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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19
Kate Vannah Night.

The Eiddcford Journal has the fpl-
lowing interesting account Of an eve
ming devoted to Gardeners brilliant
daughter, Miss Nannah. by the leading
Womln's club Of Biddeford:
a charming hostess the Thursday
cub found Mrs. Henry q. Hutchinson,
ut whose home they We're entertained
last evening. \ large number awaited
themselves Of the cordial invitation.
the younger element prevailing. and
their bright faces ana dainty gowns
harmonizrd with the pretty rooms
which We're fragrant with beautiful
iloWers ana ferns. Miss Nellie Drown
HAD arranged a mast enjoyable pro-
gram. Kate Nannah,' Names most
gifted musical composer. was The
theme.
Mrs. Mason. in a conversational
way. gave talk on Kate Nannah as
poet. musician, composer ana woman.
she was born in Gardiner but at an
early age was sent to st Joseph'S
Academy, a Catholic school in En-
mittsburg. Md, from which she Gradu-
ated an accomplished musician. she
has written for the leading literary
publications Of Washington. New York
After her return To Maine She was for
a while on the staff of the Lewiston
Journal. Rut her great strength lies in
her musical compositions. which have
made her famous both in this country
and Europe.
"A letter. volume Of poems. From
Heart to Heart, issued in '93, significl
copies Of her two latest songs. Into
Sunlight Town. ana "A Path Down
the Meadow, and her latest photo
graph We're received by Mrs Mason
from her ana enjoyed by the club
Miss Drown rendered one of Miss Van
nah's songs with delicate touch ana tx
quisite understanding of the authors
thought. Miss Rena Goodwin charmed
all with her clear. perfect enunciation
and sweet voice and was obliged to re-
spOnd to an encore. Miss Hutchinson
could not give her promised song owing
to a severe cold. to the regret Of every
one.
Mrs Louise Callahan O'Neil re-
ceived her first Introduction To the club
under the most pleasant conditions
She is a warm friend Of Miss Vannah
and has frequently read in concerts
with her and was able to interpret her
feeling intelligently. Her Last Wish
was first given with true dramatic skill
and in response to an encore she gave
IN Cathedral Mrs O'Neil is
an artist. Her voice is pure
orOtunda, resonant and sympathetic:
her face very expressive and her stage
presence graceful, and with these
qualities she must be what she is-a
success.
Miss Grace Dudley of Boston, gave
n Very artistic piano solo in answer to an
earnest request. Delicious refresh
ments We're served, after which wit.
mirth and keen intellect sparkled for
an hour. The evening was a success
artistically and socially and Mrs
Hutchinson and Miss Josephine proved
delightful entertaincrs.'
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19
Rev. E. B. Barber RESIGNS.

Notices We're posted, yesterday. an
nouncing meeting of the parish of the
Universalist church. Wednesday even
ing. Dec. p. The business of this
meeting will be the action on the reSig-
nation of Rev. f. Il. Barber. For quite
while it has been expected that Mi.
Barber would tender this. as his year
expired on the last Of the month. Dur
ing the eight years of Mr.. BARRIERS
stay in this city as pastor of the
church. he has greatly endeared him
self to it and not only to the church.
but others outside of it. He has held
the position Of superintendent of
schools for the last two years, and this
position he has filled to the satisfaction
of all. 1t is not known at present what
he intends to do. but in his new work
the best wishes Of large circle of
friends goes with him.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19
SKOWHEGAN.

The December term Of the Somerset SUI
preme judicial court will open. today,
Judge w. 7. Whitehouse. presiding. Be
cause Of the difficulty of assigning cases
for the first week, no jury trials will be
held, nor will the jury he called until Dec
2. The number Of cases will be rather
smaller than usual. There will be. how
ever considerable interest in two cases,
first the Fairfield murder case for which
Jennie Ash is held on the charge Of poi
soning the young child of Frank York.
and second the case of arson against
Horace X. Parkman, charged with de-
stroying the summer cottage OF Gen. r.
B. Shepard at Hayden lake. Both are
held to await the action Of the grand
jury.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

evergreen ana holly. Rev. A. r. Ringoli
Of the FIRST Baptist church, officiating
The bride was attired in Il travelling
dress Of brown broadcloth. After the
ceremony, an informal reception was
rendered t. those present and dainty
refreshments We're served. Mrs. Vance
is q very popular young lady Of Boston
and has a wide circle Of friends in this
vicinity. ana Mr.. Vance is one Of the
leading architects Of western Massa-
chusetts. They left on the afternoon
express for New York and Chatta-
noOea. Tenn. where they will pass
their honeymoon. They will be at
home at the Wcndall Pittsticid. after
January J.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Bates. Accordingly the question was
returned with suggestions as to the
alterations. The alterations were ac-
c7rdlngly made and the question was
finally sent back 50 that il stood in this
ford: Resolved. That the present ten
dency toward the combination of pro-
ductive agencies into the organizations
known as trusts. are subversve of the
public welfare, and that such organic
atons should be prevented by law"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

A few sleighs We're noticed out, yes
terday. but they seemed to drag rather
hard over the ground. A few inches Of
snow at the present time would be very
acceptable. as the roads are in a good
condition to receive it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

If YOU want to meet them that is about
all the ladies who are shopping. al You
need to do is to remain in the vicinity Of
MonaShans orchestra. f. $. Smith &
co. made no mistake when they calculate
"a that music had charms that would
draw "A full house.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19
vance-Hersey.

4 very pretty wedding was observed
at the home Of Mr.. and Mrs. f. f. Me
Causland, Church street, Monday af-
ternoon at o'clock. when Mrs. Nc
Causlands sister, Miss Grace Frances
Hersey, was united to j. Macarthur
Vance of Pittsfield. Only the i'm
mediate relatives We're present. The
ceremony was performed in the parlor.
which had been prettily decorated with
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

All day. yesterday, there was 4 good
crowd on the street and the traders re-
port business as \, 7 fair. This wealth
or. it WAS thought. luld ruin trade.
but to the contrary. Il is very good.
An thn stores nov have an additional
crow NJ clerks. and all seem busy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

4 crew of men arrived. yesterday.
and placed in position the diamond
crossing where the branch track
crosses the Electric Railroad track at
the upper end of the Causeway. While
this was being done the Electrics We're
unable to run into Depot square and q
change Of cars was necessary. Early
in the morning. an extra car was run
down and the passengers We're trans
ferred to this. only the walk around
the crossing being necessary
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Very Eminent Albert NJ. Spear. dop
uty grand commander of the Grand
Commandery of Maine. attended the
meeting Of Claremont Commandery, X.
T., Rockland. last evening, where he in
stall,I the newely elected officers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19
WATERVILLE.

1t is almost a settled thing now that
Waterville is to have an opera house.
The plan is to erect it on the lot own
ed by DR. F. g. Thayer and Hon. w. r.
Haines, at the corner of Main and An
pletOn streets
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

s. d. Soule has gone to Biddeford.
where he will oversee the setting UP of
some of the dynamOs for the electric
light station Of Saco that was Destroy
cd. last week. by an explosion. He Will
return in a few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19
Ladies' Aid of the Free

Ladies' Aid of the Free BAPTIST
cha. will hold its annual sale,
Thursday afternoon and evening at
the church vestry. All are invited to
attend this sale and on the different
tables will be found fancy goods, home
made candies and other articles for
sale From t. :. the ladies will serve
Il supper which promises to be one Of
tho best of the season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Word has been received by the Colby
Debating Society that Bates has taken
the negative in the Intercollegiate de-
bate. The question was submitted nv
Colby several weeks ago. but was MOI
in the form that met the approyal az
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

At the meeting of the knights of the
Sherwood Forest, last evening. the fol
lowing officers We're elected for the en-
suing year: w. A. Purnell, =. G.; J.
+. Keene. comd.; II. J. Ward, V. G.; ".
Fl. O'Brien. adjt.: w. +. Ward, =. NJ.
Ct. T. Marley, lst lieut.; Paul Marray
I'd lieut.: l.. y. Whitney, NJ. at A;
George kerSey, LIST sergt.; II. G. Fisher
I'd sergt; A. G. Allen. sergt. major;
Will c. Atkins, ID. c.; j. F. Mcnamara,
trustee for three years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

The annual meeting of the Augusta
& Bath Steamboat GO. was held at the
office of w. ID. Harrington, Monday
afternoon. The report of the treasurer
was read and accepted. 1t showed a
good business for the last year. The
election of officers resulted in the re
election of the old officers: President.
capt. Jason Collins; treasurer and gen
eral manager. W. d. Harrington; clerk,
Frank Moore; directors, ID. {. Shep-
herd. George Lawrence, George Cross,
Jason Collins and w. ID. Harrington.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Tho kennebec Light and Heat CO.
has nearly completed the transferring
Of the circuit from an evening to an
all-day current. 1t was expected to
have this completed. several days ago
but owing 70 several matters coming
up. it was rot possible. From now gu,
there will be current going over the
wires all day long and every day in the
week except Sunday. From . in the
morning until in the afternoon Of that
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Sub-Principal Herbert Douglass of
the Hallowell High school. is passing
the two weeks vacation in Franklin
county.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

The marriage intentions Of John
Bellefontain Of Portland. and Miss
Nettie keizar of this city have been
filed at the city clerks office.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Several well-known Hallowell young
men are to give a dancing assembly in
Wilson hall, on Christmas evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Manager O. \. kneeland Of the Hal
lowell House, went to his home in
Harrison. yesterday. for a several days
visit.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

F D. Loring has again resumed his
duties with II. q. Barker, after a laT-
off Of several weeks caused by a sur
gical operation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

There will be no meeting, this week.
of the Matinee club but, next week. II IL
club will be the guest of Miss Wood
cock Vine street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Charles McCrillis. mail clerk on the
Augusta and Bangor run. was in the
city calling on friends. yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Miss Amy Carriers successor ~
teacher Of the South Grammar school.
has not Yet been selected.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

day the machines will be shut down to |
allow of any repairs that are found
necessary.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Webber Eros toy department appears
like a store of itself. In fact each Of the
departments in "Webbers" have that APP
pearance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Miss Della Mcnamara returned. yes
tcrday, from a visit to friends ut Bath.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19
Local Notice.

\ good supply Of fresh holly Will be
found at the Pleasant Street green
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

10. tho genuine up to date" neckwear
1u. -niS' furnishings, see II. q. Harkers
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Cardigan jackets and sheepskin
coats. etc, etc. at prices lower than the
very lowest. and many other bargains.
Please remember these goods must be
sold, and we put prices that will move
them like cyclone. Come at once,
don't delay. time is money. don't spend
4 cent elsewhere. You can look but
don't buy until you see our goods and
nvi1Ic
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Mrs. Nora Grant Rice has returned
! from a visit of Il week to friends at
! Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Mr.. ana Mrs f. / rcnch left on the
morning uain, yes,l.d;ty. for Rock
land.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19
HALLOWELL.

HALLOWELI.
Mrs. George Fuller is i'll at her home
on Second street.
NJ. NJ. Johnson went to Bath. Mon
day, on a business visit.
f. NJ. Berry Of Lewiston. was visi-
tor to the city. yesterday.
Mrs. w. Q. Dale went to Richmond.
Monday. for visit to relatives
Rev. Mr.. Plummer returned to his
home in Lisbon Falls, yesterday
Il. ii. Carey returned to North jay,
Monday. after a brief visit at home.
II. II. Stinson returned to Boston.
yesterday, after a brief visit at home.
Mrs. +. \. Cox returned, yesterday
from a several weeks visit to relatives
in Norway.
Mrs. Mary &. Alto returned to Bos-
ton. yesterday, after visit to Halo
we'll friends.
II. \. Stackpole has returned from n
short visit to Boston. He expects to
soon return.
New tWo-inch planks are to be laid
over the Second street bridge of the
Maine Central
Mrs. X. ID. Katon and daughter Miss
Grace went to SknWhegdn. yesterday.
for a visit to relatives
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Mrs. George Fuller is i'll at her home
on Second street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19
New Bedford Stock Of Clothing Closed Out.

We must raise $4,000 by JAM 6th we shall proceed
to slaughter over SIS 10000 Of elegant clothing mems fur
nishng goods endless variety Of hats, caps etc. etc,
An rsrnrwn 1rArr ro op7rEa Mr
AxDrnmnrp @ ND
nrmrArs r1yrm&r nnrwrr ,rcT rnIlwro rrrsAR rw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Mrs. II. u. Katon and daughter Miss
Grace went to Sk"whegan. yesterday.
for visit to relatives.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Mrs. c. Z. Pickering returned, yes
torday, from a short visit to SkoWhe-
gan friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Mrs Garland. who recently suffered
a shock. has - far recovered as TO be
able to be up fog a short time during
the day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

New two-inch planks are to be laid
over the Second street bridge of the
Maine Central.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Miss Clara Burleigh Went to Nassal-
horo, yesterday. where she will pass
the vacation of two weeks at her home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Mrn's ana youths good working
suits. SOFA BY tn" Eoston store a9 Il
leader for $5, OUE PRICE.
81 90
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

NJ. Nj. Johnson went to Bath. Mon
day, on a business visit
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19
Daily kenncbec 3ournal.
GARDINER.
Journals Telephone Call-37.5.

Miss Della Mcnamara returned. yes
tcrday, from visit To friends ut Bath.
Mr. ana Mrs f. !. rench left on the
morning train, yes,t, day. for Rock
land.
10. tho genuine up to date" nCckwear
au.. -nts furnishings. See II. q. Barker J;
Mrs. Nora Grant Rice has returned
from a visit of Il week TO friends at
Boston.
Mrs. c. +. Pickering returned. yes
torday, from a short visit to SkoWhe-
gan friends.
Mrs. j. L. Paul left for Brunswick.
yesterday. where she will pass a f."
weeks visiting friends
George Fuller Of Portland. is spend
ing a few days with his father, a.
Fuller, Highland avenue.
Fletcher Towle returned TO his duties
at Bath. yesterday, after a short visit
to his family in this city.
Mrs. J. :. Maxcy returned, last even
ing. from a visit Of several weeks to
friends at Boston and vicinity.
r. w. Emerson, who passed Sunday
with Gardiner friends. returned. yes
terday. to his home at Lewiston.
Miss Clara Burlcigh Went to NasSal-
boro. Yesterday. where She will pass
the vacation of two weeks at her home.
Mrs. Garland. who recently suffered
Il shock. has - far recovered as TO be
able to be up fog a short time during
the day.
Mnhhnr I,rns.' tnN lnnartmcnt anpears
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Mrs. j. L. Paul left for Brunswick,
yesterday. where she will pass f."
weeks visiting friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

II. y. Stackpole has returned from a
short visit to Boston. He expects to
soon return.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Mems ana young mems striped and
pin checked. very latest styles. double
breasted vests. suits that are sold from
SO to SIS. OUR PRICE.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Mrs w. o. Dale went to Richmond
Monday. for a visit to relatives.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Mrs. Mary &. Alto returned to Bos-
ton. yesterday, after visit to Halo
we'll friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Il. II. Carey returned to North JAY
Monday. after a brief visit at home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Rev. Mr.. Plummer returned to hi.
home in Lisbon Falls. yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

II. II. Stinson returned to Boston
yesterday, after a brief visit at home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

George Fuller Of Portland, is spend
ing a few days with his father, a.
Fuller, Highland avenue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

r. w. Emerson, who passed Sunday
with Gardiner friends. returned. yes
terday. to his home at Lewiston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Mrs. +. y. Cox returned, yesterday.
from several weeks visit to relatives
in Norway.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Fletcher Towle returned to his duties
at Bath, yesterday, after short visit
to his family in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Mrs J. :. Maxcy returned, last even
ing. from a visit Of several weeks to
friends at Boston and vicinity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-19

Mems flannel night shirts for
.29c
worth $lO0.
The Worcester spy. [volume] (Worcester, Mass.) 1898-1904, 1899-03-28
is ANGRY.
Webster Man En-
presses Himself.
CROSSING LEASED,
Edgar S. Hill Has Settled
Beacon Park Matter.

Webster. March Pc. D. Clemans
of this town expresses righteous indig-
nation over statements recently print
ed. in the following letter to The Spy:
To the Editor of The Spy:
l denounce the article referring to me
in Sundays Telegram as fake, pure
and simple, and evidently written by
the reporter Of that paper to do me, as
he foolishly thought, an injury. He
has utterly failed if such is his inten-
ton.
In regard to myself, as the article
stated. deliberately insulted and mis-
used the captain in the print of a Web
ster paper" also deny that. I suppose
the reporter had reference to an arti-
Gle in last Thursdays Worcester Spy,
although he did not have the veracity
to say so; hence another lie, and Of the
same article l knew nothing about it
until read it in The Spy the following
DAY, My son, Roscoe NJ. Clemans, is
the local correspondent of The Spy: l
am not. and hence could not know any
thing about the article until published.
That political puzzle, as he ignorant
~ expresses 1t, is very easily solved.
The reason why l nominated Capt
Bartlett for water commissioner is be
cause ] was asked to do so by d mem
Der of the republican town committee.
JIlmoine d. Clemans.
webster, Mass. March 81 1899
The Worcester spy. [volume] (Worcester, Mass.) 1898-1904, 1899-03-28
BAILEY WON OUT.
Mass Meeting Held at Lancaster to
Choose Postmaster.

Lancaster, March PA mass
meeting of citizens was held at the
town hall this evening to endorse a
candidate for postmaster to succeed
DR.. H NJ. Nash, suspended on account
OF a shortage of $17OO found in his
accounts.
Last week this quiet town was treat
ed to a general sensation. 1t was
learned that an investigation of the
local Office had been caused and DR..
Nash was suspended. The result was
arrived at on the day Of election and
just after DR.. Nash had been elected
to several offices.
AS soon as the incident happened a
fierce contest commenced for the posi-
ton. The following candidates were
announced: f. NJ. Hawkins, G. T. Bal
ley and James Mcdonald.
So bitter became the fight that a
mass meeting was determined on and
the town hall was thronged with 400
men and women and intense excitement
prevailed. j. Q. Dix called the meet
ing to order and announced the pur-
pose.
William Blood was chosen chairman
and J. Clark secretary. 1t was voted
that no children be allowed to vote.
The polls were held open an hour, when
the vote was announced as follows
G. 7. Bailey, 3d. f. M. Hawkins, Al j.
Mcdonald, SO, The vote was received
with cheers. Later the candidates
stated that they would not abide by the
result