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Newspaper
Windham County Reformer
Location
Brattleboro, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1902
Page
2
The Windham County Reformer and allied publishers report subvention to a campaign effort in Dab Kyattt Hent. The notice outlines funding for promotional activities and related expenses.
In Brattleboro the reform crowd argues the majority favors a high license option and a state dispensary system. They condemn continuing prohibitory measures as outdated and press lawmakers to align with public will, warning against any licensed compromise that would dilute the referendum.
The Vermont press laments factional strife over a proposed state dispensary and rail commission power. Figures like Roefnfield and Sackett are cited as voices in a heated debate about governance, labor welfare, and state funds. The piece notes legislative delays and mounting pressure from various interest groups amid a tense political climate.
A Maine article describes a surge of deer and moose sightings as hunters move into the forests around Rangeley and Washington County. It notes bears fattening for winter, a famed Maine moose rumored at 2.9 pounds? and guides claiming recent sightings. The piece highlights the season's sport, preparation, and a railroad booklet offering hunting information.
Varied Vermont notes report a Bethel granite find and Newport capital plans, a West Pawlet mining death, a Bennington hit by a car, and a statewide union gathering. Funeral for Congressman Grout draws officials from Montpelier. A Central Vermont injury case advances in court.
A garbled passage mentions higher prices for beans and references suffering, a lawful action, and miners. Details are unclear due to OCR errors, but hints at legal or regulatory topics tied to market changes and enforcement.
Fragmented OCR details election returns from a congressional race. Names such as Haskins Beeler and Beaty are mentioned with vote totals and scattering results. The text notes Secretary of State announcements and district results, but the full specifics are garbled.
A special Paris dispatch reports De Bradsky and another aeronaut died instantly when the car rope broke during a trial ascent near St Denis after the balloon rose to high altitude. The airship, 110 feet long, features a new design with a rear motor and wooden frame, built to displace its own weight of air. De Bradsky, 34, commander of the mission, left a widow and three children.
A brief note lists directions to grow herbs and remedies to ease a cold at home. It mentions simple home treatments and cautions against overuse or reliance on unverified products. The casual instruction reflects common folk knowledge of at home remedies.
Report outlines Crown Prince Vasitavudli of Lint visiting Burlington while Addison club in Middlebury faces arrest over illegal liquor sales. Rutland and Burlington observers discuss fuel reform and political shifts, with Boston Journal features praised for style and a local club election listing several officers and members.
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