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Newspaper

The Weekly Caledonian

Location

Saint Johnsbury, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 1919

Page

6

Athenaeum Hosts Children's Book Week Exhibits

The Athenaeum joins libraries nationwide in Children’s Book Week to spotlight better books for homes. An exhibit features titles from the best books for children, with catalogues and lists available, including The Christmas Book List for Children. New books on display include Alaska Our Beautiful Northland of Opportunity and The Starling.

The Athenaeum American Saeviean Library Association Iil Wilson Co Aire Alaska Understandin Cooper Griffis Mexico Carignan Hasbronet Green Penny of Maniates the Greater Glory Delley Ramelly Milholland Tarkington the Starling Tompkins Wells

Foley’s Honey and Tar and Pills Mail-In Offer

An old advertisement urges readers to cut out a coupon and mail it to Poley & Co. at 2835 Sheffield Ave in Chicago for a trial package of Foley’s Honey and Tar Compound Foley Kidney Pills and Foley Cathartic Tablets. The large copy promises relief for coughs colds croup pain in sides and back kidney ailments and constipation among other uses.

Poley & Co Sheffield Ave Chicago Til Foley

Unclear request lists several town names and phrases

Fragmentary text mentions many place names including LYS DOS VILLE ARLTON BARNET EAST BARNET PASSUMPSIC MCINDOES MONROE EAST RYEGATE WELLS RIVER NEWBURY BRADFORD ORLEANS DANVILLE HARDWICK EAST HARDWICK WEST BURKE and St. Johnsbury Center with disjointed phrases about after school hours and a call to set up something for relatives. The snippet lacks coherent events or actions to summarize.

Lys Dos Ville Arlton Barnet East Barnet Passumpsic Mcindoes Monroe East Ryegate Wells River Newbury Bradford Orleans Danville Hardwick Hardwick Burke St. Johnsbury Center

Montgomery Brownlow Wedding Recalls Family Tete a Tete

A pretty wedding was held at Mr and Mrs Robert Brownlow's home with Miss Mary Claney as maid of honor and Milton Montgomery, brother of the groom, in attendance. The bride wore bite silk and carried carnations. a small reception followed. Guests from Beverley and Concord joined in the celebration as the newlyweds planned a brief wedding trip.

Robert Brownlow Mieslav Brownlow Iiverest Harold G22 Velativ Armel Mary Claney Milton Montgomery Udo Coremietty Iecul Telephone Nital Mos

Community Lodge plans and district meeting I venue

Members of I C 0 F open degree work on Monday as eight candidates begin. Week before, the third degree was discussed among many members. Rebecca Lodge 10 GQ celebrated anniversary with a program and refreshments. District meeting of encampments in Lyndonville drew broad attendance from St Johnsbury and Bradford lodges. Opening exercises led by Lyndonville Encampment, welcome by G Wheeler, and responses by Gant Bo C. P. Golden Rule degree exemplifications by River encampment. Social time followed.

Jo Young Nice Iis Community Council Jis Rebecca Lodge Lyndonville Lynd ‘Vie Moore G. G. Wheeler GC Gant Bo C. P L Vonent

Wanted Attendants at Vermont State Hospital

Wanted attendants for Vermont State Hospital Waterbury Vermont. Men and women sought to train as nurses, with opportunities to study in the hospital school. Apply to The Vermont State Hospital for the Insane Waterbury Vermont for details. Also notices offer a York studio in Orleans and other local ads.

Vermont State Hopital Vermont State Hostul Tnsuns Waterbury Orleans Cass Vale State Po St. Johnsbury Allen Ward Valley Nebr Navy Peerless Supreme Accident and Health Policy Peerless Counity Company Keene N. H

Groton Honors Wendell E Lord A WWI Soldier

Groton held a ceremony to unveil a memorial tablet for Wendell Edmunds Lord of Company I 101st Ammunition Train who died from chest wounds near Verdun on November 8 1918 after serving in Chateau-Thierry St Mihiel and the Argonne. Chaplain Chauncey A Adams spoke of sacrifice and patriotism praising his devotion and the community’s duty to remember him and all fallen comrades.

Groton Wendell Bhai Ay Li Bianco Caleterie Boven Ayers Billy Vermont Coed Phileiatiom Wien Eve Chaplin Chauncey Adame Yitiew Faer Adane Puke Privete Hihyrate Piotoy Croton Germany Lowit Wagoner Clem Beckley Montpea Lord Teine Wool J. Fink Perry Barre City Red Cross Dinney Fist Vermont Vi Ng Montpelion Port Allen Bartlett Westhield Mass Company H Comny F Sil Chateau-Thieny St. Mihiel Argonne Verdun Tie Brights’ Tasage Bace Hospital Poitier Verdun Front Confessman Dale Lest C. ©. Lond St. Jownsbury

Fragmentary obituary notes from early 20th century paper

A garbled OCR fragment lists a 26th Division veteran and partial names such as V. Hooker and Molly Fath from a United Kingdom or Commonwealth context. The text references a private order or board, ages around 18 to 19, and locations including Weel Ais and Geeten, with unclear employer and company names like Litton and Velephons Co.

Divison Bord Baii Haly Hooker Bony Bing Litton Velephons Co

Girl Scout Surprise Party Held for Bea in South Evehuveh

An odd scribbled note describes a Girl Scout event in a village setting with Bea in central focus. It mentions invitations to attend a beauty pageant or club, and references several people including Mio Vaughn as a future reader of the Gill Seant.

I Couilia Ak Wits Carl Tver Mio Vaughn Wade Gill Wits

Misons Plan Holiday Lodge Gathering at Temple

The Misons organize and invite members for an old fashioned evening at the Temple on Friday with dancing and music by Mea Wit jie avelientin. Plans for Thanksgiving and New Year sock evenings are completed and will be announced. many Masons are expected to attend.

Kovelack Maison Chun Hhel

Boy Scouts Meeting At South Congregational Church

Boy Scouts of Wyoming hold at South Congregational church Wednesday night at 4.1 percent. The meeting included a cottage visit at Joe's Pond, a testimonial presented to Supt. Young, and a review of patrol standings Beavey 4 4 8 Fox 11 8. Several scouts completed first class tests and Morse code achievements. Stuart Pare sent 16 letters in Morse during term.

South Congregational Liu Pevni Jon Joe's Pond Catia Hays Veeney Morne Tesin St. Johnsbury Sis Eagle Patrol Beavey Patrol Fox Patrol Xeoutx Stuart Pare

Packard Co to Double Production in 1920

Packard Motor Car Company announces plans to more than double its production in 1920 compared with 1919. The Twin Six engine, first produced in 1916, is highlighted as the forerunner of the Liberty twelve-cylinder design. Ralph de Palma’s speed records with a Packard twelve-cylinder motor are noted, and the Packard 905 is cited as holder of multiple records now exhibited in the Southwest.

America Packard Motor Car Company Packard Ralph de Palma

Red Cross Membership Drive Prompted By Local Appeal

A fragmented notice describes a community appeal for Red Cross support and membership. It emphasizes asking for contributions and questions about donations while urging locals to participate. The text references a fundraising drive planned for Saturdays and ongoing inquiries about available funds.

How to Store Auto Tires for Winter

Motorists preparing for winter should store tires properly to preserve their condition. Wash, dry, and inspect tires before removal. remove tires from wheels and store in a cool dry place away from heat light and moisture. Lift and support tires properly, avoiding compression, and keep them loose on rims or stacked with air between to prevent damage.

Mareh Service Department United States Tire Company Rabbir

Yosemite Tourists Come By Auto Audience

Yosemite visitors to California’s Valley come mainly by car, with over seven percent arriving by automobile per the National Touring Bureau report. Many motorists are campers, choosing government approved campsites and rental outfits for extended stays and self provisioning.

Yosamite Valley California Tonga Prie

Auto Trucks Put Small Towns on Map

Autos transform small communities by connecting them to rail hubs and markets, enabling regular outside communication and lower shipping costs. The spread of truck transport raises living standards as towns gain access to newspapers mail and goods. A tire company notes trucks run faster and more economically on pneumatic tires.

William Wiltoughby Dead In 85th Year

William Wiltoughby dies in his 85th year at Newport Quebec. He leaves nine children and a wife, Mrs Wyn Miles, plus daughters Mey Be He Huried and Ms. White son. Funeral arrangements are pending with viewing expected Thursday or Friday. Two brothers, John Wiltoughby and Will Wiltoughby, were notified and may travel for the family ceremony in Newport.

William Wilkow Stanstead Que Gahan Haniel Hut Wits Wy Miles Newport Willomyliby Gorham Coe Whiteson John Willoughby East St. Lou Will Willoughby Santa Barbara Cab

Battery care tips to prevent boiler trouble

A fragmented old advice piece warns about maintaining a lead acid battery. It stresses adding distilled water sparingly to moisten the plates, avoiding overflow, and preventing acid from reaching the top to reduce damage. It notes that overfilling can cause electrolyte spills and potential battery box harm.

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Wardens Named In Local Appointment List

Kyle Brown, C. A. Larrey, C.H. Beattie, C.L. Bruce, Edward Lund, J. 1 Folsom, L. B. House, J. 1, Mills, A. J, Farnum, T. C. Carr, Joseph Wells, J. J. Nelson, A. P. Richardson, Albert Fuller are listed among wardens in the newly published local appointment roster.

Kyle Brown C. A. Larrey C.H. Beattie C.L. Bruce Edward Lund Folsom L. B. House Mills A. J, Farnum T. C. Carr Joseph Wells J. J. Nelson A. P. Richardson Albert Fuller

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