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Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-01-21
Especial correspondence.l

The governor then goes on to say that
the remedy for this condition lies in ed
ucation, in making people think. "Be
gone forever the cant that he alone rem
ders service who performs manual la
Dor, or that the foundations of our gov
eminent rest upon muscle rather than
mind" he declarsd. Muscle is cheap;
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-01-21

The Des Moines Typographical union
has movement on foot the motto of
which is: "Make in Iowa what's used
in Iowa" They are making an organ
izedeffort to have the school books used
In the state printed in the state. All
they ask Is commission to investigate
the practicability of doing 80, report
to be made to the next legislature.
These schemes both look to state publ,
cation and state uniformity of school
books, principles which are unanimous
ly opposed by more than nine-tenths of
the educators of this and other states.
In his last report State Superintendent
Sabin goes over the entire school book
question, citing the experience of other
states, and declares very strongly
against state uniformity and state pub
LEGATION of school books, as the plan al.
ways results in very inferior books. be-
cause the stimulus of competition is re.
moved. BE strongly favors free text
books. The question will be discussed
this winter, but no radical Legislation is
expected. State Superintendent Sabin
reports that the present law has worked
with satisfaction in the state and has
resulted In greatly reduced prices.
Plan for Representation.
Mr.. Whelan, of Emmett county, the
chairman of the committee on constitu-
tional amendments in the house, has in
PRODUCED resolution passed last ses-
sion for the submission of constitu-
tional amendment changing the plan
OF representation In the house. II is
proposed that there shall be one mem-
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-01-21
siIyer to the Front.

I, S1IVeF 10 tHe FFont.
I Washington, Jan. 19.-The senate
committee on finance voted Tuesday 10
report the Teller resolution declaring
Tor The payment Of The national bon Is
go
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03
A Word From Seattle.

II. l.. Gray. who went to Seatll"
Wash, from this city some weeks ago
writes relatives here that the city is
densely populated. and that all are
looking Alaska ward. The street scenes
are impressive to the extreme. Men of
all nationalties; some apparently well
tO-dO business men, who have money
enough to withstand every expense tn
be incurred in reaching the gold fields;
others who have arrived at the city
compare lively penniless. expecting
there to find sufficiently remunerativ"
employment to provide funds for pur-
chasing passage and necessary equip
mcntS They line the streets and swap
stories, and maintain a sort of CON
tinual excitement. as ii We're
Mr.. Gray is deeply impressed with
the ideas and thoughts that are eX-
pressed. hundreds and perhaps thou
sanC-s have spent their all by the time
they have reached Seattle They little
realize that gold is still! thousands OF
miles away, and that their journey has
scarcely begun. AT the least calcul2-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03
The Stone Workers.

No agreement between the Cutters
Union and the Hallowell Granite co. has
yet been made. y protracted meeting oc-
cupied the attention of the members Of
the union during Wednesday morning.
but no sessions We're held during the re-
mander of the day The 1891 schedule
which expired on Monday night placed
the maximum price at 30 80 cents per
hour and the minimum price 22l2 cents.
The union is endeavoring to place the
minimum price at 29l2 cents The COM
pany is in favor of a scale placed almost
wholly on piece work. while the union
does not concedc with the company $
plan. 1t is also said that the company is
in favor of clause by which workmcn
unable to earn the larger figure may be
employed.
The workmen are enjoying a breathing
spell. so to speak. and although disin-
terested parties cannot in any way re-
Ceive direct Information as to the inside
workings of the secret sessions AMI con-
situations. it is noted that none seem par
ticularly anxious about the final out
come, and that many are of the opinion
that work under new schedule will be
resumed within Il few days 1t is prob
able that compromise will be effected.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03
Rose Whist Party.

\ pretty form OF amusemcnt ANA ONE
capable Of many variations to suit in
diNidual taste or the cNiEencieS of oc-
casion, comes from st Louis 1t IS
called 4 Rose Whist party name
outlining the form of entertainment.
Invitations are sent out on pale pink
paper Upon each table are placed
four full-EroWn La France or Mermct
roses. with long stems and green
leaves as Well as a pretty pink dish
filed with pink and white honhons
The tally cards are of pink and if pos
sihje the pencils attached should par
take of the same coloring.
The game played is the familiar ON"
Il progressive whist, With the eXc"p-
ton that each player keeps account
for herself of all the red cards which
are taken, and nothing else is counted.
When the time is up the fortunate
player who holds the most red cards
takes the first prize, while the luCklcSe
owner Of the frWcSt gets the BOBBY.
The prizes are all something con
candlcsticks, rose lamps, altar Of rosa
houbnumicrcs with candied rose leaves
are all appropriate.
The supper table decorations are All
of pink flowers. ices. cakes. salads and
meats Cham being of the same color
II the guests can be goWncd in pink 50
much the prctticr.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03
Surveying BY Bicycle.

olt" If the newest uses Of the bicycle
rs ts surveying machine, not merely 4
machine To- CdfrE a surveyor from point
to point. lint as d machine which per
forms i'll itself the mechanical part of the
surveyors work. Tho United States
army Is couSlde ring HE adViSablity Of
adopting This machine as an adjunct to
tactics, BY means of an attachment the
exact typographical characteristics of a
road may b" asc"rtained. with no other
eNeriion on the part of the surveyor than
q ride along the road in question. The
Importance of tho invention in military
practice can be easily appreciated. Here
al ter 1t general contemplating Il march
can order hi~ chief engineer to find out
the exact topography of 'road over
which the army is 70 pass. The engineer
taxing his wheel can ride on ahead ana
return in short time with an exact pro-
nj" Of tn" road. 50 that every obstacle in
tn" way Of heavy ordnance or supply
wagons can b" known and provided for
long before the troops even start on their
way
Under orders from Cen Tobin. Third
Brigade Pennsylvania militia. survey
Of the roads around Hazleton. Pa. con-
Meeting all the camps and the strategic
points, was recently made. A method of
rapid road sketching was adopted, and
49, miles were surveyed by means Of a
bicycle equipped with cyciometer and
"A compass. II required nineteen hours TO
90 this alone. and the distances and di-
rections were then drawn out on paper.
The elevations were all derived from
barometric levels. This work occupied n
great many hours. and vet the survey
Was 50 quickly made as to establish a
new record for rapid work. With the
new invention, the entire work could
nave been done in the time it would have
taken rapid bicyciiSt to cover the dis
tance on his wheel. 1t is also proposed
that this invention be applied 10 map
making: The value Of road maps would
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03
HAcD TO COMBAT.
The Evidence Of Our Senses What Augusta
People Say Is Pretty Good Proof for Az.
gus!a People.

When we see it ourselves.
When our own ears hear it.
When our neighbors tell it.
Our friends endorse it.
No better evidence can he had.
It's not what people say in Michigan
Or distant mutterings from California
No deceiving echoes here.
Augusta talk about Augusta people
Public opinion published for the pub
lie good.
There is no proof like home proof.
Home testimony at the back of every
box of
Doan's Kidney Pills.
Can you believe your nelgnbors:
Read this statement made by a citi-
zen:
Mrs. e. c. Folger of Sc Northern Ave,
says: "Doan's Kidney Pills are good
| have proved that TO my own salts
faction. My back in consequence OF
the aches which used to fill it bothered
me good deal. 1t would ache so that
could not sleep nights. | have known
the time when unable to stand 1t
have got up and walked the floor, or
sat in chair, in short, would do any
thing that suggested relief. This
steady constant ache across my back
worse at times, very often made me
very slow in getting through my every
day work. | obtained Doan's Kidney
Pills at the Old Reliable drug store Of
Chas. *. Partridge, and their use has
taken all my backache away. | have
not suffered with it since. unhesitat-
inSly give them my unqualified en-
dorsement."
Doan's Kidney Pills for sale by all
dealers. price 80 cents. Mailed by
Foster-Milburn Co, Buffalo, n. Y, sole
agents for the United States.
Remember the name DOAN'S and
take no substitute
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

Why not. yes, why not have the
terminus of the kennebec and Franklin
narrow gauge at Gardiner to connect
with our own Kennebec Central. which
could easily be extended to connect
with the Wiscasset Railroad? Not only
this, but Gardiner is the terminus of
the Boston boats. and why not connect
directly with them thus avoiding the
annoyance and Inconvenience OF 4
change? Consult your map and see IL
it is not the natural terminus for the
kennebec & Franklin. Where would
there be a more picturesque ride than
the one from the outlet of Cobbossee-
contee to Gardiner, practically follow
ing the stream where the grade Woul l
be so favorable. Let our board or trade
and moneyed men consider II before 1t
is too late
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03
Tune Party.

An exchange gives the following de-
Scrlption Of a tune party
Invited guests marveled much at the
probable character Of the function. ON
the eVentful evening cards with pencils
attached We're distributed. each one
numbered down the side from one to
20. a pianist then seated herself at the
instrument and played without stop
ping between. a few bars each of 20
perfectly familiar airs. The guests
We're expected to decide upon
these. aud write the names i'm the sue
ccSsion they were given on the num-
hcred cards For this close attention,
and quick correct ear We're requisite.
The reading of the cards excited great
merrmcnt on one the Last Rose of
summer credited as the "Star
SpanGled Banner" while another in
Dictated confusion az Home. Sweet
Home" with Annie Laurie" Twenty
college tunes were not long since tested
~ this medley method at a Students
GIee Club ana out nf the whole number
only two cards bore perfectly correct
lists. The playing should be without
pause from the beginning to the end
and neither too slow nor too fast. Tn
doubtedly the very thought and close
listening for what is tn come next, AMI
the necessity Of writing quickly not to
miss a number, are chief obstacles To
success in this funmaking musical
scheme. Prizes are bestowed for the
greatest number of tunes written OPP
posite their numbers on any card AMI
also by way of consolation for the
most faulty and confused list.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

pairing his report for the business of the
police department for the last munich
pal year 1t presents very good
showing so far. and that crime in this
city is diminishing There We're 113
less warrants issued than for 1869.
and ~ less for intOXication There
were Is parties arrested for out of town
officers. and $lO09.60 worth OF lost ana
stolen property recovered through the
police. Out of the II warrants issued
for search and seizure. but We're sue
cessful in the discovery of liquor. Only
$50 dodgers were cared for at the sta
ton. 1t is hoped that the other de-
partments will show up as we'll as this
one has.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03
FAIRFIELD.

News has been received here thai
work is attended with severe difficulties
al the camps of Lawrence NeWhau &
CO. AT SpauldingtoWn The snow il
We y deep ana it is almost impossible 10
q" any hauling tn" tote road wa,
blocked and at the last report crew
of 10 men with four horses Mere al
work making it passabe. The com
pany has combined its two crews ana
quartereG them in one camp. If pos
slhle the operations will continue four
or five WeerS longer
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03
TIRED OF STRIKING.
Cabot Mill Operatives, Brunswick. Willing 10
Start the Looms.

Brunswick. Me. March 1.-The opera
tors of the Cabot mill in this town. who
have not been at work since the general
reduction of wages in the New England
mills, have held a meeting and some Of
them have voted to return to work Ii
Is thought that in another week all the
operators VIII go to work on the reduced
schedule. Some of the strikers. who are
mostly French, have called upon the town
for aid The loss to the operatives OF the
Cabot during the time they have been
idle is estimated at 81, 900
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03
THE. BIGGEST NAVAL SPREE.
Halt the Omaha's Water Casks Filled With
Wine and $50 Men Drunk at Ore Time.
(From the Pacific Commercial Adver-
tiSer)

(From the Pacific Commercial Adver-
tiSerD
did you ever hear Of the drunk of
the United States steamship Omaha, or
rather the spree of the Omaha's crew?
Well, it's stock naval yarn, but a
good one, and with the extra rare merit
Of being true.
The speaker was a gentleman who as
an officer had paced the decks of many
American warshps in many waters
He continued:
1T was one Of the earlier trips of the
cruiser. They were for Rio. after put
ting into Madeira for supplies. The
season was pleasant and the $50 officers
and men were enjoying the voyage inn
mensely AS the Omaha scudded
along, her machinery working beaut
fully and sea easy as bay, all felt sat
isfied with their service There would
be number of Warships with ac-
ouaintances aboard at Rio, and we
knew their officers and crews would
welcome us and admire the Omaha.
We had her neat as a lady dressed for
a reception.
While we were taking on meat and
vegetables in Madeira our captain con
ceivcd the idea of saving coal Ivy filling
~, ~ u..tor t,rls from ebora E,on,
~ ~ ~
the island we c"ulu Stahd INT" tfade
wind and would with half luck he able
to make fine run into Rio. by doing
,,,.,,.i,,,, t,Li,o ,,l,.a,',.,,..''r
no c"iiu'HN'ii" ""' .''"'''7 ~ "n'"7T VI
all sailing chance IT was calculated TO
make fuel showing that would gain
a few effective credit marks at Wash
thE'"h'
"A watering party OF about 30 III
charge of petty officers. handled the
,,s,s rh,v filled themselves. win
, ,I, -,
Ndd'lld "i"'' '"' =" ''I"'' d 'oiiiIi"''
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

The Gardiner and Pittston bridge
committee Of Gardiner and Randolph
met, Wednesday afternoon. and did
what the city government was unable
to do, Monday night. They decided
that the draw needed repairing and at
once. and so operations will begin at
once. under the supervision of Warren
Eastman, the job TO be completed before
navigation opens. Just what would
have to be done. they did not know,
but that will he decided when it is as
certained by examination. BY this the
through while the aldermen We're plain
~ dOWned.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03
Colby. Bates Debate.

The intercollegiate debate between rep
rcS"ntatiVcs of colby university and
Bates college will occur, tomorrow even
ing, in City hall. Tho WatcrVillc people
are cordially and earnestly invited t. 10
present. The question for debate is: Re
solved. That municipalities of tho nitcd
states of 2oogo ana over Should own
and operate all Systems of WatcrworkS
Lighting Plants and Lines Of Surface
Transportation The Judges Will be Hon.
y. =. Wiswell of Ellsworth. Hon. II. NJ
Heath of Augusta. ami Prof, George +.
Baker of Harvard college
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

+. +. Norton Of this city, was called
to Portland, Tuesday, and when he ar
rived there he was given a commission
as deputy United States marshal, by
United States Marshal Saunders. Mr.
Norton is Well-knoWn here and has a
large circle of friends who are congrat-
ulating him on securing this position
as many other applications We're in
from all parts of the State. Mr. Nor
ton served Gardiner seven consecutive
years as city marshal. and later the
county as sheriff for two terms. 1t is
needless to say that Mr.. Norton is we'll
fitted to fill this position as his ser
vice so far has placed him in way in
which his experience will be of great
value.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

Granite City Lodge, No. 24&, indie
pendent order of Good Templars. has
elected the following delegates TO the
district lodge to be held at South Gar
diner, on Wednesday, March 9Th: Rep
resentatives. T. 5. Wingatc. Mrs. j W.
Carter. Fl. O. HaWes, G. j. Blake. Miss
Florence Wingate, James Garter, Miss
Annia kiftyadge. II. Noel Sleeves, Mrs.
II. @. Halves, Miss Ida Lamson Roy
Wheeler. Alternates. Miss Eunice
Davis, Miss Minnie Rlatchford. Miss
Helen Maddox. Mrs. q. f. Wingate.
Herbert Goodwin. Fred Bates. Miss
Hattie Loveioy. Miss Fannie Walsh,
Miss Abbie McClench, Miss Grace
Dodge. NeWland Bowman.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

a small number attended the ad-
journed meeting of the Oak Grove
Cemetery Association, Tuesday even
ing. James Church was elected direc-
tor to succeed Hon. c. A. White, de
ceased. Notice was given of two
amendments to the bylaws regarding
stone foundations for grave stones
costing upward of $l5, and the removal
Of rubbish, etc, from individual lots
The meeting adjourned to the first
Tuesday evening in May
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03
NATIONAL HOME.

autograph letter. "Wednesday morning
from our minister at Madrid, Spain
General Stuart l., Woodford. He tx
pressed his appreciation of the affection
ale remembrance Of his Old companions
in arms and concentrated them On the
management Of the Home that made for
them cheerful abiding place in their
old days. The general is enjoying the
best Of health
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

\ NinalhaVen correspondent writes:
1t is stated on recognized authority
that the paving business in this vicin-
lty Will see better days this coming
season. A representative of the Ma
tlonal Granite Company has been iii
town lately looking up a fore of cut
ters to start work at Leadbetter's and
other smaller operations abe ut town.
ana there are prospects for a big boom
in this line of business as soon as the
quarries are in working condition.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

F. B. Dingley, of Dingley & Decker
has returned from his New York trip,
and this model hardware store will soon
have more wonderful bargains to eX-
hibit than ever. The present display
of all kinds of brushes and the beauti-
full case of machinest tools is quite be
yond anything the kennebec has beer
used to
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03
NEARING THE END.
CONTINUED from page ~

commencement of the afternoon session.
Agent Sherman said the Lawrence mills
Were different from those In New Bed
ford and Fail River inasmuch as the
treasurers and directors outlined the
policy of the mills in this city. 50 that he
could not as agent answer many Of the
questions submitted. Agent Sherman S
testimony occupied all Of the afternoon
and at its conclusion the committee q l.
journed until tomorrow morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03
Funeral Of Prot. ROGERS.

The the request of President Butler of
Colby. the family of the late Prof. w. A.
Rogers of Colby, have consented to II
change IN tn" plans for the funeral Tho
chang" is that instead of having a PRAYER
service at the house, this afteruoon there
will b" a public funeral at the Baptist
church, Friday afternoon at / O'Clock,
and the remains will he taken from TIN.
church to the 2.5% train for the West after
the services. The faculty and student
body OF the college will attend in Il body.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

G. NJ. Drake has had all his accounts
for the city audited, in both the police
department and fire department and in
both it is found that he has not drawn
all his appropriations and all his bills
are paid. The police department had
s31. left, and the fire department 1917
to it's credit. This is indeed a good
showing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

Resolved, That is it not for the best
interests of the United States to annex
Hawaii That is the question that
will come before the Debating Club at
its first meeting, this evening, at Lii
brary hall. This debate is free to all
and it is earnestly hoped that a large
number will avail themselves of the
opportunity to be present, as it prom
Uses to be both interesting and instruc-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

y few of the ice companies are still
waiting to get enough ice to put on
tight tiers. \ short spell of cold
weather would be worth many dollars
to them, also put many in the laboring
mans pocket as well.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

One of the finest exhibits of polished
and mounted horns it has been the
writer's privilege to see is now dis
played in Dingley & Decker's windows
The exhibit is the property of f. c.
Jewett of North Whitefield.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

The board of registration will hold
daily sessions until Friday afternoon.
at o'clock. ON Tuesday. a new
names were added to the list of voters.
and on Wednesday, up to the afternoon
closing hour. Is names had ben added
during the day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

1t is hoped that the shoe factory Will
soon be turning out $50 cases of shoes
a day. AS it is now. every department
is being rushed as much as possible, and
the number of cases each day is rapid
ly increasing. The more cases turned
out each day, means more pay to the
employees.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

This is the last day for buying ham
brushes, hand brushes. water bottles.
syringes. etc. etc. to be seen in Chas.
Ward & Co.'S windows at the present
low prices. The prices are truly
amazingly low.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

The Pedryoid Case Co, which has
been occupying the upper story of the
shoe factory at Randolph, We're moving
the stock to Augusta. Wednesday,
where it will operate in the future.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

The Epworth League will entertain
at the Methodist vestry, tonight, at
a supper and entertainment An eX-
tensive programme has been prepared
which must surely please.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

William Jarvis of Boston, is visiting
friends in this city. Mr.. Jarvis will be
remembered here as recruiting the first
company that went to the front in the
war of 1861 to 1868, from Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-03-03

The Alert Hose Co. No. /, have elect
ed the following officers for the ensuing
year: Foreman. Charles Gooden; LIST
assistant, Harry Turner; "a assistant,
Ed. McMaster: clerk, Nell Rines:
steward. George Scot.