Bolton Hana JW Barnett Offiating Murla Tite Mount Cemetery

Paralysis cases rise with 6 polio cases in state this year

New polio report to Dr. C F Dalton lists six cases in Vermont this year. Among patients is Elizabeth Town resident Meinise Town, daughter of Charles and Mrs Town of Pair Haven, with mild paralysis in one leg. Data show most cases early in year and the greatest numbers in October, September, and August, with town by town counts and affected counties.

Kellawey Junio Nero Adguet Orange Rutland Washington Wienlamn Windsor

Largest Buck Feeds record hunter in year

Report from the festival of deer hunting notes Kelliel yipt te bas turing winning the largest buck at 302 pounds. The Wilden Houkt of Shrewabuire claimed a 3002 pound rival. Washington counts show the state tally rising as hunters report multiple kills and the season total grows with prime specimens listed from Helene Ty and Winter Wieden among others.

Lyantemetite Neve Muerks Kelliel Goa Washington Eeiintric Reven

Jean Crones Captured After Banquet Poisoning Suspect

Jean Crones, former head of the University Library of Ohio, suspected in a poisoning incident at a banquet, has been arrested in Spaulding Nebraska per a telegram to local police. The case involves alleged poisoning of guests at a banquet attended by over 200 people.

Chivas Jean Crones University Lib Ohio Ith Jwiveningy Archblehay Mundelin Spaulding Nebraska

Universalist chicken pie bazaar boosts charity drive

A chicken pie supper and bazaar drew a lively crowd at the Universalist church, kicking off a three day sale expected to surpass prior years. Local women led by Mrs Mowe and Mrs Bates organized meals displays and entertainment with proceeds funding the church’s charitable aims.

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Obituary Notice for Former Northfield Man Burtington Sex

Former Northfield man Burtington Sex dies in Vermont. Survived by wife, two siblings, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral arrangements and burial under local agency in early June at St Albat Fiore hospital, with service to be held in Northfield.

Burtington Bert Wit Ham Foie Anil Drew Slatera Katherine Tenett Amd Newah Alversity Central Vermont Raileay Jy Tateeneyle Hepatine St Albat Mielke Vonel Siew

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