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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30
BUILDERS EXCHANGE
Organized by Builders and Dealers in
Building Material.

The contractors and builders and
dealers in building material have or
ganized what will be known as the
Builders Exchange. O. O. Cross is
president, S. F. Brann vice president.
and A. G. Bowie secretary. The pur-
pose of the organization is in a word
to promote better conditions among
the builders and dealers in building
material 1t is believed that a better
understanding can be developed that
will work to the advantage of both the
builders and dealers and their patrons.
The organization will also doubtless
he instrumental in generating a better
understanding between the members
and the labor unions. 1t is understood
that there is "a general feeling among
the contractors that the recent demands
of the unions should not be granted.
They feel that they have done their
share and that it is not good business
to make any more concessions. The
Exchange will in a way correspond
with the unions of the men.
Then it is felt that there is too much
fear among prospective builders of the
rise in prices and that something
should be done to counterfeit this. The
business for May is not up to the aver
age ana it is believed that it is due
chiefly to the reports of rising prices.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30
Local Baseball Gossip.

Not much is being said by the man
ayers of the ball teams, but by the
rumOrs that are afloat it would seem
that there is some hard work being
put in nevertheless. The principal
business now is the fishing for players
and it is understood that considerable
skill is being developed withrod and
reel in the persuit of big fish. Fair
field is not saying much about her
plans but it is understood that she is
understood that she is getting a team
together that will make the eyes of the
cranks stick out so that one can sit on
them when the season opens. son
There are all kinds of rumors afioat
in regard to the men that are being
hooked. From these it would seem that
both Fairfield and WateryiIle are, af-
ter what might be termed second hand
leaguers, not minor leaguers, but big
leagucrs. " There care always II good
number of men afioat who are plenty
fast enough for the. big leagues, but
who for some reason or other fail TO
stick there. From what is heard oc-
casionally it would seem that this is
the class that is being fished Tor at
present ,tt ggseT,.f s 4
But there is lots of time yet before
the season opens and the fans will
probably be kept on the anxious seat
until that time Just what the teams
will be is very uncertain. They may be
faster than anything that ever played
in the New England League or they
may be ordinary teams like those of
last year. But the blood is up and it's
going to be hot fight. AT present it is
doubtful just who holds trumps or who
will draw an ace or two.
The High school team will play a
game with the Colby second on the col
lege field, Friday afternoon 1t is
thought that the colts are Just about
able to do the second team and a warm
game is looked for. An attempt is be-
ing made to arrange a game between
the Colby Varsity and a picked team
from Coburn and the High school. A
game of this kind would be very inter-
esting and would be great practice for
Colby. A strong team ought to be
chosen from the two smaller teams and
one that would be capable of making
Colby do some tall hustling.
Yesterday was a great day for the
athletes now in training in the city and
the Colby grounds were thronged with
them all the afternoon. DR.. Frew and
Captain Halves were busy all the af-
ternoon with their men and some of the
coburn and High school aspirants were
out. Some of the Colby men are show
ing up very well.
Manager Nelson of the local team
finds a very promising field for
league in the eastern part of the state
1t looks now as il a league made IN Of
Bangor. Old Town. Millinocl<et. Belfast
Fairfield and Waterville might be or
ganizcd without much trobule. This
would make n great combination and
would suit Waterville first rate. Good
progress is being made with the pre-
liminary work.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

John N. Taylor of the Boston Globe
is rusticating at Lake Cobbosseecontee
and is incidentally experimenting the
remodeling process, which will, from
the nature of things. effectively trans
form the Michigan Club house into a
camp of camps, pleasantly suggestive
indeed, of real comfort, rest and
recreation. The changes include a
piazza 64x12 feet also well appointed
kitchen of good size. Several new
rooms have been finished making a
total of nine sleeping rooms, the larg-
est, 1Sx1S feet and two 15x15 feet.
The attractiveness of the dining and
sitting rooms is greatly enhanced by
large old-fashioned fire places which
have been built. 1t is presumed, of
course, that the genial sporting editor
of the great New England daily lends
substantial assistance in the work I'M
derway, but it may be safer to presume
that the lines will be wet occasionally
and that the most alluring articles
pertaining to spinner and bait will sue
cessively tempt both salmon and
trout from the darkest depths.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

The new logs are coming down the
river in good numbers. There is not
enough to make much of spread as
yet, but still enough to be noticeable.
The prospect for the drives on the river
is now more encouraging. 1t is expect
ed that the mills of the Lawrence. New
hall & Page Co in Shawnut will start,
today, for the season. All ehe old logs
were cleaned out, last fall, SO that ac-
tive work cannot commence until
enough new logs arrive. 1t is thought
that there will be enough of these, to-
day. The boom of the HoIlingsworth &
Whitney Co. is filling up. but work has
not commenced there as yet. 8S
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30
WATERvlLLE ADVERTISEMENTS.
Lightbody's
Headache
Powders
Wonderful Cure.
For sale by Druggists.
For sale by Druggists.

union is affiliated with the American
Federation of Labor, and the Journal
is informed that the union is in earnest
regarding the demand which has been
made, and is prepared to meet the stu
alton in the event of the non acceptance
of the prescribed terms. The demands
are similar to those made by quarry
mems unions in other trade centers,
particularly with reference to Quincy,
Mass, and Barre. VT, where the S-hour
day was demanded with hours pay.
The issues were satisfactorily compro-
missed in the places spoken of. There
are about IS workmen employed in the
nuarries in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

A Goodyear plant has just been in
stalled in the making room at johnson
Bros shoe factory. Mckay stitchers
have been in use in the factory since
it's establishment, but the new plant,
embodying as it does all of the later
ideas of the master shoe men, executes
a far superior class of work. 1t will be
used for the higher priced shoes, while
Mckay work will be continued as for
merly on ordinary grades. The capac-
iity of the machines is necessarily re-
duced owing to the better class Of work
which will be produced.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

It's all library now. The whole
question is being thoroughly aired on
the street and in the Offices. All sorts
of opinions, pro and con, are being ex-
pressed and all sorts of suggestions
made. 1t is probable that the matter
will come up for some consideration al
the May meeting of the city govern
ment which will be held, week from
tonight. The members will have had
time to consider the proposition and
prompt action is of course desirable.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

Extended alterations are going on at
the Atkins wharf on the river front.
The coal sheds that have been used by
the Decker & Day Coal Co. for storing
coal have been leased by the Hollings-
worth & Whitney Co. and are to be
torn down. The wharf is to be en-
larged and the space used for coal to
be discharged and no covering is to be
over 1t. New stages and a set of shears
are being erected and these alterations
will make a decided change in the ap-
pearance of that portion of the river
front.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30
7aailt
Dorcas Reading Circle Sale.

The Dorcas Reading Circle of the
Methodist church held a sale of fancy
articles in Red Mems hall, Tuesday
evening, concluding with an entertain
ment with numbers as follows:
Orchestra-Mr. Heath Mrs. Moody and
Mrs Goodwin.
Solo, Fred bates
Club Swinging, Miss Cobb. Gardiner
Solo Miss Palmer
Orchestra. ,.
Piano Solo, Miss balkunl
Reading. Miss Cobb
Orchestra.
The affair was; successful from both
a social and financial point of view
and a good sum will be added to the
treasury of the society.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

Perhaps it's the centennial or per-
maps It's Just the old-tiine spirit but
something is It work in the bonnets OF
the house holders, for a large number
of them are putting in some hard work
on their grounds. This is not confined
to any locality, but is spread all over
the city and on many streets there are
several houses all in a bunch where
grading and sodding is in progress and
a general Sticking up of the lawns and
yards. Every one seems to have caught
the fever and the lawn that escapes is
in unusually good shape. If the price
of dirt and gravel was regulated by the
demand, it would beat that of beef by
"A mile.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

There will be a sociable at Coburn,
Friday evening, under the auspices OF
the Y. w. G. A. and the Y. Nj. c. a. A
novel entertainment is being prepared
but you had better go up and see just
what it is going to be for yourself.
There there will be some musical selec-
tons during the evening and altogether
a very pleasant time is expected. Home
made candy will be on sale during the
evening. The proceeds of the sociable
will be devoted to the two associations
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

"A neighbor ran in with 4 bottle Of
Chamberlin's' Collie. Cholera and Diar-
rhoea Remedy when my son was suffer-
ing with severe cramps and was given
up as beyond hope by my regular ply
stefan. who stands high In his profess
sion. After administering three doses
OF 1t, my son regained consciousness
and recovered entirely within twenty
Tour hours. says Mrs. Mary Halter. Of
NJ. Crawford. Va This remedy IL for
sale by John Coughlin, III Water
street; J. G. Houlehan, Gardner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

At a recent meeting of the Board Of
Trade the president, treasurer and sec
rotary We're made Il committee to col
lect dues of the recently elected and
old members. The committee has Sc
cured w. w. Edwards to do the col
Letting and he is now at work so have
your dollar ready when he appears
Strange to say there are a few who
consider that the Board is not worth a
dollar per year to them and they have
refused to nav,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

The ladies of the Unitarian society
have been at work some time on theil
plans for sale and supper which will
be held, Thursday afternoon and eve
ming. In the afternoon there will be a
sale of useful and fancy articles at the
Ware parlors and then in the evening
one of the famous suppers of the So
ciety. These church sales and sup
pers are coming thickly at present, but
none too thickly as they are very en-
joyable affairs and the people never
seem to tire of them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

Some good catches of trout were re-
ported, Tuesday. Baggagemaster c. f.
Strickland checked a choice specimen
one of the finest yet brought in
weighing 5 pounds: II. G. Turner
caught 2-pounder; r. J. Anderson one
of similar size; and Charles Ogden
three of good size. 1t was perhaps the
best day of the season for fishing, but
there were very few boats on the lake.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

by the Lockwood Mfg. Co. of South
Norwalk. Conn. Another recent one IS
a special Russian buffalo robe given by
the Dana Hardware Co. Winslow q
Co. of Portland, have presented hand
some lawn vase and base. At the meet
ing Of the schemes committee. tonight,
it will be decided how these are to be
disposed of.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

The sale under the auspices of the
ladies of the Congrega tional church,
yesterday afternoon, was a success. In
the evening there was Il small but APP
preciative audience present to hear
Mrs. Emma Huntington Mason of Au-
gusta, lecture on the "Abnaki Indians. y
The lecture proved to be unusually in
teresting and was very much enjoyed
by those present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

Among the new recruits now tempo-
rarily at post awaiting admission are
Thomas Bowman of Haverhill, Mass,
late K Co., 9Th Mass. Vol Inf, and Eli
Parrazo Of Springfield, Mass, late r
Co, 18th Conn.,, both in Home Co A.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

Lewis Cam of Danvers, Mass, re-
ported for admission, Tuesday, and
was assigned to quarters with the vet
Grams of Capt. McAdams' command.
Capt. Cam enlisted at Danvers in
April. 1861, as a private in c Co of the
18th Mass. Vol. Inf, and was promoted
successfully to sergeant, second lieu
tenant of Co. ], first lieutenant of Co.
r and captain of Co. D.. t-gs E
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

While Jesse Durham was at work
on the lumber on the wharf Of the Oak
land Mfg. Co.. yesterday morning. a
long piece of 6xS Southern pine dropped
onto his foot and ankle, crushing them
quite badly. He was taken to his home
on Robinson street and doctor called
who dressed the wound and made Mr.
Durham as comfortable as possible
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

You find during your spring clean
ing. that you need to replenish your
stock of towels and now is a good time
to get bargain at Lunt & Brann's for
25 cts. See their ad. They have
towels at all prices but the 25 ct. one
is a leader.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

Two 20 mes of ball have been ar
ranged Tor this afternoon, one between
Kenniston's and McKeeman's teams to
decide the tie game that was played
one day, last week. The High schools
and local team are to play another
game and il will doubtless be an inter-
esting one.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

Richard Riley, late United States
navy, arrived at the Home, Tuesday.
and is quartered in Barrack F awaiting
admission. Mr.. Riley served from July.
'63 to June, '65, being during that time
on the Ohio, Vermont, Connecticut and
Com Barney
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

and some sort of a solution of the prob
lem Will doubtless be attempted before
very long. one man who advertised Il
rent one day had six applicants after it
early the next morning. Some of the
prices paid for desirable rents are aston
isbino
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

c. w. Hussey was out with his new
auto, yesterday. and was streaking it
up and down the street in great style.
People didn't hardly dare cross the
street at Temple when they saw him
coming down at Silver.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

The Kennebec left her wharf here,
yesterday. with the largest passenger
list so far this season and her freight
was a large one. Travel and the mount
nf freight are now on the increase and
soon the summer rush will commence.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

The funeral of the late Mrs. Eliza j.
Nevill was held from ST. Joseph's
church, at 10 o'clock Tuesday forenoon,
Rev. FIR. Reardon officiating. The
bearers We're: John Mcnamara, VIM.
II. O'Brien, NJ. A. Haraden and J. F.
Mcnamara. The interment was in ST.
Joseph's cemetery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

f. s. Smith & Co. have a large ad In
todays Journal thrt would only be mu-
tilated should the scribe attempt, in To-
cal item to quctn from the many genuine
bargains to t. md under the head of
silk SALE
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

Lucier's Comedy Co. were at the
Opera house, last evening, and gave a
good performance. They gave a
parade at noon and concert before the
evenings entertainment. The vaude-
vile features We're all good and the
other parts of the program were well
presented.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

The whist party recently given under
the auspices of Hamilton Lodge, d. OF
H., proved such an enjoyable affair
that another has been arranged for this
evening. This party, like the former
one will be held in A. o. U. w. hall
and an admission, including refresh
ments Of Is cents, will be charged.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

City Marshal Harrington is sending
out notices to dog owners, explaining
the law and inviting them to come up
and settle or take the consequences.
The truce lasts only to May 10.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

City Marshal Andrews received tel
egram from the chief Of police Of Bath,
yesterday afternoon, stating that the
body of an unknown man had been
found in the river near there and ask
ing If anyone was missing from this
locality. No description was given and
as vet tbs body has not been identified.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

The Home orchestra will play the last
indoor concert of The season at Z O'Clock
tonight, at the Opera house. and then will
HE themselves to scenes of pleasure for
a week before beginning their out-df-door
work. The program which Conductor
Theme has selected for this concert fol
lows:
March and Two Step-''The Girls OF
America list time), Digannc
,Overture-"The King of Diamonds
Lavallee
Waltzes-"The jolly Friars'' ust time),
Henry
I. BendjN
Bellini. arr. Harris
Paraphrase on Nearer, My God. to
Thee. Langey
Potpourri-"The Bands Vacation,
Pandcrt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

1t is said that the present quietness
in the shoe trade is unprecedented in
Il years. All parts of the country are
more or less affected but it is safe to
assume that the dull season is now on
the Wane.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

At the next regular meeting of John
b. Hubbard Relief Corps, question of
Importance will be brought before the
members and it is earnestly requested
that all members will be present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

The Washington Club is to have an
other ball in Wilson hall, Friday even
ing of this week. The organization of
this club includes the members of the
former Stonecutters Club, with the fol-
lowing officers: President, Pierce A.
Latin; vice pres. George b. McQuigg;
treasurer, J. LeForrest Crimmin; sec
rotary. Fred S. Sherman.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

These are days that stir up house
keepers to open up doors and windows
and this reveals the need of new wall
paper in many cases, as the increase OF
trade at Russell Bros indicates.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

The Randolph baseball club defeated
the Farmingdales in a game of ball,
yesterday, by a score of Is to s. The
same club held a dance in Jewett's hall
in the evening that was greatly en-
joyed by all who attended. Monaghan
furnished the music.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30
Many of the SHOW

! Many of the show windows along the
street exhibit the prizes for the big
fair with the names of the donors at
tachtd. The advertising sheet came
out, yesteriay. giving the program for
the three nights and stating the fea-
lures # the fair.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

Fred Southland, Liberty street, has
moved his family to Salem, Mass,
where he has a good position. Capt.
e. b. Sanborn of South Gardiner. will
occupy the house vacated by him.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

William Eucnham, formerly of this city
and WIZ l. IS been in New YORK during
the winter, arrived on the boat, yester-
lay, and will go to Togus where he VIII
play in the band.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

Samuel Tutten was expected to sail
from England, Tuesday. He formerly
lived in this city for a number of years
and will accept position for time in
the granite trade. 49,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

DR.. l.. w. Boyer has leased the Z. q.
Meader house and will move in as soon
as it can be made ready Tor him. Mr..
Mcader will occupy the Frank Smith
house.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

The last lecture by Rev. Mr. Quimby
of the series on Mans Origin and
Early History" will be given at
~ lock this afternoon. The subject is:
What Does Geology Teach Concerning
the Time that Man Has Been Upon the
Edrth?"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

Mrs. Sarah s. stomach of Kennebunk-
port. was at the Home, Tuesday after
noon, and took the remains of her
father. the late Edward p. Abbott, home
with her to Kennebunk. '4t. .
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

The Junior prize contest will be held
in City hall, Tuesday evening, May 6. A.
w. Sprague, celloist. of Maine State, is
to assist in the program.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

The funeral of the late Mrs. Catharine
Leighton will be held, at o'clock
Thursday morning. at the church of the
Sacred Heart, Rev. FIR. Michigan Off
ciating.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

A three-horse load of sheep skins be-
ing taken to the boat, yesterday, TO be
sent to the Boston market, was quite
an unusual sight.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

The Jeanette Rostell Co., which OPEN
ed a three nights engagement at Fair
field Opera house, Monday. with the pre-
sentation of Myrtle Ferns" was greeted
by good audience. They will close their
engagement. tonight. with Ten Knights
in a Bar ROOM A.Hfaf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

Three men were UP before the court,
Yesterday, on the charge OF drunken
ness and being unable to pay the usual
fine and were obliged to take 30 days
in jail
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

Chelsea Hancock has entered the bar
her shop Of Clarence Brann at the emo
of the bridge to take the place OF Harry
Dunn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

r. ]. Anderson of Boston, and Irving
Carson of Philadelphia, returned from
the lake, Tuesday, after several days
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

Why experiment with paints when
| Masury's, which Decker & Day sell
and have fc~ many years, are so per-
| fectly satisfactory?
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

Ex-Mayor Ben Tenney announces
that it will be impossible for him TO ac-
cept the presidency of the Hallowell
Improvement Society.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-04-30

The Young peoples branch of the Wo-
mans Christian Temperance Union held
its regular, monthly meeting at the Bap-
tist church. Monday evening.