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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1908
Page
2
A petition led by clergymen including Jelip Henry Potter of New York opposed a Navy program to spend over 100,000,000 for four battleships. The petition urged limiting the program and sought a favorable report on a related judges retirement bill. Washington, D. C., February 23.
The House committee on interstate and foreign commerce yesterday voted to favorably report the lifesaving service bill. The measure follows President Roosevelt's suggestion and aligns with recommendations in a recent message to Congress.
A report favored by the Senate Judiciary Committee on a retirement measure for a veteran court official, proposing retirement at age seventy after service. The item notes the subject’s connection to Senator Knox and mentions supportive committee action.
The House yesterday saw Speaker Cannon overrule its Rules Committee amid surprise. Dalvell of Pennaytyaria reported a reform for a prospective investigation into the street of peckage in the emuthern water, with the effort being mot priv and the speak: ce hbeisland tim. William of Mis dlmippl pressed for Graemire Geunimeans con went for the coneidepation of tiv rewdlus tiun, but at the 9xi of Me, Dal wall, I was recommitted.
Senator Gallinger spoke on the parenge of the ocean wal mihaidy yesterday. He argued the avrohant party had sited advantages for the evmniveral interests of the United States to better mall Pordulies in South America and other ports are established.
Gompera urges Patt unit bill as Veoh and a delegation press for the Pearres bill amid protests and a large crowd in the capital. The event followed a carrier reading in Washington and drew attention to legislative action on civil rights measures.
An era of widespread grip and fevers prompts ads praising Hood's Sarsaparilla as a preventive and household remedy. The ad touts Hood Company of Lowell Massachusetts and its liquid or tablet Sarentales, priced at one dollar, as a general health aid amid the epidemic.
A long-forgotten bundle of securities and bonds linked to Mine. Foche in Khaka Wenn is unearthed from a derelict property. The May 1805 envelopes and coupons suggest substantial funds, to pass to heirs if she dies, else to the owners of the old mansion.
New York Poh 25 Janeel for Porter W Voorhees former governor of New York is indicted on perjury charges. The case was before Judge Bowing yesterday who granted the right to withdraw the plea within a week. The charges relate to reports made to the state insurance department years ago involving the Bankers Life Thsiraner company.
February report from St Johnsbury outlines basketball plan details. Nickaby named secretary treasurer, WF Wood elected. The club aims to raise about 2400 dollars this year with a focus on organization and fundraising activities.
Fragmented OCR record notes English remarks on cabloet governance in Britain, stating Parliament members lack special rights and privileges. It mentions busy marketing Saturdays in London, and a terripin at the Carlton hotel amusing readers with a nickname for an American visitor.
The text laments people who do nothing well except boast and mock others. It notes the vanity of some and the annoyance caused by those who pretend they are wiser or stronger. A fragmentary critique reflects social judgments from the Archiaon Globe.
A garbled essay blends editorials on Japan and Wall Street with stray notes from Chicago and Philadelphia. Fragments recount Bulge of opinions, a distant burial tale, and scattered references to towns, emigrants, and a town drunkard, all stitched into a hazy, controversial collage.
Secretary Taft urges foreign vessels to serve the Philippines and advocates a three year carrier law approach. The issue centers on American shipping growth, potential subsidies, and removing trade barriers to boost commerce as Congress considers policy shifts.
Washington reports Representative Lilley of Ohio faces formal charges as the House rules committee reviews allegations tied to a probe. The investigation centers on electrical workers and alleged corruption, with Lilley invited to submit a brief covering the accusations.
Professor Bourne, esteemed historian at Yale University New Haven Conn, died after a sudden illness. The veteran scholar, noted for his prolific historical writings, mentored students and contributed to the field, with Evelyn and others mourning his loss and reflecting on his impact on Yale and broader academic circles.
New York dispatch reports Taft supporters claim the Republican national committee backs him with a broad nationwide network. Delegates tally about 2006 southern delegates and around 300 in New England, leaving roughly 160 to be won by allies. The plan hinges on securing enough delegates to avoid a convention crisis and preserve the nomination’s prestige.
Fragments report Governor John A. Johnson of Minnesota stating he will not seek a third term or any other office. The message emphasizes he has not been urged to run for the presidency and urges proper channels for any future inquiry.
Reported in Bridgeport on a recent night an alleged attempt to sink a torpedo boat submarine Lake was foiled. Water was admitted through four valves before the crew could act, with Pinkerton and detectives investigating. No insurance details given and Mr Lake declined further comment.
New York police officer William Sehowr and brothers are implicated in a robbery at 159 Uanooeie wire involving Dr. Hetwin Y. Randall. The officer reportedly followed leads and arrested six youths, while one suspect, Anthony Scheer, is linked to the alleged crime. The case centers on property valued at a substantial sum and the involvement of lawmen in the investigation.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a garbled note about a signature or legal matter. No clear people places or organizations are readable. The text is too garbled to extract a coherent incident or outcome for a proper summary.
Belgium again stirred over the Longo matter as Leopold seeks a special fund under his control. A fell 25-tie under diplomatic directives due to pressure from other powers. France has abandoned fortification plans while Wanda stands and an entente Greek pact would maintain the status quo in the Baltic.
Brussels reports the Congo annexation dispute再new tensions as King Leopold demands control of a $50 million special fund for projects, resisting Belgian government oversight. Premier and king exchange claims but no settlement yet. a ministerial crisis denial follows.
Asquith would take over the Imperialist cabinet, replacing Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman, in a pivotal shift if he resumes leadership. The health of Sir Henry slows, but a return to active leadership is hoped, shaping cabinet policy and party power.
Pekin reports mounting tension as three provinces summon officials to discuss Manchuria. Tokyo warns of possible warlike shifts while China, Japan, and Russia test borders over railroad extensions and municipal control.
Dr Emil G Hirst warned at Sunai Temple that a Teutonic program has rooted itself in Germany and that true Germans are defined by military strength. He claimed the dangerous creed spreads to America, urging against nativist slogans and arguing liberty was born in America through shared ideals. He cited Washington and Lincoln as enduring examples and warned nations not to forget them.
New York Feb 25 Rumors about Heinrich Greried’s resignation from the Metropolitan Opera House provoke gossip among leaders. Persistent talk notes Kurigo Daruen might join Hammerstein’s team next winter if he exits Comried’s contract. The retirement of Quinied could end that contract, while Emma Eanes and Mme Kames are named as possible signatories in the strained negotiations.
Chicago February 25 Roy John A Warl invites tables at Belden Avenue Baptist Church for a new Sunday nursery service. The preacher Reverend Earl leads a Sunday plan to accommodate up to thirty babies with provisions and quiet during sermons. One parish room is fitted as a nursery overseen by forty young women.
Chicago February 25 Mrs Mery Adelaide Yerkes widow of Charles T Yerkes plans to devote part of her 314 000 estate to a new hospital in Chicago The incomplete plan envisages erecting at least one wing during her lifetime with the remainder funded by her will to support the institution.
A fragmented report discusses a controversial medical product dubbed to cure catarrh without drugs. It cites widespread popularity, claims of safety and success, and last year's larger audiences while warning that no proven evidence supports efficacy and urging caution among readers.
The Supreme Court in an opinion by Justice Day decides the case of White-Smith Music Publishing Company versus Apollo Company over whether copyrighted music is protected when reproduced on perforated paper for pianolas. The court holds that perforated sheets cannot be read or used with the machine, thus not a copyright violation.
In Rome on February 25, over 100 senators composing the high court weighing the case of former public instruction minister Nunni Nasi are confined in the Palazo Madama. The court members are isolated with guards watching all entry and exit as deliberations continue to determine the state treasury embedment charges.
A chaotic, garbled report notes a meeting between employer and employee representatives in Tyne City regarding a possible strike settlement. The disjointed text references a special watering of allied syndicates and a tense exchange at the gathering, with unclear specifics.
The piece describes a surge of public interest in a man named Cooper from Dayton who claims to cure stomach, rheumatic, kidney, and liver ailments with a single application. Chicago crowds flock to his preparations as druggists sell large quantities and charitable work reportedly spreads fortune among the poor. The report notes doctors’ skepticism but acknowledges apparent benefits to some patients.
Philip J. Britt for Charles W Morse asked Justice Dowling to inspect minutes of the special grand jury which renewed two indictments for oil tar evens. Yesterday set for Morse to plead further or withdraw plea. he neither changed nor withdrew. Trial date to be fixed.
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