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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1921

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Court Delays Ruling In Tufts Case Over Evidence

Boston August 8 Counsel for District Attorney Nathan A Tufts argued before the supreme court that Attorney General J Weston Allen acted from political motives in seeking Tufts removal for alleged misuse of office He sought to introduce evidence that Middlesex County conditions improved during Tufts term and to call all superior court judges to the stand The court delayed ruling The hearing covered related cases including Dr Alfred W Lavigne death charges and other instances of auto theft and disorderly conduct cases The district attorney also noted restitution funds from stolen machine purchases were used for their intended purpose

Boston Nathan A. Tufts Middlesex County Supreme Court Generis J. Weston Allen Tofts Tufts Anid Melvin M. Johnson Rugg Pie Alfred W. Lavigne Lowne Eran Bell Superior Court Allen Meical Lavigne Tifis F. Howe Cambridge Elill Counsil Uiem Atorney Essex County Tufts Ding Wairhairn Pao Ie Annecece Sawyer Sherifh Tufte Thes

Bishop McDonnell Dead in Brooklyn Diocese Leader

The Right Rev. Charles Water McDonnell, head of the Roman Catholic diocese of Brooklyn, died shortly before noon. Rita McDonnell, his sister, noted he was born in New York. He was 62 years old.

Brooklyn Brentwood Harice Kidward McDonnell Homan Catholic Sisters of St Jet Rita McDonnell Brooklyn Dices New York

Fifty Arrests Reported in Jugoslav Parliament Clash

A dispatch from Rel reports fifty communist members of the Yugoslav chamber of deputies were arrested amid police action. The arrests follow a wave of parliamentary dissent and are linked to an alleged assassination attempt against Prince Nicholas Alexander in June. The motive and exact charges were not detailed in the report.

Paris Jugo Slav Jugo-Slavia Negrat Alesander

Rear Admiral Sims Praises Ulster Men

Belfast notes reveal Rear Admiral William Sims published a letter accepting Belfast comrades praise for his London speech condemning Sinn Fein sympathizers in the United States. He cites broad American press approval and letters shaping Anglo American relations.

Belfast William Sims London Sinn Fein United States Ulster United 04

Fourteen Sinn Feiners Released From Ballyminiar Camp

Fourteen Sinn Fein members of Parliament released from Ballyminiar internment camp announced by Desmond FitzGerald Sinn Fein minister of propositions that all eight tried republican claimant members will report themselves at the Mansion House upon arrival in Dublin.

Belfast Associated Pressi Sinn Feinn Ballyminiar Desmond Fitzgerald Sinn Fein Mansion House Dublin

Irish Republican Parliament Prisoner Case Sparks Paper Debate

Jota J McKeown blames subordinates for the refusal to release him with other imprisoned Irish republican parliament members. He argues the decision was made by British officials via technicalities, not by higher authorities.

Associated Water Jota J. McKeown McKeown Dune

Bangor and Aroostook R R valuation set by ICC

In a Washington report dated August 8 the Interstate Commerce Commission fixed tentative valuations for the Bangor and Aroostook Railroad Co. The Seaport and Venn Buren Bridge Co. were included. Seaport valued at 1 550 000 and bridge at 250 000. Bangor and Aroostook total capital stack placed at 24 240 000, with Seaport and Bridge holdings also listed. The Bangor and Aroostook owns all stock of the related properties.

Washington, D.C Bangor and Aroostook Railroad Co Interstate Commerce Faruos Northern Maine Seaport Railroad Co Ven Buren Bridge Co Bangor Arocoh Seaport Pommis Ion Sald Beige Company Aroostook Bridge Wither

Massachusetts A F L convention opens in Springfield

The 2th annual convention of the Massachusetts branch of the American Federation of Labor opened in Springfield today with President Thomas M. Gerraughty presiding and about 400 delegates present. The four day meet expects 100 to 130 resolutions addressing issues including the Whidden art union and voluntary associations uniting labor groups, a cause strongly opposed by some leaders.

Springfield Maes Mivwraclusette American Federation of Labor Thomas M. Gerraughty

Railway Carmen's Convention Report

A fragmented report notes activities of the Brotherhood and early agenda items at a meeting attended by Tom, F. William Werte, and a secretary. The readable text references the convention and initial matters before the gathering.

The Brotherhood of Aa Fae William Werte Rage Crevetary

Personal Bond Result Shuffles July Quota Arrests in DC

In Washington DC a series of arrests involves men charged for exceeding July allotments in a quota system. The case implicates high ranking officials including the attorney general and representatives, with details referring to an ongoing internal inquiry and official statements.

Washington, DC

Unemployed Mob Sets Fire at London Timber Yard

In East London five thousand unemployed men stormed a timber yard advertising for fifty workers and set fire to lumber valued at 1,000,000 pounds. Fire brigade aided by mounted police contained the blaze after damage spread before flames were checked.

London Associated Press Enst

Navy to Train ZR-2 Crew for Ocean Flight

Washington reports that every member of the American naval crew assigned to the dirigible ZR-2 will receive special instruction and training under a Navy Department program. The crew, largely involved in airship construction, also undergoes technical courses and physical training for the 3,100 mile voyage. In-flight meals are planned with a full table d'hote, hot food prepared by cookers attached to the airship, including breakfast with cereal bacon and eggs coffee, lunch with roast beef soup and cake, and dinner featuring clam chowder roast beef potatoes spaghetti pickles and canned peaches.

Washington, D. C United States Navy Department

International six metre race ends in tie for cup

In the sixth race on Augury the British and American teams each scored 18 points in the six metre contest from Cowes Isle of Wight. Britain had won three races to America’s one, making the Americans’ chances of securing the cup appear hopeless.

Cowes Isle of Wight

Nucleus of Comet Detected At Cambridge Observatory

A bright celestial object seen with the naked eye near the Sun yesterday at Leek Observatory, California, is suspected to be a comet nucleus. W W Campbell at Harvard Observatory reports the object close to the Sun, brighter than Venus, with experts awaiting further night observations for confirmation of a comet or potential nova.

Bre Perse Leek Observatory California Harvard Dservatory W. W Campbell Tack Observry Harvard Cambridge

Conference on arms limitation date awaited by China

China accepts November 11 in Washington as a tentative date for a conference on arms limitation and questions of disarmament. The government notified the department and awaits official confirmation of the schedule.

Washington Washington, DC Temitaten of Armaments Sid Dieumion Mur Wasters

Alaska Steamship Disaster at Blunt's Reef

Eureka California reports the steamer Alaska split in two after boiler explosions near Blunt's Reef. Seventeen dead were brought to Eureka, with 31 missing believed dead. Anyox of Vancouver rescued survivors, including a woman and child, as fog and submerged rocks doomed the ship en route to San Francisco. Captain Hobey reportedly chose to go down with his vessel.

Eureka Cal Alaska Blunt’s Reef San Francisso Anyox Vancouver B. C Wil Sever’ Mn Oiis Yrard Rena Erker Qorneliaa Ore Ehéebo Eileen Dyer LaGrande Eileen Grace Campbell San Francisco Dyer Land Beth” & Byrd Clinton Wright Denville S 4 Mise Minneapolis Henry Vil Annox Mra Wright San Monguy Harty Ober Hobey Aveny Amy Abip

Des Moines Western league sets assists and chances records

In Des Moines on an August day against St Joseph the Western league team posted 43 assists in a nine inning game, 27 putouts, and AO total chances, with the shortstop credited for 13 assists and the outfielders making only three fielding errors, all reported as records.

Des Moines St. Joseph

Italian resident in Bennington abducts infant at orchard home

An apparent kidnapping scare in Bennington turns out to involve Joseph Nappa, an Italian resident, who entered The Orchards, seized Edward Everett’s six month old daughter, and claimed he was taking the child to Ben Venue. He was arrested after being confronted by staff and later examined by a physician.

Bennington, Ang Olt Bennington Joseph Nappa Kappa Edward H. Everett Mr. Everett Ate Nappa Sree Hn James Colgate New York

Rev William Crosby Succeeds P J Long at Montpelier

Burlington reports Rev William P Crosby of Proctor will replace Rev P J Long in Montpelier. Crosby, a Ludlow native, was ordained in Montreal on December 17 1904 and has served at St Peter’s Rutland St Mary’s Cathedral and Hyde Park missions before leading Proctor since July 1918. He was born in Ludlow in 188.

Burlington William P. Crosby Proctor Joseph Rice P. J. Long Montpelier Crosby Ludlow Montreal St Peter’s Church Rutland St. Mary's Cathedral Hyde Park Father Croaty

Forest Fire Quelled Amid Heavy Rain in Cyunesoe Me

A severe forest fire near Cyunesoe, Me, was largely stopped by a heavy downpour. Volunteers and Martland firefighters used engines and wagons to fight flames and then returned to quarters as rain eased the danger.

Cyunesoe Martland Ned Howe

Pound Sterling Rise Amid Mixed International Rates

The London market showed a firmer tone with the pound strengthening against several currencies as European and Nordic quotes moved. The London quotation advanced six points with notable gains in pesetas and other key rates including Swiss francs and Danish krona, while Scandinavian currencies saw modest shifts.

SMG Lonal Maes London Ebor Ces Hite Switzmand Copenhagen Stickholm Halland

Mayflower Yachting Party Nears Home

A report from August states the Mayflower return party in New Hampshire is nearing home. The yacht was about seventy miles southeast of Cape Henlopen in Delaware Bay as dawn broke over the morning.

Mayflower Pres. Harding Cape Helepen D.C New Hampshire Cape Nelepen Deleware Bay

Untitled Car Crash Report From Weintenville Street Scene

A damaged local notice describes a car sideswipe incident on a Weintenville street. The report mentions a van and a named witness Corti, with left fender damage and related injuries or damage noted, though details are unclear due to garbled text.

Bette Esa Morse Vans Mordyrock Oll Wien Corti Weintenville Fender

Bethelman Twice Robbed In Store Burglary

A Bethelman general store and residence were entered overnight, with $338 stolen in currency and checks from two purses. Main Street storefront near the Central Vermont station. burglar entered via upstairs then downstairs, taking $3 38 and some checks while the owner slept. Police seek clues as to method and timing of the break-in.

Ithes Aug F. L. Martin Martin Main Street Central Vermont Rilroad Mrtin Elmer Stark Mr. Martin Mr Martin

Ten Mild Smallpox Cases At Asylum

Waterbury reports ten mild smallpox cases at the state hospital for the insane after a new patient introduced the disease. The ward is quarantined and inmates are sedated while officials urge no visitors to the institution. Superintendent E A Stanley says the outbreak is under control.

Waterbury Aug State Hospital Honoo EA. Stanley

Died at 59 Mrs Margaret Griffin passes in Barre

Mrs Margaret Finnery Griffin aged 59 died peacefully at her daughter Donna Griffin’s home on Park Street after years of ill health. Born in Ennis Ireland in 1862 she immigrated to Canada and settled in Ontario before moving to Barre several decades ago. She leaves 11 children 36 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren with a large Barre family. Funeral plans pending St Marys Catholic Church with Catholic cemetery interment.

Margaret Finnery Griffin Donna Alisit America Canaque Ontario Thomas Griffin Griffey Almonte Barre Marrion John H Kutin Griffin Mre Jureday St. Manies Gi Ieaving Berkley Street

Paginal at Graniteville Funeral Details

In Graniteville a funeral service for St Sylvester's church took place Saturday morning. The poll bearers listed include eminent Gareran and Premk Bourgett with Ed Fournier and Fred Tangrhamp assisting. The service proceeded to St Sylvester's cemetery for interment.

St. Sylvester's LaChenre

Barre Boy Mercer Wins Vermont State Golf Championship

Rutland August 8 Vermont state golf title goes to 17 year old Leslie W. Mercer of Barre who defeated Frank Taussig of Teria Field Club 6 5 in a 36 hole final. Mercer led by five after nine holes and maintained a slim margin through the second round, finishing strong with a 40 on the final lap to clinch the victory. Frank Taussig won the playoff for low qualifying score, while Frank Clark Ekwanok claimed the first division runner up spot.

Rutland Vermont Vey Taussig Foy Mercer Frank T. Clark Ekwanok Frank Taussig Leatie W. Mercer Barre Frank Twusaly Corset Frank ‘T. Clark B. L. Shields Mt. Anthony R. W. Maynard Waubanakee A. F. Woddtin Loving F. le Chaffee G. W. Raymond J. P. Katey Brattleboro Gross Sore Prise Frank W. Agan Lui HO

Maccabees Picnic at Caledonia Park Delights Members

Ladies of the Maccabees of Harmon Review hosted a Saturday picnic at Caledonia Park with 75 to 01 attendees including husbands and friends. Contests for boys and girls, a baseball throw, races for married and single contestants, and dances entertained, while refreshments and social games completed a cheerful afternoon.

Harmon Review Caledonia Park Edmond Norman- Idew John Corskie Robins McDonald Winona Lillie Robert Phillips William Lillie William Lillie Phillips James Murray Elmer Clark Iitet Alex, McKennie Margaret Clark Miex Yarland Mice Deloria Forresting Ndwad Virginia Bennett Linscall Witliam Hillie Robert Pili Alex Simpeon

Simpson Blanchard Tie The Knot In Washington Wedding

Otto Das Simpson of Washington wed East Barre’s Hessie O Blanchard Saturday evening at Ne home 6 Camp Street in a ring ceremony. The bride daughter of Mr and Mrs Will Blanchard of East Barre graduated from Spaulding High School. The groom is a farmer in Washington and many friends wish them prosperity.

Otto Das Simpson Washington Hessie O. Blanchard East Barre James Rege Camp Street Aed Will Blanchard Enet Barre Spaulding High School East Orange Coga

Accidents Mostly Slight in Barre Area Traffic

A flood of brief accident notices lists Barre residents Merle Catto and Vincent Catto among drivers, withRB. Canta and Pred Cladin involved in collisions, and Leo Barre and Packant of Stowe cited for minor incidents. Reports mention a dog being run over near East Montpetier Pond and a creamery run interrupted by a car accident with minor damages and no serious injuries.

Othe Merle Vincent Catto Barre Montpetier Canta Cladin Corinth Lisbom N.hs FC Wetemome Daree Leo Barre Moree Agree [Packant Stowe

Fire damages South Barre Granite Co plant in Barre

A blaze at the South Barre Granite Co plant in Barre Center destroyed the entire roof and damaged machinery and wiring. Fire officials indicate the fire started outside the main plant near the boiler room, possibly from children playing near the building. Insurance covers losses across three agencies. investigation continues with a suspect boy questioned by authorities.

South Main and Circle Street David Rennie Aurelia Bardelli South Main Street South Barre Granite Co Walter Johnson Howland Nnance Rte Lews McAllister & Kent Drew Lynde G. Herbert Pape A.preble Henry Furio Abbiatti Charles Abbiatti South Barre Granite Co. Inc Messrs Carlo, Brusetti Eugenio Cozzi Martino Bertolini James Moruszi Adie & Milne Turing

Death of John Marr in Williamstown

John Marr aged 71 or 72 died Sunday after years of ill health. He previously stayed at Otisville tuberculosis sanitarium and was a granite worker in Williamstown and nearby areas. Born in 1874 in Loghaven Craigen Aberdeenshire Scotland, he came to the United States 22 years ago. He leaves two sisters and a brother in Sewteee. Services will be held Tuesday at 2 PM at the Marr home in Williams town with Rev. Charles Walsh officiating. Friends may view.

John Marr United States Williamstown Willamstown Hemme Williams Town Charles 1 Walsh

George Mutch Funeral Held At Sister’s Home

The funeral for George Mutch, who died Friday morning after illness of about six months, was held Sunday at 2 o'clock at the home of his sister Mrs. Peter Mutch in Ottawa. Interment followed at the Ganoc Cemetery. Flower tribute came from the immediate family with pallbearers Allan Milne, Damian McMitter, William Young, DW MacDonald, and Robert Kuyer, with their daughter Faith from Williamstown.

George Muteh Hia Slater Peter Muteh Casitas Allan Miloe Damean McMittem Wiliam Ma Alert Emf DW. MacDonald Mieeh Medd Robert Kyrerh Williametren

Gold Bar Racepte New York The Typewistny Fan 7 4

A garbled OCR fragment mentions New York and a possible race or event with figures 7 and 4. The legible elements include locations and a person or title, but the full meaning is unclear. The text is incomplete and cannot confirm names, dates, or outcomes.

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Bishop M'Donnell Jugo-Slav Chamber of] Deputies Sinn Feiners R. R Massachusetts A. F. OF L Mass Toronto Venus China Teen Dimond Lend Sohn Co Lyme Blunt's Reef Pacific Ocean Gov. Small Linele William DP. Crosby I. Long Oquonsoe Portland Purde W. T. Campbell Bethelman F. L. Martin’s Margaret Griffin Daughter Paneral Graniteville Napoléon Isabelle Barre Boy Leslie Mercer Caledonia’ Park Simpson—Blanchard Washington and IS. Barre GR George Mutch Peter Gold Bar Racepte
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