Desolation Across District As Flood Menace Grows
Desperate efforts continue to strengthen the embankment around Hickman Kentucky as floodwaters rise and the river threatens to breach Heelfoot levee. An army of men, militia, and arriving aid struggle to shelter homes, rescue marooned residents, and avert catastrophe expected within days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hickman
Memphis
Tenn
Couriots
Annger Aune
Eut- Tepes
Wyatt
Caruthiasville
St. Francie
Saloon suits target caregivers and theater tragedy notes
Chicago readers learn of $175000 suits against saloon keepers tied to liquor sales at buildings later relocated. The April American Magazine excerpt laments a New York window washer death, probing shared blame among tenants, owners, inspectors, and builders, while musing on safety duties and complicit inaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Cntoons
Hattie Kauifring
Kautnun
New York City
Conviction in Assault Case Reported in Rutland Court
Rutland April 6 Valentine Malin found guilty in Rutland county court of attempting criminal assault on Miss Nellie Meehan of Starksboro a schoolteacher in Sudbury on November 6 1001. Jury deliberated twenty minutes. Testimony questioned by Hahn who claimed in Rutland that he was elsewhere in New York state and worked in Sudbury last year. Hahn described residences hotels and eateries in Rutland city during his timeline while asserting he was in Sudbury October 15 to December 11. Malin aged 67 denied some earlier statements and acknowledged a prior assault conviction in Rochester New York with a year in prison. he has spent time in Burlington and Chittenden county courts for prior trimming offenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rutland
Valentine Malin
Nellie Meehan
Starksboro
Sudbury
Hahn
New York State
Butler Bros
Clarendon
Marseilles
Sudsbury
Malin
Asaeult
Rochester
N.Y
Witness
Burlington
Marvel
Chittenden
Emery Keeps Sheriff Post After Senate Vote
In Agnesta on April 3 the Senate adopted an address for removal of Sheriff Emery on a charge tied to liquor interests. The House rejected two impeachment pleas, and the sheriff retains his office pending further actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agnesta
Senate
Sherif Emery
Richantson
Dorval
Hameo
Vath
Winattion
Cummins Captured Third Iowa District Delegation
In Waterloo Iowa on April 24 1 Cummins won the delegation to the national convention in the third district after a long ballot fight. The Taft and Cummins factions each had 72 votes at opening. Cummins delegates were elected for Cummins with the contest breaking a deadlock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloos
Iowa
A. 1. Cummins
Towa
Frank Wu County
Wang
Taft
Cumming
Comininis
Mulholland’s Aqueduct Dream Fuels Los Angeles Growth
The April American Magazine recounts William Mulholland, Los Angeles municipal engineer, devising the Owens River aqueduct plan to bring water 240 miles to the city. He studied southern California watersheds, persuaded city leaders, and secured bonds of 23 million dollars to deliver a five year project amid skepticism and bold ambition.
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Bil Mulholland
Los Angeles
Aqueduct
Mulholland
America
Southwest
Welle
California
Fred Eaton
Mom Helu
Dead Sea
Owens River
Sierra, Nevadas
Raton
Nevada
Owens Lake
San Vernando Valley
Women Battle Police at Silk Mill Riot Leaves Six Arrests
Hundreds of striking mill workers, mostly women, clashed with forty deputies outside the Karst Mann and Hulfman mill in Garside. Deputies fired revolvers over the crowd to disperse them as sticks and stones flew. Six arrests were reported amid the confrontation following a speech by an Industrial Workers of the World organizer asserting authority over the crowd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poxaaic
S.A
Karst
Mann
Hulfman
Hagan ! Wee
Wan
Ali Strikne
New York Mine Workers Press Demand for Recognition
Report from New York states coal mine workers plan to press for formal recognition of their union. An operator issue notes workers are not members of any official organization but are ready to proceed upon the mine's decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
America
Minn
Mills Stay Closed After Striker Picketing in Lowell
Lowell mills refuse to reopen Monday after a manager’s suggestion of remiring a test. Four hundred strikers gathered near the factories, with musical picketing near the Hamilton and Bigelow mills as workers protest delays and demand concessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lowell, Maes
Milla
Lowell Manufasterrars
Smger
Hamilton and Bigelow
Death of Mrs George Holmes in Waterbury
Mrs George Holmes died at her Main Street home in Waterbury after a period of illness. Born December 25, 1839 in Camden Canada, she was daughter of Jeremiah and Isabelle Stowell. She lived in Waterbury about 45 years, married first Thomas Smith, then Mr Holmes, who survives. Funeral Sunday at 2 pm from her home, Rev E F Newell officiating. burial in village cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterbury
George Holmee
Main Street
Immedium Camne
Andy EB. Stowell
Camden
Canada
Jeremiah and
Isabelle (Colquhont) Stowell
New World's Record for Night Torpedo Firing
Pensarnia Florida April 3 A new world's record for night torpedo firing was set in the harbor by destroyers Trappa and Monaghan Every torpedo struck the bullseye The group of five vessels averaged seventy percent against the night sky under favorable weather conditions
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pensarnia
Fla
Trappa
Monaghan
Garage Fire Destroys Fifty Private Automobiles
A major blaze swept through the Hannon and Henry garage in ensburg today, destroying a fleet of about fifty automobiles owned by individual residents. The fire caused extensive damage to the structure and its contents, with investigators assessing the cause and potential losses estimated near two hundred thousand dollars. Fire crews, municipal responders, and insurance representatives were on the scene as repairs and salvage efforts commenced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ensburg
Lawbochinet
Hannon and Henry
Burke's Severe Charge Not Sustained at Democratic Meet
Gurlington April 5 National Democratic Committeeman Thomas H. Browne of Rutland was accused by ex Mayor James K Burke of misappropriating nearly 1000 dollars in campaign funds at a public meeting after a state committee session. Browne refuted the charge, the motion to drop the matter passed, and Burke vowed to pursue the case but the convention date was left undecided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gurlington
National Democratic
Thomas H. Browne
Rutland
Camaign Fonda
James K. Burke
New Sherwood Hotel
Barwa
State Committee
Browne
Burke
Browse
Win Fen
Hi National
Barke Wan
Orn
Tawney
Ae Hurke
Uhltine Wis Moe
Tiwine Bond
Mr. Hurke
Jourdigetoe
Eiany
Mrr. Browne
Fontaine
Mr. Marke
Turkey
Tha
Pampecrad
Grand
Turke
Rieger
Charles Riewell
Montpelier
Sesson
Soslack
Vipon
Inter
MoMeldon
Motland
Hoo, Sthhurtlet
Mongvelien
Frank Pratt
Mvattichora
Committee On
Harlan BR. Howe
St. Johnebury
Charles D. Watson
St. Albane
Moloney
W. Ac Fultard
Burlington
Pownal
W. Clough
Enosburg Falls
Ehewen
Vermont
V. A. Multant
Wilson's Visit Postponed to April Trattleboro News Note
Gov. Wodrow Wilson of New Jersey, seeking the Democratic nomination, had planned to visit Trattlelane Friday evening and Saturday evening, but an emergency call to Tinole forced him to postpone. Governor Wiley dispatched the Jocks communitter to adjust plans so the visit could still occur on the revised date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trattleboro
Wodrow Wilson
New Jersey
Trattlelane
Tinole
Wiley Flent
Point Play Set For April 10 In Graniteville Hall
In Graniteville the play Point will be performed April 10 in Miles Hall Wortnesday evening at 8 o clock under the auspices of the ladies' old society of the Presbyterian church. All are invited to attend and enjoy themselves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miles Hall
At & O'Rlock
Ladies’ Old Society of the Presbyterian Church
Rutland Manufactory Worker Killed In Gears Accident
H B Solomon, 70 years old, employed twenty years by Rutland Manufacturing Co, was instantly killed in the factory when his sleeve caught in gears, drawing him into the machinery and breaking his neck. The incident occurred in Rutland and was witnessed before noon. His wife and two children survive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rutland Manufacturing Co
Rutland
H. B. Solomon
Rutland Manufacturing Company
Solomon
Hilland Manufacturive Company
Cing
Granite contract awarded for Dayton post building work
John Swenson Company of Dayton secures a large granite contract for the awning post building, with work started and expected to employ about 250 workers in all departments through the summer. The project requires substantial granite shipments from the company’s shed to the West and involves sizable transportation activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aw Postumios
Dayton
John Swenson Chonity Company
Goncord
Neonsni~tate
Amonut
Aeneond
Pians Sn
Punched sheriff arrested and jailed after street assault
Thomas Melprick resisted arrest in Montpelier and was brought to the city court where he pleaded guilty to a traffic charge. McCormick fought Sheriff Tracy, struck him and fled, then was tackled near Main and State streets and jailed. He apologized this morning and accepted no further prosecution on other charges.
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Thomas Melprick
Montpelier
Tracy
Webb
Montpelier City Court
McCormick
Sherif Trary
Mw Nuberjack
Gran. Ville
James Mcfadden
McFaiden
FC. Lawson
Sherif Lawson
Jar
McFaden
Lawnon
Lawenn
McFadden
Dave
Sheriff Tracy
Mainaul
Montpelier & Wells Hiver
Peck Bros
Steriff Tracey
Eight Smallpox Cases Reported in Hartfort Town
Hartfort on April 5 reports eight smallpox cases in Deweys Mille with town under guard. Authorities say health officials are monitoring the outbreak and isolate cases. Rumors point to Canadian origin and transmission through workers, with affected children at home under precaution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartfort
Deweys Mille
Canada
Struck in the Eyes George Gordon to seek Montreal hospital
George Gordon of Sat North Main street was struck in the eye by a flying steel fragment while at work and transported to Montreal for treatment at Victoria Hospital. Doctors expect possible loss of sight in one eye though the piece may have lodged in the eye. He is about 25, his wife living in Harvey. A telegraphic report said the eye would require removal if not. hospital decision pending.
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George Gordon
North Main Street
Montreal
TL 4
Bn Atoyal
Victoria Lapital
Gordon
Yan
Scott
Blackwell Treet
Lorton
Gardon
Lim
Toston
Veron
Gordon Teft
Barre
Central Labor Union Urges Settlement Amid Street Strike
Central Labor Union calls for settlement after a street strike disruption. Merchants and clerks received letters urging tighter action to reach an agreement. A meeting was held to discuss terms including a May date and an April settlement proposal. Members indicated progress toward resuming work and ending the stoppage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anil
Thor Alt
Central
Child Run Down by Sleigh Driver on Summer Street
A boy was struck by a sleigh in a street near Summer Street and Carr Street, while returning from school with another child. The driver fled after the crash, leaving the injured boy in the road. A girl helped him to safety as bystanders traced the sleigh’s path to a river, where the vehicle’s marks were found. Medical help was sought as the boy’s condition worsened with neck pain and paralysis. Authorities seek the driver’s identity.
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Keith Avenue
Henry
Carr
Echool
Ilan
Quinn
Good Friday Services Across Churches
A number of Good Friday services were observed today at various churches. Rev. ALC led an early morning service at Clare and additional evening services were planned around the region, with several pastors in charge and youth activities noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murrum
Withdrew Appeal of Patrick Kare in County Court Case
A prostet at the Northern dn Nortty Maline hotel withdrew his appeal after a morning incident and was later faced with the county court matter. He appeared without the usual credentials and could not pay the required fees, affecting the case handling this afternoon in the capital city.
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Patrick Kare
Honors at St Johnsbury Chapel Exercises Name Valedictorian
The St Johnsbury chapel exercises announced honors for seniors. Mannii William Nabe of St Lichnebury Valatieta Fan and Mies Mildret Rich of Mandelph named salutatorian. The ceremony featured Arthur Litthe of St Johnsbury and Welter Cleveland of Ceventry as honor graduates.
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St. Sunabars
St. Dolinebury
Mannii
William Nabe
St Lichnebury
Valatieta
Mies Mildret
Arthur Litthe
St Johnsbury
Welter Cleveland
Case Ends by Agreement in Barre Court
Washington county court reported a settlement in the case of John Gaynor versus Darcy Bros of Barre. The agreed damages were not fully disclosed, with court officials noting the matter was settled after lengthy negotiations that cleared the docket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Gaynor
Rey Bros
Washington County
Darcy Bros
Barre
Injury at the curls leads to hospitalisation for F. Tietvieck
F. Tietvieck was brought to City Hospital at noon after being injured this morning when a hook derrick snapped, fracturing him. He remained in critical condition with possible further complications as doctors assessed his injuries and treated him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Tietvieck
City Hospital
Derrick
Dwn Ionly
Talk of the Town Meeting and Visitors Admission to Concert
A local notice describes a Companion court gathering at F200 velock, with Henry Lynte of Williamstown among attendees. St Mary’s Academy students from Bor. Hington join Miss Miles and Miss Standish for a short city stay. An event at West street features a Master waration and a Friday concert with Kiley’s orchestra. Public invited. details blurred by OCR.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teenight
Velock
Hieorge Lynte
Williamstown
Mixane Clair
Kathtwen Miles
St. Mery's Academy
Bor
Hington
Thie City
Waration
Weir
West Street
Mautine Cunsing
Helen Standish
St. Mary's Academy
Miles
Isevtiainnd
Howland Hall
Mra. NT Batland
Ham
Kiley
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Hickman, Ky
Hattie Kaufman
Witney
Pat Uniay
W. P. Shegard
Valentine Hahn
Emery
House
Cummins
Day
Land- Waterloo
Passaic
N. J
The
Anthracite Commission
Lowel! Strikers
George Holmes
Trappe
Bullseye
Wilson
Brattleboro
Graniteville
R. B. Solomon
John Swenson Granite Co
Concord, N. H
Thomas McCormick
Frank Tracy
Officer's Club
Deweys Mills
Hartford
Montreal Hospital
Central Labor Union
Hardwick Clerky
Mattick
Clarke’ Indium Anil de Moereliants
Harold Carr
St. Monica's
Church of the Good Shepherd
Patrick Kane
ST. Johnsbury
William Babcock
Gaynor
Henry Emerdon
Tendelphiers Corry
Deavite & Vener Kboerrie Co
Attortey MW. M
Orange County Court
Supreme Court
Thyco
HULL
Iuins EB. Brown
Hurlington
Emerson
Cate
Fele
Exner Jae
Wellen
Frost & Deavitt
Eni Cream
M Hospital
Ciel
Kimerson Jett
Randolph
Ubelwa
Cass
BU Deasitt
Montpetier
Smith
Wells River
Jelie
Tord
Mont- Paling
Defomlanta
Kor
Atterney Gorton
Sista
Kom
Harvey
F. DeNicola
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