Taft Seeks Interference Over Shirtwaist Strike
President Taft sent a petition today to the National Peace Foundation to consider whether the striking shirtwaist workers crisis should be treated as an industrial issue. Theodore L. Wend of the foundation is named to review the matter and act with vigor if deemed necessary.
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Node Peace Foundation
Washington, D. C
Tan
Nadal Race Foundation
Taft
Theodore L. Wend
Chiti
Reading Railroad Grants Wage Increase for 1250 Engineers
Reading Pennsylvania reports that after a committee on adjustment meeting the Reading railroad announced a new wage scale that increases pay for 1,250 engineers. Jon, 27, notes the adjustment and the broader impact on staff morale and operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reading Railroad
Reading
Committee On
Resolution Amends Federal Constitution Introduced in House
Representative Foolker of New York introduced a resolution in the House proposing amendments to the federal constitution to permit wartime revenue or emergency measures by proclamation. The member cites presidents’ opinions on sufficiency of revenue and the need to adjust levies during crises.
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Jan
Foolker
New York
Industrial Accidents Amid Calls for Worker Safety Reform
Fragmented OCR text reports on industrial accidents and public figures commenting on labor safety. Quotes from Frederick P. Fish Seth Low and labor leaders advocate employer liability and stronger protection for workers following a civic incident involving a railroad.
KILLED AT NIAGARA IN CANADIAN WATERS
Buffalo resident John Wyant was shot dead aboard a launch on the Niagara frontier near the Canadian side. A second man aboard fled to alert police as investigators from Ontario police and protection department examine the shooting and possible dynamiting threats targeting a nearby flag.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buffalo
John Wyant
Wyrait
Thomas Briggs
Ontario Fieh and Pain Protection Department
Uhet Bn
Fred St
Camden
Grinahoty
Helah
Torewo
Wall collapses on house in Jan city blaze
Five injured men were rescued from debris after a five story brick building burned near Central Arena and Fourth. Several others reported missing as walls tumbled and toppled, leaving rescuers working through the night.
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Shanilo
Arene
Jan
Bad outlook for bout as Spry bars Journeey-Jolnats fight
A mangled report notes Spry refuses to permit the Journee-Jolnats bout amid petitions and public pressure. Officials claim no formal agreement yet and evoke potential blockers to staging the event. The piece suggests a troubled path forward with key organizers in flux.
Boston Vermonters Elect G. K. Darling
The Vermont association of Boston held its annual meeting at headquarters in Westington. New officers include General Charing TK. Darting as president, Charles H. Bradley as secretary, with a slate of officers and retiring President Jeniah BR. Clark delivering a closing narrative of journeys through Germany, Norway, and parts of Asia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Vermont Asociation of
Inetevesting
Westinketer
Gen
Charing TK. Darting
Charles H. Bradley
Feworys
Graaueery Poorvtarys
Taney Halden
Ha Pals
Harveing
Ionie Finish
Albert
W. Bishop
Mansel A. Tah
Folin G
Marron
Georgy B. Timond
Vernon
Soriets
Eieeh
Nee Menting
Jeniah BR. Clark
Germany
Norway
Dennison Says He's Crazy in Murder Case
Herbert Dennison, charged with killing boys, insisted in court that the law cannot touch him. The hearing was postponed as police described his homicidal hatred of children. Det. Bureau Capt Price recounted conversations with the prisoner and Dennison denied memory of threats and expressed defiant remarks about punishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Herbert Dennison
Dennison
Price
Detecive
Aie
Denilson
Jelon
Home Rule Issue Dominates Next Election Rumors
Fragmentary copy notes alleged agreement between John Bedmont and Premier Asquith on home rule shaping the upcoming English decision. Report mentions Liberal and Nationalist positions and expected pace of passage amid Conservative and Nationalist support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Londo
John Bedmont
Asquith
Tide
Landa
Seta
Great fete day in Kaiser s honor observed tonight
The Kaiser s jubilee day is celebrated with a large fete. In Kaiserburg the populace gathers amid official ceremonies while the royal opera performance and a state banquet are planned for the evening. Princess Tassie attending with others, as local groups share songs and tributes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaiser
Darlin
Dan
Royal Opera Anes
King of France May Abdicate
Athens dispatch reports King Leon facing a new problem as cabinet changes press him with vexing questions. Sources claim an early abdication is likely due to declining military support and shifting political pressures.
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France
Athens
Leon
South Royalton News Briefs and Social Notes
Mrs Ada Spauiding visits friends and mentions discomfort of Vast Sarnierd and Mr and Mrs Charles McDonald of Blurda. Attendees from here join a die triph meeting at Narfield Wednesday. Parace Hortck and Miky Jonnie Per Wert Tartford attend in fast ye. The Bie om radium given by Dr Charls Tynnell of New York was a rare treat for locals. Therbert Snow of Alete visits Bi MF and Watkine, then plans to return to Mra W Batter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada Spauiding
Evry Prindle
Iit
Charles McDonald
Severn
Nartideld
Treasurer Hall Surrenders to Police in $21,000 Embezzlement Case
Webster Mass January 21 John A Hall treasurer of the Southbridge Savings Bank surrendered to state police in Worcester after being charged with stealing 21000 of bank funds. He faced arraignment in Worcester district court and pleaded not guilty. Held on 30000 bail. Officials say depositors may face losses but exact figures pending audit. President Calvin D Paige warned depositors could incur losses while audits determine the full deficit. recovery estimates range widely with no firm statement yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Webster
Mass
John A Hall
Southbridge Savage Bank
Worcester
Materet
Paign
Southbridge, Maas
Calvin D. Paige
Southbridge Savings Bank
John
A. Hall
Transfeer Hall
Paige
Flenage
Scrambled Eggs Fatal in Local Case
Burlington reports a fatal case where death was attributed to ptomaine poisoning from eating scrambled eggs. The deceased, Whit Bourne, a local person, had been admitted after illness and his death certificate confirmed the cause. The case notes egg consumption as the source of poisoning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dennis Bourne
Burlington
Uil Bourne
Bourne
Strike Hits Beverly Shoe Shop Over Wagons
In Beverly Massachusetts on January 21 ninety cutters and two kin dred stitchers of the Woodbury Shoe Company have gone on strike after their request for a wage advance was refused. The action affects a local shop and reflects labor tensions in the footwear industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beverly
Woodbury Shoe Company
Baverly
Mass
Woodbury Show Company
White River Junction Plans Three Chemical Fire Engines
White River Junction committees met with Harrison Water Company manager to push fire protection upgrades. The district intends to purchase three chemical engines, two tanks and 45 feet of hose, and has bought a fire net as part of the approved plan.
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White River Junction
Caltine
Hariiont Water
Petty
Rcal
Ad Tank
Love
Dietrtat
New Granite Saw Promises Great Things for Northfield Inventor
Northfield man Roy A. Chume of Northfield reveals a new granite saw invented with a series of nit blades and rotating heads that cut stone in one hour, claiming smoother cuts and potential use on stones not over four feet deep. Partner Lys Lanier, a farmer turned bookkeeper, joins the venture as Northfield Granite Company files patents and plans export.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riroy A. Chume
Noethfeld
Dun J. Moree
Laventian
Wybh Granité Company
Wornester
Mees
Lys Bs
Oman
Amon F. Laaier
Northwell
Chain
Mr. Laater
Maleximent
Nylther
We Nor Lanter
Norwich University
Lanier
Northfield
He Favors State Law to Raise Child Education Grade
A public debate centers on compulsory schooling as a means to improve literacy and civic outcomes. Proponents push for a state law mandating minimum grade attainment, arguing early standards raise long term opportunities and national competitiveness. Opponents warn of enforcement inequities and parental rights concerns.
City Official Endorses Compulsory Education Law Change
Barre school statistics show many students drop out in fifth and sixth grade, prompting Supt. Mathewson to call for a supplementary law requiring a minimum education before a child may leave school. He cites poor health and work needs, urging community support to enforce attendance.
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Iyanmugl
D. Mathuwath
Lip City
Vermont
Mattos
Kingston
Walthar
Mass
Medford
Mase
Fitchburg
Mas
Newark
Ohio
New Brungwick
Newport
Meriden
Conn
Wransonket
Sies
Barre
Mayer Burke
Burlington
Han End Hae Bale
Ghee
Missioner MG | Perrimith
Powers
Mathewson
Peng
Jeane
Tome
Gos Mathownon
K. Sugpentea
Ashers
Irregular Trial Hearsay Draws City Interest
A court heard testimony about Powers linking to a so called "sure Hiiing" game during tercentenary week last July. The charge against Burll Jon and Michael C. Powe r allegedly faced a 1 to 3 vote split before aldermen sustained the charge. Republicana and Pi Demo figures appeared, with no principal wit nesses identified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burll Jon
Michael C. Powere
Tapacty
Maxcondict
Bait Et Rea
Anit McCaffery
Republicana
Tim
Mass Power Rate Cuts Stir Vermont Industry Shifts
Masher 3nce wi of Twin State Gas and Electric announces rate reductions after abandoning steam plants and sourcing from Connecticut River Power. Residential rates drop to 14 cents per kilowatt. industrials see 6 to 8 cents. large concerns face substantial cuts. Millar at Barre predicts Berry and Brattleboro rates align on a two to four cent sliding scale, boosting new manufacturing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twin State Gas and Electric Company
Connécticut River Power Company
Vernon
Brottebero
Mitlar
Barre
Consolidated Lighting Company Alate
Alamples
Trarre
Bratilebore
Bratiebore
Bentilebore
Cystern
Consolidated Company
Brattlebore
Ber
Ainger Millar
Herre
Montpelier
Mew Industries
Bratite
Three Bankrupts Filed Today
Three bankruptcy filings appeared in the Viet court list with liabilities totaling $1,334.11. Martin of an enterprise, $841.57. Alex MacKenzin of Bare a rye pian, $488.50. Diltion WW of Stern lwhorer, $4.04.
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Fithind
Phe
Viviet Court Wide
Martin
Erme Mill
Neeete
Alex MacKenzin
Bare
Rye Pian
Vabilitien
Pte
Stern Lwhorer
Lisbilitien
Gauets
Plan for 2 000 000 Improvement Amid Unclear Text
Fragmented OCR notes reference Amortig arrivals and a Boston and Maine directorate event. Names appear as Maynard New York W Whiting Crise Paillige Davie Morgan Miles and others in attendance. Attendance at a directorate meeting is noted with uncertain details and locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maynard
New York
W. Whiting
Hut Jae
Boston & Maine
Miret
Qies
A. Crise
P. A. Paillige
J. Davie
Northfelding
J. P. Morgan
Sorinjoe
Lomluirg
Moston
Jan. ST
Morgan
Hay Willias
Ductington
Korethik
Ehaatve Parenerie
Boston
Maine
Clark
Totel
deGnite
Geren Miles
The
Avenue Lions
Talk of the Town Barre Lodge installs new officers
Barre community notes detail a lodge meeting with the grand procession, installation of officers, and visitors from Montpelier and East Barre. The Rural Good Luck club plans a Friday gathering and a Masonic ball is noted with Montpelier Military Band performing. Local visits include Berlin and Northfield, with several residents traveling for visits or events.
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Warden
Cutts
View Wardet
Sway
Donimore
Moretary
Min
Mande Dyke
Perk
Mice Mande Gray
Senthod
Ancbie
BA Williams
Languet Wes Devel
Completion date set for saw Camp artest school bulking
April 1 noted by the Barge aeBeo officials as the completion target for the saw Camp artest school bulking project. The annual report cites a 40000 dollar appropriation and estimates the final cost within that budget. Land purchase for the Gospel Village Dem project is also mentioned along with salary increases for teachers and a raised maximum wage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
aeBeo
Artest
A. B. Lane
Goopel
Epring
Tn Bee
Burlington Will Grants Public Bequests In Vermont
The will of Daniel W. Robinson of Burlington was entered in probate. Provisions include public bequests to the Vermont Diocese fund, Saint Paul’s Parish, and the Y M C A, with incomes supporting church, diverging funds, and specific legacies. Elsin A. Rabinson remains the widow beneficiary, and executors include C. Grandy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
Daniel W. Robinson
Elsin A. Rabinson
Dewase
Mon
Robinson
Diocese of
Vermont
Mary Lettis
Paul
Sonal
Y. AC
A. Robiman
C. Grandy
Grenile Manufacturers Association Meets to Hear Reports
The Grenile Manufacturers' association of Birre met at 2 this afternoon to hear reports from the conference committee and what had been done since the lant meeting on Friday evening. It is expected that the new Tarr branch agreement will go through, and tools and pullsbiers will be divided. More conferences are anticipated tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grenile Manufacturers’ Association of Birre
Pelork
Alsa
Tarr
Dreamland Theatre Ends Benefit Show With Generous Donations
A benefit night at Dreamland Theatre raised funds for relief of the needy, with Barry receiving 25 percent of receipts and the Dreamland management turning over 20 percent of last evening’s receipts for the cause. Bijon and other venues also pledged 20 percent tonight and Thursday evening. The crowd responded with approval, aiding the caller committee’s work to aid many poor families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reveipth
Rickwen
Barry
Wetler
Eptafe
Dreamland Theatre
Generoualy
Bijon m
Dow Tate
Old Pals Meet At Greenshore Pond Party
A longtime group gathered at Walnt Street home for a pleasant reunion near Greenshore pond. Attendees enjoyed a royal banquet and a drive whip game with prizes of colored reproductions, the top reward going to Lawover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenshore Pond
Joby W. Dillon
Nelson D. Photon
Lawover
Greensboro Pond
Hibernians Hold Annual Installation of Officers
Miles ball in Graniteville hosts Hibernians and Ladies Auxiliary with over eighty attendees from the city and forty from Mop te resent. The evening features speeches by state Meese J B Pit, Dr J W Stewart, and D McGovern. New officers include President Jones and other named positions as listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miles’ Ball
Graniteville
Whitin
J. B. Pit
Rey
Pr. Tutcottepenker
Tee Marke
J. Wi Stewart
Barre
Jones
Ming Seks
Tary
J. Pi Lasers
Boyce
Finnegang Financial
Flynn
Treandter
A Sheridan
Aergeentatarorm
Peter Mereli
Timothy
Morphy
Church Voters Extend Call to Rev John W Burnett as Pastor
A Congregational church meeting voted unanimously to call Rev John W Burnett of Marblehead Massachusetts to become pastor of the Marblehead church after his two year settle ment there. He previously led churches in Jefferson and Columbia Ohio and is a graduate of Butler University seminary. The session appointed Dr Burnett to preach and to appoint an assistant reader led by moderator G Herbers Pape and clerk 8 Wallace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congregational Church
John W. Burnett
Marblehead
Mass
G. Herbers Pape
Wallace
E. G. Woodratf
Nowes
Barnett
Wm. Marr
Jones Adie
Mase
Wbout
Jefferson
Ohio
Columbia
Pennal
Butlur i Seminary
Barre
Steers Sie
Tinekia Wan
Aanistant Heeter
Manchester Unity Team Faces Foresters In January Clash
A local table tennis match recap notes Manchester Unity Mota ail Sands of thing lost to Brescott Kennedy and Cowle. Upcoming January 51 event pits Catholic Order of Foresters against Manchester Unity, with others like Naughton Ewen Ironside Saxon and Tierney Leod noted among players.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Géatant
Kid
M. U
Nail
Oini
LM Gauthier
Ant’ Chappe
Mo T Ui
Brescott
MC. Kennedy
Cowle
Oy i Cae Naughton and Ewen, R. BM. Es Otliver Eae Heary
Brodie
B. M. Greig
Fraser
BR. M
Ae Teith
Craig
Brown
Tierney
VA Leod
M. UI
Ironside
Saxon
Rm My
Besgrie
Rueble
Order of Foresters
Manchester Unity
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Civic Federation of New England
Piet
Tuttle
Boaten and Maine Railroad
America
Europa
Frederick P. Fish
American Tell Telephone Company
Seth Low
Tehell
Niagara
Vermonters
G. K. Darling
J. R. Clark
Redmund
Liberale
Ralor
Calla
South Royalton
Southbridge, Mass
Supt
D.D. Mathewson
Alex MacKensie
N. E. O. P. Meeting
TOWN
Williamstown
United States
Charles Herrera
Berlin
Arington Toobey
H. C
Anna Nelson
Saranac Lake
M. Gray
Swanton
Slater
Perry
Otis Yaaterday
J. P. Morse
John” Fallon
Gre ‘Cramer
Concord
N. I
George Hevera
Ieeefruit
Miphis B.A
Epworth
Mra D.C
Sodaire
Ethel Travers
Sten Vian Camp
Mise
Berea Wiscomb
Mr. Rose
Ular
Au Wehool Board
la Barlington
Manufacturers’ Association
Kearty
Opera Home
Hibernians
John W. Barnett
Wight
Martichett, Mans, Man
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