Speakers Praise Caledonia Heroes At War Parade
Caledonia County speakers lauded wartime heroism after a St Johnsbury parade drawing tens of thousands. Adjutant General Herbert T. Johnson highlighted Company D’s machine gun role and St Johnsbury casualties, while local leaders and the Fourth of July committee honored returning soldiers and sailors. Judging noted close competition for parade prizes including best float and best decorated automobile.
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Caledonia County
Court House Square
St. Jownsbury
Herbert T. Johnson
St. Johnsbury
Frank H. Brooks
Joseph Fairbanks
Paul J. Moody
Chauncey A. Adams
Herbert. ‘W. Johnson
John W. Tinker
Army Beats Navy in Closely Contested Game at Campus
Ahearn and Raymond Fisk starred as Army edged Navy in a crowded campus clash. The close contest kept the score tight from the start, with Navy threatening to tie near the end as spectators enjoyed nearly two hours of live sport.
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Live-wire Committee Behind Great Celebration Program
The roster lists Edward Uassem as chairman with Army Secretary Arthur P.F. Stone and Reed as treasurer. Wakefield and Ellis in fielding. It details finance, parade, publicity, entertainment, speakers, catering, fireworks, reception, and property committees. Major Henry W. Bilis chairs Soldiers and Sailors with subcommittees aiding.
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Army
Arthur PF
Stone
Reed
Charles G. Braley
Wakefiled
Ellis
J H. Brooks
R Fisk
Connor
Sechalimar
W. H. Paylor
W. A. Ric Ahearn
Gallagher
Gilbart Bi. Woods
George C. Car Foye
J Fisk
Rolf Searles
C. Roy Calderwood
B. A. Palmer
Charles W. Steele
James Congeove
Fred C. Gilson
H. A. Power
J. H. Brooks
Dan Noel
Charles H. Horton
M. Berry
C. B. Brown
EB. N. Randall
Prank J. Harris
Charles G .Locke
J. G. Amey
Gage
James McDonald
Arthur F
J. Lachanes
W. E. Lurehin
J. W. Randall
F. W. Kelley
Waterman
George H. Stearns
A. H. Gleason
Frank W. Ball
Frank Lb. Carr
O. D. Adams
Maj
Henry W. Bilis
Frank G. Landry
W. A. Taplin
A. E. Ashcraft
P. F. Hazen
Harry B. Care
B.A. Fletthe
H. B. Carpenter
Mararet N. Hewood
Alvin W. Print
81. Sommerville
T. Sargent
L. W. Stafford
B A. Palmer
James Cosgrove
Charles TE. Peck
F. B. Jacques
David Frechette
L. N. Smythe
L P. Leach
Preston E. May
Charles E. Peck
T. H. Underwood
Edward G. Aszolin
Harry W. Witters
W. H. Young
Tenry W. Gillis
A. L. Brigg
Joseph Brunelle
Henry Howard
Soldiers’ and Sailors
J. W. Tinker
H. A. Wilcox
Chauncey A. Adame
Danville
President Wilson to dock at Hoboken Tuesday afternoon
A wireless from the George Washington reported by the Associated Press states President Wilson will dock at Hoboken at three o clock Tuesday afternoon. The message appears amid routine maritime dispatches and notices from the ship's journey.
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National Bank
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London
Pield Marshal von Hindenburg
Ebert
Germany
Copenhagen
Special Turkey Dinners at Newport House Tourist Headquarters
The Newport House in Newport VI promotes special Turkey dinners every Sunday. Excellent cuisine offered under the management of A M Bowen, proprietor.
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A. M. Bowen
Widespread World News From Halifax to Peru
A late bulletin bulletins report ship positions near Halifax with crews safe, a German Conservative party proclamation opposing government, Wilson praising soldiers in Washington, a damaged Handley Page Atlantic flight near Newfoundland, Hindenburg claiming responsibility for German actions, a Martinayde biplane test flight in St John’s, a triple death in Lewiston from a railroad auto crash, French deputies debating a national lottery, Peru’s presidency overthrown with officials imprisoned, a crash near Minot killing three, and Italian labor unrest with mobs injuring and shops looted amid flooding oil and wine.
Crescent Club Street Carnival Draws 4000 To 6000 In Colorful Pageantry
A Crescent Club street carnival transformed Avenue and Portland into a luminous block with 4,000 to 6,000 revelers. Incandescent light strings spanned Railroad street, sawdust dressed macadam for dancing, and a large crowd enjoyed bands, costumes, and prize演 performances led by Chairman Swanwith. Notable participants included Signor and Signorina Pallizuca, Uncle Sam on stilts, and a wide array of characters while Constable Marty Livingston maintained order. The event ran from eight to midnight with entertainment and photography throughout the evening.
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House Committee
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Dan Noel
Walter Lewis
Frank French
Mastern Avenue
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Signorina Pallizuca
Merrymale
Carl Reynolds
Signorina
Steve Carpenter
Nelson Ranney
Bone Dry
Atulph Searles
Kitchen Police
Bert Shepard
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Clyde Fuller
Marty Livingston
Muletta
Frank Evans
Harold Jenks
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Orrie Jenks
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Porky Harris
Ray Pond
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Fred Moore
Roy’ Calderwood
Ted Gox
al Drouin
Dempsey Knocks Willard In Quick Championship Fight
Jack Dempsey defeated Jess Willard in a swift bout in Toledo as spectators debated the round of victory. Dempsey scored a rapid first round knockdown spree and claimed the championship after a one sided battle that left Willard battered and unable to respond by the fourth round. Willard’s corner waved the towel, ending the fight after repeated knockdowns and a brutal assault.
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Associated Press
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William Harrison Dempsey
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Jess
Two Accidents Reported At Crowded Event Saved By Police
In spite of a large crowd and heavy policing two minor accidents occurred without major harm. A powder charge injured a boy slightly on the fairgrounds. A girl’s foot was caught when a temporary band stand collapsed near Eastern Avenue and Railroad Street, raising fears of a broken foot while spectators aided in the rescue. The Crescent Club doors served as the racket area with entertainers circulating through the throng. Dancing paused briefly after 11 but resumed as lights glittered and confetti showered, making the night a festive spectacle in St Johnsbury.
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Caledonia honors returning heroes with village celebration
A grand St Johnsbury tribute enshrines Caledonia County’s war effort. A day of parades, speeches, and home cooking for soldiers concluded with an air display by Lieut. Torney of Seattle who performed loops and dives above the fairgrounds as 10,000 spectators watched.
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Seattle, Ward
Morse
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