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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03
STATE HOUSE.
Railroad Commissioners Assign Hear
ings at Meeting, Wednesday.
They Attach No Blame to Employees in the
Leeds Junction Accident.

The railroad commissioners held
their regular monthly meeting at their
office at the State House, Wednesday,
and beside reporting upon the accident
that happened on the Maine Central in
Leeds in July, in which Conductor
James Tucker was killed, made many
assignments of hearings.
The petition of the Bangor, Hamp-
den & Winterport Railway Co. for ex-
animation of their accounts that they
may place more bonds on the markets,
Der 8, at the office of the board This
was done at the request of the petit
toners.
A hearing was ordered on the petit
ticn of the Bangor &, Aroostook Rail
way for approval of the change in loca-
ton of side track in the town of
Island Falls This hearing will be at
the office of the board, Wednesday,
November 9.
Upon the petition of the Portland IL
Rumford Falls Railroad, for high
way crossing in the town of Jay, and
OF the Cobbossee Contee Railroad for
approval of location, the hearings were
also arranged for Wednesday, Novcni-
Der 9, at the office of the board.
The report of the commissioners upon
:h. accident that occurred in I.eeds, is
GIVEN below, and it embodies the his
tory OF the accident, beside freeing the
employees of the road from all blame.
Tho vrr OFT.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

Mr.. w. j. Ryan is now making his
18th annual tour through Maine, SELL
ing copies of the Robert B. Thomas
and Maine Farmers Almanacs for the
year 1899. He9is totally blind, but his
loss in that particular does not pre-
vent him from making his way in the
world. In his native city of Portland,
where he is we'll known to everybody.
he is so familiar with the streets that
he finds his way around unaided.
Along his route through eastern and
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03
STOLEN BY soPAoMoREs.
Freshman Eldredge, Princeton Athlete. Spirited
Away to Some Place Unknown.

Princeton, N. j., Nov 2.-There is
woe in the freshman class of Prince
ton, tonight, because G.. Balton Ed
redge has been stolen. Eldredge was to
have represented his class in the an
nual cane spree between the freshmen
and sophomores at midnight tonight.
In the trial he was regarded as the
probable middleweight winner. Last
night he was seized in his room by
sophonlores conveyed to a carriage and
removed to some place not yet made
known. Searching parties have scour-
ed through out for him and in vain.
He is one of the best athletes in his
class.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03
THE CANADA CUP.
Canadian Yachtsmsn Greatly interested Over
Challenge Of the Chicago Yacht Club.

Toronto, Ont, Nov 2-The Chicago
Yacht Clubs challenge for the Canada
cup is stirring up the yachtsmen of Ca
NADIA and by the time the race takes
place. in August or September next, the
event will have assumed an Importance
second only to the contest for the Amer
ica's cup. Already several syndicates
have been formed to build defender.
The North American Yacht Racing
Yacht Club make the race for the 35-foot
class, as it is argued that this would b.
in the best interests of yacht racing Ths
trial races and the big event as well will
be sailed here.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03
TEXAS PENSION ELECTION.
Thought that the Scheme TO Pension confed.
crate Veterans Has Failed.

Austin, Texas, Nov 2-Returns received
here from yesterdays election are still SO
meagre that the result is in doubt, al
though it is believed that the returns
from the country vote will defeat the
pension amendment.
The election was held. yesterday. for
the purpose of voting on a constitutional
amendment to pension all INDECENT ex-
Confederate soldiers who came to Texas
since 1880 at S. per month
The hope is expressed by many that the
amendment is defeated, as in seeking 20
pension Confederate soldiers it will cost
the state $250,0 to begin with while all
increase to $1,000, 600 annually in a very
short time is probable.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

Wm. Carroll, alias bridgeport Car
roll, Stephen Carroll, his brother, Horml-
das Choquette and Hyman Jacobson were
arraigned in the district court at Fail
River, Mass, "Wednesday. charged WITH
breaking into Markelevits' clothing house.
enc night in September. All but Stephen
Carroll pleaded guilty, although he rad
previously confessed knowledge OF the
break. they We're held for the grand jury
in $500 each. The police say they believe
they have captured gang of clothing
store breakers who have operated IN ne
eastern part Of Massachusetts.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

The annual meeting of the South
Franklin Sunday school conference was
held at the Union church in East Will
ton, Tuesday, with large attendance.
The reports of the officers and commiO
tees showed an increase in attendance
of the Sunday schools in the district.
Addresses We're made by Miss s. M.
Story of Patterson. N. j., Rev. Caleb
Foster and Rev. H. A. Clifford
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

northern Maine he has large list IF
patrons, who, at the end of every year.
depend upon him to supply them with
the peoples favorite almanac. If your
name is not on his list, have it placed
there this year. He is thoroughly re-
liable, and your patronage will aid
worthy cause.
Mr.. Ryan has also taken the agency
for the Blickensderfer Typewriter,
with headquarters at 1o1 Federal
street, Portland. Write for circulars.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

A very pleasant Halloween party
was held at the VIM. r. Smith Gram
the members of the graduating class.
Two of the directors, the teachers of
the eighth, ninth, tenth grades and
nearly all the class were present. A
ghost march was furnished by eight of
the members, producing a wierd effect.
the latter part of the evening. The
hall was very prettily decorated with
evergreen and flags.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

The full bench of the Massachusetts,
supreme court has handed down a de-
cision to the effect that all the Insolvency
laws in the state were suspended July 1
of this year and that the United States
bankruptcy laws superseded them on that
of insolvency proceedings was authorized,
July |. the date of the passage OF the
bankruptcy law. This decision will AFFECT
many proceedings throughout the state,
which were begun after that date. m
Suffolk county alone it will affect 20
cases. The decision was given in q case
against the Parmeter Brick Manufacture
ing Co. of BroOkfield
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03
Hon. David A. Wells No Worse.

Norwich. Conn, Nov. 2.--It was stat
ed, tonight by members of the house
hold OF Hon. David A. Wells, that there
was no marked change in Mr.. Wells
condition and apart from the possible
ity of the cold he is suffering with de-
yeloping into pneumonia, his condition
was in no wise alarming.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03
David B. Hill Speaks at New York.

New York, Nov. "A great crowd at
tended the mass meeting of the Bust
ness Mems Democratic Association at
Carnegie hall. tonight. Ex-senator
David B. Hill was the attraction of the
night, and throughout his speech was
greeted with applause.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

Everett S. Hall has been advertising
in the Journal for his wheelbarrow,
which was borrowed last year. He
forgot to whom he loaned it, and took
this way to remind the borrower. He
has been having as much sport over
the matter as his friends, and great
was his surprise, Wednesday morning,
had been returned during the night.
There is power in advertising.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03
State System Of Docks at gosto

Boston, Nov. 1.-THE harbor and land
commissioners announced, this after
noon, that the commonwealth will take
100 acres of land now flats in and about
East Boston. for state system of
docks. The Governor and Council have
approved of the taking. 1t is the plan
of the commonwealth to provide ample
facilities at the lowest possible cost to
commerce seeking this port.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

c. L. Buckman Of Lewiston, the Great
Chief of the orderrs% Red Men of the
State, was in the city. Wednesday
evening, and officially visited the local
tribe of the order.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

Supreme Court Justice Chester rem
dered a decision at Albany, N. T..
Wednesday. which, if it is sustained by
the higher courts. will prevent the con-
nection of the New York & Ottawa Rail-
road. at Long Lake with the Adirondack
Railway at North Creek, and thereby
Illustrate the plan for shortening the rid
ing distance from New York city to ca
NADIA by 50 miles.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

The afternoon session Of the Kings
Daughters at Boston, ended with a
testimony meeting and by the report
of the treasurer, Mrs. Eliza J. Went
worth. which showed receipts the past
year $l,746,S0; expenses, $170056; bal
ances, $64.24. The evening session was
opened with a praise service. followed
by the annual address of Secretary
Mrs. +. Trask Hill.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

The Augusta house is to be supplied
with a new and complete system of
steam heating and Proprietor Capen ad-
vertises for proposals. Mr.. Capen is de-
termined that his hostelry shall lack
nothing that will add to the comfort of
his guests.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03
AtIan,a's Peace Jubilee. Dec. Il and is.

Atlanta, Ga, Nov. 22.-The citizens
having in charge the arrangements for
Atlanta's peace jubilee have decided
upon Dec. Ia and Is for the big event.
President Mckinley has signified his
intention of being present
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

Jack Whalen, the porter at the Cony
house, averted an accident by stopping
a runaway horse in Commercial street
"wednesday morning. The runaway
was headed for several other teams
so there would naturally have been a
smashup, had not the horse been stop
ped
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

The little daughter of Samuel Lish-
ness of Arsenal street, burned her face
badly, Wednesday morning, while
lighting fire. The physician thinks
there will be no permanent scar
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

Chairman Carleton of the board of fsi
and game commissioners, went to his
home in Winthrop, Wednesday,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup prevents
consumption. One-fifth of the deaths in
neglected colds DIR. Bulls Cough Syrup
always cures colds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

Superintendent Stetson has just got out
a new diploma for those who attend the
summer schools OF the State. 1t is much
more pretty and elaborate than any other
that has yet been given.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

Secretary Young of the State board Of
health, has received the bound volumes oil
his report and they are being mailed I,
those who are entitled to them, together
with those who apply for them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03
Local Matters.

Rose Of sharon Chapter, Order of the
Eastern Star, worked the degrees upon
five Candidates. Wednesday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

Councillor II. w. Mayo of Hampden
was at the State House on business
Wednesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

Reports of the bank examiner for tn
year of 1887, are being sent out to all tn
new members of the coming Legislature
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

plane coupling of the Bangor e. Aroos-
took car it being next forward Of the
stone cars, it was found after the stop
that the knuckle was gone. A knuckla
was soon found by a section man about
a quarter of mile back Of the station
near the summit of the grade that runs
downward to the station. This lknuckle
was found to fit the aforesaid coupling
perfectly, was placed in position and
used in hauling the car. Some Witness
es standing some distance from the
scene of the accident say positively
that the train was broken apart Al,
the testimony points to a collision of
considerable force, and we believe that
the train parted near the plice where
the knucklei was found. and the air
Deing applied to the nine cars equipped
with air in the ordinary course OF
handling trains at that station the rear
portion collided with the forward por-
ton causing the accident to the train.
AT Or very near the time of the collis-
ion Mr.. Lahaye was seen to come down
over the Eastman Heater car and 10
step on the next car, it being the fiat
loaded with stone. This was the last
seen of him alive. After the collis-
ion his body was found under the car
next to the buggy lying crosswise be-
tween the rails with the top and back
of his head cut off. He had always
been considered very careful, faithful
and efficient employee
We find that Thelesthare j. Lahaye
came to his death by having been
thrown, or falling accidentally, under
the wheels of freight train on the
Maine Central Railroad at Leeds juno
ton on the Esd day of July, A. d. 1898,
said wheels running over the aforesaid
Lahaye's head.
That no blame attaches to the con-
ductor, engineer or any other employee
of the aforesaid Maine Central Railroad
Company on said train.
J. b. PEAKS,
BENJAMIN F. CHADBOURNE.
FREDERICK DANFORTH,
Railroad Commissioners of Maine.
The State assessors were visited by
three lumbermen, Wednesday, the gen
tlemen being John Viles of Flagstaff,
Sheriff E. P viles of Skowhegan, and
Elias Thomas of Portland They APP
peared in the interest of the assessment
of the timberlands which they own and
represent
The assessors of Vassalboro were al
so before the board to ask them to be
as lenient as possible in making up the
assessment of that town, as there has
been a large portion of the business
part burned cut since the last assess
ment by the State board. The local
assessors went over the ground care
fully, and explained to the State board
all that had taken place in the past
year.
The next House of Representatives will
contain II members of the present House.
and some of the others have served one
or more terms before.
Reports of the bank examiner for the
year of 1887, are being sent out to all the
new members of the coming Legislature.
Secretary Young of the State board of
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-11-03

The next House of Representatives will
contain II members of the present House.
and some of the others have served one
or more terms before
The Washington bee., 1898-06-04

Gold-plated metal base; gold-plated
clock ring; gold-plated open cast head
removable oil fount; the latest ratcket
screw burner; large, handsome, hand
decorated globe; frst-class chimney.
Clock made and warranted by one Of
the largest factories in the u. S. All
ready to put oil in and light.
This handsome lamp-clock is worth
20 dollars. A fine Christmas or birth
day present. The BEE will give one
of these clocks to any person who may
send S cash yearly subscribers.
The Washington bee., 1898-06-04

NO. 75S.
GOLD-PLATED VAS
Sold only in pairs. Beautifully finish
ed. Hand decorated center. Height
ten inches.
Height 10 inches.
Send us a cash yearly subscribers
and receive pair of these excellent
vases.
The Washington bee., 1898-06-04

~. o--,on who is jealous Of even
sr enemy prosperity entertains an
.r ,orit himself.
The Washington bee., 1898-06-04

Our patrons will confer a favor on
the management of this paper by call
ing on Mr.. E. J. Wilhoite at his
5rocery 1902 I4th Street, when in need
OF groceries.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1898-09-07

his mOther-and she, too, was dying
he had no one to regret. To see her
again, to kiss her dear lips once more.
console, encourage her, and leave her
hopeful-then he could face death
bravely."
He was In the midst Of these sad re.
Elections when the commandant, fol-
lowed by several officers. approached
him.
Now, my fine fellow. you and have
q scOre to settle; you know what awaits
your"
Yes, mon commandant. and am
ready"
Really SO ready as all that7 You
are not afraid Of deathT
LESS than Of life. I have seen 90
much the last six months-such awful
things-death seems better than such a
life"
II wager you would not hesitate II I
gave you your choice. II said: Put
your best foot foremost and show me
how soon you can be out Of sight, you
would soon he OF. Ill warrant"
Try ME. mon cOmmandnnt. try me!
Put me to the proof; it's worth a trial.
One more or less for your men to
shoot. what does II matter? One hour
Of freedom only. not more; you shall
see whether ! will keep my word. and
whether am afraid to die"
"Oh! da! you're no fool. but you must
tske me for one. Once free and far
away. and then come back to be shot
eust - yoI would keep IN ordinary ap-
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1898-09-07

kisses, but he did not dare to wake her,
although her sleep seemed troubled. He
lay down again beside her.
Suddenly she sat up, crying: Mercy.
Victor! My child! Oh. Mercy! All.
you are here; it is really your" she add
ed, waking.
Her thin, weak hands wandered all
over him; she pressed him close to her
and rained kisses on his face. Then
she was shaken by convulsive sobs,
which Victor could not calm.
"Oh! my boy! my boyr she moaned
II dreamt they We're going to shoot
your'-Strand Magazine.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1898-09-07

there last night, for brushed her hair
for her. my poor. dear lamb, and they
were there when I left her. Why, why
did ever leave that shutter openY' and
she rung her hands. "What are we to
do. sirl" But Callander was past heed
ing her. IIe rose, and again threw him
self upon his knees beside the bed, his
! face In tie clothes, while deep sobs shook
| his frame.
| by this time the whole household had
crowded Into the room and stood with
bnted breath.
'Oh! don't stand there doing nothing, Z"
whispered Nurse. In great agitation, to
Collins-"You run and tell the police.
Don't you see the poor master has los,
his head, and no wonder"
| I'll run. Mrs. McHugh. and fetch the
| doctor, too. Herein q Mortified voice
''here's Miss Dorothyr'
"Ah, don't let her In, for heavens
saker'-But Dorothy was in their midst
| while she spoke.
"What can be the matter?" she asked.
In her usual Tone ''every one seems run
ming. Oh, Mabel" interrupting herself.
''is Mabel ill? Why, HERBERT Callan.
der never moved. Before they could pre-
vent her, Dorothy rushed forward and
laid her hand on her sisters brow; then
drawing back with a look Of wild terror.
'Is she dead7 Nurse. dear Nurse. is she
deadY"
"Ay, my dear, it has pleased God to
take her to Himself" said Nurse, breath
lessly, striving to keep the horrible fact
Of the murder from her. 1T was awful
ly sudden; but We have sent for the doc
tor, and don't you stay! You just look
after the children a bit, Miss Dorothy,
for I'll want Hannah to help me-"
While Nurse spoke, she pushed her to
the door.
why do you try to send me away?"
cried Dorothy. There Is something you
do not want me to know" Breaking
from the agitated woman, Dorothy caught
sight Of the blood upon the pillow. With
scream, she darted to the bed, and
clasping her hands above her head, cried,
''She has been murdered-basely murder
ed! Oh! my sister! my sisterl was there
no one to save your Oh! come back to
me! Oh! Herbert, Is she quite, quite
dcad?'' Still Callander remained In a
kind Of stupor.
I'VE can't rightly tell till the doctor
comes, and this ia no place for you, my
dear young lady. I'll tell you the minute
l know what the doctor says. You can
do her no good. My own head is going
round and-Mary! Mary! help me to hold
her. will your
Ito be continued,
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1898-09-07

Poor soul, how should she know INA
her picture of n bright future onl,
deepened her boys anguish? She wa.
silent. telling herself that the best wal
to dry tears is to let them flow freely
She kissed him and let his weary head
fall back on the pillow, and then she
gave herself up to dreams of happier
days In store for both of them.
Victof's sobs grew less frequent and
less violent, and soon nothing coull be
heard In the little room but the rec ulal
breathing Of the mother and Child
Ashamed Of his weakness, the boy
forced himself into self-control, and
when he raised his head from the pil.
low, once more believing himself
stronger than love Of life, his mother.
yielding to the reaction which her sud.
den Joy had caused, was sleeping
peacefully.
The sight restored his energies. A
kind Providence, he thought, had wish
ed to spare him a scene which his
strength and courage could not have
borne, and he resolved to go at once
Lightly he kissed his mothers fore
head, and gazed at her earnestly for
q few moments. She seemed to smile,
he thought; then he went out hurriedly
and returned to his post as quickly as
me had come, not seeing a soul he met
nor daring to look behind him.
What! so soon?' the commandant
cried astonished. He had hoped, like
the good hearted man he was, that the
boy would not return.
But had promised!'
doubtless, but why be In such a
hurryf You might have stayed with
your mother some time longer, and still
have kept your word"
Poor mother! After n scene of tears
which seemed to take all my courage
tears Of Joy for her. of despair for me
she fell asleep SO calmly, SO happily,
that l dare not wait for her to wake
She fell asleep with her arms around
me. thinking I should never leave her
again; how could l have told hei the
truth? Who knows whether I should
have had the courage to leave her after
doing so? And what would you have
thought of me II had not come back
80 l kissed her, and slipped away
like thief while she was sleeping. and
here l am. Pray God may be good 10
her as she has been to me. Mon com
mandant, l have one more thing to ask
to finish quickly"
The officer looked at the boy with
mingled pity and admiration. His own
eyes were full Of tears.
You are quite resigned, then: death
does not frighten your" he asked.
Victor answered him with q gesture
And II pardOned your
You would save my mothers life.
too. and I would revere you as a sec
ond father"
"Allons! you are a plucky lad, and
yO. nave -ct deserved to suffer as you
have done. You shnn 60. Embrace me
first-bienl Now go. and go quickly
Join your mother. and love her al
ways"
As he spoke the last few words. the
officer took the boy by the shoulders
and pushed him away gently.
1T really would have been a pity"
he said. half apolOgetically, to his staff,
as he turned toward them.
Victor did not run-he few home His
mother was still sleeping. He would
dearly have liked to cover her with
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1898-09-07
Tho Lords Itinerary.

A good story Is told by the Jewish
Messenger of number of boys who
were playing on Saturday In front of
an Episcopal church. The rector sud
denly came out Of his parsonage and
told the boys to be quiet In front of the
Lords house.
''That is all right. mister" said the
boys. THE Lord is not here today He
IL down the street at the Jewish syna-
pOpue"