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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-05-26
ONCE Of
County Commissioners

County commissioners,
Kennebec County.
Bids Will be received at the office of the
county commissioners Of Kennebec coun-
~, until Il O'Clock noon, June 3, 1902. for
furnishing labor and materials required
to construct a tile floor in the main cor
ridorof the Kennebec County Court House
at Augusta, Maine, agreeably to drawings
and specifications prepared by A. G.
wing, architect, ana under the supervis-
ion of the county commissioners.
Plans and specifications can be seen at
the office of the county commissioners,
Augusta, on and after May Z, 1902. The
bids.
Augusta, Me-. May 7. 1902.
SEWALL PETTINGILL,
JOSIAH w. BASSETT.
JOHN A. SPEAR,
County Commissioners. y
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-05-26
HEAVY DAMAGE
BY Saturday Nights Thunder Storm al
Auburn and Lewiston.

Lewiston, Me, May 25.-One of the most
severe thunder showers ever known in
this section began at rs p. NJ. Saturday.
and lasted half an hour. Damage to the
extent of hundreds of dollars was done
in Auburn and Lewiston by flooding Gel
lars and Easements. In Auburn a $4,000
parn belonging to the E. S. Coe estate
was set on fire by the lightning and
burned.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-05-26
ALL NEED AID.
Four Hundred Refugees from Marti
nique Arrive at Trinidad

Port of Spainn. Island of Trinidad. T.
W. l.. May 25.-Four hundred more ref.
uSees from the island of Martinique have
arrived here on board the French steam
er Versailles, and they are all in urgent
need of relief. These refugees report
that the majority of those who would sur-
fer loss of property in Martinique to be
either dead or to have left the island
Robberies there continue and owing to
the excessive relief distributed the Labor
work.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-05-26
TOOK WOOD ALCOHOL,
Suicide of Mrs. Anna Whitmore, Promi
nent Brunswick Lady.

Brunswick. Me, May 25.-Mrs. Anna
Whitmore died. this evening, as a result
of taking wood alcohol with suicidal in
tent. Mrs. Whitmore was the wife of the
late Amherst Whitmore, one of the most
prominent citizens of Brunswick. She
has acted strangely since her husband $
death and had several times threatened
to take her life. Five children, four sons
and 4 daughter the latter being Mrs VIM
Wells Appleton of Haverhill, Mass, sur
SiVe her
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-05-26
LAVA AND MUD.
Being Trown Out of New Fissures by
Mont PeIee.

Fort de France, Island of Martinique
Saturday, May 24.-Mont Pelce was com
paratively quiet. yesterday CF'riday). To-
day. the volcano bclched forth a torrent
of lava and mud, which rushed down the
north slope of the mountain and swept
away what was left of the town Of Bass
Pointe. New assures have opened in the
side of the mountain.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-05-26

In accordance with a established
custom. the New England Woman's
Club held its annual luncheon in honor
Of AIrs. Julia Ward Howe at the Ven
dome, Boston. Saturday. About $50
were present to greet Mrs. Howe on her
SD birthday anniversary.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-05-26
BOAT CAPSIZED.
Arthur Forth Drowned, Sunday, il
Cocheco River at Eliot.

Dover, n. H., May 25.-Arthur Forth
aged about Is years, and employed in the
brick yard at Eliot. Me, was drowned,
this afternoon. in the Cocheco river while
boating with three friends near Eliot. The
others succeeded in getting ashore after
their boat capsized. but Forth went down
after swimming short distance. His
body was recovered In his pocket was
found letter from his father, Fortuna
Fortin who resides on Water street in
Lawrence Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-05-26
TO SETTLE REFUGEES.
Martinique Suffers to Find Homes on
Island of Trinidad.

Kingstown, Island of st. Vincent. r. w
l.. Saturday, May 2i.-Passengers on the
Quebec Line steamer Madiana, which ar
rived here. today, report that the gov
crnment of the British island of Trinidad
is prepared to settle refugees from Marti-
nique on crown lands on moderate terms
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-05-26
OIL IN MAINE.
Well Flowing Freely in South Addison
and Gusher Expected.

Addison, Me, May 25.-Oil has been
discovered on the premises of the Pleas
ant River Granite Co. at South Addison.
in Washington county. 1t is flowing free
ly and all signs appear to warrant the
opinion that a gusher will be found
Chemists who have analysed the oil pro-
nounce it as good as that of Texas Cali
fornia or Pennsylvania
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-05-26

Al the cotton manufactures in what
is known as the Augusta, Ca, district
will go INTO operation, Monday. The
strike in the King mill is broken and
the lockout is declared Off.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-05-26
AT ANY MOMENT.
Formal Declaration of Peace Is Now
Daily Expected.

London. May 26-The Daily Mail in its
issue, this morning. says the announce
ment of pe-ce may be expected at any
time and that it will be found that the
government has remained innexible on ali
vital points at issue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-05-26

Union, s. C., was visited, at O'Clock
Sunday afternoon, by a terrific tornado.
Four deaths and considerable loss of
property resulted.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-05-26

Rev. c. S. Cummings carried Lisbon and
Turner, Saturday, and the delegates for
SheriH now stand: Googin, 81; Cummings,
81; Shackford 6; Dwelley. Z. Greene Will
hold its caucus, next Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-05-26

after a response by the choir and the
singing of Jerusalem the Golden" by
the congregation, Rev. Il. f.. Newbert
pronounced the benediction. The con-
gregation, which there was quite q
sprinkling of members of the Grand
Army and the Sons of Veterans in uni
form. Then dispersed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-05-26

Houlehan. Gardiner.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
The Worst Form

Multitudes are singing the praises OF
Kodol, the new discovery which is MAX
ing so many sick poop e we'll and weak
people strong by oigesting what they
eat, by cleansing and sweetening the
stomach and by transforming their food
into the kind of pure, rich, red blood
that makes you feel good all over. Mrs.
CranfilI, Of Troy, l. T, writes: "For
number of years 5was troubled with
indigestion and dyspepsia which grew
into the worst form. Finally l was in
duced to use Kodol and after using four
bottles 1 am entirely cured. / heartily
recommend Kodol to all sufferers from
indigestion and dyspepsia. Take dote
after meals. It digests what youEeat,
W. A. Rembert.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24

There is more catarrh in this section
of the country than all other diseases
put together, and until the last few
years was supposed to be lncurable.
For a great many years doctors pro-
nounced it local disease, and prescri b.
ed local remedies, and by constantly
falling to cure with local treatment,
pronounced it incurable. Science has
proven catarrh to be a constitutional di-
sease, and therefore requires constitu-
tional treatment. Hairs Catarrh Cure,
manufactured by f. j. Cheney & Co.,
Toledo, Ohio, is the only constitution
al cure on the market. 1t ID taken in
ternally in doses from ten drops to a
teaspoonful. It acts directly on the
blood and mucous surfaces Of tho sys-
tenn. They offer one hundred dollars
for any case it fails to cure. Send for
circulars and testimonials. Address
FL. CHENEY & CO., Toledo, o.
Sold by Druggists, 75c.
Halls Family Pills are the best.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
MON ADAMS AGIVER
OF WHAT He HAS.
Disposes of Property and
Chattels.
EFFECTS ARE EQUALLY GIVEN
Among His Children and Near Rela-
tiVes Probably Thinks His Chance
Is Slim and Desires to Dispose OF
His Property.

Monroe Adams, the double murder
er of his own wife and daughter, no
longer worries over his worldly pos
sessions for, having disposed of his
plumber and property of every kind he
can now only contemplate his awful
deed and the awful consequences
awaiting him. A day or two ago Adams
requested a pen and paper to be
brought to his cell in the Americas
jail, and after due consideration gave
written directions for the disposition
of his household property and world
ly effects of whatever kind. All of
this is equally divided among his FIVE
remaining children, and City Marshal
Feagin Is asked to superintend the di-
vision as set set forth. Adams moth
or and relatives here are going to some
place in Alabama to reside, and his
children may accompany them there,
Adams will be tried for his life at the
forthcoming term of court for the
hienous crime of shooting to death
his own wife and daughter If he lives
until that time.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
THE MiNsTRELs THIS EVENING.
Barlow Min streIs Prove Strong At
traction.


The Great Barlow Ministries, which
will hold the boards at the opera house
tonight, one of the largest minstrel or
CARNATIONS on the road. The COM
pany is very popular one, aud is
composed of artists OF reputation and
talent. Manager Coburn, by keeping
faith with the public, has made for
himself and company reputation SEQ
ond to none in the amusement world.
The sterling worth of this attraction is
proven by constant prosperity enjoyed
by the members of his company, and
the expressions of pleasure on the part
of those that witness the performances.
The company this season numbers
thirty five, including some of the best
minstrel talent obtainable, and among
this long list of stars the names of sew
eral that Lave attained an information
al reputation may be found. The ollo
is indeed ons of the strongest as we'll
as expensive a combination of talent
ever presented under one management.
Watch for the grand street parade at
noon today.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
Spent More Than $1,000

W. W. Baker, of Plainview, Neb +,
writes: "My wife suffered from lung
trouble for fifteen years. She tried a
number of doctors and spent over 81, 900
without relief She became very low
and lost all hope. A friend recommend
ed Foley's Honey and Tar and, thanks
to this great remedy, 1t saved her life.
She enjoys better health than she has
known in the ten years" Refuse sub
stitutes. J. R. Hudson.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
BATTLE SCENE Is REALISTIC
In Presentation of Thrilling Play Here
Monday.

The most realistic battle scene ever
presented on the stage is said to be
shown in William Bonelli and Rose
StahPs production of the famous ReVo-
Iutionary play "Janice Meredith"
which is to be the attraction at GloY-
er's opera house next Monday evening.
Claims of this character have been
made for many theatrical enterprises
some of which haYe proved true, 9TH
ers exaggerations. This production
comes here however, endorsed by over
years success in the great cities of
the country, where the battle scene
was greatly praised for its realism. 1t
represents the attack of the Continent
ais under General Washington on
Trenton, particularly showing the cap
ture of the headquarters of the Hes
sian Commander, Colonel Rail.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
d Forty..Ye ears Torture.

To be relieved from torturlng dis
else after 40 years. torture might welt
cause the gratitude of anyone. That is
what DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salye did
for @. Haney, Geneva, o.. He says:
"DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve cured me
of piles after had suffered 40 years. "
Cures cuts, burns, wounds, skin diseaseF.
Beware of counterfeits. w. A, Rem
bert
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
Cures Eczema, Itching Humors

Especially for old, chronic cases take
Botanic Blood Balm. Itgives healthy
blood supply to the affected parts, heals
all the sores. eruptions. scabs, scales
stops the awful itching and burning OF
eczema, swellings, suppurating, watery
sores, etc. Druggists, 81. Sample free
and prepaid by writing Blood Balm Co.
Atlanta, Ga. Describe trouble and free
medical advice sent in sealed letter.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
AMERIcUs TO SEND DELEGATES
To Annual ConcIaVe of Masons II
Macon.


Americas Lodge No. 10, and M. B.
Council Lodge No. 95 will send large
delegations to Macon to attend the
Grand Lodge of the Masons of Geor-
gia converting in that city next Tues
day 2Sth There will be an attendance
of six hundred masters and past mas
tiers, the largest il the history of the
Grand Lodge, They will represent
nearly $4,000 Master Masons-twice
the number enrolled fifteen years ago.
The condition of the Grand Lodge is
satisfactory in every way. A few
years ago heavily IN debt-today there
is a surplus of $l2, 900; and it proposes
to increase this the coming year to
$50, 0O0 A work in which the Grand
Lodge, and Masons generally, feel
deep interest in the proposed Masonic
Heme for Georgia. It is the hope OF
every Mason that in a few months the
cornerstone will be laid, and that be-
fore another year is gone the Home will
be completed and opened.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
A Giant Nerve Builder.

The Mystic Life Remover is the most
Powerful Nerve Builder known. 1t
absolutely cures all forms of Nervous
Diseases and Weaknesses no matter
how aggravated or how long duration,
such as Neuralgia, Nervous prostra-
ton, Nervous Paroxysms, st. V1tuse'
Dance, Palpitation of the Heart, Physi.
cal and Mental Weakness, Debility OF
Old Age, etc. Sold by E, j. Eldridge
druggist, Americas.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
ADozeu Times a Night.

Mr.. Owen Dump, of Benton Ferry, W..
Va.Fwrltee: 81 have had kidney aud
bladder trouble for years, and it became
SO bad that I was obliged to get up at
least dozen time night. never re-
ceived any permanent benefit from any
medicine until / tried took Foley's
Kidney Cure. After using two bottles,
am cured" John r. Hudson.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
Danger in Fall Colds.

Fall colds are liable to hang on all
winter, leaving the seeds of pneumonia,
bronchitis or consumption, Foley's Hon
ey and Tar, cures quickly and prevents
serious results. It is old and reliable,
tried the tested, safe and sure, contains
no opiates and will not constipate. j.
r. Hudson.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
RELIEF IN Slx.Hours.

Distressing Kidney and Bladder
Disease relieved in six hours by "New
Great South American Kidney Cure"
It is great surprise on account of it's
exceeding promptness in relieving pain
in bladder, kidneys and back, in male
or female, Relieves retention of water
almost Immediately. If you want
quick relief and cure this is the RENE
DIV, Sold by E. J. Eldridge, druggist,
Americas, Ga.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
DETAILS OF A DETAILED DOG.
Fido Wrecked at Central Depot Yes
terday.

A catastrophe, resulting in the cur
failing of cur, occurred at the Central
depot yesterday, which stopped the
progress and likewise the wheels OF
switch engine for some time. The lit
tie dog tried to board passenger train
but fell under the wheels, the fiange
cutting off his tail. In agony the dog
lodged under a switch engine, which
was moved forward very cautiously
that the little dog, the property of DR..
Thomas, might not be killed by the
wheels. The incident created quite a
stir and the sympathies OF the crowd
we're with the dog until his rescue
was effected.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
Never Ask Advice.

When you have cough or cold don't
ask what is good for it and get some
medicine with little or no merit and per-
haps dangerous. Ask for Foley's Hon
ey and Tar, the greatest throat and lung
remedy, it cures coughs and colds
quickly. J. r. Hudson,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
bronchitis for Twenty Years.

Mrs. Minerva Smith, of Danville, ILL.,,
writes: II had bronchitis for twenty
years and never got relief until used
Folsy's Honey and Tar which is sure
cure" Contains no opiates, ]. r..
Hudson.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
Look Out For Fever.

iliousuess aud liver disorders at this
season may be prevented by cleansing
the system with DeWitt's Little Early
Risers. These famous little pills do not
grippe. They move the bowels gently.
but copiously. and by reason of the tonic
properties, give tone and strength to the
glands. w. A. Rembert.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
watch the Kidneys"

"When they are affected, life Is In dan
GER" say DR.. Abernethy, the great Eng
ish physician. Foley's Kidney Cue
makes sound kidney. J. R, Hudson.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24

Worth 800. to to you ad to cure child l,
water during sleep "Anti-Diuretic"
stops it Immediately. 81. Sold by =,
J. Eldridge, druggist.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24

Some girls are decided blondes and
some are decided brunettes-bu either
kind are apt to make decided wives.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
For Clerk and Treasurer.

am a candidate for the ONCE of clerk and
treasurer of Americas subject to the action
will greatly appreciate your support, Re
spectfully. f. j. MMATH.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24

All is fair in love and war-or, in
other words, during courtship and
after marriage.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
Life may be lottery, but a wise
man takes.no chances.
For Rent.

Store house in Barlow block formerly
occupied by Galloway Grocery 90.
Possession given Sept. LIST. Apply
EIdrIdge Drug Store.
s 9 tt.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24

The fellow who shakes your hand
most effusively when you have money
will shake you altogether when it's
gone.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
For Clerk and Treasurer.

am a candidate for the once OF clerk and
treasurer of AmeriCus, subject TO the pri-
mary election, and Will greatly appreciate
the support of my friends, and of the voters
generally. Respectfully.
z. N. HAWKES.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24

Some men are born great, some
achieve greatness and others CRATE on
you.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24
ANNOUNCEMENTS
For Clerk and Treasurer.

OF hereby announce my candidacy for the
cfiice of city clerk and treasurer of Amert-
us, subject to the primary yet to be called,
and will appreciate the support OF my friends
and the voters therein generally Respect
fully. JOHN M. M'GARRAH.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24

The camel can go two weeks without
taking drink, but it would make some
men hump themselves to abstain for
two days.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24

A man is always willing to arbltrate
after he has got the better Of his OPP
ponent.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24

1t takes nine tailors to makeIa man,
but one can often make him look like
30 cents.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24

1t is to laugh when one sees some
theatrical performances advertised un-
der the head of "Amusements.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24

No man can get at woman's mean.
ing unless he can read the language OF
the eyes.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24

Some things are better late than
never and some others are better never
than too soon.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-10-24

A stoney stare may be expectedIfrom
the man with an agate eye,
The Lancaster ledger. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1852-1905, 1902-07-09
w. Q. CAsKEY,
County Supervisor.

Mr.. j. B. jackson, one of tho
LEGAL yard conductors of the
Southern Railway, at Charlotte
was crushed to death Saturday
afternoon b. switch engine on
the Atherton Mill side track.
The amnesty proclamation Of
President Roosevelt was read, in
Spanish and English, in Manila
Friday. Aguinaldo was released
together with many military y pris-
oners.
Independence day was ceIe-
brated in the Philippine islands
pretty much as it was celebrated
IN the United States.
The Lancaster ledger. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1852-1905, 1902-07-09
HOw's TlIIst

We offer One Hundred Dollars Re-
ward for any case of Catarrh tina, cah-
not be cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure.
FL CHENEY & %, Props To-
lsdo, 0
We the undersigned Lave known
Shepsy fIr the !ast l5 years, aud
believe him perfectly honorable In ail
business transactions and financially
able TO carry OUT any obligations made
by their firm.
WEST TRUAx, Wholesale Druggisl.
Toledo, o.
WALDING, KINNAN II MARVIN
Wholesale Druggists. Toledo. O.
Halls Catarrh Cure Is taken in-
t'rna ", acting dire 'tiy upon the blood
and mucous surfaces OF the system.
Price, 75c. per bottle. Hold by ali
Druggists. Testimonials free.
Halls Family Pills are the beat
The Lancaster ledger. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1852-1905, 1902-07-09
A Batted Ball Kills the Pitcher.

Midlothian, Tex, Jnly s.
Pitcher Charles Harm gton, who
until recently was a member of
the Dallas team of the Texas
league, was killed by u batted ball
here today. Harrington had
pitched ball which was hit back
to the pitcher, striking him n the
stomach. Harrington felded the
ball, made the assist ia putting
the runner out and then dropped
dead.