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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1908
Page
4
A cluttered 1908 North American item lampoons editors and public figures. It mocks the Watt Hughes affair, immigration fare, anthracite centennial, Taft supporters, and Redfield Proctor with tangential asides about Vermont and press life. It includes fragmented quotes and playful digs at newspaper culture and politics.
Fred J. Davis, secretary of the state board of agriculture and Windsor County resident, enters the Vermont governor hopeful scene. His candidacy unsettles the anticipated Republican field as former candidate Allen M. Fletcher withdraws, while Davis’ agriculture work strengthens his bid amid statewide speculation. The piece notes debates on party strength and the era’s broader views on education and discipline.
The fragmentary OCR text references an East Barre location with unclear event details. Names and specifics are partially garbled, but it hints at a local incident or notice requiring confirmation. No clear persons, dates, or organizations are fully readable in the surviving portion.
The Mes says a repeal of the 1900 law on cutting trees brush grass and weeds along highways would be a mistake. Officials deny vandalism claims and urge keeping a law that conserves highway beauty, warning against narrowing the statute or misinterpreting its aims. The Albany Messenger notes that clear language is needed without weakening protections.
Fragmentary editorial voice rumbles about Vermont democracy, reform, and public responsibility. It contrasts political talk with street cleanliness and school spelling efforts, noting the need for civic accountability and better education. The piece shifts to praise for local editorials and critiques of public discourse.
A fragmentary quotation advocates spelling reform to improve reading pleasure and comprehension. It argues against rigid memorization of many words, urging learners to focus on understanding meanings and developing a broader command of English for lifelong benefits.
Northfield last evening opened its annual band fair with a varied program. Readings include selections by N. U. orchestra under Mr. Lente, vocal solos by Margery Devine, and a children’s double quartets act. Prizes and a cash contest of $75 for merchants’ association members add excitement as dancing follows the evening’s entertainment.
The funeral of Mrs. John Adams was held at the Methodist Church. Edson conducted the service at his undertaking rooms after the ceremony. visitors have begun clearing town accounts for the past year. C M Spaver recovering from grippe. D W Fissy’s Wonderland Moving Picture Co. to show at the town hall Wednesday night with new pictures and songs. Edwin Whitney recovering from a shoulder injury at the feed store. George Brush returned to Proctor to manage farm interests. Miss I O Robinson has rented her place and will move this spring. The Norwich University Musical Club plans an entertainment on February 20 under Vil improvemment auspices. There are 28 tickets reserved at M J Drury store starting Monday, February 17.
Cabot town notes report Mrs Abbie Smith visiting Roatan to see her daughter while a son is born to Mr and Mrs 1 1B Keithen last Werthesley. Grace Shaw of Barre engages in home tours. a baby Farrand Winslow is born to Mr and Mrs Arthur Hodgden. The Alpha Duras league schedules donations for the Laywer Cate school fundraiser on February 17 and 18. The funeral and local labor changes are briefly mentioned amid scattered names and places.
Montpelier reports bids for the new city hall building and equipment. Twenty seven bids received with four for plumbing. committee will refigure the job. Memorial service announced for Miss Frances Willard. School commission notes state aid hampered by poor accommodations and the need for a new high school building. Reports from Brattleboro and Vergennes include officers and railway news. A communication seeks signatures for Ys release, described as a political Dreyfus of the United States, spreading to multiple states.
Fragmented verse and stage references capture a restless writer’s struggle with timing and inspiration. The speaker frets over deadlines, a stalled muse, and shifting clocks, weaving theatrical hints with personal frustration and a sense of urban bustle.
Random home notices and social chatter fill a South Ayegate page. Items include Anjrus A. Smith visiting with friends from Jefferson Hill, updates on neighbors Charles Rowamtem and Courge Brown’s kin, and Margaret Benton planning a two week visit. The column blends greetings with brief family news and local chatter, plus magazine-style jokes and quotes from papers.
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