03 Jun 1907
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1907
Page
1
A severe Newark blaze at Turnverein hall early today killed three residents, including Janitor Joseph Hoeneke, his wife, and child. The fire destroyed the building, caused thousands in damages, and left four others unaccounted for as firefighters battled the flames.
A deadly blaze in Bridgeport destroyed a four story brick building owned by Dennis McNamara. Carl Tender, 18, was killed when walls collapsed during the fire. Read & Garrett of New Haven occupied the premises. The loss is estimated at about 325,000 with partial insurance. Firefighters were knocked to the ground by falling bricks and several others escaped by narrow margins.
A Southern Pacific derailment four miles west of Lover Station destroyed a night train. One man died instantly and many others were hurt. Causes cite defective steel or broken tie links, with some details unclear as dawn approached. Emergency crews work through the wreck.
St Johnsbury hosts a windy track meet where Ness and Wilcon set new marks in sprint events and a 12 2 record. Despite gusts, several efforts fell short as the 28 class of 08 contest concluded with 5 first places and 20 to 25 total medals awarded.
June 3 report states Brass Yu and A. Wytkoff of Elmira lead a project to build a municipal water system tying into the Avetema-fren pond. Estimated construction cost under $900,000 with work to begin promptly and complete by January 1, 1908.
The June report notes an advance in wages to five percent in many cotton mills across New England, lifting pay to the highest levels on record as nearly 200,000 workers gain. The article cites Governor Guild and Maine court actions, including a Robb case, with references to Bristol business figures and local industry upheaval in an era of growing labor privileges.
Snow fell in New York on June 3 as a light shower swirled through the metropolis. Temperatures ranged from 45 to 67 degrees with a record coldest day noted. a heavy wind and rain disrupted holiday outings. In the Bronx a two story frame house under construction was torn apart, with shingles and signs ripped from buildings and workmen’s shanties displaced along Third Avenue.
Washington DC June 4 Edwin E Holmes statistician of the agricultural department is on trial in criminal court under an indictment with Frederick A Peckham and Monthias of New York for money in the cotton lease case. Holmes faced trial alone as extradition issues stalled Hass and others. The next action hinges on the Holmes case decision.
A San Francisco court arraigned Patrick Culhon Thornwell Mallaly They L Ford E Abbott Abraham Runt and Mayor nee E Schmite on indictments charging bribery of supervisors to favor a trolley project with United Railroads. Indictments were weak and counsels moved to set aside. Arguments to be heard this week.
Memorial Day week misdeed led to suspensions as a group of students confessed to cutting down a flag on school grounds. The incident prompted a district hearing with several boys and their parents summoned for examination and disciplinary action.
White River Junction was the scene of a theft and arson scare as two Vermont youths, Elmer Kenyon from Richford and Richard Hadock from Annis Place, escaped the state Industrial School. They were arrested after stolen gold pens neckties and other items were found at a secondhand story run by Feed Pippin. A pistol was found under one boy’s pillow. both are 17 or 18 and in custody.
Local brief lists unclear events and names in a jumble. Mentions Spaulding High School baseball at Williametown, and a church tea at Hebra Teal Presbyterian. Tuesday evening schedule and various names appear, including J Amor and others, with scattered place names like Hartland and St Johnsbury.
Joseph Barry mistaken for Fred Crosby in Quincy wanted case. Barry, from Spencer, Mass, and recently working in Hardwick, pleaded guilty to intoxication. Judge Scott suspended sentence for probation, then sent Barry to county jail for 1 day after inability to pay costs. Another man, John Kelley, jailed 20 days for intoxication and linked to theft of 400 dollars from Timber and Boal.
A garbled note describes Central Vermont changes with mentions of Whian Carrigan and Oldtown Maine. It hints at a Wednesday decision and potential work for Mangor Avonalgoek with names Lewis Blanc and others in a bidding or billing context, unclear due to OCR errors.
June 3 report from Burlington details a stabbing fight late Saturday night involving George and John Rees Initer wool merchant and Panee Seene Wee. John Kelly sustained deep facial wounds. quarrel suspected to center on money matters.
Duane Wood of Burlington files for bankruptcy in district court. Petition lists debts of 17,055.55 dollars with assets of 1,107 dollars, of which 707 dollars are exempt. Proceedings initiated with the district clerk.
Uproar follows a Wednesday cancelation of Miss Mo. Coons wedding to Mr. Pak Mra Albro Burnham. Rev P Chase officiated pay and vows at Megivans Plain dighl. neighbors planned farewell gifts totaling $20 with silver and linen items. Grace Mente played a wedding march as guests offered best wishes for future happiness.
A letter to the editor from Mr Mann urges Barre voters to demand a detailed accounting of school spending. He advocates adding rooms in four city schoolhouses to enlarge capacity, with stairways and halls detailed, arguing current facilities waste funds and threaten safety. He calls for examination of nonresident pupils and asks for a vote at the upcoming meeting.
A letter to the editor criticizes the local school board for sidelining unmerited women educators and questions the process of placing them in schools. The writer urges fair hiring and expresses worry about mothers’ access to stable employment and housing in Massachusetts and New York, noting parental concerns.
Professor M. Austin Tuttle formerly of Goddard and Annie Bliss were married in New York on a Saturday afternoon. The bride, Mind Annie J. Blew, is daughter of Col. Dive of New York. The couple plan a European trip, with Prof. Tuttle soon to teach at Tutte College and later at Brooklyn Polytechnic Institute.
Preliminary operations began at Montpelier for the coal powered ship undergoing repairs. The project involved Dawdle from the Dolby and Lennenc Company coordinating two averageheDe steps, marking the initial stage of the overhaul project.
The Burns club and families gathered at Caledonia Park for their annual summer outing. A baseball game captained by Willian Mackie ended 7 to 2, with Lamont knocked out early and George Sete replacing him. The event featured dancing in the pavilion and a Wells River train return at seven.
A chaotic league reshuffle unfolds as East Manchester looks to exit or be replaced by Plattsburgh style, with Lenigia directors meeting in Laconia. Barre Montpelier shows interest in merger options while West Manatee area weighs a favorable response.
A reunion in Barre brings together brothers who had not seen each other for forty years. At Mrs. A. A. Northrop’s home, 174 Merchant Street, the gathering includes Howard W. Winslow traveling from Brattle, Washington, and others from Whitefield New Hampshire. The event evokes strong emotions as relatives reconnect after decades, with plans for future contact and a warm, communal atmosphere.
A frantic mother recovered her child near Maple Avenue after the boy wandered for about three hours. Police officers Joan Iver and Joseph Dyer found him near Main Street and helped reunite him with Mrs. Charles Johnson, who lived on Maple Avenue, crying with relief as the child was embraced.
H C Campbell a long time City of New Alexandria water works employee died yesterday from complications of health issues. He was a son of the late Alexander Campbell and is survived by a wife two sons and two daughters. Funeral services will be Tuesday at a time to be announced at St Augustine's Church with Society involvement in charge.
Elizabeth J. Foster, a student at Saar seminary aged about 17, died after a brief illness. Funeral services were held at 2 PM at the family home with Reverend C. Cymer officiating. Interment followed at Lake View Cemetery in Burlington.
Word was received of the sudden death of bear ay ton in Los Angeles Cal on Friday. Mr Moulton formerly lived in Carte and left a wife Lulu Moulton who was granted a divorce from him at the present town of Washington County court.
Funeral services for Idaera Moves B. Bylow were held yesterday at the home of her parents on 91st Street with Rev. F. Alfgre officiating. Interment followed in the cemetery. Floral tributes included a pillow with the name Mabel from family and a wreath from the employer, Lelnd & Hall Company. Numerous friends and relatives sent arrangements.
Fragmentary OCR describes funeral services for John L. Clark conducted at Hope cemetery with references to his son in law and various names. The text is garbled but indicates burial rites and a memorial setting.
Mrs. George Allen and three others were thrown from a wagon when a frightened horse crashed into a telephone pole near South Main and Quarry streets. Mrs. Allen suffered a serious spine injury and potential paralysis but doctors hope for no lasting damage. Ernest Allen and Mabel Garrity were shaken but walked away. Leonard Allen remained uninjured. Neighbors and local help restrained the horse and aided the injured until medical help arrived.
An unknown man narrowly escaped serious injury after being knocked down and run over following a street collision near Granite Street. An electric car had a mishap, frightening bystanders while a town wagon and a woman passed by. The driver of the wagon returned the team to its place. no other injuries reported, and blame remains unclear.
A dog is killed by a gunshot in Gouasholt amid a night disturbance. Witnesses report a heavy, erratic scene with possible involvement of a local resident and threats of prosecution. Authorities note firearms restrictions and ongoing interviews regarding the canine death.
Bylow in Hylow narrates a brief notice about Fe Wie 80 Unie acquiring lands for Weir Kin. The fragment mentions Urilets and TST Air with limited readable context. Names appear garbled but imply a local deal or transfer.
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