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Newspaper
The Weekly Caledonian
Location
Saint Johnsbury, Vermont, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1919
Page
4
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A sardonic note on urban life mocks the Make up Man and cigars. It questions why streets are treated in the same manner as dry throats and wonders if morning birds sing for joy or warmth. The piece jests about the Court House kimono remark and laments late night noises. It ends by noting fishermen fail when they make too much noise.
A reflective meditation on unseen workers who build nations and communities through quiet, persistent effort. The Mother, Builder, and Writer symbolize the virtues of discipline, planning, and devotion, while the Great Unseen and God oversee and reward silent service.
A vintage health ad urges immediate treatment for kidney and bladder issues. It claims Veley Kidney Pills restore kidney function, reduce pain and sleep disruption, and improve vitality beginning with the first dose, sold everywhere.
A reflective note on the enduring nature of classics, suggesting a work that forever delights and inspires. It posits that such books guide us to new discoveries within ourselves and each day.
A nostalgic portrait of a village store as social hub with colorful locals. The narrator recalls Uncle Doctor Zenas Blake Doe Epaphroditus Duke Lycurgus Pike and Nuilkeg Small and Cap'n Philo Dumbitall who pervade the store world. The tale details stagecoach visits, customers, gossip, and the store’s brisk exchanges while noting merchant Azro Mower earning thirteen thousand around the store.
Individuals return from Boston and New York City after family and social visits. obituaries note the death of Mrs. Jeanette Stoddard with a forthcoming notice. Local clubs report a well attended May ball with music by Mrs. Wilkie’s Orchestra. The Ladies’ Society elects officers. Barnet church extends a pastor call to Arthur Gregg. State updates cover sheriff actions in pursuit of Lester Tyrrell, oil on a Green Mount Cemetery monument, and government bids for coal and automobile parts. Vermont teachers see salary increases. overseas workers join YMCA service with Hermann family ties noted. A St Johnsbury Academy baseball team returns to play Lyndon Institute amid disputed umpire calls and standout plays.
Bundles of 1 yard to 6 yard lengths priced at 1.08 dollars per bundle with free delivery. Inquire about other remnants. Bank connection noted for Jonn Mill Co. Hartland Maines.
Private Allan Moore recently discharged from the 26th division spends days with brother Lawrence Moore. Doris Locke of Lyman visits sister Mrs Harley Woodward in PoE Blanchard and family moved to new home purchased from D R B Gilchwist. Lianey Rice stays with niece Mrs Prank Kelvo in Lisbon. Mrs James Moore of East Barnet visits daughter Mrs G L Fragey. Alvah Dickinson moved to farm on the mountains. Mrs Ranie Fenoff of Ryegate keeps house for him. Private George Bort discharged and return from Boston hospital. Harry Entery of Danville visits town. Miss Mary Tisher home from Bath school for weekend. Miss Clam Bishop visits relatives in Whitefield.
In St Johnsbury Center the vestry event included a spelling bee won by Robin Robinson and a dinner from a dinner pail. Irvin Walter Hall, son of Mr. and Mrs. Dean Hall, died at home and was mourned at a Sunday funeral.
Darius Cobb, noted painter and lecturer from Boston, died on Auril 2 at his Newton Upper Fall home aged 74. Twin brother of Cyrus Cobb, he produced portraits of Henry Wilson and Rufus Choate, and the Last Supper copy, with works hung in galleries in France England and America.
Pavonto dies April 27 after a prolonged illness. Survived by husband, children, and several siblings. Funeral from the late home attended by neighbors. Mrs Pavonto’s family from Montgomery attended. Norman Michaud in Boston for work. Edna Allen assists Tony Domey. Neighbors held a social, with refreshments. Fabian and Gladys Michaud in Mordwick. Harold Michaudson and Mae Shaw visiting. Property transfer noted for Norman Michaud to brother Baam Michaud.
Olin Stowell buys the Vii Camp fern of Albert Nelson and will take possession at once. PF HH Powers and Grover Ball spent the weekend at West Barnet. Chawence Gedell visited Newport midweek. Genevieve Venturino, tied to slime work with her uncle Harry Carenth, returned to Groton. George Bulk buys a new Ford car.
A fragment invoking Henry Ward Beecher notes how familiar small rooms and shops, sounds and sights awaken the soul and draw it into the open air, reflecting a contemplative view of daily life.
Reading reviews of natural history highlight the slow shift from winter to spring. The prose mentions cold Labrador seas, sea breezes, and the thaw across the Mississippi region as a backdrop to Thoreau inspired reflections on nature and seasonal change.
Pleasant job listing seeks girls for rubber shoe making in Beacon Falls Connecticut. Describes healthful shop conditions board and room at company hotel recreation and educational features fire insurance and medical care provided. Applicants must be of moral character and able to supply references. Apply to Employment Department Beacon Falls Rubber Shoe Company.
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