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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1908
Page
4
Vermont politics face wavering forecasts as weather and public mood shape election prospects. Barre and Springfield press oppose state fair funding while savings banks show strong deposits among a sparse population. A vision of Vermont’s modest national role emerges, praising civic virtue and destiny amid national stakes.
A Vermont proposal would reduce the five member state board of agriculture to a single commissioner, mirroring changes in the cattle commission. Debate centers on whether a lone officer plus clerical help can handle duties including agricultural education, annual meetings, reports, and state advertising, with current pay and allowances noted.
The text argues against three state commissioners, suggesting one would reduce expenses and set a thriftier example. It claims consolidation offers more benefits than the current administration plan and deserves adoption.
The Rutland Herald notes anger at bounty laws as hunters ready to exterminate animals, criticizing the scheme as a state money grab. It contrasts the bounty issue with stalled bills on capital punishment, auto regulation, and woman suffrage, while taxation and liquor law amendments linger in committees.
The Brattleboro Phenix denounces a proposed $5,000 state aid for the fair as favoritism, arguing it creates an unfair advantage for larger fairs and sets a dangerous precedent. It urges letting all fairs compete on merit, not state subsidies.
Terre Haute Ind Nov 3 Tugene V Debs Socialist candidate for president closed his home city campaign with an enthusiastic reception at the Coliseum after the Red Special tour across the country. A parade carried Debs through town to the Coliseum as women marched and banners were displayed. The campaign reports show collections at meetings totaling about 14 thousand dollars with total travel costs projected over eleven thousand dollars. The Red Special has traveled since August 22 making one of the longest campaign tours on record.
Mr and Mrs EL Belle celebrated an anniversary of their marriage at their Cornwall home on a Thursday afternoon in October. Family including children and grandchildren gathered with a few other relatives to mark the occasion.
William J. Bryan received the largest Lincoln welcome in history last night as his special train arrived from Kansas. Crowds lined the route from Union Station to downtown, cheering the candidate who addressed the crowd from a public square, praising his wife and urging a moral American awakening while pledging a victorious result for his supporters.
Pittsford November 3 work has begun on a new women's dormitory at the Vermont sanatorium. A concrete foundation is laid southeast of the main group among pines in front of the women’s cottage. The eight bed building will be one story high with an open side and a central airing room, plus sleeping apartments outside. It will include heated rooms, lickers and other fixtures at the rear. The dormitory will be used only by the stronger patients who have longest under treatment. The institution has had a full quota of patients for months with many more women than men. the new structure aims to meet demand more quickly.
A new cake called Cottve Cake appears lighter and less rich, pleasing children. It promises not to be heavy and keeps flavors simple. Report notes the novelty cooks say is better than prior cake options.
London November 3 Jimmy Britt the Californian fighter defeated John Summers of England on points after ten rounds at Wonderland. Britt showed progress after a slow start and battled back from a disadvantage in late rounds. Some spectators questioned the referee's decision as Britt and the official left the ring amid unrest.
Charles A. Hengerer, vice-president of a Buffalo wholesale firm, leapt into the Niagara River above the falls and was swept over. Edward King of Malden rushed to aid but could not save him. An overcoat found in the river identified the victim as the missing Hengerer.
Judge Hay names Charles W. Andrews Ayracuse Chearge W. Dunn Binghamton and Milton Delano Canastota as receivers for the Hudson River Water Power and related companies. Authorized stock $10,000,000 with $3,500,000 sued. total fund debt $89,085.97 vintage 1907 net earnings included. operations span from Spier Falls to Utica and Troy.
Senator M Corry of Montpelier presided pro tem in the Senate amid the absence of the presiding officer. Representative Boer of Montpelier returned from Cleveland with insights on the national outlook and party matters. Vermont Republicans discuss election returns, ballot boxes, and the timing of votes. the Senate remains busy with bills and adjourns for voting.
A collection of clipped quips and verses from across newspapers. The pieces merge humorous lines about memory and status with wordplay on water, figures, and ages. The shards reference New Terie Telegram New York Sun Kansas City Minneapolis St Louis papers and a stray salesman line.
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