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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02
City Government Meeting.

At the meeting of the city council,
last evening. the new city building
commission asked for continued time
until August l. The committee says
That there Is so much to look into in
the way of plans that they don't want
to hurry about it. The location and
size OF the rooms of the building is the
most important thing to be considered
In the plans, and the committee sub
mits that such consideration can not
be taken hastily except by an aren't
tect. The commission was given the
required time. Other routine business
was transacted.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

The annual election of officers of
Hallowell Commandery. No. 317, U. O.
G. c.. was held Wednesday evening.
The officers elected are as follows: p
N. c.. Mrs. Hannah Simmons; N. c.,
G. o. Morrill,; N. V. c., Annie A. Libby
w. p, Ida M. Ames; N. X. of p, Geo
A. Heath; F. X. of R.. ]. J. Jones; N.
T., H. Q. Halves; w. H.. Asa Libby;
w. 1. G., Mrs. Lucy c. Bacon; w. o. G.,
Geo. A, johnson.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

A fire was discovered. about noon,
yesterday, in the dump on Central
street The blaze looked rather seri-
Gus when the chief was informed. He
Immediately telephoned the Cobbossee
Steamer Company to take a line of
hose and visit the scene, which they
did and with the assistance of the
Hollingsworth & Whitney crew. sue
ceeded in subduing the blaze without
sounding an alarm.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

There have been some great games =
ball at the Augusta Driving park tins
week. This afternoon the Lewistons
will be the attraction. Dilworth and
Butler will be the home battery. While
it is expected that Forred will pitch for
Lewiston. The game is sure to be a
hot one. 1t will commence at 3 o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Mrs. DR.. Hathaway and two children
left on the night Pullman for an ex
tended visit to Pressure Isle, Caribou
and Fort Fairfield. Mrs. Hathaway
has large circle of friends in Aroos-
took county who welcome her coming
each year.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Philix Hussor met with quite an ac-
cident Yesterday morning, while at
work in the saw mill here He caught
the fore finger of his left hand in a saw
in some way. so that amputation was
necessary, Dr. Donnell dressed the
wound The accident will lay Mr.
Hussor up for some time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Charles Wakefield and his crew of
men finished loading the Ruben East
man with lumber. yesterday afternoon.
The schooner will clear the port this
morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Three men arrived here, Thursday,
bound for Whitefield, where they were
going to work haying. but as they
were too drunk to be on the street, the
officers placed them in the cooler,
where they were kept until morning,
when the judge sent them on their
way rejoicing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

DIR. NJ. S. Goodrich was called to Old
Town. yesterday. for the purpose of
amputating the leg of William Has
kell of that town. The amputation
was made necessary by the setting In
of gangrene after an injury.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02
guests, yesterday Of Mrs. Russell Bar

Waterville people who have taken in
the ball games at the Augusta Driving
park, say that the contests have been
worth several times the price of adj
mission. The Lewistons will play
there this afternoon
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

The electrics will, on their regular
trips the Fourth, leave Hallowell, in
going both ways. on the half and even
hours. The cars will pass at the cot
ton mill crossing, that day, instead of
at Loudon Hill. Extra cars will be
sandwiched in with the regular trips,
making the stream of people as con-
tinuous as possible
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02
MARTHA C. MESERvE.
Tcnnson as a Teacher.

Life is school. and every wise man
is an earnest and conscientious stu
dent through all his days. The trite-
ness of this statement and the readi-
hess with which we admit it's truth
increase the danger that we shall neg
lect its practical application and for
get its great Importance.
To the thoughtful student. the future
appears as maze of unexplorcd Wis
tas, varying in color and perspective
but all suggestive and attractive He
will need to study the world of real
life in the present and the world of the
past as it is revealed in books. A
large circle of acquaintance, a few in
innate friends, this rule so unvarying
in real life, should have it's exact
counterpart in the world of books. 1t
is my purpose to indicate some rea-
sons why the poet Tennyson is deserv-
ing of the closest confidence and the
deepest affection of the student I
wish to recommend him as teacher
in the school of life.
Tennyson learned the technique. of
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Street Commissioner Clary will have
crew of men at work, this morning.
building a new bridge near Chester
Phillips residence. 1t will be II feet
wide; and one near the lower railroad
crossing, 16 feet wide.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

]. c. Nash. while working in the
basement of Dingley's grain store,
Tuesday afternoon, spilled some kero-
sene on his fingers. In some way the
gas from the furnace ignited it, burn
ing all the members quite badly
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

The traveller used in the construc-
ton of the new bridge, was taken
down. yesterday. and the work of
building the sidewalk can now go on
The part already up is being riveted
now.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

A very enjoyable time was had, last
evening, at the ice cream sociable held
at the Cunard Street chapel. A large
crowd was present and quite a sum
was realized by the ladies.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02
". M. Hosker started, Wednes

W. M. Hosker started, Wednesday
evening, for Allegheny, Pa, where he
will look after the interests of the
Hallowell Granite Co., during the cree
ton of the Allegheny post office build
ing, which will be of Hallowell Granite
He is uncertain as to how long he will
remain, but possibly for several months.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02
SPARKS FROM MAINE WIRES.

These nominations were made at the
democratic county convention in SOM
erset county: Eastern senator. David
IA. Parks. Pittsfield; western senator.
Charles H. Hussey. Norridgewock:
county attorney. John E. Holmes.
Athens; sheriff, A. H. Lang. Skowhe-
gan; county commissioner. George w.
Savage, Bingham; treasurer, Silas f..
Lawry. Fairfield; clerk OF courts. Err
nest L. Upper. Starks; judge Of pro-
bate, Augustine Simmons. North An
son; register Of probate, Geo. Wey-
mouth. Skowhegan.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Arthur Farr of Jamaica. w. Lis visit
ing Mr.. and Mrs. M. w. Farr for few
weeks. Mr. Farr is a son of Rev. G. l..
Farr missionary sent to Jamaica by
the Iowa Christian Endeavor Society.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Mr.. and Mrs. A. S. Young left on the
islander. Wednesday. fors Capitol
Islond. where they will open Che Island
house and place it in condition for the
coming season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

The Hallowell Granite Cutters Union,
attended the funeral of the late Charles
H. Littlefield, Wednesday afternoon.
in a body, work was suspended at the
sheds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Ticket Agent f. w. Cummings was
away on few days vacation. this
week, and during his absence, the posi-
ton was filled by Mrs. John Wight of
Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Ralph Lawrence has returned home
from the Dead River region, where he
has been during the spring in the in
terest of the South Gardiner Lumber
COmpany
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Mrs. Lee G. Brann of Lewiston,
made a visit to her mother, Mrs. S. c.
McKenney, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

The lawn party which was to have
been held at the Congregational
church. Thursday afternoon. will be
postponed until Tuesday afternoon
and evening of next week. -
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

D. X. Jewell and son Manley went to
Bangor, Wednesday. Mr.. Jewell goes
on business connected with the Eastern
Maine Insane Asylum.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Mrs. Charles Perry, who has been
visiting her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
James Church. on North street. left,
yesterday. for Brunswick.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Mrs. NJ. NJ. Wight of Burlington VT.
is visiting her daughter, Mrs. d. c.
Jewell on River avenue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Fred Newcomb of Hebron academy,
is spending the summer vacation with
his grandparents, Maj. and Mrs. E.
Rowell. Second street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

George N. Joi.rson returned on the
boat, yesterday morning.. from Boston.
Mrs. johnson, who has been visiting
friends in Middleton. CT, returned
with him.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Let all remember that the electrics
are to leave the city on the Fourth, on
the half and even hours. and that ex-
ira cars will be run as often as the re-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Among the visitors to the Colby
campus. yesterday. were Mrs. Helen
S. Coburn, Miss Blanche Tantish and
Miss Della Gilman of Skowhegan.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

r. T. Burnham returned on the boat
yesterday. from Bath.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Mr.. and Mrs. F. D. Perry left.
Wednesday forenoon, for few days
sojourn at Capitol Island.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

The Lewistons will be the attraction
at the Augusta Driving park, this after
noon. The game will commence
promptly at o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

George w. Gillette returned, yester-
day, from Boston, where he has been
on short business trip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Quite delegation of Court Robert
Emmett. A. o. F. A. attended the in
stallation of officers of Capitol Court
at Augusta, last evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02
!" My Remedy"
CURES -.

CURES -.
Dyspepsia, Indigestion, Sour Stom.
ach. Biliousness, Heartburn. Flatu-
lence, Feeling Of fieavlness after
Meals and All Disorders Of tho
Stomach caused by Impru.
dence in Eating or Drinking.
MO other medicine can more quickly giw
~ tone to the stomach and restore the ap
petite after imprudencc in eating or drinking
my Remedy" is just what is needed t
steady the nerves. restore vigor, and stoE
that "a1l-gOne 1" feeling.
The reasonable claim Is made f0i
this remedy that It will surely cure
all troubles that arise from . weak
ened or dis0rdered stomach. 1t oftei
happens that person with good digestion
will eat something that disagrees and cause
distress. In such cases few doses OF ny
Remedy" will relieve, and thus prevent
serious attack Of Indigestion.
"Ny Remedy" Is Sold by Leading Druggists.
Price, so Cents.
Full Directions with Each Package.
THE TlLDEN REMEDY co.,
PEEKSKlLL. N. Y
For sale by Emery & Ward. Gardiner:
Fuller Drug Store. Augusta; II. l..
Clearwater. Hallowell.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Mrs. S. B. Collins and son left,
Wednesday morning, for visit to
friends in Lynn Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

! Mrs. J. l.. Stoddard and daughter re-
turned on the evening train, yesterday,
from Cambridgeport. Mass, where
they have been visiting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Arthur Moore is happy. and well he
may be, as he is the father of a bounc-
ing boy, who arrived, yesterday noon.
Both mother and son are doing well.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Two our-masters now lie at the In
dependent ice houses opposite here
loading with ice.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Leroy Beedle of Richmond. was a
visitor to the place. yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Frank johnson of Wiscasset, left.
yesterday, for his home, after spend
ing a few days in Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Mayor F. L. Noble and J. G. Chabot,
Esq, of Lewiston, were in the city on
legal business, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

DR.. Donnell has returned form
Bellevue hospital. ~, Y, where he has
been studying for the last six weeks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Miss Clara Adams of Bath, was
calling on Gardiner friends, Wednes-
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Fred Miller went to Boston on the
boat, yesterday, for few days vaca-
ton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Trains will leave Gardiner for Au-
gusta on the Fourth at $50, 7.45 SIS,
eos and NO in the forenoon. and all the
trains will run in the afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

l.. H. Soper and little daughter Lu-
ellie. and Master Rosie c. Foster.
went to Old Town, yesterday. for a
visit to friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Mrs. T.. p Mayo of Fairfield, at Win
demere park, Unity. today, will enter
tain young people from Waterville,
Fairfield and Bangor
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Mrs. George Leonard and daughter of
Passadumkeag. are visiting Mr.. and
Mrs. d. S. Weeks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Mr.. and Mrs. F. B. Purinton. Mr.. and
Mrs. c. e. Purinton of Augusta, were
III the city, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Misses Leo and Siphrona Therbold OF
Bath. are visiting their brother Daniel
Therbold.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Hon. L. D. Merchant, left Wednesday
afternoon, on a short business trip to
Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Miss Gertrude Barton will go to
York Harbor, today, to pass her sum-
mer vacation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

The lawyers of the city will close
their offices every evening except Sat
urday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

DR.. and Mrs. W. P. Giddings left for
Boston, on few days pleasure trip,
Wednesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Miss Mary Wood, who has been Wis.,
iting Mrs. l.. p. Reed on Robinson
street, for few days, returned to her
home In Brookline, Mass. yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Mrs. Willard Jones and son are visit
ing friends in North Fairfield.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Master John Webb of Bangor, Is Wis
iting his uncle, Edwin Noyes of this
city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

I. w. Berry was in Hallowell, yes
.rday. packing and placing the hand
:. .ngne Tiger in condition for the mus
-. !" ter in Augusta, July 4.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

r. r. Baxter has returned from Bos-
ton. where he has been on business
trip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

quirements of the crowds demand.
The road is in fine condition to meet
the emergency.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Mrs. o. S. Ware. who has been visit
e Mrs. Henry Richards, left on the
anu "o1 ernoon train yesterday, for Bar
rain. wirbor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Henry Sawyer left. yesterday, for
Waterville on a business trip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Miss Annie Newell, who has beer
visiting her brother in Portland, re-
turned home, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Mrs. A. II. NOyes and daughter Mat
tie of Skowhegan, were in the city
yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

a. S. Chadbourne returned, Wednes-
day. from a few days visit to his old
home in South Waterford.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

!. c. Libby and family are at North
port. where they will pass month
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Mrs. Gree and her daughter,
Margaret, of Auburn, are visiting Mrs
Banks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Mrs. Wells and Miss Kane of Gin
ton, are visiting Mrs. c. Fl. Wheeler.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Miss Stella Barton of Windsor, Miss
Lottie Barton of Clinton, and Miss
Mabel Robbins of Riverside, were the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02
SOUTH GARDINER.

Ben Albee Of Waterville Is visiting
Guy Lawrence.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Miss Marion Haddock of Middleton
Ct, is visiting friends here.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02
WATERVILLE.

Samuel Bunker of North Arson, was
in the city, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

A. H. Noyes of Skowhegan, was call
ing on Gardiner friends, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

G. w. Coburn was in Richmond, yes
terday, on business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Alderman Henry Sabin of Lewiston.
was in the city, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Dr. F. A. Kimball returned, yester
day. from Old Orchard. where he has
been on a short vacation for a week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

c. T. Stackpnle was in Lewiston.
yesterday, on a business trip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

GARDINER.

Henry Sager left for Boston, yester-
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

The funeral Of the late Charles H.
Littlefield was held from the South
church, Wednesday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

Miss Clara Reed is visiting friends
in Augusta, for the week
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

W. A. Stockman of Portland, was
calling on friends in the city, Wednes-
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02

fires of genius; It raised the banner of
religious freedom: 1t gave to English
literature Its noblest ornaments and its
greatest works. Let cynical historians
tell us II they win that Elizabeth her
self did nothing Of all this. The Eng
land which she donated and which rose
to greatness under her hand. Is her ad-
vocate at the bar of posterity and pro-
claims her to the world the greatest
Queen that ever sat upon a throne.
and the central figure of the most
glorious period in the history of the
Anglo-SaXon race.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-07-02
HALLOWELL.

Judson Neal is spending few days
with friends in Waterville.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1896-07-02
sharon.
Sharon.
Mrs. Rebecca Smith is very sick.
The village schools close this week.

|
Mrs. Rebecca Smith is very sick.
I. The village schools close this week.
Samuel Cady OF Bethel was in town las
week Friday.
] Guy Wilson OF Bethel was in town las
| week Thursday.
/ Loren Mosher is at home from Hanover
for the vacation.
last week Saturday.
Miss Fannie and Homer Laid are visit.
| ing friends in town.
Arthur Somers was in West Hartford tt
play ball last Saturday afternoon.
A. Fl. Badger and wife are rejoicing ovel
the birth OF son, Wednesday, June oath
| Charles Barrett is at home after spend.
! ing two years with an uncle in Nebraska
John E. Adams and family OF East
Barnard visited at C. E. Roberts last Sat.
urday.
Miss Josie Atwood OF Randolph visited
her sister, Mrs. Amsden, Wednesday OF
| last week.
AS Smith Bartlett was driving home
from the village last Friday, his horse be-
came frightened and backed him down an
embankment beyond Calvin Fay's house.
He received broken leg and bad bruises.
Miss June Fassett closed very success
full term OF school last Thursday in district
No. 6. The scholars having no marks were
Mamie Roberts, Lottie and Milton Rey-
nods. Willie Doubleday had no tardy
marks.
The birthday party proved success, f.
nancially and socially. Ffty-two dollars
were realized. Cordial words of remem-
brance came from some OF the absent ones
together with their offerings. One lady
sent eighty six pennies.
The first Town School held in Sharon
was success. The object of the school
was to show the work done by the teach
ers, the progress made by the pupils and
to rouse the interest OF the people. A ban
ner was offered to the school which ex-
scelled. The judges, chosen from the va
rious districts, took into consideration in
their final decision the following points:
class recitation, manner OF teaching, rhe-
toricals, reading contest, general behavior.
When the exercises began Friday morn.
ing at 10 o'clock, June 26, the town hall
was we'll filled with teachers, children, par
ents and friends. Mr.. Burgess, chairman
OF the school directors, presided. First
came short devotional exercise in which
all took part. This was followed by the
regular exercises of the schools, which
consisted OF one class recitation and some
rhetorical work from each school. The
school adjourned at noon for picnic din
ner on the common, which was enjoyed by
all. During the intermission photograph
OF the children, teachers, directors and su-
perintendent was taken by Mr.. Fales. The
exercises OF the afternoon began at q
o'clock. The progress made by all OF the
schools was creditable, but that made in
2, and was specially noticea-
BILE. The judges, after rather lengthy
awarded the banner to school
No. a, taught by Carrie Paine OF South