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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1908
Page
4
A Brattleboro editorial notes the mild smallpox epidemic with 75 cases and one infant death. It praises clergy and spouses for steadfast roles, cites a Swanton pastor and wife, and endorses Rutland County deer hunters pledging not to shoot does to aid 1908 deer preservation efforts.
The New York exhibition draws vast crowds with millions visiting to learn about tuberculosis, its symptoms, and prevention. Officials aim to educate the public on health care, germ theory, and treatment, hoping to spark personal action against the disease.
A colonial-era editorial argues laws alone cannot curb tuberculosis. It urges clear public understanding of infection, treatment, and prevention. Community cooperation among citizens, physicians, and lawmakers is essential, with emphasis on improved homes and sanitary conditions and nationwide educational campaigns. It cites Boston and Providence exhibitions as models for other cities.
The piece argues the town license demand acts as a state tax on voting for license while towns voting no gain no return. It claims Republicans pledge to uphold local option but undermine it as prohibitionists push changes. The writer labels the plan a growing fraud in party pledges.
In an upcoming event at The Art Store corner Main and Pearl, attendees will browse a full line of Society and age era textiles including Pillow Tops, Hand Embroidered Shirt Waists, Daisies, Pin Cushions, and Holiday Novelties. Free embroidery lessons are offered with a cordial welcome to all.
A 15 cent tax on the second year of automobile value and a later 10 000 for two years move through the House amid amendment disputes. Mr Bacon of Hartford introduced the bill, with Whiteman of St. Athan proposing a court salary increase. Christmas tree dealers face an extra license tax and a 5 cent per tree levy, debated with farmers’ earnings cited. supporters included Goodell and Arm es while opponents named Fal ter, McClintock, Otis, Hindedale, and Cook.
Yesterday afternoon the House passed several concurrent measures, including 112 on duties of the board of penal institutions and the auditor of accounts. It also approved H 6 on municipal grants and the incorporation act for Enosburg Falls. Third reading ordered for W 495 salaries of supreme and superior court judges and related registration fees, plus S08 on juror fees and other measures. The Senate amendments to HH 40 on cutting trees were rejected by the House, which proposes state stand the expense for such work.
Senate afternoon session shows third readings and passes on many bills including acts to revive rates, incorporate firms, and regulate public proceedings. Reconsiderations amended then passed. resolutions on education, insane commitment appeals, and town governance noted along with fire escape requirements for tall buildings.
The remaining partners will wind up the firm The Permanente Partnership dissolves as of the stated date. Remaining partners Antegd and ang croaie will share assets and liabilities according to their amended agreement.
A Vermont general committee hearing debated a bill requiring weekly cash wages for lumbering firms. Witnesses including George Van Dyke of Connecticut Valley Lumber pled for the measure, arguing workers need regular pay while company reps defended current wage practices and payment methods.
Holiday month sale offers good quality clothing at low prices. Lists various suit prices from around 4.93 to 22.50 and overcoats, indicating value for $10.00 suits and discounts, urging shoppers to buy now.
From now on through our long cold Vermont winter you'll need some sort of a fur coat. If you don't care to spend a large amount and all want really good coat come here. Below are true value prices and what we sell now for. Coon Skin Coat, moth proof. $49.50. Fur trimmed coats range from $16.50 to $35.00, with moth proof options and various sizes.
A local notice touts a full sweater assortment in grades and sizes at manor prices. It claims sweaters are the best general utility garment and highlights multiple price points from 49 cents to 2.98 with emphasis on warmth and value for boys.
A vintage store advertisement promotes Christmas gifts including lined dress gloves, neckwear, suspenders and watches. It highlights low prices for rings, suspenders, and Waltham and Elgin watches, inviting readers to watch ads and visit the store for Christmas gifts.
In a town hearing, Attorney Amey questions a Stratford storekeeper about large weekly wage payments and a flood of checks tied to alleged misconduct. Foremen from Conn Valley and Fit Company defend weekly pay as unsafe to honor, while other witnesses claim liquor problems and potential job losses loom. Relations between lumber firms and workers are strained amid lawsuits and fear of layoffs.
Food experts declare pure tapioca healthful and nutritious. Four hundred pounds of Pearl Tapioca in sanitary white cloth sacks displayed in the window. Receipts on sacks explain simple preparation. This week four sacks at 25 cents. Also fresh Fancy Head Carolina cornmeal in clean sacks, three sacks for 25 cents. Guaranteed under pure flow. Delivery clerks available.
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