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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
The Veneer OF the Brute.
Gouisvilie Courier-Journal.)

The conduct Of the Spaniards in Cuba
ought to forbid them from talking of
their fine manners. The centuries of op
preston that have made that beautiful
island a living hell. instead of almost
paradise as it might have been under bet
ter rule. should Keep them silent. What
is the use of the fine manners of men
who deliberately set to work to starve
million people. who wage war on women
ami children. who arrest neutralS on false
charges and impriSon them where they
cannot communicate with the outside
world, who shoot prisoners without
trial and generally conduct themselves as
tiendS in human shape?
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

perate. chances. They have been re-
warded by victory. as decisive and
brilliant as has ever befallen American
arms upon the ocean.
If WI except the naval victory of
Japan over China in the Yalu river this
is the first real battle between modern
navies, and the whole world will study
it's slightest detail with absorbing in
terest. One gratifying fact 1t shows is
that american skill and American
valor can win great victories in the
most modern battleships as well as in
the old time men Of war This crush
ing defeat for Spain may bring her to
minatng the war much sooner than
has been generally expected. She
must know that if the fleets of Samp-
son or Schley are given an opportunity
they will do in the Atlantic what
Dewey did in the Pacific. The defeat
will no doubt cause trouble for Spain
at home. as the ignorant masses have
been led to believe that their navy was
inVincible.
All honor to Dewey and his gallant
boys Write his name on the immortal
honor roll with those of Jones, Hull,
Decatur, Lawrence, Perry, Farragut.
Cushing and our other naval heroes.
The naval battle at Manila will go on
record as one Of the great epoch MAX
ing trumps of American history
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
A Plea for Cut a.
1seprinted from The Boston Cioba
N1U o., 1879

Reprinted from The Boston Globa 80
Nov. %, 1881 u
Accused the Spanish nation,
Accurse1 the Spanish name,
Humanity Is outraged:
the world, aghast cries. ashar,,,
Down with the flag Of the Snaniarn.'
Down with the Spanish sway
The blood Of the murdered C,tha,.
FOR vengeance calls, today.
Fit out the armed vessels
Man them with eager crews,
never 70 shores Of freedom
was borne more rnaddenjng neua,
say 70 the insolent nation.
Adding still shame to shame
This Is the end of violence
And the rule of evil famer'
Say to the struggling Cubans:
Here IS an aiding hand.
Ana the help Of fearless natinn
OF a near and mighty land.
one that has met oppression
Ever with sword Of might.
Friend of humanity ever,
Friend of the truth and right,
Deeds of the Spanish nation
Stains on the Spanish name
Ever and ever repeated
fill up the measure Of shame
How long shall blood cry to Heaven.
tnavenged blood Of the slain?
Waken, . nation, waken,
Wipe out the blot, and the stain,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
4 ssgsklS| rN''EsI! @, CONVENTION
VIII BE HELD IN
..cITYAALL,.AucUsTA,
Tuesday, June 7th, 1888,
E lat 1890 A. NJ,

For the purpose of nominating three
candidates foryssenators, one candidate
for sheriff one candidate for register OF
deeds. one candidate for county attorney.
one candidate for county treasurer. one
candidate for county commissioner, all
to be voted for at the September election:
and transacting any other business that
may properly come before it.
The basis of representation will be as
follows: Each city and town and planta-
ton will be entitled to one delegate, ana
for each 10 votes cast for the Republican
candidate for Governor in 1896, an ad1l-
tional delegate, and for fraction of ~
votes in excess of 20 votes, further adj
ditional delegate-aS follows:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
Augusta to the Troops.

With streets thronged by enthusiasts
tic thousands, with the pealing of bells
and the booming of cannon, with the
air filled with fiuttering flags, with
cheers and applause, With music ana
parade, Augusta gave, yesterday, well
come from its heart to the National
days of the civil war has Names Cap
ital been SO demonstrative III its pat
riotism, and every boy in blue from the
veteran of dozen musters TO the latest
recruit, was given to plainly under
stand that Augusta honors him and is
proud of him.
The troops made magnificent show
ing as they marched through the
streets to Camp Powers. No state viii
offer as it's quota toward the $4,000 vol
unteers Il better appearing body of
young men. or more efficient soldiers
than Maine This State raises men,
and she offers her best to our country.
Yesterday was a great day, both for
Augusta ana the National Guard. 1t
was a glorious occasion, acting as an
inspiration to soldier ana civilian alike.
The city cordially welcomes the troops,
and hopes that whether or not they are
ordered to the front. their stay here
win he pleasant TO them. The state
looks to them to maintain her proud
name and knows thar her confidence is
not misplaced.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
The Third District Republican
Convention
WILL BE HELD IN
CITY HALL, AUGUSTA,
Tuesday, June %, 1898.

for the purpose of nominating a cand-
date for Representative to 56th Congress
of the United States 10 be voted for at
the September election. Also to select a
district committee and to transact any
other business that may properly come
before it.
The basis of representation will be as
follows: Each city, town and plantation
will be entitled to one delegate. and for
each 10 votes cast for the Republican cam
didate for Governor in 1896, an additional
delegate, and for a fraction of 10 votes in
excess of 10 vetes, a further additional
delegate. Vacancies in the delegation of
any citY town or plantation can only be
filled by a resident of the county in which
the vacancy exists.
The District committee will be in session
in the city council rooms of City hall. at
9 o'clock on the morning of the conven-
tiOn for the purpose of receiving the ere
dentals of delegates. Delegates. in order
to be eligible TO participate in the conven-
ton. must be elected subsequent 10 the
date of the call for this convention.
Per order. ~
j. W. BLACK,
2. O. NICkERY.
CHARLES H. DRUMMEY,
w. rs WILDES.
- Committee.
Augusta, May 2, 1898.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

navy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
Advantages OF War.
louisville Courier-JournalD


War has some advantages to set off
against its notable disadvantages. 1t af-
fordS occupation for men who are unwill-
ingly idle, either by going into the army
and navy themselves or by filling the
places of those who abandon employment
to take part in the war. 1t gives oppor-
tunities for distinction and promotion. 1t
creates a demand for a great deal of war
material. including military clothing, coal
and other commodities that are needed in
larger quantities in war than in peace.
Besides. it gives an outlet for much ais
content that prevails in time of peace.
raises the spirit of the people and draws
of minor Importance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

Henry Clews the banker says: THE
best way to bring the war to a speedy
termination is for us to take the Phil
lppine Islands from Spain and then
trade them back for Cuba. This
would satisfy Spanish honor, as Cuba
in that case would only be given UP for
full value, and, as Cuba is the bone of
contention with US. honors would be
easy"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
Distressing Stomach Disease.

Permanently cured by the mastery
power of South American Nervne Tonic.
Invalds need suffer no longer because
this great remedy can cure them all. 1t
is a cure for the whole world of stom-
ach weakness and Indigestion. The cure
begins with the first dose. The relief it
brings is marvellous and surprising. 1t
makes no failure never disappoints. No
matter how long you have suffered, your
cure is certain under the use of this great
health-giving force. Pleasant and always
safe. Sold by Bowditch, Webster 4 Co.,
Druggist, Augusta, Me.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
Don't Worry About Business.
(Minueapolis Journal.)

Why should this war seriously injure
business? 1t is extra territorial; it causes
greater activity in certain lines OF indus
try; it cannot interfere with the bounty
Of the harvcsts. Why. England has two
or three wars going on nearly all the
time and thinks nothing of it as a BUSH
ness dsturber. the scenes Of the con
iiicts being remote from the vicinity of
her great commercial and industrial cen
tiers. Let's not get scared too easily; it
won't do any good
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
Business Conditions and Cuba.
fBoston Globe.)

Already men who had predicted that
opening OF this war are ConfesSing their
mistake They were misled by the de-
preston which existed while the nation
was creeping around uncertainty in the
shadow of a threatened trouble. ana they
believed that war would but intensity
that depression. That this was an erro-
noons view All trade reports are even now
lea
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

Vacancies in any delegation can only De
filled by such delegation.
Delegates, in order to participate in the
convention, must be elected subsequent
to the date of the call for this convention.
The county committee will be in ses-
sion in the ante-room of the hall at III
o'clock on the morning of the conventlon'
for the purpose of receiving the eredeh-
tialS of the delegates
Per order of the Republican count!
committee.
WILLARD NJ. DUNN, Chairman.
f. c. STEVENS, Secretary.
May 2, 1898. 49, II
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

Strange that the first great blow in
our war of intervention for Cuban free
dom should be struck many thousand
world from Cuba. But it is blow that
tolls
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

Brave old Gloucester has already
United States naval service since the
call came, a handsomer showing than
has been made by any other single port
along the coast. Every year she makes
a noble sacrifice to the sea- and her
sons do not know what fear is.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
No Time for Politics.
Chicago Times Herald.D

Chicago Times Herald)
This is no time for playing politics.
The nation is at war. and every energy
of the people must be devoted to max
ing mat war as short and rs decisive as
possible with the least injury to the peo-
pie of the United States.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
The Duty OF the Hour.
Chicago Tribune.)

This is the time 10 remember that all
party lines should cease at the shore.
Congressman who cannot remember that,
and who play at partisan politics as
though the country were not at war. new
er will be forgiven. The duty Of the
hour II to support the President Loyalty.
He is the ommanier-in-ch and he
should be given whatever he thinks nee
..sSary- 10 carry on war yigOrOuSlV
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
Did Not Start at the Top.
Chicago Inter-Ocean.)

1T might not be out of place to mention
the fact that Hannibal. Caesar Alexan-
der. Marlborough. Frederick Washington
Bonaparte Grant and all the other ia
nous warriors of ancient and modern his
tory had to learn the, business of soldier
ing before they We're placed in charge of
hrigadeS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
A Point in Piracy.
(MiuneapOliS TribuneD

The whine of the Spanish government
over the capture of the Buena Ventura
as an act of piracy sounds strangely III
the light of its inhuman record in Cuba.
where all the rules of civilized warfare
have been wholly ignored; to say nothing
of its Indifference toward the terrible
fate which befell the Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

Congress should not adjourn before
making provision for the establishing
of plants capable of supplying our army
and navy with an adequate supply of
SmokeleSS powder.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

No matter how many orders are re-
ceived, no beer ever leaves the best
German breweries until it has been
standing for at least three months.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
Always Ready.

(st. Louis Globe-Democrat1
Our volunteers are falling into line at a
moments notice as in former years.
Times change and generations pass, but
the American volunteer is always ready
and has ALWAYS boon inVinCihle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

and the American government are NOV
ing forward to accomplish great pur-
pose. They are not talking, becaus. this
is the time for action. appontmcnts
may come; vessels may be lost: armies
may be repulsed, but still the purpose will
remaln and It's anhleNement viii be sure.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
Spain's Colonial Incapacity.
cleveland Plain Dealer


If Spain has proved anything at all she
has proved her utter incapacity to con-
duct colonial government. Spain could
neither prevent nor suppress the insur-
rection. Her administration has been a
monument of inadequacy. Nowhere else
in the world do there exist such striking
evidences of governmental incompetency.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
Dangerous Enemies.
Indianapolis Journal.D

The most dangerous enemies this gov
eminent has at present are those of It's
own household who would tie its hands
in the matter of borrowing money or
handicap it with a financial policy that
wound mean certain DISGRACE.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

Spain knows how a small mouse feels
when it is in a corner with a large
Thomas cat shutting off all avenues of
escape.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

The supply of food at Havana is get
ting low, but the imprisoned rhetoric
ure.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

The Paris ana Topeka have arrived
safely and will lie ready for business at
once. Equal good fortune to the ore
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY

Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets All drug
gists refund the money if it fails to cure. 25c.
The genuine has l.. r. Q. on each tablet
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

Now let Spain adopt Uncle Joe Hol-
denis theory and go jump off the earth,
before it is kicked off.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

are taking their medicine with pretty
good grace. considering its bitterness.
AS nearly everybody knows. the COM
pany is made uD of the swell young
gentlemen of the town who thought it
would be very fine thing to swagger
about in military toggery, enjoying the
parade and display Of the service with
none of its dangers and hardships.'
A Bath man in March invested $40
in a wheat deal and Tuesday last sold
out at a profit of $l06.-Bath Indepen-
dent
Not a bad rate Of interest, il the In
dependent really means what is says
$1o6 for the use of $40 one month.
Philadelphia Press: Ex-Gov. Garce-
lon, of Maine, aged 81, is willing to en-
list. Whatever the country asks Of its
ton Of age.
The tramp problem is getting "a seri-
Gus one at Bath. The hoboes are as
sailing the city on all sides. and their
assault almost makes the city forget
the bugaboo of the Spanish armada
HalloWell has war of it's own upon
its hands, the one il is waging against
the catcrpillars. Charlie Choate has
gathered in 1900 belts and has been
awarded the 81 prize offered by the
local Improvement society.
Says correspondent: Il know Of no
town of its size, that keeps it's build
ings repaired and painted and its
lawns as neatly trimmed as Canton
does" Would that every town in
Maine tried To carry off first honors in
self respect.
Arbor day is just a week off. but Ban
gor is up-to-date and beyond it, as us
ual. Along Mt. Hope avenue $50 young
elms have just been set out by the
park commission. the trees themselves
having been bought by generous citi-
Zens, That is "a grand good work, for
which future generations viii bless
Bangor's present progressive spirit.
. While many granite men are dole
fully bewailing the damaging effect of
war on their business, from one Of the
Hancock county quarrits comes more
cheerful note. The superintendent of
the quarry writes. The war has had
no bad effect on our business SO far.
and We do not apprehend any trouble
on that account The outlook for a
successful season has not been so good
for us FOR years as it is at present"
Here is a story they are telling on a
trolley conductor in the employ of an
Eastern Maine company. There being
a slight wait a certain member Of the
sex which IS not considered eligible for
enlistment and may therefore be sat
on with impunty. got the benefit of his
/ ruling passion. Here is their CONVERSE
ton:
The Woman-"Are you going to the
Bangor house,"
The Cenductor-"N madame"
The Wpman-"Is this car going TO the
Bangor house, them"
The Conductor-"N madame"
The Woman-"W ell-er-er--is this
the car 70 take TO go to the Bangor
! house,"
The Conductor-"It is, madame; it
passes the door"
She clambered in, ana the villain
smiled on.
One Of the sad sights in Brewer,
T
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
VOICES OF THE PRESS.
We Prefer to See the Beauty.


a Cuban bcauty's eyes are described as
resting upon and following you-large.
dark and beaming. half veiled with long
lids and iasheS." Now is the time To vol
untcpr.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

Spain is sadly lacking in cash, credit,
coal, and cause. Also her supply OF
ships is rapidly decreasing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

1t is an actual fact, a plain and
Augusta, last week, who had not before
heard that Uncle Sam was having any
trouble with Spain.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

Put the battle of Manila on the list
of immortal victories for the American
navy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

1t is Camp Powers, too not Camp
Richards as some papers still call it,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

The Maine troops can never be con-
WINGED that hospitable Augusta is not n
patriotic city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
Diagnosed.
(Fronl Punch.)

Patient-I'm feeling wretchod. doctor
l take no interest in anything, have no
appetite, can't seep--
Doctor-Why don't you marry the girl?
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

If Sampson or Schley have a chance
they will Guido Dewey.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

Brave old Dewey and his men re-
membered the Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

are taking their medicine with pretty
good grace. considering its bitterness.
AS nearly everybody knows. the COM
pany is made uD of the swell young
gentlemen of the town who thought it
would be a very fine thing to swagger
about in military toggery, enjoying the
parade and display Of the service with
none of its dangers and hardships."
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

One Of the sad sights in Brewer,
one day recently, was car conductor
endeavoring TO collect fare Of police
,,,or
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

The only doubling voice of the wal
comes from Fort Fairfield where the
Northern Leader says THE outcome OF
the war is uncertain
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

Philadelphia Press: Ex-Gov. Garce-
lon, of Maine, aged 81, is willing to en-
list. Whatever the country asks Of its
sons he certainly thinks it's not ques-
ton Of age.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
So We Will Keep the Course.
Chicago Inter-O

Washington is again the center of the
worlds interest. The American people
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03
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) Maine Qi0gsirp.|
The National Guard.

TUG Noliuhui
Where village snires in sleep abiie;
Where buildings tower on high:
all the quiet countryside.
And where the cities lie.
There swell at word lusty band
In garh of motley hue.
Who ut the huele notes command
Are citizens in blue.
\ patient throng. DER dusty road
Ger hard and ochoing street.
Mid heat ana cold they've grimiy strobe
Nor rocked their blistcrng feet.
They've drilled in field ana dingy hall
When long days tasks We're through
And now they're ready for the cali
These citizens in blue.
They've felt the scorn of friendly foes
Who watched them but to jeer;
They've seen the angry mob oppose
Their bayonctS auStCre;
But now, behold Il nation. thrilled,
Would ask what they can do
Their answer isl our ranks are filled
With citizens in blue.'
And thus a couchant host they wait.
Close to their hearthstones' glow.
From Plymouth to the Golden Gate,
The lakes to Mexico.
Their knapsackS packed. their rifles
secured.
Their hands and courage true
Sweet heart nor mother finds a coward
In citizens in blue.
Chicago Times Herall.
Salute the colors.
Hats off to the boys in blue.
Camp Powers is now the Capital Of
Maine.
1t is Camp Powers. too. not Camp
Richards as some papers still call it.
The Maine troops can never be con-
patriotic city
1t is an actual fact, a plain and
simple truth, that Sidney man visited
Augusta, last week, who had not before
heard that Uncle Sam was having any
trouble with Spain.
The only doubling voice of the war
comes from Fort Fairfield where the
Northern Leader says THE outcome of
the war is uncertain
Every man who marched to Augusta,
yesterday should rest assured that his
present position will be ready for him
when he returns home, be it this week,
or after Il long experience in actual
warfare.
Many Maine home is clouded with
loneliness and sorrow, today, for some
loved one now in camp al Augusta.
War is war, however just the cause,
and it brings its sacrifice and grief to
almost every life. May fate be kind to
our boys in blue, and to those who hold
them dear.
The Waterville Mail is unnecessarily
rough on the Bangor company when it
says: 1T must be said in favor of the
lads of the Bangor company that they
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

No notice whatever will be taken of
unsigned communications.
The Journal cannot he held rcSpOn-
sible for the preservation or return of
rejected communications.
Address all communications relating
to subscriptions and advertisements to
DURLEIGH & FLYNT Publishers, Au
gusta, Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

A Bath man in March invested $40
in a wheat deal and Tuesday last sold
out at a profit of $106.-Bath Indepen-
dent.
Not a bad rate OF interest, il the In
dependent really means what Is says
$106 for the use of $40 one month.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

It is certainly a war of magnificent
distances.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-03

The tramp problem is getting "a seri-
Gus one at Bath. The hoboes are as
sailing the city on all sides. and their
assault almost makes the city forget
the buGaboo Of the Spanish armada