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The Union. [volume] (St. George, Utah) 1882-1898, 1895-12-21
Fresh Starts.

The wish to begin again is one
of those longings that are SO
universally common to the human
race, and are felt SO very early in
the course OF each mans exper-
fence, that we call them native
impulses, or instincts.
AS it is human to err, or to
think that we have erred, so is it
human to wish to repair real or
fancied errors
And, like all natural impulses,
the desire to start afresh may,
under certain circumstances such
as the suffering produced by
misconduct, or the higher tone Of
The Union. [volume] (St. George, Utah) 1882-1898, 1895-12-21

mind produced by education, by
the discipline of study, and by
conversation wit. noble natures =
rise and swell into a passionate,
longing. In the domain of politics
that is to say, when this impulse
acts upon men aggregated in
society-it is called the revolu-
tionary or reforming spirit. in
domain Of ethics, when it acts
upon men severally, it is called
the spirit Of self-improvement.
And in either case, it is one of
the most valuable stimulants and
restoratives that human nature
exhibits.
1T is 80 the spiritual and intel
lectual life pretty must what
chloride Of sodium is to the
physical life. 1t is the salt of the
social and moral world.
The nation or the man that does
not feel that desire much either
be in morbid state of self-satis-
faction, or in the exhaustion of
despair. So long as there is
healthful energy, whether of con-
science or of hope, there must be
desire to begin again. And however
often we begin amiss, hope is ever
whispering to us that it is never
too late to mend; that if the past is
ilreparable the present is our own;
and that remedy for all our ills
is a fresh start. 1t was this
aspiration that induced Polycrates
to throw his ring into the sea; that
made Ahab go softly; that drove
Buddha to leav his fathers house.
that made Augustine abandon his
work among the Manichees of
Carthage. Indeed, the whole life
of the human race has been, like
the lives Of it's most conspicuous
members one continuous series of
struggles after better beginnings.
And the popularity Of such
doctrines as that of metempsychosis
and of purgatory shows the natural
unwillingness of mankind to
contemplate the impossibility of
a recommencemcnt, and its fever
ish desire TO regard even death it.
self as nothing more than fresh
start.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

The rural comedy drama, cold Rube
Tanner, will be presented at the Opera
house, tonight The company, which Is
said to be an excellent one, is headed by
Mr.. John J. Black. The York (Pa.
Gazette says:
A very fine compliment was paid to the
Old Rube Tanner Company in the Opera
house last night by very large audience,
it was also very delighted one. The
play has plot and very strong one, and
holds the attention of the audience to the
last act. There are many effective Incl
dents and a fine flavor of honest, hearty
and jolly fun that immensely pleased
every one. Mr.. John j. Black, impersor
ates Old Rube Tanner, delightful and
splendid hearted old gentleman, with a
versatility and earnestuess that are
equalled only by the naturalness of his
work. Naturally, Old Rube has varied
and tremendous times and his good old
soul Is sadly perturbed at times, but he is
brave and quick when he must be. But
all through the part Mr.. Black is careful
to remember what the character should
be, and the result is he gave us one of the
most finished pieces Of character acting
ever seen in our city. He is supported by
an excellent company, their band and
classic orchestra being one of the best
ever seen in our city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26
A Narrow Escape.

Two old ladies had hard time with a
COW over on the East side few days ago
1t was about dusk, when one of them
heard their pet animal out in the orchard
picking apples. She went out and tried
the customary "Shoo bossy' tactics
Either the COW had eaten too many apples
or not enough; at any rate she turned on
her tormentor and some lively lodging
and scrambling followed until the hunted
one took refuge under bush. Then, the
other old lady came up and tried to kick
the brute. The brute wouldn't have this,
for minute. Leaving number one, she
confined her attentions to number two
The former at once got out from under
the bush and dubbed the ubstreperous
animal into submission, with stick she
had hunted up.
1t is a miracle, almost, that the results
We're not more serious. AS it was the
ladies were severely scratched and some
what bruised
The next time they accost COW they
will go forth armed with the proper
weapons, or, perhaps, mora likely won't
go at all.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26
Nj Henry's Troupe on Wheels.

Some men live at home, others at hotels,
and there are still others who live in a
car.
Hi Henry's troupe is of the latter per
suasion, aud the man is fortunate if he
doesn't tind worse place to sleep and
live in than the palace car which carries
them around from place as their nomadic
career demands.
This car is a combination of utility,
common sense and beauty. backed by a
little natural vanity Neither is predomi-
nant to tho expense of the other, and in
the 70 feet of car there Is not foot OF
space wasted or a chance of decorating
omitted, in keeping with good taste.
On one end is Mr.. Henry's private office
and boudoir. Between this and the dining
room situated near the other end are the
rooms for the members Of the troupe and
the office of the manager. AT the extreme
end Is the kitchen, which. needless to say,
is co1ipued with all the modern culinary
paraphernalla.
Beneath the car Is storeroom where
all the baggage, fxings, and some of the
large hand instruments are kept.
Taken all in all this arrangement is
about as near human ant hill as one
cares to see. 1t is good thipg-push 1t
along.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

Yesterday good work was done, finish
ing up all the odds and ends and clearing
away stumps, stones and other debris
from the city hall lot. A gang of 30 men
in all are now at work. Most of these are
digging away at the eastern side, prepare
tory to laying the granite. A lot of the
stone from the foundation of the old
buildings have been dumped over the re-
tanning wall, where they don't look very
nice but will be scrviceable, and, it is
said, even necessary to insure the retain
ing wall properly from the the force of
the ice. A few trees similar to those
growing along the shores will cover them
up and make things look all right. Some
of the excavated stone will be used on the
foundations. Today, third derrick will
be erected and about six men set to work
laying the granite on the eastern side.
The excavating on the southwestern side
is still going Oh, as the land there Is not
as firm as on the other sides. The work
of digging and hauling has been SO inter
esting to the public at large that people
gathered on the sidewalks in such num-
bers that it has been necessary to put up
q high board fence along where the old
railing had been taken away. So, now,
operations will have to he viewed by the
interested curious from point near the
bridge or on the bridge itself.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26
Hi Henry's MinstreIs.

Hi Henry's Ministries gave an excellent
show in the Opera house, last evening
and held good-sized audience right up tc
the proper pitch Of attention.
The end men were exceptionally good
and their jokes well chosen and placed
The specialties were well set up and re-
ceived deserved applause.
The singing, both the solos and In con
ner and several new, and also topical,
songs were introduced, meeting with good
favor
The show is the best minstrel perform.
ance seen in this city for some time and is
all that was claimed of it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26
ANTICIPATES ACTION.
Granite State Proyident Association
Agrees to Suspend
For Term Of Sixty Days All Operations In
Maine.

The Granite State Provident Associa
ton, probably anticipating the actor
that might be taken by the bank examin
er relative to the company continuing it.
business in Maine. forwarded commu
nication to Mr.. Timbcrlake, which was
received by him, yesterday, in which they
agree that no new shares shall be sold
solicited or accepted, nor any new bust
ness transacted either directly or indirect
ly" by them in the State during the next
sixty days.
The bank examiner had already drawn
an order and arranged to have it served
on the association yesterday, but, in view
Of this promise made on the part Of the
company, the order was not served and
the following reply to their communica-
ton was forwarded by mail:
State of Maine. \
Office of Bank Examiner.
Augusta, Sept. 9, 1895.
G. Percival Stewart, Esq, President
OrdnlUe CUdUe CTONlueIl6 ASSOClaGlOll,
Manchester, N. Fl.
Sir:-Your communication bearing
date September 90, 1895. in which you,
in behalf of the Granite State Provident
Association "agrse that no new shares
shall be sold, solicited or accepted, nor
any new business transacted, either di-
rectly or indirectly, in the State of Maine
during the next sixty days by your asso-
citation, has been received.
! had already prepared an order that
would have been served upon your associ-
alton today, accomplishing substantially
the same results as your voluntary agree
ment but in view of that agreement 1 see
no necessity for its service at the present
Time
shall, however take such measures at
any time in the future as may seem neces-
sary for the protection of the interests of
the citizens of this State
1t is my intention to be present at the
meeting of the bank commissioners mt the
Parker house, Boston, September 30th.
Respectfully yours,
+. r. TIMBERLAKE,
Bank Examiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26
Sowing the Wind"

1t is with the greatest Of pleasure that
Manager Owen of the Opera Louse ar
nounce the appearance of Charles Froh
mans company in last seasons New York
success, "Sowing the Wind" with the
same great cast that is this week playing
in New York city The performance will
be given in precisely the same manner In
the way Of detail which characterized its
production in the above city. The sale of
seats will open Saturday, Sept. % at 9
o'clock and every indication points to a
large demand on that occasion
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

Mcssrs. Cushing and Getchell, the
wide-awake fish dealers, are much pleased
with their new fish wagon. 1t is the
finest wagon of the kind in the city, built
by the well Unknown firm Of Hiram Clark
& Co., of Augusta, and the top lettered
and ornamented by our local experienced
sign painter, 4. W. Mitchell, whose fine
work is well known. This cart attracted
good deal of attention at the State fair,
Lewiston, where the builders had it on
exhibition.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26
Railroad and Steamboats,
ARaAIaEnEnrs OF TRAIns 10 EFFECT
JUNE Is, 1895.
Passenger Trains Leave Augusta {
Follow:
THROUGH TRAINS.


GOING WEST-e.25 A. II. for Lewistons
Rocklsnd, Portland, Boston and Montreal.
9.45 A.M.and lbs (10.20 Sundays only for main
line points,) express for Brunswick, Lewfs-
ton, Harrington, Phillips, Rangeley, Rockland,
Portland and Boston, connecting for White
Mountain points and, Quebec; sos and $50 r,
NJ. for Brunswick, Bath, Portland, Bcston; 1loo
p. n. might Pullman) every night for Lew1s-
ton, Bath, Portland and Boston; $50 A. M.
Portland and Boston.
GOING EAsT-1.46 A. n. might expYsss) for
skowhegan, Belfast, Bangor, st. Stephen, St.
John and Aroostook county; 9.12 A. n. for
Waterville and Skowhegan; 2.55 A. M. Bangor
Bar Harbor, Old Town and Bangor q Aroostook
Railroad; Aoosehead via Dexter; 2.45 express
daily, for Bangor andBar Harbor, BAT p. n. for
Materville, Oakland, North Arson, Bingham,
Skowhegan. Belfast, Bangor, Old Town and
Msttawamkeag; 7.18 p. NJ. for Waterville; 9.15
A. M, Sundays only for Waterville and Ban
gor.
The Night Pullman Train going East ct l.b0
A. M, going West ut 11.00 p. NJ, runs every
night, Sunday included, connecting for and
from Lewiston, but not to Skowhegan on Nom
day mornings, or to Belfast, Dexter or beyond
Bangor. Excepting to Bar Harbor) Sunday
mornings.
The day trains going West 1t o.45 A. M,
1920 (Sundays) 1l.85 A. M, and East ct 2.46 p.
NJ, run daily, Sunday included, between Bos-
ton. Lewiston, Bath, Bangor and Bar Harbor,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26
SUPERIOR COURT.
September Term, Judge Oliver G. Hall, Presid.
ing.

Sheriff, 4. E. Norton,
Clerk, W. S. Choate,
G. W. Heselton, County Attorney.
f. A. Small, Stenographer.
Wednesday, Sept. %.
Jackson VS.. Thorne. The testimony in
this case was concluded at 11.30. The
argument of Mr.. Heath on the part of the
defendant occupied two hours and was
concluded at 3 o'clock. Mr.. Carleton &C.
cupied two hours for the defence and the
judge concluded his charge at 6 O'Clock,
and the jury retired. At SIS the jury
returned and rendered IA verdict of guilty
against the defendant.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

Arthur Deming, the comedian, was on
the streets, yesterday. He is genuine
artist He is funny all the time--really
funny" Yet he doesn't impose on any
one, and never hurts by his shafts of wit
He is a striking contrast to some who can
do great work on the stage, but outside go
around looking as If they would and
could eat mans head off
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

A salesman of grocers' supplies was
met, yesterday, by Journal man, and re-
ported trade on the move He says flour
and sugar are going up and things other
wise are strong at any rate steady. He
lately placed an order of carload of vine
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

A company of people from the Augusta
Free Baptist church, will go to Gardiner,
this evening, on the $50 O'Clock car, to
attend the service at the Free Baptist
church In that city Rev. B. Minard, the
evangelist, is laboring in connection with
Rev. Mr.. George the pastor of the church
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

+. w. Wistsff of this city, and bride,
who was Miss Agnes B. Cousens of Old
town, passed through Augusta, yester-
day afternoon, on their wedding tour to
Boston and New York
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

Mr.. Elliott G.. Mitchell has been ap
pointed night editor of the Portland Press
succeeding Mr.. Henry B. Hart who viii
spend several weeks in travel, after which
he is to go on the local staff
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

The York county grand jury furnished
a certificate of the insanity of Mrs. Beard,
who recently attempted to kill her daugh-
ter at Old Orchard. Mrs Beard will
remain at the Maine Insane Hospital.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

The Evans House at Gardiner fire loss
appears to have been settled quite salts
factoriIy.. The rooms are rapidly assum-
ing shape and the effects Of the fire Is
already almost thing of the past The
register has its old cheerful look indicating
the strong hold the hotel has on the tray
cling public.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

cough cures in the market, that people are
often cautious about trying anything new.
Before buying any more, hunt up some
one who has used Adamson's Botanic
Cough Balsam and see what he says
about it. 10c and 800.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

The prescription business of the F. G.
Kinsman drug store is something surpris-
ing One thing its location is very central
and the stand has been favorably known
for years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

The Ladies Aid of the Unitarian
church will meet in the church parlors,
this afternoon. at O. clock. At 6. 80 the
ladies will entertain at supper. All the
friends of the parish are most cordially
invited. The evening will be spent
socially.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

G. P. Fall, who has been practicing law
in this city for some time, will leave, this
noon, for New York, where he will locate
His many friends will wish him success
in his new field.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

Mrs. Chase Mellens, with her baby and
nurse came up from Small Point, yester-
day, and will spend week in Augusta
before leaving for New York.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

Silk lamp shades in great variety of
colors and designs, are feature in the
window of James Boyd. Prices are an
nounced to be 25 per cent off this week to
inspire trade.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

The bankrupt sale of Rowell Syndicat,
Co. has only three days more to run.
The goods are going very rapidly, SO tn,
store already has bare look.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

A. d. Ward has an attractive display at
the stoves will all be sold before the fair
closes He is selling stoves If the weather
is warm
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26

FRANK Speers arrested deaf and dumb
man on the bridge, yesterday. The mar
was intoxicated.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26
AUGUSTA LOCALS,

MISS Mary Child returned, yesterday,
from visit to Mrs Manley at Small
Point.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1895-09-26
NONRESIDENT TAXES.
Non-Resident Taxes i'm the City of Au-
Susta, i'm the County of kennebec, for
the Year 1904. Go. s-s- ~.

The following list of taxes on real estate
OF non resident owners, in the city of Au-
gusta for the year 1924. in bills committed
to j. r. Townsend, collector of said CITY,
on the 2lst day of June, 1894, has been re-
turned by him to me as remaining unpaid.
on the 18th day of June, 1895. by his certificate
OF that date, and now remain unpaid; and
notice is hereby given that il the said taxes
and interest and charges are not paid into
the treasury of said city within eighteen
months from the date of commitment of said
bills, so much Of the real estate taxed as
will be sufficient to pay the amount due
therefor, including interest and charges,
WILL without further notice, be sold at public
said city OF Augusta, ON Thursday, the Goth
day of December, 1895, at O'Clock in the
afternoon:
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-08-04

fair OF La Trape and the milk. Have
you found as yet, who was good enough
to supply it," he asked.
mo, sire" I answered. But / will see
La Trape. and as soon as ] have learned
anything. your majesty shall know it,
81 suppose he is not far of now" he
suggested Send for him. Ten TO one he
will have made inquiries. and it Will
amuse us"
I went to the door, and opening IL q
trifie. babe the page who waited send la
Trape He passed on the message to q
crowd Of sleepy attendants, and quickly
but not before had gone back to the
kings bedside. la Trape entered
Having my eyes turned the other way
7 did not az once remark anything. Bd.
the king did: and his look Of astonish-
ment. no less than the exclamation which
accompanied 1T. arrested my attention
st Girls, mani" he cried. What is the
mattere Speak"
La Trape. who had stopped Just within
the door, made an effort 10 do so. but no
sound passed his lips. while the pallor and
the fixed glare of his eyes filled me with
the worst apprehensions. 1t was impos-
slhIe 10 look at him and not share his
fright. and / stepped forward and cried
out 20 him 20 speak. Answer the king.
man. ] said What is it?''
He made an effort. and with a CHASTITY
griTnace. The cat is dead"' he said.
For moment we were all silent. Then
7 looked AZ the king, and he at me. with
gloomy meaning in cur eyes. lie vas the
first 20 speak. THE cat 70 which you
gave the milk" he said.
yes. sire" La frape answered, in 8
voice that seemed TO come from his heart
But still. courage the king criel
Courage, man, A dose that would kill a
cat may not kill man. DO you feel liz?
ali 7
What do you feel?'
Il have trembling in all my limbs, and
ah-ah. my God. I am dead man.
have a burning here-a pain like hot Goals
In my vitals,' And, leaning against thu
wall, the unfortunate man ciasped hi
arms round his body and bent himself ~
and down in a paronysrn of suffering.
"A doctor, a doctorr' Henry cried
thrusting one leg out OF bed. Send for
Du Laurens.' Then. as ] went to the
door TO DO SO. Can you be sick. mani" he
asked Try"
'No. no: it is iupossihier'
s.Rut try. try, When did this cat die ,!
1T Is outside" La Trape groaned. lie
could say no more.
7 had opened the door by this time. and
found the attendants. whom the man :
cries had alarmed. in a cluster round IT,
Srencing them sterniy. ] bade one go for
NJ du Laurens. the kings physician. while
another brought me the cat that was
de-d
The mage who had spent the night n
the kings chamber. fetched H. I told him
to bring Il IN. and ordering the others to
let the doctor pass when he arrived, I
closed the door upon their curiosity and
went back 10 the king. He had left his
bed and was standing near La Trspe, en-
deavoring 10 hearten him; now telling him
10 tickle his throat with feather, and
now watching his sufferings in silence.
with a face of gloom and dependency
that sufficiently betrayed his reflections.
A. sight OF the page. however. carrying
the dead cat be turned briSkly and We
both examined the beast which. already
f.gia. with staring eyes and uncovered
teeth. was not a sight 20 cheer any one,
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1895-08-04
Thu CAT And KING HENRY ". 5
BY Stanley j. wevman 8
ecopyrigat, 1895. BY Irving Bacheller1
fsFT AfsTER
BY Stanley j. weyrnan.

ropyrighf, 1896. BY Irving BachellerJ
CHAPTER l.
n vas IN the spFiaz Of the year le0a that
- Inc kings instance l had E suite OF
srartmsats nfIed up for him az the Ar
-. that he n1fght visit me whenever IL
sssased nsm, without putting my family
a Inconvenience. Ii another place will To
sss,nd an account OF the 500 crowns a
..ar which he was 20 obIiglng as 10 allow
80 10. this purpose. he honered me ~
sz,nx these Feoras. which consisted OF 4
49, a chamber. q wardrobe and a clcset,
en- or three times IN the course OF that
year. awaiting himself Of my attendants
ed cook, AID the free opportunities OF
-ensu.ffng ms on the great undertaking
~sleh this piaa afforded led me 10 hope
shaf. Notwithstanding the envy OF nay de-
tractors, nc would continue 70 adopt il.
mai he did not do 50. nor ever visited me
sftsr the close OF that year. was due not
so much % the lgHentabie event coon 10
~ related. which within few months de-
ns5ysd France Ct her greatest sovereign.
IS 10 a strange matter that attended hts
issf s,ay with ntc. have since had cause
- thIak that this isf not receive 1T tbs
ssmo as much attention as II deserV "a !:
sad have even imagined that had ! CROPPED
: little deeper into the mystery / might
have found . clue to the future as well as
the PAS, dAl AfEflE1 one more ana the
laEt danger from my beloved master But
Providence would not have II SO; a slight
snd,spe<ltian under which was suffering
a the time rendered me less able, both in
rasnd and body; the result being thas
Henry, who was always averse to the
ratification Of these omlnous episodes, and
held that. being known, they bred the like
HI m.schieyous minds, had his way, the
ease ending ia no more than the punish
eaent Of a careless rascal.
On the occasion OF this last vislt-the
third. l faiak, thar he paid nae-the king.
who had been staying at ChantilIy, came
u ne from Lusarche. where ne lag the