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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1909
Page
6
Simple and enticing metal craft ad touts art brass items such as patina and camel pattern frames. It advertises affordable prices from 61.50 to 92.50 for finished pieces and offers to create new work with a promise of quality. J. Dodge the Jeweler at 900 Main St promotes accompanying book store shopping.
A new American Steam Collar Ironer has been installed at the Metropolitan laundries. It is among the first of its kind in the state and promises whiter collars, improved finish, and longer collar life.
Advertises new cookies including Peanut Walnut Ginger and Sugar cookies all priced at 10 cents a dozen. Also features Pipin' Hot Baked Beans at 12 cents a quart and Brown Bread at 5 cents a loaf with Saturday delivery.
A brief note from a Montpelier Vermont firm discusses employee wages and working conditions. The fragment references a company, a state context, and mentions labor practices and staffing. Names, dates, or locations are unclear due to damaged OCR text.
Cash for watches and diamonds offered by a Tol. jewelry shop. Mrs R E Bills located on Spaulding Street lists a toll telephone contact. The snippet notes a sale or appraisal time from 2 pm to 4? pm with unclear scheduling.
Capt. Arshald Butt, military aide to President Taft, arrived at Beverly Cove to finalize arrangements for the president and family, with preparations indicating the Taft entourage will reach Beverly on July 10.
Examinations for free tuition in wmhoola will be held in the high school room at Williamstown Phurad tas Pri Tenemt ay beginning om 2 R. Childs Bupt.
Barre town school directors solicit bids for a two story wooden building on Trow Hill to serve as a schoolhouse. Plans call for a timber frame construction with Allen and others noted in the bidding details. Bids may be rejected at the directors' discretion.
An old advertisement promotes William's Kidney Pills claiming to restore kidney function and ease nervous system symptoms. The copy lists supposed benefits and urges readers to try the product, reflecting period marketing language and unclear quality. The fragmentary text highlights skepticism about kidney health and seeks to attract customers with bold claims.
New York imports bring bargain clothing to Depot Square. Children’s coats and suits priced low while stocks last. Boys knee pants at 19 cents pair and $5 clay worsted suits cut to $3.50. Men summer suits discounted from 16 to 12.50 and 5 to 3.50. Shop early at Alex Corey & Co. Jack’s Lunch Room adjacent.
Town news lists residents, visitors, and family events including Mrs. David Swinger’s relatives in Keerville New York and Myra Taplin. Postmaster W. S. fateh awards raise, James eeid family changes, Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Woodrull visit Barre. The Bank directors meet, and the baseball team travels to Willametown for a game with Penegphe results. Mrs. Calista Lucas returns from Washington. Moody school commencement in Northfield features Miss Gall Cor ta. Cecelia Alger back at H Adams Jr. household. John N. Powell departs to Carolina. A reception honors Mr. and Mrs. Ernest BE. Lior with Lyons toast. Leon Ordway speaks on behalf of many friends. many well-wishers present.
Plainfield notes show visits from residents of Marshfield Barre East Montpelier Guilford and North Montpelier plus a Congregational church service and a large funeral for Neleun H. Shorey. Watered by local callers, jurors reunion attendance, and dairy production figures for May.
A fragmented notice notes a surge in family remedy sales with millions of bottles sold annually. The text references preparedness for colds and a chilly season, highlighting widespread consumer demand and market activity surrounding home treatments.
Barre Vermont citizen Geo L Cummings recalls backache kidney weakness and says Doans Kidney Pills cured him with rare recurrences. He endorses the product, noting prompt relief when reoccurrences occur, and urges readers to buy only Doans Kidney Pills from Foster Milham Co and its U S agents.
Hardwick resident Aloneo Wheeler visited Cabot while Frank Kenetson traveled from Barre. A marriage occurred at the home of Mrs Tawhae Misa Alww on Wednesday afternoon June 16. Local residents Ned Far, George Houghton, Mene Banks, and J F Haines were mentioned in brief notes of town life and a June 25 28 drama program was announced with songs recitations and scarf drill inviting all.
Attractive women famed for family and temper gain envy of peers as they pursue health through electria store works. They claim to regulate stomach liver kidneys blood and nerves, improving eyes breath and complexion. Readily available at Red Cross Pharmacy.
Dartmouth announces the unanimous choice of Professor Ernest Fox Nichols of Columbia as the new president. At 40, Nichols is praised for breadth of study and achievement in science, with plans for long term leadership and further development of the college. President Tucker passes the baton to a man described as strong, earnest, and beloved by Dartmouth alumni and undergraduates.
George B Harrington died at his home in South Church City after a fever. He had a long career in education serving as county superintendent of schools for seventeen years and as a member of the state board of education. Born January 31 in Williamstown Vermont, he was one of twelve children and later held positions in Annawan and Tinkillwa before public service. He married Emma V Carpenter in 1869 and had three children. only Grace survived to adulthood. He was regarded as a gentle, kindly man with strong educational leadership.
An organization named the Pilgrim Publicity Association seeks to unite merchants, manufacturers, and advertisers across New England to promote regional business via enhanced advertising and publicity. The group aims to strengthen intercity cooperation with Trade Boards and Chambers of Commerce, with a leadership roster including George W. Coleman and George B. Gallup. Meetings occur Wednesdays at the City Club in Boston, with autumn to spring programs featuring national speakers.
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