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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15
INSTANTLY KILLED.
New York Boarding House Mistress
Murdered by Elderly Boarder.

New York, June 14-Mrs. Louisa Madi-
son, 50 years old, who conducted Il board
ing house at 243 North Fifth street, Brook
lyn, was shot through the heart, Satur-
day afternoon. and instantly killed, 10y
James Rogers, one of her boarderS. who
is 50 years old, and had boarded with her
for 16 years.
1t was said the motive for the tragedy
was Rogers jealousy of another man who
called occasionally to see Mrs. Madison.
and because. as alleged. Mrs. Madison had
refused to return to him money he said
Nancy years he was her boardcr.
Mrs. Madison was separated from her
husband many years ago and his where
ahouts arc unknown. At the time Rogers
became her boarder he was a retired
clothing cutter and had real estate valued
at $4,000. According to Rogers story to
the police after the murder. Mrs Madi-
son induced him to have all his property
converted into cash, and when he did this
she contrivCd to get all the money from
him.
In fear that Rogers might make an at
tempt on his life, Capt. DOOly placed Il
guard over the man.
'She got what she deserved" was the
cool comment Rogers made when arrest
ed. He had to be dragged to the police
station by the reserves to protect him
from mob which fought to lynch him
He told the police that Mrs. Madison or
dercd him to find a new boarding place
He says she picked up Il fork and at
tempted to stab him in the eye and that
he drew q revolver and shot her.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15
STARTLING Evidence.

Fresh testimony in great quantity is
constantly coming in, declaring Dr.
Kings New Discovery for Consump-
ton, Coughs and Colds to be unequaled.
A recent expression from T. ]. McFar-
land, Bentorvilie, Va, serves as en-
ample. He writes: Il had bronchitis
for three years and doctored all the
time without being benefited. Then 1
began taking DR.. Kings New Discov-
cry, and a few bottles wholly cured
me-" Equally effective in curing all
Lung and Throat troubles, Consump-
ton, Pneumonia and Grip. Guaran-
teed by Bowditch Webster Sc Co.
druggists. Trial bottles free, regular
sizes soc, and 31.00.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15
DENY HIS GUILT.
Friends of Capt. Truman Will Help
Him Fight Case.

New York, June 14.-It was disclosed,
Saturday, that the other correspondent in
the Watt divorce case, in which the Kew.
George r. Vandewater has been mention
ed. is Maj William H Truman, cap
tain in the Old Guard.
The majors friends Indignantly deny
the charge that he has been guilty of any
misconduct, and until a few days ago he
had announced that he expected that his
name would be eliminated from the an
swcr 1t appears. however, in that docu-
ment, and also in the interrogatorieS sub
mtted to the court for the consideration
of the jury when the case shall come to
trial.
Mai Truman is in charge of Il branch
of the claim department of the Metropoli-
tan Street Railroad and is also lawyer.
He has served in the state militia and at
Old Guard functions he has always been
q prominent figure.
1t is alleged that he has been on friend
ly terms with Mrs. Adele +. Watt. whose
husband, Archibald Watt, Il well-knOwn
yachtsman, is SUNG her for absoluate di-
vorce, in reply to her suit for separation.
Mrs. Watt and he, according to the papers
in the case, have frequently been seen
dining together at New York hotels. 1t is
the same house at which Mrs. Watt lives.
Among the members of st. Andrew $
Protestant Episcopal church, of which
the Rev. DIR. Vandewater is the rector.
there is every disposition to defend their
spiritual head. f. ]. Swords, one of the
vestrymen said, Saturday. that the as
scrtion of Commodore Watt would be
treated as q calumny.
William II. Sage, attorney for DR.. Van
dewater, who has persiStently denied that
the clergyman was mentioned as a core
spondent Saturday, made the reluctant
admission that he was mentioned in the
answer, and that he would interpoSe an
absolute denial of the charges.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15
DISCOVERED A FOUNDING.
Napoleon Laferier Finds Small Baby
Boy at His Door.

Napoleon Laferier, who lives on Ken
nehec street, and who is employed in
the Lockwood mills as a weaver, was
aroused from his sleep, early Saturday
morning, by knock on his door. He
did not respond, not being exactly sure
of the sound, and a second and louder
rap followed. He then went to the
door and found q small bundle in the
entry. This proved to be a boy about
three days old as near as could be esti-
mated The baby was fairly well
dressed and appeared healthy and all
right. A note was found stating that
the child had been left there by poor
unfortunate woman and begging that
he be taken in and cared for. But there
was nothing by which to identify, and
there is as yet no clue to the mother or
the woman who left the child.
Mr.. Laferier had the infant baptised
in accordance with the teachings of the
Catholic church and now has him in
his possession. He has not fully de-
cded as yet to adopt him, but will
probably do so. He is at loss to UNDER
stand why out of all the houses in the
neighborhood and in the city for that
matter his should be selected for such
q purpose. About eight years ago he
adopted a child, not having had any
of his own. He is highly esteemed by
his friends and fellow workmen and
enjoys a most excellent reputation
among all of his associates. These
f;icts may have influenced the mother
to leave her baby with him, thinking
that if he could be induced to receive
him the boy would have good home
and careful training.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15
MR.. PAYNE ALL RIGHT.
Civil Service Commission So States
More Reports to Come.

Washington, June 14.-The investiga-
| ton by the civil service commission
was made in response to letter dated
| May from the postmaster general to
i the commission.
Mr.. Proctor was in conference with
Postmaster General Payne for an hour,
| Saturday, regarding the report.
Later, in n verbal statement to news
paper men, Mr. Proctor said that in all
his experience with the post office de-
partment he had less trouble since Mr..
Paynes incumbency than at any other
time.
The postmaster general gave out the
following statement regarding the re-
port:
attention is called to the fact that
since my incumbency of the position of
postmaster general the civil service
commission report that there have been
but 10 persons transferred to the
Washington city postoffice by appoint
ment from smaller offices and that
these 10 were appointed to their respec-
| tive places six months or more prior
to their transfer, which is in compli-
| ance with the law, rules and regula-
| lions of the civil service, as they now
exist.
1T will be noted that the commission
report that every person occupying a
competitive classified place in the
| Washington post office is there by right
| Of certificate regularly issued by the
| civil service commission.
"Regarding unskilled laborers, which
have not been subject to classification.
| it is proper to say that there has been
much consideration of this question on
| the part of the civil service commission
and the department and many confer
ences have been had on this subject.
"On July 2, 1902, an agreement was
reached and regulations adopted Which
were agreed to by the civil service COM
| mission and the department, which will
| do away with all cause for complaints
as to irregularities in the appointment
of this class of employees.
1.-THE point raised by the report re-
garding the promotion OF certain en-
ployes in the office which have been
directed by the department occurred
| previous to Jan. l, 1902. No such direc-
| tons for promotion as are referred to
| have been authorized by me since 1
| have been postmaster general
| Mr.. Payne said he expected to make
public, Tuesday or Wednesday, alb
stracts of the reports of the post office
inspectors who recently investigated the
| Washington office a similar report
| made by the inspectors during Post
master General Smiths administration,
and the reply of Fourth Assistant Post
| master General Bristow to the Tulloch
| charges.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15
BACCALAUREATE SERMON
Before High School Graduating Class
by Rev. r. N. JosceIyn

The graduating class of 1908 of the
High school attended the morning ser
vice ut the Methodist Episcopal church,
Sunday morning. to listen to the bac-
calaureate sermon to be preached by
Rev X. N. Joscelyn, pastor of the
church. The class entered the church.
led by the class marshal-Miss Francis
Landers-and took seats reserved for
the members in the front of the house.
The service was n delightful one and
the sermon as delivered by Mr. JOS
celyn was n particularly earnest and
forceful one. Given in the speakers
happy style it could not but hold the
closest attention of both class and con-
gregation. Especially appropriate mu-
sic was furnished by the church quar-
tet and chorus. The following brief alb
stract is given:
In his beginning Mr.. Joscclyn made
the confession that the sermon about to
be given would probably be different
from any baccalaureate sermon heard
by the members of the graduating
class. The text, taken from the 10th
verse of the 9th chapter of Genesis
was as follows: And the bow shall
be In the cloud and 1 will look upon
1t. that may remember the everlost
ing covenant between God and every
living creature of all flesh that is ,,non
the earth. In the introduction the
speaker cited the great catastronhe
tnat came to the human race when God
eieanseo 'he earth by the flood and he
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15
SPLENDID PROGRESS
Made by Porto Rico-Gov. Hunt Will
Not Resign.


New York. June 14-Gov VIM. H. Hunt
of Porto Rico, arrived. tonight, on the
steamer Ponce. He said there was no
truth in the rumor that he would resign.
Speaking of Porto Rice Gov. Hunt said
There has been continued development
in the island during the closing fiscal
year. Business conditions have steadily
improved and commercial relations with
the Porto iRicans and the people of the
United States have become greatly ex-
tended.
american laws are effectively admins
tered and the people aspire to the rapid
adoption of American systems of govern
ment. The treasury will show a balance
Of. current revenues of 100000, net gain
OF 100000 over last year. besides having
81 100000 of trust funds In the treasury to
carry on public Improvements.
II am on my way to Washington to as
SiSt In the matter of q distribution of lands
to accrue to the island on July first or
after the President shall have made res
ervations for military, naval and other
national USES
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15
WATERVILLE.
kENNEsEc AT FREsHET PITCH.
Logs damned and Landed High and
Dry on Shores.

The Kennebec was mt freshet pitch,
Sunday to the establishment of all who
had not been watching it for the past
few hours It was about as high In
the morning as it has been at any
time this year, but it is expected to go
down just as rapidly as it rose. The
rise came all day Saturday and through
the night In the morning it was very
low but soon began to rise, gradually
at first and then very rapidly during
the afternoon and through the greater
part of the night.
A rise of six inches an hour was re-
ported at Fairfield, Saturday afternoon.
This was Il great surprise, even to
some old rivermen, as they thought the
ground would be able to take care of
the greater part of the water that fell.
But although the ground did absorb a
good portion, q good deal found its way
to the brooks and from them to the
river so that something of a freshet re-
suited.
The damage in the vicinity of the
city will not be very great. There
We're good sized jams at Fairfield on
the highway bridge and just above the
Hollingsworth & Whitney Co, that had
formed, Saturday afternoon and night.
Neither of these was very large, but
both showed some pretty nasty snarls.
The logs We're piled like 4 handful of
toothpicks carelessIy thrown down, and
extended from bank to bank. The ends
of many logs extending well into the
air could be seen and the whole was Il
very irregular miXup.
The water will doubtless go down
as rapidly as it rose and If it does the
jams will bind and will be more difficult
to break, but as there is usually good
water at both places unusually diff
cult jobs are not expected. But it look
ed, Sunday, as if the logs would be
scattered from one end of the river to
the other and left high and dry on the
banks by the falling water and this
will make a great deal of hard work
for the rear when it comes along.
1t was reported here that about
100000 had broken loose at SkoWhe-
gan, but if they did they did not reach
the boom here. The water held up
fairly through the day, Sunday, but
is expected to go down rapidly, Monday,
unless there is more rain to keep it up.
I'ut it cleared beautifully during the
forenoon, Sunday, so that the remain
der of the day was as fine as could
be asked for.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15
he Methodist church, Sunday morning:

the Methodist church. Sunday morning:
Organ Voluntary.
Choice
Responsive Reading. S,,nt and School
Prayer.
Infant Baptism
Singine-"Step by Step" Schoo!
observation-disclosures Day no,,,,.,,
Recitntion-"A Little pil srfo,' 80 .,,,,,,,..t
Glass Gxercise-HA Gentlemanly Boy, j.,
SinGing-"Praise Ye the Lord" school
Class Suffer the Little Chli-
Recitation-"A Smile" Martha Parlihulst
Recitation, John Shcrburne
lids Alice Poolcr
Song-"Each in Its Own Small way =,
Recitaton-'Ihey Came from Jerusalem. y
Harry Knight
Recitation-"The sunbeam's story,
Ruth hIttrcdGe
|Singing-'Over This Wonderful Land"
School
Glass Exercise-"The Blossom Band
'Childrens Day Prayer,
lSong-"Busy Workers"
Recitation-"A Secret Grace Coggin
kecitation-.s4nny Days" Minnie Horn
Glass Exercise" Rose Garland
Singing-"God Is Love School
Recitation--'Let Us Go Fishing
Louise Perry
Glass Exercise--''A Band of Days
Recitation-''A Tale of the Olden Times"
Olive Perkins
Singing" Soldiers of the Kingdom"
School
Collection.
Anthem. Choir
| HappIirtioD
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15
Baptist ChiIdren's Concert.

Childrens day was observed at the
Baptist church, Sunday, with appropriate
exercises. Tho concert held in the even
ing was largely attended and the following
program proved most Interesting:
Organ Voluntary, Mrs. Glidden, organist
Anthem, Choir
Mcssrs Alexander, Bates. Misses Coombs
and Marston.
Prayer, Pastor
Singinp-"Our Father In Heaven"
Welcome Address. Pauline Freeman
Responsive Reading.
SinGinG-"Our Sunday School"
Rcctntion Stella BoWden
Recitation, Albert TrcgcmbO
Singing" beautiful Day"
Recitation, Helen Nyc
RcCitation Maud Stickncy
Rcctati0n Edna Nichols
SinGinR-"America," Five Boys and Girls
Recitation, Evelyn Carter
Recitation, Harry RdCout
Shepherd"
Recitation, Ethel Parlin
Recitation. Frances Varncy
Singing Childrcn's Praise
Recitation, Charlie Howard
Class Exercise, Six Children
Iiccitation, Ned Freeman
Recitation, Sherman Dunn, Jr
Recitation, Arthur Tregcmbo
Members"
Scripture Reading
Recitation, Emma Dunn
Recitation, Harold Jordan
Cornet Solo. Mr.. Heath
Pastor
Offering.
of the Light"
I;cncdiCtiOn
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

The graduation exercises of Winthrop
took place at the Town hall, Thursday
evening. The program was rendered in
n manner that showed talent and care
full preparation. Much credit is due to
Miss Avery, the assistant teacher in
the High school, who has had the
training of the class, for the admirable
was in which the parts were presented.
The Schubert Quartet of Boston, was
thoroughly enjoyed. Never has Win
throp listened to male quartet music
rendered in a manner so thoroughly
artistic and pleasing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

covenant for that also, and l am gl;;u
that heaven is not far away. There Is
a covenant of God for every condition
of life.
Don't think that Gods covenant is
out of harmony with nature. There is
not "A discorded note in the sounds OF
nature-the babble of the brook, the
songs of the birds and the hum of the
bee In the colors of the rainbow this
fact is again true. God wants you to
be Il success. In the closing words Mr..
Joscelyn congratulated the city on its
schools, congratulated the teachers Ter
the degree of efficiency in training
shown, and congratulated the class on
being the graduating class.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

The reception given by the gradual
ing class of Winthrop High school, Fri
day evening, was well attended in spite
of the pouring rain. The hall present.
ed somewhat the same appearance as
on the previous evening of ordinations,
but was made more attractive by
draperies and ferns. The class re-
ceived in formal manner from to 9.
Then followed the alumni march. On
the floor for this march were about 20
couples. Refreshments consisting of
ice cream and fancy crackers were then
served by Caterer Hanneford.. After
the refreshments followed a citizens
march led by Joseph Smith. The re-
mainder Of the evening was given up to
music, marches and games. Pease's
orchestra furnished delightful music
throughout the evening. Altogether it
was Il most delightful evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15
STATE NEWS.
PENOBsCOT.
NEWPORT.

The graduation exercises of the TIieh
Tuesday evening. the Grammar school
graduation on Wednesday evening.
The members of the Methodist church
and society will give a reception to Rev.
NJ s. Hill on Thursday evening in the
vestry of their church.
Miss Bertha Stuart and Mrs. Lois BridE-
ham went to Boston, Saturday morning
Mrs. Jane Hartman of Bangor, is Wis
iting at S. A. HoWes.
Miss Bessie Ross returned from Bucks
port last Saturday, where she has been
attending the seminary.
Miss Helen Cooper is visiting friends in
Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15
Joseph G. Hit.

Joseph G. Hit of Pressure Isle, adj
mitted to the Home in January last,
died at the hospital, at a late hour,
Saturday evening. Mr. Hit was born
in China, Me-, in July, 1888. At the
breaking out of the Civil War he en-
listed at Lincolnville as a corporal, May
6, 1861. in F Co. of the 4th Me. Inf.
Vols, with which he served three
years. He was discharged at Rockland,
July 10, 1864, by reason of expiration of
service with the rank of sergeant.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

In spite of a drenching rain and heavy
schooner John II. BiemilIer of Bath. was
launched. Saturday afternoon, at Bath
The vessel was christcned with cham
payne by Miss Helen Crosby, daughter of
Alderman +. S. Crosby of Ward >, manag-
ing owner of the craft. In midstream.
lunch was served in the cabin and merry
house party enjoyed the launching in Il
ppul'n1r rain
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15
SUPERIOR COURT.
OLIVER G. HALL, Judge.
w. S. CHOATE. Clerk.
FRANK J. HAM. Sheriff.

OLIVER g. HALL, Judge.
w. S. CHOATE. Clerk.
FRANK J. HAM. Sheriff
FRED w. LEE. Stenographer.
Waterville, June 13.
No 321. Langlois VS.. Rancourt;
G. NJ. Chapman, f. w. Clair. In this
case, tried, yesterday, the jury brought
in a verdict for plaintiff for full amount
sued for, $50.05.
The cases assigned for today having
been settled, the jury was excused I'M
til Monday next at 10 o'clock A. M.
No. $50 Giddings VS.. Percival, G. w.
Heselton for plaintiff, e. M. Thompson
for defendant, an action of trover for
$50 cash, is assigned for next Monday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

Mrs. Fred Wiley went to Machias.
Friday. The remains of her late
IN other. DR.. Croker of Gardiner, are to
bc carried to that place for burial and
Mrs. Wiley went to attend the services.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

The Baccalaureate address before the
graduating class of the HalloWell High
school will be given by Rev. w. ID.
Plummer at 1870 A. NJ. Sunday. In
previous years these exercises have oc-
CURED in the evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

DR.. A. L. Bessey is reported as be-
ing seriously i'll. His health has been
poor for some time and he has just re-
turned from an extended trip South,
which was taken in the hopes that the
change of scene and climate with the
rest from professional duties would
benefit him.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

The lodge of the Degree of Honor of this
city has accepted an invitation to Halo
well, Tuesday evening, to attend the
meeting of the lodge in that city. The
lodges from Lewiston and Augusta Will
also attend the meeting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

Mrs. Carrie T. Rand, missionary for
some years among the Micronesan is
lands, gave Il very interesting address
before a large congregation at the Old
South Congregational church, Sunday
evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

Dwight l.. Higgins came down from
Boston, Saturday night and will pass Il
two weeks vacation with his parents. Mr..
and Mrs. c. j. Higgins, at their Cobbos-
Scccontcc cottage.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15
Mrs. Iettie MASON Ouine.

Chicago, June 14.-Mrs. Lettie Mason
Quine. president of the Woman's Foreign
Missionary Society of the Methodist
church. died at her home here, today
Mrs. Quine was widely known in religious
circles throughout the country and was
one of the most influential women in
MethOdiSm.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

Letters have been received at the
adjutant's office, from the son of
Thomas Ende of Home Co. E, late list
N Y. Vol. Inf, stating that his death
occurred at North Roslyn, N. Y,
Anril l.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

President White of Colby yhas been
engaged to deliver an address at the
graduating exercises of the Gorham
Normal school, Friday evening, on
Education as a By-Product of Chris
tianity."
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

Harry Beele and MrMs. William
Knights came in from Neww York on
the o'clock express. Mrs. knights is
returning from n two weeks visit in
New Haven and New York, and Harry
BeedIe came home for short vacation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

Terence Donnelly of the Goth Mass,
Co. B, reported for readmission, Satur-
day night, and has been assigned to
quarters with the boys of Captain
Smiths command.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

Capt W. A. Purncll of this city, quar-
termaster OF the 2nd Regiment, n. G.. 8.
M, went to Portland, Sunday, to attend
to business matters in connection with
the coming military movements during
muster.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

The mills of the South Gardiner
Lumber Co. will begin operations, to-
day. Some of the men have been in
town for several waiting for the arrival
of logs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

Harry Kinds has moved his family to
one of the Walker houses on Highland
avenue from the Bernard Esmond house
on Brunswick street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-06-15

The change of time on the Maine Central
went into effect, Sunday, and as few
of the trains now leave at an earlier hour
it will be well to bear tho fact in mind.