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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1909
Page
1
Detectives watch baggage at the Late Shore depot sought by a Chinaman fitting Leon Ling’s description. The sack, shipped from Schenectady, is linked to the case as Ling, suspected of disguise, is believed to be the woman who called for it.
A methane gas explosion at Lackawanna Coal & Coke mine killed seventeen miners and injured four. Most victims were foreigners. Rescue efforts involved volunteers including women, with teams lowering into the shaft and recovering bodies. Coroner to set date for an investigation.
Police, led by Commissioner under orders from the district attorney, press the Sigel murder investigation. Ching Sin, held on suspicion, undergoes further questioning with interpreter Quen Yick Nam, while other restaurant figures face bail as authorities pursue evolving leads in the case tied to Chang Gin.
Hyde Park June 24 Lam oille county court today the jury in the case of John Jewett of Montgomery charged with intoxication after five hours deliberation found the state failed to prove its case and Jews tt was discharged. Joseph Tatra of Belvidere was convicted days ago of furnishing liquor and fined 300 plus costs. The sentence was suspended and Tatra placed with the probation officer for 615 days.
Seventeen graduates completed Burr and Burton Seminary’s 76th commencement week with exercises in Music Hall. The ceremony featured a class of 17 members and concluded with the benediction, as program details conclude the eventful week.
Boston finance commission names Draper era men to oversee city contracts and finances. Coverage notes ship block plans and charting revisions under governor Draper, with members including Sullivan and Curtis, reflecting party balance and ongoing transportation oversight.
New York endures a four day heat wave with temperatures around 90 degrees and humidity near 80 percent. Parks and open spaces host thousands resting in shade as residents seek relief despite night temperatures staying high.
Fragmentary weather report sorely limited by OCR. Mentions outlook for 14 hours and a likely hot fall week, with yesterday and today’s temperatures compared to Tuesday, based on Dr. O B Reed’s thermometer readings over three days including afternoon measurements.
Boston reports a heat wave with eight people under treatment in city hospitals. A fatality occurred yesterday when Mine Otherine Head collapsed on the street and died within half an hour. Hospitals continue care for heat related conditions as humidity remains high.
Members of the Barre Golf Club are summoned to gather on a June day at 2 o'clock at Tinks for a scheduled match with the competing country. Names listed include Mossra, Davin, Da, A eriki, Emith, Milne, Johinson, Matthews, Je, Meld, John, and DH. Pury.
Rene Russell of Keene fell into the Connecticut River yesterday a mile above Bellows Falls while swimming with Hurlburt and another man. An attack of cramp and exhaustion led to his sinking before rescuers could reach him. the body had not been recovered. He had lived in Keene since January and worked for Vermont Palm Machine. he is survived by sister Maude Rustell of Keene.
A boy at St Johnsbury drowned while attempting to swim a dangerous eddy near Colt Blatt mill. He reportedly became exhausted and may have suffered heart failure. Evidence suggests he was caught in the current before bystander Eugene helped retrieve the body.
Milford June 24 The cutter and tool sharpener unions vote 42 to 12 to suspend work pending firm action. Foreman Darmenico Mariano and Superintendent Ardolino arrange exchanges. one man James Sangster is stabbed and cannot attend court. Judge Cook holds for one week as Ardolino brothers face assumpit charges and a 31000 wage dispute is noted.
The Marathon, featuring Johnnie Hayes who will train at Centennial Field, aims for an 8:90 start Monday near noon. Money prizes total 1,000 with four places, while Ted Crook of Mows adds to the field. Hawk and others prep on the track for the big event amid a strong ball program underway.
Indiana news reports Gov. Marshall will travel to Evansville to urge arbitration in the city street car strike. He says the street railway is a public service and the corporation should arbitrate to settle the dispute for the community’s benefit.
Washington report notes the Wright Brothers finished the Uninir aero plane and are prepared to start experiments tomorrow. Officials say the thirty day window is precautionary for possible bad weather, despite the Wrights requesting ten days.
Lackawanna Steel Co of Buffalo New York announced on June 21 a general price increase in all sales. The move affects enterprise and tie supplies with higher listed prices to reflect new sales conditions.
A man entangled by fortune tellers used a wallet to bribe a woman while in a hotel kitchen. He escorted the pair to the front of the hotel, then arrested a suspect and brought them to Putney. The victim recovered some money but the two women fled toward Brattleboro.
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The most notable Rutland wedding in years took place at Mrs Jatin BR Dorrs home. Agnes Ripley Pease married Victor Stonewall Jackson a navy officer stationed at New York. Rev Jos Reynolds officiated in a garden ceremony with Katherine M Seward maid of honor and eight bridesmaids. The couple will reside at 24 Latello street Brookline Mass after July 15.
Swanton June 24 local businessmen held a conference with C Darling and George Furleson of Erigan on their annual inspection. The meeting discussed changes in the part hive affecting business. Darling opposes shifts proposed by village and Workington is enforcing board orders and will test the department again.
Fire today leveled the Fort William Henry Hotel at Lake George New York a noted summer resort. The guests escaped unharmed while the building burned. Local authorities are investigating the cause of the blaze and assessing damages.
Commencement at Norwich features honors for the graduating class with 25 promotions to be announced. Gov Prouty attends a reception and several named cadet promotions and officer appointments are reported, along with alumni day events and trustee elections.
The Vermont Public Service Commission orders all electric railways in the state to adopt and maintain the uniform system of accounts prescribed for electric railways by the Interstate Commerce Commission as of June 1 1908. The measure takes effect July 1 1000 and remains until later order. Each company must comply as described in the commission notice and classifications provided.
Chicago June 24. The unification of the Continental National Bank and the Ameriscy Tenet and Savings bank was announced today creating a new banking institution with over sixteen miles in assets. The banks will retain individual afi.
A ceremony featuring Green Mountain Council and Royal Arcanum opened with music by Lyle Perry of Barre. Joe Lorraine of Montpelier praised the order as founder Mr Beckford chaired the gathering in Boston. Officials traced Royal Arcanum from its 1800s Boston roots to 250,000 members, noting benefits and a large emergency fund amid discussions on female membership and council integrity.
Mise Mabel Kent and Clarence D. Hames were married by Rev. J Edward Wright yesterday afternoon at four o'clock at George Kent's Montpelier house. Only family witnessed the ceremony. The couple left for Halifax by automobile and will reside in Montpelier where the groom works as a freight agent. Kent was a former schoolteacher and the bride teaches at the Spwaldi ieutes school.
Blanche E Yeartaw and Hermon C Davis were wed by Rev F A Poole at the Phelps home on South Main in a quiet ceremony attended by close relatives. The bride wore white silk and carried a bouquet of white roses. A reception followed and the couple will reside with Mrs Chamberlain on Reith Avenue after July 1.
An elderly woman, Mrs. Rigby aged 74, died after a fall sustained last Monday. She is survived by two brothers Arthur Arbuckle of Pears Barre and A C Foss of Cabot, and a sister Diana Blanchard of Massachusetts. The funeral will be at her daughter's home, with a program by local citizens at the park this evening.
An evening concert showcases America Munreh with Dorscht verture Mosafe and a Waltz Farewell to Min elo for clarionst Sth Air Fo x Performed by Mr MLFP Radley Mooring Pictures Mabi Entrae Te Ancieuta Reaves Walae TM Pinale The New Administration Star Spangled oe.
A wedding ceremony took place at Cutlier Corner Barre on Wednesday June 25 with Salle M. Taal of the Sarge family marrying Hattie H. Martin of Plainfield. Katherine Ladd served as bridesmaid and John Todd acted as best man as relatives and many guests attended the event.
Sixteen graduates receive diplomas in regular courses at Montpelier Seminary with four in commercial and two in shorthand. Andrew W. Eisom, former New World City education superintendent, delivers the graduation address. Diplomas presented to graduates in college preparatory and modern courses, with honors awarded to Otis F. Smithers and others. Jubilee celebration follows with speeches by state officials and local leaders. Endowment fund progress announced: $210,000 goal nearly met with $210,455 pledged. telegraphic pledge reduces remaining needs, aiding endowment plans.
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