St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1902-05-07
St. Johnsbury Center.

A quiet wedding took place at tn
home of Mrs. Eliza A. Allen last Sunda,
afternoon, when her son, Freeman E
Allen OF Lynn, Mass, and Miss Eliza
beth J. Aver of West Somerville, Mass
were united in marriage Rev. A. Franci
Walch officiating. Only the nearest rela
tives were present, and after the happy
couple had received their congratua
lions, ics-cream cake and coffee wer,
served. Mr.. and Mrs. Allen left Monday
afternoon tor Harvey's Mountain Resort
East Las Vegas, New Mexico. Mr.
Allen has not fully recovered from his
lung trouble and they intend to spend a
year there with the expectation that tn,
climate there will effect a permanent
cure, as it is one of the best FIR such
troubles. Both bride and groom are
former residents o. this place and their
many friends will hope for his entire re
covery and their return to the east, Mr..
Allen leaves his business in LYNN in the
hands OF his partner, A. E, Smith, for the
present.
The selectmen ana surveyors wre on
the site of the old bridge Mon lay taking
measurements, with a view OF locating
the new one, which will be built as soon
as the water gets down so the abut-
ments can be put in. The abutments
will be made of split granite, the one on
the west side of the river moved do an
the stream about 10 feet, the east one
about 20 feet, or enough to make it
square across the river The bridge will
be raised a foot higher than the old one.
1t is not now decided whether it will be
built of wood or iron. Some want
covered bridge on account of being 50
near the station that it is a great con-
venience to hitch teams in while waiting
for trains in bad weather. Others think
an open bridge will look better and give
better appearance to the village. The
first cost and maintaining of a wooden
bridge would be less than an iron one.
Last Monday evening, at the Metho-
dist church, there was reception given
the new pastor, Rev. 6 c. McDougall
DR.. Worthen gave welcoming address,
coffee and cake were served and a social
hour was spent, making the acquaint-
ance OF Mr. and Mrs. McDougal. The
church is small, having between 40 and
so members, and some OF these are non
residents, yet it makes a good record
financially. During the last three years
over $1,000 has been raised, including
$3.50 on church repairs. The contribu.
tions toward the regular benevolences
have averaged SITS per year. The in
debtedness at the present date is less
than $25 and Will soon be met, part of
it being already pledged. The total
receipts from annuities and from gifts
from those not belonging to this charge
have not amounted to more than 500
per year. Nearly $4,000 has come direct
ly from the pockets of the church men,
bers. This has meant self sacrifice, but
self sacrifice is conducive to spirituality.
Universalist services will be held at
2.15 p. m, instead OF at 2 as IN the past,
Green Mountain Grange will give an
entertainment of dialogues, Rotations
and music at their hall next Friday eve
ming that will be well worth attending
Come and laugh with the rest over "the
renowned DR.. SNOWFALL" and enjoy their
excellent ice cream and cake.
Mr.. and Mrs. E. H. Stone returned
from Florida last week, Mr.. Stone will
soon be engaged in the moving building
business.
Jonathan Huntley, who had the mis-
fortune to lose his COW rec ntly, was pre-
sented with another one by some of his
friends and neighbors last week.
The work of painting and repairing is
making progress whenever the weather
is favorable at the Congregational
church.
M. d. Park, merchant, commenced on
the cash system the first day of May.
A sad day for those who have been get.
ting trusted without any expectation Of
making payment.
Miss Lizzie Bean came down from Bar
ton Saturday and spent Sunday with
her parents.
Rev. Mr. and Mrs. Worthen were Wis
iting friends at West Concord last week.
Mr.. Worthen was formerly pastor of the
M. E. church at this place.
Mr.. and Mrs. Curtis Powers and
youngest son, from Wilder, are visiting
for few days at his brothers, H. c
Powers.
Charles, son of William Mclaughlin
is sick at his fathers, threatened Will
typhoid fever
Martin Carlton finished his work fo
M. d. Park last week. He will be mucl
missed by the patrons Of the store, who
always found him to be pleasant anC
obliging clerk. Bert Mclaughlin ha
rented the John Danforth house and will
take possession soon.
S. K. Huse has rented the John Dana
farm for another year.
Harry Brook seems to be regain
ing his health, which is very encouraging
to his many friends.
At the annual freman's meeting last
Saturday night the following officers
were elected Foreman, Frank Brewer
first assistant, E. H. Campbell; SECOND
assistant, E A. Mongeon; secretary aut
treasurer, L. d. Stiles.
F. H. Stone went to East Barnet tn,
first OF the week to examine some build
ings that were partially wrecked by tn,
flood last March, with a view of moving
them.
The many friends Of Mrs. H. ]. Kelle,
are glad to know that she expects tc
come home from Brightlook Hospita
the last of this week much improved il
health.
Mrs. Keller and Mrs. Skinner from