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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1907
Page
4
Barre Daily Times reflects on football’s strength versus brains and cites historic rough play. It recalls Vermont Congressman Matthew Lyon striking Rep Griswold in a 1790s House incident and notes the ongoing precedent debates over sports and conduct.
The failing suspect identification method sparked a rare intervention in New York as a magistrate questioned several prisoners seized on evidence allegedly manufactured by police, highlighting concerns about integrity in the arrest process and the handling of detainees.
The passage reflects on hypocrisy in law and liquor regulation, criticizing public morals and policing. It discusses the role of inspectors and the moral stance of citizens, referencing debates on detention and reform practices in Vermont and the broader legal system.
The column lists visits and greetings as Norman and A Blair traveled to New York for a week's visit. Mary A McKenzie arrived in Haven for the holidays to stay with her parents. Mrs Southwick, recently discharged, returned to North Montpetier. The Western Union Telegraph Company reported heavy orders amid a storm. A charity ball Saturday night drew a good crowd. Harvey Gay and Mrs Charles Walker won the first prizes while Willacy McCare and Mrs Carl Perkins took the second. Mr and Mrs William Nieod departed for unspecified plans.
Mrs Dan Meleod and family thank friends for kindness and sympathy shown during our time of trouble signed M HL Meleod and family.
Card of Thanks expressing gratitude to friends and boys who assisted during a bereavement and to those who gave donations or condolences, signed by Mrs Jeremiah McCarthy and family.
Carl Hunt visits Bethel with friends while Dre J W Jackson recovers from illness. Miss Martha Abate goes to Benton to reside. Charles Young travels to Troy for a trip. Willie Carroll visits Handolph to see relatives. Albert Martello goes to Manchester to visit friends. Angelo Intis Howton visits on business. Peter Ward plans a visit in Port Henry. John Chignowsth travels to St Albany for a few days. W N Vaneer to Worcester for holidays. Miss Sadie Cate Calate visits uncle ML Green. George Hand returns from a four weeks West trip. John Hardigan and Barney Grimes go to Boston for holidays. Mr and Mrs William Trenworth visit Concord. William Carson returns from South Framingham for Christmas. Alex Trail and Joseph Fraser return from Jackson to spend holidays locally. Thirty eight candle pin bowlers qualify for roll-off at Brazell's alleys with prizes.
Roller Bhatt performs at the opera house on Thursday evening under manager Spencer.
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