Vermont Reformers Fray Over Graft in Legislature
The Brattleboro era paper reports a heated debate over a $22,000 graft risk in Vermont politics. It notes a joint resolution ordering the auditor to pay for services, the Rutland Herald’s stance, and local voter choices on municipal water plans. The piece cites Montpelier officials, the auditor, and state legislators amid broader concerns of public ethics and reform. It mentions Crowell’s water system, possible bonds, and a contested path to a municipal water future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wearoeio
Idm
Montpetier
Montpelier
Efort
Vermont
Ite
Tegialshire
Crowell
Thia
Prevent Omnis Cers
Mr. Crowell
Brattleboro
Brattleboro and Vermont Political Turmoil Mentioned
Fragmented notes reveal Brattleboro politics with anti liquor league activity and calls to hold hearings. References to legislators, state figures, and reform efforts paint a picture of legislative maneuvers, Vineland political discourse, and farmer concerns amid a heated public debate.
Reward for Meritorious Service and praise for A Cushnen
The Burlington Vire press notes support reappointment of A Cushnen as state commissioner with general satisfaction and commendation. It highlights his meritorious service, increased state revenue from his work, and the belief he deserved promotion, while congratulating his supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington Vire
A. Cushnen
Coshkis
Vermont Railroad Commission Changes Stir Debate
Ex Railroad Commissioner Howard faces sharp critique as a two year term ends amid graft allegations. New appointments to the Vermont Railroad Commission include Eli Porter of Wilmington, John W. Redmond of Newport, and S Hollister Jackson of Barre, praised for honesty, law enforcement, and broad railroad expertise.
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Woodstock
Howard
Traftsbury
Atritken
Vermont
Hlomont
the Railroad Commission
Montpelier Journal
Eli dL Porter
Wilmington
Proctor
Senate
John W. Redmond
Newport
S. Hollister Jackson
Barre
Jess
World War I Era Dispatches From Washington Congress Debates
A late 19th or early 20th century style summary reports on political tensions and policy stances. The piece highlights U S government actions toward foreign relations with Japan and Panama, presidential opinions, naval funding, and public interest debates about naval and domestic measures. It mentions Roosevelt era context, the Panama canal funds, and calls for national unity and preparedness without graphic detail.
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Congress
Panama
Sires
Tietebar
Giremibeut
Hublee
Dalle
Pakenge
Naval
Tan Wong
New York official Oscar 8 becomes secretary of commerce and labor
President Roosevelt rearranges the cabinet naming Oscar 8 to secretary of commerce and labor as Victor H. Metcalf steps to navy. Charles J. Bonparte becomes attorney general, while William Tl. Moody retires as attorney general to join the Supreme Court as associate justice, sworn in beside Justice Holmes.
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Oscar 8
Steaun
New York City
Department of Commerce and Labor
Roosevelt
Victor H. Metcalf
Navy Department
Charles J. Bonparte
United States
William Tl. Moody
United States Supreme Court
Josythee Holmes
Political Astigmatism in Burlington News
A Burlington News column accuses Me Howard, linked to the state auditor in Vermont, of graft via transportation charges to a railroad station. The piece questions the auditor's awareness and calls for an explanation to the people about whom Mr. Howard serves.
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Central Vermont
Burlington
St. Albans
Rivorge W. Pierce
Hrattleburn
State Grange
Bell
Pierre
Aupelier
Ureshtent Roosevelt
Menage
Vietor
Matewli
Dale Eith
Childran
Vidlenne
Japan
Penton
Winwll
United States
Burlington News
Howard
Legislative Committee
Ayniiter
Vermont
Warren
Enderl
The Meddler Clownish Hoax Ends With Staged Murder Plot
A drunken man hides in a boiler room setup as a dummy fooled Moran & Company clerks. The prank escalates with a fake intruder report, a staged chase, and a reveal that yields only comic consequences. Police and urban rumor swirl as the mystery unfolds in Montpelier.
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Allery
Tore
Moran & Company
Haring * Ky
Fenton & Company
How to Throw Mud in an 19th Century Paper Style
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss mud throwing and a named editor in harsh terms. It cites Mr Githers and a “semirrifows blackguard” attack, promising forthcoming pieces on Me Willer and Hillingsgate, with reference to a Hamilton Intelligencer debate and firemen.
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Wednentay
Githers
Willer
Hillingsgate
Vonaidena
Hamilton
Kidney health claims from Brattleboro readers
Brattleboro residents endorse Dean's Kidney Pills as effective after years of urinary issues. A testimonial from C. F. Weet of Brattleboro credits relief from kidney pains, dizziness, and frequent urination to the pills, purchased at Holden's drug store.
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Brattleboro
Brekurhe
Vth
Dean Ridney
Dean
KH. Holden
Poster Milhurn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Dona's
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Windham County Reformer
Vermont Printing Company
Woward
Rice
Bitier
Bena
Vaoh
Ineer
Cxtile Commission
Vermant
Foberenlin
Utie Wuetade
So Lang
Treme
Milrondt
Wiehik
Rawk
Coneoa
NewMorapahire
Windham County
Wintham County
Simpathy
Rentileta
Jung
Umm
Etna Gap
Alburgh
Champlain
Thomas
Monoren
Soule
Gus
Montplior
Waterman & Martin
Dusge Waterminy & Mart
Judge Watermacn
Martin & Gitvon
Judge Whtenman
Martin
Gi Faun
Jude Waterman
Cinrge
Martin & Sage
Ile San Climbing
Hasking
Ant Therfore
Hage
King Doe
Phelps
Bebels of
Hill
Bally
Brig
West River
Windham
Charles G Wheeler
Wheeler
Redmond
Porter
Jackson
Gieorge W. Boros
St. John Staey
Gibron
Bratteboro
Fung
Brett
Newville
Muiateipal Court
Egientind
Lieie Eitiin
Basen
Mane Fenton
Vermusty
ThAdt
Heatilehor
Windhar
Hehsia
Jn Mannachunetts
Massachusetts
Varra
Creneucer Chapin
Lee Tomiie
the Meddler
Colerir
Hinman
Inernieg
Pyne
Putnam
Adad
National Cigar Stands
C.e.graffam
Main St
Day and Wight
J. W.izard
Brattieboro
Washington
Vermont Loan & Trust CO
F.B. Putnam, Gen. Agi
Brattleboro, Wt
James B, Randall
State Mutual Lif Assurance
Geo. M. Clay
Agt
Brattleboro, Or
C. F. Thomas
Ph.g
Federal Club Rye
N. W
W. J. Curran
Hinsdale, N. H
Tate
Baker’s
Belle Mead Sweets
Greene’s Pharmacy
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