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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-18
The Late John n. Parsons.

The Journal has already chronicled
the death of a wellknown and respect
ed citizen, Mr.. John III. Parsons, who
died at his home on Sewall street. Fri
day afternoon. Mr.. Parsons was the
son of the venerable John Parsons of
this city, ana was born in Harrison,
% years and ) months ago. When
quite young. on account Of the ill health
of his mother. he was taken South, and
spent two years in Jacksonville, Fla.
removing from there to this city, which
has since been his home. with the ex-
ception of short time spent in the dry
goods business in Readheld He was
educated in the public schools of this
city, and at the Eastman Business col
lcgc at Poughkeepsie, n. Y. lie was
for a time in his fathers dry goods
store in Augusta. but his mechanical
genius pointed strongly to other fields
of industry. So 20 years ago he and Mr.
George T.. Gay formed 4 partnership
under the firm name Of Gay d Parsons,
which has since continued without in
terruption. and with the utmost har-
mOny and pleasant relations. They in
vented and manufactured ratchet
screw driver, the first ever offered the
trade, and which achieved for itself
great fame. not only in our own coun-
try. but in the distant countries of the
world. Their first shop was on the East
side of the river, which was changed to
the West side, near the dam. Their
business increasing. they moved into
their present building on Rincs' hill.
where besides manufacturing their
patent screw driver, they carry on re-
pair and machine work of all kinds
Mr.. Parsons wife died two years ago
He leaves two children, who have
grown to man and womans estate.
Miss Gertrude G. and Willard II. Mr.
Parsons was an attendant at the Con
SrcgatiUnalist church, and although
not a member, eXempified in his walk
Christian character. Afflicted with a
disease that he knew must have
fatal termination, he was patient and
accomplishing in the midst of severe
suffering, cheered by the hope of a
bliSsful immortality in land where
there is no suffering and no tears. His
was a quiet home life; he cared not to
wander, even for a time, from its sac
red precincts. The glare and glitter
of society had no charms for him. al
though he belonged to several frater-
nal organizations. He moved about IN
a quiet and transformations manner.
taking up his daily tasks and perform
ing each Of them faithfully and hon
estly. and laying down the burden sub
missively when the Master called.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-18
An Augusta Lady Poisoned.

y paper printed in Hastings. Ne
braSka. tells Of the attempted poison
ing ease in that city. in which Mrs. +.
II. Gaslin. formerly Of this city. was
one If the victims. II seems that a
lady who has a studio in that town
was given box of bon bonS. They
were left while She was away and were
purportcd T. have come from a very
intimate friend. lust after the lady
arrived at her studio and opened the
box. several friends arrived and she
passed the bon bons around. They
had 4 very odd taste so that none ate
many. Soon after they We're all taken
i'll, and the remaining bon bons were
examined. Each was found to contain
10 drops Of arsenic. Mrs. Gaslin was
in the party of friends, who partook Of
the candy. and was one Of the sckes;t
on account of it. At one time her life
was despaircd Of. hut later reports say
that she and all the other ladies arr
recovering.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-18
Richard Fitzgerald Loses Both Arms.

The news was received by Patrick
Fitzgerald, Monday, that his son Rich
ard had been seriously injured in Port
land. 1t seems that young Richard
had attempted to jump aboard freight
train No. 81, when he fell under the
wheels, severing both arms. He was
taken to the Maine General hospital.
Young Fitzgerald was taken from the
Reform school, last November. and
came to his home in this city to live.
He staid here until the opening of the
ice season. when he left, telling his
father that he was going to the ice
fields 70 work. Since that time he has
not been heard from until the news II
Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-18
VILLAGE DISTRICT.
The Directors Make Their 52nc
Annual Report.
Condition Of Schools and Buildings Said 10 Be
Very Satisfactory.

The report of the directors, principal
ana special teachers Of the Village Dis
trict schools is out and ready for the
peruSal of the public previous to the
meeting of the voters of the diStriC,,
next Saturday afternoon at 4 L. II.
This meeting will be held in the Will
liam r. Smith School hall on State
street for the purpose of choosing Il di-
rector, to approve the report, to raise
money for the support of the schools,
to determine in what manner the take !;
assessed shall be collected, and to see
il the district will make any discount
on taxes paid before a specified time
together with other business that may
legally come before the meeting.
This is the 52nd annual report Of The
schools of the Village District of Au-
gusta. The directors say in opening:
The directors enjoy great satisfac
ton in the belief that seldom if ever
before in the history of the district
have the affairs been in more health
full and prosperous condition; its build
ings We're never in a higher state of
repairs or better adapted to their use;
never were the teachers more capable
or devoted: never were the scholars in
a more enthusiastic mood for their les
sons, and never has there been more
substantial progress made by them in
their general school work than during
the year just ended. This is not say
ing that our schools have yet realized
the cherished ideal set before them and
whichitis practicable for them to reach
and maintain if all interested in them
will patiently and unremittingly labor
for that end
Their table giving the bills approved
for payment shows the amount of S16,-
9S2.9S, of which $9.052.42 is paid for
teachers salaries. The unexpected and
unusual amount for repairs found nee
essary has prevented them from re-
ducing the debt of $4,000 incurred in 1897
by the building of the Nash school at
the corner of Capitol and Sewall
streets. They now have s165O.6l in I'M
collected taxes and in credits at the city
treasurerS office.
The following is the list Of expenses &c
the past year:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-18
Preparing Tor a Day in Camp.

The Augusta Cadets are putting lots
of time and work into their prepare
ton for "A Day in Camp" in City hall.
Wednesday evening. April &c. They
had a full dress rehearsal, Saturday,
going through the whole programme as
it will be presented. even to pitching
the tents and building the campfire.
Many new features Will be introduced
in the drills. and the friends of the
Cadets will be given a treat. Tn
tickets are already selling well. The
reserved seats will be on sale at klns-
mans, next Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-18
Moves 'Parlin.

A quiet but pleasant wedding oc-
Cured at the residence of Mr. Nathan
iel Noyes, Saturday, April II, when he
was united in marriage to Mrs. n =.
Parlin. formerly of Arson, Me, Rev.
Everett Lesher, officiating.
Mr. Moves is well and favorably
known in Augusta, having been an
honored and respected citizen OF the
place for many years, and his many
friends unite in wishing both himself
and estimable wife, many years of JOY
and happiness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-18

T.. F.. Marson is becoming noted
carriage manufacturer ana ms reputa-
ton for honest work and square deal
ing accounts to a large extent Tor thc
increase of his business. Mr. Marson
is 4 Young man and the same course
he has so far pursued will likely IN a
fov wears more, count him as among
rho largest manufacturers in the state.
BESIDES manufacturing he is a large
daalerin carriages of all kinds and buys
in such quantities it enables nm To
give better bargains than smaiier
dealers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-18

The latest and king-pin rat story Of
the season is to the effect that p We're
recently caught at one and the same
time IN one trap at Gideon HallowelTs
slaughter house. If you don't believe
it, ask Patrolman Ward.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-18
A Night Of Laughter.

Meonian hall. Thursday evening.
April 20, Harry LAMAR and company
in that funny three-act play is Mar
riage a Failure" Nine vaudeville acts
introduced during the evening. BY re-
quest there will be- dancing from 10. 80
until T.. Free to those holding re-
served seats.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-18

J. II. Cogan & Co. report the de
mand, this spring. being for a better
grade of wheel like the Rambler.
There is no fun for young fellow
when away quite a distance with mem
bers Of the bicycle club to have the
feeling that his cheap wheel is Liable
at any time to fail him. unfortunately
this feeling is often well grounded.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-18

The Eastern Star whist will meet
this afternoon at 230, with Mrs. Will
H. johnson. 80 State street A large
attendance is desired.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-18

The extract of the new law relating
to truants is given to warn all those
interested in the same to be on their
guard against breaking it,
Another article of interest is the pa
per of Hon. J. w. Bradbury read at
the meeting Of the Maine Pedagogical
Society at the State House. December
-. the subject being The Public
Schools"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-18
Proposals for Mason Work on Steam
Boilers at State House,

Proposals will be received until Thurs
day. April 20. at =. NJ. addressed to
Hon. Sidney NJ. Bird. Chairman Execu-
tive Council Committee on Public Build
inEs. State House, Augusta, for making
repairs on the steam plant at the State
Capitol. All Information concerning the
work may be obtained at the office of
the superintendent OF public buildings,
State House, Augusta. The committee
reserves the right to reject any and all
bids.
Z. C. STEVENS, Superintendent.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-18
Proposals for EnIarging and Making
Repairs on Boiler House at State
Capitol.

Proposals will he received until Thurs
dav. April 70. at 1 II. NJ. addressed to
Hon. Sidney NJ. Bird, Chairman Execu-
tive Council Committee on Public Build
ings, State House. Augusta, for enlarging
ami making repairs on boiler house, at
tie State capitol as per plans and speci-
fications to be seen at the office of the
superintendent of public buildings. at the
State House. The committee reserves the
right to reject any and all bids.
l.. &. STEVENS, Superintendent.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-04-18
Spring Has Come
SO HAS
CIV. WadIeigh.

do not want 10 or 30 per cent. 10 will
satisfy me. Quick sales and small prof
its is my motto.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1899-11-08
The Pronunciation Explained.

"There Is a family in Virginia." says
Golfers Weekly, ''the name Of which
Is spelled 'Enroughty.' but 1t Is pro-
nounced Darby This fact, familiar
to many Americans. happened to be
told by Miss Hayward at a dinner In
London at which Mr.. Kipling was
present, when be broke In: You have
saved my reputation by telling that
You are the first man, woman or child
who could back me up In it.
THE explanation Of the popularity Is
that the Derbys were an English famf
ly who settled In Virginia In the colo.
nial days. One Of the sons. the tradi
tionaI black sheep Of the family. wai
left n share In his fathers will on CON
dit5oH that he changed his name. Hs
changed his written name to En-
roughly, bat continued to call himself
Derby.
"On hearing this explanation Mr.
| Eiplinx said. Z think ! viii change m!
name to Smith You can spell ]
| Smith II you like was the reply. bu
| Il viii always be pronounced Kipiing.
! Q remark which caused him to look n
unfeignedly pleased as a boy"
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1899-11-08
CITY ORDINANCES,
GORDINANCE No. e3 I
CITY PHYSICIAN.

AN ORDINANCE Creating the Once
of Oity Pysieian, Providing for His
Appointments, and Defining His
BE 1t Ordained by the City Council
of the City of Ardmore:
SECTION 1. That the office of City
Physician 10 hereby created, and the
city council may, at any meeting
elect City Physician, who shall bold
his Office for the term and period Of
time as other city officials, and until
his successor is chosen and qualified.
Sec. 2. The City Pysician shall be
a practicing physician, in good stand
ing, and a resident citizen Of the city
of Ardmore, and before entering
upon the duties of his of1ce, shall
take the oath of office prescribed for
other city officials.
Sec. 8. He shall visit the city
prison, and take charge of and at
tend all cases of disease or accident,
certified to him by the mayor a. de-
manding medical attention, M well
as any and all other cases in the city
certified to him BY the city council,
through the mayor.
Sec. 4. 1t shall be the duty OF the
City Physician to keep himself ad-
i tl5C0 VI tA6 CAAckoaSO Va any R01tt-
lential, contagious, or infectious
diseases, at all ports or places
within the Indian Territory or states
and territories adjoining the same,
! and shall Immediately report the
same to the board of health of said
city. And it shall be his further duty,
whenever he lie informed of the ex
istence eff any peetilential, con-
tapeous or iufectuous diseases with
in this city, to report the same to
the said board of health, and he
shall be an ex-officio q member oi
said board And all petilentia1soo1
/ tageous or infectious diseases, pIo1
in the hospital or pest house, e1
be under the exclusive control e ~
City Pysician and the board d bt1
Sec. 5, sIhe.:Cisy Pbysicleu
receive such compensation for 60
vices actually rendered as r1aE
hereafter be fixed and allowed 81
the city council, and he may be su9
lpended or removed from offics fa1
like causes. and IN like manner Wit
the other citv office'.s and any v
eancy inhis ONCE may be filed as 9th
or vacancies are filed.
Sec. 6. The provisions of this or
dinance shall become operative from
passage and publication.
Passed and approved this Novem
Der 7th, 1899.
W. T. GARDNER, Mayor.
DAVE BEST, City Clerk.
Published November 8, 1899.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1899-11-08
Grote.aue warriors.

Here is a fetching description Of a
military review which we Gull from
Mr.. Harold Gorsts' book on China:
"At one extremity OF the field there
was raised on a slight elevation Of the
mense red parasol and ornamented
with lanterns, streamers and some
large lanterns that did not seem par
ticularly necessary, as the sun was
shining In full splendor. The inspector
extraordinary of the imperial army
and the principal civic and military
mandarins of the town were on the
platform, seated In armchairs before
little tables covered with tea things
and boxes filed with excellent tobacco.
The moment arrived to begin. A little
was fred of, the military judges COW
ering their ears with their hands to
protect them from the frightful detona-
ton, then a yellow flag was hoisted to
the top of one of the forts, the TOM
toms sounded a furious charge, and
the soldiers rushed together pellmell.
uttering terrible cries and grouping
themselves around the flag of their
company.
'Tt is impossible to imagine any
thing more whimsical and comic than
the evolutions of the Chinese soldiers
They advance, draw back, leap. pirou'
ette, cut capers, crouch behind their
shields. as if to watch the enemy, then
Jump up again, distribute blows right
and left and then run away with al
their might, crying. Victory, victoryP
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1899-11-08
Mr.. Kimberley HimbIe wit.

James G. Blaine was nonplused
once while he was secretary Of state.
One of the applicants for a consulate
In Japan was the late Samuel Kimber-
ley of Baltimore. who died In the serv-
ice in Central America. After be had
presented his credentials Mr.. Blaine
said: af
81 should like to appoint you, Mr..
Kimberley, but / have made It a rule
to recommend no one who does moi
speak the language of the country to
which he Is sent Do you speak Jap
aneseT
"Cert-t-tainly, Mr.. B-Blaine." siam
mered Mr.. Kimberley. "A-a-ask me
s-s-something In J-J-Japanese and III
answer you"
Mr.. Blaine hadn't word to say, bu
the japanese post went to anothel
man, all the same, and Kimberley
went to Central America
Another story is told Of Kimberle!
equally creditable to his nimble wit
One day he met n young woman wh'
threw her arms impulsiyely around hi
neck and kissed him. Seeing her mis-
take, she drew back and angrily ask
ed:
Aren't you Mr.. Jonesr
"N-n-no. madam" replied Kimbei
ley, bowling; I'm n-n-not, but
w-w-wish to thunder l w-w-was."
Saturday Evening Post
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1899-11-08
ALBATROSS
FLOUR
Is For Sale by the Following Merchants !:

J. N. Morgan. Kendall & CO., A. A. Bailey,
w. A. Payne. Porter Staples. M. T. Feker. w:
A. Gillian. P. B. Jones. r. T. Dallas. Rner g.
Tennery, G. L. Carr. Wolverton Grocery Co.,
Fielder Bros, Ardmore.
"A. Roady. PauIs Valley; Kendall & Son.
Wynnewood; Settle Bros. Marietta: Fred
Harkey, Oakland; Sparks & Boatright. Ravia
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1899-11-08
Government Instituted.

Manila. Nov. 7.-At Bacolor, in
the island of Negros, the autono-
nous government of the FiliIinos
was established yesterday. General
Smith, governor of the island OF
Negros, administered the oath OF
Office to the Judge of the supreme
court, who in turn swore in the
governor, three judges, twelve coun-
cilmen, the auditor and the secre-
tary of the interior. The natives OF
the entire island attended the cere-
mony. The officers from Iloilo were
also present. Three days feasting
will follow in celebration OF the new
government and the first annive--
sary of the surrender of the Span
iards to the Negros revolutionists,
ending with a ball in the govern
ment house tonight. American hags
are displayed in the village. The
celebration consisted of horse racing
and other sports, music, religious
| functions and an illumination. The
ball attracted the wives Of the
wealthy planters and there was a
great display of rich costumes and
costly jewels as would be seen at 9
similar affair in America or Europe
Elections were held October 2, the
number Of votes cast being SPAS
Tt ere were fortv candidates for the
va rious ofiices.' Melecio Reverint
W : elected governor, receiving l ,s0'
votes. Senior Gsime received ! "a
votes. Suffrage was determined b
property qualification to read and
write.
Irregular bdal novemsnts lead :.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1899-11-08
ARDMORE IND TER WEDNESDAY EVENING" NOVEMBER 8, 1899

turns are coming in slowly. They
show republican gains. especially
in the cities. SIOUX Falls gives a
republican gain of nearly 200 and
Aberdeen republican gain of 100
over last year. Judge Fuller, upon
whom the fusion forces concsntrat-
ed their fight. is running behind
his ticket, but not enough to de-
feat him. The indications are for
the election of the republican can
didate for the supreme court by 8
majority oc from 5000 to 10, 900.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1899-11-08

Baltimore, Md. Nov. T. In
complete returns from the city OF
Baltimore and from the state re-
ceived up to IL o'clock tonight in
dicate that the republicans of Mary.
land have been overwhelmingly de-
feated, and that John Walter Smith
the democratic candidate, has beer
elected by majority of from 10,'
600 to 15, 900.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1899-11-08

The most stubborn cases of Bron-
chitis succumb to Ballard's bore
hound Syrup. Price 20 and 60-centaa
City Drug Store, w. B. Frame.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1899-11-08
EMPEROR WILLIAM.

Paris, Nov. THE Berlin cor
respondent of the Figaro says EN-
peror William has resolved to occu
py Tiger Bay, South Angola, on
the west coast of South Africa, if
England occupies Delagoa Bay.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1899-11-08
THE NEWS In BRIEF.
WICHITA INDIAN CASE.

Washington, Nov. - Solicitor
General Richards yesterday enter
motion in the United States Su-
preme Court to advance the cases of
the Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians
versus the Wichita Indians and af-
filiated bands. The case involves
large tracts of land in Indian Terri
tory.
SORRY HE COULD NOT VOTE
Paterson, N. J. Nov. Hobart
passed a fairly good night and is
resting favorably today. He said
this morning he regretted that he
could not get up and vote as it was
the first time he had missed voting
in many years.
THEIR YEARLY REVOLUTION.
New Orleans, Nov. T. Central
America is threatened with two rev.
olutions which may break out in q
few weeks. Preparations are under
way for the overthrow of Presidents
Babrera Of Guatemala, and Selaya ei
Nicaragua.
AMERICANS WILL USE THoRITE.
Washington, Nov. THE war de,
partment, profiting by the example
of the British, will soon supply the
artillerists In the Philippines with {
high explosive. It's manufacture, 4
is said, will begin in a few days. 1
will be known as thorite ans
is eaid to be more powerful thar
lyddite and safer to handle.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1899-11-08
AMERICANS WILL USE THoR1rE.

IL you have sore throat, soreness
across the back or side, or your
lungs feel sore or tender, or you are
threatened with diphtherfa or pneu-
monia, apply Ballard's Snow Lini-
ment externaily, and use Ballard's
Horeh01nd Syrup.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1899-11-08

Richmond, Va, Nov. 8.-The
indications are that the elections in
Virginia went overwhelmingly DEM
ocratic. In the most hotly con-
tested senatorial district, that is
made up of Isle of WRIGHT, South
hampton and Nansemond, the in
dependent candidate is elected. The
vote was generally light.