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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Jan 28, 1908

Page

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Thaw Rebuttal Marches On In Court Testimony Planned

New York January 24 R E Longley public accountant on Madison Square roof testifies in rebuttal about the Stanford White shooting. He viewed Thaw from about ten feet away and found him rational. Several witnesses including Meyer Cohen and police officers similarly described Thaw as rational. Jerome plans to move Abe Hummel to the Black Navel penitentiary if needed to offset Evelyn Thaw’s testimony and closure of the defense case is anticipated.

New York R. E. Longley Madison Square Stanford White White Witnem Meyer Cohen Reap Owyers Periattary Abe Ummel Unieas Jerome Mosimel Evelyn Ws

Cardinal Richard Dies in Paris at 89

Paris January 28 Cardinal Richard, a widely known figure in European church circles, died this morning at age 89. He served for decades in prominent duties and was highly respected across nations.

Cardinal Richard Paris Cardinal Ricard Europe Cay

Boston Life Insurance Funds Tangle in Court Battle

A stipulation in Boston mirrors a $25 000 life insurance claim tied to a widow, with funds deposited to a firm pending court approval. Hearings set for Feb 3 address petitions by Caley Trost company and Corea Bancroft, as Old Colony Trust seeks control of the policy proceeds amid disputes over banking arrangements and potential mismanagement.

Boston Aecumty Superior Court Yostetimy Sal Bank Atilehoro Beaton, Hankers, Wibjeet Invostendat Old Caley Trost Cmpany Corea Bancroft Sargeant Old Colony ‘Trust Company Anrk Seattle Auim Eee Ftors Sa - Sowe Nf Banking

Strangled to Death at Local Sports Facility

A garbled OCR item reports a fatal strangling incident involving a man identified only partially as Jin, age 34, near Rathas and Weidenwat areas, with references to a Reverend, a mystery figure, and an unknown mascot. Police investigation ongoing with few readable names or dates.

Westie Rathas Ge M

Central Train Ditching Partly In Swamp In Connecticut

A northbound Central Vermont train derailed near Jewett's crossing in Stamm Connecticut, leaving several passengers injured but none fatally. The wreck, caused by a broken rail, blocked the line for hours as doctors and relief crews moved to the scene and passengers were transferred around the wreck. Willian Parke, David Robertson, Albert Meth, and Daniel W. Patra were among the more seriously hurt, with head injuries and broken bones reported.

Seaor Aa Ie Coy Willian Parke Stafford David Robertson Stafort Malbek Boningfield Albert Meth Spr Maas Lbs Daniel W. Patra Motrkna Mars Tafford Springs

Trade agreement signed between France and United States

Washington D C June 28 The French and American trade pact granting the other certain tariff concessions was signed at the State Department today by Ambassador Josserand for France and Secretary Root for the United States President Roosevelt to issue a proclamation later today putting the agreement into effect.

Washington, D.C State Department Josserand France Root United States Roosevelt

Mrs Eddy Takes a Drive to Her New Home

Boston report on Mary Baker G. Eddy, leader of Christian Science, driving about an hour from her new estate with limited details. No callers will be received until she is settled. she seems pleased with her move and rested well after the Sunday.

Boston Mary Baker G. Bidy The Christian Science Onneord Cheetnit Newhm Concord Vogne Gincard Constaunt Eddy Lyme

Liquidation Starts After Bank Failure Rumor

New York reports indicate a bank in the district entered liquidation with Hanna, the district examiners, appointed receiver, and Tasawians as comptroller referenced. Officials declined to issue a formal statement while observers expect assets to be resolved in a few days, amid concern over stock market impact.

New York Pears North Amerea Weet Runwry A “Hanna Tantag Enue Tasawians Werth Comptroller William F. Hahesiane Tga

Simmons company declares twelfth semi annual dividend

Attleboro firm RF Simmons, a jewelry concern, announced its twelfth semi annual dividend for employees. About 5000 dollars was distributed among workers in proportion to wages, despite the company reporting truthful profits and continuing operations.

Attleboro, Mews Jan RF. Simmons Company Traslaceern Ed Yomerdur

Lowell Garage Destroyed In Fire Loss Estimated At 21000

Fire last night swept through the Lowell Automobile company premises causing about 21000 in damage. Owners Charles Guuden and associates were insured. The blaze damaged adjacent property and halted operations for hours.

Lowell Last Wight Lerwell Mase Ima Lowell Automobile Sont Lom Maelitr Charles 4 Guuden

Worcester Man Arrested for Forgery Ties to Wilmington Note

W A Bailey, Worcester manager of the Massachusetts Really wret Investment company, was arrested on charges of forgery involving two $5,000 notes signed and indorsed with O C Ware of Wilmington, Virginia. Ware denies ever signing the notes. Bailey claims innocence and notes he advanced funds to Walter Davis amid prior business disputes. Bailey is represented by Jen Br Th and Alexander Af. Bul tuck. Ware’s attorneys are Thoms Th. Sullivan and Willis BR. Sibley.

Worcester Maes W. A. Bailey Massachusetts Really Wret Investment Company Ann O. C. Ware Wilmington Mc Bailey Boston C. Ware Ware Bal Waalter Davis Thailey Davis Jen BR Th Alexander Af. Bullock Tie Coummel

Vermont Cream creditors vote to sue directors

In St Albans on Jan 28 creditors of the Vermont Cream company voted to sue the directors. They agreed not to sign a document to wind up the company but to sue under section 4007 of the public statutes. The action aims to recover debts owed by the company.

St. Albans Vermont Orien Comra Toeidant

Local man commits suicide in Attleboro home

In Providence, Jer 28 John Fiaur chunedt aged 00 a Jewels worker from Attleboro ended his life yesterday by self harm. He prepared by closing room crevices and placing cotton in nostrils then using a rubber tube to a gas jet. The act was carried out without any known accomplice or witness.

Providence BR. L John Fiaurchunedt Attleboro la Broad-street

Sullivan Clark Bout Canceled After Low Philadelphia Attendance

In Philadelphia at the Spring Garden A C last night Tommy Sullivan of Lawrengt Mine and Billy Clark failed to meet in a tay ring. The bout was called off due to small attendance.

Philadelphia Tommy Sullivan Lawrengt, Mine Billy Clark Spring Garden A. C

Thieves Hold Up U S Mail In New Orleans Heist

Daring band of ten robbed a United States mail wagon near freight tracks as it arrived from Cincinnati and other northern points. The crew, including railway mail worker Barney Simons and driver St. Smith, were held at bay by armed men who forced the team to a dark area about 100 yards away and rifled the mail contents valued at about five thousand dollars. The robbers escaped in a wagon toward the river, leaving a scene of disruption and fear.

New Orleans Jim United States Cincinnati Barney Simons St. Smith

Family faces fatal fire loss in Burlington incident

Burlington residents report a night fire at 0 Colfogy Street starting from a stove. Fire destroyed Perlottis tavern property valued at $1,000 and caused injuries to Perlotti’s husband while their child escaped. Firefighters controlled the blaze after about an hour.

Burlington Filip Poelouti Tae Yeas Thomas Tos Berlotti Perlott Perlotti Rosie

Deputy Sheriff Suit Involving Valued Items

A legal action was filed against Deputy Sheriff M. P. Davis over the value of a pair of famous stones and a horse kept for safekeeping, totaling 190 dollars. The case references a prior windfall dispute and a separate Windhian county court judgment of 100 dollars in a related matter.

Ficheros Sharif M Davis Sullivan D. Bishop Watcon Windhian County Court Watson French Viels Miller

Middlebury Man Pursued by Fire Fiend

A Middlebury man faced a damaging fire incident last week as a blaze across the street destroyed his property. Estimated losses run around 200 dollars, with insurance covering the damage. The injured party, Allen J, endured fractures and further pain within ten days.

Middlebury Armenace Allen J

No Labor Ticket Emerges In Rutland Elections

Rutland January 28 independent party adopts an open caucus stance with civic platform denouncing labor unions and aiming for a nonunion business candidate to lead the ticket. The scene forecasts a split political tone as citizens weigh the independent choice against union influence.

Rutland Eesing Civic Ae Independent Party

Wheeler refuses to resign as postmaster

Newport January 24. Wheeler, long time assistant postmaster, was upset by Postmaster G. Marmegard’s actions but insists there is no intention to resign. He says he expects removal but will not resign, a development watched with marked interest.

Newport Wheeler Vine Boen Portomater G. Marmegard Eernest Nemeon Biancard Von

Business Change in St Albans Sees A F Richard Step Back

In St Albans on June 25 A F Richard announces a change in the firm as he and Willem Deotin with a junior partner act under the old name. Richardson has been ill and unable to manage business affairs.

ST. Albans Richard Willem Deotin Richardson

Two Pounds With Clothes On Rutland Baby Report

A garbled 19th century scanner note references the weight of a Rutland baby with clothes on and mentions inspectors, parents, and a public page. The fragmentary text hints at health and state involvement but remains largely unreadable and ambiguous.

Rutland

Unknown man found dead near Swanton with rope noose

An unknown foreign man about 25 to 30 years old was found dead in woods near Swanton, Jan 28. The rope around his neck, secured by a stick, suggests murder. No clues yet for the perpetrator. the corpse appears to have been dead a day or two.

Swanton Amd

Orange county wardens list reads like local leaders

Chelena and Jan are named among Orange County wardens flagged for town water issues. The document lists many local figures such as Thomas of Stowe, George Font of Brookfield, Edgar Waters of Chelates, and Gilbert Blake, Lance Wallace of Fairlee, plus officials from Thetford and Topsham.

Chelena Jan Orange County

Victory for St Johnsbury in close game with visitors

The St Johnsbury team defeated the visitors with key plays by Mey, Fiske, and the acting coach guiding the offense. Notable contributions came from Robinson, Atkins, Fisk, and Walker as the game featured twelve scoring lines and two twenty minute halves.

Fiske Wil Atkins St. Ace Mont. Sem Robinne Rf. Hy Charlie Pieke If Ig Simons Nail Praceing Abels Seale Robinson Fisk Bank Walker Gibson Goffrey Hil Tones Moore Attensdanen

Looking Up Relatives in Quincy Message Notice

A fragmented plea seeks relatives of Mn Sherling and Olive Sherlino. The writer asks anyone with knowledge to contact Mr. Sidney or Mr. Chuck Shure at Guintser 4 sonnet, offering no further identifying details.

Quincy Man Barre Mr. Sherlino

Benjamin Indicted for Murder in Coventry Case

Benjamin of Coventry was indicted yesterday afternoon for the murder of Albert Babcock of Sherling. The tragedy occurred at the Miewkence in the woods along the cut state line in November, with evidence pointing to a confrontation in Witpens. Local officials report the case as a capital crime and await a trial date.

Barre Union Donates 10 Dollars to Testimonial Fund

A Barre union donates ten dollars to a testimonial fund for the families of a deceased Massachusetts state official. The fund supports the injured secretary treasurer, with the union covering about half the annual subscription to the Labor paper Union Signal. The other fifty cents will be funded by the union.

Tool Harpenery’ Union Dolsate Wos Maseachusette Aecesse Doston

Burns Remembrance Event In Tiayethill Mass Attended by Many

In Tiayethill Massachusetts on January 28 the Ladies Auxiliary and members of the Burns association marked the 146th birthday of Robert Burns with a reading and social gathering. Royal Secretary Peter Kerr of Boston attended, and the arranging committee included Mrs Robert T Frackelton and Chief Frank Leith among others, with about dk people present.

Tiayethill Mass Clar Dovigeee Cyno Robert Burns Peter Kerr Bostom Arringeae Robert T. Frackelton Frank Leith Cling Ales. Wilem Jams A. Mc Neil Arthur JL. Armsted Robyrt M. Watson Jotn T. Ritella Scunieeie the Rewuk Leth Mise Selle Barron Cane Witwm Robert Frackelten Alex Wilson David Pife William H. Ewing Peter Fife Williams N. McKay Witham Pyric

Deaths in a Montpelier Family Linked to Tragedy

A long series of deaths surrounds Theodore Crown and his kin in Montpelier. The text notes the passing of Frank Crown at fifty, and mentions siblings Mrs. Lewis Jerue, Pred ra, Mrs. Mabel St. John, and Mrs. Thomas Ryan of Berlin. It records illness of Mrs Jeene and reports a man named Springgee found dead on the street.

Lewis Jerue Christaas Dix Theodore Montpelier Frank Crown Mabel St. John Kawant Frown Berlin Wna Thomas Ryan Jeene Pelier

Phillip E Peltier Dies After Prolonged Illness

Phillip E Dettier dies in WY afternoon at his home 82 street after a long illness with pneumonia and tuberculosis. A 31 year old stopmeter by trade, he leaves father Charley Doltive two brothers John and Arthur and four sisters. Funeral from St Monica's church Werthesby tomorrow at 4. Knights of Columbus will lead prayers. interment in Catholic cemetery.

Phillip E. Dettier Weme Charley Doltive John Arthur St. Monica's Church Werthesby Nelock Knights of Columbus

Base Ball Fair Programs and Vaudeville Features

Community entertainment listings announce a February schedule with events at the fairgrounds. Daughters of American Woodcraft present a musical mix titled Just Kins, plus a Punch Line play by Arthur Goglin. Minstrels, vaudeville acts, and Scottish songs follow with nightly performances and admission by ticket.

Taft Plans discussed at St Albans meeting

Reported meeting in St Albans tonight outlines organization work for Taft supporters. Attendees, including local activists, expect speeches and firm plans for upcoming campaigns. Events centered on mobilization activities and community outreach.

St. Albans

Aide Widows and Orphans Relief Drive Report

Affected by disaster relief efforts at the Cathedral Reunde charity drive on Tan 28 A. RISY collection noted by local group. Fundraising supported Widow and Orphan relief, aiding affected families with immediate aid and ongoing support programs.

Parliggten Tan Risy Reunde Rr. Collectivee

Vote to Build Again in Nearby Towns Meeting

A fragmented notice reports a vote on constructing a project near two towns. It mentions planned pace of progress and outlines discussions with local officials about moving forward and funding. The readable text hints at a timetable and community impact without detailing dates or names.

Talk of the Town Singal with Eyedpatet Jab eat ame Oh Tearkot

A disjointed local item notes figures A. Epes Beton J A Wickard and others in a 1 1 Thy 1 segment. Reader details unclear but references a town scene and names prominent in the era.

A. Epes Beton J A

East Barwe Port Announces Montpelier Day Observance

Fragmentary OCR notes an upcoming Montpelier event linked to East Barwe and an observance scheduled for a day in October. Names and precise details are unreadable.

Barre and Montpelier Barbers Seek 15 Weekly Wage Increase

Journeymen barbers in Barre and Montpelier present a new wage bill to shop proprietors, proposing a minimum of 15 per week for 12 months, plus changes ending Saturday and Thursday hours. The proposal affects 15 shops, with closures on certain holidays and penalties for violations. The agreement runs April 1908 to April 1911.

Rita Yewr Thie Ren Epi Jis Pepiaies

Outsiders In Court In Barre City Arrests Reported

In Barre city court this morning there were no intoxication cases. Fran Coburn of Montpelier was arrested last evening in North Barre by Officer Gum le and jailed for a fire offense after pleading guilty. HM F Cushing of litieth was found by Officer Carle lying in the street. he was taken to the police station and fined $5.

Fran Coburn Montpelier North Barre Gumle F. Cushing Sagpewtiog Ani Curle Ieee Orien Dim Henchetd Rte Toa Oom

Bankruptcy case closes with Wood claim and final dividend

The court allowed Luther P Wood’s additional claim in the Duane L Wood bankruptcy matter. Diane Wood of Barre received a partial dividend and the estate’s final distribution is described as a five percent carrier dividend. Trustee CAL Gale Seaton Stak oversees the accounts.

Luther P. Wood Duane L. Wood Panier Diane Wood Barre Montpelier Wien Cal Gale Seaton

Washington County Cases to Reach Supreme Court by Thursday

Local legal brief notes that key Washington County cases are expected to reach the Supreme Court by Thursday. The summary reflects damaged OCR text and struggles with legibility, but identifies a focus on imminent court action and scheduling.

NEW MAPLE SUGAR MADE

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a maple sugar production item from an old source, mentioning a place or person name fragment and a partial reference to sugar making. The legible portion hints at a local craft or agricultural note without clear dates or full context.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Justice Dowling Penitentiary Abe Hummel Hi Fe Witnesers Wagner Evans Jellife Cme Lapacy Commission Thaw Massachusetts Village Stratford Conn Mrs. Eddy Wall Street National Bank of North America R. F. Simmons Co. of Orwell IWO Vermont Creameries Company John Garchunedt Sullivan-Clark J Family Oui L. 0 Allen Bis LABOR A. F. Richardson ST. Johnsbury Academy Toatt Frim Montpelier Seminary Benjamin Coventry State House Burns Haverhill City Hall Fourma Phillip E. Peltier MS Gallus Os Area Navar Feeundo the Daughters of American Woodcraft Tal Arthur Gogelin Seve Uals Cotete & Tes Polo Baturdey Pebe Abe Taft Qur Rutland Fercote Rutlanl Attorness Aide Widows and Orpha Dom Ted & Walteble East Barwe Momipulier Frank Coburn Hf, Cushing Northfield Washington County Supreme Court Aarpene Court Towerhend Jewth
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