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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1910
Page
1
A mob gathered in Raleigh after the killing of Samuel Taylor a city businessman by Carl Kelley. The sheriff swore in a posse to defend the jail where Kelley is held and authorities warned the militia may be called to preserve order amid rising tensions. No motive for Taylor's death is known.
Report from April 6 details Bangor carpenters securing wage gains in the first historic citywide carpenters’ contract in eight years. Painters press nine to five hours while masons seek 50 cent raises. contractors have yet to grant. Labor demand remains strong amid unsettled building trades.
President Taft urges Ohio to maintain strong representation in Congress, arguing eastern states gain power from better representation while Ohio should stay well represented. Senator Dick, listening, stresses unity as Taft praises Ohio’s role in shaping national legislation and endorses ongoing suffrage for representative strength.
Detective R J Blackmore testified that Clarence Glover told him his wife Hattie Glover had threatened to shoot him. The court refused a writ to compel testimony from Hattie, citing potential influence on probate evidence and noting the perilous position of counsel for the murder defendant. The judge denied amending the petition to add a case about marriages between Lillie M and Clarence P Glover.
Unclear notes indicate a delay in a government case concerning Coleman linked to April engagements of Judie Lovw and A P French. Coleman reportedly offers to plead to save government time and expense. discussions include Lockhart, Garland, and Wise with federal officials about operations in a bank.
In Salem Massachusetts on April 1 earnest local women raised 800 dollars to post bond for Mayor Arthur Howard who faced arrest and potential jail. Weary over liquor disputes, Howard had been warned of possible surrender to the court, as a large group of women staged a deposit at the clerk’s office while a bondman helped secure the mayor’s release.
In Springfield April, police captured four suspects Desi son, Frank Seymour, Edward Sullivan and Williden Cahill after a burglary linked to the killing of Merho Binckatane and Harriet Dow. Dow’s skull fracture prompted hospital treatment with meningitis feared. all four held on 2000 bonds as investigation continues.
A fragment notes a wartime intrigue in Manila involving bribery of soldiers to obtain planes and Peres in Corregidor. It mentions the absence of federal law and unclear diplomatic stances as authorities avoid dropping the case despite ugly implications.
The Comptroller of Currency issued a report of condition for national banks in Washington DC as of March 20. The notice indicates the banks’ financial status at closing time and mentions forthcoming notices in another column.
Wolter pleads not guilty to the murder of Ruth Wheeler. District Attorney says defense delays will be overruled. Wolter returns to court in New York where trial is set for the week of April 11. Assistant DA says the defense will be refused if further stalling attempts occur.
Philadelphia April 1 reports say after the rival yesterday of John Mitchell labor leaders held several conferences to temper the strike, aiming for a settlement. Authorities and city officials watched closely as discussions continued into the night, but the situation remained unchanged.
In Ctlea New York on April 1 a found body of a woman identified as Helen, about 40, was found with a skirt containing nearly four thousand dollars in gold and miscellaneous coins. The funds had been placed there by the woman in life and later recovered by charity officials who arranged the funeral.
Fragmented report indicates President Taft abandons a planned Western trip and contemplates visiting Millbury and Worcester. The notice mentions travel to Millbury, Mississippi, and meetings with railway workers, with references to Congress adjournment and related events.
In a to day hearing, WM Russell met claimant No. 2 and both refused to say if they recognized each other. The healer, identified as William C Rampell, appeared for the respondent in the Wye will matter. A lawyer’s office was visited, but no further clarity emerged as to their relation or recognition.
Mrs Tenry and friends visit Barre County kin. Daniele returns from Barre City. Alta Sleeper travels to Boston for work. Several locals, including Frank Momenway and Don McAllister, report grip illness and travel. Deputy Sheriff Thompson visits Barre City. auctioneer Mrenk Akjema sells assets in Verwbira. new town tenants and job changes listed.
A New Haven report notes a ten day strike with opposition to licensing. It says workers would gain 100000 in wages if they win and a potential 14 million annual increase. States including Illinois Missouri Iowa Ohio Kansas Indiana discuss impact and spread of the action.
Boston hears a commission report on Mrs. Kelleher amid claims she aided in her husband’s death. Chief Justice Aileen names experts from Cambridge and Yale to interrogate the accused, as April 4 date is set for trial. Prosecution cites life insurance as motive. relatives and neighbors questioned in a tense inquiry.
A frightening incident at a Lynn factory left more than six women workers hurt as a loom and winding machine tore a scalp and caused chaotic screams. Police and an ambulance rushed the injured to hospital where Dr Manik attended. The victim, reportedly with a mind unsettled, is connected to residence at Winthrop Street.
In a Boston woman's will, Agnes V. Willard's fortune leaves St Johnsbury Athenaeum $25,000 and directs a near two million dollar estate to beneficiaries. Theodorra Willard, surviving husband, and others receive substantial sums, with speculative provisions for the state of Vermont and library support in small towns.
A horse driven by Dr. W. W. Freel frightened by an electric car on Barry Street in Montprilier caused the vehicle to overturn. Mrs. Whittemore, carried by Dr. Brock to a nearby river station, struck her head in the crash and suffered a gash above one eye. She later recovered with no other injuries. Dr. Brock was thrown from the carriage and dragged about twenty five yards before stopping the car. he sustained injuries but remained able to move.
The funeral for veteran BP Laey was held yesterday afternoon at the Universalist church with Rev. Edwant Downey officiating. Friends and relatives attended as pallbearers from multiple local groups escorted the casket to Elmwood Cemetery for burial.
Spaulding seniors enjoyed a Washington trip with many sights and a Mount Vernon visit. They witnessed a Navy yard inspection, rode the Washington Monument descent, and mingled with Maine Vermonters while returning with tales for the spring term.
Randolph residents and guests are noted in a crowded column of social items. William Bruse of Antmore Pa. Mire Alice Hrure. Mr Hrwor travels for a company in Camden N J. Mrs Gilford and party leave for a two week trip to Minnesota. Prof W H Cummings of Claremont N H visits Mr and Mrs A N Towers. Grace Keefe trial and burial referenced. Various family movements, farm handovers, bank staff travels, illness of Lottie Button, and trains striking wildlife mentioned. Maria Carelli and others noted for Stratford Avon and Boston trips.
Mrs Cecilia Pierson died at her son Paul Piersons home on Mast hill street in Barre this morning after long illness. A native of Sweden she had lived in Barre six years and in Quincy ten years. Survived by eight children Nell and Paul of Barre Pole John and Annie of Quincy Hannah of New Mexico and others. Funeral Sunday in the oil county? likely omitted.
The funeral for Thurston was held from the late home to West Topsham for interment. A large attendance of friends and relatives attended as many flowers adorned the casket. Pallbearers named were D. D. Shurtleff, Foette J. Qirtler, Frank Snow, and Alderman L. fH. Thurston.
Sarah Pifteld, 73, died this morning at Heaton hospital in Montpelier where she had been staying for some time. She was the daughter of Trufige Vifeld and a sister to two brothers, Henry Fifield of Montpelier. The funeral will be held from the home this Sunday afternoon at two.
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Mayor Mate announces new appointees taking office April 1 with William Wishart sworn in as local prose nter. F R Davis and Dr L Leonard retain posts, while M D Lamb remains in limbo. Fire department, health officer, and clerk roles see pending confirmations amid salary debates and routine transfers. Overall, the city begins the year with experienced staff stepping into key positions.
Daniel Webster and Mrs Lilla Mils Tucker married at 8 last night in the Universalist church parsonage at 78 South Main, with Rev EC Downey officiating. They will reside at 10 South Main Street. ceremony witnessed by members of both families.
A new pact between the painters' union and the painters' association sets a five year term from April 1 with a wage schedule including 6p center lay and 25c for three years, eight hour day goal, and mandatory apprenticeship tiers. Machinists lodge backs a 10 percent wage rise and no work during signing. details cover four shops and granite industry wage scales.
Teck Cooma, a Maine born pitcher for the Tarre Montpelier club in the Northern league, refused a raise from President Shibe of Teck Coombs’ team. After a shock about his value, Coombs reluctantly accepted the larger salary, a rare case for a former Northern league star in professional baseball.
Talk of the Town reports G. Lawremée visiting Hartland for a Brisitiens Ys event. The Ladies of the Plithanmosie Club directed by LG Griffitha hosted an excellent concert at the hand fair last evening, drawing a large audience with FWp selections. Master Roland Ceagy performed, and an escort was requested for him. The evening’s entertainment will be followed by public statements requiring tax payments by the April deadline. The Vermont taxpayers’ secretary DF Davia will hold office hours in the city hall to assist filings, with delegates urged to attend from Washington, D.C., May 10.
A mysterious figure named Asilinus of Cig' of Tass appears in local notes, with sparse details about origin and status. The fragment hints at a notable persona connected to a distant place, stirring curiosity about background and role.
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