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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

Edward s. Bourne of New York City.
was in Augusta, yesterday. Mr.. Bourne
is spending the winter at Readfield. He
has bought a strip of land along the
shore of Great pond in Belgrade and
-cortemplates building summer cottages
on it during the coming open season
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

There is one citizen in town. who is
of the opinion that kindness can some
times be carried too. far, and his rea-
son for thinking SO is an experience
that was his, yesterday He has con-
crete walk in front of his house, and Il
neighbor has two small boys who are
imbued with a mania for shovelling
snow During the soft spell of the past
few days. the boys thought what q
nice thing it would be to clear the snow
off the sidewalk, and carried out their
thought with such faithfulness that
the concrete was free from snow IS in
summer. That was Thursday, and it
really was a treat to have such fine
walking insJanrary, and the man COM
plimented the youngsters on their good
work. butt yesterday when he went
horne to dinner. and found his sidewalk
Submerged for its entire length under
six inches of rain water. and people go
ing out into the road to get around it,
he became possessed of a suspicion
that his words of, encouragement to the
boys We're a. trifle premature and it is
very DOUBTFUL if, history ever repeats
| itself in this particular case.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31
George Turner. who works at I

George Turner, who works at the
stable of G. L. Cushman & Co., was
opening can of ham, Thursday, when
the key slipped and he attempted to
catch it. The middle finger of his right
hand was torn open it's entire length
to the bone by the sharp edge of the
can, and a bad cut made on his thumb.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

The work of preparing City hall for
the Governors reception, which will be
given. Feb. 10. has been commenced,
and the plans for decorating it, though
hardly completed, show that it will be
conducted on an elaborate plan, and
that the hall will present most beau
tiful appearance. Supt. Williams of
the Kennebec Light and Heat Co, has
a crew of men at work in the hall. get
ing the Examinations in readiness, and
they will be on a scale larger and more
elegant than anything before attempt
ed in the city 1t is estimated that 500
incandescent lamps will be used for
the purpose. The lamps, which will be
of fancy colors. will be arranged in
festons, the wires being covered with
bunting. A festoon will be swung from
each side of the prescenium arch to the
chandelier in front of the stage, an
other between the two chandeliers. and
two from the rear balcony to the
chandelier in front of it. The front of
the balcony will be festooned in the
same way and perhaps there will be
similar decorations over the rear bal
conv. This arrangements of lights, in
connection with the other decorations
which will be used, cannot fail to pro-
duce an effect of rare beauty.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

The roads We're very slumpy, Friday
but the rural free delivery carriers all
managed to make their trips on scned-
ule time. Another "a hours of soft
weather would probably make them all
behind time on their returns to the Of
fee
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

You read in II. G.. Barker & Co.'S ad
of great bargains in underwear. OF
course you know the quality of goods
in this model store and the ad gives
the very low prices.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

Manager B. H. Randall of the Au-
gusta Lumber Co., and his wife and
three children started, Friday, for
Moosehead lake, on a visit to the COM
pany's lumber camps in that vicinity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

On Saturday and Monday only II.
Noel Sleeves, Hallowell, will sell Pc
runa for 65 cents. Johnson's Anodyne
Liniment large so cent bottles for 33c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

It's folly to suffer from that horrible
plague of the night, itching piles. Doan's
Ointment cures quickly and permanently
AT any drug store, so cents
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

E. w. Church will sell you 90 oranges
for 25c. The stock of native fowl and
chickens is fine. Celery, spinach and
lettuce. A fresh lot has arrived.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

Folsom's Candy Parlor have a fresh
supply of pure ribbon candy at the
astonishing low price of Sc. per H., or
Tbs. for 25c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

Can't be perfect health without. pure
blood. Burdock Blood Bitters makes
pure blood. Tones and invigorates the
whole system.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

1t is at Lunt & Brann's that you will
find ladies' feeced and cashmere hose
at about your own price, also chill
dren's underwear they are closing out.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

"Tisn't safe to be day without DR..
Thomas Eclectric Oil in the house. Never
can tell what moment an accident is go
ing to happen
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

If you miss reading J. J. Makers ad.,
don't miss seeing and reading the cut
prices on his clothing, for this means
money saved.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

Messrs. Lynch and Holway are NOV
ing some of their office furniture into
their new offices in the Alden building,
and expect that the new quarters will
be ready for occupancy the first of the
week. Mr.. Lynch has occupied the Of
fees which he is about leaving, for the
past 20 wears
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

Read this special sale at F. L. Web
ber's: go and see the quality and
size of the goods offered, and say if
you ever before saw greater value for
the money. 1t is said there is a differ
ence in even navel oranges. See these
176 counts, for only 23c. per dozen, and
these % Valencias oranges for Csc
are Gemember) the largest kind; very
fine and juicy. Floridas, 176 count,
soc. per dozen; four quarts cranberries,
25c; 8 fb. box homeless Goldfish fancy
one, only 40c. Figs in layers, 15c a
ID. Very largest, fancy prunes, Tbs.
25c. Fancy refugee wax beans, 15c size,
10c three for 25c. Snyder's best
oyster cocktail tomato sauce, only zoe.
large bottle; don't miss it. In, confec-
tionery. Italian creams, 25c.; Persian
paste. lie; q rich fine mixture choco-
late cream and other kinds, great
trade, 15c., 2 lbs. for Csc. Fresh sup
ply Bangor taffy. Very fancy chick
ems, turkeys and full line of green stuff.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

Neglected colds make fat graveyards. >
DR.. Woods Norway Pine Syrup helps
men and women to happy, vigorous ole
age.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31
Douglasville, Ca, Nav II. 1902

Douglasville, Ca, May II, 1902
have been travelling for nearly two years
and have suffered very badly from indigestion
and dyspepsia. ! tried several physicians and
all kinds OF patent medicines, but Kodol is the
first and only remedy that has done me anv
good whatever; now have onlv used two
small bottles and to my surprise Il has cured
me sound and well.-B. w. WArrERN.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

E. C. Leighton calls attention to her
new line of white goods; also to a lot
of misses all wool vests and pants.
good goods, all right in style and sizes,
will be closed cut less than cost
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31
Rest, Health and Comfort to Mother and
Child.

MRS. WINSLOW'S SOOTHING SYRUP. for
children teething, softens the gums, reduces
Inflammation, allays all pain, and cures vine
say TO every mother who has suffering child:
Do not let yoar prejudice, nor the prejudices
ofothers, stand between you and your suffer-
Ing child and the relief that will be sure-yes,
absolutely sure-to follow the use OF this
0sdjOtro, If timely used. Price 25c. g bottle
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

Locke, Hewitt Co. will again today,
sell you 20 nice oranges for 25 cents.
also 10 nayels for % cents. They have
made UP a quantity of the Boston
chips, 40 cent goods, and will sell
them, today, for only 30 cents per
pound. These are very delicious goods.
Notice the window display. Fancy
chickens, turkeys, also celery, spinach,
ETC., etc, are among the good things
for a Sunday dinner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

You want to see the envelopes and
paper pads which Swift & Turner will
sell you today, and you will be sure
to buy, as the envelopes are. &c. per
bunch. cream and white and the nice
ruled pads, only &c. Will waste no
printers ink telling you about them.
Cab and see. A brass hand lamp,
chimney and burner. only 13c. should
be c9lled the brass handy lamp. See
this axSo, for sure.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

Time waits for no man." Buckley
& Goodrich, today announce: This is
the last day of our January clearance
sale" Ladies take notice, also be
sure and call for they make this day
one to be remembered for bargains
among them being 100 dozen Worlds
thread only 1c. per spool, lot fine
tooth brushes. Y price, 1Oc. each,
lot 10c. whisk brooms, &c. each, ETC.,
etc. If any words can convince you of
the rare bargains in suits and gar
ments. they should be spoken, of it
means a great saving to those who
have not bought.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

completion. Call and buy those fancy
navel (176 COUNT oranges today, 10
for Csc; also once more, four quarts of
cranberries for 25c. In the wholesale
market cranberries are at luxury
prices. Here as usual, ON Saturday is
a full supply of turkeys, chickens and
green stuff. ssp1
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31
Finds Way to Live Long.

The startling announcement of a
discovery that will surely lengthen life
is made by editor O. H. Downey, of
Churubusco, Ind. IT wish to state
he writes, that DR.. Kings New Dis
covery for Consumption is the most
infallible remedy that 1 have ever
known for Coughs, Colds and Grip. It's
invaluable to people with weak lungs.
Having this wonderful medicine no one
need dread Pneumonia or Consump-
ton. Its relief is instant and cure
certain" Bowditch &, Webster guar
antee every soc and $1.O0 bottle, and
give trial bottles free.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

Pierce's Crockery store has a lot of
Haviland white china platters, all
Sizes you can buy today, for one-half
price. Also same in soup plates. Don't
beiwithout Haviland ware at this price.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

The Augusta Fruit Co. sells IS nice
navel oranges for 25 cents, also 20 good
oranges for 25 cents. Tangerines, Flor
idas, grape fruit, fancy nuts and all
manner Of fruits the best that grows.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

f. M. Hayes & Son cannot possibly
discontinue the Saturday sale of log
cabin cookies at one-half price, it has
taken such fast hold of the housekeep-
ers. Brown bread and beans as usual
this afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

John Coughlin, the druggist, reluct
family cuts the price of Lazelles stand
ard Russian Violet" perfume for to
day, and if you don't buy you are no
likely to have another such chance
Regular soc. per ounce; today only
zoe. per ounce.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31
Daily kennebec Journal
LOCAL MATTERS.

Housekeepers read today's special
sale locals on the eth page.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

The auction sale in the store next tt
A. D. Wards will be continued today
at 2 P. NJ and probably the bargains
carried home from the other sales, will
advertise this so a good looking crow(
may be expected. The Hustler is al
ways happy under such surroundings.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

Read today's news from the East
Side grocery store of G. d. Haskell.
Malaga grapes only 15c per h., 20 nice
oranges. Csc, three cans peas Csc.
Berkshire catsup, 10c. bottle a 75c.
bottle of olives for only soc. and two
packages of maize flakes for zoe. Good
enough for one day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

trial size. which sells for soc.
Prepared by E. @. Dewitt & co.. CHICAGO
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

Merrill Bros. are fast getting things
in order as the Improvements near
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31
SPECIAL SALE LOCALS.

SPECIAL SALE LOCALS.
Folsom's Candy Parlor have a fresh
supply of pure ribbon candy at the
astonishing low price of &C. per H., or 3
Tbs. for 25c.
If you miss reading J. J. Makers ad.,
don't miss seeing and reading the cut
prices on his clothing, for this means
money saved.
E. w. Church will sell you 90 oranges
for 25c. The stock of native fowl and
chickens is fine. Celery, spinach and
lettuce. A fresh lot has arrived.
On Saturday and Monday only II.
Noel Sleeves. Hallowell, will sell Pc
runa for 65 cents. Johnson's Anodyne
Liniment large so cent bottles for 33c.
1t is at Lunt & Brann's that you will
find ladies' fieeced and cashmere hose
at about your own price, also chill
dren's underwear they are closing out.
You read in H. G.. Barker & Co.'S ad
of great bargains in underwear, Of
y
in this model store and the ad gives
the very low prices.
E. C. Leighton calls attention to her
new line of white goods; also to lot
of misses all wool vests, and pants,
good goods, all right in style and sizes,
will be closed cut less than cost.
No tr,t. 70
navel oranges for 25 cents, also 20 good
oranges for 25 cents. Tangerines, Flor
idas, grape fruit fancy nuts and all
manner Of fruits the best that grows.
Pierces Crockery store has a lot of
Haviland white china platters, all
sizes, you can buy today, for one half
price. Also same in soup plates. Don't
beiwithout Haviland ware at this price.
f. M. Hayes 81 Son cannot possibly
discontinue the Saturday sale of log
cabin cookies at one-half price, it has
taken such fast hold of the housekeep-
ers. Brown bread and beans as usual
this afternoon.
John Coughlin, the druggist, reluct-
family cuts the price of LaZelles stand
ard Russian Violet" perfume for to-
day, and if you don't buy you are not
likely to have another such chance.
Regular soc. per ounce; today only,
soc. per ounce.
The auction sale in the store next to
A. D. Wards will be continued today
at P. M. and probably the bargains
carried home from the other sales, will
advertise this so a good looking crowd
may be expected. The Hustler is al
ways happy under such surroundings.
Read today's news from the East
Side grocery store of G. d. Haskell.
Malaga grapes only 15c. per h., 20 nice
oranges Csc. three cans peas Csc.
Berkshire catsup, 10c. a bottle a Use.
bottle of olives for only soc. and two
packages of maize flakes for zoe. Good
enough for one day.
No words are necessary to convince
Won of the excellence of violet lotion
for the complexion and the hands. The
winds and weather that are particular
ly annoying are due to arrive in
February. Do you see the reasoning?.
Buy while the price is nearly y. 15c.
per bottle. at P. w. Means drug store.
G.. W. Wadleigh has some of those
fine navel oranges G76 counD for to-
day, and sells them 13 for 25c Also the
regular California orange, 90 for Csc,
these are fine but have seeds Fancy
lemons 1Sc. per dozen; also 10 TBS. ma
tive salt pork for 81. An exceedingly
low pripa p1onty native poultr,, and
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-01-31

No words are necessary to convince
You of the excellence of violet lotion
for the complexion and the hands. The
winds and weather that are particular
~ annoying are due to arrive in
February. Do you see the reasoning?
Buy while the price is nearly y. 15c.
per bottle, at p. w. Means drug store.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-11-03
Greenwood.

There was no boys play about that
snow squall on Monday, the Goth, and
thunder was reported on the same day
The highest hills are snow capped and
will be until it is warmer weather.
Some are banking up their houses
earlier and more heavily than usual, ap.
parently expecting an uncOmmOnly cold
winter, and so it may prove as did the
summer.
Commander Peary is having steamer
built for the purpose of making one
more dash for the North Pole, being re.
solved to reap the honor of being the
first man to reach that coveted piece of
real estate if possible. But the most OF
us think we are near enough to it now
for all practical purposes.
Some did not get their apples picked
before the cold snap, the result of which
neglect must be plain to all.
Rev. AK. Bryant preached at the
City recently by way of exchange with
Rev. Mr.. Nelson, and it is said that he,
(Mr. Bryant), will hold series of meet
ings there the coming week.
Thanks to whomsoever sent US late
COpy VI tuc DOotOu ENCuiuS NOWos ~ 10
a paper of ten pages and we'll filled with
news, short stories, witticisms and ad-
vertisements. The print is very plain
and clear, and it is really an interesting
number.
West Paris omitted the most interest
ing and novel part of the story in regard
to Mrs. Peabody shooting that deer.
Here it is as told to the writer: Mr..
Peabody told his wife that deer had been
in the field recently, and added by way
of joke that she might get up the next
morning and shoot one. Acting in &C
cordance with the suggestion, she took
his rifle before he awOke, went out and
killed her game, shooting the animal
through the heart. She then returned
to the house, informed her husband of
her success, and then he acknowledged
the joke had rather turned on himself.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-11-03
Cause For Rejoicing.

Judge Shaw in his latter days was
reverenced by the people OF Massa-
chusetts as If he were Il dcmigod. but
In his native county of BarnStable he
was revereEccd rs IL god. One winter
when the supreme court held speciai
session at Barnstable for the trial of a
capital case Judge Merrick, who was
one Of the judges. came out or the
courthouse just at nightfall. when the
whole surface of the earth was cover
ed with ice and slush. slipped and fell
heavily, breaking three of his ribs. lie
was taken up and carried to his room
at the hotel and lay on a sofa waiting
for the doctor to come. While the
Judge lay groaning and in agony the
old janitor of the courthouse, who had
helped pick him up, wiped off the wet
from his clothes and said to him,
Judge Merrick. how thankful you
must be it was not the chief JUSTICE.
Poor Merrick could not help laughing,
though his broken ribs were lacerating
his fesh.-George r. Hoar In Serb
ner's
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-11-03
THE OXFORD BEARS.
THE oolNaS OF THE WEEK IN ALL
SECTIONS OF THE COUNTY.
Paris Hill.

First Baptist Church. Rev. H. H. Bishop,
Pastor. Preaching every Sunday at IL A. n.
Sunday School ut " n. Junior G. e. at 30 P. n.
Sabbath Evening Service at ] so p. n. ]. p. 8.
Meeting Thursday evening at Z 80. Covenant
Meeting the last Friday before the 1st Sunday
OF the month at 80 p. N. All not otherwise con-
nected are cordially invited.
Universalist Church, Rev. j. II. Little. Pastor.
Preaching service every Sunday at II A. n.
sunday school at IL u.
Miss Alice K. Hammond is visiting
her sister, Mrs. F. 4. Shorey, in Port
land, for few days.
The apples are now about all picked,
though it has been something of strug-
gle to get them. 1t is the general
opinion that there were never so many
apples on Paris Hill as this year. Prices
seem to be looking up little, some lots
having been sold lately for 81 .25 without
the barrels. With barrels at 40 cents,
that is better than the opening price at
$3.50 with barrel.
A fine evening Thursday brought out
a large crowd to the Universalist Circle,
of whom between thirty and forty came
from South Paris. An excellent chicken
supper was served, of which nearly
ninety partook. The comedy, "Clarindie
Cackler's Courtship," presented by the
people from the Good Cheer Society OF
South Paris, constituted the entertain
ment 1t is very funny comedy, and
was well cast, all being extremely well
adapted for their several parts. The
applause was frequent and continued,
and the audience was well pleased. An
hour and half of dancing followed the
play.
Regular monthly meeting of the
directors of Paris Hill Library AssOci-
alton at Hamlin Memorial Hall, Wednes-
day, November 4th, 1908, at 3 P. NJ.
The two schools will unite in a short
entertainment at Cummings Hall Friday
evening, at 7:30. Before the entertain
ment supper will be served to the
scholars only. Admission cents.
Mr.. and Mrs. Brown and Miss Brown
left Monday morning. Mr.. Brown and
Miss Brown go to New York, where Miss
Brown will remain until Christmas.
Mrs. Brown will stop with her people in
Portland, and will return to Paris Hill
with Mr.. Brown the last of the week.
George w. Scribner and wife have
moved back to the village from the farm
which they have occupied for some
years, and which they recently sold.
Rev. F. Z. Barton of Bethel, Universal
list state missionary, will occupy the
pulpit at the Universalist church next
Sunday, in exchange.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-11-03
BIRDS SING ON THE WING.
Their Notes Are More Charming
when Warbled During Flight.

Their Notes Are More Charming
when WarbIed During Flight.
The songs of all birds gain In beauty
when they are uttered on the wing.
They seem to be delivered with more
abandon and greater volume. The wa
ter thrush's first cousin. the oven Bird
furnishes q striking example of this.
His ordinary song consists of repe-
tition of the same note, hammered Out
with constant crescendo.
Very effective 1t is. too, as part OF
the general music Of the forest. though
lacking individual attracdveness on
account of the monotony Of Its ltera-
ton. But when the bird rises above
the treetops and descends after the
fashion Of the indigo bird to an accom-
paniment of scattered notes he takes
far higher rank rs performer.
Not always, however, does he require
the exhilaration and inspiration of an
aerial toboggan to cause him to aban'
don his plain chant for more florid
song. have heard him sing the latter
perched on a grapevine not two feet
above the ground. And as If to show
that he did not reserve his superior
powers for special occasions he min
gled it with his plain chant and end
ing with the song and sometimes re-
versing this order.
love to see the oven bird on the
ground. There is such ludicrous as
sumption of dignity on his part as he
strides about the stage, never for q
moment forgetting himself so far as te
hop. There is the same even, meas
ured steadiness about his movement
that there is in his chant 1t Is only
when he launches himself into the Ell
fervescing song that he forgets his
staid Observation-Disclosures.