Barre Daily Times circulation and odd editorial notes 1908
The Barre Daily Times reports a weekly average circulation of 4,645, claims largest paid circulation in the area. The piece criticizes prominent figures including Attorney-General Fitts and President Tucker, with jumbled references to Daft College and several individuals. It condemns a Denver crime involving Father Lao Heinrichs and a church sacrament incident, framing it as a breach of peace and good will.
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Erie
Lao Heinrichs
Denver
Colorado
Brattleboro Fair Dates Clash With State Fair Plans
Local editorials argue over conflicting dates for the Brattleboro Valley Fair and Vermont State Fair. The Brattleboro Reformer notes the state fair set for September 20 22 and October 1 2 while the Valley fair runs September 20 30 with October 1 2, urging publicity and competitive strategies to attract exhibitors and relators amid legislative tensions.
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Tng
Vermont
Bratleboro
White River
Brattleboro
Procter
Iwceiption
Jemorow Ungislation Sparks Vermont Protest
Vermont representatives oppose a federal bill aiming to regulate railroad cars with compartment sections. Foster and Helio voice strong protests, arguing the measure oversteps state rights and burdens railroads and passengers alike.
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Vermont
Helio
Alnham Congressonn
Sunday Dinner Plans Mention AalgRt Adproers
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Sunday dinner with references to a Wy Bie plan and a poem or verse possibly tied to a Rav er Pi dnc or boli wa etl Hees. The text is garbled with missing letters and unclear names.
Controversy Over Segregated Transport in National Capital
A heated debate centers on segregated streetcar seating in Washington DC. Lawmakers discuss harmonizing public travel while preserving rights, with opposition framing the plan as forcing racial segregation. The measure failed by 104 to 87, ending the proposed “Timecruw” care in the Capitol area.
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Americe
Fudewa
Jean Te
Igten
United States
Mary
Fred Alabama
Latta
Great Republic
Columbia
Fragmentary note hints at a political contention
A garbled excerpt references a political struggle, pairings of names, and a comparison to a policy debate. The legible bits suggest a discussion of leadership and opposition, with tone implying critique of a figure described as wry and woeful, set against a public policy stance.
Forest Reserve Bill Debate Reflects Urgency and Opposition
A fragmented transcript shows strong factional tension over a Forest Reserve Bill. Debate centers on strict adherents, hostile objections in the North, and concerns about reporting by the committee and potential executive alignment. The speaker warns against delays, noting past obstacles and the urgency of timely action.
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Af Congress
Eapcicooe
Dollar and Cents View on Tutlend Politics
The piece argues that local voters face burden from municipal debt and interest payments tied to Republican influence. It claims annual interest totals rise with larger indebtedness, threatening tax and debt service costs for every resident, urging caution against further borrowing and expansion of city control by political machines.
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Toneiew
Rutland
Jerabih
Fragmented prose and poems echoing mischief and gossip
The snippet presents a collage of verse and quips from various papers and authors. It blends ragged dialect lines about love and social judgments with brief literary excerpts and jokes, including Uncle Jerry and Tommy’s Chlow. It reads like a miscellaneous current-literature roundup from multiple sources.
Something Fer Walden and the Wallen Vicinity Society Scene
A muddled report notes an event near Wallen with Fifteen young attendees and bottles mentioned. Rear Admiral Sagetnn and Rear Admiral Relley attend a Washington gathering discussing future plans and a social program.
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Wallen
Tinlad
Warkalye
Middlebury Honors Governor Proctor at Eighth Celebration
Governor Proctor attends Middlebury eighth observance with college plates and a tenor performance. The evening features speeches by Ralph Delaney Oscar Williams and James Richmond, with toasts by Prof. Willian Barrage and Gov. Proctor. Booster booths glow with national colors and incandescent light effects enhancing the scene.
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Governa Se
Thal
Tiro
Kara Braiment
Eid
C.H. Fright
Ing
Ralph i
Delaney
Oscar J. Williams
James
Richmond
Frank Farnaworth
Ludwig E Bedich
Washington
Pleasure Party Sleigh Accident In Poughkeepsie
A sleigh ride on Montgomery Street last night with 16 women aboard ended when the sleigh overturned after a hill descent. Injured were driver Braley Morgan and nine passengers including Lizzie Winter with a broken arm, Alice Cox with a broken leg, and Extére Van Keuren with facial injuries. several others suffered bruises, falls, and back strap failures.
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Tanaway
Montgomery Street
I Samtera
Brafley Morgan
Lily
Alice Cox
Curtailed Cotton Mills Extend Policy Citywide Vote
Boston district cotton manufacturers met yesterday and unanimously endorsed continuing the curtailment of production in mills for three more months. No new end date was set, with 75 percent of mills reportedly still partially operating while most New England mills remain affected.
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Boston
Koh
England
Montreal Honorary Degree Event For James Bryce
Montreal hosts James Bryce arriving from Ottawa for an honorary degree at McGill University. Sir Thomas Shangtinesey entertained guests at dinner last evening. Mr Heyer attends as a guest observer.
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James Bryce
McGill University
Montreal
Heb
Reitich
United States
Ottaance
Heyer
Thomas Shangtinesey
Professor Bourne Dead, Noted Historian Passes
Professor Edwant Bourne, renowned historian and longtime teacher at New Maven, Conn., died yesterday afternoon after a long illness. Bourne was among the country’s best known educators in history and authored several influential works.
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New Maven
Conn
Edwant Bourne
Isd
Jong
Tie Wan
A Possible Mistake in a Vague Court Report
A garbled OCR fragment from the Louisville Courier Journal hints at a courtroom exchange or misheard phrase. The readable bits reference a possible error, a medical term, and a stray remark about being mistaken for a seller or courier, but the context remains unclear.
Drawing the Line in a Western Editor Tale
A woman recalls choosing between two suitors after seminary life. Marshall Kingman’s failure in business contrasts with John Sisen’s practical genius, shaping a life choice that leads to a surprising, enduring partnership and a string of transformative ventures.
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Jobo Simon
Jobo
Abe
John
Bees
Lam
Romma
Marshall Kingman
Muntball
Mhe
John Sisen
Peveral Doye
Thes
Marschal Kingman
Marshall
West
Jeup Yaar
Afltar
Baltimore Ametean
Escape Attempt by Prison Convoy in Katarbitka
A detailed report from the To boluk gendarmerie describes a daring October escape by a convoy of thirty-three prisoners in Katarbitka. Eleven broke from the building, weapons clashed with guards, and two dozen prisoners fled into the forest despite casualties among the escort. The violence left several guards injured or killed and the escape marked by chaos in near darkness.
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Tragis
Toboluk
St. Petersburg
Katarbitka
Tuman
Tobblek
Biberian Reserve Regiment
Kutarbitka
Pellmell
Sentigel
Dea
Baltimors
How He Made It Up
Clark Williams, New York's superintendent of banks, commented on a bankrupt man. He noted the man offered worthless securities when he needed to borrow, then produced other bundles of even less valuable vouchers. He recalled a guest asking a waiter about bad items, and the waiter replied that three more were provided to cover the deficit.
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Clark Williams
New York
Walter
Sip
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