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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07
No Occasion for Surprise.

Those who believe the world pro-
crosses may get little comfort from
looking over the list of those who votel
against the treaty. Surely progress
would reduce the number by eliminating
some of the senatorial misfits. But
those Who believe in the increasing de-
generacy of the Senate will find little
to comfort them. However, one thing
is certain, the friends of international
arbitration have reason to be proud of
it's friends in the Senate. We do mo-
by this intend to convey the idea that
there were not honest, intelligent and
patriotic men in opposition for there
were. Some of those who have claimed
to be friends of the measure got away
from the test when the vote was taken
reliable correspondents not a few OF
those who voted for the treaty did so
in response to the sentiment of their
constituents rather than according to
the dictates of their reason.
1T is not surprising that the sentiment
for arbitration has lost ground in the
Senate. The attitude of England to-
ward Crete and the Transvaal, her sell
fish disregard for the Armenian mas
sacres, for which she paved the way
when years ago she prevented solely
for selfish reasons the dstintegration
of the Turkish empire, these chapters
in. recent history not yet concluded
have not been such as to elicit warm
impulses of friendlness on the part of
those who compose our government.
1t probably was also known to the
senators that England would. as recent
dispatches say she has, refuse to unite
with us in perfecting some sort of ade
quate protection for our seal herds, con
corning which one arbitration was de-
plorably inadequate. With these facts
in mind, wildly impressed there by re-
cent occurrences. and with the feeling
! that Great Britain consented to arbi-
| tration in the hope that it would
F! strengthen her influence in the Euro
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07
A WRIT OF ELECTION.

To, the mayor and aldermen of the sew
cral cities selectmen of the seVeral
towns and assessors of the seVerai
plantations in the Third Congressional
District greeting:
Whereas, a vacancy now exists in the
representation of this State in the Con-
sgress Of the United States by the death
of Hon. Seth l.. Milliken. member from
the Third District. and,
Whereas the constitution of the United
States and the law of this State provide
that whenever vacancies shall occur III
the representation in Congress. the Gov
ernor shall cause precepts to issue to the
mayors and aldermen of the several
cities, selectmen of the several towns.
and assessors of the several plantations
within the district in which the vacancy
IS directing and requiring them to cause
the inhabitants of their respective cities.
towns and plantations, qualified therefor,
to assemble and give their votes for a
representative in Congress to fill such
vacancy you are hereby, in the name OF
the State of Maine. required, in the man
ner in which the law directs the calling
of meetings for elections. to notify ana
warn the inha bitants of your cities, towns
and plantations aforesaid, duly quaiiiied
to vote for representatives in the Legls-
lature of this State, to assemble on the
third Monday of June, A. ID. 1897, being
the twenty first day of said month to
give their votes in said meetings for a
representative to the Congress of the
United States from said Third District.
And you, the said mayors, aldermen,
selectmen and assessors, an. conducting
said election and in making your records
and returns of the same. are hereby di-
rected to fully comply with all the pro
visions OF the law of the State of'Maine,
relating to the election of State and
county officers, and known as the Austria
liam ballot law.
Given at the Executive Chamber in
Augusta, this twenty-thrd day of
April, in the wear of our Lord one
thousand, eight hundred and ninety
seven, and in the one hundred and
twenty-first year of the independence
of the United States of America.
LLEWEUI.YN POWERS.
BY the Governor:
BYRON BOYD, Secretary of State.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07
An Excellent Appointment.

The announcement of the appoint
ment of Judge A. r. Savage of Auburn
to the supreme bench, will be read with
general satisfaction by the people of
Maine The appointment is a strong
one
Judge Savage has long been recog-
niZed as one of the ablest lawyers in
Maine. He IS scholarly in his instincts
and attachments, close and logical
thinker. and has shown in his distin-
sguished public career, not only marked
ability, but an eminent sense of fair
ness that conspiciously fits him for the
eXacting and responsible duties of his
new Office. For a number of years he
has been the recognized head of the
Androscoggin bar. He has enjoyed a
very extensive practice, and his
splendid physique and methodical
habits have given him a capacity for
hard work, possessed by few men in
the State.
He has host of friends all over
Maine who will be pleased to hear OF
the merited recognition that has been
accorded him by Governor Powers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07
An Admirable Selection.

The naval affairs committee, always
one of the most important, has since
the beginning of the rehabilitation of the
navy assumed still greater importance
The choice of Senator Hale as chair
man of that committee on the part OF
the Senate is one calculated to crafty
Maine people. This State has been ably
and prominently represented on thai
committee (Mr. Boutelle has long beer
a leading member Of it, and its chair
man on the part of the House in tbs
51st and 54th Congresses) and her peo-
pie are deeply interested in its work
No senator is better qualified fer tht
place than is Mr.. Hale. Indeed al
things considered we can think of non,
who in degree equal to the senator from
Maine would bring to that position tn.
conspicuous abilities united With th,
long congressional experience and thor
ough knowledge of affairs, POSSESSED
by Mr. Hale. In the committee his
eminent qualifications as business
man will be of great value. Moreovel
upon the floor there are few if any who
would equal him in ability to secure tn,
endorsement of measures approved 10y
the committee. 1t is in all respects {
most admirable selection.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

representative could go for assistance Or
support. feeling that If opposed IL Womb
DE from an honest conviction as a man
rather than allegiance to party.
j Will he a source of conpraftiIa,io, Z,
his place can be filled by one as worm,
as himself 10 receive the confidence and
respect of both political parties. Uls
death causes sincere regret among III
who knew him well or were associated
as J nave been, with him for over one de-
cade, and Charleston has also lost a
warm friend and one who was aIwo vs
ready to battle for her Interests.
ALBERT II. MOWRY
democratic postmaster Of Charleston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

When the Popocratic chairman, Sena :
tor Jones of Arkansas, said he heartily
approved of the tax on tea, he said no
more than was to be expected for it was
generally accepted that this duty would
do no more than provide a revenue,
not affording the slightest semblance
favor on anybody or anything save
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

10 JAZZ 4 e. t4 WataT1li hs as ~ Ban
gor. $50 a: M; Arrive Lagrange, sis IA, 4;
Iron Works. $40 A. NJ; Norcross, $50 A.
NJ; Sherman. 1858 A. M: Island Falls.
l1.20 A. Nj Smyrna Mills. n.55 A n:
Houlton, 1920 P. n; Bridgewater, Lis P:
p. M: Fort Fairfield. $50 p. NJ: Dover
s a Eonscn ,sis rs ~ Id
Leave Portland; R.5o 7; NJ; Aysusts
R E s M NJ; W Aar,ye ss;ox s' s Sfnf
island Falls. SOS p. n: Houiton. iaN p.
LEAVE Bangor. az A, n; Arrive D.
so a; n; Monsoon. lois 4 u; Green
Vie IEA We Bangor "a az 4pPM.
ARRIVE Dover and Foxcroft. III Z.
M; Guilford, 7.39 p. M: Monsoon June
lion, 7.5e P. NJ; Greenyille. SIS P. \.
Junction. 100 4. M; Guilford. Jill 4. "A
vile; 7l5 4. NJ: Lagrange. sss A. n.
LEAVE Fort Fairfield. SIS A: n; Car.
thou, 6.10 A. M: Presque Isle. $40 A. n;
Houiton. $50 A. NJ. Ashland. 7.oo A. Nj
4: NJ; Island Falls, $50 A. N: sherman.
vile, l1.4O A: M; Arrive Bangor. IN T;
y NV w2 Periland Is E n n Augusta ="
LEAVE Caribou, 11.4 A; ~; Presess
Isle, 1l.s5 A. NJ; Fort Fairfield. nlo 4
p. NJ; Ashland, $50 A. M: Masardis 1on
7. NJ: Smyrna Mills. LIS p. NJ; Island
Falls, 2.15 p. M: Sherman. 20 n;
NJ /. Lagrange. 614 p. M. Greenville. -
z. NJ; Monson. $40 P. M. Guilfor6. ~
r NJ: Dover and Foxcroft, llt n;
Sebec, 43S =. M; Arrive Bangor. 81 Z:
NJ; Waterville, 1000 p. M: Augusta. laU
p. NJ: Portland. 140 A. n.
GEO. NJ HOUGHTON,
Gen'l Pass. and Ticket AgooS
y. W. CRAM.
v. p. and General Manage:
Wsosar Oct l. 1879 tuly161u
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07
A PROCLAMATION.
By the Governor.

The statutes of our State wisely declare
that the Governor shall annually set apart
a day in the spring as Arbor Day, for the
planting of trees, shrubs and vines
Shade trees and shrubs add much to the
beauty of our cities and villages and ta
the comfort and elegance of our homes
To the end that their planting should be
encouraged by concentrated action. this
day has been established. l therefore
appoint Monday. the tenth day Of May
next. to be observed as Arbor Day, and
recommend that all the people of oui
State show commendable zeal in pro
noting the objects for which this day !:
designed. by devoting the Time to plant
ing ornamental trees and shrubs along
their streets. in public parks and other
places and around their homes.
GIVEN at the Executive Chamber, in
Augusta, this thirty-first day of
March. in the year of our Lord one
thousand eight hundred and ninety
seven. and of the Independence of the
United States of America the one
hundred and twenty-first.
LLEWELLYN POWERS.
BY the Governor,
BYRON BOYD. Secretary of State.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07
DISTRICT CONVENTION.

The Republicans of the Third Congress
sional district will meet in convention IN
CITY HALL. WAIERViLLE, o y,
WEDNESDAY,. MAY 18th. 1897 at II
n clock a. M. for the purpose of nomi-
mating a candidate for representative to
Congress to fill the vacancy oceasioned
by the death of Hon. Seth l.. Milliken,
and to transact any other business that
NAV properly come before them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

THROUGH TRAINS,
GOING VESTED A. NJ. for Lewiston.
Pennington Rangeley. Rockland. Port
land Brdgton. Boston and Montreal 10 10
A. VI. Daily for Brunswick, Lewiston
Portland and Boston. week days con
meets also for Pennington, Phillips
Rangelcy, Carrabasset. Rockland, Mont
real Toronto and Quebec; 3.Gj and 80 =
NJ texpress) for Brunswick Bath Lew
lston. Portland. Boston: 100 =. NJ. might
Pullman every night for Lewiston
Bath. Portland and Boston: 10 A. NJ
Portland and Boston.
GOING EAST-1.50 A. VI. might ex-
press for Skowhegan. Belfast. Bangor
Bar Harbor. ST. Stephen. St. John Hall
fax and AroostOok county: $40 A. NJ for
Waterville. Skowhegan. Bangor. Vance
bOro. st. Stephen and st. John: 1912 T.
M Tor Wateryille; 2.35 =. NJ. for Bangor
Bar lIarbor. Ola Town and Houton via
y. Il A.: 81 +. VI. for Waterville. oak
hand. North Arson. Bingham. Skowhe-
gan. Belfast. FOXcroft and Greenvile
Bangor, Old Town and Mattawamkeag:
as T. NJ. for Waterville.
SUNDAYS only BIS A NJ and 355 F.
NJ for Watcrvillc and Bangor
The Night Pullman Train leaving at l. 70
\. VI. going east does not connect for
Skowhegan on Monday mornings. or for
Belfast. FoXcroft or beyond Bangor
Sunday mornings.
ACCOMMODATION TRAINS
AUGUSTA TO SOUTH GARDINER.
Sun only
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07
Mothers, Moth.rs,, Mot,..rs,,,

Mas. wissLow's SOOTHING sTgrP has been used IN.
over FIFTY YEARS by MILLIONS Of MOTHERS q,
their CHILDREN while TEETHING. with PERFECT
SUCCESS. IL SOOTHES the CHILD, SOFTESs The
GUNS, ALLAYS all PAIN; CURES WIND collie
and is the best remedy for DfARRHtEA. Sold b.
Druggists In every part the world. BE and asi
Tor Mrs. wnslow's Soothing Syrup" and take n
other kind. Twenty-Five cents bottle. d&wlH
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07
REPRESENTATION.

Each city, town and plantation will
be entitled to one delegate; and for
each 70 votes cast for the Republican
candidate for Governor in 1896. an addi-
tjonaI delegate; and for fraction of 40
in excess of IS votes, an additional dele
gate. Upon the above basis. the repre-
sentation in the convention will be as
follows:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

No notice whatever VIII be taken Of un.
signed communications.
THE JOURNAL CANNOT BE HELD
RE6PONSIBLE for the preservation or
return Of rejected communications.
Address all communications relating to
subscriptions and Advertisements to
BURLEIGH 4 FLYNT. Publishers. Au-
gusta, Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07
A Suggestion TO Jerry.
eastern ArgGs.)

The net result of Jerry simpson ;
craftsmanship up to date is the tighten
ng of the speakers grip upon the House
md the accentuation of the division in
he Democratic side. Perhaps ii would
)c well that Jerry should take a rest for
a hi.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

Now the metropolitans are sorry Il
name for greater New York wasn't
jammed through with the bill.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

Deboe got there from Kentucky IN
time to vote for the arbitration treaty
pnt some Of the senator's already in
Washington didn't get around to vote.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

Rich and poor alike suffer the tor.
lures that come with that terrible plague
Itching Piles. rich and poor alike find in
slant relief and permanent cure in
Doan's Ointment. Your dealer keeps Il.
rn,w&f&Wky
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

The Maine Central Railroad will sell
tickets for one fare for the round trip
to the Third District convention, to be
held in Waterville May II. q
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

Those mysterious men reported as
blowing up the sands of Gloucester
beach with an explosive TO be USED on
the Turks were more likely throwing
dust in the eyes of the reporter
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

Gen. Miles has gone to watch the
war. There is no occasion, however
for the insurance companies to raise
his premiums in consequence.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

A Bath man is having his house
painted the color of his wife's new
dress. It's fortunate for the nerves of
he community that he didn't attempt
to pattern after the eolors in his wife )
new shirt waist.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

SOUTH GARDINER TO AUGUSTA.

Through tickets to California and all
points South and West may be had of f.
H. Walker ticket agent. Augusta. the
only office in Augusta selling via all
routes and checking baggage free of ex-
pense. GEORGE f. EVANS. General
Manager; +. L. BOOTHBY, GenI Pass
and Ticket Agent.
Porrinnd Sent q lNg6.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

It's to be greater. New York and
greater example of municipal compe
tency or incompetency.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

An eminent writer has said that Rus
sia's policy is to keep both Turkey ahc
Greece in a moribund s'ate uii''
some European complication alioroS
her the opportunity to seize what sii'
wants. In thar case isn't Turkey get
ting little too lively and wasn't tha'
reported defeat of the Moslem al Phal
salos most opportune? Surely 50 far il
would seem that events are playing
into Russian hands.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07
Maine Gossip.
Two Little Maids.

; | know Il winsome little maid,
So fair to see
Her face is like a dainty flower.
50 lovingly
She looks upon this world OF ours,
And all who pass,
That sweet content makes beautiful
My little lass.
| know another maiden well,
She might be fair
Her check is like a rose-leaf soft,
Like gold her hair
But an her face Is maTred by frowns.
Her eyes by tears.
For none can please. | dread TO think
OF coming years.
Would you. dear grow TO beauty rare
In thought and deed?
Then learn the lesson these two teach
To those who heed.
And in your heart. as life begins,
Give this truth place:
ris only lovely thoughts can make
A lovely face
Gertrude NJ. Cannon IN St. Nicholas.
The other day ragged newsboS
went to the Portland postoficc and
asked the price Of a box says the Press
He was told it was so much a quarter
Quarter for What2" said he After the
explanation had been duly made and
impressed. the urchin was asked fol
what purpose he wanted the box
Well" said ne. I've writ letter AMI
want a box to put II in when thy
answer comes"
A Portland physician has been fined
for not reporting case of diphtheria
II .,,.a,,,ol Il, y,,.t.,,,.l -, +l,,+ III. ~,
had not developed sufficiently 20 be dis
tinguished from tonsilitis Whatever
the merits of this particular cas-. may
be the evident determination Of the
Portland authorities to thoroughly en-
force the law is highly comnendable.
Neighborly amenities between TIVE
Portland families of tortoise-sheu cat.
are at a discount One OF the mother
cats now breaks the peace by persis
tently stealing her neighbours brood ant
putting them with her own kittens
This is holly resented by the despoilet
mother. and the former friendly rela
lions are sadly strained.
Bad-leggy Brown of Bucksport. is a
Bangor in trouble for misappropriatior
of a horse or horses. Looks as if thai
might stick to him.
More than two years have passet
away since the sudden and peculiar
disappearance Of Mrs. Anna Spaulding
and still her disappearance remains a:
-eta h.
East Stoneham correspondent of tn.
| oxford County Advertiser. She has
vanished from our sight and knowledg,
as effectually as if the earth had sud
denly opened and closed over her NOR
tai body, and then resumed its natura
appearance. OF what avail to us is Al
surmise or conjecture? II throws m
light on the poor woman's unknoN
and possibly terrible fate. We trus
that time may reveal the great wonder
to us in its true light. What became ot
her?
The village improvement societie:
that have labored during the winter Il
raise money are now expected to labor
that it may be expended judiciously.
Bethel people are planning now theJ
have fine soldiers monument
A Bath man is having his hous,
painted the color of his wife's new
dress. It's fortunate for the nerves o
| the community that he didn't attemp
to pattern after the colors in his wife;
new shirt waist.
Paris is pleased at prospects of city
water privileges for the village.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

Bethel people are planning now they
have fine soldiers monument
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

The village Improvement societies
that have labored during the winter to
raise money are now expected to labor
that it may be expended judiciously.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07


the treasury of the govern
ment. OF course Jones co"'o
consistently endorse that, but announcer
nhase OF the matter comes to light
which may shake Jones adherence -
is now said that this duty VIII heip y
correct a great evil in this way NV
refuse tea that no other country "o"'O
use has been dumped into TINS country
and has been used to adultefate oui
teas and consumption has laieh VI
With duty of ten cents per pouiiu' -
is said. there will be no proflt III iiiipoi
ing the refuse which VIII nave ~ W.
dergo inspection at the custom iiouse'
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

Only voters in the county where the
vacancy exists are eligible to fill vacan-
cies in the delegation of any city, town
or plantation.
In order to participate in the business
of this convention, delegates must be
chosen subsequent to the date of this
call.
The district committee will be in ses-
sion at City hall at 10 O'Clock on the
morning of the convention, for the pur-
pose of receiving the credentials of dele
gates
j. w. BLACK
F. o. VICKERY,
w. II. WILDES.
G.. II. DRUMMEY.
Committee.
Searsport, April q, 1897.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

Paris is pleased at prospects of city
water privileges for the village.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

MAINE CENTRAL RAILROAD.
Arrangement Of Trains in
Effect October 4, 1896.

Passenger trains leave Augusta as
lows.
srHPGTrTH TRAINS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

Bad-leggy Brown of Bucksport. is al
Bangor in trouble for transportation
of a horse or horses. Looks as if that
might stick to him.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

| know winsome little maid,
So fair to see
Her face is like a dainty flower,
50 lovingly
She looks upon this world of ours,
And all who pass.
That sweet content makes beautiful
My little lass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

Searsport, April 27. 1897.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-05-07

Neighborly amenities between two
Portland families of tortoise-shell cats
are at discount. One OF the mother
cats now breaks the peace by persis
tently stealing her neighbours brood and
putting them with her own kittens.
This is holly resented by the despoled
mother. and the former friendly rela-
lions are sadly strained.
Little Falls weekly transcript., 1897-08-20

The Duluth Herald says that the
present condition Of the wheat and
silver markets sustalns the conten-
tion Of the bimetalists. OF course,
most anybody can claim to be a
"bimeta1ist;;" that term Is adopted
by those who want free silver coin
age at 16 to l., by those who want
free silver coinage at q ratio with
gold that is somewhere, near the
commercial ratio; and by those who
want the gold standard: with silver
money AZ q Subsidiary currency.
But the free silverite 18 to 1 fellow.
certainly ibid claim last fall that
wheat would godownein price with
silver, and that wheat would only
advance when silver did. =, With
silver lower now than ever before,
and wheat the highest for i've years,
that statement. and. Argument are
shown to"be false: "A bushel Of
wheat will buy nearly double the
am cunt OF silver it would q few
vears atO. est ~:.o'''''' '','rar
= -