Statement by William Nelson Cromwell on Panama stocks
William Nelson Cromwell authorized a statement denying any personal profit from Panama canal stock or bonds. He asserts no American citizen connected with him dealt in Panama shares, cites the 1909 Paris arbitration distribution, and claims no Taft family or Robinson link to Panama Canal matters. The text references Senate testimony and liquidator distributions in France and New Jersey records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Des
William Nelson Cromwell
Indianapolis
Roosevelt
Tome Aera
Aragon Ryden
United States
Eden li
Atary
Panama Canal Company
Senate of the United States
Morgan & Co
Bank of France
Paris
Panama Coas Company
Senate
Panama Canal Company of America
New Jersey
France
Parana
Panam Canal Company
Seine
Patix
America
Panama Canal
Taft
Doryplusa Robinson
Douglass Robjasmin
Phelps Funeral Attended by Insurance Men in Boston
James T. Phelps funeral held at Old South church Boston with largely insured attendees. Rev Allen B Chris officiated and delivered scripture reading and prayer. No music. Pallbearers included George W Souther Fred W econ Khen A Thatcher Clarence O C Miller and many agency colleagues. Dowers sent from home office in Stowe from Boston offices and national life underwriters groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
James T. Phelps
Old South Church
Etyulin
Allen B. Chris
Cho
George W. Souther
Fred W
Econ Khen A. Thatcher
Clarence OC. Miller
Mr. Phelps’ Agency
Woodlawn
Man of
Manchester
Trig of
Brandon
Ke Ua B
Beverly banker takes poison after bank run
Beverly Massachusetts December 11 a Beverly Savings Bank teller Albert S Hooge took poison after exposure to a run on the bank He was rushed to doctors and hovered between life and death Endicott said the town was in an excited uproar as the bank faced a run and the directory indicated the bank was solvent enough to meet demands
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert S. Hooge
Beverly
Mass
Beverly Savings Bank
Endicott
Sera
Instituton
Annual election of officers in Post, Jorpe and Sons of Veterans
The article reports the annual election of officers at the Post Jorpe and Sons of Veterans to be held Saturday at the regular meeting. It lists various local names and roles including master, overseer, lecturer, steward, chaplain, and officers of the Congregational church incorporation meetings and Grange officers elected in December.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jorpe
William Miller
Chelsea
Toiday
William Campton
Bellows A
Noble Mill
Grange
A. G. Tilson
B. ©. Howey
C.H. Ordway
FL. Folsomy
Wi. Farnham
Congregational Church Incorporation
Tuller
Ballon
Farnham
E. Howe
Ciley
C, Adams
Ruef Convicted in San Francisco Bribery Trial
Abraham Ru ef, once a San Francisco political boss, was found guilty of bribery after a 108 day trial. Jurors deliberated for hours as police guarded Carpenter's Hall where supporters and prosecutors watched the outcome with tense anticipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Franciso
Abraham Ruef
San Francisno
Tudge Jam FP
Lawlor
Carpenter's Hall
Body of Aged Man Found in a Hut in Brattleboro
Brattleboro reports the body of a man about 60, with white hair and beard, found in a hut near the Wort River. He weighed about 100 pounds and showed signs of heart trouble. authorities suspected natural death after several days. The body was taken to Townshend for identification.
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Brattleboro
Oninewe
Wort
Vermont
Tred Smith
Newvnne
Jin
Smith
Thaddews Wheeler
Q. T. Gale
Townshend
Andover
Groton Lights Up as Clark & Davidson Plant Opens
Groton December 11 The electric light plant of Clark & Davidson is now in operation with power for homes stores and streets. The generator, a 7 horsepower turbine, 60 cycles at 2200 volts, powers street lights and the General Electric constant current system. The plant will supply the granite sheds and plans include milk piping by I P Hood and Son of Boston.
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Groton
Endre
Clark & Davidson
Harriv Company
Clark Coffin Opera House
Crete
Dow
Ben Beer
Baight
Pete
General Electric
FE. F. Rk
G. Tf. ‘Beckley
Onan
Clark and Davidson
M. T. Beagle Co
Iee
I. P. Hood and Son
Bostop
Memphis man murders five at a tavern in Dec
A colored man, William TL Azura, entered a Memphis dive in December and drew a revolver, killing one man instantly, fatally wounding a second, and seriously wounding several others before his arrest. He had previously killed or wounded more than twenty people and declined to explain his motives.
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Memphis
Tent
Wiliam TL
Azura
Captured the Fanatic and Riots Toll in Kansas City
Kansas City, Dec 11 James Sharp known as Adam God, a fanatic leader in clashes with officers, was arrested in Johnson county Kansas. Louis Pratt, a band leader in the mob that fought police at city hall, died at the hospital. Policeman Michael Mullaney, shot during the riot, also died, bringing fatalities to four.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
James Sharp
Adam God
Montieille
Johnson County
Kansas
Tle
Louis Pratt
Band of Nation
City Hall
Michael Mullaney
The Farmer and The Cow Tests in Vermont
Vermont farmers face criticism over tuberculosis testing amid legislature debates. The Bennnnington Banner notes farmers seek tests in fall to avoid winter losses, while some doubt Honest handling. most owners aim to manage dairy cattle costs, not defraud the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vermont
Bennington Banner
Bryan Demands Panama Charges Investigation
Lincoln Nebraska December reports that Bryan insists on an official probe into Panama accusations. He states the charges have become concrete and cannot be dismissed with ridicule, urging that they be confronted seriously rather than dismissed by malice.
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Lincoln
Neb
Dec. L
Bryan
Panama
Sedition bill eyed for speedy trial and new court
The draft measures speed up trials for anti government activists by removing juries and creating a three member special court. It targets sedition convictions and anticipates broader extensions of provisions in the future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alain Dees
Talk of the Town and Local Sales Mix in One
Saturday specials feature home made chocolates at 20 cents a box and walnuts at 16 cents a pound from Barre Candy Kitchen. Friday supper and sale by Tright Star Rebekah Judge No 18 draws a large attendance. Saturday sales in Scumplus block offer wristlet items with varied finishes. Local bowling match stirs excitement and a cinema picture titled Through in to what It ie where the picture was taken headlines the page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barre
Ladies of Tright Star
Rebekah
J, Segel & Co
Pirane
Laney
Cor
Uncalinder Taetters Listed For Week End 1908
The source lists numerous names including Meo-C Briss Fred Bernasconi Wallastro Cardini Outer Geronillo Cramps HH J Gaimptell Henry Comstock Cyr G Oipers Fiddle Bry Hi M Erin Ain Sd Joba Claude ley Ted Syn Niel Dery By OT feet a car Moe Lookle Mex A Ae haowltant McKeavie Srv Bea Mond Josie Ye Deeold Mra leery Pailin Slargeret and others in a weekly claimant roundup with unclear entries and spellings.
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C. Briss
Fred Bernasconi
Waring Wallastro
Bathiste Cardini
Outer
Geronillo Cramps
Neta
Mrs. V
Carney
Jalan Diney
Coe Ao Lookle
McKeavie
Srv
Bea
Josie
Mra
Leery Pailin
Slargeret
Outgrowing the Church in Swanton
Swanton church expansion discussed as the venting capacity grows due to rapid parishioner increases. Rev. T. M. Robin returned from England two years ago and has raised $5,000 for parochial school improvements.
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Swanton
T. M. Robin
England
Red Cross to Sell Christmas Stamps in Vermont
Secretary Forbes of the Vermont Red Cross Society ordered 30,000 Christmas stamps to be sold through principal bookstores in the state. The proceeds aid Vermont patients unable to pay their way, with stamps expected early next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross Society
Vermont
Albans
Forbes
Vermont Red Cross Society
Sante Ince Arecipal
Encyrae
Man Killed by Cattle Attack Near Farm
Dee Darrilie dies after a bull fatally charges while watering stock on a rural farm. Investigation suggests the animal escaped its stall, then charged the man who was returning to the barn. Wife and two grown children survive. Authorities probe circumstances.
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Darrilie
Dee
Promineet Fanner
Bern
Mr. Webster Wares
Vermont House Debates Cattle Tax Bill and Debt Deductions
The Vermont House resumed debate on a bill repealing prevent laws for debt deductions from appraised personality value. Members questioned amendments on tax proportional mortgagor shares, heard a lengthy defense of the bill, and discussed its impact on town finances and school funding. New bills were introduced, and a Senate tax commission bill outlined a three member panel with salaries. The docket included an effort to lay the bill aside for further consideration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biaze
Cattle Commission
Hitchcock - Pittsford
Wheeler
South Burlington
Fish
Vergennes
Ridport
Tate
Willan
Bren
Nan
Pairfield
Vermont
Ad Te Marlboro
Dellver
Montpelier
Mr. Ee
Brighton
Walker
Dunmerston
Northfeld
Mewitty
Emander
Goodie
Delioer
Hill
Leary
Burlington
State Tax Commission
Senate
Vermont Tax Commission
Legisiatte
Babl Comimindtion
Tenation Inne
Vermont House Debates Tax and Amendments on Public Devices
In a heated session Mr Wt Seis urged delaying a tax bill for a telegraph or machine tax while opposing a proposed amendment. Mr. Wildame of Newport sought to table until printed. Debate covered taxing visiting aids and roads damage claims. The House adjourned after dismissing a bill to raise justice court fees from 60 cents to one dollar per day.
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En Feler
Ae Od
Pitford
Wildame
Newport
Howe
Johnsbury
Buyoo
Waterbury
New Vermont Bills Move Through Legislature Incomplete Text
A series of proposed laws lists acts to incorporate Vermont firms, adjust public statutes, and modify court procedures. Items reference the Wilmington and Whitingham iron company, Rutland and Tidewater Rat company, and changes to bond provisions, hospital transfers, and divorce summons.
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Rennet No
Wilmington and Whitingham Iron Company
Rutland and Tidewater Rat Company
Vermont
Funeral of Alexander Lawrence in Gordon clan rite
The funeral for Alexander Lawrence was held at two o clock with Reverend Foote officiating. A quartet performed two selections. Attendees included clan members from Clan Gordon and others from Citn and the Barre Rangers.
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Alexander Lawrence
Strangers From Canada End Up At Northfield Farm Work
Three Syrians with no money or friends wandered into Northfield and were taken to a government labor site. Chief Durkee asked Mrs. Sarkies for help to learn their needs. The men, claiming Canada as origin, were en route to Willimantic and will be assigned to the local poor farm for now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arobeds
Northfield
Durkee
Mrs. Sarkies
Northfield Street
Canada
Willimantic
Geats
Christmas Tree Licenses and County Sale Rules
State's Attorney notes few alleged violations in county Christmas tree trade. Licenses to buy trees last a year and Washington county licenses do not expire until late fall, allowing continued shipment to market this season. Prosecutions unlikely due to license terms and timing.
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Washington County
Printer union organizer visits state to assess coalitions
An oral organizer for the International Typographical Union tours the state's lingeries to gauge typographers coalitions and potential unions in cities lacking such groups. Moloney of Lawrence visits Marre and Rutland, planning to proceed to Barlington and other towns.
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Ayel
Marre
Rutland
Mroney
Moloney
Lawrence
Barlington
A Fine Gift Announcement in Montpelier
A disjointed Montpelier notice reports BW Bailey of Chicago and LL Tafp of Mums offering a monetary gift or donation. The text is garbled but indicates support for a new ward project and a formal announcement ceremony or decision.
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Cunde
Montpelier
BW. Bailey
Chicago
LL. D. Tafp
Mums
Ener
Guilty Verdict in Windsor County Court for William Hazard
In Woodstock Windsor county court William Hazard was found guilty of criminal assault on a white woman named Mrs. Jesnin Boyce after a brief trial. A sentence of not less than seven nor more than nine years was imposed, with potential additional imprisonment of 25 years later, and Hazard was sent to the state prison after probation.
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Woodstock
Windsor County Court
William Hazard
Jesnin Boyce
MIT BY A BRICK. Riley Almost Injured at Building Site
Martin Riley narrowly escaped a severe injury when a brick fell from an overhead fall at the L. Dodge block construction at Main and creetano yesterday afternoon. The brick struck his head, cut four inches across the scalp, but doctors found no skull fracture and Riley left the office in good condition with no serious ill effects expected.
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Martin Riley
L. Dodge
Main
Mgr
Riley
Socomas
Abutters consider river project at city meeting
Abutters discussed the river change proposal offered by the city council. They said gathering abutters before the legislative committee on municipal matters is impossible within the short time before reporting to the legislature.
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Legislative Committee
Municipal Coane
Ge Reynalda Dy 8
Bils
W. Gi.s
A. A. St
A. A. St of the
Barre Railroad
Gity Council
Obituary for Charles A Bay of Websterville
Charles A Bay of Websterville died at home on November 20 after tuberculosis. He was born in Fairfax 26 years ago and moved to Barre in 1901 to work as a granite cutter. He leaves a wife, one child, five sisters and three brothers. Interment was December 2 in Websterville. The family extends thanks to friends and neighbors and to the Masons and Gordon service. A special Montpelier Barre railroad train is advertised for tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles A. Bay
Websterville
Fairfax
Barre
Lecture and Masonic Meeting Noted in Local Notices
Those who remember the Shep ard troupe will hear a member sing at the lecture at 8 o'clock in the 1M. Bi church. A gathering of officers and attendance at the Foresters' hall follows Taigit at 7 30. Hotel Otis arrivals include Manville Shaffer Hunt Boston Thompson Millard James Bowton Miles Mulvey and eleven members of the Astark company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shepard
Ming
OG. Newton
Bastepeed Burlington
J. J. EB. Gole
Ion Court
Foresters’ Hell
Withes
Hotel
Otis
M. P. Manville
Louiene Shaffer
Burlington
F. L. Hunt
Boston
J. C. Thompson
I Es Millard
New York
Bowton
BR. PF. Miles
Werth C.D Stronk
Owt E- Mulvey
Dence Re
Astark Company
The Comique Theater Show at Main Street
Fragmentary notice describes a performance by The Thesteium at 46 Main Street Buampted, with unclear venue details. No clear date or precise names beyond The Comique picture. Forsaken text limits full reconstruction.
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Lactare
Calfurlay
Haliog
Thesteium
Main Street
Maceuson
Buampted Bae Y
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Hank Vor
Deturne
Burlington Arts
Phelps
Tunbridge
Ruef
Immer
San Francisco
Day
Italy
Sedition
India
TOWN
Swanton Hag
Danville
DeBoer
Delloer
Montepelier
Tie
I dl
Game and’ Fisheries
Stete
Prouty
Alex Lawrence
Clan’ Gordon and
Rangers
Xmas Tree Sale
Ta Heston Hospital
William Hard
Mit
Tikkuens
Sesley
Chin Gordon
Mia
Alexander Lawrence and Son
Shriners
Twokwo
Nour
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