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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1917

Page

8

Williamstown Entrance Exams Set for June 18 and 19

Williamstown grade pupils will take entrance examinations on Monday and Tuesday, June 18 and 19, starting at 9 o'clock each day in the Deregtome Sal oil parlors. Frank Fifield, long-time resident, died at his father’s home in Beth el after years of heart trouble. he was 30. Viram B. Drury, rural carrier, takes a 15 day vacation, Carl W. Seaver substitutes on Route No. 3. Mrs. Hattie Poor, visiting in Woodaville, N H, returns home. Olin Angell, son of former M E pastor, has joined a Boston hospital ambulance unit. Rev. Jesse A. Martin will fill in at Congregational church services next Sunday.

Wif Williamstown Frank Fifield Jerry Fifield Bethel Randolph Herald Viram Drury Carl W. Seaver Hattie Poor Woodaville N. H Vernon Anna Edson Olin Angell John Q. Angell M. Fe, Dlureh Boston

War news and local social notes from Waitsfield

The piece notes Harry Matthews serving in France and a local school play at Martin's Country Store in Moretown. It reports on Miss Edna Boyce and Jennie Colebrook in Waterbury, Rev. William A. Remelein ill with bronchial cold, and a Red Cross gathering with Rev Dr Creech urging Liberty Bond purchases. It also mentions Mrs Larraber showcasing surgical dressings and William Mills winning Harvard scholarship for the fall.

Harry Matthews France Martin Moretown Herbert Smith Edna Boyce Jennie Colebrook Waterbury William A. Remelein Red Cross Society

Granite Plant Burned Flat In Barre Vermont

Fire destroyed the Granite plant once operated by Ossola Wright and later tied to Barre Monumental Yard. A memorial sarcophagus worth about 500 dollars was ruined, with other monuments damaged. The bank may not rebuild. power and possible relocation offer another path for Wells Lameon and Apollo Granite firms and workers.

Ossola & Wright Barre Monumental Barre Savings Bank & Trust Co Barre Wells- Lameon Fetes Mp Tuvinedeis Apollo Granite Co John Oltolini Dennis Boldini New England Company

Fifteenth Vermont Regiment Holds 25th Reunion at St Johnsbury

In St Johnsbury Vermont on June 15 the fifteenth Vermont regiment held its 25th annual reunion with twenty one veterans present. Elected officers were President Col J H Winslow of Whitefield lieutenant colonel J T Christie of Glover major W S Brock of Barnet adjutant and quartermaster Joseph T Gleamon of Danville. Set those wash skirts at Abbott's.

St. Johnsbury Fifteenth Vermont Regiment J. H. Winslow Whitefield N. H Leutenant J. T. Christie Glover W. S. Brock Barnet Joseph T. Gleamon Danville

Talk of the Town: local talent to aid Company C fund drive

A local talent group known as the Tfm company offers time and effort for the benefit of Company C and the Headquarters company. Community members are encouraged to buy tickets to support the effort and show solidarity.

Tfm Uw Ticket

Funeral of Mrs. L. A. Averill in Elmwood Cemetery

The funeral for Mrs. Frances (Bigelow) Averill wife of L. A. Averill who died in Alta California on June 7 after a long illness was held at Dr. W. F. Lazell's home on South Main Street. Rev. W. J. M. Beattie officiated. A large gathering attended with floral tributes. Bearers were Arthur L. Averill Harvey E. Averill Noble S. Love and O. Cady Averill. Mrs. M. D. Lamb sang with piano accompaniments by Mrs. W. Johnson. Interment followed in Elmwood cemetery family lot.

Frances (Bigelow) Averill L. A. Averill Alta Cal W. FE. Lazell South Main Street W. J. M. Beattie Church of the Good Shepherd

Montpelier Nurses Report Airplane Sight Over City

Montpelier nurses at Heaton Hospital observed an illuminated airplane flying over the city Thursday night for about an hour. The craft was visible with occupants evident in the machine and the crew. Knights of Pythias voted to buy 400 dollars in Liberty bonds on Thursday. Eastern Star donated 100 dollars to the Y.M.C.A. war fund. Catholic Order of Foresters purchased 150 dollars in bonds. Miss Guasie Yett received a linen shower from her sister Miss Eva Yett Thursday evening. District church superintendents met Thursday afternoon at the Pavilion to discuss church work. Miss Marjorie Ordway of Lebensetady New York is visiting relatives here. Joseph F. Crozier of Portland Maine plans to move to France with 1100 railroad engravers, brother of Miss Anna Crozier, superintendent at Heaton Hospital.

Knights of Pythias Liberty Eastern Star Y. MC. A. War Fund Catholic Order of Foresters Guasie Yett Eva Yett C. , Merritt H. Merrill St. Johnsbury W. A. Davison Burlington B. W. Kent

Colonial Dames Board Meets in Brattleboro

The Vermont Society of Colonial Dames held a board meeting at Mrs J L Martins Brattleboro home. They transacted usual business and sanctioned an annual meeting in Pair Haven. The registrar reported three deaths since October and six new items for board action plus nominations to fill vacancies.

Vermont Society of Colonial Dames J. L. Martin Brateboro Pair Haven

Bargains and notices fill Barre daily pages

Vinit Fitts annex offers bargains while Leo Abbott displays summer dresses. Last year's prices on summer footwear at Shea's. hats 98 cents. City hospital morning admissions include Florence Maple of Washington and Louis Compi of the Tomasi block. A son was born to Mr and Mrs Harley Kenerson at the City hospital. Community events include church meetings and school activities.

Vinit Fitts Leo Abbott Shea's R. Wood Boardton & Robins Florence Maple Washington City Hospital Louis Compi B. Tomasi Life Branch Street Harley Kenerson Averill Co. C Broadway Felix Ortelli Barre E. Peverelli Elliston Street Rooney N. H Presbyterian Sunday School Tyler A. Thompson Charlestown Leonard Thomson Spaulding High School Burre Savings Bank & Trust Company Arthur Cormack Boston Marblehead Mass Dwight TL. Granger Randolph Granger Bernice Comelli Charles Comelli Eant Barre Parente John Mario Wilvon Holy Name Boys St. Monica's Church Eureka Holy Name Summer Street Fred Michael Montpelier Yeaterday Bert A. Webber Miss Marq Aes Beacon Street Miss Carroll Moses Murphy Graniteville Miss Marr Curdy Port Henry N. Y Elizabeth Coffey John J. Sullivan Winthrop St. Patrick's Church Batre Elm Street Universaliet Church City Park Prospect Street Wiliam D. McDonald Barre Granite Manufacturers’ Association Set. J. Hinman Philadelphia Ceere Sec. Hinman

Five Flavors of Lawa Ice Sold at 23 Cents a Pound

Barre notes reveal last five Lawa flavors chocolate strawberry vanilla caramel and frozen posding plus a note on home made and delectable ice. The item lists price per pound and mentions local vendors and consumer interest, reflecting a small business feature in Barre.

Shea's Montreal P. Q Arthur Deen Ralph Webster James Robertoan Artillery Corps Cavalry Canada Webster Canadian Regiment George Webster Uncle Sam 1St Vermont Regiment Atlantic Seaboard W. F. Corry Supt. Dooley Supt. C. F. Millar L& P Co Montplier Onmey Company Ofice James L. McConsigchy Dartmouth College Hanover N. H Spaulding High School Stene Trof. McConaughy Arinews Marguerite Currier Elizabeth FH. Laflam

Caprice Presented by Nel lie Gill Players Tomorrow Night

Plainfield tale Caprice to be presented by the Nellie Gill Players tomorrow night features a country girl who marries a wealthy city artist. Mise Gill sings in the third act while music by Wollet orchestra accompanies the interludes and dance.

Nellie Gill Players Mise Gill Wolle’ Orchestra

Fireplace placement and design for home hospitality

In the June Farm and Fireside the writ emphasizes the fireplace as the home's central gathering point. It should be in the living room, on a central wall, and sized to accommodate many guests. Simplicity in construction is valued, with many materials like brick tile and wood allowing personal style.

Fragmented notice from a local page yields sparse data

Fragmented OCR text mentions names and a location but provides no clear event, date, or action. Core entities are unclear, with partial phrases such as Primrose and Ber. Without readable facts to anchor a headline, the item remains indeterminate.

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