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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
THE LATE FRANCIS KNIGHT.
Something About the Life Of Hermit Recently
Found Dead at Wayne.

Winthrop. Feb. ls.-(SpecialD = There
has been much written in regard to the
singular life of Francis Knight. the her
nit of Wayne. who was found dead at
his home Il few months ago.
The man lived entirely by himself for
many years and had many ways and
IDEAS which were considered most unac-
countable. He was II monomaniac- on the
subject of distrust for his fellowmen; al
lowing his cattle to be sold for taxes be-
cause he would not be involvedin dealings
unfairly. For many years he would take
no money except gold and even that he
would not accept unless it agreed in color
exactly with a certain coin which he
thee was full fledged gang of counter
feters at North Wayne village, and he
proclaimed that there was not single
honest man in the world. 1t has been
said by some that this state of mind was
brought about by an early disappoint-
ment in love, but this proves to have
been merely d surmise and entirely I'm
true.
We now have the history of this man $
early life and the circumstances which
brought about his monomania. from his
brother and only surviving relative. Mel
son Knight. one of the most highly re-
spected citizens of Winthrop.
Mr.. Knight said: My brother Francis
when he came to Wayne to take charge
promising and bright young man. and in
New Gloucester where he had lived for
several years he was active in religious
and social affairs. He never had indi-
Gated the slightest signs whatever of an
unbalanced mind
But that year he took a contract to
build a schoolhouse at North Wayne and
that is where the trouble began. With
the oral promise of the school board to
make it all right he deferred the erecting
of the building to accommodate the
school district but afterwards was held
by them to his written agreement and
thus was-or he believed he was-unjust-
ly deprived of Il large sum of money.
sum of money at least so large as to set
him back financially for life
Before that time" Mr.. Knight said.
my brother had the most simple and
absolute trust in the honesty of every
one. SO that this came upon him like a
sudden blow. He dwelt and brooded upon
it till ii unsettled his mind.
Certainly the above is II remarkable
case. The persons concerned are all dead
now. and we do not pretend to pass on
the facts concerning the schoolhouse af-
fair. but this is very certain: it was the
belief that he was wrOnged at that time
which made the man the rccluse and
hermit that he was: and turned the cur
rent of his life from prosperity and use
fulness. to a bitter and lonely existence.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
AUGUSTA MAINE. FRIDAY MORNING. FEBRUARY l9.
OXFORD cRlialsALs SENTENCED.
Convicted aad seatisess Imposed By Judge at
South patis, Thursday.

- (
South Paris. Feb. 1s.-In the oxford
supreme court. today. the following
criminals We're sentenced: Fred
Walker of H(t1el, pleaded guilty to
larceny. six nt6nths In the county Jail;
Edward A. Kennedyo of Rumford Falls,
pleaded guilty to larceny. four months
in the county Jail: Willie f. Brooks of
-Ixford, nolo contendere, cancelling
mortgaged property, go days in the
county Jail. Both traverse juries have
been discharged. Court will probably
close, tomorrow
The Brown-Seavey alienation case
was given to the jury at South Paris,
about p. NJ, Wednesday. The charge
of the court was very able and i'm
partial presentation of the matters at
Issue and the law applicable to the
case. The jury was out nearly all
night. Thursday morning, it returned
a disagreement. In Monk VS.. Davee,
where the jury returned verdict for
defendant, plaihtiff has filed a motion
for a new trial. and the action will go
forward to the law court. The fol-
lowing additional, divorces have been
decreed: Dora d.. Brady OF Norway
from johnson Hrady of Poland for
cruel and abustye treatment. and
Betsey A. Nealaof Milton plantation
from William JsNeale for cruel and
abusive treatment and non-support
George Booth, who was indicted for
larceny. plead snolo contendere. On
account of his tender age. sentence in
his case was suspended. Jerry Bon
,,ll,- i,,l;cta1 ot4b;c to,-,,, fn,. ad,,ltrx,
paid fine of SID.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
ALnosr RIOT.


Topeka, Kansas. Feb. 17.-There was al-
most a riot In the House of Representa-
tives, Wednesday morning, and a repeti-
ton Of the Legislative war Of 1883 Is
threatened. The Republicans and Popu-
lists clashcd and the House became q
mob. The sergeant-at-arms was unable
to guell the disturbance. which continued
an hour. TruebloOd. Pop, moved to refer
the calendar to the revision committee to
have certain bills advanced. The Repub-
leans objected and claimed 1t took two
thirds vote to change the rules. The
POpulists were short of twO-thir1s and
and Speaker Pro Tenn Weilip. who was in
the chair. held that a majority was sum-
cient.
The Republicans demanded a roll call
on the motion. but Weilip refused to
recognize them and 1t was carried by a
yivs v6ce vote. Every Republican mem-
Der jumped up shouting roll call. Troll
call" waving their arms and shaking
their fists at the Populists. The dim was
kept up. for an hour. when WeilipS adj
journcd the House. No blows were
struck. but the trouble is sure to con-
tinuc, Thursday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
IN the HOUSE.
House Votes in Favor Of Contestant Hopkins.
Rep. Of 10Th Kentucky District

Washington. Feb. 1S.-In the House.
Cannon, chairman of the committee on
appropriations, reported the general de-
!iciency bill. stating that he should, to-
morrow, ask the House TO take ii up. and
hoped TO pass 1t before the week was
over. The conference report was agreed
to on the bill prohibiting the playing of
billiards. or any similar game in Il room
where liquors are sold within the limits
of the District OF Columbia. The joint
resolution approrriating 5000 for the ex-
ira expenses of the Senate in connection
with the inaugural ceremony was passed.
Royse. Rep, of Indiana. from the com
mitteo on elections No. ]. addressed the
House on the contested election case of
Hopkins. Rep. VS.. Kendall, Dem. from
the loth Kentucky district. opposing the
recommendation of the majority of the
committee in favor of confirming in his
seat the sitting member. who was re-
curned elected by a vote of l4.Si5 against
i.592 for the contestant. After n long
and ut times heated discussion, Hopkins
was declared elected. 1877 to 81, and was
sworn in as a member.
The House pyoeeedcd with routine bust
ness. taking up bills by unanimous con-
sent. These We're OF no public interest
At 4.So the House adjourned.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
WOOD LOCATED.
Burnham's Alleged Murderer
Is at Moosehead Lake.
Proof Positive is Still Lacking to Fix
tbs Crime Upon Him.
Guide Fred Davis States What He Knows
About The Matter.

Skowhegan, Feb. 1S.-Parties living
in the vicinity. report to County At
torney c. o. Small that Ernest Wood.
charged with the murder of Herbert
Burnham, is now sojourning in the
vicinity of Lily Bay Moosehead lake
Mr.. Small has promptly communicated
with the officers and it is hoped that
Wood may be apprehended.
AS yet no positive proof has been
lodged with the authorities to fasten
the alleged crime upon Wood, and it is
not improbable that Wood can clear
himself of the charge that circum-
stantial evidence has brought against
him. The two men were alone when
the affair happened. Wood on his re-
turn said that a moose had attacked
their canoe, had precipitated Burnham
into the water and that he was then
drowned.
But Woods alleged infatuation en-
tertained for Burnham's wife excited
suspicion among the scattered resi-
dents of the West Branch region. The
searching party who Investigated
found no moose tracks on the banks in
the vicinity Of the place pointed out
by Wood as the scene of the accident:
and soon suspicion was directed so
generally against Wood that he left
the place where he had been stopping.
No especial search has been made for
the man IS his Whereabouts We're too
vague to warrant spending money.
1t has been stated that Guide Fred
Il. Davis has been hunting for Wood.
Mr. Davis sends out the following
statement regarding his connection
With the case:
Il have no desire to discuss the case.
hut would like to say to Expert Pea
lvey. who thinks it easy for a moose TO
| kill man. that the searching of men
ard crews of men, at the place where
Weeds said the moose crossed failed
to reveal even the tracks of a moose.
where the parties having knowledge
said it would be impossible for moose
to cross without leaving tracks. and
further. that Burnham was in the
stern of the canoe and Woods in the
bow.
Il have communicated such facts as
I could ascertain to c. o. Small of
Madison. Somerset's county attorney,
and further referred Mr.. Small to
Commissioner Carleton. a gentleman
with me has written to Commissioner
Carleton and stated facts in regard to
the suspected murder of Burnham. l
| was in no way locking for the man
suspected of numbering Burnfam, but
gave the information to the proper au-
thorities that they might take such
action as they saw fit
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
IN THE SENATE.
Bill Passed TO Extend the Uses Of the Mail
Service.

Washington, Feb. S.--in the Senate tn.
Senate bill TO extend the uses of the mat
service was passed. II authorizes the
use in mails of postal cards and envel-
opes. with coupons attached. patented
and owned by the United States Econo-
mic Postage Association. the postmaster
general to test their practical operation
in one or more cities. and suspend their
use If the test be unfavorable. All cards
and envelopes furnished by the United
States Economic Postage Association are
to be used only for return message. and
they are to have printed thereon. and
upon coupon attached thereto. the adj
dress of the individual. firm, company or
corporation to whom such cards and en-
veiopes are to be returned; and may have
printed upon each coupon such words as
when the card or envelope is delivered to
the address. The Senate went into exc
cutive session. and at 6.35. adjourned I'M
til tomorrow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
KING GEORGE OF GREECE
Will Take The Field in Person i Greece Wit
Undoubtedly Get Crete.

Athens, Feb. 1S.-DcsEite the action
of the Powers in restraining the Greek
troops in Crete from aggressive opera
ticns against the Turks, and the prob
ability that that island will eventually
be handed over to Greece without the
necessity Of her fighting for it's pos
session. the war feeling here is increas-
ing hourly. TIE enthusiasm with
which the reserves responded to the
call fer arms has been fully equalled
by the military order of volunteers
who are ficcking into the city from all
parts. eager to take part in battle
against the Turk.
1t is announced, this morning, that
the King of Greece intends to take
command of the northern army in per-
son, and this report has had the effect
to still further infiame the martial
spirit of the people.
An Indication CT what may be ex-
pected in the way of assistance from
Macedonia in any possible conflict
with the Turks, is shown in the steady
accession of Macedonians to the Greek
ranks. A force of 1000 Macedonian
volunteers in one body crossed the
frontier, yesterday, and Joined the
Greek army.
In reply TO the demand of the diplo-
mats representing the Great Powers,
here that the Greek flotilla commanded
by Prince George be withdrawn from
Cretan waters at; once. NJ. Skouses,
minister of foreign affairs, sent to each
minister note saying the withdrawal
of the flotilla will be impossible until
Crete is completely pacified, and fur
thermore that the Greek government
viii not rescind it's orders to the Greek
forces in Crete to oppose the landing
of Turkish troops upon the island.
Col. Vassor. commanding the Greek
military forces in Crete, has estab-
lished headquarters at COMA and is
making preparations to attack the
town of Selino.
Gcorgi Berovitch Pasha. late Chris
tan governor of Crete, who resigned
his Office and left Canea on Feb. IA, has
arrived at Corufa where he has been
interviewed by representatives of the
press. In describing the situation from
his point of view the ex-governor says
that from the moment of the raising
of the Greek flag in Crete 1t became
plain that the only solution of difficult
ties prevailing in the island was its
union with Greece. In his opinion any
other course will result in a.. bloody
catastrophe.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
THE GREEK FLAG
Lowered from Consulate at
Canea as Powers Ordered,
Yet Greece Seems to Hold the Upper
Hands in Crete.
King George Himself viii Take the Field
With His Troops.

Canea, Crete, Feb. 1S.-Everything
was quiet here. this morning. Tho
foreign marines who are in occupation
OF the town, are still flying their re-
spective flags, but the Greek flag has
been lowered from the Greek con-
sulate in compliance with the notice
sent to the consul by the European
commanders. yesterday.
The Turkish, troops have occupied
fortified positions around the town
with the cooperation of the European
officers. The mutilated corpse Of a
sister of the Russian vice-consul has
been found lying on. the ground at
Halepa. The discovery of the body
has created an intense telling Of indig-
nation among the foreigners here.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
HALlOWELL REPUBLICANS
Renominate Hon. G. A. Stafford as Candidate
for Mayor.

Ha'owell, Feb. 1S.--tSpeciaD.-The Re-
publicans of the city met in caucus al
City hall. this evening. and nominated
Hon. G. A. Stafford for second term for
the mayoralty. Quite a number were in
attendance. Mr.. Saffords name was pre-
scented to the asscmblage by Charles K.
Tilden. and the nomination was made by
reclamation.
Mr.. Stafford in accepting the nomination
thanked the voters assembled for the
honor conferred. and assured them that
if elected he would endeavor to serve for
the best interests of the city.
Ward caucuses for the choice of the
ward officers will be held in the several!
ward rooms. Friday evening.
The Prohibitionists in caucus. Thurs
day evening nominated ]. w. Church for
mayor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
SPARKS FROM MAINE WIRES.

sylvanus Robbins of Green's Landing.
accidentally shot himself through the
heart. Wednesday. Robbins had been dig
ging CLAIMS. His boat got aground and
when Robbins attempted to push the
craft Off into deeper water. he hit a
gun that was lying in the boat discharg-
ing it, The charge entered the mans
heart killing him instantly. Robbins
was IS years old and is survived by a
wife and one child
The water power machine shop at
Biddeford. shut down, Thursday, for
an indefinite time. There are no orders
ahead fer the shop and it is uncertain
when it will again, open. The plant
has been running on short time for
some weeks. and has been employing
only a small crew of men.
Bids were\opened at the office OF Col.
Damrell, L. S. A., Portland, Thursday,
for the building of the battery at Dia-
mond island. Portland harbor. There
were 10 bidders. The lowest were
William Morgan, Trenton, N. j., on
$55O65.2O; and T. W.
Kinser & Sons,F Terre Haute, Ind, on
the wharf and roadway, $10.629.5o.
The Pioneer Dramatic club of Sherman
gave two entertainments recently, to
pay for the clubs stage scenery. The
tr,t., Al
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
ALL ENGLAND WOULD OBJECT.
The Liberation Of crsss Is Favored BY Sir Win.
Harcourt and Others.

London. Feb. 1S.-Sir William Vernon
Harcourt, the leader of the Liberal party.
has sent a telegram to the Liverpool Re-
form Club in which he says: II earnest
~ hope that the government will not en-
ploy the forces of the crown to prevent
the liberation of Crete. Such a proceed
Ing would be universally condemned by
the British nation..
The Earl of Kimberley. who was secre-
tary of state for foreign affairs in Lord
Rosebery's cabinet sent u dispatch of
similar tenor to the club.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19

Gen. John Cleveland Robinson. a vet
eran Of the late war, died at Binghamp-
ton. N. Y. Thursday. Gen. Robinson was
born in Binghampton. April 10. 1877. He
spent three years at West Point. and af-
tanned a commission in the army as
second lieutenant. From this period un-
til 1869, when he retired. Gen. Robins0n
served in the army. rising to brigadier
general of volunteers. In 1872. on the
Republican ticket. he was elected lieu.
tenant governor of New York. He had
been blind for several years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
VIM. Fleming OF Belfast. Dead.

Belfast, Feb. 1S.-(SpeciaD.-W
Fleming j. died suddenly, about 4
o'clock. this afternoon, aged 81 years.
He was a member of the 18th Maine
Regiment. and had lived in this city
for so years. He was riding about
town during the day. He. had been in
the employ of D. 3. Southworth &
Son as hackman for so years. He was
born in Lincoln.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
Maine pensieas.

Ma;a nsh rns;, F haSe k hs following
siOns
Original. John Mains. South Casco: Geo.
3. Bennett. Togus. Additional. Daniel r.
Sawyer. Caribou. Restoration. reissue
and increase. Levi Bean. Bingham. In
crease, Granville b. Jordan. Bridgton:
Eli Andrews, Caribou.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
Maine Pathological socisty's Meeting.

Winthrop, Feb. 1S.-At the evening
meeting of the Pathological Society, A..
S. Grant of Lewiston. spoke on jelly
making. Miss Annie Barrows of Lew
iston, spoke on fruit as food not lux
uries. A good crowd was in attend
ance and enjoyed the essays and the
spicy discussions elected. Good music
was interspersed during the day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
Crstan War Notes.

The Austrian squadron in Cretan
waters has been reinforced and Adj
miral Hinke has assumed command.
Two hundred Paris students have APP
piled at the Greek legation to be en-,
rolled among the troops being sent to
Crete. The offer was declined with
thanks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
oFFlcEseEkess MUST VAT.


Canton. Ohio. Feb. ,1s.-Major Mckinley
passed very comfortable night and was
continues to take good care of himself
and refrains from seeing callers, he will
be in his usual robust health by the first
of next week.
The word has gone forth that Office
seekers must wait till he gets to WASH
inston. The 10 days that remain before
the departure of Major Mckinley are
needed by him for rest. for reflection, and
for the formulation of policies.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
BRAN HEARING POSTPONED.
Judge Colt Indispossd and the cass Gees
Over Till Tomosrow.

Boston. Feb. 1S.-There was no hearing
in the United States district court today.
or the matter of the exceptions OF the
convicted murderer Thomas NJ. Bran,
because Judge Colt, who Is III at his home
in Providence. did not come to the city.
1t is expected that he will be able to at
tend court. tomorrow. Meanwhile the ex-
animation of the defendants draft and
the district attorneys statement Of tho
exceptions will be continued by Judge
Webb.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
The Boston and Boethbay Direct Line.

Boothbay Harbor, Feb. 1S.-President
Drake and Captain Collins of the
Boston & Kennebec Steamship Co., are
here fixing the location of new wharf
to be built for the Boston and Booth
bay direct line
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
AMint 10 Bulaaria Dom Id czar.

sian diplomatic agent has been informed
that the government Of the Gear desires
that the Bulgarians should not help the
Turks. and the Bulgarian authorities
should not allow bands to cross from
their own country into Macedonia to aid
the malcontents there.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
Mason ( Merrill,
Bankers,
90 Exchange St., Portland, Me-,
Offer For Sale:

Mousam Water Co. 1of kennebunk,
Mc.,) LIST Mortgage as.
Rockland, ThOmaston and Camden st.
Ky. list Mortgage is.
Edison Electric Illuminating Co. (ol
Baltimore, Md.,) LIST Mortgage 6's.
Ellicott Square Co. (of Buffalo, N. Y.,)
1st and "a Mortgage Bonds.
RocklaDd Water Go. LIST Mortgage SIS.
Knox Gas and Electric Co. (of Rock
land, Me.,) LIST Mortgage G's.
Bangor and Ar0ostook Il. II. LIST Mort,
gage SIS.
Rumford Falls Lig lit and Water Co
1stMortgage G's.
Consolidated Electric Light Go. (o
Portland,) LIST Mortgage Sc
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19

Daniel Hams. claim agent of the Ma
ticnal Belt Route, was arrested at his
home at Maiden, Mo-. Wednesday. on
a bench warrant issued by the grand
jury Of ST. Louis. It is stated that
Hams is charged with embezzling
$4,000.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
Washinaion forecast.

Washington. Feb. 1S-Forecast for Fri
day: For New England. generally fair.
preceded by cloudy in southern portion
slightly colder; northwesterly winds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
turkey Cans out s4 .ooo Reserr...

Constantinople, Feb. 1S.-The gov
eminent has called cut $4,000 reserves
in the provinces of Broussa and Ire
biZOnd
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
Westbrook Republicans Nominate f..
CIoudman

Westbrook, Feb 1S.-The Republican
mayoralty convention, tonight, NOM
mated Francis y. Cloudman as it's
candidate for mayor
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
. Mayor Gerry Of Ellsworth, f,.nominated.

Ellsworth. Feb. 1S.-Robert Gerry. the
present mayor and the nominee for
mayor of the Populist party. was nomi-
mated by the Democrats in caucus. this
afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19
HOTEL,
Gardiner, NE.
Good Livery Stable and Sample
Rom Connected.
heated by Steam
- AND
Lighted by Electricity.
b. NJ. Bradstreet, Manager.
Rates: $500 per- dag.
Rates: $500 per- day.
FAIR SLIGHTLY COLDER.

Boston. Feb. 1S.-Local forecast for
Friday: Generally fair; slightly
colder; northwest to west winds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19

The other day the owner OF a Bidlc-
ford building shut off the water In one OF
the stores. the proprietor of which was
back In his rent. as the landlord was
shop did not know the water had been
shut Off and having occasion TO use some
and being unable to gel a drop from the
faucet. came to the conclusion that the
pipe was frozen. Going into a neighbour
ing. shop he borrowed q pail OF hot water
and went to work to thaw out the pipe.
When this pailful was exhausted he got
another and repeated the operation for
about an hour, at the end Of which time
one of his neighbors informed him of the
true condition of affairs. Then he got
mad and threatened all sorts of wicked
things against the landlord. He finally
got over his mad, however. hunted up the
owner of the building and paid the rent
and the water was started again.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19

The semi-offlcial Berlin North Ger
man Gazette says the visit OF United
States Senator Wolcott to Chancellor
Prince Ven Hohenlohe was merely one
of courtesy and had no connection
with the question Of bimetallism.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-02-19

The sum of Slol.A pays the fees aud
expenses for defending Marshal Kittridge
in the suit which Mayor Baxter of Port
land brought against him.