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We firmly believe that the lines of merchandise, and the services, that we now offer to our customers are the best to be had; we still stand by the policy which was adopted when our firm was established in 1897, of making such adjustments on services or merchandise as may be necessary to make our good friends and customers satisfied. On this basis we solicit your patronage, and cordially invite you to look over our establishment when in St. Johnsbury for the Sesqui-Centen- nial celebration.
THE C. H. GOSS CO.
Burlington - St. Johnsbury Est. 1897
COMPLETE RELIABLE AUTOMOBILE SERVICE
New and Used Automobiles
Seiberling Tires - U. S. L. Batteries
Gossco Retreads
In more recent years small business enterprises have taken over some of the former apartments.
The St. Johnsbury House has in recent years regained its former prestige enjoyed during the early days of its career. It is neat and clean and its exterior always is of an appearance to add to the dignity of the town. It was built when the railroad came to fill a need for better hotel accommoda- tions in the village.
The hotel, built by a syndicate in 1850, ranked among the best in the state. It had 150 rooms and could provide for 200 guests. The early years at the hotel were ones of popular favor. Late years have been no less favor- able and its hospitality has secured the approbation of all.
A syndicate of local men took the hotel over in 1884 with a hope of giving it added improvements and making it still a better place than it was. They planned to do this by bringing in the best possible management, but they drew a scamp, and after a year he disappeared leaving the property with a mortgage, plus a note, amounting to over $26,000.
This situation meant years of hard work to pull out from under but the more carefully selected management in the future brought the house through and again had it on a paying basis. In 1913 a group of St. Johnsbury busi- ness men in the Commercial Club, having the utmost faith in the hotel, bought the property, enlarged it, remodeled it, and entirely rebuilt the house, literal- ly converting it into a new hotel of modern style and equipment on the old tavern site at the Bend.
Its Colonial style front survived the remaking. Its portico is of a distinctly early American design. Other similar ones still remain in the village, one in the neighborhood block to the hotel, but the portico on the St. Johnsbury House is the largest and most artistic. An upper story piazza within the portico distinguishes the style of the design.
The Hotel Moore, while somewhat smaller than the other two hotels in the village, has no less select clientele. It is well appointed, neatly fur- nished, hospitable and a place where anyone will be made to feel at home and at ease within a very few minutes. For the few years. in comparison with the others, that it has been in operation, it has made many friends for the town and its customers become so well attached to the place that they insist on accommodations there when they return to St. Johnsbury again.
The hotel building was built in 1909 as a public hall and assembly rooms for the National Guards. It was named Bertrand's Hall, the proclama- tion of which still is visible at both ends of the building's exterior. After the state had provided the guards with an Armory on Main street in 1916. Ber- trand's Hall was converted into Moore's Hotel.
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ONE HUNDRED ONE
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
These friends have contributed assistance of one kind or another in connection with the publication of this book, and the author's appreciation is acknowledg- ed in small measure by listing their names :
Herbert W. Blodgett W. Arthur Taplin Cornelia T. Fairbanks Charles S. Sumner Calvin E. Brown H. Stanwood Brooks Ernest F. Skinner E. Wesley Steele Ernest H. Cowles John M. Perham Mrs. John M. Perham Margaret Shipman Jamison Arthur F. Stone
In addition to independent research and a wealth of material from undimmed memory of a score of the town's oldest residents, we are indebted to the follow- ing publications for much of the material herein con- tained :
St. Johnsbury Illustrated, 1891 edition, by Arthur F. Stone Saint Johnsbury Vermont. 1914 edition, by Edward Taylor Fairbanks
Successful Vermonters, by Arthur F. Stone
Vermont of Today, Vol. II and III, by Arthur F. Stone Vermont Historical Gazetteer Caledonian files from August 8, 1837 to the present Official records of the Town of St. Johnsbury
Purina Chows for Livestock and Poultry
PURINA CHOWS
CHECKERBOARD FEED STORES
TM HOWARD
1855
For Eighty-two years a Book, Jewelry and Stationery Store
Displaying only high grade merchandise
Randall & Whitcomb
Books, Jewelry and Stationery
31 Main Street
St. Johnsbury,
Vermont
1937
At 100 Railroad Street in the heart of the business district of St. Johnsbury is the town's only Hard- ware Store-
THE PECK COMPANY
Hardware and allied lines have been its sole busi- ness since 1910. Its unpretentious front and main store are only small parts of the whole unit - three large warehouses filled with hardware, plumbing supplies, paints, and building materials are conveniently located to give everyone instant service - either Wholesale or Retail.
Its steady growth to reach an organization of this size was realized only by high standards of merchandising, a competent personnel, and a com- plete modern stock.
The Peck Company extends to you a cordial in- vitation to visit its store. - Its large stock will supply you - Its right prices will interest you - Its fair dealing will satisfy you. COME OFTEN.
C. A. CALDERWOOD, INC.
FUNERAL - AMBULANCE SERVICE 1877 - 1937
Having enjoyed the business of this Community for sixty years, we take this opportunity to pay our respects to the manufacturers with whom we have been associated. They represent Quality Merchandise.
Compliments of The Embalmers Supply Co. Westfield, Conn.
Compliments of Fellows and Son, Inc. Manchester, N. H. Manufacturers CASKETS and FUNERAL SUPPLIES
Boston Burial Case Co.
Boston and Somerville
Massachusetts
Northern Casket Co.
Fond du Lac, Wis.
Successful manufacturers of quality merchandise for over 65 years
Alexander Casket Co., Inc.
Lunenburg, Vermont
Compliments of
Florence Casket Co.
Florence, Mass.
THE GALION METALLIC VAULT CO. GALION, OHIO Manufacturers of the GALION CRYPTORIUM The Armco Iron Receptacle for the Casket
ROYAL BOND, INC.
St. Louis, Missouri
Our 87th year BRISTOL MANUFACTURING CO. CASKETS and FUNERAL DIRECTORS' SUPPLIES Pays its respects to C. A. CALDERWOOD, INC. and to ST. JOHNSBURY
St. Johnsbury's Exclusive Ladies' Shoppe The Grey Shoppe MISSES AND LADIES FURNISHINGS AND READY-TO-WEAR
79 Railroad Street
Telephone 866 St. Johnsbury, Vermont
Bernier's Beauty Parlor
5 Eastern Avenue
St. Johnsbury, Vt.
Telephone 813
Opposite Railroad Station
PERMANENT WAVE SPECIALIST
Hovey and Chandler Small But Still Growing
One of the best places to buy Ready-to-Wear Dry Goods Hosiery Wilbur Coon Shoes and Air Tred Shoes For Women
Co-operative Shoes for Men Floor Coverings
Gold Seal Congoleums Armstrong Linoleums Proprietors of the JAMES BURNS FLORIST CO. "SAY IT WITH FLOWERS" Flowers delivered and telegraphed everywhere
ELECTRIC SERVICE
and
APPLIANCES
THE TWIN STATE GAS & ELECTRIC CO. 40 Eastern Avenue St. Johnsbury, Vt.
DEPENDABLE FURNITURE for MODERN HOMES
. FUNERAL DIRECTORS
Established 1907
Compliments of
Albert S. Juneau
101-103 Eastern Avenue Y. M. C. A. Building St. Johnsbury
FRED W. BARROWS
Manufacturer of
GREEN MOUNTAIN HARDWOOD CHAIRS
Telephone 919
139 Portland Street
St. Johnsbury, Vermont
R. BENNETT & SON
Main Street
Quality Groceries and Meats S. S. PIERCE DEALER
NOLIN BROTHERS 17 Eastern Avenue St. Johnsbury, Vermont
Freeman Shoes for Men Enna-Jettick Shoes for Women Buster Brown Shoes for Boys and Girls Triangle Brand Work Shoes for Men
WATERMANS, INC.
Dry Goods and Garments
Phoenix Hoisery
Dix Uniforms
Henderson Corsets
Eastern Isles Underwear
95 Railroad St., St. Johnsbury, Vt.
BUICK
PONTIAC
CADILLAC
LASALLE
SALES AND SERVICE
The
Northern Cadillac Co., Inc.
Tel. 315
St. Johnsbury, Vermont
HOOKER-REED CO. We have been in the Mill Supply and Machine Jobbing Business since 1878 Phone 211 St. Johnsbury, Vermont
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dogs
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Calvin E. Brown Merchant Tailoring and Hats Gents' Furnishings and Shoes
Phone 199M 99 Eastern Avenue
CONVERSE SALES AND SERVICE Distributors Frigidaire and Delco Products 73 Railroad Street Telephone 314 St. Johnsbury, Vermont
We are happy to join in
observing The Sesqui-centennial of St. Johnsbury
CALDBECK-COSGROVE Corporation
BUILDERS' SUPPLIES
St. Johnsbury, Vt.
Woodsville, N. H.
A. B. NOYES INSURANCE AGENCY, Inc. Agent Telephone 44
Citizens Savings Bank Building, St. Johnsbury, Vt.
Compliments of Tegu Enterprises
Compliments of
HARRY'S MEN'S SHOP SERVICE WITH A SMILE
Citizens Bank Block St. Johnsbury, Vermont
Established 1886 by W. H. Jenks THE JENKS STUDIO PORTRAIT AND COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS 49 Main Street St. Johnsbury, Vermont
WELCOME B. EASTMAN
The Reliable Pharmacy
36-38 Eastern Ave. St. Johnsbury, Vt.
JACKMAN - BUTLER MACHINE SHOP General repairing and experimental machine work Manufacturers of Spool and Bobbin Machinery 11 Concord Avenue St. Johnsbury, Vermont
DR. GEORGE E. HOWE EYE EXAMINATION AND TREATMENT St. Johnsbury, Vermont
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Enjoy Hot Water All Summer .. Luxurious Heat Next Winter .. From this NEW IDEAL No. 11 BOILER FOR OIL-FIRING
Get double enjoyment from a new Ideal No. 11 Boiler for oil- firing, by installing it now. It will heat your water automatically and at very low cost all summer, for bathing, clean clothes and easy housework. Next winter --- luxurious automatic heat with- out lifting a finger, plus hot water.
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"Standard" NEO-ANGLE BATH
ESTABLISHED 1861
CHARLES MILLAR & SON CO.
Distributors St. Johnsbury, Vermont
Sanitone Cleaning Insured Protection Experienced Workmanship
PALMER BROTHERS
Conveniently located agencies throughout Vermont and New Hampshire Quality Cleaning Is In Style Again and Coming Back Stronger Than Ever Use Palmer Bros. Complete Dry Cleaning Service Telephone 1130
ON THE HILL A Drug Store for Almost a HUNDRED YEARS Established in 1845 And the home of nearly 100,000 Prescriptions
BRIGHAM'S Opposite the St. Johnsbury House
The Prevost Shop BEAUTY SALON COSMETICS Yarn and Millinery 87 Railroad Street St. Johnsbury, Vt.
Morrill & Hawkinson INSURANCE
71 Eastern Avenue St. Johnsbury, Vt.
MOBILGAS MOBILOIL LUBRICATION A SPECIALTY NORRIS SOCONY SERVICE STATION 15 Railroad St., St. Johnsbury, Vt. Accessories Washing Tires
Compliments of GREEN MOUNTAIN FRUIT MARKET FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES Cigars, Cigarettes, Tobacco 96 Railroad Street Phone 750
"Cook, Bake and Refrigerate with GAS
The Modern Progressive Way" THE GAS COMPANY
Compliments of GOLDBERG'S AUTO SERVICE Automotive Parts and Equipment Distributors St. Johnsbury, Vermont Burlington, Vermont
BARNEY BROTHERS, INC. 26-28 Railroad Street St. Johnsbury, Vermont Phone 737 HUDSON - TERRAPLANE - WILLYS COVERED WAGON TRAILERS
WHELAN DRUG STORE AGENCY
Largest and Most Up-to-Date Drug Store in Northeastern Vermont
V. S. Abbott, Mgr.
14 Eastern Avenue St. Johnsbury, Vt.
Compliments of
H THE HENAULT PRESS ST. JOHNSBURY, VERMONT.
H
HARVEY'S MUSIC PARLORS R. C. A. Victor Radios Vose Pianos Conn Band Instruments 43 Eastern Avenue St. Johnsbury, Vt.
Compliments of the
DENTISTS
Of St. Johnsbury
A. H. GLEASON & CO. GROCERIES and MEATS R. P. Bailey, Prop. St. Johnsbury, Vermont
MCKENZIE'S CAFE and LUNCH ROOM 37 Eastern Avenue St. Johnsbury, Vermont
While in St. Johnsbury visit the CARY'S FAMOUS MAPLE CABIN 157 Portland Street DELICIOUS LUNCHEONS MAPLE PRODUCTS AND MAPLE GROVE CANDIES
GAUTHIER'S PHARMACY A. E. GAUTHIER Prop. FILLING PRESCRIPTIONS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF OUR BUSINESS
St. Johnsbury's Headquarters for
DRUGS, TOILET GOODS, KODAK SUPPLIES
Authorized Agent for Yardley's Toilet Goods Sheaffer's Lifetime Pens and Pencils Argus Camera KEMP'S NUTS and CANDIES Sanitary Fountain Service -
Registered man in charge at all times
OUR PRICES ARE RIGHT
70 Railroad Street
Interstate STAR St. Johnsbury
The Amusement Centre Of St. Johnsbury
FIRST IN SHOWS
Showing The Pick Of The Pictures -
Established 1813 Incorporated 1897
WM. A. IDE, Pres. & Treas.
RICHARD E. IDE, Vice-President
E. T. & H. K. IDE
Grain - Feed - Flour - Coal ST. JOHNSBURY, VERMONT
Branches at:
Bradford
Passumpsic Fairlee St. Johnsbury Center
Danville No. Danville West Barnet, Vermont
Compliments of TILLOTSON & HARRAN GULF SERVICE STATION 159 Railroad Street St. Johnsbury, Vermont
H. STANWOOD BROOKS ATTORNEY Certified Public Accountant Main Street St. Johnsbury, Vermont
SCOTT'S SUPER CLEANSERS 95 Railroad Street St. Johnsbury, Vermont Phone 160
Compliments of G. C. FRYE St. Johnsbury, Vermont
THATS CLEANED E BLOCKED
LIKE NEW
ST. JOHNSBURY HAT WORKS Experienced Work Guaranteed
A. E. FIELDS AMOCO GAS & OILS MOTOR SPECIALIST AUTO REPAIRING 32 Portland Street St. Johnsbury, Vermont
LITTLE'S SERVICE STATION FRED LITTLE, Prop. Socony Products - Lubrication - Work Guaranteed 94 Portland St., St., Johnsbury, Vt.
LOWREY BROTHERS GROCERIES - MEATS - FRUITS - VEGETABLES Corner Pleasant St. and Concord Ave. Arlington District
VERMONT ORANGE CRUSH BOTTLING AND MAPLE PRODUCTS CORP.
20 Bay Street Phone 220
St. Johnsbury, Vermont
Fixtures
House Wiring LAWRENCE L. GRANT Westinghouse Ranges, Refrigerators Washing Machines and Appliances Telephone 240-W St. Johnsbury, Vt.
ARKLEY - HEALY Manufacturers of WOOD NOVELTIES
Blue Bird Assembly Sets Flat Work a Specialty St. Johnsbury, Vermont
PARKER'S DRUG STORES Incorporated St. Johnsbury, Vermont
Compliments of CONANT & PARKER LAWYERS
Main Street
St. Johnsbury, Vermont
LOG CABIN SERVICE STATION GEO. H. PALMER, Prop. Cor. Main Street and Western Avenue TYDOL PRODUCTS St. Johnsbury, Vermont
CONGRATULATIONS To the City of
ST. JOHNSBURY
AND ITS CITIZENS
On Its
ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY YEARS
OF PROGRESS
Managers and Clerks A. & P. FOOD STORES St. Johnsbury, Vermont
We cordially invite you to visit a most up-to-date Department Store in the North Country
Berry Ball THE STORE ON THE HILL
RELIANCE ELECTRIC CO.
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS
We carry a very complete line of appliances, fixtures and wiring supplies. No job too small or too large. We do work anywhere. Tel. Conn.
48 Eastern Avenue
St. Johnsbury, Vt.
1787-150 Years Ago
· St. Johnsbury Came Into Being
· The U. S. Constitution Was Adopted
TODAY ...
Birthday Greetings To You From A New Neighbor!
One hundred fifty years ago St. Johnsbury made its appearance on the map as a struggl- ing village. Today it is a flourishing com- munity. Fifty-one years ago Sears began as a tiny outpost at Redwood, Minnesota. Today it serves America as the World's Largest Store. As a newcomer to this progressive 150-year old city, we are proud to take our place in a city with such a splendid heritage. Congratulations, St. Johnsbury, on your cen- tury and a half of solid achievement!
SEARS. ROEBUCK AND CO.
W. W. SPRAGUE & SON Insurance Of All Kinds In The Best Of Companies 42 YEARS IN PYTHIAN BUILDING
1787 1937 150 Years of Excellent Progress
WE
CONGRATULATE
ST. JOHNSBURY
and its Outstanding Pioneers.
Compliments of
The entire staff of
The French and Bean Co.
St. Johnsbury, Vt.
WHOLESALE GROCERS For 30 Years
1907
1937
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5
MAY 75
N. MANCHESTER. INDIANA
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