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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1908
Page
2
Burlington March 30 The Ethan Allen club bowling team defeated Barre 92 pin at the Ethan Allen club alleys. Durges led with 238 in the first string and 650 for the three games. Whitcomb Rater and Averill also reached 210s plus.
Sensational testimony in New York on March 20 alleges Metropolitan Street Railway involvement in appointing a supreme court candidate. Witness Julian described McIntyre proposing a nominee, naming Jerim Davis, with discussions via Detroit hotel calls and attorney Henry Robinson. The bid was said to be 19 000 dollars, with further talk to Mr. Vreeland. Jerome’s hearing referenced city politics and a congressman’s influence.
The will of Dr. John Ordontux, died January 20 in Glen Head L I, was admitted yesterday in Nassau County Surrogate's Court. A large part of the estate goes to hospitals and universities. The Dartmouth College trust fund receives 2000 000 for a permanent benevolent fund named Good Samaritan Fund. Provisions favor long serving professors and those in ill health or lacking salaries. Mounting support for a free bed at Hackensack Hospital Hanover $0,000.Preferences to the aid to indigent students.
An old advertisement extols Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a universal kidney and bladder remedy. It claims most diseases start with kidney disorders and urges readers to try the product, promising quick relief and urging mail order details from Binghamton New York.
A steamer named Morouca nia arrived after a Saturday voyage from Liverpool. Severe weather battered the vessel two days from departure, with heavy seas sweeping the deck and lifting the ship seven stories above the water, alarming passengers and crew.
A compilation tracing coal discoveries in the United States from 1670 Jesuit records to early 18th century mining. It notes Father Hennepin’s 1670 reference to a “cole mine” on the Titinota river near Ottawa, Virginia production figures in 1748, and Virginia as an early major coal producer. It mentions later anthracite trade beginnings around 1820, with earlier shipments to Philadelphia and Ohio’s 1705 discovery.
A bomb exploded in Union Square New York injuring many during a unemployed demonstration. Lewin Mussky was killed and Sely Silverstein fatally hurt while others sustained non fatal injuries. Police dispersed about 10 000 demonstrators as chaos followed with streets cleared and investigations ongoing.
The higher court affirms a six month sentence for Toledo’s prominent lumbermen. The men, described as leading citizens, faced modification of a lower court ruling as the case moves to potential appeal or resentencing. Local attorneys consider possible legal maneuvers while the defendants await proceedings.
In Montgomery on March 30 Judge Thommes ruled the Alabama railroad laws violate the Constitution. The United States court found the state statutes in conflict with federal authority and orders likely remedies or further action to address the violation.
Pstaam's Fadeless Dyes claim to color Wool, Silks, Cotton and Mixed Goods with one third to one half more coverage than competitors. Prices are 10 cents per package, with instructions provided. Red Cross A Miles Granite ak, Batre, Ve.
A coal mine explosion at Union Pasille Coal Co No 1 in Hanna Wyoming kills about twenty, including Superintendent Alexander Briggs and mine foreman. A second blast later at the Tanna line at about 10 pm reportedly traps 1 to 8 more workers, with State Mine Inspector D. M. Elina among the missing or killed.
A tank explosion near Warren house in South Deerfield Saturday night killed two men, Jobo Ackington 65 and Nelson 1 20, seriously injured another, and damaged nearby buildings. The blast shattered glass, toppled a barber shop and pool room, and left the area in shock as emergency crews rushed victims to Franklin County Hospital.
Providence report of a trolley accident on Chalksons Avenue near River Street where motorman Garvey, 45, was badly injured when the car halted abruptly. The front vestibule doors jammed, leaving the conductor at his post as power was cut. Garvey had worked fifteen years for the Rhode Island company.
Representative Heflin of Alabama states he has not yet reached a point of taking action against any man after a shooting on Pennsylvania Avenue. He notes that the case is not of war and will be addressed at a future date.
Hartford March 30 Laeiun Ik Norton president Setor National Mercantile was arrested Saturday on a warrant charging embezzlement tied to company funds. Attorney Halbert McKown said the case concerns the company books and assets investigated at a recent examination.
A Los Angeles report notes a woman named Mia Beulahee in a cataleptic state described as prolonged sleep. Authorities were alerted as doctors attempted examination while she remained insensible for an extended period.
Meager readable text notes a contest or feat involving Mead, Tungor, and Citnthy with a 7.8 wound or whip reference. The fragmentary lines mention a band beige teen and an Ianory element. Names and details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Fragmented text outlines a lively Vermont political campaign with mentions of a senatorial race and governorship, noting appointments and potential contenders. It references Governor Proctor, Senator Proctor’s seat, and possible candidates like Carey S. Paye and Frank Le Fish, highlighting the looming legislative influence on the Senate race and party dynamics.
A historical note on using Minard's Liniment with thorough rubbing of the chest and back to relieve cold symptoms. It advises keeping arms and body covered, sweating as a sign of progress, and warns against undoing the benefits by removing clothes too soon. It mentions protection against serious complications from colds.
A Boston Young Men's Christian Association initiative launches the North American Civicates Immigrants League to aid newcomers. The campaign targets arriving immigrants with multilingual materials and a headquarters network to guide placement, information, and integration coaching across cities and districts.
In New York Mareng Ajectedly reports Prince Helie de Sagan says interfered with his plans for a swift return to France. He voices deep discouragement and asks if Mme Anna Gould and her family have heard from him. He denies any arrangements with her and claims that recent publicity has ruined his prospects.
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Fragmentary text discusses shifting polar conditions and potential impacts across Arctic regions. Mentions York, Greenland, Siberia, and various political and scientific names in a garbled account of research and policy debates without clear conclusions.
A local report states Parson charges a colleague with repeated offenses in a legal dispute. The details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate ongoing accusations and potential disciplinary steps within the church or organization involved.
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