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St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
PINARD & DEMERS,
Manufacturers and Wholesalers of
Furniture, Packing Boxes, Etc.


Travel the world over and you would
scarcely find a town OF the same number OF
inhabitants, that possesses wider diversity
OF manufacturing interests. Among the
many live and enterPrising business houses
we will instance the firm OF Pinard y Dem
ers.
They are manufacturers and wholesale
dealers IN birch, maple and ash furniture,
French bedsteads and packing boxes, and
dealers in groceries, etc.
This concern has been in existence for
some time, and being practical men and
conversant with every detail OF their bust
ness, it is not surprising that their trade is
constantly and steadily increasing. They
purchase their material from first hands Tor
cash, or on short time, which enables them
to procure it at the lowest figures, and to
sell their goods to correspond. They en-
ploy good workmen, and make all grades,
from the ordinary to the A /. All the ma
terial used in manufacturing their fur
niture Is thoroughly seasoned and only the
best OF stock Is used. Their goods give the
most complete satisfaction, and once a
customer, always customer" can be said
OF nearly ali their patrons. Their trade'is
an extensive one not only in the State but
throughout New England and other portions
of the country. BY strict integrity and
close attention to business they have obtain
ed well earned reputation, and we advise
those who have never dealt with them to look
at their stock and obtain their prices.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
WHEELER & co.
eneral NIachinists and Iron Workers.

AClltld al AldClllIllSlS ana lion w Oh hGlS.
Foremost among the leading pursuits OF
the nineteenth century are the manufacture
and commerce ofiron goods. Every one can
call to mind important and familiar appli-
cations of this material, but few realize .
how numerous and diversified are its entire
uses. Iron ships, buildings, pavements and
ratings, iron bridges, aqueducts, cars and
statues, machinery of a thousand kinds,
tools, domestic and mechanical; hardware,
stoves, gratings, and columns,-all in volv-
ing the employment of millions OF capital
and tens of thousands of strong and skill
full laborers-serve to show how truly is the
iron manufacture the great patron of modern
art and industry. Among the important
industrial interests of this class in this town
and, in fact, in the State, stands that of
Wheeler * Co.
This firm are the sole licensed manufact-
urers of the Deans patent bone mills. and
make a speciality of iron frame box machin-
cry, hand and power Watchers, board trim
mers, planners, edgers, and general mill work.
They are also dealers in new and second
hand machinery, engines, boilers, planners,
band saws, etc. Job work and repairs of
every description done to order
The Dean bone mill above mentioned is
invaluable for grinding bones, oyster shells,
guano, plaster and other hard substances.
These machines are in cuccessful operation
in many towns throughout the country, and
are adapted to the crushing of green, raw
bones, without any preparation whatever,
just they come from the street or slaugh-
ter house, making a decidedly remunerative
business. This firm has also lately obtain
ed the right of manufacture and control of
the Howard patent saw table, which is rapid
ly coming into prominence. This is the
only machine built that will cut 4 double
inter with one saw, and no furniture manu-
factory or carriage shop is complete with
out it.
This concern ranks among those distinct
industries that, by the excellence of their
manufacture, reflect credit upon the town
in which they are located. The excellent
reputation this establishment has acquired
in their various productions is owing to the
skill and energy which the proprietors have
shown in seeking out and adopting any new
improvements in the working or style of
the articles manufactured. We would be led
into too many technicalities for the general
reader if we were to describe the system
and processes which they adopt in the diff
terent articles made; but the secret OF their
success lies in their skill, acquired thrsugh
an experience 'Of many years, accompanied
by the extreme care, labor, and patience
which they take to insure accuracy-perfect
truth in all their workmanship.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
c. D. NEWELL,
Dentist.

The science of to-day that is shown in the
prosecution of the profession of dentistry is
the result of many years of growth and de-
velOpment. So rapid have been the dis
cOveries, improvements and changes in the
last twenty years that the ease and comfort
given to patients now are in strong con-
trast with the fortunes they were required to
suffer even in the simple operation of hav-
ing tooth drawn twenty years ago. This
manner of things was brought about in
part by the delicacy of form and aptness of
construction of the different instruments
which they now use, and also in a large
part to the skillful and scientific attain
ments of the operator. We take pleasure
in recommending those of our readers who
require the services of an accompli shed gem
tleman in this profession to G. ID. Newell
He is a gentleman who has bv many
years of experience obtained a most thor
ough and efficient knowledge of the most
minute details of his profession, and is a
safe and careful man to do any work relat-
ing to the business. He has established a
reputation of such character that his large
practice is the immediate result of a firm
endeavor to satisfy the wants. of the public.
Having made the profession a careful and
continual study, and having all the business
he can attend to, he is now reaping a har-
vest of success which it is universally ac-
knowledged he so justly deserves.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
BOSTON CLOTHING STORE,
Moore a Harvey, Proprietors.

1t is admitted by all tnaL Americans, in
general, and as Il nation, are, If not the
most tishIOnaDly aJLIred, the most comfort
ably dressed people IN the word. 1hIs Is
not only due 70 their good taste, but also
TO the great advance JndJ has been made III
the business Of ready -maue clothing within
the last Two decades, resulting III an econ
improvement III qualify OF material, ana la
clIILles Tor ensurIng perfect MS. Tins
firm has been IN business mere several years,
ana Is Il worthy representative OF TINS line
OF commercial pursuit. Here, we nave CA
hIbItcu complete lines Of ready made-ciOLh-
ing, which comprise everything necessary
to Il compete STOCK. Also, mats ana caps,
gents furnishing goods, trunks, bags,
umbrellas, eJc., III great variety.
10 those Of our readers VINO never have
patrOnILed this nrm, we Wish To Impress
upon their minds Inc TACT that Its prices
are 20 moderate On nrsJ-CIdss goods is "
surprise Those VINO have been sending out
OF town ana 10 Tie cities where eAoIuILauL
rents are pdId ana Iducy prOnJs expected
In these Times, Nneu a uOlIdr saved is ,
dollar earned, especially When is good sal
isfactiOu can be gwen IN your own town us
at Il distance, there is no better way to put
the old saying into practical force than by
patronizing home industry. Get your
clothes Of this firm and you will find a de-
sirable assortment to select from.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
COTTAGE HOTEL,
r. b. Flint, Proprietor.

One of the most pleasantly arranged and
best conducted hotels in this section of
country is the above house under the pro-
prietorship of r. B. Flint.
To those who value economy, combined
with good living and comfortable accommo-
dations on every hand, this house presents
special inducements. 1t contains a large
number OF rooms, single and en- suite
which are let by the day, week or month on
the most favorable terms. The table is all
that could be desired, furnishing an excel
lent variety to satisfy the wants ofthe inner
man, perfectly cooked, with just enough of
home style about to make it doubly appc-
thing to the wayiarer or business man,
prompt and courteous attendance, and
above all, prominent evidence of cleanli-
ness.
The price of table board has been placed
at an exceedingly low price per week, and
competent judges can say from personal
experience that they have never found a
place, for the price, that surpasses this for
good living. The price for transient board
is SI.Oo per day, and we advise those wish
ing to secure a home-like and low-priced
place, either for meals or transient board,
to patronize the Cottage Hotel.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
PASSUMPSIC SAVINGS BANK.
ESTABLISHED IN 1883.

For long series of years this bank has
pursued an honorable career, fulfilling every
obligation with which it has been entrusted.
and occupying place in the financial econ
omy Of this community, particularly emin-
eut and useful.
Commencing operations during the year
before mentioned by the receipt of small
sums from the industrial classes, this bank
has by strict economy and the exercise
of prudent policy, increased its business,
and its deposits now amount to nearly
81, 10000. The officers of the bank are
the following well-known gentlemen Eli
jah ID. Blodgett, president; Emerson Hall,
vice president; VIM. S. Boynton, treasurer;
<. Adams, and II. w. Blodgett. assistants
Investing committee: E. d. Blodgett E.
Hall, Ed. F. Brown. Trustees Elijah D.
Blodgett, Emerson Hall, Andrew E. Rankin,
Andrew J. Willard, Edward F. Brown, John
NJ. Alvord, Truman c. Fletcher, Theron
NJ. Howard, VIM. S. Boynton, George l..
Bradley, Horace Carpenter.
Dividends are declared in January and
July of each year, and deposits commence
to draw interest on the first of every month.
Under the guidance of the above named
gentlemen. the bank is so conducted that in
every respect it may be regarded as an insti-
tuition which has contributed in the highest
degree to the financial solidity of this town.
and development of a thrift and industry
for which, in many respects, the town Is
remarkable.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
c. NJ. CARPENTER.
Practical Optician

Good eye-sight is without doubt one of
the highest and most intellectual of human
enjoyments, without which the world seems
of little account and life becomes almost 4
burden. Still the sight constitutes one of
the senses that is the most abused and neg
lected. And it is to be universally regretted
that the means too frequently resorted to
for its improvement by inexperienced and
sham pretenders oftentimes conduce to its
detriment, and in some cases to its final
extinction. As gentleman who can Law
just claim to being practical oPtician and
OCuliSt, we desire to call the attention of the
public to c. NJ Carpenter.
Specialties Spectacles and eye glasses in
great variety, including the perfect fitting OF
lenses upon new and scientific basis, max
ing use of the Philadelphia test case, which
is acknowledged to be equalled by few, and
surpassed by none. Particular attention
paid to correct adjustment, and the exam
ination of the eye for malformation. He
has a large number of testimonials from
some of the worst cases of partial blindness,
one or both eyes, BLUR, dizziness, aStg-
matism in children, myOpia, presbyOpia,
failing eyesight, etc.
Lights that are bad near by and good at
a distance; cloudy eyes that occasionally see
black spots before them; eyes overloaded
by cataract; one eye stronger than The
other; poor sights, both near and far; weak
eyes caused by erysipelas; eyes that have
been abandoned by other opticians; in fact,
any and all persons who use glasses, or
have the slightest difficulty with the eyes,
may find relief and experience satisfaction
by calling on c. NJ. Carpenter.
During his extended practice he has met
with numerous cases of damaged sight,
the principal cause Of which was from the
use of unsuitable and defective spectaclcs
purchased of itinerant vendors who are
ignorant of the true inwardness of optical
science, and presume to assist the sight
with glasses about the properties Of which
they know little or nothing. And never
having made the anatomy and PhJSiology
of the eye a careful study, they are unquali-
fed to make that delicate adjustment of the
glasses to the ConCavity or conveNitv of the
eye, without which clear and easy vision is
utterly impossible. If you would improve
your sight and preserve your eyes, you
must employ the services of some thorough
ly practical and experienced optician who
knows how to strengthen and invigorate
them.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
WILLIAM WILDER & son.
Heavy Hardware and Coal.

In writing a detailed account of the in
dustries of this town, with some account of
those individual enterprises that have con-
duced so greatly to the thrift of the comun-
itv, we must not overlook the fact that no
little vitality has emanated from traffic in
coal that appears to have become more and
more important annually. In such a con-
nection, and as a concern eminently worthy
of mention. we must not neglect to call
attention to VIM Wilder * Son.
They are dealers in coal OF all kinds and
have established an extensive local trade,
for the promotion of which the concern
possesses ample facilities, as the relations
with the railroads and the largest shippers
are of very intimate character, and the
fact that they possess thorough knowledge
of the business serves to verify the assur-
ance that so far competition is concerned
they are placed upon a par with any and
all contemporaries, either in large or
small lots. All goods are delivered in town,
and all orders for any of the above in any
quantity receive the most prompt attention
These gentlemen are widely known in this
region of country and will be found in bus
mess or social relations, prompt, liberal
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
U. S. & c. EXPRESS COMPANY
f. RICHARDSON. AGENT.

Without the aid of the ever-ready express
man, business, A. carried on in these DAYS,
would soon come to an ignominious stand
still The merchant having to expend time
and money and trouble to reach his Gus
toners in this or that locality, entirely by
means of his own horses and wagons, would
be involved in expenses which would kill
his business. This is true even in New York
and of the monster concerns OF which that
great metropolis of America boasts, which,
in addition to employing scores of their own
vehicles in delivering goods, are vet depend
ent TO very large extent upon the express
companies in order to keep up with their
business.
The United States and Canada Express.
for which Mr.. F. Richardson is the popular
and universally appreciated agent for this
town, have messengers running through a
large portion of this entire country and
Canada, and are prepared to forward any
kind OF merchandise or parcels with prompt
itude and reliability, and as they employ
only careful and obliging, as well as expert
enced men. all goods are handled without
thai wear and tear that is incident to most
express concerns, and all goods are forward
ed without delay to all parts OF the world.
Strict attention Is given to paving and col
Letting notes, drafts, etc, and valuable pack
ages carefully and safely delivered. This
company also makes a special feature of
paving money BY telegraph at over
three hundred cities and villages in the New
England. middle and western States and
Canada. Also of issuing money orders
payable at over five thousand places. Thus
from one to FIVE dollars can be sent any dis
lance for five cents, and from five to ten
dollars for eight cents.
The Boston offices of this Company are
at 80 and 70 Court square, II2 Canal street,
II Bedford street, and we advise all who
wish their express business done quickly,
promptly and safely. to patronize the Unit
ed States and Canada
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
NJ. 7. CALDBECK,
Manufacturer of Doors, Sash, Blinds,
Mouldings. Etc.

1t is not many years since carpenter en-
gagged in the construction of a store or
dwelling was compelled to manufacture by
hand all the doors, saSheS, blinds, mould
ingS, window castings, and, in fact, every
portion Of the woodwork had to be fash
toned from the rough timber. In those days
it took as many months to build a house as
it now takes weeks, and the work done is
far better performed than could have been
expected at that time. The great improve
ments in woodworking machinery, and the
subdivisions of the carpenters trade on
this account, render the manufacture of the
goods ut the heading of this article an i'm
pOrtant industry in every part Of the cOun-
try. One of the most reliable concerns in
this State engaged in the manufacture of
these articles is that of NJ. j. Caldbeck
successor to II. & II. L. Randall.
He manufactures fun and complete
line of sash, doors, blinds, mouldings, win
dow frames, brackets, etc, and will do ali
kinds Of turning, planning, or saving, Of
every description at short notice.
All Of the above lines of goods this firm
can supply to parties in any quantity, and
at as low prices as may be had from any
similar concern in the State. This is one
of the best houses Of its KIND IL this region,
controlling a large and increasing business,
and the concern is well and favcrably
known to builders, contractors, and others
on account Of its enterprise and excellent
facilities for promptly filling orders, AID
we heartily recommend it to our readers
This firm also does an extensive business
at contracting and building. and deals in
lumber Of every possible description. The
proprietor will put in the latest improved
machinery, and will soon have facilities un-
surpassed by any like concern in the STATE.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
FLETCHER & FLINT,
Hardware, Stoves, Furnaces, Sheet
Iron and Tin Ware, Etc.

In placing before our readers a review of
the leading firms of this town, it is our en-
deavor to present a fair and impartial de-
scription of each line of trade, and in select
ing our subjects we, as far as possible,
endeavor to choose the firms which are
Justly entitled, by reason of their enterprise
and the amount of business annually trans
acted to be considered the representative
ones engaged in the special branch of bust
ness selected for notice. Among others we
must not neglect to call attention to the
business carried on and conducted by
Fletcher & Flint.
Specalties Shelf hardware, stoves,
ranges, furnaces, sheet iron and tin ware.
The St. Johnsbury range a speciality.
During the past few years a great i'm
prOvement has been made in the quality and
variety OF these goods. 1t is but compare
lively a few years since all such articles
were made by hand in a rude and rough
manner, and entirely wanting in that thor
ough workmanship, artistic design, and the
graceful and symmetrical proportions which
may be plainly seen in the large and COM
prehensive stock kept bythis concern, which
represents a desirable assortment to select
from, all of which are for sale at 4. .s.v
prices as any similar concern in this sec
ton. The reputation of this house is tor
strict integrity and uprightness, anG inter
ested parties may rest assured that it will b..
for their interest to patronizs If when desir-
ing goods in this line.
This is an old established concern Of
many years standing, and carries one of the
largest stocks in its line to be found in the
entire State. The new firm will soon make
extensive alterations and improvements in
the general appointments ofthe store, which
when completed will render it one of the
most convenient and neatest arranged stores
in town. Their facilities for iron piping
and plumbing are unsurpassed.
While this firm has a busy local trade, its
business extends over a large radius of terri
tory, covering the entire eastern section Of
Vermont and the western section of New
Hampshire, from White River Junction to
the Canada line.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
ST. JOHNSBURY HOUSE
Jerry Drew. Proprietor.

The faculty of hotel keeping and making
a house that for which it was originally de-
signed-one where comfort and conven-
fence meet the travelling public-is a science
requiring natural talent and n genial dis
position in the proprietor which cannot be
acquired by artificial training. This quail
fication in its full sense IS answered by but
few men in the business, and the deficiency
Will render an hotel second class which, is
in other respects of the first order, and,
rice cerSd, renders a smaller establishment
much more desirable and popular if the
right man is at the helm.
We doubt if any one who is posted on
the subject will contradict us when we say
that the above hotel is one of the best kept
houses in every sense of the word in the
State, The rooms are large, airy and well
furnished, and everything about them is
clean and neat. Every conveL fence NAV
here be found for the use of commercial
travellers. In fact, the proprietor spares
no pains whereby any Improvement may be
made upon the comfort and convenience of
guests, and the fact has been fully demon
strated that he knows how to run Il
hotel
The cuisine is second to none, and that 1t
receives the prOprietOr's personal attention
is sufficient assurance that the table is all
that could be desired by even the most faS-
tidious epicure. Being very centrally To-
Gated, and having a livery stable and hack
Office connected, make it very desira-
bic home for all whether on business or
pleasure. We cordially recommend this
hotel to strangers and everybody visiting
this town, fully confident thar they will find
in it every element of comfort, convenience
and economy.
Mr.. W. 4. Little, the popular clerk, is ii
gentleman pos Sessng practical knowledge
Of the mist approved methods of conduct
ing a first-class hotel, and has troops of
friends among the boys on the road.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1883-04-27
O. H. HALE,
Dealer in Dry and Fancy Goods,
Millinery, Etc.

Among the best known concerns in this
town engaged in selling this line of goods,
none stands higher in the estimation of the
general public. than that of O. II. Hale.
Specialtes Dry and fancy goods, millin-
cry goods, etc.
During the time that the proprietor has
been engaged in this trade he has acquired
an unequaIied reputation among the people
for handling one of the. best varieties in this
line to be found in town. For the coming
season his stock Is unusually large, in antici-
patton of a heavy trade, which is being
realized by him in common with other
houses of all branches of trade. Abilities
for the successful prosecution of 4 business
like this are only obtained after years of pa
tent labor, and glance at the stock here
displayed convinces the customer that judg-
ment aud taste have entered into all the pur-
chases. Here may always be found a large
and complete assortment of goods of every
description, including all the multitudinous
articles supposed to be kept in a strictly
first-class establishment of this kind. This
store has made it strict rule to allow no
similar house to excel it in either fine quail
tiles of goods or moderate and reasonable
prices. IN the prosecution of business the
establishment has oc=l e.niuently success
full, which Of itself is sufficient stimulus
to retain the large share of patronage which