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Newspaper

Barre Daily Times

Location

Barre, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Oct 15, 1908

Page

4

Barree Daily Times Opinion Snippets On Weather And Legislation

The column surveys local weather notes and Havre readers, jokes about Jane weather in October, mentions a legislative probe into telephone companies, and notes a belief the Chicago baseball team won the world championship. It reports a Dartmouth journalism case and jokes about wealth, then critiques Vermont legislative suspensions for corporate meetings and osteopathy entering medical practice in New York with a high court ruling on death certificates.

Noah Webster New York State

Judge Tyler declines re election to Vermont supreme court

The Vermont Supreme Court’s senior judge, James M. Tyler, has declined to be a candidate for re election this fall. The Barre Times and The Messenger note the decision brings regret yet honors a long career of twenty one years of service and possible private life retirement to pursue plans. The discussion also touches on American born births and immigrant heritage in early U S history, suggesting first generation Americans remain loyal citizens and the heritage matters less than patriotism.

James M. Tyler Vermont Supreme Court State of Vermont Sale Tyler Cupramoe Court The Barre Times the Messenger St. Albans Messenger Hne Times Times Mtgheugeest United States Stfe

Children Firearms and Law In Rural Hardwick Incident

Two Hardwick youths rented a rifle from a Hardwick storekeeper and one was shot seriously though not fatally. Authorities debate the storekeeper’s liability under a statute imposing fines for furnishing firearms to minors under fifteen. The article discusses the intent to shield underage youths from handling dangerous weapons.

Hardwick Willeh

Lawful virtue and gun possession by minors

The passage argues for enforcing law with vigor, notes a statute making it an offence for a child under fifteen to possess a weapon without parental consent, and urges testing accident prevention measures as hunting season begins.

Reform of Grade Crossings in Vermont Gains Steam

A Vermont reform moves swiftly after new railway laws. The railroad commission orders abolition of two crossings per several miles, improving safety with few objections beyond occasional municipal resistance. The process reflects broad support for public safety over local obstruction, notes Bennington Banner.

Vermont Railroad Commission Commission Bennington Hunner

Newspapers should drop Italian nationality bias in crime reports

Northfield News argues against singling out Italian offenders by nationality in crime stories. It urges fair practice when names appear, noting most Italian Americans strive in education and business, and calls for equal labeling of all offenders regardless of background.

Haly Windham Northfield News

Central Vermont Railway Report At Shareholders Meeting

Central Vermont Railway announces at the annual meeting that despite a low mood in the past year the company broke even financially and improved public service compared with wartime. Observers in northern New England recognize railroading in Vermont is not highly profitable, but ongoing industrial growth may boost future prospects.

Central Vermont Railway Company New England Vermont Verwent Peel

Central Vermont Railroading Under Strain in Vermont

The Central Vermont faces rugged northern terrain that tests railroad maintenance and operation. The article argues that even with strong management, adverse weather and mountainous conditions limit performance. It discusses the difficulty of keeping the line from St Albans to Montpelier on schedule amid harsh travel conditions.

Vermont Wistern Central Vermont St. Albans

Insurance Meetings Reveal Vermont Mutual and Union Mutual Directors

Vermont Mutual directors elected including James T Sabin and W T Dewey with August 1 2008 as reference. Union Mutual Fire Insurance re elects directors led by James W Brook and Herbert Brigham. Union Mutual reports in force 25 112 172 08 and total expenditures 005 00 with 4429 08 for host Josten by fre. Total assessments since organization 128 percent.

The Vermont Mutual Union Mutual Piro Insurance Companion Montpelier Georgy James T. Rabin W. Tyatt George Uriggs Wael Adrion County J. Judson Bonnington Country T. Ide Frm Ciledania Howry Chittenden S. Robinson Rasex County DB. Hunt Franklin County H.W. Marvin Croed Lale County Thomas CO. Chee Lamoille County Joan H. DuBold Orange County M. Webster Irleana County H. Jack Trudant County James I. Martie Windham County W. W. Stickney Windsor County Union Mutual Union Mutual Fire Insurance Company J. W. Hrock A.D. Farwell J. H. Senior H.W. Kemp Fred Manchard R. B. Denny Fred A. Howlams Hemenway T. Hoxie Hall G. M. Campbell E. Henry Powell Hertart Prig Fam Henry M. McVarland S. Emery Hon. Woodfin Fred G. Field James W. Brook Herbert ¥. Brigham Harlan W. Kemp Ant Ralph B. Denny

Rathskeller Hen: price comparison with Boston eatery

The Rathskeller is not expensive and offers meals comparable in quality to the American House Rathskeller in Boston. It asserts dining here costs no more than at other fine restaurants and emphasizes superior food quality.

Economist Rathskeller Boston

Por terhouse and Plank Steaks Time Advertisement

Thursday menu features large and small Porterhouse and Plank Steaks Pork Steaks and Veal Chops offered at regular advertised prices.

Friday and Saturday Lobsters and Oysters at Newburg Style

For Friday and Saturday, 5 PM Lobsters any style a la Newburg. Oysters any style cock tail specialty. Clams and Fish at regular advertised prices. Private dining room for parties up to 12. Regular dinners for ladies and gentlemen weekdays 12 to 2 PM for 35 cents. Rathskeller open 6 AM to 12 AM. Read tomorrow’s paper for Sunday menu.

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Legislature Social Season Lights Burlington Notes

Notes on legislature work include Governor Prouty's receptions and balls at the governor's room and Armory. Highlights cover deer hunting bills for next season, possible open season changes, penalties for accidental shooting, and a nod to past political appointments amid ongoing state activities and farmer's club reorganization.

Mra HL Prouty Mumber Vermont Norwich University United Daughters Armory

Tax payment deadline and local movements listed

Last day to pay taxes and receive discount noted for Cabot area. Names Cecil Foster T J Ongar work in St domnsbury on business Tuesday. M D Wells in Montana yesterday. George low of maven visited Woodry Co store and St Johnbury for Tall company business. Dr A W Beker and Dr G Wie Hams to Reston. Baker near Hurrey Chase’s Main Street house. Ninth Vermont reunion postponed to July 1800 with unclear venue.

Cecil Foster T. J. Ongar St. Domnsbury M. D. Wells Montana George Low Maven Vermont Alain Bane Ferg

New Knives and Watch Bar Gains in Jewelry Department

Jewelry department announces new knives including carpenter and workmen types with prices from 49 cents to 98 cents. Watches feature Elgin and Wal tham options with prices $12.98 and $2.98 and a $0.98 “Good Timers” offer.

Elgin Walteks

President Re-elected in Vermont Society Meeting

The Vermont Bible Society held a Saturday afternoon meeting at Y. St parlors in Montpelier. Officers were elected for the coming year, with Rev Dr A L Cooper of Randolph as president and W A Davison of Burlington as vice president. An anniversary service is planned for next Sunday at First Baptist Union in Montpelier with Rev I A Bamberg delivering the sermon. Public meeting with Rev Dr W L Haven may follow at the State House if space is secured.

JA. DeBoer Montpelier House Vermont Historical Society W. W. Stickney Honey W. Avl New York John, Goodrich Raiiington Vermont Hill New York Commission Vermont Commission Farmers’ Club Wn, Cady Middlebury Cady Proteher Cavendick Hitchcock Wittsford Martin Wininflelt A. My Pletcher Cavendish George C, Flint Bethel James Kennedy Williston W. P. Walker Dimmeraton John Button St *“Mians H. Marshal Burke H. G. Thomas Stowe Fied Pete Cammiesieger PF. C. Williame Newt Orleans Versie Orleans County Y. St Jolph Jnry W. A. Davinon Burlington H. A. Stayton Morrisville Ih. Kalloge Waterbury Tr. WY L. Haven American Mble Society Yeater H. A. Slayton Newport Q. G. Stickney F. A. Poole Harce J. W. Burgen Lyndon Center

A A Smith and Brother Fall Footwear Sale

A A Smith and Brother advertise fall footwear with heavier soles and sturdy builds. They push wearers to buy now as cooler weather sets in, promising comfortable stylish shoes at lower prices than elsewhere.

October Togs Offer From Local Store

A local shop invites shoppers to visit for clothing toys and toys for children with a salesman ready to show stock prices and advantages of buying there. The message emphasizes a fair proposal and personal service to help customers compare options.

Saleman

Sweater Line Offers Warmth for All Budgets

A local shop promotes sweaters for men and boys in varied qualities colors and prices. Useful throughout the winter season, the advertise promises a price to fit every purse and notes sweaters are comfortable both under and without an overcoat.

Visit to Store Promises Savings on Dry Goods

A local notice invites shoppers to a store offering a range of items including coats skirts shirt waists underwear flannelette goods blankets sweaters and furs with the prospect of paying savings to customers in need of these goods.

East Barre News Roundup of Local People and Events

East Barre notes ill patient Miss Lizzin Watson aids Mrs Bilodeau. Miss Careon visits Miss Marion Dickey. Florence Make on vacation from Northfield. W T O meets Mrs Arkley Friday at 2 30. I O R M meets Thursday night. Herb Whitcomb ill but improving. Mrs De Minant at Free Will Baptist meeting. Lady Foresters fair underway. Kipling Stream Rebekahs hold regular meeting. Elmér Blanchard suddenly ill sent to Burlington hospital. Frank Dickey recovering from wrestling with A B Hutchins. two upper school rooms closed as teachers attend state teachers meeting at Rutland. Millstone Lodge No 222 NECP meets Friday to plan 21st anniversary observance.

Lizzin Watson J. D. Bilodeau Doyle Careon Marion Dickey Florence Make Northfield Mix Herb Whitcomb de. Minant Lady Foresters Miss Sanborn Miss O'Brien Rutland

Postcards and hosiery deal teased for shoppers

Four postcards for five cents each are advertised with a mix of pretty foreign views and comic depictions. The offer emphasizes hosiery for men women and children valued over ten cents per pair, while hinting at new merchandise arriving tomorrow.

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