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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1908
Page
5
An advertisement promotes Standard Pattern with a practical fashion book as a complete reference for sewing. It claims the book is indispensable for stylish wear and offers a pattern free certificate. price is 2 cents over the counter or 25 cents by mail.
Readable notices from residents and visitors including Emma Uamble of Moston and George Welle of Burlington. Local sales at Varghin’s and New Central Market advertise goods and livestock. Nearby towns, hunting tips, and theater plans fill the day’s society pages with arrivals, visits, and events in Barre, Montpelier, and surrounding towns.
The advertisement touts Green Mountain Brand Sausage as always clean and fresh. It notes high demand kept them busy, invites meals for breakfast, and offers 13e per pound or two pounds for 2e, located opposite the New Depot.
A garbled social page notes public batty at Hotel Otia with 25 cent parasols at Perry's and a variety of entertainments. Mentions births, travels, and local social happenings including a ball game, visits by Thomas Waterman and Herold, a vestry gathering with musical numbers, and a charitable reception with cake and entrees.
Onville Clark died of height disease at around seventy after a long illness. Sisters Alles Jane and Abne Clark mourn his passing as friends and relatives gather. Funeral services planned at the late home Wednesday at two o'clock. Numerous Montpelier and Manchester names appear in local notices, visits, and gatherings. The community also notes a funeral, band concert, and a birthday celebration for Charles Holt with details of recent activities.
The Sunday school of the Congregational church holds the annual picnic at Dewey park tomorrow. Parishioners travel from the city on trolley cars. A social dance in Miles hall Saturday night is hosted by B S Blunehind on August 8.
Fragmented classified notice seeks a refined travel companion and a chamber maid position with weekly wages and expenses. Scattered lines mention men and women, a textile or dress styled request, and various names, urging inquiries.
The Daylight Store touts strong sales on ready made garments over the past two weeks. It emphasizes price as the draw for customers and quality as the key to steady demand.
Garment Department announces Silk Muslin sale with half price discounts on 250 Silk Muslin pieces in various colors and designs. Limited time offer to close out stock, prices from 28c to 4Ye per yard, emphasis on quick sale and large selection.
The note advertises cheap white skirts and waist sets for women, claiming good value despite quality. It mentions trimmed skirts, white waists, and a sale of remnants on tables this week, aiming to attract quick advertising-driven customers.
The entire stock of the bankrupt estate of L. M. Williams will be sold at public auction starting 1 30 PM on Saturday August 8 with all items including furniture carpets rugs pictures and fixtures going to the highest bidder. Also promotions for fresh fish and seasonal fruit are advertised with low prices and home delivery by phone.
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