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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1913
Page
1
Fire and tempest raged in San Sebastian through the night destroying an immense block of buildings including a theatre and a variety hall. Thousands fled into the streets and spent the night in the open as the blaze continued spreading by noon toward military barracks. The fire brigade and soldiers aided but could not halt the conflagration.
Ossining New York Fire destroyed the Crow & Williams grain elevator, valued at 340000, threatening Sing Sing prison and the New York Central rail station. Firefighters kept it under control as several oil tanks stood between the prison and the blaze with risk of explosion at the peak.
New York December 29 hotel workers urged nonstrike methods to win demands at a meeting called by the Industrial Workers of the World. William D Haywood presided and said no New Year Eve strike was planned. Speakers Carla Tresca Artur Giovannitti Eliza beth Gurley Flynn discussed serving, quality food, and tactics to win better conditions.
A Sun report from Tewiston Maine says Mrs Otto Kokonen fatally shot her husband then tried to kill herself in their Snow Falls rooms Saturday afternoon. The top band died hours later and Mrs Kokonen, under Sheriff Frothingham, was taken to a Lewiston hospital in fair condition. Both were about 26, emigrants from Finland with one son who was a newborn on Saturday. Jealousy is cited as the cause of the tragedy.
In Attleboro Massachusetts on December 20 a well man about 46 years old, six feet six, was struck on Washington street by Oscar Swanson of Pawtucket. He died yesterday at Sturdy Memorial Hospital without identification. Clothed absence of clues and few recognitions among locals.
Mrs John Christiansen found her husband dead from gas poisoning in the next room after returning home to a note warning against striking a match. The incident follows recent business reverses and melancholy.
A fragment notes a veteran who served in the Civil War and helped found the Republican party. It mentions his lifelong health habits, regular exercise, and a belief in a clear conscience guiding his life. The text is incomplete but preserves the core idea of a respected elder reflecting on virtue and public service.
The Clyde line steamer Seminole narrowly escaped swamping in a Christmas night hurricane. After heavy seas, the vessel labored for 17 hours, floodwaters washed the midships area, broken port lights, deck damage, and loss of a boat while only six passengers survived the ordeal unharmed.
Boston December 29 A new order on the Boston and Maine railroad cuts fare by distance traveled starting January 1 Conductor will collect coupons only for actual distance used The Portsmouth route via West Keansborough or similar shortenings reduces the charge and stops paying for excess mileage Travelers will pay 11 half coupons for 108 5 miles instead of 118 miles The rule allows collecting coupons for the full distance desired regardless of junction points the change aims to stop overcharging passengers.
Boston dispatch reports Mrs. Emily Chamberlain, 100, oldest Melrose resident, died at her daughter’s home. She helped greet General Lafayette with flowers in 1825 and was kissed by him. Born Lexington September 10 1813, she married David J Chamberlain in 1836 and lived in Somerville and Cambridge before moving to Melrose in 1884. She is survived by three children, nine grandchildren and 89 great grandchildren.
New York December 28 conferences began here today between Felts JH Levy counsel for the National Wholesale Jewelers association and JH Snowden Marshall United States district attorney to arrange settlement details under the Sherman anti trust law. Members of the association agreed to the entry of a decree in federal court forbidding certain transactions deemed violations of Sherman law.
Pittsburg December 20 West Homestead suburb was terrorized last night by Klenny Rekowski aged 22 who beat his mother and father fatally shot a constable and a man A posse is now searching for him The incident sent townspeople into fear and police mounted a manhunt for the suspect locations and identities from the report indicate a chaotic night with a deadly clash and a warrant out for the fugitive.
A recent issue of Secelo Li Milano highlights a critique and a protest by Milan art officials regarding Carlo Abate, Barre’s prominent artist and teacher. The Milan art commission reviewed works of over 80 students. Abate’s long career in Barre is noted, with his honor ranked among Italy’s great regional recognitions.
Charles Moyer, president of the Western Federation of Miners, survived a shoulder wound and left Chicago hospital for Calumet where funeral rites for 59 victims of the Christmas Eve disaster were held. Thousands joined a solemn escort as 39 white coffins and grieving families moved to the lakefront cemetery.
Calumet Michigan December 21 with many buried residents focusing on the coroner's inquest into the eve panic that killed 72 people and on a county grand jury probe of forcible removal from the copper country. Witnesses are expected to testify that the first cry of fire may have come from near the hall's center rather than the door as previously reported.
Fragmented OCR text shows labor leaders pressing for a probe as Western Federation ties loom. Counsel Tilton and officials discuss gathering evidence to identify men who courted the federation during a December confrontation with Chicago authorities. A special grand jury and prosecutor Nichelle are named in the evolving inquiry.
Washington officials warn that women who follow a plan to resist the income tax review led by Dr. Anna Howard Shaw will face government action. Treasury officials say refusal to file tax returns or cooperate with the collection is illegal and will be enforced with penalties up to 1000 dollars.
Waterbury announces the death of Mark Carver in Detroit after pneumonia complications. Born May 22, 1844 in Duxbury, he lived in the area early in life, spent a decade away, and worked in a Detroit stove factory for the last five years. Survived by his parents Joh and Mrs Carver and brothers and sisters Nellie, Durse, Jehan, Charles, Julia, and Dr. Tighe relation. body to be buried in Vermont.
The article notes crowds across the country pressuring President Wilson with daily mutiny of requests while he recovers. Officials say he will spend more time resting and answering only matters of unusual importance, with endorsements and engagements set aside until he returns to Washington.
The first creditors meeting for Jake Hyman’s estate was held in Montpelier bankruptcy court. Fred L. Laird and J. Bailey represented several creditors, with most claimants from Boston and New York. Albert Laird was named trustee and others served in supporting roles. Debts totaled 570RAT with noted values around 34730. No impediment to discharge appeared.
Fairfax Iowa 29 Iver Norton aged 60 died Saturday night at his home from neuralgia of the heart. Born in Wineburg he lived in Fairfax six years as a farmer. Survived by wife and two grandchildren. funeral set for 11 o clock Wednesday at his residence.
Hans Schmidt, charged with murder in the Anna Anmfuller case, appeared near collapse from strain as the jury was expected to be reached this afternoon. Prosecutors and defense sparred over insanity as the defense urged a verdict based on weakened judgment.
Springfield Mo December 29 The St Louis and San Francisco railroad plans to lay off about 400 telegraphers and replace them with telephone operators as part of a move to reorganize its telegraph and telephone system. Removal of all instruments from offices began yesterday and leaders say the effort may be completed before the strike. Local marshal protection is pledged and train guards will be stationed around the network.
Mr and Mrs Carl Thresher of Morrow Highlands Mass returned to their home after visiting with Lyman Thitchinson and others since midweek. A Grange meeting in Boston area clubs featured a full program with performances by the orchestra and several local speakers. Desiet Moulton visited Boston for ten days, while the Partridges traveled to Barre then returned. Funeral details for Daniel Flint were noted, with family from St Albans arriving to attend. The ninth annual toll call for the Presbyterians will be held Saturday evening with redication the next day.
The Bonnecord football club, among the city’s oldest athletic groups, celebrated its 10th anniversary with a banquet in the Worthen building hall. George Taylor presided as guests from Vermont towns and local figures attended, bouquets of red and green were presented, and plans were voiced to win the state football championship next season. The event featured songs, poetry, a Highland dance exhibition, a lavish banquet for about 200 attendees, and dancing until midnight.
The weather bureau announced a break in the cold wave with cloudy, warmer weather expected tonight. The record low Sunday morning stood at 10 degrees below zero, with 14 degrees below zero reported at 7 am today.
The weather bureau forecast calls for generally fair weather east of the Rockies with rain in the southeast and probable snow in the middle Atlantic and New England states. A disturbance will move northeast from Louisville Sunday morning bringing rain in the southeast, cloudy skies, and possible snow Monday in the mid Atlantic and New England regions.
Fred Colby of Plainfield died yesterday afternoon at 4 90 o'clock following a year long illness. He leaves a father Morgan Colby and two children residing at Hethel. Born in Plainfield about 40 years ago, he farmed and attended public school then joined the Congregational church. The funeral will be from the Brenher home on Tuesday afternoon with Rev. Barnett of the Congregational church officiating. Interment will be in Plainfield Center cemetery.
Funeral services for Sir George R Robertson were held at his Thomas Street home Saturday at 2 pm following a brief illness. Rev W Hare of the Congregational church led the service. Interment was in the family plot at Statwesd cemetery. Attendees included Duncan McMillan, Bruce Darke, David Mortimer, Joe Meegan and Lackey Good.
Robert M. Willard, claiming to be Mhngichah, killed a woman who was registered as his wife and her one-year-old baby at a Cincinnati hotel early today. He fled toward Covington, Kentucky, shooting a hotel clerk and a bridge tender before being captured while attempting to escape across a bridge.
Involuntary petition filed with U S District Clerk by Silas Evarts for Vermont State company seeking relief amid assets of 281 350 50 and liabilities of 107 500. The case involves creditors in Pawlet Granville and Rutland with disputes over jurisdiction between Vermont and New York courts. A meeting of creditors is set for January 9 to appoint a trustee as parties dispute asset allocation and claimants.
Thomas Curran of Holyoke Street mourns after his 10 year old son, Michael W. Curran, possibly died by his own hand. The boy, long afflicted by arthritis, was found in his room with an unnamed bottle beside him. Doctors had been unable to halt his painful decline and outcome.
Former Spaulding teacher Miss Ruth Brickett, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Granville Brickett of Levant, Maine, married Walter Rideout of Danville, New Hampshire, at Christmas. The bride, a graduate of Carribel College and former Hollis High School assistant, will reside in Danville after January 1 while Rideout serves as superintendent of the Danville public schools.
Fragmentary notes report arrests linked to political activity including an individual named Velasques and a former minister Ve dasqure. Details are garbled with misspellings and uncertain locations, making precise charges or affiliations difficult to determine.
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