27 Sep 1918
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1918
Page
1
German defense around Laon weakened by heavy thrusts from American, French, and British forces. Allied forces report capturing about 12 000 prisoners as Bulgarians reportedly offer to quit the conflict.
Allied forces press major offensives across northern and eastern fronts. British attacks north of Cambrai threaten German lines west of St Quentin while French American thrust along the Argonne and Meuse advances. Paris reports progress with large prisoner totals and strategic objectives reached, weather hindering observation.
Serbian troops push northward through Zahtib capturing key positions and large quantities of war material. Reports say Bulgarians and Germans are captured, with Serbians reaching the Ixh tib-Veles road near Bogoslovets and advancing toward the Bulgarian border.
London reports via Exchange Telegraph from Copenhagen that Lieutenant General Von Stein has resigned as Prussian war minister. Appointed in October 1916, he previously led the Fourteenth Reserve Army Corps and served on the Somme front. his earlier resignation in July 1917 was not accepted.
Mrs Ella Abiquist of Charles a Treat died yesterday afternoon from influenza and pneumonia after care by neighbors. She leaves a son Hilmar and a brother-in-law in Quincy. The report covers multiple local deaths and civic notes including Dr Lind’s army service and a consolidation hearing delay due to illness, with Oct 15 set for Supreme Court opening.
American troops pressed their Verdun offensive on September 27 pushing toward Montfaucon and Varennes under thick morning fog. Tanks and artillery supported assaults overcoming machine gun resistance as they advanced along the German fifth army front. capture of Montfaucon wood and Montfaucinville reported, with Germans believed to hold a single division in the Argonne.
Washington reports first detailed communique from General Pershing on American forces in the Montfauron area and surrounding towns. The dispatch confirms U S troops participating in operations near Monblainville and Vauquers, marking the commander’s first public disclosure of the engagement.
A Wash county court jury awarded C DeF Bancroft Jr 230.10 in a suit against the town of East Montpelier over damage to his automobile after an off road incident. The verdict followed a short deliberation after 5 pm and the panel then recessed for the week as no further case was ready.
The city board of civil authority approved about $10,500 in appraisal reductions after appeals by local property owners. Major cuts included Depot aquarie plant and mains from 45,000 to 40,000 and other home property reductions of 500 each. Agents argued the 1914 appraisal was too low or too high, with cases across North Main street and Granite street plants, coal company parcels, and Barre Gas Co. property adjourned or settled at new figures.
The Fighting Fourth Liberty Loan starts September 28 with a call to prepare, save, and buy early. The campaign urges public support and participation in funding the war effort.
Washington announces the national draft lottery will assign 14 000 000 men registered for selective service into classes. The drawing will be printed and mailed to draft boards and districts as quickly as possible. About 17 000 capsules will be used and the task will take roughly 26 hours to complete.
The report notes American troops moved into position without a hitch as the American army began a rive along the front northwest of Verdun on Thursday September 26 at 8 am. Secretary of War Newton D. Baker witnessed the start, with infantry advancing after bombardment and gas obelis obstacles.
Mire Margaret Hooth works as a clerk at the Barre Fruit store while Mrs F G Hiehardson returns to Keer Junction. Dr J W Jarkven recovers enough to venture out. TL G Bennett visits Boston with her son Eastman after an illness. Carl Burgess improves and may soon be released from hospital. The Barre Outing Club season ends at Berlin pond with a fish dinner and officers elected. Grip illness rises with one death. public health measures and weather may influence cases. Property tax appeals are heard for three parcels with adjustments discussed and adjournment requested.
Paris reports the Bulgarian government asked for armistice terms and peace talks. The French commander says he will receive qualified delegates but will not halt operations. London confirms Bulgaria’s official armistice request, with Caprtygen note of internal Cabinet rifts and possible revolution. Amsterdam notes the offer amid entente troop actions and German-sourced coverage.
Henry Watkins died at his home 9 Summer street after years of failing health. He leaves wife Miss Jesse Anderson, son Bouglan L. Watkins, mother Mrs Mary Watkins, four sisters in Montreal and Barre, two brothers in Montreal and Barre. Born Scranton Pa Aug 3, 187? grew up in Concord NS and Barre, worked as tool sharpener in the granite industry, lived in California three years, returned to Barre last December. He belonged to Hearts of Oak lodge and Italian Pleasure club. remembered as a warm friend and patient, with a wide circle of acquaintances.
Said Corey aged 20, recently residing in Graniteville, died at his home from pneumonia developing during a grip outbreak. Survived by mother Mrs. Mary Corey and Alex Corey, with cousin Peter Corey of Prospect Street. Born in Mount Lebanon Syria in February 1895, he came to America with his mother. Requiem at St. Sylvester's church Graniteville, with interment in St. Sylvester's Cemetery South Barre, Rev Fr Joseph Turcet officiating.
A Barre Italian community mourns Private Louis Sempreboni who died from Spanish influenza at Camp Devens. Relatives seek body recovery. funeral plans await cantonment notices. Other local Italians from Barre’s colony and area casualties are reported, with unclear funeral timelines amid wartime chaos.
Health officer advice leads Barre Town directors to close all schools for the entire next week. Superintendent G. J. Seager confirms no sending students to Devens due to influenza concerns. Gov. Graham notes a telegram from the War Department about Bowne lsh outbreak affecting Camp Devens. A Barre Gran ite Cutters meeting is announced for Saturday Sept 28 at 2 PM with important business led by J. B. Will.
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