Barre Daily Times 1908 Notes On Politics And Railroads
The Barre Daily Times notes include the first anniversary of the panic near, calls for bonfires of doubts, and editorials predicting Bryan’s election. It critiques Vermont railroad commission opinions, urges Governor Prouty messages to be spaced, and observes the Vermont Union Signal’s departure from state exchanges, leaving labor papers like the Quarry Workers’ Journal as sole English labor-focused publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vermont Union Signal
Rutland Tradex
Labor Cmuncil
George Smith
Harrow
Quarry Workers’ Journal
Prouty’s Auspices Favorable for Vermont Administration
Governor Prouty begins his tenure under favorable auspices with beneficial policy shifts in Vermont. The administration inspires confidence, aims at innovation, and shows no signs of malfeasance. State income covers expenditures with prudent oversight, and energy permeates governing efforts. The overall outlook is optimistic for a successful administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prouty
Vermont
Fall Fashion Show Promises Extreme Styles for All Gents
Clerical garb pronounces a wider range of fashions than ever as Clotaler witd Furnieher invites the public to fall shows. The display highlights extreme styles for young men, special models for older men, and conventional options for the conservative. A featured price this week is $20 suits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clotaler
Furnieher
Baseball Making Progress Amid Season of Excitement
Governor Prouty receives support as baseball enjoys a record season with a close race for the pennant. Officials gain power to suspend players, and off-field conduct linked to broader efforts to curb rowdy behavior.
Baseball as a Great National Force for the United States
The sentence argues that advancing steps will push baseball toward earning its title as the great national force of the United States. It emphasizes the sport's growing prominence and importance to national identity and pride.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Vermont Tribune Speculates on 1900 Election Shifts
The Ludlow Tribune reports on shifting labor votes toward Bryan and Bryan’s allies, predicting Republican losses in Ohio and Wisconsin. It notes Baldwin Locomotive Co influence, a likely smoother legislature organization, and key civic appointments for Gov Prouty’s civil and military affairs. The piece outlines anticipated leadership roles for house and senate officers and mentions improvements to the capitol interior in readiness for legislative duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Assembly
Chas
Plumtey
North
Fred Tmamilton
Skeels
Lansow
Senate
Martin Ferrin
Lege
Ludlow Tribune
Fo Elles Raleigh Bryant Wedding at Randolph
Brookefield residents celebrate the marriage of Elles Randolph to George Bryant of Randolph. The ceremony was led by Rev Fraser Randolph with Miss Ethel Dewey officiating. The bride wore a colored wool dress and white chiffon veil. a roadcloth suit complemented her wedding ensemble. The couple planned a short honeymoon to Northfelt before returning to Randolph to host friends and relatives. Guests included Worthen of Richmond and Gordon and Bryant families of Randolph. Wedding gifts were numerous and useful.
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Mra
Mmett
Leonl Northfelt
Yroom
Randolph
Mra. Worthen
Richmond
Fred Gordon
Clarence Hooth
Mina Sarah Marie
Proctor backs railroad clash in Burlington city limits
Rutland and Ort backed by ex Governor Fletcher D Proctor vow to end the rowdy scene in Burlington at 245 o clock. Trains bringing drunks from Rutland to Proctor drive late night disturbances with frequent quarrels on Saturdays and other nights.
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Rutland
H. Prowty
Vere
Jodge
John W. Rowell
Supreme Court
Eleet
Hank
Senate
Jude Rowell
Scott
Rutland County
Dutets
Waenet
Henator Croft
Wraitkiln County
Fletcher
Cavendish
Watson
St. Albane
Barter
Yok Brattlebore
Vermont Officials Sworn In After Governor Elect Takes Oath
The Vermont legislature notes and comment recount the oath of office for state officers after Governor elect took the oath. It lists new appointments including Surgeon General Dr DOC Sable and staff, and notes attempts to fund national campaign efforts from Vermont through the Republican committee and local town chairmen. The piece mentions auditors, clerks, and other state roles with names and places such as Middlebury, Derby Lines, and Saxtons River.
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George T. Trot
Doc. Sable
Middlebury
Cotonel
Charles FE. Nelson
Derby Lines
Eotonel
Z. E. Piddork
Saxtons River
W. M. Tratel
Strafford
WD. Nitting
Brandon
Edward P Woodbury
Burtington
F. E. Fitevtiooek
Chaiirman
National Republican Committee
F. C. Williams
Newport
Republican State Committee
Son
Vermont
Minh Peck
Willams
Fingland
William
TAC
National Committee
State W C T U Officers Named at Newport Convention
Newport Oct 9 The annual state convention of the W C T U drew 125 delegates. Officers elected include President G Davidawn Nevelanes corre porating secretary M T L Peatcott Coventry recording secretary Ella B Turner St Johnsbury treasurer EM Denney Montpelier auditor Alice M Richardson Montpelier etc. Resolutions backed state wide prohibition and more scientific instruction in schools. Mrs Ia H Read retires after 17 years as president.
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Newport
G. Davidawn
Nevelanes
M. TL. Peatcott
Cnventry
Ella B. Turner
St. Johnbbury
Treawa
EM. Denney
Montpelier
Aliee M. Richardson
Mositers
J. T. L. Mise Klein Swanton
Sarah Frick
Swanton
New York Police Captain Stephenson Dismissed Again
Captain John T. Stephenson of the New York Police Department was dismissed after a career marked by multiple removals since 1854. He faced charges for failing to maintain discipline, and previous indictments for blackmail and extortion during command at a Williamburg station. He served time at Sing Sing, won a retrial, and returned to duty before another removal in 1903 amid district attorney Jeroom’s raids.
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New York
John T. Stephenson
Polliefore
Willimmbburg Bridge
Stephenson
Lexow
Grand Jury
Jeroum
Jeromm
Stephen
Pigs and the Future State in a Satirical Verse
A satirical poem read before the Congress of Heliptons at Oxford critiques pig futures and afterlife beliefs. A Polynesian narrator argues pigs have no future or ghostly afterlife, mocking human hunger for pork and imagining absurd futures where pigs fear becoming bacon.
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Congress of Heliptons
Oxford
Mareth
Polynesia
October Market Highlights and Fresh Pork Shortage Eased
The report notes pork is scarce and pricey, but this week offers good medium sized pigs for roasts and steaks. Order by phone or come early. Also in stock are Jersey sweet potatoes, apples, potatoes, onions, and other seasonables. Oysters from Providence River are available in large quantities, with fresh arrivals expected Saturday.
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Barre
Frank E. Langley
Athe Hatgign Ag Mare
Tarre
New York City
The
Prophets
Darlington Clipper
Bryan
Editora
State Board of Railroad Commission
Central Vermont
North Main St
Mnuch
William Jennings Bryan
Maine
Bostat Herat
Washington
Walker
Farvas
Ohio
Wisconsin
Baldwin
Baldwin Locornotive Co
Prywn
Stegan
Turlington Chipowers
Brookefield
F. Eliza Rumney
Randolph Man
Proctor Backs Railroad
Lo Ually
Guy Walkley
Bredurink
Pinetwoord
J. A. Meadway
Homer Lo Skenty
Graham Feok Lds
A.K. Stayton
Depot
Deavitt
Oviock Timalay
Werth Holt
Hinerad CG
Pitts
Petting Ahuws
Gore Crane Preator
Vernwat Tas
Proctor
Laehumbar
Crederick Hobbrook
Brattleford
J. W. Stewart
Penta
Ts. Marstown
Shelborne
Samuel Pingree
Dartfort
EJ. Orniebee
Semieter Woop
Dillingham
Mentpelier
Page
Hyde Park
Min WU A
Woodbury
Hurlington
Ah Grout
Derby
St, Albans
Henry
Ladlow
John G
Metuilough
North Bennington
Plot
Vieteher LD
Prottor
Hale K
Darling
Chelandae
Comn
Wittoo
Tuan
Marling
Tbe
Cominiwion Uhnat
Ronda
Web
Thur
Ben, A. Eastman
F.G. Howland
Ia H. Read
New York Police Force
Earth
Mack
Tietlaven
Alexander
Jersey
Herter
Anny
Ros Eoee
Cape Cod
Seth
Providence
Spain
Tassie
TH Worth Main St
Sadie
A. W. Badger & CO
Morse Block
Avamoe
Seminary
Fiore
Ense
la Newburg
Worcestershire
Maryland
Rathskeller
Pearl St. A. H
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