Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-06-28
Maine Chautauqua Union.


We wonder how many OF ou1 readers
nave had the privilege of visiting one Of
the most charming spots in our beautiful
State. Werefer to place called 'Martha's
Grove" in Fryeburg, Me-, about two
miles from the old historic village, one Of
the grandest old villages to be met with
In travels however broad. Fryeburg is
located on the Mountain division, NJ. C.
n. r., and the grove is reached from the
station by horse car, a unique ride
through most picturesque country.
Arrived at the grove We look about u.s.
Nature has done much for this place,
situated as it is, upon the bank of the Saco
river and directly opposite is a magnifi-
cent outlook of mountain scenery. Kear-
sage is Just in 'front.' its whole eastern
side in full sight, perhaps six miles away
across the charming intervals OF the Saco
and Mt Washington's lofty summit is
clearly visible The grove is of maple, elm,
and pine and the ground is covered with
velvety green turf, free from under
brush, and resembling park. There is
also mineral spring that attracts many
who have been benefited by its waters.
1t is safe to say that no locality among
the many now devoted to the annual
gatherings of the Chautauquans possesses,
In such variety and profusion, the natural
attractions and advantages of Martha's
Grove for the Chautauqua meetings. The
programme for the season, which contin-
ues from July 20 to Aug 10, is one of
great promise. Col. Homer B. Sprague,
the Shakespearean lecturer of the day,
will give three of his finest lectures. The
Rev. j. o. Wilson, ID. D., of Brooklyn,
N. VI whose visit last year was so &C. |
ceptable that the announcement of his |
coming will insure him large audience
this year, is to give as the recognition
day address his lecture "Sitting for his
Picture" In the evening of that day he
will show US Switzerland in Autumn
Robes" Miss Adelaide Wescott of New
York, Is to give two monologue enter
tainments and Miss Edith Mae Smith of |
the Emerson school is to read at grand
concert given by the Cambridge high
school orchestra under the direction of
Prof Chapman, who is to have charge
of the musical department. In addition
to the regular chorus choir Prof. Chap
man will instruct class in school music.
Several concerts will be given as well
as illustrated lectures, three of the latter
by f. r. Robertson of Maiden, N Y, his
subjects being China, Japan and Aus
tralia. Rollo Kirk Bryan, the chalk
tal1er, is also to entertain us. An I'M
usually interesting and profitable list for
special study in classes Is presented. Miss
Barrows will conduct the cooking school;
p. P. Field, NJ d., of Boston, Is to have
the department Of oratory, embracing ex-
preston, voice culture, reading, elocu-
ton and gesture. Edwin H. Forbes, ESQ.,,
is this year going more fully into the
science of mineralogy than ever before
A kindergarten is to be held for the chill
dren under the care of competent kin
dergartner. Miss Mantle is to teach 20
ology and Miss Treadwell will have a class
in physical culture. Mrs. E. S. Osgood
will instruct class in parliamentary law
every afternoon.
These are only few of the names
which appear on our programme for this
summer and the attractions are more
numerous than ever. The attendance
promises TO be good, as many have al
ready applied for rooms and board. We
would advise you to send in your applica
ton as early as possible and we will serve
YOU to the best Of our ability. For rates,
board, etc, address Mrs. N. Waterhouse,
z Russell street, Portland, Me.