President Roosevelt calls for rate regulation reform
Washington Dec 5 Roosevelt urges federal supervision of interstate commerce to curb railroad abuses. He supports a maximum reasonable rate, enforcement penalties, and public accounting. The plan envisions national authority over rates, rebates, and private car lines, with independent audits and a strong civil action option. London dispatch notes UK political shift as Campbell-Bannerman seeks to form and dissolve Parliament.
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Simen
Interstate Commerce Commission
First Clans
Incomplete city guards amid unrest in South district
Incredible condition of affairs in the city today. A guard posted as crowds gather and complain that officers deny service. The city is drawn into South military districts with infantry soldiers armed with machine guns kept on constant guard.
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Bacateas
President Pettijohn Dismissed in Valentine Land Case
The registrar J. O. Pettijohn is removed from office in Valentine Nebraska on charges of participating in land deals with a receiver appointed for the property. Albert L. Towle has been requested to act in related duties.
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J.C. Pettijohn
Registrar of Land Office
Cnt
J. O. Pettijohn
the Fogprey Hne
Col Samuel Adams Drake Dies at 72 in Maine Home
Kennebunkport Me December 5 Colonel Samuel Adams Drake noted author and historian died yesterday afternoon from Brights disease at age 72. Drake was a respected authority on United States history and born in Maine.
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Col
Samuel Adams Drake
Kennebunkport, Me
Kennebunkport
Bright
United States
Demonstrations Continue as Powers Seize Turkish Territory
Paris reports from December 5 that Austria refused the sultan's latest demands regarding Macedonian sovereignty. A naval demonstration is likely to impact nearby shores, as the great powers prepare to seize a segment of Turkish territory, signaling a major shift in control.
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Paris
Austria
Sheen
Twelve Teams Remain In Bicycle Six Day Race
New York December 5 twelve teams remained in the six day race as each bicycle team tried to steal a lap but failed. By nine o clock all were on equal footing. The scorn was and two teams led at times with strong showings from unnamed contenders.
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New York
Logs Skid in Pond Accident Injures Man
A man skidding logs near a pond yesterday was caught by a stump and struck in the rear of the knee. He was assisted by Dr. Otto Greene and removed to his home in the village for treatment.
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Otto Greene
Faust Theatrical Company Leaves Town After Settlement
Enosburgh Falls residents report the Faust Theatrical Company, stranded since last Friday, settled all debts and departed town. The troupe canvassed the village and raised funds to clear indebtedness to the De Ed dull Co, owner of the theater.
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Enosburgh Falls
Faust Theatrical Company
Porte Presents Note for Satisfactory Settlement
The Turkish note to the powers is expected to form the basis for a satisfactory settlement. Berlin reports the foreign office informed Publishers Press that the Porte has addressed its note to the powers outlining essential demands and financial aspects.
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Berlin
Foreign Office
The
Porte
Jwordenian Financial
Cabinet Grants One Million To Support Striking Telegram Divisions
In St. Petersburg on December 5 a Russian cabinet decision grants one million dollars toward a list tied to the financial compact of strikers and the telephonic divisions. It is believed Gemmon will return to work before week’s end due to their solid performance.
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St. Petersburg
Ge Mon
Deaths in Randolph Mark the End of Two Local Lives
Mrs Charlotte Montgomery Meany longtime resident with her nephew Charles Bradgett died Tuesday morning after a long illness. She crocheted into old age and spent much of her life in Randolph. The funeral was held at the house this afternoon. Mrs E A Shattuck died Sunday night at Evergreen Home on South Pleasant Street after months of ill health. She married Mr Shattuck about ten years ago and had been connected with the Central Vermont railroad. The funeral will be held at the house Wednesday afternoon.
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Randolph
Charlotte Meany
Charles
Bradgett
iMiaean
Turing
E. A. Shattuck
Evergreen Home
South Pleasant Street
Shattuck
Central Vermont Railroad
Watson
Nelson Martin
Special Grand Jury Will Hear The Case
Ny souicene eae Dae who wae arrest on charge murdering re McCormick wae given a hear in the court house bene Juntos OLW Cox J G Bite right of Windsor a for Allard and State s Arie roisonse les Batchelder ede The was held to before the grand who will ai special one ran pr begining ba ot Allard wife of the alleged mur derer and Constable A H Pinney who made the a were the wit nesses Mra Allard testified an to bor e Sean same About a dozen others were
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McCormick
Court House
W. Cox
J. GC
Windsor
Allard
Arie
Les Batchelderede
A. H. Pinney
Tempest in St Albans Over School Board Resignations
In St Albans, a storm over Ward 4 and Ward 2 members prompted resignations presented at a November meeting. Principal Sagendorphee claimed Bradley assisted in easing tensions as a committee investigated the complaint. A majority report cleared Miss Headley, while a minority urged her resignation.
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St. Albans
Dec
Ee W. Hyde
Wiaries
Boone
Thavaty- Coun
Patichoot
Pricipal Sagendorphee
I Bradley
Cate
Nacho Ee
Royce and
Tuscahy
Investife
Garey
Vermont Governor Receives Black Hand Reprieve Threat
In Rutland Vermont Governor Charley J Bell says he received a threatening letter from the Black Hand demanding reprieve for Mary Rogers. The missive warned of assassination if his reprieve was not granted and bore a Chicago postmark signed with Black Hand. A separate blackout hit the city causing brief darkness across business districts and public services after a fire lit roof damage.
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Mary Rogers
Chicago
Dec
Charley J. Bell
Vermont
Mary Is
Poe
T! Black Wand Organization
Omaha
Rutland
Berlin
Fla
Graniteville Court Elects Officers at December Meeting
At the regular meeting of Robert Emmett Court held Wednesday evening December 6, officers for the ensuing year were to be elected. Members are urged to attend. Per order, C. R.
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Robert Emmett Court
C. R
Rommage Sale Attracts Wide Range Of Clothing Items
A local sale advertisement announces a rummage event featuring men, women, and children’s clothing. It notes items will be available Saturday afternoon and evening under the F. B. Cate Real Estate banner and mentions a lot on Merchant Street to Elizabeth McFarlane.
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F. B. Cate Real Eatate
al Eatate
Agooay
Bradley & Churchill and
Lot
Merchant Street
Elizabeth + McFarlane
Popular ball player dies in skating accident at Intercity Park
Morey of Beloit, a favored player and crowd darling, died aged 25 after a skating accident while saving a friend near Intercity Park. A promising college star from Beloit College, he pitched 15 games for Intercity last summer and was beloved for his quiet, gentlemanly conduct both on and off the field. His death saddens patrons, players, and two regional elites.
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Beloit
Orla
Barre
Montpelier
Han
Gina
Baloit College
Hari Ani & Oy
Morey
Rupert
Vermont
Tntercity
Wix
Intercity Athlete Association
Execution bets stir Windsor crowds amid rumors
Windsor December report notes sensational betting on Mrs Rogers's fate as execution looms, with locals speculating on escape or self harm while prison officials brace for disturbances. Nearby towns echo disbelief at potential reprieve, yet press access remains restricted and public interest stays high.
George Colombo Italian Colony Leader Dies After Paralysis
George Colombo a well known member of the Italian Colony died last night after paralysis. Funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2720 attack. Interment in Italy. He came to the United States as a young man and settled in New London, Conn, later Barre, where he resided for fourteen years. A stonecutter by trade with Abbiati & Bro, he had two children, Harry and Angie, residing in this city.
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London
United Kingdom
Arthur J. Balfour
Henry Campbell-Bannerman
Georg
Tommorrow Aera
Italy
Oent
New London
Conn
Barre
Abbiati & Bro
Harry
Angie
Barre Teams Lead In Intercity Bowling Standings
Intercity bowling averages show Averill 178 and 187 with strong scores from Eagles and Walas, Walsh, Kokas, and Rydberg among top performers. Individual totals include McDonald 764, Dewey 744, and Smith 738, shaping the team standings and notable players in the season.
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Olean
Isl
Nafauni
Averill
Pier
McDonald
Dewey
Smith
Merrow Divorce Case Details in County Court
A divorce suit filed by Ameda M Merrow of Burith formerly of Barre names J W Merrow formerly of Barre as defendant. The case notes a second divorce within a year with no claimed benefit from the prior action except attorney fees. It recounts a prior marriage to Dr Merrow at Dayton in 1892 and two children Dewart and Harold J. A Cincinnati divorce in 1890 granted custody to her and business to her, followed by a remarriage to Dr Merrow in Vernon Indiana. Grounds cited include infidelity intolerable severity and failure to support. An injunction restraining custody and a pending hearing on temporary alimony are mentioned.
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Ameda M. Merrow
Burith
Barre
Oh Me
Pepa
C. E
Ty. Quinn Cane
Chittenden County Court
Mra. Merrow
Merrow
Dayton
Ohio
Dewart
Harold J
Cincinnati
Streets for coasting in several wards urged to stay off streets
Chief of Police Brown asks residents to keep boys and girls off streets for coasting. Streets listed include Bath ward 1 Camp ward 2 Ent Tremont ward 6 Pleasant ward 4 Granite and Blackwell ward 5 Brooklyn ward 6. Fire officials also request staying off certain areas.
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Brown Bas Sageeses
Bath Street
Camp Street
Ent Street
Tremont
Pleasant Street
Granite and Blackwell
Brooklyn Street
Social dance at Pavilion hosted by Mesdames Sos and Mows
Were Given a Ball at Montpalier on December 5. The event, described as the most brilliant early rormap social function, featured elaborate hotel decorations, Wilder's credentials furnishing music, fresh meats, and dancing until one o'clock. Hosts Col. and Mrs. C. D. Clark, Mr. and Mrs. W. Morse, OC Hi. Heaton, and Mrs. J. A. Datler assisted in reception. guests had recently returned from a several month stay in Coins.
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Montpalier
Dee
Mes
A. Sos
Mows
Tree Sree
C. D. Clark
W. Morse
Hi. Heaton
J. A. Datler
Wilder
Oil spill near Montpelier causes kerosene loss
A mishap yesterday afternoon spilled about 300 smallons of kerosene when four ponies escaped near Putnammayille mills. The tanks held 600 gallons. horses frightened by the noise. Meanwhile a community notice invites the Ladies' Ald Society to a later event featuring aprons and fancy articles.
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Tam
Fe Montpelier Nye
Putnameville
Putnmmayille
Ald Society
Encre
Rt Ui Saeed
Colburn Presses City Over Unpaid Fire Station Bill
The council to pay EL Colburn for fire station work amid disputes over authorized costs. A fourth $4,000 payment to OC L. Bugbee was approved, leaving about $1,200 due. A sleigh purchase for the street department was discussed, with timing tied to January billing. An amendment to restrict seamen and water department staff was sent back for extension to include a street department rep. An executive session followed the routine business and licenses committee cases.
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Colburn
EL Colburn
F. Hf. Burke
Commattes New Tre
Barre
Ak Standard Electric
W. A. Snow & Co
Phelps Brothers
Ian
Fredeb
Building Committee
M. M. Gondon
Bruce
L. Bugbee
Water Department
Water Committee
Poor Pisterod
G. C. McCarty
North Main Street
Anonh
Calvin Bond Funeral Held at WeY Road
The funeral service for Calvin Bond was held at 2 o clock from the We Y road house, with Rev. W A Kinell of Bay ist church officiating assisted by Rev. Mr. Auchenbach Bast. Music was provided by Mr and Mrs Perry Miss Annie and W D Kidder. Pallbearers were Lyman Denamore Robert McKinzie Charles Perrin and Edward Perrin. Interment followed in Wilson cemetery.
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We Y Road
W. A. Kinele
Bayist
Auchenbach
Bast
Perry
Annie
W. D. Kidder
Lyman Denamore
Robert McKinzie
Charles Perrin
Edward Perrin
Wilson Cemetery
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Thomas McCormick
Bridgewater
BELL
Graniteville
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Intercity Park
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Joseph Fratiné
A. P. Abbott & Co
Charles Kinabé
YM. G
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Ruthin
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Obi Ring
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