Massacre Report Prompts Government Action
Mass violence is reported as 1500 Jews are killed with troops firing on fugitives. Government responds with energetic steps to end the massacre, amid continued terror.
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1906
Page
1
Mass violence is reported as 1500 Jews are killed with troops firing on fugitives. Government responds with energetic steps to end the massacre, amid continued terror.
Vienna dispatch from Bialystok recounts a railway crash near Bridgeport where a trolley car derailed after a creek bridge collapse. Motorman Albert Crossman stayed at his post, protected a woman and child by shielding them through a window, and helped lift the car to allow escape. Conductor Jaynes T. McCay and two others aided the injured.
Francis W Porter of Winnisquam was struck and killed while walking on the White Mountain division tracks near Bradford. A brakeman found his body late Saturday. police said he left Winnisquam to consult a physician about his sick child, and leaves a wife and adopted two year old. Porter owned a pie mill in Winnisquam and hailed from Bradford.
St. Petersburg reports energetic government steps to curb disorders in Jewish towns amid a mounting Duma crisis. Protests spread to Moscow and St. Petersburg as strikes threaten, with agrarian troubles and rising worker unrest fueling fears of a clash between authorities and revolutionary groups. Bakers struck, bread scarcity grows as crowds gather in the streets.
Philadelphia reports the death of chess master Harry Nelson Pillsbury, born December 5, 1872 in Somerville, Massachusetts. A premier talent of the era, he won the New York City tournament and other major events, competing against top players like Lasker, Steinitz, and Showalter, and earning multiple prize wins across international tournaments.
Henry Deunceon of New York died yesterday afternoon in a crash at Asbury Park New Jersey involving a car driven by T Strauss of Newark. Peter A Fogarty of New York suffered a severe head fracture and other injuries. Two women, Auguety Belasen and Mines Hens, were injured jumping from the vehicle. Fogarty and Strauss were held on $2,000 bail for examination.
Washington June 14 Twenty two Vermont postmasters will receive about 31000 yearly increase in salaries as approved Friday by the post office department. The list includes Barton Lanting Methel Brvtiont Brindou Brattehorn Cyatietin Perl Lane Kulupeaty Mare heater Newport Nite Heddy Drogteiny Patyny Wetland Stowe Week Mut Tari White River teeta Windaoook and others.
In Teatleboro a carriage overturn left Mrs W D Stockwell two young women and the driver injured after a harness part broke on a steep hill. Miss Mande, a Brattleboro Academy student, Mrs Stockwell, and Miss Bessie McKenzie teacher sustained injuries.
Buffalo June 18 The twentieth century flyer on the Lake Shore was wrecked near West Seneca two miles west of here early yesterday. The wrecked Nutone train had one killed and seven injured, a spit rail caused the accident. There were twenty seven passengers on the train all shaken but only lightly bruised.
Senator J W Manchester faces rival Joseph W Fowler for the auditor nomination at the Republican State convention. Fowler, called “The Gambler,” is noted for mining interests. The item also touts Pauline Hammond and the Grand Open House play “The Gabler” with reviews praising performers and stagecraft.
Bunker Hill day events unfold in Boston with a midnight bonfire, parades, and a noon national salute. Mayor Fitzgerald arrives at Sargent’s Wharf to receive the city keys as a carnival parade and allied and Irish societies marches proceed amid overcast skies.
In Boston on June 18 the National League game between Minton and Lineage was postponed due to wet grounds. Two games were scheduled, marking Banker Hill day.
A dedication will occur on June 29 at four o clock with Governor Mell and Hon Ernest Titchock, state forester, and others presenting. The marker will be placed on the Allen property adjoining the campus, granting access to the university buildings. Vermonters are invited to attend all commemoration events and special features during the celebration week. Mileage rates on Rutland and Central Vermont railroads to Burlington have been secured.
Northfield on June 6. Chevies Pater son attempted to jump a freight train into yards when Negroe was crushed under the car wheel. He sustained severe injuries and will likely lose a leg. He was taken to Heaton hospital in Montpelier on the six o'clock train. Patterson Hived with his mother, Mrs. Lydia Patterson on Midi street, had been working in red Barker during the spring.
Washington report notes Mr and Mrs J Q Thompson spending Sunday in Chelsea and various residents mentioned including Doctor and Mrs W O Hutchingon visiting, W G Yourlan away visiting relatives in Darlington, and Fred Worthley sick. Real estate listing drive completed town wide. Soldiers’ oath ceremony planned Monday June 5. Community projects progress on a new library wing and road work ongoing.
Northfeld June 24 A baccalaureate sermon at Lovelock Dewey hall quoted President Peet and Mr Ballou urging graduates to seek true manliness. The speaker stressed courage of conviction, honesty, and service, calling the class to uphold righteousness and integrity amid modern pressures.
Samuel A. Ciddywell, a conductor on the electric railroad, was arrested in Burlington on suspicion of involvement in a car barn robbery. Deputies Lawson and Stayton arrested him after the crime, which reportedly netted between 200 and 500 dollars, with inside involvement suspected. Police questioned Ciddywell and followed him to Burlington, where investigators noted he spent money rapidly.
Bon Accords defeated the Rangers 6 to 1 in a championship clash on the letters grounds. After a scoreless first half a burst of goals in the second half carried Bon Accords to victory as Willianyeun and Freeland led the attack while Rangers pressed late but could not close the gap.
The arrival of players for the Intercity contest unfolds with teams coordinated under captain Tow. Managers and squads feature key figures from last season as they step into training and preliminary warmups.
Rev Montpelier presided at the annual baccalaureate sermon for Montpelier Seminary seniors. Bishop H recalled the late McWort and praised his youthful ideals. A choir from the seminary contributed music as part of the graduation morning observance.
The Odd Fellows memorial service was conducted yesterday in Old Yellow's Hall with Rev. W. A. Kinzie of Vewe delivering the sermon. Kinzie spoke on the fraternity's unity and noted the enduring fellowship among the order.
Fragmented notices report lands and travel for Mark A. Davie’s wedding set for Wednesday evening. References to local towns, names, and incomplete phrases hint at attendees and events but are largely garbled.
Spaulding High School held a farewell reception for the Class of 1906 in the Spaulding building Saturday evening. Attendance filled the building as alumni and guests enjoyed musical selections, readings, marches, and vocal solos from students and visitors.
The Glenugie chit held its annual picnic at Cabheterty Park on Saturday afternoon. Most members and families attended. Rain toward evening halted the rave and football game, but members kept merry dancing in the pavilion. A baseball game captained by William Daniels and George Booth ended 14 to 12. The event honored Vermonters connected to Scots heritage and local Vermont youth organizations.
A lively Highland Grove outing by the Ex-Bachelors and their parties featured numerous entertainments. Captains and teams, including Andersen’s, pursued a pennant in a festive afternoon, with spectators noting a crowded scene and spirited activity despite unclear details from the report.
Rutland team names Bagley to Rutland Northern League roster amid speculation of a reshuffle. Reports note Bagley’s past performance and coaching comments while a Boston affiliation rumor circulates, with mentions of Wing, Rolwolee, and Treevate in the unsettled trade scene.
The defendants, Rust Moorpelie and Spencer, were convicted of mule charge in a county court. An appeal was filed challenging a theft related count, with about $30 involved. State's Attorney Hollister Jackson aided the prosecution. Wing denied defense action.
In a muddled recap from Saturday games Graniteville shows Goddard prevailing in a rubber match. Vague notes describe early dominance, late rallies, and key swings led by Creddied Btbo and Ming Nee, with lanes crowded by Barry Withes and others.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions strychnine tablets and a family, including a daughter of My and Mire, with references to death Sunday afternoon and scattered garbled phrases about publishing and diets. No clear event or source entity details are identifiable.
A 14 year old, Elwer Haggett, drowned yesterday morning in the North branch near Montpelier while bathing with Raymond Jewett. The body was recovered after rains muddied the water. The tragedy follows the father deserting the mother, who later died in New York State. another son is left to cope with the loss. The body will be sent to New York for burial beside his mother.
After dinner Saturday John Thomasi, a student, bathed with companions in the Dolans River at Iberville. He suddenly drowned. witnesses thought heart failure. He was brought home to Seminary Street. Funeral service to be held tomorrow at two at the Catholic cemetery.
Word reached that Albert C. Dewey of Berlin died in Duluth Minnesota at age 70. He was son of Dr Julius Dewey and cousin of Admiral George Dewey, survived by widow Fannie Wright and children Mrs Durner and Mrs George Ayers with other relatives in Berlin and Vermont. The obituary notes a rough land conveyance and VermonD property arrangements for the Wright estate in Berlin.
Horace Warner Strong died suddenly last night after a brief illness. He had recently enjoyed good health and left a son Rowell Warner Strong and three children Shawn Florence Theron. He is survived by a sister Mrs. Mary Andgoe of Northfield. Funeral services will be held Wednesday after noon.
John H Hockenberry, a famed horseman, died yesterday at his daughter’s home in Moretown Montpelier. The obituary notes his prominence in equestrian circles and mentions his widow Mrs W Carey as a survivor. The report attributes his death to a sudden illness while visiting family and records the local reaction and funeral plans in Montpelier.
Graniteville news notes a regular meeting of the Ladlex Aid Society scheduled for Saturday at Howe Ob Mee, with preparations underway for attendees.
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