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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26

The disposition Of garbage has been
one of the vexatious problems Of
municipal sanitation In Memphis. Sew
eral years crematories were estab-
lisfied there, and now nearly 100 tons OF
garbage are collected and consumed
, daily. .......
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26

+. P. Kenrick has a lemon tree at
his home on Elm street which has q
lemon on it 10k inches in circtmfer-
ence. There are also a number Of
smaller ones, and the other branches
Of the tree are in blossom. The branch
on which the lemon grew also had
blossoms on 1t up to within few days
ago.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26
FAIRFIELD.

Henry c. Newhall has returned from
short business trip to Portland. White
there he purchased fine Stevens
Dcryea automobile. which will soon be
shipped to him.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26

Kansas City, April 25.-Tonight the
Fifth street bridge over which street
cars pass between the Missouri side
and the Wyandotte quarter of Kansas
City. Kas., was abandoned as danger
Gus for cars but pedestrians still cross
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26
Puailistic Draw at Bath.

Bath. Me-, April 25.-Bartley Con-
molly of Portland and Jesse Savage. Jr.
Of this city, fought a 15-round draw
before an audience Of GOO people ut
Alameda hall, tonight.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26

"Blood and Stomach and Heart and
Lunss-Liver and Bowels and 1rain
the centre Of all the LIFE;
HEALTH and VITALITY in the hu.
man Body is in the NERvEe. Trace
your sickness and tired feeling to its
real source"
Prof. Edward E. Phelps, N, D.,
LID, Of Dartmouth University
Famous Discoyerer OF Paine's Celery
Compound.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26

The local baseball team and the high
school team played a practice game.
Saturday. at Fairview park. Some
promising candidates for both teams
were tried out. The locals won, 10 to 6,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26
Uncle Sans Daily Business.

Washington, April 25.-Government re
ceipts: From internal revenue. 81 .213, 1873
customs, $S3637S: miscellaneous, $184, &C.
Expenditures, 100000.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26

Great pains were taken to teach the
present Empress of Japan literature, to
develop her artistic taste, and to school
her in the writing of graceful verse.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26
Monte Christi BIockaGed,

San Domingo. April 25.-The govern
ment has issued a decree declaring the
port OF Monte Christi blockaded. 4
suhhoat will be stationed at that port
10 prevent the entrance of ships.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26

When the House met. today, considera-
ton was given to bills on the calendar.
The House disagreed to the Senate
amendments to the emergency river and
harbor bill. also to the Senate amend
ments to the deficiency bill which was
ordered sent to conference. The confer
ence report on the post office approprla-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26

Mrs. Edith S. Shepherd has returned
from trip of two months In Italy and
visit to several of the Mediterranean
ports.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26

to my business. My blood Is greatly bene-
fitted. / would advise all who are run
down by overwork or who need = blood
tonic to take Paines Celery Ccmbound
They will find that II win be great bene-
fit to them."-r. p. Peterson 80.
& Bad elood-Nsuraleia.
81 testify in regard to Paine's Celery
compound, that had bad blood and was
lsubjectto neuralgia, was much bothered,
having tried various specifics. but to no
purpose; thought / would try Paine's Gel
cry Compound. used three bottles and 1t
cured me. l shall recommend II to all Of
my friends. consider 1t the best msdi-
cine ever met for nervous diseases-"-
John ErPehnbach. GIG Putnam ave. Eau
Claire, Wis. ''.' 10y s-'.i
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26

Mrs. Tobias Lord Of Boston was the
guest of her niece. Miss Janette Lord.
Saturday and Sunday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26

Miss Mabel SWEET of Bangor was the
guest of her brother, Herbert SWEET,
over Sunday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26

Rev. P. B. Osborne gave very in
teresting Biblical lecture in G. A. r.
hall, Sunday afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26

Mrs. Francis Briggs OF Pittsfieid 10,
ne guest Of her mother. Mrs. Edith
Shepherd. -...
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26

S. ]. Walton was in Augusta. yester-
day. attending the meeting of the Gov
ernor and Council.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26

1t costs New York flve times as much
as 1t does London to maintain parks and
recreation grounds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1904-04-26
Go to your Druggist TODAY
Get one bottle of Paine's Celery
Compromised how Different
it will make you feel.
SKOWHEGAN.

z. N. Merrill is in Bangor on bust
ness. -.t ~
The Western news., 1904-10-26
Six Doctors Failed.

South Bend. ID, Oct. "a Especially
After suffering from Kidney Disease for
three years; after taking treatment
from six different doctors without get
ting relief, Mr.. J. 0. Laudeman Of this
place found not only relief but speedy
and complete cure in Dodd's Kidney
Pills. Speaking Of his cure Mr.. Laude-
man says:
eyes, suffered from Kidney Trou.
bic for three years and tried six doctors
to no good. Then l took Just two
boxes Of Dodd's Kidney Pills and they
not only cured my kidneys, but gave
me better health in general. Ofcourse
| recommended Dodd's Kidney Pills to
others and know a number now who
are using them with good results"
Mr.. Laudeman's case is not an excep-
ton. Thousands give similar expert
ences. For there never yet was case
OF Kidney Trouble from Backache to
Bright's Disease that Dodd's Kidney
Pills could not cure. They are the
only remedy that ever cured Bright's
Disease.
The Western news., 1904-10-26
Catarrh Cannot be Cured

with LOCAL APPLICATIONS, as they cannot
reach the seat Of the disease. Catarrh is a
blood or institutional disease, and in order to
cure 1T you must take internal remedies
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internally, and
acts directly on the blood and mucous surfaces.
Halls Catafrh Cure is not a Juack medicine.
1t was prescribed by one of the best physicians
in this country for years, and is a regular pre-
scription. 1t is composed of the best tonics
known, combined with the best blood puri-
fers, acting directly on the mucous surfaces.
The perfect com bina ion of the two oingredients
Is what produces such wonderful results in
curing Catarrh. Send for testimonials free.
Sold by druggists, price 75c.
Halls Family Pills are the best
The Western news., 1904-10-26

The movement for the separation OF
church and state in France mas
brought out proposition from a
group Of deputies to submit the ques.
tlon to a referendum of the country.
rhe constitution contemplates a ref,
erendum, but it is only adopted in the
case OF questions Of the highest i'm.
portance. The proposers of the plan
assert that the separation of church
Ind state is 50 vitality important that
It should be submitted to the country.
The Western news., 1904-10-26

The congress of German naturalists
which lately met at Breslau has es-
tablished museum with the object
of illustrating the arts of quacks.
There is large collection of quacks'
advertisements of patent medicines,
"infallible cures" and a varied assort-
ment of harmless" and "instantane.
GUS remedies"
The Western news., 1904-10-26

After much deliberation the French
government has decided to span the
Great Sahara from South Algeria to
the west coast with an electric cable
The line. which is from In Salah, via
Tidekalt and Tageneut, to Timbuctoo,
will be about $40 miles in length and
will cost 100000. The work is to be
completed in about q year.
The Western news., 1904-10-26

In London the stairways and eleva
tors used for access to or egress from
the stations of the underground rail
roads do not occupy any part of the
streets. The railway companies had
to buy space in block where they
wanted station, just as any one has
to do who wants to build house or
store.
The Western news., 1904-10-26
Nothing to Regret.

"Ah me-" sighed the spinster as
she gave a backward glance at her
wasted life, Il have selfishly lived
alone all these years and made no man
happy"
"Oh, yes you have" rejoined the
bachelor with the ingrown hair. Don't
you remember l proposed to you 20
years ago and you turned me DOWN.
The Western news., 1904-10-26

There are nearly 10000 dogs in Kan
sas City. Captain James Kennedy,
the official enumerator, has accounted
for and collected taxes on 5000 since
June l, gain of 1000 over last year,
and says he hopes to round up the
other 1000 before snow flies.
The Western news., 1904-10-26
TEA

We look through your
grocer to you; beyond, but
through your grocer, to you.
Your grocer returns your money you dent las
Schlling's Best.
The Western news., 1904-10-26

JOnes-Mrs. Brown hasn't been look
ing well for some time.
Mrs. Jones-No, indeed! And think
she looks as if she felt worse than
she looks.-Judge.
The Western news., 1904-10-26

The late German landscape painter,
Peter Becker, was so completely alb
sorbed in the middle ages that he
even wore medieval clothes and lived
in medieval house.
The Western news., 1904-10-26
TEA

We are not a tea-drinkinQ
people; we should be steadier,
If we were.
The Western news., 1904-10-26

Look at me! Look at me.' pleaded
the distracted lover. See how your
alooftness affects me! Only give me
one glance
"Oh, don't tempt me-" said the gen.
tie damsel, keeping her eyes averted.
Don't tempt me to look at you.
have blister on my lip and can't
laugh. Chicago Tribune.
Riches take wings"
"Yes, and wings take riches" re-
piled the man who had been backing a
flying machine enterprise.-Houston
Post
The Western news., 1904-10-26

Four hundred Liverpool shopkeep-
ers have petitioned the city council
for more police protection from relig-
ious professions which, they say, are
running trade.
The Western news., 1904-10-26

Samuel Taylor Coleridge, a British
composer, will visit the United States
this month. He is one of the most in
teresting figures in the world of music
The Western news., 1904-10-26
TEA

Fine tea is SO daintily fine
that man (or even a woman)
may gobble it down without
suspecting it.
The Western news., 1904-10-26

At recent meeting in New York il
was decided to preserve the grave OF
Joseph Rodman Drake by establishing
a public park at Hunts Point.
The Western news., 1904-10-26

Sympathetic Cousin-PoOr boy! I'm
so sorry you didn't pass your exam.
What was the reason, I wonder?
Poor Boy (also wondering)-I can't
think-Punch.
The Western news., 1904-10-26
TEA

When we say Eve" we
mean your grocer. He's we
and we're he. Moneyback
does it.
Your grocer returns your moasy i yea Aaa't llhe
eehillng's best.
The Western news., 1904-10-26

A school is to be opened in Paris
shortly in which people will be taught
to sleep properly-with closed mouth
limbs restfully placed, etc.
The Western news., 1904-10-26

Sl1o Permanently Cured. No fits or nervousness
lilo after first days use of Dr. lines Great Nerve
RestOrer Send for Free &2 trial bottle and treatise
Dr. II. II. Kline, Ltd, 9Sl Arch St., Philadelphia Pa
The Western news., 1904-10-26

For manufacturing 100000 bottles of
wine out of chemicals and export
ing it as Hungarian wine a firm at
Budapest has been fined $57,5OO.
The Western news., 1904-10-26
0FFENsa!ya1 Emil

suffered for long time with a bad
case of Catarrh, and took a great deal of
medicine without any benefit.
had continual headache, my cheeks
had grown purple, my nose was always
etoppedup my breath had sickeninp and
disgusting odor, and Icoughed incesssntly
heard of your S. s. S. and wrote you.
1commenced to use it, and after taking
several bottles was cured and have
never since had the slightest symptom of
the disease. Miss MARY L. SroRM.
Cor. 9TH & Felix Sts., St. Joseph, Mo.
Wheeling, w. Va, May 20, 1904.
1had Nasal Catarrh for years for which I
used S. S. S. with very gratifying results.
tried local applications for some time.
and getting no permanent relief I came to
the conclusion that the seat of the trouble
was in the blood. Knowing S. S. S. to be
good blood medicine began it's use.
and after using it for some little while Il
did away entirely with the offensive mu-
Gus in the nostrils, and did not have to
hawk and spit, especially in the morning,
TO dislodge the catarrhal matter.
I627 South st. FRED H. PREssY.
The filthy secretions and foul mucus that
are continually dropping back into the
throat, find their way into the stomach
aud are absorbed into the blood. Catarrh
The Western news., 1904-10-26

For bronchial troubles try Piso,s Cur.
fol Consumption. It is good cough
medicine. At druggists, price 25 cents.
The Western news., 1904-10-26

Frank J. Gould has purchased 1000
acres of land in Chesterfield county
Virginia, and will build a commodious
hunting lodge on it.
The Western news., 1904-10-26

A French suggestion for preventing
automobilists from "scorching'' is to
forbid the use of masks and goggles.
The Western news., 1904-10-26

Mothers will find Mrs. Winslow'
soothing Syrup the best remedy to us
for their children during teethinR period
The Western news., 1904-10-26

DR.. Corfe, British bishop Of Korea,
who has been trying for years to learn
the Korean language, has given up in
despair and resigned
The Western news., 1904-10-26

In three years the progeny OF a pail
OF rats, under favorable conditions, will
number 1000.
The Western news., 1904-10-26

Vereschagin was at once the kind
liest and the vainest of men. He
loved newspaper notices.
The Western news., 1904-10-26

then becomes con-
stitutional, and the
only way to getrid
of it is through the
blood. Write us If
you have Catarrh,
and our physici-
ans will advise you
without charge.
'pany, Atlanta, Ga.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-04-27

The crown of womanhood is motherhood. But uneasy lies the head that wears the crown or anticipates this coronation, when there is lack of wornanly strength to bear the burdens of maternal dignity and duty. The reason why SO many women sink under the strain of motherhood is because they arc unprepared
 VI unhesitatingly advise expectant moth CTS to use Dr. Picrce's Favorite Prescrip- tion, writes Mrs. J. w. G. Stephens, of Mila, Northumberland Co.,, Va. The reason for this advice is that Dr. Pierce's Favorite Pre- scription Is the best preparative for the maternal function. No matter how healthy and strong woman may be, she cannot kse "Favorite Prescription as a prepara- tive for maternity without gain of health and comfort. But it is the women who are not strong who best appreciate the great benefits received from the use of rFavorite Prescription For one thing it's use makes the baby's advent practically painless. It has in many cases reduced days of suffer- ing to few brief hours. It has changed the period of anxiety and struggle Into time of ease and comfort.
 The proprietors and makers of Doctor Pierce's Favorite Prescription now feel fully warranted in offering to pay $500 for any case of I.eucorrhea, Female Weakness, Prolapsus, or Falling of Womb, which they Icannot cure. All the Worlds Dispensary Medical Association, Proprietors, of Buff Halo, N. Y., ask is fair and reasonable trial of their means of cure.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-04-27

~vh,ch he has himself used in his own ex- elusive private practice with the most startling success. Though the years have passed Its equal has never been found and with 1t thousands of workmen have t~oueht about the cures they so much loneed for The doctor willingly sends the formula entirely free to any man who writes him for it. and they will find It a gift of lasting value. It Is good for aexual weakness, lost manhood nervous ness. weak back. emissions. varicocele, lack of force, prostatic trouble, night sweats, inability and the many other em- barrassing conditions that befall the sex uaI1v imperfect man. It creates an im- mediate social feeling, warmth and good nature forces active blood to the mus cular tissue, tones the nervous system and srouses bodily confidence. It makes the man of 65 as good as at 35, and the young man again eager for society and fit for marriage and parenthood. Satisfactory results are produced in days use, and a perfect cure in a few weeks, regard less of age, or the cause of your condi- tion
 If you need such a remedy send your name and address today to the Dr. Knapp Med. Co., 15O0 Hull Bldg, Detroit. Mich, and in an unmarked envelope the doctor will at once send you the receipt. as prom ised. explaining in detail what ingredients to use and how to compound them so that any weak man can cure himself in his own home without being under obi- cations to anyone. It costs you nothing and +ne sooner you write the sooner you will be cured.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-04-27
RECEIVER IS ASKED FOR.
Big Rice Company Said to Owe
 $160,0O0.

San Antonio, Tex, April 26.-The AL linace Trust company, limited of Eng land, today filed suit in the United States district court asking for the aD- pointment of a receiver for the Ray wood Rice, Canal and Mi;ilns company, which has 13,010 acres of rice in cul- tivation in Liberty county.
 It is alleged that the rice company is indebted to the trust company in the sum of $160,00 and is under c~rtract to build houses upon and irrigate it's land, aggregating 42 so acres. While no default in interest is alleged, it IS charged the work agreed to be done has not been done according to con tract and the court has been a Sked to appoint receiver to ope, ate the plant in the interest of the creditors, as well as the company
 The hearing has bcen set for ten days hence. There are nu nerous cred itors of the rice coanrany in eastern Texas.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-04-27
M Madison.

Huntsville April 26.-(Special )-The Madison county democrats held their county convention today and nominated thirteen delegates to attend the state con vention at Montgomery. By resolution of John II. Wallace Jr. lhe delegates were instructed 10 cast their votes for Judge Alton B. Parker for President.
 The county delegates are also instructed to vote as a unit on all matters. The dele gatlon is composed of R. E. Spraggins, w. B. Bankhead David A. Grayson, Earle Smith, M. B. McCrary, A. D. Kirby. P. b. Brooks, John Mosely, John F. Smith, Will Campbell, R. c. Lawler, Clarendon Davis and Currey Turner.
 The convention was harmonius on every question, and was presided over by Capt J. w. Grayson of Gurley. The present county executive committee by request of the convention, will continue to serve the party until the next general democratic primary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-04-27
Lauderdale,

Florence. April 26.-(SpeciaD- dem ocratic convention was held at noon to- day in the court house to elect delegates to the state convention, which meets in Montgomery on May 20.
 K. A. Killon of Green Hill was made permanent chairman and M. w. Camper secretary. The following delegates were elected: George H. Jones, M. w. Camper, Emmet O'Neal c. w Ashcraft, George Wherter, Paul Hodges, J. J. Mitchell, R. E. Simpson; alternates, J. T. Reeder, A. L. Phillips, J. D. Richardson, J. F. Koon- che. T. o. Bayles, M. A. Kilon. A. A. Berger. O. P. Tucker.
 Emmet O'Neal was cordially endorsed for delegate from the Eighth congress sional district to the national convention and the Lauderdale county delegates were instructed to cast their votes for him. The delegates were instructed to vote as a unit on all questions that ma ! come before the convention but were un- instructed for any candidate for presi- dent.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-04-27
YOUNG MAN MEETS
 FRIGHTFUL DEATH
JOHN FRAZIER, WELL KNOWN AT FORT PAYNE, FALLS UNDER A TRAIN AND IS INSTANTLY KILLED.

Fort Payne, April 26.-(Special )-One of the saddest and most shocking acci- dents ocucrred here last Saturday night at about 7:45, when the northbound pas senger train ran over and killed John Frazier, eldest son of Robert Frazier, who lives near this place. The young man went down to the old depot near Main street, where the northbound train had switched to let the southbound train pass and as he and a friend started to get on to ride up to the passenger de- pot about a hundred yards He in some manner slipped and fell under the car. Frazier was instantly killed.
 The remains werel aid to rest on Sun day afternoon at the Lebanon graveyard about eight miles below here. Judge W. c. D. Cook and the Rev. Peter Chitwood conducted the funeral services. John Frazier was splendid young man.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-04-27
Young Boy Hurt.

Gadsden. April 26.-(Special) )-There was an exciting runaway in the city ear- ly this morning, which resulted in the severe bruising of Charlie Marlow. a boy 16 years old, who was driving Marlow was driving the delivery wagon of Arm strong & Norris and was on College street when the holding back straps broke. causing the wagon to run against the horse The animal commenced to run, throwing young Marlow out, and ran into the stable of R. c. Sandlin, where it was stopped No damage was done to the horse or wagon, but young MarloW was badly hurt
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-04-27
Odd Fellows Celebrate.

Gadsden, April 26-(Special)-T an- niversary rally of the Coosa River lodge of Odd Fellows was held last Sunday at Friendship church, in Smokenecl1, some ten miles below Gadsden. One of the largest crowds that has been seen at a rally of this kind was present. fully 1900 people being on hand, and the day pass ed off without a single accident to mar the occasion. The Rev. Chunr of Ala bama City, delivered an excellent sermon appropriate to the occasion at Il o'clock. At 12 o'clock dinner was spread. After dinner the Hon. John H. Loveioy and C. D. Clarke of Gadsden. both made excel lent talks on Odd Fellowship.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-04-27
Calhoun.

Anniston. April 26.-(Special1-Dele from Calhoun county were selected here this afternoon to the democratic state convention at Montgomery May 25. The county convention was presided over by R. F. Thomasson as permanent chairman. who spoke of a change of platform in national affairs This was greeted by much cheering. J. H. Edmundson was made permanent secretary. The delegates are as follows: s. ]. Bowie, Arch Hen derson, s. H. Kennedy. w. H. Weatherly. L. F. Greer, K. E. kilby. James Keith. ". L. MeCaa, w. W. Whitesides, E. G. Caldwell and D. c. Harris. While the committee was out John B. Knox made a speech, and every mention of Parker was greeted with prolonged applause. The delegation was unnstructed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-04-27
Jackson.

Scottsboro, April 26.-(Special)-Th democratic county convention was held at Scottsboro today and the following is the list of delegates and slternates elected to the state convention: B legates, Milo Moody. J. A. Ridley, J. F. Gulatt. Jakyle w. R. Larkin, c. L. Hackworth, G. w. Crawford, A. w. Darwin, F. A. Bostick. Alternates, J. E. Brown, J. F. Proctor, I. T. Cook, c. w. Adkins, Will Hart, J. l.. Tackworth. NJ. A. Clay. No instructions were given and the delegates to the state convention will be free to express their own judgment.