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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1908

Page

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Train Collision Left Boy Fatally Hurt, Another Escapes

White River Junction on June 29 a wagon carrying Philip Stone 11 was struck by a freight train near Hartford. Stone suffered a crushed right arm and severe head lacerations and died at Mary Hitchcock Hospital. Wilfred Lavelle 14 jumped clear with only minor injuries. The wagon and horses were badly damaged, and signals at the crossing reportedly warned of the approach.

White River Junction Philip Stone George Stone Hartfort Hartford Apinet Esate Téin

Thaw to be granted jury hearing in habeas case

White Plains New York June 20 Harry Thawie seeks relief through a habeas corpus hearing as his lawyer A Rus dy states that Justice Mills promised a hearing at the October term. The case centers on the request to set aside confinement and obtain a jury review of the evidence.

White Plains N. Y Harry Thawie Rusdy Millsromised

Sherman to Leave for Home Wednesday

Cleviland June 29 reports that Sherman will depart for home Wednesday unless Congress acts on expenses. He remains in good health and is described as rapidly improving.

Cleviland Congress Sherman Alica

Lippp Plans Cutter Yacht for American Cup

Sir Thomas Lippp stated today in Glasgow that he would compete for the American Cup with a cutter-rigged yacht built to conform to the New York Yacht Club rules. He pledged to enter the contest under the new standards.

Bulla Glasgow Thomas Lipp An Today New York Yacht Club

Haying Under Clouds Delays Presidential Luncheon

Bay and 20 dark clouds darken the scene as farmers hustle to cover hay before 9 o clock. Assistant Secretary of State Bacon introduces Major Moline of Vera Cruz and Senator Manuel Calero at a luncheon. Guests include Casper Whitney of Outing, Bhaw of Review of Hevinws, and Col. William L. Marshall.

Fano Chin Mitiing Gran Hone Bacon ‘Eitie Moline Vera Cruz Manuel Calero Ero Casper Whitney Outing Alert Bhaw Review

Troublesome Gypsies Cause Village Disturbance

A group of about 25 men and numerous children disturbed a farm on Ward Wells land, driving horses from a meadow. Deputized lawmen intervened, some horses were driven to the pound, and the gypsies were persuaded to depart toward the road despite resistance.

Ward Wells Mirrixeey Ubei Uae

Grass fire claims ten in North Reading tragedy

Geneias Mase reports a grass fire at a North Reading camp that killed Mrs. Thomas Staples and severely burned her husband, who was injured rescuing her. The deceased was about 50 and Mr. Staples owns a small store on Mechanic street. Fire crews battled embers fanned by sparks from local gypsy and brown tail moth hunters. some fires have been extinguished then reignited nearby. The injured man was transported home by an ambulance and may be sent to Melrose hospital for treatment.

Geneias Mase Thomas Stapler Stramer North Reading Staples White Bie Melrose Hospital Andy mGay Mr. Stuplon Nie Fweck

Injunction Served In Barre Town Divorce Case

Mrs. Whitcomb of Barre Town faced divorce papers after a Montpelier incident where Mr. Whitcomb alleged kidnapping as they rode an electric car with their child. An injunction from Judge Hall bars the mother from keeping the child, and possession was restored pending further order. the divorce case is set for the September term of Washington County Court.

Willliam Whitcomb Barre Montpelier White Judge Hall Whiteoulais Washington County

Judge Wells Withdraws Candidacy for renomination

Assistant Judge L R Wells of Midilie sex announced he would not seek renomination by the Republican party. He has served two terms, the limit by precedent, though supporters urged another term for his prison board and bench work. The race now features C M Richardson of Waitsfield and G H Dale of Waterbury. W Bliss of Calais announced a Senate bid, age 68, Civil War veteran, long local offices holder, previously Calais legislator in 188d.

L. R. Wells Midiliesex Republicana C. M. Richardson Waitsfield G. HH Dale Waterbury W. Bliss Calais Bliss

Immense Auto Plunges Over Cliff in Travel Accident

Vienna reports a touring party auto plunged over a cliff in the Tawns mountains near Wisebaden last night. Three were killed and six fatally injured among ten passengers. seven others badly hurt.

Vienna Tawns Wisebaden

Secretary Taft Busy Before Resignation

Washington June 20 Taft at the war department busy with a flood of congratulatory letters as he prepared to resign tomorrow The secretary’s office was filled with dozens of messages from officials and the public praising his service during the final hours before his departure.

Washington, D. C Taft War Department Hin Olbee

Orange County Republicans Nominate Slates in 1890s Meeting

James R. MeLam of Topsham won the East side senate nomination over William Hatch by 48 to 28 while George W. Flagg of Braintree secured the West side seat over Seaver. Horace White named Hart side assistant judge, Dana Store and Almon Bicknell for West side. Frank S. Williams and Stanley C. Wilson discussed for state's attorney with Williams later receiving the nomination. John B. Peckett named probate judge for Bradford district. Plumley addressed the convention amid Roosevelt platform support and calls to vote in September and November.

Chelsea Orange County Republicn Convention Town Hall David Bradford Republican County Committee HH. K. Darlings W. L Spear Randolph Kalen James Re Melam Topshem C. U. Lathrop Wile Mimtaatowni John M. ‘Knight Corinth Elbert J. Claplin Braintree James R. MeLam Topsham William M. Hatch Strafford West Side Dana H. Store Almon B. Bicknell Tunbridge Moree Mr. Bicknell Frank S. Williams Hradford Stanley C. Wilson Wil Hn Wag Williams Hammon T. Baldwin Newbury B. Darling Wershire John B. Peckett Samuel M. Gleason Thetford George L. Stow Horace White Topatam Committee On Rooselvelt Fletcher Procter Vermont Dr. Conant G. W. Flagg Iaintree C. W. Clark Brookfield H. K. Darling Cheltea A. ©. Jackson A. P. Bancroft Pairlee Deane J. ¥. Emerson Orange Dana H. Marke Morrill H. F. Wilcox M. W. Hood A. B. Bicknell Bof, Puller A. Hi, Whitcount Washington William Paul West Fairlee Lewis M. Seaver Williamstown Mon. Krank Phunlsy Orange County

Swedish Society Elects New Officers for Next Six Months

Nordatjornag No 112 elected officers at a Saturday night meeting. Crndt Edward Krietron was named president with Edwin Armdersan as vice president, Kimi Lateen as secretary, John Carl Matson as treasurer, Emanuel Johnson as ceremoniarman, Arvid Carlpon as treasurer, Laure Aldersn as outer steward, and other posts filled by Erpcal Sleberg and Sam Jobim.

Nordatjornag Trder Vesa Counlar

Large Field of Entries for Trotting Meet at Park

A big entry field is received for a two day race meet at the trotting park Friday and Saturday July 3 and 4, with judges GE Moody, A J Sibley and L W Hammett. The free-for-all remains open until Thursday seven o clock. Entries include Sembnaught, Silver Heels, Color Bearer, Kitty B, Prince Archer and many others across 2:35 2:27 2:21 classes. Donald Smith is club president and George A Golden to sell Quarry Boy at public auction after the trials.

New England Sembnaught Duby Sheldon Junction Dia Yelxer T. VV Utton Morrisville Silver Heels Utton & Son Dim Pateh Uleton & Son Richardeon Littleton Noimme Hird Richardson Litteton Yleretmer Richardson The Uleten Ha Kitty W Bentley Middlebury Prince Dolly C. Livingston South Hero Deida Stevens No. Montpelier Green Mountain Boy Porter Middieory Blue Ribbon Allen Cadel Defender Ned Cale Kittredge Woodeville Nu If Red Brino T. W. Utton Allinetts Sunderlin Lebanon Fy the Outlaw Page Bros Barre Yeen Alexandr Phelpe Mikado Harding Berton Donald Smith John Trow Wecrretary Winehay George A. Golden

Didnt Fight The Charge Fred Lahie Fined 300

Police raided Lawrence Avenue late Saturday seizing a barrel of ale and nine quarts of whiskey. Fred Lahie pleaded guilty to keeping and selling liquor and was fined 300 with costs. Officers Faulkner Carle and Gawdle executed the raid under a Grand Jury warrant. Napoleon Paquin pleaded guilty to breach of the peace and was sentenced to 35 to 46 days in Montpelier jail after a Saturday arrest.

Lawrence Avenue Tred Lahle Lawrence Street Lahie Mwe Faulkner Carle Gawdle KL Davis Napoleon Paquin Montpelier Paquin Hamel River Street

Threatened Woman Case In East Havre Court

Justice A C Dickey presided at East Havre police court over Jones Martin a quarryman at Moutwell Milne Varum who was arrested after a complaint by Mrs Barish a woman who hoards a brothel stating Martin threatened to use a revolver and foul language though no weapon was found. He pleaded guilty to breach of the peace and paid a total of 98.90 after a 10 fine. Grand Juror W A Gutler prosecuted.

A. C. Dickey East Havre Jones Martin Moutwell, Milne & Varmum's Hutchins Granteville Martin Jurtin Dickey East Barre Este W. A. Gutler East Marre

Bound Over in Diamond Ring Larceny Case

Willard G. McGinley faced city court on larceny charges for a diamond ring claimed at 875. He was bound over to county court under $500 bonds posted by Alexander Gordon and his father William A. McGinley. Witnesses included Forsythe and W A McGinley.

Willard G. McGinley H. Forsythe Alexander Gordon Willian A. McGinley Forsythe W. A. McGinley Witnhes Borsythe May Young McKinley Forgythe

Burglary at Franklin Targets Local Stores

Burglars entered P. L. Hopkins and W. Powell stores in Franklin on Saturday. Hopkins store had a broken glass pane and a damaged inner door, but nothing of value was taken. Powell’s shop also breached with no jewelry or valuables reported missing.

Franklin P. L. Hopkins W. Powell F. T. Hopkins

Drunk in Montpelier Case Before Local Court

Judge Harvey of Montpelier city court presided over a single intoxication case. Frank Thompson of Richford pleaded guilty after being apprehended Saturday night in the Three Mile Strip. He was sent to the county jail for ten days as a fine or punishment. Bond was set for others mentioned, including Washington Cleveland appealing a prior conviction.

Harvey Montpelier Frank Thompson Richford J . Latile Jorue

Marrell Club Ladies Golf Tournament Recap

The weekly Marrell club competition for ladies was held last week with the usual format. Matches featured notable play from several club members and concluded with winners earning top positions for the next event.

Marrell Club

Masons Attend Church Service as a Body

A special service for Masons was held yesterday morning at the Church of the Good Shepherd with about 100 members attending. Rev. W. J. M. Beattie delivered an inspiring sermon on building character and the religious aspect of Masonry, emphasizing brotherliness, service, and fraternal duty to uplift others as God’s sons.

Church of the Good Shepherd W. J. M. Beattie Hisself Mayon Eail St. John Goil

Electric Railroad Buys a Large Barre Farm and Park Site

The Barre and Montpelier Power and Traction Co bought the O P B Pitkin farm between the city and Montpelier for 610000. The 10 acre tract includes Intercity baseball grounds and Benjamin's Falls, with public park history and trespass signs. The purchase connects with Aldrich firm land. future plans aim to convert the area into a park.

Benjamin Falls Barre Montpelier Barre and Pitkin Montpelier City Repite Ite Fevente Biv Company

Took Barre Bride at Home of Hillside A. W. Cordiner

A quiet wedding was held Saturday evening at the Hillside avenue home of A. W. Cordiner in Barre. Genie Cordiner married Clarence Loon Blakey of Manchester New Hampshire. Only close friends attended with Mise Mary Gardiner as bridesmaid and Janice Blakey, groom’s brother, as best man. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Afr. Boattia of the Church of the Good Shepherd. Mr. and Mrs. Blakey will reside in Manchester, NH.

A. W. Cordiner Hillside Avenue Genie Clarence Loon Blakey Manchester N. H Iwn Mise Mary ‘Gardiner Janice Blakey Best Mg Afr. Boattia Makoy Manetrestor N. HL

Night in Barre Opera House Lineup Announced

Local theater scene lists DeNoyer and Danie Sistere vande willie in a Labor Day program at Theaterium on 40 Math Street with Massarco's theatre nearby. Conder picture alon and A. Tom nai Week referenced.

DeNoyer Danie Sistere Vandewillie Berwin Theaterium Math Street Massarco’s Seamptri

Reunion of Cutler Corner School Association at Dewey Park

More than 225 attendees gathered for the fifth reunion of the Cutler Corner School Association at Dewey Park on Saturday. The event featured a prepared dinner for all, a celebratory address by W. H. Gladding, musical entertainment by a boys’ orchestra, and the re election of the old board of officers. New members joined the association, and a memorial paper honoring departed members was read. Edward Lane of Montpelier attended by carriage and was served a meal.

of Cutler Corner School Association Dewey Park Vome Alfred Parkhurst Chadwick W. H. Gladding Randalpl Jehildren W.H. Gladding L. H. Thurston A. W. Allen A. S. Parkhurst Clinton Cutler F. T. Cutler Amlar Iedor Edward Lane Montpelier

Manchester Unity Picnic Highlights Baseball Victory

About one hundred members of Manchester Unity Odd Fellows and their families gathered at Caledonia Park for the annual picnic. A married men versus single men baseball game ended 6 to 4 for the single men, who earned a cigar box donated by Bro. Oscar Borgh. Races and dancing followed with winners including Alex Hall and Ralph Olilgyr, and Angus orchestra provided music before the group returned home at 7 30 in the evening.

Manchester Unity Odd Fellows Caledonia Park Charles Offiver William Leith Oscar Borgh Alex. Hall John Vereoo Tital Ralph Olilgyr Verty Oliver M. Faulkner Alex Cardiner McLeod Berrest Charles Leo Angus

Annual Presbyterian Picnic at Shepard's Grove Draws Crowd

The Presbyterian church held its annual picnic at Shepard's Grove on Saturday afternoon with about 300 attendees. Children enjoyed races and games for women, elders rested in the shade, while the maze and single men played baseball, the single men winning 14 to 0. Stewart and Craig starred for the single men, Phillips and others for the Benedicts.

Presbyterian Church Shepard’s Grove Stewart Craig Phillips Benedicts

Episcopal Plans for Tomorrow Service

A church notice announces a Sunday service at the Church of the Good Shepherd tomorrow. A member will attend and a group from the church plans to be present at the event, reflecting parish activity in the community.

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White River Hignover Wilfred Labelle Peabody United Stamford Myre Thomas Staples Wakefield Mass William Whitcomb Phat G. H. Dale Wilson James R. McLain George W. Flagg Braintre Frank Plumley Titlemen's Driving Club Wina Daly Julia Yelser Mabel Mil T. W. Ottom Merrieville Hulia Yeiser Morrieville Arenas Utton & Bon Morrisvile Humming Hird Mortimer Dolly B Brown Burlington Queen's Counsel Prince Archer Aleander Maid Montepelier Lady Whitcomb Smith Stock Farm Marre Black Orphan Dan Polly Livingston South Hern Veida Keen Mountain Bay Middle Jt, Brown Miler Morriaville Red Bring Mabel Hil Hrownell Sundertin the Gullaw Utten & Son Dan, Duby Sheldon Junelion Fred Lahie Jonas Martin Graniteville Meaog AL Dodge Woodralt Masons Clarence L. Blakey Manchester, N. H Genie Cordiner Cutler School Association Board of Officers Manchester United Odd Fellows Shepard's Grove Presbyterian Sunday School
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