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The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1899-04-27
RED MEN All BELFAST.

Belfast, Apri! 26-The great council
fire of the Improved Order Of Red Men,
In the Maine reservation, which will ts
kindled in the lodge of Tarrantine tribe
tomorrow, was preceded tonight by a
"big talk" to traves and palefaoes in the
Belfast opera house. Mayor Poor extend
ed the welcome anu the responses and
acknowledgement were made by Clarence
l.. Buchanan, Great Sachem of Maine;
long and short talks from Hon. Angus.
tus p. Calter Of Boston, Past Grand
Sachem of Massach usetts; Hon. Albro f.
Chase of Portland and others.
After the gathering in the Opera honse
informal receptions followed under the
guidance OF the Waldo and Central clubs.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1899-04-27
FACTORY WILL BE REBUILT.

Skowhegan, April 26.-lt has been de-
cided that the large building of the oil
cloth factory used as finishing and var
nishing room and for the storage of goods
which was destroyed by tire April 8,
will be rebuilt. There was some talk Of
moving to Winthrop. where the main
works are located. The new building
will be of the same size as the old one
l20x33 and three stories in height The
oilcloth industry began here in 1865 and
before the fire the company had 76 work
men, nine of whom began work when the
business WAS starred.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1899-04-27
FAST DAY SCHEDULE.

The Cape Elizabeth division of the
Portland Railroad company have made
every arrangement to accommodate the
increased travel along the line of the
road to Cape Cottage and other points to-
day, and cars will run every fifteen min
ptes ON the Willard branch, beginning at
S O'Clock a. M, and extra cars will be
put on. On the Cash Corner branch,
erips will be made every half an hour
with extra cars to carry the crowds
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1899-04-27
Most Enjoyable Dinner at Falmouth
Last Night.
Address By Mr.. William
Allen.
Speeches BY Commodore Bray
and Others.

As the sailor understands the term the
private dining rooms of the Falmouth
hotel were in full dress last evening for
they were gay with flags and pennants.
1t was the thirtieth anniversary of the
Portland Yacht club and the rooms were
dressed for the occasion. Under lines of
yacht signal flags, the long tables were
spread aud the cannon and anchors
which had places among the china and
silverware, supplemented the flags In
giving the real nautical appearance to the
rooms. Pictures and mirrors were draped
at the end of the large room was steer.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1899-04-27
FOR A SANITARIUM.

1t is reported on good authority that
Deering is to have new institution in
the form of an Invalids' Home, or Santa.
rum. For several weeks parties have been
looking over the Benjamin Lewis property
on Spring street, now owned and occupied
by G. b. Dalton, for the purpose of using
it as a sanitarium, or something of this
nature.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1899-04-27
A TEXAS STEER.

Hoyts IA Texas Steer" which is too
well known to require more than q
mention Of its coming, will bring its
many laugh provoking situations and
sayings to the Jefferson the theatre, Thurs.
day afternoon ami night.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1899-04-27

""
ing wheel with the commodore's lights
cleaning at the sides. Landlord Nunns
had done his part and the tables presented
AN attractive appearance with their spot
less napery, glistsning China and CLEAN
ing silver.
The members of the club gathered at
about eight o'clock and reception was
held by the commodore and officers until
half an hour later, when the guests took
their places at the table, while Chandler's
orchestra stationed in the corridor, played
appropriate airs. Those who enjoyed the
dinner were:
William Allen, Jr., Thomas p. Shaw,
j. w. Kilborn, ii. o. Phillips, James
Edward Kilborn, William K. Wood, j.
M. Richardson, Edward Pennell Jones,
Paul p. Goold, Vim. Willis Goold,
I'D ward c. Jones, Charles K. Rolfe, c..
W. Richardson, ID. Howard Spear, Bath;
G. W. Bray, Lincoln C. Cummings
James &. Fox, Charles Sargent, Dr. N.
w. r. Shaw, z. +. Little, W. Nj. Ingra-
ham, George Doane Rand. Fred E Allen,
Robert c. Foster. A. &. Sawyer, Frank
lin II. Lord, Louis NJ. Patterson, +. G.
Hussey, George L. knight. Frank K.
Allen NJ. Brewer b. W. Jones, VIM.
Sentsr, james C.@Hamlen, Carl Weber,
Philip I. Jones. ]. l.. Chase, h. Sumner
Macor Der, George il. Cummings, James
Il. Butler, Charles q. Dolan, II. W.
Suskraut, G. NJ. Barney, Charles W.
Small, Joseph II. Carleton, Rockport;
George W. York, Il. Il. York, Wadsworth
Noyes, John r. A. Merrill, Nathan
Clifford, Clarkson Cowl, Walter L.
Camp, Frederick G. Fassett, William ii.
Bradford, William Lewis Cousins, Chas.
p. Merrill.
The menu cards vera elaborate. The
cover design was a picture OF the Ethel,
the first flagship of the club fleet, sur
rounded by coil of rope and thanked
with representations in colors of the flag
used by Commodore Churchill, the first
to hold the office, and the club flag. On
the. next page was an excellent half tone
picture of tho Maitland, Commodore
Bray's flagship ana representation of
the present commodore's flag. The menu
which was admirable in its selection and
excelently cooked and served. was as fol-
lows:
Blue Points.
Mock Turtle, aux Quenelles.
Radishes.
Bouillon, en- Iasse.
Broiled Chicken Haiibut.
Cucumbers Falmouth Potatoes.
Boiled Capon, with Spinach.
Bermuda string Benns.
Roast Spring Lamb.
New Peas Potatoes au Gratin.
Olives.
Chicken Croquettes.
Apple Fritters. Glace au Rum
Frozen Egg Nogg.
Lobster Salad.
Strawberries with Cream.
Cafe Parfait. Assorted Cakes.
Roouefort Cheese. Toasted Crackers.
Coffee.
Commodore Bray presided at the post
prandjal exercises He introduced as the
first speaker Mr. William Allen, Jr., who
read a paper on early days in the history
of Yachting in Casco bay. Mr.. Allen in
the course of his interesting paper spoke
as follows:
MR.. ALIENS REMARKS.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1899-04-27


boat has resigned and yesterday sent to
the Mayor the following letter which is
self explanatory:
Portland. Me.
10 the Honorable Mayor and City Council
of Portland, Me-:
Gentlemen-I herewith present my bill
for services rendered as harbor master.
was appointed aud sworn in to the office
by the city government on or about Au.
gust %, 1895.
have solicited the attention of the:city
government each year to this matter, that
it might be fixed but ] have AS yet re-
ceived nothing.
feel that l am filling three different
positions, viz. captain of engine seven.
assistant engineer and harbor master;
that l am entitled TO a legal oompensa-
ton for said extra serves rendered as
harbor master under the existing circum-
stances l hereby tender my resignation
to take effect as soon as my successor is
appointed.
Yours respectfully,
Chas. A. Goud,
Harbor Master.
Accompanying this letter was u bill for
IS services as harbor master from August
%, 1895, and 1899 at $3.50 per annum.
The committee on fire department differ
in opinion as to whether Captain Goud's
salary should be raised. Alderman joint
son is quoted as saying that he sees NJ
reason why Capt. Goud's salary should
not be. raised. Councilman Josselyn is Of
the opinion that the fire boat has not
enough men on 1t now to handle 1t ade-
quately, and advises that the extra money
which would be paid Captain Goud
an extra man for this boat.
Captain Goud says that.the differences
arising from the Custom House wharf
fire last winter has nothing to do with
his resignation.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1899-04-27
UNION FAST DAY SERVICES

The Second Advent church Of this city
will hold union Fast day service with
the Cashs Corner Advent Christian
church, this evening at $50 O'Clock.
E,eotrics leave Monument square at z
CLOCK; return 0. Is.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1899-04-27
MR.. ALIENS REMARKS.

Gentlemen of the Portland Yacht Club:
have been requested to give you a few
"reminiscences of boyho0d days, includ-
ing personal experiences in Casco Bay.
These will of course be necessarily discou /.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1899-04-27
An Evening Spoiled.

"Did you enjoy the symphony concert'"
mo, lot at all A girl who sat near us
had on three colors that didn't harmonic
bit "-Philadelphia Bulletin.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1899-04-27
No. of Targets.

Events and 4, and and 10 constitute
regular club scores. Events and 9, and
IL and 10 the freak" scores.
: The city offices will be closed all day to-
day.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1899-04-27
ESTABLISHED 1851.
INCORPORATED
J. A. MERRILL & CO., Jewellers.

Choice stock of Diamonds, Watch
es and Jewelry, Emeralds, Rubies,
Sapphires, Pearls, Opals,-Maine
Tourmalines, of which we make
specially of. No better gems for the
money. Extensive stock of finest
Solid Silver and Plated ware, Cut
Glass and Table Cutlery, French
Travelling and Mantel Clocks, Opera
and Field Glasses, Binocular Classes
very powerfully, our own importing
High grade Silk Umbrellas, made ex-
pressly for us, Gold Head Canes. We
make a speciality of resetting Dia-
monds and other Gems in Rings
Brooches or Pendants. Designs and
estimates furnished upon application.
Gold and Silver Badges and Jewels
for presentation which is no small
part of our business. Glass Rings
and Pins, large variety. First class
Watch AID Jewely repairing depart
ment which is carefully looked after.
Manufacturers and dealers in Mill
tary. MASONIC and other society
goods. Presentation Swords.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1899-04-27
CAPT. GOUD RESIGNS
And Puts In a Bill for Services ms Har
Dor Master.

Captain Charles A. Goud of the fire
boat has resigned and yesterday sent to
the Mayor the following letter which is
self explanatory:
The times., 1899-10-01

Of No. 4. Stribling Row, and his roommate
was J. f. Wright, now of Chicago Wright
never graduated. Admiral Howison was
his roommate in the third year StribiiHs
Row was named after Rear Admiral c. K
stribling, the first superintendent when the
Naval School became the Naval Academy.
in 1850.
Studies and DaiIy Routine
During Dewey's first year at the Naval
Academy he studied Grecian, Roman, and
European history. historical geography. al
zebra. geometry. and grammar In his
second year his course comprised trigo-
nometry, logic, themes. physics, mechani-
cal drawing. chemistry, analytical geom-
etry, and English literature. During his
third year he was busy with the subjects
OF physics, marine boilers, and engines,
dffferential calculus, and integral calculus
His daily routine like that of the other
cadets was as follows: 500 a. m morning.
gun fire and reyeille; 6:45. roll call and
prayers; 7:00 breakfast; 7:30 sick call;
7:56, call to studies; 8-26 to IA. recita-
tions; 1:1o dinner; 2 to $3.50, recitations;
4:05, drill; 5:15, recall; $50. evening roll
call and parade; $40, supper; T:15, gym
nasium; 1880 to 8, evening studies; 80,
gun fire and tattoo; 1000, taps. As
''plebe" it is said that he was hazed but
he submitted to this as matter OF course.
de was punctual and the inspector always
found his room in order-his mirror clean,
clothing in place and books and papers well
arranged.
Dewey was trained by American naval
officers, with American naval traditions,
ships. and guns all about him during his
school. When Dewey was at the Naval
Academy he not only had able naval men
for Instructors but the ships and the guns
OF the Navy were actually the best in the
world, If by no means the most numerous.
while the stories told in the presence of
the youngsters included such events as the
fights ON Lake Erie and Lake Champlain
and on the high seas, where the Guerriere,
the Macedonian, the Java and others low
cred their fat not to mention the Mexican
war, where men like Tatnall showed their
magnificent courage. 1t was no small mat
ter that the youths of Deweys Academy
days should have been seen and heard the
men who had given such glory to the flag.
The times., 1899-10-01

graduated from the University of Vermont
in 1S45. He has been three times State
Senator in Vermont, and declined az the
hands Of the Governor the Office of State
inspector OF finance. For forty-fiye years
he has been vestryman in Christ Church,
Montpelier.
Edward Dewey, born at Montpelier
March 27. 1929. be entered the Civil War
as quartermsster in the Eighth Vermont
Volunteers and Joined the regiment IN
Louisiana. He came North with the COM
mand to Virginia. and was present in the
actions Of Occoquan and Cedar Creek. He
was promoted to captain and assistant
quartermaster of the staff department.
lie is also a vestryman in Christ Church.
George Dewey, American Admiral
Mary Perrin Dewey, born at Montpelier
October 2e. 1899. She studied first at the
Montpelier Academy, and at the age OF
fifteen entered seminary at Burlington,
Vt. Later she became a student at 81.
Mary's Hall. Burlington. n. j., when that
institution was presided over by Bishop
George w Duane. On January 10, 1861,
she was married TO DR.. George Preston
Greely of Nashua n. H.
The times., 1899-10-01
VISITS FOREIGN SHORES.
Dewey Makes His Second Mediter-
raneun Cruise.


raneun Cruise.
Captain Dewey was ordered to the COM
mard of the Dolphin in 1884 While on
this ship in New York Harbor petty OFF,
Ger refused TO obey an order Of the lieu
tenant on the ground that the order which
was TO be executed was not within his line
of duty. The lieutenant after rem0nstrat-
ing with him reported the matter to the
captain. who came on deck and said TO ths
petty officer:
what; you refuse, Do you know that
is mutiny? When you entered the service
you swore to obey your superior oiilcers-
The man was silent and the captain quiet
Iv told the corporal to call the guard. The
alleged mutineer was placed before TIE
mast and the marines formed in line
Now. my man." said Captain Dewey,
You have Just five minutes in which to
obey that order" and he proceeded TO call
of the minutes. On the fourth count the
petty officer moved off TO obey
In Command of the Pensacola
Admiral Dewey was in command of the
Pensacola. flagship Of the European squad
ron, in 1885, and in that and the follow
ing year he made his second cruise TO the
Mediterranean. He visited Cairo. Jerusa-
lem. Beyrout, Athens, and several of the
Greek islands. II was at Malta that
number of the crew OF the Pensacola went
on shore and became involved in a street
brawl The next morning. the captain OF
the port came out to the American flagship
and complained to Captain Dewey or the
action of his men
what can l do?" asked Dewey
Why your men raised a riot on shore
and you can assist me in arresting them
Captain Dewey replied that he did not
consider it his duty to do this
The captain Of the port grew somewhat
agitated and said:
You certainly can parade your crew be-
fore me in order that the rioters may be
identifed?"
Captain Dewey replied:
THE deck of this ship is American ter
ritory and III parade my men for no for
eigner who lives
At Smyrna he wrote the following letter
to his sister:
L. s. Flagship Pensacola. smyrna Turkey.
lst June, 1856
We are making a very interesting cruise in
this part of the world, being able to visit so
| many interesting places l spent several days
in visiting Cairo, Jerusalem, Beyr0ut, etc, and
| tomorrow | am going 20 visit the ruins of Ephe
| als where stand the remains OF the Temple Of
I Diana one OF the wonders of the world
From here we go TO Athens, visiting some 0f
| the Greek islands en- route. GEORGE DEWEY.
The times., 1899-10-01
DEWEY AT ANNAPOLIS.
An Account of His Course at the
Naval Academy.

An Account of His Course at the
Naval Academy.
Dewey entered the Naval Academy in
September 1854, and was graduated in
1853. The roll of midshipman OF the date
of 1858 arranged in the order of re ative
merit as determined by the Board of Ex-
sminers in accordance with the regulations
of the Navy Department follows:
John A Howell. weight assigned by
Academic Board, 'Ss2.6; weight assigned by
Board of Examiners. 1914; aggregate,
1910.
2-AIlan V. Reed, weight assigned by
Academic Board, $3.50; weight assigned by
Board OF Examiners, 1852; aggregate,
LISP.
George Dewey, weight assigned by
Academic Board. 713.o; weight assigned by
Board of Examiners, $3.50; aggregate,
j, ,5525.
4-Charles L. Franklin. weight assigned
by Academic Board, S25.2; weight assigned
by Board of Examiners. 1858; aggregate
1,5511
George B. White. weight assigned by
Academic Board 7076; weight assigned by
the Board of Examiners, S21.5; aggregate
1,534.1.
s-Joshua Bishop. weight assigned by
the Academic Board, Ills weight assign
ed by the Board of Examiners, S173; ag
gregate, 1922.
Henry S. Howison, weight assigned by
the Academic Board, 71S.4 weight assigned
by the Board of Examiners, 7S13; aggre-
gate, 1887.
S-Henry NJ Blue, weight assigned by
the Academic Board, $685.; weight assign
ed by the Board of Examiners, S02.2 ag-
gregate, 1884.
9-William c. WhittIe, weight assigned
by the Academic Board, 642.4; weight as
signed by the Board of Examiners, SAB
aggregate. 1,491.7.
10-William A. Kerr. weight assigned by
the Academic Board, 5676; weight assigned
by the Board of Examiners, 689S; aggre-
gate, 1874.
u-Albert Kautz, weight assigned by the
Academic Board, 4s1.7; weight assigned BY
the Board of Examiners, 765; aggregate
1,247.2
The standing of Admiral Dewey in his
studies at the Naval Academy follows:
Seamapship, practical naval gunnery, and
naval tactics, 1857, 3o.4, out of a possible
80: 1858, 1898. out of possible 10; total,
1897.
Mathematics ia. out of a possi-
BILE 20; 1856, %, out of possible SO; total,
Az
Astronomy, navigation. and surveying
1857, 24.7, out of a possible 30; 1858, 57.1
out of possible so; total, 81.
Philosophy-1S57, 45.9: 1858, 46.2; total,
92L
Ethical and English studies-1S55, 1873
out Of possible 35; 1856, ga out of a pos
sible 10: 1857. 11.2 out of a possible To-
/ 1858. 24.3 out .5f possible 30; total, 5S.2
French-1S56, 23.3 out of possible 30;
1851, 344 out of possible 45; total, 57.7.
Spanish-1s57, 21.1 out of a possible 25;
1858, 80 out OF possible S5; total. 51.1.
Drawing-1S55. 3 out of q possible s.;
1856, 114 out OF a possible Is; 1857, 9.S
out OF a possible 20; total. 24.2.
Conduct-lS55. 81 out of a possible s.;
| 1885, f1.s out of possible Is; 1857, 26.7
The times., 1899-10-01
CHEZ OF A BUREAU.
Admiral Desvey's Service at the Navy
Department.


Admiral Dewey became chief of the Bu-
reau of Equipment. Navy Department,
July 20. 1883. His first report dated October
1, 1SS9.deals largely with recommendations
for increased appropriations for coal for
the new ships of the Navy. These were
then the Chicago, Atlanta, Boston, Balti-
more, Charleston. and Dolphin He said;
A Plea for More CeaI.
As basis for comparison. it may be stated
that the Dolphin, which is the smallest Of the
new steel vessels in commission. consumed dur
ipg the fiscal year iust closed. coal to the value
OF about ss5 Coo The coal consumption Of the
larger vessels is much greater. and assuming.
further that twenty-five vessgls are 10 be mann
tanned In commission (Which is less than the
usual NUMBER. IL Is apparent that Tor coal alohe
the sum Of SS75 600 Is needed TO equip the NaVJ
in 4 serviccahIe condition But rs the approprla-
ton for etiuipment Of the vessels is also largely
drawn upon fer the numerous expenditures nee-
esrary 10 prepare and keep up equipment, 0ulhl-
and stores of vessels IN commission and httins
for sea the appropriation Of at least SfJu.b1J
readily becomes apparent. Under existing ana
coming conditions the service cannot possibly be
maintained in a state Of efficiency under these
heads with less money. During the last nscai
wear a deficit Of over S100, 900 is shown IN the
final balances which was caused largely by eN-
Dendit;IrcS on foreign stations, which could NOT
he forrseen The appropriation was SG25, ,e00 and
was so far exhausted by the lst OF March lhat an
work on the equipment Of vessels tTtiHS Tor sea
was ordered stopped. and large proportion et
rsuiiSifions for necessary supplies vas 1iS4i-
proved great embarrassment to the service re-
slIIting Prior to 1870 the appropriation ieF tise
continent and coaling of vessels WIS si,0oVOo0
srDioIfv md this was when all the steam
cruisers had large auxiliary sail power, which
The times., 1899-10-01
ADMIRAL DEwEYs ROMANCE.
His Marriage to the Daughter of
Gov. Echabo Goodwin.

Gov Tchabod Goodwin.
1t was in 1857 that Dewey was stationed
for brief period at the Kittery navy yard.
across the river from Portsmouth. N. H.
There he met Miss Susan b. Goodwin.
daughter of Ichabod Goodwin, the war gov
error OF New Hampshire. When Presi-
dent Lincoln issued his first call for
troops the Legislature of New Hampshire
was not in session and Governor Goodwin
fitted out a regiment and sent it forward
at his own expense.
Wedding Bells Ring.
On October "a. 1861. Miss Goodwin and
Dewey, then a lieutenant commander,
were married at the brides home at
Dewey. was born on December 2S. 1859.
and the mother lived but one week after
This was a pathetic death and cast shad-
ow. that now and then, despite the lapse
OF time. dims the eyes OF the American
Admiral.
Mrs Mary Perrin Greely. sister to Ad-
miral Dewey. tells a pretty little story of
her brothers courtship. Susan Good
win she has said, was one Of the sweet
est and gentlest girls in Portsmouth. She
had been named Susan in memory OF her
mother. who had passed into the sphere OF
mystery several years before Dewey ap-
peared at Kittery. When Sumter was fred
on she was seventeen years old She was
slender. with dark eyes and brown hair
Though exceedingly popular. she was not
regarded in the light OF a beauty. She
was more charming than that. l have
heard it said on high authority that the
act of Governor Goodwin in fitting out
regiment at his expense and trusting 10
- -
suggestion of his daughter"
Rivals In Love.
Dewey met Miss Goodwin at a ball at
Portsmouth Her ayowed suitor was Com
mander Rhind, q. S. N. Of the ship Mar
ragansett. Dewey and Miss Goodwin on
the first evening danced thrice together.
and the young officer asked for fourth,
but was gently and blushingly refused.
Commander Rhind and Lieutenant Com
mander Dewey called alternately at
the Goodwin home for some time Then
Rhind's visits became fewer, while those
of Dewey became more frequent Finally
Commander Rhind was ordered TO some
distant port, and it was not long after that
a ring twinkled on Susan Goodwin's little
hand And it was Dewey who had placed
it there.
Birth of the AdmiFafs Som
Before the mother died. she said OF the
little babe: I'VE will call him George
Goodwin. dear; George for his father and
Goodwin for me-" Dewey's grief was not
demonstrative. He would not talk Of his
loss nor would he permit his friends to
speak of 1t. He ordered two medallion
portraits OF his wife painted on ivory One
of these was lost at sea The other is in
the old Goodwin home at Portsmouth.
Commander Rhind. referred to, was
gallant officer. and was in command Of the
Colorado during the first and second at
tacks on Fort Fisher His services were
especially commended by Rear Admiral
Porter
The times., 1899-10-01
DEWEY BECOMES A CADET.
He Enters the Military Academy nt
Norwich. VT.

When George Dewey left the Washing
ton County Grammar School at Montpelier
be went with Major Pangborn TO the John
son tyt.l Academy. In 1851 he entered the
Norwich Military Academy and remained
there until 1854. His father was opposed
TO the Navy and desired that George should
enter the Army. He was fourteen years old
when he entered the Norwich Academy
This military school had been founded by
Capt. Alden Partridge, and General Sher-
man. In a speech delivered before Ransom
Post, c. a. r., at St Louis, said that the
Norwich Academy at one time rivaled the
National Academy of West Point. Cap
tain Partridge had been an officer in the