Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1892-10-27

On Columbus Day at $50 the scholars
from the Bay, Ryetield, Georges Pond and
West Franklin districts with flags and
music Joined the school in district No 2,
forming hollow square in front of the
school building. Members of the &. A. r.,
who were conspicuous with their bright
banner, were assigned front rank. The
regular exercise for the day was begun
here and continued at the Hall after
march participated in by long procession
the veterans leading of. Mr.. Sherman
Scammon being chairman, after prelimna-
~ remarks, he introduced Rev. Mr.. Avery.
who entertained the children with some
sketches OF the aborigines. contrasting
their customs with those of the Indians of
to-day-the result OF civilzing and chris
thanking influence. Then, in glowing
terms, the speaker eulogiZed our soldiers.
Mr.. Scammon's opening and concluding
remarks were in accord with the lesson of
the day, showing familiarity with his sub
ject, and were instructive and entertain
ing. Miss Grace Dyer and Master Ray
Dwelley gave appropriate recitations; but
the lateness Of the hour interfered some
what with similar favors. and an adjourn
ment came after cheers by our veterans.
Mr. Wsshburn and assistants of Brewer
who have frescoed the Methodist church
and vestry have done some fine work.
When the proposed carpets and cushions
assume tangible shape, the rooms will be
very attractive; and our description will
be more elaborate.
The sale advertised by the Willing
Workers" came of Wednesday and Thurs
day evenings of last week The display of
their handiwork attested to the activity
and good taste Of the members. Thursday
evening lecture by Rev. Mr.. Lockhart Of
Cherryfeld was an additional attraction.
His subject. wit, Humor and Pathos,"
consisted of bits of droll pleasantres from
the Irish, Scotch, English and American
nstionalities. The face of the speaker was
an index to the lights and shadows Of his
portrayals. Mr.. Washburn also favored
the audience with few songs; and in his
rendering of "McCarteys mare" We quite
heard the feet-footed PAGER on the road.
He received fattering applause.
Mrs. Washburn was in town three days
last week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Oliver Mcneil wound I'D
the weeks festivities by musicale at
their home Friday evening, when some
recitations were favored the company by
Misses Cassilena Springer and Gcnevieve
West.
Mrs. Lillian Stinson and babe Of West
Sullivan and Mrs. SIS friend, Miss Myrtle
Bishop of Pressure Isle. were visiting in
town, last week.
Mr.. William Ramsell of Charlestowu,
Mass, was the guest of Mr.. J. N. Dwelley,
during the week.
Mrs. Nettie Higgins ard little daughter
are at Mr.. John Parsons
Mr.. and Mrs. Ransom B. circuit have
returned from three weeks visit to their
daughter in Georgetown, Mass.
Saturday afternoon, for the third time
in his life, Mr.. VIM. 7. Havey, one Of our
highly respected citizens, had a narrow es-
cape from fatal result while using blast
ing powder. AS foreman on the quarry Of
Dunbar Bros. at West Sullivan, he was in
the act of putting powder from a can into
seam that had just been charged unsatis-
factorily, when it is supposed sufficient Of
the unburned fuse remained to ignite the
falling powder, also the powder in the can,
causing an explosion which threw him
some distance, burning his clothing. also
his body and burning his moustache clean
of and smuggling his front hair nearly off,
blsckening his face almost beyond recox-
milton. Mr.. II. lost the sight of one eve
in similar experience some years ago;
and it is thought that the very thick glass
es that he wears, shielded and preserved
his one eye 10 this instance. DR.. Brigham
was called as on former occasions. The
patient is now doing well.
Oct. "a. LEON.