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Newspaper

Burlington Free Press

Location

Burlington, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1900

Page

11

Extradition Asked Over Boston Dealer tied to Missouri Case

W B Johnson of Essex Junction faces extradition efforts before Gov Smith amid Missouri push for Wilson Johnson in Kansas City. Creditors seek him for alleged partner theft linked to Wilson & Johnson Boston brokers. Courts dispute authority to surrender and indictments cite robbery claims and debt actions.

Kansas City Boeton Toyv. Wolvett Edward J. Ween Gove Erivor Missouri Wilkon Kansasity Wilesal Boston Wilson Heston Gov. Wencott Wolroot di Parr Beeston Oye Johnsants

Officials in conference plan joint use of passenger station

Railroad leaders from the Rutland Railroad and Central Vermont met on President Clements private car to discuss a Supreme Court ruling and the joint use of tracks into the passenger station. The nearly three hour meeting laid groundwork but yielded no final decision, with further study needed before a formal agreement.

Central Vermont Road Labor Provisions in Dispute

Text outlines that Central Vermont shall employ and pay road workers and that any employee on Ruthindt Indian road will be dismissed after a protest arrives from the tether company. It sets an annual charge of 70 dollars to Rutland-Canadia n trend for these privileges, payable in quarterly installments.

Ation Central Vermont Central Vermont Ruthindt Iadian Tether Rutland Harlrowd

Jury Hears Hazy Trial Details At Local Court

A Sunday session at the city court featured multiple defendants tied to a disorderly incident on West Avenue. Trials included pleas of guilty to charges of theft and larceny with restitution totaling funds and goods seized during the disturbance.

Wothawkins Officas Ely Mendes Merning Wilitair Baar Ives Seth Roy Sheri Reeves Blair Barney Patino Palmer Willian Alte Otticer Coon

Three More Suits Against Knott and Closson Filed

Legal actions totaling 79 000 dollars name Knott and Closson as defendants. Five suits already move to recover around 3700 while others seek 2100 15000 and 680 for various claimants. Sheriff deliveries and attorneys from Woodbury Kenny Phelps Towne Tarre indicate continued docket pressure. Bankruptcy petitions list William A Willett and Nimmo with debts of 680 and 16.

Robert Narstane Sane Phive Sieriff Reaves Woodbury J. Kenny A. Phelps M. Phelps G. J. Towne Tarre Sherif Wn F Shepard Taree Fortier William A. Willett St Athans Resere Nimmo St. Albans Litbillies Aesers

Vermont Life Insurance to Transfer to Metropolitan Life

Vermont LifeInsurance company will reinsure all policyholders and transfer liabilities to Metropolitan Life of New York. The Burlington office will close, with the main operations moved to New York and representatives maintaining a presence locally for a short time.

Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Vermont Company Veremont Life Insurance Company City Metropolitan Life Prince Company of New York Foryuy Company New York Institution Stra Traiefer Wrear Vermont Life Main Street Ind Wing Te Vermont Life Insurance Company Kay Haine Elaine Tik Payicies Fiite Comiputy Vermont Pune Ligentia Burlington New York City Vermont Life Ingerance Pewnidend Aml Ouf Sident Diol 1 Robertson C. M. Spaulding Clayton RL Tore Yih Torrey J. Wiles Russell Saft Robe Ineon C. Kennedy Joan Hf. Robinson Joel VL Gates Chivfun HK Urrill Noley-Haldof Cand Whet Vince Ja Estes

Ballot Clerks Appointed and Ward Elections Adjusted

In a City meeting officers and poll workers were appointed and voting lists updated. Aldermen discussed vacancies, resignations, and inspector positions with clerks named for wards and a adjournment following a council session.

Tinieday Phe Caunelt Tollace Beveral Weller Leo St George Michiel Collins OO Ray Leon J. Beaupre Tyler Cl Clapp Edward Dooley, Jr David W. Sullivan Theophile Lapointe St. Phere Wand t-George Mayo Lewis & Tebh James TL Dolan John WW Ghone Ward John Wo Johnson Wight Datoey Comets

Handwriting Expert Testimony in Wyron Brace Case

A handwriting expert W. Whitcomb testified in the Wyron Brace case over a threatening letter to Shepard & Morse Lumber. The expert noted prior work and questioned handwriting, suggesting a signer used Bhce's name on the letter. Testimony aimed to link the writer to the two white boys and the burning threat. The hearing proceeded with the defense seeking a one week continuance. Grand Juror J B Macomber and O I Ferguson appeared for the State and defense respectively.

Wyron Brace Burlington Blue Va Wyrettre W. Ji Whittom Wwihthcomt W. Parkill Mille J. BH. Macomber Perguson

Chautauqua Evening Papers on American Cities Study

Local circle continues Am Yom Cities study with readings from Byron N Clark and others. Participants, including Louise Rungsell and Ellie Brownell, present papers and poetry while discussing city history and notable figures in a church setting.

Bridaï Augustine Robate Byron N. Clark Data UU. Brownell Lowise Rungsell T. Augustiie Crider Streetaid Jeneh Arerr Ellie Mo Brownell Avia M. Hrowi Wiliam J. Cote Mokote Osuth Geortie M. Pirach

Death of Alney Stone One of Westford's Best Known Citizens

Alney Stone a longtime Westford resident and prominent figure in county affairs died after long illness. He served as selectman and judge of the county court and represented Westford in the legislatures before 1874. Survived by wife Rachel and children including AL Stone Mrs John A Stewart and Julian B R Stone. His death occurred during a severe snowstorm and search efforts followed Ames for missing man Peter Wheel who wandered from Rouses Point toward Windmill Point.

Westford Detee Alnen Spon Weerthomd Allen Rachel Wilcox Stone Jerembatse Mr Stone Weetford Morehia Marvel Pare Sous Vletoher AL Stone Thie City John A. Stewart Julian BR. Stone Weersfort Stone Kithenden County Lewin

Riuthind Cana Man Railroad to Build Switches and Tracks

The Riuthind Cana Man Railroad company will construct switches and four double-track segments from the existing connection toward the south side along College Street. The tracks must be kept in good condition for use by trains from both companies. Each company will have equal rights to use the double track, with operation under a shared charge framework for Central Vermont services.

Riuthind-Cana- Man College Street Conany

Supreme Court decision on Rutland Canada crossing dispute

The ruling concerns joint use of tracks between the Rutland-Canadian Railroad and the Central Vermont Railway. It affirms commission findings on under grade crossing and outlines construction and maintenance duties, including crossing protections, track connections, and cost responsibilities for both parties. The decision emphasizes railroad interchange and station access implications in Burlington.

Special Commission Vermont

Knott and Closson Suit Filed for Recovery in City

The document shows a suit initiated by T. H. Patton of Berkshire owners against Cushman and dian et al seeking recovery of funds. Maurice of Montgomery appears with attorney Burson. Papers served by Shier Heeges. Mortgage deed filed by Annie Mott and Elijah Knott noted in city clerk’s office.

T. H. Patton Usr Berkshire Acaines Bso Dover Motes John HH. Senter Montpelier Annie Mott Elijah BE Hany Weantbury John Arts Horace Bail Chasse

Commissioner Hosford Dies. Longtime County Official

The obituary notes Commissioner Hosford, a prominent Charlotte citizen and long serving county official, died at home. He was a prosperous farmer and served 43 years on the county board. He leaves a widow and two children. The funeral was held from the house Sunday.

Charlotte Commientien Hata Bireford Abel Wy Fm Bose Sunday Ut

Death of 4 in Charlottle area after accident

An elderly man named Alvin W. Dillen died at his home after a February mishap. He worked at the station for about twenty five years and was survived by his wife and daughter Mrs. D. M. Baldwin of Minneapolis. Funeral services will be held from his residence in Charlotte on Thursday with interment in Charlotte. The note of thanks from the family expresses gratitude for support during illness and death. The weather record for February notes 2.25 inches of rain and melted snow, about 1.217 inches of precipitation, and generally mild conditions with little snow.

Phehmanii Charsentre Dha 4. M. Baldwin Minneapolis W. Parris Charlotte Charlier Hoon

Training School for Nurses Heads Into April Session

The Fanny Allen hospital Tesaine Behoot for Narees will commence a training course on April 1. The school has enjoyed steady patronage and its graduates report strong employment and high satisfaction with their work.

Fanny Allen Hospital Tesaine

Remarkable Cures of Rheumatism From the Viridicator

The editor of the Viridicator reports testing Uimimbe Nadas Mary Balm on rheumatism. A shoulder pain case improved after two applications of the liniment on the first night and the next day the pain nearly vanished. A thigh joint complaint was relieved by two applications, with noticeable comfort after rubbing and rest. The ad claims guaranteed relief from rheumatic pain.

Virdiacnar Aes Eavion Uimimbe

Linen Towels At Astonishing Sale Prices

H W Allen & Co promotes a linen towel sale with 25 cent and 10 cent towels and a bundle of 100 dozen Huckabuck Towels offered at 1.24 dollars each. Sizes 19x36 and 20x38 inches are highlighted as rarely sold this low. Damask Napkins and Towels remain at old prices while new rates are higher.

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