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Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1908

Page

3

Proposal Ends In A Work Colleague’s Marriage Question

In a candid office scene, a longtime boss proposes marriage to a stenographer who helps with letters. She declines, deeming sentiment inappropriate, while he muses about partnership, business, and a future abroad. After a tense exchange, he admits admiration and asks again, but she remains firm. He finally confesses strong feelings as they confront an uncertain path.

Orst Herb Maddie Mney Mr. Burton

An Advance Upon the Old Time Rib

The Hindoos lore recounts Twashtrl, the Hindoo mythic creator, forming woman from an equal blend of moonlight, serpent curves, plant twists, grass softness, feather lightness, and many natural elements. He mixes these in equal parts, producing woman as the evolved alternative to the rib. The tale ends by joking that this is a better origin than the rib theory.

aueRs

Needlework Notes and Nursery Dishes For Home Craft

Cross stitch gains popularity with floral cushion and te brim covers. Sew tight stems to prevent tearing and use loose stitches rolled on the right side. Lace frills and dainty corset toppers show delicate sewing trends with white collars that resist perspiration staining. Cozy sofa cushions feature coarse crash fabric with tulip motifs. Baby gift ideas include a white embroidered pillow reading Early to Bed on ticking. Nursery dishes entertain children with storybook imagery on brown cream or white grounds.

Not For Him in The Scrap Book Chronicle

A collage of quips and anecdotes from the era, recalling stage folk and guest-book tales. Jests about Dudley the would‑be comedian and a humorous Greek sketch echo through stray paragraphs and jokes.

Dudley Armateur Theat Tical Club Suerte Nousetimer Fleather Pillsburg Post

La Follette Set to Target Bankers in War Path

Washington dispatch reports Senator La Follette will renew attacks on a Chicago banking clique he says controls railroads and big interests. He plans to name 187 men connected to control over US transport and finance, citing an Interstate Commerce Commission study.

Washington la Tollette Ttv Benate Benkinge United States la Pollette Charles G. Dawes Dames BH. Korgin Chicago Dawes la Forlette Forgan le Byilette Senate Davee Forgas Ue Interstate Commerce Commission

Hearing on Liability Bill Offers Civilian Compensation

Washington March 4 Hearing before the judiciary committee discussed compensating civilians injured in government service. Charles Neill argued for the Sterling Gill proposal to hold the government liable for all injuries. Neill favored advancing the bill and questioned the mechanism to determine compensation with labor and commerce department input. Georges Cate spoke for the Cary Yard Employes organ, while Rep Lilley Gonnethaut urged further inquiry into related corruption charges tied to Electric Boat rates and past dealings with Halland Goat company.

Charles 2. Neill J Bor Committee On Judiciary Aterling Gilieit Bievert Mit Neill Conmerce Snisewndurt Mir Georges II Cate Lenn Cary Yard Washington Lilley Gonnethaut Aguine Enor E. Creery Halland Sutler Crees Paulet

Test Oxo Market Scene In First Justice Court

Fragmentary OCR note describes an event at a local court involving stock exchange methods and a tax or fee dispute. Names and specifics are unreadable, but the piece references a justice court session and a market-related matter.

Justice

Cannon for High and Low Tariff

A fragmented report from March 24 discusses tariff reform, citing remarks by a Republican congressman. The piece argues protection of American labor and capital, urging mandatory duties and a cautious approach to any tariff changes.

Warda Camnen Keluy Weil

State rate laws overturned in a surprise ruling

A court strike down on two state rate laws reshapes regional pricing policy. The decision cites equitability concerns and prompts immediate regulatory reconsiderations by agencies and affected businesses. Authorities warn of potential appeals as stakeholders assess implications for consumers and markets.

Woman's Backache and Lydia Pinkham's Remedy Promoted

A freewheeling 1920s style feature touts Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as the cure for backache and female ailments. It cites testimonials from Mrs Will Young of Rockland Maine and Mrs Augustus Lyon of East Earl Pennsylvania, praising relief and renewed vitality. The piece also notes the product's claimed thirty year history and broad list of conditions it allegedly treats.

Lydia E. Pinkham Will Young Columbia Ave Rockland Amy Augustus Lyon East Earl Pinkham Lydia Pinkhama Lydia K. Pinkham

Prince Helie Arrives in New York Amid Land Claim Rumors

Ambiguous dispatches report Prince Helie arriving in New York with claims tied to land deals involving Madame Anna Gould. The arrival occurs days after Gould's public appearance with a man identified as Prince Piet, sparking speculation of an ongoing arrangement with Mr. and Mrs. Tyler in prominent social circles.

Anna Gould New York Freesink Sis Athens - Paes W.lf Gould Tyler

Bandits Rob Rena Couple After Hold Up

In Rena Nevada on March 34 two heavily armed bandits robbed Edward Helima and a companion about two miles from Rawhide. They tied and warned victims before fleeing with an undisclosed amount of money. The incident is the latest in a string of robberies in the region.

Rena Edward Helima Cain Ant Wade

Doctor The Skin To Cure The Skin Card

A fragmented note repeats the phrase doctor the skin to cure the skin with unclear instructions and stray letters. It mentions directives, names, and a possible medical intent but lacks coherent details or identifiable entities.

Koreans Shoot Stevens in Hotel Assault in San Francisco

An American advisor to the Korean council of state, known as Stevens, was attacked by Koreans in the Fairmont hotel and shot three times at the Union Ferry Building. Stevens returned fire and wounded one assailant. Korean leaders claim Japan’s protection benefits Koreans, while a San Francisco group prepared interviews to question Stevens about his stance.

Jan Pranchee Wi ‘Broveris Korean Council of State Fairmont Japan Korea Union Ferry Stevens Blevers Hiv Beevers Jay Korean Patriotic and Education Society of San Francisco Eal Lee 1X. Chandy Yom Moon U 1 Lee

Spellman Represents Vermont in Provisional National Meeting

Spellman acts as Vermont’s representative in a provisional independence committee chaired by Hearst. The aim is to influence the Independent National League’s stance on the next presidential election and rally support among American voters.

Katlant Johm D. Spalman Hearst Provisional Committee Ndependence Langte Vermont Mr. Spellman Lodopas League Tayigy Wis Jefferson Lee Millons

Court Transcript Snippet Sparks Swear Words Debate

During a Macon Missouri term Judge Shelton spots a stenographic line reflecting on senior counsel Major B H Dysarts piety. The judge notes disreputable language and Dysart asks if he swore in court. The transcript shows the phrase damnum injuria indicating damages without injury.

Macon Shelton B. H. Dysart Presbyterian Church Dysart Kunsan City

LEMOINE SECRET 15 LOCKED IN LONDON BANK

Lemoine secret 15 locked in London bank as government seeks to obtain it. Arrests and a court order surround the case with officials claiming it contains Henry Lemoine's secret formulas for maintaining banknotes.

London Bank

United States Requests Extradition of Roy

United States requests extradition of Roy in a March Pars matter. The foreign tie and officials are mentioned, with cryptic references to Pigeon Tung Wertingtam and a preliminary inquiry. The fragmentary text hints at legal action and international cooperation in a cross border case.

United States Roy Pars A L. Roy Ieee & Pong Leona Ieee A Eitines Ames

Pierce’s Favorite Prescription Promises Cures and Longevity

An aged advertisement extols Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a superior tonic for liver trouble headaches indigestion and loss of appetite. It claims long use over decades proves its curative qualities and that it has survived while others faded, urging readers to buy for personal health.

RED Cross Pharmag Pierce Ifte

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