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The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-12-05

metic and algebra, or perhaps even
write with a Spencerian flourish. who
would make good soldiers. Among the
bravest troops in 'front.' of Santiago dur
ing the recent campaign were the negro
regulars. who fought with an intelligence
and valor that commanded the admir-
alton Of friend and foe, and 1t is doubt
full if there were any college gradu-
ates among them. If the armies OF
America are in future. as in the past,
composed of men who are fired by
patriotism and the love of country, they
will be invincible whether recruited
from the college, workshop or farm.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-12-05

Not one of the thirteen prominent new
plays by American authors produced in
this country this season has been a dis
tinct financial success, while a number of
successes have been scored in the repro
duction Of plays by English and French
authors. Vas ist los nit de Yankee play
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-12-05
NAVAL RESERVE PERMANENT
From the Baltimore American.

All the reports from the chiefs OF the
navy department speak strongly in favor
of the maintenance of naval reserve.
This branch of the service proved its
value during the war with Spain, and
should be made permanent feature of
the naval force of the country.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-12-05

General Wood says that there has
not been murder at Santiago since
he became responsible for the govern
ment of the city. 1t is a pity that Cen
eral Wood or some other military gov
ernor could not be spared a few months
and placed in charge of certain por-
tions of Northeastern Pennsylvania
where law and order appear to have
been slumbering for years past.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-12-05

"In all the discussion about Con-
gresham Roberts, of Utah" says an
exchange, "the latter is not saying a
word" Certainly not. A man with
three wives does not need to do much
talking
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-12-05

Judge Gordon is out with another
letter telling why he resigned. II
Judge Gordon Keeps on the public will
soon be sorry that he did not stay on
the bench
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-12-05

yellow journals of Manila are the
mouthpieces of the Filipinos.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
ILLEGAL USE OF MAIL.
C. D. Booker. Westbrook. Taken into u,tody
by the Authorities.

Portland Me-, Dec. 23.-Deputy United
States Marshal Bernes O. Norton. assist
ed by officer Ed Smith. made an impor-
tant capture at Westbrook, early this
morning. The officers have been on the
and it was known. Thursday, that he was
in Portland and close watch was accord
ingly kept on all outgoing trains, but the
man was not to be found 'there:
Finally clue was followed up given
by a letter written, Thursday. from West
brook by Booker to his mother in Lewis
ton. They accordingly went out there
and found Booker in bed in boarding
house. He was placed under arrest and
brought TO this city. 1t is alleged that
Booker has been working a scheme some
what similar to that of the Fairfield Flo
raj Co. He placed an advertisement III
the papers Offering to furnish work for
women Al home in the shape of neckt!es.
lie stated that for s. he would send sam
pie tie and material for another, and that
il a tie be made made up and sent back
to him, if satisfactory, he, would not only
pay for that tie but would provide plenty
OF work at good wages.
The specified charge against Booker
was for using the mails of the United
STAKES for illegal purposes, that is ne de-
last certain scheme to defraud by
opening correspondence through the post
Office of the United States under the
name of c. D. Brooks with certain per-
sons and causing them to open CORE
spondence with him; and that he unlaW-
fully placed a letter and packet in the
post office at Auburn in pursuance Of
this scheme Tor Louise humphreys OF
Boston, Mass.
Booker was given a bearing before
United States Commissioner Bradley, this
forenoon waived examination, pleaded
mott guilty and was bound over under $500
snreties for his appearance at the Febru-
arv term of the United States court.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
FOR CONTEMPT OF COURT.
Boston Travellers Editor Given 80 Days 10
Comments on Getchei Trial.

Dedham, Mass, Dec. 23.-Torrey z.
Wardner.- editor and publisher of the
Boston Daily Traveller, was sentenced to
serve 80 days in Dedham jail by Judge
Friday forenoon, for contempt of court
in allowing to be published in his paper,
comments and editorials on the Getchell
manSlaughter case which was recently
tried here, which in the courts opinion,
would have influenced the minds of the
jury, had the Traveller containing the
matter reached the courthouse before the
case was submitted for final considera-
ton.
The trial referred to was that Of En-
gineer Getchell of the Consolidated Road
charged with manslaughter in connec-
ton with collision which occurred at
Sharon, last August, in which several
persons were killed. Judge, Sherman took
exceptions not only ITO the. editorial COM
ments published in the Traveller. but also
to criticisms that were made In the Sro-
ries of the proceedings published in that
paper.
Editor Wardner is receiving as good
treatment as possible under the circum
stances, but is not allowed to have the
daily papers, Visitors are permitted to
see and talk with him. He is required
to do no work and.sspepds most of his
time in reading books anu writing letters.
In the course ofF.san interview, tins
afternoon. Mr.. Wafdner said that it had
to freely eaijiess iasf on matters, Before before
the PUBLIC and It Gid so intthe Getchell
case, not lSuppoSiHE thaksitrwaS commit
ting any offence by doing so. -
He compared his own case to that of
Eugene Y Debs, who sSrped two years
he was willing Hi to sery KID sa1tense iai Il
will only sult.in d03Q& away with auch
a law as this, under the workings or
which. he declared, no tizen Is safe
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
UP TO OLD TRICKS.
Col. Bryan Leaves the Army
for the Stump.
I'll 80
Had Peace in War and Nov Yearns for
A Genuine Fight.
therefore Commences on Old Wornout Subject
Of Free Silver.

Lincoln. Neb., Dec. 23.-col. w. j.
Bryan returned to Lincoln, today, and
was. tonight, rendered reception at
une Oliver Theatre by the Woman's
Bimetallic League. The house was
cIawded and Col. Bryan received an
ovation. He was introduced by Gov
Holcomb, who formally welcomed him
nome and complimented him on his
patriotism in enlisting in the army.
Col. Bryan said:
Il had five months of peace in the
army and resigned in order to take
part in a fight. Unless | am mistaken
in judging, we are called upon to meet
more important problems in the Uni
ted States just now than Win confront
our army in CUBA.
The American people have not ac-
ceplted the gold standard ais final. The
trusts which now flourish in defiance
of laws are more merciless THAN Wey-
Ter was
Taking UP the subject of imperialism
Mr.. Bryan said that the President has
misinterpreted the sentiment of the
people. They Were opposed 10 giving
the Philippine islands back to Spain.
but they had not as yet declared in ia
vor of emthrking upon a colonial
policy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
At GOOD WILL FARM.
New Water Supply Fills All Expectations
The Christmas Vacation.

Good VIII Farm, East Fairfield, Me-,
Dec. 23.-(SpeciaD. Every body at Good
Will Farm is happy over the near com
pletion of the water system which is to
furnish the cottages. the school building
and the laundry with water. Work has
been in progress on this system during
the last two months.
A small pumping station has been built
in the rear of Pinedale cottage. From the
pumping station the water is forced TO
the top of the tower, which is on a level
with the cupola of the Chas. e. Moody
building.
The engine was started, Thursday even
ing, and water was turned on IN the varl-
Gus cottages, Friday morning. According
to the estimates of experts, the spring
which is supplying the water is furnish
ing a sufficiency for about 400 persons.
The main contract for putting in the
system was taken by Ii. burlington & Co.
of Waterville. The steel tower and tank
was buiht by j. b. Stevens & Co. of Au-
burn. The Lambert engine and pump
were furnished through the agency of c.
c. Hunt of Augusta.
School is having a vacation OF three
weeks. With the exception of Principal
Coffin, the teachers are all absent from
the Farm. Miss Irish one of the teach
ers, is in Washington d. c., and the 9TH
ers are spending the vacation in their
various homes.
There will be Christmas tree in each
of the Boys cottages and in Elizabeth
Wilcox Smith cottage, Monday evening,
Dec 26.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
TO ENFORCE pRoHlsI1oRY LAWS.
New Special Liquor Deputy Appointed
Sheriff Thompson Of York.

Alfred, Me-, Dec. 23.-To satisfy the
people of York county, who have been
vigorously agitating for the appoint
the Governor, Sheriff Usher p Thbmp-
son has decided to appoint as n third
err Simon +. Andrews, who retires from
office in January.
Mr.. Andrews is prominent church
man and has for many years been
known as an ardent advocate of the
rigid enforcement of the prohibition
Law. His appointment is expected to
satisfy those who are dissatisfied with
the enforcement of the law by the dep
uties now in office.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
LIVELY WORK AT BANGOR.
Sparring Exhibition Started But Soon Stopped
by The Police.

Bangor, Me-, Dec. pa sl1arning eX-
hibition was held at. Union hall, this
evening, the principal attraction being
bouts of three rounds between Paddy
Fenton of Boston, and Fred Wright of
New York, and a 12-round go between
Ike Talbot of Bangor, "a colored heavy
weight, and Jack Burke of Boston.
mi1dlew eight. The ,lst bout was only
light work, but in the last bout, Tai
bot and Burke started in for business
and the police stopped the contest in
the second round. Talbot was bleeding
from the nose and it was evident that
it would have been a fight to the fin
ish if it had been allowed to proceed.
The referee decided Burke the winner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
CAME FROM lGAlHE.'
william GiIIen. Railroads. mrioYse. Commits
Suicide BY Shooting II worcester.

Worcester. Mass. Dec 23--William
A. Gillen. a railroad employee, 30 years
old. committed suicide at the hotel
Brunswick, early this morning, BY
shooting himself in the head. Papers
found upon him indicated that ne was
a member of the Brotherhood of Rail-
way Trainmen, and that he had recen.-
ly been employed upon the Capa1lian
Pacific and Northern Pacific roads.
He left memorandum requesting
that $500 of his death benefit money
might be paid to mis- intended wife.
Mass NJ. Birch of Morris, Manitoba and
Also saying that Bangor Lodge, 443. Of
the Brotherhood. would bury h;an. Tis
death benefit certificate read payable
TO his father, William Gialen OF Nova
Scotia. So far as is known he Rod 10
acqtlaintances in this city,
- - - - Y.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
..r41s HOUSEHOLD oUTFITTERs, "
HOOPER. SON & LEIGHTON.
o,,p spECrN, METHODS OF WIN
Ming AND RETAINING rFtRoNs.

o1,P spECIN METHODS OF WIN
MING AND RETAINING PktRoNs.
We carry everything needed to furnish
house. hall. church, or office. We make
our store pleasant and attractive We
80, do This because it is that kind of
store and the stock we buy completes
the attraction We feel that If our stool,
and store equals or surpasses those of
larger cities, our Maine people will be
glad to trade at home. our great in
crease of business since opening the new
stdre proves that to be true, happily for
Ill concerned.
We absolutely guarantee each and ev-
ary article sold by us TO be as repre-
ented and worth the price paid, and we
agree to pay back the money if the
goods don't suit" And what we agree
we surely do Ask anyone who knows
and it's easy to find such ones.
We want all visitors in Portland to use
our store as their headquarters wher
down town,
We've reception room, ladies' toilet
rooms: well care for your packages, loar
you our telephone, and whistle for a cal
for you when you desire to catch one
You're welcome with US always.
Remember we are on Congress street
Opp. Lonsfellow's Home and Prebl,
House.
agg6, sat,tf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24

joint meeting of the III
Spanish military cOmlniS~
the programme was finally
on for the change of flags on
noon. just before IL O'clock, tal6 inner
lean war vessels will fire. a salute OF u
guns in honor Of. the Spanish nag.
Promptly at II, the Spanish fiagseon
the various public buildings will be
lowered; and Immediately thereafter
the Stars and Stripes will be hoisted
over Ell MORO and the public buildings
of the city, while Spanish artillerisss
at Cabanas fortress will salute. the
American flag with q guns, Spanish
Warships in the harbor participating
in the salute.
AT the same hour the Spanish troops,
If any then remain in the city will be
paraded in barracks and will render
proper salutes tc the passing American
forces.
Just before noon, the United States
and Spanish military commissioner,
Gen. Castellanos, the Spanish captain
general, and THE ranking American Off
GER in Cuba. Maj. Gen. John r. Brooke,
if he arrives in time, and otherwise
palace. The Spanish commissioners
will formally surrender the govern
ment to the United States commissions
ers, who will Immediately transfer 1T
to the American general commanding.
After this the various functionarles
will remain awhile to receive those
who may wish to pay their respects
to incoming authorities.
1t was agreed at the joint meeting
that the Spanish troops remaining in
Cuba, after Jan. /, should be consider
ed in the light of foreign troops in "a
friendly country and be accorded the
privileges usually granted under IN
ternational law. The quarters, build
ingS and grounds occupied by them are
to be covered by the immunities of
extra-territoriatity: and further stip-
ulations were entered into respecting
the prevention of any disturbance OF
public order consequent upon their
presence.
Matanzas and Cienfuegos will doubt
less be the only places where Spanish
troops will remain after Jan. l, and
Cienfuegos will be evacuated last. The
Spanish sick in the hospitals will re-
Iiidlil uiiuei tHc sdleS udiu vi LIE <Aiiici :
lean flag, the Spanish authorities pro-
viding medicines and attendance with
food, and repatriating them on recov-
cry.
Gems. Wade, Butler, and Clous, ac-
companied by their aides de camp were
received at the palace today, with full
military honors. The Spanish trum-
peters blew a fanfare and the palace
guards saluted. The same ceremonies
marked the retirement of the Ameri-
can officers.
The Sth and 10th Regular Infantry
Regiments occupied the forts at Ell
Vedado, today. but there are no Amer
lean flags in sight.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
SAGASTA SERIOUSLY i'll.
Spain Alarmed Over the Serious Ill
ness Of Her Premier.

Madrid, Dec. 23.-The condition of
Senior Sagasta, the premier, now Gauss
es grave anxiety. Six physicians were
ton, this afternoon, and concurred that
he was suffering from bronchial pneu-
monia, with high temperature and an
unfavorable absence of eXpectDratiOn.
There is no doubt that his illness Is
aggravated by the strain of recent
events. The Queen Regent, during the
day, telephoned inquiries as to his cons
dition, and, this evening, sent her own
physicians to attend him.
The list of callers at the premier s
residence includes AL the foreign dips
lomats and a host of other distinguish
ed persons.
Senior Alonjandro Groizard. minister
of justice. is acting as premier.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
Weather Conditions and General Forecast

Washington, Dec. 23.-The storm
central, last night, over Lake Huron
has moved to the mouth of the st.
Lawrence and has caused westerly
gales in the Lake regions and rain or
SNOW in the Lake regions and north
Atlantic states.
The temperature has fallen in the
middle and south Atlantic states and
has elsewhere remained nearly sta
tionary. An area of high pressure IS
central in the middle Plateau region
and has spread in an easterly dlrec-
ton over the whole country except a
slight depression over the upper Lake
region and northern New England.
The weather will grow colder gen
orally from the Mississippi valley to
the Atlantic coast and the cold weather
will last till Sunday night.
Generally fair weather may be ex-
pected in all districts.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
THEIR BEST DAYS ARE OVER.
mu,e spinners No Longer All Powerful ;"
Biddeiord Mills.

Riddeford, Me-, Dec, 2s--rhe NIUE
...ors Union in this, city, has oeeh
s,sso,ved owing to the stopping
mules in the Laeonda cotton 'n''ls az,
sst;t,,t;on of spinning frames ms
- .asa having taken place IN 'hs
Pepperill mills. 49, haen the best
paid of any class i'm me ' eu,sc ware ali
a p up to few months ago We, lon.
. aa no mill being able 70 run 80. 80
p ,e.s.. : strike of spinners. They nov ny,
al a. hat their best days are over,
r MT ,,nion has been dissolved.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
GOOD NEWS FOR R0cKtAND.
Schooner Yankee Maid is All Rights LOAD
ing Frozen Herring.

pockland. Me-, Dec. N.-NeWs w'S
received in Rockland. Friday OIL ene
safety of the schooner Yankee MAIL
which was not heard from Tor 40 das >
and which it was feared, had peeii io' =
,attar received from the captain says
.,,t ba is at Anderson's Cove ~. =
'..,.are he has been loading frozen net
~ As he was 100 miles from a posi-
NC 10 was unable to communlcat-
oii.. Iat;ves here until this week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
Smash on the Grand Trunk.

Portland, Me-. Dec. 23-,rhe Grand
Trunk Express was three hours late in
arriving at Portland, tonight, owing to
an accident that occurred near Coat
icook. p. O.. this morning. "A west
hound freight train broke apart and
the .twt, seqilonI coalided. -Four cars
were smashed, but no ONE WAS hurt.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
BATES BOSTON ALUmNI
Held Their Fifteenth Annual Dinner at Young's
Hotel. Friday Evening.

Boston. Dec. 23.-The alumni of Bates
College gathered at the 18th annual dim
ner at Youngs last evening. f. S. CO.
n ms.s OF the Boston Alumni i Asso eHl
tion, presided. These officers were elect
ed. President. George f. Smith of Bos-
ton; VICE president. +. v. Scribner y.
Worcester: secretary, l.. J. Brackett CO
La maica Plain.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
MRS. JAMES W. FARRAR DIES
Very Suddenly Of Double pneumonia-"as
Great Sunday School Worker.

Washington, Ne, Dec. 2S.-CSpecrap'
Mrs. James w. Farrar Oh fiazorNiii-'
died very suddenly, this morning. OF
double pneumonia. She "as ie'.'
Sunday school worker and Will be
greatly missed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24

WHAT MS IutU4N4
the administrasio
be- and this new
ment policy of Anel
lar institutions) ha4
two letters addressed
and members of the
These letters have bee
but, until they are transit
lished in Spanish in the v
papers we will not hear ia
policy is received by the
large.
THE letters have already been
duced in the San Juan News, u
terprising American newspaper 6e
capital, and English speaking "a
have had the opportunity of discuss
and digesting them. The univerS
opinion among these men concerning
Gen. Henry, the energy of his nes
| methods, and his radical departures
from old ones is one, Of com'menda ton.
The few Porto RicaTs who have nm
derstood these letters fave been pleas
ed with them and the newspapers have
announced that they will shortly pub
iish the details of Gen. Henry's, future
policy. commanding thereon. with the
remark that Wis one which promises
much good for the island.
1t is the opinion of a good many here
if anything is to be made out of the
Porto Ricans, if they can ever be
taught to become proper citizens of the
United States, then Gen. Henry is on
the track which will lead to this hluch
desired end. The question is clearly
one of development and education.
While in Ponce. Gen. Henry ATTENDED
a meeting of school children who ware
addressed among other things on the
American subject OF Christmas in the
United States and Christmas presents.
Then the children were asked what
they would like best for their coming
Christmas present. To the surprise OF
every American present, the children
answered that they would prefer teach
ers to anything else.
Gen. Henry is going to put an Amer
lean army officer at the head of the San
Juan department of street cleaning and
sanitation.
San Juan is am overcrowded city. 1t
is surprising to see the large number
of poor who infest the dirty teneTnents
in the upper parts of the city, and 1t
is almost impossible to rent for resi-
Dental purposes second floors that are
not drectlAover these people who live
in squalor, foul air and confusion. 1t
is fact that in the rural districts of
Porto Rico, -four today, costs about
Sl5 barrel.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
FljRS
of all kinds for the
HOLIDAYS.

Including Fur Jackets and Capes
plain and fancy Collarettes, Muffs,
Neck Scarfs. Childrens Furs, Ladies'
and Gents Fur Gaps and Gloves, also
Fur Riding Hoods for ladies.
H. G. BARKER, Furrier,
Corner Store, Gardiner, Me.
tues, thurs&sat,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
FAiR-C0lDER.

Boston, Dec. 23.-Fair, generally
clear; gradually colder; brisk, west
winds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24

Berlin. Dec.
New York City
by tlls. provin(
lese ma test
Wins ' Y I |, g
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
4 DELicAIEI MISSION.
Captain Henry Osae 4 ~ "a ~
,eseps

I. st. Johns, N. II. Dec. "a Henry
bacon Barry. assistant al NJ t1Ae
naval intelligence deparxm
admiralty. has been appoii1 AAe
command of the B1t&aEh sln& on III
Newfoundland waers, the app6 l9
to go into effect next season NJ
rank of commodore and the a
Comus as his flagship. The sq
will be Increased by heauierE
than have heretofore been
here. III
Capt. Barry's appointments
out of the regular order oG
is understood to be due ~
of the imperial secretary d
the colonies. Mr.. Joee1
to have in command
an officers whose an
lied in the many del
certain to result TN
Eainfs determinatt0
settlement OF the
tIon. as speedily "a
Capt. Barry VIM
proposed naval reaG1
ermen OF NewkbuN
e.saL HsSs{
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24

Mortgages Sale
WATCHES
and

Ola MoND9
We are obliged to sell-for ,nn,.tgaoaors
some fifty gold, silver, and filed case
Walches TO pay advances These watches
Ne brand new, fresh from a dealers stock,
nam, Elgln, lamden etc, and guar
W. MA 4 bargains call quickly as they must
DIAMONDS.
: ! nheard of bargains in Diamond rings.
from " to $lo0. Worth double what we
a ,,sd.,.i NO lteflnvestment than nice dia-
mond. Money to loansOpen evenings this
week. 80
THE COLLATERAL LOAN COMPANY
Nv Water ST. Opp. Cony House, Augusta
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24

Ger
oppfj
comm
solute
Gem
and as
nlanaa
been
Howard
: 49, = : 4
have lS
nectioii
AS ~
Howard
til1oroue
not be
for serX
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-12-24
Arranged fo
at the Ct
American Ships
Spanish FL
Spanish Artillery and
rocate as ..Oid

Havana, Dec. %.
joint meeting of the "a
Spanish military comrnfS