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Newspaper
The Weekly Caledonian
Location
Saint Johnsbury, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1919
Page
1
A satirical prewar column quips about the Kaiser, Bolsheviki, and election woes. It mentions Montreal going wet and compares costs with White River Junction, mocks frenzied finance by Vermont women, and laments auto chains and sour lips while praising Belgian resilience in the peace talks.
The article reflects societal upheaval with labor and production struggles, noting government suppression efforts and the shifting economy. It then shifts to a local nature study exhibit at the museum in Vancover Province, detailing bird study classes, a bird-nest house exhibit by junior high students, prize awards, a bird calendar, and plant and lichen displays, concluding with a commentary on changing youth priorities from leisure to work.
A seven o clock strike by New England Telephone and Telegraph operators and electrical workers halts service across New England affecting 20 000 workers though Passumpsic division routes from White River Junction remain active. Postmaster General Burleson cites War Labor Board policy and says interruptions will not be the department’s fault.
Last Friday night at the YMCA the sophomores beat Passumpsic town on a tight schedule by 15 to 10. Foye played right forward in place of Marshall but lacked his pep while Thayer stayed hot and Faye delivered a fast showing. After the third period the score was tied, lifting the sophomores and dampening the visitors, with baskets credited to Foye Faye Thayer and others and fouls listed for Rash and Foye.
A quotation attributed to Charles Sumner extols the law of progress as a guide to duties and encouragements. It asserts humanity advances despite occasional obstacles, which cause only brief deviations before continued onward movement through ages.
The Academy records a death notice for Edward Taylor Fairbanks 83, long time trustee secretary and treasurer. He shaped the school as pastor, historian, and educator, aiding its foundation, semi centennial celebration, and alumni relations. Trustees extend sympathy to his family and praise his fidelity and leadership. The piece closes with a humorous, unrelated newspaper quip.
The Woman's Club House association held its annual stockholders meeting on Monday. Elected directors include Mrs. Baleh Bundy Cary Chase Cross Fairbanks French Hovey Patterson Scribner Somerville Stone Wakefield. George H Cross named president and Sarah F Hovey vice president. Secretary is A Ty Blone and treasurer George Creesser. The treasurer reported all bills paid and a balance. The secretary noted the club provides a lodging area for women and children and offers a restroom for travelers and a matron for aid.
You can’t go wrong for we know they’re right. This store offers new models and styles in tine cassimere and durable worsteds in browns grays blues and mixtures. Spring suits priced from 20 to 45 dollars.
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