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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1908

Page

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Battleship Fleet Arrives Ahead of Schedule at San Diego

San Diego March 12 United States battleship fleet reached Magdalen Bay four days early. Outside harbor the western group waited until morning light to anchor. Target practice to begin within two weeks before sailing to San Diego as cities along California’s coast express relief and eagerness for the first Pacific Coast visit in history.

San Diego Calif United States Anchorage California Falena San Francino San Pedro Santa Berbera Santa Cruz

Tired of the Trip Men Reached New York Yesterday Arrested

Seven men who sailed with the American battleship iron but tired of the long cruise left the ships at Tie de Tantine. They were brought here yesterday on the steamer Voltaire from South American ports and turned over to naval officers at quarantine as deserters.

New York Mare Iron Tie de Tantine Priveners

Scottish Bill Rejected by Lords After Two Days Debate

Tornlon March 12. The Scottish bill faced strong penalties and heated sessions as Lords rejected the government plan on its second reading after debate and threats of a constitutional crisis. The cabinet remains tentative about pushing a broader campaign against the Lords amid rising dissent within the ranks.

House of Lords Tornlon House of

Balloon lands near Upton after three hour flight

In Upton Falls New Hampshire on March 12 a balloon flight ended when the craft touched ground near a bluff a little over a mile from the Atlantic shore. Pilot Law Stevens and passenger Myron Whitehouse reported a steady 10 mile voyage over three hours and six feet in rough westerly winds before landing safely with minor damage.

Upton Falls N. H Tal Stevena Pittsfield Maki Hamy Law Stevens New York Stevens

Limited Height Measure Affects New York Assembly

Fragmentary OCR notes outline a March 12 assembly action in New York. The text mentions height limits, production, and a work plan, but details are unclear.

Thaw Case Serves Evelyn Thaw Alongside Harry Thaw

Mrs William C Thaw was served papers as co defendant with her son Harry Thaw in Evelyn Nesbit Thaw s annulment suit. Service attempts at Matteawan failed due to a technicality while Thaw s guardian Robert Lamb accepted service. The papers allege the defendant was insane at marriage and incapable of valid contract. Evelyn vows secrecy on motives. Thaw s counsel pled to cover fees and alimony.

New York William Copley Thaw Harry Is Thaw Evelyn Nesbit Matteawnn Robert Lamb Eting Thuw Aleo Hare of Peters Lamb Lenlel Oreilly Conneel Evelyn O'Reillny Ant Mra Thaw Wiy Shin Pitts Harry Kendall Thaw Laewyer O'Reilly A. Russell Peabody Mary Peabody

Week's nitrate conflict left thousands dead and blinded

Reports from the Nordi steamer Christian Borsta claim 2500 killed in a January battle near Iquique, while Chilean officials say 2300 were blinded by wounds. The hard fighting lasted a week as troops and strikers clashed over nitrate works and the strike ended with workers returning to their jobs.

San Francisco Nordi Christian Borsta Chile Toms Hfe Iquiquie Tiger Work & Work

World record near miss at National Bowling tourney in Rochester

Rochester March reports a near record for the National Bowling association tour with Festenlay five-man teams posting a high 2803 for the Beviewteee of New York, just shy of the world mark. Other notable scores include Syracuse State 2723 and Third Avenue Brooklyn 2715, with many players and teams from Philadelphia Newark Trenton and Rochester contributing solid totals.

Rochester N. Y National Bowling Association Beviewteee New York Philadelphia Brunswick Dlice Syracuse State Sun Syracne Avenas Brooklyn Darwool Coke State Stars Detrol Brutewicks Philadsicoh Bergmans New Praca Mi Fits Ile Saat Elane Wener D. Koster K. Koster Brie AL Sutherland Loti Blauthasl White Trenton N. J Gi Cape Toronto V. Keterhell Brundage Newark WN. J J. Nolte Elizabeth Jo Mie

Unclear text defense noted in fragmented report

Fragmentary OCR text references Chicago March bands and a defended effort. Mentions Willio Schaufer and Teak. Lacks coherent narrative, making it difficult to extract a clear event, date, or outcome for a complete card.

Chicago Willio Schaufer Teak

Cooke Fails Again in Topeka Conference Motion

In Topeka Kane the Kansas Conference setback persists as Methenites face further defeat. Unclear fragments suggest a disputed head event with Burday and Oysters named in passing.

Topeka Kane Kansas Methenites

Arsenic in His Body inquest testimony on Walter Baker death

Hackonsek New Jersey March 12 inquest into Walter F Baker death. Dr William Hort testified that five grains of tin and two grains of arsenic would be fatal. Dr George V Magrath found body organs normal aside from minor liver spots. Baker family physician Charles D P Underhill said he found the body practically in perfect condition with no signs of disease. Instructed to reconvene Friday with Kalwant Baker, brother of the deceased.

Toon George V. Magrath Haker Charles DP. Underhill Boston Baker Suffolk County Ford Walter Maker Livia New York Beto Land Kalwant Baker

Settle Conflict in Fair Dates in Vermont and Canada

An adjourned meeting of the International Circuit of Vermont and Baxter Canada met in St. Johnebuny to settle fair dates. Dates set include 1-15 for Ne Wales, 25-2 for Shecronke, and Sept 24 for Brattleboro with fairs in Orleans, Caledonia, and White River areas. Maxwell Avarla, George M. Powers, and James V. Hooker were named to oversee work toward better railroad rates.

St. Johnebuny Infernational Vermont Baxter Canada Wales Ley Orleans County Barian Caledonia County Brattleboro Maxwell Avarla George M. Powers James V. Hooker

Jury selection completes in Hitchcock case

New York on March 12 the jury was completed at noon with Carl Adae named foreman for the Rayond Hitchcock trial. The proceedings hint the defense may not introduce any evidence as the case moves toward further steps.

Raymond Hitchcock Woon Carl Adae Foreman New York Rayond Hitchcock Carl Adae Ae Chao Hie Stevelling Aly

Votes Counted in Radical Trace Members Debate

March 1 report notes the motes of the Radical Trace group and the Maine residents who resist wage revisions while discussing members of the faction and their positions in the vote counts.

Birmingham Best Mile Sets 26 Knot Benchmark

A damaged report from Birmingham details a historic speed test between the Birmingham and Chester ships. The Birmingham vessel aimed for 26 knots, achieving about 26 in the best run while Chester averaged 24.1. Officers including Rear Admiral T. Haute and others are noted in the coverage.

Boy Dies After Slipping Under Wheel in Accident

Bellows Falls on March 12. Harry Miles, a year’s old youth, went for an errand on a motor vehicle yesterday when he slipped under a moving railcar. He was found suffering serious injuries and died before aid could reach him.

Bellows Falls Harry Miles Hie Motor Sopated B. P&s. M Stewer Albee

Master Masons Degree Observed by Various Lodges

The ceremony featured visitors from Wisconsin to West Falls and Potney Greenfeld. Key participants included Frederick J Swift and several past masters such as Willam HM Vinton. A banquet followed the work with music by Bray Masonic glee club, and the only nonresident past master David A. Yoong noted.

Bratileban Saka Asilows Falls Pottney Greenfeld

St Johnsbury Will Grants $10,000 To Hospital Structure

Request to hospital settlement notes St Johnsbury March 12. Will of Venlepe Babcock leaves $10,000 income to St Johnsbury Hospital after funeral expenses, with remainder to Babcock siblings and eventual charity. Trustees and heirs specified, Mount Auburn Cemetery bequests referenced, and Mrs Maberck tied to local Catholic institution.

St. Johnsbury Mit Venlepe Babcock West Sarnet St Johnsbury Hospital Mount Auburn Maasweline

WANTS SCHOOLS GUARDED IN ST ALBAN MEETING

The text notes urgent news of safety measures in St Alban on March 12. It mentions policing needs at Hood Pointe and a proposed fine reinforcements, with a stated financial figure of 87.12 dollars and a line item around 3000 dollars. J A Tartis elected to the town bounds. Dilon chosen city attorney.

St Alban Avitem Eit Exminoil Snywr Hood Pointe J. Ta. Tartis Way Aldermen Dilon Wire Choeen Rity Alhoncy

Wages Mew Cet. Didi and Ht. wae al

A 45 year old man from Witertoek Austin fell ill while a slipbathier of Portland. The report notes a daughter and a news reference to Teleeee Nee ford.

Didi Witertoek Austin Ford Ty Pirtland

Tenth Annual East Montpelier Convention a Musical Success

Under C F Dudley the Tenth Annual Convention closed last night after a well received program in East Montpelier. A matinée of cantata The Growning of Love preceded an evening ball with Gilbert sons orchestra. soloists from Barre and Burlington drew strong applause and a late dance extended to three in the morning. One hundred and fifty suppers were served and local officers praised Mr Chidler for organizing a successful gathering.

C. F Dudley F. Dudley Bart Montpelier Brookield Muknfield Marshfield Cabot Dudley Lostitie BW. Brale Barre Solulat Lia Grifithe Charles I. Lowe Montpelier Harriet Witerd Burlington K. L. Cleaves Montpalier A. W. la Inet Wght’a Ft Sears B. L Lane Newt Ty Hiuvilson A. L. Poster Tys D. Hundson Mirso

West River lumbermen rail against Central Vermont rates

Brattleboro March 12 The West River Lumbermen association met in Brattleboro and condemned Central Vermont Railroad practices. Members argued rates and service are unfair to local firms, urging relief measures. Election of Brattleboro merchants and local officials to the association's executive committee followed.

West River Lumbermen Brattleboro Centrl Vermont Railroad Weet River Jber J AL Tibbetts Wert

Barre Laundry Workers Seek Ten Percent Increase

Barre steam laundry workers petitioned the manager demanding a ten percent wage rise effective April 6. The Barre branch, with 15 members all employed at Barre Steam Laundry, seeks about $15 more per week, citing an eight to nine hour day and current conditions.

Barre Barre Steam Laundry Lot Ives Cheathfon Barre Inteam Li AL Hongiston Fooreaan Peesent Houghton Sinion Hare

Hotel Arrivals From City and Nearby Towns

Yesterday and last evening arrivals at the City hotel include Coffin Boston A M Buck Cannan S I Rogers New York Frank Grant Boston and others. Northern hotel lists Grant Heath Boston George Kelly Quincy and more while Springfield and Burlington residents also appear among the names.

Arrvals Oty Hotel Coffin Boston A. M. Buck Cannan S. 1 Rogers New York Frank Grant Borton PL Hasek Burl BB Nalan B.aent Hostony Koa Fitc John Kirk Charles Jackson New “Yorks Robey Dartington Northern Hotel Grant Heath George Kelly Quincy Maes H. Palmer Burlington O'Neil Springfield Mase

Aldrich Library Fund trustees seek survey for new block

City near Hine waes Fattorodeat fa surveying to replace the bank building and rear wooden dwelling on Kinestreet. The Aldrich Library fund trustees asked for survey of the lot as part of planning a future block. The street committee inspected the site following the aldermen meeting. The property came from the estate of Leopard F. Aldrich.

Hine Sotallah Salon Bank Barre Tly Aldrich Lbrary Fond Leopard F. Aldrich

Sam BeBetegen TLoakes Relocated For Burial

The article details the transfer of Sam BeBetegen TLoakes’ remains to Manrippler Framye Woreeate, Max for burial. It notes his Civil War service with the 15th Vermont and family ties including siblings Harney of Montpelier Hugh of Winooski and John of New Wilism.

Sam BeBetegen Tloakes Manripeller Max Sear Es Wae

Eastern Star officers attend meeting and banquet

Deputy Grand Matrons Hattie Jones of Richmond and A E Tongs of Wittlanatown oversaw last night's Ruth Chapter Eastern Star session. The event ran long with extensive remarks, followed by a banquet in Pengquaet where about 340 people were served oysters, cold meats, rolls, doughnuts, coffee, oranges, and bananas.

Hattie Jones Richmond A. E. Tongs Wittlanatown Ruth York

Divorce Petition Heard in Washington County Court

A divorce petition in Washington County, Tennessee, North of the state line, was heard today in the court of ane Jaesie Woot v4. The petitioner claims irreconcilable differences and requests custody of their child. The father, unnamed, showed no evidence of visitation rights and was not represented. The petitioner was represented by S. Motlister Jaokeon.

Washington County Court Jaezie Deel Winn Eee Barre S. Motlister Jaokeon

Explosion at Amamarnas Quay Sparks Water Pipe Alarm

In Carcelins on March 14 authorities reported a minor blast from a water pipe at Amaramnas Quay near Bandiona. King Alfons had just left the city en route to Steen, and the royal train departed amid a crowd. One bystander was injured. police deem the explosion insignificant.

Carcelins Alfons Steen Bandiona Amaramnas Quay

Took the Pledge in Court After Eating Teas

In 4M ton city court Judge Hervey ruled that Alexander Mc Millen must repay the cost of medicines after an incident in which he ate a treat and bit a trunk. The court granted time to pay and ordered a settlement this morning.

Alexander McMillen Hervey

Double Funeral Held in St Johnsbury

A disabled veteran and his wife William mourned at Notre Dame church after both died from typhoid fever. The couple, ages 20 and 22, left three children behind. Local residents attended the solemn service, reflecting on the bereavements and the era’s health challenges.

St. Johnsbury Mazey Notre Dame Cinare Mee Willian Tameevay

Quarantine Raised at Warner Orphanage in St. Allens

March 2 report from St. Allens states the Warner Frame for Hele Wandereng was examined and reinforced after a quarantine. The action aimed to control illness and protect residents, with sanitary measures reinstated after review yesterday.

Warner St. Albans St. Allens Warner Frame Hele Wandereng Iputperta Sanrictliet

Fragmented Local Notice With Garbled Text

The readable portion mentions a wall shade and porters with unclear names and details. It appears to be a damaged OCR fragment lacking coherent facts or a clear event, layout, or official action to summarize reliably.

Barre tonight features a concert and street events

Local happenings in Barre include an evening of performances and activities with community groups and vendors. Organizers invite residents to enjoy music, food stalls, and family friendly pages at the downtown venue tonight.

One Day Nearer End in Granite Industry Tie Up

Reports from Barro and surroundings show limited progress in the granite dispute. Quarry Owners meet for routine business while Quarryworkers Union schedules member registration. strike pay begins last Monday. Polishers in Quincy report a first agreement with manufacturers and return to work, with shop terms aligned to union conditions. Rumor of Ryegate cutters settling is delayed.

Stith Granite Cutters’ Union Barro Vicinty Quarry Owners’ Association Quarryworkers'union Tyler Graniteville Hooker Block Velock Glee Ieceions Harre Tolishers Quincy James Duncan Boston National Granite Manyfaxfarers” Association Ryegate South Ryegate

Nine year old hurt in fall at home on Summer street

A nine year old girl, child of Mr. and Mrs. Awe Foot, was injured at their Summer street home when she fell about ten feet while climbing stairs. She was unconscious briefly, taken inside, and needed stitches under a chin cut. No bones appeared broken, though she suffered severe bruising.

Made Font Awe Foot Summer Street Denana

Runner Falls Through Barre Trestle Injures Leg

A running man on the Barre railroad trestle Tuesday afternoon slipped between the ties and toppled, injuring his ankle and knee. A bystander, Joseph, alerted Dr. Reid who arrived and transported the injured man to his home in Graniteville for care.

Barre Graniteville Joseph Hiv Cilés Tiraham Br. D Reid Grauteville

Robbed cigar machine in store prompts police response

In a local incident a cigar machine was robbed while proprietor and clerk were in the store. A small sum, possibly a dollar, was stolen amid a tense scene. The report notes a lack of witnesses and ongoing investigation into the alleged theft.

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