03 Apr 1907
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1907
Page
1
Boston April 2 A threatened team strike began at six this morning affecting seven firms with about 400 workers. No vehicles moved in any stables by noon and police remained on alert as union tensions and non union driver questions surfaced. Officials reported no decisive incident despite the quiet start.
Chicago April 3 Labor meeting of 49000 Western railroad employees held after a hurried call. They issued another summons for Labor Commissioner Neill and Hakeman Knapp of the Interstate Commerce Commission who had asked to appear before the men prior to a possible strike.
A Fitchburg Mass dispute paralyzes plumbing and painting firms as plumbers push for higher wages and apprenticeship changes while painters demand 32.80 per day. Negotiations stalled as unions seek a new agreement and employers resist elevated pay.
Former U S Senator Chandler discusses a complex Gliver case alleging jailers exploited Mrs Eddy to seek receivership and control of her $100,000 plus property. He rejects a new trusteeship plan and asserts the suit seeks to curb improper gains by relatives and court-appointed guardians.
Cincinnati Nationals defeated the Boston Americans 7 to 3 in the final game here yesterday. Kilian and Carrigan worked on the mound for Cincinnati while O Day served as umpire. Other games yesterday featured Washington Georgetown Yale Richmond Roanoke and may include Virginia and George Washington results.
The Chicago mayoral race ends with Busse defeating Dunne by an estimated 16,000 to 18,000 votes. Voter shifts favored municipal ownership of streetcar lines, while campaigns featured sharp rhetoric and attacks. Hearst campaigned for Dunne, defending rival positions and criticizing opponents.
St Albans April wedding of Miss Helen Andrews and Fred E McGrath of New York held at St Marys Church. Rev D Opalivan officiated as organist Eliza McNally played The Bride Chorus from Labish. The bride wore a blue Panama gown with matching hat and carried a white prayer book. Ushers D T L OGrady and B M Hyde assisted, about fifty relatives attended, and the couple left for New York to begin residence after a brief wedding trip.
New York April 8 A large gathering filled the Thaw case room as Lunacy Commission members including Dr William A White and Dr Allen Ross Diefenderf met. Dr White testified Thaw could not understand the proceedings or counsel and appeared to be suffering when the shooting occurred. The commission planned private examination, citing conflicting testimony and Thaw’s perceived condition.
A confidential letter from the President discusses a discharged stenographer attempting to sell notes from a private letter to a newspaper. The writer protests that any publication would violate privacy and cordial relations, insisting no action could prevent the leak. The incident involves an unauthorized transcript obtained by a New York newspaper.
In New York in April, workers employed in the McAdoo tunnel suffered bends hazards. Reports describe several men affected as crews hurried to the site, with dangerous bends and delayed acclimation to the change in conditions. Details are incomplete due to garbled text but indicate a tunnel accident affecting multiple laborers.
Folas Lynch, once clerk of the Woburn Health Board, was arrested in Utah on a warrant alleging city larceny. He posted bail after a five year scheme charging irregular draws from a local treasury intended for a soldier's widow. his resignation as health board clerk was accepted.
Obituary notes James Jones born in Bolton died today in Engeburgh Falls Albans aged sixty one. The deceased is described with varying spellings and possible middle names or affiliations. Burial arrangements unspecified.
A damaged report recounts the life of John D. Salisbury a self confessed counterfeiter who died by suicide in Rutland after a turbulent career including service in the Spanish American War and alleged work with the signal corps He drifted through Vermont before turning to crime and was arrested and sentenced to four years in prison On release he faced further trouble and died by his own action in Boston years after the counterfeiting era began
An unclear report mentions individuals tied to a court matter in Vermont. Names and places are partially obscured but reference to a trial, arrest, and a law agency. The fragment notes a payment or bond and a date in March or April.
Niles faces a murder in the first degree charge after a shooting that left a victim dead. The defendant, Dwight A, is to appear for arraignment and a preliminary hearing before the September term of Orleans County Court. He offered no statement about the shootings, citing prior trouble with arrests.
Death of A J WileyReported in Burlington April 3 with details of alleged post office robbery by Cole, Wiley a well known traveling masseur and former employee linked to Harvester and Mower manufacturers, burial planned at Valley Falls after services in Burlington.
In Washington county court a note case proceeds over alleged erased endorsements of 9000 and 600 dollars. The trial, linked to W. W. Catons Fife & Child, seeks balance claims around 997.18 with interest. Defense contends payments of 1000 and 3600 were erased and others altered, while plaintiff says near full payment except small sums. Court proceedings list local witnesses and related civil matters including a separate liquor case and a divorce filing continuation.
Fragmentary notes show Maxham and others involved with Middlesex board and awaiting service from a commissioner. Further names include J. E. Denemere, WL, and J. Till with unclear roles.
A fragmentary theater piece review discusses B C Whitsey and BG Whitney works with references to Pit Pail Pout and Forme Puition. It mentions performers Denman Maley and Lee, actors P. Morrison and August Melon, and chorus lines about the Atlantic City summer scene. The passage cites a New York Casein source and hints at sensational stage acts and songs.
In Pittsfield on April 3 Felix Maxwell was struck and killed by an automobile. Police say driver Alden Rampson, a local resident, was arrested after the incident. Maxwell, about 400 feet from the impact, reportedly died instantly. The crash occurred near a public water station as Maxwell crossed the street. The driver claims the accident was not his fault and followed the car after the event.
The International Quarry Workers Union reports widespread spring activity with branches at Westbury Be Ly New York Albion Berton Holly Rock Glen Buffalo Louisville Memphis Nashville Martinsburg and Junction Ky forming in areas lacking prior unions. Secretary McCarthy notes increases in some firms, with several agreements expiring and new terms under negotiation. The outlook remains positive despite scattered strikes and regional variation.
A Vermont Young People's Republican meeting plus Baptist gatherings convened at a Rutland hotel to plan work for the year. Officials and attendees included Bartlett of Rutland, Bran don, Foy, and many local leaders as well as visitors from nearby towns. The sessions covered committee planning and fundraising efforts.
April 2 in St Albans the license commissioners debated applications and voted to fase one class license. They set fees at 1200 for first class, 4500 for second class, and 200 for third class, with next meeting Monday evening to note all applications. The town form indicates likely no license for first or second class.
Governor Proctor tours Rutland as Highway Commissioner Gates leads county gathering on April 1. Vast crowd fills the room as officials discuss road projects and improvements over the past five years.
In Passaic on April 3 a fire claimed the wife and two children of Michael Sahapo. The blaze consumed the tenement and left subsequent inquiries noting the bodies found huddled in the debris. Neighbors reported the family resided near Taylor Street and the tragedy followed a day of tension within the dwelling.
Phoebe Jeannette Wiley died at her niece's Washington home. The obituary recalls her long life in Williamstown, near Wiltigamtoven, and her son John Mine Wiley, a familiar figure in Bare, with ties to Frank J. Martin. The interment will be in Williamstown.
In a fragmentary column the piece notes street names, a past route, and mentions Boston figures and local figures Travers and Danton. It hints at a historical road or path and a sense of community memory with brief, unclear references to events or places.
G C Stratton elected president of Vermont Mutual Insurance at Montpelier meeting succeeding the late chief. He has served since 1871 in various public offices including mayor of Montpelier and city alderman. He also chaired committees for city hall construction and historic city projects.
Noel he White engaged with a malfunctioning device at F. Hutchinson’s site. Four injuries occurred as the lathe tangled clothing and brick debris, pulling him into the machine. He sustained arm damage and was aided by D. Turner and others at the scene.
Charles E. Wood suffered a broken leg while coworkers at Eastern Revenue tried to set an eight foot granite column. The stone rolled, injuring his ankle and fracturing his leg. Dr Lazelle and Dr Ligouri treated him. he will be out of work for about six weeks.
The Ladies Aid of the hospital association held its annual ball at the armory with a large turnout. Whittier's orchestra played new selections and performed from eight to midnight. Door receipts totaled about 124 and refreshment counter proceeds around 85, netting roughly 100 for the ball.
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