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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1911

Page

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Maine Crime Probed After Husband Linked to Matrimonial Agency

A Farmington Maine inquiry followed the discovery of Mrs Etta Taylor's body near her home. Marshall Taylor, her husband, had long correspondence with a matrimonial agency as authorities investigated the death, with a coroner and deputies examining the scene and ruling the cause a possible axe or close range gunshot.

Farmington String Mra Etta Traylor Freequan Yestering Marshall Taylor Taylor Roth Taylor Guida Searles Freeman Verlieshand Rly Filan Duncan W. P. Small Strong G. L. Tratt Gyrus A. Blanchard Wilton

All bids rejected for Richford post office project

Richford June 12 The Sweat-Com inga company a bidder for the United States postoffice and our tombstone job here has been notified by the United States treasury department that all the bids have been rejected due to the appropriation. New plans and specifications will be drawn up and revised causing delays in the building's construction.

Richford Sweat-Cominga Company United States Postoffice Tomboise United States Treasury Department Evanse Ted Ye

Talk of the Town items from Waterbury and beyond

Francis Olen ami James Coutty spent Sunday with friends in North Mies Huth Sharkey of Waterbury laa hoc and Mrs Sam Segel returned home after nursing with parents in Toston. John S Hate Rensell Hoyt Wither ansels Walter Hroggs and Clyde Fras er were visitors in Waterbury. The Moles of Mystery a feature detective story and more played at the Bijou. Thomas Pavidson of Farfield avenue fractured his left wrist while a Jagime baseball at East Barre and is recovering. Mrs Kila Hynsell performed as pianist at the Draminsnd theatre. Tenere and Clark A H Buexell Arthur Jones Linn Neb attended. City hotel arrivals included AL TL Moe.

Mies Huth Sharkey Waterbury Laa Hoc Sam, Segel Toston Raturnnd John S. Hate Rensell Hoyt Wither Ansels Walter Hroggs Clyde Fraser Bijou Thomas Pavidson Farfield Avenue East Barre Kila Hynsell Drowmisnd Clark A. H. Buexell Arthur Jones Linn Neb Tenere Outi Esander Ng City Hotel

Goddard Claims Championship of the State

The Goddard seminary baseball team claims the state title under schoolmasters rules after a 15 straight victories season including a decisive win over Burlington High and a track meet victory at the University of Vermont. They list a schedule with wins over Vermont Academy, Johnson High, Peoples Academy, Spaulding High, and others, noting upcoming ineligible games will not affect the claim.

Ueddant Seminary Goddard Enn Mthileties Godland Universit of Vermont Ming Diedkdard Eas Ir Ty Bavelall He's Academy & Core Ane Vermont Academy Johnson High Geldant Barlington High Peoples Academy Icklard Peoples Acadery Gaddant Spaulding High

Lightning Strikes Widespread In Severe Storms

A severe electrical storm yesterday afternoon damaged several buildings and knocked out electricity near Washington Street and Quarry Street. In Middlesex village a fire leveled a house and barn owned by Price, with losses over 1000. Sparks and shattered telephones and lights disrupted shops, homes, and a drug store as a strong storm swept Swanton and the Sweet Side of the Mipsingaoi river left village lights off all night.

Aber Washington Street Harry Patterson Etta Eastman East Borre Bolt Frank Roark Foresters’ Hall A_ holt George Lermond Boveo Charles Perrin Middlesex Thomas FE Price Oecuiol Treeman Fay Mrs. Fay Swanton Mipsingaoi H. G. Jones Arthur Hall Hl. R

Masonic Week in Burlington Opens Thirty-Seventh Vermont Council Session

Burlington hosts Masonic Week with the thirty seventh annual session of the Vermont council of deliberation. An opening address by Deity March of Window Semaral at Burlington on June 12. The event features Aleeonie work and the ongoing proceedings of Seamon of Ver mont Courcs in Session.

Burlington Seamon ‘of Vermont Courcs Aleeonie Vermont Couseil

Orton Falls From Embankment In Fairfax Race

In Fairfax on June 2 J G Orton attempting to turn out for a team drove off a high bank near the Baptist church. The carriage overturned leaving Orton with two broken ribs a bruised shoulder and possible internal injuries. Fellow passenger Henry Col Nien escaped harm.

Fairfax J. G. Orton BR. Reynolds Hy O

Woman Injured When Auto Turned Over Near Albans

Mrs Emery Brown of Albans was seriously injured when her automobile skidded and overturned two miles from Branch's corner while driving to visit her mother in Swanton. The car toped, her husband, their young child and another daughter were in the car. she suffered fractures and internal injuries. She was brought home for treatment with a suspender and bandaged injuries. Accident described as the worst in the area for the time.

Albans Emery Brown Ciy Grealien Brian Hand Swanton Branch’s Corner Brown

Spaulding High School Expands Commercial Dept to Four Years

The Spaulding High School will change its commercial department from a three-year to a four-year course starting next term to align with state standards. Students who began the shorter program may finish it, and the shift follows a trend as many other high schools now offer a four-year commercial program. The department’s four-year course has been in place only two years and aims to strengthen the program.

Spaulding High School High Geht Ti Te

Glenugie Club Outing Draws Large Clan Reunion at Caledonia Park

The Glenugie club held an annual planse and reunion at Caledonia Park last Saturday afternoon. Despite poor weather, many members from the old Scottish district attended with wives and families. Coburn's three-piece orchestra provided music while two teams played baseball, Thompson's squad winning 18 to 4. George Heath starred with the bat and umpire Leslie Creighton drew praise for fair calls. The event closed with a lively song of “Awid Syne” and a prize list announced for numerous attendees.

Glenugie Caledonia Park Scotland of Coburn James Maaste G. Thompson Thompson Jamie George Heath Leslie Creighton Booth Tews’ Rave R. Davideon Alex Lillie Thonadd Hurle’ Ree Ida Balgh Violet Lilie Mortimer Germat Marion Clark Christina Catherine Troop Beatrice Mrs. Morgan Mere I Murreyry Gerrant Mrs. Mortinet

Aberdeen granite man surprised by American visit

Mr and Mrs Alexamiley Wilson of Aberdeen Scotland visit Mrs Mary A Downie in Merchant street. The couple’s host Mr James Glass hosts a party to honor the granite magnate, who is surprised by the extent of his industry and the size of American granite operations. He notes his long work in the granite trade and prior years in Aberdeen, with plans to return to New York and then Aberdeen.

Alexamiley Wilson Aoerdeen Scotland Mary A. Downie Merchant Street James Glass Wilson Aberdeen Abmateet Doring Booth Ifte Ale Heath Wilkow New York Washington Chicago Jarre

Inspiring Sermon Before Odd Fellows at Congregational Church

The sermon by Rev. J. W. Barnett urged Odd Fellows and Rebekahs to adopt the Samaritan spirit of neighborly aid. He contrasted the Good Samaritan with the Levite and priest, stressing active benevolence beyond organizational bounds and the duty to extend kindness to all in need.

J. W. Barnett Congregational Church Onter of Bright Star Hebnkal Dare W. Barnett Latier Mal Mty Sameritan Oman Odd Fellows Rebekahs Ramariien Samaritan

Advertising Order Sparks Swanton Firm Push

The Folin Hood Ammunition Company of Swanton, VI, signs a large advertising contract with Burlington agency. Campaign aims to run in outlets nationwide, expanding visibility. Company notes growing popularity and broadening market reach.

Robin Hood Ammunition Company Hays Folin Hood Ammunition Company Swanton Burlington Ttn Dretine Ite Taree Miedern

Death's Hand Takes Oldest Man in Vermont at 90

Alvin F. Smith of Harve, the oldest resident in Hart and Washington county, died last night after pneumonia. Born May 25, 1815 in Brookfield, he lived in four nearby towns and Barre with his sons. Survived by sister Mrs. Mary Lewton and five children, he was a longtime Methodist and noted for his memory and learning.

Alvin F. Smith Harve Washington County Mikson Mary Lewton Montpelier Emory TL. Smith Hart Famil Rory L. Smith G. A If Parrington Mr Smith Brookield Newton Arente Connecticut Randalph Smith Trent 4They Mr. Smith Tia Emory Ts. Smith Hin Susan Lewis Cabot Northfield Ja Tin Williamstown Minelvania M. Williams Mc Smith Northield Rexture Harte Rightern Barre Northfelt Dan A Perry Montpelier Rou Vas Sendas

Aunt Polly Roben Celebrates 100th Birthday in South Barre

Aunt Polly Roben marked her 100th birthday at a South Barre home on June 10 with friends and family. Born in Ryegate on June 10, 1891, she has cared for invalid brothers and helped her father and minister during illness, remaining cheerful and devoted to relatives and neighbors.

Polly Roben South Barre D. G. Roben South Don Jackson Williametown Lolly Anben Ryegate Polly Mier

Mormon Conference in Worthen Hall Vermont

A Vermont news note reports a Mormon conference held in Worthen Hall attended by about twenty from Vermont and neighboring states. Elders from New Hampshire and Vermont missions spoke on faith aspects, including prophecy, revelation, and eternal rewards, with a closing business session and visitors from Salt Lake City and New York.

New Hampshire Vermont Ellete Worthen Hall Bon EB Rich New York City Phelon Joseph J. Harper Mhion New Weekliire William Austin Salthake City Utall Vermont Missian Winagy Delivierio Joon Green Hills Kainape Neigboring Mich Thane Cty New Hampshire Mission Pone H Harper Albina Jay Jopepl Page Dayton Tac Victor Austin Kinho Falls Tong Leonard Stuart Charlestown Eliak Mather Hyde Park Utah A. Tra Cox Fairview Vinh Meridith Rogers Gariend David Hancock Syracuse William Mack Farlane J. A. Turner Eaton Col Willua W. Austin Salt Lake City J. A. Bullock Provo F A. Miller Spanish Forks Gros C. Larsen Willuma Cumberland W. Fiery Poole

The Incurable Optimism of Youth at Goddard Seminary

Goddard Seminary opened its 424th commencement week with Rev. Charles J. Staples delivering The Incurable Optimism of Youth at Universalist Church. He urged youths to balance lifelong vitality with responsible life work, urging health as a foundation for faith and joy, and questioning the purpose of youthful energy in service.

Goddard Seminary Universalist Church Charles J. Staples Unitarian Church of Burlington Akassers Harold Chappel Harry Carr John Smith Frank Tupper Sehool Gladys Gale Mint Morence H. Sturtevant Mra EBJ Batchelder D.C. Jarvis Frederica Edwards Miss Sturtevant de. Jarvis Vienna Marek Clark Mr. Staples Rejden Spee Aaron Sinai Earli Wing

Five raids fail to find liquor. Lecacio arrested at rail depot

State warranted raid effort by Carver Deputy Sheriff and others lasted two hours Saturday evening. One location, Mrs Lecacio of Railroad Street, yielded two 12 gauge shells of ale. Three men were found drinking. they hid under bed and in wardrobes, later identified. Lecacio jailed. Judge Sewell set $500 bail for appearance. Proceedings continued next morning with plea and schedule.

Want Carver J. Slayton George I. Morris H.D. Camp A. M. Morrisott Orea Lecacio Gery Lewacio Sewttin Pintle Crensall Sean Middag

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Maine Talk OF The TOWN Francis Olen Ami James Coutty Pee Friends North High Bank G. G. Orton St. Albans Spaulding Falt Death Alvin J. Smith Conference OF Mormons Joseph Smith Rev C. J. Staples Wormard Seminary
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