WATCH WIDOW TO GET RICE SCHEME AIDE HE ESCAPED DURING RAID
New York reporters detail a sensational raid on a firm linked to mining schemes and a $5,000,000 illicit fund. Several men including George Ries and ex convict H. Schofteo & Coy figures were arrested or sought, with warrants issued for six gunmen and bonds set for several defendants. Federal grand jury action expected before Oct. 6 as investigations continue.
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New York
Jacob Moerzig
George Ries
H. Schoftele & Coy
Miniig
Rica
Elizabet Lafell
Contral Park West
Rivne
Scheftela
Charles V. Belsur
Sullivan
Clarence McCormick
John Delaney
Willings I. Savage
Charles HH
Charles S. Hiertig
Bret
Etion
W. Sheltie & Co
Mae Abc
Bod BP i
Oltering
Eearpa
Graft Case Details Lead to Rail and Stock Schemes
Testimony in a municipal graft trial centers on alleged schemes between the Minols Central Railroad, the Ow Manufacturing company, and stockholders. Witnesses describe checks concealed in private accounts and endorsements tied to Frank B. Harrimann, with phrases alleging improprieties by railroad officers and company leaders.
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Cikap
Goodrich
Ostermann
Fame
Frank B. Harrimann
Aakea
Uim
Think Company
Cpec
Ivate
Niles
Fire in a New York skyscraper shocks Broadway offices
Sept 10 New York firemen battled dense smoke from a blazing Broadway skyscraper. The blaze started in Singer Building offices with elevator trouble hindering firefighting. Damage estimate and precise cause remain unclear in partial notices.
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New York
Finemen Yes
Lght& Fire
Singer
Broadway
Insanity Defense in Murder Trial in Pennytown
Frank Smith stands trial in Pennytown Pa for murdering his father in law. Jury selection and insanity pleas mark the proceedings as witnesses describe mental health questions. The defendant was remanded to a hospital pending verdict, with prosecutors seeking confinement if found guilty.
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Frank Smith
Peniontown
Frank
Penrith
Cass
R Eanes
Pubtereen
T de Priseser
Three Months in Jail for Receiving Stolen Rugs Turned Whiskey
In Burlington a man and two others were accused of receiving stolen rugs that were later converted into whiskey. Frank Sordi, city court official, described the alleged events. One defendant claimed the rug theft involved $400 and a plan to frame Mrs. Cull. The trio reportedly walked to the car barns on North Winona before Zebbie left to fetch whiskey.
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Burlington
Cull
Frank Sordiin
Sordi
Call House
Bale
Jim
Sarah
Male
Winona Oefore
Zebbie
Army Game Cancelled at West Point Over Cadet Punishment
West Point suspends football events and confines cadets to barracks due to disciplinary measures involving Om Longan. First class cadets have appeared before the board while second and third classes are being called. Evening parade was restored after football practice, and cadets face moves to keep them busy amid academic duties and supper formation.
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West Point
Longan
Four rescued in Boston fire at Back Bay apartment block
Four people including three women and a man escaped a fire at an Oxford Street area apartment in Back Bay Boston when flames swept the building. Firemen contained the blaze with minor injuries reported and damages estimated at about 15,000 dollars.
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Boston
Back Bay
Oxford Acres
Ceadnes Lowe
Death Ends Suffering of Mrs McGrath in Brooklin
Mrs Cath McGrath aged 78 died at her daughter Mrs Robert Huggon’s home after a long illness and the death of a daughter last spring. She locked herself in a room on Oct 16, then leaped from a window when forced open, sustaining fatal injuries. Born in Montreal, she lived in Brooklin about years and leaves three daughters Mrs Huggan Mary MeGrath and Fred Howard and one son Patrick McGrath.
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Cath
Robert Huggon
Melrath
Fenrth
James Kane
Denth
Meffrath
Brooklin Atvmatais
Montreal
Huggan
Mian
Mary MeGrath
City
Fred Howard
Easthampton
Patrick McGrath
Ontario
Harvard Opens 275th Year With Freshmen Under New System
Danbridge Massachusetts September 30 The long-awaited return of Harvard students marks the 275th year with a new regime. Freshmen face restricted electives and stricter oversight by seniors and faculty as they begin their college careers under President Lowell.
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Danbridge
Mass
Harvard University
Comaldone
Ee Femen
Jeulara
Lowell
Biplane Flight Upsets Rochester Fair Crowd
At Rochester New Hampshire a Wright biplane flown by Archie Hoxey skimmed about 900 yards over a crowd of 80 000 then landed amid a scrambling group. No one was seriously hurt though a woman fell during the sudden stop and a bystander was struck by debris.
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Rochester
N. H
Archie Hoxey
Ill Health Causes Death By Own Action At Home
A man in Bept district, Norton Ramedell, 90, reportedly took his own life at his Calen trout residence by slashing his throat with a razor. The body was found yesterday, with health struggles cited as the motive. No other deaths were recorded in the incident.
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Bept
Nadtin Norton Ramedell
Bridgewater
Earnel
Democrats At Rochester Convent Endorse Tariff Debate
The Rochester state convention settled on tariff and high cost of living as Republican attack points. Names like Parker Shepard and Glynn were discussed as candidates while Hearst loomed as a factor. Roosevelt supporters and union of Democrats sought a strong runner to face Henry J. Stimson.
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Rochester
Parker
KM. Shepard
Glynn
Gaynor Way
Norman B. Mack
National
Dexocentic
Adroleston
Charlee
Ian
Willian
James S. Flavin
Edward M. Shepard
Senator La Follette Critically Ill in Wisconsin Sanitarium
Rochester dispatch reports Senator Robert M. La Follette of Wisconsin in critical condition at Mekler Sanitarium. The illness was described as serious with doctors’ statements indicating a grave prognosis as of this afternoon.
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Senator LA Follette
Wisconsin
Rochester
Ming
Robert SL la Follette
Mekler Sanitarium
Vermont Electrical noviation barbecue crowning feature
The Vermon t Electrical noviation held its annual meeting at Lake Dunmore, selecting that spot for the crowning feature of the convention. Electricians enjoyed beef and lamb under Mr Mengalumpo’s tower, directed by Ferma CA G Jackson of Mount Ida, with a vivid pageant and entertainment.
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Thendon
Vermont Electrical Noviation
Theenevess
Lake Dun
Ingersoll Gets Respite In Embezzlement Case
Former county treasurer aged 73 faced four charges of embezzling bank funds. Trial postponed after physicians said he cannot endure more than one day in court. Alleged thefts occurred on August 12 with two disputed withdrawals and suspected self harm by morphine and razor.
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Fast Ac Ees & Ih
Fee County Bavings
Widdieford
Hobbe
Ingersoll
Aly
Atj
Roosevelt Optimistic After New York Convention
Theodore Roosevelt returned from New York politics with trophies won against the old guard. He spoke of Africa recovered trophies and promised more after Saratoga, noting corruption must not be tolerated. He planned to aid the Republican state committee and outlined a campaign strategy with Nassau county leaders and delegates.
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Oyster Bay
N. Y
Theodory
Roosevelt
Republican Old Guard of
New York
Troy
Saretoga
Africa
Saratoga
Sagamore Hill
Corey Ee
Sara
Republican State Committee
Lenat Ne Mart
Sr T
Imph
New York State
Ory Ives
See
Tm Code of
Nassau County
No Fear at Boston as Ships From Italy Face Observation
Boston health officials plan five day medical observation for passengers from southern Italian ports arriving in Boston amid cholera concerns. Dr Samuel reports preparations are in place to hold embarking travelers for five days, while White Star Line notes no expected changes to regular sailings and believes precautions are sufficient.
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Boston
Etd
Samuel
Cn Aes
Boston Board of Health
Vest
Tyederink
White Star
Mediterranean
Closing Day of Fair Draws Large Crowds and Notable Races
The 23rd annual Oat Valley fair closed with strong attendance and lively events. Agricultural contests highlighted top animals including George B. Ron's Jersey cow Beauty VI which won premium and produced 38.0 pounds milk in 24 hours, testing 6.08. Racing featured Purse $900 short order mules and multiple trot and pace events with entries such as Captain Logan and Vin Mac.
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George BT
Ron
Shelume, Mane
Ine Behmitt
Rutland
Ee i
Artemy
Racing At South Wallingford Delivers Fast Heats In Fall Meet
Rutland reports racing at South Wallingford yielded several fast heats yesterday afternoon. In the 2:40 class, won by Dick Allen, five heats were decided with Skyrocket and Non Patterson tying in the fourth heat. The free-for-all went straight heats but was hotly contested, featuring multiple riders and horses including Babe and Dandy.
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Rutland
South Wallingford
Wanderes
Non Patterson
Lewis
Bently
Chet
Casey
Dick Allen
Dandy
Ives to Protest New England Rail Tariff 48 Hour Rule
Interstate Commerce Commission will hold a hearing in Boston around October 10. D C Ives of the Boston chamber of commerce and other shipping interests protest new rail tariffs aiming to enforce an 48 hour free unloading line limit for cars in New England.
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Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Boston
D. C
Ives
Boston Chamber of
Cam Aorop
New England
Plainfield Social and Local Notices Mixed With Town Happenings
Residents Mrs 1D K Lucas and Mrs J B Pio hosted friends in Plainfield while Nelle Reed found work at Blaer Burnham and returned with her daughter to her father D Tibbitts home. Alice Packer Fisher travels to Low ell Massachusetts for ten days and plans Pasadena California visits. Fisher, a town native with many friends, remains active in local events and industry chatter.
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K. Lucas
J. B. Pio
Plainfield
Nelle Reed
Blaer Burnham
Litte Dauiter
D . ‘Tibbitts
Alice Packer Fisher
Lowell
Mass
Pasadena
Cal
Fisher
Peery
Marshfield
J. Ae
J. H. Ide
Bit
Fall Killed Frank Stacy At Keene Mines Worker Dies From Shock
Frank Stacy, a 22 year old miner from Vermont, was fatally injured yesterday morning in Keene while working as a lineman at a gas works. An electric shock caused a fractured skull and multiple broken ribs. He resided in several Vermont towns and is survived by a sister and two brothers. He had been employed in Keene when the accident occurred.
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WE Ik
Beer Agol
As & Finemat
Tower Serie
Canerd
Vermont
Keene Gas
Abeteo
Deto
Vermon t fire insurers meet at Waterbury Inn
The fourth annual meeting and banquet of the Vermont fraction of focal fire insurance agents will be held at the Waterbury Inn on Thursday October 13. A luncheon program includes election of officers, with remarks by governor-elect A Mead of Rotingd secretary of state W Bailey and ex deputy in sursnen committer of Masuchutts Charles M Fletcher as guests.
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W.bury Inn
Waterbury
Waterbury | Inn
Bashiers
Topérta Opera
Uhm A.| Mead
Rotingd
W. Bailey
Charles M. Fletcher
Insursnen
Masuchutts
Homer
Frank Lock
Atlas
Speechus
Bail
Wedding in Burlington Tells of Parker Nuptials
Agnes Parker married William J. Parker of Shelburne in Burlington. The ceremony featured T Whitmarsh as best man and a reception with silver, glass, and flowers. After the ceremony the couple left for a tour and will reside in Worcester.
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Manche Agnes Parker
William J. Parker
Shelburne
Aline
Ges
Hartford
Mrs. Wills
Worcester
Wedding Ceremony Marks Hough Family Union
A wedding occurred at the residence of Mrs A Hough on Gates Street, uniting Mary Frances Hough and Frank, with Rev. R N of Trostoreville officiating. The groom’s father, Mr Elizabeth, departed on an extended trip to White Mountain.
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White Road
Reidesen
A. Hough
Gates Street
Youtering
Mary Frances Hough
Rev
Trostoreville
Elizabeth Eeeee
Two Divorces Granted and New Case Entered
A Washington County court awarded two divorces and continued several others. Annie G. Hurnham obtained a divorce for desertion with child custody. Jessie J. Nichole secured a divorce from Wilbur J. Xi for intolerable severity. Other cases included continuances and a dismissals without prejudice, plus a bribery device theft at a Montpelier cigar store triggering further hearings.
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Hiram G
Moore
Duka
William
Bert
Jessie J. Nichole
Barre
Wilbur J. Xi
J. G
William Reith
Annie
Frite Moetsler
Phambey & Palmley
Peti Tomer
State
John Ryan
Plainfield
Coun
Carr
Vane
J. F. Fortney
Albert A. Johannett
Montpelier
Sesaigniat
Frat Social Draws Crowd With Themed Room Reveal
A campus fraternity social hosted by the vice president drew a large turnout Friday. Attendees passed through two rooms with masked glinaty entertainers and a lively crowd selecting participants. TALK OF THE TOWN.
Burlington Co V Wins Award for Membership Gain
Burlington court in Colorado earned the Tanner for the largest membership rise in the state. The group added 74 members in six months ending January 1. Recognition places the court tenth for meritorious work among North America jurisdictions. A formal presentation occurs October 77 at St Mary’s Hall with a reception at Sherwood House the following August.
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Buirlington
Sepegu
St. Josephs Court
CO. V
Tavy- Ing
Aly
Iaw
North Amelia
St. Mary’ Hall
Sherwood House
New Church consecrated at Our Lady of the Snows
Wondatock Sept 30 The Catholic Church of Our Lady of the Snows built in 1004 and dedicated in 1007 was consecrated today by Bishop J J Rive with a pontifical mass led by Bishop Guertin of Manchester N J and a sermon by Rev D J O Sullivan of St Albans. Bishop Rice followed by a sermon and confirmed 57 candidates in last evening service.
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Wondatock
Our Lady of the Snows
Jil
War
J. J. Rive
Rng
Rice
Guertin
Manchester
N.J
D. J. O'Sullivan
D. J. O'Sullivan of 8. Albans
Bishop Rice
Claus
Vermont Freshmen Class Quickly Expands at University
Burlington reports 140 freshmen enrolled at the University of Vermont with more expected. Registrar Andrews notes many students arrive with entrance certificates, and dormitories are already full as the term begins.
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University of Vermont
Burlington
Drews
The
Ceieeres of Vermont
Incomplete Crime Note Sparks Fine Threats
A fragment describes warnings given before a fault in an operation and mentions Klondike machines and fines up to 40. Officers were called, and a complaint exists about boys involved and missing Mr Standinh who was out of town. The text hints at penalties for machine misuse.
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Cna
Standinh
Convicted in Vermont court for petit larceny and theft
In Chittenden county court Robert Plum and Otto Stone were convicted of petty larceny. State's Attorney Shaw filed a second information charging theft of two railway mileage numbers valued at 11 dollars, while Augustus C Adams faced open lewdness charges. Adams pleaded guilty and was sentenced to jail for up to seven years. a boy about six years old was observed in the proceedings.
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Burlington
Chittenden
Robert Plum
Otto Stone
Shaw
Robert Hie
Otte Bone
Quatra Vermont Railway Company
Boston & Maine Railroad Company
Augustus C. Adama
Buriington
Ie A Sian
Countess sues over a missing little book in Montpelier court
Countess Eleanor Nicholas via attorney John D. Spellman files suit against John A in Rutland claiming ownership of a small book valued highly. The complaint notes a city court appearance October 6 with a $100 bond for appearance. The book allegedly was taken from a hotel and refuses to be surrendered. The case references Anastasius Nicholas of Montpelier and a 170,000 share stake in Shenandoah Coal Company and coal holdings in Virginia.
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Montpelier
Rutland
John D. Spellman
Eleanor Nicholas
Lay
Trovel
John A
Heryday
Ner
Rafferty
Tt Iy
Skid Tr
Anastesiiy Nicholan
Menitpotior
Cevanyesa
Sanda
Virginia
Shenandoah Land
Goalee Pany
Fire in Graniteville Unknown Cause Shocks Court Community
In Graniteville a fire last night at the Milest Gall to latter girt lures WHE girwe area caused damage with witnesses noting dancing after a picture show. The origin remains undetermined as authorities investigate and describe the blaze as a sudden, unsettling event in Bragilon.
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Pire
Reno
Celine
Camaranite
Reepunsted
Manchester
Aden
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Edward M Shepard
Vermont Electrical Association
Home Amend Bank Ee
Republican Club
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J. Roosevelt
H. L. Stimson
National League
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Frank Stacy
Keene, N
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T. Whitmarsh
Mirke
Harriogien
Witke
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Shelberse
Ayers—Hough
Selsea
Alatete
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Sherif HD
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