Fire sweeps small town destroying 75 buildings
A fire early morning in Lake Pleasant, Mass, swept through the town burning about 75 structures including the hotel, post office, stores, and several cottages. The blaze, believed to have started from a lamp burst, overwhelmed the area as no local fire department existed and aid arrived from nearby towns. Estimated value reaches about $115,000 with civil insurance. no lives were lost.
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Lake Pleasant
Mass
New England Spiritualist Camp Meeting
Sire
Yoringtowne
Lews
Xivil
Hite
Fire at navy yard in Kittery destroys patterns shop
A four story brick building in the navy yard burned last night in Kittery Maine, destroying valuable steam engineering patterns and stores. The blaze, whipped by high wind, threatened nearby officers quarters and a police building but was contained after two hours. Cororal Agnew of the marines broke a shoulder amid firefighting, with no other injuries reported.
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Kittery
Navy Yard
An Howe
Portamouth
Agnew
Yho ' Ds God Hydrographic Department
Massive Pittsburg fire devastates Zneler pack yard
A large blaze in Pittsburg on April 25 destroyed two acres of the Zneler pack yard along the Allegheny, causing an estimated loss of about 300 thousand dollars. Firefighters responded with four engines and many from nearby towns aided by mutual assistance as livestock perished and surrounding property faced heat and risk.
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Pittsburg
Zneler Pack
Allegheny
Pitts
Returned from Vermont conference among counsel
Returned from Vermont where counsel B. J. Foster and a Vermont contact joined as next friends in a Seymour equity case. The meeting, held with Mr. Chandler and Mr. Selsey, produced no conclusive details as to the plaintiff’s position. Memorial day plans include the Walterfield soldier monument ceremony on May 30. The Shelburne license board met to hear bar applicants. Edward Lawrence and Harry Pratt noted among attendees.
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Concord
Hormer Williams
Chandler
John
Ian Leiener
Equity
Mary J
Yeaterday
Vermont
B. J. Poster Vaid
H. J. Foster
Eddy
Shelburne
Baring
Tivo Ap
Edward Lawrence
Tragic double murder ends in suicide in office
In a grim office tragedy, Hoxs and Rose were shot. a young woman then killed Rows and herself after a chaotic confrontation. Dr Magee found the bodies. the killer, Alixa Stroup, 26, died by a self-inflicted wound. Rows had served in the Spanish-American War and lived with his family in Coal Hill. The case leaves many details unresolved.
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Panelita ‘akwRitbie Cineache
Rowshind
Rose
Ler
Ms Neck
Hin Bwin
Alixa Stroup
Serviee
Coal Hill
Kom Wasa
J. G. Rows
Philippines
Ite
Geil
Man Shoots Self at Holy Family Church
Rochester. N Y April 25 Herman R Mutschler assistant secretary of the inn St Macys pha Troms i a how mm bullet wound in the and wanitetad The act was committed at the Holy Family Catholic church where he was a member Found there about six o clock by the janitor He shot himself in the mouth with a revolver bullet lodged over the right eye Doctors report he cannot be saved tonight His father a noted cook declined to speak to doctors or relatives.
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Rochester
Herman R. Mutschler
St Macys Pha Troms i
Wanitetad
Holy Family Catholic Church
Henee
Bleelf
Ile Bredeeice Cooks Hit Wonacions
Comoral
William Jennings Ryan
United States
Chetopers House
Henge
Vaiden
Burlington
Iim
George Pred Williams
New Haven
Unie
Childeen
Leakbe
Mactin J. McGowan
Morrieville
Woluiber
Wtute
Democratic Cohynitton
Nurlington
Bryan Tec B
Dolygarion
Downeto Montpel
Efe K M. Jones
Jurtys
Bastar
Ives
Totel
Jones
Univeral
Hére
I Wealth
Vermont
Alwenne
Progrms
Aan
Less Jones
Xlao
Raltangiah Aneet
Tip
Lows State Association
G. Fred
Waterion
Ney
Bryan
Fished
Lombard College
Qalesburg
Hanover Ty
Dartmouth College
Xi White
Dispute on Ball Field Providence ER April 25
The Brown-Dartmouth game ended in the third inning after Umpire Lannigan ruled a Brown score, with Dartmouth disputing the call. Brown led 9 to 6 after two baserunners scored before the interference call against Paine, who was hit while running between bases.
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Providence
Brown
Ftmouth
Dartmouth
Lannigan
Gene
Eldes
Paine
Empire
Waseman
Painecout
Congressman Foster Talk Set at Local Church
Foster of Franklin will speak tomorrow at the church on civic issues. Aimed at residents including men and women, the event invites the public to attend and hear his views after returning from recent travels.
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I. Foster
Frarlinng
Lean
Roof Collapse Injures Nine Workers at construction site
A six ton roof section collapsed while workers raised a new story at a building, burying nine carpenters. Epenaceids a aa $3. ae the falls details injuries including a crushed leg, broken knee ligaments, back injuries, and other non life threatening harm. The roof fell eight feet to the floor beneath, with several rooms affected.
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Atch Snaly Co
Rionville
Adin Howey
Detectives Split on Marvin Case in Dover Del
Dover April 25 detectives split on the Marvin disappearance investigation. Pinkerton and state forces pursue two theories while combing woods near the Marvin home for the missing person. Rivalry between investigators has delayed progress as one suspect was freed this morning.
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Dover
Del
Alwolate
Tke
Bath
Marvin
Iter
A Sweet Burglar Smoked Out by Cadets
A garbled report describes cadets testing a plan to steal from J. Bertan Pike's store, failing after about seventy attempts. The piece notes confusion over names Clyde, Earl, and others, a failed haul of liquor, and locals hoping to catch the burglar involved.
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J. Bertan Pike
Clyde
Earl
Amy
Marshfield Brooks Stock Receives 15,000 Brook Trout Fry
Marshfield and Brook stock officials received a shipment of 15,000 brook trout fry yesterday afternoon. The fish will be stocked in local waters near Roxbury at Roxbury hatchery and other town ponds. A strict watch will be kept to enforce the trout law and prevent out of state transfer.
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Cownty Waren
Burton
Neawith
Jolmyenke
Towhmeltte
Roxbury
Joe's Pond
St. Joseph's Lake
Danville
Northfield Merchant Paine Files Bankruptcy Petition
Northfield merchant Robert E. Paine files for bankruptcy in Harlington on April 2. Debts total 3 067.02 with secured claims and obligations to district clerk. Petition lists creditors and amounts including 1 525.30 and 506 in secured claims amid a $3 017.92 bow.
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Robert EF. Paine
Debdis
Harlington
Nobert K. Paine
Nore
Pelitian
Calerdas
I Clube Ekvingt
TALK OF THE TOWN FLOWER MARKETS AND LOCAL MEETINGS
The notice describes flower stalls shrinking in newspapers at Bavatle and Montreat visitors. It notes Rev Ariel Bellomoi sermon at the Presbyterian meeting led by Rev W Macintyre, who gave a long talk on western Carolina. Mentions Rollins and George Linthleee attending events and Metropolitan Life Insurance returnees in the city.
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Bavatle’s
Macintyre Guve
George Linthleee
Howton
Important Court Decision on Water Power Taxes
A court ruling addresses water power taxation claiming the power was misapplied for profit. The decision upholds tax seals and limits on taxable use to farmers, with related tragic injuries described, including a man fatally wounded by a razor and a widow’s household details amid a troubling scene of a man returning to a house after an alarming event.
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Ighgate
Side Swanton
Burlington man held on alleged freight theft charge
In Rutland county court yesterday Peter Rickey of Burlington was charged with theft of 323 pales of Burlington freight wax. He was committed to jail in lieu of $1,000 bail. Rickey’s case was continued for further hearing.
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Burlington
Peter Rickey
Eny
Rutland
Felt House
Yeaterday
Cona County
Rickey
Vermont Cities League Report Receives Mixed Feedback
A Vermont and New Hampshire base league meeting addressed eligibility rules and schedule planning. Attendees from East Manchester A A and local clubs discussed player eligibility, with Montpelier sending input via telegraph and no birth issue found in the Montpelier report. The meeting adjourned with future appointment decisions deferred to a later call.
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New Hampshire
Daley's Pickers Eye Bell Plays for Montpelier Tryout
Manager A W Daley of the Litepetty team returned from recruiting trip to Montpelier. He says he has enough bell players and will report May 1 for Midwest league tryouts. Only one name mentioned Hall from Massachusetts and Inter a Tatarvity at Ottawa. Daley plans to try out Vermont players and any ready contender who shows up.
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A. W. Daley
Litepetty
Montpelier
Chuvetty
Hall
Massechuwtis
Ottawa
Montpelier Vemiary
Aleurry Tea Frown
Canada
Daley
Formont Odd Fellows Meet in Montpelier
The grand encampment of Formont Odd Fellows will be held in Montpelier beginning Tuesday May 24. Activities include a Thursday event and a parade on Saturday. The event will close with a march and program in the evening.
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Formont
Montpelier
Seeenine
Jury Not Wanted Ritland April 26
Ritland reports the jury drawn for the adjourned February term to appear in this city on April 51. The panel has been notified of a jury session. Judge Martin will hold a chambers court on a yet to be announced date.
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Ritland
Beaton
Wren
Martin
Bryan Comes This Evening Visit Planned at 6:45
Bryan arrives in the city at 6 45 this evening and after his speech will be guest of J W McDonald until tomorrow morning.
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Bryan
J. W. McDonald
William Jennings Bryan to Speak in Vermont Visit Towns
The long tour featuring William Jennings Bryan includes stops in Burlington Montpelier and Hanover with a Vermont crowd expected. Delegations from nearby towns and religious groups accompany the speaker as local officials plan large gatherings.
Bryan Arrival Sparks Burlington Meeting Cheers
William Z. Bryan arrived in Burlington shortly after noon amid enthusiastic reception. The crowd applauded as he entered the Van Ness hotel area then proceeded to a rally at the city hall where he was greeted by supporters and a large crowd.
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Burlington
Apel
William Z. Bryan
Jolimebuhy
Burke
Ness
Keban
Allen Club
Ty Ag
Ty Ag Dnl
Bryan
Cain the
van Et Nees
Dali
Bryan Eligible for Fat Men's Club Appearance
Local candidate Bryan spoke at Music Hall and an overflow Folantoy opera house event drawing the largest crowd since 1602. He arrived from White River Junction and tipped the beam at 227 pounds, joining discussions about opportunities and prints for readers tonight at Magic.
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William J. Jost
Burlington
Music Hall
Whiteiver Junction
Harrlem
G. Bonds
Tate's
Amd
Quo Warranto Proceedings Against Middlesex Commissioners
Montpelier April 25 Judge John H Wotaan signed a petition for quo warranto against Middlesex County Commissioners over holding office. The petition claims improper election timing and seeks remedy until the Supreme Court rules. Several petitions related to the Shady Bill district and liquor licensing timing are noted. Also reported is a near train accident in Morleeille as Will Jan J Bryan narrowly escaped injury while a driver swerved to avoid a platform collision.
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Middlesex Commissioners
Montpelier
John, H. Wotaan
Supreme Court
H. Venglema
Shania
Beret
Cine
Leone
Iuilewk
Kok
Densmore
Commie Siemens
Ges Tego
Hyena
Dietriot
Frank Wiitmey
Chem
Morleeille
Frothery
Mornig
Jan J
Bryan
Avoit
Bryan Thrown Out At Otis Cutting Birthday Party
Mr and Mrs 7 Cutler hosted a social gathering in honor of Master Otis celebrating his eighteenth birthday. Relatives and friends from A P Abbott and others gathered at the Abbott store then at the church parlor where a guessing contest awarded a hand painted bonnet and velvet Plano pieces. Gifts included a ring from the store, a goat figure from his brother, and money from his mother. Readers at Congregational Church sent best wishes as Otis enters adulthood.
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Cutler
Otis
Rod
A. P. Abbott
Elerks
Tate
Mr. Abbot
Pauline Cutler
Maud Coburn
Elie
Neoat
Libs
Rehag
St Idotian
Alvbeatt
Jeboubory
G. W. C.hgl
Dolnebary
Anite
Mie
Unclear historical note on delegates and schedules
Fragmentary OCR text references delegates and a timing in April. Not enough readable facts to identify people places or events. Contains garbled phrases and stray names, no coherent report or outcome to summarize.
Granite Men Protest At Special Meeting Over Rail Service
Workers from Granite and Central Vermont pushed for relief at a special meeting after rail promises were not kept. They cited engine shifts, yard work, and a shortage of rolling stock causing layoffs, with a committee to seek relief from the state railroad commission.
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Central
Vermont
R. R
Four Hours Discussing Liquor Licenses At Barre Meeting
The Barre city board spent four hours discussing liquor license applications last evening with a vote delaying final action. A second meeting is planned tonight to announce successful applicants as Quinlen and partners face further objections.
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Barre Heer Som
Lcense
Quinlen Welahey
Lapen W
Quinlen
Heme B
Praised Roosevelt at White River speech by Jimotson
An April 25 crowd gathered at the Gates oper horse venue to hear a speaker whose outline of government included a humorous taunt about the dangers of modern policy. The speaker praised President Roosevelt and critiqued the current state of governance while invoking broad calls for reform.
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White River
Gates
Jeaker
Bryan Aleve
Bryan
Roosevelt
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