The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1890-01-04
MAINE TOWNS.
Corham.

vored with numerous social and literary en-
tertainments this winter, all of which are
well patreniztd
The attendance at the Gorham Normal
Schuol, during the past term has been los,
larger number of pupils than at any term for
| number of years. The school has been
prosperous in all departments. The
| graduating class will be males and 9
| females. The term closes Tuesday, the 18th
inst. Wednesday evening, Rev. DR.. Small
of Colby, will deliver public address at the
church. The regular graduating exercises
will take place "Wednesday the sth inst.
Pref. w. j.; Corthell, principal of the
american Institute Of Instruction." and
will use his influence to have the annual
meeting of the association to commence in
Portland during the month of July. 1t is
estimated that there will be gathering of
upwards of 5000 persons including teach
ers, pupils and others interested in educa-
tional matters.
Station Agent Hayes at this village has a
grand display Of potted plants and bright
product, of 45 years. 1t was small slip
when brought to the village, long years ago,
and has been tenderly cared for by different
families. 1t came into the possession of Mr..
Hayes some months ago. and attracts tho
attention Of all persons visiting the waiting
corner Of the room. with beautiful large
Gala lily.
The depot erected by the P. & r. Railroad
Company some two years ago is fine COM
modious building, fitted up and furnished in
excellent manner
Patrons of the road point to it with SEEM
ing pride when they compare their present
accommodations to those of former years.
Gorham Lodge l. o. o. +. has elected the
following officers for the current term:
n. &C. II. Lowell.
V.G.-C. N. HAYES.
Secretary-D. +. Whittier.
Permanent Secretary-H. A, Mckinney
Treasurer--H. G. Files.
The officers will be installed Friday even
ing. the 10th inst. At the close of the SER
vice the members will enjoy picnic supper
with speeches and music.
Dirigo Lodge No. q, K. of p, will install
ofhcers Thursday evening, the 9th inst.
Odd Fellows and X. of p. Lodges have been
highly interesting and literally patronized,
be filled.
Lewis B. Mcclellan, ESQ.,, will remain at
his home for short time before returning
on his business tour to California.
Standish.
As many of our farmers employ themselves
IN winter In the lumber business they are
anxiously waiting for more snow.
1t has been quite sickly in our village but
all are now improving.
The Lodge Of Good Templars is still pros.
pering, much interest being shown by the
acceptance of new members. We hear that
several fine essays have been read by the
members, and the musical part of the enter
tainments is very good.
Stand'sh Lodge L. and A. M. held their
annual meeting this week for the election of
officers. The lodge is In an excellent condi-
ton now, both financially and as to the good
character of its membership.
The annual meeting of the Congregational
Church was held this week and chose the
following church communities: Mr.. J. E.
L.. l. Crooton. We learn that vote has
passed resembling vote passed two years
ago rejecting on the Christian standing of
some Of its members.
:, The Standish Whist Club met this week at
they say, fine time. The club is composed
Of sixteen young ladies and gentlemen, all
good players and will probably meet quite
often during the winter.
in Brewer this week. Her sister, Margaret,
goes with her to take school in the same
city.
Miss Addie Paine is visiting her sister in
S0mervilIe, Mass.
Mrs. A. E. Paine is in Portland.
Miss Maud Dresser Is spending her vaca-
ton in Standish.
Miss Alberta Grove has been visiting Miss
Margaret Higgins.
An effort viii u.s. soon on, be made to start
as we have plenty of material for such an or
ganization and it would be great benefit to
those engaged in agricultural pursuits.
Many of the members of the grange organ
lied in 1875. now dormant, are dead or ad-
yanced in years so that new organization
would be necessary. We have all the
regalia and furniture and money in the
former treasurer's hands, so that much of
the expense of new organization would be
unnecessary.
We believe the farmers in town will take
hold Of this matter and make it success.
kennebunk.
The Knights of Pythias gave their annual
ball on Tuesday evening in Mousam Hall.
1t was after the new year began before any
thought of retiring, and we heard of some
who danced until four o'clock.
The Ladies Methodist Aid Society met in
the vestry of the church Thursday evening
and had their usual pleasant gathering
Meetings have been held this week in the
Baptist Church. Rev. Mr.. Hinkley State
Missionary has been present The attend
ance was not large.
Rev. Francis Grovenor of Kennebunkport
preached at the Methodist church last Sun
day in exchange with Rev. f. A. Bragdon.
Each pastor preached on the subject of
Missions.
Simultaneous Missionary meetings in Port
iohu DioeliOto WOiC diiduScu NY W. .. JONES
the presiding elder. to be held by all these
pastors In the district. In most every case
this was done on the Sd and 4th Sundays of |
December.
The town meeting which was held to con-
slider the matter Of grade crossing on the
Boston & Mai lie. adjourned without taking
any action whatever.
The store of L. Perkins was broken open
last Saturday and an attempt was made to
to break the money draw. Nothing of value
has been missed but Mr.. Perkins offers a
reward OF $50 for the arrest and conviction
Of the parties.
The Daughters of Rebecca celebrated their
anniversary In Odd Fellows Hall Saturday.
The program ne consisted Of readings, tab
leaux, music and fine supper. The hall
was well filled with the ladies and their in
vited guests,
The winter term of the schools began on
Monday last with a full attendance. Mr..
Clark the teacher of Kennebunk High School
seems to have the good will of his pupils.
All like him. Miss Burke of the Grammar
School is at her post as usual.
Runford.