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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09
DELEGATION OF ITALIANS
Journey from Pittsburg. Pa. to Canton. Ohio
to Call on Major Mckinley.

Canton. Ohio. Oct. Sat noon, today
delegation OF 800 1talian-Americans with
banners and band from Pittsburg. rep
resenting the United Italian Republican
clubs of that city visited Major Mckinley
The spokesman was Lewis BEGGING. Ma
jor Mckinley replied as follows:
Il appreciate this visit, because it means
that you have an interest in common with
all your fellow citizens in the welfare OF
the country of your adoption. and be-
cause you feel that in the campaign now
upon us there is much involved in Alright
full settlement of the questions which are
presented
I'VE are a nation of working people. We
recognize no caste or class or. rank and
will tolerate none beneath this flag. We
are nation of political equals. The. great
English statistician Mr.. Mulhall, de-
cares that no other civilized country
than the United States could boast of Al
e0,0G0 instructed citizens in a total popu-
lation of less than 20. 000.0o0. all of whom
happily are equal bencticiaries of the ad-
vantages and blessings and opportunities
of free government.
A delegation of 100 Republicans from
Logansport, Ind, arrived at about ..
With the delegation was DR.. ]. z. Pow
ell, candidate on the Republican Pres
idential electoral ticket. In address
ing this delegation, Major Mckinley
dwelt upon the inability of the govern
ment to create the value of money. lie
said that if by a mere fiat the govern
ment could raise so cents to 100 cents
in value, then the work of Washington.
Hamilton and Jefferson in construct
ing the financial system was folly, and
the people had been robbed of all that
has been taken from them in taxes.
But" declared Major Mckinley. the
government cannot create something
out of nothing. and the man or party
which teaches that it can. teaches a
false doctrine
This was the first day for registra-
ton of Canton. and among the first
men in his precinct to inscribe his
name on the lists was VIM. Mckinley
Jefferson county, Pennsylvania. delega-
ton. 1000 strong which was next to ar
rive, was composed of miners. lumber
men and workingmen. Major Mckinley
addressing the delegation said: Il have
no sympathy with the sentiment some
times expressed by good people of doubt
about the future of the United States. No
body need be troubled about that. The
United States will take care of itself and
in its own good time and proper way
through constitutional forms. restore to
its country its former greatness. glork
and prosperity. The United States cam
not be long checked in its onward march.
The great body of the people is safe
steady and not moved by wild impulses"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09
Impure

blood. to take Hoods Sarsaparilla, ana
prevent such cruptions and suffering.
81 had dreadful carbuncle abscess
red, fiery, fierce and sore. The doctor at.
tended me over seven weeks. When the
abscess broke, the pains were terrible, and
Thought l should not live through it. l
heard and read SO much about Hoods
Sarsaparilla, that decided to take it, and
my husband, who was suffering with
boils, took it also. 1t soon purified our
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09
$25,000,00o FIRE.
Gayaquil, Ecuador, Wiped
Out by lncendiary's Torch.
10000 People Are Homeless, Many
Being Without Food or Clothes.
Insurance. a Little Over $4,000, OOO-Firc
at Last Under Control.

New York, Oct. S.-MigueI Valvertee,
consul general of Ecuador, received
cablegrams, this morning, which stated
that the great fire in Gayauuil has been
subdued. The losss is estimated at
S23.ooo.eoo, ana the total insurance lit
tie over s., 100000. Fully 10000 persons,
nearly half of the city's population,
are homeless. Destitution prevails,
many persons being without food and
without even necessary clothing. Con
sui Nalvertee's advices state that the
fire was probably incendiary.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09
BRYAN'S CAMPAIGN.
Decided That He Will Give Last Week OF Cam
paign to Illinois.

Chicago, oct. S.-Wm. j. Bryan will
close his campaign in this city and
state. AT a conference held, last night,
in his special car at the Union depot,
at which there were present besides
himself, Chairman Bentley of the state
speakers committee, Secretary Nelson
and ID. j. Campau of the national exc
cutive committee. it was decided that
Mr.. Bryan would best serve the cause
he represents by devoting the last
week of the campaign to Illinois,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09
English Press on Rosebery's Retirement

London, Oct. S.-The London st.
James Gazette says the leadership of
Lord Rosebery was more signal fail
IRE than ever made by any man of
equal opportunities and equal promise
The Pail Mall Gazette says that the
anti-Rosebery agitators have severed
the last link that connected them with
sobriety and sanctity.
The Dublin Independent says: IF
Sir William Harcourt shall be Lord
Rosebery's successor. the last condi-
ton of affairs will be worse than the
first"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09
FUNERAL OF MRS. HOBBS.
No New Clue To Murderer-The Town Viii
Offer Reward.

Biddeford, Oct. S.-The funeral OF
Mrs. Betsy Hobbs, who was fatally
shot and her clothing set fire in her
home at West parsonsficld. was held
here. today, being conducted by Rev.
ID. w. Stevens. The interment was in
the family lot at Eflingham, n. II. No
new clue has been discovered. 1t is
expected that the town will offer a re
ward for the arrest of the murderers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09
LOOKS SUSPICIOUS.
Lewiston Physician Said to
Be Under a Cloud.
Arrives in Richmond, Where He Re-
mains in SecIusion Of Hotel.
Shaycs on Whiskers and Otherwise Changes
Looks and Skips in Night.

Richmond, Oct. S.-(SpeciaD.- we'll
known doctor of Lewiston, who is al
legged to be suspected of having per-
formed a criminal operation upon the
Lewiston young lady, whose case was
reported in the papers. Thursday morn
ing, came to this town on late train
Monday night, and took a room at the
Iiathorne house. The doctor laid low
until Wednesday afternoon, when he
was seen by several of his acquaint-
ances on the public streets. During the
evening he appeared quite nervous
and it is believed that the evening mai
brought him a communication from
friends in Lewiston, informing him OF
the girls condition.
He left town before daylight. Thurs
day morning. his personal appearance
having undergone a marked change
during the night. The side whiskers
that decorated his face were gone, anC
contrary to his custom, the doctor Wor,
Il newly purchased cap.
Wiscasset is supposed to have beer
the doctors objective point from Rich
mond. Nothing is known as to whai
course he intended taking from thai
point. The man who accompanied tn,
doctor had not returned. up to a late
hour, this afternoon. The doctor looks
he picture of health and his peculiar
facial expression would attract atten-
ton anywhere.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09
+ orth Arson Races.

North Arson, Oct. S.-Today's races
were fairly attended considering thu
cold cloudy weather The track is il
fine condition In the 2.32 class. PHO!
Morrill,. first; Free Silver. second; Don
Thompson, third; George H., fourth
best time. 2.3211. The $50 class. Miss
Perkins, first; Pooler, second; Daisy c.
third: Swiss, fourth: best time, 2371l.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09

The great Pennsylvania stake PA
trotting race. purse $4,000, caused 10000
people to attend at Lexington. KY,
but they did not see the race finished
as it was postponed on account of
darkness. after Governor Strong. the
favorite. won the first and second
heats, and Senator A.. we'll supported
outsider. won the third and fourth.
There was a great deal of money bet on
the event. The race was a splendid
contest. There Were 16 starters Best
time, 2.10. by Senator A. The Els pac-
ing race. purse $1,000. was won easily
by the favorite, Nellie Bruce, in
straight heats. Myrtle. second; Ar
thur W., third; best time. 210A. In the
219 trotting race. purse $1,000. outsider.
Louis Victor. took the first and second
heats. and the favorite Atlantic, won
the third, when it was postponed. Best
time, 2.151i. by Atlantic.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09

Frank S. Thomas of Newburg has be-
gun an action to prove that the will of
his mother. drawn up in July, 1891, was
not legally executed: that the testatrix
sound mind. undue influence had been
brought to bear. 1t seems that Mr.
Thomas mother. Sally A. Thomas. had
$1,000 or $500 worth of personal property
vided that her son should receive only $50
per year for three years. the balance to
go to an adopted daughter by the name of
mrs George Whitcomb. and Mr.. Thomas
The judge reserved his decision for the
present. but will render it in season so
that the parties can protect their rights
by an appeal to the October term of court
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09
$4,000 TO $4,000.
Claims Of the Democrats in Recent GEORGIA
Election Are Growing.

Atlanta, Oct. S.-Telegrams received
by the Constitution from many coun-
ties. this morning, confirm the reports
of last night that Atkinson's majority
Is not less than $4,000 over Populist, for
Governor, and the majority of the re-
nainder of the Democratic state ticket
Will approximate $4,000.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09

investigation was made, Wednesday.
OK report that the town of Edmond,
Q. t.. had been devastated by a cy-
clone. The runlor is unsupported by
any facts that can be obtained from
here. the railway officials denying that
there was any unusual weather condi-
tons prevailing in that section of the
territory.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09

Bicycle riders, football players and
athletes. generally find sovereign
remedy for the sprains and bruises and
cuts to which they are constantly liable
in DR.. Thomas EclectrictOil,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09
$4,000 Fire at South Waterford.

Norway, Oct, S.--Thc farm buildings of
Abraham Norwood, South Waterford
were burned. today. The supposed cause
was an overturned lantern. Ihe estimated
loss is $1,000: insured.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09

The Scarboro and Cape Elizabeth fair
opened successfully at Scarboro. Thurs
day. Riverton. g. g., by Fred Lothair
(Hawkes). won the free-for-all. society
purse in three heats, Lady Eloise b. M.
Oyer, second; best time, 2.32%.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09

1t is often difficult to convince peo.
pie their blood is impure, until dread
FIJI carbuncles, assesses, boils, scrof-
ula or salt rheum. are painful proof OF
the fact. 1t is wisdom NOW, or when
ever there is any indication of
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09
Maine Pensions.

Washington. Oct. S.-The following
Maine residents have been granted
pensions:
Original. Llewellyn j. Blanchard
Dexter. Additional, John NJ. Kenny
Auburn. Reissue, John C. Mccoy
Bangor Original. widows, etc, Elvira
Rarrows, South Paris; Mary Doyle,
Calais.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09
AUGUSTA. MAINE. FRIDAY MORNING. OCTOBER Q 1896
FUR
Garments Made to Order,
Repaired or Made Over by a Practica|
Furrier.

MIR. II. G. BARKER has secured the
services of Mr.. PAUL LIFFERS of New
York. Il practical furrier with eighteen
years experience. He was fourteen wears
with one of the largest manufacturers of
seal garments in New York.
We are now prepared to do all kinds of
fur work in Il thorough and workmanlike
manner
NEW GARMENTS made to order from
selected skins OLD GARMENTS re-
paired or remodeled to the latest STYLES
If out of town customers will send iob To
MS by express and write carefully WIN +
is wanted, they viii by return of NAH re-
ceive our suggestions, price of lob etc
which if satisfactory will be acted unon
at once upon receipt of order to proceed
with the work. or should you decide not
to have the job done, we will return same
ut once.
No job too large or none too small
to receive our prompt attention. We
also call your attention TO our large
stock of fur garments, fancy rlrs.
|cOllarettes, scnrfs, trimmings, etc.
ALL GOODS AND WORK GUANAN-
TEED.
FL. G.. BARKER,
|Corner Hat and Fur Store,
GARDINER, ME.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09
Washington Forecast.

Washington, oct. S.-Forecast fol
Friday; For New England fair;
ncrthwesterly winds, becoming vari-
able
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09
FAIR AND COOL.

Boston, Oct. S.-Local forecast for
Friday: Fair. continued cool; winds
generally northerly
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09
NOTICE..

The commissioners appointed by the
governor to enquire as 10 the propriety
of establishing an additional Normal
school in Central or Eastern Maine, as
provided by order of Legislature of 1895,
will be in session at State House. Augus-
ia, Maine, Wednesday. November II. 1896,
at L. M. and the following day. at
which time and place hearing will be
given to all parties interested who may
appear.
VIM. De w. HYDE,
S. D. LEAVITT
L. Il. WEBB.
Commissioners.
Waterville, Sept. %, 1896
oct1, IDIOT
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09

built me up and restored my health SO
that, although the doctor said l would
not be able to work hard, have since
done the work for 20 people. Hoods Sar-
saparilla cured my husband of the boils.
and we regard it q wonderful medicine. y
MRS. ANNA PETERSON, Latimer, Kansas.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09

Analysis from the fifth annual report Of
the Maine State board OF health.
1.-The SPARKLING CLEARNESS justi-
nes the fanciful NAME of the SPRING.
CHEMICALLY and MICROSCOPICALL
1T is ONE Or THE PITREST or
WATERS IN THE WORLD" Date of
examination, April 23 1889. Analysis of
sample of water No. SIG expressed in parts
per 100000.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-10-09

This is the PUREST DRINKING WAT
FIR in the CITY for the ANALYSIS
SHOWS that there is ABSOLUTELY NO
ORGANIC MATTER IN IT. 1t boils up
through clean white sand from beneath
solid layer of clay which strictly pro-
tects it from surface drainage and all
poisonous matter. Those desiring PURE
DRINKING WATER should order PURE
DIAMOND SPRING WATER today.
One gallon daily per month. .75cts.
Each extra gallon daily per month. .25cts.
One half gallon daily per month. go. .50cts.
Delivered to any part of the city for so
cents a hogshead or D cents a barrel for
washing purposes. All orders promptly
attended to.
c. r. TEMPLE, Solo Proprietor.
Augusta, Maine.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1896-04-09
hoard of Education.

The animal meeting of the board Of
education was held on Thurs lay even
ing last, the old board closing its busl-
ness and adjourning sine die. The new
board, composed of !. Fred Cooper. f.
Lewis, M, Hogan, Vim. 5. Dean, L.
Kells and M. F. Woodbury., organized
with 7. F. Cooper president. M. f.
Woodbury. secretary, and L. Kells Treas.
urer. The following are the standing
committees tor the ensuing year:
Schools-L. Kells, VIM. S. Dean, M.
F. Woodbury..
Property-Wm. s.. Dean, E. ]. Lewis,
NJ. Hogan.
Finance-M. F. Woodbury., M. Ho-
gan, e. !. Lewis.
c. M. SpEague made application for
the trcasuryship and received twov votes
After trans acting routine business the
board adjourned.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1896-04-09

The Globe somewhat tardily discovered
that Senator Davis is still a presidential
possibility, in spite of his request that
his name be not presented before the re-
cent state convention. There can be no
doubt, as was clearly pointed out in
these columns last Wednesday, that, if
Mckinley fails to win, Davis will fall
heir to much of his strength and will i'm
mediatly become an important factor.
In such contingency. the defeat of Nc
Kinley being certain, Senator Davis
manly action of Tuesday will stand him
in good stead. It is altogether likely
that Mckinley will be chosen. but it is
not quite certain that the Mckinley men
will not name the winner-and who are
they more likeiv to choose than Senator
Davis?-Minneapolis Journal.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1896-04-09

, REPRESENTATIVE TowNE on Tuesday
introduced bill appropiating SIS, 900
for public building IN Brainerd.-Brain-
cred Tribune.
Considering the elegant democratic
de6enc, in current revenues, isn't this
public building extravagance being a
little overworked7 This suggestion is
not aimed at Brainerd specifically, but
has a broad application, The govern
ment GUILD. in most ofthe smaller towns
and cities, paw rent for less money than
it would cost to pay for the care of a
public building.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1896-04-09

A soliciting committee for the Grand
Army Encampment to be hello here next
summer has been abroad among our
citizens during the past week. and al
ready has pledges of over $600-about
two-thirds of the amount required to
make the encampment a success. Sank
Centre has earned the reputation of be-
ing not only liberal on public occasions
of this character, but OF being conspicu-
ously hospitable. When the encampment
shall be held there is no doubt of her
maintaining her reputation, and the old
bows in blue will have another such a
time as they have not had since the en-
campment met here before.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1896-04-09

Zoe Rolette of Pembina, Is in town
proving ND on homestead near Thiei
River Falls. He is son Of old Joseph
Rolette, who years ago stole the bill in
the legislature which saved the state
capitol to st. Paul from going to St.
Peter. The younger Rolette is friend
of A. Mcbride deputy auditor at the
court transformations
There are number of Sank Centre
people who were acquainted with "Old
Joe," who was a unique character, both
political and social. His biography
would make an interesting volume.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1896-04-09

C.M. Sprague went to St. Paul on
Tuesday, and while there made arrange
ments for Mrs. Sprs que and Mrs. S. M.
Bruce to leave for California via the
Great Northern road on Saturday eve
ming next. They go to southern Cali
fornia, Mrs. Bruce to visit the Thoma-
sons at Lawrence, and Mrs. Sprague to
Lampoc, where her parents. Mr.. and
Mrs. E. L. Wright. reside. Mrs. Wright
is in poor health. Mrs. Sprague has two
sisters living in that state, Mesdames
Carpenter and Bessinger. whom she viii
also visit. The ladies expect to be alb
sent several weeks, if not months.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1896-04-09

Epw0rth League Entertainment.
The japanese entertainment, under the
auspices of the Social Union and En-
worth League of the Methodist church.
will be given at the Auditorium on April
18th. A full course supper will be served
in the banqueting hall from till 8 D. m.
The walters will be attired IN the Japan-
csc costume.
Commencing at 8 o'clock, novel en-
tertaInmsnt will be given in the audito-
rum, consisting of an address of well
come by Rev. Squier, in the Japanese
language. Mrs. Squier will act as inter-
peter. japanese songs Will be sung and
scenes from home life in Japan will be
given. Music will be furnished by some
of our best home talent. Many beauti-
full, artistic and useful articles will b.
exhibited representing diffe,e emit kinds of
japanese embroidery. You NAV see
plaques, showing their painting, their
fine inlaid work. a lovely tea set, differ
emit kinds of footwear, books. views d
curios from that far Oriental cline.
A Japanese wedding will be a fearuse
oil the evening.
ChoPsticks tied with the gift coIors''
OF Japan, will be given to each guest as
souvenir. A most hearty invitation
extended to all. Supper and entertain
ment Tor IS cents.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1896-04-09

The Famous ViOIinist VIII Ger.
tainly Appear April 10th.


1t has been reported that owing to
ill-health, Remenyi might be compelled
to cancel his Saak Centre engagement,
which is booked for April Goth, under
the auspices of the Knights of P ythias.
Bet all doubt on that score has been dis
sipated BY letter received from 81. b.
Thearle, Remenyi's manager, to 81. F..
Alden. under date of Chicago, March
30th. It says:
Chicago, March 80, 1896.
II. F. Alden, Esq,
Sank Centre. MINI.
Dear Sif:-"The purpose of this letter
Is to inform you that Mr.. Remenyi Is
rapidly improving, and viii resume his
tour on the 18th OF April, and without he
has another backset, we shall expect to
FIJI your date. We hope YOU will make
this announcement public at once, and
do everything to assure him q big house.
He is getting to be an old man, and this
is his last professional tour, and, there
fore, the last chance people will have of
hearing the violinest of the day."
Yours very truly.
II. B. THEARLE.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1896-04-09

Capt. Oscar Taylor and George w.
Stewart, the attorneys, left last evening
for Fergus Falls to attend the term of
rhe United States circuit court. Two
cases will come before the court which
are of interest to st. Cloud people. The
iarst is the case of S. M. Cook, brother
iu-law of Coleman Bridgman, against
Mp. Clarke and J. 6. Marks, and the
seconds Cook against Kells, as assignee
OF NJ. p. Clarke. Both cases are to set
aside real estate transfers, but The pro-
ceeding at Fergus Falls will probably be
for the coust to appoint master in
chancery to make an accounting as be-
tween the parties.-Journal Press.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1896-04-09

MURAr HALsTEAD has carefully can
vassed the Democratic presidential stu
alton and reaches the following conclu-
sion: eve do not see what the Demo-
cracy can do but put Cleveland forward
and let him take the consequences OF his
own administration! Why not have the
Chicago convention meet and reafirm
the old ticket and platform? Ifthere is
anything else thev can do, it escapes the
naked eye"
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1896-04-09

DIR. Garfield returned last week from a
visit to Oklahoma. He has two daugh.
tiers and son living in that territory,
whom he visited. The doctor was COM
pletely captivated by the country, de-
cIaring il will produce everything from
a peannt to an elephant. Oranges and
and bananas are the only fruits which
will not grow luxuriantly in that soil
and climate.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1896-04-09

A. d. Davidson does not expect that
his work of winding up the affairs OF the
State bank at Duluth will require verv
much Of his time in the future. OfIate
he had been very busy in matters con-
nected with the trial of Stuckey, and
from now on he viii not be obliged to
stay in Duluth much of the time. Little
Falls Transcript.
It 10 understood that it 10 the purpose
Of Mr.. Davidson to make Duluth his
future home. Little Fails loses fond
citizen, and duluth gains one.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1896-04-09

George Fish made business trip to
Brooten the day of the blizzard, and got
through with the utmost difficulty. On
the return on Friday last he had to walk
nearlv all the wav, the roads being
drifted full. His horse was down a
dozen times during the return trip, and
he could not ride as his weight sunk his
bappy wheels to the huh-