23 Feb 1910
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1910
Page
1
Defalcation alleged at National City Bank leads Comptroller of the Currency to order immediate closure. Bookkeeper reportedly misappropriated about 144,000. Institution placed under receivership in Washington D C with liabilities estimated at roughly 430,000, and options for creditor claims proceeding.
In Taltimors on February 2 the Order of Conductors and the Broken Hood of Railway Trainmen report stalled wage talks. The union seeks a general wage increase for all service employees on Transhes routes in Canada and the United States. Negotiations with company leaders remain unsettled. prediction of concessions hangs on union polling and potential strikes.
Reported today the government plans no introduction of home rule legislation. Asquith stated no changes to the Lords will be made, with Liberal leaders preparing for an election and potential shifts in support amid uncertain public mood.
Three Cornell students Clarence A. Pooh of Pittsburgh Paul Williams and Samuel W. Wil of East Lake City were held after police say they struck officers trying to disperse a disturbance at an ancient resort. Pooh, famed hero of the fraternity house fire, and Williams and Wil are connected to university circles and were held yesterday.
An American bishop involved in a Vatican appointment row faced censure as officials criticized failure to notify local authorities. The incident sparked a tense exchange over procedural steps and the handling of archbishop appointments within the church hierarchy.
An unclear report describes a fire related incident yesterday involving multiple individuals. The account mentions a wagon and fire headquarters and names several people associated with the event, with details damaged and hard to parse.
A Vermont veteran association plot details a memorial oration program. Notables include Dr Arthur Little, Col Henry J P Holler, and Gov Herman We Allen. The self constituted committee emphasizes liberty, loyalty, and honoring fallen soldiers, seeking broad public support for Memorial Day services.
Guildhall Feb 22 Vermont public service commission heard the Maine Central railroad petition to abolish grade crossings near Guildhall and Maidstone. Officials argued the construction of a new highway would not cross existing paths and would remove two crossings while preserving access for the public. Maine Central owns over 400 miles in Vermont and notes no Vermont state law bans grade crossings. the town seeks to complete crossings as the project progresses.
Batting Nelson seeks a rematch with the world champion in Prancivco California on February 2 cash price of 19000 offered to Woalyast for the return bout under any conditions The champion demands fair terms and asserts readiness to meet any opponent weight class or setting for the title fight
In a bout in Konstan Wis Conley severely punished Monte Attell of San Francisco. Attell was knocked down and disfigured as Conley pressed the attack. Attell agreed to continue but weakened in the later rounds. Conley landed a decisive blow in the 14th round to claim the McCorey diamond belt and the twelfth weight championship.
A derailed train near Portamouth, Xi identifies Simon Hatch as fatally injured while a second person suffers injuries. Three other individuals are reported harmed as emergency crews respond to the morning incident. Details remain unclear due to damaged text.
In Lowell, Massachusetts, an escape from the Tenry asylum led to a man dying by his own action. The report notes an individual named Michval Done Ya of Thowtim nocagend was involved and killed near the tower and Shrow Hitapeett, with the incident attributed to a train at Dowell Junction where he died instantly.
A dubious report indicates an alleged person was executed amid a serious Flatbush case involving Mrs Sophie and a carment related incident. The fragmentary entry mentions dates in February and July and notes prosecutions or protections connected to the event.
New York reports President Taft hosted at Morgan gallery with Lawit Glaws Ledyard as previews of a Veruvian art piece. Mrs Sarah Powers of Burlington Vermont attempted to gain access to press the postmaster’s removal, was stopped by Secret Service, then returned to Vermont. Taft attended banquets, including the Waldorf Astoria reception, amid social duties and speeches.
Police captured a desperate man after a rerun through a holiday crowd at the allroad station yesterday. The suspect, possibly Joseph B. Dison of Toehester New York, fled to a New York express but was subdued when the train reached Westerly station. He and another man were lodged at police headquarters last night and refused to discuss the motive or events. A struggle occurred during the arrest as officers tried to pull the man free from his weapon. The suspect attempted to jump from the stairs during a photo session, but Detective Caffary restrained him and prevented a possible fatal fall.
Fragmentary report from Philadelphia notes police calm with limited violence and a call for stay, while Governor Atwart signals possible action. Senator Penrose vows oversight to curb unrest, and President Kruger is referenced regarding transit negotiations and cooperation.
Aurora Shermurne Cutts widow of Samuel Cutts died of apoplexy at her Midland home. She was born May 12 in Orange, married to Mr. Cutts fourteen years ago, and leaves three sons and a daughter Mrs Ly Baghee. A Methodist church member, she had suffered ill health for weeks before her death.
Bareh Gray, a Hardwick resident, was found dead in the Lameille River near Robin Snilldam after leaving a note claiming she was tired of living. A doctor’s household employed Mc Oray reported the note and a morning meal missing. Tracks from Worrott street led to a hole in the ice, where the body rested between thin ice and water. She leaves a son, Millard Gray, and granddaughter Miss Bertha Morrill.
Feb 22 hearing in Burlington centers on Lavi Vincent charged by Ateahem Bloor with making a false arrest. Bloom and Vincent attended. hearing continued as witnesses to corroborate Vincent about an alleged police kidnapping. Chief Roseed ordered Bloom’s release near Megal after the dispute at the store.
The Pennsylvania university observance of George Washington Lingtan birth centennial featured degree conferrals and an address by Governor Thurles of New York. The Academy of Music hosted the exercises where faculty and students in academic gowns entered, and a notable portion of the program celebrated the conferral of degrees, including the ductor degree for Hughes.
A large blaze hit the Colorado Puel and Iron Company plant on February 21. The fire caused extensive damage and reported losses run into tens of thousands of dollars, with fears for equipment and fuel storage. Fire crews battled flames through the night, stabilizing the site but leaving significant damage.
Congressman Plumley presents a measure in the House to raise the cost limit for Barre’s United States post office and federal building. The bill, before the Public Buildings and Grounds Committee, would authorize an additional 40000 dollars after an initial 80000 dollars had been appropriated. The Barre site at Main and Prospect Streets had been cleared but funds proved insufficient to complete the planned building.
A Vermont town reports improving conditions as wage talks near settlement. volunteers clear debt, and relief funds support workers in danger of hardship. public thanks extend to organizers, choruses, and contributors while plans shift to new community aid efforts.
A fight between Harry Armstrong and Matthew Smith left Armstrong with a head wound and both men hospitalized after an afternoon melee at Betlows Palle. Details of the incident and condition were scarce.
A city board meeting approved several resolutions including a $700 allocation to the Aldrich Thre ary fund, authorizing a $459,000 tax impairment borrowing, and a plan to move piles and prevent river diking. Also approved were land exchange actions with Aldrich fund trustees, census expenses for school children, and street improvement bets as part of post election spending.
Altionigh gained 0 electorate in the citations of former grary, last evening's event drew nearly 200 attendees in honor of the newly organized Court Whmietta Daughters of Pocahontas. Sachem Peter Beowa opened with a welcome, the grand march followed, and a buffet with sandwiches fruit cake and other items was served until about 10. Great Keeper Wampom WW. W. Busell gave a short address, hall decor featured red white and blue, and Coturn's three piece orchestra provided music for dancing.
Henry Gartison of North Montpelier and Misa Fliza Teootenu eloped and were married by City Clerk James McKay in the city building on Monday afternoon at 1 9. The couple, said to have fled after parental disapproval, drove to Washington after the ceremony and left for an unspecified destination. Additional details about ages and exact towns were unclear in the report.
Barre and Washington county granite plants largely reopen after a three month shutdown. Northfield leads with a bill, Williamstown starts early, and Barre firms plan full crews as tool sharpening and reorganization proceed. Officials note slow startup but expect full operation soon with unions and manufacturers negotiating readmission.
At a St. Albans meeting of granite cutters from the St. Albans Granite Company yesterday afternoon, the vote favored accepting the new agreement. The union says pay may occur any day, but workers insist on Saturday payments only.
The funeral for Eva Stone, a long time resident, was held at St Maron Catholic Church with services led by MecKenna. A small crowd attended, including relatives from Cambridge and Barton. Interment followed at the Catholic cemetery with bearers Bresett Brunell Roberson and others. Wreaths and floral tributes were sent by family and friends.
Amid recent arrivals at the Edelweiss evening and today Manchester and other guests mingle. The crowd includes Torr, Demerritt, J. C Max, Weis, and local figures from Philadelphia.
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