Thaw Trial Advances as Juror Picked and Fines Issued
The Thaw murder trial resumes at 10:20 am with nine jurors examined at the Tombs. Harry K Thaw enters court with a springy step while attorney Peabody confers amid overnight revelations. several veniremen fined 250 dollars for missed summons.
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New York
Harry K. Thaw
Stanford White
Cmt
Sntoker
Thaw
Peabody
Tombs
Van
Talesmen
William TH. Roberts
Washington Street
Manhattan
Josiah Thaw
Evelyn
Charlie E. Gremmells
John KH. Matchett
Clgar
Pore B. Morewood
Floyd §. Sanford
Arthur P. Naething
Mawice Bouvier
Gee W. Carey
William I. Roberts
James B. Conway
William E. Brewer
Monte Royal Returns After Prolonged Delay At Sea
Queenstown Ireland Jan 7 The Canadian Pacific steamship Monte Royal with 105 passengers and 100 crew reentered harbor after a Christmas day bellows accident slowed her voyage from Antwerp to St John NB. Heavy weather and engine trouble forced a diversion to Limerick and later men recovered hope when a vessel resembling the Monte Royal was sighted west of Nastnet Light.
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Queenstown
Ireland
Canadian Pacific
Monte Royal
Eash
Antwerp
St. John
J. B
Sayes
Lige
Inmenstown
Mount Royal
Nastnet Light
Mahan murder trial hearing continues for child’s mind
In Bennington on January 7 a short session opened with defense witnesses. Dr D A Gheason, a North Bennington physician, testified the five year old boy could have ordinary intelligence and noted no injury on the boy’s mind. Eva Rockwood, the child’s former teacher, testified the boy never learned to read beyond a first reader and could not write his thoughts clearly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bennington
Jon
Mahan
R. D. A. Gheason
Granite workers seek wage raise in pending agreement
In New Hampshire on January 7, granite cutters announce a request for wage increases as the current collective agreement nears expiration in May. They propose raising the hourly wage to 40 cents and seek holidays and summer provisions not included in the present terms.
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Mm. N. H
Pugilist Dixon Died A Mere Wreck
New York reports the legendary featherweight George Dixon died in Bellevue Hospital after a long struggle with alcohol. Once champion from 1896, Dixon fought hundreds of bouts and earned large sums, living among convivial companions. His passing leaves a void in boxing history as crowds gathered at Longacre Athletic Club to pay last respects.
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New York
Dan
Perents
Fxon
Tittle Chocolate
Ierday
Elcoholic
Huttles
Nomid Johnson
Halifax
N.S
Terry Mottovern
Hin
Isely
Cal McCarthy
Dixon
Bellevue Hospital
Jake Farleycorn
John J. Sullivan
Wis
Longacre Athletic Club
Alter
Vermont Law Upheld by U S Supreme Court
The U S Supreme Court upheld a Vermont law requiring corporations doing business in the state to reveal accounts and records bearing on aid given or received. Consolidated Rendering was fined $3,000 for contempt after refusing to show books to the Chittenden County grand jury. Justice Peek min delivered the opinion.
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Washington, D. C
Supreme Court of the
Unite States
Vermont
Grand Jury
Chittenden County
Cutler Defeats Hoppe in Balk Line Billiards Match
Albert G. Cutler of Boston defeated Willie Hoppe 400 to 249 in an 18.2 balk line billiards game at Allie academy. Cutler led from the start and built a steady, precise performance as Hoppe faltered with several mis shots and overdrawing.
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Philadelphia
Albert G. Cutler
Boston
Willie Hoppe
Wicerd
Oun
Allie Academy
Cutler
Hoppe
Tory
Chanpe
Thie Fong
Ram Hoppe
New Graft Charges Brought Against Prominent Officials
Harrisburg reports indictments charging architect Joseph M. Huston contractor John Henderson and Congressman Cassel with conspiracy to cheat the state in Capitol construction. They face multiple counts of obtaining money under false pretenses as authorities prepare to bring them to formal arraignments.
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Harrisburg
Pataw
Joseph M. Huston
John Henderson
Turd Cassel
Ponnsyivania Construction Co
Eviction Warrants Issued Against 500 Tenants in Strike
New York on January 7 Justice Sanders in municipal court issued over five hundred warrants to evict tenants who took part in the strike for lower rents. Evictions are to be served by marshals every two weeks. The strike area reports fifty-one houses affected and ongoing demonstrations as the East Side district reacts to the dispute.
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New York
800 Birds on Exhibition Opens in Vermont Poultry Show
The Central Vermont Poultry and Pet Stock Association opens its second annual show at Hale's pavilion in Vermont, boasting about 400 birds and many turkeys and rabbits. Judges include A C Hawkins, ED Shore, and Dr C W Cooledge as premier exhibitors say the exhibit tops last year with strong New England and New York attendance and prizes expected to be awarded tomorrow.
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Central Vermont Poultry and Pet Stock Association
Hale's
Vermont
Sanny Fanceye
Latyes
A. C. Hawkins
Lancaster
Mass
ED. P. Shore
Fall River
C. W. Cooledge
Bristol
N. HS
New England
New York
Forgiving Young Man Found A Death By Own Action
New York January 7 A young man believed to be Th. Grey Duberly a Canadian official was found dead in his hotel room from likely narcotic poison. Six letters to his father Karl Grey governor general of Canada and to the Hermitage manager revealed a plea for forgiveness and accusations of mistreatment. Dolwly arrived on Sunday evening and the letter to his father claimed we shall be no more and condemned his father for his mother’s death.
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New York
Th. Grey Duberly
James Grey Duberly
Cam Nons
West Castle Yarmouth
England
Hermitage Hotel
Karl Grey
Canada
Hermitage
Grey Duberly
de Cannons
West Came
Englews
Ottawa
Grey Dubeely
Dolwly
Dauber Iv
Gil
Postmaster General Bars Liquor Transport on Mail Routes
Washington Jan 7 Postmaster General Meyer issues a directive restricting carriers on star routes and special routes from transporting intoxicants between points during mail service. The order signals a tightening aimed at supporting the prohibition movement and altering contracting conditions for mail carriers.
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Washington, D.C
Postendeter
Meyer
Night Riders Torch Tobacco Warehouse and Post Office
In Cailielo Kentucky on Dan 27 night riders burned the tobacco ware house the post office and Peters Tree near Hostel at Sherburne Wayl. The attackers fled as they set the fire and looted tobacco pounds. Residents urge the government to deploy troops for guard and order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cailielo
Dan
Sherburne
Tolarco
Samuel Fessenden Dies Noted Connecticut Politician
Samuel Fessenden, famed Connecticut political figure, died today in Stamford. He served as secretary of the national committee and held prominent roles in state and national politics, shaping policy during his career.
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Connecticut
Stamford
Toxley
Fhaesepten Nationalommunitiee Dugiog Sages
Tisine
Caledonia County Court Keeps Case Over Water Board Fight
The December term of Caledonia county court adjourned with Jules Waterman staying a few days. The state board of health sues the village of Hartford and trustees demanding cessation of water use for drinking. Harry D. Blodgett and W. May file demurrers citing notice issues and constitutional questions. The case heads to further hearings and likely to the supreme court on questions of law.
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St. Johnsbury
Caledonia
Jules Waterman
J. Isham
Mortaville
Hairdyick
Harry Dldgett
Blodgett
Wlisha May
State Board of Wealth
Supreme Court
Two Large Fires in Boston Last Night
Roaton Jan 7 Boston suffered two heavy fires last night. The first at Ole Suffolk Coal yards ononder street spread to lumber yards of OT Me ten company and P. S. Tagerts company, with damage labeled at 150000 dollars. The second blaze at one of John McNeeny on Meridian Street caused a loss of 100000 dollars.
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Roaton
Boston
Ole Suffolk Coal Company
Onder Street
OT Meten Company
P. 8. Tagerts Company
John McNeeny
Meridian Street
Prosecution Threat After Dog Incident In Newfane Ward
Firatilaborp Jan F Roewell L Frost travels from Newfane to investigate reports of dogs troubling the Wardin James Underwood and others. Dogs at Grant brothers and Charles Goodenough properties are named, with threats of killing the animals if trouble continues. Prosecution is threatened if deer chasing resumes.
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Prost
Frost
Goodenough
Aly
Joint Meeting Opens Vermont Forevery and Maple Smokers
The Vermont Forevery association and Vermont Maple Smokers hold joint annual meetings in Rutland starting 1:20 pm. A. J. Croft of Fensburg, president of the cigar makers association, opening remarks and a Vermont maple exhibit at Jamestown exposition. W. W. Holden of Northfield speaks on industry needs. Prof. L. R. Jones from Burlington discusses How the Maple Lives. Tomorrow and Thursday the Vermont Dairymen hold meetings with a banquet honoring Gov. Proctor and Lieut. Gov. Prouty.
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Rutland
Jin. T
Vermont Forevery Association
Foresters
Vermont
Mession
A. J. Croft
Fensburg
Sigar Makere Association
W. W. Holden
Northfield
L. R. Jones
Coe of Vermont
Burlington
Vermont Dairymen
Proctor
Gov. Prouty
Rutland Health Officer Probes Firemen Neglect Actions
Rutland City Health Officer reports uncovering neglect in three shops amid a push to enforce health ordinances. A surprise ward meeting challenged the fire committee over payrolls and personnel losses, with claims of injury and sickness among workers. Alderman Farrar will review the case.
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Rutland
Jan
Rutlandity Council
CFP
Rall
Cfierr
Warrar Chase
Gremen
Tie City
Farrar
Wallace Dress Charged With Furnishing Liquor
Wallace Dress appeared before Justice of the Peace N.M. Poeterly in Montgomery on January 7 charged with furnishing liquor illegally. He was held for the county court at the March term under bond of SW. No evidence supported the alleged intent. Duffy was fined five for?tion, and a minor was released.
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Montgomery
Wallace Dresssett
Atraigmel
Pearce
War on dogs and other complaints at Barre council
Barre city council discussed a push to collar dogs with owners’ names and license numbers amid threats of a dog war. Aldermen urged police to enforce leash laws while addressing post office gate delays, heating issues, and Tremont Street land agreements tied to ex mayor Hersey.
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Burre
Barre
Lata
Ladd
1D Dhan Bn
Post Department
Police Department
Rand
Iocatee
Etreel4
War
Mayvor Hersey
Trapiont Street
Hersey
Tremont Street
Te Hpeira
AB. Averill
Tremont
Park Streets
Averlil
Verney
Heresy
East Street
Vermont Telephone and Telegraph Company
Hheary
Bruce
James Abern
Bagel
En Esos
Campbell's Board Denied Liability for City Bill
Campbell, promoter of U. S. Quarries and Granite Construction, denies Barre city liable for two months of January costs. Officials say they were unaware Vermont could hold the city. Mayor Robins and City Clerk Mackay dispute Sheriff Tracy’s claim. Mrs Sterling, plaintiff, resides in Barre Town.
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Varre
Vermont
Janes
Campbell
U. S
Falding
Katharlina Sterling
Lero Aml
Mra. Sterling
Cheanut
Barre
Very good increase by Vermont banks
The report of Vermont state bank commissioner L. A. Cobb shows strong gains for savings banks and trust companies for the year ending June 30, 2007. Deposits rose by about 5.24 million dollars, with residents contributing roughly 4.58 million of that increase, and total deposits reaching about 57.44 million.
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L. A. Cobb
Island Pond
Vermont
Vermont Savings Banks and Trust Companies
Groton’s Oldest Resident Passes After Long Illness
Groton Mrs Nelson Whitcher died at her daughter’s home, aged ninety two, the town’s oldest resident. She had recently suffered a hip injury but remained alert despite age. Born Harriet Kastan she was last of five siblings and leaves two daughters Mrs Albert Whitehill and Mrs Abbie Lumsden. Funeral set for Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the church.
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Groton
Jane
Nelson Whitcher
Abbie Womeden
Whiteher
Harriet Kastan
Albert Whitehill
Abbie Lumsden
TL A. Om
Lure
Goddard Seminary Receives $1000 Bequest
Lebanon N H reports that the will of Philena D Davie leaves the bulk of the estate to a Chicago niece and two Nebraska nephews while a line item bequest directs $1000 to Goddard Seminary in Barry Vermont. Attorney A L Chamberlin of the locale is named executor.
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Lebanon
N. Hi
Jon. T
Mire
Philena D. Davie
Chicago
Nebraska
Goddant Seminary
Barry
A. LT. Chamberlin
Maid Douses Burglar With Boiling Water
In Rorington on January 7 a maid at E. C. Mower’s home hurled boiling water at a burglar who had looted the house. The thief fled after being drenched, carrying about $20 and valuables. The maid pursued, warning others who joined the pursuit but the man escaped through the back door.
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Rorington
E. C. Mower
Promis
Annual meeting of state board of pharmacy in Montpelier
The annual gathering of Vermont’s state board of pharmacy occurs today in Montpelier with several candidates for pharmacist certificates present including W F Rout Battlesere W B War ner Vergenes J Bellcote Burlington and DD F Davie Barra hit. Officers to be elected this evening with expectations of reappointing the old board.
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State Board of Pharmacy
Montpelier
Meniere Preent
W. F. Rout
Battlesere
W. BR. Warner
Vergenes
Bellcote
Turlington
DD. F. Davie
Barra
Oficars
Knights of Pythian conference draws large attendance
Report on a state Knights of Pythian committee meeting aiming to boost attendance at a national event. Mentions attendees and organizers with unclear references to places and names, reflecting partial OCR text.
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State Knights of Pythian
Valeur Tees
P. Eatwesrtiona
Montern
W. Teehiawan
Tarton
Finsley
Benes Junction
M. Willey
Sv. Thaker
Granite Mutual Fire Insurance Party Growth Report
The Granite Mutual Fire Insurance Company held its second annual meeting at its Woodward building home office. Growth is rapid with over half a million dollars in business since March 1 1907 and 700 members. Directors include A P Abbott and H W Scott with F G Howland presiding and C N Barber secretary. The company plans to expand agent coverage in Vermont and maintains cautious underwriting.
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Granite Matual Fire Insurance Company
Atwekholders
Dred
Saas
Becine Ae
A. P. Abbott
Battista Athan Pune EL Burke
James Camaap
Harlie FP
Calenthera Oramel J. Dodge
Sheet J. Catve
A. Crown
Albert
A. Sargent
H. William Scott
Charles N. Barber
Unsan
H. W. Socott
T. F. Cave, Jr. G. Rob
Granite Mutual
Elao
Byrre
Towna
Vermont
Woodbuff
Plowland
Ness
Engine Accident Delays Montpelier Transit
Transferring to electrics, the Arthur Tandy engine on the Montpelier line left the station and met a minor mishap near the Jones Brothers plant. A journal from the rear of the engine broke and blocked the track. The train was moving slowly, allowing a quick stop with no severe damage. Passengers continued to Montpelier by electric cars after a delay.
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Arthur Tandy
Eerstier & Wells
Hich
Montpelier
Jones Trothers
Montspelier
Horse Shed Drama at Washington Time-Three
A chaotic scene unfolds as a double team led by a man crashes a gate and drives full tilt into a horse shed area. An impatient driver holds the line while bystanders watch a tense confrontation over the gateway and animals.
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Aes
Washington
Runan
Horns Shed
Horns Shed Territory, Where Mr. Driver Calmly Piroteeda
Ty Hiteh
Public Maple Leaf camp installation invites villagers
In Graniteville a public installation of the Maple Leaf camp is announced with instructions for all pembins and thirk to attend and prevent. A dance will follow featuring International Riddell and Leon M Weed with EB L Williams of the expedtive committee.
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Maple Leaf Camp
Pembins
Thirk
Prevent
International Riddell
Leon M Weed
EB L. Williams
Wre
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Thaw Trial
Royal
Granite
New Hampshire
Mont
Bigelow
Evesting
Pugilist
U.S. Supreme Court
Burlington Rendering Company
State of
Pennsylvania
East Side
Hale
I. Grey Duberly
Bethel
Samuel Fessenden
Border Street
Om Meridian
Game Waten
Newfane
Bressette
Campbell's Board
Goddard Seminary
Philena D. Davis
Lebanon, N. H
Kettle
State Pharmacy Board
Vermont Knights of Pythias
Granite Mutual Fire Insurance Company
Graniteville
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