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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1907
Page
1
An early morning explosion at the Maynard mass powder mills sent debris and shock waves miles around. Firefighters bravely fought the blaze as several buildings fractured and occupants were forced from bed. Cause unknown, several workers injured.
San Francisco June 7 The testimony about Parry Orchard in the Boise trial confirms the attempt to poison and bomb Seed W Bradley, former manager of the Bunker Hill and Sullivan mines in this city. Bradley reported the milk tasting very bitter at one point and a feed could have caused an explosion thought to be gas.
A Boise report notes Orchard facing tough cross examination as counsel questions his actions and timing. The defense aims to show Orchard entered the Pinkerton detective office promptly after the alleged incident while prosecutors recount his recounting to Molartland.
An airship voyage from Boston drifted off course after a breakdown near Revere Beach. The craft rose above downtown, then descended over the Park Street church area before landing near shore. Beachy Winagel worked to restart the engine and return, while rescuers towed the airship to shore and found the navigator unharmed.
Harrisburg reports from the state convention where Knox was not present. The party endorsed Knox for president and supported a platform praising Roosevelt and urging unity. The document marked a shift toward wartime and national issues and pledged party fidelity to the administration. A separate note mentions the Rev J Nichols and others attending university events in Richland.
Boston delegates at a convention of the International Marble Workers union charged that prison finished marble is used for a new Normal school building. They cited the Vermont convict wall as producing the marble and urged investigations into management and sales channels in New York and Boston.
An endurance automobile race under the New York Motor Club ended tragically near Clinton Heights east of Albany. Clarence McKensie, president of Standard Drake Co., was killed when his car struck an electric vehicle. Two others were seriously injured as the leader car crashed on a down grade crossing.
The town of Fann Haw has been swept away and thousands are believed lost after a tidal flood drove ships ashore and collapsed many houses. A service will be held each Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in the vestry of the M E church. Mrs Mary Eddy and Rev Mary Had Joy attended a district convention and other locals were noted.
Manchester Burlington claimed its 12th victory by defeating Laconia 5 to 1 in a postponed game at Manchester. Wherry pitched a fine game receiving solid support. McCarthy and Harmon were the only locals to collect two hits. Winn allowed six hits as the visitors led 2-0 after three frames, then Manchester added three more in the seventh. Monahan stole second, Murphy drew a key double, and Cotter drove in Harris with a single. Laconia managed a lone run in the same inning on McCarthy’s safe hit and Harvie’s throwing error, while Shea’s single and Wheely’s sacrifice highlighted the visitors’ seventh.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a longtime Vermonter and Yale alumnus, described as one of the oldest gravities at Yale college and a former member of Vermont structures, with unclear references to science and history.
Williamstown man elected amid a meeting that included A Renouard of New York City giving lectures. Officers chosen: President C M Edson Williams town. vice-presidents R E Miller Brandon and Eugene Carpenter Wells River. secretary A R B Hale Bradford. treasurer J H Melam Topsham. executive committee members listed. Resolutions on death of A Hatel elder Plainfield adopted. Embalmers association notes and convention remarks.
Local report notes a rain soaked ball game last night with the clerks defeating the stone gutteers by five runs to zero. Mrs. Fred Folsom shows marked improvement and may soon be out. Miss Lona Dakotlau assists with house work. A. B. Howe returns from Burlington after attending the Eastern Star meeting. during his absence Simon Martin is mentioned in the text with unclear context.
Boston June 7 Owner Taylor of the Boston Red Sox announces a trade sending Jimmy Collins to the Phillies Athletics for Knight the third baseman from Philadelphia. A committee formed with H W Nelson Walter Dunlap and others will elect officers of the masocration. about 187 dollars was subscribed last night. Will be held later to finish officer elections.
A Vermont clergyman led a protest against local officials not enforcing a Sunday law. Rev. Cooke opened a crate stand and urged removal or resignation of constables and deputies for non performance, but officers refused to resign, maintaining popular support and asserting no authority to replace them.
In a one sided affair Burlington defeated Laconia 11 to 1. Key moments included O Day and Peanes delivering two base hits, A Sullivan and Lagonda contributing, while McNamera and Gurney fanned six and five batters respectively. Fielding errors aided Burlington's big inning.
In Montpelier a man and a woman appeared on adultery charges. The case involved Athans Jones Stephen Kennett and Mise Jonnie Cote of Montgomery. The court ordered them to appear at the bar as charged.
Boston June 7 Edith Goodrich 32 was found fatally injured at her Roxbury home. She died at City Hospital from head contusions and cerebral hemorrhages after remaining unconscious. Police pursue possible homicide with an arrest expected as family cites long illness before the fall.
In a compact town note Deputy Sheriff E W Kent of Tanlon presided over a gathering with a focus on local business. Mentions of audience, angler, and various names hint at a lively community issue, though many words are garbled.
City Court disposed of seven drunk cases and one tramp with overtime work and no extra pay, setting a local record. Defendants included Shoal Geuthier of Montpelier who pled guilty to intoxication, Coyle jailed 60 days, and others from Brockton, Littleton, Hartford, and Barre facing fines or jail terms up to 60 days.
Chelsea June 7 The first Orange county jury trial to be heard in a case brought by Harry Morton of Randolph seeks damages for an alleged illegal prosecution by B A Pitta of Brookfield. Morton says he is innocent and refuses settlement terms. Council for Morton include J Edison and M Harvey. for Pitta include Wilton. Many townspeople attended.
Miss Hlunche Ellie daughter of Lowia Ellis and Thomas Graham wed at the home of charts Ma in Old Orchard Missouri. The event drew Barte community members with family guests and close friends attending the ceremony and reception on the wedding day.
The Washington county Woman s Christian Temperance Union held its 26th annual session in East Barre June 4 and 5. Weather reduced attendance but events proceeded with addresses by Rev A N Leocentt and Mrs B J Trego of Cleveland. The program included Loyal Temperance Legion exercises and devotional meetings led by Rev G W Winter. County officers elected: president Mrs Adda Richmond Northfield. secretary Miss Alice Rintehelder Plainfield. treasurer Mrs Ky J Winwell Cabot. second vice president Mrs Addie Waterman Barre.
A jumble of names places and events from Len Tilten's ad page referencing Burlington Richmond and Marshfield visits. Items include births at North Main Street, church choir meetings, a public dance and a sale at Tilden's, plus travel notes and community notices about clubs, weddings and local happenings.
In a Times communication Dr Miller claimed he would handle hospital certificate holders at standard medicine rates. Dr Duffy denies agreeing to treat such patients and explains he could not take on additional amphient charges. Miller says he issued 1000 to 2000 certificates for $1 each. Duffy disputes the balance of events and access to funds.
The funeral for Gilbert S. Carver, born in Calais in 1817, was held at two o'clock after he died leaving a wife and son J. Ward Carver of Barre City. The Rev. G. Lewis officiated with many townspeople in attendance, pallbearers named, and interment in the local cemetery. A second obituary notes the interment of Gertrude Fanotta, daughter of Mr and Mrs A Zanotte, with Rev. Father Foffiela officiating and pallbearers listed among local families.
The 42nd annual meeting of the association elected officers including President Dred BW. Cheha of Fan, vice presidents Tony Florents and Wy Fisk, secretary Waite of Dobums, and treasurer Dr Percy Le Templeton. Other named officers include Dr Frank of Chelasa and Dr George Wash, with additional members from Landing and Mills.
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