Three Dead in Explosion at Bronx Oil Tank
In Unionport on Protectory avenue a 20000 gallon oil tank used for dust suppression at the Morris Park automobile track exploded. Two men were killed and a third is missing and likely dead. three others were badly burned. The lantern carried by a sprinkling cart man starts the fire.
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New York
Bronx Gas and Electricity
Protectory Avenue
Unionport
Morris Park
James Cooper
Richard Smith
James Reilly
Cooper
Smith
Riley
Terrible floods in Spain devastate Andalusia and towns
Unprecedented floods in Spain's Andalusia region collapse riverbanks along the Guadal Medina three miles wide. Villages such as Ma taga Velez de Benamargoza Colemar suffer deaths and hundreds displaced as rail links fail and authorities appeal for aid to prevent disease from decaying carcasses and other animals.
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Madrid
Alusia
Guadal Medina
Andalisa
Ma- Taga
Velez de Benamargoza
Autine
Colemar
College Rush Injuries Reported After Campus Scrimmage
Sept 27 at Cornell during a fierce underclass rush several students were injured. Local infirmary reports many bruised and fourteen seriously hurt after the mobbed melee, with treatment ongoing and names not fully released.
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Cornell
Wu Ting Fang May Be Barred From U S Entry
Washington dispatch reports Wu Ting Fang may not be granted a passage to the United States amid hints he used influence with Prince Ching to secure the post. State Department advices within the past day indicate Prince Ching’s absence at meetings reflects his weakness and possible manipulation by Wu through Sir Chentung Cheng, the retiring minister in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
D. C
Wu Ting Fang
China
United States
Prines Ching
Tost
Prince Ching
Chentung ‘Cheng
Montpelier church groups plan winter Sunday league
Representatives from Hovel Methodist and Baptist churches met at the YMCA to form rules for a Sunday school basketball league to begin in December with one game weekly. A Vermont express to Charlestown navy yard is featured, while a small town court case ends with a $12.20 fine for an offense of interention.
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Methodist Inc. Baptist
Y. M
Allnanoe
Vermont
Charlestown Navy Yard
Bern
A Treasury
Atale House
Chanitevil
Will Bring Own Men For Key Positions
The town clerk announces a new appointment plan for sewer and water department staffing. Supervisor Tayrence, recently reviewed as capable, will be replaced in part by a candidate who will fill posts left open by current workers.
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Tyerence
ELOUS ARRAIGNED IN $3080 CITY LARCENY CASE
Maurice H E Klaus of the W K Niver Coal Co was arraigned in Boston municipal court on a $3080 larceny charge connected with coal contracts. He waived reading of the complaint and was allowed to await Oct 4 with bail set at $20,000. He remained in the courthouse.
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Boston
Maurice HE. Kious
W. K. Niver Col Company
Providence
Boston Herald
Arrestees tied to Cuban conspiracy against U S rule
Havana reports say Gen Janso Tra was arrested and soon after Gen Juan Ducasse and Gen Laramirez were taken into custody on charges of conspiring against public order. Parra allegedly led the rebellion plan funded through Broadway links. Santo Domingans sighted in port as investigation expands to other figures in eastern Cuba. General Jimenez, ex-president of San Domingo, was recently in San Ti ng de Cuba. connection not yet determined.
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Havana
Nice
Janso Tra
Juan Ducasse
Laramirez
Parra
Cuba
Broadway
Jimenez
San Domingo
Santing de Cuba
Bribed A Juror In Ohio Oil Trial
L B Wil Hameon was arraigned on an indictment for attempting to bribe juror Chase Thompson in the Ohio Standard Oil case. The jury had voted eight to four against conviction. Hameon allegedly offered Mrs Thompson $600 to 1900 depending on a hung jury. In Mansfield snow fell for the season’s first time at the Summit House.
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Stowe
Mt. Mansfield
House
Worcester
Locomotives Meet Head On Near Brattleboro
A head on collision between two Boston & Maine passenger trains on the Central Vermont line near Brattleboro Vermont injures no passengers and damages two locomotives. An error in train orders delayed a northbound engine from waiting for the Brattleboro express, causing the crash amid a Valley fair crowd. The southbound engineer jumped to safety. no serious injuries reported.
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Brattleboro
Boston & Maine
Vermont
Bratt
Saute Vernon
Griffin
Bnt
A. TH. Munter
Springfield
Connecticut River
Thirteen Drowned As Ferry Sinks On Tambighee River
Sept 27 report from Jaekwon Alabama states a ferry boat on the Tuwhighse river at Mofratt Shoals near Jaekwon capsized. one white boy and thirteen negro men drowned, amid warnings that the current and treacherous channel jeopardize river navigation.
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Baril
Imat
Teers
Dr. Webb
Shelurne Farm
Joey Len
Gba
Alphonse
Roverninbint
Mofratt'y Shoals
Jaekwon
Ale
Rising River Disaster Strikes Pu Kuebipami Japan
A flood event in Pu Kuebipami, Japan, caused heavy loss of life as the river rose rapidly. Government and aid agencies scramble to count casualties and assist survivors. The disaster underscores vulnerability of riverside communities to sudden floods.
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Oton-ashigawa
Japan
Qun Boat Runs Down Schooner Off Cape Cod
A U S gunboat Prairie engaged a fishing schooner in the Cape Cod area. The schooner was raked from amidships to stern as masts collapsed. Prairie towed the damaged vessel toward port. no crew injuries reported.
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Thorton, i
Thakeruven Navy Yard
U. S
Prairie
Vlora & Nickerson
Cape Cod
Atem
Voliva abandons Zion City as follower base shifts
Chicago dispatch reports Wilbur Glenn Voliva announcing he is giving up Zion City and dispersing his followers. He claims a change of heart about merit claims and notes relocation in New Mexico, where he seeks new property and a colony. The statement signals a major retreat from his Zion City leadership and ongoing relocation plans.
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Chicago
Glenn
Valiva
Soca
Zhu City
New Mexico
Nore Salaty
Penny Ndiley Witwou
Zion City
Moffet summoned to substantiate statements before grand jury
Jamon A. Moffet, president of Standard OF1 company, appeared before the federal grand jury Tuesday to substantiate claims that other shippers have been found not guilty and that Standard CH) company faced charges of accepting relates. The Chicago proceeding, dated September 27, centers on testimony regarding past actions by the firm and its associates.
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Grand Jury
Chicago
Jamon A. Moffet
Standard of1
Apear
Fede! Grand Jury
Tuesday Post
Standart CH
Agree On Oil Bond Amid Turbulent Market
The government, led by William Rockefeller and John D. Archibald, agreed on oil bonds totaling 80 million. Bonds were deposited by Judge Grospeup as standstill arrangements emerged at Tadlina.
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Rockefeller and
Archibald
Williama — Rockefeller
Johar D. Archibald
Roosevelt to receive strike statements amid labor talks
In Washington President Roosevelt planned to review statements from striking operators and, if satisfied, would call a labor commission to aid discussions. No conference was arranged yet. In other news President Taft meets students at the start of the 16th year of a college, defending athletics and urging elimination of baseball cas and literal logia. A religious liberal congress discusses honors for John Calvin and a monument for Michael Serwe.
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Roosevelt
Sanower
N. Hy Sept
Lartmeath
William J Treker
Tam Relyan & Lorne
John Galvin
Uostearing International
Tvncker
Congress of
Van
Americen Criticas
Citheanalitp
Michael Serwetun
Calvin
Valley Fair Great Success at Three Days Meeting
Brattleboro crowds exceed thirty thousand as Valley Fair closes after three days. Weather affected racing, but Major Bo and Newport Farm entries appear strong in the Purse 500 event and related trots.
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Brattleborn
Fletcher
D. Proctor
Vermont
Wanstead
Newport Farm
Chickie
Dean
B. m
Marian P
Marian
Whitcomb Bros
Newport Stock
Alcantena
Woodetock Harness Races Close With Fast Times
Crowd gathers for final day of fairs at Woodetock Sept 27 as 223 race heats run. Dories start, crowds linger until 6 pm. Three sulkies knocked out early. Keemond wins 3 comp with 2:21, 2:20, 2:23. Pointer and Dolly F. top purse in 2:54s. Best time 2:27% in 2:40 class.
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Woodetock
Fae
Yents
Bat Rates
al Tn
Sien Keemond
Russell Grafton
Thma
Vic Pointer
Dolly F B.spond
Ethel
Brat
Ahe
Swanton Carpenter Killed In Shed Collapse
A Swanton carpenter named Josuply Robican, about 65, died when a shed collapsed. He left four wives and four children. Police report indicates instant fatal injuries including a broken neck.
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Swanton
Josuply Robican
Carpenter
Tombstone for Governor Robtmabn Epitaph to be Recreated
A Bennington cemetery plans a new tombstone for Governor Moses Robinson in the old graveyard. The project would recreate the exact epitaph and inscriptions from the original stone. Descendants of Gov Rob in are invited to consider permanent authorization, with the plan to present to town selectmen once arranged.
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Bennington
Nile
Moos Robinson
Permbvebon
Gow Hobincon
Post Office Robbed Near Aletoad and Village Treasuries Looted
A night-time robbery at Aletoad area post office and adjacent shop led burglars to steal cash and stamps. Crooks forced entry by cutting a round hole through a plate glass window at J He Dickey’s store. an overnight postal money drawer was disturbed. Local authorities report slight details but no arrests yet.
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Aletens
N. I
J. He Dickey
Mr. Dichey
Lucania Reaches Queenstown
The Cunard steamship Lavitanie arrives at Queenstown after an Atlantic crossing disrupted by fog and delays. Crew and passengers report the voyage extended by several hours, with limited details available on the cause.
Snowbound Mt Washington Stretches Roads To Standstill
An extensive winter storm besieged Mt Washington causing two feet of snow and total traffic paralysis. Reports describe blocked routes, drifting drifts, and urgent efforts to clear main arteries as residents brace for continued snarls while authorities assess the fallout from the heavy snowfall.
Fire destroys Lagare blacksmith shop and barn in Groton
The Lagare property in Groton burned overnight with the blacksmith shop and barn destroyed. A cow, stallion, wagons, sleighs, harness, and all contents were lost, with damages about $1,000 above insured value. Lagare was away in Canada. Mrs Wend reported the blaze. The fire appears to have started in both barn and shop simultaneously.
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Canada
Groton
Strep
Auriel Lagare
Linnie
Lagarels
Llacksmith
Paris
Lagare
Ligare
Montpelier County Court Hears Dr Warren Testimony
In Montpelier Washington county court on September 27 nearly all the day was spent examining Dr M D Warren of Gabot as a witness for the plaintiff in the court action of Delbert Law-Dre Ball and Crane. The session included various witnesses and proceedings with decisions reserved by the court.
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Ball
Mintle
Ha Parlie
Tedford
Mars
Jersalf
Vicnr
Mie
Nellle Beble
Court Holds Case Open Over Low Pay Theft
A court kept the case open after admitting larceny of goods worth scant sums, involving Fred Peltzer and others under 20. The youths, earning about 97 dollars weekly but spending most on living, were linked to stealing paper, stamps, printing fees, and card company items. The incident highlights minimal wages and potential motives for the theft.
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Fred Peltzer
Chro Btern
Arene
Sigas Frais
Uh Card Company
Hove
Ae F. P
Abely
Wataghan's gear and many town visits noted in Talk of the Town
A sprawling column lists residents and visitors across Wataghan, Worcester, Plainfield, Northfield, and nearby towns. It mentions Mrs J B Pentey, Edward Knowlton moving, Miss Annie Brows return from Sugar Hill, and local performances and dances. Several clubs hold meetings, while City residents travel to Atlanta, Boston, and Eastham, with social events, theatre tickets, and upcoming football games noted.
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Wataghan's
A. Brown
Waterloo
Henry P. Baldwin
Worcester
Peter Potter
Barrows
Central Street
Edward Keowlton
North Main Street
Keith Avenue
Jazmee
Meade el
Ole
Ellen Parks
Plainfield
Daniel McDonald
Moose Jaw
Abram Manin
Retira
Eastham
Mass
George S. Med
Tio' Smumber
Glenugie Club
Faventers
Annie Brows
Sugar Hill
N. H
Sweet Kitty
Joseph Bogue
Will P
Onderland Ms
Vincillo Club
A. Scampint
William K. Mackay
Atlanta
Georgia
Southern College of Dentistry
John T. Comiick
Northfield
Brookline
Mase
Martin Nastorm
Swan Peterson l
Redstone
I N
M. W
A. Hall
Saturlday
Gilbertson
Admiraton
Irving Whitehead
Allen Farm
A. Eastman
New Brunswick
J. & H. Maxwell
Maxwell
Eben Pratt Parker
Astoria, Ore
Catherine Parker Fish
Ieconsin
A. G. Wapaing
Delegates to American Mining Congress Endorsed
Proctor Sept 21 reports Governor Fletcher Proctor endorses delegates to the American Mining Congress in Joplin Missouri. The meeting runs November 12 to 16 with nominees Tyson of Strafford Perkins of Burlington and Corey of Mont among the named delegates and others listed.
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Congrena
Proctor
Giovernor Fletchert
D. Proctor
Che Oricon
Jopile
Mlesouri
Dames W. Tyson
Strafford
Nas Perkins
Burelington
Tuoray
Roberts
Poultney
Mot
M Dones
Fal Corey
Mont. i A
T. Bi
McNulty Couple Surprised At Friends Anniversary
Alderman and Mrs. P EB McNulty attended a Knights of Columbus hall event believing it was for friends. There they learned they were the recipients of gifts including a china closet and sideboard, a cut glass fruit bowl, and white roses after Mr McNulty signed a note to contribute to a present.
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P. EB. McNulty Werne
P. D. McK
Mefenna
Jola
Walker Willen
Thurston
James Maskay
Gilbert
Eres Coppsat
Nearay
Jackson Worton Couple Wed in Barre Parsonage
W Grant Jackson of Topsham and Etta M Norton of Orange were married by Rev. BE Thayer at the Barre parsonage on Thursday afternoon September 26. The bride formerly resided in Barre. The couple plan to live in West Topsham.
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W. Grant Jackson
Topsham
Mies Etta M. Norton
Orange
BE. O. Thayer
Barre
Barte
Mr. Jackson
Weat Topsham
Lawson Eastman and Margaret Eastman wed at home ceremony
James M. Lawton of Websterville and Miss Margaret Eastman of Barte were united in marriage at 2180 o'clock in the afternoon by Rev W O MacIntyre at his 48 Ferry Street residence. The couple will reside in Websterville.
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Lawson—Eastman
James M. Lawton
Webstervitle
Margaret Eastman
Barte
W. 0. Maccintyre
Ferey Street
Lawson Will Vonkde
Websterville
Funeral for Dr Braley Held at Elmwood Cemetery
The funeral of Dr Braley was held yesterday at 2 PM on Merth Matte street with many relatives and friends. Attendees included Masonic members from No. 15 P. and A. My and other officers who stood outside during the service. Clergyman Taw officiated with a burial rite by the worshipful master John Tlin. floral tributes came from local organizations and friends. Interment followed in Elmwood cemetery.
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Floyd McCue
Morith
Mand
Westboro
Mass
Elmwood Cemetery
F. A. Pagle
Wo Braley
Merth Matte
St. Aldemar Comemandery
K. T
Ad Granite
A. My
Jaen l
Foulon
Dra
Reid
Camp
Chamister
Whitaker
Jackson
Appeal to union men over Larkin Soap strike
A document from the Larkin Soap Company in Buffalo New York declares a strike threat and calls union workers to oppose nonunion labor. It urges Barre workers to fight against nonunion practices and supports United States recognition of union standards.
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Larkin
Buffalo
N.Y
Boon
Vnion
United States
Barre
Walens
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Jay H. Lawrence
Elous
Boston Coal
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Mount Mansfield
Vernons
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Shelburne Parma
Tambighee
Igewa
Pukuebipami
Flore S, Nickerson Raley
Stem
Stern
Voliva
Moffet
John Calvin
Valley Fair
Dred
Vay
Windsor County
Swanton Yester-day
Moses Rob
Aletoad
Buriars
Lucania
Queenstown
Queatown
Cunardie Lavitanie
Joseph E. Ranger
Pittatled
Thaw
Mt. Washington
Tautton Woods
Mit
Ruetam
Ufwimrinps
Ara Sports
Mt. Washington Tran
Del
Pitt
Westerday
Hirer
Putveteld
Heineken Spas
Eni Engraporte
Aiden
Tutland County
Cou
Talk OF
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TOWN
Foe Abbott
Amiétes
Charlee
Brows
Beaton
Tony Charles
John ‘Thorprom
Graniteville
TM. Parker
Grand Army
Opera House
Universalist Church
Goddard Seminary
Bert Howieson
Wardwick
KR. E. Leon
Bethel
George Miller
Waterbury
National Quarry Workers Union
Hooka
Seretary
PF. McCarthy
Marre
Links
Howe
Elf House
Alderman
Jackson— Worton
Vermont Mur Anuociations
Court House
DR. Braley
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