12 Dec 1907
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1907
Page
1
Washington dispatch outlines reaction to Taft Roosevelt and Cannon allied managers declaring Taft’s position after election night. Prominent Republicans like Cannon Foraker and La Follette weigh in on two term pledge while Democrats anticipate Bryan’s momentum and Roosevelt’s standing.
Washington DC December 12 The elane Mego for the sen d ing of the omerpate u for national committer as Chairmen Tow Taggart announced he would do two days work rather than sit Friday Leweville pol ioto the field at the fact minute at 8 prong bidder fir the convention The majority of Se pomatetles has en Streemen were of the opinion and will be nominated Jx tireener Dong lees of Maaserhunetly seems to be vbodee for second place.
Dee Allen led the University of Maine rural club to federate with New England colleges. Officers named include J. S. Irwin of Maine as president A. H. Telsings of CT as secretary, Harrington of Vermont as treasurer. A constitution will be drafted and the federation aims to unite agricultural interests for coordinated action next fall at the Maine campus.
The Vermont Grange session at the Tau o'clock hall opened with the sixth degree and unwritten work. Speakers included Allen Fletcher Cavendish Walter Farnsworth Rutland ex governor Bell and Special Master Sargent Brattleboro. A national escha by reg attended briefly before departing to Springfield for the state meeting. the evening showed improved work with no looks used and music by the ladies Wartette.
Washington. Dec 12. Surgeon General Rixey announced that Mrs Nicholas Longworths appendicitis operation performed by Dr Finey of Baltimore had been perfectly successful and her condition was satisfactory The decision for surgery was made yesterday and President Roosevelt was informed to keep his daughter under care at the White House until she is out of danger The daughter had suffered pains after a Harvard football game and a mild abdominal condition was suspected before the operation was deemed necessary The family physician ordered rest and a return to social duties only after recovery
A fragment reports a near destruction of a plant at Ciocinnsti with damages estimated between 105000 and 150000. It mentions hackers of members' supplies and a trading road incident that occurred yesterday.
Dredford reports the Quebec express bound for Boston on the Montreal and Maine line crashed into rocks at Valley Mountain near the town. The snowbound engine was damaged and several cars derailed but no serious injuries were reported. tracks were cleared and service resumed shortly after the incident.
Fragmented report states 265 bodies recovered at 1010 day after catastrophe. Company denies extending aid. Earlier figures claim 260 bodies taken from mine. In morning briefing confusion persists about final toll and rescue progress.
Mrs. Masene and her two children barely avoided tragedy when the train started as she clung to the steps on Tuesday afternoon at Northfield station. The children were sent home on the next northbound train. In a separate accident, a nine year old boy sustained a broken leg while attempting to catch a delivery team near Northfield High School. Doctors F Hubbell and CA Shaw attended and treated the injuries.
District Attorney Jerome announced that a special grand jury summoned by Justice Dowling will begin next week an investigation into the Hamilton Bank International Trust Provident Life Assurance and likely the Knickerbocker Trust. After General Jackson and Jerome will personally lead the inquiry and present evidence to the panel.
Last vacant berth in the impaving double line of Pacific Hound Battleships filled yesterday afternoon as the Minnesota, flagship of Rear Admiral Thomas, steamed into Hampton Roads and took her place at the head of the outward column.
Lieutenant Aaron P. Walcott, longtime Illinois G A R official and former Cook County sheriff, died at his Melrose home yesterday aged TL years. A native of Boston he served with the Third Massachusetts Light Artillery in the Civil War and fought in thirty two battles. He lived in Chicago after the war. He is survived by a widow and three children.
Miss Mi Tiealny defeats Miss Butler in the grammar school contest. Miss Healey arrives from Willaston with high recommendations. A new cement house owned by Mr. ee stands near Pleasant Street, expected ready for occupancy around March. The workshop has arrived and construction progresses with machinery in place.
A historic Silver Jubilee celebration concludes with a banquet honoring notable individuals in Montreal and Vermont. The event reflects long service in religious and community roles, mentioning life events and the rectorate of an Ontbeptie figure amid renovations and enduring honors.
St Albans Dec 12 Col Charles 8 Forbes says Vermont exhibit items at the bacen Jamestown will be sent home displays will be hung in the state capital and the granite and marble pieces likely turned over to state. Several offers exist for the Vermont building and a sale is expected soon.
Holy Cross opened the basketball season with a 35 to 19 victory over Norwich University. Dowd led Holy Cross with 22 points while Stevens and team play boosted the win. Norwich shot poorly, with Carpenter and Karney standout on offense but the Crusaders controlled the floor and pace.
Mrs W E Terrill of Montpelier announces the death of her husband’s father in a Boston hospital after treatment. The deceased, born in Underhill, will be taken home for interment. Survived by sons Arthur George Fred and William E Terrill, traveling representative for a drug firm. Funeral held this afternoon.
State's Attorney Wilson of Orange County files information against Eastern Vermont Telephone and Telegraph for alleged statute violations regarding transfer of messages between companies. Local court term notes docket activity, continuances, and Judge Taylor's debut, with mixed rulings and praise for his handling of divorce testimony.
Williams of the Boys Team arranged a four game Vine schedule at Spaulding. A Friday night clash near Lalor Street highlights the season with the captain expected to lead and be honored. The program includes Burtingtoam and local seminary ties, reflecting prep school sports activity in February.
A county jail plan proposes using prisoners to work in a city wood yard. A wood lot near the market area would be established for timber tasks, with inmates assigned to chopping and related labor as soon as a suitable site is secured.
In a divided honors inter re and Starlab event, I M defeated Gordon and Taylor while C G beat Marshall and Diack. Other results include Dinnie beating Milne, Kirien and Booth defeating Wright and Iron, and Will and Cordinor beating Mackie and McDonald. The next match is set for Tuesday December 17 between the two Red Men and the Catholic Order of Foresters.
Charles F Spear of Spear Bros holds valuable aged documents from the Massachusetts bay colony era. The lot includes four dated warrants and a royal writ naming Poleg Stearns as respondent, witnessed in Cambridge November 24 1760, with receipts and a True American privateer payment noted.
State's Attorney Gates sent letters to Montpelier merchants urging a Sunday closing, warning of prosecutions for openings after midnight. The effort, supported by the Merchants' Association, aims to curb Sunday commerce with drug stores and hotels likely to join, potentially denying Sunday papers to townsfolk.
Two workmen, Janex Rowan and I. Marcasonni, were injured at the Jones Brothers plant this morning. Rowan was drilling a granite block when a stone rolled, and in steadying himself he dropped his hammer, striking and injuring his left thumb. Marcasonni was hit in the jaw by flying steel, suffering a deep gash.
Dr. Lewis D. Martin of Barre has been appointed to the state board of osteopathic examiners by Gaynor Procter. The new board member joins W W Frook of Montpelier and two others, Drs Sherburne of Rutland and Wheeler of Brattleboro. The board’s duty is to license physicians in osteopathy and certify those who pass the exam. Hagel Wilkinson began work at the Cy hotel today.
Annual meeting in You ft Averill 5 elected William Marr as president for the coming year and named four committees to draft a new price bill to take effect with the five year agreement. Directors include J A Preell and H J M Jones. Committees will meet unions to set prices for cutters polishers and polishers. The association reports a prosperous year and a favorable outlook.
At their hall in Ch Scampint brook last evening Barreconneil No 401 Knights of Columbus held its annual officer election. The slate included George W Gorman as knight, O W Boyna financial secretary, AL C Moore recording secretary, D J Sullivan treasurer, BE Owens warden, Daniel Murphy chancellor, W A Reilly lecturer, Barney Grimen inside guard, John Hartigan outside guard, Will Dineen trustee, John O Leary chaplain, Rev P M McKenna physician. A smoke talk followed and refreshments were served.
Twelve candidates were initiated at the regular meeting of the local retail clerks protective union held at the Knights of Pythias hall. The initiation increased local membership by about 40 in a few weeks. Newly initiated included Miss Mary Busti Mrs Joseph Denno Miss May Thwing Albert McQueen Fred Pickering Harry Willard Paul Piersons Fred Robinson Russell Lynch Fred Ingalls David Bird and ELJped. Afterward a social featuring dancing and cards followed with music by a three piece orchestra.
Patrimonial Certificates required to participate. Woodmen hall in Bolsteia hosted a pleasant dance last evening with about thirty couples attending. Gilberteen's orchestra provided music and the event wrapped up at midnight with light refreshments. Organizers included RH. Welly, BE. A. Crown, and several local figures.
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