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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23
Does the Lodge Endanger the Church.?

At a gathering of clergymen in Bos-
ton. this week, the reverend gentlemen
INDUCED in a large amount of indis-
criminate denunciation of secret so
cieties which has attracted more at
tention than it really deserves. 1t is
only the cause of religion which suf-
fers from such attacks. The abuse
works no injury to the societies them
tention to them it probably serves TO
increase their membership and conse-
ouentlv their sphere of influence. The
clergymen who thus attracted atten-
ton to themselves in Boston. this
week. We're moved by prejudice I'M
worthy Of their high vocation, and
their dogmatic assertions will never
forward the cause of righteousness.
The secret society is not an enemy of
the church. 1t is not designed to be
such. and We do not believe that it
works that way in actual practice. If
men find their lodge a pleasanter place
than their church, it is not the lodge
but the church which is blamable. The
secret orders grow out Of the neces-
sites Of society and they fill place in
the lives of men which nothing else
can fill. They work for the good Of So
ciety. the brotherhood of men, and the
uplifting of the race. They are, prob
ably without exception, founded upon
the same broad principles that serve as
the basis Of practical Christianity. If
it can be said that some of their mem
bers are inconsistent in their profess
sions and practices, the same may De
said of church members and even of
clergymen. But this is not good rea-
son for denouncing the church and the
ministry nor Is it good reason Tor
attacking the secret society. If the
church and the secret society are both
sincere they can work together for the
cause of righteousness. There is moth
| ing antagonistic in their natures. In
| many cases. we are sure, they have
| been n help to each other and mutual
support, and such ought always to be
the case.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23
The South and Expansion.

Today the South has 81 900. 000, 900 in
vested in manufacturing, with an an
nual output valued at 1880 000, 600. and
paying $3.50, 900 in wages. Its cotton
mills. with 5000, 900 spindles. represent
ing an investment of Sl25, 900 900, al
ready consume yearly 100000 bales of
cotton. 1t is producing about 100000
tons of pig iron a year, 10000 900 tons
of coal. from 10,000,000 to II 900, 900 bales
of cotton. probably 10000, 0O0 600 feet of
lumber and $50 900, 900 bushels of grain,
and its railroads steadily improving
and increasing in length have already
a 30. 600 mileage. -Manufacturers Rec
ord.
These figures may be accepted as re-
liable and they are of a most impress
sive kind What contrast to the
poverty, the depleted population the
unsupported resources. and the poor
transportation facilities of the South
generation ago when Grant told Lees
veterans to go home and go TO work
on their farms. These figures present
a striking picture of Southern prosper
ity. a prosperity achieved in spite OF u
self rather than through the efforts of
the South. Its political blindness has
been fearful handicap to its progress,
Int the rest of the country in its mag
niticent onward march has actually
nulled the South along with it.
But the South is awakening; 1t is
tearing the scales of blindness
from its eyes, and is arous-
ing itself to a consciousness OF It's
own strength and of the opportunities
which lie before it. Thus it is that the
numerous commercial bodies of the
South. some of the statesmen of that
section and many of its planters ana
merchants. give cordial support to the
expansion policy with its resulting
greater markets in the East. The
South can well afford to be resigned in
advance to the second defeat of Bryan
in 1900. The continued triumph of Re
publicaniSm means greater business Tor
the South, while Organism means con-
traction of business and a backward
step in all respects. Were it not for
the political animosities growing out Of
old traditions the solid South would be
shattered into unrecognizable frag-
ments at the next election.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23
J Maine Gossip
A BaiIade OF MistIetoe.

Holly branches VI 2listcnin- green
CIV here on, where, is the nj stlctoc"J;
Sweetest eyes thai were ever seen:
Hands that clasp; then a cUrtsc! low
And smile and 4 GLANCE I" The muses.
And dimping bushes that come ana
Youth and love are a Pretty rhyme.
q think, in the han hangs the thistle
toe).
Hands around in a circle all
tWherc did YOU say i the mistlctoc"b;
slippers tap light as rose leaves fan
cupid il is, who wants 70 know
When eyes are tender ana Sutt ana blue
It's stupid 10 dance to a tiddi" bow.
And there's something | wish To tell t"
ON sure in the hail hangs the mistle-
toeD
The 'celos sweep and the dance is done
whisper me; where is the mistlctoe?).
Cupid stands by the hearth alone,
His tears like gems in the liioshine
ont # 5'J the light TO the Railways gloom
We're awfully shy, but some things We
know,
Ana the band plays on t. an empty room
,Shall / help you look for the mistletoe?p
L'Envoi.
Poor little Love, with drooping wing,
Girls Of today aid you think We're SLOW
,rhis. think is the mistletoeo
Kate Masterson. in Town Topics
A speedy return to health Tor con-
gresham Boutelle,
This is the last day of grace for the
Christmas shoppers.
The story of Augusta's hospitality
will now be told in every subordinate
grange hall.
| Bangor is shaking hands with itself
that the 1900 musical festival is assured
for that city.
I The liquor war over in Lewiston is
developing some interesting scraps, but
there are no fatalities yet.
| The 600 creditors Of Woodbury. &,
Moulton are doing some deep thinking
! about the need of State supervision of
private banking concerns.
! Colonel Wing Of Lewiston, is com
missioner of colsting as we'll as city
marshal and every boy knows he has a
friend in the big-hearted officer.
The Bangor fire ladies mourn the
death Of Rover" the handsome span
/ icl. for IS years the mascot Of the de
partment.
A heavy rain is badly wanted, but it
might have remained clear and crisp
until after Christmas
The trains Will Do filled. today. With
: those happy ana favored ones who will
spend the 1ulctide beside the home
hearth
Perry is filled with conflicting emo
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

A bankruptcy session Of the district
court was held at Portland. Friday
morning. after which the last of the
claims against tn" steamer Wave
noe" was proved by Attorney Thomp-
son. Petitions in bankruptcy have
been filed by James McCutcheon of
Hallowell, Arthur l.. Ireland Of Carl
hou. Horace G. Tuck Of Hainesvillc.
Edward G. Sergeant of bridgeport.
James L. Leighton of Cambridge. Ed
win s. Wiley Of Belgrade
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

1t does credit to the American heart
that the movement for the relief of the
family left by General L-awton is gain
ing such Roadway. The hearty re-
Spouse shows that this great fighter
was loved and appreciated by the peo-
pie at large. as we'll as by those who
had the privilege Of knowing him.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

1t looks like a step backward for the
government to announce that the Off
cial spelling will hereafter be Puerto
Rico" rather than Porto Rico" The
former is the pureFspanish form but
the latter has cope into general use
in this country siese the island was
captured, both i'm government docu-
ments and in the newspapers. The
form Porto Rico. has also taken its
place in standard aliases, and will be
sure to. die hard whatever the edict
from Washington. 1t is hard to see
why the government cares to retain
the gold Spanish spelling. in view Of
the fact that the change has been 50
generally accepted. Perhaps when the
island is fully Americanized ii will be-
known as "Richport" the English
equivalent Of its present designation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23
- RD
Female WEAKNESS Z
4 RED y
'ESlLI5

elapse until she begins to take this remedy. It
is for women's diseases only-not like cure alls
and other alcoholic remedies advertised to cure
everything-and it is sure to cure, even the
most deep-seated diseases. There is no question
about this: Read the daily papers and judge
for yourselves
This remedy can be taken by cid and young
at any time and under any conditions. 1t is
perfectly harmless. Married women can take
our Pills at any time.
II you have been sick for any length of time,
and If every other remedy has failed to cure you,
write full description of your case to our Spe-
clallsts, or if you would prefer come and see
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

What meaning this word "Female Weak
ness has for every woman. Who does not
understand that expression? Female Weakness
means that women suffer from diseases peculiar
to themselves, and it means that they suffer
a good DEAL How few remedies can help these
women, how few doctors can cure them, but
how many thousands of women have been cured
by the use of Dr. Coderres Red Pills for Pale
and Weak Women. In almost every case,
woman who suffers from female weakness, has
been humbugged by cure alls and oldfashioned
liquid remedies; because she has been duped by
these remedies, she has lost confidence and she
will try nothing else She is angry and she
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

The New York Mail and Express re
minds the country that the Filipino
who shot General Lawton is in cordial
sympathy with the purposes Of the
American Anti-imperialist League.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

THIS r-centiy issued catalogue n
n,wdoin college fur I.,a-ltoo shows "
total enrolment IT -. divided as foil
lows. Seniors. "a. juniors 80. sophie
mnr'.e 1a. fr simon 81. special students
y medical students lal III III. aca-
'l.mical faculty. Mr. Hurry DeForrest
Smith. formerly Instructor iu Greek
ana Latin. becomes assistant professor
NC Greek. Fruf III. C. Hutchins Nj thr
department If physics. is in Europe On
leave of absence for the year: his place
.s taken uy Mr. John II. Burbank of
the class ~ 1896. far the past three
years graduate student at Harvard
Among new features Of Importance
should ~ noted a detailed statement
NJ the plan Nj holding entrance ex-
aminauons At preparatory schools-a
plan followed for number Of years by
the college, but last year systcmatizcd
ana extended. The account If the
courses Of instruction offered by the
Medical School Of Maine has been
greatly enlarged ana entirely reWrit-
ten. Beginning with the present Year.
the requirements for admission are
raised. and the course of study is
heightened to four years: but students
already enrolled as members Of the
school will graduate under the three
year plan hitherto in force Hereafter.
also. the work Of the school is to be
divided the first two years being done
in Brunswick, and the last two in
Portland, where the first Of two build
inGs designed for the use of the school
is expected to be ready for occupancy
at the opening of the coming term.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

The Samoan treaty cannot be con-
firmed too soon by the Senate. The
division of the group was the best
thing that could have been done, and
the sooner the bargain is finally con-
cuded the better all around.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

No notice whatever will be taken OF
unsigned communications.
The journal cannot be held respOn-
sible for the preservation or return OF
rejected communications.
Address all communications relating
to subscriptions and advertisements to
BURLEIGH & FLYNT, Publishers,
Augusta. Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

The war against department stores
will now take a vacation for repairs
In Illinois where the movement had
matorialized in legislation, the supreme
court has declared the law unconsti-
tutional. 1t would seem that the de-
cision is based on common sense as
we'll as on the constitution.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

Here is where the Bath Times takes
= gentle poke at the adjutant general:
The adjutant generals action in ignor-
ing the Bath naval reserve, which was
regularly enrolled in Uncle Sans navy
during the Spanish war for any duty
in any quarter of the globe and which
saw gallant sea service. ana in first
giving official recognition to the Port
land division. which was enrolled
merely for a home guard and never
Went beyond Bug Light, is, no doubt
like his choice Of Springfield rifles for
the National Guard. a matter Of eX-
pediency and not of merit
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

Even Aguinaldos mother. now in
Manila, declares that he hasn't enough
intelligence to manage an indepeni-
ent republic But Aunty Atkinson pre-
tends to know more about it than she
does and still pins faith to the fleet
Filipino.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

1t is reported that one of Passport &
bright attorneys is in fair way Of
securing competence that is neither
the result Of legal practice nor an in
heritance. As the story goes a man in
a nearby town had invented what was
thought to be valuable appliance. and
not having the necessary capital to Sc
cure a patent, applied 10 this attorney
for pecunilry assistanc" ana advice
with the result that the latter fur
nished both ana took his chances for
payment in a fourth interest III the ar
plane" when patented. The patent
was secured. and the patentees now
have something for which an offer nj
2 sum TIP In the hundreds NJ thousands
has been received. ana refused. as tLe
owners have been assured that thu
patent covers an article which the
government wants ana viii eventually
buy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

Lewiston Journal: The fact that
Colonel Bryan is considering proposal
to come to Maine and convert the
sound money Democrats to free silver
should be set up along side the other
fact of far greater Importance. to wit.
that in the vote on the currency bill
II Democrats broke away from party
tencts and supported the bill against
the hOWls of the free silver cOntingents
50 far as the Maine Democracy goes.
there is not the faintcSt evidence Of
either hope or courage for the cam
paign of 1900. If Colonel Bryan of Ne
braska believes that he has q duty to
DO in this state in the way Of proselyt-
ing. he should be mindful of it, but the
fact is that Maine Democrats believe
that the less said about free silver the
| Florida marines may as we'll stay at
| home for all the good il will do. To b.
sure there would be a howl and 4
shout. Hats would go in air and the
I Democratic centers of influence would
| he stirred even as Il small boy is stirred
with the irrepressible feelings of green
| apples. but it would express nothing
| but the pent-up ability to holler. The
solid and substantial element of the
Maine Democracy have no sympathy
| with Is to |. They want no one here
| who will eXpound it to the listening
| throngs. What they want is the story
Of the iniquity of the trust ana wicked
ness Of the tariff-laws that have
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

The dead heroes of the Maine will
sleep better in American soil. and no
graves in the great national cemetery
at Lexington will be visited more fire.
quently or more reverently than theirs
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

An eminent authority" says FIVE
persons out of every 1000 who are
buried as dead revive in their collins
How does he know?
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

1t is worth while to hear the Christ
mas sermons and Christmas music. to-
going to church
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

III Is good, safe bet that the presi-
oent of Wellesley wouldn't reckon her
own age as she does the age of the
century.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

England is recalling that Gladstone
likened the Transvaal t. 4 snake which
left alone.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

The return of Mr.. Allen of Nebraska
to the Senate will not be wholly a mis-
fortune if it results i'll the enforcement
of a closure rule in that body.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

Now it is that the Christmas shop
per becomes painfully aware that
procrastination has been the thief Of
finln
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

Those Rough Rider regiments which
England is organizing are on the right
plan, but who will be their Teddy?
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

II Germany has any idea that she
VIII be allowed to acquire the Danish
west Indies, she had better guess
again.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23
Son Of an Ohio Merchant Cured OF Chrori,
Diarrhoes,

My son has been troubled for years
with chronic diarrhoea. Sometime ago
| persuaded him to take some of
Chamberlain's Collie, Cholera and Diar-
rhoea Remedy. After using two bot
ties Of the 25-cent size he was cured.
We this testimonial. hoping some
one similarly afflicted may read it ana
be benefited.-Thomas c. Bower. Glen
see, Q. For sale by Jno. Coughlin, J,1
Water St, druggist.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

In the Sagadahoc $. ]. court. Thurs
day. the case Of Charles burlington vs.
Bernard TarboX. suit for $1,000 dam
ages. was tried. Mr. Purington was
walking on the sidewalk, one day last
spring. when he was run into by Ber-
nard TarboN. who was riding a bicy-
Gle. Nj. Purington was badly cut and
was confined To the house for several
weeks The jury went out at ; o'clock
AT o'clock, their suppers We're sent
to them ana it was quarter Of / a. NJ
Friday. when a verdict of $712.5 for the
plaintiff was reached
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23
WIl1t IS il?

A man who has been running race
with steam and electricity for years,
finds himself suddenly stopped. 1t
seems as if a cold hand clutched his
heart His brain whirls; he can hardly
see. NWhat is ~ he asks himself as
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

tons at the prospect of an extensive
skunk raising industry being estab-
lished there.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

three days in a week. l have been treated by
the best doctors in this city, but got no help
Some said had cancer of the stomach, others
catarrh, others dyspepsia. Then wrote to
you for advice. You advised the use of your
Golden Medical Discovery and Pleasant Pei
let's These medicines have taken as directed
commenced to get better from the start and
my stomach. feel tiptop, and better than
have for ten years"
Keep the bowels healthy by using DR..
Pierce's Pellets They dent gripe.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

Please, mister cried a little boy
with a thin, high voice as he stuck
his head into the doorway of the chiefs
office at the Bangor City hall, the other
day, my sister wants to know if
you've got her boomers down here.
She lost 'em off,-off the clothesline, |
mean. last Friday night" This in
duiry with variations was heard all
day. for the report had spread abroad
that Rangor's dreaded clothesline rob
Der had been captured with bushels
and bushels of feminine wearing APP
parel in his possession. The robber
pleads that he is crazy. and his vic
Tins agree that he must be.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

them at their Offices, and they
will be pleased to give you
such advice as will enable you
to get rid of your troubles.
Their consultations are free.
either by mail or at their
office. Their names as emf.
nent French Specialists are
famous. Their success in
curing all diseases from which
women suffer, is wonderful.
If you will send US your
address on a postal card we
will mail YOU our Doctors
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DINNER GUESTS
CONTINUED from page ~


thv m lAt'- lttiI, Sentative Alexander pl
N'" f"rh. "A native w Richmond. Me.
H.. l~ irN q o'!i.f%d' "i Representative
i.iif 'H'iH "N IN" lHll"llry committee.
S'I f. h' "a m"mhor tt the census com
Inl'i.e RIA t." Ia-- 'un-rtsa but he r--
.irNii~I,t it ttW u.- t.t crosse uf t.,
.i-5 session ta1i ~.".tA'~ Ite.I might at'-
point aim L" i rlIr- uu TIE Rivers AN
htfh19S C'mmi'ts..
Representative E.uteLl-. ul course has
ihr mn-l lmI rtIrt committee ru-iji .n ,f
anN ~ the Maine ~, mh-s-. th4t ui chair
man "i naval affairs; Representative
-Nt'3 N.tS gwen secondary places by up
Y. 1iS '"l "A" was a@~i-ttd l1 the Dis
ir..t "i toItH'-t cnt1mitteg and will in
iati -nr tW' years he une Ni tine lmmlu
council mat governs tine rational capital
lH tn.- A' Is m a way following in the
lpftStr IT. "i Speaker Reed. who as IN
hr-th "4 tht li,N5- WdS oat ai nv MR. rulers
III. .I1 ..i "I i@hl "ii "A-gE jAt 'ap.tn.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23
NOTICE.

The annual meeting If tt2e Auggsta
city hospital will be held on Monday;
Jan. LIST at $ =. NJ. at city council
rooms for the election Of officers: for me
ensuing Year ana any othtr business that
may come before the meeting.
Per order
G. l.. ANDREWS, Sec
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

Boston Advertised: Maine holds the
record for the number of deer shot this
year. but some other states further
West, have larger totals Of wounded
hunters
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

a number of our Maine exchanges
have INDUCED in extra Christmas edi-
tons, this week. beautifully gotten up,
with pages of holiday advertising. and
articles. stories, and pictures appropri-
ate to the season. This enterprise has,
no doubt, been duly appreciated by
their readers, and reflects credit upon
the respective publishers. The papers
which have thus celebrated are the
Westhrook Chronicle Portland Sunday
Times, Portland Sunday Telegram,
Bridgton News, Rumford Falls Times.
Pittsiicld Advertiser, Livermore Falls
Express and Advertiser Gardiner In
dependent, and Waterville Sentinel.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

book, Pale and Weak Women, free. 1t con-
talns valuable information for women
If woman IS constipated. she should take
DR.. Coderre's Purgative Tablets, in order to
obtain the best results from the Red Pills. as
they are not purgative. The Tablets sell at
CSC. a box. Read the circulars around each
box OF Pills very carefully, and follow the
Instructions which very important. Dr. Co.
derre's Red Pills are sold at SOC per box Beware
of all red pills sold by the dozen, the hundred
pills or at 25c box, for they are limitations
In the interest of your health do not be imposed
upon. Address all correspondence to
The FRANCO AMERICAN CHEMICAL co
Boston, Mass. Office. montreal Can office /oen
?+1 fremont, St. 274 St.Denis, st.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-23

brought about the present conditions
of rising-WaEes ana increased trade
ana prosperity.