22 Jan 1910
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1910
Page
1
A passenger train on the Canadian Pacific Railway derailed near Spanish River at Ste. Marie Ontario. Two cars plunged into the river as fire and capsizing caused many deaths. Divers search the river for bodies while crews assess the wreck and missing passengers.
Burlington January 22 midwinter Verment Botanical society annual meeting details from Sudbury to Burlington. Talks by Professors Mersey Middlebury Perkins Vermont university chairmen and other scholars cover plant and bird studies with demonstrations and train travel notes.
A Windsor Vermont retail mercantile company filed suit to block the state tax provisions, alleging they are unconstitutional and would unduly advantage a competitor. The case seeks to prevent the tax from taking effect before March and argue the information requirements violate the act.
Washington DC January 22 government moves in the beef trust case may seek dissolution of the packing company and possible criminal actions against leaders of Armour Swift Nealan Morressy firms amid monopoly claims. The National Packing Company, owned by Swift Morvion and Armour, allegedly fixes cabotage prices on meat and is examined under the Sherman law.
New York January 28 The second inifiet montagaliet PF Augnetun Belnar charged with manipulating Mercantile National Bank funds for private use was quashed by a court upon weak evidence. An official says he will present the case again to another grand jury.
Official report from Montreal lists an accident on the railway toward Minneapolis. A train left the track four miles east of Nairn, the bridge crossing Spanish River failed, several cars plunged into water, a dining car remained attached while a sleeper overturned. Rescue crews and workers rushed to the scene as damage and injuries were reported. Authorities, led by General Superintendent Ye, mobilized large work gangs to clear debris and assess the wreck.
Fragmentary OCR reads as an adoption dispute involving multiple parties and officials but readability is severely compromised with missing names dates and locations. The piece appears to discuss a rejection by authorities of certain demands or proposals connected to a transport or rebroadcast matter, yet key facts are unreadable.
Allegations center on John A Hall treasurer of the Southbridge Bank who is said to have fled with a defalcation near 2100,000. Investigators inspect bank books as accomplices are examined, with belief the loss may reach around one million.
An unclear OCR fragment describes a legal case with a $600 amount and 39 days imprisonment. It mentions a person named Beran Ke Oytehell and a court appearance, asserting a guilty verdict and a short custody period. The text contains numerous garbled words and names, hindering precise identification.
At the Recipe Washington lodge No 1 P and A M a meeting elected officers for the coming year. Senior warden Marty W. Urvent, junior warden Ytrnley Witwot, treasurer Wirrin Moran, secretary N. Mattloon, senior deacon Williane He Git, junior deacon Charlay H Thivawy, junior steward Olivier Be, organist Wilder FL Dear, and other posts filled. After the section of work, the M degree was conferred upon Charles DL Dunemore.
Rough seas and thick weather hindered attempts to salvage the schooner G Hankel off Handkerchief Shoals Chatham on January 22. Captain Staples and his wife were aboard with five crew members as the Monomoy life savers stood by and a revenue cutter assisted. The pine lumber laden vessel, built at Millridge in 1801 and owned by John S Emery & Co of Boston, remained stranded near the shoals after the collision and bad conditions.
Joseph Waleak of West Rutland, who vanished weeks ago after running a bakery for nearly three years, has been located in a New York hospital. Reports say he appeared unsettled and was wandering, with speculation about involvement of at least two men.
New York dispatch reports Tack Johnaco charged with amaniting Norman Pinder a negro. No witnesses were present and the state postponed the case until tomorrow. Johnaco is listed to appear on Monday, possibly to face further action.
Abner McGrath, a Moore River Lumber employee at Dallas Corny, suffered a severe throat injury when a splintered object forced through his neck after a team entered the hospital drive late Thursday afternoon. Surgeons rushed to operate as doctors feared fatal injury.
A prominent repertory troupe visits with a week of performances including a Saturday matinee. New York stars Meserm Whiteaidy and Strang headline with fresh supporting cast. Prices are popular, and advance sales are noted with hometown critics lauding the ensemble's vigor.
In a Clarendon area incident, a 63 year old man named Vandetta was mauled by a dog after a confrontation with a bulldog owned by a local resident, Senorat. An Italian woman intervened with a large club as Vandetta struggled to free himself, the dog fatally injuring him before the assailant released the animal. Police expect to file charges. the owner faces questions as investigators determine if steps will be taken to control the animal.
Woodstock court grants seventeen divorces on grounds including wilful desertion, adultery, intolerable cruelty, and failure to provide. Custody decrees issued in several cases with minors to be cared for by petitioners. Names include Fletcher Sayers Myrtte Curtis East Bamart Pratt, and Alice Curtin, among others.
Olin Merrill of Enesburg folio announced he will not pursue the Vermont governorship. Health concerns influenced the decision after medical advice and several mentions of Fleetwood support across Morrisville and Morrlavitta.
Brattleboro Jan 22 annual meeting of the Valley Fair stockholders and advisory directors elected officers and board. profit reported for the fair 1,573.4 and balance 206.19 in the ledgers. Dr. O Connors, W. Shumway, and others named executive committee. Hooker and Taylor named president and treasurer respectively.
In Burlington Dan Hanson won a mixed style wrestling match at the Armory night event. The bout lasted eight minutes and featured a decisive fall. Hanson claimed the victory over a strong opponent described as the toughest proposition of the evening.
Announcement states all Washington County insane commits will be brought to hearing on specified dates. Probate Court in Montpelier discussed recommitment and appointing an aide, with hearings set for March 18 19 and March 4. Patients named include Parker M Burbank George Andrs Mary Folromo and others.
Firemen confined flames to the Vibersont house area after a kitchen stove sparked the blaze around ten o clock. By eleven, the fire was under control, with the wreckage valued at about 900 for the building and 500 for the furniture, owner Mr Asjon noted.
Yesterday afternoon a jury found the girl not guilty in the Zilla larceny case. The court halted proceedings as witnesses testified. R A Hoar appeared for the defense while Grand Jurors E R Davis and M M Gordon represented the prosecution.
Arches Haron, tether of George Han, died from shock sustained a week ago after a fall. He was TS years old, native of Denmark, and will be interred in Troy. Survived by wife and children Mutiny John of Boston, Roy of Troy, George of Montpelier. He recently lived in Montpelier and made home with his son.
Mrs Collie Datine of 25 Church sivost picked a small bouquet of yellow pansies in her garden this morning. A telegram from William A Perry at Boutiler Quebec mentions the Vermont winter tone. The Barre concert by Thee Tvind is praised, with Manager Hoban and Welgram from Men hae Foti fh Whalen noted in lively local note.
An early year argument in favor of removing the river from the area details high water risks, jam buildup at bridges, and flood conditions. Reported sections describe dam damage, jam clearing by dynamite, and dangerous sidewalks, with residents fearing further flooding and injuries.
Members of the Poultry Men association gathered in the city court room for an annual meeting. Officers were elected for the ensuing year, including president, secretary, treasurer, and auditors. A discussion on holding a show next year was approved, with time and place to be decided later.
The sixth district assembly in Northfield will feature DeWitt Clinton No. 15 and Aurora No. 4 with Granite Hill No. 25 and others in attendance. Principal officers include Lew S. Titot son, Henry HY Rowe, Charles H. Imalan, and W. Hinds as guests. The meeting lists multiple lodges from Barre and nearby towns and announces ensuing degree work and district events.
Barre Manufacturers association restructured its conference committee at a largely attended meeting last night. An all Barre men lineup was elected: William Marr, William Barclay, James Marrion, J. S. Magnagh, and James Adie Morente. A conference with lockout committees and unions is planned for this afternoon.
Contributions totaling 117.56 from unemployed granite cutters were distributed today. Boxes at each strike-pay hub carried notices that all proprietary funds would support the needy and noncontributors would not be forgotten, as about forty contributors gave something.
The Dreamland theatre management and local workers pledge 20 percent of their receipts to the assistance fund for hampers, boxers, and derrick men. Anyone who can help is asked to send donations to the C.S.A secretary. Today brings new cases as crises continue.
The two act farce A Snit of Livery was presented last evening in the Spaulding high school chapel by six senior class members before a full audience. The cast included Mind Marguerite Sinighton as the heiress and Clarence Sharp of Chicago as the cool detective, with Sophia Campbell charming as the heiress and Elizabeth Carson as Gretel. Master Edeund Santora played violin pieces as part of the program, and Mrs Howard Stanley and Mr Waite attended as parents. The show was praised for its unity, stage management, and lively performances, with a mention of the next performance scheduled for January 27 at the Universal.
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