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St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
F. O. CLARK,
Dealer in Books, Stationery, Fancy
Goods. Etc.

\ reference to the book, newspaper and
stationery trade ofthis town suggests at once
the popular and well.appointed establish
ment of F. o. Clark.
Specialties Books, stationery, all the
principal newspapers, weekly and monthly
publications, blank books, school supplies,
photograph and autograph albums, family
bibles, and fancy goods in great variety.
In fact you can obtain here any book or
publication you may require, and if it is
not on hand the proprietor will obtain it
for you, if it is not out of print. He keeps
fine line of stationery of every variety,
also inks, pens, mucilage, and other office
supplies.
All the goods kept by this house are
selected with the greatest care, and comprise
not only what we have enumerated above,
but everything usually kept in frst-class
bookstore, and we advise our readers to
call and examine the stock before purchas-
ing elsewhere.
In conclusion, We would say that the
proprietor is we'll fitted for the successful
carrying on this business, and we'll deserves
the confidence, consideration and esteem of
the public, his honorable dealings lead
his customers not only to cleave to him,
but to influence others to do likewise.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
EMMA !. ROBBINS. .
Dealer in Millinery, Fancy Goods ant
Ladies Underwear.

LOtlCS I Underwear.
There are few cmporiums in this section
for the sale of those innumerable articles
classified under the above heading that are
more justly popular than that of Miss +. j.
Robbins.
The success of this firm in the transac-
ton of the above business, is due to its
unremittiug efforts, guided and governed
by a thorough understanding of the wants
Obf the people, to which we may add as a
further advantage, an UuqueStioned relia-
bility and integrity, and desire to obtain
all the latest novelties, and present desira-
bic bargains to patrons.
In fact. the stock i one oft most COM
pletc and desirable in this section of the
State, and buyers will find by very short
experience that they can purchase for as
low Il price here as the same quality of
goods can be obtained for elsewhere, and
have at the same time an equally varied as
SOrtment to select from. \ liberal and
honorable policy, the faithful fulhllment
of all representations made to patrons, and
the low prices placed upon all goods, have
resulted in the retention of Il patronage
once established; while courteous treat
ment converts the trouble of shopping"
into the pleasure of buying.
This firm is in every way deserving of Il
liberal patronage from the buying public,
always holding itself in readiness to per-
form all it Processes, and to meet the ap-
prOval of customers in every necessary par
ticuar.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
AVENUE HOUSE,
B. G. HOWE. PROHIBITION.

The fact that the hotels of the United
States are superior to all others in the
world is acknowledged not only by the peo-
pie of our own country, but also by all
others who have visited this country from
abroad. The excellence of our American
system for perfect discipline, thorough COM
fort, and complete satisfaction in every par
ticular, surpasses anything of the kind else
where, although OF course there are eXcep-
tons to be noted among the numerous in
stances where the defects of some public
houses of small size and minor importance
are somewhat glaring, but the large estab-
lishments can seldom be complained of.
But taking into account the sum total of all
such imperfections, our country stands I'M
rivaled in its facilities for furnishing the
travelling public and permanent patrons
superb hotel accommodations. In this part
of the State, as one that may justly be called
one of the most comfortable and best APP
pointed public houses, we cannot overlook
the Avenue House, T. G. Howe, proprietor.
The house has been closed for the past few
weeks, during which time it has been thor
oughly and effectually renovated.
We can assure our readers that under the
present proprietorship there will be no par
smony of details at the table, but au album
dance of everything, with attentive service,
and while you may safely trust your wishes
with the host, it is gratifying to know that
your pleasure is a matter of interest to the
landlord as well as yourself. The proprie-
tors name is Synonymous with everything
that is strictly first-claSs in the conducting
of an enterprise for the benefit of the travel
ing public. The house is centrally located,
and we can conscientiOusly assure our read
ers that they will find upon trial that our
statements are not exaggerated in the least.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
c. c. BINGHAM,
Dealer in Drugs, Medicines, Fancy
Goods, Etc.

This important line of business is well
represented in this town, and the establish
ment now in hand is supplied with full
and complete stock of goods, selected with
great care, and with a special reference to
the wants and needs of customers. In the
stock are included general assortment of
standard or staple drugs and medicines, to-
gether with all the leading proprietary med
icines, fancy goods, toilet articles, choice
line of confectionery, cigars, etc.
a special line of homeopathic goods.
The proprietor is gentleman of marked
ability, and possessed of a practical person
al experience in the drug business, having
met with signal success in the prosecution
of business, and established a high reputa-
ton in the estimation of the public. A
noteworthy feature of this store is its eX-
tremely moderate prices, which are always
as low as is consistent with good quality,
and a fair, reasonable profit Having I'M
surpassed purchasing facilities, by way OF
personal acquaintance among the leading
wholesale houses in the large cities, and
taking the low rate of running expenses
into consideration, the proprietor is thus
enabled to offer unusual advantages to pat
rons, all of which is duly appreciated by a
large retinue of customers. This establish
ment is admirably arranged for the conven-
lent transaction of business.
The compromising of physicians pre-
sCriptions, cOmpetently and faithfully, con-
stitutes leading feature of the business of
this firm. Finally, the proprietor's supe-
rior skill and experience, together with a
rare display of energy, and a characteristic
spirit of enterprise, manifested openly at
every turn, have established for this concern
an excellent and well merited reputation in
business circles, and among the masses,
throughout this entire section of country.
We take pleasure in giving credit where
credit is due, the same being eminently
proper in the present instance.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
MINER & HILL,
House, Carriage and Sleigh Painting
Papering, Etc.

The use of paints, whether for interior or
exterior adornment of habitations and their
surroundings, is ut once identifying, pre-
sentative and sanitary. The painters of
to-day have reason to congratulate them
selves on the many Improvements made in
the business during the last few years.
Twenty years ago it was necessary for
every painter to mix all of his own paints,
manufacture putty, etc, for himself Most
of the colors and varnishes were at that
time imported, and even these were often
far from satisfactory. How different it is
to-day, when, owing to machinery, and the
cooperation Of capital, knowledge and
skill, our American paints and varnishes
have worldwide reputation for purity
and durability. How much better now 10
be able TO 90 to dealer and choose from
hundreds of different shades the tint our
fancy may dictate, and buy it already
mixed and ready to use. We are led to
these remarks by a visit to the place OF
business of Miner & Hill, No. Browns
building.
Specialties House, carriage and sign
painting, papering, etc. Mixed paints
lead, oil aud varnish supplied at low rates
The proprietors' superior knowledge o.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
ST. JOHNSBURY BAKERY,
CROSS & BRADLEY, pRopR1EroRs.


The improvements made in machinery, in
fact in everything that forms a part of the
commercial history of America, are so great
that without them we would scarcely know
how to accomplish the results of our daily
avocation. Even in what formerly seemed a
small item, that of making bread and crack
ers, the utmost modern improvements are
now necessary to carry on the business
with regularity and success. This business
with others, has grown to be of value and
Importance and requires great skill and
good judgement to secure extreme perfec-
ton. The industry is ably represented in
this town by Cross u Bradley.
They are manufacturers of family, soda,
picnic, and oyster crackers, also bread of all
kinds, wedding, fancy and other cake, and
pastry of every variety, all of which they are
able to furnish in any quantity.
This firm also do an extensive wholesale
business in confectionery and cigars, in con-
nection with the above named goods, and
keep several statesmen constantly on the
road.
The productions of this concern are thor
oughly reliable in every respect and they
have built up large and constantly increas-
ing trade, and this trade has been gained
and is now held in the face of active COM
petition, solely on the merits of the goods
and their superior quality and moderate
prices. Especial care is taken in the selec-
ton of all the ingredients used, so that the
articles made shall be little better, if pos
sible, than those produced elsewhere. The
members of this firm are experienced men,
giving every detail of the business their
personal attention, and they are aided by
the latest and most improved appliances,
it being the endeavor of the proprietors to
keep up with the times in this respect.
I'm he firm n haa inf
business they have earned for themselves
justly enviable reputation for integrity,
energy and enterprise, while their produc-
tions are well known as among the best
made in this section of the country. All
orders will receive prompt attention.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
CALEDONIA MILLS,
Custom Grinding, and Dealer in
Flour, Grain. Meal. Etc.

Flour, Grain, Meal, Etc.
The flour and grain trade being the chief
staple industry of this country, it is neces-
sarily one of the principal sources OF
the wealth, general activity in commercial
and financial circles, and assured prosper
ity and progress of corporations and indi-
vidual business enterprises and industries.
The above Touring and grist mill is provid-
ed with improved machinery and fully
equipped for a firSt-claSS establishment,
and, all things considered, is one of the
most solid and substantial business enter
priSes in town. Here is done custom
grinding of every description, the mill con-
tanning several run of stones and the other
necessary machinery for a first-class mill,
all driven by one of the best water powers
i'll the country. A. II. Mcleod is the pro-
pretOr of the Caledonia Mills.
Corn, flour, grain and meal, fine feed,
cotton-Seed meal, etc, are kept constantly
on hand and for sale at the lowest market
prices.
This mill does a brisk and profitable bust
ness, its customers coming from quite 4 ra-
dius of territory around, while the proprie-
tor is highly esteemed and universally
accredited with the possession of plenty OF
enterprise and business integrity.
He is constantly receiving all the lead
ing and favorite brands of flour direct
from the mills of the largest southern and
western manufacturers, and has such IA
cilities that the already extensive business
is gradually and constantly increasing.
1t is safe to say that there is probably no
better appointed or more modernly ar
ranged grist mill in northern New England,
convenience which farmers and the pub
lie generally should not fail to appreciate.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
E. & T. FAIRBANKS & CO.,
Dry Goods, Groceries, Crockery
Boots and Shoes, Etc.

Among the staple and more important
commercial industries of this State is the
trade in those goods mentioned in the
above heading which is represented by
some long and well established houses,
whose operations form a respectable por-
ton of the business of the State. Based
upon the supply of the necessaries of life,
the extension and increase of this branch
of trade bears a direct relation to the gen
eral prosperity and increase of population
and wealth, manifested not only by the es-
tablishment of new houses from time to
time, but by the acquisition of a large
amount of business by the older houses, re-
sulting in transactions upon the most ex-
tended scale, and of increased facilities for
the supply of the demand thus created.
These are certainly the characteristics of
F. & T. Fairbanks s. Co.
Specialties Dry goods, groceries, crock
cry and glass ware, boots, shoes and rubbers,
carpets and paper hangings, clothing, coal,
cutlery and hardware, flour and grain,
stoves and furnaces, etc.
Prominently identified with the trade,
this is one of the largest and most reliable
firms of the kind in town. The entire good
faith with which all goods in this line may
be bought, as well as every representation
made in reference to them, may be regard
ed as prominent feature of the business,
and one which has largely contributed to
the firms conceded success. Endowed
with abundant energy, and that which is oil
equal importance, the ability of its proper
exercise, this firm maintains its position as
one of the best concerns of the kind in this
part of the country.
I The proprietors are noted for the extent o.
their operations, as well as for the unim
peached integrity which marks every
| transaction.
| This firm are also the projectors and pro
prietors of the Fairbanks Scale Works, wei
and favorably known throughout the worlC
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
E. B. MERRIAM,
Wholesale Grocer, Receiver and Job
. bers of Flour, Butter, Fruits, Etc.

Wholesale Grocer, Receiver and Job.
. bers of Flour, Butter, Fruits, Etc.
All business enterprises bear the most in
innate relation TO the manners and customs
of a people. Changes and improvements
in these create demands that cannot be sup
piled by the productions of one country.
Time was when the farmer and his family,
from out of the ground or from the soil
that he cultivated. could supply all the ne
cessities of life. Now, the products of ev-
cry country are included in the list of &C
tual necessities, and which in the class of
commodities used for and included under
the denomination Of groceries, are the ba-
sis of all commercial enterprises. This
town is noted for its responsible and relia-
BILE houses in this line Of business, and we
must not overlook that Of +. b. Merriam,
successor to the firm of Spencer, Pearl <
Merriam.
Leading spccalties Groceries, -four,
canned goods, tobaccOs, cigars, kerosene
oil. teas, coffees, spices, fruits, vegetables,
finest dairy and creamery butter, etc.
This store has always on hand a very
fine and well selected stock of groceries,
provisions, the best brands of flour and no
end of other articles, which are offered at
the lowest market prices. The goods are
all fresh and new, Of standard quality, and
the proprietor is courteous, liberal, and
good man 10 do business with. As is Gus
tomary in all branches of trade, this store
has had many obstacles to contend with,
but has finally succeeded in building up Ia
large and profitable trade. Its wholesale
and iObbing trade extends over a large
radius of country, and the Importance aud
reliability OF the concern is unquestioned
throughout the entire northern New Eng
land.
Mr. J. G. Buck, for six years with the
fairbanks, and who has. troops Of friends in
this region, has lately been added as a valu-
able rcquisition of this concern. He will
be glad TO see all his old customers and
friends
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
T. c. FLETCHER & CO.,
Dry Goods, Carpetings, Crockery,
Wall Paper, Etc.

The trade in the above line of goods and
kindred articles has assumed much greater
proportions than one would at first natu-
rally imagine. Surrounded as we are by a
large and prosperous farming community,
and with the several manufacturing con-
Germs, the trade is constantly increasing.
One of the best known and most reliable
firms dealing in these goods is that of I. c.
Fletcher & Co.
Gentlemen of prominence, they have al
ways been noted for energy and enter
prise in buying and selling of goods. In
the stock a large and diversified assortment
of goods may always be found.
Dry goods, dress goods, fancy goods,
and a desirable line of hosiery, cOrsets,
small wares, etc, carpetings, crockery,
decorated crockery and china, curtain poles,
cornices, draperies and curtain laces, wall
paper, boots and shoes, including great
variety of other goods usually kept in an
establishment of this character.
They have won wide reputation for
moderate prices, suavity of manner, and
courteous and liberal dealing with custom
ers; and through promptness and in
tegrity kept faith with patrons. By keep
ing one of the largest and best stocks in
the place, u large and constantly increas-
ing business has been built up.
The trade is on the gain, and for this
reason, and the advantages offered, we
have deemed it a duty to our readers to
call this establishment into notice, al
though it needs it not as the tongue of
good report has long since brought it into
greater popularity than we can do in
cursory sketch.
All goods are warranted as represented,
and this is a warrant that means business,
and the prOprietors are the gentlemen who
stand behind the warrant.
The store is now being materially en-
larged and improved, and when completed
will assuredly be one of the handSOmest,
finest appointed, and most conveniently ar
ranged to be found in northern Vermont
4 handsome parlor and toilet room, ele-
gantly finished and furnished for the con-
venience Of the lady patrons, is one of the
new features.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
II. |. GOODRICH & CO.
Stoves, Ranges, Furnaces, Kitchen
Furniture. Etc.

uIullulG. ElC.
That great industry of the country, the
making of stoves, furnaces and ranges,
which employs millions of dollars of CAPT
tai. has given rise in all our towns and
cities to a trade in which many firms are
engaged, and dealers in these goods form
no inconsiderable branch of the army of
wide-awake men engaged in commercial
pursuits. Among the reliable houses en-
gagged in this business, in this section of
the State may always be ranked that of
II. !. Goodrich & Co., successors to y. f.
Bliss.
The articles here displayed are such as
are usually found in firSt-class establish
. mcnt Of this kind, consisting in part OF
stoves, furnaces and ranges of the best
grades. The firm carries in stock the pro-
auctions of some of the most noted manu-
iacturers Of the century in this line, which
are noted for their beauty of construction,
convenience and economy.
Also a full and complete line of kitchen
furnishing goods, including everything
needed Tor the kitchen and Mushroom.
Dealer In sheet lead and lead pipe, zinc,
IRON, TN and wooden ware, pumps, sinks,
kerosene lamps and wicks, and a great va
ret5 OF britannia, stamped, glass, wood and
hollow ware. Repairing of every descrip-
ton IN ms line, including tin roofing, which
he Is prepared TO do promptly and I'm tho
best manner
he Is most liberal man TO do business
with, having unusual facilities for the sue
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
MERCHANTS NATIONAL
BANK,
Organized Sept, 1875.

The present national banking system was
projected and originated during the war, at
a time when the welfare of the country was
in eminent danger, and the men who gave
it shape urged upon Congress the passage
of the laws which made it operative, for
there seemed no better method by which to
provide food to eat and clothing to wear for
the men who shouldered the musket in de-
fence of the Union. In these efforts was
exhibited not only a far-sighted forethought
for the creditsof the nation, but for the well
fare of the country, which must necessarily
become dependent upon the maintenance of
that credit, not alone with foreign nations,
but doubly so by reason of dissensions at
home. Whatever improvements the com
bred wisdom of the country may, in the
future, bring forth, one evidence will ever
stand in favor of the present system, that it
withstood the turbulence of the fiercest
financial storm and of the longest continu-
ance that ever swept over any country. In
1876 our agricultural resources came to the
rescue, with the result of long wished tor
revival of business.
But it should not be forgotten that the
maintenance of the stability of individual
banks organized under the national system
is largely due to the ability and integrity of
its officers. As a bank that has always
maintained its reputation unimpaired, we
take pleasure in calling attention to the
Merchants National Bank, of St. Johnsbury.
The capital aggregates 5000 900, with a
surplus of $4,000. The capital stock will
soon be increased to $780, 900, the gradually
increasing business of this bank having
necessitated the change. The subscription
books will be open Nav :. This Institution
was organized in September, 1873, and does
a general banking business, including the
buying and selling of United States and
municipal securities, making the usual col
lections in all parts of the United States and
Canada, etc
The officers are gentlemen Of influence in
the community, as follows: President,
Frederick Fletcher; vice president, F. f.
Fletcher; cashier, w. S. Streeter. These
names will be promptly recognized as those
of some of the most reputable citizens of
this vicinity.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
!. c. MOORE,
Dealer in Hardware, Tools, Agri-
cultural Implements, Etc.

cultural implements, Etc.
In all growing localities, the hardware
trade is of paramount Importance. Strictly
speaking, it consists in the sale of articles
made ofirOn, copper or brass, such as locks,
keys, Shovels, anvils, axes, etc. yet, like
the drug and grocery trade, it has extended
its operations to many kindred lines, so
that we find silver-plated ware, paints, oils,
carriage wheels, spOkes, rims, shafts, etc,
to form feature of the business.
To prove its great utility, we can say
that no house, large or small, can be built
without hardware. The lumberman'S axe,
the carpenters numerous tools, the farmers
implements, all come from the hardware
store. This town has really representative
house in this line, i'll that of J. c. Moore.
SpecialtieS Hardware, tools, wooden
ware agricultural implements, seeds, glass
ware, bird cages, etc.
He carries one of the largest varieties of
goods to be found in the State. and is
prompt to fulfil all representations in every
detail, giving to customers that feeling of
satisfaction that is so necessary for the
successful conducting ofany mercantile bus
mess. The proprietor represents an ele-
ment of reliability in all relations with the
business community that has been an impor-
tant aid to the enlargement of the trade,
and the establishment of an unqualified
reputation for fair dealing.