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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21
SPARKS FROM MAINE WIRES.

An exploding oil stove stove set fire to a
tenement house at Livermore, Saturday.
Loss to buildings, $500; to furniture, 500 /;
no insurance.
York Mills, Saco, will probably start
Sept. L. The employees have not yet been
notified but the prospect is that work will
be resumed then.
NJ ii. Grinnell, who assaulted the cler-
gyman, at Rockport, last week, was fined
So and costs, and put under $500 bonds to
keep the peace. Grinnell formerly lived at
Gardner.
Harry Landes of Worcester, Mass, has
been elected principal of the Rockland
high school in place of Victor V. Thsmp-
son. resigned. Mr.. Landes is graduate
of Harvard.
The Methodist campmeeting opened al
Old Orchard, Monday night. Owing to
showers the attendance was light, but there
is prospect of very successful sessions
There will be seven services daily, chiefly
conducted by prominent preachers of the
district.
AT Ocean Park, Monday, the convention
of Philanthropics met, there being large
attendance. The leading speakers were
Mrs. l.. M. N. Stevens, Rev. G.. W. Hink'
ley of Good Will Farm, Mayor Hamilton
of Biddeford, Mr.. aud Mrs. Slattery, the
converted priest and wife, Chftondale
Mass Miss l.. A. Demerritt, Dover; and
Miss Lucia E. +. Kimball, Chicago. There
will be convention of the Loyal Woman
of American Liberty.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21
The Energy of Oars,nen.

Professor Trowbridgc made investiga-
ton ON the expenditure of energy by eight
men during one of the college races, says
the Brooklyn Eagle. The distance-four
mile course, or 81, 1870 feet-was traNersed
in 81 minutes, there being a speed of about
1000 feet minute. The resistance of the
boat at this speed was determine1&by ex-
pertinent to be rs pounds, and the work
per minute for the eight men, therefore,
was rs, 900 foot pounds, which is OPS
horsepower per man. This is seven times
the rate which strong laborers are com-
pellcd to maintain during days work.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21

Evanston can always be relied upon for
good story. Between the university and
the enforcement of the prohibition laws
something is always happening that is
unique Even the ragpickcrs in the col
lego town arc able to contribute TO the
general entertainment If they do not real
ize how pointed their remarks arc. \ few
days ago ono Of Evanston's philanthropic
citizens, who has q heart big enough to
takc in the interests of every one, from the
highest to the lowest asked an old rag
pcddlcr who has been around there for
Fcars how he found business.
well, Evanston amt much of place
for rags, but it's a great place for bottlcs"
was the reply Chicago Post.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21
layers in tho country Will DO preset.

players in the country Will DO preset.
Norwich at least part of the week desig-
mated. Among the ex-champions who
will swing n mallot will be johnson, Ja-
sobus, Bishop and Strong and possibly
Smith of Cottage City, Mass, who was
known until recently as tho boy player
and who was champion in 1891
One of the lessons taught by this annual
meet is that clean amateur sport is in re-
sity the highest typo of competitive ath-
letics, and that courtesy and gcntlcmanly
bearing have their place upon the field as
well as mere prowcss or skill.
billiard BRUCE
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21
CHAMPION WILLIE KNEcHT.

W. johnson, Philadelphia; 1884, General
Edward Harland, Norwich; 1885, Charles
JacObus, New Brunswick, n. j.; 1886, G.
Hull Botsford, New York city; 1887,
Abram Wambold, Staten Island, N. ";
1883. n. l.. Bishop, Norwich; 1889, George
w. johnson, Philadelphia; 1890, George
C. Strong, New London; 1891, Charles
Smith, Cottage City, Mass; 1892, George
w. johnson, Philadelphia; 1898, William
knecht Matawan, n. J.
The players are divided into three classes
first second and third. The winner in
tho third class takes his place in the Sec
ond next year, and the leading player in
the second division enters the first class the
next season, with chance of winning the
national championship. Knecht, the cham
pion of 1898, has played in all three class
es having wonifirst place in the third in
1891, in the SECOND in 1899 and in the first
last summer. :, He will probably enter the
lists this season and if in good condition
will win easily.
The modern game of eight croquct
does not differ from the ordinary lawn
game except in the layout of the court.
This is 80 by 60 feet and is made of
hard rolled earth and bounded by wooden
Tail ttDOub lOuT lTUiIi
all ''carom" shots are made. The wickets
are steel arches 311 inches wide, while tho
solid rubber balls arc 81 inches in Gi-
ameter. 1t will be seen that the real cXcr-
else of skill in the game consists in fore
ing the balls through the narrow wickets,
which are only ono-quarter of an inch
wider than the spheres.
A player who can send ball through q
wicket at q distance of 10 or 12 feet is de-
cidcdly good shot. In some instances
wickets have been made from distance
of go feet, but usually when the result of
gamo depended upon that wicket being
gained.
The order of wickets in the scientific
game is tho same as in tho lawn game,
and like rules apply in regard to hitting
an opponents ball. Two balls, however,
arc used by each player, as the tournament
games are always dual contests, and four
balls are needed in the field in order that
long runs may be possible. To open the
game each player shoots the two balls al
lotted him from line drawn through the
"cage" or double wicket in the center of
tho field, endcavoring to lodge them as
near the lower or turning stake as posi-
bic. Tho one who places his balls nearest
this stake is entitled to the first play. All
balls are in play from where they rest,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21
FAIRFIELD.

While Mrs. George A. Spearing and
daughter were visiting Mrs. Spearings
father, in Clinton Sunday, they had mar
row escape from serious accident. The
three were in the orchard, and boy who
was cunning for birds, fred at one in the
tree without seeing the people under it.
The bird was killed, and though the shots
cnt the leaves and wffistled in close prox-
unity to the heads of the people under the
tree, no one was hit by them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21
riost Women's Troubles

are caused by a disordered stom-
ach. The genuine Carlsbad Spru-
del Salt is a positive remedy for
a disordered stomach. 1t clears
the complexion and purifes the
blood. Best results when out
door exercise can be had. Secure
only the genuine imported article,
which must have the signature of
"EIsNER & MENDELsoN Co. Agts.,
New York, on every package.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21
THE ALLEGED MURDERERs
OF Henry Crosby, at merrimac, Mass. Ar
raigned. Monday. al Amesbury.

AMEsBuRY, Mass, Aug. 20.-Frank
Little and Frank Hunt were arraigned in
the Second district court, this evening, and
pleaded not guilty. Their cases were con-
tinued to Saturday, and both were COM
mitted to Jail, charged with numbering
Henry f. Crosby.
At Amesbury, Mass, Monday, Joseph L.
johnson of Newburyport, was arraigned
for the murder of Henry f. Crosby, at
Merrimac. He pleaded not guilty, and the
case was continued to Saturday. johnson
was committed to Jail.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21
The list For Life.
laEA

Johnsing - WHY does you fish have
whisky at dem wakes oh yours?
Grogan-Surc, to SEQ whether the mon
IS dead or not. If he don't be afther get
tin up to join tn boys in II drink, we know
1t Is time to bury m.-Indianapolis
Journal
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21

Tinnc, toward the close of his life, took
pleasure in reading his works, and would
exclaim as he read, forgetting that he HIM
self was the author Beautiful wish
had written that"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21
Good ADVICE.

Never sacrifice comfort or health to up
pearance. 1t is fearful price to pay for
the approval of class of people whose
opinion Is Of so little worth that it can
be bought with fine appearance or elegant
furniture. Washington Star.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21

Lizzie Patterson, aged II years, con-
victed of passing forged checks on severa
Broadway jewellers, New York, was sen
fenced, Monday, to three years and siz
months in Auburn prison.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21
NEW ENGLAND LEAGUE.
This Tells How The New England Experts
Played Ball, Yesterday.
-. New England Standing.
AT HAN ERHILL.

Tcdays game was close and interesting
up to the fourth. In the fifth Fournier be-
came disheartened at his poor support and
after that was hit more freely. A poor
throw BY Reagan in the eighth gave Brock
ton three runs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21

During violent storm on the Sohexna
river, Russia, Friday, the vessel foundered
and over 100 persons were lost, but six
icing saved.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21

The Dutch army in the East Indies
numbers 81, 900, over one half being ma
tivcs. The navy is partly colonial, partly
royal and is supported in part by the col
oniea
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21
Today's Games.

Cincinnati a. Boston, Pittsburg at Baltimore,
Cleveland at Philadelphia, Louisville at Washing
Brockton at Pawtuckct, lewiston at Fall River,
Hayefhill at Portland
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21

At Erie-Erie, 8; Providence, 4.
At Buffalo-Buffslo, II; Springfield, 2.
AT Wilkesbsrre--Wil kesbsrre, IL; Scran-
ton, Z.
At Syracuse-Syracuse, IA; Allen
town, f.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21


AT WASHINGTON.
Washington narrowly escaped defeat, to-
day, in the seventh, through bad errors.
after the game was won by Joyce's terrific
batting, he making single and three home
runs ia his first four times at bat. Attend
ance, 1904.
12 3 s 81 50
Washington ..... / % o
Hts-Wasbington, II; Louisville, .. Error
Washington, 6; L0uiayillc, 0. Maui and Nc
CURE; Knell and Grim.
At BROOKLYN.
The game, today, between Brooklyn and
st. Louis was one-sided from beginning to
end, the home team knocking Clarksons
curves all over the field and over the fence.
Kennt dy pitched very good ball and was
well supported. Attendance, 1902.
1234 1857 50
st. Louis............ o / / o O.
Hts-Brooklyn. is; st. Louis. 6. Error
BROOKLYN; st. I.ouis, 9. Kennedy and Dail,y;
Clarkson and Miller.
AT NEW YORK.
The Colts were eeBy victims for New
York today Griffith was batted hard. Rusie
kept the hits well scattered and received
fine support. The visitors ran bases like
amatt urs. Attendance, 1900.
3 8 s
New York. 3 +: 2 XII
Chicago ............ 0 0 2 o O. !
IIits-New York. II; Chicago. II. Eros
New York, !; Chicago, T. Rusc and Farrell
Griffith and SERVER
I'LL AT PHILADELPHIA.
The PhilIies went another nctch near r
fourth place, by beating Cleveland, today
The game was uninterestiDg. Wtybing
hurt his hand in the second while trying to
stop hard hit, and Harper relieved lin
and pitched we'll. 0'ConnOr was also hurt
Attendance, 2000.
2 3 4 @ 8
Philadelphia. 9 2 0 0 Ole
Clevelaud........ 0 0 0 0 o.
Hits philadelphia, II; Cleveland, 9. Errors
Philadelphia, 9. Cleveland, :. Weighing, iIsr
per ana buckley; Young, O'Connor and thinner
AT BOSTON.
No game; rain.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21
what The Star Ball Players Of the WsrId Did
Yesterday.
National Lsague Standing.
AT BALTIMORE.

Menafee outgeneraled Esper, today.
But four singles we're Tailed by the Orioles
in the last six innings. Hawke pitched in
the last four for Baltimore, and but two
singles were made of him. Several fine s
were imposed on the visitors by Umpire
Belts, and Beckley was ordered out of the
game in the eighth. Attendance, $50.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21
At PORTLAND.

Hits-IIavCrhiil, 10; Brockton, 10. Errors-liav
Grill. 1; Brockton. Z. Lampc and Sweeney; -Four
nicr and leager.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21
AT WASHINGTON.

Iits-Baltimore, 10; Pittsburg. II. Errors
Baltimore, B; Pittsburg. 3. Esper, Hawke and
Robins; Mensfee and Mack.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21
Tight CRolUET KINGS.
They Hold Their Annual Tour
nament This Month.
AS SCIENTIFIC As BILLIARDS.

Putting Three and . Quarter Inch BAH
Through . Thrco and q Half Inch Wicket
Fifty or Sixty Feet Distant Requires Skill.
( Willie Knecht, the Boy Champion.
The thirteenth annual championship
tournament of the National Croquet asso-
citation, which is to be held in Norwich,
Conn, during the third week in August,
will call together about 40 expert players
The field has been put in excellent condi-
ton for the games, and every facility will
be afforded that can make the meet thor
oughly successful.
The present champion of the National
association is William Knecht of Malta
wan, N. j., lad of IS, who has played in
the Norwich tournament for three years
The champions during the past dozen
years have been as follows: 1882, A. G..
Shipman, New York city; 1888, George
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21
3j5$ +
AT FALL RlN ER.
"a. d IT,
Other Games.

No game; rain.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21

Hits Lewiston. "A; Portland s. Erfors-Lew
iston. 1; Portland, o. Mains and Is, rgen; Daniels
aut Edgar
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21

The home team won, today, by good
work, all its eight runs being earned.
Mains has great speed and control and kept
the Portlands' hits well scattered. The
features were Bergens hitting and the work
of Lewistons inteld. Tuesday and Wednes-
days games have been transferred to Fall
River.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21
81 3.
AT BROOKLYN.

Hts-Wasbngton, II; Louisville, 9. Error
Washington, 6, Louisyillc, Q. Maui and Nc
CURE; Knell and Grim.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21

Hits philadelphia, II; Cleveland, .. Errors
Philadelphia, 9. Cleveland Z. weighing, iIsr-
per ana buckley; Young O'Connor and thinner.
AT BOSTON.
No game; rain.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-08-21

The Colts were essy victims for New
York, today. Griffith was batted hard. Rusie
kept the hits well scattered and received
fine support The visitors ran bases like
amatt urs. Attendance, 1900.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-01
NATIONAL POLITICS.
Peoples Party Platform Endorsed
 Local Assembly 3,OS9.

Peoples Party Platform Endorsed by
 Local Assembly 3,OS9.
 Local Assembly No 30S9. Knights of Labor at there meeting Friday evening adopted the following resolutions:
 Whereas. Local Assembly No 3OS9, K of l.. is banded together for principles of organization, education and cooperation and after careful study and discussion, of the economic questions feels that the alarming development and aggressivenes of the power of money and corporations under the present industrial and political systems, will inevitably lead 10 the hope less degradation of the masses and
 Whereas, there are now in this country more than two million men in enforced idlencss and as a result crime and pauper- ism are increasing at an alar ming rate; and
 Whereas. the fifty third congress, whi's C fully aware of this condition, has lent 1t. self to the greedy interest of corporations in the form of trusts, monopolies, etc, which have resulted in causing the de. plorable state of affairs in this country. Therefore be it
 Resolved. that it is the opinion of the members of Local assembly, 3OS9, K. oi L., that there should be a congress elected from the people pledged to leglslate in the interests of the producing people; and be it further
 Resolved, that Local assembly, No 30S9 K. of L., in meeting assembled pledge our selves and our votes to the principles o the peoples party as set fourth in tn, Omaha platform, as We believe that sucl legislation as called for by the Omahs platform of the peoples party will reliev, the industrial depressIons and bring pros perlty to a wrOnged and robbed people.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-01
DOWN THE VALLEY NOTES
Doings of Day In Naugatucs and Union
 Cfty.

Doinks ot bAy Tn NauEatuck ana union
 City.
 NAuGArucK, Oct 1.--Now that the town meeting is over comparisons between last and this years reports will be in order. Paupers cost us in 1893. si. .12l. .0S; in 1894 sI.654. .95; roads outside of borough in 1893. g. 3.9SS.50: in 1894. s5. .446.35. The town farm in 1893 cost above receipts s1.- 236 fl; in 1891. s4 l62 46. In 1898 the town hall lacked S27O.21 of paying ex- penses; in 1894. s1, 179 SS Schools cost in 1893. SIS, ,427. 92: in 1894, slT,I70. 96. The whole expense of running town in 1893, including over 5000 for special officers was s53. .SS2 92; in 1894. without specials S6I .054 .03. The reported indebtedness in 1893 was S1n6. 953 2l: this years report makes it SlI5,420.43. The amount paid to town officers this year is nearly 5000. si 900 of which could be saved by in- eluding the whole town in borough with a borough court. The town report covers forty plges and is gotten up very nicely. The Rev MT Blackman, a former pastor here. IS to lecture in the parish house on October 10. Subject. Sixty Minutes in Europe" Mir Blackman has charge of the department of christian ethics and social science at Yale.
 Destroying For the Sake of Saving was the theme discoursed by Rev Sherrod Soule yesterday. His argument that tho depression of the past two years was fol the best, would fall rather flat on mar with an empty stomach.
 woman with a man of thirty and couple of youths following her up. va chasing around on Saturday evening hunt ing up a socialist meeting. She claimed she had been engaged tn speak here. Three or more out of town parties in dulged too freely and were gathered in b. Chief Horsford's men yesterday. | Curb stone for walk on both sides O Maple street from Church to Water stree is being brought ready for use.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-01
THE CARS ILLNESS.
Ills Mniady Made Worse by Contracting
 g.Ygnn. TaIH

His Mniady Made Worse by Contracting
 Serious Gold.
 VIENNA, Oct. I-Tho Tageb!att publish cd a lcttcr from St. Petersburg stating that the cznr Is suffering with two dis tinCt maladics He has been affected for some tino with highly developed ncuras- thenia, coupled with ana'mia When the attacks are severer than usual, his whole household Is alarmed. The second disease was long in developing. At first 1t was taken for diabetes, then Bright's disease and finally for tuberculous affection of the kidneys.
 Tho kidney affection was aggravated recently by cold contracted during n night visit to his son, Grand Duke George Before he loft St. Petersburg the czar on one occasion visited telegraph office at 1 o'clock in tho morning and sent n dis patch to Abbastuman asking after Grand I Duke Georgn's health. His majesty wait | cd at the office for m hour and n half for | the reply, which, when 1t came proved un- | satisfactory He returned to his bedroom, | and throwing himself into chair cN- claimed, Oh, God, what have donc tC | be so severely punishcd.'
 | On the night of Grand Duk" Gcorgc'' arrival at Spala the czar visited his r""n after everybody had retired for the night | passing half dressed through cold corri dors. He watched his sleeping son for [ long time, with the result that ho caugh | a chill
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-01
ITALIANS TO ORGANIZE.
Rev Dr Martin of St CecilIa's to Forr
 Another Parish.

Rev Dr Martin of St CecnIH's to Form
 Another Parish.
 Rev Dr Martin, the esteemed pastor of St Cecilla's German Catholic church, has been selected by the Right Rev Bishop Tierney to organize the Italians of Water bury. with the view of creating a new par ish. Dr Martin received his appointment Saturday and notified his congregation yesterday. Since returning from Europe two years ago. Rev Dr Martin has at- tended to the spiritual wants and sick calls of the Italians Catholics. but no effort at organization was made until the present. There are about two thousand Italian Catholics in Waterbury. Rev Dr Martin will be pastor tor the present, but the work will not interfere with his duties as pastor of the growing parish of Si Cecilia Dr Martin is an earnest ard tire less worker and is greatly beloved by hi. people. Arrangements for holding ser wees for his new charge are not yet com. t,leted
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-01
MAINLAND HIGHWAYS.
What It Costs to Repair Poor Roads In
 One County-Good Advice


 One County-Good Advice
 While public debt is, as a rule, to be avoided 1t is often merely matter of arithmetic to show that it sometimes pays to create public debt. Frederick county, Md, for instance, spends about $25, 900 year in repairing roads. At 1 per cent the county could borrow $500, 900 for $2o, 900 year. With $500. 900 it could make 250 miles of macadam road, which, with the present turnpike roads, would probably cover all the i'm portant roads of the county. The sum of $5,o0o would then remain, without increasing present expenditures, for re- pairs or a sinking fund.
 Such policy as this is not an experi- ment It has been tested in New Jersey, and the result in the public esteem is shown by tho extension of the system. This leaves out of consideration the say ing to the farmers and other taxpayers effected by good roads. By boing able to reach market in the winter season. by tho saving in time. horsefiesh and ve- hicles, it is estimated that tho average farmer can save far moro than enough each year to pay his whole tax bill. IL Is only question of time that tho New Jersey system will be introduced into Maryland. ut least into those rich 'oun. ties where there is plenty of stone. VI
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-01
PENNSYLVANIA CAMPAIGN.
The Democratic Candidates to Make n Tour
 of the state.

oT the state.
 PHILAnELrHIA, Oct 1.-The Democrats will open their campaign in this state In Pittshurg about Oct. 2u and continue for two weeks q series Cf important rcccp- tions and meetings in tho principal cities of tho state. William M. SinEcrly, can tidate for governor. will head party of distinguished Democrats madc up uf the other candidates on the state ticket and party leaders from all scCiiuns of the com monwealtb. They will travel in n special train. and after holding n meeting at Pittsburg will go to Eric and thcnco through tho oil region, and then will fol- low big meetings in the cities and towns along the line Of the Pennsylvania rail road.
 Besides Mir. Singcrly tho party will In clude Governor PattIsun, National Chair man William r. IIarrity, Attorney Gen eral Hensel, OK Congressman Sowdcn, OK Secretary of tho Commonwealth William :. Stcnger. all of whom will make speeches; Candidates John =. Killing, David F. Magec ". w. Greenland, Thom as Collins. Henry Meyer and many other Democrats prominent in the party coun' | cils in Pennsylvania.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-01
WORLD or SPORTS

Thompson. Delahanty and Turner of Philadelphia are having a great battle for supremacy in batting. with a record of .405. .402 and .402 respectively.
 Of the five Baltimore pitchers. Me Mah"n. Hemming. Gleason, Esper and Hawte. all but the first named are cast ofis from other clubs.
 Captain Anson of Chicago. will be among the first ten batsmen of the league, as he has .3S2 average.
 Meekin of New York has lost but nine games this year. and Rusie ten. Nichols has IA defeats against him.