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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

Omaha is to open its Trans-Missis-
sippi Exposition the first of June, and
is hoping that the war excitement viii
not initiate against its success, a
very large amount of money has been
expended upon the buildings. and some
very fine exhibits have already been
put in place. Its projectors are hope
full that the attendance will be large
ly increased by tourists, who will not
go abroad the coming summer on ac-
count of the war with Spain. This may
or may not prove true, but the Expo
sition certainly deserves success, even
if it has the misfortune to open at Il
time when the people of this country
are thinking Of other things.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

The dispute over two provinces be-
tween Chile and Peru is to be settled
in an odd manner. The question Of
jurisdiction is to be voted upon by the
people of the provinces themselves,
and their verdict is to be final. Civili-
cation is certainly progressing when
such methods are chosen to settle in
tefnational disputes over territory.
1t may be expected to reach it's height
when Europe adopts 50 good a fashion.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

At the present time there are over
10000 enlisted men in the United States
Navy. This large expansion has been
accomplished SO quietly and with such
little effort that it is difficult for the
country to realize that there has been
an increase of so per cent. in the num-
Der of its bluejackets since July l.,
1897. But the end has by no means
been reached. The Navy Department
estimates that it will have $4,000 men
afioat if the war continues.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

The decision of President Mckinley
in favor of increasing the discretionary
powers of his admirals and squadron
commanders and for more vigorous
prosecution of the war has met with
popular approval, particularly from
those who have been inveighins
against the naval strategy board
Much of the criticism directed against
the board has been i'll founded, an1
While the new order of campaign trans
fers a great deal of responsibility from
its members to the commanders at
sea, the board has not been abolished,
but Will continue in an advisory capac-
ity, and when deemed necessary will
direct the movements of the squadrons.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

first man to volunteer, was that dash
ing eX-Confederate, Joe Wheeler. now
a Yankee major general. AS years
pass no doubt others will claim this
honor, but Gen. Wheeler seems 70
have strongest claims upon it. Six
months ago he wrote a letter to the
President offering his services, and
asking commission in case of war
with Spain, and he has been to the
White House and the War Department
at least twice week. and sometimes
every day, on this business ever since
hostilities became threatening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23
The Departure Of Our Regiment.

Off to Chickamauga. This is the day
that Names soldier boys have long
looked forward to, the day when they
should leave their native state for the
front. After three weeks in camp at
Augusta, the 1st Maine Regiment of
Volunteers, full thousand strong, the
manhood of a grand old State, marches
away into active service for the flag
ment that fills its quota of infantry
1t is, without exception, well differed
and its men are typical sons of a
State whose proudest boast is in the
men she rears. Thanks to the energy and
foresight of the state government the
regiment departs thoroughly equipped,
finely drilled, and in every way well
prepared to reflect credit upon the
State of Maine. No state was more
prompt to respond to the nations call
into the field better prepared for the
hardships of war. The thousand young
men who leave Augusta for Chicka-
manga today, are as superbly endowed
with strength and courage and skill as
proud motto in the Civil War. They
are worthy sons of noble sires, and
wherever the call of duty may lead
them Maine is confident they will
never fail or falter. Their lives are
now pledged to the flag of the nation,
and they will not hesitate to choose
death to dishonor.
The loves and hopes Of thousand
lonely Maine homes go forth with our
boys. today and the warm heart of the
proud mother-State breathes the pray
er that the just God of Battles may
deal kindly with our soldiers. There
are thousands remaining here at home
who would gladly go in their place, and
who will spring to arms if another call
is made. II is an inspiration to the
departing regiment to receive the
honors we gladly give it, and to know
its course will be watched with such
loving interest. Every member has be-
fore his mind the tattercd flags be-
meath the CapitoIs gilded dome, and
he knows that Maine expects him to
do his duty as we'll as those who have
gone before through battle and blood
shed to glorious victory for love of
country. Well may we cheer and cheer
the boys, today. and wave along their
line Of march the beautiful flag in
whose service they are giving all that
can he given. The blessing and bene-
dction of Maine goes With the regi-
ment. Godspeed and a safe and hon
ora BILE return to them all.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23
II Put Him to Sleep.
New York Tribune.)

A newspaper correspondent at the
battle Of Atbara tells a good story
about a couple of Scotchmen. He was
walking softly about the camp so as
not to disturb the sleepers on the night
before the fight, when he overheard a.
sentimental Seaforth Highlander say
to a comrade: ''Ah, Tam, how many
thousands there are at hame across
the sea thinking O. us the NIGHT"
Right, Sandy" replied his chum;
"and how many millions there are that
don't care "a. Go to sleep, you
fool" And silence again fell upon that
corner of the square.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

One morning that other Spanish
squadron at Cadz is ready for sea.
and preparing for an early start to
carry 11,000 troops to the Philippines.
The next morning it is about to make
its devastating way along our Atlantic
coast, taking coal for the purpose at
station which the ubiquitous Senior
Polo has established at st. Pierre
Miquelon. What it will do tomorrow.
heaven only knows; but it is likely it
Will remain at Cadiz.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

Peru comes to the front with a new
cabinet also. AS we are not at pres
ent advised which one of the South
to whip this year. or whether or not
there is another revolution brewing at
home, it is safe to pronounce it a sat
isfactory cabinet until the next one is
ripe
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23
Family Economy.
(Fliegende Blatter.)

Uncle (to the children who have just
had a dose of cod liver OIL all around)
Well, do you like cod liver oil?
Children-Oh no, but mamma gives
us cents for every spoonful.
Uncle-And then do you buy some-
thing nice?
Chldren-No, mamma puts it into
the savings bank
Uncle-And then you buy something
by and by?
Children-No; mamma buys more
cod liver Oil with il.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23
Paws Attitude.
New York Journal.

What stand do you think your paw
will take Martha?' asked the young
man, anxiously.
IF you wants me, George said the
young lady from the banks of the Wa
bash decidedly. paw won't take no
stand whatsomehowever Paw will
jest take a back seat. See?"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

Inc European powers are still busy
discussing the fate of the American
conquests in the East, and are ser
aously alarmed over the anxious fu
ture the United States is creating for
itself by holding on to the PHILIPPINES.
But, although naturally grateful for
this unparalleled solicitude. Uncle
Sam feels that he is amply able to do
all his own Worrying.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

| The last authentic tidings from
Dawson City reveal the fact that the
news of the Spanish-American war
had not penetrated the Klondike re-
Sion when the couriers left Happy
klondikers. to be spared the some
what overfilling diet of war extras and
puiietlns. And 1T was not necessary
to cut the cable to Alaska either.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

A school teacher in Westbrook sends
the Evening Express a specimen com
position on Cuba turned out by one
of her pupils. The youngster, whose
age is given as 10 years, has this W
say: columbus discovered the n. Z.
cost of Cuba in 1892 it has belonged to
Spain until Cuba got tired of Spanish
rule and wanted their land free from
Spanish rules and to belong TO United
States and they went to war spane
could not whip Cuba 50 theay starved
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23
The Oregon.

But Ger the land the tidngs swept.
And death-cries quivered through the
wire,
Down in the hold the engines lcapt,
The coal sprang eager to the fire.
And never Stacked and never slept
The sister warship's grim desire!
With patient throbs that never wane
A continents long coast is won;
That nearing death-smoke on the main
Shall teach the lesson to the Don
That he who strikes a blow at Maine
Shall reckon yet with Oregon.
All, when her helm goes hard aport.
And all her broadside speaks in fire.
And from the proudly floating fort
The cheers ring out with brave desire.
That sound shall shake a trembling
court.
And thrill Havana's sunken pyre.
&C. II. Crandall in n. Y. Tribune.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

Dun's weekly report has a grand ar
ray of facts and figures showing the
unusual prosperity prevailing in the
West. The war scare, however, has
made Eastern capital timid to a de-
gree that it ought to be very much
ashamed of.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

Here's whole brigade of Cana
dians offering their services to Uncle
Sam. Q, well, our neighbors are not
so bad, after all.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

The gallant 9th Massachusetts Was
given a grand reception in Baltimore
on it's way to the South Times have
changed since the 9th Massachusetts
was mobbed in that city, April 10.
1891, and the first Union blood of the
war shed in it's streets
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

Waterville Mail: The masters of both
steam and sailing craft doing business
on the Kenncbec are not pleased over
the restrictions the government has
seen fit to place upon the entrance 10
the mouth of the river. Torpedoes
have been thickly sown in the channel
and orders have been issued that no
vessel shall pass over them under
steam, but must float through on a
flood tide. OF course this means great
delay in many cases, but there an
pears to be no way out of it. War
isn't convenience in any sense of the
word and the drawbacks it imposes
upon ordinary business are often far
reaching, as in this case. The chances
arc more than ten to one that the tor
pedoes are not needed in the Kenne-
bee at ALL 1t would be time i'll spent
for Spanish warship to attempt to
pick her way up to Bath, with the
chances all in favor of her grounding
before she got there, even supposing
that Spanish warships are likely to oe
found so far away from the rest of the
Spanish squadrons. liable to fall a
prey any moment to a superior YES
sci of the enemy. But there are a lot of
timid people in Bath, as in many other
coast cities from Maine to Florida. and
to relieve their anxiety the government
has felt constrained to make some de-
fensive provisions. even against Off
cial Judgment Having these defences,
the people annoyed by them will have
to make the best of the situation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

The parties that have made most out
of the present war, thus far are the
insurance companies that charged War
risks on American vessels
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

The Spanish ministry was wise in
congratulating its admiral upon dodg
ing the Yankee fleets. There has not
been, and will not be, anything else %
congratulate him upon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

What has been said against lynchins
does not apply to those coWardly, con-
temptible ours who try to poison
wells and springs near army camps.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

1t is worth remembering that the
foremost E,nGlishman of his time lived
and died without any of the titles Of
nobility which royalty would have
been glad to have conferred upon him.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

After the Polaria was given the
necessary permission she decided not
to go to Havana, after all. This was
wise decision and relieved an awk-
ward situation
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

Some people think it is about time
for Dewey to report that he has the
Philippines in tow and is bringing
them home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

An exchange. commenting on the fact
that Sampson wears full beard,
hopes that he will not shave before he
fights. The modern Sampson differs
from Samson of old in that his strength
is inside his head, not on it's surface.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

There are certain indications that
Spain is trying hard to lose anothe.
fleet, and there is practical certainty
that she will do it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

The SWarms of mosquitoes on land
are getting into the campaign at Il
pace which puts to shame the mos
quito fleet at sea.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

Gladstone will sleep the long sleep
in Westminster Abbey. No English
man was ever more deserving the
honor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

The gauziest fairy story that Mad
rid has told to the world is that tn
insurgents are all taking sides with
Snain
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

The naval strategy board is now
called the war board. 1t is hoped the
pIIrpoceS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23
MAINE WAR HONORS.
The Old Third District Carries
off the Palm.
Week in Washington Very Disappoint-
ing on Account of News Dearth.
All Our Maine Congressman Will Be Renomi.
mated DingIey's SqueIcher.

/
this week, as press dispatches from this
| city have already announced and it
should not be lost sight of that the ma
| jor part Of them have gone to the third
district. The assignment Of Capt. Ste
| phen Y. Seyburn to the position Of in
| spector general on Mai. Gen. Miles staff
was first announced in the Kcnnebec
| Journal, he being a native of Pttston
| Me- Then Tuesday the nomination of
! Seth NJ. 'Milliken Of Belfast, to be a COM
| missary of subsistence with the rank Of
| captain was announced. No member Of
! the Maine delegation had more friends in
! Washington than the late representative
/ Milliken, his father, and that appoint
ment waa received here with much salts
| faction When Capt. Mlliken came to
| Washington little over a year ago he
wore the trim gray uniform OF West
! Point cadet. His gcntlemanly ways AMI
modest bearing brought him Immediate
| " into favor with those whom he met.
Maine people here regretted exceedingly
that ne should resign his commission in
the army, which he did soon after grad
uating. However. he had an excellent
| business opening in New York City,
where his uncle Is well established, and
the salary of an army officer could be
only a pittance by the side of what he
might hope To earn from a business ca
reer There is little doubt that Capt.
Miniken will return to business again as
soon as the war is ended.
The third army appointment of the
week, that Of Herbert N. Lord Of Rock
land. to bc pay master in the army with
the rank Of major, Will also be peculiar
| IN gratifying To many Kennebec county
,,.,,,. ~ sd u er,,,,,...o 80 f,,,h,
=. 0F'>' '"' --''1 80 =" . az - % '''"S
| University, being Il member of one OF the
classes in the late eighties ana one Of the
mace ,.or,,t,r s,,,7a,.y ,,,,, ar lie,
No
those classic halls. Most OF his time has
.-.4,,,tt,, r.. q ,it,,o he r,oI N ~,
''' - ii I'M 49, AZ
"fadp put more recently ne became ID
tere~ted in the Rockland Courier Ga
y.,t. 1,-t.o pa,,,.s.,,.,,t,, pi,.,.
became chairman OF the House commit
tee on ways and means he selected Mr.
Lord 10 BE- his secretary a uasitinn that
he has filled with much credit. At colby
Mai Lord was thoroughly identified with
tn. SUDDEN, life. He was a member Of
the Delta Epsilon Greek letter frater-
nifty and. being a splendid tenor singer,
participated much IN the musical life of
the university
The week i'm Washington has been rath-
er disappointing from the standpoint Of
NIB news. The general expectation was
among army and navy officials that The
decisive naval engagement of the war
would he fought during he week but the
eyaSivc policy Of the Spanish admiral
has pit an hopes Of that I'll an end. Day
by day the people who climb tile high
stone steps and enter the swinging doors
At the state. war, ana navy building
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

Admiral CerVera's growing upon
reaching Santiago de Cuba was pre-
paratory to eating crow, later.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23
NEMESIS.
The Maine.

She glided on her peaceful quest,
What though her starry flag might bear
To some a silent, stern behest
To some a breath of freedom air;
Then in her berth a stately guest
Slept, trustful in that alien lair.
But what are bulkheads. fashioned well.
And what are sides and decks of steel.
Or cunning dialhanis to tell.
Through night and day. of woe or veal.
When human hearts can league with hell
And sow volcanoes meath keel?
So by a deed whose blackness made
The night it chose seem white beside.
Struck in the dark by towards blade,
The knightly Maine leapt once and
died
A name to make a throne afraid.
y wreck that moaned beneath the tile.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

The sunshine of the past week has
provided us with shade for the whole
summer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

All the healing, balsamic virtues OF me
Norway pine are concentrated IN ~.
Woods Norway Pine syrup. hatufeS
own remedy for coughs and colds.
mon wed fri&wkytt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

The first troops are on their way
over the blue Pacific to join Dewey.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

The eyes of the world are on Santiago
de Cuba.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

Philadelphia Ledger: Up in New
England, nowadays, one can hardly
fire bootjack at a cat without start
ing rumor of naval engagement off
the coast.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

The caterpillars are out in grand
numbers, this spring and it is said the
orchards are at their mercy. II may
yet be in order for the governor to APP
point a "catterpillar day" if Maine ex-
poets to keep up her reputation as an
apple raising state.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23
Maine Gossip
The Soldier Boy for Nc.

.,,o
Rnt there are p har ba md BOYS.
And other brave ones. too!
.,r w nv, ~ ~ "a, ilil ~ g.
Who braves the dangers there.
me man Mio wears me si'''i'ef straps
AMI public honor dulls his dread
But there behind him in the ranks,
OF some machine. is many a man
Win just as brave q heart'
Deserves the peonle's praise;
honor ana applaud nm Tor
But back there in the ranks somewhere,
Prepared to do and nerved to dare
N' ~ ,,,oro,,,a roaaor
On to Chicamauga.
Good bye, boys; take care of your
selves.
g,
SoV0 w.
VIII the ranks be as lull when the
boys IN olue come back!
'''''
SAND from Name they are ready.
r,,. o,.a,,..o,,i--i---- hi, ,,..,
anu oSt io"els' yesterday hut thcS
-
1t - ho'l'eap'e 'h"t aS 'ne Soi"lei7
"''i''''' tux 'iVe' are a'S' 'c'N 'i'S anu
'i'e SASS - Sioo''i's eNe'S " ''eie'
Tbrao ,y.e,,s ~ ,orn ,;fo tho ,,o,,s
nave had at Augusta Now how long
VIII their tents he pltched at historic
ana picturesque 'hlea'fauea.
Tha. was a gastlv find in the Bow
doipban, v-oode tho sl,c1atn, az , NAV,
'''9 '''' - '''N'
udhSied IN inc W!hds lot nan DC
cade'
Bingham found time right in plant
ing season to hold a baby show.
Twenty-Five little sweets We're on OK
hihltion, and the Judges were almost
driven crazy. AT first. they wanted 10
draw lots and IN this way select the
one to wear the prize ribbon, but later
they compromised matters by beStoW-
ing a red. white and blue ribbon upon
each.
9d''' i1i'H" ith anu "'i''I i''a'F9 are
,,,,, ,,,,,;,,.. ....,.., .,., ~.
hof,ra ri.h.,,,,1 ,,,,;o,, ,,,.. ,.o.,, ,,,,,
ting in a claim for first honors.
bangor nat. Inc buarh OF
Maine has probably learned a lesson
from the Spanish war, and one which
".'l ii"' "S easily forgotten ne gay
hoc.uu.. b, i. h, e,1od f,.11,,,. ;e =, ,+,,[.
way behind Us nov. hone. Good
muscle. good sense and clear head
are gong to count for more hereafter
Aoii''i ~" - '"V "1' '''""S VI N''"
tuee" ''Nto' 3D. any surrey y "ou'u pe
ho mar III ii Il ne" Oh tiie toHai req en-
H'fho u Ei'S ldhu were oiSpid9eu' io'
never was thefe such Good lecilng PC
tween the TWO nations as To-Day. John
t-llis OF west Dresden. writes the Jour
nal that as usual ne Will make a grand
display OF flags IN honor OF the day. lie
Will show the international code of sig
mails, consisting of u flags, and the
United States ensign.
numbers, this spring and it is said the
orchards are at 'helr mercy 1t may
point caterpillar day" if Maine ex-
apple re- rai sing s no ee' . ."
Philadelphia Ledger: Up in New
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

He 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
BURLEIGH & FLYNT, Publishers, Au-
gusta, Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

Tomorrow is the birthday Of good
no harm if few Of the royal red en-
signs of England were displayed, for
never was there such good feeling be
tween the two nations as today. John
Ellis of West Dresden. writes the Jour
nal that as usual he will make a grand
display of flags in honor of the day. He
will show the international code of sig
mails, consisting Of p flags, ana the
United States ensign.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-23

Elliott Fernald Of Saco. stil owns
the big COW which was the subject of
some newspaper descriptions some fcw
years ago and which was curiosity
that drew many visitors to his barn 1T
that time The COW is now nine years
Of age and bigger than ever. She is
now farroW and fat and girts eight
feet, being more than big oxen girt.
Mr.. Fernald had her at Bangor one
year at the fair and was offered 5000
for her and 500 if she ever reached
eight feet She is just that big now.
but Mr. Fernald doesn't say. whether
he would take that for her or not. H.
thinks of taking her along the coast
resorts this summer and putting her
on exhibition and he could doubtless
find many who would pay to see her.
The COW is finely formed, high headed.
clear red With perfect symmetry
throughout.