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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1908
Page
1
Berlin reports President Castro of Venezuela plans to return home to quell unrest and swiftly reinstate the government. Dr Shreewhea rpo edited Castro says the nation will rise to support its protector, while concerns grow over Castro’s health and potential kidney issues.
Caracas reports the new administration endorses a decree prohibiting transshipment at Willemstad for goods bound for Venezuela, seen by informed sources as a settlement move between Midland and Venezuela. The cabinet includes Minar Tobar as representative, Rafael Carabano in development, Gonzales Ingud foreign affairs, and Roberto Vargas public works. Acting President Comín has ordered all political prisoners released.
A yellow book from The Hague claims all powers contacted by the Netherlands support its choice to settle with Venezuela without external annou ncement and to rely on Dutch forces though moral backing from major powers is sought. It says arbitration offers little gain for the Netherlands amid Karl Castro era tensions. Caracas reports a December plot to assassinate acting President Gomez uncovered by Castro allies, with conspirators close to Castro.
A chaotic report from Georgia describes a fatal church fire with Police Smith and Officer Walters among those affected. A man named Virgil Moore died, and another victim identified as Owen Smith lies critically ill for treatment. The blaze caused damages estimated over $20,000 as responders battled the flames overnight.
Fire broke out at the Herald Square theatre on Broadway near Thirty Fifth Street just before the end of The Three Twins. No one was injured as audience members evacuated in a calm, though many women and chorus staff fled in night clothes and snow. The blaze caused damage to the roof endangering offices and likely losses between $50,000 and $100,000. Schubert and Lew Fields own the venue.
In a night break in at a roadside cathedral in Denmark, vandals opened the tombs of several Danish sovereigns and fled with $1,000 in gold and silver funeral wreaths and other valuables. The country braces for an intensified manhunt as authorities urge vigilance.
A south bound Baltimore and Ohio freight collided with a westbound Chicago and Alton passenger train on Chicago's west side. A mail coach carrying Christmas presents burned after a gas tank exploded, five clerks escaped with life risks, one clerk injured escaping. Engine derailed and overturned. T. G. Pyle of Bloomington Illinois was the only injured. In Washington New Jersey Dr Charles Smith mayor was blinded in one eye after a patient visit incident involving carbolic acid.
A severe arraignment of labor leaders led by Justice Wright in the District of Columbia Supreme Court cites a ruling that the American Federation of Labor violated an injunction. The opinion condemns the defendants for insubordination and vulgar utterances amid the Duck Stove case linked to St. Louis.
The Missouri Supreme Court orders Standard Oil barred from operating in Missouri and bans future business there. The ruling also dissolves Walters-Pierce Oil and imposes $50,000 fines on each of the three companies.
Francis J. Heney of San Francisco, famed graft prosecutor, arrived in Washington and plans to call on the President at the White House following his shooting during the Ruef trial about a month earlier.
Dublin December 22 James P Farrell Irish Nationalist member of Parliament for North Longford and editor of the Longford Leader was jailed for six months after refusing to post sureties for good behavior His act tied to his advocacy of boycotting certain individuals in the Longford Leader news outlet.
Worcester Mass December 23. Frank W. ee eget 30 years treasurer of a bank left statements to Panta A B Spray and wife. The bank states his books are in disorder after a morning incident.
David Boyd, longtime Metropolitan Life superintendent in Symenee New York, was severely beaten in the street at night by a man who jumped from a vacant lot and slashed his head and face with a whip like weapon. His condition is listed as serious. A companion named Baum and another man called Ed reported the incident and investigation pointed to a claim settlement dispute over an insurance policy on Mr Daumgardarrs sister, with motives suggesting her possible waywardness.
A city corruption case involving two Pittsburgh bankers drew a heavy bail request as prosecutors allege misconduct tied to municipal governance. Details remain murky amid limited readable facts from the damaged text.
The death of Bishop J.8 Michaud was reported from Burlington with details of his long priestly career in Vermont. His body to be brought from New York, funeral mass to be held at St Mary's Cathedral Tuesday at 10:50 am, sermon by Rev A Z Ten from the parish of his call, and burial in the cathedral crypt.
Mrs Florence Wood Seaman of Boston files for divorce from Robert Seaman, alleging cruel treatment and abandonment. She seeks restoration of her maiden name and cites a 1908 marriage in Boston, with prior residence in Boston and Burton. Service by publication requested as Seaman is believed in Halifax Nova Scotia.
Frederick A. Burnham, former president of Mutual Reserve Life Insurance, took his own life by inhaling illuminating gas in his apartment at 06 Hast Seth Street New York. He was under indictment in a life insurance scandal.
In Boston December 23, Robert L. Corcoran of Nahant testified in the King trial that he paid $1,000 for stock and received a 40 day promissory note plus a certified check for $518.75. The note defaulted, and Corcoran later obtained a certified check from King's office after bringing the matter to them.
Halifax N S Dec 23 reports say judges on the supreme court are on strike over pay. Journalists claim reporters have begun taking notes while a judge named Russell refuses to double as stenographer.
Levi J Bolster, longtime Barre citizen and prominent Vermont businessman, died last night at his North Main Street home after a months long battle with stomach cancer. A former silk trader turned real estate and granite industry investor, he built a 300 acre Barre Town Hill farm and funded local roads. He retired from silk years ago and remained active in real estate, farming, and granite ventures. He leaves a widow Calista F Bolster, a sister Mary Almina Richardson, and numerous nephews and nieces. Funeral arrangements were set for the North Main residence.
The funeral services for John W. Daw son were held at the residence with Rev Francia A. Ponle delivering the address. Pallbearers included Leatie Low and William Wack. remains were buried at Elmwood cemetery. Dawson, of Peekskill, died suddenly from a hemorrhage while en route to visit family. He was a member of local fraternal orders and unions. The service and floral tributes reflected wide local regard.
A team driven by John Colombe and E was struck by a Williamstown train at the Central Vermont railroad crossing on Berlin street around six. Neate Wore and another man died. Calengni sustained a concussion and facial bruising but recovered, Colombo had only scratches. the sleigh wreckage and missing shaft remained. The team, late for Williamstown, did not see the train due to a box car on a side track.
The marriage of Miss Georgie T Jordan of Natchez to George A Humphrey, Worcester attorney, took place last evening at the groom's father George Humphrey’s Wendall Place home. Rev FLA Poole officiated. bride wore a dire stolre gown of dochine. three nieces served as attendants. The couple will reside in Worcester after a short city stay.
Burlington December report says Jacob Mitchell known as Cubby faced Justice Debereilin on liquor possession charges. Police say Mitchell stored goods for theft partner and escaped a car chase. he pleaded guilty and received a one year sentence in the county jail.
Report notes a snow event impacting Nutley Leet area with street conditions and limited visibility. Details are fragmentary but indicate weather-related hazards and travel disruption in the Newark New York region.
The city council adopted a resolution opposing House Bill 43 taxing automobiles by horsepower, arguing it would hurt Barra's tax base and urging the state legislature to reject the measure. Supt. Bruce was granted a two month unpaid leave for health reasons, while lighting contracts and new Tungaton light options were debated for potential cost savings.
A fire alarm struck Richford on December 23. Fire crews arrived promptly and confined the blaze to the doctor's office, but water damaged papers and apparatus. The fire started near a stovepipe and spread to adjacent rooms, injuring items and causing disruption.
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