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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1908
Page
1
The Barre granite industry and Washington County face a total work halt as unions vote to suspend labor talks after weeks of negotiations fail. about 4,500 workers idle including 1,770 granite cutters and quarry staff, with plants in Barre and Graniteville affected. Leaders predict a prolonged stalemate unless federal or national executives intervene.
The granite cutters met at the opera house at 10 o clock. The first business was choosing a dispute committee. The term of the conference committee expired March 1. The new committee was selected: Richard Origa, Angel Trobe, James Cruickahank, Alex Ironsides, and James McAdam. Four old officers were not eligible to join the new committee. The manufacturers opposed referring the matter to the International executive committee, but the motion failed by a large vote. The new dispute committee will meet tonight at 6 o’clock to organize.
A conference between quarry workers and quarry owners was arranged for the afternoon at the cen t Vuk on request of the quarrymen to permit a brief meeting. Montpetier Dispute Committers list several individuals including Joran Patrick Mefford y, Jame Sia, Alnaauier Jay and Richard Fountain.
In Chicago two unknown men visited a house and opened fire. A youth named Shippey was shot in the chest and killed the assailants fled. Police officer Foley reported the scene as two serious injuries with one death, indicating retaliation by the Black Hand.
A deadly blaze in Buffalo on a Sunday morning claimed the life of Anthony Schulte six years old and three of his siblings. The family, living in a frame house, perished inside as neighbors and a watchman from Gould coupler works aided in evacuation efforts before fire crews arrived. Walter Schultz, the oldest son, woke and helped his mother and siblings escape before the stairway became engulfed.
In Dedham Massachusetts on March 2 a quarrel between Crommen and Joly Orosten led to Calbrese firing a revolver at a boy named Tein, who then shot himself on the riverbank. The youth fell into the Charlee river as Calbrese aimed again and killed himself, with his body later recovered and police opening an investigation.
Fire swept a Tampa street section destroying multiple properties and factories including Brothur S500. Estimated damage reached hundreds of thousands with several structures left uninhabitable. Authority reports ongoing investigations and containment efforts as crews assess the scene.
Vermont news notes Gov. Proctor and Commissioner Foster will speak at their annual banquet in New York. The Vermonters’ event will feature Proctor as host and Foster as guest, with a community program and tribute to local leaders.
St Albans Vermont March 2 The Vermont Associated Proposel Jolt meeting of the American Revolution at the Hed Croat saviory has been postponed due to Secretary Taft's pressing commitments. Officers say it is impossible to hold the meeting in March and a rally is unlikely this spring. The Red Cross postpones its meeting until May hoping Taft can attend then.
Andrew Hamilton former counsel to the New York life and fire insurance companies died in Albany at his home last night or this afternoon. Autopsy found heart disease as the cause, with the death appearing sudden, after a long period of illness. Hamilton was long active in insurance litigation and legislative matters across the country.
A Burlington Rutland citywide note details prohibition era convictions and licenses from 1903 to 1907. It argues for an emphatic NO at the next election poll, urging temperance supporters to oppose reform. Barres City figures illustrate rising convictions under license and prohibition alike.
In a spirited Montpelier forum local leaders and residents consider future city spending and growth. Debates center on sewer projects and roads, with officials warning about debt and taxpayers’ burden while urging prudent infrastructure investment.
Quarrymen at Quincy reported for work after voting to refer the dispute to the national executive committee of the granite cutters union and manufacturers for arbitration. Westerly workers held firm, demanding 40 cents per hour more. Gloucest er and Rockport talks failed to yield an agreement, unions seek one year or three year deals, with about 700 members and pay raises tied to a three year plan.
May 1 Concord reports indicate no immediate action by New England agents on a potential tie up in the granite industry due to differences between workers and manufacturers. Little confirmable news from Concord. local views hinge on a forthcoming wage schedule and an expected strike impact if it occurs.
A fragment from a newspaper page notes a move toward Annapolis by a tech team seeking a pace at a significant advancement. Researchers from a named organization push for new benchmarks in coastal defense and cyber coordination.
Four defendants faced Montpelier city court for burglary and related charges. Murdock McAaley Barre Town and Edwin LaFarr Montpelier joined Henry Sullivan Cape May and John Marra Quincy in pleading guilty. LaFarr received 80 days, and another plea led to 7 days more. fines and costs totaled 457 dollars with 270.10 collected and 540.66 costs recorded.
The funeral services for John A Death were held from St Betd od 8 o'clock veaterda. The church was filled with relatives and friends. The tributes were many and beautiful. The bearers were C. Moore, James Trowah, George Gorman, Clyde Kiook, James Murrion, and Frank Roane. Interment was in the Catholic cemetery. Among those from out of the city who attended were Mr.
Funeral services for Josiah Gale were conducted Saturday from his home on East Hill with Rev. F A Poole officiating. Neighbors attended and two selections were sung by Mr and Mrs A W Allen. Bearers included J Newton Gale Fred Gale Conte Gill and Bert Webster. The body was placed in Elmwood Cemetery vault.
Northfield notes the last meeting of the board of civil something before the town meeting. The town clerk’s site hosted the session. Voters backed the license by a substantial margin though many details are garbled.
In Montpelier today discussions touched on liquor licenses as the town develops during the recent period with few installations. A Saturday gathering is noted at the home of Mr and Mrs Gonjat. Messages show best wishes to a pair from local friends. They departed at four o clock for a southern state sojourn.
EAL Carter, an inmate from the county jail, got drunk on an outlying errand. He appeared in Montpelier court and received an additional ninety days confinement in the county institution after previously pleading guilty to the charge.
A man surrendered in Manchester New Hampshire on March 7 claiming he was wanted in Windsor on the charge of toste. He said he must be delivered to Windsor authorities and that he would face the matter if released. The Windsor case remained under police review as the town awaited the man’s arrival.
Public hearing before Heenes commissioners reviewed a possible revocation of Angelo Dik Yersh liquor license. William A. Wright testified he did not buy liquor there. evidence suggested a transfer by a third party. Commissioners found no sufficient grounds to revoke the license. Saloons remained closed, with election day prompting temporary suspensions. licensees claimed closures were voluntary and not externally mandated.
Misa Elizabeth J Nichols daughter of Mr and Mrs Ror C Bugbes wed in the morning at the bride s Brooksteen home. Rev By M Me Kenna officiated before about forty friends and relatives. The couple under an evergreen arch with Mary Marguerite Nichols and James Mackay Jr as attendants. The bride wore a dark blue voile gown and a wedding dinner followed. They plan a ten day honeymoon to Massachusetts and will reside at 9 Washington Street.
The Barresey Bank and Trumt company closed its books today paying its annual dividend to stockholders at eight percent. It shows increased profits of 4,236.09 for the year and total assets of 1,390,002.50. Depositors received interest, and the state collected 785,401 in taxes, reflecting active business in the past year.
Poor OCR reads show a local baseball fair aiding a charity with athletic sections. Details are garbled but indicate a Saturday event featuring workers and debt relief efforts, with referenced sums and a ticket sale. Named entities are unclear due to text damage.
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