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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1919
Page
2
In St Louis Dec 5 Federal Judge Furie in the U S district court barred the district attorney and the collector of internal revenue from enforcing the Volstead act as to whiskey and wine pending further orders.
Scrofula is described with eruptions and sores and neck gland swelling. it can affect internal organs and may lead to consumption if untreated. The ad claims Hood's Sarsaparilla is effective for scrofula after generations of use and promotes a bowel-cleansing claim with its use.
Federal Judge Mayer granted writs of habeas corpus for Alexandre Berkman and Emma Goldman yesterday after Marty Weinberger petitioned. Berkman and Goldman were taken to Tolland for deportation to Soviet Russia at government expense but intend to contest the move. Berkman predicted a revolution in the United States within a few years.
A fragment notes a tonic and laxative named Hromo Quinine with a box signature by W. Roe. The text mentions preventing Oak Grip and Tatluensa and lists a price of 30e. It reads like an ad style claim urging fortification against grip with dubious branding.
Jimmy Wilde the British flyweight champion makes his first American appearance in a ten round no decision bout against Jack Sharkey at the Auditorium Milwaukee. Wilde expected to weigh near 111 pounds and is favored around 2 to 1 over Sharkey who will scale 116 pounds. Seats priced from 1 to 3 and thousands expected from Chicago New York and Cleveland for the event.
Washington December announces the navy department will issue bronco design victory buttons to all reserve or regular navy personnel who served in the war. Recruiting stations may give them to eligible discharged or active duty members, with a supplemental distribution to be supervised by the bureau of navigation in Washington. Silver buttons will be given to those wounded in the war, in addition to the victory medal whose distribution is expected to start soon.
Toledo resumes the old streetcar fare system after a period of change. Henry J. Doherty announced the 4 30 p.m. return with a five cent fare for rides and one cent for transfers. The council clerks and transit officials had debated changes amid the prior election.
The Republics of South Dakota hold conventions to select presidential contenders for different parties as primary votes near in March. Voters may face splits between endorsements and name petitions, with Wood and Wilson among discussed options. The piece notes governor activity and Democratic unfamiliarity with fine details while highlighting Wood’s publicity and Republican edge in the election machinery.
At the 128th hour of Madison Square Garden’s six day race nine teams led by Buysse and Spissens are tied with 224 miles and eight laps completed. Brocco and Verri sit one lap back with Bello and Thomas behind them as Spencer and Chapman trail by three laps. Weber, Magin, Dupuy and Coburn suffered minor falls but continued. Three teams have dropped out. finish is at midnight.
Chicago Dex 6 August Herrmann of Cincinnati, chairman of the national commission, in conference with Mr Johnson about routine business. The dispute over the third team’s purse from the recent world series was not discussed. Money remains in escrow pending court disposition of Pitcher Carl Mays matter.
A high school championship football game was played today at Scottfield to determine the title between Somerville Mare and Scott high schools. South has not played in three years. Somerville reportedly faces a tough challenge, with past Intercity and East titles noted in their history.
An information for contempt of court was filed yesterday by United States District Attorney L. Ert Stack and Attorney General Dan W. Simme against two Clinton Indiana locals of the United Mine Workers. It charges violation of Judge Andersons injunction by paying strike benefits.
An old advertisement touts a child laxative syrup named Calcivema with fruity taste and directions on the bottle. It urges mothers to use it for stomach liver and bowels and insists the product is harmless and best. It concludes with a prompt to say California.
An advertisement touts Seven Bark s as a natural root and herb remedy for stomach disorders, insomnia, and related ailments. It claims the product expels acids and poisons, restores digestion, and improves sleep, urging readers to ask their druggist to buy for 50 cents.
Excerpts praise Christian Science founder Mrs. Eddy and her Works. The piece argues angels and divine inspiration originate in Mind God and heal, uplift, and guide humanity, urging readers to welcome these inspirations and follow Eddy’s teachings for spiritual safety and goodness.
Halifax reports government vessels race to aid light houses and wireless stations along the Labrador coast after the Aramore ran aground near Cape Whipple. The Montcalm keeps two miles away amid dangerous shoals while attempting to transfer cargo or rescue the Aramore crew who spent the night ashore.
Figures compiled by the United States Geological Survey show domestic ore zinc production 247 484 tons and foreign ore 7 94 tons for the first half of 1919 totaling 245 502 tons. Stock at smelters rose to 69 851 tons by June 30 from 41 241 tons in 1910. War department holdings near 1920 included 21 000 tons of grade zinc and 6 000 tons of other zinc. Latest war department invoice lists 10 821 tons zinc and 6 tons sheet zinc on hand.
The report notes partial stock declines tied to government holdings of top grade shelter brands by larger producers. It records apparent period consumption at 150,600 tons vs 212,660 in late 1918 and 21,470 in early 1918 half. Zinc output includes ore plus redistilled from ashes, with total grades 30,154 A 25,802 B 43,481 C and 169,398 D.
A fragmented historical note highlights Emerson Amended, described in peculiar phrasing as a figure capable of anything and destined to make a mark that the world will hear. The excerpt references his door as a metaphor for recognition, with elusive mentions of paths and encounters.
A Boston Transcript quip notes a wife signs all blank checks to prevent forgeries. The joke highlights trust in domestic finances and a punchline about safeguarding money through blank permissions.
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