[3] He was also an organizer and member of Rutland's volunteer fire department, and led the committee that created the city's first municipal water supply.

[7] A Congregationalist, Page was a devoted member of Rutland's Grace Church and served as Sunday school superintendent and deacon.

[4] Page was active with the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions and earned national headlines in 1876 when he volunteered to raise money to pay off the organization's debt.

[8] He raised more than $40,000 in just a few hours, including his own $5,000 contribution, ensuring the organization could balance future budgets and continue its work.

[3] He was also responsible for the financing of Vermont's pro-Union efforts during the war, including recruiting, training, equipping, and paying soldiers.

[3] The state's efforts included bond issues and other financial instruments designed to raise money and repay it over time, and Page was commended for his successful management of the wartime enterprise.

[4] As governor, Page ensured that the state government completed its process of auditing Vermont's wartime finances and accounting for funds raised and spent during the Civil War.

[11] He declined most requests to resume participation in politics, but did agree to serve a term in the Vermont House of Representatives again from 1880 to 1882[3] and as moderator of Rutland's village meeting in 1884.

[16] Though he initially was the subject of unfavorable public opinion, sentiment turned to Page's favor as evidence was presented in a trial that lasted more than four months.