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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
WU'S NEW POSITION.
Hopes That Yuen Shi kai Will Be
With Him in New Duties.

Washington, Oct. 2S.-Minister WI
Ting Fang has not been advised of the
appointment of Yuen Shi Kai as minis
ter of commerce of the Chinese empire.
although IN his view such an appoint
.nert would not be unlikely. Yuen Shi
Eai is the viceroy of Chi Ii province.
When the late Lii Hung Chang was
the viceroy of that province he also
held the title of minister of commerce.
At that time the title was practically
only honorary. as his manifold duties
as viceroy prev ented him from devot-
ing serious attention to matters affect
ing the empire outside of his province.
Minister WI, while he says he has no
definite information. believes it prob
able that Yuen Shi Kai may have re-
ceived the title of minister of COM
merce precisely as Lii Hung Chang re-
ceived and held it.
The ministry of commerce to which
Minister WI has been appointed is a
special board. He will be associated
with Chang Chi Lung and perhaps with
others. the title of each of whom will
BIZ minister of commerce. Yuen Shi
Kai may be one of these. 1t is the hope
Of Minister WI that Yuen Shi Kai has
been so designated. as he is "A friend of
Mr.. WI and q statesman and diplomat
Of ability and distinction.
Minister WI has received no advices
indicating the probable time of the ar
rival in Washington of his successor,
minister Laing That will depend en-
tirely upon the orders of the Chinese
foreign Office.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
SHOT BY "PAL."
Hobo Burglar" VIM. Thomp-
son, Alias VIM. Riley,
Dies at Westbrook, Without Revealing
Name Of His Murderer.
Thought to Have Quarrelied Over
Division Of the Spells.

Portland, Me-, Oct. 2S.-Wm. ThOmp-
son. alias VIM. Riley of Chelsea, Mass,
known to the police as hobo burg
lar" was shot, presumably by his fel-
low burglars, on the county road be-
tween Strordwater and Westbrook, at
an early hour, this morning. 1t is sup
posed that the burglars, who had
robbed o. E. Sherman's general store
nearby. of whom Thompson was un-
douhtedly one, quarrelled when it came
to dividing the spoils, and Thompson
was shot. His companions ran away
and he was left lying in the road. He
crawIed to the house of Roscoe Knight
and was later taken to the Westbrook
police station, where he died shortly
after r. NJ, without revealing the
names of those with him, nor did he
tell how he came to be wounded. He
was badly intoxicated when found.
officers in this city suspect three
men. Thompson said there were two
men with him. but the police think
there was another. 1t is believed some
one of the trio must have been wound
ed. The men of whom the police are
in search are said to have been seen
with Thompson in Portland a day or
two ago.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
eONDSMEN WILL SETTLE.
Have Given Up Looking for L. Linn
Small Of Auburn.

The whereabouts of l.. Linn Small.
formerly receiver of the American
Banking and Trust Co. and who is now
wanted in Auburn to straighten out his
accounts as receiver of the company
are still unknown.
1t is learned that the bondsmen of
Mr.. Small on whom will fall the short
age in his accounts as receiver of the
American Banking and Trust Co.. if
there should be any, have given up
looking for Mr.. Small. as it is only
wasting more good money.
They'will confine themselves to as
pertaining the exact shortage in his ac-
counts as receiver of this company and
make up the loss as it appears.
One of the bondsmen told the Jour-
nal, today, they had no desire of maxi
ing any litigation over the matter. 1t
vas their duty as bondsmen to settle
TO the full amount of the bond-s2O, 600,
if necessary.
II is further understood that one or
nossiblv more of Mr.. l.. Linn Smalrs
brotbers will assist the bondsmen in
making good the bond, should there be
any necessity for such course.
HOPES that Mr.. Small will return and
sfyaighten out his accounts are still
entertained. 1t is believed that he
could do so If he could be found. There
are rumors that he has been seen IN
Auburn. but these are not verified.-
Lewiston Journal.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29

The American and other art collec-
tors who have loaned collections to the
South Kcnsington Museum at London,
have suddenly been notified that they
must remove their paintings and other
treasures within six months. The o.
tensible reason is that the museum
needs the space for its own art objects
but it is publicly said that the au-
tl1orities have come to the conclusion
that the museum is only being used to
save storage fees. In this connection
Americans who objected to sending col
iections to the United States on ac-
count Of the duties have been singled
and it is asserted that they now find
Themselves In curious dilemma.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
A SERIOUS HITCH
Is Now Feared in Canal Negotiations
With Colombia.

Washington. Oct. 2S.-The last Colon
bian note respecting the canal treaty
which arrived in Washington several
days ago has not yet been delivered to
the state department and there Is some
reason to fear that a serious hitch is
impending.
This note was framed ut Bogota, Sept:
Is last, date prior to the arrival OF
Admiral Casey in Isthmian waters and
his checking of the passage of troops
across the isthmus by rail. Since that
date the admiral has had several occa-
lions to assert police power over the
Panama Railroad and in the harbors at
either end. There is reason to believe
that these assertions of power. though
in the view of the state department ex-
erciscd strictly within the limits Of the
treaty Of the United States and Colom-
bia by which the former guarantees free
dom Of traffic across the isthmus. Is view
ed by Colombia with growing npprehen-
sion and suspicion.
2 Such an event as that recorded. yester-
day, for instance, in which Admiral Ca
Continued on page 50
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
A TEST CASE.
Seamen Have Hearing at Portland for
Alleged Mutiny at Bath.

Portland. Me-. Oct. 2S.-United States
Commissioner Bradley is hearing the
charges against five seamen for mu-
tiny and desertiOn at Bath from the
three-masted schooner Helen NJ. At
wood, Capt Watts of New York. The
men brought a counter suit for the re-
covery of their clothing.
This will be made a test case by the
Atlantic Seamen's Union of this city
The sailors claim they found after
shipping with Capt. Watts, that the
schooner had accommodations for only
four men. while Capt. Watts claims he
offered to allow the fifth man to sleep
i'm the cabin. Capt. Watts says he put
one of the men in irons for few hours
then allowed all to go ashore, holding
their clothing and wages as he believed
the law allows.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
1904
NC Cigars are all warranted imported
filler and wrapper. Strictly handmade
An Jobbers and Retailers.
SUFFERING IN RUSSIA.
PAPERS Filed With References to the
Agricultural Depression.

Correspondence of The Associated Press
st. Petersburg. Tuesday. Oct. 1.-THE
reports of the local committee on the
agricultural depression are receiving
wide publication here. whole pages of
the newspapers being filled with them.
The Russkiya Vedomosti. one of the
ahlest newspapers in Russia. has care
fully followed the work of the local
committees and now prints q general
review
THE view has prevailed in most of
the committees" says this liberal Or
gan. that the inquiry into the causes
Of the agricultural depression rendered
il Indispensable to study the funda-
mental needs of the country. They UNI
dertoOk this task with entire sincerity
and in all seriousness. 1t has been
found that the aim in view. agricultural
Improvement, can be attained through
technical measures or special measures
for the benefit of special branches OF
production.
According tn the majority of the
committees no Improvements in agri-
culture or in the economic life of the
agricultural portion of the population
are possible without the removal of the
main hirdranceS to progress. such
hindrances are the low plane of ciViliZ-
atiCn and the legal status of the popu-
lation on the one hand, and land hum
ger. inequitable taxation and excessive
protection of manufacturers on the
other
Many committees have made uni
versal education their basic demand
and have directed attention to the in
sufiiciency of existing schools. Many
have laid equal emphasis upon the
necessity of a change in the legal posi-
ton Of the peasants. of the emanclpa-
ton of the villagers from bureaucratic
tutelage and of a thorough change IN
the local court organization. Accord
ing to committees which lay stress
upon this side Of the problem. no con-
siderable economic Improvement Is
possible without the moral, intellectual
and logical uplifting of the peasant ana
without the legal equality of the peas
antry with other classes.
The condition of our system of tax
alton has been generally declared I'M
satisfactory and it has been stated that
the burden is too heavy for the great
majority of the taxpayers.
The reactionary press is not particu-
larly pleased with this liberal propa-
ganda, but even in such papers as the
Novoye Nremya the need of radical
remedies is admitted.
Crop failures are reported in various
parts of Finland. especially Uleaborg'
River improvements at a cost of *3bo
eoo for the benefit Of the suffering pop
ulation will probably be undertaken by
the Finnish Senate
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
BOULDER ON THE TRACK.
Marrow Escape from Being Wrecked
of Express Near Wellington, N. Y.

Rochester. n. Y. Oct 2S.-The Rome.
WATERFOWL & Ogdensburg flyer had a
narrow escape from possible destruc-
ton. yesterday. Shortly before the
flyer was due a track walker found a
boulder weighing nearly 300 pounds on
the high trestle near Wellington at
the point where the Rochester & Sodus
Bay electric line passes under the
steam road. He summoned assistance
and the rock was removed just in time.
Early Monday, burglars entered the
store in the trolley road station at
Wellington. where the post office is
located. It is believed that the bur-
glars placed the boulder on the tracks
and that they meant to wreck the
flyer and rob the victims of the ac-
cident.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
twenty Millions for Theatres.

Is estimated that the American peo-
~ pdid WILDWOOD for it's theatrical en-
'''i"hent last season. and while it may
w possible to estimate the amount spent
~ tfis way it is impossible to estimate the
amount spent annually by those in search
o. health. Ocean VOYAGES change of
climate and many other tbines arc sue-
stowe, uut even these often fail. The
II rn,,rs Is the foundation of good health.
sn,y soa.s IS weak or disordered and YOU
st,n ,et from INDIGESTION, dyspepsia. con-
somnia ra oniousness. nervousness or in
in ' ,en az once. 1t is the best medicine
10 ~; IL world for restoring the stomach
fben Nc normal condition. Good health is
.vin on sure to follow. Try it and be con-
lions avoid substitutes and imita.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29

Bowdoin will play Amherst at Amherst;
Nn' hates at Brunswick. Nov: s: and
e TO Of Maine at orono or Bangor Nov. 70
Edward schmidt member p dead 81 fr rou'oa nl
team az $4,000 in a game with a St. Louis
} r3,S i The first half was almost com
pieted neither eleven hay ,1akle se som
wnen Scnnn" ,,a;n IN his head. He WAS
plained o. doctor and died just as he
taken 70 me once. The Staunton team,
ed py their he captain then marched 70 sh
ends Of the field. pulled " ba an i P tpsiT
ana s ou ,hev added their sweaters and
f ,Sot there r would be n" more football in
STA ttntOn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
106 YEARS OLD.
Granny" NeagIe Of Bath, Old
est Woman in State,
Quietly Celebrated Tooth Anniversary
Of Birth, Tuesday, at Her Home.
Enjoys Good Health and Perfect Wis.
ion and Lives Alone.

Bath, Me-, Oct. 2S.--(SpeciaD.-M
Helen c. Neagle. better known as
Granny" Neagle, today, quietly cele-
brated the 106th anniversary of her
birth. at her little home on Middle
street extension. Granny" Neagle has
long held the distinction of being the
Oldest woman in the State of Maine, a
distinction of which she is Justly
proud.
She was born in rural community in
the county of Glare, Ireland, Oct. IS,
119G, and was the youngest daughter
OF Mr.. and Mrs. Michael Considine Be-
fore she was out of her teens she mar
ried John Neagle. a thrifty. steady
going laborer. The first II years of
their married life was spent in the
odd Country" after which they de-
cided to cast their lot in America. They
had been blessed with the birth of 10
children. but on the way across two
died and were buried at sea. After
reaching this country, the young couple
had no idea where they were going to
live. 1t was in the palmy days of ship
DuilulHS Ill tIllS Guy, nONcNel, anu lIlty
decided to come here.
They liked Bath and as John Neagle
knew right we'll how to swing an AK,
he was not long in securing employ
ment. A house was soon built and by
frugal living the young couple brought
up their large family without much
discomfort. The father met with an
accident. however, which prevented his
ever returning to the yard, and then it
was that Mrs. Neagle decided to do
what she could for the support of the
fa mily. She was employed as dOmes-
tic in many of the best-known families
of the city and her services We're al
ways in demand. After her husbands
death. about 80 years ago. she contin-
ued to work, but was forced to cease
her active career about 20 years ago
on account of her advancing age.
Granny Neagle enjoys good health
and almost perfect vision. although her
hearing is. somewhat imnaired. She is
Il lucid story teller and likes nothing
better than an interested group of lis
teners while she is narrating some
graphic tale connected with the early
history of the city. She is Il member
Of st. Mary's Catholic church and takes
a great interest in all pertaining to the
church. She is continually expressing
wish to attend one more service with
in it's portals before she dies.
Her vitality is something remarkable
and she refuses to have anybody live
with her. although a neighbor calls
each day and has general oversight of
her. Her only living relative is Michael
CavanauSh, Il grandson. of this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
Conditions and General Forecast.

Washington, Oct. 2S.-The Gulf dis
turbance has moved rapidly northeast
ward during the last "a hours, and is
central, tonight. over eastern Maine.
An area OF high pressure covers the
Mississippi valley and a second area of
low pressure is moving southeasterly
over the northeast Rocky Mountain
slope. Rain has fallen from the Caro-
linas northeastward to New England
There has been marked fall in tenn
perature over the east third, 0f-1ife
country and corresponding rise in
the Missouri valley and east Rocky
Mountain slope. The winds along the
Atlantic coast will continue fresh from
day afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
THE PRESIDENT
Receives Greetings from Visit
ors from Abroad, tuesday.
Sends Pleasant Word to Pres. Diaz-
Meets "FeIlow Dutchman."
Presented With . Magnificent Moose
Head from Alaska.

Washington, Oct 2S-Some of the
foremost scientists of the world were
among party of 80 visitors who ar
rived here, today. from New York,
where they attended the International
Congress OF Americanists. After being
formally welcomed to the city by
President Mcfarland of the board OF
district commissioners, they were re-
ceived by President Roosevelt. Ex-
Secretary of State John w. Foster was
chairman Of the reception committee.
Alfredo Chavero. delegate from Mex
leo to the congress, presented a mes
sage of good will to President Roose-
welt from President Diaz
TELL President Diaz" said President
Roosevelt i'm reply to the message,
that we in this country realize what
great friend Of liberty, humanity and
progress he has ever BEEN
When the delegate from The Neither
lands was presented. President Roose.
welt exclaimed: I'VE are fellow Dutch
men, l am very glad to see YOU
A party of citizens of Alaska called
by appointment upon President Roose-
Welt. today. and presented a magnifi-
cent moose head, one of the finest speci-
mems from the Cooks Inlet region. The
antlers measure "a inches from tip to
tip. The mounting bore this inscrip-
ton:
ITO Theodore Roosevelt, from the
citizens of Valdez. Alaska. in token OF
their esteem and in recognition Of his
friendship. on his 44th birthday, Oct.
q, 1902"
The President expressed his appre-
citation of the handsome present and
announced his intention of having it
placed conspicuously in the state din
ing room of the White House.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
MAINE oRNlTHOLOGiSTS
WIN Hold Next Meeting in Portland
Late in November.

The next meeting of the Maine Or
ni'hological Society will be held in
fortand on the Friday and Saturday
ioHo~ing Thanksgiving. The pro-
sfam viii be essentially as follows:
friday afternoon--1.45. business
meeting, presidents report. treasurer
report editors report. NJ. Knights re-
port on the Birds of Maine. Dis
eusslons. Election of officers.
friday evening-Illustrated lecture.
Prof. Lee.
saturday morning. o'clock. pre-
Sen'ation of scientific papers.
SHurday afternoon Unfinished
business and papers not read in the
morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
THE STANTON INQUEST
Adjourned to Nov. 10, Day Before the
Ballard Hearing.

Milo. Me-. Oct. 2S.-Coroner Martins
inouest on the death of Martin STAN
ton has been adjourned to Nov. is, the
night before the adjourned municipal
court hearing at Dover. on the charge
of murder against Edward Ballard. IL
is the intention to hold the coroner's
inquest at night and the court hearing
in the day that the witnesses may be
disposed of as quickly as possible and
return to their work in the Piscata-
ulis woods.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
Special Bulletin.

New York, Oct 2S.-The local
weather bureau has received the fol-
lowing from Washington:
To Observer, New York. Advisory
warnings T. NJ Winds will continue
strong from northwest on middle At
lantic and south New England coast.
tonight. diminishing in force, Wednes-
day morning. GarriOtt.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
FAIR AND COOLER.

Washington, Oct. 2S.-Forecast fol-
land, fair and cooler, Wednesday
Thursday, fair, decreasing northwes
winds.
Special forecast: Storm warnings
are displayed on the New England
coast.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
STORMS AND HEAD WINDS
DELAYED Steamer Norseman on her
Voyage to Portland.

Portland, Me-, Oct 2S.-The steam
shin Norseman arrived. today, en-
countered continuous series Oh
storms and head winds with neaVy
seas since leaving Liverpool. Oct. 10.
7, was necessary to carry the pilot into
uo,v Head. 80 Miles from Liverpool
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
DAMAGE BY Storm At Belfast.

Belfast, Me-, Oct. es.-Today's neaVy
storm did considerable damage in TINS
section. Steamer Penobscot on arr
rival from Boston. tied up here Tor the
night A small schooner. name uh-
known. was dismasted in the bay.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29

A wooden chimney stack 16O feet
high is in operation at Mapimi. IN the
province Of Durango, Mexico. The IN
terror Is lined with corrugated iron,
and there are platforms at Intervals
to throw water on the wood II IL
catches fire. tee
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
J visi, a. Oaicer George H. {;

The visit Of Officer George II. Car
uentar OF Clinton. Mass. to Philadci-
CHA has fully established the fact
that the nan held there on suspicion
is not The man wanted at clinton Tor
The murder Of John Cavainaugh. ar
rtalian. .0.hc was Killed May &C. 1897.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29

The second reunion of the lsobins0ns
OF the United States was held at
Gloucester. Mass. the other day. The
association embraces all Of the de-
scendants of the original Robinsons
who immigrated to America in the
seventeenth century.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
cux crindIe Brought to Augusta.

Ellsworth. Me-. Oct. 2s.-Sheriii
Howard F. Whitcomb left. Tuesday
noon. for Augusta, to commit his prs
oner. Guy Grindle. Of Penopsco.' 70 .ae
Insane hospital. where his INSANITY
will be decided upon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29

Government receipts. Tuesday, were,
s-sS "m M internal revenue. S230.S9l: customs
, ,na miscellaneous. Sl2o, 500; expendi-
lures, sl,ee5,ooo.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
COLD WAVE

predicted for next winter. You may need
a little money before cold weather comes.
We will accommodate you without delay
and without publicity No loan too small
None too large
COLLATERAL LOAN CO..
:l9 Water ST., Opposite Cony House.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29

The Rev. Thomas B. Bird. pastor OF
Hone Congregational Church, St LOUIS ~.
both breaches and gives soioS "
congregation. playing on the coree''
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29
We Do the
State Work
Homer r. Dill,
STATE TAxlDERMIST.
~hict is proof our work is superior.

Curator, State Museum, Gardiner
Maine. Telephone, 36-1l.
sept25eod5moslstp
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-10-29

Send your game heads, animals and
birds. YOU want properly mounted to
The leader. [volume] (Brookhaven, Miss.) 1895-1905, 1902-07-02
BUSINESS CHANGES.

Mr.. +. V. Becker has severed his con-
nection with the Commercial Bank as
assistant cashier and Will be sue
ceeded by Mr.. L. H. Baggett. Mr..
Becker is one of the young rising
business men of the community, and
has risen from second assistant cashier
of the Commercial Bank to the position
which he has just resigned. He is a
home e-raised boy, being the Oldest son
of Mr.. F. F. Becker, and grandson of
the late John McGrath. He has
demonstrated his fitness and ability to
fill to the satisfaction of all concerned
the responsible positions which he has
held. Mr.. Becker will have sole
charge of the affairs of the Under
writer's Agency when Incorporated
which will be one of the largest in
surance agencies in the State. The
election of this young man to this re-
sI onsible position is another step up
ward in his business career, and while
it is fiattering compliment, demon
strates the confidence reposed in his
ability by the promoters of the enter
prise.
Mr.. Larkin Baggett, who succeeds
Mr.. Becker in the Commercial Bank,
has already stamped his personality
upon the business and moral side of
the community, having been for many
years the cashier of the old banking
house of Sherman & Davis. He man
aged for several years successfully the
affairs of the Canton Cotton Oil Co.,
and will be a material addition to the
already efficient force of the CONNER
cial Bank. Mr.. Baggett is also son
of Brookhaven of whom the city is
proud, and in his business career has
exploded the ancient adage that "a
prophet is not without honor save in
his own country.
1t is not necessary for the young men
of Brookhaven to seek fame and for
tune in other States. The same pluck,
energy, attention to duty and integrity
that would bring them success away
from home would cause the Goddess
to smile upon their efforts here.