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Poole & Yeaton's Business Directory and Reference Book of Piscataquis County

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This Monograph is brought to you for free and open access by DigitalCommons@UMaine. It has been accepted for inclusion in Maine History Documents by an authorized administrator of DigitalCommons@UMaine. For more information, please contact [email protected]. MAINE MUTUAL ACCIDENT ASSOCIATION Pamp 376 A. C. GETCHELL, Vickery CLOTHING & FURNISHING GOODS Affords ate L

CUSTOM WORK A SPECIALTY.

a FULL LINE OF FOREIGN DOMESTIC WOOLENS CONSTANTLY ON HAND.

Too Sure UNION SQUARE,______DOVER, MAINE Be

POOLE & YEATON'S Protection May Business Directory

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THE PRINCIPAL TOWNS the T o-m orrow

Least Piscataquis County ------

AND VICINITY. Possible T o-day OBER & CLARK,

Leading Dealers in Cost. DRY* and* FANCY* GOODS. lnsure OUTSIDE GARMENTS AND CARPETINGS.

Never undersold. Best assortment always on hand.

15 UNION SQUARE, • DOVER, MAINE. HOME OFFICE, 98 EXCHANGE ST., PORTLAND,ME GENTLEMEN! When you are in need of any

For yourself or your Boys call at P. L. LOWELL'S, 30 MAIN ST., DEXTER. Where you are sure to find TILE LARGEST STOCK, THE LATEST STYLES, THE LOWEST PRICES. We carry as large a stock of HATS, CAPS AND GENTS’ FURNISHINGS As can be found in this part of Maine. We invite inspection of our goods.

YOU CAN FIND A COMPLETE AND CAREFULLY SELECTED STOCK OF Furniture, Window Fixtures, DRAPERIES & UNDERTAKERS' SUPPLIES AT C. H. WYMAN'S,

DEXTER, - MAINE.

Embalmign a Specialty. GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. A INDEX TO CONTENTS.

Title Page, 1 Calendar 1891-92, - - - - 3 Postal Rates, - - - - 5 Distances and Fares, - - - 7-13 Dover and Foxcroft Churches and Lodges, - 15 " " " Business Directory, - - 17 Weights and Measures, - - - 33 Guilford Churches and Lodges, - - - 35 " Business Directory, - - 37 Sangerville " " - - - 43 Monson Churches and Lodges, - - 45 “ Business Directory, - - - 45 Milo Churches and Lodges, - - 49 " Business Directory, - - - 49 Brownville Churches and Lodges, - - 53 " Business Directory, - - - 53 Greenville " " - - 57 Dexter Churches and Lodges, - - - 59 " Business Directory, - - - 59 Corinna Churches and Lodges, - - - 65 " Business Directory, - - 65 Newport Churches and Lodges, - - - 67 " Business Directory, - - 67 H. B. BENNETT,

401 FORE STREET, - PORTLAND, ME. Wood Engraving, Stencils and Rubber Stamps.

ORDERS BY MAIL PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO. B POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY

J. M. JORDAN, JR., PROP. ROOMS NEWLY FURNISHED

------AND------

LIGHTED BY ELECTRICITY,

FIRST-CLASS HOUSE IN ALL RESPECTS. FREE HACK TO ------AND------FROM ALL TRAINS. THE .

THE MODEL NARROW-GAUGE OF THE EAST, BEING BUT TWENTY-FOUR INCHES! Fully Equipped with Elegant Cars

EXTENOS FROM MONSON JUNCTION, ON THE BANGOB & PISCATAQUIS R. R.. TO MONSON VILLAGE, HAVING BANCHESR TO ALL THE SLATE QUARRIES.

ITS TRAINS CONNECT WITH ALL EXPRESS TRAINS ON THE BANGOR & PISCATAQUIS R. R.

TO AND FROM BANGOR AND GREENVILLE,

AND WITH SAME ROAD MAKING CLOSE CONNECTIONS AT FOXCROFT WITH THE MAINE CENTRAL RAILROAD TO AND FROM ALL POINTS IN THE WEST.

H. A. WHITING, President. J, F. KIMBALL, Treas. and Gen. Manager, W. L. ESTABROOKE, Supt, GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. C MERCHANTS EXCHANGE

DEXTER, MAINE

This is the only first-class Hotel in town, and has been remodeled and refur­ nished from cellar to garret. It has some of as fine rooms as can be found in any Ho­ tel in Maine.

Steam- Heat and Electric Light,

GOOD WATER AND DRAINAGE.

Good Attendants. Terms, $2 per day.

O. E. BLACKDEN, Prop. D POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY Clement & Brown Mfg. Co.

General Agents for MANHATTAN VAPOR STOVES.

You can do all your baking and washing on a vapor stove with less trou­ ble and less annoyance from its heat, than if you use a range or cook stove. Cream Cans and Tanks. Patent Crated Faucet Oil Cans, Tinware, etc. The DECROW FURNACE is not an experiment, but has been in successful operation since 1833. The smallest one will thoroughly warm from two to three rooms; the largest will heat a whole house. It is also admira­ bly suited for heating: Churches,Halls and School-housesand commends itself to all looking for a low priced heater. It will do the work just as well as one that costs three times its price. Send for circulars and price lists. 101 & 103 Broad St., Bangor. GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. E

J. Willis Ronco, Proprietor.

Newly Fitted Up and First-class in Every Particular.

FIRST-CLASS LIVERY

Connected with the house.

The Exchange is centrally located, being situated in Foxcroft Square overlooking the business portion of the two villages. One minute’s walk from Post Office and Telegraph Office, and only three minutes’ walk to the M. C. R. R. Station. No pains will be spared to please all patrons of the House. Carriages to and from all trains. Commercial travelers will find the Exchange homelike and pleasant, with fine, well lighted Sample Rooms at their command. F POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY

E. BAILEY,

MANUFACTURER OF THE WELL-KNOWN BAILEY FLIES WHICH ARE WARRANTED NOT TO STRIP FROM THE HOOK, OR PULL FROM THE GUT.

If your dealer does not keep them, send your orders to the Manufacturer. TROUT, BASS and SALMON FLIES

ON HAND AND TIED TO ORDER.

Orders by iVIail Promptly Filled and Satisfaction Guaranteed.

A FlI J. IJNE OF

FiNfiINN' TACKLE AN'D jSPO^TI/^^ $001)$ IN NTOCK.

FOXCROFT MAINE. GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. G

1870. 1891. J. F. ARNOLD & SON.

THE LARGEST FURNITURE, CARPETING

BEDDING HOUSE IN THE STATE.

Ten thousand feet of Floor space, cover­ ed with all the latest styles. Parlor Suits, 15 styles; Chamber Suits, 50 styles; Lounges, 40 styles. Common and Pillar Extension Tables, Wood and Cane Seat Chairs, Mattresses and Spring Beds, Mir­ rors, Feathers, Wood and Marble Top Cen­ ter Tables. A Large Line of Carpetings and Rugs. We do not claim to undersell our competi­ tors, but do claim to sell the best grades of goods made, at bottom prices. Goods sold on Installments. We prepay the freigh . ■ It costs you nothing to look our Stock over and get prices and it may save you something. 14 LINCOLN ST., FOXCROFT, ME. H POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY ------T h E------POOLE & YEATON PUBLISHING CO.,

Journal Building,

BANGOR, - - MAINE.

PUBLISHERS OF

City and Postal Guide ipeotopieg! Books, Maps, Charts, Time Tables, Etc.

Published to Order for ipeotopie§! any City or Town in the United States.

ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT. Advertising carefully and advantageous­ ly placed in any part of the United States, Canada or Europe.

AMENTA FOR BUFF ORB A ANB CO A ACEA FlftE AOVFRTIRI^R ROVELFIEfi. .

BRANCH OFFICE, POST OFFICE ADDRESS [93 Exchange St., Bos 944, PORTLAND, MAINE. BANGOR, MAINE. 1891. 1892.

POOLE & YEATON’S Business Directory AND Reference Book

, OF Dover, Foxcroft, Dexter, Newport, AND Principal Towns of Piscataquis County.

Presented with} the Compliments of the Leading Business Firms.

Compiled and ZPublislied by aTHE POOLE & YEATON DIRECTORY PUBLISHING C0..K

BANGOR, MAINE.

BANGOR: JOURNAL PRESS. 1891. UY ( Babson’s Shoe Store. ) $3 Boots, ) MEN, ABSON’S ] Foxcroft, Maine, [ $2 “ [ WOMEN, 'OOTS. ( is the place to buy ) $1.50 “ for ) CHILDREN

Devoted to the Interests of Piscataquis County. PUBLISHED THURSDAYS AT 17 UNION SQ., DOVER. Subscription Price. $1.50. One of the Best Advertising Mediums in this Section of the State. Send for Rates. JOB PRINTING. In this department we have unsurpass­ ed advantages for doing all kinds of work. We have lately added a new Job-printing Tress and other material and will guar­ antee to fill all orders to the satisfaction of our patrons, on which condition we ask a liberal share of your patronage. OBSERVER PUBLISHING GO,. iL. P. Evans, Pres, and Treas. IF. B. Canney, Business Manager. DOVER, MAINE. $8.00 per gross delivered. Circulars and samples free. Perfection Dyes W. Cushing & Co., Foxcroft, Me. UY ( Babson’s Shoe Store, ) $3 Boots, MEN, ABSON’S J Foxcroft, Maine, $2 “ WOMEN, CHILDREN. BOOTS. ( is the place to buy ) $1.50“ for GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK.

Manufacturer Df CARRIAGES AND SLEIGHS OF EVERY DESCRIPTION ALSO SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO CARRIAGE PAINTING. Al.11 - Work - Guaranteed - to - Grive - Satisfaction. UAAIWCEE DQJAEJA wee. Perfection Dyes Guaranteed Brilliant and Fast § washing. UY ( Babson’s Shoe Store, ) $3 Boots, MEN, ABSON’S Foxcroft, Maine, J $2 WOMEN, CHILDREN. BOOTS. ( is the place to buy ) $1.50 “ for 4 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY"

Slate Cutters, Bark Mills, Rotary Bed Planer, Gang Lath Mills, Automatic Box Board Machines, Bolters, Clapboard and Shin­ gle Mills, Butters and Bunchers, Crank Drag Saw Machines, Gang Edgers, Spool Wood Bolters, Shafting and Castings, manufactured by the Hinckley & Egery Iron Company, BANGOR, MAINE.

$8.00 per gross delivered. Circulars and samples free. Perfection Dyes W. Cushing & Co., Foxcroft, Me. nUY (r Babson’s Shoe Store, ) $3 Boots, ) MEN, RaBSON’S < Foxcroft, Maine, $2 “ WOMEN, Doots. i‘ is the place to buy ) $1.50 “ for ) CHILDREN. GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 5 POSTAL RATES. FIRST-CLASS MATTER Mailable matter of the first class embraces letters, postal cards, and all matters wholly or partly in writing, except as hereinafter provided. Every Letter, or written communication, any distance within the United Statesf 2 cents for each ounce or fraction thereof. Drop Letters, 1 cent for every ounce or less. At offices where free deliv­ ery by carrier is established, 2 cents for each ounce. Book Manuscript, manuscript for magazines, periodicals, newspapers, and music manuscript are now subject to full letter rates of postage, ex­ cept they be accompanied by proof sheets or corrected proof-sheets, when the rate will be one cent for each two ounces or fractional part thereof. Matter produced by the type writer is subject to postage at letter rates. Letters deposited at a post office for mailing with less than one full letter rate of postage—2 cents, prepaid—will not be forwarded in the mails, but will be held for postage. Matter produced by the electric pen and papyrograph processes, which is not in the nature of correspondence, may be received and transmitted In the mails at third-class rates, when properly presented for mailing. Matter which is in writing, or other matter containing a written inscrip­ tion iirthe nature of personal correpondence, or representing monetary value, and matter which is sealed against inspection, is first-class matter. SECOND-CLASS MATTER. Mailable matter of the second class embraces newspapers and other peri­ odical publications. THIRD-CLASS MATTER. Mail matter of the third class embraces books, seed, cuttings, bulbs, plants, circulars, proof-sheets, corrected proof-sheets, with manuscript copy accompaning the same, photographs and all matter of the same general character, and the rate is one cent for each two ounces or frac­ tional part thereof. The rate of postage on transient newspapers, periodicals, and maga­ zines is one cent for each four ounces or fractional part thereof. The term circular is defined to be a printed letter, which, according to internal evidence, is being sent in identical terms to several persons. A circular shall not lose its character as such, when the date and the name of the addressed and of the sender shall be therein written, nor by the correction of mere typographical errors in writing. Upon matter of the third class, or upon the wrapper enclosing the same, may be written the name and address of the sender, preceded by the word “from; ” simple marks may be made to call attention to any special word or sentence. There may be written on the cover or blank leaves of any book or print­ ed matter of this class, a simple manuscript dedication or inscription, that does not partake of the nature of personal correspondence. All packages of matter of the third class must be so wrapped with open sides or ends, that their contents may be readily examined by postmasters. FOURTH CLASS MATTER. Mai able matter of th* fourth class embraces all matter not included in the first, second or third classes, which is not in its form or nature liable to injure the contents of the mail bag, or harm the person. Postage rates thereon one cent for each ounce or fractional part thereof. Upon any package of matter of the fourth class, the sender may write or print his name and address, preceded by the word “from,” and there may also be written or printed the number of articles enclosed; and the sender thereof may write or print upon, or attach to any such article, by tag or label, a mark, number, name or letter for purpose of identification. The limit of weight of package is four pounds, and must be so wrapped that its contents can be easily examined by postmasters. >But if by inadvertence any article of the third or fourth class should reach the office of delivery without being fully prepaid, double the usu­ al rates will be charged on the unpaid portion, to be collected on delivery. Canned goods in hermetically sealed tin cans, which do not contain any liquid, are mailable as fourth class matter

Perfection Dyes Guaranteed Brilliant and Fast agaw?shi"g.and UY ( Babson’s Shoe Store, ) $3 Boots, I MEN, ABSON’S Foxcroft, Maine, $2 “ WOMEN, BOOTS. ( is the place to buy ) $1.50 “ for ) CHILDREN.

6 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY J. L. Stuart's Art Store. AVliolesale ami Retail. PICTURES FRAMED IN THE LATEST STYLE ------IN------Gold, Bronze, Metal, White and Gold, and Natural Woods.

.Artists’ Materials, Engravings, Etch.in.gs, Photo­ gravures, Photographs, Easels, etc. 7 State Street, Bangor, Me. J. P. FINNEGAN & CO., Mfgrs. of Fine CRACKERS & BISCUIT SPECIALTIES : Bar Harbor and Kineo Pilot Bread, Jersey Butter Crackers, Cream Soda Biscuit, Snow Flake and Dot Oyster Crackers. 63 to 69 Broad Street, BANGOR, - - MAINE. $8.00 per gross delivered. Circulars and samples free. W. Cushing & Co., Foxcroft, Me. TTV ) Babson’s Shoe Store, ( $3 Boots, ) MEN, BABSON’S Foxcroft, Maine, $2 “ [ WOMEN, OOTS ) is the place to buy ( $1.50 “ for ) CHILDREN. GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 7

DISTANCES AND FARES,

Bangor and Piscataquis R. R.

Sangerville...... 7...... $ 40 Brownville Junction.. 23...... 1 20 Guilford...... 9...... 45 . 32...... 1 55 Abbott Village...... 12...... 60 Orneville...... '...... 18...... 90 Monson Junction...... 14...... 70 Lagrange ...... 21...... 1 05 Monson...... 20...... 1 05 So. Lagrange...... 25...... 1 25 Blanchard...... 23...... 95 Alton...... 31...... 1 45 Shirley...... 29...... 1 25 Oldtown...... 40...... 1 75 Greenville...... 37...... 1 60 Great Works...... 41...... 1 75 East Dover...... 3...... 25 Webster...... 44...... 1 85 Sebec and Atkinson... 7...... 45 Orono...... 45...... 1 95 Milo Junction...... 13...... 65 Basin Mills...... 46 ...... 1 95 Milo...... 15...... 75 Veazie...... 49...... 1 95 Brownville...... 19...... 95 Bangor ...... 53...... 1 95

Maine Central R. R.

Silver’s Mills...... 10...... $ 50 Skowhegan...... 3 25 Dexter...... 15.. . * 75 Winslow...... ----- 59...... 2 75 Corinna...... 23...... fl 10 Vassalboro...... 65...... 3 00 Newport...... 30...... JI 40 Riverside ...... 69...... 3 25 East Newport...... 33...... 1 55 Augusta...... ----- 77...... 3 40 Etna...... 39...... 1 80 Hallowell...... 79...,....3 50 Carmel...... 43.. Gardiner...... ----- 83...... 3 65 Hermon Pond...... 47.. South Gardiner ....----- 87...... 3 85 Hermon Centre...... 51.. Dresden ...... ----- 91...... 4 05 Bangor ...... 57.. ..§||.2 25 Iceboro...... 92.... Detroit...... 33...... 1 60 Richmond...... 94...... 4 15 Hartland...... 43 . Harwards...... 98...... 4 40 Pittsfield...... 37...... 1 75 Bowdoinham...... 102...... 4 45 Burnham...... 44...... 2 10 Topsham...... 109...... 4 50 Unity...... 52...... 2 45 Brunswick...... 110...... 4 50 Thorndike...... 56...... 2 60 Brooks ...... 61...... 3 00 *Return, $1 25. Belfast...... 74...... 3 45 t “ 1 75. Clinton...... 49...... 2 35 t “ 2 25. Benton ...... 55...... 2 60 § “ 2 75. Waterville...... 58...... 2 65 11Limited,! 85. F. L. KIMBALL, 1 Merrick Square, - - Dover. Maine& <1 STAPLE AND FANCY DRY GOODS, tx Crockery and Glass Ware, Lamp Goods, Room Papers, WINDOW SHADES, DRAPERIES, &c.

When in want of anything in above lines of goods please call or write for samples. I can show you a larger and more beautiful line of Room! Papers for 1891 than ever before.

Perfection Dyes Guaranteed Brilliant and Fast washing. UY ( Babson’s Shoe Store, $3 Boots, MEN, ABSON’S j Foxcroft, Maine, $2 “ WOMEN, BOOTS. ( is the place to buy $1.50 “ for CHILDREN.

S POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY WHAT! Never Smoked a “Hog Cigar?” Go and get one quick Or you will miss half of your life.

L. W. SAVAGE, Sole Agt.,

Bangor, - - Maine.

PATENTS, t TRADE-MARKS, Designs, Labels, Copyrights, etc., Procured in the United States and Foreign Countries ------BY’------P. W. J. LANDES, Solicitor and Draughtsman.

Full record of every patent issued in the United States. Copies of the same furnished at 25 cents each. Call or write for infor­ mation. Office, Kenduskeag Bridge, Cor. East Market Square,

Up One Flight. Bangor,______Maine. DnvfnntiA-n Tivnc $8.00 per gross delivered. Circulars and samples free. rfirieCllOD Dyes ’ P W. Cushing & Co., Foxcroft, Me. ttv ( Babson’s Shoe Store, ) $3 Boots, ) MEN, ABSON’S Foxcroft, Maine, $2 “ WOMEN, BOOTS is the place to buy ) $1. “ for ) CHILDREN. GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 9

DISTANCES AND FARES—CONTINUED.

Maine Central R. R.—Continued.

Hillside...... 114...... $4 65 Winthrop...... 86...... 3 90 Freeport...... 118...... 4 80 Annabessacook...... 89...... 4 05 Yarmouth...... 124...... 4 85 Monmouth...... 92...... 4 15 Cumberland ...... 128...... 4 90 Leed’s Junction ...... 96...... 4 30 West Falmouth ....-----131...... 4 95 Greene ...... 99...... 4 40 Westbr’k Jet. Deering 135...... 5 00 Lewiston...... 106...... 4 50 Woodfords...... 136... ..-.5 00 Auburn...... 107.... Portland...... 139...... 5 00 Danville Junction...... 116...... 4 75 Oakland...... 64...... 2 90 New Gloucester...... 118...... 4 80 North Belgrade ...... 68...... 3 15 Gray...... 122...... 4 85 Belgrade...... 73...... 3 40 Walnut Hill...... 128...... 4 90 Readfleld...... 81...... 3 65 Cumberland Junction. 131...... 4 90 Maranacook...... 83...... 3 80 Bath...... 119...... 4 60

Mt. Desert Branch.

Penobscot Junction.. . 58...... $1 90 Ellsworth...... 87...... 3 00 Holden...... 68...... 2 30 Franklin Road ...... 93...... 3 30 Lake House...... 72...... 2 45 Mt. Desert Ferry ...... 96...... 3 60 Reed’s Pond...... 75...... 2 60 Bar Harbor...... 108...... 3 85 Ellsworth Falls...... 85...... 3 00 1

Bucksport Branch.

Brewer Village...... 60...... $1 95 i Bucksport Centre...... 71 2 35 Orrin gton...... 63...... 2 10 Bucksport...... 76. 2 45 So. Orrington...... 66...... 2 35

The Dinsmore PHOTOGRAPH STUDIO,IX> 35 Union Sq., Dover, Me.

Highest grade of work at lowest prices. Orders filled promptly. India Ink, Crayon and Water Color work a specialty. We ate always pleased to show samples of our work. ______A. H. DINSMORE.

Perfection Dyes Guaranteed Brilliant and Fast & washing. UY ( Babson’s Shoe Store, ) $3 Boots, ) MEN, ABSON’S J Foxcroft, Maine, ’ $2 “ [ WOMEN, BOOTS. ( is the place to buy ) $1.50 “ for ) CHILDREN.

10 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY Steamer Frolic, FRANK V. JORDAN, PROPRIETOR. SEBEC LAKE, ME. Steamer Frolic has accommodations for parties of twenty, and will be at the disposal of private parties only. Sebec Lake is noted for its Romantic Scenery, Splendid Camping Grounds and Fishing. Landlock Salmon, Bass, and Speckled Trout in abundance. Any party wishing the services of the Frolic and her Mas­ ter, by addressing Frank A. Jordan, Sebec, Me., will re­ ceive prompt attention. Parlies can meet the Frolic at Sebec Village, 4 miles from Sebec Station. Stage connects with mail trains on B. & P. R. R., or at Blething’s Mills, 4 miles from Dover and Fox­ croft. \

Wholesale and Retail Dealers in CONFECTIONERY ® NUTS.

All Goods Warranted Pure, FOX & CO., 7 Kenduskeag Bridge, Bangor, Me. Dnidnn Hnn Bvoc $8-00 per gross delivered. Circulars and samples free, luiluulluli 1/juS w. Cashing & Co., Foxcroft, Me. UY Babson’s Shoe Store, $3 Boots, ) MEN, ABSON’S Foxcroft, Maine, $2 “ [ WOMEN, OOTS. is the place to buy $1.50 “ for ) CHILDREN. GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 11

RATES OF FARE FROM DOVER FOXCROF'T, WEST & SOUTH.

Compiled by W. W. Flint, Agent M. C. B, B., Dover and Foxcroft, subject to change after ten days notice. Any further information or particulars furnished by the agent.

Ist Class. 2nd Cla>ss, IstClliss. 2nd Cla.ss. Adrian, Mich...... $22 50 ....$20 35 Canton. Dak...... 39 80 .... 35 10 Akron, N. Y...... 16 60 Cedar Rapids, Iowa 31 75 .... 28 75 Akron, Ohio...... 21 55 20 00 Cliyenne, Wyo...... 53 65 .... 51 65 Albany, N. Y...... 11 00 Chicago, Ill...... 25 00 .... 22 00 Albert Lea, Minn .. 34 50 . 31 00 Chihuahua, Mex... 78 20 .... 61 00 Albion, Mich...... 23 25 ..... 20 85 C hippewa Falls Wis 34 35 .... 31 00 Albuquerque, N. M. 67 00 ..... 54 25 Church Ferry, Dak. 50 50 .... 41 00 Ann Arbor, Mich.. 21 90 .... 19 80 Cincinnati, O... .. 26 00 .... 23 50 Arkansas City,Kan. 42 75 ,.... 38 00 Clyde, Kan...... 40 70 .... 35 95 Ashland, Wis...... 37 70 ..... 33 00 Colorado Spgs., Col. 54 65 .... 49 90 Aspen, Col...... 67 50 ..... 62 75 Colton, Cal...... 95 25 .... 66 00 Atchison, Kan...... 36 50 ..... 31 75 Council Bluffs, Iowa 37 50 .... 34 50 Atlanta, Ga...... 33 50 ..... 28 75 Dallas, Texas...... 49 20 .... 37 70 Austin, Tex...... 54 35 . ... 41 25 Davenport, Iowa... 30 00 .... 26 50 Baltimore, Md...... 16 55 . Deadwood, Dak.... 59 10 .... 56 10 Battle Creek, la... 38 35 . 35 35 Deming, N. M...... 68 60 .... 54 25 Bay City, Mich...... 22 45 . ...20 00 Denison, Tex...... 47 95 .... 36 70 Benson, Ariz...... 75 60 ..... 62 95 Denver, Col...... 54 65 .... 49 90 Big Rapids, Mich.. 25 10 ..... 23 10 Des Moines, Iowa.. 35 15 .... 32 10 Big Sandy, Mont... 76 30 . ... 51 00 Detroit, ihich...... 21 00 .... 20 00 Billings, Mont...... 72 40 ..... 51 50 Duluth, Minn...... 34 70 .... 30 00 Birmingham, Ala.. 35 80 . ...31 05 East Saginaw, Mich 22 65 .... 20 30 Bismark, Dak...... 51 60 . ... 41 00 Eau Clara, Wis...... 34 35 .... 31 00 Boulder, Col...... 54 65 ..... 49 90 El Paso, Texas...... 68 60 .... 54 25 Bowling Green,Ken 31 41 . ... 28 66 Emporia, Kan...... 39 85 .... 35 10 Buena Vista, Col... 60 65 . ...55 90 Erie, Pa...... 19 65 .... Buffalo, N. Y...... 17 15 . Fon du Lac, Wis.... 29 45 .... 26 45 Buford, Dak...... 60 10 . 45 00 Fort Brenton, Mont 78 35 .... 52 00 Burlington, Iowa.. 31 15 . ...27 25 Fort Payne, Ala.... 34 03 .... 29 28 Burlington, Vt...... 11 50 . Fort Scott, Kan.... 38 00 .... 33 25 Butte City, Mont... 79 25 . 56 00 Fort Worth,Tex.... 50 15 .... 38 35 Cairo, Ill...... 30 25 . ...27 25 Galveston, Tex.... 54 95 .... 42 15 Calumet, Mich...... 37 65 . ...34 65 Green Bay, Wis.... 39 85 .... 27 85 Canon, City, Col.... 56 65 . ...51 90 Hamlinton, Dak ... 48 30 .... 41 00 F. H. JACKSON, Fire, Life and Accident Insurance

Best Companies, Lowest Rates.

NO, 9 LINCOLN ST.,______FOXCROFT, ME. Perfection Dyes Guaranteed Brilliant and Fast aga^XaM UY ( Babson’s Shoe Store, $3 Boots, MEN, ABSON’S < Foxcroft, Maine, $2 “ WOMEN, BOOTS. ( is the place to buy $1.50 “ for CHILDREN.

12 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY

OAKES & CHANDLER.

Successors to Dole Brothers. ^FURNITURE, CARPETS-.

NAMMONP STREET, OPP. COURT JiOUgE,

BANGOR, MAINE.

$8.00 per gross delivered. Circulars and samples free. Perfection Dyes W. Cushing & Co., Foxcroft, Me. UY Babson’s Shoe Store, $3 Boots, MEN, ABSON’S Foxcroft Maine, $2 “ WOMEN, B OOTS. is the place to buy $1.50 “ for CHILDREN. GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK 13

RATES OF FARE—CONTINUED.

1st Class. 2nd Class. 1st Class. 2nd Class Hannibal, Mo...... $31 00- .. ..$26 25 Hilsboro, Dak...... 44 25 .. .. 39 75 Racine, Wis...... 27 35 .. .. 24 35 Hot Springs, Ark.., 41 75 ..... 37 00 Reading, Cal...... 85 50 ..... 62 75 Houston, Tex...... 53 45 .. ..40 65 Riverside, Cal...... 95 25 .. .. 66 00 Indianapolis, Ind.. 27 00 .. ..25 00 St. Cloud, Minn.... 38 75 .. .. 23 25 Jacksonville, Fla... 41 90 St. Louis, Mo...... 29 00 .. .. 24 25 Jamestown, Dak. .. 47 50 . . .. 41 00 St. Paul, Minn...... 34 70 .. .. 30 00 Janesville, Wis. .. 27 73 .. .. 24 73 Sac ramento, Cal.... 95 25 .. .. 66 00 J efferson City, Mo.. 32 75 . .. 28 00 Salt Lake City,Utah 76 50 .. .. 56 75 Kalama, Wash...... 82 50 .. .. 59 50 Santa Fe, N. M... 65 00 .. .. 53 10 Kansas City, Mo... 36 50 .. .. 31 75 San Diego, Cal...... 95 25 .. .. 66 00 Kearney, Neb...... 42 20 .. .. 39 85 San Francisco...... 95 25 .. .. 66 00 La Crosse, Wis...... 32 85 .. .. 29 85 San Jose, Cal...... 95 25 .. .. 66 00 Lansing, Mich...... 22 05 .. .. 19 95 Saratoga, N. Y...... 11 65 Leavenworth, Kan 36 50 .. .. 31 75 Sault Ste. Marie,Mid.128 90 .. .. 24 05 Lincoln, Neb...... 39 40 .. .. 36 40 Seattle, Wash...... 82 50 .. .. 59 50 Little Rock, Ark.... 39 35 ..... 34 60 Silverton, Col...... 75 55 .. .. 70 59 Los Angeles, Cal... 95 25 .. .. 66 00 Sioux City, Iowa... 39 70 .. .. 35 10 Madison, Wis...... 28 90 .. .. 25 90 Sioux Falls, Dak... 40 60 .. .. 35 90 Maricopa, Ariz----- 82 20 .. .. 66 00 Spokane Falls,Wash 92 50 .. .. 64 00 Marysville, Cal...... 95 25 .. .. 66 00 Stevens Point, Wis 32 05 .. .. 29 05 Mexico City, Mex.. 92 60 .. .. 66 80 Stillwater, Minn.... 36 50 .. .. 31 00 Milwaukee, Wis.... 27 55 .. .. 24 55 Stockton, Cal...... 92 25 .. .. 66 60 Minneapolis, Minn. 34 70 .. .. 30 05 Syracuse, N. Y .... Missoula, Mont.... 85 10 .. .. 58 50 Tacoma, Wash...... 82 50 .. .. 59 50 Muncie, Ind...... 26 25 .. .. 24 15 Texarkana, Ark.... 43 70 .. .. 35 25 New Orleans, La... 43 00 .. .. 37 25 Toledo, Ohio...... 22 50 .. .. 20 00 Niagara Falls,N. Y. 17 15 Topeka, Kan...... 38 00 .. .. 33 25 Ogden, Utah...... 76 50 .. .. 56 75 Trinadad, Col...... 56 45 .. .. 51 60 Olympia, Wash.... 82 50 .. .. 59 50 Utica, N. Y...... 12 90 Omaha, Neb...... 37 75 .. .. 34 75 Vancouver, B. C.... 82 50 ..... 59 50 Oskosh, Wis...... 29 95 .. .. 26 95 Virginia City,Nev.. 98 25 .. .. 69 00 Paola, Kan...... 36 60 .. .. 32 85 Walla Walla, Wash. 92 50 .. .. 64 00 Philadelphia, Pa... 14 25 Washington, D. C... 18 72 .. Port Arthur, Ont.. 43 80 .. .. 35 65 Waterloo, Iowa.. .. 33 25 .. 7. 30 25 Port Huron, Mich.. 20 00 .. .. 18 00 Watertown, Dak.. . 42 25 .. .. 37 35 Port Townsend, Wichita, Kan...... 42 10 .. .. 37 35 Washingto n...... 82 50 .. .. 59 50 Williamsport, Pa... 17 50 .. .. 15 50 Portland, Ore...... 82 50 .. .. 59 50 Winnepeg, Man...... 48 25 .. .. 31 65 Prescott, Ariz...... 98 70 .. .. 73 00 Yanktown, Dak .... 41 40 .. .. 36 70 Pueblo, Col...... 54 65 .. .. 49 90 Ypsalanti, Mich.... 21 65 .. .. 19 55 I>li. II. <3K lillliliN . Ota and Residence, Foxcroll Exchange, Foxcroft, Me.

CLAIRVOYANT & ECLECTIC PHYSICIAN. Spscial attention given to Chronic Diseases. Consultation Free. ffijrFor particulars in regard to office days and hours see local papers. Perfection Dyes Guaranteed Brilliant and Fast agaiXi^gand UY ( Babson’s Shoe Store. $3 Boots, MEN, ABSON’S J Foxcroft, Maine, $2 “ WOMEN, BOOTS. ( is the place to buy $1.50 “ for CHILDREN.

14 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY AH THERE Whiskers on Your Chin ? Then Go To ^F. BIGELOW’S BARBER SHOPw •------And get an Easy Shave or a Stylish Hair Cut. Two chairs. No long waits. COR. MAIN & SOUTH STS. - ■ DOVER, MAINE. Under C. D. Paine's. SAWYER & GIFFORD, -^DEALERS IN^—• K1BUILDERS’ HARDWARE, BAR IRONO AND STEEL, HORSE & OX SHOES, Windows, Glass, Sashes, Agricultural Implements, Beltiog & Coal. MEURICK SQI AKE, DOVER. - MAINE. FULLER & GOODWIN,7“ healers in all kinds of Choice Groceries, Fresh aei Salt Meats, Fish, Oysters, Poultry, Corn and Feed, Lard, Hams, Sausage, Vegetables, Canned Goods, Pickles, Toba;:o, Cigars, etc. MERRICK SQUARE, Dover, - - - - Maine.

^COMPANY,O Dover, ______Maine. $8.00 per gross delivered. Circulars and samples free. W. Cushing & Co., Foxcroft, Me. UY Babson’s Shoe Store, 1 $3.00 Boots, 'I MEN, ABSON’S Foxcroft, Maine, > $2.00 “ J- WOMEN, B OOTS is the place to buy J $1.50 “ for J CHILDREN GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 15

CHURCHES.

Advent. Methodist. Advent, Rev. O. S. French. Methodist, Rev. J. W. Day. Baptist. Freewill Baptist, Rev. A.G. Hill.

INDEPENDENT ORDERS.

I. O. O. F. I. O. G. T. Kineo, No. 64.—Meets every Friday. Harmony, No. 160.—Meets every Tuesday. Eldorado Encampment, No. 20 — Meets 1st and 3rd Monday. G. A. R. Daughters of Rebekah. C. S. Douty Post, No. 23. Wenonah, D. of R.—Meets 1st and United Fellowship. 3rd Tuesday. Union, No. 39.—Meets 1st and 3rd Friday. A. O. IT. W. Protection, No. 10.—2nd and 4th Order of Iron Hall. Monday. No. 914.—2nd and 4tli Wednesday.

15,000 BUSINESS MEN READ Tic Industrial- Journal

______EACH WEEK. Perfection Dyes Guaranteed Brilliant and Fast UY ( Babson’s Shoe Store, ) $3 Boots, ) MEN, ABSON’S J Foxcroft, Maine, [ $2 “ J WOMEN, BOOTS. ( is the place to buy ) $1.50 “ for ) CHILDREN.

16 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY

i F. D. Barrows, { BSSSFe:} Job Printer*- GUIDE ANI) REFERENCE BOOK 17

BUSINESS DIRECTORY ------OF------doverand foxcroft. Contains a complete list of all the Business Houses of the two towns, compiled and published by the Poole & Yeaton Directory Publishing Co., 63 Exchange St., Ban­ gor, Me., and presented with the compli­ ments of leading business firms. Academy. Piscataquis Savings Bank, Mairs Foxcroft Academy, E. L. Sampson, St., Dover Prin., Foxcroft Bath Rooms. Agricultural Implements. PISCATAQUIS LAUNDRY AND* SAWYER &■ GIFFORD, Mer BATH ROOMS, E. B. Spearing^ rick Sq., Dover. See ad. page 14 6 North St.,Foxcroft. See page 2S STEWARD,J. II. SON,12 Lin Bill Posters. coin St., Foxcroft. See ad. page 18 Sanford Bros., Main St., Dover Apothecaries. Blacksmiths. Buck Wm. & Co., 15 Foxcroft Sq. Chamberlain, C., Dover Foxcroft Jennison, T. L., Foxcroft EVAYS, E. P.,19 Union Sq., Do­ Lanplier & Brockway, South St.,, ver. See ad. page 18 Dover Kitttredge, W. H., Union Sq., Dover Lanplier, O. J., Union Sq., Dover Ammunition. Martin, O. P.. North St., Foxcroft Parsons, H. C. Barrows, G. L., Main St., Dover Sanford, E. BAIEEY, F. J ., Foxcrott. See ad.page Blankets, Robes, etc. Artificial Flies. Brockway, A. B., Union Sq., Dovex- CARLETON, C. T., BAIEEY, F. E., Foxcroft. See Main St.„ ad.page F Dover. See ad. page 18 WILLIAMS, C. A., 15 Lincoln St.* Artists. Foxcroft. See ad. page 22 CHASE, S. J., Main St., Foxcroft. See ad. page 32 Boiler Builders. DINSMORE, A. II., 35 Union Sq- Foxcroft Foundry& MachineWork® Dover. See ad. page 9 SMITH, A. B,, North St , Fox­ SMITHPHOTO. CO., Main St., croft. See ad. page 31 Dover. See ad. page 16 Book Sellers <&> Stationers. Artists Materials. Buck, Wm. & Co., 15 Foxcroft Sq.» WHITTREDGE, D. M., North Foxcrolt St., Foxcr »ft. See ad. page 20 EVANS, E. P.. Union Sq., Dover- See ad. page 18 Axes Edge Tools. Kittredge. C. B., Main St., Dover SAWYER GIFFORD, Mer­ rick Sq.. Dover. See ad. page 14 Boots &> Shoes. STEWARD, J. II. SON, 12 Babson &. Co., 8 Lincoln St., Fox- L y^-oln St., Foxcroft. See ad. page ur<»ft. Sue inauui lines, pages 2 Davis, A. S., North St., Foxcroft Bakers. Eldridge, N. J., East Dover FOXCROFT BAKERY, J. O. Mayhew, H. B., East Dover Harrington. Prop., North St., Roberts, J. T., & Co., 26 Union Sq.„ Fox croft. See ad. page 25 Dover Banks. Building Association. Kineo National Bank, Main St., Piscataquis Loan & Building As- Dover sociation______Nice Horses ford carriages at Briggs & Scales stables Gull- Every variety and style neat­ ly and promptly executed at F. D. Barrows, Joi) Printing. reasonable prices by Foxcroft u Me. IS POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY W. E. PARSONS, Attorney and Counselor at Law. Notary Public. Rooms, Firs Floor, Ao. 7 Lincoln Street, FOXCROFT, MAINE. Conveyancing, Collections and Law But in ess in all the courts promptly attended to. L. A EVAKiS, EWEiY 'rVOE.

DEALER INJ" Drugs, Patent Medicines, Books, Stationery, Cutlery, Fancy Goods, &c. We call particular attention to our two specialties, E\ans’Cough Mixture and Evans’ Cholera Mixture,which retail for 25 cts. each and are giving excellent satisfaction. We solicit mail orders from persons living at a distance from drug stores md give them prompt Attention. Orders amounting to $5.00 or less will be sent by Express and “Expensed”, the Express Company paying for the goods and collecting the m< ney on deliv­ ery. By this means the customer is at no trouble or expence except the ordinary charges for carrying the goods. Address all orders to Dover Post Office. J. H. Steward & Son, ------DEALERS IN------Builders' Hardware and Nails, ------FINE CUTLERY A SPECIALTY.------Carpenters’ And Farming Tools, Iron And Steel, Paints, Oils and Varnishes, Windows, Glass and Putty. NO. 12 LINCOLN STREET, - - - FOXCROFT, MAINE.

Merrick Square, Dover, Maine. Ilnravc Duodu to furnish stylish and handsome turnouts at Briggs & .illndj b flvdllj Scales stable, Guilford. r I make a specialty of Bill and ] F. D. Barrows J Letter Heads, Statements, > Next door to P. O. Joi Printins:. [ Cards, Tags, Envelopes, etc. J Foxcroft, Me. GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 19

Boot <&> Shoe Makers Builders. SMITH, A. B., North St..Foxcroft, Daggett Geo. W., Dover See adv. page 31 HIT ENIAX, AARON D., Dover. See ad. page 20 Coffins & Caskets. Pratt, F E., Pleasant St., Dover DOWXIXG, G. G , 33 Union Sq., Carpets <&> Oil Clotlis. Dover. See adv. page 20 OBER CLARK, Union Sq. Dov­ Confectionery, Fruit, etc. er. See front cover Co-Operative Trading Co., Lincoln Carriage Manufacturers. St., Foxcroft Emerson, L. W., Cor. Pearl & Main DWYER, J. E., South St., Dover. Sts., Dover See adv. page 22 Knowlton, A., Foxcroft FULLER GOODWIX, 55 Main Shaw, S. C., North St., Foxcroft St., Dover. See adv. page 14 WATERMAN, F. E., 43 Union Ham. C. S., Main St., Dover Sq., Dover. See ad. page 3 HAM, G. NV., Main St., Foxcroft. Carriage Painter. See adv. page 32 Jewett, W. M., North St., Foxcroft HANI, W. S., cor. Main and Lin­ WATERMAN, F. E., Main St., coln Sts., Foxcroft. See page 32 Dover. See ad. page 3 Harvey, L. A. & W. B., South St., Dover Cigars, Tobacco, Pipes, etc. McXAUGHTON, A. J., Vorth St., Co-operative Trading Co., 11 Lin­ Foxcroft. See page 32 coln St., Foxcroft Norton, S., Union Sq., Dover DWYER, J. E., South St., Dover. Wallace, C. E., Union Sq., Dover See ad. page 22 FI LLER &, GOODWIX, 55 Main Cordage. St., Dover. See adv. page 14 SAWYER

First class teams for business or pleasure at short notice. Bills. Circulais and other Advertising matter distributed at reasonable rates. NO. 24 NORTH STREET, FOXCROFT, MAINE. Briggs & Scales at low’rates. ’ P ace o ge a ice turnout D. Barrows, Circulars, Price Lists, Catalogues etc. ine Commercial Printing, Foxcroft, Me. Samples and prices sent on application.

20 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY F. AV. Knowlton, Counselor and Attorney at Law Special attention given to collections and general practice in all the courts. NOTARY PUBLIC. INSURANCE BROKER. • Foxcroft, lVIaine. J. Q. Lander, Buy your Marble and Dealer in

Crockery <&> Glassware. WADE, E. D. SON, 12 Lin­ agt., Main St., Dover. coln St., Foxcrott. See adv. page 18 Fancy Goods. Dentists. Brockway, H. S. Union Sq., Dover. Abbot,A. F., Foxcroft Sq., Foxcroft Curtis, L. B. Foxcroft Sq., Foxcroft. Buswell, C. H., Foxcroft Sq., Fox­ FOLSOM, F. D. 38 Union Sq., Do­ croft. ver. See page 30 Robinson, H. A., 12 Union Sq., Do­ KIMBALL, F. E. Merrick Sq., ver Dover. See page 7 Doors, Sash and Blinds. OBER CLARK, Union Sq., Hubbard, W. P , Foxcroft Dover. See front cover. SAWYER GIFFORD, Merrick WADE, E. D. CO., 13 Lin­ Kittredge, Union Sq., Dover. coln St., Foxcroft. See page 22 Dry Goods. Furniture Manufacturers &, Dealers. Curtis, L. B. Foxcrott Sq. Foxcroft. FOLSOU, F. D. 38 Union Sq., Do­ ARNOLD, J. F. & SON., 14 Lin­ ver. See adv page 30 coln St., Foxcroft. See page G KIMBALL, F. E. Merrick Sq. Bailey, E. D., Main St., Foxcroft. Dover. See page 7 Foxcroft Molasses Candy'. OBER &, CLARK, Union Sq. Do­ Wilbur, Geo. II., Manufacturer, ver. See Front Cover. Foxcroft. PERFECTION COW TAIL HOLLER, FARNHAM & MARROW, Sole Manfgs. and. Dealers.

Office & Sale Rooms, MAIN ST., DOVER, MAINE.

All orders by mail promptly attended to. ______BOX 305. LOWEST PRICES AT C. F. SCALES & CO., GUILFORD, MAINE. Every variety and style neat­ ly and promptly executed at F. D. Barrows, Job Printiiitt. reasonable prices by Foxcroft, Me.

22 POOLE & YEATOJUS BUSINESS DIRECTORY Frank E. Guernsey, ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW, Dover. Maine. Collections, Conveyancing and General Law Busi­ ness PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO. GRIST MILL, E. A. Ireland & Co.,' Props. Foxcroft, Maine. We have our grain and mill feed come right through from the west in car lots, also salt in car lots right from the vessel, consequently our stock is always new and clean and our prices right. Low prices made op large lots for spot cash. DWYER’S RESTAURANT, Basement Paine’s Clothing Store, Dover. Moil**. Meals at all Hours, Only 25c. Bread, Cakes, Cookies, Dorghnuts, Pies, etc. Oysters Served in any Style. _A_ Olioiee Line of rl obacco and Cigars. C. A. WILLIAMS. ------ZDealer in------Harneses, Whips, Robes. Blankets, &c.

Agent for Dr. Daniels’ Veterinary Remedies. Practical Taxidermy in all its Branches. LINCOLN ST.,______FOXCROFT, ME. NECKWEAR Finest in Piscataquis county, at C. F. Scales & D. Barrows, / Circulars, Price Lists, Catalogues etc. Fine Commercial Printing, < Samples and Prices sent on application, oxcroft, Me. GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK.______23

Furnaces. Hair Dressers. FAVOR, E. S., 1 and 5 Main St., BIGEEOW, FRANK, cor. Main Foxcroft. See adv. page 30 and South Sts., Dover. See adv. FAOEB, J. Q», Main St., Dover. page 14 Norton, W. H., Union Sq., Dover See adv. page 20 Sanford Bros., Main St., Dover Furs. Warren, E. L., North St., Foxcroft OBER <&> CEARK., Union Sq., Warren, B. J., Merrick Sq., Dover Dover. See front cover Hardware. Granite Workers. Co-Operative Trading Co., 11 Lin­ SAMPSOST, W. E., Union Sq., Do­ coln St., Foxcroft ver. See page 20 SAWYER & GIFFORD, Mer­ rick Sq., Dover. See adv. page 14 Grist Mill. STEWARD, J. II. SON, 12 IRELAND, E. A. CO., 13 Lin­ Lincoln St., Foxcroft. See adv. coln St., Foxcroft. See page 22 page 18 Hats and Caps. Groceries Provisions. Eldridge, W. J., East Dover Batchelor, E. A., 34 Union Sq., Do­ GET< HEEE, A. C., Main St., Do- ver. - ver. Set front cover Barrows, Geo. L., Mam St., Dover. INGAEES, R. M. CO., cor. Co-Operative Trading Co., Lincoln North and Lincoln Sts., Foxcroft. St., Foxcroft See page 28 Eldridge, W. J., East Dover PAINE, C. D., 13 and 15 Union Sq., FI LEER & GOODWIN, 55 Main Dover. See adv. page 26 St., Dover. See adv. page 14 Poole, Geo. M., 25 Union Sq., Dover HAM, W. S., cor. Main and Lin­ coln Sts., Foxcroft. See adv. Job Printers. page 32 BARROWS, F. D., Foxcroft Sq., Harvey, L. A. & W. B, South St., Foxcroft, next door to P. O. See Dover top lines pages 17 to 33 and in­ Mayhew, H. B., East Dover set between pages 32 and McNAUGHTON, A. J., 7North St., 33 Foxcroft.

Agents established in towns as follows: Herrick & Sampson, Brown­ ville; F. M. Strout, Milo; H. W. Wing, Sungerville; H. J. French, Gull­ ord; C. L. Jackson, Monson; D. T. Sanders & Son, Greenville. Woik left with our agents We Inesday will be returned Saturday. Work guaranteed to give satisfaction.

nice carriagesJ always ready at Good Roadors,vuuviuj Briggs & Scales stables, Guilford. ly and promptly executed at fXlUUIfill J.Prilltl 1 111 Lilly* 11 IT . f[ reasonable prices by J1- F.Foxcroft, D. Barrows, Me.

24 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY H. W. BLETHEN, JEWELER& OPTICIANJ Has a Large Assortment of WATCHES, CLOCKS, & DIAMONDS, JEWELERY, M SILVER AND PLATED WARE.

A COMPLETE LINE OP OPTICAL GOODS.

JEWELRY OF ALL KINDS » * MADE AND REPAIRED H. W. BLETHEN, Blethen House, - Dover, Maine, .Entrance Court street. jHllbber Goods ft lowest possible prices. C. F. Scales & Co., Guil C I make a specialty of Bill and 1 F. D. Barrows J Letter Heads, Statements, > Next door to P. O. Job Printing. [ Cards, Tags, Envelopes etc, J Foxcroft, Me. GUIDE and REFERENCE BOOK.25

Insurance Agents. GUERXSEY, FRANK E., Union Sq., Dover. See page 22 DOW, W. H., Dover. See pages HAYES, C. W., 5 Lincoln St., Fox­ Howard ^Geo. E., 9 Main St., Dover croft. See page 30 JicKSOX, F. IE, 9 Lincoln St., KNOWLTOX, F. VV.,5 Lincoln St., Foxcroft. See page 20 Foxcroft. See page 25 PARSOXS, W. E., 7 Lincoln St., KAOIVLTOX, F. W., 5 Lincoln Fox croft. See page 18 St., Foxcroft. See page 20 Peaks & Brown, Union Sq., Dover. Iron Founders. Robinson, A. M., Merrick Sq., Do­ Foxcroft Foundry and Machine ver. Works, F. V. Strickland, proprie­ Eivery Stables. tor, Foxcroft SMITH, A. B.,North St., Foxcroft. Bradman. W. S.. Main St., Dover JEWETT

TV e would say to the residents of Piscataquis County that we are prepared to furnish pastry, and in fact all kinds of food us­ ually round in a first class bakery at a moment’s notice. A choice line of family groceries constantly on hand and we sell strict­ ly tor casli at the very lowest rates. ______FOXOZRQFT, maink. SPRING ad FA I I overcoats in great variety, at C. F- Scales tml-L. & Go., Guilford. f Every vanetv ana style neat- ) u n RapvAwq ly and promptly executed at ' v. DllllUnO, [ reasonable prices by ) Foxcroft, Me.

26 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY . PAIML Custom and Ready-Made Clothing, ------HATS, * CAPS, * ETC.------WE CARRY A FINE LINE OF Foreign Trouserings and Suitings. WE KEEP UP WITH THE TIMES. ®------We have the------® Best Cutter in the State. WE- H/VE A jSTOHE 40/04 FEET FILLED WIT/ STYLISH CLOTHING. ------Mail Orders promptly Filled and can be returned at our expense and money refunded. Patterns of all kinds Cut and sent by Mail. DOVER, - - MAINE.______M UTUAL ENDOWMENT -^DISABILITY AND LIFE INSURANCES*-*- On the Assessment Plan. Certificates issued to Males and Females. Benefits, $1000. $2000, $3000 and $5000. Fays Half The Benefit on Pel'inanent Disability". Six Dollars per Week Sick Benefit. W. H. DOW, - GENERAL AGENT, Dover, Maines Agents Wanted—address as above.' National Mutual Building and Loan Ass’n cf New York. Principal Office, 49 & 51 Chambers St., We desire to call your attention to PAID-UP and INTEREST-BEARING PAID UP SHARES. These we can recommend to our members as a most excellent and safe investment---- the latter pay interest semi-annually at the rate of 6 percent, per annum on the purchase price. These shares are secured by BOND and FIRST MORTGAGE on Real Estate. ______W. H. DOW. AGENT, DOVER. MAINE,

Children’s Rough &Tumble Suits foA',Mai°ne.es &Co” Gul1 D. Barrows, . Circulars, Price Lists, Catalogues etc. ine Commercial I nnting, Samples and prices sent on application. Foxcroft, Me. GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK.27

Millinery & Fancy Goods. Paper Hangings. FOLSOM, F. D., 38 Union Sq., DOWNING, G. G., 33 Union Sq., Dover. See adv. page 30 Dover. See adv. page 20 WADE, E. D., 18 Union sq., Dov­ KIMBALL, F. E., Merrick Sq., er. See adv. page 30 Dover. See adv. page 7 Moccasin Manufacturers. Patent Medicines. LOUGEE, G. W. SON, Main Buck,Wm. & Co., Foxcroft Sq., Fox­ St., Dover. See page 27 croft EVANS, E. P.,19 Union Sq.,Dover. Newspapers. See adv. page 18 PISCATAQUIS OBSERVER, McNaughton, a. j., North st., Observer Publishing Co., F. B. Foxcroft. See adv. page 32 Canny, Manager, Publishers. See adv.page 2 Photographers. CHASE, S. J., Main St., Foxcroft. Opticians. See adv. page 32 Blethen, A. G., Union Sq., Dover DINSMORE, A. H., 35 Union Sq., Blethen, Elmer R., 15 Foxcroft Sq., Dover. See adv. page 9 Foxcroft C. A. SMITH PHOTO CO., Union BLETIIEN, II. W., Blethe Sq., Dover. See adv. page 16 House, Dover, entrance Court St. Physicians. See adv. page 24 Meader, Geo. A., 14 Masonic Build BERRY. II. G., (Clairvoyant) Foxcroft Exchange, Foxcroft. ing, Foxcroft See adv. pasre 13 Organ Factory. Cochrane, J. B., Lincoln St., Fox­ Dyer & Hughes, Foxcroft croft Oars, Paddles, & Boat Goff, F. R., Lincoln St., Foxcroft. Fixtures. Merrill, E. Delmont, Union Sq. Dover BAIEEY, F. E., Foxcroft. See Perfection Dyes adv.page F CUSHING, W. CO., mfgrs., Fox­ Paints, Oils, Glass, etc. croft. See lower margin lines SAWYER GIFFORD, Merrick pages 2 to 17 Sq., Dover. See adv. page 14 Planing <&> Moulding Mill. STEWARD, J. II. SON, 12 Lin coin St., Foxcroft. See adv. p. 18 H. J. Dexter Woodworking Co., Dover Painters (carriage) Printers. Jewett, W. M., North St. Foxcroft WATERMAN, F. E„ Union Sq., BARROWS, F. D., Main St., Fox- Dover. See adv. page 3 crott. See inset between 32 & 33 and upper margin lines pages 17 Patent Cowtail Holder. ro 33 FARNHAM &> MARROW, mfgrs OBSERVER PUBLISHING CO. Main St., Dover. See adv. page Union Sq., Dover. See adv. page

G. W, LOUGEE, J, T. LOUGEE, G. W. Lougee & Son, Tanners of Moccasin Leather And Manufacturers of Hand Made Moccasins. Get our prices before purchasing elsewhere. ______MERRICK SQ., DOVER, ME. HATS and CAPS Stylish shapes, low pri es at C. F. Scales & ’ Co., Guilford. Get my prices before placing your orders elsewhere. Sat­ F. D. Barrows, { isfaction guaranteed. } Job Printer.

28 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY___ It. >1. Ingalls Co., Headquarte rs In Denver and Foxcroft for

GENTS’ FURNISHING GOODS IN GREAT VARIETY. A COMPLETE LINE OF HATS, CAPS, TRUNKS, VALISES AND UMBRELLAS, CJoii^tantly in stock. OUR * CUSTOM * WORK Is second to none in the County, and we guarantee satisfaction in this department. R. M. INGALLS & CO., Corner North and Lincoln Sts., Foxcroft, Maine. Jewett & Pollard,

LIVERY, BOARDING AND TRANSIENT * STABLE, e

r Always ready for business or pleasure driving. Single and double | teams for commercial travellers a specialty. Best equipped stable in] the town. Exchange St., Foxcroft, Me. at C. F. Scales & Company, Guilford, NEVER RIP PANTS Maine. I make a specialty of Bill and 1 F. D. Barrows Letter Heads, Statements, > Next door toP. O. Jeb Printing. { Cards, Tags, Envelopes etc. J Foxcroft, Me. GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 29

Real Estate Agents. Stables. JACKSOX, F. H., 9 Lincoln St., JEWETT POEEARD, Ex­ Foxcroft. See adv. page 7 change St., Foxcroft. See page 28 KXOWLTOX, F. W., 5 Lincoln Sanford Bros., opp. Court House, St., Foxcroft See page 20 Dover WOODBURY, H., 24 North St., Restaurants. Foxcroft See adv. page 19 DWYER, J. E., South St., Dover. Buck, Wm. & Co., 15 Foxcroft Sq., See adv. page 22 Foxcroft Roll Top Desks. Stationers. ARNOLD, J. F. &/ SOX, Lincoln EVAXS, E. P., Union Sq., Dover. St., Foxcroft. See adv. page G See adv. page 18 Bailey, E. D., Main St., Foxcroft Kittredge, IV.’H., Union Sq , Dover Saddlery Hardware. Stoves and Tinware CARLETOX, C. T., Main St., Do­ FAVOR, E. S., 1 and 5 Main St., ver. See adv. page 18 Foxcroft. See adv. page 30 WILLIAMS, C. A., Lincoln St., EAXDER, J. <|., Mam St., Dover. Foxcroft. See adv. page 22 See adv. 20 Silver and Plated Ware. Solicitor of Patents. BEETHEX, H. W., Blethen EAXDER, P. w. J., Kenduskeag House. Dover. Entrance on Bridge, Bangor, Me. See page Court St. Se < adv. page 41 Tailors. Sporting Goods. GETCHEEE, A. C., Union Sq., Dover. See front cover BAIEEY, F. E., Foxcroft. See IXGAEES, R. M. CO., corner page F North and Lincoln Sts , Foxcroft. Barrows, Geo. L., Main St., Dover See adv. page 28

W. D. BLETHEN, PROP.

Newly Renovated. Cuisine Unsurpassed. Fine Rooms. Livery Stable Connected,

MAINE. When you wish StaMe.’oSi/Ja, US? tnrnout at Brle«8 * Get my prices before plac­ ing your orders elsewhere. F. D. Bauws, { Satisfaction guaranteed. } Job Prater. 30 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY CALL OX F. D. FOLSOM, FOB Dry Goods, Cloaks, Milli.nery and Fancy Goods. All of the latest novelties at the lowest prices, an3 all goods war­ ranted as represerted. F. D. Folsom, 38 Union Sq., - Dover, Maine. AtEUGENB S. FAVORK- Dealer in ^STOVES, * RANGES, * ..FURNACES, Crockery, Glass Ware, Lamp Goods, Etc. JO" Special Attention Given to Repairing and Job Work, Opp. Mayo’s Factory, - Foxcroft, Maine. E. D. Wade & Co.. • No. 18 Masonic Block. - - Dov< r, Maine. DEALERS IN Dry aid Soods, MILLINERY AND NOTIONS. Nice line of Ladies’ Cot lot Utid< i \\ ea> at popular prices. Cash burets will tit'd it tn their advantage to examine this large stock of Merchandise. c. w. 11 A',' I;-. Counselor Ayr Attornet at Law. Collecting, Conveyancing and General Law Business promptly attended to. No. 5 Lincoln St., ______Foxcroft, Maine. FANCY CHEVIOT SUITS prices, at C.F. Scales 4 Co., Circulars, Price Lists, Catalogues etc. F&eBCommercial Printing, Samples and prices sent on application. I oxcroft, Me. GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK.______31

PAINE, C. D., 13 and 15 Union Sq., Un d er t a k er. Dover.’ See adv. page 26 DOWNING, G. G., 33 Union Sq., Taxidermist. Dover. See adv. page 20 Upholsterer. WILLIAMS, C. A., Lincoln St., Foxcroft. See adv. page 22 ARNOLD, J. F & SON, 14 Lin­ coln St., Foxcroft. See adv. page Ticket Agent. G. FLYNT, W. W. , M. C R. R- Sta- Veterinary Surgeon. tion and B. & P. R. R. Station, Chase. A. B., Dover Foxcrott Watches &- Jewelry. Toilet Articles. Blethen. A. G., 19 Union Sq., Dover Buck, Wm. & Co., 15 Foxcrott Sq.» BEETHEN, II. W., Blethen Foxcroft House, Dover. See adv. page 24 EVANS, L. I*., 19 Union Sq., Do­ Blethen, E. R., Foxcroft Sq., Fox­ ver. See adv. page 18 croft Kittredge, W. H., Union Sq., Dover Meader, G. A., Union Sq , Dover. Trunks and Valises. Water Company. Dover & Foxcrott Water Co., Main Brockway. A. B., Union Sq., Dover St., Dover CARE ETON, C. T., Merrick Sq., Dover. See page 18 Wholesale Grocer. GETCHELL, A. C., Union Sq., NICHOES, C. C., See page 40. Dover. See front cover. Wood Workers INGALLS, R. M. CO., cor. North H. J. Dexter Woodworking Co. & Lincoln Sts. See page 18. PAINE, C. I)., 13 & 15 Union Sq., Woolen Mills. Dover. See page 26 BROWN MFG. CO., Dover. See WILLIAMS, C. A., Lincoln St., adv. page 14 Foxcroft. See adv, page 22 Mayo & Son, Foxfroft. A. B. SMITH, Machinist and Engineer. STEAM HEATING PIPING, ENGINE BOILER WORKS SMALL ENGINES FOR BOATS. And general Machinery repairing. DEALER IN Steam & Water Pipe & Fittings Valves.

Rubber Sheet Packing, Asbestos Sheet Packing, Piston Rod Packing, Hemp Packing, Babbitt, Cotton Waste, Scotch Water Glasses, Radiators and Valves. Also Compression and Bibb cocks for Water Service. Am prepaired to cut and thread Pipe by Special Machine up to 4 inches size. Call and see us. SHOP AT HAY SCALES, NORTH STR1ET, FOXCROFT. Briggs & Scales cSiIgeV. stocked wlth fine horses and stylish [ Get my prices before plac ing your orders elsewhere. F. D. Barrows, [ Satisfaction guaranteed. } Jot Printer. 32 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY

PHOXCROFT’S PHOTOGRAPHER, POSES PLIANT PATRONS PROPERLY, PROVING PATIENT PAINSTAKING PERSEVERANCE PRODUCES PERFECT PORTRAITS. In other words Chase has the same price for everyone and guarentees satisfaction in every case. GEO. V . HAM. No 4 Main Street, - - Foxcroft, Maine. — DEALER IN— CHOICE * FRUITS I AND t CONFECTIONERY. Cold Soda and Ice Cream. Oysters Served to order. A choice line of Cigars, Tobacco and Smokers Articles all neat and in first class order. member tine NO. 4 MAIN STREET, Next Door io Pcst Office, Foxcroft, Maine. W. S. ECAM, DEALER 0 IN Choice Fa mi ly Groceries, Canned. Goods, Confectionery, Tobacco & Cigars. I receive my Flour in Car lots branded at the Mill. Every Barrel War­ ranted to suit. Good goods at the lowest prices. W. S. HAM, Corner Lincoln & Main Sts., FOXCROFT, MAINE. A. J. MCNAUGHTON, ------Dealer in------GROCERIES, PROVISIONS, CANNED GOODS, Confectionery, Cigars, Tobacco, etc., etc. 7 NORTH ST., FOXCROFT. to buy Clothing is at C. F. Scales & Co. THE BEST PLACE Guilford. SEE PAGE D.

GUIDE and reference BOOK. 33 WEIGHTS AND MEASURES.

Troy Weight. Long Measure—Distance. 24 Grains make 1 Pennyweight, 8 Barleycorn 1 Inch, 20 Pennyweights make 1 Ounce. 12 Inches 1 Foot, By this weight gold, silver and 3 Feet 1 Yard, jewels only are weighed. The 5X Yards 1 Rod, ounce and pound in this aie the 40 Rods 1 Furlong, same as in Apothecaries weight. 8 Furlongs 1 Mile. Apothecaries Weight. Time Measure. 20 Grains make one Scruple, 60 Seconds make 1 Minute, 3 Scruples make 1 Drachm, 60 Minutes make 1 Hour, 8 Drachms make one Ounce, 24 Hours make 1 Day, 12 Ounces make 1 Pound. 7 Days make 1 Week, 4 Weeks make 1 Lunar Month, Avoirdupois Weight. 28, 29, 30 or 31 days makel Calendar 16 Drachms make 1 Ounce, Month, 16 Ounces make 1 Pound, 30 Days make 1 Month in computing 25 Pounds make one Quarter, interest. 4 Quarters make 100 weight, 52 Weeks and 1 day, or 12 Calendar 2000 Pounds make 1 Ton. Months make 1 Year. Dry Measure. 365 Days, 5 Hours, 48 Minutes and 49 Seconds, make 1 Solar Year. 2 Pints make 1 Quart, 8 Quarts make 1 Peck, Cloth Measure. 4 Pecks make one Bushel, 21£ Inches 1 Nail, 30 Bushels make one Cauldron. 4 Nails 1 Quarter, 4 Quarters 1 Yard. Liquid or Wine Measure. 4 Gills make one Pint, Square Measure. 2 Pints make one Quart, 144 Square Inches 1 Square Foot. 4 Quarts make one Gallon, 9 Square Feet 1 Square Yard, 31 yz Gallons make one Barrel, 30 T Square Yards 1 Square Rod 2 Barrels make one Hogshead. 40 Square Rods 1 Rood, Cubic Measure. 4 Roods 1 Acre. 1728 Cubic Inches make 1 Cubic foot Surveyors' Measure- 27 Cubic Feet 1 Cubic Yard, 7.92 Inches 1 Link, 128 Cubic Feet 1 Cord (wood,) 25 Links 1 Rod, 40 Cubic Feet 1 Ton (shipping,) 4 Rods 1 Chain, 2150 42 Cubic Inches 1 Standard Bu. 10 Square Ch «.ins, or 160 Square 268.8 Cubic Inches 1 Standard Gal. Ro«ls 1 Acre, 1 Cubic ^oot four-fifths of a Buslie1 640 Acres ’ Square Mile. J. F. Sprague, COUNSELLOR AND ATTORNEY AT LAW. Collecting Probate and Insolvency. NOTARY PUBLIC. Monson, Maine. Sold by John Scales, [Guil­ NEW ENGLAND PIANOS arethebe9t- ford, Maine. tx> SEE PAGE D. 34 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY Straw & Martin,' Insurance ♦ Agents. Gl ILFORD, MAINE. ' REPRESENTING THE FOLLOWING WELL KNOWN COMPANIES. FIRE. LONDON, LIVERPOOL & GLOBE, ORIENT OF HART­ FORD, GUARDIAN OF LONDON. GRANITE STATE OF N. H IJIIl. CONNECTICUT MUTUAL OF HARTFORD. ACCIDEVE EMPLOYERS’ INDEMNITY. TOR FURTHER PARTICULARS CALL OR OR ADDRESS, ■STHAV <& MAIi Fix. GUILFOIiD. VIE. Turner House| GUILFORD, ME. R. TURNER, Proprietor.

GOOD LIVERY CONNECTED WITH THE HOUSE]

FREE HACK TO AND FROM ALL TRAINS. Large stock of Room Paper and Curtains at John Scales. SEE PAGE D. XI GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 35

GUILFORD.

Eight miles Northwest of Dover, on Bangor & Piscataquis Railroad, and terminus of stage line from Dexter and Parkman. Settled in 1806.

CHURCHES.

Baptist. Metliodist. Baptist.—Vacant. Methodist.—Rev. J. Tinling. TTniversalist. Univers alist.—Rev. R. H.Aldrich.

INDEPENDENT ORDERS.

I. O. G. T. P of H New England Order of Protee- VALLEY NO. 144 tion.

I. O. O. F. Masons Good Cheer Lodge. Mt. Kineo, No. 109. DOGS I Boots, t Shoes,

Full blood Scotch Collie Shep. herd Pups for sale. All pups eligi- RITRRPRR ble to registry in A. K. C. S. B. W Full pedigree of five generations furnished on application. R E J? A I R E T> . Price S5.OO.

Mazfield St Connor, Guilford, 0. S. Hall, Guilford, Me. LEAD, OILS, TURPENTINE, etc- ^W«VATH“’ ]«• SEE PAGE D. •»(

36 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY

ESTABLISHED 1856.

GUILFORD, ME. Dry Goods, Fancy Goods, Cloaks,

SHAWLS, CARPETINGS, ETC.

Dress Goods a specialty, although you can hardly call for anything in our other departments we have’nt got. Samples sent to any address when price and color is stated, As we are a One Price House you can do as well ordering as if you; were here personally, Our prices are guaranteed to he perfectly satisfactory. All goods sent C. 0. D. unless cash is sent with order. About Sept. 1st, 1891, we expect to open our new store, two floors 24x84 ft., which will be one of the best arranged and lighted' stores in the State. Our prices up to June 1st you will find unusually low especially in “out of season” goods. Respectfully, J. K EEES & SON. MANADPU MTYFB DSINTQ for outside and inside use. Warranted iuUlmRvn 1U1ALU i Hill ID absolutely pure. Sold by John Scales. SEE PAGE D.

GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 37

GUILFORD DIRECTORY.

Apothecaries Clothing Furnishing Goods SCAJLES, JOHN, Bridge. See Douglass, H. & Co., oppo. Turner lower margin lines pages 33 to 49 House HLTBSON, M

J. A. GQLDTHWAIT, C E. LOMBARD. BOLDTHWAIT & LOMBARD, MANUFACTURERS OF AND DEALERS IN Doors, Sash, Door anfl Wiuflow Frames, Stair Howls, blinds, ealusters, moulding and haed wood flooring. JOB WOLK TO ORDER. ORDERS RY MAIL PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO. GUILFORD,______MAINE. TRY SENRUE’S FLOOR PAINT. SoM?y John Scale??7 °VG1 night SEE PAGE D.

38 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY 1874. 1891. E. H. PAGE Is still at the old stand, ready to supply his customers with m ti E, TABLE CUTLEI Y SILVERWARE. FANCY CROCKERY * * AND GLASSWARE. I have the largest assortment of Stand and Hanging Lamps I have ever shown. Ask for the new style Linen Shades.

FURNACES A SPECIALTY.

F util Line of WOOD, BISHOP & 00’3 Goods. GUILFORD, MAINE. CHOICE LINE OF 5 and 10 cent Cigars at JOHN SCALES. K~ SEE PAGE D.

GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 3a

Furnaces Millinery page, B. L., Abbot Williams, S. L., Abbot PAGE, E II, cor. Abbot and Paintsand Oils Bridge. See page 38 HUDSOIV, M R. C J See adv. page Douglass, H. & Co., oppo. Turner 39 House Planing and Moulding Mill HUDSON, M & J See adv. page GOLDTHWAITE LOMBARD 40 See adv. page 37 Grist Mill Silver and Plated Ware MAXFIELD, A R See page 35 PAGE, E II, cor. Bridge and Ab­ Ilats and Caps bot See page 38 SCALES, CF& CO, Bridge. See Sporting Goods lower margin lines, pages 17 to 33 HUDSON. M & J See adv. page Hardware 40 Douglass, H. & Co., oppo. Turner Stovesand Tinware House Page, B. L., Abbot IU DSOX, M & J See adv. page PAGE, E II, cor. Abbot and 40 Bridge See page 38 Harness Makers Trunks and Valises Cimpher, D Cimpher, D Lamps and Lamp Goods SCALES, C F CO, Bridge See PAGE, E II cor. Bridge and Ab­ lower margin lines, pages 22 to bot See page 38 33 Wall Papers Eawyers SCALES, JOHN, Bridge. See Hudson. Henry lower margin lines pages 33 to Eivery Stables 48 BRIGGS &, SCAEES See lower Watches and Jewelry margin line, pages 17 to 22 Straw, H. S, Bridge Meat

C. J. LOGAN, M. D, PHYSICIAN SURGEON.

Diseases of Childn n a Specialty.

j STRAW’S BLOCK, OFFICE ) 9-10.30 A. M. & Evening. OFFICE. j MO. end Bridge. HOURS. J Saturday A. M. &P.M.

GUILFORD, MAINE. Good supply of Pipes and Smokers’ Articks at John Scales, Jx> SEE PAGE D <0 ~ POOLE & EATON'S BUSINESS DIRECTORY cTcTnichols, Successor to SHW, HAMMOND > CARNFY. Groce’' AND DEALER IN FOREIGN DOMESTIC FRUITS. Foxcroft, Maine. 3T& J. HUDSON? DEALERS IN BOOTS X SHOES, DRY GOODS. Groceries, Corn, Flour and Meal, Paints and Oils, Glass, Hardware and Haying Tools. Also a large line of Spring Tooth Harrows, Horse Rakes & Mowing Machines and a full line of repairs for Horse Rakes and Buckeye Mowing Machines. Cash paid for raw furs in their season. GUILFORD, MAINE.

SANGERVILLE HOTEL, C. L. RAY, PROPRIETOR. NICELY FURNISHED. TABLE UNEXCELLED. Headquarters for Commercial Men and Tourists. AANCERVlLLE, - MAINE.

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Get your Prescriptions, Drugs & Medicines at GuiVt°o1rdeDrus >O SEE PAGE D. <0 _____ GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. YOU ARELIABLE To moot with an accident at any moment. Knowing this, why not insure in the UNITED STATES MUTUAL ACCIDENT ASSOCIATION. READ OUR RECORD: LOSSES PAID SINCE INCORPORATION TO FEBURARY 1st, 1891, $2,198,829.15,

The full Indemnity preferred, policy issued by this Association is the best acci­ dent policy in existence, and cost $15 per year if paid at one time, or, $4 every three months.

0^ AGENTS WANTED IN EVERY TOWN IN PISCATAQUIS COUNTY. ADDRESS, W. H. DOW, GENERAL AGENT, DOVER, - - MAINE. TPV AWN” Tooth Powder, warranted not to injure the teetli. 1K1 VUR will’ Large screw top bottles, price 20 cts. John Scales. SEE PAGE D. U 42 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY DON'T SCOLD THE DOCTOP Who has performed, his whole duty when he prescribes for his patient, but see to it that you get

NADULTERATED PUT UP JUST AS HE ORDERSIT. OUR PRESCRIPTION DEPT. Is at yoiii’ Sei’vioe* Day or IXig’lit.

A Reliable Druggist is a joy forever to any community,

SPECIAL ATTENTION IS ALSO INVITED TO OTO LINE OF Standard Medicines, Perfumes,

TOILET ARTICLES, * * EAKCY GOODS, &0. CHOICE CIGARS ™ CONFECTIONS. A full line of Wall Paper. BT PRICES ARE ALWAYS REASONABLE. H. W. WING & CO., SANGERVILLE, MAINE- NEW STOCK OF BIRD CAGES, Peed cups’ToA 80“ kinds at IX SEE PAGE D. X GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK 43

SANGERVILLE DIRECTORY.

Apothecary Dry Goods WING, II WT CO See adv. page. Files, E. P. 42 Sanders Bros. & Co. Blacksmith Williams & Coy Knowles, F. R Express Agent American, F. H. Carr Books CO See adv. page 42 Sanders, Miss V. E. Boots and Shoes Groceries and Provisions Files, E. P. Files, E. P. Sanders Bros. & Co. Hall, Asher E. Williams & Coy- Sanders Bros. & Co. Williams & Coy Cigars and Tobacco General Stores Files, E. P. Sanders Bros. & Co. Files, E. P. Williams & Coy, Main Hall, Asher E. Watson, Henry, Mill Sanders Bros. & Co. WING, H W <&; CO, Main See Williams & Coy adv. page 42 Hair Dresser Crockery and Glassware Watson, Henry, Mill St Hotel Williams & Coy, Main WING, II W

TANEY’S RAZOR STROPS AND RAZORS John Scales. [X> SEE PAGE D.

44 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY P. W. KNIGHT, THE CLOTHES AND HATTER Can please you with Custom or Ready-made Gar­ ments. Our Stock is at all times complete. We run a nice assortment of Dry & Fancy Goods. Trimmings, &c. A nice line of Ladies’ & Gents’ Furnishings, Hats, Caps and Gloves. A pretty Case of Jewelery and if you need a Watch or any article in the line we can please you and. our goods and prices aro guaranteed. A very desirable line of Boots, Shoes & Rubbers constantly on hand. The Snag Proof Rubber Boots and all of- the best grades we carry in stock. We are also Agents for the W. L. DOUGLAS’ SHOES “War­ ranted Every One.” We have also the Little Giant School Shoes, try one pair. We buy for CASH and we buy to sell. We sell at one price, and that the lowest. MAIN STREET, MONSON,______£______MAINE. Large line of Pocket Knives, Shears and Scissors at John Scales- >o SEE PAGE D. o<|

GUIDE AND BEFERENCE BOOK. 45 MONSON. Twenty miles Northwest of Dover, Terminus of Monson Rail­ road. Settled in 1818 by Simeon Irish, George Doutty, and Jos­ eph Bearce. Incorporated Feb. 8, 1822.

CHURCHES. Baptist. Swedish. Baptist.—Rev. J. E. Locke. Swedish.—Rev. M. Ahlberg.

Congregationalist. C ONG REGA TIONALIST.—Rev. C. S. Wilder.

LODGES. A. O. IT. W. Masons. A. O. U. W.—Meets Fridays. Doric.—Monday on or after full G. A. R. moon. Gerry Post, No. 5.—Saturday on or after full moon. Women’s Relief Corps. I. O. O. F. Women’s Relief Corps.—Meets Onowa Lodge.—Meets Wednesday fortnightly.

MONSON DIRECTORY. Agricultural Implements Garland, A. S., Main DANE, J A P See adv. page Grover, H., Main 46 Hall, L. S., ftiain Apothecary Jackson, A. F. & Son, Main Sampson & Colbath, Main FOLSOM, C W See adv. page 47 Axes and Edge Tools Carpets and Oil Cloths DANE, J toe Chocolate Goods a specialty [x SHE PAGE D.

46 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY Headquarters ------For------STOVES.

gTmnTTTiminlllh—-V.jl 1 j) j||J ■ TINWARE 8gMl and Kitchen Furnishing GOODS, is at W. A. BRAY’S, MONSON, MAINE. We sell the latest and best styles of Stoves for Parlor, Office and Cook­ ing purposes, among which are the Clarion, Oakwood, Champion and Casco Ranges. All kinds of stove repairs can be had at my store. Gutters and Job work a Specialty. Crockery,GlassWare,Pumps, Sinks,Lead Pipe, Sheet Lead,Zinc, Kettles, &c., constantly on hand. Call and get prices before purchasing. J. & A. P. DANE, Dealers in Apiciillml .Implements, Hardware, Crockery, Lamps, GLASSWARE, PAINTS As OILS, SILVER Sc PLATED WARE, WATC.1ES Sc JEWELRY, WINDOW SHADES, ETC., ETC. MAIN STREET, MONSON, MAINE. A. H. HARDING, Physician and ^urgeon.

MAIN STREET, MONSON, MAINE. Nearly opposite the Drag Store, Try a glass of Ice Cold Soda Water at John Scales. SEE PAGE D

GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 47

Crockery and Glassware Hats and Caps BRAY, NV A, Main. See page 46 Hall, L. S., Main DANE, J

Mrs. E. N. Williams, C. W. FOLSOM, Millinery & Fancy Goods. Dnujisi and Apothecary, And Dealer in Stationery 3s Fancy Goods.

Dressmaking in all its branches. Presoriptipns Carefully Compounded.

Main St.. Monson, Me. MAIN ST., MONSOX, ME. CHILDREN’S CARRIAGES, TOY WAGONS, MKKYZ'sSU Jg. SHE PAGE D.

4S POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Slate Company Jackson, A. F. & Son, Main Monson Maine Slate Co.,D. R.Straw, Watches and Jewelry Pres.. C. H. Fifleld, Treas., Gen. Office, 113 Devonshire, Boston Johnson, W. E., Main KNIGHT, P W, Main. See adv. Trunks and Valises page 44 KNIGHT, P W, Main. See adv, Window' Shades page 44 DANE, J , MAINE. A COMPLETE LINE OF DRY GOODS. CROCKERY AND Glassware, Groceries & Provisions Always in Stock at WM. G. GIFFARD’S, MILO, - MAINE.

R. A. Monroe & Son, ------Dealer.-* in------ClotliinE, Hats aid Caps, Boots, Shoos anil Rubber Goods, Gents’ Furnishing Goods, Paper Hangings, Curtains & Shades, Robes, Horse Blankets,Whips, etc. MAIN STREET, MILO, MAINE. Blank Books and Stationery. Cloth bound books at John Scales. GLZQttQ

Aims at being the model local paper of Eastern Maine. Its splendid subscription list would seem to warrant its claims in this direction. It monopolizes no department at the expense of other features. Home, farm, story-readers, children and all are fully represented, yet the grand quest and distinguishing feature of the Gazette is — NEWS HOME NEWS—From a correspondent in every town in its broad parish. LOCAL NEWS—Of all varieties, and racily presented. SECTIONAL NEWS—Carefully collected. .GENERAL NEWS—Concisely and succinctly given. BRIGHT SPECIALTIES—From correspondents all over the country.

Everyone knows the Gazette! If you haven’t tried it, follow your neighbor’s advice and enjoy it. One Dollar lets you in for a year. Gazette Pub. Co.,

DEXTER, MAINE. DEXTER, MAINE,

MANUFACTURERS OF AND DEALERS IN Iron aid Wood-worRip^ Machinery

OF ALL DESCRIPTIONS.

Safety pulleys a^d Jlai^ers,

CASTINGS TO ORDER.

JVIachinc Jobbing.-^ • ••• > Standard Flavoring Extracts V.O S and y°u will use Try Springall & no other.

GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK.______49 MILO. CHURCHES. Advent. Methodist. Advent.—Vacant. Methodist.—Rev. W. F. Taylor. Baptist. Baptist.—Rev. A. W. Young. Free Baptist.—Rev. B. D. Newell. LODGES. A. O. IT. W. I. O. G. T. A. O. U. W.—First and third Mon­ Constantia.—Saturday. day. G. A. R. Masons. G. A. R., No. 31—Second and fourth Piscataquis .—Friday oh or before Tuesday. Full Moon. I. O. O. F. P. of H. Dirigo, No. 63—Wednesday. Pleasant River Gra nge, No. 169. Orion, No. 16, D. of R.—First and —First and third Tu esday. third Friday. Milo Band.—C.H. Barrett, Leader. MILO DIRECTORY. Agricultural Implements Carriages

50 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY TohnITperrigo, portrait artist, MII.O, MAINE. Wholesale and Retail DeaPr in MOULDINGS AND PICTURE FRAMES. Our magnificent Life-Size a are well known in every town in this State as well as Massachusetts as being the finest made, at the lowest possible price for good wo-k. Their elegant shading, soft and engraving-like ap­ pearance, together with a perfect and true likeness, have never been equaled by any other copying house. The unanimous opinion of all is that John H. Perrigo’s Life Size Pictures cannot be excelled. Warranted in every case. MISS E. A. DODGE, MimaMe Milliner and GENTLEMEN Who want an Easy Shave DRESS MAKER. or a Stylish Hair Cut DEALER IN CALL ON FANCY GOODS AND Small Wares. W. W. Hamlin, Milo. MILO, MAINE. E. MCINTOSH, DEALER IN W-XJ- GOULD, Buckeye Mowim Machines MILLINER. TIGER HORSE-RAKES, Spring-tooth Harrows, Plows, E:e. And deal* r in Also FANCY GOODS & MILLINERY. WllEELER & SHELDON’S High Grade Fertilizers. Milo, Maine. Milo, Maine. DOBLE BROTHERS, BLACKSMITHS AND JOBBERS, ALSO DEALERS IN CARRIAGES AND SLEIGHS, HARNESSES, BLANKETS, WHIPS AND robes. MILO. MAINE:. NEAR R. R. STATION. Insure in the Maine & N, B. Life Ins. Co. of Bangor. See Page 64 Standard Flavoring Extracts Try Springall & Co’s and you will use no other.

GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 51

Fancy Goods Lawyers DODGE, MISS E A See adv- Durgin, M. L., Jr. 50 Howe, Geo. W. GOULD, MRS. A J See adv. Eumber (Manuf’g.) page 50 GIFFARD, WM.R See adv. page Fertilizers. 48 McINTOSH, E See adv. page 50 Milliners Fruit and Confectionery DODGE. MISS E A See adv. Strout, F. M. page 50 Whidden, D. H. GOULD, MRS. A J See adv. Furnaces and Ranges page 50 Walton, W. W. & Co. Photographer Clement, C. F. Groceries and Provisions Chase. A. H. Physicians. GIFFARD, W R See adv. page Ford, L. C. 48 Hamlin, H. Hanscom, J. S. Sprague, E. K. Kittredge, J. P. Sprague,SB. Strout, F. M. Picture Frames SON See page 48 adv. page 48 Oriental W. E. WEYMOUTH, MILO, MAINE. Centrally Located, PLEASANT ROOMS, EXCELLENT TABLE. Livery Connected, Rates $2 per Day. Insure in the Maine & N.B. Life Ins. Co. of Bangor. See Page 64 Springall & Co., 34 Main

52 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY OL. W. & W. B. WILKINS,> DEALERS INT DRY S FANCY GOODS. CROCFRIFS, Provisions, Hardware, Paints & Oils, FRUIT, CONFECTIONERY, CIGARS & TOBACCO. BROWNVILLE, ME. BARGAINS7FOR7 BUYERS

L. D. Yates & Co.

We have the largest variety and most complete line of goods in Brownville.

Our Stock Contains CLOTHING, DRY AND FANCY GOODS, BOOTS AND SHOES, HATS AND CAPS, JEWELRY, WATCHES AND CLOCKS, MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, FRUIT, CONFECTIONERY & CIGARS.

A NEW DEPARTURE. We have lately added a line of small wares of every kind which we shall sell for 5, 10 and 25 cents. Give us a call. L. D. YATES & CO., BROWNVILLE. Insure in the Maine & N. B. Life Ins. Co. of Bangor. See Page 64 Springall 5c Co., Main instrument’s of all kinds.

GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 53 BROWNVILLE. CHURCHES.

Congregat io n alist. Methodist. CONGREGATIONALIST—Rev. W. C. Methodist.—Rev. J. A. Price Curtis.

LODGES.

Masons. I. O. G. T. Pleasant River.—Monday on or Library.—K. B. Crosby, President, before full moon. J ’

BROWNVILLE DIRECTORY.

Apothecary Sherburne, Mrs. W. G. Page, E. C. SMITH, S A See adv. page 54 WILKENS,L W Gents’ Furnishing Five, Ten and Twenty-five Cent Goods Goods HERRICK SAMPSON See adv. page 54 YATES, L D

54 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY 4l. SMITH, DEALER IN Groceries, Provisions, Dry and FANCY GOODS, HARDWARE, PAINTS, OILS GLASS, CON­ FECTIONERY, CIGARS jP TOBACCO, COFFINS CASKETS, FURNI­ TURE, WALL PAPER, CARPETS and GENERAL STORES.

BROWNVILLE, MAINE HERRICK & SAMPSON,’ DEALERS IN FINE READY-MADE CLOTHING, TRUNKS AND VALISE3, HATS, CAPS & GENTS’ FUR­ NISHING GOODS & JEWELRY, CIGARS. PIPES & TOBACCO. BROW X VILLE, - MAINE. C. L. DUNNING & CO. w G. fcherburne, iii Groceries and Provisions, H°'se Steer and Jobber. DRY & FANCY GOODS, BOOTS & SHOES, CIGARS I Carriage and General Re- TOBACCO pairing executed at short AND CONFECTIONERY. , notice. Brownville, M< .______■ Brownville, Me. Insure in the Maine & N. B. Life Ins. Co. of Bangor. See Page 64 Springall1 O & Co.,7 Dexter,1 ““ TIONS.

GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 55

Harnessmaker Lawyer Dunn, 0. C. McIntosh, W. W. Hats and Caps Milliner HERRICK &> SAMPSON See Sherburne, Mrs. W. G. adv. page 54 Musical Instruments Hotel YATES, E D <&> CO See adv. page Brownville House, N. C. Herrick, 52 Proprietor Physician Horseshoeing and Jobbing Alward, M. SHERBURNE, W F See adv. Restaurant page 54 Glidden, Mrs. M. -J. Jeweler Co See adv. page 52 52

TERMS $2.00 A DAY. FREE COACHES TO TRAINS.

C. M WOOD/, PROPRIETOR.

LIVERY AND SALE STABLE CONNECTED. GREENVILLE, ME. Geo. W. Brown, ------Dealer in------DRY GOODS, CLOTHING, BOOTS & SHOES, GROCERIES AND PROVISIONS, CONFECTIONERY, CIGARS x AND TOBACCO. GREENVILLE, MAINE. Insure in the Maine & N. B. Life Ins. Co. of Bangor. See Page 64 bpringallc? • 11 &O r'Co., 34 ^£MAINIg^ ST., NSTRUMENTSDEXTER, SELL OF

56 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY

This is a out of the Steamer “Comet” of the Coburn Steamboat Co’s fleet. Being the fastest and. best equipped, boat on Moosehead. Lake, she is always desirable for fishing and. pleasure parties. We also own steamers “Gov. Coburn,” "Wm. Par­ ker,” and “Twilight ” For terms or any information apply to D. T. SANDERS, Agt., GREENVILLE, ME. Hauling, Pishing or Pleasure Tripsu-If you are going on either of the above trips call on I). T. Sanders & Son for your outfit. They keep everything you will need and at reasonable prices. Buying all of oar Grain, Plour, Pork, Beef and Lard in carload lots direct from the West we are at all times prepared to furnish large or small lots as low as the lowest. ______D, T. SANDERS & SON. Insure in the Maine & N. B. Life Ins. Co. of Bangor. See Page 64 34 Main St., Dexter, agents for But- terick’s Patterns. Mail orders Springall & Co., promptly attended to.

GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK 57 GREENVILLE.

BUSINESS DIRECTORY.

Agricultural Implements Groceries A P. o visions BROWN, G W See adv. page 55 BROWN, G W See adv. page 55 Eveleth, J H & Co. Eveleth, J. II. & Co. SANDERS, OTA SON See adv. SANDERS, I> T A SON See adv . page 56 page 57 Apothecaries. Sawyer, J. G. Hunt, Dr. H., Jr. Ilair Dressers Books and Stationery- Carleton, F. L. Hunt, Dr. H., Jr., Ronco, C. G. Boots &> Shoes Hardware and Cutlery BROWN, G W See adv. page 55 BROWN, G W See adv. page 55 Eveleth, J. H. & Co. Eveleth, .J. H. & Co. SANDERS, D T A SON See adv. SANDERS, I>TA SON See adv. page 56 page 56 Carpets T A SON See adv. Proprietor. See adv. page 55 page 56 Moosehead Inn, West Cove, A. H. Sawyer, J. G. Walker, Proprietor Clothing &, Furnishing Goods Eumbermens’ Supplies BROWN. G W See adv. page 55 BROWN, G W See adv. page 55 Eveleth, J. H. & Co. Eveleth, J. H. & Co. SANDERS, I> T

5S POOLE

AT THE FRONT WITH THE LARGEST STOCK OF CLOTH­ ING, HATS, CAPS & GENTS’ FURNISHING GOODS IN THIS PART OF MAINE. THEY ARE RELIA­ BLE PARTIES TO DEAL WITH, AND YOU ALWAYS GET THE HIGHEST QUALITY AND THE LOWEST PRICES. F. D MEIGS & CO., DEXTER, MJVIINE.

W. S.DEALER TWOMBLY, IN H. L. C/YV-ILjTj, PHOTOGRAPHER Stoves & Tinware, Enlarging in Crayon, Oil, SHEET LEAD, Water Colors and India Inks,at ZINC, LEAD PIPE, Lowest Rates. PUMPS, TIN, WOOD AND IRON, POOPING, TIN GUTTERS. 1 Grove & 2 (Meli Sts., General Job Work at short notice. MAIN ST., fEXTEH. ME. Dixter. ivruine, Meigs & Co. keep the latest styles in Soft and Stiff Hats. Meigs & Co. for Spring Overcoats

GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 59 DEXTER. CHURCHES.

Advent. Episcopal. A dvent.—V acant. Episcopal.—Rev. Le Barron Fow Baptist. ler. Baptist.—Rev. S. C. Fletcher. Free Baptist. Catliolic Free Baptist.—Rev. Mr. Given. Catholic.—Supplied. Methodist. Congregational. Methodist.—Rev. J. R. Clifford. Con greg at ion al. — Rev. E. C* Universalist. Brown. I Universalist,—Rev. W. H. Gould LODGES.

Dexter Philarmonic Club—J D. of R., No. 18.—First and third W. Springall, Manager. Monday. GAB K of P H. F. Safford Post No. 18.—First Bedivere No. 29—Friday. Thursday and third Saturday. Masons Women’s Relief Corps No. 7.— First Thursday and third Satur­ Penobscot—Monday on or before day. full moon. St. Johns R. A. C.—Monday after I O O F full moon. Plymouth No. 65.—Tuesday. Silver Lake Encampment.—Sec­ P of H ond and fourth Monday. Dexter, No. 155.—Saturday. DEXTER DIRECTORY.

United Fellowship Books and Stat ionery Waldheim, No. 40. Bridgham & Son, 21 Main Agricultural Implements SPRINGALL CO, 34 Main. See margin lines pages 49 to 65 Carr, W. H., Main Boots and Shoes Apothecaries Daggett, Nathan, 32 Main Bridgham & Son, 21 Main Roberts, N. F., 24 Main SPRINGALL CO, 34 Main. See margin lines, pages 49 to 65 Boot Painter Edgerly, L. D. & Son, Main RAND, F E See adv. page 62 We buy our Furnishing s of Meigs & Co. Springall & Co., Dexter, "“.'j.jSS™

60 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY MACOMBER BROTHERS, DEALERS IN CHEATS, GROCERIES^

AND PROVISIONS OF ALL KINDS. All orders promptly deliv" ered. Heavy Beef a Specialty.

51 MAIN ST., DEXTER, ME HARTFORD FIRE INS. CO. Ins. Co. North of America. ORIENT INS. CO. of HARTFORD ETNA INS. CO. Springfield F. & M. Ins. Co. HOME INS. CO. of N. Y. W. H. JUDKINS, General ® Insurance • Agency, DUSTIN BLOCK, DEXTER, MAINE. Merchants Ins. Co. of N. J. Traders Ins. Co. of Chicago. Granite State Fire Ins. Co Bangor Mut. Fire Ins. Co. Travelers Life & Accident. Mutual Life of N. Y. LIBERTY, AMERICAN OF NW YORK. J. R. Du Bourdieu, Merchant Tailor. FASHIONABLE CLOTHS AND STYLISH CUTTING. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. 15 MAIN STREET, DEXTER, MAINE. J. F. KIRBY, Leighton & Haines, Dealer in CHINA, GLASS & STONE WARE Choice Family Groceries, Flour, Choice Ciiars and Tobacco, Crockery, Lamp Good, etc. FRUIT, CONFECTIONERY & AGENT AMERICAN EXPRESS CO. COLD SODA IN SEASON. Main St,, Dexter. O^Goods delivered to all parts 18 Main St., D< xt< r, Me. of the Village. Insure in the Maine & N. B, Life Ins. Co. of Bangor. See Page 64 Standar I Flavoring Extracts and you will use Try Springall 5c Co’s no other.

GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 61

Carriage Dealers Foundry BIGELOW, J F, Main. See adv- FAY SCOTT See inset af­ page 62 ter page 48 Parshley, H., Wall Carpets Furnaces TOWLE, 1 Grove. See adv. page 62 adv. page 58 LEIGHTON HAINES, Main. LEIGHTON & HAINES, Main. See adv. page 60 See adv. page 60 Dentist MACOMBER BROS., 51 Main. Blanchard, L. J., M. D., D. D. S., See adv. page 60 Dustin Block Hats and Caps Dry Fancy Goods Bloom, J. A., Main Ayer, E. A. & Co., 4 and 6 Main LOWELL, P L, 30 Main. See DERRY, HF & CO, Main See inside front cover adv. page 63 MEIGS, F D

Don’t Neglect Your Eyesight but go to J. Uo ilFW

And Have Your Eyes Fitted with a Pair of His Fine Spectacles or Eyeglasses.

Every pair sold is warranted to fit, or money refunded. If you have any repairing that needs to be done, either watches, clocks or jew­ elry, bring or send them to us. All work warranted to give satisfaction or money refunded. JOHN NV. SPRINGALL, DEXTER, Insure in the Maine & N. B. Life Ins. Co. of Bangor. See Page 64 Springall1 <3 & Co., Dexter,’ TIONS.

62 POOLE. & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY

F. E. RAND, EZRA ROBERTS, CARRIAGE MAKER & Ladies & Gents Garments Painter. REPAIRING PROMPTLY DONE. WORK Dyed, Cleansed and Pressed. MADE TO ORDER. DEXTER, MAINE. SPRAGUE BLOCK, DEXTER.

COACH TO AND FROM FIRST-CLASS TEAMS ALWAYS ALL TRAINS. IN READINESS. J. IL 15 I O E L O W, LIVEBY STJUBIZE DEALER IN ALL KINDS OF CARRIAGES AND SLEIGHS, CARRIAGE TOPS AND HARNESSES, BLANKETS, WHIPS AND BOBES. MAIN STREET, - DEXTER, MAINE. ■ Passengers taken to Adjoining Towns on Short Notice.

AND BATH ROOMS. All work done in First-class manner. Local orders called for and delivered Free of Charge. F. M. McCRILLIS, Proprietor. W. E. Brewster, Wholesale and Retail J. P. CURTIS, Dealer in DRY GOODS AND Corn, Flour, Oats, Feed, Footwear. EAGLE BLOCK, CORINNA, LIGHTS HEAVY GROCERIES. Dustin’s Block, Dexter, Me. Insure iu the Maine & N. B. Life Ins. Co. of Bangor. See Page 64 Standard Flavoring Extrac ts and you will use Try Springall & Co’s no other.

GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 63

Horseshoers and Jobbers Milliner Backman, Chas. Chandler Mrs. T. A. Farrar, T. D. Musical Instruments McPheters, O. Shaw, J. A. SPRINGALL & CO, 34 Main. See Weymouth. M. J. margin lines, pages 49 to 65 Insurance Agents News Healers JUDKINS, W II, Dustin Block. SPRINGALL Fish Markets SPRINGALL, J W, 10 Main. See adv. page 61 IIOYT &> TOWLE, 1 Grove. See adv. page 58 Wood Lathe Manufacturer MACO HEER BROS, Main. See FAY <&> SCOTT See inset after adv. page 60 page 48 H. F. DERRY & CO.,

Dealers in Dry - and - Fancy - Goods,

MAIN STREET. DEXTER, ME, Insure in the Maine & N. B. Life Ins. co, of Bangor. See Page 64 34 Main St., Dexter, agents for Butter- ick’s Patterns. Mail orders Springall & Co., promptly attended to.

64 POOLE & YEATOX'S BUSINESS DIRECTORY J. H. WINCHESTER, FANCY GROCERIES AND MEATS, SALT PORK, Corned Beef, Pickles. Sausage, Tripe, Canned Goods a Specialty, A fresli line of Tobacco and Cigars, Fruit and Confectionery. Produce wanted in exchange for goods. J. H. WINCHESTER, CORINNA, ME. CORINNA HOUSE, Livery Stable Connected, fl. L. GRANT, PROPRIETOR. Also dealer in Produce, Lumier, Airiculiural Implements, etc. ______CORINNA, MAINE.______Maine Oe\TBrunswick Ins. Co. * OF BANGOR, MAINE. * Chartered February 33. 1887.

President. WILLIAM EXGEL. of William Engel Co. Vice President and Attorney for the Company. HON. ORVILLE D. BAKER, Ex-Attorney General of Maine. Treasurer, HON. DANIEL F. DAVIS, Ex-Governor. Secretary, A. E. DAVIES, Medical Director, GEO. W. M VRTIIM, M. D., Augusta. Superintendent of Agents, II. A. BRIDGMAN.

This company is under the supervision of the Insurance Department and the Reserve is placed on deposit with the treasurer of State. Both Straight Life and Mutual Tontine Club Policies are issued by this com­ pany. Send for list of Dividends paid, and pamphlet descriptive of plans. HOME OFFICE, NO. 20 PHOENIX BLR., W. MARKET SQ„ BAM.OK. MAIAE. Insure in the Maine 8l N. B. Life Ins. Co. of Bangor. See Page 64 * il 1\ /T * and N. B. Life Insurance Co. nsure in the Maine of Bangor. See I page 64

GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 65 CORINNA. CHURCHES.

Advent. Christian. Advent.—Rev. E. B. Edgerly. Christian.—Rev. O. J. Hancock. Baptist. Methodist. Baptist—Rev. J. P. Nelson. Methodist.—Rev. C. H. Hamilton. LODGES.

Corinna Band—Frank Snell, lead- W oodbine .—Frid ay. er. G. A. R. Masons. Knowles, No. 52—Tuesday. Parian.—Saturday on or before I. O. G. T. full moon. CORINNA DIRECTORY.

Agricultural Implements Dunbar, L. & Son GRANT, ASA Ii See adv. page 64 Ireland, L. F. Knowles, E. E. Apothecary Shaw, F. B. Folsom, E. Harnessmaker Academy Southerd, W. A. Corinna Union Academy Ilair Bressers Boots and Shoes Young, F. C. Bachelder, 0. H. Hardware CURTIS, J P See adv. page 62 Fuller, J. A. Books and Stationery Ilorseshoers and Jobbers Folsom, E. Barker, G. R. Blankets, Whips Robes Dearborn, E. Southerd, W. A. Fowles, S. F. Macomber, F. S. Cigars and Tobacco Hotel Bachelder, O. H. Folsom, E. CORINNA HOUSE, A. L. Grant. WINCHESTER, J II See adv. See adv. page 64 page 64 Machine Shop Clothing &■ Furnishing Goods Nutter, G. W. Bachelder, 0. H. Milliner Dry Jewelry Furniture

66 POOLE & YEATON?S BUSINESS DIRECTORY E. C. WARDWELL & CO., DEALERS IN Dry and Fancy Goods, Carpets and Oil Cloths. ------000=00=000- - - — — Our Stool embraces all the seasonable novelties, as well as staple goods, and Our Prices are as low as the low­ est. Out of Town Orders Solic­ ited. Agents American Express Company. ------00000000------1 E. C. WARDWELL & CO., MAIN STREET, - NEWPORT, MAINE. Jolni 13. Marsh, Dealer in Meats, Groceries and Provisions. PWTSOIL#, R^Confectionoiy,»Cijars ♦ and * Tobacco.^ ______NEWPORT, MAINE. MRS. J. B. MARSH, HRasliioimUle Milliner, And Dealer in FANCY GOODS. Pattern Hats and Bonnets in the Latest Shapes. NEWFOKT, MAINE. Insure in the Maine & N. B. Life Ins. Co. of Bangor. See Page 64 * jI 1\/T • and N. B. Life Insurance Co. nsure in the Maine of Bangor. See I page 64 GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK.67

NEWPORT.

CHURCHES.

Christian. Methodist. Christian—Rev. J. F. Whitney. Methodist.—Rev. C. A. Mann Union High St. Union High St.—Rev. J. H. Web­ ster.

LODGES.

G. A. R. Masons. H. G. Libby, No. 118.—Friday. Meridian Splendor. — Thursday I. O. O. F. on or before full moon. Old Hickory, No. 105—Wednesday Stevens, R. A. C.—Tuesday. I. O. G. T. P. of II. Dorcas.—Saturday. North Newport,No. 195.—Tuesday. Newport, No. 381.—Monday. Sebasticook, No. 306.—Thursday.

NEWPORT DIRECTORY.

Agricultural Implements Roots

68 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY

JUDKINS & M UR C H , Dealers m Dry Goods, Groceries, Boots and Shoes, Hardware, Paints & Oils Agricultural Implements Agentsand repairs. for RICHARDSON’S BUCKEYE MOWER,

Yank.ee llorse Rake. NEWPORT, MAINE-

SODA DAYS HAVE COME! AND MOXIE TOO. While Bangor is being agitated over the supposed impurity of her water supply—Mayor Blake spoke of it in his mes­ sage—users of my soda need have no fear, for all the water med in my factory comes from the well known Broadway Mineral Spring which 1 own, the water from it having the highest degree of purity. You will attain perfection in the soda line therefore, if you use the article thus made, and in a Matthews’ Steel Fountain. J. V. WAIiLIS. (BetaBlislied 1842) SOLE EASTERN AGENT FOR THE Celebrated Moxie Nerve Food, Ginger Ale a Specialty. Lemon, Strawberry, Champagne, Soda and Syrups Furnished to order. 106 Exchange St. Bangor, Me. Branch 15 North Wharf, St JohnN. B. Insure in the Maine & N. B, Life Ins. Co. of Bangor. See Page 64 and N. B. Life Insurance Co., of Bangor. See Insure in the Maine page 64

GUI DE AND REFERENCE BOOK. 69 Cigars, Tobacco Confec­ Hardware, Paint MURCH. See adv. page 68 Horseshoeing & Jobbing MARSH, J B See adv. page 66 GETCHELL,CW See adv. page Coffins &> Caskets 69 Clark, E. B. Merrill, H. C. Corn, Flour CO See MARSH, MRS. J B See adv. adv. page 66 page 66 Express Company Machinist AMERICAN, Ward well, E. C. & Eldridge, O. T. Co., agents. See adv. page 66 Marble Workers Fertilizers Morse & Bridges JUDKINS MURCH See adv. page 68 Physicians. Furniture Harvey, A. J King, H. A. Clark, E. B. Porter, B. Groceries Pi o vis ions Porter, W. A. Adams, F. E. Weed, G. F. Bennett, P. L. Printer JUDKINS MURCH See adv. Morrill, C. II. page 68 Jose, O. R. Stoves Tinware MARSH, J B See adv. page 66 Deering, R. A- Morrill, C. H. Tailors Hair Dresser Brigham J. D. Tilton, H. F. Stuart, W. M. Harnessmaker Watches

C. w. GETCHhLL, Horse Sboer and Jobber. CARRIAGE IRONING AND GENERAL REPAIRING

A SPECIALTY. Promptness and Satisfaction Guaranteed. No wport, ... Maine. Insure in the Maine & N. B. Life Ins. Co. of Bangor. See Page 64 * il 1\ /T * and Life Insurance Co. I or Bangor see nsure in the Maine page 64

70 POOLE & YEATON'S BUSINESS DIRECTORY Bangor and Piscataqois Raii road.

Tlie Direct Line to Moorehead Lake and Vicinity. Maine’s Great Resort for Sportsmen and Tourists.

Also the only Line to Monson and Katahdin lion Works. Both those places being noted for their proximity to as good fishing and hunting as can be found in the state. This line runs through the most fertile and pictur­ esque part of Piscataquis County and affords access to the most beautiful part of the state; the Katahdin Iron Works, with its fine fishing and hunting, and noted mineral springs; Monson, with its noted slate quarries, fine scenery and clear atmosphere; and the larg­ est and most noted body of water in the state. Connections are made with the Maine Central at Dover and Oldtown; with the Canadian Pacific at Greenville and Brownville Junction, and with the Mon­ son R. R. at Monson Junction. ARTHUR BROWN, Sup’t. Insure in the Maine & N. B. Life Ins. Co. of Bangor. See Page 64 * .1 i\ /T • and N. B. Life Insurance Co., of Bangor. See Insure in the Maine page 64

GUIDE AND REFERENCE BOOK.71 Best in the World I Champion record wherever tested! Every safe of this make, in the great Lynn fire, protected its contents in 1889. The CiKCimTi Safe & Lock Co., Manufacturers of

BANK LOCKS AND VAULT WORK. CINCINNATI, ONIO, U. N A- JOHN L. HYDE & CO., GENERAL AGENTS, 142 EXCHANGE STREET, BANGOR, MAINE.

Every safe made by the Cincinnati Safe and Lock Co, protected its contents : Haverhill, in 1882; Eastport, in 1886; Marblehead, 1888. The * Mutual * Investment * Co. OF MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. PAID UP CAPITAL, $250,000. Issues three classes of Investment Bonds. Installment Bonds, par value $50.00, Monthly Payments 50 cents. Paid up Bonds, par value $50.00, one Payment $25.00. Paid up Dividend Bonds, par value $50, one Payment $25,00. All the Bonds are non-forfeitable and can be withdrawn on 60 days notice. N.C. SPEARIN, GENERAL STATE AGENT. J. P. POOLE, SPECIAL AGENT. Insure in the Same & N. B. Life Ins. Co. of Bangor. See Page 64 ’ ul 1\ /T ’ and N. B. Life Insurance Co. nsure in the Maine of Bangor. See I page 64. 72 POOLE & YEATON’S BUSINESS DIRECTORY

ESTABLISHED 1848. • f^all Rubber @ir>PaflId Manufacturers of and Dealers in VULCANIZED RUBBER CLOTHING,------VULCANIZED CLOTR HUREACE GARMENT/ '> ----- vulcanized ronhamer carmen TN, [mackintoshes] RUBBER ( kllKIAGi: DRIEE AND DUCK and Rubber Goods of Every De cription. SOLE NEW ENGLAND AGENTS FOR NEW YORK BELTING AND PACKING COMPANY. 522. 524, 526, Congress Street. Portland, Me. Men ol’sill rI rades, Professions, mxl Ctill- iags 8 lion lxl piovide th(‘mseli es witli tin Accident Policy in tlie Maine Mutual Accident Association. THIS COMPANY 1 Pays More B< nefits and a Larger Percentage of Claims than any other Company doing business in Maine. Don’t fail to examine our plan before insuring. All Just Claims paid Promptly and in Full. For Circulars and other information, address, C. H. BOOTH BY, Secretary, 98 ^xcha’ge St.- Portland, Maine, W’A few more goo I solicitors wanted. Insure in th Maine B, ufe ins. co, of Bangor. See Page 64 •xt She City J^otel >

Congress Square, Portland.

E- C. SWEET, Proprietor.

Street Cars pass the Hotel direct to and from Boston and Maine B. R., Maine Central R. R., White Mountain R. R., Grand Trunk Railway, and all Steamboat Lines. F'jaeks to and front? all ©rains. * * * * livery ©or?nested. Electric Lights and Electric Bells. Recently Renovated all throughout. Finest Dining Room in the State.

The oldest Business School in Maine. Best facilities offered. Experienced teachers in each Department and thorough instruction guaranteed. Short-hand and Type-writing taught by a practi­ cal Stenographer. Sessions six days and five evenings. Rates very low. Catalogue free. Any additional information cheerfully given. Address, L. A. GRAY, A. M., Prin’l. No Vacation.