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BURLINGTON.

   HOWARD NATIONAL BANK, Church and College Streets.-The best patronized bank in
Burlington is the Howard National Bank, which occupies the ground floor of its
own ornate and substantial brick block, at the corner of Church and College
Streets. This bank was incorporated in 1870, with a capital of $300,000, and is
officered as follows, viz.: president, F. M. Van Sicklen; vice-president, C. M.
Spaulding; cashier, F. E. Burgess; directors, F. M. Van Sicklen, C. M.
Spaulding, Joel H. Gates, Edward Wells, D. W. Robinson. The banking rooms are
centrally and desirably located, handsomely appointed and provided with improved
safes and vaults, affording ample accommodation for the public, and possessing
every modern convenience for facilitating the business in hand. A general
banking business is transacted, including the receiving of deposits, the
discounting of approved commercial paper, the collection of drafts, and the
dealing in foreign exchange and first-class securities of all kinds. From its
inception this bank has retained the confidence of the public in a marked
degree. Its founders were men who had the rare foresight to recognize the
possibilities of such an institution, and who laid the foundations sufficiently
strong and deep to bear any superstructure that time, experience and wealth
might rear. They built well, and they and their coadjutors are eminently worthy
of maintaining the popularity and prosperity already achieved. Under its present
wise and conservative management, this bank is doing a large and safe business,
all its movements being marked by prudence, caution and honorable business
methods, and it is widely recognized as one of those solid, ably conducted
institutions which reflect credit alike upon its officers and the community in
which its influence is felt. It now has the largest number of depositors of any
bank in the state, and its last statement, made Nov. 5, 1890, shows surplus and
profits amounting to $100,000; individual deposits, $400,000. Its executive
officers are gentlemen with whom it is always a pleasure to do business. Prompt,
obliging and efficient in all their dealings with the public, they are naturally
popular, and in their own personality uphold the credit of the bank, in both
financial, commercial and social life. The president, Mr. Van Sicklen, and the
vice-president, Mr. Spaulding, have been connected with the bank since its
organization, and have been foremost in placing it upon a solid and substantial
basis. Mr. Van Sicklen is a retired merchant, long identified with the
commercial growth and financial prosperity of this city. Mr. Spaulding is a
well-known capitalist, president of the Porter Manufacturing Company and the
Cedar Beach Association. The cashier, Mr. Burgess, is a native of New York
state, and a financier of experience, ability and wide acquaintance; while the
board of directors comprises much of the solid business element of the city.

   HEMAN W. ALLEN & CO., Jobbers and Retailers of Dry Goods, Nos. 81 and 83
Church Street.-As the leading establishment of its kind in Burlington, this
house is worthy of accurate historical reference. It was founded in 1848 by
Messrs. Edward and Elias Lyman. Three years later Mr. Edward Lyman became sole
proprietor, continuing as such until 1868, when Mr. Heman W. Allen, who had been
a clerk in the house for a number of years, and had shown special aptitude for
the business, was admitted to partnership under the firm name of Lyman & Allen.
This firm became a power in the jobbing, as well as retail, dry goods trade,
extending its business throughout Vermont and northern New York, and being
recognized as the leader of the trade in this entire territory. In 1879 they
took possession of their present spacious quarters, comprising two floors, 50 x
75 feet each, admirably situated in the Howard Opera House Block, and elegant in
all their arrangements and appointments. The location is the most central, and
it is easy of access from every part of the city and surrounding country. The
interior is fitted up and furnished in keeping with the correct taste and sound
judgment of the proprietors; no expense has been spared, and all departments are
well lighted, and commodious alike for customers and the adequate display of the
firm's immense stock. The establishment is the busiest in its line in the city,
its counters being thronged with patrons from all classes of the community. Each
department is complete within itself, while the corps of clerks and salesmen,
numbering twenty-two in all, are noted for their courtesy and obliging manners,
combining with a thorough knowledge of their duties a faculty for anticipating '
the wants of customers, la3-ing before them a full variety of textures, patterns
and shades from which to choose. The splendid stock contains everything
desirable in dress goods, including the latest shades in black and colored
silks, satins, velvets and velveteens ottomans, Rhadamaux, cashmeres and prints;
the latest styles in cloaks, suits and wraps; jerseys and jersey waists, coats
and shawls; linens, woolens and worsteds; blankets, flannels and domestics;
hosiery, gloves and underwear; corsets, bustles and dress trimmings; laces,
ribbons and embroideries; notions, fancy goods and small wares in great variety
and profusion. This firm are always first to secure the most desirable novelties
in all fabrics of the loom, in notions and fancy goods. Mr. Frank D. Abernethy,
who had been in the employ of the house since 1879, was admitted as a partner in
1885. Two years later, the honored senior partner, Mr. Lyman, died, after .a
long, honorable and successful business career, and the house has since been
conducted under the present name and style. Mr. Allen, the accomplished head of
the house, is a native Vermonter, in tho active prime of life, served in the
late war, the 13th Vermont Infantry, is a member of the Burlington Board of
Trade, and deservedly popular in social and business life. Mr. Abernethy was
born in Bristol,Vt., is a member of the F. and A. M., and combines to form a
firm of commanding influence, wide popularity and solid worth.

   REED & TAYLOR, Wholesale Dealers in Tobacco, Cigars, Snuff, Pipes, etc., No.
129 and 131 St. Paul Street.-The firm name of Reed & Taylor constitutes the most
valuable trademark known to the cigar and tobacco trade in Vermont, and the vast
demand for the reliable and fragrant goods bearing this brand, has resulted in
the development of one of the largest manufacturing interests of the kind> in
this section, while Burlington is materially benefited as being the centre of
this important trade. Messrs. Reed & Taylor are widely prominent as wholesale
dealers in Tobacco, Cigars, Snuff, Pipes, etc., and occupy spacious and
commodious premises at Nos. 129 and 131 St. Paul Street. The business was
established some twenty-five years ago by Messrs. Murray & Reed, and in 1883 the
present firm succeeded to the control. The firm has made a close study of the
public want, and has in stock by far the most varied and comprehensive
assortment of fine goods, in all styles, sorts and makes to be found in this
city, so as to be prepared to satisfactorily meet the most exacting requirements
of the trade. In a word, this firm make their customers' interests their own,
and dealers feel safe in buying from such an honorable, responsible house,
realizing that they best meet the wants of their own trade, and can in that way
permanently develop a profitable business in their section against all odds. The
cigars manufactured and sold by Messrs. Reed & Taylor are rapidly distancing all
competition wherever introduced, being everywhere popular for their delicacy of
flavor, true fragrance, perfect workmanship and select leaf. The firm have built
up their trade in these goods on the basis of reliability and quality, and are
seeking for themselves the benefits accruing from the production of honest,
well-made goods. We cannot too strongly recommend hotels, restaurants and the
trade generally, to sample the goods of this house, as they give universal
satisfaction, sell quickly, hold customers, and return a good profit to the
retailer. The individual members of this firm are Messrs. J. G. Reed and O. C.
Taylor, the former a native of Vermont, the latter of New York, and both
gentlemen of unflagging energy and enterprise who have secured to Burlington a
highly beneficial branch of wholesale trade, and are worthy of the substantial
success and prosperity they now enjoy.

   BAILEY'S MUSIC ROOMS, H. W. Hall, Manager.-In this age of well-nigh universal
musical education, when in every family of refinement a piano-forte is a
necessity, it is a matter of general interest to secure some reliable advice as
to the best place to patronize for articles in this line. The oldest and best
known house in Vermont engaged in the piano and organ trade is that known as
Bailey's Music Rooms, located at Nos. 149 and 151 Main Street in this city. This
house has been in successful operation since 1871, and its responsibility and
reliability is well established. The affairs of the house are under the expert
management of Mr. H. W. Hall, who employs a dozen or more traveling salesmen
throughout the state. This house has the agency for such celebrated pianos as
the Knabe, Chickering, Ivers & Pond, Estey, Steck, Miller and Sterling; also the
Estey, Carpenter and Chicago Cottage Sterling organs. Sheet music and musical
merchandise in large quantities are also carried in stock, and the house is
recognized as a true type of the possibilities of the modern music trade. There
is nothing produced in either hemisphere in the line of musical goods which
cannot be furnished by this house at short notice and at terms and prices which
challenge competition. Mr. Hall sells every instrument on its merits, and is in
a position to offer the rarest inducements to purchasers as regards both price
and quality. Pianos and organs are rented and sold on easy payments, thus
bringing them within the reach of all classes of the community. Those of our
readers contemplating the purchase of an instrument should call at these rooms
and inspect for themselves, or write to Mr. Hall, and they will find their wants
supplied with no trouble or annoyance on their part and at very little cost.
"Honest goods at honest prices" is the motto of the house, and to this principle
it strictly adheres. Mr. A. L. Bailey, the proprietor, also conducts a similar
establishment at St. Johnsbury. Mr. Hall, the manager in this city, is known in
the musical world as an accomplished exponent of this line of trade. Eleven
years ago Mr. Hall came to this city in the employ of A. L. Bailey of St.
Johnsbury, and with Col. John E. Fox as his only assistant, started in a small
way to introduce the pianos and organs among our citizens then sold by Mr.
Bailey. From this small beginning has been built up through the energy and push
of Mr. Hall, one of the largest houses in New England, and one which now employs
a large number of traveling salesmen, the most of whom reside in Burlington. By
close, attention to business, Mr. Hall has accumulated a considerable amount of
property, his residence on Clark Street being one of the best appointed cottages
in the city. Mr. Hall is a member of Green Mountain Lodge, No. 1, I. O. O. F.
and Green Mountain Encampment, No. 3. of this city, where he passed the various
chairs of the Subordinate Lodge and Encampment, and in 1885 was elected a
representative to the Grand Lodge, of which he received the appointment of Grand
Marshal. This was followed in 1886 by election as Deputy Grand Master, and in
1887 was elected to the chair of Grand Master. At the conclusion of this service
in 1888, he was elected to represent his State in the Sovereign Grand Lodge for
two years. Appreciating the beauty of the Patriarchs Militant branch, he joined
Canton Lafayette, No. 1, and was soon thereafter appointed an Aid-de-camp on the
Staff of the Major General with rank of Lieutenant. Mr. Hall is one of the best
known men of Vermont, is in the prime of a vigorous manhood and is honored and
esteemed by his associates and neighbors.

   J. W. GOODELL, Stone Work, Granite and Marble Monuments, No. 257 Pine
Street.-The leading headquarters in Burlington for granite and marble monuments
is the establishment of Mr. J. W. Goodell, located at No. 257 Pine Street. This
representative house was established in 1875, by Messrs. J. W. Goodell & Co.,
the present proprietor succeeding to the sole control in 1885. He handles both
Barre, Quincy, Westerly and various other granites, all kinds of foreign and
domestic marbles, and brown stone for building purposes, while he makes a
leading specialty of carving, designing and statuary work. Fabrication of
memorial work has become an art requiring originality of conception, technical
training, patient endeavor, intelligent application and the very acme of expert
workmanship to secure an artistic totality of admirable and enduring qualities.
To fully meet these essential requisites the efforts of Mr. Goodell are
unremitting. In memorial designs, ideal and realistic carving, and the selection
of materials, Mr. Goodell stands foremost in the trade. The fullest extent of
artistic possibility has signalized his many productions. Their well-tested
merits, marked appreciation in every cemetery, is their best recommendation, and
his only needed endorsement. The expert choice of raw materials involves
consummate discrimination, absolute technical knowledge, wide observation and
large practical experience. These qualifications Mr. Goodell amply possesses,
and the trade recognizes his judgment as unerring. Bargains are offered to suit
all tastes and means, and when desired can be completed and erected in a
reasonably short time. From fifty to one hundred skilled hands are constantly
employed, and the plant is splendidly fitted up with new and improved machinery
and ample steam power. All work proves as represented, is guaranteed in every
respect, and every statement, expressed or implied, in letter and spirit is
substantiated. The trade is local, suburban and country wide, its radius ever
enlarging, and the work in large demand wherever once introduced. The business
transacted amounts to a very large sum per annum, while an energetic application
of his resources to excel in his various productions, and to keep pace with the
growing demands and refinements of the times, year in and year out, is the
earnest endeavor of the talented proprietor. Mr. Goodell is a native Vermonter,
and has long been prominent in the business circles of Burlington; is now
serving as water commissioner of the city, is a member of the F. and A. M. and
the I. O. O. F., and is universally honored and esteemed.

   T. S. PECK, General Insurance Agent, Peck's Block, No. 166 College
Street.-The best channel through which to effect fire insurance in Burlington,
is the agency conducted by Gen. T. S. Peck, who is unquestionably the leading
general insurance agent in Vermont, and now, after being in business for
twenty-three years, General Peck is still lengthening and strengthening his
stakes, enlarging his already widespread business connection. He now represents
the following well-known and reliable companies, viz: the Norwich Union, the
Royal, the London and Lancashire, the Commercial Union and the Sun, of England;
the German American, the Niagara, the Westchester and the Phenix, of New York;
the Fire Association, the Pennsylvania and the American, of Philadelphia: the
Connecticut, of Hartford; the First National, of Worcester; the Anglo-Nevada, of
San Francisco; and the New Hampshire and the People's of Manchester, N. H.;
also, the Traveler's Life and Accident, of Hartford; the National Life, of
Montpelier, Vt.; the Vermont Life, of Burlington; the Hartford Steam Boiler
Inspection and Insurance Company of Hartford; and the American Steam Boiler
Insurance Company of New York. With their millions of capital and surplus, these
companies offer absolute security to the assured. General Peck is placing risks
with these companies at remarkably low rates; his policies are clearly worded,
explicit, and devoid of technicalities, and all losses are promptly paid on
adjustment. He controls the insuring of important lines of business, residential
and manufacturing property; stocks of merchandise, household effects, etc., and
is steadily extending his circle of customers in this city and throughout the
state. He is a recognized authority upon all matters relating to both fire and
life insurance, and an unrivalled knowledge of the principal risks offering in
city and country, rendering him especially safe and competent as the agent for
conservative companies such as those he now represents. He offers special
facilities for placing insurance for other agents; gives prompt attention to all
orders by mail or telegraph, and due notice of expiration of policies.
Responsible parties not representing companies and in position to introduce
business, will find it for their interest to write to this office. General
Theodore S. Peck was born in Burlington, March 22, 1843; was educated at the
public schools, and early in life engaged in a general insurance agency. He
enlisted in 1861 as a private in Company F, First Vermont Cavalry, was promoted
to regimental quarter-master sergeant of the Ninth Vermont Infantry in July,
1862; to second lieutenant of Company C in January, 1863; first lieutenant
Company H in June, 1864; and captain and assistant quartermaster United States
Volunteers, March 11, 1865. He was colonel and aid-de-camp on the staff of
Governor Stewart in 1870; served as commander of the Grand Army of the Republic,
Department of Vermont, and as colonel of the First Regiment National Guard of
Vermont for several years; and was appointed adjutant and inspector-general of
the state in 1881 to fill a vacancy, and has been elected to that responsible
position by every succeeding legislature since that time, fulfilling his duties
with ability, sound judgment and great acceptance.

   A. N. JOHNS, Gloves and Furnishing Goods, No. 108 Church Street.-Prominent
among the representative and reliable houses engaged in the field of mercantile
activity in this city is that of Mr. A. N. Johns, located at No. 108 Church
Street, and known and honored as the Burlington Glove and Furnishing Goods
Store. It is headquarters for gloves and furnishing goods of every description
for both ladies, gents, misses and children. It was established over twenty-five
years ago, by Mr. W. H. Whitten, as a glove manufactory, and, after some
changes, the present proprietor succeeded to the control in 1885. The store is
greatly admired as an attractive feature of this busy thoroughfare, and is
liberally patronized by all classes of the community. It is thoroughly
metropolitan in all its arrangements and appointments, and is stocked to
repletion at all times with new, choice and desirable goods. The proprietor
possesses the most perfect facilities for obtaining supplies in vast quantities
and at advantageous rates, making his purchases direct from the most famous
manufacturers, jobbers and importers, and securing the latest styles and
freshest novelties as soon as they are ready for the trade. Customers are thus
assured of securing the most fashionable designs and patterns in this line, as
they make their appearance on the counters of this popular house quite as soon
as they are offered for sale in Boston or New York. Responding to the close
competition peculiar to this line of trade, Mr. Johns places his prices at the
lowest point of moderation, even lower than can be secured in the larger cities,
and gives his patrons every advantage that can be afforded or that is known to
the trade. He displays the largest stock in Vermont of gloves, hosiery,
underwear, corsets, handkerchiefs, parasols, fans, ribbons, collars and cuffs,
ruchings, ties, etc.; also a fine assortment of ladies' and gents' driving
gloves, ladies' and children's hosiery, merino, wool and cashmere stockings. The
patronage is large and active at all seasons, and the wants of the public are
ministered to with the utmost dispatch, with conscientious care and with eminent
satisfactions. Mr. Johns is a native of Bristol, Vt., an expert and talented
merchant, with a keen appreciation of the public want, a member of the
Burlington Board of Trade, and a reliable, responsible and popular business man.

   H. M. PHELPS & CO., Wholesale Granite Dealers, Barre Granite, Office, No. 190
Bank Street.-In this brief sketch of the house of Messrs. H. M. Phelps & Co.,
wholesale granite dealers, at No. 190 Bank Street, we introduce to our readers a
firm of monumentalists of wide celebrity, ranking first in quality and second to
none in the volume of production. They established their business here in 1863,
and their trade is local, suburban and country-wide, its radius ever enlarging,
its work popular wherever introduced and the demand for the same increasing with
each succeeding year. Fabrication of memorial work has become an art requiring
originality of conception, technical training, patient and intelligent
application, and the very acme of expert workmanship, to secure an artistic
totality of admirable and enduring qualities. To fully meet these essential
requisites the efforts of this firm are unremitting. Their extensive warerooms
are replete with a varied and immense assortment of designs, suited to the
tastes and means of all, and bargains are here offered which cannot be
duplicated elsewhere. All work proves as represented, is guaranteed in every
respect, and every statement, expressed or implied, in letter and spirit is
substantiated. In both memorial designs, ideal and realistic carving and the
selection of materials, this firm stands pre-eminent in the trade. The fullest
extent of artistic possibility has signalized their many productions. Their
well-tested merits, marked appreciation in cemeteries throughout all parts of
the country, is their best recommendation, their only needed indorsement. In the
selection of raw materials this firm possess every qualification, and the trade
recognizes their judgment as unerring. They make a specialty of Barre granite,
and furnish only the hardest stone, free from iron, remarkable for its silky
texture, and susceptible of the highest polish. This granite is supplied, either
finished or in the rough, in quantities to suit at the shortest possible notice,
and at terms and prices which defy successful competition. The works are amply
supplied with the latest improved machinery for sawing and polishing, operated
by steam-power, and steady employment is given to twenty-five skilled hands. Mr.
Phelps, the active member of the firm, is an accomplished designer and workman,
who can embody and produce his own conceptions by his own skilled handicraft,
and who has won success in his art by honestly deserving it.

   CHAS. R. NASH, Stoves, Ranges, Hot Air Furnaces, No. 180 Main
Street.-Commercial enterprises of modern times embrace many features of
practical utility, but none which deserve higher consideration than those which
relate to the home-its comforts and conveniences. Among such enterprises in
Burlington may be mentioned that conducted so successfully by Mr. Chas. R. Nash,
at No. 180 Main Street. This house has an old and intimate connection with the
business history of this city, having been founded over forty years ago by
Messrs. J. and J. Wainwright, the present proprietor, after several changes,
succeeding to the control in 1872. Mr. Nash deals extensively in stoves, ranges,
hot-air furnaces, and house furnishing goods; drain pipe, etc., and makes a
leading specialty of plumbing, steam heating and furnace work. He occupies large
and commodious salesrooms, with a spacious and well equipped workshop in
connection, and gives steady employment to a competent force of skilled hands.
Having an intimate knowledge of the wants and requirements of the public in this
direction of trade, Mr. Nash carries in stock a full line of the best makes of
stoves, ranges and furnaces, embodying all the latest and most improved styles
for both heating and cooking, all of which are received direct from
manufacturers, and commend their own superior merits to the confidence and
patronage of critical and discriminating purchasers. In plumbing, steam heating
and furnace work, this house occupies an unquestioned position at the head of
the trade, from which it is abundantly able to make good their claim for
accomplishing the best and most thorough work to be found in any locality, while
every modern facility is at hand for guaranteeing the prompt and perfect
fulfillment of all orders. The prices which prevail in all departments of the
business are such as preclude successful competition, and the patronage is large
and influential in this city and from all parts of the surrounding country. Mr.
Nash is a native of Shelburne, Vt., a member of the F. and A. M., the I. O. O.
F. and the Burlington Board of Trade, and a reliable, straightforward business
man, worthy of every trust and confidence.

   BURLINGTON BUSINESS COLLEGE AND SHORTHAND SCHOOL, No. 94 Church Street.
Warner Block.-The leader in this branch of education in Vermont is the
Burlington Business College, which is now in the twelfth year of an honored and
useful existence. The Burlington Business College and Short-Hand School is under
the proprietorship and management of Prof. E. G. Evans, an instructor of large
experience and an expert and practical accountant. The College is eligibly
located at No. 94 Church Street, Warner Block, and is admirably adapted for its
purpose, the rooms being heated with steam, well lighted on three sides, and the
main hall has a seating capacity of fully one hundred. The atmosphere shed by
this College is an atmosphere of energy and purpose. It is devoted to fitting
young men and women for actual business of all kinds. It is itselt, in fact, an
epitome of all the typical varieties of business done in the world. The business
of the merchant, the banker, the importer and jobber, the real estate agent and
insurance company, the broker and commission man, as well as telegraphy,
penmanship, shorthand and the whole order of activities, are here taught by a
carefully devised system of object lessons devoted to each. In banking, for
instance, accurate accounts are kept, the transactions are precisely such as
occur in the world's business, and the book-keeping and balances are as
carefully looked after as if millions depended upon this scrupulous attention.
We can hardly conceive of any work which a young man or woman may be called upon
to do in the world, aside from the three professions of law, theology and
medicine,-any one of which, however, would be well supplemented by a Burlington
Business College course, -that is not absolutely provided for by this
institution. The business course includes book-keeping, business law, business
practice, grammar, business arithmetic, business penmanship, business
correspondence and spelling. The phonographic course embraces shorthand,
correspondence, practical grammar, typewriting, penmanship and spelling. The
English course includes arithmetic, reading, letter-writing, penmanship, grammar
and geography. The total expense for tuition, books, board and washing does not
exceed $85. This is from $30 to $75 less than the cost of attending any other
similar institution. The principal has ever given a hearty support to those
measures best calculated to advance and perfect the facilities afforded to the
young men and women of America to secure a thorough business education, and his
success has been well merited.

   PEASE & MANSON, The One Price Cash Clothiers, Men's, Youths', Boys' and
Children's Fine Clothing, Furnishing Goods, Hats and Gloves, No. 100 College
Street.-The popular and well-known firm of Pease & Manson is already accepted as
a leader in its special line of mercantile activity. The enterprise was
inaugurated in 1884 by Messrs. Pope & Pease, the present firm being formed in
1890. * The premises occupied comprise two floors, one 20 x 115 feet, fitted up
with tasteful appointments throughout, while every convenience and accommodation
has been provided for the reception of customers and the handling of stock. The
counters and shelves are burdened with a very extensive assortment of superior,
ready-made clothing for men, youths', boys', all in the latest fashion, and
illustrating the current demand. These goods are made from the best materials
and in the best workmanship, and are stylish in cut, fit and appearance, while
in the matter of price this house cannot be excelled by any other establishment
in the city. The second floor, 20 x 60 feet, is nicely arranged for the
exclusive sale of children's clothing, where in addition to the regular styles
of children's suits and overcoats are shown many novelties in children's
clothing not usually found outside the larger cities. They carry at all times a
full and complete line of all goods embraced in men's furnishings, and have
established the fair and honorable and confidence-producing system of marking
all goods in plain figures, selling at one price and for cash only. They also
keep an extensive and very fine stock of hats, caps and gloves of the best
grades, prices of which are always the lowest, quality considered. The
individual members of the firm are Messrs. Fred S. Pease and David Manson, the
former a native of Vermont and the latter of Scotland. These gentlemen, during
their comparatively brief career in this city as business men have established a
large and influential trade, and have gained for themselves enviable reputations
for honorable dealing and enterprise. They are both young, energetic and
enterprising, and this new and already popular store is quite an addition to the
mercantile interests of Burlington.

   LEO & McLAREN, Boston Store, Nos. 56 and 58 Church Street.-This
representative house was originally established in 1887, when they bought the
stock of M. D. Cook, and so largely has their business developed, that the large
double store now occupied is needed for the accommodation of the immense stock
carried. The business premises comprise two floors, 50 by 100 feet each, fitted
up in a very attractive and convenient manner, with the Lamson cash carrier
system, electric lights and modern appointments, and forming one of the
interesting features of this popular shopping district. Their house has become
to be recognized as a popular source of supply for both dry and fancy goods,
carpets and upholstery, cloaks, notions and small wares. Each line is kept fresh
and choice, embracing the latest novelties, and illustrating in a striking
manner the bewildering changes in fashion and style. The business is
systematically divided into distinct departments, each being under the direction
of a competent head, while the exigencies of the trade require the constant
employment of thirty-five clerks and salesmen. Here are shown the latest shades
and patterns in black and colored silks, satins, velvets and velveteens,
ottomans, Rhadamaux, cashmeres, and prints; cloaks, suits and shawls; woolens,
linens and cottons; blankets, flannels and housekeeping goods; hosiery, gloves
and underwear; corsets, bustles and dress trimmings; laces, ribbons and
embroideries; and notions, fancy goods and small wares in great variety and
profusion. This firm have now on sale the largest and choicest stock of cloaks
and winter garments ever exhibited in this part of the country. This department
is a striking instance of the willingness of the public to co-operate with the
merchants -whose endeavors are directed toward supplying their patrons with the
best and latest in the market, and at the very lowest prices consistent with the
ideas of modern merchandizing. The stock this season is far above the average,
both for style, variety and cheapness, and includes the choicest productions of
the great manufacturers, designers and fashion leaders of London, Paris and New
York. The styles are facsimilies of Worth's and Redfern's master efforts, and
the assortment include cloaks, capes and jackets; ladies' cloth jackets and
reefers, plush and Astrachan capes; plush cloaks and jackets, and ladies and
children's garments of every description. The carpet department is brilliant
with color and new oatterns in Wiltons, Moqnettes, Axminsters, Brussels,
tapestry, ingrain and other carpetings; while the house is patronized in every
branch by the elite of the city, and is one of the busiest emporiums of trade in
town, especially favored during the holidays. The co-partners, Messrs. M. J. Leo
and P. F. McLaren, are merchants of rare energy and business tact, and belong to
that class of energetic, public-spirited business men, who build up great
enterprises in every avenue of commerce and trade.

   SPAULDING, KIMBALL & CO., Wholesale Grocers, Stone Stores, South Wharf.-The
leading, best known wholesale grocery house in Vermont is that of Messrs.
Spaulding, Kimball & Co., located in the stone stores, on the South Wharf in
this city. This representative house was established in 1855 by Messrs. Van
Sicklen & Walker, who were succeeded in their order by Van Sicklen, Walker &
Co., Van Sicklen, Seymour & Co., and Van Sicklen & Spaulding, until 1887, when
the present firm was organized. Their stone stores, where their large wholesale
trade is carried on, are supplemented by four storehouses, giving every modern
convenience and facility for the rapid handling and perfect preservation of the
choice and valuable stock. Here is a veritable emporium of the choicest food
products from every quarter of the globe and provisions and groceries of every
description; fine teas, pure molasses, flour, salt, pork, lard, fish, cordage,
cement, lime, oils, nails, glass, seeds, calcined plaster, marble dust, etc.,
etc. The stock is notable for its extent, care in selection, celebrity of
brands, and remarkably low scale of prices. In fact nowhere in the state can it
be duplicated at the prices quoted. The firm are doing an enlarging trade
throughout northern Vermont and northern New York, and are building solidly on
the foundation of knowing what the trade wants, knowing where to secure the best
and finest goods at lowest rates, and pursuing an honorable live policy, giving
their patrons a chance to make money, and offering thein greater inducements and
a wider range to select from than any house in this section of the country.
Quality is ever the first consideration with this firm, and theirs is a model
grocery house in its management, its goods and its tariff of prices. The
exigencies of the business call for the employment of seventeen assistants,
including a corps of talented salesmen on the road, and all orders receive
prompt and careful fulfilment. The individual members of this responsible firm
are Messrs. A. C. Spaulding, E. B. Kimball and P. J. Enright. All are
experienced and practical, able and honorable, as merchants and business men,
and are gentlemen with whom it is always pleasant and profitable to deal.

   R. G. PAGE, Sewing Machines and Supplies, No. 34 Church Street.-A leading
headquarters for sewing machines and supplies in Burlington is the establishment
of Mr. R. G. Page, located at No. 34 Church Street, opposite Hotel Chittenden,
This gentleman has had a practical experience of some fifteen years in the
sewing machine business, and has been established here since 1888. He deals in
sewing machines and supplies, pocket knives, scissors and shears, hand sewing
needles, tracing wheels, tape measures, etc; while making a leading speciality
of the sale of the White Sewing Machine. The great victory of the White at the
Exposition Universelle at Paris, together with the triumph at the Centennial
Exposition at Cincinnatti, presents an opportunity rarely experienced in
business life. The united opinions of the experts of Europe and of America in
placing the White above and beyond all sewing machines for family use, is a
matter of importance; it is unanswerable in competition, influential beyond
measure, convincing beyond doubt; the best sells the easiest. The victory of the
White in capturing the highest honors, the silver medal at the Great Centennial
Exhibit at Cincinnati in 1888, was a crushing blow to its competitors, and now
in competition with the best known productions of the earth, the experts of
Europe echo the opinion of their brother craftsmen in America in pronouncing the
White the best family sewing machine in the world. We have undeniable evidence
of its superiority, and unanswerable arguments in competition. They can be
inspected at Mr. Page's warerooms, while anyone wishing sewing machine
'embroidery, ruffling, tucking, hemming or plain stitching by the yard, will
have it done promptly and in a first-class manner at his office. He also repairs
sewing machines at the most reasonable prices, and has sewing machines to rent
on easy terms. Mr. Page is a native Vermonter, an expert in his line of trade,
and a reliable, enterprising and successful business man, eminently worthy of
every trust and confidence.

   BERRY, HALL, & CO., Manufacturers and Jobbers in Teas, Coffees, Spices,
Tobaccos, Cigars, etc. Vermont Mills, Nos. 115 and 117 College Street.-Of all
the various articles comprehended in the food supply trade, there are none
harder to procure in pure, fresh quality than teas, coffees, spices, tobaccos,
and cigars, and too much care cannot be exercised by dealers and consumers in
selecting a reliable source from which to procure such goods. A well-known,
prosperous and ably conducted house, that for almost a quarter of a century has
maintained a deservedly high reputation for its Al productions in this line and
liberal business methods is that of Messrs. Berry, Hall & Co., proprietors of
the Vermont Mills, manufacturers and jobbers. This reliable house was founded
originally in 1866. by Messrs. Gregory & Meade, who conducted it with unvarying
success for some years and were succeeded by Messrs. Miner & Pope, and in 18S8,
the present firm, comprised of Mr. M. C. Berry, a native of this state, and Mr.
W. E. Hall, a New York man by birth, became the proprietors, and under their
enterprising direction the trade has increased to its present volume and
importance, requiring the services of several employees, also of a salesman on
the road constantly. The premises utilized are of ample dimensions, well
arranged for manufacturing and business purposes. The mill is fully equipped
with all the latest improved grinding machines and coffee roasters, and the
utmost care is exercised in the preparation of all articles produced, while none
but the very choicest and purest of raw materials enter the list of their
manufactured articles, which includes fragrant Mocha, Java, Laguayra, Maracaibo,
and other coffees, mustards, white, black and Cayenne peppers, nutmegs,
allspice, cloves, cinnamon, licorice, ginger, etc. Their assortment of teas
comprises new crop Oolong, English breakfast, young Hyson, Pekoe, gunpowder,
Souchong, Japan, imperial, and other varieties; while their stock of smoking and
chewing tobaccos and cigars embraces the most popular foreign and domestic
brands, received direct from the best sources of production, while dealers
purchasing here can always rely upon pure uniform quality and prices that are
not duplicated very easily elsewhere. Every facility is possessed for the prompt
transaction of business, orders are filled as satisfactorily as if directed in
person, and shipments are made by most expeditious and direct routes. Messrs.
Berry, Hall, & Co., are well and favorably known in commercial circles as men of
sterling integrity and the most commendable traits of personal character.

   BRODIE & PARKER, Manufacturers and Jobbers of Boots, Shoes and Rubbers,
Salesroom, Nos. 103 and 110 Church Street; Factory, Nos. 30 and 32 Battery
Street.-Perfection seems to be approaching in every article of manufacture; but
nowhere is this more clearly seen than in the advancement which has been made
within the past few years in the production of boots and shoes. It is almost
marvelous to contemplate the magnitude which this branch of industry has
attained in this country, when compared to the limits to which it was
circumscribed fifty years ago. The great progress in the invention and
perfection of labor-saving machinery has had much to do with this increase. A
notable house engaged in this industry in Burlington is that of Messrs. Brodie &
Parker, whose salesrooms are located at Nos. 108 and 110 Church Street, and
whose factory is at Nos. 30 and 33 Battery Street. The business was established
in 1887 by the present proprietors. Mr. Brodie started in the shoe business in
1862, following the business ever since, locating in Burlington in 1873. They
have achieved a high position in the trade throughout the country by reason of
their intelligent and well-directed enterprise and the superiority of their
productions and goods handled. The premises occupied for manufacturing purposes
are thoroughly equipped with all the latest improved appliances and machinery,
hand work being done 'exclusively, and steady employment is given to a competent
force of skilled operatives. Three traveling salesmen are employed and about
10,000 pairs of boots and shoes are manufactured per year.' These are line goods
exclusively made from the best materials and warranted to be, first class in.
workmanship and finish. The goods bearing the trademark of this house are
everywhere recognized as unsurpassed for quality, easy fit and thorough
durability by any in the market; and are meeting with great favor with dealers
on account of their salability and merits. These goods consist of men's calf,
kip and oil grain boots and shoes, and boys' and youths' boots. It is also only
simple justice to say that this firm, with its splendid facilities and numerous
advantages, rivals any of its contemporaries in -the inducements offered to
buyers, as regards liberality of terms and prices as well as in the quality of
goods manufactured. The members of the Ann, Messrs. D. A. Brodie and A. H.
Parker, are natives of Vermont and members of the F. A. M. They are thoroughly
enterprising, reliable business men with whom it is pleasant and profitable to
deal.

   W. B. CRAVEN, Hotel Champlain, No. 140 Church Street.- The city of Burlington
has long been recognized as a centre where ample capital, thorough experience
and distinguished enterprise have combined to make its cafes and restaurants
superior to any in the state. As a contributor to the reputation of the city in
this regard, and as a model establishment of its kind, the Hotel Champlain,
conducted under the enterprising proprietorship of Mr. W. 18. Craven, at No. 140
Church Street, stands pre-eminent. This popular house was opened in 1884, and
the proprietor brought to bear upon its management the widest range of practical
experience, and a keen appreciation of the public want. He occupies two floors.
33 xfl5 feet each, the arrangemets and appointments of which are of the best
possible character, reflecting the utmost credit upon the enterprise and good
taste of the proprietor, and perfectly insuring the comfort and convenience of
his patrons. Meals are served at all hours, including oysters in every style,
and order cooking is a specialty. The table supplies are procured from the most
varied sources, all the important markets of the country paying tribute to its
enterprise. The choicest delicacies of the season are served in liberal
abundance, while the perfect manner in which the viands are cooked make a meal
at the Hotel Champlain a most agreeable experience. While there may be larger
cafes in the state, there are none possessing such well-founded claims upon the
public favor, or enjoying a more deserved popularity. The prices which prevail
are eminently fair and reasonable, and the patronage is of a character
thoroughly complimentary to the proprietor, whose energy, enterprise and
discrimination have made his establishment a prime favorite with all classes.
Mr. Craven is a native of England, an expert and accomplished caterer, a member
of the I.O.O.F. and the K. of P., and thoroughly popular with his host of patrons.

   B. TURK & BRO., Fine Clothing, Furnishing Goods, Hats and Trunks, Nos.
156-158 College Street.-This representative house was founded in 1853, by Sloman
Turk, who was succeeded by the present firm in 1855. The main salesroom is a
model of elegance and good taste, measuring 40x115 feet, with a basement of the
same size, and is devoted to their retail clothing trade. Here is displayed a
truly grand stock of choice garments. This firm pay special attention to the cut
and style of their ready made goods. When it comes to materials, they have a
variety of patterns and qualities that will satisfy the most exacting and
fastidious buyer. They show a vast assortment of ready made clothing,
particularly in the finer grades. All novelties are represented here, such as
cape overcoats, cutaway Prince Alberts, one button cutaway sack suits, all the
new things in children's suits and overcoats, storm overcoats and ulsters,
fur-trimmed overcoats, pea jackets, and extra sizes of garments for tall and
stout men. They defy competition as to quality, and challenge comparison as to
price. The fame of their custom tailoring department has been justly earned by
the superior garments here made to measure. It enjoys the patronage of the
stylish, careful and economical dressers of Burlington and vicinity, men who
insist on the highest excellence of quality, the most fashionable cut and
design, a faultless workmanship, and a perfect fit. As to their stock of piece
goods, it includes the most extensive selections of English, French, German and
American woolens of the very best manufacture ever shown here, as well as the
latest novelties in suitings, overcoatings and trouserings. These goods were
largely selected abroad, and are the products of the finest looms of the world.
This firm make garments to measure promptly, perfectly and systematically.
Messrs. Turk & Bro. also handle Youman's hats, and other celebrated makes of
derby, soft and silk hats; all the freshest novelties in neckwear, scarfs,
cravats and ties; the best assortment of underwear, including the Dr. Jaeger
sanitary woolens, the best in the world; besides hosiery, gloves, handkerchiefs,
suspenders, collars, cuffs, trunks and bags. Mr. Bennett Turk, the head of the
house, is a native of Prussia, and one of the most experienced, successful and
popular merchants of the Queen City, a member of the F. and A.M. and the Board
of Trade, and a gentleman of the highest repute.

   B. L. KENT, Confectioner, No. 101 Church Street.-The difficulty of obtaining
candy devoid of adulteration and deleterious substances at the present day is so
great that the advantages derived by dealing with a house whose reputation for
dealing in only pure and honest goods is apparent to every intelligent person. A
well-known, representative and prosperous house engaged in this business in
Burlington, and meriting more than passing notice in these pages in consequence
of its straightforward business methods, is that of Kent, the confectioner,
located very centrally at No. 101 Church Street. Mr. B. L. Kent is a Canadian by
birth and has been a resident here for a number of years, and having a wide
range of practical experience in all branches of this trade, he formed a
co-partnership with a Mr. Sails, under the firm name of Sails & Kent, and
together they founded this establishment in 1882, and at once developed a very
large and substantial trade. In 1886 Mr. Sails retired, since which time the
business has continued to prosper and increase under the sole management and
direction of Mr. Kent. The premises utilized comprise two spacious and
commodious floors, admirably arranged for business and manufacturing purposes.
The factory is fully equipped with all the necessary tools and appliances, and
employment is furnished a full force of skilled and experienced hands. The store
is very neatly and tastefully arranged, and is fully stocked with a Tine
assortment of the products of the factory, and the very choicest of toothsome
articles from the most celebrated makers known to the trade. The stock embraces
the finest line of chocolates, bon-bons, and all grades of the finest goods
usually kept in a first-class confectionery store. These goods are noted for
their purity and excellence, while the very lowest prices prevail, and the
entire establishment denotes order, system, neatness and cleanliness, and
customers are certain to receive courteous service by polite assistants. Mr.
Kent is a pleasant, affable and refined gentleman, energetic, prompt and
reliable in all his dealings, and is also an active and consistent member of the
Odd Fellows' and Masonic fraternities.

   HENRY M. WIGHT, Second-Hand Furniture, Stoves, etc., also Tinware, Guns and
Ammunition, No. 207 College Street.-Mr. Henry M. Wight, dealer in second-hand
furniture, stoves, etc., also tinware, guns, ammunition, etc., has always
maintained a very enviable reputation for handling first-class wares. Mr. Wight
is a Massachusetts man by birth and has been a resident of this city for many
years. He inaugurated this establishment on his own account in 1880, and
immediately developed a very large and substantial trade. The premises occupied
are of ample dimensions, commodious, and comprise three floors, which are finely
fitted up and arranged with special reference to the different departments of
the business. In his warerooms will always be found a full and general
assortment of all kinds of parlor, library, dining and bed room suits, in all
the leading and most fashionable designs; also a great variety of other
furniture, such as sofas, chairs, bedsteads, carpets, lounges, couches, rocking
and easy chairs, rugs, oil cloths, and everything in the line of kitchen
furniture, bedding, besides a fine assortment of the most improved patterns In
parlor and cooking stoves, oil and gas stoves, tin, copper and sheet-iron ware,
also cooking utensils and laundry accessories of all kinds. A specialty is made
of sportmen's goods, of which he carries a fine assortment at all times, and
embraces fine repeating rifles, muzzle and breech-loading fowling pieces, with
and without hammers, revolvers, pistols, hunting and pocket cutlery, ammunition
of every description, besides a full line of fishing tackle of every
description. Persons desiring to discontinue housekeeping and anxious to avoid
the annoyance incident to auction sales of furniture, etc., can have a valuation
made on their goods and full value in cash paid at once by notifying him, who
will give the matter his personal attention. Mr. Wight served during the late
Civil War for nine months in the Twelfth Vermont Volunteer Infantry, and is an
active and highly respected comrade in G, A. R. department of Vermont.

   J. R. BOOTH, Manufacturer and Wholesale Dealer in Lumber, Doors, Sash,
Blinds, Mouldings, House Finish, etc. U. A. Woodbury, Manager.-The income from
the various sources of trades in this country shows that one of the most
extensive enterprises to be met with is the lumber business. Mr. J. R. Booth is
a manufacturer of, and wholesale dealer in lumber, doors, sash, blinds,
mouldings, house finish, etc., making a specialty of fitting material for
house-building, which is produced at his Burlington Mills. Mr. Booth is the sole
owner of 4,000 square miles of timber land, this being one of the largest
individual holdings known, while his mills at Ottawa, Canada, are not exceeded
by any upon this continent. His employment list in Burlington Works numbers 160
men, and in Ottawa exceeds five times this number. Mr. Booth established his
business in 1875, and in addition to his Burlington office, he has branches at
No. 80 Wall Street, New York, and No. 71 Kilby Street, Boston. His functions
cover the shipping of lumber to all parts of New York and New England. Mr. Booth
is one of the leading business men of New England, and is strictly conservative
in all of his dealings and a man of integrity. His manager in Burlington, is Mr.
U. A. Woodbury, a gentleman well known in commercial circles as an able man of
business. Mr. S. D. Pierce is the agent in charge of the New York office, Mr. C.
H. Spencer fillling the same capacity in Boston. They are both men well fitted
for their positions.

   CHESTER HILDRETH, Dealer in Watches, Jewelry and Silverware, Etc.; Watches
and Jewelry Carefully Repaired, No. 99 Church Street.-Mr. Chester Hildreth is a
well-known dealer in watches, jewelry and silverware, and there is no more
generally recognized authority and expert on everything comprised in a stock of
this kind than he. The business was founded in 1844 by Messrs. Brinsmaid and
Hildreth, the present proprietor succeeding to the sole control in 1890. The
establishment attracts marked attention by reason of the excellent taste and
sound judgment displayed in the selection of stock and in the general
furnishings and decorations. In watches, this house has long taken the lead in
the finest movements, including imported chronometers, stop and split seconds,
and the best of Swiss and American makes, in every variety of plain and fancy
gold cases; also sterling silver watches at such a wide range of prices that
every one can be suited. In jewelry, the magnificent stock compares favorably
with any in the city, and is notable for the richness and originality of styles,
for elaborate workmanship, and for low prices. Here are whole sets, half sets
and single pieces in bewildering variety, and from which the most fastidious can
be suited. Mr. Hildreth numbers among his customers the leading families of
Burlington and vicinity, and is a reliable, progressive, business man, always
the first with new styles, novelties, oddities, and ever pre-eminent for giving
full value, handling the richest solid gold jewelry and gems, and giving prompt
and skillful attention to the repairing of watches and jewelry. He is also agent
for the Aurora watch, the best watch made for the money. Mr. Hildreth is a
native of Vermont, and one of Burlington's most useful and substantial citizens.

   R. W. HULBURD, Stand and Hanging Lamps of all Kinds, Decorated Tea and Dinner
Sets,-etc. Tea and Coffee. No. 104 Church Street.-This business was originally
founded in 1884, by Mr. Spencer, who was succeeded by the present proprietor in
1886. The premises comprise one floor, 18 x 50 feet in dimensions, well-fitted
with a choice stock. In teas, coffees, baking powder and spices, no house is
better prepared to quote bed-rock rates for choice goods. He always carries a
large assortment of fresh crop Oolongs, Japans, gunpowder, imperial, young
hyson, English breakfast, and other standard teas that are renowned for flavor
and quality, and are justly popular, with the trade and public. A specialty is
also made of fresh-roasted coffees. The extra Java, Mocha, and extra Rio are
absolutely unrivaled for purity, quality, flavor, and excellence. The same high
standard characterizes his spices. He has special agents in nearly all the
principal business centers of the state, for the sale of his teas and coffees.
From these agents these goods can be obtained at same prices as at his own store
in Burlington. He is the only agent in this city for the sale of the Lux-Dux
Lamps, which are so popular, being noted for giving the whitest, steadiest light
of of any lamp in the market. He also keeps a large stock of stand and hanging
lamps of all kinds, also decorated tea and dinner sets. He has in stock also a
full line of fancy glass and china ware. These are particularly beautiful and
would repay any one for examining them even if he did not care to purchase. Mr.
Hulburd, the proprietor, is a native of New York, is a member of the I. H. and
N. E. O. P., and is recognized as one of Burlington's enterprising and respected
business men.

   O. J. WALKER & BROS., Wholesale Grocers, Etc., Peck's Block.-This firm are
widely prominent as wholesale grocers and as extensive dealers in flour, salt,
nails, cement, lime, calcined plaster, oils, glass, seeds, pork, fish and
provisions of all kinds. The business was founded in 1851 by Messrs. Blackmar &
Walker, the present firm being organized in 1878. The premises occupied for
trade and storage purposes are sufficiently spacious to accommodate the immense
stock that is constantly carried. Specialties are made of flue teas, coffees and
spices, the supply kept on hand being very heavy and distinguished for its
absolute purity and thorough superiority. A large stock of tobacco and cigars is
also handled, embracing all the standard and most popular brands. The line of
cut nails and spikes is the largest in the city: Every department of the
business is under good control and ably and intelligently directed. No more
desirable institution could be found with which to deal, and its responsibility
is equalled only by the promptness and satisfaction with which all orders are
filled. A corps of five traveling salesmen represent the interests of the house
upon the road, and the trade is large and influential throughout Vermont, New
Hampshire and northern New York. The members of the firm, Messrs. O. J., W. W.,
Hiram and Sol Walker, were born in Ferrisburgh, Vt., and are accounted
representative business men of the city, who give aid and countenance to all
legitimate local enterprises. Messrs. O. J., Sol and W. W. Walker are members of
the Burlington Board of Trade, Mr. O. J. Walker being one of its vice
presidents. Mr. W. W. Walker served as a member of the Twelfth Vermont Infantry
in the late war, and is a member of the G. A. R. Messrs. O. J. and Sol Walker
are members of the F. and A. M., and all stand deservedly high in commercial,
financial and trade circles.

   FREDERICK R. MENNS, the leading Photographer, studio, No. 181 College
Street.-Among the foremost exponents of the photographic art in this city, may
be mentioned, Mr. Frederick R. Menns, artist-photographer, whose admirably
conducted, and well-equipped establishment is desirably located at No. 181
College Street, and who enjoys an enviable reputation for fine work in this
line, while his patronage is of the most flattering and substantial character,
the pictures leaving this well-known and popular studio being first-class in
every respect, in fidelity to original copy, design, execution, and finish. This
flourishing and well-ordered gallery was established in 1885 and from its
inception has been conducted with uniform and gratifying success. The premises
occupied, including reception-parlors, gallery, and operating-rooms are spacious
and commodious, and are handsomely appointed and completely equipped with the
latest improved apparatus, devices and general appurtenances, large groups and
views are a specialty with this house. Photography in all its branches is
executed in the highest style of the art, crayon, pastel, India ink, oil, and
kindred artistic work being done in the most superior and expeditious manner,
while popular prices prevail and altogether a very extensive and influential
patronage is received. Mr. Menns is a native of Europe and is a man of pleasing
manners and strict probity as well as an expert, practical photographer.

   CHARLES F. WHEELER, Ready Made Clothing, Hats, Caps, and Gents' Furnishing
Goods, Etc., Church Street.--This gentleman is an extensive dealer in fine and
ready made clothing, for men, young men and children; hats, caps and gents'
furnishing goods; trunks, valises and bags; umbrellas and rubber clothing; and
his establishment is not only a credit to the intelligent enterprise of its
management, but it is one of those houses whose honorable success reflects
luster upon the name and fame of the city as a growing mercantile center. It is
a leader in its line in Burlington, and holds a commanding position among the
principal emporiums of the kind in this section of the state. It was founded, in
1875, by Mr. E. P. Shaw, who gave place to the present proprietor in 1887. The
store is very desirably situated in the center of business activity, and is
spacious in size, admirably arranged and appointed, and stocked to repletion
with new, stylish and valuable goods. Mr. Wheeler devotes himself to the sale of
clothing of all kinds, for men, youths, boys and children, everything being made
in the latest style, of the best materials, and selected with care and judgment.
Nothing of an inferior order is handled, each grade being distinguished for some
excellence peculiarly its own, while the finer lines are equal in every respect
to the best custom work, in fit, finish, elegance and fashion. The lines of
hats, caps, furnishings and traveling goods, are kept up to the highest standard
of excellence. Backed by ample capital, and supplied with every facility
calculated to raise the standard, and cheapen the cost of goods, Mr. Wheeler is
enabled to name inducements in both price and quality that are as rare as they
are profitable to those who accept them. Mr. Wheeler is a native of Vermont, an
experienced and practical merchant, a member of the I.O.O.F., and the Burlington
Board of Trade, and deservedly popular. He was assistant postmaster at
Burlington twelve years, previous to his entering on his present business.

   CHAMPLAIN HOTEL, J. Donnelly, Proprietor, No. 176 South Battery Street.-In a
work of this kind devoted to the resources of the city of Burlington, and which
is destined to be read elsewhere, it is, of course, our duty to mention an
establishment where, when visitors come here, either for business or pleasure,
they will be sure to find all the comforts of home, besides every civility,
attention, and all the conveniences pertaining to a well-kept hotel. An
establishment of this character, which has had a career extending over a period
of half a century, and since its inception has always been a noteworthy feature
of the business life of Burlington is the widely-known Champlain Hotel, located
very eligibly at No. 176 South Battery Street, convenient to the principal
points of interest and business center of the city, and has always been famous
for its home-like comforts, the excellence of its table and the courteous
attention bestowed upon its patrons. This popular and veritable landmark was
founded originally about 1840 by Mr. M. McMann, who was succeeded by Mr.
Spaulding, after whom came Mr. Murphy and then Mr. Devett, who conducted it up
to 1882, when Mr. J. Donnelly-the present proprietor-assumed its control and
management. The building is a commodious and substantial structure, and has
thirty-six sleeping apartments, with ample accommodations for sixty guests. The
rooms are all well lighted and ventilated, cheerful and inviting, of easy access
through spacious and direct halls, supplied with every comfort and kept in the
neatest condition. The parlors and reception rooms are handsomely and
attractively furnished, while the dining-room is amply spacious and has full
seating capacity for all its guests, while the culinary department is in charge
of experienced persons, and the food supplied is of the very best quality,
properly prepared and served bounteously by polite, intelligent and courteous
attendants. The office, reading and writing rooms are cheerful, commodious and
furnished in a complete and thorough manner, while every attention is given by
the proprietor and his assistants to make guests feel perfectly at ease. Mr.
Donnelly is a wide-awake, enterprising, genial and companionable host, and is
held in the highest estimation by all with whom he has any social or business
relations.

   GEORGE I. HAGAR, Builders' and Saddlery Hardware-Mill Supplies, Mechanics'
Tools, etc., No. 174 College Street.-The oldest and best-known house in the
hardware trade in Burlington is that of Mr. George I. Hagar, located at No. 174
College Street. It was founded in 1841 by Messrs. Hagar & Arthur, who were
succeeded by L. M. Hagar, and after some years the firm of L. M. & G. I. Hagar
was organized, the present proprietor succeeding to the sole control in 1868.
The scope of trade includes every description of builders* and saddlery
hardware, mill supplies, mechanics' tools, cutlery, paints, oils, varnishes,
brushes, powder, cordage and twine, harness and patent leather, and horse goods.
The business premises comprise four floors, 24 by 66 feet each, besides a large
store house, and unsurpassed facilities are possessed for conducting all
branches of the business under the most favorable auspices and upon the largest
scale. The stock is the largest in its line in the city and the goods handled
are restricted to the productions of only the best manufacturers. The trade is
of both a wholesale and retail character, extending throughout Vermont and
Northern New York, and annually increasing in volume and importance under
enterprising and reliable management. The house is a good one to do business
with, and has won its prominence and prosperity by actual merit, always keeping
a first class and complete line of goods and filling all orders with promptness
and conscientious care. Mr. Hagar is a native of Burlington, and one of its
solid, substantial business men, a member of the G. A. R. and the Burlington
Board of Trade.


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INDUSTRIES AND WEALTH OF THE PRINCIPAL POINTS IN VERMONT,
BEING
BURLINGTON, WINOOSKI, RUTLAND, WEST RUTLAND, BRANDON, FAIR HAVEN, POULTNEY,
CASTLETON, ST. ALBANS, SWANTON, ENOSBURG FALLS, BRATTLEBORO, BELLOWS FALLS,
MONTPELIER, BARRE, WATERBURY, ST. JOHNSBURY, LYNDONVILLE, LYNDON, HARDWICK,
BENNINGTON, SPRINGFIELD, WHITE RIVER JUNCTION, VERGENNES, MIDDLEBURY, NORTHFIELD
AND MORRISVILLE.

1891.

PUBLISHED BY
AMERICAN PUBLISHING AND ENGRAVING CO.,
(ELEVATORS.)
Nos. 149 AND 151 CHURCH STREET, NEW YORK.


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