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Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23
WONDERFUL CORN PAINTINGS
50 True to Nature That u Blind Man
Can Count the Kernels-A
Farmer Artist. -

Commissioner Peck has written n
letter to Alfred Montgomery, the
farmer painter" Of Bloomington, Ill,
notifying him that the picture Down
on the Farm" will be shown at the
Paris exposition next year.
In painting this picture, Mr.. Mont
gomery has accepted the challenge Of
James Whitcomb Riley, who in his bal
lad, when the frost is on the pump
kin and the fodder's in the shock" !"
says that the farm presents picture
that mo painter has the colorin' to
mock" Mr.. Montgomery at once called
the attention of the Hoosier poet to this
challenge and he announced that he
would accept it.
The picture has been completed and
was shown to Mr.. Peck in Chicago re-
Gently. 1t is six feet long and three
feet wide and represents a farm in the
time of the year suggested by the bal
lad. A panel of rail fence is made to
do service for frame and into this
the painting has been thrust as il 1t
had dropped and had caught there.
Montgomery lives on little place
on the border of the town, which he
calls q farm. He claims that he has
taken no lessons save from nature. He
has painted during period Of so years
hundreds of farm scenes. 1t is
claimed that SO realistic are some OF
the ears of corn seen in the pictures
that thoy have at different times at
tracted the nibble of horse and the
peck of a hen. The artist told the
writer that the man who seemed most
to appreciate his work was blind. In
painting the grains on the ears, he
had made them stand out so that the
sightless critic went over the canvas
with his fingers, feeling almost every
grain. Mr.. Montgomery himself says
that In this making the grains stand
out, he has been accused of cutting
off the ends Of real grains and pasting
them on the canvas, but this charge
he dismisses with disdainful laugh.
|. The artist exhibits hundreds of let
tiers from well-kpown Chicagoans who
have purchased his corn pictures. He
delivered one to ex-Comptroller Eek
els the other day. He has been, re-
lferred to as "the James Whitcomb
Riley in art"
|, The farmer artist is exceedingly odd
in his habits. Some time ago he ap-
ipeared in the Auditorium hotel in
farm gurb, with q basket of huge red,
white and yellow ears Of corn. He
checked the basket and invited the
manager out in the hall to see one of
his corn pictures.
Montgomery uses up an astonishing
amount Of energy. He will walk down
the street loaded with sufficient para
phernalia and pictures to fill cart.
One day, 1t is said, he arrived at the rail-
road depot in Lake Geneva with his load
Just as the train was pulling out, He
wanted the conductor to wait, but the
latter wouldn't; whereupon the artist
began loading the front ends Of the cars
.as they passed him, jumping on the last
car himself.
The farmer artist says he will take
his family and 60 to Paris with his pic
lures. tits said that he has made mon-
Iey from the sale of the wonderful prod
ucts Of his brush. He says he is building
q villa In some eastern state and, after
the exposition he will settle there for
the remainder Of his life.--Chicago Rec
ord.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23
Dr.. Cones Loss.

A serious loss not mentioned in
the account of the fire, befell Dir.
orello Cone, former president of the
college. His goods were stored on
the fourth -four. A library of rare
books was lost together with much
valuable furniture. The loss is diff
cult to estimate. 1t is not known
whether the goods were insured or
not.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23
At Editor KohIsaat.
Senator Foraker Defends
His Statement.
Oom Paul Complains to
Uncle Sam
About American Merchants and
Manufacturers.
Says They Are Selling England
Munitions Of War.

Washington, Dec. 22.-(Spl.)--Sen-
ator Foraker, In answer to the state
ments concerning the authorship of
the Gold Plank of the Republican
platform of 1905, said today:
"'rhe statements published in the
Chicago Times-Herald by Mr.. PAYNE,
Governor Merriam, Senator Hanna
and Senator Proctor did not conflict
with any statement that has been
made by me. Neither do they help
In any way Mr.. Kohlsaat. The point
at issue was whether or not Mr..
Kohlsaat drafted the gold plank and
forced its adoption upon the COM
mittee, These statements show that
he had nothing whatever to do
with the framing of that plank, ex-
cept In common with the other Re-
publicans, and refutes absolutely
his claim of its authorship"
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23
The Derby and DIstrict Methodlst

The Derby and District Methodist
says that r, w. Parks, NJ. p, recently
attended the Anglican church In a
certain continental capital, when the
venerable clergyman who ofiiciated
read sermon which, at any rate, pre-
vented the congregation from going to
sleep, for as his theme developed he
described his hearers as criminals. the
children of thieves, drunkards, etc.
After awhile 1t dawned upon the
preacher that he was reading the
wrong discourse--he was n prison
chaplaip-sc be brought 1t to an abb
rupt conclusion. -- -------------' =
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23
joint Meetinq.

A joint meeting of the Philoma-
thean and Academic societies was
held Friday afternoon. A number
OF visitors were present. The pro-
gram follows: Violin duet, Lizzie
Voris, Carl Glover; recitation, Ruth
Davidson; defamation, Harold
LangdonI Philomathean journal,
Emma Holloway; defamation
Henry Fuerst; essay, Carrie James /;
oration, Dora Roepke; Academic
journal, Robert Haugh.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23
England Cheers Up,

London, Dec. 22.-(Spl,)-Lord
Salisbury and General Roberts had
a conference with the Queen at
Windsor this afternoon. Communf-
cation with General Metheun has
not been cut of as was reported.
There is no diminuton of enthus-
iasm among the volunteers. All
kinds OF offers are reaching Lord
Chesham.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23

To merchants and business mon OF
Akron; We make a special rate for
delivering packages, parcels, notes,
etc. Neatly uniformed messengers
Will respond Immediately to your
call, For particulars call phone 504,
operating In connection with the
Western Union Telegraph Co., 1879
South Main st.
The American Dist. Tel. Co.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23

That much-maligned reptile the croc-
odile is, in fact, friend of man, though
he tries generally with success = to
hide sentiment Of which perhaps he
is ashamed as a weakness. He is an
active sanitarian, his special line be-
ing the publication of rivers and lakes.
With such a certificate of character be-
fore them, some of our river conservun-
cies may be stimulated to secure the
services of few vigorous crocodiles.
With these in our rivers and a sufficient
supply of cells in our reservoirs and cis-
terms, the difficult problem of water
publication might be finally solved
British Medical Journal.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23

"Mrs. Canter doesn't seem to be ris-
ing rapidly In society"
,"No; she hasn't learned yet how i'm.
portant 1t Is to snub the right people"
PUCK.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23

Matinee dance at NN. Century hall
Christmas afternoon at q O'Clock.
72c per couple. Ladies' 25c.
w. +. STICKLE.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23

Buy Domestic or Sterling sewing
machine and you will be well
pleased for lifetime. Easy pay
ments. VIM. Lenhart & Co.,, 256
West Market st.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23

Kid gloves, the best on earth, for
81, Sl.25 and $3.50.
p. II. Schneider Co.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23
Tho Oldest In Ohio.

] will open for the holiday trade:
20-year-old Hermitage.
21-year-old McBrayer.
2Q,year-old Tea Kettle.
2J-year-old Golden Wedding.
MI. Murphy, III 8. Howard st
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23
GRAND XMAS CELEBRATION
Given by the
..Gruetli Verein..
Sunday, December "a,
AT
Turner Hall.

An excellent program has been
prepared for the occasion and pres
ents for the children.
The tickets, 25c per person, en-
titles the holder to prize. Every
body invited.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23
WHICH WOULD YOU?

We have money and it will be-
come yours II you have any securi-
ties to offer.
We loan 1t from $500 to $4,000 on
Furniture, Pianos, Office, Store and
Saloon Fixtures, Horses, Wagons,
Merchandise, Diamonds, Watches,
Life Insurance Policies and on all
other good securities
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23
Which Would
You Prefer?

To be without cent In your
pocket and go without many Of the
comforts of life, or TO have money
and get the comforts and some OF
the Injuries?
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23
Or. Bulls Cough Syrup Invariably cure.

W. nu'is Cough syrup invariably cures
promptly all catarrhal affections,
rms wonderful medicine performs
today, and has performed in the past
hali century. the speediest cures OF
colds In the throat, chest and lungs.2c
To merchants and business men OF
Akron. We make special rate for
delivering packages, parcels, notes,
etc. Neatly uniformed messengers
Will respond immediately to your
call. For particulars call phone b04,
operating in connection with the
Western Union Telegraph Co., 1888
South Main st. N
The American Dist. Tcl. co.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23
$l.OO

Our popular Kid Glove. This
glove wears well, fits well and Is
everything that is necessary in n
Kid Glove; all sizes and shades;
guaranteed.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23
Handkerchiefs

We have never had such a sea-
son on Handkerchiefs; we have
the dainty little handkerchiefs &c
to $l.00 each.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23
AT AN HOURS NOTICE.

All goods left in your possession; !;
extra time IN case OF sickness, death
or loss Of employment. II you can
not call write or telephone No. 1893
and wo Will send our representative
with money. All transactions pri-
yata.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-12-23

Other parts Of the county would
like to secure the factory, but it is
definitely understood that the loca-
tion will be either In Akron or Bar
berton.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30
Y. N. c. A. CONVENTION.
Saturday and Sundays Programmes at Port.
land Full Of Interest.

Portland. Jan. 29-The 32d annua
State convention of the Y. NJ. G. A. OF
Maine was resumed. Saturday morning
President Adams in the chair. William
Hayes of Auburn conducted the devo-
tional exercises. and George H. Shaw
of Boston. gave Bible reading
At the business meeting the resigna
ton of Hon. A. w. Butler of Rockland
as a member of the state committee
was accepted. and w. c. Fuller. Jr.
was chosen in his place to serve for
two years. The following were elected
10 serve as members of the State COM
mittee for three years: f. r. Payson,
Portland; VI. w. Bean. Lewiston; Hon.
G. c. Moses. Bath: F. B. Philbrck
Watervile: and j. W. Amick. Free
port.
The State committee organized by
the election of H. c. Day, Auburn.
chairman; F.. T. Garland, Portland.
secretary. and r. A. Jordan. Bangor.
treasurer.
At the afternoon session Maurice
Ross of Portland. explained the work
for boys. The conference on college
work was conducted by H. 0. Williams.
and city and town association work by
H. NJ. Moore.
At the evening session President Ad-
ans presided. There was a service of
song, followed by addresses by Rev.
DR.. Smith Baker. Portland and H. NJ.
Moore. Boston.
Mr.. Henry NJ Moore of Boston. was the
spea ker at the Y NJ c. A. State conven-
ton meetings, today. He spoke at the.
Free Baptist church. in the morning, ar
the mems meeting of the Y. NJ. c. A, IN
the afternoon. and at the historic Willis
ton church. in the evening.
Rev. DR.. Wilson conducted the opening
services at the Free Baptist church and
after making a graceful reference to the
visiting Y. NJ. c. A. delegates, introduced
Mr.. Moore as one whose name was SUI
ficient introduction. Mr.. Moore gave some
interesting statistics, showing the growth
of the association since it was organized,
80 years ago. The aged speaker was him
self one of the founders of the Y. NJ. c. A.
Rev. DIR. Baker conducted the devo--
tiOnal exercises at the WillistOn church.
in the evening, and introduced Mr.. Moore,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

The firm of Amos Abbott & Co. of
Dexter. is buying the usual quantity of
hard wood for use at the factory ana
a number of hundred cords will be
purchased in all. 1t is understood that
the firm has given the matter test
and find that at prevailing prices for
coal. there is practically no difference
in expense whether they burn wood or
coal, wnen wood costs but S275 per
cord This is the figure that the firm is
now paying for good wood and it has
been the policy of the company to pay
the farmers all possible in the past and
as long as the expense continues the
same. they will give the farmers an op-
portunity TO get money out of the cord
wood CROP
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30
SPARKS FROM MAINE WIRES.

The Bethany Congregational church of
South Portland, has extended pastoral
cali TO Rev. T.. Ii. Newcomb of Rich
mond.
In the United States district court in
Portland Webb j.. presiding. James II.
Dewire of Richmond. pleaded guilty 10
not using a stamp as required by the in
ternal revenue laws, and was fined $50
The two big passenger locomotives from
the Schenectady Works, built for the
Maine Central Railroad which passed
over the Albany line, Saturday We're the
pride of many railroad men, who looked
them over at different points along the
road. They are numbered 81 and 80. re-
spectively, and are l0-Wheelers
Through the recent sale of IN pulp mill
At Solon. formerly owned by NE Moose
head Pulp and Paper Co. 10 the Umbagog
Paper Co., one of the largest and best
arranged pulp mills in the State is added
to those already controlled by the Pulp
and Paper Trust.
Isaac T. Loach died at Bath, Saturday.
aged . years. He had been i'll for the
ending with paralysis. He was born IN
Cainsboro. n. s., but had been resident
of Bath for - years. He leaves widow
and two daughters.
Nathan Strout, son of the late J. West
ley Strout, was killed by falling tree
while working In the woods for A A. Me-
Cam at Mechanic Falls. Mr.. Strout was
killed instantly, and was found by Benja-
min StaHWoou, VINO was naulliis tne logs.
John Saunders. coroner deemed AN m
quest unnecessary. Mr.. StrOut was 20
years old, and is survived bv his wife.
The State assessors valuation of prop
erty in Biddeford, as shown by COM
munication which Mayor Stone has re-
ceved, is $3.50, s64, decrease of S5l1. .9s5
from that of a year ago. The reduction
is supposed to have been made on the
Biddeford & Saco Water Cos. plant and
on the Laconia mills. If the State tax is
not increased, this year. this reduction
will mean a saving to Biddeford of about
x1SC0
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

Mrs. n. L. Perkins of 36 Bridge
street was robbed of a pocketbook and
box containing money. Sunday fore
noon She went to church. leaving her
house locked with the key hanging out
side in a place that was not very Sc
cluded. On a mantle in the kitchen.
she left her pocketbOok containing
about 81. and beside this was a Mercy
box supposed to contain about So. Up
on her return from church she looked
for her wallet and found it gone. No
one can even suggest any way that II
could have been stolen, unless the thief
entered by the door and took it. In
that case he returned the key to its
original place. She will place the case
in the hands of Marshal Morse.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

The Free Baptist vestry was filled to
the doors, Sunday evening. with tho
congregation who listened with pleas
ure to the interesting lecture by Soma
you Zea Clayon uewis p. Clinton.
He will again lecture, this evening, at
the same place. at O'Clock Mr.. Clin-
ton will speak on "The Peculiarities of
Heather Life in His Native Country
including the subjects of Home Life.
"Matrimony." African Wars" Devil
Worship" Woman Palaver," Needs
of Missions etc. He will also give in
appropriate uniform. the African sword
drill This sword drill. combination
of marvellous dexterity, strength and
endurance. is great feature and is al
ways highly appreciated. The lecture
is free.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

The Peoples Ice Co. had a crew of
ran at work on the ice, Saturday
night until midnight. trying to keep
the channel from the dam to their
houses back of the PurintOn block
clear They were not very successful
.r1 the channel was almost complete
ly filed. Sunday morning. A larger
crew was placed at work, Sunday
morning, and they worked hard all
dav 10 have it clear by night. 1t was
intended to cut some ice. Sunday. but
the channel was not cleared in time.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

Isaac Tucker one of the clerks in
9 Brooks & Cos. hardware store.
RECENTLY met with painful accident.
He was lifting some barbed wire and
caught the little finger of the right
hand on one of the barbs. The front
of the fhlger from the second joint to
the end was torn open.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

The New York Bargain store opening
was a great success If crowd was
evidence of it. Low prices on IN
Vulnerable goods proved drawing
card, and the new store can be SAID
to be fairly on its feet and in the race.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

Mrs. George Gabourey, al empioye
of the cotton mill. caught hef right
hand in the machinery at the mill.
Saturday morning, and as a conse-
ouence had to have the foreilnger OF
the right hand amputated by DR.. u. ii.
Rrickett
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

who spoke on the work of the associa-
ton. Secretary Garland introduced hira
at the mems meeting. His address there
was encouraging and helpful.
The closing meeting was held at the
rooms of the association at O'Clock
President Adams presided and earnes.
words spoken by earnest and devoted men
closed the convention of 1899.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30
AUGUSTA LOCALS.
The missing Microbe.

They've discovered fever microbes,
There are microbes in the air,
'Tis. indeed, the age of microbes.
There are microbes everywhere.
There are deadly microbes lurking
In the things we have to eat.
There are microbes in the leather
That we wear upon our feet
When a mans lips meet a maiden's
There are microbes present. and
There are microbes in the money
That is passed from hand to hand
Microbes everywhere and always
Bringing sickness and distress,
And | wonder If they'll ever
Find the mcrobe of success?
Boston Journal.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

The less the amount of the Union
blend" tea YOU use the better you will
like it. The more you use of the I'm
ion blend" tea the better you will like
;t Both assertions are true and herein
,;as the secret of the success of this tea.
T F.. Fuller sells it and can explain
the apparent contradiction.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

The E. G. Lane Shoe Co. Of South
Berwick. organized as stock company
under the name Of the Berwick Shoe
Co, has large orders already on hand
and vigorous quest for more business
will be maintained.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

Unity club is necessarily postponed
owing to the Illness of Rev. Chas. a.
HAYDEN who was to have given the
paper for this evening. The notice OF
meeting will be given later.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

For PHYS sake take me to Hilton,
the ieweler' This is a standing lnVi-
tation. How many have needed the cry
of the watch and spectacles? Mr.. Hill
ton prides himself on doing thorough
work
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30
Other Polo Games.

At Mer.den-Meriden, 3; New Britain, l.
At Hartford--Hartford. 3; New Ha-
ven, 4.
AT acknowledgement. 3: New Bed
ford, l.
At Provdence-Waterbury ); Provi-
dence, L.
At East Meymouth-Taunton. q East
Weymouth, 4.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

There will be social at the Meth :
odist Nestery, this (Monday) evening,
under the auspices of the young people.
Ice cream and cake will be served.
Admission 10 cents.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

PERSONAL MENTION.

Joseph Eaton of Winslow. was in the
city. Saturday.
A. c. Porter of Bangor. was in the
city. Saturday.
c. c. Ballard was in Waterville. yes
terday afternoon.
E. H. Langston was in Newport. on
business. Saturday.
Edward P. Dowling of Bath. was in
the city, over Sunday,
Mrs. Eben Sawtelle of Rockland. is
In the city, visiting friends.
j. II. Miles of Saco, was in the city.
sunday. calling on friends.
John w. Buffum of Winslow. was in
Augusta on business. Saturday.
w. f. S. Whitman was in Water
vile on short visit Saturday.
A. G. Coombs of Vassalboro. was In
Augusta. Saturday. on business.
Harry S. Bradbury returned to his
nome in Fairfield, Saturday afternoon.
Fred Spaulding of Liberty. was among
the guests at the City Hotel, Saturday.
Mayor J. Manchester Haynes left on
the morning train, yesterday, for Bos-
ton.
Ralph Morse of Stockton Springs, was
in the city, calling on friends. Satur-
day.
l.. B. Dolloff of Belgrade, was among
the business visitors in the city Satur-
day.
A. II. f. Buffum of Portland. was
among the visitors in the city. Satur
day.
Robert Cony, who has been visiting
friends in Portland. has returned
home.
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Howard 2f
Bath. were among the visitors in the
city. Saturday.
Frank Houlton of Center Sidney, was
among the out-of-town people in the
city. Saturday.
NJ. G. Shaw. the well-known Bath
lumberman and electric railroad mag
nate. was in the city, Saturday.
a. II. Sturtevant was up from the
Bowdoin Medical college to spend Sun
day with his brother. c. T.. Sturtevant.
George Pike and c. NJ. Cram were in
Waterville. Saturday afternoon and
evening, calling on friends and rela-
tives.
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Moores of Mount
Vernon, who have been visiting Mr.. and
Mrs. NJ. X. Leighton for several days,
returned home, Saturday afternoon.
Justin o. Wellnlan. instructor of
at the Bangor High
school, was was called home by the ILL
ness and death of his little brother. re-
turned to Bangor on the afternoon
train, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

The large freight business on the
Maine Central still continues. There
were four good sized extras besides
the regular freights. Sunday Those
going West We're made up for the
greater part of pulp wood and railroad
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30
RockLANO, 8; BANGOR, 8.

Rockland. Me-. Jan. 29.-Rockland won.
Saturday night, in a game that was fun
of dash and vim to the finish. The de-
fence was very strong, while Murphy and
Dawson played their usual scientific
game. O'Hara and Jason played an ex-
cellent game for the visitors, but Hough-
ton and Furbush We're repeatedly hiSSed
for dirty work. On one occasion Hough-
ton attempted to hook the oall from the
cage after a goal had been made and wits
fined s. for the offence. The summary:
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

The lecture of the course at the Con-
gregational church. Sunday evening.
was by Hon. Herbert NJ. Heath. His
subject. which he handled in pleasing
and skilful manner. was Daniel Web
Ster''
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

Rev. John c. Perkins of Portland,
was in the city, over Sunday. and oc-
cupied the pulpit of the Unitarian
church in exchange with the pastor
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30
Loans on Real fslale Securiiy.


The Gardiner Loan and Building Asso-
citation is prepared 10 advance money TO
any desired amount on adequate real es-
tate security. Terms will be disclosed on
hanson & Burleigh, Offices over Granite
Bank. jan36dtf
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30
ROCkLAAND.
BANGOR

Score-Rockland y: Bangor. 8. Rnshes-
Murphy 3; Jason. 3; OaHara. Stops
eastman. "a; O'Mal y II. FouIs-Hough-
ton Furbush. Referee-Keiley. Timer.
Blackington. Attendance. $50.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1899-01-30

Prof Monaghans class in waltZirg
will meet at Union hall. "Wednesday
evening, Feb. /.