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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1909

Page

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Government seeks 50000 to fund attack on frauds at sugar trust

Washington reports Attorney General Wicker urges appropriation of 50000 to present the case on a vast conspiracy of depravity tied to the sugar trust and port frauds. He cites a network of corruption across importers officers and government officials and promises to recover moneys defrauded. The plan includes immunizing witnesses to secure testimony while pursuing criminal accountability.

Washington, D. C Wicker New York Acys Ip9 Peerallage Tha Jersay City Brooklyn Tee Tolagsipebrsiy Ataber Interstata Commerce United Taten

Wedding ceremony in Ma'slorte ends amid confetti

Mien Kian Ariedo of 5 River Street and Antonin Dice Par-Incia of 2724 Granite Street wed in a city clerk office ceremony performed by Justice James Markey. Guests and attendants offered congratulations as the couple left to begin life at 2 Granite Street.

Mien Kian Ariedo River’ Street Antonin Dice We & Granite Eather Granite Street

Waterbury Dentist Faces Federal Financial Matter

M Righer a Waterbury dentist filed a petition in a United States court seeking relief from debts. The case involves funds alleged as part of a tax or loan program and lists assets in a manner suggesting exemptions or exemptions status. The filing name appears with a clerk and federal docket details, indicating an ongoing bankruptcy or financial proceeding.

E. M. Righer Waterbury United States Court Aefas

Sugar Men's Defense Begun in Sugar Case

In New York a defense for Henry F Opel, alleged employer of American Lager Refining, argues the scales used to weigh sugar are obsolete and government weighers defective. Counsel claims government employees caused weight abortages, not sugar company manipulation, as trial proceeds.

New York Henry F. Opel Mane Enameel Senlee Wales Liman Reaven

Fatal stabbing spree in France ends with suicide

In Mirrşeilles on December 11 a man with a mental health crisis fatally wounded his mother and three children after slaying his two young sons and a daughter due to a furious outburst. He then killed himself as onlookers reacted with alarm.

Mirrseilles France Pierre Rowviere, & Iqiding Wits Sims

Deadly blaze at McClintock Irving plant in Pittsburgh

A fire engulfed the McClintock Irving Company plant in Pittsburgh on December 11, trapping three men in boiling tar in the boiler room. One man escaped severely burned, and the loss is estimated at 850,000 dollars.

Pittabirg McClintock Irving Company

Fire destroys Wheeling building housing court and theatre

Fire swept through Wheeling West Virginia destroying the board of trade building, one of the state’s finest, with a loss estimated at 250000 dollars. The structure housed the city court and theatre, causing extensive damage.

Wheeling W. Vi Dee Board of Trade Buiilding

Balance Ledger and Obituary Notices From Washington County

A balance of 1 008 31 is recorded with notes on county prison board expenses for clothing printing and travel. An obituary for Noah P Taylor of Washington details a long illness ending at home with interment in the family plot and lists surviving relatives and attendees. A fire at Newport Lumber Company near Grand Isle destroyed a steam snow mill and timber worth about 4 000.

San Francie Dee. W Quinn Newport Lamber Company Dorset

Labor War Prompts Barre City Granite Standstill

A Barre Vermont letter to the Granite Manufacturers Association and the Vee Cutters urges readers to consider the Washington county labor dispute. It outlines rising unemployment, quarry shutdowns, and financial strain on workers and the public, arguing for creedful adherence to wage agreements to avoid worsening conditions.

Fuller Barre Granite Manufacturers’ Association Vee Cutters Ee Nak Weahington Harré City Barre Waterbury Northfteld Walington County Vermont Toalay T . Ae Fem Opr

Sudden End to His Trial for Second Degree Murder

James M. Harmon Jr. pleaded guilty to second degree murder in the Maud Hartley case at East Cambridge. The defense’s insanity angle collapsed after Dr. Utley’s testimony, and Harmon surrendered to authorities after the shooting near a streetcar. His father is a police sergeant.

East Cambridge Maye James M. Herman, Jr Maud Hartley Tonny Harmon E.R. Utley Harriet Ben Storgs L. Walton Jent'y Atieniata T R. Stedman Miss Hartlay

Milford Blast at Webb Quarry Shocks Region

Great blast in Milford Mexico Dec 1 shakes the area at Webb quarry as 250 explosives detonate. Several moles weigh from nine to four tons and rocks fly long distances while a new rock face forms near 150 feet high. Charges were buried feet apart and depths reached five to eight feet. Superintendent Charles W. Oerpoll oversaw the scene with Electrician George Knott firing the charge at 2 PM.

Milford Mex Webb Uodel Charles W. Oerpoll George Knott

Talk of the Town EM visitors and moves

Business visitor Laws came to Plainfield yesterday with a group including BA Wosehrack and Marstfield’s son. Others departed for Red Grefield North Carolina for new positions while hotel arrivals included T O’Brien and George N Norwicd.

EM. Laws Plainfield Wosehrack Eon Marstfield Prank Steele Gevers Haven Chanesky Wat Wight Red Grefield N. C T. O'Brien Bie Bartms Pany George N. Norwicd

Two Get Prison Sentences for Photographer and Forger

Hyde Park Dec 11 A traveling photographer Buckett received a sentence of not more than three years for statutory rape. Whitney pleaded guilty to forgery and was sentenced to Windsor for not more than two and a half years nor less than one and a half years.

Hackett Windsor Hyde Park Hunt Edward M. Stayton New York State Wil Buckett Whitney

John Chynoweth Dies After Illness at 74

John Chynoweth, longtime resident linked to burton houses, died at his home in Montpelier after months of stomach trouble. He was 74. The funeral will be held this afternoon at 4 at his son's Montpelier home. Interment will follow in a nearby cemetery.

Fohs Chynoweth Jes Kista Chynoweth Mr. Chenoweth Montpelier Hneiad

Bold Bank Robbers Strike Newark Office

Three armed men entered a Newark company office before noon and forced staff to surrender while rifling the desk for cash. A bystander, Frederick Vetter, was shot and seriously wounded. robbers escaped and were not captured.

Newark M. J Harmahoute Thirteenth Ward W— Bsw Frederick Vetter

Gas Incident Leaves Family Ill at Orange Street Home

In a four story residence at 4 Orange Street occupants fell ill from gas exposure. J W Gould and his two children, including Ronald Gould, were affected while a neighbor assisted. Dr Reid treated the unconscious victims, and Mr Gould returned from Ryegate after the incident.

J. W. Gould Orange Street Gus Ronald Wid Bin

Williamstown Native Joseph Gregory Dies at 77

Joseph Gregory a well known resident of Williamstown Dee aged 77 died at 6 oclock this morning in the village from old age. He was the son of Rev John Gregory a Universalist minister and served as an engineer on railroad lines before and after the Civil War. He farmed on West Hill and later bought land on the acre. The funeral will be held Monday afternoon and burial will be in the village cemetery.

Williamstown Dee John Gregory Universalist Wisto Northfield Central Vermont Raiload Western Rail Bat West Hill Besse Acre Nesides

Margaret Gillan McKeowin Dies After Illness at 12710

Margaret Olflan McKeowin widow of William McKeowin died this morning after a three month illness following an apoplectic shock. Born December 9, 1861 in Aberteen Scotland she came to Barre 24 years ago and resided here since. She leaves two brothers and a sister in Kingston and two daughters and a son in the city. The daughters are Mrs W Doi and Mrs Robert Wright. Funeral services Monday at two oclock at her late home 22 Brook street conducted by Rev J D MacKengie.

Mra Noah P. Taylor Willage Washington Tige Road Daniels Waa Washington N. P. Taylor Reuhin Lord Orange John Taylor Tilin Lord Mia Margaret Olflan McKeowin William McKeowin Ma McKeowin Deanary Aberteen Scotland Barre Nince Kingland Robert Wright Wiliam McKeowin Selock Brook Street J. D. MacKengie

Waterbury Hypatia Club meets for annual event

The Hypatia club held its annual entry meeting yesterday afternoon at Waterbury 1190. A luncheon was served before members discussed ties to the trade and conservation. Rodden C HL Spanner spoke on Ostmeevation as the subject, with Amy Wooler playing piano and the audience singing "Amerion" at the close.

Hypatia Witerhiery Poe Rodden C Mie Amy Wooler Amerion

Vermont Public Utilities Regulation Discussed by Commissioner

A Vermont state commissioner described the evolution of public utility regulation from early railroads to modern intrastate utility oversight. He traced the transition from railroad commissions to the public service commission responsible for light heat and power, arguing regulation addresses corporate abuses and may lead to public ownership.

University Friande CH. Nute Righardson Hollister Jarkson Vermont Werview Muminiealan Railroad Commission

Consideration of Proposition by Northfield Branch and Rare Manufacturers Association

Meetings this afternoon by Northfield branch led by G. C. LA and the Rare Manufacturers Association to discuss a proposition from their committees. Payday was today for cutters tool sharpeners and polishers in Harre with about $11,000 paid to idle workers. A Lumpers Hoxers and Cerrickmop union special meeting yesterday created relief efforts for out of work members, with a relief committee at headquarters from 9 am to 4 pm.

Northfield ‘Branch G. C. LA Harre Hlindout Hoxers Cerrickmop Yeaterday Setion Oae

Pair arraigned after liquor raid plead not guilty

Mr and Mrs Minnie Willie and John Stewart were arraigned on liquor selling charges after a Gran ite Street house raid found bear bottles in a cupboard. Willis admitted to keeping but Stewart was bound over. both posted bail and were discharged pending further hearings. State's Attorney Gates filed information in county court.

Minnie Willie John Stewart Oscar Bory Howe Mia Mrs. Willis Willis Ywohation Stewart Hazel

Vehicle collision near Montpelier injures drivers and wagon

In a mishap near Montpelier in the evening a wagon was overturned injuring Mr Badger and others. An unnamed passenger sustained serious injuries while the horse remained unharmed as bystanders reported the incident and the wagon suffered extensive damage.

A. W. Bai Montpelier Peter Timadie Badger Aemelie Harge Mr. Belger Tate Seth Eadiggier Herve

Two Men Hit by Train in Wells River Accident

Two men were struck by a train at the western end of the overhead line near Montpelier and Wells River. Arthur F. B. Davis and Mr. Congines were injured. Davis escaped serious harm while Congines suffered several broken ribs and other injuries. Davis was treated for injuries at Parker House in Woodsville, and Congines was hospitalized for his wounds.

Levers Riley Davis Wells River Montpelier & Wella River Stone New Bonat Paice Hilge Cay Woodsville Hooke Mr. Davie Mr. Tha Mr. Douglass Cottage Hospital Woodeville Mr. Devis Parker Honuse Myr. Congines

Banquet Elects New Officers for Local Order

Right candidate slate chosen at banquet where caplanful officers were elected including Tease S. Bailey as potentate and Thomas Pletcher as chief rabban. New officers listed encompass treasurer Dean Town and others from Barre Montpelier and surrounding towns.

Chancery Suit Against Union Mutual

A chancery suit in Washington County court seeks specific performance from Union Mutual Fire Insurance and others over an alleged November 1860 agreement with Boston and Maine railroad partners to accept half of insurance in settlement of potential litigation. The case cites claims against Cumh man, Ranklin of Lyndon and mentions various related actions in Barre and Montpelier courts with damages up to 10 dollars.

Washington County Ton & Maine Railroad Mutual Inter Par Cniadenia Cusheman & Ranklin Lyndon Union Mutual and Otter Companies Boston & Main Cumhman & Ranklin Raero Bexton & Maine Elmer Pittsley City of John Phinkett Plasley & Phentley Re Cither Barre Vipelife Ayersie Bayes Frank Bailey

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Wickersham Congroxa United States Southern District of Ieee City Hall Waterbury Dentin C. M. Bugbee SUGAR Counsel Marsilles Amack Hawaii Taft Chelsea J. A. Chamherlatn Grand Tele Bay State Renate Grand, Isle North Herm Harvey Riuid Sharon Wan Om Tim K.P. Parnayworth Ron Creeens Borad Tf Barre Terre, Vt James B. Harmon, Jr Talk OF the Town John Chynoweth Newark, N. J Ronald Gavid Joseph Gregory Williametown Margaret Gillan McKeowin Hypatia Club Spooner Northfield Branch A. W. Badger A. S. Douglass and Arthur B. Davis Arthur FB. Davis Wotime Bari R. Devin Shrindy Chauncery Union Mutual Boston & Maine Railroad
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