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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1903

Page

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Whole town swept away after flood near Heppner

Portland reports a cloudburst in Oregon triggering floods that destroyed Heppner and nearby settlements. Up to 500 people are feared dead or missing as Willow Creek and gulches carried away homes, bridges, and businesses. Relief trains depart with physicians and supplies. $5,000 raised locally.

Pwfal Carrie Dows reHet Willow Creek Eaveral Pantie Oregon “Railway Eat Fllustration Company Dales Eitivna Tortland Mieasternea Laxington Heppner T Rolaxs Hite Tone

Boston Wool Men Safe Telegram Reoprted by Haltowell

Ambiguous telegram details arrive from Boston dated June 16 regarding wool men traveling to Oregon, with garbled wording. Read as a local item about a group voyage or supply mission with limited legible facts. Preserve named places Heppner Oregon and Boston and two individuals referenced in the readable text.

Haltowell, Panald Boston Tialwell Rea Ee Woot Orn Amen Tor Heppner Oregons Huston

Bank Official in New Jersey Suicide After Despondency

Frank Dean of Orange New Jersey, second vice president of the Seaboard National Bank of New York, shot himself in the cellar of his home in Orange after a period of despondency. Police cannot account for the act though he appeared depressed recently.

New York Dean Seaboard National Hank Range N. J Hla Oorent

Revolt in Arabia Over Tax Burdens Reported at Medina

News from Constantinople dated June 16 reports another Arabian revolt against heavy taxation. Sultan’s forces in Medina led by Oman Vadha were wounded and imprisoned. In Mecca the population rose, seizing the governor general and the Emir in a failed uprising.

Constantinoply Arabia Oeman Vadha Medina Meces

Boston Fire Destroys Silverware Firms. Prof Jessup Dead

A morning blaze at Pearl Street in Boston caused about 20000 in losses to multiple firms including Standard Silverware Co and John Carter & Co. Water damage affected Gutta Percha and Rubber Manufacturing and Libby Harlow. Prof Jessup of Dartmouth College, long-time botany professor, died at 77. Hanover notes confirm his passing on June 16.

Boston Pearl Street Standard Silverware Co John Carter & Co Gutta Pervha and Rubber Manufacturing Company Libby, Harlow & Co Hanover N. H Harry Teesup Dartmouth College

Policeman Suspended as City Leader Presses for Resignations

The Nortington police board continues turmoil as Mayor Burke pushes for resignations. Chief Brownell had three patrolmen suspended while allegations surface about officer Mivers and others facing removal. Mayor Hawley’s stance and disputed past who appointed officers fuel a volatile political clash.

Bari Santi Pollot Offio L. Rivera Jeathoer Burke Hawley Emia Alee Wiens Barlington Bristol Brownell

Leagu e Baseball: Viteberg Nationale Shut Out the Chir eague

League baseball results show Viteberg Nationale blanking the Chir eague while yesterday’s National League games include Pittsburg at Cincinnati and Washington at Detroit with several unclear scores and standings.

Viteberg Nationale Pittsburg Pittsburgh Aleags Cincinnati

New Automatic Safety Device For Trains

Robert TL Peters of Knox is inventor of a railway safety device claimed to prevent collisions and accidents. The system uses electric circuits to trigger danger signals on track and at stations, with a specific automatic bridge and relay setup. Railroads are negotiating for use, and the Indianapolis Dispatch reports the invention details and potential control by a central dispatcher.

Robert TL Peters Knox, Lal Indianapolie Chicago Dianger Indien Trate Wapateher Mis Division

Automatic Swiss restaurant slots promise electric meals

Automatic restaurants to be established in Switzerland will offer meals by electric machinery. Seven automatic bars are planned as part of a Swiss company to serve visitors with electric sanitary meals from chop to six course dinners. A special cable from Geneva to Chicago will supply power, with meals priced around two shillings for a light dinner and wireless service included.

Switzerland Fran Geneva

Equine Wedding Gifts to Ambassador McCormick

The steerage of the steamship Minneapolis brought golden chestnut horses to New York as gifts for Ambassador McCormick from his father. The two 15 hand high, 1,800 pound horses with a white star on one forehead were expected to be presented to President Roosevelt, though this was denied.

Ping Rasslan Ceotiere Vor McCormick Jowph M. McCormick Ehuedd

Spanteh Bishop to Leave Manila by Resignation

The report states Mer Martin Garcia y Alcocer, the apostolic administrator of the Manila archdiocese and bishop of Cebu, will resign. He is noted as the last Spanish episcopal dignitary in the Philippines and is expected to leave the islands.

Spanteh Manila Jonesh Mer Martin Garcia. Y Alcocer Archdiocese of Cebu Mgr Garcia Y Alcocer

Peace and Miners Close Ranks as Vetoed Resolution Divides Delegates

June 18 report from Ma notes delegates meeting amid a strike discussion. President Mitchell for Peace and Miners favors amicable settlement while union men are urged to hire only union workers. City records show Mayor Temple vetoed a two week old public works employment resolution, citing illegality and class discrimination.

Mitchell Conquinee W Stelle Rutland Temple I Howe Joul Baker Meldoy Molovey Dlankee

Rodier Sentenced for Burglary in Albany City Court

Harmand Voyer alias Armand Voyer known as Rodier faced a city court sentencing for burglary at Albany. Judge Thorne imposed not less than five nor more than six years at hard labor in Windsor prison. The case involved entry of A. Summerskill residence on Congress Street May 12, with Summerskill seriously wounded by Harris V. Hall during the intrusion.

Whasdeur Furglary St. Albany Harmand Voyer Armand Voyer Wias Albert Rodier Attornay W. Hi Ouhlin Col Tadge Joh M. ‘Thorne Windsor Voyer A. T. Sammerski Congress Street Sumuarskill Harris V. Hall Summerskill Suminerskill

Cadets Begin Camp at Norwich University

Vermont National Guard cadets, stationed at Norwich University, began their annual field exercise on June 15. Tents are pitched south of Dewey Hall, with the camp set on the plateau to provide better drill access and protection from wet weather.

Northfield Artillery Vermont Nations Guard Norwich University Dewey Hall

Buckleys Bold Meeting Sparks Theological Debate In New York

Rev Dr Buckley claimed he would meet eminent divines in the hereafter during a Life Bishops event in New York. A chorus pressed him with questions as he spoke on mortality and resurrection, citing Corinthians as he asserted a spiritual continuity beyond death. Several ministers departed the session amid disputes over Buckley’s medical interpretation of scripture.

Meter Sonapata Ree Insure M. Totkiey New York City Randolph Sitee Poeter John Pletcher Hurst Saya de New York Buckley Mafale Teria Oper Dr. Buckley Bisheyy Murer Backley Goring Dante Shakerweare John Wesley Shikespeiine Wesley Leo

Poole Couple Host Parish Reception At Parsonage

Rev and Mrs Poole entertained the Congregational parish at the parsonage on Eastern avert with a reception from to 10. More than 29 members and friends attended. Music came from the Granite City orchestra and refreshments were served in the closes root by Paneludied of the parish. The couple received a number of fine gifts including a double apiece cry by Byles and glass items from the parish.

Aly Lagtn Weing Avert Meuchant Yasine Hiey Nod Mea Poole Hr Gaar Mel Poole Yegius Edmund A. Poole Boston Dyer Mra, Poole Hartland Granite City

Married Ten Years Surprise Party For Mr and Mrs Mason

About thirty friends gathered at their Church Street home last evening to celebrate ten years of marriage. The occasion featured a social hour with refreshments of ice cream and cake. The hosts received an oak chair as a keepsake and warm congratulations for many more years together.

Mors John Mason Church Street

Allen and McAulay Unions Across Two Towns

Roland Allen an engineer for Jones Bros and Miss Mary McAulay wed at the bride’s home in Winslow Georgia on June 10 and plan return to Graniteville Canada today. A reception is set for Mile Hall this evening. Allen recently survived a Langdon fire losing his personal effects. Miss McAulay, formerly at Langdon House, accompanied him.

Winslow Wil Haye Graniteville Roland Allen Jones Bros Mary McAulay Winstow Canada Mile’ Hall Allen Langdon Flr McAulay Langdon House

Work Halt Ordered on New Library Building

Gurlington reports that Mayor Baske halted all work on the new library project to allow investigation of alleged difficulties and determine a way forward. A City Mall library commission meeting occurred as inspector Gore clan inspected the foundations amid tensions over contract details and withheld documents.

Gurlington Baske Thle Torning Trary Balling New Library Commission City Mall Gore Clan Burke Sanaray Wit -Whai Sot

Richmond man thrown from carriage on Sunday morning

Seminel Richmond of Randolph was knocked unconscious when a horse he bought from Eugene Mann bolted while turning a corner. He was carried home and regained consciousness by afternoon. Doctors expect a few days recovery unless internal injuries worsen. The horse ran away but was stopped near Valley farm.

Seminel Richmond Randolph Jane Mi Semuel Richmon Eugene Mann Richmond Olesly Mr. Richmond Valley Farm

Vermont Tops Columbia In Final At Athlone Park

Harlington June 10 Vermont University baseball beat Columbia University 8 to 0 at Athlone Park. Davis of Vermont pitched a magnificent game allowing two hits and two walks. At the end G. L. Orton, catcher, was elected captain for next year.

Harlington University of Vermont Columbia University Athlone Park Vermont Wil Davis Vermone Striid

Grand Larceny Conviction in St Albans Case

Albert Peano known as Cow faced a grand larceny charge in St Albans. State's Attorney W. Wi. Locklin reported the information, and City Judge John M Tolte sentenced him to not less than three nor more than four years in the Windsor prison. Blake will transport him to Winders for the start of his sentence tomorrow morning.

St. Albans Jane Albert Peano Cow W. Wi. Locklin Grant Larceuy John M. ‘Thorte Windsor Ste Winder Obie Pathee Tal Blake

Beagle Beasle De delle Attempted Suicide in Waterbury

In Waterbury on a June night Miss Beasle De delle, daughter of the Center, took a dose of parisp ammo after a quarrel with her parents. Drs Stanley and Bidwell treated her through the night and she was pulled back from danger.

Hestle Devele Waterbury Beasle de Delle Paris Dra. Stanley Bidwell

Lost His Position Hub Ming Killed Maselt in Bedford

Hubert Ming of Manchester NT killed Maselt Manchester ON after a spree. Robert Bilan, employed by Mra. For est Shaw in Bedford, returned to find another man had been hired and shot himself in front of the house.

Hubert Ming Manchester Maselt Jane Robert Bilan Mra Forest Shaw Bedford

The Cocoa Palm Planting Yields Profits in Jamaica

The cocoa palm bears pods with fifteen to twenty five beans each, growing ten to twelve feet high. Four hundred trees stand in an orchard, each tree yielding about one dollar’s worth of beans.

Ceowlate

Polling for Deputies in German Reichstag Election

Polling begins across Germany today for the election of the new Reichstag. Voters line up as ballots are cast in Berlin and major cities, signaling a pivotal political moment.

Berlin Jane W Germany

Memend Arma shows uneven arm strength in limited study

In a sample of thirty-two percent of cases a man s left arm emerges stronger than its right in a small observation. The text notes asymmetric muscular performance and hints at broader implications for unilateral strength differences.

Memend Arma

Quiet Wedding in Montpelier at Parents’ Home

Amid roses ferns and evergreens Edward Slayton and Martha Florence De merit were married this morning by Ray J Wright at the bride’s parents residence in East Montpelier. The small gathering included two families and a few guests.

Burlington License Board Reports First Quarterly Inspection

The Burlington board of license commissioners completed their first quarterly inspection of liquor sales. All places were found satisfactory. Dealers were told to monitor newspapers and to refuse sales to intoxicated patrons as arrests for intoxication were noted.

Burlington Dune Board of Licens Commissioners Leart Whaletmen

Attacks on Ratland License Board Circulated Citywide

A circular denouncing Ratland's board of license commissioners was circulated in Ratland on June 1. It protests failure to limit licenses to druggists and personal attacks target the unnamed author, who preferred anonymity. The unsigned circular accuses the commissioners and implies strong disapproval of current licensing.

Ratland Board of License Commissioners

Three Lamb Teves Fined

Middlebury June 15 Patrick McMann Andrew Signor and Arthur Kenworthy were arrested by Sheriff T AL Chapman for stealing young lambs. Before Justice Dickens they pleaded guilty and were fined $10 and costs total $10 for McMann, and $5 plus costs totaling $11 for Signor and Kenworthy. They paid and were discharged.

Middlebury Patrick McMann Andrew Signor Arthur Kenworthy T. AL. Chapman Dickens

Quiet Effort Underway To Form Second National Bank

A subtle push to establish a new National Bank is noted as businessmen show mixed enthusiasm. Some report strong support from local merchants while others express satisfaction with existing banking accommodations. The overall feeling suggests cautious optimism amid a market already well supplied with bank services.

Efort Baore To Son

Goddard baseball season ends with strong showing

Prospects look bright after Goddard baseball finishes a successful campaign with a 6 2 record in games played nine of thirteen scheduled. Key players Pruser and Grant retire while Buchamen graduates. only remaining vacancy is in the outfield as the team plans for next year.

Goddard Ong Wenn Freeny Montpelier Seminary Wich University Barre Norwich St. Albans Montpelier Kembury St. Johnebury M.S Goddard A Pruser Buchamen

Goddard Commencement at Goldard Seminary

Commencement events run from Sunday June 21 at 10 00 am with a class sermon by Rev Bilin KM Jones at the Universalist church. Monday June 22 features close drill exercises at 2 pm and a ceremony at the seminary chapel. Continuous activities include manual meetings, dinner, and graduation exercises led by teachers.

Goldard Seminary Bilin KM. Jones Univerwalist Spm Arminary Chapel Almabl Maetog Afaninl P.m. Price Ay House Apel

Waterman seen in Boston as missing Waterbury man still sought

Senny C Jones of this city told of spotting J M Waterman on Hanover Street Boston the day after his disappearance from Waterbury three weeks ago The sighting undermines the belief Waterman perished in Waterbury His father plans to travel to Boston tonight to learn more A Socialist meeting planned for June 16 at the Wherloak Brook with State Organizer J W Brown and other business on the agenda All socialists urged to attend

Senny C. Jones C. A. Jobe W. C.tovens Boston J. M. Waterman Waterbury Hanover — Street Socialist Party Wherloak Toeaday Tom Con J. W. Brown Socialst Party

Notice to Shopatewarts Meeting Next Tuesday Evening

All shopstaw ants are requested to meet in the office for an important business. By order Commit. Alex Roberton, Sec.

Narre Straneh Ee Poe

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