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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1903

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Mary Rogers Murder Trial Hearings Reveal Affair Claims

In Bennington a murder trial shows testimony about a former lover, Marcus Knapp, and Mrs. Mary Rogers. Evidence includes letters, a note on a hat, life insurance talk, and alleged suicide notes. Knapp describes plans to marry Rogers and her husband’s insurance papers. defense notes focus on handwriting and distances.

Rogers Mes Youn Nash Alfradt Pripot Mex Mra Rogers Morris Knapp Sirs Thy Knapp Co. KV. N. G Fort Ethan Allen Bennington

Murderous Assault On Rutland Woman Reported

Gideon Reed, accused by the victim Mrs. Saldaon Read, is not yet captured as of date. The attack occurred at her Cleveland Avenue home last night when Reed allegedly bludgeoned her with a club then struck with a whip causing severe head wounds and a broken wrist. A doctor treated her injuries and Reed was arrested after a citywide search.

Gideon Reed Rutland Saldaon Read Cleveland Ave Rowell Reed Mra Reed

Boston Democrats sweep mayoral race in 27,000 plurality

Boston reports a Democratic landslide as Mayor Collins is reelected by 27,000, the largest margin in city history. The Aldermen will be solidly Democratic, with a large majority in the Common Council. James A. Gallivan defeats Republican Isaac F. Avion for streets commissioner. Cambridge selects Augustin J. Daly for a local post amid broad Democratic gains.

Collins Iity. Hinors Boston Tatay Rick A. Collins Board of Aldermen Janes A. Gallivan Strees Leaac F. Avion Amendher Cambridge Augustin J. Daly

Defended Wood Attack Sparks Senate Civilities

Secretary Root denounced an attack on Wood as vicious and spewful, calling the charges based on estimations more than facts. The afternoon session featured a resented presentation of facts related to military affairs.

Root Foot Fadlain Baball

Police Court Marriage Follows Lost Morse Recovery

In Brattleboro the recovery of a horse and carriage preceded a police court marriage. Lucius Call of Oswego New York and Hastie Dunkine of Brattleboro hired a team from Sux River but did not return it. Call was arrested and warrants issued. Justice Newton presided as Chief Hall transported Call to Bellows Falls for trover arraignment.

Morse Mrattlebor Lucius Call Oswego Hastie Dunkine Hrattleboro Sux- River Menedi Lan Brattleboro Call Justin Willams Bellows Falls Whiet Juntice Newton Hall Bellows Falla Trover

Randolph Seniors Plan Washington Trip For Graduation

Randolph December 16 The Randolph High School senior class will skip a formal graduation. They intend to travel to Washington this spring during a winter vacation period. Professors Mee and W. B Trichard will lead the group. A dramatic entertainment will be staged later to raise funds for trip expenses.

Jenton Randolph High School Washington Randolph Wineter Mee W. B Trichard Jase

Two New Small Pox Cases Reported

Two new cases of smallpox were reported yesterday morning in Bristol. Health officials active, awaiting tests, and the board expects further cases among contacts of Herbert Killet who introduced the disease. Measures to prevent spread are being implemented.

Bristol Deal Board Herbert Killet

Wedded 50 Years of Norman and Lille’s Anniversary

Neighbors and relatives gathered at the Lillie home near Roweville to honor Air and Mex Norman Lillie on their 50th wedding anniversary. The informal gathering offered congratulations and best wishes for many more pleasant anniversaries.

Randolph Air Norman Lillie Lillie Roweville Lille

Prisoner Found Insane in Windsor County Court

William M L Fierce was ordered hospitalized after being found not guilty by reason of insanity in the case of State versus Wile from H Pieron. He allegedly shot his brother Charles on May 22 in Taleville and was committed to Waterbury State Hospital for the insane.

William ML Fierce Herpital Por Danae Woolstock Windsor County Court H. Pieron Charles Taleville State Hospital For Waterbury

Convention Disrupted in National Negro Suffrage League Meeting

Washington reports show thirty-two Roosevelt adherents bolted a National Negro Suffrage League session while anti-Roosevelt supporters pressed a pro Roosevelt resolution. In Barre Vermont, witness Novelli testified on the murder of Corti, describing gunfire from Garetto, a forced fall, and subsequent medical exam.

National Negro Suffrage League Cort Washington Roosevelt Bestle Roosevelt Bowlines Congress

Impressive Funeral for Frank A Bailey

The funeral of Frank A Halley former Washington county states attorney who died in Colorado Springs was held at 11 from the Church of the Messiah. A brief prayer service at 75 Berlin street preceded the public service. Washington county court adjourned in respect and a large Washington County Bar Association delegation attended. Rev. Nev J Edward Weight officiated. Relatives attending included J P Bailey father of Williamstown Orlando Clark father in law of East Montpelier Lother and Benjamin brothers of Williamstown Barton E and Jesse Poor residents of Montpelier and Williamstown.

Washington County Washington County Bar Association Nev J. Edward Weight Church of the Sea Slab Bearara Ware J. P. Batlay Williamstown Orlando ‘Clark East Montpelier Lother and Benjamin Barton E Montpelier Jesse Poor

Who Benefits by Paying for Main Street Improvements

Letter from A correspondent and taxpayer questions who gains from paving Main Street and South Main Street. Argues abutters pay taxes for improvements while travelers benefit. cites Spring and Summer conditions, odor from mud, and impassable areas. Questions fairness of assessments and delays in progress, naming J. Justice and a local abutter, J. A. Avett, of Gow Parry’s store, as signatories.

L.A. Averill Timex South Man Street Times Justice Washington Main Street South Main Street Justion St. Louis Exposition J. A. Avett

Central Labor Union Set for Special Friday Meeting

The Central Labor Union at Barre and Vicinity will hold a meeting in Sharpenera hall, Quinton building next Friday evening at 7:20. President BF Healey and Secretary C Mamadell urge every delegate to attend, and invite all members to come if they can.

Central Labor Union Barre Sharpenera Quinton Building Thin Dave Thetevry Healey Mamadell

Street Railway Settlement Asked by City Board of Aldermen

The Barre city board of aldermen held a regular session with full attendance. They referred several items to committees including a signal to allow water to J. S. Robehamiter Co. and a plan to balance dues from Barre & Montpelier Traction and Power Co. The finance report showed a $2033.63 treasury balance after interest. East Barre granite land lease discussed with Genarson Bros. and city attorney to report.

J. 8 Roboehamiter Co AFP Dodge Guillone Barre & Montpelier Traution and Power Co Grearson Bros East Barre By Barre

Contested Cribbage Match Between Clubs Sees F A Victory

A closely contested cribbage game night pitted F of A against 0F teams with F of A taking five tables to three. Results show detailed pairings, including Mathews, Alexander, Calder, Jol, Evans, Roof, Robbing, Stone, and others. Executive committee votes to expand from three to four series, with a forthcoming schedule through December.

Foresters Ge Mathews Peter Alesander IV 'W. Calder David Jol Wm. Evans Alex Roof Cat B. Stators George Robertson Oxont Aan F L. Robbing V. Stone F. Tunes Pate Verson W. Scott D. W. Fanikoer Gamble F. Gee Stuart Harry Caselini le Bligh Book Oof A. Dancin W. T. Stone A. Caxetini M. Annis Edward Diack James Stuart Lo.o. F Wm. Taylor Wm. Mackle T. A John Maiden Sted A. Cherie AL Smileh Iof A Cribbage League Thettay Aselyn Gordon

Wedding on Summer Street Ends in Simple Ceremony

Quiet Nelson Goodfellow and William S Corum wed in a modest service at Summer Street, officiated by Rev W S Wallagt. Only close relatives attended. reception followed with fruit, wedding bell decor, and a late train departure for a monthlong trip. The Herald promises prize announcements next Sunday and full coverage in upcoming issues.

Suimeiaer Wala William S . Corum W. 5S. Wallagt South Tyla Che Coum Mea Neleon Puth Giows Hyegate Vornera

So Barre Citizen Survives Sixteen Foot Dam Fall

J C Robinson of South Barre, 82, lay unconscious for four hours after a fall from a sixteen foot dam near his home. He crawled home and remained alone for three days before neighbors summoned aid. He recovered enough to return home with help after treatment and has many friends in the community.

South Barre J.C. Robinson Masa Mr. Robinson Art Inet Barre Bis

Vermont Cities Tackle Water Shortages Amid Drought

The drought limits water for several towns. St Albans faces a single daily supply, Montpelier cuts users, while Barre maintains ample city supply and assists nearby spring companies. The Orange reservoir and Somers spring source feed urban systems through transfers.

Water Supply Cut Off In St Albans City

Short of water in St Albans as supply is halted for ten hours daily from 11 to 1. The city fears complete shortage if the disruption continues, with one foot of snow reported and cold affecting the area. Residents endure dry taps as authorities seek a remedy.

St. Albans

Will Be Fine Concert by University Clubs at Montpelier

The University of Vermont clubs present a concert at Montpelier tonight. Hincohard Opera House hosts the event with a Well Barre reception after. The clubs promise a performance rivaling their best this year, drawing strong notices from audiences wherever they have appeared.

University of Vermont Club At Montpelier University of Vermont Montpeler

Fire at St Johnsbury devastates Dalldiog factory

Fire at the Dalldiog wool factory opposite the depot in St Johnsbury caused extensive damage before dawn. The blaze, discovered around 3 am, leveled the building owned by The Fat Co and destroyed stored wool and overhanging goods. A separate incident recalled saw Thomas Tawless of North Montpelier shot in the eye on Slain street. doctors reported the bullet under the skin but not life threatening. Authorities seek information on consignments tied to Linteyer Brod Sidney Ublo and related firms.

St. Johnsbury Dan Dalldiog Au Crow eTbw Fat Co Hhot Tulon Prom Thomis Tawless North Montpelier de, Weeler North Mootpatier Buddy Strom

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