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Newspaper
The Evening Caledonian
Location
Saint Johnsbury, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1920
Page
4
The piece notes candidates King Bhowst launching ads amid concerns of restraint on a free press. It highlights the Rutland Herald argument that newspapers are private property serving public purposes and act as the medium for disseminating information.
The ad claims Dr Edwards Olive Tablets relieve bad breath by cleansing the bowels without calomel side effects. It presents them as a vegetable remedy with olive oil, available in 10s and 25s, and notes the product’s long use among patients with bowel and liver complaints. A Vermont political advertising note follows, and a local item reports Henry J Dynean returning home from Lewistown Maine after months away.
A Senate Naval committee hearing debates Admiral Sints' criticisms of the Navy, arguing the main wartime goal was not solely defeating German submarines. The Navy says its role supported transport and convoy duties, with submarine control a factor but not decisive in ending the U-boat threat. Critics say revisions over time misstate the service's impact.
Local Newport Center items report illness days, church pulpit changes, and visits. Rev C W Morse supplied the North Troy Baptist pulpit. Rev C W Kelley spent time in North Troy with Superintendent Dugaty and Red Cross work. Junior League and Methodist notes describe suppers, youth activities, and community singing school results amid ongoing church affairs.
May Day festival in Newport City aims to raise the hospital fund and foster neighborly goodwill. The event, planned for Tuesday May 9, includes meals in local churches with hot coffee and supper provided by community members, and a plan to avoid over solicitation.
Vermont voters will vote in the Johnsbury town hall from noon to 6 p m on Tuesday May 18 for the presidential primary. The ballot lists Gen Leonard Wood and William G Webster as official candidates with Henry Ford and Herbert Hoover name mentions debated. many write‑in favorites are expected in both parties as citizens express their preference.
The Troop held a sturdy meeting and defeated Miller team 10 to 18 with key scoring by N Pike M Mike and F Mevin. Absences of J Hike Wilkes and McNamara affected the lineup as the Troop looks to baseball and track next.
Dr Grenfell will give an illustrated lecture in Grace church Thursday night, featuring his Labrador work and the methods of his Thursday lectures. Proceeds from the local talk will support his work aiding Christian missions and cures across states. He travels from Darlington to Dorset and will speak to college students in both places.
The U S Army West Point Military Band seeks qualified musicians for vacancies across instruments. Married men may apply if qualified, with opportunities for extra pay at dances and orchestra work. Inquiries at the local recruiting office, 41 Road Street St Johnabuly.
The United States Civil Service Commission announces an open competitive examination for Customs Service posts in May. Vacancies in Internal Revenue districts and Navy Yards and Naval Stations will be filled from this examination. Information available from the Secretary, Board of United States Civil Service Examiners at St Johnsbury, or the Secretary of the United States Civil Service District in Boston. Applications must be filed in time to arrange for eligibility.
Market report notes brisk demand for sugar products in Caledonian-Recond Boston area with prices shown in cents per pound. Quotations indicate sugar cakes and refined products at varying rates from 40 to 47 cents, with brichy at 58 cents and other items around 40 cents. New York reports ample supply and no new arrivals, with old stocks continuing to move slowly and prices mixed.
Passumpsic Lodge F and A M invites brethren to a meeting on Thursday evening in April at 7:20. Work on M M degree and lunch will be served. Graves W M and H Wallott Se with Palestine Commandery No 5 K T in attendance. April 27 installation of officers planned.
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