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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04
WITH IMPRESSIVE SERVICES.
Body Of the Late George Tyler Inferred by
Patriarchs Militant.

The funeral services of the late
George l.. Tyler We're held at the home
of Mr.. and Mrs. William Ring at Farm
inSdale, yesterday afternoon, where
Mr.. Tyler has made his home ever
since he came to this city. The SER
vices were conducted by Rev. A. A.
Lewis of the Methodist church. and
were very impressive. He spoke of the
life of Mr.. Tyler as one that was an
example for all, always kind and true
and to all friend. He spoke words of
kindness to the bereaved family and
friends. Two selections were rendered
by the church choir MeSSrS. Cunning
ham and Oldham and Miss Andrews
and Mrs. Preble.
The bearers We're from the Canton
Evergreen and were l.. l.. RUSSELL c.
\. harrington, c. II. Beane, F. l..
White, j. II. Jackson and Frank Har-
rinSton. The remains were taken to
Oak Grove cemetery where the burial
services of the Patriarchs Militant were
performed by Commandant G.. w. Har-
rinSton and Chaplain Glass. The re-
mains were inferred in the family lot.
The floral tributes were the finest
that have been seen in this city. They
were nearly all set pieces and was only
slight testimonial of the high esteem
that the deceased was held in by all.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04
Gardiner Firemen Pleased.

Gardiner firemen are pleased that
the Maine Fremen's Association should
decide to hold its next meeting in
this city and are willing to do all in
their power to make it grand sue
cess, both to the association and the
city. The meeting means the bringing
of lots of firemen into our city and also
lots of money. 1t is of two days dura-
ton. the first being the business meet
ing and the last for the contests be-
tween the hand engines. steamers, hose
reels and hook and ladder contests.
Another thing that happened there
that is extremely pleasing to all the
firemen and citizens and that is the
election of Chief Drake to the respon-
sible position of senior vice president
This was a great surprise to Mr. Drake
as he little thought anything of it but
seems pleased that he should be Sc
hOnored.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

and Charles Kimball. aged 10. Of Ran
doIph. A week ago the Lurvey girl left
her home and came to this city where
she met Kimball, who formerly lived
at Rockland, and they went to Ran
dolph where they put up for the night.
The next morning they went to Bangor
where they remained till Wednesday
afternoon, when they returned to this
city.
Deputy Marshal Andrews soon spot
ted them and telephoned to the girls
father at Rockland about the matter.
Mr.. Lurvey was here, last week. and
being unable to locate them. left the
matter in the officers hands of this
place. At little after Z o'clock in the
evening, the officers received word to
retain them and this they did by TAX
ing them to the station. Mr.. Lurvey
arrived on the Pullman. yesterday, and
soon had the matter Strengthened out
satisfactory to all. He went to Ran
dolph with kimball and there his in
tentiOns of marriage were published.
They left for Rockland or the noon
express, where they will be married,
next week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

evening. that he was more than salts
fled with the first concert He esti-
mated that from 1900 to 1900 people at
tended, and said that crowds at both
the Augusta and Gardiner ends of the
line We're unable to- board the ears ow-
ing to their crowded condition. All of
the cars available were used and even
then the crowd could not be accommo-
dated. 1t is said that another concert
will soon be given
A Well-known citizen remarked to
the Journal, last evening, that it was Il
deplorable fact that there was no
pleasure ground in the vicinity of the
three cities. Crowds are called to Mer-
rymeetinS and other resorts, when Il
well appointed park, in this immediate
section would receive even better pa
tronage and at a smaller figure of indi-
Nidual expense. This citizen hopes tn
see an Electric road opened to Lake
CobbosseecOntee ere many years.
The only accident, during the even
ing. was occassioned by two teams be
coming entangled. one of the horses
being thrown. For moment il seem
I'd as though serious results would fol-
low, but skillful bystanders extricated
the mixed-up teams with small dam
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04
ENJOYABLE BAND CONCERT.
Fully 1900 People Listen to Gardiner Band
Music at Loudon Hill.

One Of the loveliest Of summer even
ings in conjunction with one Of the
finest outdoor concerts that have
been given here for some time on
Loudon Hill. Thursday evening. Spec
ial Electrics from this city and from
Augusta and Gardiner brought several
hundred people together in Maple
square. and the next concert there will
be quite Well attended if the COM
plete satisfaction of hearers is to be
considered a good omen. The Electrics
not only brought hundreds of people to
the square but teams lined the streets
and many came awheel. 1t is said that
there were over 1900 people present.
The Gardiner Band has a good repu-
tation and especially, this season, has
it's musical efforts secured widespread
attention and approval. F. Mortimer
Howe, a former HallowelI boy. and a
good instructor, has instructed the
band, this season, and has given COM
pklete satisfaction.
The improvements to the Electric
roadbed has been made within few
weeks and the extension of the siding
are improvements to that particular
locality which are appreciated
especially by residents of the
hill. as the appearance Of the
square is thereby greatly enhanced.
Supt. Taylor of the Electric Road. is
to be congratulated upon the success
of the first concert
Supt. Taylor told the Journal, last
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04
SITUATION IS GRAVE.
But Troops Are HustIing After Yaquis Indians
To Subdue Them.

st. Louis, Mo, Aug. "A special to
the Globe Democrat from Nogales, Ari-
IONA, says: TWO gatling guns and a de-
tachmcnt Of artillery soldiers from the
City Of Mexico have been hurried
southwark via FL Paso, en- route to the
scene OF the Yaquis war. Troops are
being marched across the mountains
from points in the states Of Chihuahua
and Durango to join forces in the field
and other achievements are rushing
from all quarters.
II is reported that emissaries have
been sent all over the state Of Sonora
by tho Yaqui leaders to ranches and
mines where men of the tribe are at
work calling them to arms with their
compatriots already in the field, and
many have disappeared. Some fears
are expressed of u descent upon this
town similar to that Of August. 1896.
when an attacking party took posses
sion If the Mexican custom house in
the early hours Of the morning and
we're dislodgcd only after a severe bat
tie in which they left nine men dead on
the field and carried away over 20
wounded.
In that fight co. q Of the Arizona
Militia participated and it is from mo-
tives ~ revenge that the Yaquis now
on the war path have killed the Ameri-
cans whose deaths have been reported
In the former wars they have also re-
spected Americans, never molesting
them.
The situation il here considered so
grave that Mayor Overton has COM
muniCa ted 10 Coy. Murphy a request TO
ask the war department 70 send
troop Of cavalry from Fort Hutchuaca
for protection Of the town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04
A MARROW ESCAPE.
Little Herbert Taylor lust Escapes % atl
Under Car Wheels.

Herbert. the little son of Russell
Taylor. baggage master at the Maine
central station, had a narrow escape
from serious injury if not from death
tuesday afternoon. The little fellow
III company with playmate was at
the gate house ut play when the after
noon 'scoot" from Waterville came in.
The boys had placed some tins on the
track for the cars to run over and had
stepped back out of the way.
The train, which runs little way
on side track. was coming toward
them when the little Taylor boy start
ed and lodged right in front of the
train The brakeman of the cars
shouted, and the boys grandfather.
who is the gate tender, snatched the
child from the track just as the train
went by. All who saw the child nearly
held their breath as they expected he
would be crushed to death.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

a man was arrested for drunkenness,
yesterday afternoon, and placed in the
lock up in the Old City hall The trial
will be held in the court room in the old
City hall. The cages for the new lock-
up have not yet arrived, and conse-
quently the new quarters will not be
used for some time. The new court
room was finished with the rest of the
building, but as yet has not been fur
nished. 1t has been suggested that
some of the furniture in the old court
room and council rooms be used but
there are those who believe that some
thing in keeping with the modern
apartments, and the modern fittings
up stairs, should be provided.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

An idea Of the interest that is being
taken in the ball game to be played.
Tuesday afternoon at 4 O'Clock, may BE-
gained from the fact that "A large party
OF Shawmut people are planning to at
tend. They thought the game was to
have been played. last Tuesday. and
came down that day. An attempt will
be made to have the stores closed at
that time from 1 until 6 in the after
noon. business is rather quiet the first
parts OF the week during those hours
and not the slightest opposition to the
idea is anticipated.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04
The COLUMBUS RACES.
H,avy Thunder Shower Makes Races Slow
All Closely Contested.

Columbus. Ohio Aug. 3.-Racing in
Circuit Meeting. today. After three
heats had been run heavy thunder
shower drench the track. The home
stretch was a sea of mud for q time
but the racing crowd patiently waited
until it had sufficiently dried to permit
the horses to go. 1t was o'clock be
lore racing could be resumed and only
two events were finished before dark
ness interviewed.
Ananias won the 2.0Tzpace in straight
heats and apparently without effort.
The Cleveland horse was favorite in
the betting, but Miss Logan was heavi-
ly backed. The first heat was paced
before the rain and not one of the
horses in the big field could push An
anias. The judges thought James had
not driven Charlie b. out and the
Selding was set back 10 18th place after
finishing second.
Two heats of the PIG class were
paced before the rain. Harry o. was
favorite, but had formidable com
petitor in Nerva Patchen. Harry O.
finished 18th in the first and then won
IN consecutive heats. Nerva Patchen
was driven out in the first heat. but
gave the favorite a sharp brush at the
hnish in the next two heats
The PA trot was postponed until to-
morrow
The summary:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04
Lieut.. Thompson In Command.

Second Lieutenant Fen Thompson re-
ccived orders from the office of the adJu-
tant general At Augusta. Thursday. IL
assume command of co. A. and he has
started out on the work. There will he a
meeting Of the company. Tuesday even
ing. and at that time the future Of til,
company will be settled. At the prescn.
time there are a great number OF those
who went into the volunteer army tina;
desire To join, and these with their cx-
perience will be great aid towards max
ing the command a fine one.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04
Funeral OF the Late Mrs. Sherman Dunn.

The funeral OF the late Mrs. Katie
o.. wife of Sherman Dunn, occurred
from the residence on Grccnyillc
street. Thursday afternoon. The little
home was filled with relatives and
friends and the services We're very i'm
pressive Rev. J. T.. Cochrane Of the
First Baptist church, ofiiciated y
quartet consisting Of Miss Minnie
Cross. soprano. Mrs. Louis Clarke, al
To. George Fuller. tenor and Roy
Pierce, basso. sang three selections,
After the Darkest Hour, Jesus
Lover of My Soul" and There is
Never Day So Dreary-
The floral tributes were very bcauti-
full. attesting the love and devotion of
friends and relatives.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

The funeral Of Mrs. Aloma NJ. Man
ley. who died. Tuesday night was
held. yesterday afternoon. from her
home on Elm street. The services
were conducted BY Key. q. II. Lindsay
the pastor OF the Methodist church of
which Mrs. Manley was member.
The high regard with which Mrs. Man
ley was held by all who knew her was
shown by the large number Of friends
in attendance, ana by the profusc floral
tributes. a quartet. under the direc-
tion Of John Towne. assisted at the
services. The intcrmcnt was in Pine
Grove
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04
WANTS REGRET EXPRESSED.
Hayden Government Can Satisfy Us BY Apollo
giving for Violating Consulate.

WashngtonA Aug. 3.-Acting Secretary
Of State Adcc has received a cablegram
from Minister Powell at Port au Prince,
IIayti, confirming the newspaper reports
OF the violation OF his legation by police
officers who were trying to make an ar
rest. The department VIII probably direct
the minister to surrender The man to tn
authorities il il shall appear that the
proceedings are regular and that ne Will
be given Il fair trial. If the Hayden gu.--
eminent expresses regret at the invasion
Of the legation. the state department Will
be satisfied.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04
HallOWell Advertisements,
NOTICE.

Bids Will be received for heating the
building now In process of erection on the
grounds of the Maine Industrial School
for Girls. at Halloweli. Maine, until Mon
day, Aug. II, 1899 at II NJ
Plans and specifications can be seen at
the Hallowell Savings institution.
All bids should be Sent to G. H. Dudley
Hallowell, Maine.
The right to reject any ana all bids re-
served.
July 2S, 1899. i july29dlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04
GEN. TORRES Is NOT KILLED.

81. Louis Mo, Aug. 3.-A special to
the Globe Democrat from Los Angeles.
cal. says: A dispatch from General
\. l.. Torres has been received to the
effect that his father, the famous Cen
eral Luis Il. Torres. was wounded but
not killed by the Yaquis. The wound
go general is now at TORN. the Yaqui
capitol Gen. a. L. Torres ana Col
Bawo, are now in command of the
Mexican troops in the field and Will
continue the campaign in that section
until Gen. Torres is able TO resume
command.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

The annual Universalist Sunday
School picnic will be held. Tuesday.
Aug. s, in Sawtclle's grove. Sidney.
All members of the Sunday School
with their friends are expected to at
tend. A short grove meeting and vari-
Gus games and sports have been ar
ranged. 50 that most pleasant time
is anticipated. Transportation will be
made by team and the steamer Bernice
will be run.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

The steamer Islander carried a num-
Der of the members of the Free Bap-
fist Sunday School and their friends to
The Islands, Thursday. The day was a
fine one for the trip down and was
greatly enjoyed. The organ from the
vestry was taken along and some very
fine music was given. The return was
made at little after 6 o'clock. all hav-
ing passed a most pleasant day
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Dr. NJ. Z. Ward, eastern representa-
tive from VIM. r. Warner & Co, is
making his headquarters at the Halo
well house while working the Kenne-
bee valley. DR.. Ward is well known
among the medical profession. having
visited the physicians II this section an
nually for the last 10 years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Al the present time there are at the
city clerks office the intentions of
marriage of four couples of this city.
Business in the matrimonial market
bids fair to be brisk for time. 1t is
said that there are several more to be
published as we'll
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04
REVOLT GROWING.
Continued from page, -

relative to possible American interven-
ton in Santo Domingo. the eleanor,
today, says it anticipates the finding
of an excuse to add the island of Hayti
to the string Of antillian gems on the
new colonial diadem," and invokes the
powers to curb Americas ambition"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04
DAMAGE REACHES s1o0. 600.

New York. Aug.-The damage done
by the tornado that struck Elizabeth.
J.. yesterday. was estimated. today
at 100000. Much establishment is eX-
pressed that no one was killed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

party of about p young people
We're entertained by Miss Eva Winter
at her home on Maple street, last even
ing. The band concert was heard from
the verandas and lawns and with the
social hour following a most enjoyable
evening was passed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

The crowd that took in the band con-
cert at IIallowell, last evening. from this
place was very large and all enjoyed the
time. The Gardiner Band, which gave
the concert, received many words OF
praise for its good work and deserved it
as il was excellent. There is a prospect
that the band will give other concerts
there in the future.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

At the present time there is only one
house in the city that is under quaran-
tine and that is the home of John
Clarey, his little daughter being i'll
with a slight case of scarlet fever. She
is doing nicely and it Is expected that
the quarantine will be removed in a
few days
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Word comes from George q. HouIehar.
who is now in the Interstate department
Of commerce at Washington. that
through the efforts of Congressman Bur
leigh, he has again been promoted an
other notch. This will be good news for
his many friends in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

f. f. Became is now in Seattle, Wash,
and is yet unable to tell whether or not
it will be necessary for him to return
to the Stewart river. If he does not re
turn there he will at once return home,
arriving here the last of August.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Miss Edith Allen of Arlington. who
has been the guest of Mrs. Bertha AL
len. Lincoln street, was passenger on
the boat to Boston, Thursday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

+. 4. Smith was a passenger on the
Kenncbec for Boston, yesterday, where
he will pass a few days before going to
Elizabeth. n. j., where he has ac
copted Il very fine position.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Special orders No. >. dated. yester-
day appoints DR.. w. +. Elwcll. sur
geon, James l.. Rea. commander Home
Co. p. and Honestus II. kimball, COM
mander Home Co. G, a board of survey
to take action upon certain public
property lost, damaged. etc.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04
2.l6 CLASS-PACE-PTRSF S90oG
AMERICAN JOCKEY WINS

London. Aug. 3.-"Skeets" Martin
the American jockey, won the Brighton
Town plate, of 100 soverigns on Chal-
low. Benedictus was second and
Clondalkin was third. Fifteen horses
ran.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Steamboat Inspectors John NJ. Tay-
lor of Cape Elizabeth, and Horace At
wood. Hampderr, We're registered at the
Hallowell house. Thursday. and will
go to Lake Cobbosscccontce. today, to
inspect the steamers there.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

About % Of the Hecla Engine Co.
Of Randolph, went to Bangor. yester-
day morning. to attend the muster.
The hand tub went on a special train.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Mrs. Hiram Cox of Portland, who
has been spending Il few days with
Miss Perry, Brunswick hill, returned,
yesterday, to her home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Richard Is. Henderson and Miss Lila
+. ToWle were married at the Metho-
dist parsonage by Rev. A. \. Lewis.
Wednesday evening. Both are of this
city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

II had a running, itching sore on my
leg. Suffered fortunes. Doans Ointment
stantly, and quickly effected permanent
9 re-" c. w. Lenhart. Bowling Green. u.
mon. wed. fri&wky.u
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Mr.. and Mrs. II. +. FrizzelI and son
charles and Miss Margaret Wallace
nave returned from Winona cottage
where they have been spending several
dlNS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Mr.. and Mrs. Elmer Craig have gone
to Yarmouth Junction, where they will
remain for short time as the guests
of friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Swift and
daughter Marion went to Capitol Is
land. yesterday. where they will pass
several days at their cottage.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Charles Dorrity has been engaged to
act as starter at the races in North
Arson, July IL and u; in Augusta.
August Il, and in Hartland, August 10.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Mr.. and Mrs. Sidney Green left, yes
terday afternoon, for the Islands.
where they will remain for a short
time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Miss Lillian Mansfield Of Wakefield.
Mass, arrived on the kennebec, Thurs
day, for visit to friends for a few
days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Mrs. John Whitmore was a passen-
ger on the Islander to Capitol Island
where she Will pass several days at her
cottage.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Mr. and Mrs. &. l.. Judkins Miss
Irene Il. .Judkins and Miss Mildred +.
Judkins of Boston, are among the
summer visitors in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Allie Islon, who has been clerking at
j. w. Lemont's bakery, has returned to
Brunswick. where he will remain at
his home for a short time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Mrs. Il. \. Billings and Miss Emma
Billings went 70 Belfast. Thursday.
where they will pass few weeks with
relatives.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Rev. John Il. Boardman of the South
Congregational church. will exchange
with Rev. j. l. -CoChrane Of the First
Baptist church. Sunday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04
HALLOWELL.

Miss Lena Foster returned, Thurs
day. from a weeks visit to relatives in
Oakland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Mr.. and Mrs. J. A. Davidson have
gone to the Islands. where they will
remain for short time
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

w. {. Olds of Barre. Vt. is in the
city a few days on business. at the
Taintor quarry.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Mrs. David Buck and daughter, Mrs.
Nellie Lacock. Miss Grace Buck and
Iflma Lacock left, yesterday. for
Somerville, Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Mr.. ana Mrs. James Written Of Ar
lington. Mass. are visiting his father.
i. +. Written on Fillmore Place.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-08-04

Fred Boston of Gardiner, was the
guest of Waterville friends. yesterday.