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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1906
Page
1
Bakersfield, California reports the imprisoned miner Hicks finally received solid food yesterday as rescuers reached him, but freeing him remained hampered by his position beneath the wreckage. He had his first light this morning, a candle, as hopes rise for a full rescue.
A rescue worker reports progress as Hicks, trapped in a tunnel, is being fed solid food and monitored while workers near the surface prepare to lift him out. The camp crowds the tunnel mouth as the operation continues with Hicks in high spirits.
Pittsburg Pa December 22 extra Cheintwiax pay rolls in the Pittsburg mill district total more than 10 million dollars. The Carnegie plant will distribute about 1.9 million dollars via a heavily guarded payroll, with armed detectives on duty.
The funeral for Cheator C. Chase, who died Wednesday at age 88, was held yesterday at Mrs. Milo George's home with Mrs. Dean Holt officiating. Burial followed in South Woodbury. Chase, a Woodbury native, married Elmira Cilley and had seven children, only one surviving. He lived in the town for many years and was well known.
Barton Nee 22 and partners uncovered a mail pouch lost beside the railroad near Lois village. Investigation traced the pouch to Harton Lending six miles away with letters and packages scattered along the line. Barton National Bank reported over 1400 in chocks and notes missing. several clerks and mirrors were found but many items remain unaccounted.
The Provident and family will spend Christmas under the White House roof, but Wednesday or Thursday they will go to Pine Knot, Mrs Roosevelt's country home. Albee Mario, Virginia will return to Washington for New Year's Day. Kermit Roosevelt has returned to stay from Groton Massachusetts. the entire family is now at home.
Gardner falls as Kauffman disposes of his opponent by 14th round KO. The ball notes a bout outcome, crowd chatter, and local reflections on the fight and town scene. Also mentions Allen family return from Albany for Christmas holidays in Ward East area.
The Middlebury Historical Society honor Forefathers Day with a century of observances. Rev George T Smart of Newton Highlands spoke on the early Puritans at the Congregational church, Dr Smith praised Pilgrim era civics, and music by Vandienne and others accompanied by an organ prelude.
Houston Mo December 22 The hanging of John Hamilton a young farmer for the murder of five Parsons family members proved unusually gruesome with two attempts required before success. Spectators saw Hamilton deliver a hitched fall and writhe as he dropped before being carried to the scaffold. The rope was repaired and reset, a second attempt followed, and after the second try the doomed man was left fatally injured. the father then took seat.
Middlesex Dec 22 The home of Mr p a LR Densmore was the scene of a quiet but joyful 30th anniversary celebration with a fine dinner and good company. The couple married in 1856 and have resided in town since, with two children Ivy Densmore and He Summers noted as residents.
Montpelier Dec 22 The governor signs a bill approved by both houses changing the sergeant-at-arms at the State House to an annual salary of 500 with no compensation after July 1 next The act also assigns him charge of distributing office supplies to state officers and replaces a prior 150 yearly pay plus per diem The measure takes effect July 1 and Ferrin retains his current post until the 1908 legislature sets pay for his services A pro rata pension of 150 per year is provided until then.
Rutland on December 22 reports Deputy 0. S. Marwal Frank F. Chapman sued the Rutland railroad for 12000 dollars. The plaintiff, Charles P. Mrs of New Jersey, was injured October 7 at Burlington while attempting to locate a seating car and overseeing a switch in railroad yards. The case was filed in the circuit court.
Burlington reports a fire in the hayloft of the Standard Oil and Tor Co. area causing about 200 in damage. A firefighter was thrown from a 10 foot ladder and suffered scrapes. no injuries reported among others.
Dr Leon, arrested in Washington DC, charged with performing an illegal operation on Mrs Viola Strothers Bywaters of Culpeper Virginia, the widow bride whose husband was shot by her brothers. Testimony before the coroner described the alleged act at the Washington residence. The Bywaters husband was killed after the couple's attempted elopement.
Deputy Marshal Reeves brought Alphonse Van Bever to Burlington from St. Albans after arrest on a charge under the 900 act. Bail set at 300 dollars. Van Bever to waive examination. He allegedly smuggled Owen Van Bever and a woman and child from Canada into the United States on November 26. The case notes uncertain origins and the two persons’ current whereabouts.
Yeh patie B2y Tee Tee of the carpet firms of Wella and Nays of the city and Leon C. Smith head clerk for P. & L Gleason, will assume possession of the duty goods at shoe store in Mayo Week and take over in February. Mr Boyles remains with Welle Boyles of this city after five years with Cabot. Smith has been a popular clerk at Gleason for ten years and will manage the Northfield store actively.
In Chittenden County court the Consolidated Rendering company faces a $3,000 fine secured by a $9,000 trust deposit to be held pending final disposition. A contempt amendment to the supreme court may prolong the proceedings as the case proceeds through local and state channels.
Funeral services for Elmer F.E. Willian will be at 14 Fullerton Avenue Montpolier on Monday afternoon at one, with remains being brought back to Vermont amid a delay in the transfer. Local entries mention Christmas gifts, holiday travel by town residents, and community events including a public mask night at St Monica's with limited midnight access.
The Clan Gordon presented Rob Roy MacGregor at the opera house to an audience of about three hundred. The cast, led by Campbell as Rob Roy, received praise for thorough preparation and stage presence. The production featured striking costumes and notable music with solos and highland dance, and a repeat performance was announced for the following evening.
A Rutland railroad wreck near Shelburne at midnight involved two sleeping cars overturning after a defective rail caused the accident. Of 47 passengers, none killed and only one or two injured. several woke in night clothes and crawled to safety. Brakeman Miles uninjured. Conductor Wyman and Engineer Sweeney led efforts as both cars detached and the line was cleared after about an hour.
In Boston a New York Central line train derailed near Allston on the Thwton Albany division while making up time. One man had an arm broken and several passengers were braced and shaken. The accident was caused by a broken driving tool on the second locomotive. the train was held for hours.
Christmas services are planned at nearly all churches with special music and programs. Universalist church hosts morning "The Night Song of Bethlehem" and evening selections. St Monica's plans a wenal? service. Presbyterian and Baptist pastors preach on Christmas with seasonal hymns. a Christmas tree event is scheduled.
A runaway horse hitched to a sleigh bolted down Main Street near Vaughan's and Crown's, frightening holiday shoppers. Despite chaos and a crowd of women and children on the sidewalk, no one was injured, as the animal veered onto the sidewalk and past storefronts before leaving the sleigh on South Main Street.
Disrupted service across the Central Vermont line causes late arrivals and missed connections. Mail sacks on several trains run hours behind schedule while tracks and stations struggle to cope. Local officials note improvements and continued service adjustments as crews work to restore timely deliveries.
Local residents and visitors fill the town today on business.(Many misreads and misspellings in OCR) Notable figures such as J Z Diino, W O White, and Mies Cheney are seen about town with holiday plans. A prize dance and social event are announced at Hale's Pavilion with a prize wall.
Montpelier's proposed city hall will be brick and granite with a 1500 seat main hall and 800 balcony seats. An administration building will house offices a city council room and a city court. The site choice centered on the former Exchange Place on State Street amid debate and absent committee members.
The funeral for Ralph Gilbertson was held in the afternoon at 2:30 at Guard of the Head Sheshert Cemetery. Rev. Brian Roberts led the service with several relatives from Manchester and South Tyngate in attendance. An extensive list of floral tributes followed, including roses, carnations, and chrysanthemums from numerous family members, friends, and local organizations.
The Foresters of America announce their annual smoker event at Tomm Foresters Hall Saturday evening. All foresters are invited to attend at 7 o clock led by G Lavery. Remember the Woodmen’s bell on en Vous ove.
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