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Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Feb 13, 1912

Page

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No Arrests Made Today In Dynamite Plot Case

Indianapolis February 13 Officials in District Attorney Miller’s office say arrests in the dynamite conspiracy cases are uncertain today as questions remain unsettled and the government delays action. Simultaneous arrests may be postponed, with suspects said to be drawn from the Pacific coast and labor circles in several cities. Frank M. Ryan of the International Association of Bridge and Structural Iron Workers and Buffalo official John T. Butler were noted as involved in consultations.

Indianapolis Ind Miller Saitsfe Liber Union Salt Lake City Utah Pacific Coast Salt Lake i Ohio Illinois Missouri Boston New York Cleveland Detroit Chicago Peoria St. Janis Kansas City New Orleana Philadelphia Milwaukee Hartford Conn Haftaio Meimethaul Alont Frank M. Ryan International Association of Bridge and Structural Trow Workers Joh T. Butler Buffalo Rynn

Fortyeux Passengers Drowned After Japanese Steamer Collision

Ninety plus people aboard the Fortyeux were drowned when two Japanese steamers the Maru and the Mori Mara collided and sank near Nagasaki on February 13. The disaster involved crew and passengers, with many feared lost as rescue efforts continued.

Nagasaki Japan

King George Presided over Privy Council Meeting

London Feb 13 King George presided at the first privy council meeting after returning from India. The session in Buckingham Palace followed earlier talks with Winston Spencer Churchill and Viscount Haldane.

King George Privy Council London George India Buckingham Winston Spone Hhurehill Rat Admiralty Viscount Taldane Niscount Haldane King of Hin Lin

One of the Bitterest Defeats La Follette Endured

In an autobiographical excerpt from American Magazine, Senator La Follette recalls his long battle against Republican party bosses. He describes delegates bribed to deny his governor bid, his supporters’ rally, his vow to stay independent, and the resolve that followed the setback. He recalls Stephenson’s later remark about sympathy for Follette and the era’s money and influence.

la Vollette Bamion Stephenson L" Ater Mit- Thine Sawyer Stephinson Tom Follette

Lincoln Celebration Observed in Lyndonville Last Evening

Lyndonville observed Lincoln's birthday with an entertainment at G A KR hall. Veterans and Ladies Auxiliary joined Vand the program featured L Q Eaton Henry Brown Vera Ruggles Marjorie Ruggles L P Huntley with an orchestra and Leila Trippe piano solo. Speakers included Rev J J Hutchinson Rev Fr Pontbriand Rev F A Woodruff and Rev Thomas Stratton followed by America and a supper prepared by local committees.

Lyndonville

Legality Question in Selif Case Reopened in New York

Former valet Volker Brandt, jailed for burglary, was brought from Sing Sing to New York City to face Justice Seward in a bid to determine if his thirty year Clinton prison sentence was lawful. Attorney General Carmody seeks delay for Governor Dix review. Judge Trout reserved decision as writ of habeas corpus possibly meets. Mrs. Vanderbilt and Mrs. Schiff attended preliminary arguments amid defense claims of ignorance and excessive punishment.

New York Volker. Brandt Mortimer L. Selif Sing Sing W. K. Vanderbilt Maro Timer L. Sebi Vanderbilt Schiff Brandt

Columbian Baseball League Formed in St Louis

The Columbian lower ball league was organized last night in St Louis. Eight franchises were awarded with John T. Powers of Chicago elected president for one year. Play begins in April and runs through early September. Members include Kansas City, Chicago, St Louis, Louisville, Indianapolis, Detroit, Cleveland and St. Paul. The league will use a single round system and will not recognize the reserve clause. An upcoming meeting in two weeks will set the schedule.

St. Louis John T. Powers Chicago Detalin Teageserie Petron Schvedule Whittee Kansas City Louisville la Dinnapolis Detroit Cleveland Stilwa Powers

Governors write Roosevelt letter asks presidential nomination

New York eight governors sent Theodore Roosevelt a letter asking if he will accept the presidential nomination. His secretary has not released contents or the bearer’s name. Roosevelt acknowledged receipt, will consider the request and hopes to reply within the week.

New York Fels Theodore Roose Chew Sims Chicago Olonel Roosevelt

Death of Arthur T McEnany in St Albans

Arthur T McEnany of St Albans died early yesterday of tuberculosis at his home. Born January 25, 1877 in Swanton, he was survived by his mother Mrs Thomas McEnany two sisters Mrs Michael Sullivan and Miss Elizabeth McEnany and a brother Frank J McEnany of Barre. A former express agent and later worked in the Central Vermont train dispatcher's office, his funeral is set for St Mary's church Wednesday at 9 o'clock.

St. Albans Arthur T. McEnany Mr. McEnany Swanton Thomas McEnany Michael . Sullivan Mise Elizabeth McEnany Prank J.mcenany Barre McEnany

Aged man Regis Roy found dead near Manchester

Regis Roy, 93, living alone on the Goffstown road near Manchester and Goffstown, was found dead yesterday afternoon. A native of Canada, he had lived in the area for two decades and was a laborer. He had not been seen since Saturday and is survived by six sons.

Regis Roy Manchester N. H Goffstown Road Goffstown Canada Nix Sone

Coal Miners Strike Planned in England for Feb 29

London report says a conference of about eight hundred thousand coal miners confirmed a February 29 stoppage unless a wage agreement is reached. Delegates accepted the ballot result and urged mine owners to grant a better underground wage and conditions.

London United Kingdom Venera Almey

Governor and Boston discuss strike at State House

In Arlington Mills a slight rise in operative numbers and no molestation were reported as textile workers strike talks moved to Boston. Adjutant General Pearson urged city takeover of peacekeeping while mayor Scanlon and police planned possible militia withdrawal and heightened policing if needed.

Arlington Mills Lawrence Masa State House Boston Scanlon Ainge Ganiner W. Pearson Agers Memom Necossary E. LeRoy Sweetzer Pearson Tty Aha Arfington Villa

Longshoremen to Resume Work After Settlement

Longshoremen in Hoston end a January 4 strike that saw 2500 workers handling foreign steamers walk out over wages. The dispute was settled yesterday and workers will return to duty Wednesday morning. Terms of settlement were not released.

Tungahoremen Howtim

Two Men Fatally Gas Victims At Lodging House

Holyoke Massachusetts February 15 gas from a furnace left open by accident caused the asphyxiation of Wheanas Wyman and Michael Monahan both of Bayonne New Jersey. They had come to work on a building and rented rooms at a lodging house. Monahan was found dead in his room and Wyman died shortly after.

Thomas Wyman Michael Manip Bayonne, N. J Holyoke Mase Wheanas Wyman Michael Monahan Bayonne Nsw Standant Oil Company Monahan

State department denies sensational stories on U.S. intervention in Mexico

Washington reports the state department dismissed circulating rumors about American intervention in Mexico. It sent a circular to diplomatic and consular representatives abroad denying all foolish stories and reaffirming goodwill and friendship between the United States and Mexico.

State Department Washington, D. C Mexico United States

Died in His Store John A Leary of Burlington

John A Leary aged about 45 of 108 Loomis street Burlington died suddenly last evening of heart failure at his grocery store 97 Pins street as he prepared to supervise deliveries His wife Katherine McElroy Leary and many relatives survive including six children and four sisters He had long worked in dairy and creamery before opening his grocery two years ago in Burlington

Burlington Rep Vonn Leary Loomis ‘Street Pins Street Per Tary Punpeanary Hagen Etn Alice Era Rae Mise Kath Orine McElroy Bakersfield Lismatte Mia Moses Leary Alien Agnes Harold Lyonald Katherine Alalah Margaret Leary M. B. Leary Richmond Shulge A Turner's Falls Mass Leary Wan Jericho Apo

Mutland man arraigned for armed robbery in 1910 case

John H. Polley of Fair Haven aided by State Attorney BL Stafford, charged with robbing Onufria Covinn of 871.00 on January 14, 1910. arraigned before City Bridge FG Sweater yesterday. tied to similar offenses. Bail set at 8,000. examination waived. Prosecutor said suspect had prior pattern with three others.

Mutland Bartolo Nito Este N.Y Ty Sherif Wallingtone John H. Polley Fair Haven Stafford Onufria Covinn Liney Sridge Rob Tinvaay Riter Niro

Banquet Honors Vermont College of Engineering Leaders

Burlington February 13 Governor Mead and State Education Supt Maem 8 Stone plus Speaker Mrenk Howe and others honored at the fourth annual Vermont University College of Engineering dinner at Hotel Vermont. About 10 attended. Provident Hentin of the university presided with remarks from Prof F W Vote, weather chief John K Tronper, State Forester A F Hawes, and Frank J Marker of the Buckmington Power Company.

Burlington Mead George M. Twets Maem Stone Mrenk Howe College of Engineering University of Vermont Hotel Vermont Provident Hentin Neinwersit

Eli Mills Dead After Illness in Barre

Eli Mills of Oral and well known in Barre died at his home after ten days illness. He was 40, son of Chester and Ruth Mills of Orange, with a sister Mrs. T. C. Perry of Plainfield and brother Frank Mills of Orange. He worked in banking, left two years ago, and resumed the business last fall.

Eli Mills Oral Barre Zwrleck Mr. Mille Chester Ruth Mille Orange T. C. Perry Plainfield Frank Mille Mille

Mrs Effie Scales Dies After Illness On East Morne Road

Mrs Effie Seates wife of L W Scales died at her East Morne road home yesterday afternoon following peritonitis after an operation several days ago. Born in Williamstown thirty four years ago she was the widow of Harwn Smith and Susan. Funeral will be at the home tomorrow at 2 pm and the remains placed in Elmwood cemetery receiving vault.

Effie Seates L. W. Scales Monrne Road Sealea Williamstown Harwn Smith Susan the Finneral Elmwood Cemetery

Reverend Reid Accepts Vermont Episcopal Rectorship

Rev. W. W. Reid of New York City has accepted the call to serve as rector of Grace Episcopal Church in Sheldon and will begin duties in April. He previously served as a distant rector in Washington, D C. Also notes describe The Magazine Flowers February issue and a vivid Dutch tulip country scene around Haarlem with cultural details.

W.W. Reid New York City Sheldon Church Sheldon W. W. Reid Grace Episcopal Church Mr. Reid Washington, D. C

Farmers Week Opens in Lyndon Institute Chapel

The first meeting of farmers week opened last night in Lyndon institute chapel with large attendance. Organized by the state commissioner of agriculture and the agriculture department, the event runs through Wednesday. Six speakers from Canada and several states are in attendance. The program opened with a talk titled “Keeping the Young Folks on the Farm” by Prof. Andrew Elliott of Gantt Ontario and an illustrated feature “Verilmmonk in the Making” by Hon. J. Martin.

Lymlonville Pet Lyndon Institute Agri [Gationat Department of Lymn Institute Canada Tim Hof Andrew Elliott Gantt Martin

Strikers Fundraiser Held in Graniteville Last Night

A meeting in Graniteville raised over $40 for strikers. Lawrence speaker Leoa Morrow Lewis will address a mass meeting at the party opera house tomorrow evening to support relief efforts. Funds from the event go to the Lawrence Central Labor Unions relief committee for distribution. Also noted are social notices about Barre’s beauty pageant and upcoming performances at Mowland Hall with ticket prices listed.

Graniteville Lawrence Eloge Leoa Morrow Lewis Rai Lawrence Central Labor Unin Relief Committee

Parker House Fire At Woodsville Destroys Hotel

Fire swept the Parker house five story building on Central street in Woodsville New Hampshire at dawn. Forty five guests and staff escaped in minimal clothing as flames spread to nearby Wentworth brick hotel. Wells River and Woodsville firefighters battled ice cold conditions around 20 degrees below zero to control the blaze with煤 units from both towns assisting.

Wells River Woodsville N_ HS Wentworth Welle Connecticut River

Fire at East Randolph merchant market and hotel destroyed

Fire swept Lorlock market and the East Randolph hotel in East Randolph overnight, ruining Pitty & Fitts market. Loss estimated at 85,000 with 3.1 million in insurance. Hotel owner Volney Allark ran a well regarded inn. cause of the blaze remains undetermined.

Rentolph Lorlock Teret Market Pitty & Fitts Eawe Bay East Randolph Volney Allark East Handelot

House Destroyed Near Essex Junction in Fire

Essex Junction February 11 loss about 2000 dollars when George Siegiest house between the village and Fort Ethan Allen burned last night. Firemen fought to prevent the flames from reaching two nearby buildings. The cause is believed to be a lamp left on a piano in the parlor. Mr and Mrs Siegiest and seven small children saved only a few clothing items.

Essex Junction George Sivghest Fort Ethan Allen Trix Siegiest

Jersey Cows Rampage Through Plainfield Streets

Two Jersey cows being driven from Plainfield by Charles Gordon ran wild through Summer and Wellington streets causing panic among residents. Nine cows with a separate team overturned a milk can and damaged a mailbox before one was corralled. The other cow fled toward a Lane farm barn, with Farm hands noting the animals initially behaved normally.

Wellington Plainfield Charles Gordon Stith Stork Williamstown Road Gordon Racin al James Kelley Elm Summer Streets Gor Ant Lane Farm Smith Stock David

Lincoln memory reawakened by veterans in city hall

A Lincoln anniversary observance drew over 100 attendees at the city building. Major J. A. Abbott camp and Sons of Veterans members led a program of songs, recitations, and speeches honoring Abraham Lincoln, with Rev. Holt and Dr. Lynde among speakers, and the GALE Daughters of Veterans present.

Lincoln Ao. BR Abraham Lincoln G. Ht. Holt First Baptist Church Mra Willey Liyeutn Abraham Liyeels George II Holt Pan Lincoin Ameng Mtives Mre Julia Johson Col. T. Meade Ciee Got. Brigham Sona of Veterans E. Ls. Smith RR. Crandall Bel Col J Meade C.D Carpenter al, Stith OS. Ees L. A. Abbott Wallace Robinson Charles Gauthier Gouge E. Allen Carl Rollins

Surveyors Begin Barre Granite Railway Preliminary Linework

Central Vermont air road engineer F W Denison of St Albans leads seven surveyors from Websterville toward Barre to chart contour lines for the Barre Granite Railway from Barre quarries to Williamstown. The group includes four Norwich University civil engineering students and seasoned workers. Completion is hoped within two weeks as initial surveying proceeds toward the quarries and toward Williamstown.

F. W. Denison St. Albare Central Vermont Air Road Ech New Barre Granite Railway Co Barre Williamstown Norwich University Gentral Vermont Webstervilly Williametown Nunevey Corps of Engineers Englance Don Jaon J. C.donnell St. Albans WS. Hutchinson Enarburg Falls Norwich Tae Oh. Wallaes Ay FL

Paying Whiteman Case Opens Amid Turbulent Courtroom Scene

Chief Sinclair summoned by tenants to the A Tomas building after a disturbance. George Beau is described as intoxicated and taken to the police station. The defendant Pleaded guilty to a subsequent offense, and was jailed briefly. Fred Whiteman of South Main Street faces a city court charge. State’s attorney and defense counsel are named. A jury was drawn and a large crowd attended, with about half a dozen witnesses subpoenaed.

Sinlair A. Tomas George Beau Geum Pilin Tudge Scott Vite Faremat Fred Whiteman South Main Street Montylier Simlair Grant Joror B. R J. Ward Carver Whiteman M. M. Gordon Th Nicholes Charles Ohliver Arthur Tillén Jesse Cayhue C. W. Bowen Henry J. Smith Sith Pros. Granite Co C. E. McNwity Evertatrne

Eastern Stars Banquet and Candy Pull Delight Members

Thirty members of Ruth chapter No. 34 OE S were entertained by Mr Fite Eastman of Washington Street at the City hotel last evening at 6. A sumptuous repast planned by the Kost ons preceded a program of music and recitations at Mrs Kostoman's home. The affair ended with a candy pull as guests departed late.

Ruth Chapter Fite Eastman Washington Street City Kostons

Summer School for Boys Near St Albans Reportedly Planned

St Albans feb 13 it is understood that the Rocky Point school may be held by the railway or sold to parties negotiating for use as a commercial school. The site will be added separately in front of the street railway from which is in the hands of a receiver.

St. Albans Rocky Point Partles Hosrelpeil

Ready for Caucus Selections Reported for City Offices

A city caucus outlines nominations for mayor aldermen and city offices. Mayor James Mutch and Alderman Dyniston face renomination talks as term limits loom, with candidates named for assessor clerk treasurer and school commissioner roles.

Mutch Thurston James Muteh H. Dyniston PL. Cate Jon Waite Hy K. Bush Tweghan A.M. Ress Hy AL Rugg Whals Elen C. M. Willey Wand 2 B.A. Eastman Frank K. Saal A. BP Abbott James Wilwam Thie Ward Gr. Woodruff WW. Russell Mckenzie Lackey Stephen Willian Tirown

Offer of a Fortune in Spanish Fraud Letters Reaches McCabe

A misdirected con scheme targets John McCabe, wiring supervisor for a new federal building, claiming a Russian banker in Madrid hid 480,000 in American money and promises a 160,000 share if McCabe pays the court costs. The letter urges a Madrid arrival, includes a clipping from a continental paper, and warns secrecy as a confidant in Valladolid. Also notes the death of infant Bernice Miller and funeral details.

Fohn McCabe Federal McCabe Alvaro Samples Madrid Sanchez St. Priwraburg Metube Argestin Senor Sanchee McCaby Continental Metubs Russia Armerica Praop Sadinsky Eatle Alvaro Sandehee Valladolid Spain

Orange Town Hall Hosts Seay Gene Dance Event

A dance featuring Seay Gene is set for Wednesday evening at the town hall center on February 14. Gawther’s betit will the mua.

Gawther

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