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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1914
Page
4
Barre Daily Times covers local chatter from Rutland tax gains to Sen James Lewis, and celebrates Austine school for the deaf and blind progress prizes. It critiques Burlington News for attacking a vehicle crash survivor and comments on editorials and public figures in Vermont.
Barre public schools ended the year with the graduation of 43 students from the secondary course. The event capped a year of steady progress across all grades from primary to high school, with smooth administration and strong cooperation among staff.
The text discusses public opinion turning against crime when it becomes oppressive, noting a common US pattern of seeking to wipe out crime. It argues human nature may not differ much between Britain and America, suggesting similar beliefs and reactions.
Describes last days of school season and vacation wear with blue and white striped suits, extra trousers options, and wash and pants suits for boys from age three. Includes sailor and Russian blouse styles, folk and double-breasted designs for older boys, plus special value suits for men.
A debate over violent acts tied to woman suffrage emerges as arson and vandalism spark public outrage. The piece warns of swift retaliation and a shift in British public sentiment against propagandists and criminal acts, emphasizing the danger to property and order.
Credit to Hardwick Stonecutters is given for the granite workers and the company that employs them as they gather on Main Street Friday afternoon to pay homage to their late employer Hardwick Gazette.
A Vermont political column argues the Republican party must tackle court expenses to maintain public trust. It notes Governor Fletcher’s push to reduce judiciary cash outlays and streamline operations, urging the party to adopt this duty responsibly, while defending Fletcher’s stance against critics who label it politics.
A list of Sunday worship times and sermon topics across multiple churches including Mission Union Sunday School, Swedish Mission, St John the Baptist Episcopal, East Barre Congregational, First Presbyterian Graniteville, Church of the Good Shepherd, Christian Science, Berlin Congregational, First Baptist, Salvation Army, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Congregational Church, Universalist Church, Spiritualists, Hedding Methodist. Includes sermon topics such as The Miracle of Spring and There the Increasing Power, with Sunday schools, services, and open invitations.
The Vergennes Enterprise argues that exposing state expense growth is essential for Vermont. It condemns secrecy in government spending, labeling it a failing "keep it quiet" policy and urges candid accounting to protect the state's finances and reputation.
Vermont local notes report Mrs. J. H. Carmody's death at White River Junction, with a large turnout at the funeral. The column covers graduations, travels, and absences of residents visiting colleges such as Wellesley College and Mount Holyoke, plus a car accident involving eight year old Louis Peleber, and town affairs like mill sales and school staffing changes.
The Bristol Herald criticizes Vermont farmers for failing to specialize their maple products and argues the state farmers lose most of the consumer dollar to middlemen. It cites maple sugar and syrup prices, transportation costs, and adulteration issues, urging Addison county and White River Valley apple growers to organize for better returns.
A brief insurance ad highlights security for a mother father sister or elder servant through an annuity. It directs readers to write or call for information and lists National Life Insurance Co of Vermont mutual with S and Ballard general agent Lawrence Padding Montpelier Vt as contact.
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