08 Nov 1907
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1907
Page
1
The Lusitania, the Queenstown bound liner, sped toward New York lowering the time for crossing. It achieved a record pace of 614 knots on a previous November voyage segment and completed a 24% knot average as it chased government prize conditions. The ship’s trials, amid a coastal storm, highlighted its potential to redefine transatlantic speed and fuel efficiency.
Berlin reports Kaiser Wilhelm is sicker than physicians and relatives admit. Specialists warn it is dangerous for him to remain in German climate during the illness. The Kaiser insisted on keeping his engagement to visit the English court despite medical advice.
New York on November 5 Following the official calling off of the telegraphers strike the local union and officers crowded with applicants seeking old positions. None were accepted as the company had filled the force to its original quota. By ten oclock yesterday morning the waiting line was full and no more names remained. About 200 former workers faced in the companys main office and were told there was nothing for them.
Official White House announcement states President Roosevelt will review the battleship fleet as it begins its December voyage to the Pacific at Hampton Roads. He will depart Washington in the afternoon of December 1.
Boston, Noy, and Maurlce K Miller, a 36 year old married miller living at 27 sieet, died after falling down an elevator shaft at 41 First street. The accident occurred yesterday evening, and Miller was employed as a teamster. The Boston Evening Transcript notes an upcoming Saturday issue with strong content including a feature on government fortification, college attendance, and the highlighted discussion of the Heondpin canal solid reading.
A halted inquiry into transit traction and related agreements surfaced amid questions about price terms. The investigation, focusing on labor and trade practices, was discontinued after findings indicated no clear wrongdoing by the involved parties.
In New York City a reported agreement ends a long conflict among theater interests. The United Booking Offices of America and the Western Vaudeville Masqu revamp control of vaudeville, while Klaw and Erlanger and the Vanderbuilt group retire from the routeville business to confine their operations to legitimate fleets.
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A powder explosion on a narrow gauge railroad between Necora and Rivne yesterday afternoon killed ten men, likely Mexican, who were workers for Montrsume Copper, a Phelps Dodge company. Details are scarce.
Edward Payson Weston the famed walker arrived in Amsterdam at 1 20 PM after a four hour march from Schenectady covering just over sixteen miles. He rested forty minutes before resuming toward Bellows Falls while noting heavy rains burdening his travel with carriage pauses. He recently discontinued one escort. Bellows Falls banquet speakers included J F Drake and C W Gaylord chaired events with 75 dinners served.
A piano student at the Ithaca Conservatory of Music in Ithaca Ridgeway Penn was blinded yesterday while practicing. A physician attributed the loss of sight to a previous tetanus attack and she was taken to her home.
Washington reports a minister named David Soemu resigns amid rising tensions over Germany and Charlemagne Tower. The move marks a strategic shift in diplomatic stance as leaders reassess promotions and duties on the European front.
An island in the southern part of the state disappeared as floodwaters rose covering the area. The submerged land, once a wooded landmark near Vernon, was owned by Elijah Stockwell. Trains and lines were disrupted while repairs began.
Washington D C proceedings show counsel for a shipping combination filing a demurrer denying the commission's jurisdiction over the traffic under complaint. The case asks for dismissal as December 3 hearing looms, involving the American North German Lloyd and other steamship lines amid freight disputes.
Report notes a meeting where talks about a strike and applying for relief were discussed. Western Union officials consider each applicant individually while Postad company officials say several men were hired and others’ applications are being processed.
Late election returns from Lincoln Nebraska on November 8 confirm previous estimates and emphasize a Republican state ticket victory. They show Judge Reese elected by a plurality around 16,000 plus. Rail road commissioner votes in Clark’s district look weak and two university regents are not far beyond. Republicans gain one district court judge and possibly two.
A man identified as Clifford McCausland aged 20 to 30 died after a loaded revolver discharged in his hand while at his sister’s desk. He and his brother Clyarlen were present. Clifford died later in hospital from a fatal head wound.
Mayor Tom Johnston voices a move toward negotiations with the Cleveland Electric Railway company to settle the street railway franchise controversy as election day nears and Johnston seeks a fourth term. In Los Angeles Judge Welborn fines Santa Fe Railway $5,000 per count across sixty six counts for freight related to Grand Canyon Cement during ship rentals from Nelson, Arizona.
Gorge McKnight visited Barre on Saturday from a short stay. Mrs Kate Leifrenned referred howe Ihat. George Vincent of Plainfield had been painting and papering this week.
A Vermont district case centers on the North Bengal Manufacturing Company and judge James Martin as the defendant in a writ of exception. The suit seeks $10,000 in promissory notes and related obligations, with deadlines to meet liabilities and continue or perform under the contract.
In a trial recount, attorney Carpenier contends Mary Grout fired the shot that killed Fairbanks and that she then died by suicide. He argues the trajectory shows Grout did not shoot Fairbanks, citing the revolver at her feet and the clothing bound around the wound as evidence, while recounting witness testimony at the Asia meeting and at Mrs Grout’s home.
In Rutland a sensational case before Judge W. MM Rowe involved Mrs. Mary Smith seeking compensation for medical services from Ivor Fitzgerald, alleged father of Miss Mary Porter’s child born at her home in summer 1906. The suit lists a doctor bill of £126. Porter’s aunt, Miss Smith, claimed Fitzgerald’s paternity amid family ties. Separately, Rosie Buckey, about 20, of Cold River, has been missing six weeks, with no clue to her whereabouts.
In Columbia on November 1, George Hamilton Phelon a Flantiny Ohio attorney linked to major Stamford Oil Company cases sparked a scene in court while defending a woman and others. He was later taken to Pinsclay with overwork cited as a factor in his condition.
Adjutant General Gilmore announces men will get one more chance to raise their wives to standard. Inspections of Company B of Albania are described, with dates set for Brattleboro November 19, Bradford November 20, and Newport November 21. stricter efficiency requirements accompany the plan amid ongoing vigilance by Vermont authorities.
The Protective Grange, largest in the state, reports 422 members before reentering the Inte Clava. Membership divides evenly with 200 men and 213 women. Ages range from 14 to 70, with Master Harry W. Spaulding leading the first and second degrees for 10 candidates. George W. Pierce of Brattleboro helps drive growth, and another clave is set to begin within three months.
The Kiifa Club of Burlington held a conference on manual training and arts and crafts under its auspices. Gov. Proctor and Vermont officials spoke as a large exhibit of arts and crafts from Vermont and other countries was shown for youth promotion. A committee planned to interview the school board to advance a manual training course in city public schools.
In Rutland on November 8, it emerged that Edith E. Dunton of Washington Street, known for the Betty Wales college stories for girls, is the author behind the popular persona Margaret i. The Washington-born writer, a Smith College alumna and associate at The Dia, has also produced several short stories for Red Book and other magazines.
The fourth annual Clan Gordon fair opened with a crowded pavilion and lively entertainment. Notables including Mrs Johnston and Mrs Stewart led the organizing committee as guests enjoyed fortune telling, an ice cream booth, and dancing that filled the floor all evening. The event, deemed the most successful yet, runs through Saturday with many booths and games drawing wide attendance.
A local report notes two potato patches, one 230 bushels per acre and another lower due to recent coverage. Total yield reached 4 640 bushels, among the best in the area. Residents with higher outputs are urged to share details.
Thomas Riley, a prominent Suffolk County Democrat and longtime Boston figure, died at his home yesterday. Born in 1840 in County Caven Ireland, he moved to America as a child, attended local schools, worked in newspapers, studied law at the Boston Law School and in Benjamin F. Butler’s office. He led the Charitable Irish Society and was a Clover Club charter member, survived by a widow.
In Lowell on November 8 two hundred and more members of the Brussels Weavers union at the Bigelow Carpet mill went on strike after alleging a four month old wage agreement with superintendent William Rendall Fairbanks had been broken. The stoppage may spread to other mill departments in Lynn and nearby areas as the dispute centers on day work pay.
Milo Pratt of Montpelier Truantea and John Miller appeared in city court after a series of misdeeds including attempted theft of a letter from a post office window and truancy. Both admitted intoxication and were sent to the county jail for 20 days in default of fines. The pair, recently from South Carolina, faced charges across multiple minor offenses and were later paroled to await the industrial school assignment.
Worcester of Montpelier and a woman said to be his wife were found intoxicated on Wine streets. Officer Carle summoned from the police station assisted a Papin's stable team to the station. A search revealed two small bottles of alcohol in the man's pockets.
Testimony opens in the trial of Joseph Bianchi for revolver related charges. Two boys Arturo Vanetti and Charles Colombo admit being coached, recalling a ward five disturbance tied to the Italian picnic election day. Patrolman Hamel links the fracas to liquor disputes and witnesses discuss anarchist connections of Cronata Sovversiva.
Judge frees defendant P D Burgess after he testifies intent to locate in Massachusetts. Chasles Campbell sues for $30 damages on Granite Building tenancy, with Scott & Carver and Boston attorney George Fox involved. Proceedings reference absconding debtor act and a hearing at Parmenter. Also notes a Baptist choir rehearsal and Mrs George Maker returning home from Seene City hospital after yearlong illness.
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