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Newspaper
Burlington Free Press
Location
Burlington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1900
Page
7
The issue highlights local notices and political chatter from Brattleboro and Barre, Vermont. It previews developments at the Caledonia county Republican convention in St Johnsbury, contemplates Brattleboro’s cityhood move, notes a gold field claim near Iberia, and reports a Philadelphia oleomargarine case with a $300 fine and two months in jail.
In Marble City factional rifts split the Vermont Democrats with rival caucuses led by Spellman Moloney and Mayor T H Brown and PB Hl McManus. Delegates to state and district conventions will be chosen amid contested claims while Col Smalley’s possible re election looms as a major point of dispute.
The report highlights rising postal receipts and strong export growth. It notes Japan exports up sharply from 1899 levels, China and Australasia expanding, and Philippines trade increasing as the year progresses. Data points show substantial gains and optimistic outlooks for national commerce and manufacturing.
The piece discusses a Vermont political contest centered on Congressman Powers and ex-Gov Page. It describes Page papers accusing Powers of weak influence, the push for a face to face debate, and the tension over district convention timing and duties in Congress. The narrative flags partisan maneuvers across eastern and western Vermont outlets.
A Vermont political notice analyzes reports from Franklin Addison and Bennington counties about Page delegates and party sentiment. It argues Page faces weak support across Chittenden Franklin and Bennington while Powers leads, predicting a tough convention battle.
The six week Vermont primary fight features six candidates for Congress in the First District with 886 delegates. Col Baker leads Rutland support while Lamoille County may limit Pake. Contenders include Powers and Vogt as Whig second choices face-off and Bennington county canvassing voices back Batchelder as the Bennington Banner notes.
The St Johnsbury Republican reports speculation on Vermont's 1900 census showing a rise from 136 thousand ten years earlier to a likely over 250 thousand total. The article cites past figures and notes uncertainty due to garbled data in the text.
An advertisement touts Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People as a cure for nervous prostration and debility. It claims benefits for paralysis ataxia and St Vitus dance, neuralgia, rheumatism, Brights disease and consumption, with sale details from Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady NY.
The piece argues Bennington county should nominate the candidate, citing consistent Republican majorities and a history of steady support. It claims the county’s backing is earned by hard work and loyalty, not by favorites or prior representation.
Readers urge support for John E B Wheelock of Colchester as a capable Vermont senator candidate. Other letters discuss Addison county candidates for U S Senate, criticise rivalries, and note party alignment and local political loyalties. A subscriber in Sheldon adds a brief remark about Gov Pages staff.
A Randolph resident issues an open letter to Orange County Republicans arguing his long record of party service and loyalty, seeking endorsement for the state senate while contrasting his stance with opponent W. Elviall and outlining his Vermont roots and home. The letter recounts Republican ties since 1886, prior service, and a pledge not to run a personal canvass unless the majority supports him.
An advertisement touts Allen's Foot-Ease powder as a cure for painful swollen feet corns bunions and excessive sweating. It claims instant relief for tired feet and easier wear for shoes. Sold in stores or by mail order with a sample package free and a 25 cent stamp price.
The text outlines savings bank practices: deposits within the first five days earn interest from month start, deposits after day five accrue from the next month start, and interest is paid semi annually in January and July. The legal rate is four percent until surplus reaches ten percent of deposits, then a extra dividend applies. Interest above two thousand dollars is restricted except for specified groups or court-ordered trust funds. The bank pays state taxes on deposits of fifteen hundred dollars or more.
An old warning cautions against mercury in catarrh remedies and urges medical prescription. It promotes Hall’s Catarrh Cure by F F Cheney Co Toledo claiming no mercury and internal use. The ad stresses buying genuine products and lists price per bottle.
Representative Richardson states a Senate candidate may be elected if he wishes. He notes Charles Royce and Butterey Binith as strong contenders while Hevee remains non committal and Smith backs Pillingham. Drought impacts Franklin County as Fletch town plans to help residents. Ely Cream Balm touted for nasal relief with a 75 cent price including tube.
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