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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1916
Page
1
German forces launch five successive attacks on Russian troops along the Entente line in Champagne. Their efforts are repelled by Russian machine gun fire and artillery, halting the assault.
Bad weather hampered Somme operations as French troops seized trenches near Combles and Deniecourt while Germans fell back toward Ablaincourt. French forces on Verdun captured a trepéd on Dead Man hill. heavy fighting and large prisoner numbers marked a fluid frontline across the Somme and surrounding sectors.
London dispatch cites a Berne report via Wireless Press claiming the German general staff has shifted from the western to the eastern front. Since appointing Field Marshal von Hindenburg chief of staff, he reportedly seeks to deploy sufficient forces to hold the line in France and Belgium while focusing on victory in the east.
On the Macedonian front Bulgarians mount two counter attacks against Serbia but fail to win. Officials report no counter action by Bulgarians and Germans against French troops who captured Florina. No changes reported on the northern front.
Sept 19 heavy rain on the British front in France and Belgium halted operations in many sectors. The report says British forces entered trenches near Richehoure L Avoue northwest of La Bassée, capturing and repelling, seizing machine guns and initiating exchanges. Additional British pushes were reported along the front with limited gains and rough weather interfering with actions.
Text fragment references Gen Holy and British commander aiming to force battle on the Romme Front. Mentions Meitiel movement and French diet relay. Context unclear due to damaged OCR. No definitive names, dates, or outcomes discernible.
Reports from the London desk describe British weariness and German counterattacks as the British army sustains heavy pressure. Berlin claims Allied divisions are exhausted while Paris notes continued efforts at key villages. both sides report attritional fighting with no decisive breakthrough.
The Lord Tredegar sailed from New York with general cargo bound for Gibraltar and Port Said, passengers unlisted. A sympathetic strike vote by the United Trades federation, representing 200 workers, threats to support if called by the Central Labour, plus 500 transportation workers of the New York and Queens Railway going on strike tonight, escalate labor actions across the city’s boroughs.
A Berlin wireless dispatch reports a German extortion scheme targeting Belgian financial institutions during September. It details forced currency transfers to the Imperial bank, threats of sequestration, and alleged arrests of Belgian bank officials. Belgium denies direct ties to arrests while confirming discussions on transferring bank notes to Germany.
Dennis Shea, who suffered a broken neck and multiple injuries when he fell from a trouse root at work, died yesterday in Middlebury. He was never married and left no immediate relatives. nephews and nieces in Yorkity and Middlebury survive. He lived with his sister-in-law Mrs Daniel Shea of High Street. The funeral will be at St Mary’s Church Wednesday at 9 am, he was a lifelong member.
Dispatch from Berne via Paris says Germany plans to expel ten thousand Italians as reprisals for Italy's treatment of Germany. The move targets women, children and the elderly of poorer classes, to be sent on special trains through Switzerland.
Jane Fisk Johnson known as Aunt Jane died at her niece Mrs. William E. Frost’s home in Rensington in her 98th year. Born April 4, 1824 in Shaftehby, she was the oldest of ten children and widow of Andrew Jolson later married to Johnson. She had lively health earlier and enjoyed family camp trips in Pownal.
Rev Paul D Moody pastor of the South Congregational church was named chaplain of the First Vermont regiment but announced he would not be sent to the front. He expressed regret at missing the chance to serve and said Vermont soldiers would soon be returned to their homes and firesides.
Harlington on September 19, Ira F Bromley died after a fall from a pear tree while gathering fruit. He sustained crushed ribs, collapsed shortly after, and was carried indoors by his wife and son. His widow and daughter from Heath, Hardwick, survive.
Adjutant General Howard reports War Department orders sending Tren A cavalry of the New Hampshire National Guard to Fort Allen Harlington for instruction. The move follows the departure of other New Hampshire troops to the Texas border, with equipment delays hindering drill progress.
Vermont canvassing board at the State House in Montpelier reports Hulburd securing a 921 vote margin. Republican totals include U S senator Allen M. Fletcher and Gov candidate Roger W. Hulburd, with Democratic nominees listed for each office and expense statements filed.
James H. Elcock a Quincy granite pioneer and longtime public servant died at his Copeland Street home aged 72. Born August 6, 1849 he built a trade as a granite cutter in Concord New Hampshire before moving to Quincy to form Bleak & Sons. He served on the city council 1890 91 oversaw the poor 1898 1901 and held roles in the board of trade West Quincy Improvement Association July Fourth and various fraternal groups. Survived by his widow three brothers and four sons the family mourns after his death following recent illness and surgery.
John Davis son of Mr and Mrs Charles M Davis of Northfield, a Dartmouth student, was thrown from a wingboard on an automobile near Hanover NS and struck his head and shoulders, losing consciousness for several hours. He was taken to Hiteheark hospital in Hanover, with hopes his injuries are not serious as he regained consciousness. His parents went to Hanover after learning of the accident.
Talk of the Town reports visitors and arrivals including Mr and Mrs George Rackley and Mrs F Z Howland in Barre. Farmers attend soybean meeting led by F T Abbott at Dr W S Wasson farm in Waterbury while theatre preparations at Barres Op era House uncover a nine globe theft. Also covered are a Quincy wedding of Sadie Krelinger to August Anderson, hallmarks of old racing figures Frank Lang and Frank Simond, and military service updates on Simond returning from Mexico and aid for Mrs Sisland through Overseer Lamb.
Goddard Seminary opens with a record enrollment surpassing prior years as eight states Vermont Minnesota Illinois New York New Jersey Maine New Hampshire and Connecticut are represented among students. Two new teachers join the staff and the varsity football squad prepares for a season headline noting major league interest in alumnus Artur Shay.
Public schools in Harre opened this morning for the fall term with 2305 pupils registered, 450 in Spaulding high. Enrollment is expected to rise in days ahead as freshmen and instructors total near a thousand. High school registrations trail last year’s 481 as more students may enroll. Superintendent White reported 1853 pupils registered in non high school divisions this forenoon.
Mrs Annie R Mackenzie wife of Ewen Mackenzie died at Teckley Court at 3:50 PM after nine years of failing health with rheumatic complications. She leaves her husband two daughters Mrs Eyl Ruffo and Mrs Louis Nottigg and three sons John Alexander and George Mackenzie of Barre along with two sisters and three brothers. Born Annie Sim Rennie in Cruden Scotland she married in Cruden July 1 1881 and came to America twenty seven years ago settling in Merve. Funeral Thursday at 2 PM at First Presbyterian Church with Rev Lend Crvee officiating and interment in Hope Cemetery.
Artelles of absorption warn fund to day with the secretary of state Capital Stock of SIUM with 1 shares to join real estate on State Street Mint. Barred by Walker by BOL Marvey and to and 4 The subscribers Barre EMarvey of Montpelier and Gerrade Mackin of Barre.
In Randolph Massachusetts infantile paralysis has appeared in Brookfield. Three Jordan children on the Colt farm area have died or are ill. Dr H Stone of Burlington investigates and the Brookfield schools are ordered closed for two weeks amid fears of contagion.
In Rutland and North Poultney cases of infantile paralysis lead to temporary school closures for seven weeks in Poultney and Fair Haven. Six year old Marion Quenn of Fair Haven, and four year old Edward Derven of North Poultney, show paralysis symptoms. Authorities collect spinal fluid for analysis and place families in quarantine as health officials investigate the mild outbreak.
Boston reports the greatest surge of infantile paralysis since the epidemic began in the state. Twenty four hour spread includes six new cases in Holyoke and six in Boston, totaling a0 cases for the month. New York also reports 35 new cases, up 20 from yesterday, with ten deaths.
Frank M. Nichols of Williamstown won a verdict of 865.00 plus interest for 17 months in Nichols vs. G. M. Emerson. The jury returned the decision late yesterday afternoon. The case was completed on Saturday and arguments concluded yesterday at 3 p.m. The report also notes a forthcoming trial involving A. H. and L. H. Lippencott v. Malnati & On and other items on the court calendar with details of witnesses and a separate injury incident during the day.
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