Railroads and reform in Vermont and New England rail commission
The piece argues drought relief in New England and praises the state railroad commission for progress, urging expansion of its powers after its board backed Bellows Falls recommendations. It notes Boston confusion over intoxication warrant criteria and hints at broader state demand for stronger railroad oversight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northfest
General Assembly
Railroad Commission
Boston
Jingles and Jests Across War and Weather
Fragmented snippets show witty quips on honor jokes and nature from several papers. Lines reference posts, trains, and a border tale with rustic humor. The collage hints at era humor and daily life amid conflict.
Emmons Rules Arrests for Drunkenness on City Streets
Chairman Emmons ordered police to arrest any man deemed intoxicated by staggering through the streets. Some officers oppose the policy arguing it targets individuals, while Judge Eaimans’ stance suggests public intoxication is a clear nuisance to pedestrians, including women. Boston police reportedly struggle with the measure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chaiman Emmons
Emmons
Polieefore
Eaimans
State news briefs and charges from Burlington to Washington
The price of milk rose to 9 cents a quart in Burlington due to drought. A young man killed near White River was identified as Edward McQuid of New Hampshire. Mary Donovan and Russell Albee, both 19, were arrested in Fitchburg for alleged polon conspiracy and face $500 bonds. John Rockefeller plans a summer visit at Bennington Center with E Parmiea Prentis and Mrs Prentiss. C E Fuller, ex Central Vermont power head, named deputy mechanical superintendent for the Hel system. A Senate sub-committee will tour territories, leaving Washington around the 20th for about six weeks, with members Nelson, Bartham, and Patterson aboard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White River
Edward McQuid
Eee N.H
Mary Donovan
Russell
Albee
Bellows Falls
Fitchburg
Pollon Court
John 1. Rockefetter
E. Parmiea Prentis
Mra. Prentiss
Bennington Center
C. E. Fuller
Central Vermont Railway
Kel
Ane
Meington
Senate
Washington
Nelson
Minnesota
Bartham
New Hampshire
Catterson
Colorado
Fragmented Vision in The President's Invoice Tale
The text presents a garbled, poetic monologue with fractured phrases and mixed imagery. It references places like New Mexico and the Golden Gate, along with items such as bowie knives, elk wares, riding boots, and a wealth of unspecified treasures. The speaker imprecisely mentions debt, payment, and avoidance of responsibility in a scratched, dreamlike voice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ted Agbe
Novovastia
Beyi Karwan
Bedeer
Tate
New Mexico
Golden State
Golden Gate
Rome
Vaughan Store White Sale at Barre’s Barre shop
The Vaughan Store announces a white sale honoring Barre and vicinity customers. It promotes a new undergarment department on the second floor, emphasizes quality over cheapness, expands with 250 additional pieces including corset covers and skirts, and advertises a special sale Monday and Tuesday with hosiery and Palmer Suiting offered at reduced prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barre
Vaughan
Palmer
J. W. Vaughan H Z Mills Old Stand at Main Street
J W Vaughan and H Z Mills operate their old stand located at 44 North Main Street in town. The brief notice lists the address and principal parties involved in the business location.
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New England
Rutland News
Ratigro
Ilinois
Just
Schrafft’s Chocolates
Ata
D.F. Davis
Drugeist
D. F. Davis
North Main St
Isirts
Rogers & Grady Co
TOE Outfitters
Quinlen
Che Eaen
Jore
Podner
Chicazo News
L. P
H. C. Gleason
Montpelier, Vt
Mary
Brooklyn
COLLINS @ COLTON
State Street
Burlington
Dreath
Rexall
Red Cross Pharmacy
Barry & Williams
New Tomasi Block
Cor. Main and
Merchant Sts
T. H Barry
Averill St. L
M. Williams
Jefferson St
South End
Parsons & Skinner
South Main Street
Vaughan Store
White Sale
J. W. Vaughan
H. Z. Mills
Old
Barre, Vermont
Dorothy Dodd
Badger, McLean & Co
A. W. Badger & Co
Morse Block
Barre, Vt
Federal Directors House
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