Barre Daily Times 1917 War Hype and Liberty Bond Drive
Barre Daily Times notes Mayor Curley of Boston declares war on England gossip and urges spread of Liberty bonds. It praises Barre volunteers and the draft, recounts Brusilov's command, and lauds Bennington patriotism while reporting British torpedo boat actions and German naval setbacks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curley
Boston
Knogland
England
John Sparge
Bennington
United States
Juthend
New Port Publisher Sees Slow Season and Train Shifts
J W Hildreth, publisher of the New Port Express, notes a sluggish northern Vermont season with maple sugar from drifted snow delayed to May 29. He recalls a 1914 England wartime rail disruption under Kitchener, urging Americans to adapt to shorter schedules for the greater good, as rail or troop movement takes precedence over individual convenience.
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J. W. Hildreth
Newport Express and Standard
Vermont
Hildreth
Wileroughby Lake
Cbrattleboro
England
Kitchener
Germany
France
Great Britain
Boston Globe
Ed Parkes and the Rise of Sanitary Science
Obituary praising Ed mund Alexander Parkes born March 29 1819 physician sanitarian and author who died at 56 of pulmonary tuberculosis. The piece lauds his influence on sanitary science from sewer cleaning to hygiene education and notes war experiences that boosted public health conduct in London India the Crimea and America.
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Edmund Alexander Parkes
Knapack
India
Crimea
London
Parkes
Lange
United States
New England Summer to Ease War Strain in Brief Run
A New England summer is welcomed as rain and sun signal leisure amid wartime measures. Travel may shrink as railroads cut passenger service yet most boats and lines promise safe, pleasant trips. The piece criticizes cotton shipments aiding Germany, urging government control to end explosives material flow and curb profiteers.
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Barre
Federal Bureau of Standards
New England
Maine
Boston & Maine
Poiint
Benefts
Germany
Holland
Scandinavian
America
Iin
Pine
Iti
National Association of Uniion Manufacturers
Association
Manchester Union
Concrete for Silo Foundations at Jime Farm and Fireside
An old notice outlines best materials for silo foundations noting concrete as superior for foundations and floors. It discusses excavation four feet deep to reach frost protection and lists options for silo construction including wood staves, reinforced concrete, hollow tile, brick, and metal. It adds that June to early August provide ideal foundation conditions as ground dries for easy digging.
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Jime
Evils of Adenoids Warns of Health Menace to Children
A state board of health bulletin explains adenoids are soft growths at the back of the throat and can cause mouth breathing, frequent colds, earache, and dull facial expression. Early removal is advised as delay worsens risks including diphtheria and scarlet fever. cold air and medical checkups recommended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board of Health
Fresh Air Effect on Adenoids After Operation
Fresh air taken in through the nose helps prevent adenoids returning after surgery and can act as both a preventive and curative measure for adenoids.
Most Sensitive Nerves Cause Greatest Pain
A definition splits irritation from pain. Fingers tips and tongue end are highly sensitive, with burns and eye irritants causing acute pain. Deep wounds hurt mainly at the surface. neuralgia of the fifth nerve tops facial pain and has driven people to madness briefly.
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Pearson’s Weekly
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Claas Mai
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Barre Daily Times, Inc
Frank E. Langley
Mongolia
Liberty
Brusiloi
Brusilof
Hag
U. S
U.S
Amal
Burlington
Barre City Hospital
Marre
Rogers
North Main Street
Agerom
Peace Commission
F. H. Rogers & Company
A. W. Badger & Co
Ajax Tires
Ajax
Iene
H. F. Cutter & Son
Vermont Mutual
Fire Insurance Company of
Montpelier, Vt
Berlin
Orange
Lyn
Pose Bank
Tia Et Ust CO
Ramrott
YinPome
Wiley
Easteen
Mt Beeteeil
Smee
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