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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1905
Page
1
Washington June 14 Count Cassini ambassador held a White House conference and declared there is no hitch in the peace negotiations. The chalice of meeting of plenipotentiaries has narrowed to Geneva and The Hague as reported.
Tokyo dispatch reports M Welldorf the Russian ambassador to France has been named plenipotentiary for Russia. The bericht notes the appointment was received by officials in Wasma.
Vienna officials assert belief in the president's power, noting his practical diplomacy as unlike European diplomats who are portrayed as keeping cards close in coats. They see Roosevelt as a hands on leader with sleeves rolled up, shaping international perception and policy.
The peace talks progress slowly and favorably as the selection of a meeting site narrows to Geneva or The Hague. No final decision has been announced and dates remain tentative.
London reports confirm that Field Marshal Oyama plans a preliminary offensive demonstration in a renewed effort against Russian forces. His troops are arranged along a half moon line across the front in a move seen as aiming for a decisive land blow akin to Togo’s sea victory.
St. Petersburg reports the secretary of the Chinese legation says Russia must concede immediate peace as General Linovitch's army is completely surrounded. The Gazette calls the interview sensational and notes the crisis in the region.
June 14 telegraph dispatch notes government silence on possible armistice. Newspapers push for peace only if Japan can gain all demands. any compromise deemed very unpopular as Oyama reportedly nears victory.
Washington notes a mood of pessimism in the Far East peace talks though negotiators have not ruled out progress. Officials report a White House conference with Minister Takahira, with projections of smooth negotiations intensifying hope while some doubt a swift agreement.
June 14 Burlington reports John Marv and Misa Bessie Wilton traveling by a four canvas canopy equipped farm wagon with two draft horses. The party plans a Vermont and New Hampshire tour then to Canada and Europe aboard a Montreal steamer. C Hickey of Keene will drive back the wagon to Westport.
J B Cushman state tax commissioner records four new incorporations. Taconic Valley Railroad Company leads with 270000 capital stock. Pelham Lines of Boston serves as treasurer for the pe p a. W A Choat Manufact Co lists 20000 capital stock with incorporators including W A Choat and L T Page plus C O Ware and 23 others. Vergennes School Seat with capital stock 120000. Vermont Purple Slate Company at Castleton organized for quarrying slate with capital stock 1000.
An informal Montpelier meeting of automobile enthusiasts from across the state decided to organize a large run to Mount Washington in July with date to be announced. Montpelier will host the northern group and White River Junction the southern. About 25 people attended with 50 to 100 machines expected to join, meeting points likely Wells River or Lisbon New Hampshire.
Morrisville June 14 E H Vancor long time manager buys stock of A A Pike of Stowe and W S Benson of Morrisville giving him control of Citizens Telephone Co The move places the firm under new ownership and signals continuation of contracted obligations with the New England company уник
At dawn on June 1 Admiral Dick’s fleet tried to seize the national capital but was ignominiously defeated. The secondary squadron drifted down the Potomac and every vessel was put out of action last night by artillery fire from Forts Washington and Hunt. The engagement lasted about 25 minutes starting around eleven o’clock, according to army accounts.
Winder June 14. The prisoner Mary Rogers was sentenced to ten days from yesterday. A guard is assigned but her name is not released by officials.
Swanton June 14 plan to release the bank's receiver failed after some stockholders refused to sign the petition, blocking action to end the receivership of the People's National Bank of Swanton.
Washington observes a formal commemoration of adopting the red white and blue as national emblem. The event marks Pi celibrated ig? day in the capital with local officials in attendance and public acknowledgments of the flag’s meaning.
The report notes Reneegh Iy not in inspection. Major Burnham of Buzington and Major H. E. of Ratland led inspecting officers. The company turned out forty strong with men covered outdoors and dinner served in the field. Rifle practice was held this afternoon.
In Middlebury on June 14 the Vermont Jurisdiction Catholic Order of Foresters held its annual convention banquet attended by about 400 delegates and visitors. Fr. D. J. Shannon celebrated mass and a procession to St Marys Church preceded the evening program and toast sequence.
In Turlington on June 14 the Masons elected afternoon officers for Knights Templar including Grand Commander A Calderwood of St Johnsbury and Grand Prelate Isaac S Yerkes of White River Junction. The 52nd Grand Council met last night naming officers such as Master O. Bran idon, Newport. Captain of the Guard D A Elliott, White River Junction. Rev T S Yerkes chaplain. and 35 new Mystic Shrine members joined, with 300 in attendance.
A springtime curiosity on Wilson Street drainage led Bruce to uncover a drain from a former hotel site. Heavy rain caused sewer overflow to push water through George Gray’s lawn. Bruce cut the drain, stopping the surface overflow from recur ring.
Twenty couples attended the private dance hosted by the Miason Agnes Higgins group at the K of C hall with Gilbertson's orchestra providing music. The event ended at midnight after punch and wafers served by Miss Ethel Ewen and Miss Annia Barclay.
W J Blodgett of Randolph administrator sues Central Vermont Railway for 10000 for the death of Martin Flint of Randolph who was killed May 23 at West Berlin while crossing tracks. Papers were filed yesterday at St Albans and case set for September term in Chittenden County Court. plaintiff claims failure to exercise proper care and several legal points arise.
The Cobble Hill Creamery Association held its annual meeting at the creamery yesterday afternoon. Reports on the year were satisfactory to stockholders. The old board of directors was re-elected and, at a subsequent meeting, T. A. Averill was chosen president with John We View as vice president and G. H. Anker as secretary and treasurer.
Norwich University cadets arrived in Montpelier on their return from a weeklong practice march to Northéeta. They camped near Elmore's Bolton Falls and on the seminary campus overnight, heading home to Northéeta tomorrow morning. Daniel McCormick, the New York State umpire mobbed at a Binghamton event, left town yesterday and announced plans to resign.
Zanzibar June 14. T Tib, a noted slave trader famed for his ties to Henry Stanley in African exploration, has died. The controversial figure built a reputation around his trading activities and association with colonial expeditions.
The Granite Cutters Journal lauds Fred Bruce as he resigns from union duties to accept Barre Vermont’s street commissioner post. It notes his strong leadership during tough times in the Green Mountain State and predicts he will serve as an effective public official while maintaining ties with the trade union.
The Class Day exercises of Spaulding High School class of 1005 will be held tomorrow at 3 p.m. in the chapel. The programme lists Grace Worthen Vaughn’s address, a Class Prophecy, music by Stamie MacKenzie, and several class addresses and presentations by the Middlers and others.
Foster Johnson of North Main street attempted to light a fire with kerosene yesterday. His entire face and left hand were blistered but not life threatening. Dr. Stickney treated the wounds and the patient is doing well with no eye injuries.
Rev Charles C Conner will be installed as pastor of the Universalist church tomorrow evening the 15th Rev Dr Conklin of Boston will preach Rev Dr Wright of Montpelier will give the charge Rev Walter Dole of Northfield will address the people Judge Alland G Fay will welcome the new pastor Rev Mr Kinzie of the Baptist church will speak for the fruits of the churches and Rev Ah Smith of Plainfield will name the installation The public is invited.
The Ladies Aid Society of the Presbyterian church will hold a sale of work in the church basement beginning Tuesday afternoon and running into the evening of June 20. Admission is 10 cents in the evening. afternoon is free. Items include stone cutter’s irons, kitchen implements, children’s dresses, linen handkerchiefs, handmade items, homemade candy, buns, wafers, strawberries and cream, and cake.
A new grocery store with a full line of goods launches this morning at North Sales. Partners Alex Park Disgrove and Lemon plan cash sales and tolling for cash. The firm expects rapid expansion as business grows and will connect by telephone soon.
Marguerite Brown first place, Eva Smith second, Agnes Marr third, Georgina Trail fourth in a nine contestant prize speaking event at the Opera House. Judges Rev. Gide Mins, Mabel Hamilton, and RE Thompson praised the elocution by speakers from Montpelier and area, with audience strong and supportive.
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