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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1904

Page

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Immense Armies Lock In Face Combat In Far East

Japanese and Russian forces resume fighting near Liao Yang after a brief respite as heavy losses mount on both sides. Military movements indicate large scale clashes with no clear breakthrough yet.

Russians and Japan Clash Near Liao Yang Amid Shifts

Liao Yang August 31 reports renewed fighting between vast Russian and Chinese forces with claims of Russian gains and later losses. Russians deny retreats and say they were pulled back.

Battle Report From Liao Yang Front Leads to Casualty Estimates

General Sakharov reports no rapid bayonet encounters as reserves cover the front near the Talischo river. He states fighting at Liao Yang and along the four front positions shows our troops recovering gains while Japanese forces suffer casualties. exact figures remain uncertain.

St. Petersburg al Sakaroff Liao Yang Talischo River

Japanese Forces Report Footing Near Liao Yang

Aug 31 report says Japanese troops gain footing on the outskirts of Liao Yang as reinforcements reach the front.

Tokio Liao Yang

Wireless Telegraph Station at Chefoo Dismantled

Washington reports that the wireless telegraph station at Chefoo has been dismantled. General Fowler at Castoor¢ notes the Japanese called it a violation of neutrality and the Russians were thought to have used it to transmit military messages.

Washington Fowler Castoor

Fitchburg Woman Dies After Street Table Incident

Mrs. W. W. Newcomb of Fitchburg died after being struck by an express train on the Boston and Albany tracks near the Boylston Street bridge. She had been in Boston visiting her brother for health reasons and was suffering from mental distress following the death of a daughter.

Boston Ang W. W. Newcomb Fitchburg Boston and Albany Boylston Street Bridge

Central Labor Union Adjourned Meeting Notice

An adjourned meeting of the Central Labor Union will be held in Carpenters' Trail Nichols' block on Friday evening December 2nd at 7 o'clock. Badges and tickets will be given out to a committee on Labor Day plane, and as other business of import to come before the meeting. All delegates are urged to attend. D. A. Cook President, Alexronside Secretary.

Central Labor Union Carpenters’ Trail Nichols' Block Ber

Vermont Regiment Sets Out For Manassas Maneuvers

The First regiment Vermont National Guard with 775 officers and men will depart Thursday morning by Central Vermont and Rutland roads, crossing Brattleboro to meet the second battalion in Manassas. They camp at Brattleboro then proceed to Manassas for exercises under Col. J. G. Estey.

Burlington Vermont Vermont National Guard Mavassas Central Vermont Brattleboro Rutland Road Manaswas Manassas J.G. Estey Brat- Heora

Three Hours Conference Between Union and Quarry Firm

A three hours conference at Rutland between a marble workers strike committee and R C Birnie representing the Columbian Marble Quarrying Company adjourned without statement from either side. The meeting began at three and adjourned at four.

Rutland R. C. Birnie Columbian Sdes

DARE TURNED FATAL KILLINGS IN GRANVILLE AND KATLAND

In Katland Davidl Roberta, 19, son of Thomas Roberts, was killed after touching a live wire during a dare. In Granville Daniel McHenry, 20, who had recently married, fell from scaffolding and died minutes later. Both incidents occurred yesterday afternoon.

Katland Davidl Roberta Thomas Roberts Granville New York State Line Roberst Daniel McHenry

Rutland Wins Thirteen Inning Clash To Tighten Race

St Albans finally toppled the Yorkers after a 13 inning battle. Rutland beat Burlington to pull 28 points ahead of second place as Barre Montpelier trails by 7. Hyphens face St Albans in a doubleheader. Rutland could widen or tighten the standings depending on results.

St. Albans Burlington Rutland Barre-Montpelier Barlington Wlatteburg Plattsburg

Train Collision In Burlington Yard Involves White Mountain Engine

A misplaced switch in the Depot Yard near Central Vermont yard caused a collision between a local train and the White Mountain engine at about 11 o'clock. The engine and several cars including the combination express smoker and mall car overturned. Expressman E W Ring and W Coburn of Montpelier were slightly injured. passengers were shaken.

Burlington Aug White Mountain Vermont E. W. Ring

Incident at Newark milking farm ends with reform school

During milking at Newark a French youth employed by a farmer shot by accident grazed the student Phillip Smith on the head then hit a cow. The shooter, described as mentally unbalanced, has been sent to reform school in Townsend in August.

Jrany Pries Pletol Mic Reform School Townsend Phillip Smith Newark

O Brien Invincible In Rutland Victory Over Burlington

Rutland wins 4 to 2 over Burlington as O Brien shines on the mound with strong support from Hartman and McMahon. Burlington errors cost the visitors with six in the game and a late two run lapse.

Rutland O Brien Burlington McMahon Hartman Lnnings Washburn Cotter Kensady Simon O' Brien Cristal O'Brien Hazelton Laurence Griffin

Vote for C. J. Bell for Governor

A period campaign note urges Republicans to back C. J. Bell for Governor, claiming Bell upholds Republican principles and will boost local influence. It attacks Democratic aims and warns Republicans to vote the Republican ticket to protect their families and town.

Roosevelt Pichands Bell Republican Wallalla Barre Ington County Peesee

Former Colombian Representative Herran Dies in Liberty

Dr. Thomas D. Herran, formerly representative of Colombia at Washington, died in Liberty yesterday of tuberculosis.

Middletown Thomas D. Herran Colombia Washington Liberty

Senator Hoar’s Condition Steady Despite Weakness

Worcester reports Senator Hoar remains unchanged with no strength gain. He takes nourishment and sleeps well as doctors note no perceptible improvement for several days.

Worcester Senator Hoar

New York and Boston Win Big in League Baseball Scores

The American League posted many decisive results as New York defeated Philadelphia 15 to 0 and Boston beat Detroit, while Chicago and St. Louis split, and Philadelphia topped St Louis 4 to notched in yesterday’s standings.

Boston Detroit New York Cleveland Pittsburg Pittspurg Cincinnati Cincinnatii Air Chicago Brooklyn Chicago St. Louis Philadelphia St. Louia

Picnic Rally At Willoughby Lake Draws Large Crowd

About 2 500 to 3 000 people from a wide radius gathered at Willoughby Lake for a brisk Republican rally. Attendees arrived by train, team and on foot and planned to stay all day. Speakers included Judge H H Powers C J Bell ex Governor Grout Auditor H F Graham and A G Mansur with party delegates from Meriden Conn North Dakota Newport and other areas.

H. F. Graham Rg Day Meriden Conn North Dakota A. G. Mansur Newport

St Albans Edge Piattsburg In 13 Inning Baseball

St Albans defeated Piattsburg 7 to 6 in a 13 inning game. Key players include Harford Loughlin Sielly and Daley with extra base hits while McLane and Williams combined for 7 and 10 strikeouts respectively.

S’lattaburg St. Albans Harford Loughlin Sielly Daley Shake McGraw Whittemore Denvett Higink Aniie McGraw Davis Lis McLane Williams Bo Williams Plteber Rrant Hina Bottemus Ming Cotfer

West's Minstrels at Barre Opera House Sept 3

The fraternal party setting with West's Minstrels is praised for color harmony and artistic thoroughness. Manager Ricaby is lauded for assembling an entertaining company, drawing patronage and high regard from audiences across the country. The show will be presented at the Barre Opera House on September 3 with matinees and evening performances.

Ricaby Erango Rhcaby West Barre Opera House

Chelsea Rally Abuzz with Republican Speakers

Chelsea residents packed the town hall this afternoon for a Republican rally led by Hale K. Darling. Prominent speakers included Charles A. Prouty interstate commerce commissioner and EB Filan of Springfield. About 400 people crowded the venue and gathered around open windows to hear the talks.

Chelsea Aursoa Thi Hale K. Darling Charles A. Prouty Interstate Commerce Miissioner EB. B. Filan Springfield

A Polition Psalm Inspired by a Ring Politician

A satirical piece mocks a politician who guides voters with gifts and hospitality. It portrays loyalty to a candidate as shallow, noting gifts such as cigars and beer, and ends with the voter feeling betrayed after the election.

Rutland Burlington baseball notes and player moves

A trainload of 14 baseball enthusiasts traveled from Hutland to Burlington to watch the Rutland Burlington game. The protested Rutland Burlington match from Rutland on August 17 may not be resolved before season end. Captain Duff of Rutland has an offer from the New York National League and may join after the Northern league season ends. Duff’s strong batting should help him make the big team.

Hutland Burlington Rutland-Burlington Rutland H. Duff New York National Duff

Store to Open with New Fixtures Under Mr Walker

Mr Walker plans a new store setup with updated fixtures and a remodel of rooms over the present shop. B H Doten with 23 years in repair work will join to assist and oversee the changes.

I. W. Panshile L. Walker Mise Or Parley Chandler Mr. Wo B. H. Doten

Resigns Position With Barra Boys Club

Arnold T. Barnes superintendent resigns from the Barra Boys Club effective after September 1. His departure is accepted with regret as he has served since the club’s founding. He will move to Bethlehem Pennsylvania for a similar post after the year’s work ends. Directors have received several applications and are not ready to announce a decision. The work program will continue along the same lines.

Arnold TL. Barnes Barra Barnes Bethlehem

Oldest Vermont Civil War Veteran Dies in Barre

Joseph Wells of 2 Farwell Street died at 7 this morning at age unknown. Born in Nicolet Quebec he enlisted from Southfield in Company 1 6th Vermont volunteers in 1861 serving three years. He settled in Barre and lived there 51 years. Survived by three daughters and one son. Funeral from St Monica's church Friday morning with burial in Catholic Cemetery.

Joseph Wells Farwell Street O'Clouck Mr. Wells Nicolet Bb. Q Sorthfeld Vermont Volunteers Barre Vermont St. Monica's Church

Kirkland Funeral Held for David A. Kirkland

The funeral for David A. Kirkland was held at 10 Spaulding Street this morning with Mitchell officiating. He was a member of the Brick-Mansion's Union and his bearers included brothers Charles and John Kirkland, W. Eh. Hadley, and Charlie Hart. The body was taken to Middlesex for interment.

David A. Kirkland Spaulding Street Mitchell Brick-Manson’s Union Mr. Kirkland Charles John Kirkland W. Eh. Hadley Charlies Hart Middlesex

Rev Ira E Pinney Ordained at Orange Church

Rev Ira E Pinney was ordained to the Congregational ministry at the Orange church Monday evening after a council afternoon of strong examination. The service featured sermon by Rev E Thomas and closing hymn, with charges to the pastor by several ministers and a fellowship handshake. Pinney is a Middlebury College and Yale Divinity School graduate.

Ra F Minney Pinney F. A. Poole Barre D. H. Strong Williamstown E. Thomas Essex Junction A. J. Eastman East Barre L. F. Reed Montpelier C. H. Merrill St. Johnsbury KR. L. Sheart Plainfield Mr. Pinney Middlebury College Yale Divinity of Tie

NEW DENTISTS NAMED IN VERMONT EXAMINATIONS

Montpelier August 31 announcement names successful candidates for the July dental examination. Listed are C Halilday Minn of Barll Watt of Barre H K Bristol of ver cennes W A Goble of Woodstock G C Cowan of Peacham W ONeil H B Soule of Bakersfield H B Small H M Smith of Montler J G Mammit of Somersworth D EK Dearing of Randolph and D Doyle of Bradford.

Montler J. G. Mammit Somersworth D. EK. Dearing Randolph Doyle Bradford

Fall at gas works injures Thomas Kenney

Thomas Kenney, a workman, fell about twenty feet at the gas works on Granta street this morning. Dr. Goodrich treated a severe scalp wound with six stitches and noted he had been dazed. doctors believe recovery is likely and injuries are not serious.

Thomas Kenney Granta Street Goodrich

Miners Leader Addresses Crowd in Miles Hall

Graniteyie, Aug. 1. W H H Leonard, spokesman for Colorado miners, spoke to a crowded house at Miles' hall last evening and held the audience's attention for two hours.

Graniteyie W. HH. Leonard Miners of Colorado Miles

Bon-acword Versus Rangars Set for Saturday Match

A match is listed for Saturday at 2.50 p.m. between the pew club Bon-acword and Rangars. Admission 15 cents for gents, ladies free, with a likely strong crowd and new champions versus old rivals anticipated. Names of teams to be published later.

Pew Club Bon-acword Rangars Tivera Gents Indies Free St Iatobe Booth

Republican rally in Barre features Wilson and DeBoer on liquor law issue

Secretary of Agriculture James Wilson and Joseph A. DeBoer of Montpelier addressed a Barre audience, urging a large Republican majority as they defended the liquor law stance. Wilson argued for reciprocity and tariff protection, while DeBoer said he would back Roosevelt and Fairbanks in November, opposing changes to the current liquor law without full trial.

Roosevelt James Wilson Joseph A. DeBoer Montpelier Dew Jlt Opera House Times Barra DeBoer Frank G. Howland Republicanity Committee Scotland America Iowa Congress Wilson Vermont United States Barre Harre Chao Bryan Wilden McKinlay Canada New England Parker Philippines West Alleghanies Montpellier Fairbanks Optio LW

Labor Day Committee Meeting Notice

A Labor Day committee meeting will be held in Palmters' Ball on Main Street this Wednesday at 7 o clock. All members are instructed to attend Per Order of the Committee.

Labor Day Plonie Committee Palmters’ Ball Main Street

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Russia Sakaroff Janese Chefoo Vitchburg Willea Howton D. A. Cook Alex Ronside Vermont Regiment Hurlington O'Brien Invincible C. J. Bell DR. Herran Ccolombian League Baseball Hewton New York Americana Philadel National League Wi - Lil Ausbington Uae Willoughby Lake Piattsburg St.—St. Albans Witham Northern League Lianding Kl. Walker Boslwenn Arnold R. Barnes Bethlehem, Pa D. A. Kirkland Ira E. Pinney Orange D.C. Watt Crowded House W. B. Leonard Granitevillé Law Evening J. A. DeBoer Rally Retary of Agriculture Wilson Dis
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