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Newspaper
The Weekly Caledonian
Location
Saint Johnsbury, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1919
Page
4
Publication notice from W D Pelley Publishing Company of St Johnsbury Vermont with mail matter subscription rates listed for six months and one year. The text repeats publisher name and location and includes subscription renewal details in a damaged OCR style.
A curiously turn of phrases column riffing on life, July Fourth mood, the Ford libel suit, and wartime sentiment. The writer riffs on Woodrow Wilson, Kaiser Wilhelm, Hank Ford, and a mock death notice while praising patriotic town spirit and national milestones.
An advertising claim extols Greenac ple honey and tit as a universal cough remedy for hay fever asthma coughs colds croup and bronchial affections. It promises relief by soothing irritated surfaces with pure harmless medicines, contains no opiates, and notes it is sold everywhere for family use.
Local scene notes visitors and guests across towns including Gorham Nova, Sydney Mivey, Portland, Lewiston, Barre and Barre relatives staying with families in the area. Attending from U.S. Navy households and local clergy, with several short visits and planned weeks at cottages, all part of a bustling social weekend.
Danville reports a village meeting Tuesday evening under Mrs Emily Williams with supper served July 1. The entertainment follows, including a talent section and a card party. Visitors include Emily McWillan from Minneapolis and Minnesota guests. local residents attend events at Wyat Doles, Cato's Pond, and Cole's Pond with multiple families noted among attendees.
In memoriam Walter Jordan remembered for his service to country at Chateau Thierry France July 14. Mrs. Morence L. Palmer notes his life and sacrifice in a commemorative tribute.
Mrs Florence Donahue of St Johnsbury Center is visiting relatives including Mr and Mrs Solon Walter and Dora Powers attended a Bar visit in St Johnsbury. The Calumet Club gathered at the Congregational church vestry July 1. Mrs Darvin Nichols and daughter visited J E Emery Friday. George Leavitt of Worcester spent days with Mr and Mrs T Stiles. Mr and Mrs Massey returned home after weeks with their children. Harvey Powers visits sister Mrs Prod Simonde in Lyndonville.
The Thutletts return from Newport to Miestehiontt while John Move spends the Fourth with his parents. Local youths attend the Montpelier Epworth League event with expenses paid. Residents plan trips to Portland and New York stores to shop. Various community members relocate, visit relatives, or attend church services, with several birthdays, entertainments, and rejoinings noted.
Mr. Gono has moved from the John Curtis farm at West Waterford to the former Rufus Remick farm. Mrs. Lucia Daniels was called to Mendoon on Thursday to attend her brother in law Mr. Manchester's funeral. Morris Blodgett of Lyncoinville is visiting his aunt Mrs. Carl Blodgett.
Barnet residents joined in a Fourth of July celebration with Mrs Tilly Libby and Minnie Campiyall leaving posts, St Johnsbury attendees, and a reception planned at Odd Fellows hall for the Barnet Center Presbyterian churchs ninety anniversary dedication. A basket lunch and afternoon service are planned, with further details to follow.
Mrs Keitha Wooker of Boston visits her mother Mrs E H Lothnop. Mrs Bachand returns from Lowell. Leon Turnbull arrives home from overseas with honors. Webster moves to his mother's home after repairs. Harold McNinain family relocate to Maple Street tenement. Maxon Hagel with friends tour Stanstead and Ayers. Brown family visits Springfield and Lake Massawippa. A Tango party attends the New Wilbourghby Motel dance. Grace Austin from Lasell Seminary visits her brother A O Austin. Lakeside outings and Chautauqua attendance noted alongside summer nursing and local visits.
Residents report social visits and family travels in the Lyndonville region. A Vermont council meeting included officers and dignitaries, while others note funerals, illnesses, and home projects. Recent weddings include Ray T Wells to Alice Farrar in Lyndon, with community updates on neighbors and local business happenings.
A list of residents and visitors in Montpelier and nearby towns notes Miss Mie Beank Howe and Cordelia Mack visiting in the past week. M Ruth Butterffeld moves goods to North Montpelier. Julia Baya returns from Northfield. Alive Paine travels to More Town and Montpelier. Susie Nelson visits Fayston. Tulieee and relatives stay at Creeambara. Several locals, including O K McCosoe of West Banville, Mo and Mes. Marding, Wemitell of Concon, and L. W. Burbank family, are at various nearby spots. Community members attend Barre July 4 celebrations. Mr. and Mrs. Orne visit St. Johnsbury to retrieve a sick child from Brightlock hospital. Greensboro visitors stop by. Davis and Bar’s households host relatives. High school members camp at Joe’s Pond. a Washington police court pocket-picking incident noted.
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