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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1908

Page

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Senator Latimer of South Carolina Dies in Washington

Senator Asbury Churchwell Latimer of South Carolina died at Providence Hospital after an operation for intestinal trouble. He had served five terms in the House and was in his first Senate term. Born July 1 1851 near Lowndesville, he grew up a farmer and later moved to Belton. His Senate term would have expired next year.

Washington, D. C Asbury Churchwell Latimer South Carolina Providence Hospital Tim Tun Latimer Senate House of Representatives Hieature Belton Lie Lowndesville Abbeville County J. G. Evans John J. McLaurin

Gladsome Welcome From Peruvians

Callao, Peru Feb 2 Thousands gathered at vantage points to greet the American battleship fleet as it lay off the coast. The city wore decorations with stars and stripes prominent. Washington's birthday was observed as a holiday in honor of the visitors and shops closed.

Callao Peru Washshington

Who Will Succeed Evans in Navy Command

Washington February 20. Beyond the note that Rear Admiral Robley D Evans will likely be retired August 14 and thus precluded from commanding the Atlantic battleship on its return voyage, the navy department declines to predict a successor. Among contenders named are Rear Admiral Oriol Sebee, Captain Wainwright, Schroeder, Potter, and Rutherland, all seen as eligible for or soon to attain rear admiral rank.

Washington Robley D. Evans Pacific Navy Department Siate Berry Evans Preapent Hug Rowe Oriol Sebeee Wainwright Lchroeder Potter and Rutherland

Harriman Wins Famous Controversy Over Railroad Control

Chicago Feb 20 Indy Ball in superior court today sided with Harriman in the famous controversy with Stuyvesant Fish over railroad control. The injunction blocking 246,293 shares from being voted at the meeting was dissolved as Harriman’s position prevailed. New York Feb 20 Marrion declined to free the full date of the decision and urged removal of any risk of similar suits. An opinion on the Interstate Commerce Commission inquiry into employee manipulation was sought.

Chicago Indy Ball Superior Court Tolay Minot Central Harriman Stuyvesant Fish Fitch Auniel New York Marrioan Uline Tishel

Euosburg Town Reports Missing Details

Fragmentary town report item notes fever occurrences and burial events. Names and places are unclear, with garbled phrasing obscuring specifics of individuals or dates. The readable portion indicates illness and memorial references within Euosburg community records.

Japan Is Our Friend Says Whitlaw Reid at Delmonico's

New York February 20 Whitelaw Reid United States minister to Great Britain told guests at Delmonico’s that talk of Britain’s obligations to support Japan against the United States was nonsense. He defended cordial Anglo-American relations and rejected the idea of a Pacific war, arguing a treaty between Britain and Japan limits Britain only in case of aggression by Japan. He urged readers to see such fears as unfounded and urged restraint amid patriotic fervor.

Nove York Whitelaweld United States Great Britain Migrlins United Sutter Delmonico’s Japan United Eieice Joseph A. Chontes Britain Great Reltalo Pacific Far East

Murder charge after hotel death of Mrs Woodbury

Herbert Woodbury, a Foxcroft, Manitoba hotel proprietor, is charged with murder following the death of his third wife Phoebe Henderson Woodbury. A coroner's jury and inquest convened, with autopsy ordered to determine strangulation as cause. The body found in room 15 of the hotel, investigations continuing as witnesses arrive.

Foxcroft Fee Herbert Woodbury The Wes Hote Heary Stable Kooper Sgenegar Tody dom = hey Tinpor- Poe Witmamne Ferteriay Jollicers Mix Wondbury Ja Denguer Woodbury Theo Phoebe Maide Henderson John Henderson Milo Mr. Woodbury

Mysterious death of traveling salesman found in hotel

The body of Adelbert F Barter aged 43 a traveling man for a New York company was found in a Williams town Vermont hotel room. He registered Tuesday under an assumed name and left a note for his mother also living in Williams town. Police report he had separated from his wife in September and left no clear cause for the death remains under investigation.

Albany Adelbert F. Barter Mle ‘Vie Company New York

Jericho resident profile echoes in distant notes

A fragmented sketch mentions a well known Jericho individual nicknamed Yok and a Mrs. Mie Heipnr Recher living about four miles from a Fille in Ferien’s town. It hints of wealth and growth, with scattered references to New Yak, San ent hare, Bartwe Wretier and Chiapeoes, but the text remains ambiguous andIncomplete.

Allany Ami Ferien Bartwe Wretier Folens

Flames Destroy Business District In Two-Block Fire

Fire broke out at two o clock this morning in North Woodstock New Hampshire. The blaze swept two blocks, threatening the hotel and stores before aid arrived from Laconia. Several persons fled in their night clothes as the fire damaged the hotel and livery stable and caused an estimated loss around 8500 dollars. Alderman from Laconia arrived to help, but the fire was under control by early morning.

Laconia Woodstock N. Hi Sebenag Ie Tel Sanborn James Constantine Ald Pes Gunita

Has No Ambition To Be Governor

Secretary Fred L. Davis of the state board of agriculture said in Montpelier that he has no ambition for the governorship. He stated he would not seek the post, praised current leaders, and endorsed Lieutenant Governor Pratt while noting he prefers Director Drocter if asked again.

Fred L. Davis State Bound of Agriculture Monty Tovay East Montpelier Vermont Davintenn Mirane Mt .Dorie Kiovernor Yan Tian Romle

Cork legs controversy in Brattleboro property case

Brattleboro February 20. A writ of attachment targets cork artificial limbs and machinery in a house owned by Des aml Mes and George X. Roberts as part of a covenant dispute with Futh R Manley. The attached items include artificial limb equipment and related tools, amid claims of prior property sales and paving costs at $800. The case questions the legitimacy of a New York company behind the artificial limb business.

Brattleboro Ark Howe Des Aml George X. Roberts Futh R Maniey Wilking Cork Tr. Roberts Aml Sun Dean Ahealy Oe Am Pay New York

Closing session of ministerial association gathering

The fourth annual meeting of the Ministerial Association of Vermont and Quebec churches closed with remarks from Rev. F. Maswel of Woipal and Rev. Haringarian of Key. Attendees included Turlington, Fey, and local clerical leaders from both provinces.

Turlington Fey Utsivorsaliet Ari] Uulteaiat Vermont Quebec Haringarian En Key le Rons Woipal Emeteon Aniverity

Wholesale Theft Report From Providence

Fragmentary notes describe a theft ring in Providence with references to February events and arrests. Names and details are unclear, but the piece hints at a coordinated gang and police actions. Further readable items are required for a fuller summary.

Homeless Man Seeks Shelter and Court Mention

An elderly man, Patrick F Williston, applied for shelter amid a troubled case. He reportedly faced intoxication, jail time, and disoriented episodes, with his son involved in a dispute at a police station. Officials consider care options given poverty and health concerns after a move from Montpelier.

Patrick F. Williston Mar Amu Patanto Urtelek Solapoe Faulkner Marre Montpelier

Championship game ends in dispute at state final

St Joly February second saw the second in the state championship series end with a referee decision after a fight. Ed Wacker and Doyle were involved. Wacker was hit and Doyle accused of striking. Officials ordered players from the floor. attendance was 1 156 and the summary lists Score Company 5 and Wale trom tor Fox ule Taser Murphy.

St. Joly Hite Ed. Wacker Nn Gall Hiss Lew Wacher Doyle Strask Wacker Tie Viel Wale Trom Tor Fox Ule Taser Murphy

Durkee Whitney Nearing 68. Funeral Held In Chelana

Chettes Feb 20 The funeral for Mon Phyrila Durke Whitney was held at 1 p m Wednesday at the Unitarian church near Chelana Ker with Irving Towsey pastor. Interment was in the Durkee family cemetery near North Tunbridge. Born 1820 in Tunbridge she married Aaron P Whitney. She was mother to eleven and foster mother to another. Nine children survive along with others and nineteen great grandchildren. Four sons served as bearers Abijah Aaron Orman and Horace. Preceded by husband and other family, she died after arrival three weeks prior.

Tiurbridge Che Howe Barker Durkee Inna Aaron P. Whitney Leander Whitney George Dewey Hayard, Lowe Rane Abijah Aaron Orman Horace Whitney Arthur Hun Tal

Waterbury Finances Show Deficits And Debts

Waterbury reports a troubling financial picture with outstanding offers at 12 500 assets at 5 782 12 and total liabilities reaching 17 857 etc. The city faces deficits and pending obligations, highlighting the need for corrective budgeting and revenue measures.

Waterbury Eueen Sreaker Lawton

Brown-Gilman Marriage at Plainfield Yesterday

Ber t B Fiske plans plane bl reports the wedding of Brown and Gilman held in Plainfield yesterday with plans for a future reception and family announcements.

Plainfield Bert B, Fiske

Assault on 75-year-old Williams leads to arrest in feud

Carlo Antinelli, an Italian laborer, is arrested on assault charges after allegedly striking 75-year-old Williams with a shovel handle during a dispute over discharge at J. J. Williams State remy. Williams suffered serious injuries and a gold watch was taken. Antinelli fled, was pursued, and later captured after a snowstorm delayed officers.

Carlo Antiell Antinelli Carlo Antinelli Thelin Seborar Ieee A Williams J. J. Wiliams Remy Williama Doubtuil Antinell Cane Rae Swemer John Sweeney Tull Fiend Antinell Towtwn

Roscher Nominated After Seven Ballots in Montpelier Ward Six

In Montpelier sixth ward caucus it took seven ballots and past midnight to nominate Roscher for alderman, defeating Jeremiah Dewry on the sixth ballot. Several candidates withdrew, with Frank E. Smith nominated over Timothy Calinhary in Ward Four and George De Butler narrowly ahead over St. Corse in Ward Four. Nominations for school and sewer commissioners followed, and the discussion touched on council rebuke over the Golden Wiece building and city hall project. The campaign features faint candidates Dawley and Farnham with talks of reorganizing the cash collection and merchant support.

Fee Aldermman Montpelier Johwan Roscher Jeremiah Dewry Si Wack O. Tobbie Patrick Slattery Frank E. Smith Tinothy Calinhary George de Butler St. Corse Vicuim Seiie Contesta J. H. Kelleher H. J. M. Jones de. P Templeton Frank K. Gone S. Ballard F. W. Farnham Ron Jack Cayamines Sibley Cui Tyre Association Linder Farnham

Manchester Unity Wins Cribbage Trophy

Manchester Unity of Odd Fellows won six of eight tables to claim the Interfraternity cribbage league silver cup for the season. Clan Gordon battled, but Manchester Unity secured the title with decisive wins and forfeitures noted in the closing contest at Quin Ten tall. Banquet plans for the season wrapup, with an executive meeting set before Lent.

Manchester Unity of Odd Fellows Clan Gordon Thia Rewult Manchester Unity Neven M. L. Hag Ig Stables Pendiegee Kennnedy M. U McLeod Taylor Oliver Parker Jolt Stewart Coy Leith Craig M.U McKenzie M. G Murray Sinclair Craikwank Davidson Cruidstank Halwee Booth

Carpenters Club Holds Ninth Annual Social Despite Storm

The local No. 451 Carpenters and Joiners of America held its ninth annual social at Woodmenhall last evening. About fifty couples attended despite a heavy snowstorm. An orchestra led by James Hiley performed as guests danced from early evening until one o’clock. Refreshments were served during intermission. officers included B. hs, G. He Fear, FT. Colvin, and MM. Anderson.

Carpenters and Joiners of America Woodmenhall Ae Y Saud K T James Hiley Fop. Walther L. L. Huntlitte J. Cena Aan D. J. Maye Allicers Resilet Rene jMiary FT. Colvin MM. Anderson

Instructive East Montpelier Agricultural Meeting

A weather interrupted meeting in East Montpelier drew farmers and officials together to discuss fruit and farm topics. Fred I. Davis, state agriculture secretary, gave a feature address while advisers from the state board of agriculture and foresters spoke on farm interests and practical topics for the season.

East Montpelier Sverat East Montpel Ed Castivls Montpelier Fred I. Davis Usand Aegriculture Fom Verione Terrillepokn Janey Tienes Arther M. Wiengber Contimiveian

Military detail note on a corner play in 200m segment

A military detail reports that Gompeny WM. Vermont Nelopel Gaant from Montpetier was in the corner and prepared to play Lape as the race reached the 200 meter mark, indicating a strategic position in the event.

Gompeny WM Vermont Nelopel Gaant Montpetier Weet Te Bertoen

Barre Liquor Dealer Charged With Illegal Sale in Court

In Montpelier city court yesterday Barre liquor dealer BL Sanguinetti faced a charge of illegal sale to Henry Clark. The proceeding before Judge Taree also noted a $500 bail provision and concerns over alleged illicit activity linked to local clandestine dealings.

His Own Fireman

A fragmentary report describes a fireman named Dam and an associate Dawted being wounded in a rough incident. The readable text mentions Waerga and murveint style phrases but lacks clear dates or locations. Further context is unavailable in the surviving lines.

Board of Civil Authority Eases List For Spring Election

The Board of Civil Authority met in the city court room to revise the voter list adding forty five new names and removing others. A second meeting was planned for Friday with more names to be added and a possible third meeting next week. Ward officers for the March election were selected and listed by ward with addresses. A note from Clinton N Field of New York raised questions about his eligibility and residency in Barre.

Litte Board of Civil Authority Higene Hathaway- Depotigen Square John Gallagher North Main Street TTD Stevens Main Straet Fred Cassie Granite Bank Prank Cassie S. K. Brown Durkee Fe Svea Seana Tea Rete Clinton N. Field New York City Vermont Pield Barre Onp Niger Orthrop Field Business l New York

Boy 11 Injured Jumping Into Water, Father Baffled

A tragic incident left Charles Bernier badly hurt after a jump went wrong. Eleven year old Little Choclw Dernier, son of Joseph Bernier, leaped and struck his knee into his stomach, with doctors fearing for his recovery as his condition remains serious.

Charles Bernier Choclw Dernier Joseph Bernier Street Jay

Rosd Commissioner Candidacy Noted in Barre Town Filing

In Barre Town, J McKensie seeks a road commissioner seat as part of a wider race. The document references Witham and mentions prior election ties and fees, but many details are garbled. The readable portion confirms a candidacy linked to past election actions and a 2005 fee reference.

J. McKensie Barre Witham Wey McKensie Mr. Witham

Fragmentary crime note from third district near Church Street

A partial OCR reading mentions police senti asmina tam and a deed on Church Street in the third district. Details are unclear but indicate a local incident or notice involving authorities.

Church Street Litera Gyanite

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Senator Latimer National House Illinois Central Euosburg Town Reports Komlerg Rej Whitelaw Reid Maine Williamstown Adelbert FP. Barber Albany Hotel Jericho North N. H Nomi Sherif Bustington Providence Gang Providence Jeger Saumaset Panikner Stranges Riley Lew Vacher St. Johnsbury Phyrilla Durkee Whitney Waterbury Finances Gian W. HG. Guns Gilmore Westn Monty Pelies Robert J. Williams Fair Haven Roscher Interfraternity League Odd Pylions V. MG Elmer Bean Barre Association Copperfield Frank Leslie Mortpolier Metting We H. Co Washington Street W. B. Yrioe Main Street Fred EK. Hall Orange Street Ernest Lawson A. M. Holt Hill Stret War F. J. Dunbar Currier W. Hi Summer Street Alex, Coutts Northern Hotel David Joe Victor Vinn Atoma Tibaldo Tiabellami Ae William B. Minard Henry Evens Iar Gooey Kd Maker Hail Street Philip A. Elis Ar Ve Street iCagli Joseph Wark Short Strest Charles Erickson Go ‘Tommat John Stewart Dancan J. McMillan Thurston Place John Rottie Brook Street Patrick Pender Antonio Cassetti North Main St Marry Jeffords Third Street George Gumian Prospect Avenue E. Caslani Sixth Street Daniel Dombrowskie Sturtiell Place Ward Joseph G. Papin Foster Street Crovati Conetti Smith Street Dean Ralph Campana Prospect Rosd
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