15 Dec 1904
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1904
Page
1
The last vessel of the Port Arthur fleet returned fire with vigor for several nights as Japanese forces pressed a determined assault on Sevastopol.
fragmentary dispatch from Tokyo reports a vessel damaged but remaining afloat. Port Arthur source notes significant resistance, with confusing details about attacks, missing crew, and a submerged torpedo tube observation.
London dispatches quote conflicting morning reports on the Sevastopol raid. One telegram claims the vessel was torpedoed and sunk, a later message says the attempt failed. If true, the Port Arthur squadron would be effectively weakened.
Washington reports a Tokyo cable detailing Japanese naval bombardment of Sevastopol on December 12 and 13. Torpedo boat activity near the harbor damaged three ships, with one torpedo boat disabled and towed back. Casualties listed as three wounded.
Progress on the battleship Vermont at Fore River Shipyard shows 210 feet completed with construction advancing at about three to three and a half percent per month. Lieutenant Robert Farquhar, U S Marine Corps, who attended Annapolis, has been assigned to the New York navy yard for duty.
Jerome Dumas of Ke tareville was tried in Windsor county court and found not guilty of breaking the liquor law. The oil stocks case Hillare Durkee was continued, and a suit to recover the value of a horse and harness against Carlyova Martin resulted in a verdict for the defendant.
Delegates appointed by Vermont and New York governments meet in Montreal to press for uniform fishing regulations with Quebec Ontario and the Great Lakes. Lieut Governor Fish and Game Commissioner Thomas Senator Sibby Major Pond and others will confer with Canadian officials to harmonize interdiction and stocking policies and discuss cross border fishing standards.
Boston reports World Wide Christian Endeavor enrollment above 45 000 with 565 societies. New units formed on Okis Ino Newark Boston and Chienge ships alongside plans for the 1906 Baltimore convention. Preparations progress as choirs of thousands train for the event and rally.
Cleveland reports tell of Mrs. Chadwick arriving home to a hostile crowd. She faced jeers and wailed, denied bail, and was jailed after a tense passage through the federal building. The scene included mob hostility, a delay in transfer, and a raft of local scorn amid ongoing legal actions.
A city mystery report from New York states two wealthy men from Cleveland were lured into a gambling house where they lost 68 000 pounds, 44 000 in checks recovered, 24 000 cash not refunded. An intermediary posing as an old friend introduced them. They notified authorities and received 14 000 in checks after the incident. names were withheld.
Latioer Luttinger a 07 year old boy in Syracuse committed suicide by placing a powder charge in his mouth and igniting it. The blast blew off the top of his head after he had endured cancer under his tongue and could not bear the pain.
Report from East Wall states that four year old Joseph Stewart, son of Joseph Stewart, remains alive two weeks after a shotgun accident involving his brother. The exact sequence of events remains unclear and explanations are unlikely.
Miss Maude Alice and Hai were married at eight in Bethel at the home of Mr Tyler David Strout. On their wedding trip they will ride the night train, and upon return will live in the village where Mr pra works for E C Piother Tannery Co as a carrier.
The second evening of Graniteville's Ladies' Aid fair drew a crowded crowd and lively cheering for the Katy Did cantata. Prizes were won in contests counting quilt pins and beans in a pint jar, with Boswell Miles and a 1058-bean guess among the results. Proceeds are expected to reach about 25.0. Upcoming events include a bridge tournament and a New Year’s gathering at Miles' hall on December 30.
A mix of brief notices on visits business trips births and illnesses. People named include A Tomasi John Thompson Hiram Brerette J H Watson George Northrop Jama Allen Miss Helen Miles and Mra DM Miles. Also mentions a court interpreter Andreani in the Garibaldi case and a masquerade social with a grand march and refreshments.
The Ladies Aid of the Congregational church reports pledges exceeding $2500 for their project. A Mothers' Society meeting is set for Friday at 2 PM in the K of P hall for October to December birthdays. Rev P S Henson spoke at Barre Entertainment Course. his Boston Tremont Temple address drew interest on various life types. Funeral services for Mrs. Perrin are planned in Randolph with burial in the Perrin plot. General Secretary Hibbert appeals for support for striking textile workers in Fall River.
In last evening’s cribbage league, the F of A team defeated Red Men five tables to three. Notable results include Sangeter M defeating Roane and Williams V of A beating Mil BOM. Gark F encountered Webster and Lind, Forbes and Duncrn RK Br defeated Mackie and Milne, and Robertson with Yewle and Pat trvon topped Borgh. I M defeated Anderson and Pride evening looms as league standings show low totals.
The frost marked windows and biting air defined a frigid December in the state. Temperatures hovered 14 to 16 degrees below zero, with Montpelier reporting the depths of cold and Main Street showing the chill’s reach as citizens shivered through a rare winter freeze. A Senator Tuesday night gathering underscored the severity of the cold spell.
A reception for the ladies of St Ethelh s was held at Joan s home in the afternoon. Rev C Roberts and Mrs Micah French attended. A prayer service followed a collation and brief service as members departed after the Apostolic Creed and the Tarra Prayer.
At the last regular meeting of the Ladien, officers were elected for the year including Lady Commander J A Denno and other posts. Eight new names were added yesterday, bringing hive membership near 60 with a goal of 200 by January 1, 1906, as Lady Commander C Har won plans to work toward the target.
Chelan December 1 8 Garibaldi of Will town pleaded guilty to assault with intent to commit rape on the daughter of Mrs Fontana of Williams town. He received a sentence of not less than five years nor more than six years in the state prison at Windsor.
Boston telegram reports the London sensational claim of Mr Lawson's assassination is denied as untrue. No evidence supports the rumor. publishers state Lawson remains alive and active this morning amid circulating chatter.
A rumor spread on the London Stock Exchange this morning that Thomas W. Lawson of Hoxton had been killed by assassination. No confirmation yet from Lawson or associates, market moves cautious as speculation swirls.
A fragment reports extreme cold with readings near minus twenty in Millerton and minus ten in area S C. Mentions Canaries for sale and addresses including 17 Harrington Avenue, Hen County. Irregular text references Lakeville Coan and Andrewsburg.
At the Harverinite annual meeting fifty manufacturers praised president Williaw S Aleuinder for his fourth consecutive year in office. A large purse of money was presented as a token of appreciation and goodwill for his services to the association and the leather goods industry. The event also featured organization leaders and a routine slate of officers elected for the coming year.
The Northfield granite cutters strike remains unsettled as union members vote today. Industry officials expect a settlement before long. workers express cautious confidence that an agreement will be reached soon.
W A Moore is elected grand knight and P Henry Brown deputy grand knight. The Raighte council also selects officers including James and Wa Den, Daniel Marply, Sullivan, A de Moore as financial secretary, Edwant Owns as treasurer, Joby Lar outside turd, Thames Barry, John Wheaty, HJ Seinide, and J M Brant. Meeting adjourned to Monday at 8 0 when the first degree will be worked.
In Seacabes Burgess a voluntary petition shows total assets of 12 211 90 with 4 177 01 nominal. credits and debts outstanding. Real estate valued at 52 500 among the assets, with several creditors listed and amounts owed.
A fire started by a lit match lodged in a catch caused a blaze aboard a coach. The head of the Bats flagrant incident spread sparks, threatening the car before responders contained the fire. No further damage or casualties were reported.
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