30 Dec 1907
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1907
Page
1
A fragmented tale recounts a man fleeing his wife and child, living quietly in a city ten years after abandonment. The wife Hyeerah and child are mentioned, with pursuit to recover the girl and their offspring. The couple’s estrangement and the man’s desertion are described in terse terms.
A fragmented notice hints at a lost manuscript mystery and a famous controversy. It mentions a found man’s body and the grave of Druce, suggesting a sensational link to the kingaima theft and a belief that revelation would settle the dispute.
In Trinidad on Dec 90 the American battleship Maine and accompanying vessels weighed anchor for Rio Janeiro at four pm. Supply ships Oulgoa and Glacier joined the fleet as Rever Admiral Keane ordered departure after a morning signal to Connecticut. The original 8:100 am sail time was postponed due to Maine's delay from the collier Fortuna.
In Maine a bankruptcy court records have surged as farmers and others tied to the potato trade file 12 petitions amid crop losses estimated around 300,000 dollars. Officials blame the poor harvest for economic strain in the potato counties.
The obituary notes the death of Pontift Conns Teo Arch-Ton Lucduy M Hardy aged 45 rector of Cort Memorial church. He had served as rector for several years and previously led Hopkins Hall in Burlington after coming from Cranaton R I. His passing is reported with limited details leaving a mystery surrounding the exact circumstances.
Narrative fragment describes a double fatal fire in Ontaree involving a printer named Delagas and a resident on Neleon Street. Details are garbled with repeated phrases about injuries from rocks and prior incidents, lacking clear dates or locations.
A disrupted item theft unsettles Bosson community as details remain unclear. Officials report property loss with limited readable fragments on the incident and dates. Local residents express concern while authorities investigate potential suspects and motives.
Pittsburgh dispatch reports a distraught wife, identified as the child wife of George BD Hartsell, pleading with authorities as a fatal blaze claimed lives. The article describes her inability to stay alone and the emotional toll of the incident, with unclear specifics due to damaged text.
Boston dispatch reports the fishing schooner Francis P Mesquite lost its crew off the Maine coast. The vessel arrived at the wharf for Vincent Payuale and Manae at ag Talog Mp after delays and confusion, then headed back to Boston.
Glowcester Massachusetts dispatch reports Captain Gouleret informed that the schooner Angor V Gleason ran aground near Boothbay Harbor Maine. Total loss expected though 18 Gloucester crew members are believed safe.
Secretary Taft arrived by federal express at 7 10 am and faced a crush of newspaper men. He spoke about his world tour but refused to discuss politics or his planned Merchants Association speech. He declined questions on Senators Crane and standing candidacy and drove home with Samuel Cobb to Commonwealth Avenue.
Burlington December 90 The Rev Dr W R S preached at First Church Sunday morning and is supplying the vacant pulpit of the Congregational church of island for the winter. It is unusual for a father and son to preach in two different churches of the same denomination in the same city on the same day.
Washington. D C December 30 A distant earthquake of considerable intensity was recorded by the government seismograph beginning at 12 22 a m and lasting more than an hour East Siders Continue Fight for Lower Rents New York December 30 The agitation for lower rents grows among thousands on the list movement Commine day organizing families in the count fous Numerais meetings were held to protest against a foe ar a eeend ageal to strike for a do
A crazed man known as Butterfield shot dead his mother in law and wounded others before dying by his own actions as deputies surrounded the house. The Durkee family including a 69 year old widow, his wife and three sons were inside as state and local officers, led by State's Attorney G. P. Witch and Sheriff deputies, pursued him. The house contained rifles shotguns valuables as the standoff ended with Butterfield fatally shot just as officers forced entry. The family will be cared for by relatives.
In Wakefield Massachusetts last night Patrick Sullivan aged 2h enraged by a denied return and jealousy shot two men and a woman, wounded another, then killed himself. The victims include Miss McFadden and Andrew J. McFadden who was reportedly shot at as he left. Sullivan surrendered to police afterwards. The injured girl was taken to a Boston hospital where she is said to be nonviable. The assailant showed bloodied conditions but was not in danger. A prior August confrontation led to a brief arrest and release on a $50 fine.
Edith M. Ashley of Abington Massachusetts died after a lover shot her when she refused his advances. He then fatally wounded himself in an apparent murder suicide. Ashley was at Brokton hospital from the gunshot wound suffered Saturday as she reportedly told him to leave her life.
A funeral was held at Randolph for an individual who died by self harm. Details describe arrangements, the undertaker Lamb, and involvement of editor Charles Nepean. The narrative notes the body removed to the undertaking room and seized moments before the service, with factors surrounding the event and subsequent reactions.
The article notes a leader declined re election due to business affairs while Arthur Vaughan was elected. Other named figures include Daniel Base, Ned Bucks, Cheon Baere, and George I Thay. A long list of supporters and attendees appears, with the installation scheduled for the first meeting in January.
Charles G Blair 32 died Saturday at his Popugr Street home from wood alcohol poisoning after mistaking the beverage for grain alcohol. He worked at the Winooski woolen mills and is survived by a wife and two children. Funeral set for Tuesday at St Josephs church with interment Mt Calvary cemetery.
Probation officer Montpelier Fred B. Thomas pursues Goldie who left Na Berey's in Moretown on Saturday amid rumors she has remarried or fled Barre Town. Local talk ties the missing woman to Mel from Bare Town, with Goldie seen on the street that afternoon as officers seek her two children.
Rendolph resident Charles Miles heir and nephew of the late Mrs Bether Denham of Mass filed an appeal from a will contest in Tec 30. The case centers on a provision demanding the writer's pet hen be killed after death and buried with a casket, raising questions of cruelty.
Eighth Respondent Joseph Bedard paid a fine for keeping a gambling resort. The report notes eight offenses, Sheriff Tracy’s county, and various locals including J Frank Brown, P Weston, and Thomas Murphy facing penalties. Fire sentences were given by Judge Scott to Jol Wilson and William Brevilla for first offense intoxication.
The obituary notes the death of Josephine Kestanam in Eastman, following a two week illness. She died at Granite Stoent and is survived by family members including her father. The funeral was held today at 9790 from the Duan. Local notices mention a Kalvation ceremony and related family rites.
Hyram Thayer former Barre resident died yesterday morning in Vershire after a long illness. He was the son of Star of Kevlee Mut Pethews of Vinal Haven and had brothers in Lech ien Kakwin North Hawes and Austin of North Hawes. The funeral will be held in Vershire under the care of a local lodge. Flowers were sent by his brother Edwin and J Dyer who attended the funeral.
A dramatic report describes a self inflicted death attempt with a deflected bullet and a letter in Telina detailing suffering from a sickness. It notes the recovery of a victim and mentions Sophia, Guolla, and a granite sculpture before recounting the identification efforts and public safety response.
A Sporting Tl report says Eddie Realbach, a figure among local fans at the ball diamond, is set to appear as a matinee idol. The article notes his growing appeal and a likely engagement titled Worties, with further details expected soon.
Otto Deininger, a Vermont outfielder, is on the reserve list of the national team amid contract mapping. He previously jumped Toledo for Burlington in Armorican negotiations. Lew Wn jitsie, ex-Platts, is re elected. Jack Campbell, VT and Northern team alum, joins.
At Saturdays lodge meeting of Nordestersan of the V.O. officers were elected for the next term including ordforande Samuel Johns and vice ordforande Hal Hanson. The ceremonies will install in January Watch. A hall dance in Reampini block tonight invites all members and friends.
A Cheminas night country dance at North Fayston ended in court at South Fayston Saturday. J F Dena appeared, a row over spilled coffee sparked a brawl between Clarence Tabor Glenn Grifith and others, two men fined $5 with nearly four years costs. one pleaded not guilty and faced jury.
Annual dinner for members of Hedding Methodist Epteco shire will be served Wednesday. Attendees are invited to join the business meeting and roll call to discuss duties and testimonies. Evening bell to sound at 7 20.
The Whittier Till orchestra offered a Sunday evening concert at the Apollo Club in Montpelier following a mass. Violinist Herold Haylett departs Saturday for three years of study in Germany. Pianist Blanche Kidder will travel to Boston next month to study and take a position with a ladies orchestra in a restaurant venue.
Multiple brief items note Boston visitor T. B. Sillow in the city, Northfield business visitor Banier, F. A. McCarthy returning from a Christmas trip, and HL Ducharme resuming residence in Manchester NH. A grant match promises tickets at the door, while Anguimest club members assure the best chance of success.
A social gathering was held at Mr. and Mrs. Alex Robertson’s Pattern Wrent residence on the eve of 1907’s close. The event featured a whist tournament with lively humor, prizes for skill, songs, recitations, and a repast prepared under Miss Peggy Robertson’s supervision.
The Old Firemen's Committee plans an annual Hospital Aid ball at Wooden's neon space on January 23. This event aims to raise funds through a lively program with music and features to attract attendees and support hospital benefits.
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