28 Sep 1907
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1907
Page
1
A westbound passenger express collided with a stalled freight one mile from Duncannon Pennsylvania. Nine killed outright and fourteen seriously injured as relay trains and relief crews rush to the scene amid downed wires and storm damage.
A White Star Baltic docked in the North River with about a thousand young women from Ireland and Britain on shore leave. The sea trip is tied to larger schemes of British women seeking new fortunes in America, following earlier trips to Dublin and the promise of better prospects abroad.
Governor Hughes of New York addresses Gettysburg on September 2x at Calp's Hill as veterans and state officials honor Brevet Major General George Sears Greene. The gathering includes members of the New York_MON commission and state legislators while survivors recount the famous night fight.
Commissioners published a vigorous denunciation of the Borton & Alling rail service as mismanaged. They note patron exhaustion at New York Central and Long Island Railroads and call for prompt relief while investigating the system. The document questions the board’s handling and urges action for the traveling public.
Partial OCR notes describe a 24 hour auto race with strong field and big names. References include Celripo and ADDArKe power Vink and the tenth hour 407 ralles. Aimed at the best American drivers, event details are incomplete.
San Francisco reports federal grand jury has six indictments totaling 440 counts against officials of the Southern Pacific and Pacific Mail steamship lines for rate law violations. Names including W. T. Harriman and J. C. Stubbs are implicated as charges arise from shipments from the Orient to Chicago. Investigations by the Interstate Commerce Commission and Washington authorities loom, with secrecy surrounding criminal proceedings.
Joe Gann won a 20 round decision against George Memsic in Los Angeles on September 28. Memsic, once underestimated, slowed in the later rounds while Memsic’s past wins boosted his standing on the Pacific coast. TomieCarey paid $10,100 to the fighters, with $8,000 to the winner.
Louis Gadwah, farm hand, was arrested in Colebrook New Hampshire after the murder of David Laughlin, a Columbia farmer. Authorities report a woman’s name was involved and a quarrel may have preceded the fatal blow to Laughlin’s head. The missing carriage and horse were not found. Gadwah denies involvement while evidence centers on a mowing machine fragment connected to the wound.
Chicago reports Harahan and Morahan with proxies for a majority of Harriman and Fish stockholders. A.J. Mookstail confirms control but refuses to reveal exact figures. The annual meeting is expected to force a boardroom battle with likely removal of a director.
Fragmentary report notes a Department 2A commission considering a pension and the impact of American immigration restrictions. The text suggests authorities respond to emigration patterns and possible adjustments, with emphasis on compliance and return conditions.
Representatives from the state independence leagues and allies decided to form a national organization. The group aims to align with Republican and Democratic parties, which promoters say are dominated by corporate interests and not representative of the people.
Montreal reports Indian born writer Kipling arriving in Quebec aboard the Himpress of Ireland. He stayed at the Plane Viger Hotel and was expected to meet contacts by day’s end. He left the steamer at Rimouski and likely heads toward Montreal for further engagements.
Rutland officers faced a breach of law case as a rookie officer failed to learn state statutes. The officer serves 48 days in Windham county jail after a trip to Newfane, while a companion receives over three months for related offenses.
Robert Church returns to Dartmouth this week. J Bh Newelty of Winsted and Cana visits for a few days. Mrs Beech of Burlington boards her van. An inspector appoints Mrs Anna Beech and others as town liaison as social events occur and local groups meet.
St Johnsbury reports the resignation of Hon. Kenry Bates, judge in the ninth judicial district of the Philippines. Bates, elected in spring 1901, cited his wife’s ill health and plans to spend winters in California, avoiding Vermont winters. He was regarded as a leading local lawyer with strong community support.
The prosecution asserts a 1908 contract between ex Governor Frank Steunenberg and Walter Bweet tied to a Hart valley land scheme. Albert Palmer allegedly introduced Steunenberg to the project, with notes and a $47,400 joint obligation. Defense fights to shield Steunenberg while District Attorney Nick explains investigation steps before a special grand jury.
Washington reports Senator Cullom says Joe Cannon will be nominated if President Roosevelt stands aside. Cullom notes he has not spoken with Cannon this summer but believes Cannon’s selection would depend on terms with other candidates and party unity.
The War Department received a cable from Governor Macon in Havana describing strikes by workers at a chief engineer unit. Strikers claim labor conditions and delay have led to work stoppages while demanding better hours and monthly pay on the fifth day.
Fragmentary text lists locations such as Springfield and Chester and names individuals like John Story and Wm. W. Hiresell as participants. The note references a Vermont great council and a meeting to be held in Barre next week with an unclear date and purpose.
A Barre Times clipping reports a Montpelier Journal excerpt as the Universalist convention in Barre favored returning to state prohibition. The secretary Alvin M. Stith confirms resolutions unanimous adoption, urging accuracy and fairness in press reporting and opposing misrepresentation of the convention’s stance.
Montpetit Sept 28 Milkmen fear new city ordinance requiring dairy cows to be tuberculin tested and given a clean health bill to obtain selling permits. City council set an upcoming vote to approve the measure amid concerns over costs and enforcement.
White River sanction on September 2 opens entries for the state fair. Between one hundred and seven hundred cattle entered and ventiles met at the fair grounds. About 106 Morgan horses have been entered along with over 100 Botting breeders and about 150 other horses and creatures. One of the grand attractions promises the fair’s largest attendance ever in northern New England, over 100 percent above prior years.
Fire swept a barn and outbuildings on a Morris county farm on Thursday causing the loss of equipment and farming tools. Firefighters battled the blaze but the cause remains under investigation and insurance will cover the damage.
Fragmentary OCR shows a bail ruling involving Donalasei Gots and associates. The text references Antonin Tonalazzi, Kellan Nortifiehl, and Jey celling, with mentions of a hotel in New York and locations including Eaton, Manchester, and Haverhill.
A correspondent challenges Mr McCarthy to ensure households buy union labeled groceries and provisions. The letter accuses Barre stores of selling nonunion products and urges McCarthy to inspect union shop practices and replace nonunion items with union made goods.
Eastor Times- Permitra reports on Main street work aiming to improve the thoroughfare while noting the surface is not permanent. Officials debate stone paving versus metal and dust layers, suggesting a future underbed foundation before further changes.
A collage of brief notes from Barre social life includes visits in New York Woods Ville and Graniteville, weddings and wedding trips, theater listings at Pavilion, fruit store ads, and local club and church notices. It mentions multiple residents and towns, plus upcoming meetings and events.
Goddard seminary manager K P Abbott lays out an eight game season schedule for the football team with two open dates to fill. The list includes Montpelier seminary Montpelier high school St Johnsbury Rockland Military Academy and other rivals with games in Barre Montpelier and Lebanon. Abbott hopes to schedule two additional school games to complete the slate.
The Montpelier High School football team defeated the visiting opponent by a large margin on the school grounds yesterday afternoon. Currier led the offense with two touchdowns while Simonds and Simons contributed, and the team secured a decisive win as described by the sparse game notes and official Umpire Thomas.
Last evening a reception at the Universalist church welcomed city school teachers and Goddard Seminary students. Hosts were the church ladies with introductions by Miss Jeanette Williams, Miss Blanche Bradford, Mike Carrie Wheelock, Str, Mrs. Frank Jackson, J. Ward Carver, Ww, Laird, and Frank Burgess. Autumn leaves decor created a warm scene with refreshments of cake and sherbet served after.
Report notes a man identified as Muray or Veneteaville faced a city court ruling this morning for nonpayment of a fine. He was jailed for defaulter status after an arrest by Officer KA Enttgy of Montpalier Festal and later reidentified by Sheriff Tracy and Lois King.
An orchestra led by Bruce Has, with Réwin Hruve, plans concerts across Europe and beyond. It features nine vast performances and upcoming string quartets for church programs and formal events. The Wonderland Moving Nature show runs this week featuring a piece titled The Story of the South Before the.
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