Rebecca W. Hobart writes in "Dennysville 1786-1986 . . . and Edmunds, too!" (p. 77-8): " Prior to 1887 the house formerly occupied by John and Lydia Allan was again opened to the public, this time as a first-class boarding house kept by Mrs. Emma (Eldridge) Allan, wife of John K. Allan. When the character and excellent qualities of the house became known, the patrons urged the proprietor to operate on a larger scale. Acceding to their wishes, she converted her home into 'Riverside Inn' in 1887. Her comfortable accommodations and excellent cuisine gained a fine reputation. In addition to weary hungry travelers and sportsmen, her patrons included various organizations and family groups from surrounding towns, as well as local folks who indulged in delicious meals for special occasions. . .. Fred and Susan (Burns) Allan succeeded his parents John K. and Emma Allan in the operation of Riverside Inn, thus continuing three generations of Allan proprietorship. The gracious hospitality and bountiful meals were still a trademark of the hostelry. Mrs. Allan, who was widowed in 1916, remarried in 1923, becoming Mrs. Lawrence Comber, continued to serve the public at Riverside Inn until ill health forced her to close the doors in 1935. The increased use of the automobile during her years as proprietor brought her still greater patronage."

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