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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15
New York Produce Market.

New York. April "A.
tLOlR-Receipts 1929: exports. 1886;
sales 5000 plgs.; firm early, but eased off
near the close with wheat
Ri t.-Steady; state. 564 elf. track.
WHEAT-Receipts 1880; exports. 1853.
'o5; sales, 5.2l5.0o0 futures, Goa 600 spot;
spot firm: No. 2 red. 40 fob afloat spot
NO. hard Duluth. ll6 fob. afioat 30 ar
ailoat spot; No. / Northern Duluth. ll5i:
iob. afioat to arrive.
CORN-Recepts. 259,35o bushels; ex-
ports l42G'9; sales. 21o.o0o futures, 100000
spot; spot steady: No ,. 367s fob. anoat
oATS-Receipts, 114,00o: exports. Do 12G
sales. l3,oo0 futures. 10000 spot; Spot
weak, No. 2 3612; No. ,. 80; No white
32l2; track white 32d3S.
BEEF-E'rm.
LARD-Easy: Western steamed, $5.45.
PORk-Quiet.
Bt,rTER-Steady; Western creamery
i'mH; do factory. 12i@Ml6; Elsins. y
state DAIRY, l3Ml9; do. creamery, l1M2.
ENTHUSIASTICALLY: large white stat,
September, 114n,&,; fancy small whit,
September, HWSi4; part Skins. iM6 full
SKINS. %03: large colurtd September. u
a "a small colored September, SdSi4.
Steady; state ana Penns ylvania
lHHloi2; Western fresh lUi4: Southern
9i4M934.
PETROLETM-Duu.
RoSIN-Steady.
IT RPEN1~l Nt,-Easy.
RlCE-Steady
MDLASSES- Steady
FREIGHTS-To Liverpool strong.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15
SPAIN WILL REFUSE.
Cabinet Minister Says She IS Prepared to
Take the CONSEQUENCES.

London, April IA Spanish cabinet
minister special dispatch from Madrid,
today. announces. has sdeelared in an IN
terview that should President Mckinley
notify Spain to evacuate cuba, this gov
eminent will Immediately ana empha tie
ally refuse. and will add that ii is fully
prepared to take the consequences.
The government" continued the can
met minister referred to, docs not regret
according the armistice. as it has there
by improved its position from an inter
national point of view. and has made IL
more difficult for the United States to
intervene without putting itself complete
ly iii the wrong"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15
MISCELLANEOUS.

MRS ANTONIO II. SAWYER. who has
has been for several seasons the solo CON
tralto In the First Presbyterian church Of
New YORK City, which position she now
occupies, is to be in Waterville. Me. dur
ing the months of July and August.
Press comments. "One of the most not
ape musicals OF last season. was given by
Mrs. Sawyer at the Waldorf in New York
and seldom has there been such an array
OF iashlon as was there on that OCCASION
Although Mrs Sawyer has been in New
YORK oniy comparatively short time
she is already great favorite' ..Her
French is good, her enumeration perfect
A great many artists might take lessons
IN pure and distinct enunciation from
Mrs. SaWyer'S voice" While in Water
Vile. Mrs Sawyer will receive a limited
number of pupils in voice couture If a
class in Augusta or other nearby cities
should De formed one day in q week could
be devoted to it. For terms and particu-
lars address, Mrs. Antonio II. Sawyer
Sa2 1th Avenue, New York. apr15dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15
Request for Bids.

Bids are asked for the follow ng work
TO be done in Iiallowell. Kennebec county,
Maine. Work TO be begun. on demand af-
ter May II next. at the discretion of the
water commissioners.
/. To lay about 5000 feet cf inch wa
ter pipe.
. TO lay about COCO feet inch water
pipe.
3. To lay about 1900 feet y inch water
pipe.
4. To set gates.
;. TO set hydrants.
6. To oXcaVate rock.
Pipe, gates, hydrants. iute and lead to
be delivered contractor f. o. b. wharf or
cars at IialloWcll.
Right to reject any and all bids re-
served.
All bids to be sealed and addressed
"Hallowell Water Commissioners. Hal
lowell. Maine. and to be received before
O'Clock p. M, April 80 9S.
Further information and specifications
furnished on request.
FRED EMERY BEANIE.
Clerk HalloWell Water Commissioners
aDrS DIV
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15
QUEEN WILL ADVOCATE
lfAny Course Derogatory TO SPANS Honor
Is Pursued

London. April 15.-The Madrid cor
respondent of the Morning Post tele-
graphing by way of Biarritz. says;
The Queen Regent has Informed the
members of her court that it is her IN
tenton to abdicate Immediately II the
cabinet takes any steps derogatory to
Spain's honor and dignity"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15
Chicago Wheat Market.

Chicago April 14.-May wheat closed Il
lill2 the highest point for that delivery
resto he'd during the long Letter campaign.
War news and enormous sales Of cash
wheat caused a rapid advance in July.
also, but this was lost under heavy real
izing and July closed unchanged. The
market was Il SpasmodiC one. Corn left
at isul4 advance. Oats closed unchanged.
Provisions showed declines of JUl2i..
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15
TO THE PUBLIC.

Knowing Chamberlains Cough Remedy
to be medicine of great worth and merit
and especially valuable for coughs. colds,
Group and whooping cough, we will mere
alter warrant every bottle bought OF US
ana will refund the money to anyone VINO
IS not satisfied after using two-thlrds Oh
20 or so cent bottle. John Coughilh'
Water St. m,w,f1y
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15
Special Advertisements.

Small advertisements not exceeding
TOUR lines (thirty Words coming under
the head of WANTED, FOR SALE, TO
LET, LOST. &c, will be inserted two
tunes for 25 cents. three times for 80
cents and one week for 80 cents, AID
VANCE PAYMENT. In sending by mail
note should be made with order as the
charges are too small to open accounts
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15
ELECTION NOTICE.
April IL, 1898,

April r. 1898.
CITY of Augusta, SIS.
Notice Is hereby given that election
warrants and lists of voters have been
posted as the law requires for the cleo
ton relative to raising ten thousand dol
lars to aid in the construction of the
kennebec and Franklin Railway to be
held in this city, on April IS, 1895 Polls
will open ut 9 O'Clock A. NJ. and will be
closed at I O'Clock p NJ. The voting
places in the several wards are as fol-
lows:
Ward 1-Cdpital hose house.
Ward u. K. Manchester paint shop.
Ward 3-Concert hall State street.
Ward 4-Cushnoc hose house.
Ward 5-Ballard school house.
Ward G-School house, corner Middle
and East Chestnut streets.
Ward 1-Atlantic hose house.
Ward S-Pine Tree hose house.
LEWIS \. BURLEIGH.
City Clerk.
t!,anr13 a. L. !S.171S
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

Ladies. my monthly regulator has
brought happiness to hundreds of anX-
ious women; ! have never had single
failure. no other doctor can say this;
longest cases relieved in two to five DAYS
without fail; no pain no danger, no in
reference with work: by mail s.; all let
ters truthfully answered. DIR. T.. NJ Toll
man Co, 40 fremont Street, Boston.
feblG. d& wk y2mos
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

A new two and half story frame
house with ell on Bangor street, with
modern improvements. arranged for two
families. Also two and a half story
frame building. with ell, and double house
lot on School street, nicely arranged.
Both pieces of property close to school,
house, within five minutes walk of depot
and business street. Both will be sold
cheap for cash or on easy terms IL pur-
chaser so desires. Apply to Thomas ].
Lynch. noy1O diff
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

Small house "a Bridge street, has six
rooms and bath. Devine water; furnace;
house nearly new in perfect repair. viii
sell al a bargain. Write or call at De-
vines drug store, Augusta, Me.
1UI11 diff
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

FREE OF Notwithstanding Of every
kind promptly executed. Persons wanting
New York goods will find it to their adj
vantage to address Mrs. f. p. Richard
son. 3 East 18th street, New York.
aurdllm*
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

Talk about WALL PAPERS, you make
a great mistake in purchasing before you
see f. w. Colby'S wall papers and learn
his prices. Drop him Il postal; and have
him come and show you his samples.
M
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

A number of desirable residences in Au-
gusta, Maine, varying in prices from $3.50
to $500; also several 10 to Is acre places
in the suburbs of this city; one two-story
house and lot in Lewiston, Maine A
number of farms in Kennebec county, va
rying in price from $1,000 to $S0OO Houses
and tenements to let. e. W. Whtehouse
Attorney. Augusta. Me. janldtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

For the cure of Alcoholic, Morph' ne
and other drug addictons attend the
Maine Kelley Institute at 151 Congress
St. Portland, Maine.
Aprl3 mon& frilyr
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

House and stable on the Togus road, 3th
miles from Augusta bridge Buildings in
quire on premises or of Pope Gibbs. To-
gus news stand. apr13,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15
-AIAAShA!!

If you are going to Alaska write at
once for latest information, books and
maps of the Gold Fields" mailed Free.
We are sending another expedition into
the Golden North" No man ought to
go alone or in a company of two or three
The advantage of being one of large
party of skilled New England men with
expert miners, can not be overestimated.
our secretary. w. II. Jeffrey with an
expedition of 26. is now in Alaska. We
have had experience and know just what
is required ALAS1< -kLON-
DIXIE GOLD SYNDICATE, PORTLAND,
ME- APPS, d2wSw4w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15
TO CURE A COLD ONE DAY

Take Laxative Bromo Quininc Tablets All drug
gsts refund the money II l.. fails to cure. 25c
The genuine has l.. b. q. on each tablet
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

An American middle aged lady would
Ike situation as housekeeper in hotel
or in gentlemans family. or COMPANION
TO some invalid or elderly lady in or near
Augusta or Gardiner. Me. Address Mrs
Geo. \. Kay, South Peacham, Vermont.
aDrli VS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

HOTEL. FOR SALE-The well known
Stevens House, Togus, Me-, Is for sale in
Guiding furniture and fixtures all ready to
go on with the business. The buildings
all new, good roomy barn. carriage
house and sheds. good ice house all filled.
Reason for selling. Ill health of present
owner. For further particulars call at
the house or address. a. w. Stevens.
Prop, Stevens House. Togus, or Will
Hanson & BurleiEh, Augusta.
march15, diff
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

To-day ten capable girls for general
housework: also housekeeper in a small
family in the city, age not over 81. must
be capable and neat. Nice situations in
small families now waiting for capable
girls. Reliable help always to be had on
snort notice at Mrs. Lizzie Boyes. 223
Water street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

on The ProUuce Exchange:
Bl Steady; creimories, liHl9:
dairies, llul,
CHEESE quiet: >aS4,
EGGS Firm: fresh, O.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

The Captain Chapman farm, situate in
Augusta on the CoOmbs' Mills road, two
miles from Kennebec bridge Over 100
acres of land: buildings in fine order.
Eight hundred dollars spent on buildings
alone within the last two years. Apply
to Lendall Titcomb, Augusta, Me.
may6,dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

Farm for sale one mile east of Gardiner
and Randolph bridge on Togus road, con-
tanning 100 acres, well divided into pas
turage and tillage, cuts 80 tons of hay.
good wood lot, fine orchard of apples and
pears, we'll watered, fine two story house
and ell, stables, two barns, all in good
repair. Apply to w. E. Moore. Randolph,
Me. Box y. aprlldlmo'
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7==7777------777777l777 7-''-7777----l-lll-s
FOUND.

Ia Manchester a pocket book contain
ing money. Owner can have same by
proving property ana paying charges
James W. Morrill,. Augusta, Me.
aprl4dlWs
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

Fine farm in Hallowell. ~ miles from
post office, on Winthrop road-best road
in the county. SiXty-tive acres cuts %
tons hay: 800 apple trees, also berries and
early fruit; cider mill; splendid chance
for vinegar factory or evaporation. Build
ings in excellent condition; house, two
buildings. W. II. Perry, at HalloWel Ma
tional Bank. apryd2w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

i. w. Spencer No. % Winthrop street
will loan money on any kind of personal
property. decd ,dtf*
MADAM BRANN- Clairvoyant is at ~
Gage street, Augusta, Me. oct25 DIFF
Mrs. Knowles and Simmons have
opened rooms for all kinds of dressmak-
ing at p Melville St. apr2 d2w'
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

a position as housekeeper in a small
family, by a respectable middle aged
American lady. Address. Housekeeper,
Augusta. Me, No. Winthrop street.
apr1pd1w*
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

General jobbing work. VIII take up
beat and lay carpets. Garden work of all
kinds. Cellars, ceSspools, etc. cleaned
and put in first class order. Work and
prices guaranteed satisfactory. Refer
ences if desired. Postal card will receive
prompt attention. William Devoe II Ken
dali St. apr12 d2w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

UNDERTAKING BUSINESS, caskets.
collins, robes handles. plates. trimmings.
etc. A good chance for any one who
wishes a good stock for low price to
go into the business. Shall continue to
furnish collins and baskets at less than
usual prices until disposed of. G. Ii.
Wells. Concert hail. opposite court house,
Augusta. Me.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

Wheeler & Wilson sewing machines, ro-
tary motion and ball bearings, quiet
rapid and durable. A liberal discount on
cash sales for a few weeks. If in need
of a machine. drop me a card or call and
see 1.-THE magic silent sewer Everett
Withee. Augusta. Me. mar3l. d1mos
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

Man with team to collect junk. rags.
etc, in Augusta. Hallowell and Gardiner.
Steady job to steady man. Address
with references +. p. Berry, Box 1881,
Portland, Me. apr1id1w*
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

In Hallowell. pleasant cottage house on
Second street. seven rooms. good repair
stable; fruit trees and garden plot. Fine
spring water. Apply at once. w. Fl.
Perry. at Hallowell National Bank.
aprSd2W
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15
LOST.

Thursday afternoon. lady's black silk
umbrella, solid silver tip. engraved with
initials al NJ. w" Finder will be suit
ably rewarded by leaving at Augusta
Journal office or Gardiner National Bank
lnez NJ. Wakefield. aprl5dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

PIANOS Some great bargains now
offered at piano rooms of Melville
Smith, 30 Winthrop street. Don't fall to
call and see them. Also q line of piano
stools and chairs feh9itf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

The people to know that they can have
their stoves stored in a dry loft, cleaned,
backed and set up in the fall, for g. by
Malcolm K Dyer mar29 diff
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

A professional carver and statue cutter
either marble or granite is looking for
employment. Apply to Achiile l.. F'alconi
+. .. Box 553. HaIlowell Me
apr1idlWt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

Twenty White Wyandotte pullets and
two cOckerels, splendid layers. Inquire
at 81 Bangor street. aprl3dlw+
Second hand organ. old reliable make.
in excellent order. Will be sold at a bar
gain for cash or on easy terms. W. A.
Carlisle Hotel Johnson. aprl0dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15
To Cure Headache in is Minutes.

Take Dr. Davis Anti-Headache. All drug
gsts. ianlS.eO11y
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

FOR SALE OR TO LET, farm situated
in Augusta, Church hill road. about ~
acres. well divided in wood, tillage and
pasture. Good buildings two orchards.
For fun particulars inquire on place or
address +. A. Phelan, Augusta, Me.
aprl3 dlW*
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

capable experienced girl for general
housework. No. 10 Winter street.
aprl2.dlW*
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

Parties with 5000 to purchase one-half
of good paying business. None but
Address by letter, Manager, journal Of
fee, Augusta, Me. dec15,dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

The third story of granite front build
ing. recently occupied by the Celtic Pub
fishing Co. Inquire of Geo. e. Macomber
Fah1cdkP
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

A secondhand Chickering square piano,
for sale or rent cheap. Apply at J. F..
Fuller'S residence. mar17dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

Dry. clean stable for storage purposes.
Apply at 81 Bangor street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

AT once a good rent from 50 to SIG per
month. References. d. \. F.. Journal
once, Augusta, Me. aprlidtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15
TO LET.

fine tenement of seven rooms at 90
Crosby street; bath. all modern improve
mentS; all in good repair. Three minutes
walk from Water street Low rent In
Quire of Kinsman. deer diff
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

acres of new land will cut 10 tons of hay.
can be made to cut more: early land high
and dry all in good shape. one mile from
the city. Sold at a bargain. Inquire at
c. Il. Murphy's, druggist, Augusta, Me.
april d1W%
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

A house of seven rooms, five down
stairs, two up, all finished; good cellar;
hard ana soft water in the house: car
riage house and barn. and hen house
will accommodate 100 hens; 81 apple trees,
! year old Mum trees IurranI bushes
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15
MUNYON'S

Cold Cure cures colds in the head. colds on the
nngs, old colds. new colds and obstinate colds, and
III forms of grip. Stops sneezing discharges from
NE nose and eyes. prevents catarrh. dnhtheria
pneumonia, and ali throat and lung troubles. These
pleasant little pellets absolutely harmless have
s.ved Thousands of lives and r evented much sick
aess. The Munyon Remedy Company prepare q
Gparate cure for each disease. At all druggists
. cents vial. If you need medical advice write
trof Munyon, 1906 Arch Street, Philadelphia; 1t Is
absolutely free.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

Miss NJ e. Sheehan. 50 Court street, is
prepared to call at homes to do first
class work in shampooing, manicuring.
pedcuring and chiropody. apr5dlmS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

AGENTS WANTED-MURAT HAL
try in War" and our relations with for
eign nations All about our army. navy
coast defences. the Maine Disaster Spain
her army and defences. All about Cuba
her relations to the United States and her
defences. All about the Armies ana
Navics of all other Nations and how they
will ext in our fight with Spain. Over 500
pages. Magnificent illustrations, photo
graphs. etc. one agent sold 50 in one day;
others are making 81 to $39 per day. Most
liberal terms guaranteed. 20 days credit,
price low. freight paid. Handsome outfit
free. Send u two-ccnt stamps to pay
postage. National Educational Union,
.,24 Dearborn street, Chicago. aprlld6t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

BOARD-Lowest rates in the city for
first-claSS board. Gentlemen, 500 per
week board and room. Ladies. $3.50 per
week Rooms without board, 81 per week.
MIS-. Howe, Is Gage street. aprGdtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15
WANTED.

reSsmaking; first class work at reason
able prices. Mis-. NJ. +. Ella. No. Grove
ST, Augusta. dprl5 d2w*
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

BOARDERS WANTED at No. 4 Flagg
Place. Also rooms to rent. mar29.dtf
Maine Yankees" to work for us selling
nursery stock. Steady job, pay weekly.
experience not necessary, exclusive terri
tory. Outfit free. Apply at once, HOMER
N. CHASE & Co, Auburn, Me.
mar30d1m
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

Store suitable for furniture buSinees.
Four floors and basement: elevator run
by electric motor. The upper floors can
be arranged for desirable ol1ce0. Inquire
Of Atkinson Furnishing Co.. ~ Water
street, Augusta. 5anAatt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

Situation by an American woman in
widowcr'S family. Please can at No. 6S
North street and oblige. aprl5, DIT
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

Inc rooms in the Quimby block, recent
~ occupied by the Gospel Banner.
Macomber. Farr & Whitten. jan29dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-15

A desirable tenement five rooms. cor
ner Of Court and SeWall streets Apply
to W. G. Boothby. at Kennebec Savings
Rank. foh66ff
The times., 1898-05-15
Miss Emma Thursby,s Medal.

No one can ever meet Miss Emma
Thursby without noticing that she
wears always about her neck, or fas-
tened at some part of her gown, a large
and unique looking medal. The curios-
ity is then piqued as to its history,
which is indeed full of interest.
Alexander II, Emperor of Russia, was
an ardent lover of music. AT the time
of his visit to Great Britain he heard
for the first time, at Her Majesty's
Theater in London, Therese Caroline
Tfetjens, the great prima donna of the
day. She was then giving her imper-
sonation of Valentine in ''The Hugue-
nots' Alexander was enchanted with
her mighty soprano voice so sweet and
rich, as well as her style of acting,
which was noble and pure. She be-
came a great favorite with him. and he
would never miss, if possible, an oppor-
tunity to hear her sing. AS a mark of
his favor, he presented her with the
medal, simply requesting that at her
death she would bequeath it to one as
great as she.
The medal is fully three inches in
diameter, and is of Persian antiquity,
although the large turquoise in the CEN
ter is a Russian amulet. 1t is sup
posed to prosper the wearer, and is a
token of distinction. In its peculiar
workmanship it is without rival. A