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Newspaper
The Evening Caledonian
Location
Saint Johnsbury, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1920
Page
4
A playful local column notes Back to the Soil supporters include wood alcohol drinkers and others who want seven feet by three. Towns hand motorists copies of automobile regulations as a curb on speedsters. A jail cell serves as a reading room for pamphlets. The piece mocks combing the countryside and whiskers as the tax debate stirs anger over public funds. It ends with a quip about a nervous man and a mysterious suitcase not proving a murder.
A reflective piece likens the United States to a wealthy recluse amid hungry masses. It argues Uncle Sam cannot remain aloof while Europe struggles, urging generous food aid and engagement to solve global problems. The author portrays wealth as a moral test for leadership and responsibility.
A historical plea urges the United States to aid Armenia and help stabilize Europe amid chaos. The writer cites a million Armenians slain and many enslaved, arguing the US should take a decisive role instead of remaining aloof.
A volatile 14 months after a global conflict ends, new war threats loom as Nosheviks in Russia menace Poland and Britain. The piece notes Russian regime aims to topple governments, urges nonrecognition of violent nationalists while urging Europe to endure prewar misery amid scarce resources.
In Caledonia county court this week four jurors requested excusal on conscientious grounds. One man said he belonged to the Covenanter church whose creed forbids taking oaths and that he had never signed the voting list. The case highlighted eligibility and oath objections in the jury process.
Orleans County reports a statewide spelling contest with Mill Miles of Trasburg crowned winner after a challenging second period. Judges included J. J. Whittier and Principal Davis while De MT Hillegias delivered an educational address on teacher parent relations.
Grace M. E. Church Ladies Aid raised over 50 dollars at a Birthday Bag Social featuring a program by Miss Beatyice M. Fean, Miss Mima E. Stiles, and others. In St Johnsbury Junior High School a French play Le Petit Chaperon Rouge was performed by students including Edward Fountaine Le Loup and Sara Nupnbery La Merve Grande, with aim to foster spoken French and appreciation of the language.
At the annual Brightlock Hospital Aid Association meeting officers were chosen including president Mrs Rebecca P Mairbanks and treasurer Mrs Carrie T Hinman. Committees selected cover Finance Sewing House Flower and Vegetable Literature Visiting Charity and more with Mrs S J Somerville and Mrs Nellie Gile among chairs.
The St Johnsbury Red Cross marks Lincoln's birthday February 12 as tag day to support Home Service work in town. Volunteers repaired and made over second hand garments and produced new clothing for individuals while seeking more workers and funds. The drive aids 22 disabled soldiers and 55 soldiers’ families needing assistance, with no heavy campaign planned.
The Grace Methodist Brotherhood event drew about 50 men, with Guy W. Hill presiding and Mrs. A. J. Remillard opening with a piano solo. JF Dickinson of Indianapolis recited James Whitcomb Riley poems, Judge Fish gave an informal talk on French Canadian dialect, and Carlyle Sargent displayed submarine views before light refreshments ended a delightful evening. Newport locals note Mrs. H. W. Blodgett’s Detroit trip for ill niece and congratulate Mr. and Mrs. George Crockford on the birth of a daughter. Ward Prouty placed on probation in Windsor court, with related sentences for Dennis Aldrich and William Phillips covered.
The goods were taken by two Frenchmen Homidas and Alcide Boldue, with part turned over to 10 Phillips. Mes Phillips was also arrested on the same charge but due to her...
Mr and Mrs Phillips are members of the First Baptist Church of Newport and enjoy a wide circle of friends in the city.
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