30 Sep 1914
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1914
Page
1
Official French bulletin reports a rapidly developing turning movement north of the Somme as Allied forces sweep around the German right flank this afternoon.
New York voters show James W. Wadsworth Jr leading for U S senator with two thirds of upper vote in city. Calder and Davenport trailed, Sulzer defeated for progressive governor, Glynn Whitman and Gerard lead in Democratic and Republican gubernatorial and senatorial races. Hennessy may run independent. Hesay seeks petition to place name on ballot by Oct 18.
Allied turning movement north of the Somme develops rapidly and a German attack on Tracy Le Mont is repulsed with heavy losses. Paris reports no confirmed breakthrough. authorities say Allies secure numerous prisoners as the battle in northern France nears the Aisne.
A Milan Times dispatch reports that two Austrian warships attempted a sortie from Cattaro and one was torpedoed. The incident occurred as they maneuvered, with no immediate details on casualties or fate.
Berlin reports from headquarters in London say right wing operations in France have surged again, with renewed French advances near Verdun and Toul. The center remains quiet as the larger situation unfolds, while a separate manifesto signed by church leaders and theologians defends international good faith and the sacred duty of peace, praising restraint and urging unity among nations.
Japanese aviators engaged during the fighting at Kian Chow used bamboos hurled from aircraft at about 700 yards. The planes sustained numerous bullet hits to their wings yet they pressed home attacks and returned.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss English response to German evangelical efforts abroad. The text mentions nonconformist views in England, warnings about commitment to non rent measures, and a review of broader European history. The piece hints at a manifesto or argument linking actions to Europe’s history and religious outreach.
Berlin dispatch via Amsterdam says the German general staff reports indecisive battles on the Franco front with heavy fighting along the Messe line and a new assault from Verdun to Toul. Antwerp forts were shelled as Belgian forces repulsed an eastern theater attack. Government efforts in Suwalki reportedly failed amid heavy artillery actions near Oesenrence.
A brief, partially garbled dispatch notes Italians urged to rally to service as the flag call goes out. The report references London timing and mentions embers, hallas, and IRR 145 in a clipped transmission.
Officials from the National and American leagues meet with Governor Véner President Hay Johnson and August Herrman to set details for the World Series between the Philadelphia Americans and Boston Nationals. A coin flip will decide the first game site. Boston and Connie Mack favored different formats, while admission and other details will be settled at the meeting.
Chief Mahoney investigated a woman who sought aid in St Albans claiming robbery or loss of money and miles. She visited a church head, a clergyman, and a church society leader, then was seen at the station attempting to exchange a Bennington ticket for a Milton ticket before boarding the 3:55 train.
At the Orleans County Republican gathering in Newport, nominees were named for venitors H. T. Seaver of Burton and S. C. Wileat of Morgan. state attorney A. T. Grout of Newport. assistant judges FM Sears of Odwid and Elisha Lane of Newport. sheriff Ed Hi of Newport. high bail W. W. Wakefield of Trey. and Porter HH Dale as governor and Congress candidate in the second district. Portents of campaign oratory followed with speeches by the Republican ticket and a representative for Congress.
Albany dispatch reports mystery surrounding the deaths aboard the Modeen steamer from New York. Ten Tamengrrs of the Modeen are involved. a man found dead in a stateroom after an attempted escape is tied to a possible drowning. A second man, Mayo Krouns of Altamont, was found unconscious in another stateroom en route to hospital.
The report notes HH Blanchard's bid for the Springfield representative seat and mentions a rally with supporters discussing the November election. It also references reactions to Blanchard and rival figures, with discussion of local political dynamics and endorsements.
An elderly man, Lofabian, was knocked down by a car at the Lake and Federal streets junction in St Albans. He was tossed into the gutter and taken to his home on Jewell Street for care. Authorities note the victim’s condition is uncertain pending treatments.
The Vermont Baptist state convention gathered about 200 delegates at the First Baptist Church in Brattleboro. Henry Bond of Brattleboro gave the president's address and Rev. J Harrison Thompson of Randolph delivered the annual sermon as committees reported and officers were elected for the year ahead.
A slow speed collision on the Dane Angier bridge near Putney sent two cars into a brook. Mrs Corser was bruised. Mrs Sleeper and Martin Sleeper sustained injuries. The Overland car's front wheels tore off. C K Farmer was knocked into the water and rescued. Baxter's Maine car suffered little damage.
At the Rutland county convention Henry OC Bristin declined to be presented. The committee named Deputy Sheriff Allen C. Mason of Pawlet as sheriff candidate. Ticket includes W. I. Hulett Ernest Hitchcock Berlin Stafford Mullhan Tem ple Clift Sennett Mason Dwyer Coolidge Clark. Brislin protested after press notified him.
Howard and Co of Hardwick granite dealers filed a bankruptcy petition in the United States court. Total liabilities reach 11189.90 with assets around 8 000 and personal liabilities listed for Martin Howard and others. F. Howard shows preliminary liabilities 2750.78 and assets 3505 with exemptions. M J Coubig owes 645.65 with exemptions. Dut ton Mulowby of Hardwick act as counsel for petitioners. Frank T Finne of Baronet represented by Searles Craven of St Johnsbury. his liabilities 6500 with assets near 0 and exemptions.
Prouty launched his campaign in a rousing rally last evening drawing a good attendance from nearly every town in Fairfield County. He defended his position on reform, urging support for primaries and protests against corruption while pledging to uphold national interests and protect American workers.
Eugene Marchesi of Marchesi and Lotti, owner of Peerless Granite Co, suffered a brain concussion and facial bruises after a 41 foot boom on a derrick broke and struck near him in Burnham's meadow yard. He was briefly unconscious but survived. the boom was halted by stone, allowing repairs and resumption of work.
A fragmented plea and brief note concern funding requests labeled More Money and directed toward the Poor Department. The readable fragments mention Callen and Aldermer, suggesting a civic appeal for increased resources.
A council reading approved allocations for streets and taxes while health reports urged investigation of sanitary conditions along the river bed. Standpipes were placed to flood skating rinks with preparations to start before winter. Auxiliary lights in amusement houses were installed and odors near Sixth Street addressed by sewer expansion. Building permits were granted for several structures and a marriage license situation at the Universalist parsonage was resolved.
A businesslike alderman session led by Alderman Bancroft adjourned after committee reports. The street committee sent a bill to William Wyllie for repairs, but he refused to pay. Peter Wallstrom offered to pay, while O Beckley had not been approached. Patrick O’Connell and Bridget protested extra cents on Fifth Street, and warrants were approved for department payments.
Fred W. Suitor of this city is re elected to the office of secretary treasurer of the Quarryworkers International Association in the United States and Canada. Dana P. Green of Bethel received votes in a 1 to 12 ratio against the winner. The two year term means Suitor begins a third term. Local returns were sent to international headquarters and tabulated by the executive board.
Miss Jane Muir of Montpelier married James H. Crosier of West Berlin at St Augustine's church in Montpelier on the morning of 1930. Rev W J O Sullivan officiated. The bride wore light attire with a matching hat. maid of honor Addie Muir wore blue. The groom's brother James B Crozier attended. The couple planned a move to West Berlin after a stop in Stanstead Quebec where the groom farms.
S. S. Ballard of Montpelier resigns as secretary of the Automobile Club of Vermont after holding the position since 1909. He cites increasing business demands that require more time, noting his departure follows a letter sent to President Greeng of Montpelier. The organization’s membership had grown since 1909.
Charles A. Prouty submits papers as Progressive and Prohibition candidate for U S Senate. the filing shows seventy five signers from multiple towns including Albany Barton Glover Mantwick Windsor Bethel Rakereield and others in the region.
A garbled local note reports no fire at Northfield yet mentions Montpelier and a fire incident. The fragment hints at a charted event with a person named Lape and reference to New York or Sew Fork, but details are unclear and unreadable.
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