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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-11-18
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Frederick street an apartment house with all Improvements.
 SALE Frederick street, three family apartment house with all improve ments, house and barn, one mile from cars.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-11-18

DOR SALE--Large white turkeys. Ad- I dress "H.," Democrat office.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-11-18

ITO RENT--5 rooms with al improve l ments, No. 2 Branch street. $i2 per month. Inquire of Nathan Raffel, No. ? Branch street ll-lS.3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-11-18

ElOUND-Pirse containing sum of mon- II ey, in the Brooklyn district. Owner can have same by proving property and paying for this advertisement. Inquire al Donahue's news store 85S Bank street.
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-11-18

EoR SALE-Smali place on Cossct St. II Two acres. two mics from Nauga- tuck. IS Acrss four miles from Litch. field. Must be sold. Other good invest. ments in two and th-ee-family houses. J. E. sANDIFORD. loo Bank St.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-11-18
FOR RElS.

IHlO RENT-Tenement of 5 rooms. all A improvements. Mrs. M. A. Tholnp- son. 32O Baldwin street. il-i7-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-11-18

lVO RENT-Tenement of or rooms l all improvements. Inquire l48 Bish, op street li-l7-tf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17
WATERVILL.E.
COLBY COLLGGE,
Members of the Conference Board
Examinations Begin, Today.

Tonight, at the City Opera house,
will take place the eagerly awaited
presentation of a Night Off, by the
Colby students.
The Record. published by the MEM
bers of the sophomore class. has again
appeared. The usual "roasts' are a
little warmer than those of previous
issues. On the fourth page appears an
account of the recent interclass basket
bah games. on which occasion the
freshmen won the championship.
Examinations for the term will be-
gin in earnest, this morning. Several
oral examinations have been in prog
ress since Tuesday, but the real work
has now begun.
President White issued call in
chapel. yesterday morning. for a meet
ing of each class. and the men and
women of each division, to be held sep
arately, to elect members of the con-
ference board. The names will be an
nouncod in chapel, this morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17
Athletic Games, Tonight.

A large sale of seats for the athletic
games at the Coliseum, TINS evening"
has been had this week and the pros
poets are for one of the largest audi
ences, and this is doubtless due 10 the
fact that the University of Maine bas-
ketball team will contest with the nome
team for the victory and a close ana
exciting game is anticipated. The team
that will be the visitors has the repu :
tation of being one of the strongest in
the State and it has not yet been de-
feated. 1t is understood that If fast
playing is looked for it will be seen
in the game. tonight. The polo game
will be between the Bath and Gardiner
teams and a lively contest is also
expected in this line of sport.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17
Death Of Mrs. Margaret Dale.

Mrs. Margaret Dale died at the home
of her son, w. o. Dale, Second street
Wednesday afternoon, after an illness
of about one week with heart trouble
aged IS years. Mrs. Dale was native
of Richmond. and had made her home
there except for the frequent visits
which she has made here during re-
cent years. She was lady of many
estimablc qualities and was very we'll
known in her native town. Her hus-
band. the late l.. q. Dale of Richmond
died about eight years ago. She is
survived by two sons. w. o. Dale of
this city. and c. NJ. Dale of Richmond
The funeral will be later announced.
The interment will be at Richmond.
The Hallowell members of A. II.
Frost National Relief Corps will attend
the meeting which will occur at Grand
Army hall. Augusta. Thursday even
ing
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17
Hiah Schools Washing ton Trip.

Mr.. Taggett, a representative of thu
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. was in this
city, Wednesday forenoon, and with
Principal Powers of the High school
and several members of the senior
class discussed the arrangements for
the trip to Washington which has been
proposed and decided upon. Very lib
eral rates for the excursion We're
offered by Mr.. Taggctt and the time OF
taking the trip will he definitely de-
cidcd within day or two. "A meeting
was held at the High school building,
Wednesday. and the ACCESSIBILITY OF
taking the trip during the present
school vacation. probably next week,
was talked of and it was learned that
10 members of the class could so il
that was decided upon as the time. and
as others of the class were not present
at the meeting and We're not heard
from. there are probably others that
would take the trip at that time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17
The Pool Tournament.

The first game in the series in the
pool tournament was played in Nc
Donald's billiard and pool parlors,
Wednesday evening. and was between
c. f. Tufts and +. ]. Turner. The game
was seen by Il large number of specta-
tors and was an exceedingly interest .
ing and well played one. 1t was won
by Mr.. Turner, 100 to 90. The next
game in the tournament will be next
Monday night, and will be between
Tom CCnnors and Mr. Turner
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17
The Drama diamonds and Hearts,

a large audience attended the perform
ance of the drama Diamonds and
Hearts" at the Highland avenue Gram
mar school building. Wednesday evening
and were greatly pleased with the play
as presented by the scholars. Refresh
ments were served and a neat sum will!
be added to the treasury of the gradual
ing class. The cast of characters of the
play was as follows:
Bcrnice IIasted. a young lady of u.s. with
an affection of the heart a love of fun
and a hatred of arithmetic,
Efie Elliott
Amy Halstcd:, her sister, two years
younger, fond of frolic.
Alice Delaware, Maggie Sears
lnez Gray a young lady visitor willing
to share in the fun, Bessie Witham
Mrs. Halsted. widow and stepmother to
the IIalstcd girls Hazel Dick
Hannah Mary Barnes. or Sis" a maiden
lady who keeps house for her brother.
Maggie Fender
Dwight Bradley. fortune hunter. and
Mrs. lIalstcd's son by former mar
riage. Clayton Hall
Dr. Burton. a young physician.
ssm ann ioa The dark DeNgX il 5hs s Ma
Abraham Barnes. or "Bub." a Yankee
farmer still unmarried at 40. diamond
in the rough. Grover Hamilton
Attorney, f.dIi fSdcneluei
Sheriff. Harry Willis
This cast was very well selected one
and each member of it did the part very
creditably. Effie Elliott as Bernice Hal
sted was especially good and this was
one Of the strong parts in the piece. Ia
eel Dick in the character of Mrs. Halsted
made this character one of the prominent
| ones and had a very clear conception of
tn" part for which she was cast. Bessie
Witham, Alice Delaware and Maggie
Sears were also very good in their parts
and Maggie Ponder as Hannah Mary
Barres did her character part very we'll
Clayton Hall as Dwight Bradley, the for
tune hunter was one of the good parts
in the play and his work was also credit
able. One Of the best characters was that
of Abraham Barnes, the farmer, and was
done by Grover Hamilton Pickle) in Il
way that made one of the hits of the
evening. Another good part was that of
Sammy the colored bell-boy. and this
was played by Warren Ashton. Harrison
Berry as DIR. Burton was one of the many
good parts of the cast. Earl Bachelor
as the attorney did his part to the salts
faction, and the sheriff, with the big
badge impersonated by Harry Willis.
performed his usual important duties very
well. Altogether the drama was Il most
successful one and deserving of the at
tendance and applause it received.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

very large cut has been made. and the
conditions for handling the cut have
been almost perfect. There has been
plenty of snow in the woods, so that
there has been no trouble about get.
ting the logs to the landings, the snow
packing well on the roads and being
further packed by the use of sprinklers.
which gave fine surface for the sleds.
r. The operators are now busy clear
ing up the winters cut in preparation
lfor the opening of the streams and the
beginning of the driving season. There
is a large amount of snow in the woods
in the country around Moosehead and
al indica tons point to rlenty Of water
for the drives. Practically all Of the
seasons cut has been sold at good
figure. and n good driving season is
all that is now necessary to make the
winter most successful one for the
operators.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

way with her compliments in behalf
of the w. G.. T. U. of Augusta.
| Brief remarks were made by the
president thanking the members Of
the Union for their prompt attendance,
hearty cooperation and support. The
worthy and efficient Treasurer VIM. H.
| Hanson has been at his post of duty
every meeting for year and nine
months showing his interest in the
work. u. l.. Jewett the secretary has
been untiring in his labor for the cause
and has been absent one meeting only
for two years and that on account Of
| illness. Brother Jewett has taken into
the Horne twenty-cight thousand pages
| Of literature. Including this there have
been 40 1872 pages, rot including leaflets
and cards, with other reading matter
taken into the Hospital by the presi-
dent. and members of the Union, ac
conlpanied with words Of cheer for
which they received expressions Of APP
probation. The flowers that adorned
| the desk were taken to the Hospital
after the meeting by member of the
| Union.
Next i'm order was the program which
was arranged in honor of the presi-
dent, it being the second anniversary
of her election. A rising vote of thanks
was given Brother Hanson for the efli-
cicnt manner, in which he has man
aged the financial affairs of the Union.
He responded with few appropriate
remarks. Then came select reading by
Percy Libby; address by Walter
Bailey; song by Miss Hill entitled
Tit for Tat; select readings by Bros.
Macord, Lamont. Rogers and Sisters
Libby and Inez Hill. remarks for the
good of the order, were made by Bros
Wagner. Sylvester Clark and Coburn.
Notwithstanding the stormy weather,
and the attraction in the opera house
the usual number of members were i'll
attendance. After singing, "Blest Be
the Tie that Binds u.s." by the audi
ence the meeting closed with prayer by
| the president.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17
Togus Temperance Union.

The Lizzie Fl. Towle Christian Tenn
perarce Union met at the usual hour,
Tuesday evening and was called to
order by the president, the devotional
exercises consisted Of singing by the
audience. Miss IneZ Hill presiding at
the organ, repeating scripture verses
ana prayer by the secretary. The
regular order of business was then
taken up. Two new names were added
to the rolls. Miss Inez Hill and Mrs.
NJ. a. Clafiin. The presidents desk
was handsomely decorated with ferns,
geramums and a vase Of beautiful
pinks sent BY vice president Mrs. Hol-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

oughly enjoy it for the afterhoo''
was Undoubtedly the largest at'eno.
Aid for years. There were present II"
Guiding invited guests, IS LADIES'.
While this number would oVercIo"u
the largest of our homes. II WAS just It
cosy. company for the spacious maj.
sion. Few persons realize that mere u:
our midst is one of the most uliique
homes ever established upon the Wts,
ern hemisphere. 1t is doubtful IL nan
dozen such homes could De ioui,"
perhaps not a single other ""e'e III,
original grant like this has rename
in unhroken possession of the heirs Oh
the original grantee Such fact gives
to the place a very spirit of perma-
hence and rest in the midst of our huf-
ried. careworn and rapidly changing
modern life
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17
Entertainment at Gardiner Mansion.

The Ladies' Aid Society of the First
Baptist church was entertained at tn"
Gardiner mansion. Tuesday afternoon.
by MIR. and Mrs. Hayes. who have
charge Of it in the absence Of the fam
lily. Mrs. Gardiner kindly gave her
consent that the mansion be opened
for this purpose. The ladies' Of the So
ciety appreciate the kindness on the
part Of Mrs. Gardiner. as it enable 4
many of them who never visited the
grand historic. luxurious spot to thor
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

The next regular meeting of the city
government will occur the first Monday
in April. In years past it has been the
rule rather than the exception, to hold
several meetings closely following the
first. this arrangement of course being
due to the presence of unfinished bust
ness of Importance on the calendar of
the first meeting. The city government
of 1904 attended to all business mat
tiers. and elected all of the subordinate
officials with one or two exceptions,
and must therefore be considered 4
very much downto-date. progressive
body of men.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17
AGAINST A MAYOR.
Serious Charges Against Chief Exeeu.
tive of Gloucester, Mass.

charges upon which the Associated Char
tiles of this city has asked for the remov
al of former Mayor ohm S. Parsons as
Keeper of the city afmshouse. were made
public. Wednesday. Chief among the
specifications which number 15 are those
which allege that the inmates of the
home are permitted TO use profanity. thai
inferior food has been served at the
home. that there has been gross negii-
gercc in the care of supplies, that the,
products of the institution have been sold
without authority and that in many casesl
no return has been made of the proceeds]
of the sale of products. Il
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

One Hallowcll physician recently re-
ceived five calls in one forenoon, all for
the prevailing grip colds. There are
many cases in the city at the present
time. Some are housed only Il few
days, while there are other cases of
the so-called old fashioned type which
respond to treatment slowly and last
for 10 days or two weeks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

Mrs. Clarke's class will serve a Rain g..
bow supper in the dining room at the
First Baptist vestry, this evening. and
elaborate arrangements for it have
been made. The decorations of the
room will be in the colors of the rain
bow and the Mattresses will be dressed
in those colors. A very varied bill of
fare will be provided. After the sup
per an entertainment will be given and
a social will follow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

In Wednesdays mention of the
Russo-Ja panese tea reference should
have been made to the prominent and
essential parts taken by Car Nicholas.
Ernest Reed. the MkadO, Ray Fuller.
and the Red Cross nurse. Miss Minnie
Morse. All were attircd in correct and
very appropriate costumes. The Car
wore a Euady uniform which was re-
splendent with gold lace and innumer-
able decorations in the way of medals.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17
GIRLS THROWN INTO PANIC.
Explosion in Biscuit Factory at Buffalo
N. Y. M.Es F&

Buffalo. n. Y. March 16.--Thirty girls
employed at the Ontario Biscuit Works on
Watson street were thrown into panic.
today. when terrific explosion damaged
the plant to the extent Of $4,000 Fortu-l
nately the stairway remained intact and
the girls escaped. Three men were burn
ed and bruised, one of whom may die.
1t is believed the explosion was caused
by leakage of natural gas which was
used as fuel in the plant.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

Jack Connolly, the man who was ar
rested at the passenger depot, Tuesday
evening, for disturbing the peace, was
before Judge Larrabee, Wednesday
morning, and on the charge of drunk
enness was sentenced to so days in Jail.
Thirty more days We're added to this
for lettering on the depot platform
after being ordered to leave it by Night
Baggagemaster Foster that evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17
Mr.. Haines on LAUNDERING Situation.

Hon. William L. Haines. who has re
Gently returned from a trip into the
numbering region about the headwaters
of the kcnnebec, says that the past
winter has been one of the most profit
able in the history of the numbering in
dustry on the Kennebec. All of the
operators have had great success, a
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

The Fred A. Burbank shoe store
make an announcement in their new
ad. I'VE have a stock that is up to
date in styles, fit and finish" We are
going out of the shoe business Read
this ad. through and draw your own
conclusions regarding low prices to be
found here.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

Wednesday was a typical March day
and during it the wind had full sway
and blew with a chilling fierceness. In
spite of the chill the snow on Water
street melted quickly and that thor
oughfare is again in bad condition for
sleighing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

The Knight Circle will meet with
Mrs. Luther Gray, on Union street.
Thursday evening Of this week. A
large attendance is desired, as there is
business of importance to come before
the circle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

The funeral of the late David Dennis
will be held from the house on Bruns-
wick street. this afternoon, at o'clock.
and will be conducted by Rev. Mr..
Hayden of Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

Street Commissioner COttle is much
in favor Of the leasing of gravel bank
on the west side of the river. for the
reason that sufficient quantities cannot
be hauled from the Chelsea bank dur
ing the available time of the winter
months. With a suitable supply on this
side Of the river it can be hauled as
needed. Several hundred loads are
used during the season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

Dicharges from the Home have been
granted to William w. Heath, Sd and Goth
Me; Joseph Kenworthy. 18th Ct: Geo. II.
Dyer. Navy; Emory Knapp. Navy; Joseph
la Eevia, Sth Mich Cav: William +. Dill
lon. 9th Mass, Spanish war, and Nathan
NJ. Grover, 18th Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

w. d. Spaulding is in attendance at
the automobile show at Boston, this
week. He will during the next few
days receive instructions in the use
and care of the automobile. from one
of the leading opponents of the steam
carriage
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17
SKOWHEGAN.
The Supreme Court.

The case of Donnelley VS.. Watervie
Savings Bank was opened in the SUI
preme court, Wednesday morning.
This is a suit for damages for personal
injuries sustained by the plaintiff on
the premises Of the defendant. p. A.
Smith OF Fairfield, and Hon. Forrest
Goodwin represent the plaintiff, while
d. p. Foster and Chas. F. johnson OF
Waterville, appear for the defence.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

The water in the river is very low.
At low tide the ice rests on the bot
tom, except over the channel. and the
ice is somewhat broken in consequence
of the action of the tide.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

Frank Howard has purchased from
Miss Annie F. Page, the house corner
of second and Lincoln streets. Mr..
Howard has occupied this house for
some years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

G. E. Barker returned to his homo
in this city. Wednesday, after stay
of several weeks in Rumford FAILS
where he was engaged as the superin
tendent Of the construction crew OF
the N. E. Tel. and Tel. Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

The Epworth League of the N. E
church will hold Dollar social" this
evening, in the vcStry of the church
An Interesting program has been pre-
pared. All are cordially invited. Adj
mission free. Cake and ice cream will
be on sale.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17
Toniaht's Concert Program.

March-"Thc Irish Brigade"
Arr ThiCmo
Overturc-"Salutc to Erin. Coates
..'Tho Harm That once Through Tara 5
Hall" Farmer
Violin Solo Mr.. Theme.
Grand Fantasia-"Erir.
Baso,lit, Arr. Theme
Waltzcs-"Erin go Bragh,' Hardy
..The Racket at Gilligan's" Dewitt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

Miss Etfic Morse is at home from
Lewiston for Il visit to her parents
Mr.. and Mrs A. j. Morse.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

Ed. Meadcr, employed in the stew
ards department on the steamer Ken
nebec has been called to Bath to re-
sumo his duties. go
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

The funeral of the late George Clark
Will occur from his late home on Spring
street. this afternoon. Rev. Mr.. Plum
mer will officiate
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

a grand ball under the auspices Of
Ia party of young men of the city will
be given, this evening. in Grand Army
hail. and very pleasant affair is an
ticipated.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

The Auction sale of desirable real
estate for today Mt =. NJ. should at
tract lots of attention. Be sure and
read the "ad." NJ. A. Haraden, auction
Ger.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

There have been no arrests for
drunkenness or vagrancy for many
weeks. A clean slate at the police sta
ton, with only Il lodgcr now and then.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17
Easy 10 Take
Easy to Operate
Because purely vegetable yet thor
ough, prompt, healthful, satisfactory
Hoods Pills

fore Sanborn Lodge, I. o. o. F., at its
regular meeting, this evening. A full at
tendance is requested.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

Edgar Woodward. successor to W. w.
Dunning in the Central grocery store, is
becoming more at home in his new
quarters and better acquainted with
his customers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

The Degree Of Truth will he con-
fcrred on four candidates at the meet
ing of Gardiner Lodge, /. o. q. f.. thi,
evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

George Williams. a first-class boat
builder. has well underway fine Al
row boat that will be completed soon
after the ice leaves the river.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

Tn" Pleasure Club will entertain at il
dance i'm Foresters hall. Friday even
ing. and the music will be by Mona
CHAN.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

All members Of Friendship Assembly
are requested to he present, Friday even
ing. as business of Importance is to come
bcfor" tho meeting
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

Joseph Gilman of Haverhill. reported
Tor admission. Wednesday. and was as
signed to quarters in Barrack o. Mr.
Gilman served in II Co, 18th n. Y. Infv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

Fred Miller and family have recently
moved into the home of his father on
Cunnard street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-03-17

Mrs. Pickard and two children Of
Hermon. arc visiting Mrs. Pickards
parents. Mr.. and Mrs. George Roderick
in this city.