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Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1914

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Perished in Deep Snow Near Lewis Mountain

Richford reports two men missing after a trek from Stevens mills to a lumber camp on Lewis mountain. Harry W. Fernald, aged 3, died in deep snow. Ernest Mears of Hirlpate survived to reach the camp but suffered frostbitten feet. Fernald's body to Ports mouth, N H, for kinship burial. authorities organized search.

Liny House Stevens Mills Fernald Medre Jack Mears Het Fernald de MW. Herrick Portsmouth N. H

Baronet Baron Attacked With Dog Whip in London Wedding Gathering

In London a female militant from ForTRA assaulted Baron Weardale using a dog whip as he waited with about 200 guests to attend the wedding of Sidney Feel, son of Viscount Peel, to Lordy Della Spencer, daughter of Earl Spencer. He was felled by the blow but not seriously harmed.

London Fortra Sutragette von Weardale Sidney Feel Viscount Peel Della Spencer Earl Spencer Lord Weardale

Victor Pott Dies in Cell After Killing Son

Victor Pott, who shot and killed his son, comedian Harry Fragson, after a trivial dispute, died in prison yesterday. He was 40 years old, with no known relatives or will. A large part of Fragson’s fortune, estimated at 2.4 million, will go to the French treasury.

Paria Feh Victor Pott Harry Fragson Pott Frageon

Schooner Kineo Sinking Off Cape Hatteras In Distress

New York reports the five masted schooner Kineo from Bath Maine carrying eleven men is in distress near Diamond Shoals Cape Hatteras leaking badly and sinking. Revenue Cutter Onondaga assisted from Fort Monroe.

Cape Hatteras New York Kineo Bath Dla Diamont Shoals Onondaga Fort Monroe

Obituary Note for Alpheus J. Lyman of Hampton

Alpheus J. Lyman born Poultney Vermont died yesterday at age 8? No, age 8 is incorrect. likely aged about 80. He was among Hampton's oldest residents and a Williston Seminary graduate of 1848. He taught in Springfield and Hath Heig surs. Survived by daughters Mary Lyman, Harriet Lyman, and son Oren C. Hurt of Fasthampton.

Northampton Mass Alpheus J. Lyman Hampton Poultney Williston ‘Semiary Springfield Mary Lyman Maldenigh Mike Harriet Lyman Fasthampton Oren C. Hurt

Ice Blockade Stuns Hudson River Commerce

New York and Yonkers face a serious Hudson River ice blockade. Federal authorities admit helplessness as coal shortages loom with up to 100 workers counting on fuel while refining operations risk disruption without supply.

Yonkers York Hudson River New York Finerich

Vermont Laborer Files Petition in Mis Nabilition Case

Fred Bailey of Lyndim filed a petition with Clerk FS Platt of the United States vent mis Nabilition. He seeks damages totaling 416.90 with 160 claimed expenses. Case noted from Rutland on February 18.

Fred Bailey Lyndon Rutland Lyndim FS Platt

Near Agreement on B. and M. R. R. Matter

Washington officials, Massachusetts Department of Justice, and New Haven railroad pushed to finalize control of the Moston & Maine. After hours of talks, agreement on board composition and terms remained unresolved. Justice and Massachusetts prefer two-year trustees, while New Haven favors five-year terms.

Washington, D. C Department of Just Tide State of Massachusetts New Haven Railroad Moston & Maine Newlroad State Department Department of Justice New Haven

Three Men Guilty of Defrauding U S Government

San Francisco Feb 18 jury after eight hours found three defendants guilty of defrauding the government of duties on imported coal. Defendants are F C Mills vice president J B Smith general manager and K E Mayer Weigher Mayer was found guilty. F Smith was acquitted.

San Franchsco United States Western Fuel Company Tian Wan Diseho F. C. Mills General Manor J. B. Smith KE. H. Mayer Filvward J. Smith Checker

Cloudburst Floods Oviedo Causing Destruction in Spain

Oviedo Spain Feb 18 a cloud burst flooded the inner town forcing residents to seek refuge on roof tops as cattle were swept away in the countryside many houses collapsed and roads including railway tracks were washed out authorities issued urgent food appeals for the destitute population.

Spain Oviedo Astu Vallromde

Longest Buffalo funeral procession for John J Kennedy

Buffalo observed its longest procession for John J Kennedy New York state treasurer who died by his own hand, burial at Holy Cross cemetery after services at the Church of the Blessed Sacrament. Every vehicle and hundreds of private carriages lined the route from his hotel to the church with help from Towanda and Niagara Falls crews.

John J. Kennedy Buffalo N.Y New York State Holy Cross Towanda Niagara Falla

Pageant of the Unemployed marches on City Hall

About 500 homeless men marched on St Louis City Hall demanding relief. They met the mayor and attended a city council meeting urging appropriations for the poor. The protest, called Pageant of the Unemployed, contrasted with a costly Pageant of St Louis. Led by James Eads Howe and Cora D Harvey, the group sought municipal aid.

St. Louis City Hall St. Louis Pere Rindi Alma Aid Ite James Eads Howe Cora D. Harvey Eee Brotherhood Welfare Association Fat

Vanderbilt house destroyed by fire in Februrary blaze

Meriia L reports the Vanderbilt estate home owned by Mrs. William K. Vanderbilt was gutted by a fire today. The caretaker and servants escaped. investigators blamed an overheated furnace. Built at about 100000 with a later add on valued near 101000, the six room house contained costly tapestries and paintings.

Meriia L. 1 William K. Vanderbilt Hicksville

Red Cross Seal Sale Sets New Record in 1933

Washington February 14 United States Red Cross reports midquarter estimates show the 1933 stamp sale is the strongest ever for the tuberculosis relief effort. Despite incomplete returns, officials say Christmas stamps sold exceed previous records as donations pour in nationwide.

Washington, D.C Red Cross

Boys Get Counsel in Murder Case at St Albans Chinaman

St Albans suspects, including minors, are charged in the murder of Chin Kiru. The defendants, accused of arson and ambush, were appointed attorneys as the case advances. Proceedings indicate a homicide linked to local turmoil and ethnic tensions in the community.

St. Albans Neamed Armslshoee Wilde Chennin Reba Chin Kiru

Big Transfer of Quarryland in Barre Granite Belt

EL Smith & Co attained about sixty acres of Millstone Granite Co quarry land in Barre, a major deal in quarry property. The move positions Smiths to boost Barre granite output, adding to two hundred workers at their firm and thirty at Millstone Granite Co, with LE J Levith & Co as buyers.

EL. Smith & Co Barre Millstone Granite Co D. M. Miles EB L, Smith & Co Ke, J. Levith & Co Marre Fm Hay Uw EK. J. Smith Harre John E Donald Smith B. L. Smith Wen J. L. Smith John BE Husiest Angus A. Sith BO. Kent W. L. Wherton Angus A. Smith Couch EO Kent BE. L. Smith & Go Millstons Granite Go

Fusion tickets form in St Albans city caucuses

In St Albans on February 18 two fusion tickets will appear, uniting Republican and Democratic factions on a joint ticket, while Progressives and Prohibitionists align on the other. The mayoral race centers on Mitchell versus Mann, decided by a close vote with the Democratic bloc’s larger representation influencing the outcome. Progressives oppose Mitchell for mayor and oversee the poor position. Prohibitionists back the Republican-Democratic ticket except for the mayoral candidate.

St. Albans Repblican Dr.enrge ©. Mitchell

Reverend Lawes Phillipa of Woodstock

A native of Woodstock Rev Lawes Phillipa served pastorates in Haverhill Massachusetts and Laboo Maine. He held two terms in the legislature as chaplain of the House and was vice president of the American Christian convention. He was 61 years old.

Lawes Phillipa Christina Wosutock Agu Wlhat Haverhill Mass Laboo Amtertivan Christian Convention

Load falls on driver injuring George Sanders

East Calais February 15. While Sanders was hauling a load of wood into the village, part of the load tipped off and fell on him. He was picked up unconscious, a physician summoned, several ribs fractured and internal injury. He suffered great pain.

Calais George Sanders Yesternay Mr. Sanders

End Suffering by Gas Poisoning in Washington Street Home

An aged brother and sister, Thomas Moore and Margaret Moore, died after suffering for days from gas exposure in their shared Washington street room. Neighbors reported a faulty flue and a missing furnace cover, with the room described as overflowing with gas as the tragedy unfolded.

Boston Moston Washington Street Ari Thomas Moore Margaret Miss Moore Thorn

Campaign for Funds in Barre Hospital Drive Gains Momentum

Preparations for inaugurating a large hospital appeal proceed at the campaign headquarters. Barre leaders plan a citizens committee of 100 business and professional men to direct fund raising with teams and captains in Barre and nearby towns. H A Phelps president of the Harry Board of Trustees, heads the business committee as campaigns target 10000 dollars from local backers. Lamps, signs, window cards, and notices are planned to illuminate progress nightly and reach surrounding communities.

S Campaign Rodma Citizens’ Campaign Committee Citiens Barre H. A. Phelps Harry Board of Trudy Hce Dantury Enel Wlock Wight Darre Town Graniteville New York Patre Towne Reparte Giles

No Prosecution of Labor Organizers in Claremont Case

Claremont New Hampshire authorities say cases against labor organizers arrested outside Sullivan machine shop remain unresolved. John Lathing and Edward Age face trial while J J Cayma and Gilmowne see continued proceedings amid a disrupted mass meeting at the opera house.

Claremont N. Hy Keb Sullivan Machine Shop Thorn John Lathringer Edward Age Yeho Ap Jet Hower J.J. Cayua Gilmowne Teathring Coyne Opera House

Large barn and sheds burn at Warren Clark farm

Fire at Jemusulian near North Hero destroyed a barn, sheds, and farming equipment. The loss included hay, grain, 0 Mooded sheep, 100 hens, three pigs, two cows, a yearling rat, and tools. Two horses and a thresher were also lost. The fire was spotted shortly after dawn. WH Cross of Oleazy, No Y., had recently purchased the property and was to take possession. The total damage estimate is not yet known.

North Hero Warren Clark Jemusulian Sentun Hagee Chork Oleazy

Funeral of Martin J Hills Waterbury Feb

Funeral services for Martin J Ville were held at his home yesterday afternoon with Rev A A Mandigo of Moretown officiating. Bearers were Lester Hills Albert Hills and Eaton brothers of Hyde Park. Interment was at Phi loe cemetery in Duybury. Out of town guests included O G Eaton Fred Palmer and Mrs Julians Berry of Walafield Meare Eaton Hyde Park Abel Porter Williston and Mr Porter of Essex Janet ion Mrs Wud Mra Fred Hills and Mrs George Ramey of Middlesex Mrs Seth W Boyer hospitalized nearby.

Waterbury Feo Martin J. Ville A. A. Mandigo Moretown Lester Albert Hills Eaton Brothers Hyde Park Hichal Philoe Duybury G. Eaton Fred Palmer Julians Berry Walafield Meare Eaton Abel Porter Williston Mr. Porter Esnex Janetion Wud Mra Fred Hills George Ramey Middlesex Seth W. Boyer

First Mail Since Friday Reaches Nantucket

Nantucket reports the first mail delivery since Friday as provisions land and ice conditions ease. Weather notes predict cloudy skies tonight with light variable winds and a north to east breeze, as the area resumes routine coastal activity.

Nantucket Chainland Fale

More Ballot Boxes Needed for Two New Issues

City council orders procurement of additional ballot boxes for March election to handle five ballots per voter. Voters will choose on proportional primaries direct primary state house addition and school/ward races. At least 12 new boxes to be installed to prevent congestion and ensure orderly counting.

Aldermante Election Committee Aire Ward Bancroft Calder George K. Carlewan Patterson Wospiter Water Department Fire Department Police Department G. A. Bemis Council

Death of Warren O Nye a longtime Barre Northfield resident

Warren O Nye formerly of East Barre and longtime Barre area resident died at his Washington home after a short illness. Born June 2 189% in Creare c, he was the seventh of eight children of John F and Aurisla Nye. He farmed in summer and taught in winter, later settling in Barre and Washington. He married three times and is survived by his third wife Julia Partridge and three children from the first marriage plus two adopted children. A trusted town official and estate settler, he was active in Hiawatha Lodge O the Odd Fellows Crystal Spring Rebekah Lodge and Washington Grange. Funeral will be held Friday at 1 o'clock in East Barre Church with a morning prayer service at his home. Flowers omitted as requested.

Warren O. Nye East Barre Washington Annova Warren Catlin Nye Creare c John F Aurisla (Catlin) Nye Barre Northfeld Northfield Hort Ashley Wheaton John Payne Nye Lewis Waterman East Burr Village Nyes Weoand Lydia J. Switch Julia A. Partridge Justee Hiawatha Lodge Gill Lodge Washington Lodge Odi Fellows Odd Feller Besdes Washingtony Crystal Spring

Gates Buys Out C W Gates In Franklin Deal

Franklin February 18 R J Gates treasurer and manager of the Farmers Ex was established in 18M and in 1007 Swehen C W Gates became state highway commissioner in the company was incorporated with the latter as president. The capital stock was 51000 each CW Gates retained most of it.

Franklin R. J. Gates Farmers’ Ex Swehen C. W. Gates State Highway Commission Gates

Missionary Pageant Delights Audience at First Baptist

The First Baptist church crowd of over 200 witnessed a pageant by the church’s young missionary society. Costumes impressed as scenes depicted China and Japan with tea ceremony and flower arranging. Dorothy Inglis portrayed a doctor. Ruby Loew added a pivotal role. Misses Inglis, Parry, and Reed starred in multiple tableaux. The show closed with 20 participants in a patriotic immigration scene, guided by Miss HL Holt and the society.

First Baptist Church China Dorothy Inglis Ruth Howard Sadie Rees Florenne Allen Luna Grearson Ruth Parry Japan HL. Holt Glen Wood Ruby Bradley Kittel Inglis Hae Rollin Thy Mission College Raymon Cage Privet Grace Parry Ethel Halder Mise Eva McDowall Ralph Rogers Miseés Winnie Birnie Clark Marguerite Geske Elen Genke Missionary Society Ervilitis

Cold Weather Halts Central Vermont Rail Service

Heavy frost slowed Central Vermont passenger and mail trains overnight and into morning. Northbound No 1 and southbound No 6 were delayed. the local 9 pm to midnight passenger did not depart until near 2 am. Mail service began only after 6:16 am. early morning Williamstown run cancelled.

Central Vermont Railroad Fordad Yary White River Junction Montreal Montpelier Junction Williamston

Five men plead not guilty in Durre gambling raid case

Pleas of not guilty were entered yesterday by five men arrested on gambling charges in Durre. Judge H L Scott set hearing for Thursday Feb 26. The roster included Samuel Paradis, Maurien Kee, Danielibbons, Lewis Quimby and W Scatt, with William Wishart and RA Hoar as attorneys. A separate liquor case State vs Fidel Villa of West Merlin saw Villa absent. he remains out on bail after prior conviction.

Hl. W. Scott Chet Sinclair Harry Gamblin Waet Fit Samuel Paradis Mauirien Kee Danielibbons Tewis Quimby W Scatt Reyott Durre Smen Hiney William Wishart J. Ward Crever Ville Wits Villa Costa Presene

Operation Given Up: Infant Dies After Weeklong Illness

An account describes the death of a one year old girl from Northao, daughter of William Vloav, who died after an illness that began Monday afternoon. The child, identified as Tat night, was taken to the hospital with efforts to save her. Her parents and two brothers and sisters mourn her loss.

Iethith Willia Vloav North Ao Noaepital Bette Ber Ambright

Back at Work After Two Weeks Strike Ends

Union organizer J H Meardan of Warwickster Mass helped end a two week walkout by open streetcar conductors. Car men returned to work as wage talks continue through arbitration. The agreement includes daily wage concessions and a three member arbitration panel to decide future pay scales.

Car Men's Union J. H. Meardan Warcwster Mass Tenney Corporation Chagge Tw7 Bwck Sling Homer Tony Ween Thorn Uiree Seales Torlsy Interurima Barre Montpelier

A Novel Sliding Marty at the Presbyterian Bible event

A winter entertainment titled A Novel Sliding Marty was staged with two acts. Act one featured a jail scene on Park Street Hill with double runners and snowbound sliding followed by a shift to merriment. Act two moved to the manse with Rev Duncan Salmond hosting Leora and guests as the troupe sang and danced.

Cain Fin Able Acrewnes Neturn Park Street Hill al St Manse Leora Duncan Salmond Chums

Hartford Town Report Notes Expenditures and Deterioration

Hartford town records recount the White River dumetion project dated Feb 18 and 1443, noting insured certificates and town expenses. The report lists total expenditures around 101 dollars with highway department costs and altar venue items, alongside tax and other line items.

White River Fic Hartford Highway Department

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Harry W. Fernald Richford Ernest Mears Baron Weardale Paris Vermont San Fran Cisco Vanderbilt House Jericho E. L. Smith & Co All Woodstock Lewis W. Phillips Franklin, N. J East Calais N. Hi Martin J. Hills Iun Maes State House Warren C. Nye Pee C. W. Gates Farmers’ Exchange Town OF Hartford Reports
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