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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

The merchants report after the Christ
mas trade, an unusually good business
and this would infer that many Christmas
gifts were made. A fall of snow that
would have made good sleighing would
have aided no little in a larger business
for then the people from the country dis
tricts would probably have come into the
city in larger numbers and at this time
of the year sleighing always has a terden-
cy to Iivcn trade. However, the traders
are not heard to complain and now that
the rush of the season is over the quiet
of the winter will be resumed and events
take their usual course.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

The report of the meeting of the
Lizzie I'll. Towlc" Temperance Union
is through combination of circum-
stances little delayed, this week, but
the meeting itself was held as usual
and afforded a pleasant and profitable
hour to those present. Among the Wis
itors present We're Mrs. Pevey and Miss
Inez Hill of Augusta. Miss Hill very
kindly entertained the members with a
much appreciated song. A poem was
read by Mrs. Libby and Mr.. Parsons
contributed a song to the evenings
entertainment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26
Leighton Ames.

The home of Mr.. and Mrs. Llewellyn
Ames at Granite Hill was the scene
of d very pretty wedding ceremony,
Thursday evening. when their daugh-
ter. Katherine Leslie was united in
marriage to Percy Leighton, popular
Granite Hill young man, by Rev. w. d.
Plummer, pastor of the First Baptist
church. A number of invited friends
were present and the happy couple
were given large number of beautiful
presents as we'll as their best wishes
for a long and happy life.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Christmas passed off very quietly in
Gardiner and in the afternoon after the
stores closed the business section of
the city had an appearance very much
like that of a Sunday. Skating seemed
to be about the only mode of recreation
that could be enjoyed by the people in
general and a large number could be
seen on the river during both the fore
noon and afternoon. a dance in For
esters hall in the evening furnished
pleasure for those thus inclined and so
the day passed. The evening. how
ever. was marred by the fatal accident
on Oak street and the usual excite
ment and gathering of the crowd when
the fire signal blows.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Ten Nights in a Bar Loom" will be
presented, this evening, at the Johnson
Opera house by the Wilson Company
This company is one of an cnvablc rcpu-
tation as an efficient one. 1t comprises z
people and is one of the successful com
panies on the road. A full band and or
chestra accompanies the company and Il
fine performance is assured. A street pa
rade will he given at noon and Il concert
in front of the theatre will be given be
fore the norfOrmanCc.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

The funeral Of the late Capt. John
Narncy will occur from the house, at
100 this afternoon. 1t is expected that
Rev. Edward Chase Of kennebunkport
formerly pastor of the Old South Con-
frrcgational church, will ofticiatc. Mrs.
James Richmond, a daughter Of the de-
ceased, arrived from Chichester, n. H.,
Thursday evening, Mr. Richmond COM
ing, Friday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26
William Griffin.

William Griffin died at the hospital
Thursday evening, aged 81 years. Mr.
Griffin, who was q native of Ireland
came to boyhood in his boyhood and
enlisted there, in September, 1864, as 4
private in G Co. of the goth Nc. No'.
I'M, with which he served until the
close of the war. He was discharged
at Savannah, Ga, in August, 1865. He
was several times q member of the
Eastern Branch, his last rcadmission
being in July 1900. The remains will
be taken to Portland, this morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26
Saturday and Sunday Concerts.

Tic concert program to be rendered by
the Home orchestra at the Opera house,
this and Sunday evenings, is, by request:
March-"under the American Eagle
Elii!:
Observation-Disclosures Thomas
Variations on "Massa's in dc Cold. Cold
Ground" crsinS
Cornct Solo. Mr. Moritz.
Selection from Wizard of the Nile"
Herbert
WaltZcS-''Iolanthe." IIolHmann
Gnllnt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Warren Jones, son of w. T. Jones
had a narrow escape from drowning
some days ago. He had ska ted down
from Augusta, to 4 point at the lower
end of the city near Loudon hill, when,
in leaving the ice, he skated into a
hole. He had thought the way per-
fectly safe, for the reason that he had
seen a man go ashore at the place a
few moments before. BY cool and level
headed work he managed to save him
eNIf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26
Bishop Potter Is LII.

New York, Dec 25.-It was learned,
today, that Bishop Henry c. Potter is
confined to his bed as the result of an
accident sustained a fw days ago, but
it is expected that he will be about in q
few days.
Eiship Potter was getting into his
carriage in front of his office last
Tuesday morning, when nc slipped ard
fell lie was burdencd VITA q great
pile of books ut tho time and the fail
strained several ligaments in thesca!f
of his leg.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26
JUST TWO WEEKS
Given by Japan for an Answer from
the Russians.

London, Dec. 25.-The Daily Mails
Kobe correspondent says that it is re-
ported that the note of Baron Koruna,
japanese minister of foreign affairs,
TO Baron De Rosen, the Russian min
lister, i'll response to Russia's reply to
the claims of Japan, had paragraph
to the effect that only two weeks would
be allowed for an answer. This period
will expire, Jan. Z.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

An agent having business in the pulp
mill, Thursday, left his horse and top
buggy in the yard without fastening.
The horse, becoming restless or fright
ened, started from the lower gate, pass
ing around large pile Of short lum-
Der, onto the railroad track, which it
followed at lively gait, the carriage
swaying from side to- side as the wheels
struck the sleeper. THE track at this
place was a sheer descent on each side
OF over 50 feet. The horse, on reaching
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26
Senator Hanna Much Better.

Cleveland. g.. Dec. Ex-senator Han
ma, who was taken ill several days ago,
in New York, and who arrived home.
yesterday, in private car was re-
ported to be feeling much better, to-
DAY The senator was able to be about
his home during the day and received u
number of callers
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26
Church Noticea.

Methodist Episcopal church. Rev. w
Canham, pastor: 1880. morning worship
with sermon by the pastor, l. NJ, Sunday
school in the vcstries: 5 p. NJ. meeting Of
Junior Epworth League; 61J devotional
service of the Epworth League omitted;
Z, Christmas concert by the Sunday
school. Following is the program:
Organ Voluntary.
Anthem. Choir
Responsive Reading,
Superintendent and School
Sinsing-"Ring, Joy Bells, Ring" School
Prayer, Pastor
Singing-"In Thine Arms, Q Night
School
Rccitaton-"Wclcomc
Norman and Leslie Gray
Class Eyercsc-'Little Helpers"
Song-'Heralds of Gladness,n
Recitation, '''. Ruth Kittr riI
Kccitation- The Christ Child,
Grace Cossiil
Song-"Itark, the Christmas Bells
Primary Class
Class Exercise" Christmas snowakcs.
Singing" Christmas Bells" School
Jesus,
Martha Parkhurst
Eccitaton-"A Letter to Santa Claus"
Dorothy Tcnncy
Kccitation-"Christm Carol,
Ada Vigus
Song-"What Gifts Shall We Bring
Primary Class
Class Excrcisc-"Thc Attributes Of
Christ"
Song, Baker Hall Girls
Singing-"The Christmas story School
EcCitation-''Why?' Hazel Clifford
Recitation-"Thc New Born Babe,
Ina Heath
ong-"Wonderfu Song
Hattie Smith. Jennie Bradbury
Glass Excrcisc-'Thcre Were Shepherds.
Recitation Jennie bradbury
Singing-"The Angel Chorus" School
Recitation, Olive PERKINS
Miss Celia Hurd
Singing -Hymnal No. 2iS.
School and Congregation
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

At the First Baptist church, l.. II.
Clarke, pastor: Public worship at i02
with sermon by the pastor subject:
Christ in the World, His Place in Your
Life His Tlace in Your Work." Sabbath
school at close of service: Junior G. T..
at o'clock; evening; union service at the
Coliseum.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

At a meeting of the Loyal Legion
held in Portland recently, a merited
tribute was paid the memory Of the
late Companion Eliphalct Rowell, in
resolutions drawn by Gen. c. w. TIL
den, ex-Gov. Frederick ROBBIE and
Capt Chas. L. Nash, and adopted by
the Legion.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26
The Hospital Sunday Evening Concer

The vocal concert at the hospital, Sun
day evening at 6 o'clock, will consist OF
the following numbers:
"Holy. Holy. Lord God Almighty! Hebcl
ooh, Come, Let Us Adore Him. Reading
Calm on the Listening Ear of Night,
Hopllns
"Christmas Awake Fuliei
Solo. Miss Noble.
Miss Noble.
Peace on Earth, Coed Will to Men,
Willis
Christmas Song-"Cantiquc De Noel
Adam
Mr.. Parsons.
lead. Kinf'-- Light" Newman
"Joy TO the World, Watts
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

A union service will be held in the Coli
scum, Sunday evening. Evangelist Gale
Will be present The meetings that have
been held in this city during the past sew
eral weeks on Sunday evenings have
proved highly pleasant and profitable and
a continuation of the interest and helpful
ness is anticipated.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Christmas tree and entertainment
was held at the Cannard Street church,
Thursday evening. There was large
attendance, every seat being occupied
The program Of the evening, with
music, both vocal and instrumental,
was very pleasing. The tree, loaded
with many choice presents, was very
handsome, and attracted much atten-
ton. The distribution of presents was
a feature of the evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Ralph Robinson, who has been see
ing little of the world, having lately
returned from a trip across the ocean,
in a steamer is now stopping in Mill-
nocket, and will try roughing it in the
woods for a couple of months.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Elm Hill Dairy Farm, at the Free
port poultry show, out of q birds
shown, IS took prizes. Brown Leg
horns: First on one year; LIST on sec
ond, 1st pulet, LIST and I'd cockerel;
1st on highest scoring bird in Medter-
ranean class, Rhode Island Reds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

The young people Of the Church of
the Sacred Heart made a very gem
erous present to the children of the
Maine Industrial School who have their
church home with them. A purse of
s15 was raised by them and expended
under the direction of Misses Coughlin
and Stafford, for books which We're
presented through Mrs. King, princi-
pal of the school.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Among the Togus people spending the
Christmas holidays out of camp are
Ma!or and Mrs Ellwell, Captain Ander-
son, Mrs. Anderson and Miss Anderson,
ANA Assistant Surgeon Kimball, at
Portland; Major Comins Of p Co at
Boston; and Captain and Mrs. Oaiiman
with their children in Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26
Church Notices,

st. Matthew's church, Rev. W. F.
Livingston, rector: Sunday after
Christmas Morning prayer and holy
communion at 1890; Sunday school
at 11.45.
Universalist church, Rev. o. F. AL
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

word, pastor: Services, tomorrow, at
1870 A. M, conducted by the pastor.
Sermon theme: THE Telling of the
Tale" BY request the choir will re-
peat the Christmas music given, last
Sunday. Sunday school at IL M. Ser
vice at Richmond, z. M.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26
Alfred Roberts,

Alfred Roberts of Fail River, Mass,
died ut the hospital, Friday morning,
aged So years. Mr.. Roberts was admit
ted to the Central Eranch in 1898 and
transferred here in November, 1900. He
served in X Co. OF the 12Sth Ind. Vol.
Inf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

| The result of the doll voting contest at
| Weber Bros was as follows: Helen
| Weymouth, 1887; Norma Chase 1911; Ado
| liza Potter, 100 The young ladies will
call at the store, today, and receive their
| dolls
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

There will be a general rehearsal of
| the Christmas concert at go this af-
ternoon, at the Methodist church. All
| who are to sing or speak are especially
urged to be present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

the Universalist church will have it's
Christmas supper and tree, tonight, at
the church vcstry. Supper at $50;
unwilling of the Christmas tree at 7.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Mr.. and Mrs. A. V. Mclaughlin of
Carmel and their daughter Miss Vesta
of Bangor, were the guests, Christmas
of Mr.. and Mrs. Archer Snare.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26
NATIONAL HOME.

The annual election Of officers will
take place at the next regular meeting,
Tuesday, Dec. 20.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Mrs. Rittall. who has been in very
poor health for several months, has
lately much improved, and her friends
are hopeful of her complete recovery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Miss Margaret Danforth, who has
been i'll Boston for some time, PASSED
Christmas at her home in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26
Thrce Deaths at Fuller. Pa.

Butler. Pa, Dec. 25.-Ry the addition
Of three deaths, today. the typhoid
fever victims now number n. Two
new cases were reported, TO-DAY.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Hon. and Mrs. Clarence 2. Weston
of Newton, Mass, were the guests,
yesterday, of Mrs. Weston's sister, Mrs.
Carrie Macomber.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Fish and daugh-
ter, left, Thursday morning, for Lew
iston, where they spent Christmas With
relatives.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Miss Lizzie Stevens Of Monmouth, is
spending the winter with Mrs. A. w.
Winter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Chapel services, Sunday: Mass at $50
A. NJ, with sermon by FIR. Michigan;
morning prayer at 1915 A. NJ, and SER
mon by Chaplain Sawyer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Miss A. M. Pratt of Kent's Hill, is
spending the Christmas recess with
her sister, Mrs. M. S. Canham of this
cifV
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Charlie Austin has returned from y
three-Weoks' visit with friends in Wa
tcrvil'c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Mrs. Harry Mclaughlin and children
spent Christmas with relatives il
JoneSport.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26
HALI4OWELL.

Martin e. O'Hehir Of Boston, is maxi
ing a brief visit to his home in this
city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Walter treble, who has lately return
ed from school, is delivering goods for
w. W. Dunning, the grocer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Miss Marietta Parshley and Ernest
w. Parshley went to Yarmouth, Fri
day, to pass Christmas with friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Church crossing, was turned into the
road and quickly secured with no dam
age to the team.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

The actual number of naval and mill
tary prisoners committed to civil
prisons in ireland during 1902 was 527.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

George Rogers returned to Gorham,
Friday, after a visit at his home i'll this
city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Miss Gertrude Hoyt, Western Union
operator at Newport, passed Christ
mas at the home of Mr.. and Mrs. l.. II.
HaineS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26
AUCTION SALE
OF Household Goods
Tuesday, Dec. %,
At 10 A. M.
on the premises,
22O Main Ave-, Gardiner.

The goods consist in part of two heavy
oak characteristics; ! white enamel bed;
Ibed-springs; solid hair mattresses. near
ly new; soft top mattresses; pillows;
feather beds; quilts; puffs; sheets. and
pillow-slips; parlor furnishings: plush and
willow rockers; draperies and lace cur
tains: a lot of carpeting and rugs; oak
extension table; oak sideboard, good one;
| chairs; parlor stove; refrigerator. nearly
new large lot of pictures; lot of dishes;
| l full dinner set. blue and white; cooking
utensils: bric-a-brac and many other ar
ticles. This is a clean lot of household
goods and all in good condition and should
command the attention of any one looking
| for any article in the house furnishing
| line The house is situated on the line
of the electric road. Sale will be positive
regardless of weather for it will take
place in the house. which will be thor
| oughly warmed
| For particulars inquire of
M. A. HARADEN, Auctioncer.
dec4ditSp
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

w. z. Quinn Of Boston, was the guest
of his mother, Mrs. w. H. Quinn, yes
tcrday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Alfred Bullock of Lynn, and Thomas
Bullock of Quincy, were at home,
Christmas.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26

Charles Clary is at home from Dart
mouth College for the holiday vaca-
ton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26
Daily Kennebsc Journa|
GARDINER.

Journals Telephone Call, a-12.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-26
CHOCOLATES

There re no tel Chocolates
BEAUTIFUL. PACKAGES
a
many
selection until and
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-09-23
MODERN METHODS.
Country Merchant Must Adapt Him
self to Changed Conditions.

The country merchant who is try
ing to conduct his business by, the
same methods that were in vogue
fifty years ago forgets that great
changes have taken place in a half
century; that improved facilities for
communication and transportation
have made the people who buy more
independent in their relation to the
people who sell. This changed
condition began with the building of
the railroads and the running of
frequent trains to and from large
cities. 1t has eliminated in the
introduction Of telephones and rural
free delivery. Before the day of
railroads the rural citizen and village
resident had to depend upon the
crossroads or village storekeeper for
almost anything they had to buy.
The city retail merchant made no
effort then to bid for country trade
a hundred miles away. There
was twofold reason for this.
He couldn't attract the attention
of the country buyers because there
we're few newspapers published and
still fewer read in rural districts.
The other reason was the one already
stated--the country buyer couldn't
be drawn to the city because of the
lack of transportation facilities.
1t is useless for merchants in the
country towns to wage a combat
against the forward march ofciviliza-
ton. The herd of buffalo that tried
to butt Union Pacific train off the
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-09-23
POTOSI PICK-U
Special Correspondence to the Herald
from the Quaint Old Town.

Ambrose Seaton, Potosi's popular
druggist, was visitor at Bloomington,
Beetown and vicinity last Friday and
| Saturday.
Peter Vogelsberg of Dubuque is
making his annual visit with his
brother Joe and family at the CONNER
cial. Pete is an epicurean of consider
able note. Hence his frequent visits
at Potosis popular hostelery, where
the appetite of the most fastidious can
always be satisfied.
John Cox of Dickeyville was inter-
viewing friends here Sunday.
| John Wonderlin OF the Hurricane
was down to see his brother Will Sun
day
Mrs. Neil Bell and sons, Golden and
George, Henry Vogelsberg and Fannie
Foster left for Beloit Monday morning.
| G.. III. Lewis and wife, Mrs. JOS Vogels-
berg and Mary Ennor accompanied
them to Dubuque.
Posters are out announcing dance
at the City hall Friday evening, the
25th inst. Music for the occasion by
the Dubuque Harp orchestra. A most
enjoyable time is in store for all who
| u1dy 10 UOAdUS SuOuSA w dUUChNs
Under the new management the liv-
cry business has undergone very no.
ticeable change all for the better.
New top buggies, new carriages, new
horses and new drivers; IN fact, every
thing is being conducted along the
lines of progressiveness and with alac-
rity that invariably brings success to
any business enterprise. The new
proprietors, Messrs. Wonderlin &
Craig, are leaving nothing undone that
will add to the comfort and convent
ence of the travelling public and their
efforts should be rewarded with large
increase in the volume of business
done in their line hereafter.
Game Warden Storrs was down Mon
day looking for big game. We would
suggest that he take some of the Du-
buquers into camp that come up and
| seine our lakes and ponds and kill our
protected game out of season each
spring and fall.
The Mississippi river is rising at an
alarming rate and unless it begins to
recede within the next two days it will
establish new high water mark, very
unusual at this season of the year.
John Buhacker and Ray Winners are
back from the harvest fields in the
Dakotas and Minnesota. They report
conditions about the same as here.
Our old townsman, Chas. Reinecke,
now located at McGregor, Ia, was
shaking hands with his many friends
here Sunday.
Geo. Schumacher, who holds a posi-
ton as motorman with the Dubuque
street railway, spent Friday and Satur-
day with his family.