St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1907-02-27
At the Willie.
- The Washington Ball.

Another Washington ball has passed
into history and there is certainly no
diminution of pleasure or interest in
these popular entertainments. Indeed,
it has been said by some who attended,
that this was the best ball yet. Fancy
dress was worn by many who attended
and all were masked until after the first
three figures, when unmasking took
place, with the usual surprises. Mrs.
Brooks orchestra of five pieces, furnished
delightful and inspiring music. The deco
Srations were attractive and appropriate,
of bunting and flags, and Music Hall
! looked very gay and brilliant The gal
lery was well filled with spectators, some
of whom joined the dancers after the
masks were removed. Refreshments
were served in the hall by the ladies of
the society. They were also served in
the gallery, an innovation which met
with universal approval. 1t is probable
that the Village Improvement society
will profit about $75 from the ball, the
sum which is usually raised, and all who
attended will profit by the memory of a
very pleasant evening.
George Paige of Coaticook, 2. O., was
in town few days last week, taking the
opportunity to attend the Washington
ball.
Mrs. A. D. Paige is spending fort
night in Providence, K. l., with her sister
Mrs. w. E. Ranger.
Mrs. Eliza Belden, who has been stop
ping for few days with Mrs. Charles
Norris, has returned to st. Johnsbury,
where she has patient
George c. Short has been appointed
deputy sheriff, to succeed D. NJ. Silsby
and will doubtless prove to be an eff
cient officer.
At the basket ball game Friday even
ing there was a good crowd present to
witness rather one-sided game between
Lyndonville and Hardwick. The score
was 5 to / 1 in favor of the home team,
who by faithful practice are winning
quite good reputation for themselves.
Miss Ellie Campbell is at home for
short'visit
Rev. W. A. Warner of Barton was the
speaker at the mems meeting Sunday
afternoon, and in the evening gave a
most interesting address in the Congre-
gational church on his recent trip to
.lersusalem.
A conference of Christian Endeavor
wor kers was held in the Congregational
church, Thursday, by Rev. F. X. Morris,
president of the State Union, and Miss
Grace NJ. Young, secretary. The after
noon session was for officers, while the
public was invited to an evening session,
which was addressed by Rev. A. H. Gage,
fist. Johnsbury.
Mrs. Harley Wheeler, who has been
quite ill, has gone, with her children, to
Mr.. Wheeer's home at Barton. Mr..
Wheeler is now working at Woodsville.
Miss Estelle Gromberg is confined to
the house, having recently undergone a
surgical operation.
Scott Russell, a student at the Univer-
sity of Vermont, visited at H. L. Par
ker's last week and attended the Wash
ington ball.
Mrs. H. W. Lyster entertained the
Christmas Club Wednesday.
The Shakespeare Club meets today
with Mrs. c. B. Hutchinson the pro-
gram being on the play of King Lear"
March 1, is the date of their Gentlemen's
Night.
The Lyndon Woman's Club goes to
Mrs. George Ide's tomorrow for a
winter picnic" which is one of their
pleasant social affairs.
Mrs. Charles Fisher is quite i'll, and
Mrs. Mary Powers is taking care of her.
H. A. Thomas, Watches new clerk has
moved his family here, into the Carter
house at the Center.
Henry Smith and family of White River
Junction have moved into Dodge & Wat
sons block.
Miss Marguerite Robinson is at home
for few days vacation from the Emer-
son School of Oratory.
Miss Gorilla Macdonald is staying at
Gilmore Quimby's on Pudding Hill.