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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Mar 21, 1908

Page

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From Prison to Europe Left for Abroad Today

Abe Hummel, formerly jailed for suborning perjury in the Dodjee Morse divorce case, sailed today on the Lusitania for a year abroad. He traveled under an assumed name aboard the steamship Newburg with Missleter and her son, planning extensive auto touring. The nephew said Hummel is upset with New York papers for pursuing details and would not share information with them.

New York Europe Abe Hummel Blackwell Dodjee-Morse Hummel Lusitania K. Newburg Misleter

Duke of Abruzzi Leaves Happy in Pursuit of Miss Elkins

New York March 21 The Duke of Abruzzi, appearing a happy suitor, waited for Liverpool today on the Cunard steamer Victoria. He said everything is all right and that his reception in Washington was not in doubt. Miss Fiking’s family has not spoken, their silence misinterpreted.

New York Althouh Elkins Duke of Abruger Liverpool Washington Mies

Bank leaders chased by angry mob in Downgiac Mich

In Downgiac on March 21 President Frank W. Lyle and Vice-President Tra B. Gogo fled by police after a mob of nearly a thousand jeered and pelted them with rocks and lemons. They faced warrants for theft and receiving deposits after bank insolvency, with Lyle bonded at 36,500 and Gage at 3,500.

Downgiac Mich Downgiae Frank W. Lyle Tra B. Gogo City Bank Jemons Os Nia Kinborelinn Funde Elks City Inn Ogee Gage Wen Martin Gebbant Win Mr. Lyle Lyle

Important Conference at the White House on Legislation

President Roosevelt held a major conference at the White House with Senator Aldrich and Representatives Payne and Dateell who shape the legislative path. The meeting focused on an amendment to the Sherman anti trust law and broader plans including the Aldrich currency bill and employer liability measures to push a full program before session end.

Washington D.C Maret Roosevelt Rela White House Aldrich Payne Dateell Nen Dean Wisensted Am Commission

Burial in Vermont and Alfred Cealmera Deaths

The report notes the burial plans for Mrs. Etta Wright in Brifcerd Vermont and Alfred Cealmera who died Thursday, with two children and relatives named. It mentions Clyde Clogston, Mrs. Walter Wright, and lines referencing Haltonville and Haltonville burial arrangements. The text reflects a fragmented obituary notice from Lihon, N TH, dated March 31.

Lihon Mre Etta Lerip Walter Wright Es Bill Brifcerd Yeaterday Wthel Heys Clyde

President Elliot Birthday Observed at Marvard

A fragment reports a birthday observance for President Elliot at Marvard with an official morning ceremony and surrounding duties noted in a terse, garbled OCR style. The text includes stray names and phrases suggesting a university or formal event.

Electric car jumps track into Syracuse embankment

An electric car on Tour Vie avenue in Syracuse plunged off a steep embankment after the brake wheel failed and power surge blew a fuse. Four passengers were critically injured including Mr. Hale Burch, Mrs. Burch, and two others. motorman and conductor injured, two more passengers lightly hurt.

Syrannes N.Y. Mapeh Vie Avenue Syracuse Mopil Floyd F Vuillevont

Train Hits Them In Boston And Newington Route

Mrs. Philip Hayes and her brother James Wright of the Hayes farm near Portsmouth were struck by a train on the eastern division of the BR MR R while walking from the Hayes farm toward the main road. Their carriage was wrecked, both occupants knocked unconscious, and lodged at the Hayes homestead. They suffered severe injuries to the face and head, with possible brain concussion. Doctors expect several days to determine full extent of injuries.

Portsmouth Philip Hayes James Right C. Ht Hayes Te Ynins City Boston MR. R Newington Hayes Farm Shoree Hayes Homestead Beery Sherlaun Mayon Wright Cain

Japan Ambassador Sees Friendly U S Visit

Washington March 21 United Press interview with Ambassador Takahiri discusses the planned visit of an American battleship to Japan. He says the voyage shows mutual confidence and safety of forts and that no reward is tied to the gesture. He notes the invitation fits Britain’s example with Australia as a sign of improving U S Japan relations.

Washington, TD United Press Japaniee Takahiri Manila Japan Great Britain Australia United States

England Pleased by Fleet Visit to Japan Spectacle

London reports the US Atlantic fleet invitation to visit Japan stirs top interest as a major naval demonstration. Observers expect a grand Yokosuka pageant if the voyage proceeds, signaling a significant American role in Pacific power politics and easing tensions between Britain and Japan.

Japan London Atlantic Yokosuma Toukey Ube Yokohama Alail Fritieh Pacifics Vigland The Daily Mail United States Hite Naval

Cobb Signs With Detroit For New Season

Detroit reports Tyria Cobb, a leading batter in the American League, has signed with Detroit amid undisclosed contract terms. Pra Navin refused to disclose specifics, citing private agreement details. The deal covers the upcoming season with a $5,000 figure mentioned in discussions.

Pra Navin Detroit Tyria Cobb Chainpion Jeet Aeamin Lee Pear Inyin Graal Nota

Roosevelt Signals Hope for Governor in Critical Illness

March 21 Toston Gouvernor Guild-Eiffort's condition remains critical as doctors plan further tests to identify complications. Mrs. Guild-Eiffort was urged to prepare for the worst while prayers were offered in churches and by legislative chaplains. President Roosevelt sent a telegram expressing concern and cautious optimism about his slow improvement.

Marlboro Street Guild Povergor Senate House Roosevelt

Steel Range Man Demands Visit in Rural Encounter

In a Chelsea village, a housewife faced a persistent steel range salesman at her door. After she warned him off and threatened to chain him, he fled within a minute, avoiding further advances. The incident highlights the woman's quick restraint and the intrusiveness of the sales approach.

Chelsea Muin

Girl Charged With $1070 Theft In Toils

Holyoke Mass March 2 Miss Mary Grittin longtime bookkeeper for Melvan Tiros of Mighatreet arrived last night and police say she confessed to stealing 1070 from the firm She says she sent money home to pay life policy premiums held by her father The policies total 9100 and she has paid the premium for several years Her arrest caused surprise as she was well regarded at work A shortage in her account was noticed earlier and she was given a month to restitute the matter remained unresolved

Holyoke Mass Mary Grittin Melvan Tiros Mighatreet Miss Griffin Ans Sons Mise Griffin Griffin

Local Court Fines Cruelty Case Involving Horse

A court fined McCullum and Desena for cruelty to a horse tied to a robing mill in Randolph. The animal, held for weeks, was ordered killed. McCullam faced additional penalties amid testimony about ownership and care. George Growfeld and Mrs. Forties are named in related proceedings and financial details.

X. McCullum Desena Rartien Fiandolph Mr. McCollam

Monument Firm Sued for Negligence in Rutland Case

In Rutland on March 21, Temple Brothers granite and marble firm faced a negligence suit over the death of a man killed when scaffolding failed at a temple site. Mrs. Tese Le fevry dmx of Lert 1, i, alleges emotional distress and seeks damages after the firm paid funeral costs to her family. Court heard defense by Lawrence & Moloney. Several others charged in related February events appeared, including Edwards and Sheehy who posted bail.

Rutland Rutland County Court Aaron Val Lawrence Temple Bros Jaforee Voaterigy Mehy Wisbora Edwards Sheehy Pale Haven Roxy Fox Ante Tows Wen Tou Gallela Yair Haven Gallela Shechy

Northfield Doctor Left Large Estate

Northfield residents report Doctor Porter died early this week and an administrator will be appointed. Pursuant to an agreement officers from Savings Bank took personal effects and other valuables found in the physician’s residence and placed them in bank vaults for safe keeping until an administrator is named.

Savings Bank Northfield Officinale Peirasels Savings Bank Een Win Porter Pinas Salekrel

Marshfield Man’s Loss Tied to Fugitive Agent King

A Boston paper details fraud allegations against Candeno F. King, the fugitive financial agent, with Marshfield Vermont resident Dr Herbert B Carver among victims. Carver sent $900 for ten shares of American Woolen, but King never delivered stock. letters show demands for cash and notes of stock in transit, with dates from January to February 1908.

Boston Barre Herbert B. Carver Maretitield Im Hemesty Monty Koberuary King Weroie Colvin

Montpelier Journal names new editor in April shift

D L Hindley leaves Montpelier Journal after a year long tenure. Charles A Webb, previously with The Journal and Vermont Watchman, becomes editor. Walter Ts ilara, formerly with the paper, joins the staff in the advertising and business departments.

D. L. Hindley Montpelier Journal Charles A. Webd Menard 1 Bindley Will Lake Optie Burland Herald H. W. Hall Charles A. Webb Ant. Vermont Wateman Eyren Yeece Will Trenane Jeaneging Wosines Con Yuiblications Walter 5 Tsilara Adel Ube Vamé

Bishop Michaud Better After Trip To New York

Reports say Bishop Michaud of Sharkingelote improved after a cross country trip to New York. The brief item notes plans for a schedule aligning with the Rev. Burlloglon and references a forthcoming event.

Burtinigtion RE Tey JS. Michaud Sharkingelote

Vermont Congressman Seeks 25000 Reimbursement From Federal Government

Brattleboro March 21 Congressmen Aittredge Haskins chairing the war claims committee reports Vermont's government is owed about 25000. He introduced bills to reimburse the state for 15000 tied to the Spanish American War and 10000 linked to Civil War crimes, which were believed settled years ago.

Vermont Brattleeboro Aittredge Haskins Brattleboro Elaine Tas

Victims Rise in Wreck Toll on Boston and Maine Line

March 21 Woodaville New Jersey report of a freight wreck on the White Mountain division of the Boston and Maine railroad. Five victims named Elmer F Cross Convo Fred A Brown Conward Allen T Davis Woodsville Gay Bow Woodsville Wilfred Noonan head brakeman. names reflect local towns. Injured Henry Knox present. Crews responded. delay and transfers occurred around White River junction Vermont.

Woodaville Debrig White Mountain Boston & Maine Railroad Elmer F. Cross Convo Fred A. Brown Conward Allen T. Davis Woodeville Gay Bow Woodsville Wilfred Noonan Tlenry Knox KK Econ Fier Howe G. Kimbill Ferte Jender Is. Hateh White River Dinetion

Albert Jenness Dies After Saw Mill Accident

Burlington mourns Albert Jenness who lost his arm and suffered injuries at Frank Rice's saw mill in Northfield. He died in a Burlington hospital in the evening from complications. He was about 45 and survived by wife and several children. body to be taken to Northfield.

Burlington Albert Jenness Frank Rice Northfield Jenness Hoe

Vermont Sugar Party Fundraiser In New Hampshire

Former Vermont residents now in New Hampshire host a Vermont association candy party in Manchester. The event honors Mrs. Mamie Aruba and Mrs. Hettie Sullivan among other members, with assistance from an executive committee and various volunteers such as Mrs. Wilder, Mrs. Childs, and Mrs. Mead. Proceeds support the Vermont association’s charitable efforts.

New Hampshire Manchiester Vermont Association Kuighia

Big Sugar Party Arrangements for New England Rail Lines

Waterbury March 21 rail line managers in New England prepare a meeting for the upcoming week. Attendees include representatives from Grand Trunk Portin New York Central and other railroad leaders. The gathering aims to coordinate schedules rates and policy among the major carriers.

Waterbury Maron New England Beal Grand Trunk Portin New York Central

Evening Music Show Draws Large Local Audience

An annotated review of a fourth annual music event held for Mr. and Mrs. Charles W Averill. Miss Mary Leace and Miss Mingle Bayboor delivered piano and contralto performances to acclaim, with encores. Lyle Perry accompanied on cello, Joanna Darks read selections, and Mrs Heatley and Mr Sloup contributed vocal numbers. The program concluded with William Robertson’s The Banderlera and strong remarks on the singer’s promising future.

Charles W.averiff Mary Leace Zanjor Mies Bayboor Narre Lence Lyle Perry Greig Grvig Meg Perry Joanna Darks Mra. N Ballard J. J. Mathewey

Arrest for Furnishing Liquor In City Court

Henry Andrews of Middlesex was held for trial after pleading not guilty to furnishing liquor in violation of statute. Officer Carle testified Andrews and a man named Mahoney drank from a bottle found at the Morse block. Andrews, found ill from drink, was taken from his home by Sheriff Tracy and Br. McQuire, and detained for appearance.

Henry Andrews Middlesex Niraelf Vity Court Uquin Iain Carta Andrews Oficer Carle Andinine Mahoney Morse Carie Davie Cavle Wareaster Montpetiin Carle Tracy Montester Br. Mcfquire

East Barne Celebration at Welterville Opera House

A 40th wedding anniversary event honoring Mr. and Mrs. Brent at Welterville featured a reception in their honor. Guests present included Mr. and Mrs. Hissett. Brent offered brief thanks for the gift and the pleasant evening, with dancing continuing until late and all enjoyed the cordial gathering.

Kunst Bbrentt Welterville Hissett Ford Binentt Tina

TALK OF THE TOWN. Seager Leaves for Canever and Local Notices

Journal notes intruding items: George Seager departs for Canever at noon. Free admission for children at the theater in the afternoons. Mr. and Mrs. Joke Kelley return this afternoon from a Viet trip. Miss Radper, drawing teacher, receives a thirty five dollar gold prize at a ceremony. Miscellaneous local mentions include arrivals and school claims amid unspecified names and places.

George Seager Canever Mere Kelley N.Y. Y Mies Radper

10 Night in Barre Kirwline Smetelr Wuhan Aton Barer

Fragmentary text appears to reference a theater showing at Hale's theatre on Main Street with unclear details. No clear entities or events beyond a venue and time fragment.

Kirwline Smetelr Wuhan Terbchal

Still Three Points Apart Between Quarry Owners and Workers

Between quarry owners and quarry workers committees conflicts persist as manufacturers and cutters meet to settle price and weekly pay while excluding wage, duration, and Saturday holiday terms. A new conference is set for Monday at 9 am. Payoffs begin for polishers, tool sharpeners, and granite cutters with about 1200 disbursed in Barre. Wages discussed include hours constituting a workday and overtime at time and a quarter with weekly pay by the firms involved.

Granite Manufacturers’ Association Jas Quarry Owneve’ Association Quarry Workers’ Union Butt Istter Union Jis So Inge Sexompini Miles’ Hall Barre

Barre Granite Sues Fraser Over Monument Payments Verdict Rendered

In Washington county court yesterday the Barre Granite and Quarry Company won a verdict against Alexander Fraser for $111 and costs over monument payments. Disputes centered on two assignments to Sterling Granite and More Company. The case involves payment for monuments cut for Fraser and resembles a divorce-related note alongside a separate adultery ruling granting custody to Mamie Williams.

Washington County Barre Granite & Quarry Company Alexander Fraser Oraser Ogats Fraser Company Wiles Fraser Sterling Granite Ees Ae Barre Jeunitn Havies Sterling Granite Company Charles HL More Twaut Charles Bi Mary EB Erne L. Wiliams Mamie E. Williams

Amused Bitter Times Fragment Amid Propositions

A jumbled, torn excerpt reports mixed views on a proposition with mentions of Wall Street figures, bets, and political figures. The fragment hints at legal or fiscal language, with unclear references to timing, money amounts, and possible wagering or policy implications, but lacks coherent details.

Faubiais Tle Wallay

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