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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1908
Page
4
A garbled fragment recalls a wide range of topics from rising newspaper circulation to politics and taxation. Mentions of Speaker Cole, Montpelier, Cardinal Gibsone, New Jersey libel cases, Japan’s exposition, and a Boston court appearance fuse into a chaotic 19th century style mention of public figures, taxation concerns, and social topics without coherent narrative.
The state board of health reports tests on Vermont milk show two thirds of samples fall below standards while two thirds rise above. Some dealers refuse to meet regulations, prompting the attorney general to notify county attorneys to pursue legal action to enforce compliance.
Officials urge stricter adherence to dairy supply standards amid concerns about fair competition. The move aims to ensure dealer compliance and promote growth by encouraging more programmatic industry fellows to enter the business.
The article advocates better ventilation in churches theatres and other public spaces to curb illness. It cites unheated spaces with foul air and closed seating, urges open doors for fresh air, and recalls Vermont's 1900 legislature promoting improved ventilation in public rooms as a model for readers to demand safer conditions.
Burlington Pek 12 A local meeting marks the Weanen Auxiliary routing to benril of insectline of Suriington. An attendance of about 100 gathers at one oclock for the Heet celebration and nearby prayer. W T funyn of wpliebary presides, with brief remarks on Mission.
An elderly resident of South Wyegate died after a long illness. The report notes the decedent, aged about 77, leaving a widow and several children. Burial details and further kin not fully readable in the fragment.
Montpelier notes Grover Burk Wax elected basketball captain amid school shakeups, while William Heggie resigns. Mrs B A, wife of a local pastor, remains unconscious since Wednesday night with recovery uncertain. Funeral details for Mrs. Baton listed. Eston, Coburn family ties noted. Legal action in Watertary court as Frank Bickford faces charges. Jacksonville trip and Chase divorce case referenced. case settlement and bail details mentioned.
The article discusses potential gubernatorial support from Windsor County and mentions Major Henry of Chater Major Heie as a prominent state figure, debating his suitability for statewide leadership. It critiques local and county service, notes past records, and argues for or against electing a strong regional figure to represent broader interests.
The plant reports rising activity with two of four shot shell machines in operation and the metallic cuptrite departments showing ongoing work. The branch is back on line, though it is hard to wrench up production. Only 22 short cartridges are being made as machinery prepared for metallic cartridges remains in place.
Frank and Gonyea of Oplchester were arraigned in city court for illegal liquor sale. Trial continued and bond set at unknown amount. A separate case against Gomyon in Justice Macomber's court was continued. condemnation orders directed destruction of seized items. Gonyea appealed to county court.
Classified notice seeking a correspondent to engage with a firm named Pepicatetaer ce ta and a separate ad inviting applications for labor at Fire labs Iugiper to Fallow trays with Stephen & Gerd, Marre, mt as contact references.
J Dodge the jeweler at 100 Main Street Barre advertises a ten day sale offering all clocks at twenty percent off. The notice highlights a window display and cites a nickel clock example priced at 8e.
A mosaic of fractured verse and comical exchanges appears, mixing rhymed quips about love and Bend, courtroom gibes, and snapshots of society. Notable lines pivot on Nellie Stoppit and a playful judging scene, with scattered references to newspapers and everyday banter.
A husband recounts married life with Beatrice, who is praised as amiable yet imposes petty rules. He clashes with her insistence on order, and a wrongful post leads to a costly aunt’s bequest and a bitter exchange. The tale ends with lingering concern over her perceived perfection and his temper. Edgar Thompson.
A 19th century note highlights English cider in the cider counties as a staple of Christmas traditions with a legend about drinking for vitality and revelry. The text emphasizes cider’s notable presence in holiday celebrations and social gatherings.
A Detroit free public bathhouse named The Jars opens after a year of club women activism led by Clara B. Arthur, president of the Michigan Equal Suffrage Association. The piece mentions Mrs. Kota Coover Harvey as London District Education Board president and notes various long histories and connections of women across Weld County, Massachusetts, Arkansas, and New York.
A fragmentary excerpt from Atchison Globe discusses vanity and friendship with a quip about pimples. The tone hints at social commentary and humor, reflecting columnist style and reflective aphorisms.
Prince Frederick Leopold’s three young sons begin at Gross-Licht r settlement to study practical mechanics. The Turkish sultan, earning about 4.0 million yearly, deposits savings with the Bank of France, under patronage of King George of Greece and King Leopold. A German East Africa diploma shows the sultan’s loyal service and readiness to ascend the throne.
Four current members of the House hold union cards. They may lack power to push major labor aims but will back pro union policies within their influence. The six tieth Congress includes William B. Wilson and T. D. Nicholls of Pennsylvania, William J Cary of Milwaukee, and J. T. McDermott of Chicago stockyards.
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