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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04

Thumbs have been appreciated ever
since the world began. The ancients
used to call the thumb tho other hand.
Barbarous kings used to swear and
mike compacts by their thumbs. In
Rome 1t was sign Of favor to wiring
and kiss the thumb and Of disfavor
or disgrace to lift 1t up or turn 1t out
ward. A man who was hurt in his
thumbs was excused from serving In
the Roman wars. Some Of the scoun-
drelly citizens used to cut of their
thumbs SO rs to remain at home and
get rich. Teachers used to punish their
pupils by biting their thumbs.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04

Every living descendant of Oliver
Ellsworth, who was the third chief
justice of the United States, united
in the presentation Of his old home
in Windsor to the Daughters Of the
American Revolution. They are
scattered from New England to
japan.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04
Low Rates from Manchester Iowa via
Chicago Great Western
Railway.

$3.50 to Billings, Montana.
$2l.s5 to Livingston or Hinsdale,
Montana.
s23.s5 to Helena or Butte, Montana.
$26.35 to Spokane. Washington.
$28.S5 to Portland, Oregon, Seattle
and Tacoma, Washington.
$28.85 to Vancouver and Victoria,
u. 9. Tickets on salea daily up to
November Both inclusive. Superior
service and unequalled equipment.
Full information on application to any
Chicago Great Western agent or j. r.
Elmer, G. r. A., Chicago, Ill. 38w10
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04
Low One way R..es 70 The coast.

Low One way datos 10 The Coast.
The Iowa Central Ity has placed on
sale daily special one way colonists
excursion tickets to California, Oregon,
Washington, Idaho and Montana ut
very reduced rates. Tourist cars through
without change every Wednesday via
the popular Santa Fe System. Call on
agents for particulars or address, A. b.
Cults, G z u I A, Minneapolis, MINI.
37-1lw
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04

Pompous Customer That insect pow.
der you sold me the other day is no
good. The cockroaches fatten on 1t.
Affable Salesman = Yes Sir. That's
the first stage. They get fat on it and
then die Of apoplexy. Come round next
week and report again. Anything I car
do for you. ma'am?
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04

Wallaces Farmer says: The new
corn is better for young teeth. 1t
will not give as good results as old
corn for fattening or for horses at
hard work but an occasional feed is
much relished. The change from
old corn to new should be made
gradually, asin fact all changes of
feed should be.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04

j.. NJ. pEARsE.
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE AND COLLECT
u OR. All business entrusted to him giyer
prompt attention. ONCE In City Hall block
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04
WM. DENNIS.

C1ARPLNTER, CONTRACTOR & BUILDER,
~ ain now prepared TO do all work In my
line in . good and workmnnlike manner. Sntis-
faction guaranteed. Plans and estimates fuf-
nished. Work taken in town or country, Shop
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04

LAWRENcE& q aREMs.
DRUGS, Wall Paper. Stationery, Paints, Oils
" ctc. City Hall block.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04
ALEX. sersTaoM.'

ALEX. eEFsTRoM.
LtENERAL BLACKSMITH, horseshoeIng
VI specially. Interfering and oorns cured or
no pay. Prices reasonable, and the best Of
work guaranteed "A share Of the public patron
age is solicited. Shop on franklin street, near
the bridge :.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04

NlTY DRAYMAN. Am prepared to- do all
and pianos specially. All work will receive
prompt attention. A share Of your patronage
. solicited. Charges right. Give your draylng
to man who has come to stay.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04

The Atchison (Kan.) Globe fears
that women do not appreciate their
advantages over men, and cites as
as being in point, that "The
women should complain less about
their lot in life. After they have
eaten a big Sunday dinner they have
to hustle around and do the dishes.
and this activity is good for their
health. A man, having no dishes to
do, gets sluggish sitting around and
becomes miserable. We fear that
the women do not appreciate all their
advantages over the men,"
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04

A.E.PETEasoN.
nEADRR IN Groceries, Provisions, Crot
~ cry, Fruits. etc. Main Street.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04
Farm For sac.

A fine Stock and Dairy farm Of 200 acres s
station and creamery. Comfortable house,
good horse and cow barn, hog house. corn cribs
and other out buildings, q fine we'll Of water
with wind mill attached. 10 acres Of splendid
timber 8 miles east of farm will be sold with
same II desired. For terms inquire Of
ABNER DUNHAM OR
GA. DUNHAM,
S6n Manchester, Iowa.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04

A. w. Jacobs, clerk at Arnold's
real estate Office says: II have kept
a careful record Of my living expen-
ses for a number Of years and 1 find
that where it cost me 500 few
years ago it now costs me $l42 and
| have not changed my style Of liv-
ing in the least and my family is
the same size" ."-Des Moines News.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04

CYOLONE AND TORNADO
Insurance in nrst class companies written and
pollci6s isaued ~ BRONSON b CARR,
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04
HoLLlsTeR LUMBER co.
r UNDER and all kinds Of building materials
H Posts and Coal. Corner of Delaware and
Madison streets.

schAHLEe. THE TAILOR.
MERCHANT TAILOR and Gents Furnishiug
Hl Goods. Manchester. Iowa. :,
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w. N. RoYNToN,


~ ~ r. .WHHNMEISTbR. .1l.
GENERAL DEALER IN FURNITURE,
VI Conns. Picture Frames. Etc. A complete
stock OF furniture and Upholstery always on
hand, at prices that defy competition. A good
HsArse kept for attendance at funerals. Earl
Vile, lows.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04
A.rHoRPE.
GEO. s LlsTKR.
I. T. MOONEY.

(Suocessor to Lee Bowman.)
DLACKSMITH and WAgonmaker, Delhi
ID Iowa. Work done promptly and In work
manllke manner. Charges reasonable. YouI
Patronage solicited. 1871
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04

QUAKER MILL CO.
VNLOUR and Feed. Manufacturers Of the cele-
II btated White Satin and White Pearl Flour.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-11-04
Our Business Directory.
A1ToaNEYs.

% sYoRAp. H. F.. AREoLD. MI. YoRAN-
YORAN.s ARNOLD q YORAN
a TTORNEYS AT Law, and Real Estate
Bank, Manchester, Iowa.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23
Andrew J. Hartman.

Andrew J. Hartman died at the
home of his son, Charles w. Hartman,
on High street, Saturday, his death
resulting from old age. Mr.. Hartman
had been a resident of this city more
than 60 years and was IS years.
months and days of age at the time
of his death. He was born in Litch-
field, Sept. IT, 1917, the son of Ebenezer
and Polly (True) Hartman and since
1912 had lived in Gardiner. After COM
ing to this city and as long as the in-
dustry was conducted he was engaged
with Arch Morrell in his brickyard
and was also a single maker. He is
survived by brother, Levi of Lich of
Litchfield; sister, Mrs. Rebecca Pei
ton of Portland; two daughters, Mrs.
Charles H. Golf of Pepperell Mass,
and Mrs ]. w. Chadwick of Hills
borough, N. H.; and five sons, Charles
W.. Edward L.; George A., Herbert A.,
and Walter C. The funeral will be
held Tuesday afternoon at ESQ o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23
WOOD FILES ANSWER
To Charges by Rathbone on His Con.
duct in Cuba.

Washington, March 22.-Brig. Gen
Leonard Wood, today, placed in the
hands of the secretary of war a volun-
tary statement regarding the charge
filed against him by Major E. ]. Rath-
bone. former director general of Cuban
posts. No official notice of jon
Hathbone's charges had been taken by
the secretary as yet, but Gen. Wood on
reading them, asked and received per-
mission to file at the department a
statement setting forth his side of the
case before his departure for service
in the Philippines.
Pending the action of the secretary,
the statement Gen. Wood refuses to
comment on the charges the most of
which he says have been presented be-
fore.
The Associated Press is authorized
by Gen Wood to define his position
briefly as follows: Gen. Wood is at any
time ready and glad to appear before
any congressional committee regarding
any charges which may be brought
against his record as governor general
of Cuba. He refused, however, to in
dulge in a newspaper controversy I'M
der any circumstances.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23
POINTED SERMONS.
Boston Ministers on Bonnet Trimmings
and Prohibitory Laws.

Boston, March 22.-Prof Dallas L.
Sharp of the Boston University, as
preacher at the First Methodist church,
today, said: mo woman who wears a
sea gull or a song bird in her hat can
ever get to heaven. If you need an
Easter bonnet get it, but get it without
robbing and killing. Those who rob
lives of the song bird and the bird of
beautiful plumage, cannot hope for
heaven"
Rev. Charles A. Crane, pastor of the
Peoples Temple, Methodist, said dur
ing his evening sermon: Living pic
lures of triumphant political infidelity
can now be seen in Vermont and New
Hampshire. Officers sworn to enforce
the law have SO long nullified it that
their persistent perfidy has persuaded
many good men to think that the only
way to practically handle law breakers
is to license them. 1t is a matter of
greater concern than all the money in
the rum business that the constitution
of state can be sent at naught by
caithless officials and then this political
infidity be rewarded by laws framed
to suit the iawless. To legalize crime
is bad. but to be driven to it by infidel5
to public trust is worse by far"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23
AT NEW HAVEN.
Men Taking in New Members and Pre-
pairing to Fight.

New Haven, CT. March o2.-The Car
Workers Union of this city held pro-
tracted meeting. tonight. in Pilgrim Lodge
hall, at which about 500 employees of the
car shops of the New York New Haven
&; Hartford Railroad Co attended. THE
meeting was secret and information as to
the proceedings was refused except to ad-
init that it concerned the schedule of
hours and wages which the union will ask
of the, company. Many new members
were elected
Gen. Mgr. w. E. Chamberlain General
Supt. c. H.. Platt and many other high
officials of the company, spent the day at
the company's offices in this city 1t is
learned that they We're at work upon the
the directors committee for investigation
in making up the new schedules which
will be offered to the employees of several
classes by the company on March %.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23
BEAUTIFUL BUT TERRIBLE
Soufriere in Eruption-kingstowr
Covered with Ashes, but Safe.

Kingstown, st. Vincent, March o.
The eruption of Soufriere which be-
gan. yesterday, continued and increas-
ed in activity during the night, until
it became most violent at O'Clock, this
morning. AT $50 o'clock, this morning.
its violence was undated and the
spectacle was awe inspiring The era
ter Is belching forth dense black
clouds which rise heavenwards, ac-
companied by loud roaring and flashes
which rend the spreading pail of smoke
which now envelops the entire island in
darkness. Electrical discharges oc-
Cured at intervals during the night,
While at daybreak the sunlight playing
on the stupendous volcanic clouds pro-
duced exceedingly beautiful effects.
relying upon the scientific opinion
that klngstown, although covered with
neavy clouds which completely obscure
the sun. is not in danger, the popula-
ton shows no alarm. According to adj
vices from Chateau Belair dark sand is
railing there and Pointe-a-Pitre re-
ports that strong detonations were
heard there throughout last night and
this morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23

bill provided that it should be accept
ed by majority vote of the legal vot-
ers of the district. The language
might possibly be construed as mean
ing a majority vote of all the voters
in the district, whether they voted or
not. To make sure that there should
be no possible question raised in the
courts. drew a bill providing that the
act should be accepted by a majority
vote of all the legal voters voting in
the election. AS a matter of parlia-
mentary courtesy it was my duty to
submit this bill to the members of the
judiciary committee. and I did so. AS
a matter of parliamentary courtesy al
SO it was the duty under such circum-
stances of the chairman of the COM
mittee to offer the bill: For these rea-
sons Mr.. Manley presented the bill, and
on the motion of Judge Wing of Au-
burn, it was passed under suspen-
sion of the rules, and upon the motion
of another member of the committee, it
was passed through the House. The
rumor that Mr.. Manley had anything to
do with the origin of the bill is absurd.
1t seems unworthy of notice, but in a
matter of such great Importance no
voter should vote MISUNDERSTANDING
Respectfully, H. M. HEATH.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23
ON THE VERGE.
Many an Augusta Citizen Brought
Back From the Brink.

There are critical times in our lives
when it seems as if we must let go
But we cling to life with wonderful
tenacity. Many diseases are very de-
pressing in their worst stages and we
get to the very brink some times; and
vet the hope of survival is great
Doan's Kidney Pills have brought
many back from the verge and given
them a new lease of life. The follow
ing case should interest everybody In
Augusta. 1t is the statement of a
citizen and is easily proven to be cor
rect. Many a reader will find new COM
fort and encouragement in this ex-
pericnce:
Mrs. A. B. Sibley of 70 Bridge street
says: THE statement in our Augusta
papers about Doan's Kidney Pills cur
ing Mr.. Sibley in the spring of 1896 OF
kidney complaint was absolutely true
We procured the remedy at c. Is. Par
tridge's drug store and it gives us the
greatest pleasure two years and hall
after that statement was first pub
lished to say that the cure then effect
ed has been permanent. So that others
may benefit from this wonderful medi-
cine you are at liberty to continue the
use OF our names as endorsers."
For sale by all dealers. Price sc
cents. Foster-Milburn Co., Buffalo, N
T., sole agents for the United States.
Remember the name--Doans-and
take no substitute.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23
STRIKE PROBABLE.
Sentiment Among Lowell Mil
Employees Is Stronger.
Pres. Conroy Of Council: I'VE Have
Decided to Force the Issues"
Prospect of Trouble at New Haven In.
crcases.

| Lowell. Mass, March 22.-Unionism
is likely to force strike as the result
or the declinatiOn of the mill agents to
| grant an increase in wages to upwards
of $4,000 operators. The Textile Coun-
| Gil, the delegate body representing all
| the organized trades in the industry
here, today, in two sessions gave con-
sideration of the reply of the mill
| agents to the request for wage increase
| The sum and substance of that meeting
is believed to be given in the terse
statement by President Robert F. Con-
roy of the council: I'VE have decided
| to force the issue" 1t was not under
stood from him that the council has
ordered strike: rather it is stated
that this represents the sentiment of
the body, and that the councils recon-
mendations go back to the individual
unions through reports of delegates
with the request for further instruc-
tions.
Adjournment was taken until Thurs
day evening.
The report of the conference between
the mill agents and the representatives
of the council on Thursday last, was
read and accepted but the acceptance
conveyed the opinion that it was I'M
satisfactory.
A joint note from President Charles
E. Adams, of the State Board of Trade.
who also is a Lowell merchant and
President Chas. H. Conant of the Lo-
well Board of Trade, directed to Pres
idert Conroy and requesting a confer
ence with Mayor Howe and representa-
| tives of the mill agents, was received,
| read and placed on file without discus
sion.
AT the evening session, there was q
short discussion on future action on
the matter. Thursday evening was set
for special meeting Of the council, by
which time. it was understood all the
individual unions will have decided
upon their position for or against
strike. In order that there may be no
delay in reaching a decision, the pres
idents of the unions have called special
| meetings TO be held before Thursday.
President Conroy, tonight, in an in
terview said that he wanted it under
stood by all that he has not sought
any outside influence for arbitration
purposes and that the Textile Council
has not, uD to the present time been
given any official assurance of support
from Unions in other places.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23
Tho New Cup CHALLENGER.

The English people are very persistent
In their efforts to recapture the cup which
the Americans have held for so many
Years. Another attempt is to be made in
the summer, and to that end new chal.
lenSer is being built. which is claimed
will have more speed than those used In
the past. The result will be watched with
has also been much interest manifested
by the public in the marvellous success
made ~ the celebrated Hostetters Stom-
has established a record Of c;,res I'm.
equaled by any other remedy of such all
ments as heartburn; belchng. indigestion.
dyspepsia. constipation, insomnia. nerv-
ferer, we urge You to try bottle at once.
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AT WATERBURY,.
Situation Unchanged, but Develop
ments Expected, This Week.

Waterbury, Conn.,, March 22-The
situation in the trolley strike in this
city remains unchanged, tonight, but
developments are expected during the
coming week. The strikers hope that
Samuel Gompers of the American
Federation of Labor will be here, to-
morrow and financial assistance from
the national headquarters is expected
tomorrow to take the place of the local
unions now tied up in the banks by the
attachment placed upon it by the Con-
necticut Railway and Lighting Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23

There was large gathering of the
citizen of Farmingdale and Hallowell
at the Mitchell farm auction, Saturday.
r w. Soule of Augusta, was the auc-
tioneer and met with a ready sale. Mr..
Soule bid in for the farm at $500. Mr..
and Mrs. N. H. Sawtelle, who have
owned the farm and made their home
there since last fall will go to Vassal-
boro at once, where Mr.. Sawtelle will
accept position with the Maine Cen
trail April 1.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23
NOTICE.

The recent change in city officers neces.
states the immediate collection OF out
standing taxes, which are to be paid to the
retiring collector. Notice Is hereby given
that all poll and personal estate taxes not
paid by April ], 1903, will be enforced as
provided by the statutes governing the
collection Of taxes Real estate taxes not
paid by Oct. /. will be enforced against
the property by advertisement and sale
as provided by law. The collector will be
at the City hall office during the remain
der of the present month daily from to
O'clock p. M. and on Saturday even
ings, for the purpose of receiving such
C. X. TILDEN.
Collector of Taxes.
march12dtapril1
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Bishop ROGERS Dead.

Chatham. N. b., March 22.-Right
Rev. James Rogerts, D. d.. Roman
Catholic bishop of Chatham, died here,
this morning. Yesterday and through
last night he seemed slightly better,
but at 5 o'clock, this morning there
was a decided change for the wrose and
he passed peacefully away soon after
ward. The tolling of the pro-Cathedral
bell announced the sad news to the
people. The funeral will be held,
Thursday morning at $50 o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23

Among recent visitors in camp have
been Mrs. Walter 1. Curtis. Gardiner;
Melvin H. Mill, Rangeley; Emma Ste
vens. Augusta c. r. Grover, {. NJ. Ste
vens, South Freeport; Harriet NJ. John
son, II. ii. Sturgis, South Standish; jose
phine ii. IIodsdon, Pownal; j. o. Mead,
Bridgton; Mrs. NJ. Higgins, Mrs. Hersom,
Augusta; II. A. Drake Greenvile; Mrs.
Goodrich, A. III. Goodrich, Hallowell
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23
WATERVILLE.

The little 2-year-old daughter of
John Fellows, Paris street, was severe
ly burned, Saturday, by upsetting a
dipper filled with boiling water from a
table on which it was sitting. The hot
water took the child in the face, Sc
verely burning it, especially one side.
Her condition was considered very
serious, Saturday but there was good
hope of recovery at that time. y
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23
Installation of Officers, U. r., X. of r

The installation of the officers-e elect
of Hallowell Company, U. R., K. of p,
at their hall, Friday evening, was the
occasion of a large gathering of the
members, and a very pleasant and
profitable meeting. The officers elect
are: Captain, +. E. Blake; LIST lieut.,
H. E. Andrews; I'd lieut., George L.
White; guard, Fred Howard; sentinel,
Samuel Perkins; secretary, Frank
Winslow; treasurer, George Willis.
The installing officers were Major
Sturtevant and Capt. Ware of Augusta.
Following the installation a fine ban
Quet was served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23
Special Election, Today.

The special election for voting on the
Gardiner Water District bill will take
place, today. The polls will open at 10
o'clock and close at in the afternoon.
No especial excitement is anticipated
and very large vote will probably not
be thrown. The board Of aldermen
will meet in the city rooms in the even
ing to receive the returns from the
election and will probably appoint
some Of the subordinate city officers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23
Lipton,s Representative Arrives.

New York, March 22-Among the pas
sengers who arrived, today. per steamer
Etruria from Liverpool, was II. Hier Da-
vies. Sir Thomas Lipton's representative
in New York. Mr.. Davies was pleased to
learn that the Shamrock III was success
fully launched and said he expected In
structions from Sir Thomas within the
next few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23

Edward Doyle of Lynn. Mass, who
is making a six weeks visit to rela-
tives and friends in Hallowell and vi
entity, is recovering from the effects of
d severe seige of pneumonia. He plans
to remain here until he has recovered
his usual good health and will proba-
bly, exercise his saddle horse, which he
recently purchased.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23

The Hallowell and Chelsea ferry
braves the rapid river currents daily,
but the passengers are obliged to work
their passage in order to effect land
ing at the proper place-and much de-
ponds also upon Ferryman Stevens, the
expert navigator.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-03-23
Assaulted and Robbed,

Marlboro, Mass, March 22-Miles
Sweeney, aged so, a cigar maker, was
found in the common on lower Main
street, early this evening, in an uncon-
scious condition. The police went to
work on the theory that he was as
saulted and robbed. They believe ar
rests will soon follow.