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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1908
Page
2
The subcommittee advances a currency bill draft amid partisan tension as lawmakers argue over emergency issuance limits, reserve requirements, and a 44 percent monthly tax proposal. Critics fear high charges and security risks while supporters push for swift passage with changes.
In Washington on January 9 the House of Representatives met with the full chamber present as Williams and DeArmond waved recognition. The brief scene moments revealed political gestures as part of ongoing congressional proceedings. Strong entities include Washington and House of Representatives.
The piece warns that drink destroys ambition, friendships, and families, citing that many good men fall prey to alcohol. It advertises a temperance remedy described as harmless and scientific, offering a two form treatment from The Orrine in Washington DC with a money back guarantee and available through Slekert & Wells in Yarne, Vt.
An 19th century ad hawks Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for blood issues and fatigue while a congressional scene follows. Representative DeArmond of Missouri and Minority Leader Williams quarrel over a rule limiting general debate before the House debates a 149 page penal code bill.
Washington Jan 9 Senator Bailey of Texas a member of the Senate finance group criticizes the Aldrich currency bill saying the $260000000 provision is wholly inadequate and unwise He argues that the law should not allow railroad securities to back notes and notes the danger of railroads falling into receivership.
A New England rural delivery scheme begins January 1 with Marsh Vermont as the base. Washington state reports expansion details including the addition of a second arm and extended routes to 84 communities, signaling broader rural mail service rollout.
Washington reports Rep McCall of Massachusetts was named chair of a subcommittee on administration of the customs act and a member of the subcommittee on estimates. The forthcoming showdown centers on tariff revision and the stance of the American Protective Tariff League toward Germany France and broader trade policy.
A British steamer named Britheh etowrahip Kelton Grove sank after a submarine attack near Cape Hatteras in the Norfolk area. Five crewmen were saved, two were picked up, and one seaman reported missing. An attempt to rescue was made at high water.
New York January 9 federal grand jury action implicates copper magnate Heinze in a multi-count indictment. Arrigned on the forty two counts, he pleads not guilty as his counsel seeks to review grand jury proceedings and reserve rights while bond remains set. The case involves alleged over-certifying wrecks and substantial deposits tied to a $600,000 claim, with further testimony and calendar dates pending.
Unclear text reports that Rockefeller agrees to settle a civil suit for 25000 dollars. The article mentions Cleveland, Dan, Sevan and Conole, with references to an attorney and a courthouse setting. Details are fragmented and names are inconsistently presented.
This fragment warns of catarrh dangers and proposes a direct method with an air treatment claimed as the cheapest way to cure nasal membrane issues. The language is garbled but suggests a dubious medical claim and a possibly promotional undertone.
In Worcester on January 9 a 14 year old colored boy, Kav i Clark of 52 Mason Street, stabbed school superintendent John E B Lynch with a jack knife in a school corridor. The wound was painful but not dangerous. Clark was arrested as authorities vow to prosecute fully.
Brooklyn reports the death of Mary Baker G Bay and notes the influence of Christian Science leader Pamella Taonast and close counselors. The article details Bay's illness, the medical care by Dr. Mary De Hoolj Ingram, and followers' hopes, with references to imitators and the leader’s prominence in Christian Science circles.
In Springfield Maas James T. McBride of dersay City is ordered to pay his divorced wife Lavinia McBride. The court directs McBride to cover costs incurred in seating Toemion of the ring and related expenses. The children were taken to Chester Maau by a detective who traced them to the father, who was released after surrendering the evidence.
Night riders conducted a raid around Paris Kentucky cutting telegraph lines to disrupt aid and identify warehouses in Bath and nearby areas. The incident disrupted communications and drawn authorities into a search for those responsible.
London note holders met to decide on a receiver for the Chicago and Great Western railroad to preserve assets. A. B. Stickney and C. H. F. Smith named in U S court action as efforts intensified to obtain court appointment. Judge Sanborn and attorneys prepared filings as sessions continued in Minnesota.
Chicago woolen magnate J H Lasher, already sued for separate maintenance, is accused in a sensational case of bigamy via a spirit marriage to Mrs Belle Seramiin. The suit likens the marriage to a hoax involving Lasher and a spiritualist device claimed to be his dead mother.
Merida authorities investigate the disappearance of 740000 pesos from the Bank of Yucatan in Mexico City reported by subdirector Fernando S rites and ex-cashier Mato Pence. The sum, believed to be in new bank notes, was stolen from a strong safe with two keys, one held by the subdirector and the other by the cashier. The money involved reportedly belonged to prominent Merida figures.
On January 1 a biennial administration change occurred in San Francisco. The union labor leadership, which had dominated city government for three terms, was swept from office as the new regime took over.
Detroit banks adopt cash-only operations following the financial crisis. The change affects daily transactions, with institutions like Detroit’s major banks adjusting to a cash basis system as they restore stability in a fragile economy.
Boston January 9 Burton W Potter of Worcester urged the state board of agriculture to adopt a uniform milk solids standard of 12 percent with 3.0 to 3.5 percent butter fat for all herds. The proposal aims to draft legislation for a statewide standard. officers including Lewis Bileworth and Augustine Clark were reelected as secretary and vice presidents.
Harry Gorton of Cleveland, described as former president of the Tippecanoe Club, died by shooting himself after swallowing. Despondency over health and financial matters is cited as the cause. A widow and two children survive.
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