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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11
Lincoln.
DRESDEN MILLS

DRESDEN MILLS.
Mrs Glidden died at the home OF her
daughter. Mrs. Charles Bickford Feb. 8,
and was buried from the NJ f. church.
Monday. Feb. 10. Rev J, A. Moulen of
Pemaquid, former pastor and friend,
conducted the services. assisted by the
present pastor. Rev. NJ. s. Preble.-
Charles Stilphen has had shock Of par
alysis and is quite low.-Rcv. NJ. :.
Preble attended the ministerial associa-
ton and Epworth League convention at
China. last week. Especial revival ser
vices will probably be held here, com
mencing about Feb. is A company of
friends Of the pastor OF the NJ. T. church
and family gathered ar the parsonage sat
urday evening, Feb. Sth. \ friendship
quilt, sofa pillow, comb case, watch case
and doll were presented to the family. \
supper furnished by the visitors, with
singing and social chat, oil combined to
make it q very pleasant and profitable oc-
casion
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

DIR. j. p. Hill returned from New York
saturday night. The doctor completed a
six weeks course at the Polytechnic insti-
tuition, and the same number Of weeks in
the New York Pest Graduate Medical
school, and will fit up his Office for the
treatment of diseases Of the eye, ear, nose
and threat
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Mr.. and Mrs. A.W. Pottle of Boothbay,
accompanied the remains of their daugb
ter to this city, yesterday. Funeral ser
WIGS were held, in the afternoon, that were
attended by large number of friends,
and intcrnent was made In Pine Grove
cemetery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Mr. Uriah Briery, one of South Gar
dlner's respected citizens, died, Sunday
noon, aged IS years, of rheumatism. The
funeral will occur, at 2 O'Clock, Wednes
day afternoon, at the South Gardiner
Congregational church, Rev. Mr.. Struthers.
the pastor, officiating.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Q. Tyler & Son are having a sale, for u
fact. The best Of their clothing at whole
sale and some goods-will let them tell it !;
35 odd coats and vests, sizes SO to 80,
these cost us from IS to SO, all perfect
for $3.50. If any one wants better prices
than these, they must want the whole
Don + miss their store
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

+. l.. Cove of BOWS market, Monday.
bought OF George Jackson fine gentle
mans road horse 1t is bay in color.
stands Ii hands, and is considered good
driver. A good big figure was paid.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Edward Crowell has been appointed as.
sistant postmaster by Postmaster Thayer,
and entered npon the duties of that office.
Monday morning. He is capable and
efficient, and eminently qualified to all
the position.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Mrs George o. Turner returned, yes
terday afternoon, from Rochester, n. H.,
where she was called by the illness of her
daughter, Mrs Horace Fcrran. Mrs.
Fcrran has considerably improved and re-
turned with Mrs. Turner, whom she will
visit for q short time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Brunsick avenue, Saturday evening
Games were played ana a general good
time was had, after which II most de-
licious supper was served. The party de-
parted at q late hour.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

The bankrupt sale of clothing is pan
ming out well. Last weeks sales were
very satisfactory. Astonishing how good
boys overcoat you can buy there for
So 80 and $500. This week is likely to
make the stock look scarce on some of the
best bargains.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

The fire alarm from No 25, ut $50
o'clock, Monday forenoon, was a slight
blaze in the kcnniston block, on Water
street, occupied by Wade & Mothcrwell
furniture dealers, and Mike Percclla, a
fruit dealer. The fire was caused by
spontaneous combustion in Wade q Moth
erwell's shop. The loss will not be over
800, and Is well covered by insurance in
MaXcys agency.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11
Waldo.
THORNDIKE.

Charles Higgins OF Crystal. was taken
to Augusta, last Friday, TO the Insane
hospital. Mr.. Higgins had complained OF
not feeling well for a year or so. He was
born in this town and Is we'll known
here. He has wife and several children.
He moved from here about 20 years ago
and has since that time lived in ARGOS
took county. His brother Albert left for
Augusta, and intended meeting him at
Burnham. Much sorrow is expressed at
his unfortunate condition and we all wish
him a speedy recovery. Tho marriage
bells We're rung for Mr. William Sparrow
and Ms. Amanda Tower. nee Young, of
Belmont, sunday, Feb. ,. The ceremony
was performed by Arson Shibles at
Knox Remarks appropriate TO the oc-
cas'on were made by Edward Shihles
The happy couple are making a visit at
s,efson, before settling down to the more
common duties of married life There will
be grand house warming on their re-
turn home and gay time is promised.
Turn out, boys and LETT give them good
starter. business is booming at Lord 5
horse Exchange nowadays Among the
good ones disposed of, last week. was q
nice young bay mare. by Constellation, by
Almont. She stands - Z hands high and
will weigh $50 pounds, and is nice look
ing mare. Sold to Edgar Dyer of this
town.-Fred Joyce has been under the
care OF DR.. Joe, for a few days. last week.
but is out now. Benjamin Gowcn has
been quite sick, has been confined to the
house for several days Miss Emma Pur.
lngton is out of town, and John looks
dolefully sad But that bouquet was
little dandy. John The ladies of the
Village improvement Society are solicit
ing funds for the society and ali arc held
up Even those who have $40 Williams
they want changed, fall an easy prey We
wish them lots of success -The gale of
Thursday night and Friday morning was
exceedingly severe here Fences and
much valuable timber were blown down
HAY and all kinds of lumber have been
moving with great rush during the few
days OF good shedding, last week. More
snow is needed, and by the time this is
set up. there will doubtless be plenty.
The girls at the pant shop would like te
know who said anything about the clans
being gritty, but they were. just the same.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

The fact that the sidewalks Of the city
were all in ship shape by 10 O'Clock A. NJ.
Monday, reflects credit upon Street Com
missioner Scribner. He had men at
work on the street at o'clock, Monday
morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Otis Meader, agricultural editor of the
Turf, Farm and Home of this city, has re-
turned from very successful trip among
the farmers of Oxford county, where Il
number of farmers institutes were held.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

The local plumber who recently tum-
blcd out OF a team and landed on his head
while coming down Main street. wants it
understood that 1t was no laughing mat
ter, even If his comrades did enjoy it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11
Knox
" ASIIINGTON.

Daniel Jones. who was reported having
shock last week. is no better and lc.
mains entirely speechless Mis- Rccnie
Jones who has been employed In Augusta
j. home again. Will Prescott IS confined
to the house with bad foot, caused bv
stepping ON u rusty nail. Miss Rosa
Grotton cf Augusta called on friends at
the village. last wecs.-H. +. Farrar has
placed q steam whistle on his mill "a,
Raznrville. The W. G. T. L. has rented
Law hall and will have it fitted up
Meetings will he held on the lst and Sd
Tuesday OF each month. Carl Thurston
uf Union, was IN town on business sat
urday. The rain Of last week was most
severe here, spelling the sleighinc. to the
great disappointment of all.-Miss Rosa
Grotton went TO Union, Monday, where
she has situation. Mrs. Chas. Cunning
ham was On TIE sick list, last week
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

The mayor and alderman held "A fire
inquest, Monday evening, for the purpose
of investigating the causes of the Stoddard
fire, Sunday evening and that at the
upholstering room of Wade Il Motherell,
Monday morning, and it was decided that
the latter blaze was due to spontaneous
combustion. The investigation Of the
Stoddard fire was not concluded and a
report will not be made until the next
meeting of the board.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11
when they began tho job. 1t is safe to
say that the bear Is dead now.

A live wire, guy wire dropping onto
tho track OF tho Watcrvlllc < Fairfield
Electric Road Monday, caused consider
able amusement and shyness in the vicin
ity of the Elmwood. Everybody had good
Judgment enough to let it alone.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

The officers of the State board of trade
have decided upon this city as the place
where the next semi annual meeting of
the State board will be held, and all that
remains is for the Waterville board to set
the date
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

The regular meeting of Hermop Lodge,
No. 25, +. & A. NJ. will be held, Thurs
day evening, instead of Tuesday. The
Entered Apprentice degree will be con-
on several candidates,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Mrs Henry Hoxie, highly respected
lady of Union street, died. Saturday
night aged - years. The funeral will
be held, Wednesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

State Superintendent of Schools w. W.
Stctson will address the teachers of Water
Vile schools, this afternoon. The senior
class of the High school are inyietd to at
tend
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11
STATE NEWS.
kenEcbcc.
MI. VERNON.

NJ /. VERNON
All the gcbools closcd, last week, except
the high school at West Nj. Vernon,
taught by Augustus Pease OF Fayette,
which will close. this week. The schools
have been reuar ltabiy succe ssful, this win
ter The weather and travelling have
been very favor ,bc and the attendance
very punctual Mrs. Elmira II. Royal,
the veteran school teacher of Readfielh
Depot taught in summer. fall and win
ter, two terms In the Thing district and
one term OF high school in the Stevens
district in the fall. Mrs. Royal has
taught about 1870 terms In all. she has
given excellent satisfaction here. Miss
Hattie y. Mliett, the evangelist, preached
at the Baptist church, Las. Sunday morn
ing. She will go to Oakland, this week
Snow has fallen TO the depth OF six inches,
which will help business very much.
There Is large amount Of wood. timber
and bark to haul Irving Gordon was
married TO Miss Cora l.. Stipchfisld If
Southboro Mass, in the Methodist
church, by Rev. r. Gerry, Wednesday
evening, Feb ). A large number OF the
friends and relatives were present 10 wit
ness the ceremony.
WINDSOR.
&c rgc Heath will soon move into the
Murray place. now owned by y. Wight OF
Augusta. He had the misfortune 10 lose
"A nice cow, last week. Lew Taylor lost
"A good horse, last week, with collie -
Francisco ColbUrn has been very sick
with pncumonis bnt is now on the gain.
Mrs. j. n. Barton, who was reported
sick. last week, is slowly improving -
The lodge Ut Good Templars recently or
gsniled at this pace Is Furnishing, ap
plications being received Mt each meeting.
There has been lots Of trotting talk but
as yet no races have been arranged
though possibly there may be some ice
trotting In the near future
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

The young ladies' of Clinton entertained
a number of Colby students ut that place,
last night Whist was the prevailing
game, with refreshments on the side.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Judge W. c. Philbrook is absent from
the city on official business in Augusta
and Portland, but will return Wednes-
day afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

W. a. WEIGH Waterville High school
%, now in Shaws Business college at
Portland, passed Sunday With his parents
in this city
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Harry Folsom was at home from West.
brook seminary, over Sunday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11
ACCOMMODATION TRAINS.
SOUTH GARDINER TO AUGUSTA.

Through tickets 10 California and all oints
South and West may be had of Z. II. walker.
ticket agent, Augusta. the only Office in Angus
Ia selling via all routes and checking baggage
free of expense.
PAYsoN TICKER, Vice Pres. and Gen. Manager.
+. Z. BooTHBy, Genl Pass. and Ticket Agent.
PORTLAND. Oct. Is. 1895.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Mr. and Mrs. -. F. Eaton OF Skow-
hogan, We're IN the city, Monday to at
tend the funeral of Miss Alice ". Pottle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Cleveland's Minstrels played at Hal
lowell Monday afternoon, and at Togus,
last evening. The company will appear
at the johnson Opera house, this evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11
Mothers, Nro,hers., ,ro,n..,,

MRS WINsLow's SooTHINc SYrUr has been used for
over FIFTY YEARS by MILLIONS of MOTHERS for
Their CHILDREN while TEETHING, with PERFECT
SUCCESS. 1t SOOTHES the CHILD, SOF'TENS the
GUMS, ALLAYS all PAIN; CURES WIND collie
and Is the best remedy for DIAIRHlEA, Sold by
druggists in every part of the world Be sure and AK
for "Mrs Winslow's Soothing SWIM" ana tska M
other kind, Twenty five cents q bottle dSw;vr
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Enough snow fell, Sunday, TO make cx-
ccllent sleighing, and by tomorrow, Silver
street will be alive with flyers again.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Miss Jennie Thomas Of Norridgewock,
was in town short time, last week
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Bert Shorey and Charles Blackstone re-
Gently had a bear-skinning bee at the
Electric car barn. There is question
now whether the bear Phebe'' was dead
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Willie Welch of this city, who is a stu
dent at Shaw's Business college in Port
land, passed sunday with his parents.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

F. a. Hartman and f. d. Moves have
been drawn as traverse jurors for the
March term of the supreme judicial court
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

The new flying squadron of British
warships sailed from Cowes, Monday, for
Berehaven. Bantry bay, on the south
cOast of Ireland
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

The Valentine party at Sopcr's ball
next Thursday evening, bids fair to be q
unique and pleasant event.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Miss Alice Kelly, who has been visiting
relatives in town, for Il few days, returned
to Augusta. Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Miss Minta Powers, court stenographci
to Judge Foster, was in the city, Monday
on her way IL South Paris
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

W II. Howe of Pittsneld, who has been
in town foe the past week, returned to
Pittsfeld, Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

There IS to he q mission meeting AT the
Baptist church, tomorrow evening, to be
addressed by Rev DR. Dunn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Ira Mitchell has bought out Charles
Withee's interest In the livery business of
the firm of Pollard & Withee
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11
OAKLAND.

Carl and Pearl York were in Corinna
over sunday, visiting friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

The case of Erastus Wiman was brought
before Judge Mcmahon in the court of
general sessions at New York, Monday
and motion for dismissal was made
which was promptly granted and the in
dictment dismissed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Dh@nix Assurance Company of Lon
L don; incorporated in 1902; Conn
menced Business in United States in
1879. =. y. Irving, Manager; Assistant
Manager, +. B. Clas X; Id Assistant Man.
ager; l.. p. Bayard.
ASSETS. UNITED STATES BRANCH, DEC. 81, 1895
Stocks and bonds owned by the
company, market value. $1,757,4s5 90
Cash IN company's principal Office
AND ana IN bank, 673,292 p
ton, 81, 900 -
Reinsurance due on losses already -
paid, -. ZOOS 10
OF the company at their actual
Value' s2,655.9l5 50
LIABILITIES o. S. BRANCH, DECEMBER n 1905
Net amount of unpaid losses and
claims, 4 o9o 80 m
Amount required to safely re-insure w
all outstanding risks, 1.5l1 377 *
All other demands against the COM -
pany, viz: commissions, etc., 1850 %
Total amount OF liabilities except
capital stock and net surplus, a. 900. 1916 az
Surplus beyond capital, 355'7IS d
aggregate amount of liabilities in
Guiding net surplus, 40 655 OF, o.
w. q. BOOTHBY, AGENT
-IooIOlAMoC Augusta Maine
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

a crowd of local lzaak Waltons contem
plate trip to Great pond, tonight, with
refreshments Mt Gleason ;
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

+. X. Pbjlbriek of the Richards Pulp
and Paplcr Co. OF Skowhegan, was In the
city. Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Mrs. Arthur Craig has returned from
Yarmouth, where she has been visiting,
for several days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

W. f. Ware, formerly night clerk at the
Evans hotel, has accepted the position as
clerk In Leavitt's restaurant, caused by
the resignation of G. Elwood Wilcox.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Misses Sadie Chatfeld and Katie Willis
OF Roxbury, Mass who were called here
by the death of their uncle, NJ. f. Kennis-
ton, have returned home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Mr.. and Mrs. c. G. Mears entertained
a party of their friends at their home on
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

supper, social and entertainment will
be held at the First Baptist vestry, Thurs
day evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

e. Fl. Langston. the insurance man,
was in Waterville, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Fl. J.. Holmes returned, yesterday, from
Fairfield, where he spent Sunday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Peter Sampson, the strong man, left
Monday, for Watcrville
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Mrs John NJ Walker of Danvers. Mass.
is visiting her sister here
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Dinsmores orchestra will play for the
return New Years bali at Fairfield, to-
night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Van 4. Becdle of South Gardiner, has
returned from a business trip to Boston
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11
POSTERS.

!, TIE JOURNAL ONCE is splendidly equipped to C
~ elass ahspso Csu aaS saegre esftmsseS,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11
WATERVlLLE.

W. A. Soule of Boston, Is In the city.
Jerome Peavy passed Sunday In Ban
gor
II. NJ Cailison of Syracuse, N. T., is IN
the city.
Mrs. Helen Owen is visiting friends 10
Augusta.
Mrs. I.cnora Robbins is visiting in
Portland
II. W. Woodbury. Of Bangor. was In the
city, yesterday.
A. c. Houston of Sangerville, was in
the city, Monday.
G. H. Nelson left home for New YORK.
Monday afternoon.
The Il Il. Social Club scored another
success, last night.
James Knight of Rockport, Me, is
visiting in the city.
W. B Brown, Esq Of Hnrtland, was
in the city. Monday.
Il. J. Walsh of Portland, was in the city,
Monday on business
ID. Payson Alden returned to Concord,
n. II Sunday night.
Professor W. A Rogers OF Colby, has
returned from Boston.
Hon. c. +. johnson was in Augusta on
legal business, Monday.
Mr.. aud Mrs. G. T. Ingersol of Buffalo,
n Y, are visiting friends 10 town.
a. f. Carpenter of Boston, IS in the city
on business and will remain several days.
DR. +. Il. Jones was ut Great pond, Sat
urday, and reports great luck with the
hook.
John Horne shipped nine good horses
to the New York market, Monday after.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Steward Frank Dunphy of the steamer
| kenncbec. returned, last evening, from
New York, where he visited his brother,
| Capt. William Dunphy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

John Horne shipped nine good horses
to the New York market, Monday after
noon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

Fred r Philbrook of Skowhegan, was
in Gardiner, Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11
GARDINER.

Weston Lewis is in Boston on business.
John j. Donald of Portland was in the
city, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

''The Ladies Club has secured an en-
gagement with Manager johnson of the
| Opera house, for March 90
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

j. 5. Maxey went to Portland. yester
day, on business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

DIR. f. l.. Jones was mt Great pond Sat
urday and reports great luck with tbs
hook
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

r. NJ. Hallett, submarine diver Of
Portland, accompanied by his assistant
d. j. Suiliavn, also of the Forest city. ar
rived here, yesterday. Their mission in
Gardiner was to drag the river in search
of the body of George Burgess, the MEM
Der of Cleveland pickanipny band, who
was droned while skating, Sunday. City
Marshal Drake and Deputy Sprague. with
two experienced river drivers, Lemont
Ames of Randolph, and George Smith Of
this city, and the two divers visited the
river near Dingley wharf, Monday after
noon. 1t was found that n raft would
have to he built, the lumber for which
was kindly furnished by George Gray Of
the firm Of Joshua Gray Il Son, lumber
dealers. Some OF the ice was broken and
all the prelimineries for the rescue of the
body have been completed, and the divers
will commenc, work, today. Mr.. Cleve-
land has instructed Marshal Drake to use
every effort in his power to secure the re-
mains of the drowned boy ami Mr. Cleve
land will pay the bills.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-02-11

The Augusta Bakery horse dropped
dead in Depot square at go Monday
morning, of heart failure.