18 May 1907
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1907
Page
1
Dark rumors of espionage swirl in Boise as investigators probe Orchard's Thursday interview quoting Governor Gooding may face contempt charges. Attacks claim spies monitor Haywood case figures while prosecutors scrutinize whether witnesses or defense allies influenced testimony.
Rear Admiral George H. Converse, chief of the bureau of navigation, retires in Washington D C after a long career dating to 1860s. Born in Norwich Vermont on May 4, he moves from torpedo duty to command and ends service as admiral with ties to Vermont summers and three daughters.
May 14 report from Clarenos indicates a blast at a factory caused multiple fatalities. Edward Mantik, a witness, described a severe explosion that rocked the plant on Thursday. Authorities preliminarily assess a heavy fire after the blast with a grim toll and potential further injuries.
A May night blaze on the Hudson at Canal Street destroyed piers of the Morgan line owned by Northern Pacific railway. Freight and sheds burned with a loss likely around 600000. Several ships narrowly escaped, fire tugs and engines damaged, and tugs towed the Proteus and City of Columbus into the stream for safety.
In Evansville Indiana on May 18 the second day of a streetcar strike led to one death and six injuries after a non union crew driver jumped a curve at hih and Walnut streets crashing into a two story building. Jamies Cates of Central City Kentucky died and Bessie Kohn infant was crushed along with James Wiltiiwe Grants Kinney and Polis Oden injured. The mob attacked strike breakers causing severed ears and broken limbs. Mayor Boelme called a special safety meeting and ordered 200 extra police sworn in.
State of Vermont at Waterbury reports Wilkins wounded in the arm during an attack by a resident at Kingsley. The assailant fired. Wilkins is under observation with a serious arm wound deemed likely to heal. A hearing in the case was adjourned to May 23 with about 15 witnesses examined.
A water main burst flooded the heart of the city early today, undermining cellars and undermining streets. The break released gallons of water, leaving pressure very low citywide and prompting temporary service disruptions.
In Montpelier the county court returns a not guilty verdict for State against Daniel Royce with a discharge of the respondent. Mrs Varriet Bancroft underwent a successful operation at Heaton hospital but remains in danger days, peritonitis followed initial symptoms. Funeral services held for William Humph Derry at Loomis Street residence with Rev J Edward Inan officiating. burial at Green Mount cemetery. A large floral tribute display marked the ceremony. County court hours and urban public works notes appear amid scattered items including plant listings and docket references.
In Wrentham Massachusetts on May 18 a nine year old boy Preston Beaumont, son of the mill proprietor Louis Beaumont, was found dead tangled in a water wheel after he had been playing near the mill stream. The accident halted power at the mill and prompted a search.
Edwin Bidwell a noted publisher and photo paper man in New York clubs was found dead in his West 100th Street apartment yesterday. A note to a Vanderbilt and another to a young woman who cared for him lay near the scene along with other papers and a handwriting sample. Bidwell, about 60, left a final line claiming his mind was sound but his body not able to go on. He had property sufficient to ensure comfort for life.
A man struck by a train near the station last night died at the hospital. Identity unclear, but believed connected to a railroad group. A conductor’s badge and ticket were found, suggesting travel from Worcester to New Haven. The victim is described as tall, middle aged, neatly dressed.
Burlington reports a collision during yesterday's Amherst and University of Vermont baseball game. Elmer B. Wiggins of Standish suffered internal injuries and delirium, while W. L. Ganiner of Encebure Falls broke his collarbone. Both players were taken from the field as the team feared serious harm.
In Reston on May 14 Guy W. Easton a physics instructor at the Institute of Technology was killed at Back Bay station. He was on the tracks preparing to board a train when a New York New Haven and Hartford line collision occurred. The incident occurred near Alliston where a corn train reportedly struck him. Eastman was about thirty years old.
Stevens High School of Claremont secured the meet's top team honor with a record victory in the interscholastic competition. Richards scored 32 and Sprighelt added points as Stevens dominated events including a 20 yard dash, a relay win, and notable jumps. Ayer led Stevens in the running events while Springfield and Bon teams also earned podium finishes.
The last state assembly of Rebekahs chose officers for the coming year. Mrs. Belchar of Bradford was named president, with Mre Mabel BR of Newport as vice president and Mrs. Lauren L. Boycoft of Lyndonville as treasurer. Other posts include Warden Susie R. Blach White River Junction, Conductor Frances Stome Springfield, Chaplain Susan Bailey Ludlow, Marshal Emma Guile Ludlow, Inside guard Grace Richmond Ration ase, Outside guard On Kennington.
Burlington May 14 Petee Resette of Shelburne says he lacks a remarkable tale of the gold finery at a local minty ledge. He worked the ledge last week and reports finding yellow metal. The story circulated via interpreter. the gold bearing edge is near the village but owners and managers are unnamed.
Washington May 15 Senator Foraker released a strong statement denouncing Walter Brown chairman of the Meynaly-Views state committee and again injected himself into Ohio’s endorsement contest for the presidency. He will abide by the next Ohio Republican convention action to decide if he will be a candidate and for which office. The move followed a Toledo issued statement by Brown last night.
A jumble of social notes lists visitors in the city including D Sickle in New York on a Byel Ess trip and B B Martin of Plainfield on business. Mentions of relatives visits, a large Saint Bernard injury incident, theater plans for Daniel O Connell, and various locals traveling to and from Barre and Montpelier.
Montpelier May 18 Judge W W Milne commended a jury panel for diligence after discharging all but one juror to recall the remainder for two days. He noted exemplary attendance over 35 years and praised their conduct as fourteen cases had been tried this term.
A list of jurors drawn to serve in the June term of the Orange County court includes multiple residents from towns such as Corinth, Orange, Newbury, Thetford, Randolph, and more. Names appear with towns and partial addresses. the record reflects the juror pool for a forthcoming court term.
Will demand a ten percent wage increase on Monday, with twenty thousand operatives backing the push. Vermont calls report a city council tax debate, noting proposed tax shifts and their impact on city growth, schools, and business.
The Montpelier Gun Club opened the annual tournament with team matches and a strong showing. Participants from Barre Northfield Wilton and Greenfield led the field with notable scores and several trophies and merchandise prizes awarded, including subscriptions and outdoor gear.
A woman named Rose Brasaw was found guilty after a brief jury trial for keeping a house of ill fame. She was sentenced to at least one year in the county jail and costs, with the sentence set at 8500 bond she could not post and remanded to the county jail. The defense requested more time as the case moved to county court for review.
A Bee District meeting was held at Montpetieres with about twenty members present. B A Bulliet delivered the welcome address while the local lodge hosted visitors at five oclock giving a supper. Reverend A lowgh and others spoke during the gathering.
An 1907 piece argues teachers should remain in service only if actively effective, urging ongoing training and adaptation. It says the best educators combine tact, talent, and invention, and that those with long service deserve selection for permanent, graduate-ready roles. It criticizes aging, complacent teachers and favors normal schools testing for willingness to advance.
Insurance rates on mercantile risks in Barre were reduced by 16 percent from May 4 after a decade of good fire records and improved equipment. The cut applies to most city buildings and contents but excludes granite manufacturing plants where earlier rate hikes were placed.
A local event featured Miss Lydia Bly and the audience enjoyed a pleasing program of vocal and instrumental music. The Revere theatre presented the performance with Mrs Brown responding. Refreshments of punch and wafers were served after the event.
The ex-mayor and owners Corry Deavitt and Front refute reports that they were offered or would accept a 50 000 bonus to sell their property or business interests. They state they would not approve a large bonus and prefer operating the project themselves, insisting they hold four of the property.
The report notes the death of Mrs Saporite and mentions a husband and two children including a nine day old baby. It states the funeral will be held Sunday afternoon from the spring house and interment will be in the nearby cemetery.
A list of Sunday services across Universalist Pentacostal Saint Monica and other churches outlines service times from 9:10 to 10:50 AM and 7 PM. Catechism and Bible classes are noted, with sermons on topics like "The hidden Life" and "Free: dem by the Truth" and evening readings at the reading room on Summer Street.
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