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The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
HURL BACK THE ALLEGATION
Barre Police Give the Lie to Jim Burke
on the vermin Situation.

The Barre police hurl back the allega-
tion Of Jim Burke, residence Washington
county jail, that they allow vermin to
habitate their precincts in the basement
Of the city ball Burke, while in A fit
Of peeyishness at being compelled to
work for Sheriff Tracy on ditch in
Montpelier fell to complaining Of various
things and in the course Of his wan
deTings Tit upon the Barre police for one
object Of his "vials of wrath"
Quoth jim, The Barre police better
git ter wurk and clean out Their jail er
lice. Ev'ry time they sind down a man
he brings a bunch q the crawlers thet er
gradooly pre-emptin' our rights"
When the Barre police read of Burke's
base accusation yesterday afternoon they
went to work with Characteristic vigor
To determine tile situation. Officer Garlic
armed himself with club. Officer Hamel
took an electric searchlight, Dave Faux
ner broom. Officer Gamble long-dis-
tance spy glass, and Officer Richardson
brought mp the rear with } scrub brush,
while various and sundry specials formed
"a rear guard to prevent the breaking
through of the enemy. Thus aecoutred,
they marched to the fore.
Result, not a louise.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
CALEDONIA COUNTY COURT.
Court Declines to order Verdict for
Defense in Horse Case.

st. JoInsbury, June 13.--In Caledonia
county court the trial of the case of
Clayton H. Borroughs vs.. William b.
Richards, which was begun Tuesday af-
ternoon. and which il an action for false
warranty in the sale of horse, was com
tinued yesterday At the close Of the
plaintiffs evidence the defense moved
that the court direct verdict in its
favor on the grounds that, although the
evidence showed defect both before
and after the sale Of the horse, there
was no defect shown to exist at the
time of the sale. The court oyenuled
the motion. The rest Of the day was
consumed BY the defendants evidence,
which was finished late in the afternoon
and the opening argument Of the plain
tiff was made before adjounment--mas
taken.
After adjournment last night the court
heard the divorce case Of l.. i Huntley
VS.. Lucy II. Humtley, both Of Lyndon
Vile. 4 bill Of divorce was granted for
the cause Of adultery. The petitioner
was represented by n. a. Norton Of
Lyndonville.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
NapoIeon,s Llauahty Horee.

Napoleon when at st. Helena once
said of bis horse: "He has memory,
knowledge and Judgment. He distin-
guIshcs his master from his servants,
although these are more constantly
about him, had horse which dis
tingulshed me from the rest Of the
world and which manifested by bis
bounding and naughty gait when ! was
upon his bacls that he carried a man
superior to those around him. He
would not suffer any one to mount him
except myself and the groom that took
care of him. When had lost my way,
/ threw the bride upon bis neck and
let him pick his way, with the iuevita-
bic result OF finding the right road"
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
George Thompson Overcome
by Sight Of Fire
WHICH SHUT OFF HIS WORK
New York Piano Factory Burned This
Morning, Causing Loss Of $780,
000--Twenty-five Firemen
Overcome.

New York, June 1s--George Thompson
an employ in d piano factory at the
corner Of Southern boulevard and 137th
street, was awakened this morning by
fire and looling across the street he
saw the place where he works in flames.
My jobs gone,9 be cried, and dropped
dead from heart weakness.
The fire burned until it destroyed
property valued at 100000. The paints
and yarnishes made fumes that oyereame
temporarily twenty five frenen who had
to be carried out and laid on the side
walk.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
A LEGISLATIVE ROMANCE.
Miss Eta May King Of Marshfeld Made
Bride Of Representative From
Bridport.

Plainfeld June f3.-No day could
have been more perfect for a bride than
yesterday, when Miss Eta May King
became the wife OF Elwin z. Myrick of
Bridport. this state, the ceremony be-
ing performed at the home OF the brides
parents Mr.. and Mrs. George King Of
Marshfeld at two o'clock Mendelssohn's
march, played by Mrs. Bertha Chamber
lain Kellogg, ushered the bridal party to
the parlor which was tsstefully decor
ated in L:Ill and green, with apple blos-
SONS and ferns. Little Miss Edith King,
sister Of the bride, acted graceful Al
maid OF honor. The Rev l. p. Chase
joined the two in wedlock beneath four
lcafed clover Of apple blossoms.
The bride was most beeomingly at.
tired in gown Of white taffeta, with
silk lace trimmings, and carried bou-
quet Of lilies Of the valley. She wore a
beautiful brooch Of pearls and diamonds
which, with a gold watch and chain, was
a gift Of the groom.
After the ceremony ice cream and
cake were served. Many beautiful and
costly gifts Of silver and cash We're no.
ticed, being given by parents, grand
parents and sister of the bride
Marshtieid has lost most worthy
young woman. very active il church,
school and domestic life, SO far as health
permitted. She was for Aime a stu
dent in the Randolph normal school Mr.
Myrick is heavy land owner and stock
dealer of Bridpoit and II was during
his stay in Montpelier az representative
ffom ,lis town in the Vermont legisla-
ture Of 1906 that his acquaintance with
his bride began. Mr.. and Mrs. Myyiek
left on the night train for New York
city and will be at home at Bridport al.
ter July l.
The decorations for the wedding were
superintended by Mrs. Burns Gordon OF
Montpelier.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
DIED IN ST. ALBANS
AT RIPE AGE OF 81
William Henry Bronson, st. Adams Ed
est Resident, Passed Away Last Night
Funeral on Saturday.

St Albans, June 13.--William Henry
Bronson, the oldest resident in this town,
died last night at the home of his son,
Z. ]. Bronson. The funeral will be held
from the house Saturday at two o'clock
William Henry Bronson was born IN
North Hero February 10, 1910, son Of
Lyman and Janet (Strong) Bronson. He
came to st. Albans February A, 1928,
and learned the trade of tanner. For
a time he was captain of an artillery
company. His father was a soldier in
the War Of 1s12 and was in the battle
of Plattsburgh In 1888 Mr.. Bronson
married Miss Harriet Smith and five
children were born to them. Only one
survives. Edwin j., of st. Adams Town,
with whom he made his home. Mr. Bron-
son Is also survived by six grandchildren
and nine greaf grandchildren. Mrs. Bron.
son died III Way, 1890. Mr.. Bronson
came Of faNitly the members Of which
were long-liveE None Of his four broth
eTs and three sisters died under the age
,cioo years and on livd to b on yars
old.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
TO OBSERVE MEMORIAL.
ODD Fellows and Rebekahs Meet For It
Next Sunday.

Plainfeld, June 13.-The local lodge,
Arcadia, No. SO, !. @. 0. r., will hold
theira nnual memorial services at the
Con9regatioualist church next Sunday
al half after ten o'clock, a. m. Rev.
p. B. Fiske Of Plainfeld will deliver the
address. All members Of the order arc
earnestly requested to meet at the l. o.
o. F., hall at 10 o'clock a. m, and
march TO the church in a body. The
Odd Fellows will be attended BY the
sisters Of Pleasant Valley Rebekah
LODGE. who will also attend in a body.
This lodge is in very prosperous
condition, having a membership Of 1o3.
Arcadia lodge was organized April 10,
1894. with sixteen charter members.
In April 1904, they purchased the hall
they now occupy, paying Sl,4O0, the
last note being apid in April, 1907. The
lodo enow owns its hall, furniture and
naranhinalia free from debt. The de-
erased members total only seven, in
the thirteen years.
Pleasant Valley Rebekah lodge. No.
A2. was organized in 1896, and now has
! membership Of over one hundred.
1aese organizations are to he eongratu-
lated on their success, financially and
socially.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
STARTS OFF BRIsKLY.
Several Cases at City Hospital Pre-
sent Complete Opening to Visitors.

The management Of the City hospital
regrets il was unable to admit all the
visitors who called to inspect the build
ing yesterday afternoon. but the mex
pected arrival Of patients, and the Sc
riousness Of the case. made it necessary
to close the doors early in the afternoon.
After the invitation TO visit the hospital
lad been printed Tuesday, serious case
was taken to the hospital and yesterday
morning another patient was brought
there Two operations were performed
yesterday and there are four patients
now in the hospital As soon as there
Is decrease IN the number the public
will be given another opportunity TO
visit and inspect the hospital, which
il beginning its work so auspiciously.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
MERCHANTS ORGANIZE.
A Caledonia County Meeting Held in
st. Johnsbury.

st, Johnsbury, June 13.-zAt a meet.
ing Of the merchants Of Caledonia county
held at the st. JohnsbuTy House Tues.
day afternoon, an organization was per-
fected TO be known as the Retail Mer-
chants association of Caledonia count Y
in aililiation with the state and national
association. All the principal towns ia
the county were represented. w. B..
Eastman was elected chairman Of the
county organization and B. G. Morrison
of Lyndonville secretary.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
ELEVEN cor DIPLOMAS


Montpelier, June 13--The graduating
exercises Of the Montpelier high sehool
occurred last evening in the Blanchard
opera house. Eleven graduates received
diplomas from II. j. NJ. Jones, chairman
Of the school board. They are. Ruin
Templeton, Florence Wheelock Lena Hill,
Helen Huntington, Clifton Daley, Mil
dred Brooks. Harold Jones, Ruth Gordon,
Iauncolot Coffin, Arthur Theriault and
Harold Barney. The programme included
salutatnry BY Ruth Templeton; piano
solo by Florence Wheclock; oration, "In-
dustries Of Vermont Lena Hill; sing
ing BY the high school chorus; class his-
tory. Helen Huntington; essay, "The Cry
of the Children Mildred Brooks; class
oration, #Athletics," Harold Jones; class
prophecy, Ruth GordonD oration, "The
Power Of Personality Launcelot Coffin;
class will, Arthur Theriaulti yaledictory,
Florence Wheelockj singing Of class song
and benedictiol. u
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
HARDIN BULLOCK.
Marriage Took Place at Mortified Yes
terday-Groom Works for Ellis Co.

North6eld, June ls.--The marriage Of
William II. Hardin and Bessie f., daugh-
ter Of Mr.. and Mrs. A. G. Bullock took
place at the home of the brides parents
yesterday morning at II o'clock in the
presence Of the immediate relatives. The
ceremony was performed by the Rev
Walter Dole Mr.. Hardin is employed
by the I. D. Ellis Granite company as
craftsman. coming here three years ago
from Maine. Miss Bullock Il a North
field girl, a graduate Of the Mortified
high school Of the class of '05 and has
been employed as a teacher in tne graded
schools for the past two years They
left 90 the noon train for a two weeks
wedding trip to Massachusetts and
Maine. On their return they viii re-
side at the home Of the brides parents
on Vine street.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
SUDDEN CALL OF DEATH.
John Mansfield Worked Part of Tues
day aud Died Yesterday.

John Mansfield a stone cutter in the
employ Of the Columbian Granite com
pany of Montpelier. died suddenly yes
terday morning at his home on Charles
street. aged 81 years. Mr. Mansfield
left his work Tuesday forenoon because
he felt strangely, and soon after reach
ing home sank into a eomatose condi
tion in which be continued until he died
He was a native of Bristol and is sur
yived by a wife and two children His
funeral viii be held Friday afternoon.
Mr.. Mansheldw as a member Of the
Granite Cutters union and of the Mod
ern Woodmen. His death is the first
break in the ranks OF the Montpelier
camp.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
THERE ARE SURPRISE PARTIES.
Mr.. and Mrs. Antoine H. Burke Are Com
petent Witnesses to That Fact.


That there are such things as genuine
surprise parties, Mr.. and Mrs. Antoine
H. Burke Of 1T Summer street are com
petent witnesses to testify. Yesterday
was the tenth anniversary of Mr. and
Mrs. Burke's marriage, and TO make sure
that the event should not 20 by un-
noticed their friends had been propar-
ing all the week for fitting celebration
Of the occasion. After over 200 people
from this city and Montpelier had gath
cred at the K. of G. hall in the Scampini
block small party detailed to 90 to
Mrl and Mrs Burke's home and notify
them that they were wanted at the hnll.
On the arrival OF the party at the hall
the much surprised couple were given o
rousing ovation by their friends.
In behalf Of the friends p. IT. Nc
Carthy, in q neat speech, presented Mr..
and Mrs. Burke a very handsome costly
couch. Though it was anything but an
easy situation for Mr. Burke he ably re-
sponded and expressed his appreciation
for the kindness of his friends. Remarks
were then made by Father McI1Sana and
Father Cray, DR.. J. +. McSweeney, Fred
lIealy, Robert Murphy, o. N. Granger,
Frank Burke, Martin Riley, M. N. NeP
son and a. J. Schneider gave comic
recitation. TO cap the climax Mr.. Nc
Carthy made a second speech and pre-
sented Mr.. Burke tin hat, which he
stated was the only union made tin hat
in Vermont. The remainder Of the even
ing was passed in dancing, music being
furnished by Gilhertson's orchestra.
Punch and light refreshments were
served. O. N. Granger, M. M Nelson and
In. i. Mccarthy had charge Of the ar
rangements.
Among the guests present were Mr.
and Mrs. O. n. Granger who acted MS
best man and bridesmaid at the we'd
ding ten years ago.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
A WOODSTOCK MAN
KILLED HIMSELF
oliver Hatch, Aged 60, Was in a Some
what intoxicated Condition When
He Committed Suicide.

Woodstock, June 13.-OIiver Hatch,
aged 66 years, native Of Wo5dstocl5
and resident Of the village for many
years, committed suicide yesterday
about 1880 o'clock, BY shooting with a
33s-calibre revolver. He went home at
noon somewhat intoxicated and while his
housekeeper, Mrs. Lapapt, was upstairs
he entered his room on the first floor.
removed his clothing except his shirt and
collar and shot himself three times in
the left breast and once in the right
cheek. Mrs, Laplant reached his room
before he fell Dr. T. II. Corey, a
neighbor, was summoned, Hatch dying
in few minutes after his arrival.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
a weddinr n Montpelier.

Montpelier. June 49, -Alanson b.
Shepard Of the home ofliceo the Ma.
tioual Life Insurance company. and
Miss Julia Adams, were married yester-
day afternoon at four o'clock at the
home Of the bride. The Rev. Il. NJ.
Goddard was the officiating clergyman.
Because of the comparatively recent
death Of Mr.. Adams the wedding was
private. Charles w Adams, brother
of the bride Of Richmond, Va, and Miss
Louise Page ~ Rutland were present.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
MURRAY-MAULEY.
Graniteville People Were Married in This
City Yesterday Afternoon.

Daniel ]. Murray and Miss Margaret
McAuley, both OF Granitevile were
united in marriage at o'clock yester-
day afternoon by the Rev. w. G. Mac.
Intyrc at his place Of residence, AS
Perry street The couple were attended
by sister Of the bride and brother
al the groom. Airs and Mrs. Murray
will reside in Graniteyile, whore the
groom Is employed as a blacksmith,
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
MET BRIDE AT STATION.
Romantic Wedding in Montpelier Last
Evening.

Montpelier, June 49, Miss joni LEX
sich arrived in Montpelier last evenins
from Austria. Nick Jurras, her intend
cd met her at the station and took her
TO his home, where they were quickly
made man and wife. These young peo-
pie were lovers in AUSTRIA Mr.. Jurras
came TO Montpelier about year ago
and is already we'll established in the
granite cutting business. A few weeks
ago he sent for the girl who last night
became his bride.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
n ~ wsIss.

She was examining her new waist by
the aid Of the big mirror "Dear me-"
she exclaimed pottlshly. 7 can't see
anything pretty in thisl"
"Well. / can" chuckled the young
man who was sitting on the sofa.
"ReoilyI And what do you see pret-
ty In it2n
"Why, you"
And then she hlushed and said she
thought the waist was Just too lovely
for anything Chicago News, ,s,s
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
MarrIed YelL.raar Alternoon.

Gilbert D. Smith of Orange and Nellie
G. Munsou Of Plainfeld we're married
at the Uniyefsalist parsonage yesterday
afternoon, Rev. y. q, Conner officiating.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13

The closing Of the storos evenings
at South Salisbury has thrown the
social life Of the village in turmoil
Those who were in the habit Of pass
Ing their evenings about the stores are
el at sea-
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13
GRANITEvILLE.

Two building lots in upper Grantcville
for sale; plenty Of good spring water.
Apply To Howard Hennigan, Granteville,
WI, or telephone ios-1s.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1907-06-13

The strike Of slate workers at Fair
Haven and vicinity has entered on its
third month with the unions refusing
TO entertain propositions made them.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1907-12-19
IN THE POLICE COURT.
Cold Weather Brings a Number OF
Victims into Court.


Anton Mitchell was drunk and knew
it without a policeman having to tell
him, go paid in $40 without murmur.
N. ]. Jensen was not so sure, but had
taken few beers. The police officer
and the court thought that man who
carried his shoes in his hand day like
Yesterday, would be soon on his bier il
he kept it up, go assessed Jensen $40.
Charles Pygthia was not fighting, but
you bet. he was good and drunk, and
was willing to pay for the fun. He paid
$40.
Gust Leame confessed that he had on
good jag, but could walk fairly straight.
He handed over the usual fee.
Otto Erickson and his partner, Henry
johnson, were not fighting. they were
trying to get each other home, but the
court thought that when police officer
found them on the sidewalk rolling each
other, and had hard work to get them
part it looked very much like fighting.
They were each assessed SO.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1907-12-19

Edward Baxter Perry. the blind pain
let, delighted his audience Tuesday even.
ing in the Congregational church, His
renditions of classical selections from
famous composers were preceded BY short
explanatory lectures which were a great
help to the understanding OF each eelec-
ton. All present were well paid for their
attendance especially the musical stu.
dents.
The Eastern Star, at their meeting
Tuesday night. presented Miss Bessie
Hnlbnrt with a beautiful solid silver
souvenir spoon, in recoynition of her
services ne orRanis: during the past year.
Mrs. A. G. Ennis made the presen tatifn
speech. and though taken by surpriee,
Mise Hulburt surprised her friends by
her happy and ready response.
A fisherman named Nelson reported
that he had seen Louis Warsaw. who
with Barney Nelson was reported drowned
laet week. on q eand spit in the lower
harbor. The boys father sent . boat
down this morning to investigate, but
with small hope Of finding the lad alive.
1t either the boy or man had succeeded
in making the shore frem the wrecked
boat they would have made their way
out before this.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1907-12-19
A Dangerous Deadlock.

that sometimes terminates fatally, is
the stoppage Of liver and bowel func-
lions. To quickly end this condition
without disagreeable sensations. DR..
Kings New Life Pills should always
be your remedy. Guaranteed abso-
lutely satisfactory in every case or
money back, at Evans Drug Co.,
Csc. K
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1907-12-19

DR.. Smith, Osteopath, 7.S P. o. block.
Geo. Wolff offers some good Xmas
Bargains. If
j. NJ. Lewis had business in Elma
yesterday.
Cheap prices On Dishes. at Deans
Crockery store. If
Select handsome presents from Dean,
fine stock OF China. If
The reduction at VOLTS is genuine,
you ought to buy now. #
H. A.. Kelley left this NOR ming to spend
the holidays at Dryad.
If you want to save money; on Xmas
shopping. 20 to VOLTS. II
j. and H. Rolls lett this motning iu
Raymond to visit their folks.
DR.. ID. G. Uric has moved to Rooms l.,
2. 8, Wishkah blk. Phone 2l7l or 1858,
John Hartman, the Elma logger. Was
doing business in this city yesterday.
Mrs. Henry Ing underwent a surgical
operation Tuesday at St. Joseph's hos.
pital. -. ne
r. H. Evans left Yesterday for his
home in Spokane, after a short visit in
the city.
For Quincy, Express or bray, call IA
A Star Transfer. Your orders prompt
.Iy filled. II
Mr.. and Mrs. w. Reed went to. Port
today to fill two weeks engagement in
hat city. ,rt
Miss A. G. johnson left for Portland
this morning to spend Christmas with
her parents.
Before buying Xmas presents, get
prices at ShelIey's Pharmacy, corner u
and Market. ...,.>' If
The ladies' social session OF the Elks
last evening was, as usual. a very pleas.
ant social function.
There will be two candidates initiated
into the rank OF knight Ct the K. of p.
meeting tomorrow night.
Brick for sale IN any quantity. Superb
or quality. Delivered u any part of the
city. Made in A berdeen "A. j. Stewart. If
Mrs. A. c. Seikert and daughter Miss
Carrie. left for Portland this morning,
after visit with Mr.. and Mrs. Fridinger.
An acceptable Christmas present
Send the HERALD for one year 10 your
inquiring eastern friends. Twice a week
! 81 so in advance. II
Gertrude Goldsmith and Fred Bennett,
are cited to appear in court tomorrow
to answer under oath concerning the
property of the late NJ. Goldsmith.
Mailing Of Christmas presents at the
postoffice does not indicate dull times.
On Tuesday lag registered packages were
received, and the stamp sales ran to $500
At the sherid's sale of the stock OF r.
W. Bryan, 412 East Wishkah street this
morning, this outfit was bid in by the
judgment creditor. the Hayes & Hayes
bank, for $500.
The Ladies' Aid Society OF the Baptist
church will have a sail of fancy articles
and home cooking, at Brecht's store, 410
East Wishkah street. tomorrow and Sat.
urday afternoon and evenings.
The contestng heirs of the late M.
Goldsmith believed that considerable
cash was in the safe deposit box OF the
deceased, but when the box was opened
by E. B. Benn, administrator, it was
found empty.
You know az we'll as anyone when you
If your bowels are Sluggish, your food
dis,resses YOU. your kidneys pain, take
HOLSTERS Rocky Mountain Tea. 1t al.
ways relieves. 35c, lea or Tablets. w.
B. Paine & Co.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1907-12-19
RUNAWAY ACCIDENT.
NOtVNWVt ENNNuOt-tNIs
Henry Wedin Is Dangerously Injured

Henry Wedin Is Dangerously lnjured
This forming.
the horse attached to the delivery
wagon OF Kearney & Barr an away tins
morning. ON Heron street, and at the
corner Of F street collided with tele-
phone pole. throwing the driver, Henry
Wedin. out, striking on his head.
He was picked up unconscious, and
taken to st. Joeeph's hospital by DR..
Chamberlain. Upon examination bis
injuries were found not to be serious, al.
though painful.