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Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1908

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Suffragists Stopped as Royal Carriage Evades Capture

Miss Fitzherbert leads a small band in a dramatic dash toward King Edward and Queen Alexandra’s royal carriage as it travels from Buckingham Palace to Westminster. A policeman halts her at the door, followers pursue, but the guards and horses keep the procession safe and the royal party proceeds to open Parliament.

Lamidon Edward Alexandra Buckingham Palace Westminter London Fuather Bert Wedge Mise Fitzherbert

Peace movement speech on Hague conference aims

In a parliamentary opening, King Faward discussed the Hague Peace Conference work and England seeking broader maritime power veto to guide a prize case. Negotiations with the United States aim to refer Newfoundland questions to the Hague. The status of Japanese immigration into Canada was settled.

Tendon Faward Dia England United States Newfoundland

Malign Influence of Politics in Boston Fire Department

Boston report on city fire department faults politics infiltrating the service since May Collins death. Mayor’s overreach in promotions cited. calls for strict enforcement of rules and a yearly appliance test. Officials note high department efficiency but uncover theft rumors and faulty apparatus. Study seeks probe of tire manufacturers with US district attorney.

Boston Finance Commission Mayey ‘Collins Dpa Trent Taite Commisson Compisian United States

Automobile Reciprocity Proposes Rhode Island Controls

Rhode Island automobile law reforms seek stricter area controls with a 25 feet per hour limit for cities and towns and higher fees. The committee drafting the proposal includes Parker W Tilings, attorney Jerome Haky, and Judge Cheer Man Ay. The plan raises the automobile fee from 2 to 10 dollars paid by the vehicle owner, with a separate 4p tax on drivers.

Providence Dan Rhode Island Automobile Hhub Prapk W. Tiling Witurney Jerome Haky

Lovers' quarrel ends in two deaths in Allegheny home

In Pittsburgh a dispute between two lovers ends with Domine Poleina shooting and fatally wounding Mary Roe and then killing the other man. Poleina breached a door and fired a pistol after a struggle in a house where the couple had lived since arriving from America three years prior. The woman, Mary Roe, died in the kitchen, while the man, Samuel Koon, died in the hall after being shot in the ear. Police were alerted as Poleina threatened further harm before being restrained.

Pitteburg Allbridge Mary Enieg Fran ‘Laat Boleina Polina Ind Polejnm

Chicago Blaze Destroys Blocks On Wabash and Michigan

A massive three hour blaze in Chicago on January 20 caused over 1 million dollars in damage to multiple downtown buildings. Alfred Posts & Co wallpaper, John A Cathy & Sons furniture, and Edison Keith & Co millinery were heavily affected. Fire started in the Pate building engine room and spread rapidly through adjacent structures, pinning losses at 250000, 90000, 15000, and other sums.

Chicago Wabash Avenue Alfred Posts & Co John A. Cathy & Sons Michigan Avenue Edison Keith & Co Sie Keith Gage Hrothers & Co Theodore Ascher & Ox Pate Paste & Co Jol A. Colby & Sons Gaye Brothers

Fire tears through packing plant district near Kaw River

A major blaze roared through the Nelson Merrie & Compay packing plant area along the Kaw River in Kansas City Missouri. Flames caused extensive damage estimated at around half a million dollars as firefighters battled the blaze late Friday night. No injuries were reported, and investigators were expected to inspect the scene early Saturday.

Kansas City Dan Nelson Merrie & Compatyy Kaw River Kaneas City Kanewe

Reverend Gleason Declines Call To Deerfield NH

The Rev. Mr Gleason of Lemedale declines a call from Deerfield church after an incident where a hat and gloves were taken by attendees. He faced difficulty in recovering the hat as some men reportedly refused to give it back. Deerfield parishioners hope the event won’t influence his judgment of the congregation.

Gleason Deerfield N. H Tomber Wurte Hig Toe Tiel Baptiste Deerfeld Jet Flo

Matty Baldwin Wins 12 Round Bout in Peatemery

Matty Baldwin of Tarentown defeated Kid Coedman of Toston by decision after twelve rounds at the Peatemery arena. The bout was competitive with Baldwin holding a slight edge in activity and ring command throughout the action last night.

Roxton Matty Baldwin Oftarentown Ervier Kid Coedman of Toston Thre Emi Peatemery Haldwin

Terrible Deed Of A Young Boy in Egypt Parade

Rochester June 29. In the absence of his mother from home yesterday afternoon William Meliride a 19 year old boy of Egypt, with a belt, shot gun, and cartridges aimed at his sister Vielie. The young man then threatened to shoot himself and pointed the gun toward the mother, who arrived as the event unfolded. The article describes the violent act and the immediate reactions of those present.

Rochester Wiliam Meliride Egypt Pitan Viele Ted Cor

Cortelyou Defense Reply to Senate Inquiry Examines Money Crisis

Secretary Cortelyou offers a 14,000 word reply to a Senate resolution justifying measures in the financial panic He denies favoritism in bond distribution and argues public deposits and $10,000,000 withdrawal in New York Banks were managed to steady the system He predicts further calls upon non New York banks and stresses the need for suitable legislation to relieve the burden of the crisis.

Washington, D.C Treasury Senate New York

Littleton Sums Up In Thaw's Defense

New York january 20 Attorney Martin W Littleton summed up Thaws defense arguing the defendant killed Stamford White but was not of sound mind. He attacked the prosecutions insanity evidence and urged the jury to return a verdict of insanity or temporary insanity, noting Thaws youth and alleged intoxication in later life.

New York Martin W. Littleton Evetta Minw Ameria Littleton Stamford White Salling Linton Berliaea Littleuim White Jerome Thasel Muttewan Jeromelm Fle Merderonie

Choked to Death in Boston Restaurant Incident

A man identified as a traveling salesman choked while eating at a Commercial street restaurant in Boston last night. He was a resident of Dover and left behind a wife who lives with Senator Warner Pats in New York. The case involves a city detective and corporate officials.

Boston Stan Warner Pats New York Jay Hiener Werner Anmibver Couipaition

Waterbury Banquet Celebrates New Industries At Trade Event

Waterbury held a Board of Trade banquet last evening with T H Smith as president and W Huntley secretary. The event honored new industries locating in Waterbury, listing speakers in a lively program, and noting Waterbury’s growing pride. Also referenced were obituaries and local notices about residents, with a funeral planned for Mrs. Noyes later in the week.

Board of Trade Bar Board of Trade Waterbury Bat Weir Oh Vincident Y W Huntley Secetary Whitehill Toemsurer W. B. Clark Lanlind Davie Powers Wile Worys Boi

Inquest Opened Over Unknown Hungarian Laborer

An inquest at Swanton today investigated a unidentified body found north of the town. Believed to be a Hungarian laborer who had sailed from Herrwen on August 20. The corpse showed signs of a struggle, pockets rifled, and a small stick twisted. Investigators noted tracks nearby and questioned possible murder or abduction. The body was taken to the undertaking firm of Smith & Miley for examination.

Swanton Thi Thant Smith & Miley

Escaped guard and freed prisoner sparked chase

Crattleboro January 20 Martin Manning was moved to Dellows Park to serve ten days when a guard allegedly aided his escape. A man named Davin reported the wing seen near East Diver. Manning fled with the prisoners, aided by A H Tuompaon and John Fredette, triggering a mountain search for freedom.

Gunn John Fredette

Bryan in Window Address at Senate Reception

Washington January 29 William J Bryan stood in a Senate chamber window for an hour yesterday sharing an impromptu reception with senators and representatives. The scene drew several lawmakers including Wheeler Teller and Randell of Pennsylvania as Bryan discussed the Democratic stance on currency with attentive listeners.

Washington Senate Willian J. Bryan Bryan Poi Slong House Weiles Teller Nebra

Deserted Bride Weeps as Groom Abandons City Hall Plan

In Boston on January 20 Vera White of Camblone waited at City Hall for a wedding with Miles White. The groom vanished, refusing to name his partner, while officials scrambled to salvage the ceremony. Vera faced an abandoned plan and a broken day as the bride rose to leave with her hopes in tatters.

City Mall Boston Vera White Camblone City Hall Miles White

Maine Herds Improving in Dairy Report

A Maine entitle commissioners report notes cattle examined show 4 percent with tuberculin reaction, with costs and engagement details for dairy herds. The announcement highlights progress in dairy cattle health and efficiency, including test outcomes and related expenditures.

Maine Coto Ametie Eer Eserovenl. Sc

Court Clears Daughter's Story In Alien Murder Case

In Bexeter New Jersey on January 20 Geraldine Walker testified daughter of the defendant in the Hoxie Walker Alienmuin case. The court cleared her of direct involvement while her brother Willard 18 confirmed alibis and said he never saw Hoxie at the home. Other witnesses Lafayette V Newvil Portemouth and William A Grover also testified.

Bexeter N. UL Geraldine Walker Hoxie Walker Thiemant Rody Mite Walker Rriaren Wilcle Hoxie Witliard St. the Carrols Hosle Ab Howe Lafayette V. Newvil Portemouth William A. Grover

Taft Invitation Not Political, Vermont Red Cross Clarifies

St Altai Jan 20 A statement by Dr B D Holton of the Vermont Red Cross and WL Van Patten president of the Vermont Society of the American Revolution explains the invitation extended to Hon William H Taft for the winter meeting. They say the invitation has no political aim and Taft’s address will cover the Song of the American Revolution and U S relations, including the Philippines.

St Altai de. B.D Holton Vermont Red Cros WL. van Patten Veriwmé Society of the Lone of the William H. Taft Vormant Society Ee Taft Foundatinn Ihm Gratitene Taft

James McConachie Dead Resident of Barre

James McConachie a Barre resident died today in Websterville at age 47 after a long illness. He came from Aberdeenshire Scotland and lived in Barre twenty years. He was a granite cutter and a member of Clan Gorton. He leaves a wife and four children.

Hyde York Dingema J. Seutey Hyde Mork Lucia Noyes Pneumomia Mapiday Jevleshint Namved Bloyas Prange Smalley Tosen Mre Waldo Bry KW. Hal- Wierd Balwant LN A. B Noyes Jorge Cameronal Chhurch James McConachie Webervile Skye Seestonile Yshing McConachie Websterville Vila City Jonurthile McCynnahle Barre Aberdeenshire Scchthend Harre Clan Gorton

Death of M Cook After Long Illness Funeral Friday

Michael Cook died at his home after a two year illness at age 12. He left a wife and six children, his father Elvin Cook, three sisters Ros Cook and Mrs Lyntin Gunton of Barre, and Mrs Ella Touful of Milford, plus one brother William F. Cook of Reochlant, California. The funeral will be Friday morning at 3 from Ttsconion's Church with burial in the Catholic cemetery.

Michael Cook Wos Maw Elvim Cook Ros Cook Mes Lintin Gunton Barre Mire Ella Toufl Mitefield Mase Ant William Fr. Cook Reochlant California Ttsconion’e Utholic

Funeral at St Monica's for Phillip E Peltier

Funeral services for Phillip E Peltier were held at St. Monica's Church with Rev EB PF Cray officiating. The church was crowded with friends and relatives as a large group of Knights of Columbus accompanied the casket to the Catholic cemetery. Floral tributes were described as very beautiful. pallbearers included J Hadigan, Harry Bonet, John Noss, Walter Scott, James McDonald, and James Kenefick.

Phillip E. Peltier St. Monica's Church John Noss Walter Scott James McDonald James Kenefick

General C H Howard Dies Brother Charles Howard Promoted

Gen C H Howard died from injuries reported yesterday, as his brother Gen Charles H Howard of Chicago rose to brigadier general after a long war record. General C H Howard and his son H S Howard traveled by train to Chicago yesterday.

Gees Charles IL Howart Chicago Charles Howant H. 5. Howard

Montpelier Ministers Reelect Officers at Annual Meeting

The Montpelier Association of Congregational Ministers held its annual meeting in Montpelier. The Rev W C Macintyre of Datin Rev Frazer Met of Randolph and Rev A M Smith of Roxbury were admitted to membership. The Rev Donald Fraser of Berlin was reelected president and Rev D H Strong of Williamstown as secretary and treasurer.

Montpelier Association of Congregational Ministers Montpelier W. C. Macintyre da Tin Frazer Randolph A. M. Smith Roxbury Donald Fraser Berlin Pone Rator Strong Williamstown

Rate Case Argued in Vermont Supreme Court Today

State v Central Vermont Railway case argued in the Vermont Supreme Court with Attorney General Fitts defending the state against the rail carrier. Dispute centers on alleged discrimination and handling of freight rates in transportation policy.

State Central Vermont RR Supreme Court Fitts State of Vermont Central Vermont Railrad

Watered milk and liquor selling cases in Burlington court

In Burlington on June 29 Sylvester Salls of South Burlington was fined 100 dollars for watered milk sales and John Martee was fined 300 dollars for selling liquor in city court reports.

Burlington Sylvester Salls South John Martee

Talk of the Town items and arrest noted

The city page mentions a death notice for Gramt A Aan and reports the arrest of James Mol by Special Officer A Z Stewart in a wandering state near the rediroad track. Several attendees at One City bated test evening autoviay include Kimball Pelle Aelaam and Leland Sysimaia Vi A Dee among others from New York and Adena.

James Mol A. Z. Stewart Rediroad Kimball Ennebierch Pelle Aelaam Haste Leland Sysimaia A. Dee Venton Pieter Iatinedl A. K. Hilden New Yorks Adena Boy MB Welton

Swift Arrested at Parade Over Public Order

Swifts arrest occurred amid ongoing open-air parades that have drawn attention from authorities. The incident, described in a fragmented report, notes continued patrols and a winter street scene as officers moved to enforce public order without incident.

Boos Jan h—Meertem Ll Swift Culeiton Parton Free State Winter Street Ewieturre

Building Permits and City Finances Reported in Barre

City report shows building activity in Barre for the year similar to 1900 with about 300 permits in 1900 and 50 last year. Temporary tax anticipation note of 5000 authorized, with issuance rules tied to mayor and finance chair. Ward activity varied. Ward four led with seven permits, while Ward one declined. Contested assessments and a dispute involving A Phelps over frontage improvements prompted protests and council consideration.

Barto Balidlage Martin Riley Warde Permate Oy City Council Mt Wich Finance Lenape Lower North Main Street

Jackson Lectures Dickens Reformer At Kell Tinbbard Lib

The Kell Tinbbard library hosted T. L. A. Jackson presenting Charles Dickens as novelist and reformer. His vivid language and excerpts from Dickens drew a attentive audience and offered a clear portrait of English society as reflected in Dickens’s work.

Kell Tinbbard Libwry St. Micatpelion T. L. A. Jackson Charles Dickens Dacken Furnlitor

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