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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1908

Page

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Desperadoes Wounded Four In Arlington Woburn Shootings

Two armed men filmed in a bold spree last night wounded four men and fired on others between Woburn and Lexington. Police identified suspects as John Foley of Woburn and Timothy Welch, Edward ONeill. victims included William Adame and William Esmex with a boy struck in the leg. Militia forces joined the manhunt under Major Blodgett as Arlington and surrounding towns tightened security.

Mena Arlington Mass Woburn Lexington Daniel M. Hoa John W. Foley Timothy EK. Welch Edward T. O'Neil Peter Roch Benivlow Kerleiocky Lowell Mills Burlington Pinehurst Park William P. Adame William Esmex Timothy FE Welch Edward T. O'Neill Wolah O’ Neil Soar Immirarte Ansuibants Tees Iyman Ida Lurber Honjoy Ood van Tasmel Keating Holand William E. Blodgett Company’ G, Tihrgiment Philip Shea Jim Lexington Mayor Blodgett Unt

Crowd at Woburn court hears double murder charges

In Woburn Massachusetts on February 7 a large crowd gathered outside the courthouse as two men captured in Arlington faced charges of intent to kill. Police formed a barrier while the accused offered no comments. A third defendant remains at large and militia units reported returning from nearby woods without charges.

Woburn Mass Arting Armignal Iment Arlington Hendit Bron

Welsh Will Recover After Woburn Officer Shot

Bowton February 7 At Massachusetts General hospital this morning it was said that Policeman Timothy E. Wels of Woburn who was shot by a desperado last night had a fair chance of recovery. The condition of Edward J. Holland is grave and death is near.

Bowton Massachusetts General Hospital Timothy E. Wels Woburn Edward J. Holland

Three Men Die in Railroad Tragedy Today

Three men were killed today when they stepped onto a Buffalo and Allegheny railway line and were struck by an oncoming train. The victims were pedestrians in the path of the up freight, according to the report.

Buffalo Buffel & Allegheny

Front Cuse Poisoning Incident In Marshfield

Fragmentary report from Marshfield notes a poisoning incident involving front court figures. Wheeler is said to be attending Devine, with unclear details about fines or penalties and possible financial transactions. Further readable facts are limited in the source.

Wheeler Devine Bert

Florida Republicans Clash Over Delegates Convention

In St Augustine February 7 factions of Florida Republicans held rival conventions to name delegates to the national convention. One group backed Taft and named pro Taft delegates. the other, aligned with Roosevelt, vowed unpledged delegates. Contending, both sides accused the other of corrupt patronage and control of the process.

St. Augustine Fle Joseph N.ipting Nakeholders Roosevelt William H. Taft

Penniless Bride Heiress Receives 50000 Gift

Id. Mans Feb 7 Mrs Jeanetta May Miller wife of Milton Miller once penniless homeless after marriage received a telegram stating he has been left $50,000 by B Sanderson of Yackoonville Fla The couple, married in Hampton N C, had traveled to Springfield where the husband found work and then faced poverty A Jacksonville attorney I. Adache signed the message The woman had met Sanderson last summer at Cedar Grove hotel on Lake Bongmeen Castleton where he was then staying The gift followed a promised gift after she refused his advances and left the hotel

Mans Jeanetta May Miller Milton Miller B. Sanderson Yackoonville Fla Miller Bny Givei Dacron Hampton Cama Springfield Tome Sh Jon Adache Jacksonville Mra Sanderson Cedar Grove Hotel Lake Bongmeen Castleton

Judge Hargis Shot in Kentucky Feud Case

Jackson Kentucky February 7 Former county judge James Hagin a longtime Democratic figure in Preathitt county was shot and killed yesterday afternoon by his son Bondh Hargis in a family feud over years. The son fled after the shooting and was arrested by the town marshal. Hargis was a prominent Kentucky political figure for years.

Jackson James Hagin Democratic Exes Stone Hone Hin Co Bondh Hargis T Vo Ce de Alfeme Bargia Liqunr Faolinden Huegin Ht Te Wai Ja Counter Hargie Tell Slenigragmer

Woman Leaps From West 70th Street Fire

Feb date reports a fire on West 70th Street injuring several and leaving bodies believed buried in the ruins. Miss Margaret London and family fled their home at 101 West On Street as flames trapped them. authorities fear more victims may be found.

West 70Th Street New York Margaret London Weston Street

Embezzlement Charge Against Vermonter

Veraemonter faces embezzlement charges after alleged theft from the Nashua New Hampshire service company. The case involves Thomas, promoted from cashier to manager, with varying sums cited and allegations of account discrepancies since promotion. Family and local ties noted. no conclusion on guilt.

Body in the Ruins Fatal Attack in Orange Town

Mrs Harriet Field aged about forty four was killed in a house fire that destroyed her home in Orange Massachusetts. Her body was found this forenoon inside the ruins after an axe attack left her dead. She lived alone in an isolated part of the town. A dire blaze claimed the dwelling and the victim. Local authorities investigate the double tragedy.

Harriet Field Orange Man Mas Aloe

Walking Lecture Delights Burlington Crowd

In Burlington on February 1, Hdwant Payson Weston arrived at 4 30 in the afternoon and spoke about his walking journey from Portheed to New York. He recounted experiences, urged perseverance, and urged Americans to believe in reaching across the globe. The audience applauded repeatedly as he expressed pride in the feat and the potential influence of his example.

Burlington Hdwant Payson Weston Aiternoon A. O Walker Portheed America Kier Moore

Little Joe Murder Victim Identified in Swanton

A young Polander known as Little Joe was found murdered near Swanton. Constable WJ Moley traced a suspect from Cape Sauté, with a photo of the victim circulated. Officials name Valoski as a dangerous man linked to the case, suggesting the motive involved the boy’s earnings from a summer job and a possible argument over fifty to sixty dollars.

Swanton Jam WJ Moley Swanton Line Cape Saute Little Joe Raimwad Northwestern ‘Rail Ad Company Vhe Bey Derembwer Mikey Spina Mays Lia Sine Bean Valeakd Valeaki Sante

Montreal man takes carbolic acid on visit to Prienda

A Montreal man named Dalorn Garid Montival, 22, committed suicide by swallowing carbolic acid at Casimir Blaid's home, 495 Main Street. He left a note suggesting long contemplation of the act. A pint of carbolic acid and a .22 caliber revolver were found with him. The body was sent to an undertaker. Report by Medical Heferes Grange.

Montreal Prienda Dalorn Garid Montival Casimir Blaid Main Street Withem Fnr Gardwan Meitiea Heferes Grange Davig Nemo

Bethel Cutters Present Demand From Local Branch Union

Local branch representatives of a ceramic cuttery workers union present demands to city officials. The council chair announces a minimum wage target of 40 points an hour and a proposed 27 percent raise for the wider workforce.

Ceranite Cuttery Nations Union

Windsor Festival Concludes With Noted Performances

Windsor Feu 7 Nearly complete turnout for the seventh annual Windsor Choral Association festival. Libretto featured Carl Webster cello and trombone solos by Sere Ive, with a chorus of 75 voices under NP Caflin. FH B. Wood and E. T. Holbrook led the musical program.

Windsor Feu Minhcottscott Carl Webster Caflin B. Wood Winsor Piane T. Holbrook Renoe Aepart McLaren

St Albans City Fire Calls Benchmark Year

Report shows 28 Nox alarms 47 fire alarms and one out of town call for the year ending January 31. Data lists total calls by year since St Albans became a city, noting declines and changes with sporadic figures from 1897 onward.

St. Albans Heorge Derick Rity Te Department Chet Perial Tral Fray Perens Shy Wedo Shoo Otoh

Death of J. B. Kelso Village Clerk Pleads Milford

J B Kelso long time village clerk of Bunning and Rensington dies at age 66 in Milford Massachusetts after 22 years in office. Funeral arrangements pending as community remembers his service to the town.

Bunning Tom Rensington Relea Torn Milford Mase

Barre Public Schools Outlay and Staffing Update

The Barre public schools for 1907 show total outlay $65,000.49 with salaries up by one dollar per week for teachers and most other expenses lower. The 1906 department cost was $35,070.18, while the annual report calls for more classroom space, a new building on Trook street, and improved teacher retention, with emphasis on play and educational development for children.

Barre Mib Trook Street House Entarios Department Ned Mathewson Staten Gamma Lowe Mip Mathewson

Local voters urged to support campestrete improvements

Fragmentary remarks indicate officials promise prompt attention to building expenses and emphasize community loyalty. They claim Campetroet needs aid and that improvements will benefit the olive industry, aiming to gain voter backing in due season.

Brrre

Scrapper Beckman III Faces City Court Fate

Alfred Beckman III was arrested by Officer Cure on Granite Street after resisting officers. He pleaded guilty to a second intoxication offense and received 20 days in county jail and a fine with costs. William Simpson also pleaded guilty to intoxication and paid a five dollar fine plus costs.

Alfred Beckman Cure Granite Street Becktman Charlee Jomeson Beekman Snide Booth Beckman Beem Ladge Scott Hive Tost William Simpson Oficer Hamel Lack Sooning Conta

Will Sue City Over Heating Commission Dispute

Boston financier George F. Puig threatens legal action against Montpelier to secure a six percent commission for arranging the heating and lighting contract for city hall. The deal, valued around 68,000 dollars, led to shifting officials and halted work as Huey presses for his five percent fee amid a tangle of letters and orders.

George F. Huey Montpelier Geoge F. Puig Boston Huey Coumnlesson Jin Hess Charles Mather Theston Perm Tiney Math

Honors Told Of Fire At Sea Aboard Cymric

Mr and Mrs Alex Roberson visiting Robert Fraser in Montpelier recount aboard the White Star liner Cymric the burning vessel St Cuthbert off Boston early this week. They describe a stormy voyage from Liverpool, heroic efforts to rescue 14 then 12 then remaining crew, the crew and stowaway’s peril, and the ship's final fate amid flames and heavy gas.

Alex. Roberson Scotland Gore St. Cuthbert

Vermont Concern Votes Bonds in Mortgage Coverage

Stockholders meet to vote on a mortgage covering all assets of the Vermont Concern company. The plan includes issuing bonds at a stated percentage rate with interest details to be advised. University expert outlines the financial mechanism and contract arrangement with Brayti & Sey.

Hurlington, Rek Vertmont Mernesion Company Hett Tertinan Euhortee Tiertinan Uney Bilas Lomas Bende Aidoh Casper Oor Jackman University of Versot Coustant Syehan Arecumte

Man saved by snow roll during kerosene blast rescue

A man at 15 Railroad Street poured kerosene on a kitchen fire causing a blast that ignited his clothing. A passerby rolled him in snow to extinguish flames, saving his life. He remains weak but expected to recover in a month. Mrs Prescott endured heavy smoke and airtight conditions as neighbors aided.

Francino Santisham Tie Lome Railroad Street Santishan Sandsham Passi Street Gallvban Iyaidlan G.’ Paietent F. O. Dagourt Adi Iae Sane Examina

AN EVEN BREAK By Clan Gordon and Red Men Cribbage Teams

Cribbage results in inter fraternity league show both Clan Gordon and Red Men split even after a Wednesday night match. The card tally lists pairs and players such as Smith with CG and Kennedy with RM, among others, with several games noted as defeated or won. The report captures a late February interfraternity cribbage night with several pairings and outcomes.

Clan Gordon Clan A Smith Kennedy Re. M. Mcleod Scott

Montpelier Night At Capitol Recital Draws Hundreds

A community event in Montpelier drew 700 attendees for a preeminent evening at the Capitol. The Daughters of American Craft organized the program featuring dancing, recitations, and music by J.P. Mare.

Are Pal Teenjoy J.P. Mare

Fragmented notice of a religious reception and Congregational event

A garbled OCR excerpt reports a reception at a Congregational church with references to Willa McDare or McDaemht and a Detroit setting. Details are unclear, but the piece mentions a ceremony near the end of a tumultuous period and a formal meeting. The readable elements suggest a church gathering and local religious leadership.

Christian Endvator Wwe Willa

Also Mentioned on This Page

Woburn Desperadoes Allegheny BR Marshfield Florida Judge Hargis Kentucky Beach Hargin Margaret Landon GOV. Guild Morrison Swift Massachusetts Henry G. Thomas Richford Nashua N. H N. WL Thomas Nushin Exchange Boyland Telephone and Telegraph New England Ap Inhs Inter Inft Sidi Purente Caulder Frank L. Towey Bee Wien Io Womas Dalway Richfont Cambridge Mast L Swift State House Tabor Gullit Ube Une Foyel Weston Bethel Cutters J. B. Kelso Acta Cain la Riuet Tseir Emon Emp Scrapper" Beckman III Alex Robérgop St Cuthbert Brown & Closrey Montpallordi Francisco Santishan Railroad A. C. Penscott Montpatier Poeta Tie Pi Clan Bane Ball Fair William McDonald Congregational C. KE. Society
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