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Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10
Aid for Workingmen.

Norway has established working
mems bank, the object of which is to
loan money at low rate of interest
to workingmen with which to purchase
homes. The plot of ground to be
bought is not to exceed five acres.
and the erection of the home thereon
is not to exceed a total cost of $500.
The interest charged is three and one
half or four per cent. Forty-two years
are allowed in which to refund the
money
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10
Russian Press Censorship.

Newspaper work in Russia is not
pleasant. The, government spends
more money on its press censors than
On its schools. Last year eighty-three
papers were suspended for various pc
RODS and twenty-six were forbidden
to accept all advertisements, while
259 editors were told they could have
a short vacation in Siberia II they con-
tinued their methods of reviving va
rious public questions.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

A student at Missouri university has
succeeded in saving twelve cords of
wood in three days. A new mark set
in college athletics.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

A New York helress was married
the other day to a Hungarian count,
without causing riot among the
ladies who desired to see the simple
but impressive ceremony. New York
is really becoming quite reserved.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

The gentlemen who have found out
how to turn Daser metals into gold
aren't going to do II. This decision is
not altogether altruistic. however.
The process costs more than It does
to dig. Besides, there may be some
lingering doubts as to results.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

The New York man who has sued an
undertaken for a commission on the
price of the coffin in which his step
father was buried seems to have a
head for business.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

Honest Ed Geers, famous in the har-
ness horse world as the man who never
uttered an oath, has taken to golf
Alas for the record of a lifetime!
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

Many wealthy Americans are re-
ported to have been robbed during the
past few days on the Riviera. They
have probably been over at Monte
Carlo and cooked up the robbery story
to tell to their wives.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

A New Jersey peach grower with
an orchard Of 400 trees offers to sell
his crop for this season for IS. No
takers.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

The roses which the cold weather
puts into the cheeks of pretty girl
tend to make a young man ignore
more than ever the scientific notion
that kissing is unsanitary.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

An Austrian archduke has eloped
with the daughter Of a restaurant
keeper. perhaps under the impression
that she can make pies like those her
father used to make.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

Notwithstanding the havoc OF the
Boer war the people of the United
States have now on hand mules to
the value Of $217.532.s 1892. which they
would be pleased to sell TO any war,
like nation needing a good. service
able. article of mule.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

A London physician is now making
remarkable cures by means of glass
button. After while people will be-
como so gullible that they will be
willing to pay quacks to be insured
from 5icknesso
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

The Russian ministry of marine are
said to be much annoyed that the Rus
clan Pacific squadron allowed itself to
be surprised Much annoyed is good.
We bet they are blank mad.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

The Washington Post intimates that
John L. Sullivan is figuring on an en-
gagement in "Parsifal." So Frau Wag.
ner may as well prepare for the worst.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

Korea probably feels that. compared
to her own situation, the fellow who
was between the devil and the deep
sea. simply had things coming his
way.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

The exact number of cigars manu-
factured in this country last year is
said to be 7,49S.739.657. But the
amount of trouble they made between
men and women can never be com
puted.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

Ask Your Dealer For Aliens Yoot-Eass,
A powder. 1t rests the feet Cures Corns,
Bunions Swollen. Sore. Hot. Callous, Aching
Sweating Feet and Ingrowing Nails. Aliens
Foot-Ease makes new or tight shoes easy. Al
all Druggists and Shoe stores. 25 cents Ac-
cept no subs titute. Sample mailed FREE
Address Allen S. Olmsted. lie Roy, NY.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

Sympathize with the smaller man
in a fight, If you like, but think twice
before you place your simoleons on
him.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

Another evidence of the slowness
of the Chinese is that it takes them
two weeks to celebrate one New
Years day.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

What is the use of poetry?" asks
Richard LIE Gallienne. Well, some Of
1t serves to increase ones liking for
good plain prose.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

John d. Rockefeller is to retire
from business now, according to the
rumor mongers. They always get the
news ahead of anybody else.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

A captious Harvard professor COM
plains that football breaks up study.
Well, he wouldn't have study break
up football, would he?
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

A record-breaking maple sugar out
put is promised from Vermont. Sweet
tidings!
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

auto makes an unquestionably strong
combination.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

The assertion that quart OF
whisky weighs two pounds will sur
prise some men whose experience has
been that six glasses weighed half
ton.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

Physicians are constantly discover
ing some popular pastime or mode of
attire that Injuries health. But the
average Of human life remains about
the same.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

The fashion editor describes "re-
ception frock with 1880 touches" What
q mean man he must have been!
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

That Chicago waiter who inherited
81 100000 now knows how it feels to
be at the wrong end of tip.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

A medical journal gives instructions
as to how to cough right. The best
way is not to catch cold.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

PUTNAM FADELESS DYES do not
stain the hands or spot the kettle. ex-
cept green and purple.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

The continual changing of ones
mind is apt to wear it out.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

Special Typography varnish
made especially for finishing burnt wood
work. Ask your dealer or write us. The
Humphrey-J Jones. Mere. Co.. lt2l Arapa.
hoe ST.. Denver. Colo.
Gilpin observer., 1904-03-10

The fellow who sings his own
praises is always a soloist.
The Republican journal., 1904-12-22
Transfers in Real Estate.

The following transfers in real estate
were recorded in Waldo Count, Registry of
Deeds for the week ending Dee ~, 1904
VIM. 4. Morse, Searsmont, to Gporgianna
Clapp, Rockland land in Searsmont. Louis
Therrien, New Bedford, Mass, to Fred c.
Newcomb, ct al, Monroe land in Monroe.
Mary Il. Hall, Belfast, to Ephriam H
Knight, Lincolnville; land in l-neolnvlle
Clayborn L. Stickney, Liberty, to L. c.
Morse, do. land IN Liberty c. H. Giikey,
Searsport, 10 Newell Shute, do land in
Searsport. Herbert l.. Gray, Belfast, to
Ebenezer Eisnor, do land III Belfast.
Nancy L. Lovett, Camden, to Mary L.
Lovett, Lincolnville, land and buildings in
Lincolnville. William h. Bennett, Bucks
port, to Anna B. Arey, Brooksv;Ne land
and buildings in Stockton Springs. Frank
p. FosS, Knox, to Charles j. Rich, do. land
in Knox. George F. WeScott, NUIthfed
VT, to Viola +. Wescott, do land in Pros
pect. Wellington NJ. Coombs, ct al, Isles
boro, to Robert 2. C0ombs, do. land and
buildings in Islesboro. H. c. Davis, Bel
fast, to D. NJ. Mcfarland, Montville; land
and buildings in Montyille. Clara p. Ian
caster, Stockton Springs, to Maria A.
Thompson, do; land and buildings in
Stockton Springs.
The Republican journal., 1904-12-22
THE STEAMBOAT WAR.

The steamer Merryconeag, now tied up at
Bucksport, has been libelled for coal bills
in favor of the Belfast Fuel 4 Hay Co. and
The Devereaux Co., operating yards at
Bucksport and Castine. The general mana
ger of the Bucksport, Belfast and Camden
Steamboat company, owners of the Merry
coneag. is A. NJ. Devereaux and the Dew
ereaux company that has libeled the
steamer is said to be composed of Mr..
Devereaux's daughters. United States Mar
shal Hasty of Portland served the pa
pers December 18th and Daniel W. Kerst,
president Of the Bucksport, Belfast and
Camden Steamboa, company, and engineer
OF the Merryconeag, was appointed keeper
Manager Devereaux says of the action TAX
en- "The Devereaux Co. would not have
taken such a step. except for the fact that
they learned that the Belfast Fuel Il Hay
Co had given instructions to libel the boat,
Whereupon the Devereaux Co. concluded to
libel at the same time, and both libels were
put on the boat Wednesday morning, Dec.
H." The impression is that the smaller
boat 10 take the place OF the Merryconeag
will not materialize. and that Capt Ben
nett's Golden Rod and the Maine Central
boat viii continue, for the present, at least.
The Republican journal., 1904-12-22

Supplementary to the foregoing report is
the following from one of the promoters of
the affair:
Much hard and trying work had been
done and those who served so long and well
feel greatly encouraged at the results. The
rule has been that no one should be embar-
rassed by solicitors, but as preparations
progressed, the interest became so great
that they leaped the fence and CLEANED
much from their neighbors fields. They
would like, personally, to thank each one
who in anyway contributed to the success,
but as this cannot be they ask the privilege
of speaking through The Journal, which has
aided the movement from the beginning in
every possible way. They would extend
most sincere thanks and the seasons greet
ings to the members of the G. A. r. and
their wives, who not only opened their hall
and gave them hearty welcome, but were
present to bid God speed and to servei to
the tradesmen for their generous contribu-
tions; to all who gave articles, money or
food, and to those present who though 81
lently or by word expressed their interest.
By this charity, well wishes and sympathy,
the people have contributed $3.50 toward
the erection of church and an unbounded
spirit OF energy to those who build.
The Republican journal., 1904-12-22
FROM BELFAST TO BAR HARBoR.
Reported That the Eastern $. 5. Co. Will
Run the j. T. Morse from Belfast Instead
of Rockland.

Reported That the Eastern 5. 5. Co. Will
Run the j. T. Morse from Belfast Instead
of Roekland.
There is a report in circulation to the
effect that the Eastern 5. S. Co. is con-
rangement of the connections between its
Boston and Bangor and Bar Harbor lines.
1t is rumored that Belfast is to be made
the point OF change instead of Rockland
and the advantages which this arrange
ment would give are obvious The fast
new steamer Jacob I. Morse would leave
Belfast after the arrival of the boat from
Boston between and o'clock, and make
the trip to Bar Harbor through Eggemog-
gin reach. touching at lslesboro and pos
sibly Castine. This would be appreciated
by Bar HGrbOr passengers who could get
their full amount of sleep instead of being
turned out at an early hour at Rockland as
heretofore. The Morse is fast enough to
make return trip in time to connect with
the boat leaving Bangor at noon.
1t is also said that on account of great
speed the new Maine Central ferry steamer
will be able to touch at Winter Harbor
across the bay, something that no boat
before this has done The ferry steamer
will also call at Northeast and Seal harb bors
on her regular trips to and from Southwest
Harbor.
There is another report going the rounds
that new steamer line will be established
next summer, either by the Maine Central
from Mt. Desert ferry to Stonington and
from Rockland to those points. However,
there is no declaration Of war between the
corporations, and it is understood that
whichever company decides on the line,
will be allowed to peacefully establish it,
without interference.-Bangor Commercial.
The Republican journal., 1904-12-22
A Christmas Gift
For the Home for Aged Women.

For the Home for Aged Women.
The following letter explains itself, and
those who know the writer, Belfast boy
who has never lost interest in his native
place, and who has ever been liberal to
fault, devoted son and brother, will not
be surprised at this generous donation to a
worthy institution:
EAST ST LOUIS, Ill DEC. II, 1904.
G. A. PILSBURY,
Belfast, Me.
DEAR SIR: l have just opened The
reading was the 'Home for Aged Women"
Enclosed please find check for twenty-five
dollars for a Christmas present Will you
please present it to their treasurer wish
them all the prosperity possible. 1t is a
grand work and cause
Yours,
CHARLES @. CLARK.
The Republican journal., 1904-12-22
BOTH CAPTAINS SUSPENDED.

Decision of the Steamboat Inspectors on the
Mineola- Collision.
By the decision of the local board of steam
boat inspectors, Messrs. Cousins and Blais-
dell, both Captain William ID. Bennett and
Captain Charles Shute are blamed for the
collision between the steamers Merryconeag
and Mineola in Belfast harbOr, on the after
noon of Nov. 8, a hearing on the case having
been held last week by the board. The
charges of Capt. Shute against Capt Ben
nett were sustained but the decision of the
inspectors in no way exOnerateS Capt Shute
for his part in the affair, there being absO-
lutely no excuse for the collision in the
judgment of the inspectors. Both were
suspended for four calendar months begin
ming Dec. IA.
In the course of their findings the inspect
Ors stated that the collision occurred in
broad daylight and in clear weather. The
boats were abreast, or nearly so, when Capt.
Bennett of the Mineola gave the signal Of
two whistles, indicating that he wished to
pass to the right of the Merryconeag, the
Mneola going faster than the other boat at
that time. 1t was also found that Captain
Shute of the Merryconeag answered the
signal of the MineOla. The distance be-
tween the place where the signals were ex-
changed and the landing place was such
that it was impossible for the Mineola to
arrive at point Stree and clear where she
would have had the right of way. On these
findings Captain Bennett was adjudged to
have violated Rule 8, Government Pilot
Rules, as charged.
In continuing their report the inspectors
said: SIN this connection we cannot exon
crate Capt. Shute for his subsequent acts,
he having full knowledge that the berth of
the MineOla at the landing was ahead of his
steamers and, having signited his willing
ness for the MineOla to pass, should have
slackened the speed of his steamer and CIV
en- the other boat the lead to the landing"
Capt. William D. Bennett of the MineOla,
master and pilot, and Capt. Charles Shute
of the Merryconeag, master and pilot, are
suspended, by the decision, for period of
four months from Dec. II, ending April IA,
1905, for violation of Rule 8, Government
Pilot Rules, articles "a, q and %, Rules of
the Road, careless and unskilful navigation
and neglect of duty
Capt. Benefits regular command is the
steamer Golden Rod. At the time of the
collision the MineOla was on the route tenn
pOrarily. Capt. Shute's boat, the Merry
coneag, is hauled up at present.
The hearing on the libels of the steamer
Merryconeag of the Bucksport-Camden run.
which was hauled off week or so ago. will
be held Saturday before the United State
District court in Portland. The steamer
has been libeled by U. $. Marshal Mayo in
the interests of the following creditors
Belfast Fuel & Hay Co., wharfage, 1895. $50
Devereaux Coal Co., coal, $2,932.89; c. c.
Herren & Co., groceries, 1854. 40; Thomas
| Sheehan, provisions, $8660; Portland Co.,
repairs, &l5O9l,
The Republican journal., 1904-12-22
BASKET BALL.

The ladies' basket ball teams of the
Senior and Sophomore classes, B. H. S..
played fast practice game in the Opera
House Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 14th.
The Sophomores were defeated by score
of IA to u. Referee, Michaels. Friday
evening they had a public game, which at
tracted the largest audience of the season,
and which resulted in a victory for the
Seniors, the score standing "a to 9. 1t was
a pleasing and interesting game throughout
Miss Claire Vaughan made the most telling
hit Of the game, throwing from the centre
to the basket. The young ladies looked
very pretty in their bloomer suits, in which
they sported their class colors. The Soph-
OmOres wore black with crimson ties and
their class numerals, 'O7, in white on their
left arms. The Seniors wore blue with
green ties and the class numerals, 'O5, in
gold. Miss Smalley is captain of the Seniors
and Miss Mason of the SOphOmOres. Fol-
lowing is the line up of the teams and the
summary:
Seniors Sophomores.
Kate Quimby, 4. F. Annie Gray, R. F.
Claire Vaughan, l.. F. Eva Wood, l.. F.
Cora Morrison, r. c. Lillian Mason, X. C.
Stella Black, R. G. Maud Curtis, R. G.
Ella Smalley, l.. g. Louise Heal, L. G.
Goals thrown from the field: Quimby 5,
Vaughan s, Gray 2, Wood /. Goals thrown
from fouls: Vaughan 4, Gray 3. Time,
three Is minute periods. Referee, Harry
Carter. scorer, j, A. McMahan.
The Gardiner Rangers and the b. II. S.
teams played in the Opera House last Tues
day evening. The line up and summary
The Republican journal., 1904-12-22
Senator Aver and Mayor Hichborn.

AUGUSTA, Me-, Dec 10. The special cleo
tion of senator of the seventh senatorial
district and mayor of the city to fill the
vacancies in the two offices caused by the
was very quiet and but light vote was
thrown in this city. For mayor, Charles
S. Hichborn received 332 out of the 339
ballots cast and was declared elected. VIM.
NJ Aver of Oakland, the candidate for
senator, received 331 votes in the city
s9oe IN bnt beye %as
candidate.
The Republican journal., 1904-12-22
Shooting Case in Stonington.

RoCKLAND, Me-. Dec. 10. The Rockland
police, late today, were notified of the
shooting of John Merchant, aged 80, at
Stonington, yesterday, and are looking for
an Italian stone cutter, who is-known only
by the name of Jimmie. Merchant says
that he objected to attentions paid to his
wife by the stone cutter. An alteration
followed and it is alleged the Italian shot
him through the ribs. Merchant chased the
man some distance until he fell from weak
ness and was carried home. The bullet was
extracted and it was expected he would live
unless blood poisoning should set in. The
police are watching the boats from Stoning
ton,
The Republican journal., 1904-12-22
THE EAST BELFAST CHURCH.

The Building Fund Receives $3.50 from "a
Sale, Supper and Entertainment.
The sale, supper and entertainment We'd
nesday, Dec, 14th, by the East Belfast So
ciety in aid of the fund for building a
church on the site of the first church built
in Belfast, attracted the largest company
ever assembled in Memorial hall on a like
occasion. The hall was very prettily deco
rated and the attr active booths were filled
with useful and fancy articles, including
many contributions from friends on this
side An original and profitable feature
was the serving of lemonade from an old
oaken bucket. Supper was served at 6
o'clock, and the tables were spread three
times to accommodate all. An excellent
entertainment followed the bountiful sup
per- Mrs. E. P. Frost sang in her usual
pleasing manner, ''Singing with YOU" and
the play, "Aunt Dinah's Quilting Party
was capitally rendered, each one entering
fully into the spirit of their special part.
Following is the cast:
Robert Hunter, Warren Nichols
Deacon Peabody. l.. &. Putnam
Parson Goodboy, Herbert E. Bradman
Reuben Holdcraft, Lewis Strout
Freddie, Otto Vaughan
Dinah Peabody, Mrs. d. II. Strout
Hetty Peabody, Kate Putnam
Mirandy Spriggls, Isabel Towle
Grandma Pepper, Mrs. L. G. Putnam
Nellie Sanderson, Mrs. Warren Nichols
nirs. DOolittle, Mrs. Peter Olson
Mrs. Martin, Emerald Bradman
Greeley Martin, Claire Vaughan
Mrs. Mark, Mrs. o. b. Anderson
Mrs. Parker, Mrs. Dana Lawrence
Mrs. SpOODer, Mrs. F. l.. TOWle
Girls and Boys.
The Republican journal., 1904-12-22
1SvLuTI0ES OF RESPECT.

y " +''er, Lodge, No. III, F. & A.
t9g.o,S3 lt1 Gse,t Am has entered our
b. no., .i 'a'4l u he Lodge above one of
laf, n GT'yr-ml Brothers, Hazen N.
|ljgs a2 >eAlor Warden of Liberty
f. ll-f.se, ne it
D0lrDio. hat ur altar be draped in
elth r WI ibuiy days; that a copy be
&a5g hetub ican journal, also to the
" Jisai News for publication; also
~-&4 'b'0 records and a copy be
tt
q. II. CARGILL,
r. |, MORSE,
numlttee on Resolutions.
S4e ranks have again been
A5s.4r..... tn- pleased our Heavenly
R.lag n '''t rom our number Brother
.R.-.-.. I5l"l therefore, be it
EaIu, I.it II the death of Brother
~ Gsnb.. 'leI has lost an able and faith
aa. w,.1 hat we extend to the bereaved
Y .1e-,. 4-rpest sympathy; that while
gaae h',5 'esfat the removal of our
y idsl '~ our midst, yet we cannot but
Es,lt 3 an his gain.
Y s0t IA ~ ~ ! nat a copy of these resolutions
'g be nl,l 'uI lamily of the deceased and a
'''Tu On the records of the Lodge.
G. H. CARGILL,
r. |. MORSE,
40e!ty n. Committee.
The Republican journal., 1904-12-22
REV. E. S. PHILBROOK

States His Position With Regard to the
Assault Case.
1t is commonly reported about town that
through my intiuerce Mr.. Jesse +. Staples
is not to be brought to trial for the assault
of Dec. 14th. ! wish to state in regard to
the matter that, while l have no personal
ill will whatever toward Mr., Staples, L
feel that the public welfare demands that
in this case the law should take its course.
EUGENE >. PHILBROOK.
The Republican journal., 1904-12-22
q. OF M. NEWS.

The concert by the University of Maine
Musical Clubs in the chapel Friday night
was the most important event of last week.
A large audience greeted the first appear
ance of the clubs, who have been rehearsing
SO faithfully for weeks past. The program,
which was as follows, was enthusiastically
received:
PARTI.
Elm ideles Marschlied, Juettner
Glee and Mandolin Clubs.
DEVILS Patrol, Mandolin Club.
Loves Sorrow, Vocal solo) Shelley
E. O. Sweetser.
Golden Bell Polka, Jennings
Ho! Ye Gallant Sailors, Macy
Reading, Selected
J. K. Goodrich.
PART II.
Potponrri, woodland"
Mandolin Club.
Garry me Back to Old Virginny,
Arr. by Bland
Solo by Geo. P. Goodwin.
Echoes from the Camp, Albrecht
Banjo Club.
Quartette, Selected
Messrs. Sweetser, Goodwin,
Seavey and Young.
Chant, Sans Paroles, Tschaikowsky
Violin solo by Mr.. Drummond
Maine Campus Song, Arr. by O. F. Lewis
Glee and Mandolin Clubs.
Greatly to the disappointment of the au-
dience, the qpartette had to be omitted as
one of its members was ill., Mr.. f. O.
Sweetser, 05, of Cumberland Centre has a
fine bass voice which appealed to his au-
dience, while the reading by Joe K. Good
rich, 'o7, of Skowhegan was equal to that of
professional. George P. Goodwin, 'O6, of
Skowhegan is the leader of the Gee Club,
among whose twenty-four members are
Frank w. Twombly, 'O7, of Belfast, Ray
mond Fellows, 'OS, of Bucksport and g.
Lewis Smith, '0S, of Longcove. The Banjo
Orchestra is led by Sidney M. Bird, End,
'07, of Rockland and Robert R. Drummond,
'05, leads the Mandolin club. A dance in
the gym followed the concert, the music
being furnished by the University Orchestra
and was much enjoyed.
The basket ball schedule is soon to be an
nounced. 1t includes six college games
played on home grounds. The teams have
not been definitely organized as yet. JOHN
B. Mcintyre, 'OS, of Belfast is one of the
promising candidates for place on the
varsity.
The Y. NJ c. A. have arranged series of
special talks for their Sunday afternoon
meetings in the Art Guild. Sunday, the
18th, MIR. j. NJ. Dudley, State Secretary of
the Y. NJ. c. A., addressed the boys. The
speakers for the winter will be as follows
January Sth, Professor j. S. Stevens; JAN
uary 22d, Rev. G. B. Merrill of the First
Baptist church, Bangor; February 5th,
Rev. +. C. Brown of Veazie; February 10th,
DR.. NJ. C. Fernald. The association has
issued neat little program with the dates
and names of the speakers for the con-
venience of the students.
The Kappa SigmaS are to entertain their
friends at their fraternity house this,
Thursday, evening.
Miss Mary r. Chandler, '04, Short Pharm-
acy, was at the Mount Vernon House few
days last week. Miss Chandler was the
first woman to graduate from this course,
and is preparing to start a pha rmacy at her
home in Columbia Falls.
Harvey II. Hoxie, '06, of Waterville, has
been elected assistant manager of the base
ball team.