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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1918
Page
2
An advertisement praises Hood’s Sarsaparilla with an iron tonic as a superior combo for blood purification and overall treatment. It claims two dollars spent on both cures more effectively than four dollars on any other therapy and urges readers to buy today.
New York reports the Salvation Army raised 2.275 million dollars for war work, surpassing the 1.0 million goal. Commander Evangeline Booth urged 100 Salvation Army women to join 900 already abroad, with 30,000 male officers in service and thousands more in other war duties.
The closing exercises were held as 42 graduates were honored. Alumni elected officers and a banquet was held despite a storm. Endowment totals stood at $67,000 of a $150,000 goal, with $9,000 raised that day and plans to complete the campaign in weeks.
William Senter, a Central Vermont freight train conductor from St. Albans, broke both legs after falling from a platform as a train shifted in the north yard at White River Junction on June 11. He was taken to St. Albans for treatment.
An advertisement promotes Father John's Medicine as a wholesome food tonic to gain flesh and strength. It claims no alcohol or dangerous drugs, over 60 years in use, and encourages starting after meals and at bedtime to see weight gain and strength improvements.
An old note explains a simple delatone paste for removing hair. Mix powder with water to form a stiff paste, apply to the area, wait about two minutes, then rub off and wash to remove hairs. Cautions that effectiveness depends on hair being removable.
Mrs. N M Nelson of 20 Merchant Street Barre testifies after a severe kidney attack left her with back pain and fatigue. She spent over a hundred dollars on remedies before Doan's Kidney Pills relieved the danger and restored strength. Six years later she still uses Doan's occasionally and finds them excellent. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY. Ad.
A Marlboro mother reports her infant’s seven month eczema cleared after using Cuticura Soap and Ointment. She describes watery pimples on the face, intense itch, and sleepless nights before healing after treatment. The testimonial lists Cuticura sent by mail for free samples.
The article blends a Montpelier school graduation program detailing a piano solo by Professor Jirmy and the Miss Marion Bickford quartet with a long list of graduates. It moves to a Washington casualty tally for World War II noting 19 killed in action 9 died of wounds and 137 severely wounded plus names of officers and soldiers from multiple states and towns.
Corporal Raymond C. Guyette, a native of Moretown, was greeted warmly by former friends as he arrived Thursday to speak in support of allies. The Northfield band provided music and the occasion was a memorable one. Also noted are local visits and residents receiving guests, with several families and individuals mentioned in connection to Montpelier Waterbury Waitsfield and Vergennes.
Charles E Starkey aged 60 of Brattleboro was found dead in his home Wednesday morning. He suffered asthma and probable heart failure after rising at night for a remedy. Born Townshend 1849 he left a wife Mary E Jepson and one sister Mrs Henry P Welman. He worked for the Brattle Organ company and later did odd jobs.
South Barre grange will hold its regular meeting Thursday evening with con fer ring of third and fourth degrees. Visiting patrons are always welcome.
Barres relief sufferers praise Neutrone Prescription 9 as a quick lasting remedy for rheumatism and neuralgia. The ad claims home testimonials prove its effectiveness and notes rapid popularity. Available in bottles at prices up to one dollar and mailed orders from J A Crown and leading druggists.
Pvt Edward A Wynn of Griffin Georgia died in an airplane accident. A Bayne of Grand Rapids Michigan died due to accident and other causes. Corp Philip J Waters of New York City died in service. Pvt Wente Parks of Madison Georgia and Pst Anthony Prischo of Brooklyn New York are also listed with causes pending verification.
Flint and Archola Cutler along with Gertrude Gauthier were mentioned as visiting. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hawes of Barre were guests of Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Atkins Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Bates returned from a motor trip to North Hampton Massachusetts. Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Flint visited their Washington home for a day last week.
Burlington news reports Samuel L Brown, 71, an longtime resident, drowned himself in Lake Champlain on June 11. His body remained underwater about four hours before recovery. He leaves two sons Samuel and George who are serving in the navy and army respectively, plus a brother in the army.
A dance is planned for Friday evening June 14 at the West Topsham hall. The event invites local residents to join in music and social dancing at the community venue.
Atlantic Port June 13. Crews of two neutral steamships Vindeggen and Henrik Lund torpedoed by German subs were rescued by a Danish merchant ship. They reported their ships were sunk about 25 miles east of Cape Charles. Vindeggen unloaded part of her copper cargo before sinking, transferring about 80 tons to the U boat.
Beginning Thursday June 13 Websterville will offer a 25 percent discount on all spring and summer hats. Florence Whitcomb East Barre is listed in the notice.
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