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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1908

Page

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Three Bodies in the Ruins in Belmont Fire

Belmont Massachusetts March 27 Ernest Bloomquest a cabinetmaker his wife and a 12 year old son Lewis were burned to death in a fire that destroyed their home at 173 Belmont Street near the Watertown line The fire alarm came in from Watertown and Belmont firemen found the second floor collapsing and falling to the first floor The bodies were terribly burned and disfigured While the origin was believed outside the building some think incendiary Bloomquest neighbor of the Parker family who recently perished in a nearby fire uncovered the Parker fire and tried to save four Parker relatives The loss amounts to about 2000 dollars

Belmont Mass Ernest Bloomquest Lewis Belmont Street Watertown Rennie Bloomuist Parker Bloomquist Parker Horn Bloomquixt Nelmont Una

Steady Improvement Reported in 24 Hours

Boston dispatch notes Governor Guild continuing to improve slowly after waking to an announcement of maintained gains over the past 24 hours. Dr Winslow’s morning call confirms steady progress with John listed as having improved in the last day.

Boston Governor Guild

Cigarettes Case Heard In Burlington Court

Burlington March 27 John Shnon Wie faced a city court hearing for selling cigarettes to Napoleon Greene an 11 year old. The boy’s mother testified that around age four the family lived in Waterbury Nas poleun fite and dotter had prescribed cigarettes. The fate was cured by the cigarette. The case was continued.

Burlington John Shnon Wie Napoleon Greene Waterbury Dotter

Dispatch Troops to Keep Order in Northfield

Northfield March 27 Leonant Cady and Lind Most report unrest after recent labor tensions. Troops dispatched to quell disturbances and secure the town following strikes and threats at the local works. Officers warn of potential violence as guards arrive to restore order.

Northfield Leonant Cady Lind Seattle Wash Vermont Port Seward Mainon Alana Ware Harp Jemygins Ilan Wijney Santi” Heestes Trntis Infantry Fork Sewaril Tendinens

Duke Rumors Stir Courtship and Secrecy Aboard Lusitania

London reports say the Duke of Alwteal plans discreet actions tied to Beefiplanat’s recut while dockside in Liverpaul. In Queenstown the Duke of the Abrusai, aboard Wasound, declines to answer about Mrs Viking and looks away as reporters press for confirmation.

London Wayahington Ts Ito Duke of Alwteal Hindot Liverpaul Touhl Queenstown Staanaiip Lahitania Abrusai Liverpool

Bomb Explodes in Mulberry Street Hallway Hurting Italian Banker

New York March 27 A bomb exploded in a Mulberry street tenement hallway near Dominick Bonomolo an Italian banker leaving windows shattered and floors and ceiling damaged though no one was injured Bonomolo said he had received threatening letters for five years but had ignored them.

New York Mulberry Street Dominick Bottomolo I Bonomolo

Anta val int hires Majid J. Hile ambassador

Berlin reports the foreign office authorized a statement clarifying that no new German ambassador was appointed. The Kaiser expressed satisfaction with the doctor's quietude and activity remains unchanged. No German message is forthcoming to Washington, and the earlier view is denied.

Berlin Foreign Office Ant Val Int Majid J. Hile Ie Exer Ldet Waslington

Two Earthquakes Rock Mexico City Area

Merion City March 27 Mexico City endured two shocks. The first at 4 20 pm caused minor damage and cracked walls. The second at 2 17 am was stronger with clocks stopped and more cracks observed. telegraph service briefly interrupted as residents remained alarmed.

Mexico City Merion City Nurverody Valley

Farman Flies Earthward After Near Collision

Paris March 27 Henry Farman, famed aeronaut, endured a harrowing mishap as his machine skimmed ground during a flight along a line near the Loire. He dodged a woman and was painfully hurt in the incident.

Paris Henry Farman Seronaut Jajkred Farman

Hearing for Chester Gillette set for tomorrow

Series of legal notices and chaotic OCR fragments indicate a hearing on March 21 or 27 for Chester Gillette in Michigan. References to a $150 million matter, possible receivership filings, and various names such as Coleman Foley and J Foley Co appear amid garbled text. The page also mentions a petition filed for a receiver in Port Huron with dates in late March.

Chester Gilette Roblo Iene Neill NASA To de Lace Cineter Gillette Gwemvitheait Eviteter Betow Coleman J. Foley Gam J. Foley & Co New York Wimbers

Mrs Roosevelt Takes South Tour With Three Children

Mrs Roosevelt begins a southern tour accompanied by her three children. The party left London on the 10:15 train for Vicksburg aboard the Mayflower, planning to reach New Orleans before returning to Washington by rail in about ten days.

Washington Roosevelt Mike Hthet Bernau Arabie London Southern Railroad Vickstuag Mey New Orleans

Vermont sugar party at Hotel Westminster draws 450

Boston March 27 Many Vermont maple sap and syrup items were served to about 450 guests from the Vermont Association of Boston at the Hotel Westminster. The event featured Vermont foods and displays including utensils from W H Barrett of Burlington and maple wood pedestals.

Boston Vermont Association of Boston Vestminster W. H. Barrett Burlington Vermont Charles &. Darling Corinth Charles BK. Darling Esmond A. Burnham Lett C. Daten John H. Burnham Joseph

Rutland Mourns Death Of Pittsford Aide-generator

RutlandMarch 27 Word came that John H Raleigh of Pittsford an elder Rutland county resident who went to Marble Colorado last fall to take a superintendent post was killed yesterday by a guy rope failure during an excursion His two daughters were starting an excursion to Washington when they learned of the tragedy

John B. Raleigh Washington Rutland John H. Raleigh Pittsford Rutland Qounty Aneiblesman Marble Colorado Guy

Carried Runaway Horse Near Green River

Brattleboro stage driver William H. Clark was struck on the head near Green River while returning from Brattleboro to Buckenville Wednesday night. A runaway horse attached to a sleigh frightened him. he freed the horse and the owner, JF Roane of Green River, claimed the animal. The vehicle was not damaged.

Brattlebaro William H.clark Brattleboro Dickvonville Green Hiver Suekeanville Suahtow Chaike Warkbograd Browtlebore Greeniver Bolt Handel Clark JF. Roane Fireen River Beans

Vermont Girl Married in March Pryridenct Wedding

Fragmentary text reports a marriage involving a Vermont girl named Pea Exley MH in March Wise pata Pryridenct. It mentions individuals Coa Wap Wesley Denver Elkwderk Witt and Mise Wianewinsen and notes Speer as leader and former papl of Rebimen sevloary, with unclear context and damaged details.

Exley MH Coa Wesley Denver Elkwderk Witt Newinene Hiplows Kalle Vata Wianewinsen Speer Papl Rebimen Sevloary

Resignation Presented by Gurceney Ridgiey Comptroller

The Gurceney Ridgiey comptroller submits a resignation effective March 37 with a notice indicating changes in the leadership and ongoing offers on the preshipting project.

Gurceney

Marriage annulment sought after abrupt marriage

In Chittarsden county a petition for annulment of marriage was heard after a woman known as Miss Farrell claimed she wed a man she hardly knew. The bishop of Ogdene presided as the ecclesiastical court ruled the marriage invalid following a communication that disclosed the ceremony was not properly conducted. Miss Farrell was represented by J. J. Custonan. the husband made 29 appearances.

Burlingtom Chittarsden Thameer Thammer Worlingtom Oranoutter Ori J. J. Custonan Thammar

Divorce Petition Over Desertion In 88 Year Gap

Charlotte Gates seeks divorce from Jonathon Gates for wilful desertion after 25 years apart. Petition notes no other domestic difficulties and that the husband left one morning to go to a neighbor, with wife remaining near him for years.

Charlotte Gates Jonathon Gates Endae Weil Annieles Aly

Windham County Sportsmen Hold Annual Meeting

Sportsmen convene in Bellows Falls with the Windham County club’s annual gathering. Speakers included naturalist Krorst Harelt Raines who gave an illustrated lecture on fish and game. The audience included the Woman’s Nature club and Wee fan's club as guests, with toasts by local figures and a post-dinner program.

Bellows Windham County M. Wood Brettieboroy Cannes Tineri Brattieharo Board of Aport George Jamaica Tellin Valle Krorst Harelt Raines Woman's Nature Club Wee Fan's Club Exereines W. Nasi Strastmaster Ty Dy Edwani Sabell Kirkland Napa Hill Bellows Fae Taller Newport N. T Roswell i. Frost Brattleboro County

Divorces Granted in Franklin County Court

In St Albans on March 27 the Franklin county court recessed until Monday afternoon for jury trial resumption. Ongoing business included hearings of divorces such as Lena Larock versus J. Larock and Tonepht Demers versus Emily Demers. Desertion and intolerable severity are cited as grounds. Mrs Tax rock reportedly left seven years ago amid marital strain.

St. Albans Franklin County Court FL J. Larock Lena Longey Larock Taxrock Enuna Dermars Ve. Tonepht Demings

Farewell to Lawyer at Chittenden County Bar Banquet

A Burlington banquet at Dora's restaurant gathered the Chittenden County Bar Association to honor Charlot Barney. Judge Neavos Haselton and tenor Chet Superior were among attendees as the group discussed future plans and business matters influencing Hartington and Verment.

Burlington Dora's Chittenden Barner Hamer Hartington Barlinstes

Four Northfield Men Arrested After Hypnotic Show Dispute

Four Northfield youths Harry Mekerfe Foulk Porter Carl Willey and Fred re were taken to Warren for alleged board bill and depredation after a Wednesday hypnotic show. They allegedly failed to pay hall and hotel costs, then hiked toward Roxbury before being arrested by B S McLaughlin and Officer Plunkett in Northfield. McKeefe, the hypnotist, is 28 and recently married. the others were described as known in town for recent exploits. The case heads to court with accusations of theft and property damage including horse blankets and sap.

Northfield Northield Harry Mekerfe Foulk Porter Carl Willey Fred Re Warren Justine Emuirt Bulresh Thomachos Roxbury Wil McLaughlin Plunkett McKeefe Burlingtom

Still Taking Testimony In County Court

Testimony continued in Worhington county court in cases including Exhaedi vs Peck Bros and Kehardt, with attorney Zed Stanton for the plaintiff and Frank Plimley for the defendant. Cooley Manufacturing Co vs A H Berlanger settled and discontinued. Austin of Warren pled guilty to breach of peace, fined $25 with costs. dispute over threat to Frank Carleton, who is jailed awaiting trial. Kenefick charged with careless use of fire at St Marys Academy in Burlington. deceased 10 years old, pupil at academy for four years, funeral held at St Marys Cemetery.

Worhington County Court Exhaedi Peck Bros Montpetier Gud Penk Meow Kehardt Mra Eire Barit West Berlin Attoreye Zed Stanton Frank Plimley Thorinale Puck Ios Cooley Manufacturing Company A. H. Berlanger Vhragas OG Austin Warren Frank Carleton Michael Kenefick Hani Nave Sc Mary Barlington Academy Pistones Augie Meg Willian Kelley Timothy Joseph Jim Grover St. Mary's

No Change in Local Situation in Quincy Granite Dispute

Reports from The Times describe talks between Quincy granite manufacturers and the Granite Manufacturers and Cutters unions. A meeting in Quincy with national and local representatives produced harmonious decisions on wages hours and technical points, aiming to avert a strike. Union committees signaled willingness to sign a two year bill and sought another conference with manufacturers.

Montpelier Granite Cutters’ Union Barrer Asminton Wimore Ci Ry Workers' International Caton Rockport Mas Quincy Boston Globe Enya Ty City Jene Granite Manufacturers’ Associations and Mach Quincy Granite Aliou Ther Jasue Quincy’ Kagipeere Union Iso

Brattleboro Boy Arrested on Statutory Offense Charge

Brattleboro reports a youth around 18 named Bradley was arrested yesterday by Deputy Sheriff A. Wilkie on a State Attorney’s complaint. Judge A. F. Setwenk set bail at 500 dollars after a preliminary hearing. The complaint stems from a deposition Bradley gave during divorce proceedings between about 8 French and his wife last year.

Brattleboro Frextorick Bradley Psa Sheri A Wilkie Robert Taen Alearing A. F. Setwenk French

Hit On The Head Delays Kawt Man After Accident

A Kawt man suffered a head injury after a trailed wagon or vehicle incident. He was held to the ground momentarily and remained for hours under care. Medical staff and carers aided him, and he is reported to be doing well now.

Kawt

Longtime Essex Merchant Danel H Macomber Found Dead

Essex merchant Danel H Macomber was found dead in bed with his wife Mrs. Mather reporting the death. Police and local residents recalled his business presence for decades in the town. The investigation continues as officials gather statements from nearby neighbors and family.

Danel H. Macomber Essex Mark Daniesh

Funeral of Mrs Bailey Held at Prospect Street Home

The funeral services for Mrs Vakher were conducted at her Prospect Street residence at two o'clock in the afternoon. Rev Frannia A eftichiat offered rites. Interment followed at Irayeo0dena tery. Relatives and friends attended the ceremony in Pepper ene ago.

HX. Vakher Prospect Street Frannia A. Aeftichiat Harel Terweare

Talk of the Town Ayong Arrivals at Glyhott

Local notes list Ayong arrivals at Glyhott with names including Aham and Boxter and dates in a brief community roundup. Details are fragmentary and spellings vary, offering a snapshot of social chatter in the town.

W. LO

Poor Accounts Strain City Poor Relief Amid Work Suspension

Overseer and Charity Committee debate aid distribution as work stoppage hits the granite industry. March funds were exhausted well before month’s end, forcing enforcement of frugal relief and consideration of city farm placement for applicants. Reports speak of rising vagrancy and a man claiming injury seeking help, while officials pursue orderly assistance amid growing hardship.

Counncil McNulty, Campbell and Williams Gatore Police Department Washington County Lampete Montgelier Herre Swanton White River Jimelion Atret Horret Alloweddy Cum le Wiite River Junction Hheck Swantor Shorties Faulkner

Montpelier High Girls Win Intercity Championship

Montpelier high school girls defeat Spaulding 9 to 5 in a fast paced Intercity league final played at Montpelier gym. Miss Cundering led Spalding with a strong first half. Montpelier leveraged late free throws and clutch plays to clinch the title with extra period points.

Montpelier Maje Repe Spawhuog Miss Cunditing Juer Mise Miller Mountpelier Montpellir Lowell Mew hoUi Teatne Anl Mice Aulier Viel Gover Tien Cowl Gilasbsling Reggie Cing Tye D. Matheirear Speakdiog Juve Weiner Lesgue Montpeler High Moleat Spaniling

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