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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

Massachusetts,. whaoh Is an especial
sense has been HawdltA parent state,
VIII feel an especial thrift n natriotic
Pride and gratitude when the nag goes
up over the Gibraltar a the Pacific. !"
Boston journal. =.
With an due respeck ior the interest
whics, Massachusetts. in common with
every state in the Union. feels in the
glorious accomplishment OF Hawaiian
annexation. Maine contends, neverthe-
less. that It has much more claim to
the designation q "Hawaii's parent
state" than Massachusetts or any other
state can show. Luther Severance of
Maine when minister to Hawaii in
lS4s-5S was working for annexation
and at one time it was all but accom-
plished. The services Of John L..
Stevens Of Maine as minister there are
too recent to need mention. and the
present minister. Harold M. Sewall, is
an honored son of Maine. No single
statesman in our history has been more
earnest in his efforts for close union
than was James G. Blaine of Maine.
President Dole of Hawaii. though
born on the islands, is the son Of
Maine missionaries who went from
Hallowell. To be sure. his estimable
Wife is daughter of Massachusetts.
The Hawaiian minister to this country
who signed the treaty of annexation,
Mr.. Hatch, is Maine bred and edu-
Gated man. The first sugar planters Of
the islands were three Maine men.
Messrs. Brinsmade, Ladd and Hooper,
who went from Hallowell about 1885,
and We're SO successful. in their expert
ments that the sugar industry became
the great business Of the islands.
Maine missionaries prominent among
them, Messrs. Dole and Bond of Halo
we'll, carried the light of Christianity
to Hawaii, and from that day to this
Maine men and the sons of Maine men
have been foremost in the religious,
industrial. commercial and political life
of the islands. Certainly in the cause
of annexation the work of Maine men
gives the Pine Tree State more cause
for pride and gratitude than other
states can justly claim.
In the old times Boston had quite
trade with Honolulu. and the New
Bedford whalers stopped there in their
Pacific voyages, but California has
more than taken Massachusetts, place
in Hawaiian commerce. The leading
American statesmen for over half q
century have warmly advocated the
annexation of these islands to the
Union, and in this number are included
the immortal names of Massachusetts,
greatest sons, but Maine will by no
means yield first place to Massachu-
sets in this matter. Though geo.
graphically the most distant from
Hawaii of all the states. Maine has
ever been closest connected with these
islands and most prominent in the
cause of annexation. This was true so
ears ago and it is true today. Maine
More than any other state can claim
the proud distinction OF being the
parent state of Hawaii
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17
STATE NEWS.
KENNEBEc.
NORTH WAYNE.

NORTH WAYNE.
Miss E. G. Wing of Boston, is at W. N!
Taylors. p"1
Fred Roderick of waterville. is at L.
p. Maxim's.
Taylor's to remain during the week.
H. X. Carter Of West Pennington. has
been stopping in town the past week.ivG
Mrs. c. NJ. Nelke OF Lewiston is visit
ing her parents and will be present at the
centennial.
Mrs. n. A. HUH and little daughter.
are visiting her sister, Mrs. George Wat
son of F1tchburg, Mass.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. P. Stevens and son.
Carl. are expected here to spend the week
with his mother. Mrs. NJ Stevens.
The approaching centennial of the town
creates general interest and many of its
citizens are entertaining visitors and
more are coming every day to participate
in the pleasures of the occasion. Among
those who are expecting friends are W.
Jennings and w. NJ. Taylor
CROSS HILL.
Mr.. and Mrs. D. w. Parker of Cam
bridgeport, Mass. are at ]. F. Farwelrs.
C. F. Crosby and son, are doing a fine
piece of carpenter work on the buildings
of o. d. Gardner.
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Rhodes and Mas
ter Freddie Of Augusta. were in the place,
Sunday afternoon.
Miss Eva Norris who has been visiting
her aunt, Mrs. c. B. Tobey, returned to
her home in Lynn. Mass. last week.
William Mills of South China, and his
brother, Horace, from the western part
of the State were on the "Hill," Friday.
Miss Alice Getchell of Riverside, and
the Misses NOVEL; Of Waterville, called
noon.
Ben Hussey of Windsor and Faunce
Pierce Of Augusta. were on the "Hill,'
Thursday. looking after sheep. They
bought several fiocks.
Miss Haley and friend of Wilmington,
Mass, are at Smith Robbins Miss Ha-
ley is a granddaughter of the late Robert
Austin. who formerly lived on the "Hill."
C. H. Warren of Fairfield, was here
Thursday on his wheel. While climbing
the hill near Henry Austin's, a little dog
of Orison Warren's bit him auite severely
on the calf of the leg.
Constable Charles Gates of East Vas
salboro, was at the town clerks office
Saturday evening, and drew Edwin C.
Getchell of Riverside. as juror to serve
at the September term of court.
E. w. Whitehouse had carpenters from
Augusta repairing the buildings on the
Pierce place, last week. This place was
formerly occupied by the late Doctor Oh
liver Prescott and used to be the finest
place on the 'Hill."
EAST vASSALBORO.
Mrs. William Dole has arrived for the
summer at her home in town.
J. w. Estes of Pasadena, Cal. was a
guest at James C. Pierce's recently.
The M E. Sunday school will hold their
annual picnic at Oak Grove, Vassalboro,
Wednesday,
Elmer Butterfield Of Providence. r. l.,
is spending his vacation with his par
ents, Mr.. and Mrs. J. Butterfield.
c. A. Abbott, William Dale, H. A. Priest
and families, Mr.. and Mrs. Dodge and
others. spent Saturday on the shore OF
the lake at the Perkins cottage.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

There is no medicine equal to the
atmosphere of home. Out of 100 sick
cavalrymen who boarded the Gate City
at Santiago, all but 40 had recovered
before the ship reached Montauk-such
is the magic work of ocean breezes and
the thought of being homeward bound.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

Now that the war is over, Spanish
officers are paying many high tributes
to the bravery of American soldiers, as
shown in the battle before Santiago.
These officers declare they never saw
such fighting before, and they certainly
have no desire to see it again.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

Uncle Sam not only has to look after
his own soldiers. but he must feed the
poor and relieve the needy in Cuba.
But he Is rich and can afford to keep
from starving those to whom he has
given the priceless boon of liberty.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

1t looks as though somebody had
slandered the fighting qualities of our
Cuban allies. General Howard found
400 wounded men in Garcia's hospital.
He believes that the Cubans are good
fighters-and this kind Of evidence is
difficult for the fiercest Of Cuba-haters
to contrOVert.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

The LIST Vermont going from Chicka
manga to Fort Ethan Allen to re-
cuperate? Lucky Green Mountain
boys! Now il the war department will
only be equally considerate Of the i'm
peratiye needs Of the LIST Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

President Mckinley says that he
hopes to have the treaty of peace made
and ratified before next Thanksgiving
day. What a. Thanksgiving day it
will be for the country.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

So they have raised the American
flag over the highest peapfEHawaii,
Well, no place is too hie DO good
for Old Glory, these d.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

Yes, the coming of peace spoiled the
prospect Of many a good fight. but the
boys must remember that peaceA Is
what we We're fighting for.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

The Portsmouth Spaniards now ex-
pect to go home along with the other
summer visitors to the coast.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

Maine cities and towns are making
out lists Of their voters who are In the
army. so that the boys can vote, Sep
TENDER II. wherever they may be.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

The boys who. enlisted for the war
fail to see the fascinating side of army
service in time of peace.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

Would that the whole nation could
witness that naval review of our vic.
toriOus fleet.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

BlancO and Augustin seem to be
cutters of the worst kind.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

quency on the farm. Cuts, bruises, stlnHu.
sprains. Dr.. Thomas' Eclectric OIL ~
lieves the pain instantly. Never aate
without 1t. AKA u
NV, fri& wky,tf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

Wnlcn mas IL nSS growing upon II.
Phillips Photographs: 1t is notice.
able that Franklin county Prohibition
lists at their recent convention nomi-
mated for every Office excepting that
of county attorney. Can 1t be that
every-No. impossible!
William Jacobs. bow lookout on the
steamer City Of Bangor, reports a
novel experience while on recent
about midway between Monhegan and
Seguin a whale followed alongside the
steamer and as William tells it: He
watched his chance and came up close
to an blowed. an wet me all over.
do believe he's the same cuss as done
the same thing two years ago."
Chickamauga has been q fatally I'M
healthy spot to many OF our young SOL
diers,as half a score of bereaved Maine
families well can testify. But 1t is a
familiar axiom that what is one mans
meat is another mans poison, and
some men have actually benefited in
health from their life OF soldering.
Musician John Timmons Of the First
Maine writes to a Portland friend that
he is all right, and has gained Is
pounds since he left Portland. Tim
mons was young man Of slight
physique, and. on the day of the de-
parture of the troops for Augusta, was
so overcome with the heat and excite
ment that he tainted away in the cars.
Prof. A. C. Rich of Auburn is show
ing his friends a one pound armor-
piercing projectile, which was recently
sent to him from Lynn, where 1t was
manufactured. 1t is the sort common
ly fired from torpedo boats. 1t is little
less than four inches in length and
about an inch in diameter. The pro-
jectile is hollow for the introduction
of dynamite or some other explosive.
Its point is as sharp as needle. A
band of copper about half an inch in
width. and slightly larger than the
projectile. encircles it just back of the
center. This is to prevent the wearing
away of the barrel of the gun by the
friction of the hard steel. All of these
projectiles are tested before they are
delivered to the government. As test
they are shot through five inches of
armor steel at a distance of 80 yards.
The steel of which the projectiles are
made is so hard that they come out
perfect IN form after passing through
the five inches of armor plate.
Portland Sunday Times: Now that
the war is over the Maine troops at
Chickamauga ought to be sent North
Immediately. All reports agree that
their condition is alarming. A con-
siderable per cent are in the hospital.
and many more ought to be there. II
the regiment remains at Chickamauga
the prospect is that all Its members
will be incapacitated. To keep these
men longer at Chickamauga would
seem to be inexcusable neglect of the
very plain dictates of humanity.
Bath Enterprise: Our troops might
as well be gotten away from that in
fernal camp at Chickamauga before
half of them die of typhoid fever. If
they could be sent North and divided
into smaller camps, with decent water
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

Auburn hatchery came near dying IN
July from q fungus growth which ap-
peared on them. and which IL dan
gerous foe to the successful rearing Of
young fish. rays the Lewiston Journal
In the nick Of time. however, Super1n-
tendent Stanley resorted to the salt
baths. The water In the troughs wal
drawn down ana I quantity OF salt
turned in. The nsh were allowed ia
stay In the salt water only short
time. The time could be seen by study
ing the department Of the fish who
would rise to the surface minus the
fungus growth when the fresh water
was allowed to run into and out OF the
troughs again. II was rather q harsh
measure but saved the lives of thou
sands Of fish who seemed doomed to
die young. Generous amounts Of salt
have been used this summer and WITH,
excellent results Each pond and trough
Is supplied with q small water wheel
for purifying the water. Beside being
useful the wheels are an attraction vt
the grounds.
A Gardiner man whose business
takes him occasionally to Aroostook
recently secured q little baby bear in
that region and brought 1t to his home.
The animal developed into q clever.
playful little chap and became a great
pet. A few months after the bear
came to Gardiner daughter Of Erin
who had been in this country only a
short time, was walking down one Of
the streets. and the cub having run
away from home espied her and run
up to her in playful way, and was
evidently out for a frolic. The poor
girl, not knowing what the thing was.
was frightened Just about to death
and started on quick run down the
street. This was fun for the bear and
he started after her as fast as his
chubby legs would carry him. OF
course the girls terror increased and
she made break into the first house
reached, the bear rushing in after her
in great giee. The girl collapsed In the
middle OF the floor. The lady of the
house took In the situation at glance.
driving bruin out doors and endeavor-
ing to pacify the girl. telling her that
the strange animal was simply pet
and would not hurt any one. The word
pet seemed to bring the girl to her
senses, and Strengthening up she burst
out with, "A pet is It? Shure Its quare
pets you've afther be having in this
country. To hill with Ameriky
pets"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

The veteran flremen Of New Ems.
land, 1000 strong will assemble at Port
land, tomorrow, and 1t will pe a great
day for thu old fire fighters and the
Forest city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

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bosseecontee lake been no rood. Iarrn
catches OF basa ARE rerorte,s dailv. No.
summer boardera ar much nlea.ed
not only with the good fshing. but De
fine scenery and good air. and. ali unite
In pronouncing Il one Of the best plaHoo
FOR rest and recreation to be fQ9aEm
MAINE. =
NORTH PITTSTON.
George I.ovett ~ rslouc..ter M.
ID ct Arthur Marson'a.
Roy Marson ana sister. Gertrude Of
Boston. Mass, are spending their va
cation with +. p. Morrill,. 80
Miss Hannah Keese Of Mel ~
Mass. will spend her vacation ut Ed-
ward McGusin's in thi4 f6F9
Henru Lawrence and family Of
Chelyfal spenc Vs1da554 se6liing on
friends and relatives N this town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

Ninety reporters are employed in the
gallery of the House of Commons.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

Now beware of the book agent with
the History of the War With SPAIN -
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

Fig trees are not very numerous In
Maine but Dresden lady. Mrs. George
Paris, boasts of one five feet tall
which has II figs growing upon 1t.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

Dewey was too quick for the diplo.
mats.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

For County Commissioner,
JOHN A.. SPEAR OF West Gardiner
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

The battery boys are doing much
less kicking as they begin to realize
they are pretty nicely located. after
all.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17
Maine


Is
That man n the school where the ethics
Professor Of Latin ana Greek.
Can tell OF the way that llfe's battles are
fought,
And fluent the words he will speak.
But Oft he Is thinking OF valleys and
hills.
The forest and meadows sweet charm;
Though high Ii the station today that he
fills,
He once was boy ON the farm.
That man In the church who is preaching
today
with power and with purpose to save
The souls Of the people who listened to
pray.
While gladly his message he gave.
Remembers the lilies that grew in the
The sparrow safe sheltered from harm.
BY the Master that now he is serving 50
we'll:
He once was boy on the farm.
That man who is frst in the halls Of the
state,
And versed in. the laws OF the land,
Beloved by the people with honors $50
great,
His word is power to command.
Looks OF to the mountain. now notified
with green,
Then down at his muscular arm.
And longs but again IN the harvest to
CLEAN:
He once was boy on the farm.
That man who is chief Of our armies to-
day,
Now guarding the lines OF the west.
Though looking with pride on his troops
bright array,
Has love for the farm in his breast,
He thinks of the fields where the daisies
are white.
And signs for the noisy alarm
OF the cock Of the barnyard to vanquish
the night:
He once was boy on the farm.
Ruth Raymond.
A new moon is scheduled for today.
The obnoxious wild carrot now rules
the fields.
A Wells Beach fisherman boasts Of
SO pound halibut.
Grover Is having delightful time
along the Maine coast.
Tomorrow will be the day OF a hun
bred years for Wayne.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

For County Treasurer.
JAMES E. BLANCHARD OF Chelsea.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17
500.

DR.. T.. Detcssn's Anti Disrslle 81
May be worth to you more than ~ e
you have child vino soils bedding frO0
old and young alike. Il arrests ~
trouble Ut once. 81. Sold BY B0ud1teh.
Webster q Co. Druggista Augusta, IA
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

Bucksport thinks that Fort Knox
would be nice place for the LIST Maine
to recuDerate.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17
For County Attorney

GEORGE w. HESELTON Of Gar
diner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

Tomorrow will be the day OF a hun
dred years for Wayne.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

Bath Enterprise: Our troops might
as well be gotten away from that in
fernal camp at Chickamauga before
half of them die of typhoid fever If
they could be sent North and divided
into smaller camps, with decent water
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

Phillips Photographs: 1t is notice.
able that Franklin county Prohibition
lists at their recent convention nomi-
mated for every Office excepting that
Of county attorney. Can 1t be that
eyery-NO imDOSsiblei
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

FIooaoly tue ass' same =. oaSe pal
OF tne season nas ueen p'ayeu Aetv,
ana wintnrops .oot' oaA eea" WIZ
soon De orsaniseu' 49,, -, -
BY recent measurement It Is found
that there Is just Al feet difference be-
tween the levels of Maranocook and
Annabesacook lakes.
Winthrop stores will be closed on the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-17

Grover Is having a delightful time
along the Maine coast.
The San Francisco call., 1898-07-03
SKATER
 ASKED FOR HAS NOT
 STARTED EVEN YET

NEW YORK, July "A Washing ton special to the Herald says: AL though it was thought by officials in the War Department that six trans ports loaded with artillery, infantry and horses for the cavalry left Tampa on June 30 information has been re- ceived here to the contrary.
 Shortly after Major-General Shafter arrived In Cuba he wired to the Gov ernment for additional batteries of ar tillery. These he considered were nec- essary in the campaign before Santi- ago. The artillery force at Tampa, un- der command of Brigadier General Randolph, was supposed to have left for Santiago on June 30, but now 1t is known 1t will not leave until some time tomorrow. Only one regiment, the Illinois, h@s as yet left Tampa to re-enforce General Shafter
 The delay in geti- the artillery force off to Santiago seems to the army off, cers in Washington to be most unac- countable. It seems, according to a dispatch received from Tampa, that the delay is partly due to the English crews on the transports.
 It will now be impossible for this ar tillery force to reach Santiaeo before Tuesday of next week. By that time, it is hoped, Santiago will have fallen.
The San Francisco call., 1898-07-03
LAST MOMENTS OF
 THE HEROIC GRIDLEY
"The Battle of Manila Killed Me, but Would Do It Again if
 Necessary"

ERIE, Pa, July 2-The first authen- tic details surrounding the last mo- ments on earth of Captain Charles V. Gridley have been received here in letter from Paymaster Gait, who had been assigned to care for the invalid and to bring him home. The letter states that Captain Gridley had been III for several weeks before the fight and arose from a sick bed to assume his duties on that glorious day. He remained on duty continuously, though suffering from a rupture, which was so aggravated that frequent hemorrhages occurred.
 After the battle he was ordered home The band of the Olympia played 'Auld Lang Syne" as the commander left his ship, never again to return.
 On the Coptic, en route to okohama, the ships surgeon informed him that the hemorrhages would result in death. The captain, with unshaken fortitude, replied:
 The battle of Manila killed me, but I would do it again if necessary"
 Twenty-four hours before death en- sued he iapsed into unconsciousness, after sending loving messages to his wife and children