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Newspaper
The Evening Caledonian
Location
Saint Johnsbury, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1920
Page
4
The text presents skeptical notes on politicians using scarce resources, war criminals in Germany, irregular work habits yet punctual pay calls, and a blunt motto about daily labor. It also mentions supposed attempts to reduce living costs and a warning that idleness today leads to work tomorrow.
The piece argues Vermont can ratify the federal suffrage amendment despite constitutional quirks. It recalls the amending process and cites past amendments, including the 18th, 14th, and 15th, and notes Vermont paid income taxes though not initially a ratifying state.
The article argues that direct Senate elections override state legislatures, detailing Article V of the Constitution and the ratification process. It discusses Vermont’s role, the nullification of conflicting state clauses, and the impact of the Susan B Anthony amendment on voting qualifications, noting that only the word male would be nullified for female voters.
Mrs. M. Parker of Los Angeles describes long illness and heavy medicine costs. After taking Tanlac she reports full recovery, able to work, improved appetite and sleep, and vanished rheumatism. Sold at Landry's Drug Store in St. Johnsbury Vermont.
The marriage of Miss Nelson and Mr. Nelson concludes a St Johnsbury academy romance. The couple plan a trip east to visit Buffalo Hartford Bridgeport Providence and Newark City before settling on a Ryegate farm home. Mrs. Nelson a former E T Fairbanks stenographer graduated in 1917. wedding dress doubles as graduation dress.
The union foreign missionary meet ing of the North and South churches will be held in the vestry of the South church on Friday afternoon March 26 at three o'clock. Stereoptican views will illustrate the Battalion of Life in the Crusio of Commissions. Leaders are Mrs. F E Parmer and Miss Shields.
An old advertisement touts Cas carets as a simple nightly remedy for liver and bowel poisoning, claiming they avoid griping unlike Calomel salts or harsh pills and let users feel splendid by morning. The copy urges immediate relief from biliousness and constipated feelings.
A special train to Woodsville departs at 6 50 tomorrow night for the American Legion Woodsville basketball game. Woodsville beat Barre 19 to 13 in a rough affair with Barre accused of aggressive dirty play and unsportsmanlike tactics. The Wells River correspondent notes the Barre team appeared to instigate most altercations and questions their representativeness.
A concise reflection contrasts keeping peace over forming strained alliances. The line urges avoiding adversaries and favors cautious friendships, suggesting prudence in social ties over risky disputes.
Help wanted notice seeking two table girls in Lyndon Vermont. No further details available in the readable text.
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