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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1909

Page

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Union Funds Missing In Brockton Case

Edward F. Brady of Brockton Massachusetts, former treasurer of the Boot and Shoe Stitchers Union, pleads not guilty to grand larceny charges for stealing 1490 dollars from union funds while treasurer. He is held for the June grand jury term with bond set at 2000 dollars amid alleged speculative losses.

Hward Brady Brockton, Mass Boot & Shoe Stitchery’ Union Brockton Mass Edward F. Brady Boot and Stitchers Teached Ums

Customs Office Changes Hit Burlington After Death

Collector Charles H. Darling received Washington confirmation of appointments to fill vacancies after the death of Frank C. Clarke. W. Smith moves from Alburgh to the Burlington post, Winkild W. Stiles shifts duties, and Noyan Juno takes over. Seiden Caldwell of Biase nets an occasional promotion as vacancies adjust the staff.

Burlington Feo Charles H. Darling Washington Frank C. Clarke W. Smith Alburgh Aac Winkild W. Stiles Soem Noyan Juno Smith George Stiles Seiden Caldwell Biase

Mohawk Runs Aground Near Ward's Inland

United States revenue cutter Mohawk bound from New London to Tompkinsville ran on rocks in Hell Gute known as Little Hogdeck. Several tugs brought to aid as bow rested on sharp rocks with fear of a hole in the hull.

New York United States Mohawk New London Tompkinsville Hell Gute Ward Hogdeck Seeraria Te Et Forte

Butterine Plant Fire Noted at Union Stock Yards

A major blaze at the Swift Butterine plant within the Union Stock Yards area in Chicago threatens the facility. Fire crews battle flames as the loss is estimated around 75000 dollars.

Union Stock Yards Swift Plant Chicago Swift Butterine Thea Union Stock Yards

Bryan Denounces Legislators Before Indiana Senate Address

Indiana dispatch notes William Jennings Bryan condemning certain legislators in a Feb. 27 speech to the legislature. He bitterly denounces plots that defeated William Kern for the U S Senate, praising cooperation with Oregon and Nevada rivals in the political fight.

Indianapolis Ind J. Bryan W. Kern United States Senate

Fire destroys six story plant on Cherry Street

Philadelphia Feb 27 Fire gutted a six story factory occupied by the Paxson Coreform Co on Cherry Street. Three firemen were badly overcome by smoke and sent to hospital. Loss estimated at 500000.

Philadelphia Paxon Corform Co Cherry Street

Earthquake Strikes Palms Calabria Walls Collapse

Naples reports another violent quake hit Palms Calabria. Walls that had stood since December 28 fell, with no full casualty details available. Local authorities urge caution as tremors disrupt daily life and assess damage.

Calabria Naples Palms

President-elect Tait heads to Washington after New York visit

President-elect Tait departed New York at 5:45 this morning for Washington expressing satisfaction with the trip. He noted confidence in the national agenda and readiness to engage early in the capital as he transitions toward the incoming administration.

Tait New York New Feb Elert Tait

Fence Lecture Draws East Barre Them to Howe Hall

East Barre residents are invited to a fence lecture at Howe Hall this evening. The event aims to inform attendees about fence construction and maintenance. Organizers report a modest budget of around $400 for materials and a few dollars more for incidental costs.

Howe Hall East Karre

Man seeks freedom from Providence jail

George R. McAdalan of Wurlington VI held in Cranston jail on $35,000 bail in a civil Superior Court case petitions to be discharged from arrest. A hearing was set by Judge Tenner for Monday to review the writ. The petition challenges the affidavit and alleges lack of factual support for the decree, citing procedural concerns.

Providence George R. McAdalan Wurlington Cranston Superior Court Tenner McAns Asia

Springfield man wounded after murder attempt and divorce claim

Robert A. Glynn, aged North Springfield man, allegedly shot his wife Thursday then killed himself. He is recovering in hospital as legal proceedings unfold. Glynn’s wife filed for divorce on grounds of cruel treatment, with custody and estate issues tied to John McAuston.

Glynn Refuss Springfield Robert A. Glynn North Springfield Anahusisean Burlingtons John McAustan Woodstock Priston

Sunday Revival Scene Ends In Assault On Billy Sunday

The Rev William A Sunday faced a violent interruption at a religious revival attended by about 8000. A man named Sherman Potts attacked Sunday with a bullwhip, striking him several times before Potts was restrained and later jailed as police arrived.

William A. Sunday Billy Sherman Potts

City Committee Divided Over Judge Nomination

In St Johnsbury on February 27 the city committee split three to three on City Judge candidates H W Scott and Frank J. Martin. They left the decision to the attorneys. The funeral for Lissie Robin ivon Brown widow of Edward I Brown, a longtime merchant, will be Monday at 2:30 p.m. Rev G W C Bill to officiate. Brown, who had four children, married in 187? to Capt John Clark of Lanesburg. A Montpelier effort seeks Governor Prouty to appoint Fred P Carleton to the post, citing familiarity with the former administrator’s routine.

St, Johnsbury Lissie Robin Ivon Brown Edward I’. Brown Hare G. W. C. Bill Washington County H.W. Scott Frank J. Martin Montlier Prouty Fred P. Carleton Montpelier Hiram Carleton

Conscience-Ss uJcken letter mystery at Haven

In Fair Haven on February 27 retired taproom owner R E Lloyd, once in business over 50 years, received a strange unsigned letter with a $4.50 due note from an unnamed former customer. The postmark was unreadable and the sender’s identity remains unknown. Lloyd paid a penny postage due to retrieve the missive.

Fair Haven R. EK. Lloyd Converence Cstomers Lloyd Folwa Noglect

Fire to Conceal Murder Ends Widow and Four Children

In Tinkernfield California a widow Mrs M W Bekman and her four children were found dead inside a burning home seven miles from town. Firefighters discovered remains after neighbors reported smoke and smoke lifting from the dwelling. Authorities believe the blaze was started to hide a murder plan.

Tinkernfield Cal M. W. Bekman Josttein

Saloon crime link shown in early 1900s data

The article cites decades of estimates from Birmingham Alabama and other cities, asserting a strong link between saloons and crime. It notes increases in arrests and prison populations during peak license years and cites figures from 1909 and earlier periods to support the claim.

Dirmingham Ala Birmingham Jefcounties Bieter Fia

Child dies after mill accident in Heartwellville

Six year old Myrtle Sprague died from injuries after being caught on a machinery shaft at the M. D. Hicks mill in Heartwellville. Foreman Alfred [name unclear] Hicks aided in extricating her. the skull and bones were fractured and other injuries noted. The incident occurred yesterday afternoon and was reported from Demingie on February 27.

Married in Plainfield United in Woollock

Harriet Wheelock and Earl Kiser of Montpelier united in marriage in Plainfield. The ceremony took place February 2. The couple will reside in Acostgatoe.

Harriet Wheelock Earl Kiser Montpelier Woollock Plainfield Harriet ‘Wheelock Barl Re Er. Perrin Sm Pheer Acostgatoe

Entertainment event at Universalist church vestry

The Ladies Union directs an evening program in the Universalist church vestry on Tuesday evening March 2 starting at 7:30. Tickets are 20 cents for adults and 16 cents for children. The program features performers including Miss Minion Page and the Misses Le, Nel, Purvee, Eastman, and Richardson, among others. There is also a curr show and supper.

Ladies’ Union Universalist Church Tuea Rao Dant Mion Boataing Minion Page Kiay Yee Hai Fa le Jessie Nel Mercer Folreigh John Eastman Jennis Clara Purvee Warren Richanison

Burlington High School Basketball Feud Ends With Referee Forfeiture

Burlington High School defeated Goddard Seminary 10 to 6 in a fast game marred by a dispute over a counted basket. Referee Ray Worthen forfeited the match to Goddard after Burlington contested an out of bounds call and time not stopped during the second half wrangle.

Goddard Seminary Burlington Ray Worthan Goddart Hurlington Wal Goddard Bine Pare Ras Oppemanta Brad Godiard Worthen Goddard Becaue B. H

Gloversville Triumph Over Co D in Pecuanshic League

Gloversville N C defeated Co D of St Johnsbury 22 to 12 in Pecuanshic League game at Mont Armory. Standouts include Davey Cunningham Watcher and Williamson with multiple goals as Gloversville earned a clear victory.

Yrernvilly St. Johnsbury Montpelier Gloversville N. C Co. D Mont ‘Armory New Jerery Davey Tf Cunningham E Watcher Wateher Williamson Matthier Beere Gloverayville Foot Disney Matehier Facaoan Matthew Ia Ieee Yey Brennan Fernter Wud Alden

Tea event at Congregational church hosts 126 attendees

The Ladies Aid society hosted a Japanese tea in the vestry last evening, featuring Miss Mary Ide of St. John aboard and lecture on Japan. Miss Ide, with rich knowledge from residence there, joined by Miss Tle, offered insights while Japanese embroidery and attire were demonstrated by three girls Nelalie Palllipe, Tors jothy Nute and Florence.

Ladies’ Aid Society Congregational Church Indies Mary Ide St. Johndary Japan Tle Eternae Tide Jand Fenlte Nelalie Palllipe Tors Jothy Nute Florence

Hardwick Woman Annie Grace Pardoned Amid Illness

Mrs Annie Grace of Hardwick, ill with consumption, was pardoned by Governor Prouty following a petition from Hardwick citizens. She had been arrested in a large town raid, with her incarceration noted as she gave birth in jail to a child while imprisoned. Her husband, also arrested, has since been released on probation.

St. Johnsbury Hardwick Prouty Annie Grace Mrn Crnee Caledonia County Croce James M. Ewen Wil Bar Douglas Barclay William Miles Ile Elmwood Cemetery Wm. Grant Duthie Clari J’ Jas Robertson Battista Polli Louie Colombe John Forbes John Murcer John Ee Grace Wood Bataan Wilkes Robertson J. Guidotto Mike Grace Barclay Ube Josnna Parton Woos! Oval Alloy *Etertear Mim Fm- Poe Mr. Bogua Becca Pratense

Lily White Town Gives Up Liquor

St Johnsbury Feb 27 State's Attorney Simonds and Sheriff Winch with officers conducted a raid. In court this morning Mrs William Brennan William Brennan Jr Fred Perrette Levi Kelley Fred Lenore Joseph Lenore and Charles Stenson were arraigned. Stenson runs a meat market. Several were sentenced to jail and bail set. Twelve warrants remain outstanding and about thirty witnesses were summoned. The raid yielded Jamalen Ginger labeled alcohol and twenty quart bottles of alcohol a 12 gallon jug of whiskey and two 2 quart jugs of whiskey.

St. Johnsbury Simonds Winch William Brennan William Brennan, Jr Fred Pernette Levi Kelley Fred Lenere Joseph Lénere Charles Stenvon Miomba Bernette Kelley Fred Lenore Fenly Stenson’s

Preedom's Probation Break Sparks Re-imposed Sentence

Edward Preedom, convicted in Montpelier city court of non support of his wife, failed to keep daily work requirements on probation. He was brought before the court by Probation Officer Thomas and ordered to serve his three day sentence, effective immediately.

Edward Preedom Montpelier City Thomas

Hardwick Man Taken to Federal Seat

Lynn Puller, 26, formerly in St. Johnsbury county jail since December for alleged obscene literature, was moved to a federal facility amid ongoing pending charges.

Heriwick Lynn Puller St St. Johnsbury

Busy Ninth Annual Granite Firm Ball At Woodmen Hall

A large crowd attended the ninth annual gathering of Barclay Brothers granite firm employees at Woodmen’s Hall. The event featured speeches fromDouglas and William Barclay, tributes to late founder Wil Bar, patriotic decor, and musical performances as the company celebrated its memory and camaraderie with 300 plus attendees.

Turing Barclay Brothers Woodrmen's Eimson

Vermont State Bowling Champion Crowned by One Game

The Barre team won the Vermont state bowling championship on the Burlington alleys last night, narrowly beating the Calumets who were short-handed. The final standings list Barre ahead of Calumet, with Lynwoods, Queen City, and others in close pursuit. Kennedy led second averages at 186 with a 1,072 high five, as finalists prepare for the national tournament in May.

Barre Vermont Calumets Burlington Alley Tha Douglas Harry Outen John Wraser Calumet Lynwoods Hthans Ave Allena Aleo Aap Oenen Oe Ata Ie Sehnens Wigan Ethanes Analler Ethana Queen City Lynnouls Capitals Montler Neon Citys Allens Barra Queen Gira Carthy Burlington Wold Kennedy Kennedy McCarty Ork Pana Montpelier

Graniteville Notice Reads Like Fragmented Local Item

Fragmented OCR text from Graniteville appears as a partial notice with unclear details. Core elements or names are unreadable, leaving the exact action, parties, and deadlines difficult to determine from this snippet.

Funeral Held For Inte Leon El Cole Of Hooker Co

Large attendance at the Universalist church for the funeral of Inte Leon El Cole of B. W. Hooker and Co. A brief lodge tribute was given by Dytilay Vincilla lodge, of which Cole was a member. Bearers included Pearl M, William Duthie, Watt, Charles O. Kenyes and H. Rogers. Interment followed in the cemetery.

Leon EL Cole B. W. Hooker& Co Universalist Church Pie Tolge Dythlay Vincilla Lodge Colewan Barre Merchanta Oi Alw Pearl M William Duthie I. Y D

Not Opposed to Changing River Orchestra Fragments

Fragmented OCR text mentions Gilbertzan's orchestra and assorted names like Janey M Frets and John Watt. The readable portion hints at a musical event or performance with unclear context and numerous garbled phrases.

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