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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

The pigeons who frequent WatA.
street have not yet become accustomed
to the new fire whistle, and evidently
its tone is Il source of terror to them.
When the alarm is tested daily. at
1850 p. NJ. the whistle sounds two
blasts, and it is amusing to see the
pigeons along the street hurry away to
place of safety when the first blast is
sounded. Large fiocks of pigeons
gather daily around PARROTS grain
store, hundreds of them finding warm
resting places on the sunny side'of the
roofs in that vicinity, and the whistle
never fails to send the whole Iiock mtt
the air, where the whole flock circles
round ana round. in an endeaVor tt
find out what was the cause OF thei'
fright.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

About o'clock Thursday night,
Marguerite Romeo was surprised to find
herself Unexpectedly surrounded by %
or more of her playmates. at her home
at 131 Water street. This was Mar
guerite's 18th birthday anniversary and
her young friends. determined on MAN
ing it Il happy one, gave her Sur
prise party" She received many pres
ents and after ice cream and cake had
been served, the children returned to
their several homes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

The Go to Bed Early Club met, last
evening. with Miss; Ella Snowdeal, at
her home, % State street. Whist was
the game. four tables being filled, and
everyone had q good time. The club is
composed of IS Augusta young people.
who have been meeting every two
weeks during the winter, and as one of
the members said. yesterday. they have
had barrels Of fun.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

f. l.. Webber is ever on the watch To
keep his stock well replenished and up
to-date and Il call at his store today
will quickly satisfy the most fastidious.
His display is Well worth a visit to the
store for it comprises not only the ne
cessties for the Sunday dinner, but all
of the other good things which make
the home table so attractive. \ care
ful pcrusal of his "ad'' in this issue
will help one to select from a choice
line OF edibes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

At the annual parish meeting of st.
Marks Episcopal church, the follow
ing board of officers was elected for
the ensuing year: Senior warden, Hon
S. w. Lane; junior warden, DR.. Wm
McDavid; vestrymen. DR.. w. Scott
Hill. DR.. J. ". North. Hon. w. II. Will
liams. T.. J. c. Little, John +. Arnold
parish clerk, DR.. VIM. McDavid; treas
urer, John f.. Arnold.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

The funeral of the late Mrs. May L.
Pierce will be held at the residence OF
Josiah Ellis. IA Bangor street. at ,
o'clock Sunday afternoon, the services
being conducted by Rev. c. A. Hay
den. The interment will be made at
Mount Pleasant cemetery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

y Warren p. Doughty. who was recent
" operated upon for appendicitis at
the Maine General Hospital, Portland,
has been discharged from the hospital
and has resumed his work for the I'm
derwood Typewriter company.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

Speaking of the recent smallpox cpl
demic at Camden. DIR. A. G.. Young
SAID, yesterday. that it was handled
in most satisfactory manner, and
that those in charge of the cases We're
deserving OF great deal of praise.
There were l, cases in ALL some OF
them being very severe. but no deaths
resulted from them. and the disease.
was stamped out in remarkably
short time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

Rev. Edward G. Spencer Of Lynn,
Mass will supply the Unitarian pull
pit again, tomorrow, and a full atten-
dance of the members of the society il
hoped for.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

City Marshall Breen posted notices,
yesterday morning, for the drawing of
two traverse jurors for the January
term of the Superior Court, which con-
Venes the second Tuesday of the
month. The drawing will take place
Wednesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

DR.. +. G. kinsman has just had in
stalled at his residence, a handsome
combination billiard and pool table,
from the Goodman. Leavitt & Yatter
Co., of New York.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

Miss Louise S. Bradbury of Portland,
formerly of this city, has resigned her
position as stenographer for A. L.
one of Portland's leading
attorneys, and accepted a position with
the Portland National Bank of that
rify
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

The New Hampshire papers are
mentioning A. Chester Clark, formerly
of the Journals local staff, as a candi-
date for the board of forestry commits
sioners of that city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

In order to make room for their inn
mense Christmas stock. Buckley &
Goodrich advertise their entire line of
ladies suits, capes and millinery at
greatly reduced prices.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

A special meeting Of the Murray club
of the Universalist church will meet at
80 this evening, with Mrs. Guy @.
Vickery Western Ave. \ full atten-
dance is desired.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

There are times when one cannot but
be. amazed at llAae great sacrifice mer-
chants are obligssd to undergo in order
to make room for holiday goods, and
this IS one of the times, for Russell &
Weston have a large lot of white
mcrcerized neeced shirt waists with
large real pearl buttons, Which have
been selling for $3.50 and $50 but will
go now for 9Sc. They also have some
of those comfortable elder down dress
ing sacks in all sizes that We're selling
st $1.o0 and $ls25 but have now hccn
marked to 49c. Both of these garments
are Of new styles and what lady would
ask for a better Xmas present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

When thinking of making a real
present of worth and beauty, look
through F.. i. Marsons wonderful line
OF sleighs, fur robes, etc.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

kennebec smelts are in the market,
fat ard luscious. They are quite a
different article from those which came
from st. John.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12
Local and Business Tips.

Any person buying pint or a quart
Of oysters at KnoVlton 's@new fish ma: :
let will receive a package of Kennedy
oysterettes free .of charge.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

One Of the hanpiest men in the city
this week. is Rudolph Dostie, who is th(
father of Il good. healthy baby boy
weighing S pounds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12
Daily kenneber Journal
LOCAL MATTERS.
The joyful Time.

The cabin fires are blazin'
An twinklin' Ger the ground.
An its fun We'll soon be raisin'
AS We swing our partners round.
The world in joy is rollin'
From Winter time to May:
Thcre's light to sun your soul in,
An were happy on the way.
f. /. S.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

., AUGUSTA LODGE. NO. al: f. &
"A. 4 NJ. spe t;.a r, communication ~ j n
~ O'clock. Work in f. G. degree. All
soicurnlng brethren are afraternaily i'll
yited to attend.
B. FRISEBORN SMITH: w. NJ.
CLAUDE; W. TOWNSEND, Sec.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-12

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The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13

High water to-day, 1:1S p. m.
 A most interesting special musical service was given by the choir of the First Methodist Episcopal church. cor ner of Elm and College streets, last evening.
 Max Ripps newly dressed show win dow in his fancy good store at 29 Con- gress avenue caught fire from a gas jet Saturday night at 8 o'clock and several hundred dollars worth of patterns, silk ribbons and other articles of finery were ruined
 2 Detective Frey helped by Westville officers. Whildey and Ahern, has found sufficient proof upon which to arrest several young fellows, who, it is al legged, are responsible for the destruc- tion of the tool house on West Rock, and also the blowing up of several large trees on the park property The John $. Osborn Co, the general contractors for the new St. Lawrence church in West Haven, have given the painting contract to w. F. Wheeler. The plumbing, heating and electrical work are not let as yet. Joseph A. Jackson of New York is the architect. The walls are ready for the roof tim bers.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
sAvIN ROCK NOTES.

This week at Savin Rock theater an entire change of programme will take place; matinee every afternoon. Among some Of the artists the following are well known: The Meekin Baker trio, Yackley and Bunnell, Letto and Dello, Harry A. Brown. Waller and Magill, and the livingstone girls. Y
 In the concert park Atwater's orches- tra will give concerts afternoon and ev- ening; the electric fountain will be in operation. in the grove the various amusements are doing big business, including the Old Mill pleasure wheel, merry -round and the wonderland.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
Malley Day,
 July Y.

It is going to be the best excursion we have had.
 We have, the best boat of Starin's s fleet;roomy and very fast, perfect in its appoint ments and conveniences. The Second Regiment band goes too, to make the music No intoxicants allowed on board. of course, but there will be everything else to eat and drink, at common sense prices.
 The New York Yacht Club with the cup defender Reliance and the Constitu- |tion and the beautiful old Columbia, fifty or sixty yachts in all, begins its cruise that day. We shall probab ply meet them on the way.
 We go to Glen Island,you know.
 Tickets, 60c;; children un- der 12, 35c.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
Harnrnocks.

These are low prices. but you can trust the goods.
 Strong woven hammocks, with spreader and bar. soc.
 Large size woven hammocks with pillow and valence. spreader and bar. 85c. This is a hammock that usually sells for $1.25.
 Jacquard designs in close-woven hammocks. full size. with wide valence, spreader and bar, a SAYS hammock for $2.
 Others up to $4. All special values.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
COUNTY HEATH oFF1cRRs.

George E. HlH of Bridgeport Enter .@ tained Saturday.
 The county health officers of Connec- ticut were the guests of County Health Officer George E. Hill at the Seaside Outing club in Bridgeport Saturday. every county being represented as fol- lows: Daniel A. Markham of Hartford, c. E. Hoadley of New Haven, Edwin ". Higgings of Norwich, George F. Hinman of Willimantic, Frank w. Eth eridge of Thomaston, Wesley U. Pearne of MiddletoWn, and Edward NJ. Yeo- mans of Andover. sk Y
 An elaborate dinner was served at noon, being preceded by business ses- sion, during which laws relating to the public health were discussed.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
FELL FROM CAR.

Aged Woman Failed to Recognize
 Warning-A Bad Fall. s
 An aged woman failed to wait until the trolley car stopped at the corner nf Church and Chapel streets about 5:30 yesterday afternoon and the result was that she sustained a severe fall. She deliberately stepped off the car while it was rounding the corner. policeman and one of the starters helped her to her feet and to one side of the street. It was found Shat her injuries were slight, consisting of scratched hand and chin. She gave her name of Mrs. Helen Robbins of State street
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
PEeUoT CONCERT.

Well Known Talent at the Club House
 -.. Wednesday. ". M
 On next Wednesday evening at the Pequot club house at Morris Cove there will be a concert. .-s. i We'll known talent has been secured including Mrs. Nellie Cary Reynolds, Edward Hendee, Lawrence Sullivan and MT Woodstock. This should prove one of the most delightful events of the season.
 The committee havnig in charge the arrangements consists of Mrs. John Champion, Mrs. Edward Hansell of Hartford and Mrs. Dutton of New York city.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
C<OttOrlS.
$500 MORE NEEDED.

The Ninth regiment monument com mittee needs $500 for the great celebra- ton planned, and it is hoped that this sum will be raised by popular subscrip- tion within short time. Subscriptions of any amount can be sent to James F. Brennan, postofIice box 5s9, and wilRbe acknowledged by him.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
MAY HAVE ICE FAMINE.

Demand is Tremendous--W What a Local
 Dealer Says.
 There is a serious situation before the icemen of this city. If this hot weather continues there is "a question as to the ability of all the local companies to meet the demands of their customers. Since the beginning of the hot spell the companies have had all they could do to keep the supply up to the demand.
 A prominent ice dealer says that if this heat continues from eight to ten days longer there will not be ice enough on hand to meet the demands of the city for the rest of the season. '
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
A Good Choice from Standard Rocks At About Half
 PriCer.

These books are bound ln silk cloth; printed on ex- tra-heavy book paper, with two-color title pages. They come from a we'll known Chicago publisher, who cleared his stock room of many thousands of vol un1es at a low price. We got our pick and at
 E5c Each these books are just about half value.
 There are about 35 titles in the these picked at random
 The Princess. Tennyson :, Twice Told Tales. Hawthorne Lucille. Meredith Dreams. Schriner Cranford. Mrs. Gaskell Drummond's Addresses.
 Prof. Drurnmond Past and Present. Carlyle Vicar of Wakefield Goldsmith Beside The Bonnie Briar Bush.
 Maclaren Courtship of Miles Standish.
 Longfellow Autocrat of The Breakfast
 Table. Holmes Representative Men. Emerson
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13

Reynolds became intoxicated and while he was in that condition Pahan took a watch out of his pocket and about s3.5O in money. The detective department stated last evening that Pahan had ac- knowledged the thefts. He is about forty -five'years old and came here from
 Waterbury He has been doing odd jobs for some of the truckmen about the city. His case will be called in the city court this morning. s
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13

FTT7E printing plenty of
  A fourth the United Mfrs Sale
   That such explained combination powerful jobbs willing sacrifices clearance sEco-aeys big enough large T lsuchc
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13

etery for the burial of veterans of the civil war.
 The trustees of the post were made d committee to look into the matter and make arrangements for the purchase of another lot.
 It is quite probable that if cemetery other than Evergreen is selected for the new plot another monument similar to the one now in Evergreen will be erected
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
turkish Towels. Two Strong Items.

Two hundred dozen, Turkish Towels. bleached and unbleached, and straight 121ac grade, at S1zc each.
 Bleached Turkish Towels, extra large. fringed or hemmed, and a straight 35c towel for 2sc, The soc size for 3oc.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
VISITING FROM. BRIDGEPoRT,

Chief John c. Donaldson, of Clan Murray. O.. SIC. Springfield, Mass, is spending a couple of weeks in New Ha- ven, renewing old acauaintances. MT. Donaldson is one of the oldest members of the Calcdonian club and was present at the meeting on Thursday night. He also visited Clan McLeol at their meet ing held Friday night.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
WEATHER RECORD.

Washington, D. C., July F. 1903, 8 p. m.
 Forecast for Monday and Tuesday,
 For New, England: Fair Monday, except showers in the extreme south portion; Tues day fair; light to fresh southwest winds. cept showers in south portion; Tuesday fair and warmer; light variable winds, mostly southwest.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13

It is expected the Consolidated rail- road trains will begin running over the four track elevation in Bridgeport some time during September. The work is being rushed. The two south tracks will be the first to be put in commits sion.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
MORE CEMETERY ROOM

Wanted by Old Veterans--Committee 't.s Chosen to Investigate.
 At, Saturday nights session of Ad- mital Foote post the principal matter under discussion was the proposed pur- chase of more space in some local cern-
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
DAuGHTERs oF ERIN suPPER

= DAUGHTERS OF ERIN SUPPER.
 A supper and dance will be given at Stanfords hotel. Savin Rock, on We'd nesday evening, July 15, by Daughters of Erin, L. A. A. o. H., No. 12. It is earnestly hoped that the members and their friends will attend, as good time is assured all who go.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
6sc, 7oc and oSc.
An expert from the East
 man Kodak Co. will demon strate Velox Paper-Monday
THEFT FROM PERSON.

John Pahan Acknowledges Truth of
 James Reynolds Complaint.
 John Pahan was arrested yesterday afternoon by Detectives Daley and Col well and charged with theft from the person. A week ago yesterday he was about the city with James Reynolds, of TIT Brewery street. It is claimed that
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
ilf tho I,nby ts cussing reeth

Be sure and use that old and well-tried remedy, Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup, for children's teething. It soothes the child, Eoftens the gums, allays all pains, cures wind colic ana Is the best remedy for diar. rhoea. Twenty-Five cents bottle.
 d1l mWf&W 1y
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
PRINTERS, HALF HoLIDAY.

Through the efforts of the Eight Point Ben Franklin club. half holiday has been secured for July and August. The funds flor the grand outing, to be held in August. is assuming large propor- tions, and quite a time is anticipated.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
LIBERTY BELL COUNCIL.
Will Have New Britain Visitors Tues
 day Night.

-T.yF I
 day Night.
 Liberty Bell council. Junior Order of United American Mechanics, will hold an important meeting tomorrow even ing at which members of Chamberlain council of New Britain will be present. The meeting will be called to order promptly at 8 o'clock and large at tendance is especially desired. The New Britain council is to give an excur- sion to North Beach on Saturday, Au- gust s, and it is expected that large delegation from New Haven will join the New Britain party at the dock in this city.
 The meeting of Liberty Bell council to-morrow evening should be largely at tended.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
Monday. July Is, IsOs. :
AEw ADKrRrIsrMENrs ro-pAY:

Pag Amusements-Savin Rock Theater. Auction-N. $. Brown. s Baseball-Sayin Rock Grounds. Clearance Sale-Gambie-De Desmond Co. Cremo Cigars-Dealers'. Es-E Discount Sale-Brown & Durham. Financial--The N. H. Trust Co.,. Financial-Polloek & Vaughan. Hose Bargains-The J. E. Bassett Co. Lumber-The Elm City Lumber Co. Lost Cloak-W Westville Postofice. a$ Mining Securities-J. w. Schroeder. 4 Proposals State Board Education. & Proposals Department Fire Service. Proposals Free Public Library. ] Profits Melting Chamberlain Co. < Reduced Prices-Treat & Shepard Co. Rights-C. E. Thompson < Sons. Stock Rights Newton & Parish. X Second Week-The Edw. Malley Co. Tropical Silks-The Chas. Monson Co. Tea-E. E.. Hall X Son. < $ Watches-The Ford Co.,
 Wanted-Sltuation-- Oak Street. Wanted-Typewriter Old Mill.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13


 A beautiful assortment of wrist bags, in assorted feathers sea lion, sea bear, etc; mounted with fancy German silver frames, gilt and oxydized; some with silk lining and inside change pocket gray's, brown s, tan s, backs and green s; regular prices of this lot ranging from SAYS to $6.75. U. M Sale price, $1.7o. All wrist bags, ranging regularly in price from Sl. 30 to $2. U. M. Sale price, $l ,i0 75c and $1 wrist bags of which we suc- ceeded in getting very large lot U. N. $. price, 5oc..
 Soc wrist bags of grain leather U. M s. price, 29c.
 A mussed lotof leather goods of all prices. U. M Sale price, 25c.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
STILL IN HAIL

pr. Thomson has not yet procured bonds for his son, pr. Edmund S. Thomson, who is still confined in the county jail, charged with malpractice.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
A Double Sale---Silverware
 ano Chino Va Eres As$0n;ShnS Eeven DtrrsnS This Orcas;0n

We canenon the the firm who vwar will find on the pieces And when see the pieces won't who made goods learned
  matched hoowWa
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13

tllSlll Ai1 lilSll IVY teAAhAAA
 Ruffled Muslin Curtains, three wide tucks, full 3 yards long, regular $1 goods for 59c.
 Plain Ruffled Muslin Curtains, 3 yards long; regular S1 .25 goods for 6oc.
 Muslin Curtains with three tucks and ruffle, hemstitched edge; 3-yards long, regularly o5c goods for 3oc and 49c.
 Striped ruffed muslin curtains 3 yds long; regular $1 25 goods at 6oc.
 Figured Ruffled Muslin Curtains; 3-yards long, hemsttched; regular $l.35 goods for 85c.
 Rufiled Net Curtains with tucked border. 8 yds long; regular S1 .oo goocs for 98c,
 Ruffled Net Curtains of French Bobbinet Ren- assance edge and insertion, 3-yds long; regu- larly $2, for 9Sc.
 Regular $3 Ruffled Net Curtains for $l 3o.
 Regular $3 Ruffled Net Curtains for $13o.
 Regular $1. 75 Ruffled Net Curtains for $1 10.
 Point de Luxe Curtains, regularly $4 25 for $2.o8. .es.-I ,.+siT .
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13

ORIENTAL PARK SERVICES.
 Services at Oriental park pier Sunday afternoon at { o'clock in charge of Rev. A T. Gamma ck. @ x <; ss;559 .,.ss sss3
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
New CorSetS
 at Less Than
 Half Prices.

These come from the well-known firm of Strouse, Adler & CO, makers of the famous C. B. corsets.
 There are 300 pairs of them, and 1t won't be enough, so to get yours, come Monday, sure.
 Choice of all wanted styles that are at present in demand, including the dip hip, the habit hip, very low and medium busts straight fronts, etc. ...... :. 7. All are made from the very finest of materials; boned throughout with best steels. Some of them are slightly soiled. but few of them noticeably So. ... Regular prices are Sl.5O, .$2 and $2. 50 a pair, %-.'
 U. M. s. Prices. ..
 6gc, 7oc and o8c.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
vAcArInN IN THE WEsr.

The Rev. c. c. McGonagle of St. Mary's church will start on his vaca- tion on Monday, to be absent until Au- gust 1. He goes to Moxahala, 0.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
Carlsbad China Dinner Sets.

l 1 Carlsbad China Dinner Sets,
 with soup tureen. regular
 price. $25. 50. Sale price, S17.50 Dinner Sets. regular price. $l7.50. Sale price, $12. Dinner Sets, regular price.
 SIP. Sale price. S9 China Tea Sets, 56 pieces.
 regular price.$6 oo. Sale
 price, $500 Water Pitchers irregular prices
 1oc, 15c, 1oc and 25e
 Sale prices. Sc. 6c, 7c and Sc
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-13
S2.5 -..--L .-....-.-..-..... Z. v. ] ,.

These wheels have been selling this season for $a5 and at the pres ent price you can save a clear s1O. Bear in mind that you have a bet ter assortment to choose from NOW than you will a little later.