Rutland City Promises and Public Health Anecdotes
A scrambled 1900s era bulletin recalls Vermont business failures, civic reforms, and spats on sidewalk spitting. It notes Vermont had four commercial failures in 1907, six fewer in 1908, with low liabilities and fewer than neighboring New England states. It mentions efforts by residents including women to end sidewalk spitting and cites a St. Louis mayor hiring unemployed workers for public works. A Stowe resident, Reneiver Butt of the Menmt Nansfield electric railway, is highlighted as rising to public prominence with a bid for a year of service, reflecting civic ambitions of the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stowe
Reneiver
Nansfield
Still Struggling at Fair Haven and Taft Polls
Repor ts that two state quarrying firms resumed work at Fair Haven under regular rates avoids a union clash. Some workers had quit, while owners said rates were normal. The nine month dispute yielded limited change and continues to affect local prosperity as Washington Post polls show Taft leading Republicans and Brown leading Democrats though not proving constituent sentiment nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fair Haven
Valery Hagen
Washigton Post
National House
Taft
Brown
Mobeih
Post
Ground-Floor Hotels in Vermont Debated
Discussion notes a local sentiment favoring ground-floor hotels in Vermont over mountain-top designs. References to political figures and upcoming contests suggest broader public interest in regional development and lodging options amid national figures like Taft and Bryan.
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Vermont
Messenger urges hotel site changes for future patronage
The article discusses adjusting the location of a government hotel near Ver mont’s peak to better suit rising patronage. It notes a cinema that could be repurposed to meet developing needs and supports the Messenger’s suggestion for improvement.
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Veremont
Sunday Services In Various Churches This Week
Sunday services and sermon topics listed for Universalist, Congregational, Presbyterian, Episcopal, First Baptist, Swedish Evangelical Mission, and local church groups. Includes times for morning and evening prayers, Bible classes, catechism, and special events. Also notes community announcements and social activities surrounding worship services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Univerealist Church
Artiple
Pyramide of
Egypt and
The
Nile
Pistor
Martin and
Feet
Jesus
Rumor of Change at Burlington Station
Jan 18 rumor in Burlington claims a shake-up at the Central railroad station with Station Agent H W Barnum reported to have resigned. Local employees refused to discuss the rumor and Barnum himself did not confirm or deny it. Barnum, long time incumbent, arrived from Northfield to Burlington to succeed W H Luckett.
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Burlington
Raynor
Central Out
H. W. Barnum
Barnum
Ssn
Barun
Northfield
Vermont
W. H. Luckett
Local Notes From Randolph and Surroundings
Randolph residents report a concert featuring Louis Belanger of Bigbie and Isway 10 Springdelkc, plus Miss Harbours the musical instellator at the school. Mrs. Howard of Thomas' store takes a week’s vacation. Funeral service for John Martin held at Bethany church with G. A. R. attendance. A winter school term returns to normal. Bethany Guild meeting draws a good crowd. M. M. Wilton invites a banquet for the University club. Mrs. B. A. Durkee remains in poor health. William Bishop returns home. An operation for stone performed by Dr. Gile with Drs. Scott and Bailey assisting. full recovery expected.
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J. Raymore
Louis Belanger
Bigbie
Hare
Isway
Springdelkc
Miss Harbours
Mre. Gladding Tortie Re Peller
Howard
Thomas’ Store
Royalton
John Martin
Rochester Road
Bethany Church
Bethany Guild
M. M. Wilton
University Club
B. A. Durkee
Mrn Reve
Cine
Gile
Hanover
Scott and
Bailey
Slosson Wins a Second Time in World Championship Match
New York reports George Slosson defeats opponent for a second victory in a ten game series. Scores show 490 to 278 with a 60 wine run and averages 16 14 94. Sut ton posts a high run 49 and average 9 24. The series continues tonight.
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New York
George Slosson
Ao Frutt
Sutton
East Barre Illnesses Syndicate Local Notices
East Barre residents report illness as Mrs Minard and Mrs Taplin fall ill with grippe while Mire Taplin escorts Hradfort for a few days. The Coanoy family also recovering from an attack, and Frank Tacker’s relatives afflicted. A Cosmopolitan club Burns event notes meeting January 18 at 9 pm with early assembly.
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Minard
Taplin
Hradfort
Frank Tacker
Jty
Johny Fraser Surprised at Fifteenth Birthday Party
Weberville notes a surprise party for Johny A Fraser hosted by about twenty five friends on Thursday evening. Guests gathered at his home to celebrate with gifts and song while a phonograph played. The event concluded late with many returning home tired but happy.
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Johny A. Fraser
Bela
George
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Barre
Frank E. Langley
Barre Daily Times
Rutland
New England
Bratileboro
St. Louis
Evergig
North Main St
Barre, Vt
Housa
Fao
Gat Pepailiies
Threecaune
Tar
Ant
Figre
Bryan Stag de Fovemont
St Albauw Moe Jectiger
Epoak
Mount Mansfield
Arlingt
Burlington Trust
Ossi
City Hall Square
North
Burlington, VI
Ben A. Eastman, “. G. Howland
Presbyterian Church
Partor
Fresno
Nwn
Church of the Good Plot
Art Verson
Ayala Elas
St. Moniow’s Church
Thiver
Tor
Agymaiin
Epworth Feague
Topie
First Baptist Church
William &. Bealested
Sanday
Pery
A. Odanen
Con Cent
Waniet Tees
Hackson
Marre
Odman
Montpetier Haptiet Church
Williamstown
Restor Lynde
Lan Nyight
George Wittone
West Berlin
Isle Amys
Mr. Reed
Vale
Toorei
Viera
People’s National Bank of
Savings Department
Worthen Block
C. W. Melcher
F. N. Braley
D. P. Town
Jere McAuliffe
Mr. McAuliffe
al W. Wilson
Fred Martello
Kendrick
Kendricks
Vaughan
Randolph
William Bishop
Iilte
Taner Amtaden
Peart ‘Brown
Slosson
A. A. Smith
BRO
Young Bros
A.A. Smith & Bro
Barre Opera House
ATON
JOE Hotel
Hesidustater
Flages Wonderland ‘Moving Picture Company
Tee
Sweden
Private Atkinson
Dieppe
WM. Robertson
Ila Batchelder
Ty W. Plagu
East Barre
Theatorium
Palmer John
Geese
North Main Street
Websterville
D. F. Davis, “the Druggist
Barre, Vermont
R. G. Robinson
Wood Block
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