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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1908
Page
4
A weather and wildfire warning dominates local concerns as legislators delay the deer season for two weeks to prevent fires and save money. Observers note hunters face disruption, but the plan aims to avert forest blazes and protect villages, towns, and homes amid drought fears.
In Bellows Falls on October 23 the State Sunday School convention opened with strong expected attendance. Delegates arrived, over 200 registered, and conferences were held at local churches. An evening reception at a resident’s home drew many visitors, and tomorrow the convention’s full day program begins with a crowded agenda.
Northfield Nowa reports support for the reappointment of railroad commissioner S Hollister Jackson citing his efficient service on the board over the past two years. The piece hints the term may expire and notes the public service commission may gain expanded powers. Also referenced is a Montpelier summary on school athletics at Goddard and Barre, plus a St Albans incident where a school captain and two players were penalized for ineligible participation.
A jumble of comic snippets and verses from various papers. Fragments recall jokes about summer girls engagements dogs and a few short exchanges. a mix of humorous lines and light anecdotes without a single coherent story. The tone mimics a cluttered humor page of a late 19th or early 20th century newspaper.
Reports indicate St Albans faces a severe water shortage with the eighth foot water mark near. Officials anticipate only one hour of daily supply while repairs progress. Pipe deliveries and a 25‑man crew are working to restore service as night shifts are considered.
Senators W A Lord M T D Wells and G Raton of Washington county attended the 1904 reunion society banquet at the state house on Wednesday W A Landwell served as toastmaster. The reunion ban was started by Orleans county senators and repeated by Caledonia senators. Twenty seven members were present.
Local legislative notes reveal the House refused a third reading on a salary-related bill for appellate judges but then reconsidered Mr Baron’s proposal to empower towns and villages to appropriate funds for agricultural fairs. In other items, Henry Winter of Colgate University was killed by a locomotive in Oneida New York and buried in Townshend. Miss Ftta Macdonald and Frederick Richardson wed at Bellows Falls with Phil Harri son in attendance.
Reynolds & Son's advertises a full range of stoves featuring scientifically arranged drafts. The copy boasts stoves that draw without blowing and produce heat with no smoke. It highlights Glenwood models from kitchen cookers to parlor heaters, claiming "All Glenwoods, nothing else."
Reports indicate Judge vacancies and elections favoring Zed Stanton Haselton and others, with Rutland voters supporting Henry S Clark and Ferrin expected re election. A farmers meeting at the State House drew 60 to 70 attendees debating deer bounty policy and no bounty on noxious animals. Governor Pranty postponed the deer open season to November 8 amid public safety concerns.
In Montpelier on October 22 the unveiling and dedication of a memorial tablet honored those who served in the War of 1812. The Vermont division of the National Society of the United States Daughters of 1812 led the event with music, a sermon, and remarks by society members and state officials. The inscription praises the Vermont sires who gave service for their country.
The senator, Brattleboro produced Min. OF. R. Tie, reviewed the Carey es and the War of 361h. He discussed the war’s impact on the country’s destiny in the years that followed and its relevance to the state society’s concerns.
Montpelier вет hearing in the Senate chamber considers a 25000 appropriation to help Vermont play a creditable role in the Lake Champlain tercentenary celebration. Walter H E Crockett and J M Nays outlined Vermonts participation plans while petitions from several patriotic and colonial societies urged support.
Barre market advertises the best, freshest oysters direct from the beds at low prices. Also features solid meats at 45 cents per quart and a selection of haddock, cod, halibut, mackerel, lake trout, pike, flounders, herring, and more. Orders requested early for Friday. telephone available 10 2.
Winter goods here this week with emphasis on quality and value. Items include Ladies Flannelette Night Robes 50c 69c 95c and Skirts 50c 75c, Heavy Fleeced Underwear 39c 50c, Wool Underwear 89c 1.00, Children's Underwear 25c, Ladies New Waists from 98c to 4.50, and Black Silk Waists 2.98 3.98 4.50 up, all in varied sizes and new colors.
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