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Newspaper

The Weekly Caledonian

Location

Saint Johnsbury, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1919

Page

2

Poindexter enters presidential race noted in Vermont

The Vermont paper discusses Senator Poindexter of Washington as an early Republican presidential candidate. Vermont figures include Gov Coolidge support from the delegation and prospects of Alexander Dunnett as potential Vermont delegation chairman. Thompson named New England manager with mixed methods.

Senator Poindexter Wasington Republican Party G. C. DP New England Charles H Thompson Vermont Thompson Gov. Coolidge Washington Frank L. Greene Alexander Dunnett

Vermont urged as ideal site for New York paper mill

A Burlington News note argues New York interests should locate near Vermont to access maple wood for raw material and labor. It highlights abundant maples and decent shipping, asserting large towns could supply workers for piano parts. It also notes country papers face a paper famine as major New York papers consume vast paper quantities.

New York Vermont Burlington News City Country Press

Burlington hospital reports large deficit at year end

The Mary Fletcher hospital in Burlington posted a $24,012 deficit for the year after reporting $91,712.80 in income and $111,022.77 in expenses. Treasurer C. P. Smith noted the shortfall at the annual meeting. Also, deer harvest totals rose by 149 to 8,527, with potential further additions to come.

Mary Fletcher Burlington C. P. Smith

Elks Lodge To Host Open House In St Johnsbury

The St Johnsbury Lodge of Elks will hold an open house at its new home on Railroad Street. The event showcases the lodge’s freshly completed facilities and marks a milestone for the local Elks chapter in Vermont.

ELKS St. Johnsbury Lawke Elkes Railroad Street Elks Lodge Vermil

Deaths and Funeral Guests for Mrs A Desrocher Fournier

Obituary notices reflect the death of Mrs Albertine Desrocher Fournier of Hartford New Hampshire on December 8. Mentioned are surviving husband parents and two brothers. Funeral attendees included Josephine Bluntoir Nashua New Hampshire Fred Nesvochersy Mlaughter Anelini Mie Albert Hesracher Joseph Fournier St Johnsbury Fred Fournier Littleton Miss Ida Leona Fournier Lisbon William Sevegnio Wallon Actave Lord Waterbury Moise Nesrocher Troy New Hampshire.

Abertine Desrocher Fournier Albertine Destoehee Fourie Line Hey Homhe Frater Aves Hartford Imouin Hey Josephine Bluntoir Nashua N. Wj Fred Nesvochersy Anelini Albert Hesracher Joseph Fournier St Johnsbury Fred Four

Card of thanks for hospital kindness from John B Finley

A brief card of thanks from John B Finley and family expresses gratitude to Old Fellows Rebecca Lodo Rebecca Lode Poliew force Heighbors and friends and the University Church members for kindness, aid and support during a stay at Brightlock Hospital, treasured in memory.

Rebecca Lodo Poliew Force Heighbors N. BE. Oy P.M Univer. T Church Brightlock Hospital John B. Finley

Obituary and local notices from Cabot and West Barnet

Margaret Cunningham Cabot Mihis died November 17 after a short illness at the home of Charlie Hatch. Funeral services were held Friday at one o'clock. Rev. M. W. Hale officiated. Burial followed in the local cemetery with bearers Robert Walbridge Edgar Lawson William Keniston and William Barr. A brother David Cunningham of Craftsbury could not attend. Residents and visitors gathered for Christmas break and local events include teachers’ holidays and a town hall library fundraiser netting 100. Community Christmas treats and a chicken pie supper were planned. West Barnet notes list St Johnsbury visitors and local club meetings. The Grate Box supper raised 12.50. Christmas exercises were held at the village school. Notables include Miss Margaret Cunningham, Miss Judith Haines, and Mrs Millicent McIntyre leaving for winter travels.

Cabot Mihis Margaret Cunningham Charlie Hatch M. W. Hale Congregational Church Robert Walbridge Edgar Lawson William Keniston William Barr David Cunningham Craftsbury Raymond Houghter Lester Ford Montpelier Judith Haines Bare Mark Glidden M.D. Wa Millicent McIntyre Massachusetts M.D. Warren Florida Jack Burbank Edwin Smith Jaye Mary Fletcher Hospital Judith Lyford Woman’s Club Contre National Church Sociable Society Orie Dauwhsteve Margaret Cunningham Iin Uged Plee Lawrence Farrington California West Barnet St. Johnsbury Robert Steele C.D Fitzgerald Charles Roy A. C, Ritchie James Ritchie Priscilla Club A. C. Ritchie Abbie Lamphere Myx Arthur Roy Danville Mixx Thressa Blain Julia Adams Nelson Blain Yllage School Mae White Lyndon Institute Theresa Blain

Actresses Rise on World Stages Since Charley II Era

The text notes that before Actrasses were known, people in Milzabethan Hines stood for a gny mole Juillet. After 1656 Charley II of England promoted women on the English stage, and since then actresses have appeared worldwide with varying degrees of acceptance and success.

Milzabethan Hines Charley II England Nctredon

Ancient Admonition on Disruptive Speech at Music

A fragment from a 2000 year old text cites the Ecclesiastes line warning against listeners who talk during performances. The passage notes such pests mar the pleasure of those who listen and reflects on how disruption has long troubled audiences.

Newport Local Notes and Community News

Newport locals report visiting relatives at Randolph Centers and in nearby towns, with residents ill or recovering from operations. Activities include church services and a railway conductors meeting, holiday travel, skaters building a sink on Memphre Magog lot, and a toy train display attracting attention at American Clothing. Public notices mention city projects, local court cases, and charitable relief work in Constantinople.

Do The Women Of New England Know How To Buy Clothes

An analysis by the Savings division of the Treasury Department, with department store demonstrations, argues many women can buy stylish, serviceable clothing at moderate prices. It contrasts cautious shoppers with those overspending despite high costs, urging income-based budgeting and prudent purchases.

New England Gavingy Treasury Department Department Stores Dix Jena Cnet Coure Connec-tcut Roxton Department First Federal Reserve Noitier Boston Ananda Trebury

Nation Observes Thrift Week Starting January 17

Information from the Savings Division of the Federal Reserve District states that a Thrift Week will be held nationwide beginning January 17 under the U MLC A. The aim is to strengthen the nation's finances and industry and to teach the benefits of saving and wise investment.

First Wederal Reserve District Washington U. Mlc. A Eafs Ts Tee

Wickersham backs Episcopal Nation-Wide Campaign for practical religion

Former U S attorney general George W. Wickersham endorses the Episcopal Church’s Nation-Wide Campaign. He urges a practical, efficient religion aligned with fair wages, humane conditions, and social services. The effort aims to boost religious, educational, hospital, and social work with a December 7 canvass seeking over 42 million dollars and 3,000 more church workers.

George W. Wickersham United States Mr. Wickersham Fecopal Chirelt Aftrr Episcopal Church

Local Social Notes From Orleans Area

Fred Lothion of West Deply spent Sunday with sister Mes A W Lethvow. Miss Sadie Botlop and Miss Mildred May visited Derhyee for a few days. Mr Poster of Bayton visiting Florence Gillis in Lyndonville to visit her son Howat. Grace Grose Cullen and sons moved from North Avenue to Clelen's farm Brownington. Mrs Wilder of Newneyt released from Clerytly Hospital after weeks of treatment. Mrs Lone Nye spending weeks at Vean Uywinell's in Newport. Carl Story, brother of Mrs George.

Orleans Fred Lothion Eid West Deply Lethvow Sadie Botlop Mildred May Poster Bayton Florence Gillis Lyndonville Grace Grose Cullen and Sons North Avenue Clelen Brownington Wilder Newneyt Clerytly Hosiital Lone Nye Vean Uywinell’s Newport Carl Story George

Fragmented 19th century diary notes personal visits and travel

Readable fragments describe visits and movements involving Miss Anne Biswell, Miss Marion Bartlett, Mr. John Bartlett, and others. Mentions include trips to Ayers CleT, Newport, Muladhttes, and Cambie. The text records social calls, home visits, and a pupil at Sargent school with scattered place names and dates.

Ayers Anne Biswell Chign Hey Sutyr Charles Vee Newport Sinter Hea Mathews Noywieh Tran Laselle Marion Bartlett John Bartlett Sargent Eehwol Seton Cambie

Memorial Services at North Church Remember Mrs Hazen

Memorial services at North Church honored Mrs Hazen with tributes from Mn Richards Mrs Noyes Mr Weeks and Mrs Brooks highlighting her hospitality patriotism Sunday School devotion and musical talent. Speakers praised her charity and earnest life as a living example to others.

North Church Mn Richards A. B. Noyes Sumer Mrad S. Weeks Hazens Daughters of the American Revolution St. John de Crevecoeur Tong Washington Continental Congress of the Society S T. Brooks Henry W. Ellis

Manttind's Debt to Reading and Thought

The fragment hints at Reading shaping mind and imagination. It questions how reading grants access to thought and fancy, offering insight into imagination, wit, and the ability to listen to diverse voices. It emphasizes the transformative power of books in expanding space and time for individuals.

Manttind Nik Kaint Fey

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