29 Feb 1908
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1908
Page
1
An abortive bombing targeted the Shah of Persia during a procession in Tehran yesterday. The blast killed two people and wounded many as guards and guests were struck near the royal carriage. Police offered little detail while reports named attackers as potential foreigners.
A dynamite tomb was thrown yesterday at a city service meeting but did not detonate. Four people were arrested for complicity amid political tensions. President Alcorta warned the government would suppress subversive or violent movements as opposition actions stirred disruption in the senate and deputies' halls.
A Boston remonstrance signed by about fifty business leaders urges Congress to halt new battleships and push international armament limits. It supports U S leadership by example, opposes expansion of naval power, and lists signers including William Enrlcott, Samuel Capen, James Murray, and others.
News wires report the U S battleship fleet sailing toward Mwh tolima Bay at 1 50 dark after a Barberi salute in honor of President Pardo. A bulletin notes hopeful recovery for Thomen A Pat e in New York and mentions other items including a curious mix of unrelated notes and book ads.
A blaze at Grace Hospital on Chapel Street New Haven trapped seventy five patients many in critical condition. Water hoses and staff moved patients to safety using private carriages and taxis as the fire alarm spread. Hospital superintendent Albangly reported twenty five in serious condition with six typhoid cases and several recent open surgeries. Estimated damage under ten thousand dollars.
At the governor and council meeting extradition papers signed for Paul E Roy, alleged mastermind of George A Clarkins in Newington, to be sent to Washington. Roy is in France with doubts about treaty extension. Attorney General Eastman and County Solicitor note extradition expected, while SHerri Scott of Exeter appointed to secure Roy’s return.
Nive perfectly formed infants were born to Mr. and Mrs. Goons. Three died within an hour after birth. A boy and girl survive. The weight and details note 20 pounds combined at birth. Campbell, a former Navy man, is parent to a family of triplets with two brothers serving under Admirals Brann and Sedley in the Pacific.
A bizarre mishap left a Saipher Work lander blown off a mining coal tea, with a peculiar fall onto two foals. The incident occurred in February near Naritding Mountain, drawing concern from locals.
At Faneuil Hall New England leaders denounce bolters and reactionaries as a threat to the Democratic party. Alexander Troup of New Haven condemns the 1890s era bolters and calls for reform to curb trusts and factionalism. George Fred Willian presided as a constitution draft was started by a regional delegate.
In Frankfort on February 29 former Governor William O Connell Bradley was elected United States senator after a Democratic party ballot. Bradley won with a majority of votes among 196 cast, as Senators McNutt Chartier and Rons Chor supported the party ticket. Speakers declared Bradley the victor with a majority among those present.
Henry Boyd, a farmer known as a local leader, was found in a spring on his farm yesterday afternoon after a struggle with waterlogged grounds. Police report indicate possible suicide in the town of West Charlestown, with lingering questions about motive and circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
Totland February. Edna Ranslow aged about 25, boarded at Charl y Laren’s Park Avenue home. She died of injuries from a streetcar accident weeks earlier. Survived by parents Mr. and Mrs. Ranslow of Norwich, and sisters Mrs. Trevin of Novelneh and Mrs. Ezra Weed of Clarendon Springs. Funeral held at 2:50 PM at the Methodist Church.
A limited OCR reading shows the appropriation for Northvield moving forward in the fall session. The proposal includes funding for a public building at Northeast and for the weather bureau activities while other items remain unclear due to text garbling.
Clipped report from February 14 notes police in Cher Rent district arresting about 125 alleged gamblers. Details are scarce due to poor OCR, but the briefing mentions streets and a patrol action with warnings and ongoing investigations.
A Feb fire at the Kurn Hattin home in Westminster caused about 20009 dollars in losses. The old dormitories and kitchen were damaged while the new school building across the lot remained under construction. Volunteers saved some furnishings. two boys were sheltered by village residents as trustees discuss rebuilding funded by donations and a slated meeting to set terms for repairs.
In a federal court action before the Rutland jury the plaintiff sought $16,000 for injuries from an obstructed walk on October 7, 1906. The defendant faced damages for recovery of $500 but the jury awarded only $600 after deliberation, with the case closing in a ten-day afternoon session.
A Barre city official condemns the license law and its impact on taxpayers, arguing the city bears costs for licens ing, enforcement, and potential social harm. He cites annual liquor costs, estimates revenue losses, and laments the moral and financial burden on households. The speech contrasts prohibition era norms with current practice, urging restraint and fiscal accountability.
Conference committees of granite cutters and manufacturers fail to renew a three year pact renin shift risk. Meetings by various unions in the city and Uraniteville weigh new offers while the manufacturers’ association reviews reports and potential actions. A possible lockout or strike looms if no agreement is reached, with work suspended briefly.
A joint meeting of the cat sharpeners and polishers with tobel by opera house on Saturday afternoon February 20. Per order A M Smith Janes and W O G Pirie.
A manhunt led officers to Lyndon and then Woodaville where Deputy Lyndon located the actual suspect exhausted after a 24 hour run. The prisoner, tumbled by deputy Winch then delivered to Sheriff Tavis, is reported to be in fair condition with internal injuries.
The event celebrated Mrs Stevens birthday with remarks by Miss Anna Gordon and a brief address from a vice president at the national Walon. A one month leave of absence for Ir. Wirs. Juwmph Auld from Burlington was noted, along with a report of a weigh in for a White Wyandott hen. The symposium on currency reform discussed new ideas for the merchant industry with Franklin W. Rijorr and others attending.
The Rev Mr Beatty and Mrs Beatty resign from St Matthews Church after seven years. Vestry records express gratitude and best wishes as Beattie family heads to Valleyfield for a period while Mrs Beatty’s relatives help, and Beattie joins another Diocean post.
City officials including the mayor and treasurer authorize a 20000 dollar loan to Hyde Park Trust, at 4.75 percent. The note will run until August 1, with tax revenue earmarked to service the debt.
A chaotic street incident shows two horses colliding as a rider loses balance. Spectators describe one horse pinning the rider against a wall while the other drops to its knee on a soft surface. The rider appears uninjured though shaken, with nearby witnesses noting the event near South Mui Street.
The Montpelier baseball group plans a surplus draw tonight with Lonignt and Dowy noted as key participants. Officials expect the Barro Montpelier loan to be cleared and funds to be available in the bank, with prize drawings announced for the evening.
Local notes on last year's two no wards show a net loss of nine votes while yes majorities shifted little. The 1907 ward results, ward officers, clerks, inspectors, and list of names are recorded as preparation for a liquor question vote. Sixty taxpayers were kept off the list for nonpayment of tax.
A new company led by E B Deavitt and others forms to secure and develop the estate of Col FE Smith former Vermont Mutual Life president. The Union Block Co is capitalized at 34000 under Vermont law to collect all property left by Col Smith, with aims for sale and improvement amid estate settlement.
Inspection of the Canton Vinton 39 Patriarch Militant troop at Odd Fellows ball concluded satisfactorily last night. Members attended a banquet as officers and dignitaries noted the orderly conduct and discipline of the company during the review.
In Barre tonight a teaser listing shows a program featuring Couch TM Teeetocim pictures at 40 Main Street. The fragment suggests a city event or screening but details are incomplete and the venue timing is unclear.
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