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Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1909

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Guns Trained On Corinto In Military Tension

A fragmentary account reports U S gunboats near Corinto and Vicksburg in a tense standoff. Warned by Galaga's representative that any move against them would trigger fire on the governor's palace. Detachment 4 cleared for action with guns trained in the city. Zelaya's envoy in the area cited potential American retaliation as a sign for vessels to be ready.

Galaga Punaiis Det Winksbury Compto Agua Pewerstoner Zelaya Governor's

Prairie Still Stuck In Mud As Rescue Fails

The Prairie, en route to a port, remains mired in mud in the river with all efforts to dislodge it failing by nightfall. The 700 forties with supplies are expected to be moved to Dixie unless the vessel is hauled free before night.

Washington D.C Mac United States Eure Cal Orniser Dixie

Post Office Yeggs Blow Athol Office Steal $4000

Sheriff's posse traced six burglars who blew up the Athol post office early today and escaped with $4000. Investigators believed the gang may have traveled from Boston or Troy in a car, with a possible destination toward North Den a.

Sheriff's Posses Athol, Mass Earl North Dana Witchburg Mass Sheriff's Athol Dena Heda Boston Troy N.Y

Barrette Hurt In Wrestling Bout In Lewiston

In Lewiston Dee 4 Wilfred Barrette of Lowall was badly injured in a wrestling match with Prokow at city hall. The fall by a body hold left Barrette unable to rise, ending the bout in an hour four minutes. A physician said Barrette suffered laceration of muscular tissue and could not continue as Prokow was declared winner.

Lewiston Dee Wilfred Bart Lowall Young Prokow Prokrow Amnt Barrette Prokos

School board to study salary petition from city teachers

Manchester N Jt night the school board heard a committee's plea from teachers across Hatimar, asking for higher salaries due to rising living costs. The names Edger C. Chas from Asharivet, Hune from Brariklin, Nam Hake of Hallavilte, and others were listed with Johe Walk of Webster noted. A special committee was appointed to investigate and report back at the next meeting.

Manchester Edger C. Chas Asharivet Schet Brariklin Elool Wil Hake Hallavilte Alva George Varney Webster School Spwcial

Vermont reforms face opposition to lynching and death penalty

The telegram notes strong Vermont debate on revising the state constitution and ending pursuit of capital punishment. It questions the pattern of electrocution in other states and suggests Vermont may resist adopting lethal methods while weighing overdue constitutional changes and the influence of northern states on local crime policy.

Vermonters Interest in Complicated Will Case

Designated as one of the most complex wills in probate Suffolk county court concerns the late Noyes Ni Learnard who owned Burlington property. Executors seek to use part of the estate for maintenance of the Burling ton realty while appealing a decree. Vermont heirs named include Charles H. Noker Fame Baker Susan M. Baker and others from White River Junction Colechester St Albans and St Johnsbury.

Boston Masa Suffolk County Burlington Sant Af Gwpalre Vermont Charles H. Noker Fame Baker Susan M. Beker Mia

Strike settlement talk widens as rail unions converge

In Ae Paul Minnesota on December four 15000 workers were brought in to replace striking members of the Switchmen's Union of North America and Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen as traffic slows but strike leaders claim little relief. Governor Eberhardt says a definite movement toward settlement has begun amid claims of unity among rail workers and leaders deny any retirement plan.

Ae Paul Minn Ule Avitehmes Seritehmun’s Union of North Amelia Brotherhood of Vanlny Switchmen's Union E. W. Decker Clearing Home Eberhardt LF. W. HN Pm | Northern Tan Ingere Hill

Strike Violence In Tauchow Area Sparks Evictions

A clash linked to the Lanlow manufacturing workers’ strike near Wilbray harmed property and led to evictions. Polish workers resisted moves to clear goods as a foreman was fired upon but not harmed. Arbitration talks with Springfield officials followed, with officials reporting the conference results.

Tauchow Mass

Springfield strike ends as horses haled from street

Springfield Massachusetts report notes police remove horses from the street as a strike disruptive action escalates. Vigilant efforts by workers and officials aim to prevent further trouble while investigators search for the shooter tied to the initial shooting at a Makerton detective. The state board plans talks with Ladlowrith officials in Banton to end the strike.

Springfield Mass Tardlow Wadora Makerton State Board Ladlowrith Banton

Storm wrecks coast as rescue volunteers patrol shores

A storm devastates coastal areas with ships damaged and sailors reported missing. Dozens of volunteers join life-saving patrols along the coast to search for survivors and aid affected families.

Wrecks Off Newfoundland Amid Southeast Gale

A Southeast gale drove several schooners and ships into Hudson Strait and Newfoundland waters, causing total losses for many vessels. Reports describe wrecked ships including the Gloucester and Minho D. Hines, with crews injured or lost as harsh seas battered the coast.

Birchy Cove N. F. der Theo Sphicmens Gloucester Mens D. Hines Henry Mo Stusleyy Fornilland Jota BR. Bradley Cop Foundland

Rocks Shatter Roof as Quarry Fragments Fly

Several granite chunks weighing 30 pounds or more were hurled by Elsot at Otto Anderson’s quarry in West Concord New Hampshire yesterday. One rock went through the roof of Mrs. Jennie Ferrin’s home and another landed on George Partridge’s lawn. Most stones struck maple trees in front of the two houses. the Hieke team from Twenty Coal Co. narrowly avoided harm. Anderson vows this is the first such incident and hopes it won’t recur.

Elsot Otto Anderson West Concord N. Hi Mito Anderyn Jennie Ferrin George Partridge Rm Ie Hieke Twnnty Coal Company Anderson Momme

Boy Fares Brave Fight To Save Friend In Water

Salem December report details 10 year old John Reardon and neighbor Mrs John J Raanton attempting a rescue when Reardon fell from a pier into a river. Despite help from onlookers with poles to pull him free Reardon drowned. Nearby, Henry J Nelson’s family business history is noted in Burlington.

John Reardon Salem Mans Henry J. Nelson Burtington Meary Hogan Mase Ann John J. Raanton Lee Wuditenty Renneath Reardan Lee Hoan Reardon

Wife found hanging in Barn in apparent suicide

In Whitman Massachusetts Ed ward F Dyson returned to 00 Whidden avenue to find his wife missing and the barn scene shows the wife hanging by a rope below a stepladder. The ribbon knot and tied rope indicate deliberate self harm. Dyson’s wife, a daughter of Theodore Hart, had been ill with a foot injury.

Edward FF. Dyson Whitman, Mass Whitman Mass Edward F. Dyson Hir Boma Henty Paine Hrookiye Quicide Dyson Theodore Ht East Bridgewater Aloe

Drowns While Shooting From Sink Box Near Havre de Grace

Baltimore Md Bes tk Hen Lyne of Ye American National of Washington met death while shooting duck on the Susquehanna ten miles from Havre de Grace. He was in a sink box with a hole in the end. Investigation shows the hole was made by the shot, and recoil knocked him unconscious. He drowned as the box sank with his weight.

Baltimore Bes Hen Lyne National Washington

Congress prepares for Monday session amid party clashes

Washington insiders report Ready for Work factions including Deed-Standpatters, insurgents, conservatives, and Republicans and Democrats gathering to discuss agenda. The House plans to adjourn Tuesday after Tuft’s anticipated full-day message, with leaders aiming to remember past colleagues.

Washington, D. C Tuft Tommday

Distress on the Seas as Storm Hits British Waters

A fierce storm battered Britain with over 200 drownings reported and nine cargo steamers listed lost. Hundreds of sailboats are missing or wrecked amid continuing high winds and sea danger around London and nearby coastlines.

London Dev

Trouble anticipated in Belmint country border area

Columbus December reports Governor Har trod to Fettgord at request of American Belmint authorities. Troops sent to a border post. Master Franklin Gruver of Bordoville reportedly bit by a fence during a recent incident, suffering injuries including a broken tooth. Fearful warnings of grave trouble spread among locals.

Columbus Dee Govermor Fettgord Amering Belmint Country

Vermont Marble Co Faces Large Cash Down Payment

The article notes a Vermont marble company planning a huge sale or investment with a cash down payment around $450,000. Uncertainty and anxiety among local employers and business leaders over the town's situation are described as causing strain in the early days of development and export activity.

Vermont Martie Company Diebury

Death of 23-Year-Old Bethel Man in Pneumonia

Bethel December 4 Harry W Laraway aged 23 died of pneumonia after a week's illness. He bought Brigham farm six months ago and lived with his wife, a daughter of Oxenr Poland, at Woodstickl. His father-in-law and brother William Laraway of Telvidere were with him. He was a Methodist and Marshal of Granite Lodge Good Implants. Funeral in Merrimac Massachusetts after a prayer at the house.

Bethel Harry W. Laraway Brigham Farm Poland Tehey Woitstickl Inlaw Amd William ¥. Laraway Telvidere Crot+ fe Seim bin Iltyemm Lodge of Good iTiuplare Merrimac Maes

Indictments for Selling Spirituous Liquor in Belknap County

At the Belknap County court yesterday Judge William A. Phimmer heard pleas of guilty from Fred H. Tors and Spert of the Glen Echo, Gilmanton, in a case of selling spirituous liquor. Tors was fined 100 with costs 245 and given four months in jail. Sheriff Philbroats committed Hawie to the jail at about 2 o'clock.

Laconia N. H Dee Fred H. Torsare Spert Glen Echo Gilmanton Cantery Belknap County Willian A. Phimmer Pineal Oe Sherif Philbroats

Decided Victory in New York Police Orders Cleansing Rioters

Police Commissioner ordered officers to cease interfering with pickets during a strike. Demonstrators and women’s groups rallied as tensions rose at the scene.

New York Tater J Ceaan

Merry Men of Suadah Elect Homer Ladd Barres Royal Visier

The annual meeting of Suadah templar No. 140 Dranistle Order Knights of Khornessa was held at Woodwen's ball. Homer C. Ladd of Barre was elected royal visier for the year, with J Ny Gall grand emir and other officers named. The secretary's report noted 20 votes cast, a gain over the prior year. The session ended with a buffet and social time. Members from Montpelier, Richmond, Rutland, and others attended.

Suadah Templar No. 140 Dranistle Order Knights of Khornessa Woodwen Selock Mnany Af Royal Visier H.C. Ladd Barre J. Ny Gall Narre Ehatk W. H. Farrar Montpaliers Maded WA. McDouall Bellows Falls J. J. Wallace Putra Tensurer Jaimes Mackay Montpelier Richmond Rutland Hellows Thleme Abbots Tie

Editorial Mishaps At Montpelier Meeting

The White River Jonetson Landmark editor Charles Jamason arrived a day late for an editorial gathering in Montpelier. He said the long western trip and the tense atmosphere left him feeling drained and out of place as others departed on the night train.

Jasagnon Montpelier Air Charles Jamason White River Jonetson Montpelier Fors” Bault Worstut

Christmas Dinner Plans for Barre Needy Families

Adit and Mrs W H Hanson, officers of the Salva Horn Army, plan a Christmas dinner for Barre's needy households. Forty hampers are expected to cover a family of five. Needed items include eight bushels potatoes, two onions, two turnips, two barrels apples, 40 pounds cranberries, 60 pounds sugar, tea, celery, chicken, bread, mincemeat, mixed nuts, Christian candy, and corn. Donations of money or goods can be sent to Adjt W H Pann at 126 Kim Street. postal cards to same address will be accepted.

Adit W. HL Hanson Ayailies Barre Wflicer Adjt W. H. Pann Kim ‘Street Ore

Talk of the Town in Thin City Sees Visitors and Film Night

A gossipy note lists A G Withit visiting friends in thin city and several locals traveling to Greensboro after a relative’s death. Samuel Olliver returns from Quincy Massachusetts where he has been working for months. Mrs G W Hines of Tilton New York travels to Mehland neonat to visit her daughter Mrs M Lee Aiken. Hotel Othe features a lineup with Elizabeth Dumas J J Gand Yep Towton My D Pallen and others from the “Other People’s Money” company. A Western film feature The Cowboy’s Narere Recape plays tonight with a five dollar prize for a lucky attendee.

A. G. Withit Cathiy Thin City Mire W. A. Lane Greensboro Samuel Olliver Quincy Masa Miontsznary Andrew K Benton Syretil G. W. Hines Tilton M. Lee Aiken Mehland Neonat, Pt

Brisk Police Court session jails three drunks

A trio of repeat offenders were arraigned in city court this morning and each received county jail sentences of three days after pleading guilty. Details include Crâne carrying two pint bottles of liquor bought at a Northflokt tavern, McLenyald obtaining liquor at a Braintree roadhouse, and Gustaf Johnean detained late at night with a split bottle. Other cases include Harvey Johnson fined and jailed for successive offenses, Richard Caldwell fined for a first offense but unpaid, Walter Leno pardoned by the governor after a year and a half for statutory rape, and Sadie Cochrane returning to Montpelier after serving a misinformer sentence.

Joly Crane James Mela Omcers Hamel and Gamble Crané Northflokt McLenyald Rajcoh Braintree Gustaf Johnean Sheeler Johnson Woodville H. Ani Esterday Bie Hore Washington Fenad & Quart Rou Tye Onaee Il Hon Montpelier Harvey Johnson Culei Durkee Lannie Strat Richard Caldwell Pecesiar Sa Tracy Asabedaur Walter Leno Montpetier Pronty Tiv Bowl of Correction Sadie Cochrane Montpelior Quthad Wentensa

Funeral at church for Alexander McIntosh and Mrs Taylor

The funeral was held at Prasty fering church for Alexander McIntosh and Mrs William L Taylor of Elmwood Avenue. J D Rex, pastor, led services with many mourners present. Interment followed at Elmwood. Numerous offerings were received from family, neighbors, and local school groups.

Alexander McIntosh William L. Taylor Elmwood Avenan America Rex J. D Presbyterian Church James Good Richard Attridge William Smith Wiling Nicol Me Kelley John Dombro McMerram J. Mefine James Si Rows Mes. Drinkwater Potter Mra Peter Thom Jack Gallagher Laws JK. Anderson and Myx H. Duman

Presbyterian Choir Grows in New England Church

The Presbyterian church in Harry expands its choir with former singers and new members, reaching about thirty in rehearsal as part of building one of the largest church choirs in the area. The Sunday school roll exceeds three hundred, with strong participation across young singers and church groups, while the exterior church is freshly painted and notable for architectural charm.

Presbyterian Church Reharsal New England Harry Prestius Ety Batre Toston Simenon Af Trenty ohireh—Indies Ald Indy Pollectors AL Kinge Searsinn

Lockout Pay Distributed in Montpelier

Lockout pay for the granine nat tars polishers and tool starpassers of Bamiesbry was distributed today in Montpelier. Notable arrivals at Gin City Rotel included TH Rogers A Mall W B Tastinky Rastonst White River chimetidnr W D Marshall Lawmater No Hao W oy Hartford W B Guthrie Austin J W Butler Boston.

Bamiesbry Montpelier Gin City Rotel Hove TH. Rogers A. Mall W. B Tsttinky White River W. D. Marshall Lawmater W. Oy Hartford W. B. Guthrie Austin J. W. Butler Boston

Granite Industry Standstill Reported in Labor Dispute

A continuing stalemate in the granite industry sees both sides waiting for the other to move. The Barre Manufacturers and Northfield groups have publicly outlined arbitration as a possible path, with a joint committee proposing temporary tool regulations to reduce danger and dust while resolving the dispute.

Coromittes Ee Stora Cotmnell Aota Aeenth Nien Duncan Northfield Bostom Cauhe Phyaical Diac Fort Narre Granite Manufacturers’ Association Granity Manufacturers’ Association Granite Cutters’ International Offeve

Notice to Barre Monitors on Pay Retrieval

Monitors of Barre branch who have not retrieved work pay for the week ending November 20 will receive the same penalty by applying to the treasurer of the lockout committee. James McAdant, Treasurer, and Wm Rumell See are noted in the notice.

Barre Beanch James McAdant Rumell See

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