Rutland Swindle Suspect Detained In Atlantic City
Detectives from the Wood-Morgan agency detained four men in Atlantic City believed to be Charles A Hitchcock, accused of swindling Rutland residents out of about 30,000 by selling worthless stock in a Massachusetts asbestos casket factory. Local buyers included C. W. Spencer of Spencer Canty and three others. The case, pursued by State's Attorney Stafford, marks Hitchcock as a long-wanted figure.
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Charles A. Hitchcock
Rutland
Wood-Morgan
Atlantic City
N. J
Charles A.itchcock
Massachusetts
A. A. Teonard
Wallingford
James B. Wood
Stafford T
Hitchcock
C. W. Spencer
Spencer & Canty
New York Governor Attacks Provincial High Protection
In New York after delivering a Woodrow Wilson dinner speech, the governor criticizes exaggerated protectionism as provincial and argues for a balance of federal and state taxation. He warns against free trade while endorsing selective tariffs and stresses Americans should shape immigration policy to protect national standards. He also notes immigration policy must inform and safeguard newcomers.
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New York
Woodrow Wilson
Ben Girt
Woodrow Wilson Workingmen's League
Europe
America
Clab
Government role in helping immigrants through information
A fragment argues the government should provide or promote tools and methods to distribute aid and offer sympathetic information to immigrants, asserting such support would ease processes and be the only welcome accepted by newcomers.
Roosevelt Relieved By Vermont Result
Ottumwa Iowa Sept 5 On roserving returns from the Vermont election Roosevelt said he was greatly relieved with the Progressive vote and that the state ticket showed growing support. He noted concerns that many voters favored the National ticket but supported the State ticket. He predicted Vermont might carry in November and expressed relief at the state ticket’s prospects.
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Ottumwa
Vermont
Roosevelt
Dam
Ealan
Many Men Seek the Progressive Nomination in New York
Syracuse September 5 The search for a head of the Progressive state ticket grows tougher as delegates gather for the state convention. State Chairman Hotchkiss reports widespread talk that Comptroller Prendergast’s strength could wane over church questions, while Prendergast says he would accept unanimously, and Hotchkiss notes three to ten candidates for every spot.
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Syracuse
N. Y
Hotchkiss
Prendergast
New York
Hoteles
Totchkies
Thirty Girls Jump From Window After Fire Explodes
A benzene vapor explosion at a Chicago dyeing and cleaning shop causes a building collapse. Thirty girls leaped from a second story window to escape the blaze. Rudolph Spinner, foreman, died. One girl was found unconscious with a broken leg, others trampled while fleeing to stairways.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seyt
Rudolph Spinner
Bate Rege
Chicago
Taft Travels By Train After Brief Wheelchair Rest
President Taft left for New York with a troubled ankle that required a wheelchair for part of the White House exit. He walked short distances to the train, plans to reach New York late today to board the yacht Mayflower, and may skip New London to address the Atlantic Dewey Waterways convention if not stopping there.
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Washington
D. C
Taft
New York
New London
Beverly
Jame
White House
Tere
New Lomson
Vermont ports plan to ease customs traffic at stations
A treasury conference between Acting Secretary Curtis and railroad representatives virtually assured a plan to set rail tracks as custom traffic points at stations in every customs town. The customs service handles through Canadian frontier ports at Saint Albans Newport and Albury and Buffalo before the changes take effect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Treasury Department
Curtis
Vansehvia
Meine
St. Albans
Newport
Albury
Buffalo War
Second Fatality in Five Days in Fitchburg Rail Work
Bethins Falls reports a second death in five days as Arthur L. Garford, a 20 year old from Fitchburg Mass, is fatally injured while at work on a Connecticut River bridge project near Betlews Valle and North Walpole. The Progres sive notes Garford as a gubernatorial candidate in an unrelated Columbia event.
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Bethins Falls
Mercier
Fitchburg
Mass
Ork
Connecticut River
Valle Aml
North Walpole
Big Oil Fire at Rochester Engulfs Plant
Sparke started a blaze at the Monroe County Oil Company plant in Rochester New York early today. A series of explosions blew the dome from an 8,000 gallon tank of benzine and destroyed other tanks. A large quantity of benzine burns as losses are estimated around $50,000.
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Rocester
N.Y
Sparke
Monroe County Oil Company
Four Lives Lost in Philadelphia Cleaning Plant Blaze
A spark from a lighted cigarette into fifteen gallons of gasoline caused a blast at Davis Goldberg's cleaning and dyeing shop in Philadelphia. Four workers died, five survived unharmed, with three gravely injured. A child, Harry Schwartz, four, suffered severe burns and may die.
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Philadelphia
Slice
Davis Goldberg
Harry Schwartz
Kho
Extraordinary term panel to summon 240 talesmen for Hecker murder trial
New York today's brief Supreme Court session with Justice Goff presiding to grant a petition for summoning 240 talesmen. The aim is to secure a jury for Lieut Hecker's murder trial of Rise thal, set to begin September 12, amid expected difficulty in obtaining a representative panel due to wide public interest.
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New York
Goff ix J
Talesmen
Hecker
Risesthal
Ove Huanfred
Uhlinmen
Kilbane Wins On Points In Cleveland Title Bout
Johnny Kilbane defeated Johnny Dundee in a ten round featherweight title bout in Cleveland. Kilbane used steady left jabs and countering moves to outpoint Dundee round by round, keeping control from start to finish. Abe Attell watched ringside and issued a challenge to the winner while other bouts on the program included Kid William defeating Mel Brown and Cal Delaney sparring with Babe Teata.
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New York
Johnny Kilbane
Cleveland
Johny Dnetden
Dundee
Cleveland Hoy Dlaconmert
Kilbane
Kid William
Haltimore
Mel Brown
Hoston
Cal Delaney
Kilbane, Alrtela
Babe” Teata
Los Angeles
Detectives Hid in Closet in Albany Extortion Plot
New York on Sept 6 detectives trapped by two men, Percy T. Davis alderman and Eben J. Owens evading list, during alleged extortion for a parliamentary affidavit. They were arrested in Mrs Eva H Carroll’s apartments after officers concealed themselves to observe the alleged bribery scheme involving funds and favors. Carroll notified police.
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New York
Percy TL
Davis
Aid
Congress
Eben J. Owens
Chwcks
Bancom
Eva H. Carroll
Davia
Carroll Wee
Tavis
Wens
Carroll
Caroll
Hartfont Can racing yields uneasy track at Ubarter
In a troubled afternoon session at Ubarter a pony race produced a muddled result. Knight Meando led early but Sir BR gained late stretch advantage before The Eel finished strong to win the final heat as conditions stayed fair with warmer winds.
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Hartfont
Cans
Pert
Eannerti Jnes
Tiont
Ubarter A
Hirmeck
Raithl Thurehey
Knight Meando
Fremfopell
Valuable Horses Killed In Rutland Street Car and Motorcycle Incidents
A Rutland fair reported two valuable horses killed in a day. One horse, Rusemont owned by G A Haskins of Middletown Springs, was struck by a motorcycle during exercise and had to be shot after breaking a leg. Deputy Sheriff Borker also reported a carriage horse killed by a trolley car. A heavy track at the Rovian fair affected performances as 10,000 spectators attended.
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Rutland
Sept
Mth
U.S. Cavalry
Rusemont
G A. Haskins
Middletown Springs
Borker
Crozier
Haetfons
Ipnesas
Mary Girl
Woodyhill Pari
Salem
S. C
Porter
Emporia
Kans
Tommy Pointer
Lambury
Broad H Bronk
Con
Annie Drivet
Ehm
Fletcher
Fitelburg
Maan
Tinie
Baty
Pyenne
Page
Turreyin Amour
Mrovie
Brookwood
Big
Blanchard
Concord
Mit
Tiny Patehon
Bibhoy
Port Edward
John W
By, Fletcher, Fitelburg
Mun
Cesee
Full Vermont Vote Shows Little Change
White River Junction Vermont September 5 The full report of Tuesday's state election balloting shows no material change from earlier figures. Unofficial statewide governor total 65,088. Allen M Fletcher Cavendish Republican led with 28,240 votes. Democratic Harland Briewe 20,800. Progressive Fraser Motzger Ranilalph 4,?. Prohibition Wing Merreaville 1,?. Socialist Chester Suitor Barre 1,?. remaining candidates split small totals.
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White River Junction
Vermont
Allen M. Fleteher
Cavendishy
Allen M. Vleteher
Cavendish
Harland Briewe
St. Jobmebory
Fraser Moteger
Ranilalph
Progreserve
Clement F. Salth
Merreaville
Howley Campaign Parade Celebrates Democratic Victory
Report of a September Burlington parade celebrating Thomas J. Howley’s state victory. The procession featured the Sherman band, a reception at Howley’s residence, and speeches at the city hall. Attendees included ex Mayor J. Berke and committee members. speakers praised labor support, lamented political corruption, and urged continued workingmen mobilization for the ticket.
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Burlington
Thomas J. Howley
Howileen
Epening
Te Sherman
Hiwley
Dithors
Hewley
Lary W. Joie
Ehnecratin Ennemitton
J. Berke
Mitte Metwony Wie
A. At
Cape
Dayo
John Win
Whippie
Howley
Lone bandit fails in New Orleans powered by railroad heist
A lone robber attempts a railroad crime near New Orleans where a mishap injures the assailant and a pursued mail service worker. The robber is captured and hospitalized as investigators assess the attempted theft and its consequences.
Newly Elected Barre Representative Praised At Banquet
Richard Grigg was named Barre city representative yesterday on the fourth ballot at a Woodmen’s ball banquet. Secretary Duncan and other dignitaries attended a post-prandial program with toasts about labor, politics, and the American Federation of Labor. The event featured remarks on unity, organized labor, and Grigg’s promised efforts in the coming legislature.
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Tnst
Richard Grigg
Barre
Bie Friends
James
Quincy
Mass
Eecrotary-Treasater
Granite
Thomas Nichols
Parcmantenresiias Gry
Doncan
Duncan
American Federation of Labor
Austria
American Federation of Bor
International Assembly of Organizel Labor
Budapest
Daniel Sullivan
William McDonald
Granite Titers
Phul Bheneki
Donate Meleod
Fred Cannes
Montpelier Granite Cutters
Antonio Fissola
Mexander Tronmide
Lydames Cynickshank
Peter Alexander Frmtini
Duncan McMillan
Angus McDonald
Changes in Barre High School Faculty Highlighted
Barre public school notices list superintendent E M Roscoe and Principal HL White available for consultations Friday and Saturday at the Spaulding building. Returning staff include Henry H Jackson Marion Pane Alter Bo Lavalle Mura A Bagley and Karlee W Smith with new instructors Stanlee W Compings Walter J Ritout E J Dole Hertha C Retnot and Stella M Brooks reflecting a broad faculty shift.
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Sehneia
Barre
E. M. Roscoe
Spanla
Shim
HL White
SpanMing
Spauld Jing
Mal Batarday
Studinta
Tle Acheul
Stanlee W. Compings
Clark University
Worcester
Mass
South Manchester
Conn
Walter J. Ritout
Oalby College
Springfeld Normal School
Maina
E. J. Dole
University of Vermont
Mig
Washington fair to be best ever
Washington plans promise a top level event with an orchestra and lively attractions. Officials anticipate stronger entries and fuller participation as preparations move forward.
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Washington
Fireman Killed in Fire Department Vehicle Crash
A local fire department chief’s car struck a man in a fatal crash last night while responding to an alarm. The injured man, identified as a local suspect, died of a fractured skull and other injuries at a hospital. The car involved was driven by the department head.
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Holywke
Patrick J. Bailty
Telly
Howe
Wounded Three and Wife Divorce Case Ends in Death
Louis Rhinehart anger over divorce proceedings led to a deadly incident in a law office yesterday. Rhinehart wounded three people including his wife and two attorneys, then shot himself. He had sought counsel for a divorce and opened fire without warning.
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Laws
Louis Rhinehart
Ant Killel
Whinehart
Mery
Kilehart
Campbell
KM. Tole
Barre Looks Good To Him
Decatur resident A Wait, a well known Decatur citizen, visits Vermont and describes Barre and Vermont life. He details hill country farms, dairy production, busy farms, and urban growth, noting Barre workers’ crafts and Decatur ties to Vermont history.
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Barre
Barrel
Decatur
Ilinois
A. Wait
Vermont
Mley
Cine
Wy Tr
Barry
Wait
Doratur
Thinais
Littoix
Lingia
Aid
Macon County
Found Body Spotted Near Lake Shore After Outing
Fred Bi Gitte of Washington Street reported a gruesome sight during a Bay outing with his brother Inslin Ava Hy land. A remote section of Mallett Bay revealed a body in a boat sighting later identified as chef George W. Souis who had been missing for about two weeks.
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Fred Bi. Gitte
Washington Street
Mallett Bay
Citittenden
Dutts
Inslin
Ava Hyland
Cutie
Faure
George W. Souis
Cored
McVilar
Whyotek
Cerokete Tiny
Mena
Burlington
New Jersey
Jones
Theodore Roosevelt Arrives in St Paul for State Fair Address
The former president Theodore Roosevelt arrived in St Paul on September 5 to deliver an address at the state fair. He met with Progressive state central committees and supporters during his visit, underscoring party activity and public engagement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mant
Theolore Roosevelt
Ee Vane
Middlesex Ballot Debacle Ends Without Electing a Rep
After a long ballot contest in Middlesex, B H Nerney of Websterville was elected representative in Barre Town on the eleventh ballot, while Middlesex adjourned without a choice and will be unrepresented this fall. Other towns reported mixed results with several ballots still needed for clear winners.
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Middlesex
B. H. Nerney
Websterville
Barre Town
Mr. Nerney
Sindie
Vermont
Putnam
Andrews
Chapin
Bennington
Fred
Martin
Robert FE. Healy
Republian
Tvo
Frank KE. Howe
House
Leu
Ty Essex
de C. M. Ferrin
Fertin
Waitsfield
Oelock
Ryd. McAllister
Fayston
Mayston
Montpelier
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Tee
Arthur L, Garford
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Becker
Rosenthal
Hartford Grand Circsit
Burlington Ia
Lone Bandit
Loulewiile & In
Michaiel
Ray
Laside
Biear
SEC. Duncan
C. H. White
Enlrice
Barre Opera Mourne Orchestra
Halyoki
Mase
Illinois
Maren County
Werat Maron
Wood
Mala’ Prairie
William Streets
Denatur
United States
Tebasa Peigle
Stephen A. Douglas
Stephan A. Thinglas
Douglve
Javier
Douglas
Green Mountain
Ani
Fred E. Cutts
Asa Hyland
T. R
St. Paul
E. H. Nerney
A. J. Dickey
McAllister
Dickey Anand
St. Johnsbury
W. J. Aldrich
Aldrich
George J. Caldbeck
J. Rolf Searles
W. C. Rodliff
G. “Aldrich
Waterbury
R. N. Dee Tertt
Helaving
G. B. Moody
G. W. Glover
Ndjowkind
A. L
I Patterson
Republican
LL. Slocum
Progressive
J. L. Eastman
Demarcat
Patterson
Slocum
Gil Cituini di
Mextone Marte di Rleete
Cansie
Gil Mel Cine
Cori
Raldi Ringrasiamenti
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Lown
Williamstown
Roston
Central Labor Union
Las
James Minch
Nelo Street
Roommites
Granite Cutters
Scampini Block
James Match
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