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Newspaper

The Weekly Caledonian

Location

Saint Johnsbury, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1920

Page

3

Frigid Sunday and freeze strikes town and farms

Town endures fifty two below zero with pedestrians and hydrants freezing. Residents report frozen pipes, water transport to homes, and multiple chimney fires attended by firefighters. Rail service delayed as cold snaps shift to Monday morning with engines struggling to generate steam.

Wilow Ayerby Uvetinornuters Vexistorija Letown Railroad Street St. Johnshiny Misson Avery Frank J. Drools Lafayette

Gentlemen Night of Woman's Club at the Armory

The Armory was crowded Tuesday for the annual Gentlemen’s Night of the St. Johnsbury Woman’s Club. Mrs. Robert E. French welcomed guests and announced the program. Mrs. Luyin Mann Mank of Woollsville opened with readings and sketches while Miss Lillian Richards led a group of young ladies in songs and fan and parasol drills. The event featured performances by Mrs. Mank, Miss Tertha L. Silshy, Miss Doroth Brown, Miss Bernice M. Lawrence, Miss Bertha Hodgkins, Miss Rachel Vaughn, Miss Thelma Rowan, Miss Evangeline Steward, and others, with Frank H. Brook as host and Margar F. Brooks as accompanist. After entertainment, Mrs. Wilkie's orchestra played for two hours of dancing, followed by the introduction of the Land Fancy display. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Ed. Somerville and the social committee. LOCAL. The Ladies' Aid of Grace M. St. Church will meet Thursday at 2 o'clock to tie quilts.

St. Johnsbury Tertha L. Silshy Doroth Brown Bernice M. Lawrence Bertha Hodgkins Rachael Vaughn Thelma Rowan Evangeline Stewird Elon Lisa Frank H. Brook Brooks Jd Vich Voleens Mia Margar F. Brooks Somerville Grace M. St. Church

Foley Kidney Pill Promises Vigor For Ailing Men

An old time advertisement urges middle aged men to combat back ache and low energy by taking Foley Kidney Pill. It claims kidney disorders drain vitality and cites Rev. W. F. Sinwyndale of Macon Georgia as endorser. Poised to eliminate poisons from blood and restore vigor.

Foley W. FM Sinwyndale Macon Geneitess Foley Kilney

Why the Red Cross Tag Day Becomes Local Event

The Red Cross Branch of St Johnsbury plans a tag day on Lincoln's Birthday February 12 to raise funds for Home Service work in town. Mrs F G Bundy and Mrs Ralph Homes lead the committee with Mrs James G Walter and Mrs Leon Leach among others guiding efforts. Volunteers and donated quilts and clothing are sought. the drive stresses all activity benefits the community and urges support.

Red Crows St. Johnsbury Lincoln Johnsbury Home Service Mis Richards Ralph Homvs F. G. Bundy Mes LY Leach James G. Wwalter HW. Young Leon Red Margaret N Heywood Caledonia County Loi A. Vachien Ealitier Cdvilian Neil Peliot Leo Mule

Fifty Years Later Two Married in Remarkable Tale

The obituary-like item recounts a couple married fifty years ago this Tuesday. It notes family roots, a wheelwright father, Vermont ties, and a large family history. Four children are mentioned among relatives and guests at a Cullen wedding era.

Colowne Perlee M Fon Agitpins Wutton Byron Vermont Gonneei Nile Cullen Sulit Spauldings OL Smith Cheeter Teenia Lettie J.alindly Epping- Nalde Amitie von, We Byron Iaciich Jan Ufrte Brad Ai Ayras Dearaterie Apniaa Fa Ineyviey Onley Mealeetiun Civagton Ponehinn Shinatte Shorts Kostour Sun Hajaal Air Asnciation Ryvan Manville W. Thompson von Two Willsieters Pitkin W ¢Mavelfield George

Vermont Shaws 500000 Bushel Gain In Corn

Vermont farmers report a 500000 bushel corn gain with Vermont yielding higher than national averages in wartime crop data. The state’s 10000 acres under cultivation produced about 128 thousand bushels per acre and an average yield of 892 tons per hundred? The article notes Vermont outperforms several eastern states while the United States average remains lower. Total hay crop valued at 520204 with Vermont farmers receiving about 32 dollars per acre units.

Vermont Yale Verity Jae Dn Nes Bau Ain Mississippi Valley United States V Filmers Derry Brennan

Golden Wedding Celebration for Byron Couple

Mr and Mrs Henry E Byron celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary at their Chi street home with over 100 friends and neighbors attending Tuesday afternoon and evening. A tintype from the wedding time was shown, and telegrams, letters, and flowers were received. The event featured a gold cash contribution, honor from neighbors and colleagues, and a poem performed by Frank H Brooks. Officers and guests from South church and local groups attended, with R. Palmer presenting ten dollars in gold.

Henry J. Byron Chi My. Byron Joes Plymouth N. 1 Bycon Astern Lehalt B.A. Palmer Frank H. Brooks W. Blodgett Bure Hank Gilbert E Woods Horner

Jacques Returns From Southern Trip Amid Cold Weather

B J Jacques of Metropolitan Life travels from America to Baltimore and Philadelphia visiting historic sites in Alexandria and Washington. He notes a frozen Potomoc and cold weather while en route to New York for the annual company convention with M Schwab as the keynote speaker.

B. Jacques T. Dgeques Metropolitan Life Tasunnie Company Tonton Philadel Fon White Poto Alexinivia George Washington Maxonic Lodge Washington Wisl Mr. Jacques New York

Drive for 4 Million Endowment at Smith College

A 4 million dollar fundraising drive for Smith College at Northampton is under way with Vermont leaders named. M N Cum mings of Burlington heads Vermont efforts with Mihay IF Stone as vice chairman and Mrs Pavight W Moi of Englewood coordinating in the Burlington meeting where supporters pledge, aiming to boost endowment, expand faculty, and fund new dormitories, a gymnasium, music building, and science laboratory.

Sovith College Northampton United States Mes M. B. Cummings Burlington Vermont Mihay IF Stone St. Johnsbury Pavight W. Moi Englewood Nod War College Lengerucs Tore

Mountain Meet Travelogue Through New England and Cape Cod

A lively narrative traces a scenic journey from New England to Cape Cod via the White Mountains and Lakes, noting routes through Philadelphia and Bethlehem to Cape Cod. The piece celebrates a festive mountain gathering and the joy of travel and sport, ending with evening enjoyment and cheer.

Erie Plessure Elestio Gychestoy Eugen Eugen 8 Tones of Bie Mie Tiatoud Leeinve On New Enelenac Mevifngels Wahington Inter

Local High School Track Meet Details With Mixed Results

Fragmented OCR notes describe a local track meet with various competitors and placements. Mentions include names like Ronald and Joe Jealer, possible event notes, and prize figures such as four dollars for second place. Final results and announcments appear later.

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