Travelers Railway Guide for Barre Vermont 1908
The Barre Daily Times lists Vermont Railway schedules with BarbE routes to Montpelier Wells River and White River Junction. It notes trains from Barre depart at several times, connections westward, and electric streetcar departures toward Montpelier, along with promotional lines for National Life Insurance Company of Montpelier and agents S. Ballard and N. B. Ballard.
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Sree Vermont Railway
Joma Harte
White River Junction
Barre
Steeteates
Oh Sarl Et Alpee Bregratat
Montpelier
National Life Insurance Company
Mutual
Ballare
N. B. Ballard
Iurre
Talk of the Town watch and jewelry buyers paid. cook book offer
Cash paid for watches diamonds pi and silver jewelry Burr the Jeweler W Averill and Co give a 2 cook book to every purchaser of a Quaker range Stone cutters run 20 vents to Austin the watch and Dick ae Wanted ton by stenographer Albany ae college graduate Fall at No 0 Summer street Readable fragments show a bustling town page with ads and notices including buy offers and job wants.
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Burr, the Jeweler
W. Averill and Co
Vents
Austin
the Watch
Dick Ae
Albany Ae College
Summer Street
Local Notices and Social Bits From Brookfield
Brookfield items note Moodhaw moving into a house he recently bought and various residents visiting relatives. An offer is advertised to buy a desirable residence on the Veench estate with easy terms and monthly payments. The Aldrich Hilary trustees invite bids for janitor work at the public library with specific duties and bid conditions. A marriage between Eliza F. Rumney and an Albert Rumney is reported, officiated by Rev. Fraser Moteger with a double ring ceremony and a reception, followed by a modest bridal trip and gifts from coworkers.
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Veench
Perry | Neal Estate
Qnot
Aldrich Hilary
N. LD. Phelps
Coretary
O'Clook
Myx Albert Rumney
Fraser Moteger
Eserureen
Ferns
Bertles
Vera Ellis
Dorothy Holden
Hoxbury
Northofeld
Salisbury Brothers
Local notices from Randolph and area events
Irs and residents on Kiin street establish a new home cafe. Hobart Menty Peek, son of Hobart Bock and Lena Hunt, wed at Hethi ny parsonage with Rev. Fraser Meteger officiating. Sargent family ties noted with Millie Pulled joining Osgood and Roundy Co. George and Mrs Bryant return from wedding trip and host at Weaton Street. Water use warnings issued as reservoir lowers. Apple night at the grange features fruit exhibit and comments by Vaughn and Badger. Visitors include Rep. Lake Parish taking board at Sheriff Tracy's in Montpelier. Flint of Heathtren on 23 Terrace Street and George W. Frigg defeat Montpelier howe nearby.
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Dodge
Kiin Street
Hobart Menty Peek
Mra
Hobart Bock
Minn
Lena Sadie Hunt
Hethiny Parsonage
Vraser Meteger
Mite Millie Pulled
K. Sargent
Sargent
Castleton
Sargent, Osgood and Roundy Co
George Bryant
Rookie
Weaton Street
Fred Bryant
Water Commissioners
Grange
Grange Hall
Vaughan
Badger
Lake Parish
Sherif Frank
East Barre Silver Leaf Circle Annual Fair in Opera House
East Barre residents hear plans for the Silver Leaf Circle fair at the opera house with nightly German entertainment and a ladies exhibit. The Indian of Clan Gore and Odd Ladies of Narre perform a fancy drill, with dancing and other amusements on the sixteenth and nightly music by Riley's orchestra.
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Silver Leaf Circle
Opera
Howse Hall
Bilger Leaf Circle
Clan Gore
Narre
Riley
Trades and goods at Qshorna's East Barra window
East Barra shop advertises 10 cent goods and a range of items including men's underwear stockings shoes overalls gloves and mittens. Promotes a 5 percent rebate for cash and invites customers to inspect stock before buying. The notice is signed by J Osborne East Barre with additional unclear routing text.
Notable Shoppers and Sundry Hours In Williamstown
Williamstown residents and visitors are noted with brief mentions of a Montpelier guest, A B Whitcomb at Crary's form, and a Saturday afternoon gathering at Smith's Woods. A loss of a purse containing nine small coins was reported, with a request to leave it at Mine Drury's store. An entertainment plans to be laid out this week promise value for attendees. Advertisements promote Burdock Blood Bitters, Don’s Ointment, Driggs gifts, and Dr. Thomas Electric Oil as remedies and health aids.
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Ander
Drury’s
Where Bullets Flew Veteran Praises Cure By Patent Medicine
David Parker of Fayatte N WY, Civil War veteran, recalls his battlefield and medical woes. He credits Wreettle Hitters for curing his stomach trouble and boosting his health, buying from Hel Crowe Pharmacy and local drugstores.
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David Parker
Fayatte
N. WY
Dettysburg
Sage
Hel Crowe Pharmacy
Hickort & Welle Drug Store
A Bunch of Keys at Hoyts Promises Smiling Farce
Hoyts presents the old favorite farce A Bunch of Keys with new songs and refreshed humor. Gus Bathowr leads a witty, refined production praised for entertaining audiences and drawing on strong comedic timing and stage craft. The Devil at the Garden Theatre in New York is also highlighted as a major, electrifying comedy event with Henry W. Savage’s company, staged with notable spectacle and dramatic tension.
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Hoyts
Americas
Aimerlon
Charlo H. Hoyt
Wakemill
Keye
Sven
Bothner
Molinar
Henry W. Savage
Garden
New York
Dr. Miller
Tate
Olm Motown
the Devil
Opera House
Cabot Briefs and Local Visits Highlight Week
Norit representative attended Sunday event while Ma Noves visits here working at Hardwick. High school plans a play to be presented soon. M D Welle and wife returned from Boston after a week away. Charles Jones and Jet Hulbell of Wolcott visited John Warrington last Friday. Gin G Williams and wife of Tel-Jowen Faille visited Cal M D Well Fe yay Tory and Jackson qar Mr. and Mrs. Carl Fisher of Sim Mateo have been here visiting for Mr. Fisher's health, they left Saturday for home.
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Norit
Tone
Ma Noves
Hardwick
M.D. Welle
Boston
Charles Jones
Jet Hulbell
Wolcott
John Warrington
Last of Tin Works
Gin
NG. Williams
Tel- Jowen Faille
Cal. M.D
Wella
Tory
Jackson Qar
Carl Fisher
Sim Mateo
Cah
Mr. Fisher
Waldrum couple honored at Websterville social event
Upon their return from a long trip Mr and Mrs Waldrum were greeted by a large party at Mrs James Wilkie’s home. Grove Tawnon led a small group of friends in presenting a handsome centerpiece. The gathering featured light refreshments, singing and dancing as guests extended warm wishes.
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Mra. Waldrum
Lgrgr
Local Notices From South Barre and Nearby Areas
South Barre residents report Mrs Patterson ill. Frank Walla traveled to Watts River to visit friends and kin. Mrs Vascor went to Williams town to see relatives. Three deer were seen near Smith shadow while feeding. Mr and Mrs Fred Heath spent Sunday with her aunt and uncle, Mr and Mrs Johnson Exterbroak.
Reward Offered for Information on School Breakin
A $25.90 reward is offered for information leading to the arrest of a suspect in a school break in. Details are unclear due to the damaged text but the notice seeks tips to identify the individual involved and recover stolen property.
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Uae
Montpelier Advertises Golden Anniversary Celebration
A Montpelier notice invites Mr and Mrs 3 G Scribner of 27 Ith Avenue to celebrate their golden wedding on Monday October 12 with friends and neighbors urged to call. Also reports a Montpelier court month comparison, a Plattsburg visitor fined for intoxication, and a large pumpkin weighing 151 pounds displayed at the Pavilion office rivaling a Hubbard specimen.
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G. Scribner
John Wallace
Plattsburg
Jo Tiarvey
Donald Frover
Berlin
Con. Bemney
A.D. Simpson
Materia
Brattichoro
T. J. Heaphy
Gare
Jerome Fruit
O. G. Eaton
Weaiterfeld
Labor to Wield Ballot Chicago Labor Federation Formulates Plan
The Chicago Federation of Labor outlines a political action plan to recruit 100000 volunteers for polling and campaigns. About $10000 was raised from labor candidates, with 71 attendees endorsing, and control of the labor campaign delegated to the political action committee. 150000 unionists in Chicago and Cook County will receive literature listing supported Republican and Democratic candidates.
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Chicago Federation
Chicago Federation of Labor
Meatleg
Labor
Political Action Committee
Chicago
Cook County
Fragmentary Verse Snatches From Wartime Ledger
Readable fragments show garbled lines about vinegar weight in winter and summer with stray quotes and misspellings. The piece threads obscure phrases, a stray misquoted teacher question, and stray political voice, ending with a clipped note from a detralt tribaoe.
Built-In Seats For Comfort In Corner Rooms
Built in seats improve room appearance and comfort when well planned. Separate stationary units are less effective than integrated seating with soft cushions and springs. Removable cushion covers aid cleaning, drafts from windows should be minimized, and framing above the seat should prevent leaning back.
Behosted For a Princess in Modern Schooling
The article argues the Princess of Wales supports modern classroom education for girls. It notes Princess Mary, bright for her age, would benefit from age mates and lessons with peers, though she may still have private rooms and a governess. It compares royal schooling to Prince Edward’s current Osbnore cadet status.
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Princess of Wales
Princess Mary
Prince Edward
England
Osborne
The Other Way and The Man Por Her Folklore Talk
A fragment discusses social banter about time and uncorking with a witty aside from Smart Set. It cites lines from The Catholic Standard and Times and references slate as hardened mud, noting its deposition and later use. The tone blends quip and quotation across periodicals.
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Catholic Standard and Times
Bangs Plans a Maine Coast Home Party Note
Humorist John Kendrick Bangs plans a permanent home on the Maine coast and invites prospective neighbors to a social gathering to submit house plans. The October Suburban Life article teases laughs as Bangs and his wife host the event and consider neighborly ideas.
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Mr. Bangs
John Kendrick Bangs
Maine
Remember how to dry and store brushes properly
Take care of your brushes by standing tooth and nail brushes so water drains away. Household brushes last longer when kept dry and not stored on their bristles.
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Barre Daily Times
Travelers’ Railway Guide
Talk OF
the Town
Brookfield
C. Moodhaw
PJ. Williame
Mire
Demenien
Siano
Northfield
A. m. Terranno
Joro
Ant
Orin Kimball
West Herlin
J. L. Stone
Randolph
East Barre
Qshorna’s
East Barra
R. Osborne
J. Wy ‘Oouward
Arthur & Martin
Webstervilla
Alo
L. J. Bolster
Teliphans
North Main Street
Vermont
D.M. Miles Coal CO
Gtice
Williamstown
Geo. Filson
Boonies
A.B. Whitcomb
Crary
Smith
Min
America
Don
Driggs
Thomas
Pennsylvania
Ben
Spearh
C. J. Dodge
Mais St
Deal
Hoyt
Opera Hour
CABOT
Websterville
South Barre
Wenato
Roerce
Detralt Tribaoe
Cretonne
Arras
Ladies’ Coats
Soc
Big Department Store
Corner Main
Peart Sts
Gored
Martin Luhee Au
N. M. Nelson
Reliance Woodpecker Engines
G. Tatt Agency
S. J. Segel Co
Wn. Peete Ee
Smith & Cun Opses
Grane Stet
Lide
Blow Depel Square
Barre, Vermont
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