Unusual Vermont Lightning Burns Plant Houses
A severe lightning event last night struck several factory sites in Vermont. The International Harvester plant, Mart Genin Weigler Co, and the Minneapolis Thresher Co buildings were destroyed or damaged, causing an estimated loss of about $260,000. The fires occurred in Burlington and St. Albans with additional impacts reported in Peoria. The blaze disrupted local plant operations and raised concerns over electrical safety.
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Vermont
Burlington
St. Albans
Peoria
International Harvester Company
Mart Genin Weigler Co
Minneapolis ‘Thresher Company
Lightning Strikes Burlington House Damages Inside
Burlington March 7. Lightning struck a house on Sean aan ye street occupied by Bridget and New Nester two maiden Indies. It tore pictures and mirrors from the wall and caused minor damage. The occupants were away at the time.
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Burlington
Sean “Aanye Street
Bridget
New Nester
Severe Thunderstorm Ties Up Vermont Towns
Reports from Richford Swanton and Albury describe a heavy electrical storm that moved through the region yesterday afternoon causing widespread outages and damaged lines. In Tichford the service was knocked out by crosswire faults amid strong winds and a lengthy outage.
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St. Albans
Richford
Swanton
Albury
Tabsball
Tichford
Fire Damages St Albans Grain Plant
Fire at the St Albans Grain Company mill damaged the building. Estimates put the loss at about 4000 dollars. Cause remains unknown as flames spread through the mill room and were brought under control by local fire crews.
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Albans
St. Albans
St. Alan
Severe storm with thunder and lightning at St Albans
A thunder shower of unusual severity swept St Albans on March 6 and 7 with vivid lightning and heavy thunder. Reports describe electrical disturbances and a flash of lightning seen in Cabot.
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St. Albans
Wilfeveral
Anna Gould Marriage Reported to Prince Saganie French News
Paris March 7 The Crime Party Rot sticks to the story of the marriage of Mme Anna Gould and Prince Ra Saganie of a smaller German state but now alleges the details of the ceremony were arranged amid royal fears of a scandal. Witnesses say the ceremony followed strict protocols and may have relied on half fees from her father’s will.
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Paris
Mme
Anna Gould
Prince Ra Saganie
Wns
Siner
William Malley Goes to Prep School for Naval Academy
William Be Malley, a successful candidate in the examination for the Naval Academy at Annapolis, Montpelier event, attended a preparatory school in Xanapeie. He remains a Montpelier High School pupil and will graduate in June after the April entrance exams and return to finish his Montpelier schooling.
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William BE. Malley
Anlis
Montpelier
Xanapeie
Vermont teachers discuss state convention plans in Rutland
The Vermont Teachers Association executive committee will discuss the program for the state convention to be held in Rutland on October 15. Details outlined include preliminary arrangements and intended activities for the gathering.
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Rarlinghen
Marek T
Vermont Teachers’ A
Mart Fodkay
Liuiland
Dinrbeny
Dees Pee
Bead on Collision Case Sparks Injuries
Fragmentary OCR notes a collision incident with several individuals injured. Names, locations, and exact actions are unclear, but the fragment indicates medical attention and a notable impact event. Further readable details are unavailable in the provided text.
Minnesota Democrats Indorse Johnson for Democratic Nomination
In St Paul Minnesota the Democratic state committee endorsed Governor Johnson of Minnesota for the Democratic presidential nomination. The Johnson resolution passed 68 to 23 after Bryan supporters forced two test votes. The committee set a May 15 state convention in St Paul to elect delegates to the national convention.
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St. Paul
Minn
Mayer
Minnesota
Wholesale Burials of Fire Victims in Ohio
Mereland Ohio March at 9 a m. Solemn high masses celebrated at Catholic churches Collinwood for victims of the fire. Sixteen children stood before the altar at St Marys and nearly as many at St All. Twelve children of the Collinwood school perished today. Forty of this school lost their lives.
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Mereland
Ohio
Tates Soleom High Mines
Collinwoodt
St. Mary's Chirohy
Ove Grove
Lie Collinwood
Consuelo Duchess of Marlborough aboard Lucania in New York
Consuelo, Duchess of Marlborough and daughter of William K Vanderbilt, was a passenger on the liner Lucania which arrived in New York. The main purpose of her visit appears to be awaiting further details, with interests in sociological conditions in New York prisons and related matters.
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New York
White Plague Shows High Tuberculosis Death Rates
The 1906 death statistics across 18 states show tuberculosis as the leading killer among nonviral diseases with about 1504 deaths per 100000 population. South Dakota and Michigan have the lowest rates, while deaths rose from 1903 to 1905, with males comprising 459 of 5863 total. Violent deaths total 30554, with 7000 lives lost to railroad accidents and 183 to auto crashes.
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Washington
Cening Bureau
South Dakota
Michigan
Divide
Juss
Eure
Germany
Still No Clew In Sharpe Disappearance In Lanoala N H
Authorities press on with Greek residents as alibis prove solid in the Sharpe disappearance case in Lanoala New Hampshire. City officials and county solicitor scrutinize Greek homes, with a Sunday investigation and no trace of foul play yet.
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Sharpe
Lanoala
N. H
William
Tie Creek Colony
Charley A. Yarvell
Frank
Mow Maeven Hens M Daker Reported In Person
An unclear report notes Mow Maeven Hens M Daker appearing in person with a description that includes a mix of names and phrases. The fragmented text mentions a pew and Bele cepork, suggesting a local church or community notice without clear context or outcome.
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Mow
Maeven Hens M. Daker
Arriba McDetlak
Goddard Seminary Captures State Basket Championship
Goddard Seminary and People's Academy fought a razor thin state final at One Chute Street gym. Goddard edged ahead late as Howth and Wreidle scored, while disputes over time kept readers on edge. A large crowd witnessed a rough, tightly played contest with key fouls and redoubled defense, securing Goddard's season title and a final score near even.
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Goddard
People’s Academy
Goddard Seminary Academy
Jasme
Chute Street Gymnasium
Dodd
People’s
P. A
Morrievile
Thureday Sveung
Morriveille
Keir
BR. Stafford
Howth
Wreidle
Spaulding
Getdard
Theeo Haakere
Cividard
Spalding
Tle
Stafford
Peoples
Geore
People's Academy
Ley
Montpelier
Frpr
Goddard Seminary
Spuunding
Stafford Heath
Fi Raymore Heille
Seit Hinker
Alexander
D. Wenters Berry
Rf. G. Walker
Heath
Tinker
Kiou
Wimpire
Eor Hmers
Kolraml Jt
Burlington Wins Big in Vermont Academy Bout
Burlington crewed past Vermont Academy with a 17 to 0 victory. Squires of VA sparked a sensational shot, while Bollock of Muffington paired with Turlington in a tight game as the Burl hipinal line and Dodder scorer contributed.
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Vermont Academy
Squires
V. A
Wall
Turlington
Mareh
Adams Begins Duties as Station Agent at Burlington
f. Adams starts work as station agent for the Countess Vermnt railroad at Burlingtor Burlingites and planned a visit to North Hanger Maine before relocating to Los Angeles Cal.
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F. ©. Adams
Burlingtor
Burlingites
Founom
Hiv
North Hanger
Lon Angeles
Cal
Adawin
Barre
Barnum
Bexan
Brandon Pastor Accuses Chan Day in Court of Honor
Brandon pastor accuses Chan Day, with charges linked to defamation of character and large money gifts. The case references the New York district April conference, with background on Rev. Cooke and Prof. Mitchell tied to Methodist church history and prior heresy charges.
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Jay Ravi J. Facash
Das G
Branson
P.M. Watters
D. D
Cooke
Bo Ld
Day
Day Wan Yint
Methodise
Sexsi Rvane Tee
Newe York
Ehnirch
Milford, Mars
Lewell
New England
New York
Hincktey M. Mitchell
Helwew
Boston University
Calls Cooke a Joke in Syracuse Church Row
Syracuse church dispute pits Rev Clarence Cooke against church figures after he threatens charges and media attention. The letter suggests Cooke claims defenses against accusations while naming several professors and officials and stirring church reputational concerns. The exchange mentions New York conference and multiple church leaders amid ongoing contention.
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Syracuse
N.Y
Cooke
New York
Aguinet
Jamies M. Hurkley
Chargre
TP. Trowne
Beeton University
M.A. Mitchell
Heaton University
Tr. MacKarland
Mothiglist Sunday School Union
Veteran Fire Fighter Elbridge H. Weed Dies in Rutland
Totland March 7 Elbridge H Weed longtime Rutland firefighter and plumber tinmith by trade, aged 68, native of Woodedock and city resident 41 years. He served in the Rutland fire department and was a member of the Nickiachett Hook and Ladder Company. Authorities praise his competence and long service, noting he worked under chiefs King Hannan Dunton and McDermott.
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Totland
Elbridge H. Wood
Rutlandire Department
Frank
Vermont
Wand Hag
Kirtland
Woudetockie Line
City
Hie
Rutland
Phi Nickieachett Howe Company
Fay Bax
King Hannan
George W. Dunton
McDermott
Carbolic acid tragedy reported in Waterbury case
In Waterbury Connecticut March T. Manetee Monéromea a noted fore peynalelicn. a man and his wife, plus their six-year-old daughter, were found dead from self inflicted causes following the same incident. A third party, a foster child, is injured on return home.
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Waterbury
Conn
Willians
Sind
Meet This Afternoon on Barre Granite Dispute
Boston talks aimed at settling differences between manufacturers and unions return to Barre. Officials Mossie H Jones and B Ryle report to committees handling negotiations. plans may lead to a settlement as four points are discussed with Quincy granite firms and International Granite Association. Tool sharpeners meet Monday morning to discuss a possible settlement, with union committees considering broader labor issues.
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Mossie H. J. Mf. Jones
B. ¥. Ryle
Barre
Asociation
W. 5
Alexander
Boston
National Association
Aserie
O'Cock
Toston
Granite T
Quincy
International Granite Eee
Polisher Union Notices for March 1908 Meetings
Members of Polisher's Branch No 1 and Branch No 12 are ordered to attend daily 10 to 12 sessions at Nichols block beginning March 0 1908 to review strike rolls. Absence or failure to report will forfeit strike pay per regulations. Also union meeting at St Sylvester's Graniteville March 9 at 7 pm.
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G. C
Nichols
Meboand
Noar
Sea ‘Orkers
International Union of Forth America
St. Sylvester's Church
Graniteville
Heese Miller
Cor. Ancy
Second annual New England rural projects conference held in city
Delegates from New England and rural agriculturalists attended the second annual conference on agriculture in the city. Speakers from regional colleges discussed teaching agriculture in public schools and industrial education, stressing separate high schools for agriculture and broader public nights program topics.
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Poston
New England
Roghead
Seana Salienestie
Agel
Ejected from House Amidst Window Punching Incident
A drunken scene unfolds on Wallington Street as Charlie Bovine assaults property and resists officers. He clashes with a patrol, is taken to the station, and pleads guilty to intoxication in court, fined 15 dollars plus 15 dollars in costs.
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Charlie Bovine
Wallington
Acthar Castro
Bovine
Paul
Choively
Seefinifenne Co
Dee
4 Ty
Fred Watlet
Pete
Aries
Wallen
Chin
Dr. Cump
Patrick Trombly
Graniteville
Tin
Trombly
Peter Thom
TWO MARRIAGES AT CITY HALL IN SOUTH RYEGATE AND SOUTH BARRE
Two couples were united in marriage this morning by Justice of the Peace James Mackay at City Hall. Harry Ballarini of South Ryegate wed Miss Jennig Colombe of this area, a native of England, with a granite cutter by trade. Frane Biermayer of Granite Street married Mie Gertule Shols of South Barre at 11 oclock, with Mr and Mrs Hollenbeck of South Barre attending. They will reside on Granite Street.
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Geetha Green
James Mackay
Mornig
Mackay
Harry Ballarini
South Ryegate
Jennig Colombe
Patie
England
Colombe
Northfield
Oclork
Frane Biermayer
Granite Streat
Mie Gertule Shols
South Barre
Mra
Hollenbeck
Granite Street
Montpelier Hospital Funding Discussed by Trustees
M. E. Smith, chairman of Heaton hospital trustees in Montpelier, will meet the Montpelier council tonight to discuss the city's appropriation to the hospital. Trustees are undecided whether to accept the $5,000 vote to aid the hospital at the omnibus meeting. Some trustees favor refusing the subsidy and charging the city regular rates for patients sent as public charges.
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M. E. Smith
Heaton Hospital
Montpelier
Montpelierity
Cty
Me. Smilie
Death of A. L. Kellogg noted in local dotage
Allen Kellogg, a longtime merchant and Stowe resident born in 1533, died after a medical event at Hinerton Hospital. An operation was performed but he did not recover, with his life ending this morning. He had been a trading citizen and a former Congregational church officer.
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Allen
Gielo
Spelier
Felny
tHegton Hospital
Flint Lake
Ile Hond
Stowe
Art Way
Neigh School
Congregational Church
Death of Stone Cutter My Weee Wee Of
A granite cutter named My Weee Wee has died, marking a fatal incident reported in local files. Details about the death and workplace location are sparse in the readable text. Further records are needed for precise dates and circumstances.
Funeral of R. B. Armstrong in Birr church
The funeral service for Gillanl Armstrong was held at St Moles church in Birr with bells tolling. Reverend McKenna conducted the ceremony. Bearers came from the Ancient Order of Hineulant, reflecting local fraternal support for the family.
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Gillanl
Armetreig
St. Moulea’s
McKenna
Woman Falls From Second Story Rug in Long Street Home
Mrs Robert Imlah of 1 Long Street found her wife, Mrs Pell, unconscious after she slipped while shaking a heavy rug from a second floor piazza at about eight this morning. She sustained a head wound requiring 17 stitches, three broken ribs, and possible internal injuries. She is resting as comfortably as possible under the circumstances.
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Robert Imlah
Long Street
Imad
Secon
Ah. Imtal
Ant
Irina
Rel
Imlah
Kate
Boston
Robert
Tara
Jota
Hardwick
Ata Tinlad
Height ruling in Barre police job sparks debate
Barre residents discuss whether a five feet eight inches height requirement for patrolmen is necessary as Peter Thom, nearby inches short, challenges the city’s ordinance. Supporters argue local standards ensure fit officers, while critics say taller rule is outdated in a small community. The aldermen plan to decide at the next meeting.
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Peter ‘Thom
Mr. Thom
Peter
Thom
Barre
Panther
Mtelau
Children’s Festival at Masonite Hall Held Night
About 200 children and parents attended a Children’s Festival at Masonite Hall last evening. An humorous literary program was staged by local youth, followed by refreshments of home baked cake. Address by Mrs. Dr. Stone and a flower festival drill featured numerous students with piano solos and readings.
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Ruth
C. B.S
Masonite Hall
Oes
Stone
Steskert
Mise Margeret Cattos Festival of Flowers
chiNirea
Miseith
Reading
Kile Githertson
Vintin
Albert Reytt
Eva Smith
Wong
Tale
Wilhemina Ewen
Miss Nutey
Evelyn Githertson
Marion Willey
Talk of the Town Arrivals at the City Hotel Last Evening
A list of guests checked in at the City hotel includes Madlock Spaulding Wellman Neaton Chaselad Rit Hana Lied from New York and other patrons. The note records arrivals and may reflect social chatter rather than a formal event.
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City Hotel
Tong
Madlock
Spaulding
Johoshutes St
Wellman
Neaton
Chaselad
Rithana
E Lied
New Yorks
Ea Ienaae Mises
Warner
Puir Uasven
Barre Night Features Opera and Whist Party
A Barre event showcases Lael Soekalisan in an evening of opera at the house on Main Street. George hosts a local scene as guests attend a theatre piece and a whist party led by Rebekah, with a social gathering planned by Whobdmien.
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Lael Soekalisan
George
Hlae An
Ing Opera
Pile Dain
Whobdmien
Rebekah
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Chan
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Meir
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OF Boston
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G. CL A. Memtad
T. RO
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Maras
Mer Order
Disgute Gumitate
HL Murphy
Tratlieboro
Walter Howard Mitehitt
Cecil Mayephy
Big Town
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Mr. Mitchill
City Hall
A. 5. Kellogg
Stone Cutter
Yank J. McCane
R. B. Armstrong
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