19th century Ti — Long live W G Baldwin

This is the latest in an occasional series of posts about news reported in 19th century weekly issues of the Ticonderoga Sentinel.

“W.G. Baldwin, with characteristic public spirit, has laid, at his own expense, a nice plank street crossing from the walk in front of G. Weed’s (store) to the Academy building. Long may he live and prosper,” the Ticonderoga Sentinel reported on April 25, 1874.

There was a chance of another sign of local prosperity.

“A number of our young men are talking of a new steam pleasure yacht for Lake George.”

Civic and commercial development continued in old Ti.

“Work on the new Congregational Church is progressing finely,” the Sentinel reported. “Work has commenced on the foundation of Hickley’s new block.”

A recently constructed commercial block was ready for occupancy.

“Delano & Ives are filling the shelves and counters of their new hardware store with a fine stock of goods.”

S.W. Clark hardware store had for sale a new type ratchet drill “that is just the thing.”

Allen & Drew clothing store had a reputation for quality merchandise.

“This fine clothing house is becoming widely known and justly celebrated. … Their counters are always loaded with an elegant style of clothes, and they employ only skillful workmen to make them up.”

The Crown Point correspondent was happy to see Mr. Capron, the “worthy postmaster,” out and about after being sick.

The agriculture column celebrated spring:

“Happy is the farmer who has got everything ready for the active labors of the coming season. But no matter how thoroughly he is prepared there will always be something to do.”

The frequency of April showers was no excuse for April idleness.

“Rainy days are numerous this month. But you will find work that needs doing in the shed.”

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