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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1906
Page
1
Washington December 3 Congress resumed business at noon with a full Senate for the first time in over three years. The brief sessions welcomed eight new House members replacing those who died or resigned as the two houses open with formal proceedings. Tomorrow the President's message will be presented.
In Herkimer on December 3 extraordinary precautions were taken as Gillette faces verdict. The militia stands ready to patrol the streets after the jury retires to prevent possible lynching. Counsel argued the trial focused on whether Gillette killed the victim and motive, noting alleged relations with Miss Brown and a possible other sweetheart.
District attorney Wart questioned Chester during a Cumberland County murder case on Tig Mose Take about Grace Brown’s death. Testimony suggested Grace packed her daily clothes while Gillette planned to leave for work, with prosecutors arguing she intended to accept a new home and support his marriage pledge. Grace's father, Mrs Brown’s absence noted, expressed confidence that justice will be done.
Count Boni Castellaine lands a job at Figaro the newspaper writing at $100 per article. His first assignment covers Spain this morning under pressure from Mia and a $5,000 enlargement to help him join the Chamber of Deputies, Boni believes he can manage.
Burlington report details Rutland Vergennes railroad crash involving Drury opera company. Rosetta Faulk listed alive but likely to die. three others named with severe injuries. Miss Cornelia Stowe and Mrs Nellie Hernant reported dead. John Payne and Oscar Jenkins hospitalized. others remain at the hotel. Cause cited as brakes failure on gravel train merging with mixed train at Vergennes station.
In Vergennes after a Saturday fire the Drury Colored Opera company was left destitute. Many members lost their week’s earnings and clothing, with only trousers undershirt shoes and stockings surviving for some. Helpers urged to assist the troupe back home.
Fourteen Franklin County Bar members sign a petition to the United States Supreme Court to remove Referee TL M. Mott of St Albans. They accuse him of official misconduct in bankruptcy, while Mott defends himself, citing upheld findings and long service. He plans to decide his course of action after assessing the charges.
The fragment notes John Alexander Dowie’s incoherent preaching in Zion City and hints at a leadership shift as William A. Voliva is described as set to lead Zionists away from the city to start another Zion. It alleges Dowie’s mishandling of funds over 15 years in Chicago, claiming debts of about 86 million dollars after taking 15 million.
Fragmented report details the death of Miss Anne Grey aboard a steamship and notes county officials taking oaths of office, including Hon. Horace White, Hon. Orma D. Lathmp, and George L. Stow. It mentions the death’s cause, the ship’s surgeon, and inquiries into missing teachers while outlining ongoing local government changes and resignations.
Mrs O H Grow was found dead in bed at Newport while John W W Rianchard of Brookfield conducted town business Saturday. A local teaching exam noted only four teachers passed. Rev George F Lake preached in Williamstown and East Brookfield with Rev David B Strong of Whiamatown. Mrs Hannah Incas, famed for her deer bite ridden house, built a woodsher. A Grange Washinon lodge No 1 F A M will hold a special communication Thursday at 7 pm to exemplify M M degree. members urged to attend.
A long list of short town items notes visitors and travels, with names such as B Harrie, Frank Smith, A Bell, and Bishop Hall. It records local errands, meetings, and social events, plus church, hotel, and council mentions, and minor incidents around Barre.
San Francisco on December 3 Mayor Sehmits and Abraham Ruef pleaded not guilty to charges of extortion from the French restaurant. The trial on all indictments will begin at once.
Ex-Governor Josiah Grout as administrator of W W Grout's estate sues Congressman David J Foster of Burlington for 5000. Suit seeks repayment of campaign loan funds. case set for March term in Orleans County court. Foster reportedly left Burlington for Washington ahead of Congress opening.
A fire damaged Moulliken's brick block on Central Street in Woodsville, injuring two firefighters. The blaze destroyed dental rooms and tenements, with losses estimated at $10,000 including insured stock and furniture. Strong winds hampered efforts, but the fire department acted swiftly to control the blaze.
Brattleboro man George Waterhouse a Civil War veteran aged 65 perished alone in a morning fire at his home. He lived solo, and the blaze consumed his bed where he was believed to be asleep when found.
Royalton on December 3 held the funeral for Mrs Aminily Aviame who died after a Thanksgiving day fire her clothing catching fire as she prepared the meal. The death occurred Thursday night and the family mourns the loss of the woman who was alone at the time.
A 40 year old man identified as Charles Peter Nee was found dead in his room in a Quincy boarding house early today. Fire investigators believe he awoke, lit a pipe, and fell asleep, starting a blaze that consumed the room. No immediate foul play suspected, at the scene by local authorities.
A man identified as Warren, age 1, and two others were trapped in a burning building this morning. Fire crews rescued a Doe family member but one person, Peter Carbenean, died at the scene. The incident occurred in Warren as investigators begin work on the cause.
Boston crowds exceed openings as over 600 seek positions at the Free State Faytoprant Dutran. Only about 200 jobs were listed, leaving many applicants from various clans. John Gall, formerly superintendent at Newport, resigns and returns to Graniteville.
A Burlington bishop confirms a class at the Church of the Good Shepherd. The Rev Arthur A Hall preaches on Ephesians 4 30 urging higher moral welfare and warning against sensational reading. The bishop explains confirmation and notes a shift toward individual communion, then administers the Lord's Supper with Rector Freeman assisting.
John Cooney aged 62 died after a six day illness at his daughter Mrs. J F Gaynor’s home in Fatland. He left Ireland as a boy and lived in England and America before settling in Rutland and Mendon. He is survived by his daughter and three sons Thomas Edward and Patrick. Funeral was held at St Peters Church.
The Barre railroad ordered many new fat cars from LaConia Car company at Laconia NSW with delivery likely by April. Claims say shipments total in the millions of dollars and surpass prior levels. The text also notes a funeral for Mrs. James Murray in Orange with tributes and many mourners. The Rev GO W Winch of Holyoke, MA visits at the home of his brother Judge Moynant Winch.
The body of Mrs Marseline Aubin was found in the Brunelle home on Farwell Street. An autopsy showed a pint of raid in the stomach. doctors speculated suicide by poison while awaiting Burlington laboratory results. Mrs Aubin, 22, was unhappy since her husband’s death and leaves a daughter. Octave Brunelle and family resided nearby.
G E Moody of Waterbury sued the Leonard Huntley estate for 5300 in a federal court hearing Saturday. The note was held by Waterbury National Bank. The case, before K H Degvitt, was referred for decision. Other related claims were discussed with Madden and Dearitt, involving about 3000. A hearing on dissolving a stay in a separate Randolph case was postponed by judge Martin.
In Ohio Rabiday court a jury found Con Sullivan not guilty of breach of peace. Prosecutor J A Martinson and defense attorney J Ward Carver led the case. Grand Juror E B Davis prosecuted, with other named participants Fred Fyrogers and I AvbnGeEe D Hoee and ML Rollins present.
The Victor Lodge Degree Team of Odd Ladies will hold a regular meeting at noon on Wednesday at Mike's Ball. Members are urged to attend on time and to follow dietary instructions. The Robert Emmett Court will meet Wednesday evening at eight. All members are requested to be present.
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