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Newspaper
The Evening Caledonian
Location
Saint Johnsbury, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1920
Page
4
In the Press Comment section, a Canadian report urges standardized dress for high school girls aged from 16 to 18 to curb needless family expenses amid high living costs. The piece cites a cost of living commissioner and notes the potential impact on parents.
The St. Johnsbury banks report total resources of 10 654 450.92 across four institutions with Passumpsie Sayings Bank holding 2 791 267.25 and First National Bank assets at 921 706.82. Citizens Savings Bank & Trust and Merchants National Bank list varied investments and deposits. all show semi annual or extra dividends issued on January 1 with percentages noted and profits summarized.
City Mission in St Johnsbury stages a New Year dinner for 50 plus children with Mac Marshall and Mrs Marshall in charge. Elks Lodge funded the event this year while prior dinners drew private gifts. Children received candy, fruit, and one sick mother also enjoyed a dinner delivered by the mission.
Bayer tablets of Aspirin offer quick relief for pains colds neuralgia toothache and headache. The ad stresses the Bayer name as proof of genuine aspirin prescribed by physicians for over eighteen years and proven safe by millions. A tin box contains twelve tablets and larger packages are sold by druggists.
A funeral was held at the Stine son home at 61 Miin steed Friday afternoon. Earlier, a fire at Robert Mackinnon’s roof caused water damage, likely from chimney sparks. Guy W. Hill slipped on ice at the Goss garage, was examined, and found to have no broken bones. The first fire of the year damaged Curt Hopkins’s Packard automobile, $500 worth of damage, but the chassis remained usable after top and upholstery replacement.
In Burlington four prominent men were named for fair price commissioner by Mr Bullard and sent to Governor Clement who declined to appoint without Legislature in session. The effort stalled though Bullard remains in touch with Washington to set a fair sugar price. The district attorney’s office has investigated profiteering and will continue. A commissioner’s appointment seems imminent, aligning with actions in other states.
A Belgrade based report notes the city as a notable center for women architects. It highlights Serbia's capital as a flat hub attracting female professionals in the architectural field. The piece emphasizes early adoption of women in the profession within Belgrade.
LATE NEWS BULLETINS Pasadena January 2 Harvard football squad began its long return to Boston after a seven to six victory over the University of Oregon yesterday in Pasadena. The win marks the first time an eastern team scored in the annual intersectional game here.
Churches held New Year receptions with guests Bishop Stichards and Mrs Cary among the hosts. North Congregational welcomed over 100 attendees while the Leavehlight club hosted a Leap Year party at South Congregational. Rev A J Grant gave open house on Spring Street for parishioners and friends. The Academy orchestra provided Tunic music at the North Church reception.
Advertises Pape's Diapepsin tablets as a quick fix for indigestion stomach distress and acidity. Claims meals misfit gas belching lumps of distress and heartburn are resolved quickly. Notes the tablets are pleasant harmless and inexpensive at drug stores.
Important notice for piano owners in Passumpsie Vermont. L. K. Harvey the piano man based in St. Johnsbury guarantees expert work on voicing and grand action. Orders filed immediately. Telephone 693-M or write.
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