Georgetown Stories: 1901-1904 40

Island, 19; W. W. Jenkins, Launching, 16; J. S. McPhee, Boughton Island, 14; James Manuel, Launching, 10; John Condon, Panmure Island, 10: D. J. McCormack. Boughton Island 10. These boats would handle between 25,000 and 30,000 traps.” (Patriot Apr. 21, 1902)

Lots on Town Square Sold

“The twelve building lots into which part of Georgetown Square was divided were sold this week realizing $619., which is to be devoted to improve the balance of the Square. The purchasers were the trustees of the Baptist Church, who secured one lot for the building of a new ediﬁce; Thomas Henry; J. A. Mathieson, M.L.A.; W. W. Jenkins; H.W. Macdonald and RD. Kehoe.” (Patriot May 8,1902)

One Hundred New Trees Planted on Georgetown Streets

“Mr. A. McLean and Mr. W. W. Jenkins have planted rows of beautiful horse chestnut trees in front of their respective places of business on Main Street. In all, upwards of 100 trees were planted during the past week. We venture to prophesy that in ten years Georgetown will have become one of the most picturesque towns in the lower provinces and the most charming spot in the Garden of the Gulf.” (Patriot, May 14, 1902) In the following Spring 100 cedar trees from Prince County were placed on Main Street “from Angus McLean’s chestnuts down to the wharf.” (Patriot, May 18, 1903) The Examiner (May 21, 1903) adds that the town planted a row of yellow birch “the entire length of Main Street” and the Square was “planted around with trees.” In January, 1904 (Patriot, Jan. 12), St. David’s Church, on the motion of George Parker, struck a committee to remove the spruce trees in front of the church and put in ornamental ones instead.

Cruiser on the Watch

“The Dominion Revenue Cruiser Constance has been on the watch in the eastern waters of the Island for about two weeks. While in Georgetown, she received water and stores and took on board Mr. John Westaway, one of Georgetown’s best pilots. What her design may be is unknown, but vague rumors are heard of

vessels trading with St. Pierre, the paradise of wine and rum.” (Patriot, May 14, 1902)

Harvest Excursioners of 1902

Harvest excursioners leaving Georgetown on August 8th for Manitoba included: Hugh McCormack, R. B. MacKenzie, Frank Gallant, Joseph Morrison, J. Ferguson, A. C. MacKenzie, Thos. Riggs, Joseph Suckles, William Stone, Angus Campbell, W. D. Graham, D. MacKinnon, Harry Lavers, Alex McConnell and Reginald Lavers. They returned on Oct. 29th and Alex McConnell describes his experience in the Patriot, of that date. (Patriot, Aug. 8 & Oct. 29, 1902)

Georgetown Hotels, 1902

Visitors had their choice of two hotels in Georgetown in 1902. The “Dominion” was run by W. H. O’Brien and cost $3 to $5 dollars a day depending on the room. The “Revere” managed by D.W. Morrissey offered rates at $1,50 per day or $6 a week. (Ads. appears in Patriot in several issues in the fall of 1902)

School Enlarged and Repaired

“Workon the school is about completed. An addition was made to the main building, providing space for a Fifth Department and a Manual Training School. The Vice—Principal’s department has been enlarged and made more airy and comfortable. The walls and ceiling have been tinted throughout by Mr. D. T. Campbell of Montague Bridge. The walls of the newer rooms were plastered and the remainder repaired by William Cherry. The school is now in excellent condition and the work performed reﬂects credit on the contractor, Mr. Frank Murphy. It remains for the trustees to bestow on the exterior a coat of paint when we shall be able to boast one of the ﬁnest buildings in the province.” (Patriot, Sept. 6, 1902).

Soloman’s Baths

“Frank Soloman of Georgetown, the enterprising barber, has ﬁtted up in his shop a bath room for the use of the public. Hot and cold showers can be obtained at a nominal