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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1908

Page

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Great Fight Over Plank Divides Republicans In Convention

Chicago dispatch reports a heated debate in the Republican platform committee over an anti injunction plank. Senator Crane of Massachusetts claims a majority against the plank, while Taft supporters push to include it. The fight continues as subcommittees prepare reports and leaders urge actions before the full committee.

Crane Massachusetts Chicago Aghittson Benster Crane Payne New York David Pennsylvania Clark Wyoming Ballinger Washington Taft Cannon Plank Littlefield Maine Hopkins Long Ellia Ohio Kelieee Minnesota Roosevelt Kellogg Pisaks Om Wade Ellis Tek Feneration of Gompers Anti Committee On Republican Party Abraham Lincoln Mimran Federal Department of Labor

Cummins' Ticket Prompts Iowa GOP Unity at Convention

Reported actions show Gov. Cummins' vice presidential bid launched with all factions agreeing to support, amid debate on credentials and rules. The convention includes committees on organization and permanence, with Roosevelt and Johnson as leading nominees discussed for president and vice president.

Cummins Iannehet Iowa

Brock Faces Uncertain Re-Election Amid Party Tactics

Chicago dispatch reports National Committeeman James W. Brock of Mantheauts seeks a fourth term amid factional pressure. Delegates debated successors as Brock signaled openness to leaving the rooms. Vermonters returned with word that his foes claim he will not seek another term.

Boyx Chicago Herald Rae James W. Brock James W. Rock Mr. Brock Brock

Killed Mother In Law in Went 144th Street Shooting

In New York on a June day John B. Krieger a former inmate confronted his wife’s family at their Went 144th Street home and fatally shot his wife Mrs Hugh Blackmeyer and wounded her mother Milly Hin. The victim Mrs Blackmeyer remains in critical condition as police seek Krieger who fled after the incident.

New York Tia John B. Krieger 144Th Street Milly Christina Meininger Hdug Blackmeyer Blackmeyer

Twenty-Six Graduate Class Completes Goddard Seminary

Goddard seminary marks its 39th class commencement with twenty six graduates. Names include Elizabeth Arthur, Marton Bernie Brown, Barre, and Wendell Waterman first honor, among others. Exercises featured orations on The Labor Problem and The Negroe's Oppor tunities, with diplomas awarded by Rev. Dr. J. Edward Wright.

Mac Elizabeth Arthur Marton Bernie Brown Barre Hlizabeth Argon Harriette Jeannette Chapman Hse Bien Hane Calais Hole Walter Joseph Lewis Barton James Sherman Ogden Northampton Taos Victor Albert Olsen Graniteville Osewe Adelbert Risford East Highate Ralph Potter Shaw Rethel Tne Ieacand Boepard Berlin George HR. Taylor Slack Vergennes James Henry Walsh Leominster Ae Wendell Waterman Ten O'Sock Jerome Francis Berry Richmond United States Mike Mac Babone Aviva Reed Mise Blanche Hollister Clarence John Goldsbury Reiington Mise Marion Gray Reddell Lake Country Vermont Rubicon Abigail Hastings John Sherman Ogden Mara Deliveral Lenn Gertrude Towsley Nathan Taplin Butler Washington Mise Jeannette Chapman Ferrisburg Hollister Felass J. Edward Wright Lena Towsley

School Prize Recitals Delight Audience with Readings

Miss Lena Gertrude Towsley wins first prize for girls with The Liv by Denpell as Jerome de Michmond earns second for the boys with The United States Worl Power. Benjamin Remit and Miss Marian Ward Raymenton deliver prize pieces.

Thomas Henry Harrison Woodeville Nah Lena Gertrude Towsley Washington Denpell Deveridge United States Jerome de Michmond Morse Clplye Elle Blake Klnorn’y Haro Phelps Benjamin Remit Ingertodl Marian Ward Raymenton Franils

Goddard Boys Headed for College and Athletics

Eleven Goddard graduates, noted for strong athletic records, are bound for college. Richmond and several teammates excelled in baseball and basketball, Olsen and Heidel joined all three school teams, Shaw shifted from White Comabah and Newport to play baseball and basketball, while Waterman tops the class academically.

Ana Servie Rene J Walsh Richwond Fac Wec Olsen Grantteble Heidel West Warren Man Anl Heidel Shaw White Comabah i School Bethel Tuk Newport Ghen Northampton Mass Dent Tall Loominstar Waterman Barre

Goddard Endowment Fund Grows to Over One Hundred Thousand

The Goddard endowment stands at about $102,000, with $2,000 added in the last year. J Braley of Barre, vice-president of the People's National Bank, was elected treasurer. Alumni notes mention officers and speakers at the Burlington institution, along with plans for a new laboratory and building for public exercises.

Goddard J. Braley People's National Bank Braley Harre National Bank of Barre People’s Bank Dieter Yesteriay Walter Diao Northfield A. M Brookl Ter B Martin Calettins Mites Paul W. Waterman Iwor College Sana Staak Ten Makie Oawf School Charles A. Gale Manteo Tuli Wright

Sister falls at convent. teacher dies after wall plunge

In Spencer Massachusetts a parochial teacher at St Marys parish fell through a door and over a wall to the pavement several feet below. She was injured and died last night. The Sister, who arrived from Ottawa a year ago, survived the fall and walked into the convent.

Spencer Mass Jane St. Ary Simon St. Mary's Abe Ottawa

Brown Honors Decrees At New University

A ceremony today at the 140th anniversary of a new university included honorary degrees conferred by OTA Revert. Speakers included Henry S. Pritchett of the Carnegie Foundation and others, with awards to Bagi of Mhede Island and A. MM.

New War New University Im Ae Ota Pou Bagi Mhede Island A. MM Henry S. Pritchett Carnegie Foundation

White Eagle Wins Ascot Biennial Race Title

Whodora, the favorite, lost to White Eagle today in a decisive Ascot biennial event. Horatio Head of Esse Junction sent his son to Detroit, then Denver, with plans to Poled TV. The winner’s owner, Mrs. G. Jentina, later headed toward northwestern Colorado for government engineering work.

Whodora White Eagle Horatio Esse Junction Aeas Detroit Jentina Denver Northwestern Colorado

Goddard Speaking Contest Winners at Seminary Event

Last night at Stoddard Seminary a speaking contest awarded first prize to Lena Gortuds Townley of Washington. Winners included Jerome Francis Berry and others, with 44 awarded by Mrs Willis Ablett. Judges noted commendable performance and enthusiasm. The event featured a duet and notable speakers like Marion W. Raymenton and Same Bich Waite.

Lena Gortuds Townley Washington Jerome Francis Berry Benjamin Weatmoreland Derowe Francie Berry Richmond Eee Stoddard Willis Ablett Lainie Joanna Parke A. W. Aliin Batre

Compromise at Bethel Ends Strange Strike

At Bethel two thirds of Woodbury Granite workers had left town during a strike that began May 4. A new price bill, signed yesterday, replaces the expired one and is a compromise between the company and its employees. Most workers are expected back next week, easing local tensions and restoring work at the Barre area plant.

Bethel Bury Granite Company Yes ‘Winday Qoon Forve Barre

Raised Salary of Bishop Hall in Vermont diocese

Burtlington June 17 The 118th annual convention of the Episcopal diocese of Vermont closed this morning One note said Bishop Arthur C Hall plans to attend the Pan Anglican congress in London He indicated a parish school for girls would reopen once the centennial fund reached 200000 already subscribed The school had been in a lull with about 75 girls enrolled in the parish plan List of clergy present includes Rev Johnson of Baringo Rev Wise of Burlington Rev Lewis of Woodstock and Rev C We Voit of Windsor

Burtlegton Episcopal Diocese of Vermont Foiino Arthur C. Hall London Johnson Baringo Yi Wise Burlington Hew. Lewis Woodstock C. We Voit Windsor

Webster in Court Over Fire Bottles Case

St Albans June 17 The Hens of Pink Webster searched for bears that night officers seized several bottles of stuff. He was sent in for a temporary on 40 ing and frat. He pleaded not guilty and his case was continued to this evening to enable them to secure counsel.

St. Albans Spe Thim Cormel

Elevator Accident In Brattleboro Tops Two Stories

In Brattleboro yesterday afternoon a young man employed by Hildreth & Co. stepped back into an open shaft and fell two stories from an elevator aloft. He escaped with a leg sprain and minor injuries while another rider accompanied him as the elevator descended. The incident followed a pricing chant by workers and involved dim proximity to the shaft and motionless controls.

Brattleboro Peese Hildreth &Co Jh — Weil Boblaasa Dim Pial

Vermont towns seek receivership for mining firm

A Vermont ledger notes towns show interest as the International Mining Company applies for receivership in New Haven. The court proceeding, dated the seventeenth, aims to structure exclusive of capital stock for approximately 200000, with the company’s land holdings and assets under consideration. The filing signals a financial distress event affecting regional stakeholders.

New Haven Gorn International Mining Company You Hi iv United Forties Oae Lye Fia al Wand Saad Bere

Gossip of Town Names and Odd Phrases From Local Store

Fragmentary notes mention a Prult Store in Floston with references to Nive Peaches watermejn and various locals such as Parker Kenyon Mra Kate Bownie and J. Harry Mass. Scattered marks hint at dates, places, and promotions, but details are unclear and many words are garbled.

Floston CC Carpentar Marre Parker Kenyon Acre FW. Hooker Barre Mra Kate Bownie Williame Herre Teutterfeld the New J. Harry Mass Stanley Tib Sweet Cheba Beekey Maree Denver

Barre case notes Drury as witness in local trial

Police inspector Marton of Boston visited Barre to serve a summons. The report describes a disputed car incident weeks earlier involving two men and a “doctored” horse sale. Drury’s statement and a later absence at trial are noted along with mentions of prior arrests related to fake horse trading.

Want Drury Witnees Marton Boston Barre Gowton Tae Au South Barre Drury Otte Norton

City Council Moves to Restrict Fourth of July Celebration

City officials plan a “safe-and-sane Fourth” with a midnight finish, limiting celebrations and prohibiting sales until 4 PM on July 3. Aimed at reducing noise and disorder, the measure tightens permits and enforces new restrictions, while discussing toy-plaster restrictions and enforcement actions.

Assexaora Ayers Riley Madison Street Batre Klimwood Seginostee Hones Scott Brook Reed Ee Senet Orange Brook Qutler Cuvler Bolster Martin Tor May Water Committee Treport Currier Park Fiat Desmey Gragite Company Stephen & Garrard Freetetion Marchint Atreet Lowex A. Tomasi Peter Hendrickson Cherry Street

Ex Mayor Spellman Address Postponed In Rutland

Ex Mayor John D Spellman of Rutland postponed his planned public address citing timing issues and the need to build support. A revised meeting was promised in a few days as pamphlets were circulated by Spellman and supporters to drum up interest for the Independent Vermont faction.

John D. Spellman Rutland John D. Spellain Hutland Hale Ody Hove Spellman Vermont

Commencement Week Prizes Highlight Seminary Exercises

Ten students contend for prizes at Montpelier Seminary as part of commencement week events. Florence Strong earned first prize for What the Fiddle while Donald Fairfield claimed second for The Christmas Substitute. Addresses, musical selections, and poetry by Harold E. Bishop and Raith C. Mowe complemented the chapel program.

Montfielier Seminary Donald Fairfiell Martha P. Bailey HH Raytall Worcester Thott Merton A. Thomey Mice Kage Harold E. Bishop Thin Clase Raith C. Mowe Waitefield Christine O. Currier Misa Amy Goodspeed Montgomery M. Thomas Claen

Cadets Attend Banquet At Montpelier Institute Pavilion

Twenty three members of a pid pail vernits fraternity held their annual banquet at the Pavilion near Montpelier Institute. W. L. ch kef Bt. Albans presided as host, with local cadets and guests in attendance.

Ornlehust Pete Montpelier W. L. Ch Kef Albans Wise

Horse borrows feed and veterinary aid saves horse

A horse reportedly absconded with a bushel and a half of oats and some corn and pea feed. A veterinary doctor from Mont Mel was summoned to treat the animal, restoring it to health, much to the owner Mr. Fitzgerald's relief.

Jon Lincom Edward Purperald Mont Mel

Interment and funeral services for Robert Dempaler

Funeral services for Robert Dempaler were held at Teiom with a final interment in Hope Cemetery. The bearers included Ald and William Abel, and the ceremony was conducted by the Order of the Clans.

Hope Cemetery Robert Dempaler Twa Teiom W. Watts Williamy Abel Toterment Hapo Cametery

Tonight in Barre featuring Goddard stage acts and acts

A fragile read of a Barre page lists acts at Goddard and other venues with scattered names and unclear events. The fragment hints at performances by The Combust picture and a wreck of a bill including Tom and Ai, with mentions of main wipers and scamplii blocked.

Goddard

Racing events July 8 and 4 at Granite City track

The Gentlemens Drivis club of Barre promotes horse racing at Granite Cry on Friday and Saturday July 2 and 4. Trot and pace events prize pools range from 50 to 300 dollars with 2:28 and 2:27 trots featured. Officials note start at eleven o clock with entries closing soon.

Gentlemens Drivis Club Barre Granite Cry Etme Enitrier

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