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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20
PRESS COMMENTS.
Farm Mortgages.
Chicago Tribune. }


The bureau of labor Of Minnesota re-
ports marked decrease In the number of
foreclosures of farm mortgages in that
state The Topeka Capital says 1t has no
doubt that Kansas would make an equal
ly good showing II the statistics were
available 1t believes that II the people OF
Kansas had known in 1887 how fast they
were piling up farm Indebtedness they
would have reduced the amount in the
following year instead Of increasing It,,
and the Legislature is stated to be to
blame for not collecting these mortgage
statistics. But the people since then have
realized that they Were loading themselves
up at dangerously rapid rate, and the
farm mortgages have been reduced In
each OF several recent years Probably
they ow do not amount to one-third as
much as they did in 1855
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

Maria Barberi, the Italian girl who
spurned her, whom he had promised to
love and to marry, must according to SEN
tence soon pay the penalty in the electric
chair. It doesn't seem as If this poor,
ignorant, half demented woman, un-
able to employ good legal defense,i is SO
much needed as an example Of "justice"
that her punishment could not at least be
committed to life Imprisonment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

The coming of the Wild West" under
the management of Buffalo Bill' was
an event of greater Importance than
many hereabouts appreciated. Otherwise
the capacious seating facilities of the
show would have been inadequate.
Doubtless this exhibition will have imita-
tors in the future as it has had in the
past and is having now. There will be
none, however with the significance of
that under the personal supervision of its
creator, Col William F. Cody. While
fiction undoubtedly enhanced the reputa-
ton of this famous American, there is
enough Of fact, of actual achievement
connected with the story of his life to
render him figure in the history
of the country and to lend attract
iveness to bis unique personality.
He Is representative of type of an
American. that is passing away and can
not be duplicated. His abilities as lead
or, his boundless energy, his daring and
sagacity displayed in frontier life his keen
knowledge of the American people, when
taken in connection with a rather roman
tic career, are worthy of recognition.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20
Petit Manan Point.

Almost every available site for sum-
mer resort along the coast is taken up
by those who are, or expect to improve 1t
and make 1t the duplicate of Bar Harbor.
Some of these nature has done much for
and 1t will be only question of time
when their natural advantages will at
tract the attention and receive the patron
age they deserve. Petit Manan has those
natural advantages and moreover 1t is in
the hands of men who will not allow
them to lie dormant and unobserved
They arc informing the public of the
splendid work nature has done on Petit
Manan and what the land company has
done and proposes to do in the future
This beautiful resort has the best of har-
bors, a large area of sheltered water for
boating and fishing and as excellent fish
ing grounds as could be asked, while in
season there is good shooting. On the
point Is large deer park with more than
300 deer therein. But the Petit Manan
Company is composed of gentlemen who
hustle any enterprise which they take hold
of and they are not satisfied with natural
advantages alone They are grading the
beautiful drives, are building a fine wharf
and putting up houses for themselves,
and when the Shore Line is built and
there is quick rail communication with
the Point they doubtless expect their re-
fore that time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20
An Insight Into British Character.

Thanks to the news facilities and the
interest taken in the British elections,
Americans are getting an insight into
British political methods and manners,
that ought at least to modify some of the
foolish notions, which have long been held
in this country. There has for some time
been q growing national desire to kick the
dude, who tells US of some form of idiocy
to which he may at the time be devoting
his feeble mind cts English doncher-
know" 1t now appears that he would
have been kicked had not the Americans
improved upon the manners they inherited
from their English ancestors, but the dude
has by no means been the only offender. We
have had learned professors, economists,
those who dabble in the science of govern
ment theorists of all kinds, novelists ;
who strive to look through British
spectacles. We have patterned our coats
Of arms aud methods of living in many
ways from the English. We were not
satisfied with the independent, self
reliant character of our girls, notwith
standing they had no peers, but we must
have them chaperoned after the good old
English CUSTOM OF course If the Eng
lish customs were superior to ours the
chaperon was needed although just why 9
were unable to tell The satisfactory rea-
has never been found but the reason
WY chaperon Is needed in England is
plain enough. Indeed it appears that not
only the English girls need chaperon but
Engllshmen with political ambitions need
body guard. And from recent events, if
not otherwise, we can understand why
GLASS distinctions are SO marked in that
country and it is apparent, If we adopt Eng
fish manners that we shall have them here.
There have been not few English re.
formers who felt this country neeC ed their
assistance. No doubt we did and do. but
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20
Small Demand for Whiskey.
philadelphia Ledger.

Kentucky distiliers having So, 900 600
gallons of whiskey on hand, have con
cluded that that is enough for n year. at
least and propose to suspend work at
their distllleries for twelve month. pro-
vided they can get 90 per cent. OF their
number to enter into the agreement.
They not only have big stock on hand,
but report that the demand is small,
which latter condition should be good
news for the advocates of temperance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

1t would seem that they have plenty of
work ON hand at home. The London Dali
" News tells us that the overwhelming
Tory and Unionist victory is due 60 the
rum element, that Salisbury floats into
power on beer To this is ascribed the de-
feat of Sir william Harcourt, who is the
champion of local option respecting the
sale Of liquor But there Is one featu re
of English politics, which some in this
country have thought worthy of imita-
ton; Harcourt may stand in another dis
trict, where his party strength Is large
enough to assure his election to the Com
mons. In that way his party, of which he
is one of the NEST brilliant leaders, will
have the advantage which his services will
give. In this country he would be rele-
gated to private life andShis party would
b. deprived of his experience and ability.
Not only his party but the cause of tenn
perance In England need him and if he
is returned 1t will be cause for congratu-
lation. 1t is doubtful, however, If he gets
through the campaign without being
rotten egged. Already some sort of mis-.
siles have been hurled at him and at his
wife who accompanied him. Even the
grand old man" was stoned not SO
very long ago. One night this week
a Unionist candidate by the name of
Marks was struck by stone thrown
by some coward in the outskirts of
of the crowd, which he was addressing
These little pleasantries are unknown in
the American elections. True, few are
killed and many are bulldozed at the point
of the pistol in some of the Southern states
during the excitement of an election, SO it
Is hardly in good taste to criticize John
Bulls missile throwing propensities, not
withstanding the amount of advice and
criticism the English always gladly give
u.s. On the whole 1t is apparent that the
self restraint under political excitement
that his American cousin does that Eng
lish manners can be improved by &C
quaintance with American manners
whereas it is very doubtful if the benefit
will be reciprocal.
We also have heard great deal about
tho Englishman's fondness for fair play
and his good qualities as a true sports
man. This had been claimed SO often
and had not been denied that many really
believed 1T. But we have had several H.
Illustrations of late which placed the Eng
fish sportsman in an unfavorable light and
demonstrated that at least, he has no more
fondness for fair play than tho American.
this country of that English air of superb
ority. The English are pretty good
sort of people but the sooner they get rid
of some of their massive and dense con-
ceit and give little heed to the good ex-
amples, which they can have over here
in America for the asking, we are not i'm
portuning them to follow our examples,
the more likelihood there will be of a
marked improvement In the manners Of
the insular kingdom. AS for those who
think an English trademark guarantee
of the best well, the good natured Ameri-
cans will content themselves with laugh
ing them down and out.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20
American Flags.

Almost all the flags of every description
used in the United States navy are made
ut the Brooklyn navy yard, and $4,000
yards of bunting are used every year. 1t
takes more than 200 ensigns and signals
60 fit out the flag lockers of a modern
man-of-war says an exchange.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

A few months ago there was much talk
about the Canadian banking system.
When the suspension of the Montreal
bank is cleared up we shall know more
about the practical workings of the sys-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

william K. Vanderbilt thinks he knows
all about breeding and training horses
and is to start stud farm in France.
Anyhow he can pay for his education in
that line, whatever 1t may cost.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

Senator Voorhees, is singularly silent,
just now, respecting the free coinage
craze. AS he sees it waning he no doubt
thinks he has already said too much.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

Somebody is colossal liar. One of
the gentlemen, to whom report said Gen.
Harrison had declared he wouldn't &C.
cept the presidency under any conditions,
says the story was made "out of whole
CLOTH" This last statement is probably
the true one
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20
9aila Arnnebee guurnal.
TERMS: 500 Per Year.

No notice whatever will be taken Of un-
signed communications.
The JOURNAL CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE
for the preservation or return Of rejected COM
munications.
Address all communications relating to sub
scriptions and advertisements to BuRLEIaH &
FLYNT. Publishers, Augusta, Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

The report that knights of Labor will
boycott national bank notes is preposter-
GUS. If they refuse these when offered to
them they will be left to 90 without pay
ment and that kind of boycott every
body but the boycotters can stand all
summer long.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

The attempt to cut down the salary of
King Oscar of Sweden and Norway has
failed. Probably rumors of war will now
be revived.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20
Beauty a Protection.

PLOTTING Mamma-Why do you alwovs
take your Cousin Nellie with your Her
plain. AUX
Daughter-I know it, mamma Int
when we have Nellie along We never bnva
any trouble finding policeman to tata W.
across the street.-New York Weekly rs
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

Stambuloff was no saint, but he will
be remembered as martyr to the cause
of Bulgarian Independence and Russian
misgovernment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

Isn't it about time to find out whether
our anti trust laws can be enforced and II
no why they are not enforced?
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

political landslide, will now be good
English.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

There are three doctors on Auburn's
board of health. The citizens are not to
be frightened. however, for two of the
doctors are dentists.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20
Weak and Nervous

Describes the condition of thousands of
people at this season. They have no an
petite, cannot sleep, and complain of the
prostrating effect of warmer weather
Ihis condition may be remedied by
Hoods Sarsaparilla, which creates an an
petite and tones up all tho organs. It
gives good health by making the blood
pure.
hood's Pills are the best after dinner
pills, assist digestion, cure headache.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

going to be mere reiterations Of what he
has already put forth. But reiteratlon OF
falsities Is neither argument nor proof.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

A report from Topsham, that man
pitched on and off IS loads of hay in one
day, recalls the fact that this is the sea-
son for pitching on-and-off records.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20
MAINE GOSSIP.

Two of Brunswick's national banks
are without presidents, on account of
death
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

Fairfield S oldest citizen, Uncle George
Kendall, is 90 years old but he did enjoy
Buffalo Bills show, intensely.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

That new steamer, Salacia, which is to
ply between Portland and the islands at
the mouth of the Kennebec Is said to be
a beauty and capable of running fifteen
miles an hour without extra exertion.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

Brunswick sewers are going in with
rapidity, although the man who was
prominent in opposing them will not pay
his taxes, which by the way amount to
S3 cents
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-07-20

Topsham has very satisfactory way
of settling a town quarrel. Owing to
the appointment of a chief engineer of
the fire department, who was not accept
able to some Of the firemen, tho latter
formed an independent company and
bought a new hand tub. The town now
has two fire companies, and won't there
be a hustle to see which shall get to fire
first and do the most effective work
Daily Kennebec journal., 1895-11-19
TURKEYS TROUBLES.
Several Pscks OF II Scattered Through All u G
Sultan's Domains.

Coustantinople, Nov. 1s-The troors
are b,ing actively modified in Anatolia,
but each battalion, instead Of reaching the
estimated strength of 1000 men, does nc t
exceed 600 men. The Porte has cancelled
the order for six batt,lIons in Macedonia
to 60 to Syria, the vail of Salonica p' O.
testing that it would be unsafe to weaks II
the forces In Macedonia under the existing g
conditions.
Advices from Beyrout, Syria, are to the
effect that the agitation among the Druses
continues to increase The Mutualis r.
fuse to answer the Porte's summons for
them to join the Redifs bssing their re-
fusal on the ground that thsy fear that the
Druses will plunder the villages In their
absence. There is much uiscontent among
the Mussulmans because of the summon
ing Of reserves.
A serious outbreak has occurred In
Yameu, the principal division of Arabia.
The imaun OF Sana, In Yemen. at the head
Of 45. 900 Arabs. armed with Marsini-
Henri riffs. defeated the Turkish troops
in three successive fights The Turks are
now inside the walls Of the town of Sans,
which Is closely invested by the Arabs.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1895-11-19
THE KNIGHTS OF LABOR
will Submit Proposed Constitutional imeni
ment 10 the Assemblies.

Washington, Nov. IS. AT today's ses
sion of the general assembly of the knights
of Labor. the initiative and referendum
amendment to the constitution was agreed
to after being amended to provide that one
quarter of the local assemblies could initi-
ate legislation,
1t is provided that after this fourth
has agreed to the proposed change, the
proposition must be submitted to the whole
body OF locals, and if II majority agree
thereto, the change will be authorized and
will become the law of the organization
without awaiting the action of the next
general assembly.
The constitution was amended to Cx-
oludo gamblers, lawyers, bankers and
brokers' as at present, also to exclude all
employers engaged in the manufacture of
or dealers In intoxicating liquors, pernit
ting each local assembly 10 decide for
itself whether it will admit bank presi-
dents, walters, etc, eugagcd temporarily
In the work of dispensing liquors, having
no connection with the place where EN-
ployed, as the proprietor
A resolution was adopted favoring the
recognition of the Cuban insurgents as
bslligerents
Daily Kennebec journal., 1895-11-19
New Order of Things Pro-
duces This Result.
Women Can Keep Strong and Well
by Taking
Or Greene's Kervura Blood and Nerve
Remedy.

The advent of woman into new occupa-
tlons brings new era into her life.
Heretofore she had only to encounter the
strain of household duties. Broader fields
brings to her increased burdens Her
naturally sensitive organism is subject to
a new nervous tension. How does it af-
feet her? 1t brings exhaustion to her ner-
vous energies. 1t brings weakness and loss
ofvitality. 1t tadds new dangers to her con-
dition. What does it do to future genera
tionss 1t robs them of the robust vitality
and nervous force they ought to have 1t
starts them in life the weaker physically
and mentally, the result of this condition
of her nervous system, weakened and over
wrought as it is. 1t then becomes q vital
subject of the welfare of the women-one to
which the thoughtful are already giving
attention, one of serious moment to all.
1t is duty each woman owes to herself
and her children. Given only to house
hold duties that burden, see to it that
your over-worked nerves are righted and
your exhausted strength regained. Don't
delay single hour. If you arc woman
wage-earner in any occupation and are
over-worked in the duties which weigh
upon you, see to it that you keep
your nervous force up to its proper
standard, that you renew your strength
and Keep up your power to work.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1895-11-19
DRExLER is GOOD.
He Objects to Being Kissed By
Girls in Public Streets.
Three Try II But He Has Them Arrested
and Fined.

Nav York. Nov. 1S-Oscar Drexler was
violently kissed at Allen and Rivington
streets. Friday evening, and, In the ian
onaoe of that neighborhood, he made a
6oller about is and got the girls
pinched.
Mr. Drexler-and he says 1t very EN-
phatically-does not like this sort OF
thing As they say in Allen street, be
wouldn't stand for 1t.
| IL Was this way: Dreyler Is young and
fairly prepossessing. He is clothier,
and so dresses we'll. He wears high hat
and glasses. He lives at No. 224 East
Houston street He went out on Friday
evening to visit his mother in Allen
street The streets were crowded by wo-
men. timid. bold, fair and otherwise. A
proup OF the bolder suddenly surrounded
Drexler. and, to his intense Indignation,
some of them held his arms and three OF
them kissed him. He remembers three
distinct smacks Then he wrenched him
| self free and fed down Allen street until
he ran into Policeman Farley.
'rve been Kissed he shouted, ex-
cltedly.
so have l." the policeman said, "but
not recently.
"But," insisted the outraged Drexler,
I've been held up in the public streets
and forcibly kissed, and demand that the
omen be arrested
Farley went with him to No 159 Allen
street and arrested Maggie Keegan, %
years old, of No. 1870 Allen street. and
Annie Lynch, "a years old, who said she
lived where she was found. They said
they had never kissed man in their
lives, and as for kissing Drexler-well
what they said about that is neither here
nor there.
Drexler appeared against them in the
Essex Market police court, yesterday
morning and identified them as the
kissers. He was sure of Annie Lynch,
anyway. But said Magistrate Went
worth, you do not recognize her from
any peculiar impression lett by the kiss"
Drexler didn't. He also denied that he
had ever been huggcd forcibly before.
DO you feel very much upset." the
magistrate asked.
mo, said the kissed. "but such con-
duct Is not nice"
And to show that he agreed with this
vew of it, the magistrate fined the girls
81 each They couldn't pay it, and will
spend two days in prison, pondering upon
the peril attending public and ostcnta-
tious OSculation
Daily Kennebec journal., 1895-11-19
HOW TO SELECT POULTRY.
Distinguishing Points by which Good Ia.
BILE Birds May Easily BE Recognized.

The intelligent and judicious choice of
birds intended for table purposes is a sub
Ject which every housewife ought careful
ly to study, as it forms a very important
Item i'll practical housekeeping. The points
necessary to remember are few and simple.
and doubtless they are already fully nm
derstood by experienced readers. Still as
we must all be young housewives before
we can DE oid ones, it may prove helpful
10 many who have not as yet given much
thought to the matter to cnumerate briefly
the distinguishing points by which good
table BIRDS may very easily be recognized.
The best chickens are those with small
bones, short legs and clean, firm, white
looking flesh. The white legged birds are
generally considered the best for boiling
and those with black legs the most suita-
bic for roasting. Cocks should have sho7t
spurs, smooth legs and short, smooth.
bright colored comb, while hens should
also be smooth legged and full breasted
Capons, when really fine, have a fat
vein underneath the wing short, pale
comb and smooth legs. The breast Of a
prime duck should be plump and firm,
and the skin should be clear, fresh looking
and pleasant to the touch. When, there
fore, the indications are the reverse of
these, the bird is either old or stale.
A goose when young and fresh, has o
plump breast, white, cool skin and yellow,
pliable feet while turkey in the same
prime condition has perfectly smooth,
black legs, firm flesh, bright eyes and sup
pie feet. The age of cock turkey can
easily be told by the length of his spurs,
but when purchasing, choose, Ii possible,
a hen