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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1903

Page

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Enid Oklahoma Tale Identifies Booth Closer to Lincoln Assassin

A Globe Democrat report from Enid Oklahoma cites Junius Brutus Booth the son of John Wilkes Booth as identifying the body found January 14 as John Wilkes Booth. Bates of Memphis Tennessee corroborates with others who knew Booth and confirms the assassination link and subsequent movements after Lincoln was shot.

St. Lewis Globe Democrat Enid Junius Brutus John Wilkes Lincoln David E. George George K. L. Bates Memphis Tent Bates John Wilkes Booth Joseph Jefferson Clara Morris Mr. Bates Xs Booth Garrett Eee Virginia Tuddy Booth Garveils Kentucky Gistiroee Mills John St. Helen

Train Lost Sparks Mountain Passengers Missing En Route

Reported loss of a passenger train from Joan to Komenity due at 4 pm. Rail officials, including General Harmon from Chicago, coordinate rescue efforts to locate the missing train and evacuate passengers at all costs. The article notes extreme weather and uncertain conditions hampering search.

Lelong Maude Kanade City The Journal Chisaga Hertington Joan Komenity General Harmon Chicago Osen Nnal Lasard

Forest fires threaten eastern Maine communities townwide

Fires sweep eastern and northern Maine as loggers and farmers brace for losses. Reedsport and nearby hamlets face encroaching flames while Monticello’s Sharpe saw mill burns. Officials expect relief if rain comes soon, with damages estimated in the millions for farmers in the region.

Bangor

Rumor of Poison Plot Against Queen Servia

ViennaJune5 The Mi Zettung states a persistent rumor in Belgrade that an attempt was made to poison Queen Draga of Servia. The queen reportedly warned, served poisoned food to a dog that died, and the next night the king Alexanders Vrettoh chef was found in the palace with a balloon heart. The reports say he killed himself.

Vienna Mi Zettung Draga Servia Alexander

Maine Man Burned After Lamp Fire at Sewell's Bridge

Edwin HM died when a lamp toppled and caused a blaze that consumed his Sewell's Bridge home in Maine. His wife and five year old son escaped from the roof in their night clothes, aided by others as the fire spread rapidly.

Portsmouth N.fl Edwin HM Sewell's Bridge Maine

Moody Merrill Baysie Pleads Not Guilty in Superior Court

Moody Merrill Baysie was arraigned in the Superior Criminal Court this morning and pleaded not guilty to the alleged embezzlement of $10,000 from Mrs. Cohen before he absconded from Boston ten years ago. He was held in $10,000 bail pending a later hearing.

Boston Jane Moody Merrill Cohen

Shamrock 1 and Erin Reach Azores After Voyage

The Commercial Cable company reports Shamrock 1 and the Erin arriving at Azores with Shamrock 1 expected to dock tomorrow. In Cornish Maine on June 3 Arthur Lang was charged with the murder of Afisy Broad and discharged after a preliminary hearing.

New York Erin Azores Cornish Arthur Lang i Afisy Broad

BASE BALL IN BURLINGTON OPENING TEAM SIGNINGS

Burlington prepares for the season with manager Brodie securing funds and two new signings. Sanford Moet ex Lafayette joins as left fielder, who previously played with Albany in the State League and reportedly eloped last season. Players arrive around June 20 and start practice, with exhibition games at Athletic Park before the June 27 schedule opener.

Angie Sanson Tesinte Burlington Brodie Ta Gelunel Childs St. Athans Sanford A. Moet Lafayette Albany Athletic Park

Terrifying Pacific gale sinks ships with heavy loss

A two day storm along the coast wrecked dozens of boats at Valparaiso. The Pacrée Steam Navy steamer Arequipa with 40 aboard foundered and no one was saved. The British ship Feral struck the breakwater. six crew members and the captain's wife and son were lost. A Chilean park near Foydale saw two drownings.

Valparaiso Pacrée Steam Navy Company Arequipa Foydale

Village votes for sewers and bids to build system

Special village meeting follows a prior vote to borrow 7000 dollars for a sewer network serving areas with existing sewerage. Voters approve sewers 121 to 0 and authorize trustees to seek bids from two or more contractors, aiming to start work this month.

Tandolph balidLi

Henley Entries Closed for Regatta Date

London reports the Henley regatta entries closed with foreign clubs listed. Names include Titus at Atalanta Boat Club New York Jovrnal Veeper Boat elu Philadelphia Recholes Bon Rowing Club Toronto and Argonauts Toronto. Regatta slated for July 7 5.

Henley London

Not Guilty Of Selling Beer By Arcand At Burlington Trial

A Burlington jury acquitted Arthur Arcand in a city court trial on charges of selling beer. Evidence showed Arcand bought a large quantity in April and May for personal use. witnesses testified they had never seen him sell liquor. The defense argued the beer was for own use and the jury found him not guilty.

Arthur Arcand Burlington Argand Arcand

Telephone change unites two lines under one management

Morrisville June 3 In a lease arrangement the Citixens Telephone company takes over the New England line and combines operations. Headquarters will stay in the old New England office with future central office in Crowne block Portland street. F A Carr moves to New Hampshire while KH Vauvour leads the combined company.

Marrieville Lessee Morrisville Testerday Juve Iat Citheons’ Telephone Company Few England ‘Telephone Company Offce Offic New England Company Crowne Block Portland Street F. A. Carr New England New Hampshire Claremont Lancaster KH. Vauvour Citizena Pew

Indian relics found in cave intrigue Waterbury man

June 2 Waterbury W B Thompson found a carved wooden Indian kettle in a cave while searching for a misplaced item. The kettle, wooden and finely carved, broke its bottom upon inspection. A tomahawk and a stone-lined grave-like feature were also observed.

Waterbury Man Waterbury W. B. Thompson Thompson Mr. Thompson

Shore and Passengers For Nome Steamer Passage Prospects

About one thousand people left Seattle bound for Nome aboard the Senator Oregon and Jeanie. The port mission carried freight and passengers to capacity. Hundreds seeking passage were turned away as ships filled.

Nome Seattle Wank Senator Oregon Jeanie Rach Wis

Low Water Counts Close Cotton Mill Late Afternoon

A cotton and woolen mill ceased operations about 4 o'clock yesterday due to low water. The mill was expected to resume on Thursday morning after the water levels stabilized. workers faced an early shutdown with potential restart the next workday.

Winowski Milla

May He Fire On Me Hunger Mount Hanger Idyll

A fragmentary report describes a dark omen over Mount Hanger near the town of Middingex. The tale mentions a dense black smoke hanging above the peak and an unsettled mood, though details remain unfinished and unclear.

Monypetior Sanes Hanger Middingex

Two Mills Fire Destroys Block in Bennington

A serious blaze in Bennington, June 2, wiped out the North River Manufacturing Co boiler room and burned an entire street side. Firefighters from Hatdabane aided, two men suffered injuries, and losses are estimated between 15 000 and 20 000 dollars as shops, a hall, a house, and a barn burned.

Bennington Whiting Rille North River Manufacturing Company Adaenov Theatrest Teres Martin Reed Door North River Manufaturing Co The Knights of’ Honor Albert Stetson Daniel J. Collins North River Trac J Co

Fire men rush to save mill amid mountain blazes

Middlebury June 3 forest fires rage on eastern mountains driven by a 24 hour north wind. Col T M Chapman heads a large force to protect a large saw mill at the fire front. Edson Brown and C F Rich also travel with crews to defend timber land and nearby buildings as flames threaten about 25 structures.

Firefighters battle wildfires in Vermont region near Worcester Mountain

On June 2 a forest fire situation worsens across Montpelier and Wells River lines. A hand fire crew was sent by Supt. PW Stanyan to the Goslant lumber yard and a fire engine aids the effort with water supplies abundant. Fire densest in the Windoski valley obscuring nearby landmarks. crews work to prevent spread toward the railway.

Worcester Mountain Montpelier Amund Swat Botts Winodski

Drunks at Waterbury Reported in Falls Road Area

Four arrests made by Constable C C Graves yesterday afternoon at the Stewart house on Falls road street. Patrick Flynn appeared before Justice J K Fullerton with a case and a release will be sent to Rutland for furnishing. Louis Stewart paid $10 for intoxication and an under the blanket act charge was postponed to Monday. Hattie Lovely fined for intoxication and another blanket act charge not pressed.

Waterbury Jane C.C. Graves Stewart Falls 'Road Street J. K. Fullerton Pester Patrick Flynd Giaeyarta Rutland Louis Stewart Bin Hattie Lovely

St Johnsbury Reports Similar Intoxication Arrests

Police records show intoxication arrests in St Johnsbury for the three months ending yesterday number eleven, about the same as the prior year’s nine. Despite the town voting no, advocates remain hopeful for a shift in the next year.

St. Johnsbury June S

Crag Jorgensen Rifles Arrive for Vermont Units

Vermont's quota of Krag Jorgensen rifles has been distributed to companies including Company K. The 5 percent allotment ships in ten rifle boxes with belt cartridges bayonets and straps. The new carbines are described as efficient and well equipped with five rifle production features on each side.

Vermont Company K

Montpelier Court Holds Busy Forenoon Session

Montpelier court heard four men face trial on intoxication charges this forenoon. George Cannon pleaded guilty to a second offense and paid 15 dollars plus costs. Felic Pulot of Barlin Falls New Hampshire faced a first offense with a future trial. Willan Carpenter Dolph and John McMahon also appeared, McMahon asking to proceed to trial on June 13, with a ball set.

James Cadger's Funeral Held on Cottage Street

The funeral of James Cadger was held at 3 o clock yesterday afternoon from his late home on Cottage Street. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. T. H. Miei and Rev. Edie K. Mones. A gathering from Trend temas ney 3 attended, with mourners present. The burial occurred at Elmwood Cemetery beside his deceased brother. Tributes were handsome. Bearers were Alex Dobie, James Alison, Tom Marr, James Evans, John Mei Donald, and Geo Troup.

Janes Cadger Cottage Street T. H. Miei Edie K. Mones oThae Wan Trend Temas Ney Oo Ee Elmwood Osmotary Alex Dobie Jamas Aison Tom Marr Janes Evans John Mei Donald Geo Cs ‘Troup

Funeral of S. H. Perry Held at Hapbee Church

Funeral yesterday afternoon for S H Perry at Hapbee Church drew a large gathering of relatives and friends. The service commenced at two o’clock, with many attendees noting the sorrow and condolences for the family.

Vermont Liquor Licenses Totals Announced by Northfield News

The Northfield News lists licenses by class and town in Vermont granting 137 total licenses to sell liquor for consumption off premises. It notes 1400 licenses across cities and towns, with druggists excluded and no seventh class licenses issued for on premise consumption.

Merluuten Lense Vermont Northfield News Xeoord Mann Thakeb

Repair at Henwood Opens in Montpelier June

June 3 Montpelier Mr Payne of New York receives the late Thomma W Wood’s New York studio seat and check to fund repairs planned for Midenwood summer home. The Wood Art has sent valuable portraits from the New York studio including Justin Morrill and Mr Wood.

Montpelier Mr. Payne New York Thomma W. Wood

Suburban Boy Rescued From River Fall

This forenoon nine year old Wendell Grown son of FE L Grown fell ten feet from an iron bridge into a river ten feet deep Erik Anderson a passing stone cutter leaped over the bridge and saved him from a second plunge into the water in a dramatic rescue by a passerby

Northigid Duns Wendell FE. L. Grown Erik Anderson

Wells River Lawyer Raymond A Smith Improves

Wells River Jan 2 The condition of Raymond A Smith the young Wells River lawyer who was taken to the McLean retreat at Waverly Mass a few weeks ago is somewhat improved Doctors believe the insanity is temporary and indications of recovery are encouraging

Wells River Jané Raymond A. Smith McLean Waverly Mass

Lipton profits report stirs stockholders hopes

London Janet reports at a Lipton meeting the year's profits were announced as figures not fully legible. Stockholders expressed hope that a key figure would win in the American market as resolutions and statements were discussed.

London Janet Thomas Lipton Joliana

City Court Reports May Intoxication Arrests Rise

In city court for a month a total of twenty seven intoxication arrests produced convictions in all but one. Nine breach of peace cases were noted, with three defendants cited for a second offense. The figure exceeds last year while comparisons show Harlington and Rutland had far fewer intoxication arrests. The report discusses the impact of a new law and police enforcement in the city.

Heensad Jane Palsee Arcaati Amall Harlington Rutland Aanenifénse Montpellets Varmont

WANTS BIS WATCH BACK

Alex Pindlay caused a stir in the city yesterday as he sought the return of a watch and bundle of clothes he says were left for safekeeping three years ago. He urged a police arrest of a woman, offered to accompany officers, but the officer refused without a warrant. Findlay departed, last seen at a local tavern, still unarrested.

Alex. Pindlay Efurts Findlay Mia Nicholson Jay Na Honal Banieorner Che Wenn Ty

Charity Stock Sale Evening Programme

A stock sale event held at the M. El Char features an arranged programme with solos by Mr Oliver and Miss Eva Smith, piano trio by Miss Sanders, Kenerson and Vaughn, recitations by Hazel L, readings by Mrs Bradley, and Miss Trow. Cream and cake will be served as attendees examine items for sale.

M. EL Char Mr. Oliver Miss Eva Smith Miases Sanders Kenerson Vaughn Hazel Mra. Bradley Miss Trow

Excursion to Missisquoi Park by Central Vermont line

A picnic excursion to Missisquoi Park in Highgate Springs is planned for Thursday June 4. The Central Vermont Railway will run round trip tickets from Barre and Montpelier to the park with departures at 8 20 am and 9 00 am and return at 3 30 pm and 6 40 pm. Tickets are valid only for June 4.

Misalsquoi Park Highgate Springs Vermont Insular Park Barre Montpeller Jane Mirtchetee Montpellier Werive

Canadian reciprocity notice from Boston leader

William E Brigham secretary of the New Reciprocity Leagues announces increased interest in Canadian reciprocity and offers to send the National Reciprocity Magazine to applicants free of charge at the 80% Board of Trade Building Boston with open application.

William E. Brigham Board of Trade Boston Jilat

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