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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1908

Page

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Worst Riot of the Strike in Chester Pa

Chester Pa April 16 The worst riot of the strike period occurred as strikebreakers and revolvers attacked, injuring two employers one seriously. Police cordoned the streets as a mob of about 1000 gathered near the Baltimore and Ohio station. Cars failed to start, and the strike continued with no wheels turning. Mayor Johnson urged arbitration zones as calm returned by Saturday despite a large mob response.

Chester Maes Tegan Barlier Agli Rica Ab Wax Thorn Johnson Althaven Baltimore & Ohio

MecCarren Unseated Amid Derisive Cries

York April 16 State Senator McCarren led a faction at the Democratic county convention amid loud derision and protests. He was greeted by cheers from supporters but faced a strong majority opposing him and threats of departure. The session opened with conflict over credentials and adjourned amid disorder as McCarren supporters protested, while rivals prepared to carry the fight to the convention.

York Hali Inn W York Ed Waa McCarren Gall J Eins Bird & Coler Kings McCarrén McCarreste

Confessed, It Is Said A Death on Canal Street

Providence reports Henry Kel died after an incident on Canal Street. Frank Lyons, alleged to have caused the death, faced investigators as details emerged. A police chief indicated Lyons confessed after a later conversation, with the suspect described as 23 years old.

Providence The Henry Kel Canal Street Frank Lyons Tuenlay Morton Lyne Kelley

Pay Not Enough to Teachers Highlight Vermont County Talk

A county school joint meeting in Montpelier drew reps from multiple towns. Superintendent Morrison of Concord urged administration reform and said Vermont and New Hampshire must educate for their states. He and others noted teacher pay averaged 6.50 dollars daily with board and 0.50 without, spurring calls for higher wages.

Washidngton Montpelier D. D. Mathewson Barre Exatier Staite Supt Magan Stange My Morrison Concord N. Hus N. Hus Afrianne 2 BL Fivepatrick Graniteville Gilbert Silkoway Middle Ex J. C. Childs Bouth Barre Morrison Vermont New Hamphire New Hampshire Tas

Father’s Terrible Act Shocks South Carolina Town

Nellie Swinney a sixteen year old girl was killed after a prank at a local school. Dr Swinney a New York physician, is said to have shot his daughter after confronting her at the school. Authorities believe his mind may have become unbalanced following the alleged fault in the family matter.

Asiville S.C Mt Tit Nellie Swinney New York

Twenty Die as River Steamer Overturns in Stockholm

Stockholm harbor reports a river steamer Gotadlf overturned after dragging with a load of petroleum barrels. Twenty deaths are confirmed. passengers and crew details are unclear as investigators summon witnesses. Detectives probe near the vessel’s last known position.

Stockholm Gnataburg Gotadlf

Marriage at Rutland Unites Butler and Barney

An elaborate Rutland wedding joined Miss Helen Maria Butler and John A. Barney in a ceremony at Butler house led by Rev. Eugene Haines. Attended by 250 guests, with Florence Butler as bridesmaid and Amherst Weeks as escort, the event featured gifts including $500 in gold from the bride’s father. The couple plans to reside in the city after a two week trip to Boston.

Rutland Helen Maria Butler Daugher M. Butler The Law Butler & Moloney John A. Barney Rochester Sompaty Eugeny Haines Iy Hapitiet Jude Butler Mim Florence Hutler Kynemaid Amherst Weeks Clarendon Léonard Dy Smith Middlebury College Wallace W. Nichole J. Edward Coppe Waide City Soston

Growth of Vermont Grange Marked By State Pace

Brattleboro April 11 State Master Jorge W Pierce said Vermont began ramapium for the organization and monthly granges. He cited charter memberships near 4000 with about 140 granges active in the state. Officials noted national Fraternity in Philadelphia and plans for May meetings with speakers from state and national offices.

Brattleboro Jorge W. Pierce Poe Fsa Philadelphia Mire Chsuetio Statn Martey

Cross Divorce Case Follows Afternoon Hearing

Aveltant Juley Wella and Windh Weld are splitting in a divorce case heard this afternoon as part of a court action styled against M. Cross by Charles Tottr. The proceedings center on the dissolution of marriage and related arrangements.

Juley Wella M. Cross Fem Charles

Milford Jewel Invasion Ends In Fire Theft Loss

A Milford store owned by James Over Wax was robbed and set ablaze today after receiving two threatening letters demanding $1,000 and jewelry. Fire insurance covered the $3,000 damage, with $200 in jewelry reported stolen.

James Over Milford Mass Jamos Over Hele Ip Nation

Holding Two Men In Woman's Death At Hyde Park

Stows report Charles Gilde and John Warren were jailed in Hyde Park after an alleged fatal assault on Mrs. Jane Sweetser. An autopsy suggested cancer. authorities held the men for a Justice Watts hearing. Funeral services for Mrs. Sweetser were held yesterday and she was buried in Rank cemetery.

Stows Charles Gilde John Warren Hyde Park Jane Sweetser M. Watts Bwosteer

Lockout After Strike Hits Hale Chair Plant

Bennington area records show Hale Chair company at Earth Arlington shutting down operations following a strike. A 100 percent wage reduction proposal and layoffs affected about 125 workers, with some employees remaining at work briefly before the closure.

Bennington Hale Chair Eart Arlington Lee Seong

Shooter Bound Over In Wife Shootings In Bristol

Joseph Haskins, 70, bound over to county court after shooting his wife three times late Tuesday night in Bristol. Mrs. Haskins, 65, is expected to recover. Haskins claimed temporary insanity or a nightmare spell as his defense. he resided in town and was regarded a quiet, pleasant citizen.

Bristol Joseph Haskins Hasking Srv Haskins

Thirteenth body recovered at Chelsea rubble scene

Boston April 16 one more body was found at the rubble of the Chelsea tire plant today raising the death toll to 19 percent. An incident report lists 75 names and notes tearing down chimneys as the day’s main task with many narrow escapes from falling bricks.

Boston Chelsea

Montpelier Hardware Store Sold to Bellows Falls Buyer

The hardware business on State street Montpelier is sold to Dan R On Mi of Bellows Falls, son of Dr. ER Campbell of Bellows Falls. The sale, to be announced next week, will form the core of a new company in which the buyer will hold a majority of stock.

Page Moreg State Street Montpelier Dan R Bellows Falls ER. Campbell Bellows Palle Amonounee Purobaker A& the Company Ae Ae Hue Wisihoss Mete Bilder Montrade Toporl Progmony Hines Pixon Bradf Urd Epworth Fvagne Lyagnes Knights of King Arthur White River Nioe

Withdrawal of Private Sale in Me 1 Gowan Property Case

A Montpelier bankruptcy attorney represents several creditors in the adjourned case of Gustin Melowan. The private sale of the M. J. Me 1 Gowan property was withdrawn today as part of the proceedings.

M. J Gowan Property Montpelier Gustin Melowan Ot A. A. Kas Sicha

Vermont conference notes vigor and conflicts in 19th century church

The Vermont Methodist Conference reports a second day of sessions with strong enthusiasm, debates over restoring Rev. S. C. Johewm, and calls for aid to superannuated ministers. Meetings highlight revival interest, district progress, salary increases, and continued evangelistic work led by Dr. Brishingham Hill Bevatinghem and others. Memorials honor Mrs. Cushing and others as the conference adjourns after character readings and organizational business.

Beild Ender Brushingham Wrof Milly Prat Hill Bevatinghem Che Chun Iqua W. B. Dake Shire of Barton Zion's Herald L. C. Sherburne General Conference Lewis Barton Tending Epworth Bible School Lyndonville Knights of King Arthur Pene Brotherhood of St. At Barre Island Pond Newport Sheffield Thies J. Eb, Sweet Ional Tan O'Elonk D. Lance Ieland Pond Woman's Home Celley Fairlee EB. A. Legg Bradford Firewater Ohio

Teacher Howe Named Acting Principal at Seminary

M S Howe acting principal at the seminary since 1901 tenders his resignation. Trustees considered release from duties but he declines. Howe plans to continue at the institution with his wife, though details remain uncertain.

FB. M. Howe Pelior Seminary Higher Matheranticn

Talk of the Town chatter from Beane and nearby areas

The column lists visits and movements of locals and guests including Ti. M. Parker of Beane visiting Harry Brooke, Mr. Hepet York from West Balton visiting relatives, A L. McLean of Granitavilla en route to Wisconsin for a quarry foreman post, and Henry Solari in Kits oity placing a consular sign. It notes Waldron’s Peoria business opening, Rev KM Puller attending a conference, P S. Masenoo from Montpelier releasing a ballroom floor space, and assorted arrivals at the Northern Inn and Pity hotel with brief social notes and an upcoming moving picture show.

Ti. M. Parker Beane Harry Brooke Tday Hepet York Waldron Asaehl Peoria Davie KM. Puller Een Rinte P S. Masenoo Montpelier J. BR. Tierney Wintoread Uw Northern Lintel Dwight Ke East Braintree St. Albans Mec A. le Elliott Ficke Stockompany Pity Hotel Iavt W. D. Slater Toon F. A. Navom Porton A. A. Clunlend An Sewbury Meg Ven Dorringie Musrlinggian

Anniversary social marks growth of Ladies of Clan Gordon

Ten year anniversary of the Ladies of Clan Gordon Order of Scottish Clans was celebrated at Woodmen's hall with over 200 attendees. The event featured a play My Auntie Heiress and a substantial supper, plus remarks on the group’s growth from 49 to 213 members and its social and welfare benefits.

Clan Gordon Woodmen's Hall Carson Welcond Miksel Christine Rae Oisie McDowall Barbara McDonald Helen Johnston Peattle Lucy Grant Annin Sctmpers Celia Dower Ina Paterson Jean Soeriff Viorence Ingall George Angus Mra Janes K. Coutts Wood Mensoo Willasnase

Conference Ends With Hint Of Pact In Manufacturer Talks

After a lengthy session from 1 40 to 10 p m yesterday the committees for manufacturers and polishers adjourned to 1 30 this afternoon and remain in session. Four timed talks indicate progress toward an agreement though details are unclear. A proposition from manufacturers was rejected and a counter proposal drafted for their consideration. Strikes continue with weekly pay being disbursed.

Wiich & Proposition

Syrians Form Star of Lebanon Benevolent Society

Syrians in Barre organize the Star of Lebanon to aid nationality members with financial needs and burials. The group meets Sundays at the Syrian colony headquarters. about 45 members are in Barre. Asael Corey leads, with Alex Corey as president. the badge features green white red with initials in metal.

Star of Lebanon Barre Seuesky Utene Abe Presmit Cnlony Treet Barre

Chapman Steps Down as State GOP Leader in Middlebury

Thad M. Chapman no longer heads the Republican State Committee after four years in the role. The Middlebury event marks a transition as party officials shift leadership due to internal dynamics and evolving efforts to revive campaign strategy amid a broader statewide push.

Thad M. Chapman Republican State Committee

Fragmentary 19th Century Item Mentions Teatirii and Worthen

Fragmentary OCR notes reference bishop velure and Meth with phrases like Teatirii and Worthen. The legible fragments hint at a theater or religious context, with unclear names and partial titles. Further text is needed to determine a coherent event or person.

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