Fire destroys Hot Springs with millions in losses and evacuations
Governor George W. Hays directs relief efforts after a severe blaze in Hot SpringsArk that razed the east side downtown. Volunteers and 250 sworn-in special policemen patrol the debris as authorities assess damage to the light water and power plants and multiple hotels schools and businesses. Wind gusts up to 40 miles per hour threaten further spread while saloons close and rescue materials rush in.
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Hot Springs
Ark
George W. Hays
Bowan
McClendon
Churel Street
Army and Navy Hospital
Jecul Fry Department
Park
Jefferson, Princess and Moody
Iron Mountain
Gaark Sanitarium
Tijon Rink
O'Erink
South Hot Springs
Assassins' Victim Dies of Wounds in Tokyo
Moriiara Abe, director of the political bureau of the Japanese foreign office, died today from injuries suffered the evening of September 4. The attackers, likely students, fled. The city reels amid rumors of a massacre in Nanking and an uproar over China, fueling calls for drastic action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moritara Abe
Japanese Foreign Office
Tokio
Moriiara Abe
Japanese Foreign Often
Nanking
China
United States
Sporting Notes Stirs Baseball Talk Across Teams
Sporting notes cite Bldmey Hatch’s Labor Day 1s mile win in Chicago and Maisel the Highlander’s stealing prowess. Louis Drucke, ex Giants and now in Isle Coast league, heads free releases, with stints at Oakland and Sacramento. Hemphill’s release from St Paul follows conditioning issues as owner Zeller plans a world trip with Giants and White Sox. Mrs Stallings dies in Buffalo Aug 20 prompting management absence. Jacobs and Hale sold to St Louis Browns for 5000. Trainer moves and managerial rumors round out the season chatter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bldmey Hatch
Chicago
Maisel
Louis Dracke
New York Giants
Keting
Drucke
Oakland
Sacramento
Venice
Charlie Hemphill
Teaguer
St Paul
Duck Zeller
Pittsfield
Giants
White Sox
George Stallings
Boston Nationals
Buffalo
Stallings
Resmon
Jacobs
Cutcher Hale
Burlington, In
Pathinders
St. Louis Browns
Barnard
Cleveland Nape
Pensacola
Cleveland
Charlie Dosis
Philadelphia Nationals
Racer Endicott dies in tire blowout crash at Jackson speedway
Jackson Michigan September 6 1935 automobile racer Harry Endicott 35 of Anderson Indiana and spectator Mary Sarata 1 of Jackson were killed when Endicott's car tore through a fence after a front tire blew during a track run. Mechanician George Benedict 28 of Los Angeles is believed to be internally injured. Endicott prepared a 100 horsepower car for an exhibition race here today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson, Mich
Harry Endicott
Anderson
Ind
Mary Sarata
Jackson
Endicott
Benedict
Wage Revision Demanded by 95000 Rail Locomotive Workers
Kansas City reports locomotive engineers and firemen west of Chicago plan to ask railroad companies to revise wage schedules. A Chicago conference is expected to discuss the proposed changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Kansas City
Woot
Ocracoke and Portsmouth Residents Safe After Storm
Reports say residents of Ocracoke and Portsmouth were feared lost at sea during Wednesday's storm but are confirmed safe. The Beaufort to Atlantic region saw property damage, Pamlico Sound strewn with wreckage and debris, with no fatalities reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pamlico Sound
Beaufort
Ocracoke
Portsmouth
N. Y
Atlantic
Pam- Tico Sound
Unawakened Man Found After 36 Days Slumber In Barn
In San Jose California a visitor from Tennessee reports a man has been asleep for 36 days at a barn on a farm. Attempts by several to wake him failed. The man, Kerbel, disappeared on August 1 and was later found sleeping between hay bales on the premises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Jose
Cal
Wealthy will leaves Rutland woman 400000 wealth
Mrs. Holmes wife of a former boilermaker hare receives four hundred thousand dollars from Theodore W. Barhydt of Delmar California who died of apoplexy in an automobile He valued his estate at a million dollars His sister Emma Jasmin of Schenectady also receives four hundred thousand Barhydt born in Schenectady in 1835 made his fortune in Iowa real estate and owned parts of small railroads including a segment of the Burlington system
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rutland
Middleton Grounded Steamer With 200 Passengers
Hartford dispatch reports the steamer Middleton bound for New York ashore on a Norwalk harbor ledge during high water. About 20 passengers remain aboard while tugs and local crews are sent to assist. no danger is believed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middleton
Hartford
New York
Conn
Norwalk
Walter W. Miller Dies at 73 in Essex Junction
Walter W. Miller aged 73 died after a long illness at Tharalay the home of his sister Mrs. Charles K. Drury. Born in Fairfax he moved to Colchester about 35 years ago and then to the village six years ago. He was the eldest of four children of Daniel Miller and Myre Drary, who survives only his sister. The funeral will be at the Drury home Sunday at ten, with burial in Fairfax.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Essex Junction
Walter W. Miller
Tharalay
Charles K. Drury
Mr. Miller
Fairfax
Colchester
Daniel Miller
Myre
Drary
Mrs. Drary
Pairfax
Stolen Rig Report From Winooski Dragged Into Car Chase
Winooski report states Fred Labounty’s rig was stolen near a fort road resort around 1 am. The vehicle was later found damaged, driven by a man named Perly into an automobile owned by J. D. Venderhoof of Burlington. The car from Waterville carried Dr. P. S. McSweeney en route for an operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winooski
Fred Labounty
Fort
Ite
United States Revolver Team Wins Camp Perry Event
In Camp Perry on September 1, the U S revolver team led with a score of 2,190. Argentina Republic finished second with 2,006 points and Peru placed third with 1,007 points.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Argentine Republic
Peru
Camp Perry
United States
Jerome Stays in Vermont Amid Thaw Deportation Uncertainty
Norton Mills Sept 6 William Travers Jerome likely will not appear at Coaticook Quebec today to answer gambling charges after arrest yesterday He remains in town unsure whether to depart this afternoon Jerome crossed the Canadian line into Vermont hoping Thaw would be deported immediately and was disappointed to learn Thaw must appear in Montreal on Sept 15
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Norton Mills
William Travers Jerome
Coaticook
P. Q
Jerome
Canallan
Vermont
Thaw
Montreal
Thaw Is Pleased Over Jerome Fix in Montreal Case
Conticwik Quebec Sept 6 Harry K Thaw will be before the King s bench on Sept 15 Montreal for appearance in a deportation appeal while authorities may detain him or send him to Montreal. Writs for Jerome s agents led to a special trail to Coaticook then a bond offer for Thaw s deportation. Crowds cheered as Thaw appeared at the detention room window and a ten day delay followed as legal moves delayed deportation. Jerome s arrest stemmed from gambling allegations amid a public stir showing strong pro Thaw sentiment but police noted the case framed by public opinion. Jerome left town as Thaw faced further writ actions and a deportation order detailing entry violations and failure to report entry to immigration authorities.
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Conticwik
Que
Harry Ky ‘Thaw
King's Bench
Montreal
Sherebrooke
Wounen
N. K. Laflamine
Coabiconk
Bond
Nuw
Dominion
Thaw
Coatiqook
Montres
Fon Appiial
Wil- Natt Travers Jerome
Jerome
Conneil
John Bentrean
Sherbrooke
Boudrean
A. A. Hopkins
Pene
Hanson
Carole
Deportation Order for Harry K Thaw Under Immigration Act
The sail Harry K Thaw comes within the prohibited classes in section three of the immigration act. It provides that persons insane within five years preceding cannot enter or remain in Canada. Thaw is ordered deported to Vermont whence he came to Canada.
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Harry K. Thaw
Canla
Canada
Vermont
Taft enjoys Vermont golf at Ekwanok Club
Former President William Howard Taft arrived in Manchester and stayed with Robert T. Lincoln at Hildene. He joined a golf match at Ekwanok Country Club where he praised Myopia as the only course comparable to Ekwanok, noting darkness ended play.
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Manchester
William Hi. Taft
Robert T. Lincoln
Hildene
Mr. Tait
Mr. Lincoln
Ekwanok
Tait
Myopia
Ekwatok
Rutland Fair Closes After Week of Perfect Weather
Rutland county fair ended its first week with ideal weather and large crowds. An afternoon crowd of around 19,000 attended daily events, spotlighting the free-for-all horse race with seven starters. Tilly Patten of Medford, Massachusetts captured the seven-heat event, clocking strong times amid a lively program that included Monarchist Lady and Better One among notable entrants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rutland
Sept
Rutland County
Tilly Patten
Medford
Masa
Racing Disappointing at Franklin County Fair
Franklin county fair adjourned with about 5 000 attendees. Horse racing underwhelmed as only two or three horses from 31 entries managed top finishes. Notable results include Habry Ruth winning 240 Trot or Pace and several other horses such as Jan iy Bird, Black Twister, Alcandine, and Susie M. shown in final standings amid inconsistent performances.
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Sheldon Junction
Franklin County Fair
Habry Ruth
Charles Martelle
Lanty Bird
FB. Lang
Raites Tig
Ik HC
No Grand Circuit Races at Charter Oak Park Halts Card
Showers and a muddy track postponed the final day of grand circuit races at Charter Oak Park Hartford stretching into yesterday. If weather and track conditions do not improve no winner may be declared to complete the program. Hamline Minn reports Union setting a new state record at the Great Western races trotting a mile in 1:55.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartford
Coon
Charter Oak Park
Hamline Minn
Uhion
Funeral for aviator George J. Schmitt held in Rutland
Rutland honors aviator George J. Schmitt killed in a fall from his aircraft at the fair. Stores closed, public funeral at Congregational church after prayers at his parents’ home. Governor Brubord presided, praising Schmitt’s service to science and aviation. Bearers included Dr. F. A. Gebhardt and six schoolmates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rutland
Rutland Yrstor
George J. Schmitt
Wasinens
Congregational Church
Genngo Sehmidt
Sant
Arthur H. Bruford
Thie Ley
Sehmitt
Ae Andvister
F. A. Gebhardt
Wilfred A. Frenier
Newman C. Wade
Wallace E. Remington
Thomas C. Dunn
Arthur H. Eastman
Confession Reported In $120000 Bank Shortage Case
Berkeley California September 6 Professor Baldwin Woods of the University of California states his father M L Woods confessed to a $120000 shortage at the State National Bank of Fort Worth Texas. A warrant was issued for the elder Woods arrest and the son advised the bank he would confront his father in New York to salvage about $70000 in proceeds for partial restitution.
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Berkeley
Cal
Baldwin Woods
Department of Mathematics
University of California
M. L. Woods
Lim
State National Bank
Ort Worth
Texas
Comptroller of Currency
Washington
Woods
Lure
New York
Injured Woman Transported to Montreal After Accident
Mrs J W Ries injured in East Montpelier crash last week, moved by special car to Wandlands near Montreal. She suffered a broken hip, sprained ankle, and other injuries. doctors advised hospital stay, but family pressed for transfer. Accompanied by husband, physician, and nurse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mre
J. W. Ries
East Montpelier
James Veneran
Aol
Damer van Waren
New York
Heaton
Montpelier
Wandlands
Montreal
Central Vermont Railroad
Iles Host
Thand
Mea Rose
Ler ‘Shard
W. Armatrong
Ontario
Charles Mera
Grand ‘Trunk
Raitroas
Montpelier Junction
Nanking Sacked as Protests Roil Part of China
Despatches report Nanking fell to northern forces ending a rebellion flare as nearby provinces grow quiet. Looters targeted the American consulate and mission properties with attempts to enter the gates, while a missionary gate refused entry. An American couple aided resistance, preventing further violence. Parliament considers a constitutional reform bill as cabinet resignations surface.
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Pekin
Nanking
Alvin W. Gilbert
Ihor Tosband
Susy Rectoanal
Alfred V. Gray
J. M. B. Gills
Elas
Repubie
Burlington Merchant Dead in Mary Fletcher Hospital
Louis X Premas, a Burlington jeweler and son of Louis Fre may, died at 11 15 PM yesterday at Mary Fletcher hospital after a long illness. He ran the family jewelry business and was a prominent figure in Burlington. He is survived by a wife two daughters Mrs Louise Thebault of Waterbury and Mrs Florence Hamilton of Colchester four sons Albert of Jackson Michigan Civerge Lewi and Charles of Burlington two sisters Mrs Mia H Carpenter of Winooski and Mrs A P Chaver of Burlington and a brother Jeremiah P Freman of Montreal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hurlington
Louis X. Premas
Mary Fletcher Hospital
Burlingeston
Louis Fremay
Sherman
Louise Thebault
Waterbury
Mra
Florence Hamilton
Colchester
Albert
Jackson
Mich
Am Civerge
Lewi
Charles
City
Mia
H. St. Carpenter
Winoosk
A. P. Chaver
Jeremiah P. Freman
Montreal
Barre Woman's club promises premier winter entertainment course
The Barre feature committee announces arrangements nearing completion for a winter entertainment series surpassing past efforts. High talent and greater expenses are involved, but organizers hope Barre residents will support and patronize the venture for a successful season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Club
Barre
Indies
Abbott Surprise Party Honors 25th Wedding Anniversary
Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Abbott of Belmont Avenue were surprised at a party in Howkind hall from 8 to 1 on their twenty fifth wedding anniversary. Barre and Montpelier residents joined to extend congratulations, with speeches, gifts, and a program of music and readings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. P. Abbott
Belmont Avenue
Barre
Montpelier
Mr. Abbott
Focal Mercantile
Frank McWhorter
Richardson Street
Perur
Abbott
J. W. Burnett
Alp
Abbott & Co
Afalon
Herman Hopkins
Pscpeee
Mise Pierre
Simmons Rallrge
Heston
Gladys Brulley
Montpetier
Thomas J. Mercer
Gratanola
Alpheus I Abbott
Marion L. Parker
Conbrega Eel Parsonage
Ticksport
Forsythe
Abett
Bucksport
F. Hovey & Co
Hoston
Karte
Gilly & Abbott
Farmieas
A. P. Abbott & Co
Washington County
Mra. Abbott
Ithoke
Howlin Ball
Trarre
Closed Pleasant Reunion Elects Officers At G A R Hall
The Sixth Vermont volunteers Company G held its annual reunion at the G A R headquarters in city hall with Commander J. Sith re-elected president and James W. Parmenter of Brookfield re-elected secretary. Col. Mead of GALR added to the program with readings and solos. Next reunion set for September 17, 1914 in Waitfield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Sith
RB. Cransdall Ywist
No. Gt
Gi. A
Vt. Volunteers
G. A. Ra
City Hall
James W. Parmenter
Brooknel
B. Mead Chele
Miles
GALR
Waitefield
Jatia, Johnson
Charles Carpenter
Flora Hecke
Khmer Perry
Vida Allen
Fred Beckley
Mra
J. A. Thurston
Grace Ducharme
Ameriene
Thurston
State House Hearing Set On Telephone Rates
Sheriff E. Mann of Windham county began serving an order from the Vermont public service commission to 100 companies, including New England Tel and Vermont Tel, to appear at a Montpelier hearing September 28? 30? The commission seeks max rates for party lines and a 0 to 80 percent toll reduction with adjustments. If approved, changes take effect December 1.
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Brattleboro
Sept
E. Mann
Windham
Guinty
Vermont
Montpelier
Bunees
Public Service Commission
Messrs. Cook and Graham
Veggeets Inclu
New England Tel. & Tel. Co
Vermont Tel. & Tel. Co
Alleged No Funds Check Improper Cashing Case
Hiay Stetson, dairy worker at Cutler earns, arrested by police at headquarters for passing a $10 check from a Harwick bank to a Diverst frit store on North Main. The store manager received counterfeit bills. police connected the suspect to a prior failed deposit. Grand Jury member AL J. Fay ordered investigation. Stetson faced arraignment before Judge H. W. Scott in city court this afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hiay Stetson
Cutler Earnets
Oiglef
Sinclair
Polien
Stetnon
North Main Street
Duane
Have
Stetson
Mon
Hardwick ‘Funk
Diverw Co
Stefanian
Othia Tripe
Umrry
Marre
AL J. Fay
Nus
Elvis
H. W. Scott
Gale in City Court Seeks Supportive Arrangements
Emery L. Gale faced a mot ions charge in city court after his wife Lena Gale sought support. Gale, arraigned before Acting Sergeant, pledged regular payments while a separate search for him at Dog River failed until he turned himself in. He was granted release on own recognizance with weekly payments promised and a future hearing scheduled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emery L. Gale
L Ward Garver
Aoa
Sergent
Lena Gale
Gale
Vermont
Semald
Mra
East Tellel
Sherif A. M. Morrison
Dog River Hair
Jaimes Taylor
Tughes Avenue
George K. Corieom
Fay
Charles
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Brother
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U. S
Board of Inquiry
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Taft
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Haxelwood
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Russell
P H
Eine Patten
Dore
Dhs
Hobie
BMG
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Eee Wondworth
Susie M
Uhlan
Minnesota
George Schmitt
Fort Worth, Texas
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Homme
Burlington
Louis X. Freman
Tigate
Co. G
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State House
Guy Stetson
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