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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1911
Page
7
A Boaton Globe article argues that the ideal shorter workday should evolve from worker needs and social betterment. It links eight hours to intelligent production, civil improvement, and broader opportunity, urging gradual reduction only as public demand and productivity justify it.
The article argues that discontent fuels historic progress from freedom quests to industrial reforms. It credits unions with advancing the eight hour day and worker education, urging wage earners to stay active and resist complacency. It condemns contentment as stagnation, urging solidarity and ongoing push for industrial victory.
The passage describes Arthur G. Brows of Jurele consuming poison from a cupboard in a barn, dying within hours. It mentions widespread antipox scare among Hatland schoolchildren, quarantine enforcement in the street, a Greensboro Bend farm fire with unknown cause, dairy and livestock losses, and regional concerns over livestock shipment laws between Vermont and Canada affecting Burlington and northern New York tracks. The report also notes a 53-year legal career ending in Wisconsin and a kale treatment trial near Shelburne.
Montpetier high school held its commencement exercises in the city last night. The class numbered many. salutatory by Marjorie Damer, ill and unable to present, read by Mike Bowman. Speakers included Harold Pape, Florence Perkins, Clarence Pike, and others. diplomas awarded by Z. J. Brownson, with music from the high school choir. The eighth grade presented a bridge trophy and a traveling bag as gifts.
Early entry doors at 7 30 announced for the June Carnival. The program includes The Hobbit Rag a bobble harem skirt style act and a new song Kelley Has Gone to Kidg in Come plus Rise Your Minstrel Boy caesar i sing there at 6 o clock. The Home Teats Umpire Most Unlucky Man features Lawson sisters with The Thwated Hotel sketch starring Thompson Gauthier and Paton. Audience urged to buy tickets at the Heket office for value and laughs.
Estate notices warn creditors to file claims by a June deadline in Marstield District. Commissioners set examination dates, with discounts offered and urged timely action. Also notices regarding Calyls Pierce estate stating discounts and sale terms after public proceedings.
A Philadelphia ordinance allocates 200000 for remodeling Congress Hall, with plans by the Preservation of Historic Monuments committee. Backers urge careful restoration to preserve the Independence Hall group and a monument to the nation’s founders.
A snippet promoting Comfort Powder by Annette Kinsmen of Thetford Vermont claims it prevents chafing and irritation around a baby's ears and helps with redness in a few days. The testimonial appears to be a misprint or misattribution with nonsensical phrases and unclear product details.
South Barre sales flash offers twenty five percent discount on all suit purchases for the week at Lamorey Clothing Co in Barre. Customers urged to visit the store for the Vit promotion and limited time pricing.
A women’s charm is linked to health and temperament. The ad claims nervousness and weakness cause skin eruptions and dull complexion. It promotes Electric Bitters as a remedy to regulate liver and kidneys, purify the blood, strengthen nerves, brighten eyes, and improve complexion at Red Cross Pharmacy. Burra buys watches, diamonds, gold, and silver.
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