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CANADA AND HER ARMING.

Not long ago the Dominion Govern
ment set apart S3,000,00Q to provide
means for " national defense" Now,
against whom should Canada arm, and
why should she arm? Plainly against
the increasing strength Of the United
States, and because she sees the neces-
sity for being prepared to command the
peace.
Activity in our naval and army circles
has very naturally acted upon the fears
and the cautionary instincts of the Do
minion people. But S3,OOO.O00 will not
go very far In preparing defenses. By
treaty Canada is prohibited from en-
larging her naval force upon the great
lakes beyond a certain strength, a very
limited one. and so. too, are we.
She may equip her ports with defenses
IL she chooses, but the United States
has not felt it to be necessary or advisa-
bic to much fortify her harbors on the
chain of lakes. Such defenses as we
have in that section are old-fashioned,
and fulfill mere perfunctory duty
they keep UP appearances and only
barely that
In case of war between the two coun-
tries. however, the spoil for the Canadi-
ans would be infinitely greater than
would be possible for us. Canada has
no such cities on her lake board as we
have. She has no Cleveland, Buffalo, De-
troit. Milwaukee, Chicago nor any city
comparable with dozen Of our smaller
ones on Erie, Superior, Michigan, ST.
Clair and Ontario. In case Of war Can
ada would have no naval force that
could do effective work against US.
Neither have we ships on the lakes that
could much harm her. But we could
place a number of cruisers on fresh
water in a brief time, while Canada
could not accomplish similar feat in
three times the period, because she has
not the shipyard facilities nor enough
mechanics competent for the work, as
we have.
Canada, then, is not going to make
any preparation along the lakes Of any
| moment. She intends probably to better
her militia service and to improve the
standards of her soldiery generally. She
will do something, probably, in the way
Of preparing some parts Of her coasts
for defense, but there is nothing to in
dicate that she anticipates anything ne
cessitating offensive operations in the
near or the distant future.
What Canada is doing then is follow
ing our example. AS the Cincinnati
'Volks blatt" puts it, if we strengthen
our war arm. we must expect our neigh
bors to do likewise It is the result of
our own precautions that Canada is also
putting her house in order.
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Weather-Eorecast.

Northern California-Generally fair Mon
day; warmer in the Sacramento Valley and
northeast portion; fresh northwesterly winds
on the coast; variable winds inland.
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The Populist party by its convention
at st. Louis has demonstrated that the
expected sometimes happens. 1t has
nominated a citizen for the Presidency
who refuses to accept the compliment
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the platform. Incapacity for political
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National Committee full power to re-
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deed, being given to mold the Populist
end of the campaign to its liking. The
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Daily Kennebec journal., 1896-05-13
A CHANCE FOR GOOD WORK.
River Banks Need a Clearing Out-lots oi
Old Rubbish.

The condition of the river banks
in places along the rears of the busi-
ness blocks, and in other localities, is
a downright disgrace. and the popular
feeling is arising strong for its i'm
provement.
Now that the city building nears
completion it is felt that some i'm
portant step should be taken to keep
the back yards looking better. No one
proposes to have flower gardens there,
or green grassy slopes; neither do they
expect the owners of the land to build
walls Of cement and granite They do
feel. however, that there is absolutely
no excuse for the scraggly piles of
dead trees recently killed by the
freshet, with odd bits Of everything,
not to mention piles of tin cans, which
now decorate the shores of the cease
less river. The tin cans have no busi-
ness there. anyway. And, as for
debris, fire. carefully watched, and
kept within bounds. is strongly recon-
mended by experts.
Over on the east side, a great fire
was eating up stuff in most satisfac-
tory fashion, Tuesday, and it would be
well for certain citizens to follow suit.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1896-05-13
THAT CELEBRATION.
Great Preparations Made For the
July Fourth Entertainment.
Firemen's Contests To Be the Greatest Ever
Held In Maine.

Mayor Choate. as chairman of the
committee on the celebration of July
fourth. appointed. Tuesday. two sub
mitteeS, as follows: Finance, Hon. p.
o. Nickery, Gen. w. S. Choate, Walter
d. Stinson; fire department. parade
and contest. Chief Engineer c. w.
Kicker, City Marshal Henry r. Morse.
First Assistant Elbridge Pedder, and
Second Assistant T.. II. Gay.
A general invitation is extended to
firemen all over the State to attend
this grand muster and to participate
in the contests for the most costly
prizes ever offered on such an occa-
sion. There will be racing and hose
laying by the crack hose companies Of
Maine, and a genuine old fashioned
squirting" by the prize winner hand
tubs from all parts of the State, as well
as Il great fight by the champion steam
engines
Altogether the fire parade and con
tests will be the most entertaining and
exciting part of the days programme
Formal invitations will be sent to each
company by the committee and our
citizens will see the largest gathering
of firemen ever in the kennebec val
ly. All entries will finally close on
Saturday. June 20
Daily Kennebec journal., 1896-05-13
PRESIDENT MURNAEE
OF the Hew England League Pays Visit 10
Augusta.

President Murnane Of the New Eng
land League. was IN Augusta. yester-
day, and att anded the game in the
afternoon in company with President
Niekery.
He vas given drive about the city
in the afternoon. and expressed him
self as wen pleased with the Maine
Capital. We regret that he could not
have seen more satisfactory game;
but for all that he was kind enough to
say that in his judgment the local
team is a fast one, and is sure to win
a good number Of games before the
close of the season.
There is probably no man in the
country who is better posted upon the
national game. or has wider acquaint
ance with ball players than the genial
and able executive Of the New England
League. The friends of the game here
were much pleased with his visit. and
will ind0lgc the hone that he may
come again When We can show him
better exhibition of the national game.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1896-05-13
National lnfaIlibIe Medicine Co.

A corporation was formed, last Sat-
urday evening, at 2S3 Water street, to
be known as the National Infallible
Medicine Co The capital stock is
100000. The object of the corporation
is the manufacture and sale of medi-
cines. Among the remedies of this
company is one for dropsy and one for
paralysis. which it is said has never
yet failed to cure those diseases in ev-
ery case in which they have been used.
There are several people here in Au-
yusta. it is said, that have been cured.
The company has many testimonials
already and is starting with particu-
Iarly bright prospects. Nearly one
half of the capital stock has already
been subscribed for, the shares having
been placed at SO each. The officers OF
the corporation are: Rev. George Fl
Pope. PRESIDENT; Col. Charles F. Smith
clerk: Albert e. Young, treasurer and
business manager The company has
NOT vet decided where the plant will be
located for manufacturing the medi-
cines but probably will do so in few
days
Daily Kennebec journal., 1896-05-13
FOR POOR ARMENIA.
Report Of Special Committee
On Aid from Augusta.
Churches Unite To Subscribe For
Benefit Of Afflicted People.
Collection To Be Taken al Services Sunday.
May PAN Appeal 10 All.

The committee appointed by the
noon, and, after discussion of the stu
alton and the best means to raise re-
lief fund, formulated letter to be sent
to each pastor in the city.
1t will be seen by the letter that a
line of action is marked out for all of
the churches in the city for a certain
Sunday. and that the collection that
day is to be used for the purpose indi
Gated. The letter is as follows:
Tuesday. May II. 1896.
To the pastors of the several Catholic
and Protestant Christian churches of
Augusta, Me-:
Dear and Reverend Sirs-The in
creasing horrors of the Turkish atroci-
ties in Christian Armenia. and the ter
fible destitution and suffering prevail
ing in that terror and grief-stricken
country. has thrilled the heart and
mind of every intelligent Christian
throughout the civilized world.
Today, these poor and afflicted people
crushed by the strength of a fanatic
and tyrannical government which be-
lieves no higher motive can guide it
than the subjugation or annihilation
of the Christian believers, are starving
amidst deStitution and tribulation too
horrible to contemplate. Their suffer
ings and needs appeal to every lover
of humanity and liberty, of whatever
creed; but particularly to Christians.
AS a committee appointed for the
purpose of raising a contribution to aid
in the charitable work of assisting
these starving and afflicted people, We
your congregation for money to be used
| to alleviate these sufferings
With a firm belief that the warm
hearted people of Augusta. in that bro
therly love which stretches the hand of
| tenderness. help and sympathy to the
poorest and lowliest of the afflicted.
will respond readily to your request.
we ask you. on Sunday next, to make
announcement that an appointed part
of your service on Sunday. May "a will
be devoted by you to an explanation of
the situation and the needs of the suf-
| fering Armenian Christians; and that
at the same service a collection will be
| taken up to assist IN the work OF thelf
relief.
| Trusting that we shall have your
earnest cooperation in this deserving
work of common Christian charity and
] that the response of your parish Will
I be liberal,
We are.
| Most respectfully yours.
| (Signed) Walter d. Stinson, j. T.
Townsend P. NJ. Fogler, Chas. S. Hich-
born, Thomas ]. Lynch, Chas. A. Mil!i-
ken. A. w. Philbrook. E j. Roberts
James Plummer.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1896-05-13
Placed Under Bonds.

jeremiah kempton got himself into
trouble ana has now been placed un-
der bonds Of $500 to keep the peace for
six months
on Monday evening, he made a most
Ridiculous assault upon 4. McAbrcn of
Gardiner, to all appearances without
provocation. The latter was leaning
against the post on the corner of
Bridge and Water streets, opposite the
store of Hebert & Shea, when Kemp
ton struck him right and left in the
face with his fists. Both Marshal
Morse and officer Jones We're within
six feet of him. at the time he made
the attack. they little realizing his
purpose.
The man was badly hurt and
brought case against kempton for
assault and battery, for which Judge
Andrews fined him $40. Tuesday morn
ing.
At the same time hearing was held
IN regard to ktlnptOnS $ naNlnS Deen
alleged to have abused his family. 1t
was brought out at the hearing. that.
even when sober, he had been in the
habit of abusing his WIFE and. when
he came home after drinking. he was
simply uncomfortable. making it neces
sary for Mrs. Kempton and her daugh
ter. to leave the house for their per-
sonal safety.
There came a climax to this sort of
business Kempton. it was stated. ar
rived home, few days ago. in a
troublesome state. His wife and
daughter fed. He. enraged at not
finding them, proceeded to kick the
tables, chairs and pretty much every
thing else, resulting in much damage.
The wife and daughter both affirmed
that he had often threatened to take
their lives, and that they had been
compelled to hide to avoid him.
The abused family appealed to the
municipal court for relief, and Kemp
ton was placed under bonds of $500 to
keep the peace for six months. w. H.
Williams was his bondsman.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1896-05-13
Shipp Brothers Concert Co.

A small but very appreciative au-
dience attended the entertainment
given, Tuesday evening. in the rooms
of the Y. NJ. c. A. by the Shipp Broth
ers' Concert Co. The musical pro-
gramine was most enjoyable. the Shipp
brothers giving some very superior
selections on chime of handbells.
over 100 in number
Selections were also given by the
either by Harry G.. and Charles W.
Shipp; and also on the banjo.
May f. Shipp gave some we'll
selected readings with superior force,
and much dramatic ability
Taken altogether, the entertainment
was one of the best which has been
given here for some time.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1896-05-13
A FINE LOOKING BUILDING.
Exterior Of City Hall Given Finishing Up
Piping all Completed.

The exterior brick work of the new
city building looks very fine after it's
finishing up with preparation of raw
linseed oil. and for the first time, one is
enabled to get a good idea of what il
will look like when all is completed
The staging which has. since the build
ing's erection. formed scraggly
framework about it. has prevented
ones imagination fully picturng the
effects of the fancy brick work about
the sides and caves and tastefully
corniced windows. The effect is Ger
tainly good, and the building presents
a more pleasing and substantial ap-
pearance than ever.
On the interior the men are busy
plastering over the laths. The piping
both for steam and gas, and the electric
wiring have been completed. The hall
is still unfinished, but has been plas-
tered and the staging still remains
The ceiling of steel in paneled and
figured designs. looks finely and when
finished up In delicate tints will make
very handsome dome for the spacious
hall.
The staff whereon will fly the coun-
try's flag is finished, and is ready to
set up. 1t is 80 feet in length.
Everyone is looking forward to the
dedication of the city's new quarters.
which, it is expected, will be on July 4.
Everything possible is being done to
expedite matters for that purpose.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1896-05-13
nay9d4t


If the people realized the value of the
Richards axle the demand would quick
ly exceed the supply. An hour ago a
man told the writer that after running
his buggy five weeks he took a wheel
off, and it appeared as well oiled as at
the commencement. His neighbor only
oils his twice a summer. From Warren
r. Buker, meats and provisions.
Litchfeld Me.
GEN. JOHN r. RICHARDS, Gardiner:
Dear Sir-Last winter I put my large
meat wagon into the repair shop for a
thorough overhauling. l heard such
favorable accounts of your 'LongDis-
tance'' Axles that / had the half
patents cut off and a set of inch and d
quarter Long Distance put on in
their place. My route is long one
three times a week l drive to Gardiner
and through all parts of the city, visit
ing my customers: the other three days
of the week I drive through the country
buying cattle, veals, lambs, etc. J
average not less than twenty miles per
day. With the half patent Axles I was
forced to oil my wagon every other
trip. Now never oil oftener than once
in six weeks and several times have run
two months l have never seen the
axles need oiling and after whole sea
sons work they show MP sign of wear
half patents I'm the samestime would be
one quarter worn out. would not sell
my axles for 5000 if l could not get
another set. Yours truly,
WARREN r. BUKER.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1896-05-13
Buckien,s Arnica Salys.

The best salve in the world for Cuts,
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fever
Sores, letter, Chapped Hands, Chilblains,
Corns. and all Skin EruptiOns, and
positively cures Piles, or no pay required.
1t is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction
or money refunded. Price 25 cents per
box. For sale by Chas. X. Partridge.
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1896-05-13

The example of w. w. Brewer, ESQ.,,
justice of the peace and prominent
citizen of Mt Jewett, Pa, is worthy of
emulation. He says: Il never leave
home without a bottle of Chamber
lain's Collie, Cholera and Diarrhoea
Remedy and always recommend it to
my friends. 1t is the best l ever used,
and never fails to give immediate re-
lief" For sale by City Drug Store,
Hallowell. mwf, ,folrm
Daily Kennebec journal., 1896-05-13
Notice to Devine Water Takers.

The connection with the city and De-
vine water systems has been severed
and the Devine customers will be fur
nished direct from the springs.
W. II. WILLIAMS.
Supt. Augusta Water Co
Daily Kennebec journal., 1896-05-13

SOt ltt CHINA
The students Of Erskine Academy gave
= przr defamation contest. Thursday
eNefing. May !. Following is the pro-
Daily Kennebec journal., 1896-05-13

Fred L. Messer left on the Pullman,
last night. for Boston. where he has
accepted a position with the Ameri-
can Express Co.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1896-05-13
STATE NEWS.
kennebec.

SOUTH CHINA.
The students Of Erskine Academy gave
prize defamation contest Thursday
evening. May = Following is the pro
iTamme:
Chickens Come ilorle to Roost."
Clara. Alvah Stndley, Windsor
Bertha .ara Weber. South China
Frank H. Austin, Cross Hin
The Susceptible Parson
Mary Caroline Wehber South China
MUSIC
"lIe Didn't Amount 10 shucks.
Ernest Lee Stone. South Vassalboro
The Face Upon the Floor.
Elizabeth INA Craig. South China
II We Knew
...r,. Sadie May Worthing. Palermo
The Organ Builder
Ora Lizzie Briggs. Cross Hill
MUSIC.
The Price OF a Drink
Nandie Mabel Webber. South China
Guy Han. East Madison
o, Aurie May Austin, South China
Changing Color.
Edith Emily Starrett. South China
MUSIC.
'Galesburg Fire Department."
Fred Bickneli Periey. Cross Hill
When Grandfather Went 10 Town"
Grace Mabel Stone, South Nassalboro
My Neighbor jim
Annie Cutten Clark East Vassalboro
MUSIC.
Award Of Prizes
Charles Erskine. n. Newcastle. Mr.. and
Mrs. Frank Colburn, Windsor; Miss AR
lie Warren. South Nassalboro; and Miss
sarah Il. t.rskine South Jefferson. were
he judges, The first prize was awarded
D .Aurit May Austin South China and
he second 10 Fred B. Perlcy. South Vas
'alboro. Fine music was furnished by
he South China band. a large company
assembled ut the Academy to listen to
he graduating class who presented the
ollowing programme:
MUSIC.
Character ----s
melvin Tobey. South vassalboro
Edwina Maud Banks, Weeks Mills
"A Lesson from the Trees.
Cassie keene Turner. Palermo
Live for Something,
Eva May harrington. South China
True to the Bes, one Knows"
Viola Josephine Turner, Palermo
MUSIC.
Presentation Of Diplomas.
Rev. Mr. Leach of China. delivered a
very interesting address 70 the class and
presented the diplomas. Miss Emile b
Hall of East Madison. has been engaged
hay was observed by the Village I'm
provement Society Quite a number OF
trees were planted.-Theodore jackson $
lively span of horses attracts much at
1 landscape gardener and q large crew of
men improving the gardens of his sum
mer re.'idence.-Mr. ana Mrs. Metcalf OF
Albion, visited their daughter. Mrs. w. o.
tention.-R. NJ. Jones of Philadelphia. has
harrington, last week.
VASSALBORO.
The flower mission department of the
W. c. T. L. will hold its plant sale, May
Is. afternoon and evening ESSAYS,
poems, music, ice cream and cake and
a lecture by Mrs. Bullock of New York,
will be the attractions.
SOUTH MONMOUTH.
Mrs. O. Frost of Winthrop, visited
her parents Mr.. and Mrs. Nahum Rob-
erts, Friday and Saturday.-Fred Jew
ett, who has been i'll. the past winter
and spring. is improving and is able to
drive out frequently. with good results
The copious rain of Sunday night has
given great cheer to farmers and rapid
growth to vegetation.
The record-union., 1896-09-30
Three Days in the Mountains.

Excursion tickets to Lake Tahoe and
return, including stage ride between
Truchee and the lake and steamer trip
around the lake. SO 30. Leave Sacra-
mento at 10 D. m, Friday, October ID
arrive at the lake Saturday morning. Re
turning, leave Truckee at midnight
Monday, October 9TH, arrive at Sac
ramento o:oO a. M. Tuesday Secure
tickets and sleeping berths of
ticket agent S. +. Co., depot, foot of
Second street.
The record-union., 1896-09-30
UNDER THE SOD.
Arthur BuIger Laid at Rest in the
Cemetery Yesterday.

The funeral of Arthur d. Bulger took
place yesterday at the Methodist
Church South, on Seventh street, Rev.
I. III. B. Anderson, the pastor, officiat-
ing.
Deceased was liked by every one who
came in contact with him, and the es-
TEEN in which he was held was evil
denced by the fact that the church was
hlled to overflowing with his friends
and acquaintances.
The quartet choir We're Miss Ida
Clinch, Mrs. b. f. Howard, r. T. Cohn
and w. F Beardslee The pail bearers
We're A. J. Wilson, r. Roper, J. B. De-
Vine, William Fawcett, j. E. T. Pike.
w. H. Govan, Frank t. Johnson and
Frank D. Ryan.
The floral offerings were beautiful,
and two large vehicles We're required to
take them to the cemetery.
The record-union., 1896-09-30
CESEN A-Near Chicn Cal

CESENA-Near Chico, Cal, January 9th,
Doroteo Cesena, a native of Lower Cali
forna, aged 4S years
Friends and acquaintances are respect
lully invited to attend the funeral to-
Gay. at 80 p. m, from George II. Clark S
funeral parlorS, 1017-1019 Fourth street.
PIERSON-In this city, September 29th,
Dr r. II. Pierson, native of New York,
aged - years
Friends and acquaintances are respect
1ully invited to Sttend the funeral to-
morrow (Thursday), a / p. m, from Ma
sonic Hall, corner Sixth and K streets.
RUGGLES-In this city, September Goth,
Margaret Ruggles tmother of Charles,
James, jeremiah and William Ruggles
Mrs, Mary Yule ad Mrs Sarah Herva-
gaulD, a native of Kinsale. County Cork
Ireland, aged 60 years
Funeral notice hereafter oil II street
The record-union., 1896-09-30
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