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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1908
Page
7
After a day of effort to prepare his voice for a three week speaking itinerary Republican vice presidential candidate Sherman departed New York City to begin a tour through the southern tier counties of New York State following medical treatment to restore his throat for public speaking.
The Main Street livery stable in Barre has been sold to Messrs. Jones and McMillan. It will be modernized and better equipped for weddings, funerals, and transient hire with safe horses and competent drivers. They offer single or double hitch carriages, open or covered, and boarding space for a few horses. Survey to all trains. Expert care at usual rates. Give them a trial.
Gasoline engine in good condition offered with fousling machines all sorts of polishing tools a Werrick power capstan and hointing machine. Items available separately or as one lot at very reasonable prices.
Thirteen shares of the People's National Bank of Barre stock, held by the estate of the late Dr BW Brealey, must be sold to close the estate. Interested parties should apply to the attorney handling the estate for purchase details.
Speculates on ancient Japanese swordmaking blending craft and artistry. Describes welding of steel, decorative motifs, and the artisan’s devotion versus industrial mass production. Compares old craftsmanship with modern factory systems and loss of individual pride in work. Chicago News.
A fragmentary Washington Star passage shows a family potentially benefiting from swift purchases. Mr Cagnrox confirms orders are placed and paid for before inquiries into expenses can be made, reflecting a brisk household economy.
A Maine family from rial route 1, Cailford, claims improved health after using Dr. King's New Life Pills. The tonic is advertised as cleansing and toning the system gently. Sold at Red Cross Pharmacy and Wells’ Drug Store for 250.
Sweet Cider at my mill four cents per gallon while it lasts. We will not guarantee supply except while making, which will not be long due to the short crop. Chelsea Vermont.
Various items cover church leadership changes in Stowe with Rev A G Abbe taking over, Dr E M Pond’s recovery after gall bladder surgery in New York, and Orange Flood’s death in Keer Junction. Also included are Vermont horticultural topics, autumn farming advice, and brief regional historical notes about Franklin Pierce and Mourbhan’s Peacock Kingdom in Orissa.
John Couture Jr. has been missing since Sept 30 and his body was later found in the Cocheechy river near a tree. Mary Pell, 9, saw something in the water and led to the discovery. Authorities ruled death by his own hand. Couture, a brickmaker born in Gonie, had a troubled, drinking-filled period before his disappearance. Reports note a similar nearby discovery of Ernest Cormier and fear a third French Canadian brickmaker may also be in the river. The case reflects a pattern of melancholy behavior and possible suicides among local workers.
Famous physician argues death is painless like sleep, citing poisons and natural processes. He notes fear of death fades with illness and that final moments are calm, likening death to a sleep preceded by no fear or pain. The piece also weaves in light anecdotes and humorous asides.
A fragment from Chicago News notes the finest rulings by machines reach high precision with 2,000 sheets occupying the thickness of a writing paper. It also presents a verse fragment about a rejected marriage proposal, a dated sentiment reflecting social pressures and ardor.
A Detroit style notice asserts a Maryland doctor cures baldness by applying a scalp treatment. It promises rapid growth within weeks and urges readers to order via mail from a listed agent, E. A. Brown, Special Agent, with sample price details.
Large modern house nearly new with hardwood floors, nine rooms plus reception hall, modern plumbing, first and second floor toilet, electric lighting, hot air heating, and fine fixtures. Priced firm at 4500 but offered today under 4000 with a quick sale urged. Also cottage on Granite Street with five rooms and a large lot for 1250. 100 acre farm with tools and crops, modern barn, capable of 15 cows, price 3050. Additional six room house with barn and one acre outside city limits for rent or sale. 176 acre farm three miles from Williams town with stock and tools, may exchange, must be sold at once. This farm is a money maker.
A historical market notice advertises sale of farm stock and equipment. It lists cattle, hay, cultivars from Cabot Wil and Wale dentation, a 18,000 foot wood lumter, and a barn setup at RP De-a ete ah Li a ee Ban.
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