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Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
ATTEMPT TO MURDER.
Suspicious As to Injuries to Ex.AIder'
man Caldwell of Nashua.

Nashua. n. H.. Feb. 4.-Investigations
into the conditions surrounding the re-
cent serious injuries received by ex-
Alderman Geo. S. Caldwell of this city,
have given rise to a belief in police cir
cles that he was the victim of de-
liberate attempt at murder. On Thurs
day last Mr.. Caldwell who Is 60 years
old, was removed to the hospital here.
suffering from an ugly scalp wound. a
broken collar bone and other minor in
juries.
No definite statement at that time
could be secured as to the cause of in
jury but the police were suspicious
from the first as to the real cause of his
wounds started an inquiry with the re-
suit that they are now actively engaged
i'm trying to locate n person whom they
allege visited Caldwell's home and as
saulted him on Thursday last.
Mr.. Caldwell resides on the outskirts
of this city and has lived alone for
some time. He is known to have con-
siderable money and this fact led the
police to suspect foul play.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
Sta nding Room Only.

From present indications it may
fairly be expected that standing room
only will be available at the Library
Association lectures. THE War of
the TagaIs or Our Campaign in the
Philippines is proving most pop
ular subject. Tickets are selling fast.
The fact that the lecturer, Mr.. Peter
MacQueen, is himself veteran of dis
tinction in the campaign. and is going
to illustrate the lectures, adds very
much to the interest of this already
interesting subject. Mr.. Barker S
charming impersonations will no doubt
prove as Fascinating to the public of
Gardiner and vicinity as in many other
towns and cities. 1t cannot be denied.
however. that the privilege of listen
ing to Mr.. Jacob RiiS has gone long
way to secure the success of the pres
eRt lecture course.
1t is cOntidentially expected that the
association will be able to present Mr.
Riis in his truly marvellous lecture,
THE Battle With the Slums,' accom-
panied by upwards of a hundred Illus
trations, taken by Mr.. Riis himself dur
ing his struggle in the reclaiming of
New York's submerged masses. Mr..
Riis is, today. the first among Ameri-
cans competent to tell us How the
other Half lives
Course tickets. 81. Single tickets for
Mr. MacQueens lecture. 80 cents On
sale at Blanchard's, and Beane's in
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
The -Hiqh Water Mark.

There has OF course been more or
less dispute since the big freshet in
regard to the high water marks. Some
have claimed that the last freshet was
not the highest water known on the
kennebec while others claim that it
was and these latter seem to be in
the majority.
The Lockwood Co. has fixed il. how
ever, so that there can be no dispute
as TO the height reached by the water
IN the vicinity of the mills during the
last freshet. A copper bolt has re-
Gently been fixed in the stone under
pinning of the No. mill where 1t can
bc seen from Water street. indicating
the point reached by the water. Dec
l6. 1901. The bolt is marked: High
Water Mark, Dec. 16, 1901 and above
the bolt is a neat sign in black and gold
reading as follows: High Water
Mark. Water Rose % and 6" from
Saturday Night, Dec. 14th. 1901. to
Monday Noon, Dec. 10Th, 1901"
The bolt and sign will effectually
mark high water for many years to
come and Will be authentic. In after
years it will very valuable and the
management of the company is to be
commended in thus permanently fixing
the height of the record breaking
freshet.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
Rafter.la>4rence.

\ very pretty wedding was held at
ST. Joseph's church. Tuesday afternoon
at 3 o'clock. when james w. Rafter OF
Randolph and Miss Blanche Lawrence
of this city We're united in marriage,
Rev. Father Reardon performing the
ceremony. There were but the i'm
mediate relatives and a few friends
present at the ceremony. DR.. +. A.
Rafter acted as best man and Mrs.
Madeline Lawrence as bridesmaid.
They left on the afternoon train for
New York. where they will pass a few
weeks. The wedding was Il great sur
prise to the many friends of both the
contracting parties. Both are well
known in this vicinity, they being
among the most popular young people
and leaders in society Mr. Rafter is
one of the heading members of the
firm of The Nannah Hardware Co. Mr.
and Mrs. Raf'ter have not yet decided
where they will make their home. The
best wishes of q large circle of friends
goes with them.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
SKOWHEGAN.
THE THERlAULT CASE,
Counsel Still Working for New Trial
for Their Client.

Theriauit's counsel have not yet given
up the struggle for the vindication Of
their client. and the examination which
was commenced by Prof. o. w. knight
Of the University of Maine. before the
December term. will be continued, Satur-
day. The exhibits will be carried to Oso-
no by Clerk Of Courts Seekins, to allow
a thorough microscopic investigation. The
outcome of this examination is looked
for with much interest. as the expert evi-
dence of DIR. Whittier for the State was
undoubtedly the main factor in the con-
viction of the respondent. IT, Prof.
knights Investigations substantially cor
roborate DIR. whittier's theories in regard
to the firing of the shells. it is understood
the appeal will not be prosecuted, but II
they support the position of the counsel
for defence. the case will be carried to
the law court under the motion for a new
trial
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
HalIoweli Board of Trade.

The annual meeting of the Hallowell
Board of Trade was held at the alder
mems room in City hall. Monday even
ing. Several matters in the manufac-
turing line We're brought up and re-
ferred to committees. In the election
of officers Gen. c. w. Tilden was
unanimously reelected president, but
he declined and Joseph F. Bodwell was
elected president ]. w. Church, first
vice president; ]. Z. Lunt. second vice
president; +. f. Beane, third vice presi-
dent: w. II. Perry, secretary; G. A.
Stafford, treasurer: directors, III. p.
Clearwater. l.. D. Merchant, F. S. VIM
gate. C. f. Dinsmore. d. c. Skillin,
F. B. Wood, r. NJ. Johnson, ]. w. Full
Ter, c. X. Tilden. The need of work
for the increase of industries is seen
and appreciated by the board and they
ope for the cooperation of the business
men and others interested in the well
fare of our city.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
PLOT TO AssAsslNATE
Empress Dowager and Member Of
Court Discovered at Pekin.

Victoria. r. g., Feb "details of the
extensive conspiracy to assassinate the
Empress Dowager of China and MEM
bers of her court and ferment wide
spread rebellion which was to involve
the whole Chinese empire We're received
by the steamer Glensk.
Discovery of the plot was made while
the court was at. Eai-Feng, when an
unsuccessful attempt was made to de-
stroy the palace and inmates by fire.
Some of the incendiaries were arrested
by the Honan provincials and torture
was at one applied with a view of OBJ
tanning confession. One of the con-
spirators. aged Is years only, at last
broke down and confessed that at
tempts were to be made to wreck the
imperial train and fire on the Empress
Dowager from the side of the line.
A search of the captured men result
ed in the discovery of correspondence
and detailed reports on the strength of
the garrisons of all the cities of im-
portance in China and all particulars
relating TO their strength and defence.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
MiD.WINTER MEETING
OF the Women's Phitanthropic Onio
Was Great Success.

The Mid-Winter reception of the
Women's Philanthropic Union was held
at Grand Army hall, Tuesday after
noon, and was one of the most pleasant
occasions of the winter. The Union
is composed of the organizations of Ia
dies in this city and Randolph. it TAX
ing in the Ladies' Aids. Literary So
cieties. charitable organizations and
others. One of the features of the af-
ternoon. and which was new. was s.
minute reports of the presidents of the
various organizations. which Were very
interesting. Following these. the presi-
dent, Mrs Laura Richards, read a pa
per Entitled ''Women's Opportunities
in the Civil Service This is the pa
per that was read at Buffalo at the
Pam American Exposition, Thursday,
Aug 20. by Miss Leonora OReilly. head
worker at Asacog House. 1t was very
interesting. This she followed with a
paper of her own, Home Reading for
Children"
The gathering was the largest since
the Union was formed. There were two
tables tastily decorated, one supplied
by the ladies of the Episcopal church
and one by the ladies of the First Bap-
tist church. from which refreshments
of tea. coffee and cake We're served.
Mrs. Linwood steward, and Miss Eve
lyn Gilmore presiding at the table Of
the Episcopal church and Mrs. A. W.
McCausland, Mrs. Gustavus Moore.
Mrs. Abbie Douglass and Mrs Charles
Morse. that of the Baptist church.
The latter part of the afternoon was
devoted to sociability and all became
better acquainted. The decorations of
the hall, which We're very pretty, were
arranged by the members of the
Daughters of the American Revolution.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

There was very pleasant party at
Jewett's hall, Randolph, Tuesday even
ing. when private dancing party was
held. For the occasion, the room had
been thoroughly cleaned and was hard
~ recognizable in it's decorations of
red, white and blue bunting. The older
dancers of the town assembled to enjoy
the dancing. There were many there
who had not enjoyed the fun for many
years, but they were soon at it with all
their old time energy. Refreshments
were served. So successful and enjoy
able was the occasion that the Old
Folks dancing party will probably be
continued through the winter
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Capt. ]. 7. Jenner accompanied the
remains of the late John z. Caswell,
who died at the hospital. Monday even
ing. to Mr.. Carswelrs former home in
YarmOuthrille. Lieut.. Carswell was
born in Niagara Falls. n. Y, in 1910,
but came to Maine in boyhood. He en-
listed at Portland, Me-, in September,
1862, as a second lieutenant in / Co,
18th Me. Vols, and was discharged at
Washington, d. c.. in the following
January for disability. He was for
very many years station agent for the
Grand Trunk railroad at Yarmouth
Junction a valued and trusted employe.
Resigning his duties on account of i'll
health. he was admitted to the Home
in May. 1896. The deceased is survived
by a widow. residing at Yarmouthville.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
Mrs. Mary L. Springer.

After an illness of several months,
though the serious part was of only a
few days duration, Mrs. Mary l..
Springer died at the home of Mrs.
Payne, Brunswick avenue, Tuesday af-
tcrnoon. The result of death was from
a complication of diseases. Mrs.
Springer was 79 years of age and Il
resident of Litchefild Corner. She is
survived by one brother. Rev. DR.. Smith
Baker of Portland. and on sister. Mrs.
S. $. Earl of Litchfield Corner. Prayers,
which will be private. will be held at
the home of Mrs Payne. Friday morn
ing. the services being held at Litch-
field at / O'Clock. Friday afternoon
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Curtis of Bowdoinham, has decided
to enter Coburn and will be one Of her
pitchers on the diamond the coming
season. He is unusually strong for a
fitting school team and it is understood
that Manager Doe of the Dover base
ball team would have liked very much
TO have signed him for the season for
lIis team. Coburn is delighted over her
good fortune in being chosen by Curtis
and he will certainly be given an op-
portunity to show his mettle before
the season is over
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
American Polo League Standing.

John Murray. the coroner's clerk
VINO had accused District Attorney
jerome of ASSAULT. withdrew the charge,
tuesday. The charge grew out Of
dispute at hearing in connection with
the Park avenue dynamite explosion.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

The Humane Society met in the
library, Monday evening, and held its
annual business meeting and election
of officers. The work of the past year
has been very satisfactory and the re-
ports submitted were Immediately act
ed upon. The agent, Mr.. Varney, has
been very faithful in his duties of the
past year and receives the thanks of
the public as well as of the society. The
officers elected for this year Were:
Pres. Chas. L. Spaulding; treas. W. H.
Perry: Sec, Miss Lizzie McClench:
agent. Joseph Varney.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
SOUTH GARDINER.

a lecture on Roosevelt and the
Rough Riders will be given, Thursday y
night at G. 4. Il. hall by Peter Nc
Queen. The lecture is to be given un-
der the auspices of the Young Mems
Club. Mr.. Mcqueen was press reporter
during the war with Spain and per-
sonal friend of Pres. Roosevelt. While
at the front he secured many photo
graphs of the country and scenes of
which he will speak and is therefore
able to illustrate his lecture with 125
fine steroscopic views. Tickets for re-
served seats on sale at Jones' drug
store.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

All the ice houses along the river are
now in full blast and nothing will stop
the work of harvesting except soft
weather until the houses are full. The
ice is of from IL to Is inches in thick
ness. Engaged in the work are some
1900 men and 800 horses. The pay of
the men runs from $1.50 to 50 per day
and the horses. $1.25. The greater part
of this finds it's way to the merchants
who are in every way glad to see the
ice harvesting.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

The report which has been sent out
that invitations will be issued for the
Mother Goose" party at the Coliseum
Monday evening next, is erroneous. Nc
invitations will be issued and all who
are interested in the Gardiner Board OF
Trade are invited to buy tickets, which
are now in the hands of the ticket COM
mittee. There is already an assurance
of large crowd. so that it will be nc
mistake to secure a ticket early.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

The union services which were held
in the Baptist church in this city, q
few weeks ago, will be continued this
week. Wednesday, in the vestry of the
Baptist church. The afternoon services
will be from 3 to 4, while the evening
services will be at 7.30 o'clock The
meetings have been very interesting
and it is hoped good number will be
present, this afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
Werkinu Overtime.

Eight hour laws are ignored by those
tireless little workers Or. Kings New
Life Pills. Millions are always at
work, night and day. curing Indiges-
ton. Biliousness. Constipation. Sick
Headache and all Stomach, Liver and
Bowel troubles. Easy. pleasant safe.
sure. Only 25c. at Bnwditch & Web
Ster's drug store
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

The water in Cobbossee stream is
again under control. After the last few
rams, the water rose rapidly in all the
ponds and streams and at Cobbossee-
contee, 1t was running over the dam.
This made it impossible to hold it back
at the upper dam in this city, until the
last few days. There is now being dis
charged $50 cubic feet per second which
is more than enough to run all the
wheels along the stream.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

1t is with regret that the many friends
Of Cox the shoe man" see him depart
for his future home in Portland, where
he will enter into the shoe business
with which he is so familiar Mr.. Cox
is one of those genial gentleman that
viii make friends in any city The
Journal wishes him the best of success
in his new field.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Today is the last for those who wish
10 take the civil service examination,
to pass in their applications. Any par
ticClars that may be wished will be
given at the post office, where the
blank applicable may be obtained.
1t is expected that a large number will
take the examinations.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Mrs. Clara Turner. who has been
passing few days with her mother,
Mrs. Dingley, Washington avenue. re-
turned, Tuesday, 10 Clinton, Mass.
where she is taking course of study
for trained nurses.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Very interesting letter has been
received from Rev. Austin Park of Red
lands, Cal, to be read at the dedicatory
services at the Congregational church.
Thursday evening. Mr.. Park for more
than 20 years was pastor Of the church
and has ever been most kindly remem-
bered by the older members of the
u1riSh
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
GrQy?

Perhaps you like the idea
of looking Is or 80 years
older than you are /! If not,
use Ayers Hair Vigor. 1t
completely restores the color
to gray hair, all the dark, rich
color it used to have. No
use in looking old before
your time.
81 am over sixty years Of age and
my hair is very handsome. People tell
me | don't look nearly that old, because
know l use Ayers Hair Vigor."
Mrs. H. F. Borgeol, Phenix, NY.
81. All druggists. &c. AVER co.. Lowell. Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

S. w. Talbot, the local ice man. be-
gan harvesting his ice for the local
trade. Yesterday. The ice is Is inches
in thickness and clear as crystal This
is the second freeze. he being obliged to
run the first crop onto the dump to get
a clear field. He is filling the house of
the kennebec Steamboat COY first,
teams hauling the ice from the field to
the house.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

The juniors are planning to have a
prize speaking contest the first of May.
The class has some fine material ana
some good speaking will be heard. Al
ready they are begging 10 work The
prizes offered will be two S. gold pieces
one for the first girl, and one for iirst
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

The Hallowell Epworth League will
have n sociable at the parsonage with
Mrs. canham. Thursday evening. All
Epworthians and their friends are cor
daily invited
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

The committee on costumes for the
Mother Goose Party has made ar
rangernents with n costumer at Boston
for costumes, and all desiring to hire
them, please leave word with f. w.
Drake
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Miss Mamie Burns gave very
pleasant sociable last Monday evening.
Many of her friends were present and
the evening was passed very pleasant
ly. A number Of enjoyable games were
played and light refreshments were
cerypd
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

There will be no masquerade dance
at Grands Army hall. Thursday even
ing, as was at first decided. owing to
it being impossible to complete the ar
rargements.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

with his wife and little daughter VINO
w'ill arrive today, will board at the
hctel. Mr.. Burbank lived in Maine IN
ms young years and has brother, Dr.
burbank, now living in Mt. Vernon, Me.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

The snow roller has placed the streets
in a very good condition. 1t was taken
around right after the storm and
crushed the snow down before it froze,
giving a fine hard bottom.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

The remains of the late Albert F.
Palmer, who died. Monday morning. at
the home of Mr.. and Mrs. Oscar Nc
Causland, were taken to his former
home at Montville Tuesday
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

A. B. Silvernail, who has been the
guest of c. w. StowelI. principal OF the
High school, for the past few days mas
returned TO his studies at the uniVer-
sity Of Maine
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

! Fred A. Burbank who has purchased
the Hub shoe store. will make Gardiner
his future home. having engaged a
house which he will occupy as soon as
his furniture arrives. Meanwhile he,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Mrs. Tasker B. Howe of Skowhegan
is the guest of friends and relatives
in this city
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Rev. L. w. Webber was passenger
on the morning train for Richmond
to preach the funeral services of tht
late Mrs. Mary Marble.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Chadwick Burnhanl, who has former
ly resided on Loudon Hill, has moved
to the Currier block, corner of Acad-
en1y and Second streets.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

NJ. L. Sheehan went to Portland
Tuesday. for short visit. While there
he proposes 10 witness the knights of
Columbus convention.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Miss PAMELA Grover left Tuesday
morning. for an extended visit to her
sister, Mrs. George Hall Of Newton
Vile, Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Mary a. Carter of this city, will visit
friends in Portland for a few weeks.
She was passenger on the Tuesday
|afternoon train for that place.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

The Ladies Sewing Circle of the Uni
versaIist Society met with Mrs f.. w
Webber at her home on Middle street
Sunday afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Gardiner: at sBurke's pharmacy, Ran
dolph, and at Ouimbys Art store and
Means pharmacy, Augusta. Lectures
begin al O'Clock.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Mr.. and Miss Anderson of Portland,
spent the day in camp. Tuesday, with
Quartermaster Anderson. looking over
their new home.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
HALLOWELL.

Miss Margaret Lowell is the guest
of her sister.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Miss Mabel Seavey. who went with
her family to Florida. last fall will not
return with them in the spring as she
seems to like the climate very much.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Mrs. Parmetia Groves of this city,
has gone to Boston, where she will visit
friends for a week or more.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Mr.. and Mrs. j. :. Carleton of Win
throp, are the guests of friends in this
city. They will soon leave for Bangor.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Miss Lillian Hoxie of Fairfield, will
make Mrs. William Getchell a few
weeks visit at her home on Spring
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Mrs. Margaret Hinkle and daughter,
Miss Gussie, left, Tuesday. for Boston.
The daughter is to enter n school for
blind children at South Boston
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Mrs. s. NJ. Heath returned. Tuesday
from Fairfield. where she has been
passing a week with friends.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Mrs. 3. Clement of this city, went to
Somer'vilie. Tuesday, for a short visit
with friends.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
-. n signature " boz Of The genuine
n WH Laxative BrOmO. Ounine Tablets.
~ ~ /6/1VIeS0S.he he cures q

The board went into executive session
and voted TO lay the matter on the at
bic for one week. Adjourned to Feb. II.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Mrs. S. S Davis went to Sharon
Mass. Tuesday. where she, will visi,
her daughter. Miss Evelyn Davis.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

master at the depot. is confined to his
home on Highland avenue by illness.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

is authority for the statement that
Sunday was the first Candlemas day
in Is years which was stormy
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Mr.. and Mrs. Raymond Gray are re-
ceivir.g congratulations on the birth Of
a daughter Feb. ,.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
AMERICAN POLO GAMES.

AT Salem-Salem. i; Lawrence. ].
At Lewiston--Lewiston, =: Clinton. 1.
At Worcester-Worcester, g; Portland. Z.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Samuel and Wilfred Bridges, who
have been visiting their uncle for the
past week, have returned home.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
NATIONAL HOME.

John II. Gale returned, Tuesday, from
q 60 days furlough to Brooklyn.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Frank Ridley went to Wateryille,
Tuesday, for a stay of 4 fe wdays with
friends.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05
Daily ksnnebec journal
GARDINER.
journals Telephone CaIl-37-5.

Service and Bible class study in the
lecture room, Christ church. at 7.30
7. NJ.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

W. ). Cox. who has sold out his shoe
store, returned. Tuesday, to Durham.
where he viii now reside.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Mr.. and Mrs. a. Il. Hayes returned.
Tuesday evening. from q visit to New
York and Baltimore.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Horace Peacock is confined TO his
. hont, owing TO a bad fall, resulting in
the injury to his right knee.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Frank Berry returned TO Portland
Tuesday. after a short business trip to
this city.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

Charlie Mckinnon of Waterville. re-
turned home. Tuesday. after passing a
| few days with Hailowell friends.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1902-02-05

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DAYS North window