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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1909

Page

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Widow Fires on Suspected Killer in Crowded Street

Mea Louien Labertia, seeking vengeance for her husband’s death, shot and killed Dominics Veraigia at noon on a busy New York street. Four shots fired, causing panic among bystanders as witnesses saw a 25-year-old widow named Mrs. Tabertin deliver the fatal blow after months of pursuing police action.

New York Tano Bustad Mea Louien Labertia Dominics Veraigia Tabertin Versigis

Chinese suspect in woman’s dress in Bainbridge raid

Norwich June 23 A Chinese man disguised as a woman reportedly landed in Bainbridge this morning and is believed to be Leon Ling. Police watch all roads and deputies have been sent in pursuit.

Leon Ling Norwich Bainbridge

President Denies Western Union Purchase Report

Lyndonville dispatch reports President Preriee Hall of the American Telegraph company denies any plan to acquire the Western Union Telegraph Company. He says the report is untrue and offers no further comment on the matter.

Vail American Telephone Company Lyndonville Shine Preriee Hall American Telegraph Company Telephone Company Ertoo Telegraph Company

Drowning Cases Reported Across Several Towns

The report lists multiple drowning incidents from Quincy Massachusetts to Lawrence and surrounding areas. Incidents include a man found in a quarry pond in Baker quarry and others in Mount Ontariay and the Merrimack River, with ages ranging up to 39 and occupations noted as spinners or laborers.

Drowning and maritime accidents reported in Vermont and Massachusetts

A mixed slate of early 20th century notices describes a drowning of a woman swimmer from Quingy Massachusetts and a separate boat accident near Nantasket. Additional items include ejectment actions in Hardisick Vermont, pharmacists’ convention plans near Lake Vermont, and officer elections for the Vermont Pharmaceutical Society.

One Man Killed in Fierce Riot in Springfield

A riot on Berry street involved about 300 Turks and Syrians. One Turk was killed and Syrian potterman fatally wounded. police arrested around a score of participants. The clash spread to Main Street with bricks, bottles, knives and clubs, drawing 12 officers to restore order. A previous race riot had occurred two years earlier without fatalities.

Springfield Mase Berry Street Seid Burak Peat Ieserty Moray Mardy Holyoke Sit Saste Animt Ud Hartford Grethren

Dartmouth College Commencement Service Details

Hanover N H June 29 The haven deturnate service of the L40ch commence et ee college Collec eek toos ee The Rev FL Janeway pastor of the church The deorum prayer was ty Rev Dr 8 P Leeds pastor emeritus of the clark The Te Deum was 2 by onse the mesiehoir ander Peet CHL musieal director Prof John K Lot acting lent of the wetlege Intendaeet an the Teccalaureate Preacher Prof Gearer Th Palmer of Harvard university Prof Palmer held the attention of the congreession Yn Nave compass mountain enough tam you northward Prof Palmer from Deuteronomy U1 a

Hanover N. H Haven FL. Janeway P. Leeds Clark the Onse Thie College John K. Lot Gearer Th. Palmer Harvard University Palmer

Vermont Boy Drowned in Westford Farm Pool

A four year old boy Harry Stevenson Benson of Betlow Patty Waud drowned at a Westford farm pool yesterday during a family visit to Mrs. Robinson, sister of Mrs. Benson. The family noticed the water cover had been removed and attempted to save him but were unsuccessful.

Harry Stevenson Bétlown Patty Wau Westford Mans Towers Massy Diene Harry Thy Jonial Robinson Stev Benson Wosepool Ellen

Bomb Explodes at Chicago Telephone Exchange

A bomb attack on Chicago Telephone Company's central exchange injured operators and damaged the building and adjacent properties. The blast shattered twenty windows, wrecked telephone cables, and left about ten thousand phones out of service. Investigators pursued leads as the incident disrupted service and prompted police action.

Chicago Central Exchange Chicago Telephone Company

Commencement at Vermont Burtington June 28

The University of Vermont 5th commencement events continued with the laureate address and prize ceremonies. Judges and faculty presided as speakers from East Syro and Stowe offered remarks while Wat and the orchestra provided music for the formal program.

Burtington University of Vermont W. Harris Stowe Wat

Middlebury College Address Highlights Phoenician Vision

President Jubm M Thowts delivered the annual sermon to graduates, outlining Phoenician trade history and warning that Tyre’s wealth arose from commerce not enlightened wisdom. Rev Daniel Heffernan Martin of the Presbyterian church gave the annual address titled Visions and Ideals to the Christian Association at Middlebury College.

Middlebury Jubm M Thowts Wermon Tyre Americas Ithem Teano Daniel Heffernan Martin Presbyterian Church Frantie Pally Christian Maxe

Peculiar Death: Blacksmith Ties Self and Falls in Pond

In Horgell New York state on June 28 Robert M. Bonney, a blacksmith, bound his feet with rope and fastened his arms then rolled into a pond. The act occurred near the bank of the pond and was described as peculiar. Bonney was known locally for his craft and had reportedly tied himself deliberately in a fatal display.

Horgell Robert M. Bonney

Sermon Preached to Many Masons at Granite Lodge No 15

A sermon delivered to Masons at Granite Lodge No 15 F and A M gathered for St John day observances at Usmermaliat church. The preacher stressed inner temple over outer rites, proclaiming the temple of God resides within each soul and urging charity, gentleness, and personal reform for the world’s betterment.

Universalist Church EB. C. Downey Usmermaliat Musona Gert Belle Seage Temple Jerusalem Enmont Poal Traua

Picnic Crowd Tragedy After Accidental Fall From Car

Adeland Fortier was injured when he fell from a car after attending the St. Jean Baptiste society picnic at Dewey Park. He lost his hold and slid onto the hard road, with companions assisting as he lay unconscious. He recovered after hours with a head bruise and no serious injuries. Earlier, two men leaning from a railing on a separate car fell, one head struck a pole. a companion helped prevent a worse fall, leaving only a bruised head.

Adeland Eas Atret

Teal branch picnic draws near 300 attendees at Dewey Park

The Teal branch of the At Jean Baptiste society hosted its first annual gathering at Dewey Park on Saturday. Relatives and friends from the community attended a day of games for children and dancing for adults with refreshments and merriment. The event concluded with plans to make the picnic a yearly fixture.

At. Jean Batiste Society Dewey Park Mont

Montpelier Boy Falls From Team on Madison Street

A grandson of William Hornbrook of Montpelier fell from a team while driving on Madison Street this forenoon and struck the curb. Dr Grieves attended and reported the child unharmed though stunned and bruised.

William Hornbrook Montpelier Madi Street Grieves

Shah Condemned in Rumor of Royal Death

report from Teheran says a mob shouted a proclamation that the Shah and royal family were condemned at a Booreh meeting. The palace denies the claim, but it is believed the Shah plans to flee to Russia.

Teheran Vityag Per- Thong Russia

Marvelous Exhibition Over Tokio by American Aviator

An American aviator wowed critics in Tokyo today at Uyeno Park. The display featured a high altitude flight around 200 feet, drawing officials and socialites who congratulated the pilot on a remarkable exhibition.

Tokio June Hamilton Werotaiut Uyeno Park Japane

Unclear OCR fragment on Catholic event nomination

An unreadable OCR snippet claims a Catholic ceremony or nomination occurred June 25, with references to Protestant involvement and a waiting period, but the text is garbled and details are not discernible. Potential names, places, or organizations are indiscernible.

Milford Granite Mills Reopened Under New Management

Milford New Hampshire June 28 The plant of the former MGMford Granite company has been overhauled and improved by Cambridge Mayors workers and will soon be reopened by Fort Granite company with Chester Carlton appointed superintendent to lead operations and oversee the changes.

Milford N. H Mgmford Granite Cmpany Camberdyr Maya Fort Granite Com Chester Carlton

To Meet at Fort Ethan Allen Vermont Commandery Meeting

The Vermont Commandery Military Order of Foreign Ware sets its annual meeting for June 28 at Fort Ethan Allen. Members are to assemble for ceremonies and related activities, with details on attendance and agenda to follow in official notices.

Fort Ethan Allen Tratlehors Vermont

Big Time Planned for Laymen's League Games at Caledonia

The Laymen's League of University church schedules a mardi gras style outing at Caledonia on Tuesday afternoon with events including baseball for boys under 15, a two mile or so jog, sack races, and a peanut scramble. Special ss or private cars will depart Marvin farm at 6 15 and 9 50 pm. An orchestra will perform during supper and in the evening. All league members and friends are urged to attend.

Captaina Whitcomb Ger Pat Lean Frank Jecksen Farry Whiteargh

Injuries Claim $25,000 in Kinney's Mills Plant Explosion

Henry Emerson seeks $25,000 damages after an explosion at Kinney's Mills near Corry Deavitt Frowe electric plant rendered him nearly blind in one eye and injured the other. The suit, filed in Orange County, notes Emerson’s eyesight loss and leg injuries from a fall at Heaton hospital where he is reported improving though concerns remain about a burned leg. The case may go to trial next term.

Kinney’s Mills Henry Emerson Corry Ieee Seas Sharer

Daylong Woods Outing Showcases Local Talent And Sports

A vivid account of a Saturday outing in the park region describes blue skies, summer winds, and a mix of contests and leisure. The piece highlights a standout hammer throw record for the club, culinary treats from master chefs, and lively dancing and music that capped the day as evening fell.

Amber Vermont Joe Tauerkraut Kong

Picnic At Fairmount Annual Piento

The annual picnic of Littlejohn Odgers Milne was held Saturday at Fairmount Park. Sports featured a ball game won by the single men seven to six with Cruickshank and Tne officiating, Ingram pitched and Cruickshank umpired. Another game ended 11 to 0 in favor of the married men. Several races followed for boys and girls, with participants listed, and a free for all half mile race. The organizing committee included Ran ie Ogston de Martie and Thompson.

Littlejohn Odgers & Milne Pairmount Perk Cruickshank Tne Williams Dale Ingram James Cruickshank Rae Itiekelank Upite George Theres Keottutda Nelile Gordon Mate Pawt Mrs Milne Ton Raene Douglans Cruickshank Gildo Minowa Jan David Ranie A. Ogston J. Its de Martiemoar G. Aubmial C Bheetal Geirgs ‘Thompson

Memorial for Lorenzo D. Lockwood Held in Reidomee

Native of Northfield Bellows Falls June 28. The femoral ff Lorenzo D. Lockwood was held yesterday morning, Rev. A G Wilnan officiated. Bearers Neil McDonald CG Oter J A Esteen and ae winett. Burial see in ingfivid. Rev P D Root p ter of the 'Search ye North he cas See cee at Fork and Charley Towkwood. Finder please leave at Tims office.

Fork Charley Towkwood Mira George F. Breton

Rev F A Poole May Leave Barre Church

The Barre Congregational church calendar lists Rev F A Poole as possibly leaving. The Union Gay Lingal church of Worcester has selected him as their pastorate candidate and may tender a formal call if the pastor approves. The Worcester Union church, a large city congregation with a notable edifice, has faced previous scrutiny over pastor changes.

Barre Congregational Callandar PF. A. Pooles Union Gay Lingal Wernester Wereeslay Union Church Worcester Bnet New End

McDonald Waugh wedding at St Albans with Waugh family ties

The marriage of Miss Ruth M. McDonald daughter of Dr and Mrs Theodore Waugh to Mr John Doe of New York took place Saturday afternoon at St Albans. The ceremony featured a bridal chorus from Lohengrin and a reception at the bride’s North Main street home. Attendants wore white gowns and bouquets. guests included relatives and close friends as the couple prepared for a future in New York City.

Joba Liberty Street St Albans Marguerite Waugh Theodor Waugh Ieee Yorke Benois Ruth M. Maes Lohen Saeed Beaninye Pepe Messalian Yoko Er Pees Serna Maid of Honor Hive Naterial Lesse Csurch Vidal Tomlin Tel North Maln Street Praia Mary McDonald Barre Mra Pat Hee Anaes Smith A Ce Ming Fonda Ainiag McDonald Wieterii Ra T. Waugh Price, Waterhouse & Co

Barre Peale Mies Fraylie Lovejoy Ceremony Trimming Rooms

A clipped notice notes Barre Peale Mies Fraylie Lovejoy presiding over trimming rooms of Mrs K C Young's wore week. The ceremony is referenced with local names and a rain shower at the station causes disruption. the text is fragmentary and unclear about full events or outcomes.

N. TH Barre Peale Mies Fraylie Lovejoy K. C. Young

Stampede at House Party Ends With Raid and Arrest

Deputies led by H D Camp and officer George Howe raided a house at 17 Hallroad Street. They found a party in progress with empty bottles and alcohol including a barrel of cream ale. Joseph Bianchi was arraigned in city court on intent to sell charges. Napoleon Paquin, detained for a prior sentence, remained in custody.

Hamel, Carle and Gamble H. D. Camp George Howe Joseph Bianch Hallroad Street Hellentine Bianchi Roeser Judes Scott E. BR Davis Boone Wien Dina Roe Bates Montpelier Thin City Napoleon Paquin Tateee Henry Andrews Paul Paquin

Forged Note Involving Mileages Reported In Wells River

Ralph Bennett forged and used a note in his mother’s name to obtain mileage and money for a travel grant. The Wells River incident led to police action. the boy was found with the stolen funds and mileage, and authorities planned a court appearance.

Ralph Bennett Whendrick Boston Maine Welle River Bennett Derby Kendrick Uneancee Paldwin Wella River Etina Walker Miss Walker Mr. Kendrick Mrs. Bennett Bee

John Gould Arraigned on Furnishing Liquor Charge

John Gould waived examination and was bound over to county court on a furnishing liquor charge. He was among those rounded up in the raid at Mrs Costello’s last week. Bail set at $900 by J J Glinney, with Attorney W A Lord appearing for Gould.

John Gould Montpelier Court Monet Gnty

Montpelier Boy Injured After Street Collision

Arthur McJarrett, a Montpelier boy, was struck by HG Stean Shaw’s team on Main Street while playing with friends on East State Street. He was initially believed seriously hurt, but Dr. Templeton found only minor injuries from the incident. Mr Stanahan drove a ting past the scene as the event unfolded.

Arthur McJarrett Montpelier HG. Steanshaw Main Street Templeton McJarratt East State Ievet Rast Mein Street Mr. Stanahan

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Western Union Quincy Mass John Baker Quarry Centerdale Nicola Mount Ontoriay Tawrence Misi Wrentham Wilo Fproaine Margaret Lostir Quingy Nantasket Mon Joseph Jacom Hiv II W. W. Miles Thiewaoek Caledonia County Yeatomar Schoal T. Goward Craftsbury Lake Vermont Pharmaentes I. Flint Prins Ar Lean Mee Nevi Mam Dartmouth College Middlebury College Thomas Adelard Portier Jean Batiste Society Shah Dokio Liverpool Pritestomtehurehis Catholica Dighler ECG Ornie, N Milford, J. Granite Company Henry Emerson Sues Corry Deavitt-Frost Company Cosmopolitan Club Fairmount Littlejohn, Odgers & Milne Northfield Lorenzo D. Lockwood Bellows Falls Tims F. A. Poole St. Albans Mitchele Lovejoy Barre Man Littleton, NE Joe Bianchi Blanch Walls River Arthur McJarratt of
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