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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1906
Page
7
The readable text references ancient Troy ruins atop a hill, four cities destroyed by fire, and eclipse events used to anchor historical dates. Mentions Medes and Lydians, a total sun eclipse around 610 BC, and value of sun and moon eclipses in chronology.
The University of Vermont Burlington plans a large delegation to the Northfield students conference in East Northfield Mississippi from June 28 to July 4. Expected numbers range from fifteen to twenty five as health authorities report excellent city water quality with no disease germs found in two months of testing.
The June commencement schedule for the University of Vermont lists events from June 23 to 28. Activities include prize lectures, a laureate sermon, alumni gatherings, senior promenade, Phi Beta Kappa meeting, alumnae breakfast, athletic meetings, cornerstone laying for Moglish Hall, steamer excursion, degree conferrals, and a corporation dinner, with times and locations noted across college venues.
In a playful critique titled Hats and Hats Off, the piece muses on fashion and propriety as coats umbrellas gloves hats and shade intersect with social rules. A witty narrator notes the hat’s social role and the impracticalities of rule enforcement across a sunlit world.
The Worcester Telegram reports a massive candle, claimed as the biggest in the world, presented to St George's church by Mrs. Simon George. It stands about six feet tall, cost $25 to manufacture, and is showcased behind the altar for special masses.
A Bohemian poem contemplates whether hearts were trumps in love’s earlier honest play. It recalls distant days when affection felt simple and loyal, contrasting with present woes and questioning if love could return to that gentler, trumplike balance.
Estate of Linus Lane in the district court at Montpelier seeks settlement of estate assets. The notice lists the late Linus Lane and names Hiram Parleton as judge with guardians and claimants and sets forthcoming proceedings in the district.
A corrected Central Vermont Railway timetable item notes a passenger train leaving Barre daily at 4.00 a m on weekdays only. Details mention stations and connections including Williams, New York, and Stuartfield with trains en route to Bluewater and Wear, reflecting a schedule update effective October.
An old advertisement warns that haters wear of hate and dandruff germs infest the scalp causing baldness. It promotes Herpicide as a cure and hair stimulant, claiming it kills germs and avoids injurious substances. Sold by leading druggists with a sample offer from The Harplicide Co. Detroit. Rickert & Wells act as special agents.
The caller questions the hostess about Mae and a servant’s romance as she hints at altering a dinner in Mae’s honor to win her favor. The judge’s remark suggests skepticism about the plan and the seriousness of the courtship.
Two tenement house in Barre offers steady rental income with quick access to electric cars and stone sheds. Owner seeks exchange for a building lot or small cottage and allows monthly payments. House in first class repair. price and terms negotiable. contact at Franklin Street, Barre, Vermont, telephone 223-13.
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