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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-19

And from their affairs, faithful men
Gods truth and mercy tell.
There are homesteads on the ridge Q
land
That the settlers called Beach Hill
And the legend of its name comes back
And claims remembrance still
How a mother gazed at the yellow sand
Like that by the oceans foam
And smiled Through tears, as she softl
said,
Bleach Hill is the name of our home.
At the foot of the pleasant hillsides
In the north part of the town,
The stream called Thirty Mile River
Escapes Lake Lovejoy's bound
To rush with rapid torrent
Through the cleft the valley makes
And lose its fretted waters
In Pocasset and Rounding lakes.
Within the rim of these circling hills
The village of North Wayne lies;
EMPOWERED in maple, elm and oak,
Its homes and church arise,
The shining lakes on either side
A landscape fair are seen.
Haunts of the heron, duck and loon.
And bright with lilies sheen.
The low-roofed shops that cluster
Close on the banks of the stream
Are hives of busy workers,
Through the open dOOrways seen.
From early dawn till night fall.
The FORCES glow and shine
And the clang and clatter of hammers
To the ring of the steel keeps time
The echo of their music
Resounds across the lakes
And mingles with the hum and stir
The sister village makes.
The bells of each call sweetly
Over the blue waves foam
Anu link with common interests
Their people and their homes.
SO past her fiftieth mile stone
Prospered in generous store.
Wayne, counting blessings over
Dares hardly ask for more.
But even now the shadow
OF mighty woe seems near,
Over the land from North to South,
Trembling it brings, and fear.3
For the voice of the Lord hath spoken
As He spake beyond the sea.
Break the letters from OFF their feet
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-19

On its broad breast two emerald islands
bore,
With meadows green upon its farthcyt
shore,
Where slow stream on which no ripplcs
play
Glides noiselessly upon its quiet way,
Till the broad river rushing madly on
Engulfs its sluggish tide and then is gone.
Distinct and clear on the horizons verge.
The dazzling peaks of the White Hills
emerge,
While nearer northward. clothed in azur.
mist,
Mt. Blue stands radiant with sunlight
kissed.
On every side. where'er they turn their
gaze,
Its beauty charms. its merit wins their
praise.
And like the ancient spies, in solemn
mood.
They judgment give, Behold. the land Is
good.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-19
the audience by his rare wit and lively

manner.
Mr.. bennett said in part:
Il was pressed into the service not
Is minutes ago, and l wish l too was
in Wisconsin, or anywhere rather than
here speaking just this minute.
There is one thing certain, il am &c
speak at the next centennial / wish
to be notified before the day arrives.
We all knew we would be welcomed to
the town. All we sons and daughters,
I suppose I am son-I surely am not
q daughter-are glad to get back to
the old place. True 1 was not born
here, but to me it is the dearest spot
on earth. If Wayne's name was to be
changed l would accept no other than
Paradise. The only thing that mars
the happiness of the day for me is the
missing of many faces whom l used to
know and who have gone on before
us"
He also paid Hiram Maxim a compli-
ment. by saying son of Wayne was
heard around the world recently, and
that was when Dewey captured the
Spanish fleet in Manila harbor amid
the cracking of the Maxim guns.
Letters of regret at their inability
to be present were read from Con-
gresham Burleigh, Governor Powers
and Senator Frye.
Prof. Hiram B. Lawrence of Holyoke
Mass, formerly of Wayne, and a grad
uate of Bowdoin college, was intro
duced as orator of the day. His ora
ton was excellent. He has a good
voice, his subject was well and beauti-
fully handled, and he held the closest
attention of the audience throughout
He said he felt highly honored at
being asked to speak on such an occa
sion-the occasion of the Tooth anniver-
sary of town that was incorporated
only % years after the signing of the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-19
Oallr kenl,ebec 3ournaL.
WAYME's CENTENNIAL.
tcontinued from page ~


Although she is a hundred today.
Wayne has put on her gala day attire
and bids you to her feast. You will dc
tne old lady honor and make us all
glad u you Join light heartedly in her
Innocent revels. and make her last
AlEth4ay the best she has ever known
\ la aH4tn IN the name of the citi-
Z the town. bid YOU a mos
Sycrty welcome to all her good things
that this day has for you In store.
Hon. A. F. Lovejoy Of GAINESVILLE
Wds., who was to have been present
to have delivered the response to The
address Of welcome, was unable to bt
present, and telegram was reat
from him expressing his regret, ant
his undying affection for his old home
In place of Mr.. I1ovejoy Rev. Erwin
bennett Of Brooklyn, N. Y. was in
PRODUCED, and he thoroughly livenet
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-19

How. tarrying with them for little
while, ..-,.-,,. t-.rrl
\ settler onward passed with wife and
child,
Who sought. like them, the same fair
tract of land
Toward which were bent the foot stems
of this band,
And that, cen now his house of rough
logs made
Stood by the stream within the forests
shade.
As travellers on the deserts burning
waste
Sec the green oasis and onward haste.
These weary men, with hope and cour-
age new,
Rejoice TO see their journeys end in view
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-19
FAREWELL TO SANDWICH

There is stir in olden Sandwich
OF many hurrying feet,
And hearts are sore and eyes are wet,
As friends and kinsfoik meet;
For Il coaster lies in the harbor
With white sails floating free
And they who so to the Kennebec
Today on board must be.
There are earnest men and women.
And youths and piidcns fair,
And tender babes and childhood sweet.
This new strange home to share.
The hearts of the old are heavy,
Thinking that never more
They Ger will see tire pleasant town
Or tread its sea Sirt shore. r-
But the young and middle aged,
On whom the burdens fall,
Are strong with reSOlute purpose
To bear and brave them ALL
They have counted well the hardships.
Rough toll and scanty fare
And dwellings void of comforts
And dangers lurking there
Whate'er the peril, whate'er the toll.
Their stout hearts little reck,
They will found Il town. and build them
homes
Beyond the Kennebec.
No lack have they of husbandmen
To change the forest wild
To fertile fields where herds shall roam
And golden llarvests smile;
And some can WELD with ready skill
The chisel saw and plane;
Some cast from off the glowing forge
The pillow share and the chain.
The mill wright checks the sparkling
stream
To turn his busy wheel,
While, Through the giant pines, the saw
Urges its glittering steel.
And thus. for every daily need.
The settlers hands supply
The skill of homcly handicraft,
Wherein their comforts lie.
While cultured minds are haply found
Wisely to teach and guide.
Till, in the forest. church and school
Shall rise their homes beside.
And for their safety and defence,
'Gainst those of evil fame
Are men who fought with courage true
AT Stony Point with Wayne.
THE FOUNDING OFF THE TOWN.
From the summit Of Hill Morrison when
IA score OF years have gone.
Though the lakes and the winding
streams remain, the landscape is
TRANSFORMER;
The forests have bowed to the wood
mans axe, wide gaps in their shad-
oWs made
Mark where the farms of the settlers lie
amid their pleasant shade.
From every lofty hillside round, from
every nesting vale,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-19

The curling smoke from household
hearths floats on the morning gale,
The lonely trail through the forest dark
has heightened in its bound,
TIL roads. like silver ribbons. bind the
homes of the settlers round.
In place of lowly huts of logs. the we'll
built houses rise,
And to this end and for daily food, Ma
ture the means supplies;
For the streams that all the ages long
loitered child like at pla-,
Harnessed with bands to busy mills, toll
on their destined way.
Health dwells on these breezy hill tops
and hides in the pines sweet breath,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-19

To their glad eyes appeaps a lovely shore
That tells their toilsom& Journey almost
DER. 80
It is the Kennebec! its sparkling tide
In morning sunlight shOne as glorified.
Its rocky banks, majestic forests crowned
And Natures solemn stiffness reigns
around.
And dear and welcome to their homesick
eyes,
That break its waters swift and hem
them in
Just at their entrance to the sea-Seguin.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-19
xayne's Situation and Glimpscs Of lis Mis-.
tory.

This picturesque little town in the
county of Kennebec is the most west
erly town in the county. extending for
two miles farther in this direction than
any other, 1t is situated at the north
ern extremity of AndroscOggin lake.
16 miles west of Augusta. 1t Is bOr-
dered on the north by the towns Of
East Livermore, Fayette and Read
field. on the east by Winthrop. south
by Monmouth. and west by Leeds.
The town is situated in a drainage
area which is separated by heights OF
land on the north from the Sandy
river. on the east from the Kennebec.
on the west from the Androscoggin.
Beginning at the northern part Of this
area are six or seven ponds Of various
sizes, that are connected by small
streams, and all discharge themselves
at last through Dead river, into the
Androscoggin.
The surface is of the diversified
character common to New England.
supplying at the same time fruitful
soil, excellent water power. healthy
climate, and delightful scenery.
Agriculture has always been the
chief occupation Of the people, though
the manufactures have, of late years,
been very prominent. not so much.
perhaps, Of very recent years as OF
several years ago.
The story of Wayne is like that OF
many another little town in Maine. that
is of the line. of the railroad. The
cheer and hustle Of the stage coach and
marketman have gone. and little have
come In their place. The farmer il
supplied by the large manufacturing
plants with what he needs. and in re-
turn send the products Of the land.
The town has not lost anything by
the change. In return they have wider
communication, better facilities for
Transportation, travel and information.
and increased conveniences and lux
uries in rural life. Another great fac
tor in the change is the summer touc-
lists who flock here in great numbers to
enjoy the scenery, the excellent Ash
ing and the fall hunting. which %
most in the line Of partridses and tho
like.
Wayne Is noted for its charming To-
cation. Nature has rarely done a bet.
ter piece OF work in the way Of q vll-
lage site than. In this case. Situated
between two beautiful sheets Of water !
which arc connected by stream that3
has fall OF II feet. thus making n {
appear attractive to the person vA6
Continued on page ~
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~ "a
to theftQpets Cur Town ana Our 49,
cestorAy He - pleasing speaker
and the subject was right In his line.
A. . more ardent lover Of geneaiogical
matters and of his native. town never
lived than CAptain U&lfhanks
He nAid IN part: B 81, s>ss.
II u indeed : desirable tlaioe Il 4
well descended; but the alory. e +
longs 20 our aucest0F8. -Plutaych.s "a
When 4 cs1he Into town thIe meF A
ing. and the old familiar landncaSje1
came to View, my heart seemed =
tight and my spirit a. buoyant u II
forty years asp. when / used 70 Walk
to and from the old farm after III
days work was done to attend meet;
ing or b0clAl gnthefing: and while 4.
cannot truthfully say that / am -
sound Of wind and Limb a. then, 1 Win
for this day at least to be considered
one OF the boys Of Wayne 8
Fifty years ago In this community
very little care was given to history u
ancestry but that has changed now.
This town IL true type Of ali NeW
England In every respect. Settled
chiefly by the descendants OF the PHI
gflms and Puritans from the common
wealth of Massachusetts,, those sturdy
people hewed out their homes from tie
forests, and wrought early and late 10
wake the virgin soil from its long rest
to activity and support Of the white
man. A community Is what Its people
make 1t. and in all Of the relations OF
life the inhabitants of Wayne have
answered nobly for upright manhood.
The town Of Wayne has always been
strong in Its religious and moral teach
ing. and noted for It's temperance and
sObriety. It always has had good
schools and Its people have always
been Industrious, happy and law abid-
ing. ~
This town was patriotic during our
Civil War and sent many brave men
to the front-men whom l knew well.
Their names are written uDOn the war
rolls and are in the archives at our
capital. Yes, our town history con-
tains long list OF names many OF
whom gave the fuii measure OF life Tor
tneir country, ana their oeeos are
pa.. VI .is"sy "olA LOT Hecuo" siu
So~'u ness
.er,,4 80 ~, ~ 49, -
tio,, ,,,em ra.,a..,,.... 49, a.. ~
dave ~ 1899 this town dac,,raa rro,
osition in town meeting 10 accent re-
....
fruits from neishporins towns' Dut
nlied It's quota from among Its own
valiant men.
1t is because we love this Mace its
peopia ora ~. h,..orv ~. NC a..
nc
assembled mere the nundreOth ahniver-
sary, thus proving that the living are
worthy descendants of their sires. To
ne who ara of mi, roo,,,o yhat,,or
-. % =.
~" " tiis 'o"h. or ELSEWHERE ic1 u
ne the purpose OF our lives TO uphold
and honor the good name of this COM
munitv nv ALWAYS performinp tho right
g., on 90 ~ .,,o-,,t,,,, 81 re- th.t 4.
% - " M y
may ne saio OF U.S. VINO hao our Degih-
ming OF life in this town, that we have
been true to its best teaching, that Of
hcnestv and fda,;tv
MT. Pettingill spoke interestingly upon
"Our Old Flag, after which the exer-
cises In tho font closed for rho .f,erpoon
1890 - NAA> e~NAe >'oS~~ 49, sAA>
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Hiram Maxim, the famous inventor,
was called upon for few remarks before
closing. and he told briefly of his immense
gun works and shipyards in Europe. and
before closing he made another argument
for an alliance between England and the
United States. He explained that he was
advertised upon the bills to give an ex-
hihtion with his rapid fire gun, but owing
| to the Queens declaration that all guns
should be declared contraband Of war. 1t
was impossible to get a gun over here.
though he had brought a pistol arranged
| in the same manner as the gun. He said
he had something better than the gum in
the form of about 800 lantern slides and
nice stereopticon, which he should ex-
hibit thee or more nights In the town
hall. free of expense, as he had done,
wednesday night. In the hotel dining
room.
1t was great disappointment to many
that they could not see the gun, as they
had come with that express purpose.
The dinner was served on the grounds
tables were erected and settees placed
around them. For two hours the multi
tudes were fed, and the committee can
testify that it required more than the few
loaves and fishes for that multitude. No
attempt was made to count the number
who partook of the food. but all who did
can tell of the vast amount that was
eaten.
Before the settees and people could be
put back into the tent. the rain began to
fall in torrents, and there was general
scampering for shelter 1t looked like a
passing shower, but for more than an
hour all exercises were kept at stand
still by the rain. which at times beat
down with great fury. The tent was full
Of people. and they were rather damp
ened. as the water quickly went through
the tent.
This rain spoiled the latter part Of the
entertainment arranged. It was dis
appointment to the people. 1t was like
giving a darkey a whole watermelon and
then taking half away after he had eaten
the first half. Naturally he would long
for the rest, and that was just the case
with these people.
A long list Of speakers had been ar
ranged for the banquet. at which Rev.
Edwin bennett was to have presided, but
this programme was not attempted, only
so tar ar the speeches of Captain H. n
Fairbanks and Hon Sewall Pettinglll.
Capt. n. n. Faisbanks' sSesch.
Captain Henry N. Fairbanks OF Ban
COR. was next called upon to respond
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-08-19
OF noble deeds and men
God keep their memory green
With grateful tears!

w TUT 3 INNIUI tCdIS,
Loves gifts today we bring,
Our hearts own Offering
Not gems or gold,
But filial love and pride,
Tender and true and tried,
Loyal whate'er betide
Ever to hold.
God of the rolling years,
Our trust against all fears,
Our sure defence!
Protect Thou still our Town.
BE shield and bulwark round
Our homes and people found
A century hence!
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Captain Henry N. Fairbanks OF Ban
gor, was next called upon to respond
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22
 MARRIED.

Mir. Alex Rush and Miss Dee Hamil- ton, both of this city were united in marriage last Wednesday evening.
 The marriage was surprise to their parents and many friends. The young couple left home ostensably for the purpose of going tt church. They, however. repaired to the home of Mir. and Mrs. ". T. Young, on west Fifth avenue, when they were married. The bride returned home to her parents without giving the secret away, and the groom repair ed to his home.
 Mir. Rush is a istenographer at the Cotton Belt shops, and his bride is a daughter of one of the shop em- ployes.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Do not buy hard horse corn and iniure your digestion just because it is cheap. but buy MeMurry's Mount ain Brand aud get something nice.
 dtf.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Mrs. Ike Kreonberg, of Little Rock, visited in the city yesterday and at tended the full dress euchre at the Bluff City hall last night.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

When the warships get to fighting, of course you want to know some thing about Uncle Sam's Navy" Cut out the coupon and with 10 cents call at the GRAPHIC office and get Portfolio No. l.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Mir. G. H. Fowler, travelling sales man for the Hammett Grocer Co.,, is ;h the city.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Mrs. Lee Somerfeld, of Little Rock, attended the full dress euchre at the Bluff City hall last night.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Just try 1Oc box of Cascarets, the made. g cod If
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Advertising Fans at prices as low as can be found elsewhere at the Ad- ams- Wilson Printing Co. If
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Rev. John B. Culpepper and son, of Texas, and Rev. Newsome, of Ken lucky, arrived in the city this morn- ing. The tent meetings to be con- ducted by them begin tonight.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Miss Fay Taylor left today for Nashville, Tenn, where she will visit her sister, Miss Irene, who is in Bell mont College.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

We have the finest clam chowder put up. Try a can.-McCain Gro cery Co. dtf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Miss Essie Blass, of Little Rock, visited in the city and attended the euchre party at the Bluff City last night.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Mothers Praise Hoods Sarsa parilla, because, by its great blood reniching qualities, it gives rosy cheeks and vigorous appetltes to pnuy children.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

While the proht on McMurry's Mountain Brand of corn is small yet the grocers like to sell 1t as it al- ways pleases the trade. S-1S dtf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

When bilious or costive, eat Cascaret, candy eathartic. cure guaranteed. l0c. 25c. 3 g cod If
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Try Burnham's Nasty Jellycon. Nothing to do but add the hot wa ter and you have the finest gelatine made.-McCain Grocery Go. dtf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Mr. F. R. Garner, of Maryell, is in the city
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

The le eading grocers delight to sell the genuine pure baking powder named "Ferfect ;. Use it always.
 3-11 d Inn
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Mr. J. S. Mcdonnell, of Altheimer was in the city yesterday.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

MT. E. Hit Stewart, the we'll kno @n insurance man. came down from Stuttgart yesterday and is pay ing this city a business visit.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

When ordering canned corn, be sure to ask your grocer for McMur- ry's Mountain Brand. He has it and will guarantee it. 3-19 dtf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Mrs. Fannie Hester left this morn ing for Noble Lake, where she will be the guest of Mir. and Mrs F. 4. Jar wis.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Mir. E. J. Daily, of Little Rock representing the Waters Pierce Oil Cy,, is i1 the city.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Mrs. L. P. Alexander, Of Monroe, La, is guest of the Trulock today
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Mir. Floyd 4. Jarvis and little daughter, Miss Sallie, are guests oi the Trulock today.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Your neighbors use McMurry's s Mountain Brand of corn. Ask them if 1t is not the best. dtf,
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Mir. J. B. Baker. of Melbourne, is visiting in the city.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Hoods PflPs are the favorite family cathartie and liver medicine. Price 25c.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Mir. c. H. Mason, is paying this city a business visit today.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Fresh fish, oysters and celery V cry Thursday and Friday at JoE c. MEYERS dtf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Mir. J. c. Potts, of Little Rock is in the city selling flour to his Pine Bluff customers.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Mr. J. s. Williams, of Sheridan, is in the city today.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Mir. k. L. Hinckly, of Little Rock, is calling on Pine Bluff merchants to- day.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Mrs. ". D. Hearn returned yester- day from a visit to her sister at Detroit.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Stop at Gleason's Hotel when you visit Little Rock. dtf.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Prof. Piston, of Little Rock. says he will win easy, but our Pine Bluff boys don't agree with him. Contest Tuesday 26, at the opera house.
 I96t
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Mr. ". H. Turney. cattle man of Sulphur Springs, Texas. is in the city.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Don't forget the Old Maids Con- vention at the opera house Thursday night. dit.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

C4scARErs stimulate liver, kidneys and bowels. Never sicken, weaken or gripe. 3-23-eodtf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

Mir. J. H. Eddins and son returned yesterday from a weeks visit to rel atives in Tennessee.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

New line of imported groceries just received at Jog c. MEYERS. dtf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

For electric bells. wire, etc, tele- phone G. c. Cady, Old Phone, No. 400 dlm
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22
Ibe Daily Graphic. GEO. s. vAnnIHpT, City Editor.
CITY ITEMS.

MT. s. Galligan, of Tucker, is in the city.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22
CARD OF THANKS.

The Ladies Temple Aid Society desires to return their thanks to Misses Camille Heinmon, Rutch Quinn, Ruth Cosby. Rose NJ. Stifft, Normie Hutton, Nolan Blass and Brother Katzenstein, of Little Rock, for their participation in the "Kirmess" under the direction of Prof Weisner at the opera house.
 LADIES' TEMPLE AID SOCIETY.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22
CASToRIA-.

hitched his mule, sprang on it and
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

FOR SALE-A good family horse and I buggy at a bargain. Apply to Sidney Smith at R. H. Stearns & Co.'S 5-d-6t
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

| OST-At the opera house night of Kir- G mess, two children's underskirts. Find der please return to this office. APO d6t.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1898-04-22

I OST-A small black shawl, near opera L. house on night of Kirmess Finder will please return to this office. 4-19 d6t.