06 Apr 1908
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1908
Page
1
A London street collapse at the York Motel annex killed nine, fatally injured five others, and trapped about 30 employees. The old building, slated for demolition, was still occupied when it fell, and authorities suspect a gas explosion caused the disaster.
London authorities ordered outward opening doors and fire engine access provisions for all London schools after a fire disaster in Cleveland, noting that only 27 of 5000 schools have wide gates and walls that act as fortresses.
A 37 year old man named John Daly, living in Lynn, was arrested in Biddeford Maine on April 6 and held by police after Arlington Chief Urquhart asked for custody. Daly, claiming to be a plumber, arrived from Boston the previous Tuesday and said he had been in Arlington a year ago. He denied knowledge of Annie Mullin murder and wore a new suit, an old coat, and a black hat.
Pittsburg April 6. S. L. Gardiner, a wealthy coal operator of McKeesport, today shot and instantly killed his step daughter Dorothy Bradley and then shot himself, probably fatally.
A fragmentary report from Weston mentions a young boy shot near Mist on April 6. Details are unreadable in the damaged text, with garbled names and unclear circumstances surrounding a murder case and a person named Burr.
King Edward accepts Premierce's resignation amid constitutional questions and cabinet continuity. The premier remains in office pending a medical advisory decision, with Herbert Asquith awaiting confirmation of return to the premiership if needed. Sir Henry's condition remains uncertain as the process unfolds.
Mary McFlynn, 05, crossing Washington River Road toward Oak Square, was struck and instantly killed by a Western Avenue streetcar at 12:40 Sunday. The motorman, William Lockhart, said he could not sight the victim in time. The accident occurred on a darker stretch of road with a sharp pit in the surface. McFlynn’s body was taken to Sullivan’s for identification by relatives.
New York dated April 6 reports Miss Julla Isola died after jumping from a burning four story tenement at 470 E Parl Street. The blaze injured twenty tenants, some fatally, and nine residents perished in a nearby stable fire. Firefighters faced heavy demands as fear and chaos spread through the block.
Governor Proctor announces he will not seek the United States Senate this fall. He cites a desire to complete his term untrammeled and to avoid impacting his private business with Vermont Marble, stressing a commitment to public good over private interests. Other potential candidates remain, with Ex-Gov Paga leading among favorites as the legislature nears convening. Senator Stewart offers no firm commitment, while talk of successors continues amid ongoing political maneuvering.
Northfield notes two April 1 marriages by Rev. J. L. Sargent as Branton McPhee wed Jennie E and Dean Fr. Johnson wed Florence Ingstle. Foster remained silent on senate candidacy while Ky Gore Page also pursued the race. Company F members Branton McPhee and Dean Johnson are among the popular town’s young men.
Nearly 200 celebrate the fiftieth wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs William Ricker at their Maple Street home in Woodsville Nova Scotia. Born in Groton on April 17 1892 Rickerson began life with family farmers before a long cattle farming period in Utah and Minnesota and a 24 year residence in Woodsville.
Landon April 6 report notes J. P. Morgan seriously ill. F. Morgan said to be affected before an American physician Rome Baldwin was summoned. Partic u lars are unclear, with details not fully available.
From New York markets a correspondent reports moderate improvement in weather and trading conditions. Prices show some gain with cautious demand as the exchange floor notes a steady flow of orders and minor fluctuations in several items.
Fragmentary OCR yields a cryptic item likely a personal notice or brief column. Readable parts mention a spouse and possible action but lack clear names or dates. The garbled text prevents definite reconstruction of event or outcome.
Alice Morse discovered a gas leak and a missing lamp under the Bath church organ after a Holy rehearsal. Janitor Benjamin Cortig doused flames while Gairtie examined gas beneath the organ platform. Police traced the scene to a possible revenge plot linked to Tucker with a near-miss explosion that could have wrecked the church.
Chelsea figures from a year book show church growth with total benevolences rising to 61 618 and gifts to denominational societies down 7 801 from last year. Invested church funds reach 400 056 while indebtedness falls to 21 53. Home expenditures increase to 328 920 in 1907.
Governor Proctor pardoned Morrie Heunassey Willian Burke William Mack William Haden and Joe Carter all from Massachusetts who had been sent to the Windsor house of correction for 48 days for work profiteering. The men reported to Supt Morgan that while at Windsor they were fed poorly and medicine was withheld prompting the governor to act after Justice B reviewed the case.
The exembier committee of the secretary of St. Albans Hospital adopted a redety tion creating a nine member Women’s Hospital committee to oversee general management with weekly reports, pending approval by the exsensive committee. The change follows weeks of negotiations between the hospital directors and the women’s association aiming to gain authority and control of administration for better governance and benefits.
A 12 year old boy named William Dobine was fatally shot in an incident described as tragic. The event occurred Friday at around five o clock in the afternoon. Details remain unclear as authorities investigate the circumstances of the shooting.
Rutland April 6 a rail road station at South Wallingford was broken into about 6 o clock night $25 worth of goods including canned items a rubber boot suit and other gear were stolen. A passerby alerted railroad officer Brislin who notified Deputy Sheriff Heonand then tracked and arrested the thief along the track. The suspect, whose name was not released, claimed prior thefts in Bennington and Connexion while saying others stealing property did not justify his own actions.
Winthrop resident April Vlanagan, 49, was arrested after a fire destroyed several cottages and Crest Hall injuring a guest. About 40 people fled in night clothing as wind spread flames from a Norcross cottage to others. Total loss placed at 18000 dollars with the Norcross and nearby cottages burned, and one woman injured in the events leading to the arrest. Police called the acts suspicious amid conflicting statements. Flanagan remains under investigation for his sanity and motives.
In M Aletane Oklahoma on April 6 warrants were served on all players from a New York National League team and a Muskogee Western League team after a game. The sheriff cited violations of local laws and the men faced questioning while their travel arrangements were halted.
Word arrives of the death in Boston yesterday of Montpelier girl Wred Kemp. A funeral is planned there today and tomorrow. Mr Kemp is the retired manager of the Burminster hotel.
Fragmentary OCR note describes a petition for release of Sill or Wigoting Anna Whesler aging in state insane care. Court work mentions the petition, legal battlers, and the state’s role. Details are unclear due to poor text quality but indicate a legal contest in a state insane hospital context.
Fragmentary OCR describes a marriage notice involving Lawrence Miller and Mie Jyzale Te fey ef Elmer Millar dated in April with references to attendees and a reception. Text is garbled but indicates wedding related events and names.
Stranded passengers recount a late evening derailment near Jonesville while en route to Burlington and Rutland. The Greenwich Valley line train slowed to a stop as a rear track support failed, delaying arrival at Queen City and forcing passengers to wait for an offshoot service at Beane Junction.
The return to school sees multiple alterations in assignments. Sawyer replaces Aytes Whiteheal in Mathewson echoot during Whiteheal's California trip. William Wales substitutes for Albee. Mary Carleton covers for Abbott due to illness. Hart substitutes for Coape. Doane is detailed at Bakersfield home. Allen makes a transfer. Drusis Bailey fills for the term, with Walker taking the price role. Mathewson reports fewer absentees than anticipated and expects a successful final term.
Joseph Yule of Wyantotte reports a cockeral and three hens taken Saturday night from his henhouse behind his house near Montpelier. The thief used wire cutters to breach the fencing and escape with the stock, valued at a sum Mr. Yule bought recently. A reward of five dollars is offered for information leading to arrest and conviction.
Attorney Gates heads to Middlesex Wednesday for a meeting of county commissioners and a related will case. A letter from Attorney-Cienota Fitts urges the licensing of temperance permits and cautions against improper licenses, signaling tensions in the prosecution department.
Fragmentary OCR text from Barre shows garbled names and phrases. The readable portion notes a location or event at a house with pacing or movement implied but lacks clear subjects, dates, or outcomes to form a coherent news item.
International secretary treasurer P V McCarthy negotiates a three year settlement in Graniteville offering an eight hour day weekly pay of 26 cents for the average quarryman with a gradual rise from March 1 1911 plus time rates for boiler workers and explosives crews. The proposal aims to bridge the gap between 25 and 27 cent demands as unions and owners await votes on special meetings and tomorrow’s anticipated arbitration.
Montpelier saw a reduced strike roll as about 30 granite cutters left town last week and a large group departed again today. Last week’s strike pay was about 8200 dated funds for prior work, with exodus reducing active workers and impact on wages in the area.
Granite manufacturers in QuincyMass plan new price talks after failing to settle with the Quincy Union over ore replacement costs. A strike by 108 engineers continues as managers prepare to fill openings with substitute labor.
A settlement ended the Granite Strike leading to a new laundry bill. The Barra Laundry workers union secured provisions affecting wages and working conditions. The measure, signed Saturday afternoon, will take effect immediately, guiding operations and pay scales for laundry staff.
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