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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1908
Page
2
Washington reports April 22 that Hughes is the target for vice presidency as part of a Republican fix. New York politicians reportedly oppose renominating Hughes for governor and seek a different candidate to block him from the ticket.
Albany April 29 hints circulate that Governor Hughes may refrain from appearing on the ticket for second place at Chicago. Quietly he has stated he will not accept any position that places his name beside See eo or any other figure at the convention.
Boston presbytery reports a growing Presbyterian membership across New England due to influx of Scotch workers in textile centers. The synod of New York and Connecticut met in Manchester with leaders, workers, and lay members attending. the Woman's Missionary Society held a large representation.
An old advertisement extols kidney weakness causing impure blood and broad health effects. It claims modern science links most diseases to kidney disorders and promotes Swamp Root tonic from F. M. Root Co, Binghamton New York, urging readers to mention the ad.
A damaged OCR reads as a patent medicine pitch claiming Hood's Sarsaparilla cures eruptions pimples rheumatism stomach troubles nervous issues and fatigue. The text advertises universal healing effects and mentions various vague symptoms and remedies without clear details.
A frightened crowd rushed to the pier as Bryans grandson vanished aboard a European steamer. Officers searched the ship but the boy was hiding in his mother's stateroom under a berth. He surfaced when his mother found him, then hugged his grandfather amid relief on deck.
Washington April 33 Senator Beveridge urged for enactment of seat belt and trust bills, and Sherman law reforms as a program for GOP. Committee warned that without action Republican speakers would lose impact while Aldrich defended his bill and urged Senate support. Committee sought to push the appropriation bill and aim for adjournment mid May.
Washington reports no plans to govern future communication with Venezuela. State department officials say Minister Fuassell will likely remain in Caracas unless Congress acts on five American claims before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. A new Venezuelan mission to Venezuelan waters will not be considered unless conditions change.
A New York conference of Democrats from many counties will meet at a hotel on Suktrerili Road to discuss the state convention's goals and form a platform for the June gathering. Local party leaders expect a sizable turnout and aim to coordinate strategy across districts.
A disputed attorney general opinion splits lawyers on the measure and its constitutional alignment. Debate centers on statutory intent and potential waiver of claims tied to the president’s policy.
A concise note lists the work The Old Way Portle by Perde and A Prine credited in the issue. The item appears in a literary or music catalog section with artist names and title. No further context is provided in the readable text.
The Los Angeles banquet on April 22 featured numerous speeches to naval admirals and officers. General Soha, Taberta, Governor Gillette, and others voiced tribute and welcoming phrases as the fleet paraded toward the Golden Gate.
Washington April 22 The House adopted Speaker Cannon's resolution authorizing committees to investigate the paper trust and the pulp and paper industry. The move follows growing agitation over price increases seen as due to combination and tariff issues. Manufacturers plan to protest tariff removal as lawmakers press Cannon and leaders for action.
A Vines professor Dr Peilhogen and his wife along with eight women allegedly desecrated wafers in the Pope's private chapel during Easter mass on April 19. He now expresses sincerity and readiness to embrace Catholicism amid controversy.
A large blaze broke out on the hill near the Methodist church in Orchard Me at 2 o clock yesterday. Strong winds pushed the flames toward parts of the town that had escaped the last conflagration. Help from Biddeford and nearby towns aided efforts to control the fire. Jefferson Kenney’s residence on Ruane Avenue and the Lond cottage were destroyed.
In cautious travel through a rugged Sierras canyon a hunter spots dangerous rock walls and torn forests while observing wires strung between peaks. The piece introduces a lesson in telecommunication and a hopeful note on how a hunter could illuminate the concept of transmission.
Five thousand dollars in gold silver and lead were sold from a derelict brick and ash pile at the Kansan City Structural plant in Argentine. The plant once operated as a major United States smelter and was dismantled last year before sale to a steel company.
A reform measure on campaign contributions moves forward after a favorable report from the elections committee. The bill, tied to federal offices including the president and Congress, aims to regulate donations and reporting requirements.
A fragmented note discusses general treatment for colds and grip with advice to treat at home, use baths and hot mustard, rest in bed, and take warm drinks. It mentions applying brisk rubbing to the throat area and suggests making remedies economical and convenient.
Reading rough text emphasizes keeping arms and body covered to prevent complications from colds. Mentions liniment and healing tunes as old remedies, urging care against fever and other ailments.
Fragmentary lines mention names and a life note with partial phrases. The readable text includes Menrath Chile Mary Gren and Sue Diet among others, with scattered terms suggesting a commemorative inscription. Context remains unclear due to garbled OCR.
Dispatches confirm the Russian front in Persia as tense. Grand Duke Nicholas Nicholaieviteh travels incognito toward the Caucasus to inspect Persian and Turkish borders, amid reports of renewed military buildup and re-enforcements.
At Braybrook Junction in Australia the April 1 crash of two trains from Ballarat left forty two bodies recovered from the wreckage and many still buried. Injured passengers were treated at a local hospital as investigators probed signals and a possible fault.
Caracas reports President Castro issued a decree closing the port to importations and exports through Puerta Cabello after the sanitary board records three deaths and twelve suspected tuberculosis cases. Nine patients and families evacuated to Cabo Blanco.
In Monessen Pennsylvania April 29 authorities probe claims that sending $2 to a firm promised ten yards of silk but customers received only silk thread. Police investigate the possible scam and note widespread reports from loyal customers.
Report indicates a minister may postpone a scheduled holiday to address the Venezuela issue. The intervention aims to ensure congressional input and resolve tensions amid ongoing detente concerns.
A fragmentary letter from a writer in Florida, during winter, threatens death to a millionaire and male family members unless help is offered. It mentions Roslyn and money given to a widow and to William Witte, a former Roslyn pastor, with claims of intent to aid the widow.
A La Crosse Wisconsin accident reports a train striking a trolley and injuring several passengers. Witnesses describe a chaotic scene with damaged streetcars and scattered debris. Police and emergency crews arrived to assist victims and investigate the collision.
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