Woman begs forgiveness in name of Christ for Vermont execution
Mary Rogers, executed for her husband’s murder at Windsor Vermont, penned a last letter to Superintendent Lovell asking forgiveness in Christ’s name. The body was sent to Hoosick Falls for burial as Governor Bell stated he carried out the duty promptly and lawfully. Sheriff Peck witnessed the execution and noted public talk and mixed responses to the case.
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Windsor
Mary Rogers
Lovell
State Prison
Hoosick Falls
Sheriff Peck
Aira
Rogers
Letter from Mrs Rogers in Everett Mass
A letter received in Everett reports what is likely the last missive from Mrs Rogers to Mrs Tda M. D Arcy. The fragile handwritten page includes religious reflections, assurances of faith, and hopes to meet her minister once more, expressing trust in God and a desire to be with loved ones beyond.
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Everett
Mass
Untitled Windsor Dispatch Describes Rigging Error
Windsor December 9 reports an initial explanation for a pence rig incident seen aboard a ship. A 3 ply Manila rope used in Mary Rogers execution is described as new and unf stretched to the cross tree of the sail?ld. The mismatch led to bungling operations witnessed yesterday.
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Windsor
Ares
Manila
Mary Rogers
Buried Without Ceremony of Mary Rogers at Hoosick Falls
The body of Mary Rogers was buried this morning without ceremony in St. Mary's cemetery at Hoosick Falls. There was no attending clergyman and no mourners.
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Mary Rogers
Hoosick Falls
Troy, X, Y
St. Mary’s Cemetery
Hoosick Walls
Grand Jury faults engineer in railroad collision near Baker's Bridge
Cambridge, Dec. The Grand Jury reports engineer Horace W. Lyons of the Montreal express pilot locomotive bore major fault for not slowing sufficiently in the Baker's Bridge rear collision with the Marlboro accommodation. Finds lax enforcement and warns against speed and signaling practices.
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Cambridge
Mass
Horace W. Lyons
Montreal
Baker's Bridge
Lyons
Stabbed to Death in Police Court
New York reports a 19 year old William Williams stabbed and killed Elsie Pirker inside a police court after she had summoned him for beating her. The killing occurred just inside the courtroom in view of the magistrate.
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New York
William Williams
Elsie Pirker
Near Side
Williams
Pencil in Eye Tragedy Ends Child's Suffering
Ruth Jackman a year old child in Franklin North Carolina fell Thursday, pencil lodged in her eye. Doctors called Wednesday but could not help. She remained unconscious from Thursday afternoon until her death at 5 30 last night, septic poisoning from the pencil believed to have entered the eye and reached the brain.
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Franklin
N. EL
Ruth Jackman
Final Sprint Predicted In Six Day Bicycle Race
New York December 9 Riders in Madison Square Garden endure nonstop sprinting as Root, Folger and Bedell show strong form. Forecast has Root and Bedell facing off in the nine o clock finale with Vanderstuyft Stol McLean Moran contesting thirds. Downey Logan already clinch seventh, scores listed by laps.
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New York
Madison Square Garden
Root
Folger
John Bedell
Vanderstuyff
Stol
McLean
Moran
Bowler
Hollister
Hopper
Downey
Logan
Bedell
Vanderstuy
Intercollegiate football conference adopts reform plan
In New York on December 9 the conference voted 15 to 4 to reform football rather than abolish it. A committee from New York University drafted reform proposals, which the conference merged into three core plans. The resolutions call for a rules committee, annual delegates from each institution, and disqualify anyone paid by athletics from serving as a delegate.
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York
Universi
Represent New York University
Inter
Elevan
Uhat
Yale's New Captain Named Morse Of Yale Eleven
New Haven Conn Dec 9 Samuel V B Morse was elected captain of Yale's football eleven. Morse plays right back and is a two year veteran and a junior in the academic department.
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New Haven
Conn
Samuel V.B. Morse
Yale
Morse
Proseival marshal removed over misconduct in Nebraska case
Washington December 9 the proseival fins wummarily removed from office United States Marshal T R Matthews of the district of Nebraska for misconduct tied to the case of Comstork who were recently convicted for illegally fencing the public domain. The court sentenced the defendants to six hours in custody. The president directed Matthews to turn them over to their counsel.
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Washington
United States
T. R. Matthews
Nebraska
Comstork
Erne Dominates Neary In Wide Boxing Victory
In Milwaukee last night Erne won every round from the second through the sixth, landing repeatedly on Neary's face and body. Neary struggled to land cleanly as Erne used clever footwork and steady offense, ending with a powerful finish and Neary absorbing heavy blows to the head.
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Milwaukee
Dee
Erne
Erin
Neary
Ee Passe
Frne
Botte
Arne
Battleship Tahoe Launched In Philadelphia Harbor
The battleship Tahoe was successfully launched in Philadelphia on December 17. The event marked a notable naval milestone with observers noting the ship’s sturdy hull and ceremonial proceedings attended by military officials and workers.
Heavy Men at Wells River Annual Meeting Draw Heavy Weight
Report from the Wells River Fat Men's club annual gathering notes a weigh in of 2,906 pounds among officers and members. The meeting featured a spirited election and attendance from multiple towns, with strong display of heavyweights and club leadership listed.
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Whitcomb
Sawyer
Sewees
Fat Men's Club
Wells Hiver
Lis
Ayern
Arthur
View
Ana Wo
Despondent hotel man Hugh Hayt ends his life in Binghamton
Hugh Hayt aged 62 shot himself at his boarding house in Binghamton after years of health troubles and business reverses. For decades he ran Rathbone Hall and later the Hotel Tennett before retirement and bankruptcy. Doctors said recovery was not possible.
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Binghamton
Hugh Hayt
Hayt
Rathbone Hall
Formal charge of murder rocks Kesar Falls
Wesley Sprerge of Bee Hehe is held on suspicion of fatally shooting David Varney, 63, at Lisle Street. Sprerge pleads not guilty and waives examination, awaiting grand jury action at the March term. Inquest begun by Corda W. J. Wheeler of South Park.
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Kesar Falls
Wesley Sprerge
David Varney
Wadsworth
Hiram
Corda W. J. Wheeler
South Park
Life treasures of Miss Alive velt examined in Washington
In 27 boxes the valuable ees and trophies of Miss Alive velts trip to the Orient were held in her possession. They arrived about five days ago and were examined and appraised yesterday. A White House messenger paid the required duty and the twenty seven bases to the White House. The unpacking began immediately.
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Washington
No Bills Found in Ruffolk Grand Jury Case
No bills were found by the Ruffolk grand jury in a case involving Clarence W. Barton against Thomas W. Lawson, with Laweon noted in relation to the proceedings.
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Thomas W. Lawson
Beate
Clarence W. Barton
Mutineers Surrounded at Kronstadt Port
Mutineers in St Petersburg area misused orders to head for Kronstadt. Marines and sailors refused to sail and took refuge aboard barges, which were then surrounded by troops securing the area.
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Petersparg
Kronstadt
General Kuroki Entered Tokio Amid Grand Welcome
General Kuroki arrived in Tokio today and was greeted by enthusiastic demonstrations. The arrival drew a large crowd as the notable commander began his visit amid celebratory displays.
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Tokio
Kuroki
Hia
Desperadoes Open Fire as Residents Flee in Mass.
A dozen men described as desperadoes fired on a group from a window in Reading Mass this morning. Officers captured some, while others escaped. The highwaymen seized $300 then fled, with residents later surrounding the scene near the water works and Masonry building.
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Water Works Company
Shriners Meet Mt Sinai Temple In Montpellier Arrangements
A large group of Shriners gathered in Montpellier for Mount Sinai Temple's annual meeting at the armory. A jewel was presented to Potentate Clarence Whitler by Noble John J. Seuter, with Past Potentate Charlee HL admired by all. The temple, chartered October 31, 1876, now has 671 members and aims for 1,000. Treasurer A W Ferrin reports $2105.89 on hand and debt free. Officers elected include High Priest and Prophet and other line officers. twelve candidates received the degree.
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Montpellier
Mount Sinai Temple
Armory
K. W
Clarence
Whittler
John J. Seuter
Charlee Hlper
Mount Inal
Ballard
Montpelier
Ehiaf Rabban
Root of
Sere
Rabban
Geo
Walls River
Taster
Greene
Los Angeles
White Tier
Collins Blakely
Coates Seanes
St. Johnnsbury
Winooski Busts Gambler John Willett on Warrant
Constable J D Yandow arrested John Willett a stranger in Winooski on a warrant for gambling ceptions. Willett paid a fine and left the village after pleading not guilty and facing costs. Villagers reported Willett pitched a dice scheme promising quick money and allowed some to win before robbing them of their winnings.
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Winooski
John Willett
Hay Jg
Nae Malty
Burlington
Willett
Election Frauds Proved in Kings County Court
Former Assemblyman Joseph J. Cahill convicted of perjury for false residence affidavits in Brooklyn. Crane committed him to Raymond Street jail for sentence Monday. Witnesses Forward McKenna and John White testified Cahill bribed them to register from his saloon. White and McKenna pleaded guilty to illegal registration a week earlier.
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New York
Dev
Bleo- Hens Fuller
Cahill
White
McRicari
Hiliery
Cahlil
Well Known Citizen Henry Frenier Dies After Illness
Henry Frenier a prominent Barre resident died yesterday afternoon of liver trouble after a year of declining health He was born in Brandon March 2 187? and moved to Barre twenty years ago He played active roles in Democratic city politics and several fraternal organizations He leaves a wife and four children Funeral services will be held at St Monica's church Monday at nine o'clock.
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Henry Frenier
Mr. Frenier
Brandon
Barre
St. John's Court
Court Granite City
Eee
Forest Circle No
Foresters of America
Frenier
Holyoke
Musih
Montpelier
Arthur W
Walter F
Montpell A
Charles KE
William Paul B
St. Monica's Church
Monuy
Charles B Rumrill Dies After Illness in South Barre
Charles B Rumrill died yesterday afternoon at his home in South Barre after an illness. He was born in the town about five years ago. He is survived by a son and a daughter, Mrs Carl Robbins of South Barre. Funeral arrangements are not completed but it is thought the service will be tomorrow.
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Charles B, Rumrill
South Barre
Oi Ee Ete
Carl Robbins
Three for the Eagles as Montpeter Robbed in match
In a rough evening the Montpeter Capitels were robbed in a clash with the Eagles. Burskas tore three strings from the Capitol y in their match against Alexander last night. Fraser posted a high single of 205 while the rest of the scores were low. The match ended with a three string total of 533.
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Capitels
Montpeter
Burskas
Capitoly
Alexander
Fraser
Broggini Broggin i Marriage Ceremony on Fons Street
Pompeo Broggini and Pierina Roy were married this forenoon at 11 by Justice James Mackay at 26 Fox Street residence. A few friends attended. the couple will reside at 26 Four Street. The groom is not shown afterward.
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Pompeo Broggini
Pierina Roy
James Mackay
Foxs Street
Newport Beaten In Rough Game By Narrow Score
Newport lost a hard fought game by 24 to 22 as Jounsbury edged them in a tense contest. Scoring struggles defined the night with few clean shots and foul trouble impacting both sides.
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Newport
Federation Sale At Gas Company Office In Barre
The Civic Federation of Barre hosts a sale at the gas company office offering many articles from second hand dresses and shoes to books and magazines. Proceeds aid the federation as volunteers manage the event with Mrs N J Roberts and Mrs EB L Smith leading the ways and means committee assisted by other members.
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Civic Federation of
Barre
Ways and Means
Federation
N. J. Roberts
Mra
EB. L. Smith
D. H
Open the Quarry at South Ryegate Rocks New Work Start
South Ryegate in December James Hooke and Rosa Brothers secure rights to Henry Goodine’s quarry land and begin work. They built a road and ready facilities for extensive operations. Stone quality is good and demand is high, signaling a prosperous season ahead.
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South Ryegate
Dee
James Hook~e
Rosa Brothers
Henry Goodine
Tilden Property Sold Prompts Block Construction Plans
William Jack Tus bought the burned Tilden property through B. Cate Real Estate Agency. Tear down the remaining structure and clear the lot. Prospects for new block development in the vicinity look favorable in the near future.
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Maina
William Jack Tus
FP. B. Cate Real Estate
Tilden A
Son Td
Ite
Futuer
Mary Rogers Case In Vermont Sees Cruelty Debate
Plainfield Vermont December 8 1905 readers confront a violent murder case with calls to end cruel execution and align law with mercy. The letter questions state use of the gallows and chloroform reflecting on justice and barbarism in the 1900s.
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Tins
Vermont
Plainfield
Odd Ladies Fair Closes Tonight in Miles Hall
Large crowd enjoyed the Miles Hall Ladies' Fair with a pleasing program. A solo by Miss Conk drew praise and plans for more music tonight include Violin Solo Hungarian Rhapsody, readings, and light chorus performances by local artists.
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Miles’ Hall
Circus Programme at Hale's Pure Street Keeway and Wedne
Circus program lists acts including Two Calliopes, Trick Eephant Quim, contortion, rope work, Monkey Shines, racing exhibition, and a chariot race drawn by Ben Hur and Ben Zena. A concert follows the main show. Admission 100. Dates given as 12 and 19.
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Esamnlatta Ecole
Docko
I Snake Luiemer
Ben Hur
Ben Zena
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Hoosick Falls, N. Y
White River Junction
Walden
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Mary Mabel Taper
Everett, Mass
the Grand Jury
Boston & Maine
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Franklin Falls
N. H
Marshall
Young Emme
C. F
Weary
Idaho
Phildelphia
Bataleship
Tahoe
Wees
Alice Roosevelt
Bastile
Schusselburg
St. Petersburg
Behusell
Neva
Euroki
Reading, Mass
Shriners
Maria Rosi
Pneumonis
O'Leary
Eagle
Onder Onder Wah
Mont
Fouse Wits Cumnus
Daley
Tor the Eagles
Sree Bolton
Kellogg
Taylor
Walsh
Tae Nat Bat
Broggini
Broggins
Fons Street
Jounsbury
Jolmapury
Jostight
Atgas Company Office
Tilden
Mary Rogers Case
America
Trick Eephant Quim
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