Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1913-11-12
THE, THREE CRAF"TSBURYS

IN early mannOOQ IN vancouver, WHERE
be still resides.
The farmhouse and horsebarn of R.
G.. Bowker was entirely consumed by
fire Saturday at about four p. m. The
fire had made considerable Roadway
when discovered by Mr.. Bowker. who
was not far from the house. Mrs.
bowker was away from home. A
very few of their household goods
were saved. A small insurance is
reported.
The reception Thursday evening
ford at the NJ E. church proved to be
very enjoyable occasion. The parlor
where Mr.. and Mrs. Paddleford
received their friends was beautifully
decorated with crepe paper and bunting.
A snort musical and literary program
was carried out. The orchestra gave a
| few choice selections, light refresh
ments were served and all were
happier for the coming together.
NORTH CRAFTS8URY
Mrs. Russell is working for Mrs. D.
| Keller.
Bernie Hoyt is working for G. w.
Wheeler.
: N. B. Williams visited his father at
Ringe last week.
Guy Garvin has just had new piano
placed in his home
H. F. Graham and H. N. Stevens were
in Orleans Thursday on business.
Mrs Ida Dustin Watts from Maine
| ic vic or hnY of fo,r,
weeks.
News has been received that Mr..
and Mrs Harleigh Cowles are happy
over the arrival of nice girl at their
home.
Mr.. and MRS. E. Keller were in
Hyde Park last week Mr.. Keelel
was doing a job Of roofing for his
uncle.
Fred Root is improving the farm by
building large windows in the barr
and new clapboards. c. B. Cole is
doing the work.
! Don't forget the entertainment ir
the lecture course Monday evening
! Nov. II at the town hall, Craftsbury
1t will be the Floyds. Magicians anC
Mind Readers. They come highly
recommended.
The Book and Thimble club me
with Mrs. Anna McGoveru Tuesday il
spite Of the storm there were ter
present. Vermont writer's were take1
as study. Mrs McGovern treated
the club to nice little spread and al
felt it was very pleasant occasion.
EAST 'CRAVTSBURY
Geo. Simpson and Avery Atkin
have been in Springfield on bushes
trip.
About fifteen attended the specis
missionary meeting at Mrs. Findlay'
Thursday. A bounteous dinner wa
served and pleasant and profitabl
afternoon was spent.
An interesting temperance program
was given in the Sunday School las
Sunday. Special remarks were mad
by the Rev. c. E. Garvin, John Ken
drick and Aurelius Shields.
The Woman's Missionary society vii
hold their monthly meeting in tn
vestry of the U. P. church OF
Thursday Nov 20. This will be tn
thank offering service and it is hope
all will try to come.
The ladies of the U. P. church ar
planning to hold a sale on Frida
afternoon and evening, Dec. 5. Thos.
wishing to contribute anything for thi
sale are requested to leave the sam,
with Mrs. N. L. Heidger
The farm buildings, the house an
barn adjoining, known as the Hanson
: place, below James Paterson's ant
occupied by Mr.. Bowker, were burne
last Saturday afternoon. The fir
caught around the chimney.
+ Mrs. Jason Young underwent yer,
serious operation in the Briehtlooj
hospital. ST. Johnsbury, on Friday O
last week. Her many friends are ola,
to hear that she is as comfortable, a
could be expected at this writing.
The men of the U. P church vii
give an entertainment and serve al
oyster supper in the vestry on Friday
evening. Nov IA. A mock trial vii
be one of the features of the evening
Admission to entertainment and sup
per. 25 cents. Supper will be serve,
from 6 to g. A very cordial Invitation
is extended.
w.