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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

First meetings were held. Friday. at
tn" Office OF the referee in bankruptcy
for kennebec county. in behalf OF tie
following petitioners: Horace Cove Of
Waterviilc, WAS found to have no as
sets no trustee was appointed and no
further meetings will be held. Dana
ID. NaSg Of Gardiner was examined
with the same results. also Fred q.
Chllds of Vienna. and Horace r. Moore
Of WaterrIle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

The Diamond Spring Water can be
had at its low rate of prices same as
years ago. The new diamond spring
that was stoned, cemented and venti-
lated last summer is very favorably
located on high round beyond the
range Of all houses, far above the old
diamond spring.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31
The treasurer of the Howard Benevo-

The treasurer of the Howard Benevo-
lent Union has received through the
hands of Hon. Thomas ]. Lynch. the
sum Of 800. the same having been re-
ceivcd from Mrs. Carrie A. Vose. for
merry Il resident of this city. This is
Mrs. Noses fifteenth annual contribu-
tior Of the above amount to the How
ard BcneVolcnt t'rion. and this re-
occurring generous act is deeply APP
preciat"d net only by the Union. but
by the public.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

The "Hustler's" great mark down sale
IS attracting the people from far and
near. Many are already inspecting
prices ana goods. so as to be ready
when Monday morning arrives. to buy.
what a clearance of goods these low
prices promise to make. See big ad.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

The American Royal Circle will in
stitute Augusta Lodge in this city
Tuesday evening. Jan. 10. The cere-
monies will be conducted by State or
ganizer ii. l.. Strickland of this city
and the lodge Will start with a charter
membership OF 100. The ceremonies OF
institution will take place in Wood-
mans hall.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

Inc barber shop at the Augusta
House is being fitted up by Lee John
son. who will serve the guests of the
house in the capacity OF tonsorial ar
list, this season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31
Daily kenneber Jcurnal


water is said to be scarce in the
country. and many farmers have to
maui ii long distance to supply their
stock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

Repairs We're made yesterday on the
pool equipment at Hotel North. The
tables were leveled up and the covers
relaid. putting everything in first class
shape
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

When troubled with cold give
Chamberiain's Cough Remedy a trial.
1t always cures and IL pleasant ana
safe to take. The enormous sale of this
remedy ct home and abroad for more
than a quarter Of century Is certainly
sufficient guarantee Of Its superior ex-
celie1ce For sale by John Cough
AuEusts. G. II. 6eane. Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

pttal. We're sent to Brunswick, Friday
afternoon. on train 102. The age of the
deceased was SIS, and the cause OF death.
Terminal demcntia.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

i-uAt 4 Br2nn offer you. three Spools
.! J. 4 Z. Coats White crochet cotton.
io"-yd. spoolS Tor 10 cents. Regular
pilce '-c".ts i spool. Thay also have a
they viii sell 1t a iibar,, die.o,,,,t
Have, you seen The harhinerrs Of an
other spring i'll Russell & Weston 90. 4
north window? Think. OF 5000 ward
next spring style. lowell patterns. in
dress goods. C;iEgha.ns of pic .al1n;
No defects straight goods si,ont, ,,.,
rf thi. ,.or,,,,,,>.s .,rnr:.a..
sr,priso his. IN, ,f sro,., ,,,,lr,t.'
odds aul ,nls .tc met ea,.,.,I e
the whole s1nc;, If ,,,es,. oa'.,l'. i
marked dawn T., ,,tr,1Iv Ia.s +t>a,, t-fr
urire Please gn.. III. II, !. 49, Iii!
"''', - ''i' t. e'i ci"'heS ana
''''is' = ~ ie''i'S dresses.
- i'''''@ :" - 1T 'iieil.
Trnr,ondn,,e slau.r,+.r oai,,
powdi,cn g U,h.t4,.,, fo,, ~,
nf b,li,a,- ,,.,,le ,-,, ,,,, ,
~, !" anu oe NICE lor
= -
p Nj HAYES =. ..ii, ba 5o,int+o1 ..
have his h,ke,,, ana foam. s',,., NJ,
aim Ioy cabin ,noI,;... a. VIII y,,..
~ hair ,,,ic. =. ,,a,, ,ozo,,
Ii will be delight to renew
acquaintance with Pettis' delicious
sweets at Saturdays low prices. Wal
tut fudge, X cents;- peanut blossoms.
10; needham's, cents per dozen.
t1an a,,or ~ = - r. '""''
Pulos' candy corner presents q dis
play of fancy box choro lates that win
catch lots of New Years hIvers IT,
day. delicious chocolate walnuts only
..c. also chocolate recans ~. His
ovn make, fresh molasses kisses oi,Iv
re.
| How is this FOR Augusta Fruit 60"
God navel oranges 1G for 25c. , lbs.
| Iciorida Crane rrui an3 F,o,.i,i, nran..u
also fine Malaga cranes. figs Unmarried
nuts. etc. etc.
|
their Indictment and t,y- tho uat,;,.t
brand Of canned cor, and beans Ala
the RovaI Puru,e brand reas The y;,l.t
brand peaches they are able +, sell
fturLevs chickens ,ucks ,nd oooc.
| Also aIiiereeu stuff and very fancy aud
sweet f2E comm Florida o,sn~as g,auo
fruit MaIaga. cranes Hing ann,es and
LII, t.;,' - ,.. -.
7o'> ''''S'' -. eollo- ~" 'i''i'e'
Great millinery sale at Bucklev's.
one lot of hats which were from 81 %
to $500. are now 73c.: one lot Of hats
which were from s225 to s3.75 are
now s1.47: one LOT Of hats which w4r,
from Il 90 to {, "a ,ra now 80 A.. ana
i"t OF mats Which We're rom S6oo I"
S'."', are now N".A'- All better mats
h''fk'o GOWN III proportion. All f"lt
SHAPES - !" ~ 'oout = price III.
irn,t ie''ii'rS a''' any ui''i,l''ns'S y
'''' MINUS ~ 50 ''' d ''s "'' "''''
St,nlae Smith e Moody have iuSt
,.ooai,aa !, l,,ga s,,onI,, IL ~. u1,.,,
I,t.,.t .o,os ~ s,.at music al, Of 100
'N'
John Coughlin has some choice things
left over from his fresh new holiday
stock. You can select any at cost. to-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

The remains Of Fannie A. Hinckley
who died. Dec. 30. at the Insane hos
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31
AUGUSTA CHURCHES.
Sunday Services Which All Are Cor
daily invited to Attend.

ST. BARNABAS CHAPEL. Bangor St..
Sunday school at Z. 45 o'clock z. NJ: even
ing prayer at $50 O'Clock J.. NJ.
GREEN STREE, CHURCH.; 1890. sub
Go1lG ol; p. NJ. subject: Resolutions
RST CHRISTIAN CHURCH, North
Avenue:- Service at 1890 A. NJ; Sun
chool at l. NJ. social service at p
IIsTIlN SCIENCE services will he
Nv GOODMAN hall. No. 81 Water
spd:y at II A. NJ; subject
. Wednesday, evening at 7.A5.
CATHOLIC CHURCH
Il Mass at 7.3v A. NJ:
% A. NJ; Vespers and
blessed Sacrament at
Nj SOCIETY. Edward
& Public Worship at
SERMON New Life
hday school at close
!: Services Sunday
!. Sunday school al
the evening at
g Wednesday even
gTRCH. Rev. C. A.
services Mt 100
subject :s3nm
GRss'Pi =.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31
SPECIAL SALE LOCALS.

I-unt & Brann Offer you, three spools
u J. 4 p. Coats White crochet cotton.
loa-yd. spools for 10 cents. Regular
price '-ceiits i spool. Thay also have a
few slightly ~oilcd white aprons which
tiey will sell ut a liberal discount.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31
United BROTHERHOOD OF CAR

UIVI 70 Btu TIE NIIOOO VI O'S''
pentcrS and joinerS of hmo riCa. Local
Union No ~. Regular mc"ting. MONDAY
uirht at 80 o'clock. ut i'arrent"i hali
Water street Nomination and election
Of officers
H. HUMPHREY. Pres.
IRA H. FOSTER. Rec. Ser ":
JOHN +. SPAULplNG. Fin. Sec'y
tphll th fri .Sat.tf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

N. {. O.. p, kENNE8EC LODGE. NO.
-, meets in Modern Woodmen Hall. sec.
ord and fourth Thursday evenings OF
MAI'DE NJ. MOSHER. Warden.
ANNIE s. ARNOLD Rec. Sec
r F. WHITEHOUSE, Fin. Sec.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

Buy today your asbestos stove mats
and haze plenty for use to prevent food
from bhrnins and scorching. Only &c.
each tbday. at Swift 4 Turner's, where
YOU will find some beautiful framed
pictures Numerically slaugh tered in
price, SO all will be sold for New
Years presents.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

We make the Of the goods
before Calf Monday
for everything No Furniture Carpets Rags will
stock No odds and ends to unload Look for
prices Remembe numter.
a. a. G1lHE 225 Water Street,
~&H A1A ~OO-2 Augusta Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

Henry Smith Of ToguA, while on a
visit to this city, Thursday afternoo21
s .s;s
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31
AUGUSTA LODGE DIRECTORY.

asThLEAEM LODGE, NO. 50, r. &
NJ Stated communica ion, Monday,
ian. = at : 30 O'Clock. at Masonic Tenn
bl, All sojournng brethren are cordially
POWER S. MOONEY. w. M
j. f.. BLANCHARD. Sec.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

r. e. Leighton has some very pretty
and desirable holiday goods left. suit
able for New Years presents. Very
low prices today.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

Take notice and stock up while syot
may. at only cents per pair, fNr thOs,
serv;ceable canvas gloves for men
Co.'S, where a new lot has. been
ceived. Take note also of the
leader in Csc. heavy cotton and
mere hose for men, now only
pairs soc. See window diSpla
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

Trem"ndous slaughter going on At
HoWdi'ch 4 Wcbst@!'s for a fat. Lots
of holiday goods ynu car select firm
to-day. cost much less and be nice for
4 New Years present;
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

member the quality OF Churchs home
cooked corned beef.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

John Coughlin has some choice things
left over from his fresh new holiday
stock You can select any at cost. to-
dly,to close.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31
AUGUSTA LODGE, NO. 141. +. & A.

NJ Annual communica ton. Tuesday, Jan
" at 10 F. NJ. Reports Of officers for
ua.t year and election of officers for 1915.
bu sujourning brethren are cordially in
yited 10 attend.
VIZ JOHN CLAIR MINOT. w. NJ
CLAUDE w. TOWNSEND, Sec.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

F. Nj. Hayes. ,'r.. will be delighted to
have his bakery and teams serve all
win log cabin co0li-.; for New Years
At half price, 90 per dozen.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

Staples. Saith & Moody have just
received Il large supply of the very
latest songs in sheet music all at 19c
each.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

How is this FOR Augusta Fruit O.
God navel oranges 16 for 25c. lbs;
missed NUS 90. Very fancy russo
Florida grape fruit ana Florida orange
also fine Malaga grapes, figs, importe,
nuts, etc, etc.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

IMPERIAL LODGE, D. OF H.. NO. 2.
A o l.. w. Meetings in G. \. r. Hall
the frs, and third Fridays in each molth.
M ...H o'clock.
SADIE: l.. METCALF. G. Of ~.
\F!h.lE G.. PHII.BkIck. Recorder.
LMMA VI KNkEkNS Llnnr.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

1t will be Height to renew
acquaintance with Pettis' delicious
sweets at Saturdays low prices. Wal
tut fudge, X cents:- peanut blossoms
llr; needham's, cents per dozen
:;uy freely as these prices are lower
tlan ever.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

Pulos' candy corner presents a dis
play of fancy box chOrO lateS that vii
catch lots of New Years buyers. To
day. delicious chocolate walnuts. onl,
e. also chocolate oceans 22c. Hi
"Vn make. fresh mollsses kisses, on,
l.c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

\Qw about the great clearance sale
Hes hats, Whitman & Adams Co
lvertising? Awfuliy low prices
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

ROSE OF SHARON CHAPTER, o. e.
s stated meetings the first Wednesday
evening Of each month at 100. All mem
bers sOjournirg in the city are Invited to
attend.
ELIZABETH A. THOMPSON. Secretary
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-12-31

PINE CONE COUNCIL, NO. 1891.
ROYAL Arcanum meets at Golden Cross
Hall. ID and 4th Fridays of each month
o. II. ANDERSON. Regent
H r. LOWER, Sec.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1904-10-27

A quarter pound sugar, six eggs,
quarter pound -four; stir sugar and
yolks together, then add -four and
beaten whites. Mark off on D
round places the size of d silver dol
lar. Put the mixture into a paper
tunnel or pastry bag and squat small
bits in the center of rings; lay the
PAPER in a pan and bake in a medium
hot oven to a delicate brown. When
cold remove them from the paper,
hollow them out a little, fill each
one with whipped cream, sweeten
with sugar, put two together with
The filed sides together; then did
them into chocolate glacc, BY holding
them on a fork; lay them on a wire
grating to dry; then put them for a
few minutes in a cool oven. These
little cakes may be baked in small
forms and when done they are hol-
lowed out and filed either with
vanilla or whipped cream.-Ledger
MONTHLY,
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1904-10-27
Baked ~Cranberrie.

In an earthen dish put q quart Of
picked and washed berries; owe
with water. Cover the dish and put
It in the oven. Bake slowly until the
berries are soft. Then add, stirring
carefully, two cupfuls Of sugar.
Bake for IS minutes longer.-Wash-
lngton Star.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1904-10-27
Something to Remember.

Do not forget that there are al
ways two parties to every nvers
tion, she who talks and she who lis
tens. "A good listener is invariably
popular, and to listen well one must
pay attention and be interested iii
what is said.--Ladies' Home Journal.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1904-10-27

The Iowa professor who said
Kansas was crazy on account OF its
geographical position finds some
defenders in Kansas. "The worst
Of IT Isl says one, ssthat our geo
graphical position can't be
changed: Wen always be close
Ito Iowa."
The Meeker herald., 1904-12-24

Much of the dead and down timber
lie upon tho ground or even In the water
for many years without deterloratinE. In.
deed, lumbermen will tell you that water
cured lumber Ia the best and hence they
allow logs to soak in the booms year after
year before they are cut. The same In
true of fallen logs In the forest, but un-
less there IL railway convenient u 10
dinicult, expensive and often impossible
to get them out. Some Of them can be cut
up into shingle bolts: that II: tho trunks
can be sawed into sections eighteen fnchos
and three feet long ind hauled out to the
nearest shingle mill.
Occasionally fallen FIR trees can De
reached by what are called skid roads
that Is trails cut through the woods and
laid crosswise with the trunks of small
trees over which sledges can be- hauled.
The cross pieces are placed at Intervals
of two or three feet and are creased with
crude petroleum and other lubricants 20
over them easily. When contractors u,,-
dertake to clear a forest of timber they
first build n skid road" That is abso-
lutely necessary. If 1t is a large forest
and a large job rude railway Is CON
structed and the logs and shin-le bolts
are hauled out by steafn on low. strongly
built fiat cars. But while the body OF
one of the giants of u Washington forest
may be sold for 500 or $500 at 4 sawmill
and be worth 5000 or 1900 " cut up
into timber or shingles. It - absolutely
worthless in the forest 1t has no more
value than a load of ice twenty miles
south OF the North Pole.-William II. Car
ter. In Chicago Record-Herald.
The Meeker herald., 1904-12-24
Animal. a. s.vi n, M, -rs.

In spite of the fact that man is not an
instructive swimmer, as are most OF me
that are not aquatic In endurance in the
water. It Is reported that. in attempting
Gently, man covered thirty miles before
he succumbed . exhaustion. The only
land animals that are known to be able
which are probably the strongest swim
mers among animals not specially ADAPT
ed by nature for the water,
Deer and horses rank next to bears in
swimming powers. Deer swim rapidly
and gracefully. and 1t = not uncommon
even fifteen miles In the water. Horses
are powerful swimmers, and have none
Of the nyer.ion toward entering the hn wa wa
mails which can swim well when forced
to. number of horses that were pms
tured on the American side OF the
across this broad stream IN order TO re-
turn to their old stables II may be use e,
the horse & expected TO swim any CON
back. hold the animal lightly by the tail.
and allow It to tow you across; This re-
lieyes the horse Of the weight OF the
body, and enables him to swim faster and
much farther than otherwise would bs
Dogs vary greatly in ability as. swim
mastiT and Ct Bernard excel all others.
a retriever known to the writer once one, FOL
was much exhausted. however. when
drawn into the boat
The elephant is good swimmer. ana
the wild animals of tho cat family. the
tiger. the panther. the jaguar, and others
do not hesitate to cross lakes and rivers.
On the other hand. the domestic cat
shrinks from immersion. and browns
quickly. The nostrils of some email AMI
mails are so placed az to render breathing
very dIflcult when they are in the water.
Among these are mice and rabbits. which
will drown without sinking beneath the
surface. Rats are excellent swimmers.
Almost all birds except those which are
distinctly natntorial are nearly helpless IN
water. Small birds in particular. have no
power of propulsion. and, though they
do not sink. they drown quickly Even
many species Of waterfowl rise from the
water with difficulty. or not at all. when
their wings are wet. After sea gull
pIunses and returns to the surface II
dried by the wind and sun before 1t at
All reptiles swim. Almost all snakes
move thro~eh the water with as much
ease and Ipidity as on land. Rattle
snakes. for example. are much given to
swimming in plac water u 1t is not TOO
they may be often seen. It Is well To
know that to attach !, K. from rom, boat 7ncn
more dangerous proceeding than to at
tack the snake on land. The reason Is
that the reptile will Immediately make
for the boat, since II must have solid
base from which to strike. i half leaps
and half climbs into the craft. and there
10 a fight at uncomfOrfably close quar-
te1.-8uccesx.
The Meeker herald., 1904-12-24
Japan !. Soldiers
Expect to Die.


Tokio.-Unbroken waves Of cheers from
the direction of Shinebashi station last
night told that more hghting men were
SG,nE to the tSs lar no was last OF
The wives. mothers. brothers and chill
dren who shouted "Banzai! waved hags
neady e taken last farewell Of their sol
diers. They have no expectations OF ever
again seeing them alive .,.,o.
universally true, In Japan. that me sais
return OF one who has gone 70 nght IN
marked with great di.fayor, No h mn.tsf
honorably In battle. or performe1 deeds
OF daring. he still lives: and that demands
n aRee1sth that despite this discriminating fact
lie served his emperor Loyalty
The satisfaction that he lives to serve .
minds there il but one glory for Jap;
anese soldier. the glory of dying; and
many a brave lad on his re return urn ,ra mas
wished himself dead when hrst CONFRONT
ed by his relatives. it,
After The frst shock of seeing him
alive natural rans sieh The
fatted calf is killed. sake flows freely
and the prodigni is forgiven;
sci =" balls Us stand outside the tiny house.
from which banners and streamers hoa.;
bearing the name TeEims snd,e sra Desplte
instead of a fragment OF flesh or bone in
tiny comm. lie Deconeb Quitc INC heiS
OF the hour
japanese toward their soldiers, Admiral
Kamimura's communication or the enorls
of the Russians to save lie When tne
cruiser Rurik was sunk thrusts vital
question TO the front. To-day Japan 10
menaced by a great danger IN the eager
ness with which her officers and men
commit suicide to escape the disgrace or
capture or defeat.
It is the old samurai spirit burning
fercely in the fighting men of to-day. and
in the minds OF many hari-kari is incum-
bent upon them in the name OF honor 70
avoid defeat or capture True. without
this spirit which begets mighty deeds OF
daring and sublime fenrlesSness OF death.
Yet with every life thus needlessly sacrl-
feed Japans resources are by 80 much
impaired.
And 1t seems that Admiral Kamimura
does not stand alone In his opinion, More
tlan one of1icer of rank has thus ex-
pressed himself. and but a few weeks ago
an officer. addressing his men prior to an
engagement. impressed on them the folly
Of needlessly sacrificing their lives
1t Is defyings public sentiment to take
pioneers of n new code. But as Japan
throws on the shackles of feudallsm and
deals with problems OF to-day. she must
admit that the causes for hari-kari have
passed.
The practice undoubtedly had Its origin
in fear of the consequences of defeat.
when defeat meant fiendish torture of
prisoners taken. Thus II vas cot strange
that the Samnrai never failed to reckon
with possibly having to take his own IIfs.
tom. the rurvival of a barbarous age,
must be swiftly annihilated In order that
Japan may place herself in the foremost
rank of civilized nations.-New York Sun.