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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
DEATH AND FATAL INJURY
IN AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT
Massachusetts, Car Crashes Into Te,e-
phone Pole In Putney

Brattleboro. Aug 29.-Edward J. Rice
OF Lynn. Mass, who was Seriously hurt
last night when Leon Kelley Of Lynn was
fatally injured in an automobile accident
mile north OF Putney village on the
Bellows Falls road had not regained
consciousness up to tonight, and It Is
believed by DR.. Harry p. Greene of this
place. who Is attending him in the Brat
tleboro Memorial hospital, that he will
not recover. He has a fractured skull.
fractured left arm and fractured ribs
which have punctured his lungs and
caused hemorrhage. Kelleys brother and
sister arrived here to-day from Lynn.
They said their brother was q years old
was an engineer by trade and recently re-
ceived an honorable discharge from the
navy. He and Rice went north on vaca-
ton trip in a Ford automobile and were
returning when the car left the road on
a sharp curve, crashed into telephone
pole cutting off the pole. smashing the
car and throwing out the occupants and
contents Of the machine. which included
a tent blankets and several bottles Of
whiskey. The unconscious men were
found by persons passing that point and
Putney persons converted an automobile
truck into an ambulance and brought
them to the hospital. where Kelley died
on his arrival. He had a broken hip. a
deep cut over the hip and a fractured
leg.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
$4,000 WORKERS TAKE
VACATION UNTIL SEPT, 7

Manchester, n. H., Aug. 3,-About IS 900
textile and shoe workers here will start
on their annual vacations until Septem-
her by the closing Of The mills and fac
tories Friday night. payroll saving
of over s24O,O00 TO the corporations will
he effected
The cotton 6seision of the Amoslseeg
corporation will close, affecting l1.0OO en-
ployes. The worsted division of the Amos
keag. employing $500. has been idle over
month The Stark mills Of the Inter-
national corporation employing 1850 also
will close.
OF the shoe factories. F. NJ. Hoyt COM
pany. W. H. Griffin company and Kim
ball Shoe company will close for SINH
lar period The Hoyt company employs
/. 400. w. f. McElwain company, with
about 7.Ooo employees. announces about
a weeks" vacation period by rooms, the
plant at no time being closed entirely.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
The City Trust Company
AMERICAN EIGHT
is VICTORIOUS
Defeats Brittsh Olympic Crew-u. s
Swimmers F'irst Also

Brussels Aug. 2e.-tBy the Associated
Press)-The American eight-oared crew
deeated the British eight In the final OF
the Olympic race for eight-oared boats
with coxswains here to-day. The Amer
leans covered the distance in six minutes
FIVE seconds to the Englishmen's six min
ntes as seconds. The time was new
worlds record for the 1000 metres.
The eight-oa event was the greatest
Of the day. The Leander crew repre-
sentlng Great Britain took a slight lead
which increased TO half length at the
nm metres Both crews We're rowing "a
strokes a minute. Here the American
midshipmen increased their power and
after each crew had alternately taken the
lead. spurted ahead $50 metres from the
finish The Americans won by half
length: sitting up and fresh, while the
English eight crossed the line bent over
and utterly rowed out.
The regatta was witnessed by a large
crowd on both banks Of the canal which
included Brand whitlock. the American
ambassador. who greeted the American
winners
Antwerp. Aug. g. (By the Associated
Press)-The American swimming team
won the final of the s0O-meter swimming
delay races here to-day. creating a new
Olympic record of ten minutes. four and
two-f1fths seconds
The team was composed OF Duke
Kahanomoku. Honolulu; Norman Ross,
Illinois A. c.; Perry McGilnvray, HIN OILS,
A. c., and P. Kealoha. Honolulu.
The Australian team finished second
and the English team third. The old
Olympic record. 10 minutes, II Us seconds,
WAS made by the Australian team in the
Stockholm Olympics OF 1912.
In the Anal heat Of the 2on meters
BREAST stroke. Malcoth. Sweden. was first.
in three minutes, four and two-f1fths sec
onds Henning, Sweden. was second
Aatonen. Finland. third; 7. Howell. Oak
land. Calf. fourth. The Olympic record
for this event Ia three minutes. ono and
four-ffths seconds.
The final Of the 100 meters free style
was Won by Duke Kahenamoku, Honolulu,
IN one minute. one and two-f1fths seconds.
CThe previous record was 1;O2 2-5) p.
Kealeha. Honolulu, was second, W. w,
Harris Honolulu third. and Herald.
Australia. fourth
The final in the 4no-meter relay for
women was won BY the American team.
composed of Ethelda BIeibtrey. Irene
Guest, Mrs. Frances Schroth and Mar
garet Woodbridge. Great Britain was
second and Sweden third.
The Americans made a clean sweep in
the sprinshoard diving for women. ANeen
Rigg1n. New York. winning. with Helen
Wainwright New York. second. and
Thelma Payne. Portland third.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
MASS. CRANBERRY CROP
FALLS OFF Is PER CENT

Wakefield, Mass Aug. ,s.-The
Massachusetts, cranberry crop is esti-
mated at 400, 900 barrels. a decrease Of
1s per cent from last wear in a re-
port issued to-day by V. A. Sanders,
field agent Of the bureau Of crop esti-
mates Of the United States Department
of Agriculture. The crop compares fav.
average Of 25O.60O barrels. and the ten
orably however. with the five year
year average o' 100000 barrels.
The crop finally harvested, the re-
port says may vary considerable from
the present estimate. depending upon
future conditions. During the past
three weeks marked Improvement has
been shown.
The New England report on apples
indicates a crop considerably smaller
than last year the crop in Maine being
especially light Peaches are reported
very small crop throughout the
region.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
INDIANA
IS TO BE SACRIFICED

Washington. Aug. 26.--Another old time
American fighting ship-the battleship
Indiana--is to be sacrificed to the cause Of
naval efficiency. In lower Chesapeake
Bay in September the vessel will be sub
jected to a rain of bombs from squad
ron Of naval seaplanes.
This will be the first actual test to be
conducted by any navy to show the posi-
biiities OF direct attack upon warships
from the air, according to American naval
officers.
ships Of the navy and recently was
placed out OF commission to give way
FOR a new superdreadnaught of the same
name. She played an important part in
the destruction of Cervera's fleet at San
tiaEo.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
COX HAD "PHONY"
LIST SAYS UPHAM
G.. q. p. Treasurer Says some body
Played Joke on Democratic Cnndidat~

Chicago, Aug. ex-governor James NJ.
Coxs schedule Of Republican campaign
fund quotas in 81 principal cities is a
nhony list which I never heard of before"
Fred w. Upham, Republican national
treasurer declared to-day. on his return
from New York.
Somebody must have played joke on
the governor" Mr.. Upham said.
The Republican national committee has
never apportioned any quotas to cities,
Mr.. Upham said. The only quotas as
signed he added, were given to States.
the money to be used for both state and
national campaign purposes Each State
committee then apporticned it's quota as
il thought best.
Denying charges that vast amounts had
been collected or were being collected, the
Republican treasurer exhibited a state
ment showing collections UP to this morn
Ing total 31.01s, 1852. OF which New York
State, including the city OF New York, is
credited with s225. 292. 40.
He reiterated the statement of Chair
man Hays that the budget planned for
the national campaign totalled slightly in
excess of 100000 and denied Governor
Cox's charge that he was planning to
raise in excess of s15.oon.ooo.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
TO TEACH HOME NURSING
Addison County Red Cross Introduces
Course as Part Of Peace Program

Vergennes, Aug. pa meeting of the
executive committee of the Addison
County Chapter was held at Bixby Me-
mortal library, Verasnnes. August q r.
consider with the superintendents and
principals Of the county the Red Cross
course Of home nursing for schools
Miss Eliza beth Van Patten. State Red
Cross supervisor of public health nurs-
ing. was present and led the discussion.
All present were In favor of the course.
The Red Cross organization of the
county through the chapter public health
committee. of which DR.. Harold l.. Will
hanson of Bristol is chairman, will pro-
vide an instructor and equipment for the
j,Iior and senior high schools Miss
Laura Roburds. reserve Red Cross nurse
has been engaged as instructor. Miss
Roburds is a graduate Of Maine General
hospital has had experience In instruc-
ton work and served for three years
during the war at Newport trsining
station.
The Addison County Chapter /. the fra
Red Cross chapter in the State TO take
up this phase of the peace program. The
home nursing course is series Of lessons
on hygiene and practical demonstrations
Of the home care Of sick.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
PETTIBONE NOT TO APPLY
FOR NEW TRIAL

Benning ton. Aug 2s.---No application
Will be made to the Vermont Supreme
Court for a new trial for Byron Petit
bone of Bennington now undergoing
life sentence at the Vermont State
Prison at Windsor for the murder Of
his wife. When sentence was passed
by Judge Stanley NJ. Wilson at Man
chester July %. attorneys for Petit
hone filed bill Of exceptions and
were given 80 days In which to make
application for new trial. Henry
Chase. Junior counsel for Pettibone
stated to-day that IL had been de-
cided to withdraw the bill Of excep-
lions and that he would 40 inform
Judge Wilson at once.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
GORDON WOODBURY.
SUCCEEDS ROOSEVELT
New Asst. Sec. Of Navy u a New Hamp-
shire Man

Washington. Aug. B,-Gordon Wood
bury, formerly a member OF the New
Hampshire Legislature, has heen an
pointed assistant secretary OF the navy
TO succeed Franklin d. Roosevelt
Mr.. Woodburys appointment by Presi-
dent Wilson was announced to-day by Sec
rotary Daniels The new assistant secre-
tary represented New Hampshire on the
resolutions committee at the San Fran
cisco convent on and has taken & promi-
nent part in the political life of his State
for many years, He was a member Of
the New Hampshire constitutional conven-
ton In 1890 and was a candidate for Con.
gress In 1915
Secretary Daniels said Mr. Woodbury.
had always taken deep interest in the
navy and the question OF naval enlarge
ment.' Recalling that Mr.. woodbury's
great uncle. Leo v. Woodbury., was sec
rstary of the navy during Jackeons ad-
ministration. Mr., Daniels said;
with naval tradition, love of the navy.
and knowledge Of It's history and pride
In it's achievements, the new assistant
secretary will enter upon his duties with
the spirit that insures a successful ad-
minis alton" Tribute to the service
Of Mr., Woodbury's predecessor. Franklin
n. Roosevelt, who resigned IN August 7
10 accept the Democratic vice-nresldential
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
WOMAN FOR TOWN REPRESENTA-.


There are two names filed as candidates
for town representa- tive in Bethel and one
OF those IL a woman, the mother Of Ave
children. one of whom is student at
Norwich University and another at West
Point. She is Mrs Eva n Wilson and
she If put up by the Democrats Though
never suffragette she believes that a
woman should he willing TO do her part
as citizen and for that reason assented
to the petition. The other is Harold o.
Perkins for the republicans He Is a
cashier OF International White River Bank
and has risen rapidly. He is only 80 years
old
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
TO BUILD NEW VILLAGE
Thirty Houses to BE Constructed by
Paper Mill Company

Montpelier, Aug 29-Clayton Demeritt
will leave this week for Fitzdale, where
the building of a village is commenced
There are some 30 houses 10 be con-
structed by the paper mill company
There are also to he laid out streets, sew
ers and water system as well as two
power plants, The paper mill has been
operated for some years on a smaller
scale. but recently New York concern
took over the stock and they are extend.
ing the plant, Most of the employees
heretofore have lived in South Lunenburs
and East Concord. travelling back and
forth each day.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
EUROPE LOST S5,32O,OOO
PEOPLE IN 6 YEARS

Washington. Aug. N.-Due to war in
dusnce ten European nations engaged in
the world war shows a potential loss In
population of 35, ,0oo persons since 1914.
according to a statistical research con-
Quoted by the Copenhagen society for
studying the social consequences OF the
war. made public to-day by tho American
Red Cross,
Causes of the abnormal failing of In
population were thus attributed in the
s-ciety's report: Killed In war. 8.sla00O;
deaths due to augmentation Of mortality,
economic blorkadee. war epidemics, S,3ol,-
600 Fall In birth rate due to mobilization
Of hfty-six million men between ~ and 45
years OF age, 20. 400 900.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
FERSON-KENNIsTON

Montpelier. Aug. 6,-Notice OF the we'd
ding of Miss Mona Remission Of Mont
pelier and Fred W. Feson Of Brandon,
which took place In Montpelier Wednes-
day has been made public the marriage
having taken place at the Congregational
parsonage in the presence OF friends and
relatives Of the contracting parties The
bridesmaid was Miss Helen Sparrow OF
Calais while Robert Remission. brother
OF the bride. was best man. The bride wore
q travelling suit Of blue. A wedding repast
followed the ceremony. This occurred at
the home of Mrs, NJ. l.. Kenntston. mother
OF the bride. The bride has been employed
a. proof reader in the Capital City Press
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
TO SEARCH FOR MISSING LINK

Rutland man. Walter w. Granger.
who Ia on the staff Of the American
Museum Of Natural History in New
York, expecte to 60 soon on an expedt-
ton to China where systematic search
for fossils which may throw some light
on the evolution of man may be found.
II ia thought that II man Is an animal
OF evolution ne had his start in the area
Of central Asia and not until he had
acquired dominance over other animals
did he invade and overrun other parts Of
the old world and more recently the new
This theory Is believed to apply only to
many species OF lower animals now gen.
orally distributed, The investig atoms
Will take place In unworked Chinese ter
ritory and may definitely locate ths
cradle of the human race.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
CHILD TRAMpLED To DEATH

Lois, ne six-year-old daughter of Mr..
and Mrs. Elgin Martin of Plainfeld, vaA
tranpled to death recently by a horse
she was riding. the animal returning
home dragging her body entangled in the
reins She had been sent to neighbours
on an errand and had ridden the horse
many times How the accident happened
Is unknown, but 1t is thought that she
must have been thrown by a sudden
movement Of the horse and then caught
In the reins In such a way that the horse
stepped upon her
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02

Manchester, N. H., Aug 2s.-Gordon
woodbury. of Bedford appointed TODAY
assistant secretary of the navy to sue
coed Franklin y. Roosevelt. Is one OF the
prominent Democrats in New Hampshire
Mr.. woodbury. left for Washington upon
receipt Of telegram from Josephus Dam
iels. secretary Of navy.
In 1891 Mr. Woodbury. was member
of the New Hampshire House OF Repre-
sentatives from Bedford, his only pol,ti-
cal office. Mr. Woodbury. was born in
New York city September II, 1863. He
came to Bedford to reside In 1880 He Ia
graduate of Phillips Exeter. Harvard
College and Columbia University Law
School He was editor Of the Manches-
ter Union for some years prior to 1906
and engaged extensively in agriculture
on his Bedford farm.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
CONN. TO HAVE SPECIAL
LEGISLATIVE SESSION

HART ford, Conn, Aug 27,-To amend the
election laws of Connecticut to permit
women to have full participation In the
fall election, Governor Holcomb will call
the General Assembly In special session
on September IA II Is expected the ses-
sion will last but a single day The
Democratic State convention will be held
Sept mber IL and Is.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
FIREMAN THINKS QUICKLY

quick work on the part of Joe Fournia,
a member OF the st, Johnsbury fire de-
partment ptevented Runaway Ford
from wrecking itself and doing much
damage recently. The car left the curb
ana lurched from one side Of the stree+
10 the other without any driver. Finally
lt headed for the silent policeman and
then Fourier came into view. Hs.iurnped
onto the running board. climbed into the
car and stopped 1t while others stood
ABOUT wondering what to do,
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
MARRIED 65 YEARS


Montpelier. Aug. a,-Mr. and Mrs. Clark
King of Loomis street observed the Ssth
anniversary Of their marriage to-day
Their children, DR. Nathaniel King and
Judge Charles c. King OF Brockton. Mass.
and members Of their families ware
present Both are over 50 years OF age
They were married In Barre by tho Rev.
r. r. Spencer and have lived for 45 years
In ohtpeler. Mr. King is we'll known
among the older Republicans Of the State
having been prominent in the activities
of the party for many years although
he never took office excepting as sheriff
and senator.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
SAYS. DEBS, IF ELECTED.
CAN PARDON HIMSELF

Chicago Aug. 26.-If the Socialist tickets
should win In the fall election there
would he no difficulty about getting
Eugene Debs candidate for pdesident.
out of Atlanta penitentiary. Seymour
Stedamn. the vice-presidential candidate.
announced to-day.
TT the Socialists gave majority In
the electoral colleeg ! can be naugurated
president in Debs stead and can then
by virtue of my office, pardon Debs,
restoring him to his rights, including his
right to be president Or the Inauguration
can be held In Atlanta penitentiary and
Debs can pardon himself"
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
BURLINGTON AUToIsT FINED

Rutland, Aug. 2s.-Thomas l.. Mangan
Burlington. railroad employe, was fined
and costs of about $50. by City Judge
borge M. Goddard to-day for operating
automobile while under the influence
Intoxicating liquor Mangan pleaded
Ilo contendere to the charge. On recon.
endation of States Attorney p. NJ,
helps of Fair Haven the court RENTED
of the fine in consideration of the
|avy costs. The offense was committed
Fair Haven August ~ Mangan was
rested by Constable John Brown of
\ir Haven
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
CAR SHORTAGE SERIOUS
Must suspend work In Rnrre II Freight
Cars DO Not Arrive

Montpelier, Aug. s.-rhe shortage OF
cars in Barre is acute. There are 100
cars needed In that city alone to get the
grorite now awaiting shipment out of the
c,,v while the other towns in WASH
irgtor county are about as badly tied up
for lack of cars Unless cars arrive soon
. .r.rorsior of work will have to occur.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
AUTO RUNS ON RAILROAD

Rutland people witnessed an unusual sight
August "a when they saw Peerless auto
mobile running along the railroad tracks.
1t was an inspection car belonging to the
ID. q n. officials and started from Wilkes
Barre. Pa, and went as far as Rouses
Point N. Y. The wheels of the car were
removed and replaced by wheels OF pass
enger coaches. The car had signal flags
in front and back and bell TO use at
crossings
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
NEW FACTORY IN BARTON

work has been started on a new factory
IN barton which will manufacture piano
actions. This concern comes from New
YORK city and In erecting a steel and con.
crete building. When ready. the plant will
employ from IN 70 rs men Plenty Of raw
material in that vicinity is given as tina
reason for locating In Barton.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
NO NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. WINE

According to recent ruling received
at Brattleboro from John F Kramer,
prohibition commissioner dandelion wine
az a drink If taboo. Wine. the ruling
says, may be lawfully manufactured for
certain recognized non-beverage purposes.
but no wine used as a beverage can have
an alcoholic content Of one-half Of one
per cent or more and no exception Is made
to the manufacture Of wines in the hon,A.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
POPULATION OF
BENNINGTON is 1920

Washington Aug To-day's popu-
lation announcement follows:
state Of Georgia (revised) 2.ss3,soo.
Previously announced 2s98,sol
bennington, VT, tvillaee) 1890; In
crease 1919, or 1914 per cent.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
STOWE OBSERVINGLAW
Inspector Of Automobiles Finds Fe,
ATTRACTIONS While in Town.

Stowe Aug. 29-Charles T. Pierce Of
Hardwick, who is employed by Secretary
of State Black to ascertain whether there
are any iufractions Of the automobile laws
In the State, was In Stowe to-day. AL
though ne stopped over 200 machines he
found but two that were exceeding the
speed limit and they were out Of town
cars There were also some that had no
licenses with them and these will be in
vestigated. Mr.. Pierce said that he found
Stowe holding to the automobile laws re-
markably we'll as there were only a few
minor mira ctions by Stowe people.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
DIES AT IS

Widow Of Samuel Gleason Dies After
SIX Months Illness
Montpelier. Aug. 29-Mrs Parma dow
Gleason. widow OF the late Samuel
Gleason. died Sunday morning at tho
home Of her daughter, Mrs. r A. Bar
ret, after about six months illness fol-
lowing pneumonia. She was 95 years old.
She was wsil posted on all subjects Of
the day. She Ia survived by two daugh-
tiers. Mrs. F. A, Barrett and Mrs. c. 4.
Stickney OF Montpelier; by four grand
children and seven great -grandc hidren.
The funeral will be held at two o'clock
Tuesday afternoon.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
BITTEN BY TARANTIr,A

Carl White, North Troy young man, IL
suffering from a bite by a. tarartula
winch was in bunch Of bananas. He
has been in the hospital at Hanover. y.
H.. since he was bitten IL days ago and
mas lost 10 pounds in weight in that time.
The general effect Of the poison seems to
be partial PARALYSIS
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
CHASED BY RNriH

Michael, Donahue OF Island Pond. while
driving some cows to pasture recently.
came near being gored to death by
bull. Fortunately some one was near
and rescued him, but he was badly
shaken up and had one arm and leg
somewhat hurt.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02
SPENDS 26 CENTS
Frank Martin File~ Report Of Cost Of
NOmina tiOn

Montpelier. Aug 2s--Frank Martin of
Barre has filed with the county clerk the
cost Of his nomination a total of 2s cents
spent in stamps, There is no opposition
to Judge Martin as Judge of probate so
his nomination Is assured.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1920-09-02

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