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   WOOLSON BROS., Tailors, Union Block.—The history of prominent representatives
of the tailor's art in Vermont must give A leading position to Mr. S. C.
Woolson, of Montpelier, who has been established in the business here since
1856. He has during all •these years been recognized as a tower of strength in
the trade, and, by his enterprise and splendid acquirements in his profession,
he has built up a reputation and a trade thoroughly national in extent and
eminently creditable in character. He has customers in all parts of the United
States, who renew their orders each season for the custom work of this house. To
seek its services once is to be its patron always. The chambers occupied by Mr.
Woolson are in Union Block, on State Street, and are spacious in size, and
attractive in all their arrangements and appointments. Here is exhibited one of
the finest stocks of cloths and trimmings to be found anywhere. It is complete
in material, design and novelty, and the very best sources ?of American and
European production have contributed to its wealth. Mr. Woolson devotes his
entire time and attention to fine •custom work, and his garments are recognized
as simply perfection in style, fit and artistic workmanship. To be found among
his permanent customers are a large majority of the best dressed citizens of
Montpelier and vicinity, gentlemen young and old, who understand the merits of a
thoroughly first-class tailor, and who find in Mr. Woolson's establishment not
only a line of goods that is at all times superior, but a place where the
general make up, fit and trimming of a garment is a matter of careful
consideration and study. When it is learned that a corps of twenty skilled
tailors are employed, and that the trade of the establishment demands their
constant services, the extensive business that is here transacted can be
somewhat appreciated. The motto of the house is: "Garments made as they should
be," and that rule is rigidly adhered to. Mr. Woolson is a native of New
Hampshire, and one of Montpelier's most successful and representative business
men. He is a member of Mt. Zion Commandery, of excellent repute and standing in
society, and eminently fair and conscientious in all his business transactions.

   C. B. ROBERTS, Montpelier House Livery Stable, State St.— The most popular
living man in Montpelier is Mr. Clark B. Roberts, proprietor of the Exchange,
Livery Stable rear of Exchange Hotel. This Is an old stand, but since the
accession of Mr. Roberts to the management, during the past year, it has been
placed upon a plane of excellence and efficiency never before known in its
history. The premises are spacious and commodious, well lighted, ventilated and
drained, and eligibly located in the rear of the Exchange House. Mr. Roberts has
a stock of twenty horses, including those suitable for hire by ladies or
invalids, as well as those noted for speed and staying qualities, all of which
are let for business or pleasure, day or night, on very moderate terms. Among
his vehicles are included elegant coaches, carriages, buggies and road wagons,
and here is to found some of the finest turn-outs to be seen on the streets of
the Capital. The proprietor is also prepared to supply wedding parties, funerals
and excursions with any number of carriages at the shortest notice. Mr. Roberts
has likewise been engaged in job teaming and heavy trucking since 1886 and still
gives that his prompt attention in connection with his livery business.
Particular attention is paid to moving pianos^ safes, or any extra heavy
articles, and satisfaction is guaranteed in all cases. Mr. Roberts gives his
close personal supervision to all details of the business, employs only
experienced and reliable help, and places his charges on a fair and equitable
basis. For expeditious and careful handling and transferring of heavy freights,
or for promptness and despatch in the fulfillment of all orders, no one in the
business here enjoys a better reputation, as none receive a larger measure of
recognition and patronage. Mr. Roberts is a native of Williamstown, Vt., in the
active prime of life, and counts his friends and patrons by the score.

   THE MISSES FISK, Fine Millinery and Fancy Goods, Stamping Done, No. 27 State
Street.—A neat, handsome and attractive business establishment very popular with
the ladies is that of the Misses Fisk, located at No. 27 State Street, milliners
and dealers in fancy goods. These ladies have been identified with this business
since 1887. The premises occupied comprise one floor, 20 x 40 feet in
dimensions. A very large stock of fine goods is constantly carried, embracing
superb bonnets and hats, rich and elegant in their trimmings of feathers,
flowers and ribbons and also a general line of silks, velvets, laces, plumes,
etc., and embroideries and decorative art needle work. A special feature of the
business is stamping which is done promptly, and neatly at reasonable prices.
The goods shown are in charming variety, and patrons can secure every pattern
and design almost simultaneously with its appearance at the centers of fashion
and production. An assortment of art embroidery materials is constantly carried,
comprehending all that is held in estimation or which culture and refinement
call for. Misses Mary E. and Hattle C. Fisk, the proprietors, are natives of
Waitsfield, Vt. and are ladies of education and refinement and are highly
respected for their business ability, and many excellent qualities of mind and
heart, and richly deserve the abundant success they have already achieved.

   DENISON DEWEY & SON, Stoves and Tinware, State Street.—This house was
established in 1860, by Mr. Denison Dewey, and in 1885 the present firm was
organized by the admission of Mr. Frank Dewey to partnership. The business
premises comprise one floor, 20 by 110 feet, and another 30 by 70 feet, and
unsurpassed facilities are possessed for the systematic and successful
prosecution of the business in all its branches. The line of stoves here carried
embodies the latest improvements .made in both heating and cooking, received
direct from the most famous manufacturers and commending their own superior
merits to the confidence and patronage of critical and discriminating buyers.
Here is also displayed tin, sheet-iron and copper ware, glass and plated ware,
and all the various utensils belonging to this line, which are in use by the
housekeeper and farmer. The specialties in some lines bear such a character for
usefulness and utility as to command universal attention and general patronage.
Peddlers are furnished with tinware of every description at the lowest rates. In
the manufacture of tin and sheet-iron ware this house occupies an unquestioned
position at the head of the trade from which it can make good its claim for
accomplishing the best and most thorough work to be found in any locality. A
corps of five skilled assistants contribute to the satisfactory operations of
the house, and the trade is large, first-class and influential in village and
country. Mr. Dewey, the honored senior partner and founder of the business, is a
native of Montpelier and one of its best known and most substantial citizens.
His son combines his energy and vigor to form a firm of commanding influence,
eminent popularity and solid worth.

   PECK & CUMMINS, Successors to Pecks & Cummins, Manufacturers of Harness,
Collar, Wax Upper and Card Leather, Dealers in Leather and Findings, South Main
Street.—In no branch of manufactures is it more important to have the best
quality of materials and thoroughly first-class workmanship than in the harness
and saddlery trade. As in everything else, the best is the cheapest, and loss,
damage and possibly fatal results are certain to follow the use of the much
praised, cheap harness so pretentiously displayed to the public. The only way
for the harness manufacturer to secure the best results is to purchase his
leather of a house whose reputation for reliable goods is firmly established,
and in Montpelier is to be found just such a concern, conducted by Messrs. Peck
& Cummins, on South Main Street. This firm are deservedly prominent as
manufacturers of harness, collar, breeching and oil grain leather and as
wholesale and retail dealers in leather and findings. The business was
originally established in 1874, by Messrs. Pecks & Co., the present firm coming
into control in 1887 as successors to Pecks & Cummins. The business premises
comprise a tannery 40 by 100 feet, with several ells, and also a store and
basement, 24 by 70 feet each, thus giving an abundance of room for supplying the
most extensive demand. The products of this responsible house are in extensive
and increasing demand wherever once introduced, owing to the uniformly high
standard of excellence at which they are maintained. Their specialty of harness
leather is an article of exceptional merit, and as a consequence it has secured
an enduring hold on popular favor everywhere, being in fact unsurpassed, If
equalled, by anything of the kind produced in the United States today. The
proprietors are gentlemen of large practical experience, thoroughly conversant
with every detail of the business and the requirements of patrons, and give
constant employment to a force of twenty-five skilled hands. They handle
productions of other concerns as well as goods of their own manufacture, and are
in a position to fill all orders, either at wholesale or retail, with the utmost
promptness and at terms and prices which are safe from successful competition.
The co-partners, Messrs. R. K. Peck and A. O. Cummins, are among the best known
citizens and representative business men at the capital. Mr. Peck is a native of
Montpelier, while Mr. Cummins was born in East Montpelier, and both are
deservedly popular in business and social life.

   H. R. BIXBY, Successor to Bixby & Co., Drugs and Medicines, No. 10 State
Street.—The importance of the druggists' profession is apparent to every person
of ordinary intelligence. Montpelier has just reason for taking pride in her
pharmaceutical concerns, and a leading representative of the trade is the
establishment of Mr. H. R. Bixby, at No. 10 State Street. This house has been in
successful operation for a period of forty years, and has long been deservedly
popular by reason of its first-class goods and liberal business management. It
was originally opened in 1830 by Messrs. Collins & Pierce, the present
proprietor succeeding Messrs. Bixby & Co. in 1887. Mr. Bixby had been connected
with the house for many years, and brought to bear upon the business as
proprietor large practical experience and a thorough knowledge of the
requirements of the public in this direction of trade. The store is one of the
most attractive features of this popular thoroughfare, being neatly and
tastefully fitted up and furnished, while special provision is made for the
compounding of physicians' prescriptions and family recipes at all hours, in
which department the highest degree of accuracy and precision is maintained. The
stock embraces a full and carefully selected assortment of pure, fresh drugs,
chemicals and pharmaceutical preparations, all of which are up to the highest
standard demanded by the United States pharmacopeia. A full and complete line is
also kept of proprietary remedies of known merit and reputation, besides toilet
and fancy goods, perfumery, physicians' and druggists' sundries, and in fact
everything pertaining to a well-conducted pharmacy. None but thoroughly
qualified assistants are employed, prices are invariably just and reasonable,
and all supplies are purchased direct from the most reliable sources known to
the trade. Under such auspices it is not too much to say that Mr. Bixby well
deserves the large and influential patronage he enjoys, both from the public and
the medical profession. Mr. Bixby is a native of Barre, Vt., and known and
esteemed in this community as an accomplished pharmacist and an enterprising,
progressive and reliable business man, with whom it is always pleasant and
profitable to deal.

E. H. ALLER, Books, Stationery, Newspapers, Periodicals, etc., No. 15 State
Street.—One of the popular resorts of the literary loving public of Montpelier
is the establishment of Mr. E. H. Aller, the well-known dealer in books,
stationery, etc., at No. 15 State Street. This gentleman succeeded Mr. H. E.
Slayton in this business in October, 1890, and enjoys a large, first-class and
influential trade at both wholesale and retail. His store is one of the
attractive features of this popular thoroughfare, and its stock is one of the
most complete and comprehensive of the kind in the state. It embraces hundreds
of volumes from the pens of the best authors, American and foreign, the latter
including the choicest works of both ancient and modern writers. Many rare and
valuable publications appear on the shelves, and the educational series, to
which particular attention is devoted, represent the most interesting and
Instructive of that class. There is scarcely a book of importance from the
freshest publication to the earliest print, that cannot be found in this
assortment, while any book is furnished at short notice and at the lowest price.
A very heavy and varied supply of blank books and stationery is carried, suited
to the requirements of both the trade and the public, and orders of whatever
magnitude are given prompt and careful attention. No house in the state is
better equipped for executing orders in this line, and as regards terms and
prices it is in a position to challenge competition. The business is
systematically organized and directed, and, in addition, there is a circulating
library connected which is becoming liberally patronized by reason of the
well-selected stock displayed therein, which are placed at the disposal of
readers at very favorable rates. Under its present management, this house may be
said to wield a strong and healthful influence on the welfare of the community,
and to be a. leader in our local mercantile development. Mr. Aller is a
gentleman of large business experience, wide observation, and sound judgment,
with whom it will be found a pleasure to deal.

   UNITED STATES CLOTHES PIN COMPANY, Manufacturers of Clothes Pins and Lumber
Mill Products Finished for Builders.—This company was organized September 1,
1887, and is. officered as follows: Gen. Stephen Thomas, president; S. T.
New-comb, vice-president. The premises occupied comprise a building 40 x 100
feet in dimensions, fitted up with all the latest improved machinery and
appliances. A large force of hands are constantly employed. These clothes pins
are a great invention and one that every housekeeper will appreciate, and after
once seeing these in use will have no other, and wonder^how they have done
without thein so long. They will hold the clothes on a rope or wire line in a
high wind or blizzard, and when put on properly will not be lost by falling off
They can be put on or taken off the line without tearing the most delicate
fabric, as the rough sawed, split pin will do by being crowded on, wearing holes
in handkerchiefs and all fine linen. They will not break, split or rust the
clothes, being made of best galvanized spring wire and selected hard wood. They
cannot freeze and lock on the line as they will open at the top and let the snow
and ice out. The-company commenced business by manufacturing fifteen gross of
pins daily. Owing to the rapid increase of business they now turn out one
hundred and fifty gross per day. The trade extends all over-the United States,
through jobbing houses and traveling salesmen. The company deal extensively in
lumber of all kinds, having all necessary wood-working machinery they furnish
mouldings and all kinds of inside finish and do a general lumber and jobbing
business. General Stephen Thomas, the president of the company, is one of
Vermont's best known and highly esteemed public men. He entered the army as
colonel of the Eighth Vermont and returned brigadier-general. Mr. S. T. Newcomb,
the vice-president, is a young man of enterprise and ability, fully competent to
manage this large and flourishing business successfully. He is a native of
Montpelier.

   J. V. BABCOCK, Druggist and Apothecary, State Street.— In excellence,
reliability and extent of trade the pharmacy of Mr. J. V. Babcock, occupies a
leading position in Montpelier. Its business reputation is of the highest
character, and the careful regard for the interests of the public which
distinguishes the management has gained for it a measure of popularity shared by
but few similar concerns in town. The establishment was founded in 1859, and its
career from the start has been successful and prosperous. Mr. Babcock owns the
large business block in which his store is situated and his establishment is
spacious in size, handsomely appointed, and no pains have been spared to make it
as complete as possible. A very large stock is carried of pure drugs, chemicals,
pharmaceutical preparations, essences and extracts, roots and herbs, toilet
articles and fancy goods, druggists' sundries and everything kept by a
first-class establishment devoted to this trade. The proprietor makes his
purchases from the most reputable sources, approaching first hands only, which
fact is duly appreciated by all who have their wants supplied by this house. The
prescription department is carefully and skillfully directed. It is in charge of
experienced compounders, and the limit of precision and safety is reached in
every case. A corps of accomplished assistants contribute to the successful
operations of the house, and customers are given prompt and courteous attention.
We cheerfully accord this house a conspicuous place in these pages, both on
account of its own high standing and the importance of the drug industry to
society at large. Mr. Babcock is a native of Vermont, a thoroughly trained
pharmacist of vast practical experience and established reputation, and an
enterprising, reliable and progressive business man, with whom it will be found
both pleasant and profitable to deal.

   MISS S. S. SLADE, Variety Store. Main Street.—Prominent among the reliable
and substantial houses of this town, engaged in mercantile business, is that of
Miss S. S. Slade. This business was established in 1881 by J. B. Donovan. The
present proprietor, taking control in 1883, has greatly increased the business
and now enjoys a very liberal patronage. The premises comprise one floor, 20 x
30 feet in dimensions, which is handsomely fitted up and is greatly admired as
an attractive feature of this busy thoroughfare. This house possesses the most
perfect facilities for obtaining supplies in vast quantities and at advantageous
rates, making its purchases direct from the most famous jobbers, manufacturers
and importers, and securing the latest styles and freshest novelties as soon as
they are ready for the trade. Customers are thus assured of obtaining the most
fashionable designs and patterns in hosiery, underwear, neckwear, corsets, etc.,
which make their appearance on the counters of this popular house quite as soon
as they are offered for sale in New York or Boston. Responding to the close
competition, Miss Slade places her prices at the lowest point of moderation,
even lower than can be secured in the large cities, and gives to patrons every
advantage that can be afforded or that is known to the trade. Miss Slade is a
native of Montpelier, is experienced in business, and has a keen appreciation of
the wants of customers in this direction of trade and is highly popular and
successful in meeting their requirements and demands.

   H. M. PIERCE, Coal.—The coal interest of every large community must ever
remain of the first importance. A prominent factor in the development of the
trade here is the house of Mr. H. M. Pierce, who deals at both wholesale and
retail in coal of every description. The business so successfully conducted by
him was founded some twenty-five years ago by Messrs. Bancroft & Holmes, who
were succeeded by the present proprietor in 1887. The coal handled is noted for
its uniform superiority of quality, every bushel disposed of being fully
guaranteed as coming up to the highest standard of excellence. The heavy demands
upon the resources of the house necessitate the carrying of an immense stock at
all times, to the end that no delay may be experienced in the filling of orders,
while the facilities of the house place it on a par, so far as competition goes,
with its largest contemporaries, whether dealing at wholesale by the car load or
at retail by the ton. The lowest market prices invariably prevail. Mr. Pierce is
a native of New York, and has resided in Montpelier for the past twenty-five
years. He served in the army during the war, losing an arm in the service, and
for twenty-four years was Assistant Postmaster of Montpelier, and is universally
esteemed.

   J. P. DONOVAN, No. 59 Main Street.—As agent for the New York National
Building and Loan Association of New York City, Mr. J. P. Donovan is prepared to
offer his patrons an investment that is better than a savings bank, because the
loans are made to its members and not to corporations, because the loans are
better on the same security, and because it pays four times the profit. An
investment in this association is better than a farm loan, because it pays three
times the profit, because the income is converted into mortgages monthly, and
because Investments are made on established values; better than an insurance
policy, because you need not die to win, because the withdrawal value is cash,
and because a failure In ninety-seven years has been unknown in these societies;
better than railroad stocks, because there is more profit and no risk, because
the shareholders are not liable for anything beyond the shares they hold,
and-because these societies have never been put in receivers' hands; better than
government bonds, because it produces six times greater increase, because it is
equally safe and because the shares are sold at par. The New York National has
no insurance plan, or any unusual or untried feature whereby it may be brought
into liability or insolvency. If safety and not hazard, prudence and not
recklessness, fair income and not greedy gain, legitimate properties and not
wild-cat schemes are desired by an investor, let them consult Mr. Donovan.
Twenty cents a day sent to the association named will yield one thousand dollars
in seven years. Mr. Donovan is also manager in Vermont for the Covenant Mutual
Benefit Association, of Galesburg, Ill., which offers permanent insurance at
actual cost. He is also prominent as agent in Montpelier and vicinity for the
New Home Sewing Machine, and the Packard Organ, and as a general dealer in the
best makes of pianos, organs and sewing machines. He occupies spacious and
attractive quarters at No. 59 Main Street, where he carries a fine stock of
musical merchandise, instruments and sewing machines. He has beeen established
in business here since 1880, and is a gentleman of experience, ability and
influential connections.

   "THE EXCHANGE" (Formerly the Bishop House), Kelton & Sparrow, Proprietors,
State Street, Opposite the New Post Office. —In a carefully written review of
the solid business interests of Montpelier, no branch of the subject will
attract the attention of the general public to such an extent as that treating
of the best and most desirable hotels. Special reference is therefore made to
The Exchange (formerly the Bishop House), eligibly located on State Street,
opposite the new post office. This popular hotel, being closed for some years,
was re-opened March 1, 1891, by Kelton & Sparrow, after being thoroughly
remodeled and newly furnished throughout, affording every convenience and
comfort to guests, either permanent, transient or commercial, found in the best
hotels in the state. It has taken on a new lease of life, and under its present
enterprising management is liberally patronized and highly regarded by all who
need desirable and pleasant home comforts in hotel accommodations. The house is
managed in modern style, with due regard to the comfort, convenience and safety
of guests. In location, The Exchange is directly central to the most fashionable
section of the capital, in close proximity to the state house, court house, post
office, churches, and best stores and railroad station, and is just the place
for out-of town people to make a home while in town. Free carriages run to all
trains, and a fine livery is connected with the house. The Exchange contains
sixty-five rooms, with a capacity for accommodating one hundred guests. Chambers
are neat, clean, cosy, well lighted and ventilated. Every modern convenience is
found here. For health and comfort the hygienic arrangements are perfect, and
the table and service, and cuisine, leave nothing to be desired. Mr. Kelton had
had charge of the Union House for some years, and Mr. Sparrow has had fifteen
years' experience in hotel business, in connection with The Union, The Bishop
and Montpelier. So that both gentlemen bring enlarged and ripe experience into
the management of The Exchange. The rates are more moderate, and greater care is
exercised to please every guest than is the case with any other hotel here. Mr.
Kelton is a native of East Montpelier, and Mr. Sparrow of Washington County,
Vt., with a well earned reputation for executive ability and managerial skill,
and are gentlemen with whom it is always pleasant to meet across the office
counter, or in the business and social walks of life.

   C. H. CROSS & SON, Manufacturers of All Kinds of Confectionery, Crackers,
Bread and Cakes, Dealers in Cigars and Nuts, Main Street.—The leading exponents
of this industry in Vermont are Messrs. C. H. Cross & Son, of Montpelier, and,
as sole manufacturers of "Montpelier Crackers," they permanently maintain the
lead. They are also equally prominent as manufacturers of all kinds of 
confectionery, and deal extensively in cigars and nuts. The foundation of this
business was laid in 1838, by Messrs. Timothy Cross & Co., and in 1840, Mr. C.
H. Cross, a member of the firm, succeeded to the sole control, continuing as
proprietor until 1803, when the present firm was organized by the admission of
Mr. L. Bart. Cross to partnership. They own and occupy a series of five
buildings in their business, and give constant employment to a large force of
skilled hands in all the various departments. The bakery is a model of
cleanliness, good order and expert management, and is equipped with all the
latest improved ovens, appliances and machinery necessary for the systematic
conduct of the business. Only the finest flour and other choice materials are
utilized. An examination of the product shows it to possess the scientific
characteristics of a model cereal food, and this idea is substantiated by the
fact that it is used by the most critical consumers of the day—our leading
hotels and private families. The demand for the "Montpelier Crackers " is so
great that the firm manufacture 50,000 per day. Messrs. Cross & Son have also
shown marked enterprise in continually widening the field of manufacture in new
styles and novelties in confectionery, and dealers handling their goods can meet
every taste and fancy in flavors, combinations, and fine and wholesome
confections. They manufacture the best grades of penny goods, bon-bons and
chocolate goods, including all the rare and exquisite flavors so difficult to
obtain in their pristine excellence elsewhere. They believe in giving the public
the best only. They consequently use only the purest and choicest of sugars,
flavors, extracts, vegetable colors, etc., all manipulated in the most
scientific and cleanly manner, by their own processes. The house is represented
upon the road by talented salesmen, and the trade is immense and influential
throughout Vermont. The honored senior partner is one of Montpelier's oldest and
best known citizens, and the pioneer in his business; born in New Hampshire, but
a resident here for over sixty years, and enjoying the warm regard of his
fellow-men for his lengthened and honorably successful business career. Mr. L.
Bart Cross was born in Montpelier, and is one of its most active, wide awake and
public spirited business men, the present representative from this town in the
state legislature, and has filled numerous other offices of honor and trust in
the town, county and state.

   D. L. FULLER & SON, Hardware, Glass and Paints, Main Street.—This firm are
extensive wholesale and retail dealers in hardware, paints, oils and glass;
doors, sash and blinds; mowing machines, horse rakes and hay tedders; harrows,
plows and corn planters; brick, drain tile and cement; lath, shingles, etc.,
etc. The business was established in 1832, by Messrs. Cross & Day, in the same
building now occupied; they were succeeded by Loomis & Camp, who gave way to a
Union Company, and they were succeeded by Mr. George W. Scott. The firm of Scott
& Howe next took control, and in 1874 the firm became Fuller & Howe, who gave
place to the present firm in 1879. The business premises comprise a two-story
building, 45 x 23 feet; a two-story structure, 40 x 50 feet; a three-story
building, 36 x 60 feet; one floor, 30 feet square; and a storehouse measuring 40
x 80 feet. All this immense floor space is utilized in the disposal of the
immense and varied stock here constantly carried. The assortments embrace every
known article in the line of carpenters' and builders' hardware, table and
pocket cutlery, locksmiths' and butchers'supplies, machinists' and
mechanics'tools; painters'supplies of all kinds, agricultural implements,
builders' materials and general housekeeping utensils. To attempt an enumeration
of the various articles here displayed would be to present the reader with an
immense catalogue. Suffice it to say, "they keep everything." The stock of
farming implements comprises the most improved, and those best adapted to the
use of the farmer, all of which are fully warranted, while many are patented,
for the sale of which this firm has the exclusive agency in this market. Buying
their supplies in large quantities direct from manufacturers, this firm secure
the most advantageous rates, and are therefore in a position to offer
inducements to dealers and consumers. They have built up a very large and
influential business with the-trade throughout the eastern part of the state,
which is annually increasing in volume and importance. The retail trade is also
brisk and lively. Mr. D. L. Fuller, the senior partner, is a native of Barre,
while the son, Mr. Charles H. Fuller, was born in Montpelier. The latter is a
member of the F. and A. M., and is quartermaster of the Vermont National Guard:
while he is eminently popular with the trade as an obliging, wide-awake and
expert salesman, and combines his energy and vigor with the ripe experience of
his father to-form a firm of commanding influence, thorough reliability and
solid worth.

   GEO. W. WILDER, First-Class Pianos and Organs, fronx the Best Makers, Musical
Instruments of All Kinds, Etc., Head of State Street.—Mr. Geo. W. Wilder has
done much to foster and promote a love for music in this community, and an
experience of over-forty years enables him to bring exceptional knowledge to his
calling. Mr. Wilder established himself in business here in 1850, and is. an
extensive dealer in first-class pianos and organs from the best makers; also
school books, blank books, miscellaneous and juvenile-books, fine stationery,
sheet music, music books, musical instruments of all kinds, violin, guitar and
banjo strings, and a complete stock of musical goods. His store, at the head of
State Street, is recognized as headquarters for this class of goods, and
musicians, musical students and choristers make it their chief rendezvous.
The-aid and counsel of Mr. Wilder is sought by musical people throughout all
this section. Any instrument desired is furnished by Mr. Wilder at short notice
and at lowest prices, while pianos and organs are let on very reasonable terms.
Singing schools, choir directors and musical conventions are supplied with books
and music in quantities to suit, while prospective buyers will find here pianos
and organs from which to choose. Tuning and repairing are also given prompt and
skillful attention. Mr. Wilder is a native of Middlesex, Vt., and a gentleman of
so well established a reputation as to place him far beyond the requirements of
any praise.

   E. M. McINTOSH, D. D. S., Office and Residence, No. 38 State Street.—This
gentleman is one of the few thoroughly trained and highly educated surgeon
dentists in Montpelier, who by years of study, research and practical experience
has reached a leading position in his profession. He graduated from the Chicago
College of Dental Surgery of Chicago, afterwards practiced several years in.
that city. For three years was clinical instructor in the American College of
Dental Surgery. Dr. McIntosh thoroughly understands the nature of teeth, and as
a physician of culture, is looked upon by his professional brethren as a mentor
in the various details of dentistry. His office is very handsomely furnished,
including in its appointments the latest improved dental chairs, while all the
apparatus peculiar to the profession is well supplied. In the painless
extraction of teeth, in good, reliable fillings and in artificial work of every
description, Dr. McIntosh is known to excel. His patronage is widespread and
influential, his engagements are always promptly kept, and his prices are placed
at a fair and reasonable figure. Dr. McIntosh is a native Vermonter, and a
gentleman of liberal education, wide observation and great professional skill.

   A. N. BLANCHAKD, Photographer, Walton's Block, State Street.—One of the
leading photographic institutions in Montpelier is that of Mr. A. N. Blanchard,
which was established in Barre in 1865 by the present proprietor, who came to
Montpelier in 1880, and has occupied the present location since 1883. The
premises consist of three rooms handsomely furnished. His splendid operating
room is amply lighted, and he has in use the newest and most improved
photographic methods and appliances. Three experienced assistants are employed,
and everything pertaining to modern portraiture is executed in the highest
degree of artistic and mechanical excellence. Special attention is given to the
photographing of children; by the instantaneous process, and the best of crayon
work is guaranteed. Fine views are also taken, in fact all work usually done at
a first-class studio can be had here. Mr. Blanchard is a native of Brookfield,
Vt., and during his residence in Barre established a large-and influential
patronage and has been equally as successful and popular at Montpelier. He was a
member of the Vermont sharpshooters during the war, and is a highly esteemed and
popular-man.

   J. A. LOCKLIN, Wholesale and Retail Dealer in Oysters in Bulk and Shell,
Choice Havana and Domestic Cigars, Tobacco, and also Fine Family Groceries.—Mr.
Locklin succeeded to the control of his present place on Main Street in 1876,
coming from Northfield where he had been in business for years. He made many
needed improvements in the premises, and the house soon became a point of mark
among good judges of a cigar. Having created a reputation for goods of
unsurpassed quality, at a fair and reasonable price, Mr. Locklin rigidly adhered
to the same high standard of excellence, and his store may be safely said to be
the leading emporium of reliable cigars, cigarettes, tobaccos and smokers'
articles at the capital. It is scarcely necessary to say that imported and
domestic goods are to be found here, both in inexhaustible profusion, and all of
the highest character, suited to the tastes and the means of all classes of
people. During the past year Mr. Locklin has completely remodeled his premises,
refitted and refurnished them, and they now form one of the largest, finest and
most attractive establishments of the kind in the state. The salesroom is a
model of substantial elegance in all its arrangements and appointments. The hard
wood floors, counters and fixtures; the handsome and mammoth plate-glass
show-cases, which extend the entire length of the store; and the tasteful array
of goods combine to present a claim for beauty and finish unequalled by any
store in town. Ascending the broad staircase at the rear, a ladies' and
gentlemen's dining-room is disclosed to view, handsomely appointed and under
expert management. Here is headquarters for oysters and everything eatable in
every style, and this department is liberally patronized by members of the State
Legislature, by the bench and bar, and by visitors and tourists who are in
Montpelier during the season. Mr. Locklin deals at both wholesale and retail in
oysters in bulk and shell, and also furnishes hotels, societies and social
assemblies in quantities to suit at the shortest notice and at the lowest market
prices. His long practical experience in handling both oysters and cigars gives
him advantages in obtaining supplies that are not equaled by any of his
contemporaries, rendering it desirable for large buyers in search of the best
qualities to call upon him. Mr. Locklin is a native Vermonter, still in the
prime of life, a member of the F. and A. M. and the G. A. R. and a director of
the Vermont Savings Investment Company.

   F. A. STANDISH, Manufacturer of Fine Havana Cigars, Wholesale and Retail, No.
42 State Street.—One of the most prominent houses in Montpelier engaged in the
manufacture of fine Havana cigars is that above mentioned. The house was founded
in 1887 by the present proprietor, and since its inception at that date, has
built up a prosperous trade. The aim of the proprietor has always been to secure
an honest cigar, worthy of the good opinion of smokers, and to scrupulously
maintain the- excellence of his brands, which are general favorites wherever
introduced, while the business shows that dealers recognize the reliable
character of their productions. The premises occupied are large, conveniently
located, handsomely fitted up, and supplied with every convenience for the
transaction of business and comfort of customers; he also carries in addition to
his choice assortment of cigars, a full and complete line of cigarettes,
smokers' materials, choice brands of plug, fine-cut and smoking tobaccos, and
makes a specialty of fine Havana cigars. Mr. F. A. Standish, the proprietor, is
a native of Vermont and is well known to the trade as a gentleman of strict
integrity and honorable in all his dealings, and these traits of character,
combined with ample facilities, have placed this house in a prominent position
and have gained for it a large and growing trade.

   JOHN Q. ADAMS, Livery Stable, Court Street.—The oldest, best known and most
popular livery and feed stable in town, is that owned and managed by Mr. John
Adams. This gentleman established himself here in business thirty-five years ago
and has occupied his present location for the past fifteen years. The premises
comprise a large, three-story building, 115 x 90 feet in dimensions, well
lighted, ventilated, and drained, while the best of hay and oats are provided
for the animals, which receive careful treatment from competent grooms and
stallmen. The stock of horses kept for hire include some of the finest roadsters
in town, which are in constant requisition for pleasure driving, while the
laudable ambition of the proprietor is seen to the best advantage in the
excellent line of carriages kept in stock, including elegant coupes, coaches,
open and top buggies, and road-wagons from the best manufacturers, which are let
for business or pleasure, at all hours of the day or night at moderate rates.
Funerals, weddings, and excursion parties are supplied with carriages at short
notice, attended by careful drivers. Communications by mail or telephone receive
prompt attention. The facilities of this establishment for boarding horses are
unexcelled. Thirty teams are kept for hire and a hack is run to all trains. He
also boards ten horses. Mr. Adams is a native of Northfield, Vt., and has for
many years been a well known citizen of Montpelier.

   C. BLAKELY, Drugs, Medicines, Perfumeries, No. 4 State Street.—Mr. C. Blakely
is a dealer in drugs, medicines, perfumes, toilet and fancy goods, and
manufacturer of the best butter color in this part of the state. He also carries
a stock of choice Havana cigars, tobacco and the best of smokers' articles. Mr.
Blakely's education and training have rendered him most successful in his
calling; besides, he always manifested a natural talent for this profession. Mr.
Blakely takes pride in developing his profession and studying hard to find out.
all that there is new in it, thus keeping pace with the times. It is for this
reason that his place is regarded by physicians as one of the best for the
accurate compounding of prescriptions. Mr. Blakely established his business in
1877, and now occupies three entire floors, one 40 x 60 and the other two, 60 x
80. He employs two men, and ministers to the first trade of the city. He is a
native of Vermont.

   M. W. WHEELOCK, Book Binding, No. 79 Main Street.-A prominent house engaged
in book binding in Montpelier is that of Mr. M. W. Wheelock, which was
established more than thirty years ago by Mr. S. M. Walton, who was succeeded by
Willard & Wheelock. The present firm was established in 1878. The premises
occupied comprise four large rooms, and a large number of hands are employed.
The bindery is equipped with all the latest improved presses, gilding and
cutting machines necessary for the successful prosecution of the business. Book
binding in every style is artistically executed by this responsible house, from
pamphlet and sheep work to the most elaborate styles of finish in morocco, calf,
or Russian and velvet, while in all cases the very best stock and workmanship,
with strength and beauty combined, may always be relied upon. Special care and
attention are given to binding editions in cloth or morocco. Mr. Wheelock binds
to pattern in the neatest and cheapest manner, music magazines, newspapers, law
and scientific books, and makes a specialty of memorials and resolutions.
Persons residing at a distance from Montpelier will find it greatly to their
advantage to pack and direct their books to this widely known house, stating
style and binding required, or sending a volume that they have had previously
bound as a sample. The books well bound will be returned without delay. A
specialty is made of land-record books, for the use of towns, county clerks and
others, and Mr. Wheelock has earned a high reputation for• superior work in this
line, which is not excelled by any other similar manufacturer. Mr. Wheelock is a
native of Montpelier, but resides in Berlin, where he holds the office of town
clerk and treasurer, and justice of peace.

   FORBUSH & NEWTON, Dentists, State Street.—One of the oldest, best known and
most skillful practitioners of dentistry in Montpelier is Dr. O. P. Forbush, who
is a native of Rhode Island and established his business here in 1840, and was
for many years the leading dentist of the place. In 1875 he took Mr. R. H.
Newton as partner and the firm has since enjoyed the patronage of the best class
of our citizens, besides those who come from the surrounding country districts.
The extraction of teeth by the use of anaesthetics when desired is a special
branch of the business. They also give particular attention and are experts in
filling teeth with gold or composition, platina, etc. They also make teeth on
gold, silver, rubber, or any of the plates now in use, and always guarantee
perfect comfort, convenience and satisfaction at a fair and reasonable charge.
The premises comprise three handsomely furnished rooms, fitted up and provided
with everything for the successful prosecution of their business. Dr. O. P.
Forbush is an expert dentist and eminently popular. He is a member of the order
of F. A. M. also of the State Dental Examining Board. Mr. R. H. Newton is a
native of Montpelier and is a practical man, and an expert dentist.

   WESTON & SMITH, Manufacturers of and Dealers in Monuments, Tablets,
Headstones, Markers, Curbing. Posts, Etc., No. 22 Main Street.—This business was
established in 1860 by Geo. C. Arms, and after several changes during succeeding
years the present firm was formed in 1886. This house is among the leading,
largest, best equipped concerns, devoted to this important line of industrial
activity in or around Montpelier. The members of the firm are both practical and
expert workmen themselves, and are fully conversant with every feature and
detail of the business. The shop is of ample dimensions, and they occupy a yard
70 x 100 feet in dimensions. This firm have the benefit of water power to finish
and polish and claim to do the very best of work, far superior to that done by
hand. Their trade, which is rapidly increasing, extends all over the United
States. All orders receive the most prompt and careful attention. A heavy and
first-class stock is constantly carried, embracing monuments, tablets,
headstones, markers, curbing, posts, etc. A specialty is made of Scotch granite.
Designs and estimates are furnished on application, work being erected in any
cemetery in the United States. The individual members of the firm. Messrs. W. R.
Weston and C. A. Smith, are classed among Montpelier's most enterprising and
respected business men.

   H. B. PITKIN'S Capital Laundry, No. 53 Main Street.—For promptness,
reliability, and excellent service, no establishment of the kind in or around
this town anywhere excels this. The work turned out from this house is of a
superior character, while extremely moderate prices prevail, and goods are
called for and delivered free of charge throughout the village and its immediate
vicinity. The Capital Laundry was first established by Mrs. Kuelle, who was
succeeded by Mrs. Wheat, the present proprietor taking control in 1889. The
business in his hands has undergone considerable development, and is managed in
a manner that reflects the highest credit upon him, for he has demonstrated
great managerial ability and a determination to succeed. The laundry premises
comprise seven rooms and are equipped in every respect with the latest improved
appliances and general appurtenances, including washing machines, ironing
machines, etc. Hotel and family washing is done in the most expeditious and
excellent manner. Open front, plain or embroidered front, dress shirts, collars
and cuffs attached, and fine ladies' work are a specialty. Mr. H. P. Pitkin was
born in Montpelier, and is well and favorably known throughout the town and its
vicinity.

   FRANK M. CORRY, Oysters, Fresh and Salt Fish of all Kinds.—One of the first
indications of a city's prosperity is the condition of her markets. In this
respect, Montpelier ranks with the foremost towns of Vermont, the class of her
supplies being of an order so high that the mind of the public is at once
attracted. It is in this line of business that Mr. Frank M. Corry is engaged,
his attention being given to dealing in oysters, fresh and salt fish of all
kinds, every sort of vegetable in season, all varieties of fruits, nuts and
delicacies, while he makes a specialty of handling the best brands of canned
goods, and also takes pride in presenting before his customers the best
confections from the standard manufacturers in the country. Mr. Corry
established his business in 1877, and has now a large and modernly appointed
store, where he employs two clerks and displays his goods in a most tasteful
manner, making canned goods a specialty. He is prominent, not alone in a
business way, but socially, and is rated as a man of strict commercial integrity.

   P. G. DEWEY, Choice Family Groceries, West India Goods, Etc., No. 5 School
Street.—The laudable intention with which a business man, upon establishing
himself, sets out in his career with the avowal that he will supply only the
best that the market affords, is sure to win him the support and patronage of
the best customers of a city. The result cannot fall short of success; a point
in life to which Mr. P. G. Dewey has attained, at No. 5 School Street. He is a
dealer in choice family groceries, giving particular attention to the handling
of West India goods, of which he carries a commendable stock. Mr. Dewey started
in business in 1881, coming from Canada, which is his place of nativity. In
1885, or about five years ago, he moved to his present location, where he
occupies two rooms, each 20 x 25 feet. He has made a reputation for furnishing
his customers with the very choicest commodities suitable for a retail trade. He
has proven himself a conservative business man, regarding truth as the first
essential virtue in all of his transactions. Mr. Dewey is a public spirited man,
and gallantly served his country during the Civil War; a fact which now enables
him to enroll his name as an honorable member of the G. A. R.

   D. W. DUDLEY, Livery Stable, East State Street.—One of the oldest established
stables in town is owned and managed by Mr. D. W. Dudley, and was established
twenty-five years ago, but for the past ten years the present location has been
occupied. He has a well arranged stable and wagon house, and in its present
condition, his establishment is one of the best systematized in the town. The
commodious stable is 40 x 100 feet in dimensions. Three men are constantly
employed, and all orders are promptly attended to at all hours of day or night,
at prices that defy competition. The stock consists of thirteen driving horses,
carriages, buggies, and wagons, all of which are in the most thorough condition.
He has ample accommodation, and excellent facilities for boarding and feeding
horses. Good carriages with careful drivers can always be had at this stable,
also horses, carryalls, etc. Particular attention is given to furnishing
carriages for parties, weddings, and funerals. There are gentle horses safe for
ladies to drive; also high stepping spirited horses for gentlemen fond of fast
driving, excellent saddle horses and well matched spans; the most fastidious
customers will be sure to find themselves suited. Mr. Dudley is a native of East
Montpelier, and during his long, and successful career in this town as a
business man, has become well known and respected.

   R. R. RIKER, Tailor, State Street.—This business was established in 1830, and
if popularity be a measure of worth, assuredly Mr. Riker may be fairly said to
be not wholly deficient in this respect. Indeed, since starting his business he
has won for himself a host of patrons who have all their garments made solely by
him. While all his work is cut out with the greatest precision, and the figures
in the measurement are strictly followed, particular attention is paid to
adapting the garment to the requirements of the form of the person for whom it
is made. This necessitates the quickest perception, the greatest ingenuity, and
a skill which none but a thorough master of his art possesses. Mr. Riker
possesses all these qualifications, and consequently has built up a large trade.
The salesroom is very tastefully fitted up and arranged, and for the convenience
of his patrons, Mr. Riker keeps on hand a carefully selected stock of the finest
imported woolen goods, suitable for entire suits, pantaloons, coats and
overcoats, and he also has the necessary trimmings of a quality to correspond to
the elegance of the fabrics just mentioned. Mr. Riker is a native of New
Hampshire and for sixty years has been engaged in this business.

   ABRAHAM LONG, Shoes, No. 21 State Street.—This business was originally
established in 1820, by Messrs. Page & Harvey, who were succeeded by several
parties until 1887, when the present proprietor took possession. His salesrooms
are spacious in size, handsomely fitted up, and convenient alike to customers
and for the adequate display of the choice and valuable stock here carried. The
assortments embrace boots, shoes, rubbers and slippers of every description for
men, women, misses, youth, boys and children, the specialties however, being
fine and medium goods, while every article has some distinguishing merit. The
various lines are kept full and complete, displaying all the correct styles, and
freshest novelties. The proprietor sustains the most favorable relations with
manufacturers, and as a result is enabled to place his goods to customers at
prices which cannot be afforded by dealers less advantageously situated. Fine
custom work is given skillful attention. Mr. Long is a native of Vermont, and of
excellent repute and standing.

   CARLOS L. SMITH, Sugar Cured Dried Beef and Groceries, Barre
Street.—Montpelier is well represented, when one comes to consider her
delicatessen supplies. Mr. Carl. L. Smith is one of the leading merchants in
this line. His place, which was established in 1862, is the headquarters for
Vermont sugar-cured dried beef (not smoked) and his wares are put up in a manner
that render them delicious, convenient and economical. In 1889 Mr. Smith added a
general grocery business to his already extensive trade. His patronage extends
not alone throughout the city, but in the vicinity and adjoining towns as well,
the reputation for his wares during the past twenty-eight years having become
reliable and well founded. He keeps a delivery wagon constantly on the go,
supplying honest goods, dried beef being his specialty. Mr. Smith is a native of
Cabot, Vt.

A. D. FARWELL, CLOTHING, Hats, Caps, Furs, 
AND
GENTS' FINE FURNISHINGS.
The most complete stock outside the cities.
Tall, slim, as well as short and fat men can find Clothing that will Fit.
FUR COATS and LADIES' FURS a Specialty.
"Good reliable goods and small profits,"
OUR MOTTO.
(Cash Paid for Shipping Furs.)
Opera House Block, Montpelier, Vt.



BROOKS & BERRY
Successors to
W. W. PARK,
Dealers in Country Produce,
CHOICE FANCY AND FAMILY
Groceries,
Butter and Cheese a Specialty.
We hope by square dealing, fair profits and honest goods, to sustain the
reputation already established by our predecessor.
OPERA HOUSE BLOCK,
Montpelier, Vt.


Additional Comments:
Extracted from:

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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