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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1908
Page
3
Advertises a Saturday sale of seven handkerchiefs for 25 cents. Items include linen hemstitched embroidered and lace trimmed pieces. Handkerchiefs described as slightly soiled. Sale emphasizes “closing the lot.”
A jumble of local ads lists discounts on watches, coats, peaches, and dairy butter, with a few names and addresses. Varied items include rental and housekeeping notes, a public sale announced for Saturday, and minor updates on theater offerings and arrivals at hotels.
Fall Market reports a strong supply of country-bred, corn-fed hogs for the weekend. Prime roasts, chops, and steaks will be available from this in-demand supply, prompting readers to place orders for Sunday pickup.
An obituary and private sale notice from East Barre describe the private sale of a home and services for Mrs Pred Lermend. The funeral details mention a service Wednesday and a cemetery burial, with many floral tributes and expressions of thanks from family and friends for support during the bereavement.
The funeral for Mrs Warren Bean was held at her late home with Rev Praser Metoger officiating. Survived by husband James Bean four children and several relatives, she was active in local churches and educated at Randolpl Center normal school before teaching. She endured illness after her husband Elmer’s death in February.
In St Johnsbury last evening at eight o'clock at the bride’s Summer Street home two popular locals wed. Lindol M Scott son of Mr and Mrs F A Scott and Margaret L Ely daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry G Ely were married by Rev Dr S GO assisted by Rev A Francis Welch of Manchester. Mary Ely sister of the bride acted as maid of honor and Roy Scott brother of the groom as best man. The bride wore white messaline silk with real lace and carried bridal roses. Ushers were Karl Evans Harold Bond and Hugh Mackinnon. A reception followed and guests were welcomed by Mr and Mrs Scott and Mr and Mrs Bly. Both bride and groom are St Johnsbury Academy graduates. Scott also attended Burdett business college. After a short wedding trip they will reside in St Johnsbury.
In Yokohama, L J De Courcey praises the royal family's chickens as the most beautiful and extraordinary. He notes their tall tails, blue plumage, buff bodies, and white-tipped necks. A pair reportedly sold for 1,000 to a wealthy Englishman, with fears the breed may soon disappear as Japan plans to halt breeding.
A fragmented dialogue from a past society column features a young brite speaking of an aide and a wealthy husband reacting with mock suspicion. The garbled text hints at romance and social intrigue but lacks clear names or places.
A. P. Abbott & Co declares preparations for its largest Fall and Winter business yet. The firm promotes a vast stock of new fall goods including prettier geese and updated designs, noting last season's high prices led factories to close out old stock.
The Pall Suit shop touts strong sales and new styles as the season changes. A range of ladies suits is advertised from 18 to 25 dollars, featuring Mand Mioch length coats, foil platted skirts, serge and cheviots fabrics, with many models unique in style and suited for special orders.
A local merchant announces a large arrival of ladies coats in fall and winter styles. Prices start at 5.75 and go up to 27.50 with partial and semi fitted designs, heavy braiding, and lined interiors for warmth. New models feature London inspired touches and fashionable yet practical tailoring.
We have an overstock of lace stock and remaining fall merchandise at half price. For ten days only, select items including Ladies Silk and Wool Contain in black and colors are reduced from 100 to 15 dollars, with limited email sizes.
A collection of brief items reports weddings and visits across West Derby dates. includes births, gatherings at Hatch hall, condolences for the Watson family, a funeral with detailed floral tributes, religious preaching notes, and a Vermont court case overview mentioning Albert W. Bolka and Martin P. Allen with a verdict for the defendant.
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