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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Mar 31, 1908

Page

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Investigating Take Off Breach of Peace Claims

Governor Proctor and Attorney General Fitts inspected the house of correction to probe Supt. Morgan's assertion that prisoners were converted to the state institution unlawfully for officer fees. The report alleges many prisoners are sent to the state institution instead of county jails, with Windsor County cases noted as unusual.

Npt Morgan House of Correction Rutland Proctor Fitts Investigant Ag D. B. Morgan Windsor County Procioy

Harvard Man in Murder Case Sparks Cambridge Probe

In Arlington a Harvard student linked to the murder case faced intense scrutiny after an alibi dispute. Police detained two Cambridge residents and a North Cambridge worker as investigators pursued his possible involvement amid a growing, tangled mystery.

Harvard

Bodies Found In Field In Cleveland Suburb

In Cleveland suburb areas a man and woman were found dead in a field near Moreh Street. The man believed to be Carl Bernthaler a 3 music teacher and the woman Lena Zeidanann a public school teacher. Both shot, age estimates place the man about 55 and the woman around 24. Police said several others were missing or missing, with a number believed to be victims of the same shooter. A chaotic scene with scattered details and shaken residents followed the discovery.

Cleveland Moreh Carl Bernthaler Lena Zeidanann Beth

Two Boys Die as Church Fire Collapses in Massachusetts

A failed OCR read reports a collapse at a churchyard in Peekskill or nearby, listing two boys killed and a man injured when wreckage fell during a firewood gathering. Names are garbled, but authorities described a dangerous collapse at a religious site and noted a recovery effort ongoing.

Essentually Bryanic York Story of a March Dinner

In York on March 2 a large gathering attended a dinner honoring figures connected with Mixeyard and the You Met Detaattatie Wh club. Speakers highlighted collaboration and community themes as the event drew about 2000 attendees, with memorable remarks and a ceremonial reception. The report notes formal proceedings and social mingling around the main event and tables.

York Kanes City Vinocrat Trimy Dayan Asene Mr. Biya Howe Cucedlel Stenee

Tower Resignation Accepted Amid Diplomatic Shuffle

The text reports a resignation and a diplomatic exchange involving Germany and the United States. It notes the German ambassador’s disapproval of a certain appointment, remarks from officials including Secretary Bacon, and a statement asserting no deteriorating sentiment toward Dr. Hill. It explains the selection aimed to place the most capable diplomat in a key post and references prior service under Hay.

Chariemagie Borla Jayne LN Senate Yston Murehale David Hun Haro von Sternburg Heowevell Bereits Bacon Gernart Hil Herlin III Dr. Hill Ehodee Selislar Ptyral Aldl Hig Asalstanii Dokn Hay Hague Germany

Stewart Invited to Lunch by President

Washington dispatch recounts Senator Stewart's surprising White House visit leading to an invitation for lunch. A tense scene at the East Entrance unfolds as lawmakers and staff react, with reporters noting the buzz among Vermont delegates and Capitol spectators.

Stewart President Washington John W. Blewart White Kcquaintanien Maj. LicMer Meteran Gorm Renate Stewart Maj. Loeiier Pepetar Vermont Limcheon Senate Adnie Capa

Won't Try Boy in French Tribunal

Paris March 1 foreign office checked to refuse report from Wassingratt for the survey of Twi KE Roy husband of Glacks for murder of Georgy Carkina takes attitude that it le Emproper turns citizen of Prince over tow tower A reply to the Asuerivan A fe Grol withhelding the tion of an alfer to try before tribunal.

Paris Foreign Office Wassingratt Twi KE Roy Glacks Georgy Carkina Prince

Desperate break-in at Stowe post office endangers residents

Four men invaded the Stowe post office in the Akeley memorial building early morning, blasting the interior and scattering furniture. They fired four shots at Howard Slay who was awakened, then fled toward Waterfley after a loud explosion near 2:20 AM. Postmaster Cheney reports a damaged office and a masked gang lingering nearby.

Stowe Stowe Pot Akeley Memorial Building Howard Slay Shaw Mr. Shaw John’ Morgan Ile Waterfley A. I. Cheney Appearanie Ottes

Posse 16 Searching for Post Office Robbers

Citizens search for four men who robbed the post office this morning. Tracks followed to the lower village but sighting ceased. Reports mention Pepe Uiktiters and a possible suspect near Stowe. Mrs Morgan woke to an explosion and alarm while Charles Sinmmotia was also aroused.

Pepe Uiktiters Vnterhary Taw Stowe

280000 Miners To Quit Across States

Mass stoppage planned as nearly 240000 union workers threaten to quit in coal regions of Indiana Illinois western Pennsylvania Missouri Iowa Michigan Kentucky and West Virginia. Talks stall with no new agreements while Terre Haute Pittsburg and other locales report looming walkouts as leaders brace for action.

Indianapolis Tod Eeas Olio Pennasyvania Missouri Iowa Karen Chinhoon Arkansas Indiana Tinoix Michigan West Virginia Kentucky Pennsylvaia Indiana Block

Wrestler Gotch Announces Retirement After Chicago Match

The wrestler Gotch plans to retire following Friday night’s match in Chicago. After the bout he will withdraw from further appearances and cease public exhibitions, stating confidence in his decision and thanking supporters in Chicago.

Hin Chicago Rose Masx Frank Jotel Watts Tin

Fall River Woman Dies After Inhaling Gas

A Fall River woman reportedly committed suicide by inhaling gas late yesterday, with authorities noting no signs of recovery. The unclear transcription details indicate a tragic end in the family setting, marking a fatal incident attributed to self harm.

Fall River Womsa

Old Man Attacked by a Big Wharf Rat

Henry O Thatcher, an elderly man, was bitten on the toes face and nose by a large rat on the main street of Bellows Falls. The rat leaped up his body, prompting him to strike with an umbrella until the animal was killed. Thatcher received medical attention with no serious injuries expected.

Henry Thatcher Bellows Falls Atack Marah Imananne Sien Henry O. Thatcher Andy Yertentay Waemont Avium Jim

Case adjourned in Vermont power case at St Albans court

In St Albans March 21 by arrangement the case of Emmet Boo TM the Vermont Power and Manufacturing company and the Franklin County Tele phone company for alleged aightgencn was continued to the west term of ilin county court to the mesa of counsel for the ill. An utter tran has been contin and this leaves but two jury cases to be trial. State cases will be taken ups next week.

St. Albans Emmet Boo Vermont Power and Manufacturing Company Franklin County Telephone Company An Utter Tran

Crased with illness Elroy Phelps drowns in Neshobe river

Elroy Phelps, about 20 years old, drowned himself after a period of illness. His body was found downstream in the Neshobe river after a search. He was survived by his parents Frank and Mrs Prelps and his grandparents, with no immediate trace of foul play.

Elroy Phelps Brandon Waa Huriet Neshobe River Frandé Neshobe Pridimenda Hhin Phelps Wen Weker Odd Tiees Mra

Reverend J William Denton Leaves Advent Church

Verton March 31 Rev J William Denton pastor of Advent Church preached farewell here and moved to South Deerfield Massachusetts after buying land He will be supply in South Deerfield and later engage in evangelistic work Prior to departure he had supplied Brattleboro and Brattle area churches but could not oversee both parishes moved to new home in Deerfield with plans for further ministry

Brat- Hebora

Promised Relief Denied in Twaddelle Bond Case

Skowhegan Me March 21 The court asserted promises by Dr Joseph J Twaddelle of North Anson to refrain from pressure on habits and relations as he faced two indictments for alleged attempts against Abeon the Knight of Worth in a parental recognizance set at 1000 dollars awaiting supreme court actions and further proceedings.

Skowhegan Joseph J. Twaddelle North Anson Hirather Worth Abeon Java

Hotel People Fail in Boston March 31

Report from Boston details a hotel incident involving William and Taylor along with Mrs Catherine P Tasker tied to Tivell. The event centered on a 2100 dollar loss and the Hishittes group noted the stake, with 20,000 dollars mentioned in the context of ownership and liability.

Boston Mareh William &, Taylor Catherine P. Tasker Lewel Tivell Wretin Teok Pene Bostankeaptny Ustril Hishittes Saaty

Mass Meeting Repudiates Arbitration Decision in Quincy

In Quincy Massachusetts on March 31 granite manufacturers denounced the arbitration council ruling favoring cutters after a heated mass meeting. The Manufacturers Association formed a committee to confer with its attorney, and a local executive council will decide if the arbitration verdict stands or is invalid.

Quincy Mass Manufacturers’ Association Manufacturer’ Association Counel Boston Tuammuehae William Alexander Comet Nativne Manufacturers Association Wngal Rendation Granite Cutters’ Union

committees meet this afternoon for wage talks

In Boston and Quincy unions meet to discuss a possible settlement and potential strikes. Granite cutters seek higher wages from 83 25 to 130 for a full shift with half day Saturdays. Quincy engineers face a minimum wage increase from 17 to 20 weekly, with a strike anticipated tomorrow.

Quincey Quincy Mase Marclh

Barbers Hold Meetings Over Wage Scale Dispute

Two committee meetings of barbers and journeymen were held to negotiate a new wage scale. Proposals would raise weekly wages from 14 to 15, with sessions planned for Thursday evening and a regular meeting Monday night. Attendees included GC EL Woodsword, William ree, 0 Xe, Charles eo, Mark Peake, Fred Chatfield, and Li ilion Tram.

Bores Nis Antitia Enarimittene Woodsword William Re Beaes Charles Eo Mark Peake Fred Chatfield Fom Iain Cinion

Jaques Murder Trial Teener Charged With Mill Girl Killing

A teenage defendant faces trial for the murder of Miss May Eddy, a mill worker. The case involves the killing in a mill setting with prosecutors outlining the accused’s alleged actions and motive.

Teener Miss May Eddy

Man Drowns Near Swiftwater While Working for Railway

A worker named ener wan drowner Sunday meeting while employed by the ce plain railway company luleing at Whitcherville. He was recovered yesterday after being in Swiftwater for about a day. Joseph Poor, an old resident of the Indian Pond district, died at Haverhill Sunday afternoon of heart failure. He was born in 1840, married Linnie Swasey, and moved to Haverhill in 1869. He later joined Poor & Westgate in a general store until a fire destroyed it. His wife died in February 1905. He was a Democrat and served as postmaster at Haverhill after Cleveland's administration.

Woodsvill N.tl Mareh Ener Wan Drowner Whitcherville Ce Plain Railway Company Luleing Joseph Poor Haverhill Veor Plopmont Indian Pond Bradford Academy Newbury Linnie M. Swasey Meverhill William ‘Page Tyler Westgate Poor & Westgate Mary Louiss Itc Poor Havill Cleveland

Farewell reception for Rev August Kaene leks at Boynta street

A farewell reception was held last evening at the home of Andrew Nolaans on Boynta street for Rev August Kaene leks it Psa jar i ren. About fifty people attended a satirical program and refreshments were served as remarks were made by Gis Row endahl on behalf of the company. The pastor, who led the Swedish mission here for ten months, expressed thanks for the kindness and for the sendoff.

Andrew Nolaans Boynta Street August Kaene Leks Rie Gis Rowendahl Johnson Osterm

CUT TREES SCIENTIFICALLY Rutland March is w

A historical notice describes a plan to cull 1.1 million feet of timber on company lands in Rutland with a focus on preserving only trees three inches in diameter or larger. The operation aims to lay out 9,000 acres for selective logging under engineering supervision, to supply timber for years while the firm plans new water rights and market expansion.

Rutland IV Ergineen Fa Gtting Ap the Es Rin

Burlington Man Arrested in Toronto Extradition Proceeding

Toronto Ontario police arrested Melville Boyle 24 of Burlington Vermont on an outstanding Burlington charge. He agreed to waive extradition and will be returned to Burlington with an officer en route. Boyle, former employee of a local insurance firm, had recently left Burlington.

Toronto

Winter to Join Red Sox After Ten-Day Stop in Cincinnati

Burlington report says George Winter of the Boston American team left for Cincinnati to join manager McGuire for the season's work. He is in fine form, has kept his weight down, and has trained with university athletes recently, signaling a strong rise in readiness for the campaign.

Burlington George Winter Cincinnati McGuirey Seawan Winter M.C. A. Pynnasium University of Tve Anne Rome Ars

Baltimore Capitalists Eye Vermont Marble Quarries

Baltimore capitalists become interested in Clarendon Vermont property linked to the Deville marble quarry firm. The venture aims to reopen the quarries after a period of idleness, with several large orders expected from the southern market.

Baltimore

Unclear Bulletin Items From Gov and Guild Clergy

Fragmentary OCR text references a governor bulletin and guild figures with religious leaders including a pastor of a Methodist church. Names and places are garbled, but the piece mentions March and Burlington. Overall, content is incomplete and requires clarification.

Talk of the Town. Roy Stith ty he ll e for a two week vacation

Roy Stith plans a two week vacation amid local chatter about weeds and vandalism in the area. Neighbors note disruptions but expect normalcy upon his return.

Roy Stith Ty Helle

Willopposes Kit Haskins in Vermont race

Frank Plumley of Northfield announces he will contest the Republican nomination for Congress against incumbent Kittridge Haskins of Brattleboro. The piece reviews past conventions, Plumley’s loyalty, and Haskins’s tenure, highlighting Plumley’s credentials as chief judge of the Vermont Court of Claims and U.S. district attorney experience.

Vermont Court of Claims International Disputes Haskins Washington County Frank Plumaley Northfield Kittridge Hankine Brattleboro Dod Phunley Me Hse Ae Ee Plumley Porter H. Dale Island Pond Wendell P. Stafford St. Johnabury Kittridge Muskine Planley Prim Seabee Phimley Haskina Hookevelt Tate Bene Has»kine Elain Col. Haskins Congress Vermont Vee Plumpley Benor Ingisintarn Juge Court of Claims Bic United States Senator Proctor Rich

Frank K Converse Dies in Charlotte Home

Birlington March 7 Frank K Converse aged 60 a member of a well known family died last night at his Charlotte home He leaves three daughters Julia A Melon C Converse Hartington and Mrs S 8 Simpasa of Sarth Adams Masa two brothers John Hi and Charles Converse of Philadelphia and a sister Mrs S 8 Simpasa of Sarth Adams Masa died after a lengthy illness or the last night obituary notes the family’s bereavement

Frank K. Converse Charlotte Birlington Frank K. Convers Chettotte Hiw Julia A. Aut Converse Hartington Simpasa Af Sarth Adams Masa John Hi. Ant Charies Philadelphia

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