Barre Daily Times 1908 Political News and Local Notes
The Barre Daily Times reports on Democratic efforts to railroad Carr into the governorship in New Hampshire politics and notes Draper as a gubernatorial candidate in Massachusetts. It mentions local happenings including church appointment of Rev J B McKenzie, rising automobile registration in Vermont, and the success of the Brattleboro Valley fair. It also comments on Vermont legislature preparations and Massachusetts Republican convention outcomes, with reference to Lieutenant Governor nominations and Speaker Gale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barre
Mckenzie
Presbyterian Church
Brattleboro
Vermont
Massachusetts
Lace
Gale
Frothingham
Boston
Booming Father-in-Law and a West Tour Controversy
A political sketch lampoons Congressman Nicholas Longworth as he campaigns across the West urging voters to elect Taft, while his marriage into the Roosevelt family is treated as public spectacle. The piece mocks public perception of his influence and shorthands the era’s political clash. A separate ad promotes a clothing store offering New York imported styles with services for cleaning pressing and repairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nicholas Longworth
Alice
White House
Roosevelt
Nick
Casey
Taft
Father
Notorious Nominee and Roosevelts Role in 1908
The piece mocks foolhardy remarks about President Roosevelt and Judge Taft linking them to Nicholas Longworth as a son-in-law. It argues there is no real connection between his statements and Roosevelt’s wishes, suggesting the president would seek deliverance and better guidance. The tone is sharp and critical.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Taft
Nicholas Longworth
Philip J Halvosa to Leave Vermont Union Signal for Boston American
The Vermont Union Signal loses energetic editor Philip J Halvosa who resigned to join the Boston American news team next week. Rutland News praises him as a loyal, readable advocate of union causes and a respected, square minded colleague.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vermont Union Signal
Philip J. Halvosa
Boston American
Mr. Malvose
Rutland News
Philip J. Maleosa
Union
Heston American
Rutland
Lamoille Leader W H Hulburd Plans Hyde Park Move
Spunky Lamoille resident W H Hulburd of Hyde Park plans to relocate to Turlington. He has long been active in politics, earning broad respect among clerics and the public alike, and is noted as an effective Vermont speaker. The Bennington Banner reports the notable county loss to the state’s public voice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lamoille
Mise
W. Hulburd
Hyde Park
Turlington
M Hulburd
Bailiwick
Vermont
Forge
Little
Bennington
Vermont Auto Sensitivity and Rail Route Debate
A Vermont letter debate contrasts auto practice and pedestrian rights with calls for stricter driver discipline. It cites 1700 licensed autos in Vermont and argues for rail links from Rutland to Montpelier and beyond to connect with the Central Vermont line, aiming to boost regional traffic and freight by a cross-state route.
Memorial window honors J Corwin Taplin in Green Mount Cemetery
Relatives of J Corwin Taplin placed a memorial window in Green Mount cemetery Montpelier last week the event noted with references to local officials and dignitaries. A county court judge and local grandparent figures are mentioned amid scattered civic notes including time changes for Central Vermont trains and a visit by excursionists on the White Mountains route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Corwin Taplin
Pasadeus
Cal
Green Mount Cemetery
Willian S, Wright
Mra. B
AL Prouty
Thi
Waltham
Weight Wi
Weybridge
Adjivon County Court
Civil Authority
Cty Cuerk
Locn Circle of
King’s Daughters
F. A. Shortwror
College Street
Montpelier Junction
Femecates
Montpelier
Witte Mountains
Sethrcity
Stoatpelien & Wells River Railroad
Joudee
Taster
Bicome
Monlwick
Maplewood farm sale draws crowd in Corinth on Saturday
The Maplewood farm auction in Corinth attracted many locals. Prices for cattle ranged from eight to fifteen dollars as Miss Ruth Mills of Lynn Massachusetts returned home after visiting Mrs. John B. Atwood on Maple Avenue. Various residents from Lincoln Montpelier Cambridge and Barre visited familiar kin and returned home, while Joseph A. Treacy resumed work after illness and Hale K. Dorling completed duties with Attorney General J. C. Fitts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maplewood
Corinth
Chelwen
Ruth Mills
Lynn
Maes
John B. Atwond
Maple Avenue
Lester Bryant
Lincoln
Theron J
Abbie Sleeper
Mont
Barre City
Jingles and Jests Beads and More Beads Tale
A fragmentary verse scene shows Mane and Womanwood amid a humorous, chaotic neighborhood tableau. neighbors remark on beads, feathers, bows and the rising social buzz as a dress reveals itself and the district reacts with astonishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mane
Young Womanwood
Four Flasher Epithet Debate In Vermont Press Echo
The Rutland Herald quotes Hyde Park News and Citizen discussing the term four flasher as applied to President Roosevelt. It notes confusion over its meaning and connection to gambling slang, likening it to a four of a kind in cards. The piece also criticizes public figures for unfamiliarity with the phrase and warns against manipulation in local politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Anonias
Hyde Park News
Citizen
Milo
Eilitor
Lewis
Brother Page
Fontaine
Rutland Herald
Hurricane Haunts Manila Bay Fleet In Drydock Turbulence
The storm swept Manila Bay for twelve hours as battleships and cruisers rode the gale. Vessels sheltered in Pasig River while crews faced 100 mile per hour winds, with widespread damage to buildings and infrastructure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manila
Manila Bay
Pasig
eRar
Sperry
Connecticut
Kansas
Mingesos
Vermont
Virginia
Ohio
Chyite
Rat
Epray
Too Much Stress on Athletics at Seminanes and Montpelier
The piece argues excessive focus on athletic status harms students and school culture. It notes a campus debate on professionalism in sports, calls for less vanity among players, and predicts public interest as schools reassess athletics amid controversy. A church social dance is announced for October 10 with free admission for ladies and starts at 7:20 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farre
Montpelier
Washington County
Tech
Teomingten Benner
Also Mentioned on This Page
Pion
Frank E. Langley
Alee Oy Tie Fontes Ak Ware
Barre Daily Times
Carr
Draper
George N. Tilden
New York
North Main St
Barre, Vt
Phil Halvosas
Tribune
Land
Herald
Hmit
Ludlow Tribune
BLMH
Harriman
Ross State Railway
Woolstock
Woodstock
Vince
Buteland
Delawarre & Hudson Ae Ia
Eireuiteur Renues
Burlington
Burlington Frea Press
Web
Thur
Ben. A. Eastman
F.G. Howland
the Peoples National Bank
Chelsea
Rekming
Thernabout
Markorps
Bende
Pak
eVsseln
Pullikc
Elf
Mlow Hail Setuniay
Grits Dik
Ladies Tree
Lavly
Dik
Dame Starte
A. W. Badger & CO
Morse Block
Diremere
Kenarnce Calis
Eastern Avenue
The
Times
Ples
Rathskeller
Buzzell Bk
Pearl St
Buzzell
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!