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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Apr 04, 1908

Page

1

Wife Testifies in Vanderbilt Divorce Case at Referee Hearing

Mrs Alfred Vanderbilt again testified before Referee David McClure in the divorce suit. Secret arrangements surrounded her appearance with no details leaked. Witnesses include Howard Kempster, valet to Cornelius Vanderbilt and later to Alfred Vanderbilt, as hearings proceed toward an early conclusion per family wishes. Marginal notes mention payments tied to a car bought in Vanderbilt’s name and visits by Vanderbilt before Europe departure.

New York Alfred Vanderbilt Waring David Mcblure Howard Kempeter Cornelius Vanderbilt Alfred G. Vanderbilt Fetter Kempster Mir Vanlerbilt Fidea Europe Su Vanderbilt Simaion Vanderbilt Grand Central Railroad Adelaide Flores Mme. Ruiz Mirciad Wiiloh Sage Ander

Gotch Beats Hackenschmidt in World Wrestling Title Match

Dexter Pavilion Chicago April 4 Frank Gotch defeated champion George Hackenschmidt after two hours of struggle. Referee ruled Gotch winner as Hackenschmidt yielded, crowd of 8000 surged into ring. Gotch offered a $1700 weekly exhibition fee. Gotch demonstrated a superior system and gained the title.

Dexter Pavilion Chicego George Hackenschmidt Frank Goteh Cateh Smith Gateh Hackensehmuut Getoh Geteh Hackenschmidt Khoate Hin Gochwasd

New Serum Trial Reported in Antwerp Study

Dr Leon Bertrand reports a new diphtheria serum in Antwerp with aims to improve treatment. The article notes the serum preparation involved a secret method, conducted under expert direction, and discusses the potential impact on patient care and antimalarial safeguards.

Antwerp Leon Bertrand Fartler Raperi

Five Million Gift by Andrew Carnegie Revealed

The article reports Carnegie's plan to add 5 million to the Carnegie Foundation fund, aiming to extend state university support. A condition requires state legislature and governor approval, with a 5 percent bonus and annual disbursement of 750000 dollars.

Andrew Carnegie New York Aost Aeindy Gamnekin Foundation de Clas Fonsi Etatal Cavangin Baptists Allowante Xyetom Carnegie Henry & Pritchatt Carnegie Foundation Tesching Levistature

Guilty of Murder Jury Reported in Island City

Karl V. Jacques was found guilty of murder by a superior court jury in Greenfield, Island City. The case involved the killing of Migs Eddy, a mill worker, with robbery motive alleged as the missing payroll of 113. The verdict came after about five hours of deliberation, with sentencing to follow later and a motion for a new trial expected within seven days.

Providown Karl V. Jacques Murnier Jacuad Wite Migs Eddy Green Ville Mise Eddy Island Tx Edward EB Trowbrik William B. Greenough Daniél G. Arnel Charles F. Bretnon Tila

New York Policemen Involved in Night Club Shootings

In New York on April 4 a rookie officer was mortally wounded after a clash with a sergeant at North Avenue and Fiftyth Street. Earlier in Forty second Street a struggle with a suspect escalated when Bresnahan struck Nester with a blackjack. Nerney later shot Bresnahan in the abdomen and was arrested, while a hotel resident named Hanover, 70, was killed in a related incident.

New York John Yeaterday James C. Nerney North Avenue Fiftieth Street Thomas McComtick William Nyster Forty-second Street Jie Bert Nohen Ami Tresnahan Nester Nerney Salat Sorsvy Bresnaian Nur Ray Trane Tewaevelt Caman N. H John Wil Lama Hanover Williame Ids

Protest on Violence By Socialist Parties In New York

New York April 4 Forty police in plain clothes within the Grand Central Palace audience with stenographers and Singulata present as socialist leaders including Robert Hunter denounce police action at Saturday riot club meeting. Alexander Berkman, discharged from custody, remains under caution as magistrate warns against further trouble.

New York Platy Grand Cenetral Palace Robert Hunter Snide Lionaire J. G. Phelps Stoles Morris Mitquiet Policn Alexander Berkman Union Square Hirowing L Arge Berkigan

Fleets Itinerary From Magdalena To San Francisco Coast

Washington April 4 The official itinerary of the battle itinerary was tested by the bureau of investigation today. Leave Magdalena on April 11, arrive San Diego April 14 depart April 18, reach San Pedro May 28, then Long Beach and Santa Monica. The route shows multiple ports with tentative dates in April and May, subject to weather and fog.

Washington Magdalena Dne San Diego San Pedro Long Beach Santa Monica Sam Pedro Con Ports Wx A Santa Harbors Santa Crus San Jancis

Retired Navy Officer Killed in Runaway in Norristown

John C. Spear a retired United States Navy officer was killed when his carriage horse frightened the vehicle in Norristown Pennsylvania. His daughter Mrs Herbert Von Slotzenberg suffered shock and injuries while three of his sons serving in the United States Army were noted.

Notristown John C. Spear United States Navy Herbert von Slotzenberg Mike Mary Sullivan Spear von Store ‘Nilivan

Besieged by beggars in Budapest hotel assault

Budapest reports a mob of fortune-hunters surrounds a hotel, harassing guests and forcing the countess to seek protection. Beggars block the doorway as donors press for funds, while the countess remains guarded inside and escorted by attendants amid the unrest.

Budapest

Rutland Gambler Indicted and Liquor Case in Court

In Rutland county court Michael Simpson faced gambling charges linked to a hidden wheelhouse area and seized paraphernalia. Ben Htence was suspended and ordered to report to a probation officer for two years. John K. Joy faced a liquor license violation for selling to a minor, with Pratt, age 17, claiming purchase of a quart of whiskey last October. Witnesses testified about Pratt’s presence and Joy’s response.

Rutland Michael Simpson Dae City Thin City Ben John K. Joy OL & Sevenmd Avi Pratt Shrewsbury Key Mobil Laos Yenton Teleserte Rampondent Pratt

Cambridge Wins Race As Expected In Telegraph Report

In a straightforward return, Cambridge clinched the race with a time around 1 minute 19 seconds. Oxfon or Oxford were noted as favorites, while Leech was appointed to a new position today and Philadelphia was mentioned in a premeet context.

Cambridge Tod Teen Caml Beige Ridey Joan Leech Washington Philis Ab Premeet Ne

Auditors Debate in Berlin Amid Training Claims

Ambiguous notes describe a gathering in Berlin about auditors and training. Dr Pahet, director of a spa facility, is named amid unclear statements. The fragment cites institutions and personnel with uncertain roles, hinting at formal review procedures and potential directives for the training program.

Berlin Pahet Spa Ile Auditors Alinow

Renting Comfortabty Today Apr 4

An OCR fragment reports a rental notice dated April 4 and mentions a group or guild and a papal or ceremonial term. Details are incomplete but indicate a local rental or civic notice with names and dates. Further readable specifics are unavailable in the fragment.

Apri Generph Guild Papal Siam Ring Vtogiahiy

Filipinos After MDs in Vermont College Romance

Vermont college scene shows two Filipino students earning medical degrees. Both men gain local popularity, plan to return to practice nearby, and integrate into American academic life while pursuing further study and medical ambitions.

Six Birds Killed in City Incident

An incident in East Dorset and Whitehall Granville, N.Y. involved Ruthend Apt Eo teen and a large feathered flock. Authorities noted a remarkable cash amount exchanged amid the case, with one bird harmed in the event.

Ruthend Dorset Whitehall Granville N.Y

Youthful Hunter Shot In The Back In Arandov

William Dobinson, son of Mr and Mrs J E Dobinson, was accidentally shot in the back while hunting sparrows with a companion near Tear street. The rifle discharged as it turned, the bullet could not be located by local physicians, and he was taken to Mary Fletcher Hospital, Burlington.

Arandov William Dobinson Mes J. EH. Dobinson Dobinson Rorcow Sanders Tear Street Satchers Dohinean Lin Rifle Mary Fletcher ‘Hospital Wurtington

Local Officials Named for Burlington Ceremony in May

The Rev Edward Puller is named secretary to the Vers mont Sunday School Association and Hes Nuttin serves as bookkeeper for Northern Provision company. The ceremony is set for May in Burlington with an official announcement made on April 4.

Edward Puller Vers ‘Mont

Unclear Weather Note From St Allene April 4

Fragmentary OCR reports a thermometer reading described as three degrees in St Allene on April 4. The text is garbled and no additional context or confirmation of location or time is available.

St. Allene

Farm notices from East Montpelier report missing items

Reports from East Montpelier allege that Mrs John arrived Thursday evening from a nearby farm associated with Herbert Leng. Mrs Sadin Lawson of Montpelier is cited in relation to a late afternoon event at a Geshe nae, with unclear details and items missing.

John Herbert Leng Sadin Lawson Montpelier

Burnap promoted to grand trunk rail system post

Robert L. Burnap, longtime Central Vermont general freight agent, is reported appointed district general freight agent of the Grand Trunk railway system with Chicago as headquarters. He departs for Montpelier then Chicago. his successor at Central Vermont is not yet named. Burnap is the son of the late Wilder L. Burnap of Burlington, a prominent state lawyer.

Robert. Burnap Han Beon G, F. A The Central Wilder L. Burnap Bt. Albans Althougth Itey Robert L. Burnap Agen Central Vermont Railroad Company Grand Trank Railway Eystem Chicags Burnap Montrest Chicago Vermont

Foresters Gather in Montpelier for Social and Delegation Events

Members of the Independent Order of Foresters from Barre, Montpelier, and nearby towns attended a meeting in Montpelier with sessions in the afternoon and a dance in the evening. Delegates to the convention in Toronto were named, speeches given, and a social reception featured maple sugar treats as visitors departed by special car.

Marre Mtral Vermont Railroad Montpelier Mik Ie Order of Foresters Montpelier Court Green Mountain Court Richford Ant High Ramewry Jo Bao Ot Sorpart Grimes Barre Graniteville Pha Worcester Courte Abbundance Aa Sonversion Toronto Kohl Jones SW. Armstrong B.A T. C. Fmmons Arthur Knight George Wheeler

Foul Play Theory Dropped in Walker Death Case

Autopsy by Dr. Stone indicated alcoholic poisoning as the cause of death of I. Walker, with State Attorney Gates noting no foul play suspected. The state attorney later took the case from the city health officer. funeral services were held at two this afternoon with burial in Tateintwood Cemetery.

Barre Yeaterday Tornouh Walker Attorney Gates H. Stan Ant Ud. Sprague Tate Laboratory of Hygiene Dr. Stone Pris Bultington Laboratory Stone M. Db. Lomb L. J. ‘Lennard Total Health State’s Ii OW. Marti Co Cooner Tatintwood Cemetery

Chief Gladding objects to Barre fire loss figures

Chief Gladding of the fire department challenges Barre's yearly loss report citing actual reckoning by his department. He asserts errors in the published figures, claiming the city’s loss was far smaller and that the figure combines city and town losses. He notes no payroll losses and questions the total of under a thousand dollars misreported.

Gladding Barre Agurincc Pred le Page

Minister's Wife Edith Haines Dead in Rutland

Edith Haines wife of Roy Eugene Haines pastor of the local Baptist church died after a nervous collapse on Washington street age 35 born Wemlock New York. She leaves her husband two children a 4 year old son and a 4 week old daughter and her parents. Funeral will be Sunday afternoon at 2 30 at the home and the boy to Canan es New York Monday for burial. No interviews will be given.

Rutland Edith Haines Roy Eugene Haines Abarl Washington Street Haines Wemlock N, YY J. W. Beam Perente

Talk of the Town Merion Beckluy seen in Marshfield event

Fragmentary local notes mention Merion Beckluy of Marshfield and several others visiting Middlesex today, with references to arrivals at City Water and a visit to a home over the weekend. Names include Rod, Knapp, Winter, Buckill, Tony, Whittemont, Berton, and others.

Merion E. Beckluy Marshfield Turtey Minn Theresa Tor Middlesex Rod Knapp Wil Mass Buckill Tony A. Whittemont Berton

Barre Tonight’s Event At Woodae’s Denne Site

Readable fragments show an event in Barre at Woodae’s Denne with Rolster lock and Babela whet pkey. LOCh Wrodean Pictures and Hale’s pavi ps seetien appear as unrelated items in the scant OCR scraps.

Woodae Rolster Lock Babela Loch Wrodean Pictures Hale Hon

Laundry dispute over rates and alleged wage cuts

The laundry owners deny drastic rate hikes while defending price adjustments for shirts and cuffs. They claim improvements in efficiency and lower apprentice terms as factors, noting reductions in 45 hour work weeks and pushback against newspaper rumors of broad price increases.

Montpelier Volunteer Hose Company Reunion Report

A Montpelier volunteer fire company reunion was held last night at Mill Town. Members told stories and shared informal refreshments after the meeting. The social concluded with noting the treasury and attendance.

Montpelier Velugieer Angesbeey Teninieskerg

Nine Hour Session Ends With No Details In Briefing

Boston April 4 The tie cutters strike held a long, opaque conference from 4 PM to 10 PM with adjournments and a sub committee chosen to draft a statement. Committees worked into the night and adjourned to 2 PM Monday awaiting further talks. The union later agreed to the existing wage scale, waiving demands for a raise for another year, with workers to return as manufacturers sign the current terms.

Granite Cutters’ Union Hame Sitente Boston Tub Canal Street Thoreday

Strikers Seek Pay Agreement After Worcester Meeting

The strike and its leaders, including D Webb of Worcester, face union lines as members meet at Hy hall to decide on wage demands. They consider a compromise to ensure pay levels equal to prior earnings, amid concern over job familiarity and the need for continued work. The session followed Tuesday night tensions and involved local labor figures and organizers.

Milford D. Webb Worcester Webb

Year Agreement Asked by Plumbers Union

The plumbars union held a well attended meeting last night to discuss a new wage bill. It proposes a minimum wage of 2.79 per day for eight hours and calls for a one year term, instead of three. The bill expires May 4 and the union awaits a response from the arbitrator.

Plumbars' Union Iwil

Montpelier Woman Dies of Heart Disease on Main Street

Mrs Colby, wife of a passenger coach worker, collapsed on Main Street in Montpelier amid a Central Vermont train strike aftermath. Stephen R Colby, son, and two colleagues present, reported the incident as a heart disease death occurring in the street with witnesses nearby.

Stephen R.’ Colby Montpelier Tor Dushand Colby Ty

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