04 Jan 1905
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1905
Page
1
Barre residents take pride as the fire department receives a chemical engine, a fine hook and ladder truck, and two horses purchased for 550 dollars. A regular driver and an assistant are hired for steady service, while a central South Main Street building nears completion, with plans for more regular personnel.
A local ad proclaims New Year resolutions not to bore readers with jingles. It touts daily notices of fresh ads, offers thirty two nut brown suits at $16, and promises special low winter prices to protect shopper wallets.
Citizens note a heavy outlay yet positive returns, with promised insurance savings once the fire station is finished. The chemical engine proves the spending wise, and inspectors and the city council push improvements around the business center. Health officer reports few contagious diseases and only four deaths last year, mostly from consumption and pneumonia. Franklin County tops county bankruptcies, a troubling position for Washington County.
The city of Barre shows strong organization activity as landlords propose forming a group to safeguard their interests. The move suggests coordinated actions to address housing policy and tenants issues in the local market.
A fragment suggests discussions among nations about ending the Far Eastern conflict. It posits that prevailing pacific wishes from other powers could hasten a settlement, though no concrete plan or participants are named.
A garbled item from the Press of the State and Country discusses Prince Khitkof envisioning an automobile sleigh. The design reportedly uses a spiked wheel and gasoline motor to drive over ice and a screw propeller for water, with references attributed to the London Globe.
The Springfield Republican notes skepticism over the czar’s planned navy, suggesting costs run into several hundred million and implying past fleets harmed Russia more than helped, as naval proposals often appear self-defeating.
A romantic wedding occurred at Guthrie Oklahoma Territory near Pewee Island depot as train 13 waited. Groom Gonton W. Shofner of Anadarko wed Miss Ida May Sheridan of Cadwell with Rev. E. M. pastor officiating. Train 12 carried the couple on to their southern home amid best wishes.
A compact notice details items including ladies' demons and gold watches offered at Burr and Co's outlet. It notes available stock, pricing ranges, and purchase options with emphasis on style and value. Limited quantities advertised to attract buyers.
The store announces a spring stock sale with large discounts on ready to wear dresses including silk and wool pieces at 15 to 20 dollars and 25 dollar velvet and silk dresses. Mohair shirt waist suits and coats are offered at reduced prices as part of the waist sale of the season.
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