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Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1896-08-31
Sept. 7, 8, 9, 10 and Il, 1895.
10th Annual Exposition
The Largest and Best Equipped Grounds in
the Central states and the Best Race
Track In the Country Exhibits in all
Departments will be larger aud
Better Than Ever Before.
A GREAT RACING PROGRAMME

Fifteen Events in -Four Days-Six Run
ming. Five Paces and Four Trots,
fOr Purses Aggrcgating 1890,
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1896-08-31
PROVIDING FOR THE FUTURE.

Double Effect of Signing the Temper
ance Pledge.
Pastos (benevolently)-SO, my dear
MI. BOozley, hear you have signed the
pledge?
Boozley-Yes; haven't touched drop
for six months.
Pastor-Now, my dear brother, don't
YOU find total abstinence cheaper than
inemperance?
Boozley-Oh, yes; I've already paid
for my coffin.
Pastor stcnished)-Your coffin?
BoCzley-Yes; I felt if | KEEP, my
rlsdge SIX months longer I'd need one
Washington Times.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1896-08-31
$40 REWARD.

The above Reward will be
paid to any one who will secure
the arrest and conviction Of tho
person or persons who are now
regularly stealing the DAILY
and SUNDAY REGISTER ont the
island and North Main street.
West Virginia Printing co.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1896-08-31

so you deposed Clapperton as pres
ident of your Idlers' club?'
YES: the fellow had no grip on HIM
self at all-couldn't keep his brain from
working"
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1896-08-31

1l selve' the story bnan bnd from his nVe m
fer Nihism goes and becO manager OF large %
owned by Roman friends reform the Management o. W
estate and the ways Of him in many thrilling ep
The long residence of which country she has recently T
turned England has peculiarly her for the portrayal OF He III ~
country In lie v she has produc which IS SUR 20 hold Tue al
tentop of the rea der from the frsn the last
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1896-08-31
THE GREAT ALVINIl
In an Unique Aerial Feat Without Precedent
in America.

Fine exhibit Of Class Horses. Cattle sheep;
Swim. Poultry. Agricultural implements,
Farm Products and numerous special at
tractions.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1896-08-31
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will find our stock of Summer Shoes full
Of pretty suggestions for the feet. Style
comfort. elegance and satisfaction are
our shoe quartette, whose harmony
must delight the most fas-idious taste
and fiji every foot want. Certainly
shoes couldn't be cooler or handsomer
than these, which shape themselves TO
he foot with a slipper-like facility and
want of consraint Nothing proves
what a shoe is so indispu,ably as trying
it afoot. Once you try them, you're
bound to wear our shoes.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1896-08-31
Excursion Rates on All Railroads.

Speed entries close August 31st nj II p.
IN. Live stock entries close September 81,
at p. m. Other entries close September 18th.
Address Secretary for Premium Lis. etc.
GEORGE HOOK, Secretary,
!. REMAIN, President.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-05-07
CHARLES n. MASON.
Augustus Popular and Leading Merchant
Tailor-He Also Carries an Elegant Line OF
ReadyMade Clothing and Mems Furnish.

To be we'll dressed conveys to the
mind the tranquility which religion is
poWerless to hestoW. Carlyle says
STRIP the elmine from the court. and
the figures hide behind the pillars or
columns" Emerson, in like vein, sug-
gests that If you have keen sensibil-
tiles, better repair to a reputable tailor
and dress yourself irreproacha Bile; you
Will thus be enabled to enter the social
sphere gayly, where else you had been
dry and embarrassed. It will thus be
seen that the tailor and ciothier are
very important personages in a
community, and upon them depend. in
a certain degree, the appearance of its
people. Since 1868 Mr. Charles II. Ma
son has provided Augustus male pop
ulation with Il resource against all the
VeNations and denominations of insists
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-05-07
TABEa & CAREY.
Sanitary Engineers. Plumbers, Steam and
Hot Water Filters. Dealers in Stoves.
Ranges, Furnaces. Tin and Hardware.

Perhaps there is no other class of
goods In which the inventivaness of the
American people has more fully dem
| onstrated itself than in that of plumb
ing supplies, steam and hot water an
| paratus. stoves and furnaces An es-
adjustment carrying on business in
these lines may be said to be a small
counterpart of the patent office AT
" washington. for nearly every article
Tor factory. builders and house use has
pc'h fnohopoized by the inventors
lhc superiority and excellence in these
itnts may be seen in the stock carried
by iaber AZ Carey. whose store is To-
Gated at l35 Water street The bust
ness was established three years ago
by Taber. Carey Il Co. the co-partners
being 6. NJ. Taber. Willis Goodman
and Herbert A. Carey Mr.. Goodman
retired from the firm short time ago
At which time the firms name was
ohArGcd to Tabcr & Carey. They max,
a speciality OF plumbing. hot water and
steam heating and carry a large stock
~ supplies in this line. They are also
manufacturers ~ tinware and dealers
In stoves. ranges. furnaces and GEN
efal hardware. They handle tho Ma
gee furnaces ana Mahony heaters
ana wherever these have been supplied
they nave given the best of satisfaction
iheY give constant employment to
from seven IL ten competent and skilled
mechanics and plumbers. Who work
under the careful supervision of the
heads of the house. The large trade
enjoyed by Taber & Carey is due TO
TIE combined clements of a comnle,e
stock IN every department: attention to
the wants Of their patrons. and striking
the Keynote figures of the trade on low
prices c. NJ. Taber and II. a. carev
are practical and skillrul sanitary en-
Sineefs. and all plumbing work done
under their supervision can be strictly
relitd unon as being finished in n firsi
CLASS ana worlkmanlike manner. They
are gentlemen Of the highest integrity
ana exemplary business methods. and
enjoy the confidence and esteem of al
VINO know them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-05-07

the extremely plain and most ultra of
patrons, and embraces the latest styles
ana newest and most approved novel;
Ties OF the season. Two expert and ex-
pcflenced cutters are employed, one for
custom work and one for stock work.
ensuring to the patrons Of the house
seiect peiitting garments comprehend
ing the latest current mode Mr.. Ma
son has earned the enviable reputation
OF producing garments of the highest
order or excellence. and is acknowI-
eoSed as having no superior in his re-
spective calling. Nothing fits a man
IKE ms skin, next to that Nason's
clothing. The unique trade mark of
the house has become a by-word in this
vicinity, and the verification of it is
found In every garment that you buy
FROM Mr.. Mason. His reputation for
turning out high class clothing is pro-
verbal throughout the New England
states, and once a customer at his
house, you will always remain. Mr..
Mason is gentleman of excellent taste
and Judgment, and his handsome store
ard elegant stock indicates it. He is
liberal and successful business man
OF exceptional tact and ability and en-
joys the good will and confidence of a
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-05-07
BENEFITS RESTAURANT.
One Of the Handsomest and Most Ably Con
Quoted Restaurants in the State.

No review of the business interests
of the Capitol city would be complete
without special reference to that met
ropolitan establishment so ably con-
Quoted by Mr.. |. Bennett. Since 1858,
this gentleman has been catering to
the prominent people who have visited
Augusta, as we'll as our permanent
residents. From the very inception of
MIR. Benefits restaurant, he has con-
trolled desirable class of trade, and
from year to year his business in
creased and the accommodations ex-
tended to guests has became proven
bal throughout the State. Benefits
restaurant is probably as we'll known
throughout the Pine Tree State as any
other similar establishment. In ap-
pearance. it is gem. it being hand
somely and artistically furnished and
decorated. 1t was three years ago Mr..
Bennett equipped his spacious quar-
ters at Nos. lSi and 1S6 Water street.
1t is in dimensions 30x6O feet. contain
ing three floors. The gentIemen's cafe
is located on the first floor. the ladies'
dining room on the second. The fur
niture and fixtures are elegant in fin
ish. The tables are eXquisitely laid in
white linens and rich silver ware. pre-
SentinS an attractive and appetizing
appearance. The catering is done by
Mr.. Bennett, and there is nothing in
the way of edibles he does not secure
Tor his establishment. Game fish.
Holsters. crabs and oysters are provi-
ded in abundance. and are cooked and
served in a proper manner A compe-
tent and skilled chef is employed, and
he has all necessary requisites at
hand for cooking purposes The repu-
tation that Benefits restaurant bears
throughout this vicinity has been
gained by combination of the com
mon virtues. notably courteous treat
ment, proper service and the furnish
ing of only the very best the market
affords. The wide popularity Mr.. Ben
nett has gained is as we'll deserved as
II Is unprecedented. He extends a cor
dial welcome to all, and those who
know him best, know that his greet
ing and friendship is not of the suner
hcial kind. by the utilization of supe-
l1or business ability, and q thorough
knowledge of the business under his
jurisdiction. coupled with energy. in
duStry and an affablo manner. Ny
iSennttt has secured large and con-
stant patronage and won the admira-
tion and respect of the entire commu-
nifty.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-05-07
GRANITE NATIONAL BANK OF AUGUSTA
One Of the Strongest and Most Ably Man
aged Financial Institutions in the Kennbec
Valley. Designated Depository Of the United
States. Handsome and Conveniently Ar.
ranged Banking Rooms.

The city of Augusta has every rea-
son to be proud of its wealthy bank
ing corporations, conducted as they are
on so thoroughly a sound and conserv-
ative basis. Their Importance as a
means of contributing TO develop the
resources of this section of the State,
cannot be questioned, while their SOL
vency and rapidly increasing volume of
business are guarantees of the finan-
cial and industrial interests of the
city In this connection special refer
ence is made in this historical and in
dustrial review to the old established
and reliable Granite National Bank of
Augusta. This popular institution has
had very successful career. and is
today one of~thc most vigorous ex-
poncnts of the soundest principles gov
erning banking and finances. The
bank was organized in May 1885, un-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-05-07
W. H. GANNETyS ENTERPRISE.
RISE and Progress Of One Of Augustus Lead
ing Institutions. 80 Publishers OF That High
Class Home Paper .'Comfort. "...lts Cir
culation Exceeds That Of ANY: Other Paper
in The World. "a

One OF the clcarest evidences of our
higher civilization is found in the fact
that the public school andEthe news
papers are the pioneers in the settle
ment of our vast states, at least this
would appear to be the case for no
sooner is town site settled upon. than
a public school building is erected and
the sound of the printing press is
heard. AS an educator a neWspaper
occupies position of vast Importance.
and is school for the masses. The
advantages to a community of bright,
clean and ably edited newspaper in
moulding public sentiment in the direc-
tons of good government cannot be
disputed. This not only applies to the
great dailies with their hundreds of
thousands of circulation, but also to
the modest little daily and weekly pub
LEGATIONS. There is also another class
paper that fills more important place
than those referred to. 1t is the great
family paper that enters the homes of
the farmer, laborer, artisan and even
merchant princes. 1t is the pride and
honor of Augusta to have published
here the greatest family newspaper in
the world-"Comfort." MI w. IL
itorious freside and home paper, and
Its growth and development is a mat
ter of pride to Augusta, and a standing
monument to the enterprise and abil-
ity OF its publishers. Its history and
progress furnish an object lesson to
young and old and another evidence
that nothing succeeds like success.
Early in 1887. Mr. William ii. Gannett,
then a partner in a small retail estab-
lishnent on Water street began. by ad-
vertising in a small way, to put into
execution some very original ideas
which had possessed him. This start
being fairly successful, in the fall of
1898 he made bold to launch forth his
most cherished idea and Nov. 1899. he
had printed from the presses of Bur-
leigh Il Flynt the first edition of Com
fort. The total cost of this edition, in
GLIDING mailing, exceeded forty dol
lars and from this small affair grew
the Comfort of today.
The office work. mailing etc, was
done in two small rooms on Water
street, until the fall of 1889, when Mr..
Gannett purchased the corset factory
building. so called, on Willow street,
and established quarters therein.
In 1880, SO great had been the growth
of Comfort, it was found impossible to
get off the large editions in time, with
out improved machinery and a contract
was made With Messrs. Hoe & Co., for
n Web perfecting press, which should
print and fold eight thousand copies of
Comfort per hour
This was the first large perfectins
press in the State, and with its adj
vent the already immense circulation
was enabled to grow still greater
In 1891, though having floor space
of about eight thousand square feet,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-05-07
S. 7. STILKEY & SON.
Augustus Leading and Best Conducted Livery
Most Conveniently Arranged Barn in the
Kennebec Valley.

There is no feature that contributes
so much toward city's reputation for
progress and enterprise as the facili-
ties afforded by well conducted liv-
cry, such as the literally patronized
and reliable establishment of S. T.
Stilkey G. Son, There are few living in
this vicinity who are not more or less
familiar with Stilkey & Sons livery,
and possibly there is not another
source in the various ranks of city life
from which is drawn so much Gin the
aggreSate) pleasure, comfort and con-
venience as from so well an equipped
establishment as the one referred to
above. The business was founded by
$. T. Stilkey in 1880. His son. w. H.
Stilkey, was admitted as a partner IN
1898. Their advancement has been very
steady and substantial. Last fall the
present commodious building was
erected especially for the firm 1t is in
dimensions 45x50, three stories in
height. 1t is the most spacious. best
arranged and equipped stable in the
Kennebec valley, and will compare
favorably with any in the country The
drainage and sanitary effects are as
near perfect as possible, and the stable
is free from all obnoxious odors. All
the stalls are on the lower floor, the
carriage repository on the second while
the third is used for the storage of hay,
grain, etc. The barn is lighted by cleo
tricity throughout, and has accommo-
dations for 40 horses. Many stylish
and comfortable rigs are to be had
here. consisting of carriages. phaetons.
buggies. dog carts. etc, all of which
can be had upon the most reasonable
terms for business or pleasure. The
boarding facilities of this barn are also
a prominent feature. Horses left in
charge always receive the best atten-
ton from experienced grooms, while
the grain and hay feed are of the best.
Mr.. S. 7. Stilkey. the senior member Of
the firm, is a well-known gentleman of
and honorable bust
ness principles. He is courteous. ener-
getic, prompt and reliable. Mr. w. ii.
Stilkey is an enterprising young man.
thoroughly familiar with the business.
a fine judge of horseflesh and a gentle
man with whom it is a pleasure to do
business. Both members of the firm
enjoy the esteem and respect of a large
circle of friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-05-07
G. W. wAoLeIeH.
A Popular and Most Reliable Wholesale and
Retail Grocer-Deaier in Provisions.

Those branches Of trade which are
more especially related to the neces-
sites of home and table, naturally call
into requisition the shrewdest abilities
to meet the strong competition with
which they must contend. These quail
ications are apparent in the careful,
ana at the same time energetic bust
ness management associated in the
transactions Of Mr.. G. W. Wadleigh.
In the purchase of his supplies he is
careful to secure, first, the best goods
Tor his trade: second, to secure them
from good and reliable houses upon
such terms as will enable him to give
his patrons the lowest possible prices.
The business which Mr.. Wadleigh
now owns and conducts was estab-
Hshed by I. Fuller & Son in 1866 He
pure hased the entire interests in the
concern last January. The premises
located in the Union block, 1s5 Water
street are 25xe0 feet in dimension and
contain seven floors. They are well ar
ranged. presenting a neat and most in
vitinS appearance. The stock embraces
most complete assortment of staple
and fancy groceries, foreign and do
nestle condiments, provisions. flour.
meats, fruits. etc, in fact all articles
that are kept in first-cIass grocery
and meat establishment. The goods
handled by this house have received
more than local reputation solely on
the basis OF merit, and are permanently
maintained at the highest standard of
excellence. Mr.. Wadleigh is liberal and
and controls a desirable
class of trade
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-05-07
c. A. ROBBINS SON.
Iron Founder and Machinist.-An Old and
Descrvedly Popular Firm.

Gardiner has for a long time been
one of the leading manufacturing
cities in the State, in consequence of
which 1t has demanded mechanical
skill of the highest ability. The time
honored iron foundry and machine
shop of c. \. Robbins Son, stands
foremost in this line. The business
was established in 1869. Mr.. c. A.
Robbins formed a co-partnership with
his sons. T.. +. and A. A. Robbins. under
the firm name of c. a. Robbins & Sons.
After the death of C. A. and f. T.. Rob-
bins, the firms name was changed to
c. A Robbins Son. a. A. Robbins.
being the sole proprietor. The prem
ises located on the corner of Bridge
and High streets are 35X10 feet in di-
mansions, three stories in height. They
are perfectly equipped with modern
planners, bolt cutters, slotters, boring
machines and other requisite appli-
ances and furnishes steady employ
ment to Is skilled machinists and iron
founders. They manufacture and deal
in steam engines, boilers. steam
pumps. shafting. pulleys. hangers. saw
and grist mill machinery. brass and
iron castings, iron and wood working
machinery, steam pipe and fittings,
endless chains and machinery for stor-
ing and shipping ice. while wood
turning saving and planning is done
to order. These machine shops today
are the busiest of any in the valley,
being run to their fullest capacity
both night and day. Mr.. A. A. Rob-
bins is considered one of the most ex-
pert and skillful machinists in New
England. and his services are always
in demand throughout the State. He
is accurate in his calculations. and
any contract undertaken by him is a
sufficient guarantee that it will be
carried out and completed in thor
oughy skillful and workmanlike man.
ner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-05-07
E. E. DAVIS L COMPANY.
augustus Prominent Clothiers. Hatters and
Mems Furnishers- Their Large and ELEGANT
Stock.

faShion eNerts a potent influence
over our everyday life: to adorn orr
selves seems to be part of our "a
ture. In the matter of dress the cloth
ing houses of a city exert q wonderful
influence, and when their stocks are
large. Well selected and stylish tho
appearance of the people indicate the
same. A large and well ordered cloth
ing emporium in Augusta is that of T..
r.. Davis 4 Company which has been
known to our readers since 1879 as a
popular Quitting establishment. with
lew, II any. rivals in the VALLEY. The
business premises located at No. 21o
Water street. are 2Sx60 feet in size
every inch of space being utilized for
their extensive stock. Their large
plate glass show windows are always
bright and attractive with the latest
novelties in the various goods they
nahdie. The stock consists of finely
selected assortment of ready to wear
ciothing, manufactured by the cele-
ofated firm of A. Shuman & Co. for
whom they are agents. The prejudice
that formerly existed against ready
MADE clothing is now thing of the
past There are very few merchant
tailors who can compete with with a
iirm like E. r. Davis & Company, for
the stock they carry is nothing less
than custom made. and ii is guaranteed
to be made from the finest productions
OF American and foreign mills by COM
petent and skilled workmen in the very
latest fashion. The firm also carry a
full line of boys and chidrens' cloth
ing. and great care has been exercised
IN its selection. The spring and sum-
mer styles are now in, and the stock is
beyond doubt one of the finest and
most diversified ever shown in the city
In the furnishing goods department the
purchaser is again confronted by an
exquisite line of goods. Wilcox hats in
all the latest shapes and styles are
shown, while in neckwear their line is
simply hewildering. Hathaway's cele-
brated shirts are carried i'm great
variety and diversified assortment of
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-05-07

sections OF the United States. The ca
reer Of the Granite National Bank ever
since It's foundation has been one
alike conducive to customers, stock
holders and officers. Since Its incor-
poration in 1864. it has paid out in div
idends nearly four times it's capital
stock It's policy towards all substan-
tial interests of Augusta, is liberal and
encouraging. and it gives judicious and
valuable support to all kinds Of COM
mercial and Industrial enterprises.
The present board of directors is:
James w. Bradbury. Edwin c. Bur-
leigh. John w. Chase, Horace II. Ham
lin, Treby Johnson and George e. Ma
comber. All are men Of unswerving
integrity as well as business men of
ability, and are accounted amongst
Augustus most respected and infiuen-
tai citizens. President Chase and
cashier Johnson are experienced, able
and careful bank officers and eminently
qualified for their important positions.
Il fact that is generally recognized by
dcpositors as well as stockholders
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-05-07

gloves, handkerchiefs, fine seasonable
underwear. and all the little. requisites
that go to make up the toilet OF gentle
men. They also keep a full line Of
grips and travelling bags. and the
prices quoted throughout are as low as
any responsible house could possibly
make. Messrs. L. f. Davis and w. H.
Davis. who comprise the firm are repre-
sentative business men in the broadcast
sense the term implies. They are al.
ways on the alert for the latest novel
ties in their lines and they conduct an
establishment that is strictly up-to-
date. and 1t is a credit to the city.