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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

The funeral Of Conductor Fred Nc
intyre will occur today, at the home of
his sister, Mrs. Frank Hammond, at 9
O'Clock. 1t was the intention to have
the services. yesterday, but it was
found impossible to complete all the
arrangements and SO they were post
poned until, today.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Three letters from Canada were re.
ceived here. recently. on which Skow-
hogan was spelled as follows: Eskihine
Skoehigine and, worst of all. Xkigigua
II IS a wonder that the letters ever
reached their destination.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

a large circle of friends was sad
dened by the death of Mrs Charles
Fogg, Saturday evening. Mrs. Fogg
suffered a paralytic shock, July 3. and
has been very low since then, although
her recovery had been confidently
hoped for. Her husband and two chill
dren, Mrs. Fanny Taskey and Mr.. Mel
win Fogg, mourn the loss of a true and
faithful wife and loving mother
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

G. w. Walsh. the Temple street dyer.
has leased the Haynes building at the
corner of Common and Front street for
term of years. and will move his es-
Establishment to that place next months.
He win add new and improved ma
chinery for the work that he is doing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

a. +. Gerald. whose time is now
mostly taken up with the Portsmouth
n. II. Electric Road, has been spending
few days at home. The road is pro-
crossing finely and will soon be in run
ming order.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

:, me sioop Tomahawk, from Yarmouth
n. p wa Provincetown. for Providence
~; l., sprung a leak five miles east of
.i,shana Light. at daybreak, Saturday.
s s.,a n.'ilk ~ N haif an hour. Capt; Newell
u, "me' % the yacht. with his crew of two
men. TOOK to their boat, ami landed ~
'rhineH RIVER life saving station. after a
long =. ana hard pull The Tomahawk was
~ ~ ,ss IONS, built at City Island. New York.
blehead o""eo ~ Mar
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

The Shakespearian readings which it
was the intention of IlniverSalist
church to hold have had To be given up
to the great disappointment of the
many who had been anticipating them
with great pleasure.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Sunday was baby day with the cleo
trio road. One car of people carried 10
babies and about every car during the
day carried half dozen or more. 1t
was good thing to give the little ones
a bit of fresh air.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

John Worth and family. who have
been visiting friends in East Nassal-
boro, were in the city, Monday, and
took the afternoon train for Boston,
where they will pass a few days before
returning to their home in Providence,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Prof. A. J. Roberts, from Colby uni
versity, who was the popular instrue-
tor in literature at the summer school
last year, has closed his lectures at the
Newcastle school and will instruct in
Saco during next week.-Biddeford
Record.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Quite a number of the members Of
the Y. p. S. c. f. of the Congregational
church. with invited guests, enjoyed
a boat-ride on the Kennebec, Saturday
evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Clarl1in, the painter, has a crew o
workmen renovating the interior o
the City hotel, and soon the offiffice viii
shine
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

George Cross new steam Lighter,
which has been building on VIM. Moul-
tons wharf in Pittston. was Launched.
Saturday. This boat, which is name1
Fay, in honor of Mr.. Cross little
daughter, is one of the largest, II mol
the largest, of its kind on the river.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

The largest sign ever put up in this
city is the new one of James A. Robin
son x Co. on the Silver street side Of
the firms store. The sign is done in
colors with monogram decorations and
is very handsome. 1t was made by
George F. Davies. the painter, and is a
credit to his skill.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

William Murray. yard master of the
Maine Central at this station, is on a
vacation with his family. He will pass
the time at his old home in Skowhe-
gan and at Hayden lake, Madison
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Mrs. w. A. Farr, Miss Flora Whit
man, Miss Florence Dunn. Miss Ethel
Farr and Evelyn Whitman have gone
to Orr's Island for a few weeks out
in
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Chauncey Height of Charleston Mass
who has been spending a few days in
town, returned home. Monday. His
brothers will remain here during the
summer vacation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20
SKOWHEGAN.

c. A. Merrill of 'Solon. was here, Mon
day.
F. A. Kicker of Pittsfield, passed Sun
day here.
Miss Zaidee Morrison left. Monday.
for Boston.
Miss Annie Roulard is visiting friends
in Shawmut.
Charles Allen of Augusta, was in
town, Sunday.
Henry Percival Of Waterville. was in
town, Monday.
Miss Lila White visited relatives in
Waterville, Sunday.
Mrs. f. p. Page is passing several
days at Squirrel Island.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

The journal will be found on sale
at news stand of w. ID. Spaulding, G..
A. HendrfclsOn. 1O:s Main ST.. COrson
4 kfdder. No. 81 Main ST., md
Gideon Pitcher. No. 30 Water St.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Mr.. and Mrs. George Richardson
who have been spending a few days
at East pond, have returned and the
former is again in his old place in tn
store of Wiggin 4 Nye
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20
JAMES Il. Leigh 4 CO..
HALl.OWEl.I., MAINE

has for many years been the home
sportsmen and the commercial man VI =
In this section Of the State. The hoe1
but a short distance from the bees ~
ponds and hunting grounds in the 49,
The livery connected with the hooe5
ample and the very best. Tho g.
speaks for itself and the terms Ar 81
reasonable. When making plane
your summer outing remember IL .
erset hotel. Geo. H. Clarke. pee0
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Mr.. Melvin Fogg of Bowdoinham. ar
rived home. Monday forenoon. being
called here by the death of his mother,
Mrs. Charles Fogg.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Waterville is at her best just now
and visitors are respectfully referred
to the drives along the Messalonskee,
out around Sunnyside farm. i'm through
the Nudd field and along Morrill, ave-
nj
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

ing. The Hollingsworth x Whitney
company have been waiting for the log
driving company to get the booms
down river in condition to receive this
IAN
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Rev. A. j. Buffam of Auburn. win
meet those who are interested in form.
ing lodge of Good Templars in this
city, in Society hall, this evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

The Islander has been chartered "a,
"Wednesday and will not make the reg
ular trip. The City of Gardiner VIII
take the Islanders place. leaving Gar.
diner at O'Clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Or. and Mrs. W. NJ. Pulsifer of
Waterville. We're the guests of the
formers brother. DIR. r. Fl. Pulsifer,
Sunday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Miss Zadie Phillips and Miss Jose
phine Shepherd of Gardiner, who have
been spending a few days in town. have
returned home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Rev MIR Rhodes preached his last ser
mon, Sunday. before going on his va
cation. The church will be closed
during his absence.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Mr.. George G. Coolidge of Waynea na
Miss Helen |. Fuller of this city wa,
united in marriage. Saturday, July i,
by Rev. c. +. Parsons.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Mrs. DIR. l.. A. Dascombe, Misses MAY
Dasccmbe, Helen Clark and Ethe
5. Walton are passing a few days al
Monhegan.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Frank Cyr of this city, who was 80
badly injured at West Minot, Saturday,
was brought TO this city, yesterday
He lives at the Head of the Falls.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

The express train that was formerly
in charge of the late Conductor r. T..
McIntire was draped in mourning, yes
terday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

r.. III. Penney. for the past few years
in the employ of w. T.. Stewart & Co.
has resigned and entered the employ of
the Elmwood market.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Prof Charles Blanchard of the School
of Oratory Of the Chicago University
Is the guest of Mr.. and Mrs. Rhodes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Willie Murray. Maine GeQkfal axari-
master at Waterville. was III tew n.
Monday, visiting his father, Paul Muir
ray.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

The Y. p. c. u. of the Universalist
church. will hold a lawn party at the
residence of f.. A. Vose on College ave
nue., this evening
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

MRS. *. r. Harmon and little daugh-
'er' FRANCES of Gardiner, have been
spending few days in town the guests
of Mrs. l.. A. Field.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Frank Z. Williams returned from
Bangor, Sunday night. and Monday
afternoon, left for jefferson. N. H..
where he will pass the summer
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Our new schoolhouse is coming on
finely. The frame is up and boarded;
the roof is being shingled, and the
chimney being built.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Hendricks furniture shop is shut
down until September. burlington 4
Pratt are employing only few men.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Miss Annie Dunbar, who passed the
winter in North Carolina, returned to
her home in this city. yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Band concert, tonight. if it doesn't
rain. These concerts are getting to be
the popular thing and many wish there
was one every evening
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Benjamin Vaughan returned to Bs.
ton, Monday. after passing few dau
in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Mrs. Bert Shea went to Norridee.
wock, Monday, where she will VII,
relatives for n short time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

CoL Charles f. Croker. vice-presi-
dent of the Southern Pacific Railroad
died at his home in San Mateo. Cal
Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Albert Libby and family of Augusta,
are the guests of Officer Joseph Libby
and family of this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

John Turney of Skowhegan. one of
the oldest lumbermen on the Kennebec
was in the city, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

H. T.. Wyer. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace
Hill and Joseph Sawyer are spending
a few days al Unity pond
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

S. b. Brewster of Newport, r.. /.
former proprietor of the Brewster
House. passed Sunday here
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

VAUDEVILLE.

Journal telephone number for Water
vile Is 34.2.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

And that fountain still is dry. 1t is
of no use to anyone in its present con-
dition.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

G. Fred Terry, manager of the Saw
yer Publishing Co, is on an extended
trip in the West.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Mrs. william York and children re-
turned nome. Saturday, after spending
several weeks with her parents in
stockton Springs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Mrs. William Holbrook. Mrs. f. /.
Dunton and son. Willie. are at Old Or
Chard a few weeks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20
SOUTH GARDINER

A. G. Borehardt and SON passed Sun
day at the Islands.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

inc journal In ON sale mt Wing'a
bax"nr. Madison Avenue and
also af Bixby X bucks, IS Water St.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

There will be an ice cream sale on the
church lawn, this afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

w. w. Brewer arrived from New
York, Saturday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Work on the log jam at the railroad
bridge will be begun, tomorrow morn
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Miss Aimee Gallert is visiting her
friend, Miss Sylvia Engel of Bangor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Melvin Emery. who is employed in
Gardiner, spent Sunday at home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

]. Harvey White and his guest, Mr.
Dadnum of Boston, have returned t.
that city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Henry Crowell of Canaan. was here.
Monday. and took the morning train
for Mouse Island.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Dr. w. II. Turkey of Albion, was in
the city for short time, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Mrs. j. p. Merrill and two childrel
have returned from Dexter, where the,
visited friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

MIS-. Marion Leslie of Waterville
was IN town. over Sunday, visiting hel
sister, Mrs f. " Stevens.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

viii Couvett of Augusta, is visiting
friends in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20
HALLOWELL.

Miss Helen Summer went to Scarln,,
Beach, Monday. for a visit.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20
OAKLAND.

Walter WEIGH spent Monday, in Madi-
son.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Mr.. and Mrs. Frizzell and two chill
ufeh OF Lynn. Mass, are the guests of
Rev. and Mrs. Nj. N. Reed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Prof. A. l.. Lane and family are a
Ocean Park, for the summer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

F. w. Clair and A. Halde passed Sun
day at Old Orchard.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Judge w. c. Philbrook was in Au-
gusta, on business, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Harry Holmes Of Gardiner spent
Sunday at home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Rev. j. w. Sparks is on a bushes!
trip to Bar Harbor for a few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

MISS Ethel Cram of Augusta, is visit
ing friends in town for a few weeks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20
FAIRFIELD.

Fred Allen and Walter Waite were in
Unity. Sunday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Attorney General Haynes was called
to Bangor on business, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Howard Hanscomb of Auburn, is the
guest of Mrs. Dunbar of Temple place
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Mrs. 4. G.. Fields and daughter are
visiting friends in Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Miss Morrill, of Winter street, has
gone to Old Orchard for a few weeks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Mrs. Arthur Sampson of Lewiston, IS
the guest of her mother, Mrs. John
Turner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Dr. NJ l.. Damon and mother, Mrs.
Damon returned. Monday, to their
nome in Pittsfield, after spending a
week in town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Hon. S. S. Brown went to Augusta.
yesterday. on business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

MRS. w. w. Kelley has returned to
fairheid, after spending week with
friends in this place.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

). Il. Newhall has returned to town.
after spending few days in Farming
ton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

The board of health has it's hands
full.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

DR.. F. G. Thayer was called to Ban
gor professionally, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Miss Emma Collins is visiting rela-
tives a few weeks in Phtsfeld and
Dexter,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

F. A. Wing is on a business trip to
Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Y. i. Wells. Jr.. of Belfast, passed
sunday here. the guest OF friends
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20
GENTLY As A Whisper
We would like to gently whisper
20 O a L.

in your ear and say that is the time to leave us
your order; that during the slack time we can de-
liver in small light loads you wish and stow it away
with care--and as we guarantee the price, quality and
that the Coal will be we'll screened everything
favors early orders. Gently as whisper order your
Coal of Dingley & Decker Gardiner, Me-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Miss Grace Walker is visiting rela-
tives and friends in Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Mr. and Mrs. Smith s. Randall of
Augusta, We're in town. Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

l.. G.. Salisbury passed Sunday in
Watsrville, the guest Of friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Mr.. and Mrs. l.. Fl. Goodwin of Hart
land, passed Sunday in town
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Mrs. r. c. Emery of Portland, is the
que st of relatives in town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

f. c. Herrick. Colby '9S, is preach
ing, this summer. at Canaan.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Mrs. f. p. Page is passing several
days at Squirrel Island. s
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Miss Lila White visited relatives in
Waterville, Sunday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Henry Percival Of Waterville. was ir
town, Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20
Augusta, Maine.

- - :, po,,,ana Sc tho
~ r. uerrick colby ,0S is preach
inc tbis summer. AT Canaan.
~, 80 -
'''''"'
Mis-. Grace Walker is visiting rela :
Mr. and Mrs. Smith s. Randall of
Augusta, We're in town. Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-07-20

Charles Allen of Augusta. was in
town, Sunday.
The times., 1897-12-21
The Pension scandal.

The New YORK sun, in ;ts edition OF De-
cenbei 20. devoted its whole first page to
presentation of the abuses through w hch
the netionai pts.sion list is made to cover
more names hy several thousand than there
are SURVIVORS of the war, aud ii is Well
veterans do not receive or ask for pensions
i-ecause they do not need them.
According ta afs >tatenent published in
the sun. which, q si1ald be horne in mind.
being robbed through the pension systeln-
The rolls show that 976,014 persons ;.Ie
on the rolls, aud Of these there are 6, 400
nore ''sur gtvors' than it is estimated haze
survived. Last year o4,o72 ciaimants for
pes sions were added TO the list, anu 5Ts,-
0S9 are appealing for pensions or increases
of pension Among these claimants the
survivor" element not hitherto pension
ed is stated at 1S7.500. So, if we may
selIeve the figures, there are nearly 2oo,-
900 more survivors of the waI THAN
We're in il. aecsrding to census and OTHER
Government estimates and statistics
|. How these .parodoaicai things can ex
ist is not plain, although in part compre-
hensible. There mast have been a guod deal
of perjury; of~people claiming disability
who were not Disabled; of good politics
and sound business methods.' and then
there are the soldiers home widows, who,
according to the reports of successive COIN
sioners, as innocent maidens hover around
the soldiers homes, entrap the unwary
octogenarian Veterans and marry them
Once that is done the ladies in question
only have to wait tor the happy release
of Their ancient lovers. TO be pensioned
for life Is would be ungallant to elaborate
this phase of the question; but in all
respects it is avery serious one. When
we reflect that annually We are spend
ing about our internal revenue receipts, or
the equivalent of what it costs the German
Empire &C maintain an army of 100000
men. ON our pension list, IL is ritally
evident that we should provide against
any ilIegiiimate increase of the nation :
bounty, AID certainly to see that what
we are paying out goes to deserving
persons.
1t cannot be doubted that this matter
will have TO be Investigated. and the rolls
purged # rlany names of those whose
services or disabilities do not come within
the letter or spirit of the several laws Oh
the subject. but who, without right or
merit, have become the stipendiaries of a
generous people.