Steamer Providence Fire Forcibly Evacuates 300 Passengers
Three hundred passengers on the Wall River steamer Providence were ordered to move to the deck as a fire broke out on the lower freight deck. The Richard Peck shuttled alongside to take baggage and passengers. The crew fought the blaze and the ship proceeded to the dock with no danger to travelers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Providence
New York
Richard Peck
Sig Nadie
Pease Sandepoint
Throggs Neck
Democratic committee endorses Bryan for president
Boston March 23 A state Democratic committee vote 24 to 4 tabled a resolution endorsing William Jennings Bryan as the Democratic nominee. The body preferred a committee resolution over an outsider’s action and set dates for the state convention and related duties. Delegates allotted one per 200 votes under the approved apportionment plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
William
Bryan
Democratic State Committee
Quincy Rise
Ronl
Punenil baWitip Wantre
Whitney
Bartlett
Parlour
Taft and Hughes Split Pledged Boston Delegates
Nomination papers filed by Boston wards at the Republican headquarters show Taft and Hughes dividing pledged delegates to the state convention. Among 26 wards, one sent unpledged and malattracted delegates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Taft
Hughes
Papers Served on Thaw in Annulment Case
Matteawan New York March 13 Papers in the suit of Evelyn Neshit Thaw for the annulment of her marriage with K Thaw were served at an insane asylum last night. A copy of the summons and complaint was delivered to Bop Lamb the legal guardian of the defendant. Thaw was at the supper table when the process server entered reception room and he took the documents. He reportedly remarked in reply. The minor involved appears to be not at all in good health and finished his evening meal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matteawan
Evelyn Neshit
K. Thaw
Simmons
Bop
Lamb
Neyhim
Thaw
Neytam
Two Girls Drowned In Frosty Pond Tragedy
March 13 at Lynn Effie Belden and Louise Attuckle two young girls aged about 12 fell through ice at a pond on J. D. Breed property. James Bohlen arrived as searchers and helpers recovered the bodies amid a dangerous pull.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynn
Mase
Proser Fing & Small Pond
J. D
Lynn Fell
Goa
Effie” Belden
Alaughters
Great Wood Road
Louise C. Attuckle
James Bohlen
Fee Willave
Sentenced to Death for Slaying Priest in Denver
Gui Allie was found guilty of murdering Father Mather Vranels Leo Ehointy at St Utley Catholic Church in Denver. The jury imposed death by hanging with a five day grace for defense papers.
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Denver
Col
Gui Allie
Tage
Mather Vranels
Leo Ehointy
Utley
Sensation seekers crowd court house in Hitchcock case
New York March 13 crowd gathers outside criminal court as Raymond Hitchcock trial continues. Helen Von Hagen testifies about visits to Hitchcock’s Great Neck home and a city lodging with two companions, Flora being 15 and Elsie 12. Prosecution alleges misconduct with all three girls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Criminal Court
Raymond Hitchcock
Helen von Hagen
Gir
Gerry Society
Hitchcock
Great Neck
Long Island
Sera Whitton
Kivit Voreks
Flora
Elsie
Adilrese
Westentay
Hagegiel
Petition Mor se into Bankruptcy Debtor and Bank Named
A bankruptcy petition seeks relief against Charles We Now and others connected to the National Bank of North America. The case involves a defaulted indebtedness and a receiver was appointed to manage assets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles A. Hanna
The
National Bank of North America
Seal
Charles We
Coartes A. Mangia
Vermont Republicans Work Out Delegates For Chicago Firmly
Vermont politicos say delegate arrangements for the Chicago convention have tightened since the death of Senator Proctor. Senator Dillingham and Representative Foster likely to lead the slate with Frank Gream of St Albans a probable choice. Delegates from others include C Fitts of Franklin, Col Butterfield of Dennys, Stang of St Johnsbury, and H M Chen of Vergennes, with northern Vermont contributing the rest. no final ticket has been set by state GOP leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Vermont
Politeins
Proctor
Dilling
David J. Foster
Ugream
St. Albans
C. Fitts
Frattieboro
Col
Flog. Butterfield
Denry
Hne
P. Stang
St. Tobwebury
Mor Coen
Vergennes
Clerk in War Dept Kills Wife Believing Her a Burglar
Washington March 13 Walter Hollis a War Department clerk killed his wife early this morning at their home after mistaking her for a burglar. He was arrested and said he acted in self defense, with his home listed as Louisville Kentucky.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Hollis
War Department
Washington
Louirville, Ky
Local Officials Weigh Mid County Commission Appointments
Officials from Washington County consider appointing Ilene to lead Middle Creek town commission. Deliberations focus on candidate suitability and legal timing. Public notice hints at forthcoming decisions and possible procedural steps under state law.
New Porimaster at Brooklet Vermont
Waagen sells item at Browkniekl Vermont as new Porimaster and E Martin resigns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooklet
Waagen
Browkniekl
E Martin
Death by Revolver Shaped Inquest Declined
A man named A. Ades Wena found dead in a Tolhaen New York street apartment with a 32 calibre revolver in his forehead. one chamber empty. The victim, 25, a clerk for Mr Sulecby, left a note to his Denver sister suggesting possible self destruction. Authorities noted no immediate foul play and a thorough inquiry was deemed unnecessary. Surviving relatives include his sister in Denver and his mother in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson
Oleknk
Ades
A. J. Salowby
Suiile
Sonos Yah
Tolhaen
Iran
New York
Sulecby
Sis
Fred
Wones
Sherwin
Denver
Lumber Replevin Trial in Orleans County Court
In Orleans County, a lumber case is on trial in the county court. The suit seeks recovery for work done under a lumber contract, with parties including W. B. Aldrich for the plaintiff and Grout and others for the defense. The jury returned a verdict for the plaintiff, with claims of nonpayment despite Fuller’s earlier repayment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohn
A. Abbott
NASA
Derby
Pempelto
Williams
Aes
Pullir
Offord
W. BR. Aldrich
Gaik Anit Norton Gurjie Skefeneanty
Plot Reveals Charges Against Chancellor at Byrnette University
Fragmentary report alleges a criminal conspiracy connected to Chancellor Jamon at Byrnette University. A letter from a conferee hints at evidence, with church elders and district officials tied to a controversial dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ratland
Saren
Georsy
Crake
Trandon
Jamon
Byrnette University
Cooke
Lalit
Biehnh
Puebides
York
Curtain Fails To Rise At Montpelier Drama Night
A Montpelier company presented a drama at the Capitol Dramatic Company venue to about 50 attendees. The curtain refused to rise, causing cheers and whistles as organizers promised to raise funds later, while confusion over the show’s start and attendance lingered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montpelier
Capitel Dramatic Company
Ture
Lee
Curtiss
Mattie
Jurors Dismissed as UNL Court Gathers for Monday
Washington county court sessions adjourned the jurors until Monday as several cases near readiness. Divorces granted include Mrs Linen A Wood of Marte from Jor ph Word for desertion and Julia Kelley of Barre from William Kelley for cruelty. Custody of a minor child awarded to the petitioner with support. Judge Hollister Jackson represented petitioners. William Craig not ready for trial as counsel delayed. Drigg vs Blaintell adjourned to next term. other cases deferred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Marte
Julia Kelley
Barre
William Kelley
Hollister Jackson
Tie
Hattie
Willhuan Craig
Drigg
Blaintell
Morley Family Plans Abroad Amid Schooling Controversy
Ambitious plan outlines Morley and wife delaying Burpy trip to focus on their son Sumner's education. Morley, a retired asbestos executive, explains the motive as enabling his son to study in Europe while the two younger siblings finish schooling. A Boston newspaper report notes the family’s Newton Centre ties and Sumner’s pursuit of motorman work as part of the narrative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morley
Hyanton
Heit Ritensdel
Boston Rt7
Werbert & Morkigg
Coder Street
Newton Centre
Sumner
Texapleton Street Railway Company
Newton
Row
Sumach
Bore
Tor
Tragic Boston death reaches Vermont. body to be brought home
Reports describe the Wedaeeley tragedy in Boston where Miss Sarah Wid allegedly killed her friend Elizabeth Hardee and then took her own life. Mire Weed, sister of Georga Pierie, learns of the death as Mix Weed, a former Northfield Seminary attendee, will be buried in Vermont. The body will arrive today with funeral arrangements in Brattleboro and a burial planned for Saturday in Westminister.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah Weed
Hardee
Boston
Brattleboro
Tratttabaro
Marel
Wedaeeley
Sarah Wid
Hinlinlanved
Aiver Agul
Mit
Eilzabeth Hardee
Mixe Weeld
Mire
Georga W. Pierie
Frattleboro
Piwee
St J A Gradua tes Hold Reunion And Dinner
The St J A graduates from Toston gathered for a reunion and dinner at the old Thormitike locale. Notable attendees included Roxby, P Lan, Prof Damon F. Colly, and trustees. New officers and executive committee members were elected including Seskarpuenier, Miss IL Panay Ranith, Herbert Siew, and Robert L.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toston
Merch
St. Jaremtony
Thormitike
Roxby
Tonaar Kia
Sibnesses
da. Wveriat Iy P
Lan Stuelpa
Meade
Damon F. Colly
Rotlnge
Ais
Es Follur
Seskarpuenier
Ton Irbenks
Epkeinn
Barre public school fire drill inspection finds few hazards
Commissioners and Barre Fire Chief Gladding toured Barre's Hine and Spaulding public school buildings yesterday after a general inspection. They reported most conditions satisfactory with minor fixes planned including outward swinging front exit doors and improving fire escape routes. Fire drills will be intensified with a five drill sequence, and furnace pipes and waste systems reviewed to prevent buildup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barre
Hine
Andy Sestenday
Moe Commivdéners
Chief Gladding
Fine Department
Caitran
Mouton
Alcarol
Ayers Street
Church Street
Eer Wory
Mathewson
Elm Street
Kimatreiy
Leifer- Wie Street
Spa
Collinwool
Ohio
Yestering
Gladding
Alex. Gartom
William Scott
Degree confered in fine manner at Odd Fellows lodge reception
The Hiawatha lodge of Odd Fellows held a reception and banquet for visiting members. The third degree was conferred with praise from several dignitaries including Elmer Dark, Wells, Colton, and Judge O. M. 3. Various officers and guests spoke, noting the large Odd Fellows membership in the United States and Canada as Vermont’s 7000 members. A banquet followed with oysters, cold meats, rolls, cake, and coffee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hiawatha Lodge of
Odd Fellows
Nanan
Elmer
Montepee
Canferrel
Alideens
Colton
DeSoto Lodge
Spring Bold
Mass
Oo. M. 3
Tinwatha
Prati
W. Worthen Jwlive
Pietrand Sana
Wikoe Spaie
Svott
Hhiwa- Gravilt
Chane
Dodge
East Barre
Witliata Miers
Hikewatha Lodge
Pat Goond Wo
TL Hocharan
Aaatha Lodge
M. ML. Gordog
Dr. Mane
Z. W. Jackson
Tidawatha Jodge
GM Jeokeon
United States
Canada
Vermont
Carl Clark
Raebertie
James Geddis
Hiawatha Lodge
Winters
Hiawatha Tolge
G. F. Quigley
Tinwathe Lalge
Itebokah Lodge
Meeting of Manufacturers and Engineers to Seek Settlement
Manufacturers and steam engineers plan a joint meeting tomorrow evening to decide if an agreement can be reached on their demands. The alleged proposer extended the effective date from March 1 to April 1 to allow more time for consideration, with the talks focused solely on the granite industry and no broader joint committee actions expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wight
Chief Gladding Opinion On City Fire Safety Defects
Chief Gladding of the Gre department was interviewed and outlined needed changes at Camp and Church street dwellings. He noted defects were identified and would likely be addressed, stressing every child should be able to exit a fire in safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Che Gre
Church Street
Roy
Caer
Proctor's Will Filed in Sea mp Ranleld Court
The will of Ranleld Preetar was filed in the court in this city on March 12. The family line and estate are discussed in the document with plans for a boarding arrangement and provisions for Lorena in the event of death. Procter’s heirs and guardianship details appear in the filing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ranleld Preetar
Tieste Court
Thie City
Mt Lorena Aks
Procter
Eheeninrs
Statement by union on new wage agreement at Barre Laundry
A sixteenth member committee of Local No. 178 Shirt Waist and Laundry Workers' International Union drew up a proposed wage agreement for Mrs. L A Houghton at Barre Steam Laundry. It requests a ten percent wage increase for all employees, boosting payroll by about 100 dollars weekly, noting a 20 percent increase since May 1 1907 after five years of peaceful effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tunith
Barre
Lantiey Workers’ International Union
L.A. Houghton
Barra
Stes Lawmdry
Lival No
Nattubers Woking
Loew No
Loval No
Dinner Party for Ladies and Gentlemen Ends in Delight
Gentlemen attended a meal hosted by the young ladies clan at the home of Mr and Mrs Grange on Franklin Street. Guests were seated at small tables and served ample dishes. The event featured a table display with fancy wares and proper attendance by Mrs Teale and others. Proceeds or notable items included a dance by Mare and Xed Lowi and a notable price listing of five dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fivesbunkel
Choe Gasse
Ant
Grange C Mure
Franklin Street
Ni Feige Wend
Mie
Tinton
The
Being
Abe
Alor Oy Gates
Jury Verdict Likely Soon Amid Courtroom Wait
A fragmented report notes a jury trial progressing with four true bill findings and a verdict expected soon. Names and precise charges are unclear due to OCR damage but reference to a court session on January 28 and mentions of jurors remaining attentive in the proceedings.
Lawsuit Seeks 15000 for Death in Quarry Accident
Plaintiff alleges Herman Bullis was crushed when a stone fell from a derrickman’s platform at the defendant’s quarry. The malfunctioning friction brake failed to stop the stone release, killing Bullis within minutes. Legal action filed by Burns as administrator of Bullis estate. insurer likely to defend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guy R. Varnum
de Boutwell, Milne, Warnwa Company
Ramp
Mira
Altes Burts
Herman Bullis
Ccene
Burns
Baullis
Xince Maantind
Shang Attorray
Gordon
John W. Gordom
Bullis
Garries
Fiehind
Bulls
Sherif Camp
Burlington
Guy Vernomix
Routwell, Milne, Varnom
Ineuragiot
Claims Negligence Case In Birlington Damages Sought
A damaged record from Birlington describes a negligence claim over a saw mill incident causing injury to a plaintiff. The defense contends the defendant acted properly and questions about the location and evidence are raised as the jury considers the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birlington
W. Hart
Cortie
Phuinten
Chittenden
Yestan Rae
Mr. Biodgett
Quarreling men arrested as cases adjourned
Two men were arrested after a city court session. One man claimed illness and had his breech of the peace case continued to Tuesday. The other defendant pleaded guilty to a separate charge and was released to appear for further proceedings. Authorities then pursued warrants for additional arrests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lt Tee
Hi Sant
Sitk Abed
Jame Milne
Otter
Bregeh
le Falses
Sonrt
Mortynae
Taulkner
Catherine
la Main Street
Genegs
Milne
Hypnotism Wore Off Leads to Montpelier Arrests
In Montpelier two men Heenan Bower and Abe staining long time trouble after a drunken incident led to a break over a local train journey. They were arrested at Montpelier city station and held for court as details emerge of a treatment by Prof. Louie a tity toward recovery. City hotel arrivals listed include C Lowe and J R Bewnisam among others. Charles Evans was arrested by Officer Hummel amid a disturbance, with authorities using force to bring him to the police station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heenan Bower
Breenan Bowers
Montpelier
Neirmig
Montpelier & Welle
Lo Montpelier City
Louie
Labelle
Kowery Nome
Lave Eventig Ami
C. Lowe
J. R. Bewnisam
Boston
E. L. Williams
Hartford
Night in Barre Social Scene Promises Local Fun
Fragmentary OCR hints a Barre event with Heather, Mine, and a social party hosted by the Ladies of the Mage. Mentions Finley, W. C. Falet, and possible crowd of attendees in a small-town social setting. Details are unclear but indicate a community gathering with pictures and games.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamstey Wracrand Pictures
Finley
W. c Falet
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