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St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
BABBITT & WORCESTER,
Dry and Fancy Goods, Small Wares
Tens. Coflees. Spices. Etc.

Teas, Cof1ees, Spices, Etc.
Competition in the above branches of
trade i extremely lively, not only in large
cities but in country towns as well, and the
numerous firms doing business are obliged
to exert themselves to the utmost in order
to control their share of the business.
And particularly is this true in this town.
In the face OF this fact it gives us pleasure
to announce that the above named firm is
rcccivingfts full share of public patronage.
which is due, no doubt, to the large stock
carried and the exceedingly low prices quot
ed. The large line and great variety Of
prices than were ever before heard of in
town.
The merchandise sold at this store is of
quality unsurpassed, and the best that can be
obtained at the largest and most reputable
Wholesale houses in the country, and a trial
will convince interested parties that such is
the fact.
The stock consists of foreign and domes-
tic dry goods and dress goods of every de-
Scriptiou, small wares, teas. coflees, spices,
etc.
These goods are selected with great care,
and having been purchased for cash they
will he sold as low as the lowest. Gus
toners may always feel sure of courteous
treatment and full realization of all repre-
sensations when buying goods from this
house. The proprietors have done business
i'll town for a long series of years, having
battled with the mishapS and tribulaticr~
of a prolonged business career with char
acteristic energy and pertnacity that is
praiSeworthy and uudispUted.
As the season for spring trade advances
the proprietOrs will stock up vita IG-@c
and more desirable line OF goods than
ever before.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
WILLIAM !. BROWN,
Livery Stable.

OF all the various things that are
matter of absolute necessity in this cruel
world, the one most necessary, under some
circumstances, is frst-class hack, livery
and boarding stable and good one in every
sense Of the word in this town is that Of
VIM J. Brown.
The horses, harnesses and carriages of
this establishment are noted for fine appear
ance, and the proprietor has, by a prompt
appreciation of public demands, and the
very liberal manner in which patrons are
used, built up large and constantly grow
ing business, and the facilities are first-class
in every department. A person can pro-
cure at this stable anything in the way of
teams, and as speedy and handsome turn
out may be procured at any livery for
many miles around, there is no stable in
town that bears the name Of giving more
perfect satisfaction to its customers, either
as to the nature of the fit-out they are furn-
ished with, or the very moderate prices
charged. The proprietor is always ,prepar-
ed to furnish carriages and hacks for we'd
dings, parties, funerals, or any kind of pub
lie or private work, at short notice.
We cordially recommend this establish
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
FIRST NATIONAL BANK
OF ST. JOHNSBURY.

Among the financial institutions of this
section of country, one of the Oldest and
largest is the First National Bank. This
bank was established in 1864, and extended
February, 1883. and has a capital of five
hundred thousand dollars, and surplus of
one hundred thousand.
Its officers are Luke p. Poland, president;
Horace Fairbanks, vice president; George
May, cashier; John c. Clark, assistant cash
Ter. The Board of Directors is composed
of our well known business men, and con-
sists of the president and vice president,
supplemented by the following who need
only to be mentioned to establish their I'M
disputed reliability: Franklin Fairbanks,
Sumner 5. Thompson, George L. Bradley,
Charles w. King, Angus H. Mcleod.
Under such management the affairs of the
bank are highly prosperous, and they have
one of the finest banking rooms in the
State. This bank conducts regular bank
ing business, issues drafts and makes col
lections on all accessible points in the Unit
ed States. having correspondents in New
York and Boston, and will promptly attend
to all matters pertaining to this business,
in such a manner as to satisfy all patrons.
This bank SoliCitS the accounts of individ-
uals, firms. traders and manufacturers,
which will receive careful attention in each
and every instance. Orders for United
States bonds, choice investment securities,
mortgages, etc, filled on short notice
This bank claims to issue drafts on Boston
and New York, good anywhere in the United
States and Canada, in sums to suit, at rates
lower than by any other mode of making
remittances.
With such financial men at its head it is
no wonder that the first National is a remark
ably solid and sound institution, and is not
only highly regarded for its financial stabil-
ity, but for the care and promptness with
which its business is transacted.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
F. V. POWERS. ,
Dealer in General Merchandise

Dealer in General Merchandise.
The trade in the above line is of unques-
toned importance in this town, and Is rep
resented by several reliable and old estab-
lished concerns. In its details it is one of
the most eXacting of all branches of trade,
requiring for its successful prosecution spe-
Cial experience, and an intimate and active
acquaintance with the sources OF supply, as
well as the demand and the fluctuations of
the market. y well-known and most relia-
BILE concern engaged in this traffic is that
of +. V. Powers.
This concern transacts a vigorous but
safe business, bringing to its aid an extend
ed experience of many years. The we'll
known reliability of this establishment as
manifested in every transaction, has result
ed in building up a good trade, and in win
ming no end of public confidence because of
the promptitude that characterizes every
operation. Customers may depend upon
always finding the latest styles and best
quality of goods in every department. The
proprietor has established a reputation Of
such character as to make personal COM
ment invidious, and having an unusual de
gree OF diScernment, liberaiity and integri-
ty, are fully entitled to the general estimation
and implicit confidence Of the public.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
ELY HOE AND FORK CO.,
Il saufacturers of Hoes, Forks, Gar
den Rakes. Potato Hooks. Etc.

This town is fast acquiring pre-eminent
reputation for its manufacturing industries,
md there are certain enterprises carried on
he.e which cannot be regarded as Of seCon-
Diary importance to the growth and pros
perity of this section Of country. OF such
houses as are entitled to consideration and
which would naturally be suggested by the
above remarks, that ofthe Ely Hoe and Fork
Company must not be forgotten.
Originally established in 1913, the com
pany was re-orgaEized and incorporated in
1880, and the business now requires a work
ing force of fifty persons. The business
now amounts in the aggregate to SIS, 600
annually, necessitating a regular payroll of
81, 500 monthly.
Business was commenced upon a some
what limited scale, growing gradually from
year to year, the founders and proprietors
paving more attention TO the excellence of
the goods manufactured than to the amount
of sales or mOmentary returns. devoting
themselves with ardor to the productions OF
implements which should at least be equal
to any manufactured in this country. and
vie in excellence with the imported English
goods. That they have succeeded in this
object is no matter of doubt. and the excel
lence they have acquired in the production
of their specialties Is such as to have Great
ed demand from the nearest a well as the
most remote points in the United States and
Canadas.
The mandatory is supplied with the
latest and most improved machinery, some
Of which in many respects is novel, ingen-
fous and unique. The goods manufactured
by this company are excelled by none, and
the quality may be implicitly relied upon.
They are manufactured of the best iron and
American steel, and are guaranteed to be
fawless in every respect.
The officers of the company are President,
Franklin Fairbanks; Superintendent, Geo.
B. Elyi Secretary and Treasurer, Henry G.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
y. WILLIAMSON,
Practical Horse Shooting, and
General Blacksmith.

Considering the special attention that is
given to horse-fesh in these times, it is
strange that so little attention is paid to
the shooting, when it is so necessary that
their feet should be properly protected, and
when the services of reliable blacksmith
may be soeasily obtained, and no man who
has any feeling for his horse should be so
Indifferent in regard to this matter, as it in
flicts pain and Inconvenience on an animal
if he is not properly shod. As one who
understands his business and is a skillful
and trustworthy man to employ, we desire
to recommend A. Williamson.
He has had several years of practical
experience, and made study of the dis
eases of horses feet and legs, thus ensuing
the most complete satisfaction in shooting
horses troubled with corns, quarter cracks,
contraction or interfering. Using the very
best of stock and taking the utmost pains
in shoeing has been the means of building
up 4 large business, and we consider him
one of the very best in this line to be found
in this region.
We advise owners of horse-fesh, particu-
larly those who have had trouble in the
shooting, and who have not already patron
lied this firm, to give it trial, and we
are sure they will be perfectly satisfied.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
WARREN ESTABROOKS,
Dry Goods and Groceries, Crockery
and Glass Ware, Carpets, Paper
Hangings. Etc.

The mercantile interests Of this town.
while being exceedingly diversified in char
acter, are of far greater magnitude than is
generally supposed by those unfamiliar with
the town. Among our best known business
establishments, as one of the most reliable
houses of its kind in this section Of the
State, and one that is a particularly apt sub
jet for comment in this direction, may al
WAYS be counted that of Warren Estabrooks.
Here is kept large and desirable line of
all the varieties mentioned in the heading
above, and little million other miscellan-
eous articles
This house has always been recognized as
one of the most trustworthy and liberal of
its kind in the State, the excellent reputation
the establishment now holds being the nat
ural outgrewth of the uniformly equitable
policy which has dominated all It's business
operations during the period it has been
engaged in this trade, and sufficiently war
rants The remark that in this particular line
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
E. T. & II. X. IDE,
Wholesale Dealers in Flour, Grain,
Feed. Grass Seed, Salt, Lime,
Cement. Etc.

The business now in hand has and always
will to a very great extent, overshadow all
other commercial interests, not only in the
magnitude OF the operations, but in their
importance to the public We do not except
the dry goods trade, for the all-suihcent
reason that the first necessity of physical
existence is something to eat. The bulk OF
the business in this town Is done by few
firms, and we can Justly claim that no town
of proportionate population is more dis
tinguished for the ability or enterprise of its
firms doing business in This particular line,
and nowhere else are all demands more per
tectly and efficiently met. Among the con-
Germs which stand well with the community
may be ranked that of E. I. * II. X. Ide.
Specialties Flour, grain, feed, grass seed.
salt lime, cement, CalCined plaster, bone
meal, etc, the stock including ten kinds of
flour. They are also extensive dealers in
butter. This firm are proprietors of the
PasSumpsiC mills, established by Timothy
Ide in 1913, who was succeeded by Jacob
lde in 1928, and by the present firm in 1866.
This firm now makes special feature of
tirst-class family groceries, under the special
supervision of Mr. w. II. Robbie, who will
visit our citizens, take orders and deliver
the goods.
Aside from the sPecialties enumerated
above. this firm keeps in stock all other
articles generally FOUND IN an establishment
of this kind, which they able to supply
to customers in any quantity and atlas mod
crate prices as can be obtained from any
similar concern in the country. This house
stands second to none in the trade of this
section of the State, either in the quality of,
goods, or the high and honorable reputation
enjoyed for business integrity and RELIABLE
ity. We advise our readers that it will be
for their interest to investigate the advan-
tages offered by this concern. and assure
them that in every instance they will find
the goods to be perfect of their kind, and to
always give satisfaction.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
P. d. BLODGETT & CO.,
Fire, Life and Accident Insurance
Agents.


Not until fire ceases to barn will insur-
ance become other than subject of vital
importance to the business man, the manu-
facturer and the farmer, for each have valu-
able property that may be swept away at
moments notice. How different the feeling
of the insured and uninsured. when such 4
calamity does occur. The former no longer
regrets the yearly payments he has made,
while the latter, who up to the time of dis
aster, no doubt, congratulated himself that
his property safe, and that he was so
much ahead. pecuniarily speaking, would
give odds after the fire had DESTROYED his
property and worldly effects, it he could but
stand in the shoes OF his neghbor, who had
kept insured. As parties to whom we can
heartily recommend our readers who desire
to obtain perfectly safe insurance, we call
attention to p. ID. Blodgett X Co., who
represents twenty-four of the strongest and
best compa lies y America.
They represent several firSt-claSs COM
panies, and pay all honest losses promptly,
and without litigation; always discharging
important trusts with perfect fidelity, and
to the complete satisfaction of all concern
ed. As business men and citizens. thew
occupy prominent place in the Estimation
OF our leading towns-people, ana curing the
time devoted to the business in this town,
have met with unbounded success. They
enjoy special reputation for strict integrity
and the perfect reliance that may be placed
upon each and every representation. Such
firms this are an honor and a credit to
the town in which they are located. and we
rejoice in the pleasure of heralding their
marked prosperity.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
ST. JOHNSBURY CLOTHING Co.
F. 7. PARKER, MANAGER.

There is no trade that has undergone
more complete changes or attained such a
degree Of perfection during the past quarter
of century As that of clothing. IN fact il
has been but comparatively few years since
ready-made clothing has been a commercial
feature Of any importance whatever, and
had the trade been carried on IN the way
1t was begun and conducted for some time.
1t would never have reached any degree OF
magnitude. Ready-made clothing then
was at a low standard, only the poorest
goods being made up, and the garments
were put together without respect TO st,le or
durability. In this connection allow us to
call attention TO the store of the st. Johns
bury Clothing Co, of which Mr.. +. T.
Parker h. the popular manager.
The garments sold az this establishment
are made Of good reliable material. strict at
teniion j. paid % shape. stsz-..etr, and fl.
esen IN tbe @+sSapCst a. well as the highest
priced goods, ard this store has thereby
gained the reputation Of carry ug stock
from which every purse ard gtste can be
suited, and for invariably giving a just
equivalent for tine money Tecctscd-
Specialties Ready-madc clothing OF ev-
~rv description, hat, and caps for mems and
boys ~eAs, gents furnishing gN'ods ia great
variety, boots and stfoes, srlra travelling
bags, fur coats, canes. umbrella E. etc.
The store il large and o1mE odi0us, well
lighted, AMI L. well adapted h.r the husi-
ness. The sreAt success this h luse has at
tanned is moe ,schly deserved, ,or the man
ager Is an cnergCNic, upright and accom-
mOdafing man, and such basiitcss charac-
-. -.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
c. ?. WEEKS,
Dry Goods and Groceries, Boots and
Shoes, Crockery, Glass Ware, Etc.

Specific exhibitions of energy and enter
prise in the prosecution of any branch OF
commercial industry are entitled to extended
and special notice by the press in general,
and especially at our hands, claiming as we
do identification with the efforts for the
spread of information relative to all trade
interests. And we can recall no man or
firm in this town engaged in mercantile
trade who is more entitled to the generous
support and encouragement of our citizens
than {. f. Weeks.
This store contains stock of goods that
for variety, quality and freshness, has no
superior in any town in the country of
proPortionate population. Here may be
found one Of the finest assortments of goods
in this line to be found in town. Although
carrying line of goods that is really worthy
of more pretensions, and in quality equal
to any obtainable anywhere in all christen-
dom, the proprietor has no fancy prices on
goods, but they are as moderate and reason
able in every department as those of any
other concern in this section, and in some
instances much lower. This is an establish
ment Of which the citizens may well be
proud, for it is most perfect one in every
deDartmeDt.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
T. {. SPENCER.
Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, Silver and
Plated Ware, Spectacles, Etc.

4'''oH ~ a. X - k1CNtdNlGS- LIZ
1t may do for Us to sing, Ely swift
around, We wheels OF time" but you never
heard any person connected with this
establishment saying such words.
Having an excellent reputation in watch
es and clocks, the wheels OF time must fly
just exactly right, and exact enough TO be
always correct. He keeps a full line of
all kinds of fine watches, clocks, iewelry
silver and plated ware, fancy goods, spec
tacies, etc. The stock of rings, neck
chains, lockets, pins and studs is always
full and complete. The goods in stand
ard silver are from the best known manu-
facturers- their durability is warranted, and
customers may be assured that the goods
Will prove exactly as represented.
Also desirable line of books and station
cry.
IN closing, we would say, "All is not
gold hat giitt-Is," end there is no other
line Of goods in which the credaiity Of Gus
toners can be more imposed upon as TO
quality and price than in watches, jewelry
and silverware, and they should be careful
10 buy OF houses that have an honorable
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
w. 6. HARMON,
Agent for Singer Sewing Machines.

light III NJlliE5Sl DSN lliS N1dNilillCS.
In a series of articles devoted to an expo
Sition of the various industrial pursuits OF
this town, with view to serving the con-
sumner with information relating to the re-
sources and facilities of supply of this COM
munity, the sewing machine business, as
one conducting to the public good, should
have its full quota of recognition in these
columns. AS one that has achieved a
national reputation, permit us to call to your
notice the Singer Sewing Machine, for
which w. q. Harmon is the agent for
eastern Vermont.
Mr.. Harmon has lately made a sweeping
reduction in the price of sewing machine
needles of all kinds, selling needles at cost,
to accommodate the public. Here may be
found needles for any sewing machine made
in this country.
Singer Family Needles, u cents a doz.
Howe - 20 -
Wheeler & Wilson Needles, 20
Home Shuttle Needles, 20
Davis Needles, 20 -
New Home Needles, 20
Weed Needles, 20 9
All other needles in like proportion.
In addition to a varied stock of machines
here are kept constantly on hand 4 full
assortment of parts of machines, needles,
oils, attachments, etc. Machines rented at
reasonable rates, and repairing done at short
notice. Those who desire to purchase, rent,
or exchange, sewing machine, can go
further and fare worse.
The main characteristics of these
machines are simplicity, because the most
uninitiated can work them; durability,
because they will never wear out, and
strength, because with ordinary usage they
cannot be broken, injured or put out OF
gear, especially as they are adjusted with
perfect accuracy, which feature enables all
parts to wear evenly. and the machine to
last almost Indefinitely with proper care.
The prices OF these machines vary in accord
ance with the elegance of cabinet work and
ornamentation, but do not vary one particle
so far as the machine proper Is concerned ;
the lowest priced being guaranteed to DO
equal work with the most costly. In manu-
featuring, the companies turn out machines
such as may be adapted to profitable service
by those engaged in either producing cloth
ing, boots and shoes, hats, carriage trim
mings, and indeed every article through
which 4 needle will penetrate. Persons in
need of a tirSt-class sewing machine are
referred to this agency for further intorma-
ton, at whose hands they may safely rely
upon receiving courteous and honorable
treatment in every instance. Its reputation
for integrity and reliability is above re-
proach.
The farmer and mechanic. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1877-1885, 1883-11-21

than eyer before. After seeing the
sights. which called forth expressions
OF wonder from all. the party T~artook oi
native wines. lemonade. cake. ETC.
quite a tasty lunch. in fact. Mr. y Du-
mont. OF CASTOR county. in a few Craze
full words proposed DIR Gri.som's hralth
The Doctors response was IN hs
good taste.
Next the p~enitentiarv was visited; the
party being shown by capt X Stamps.
warden W J Hicks. and Mr. John PSted-
man. The building was admired. the
fine brickwork. the substantial wall. the
general neatness aud order. attracting
special attention.
The institution for the deaf, dumb and
blind was next visited. Mai Il ; Tuck
er. chairman OF the board of directors.
Their took charge. The visitors were
conducted through the large building to
the chapel. where a briet display was
given BY the pupils. Maj Tucker well
coined the visitors, IN a iOrclble speech.
Mayor Mckeehan responded II a feel
ing manner. He said North Carolina
was an honor TO the Union for her care
Of her afflicted citizens He was proud
TO enter such a noble Chart, a. this
The exercises. consisted OF songs. OBJ
jecL lessons. calislheuics. blackboard
exercises.
One of the features was the singing
of Miss Mason, of northampton. a veri-
table mocking-bird. Before leaving
Mr. Barnes returned thanks III behalf OF
the visitor. Lunch was then served in
abundance and good style.
The North Carolina Car shops was
the next point Of interest, and the vsi-
tors were evidently impressed. Mr. "
f Ashley. showed the party around.
The fine machinery. the uarrow-gauge
cars which were being made, etc, were
all specially uoted.
Thence the route was to the colored
fair grounds, aifording a view of some
elegant private reside noes. A large
number of people were found to be pres
ent. The visitors all voted the sight
to be the strangest they had seep. The
colored military and firemen; the ex-
hibits in the halls the women's depart
mcnt; the agricultural exhibit. the
stock, poultry. &c. Were all seen. and
over half an hour spent pleasantly.
The party drove through the beautiful
ground. of the National cemetery, the
keeper, Mr. ID L Shi, eley, presenting
bouquets of roses to Mayor Mcclellan
and Mrs. Elliott. The Shaw Universe
~ (colored) was inspected, the imposing
buildings eliciting expressions OF sur
prise.-Nens- Observer.