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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
THE LOSS is $25o,000.
Dover, N. H., Fire Even More Costly
Than at First Estimated.

Dover. N. H., March 29.-The fire
which destroyed the Masonic Temple
on Central avenue in this city early
today was confined to that building.
Burning brands ignited the roofs of
nearby structures. but in each case the
blaze was quickly extinguished. When
the walls of the big five-story brick
block fell, several spectators We're
slightly injured by flying bricks. The
loss Is estimated today at nearly $780,
900. 1t Is not yet known whether the
temple will be rebuilt. The cause of
the fire which started in the hardware
store of c. L. Jenniss, has not been as
certained. The heaviest losers are the
local Masonic Lodge, owners of the
building; G.. L. Jenniss, hardware,
Charles A. Maxim, groceries, Frank NJ.
Hanson, clothing, and Gray Brothers,
cigars and tobacco.
The insurance on the building was
$4,000. The owners of stores in the
structure carried considerable insur-
aEce; the loss of occupants Of Offices
was almost total.
A new temple probably will be built,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
NO CRITICISM MEANT.
fuckers Parents Letter Was Written
by Heartbroken PeopIe.

Boston, March Ex-Governor Guild
announced Thursday that he had re-
ceivcd Il communication from Mr.. and
Mrs. Tucker, the parents CT Charles I,
Tucker, now under sentence of death
for the murder of Miss Mabel Page in
which they ask permission to with
draw their first letter which was re-
ceived at the executive ,lepartment
about 10 days ago. They now write
that their sons attorneys had advised
them that they had expressed them
selves in way that might not seem
respectful to the trial of their son and
therefore wished to withdraw the let
ter.
The original letter from Mr. and Mrs
Tucker criticised the trial as unius,
and asked for complete pardon fol-
Tucker. The parents now write:
our hearts were bursting with
anguish and in the excitement of TIC
moment we expressed ourselves with
out thinking how our words would
sound. We us much believe i'm the
innocence of our boy as We believe We
are alive"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
SIZE OF BATTLESHlPS.
Tendency Is for Larger and Heavier
Armed Vessels.

Washington, March 29-Sincc the
decision of the House committee on
naval affairs to recommend an appro-
priatiolf of $b.000.000 for the construc-
ton of hattlesnip larger than any
now afoat, naval experts here have
begun a discussion Of the size of bat
tleships which shows that Admiral
De wey is not supported by many naval
officers in lis advocacy of a battleship
greater than the $4,000 ton English
battleship Drcadnaught.
Naval constructors are agreed that
an effective blttleship with a displace-
nitnt Of 10000 tons or more can be
constructed, but they question the ad
disability of authorizing one ship Of
this type at the present time and not
making an effort to provide additional
10000 ton ioattleships TO supplement
the quota of smaller ships.
At least four bdttlcships of the same
speed and with similar batteries are
necessary, according to the view OF
these constructors, to II" effective in
engagement. one great battleShip
even if ii be swiftcr and have moro
guns than other ships atoat, they con
1t III 'til!Nll dtC'tiiIliSu 't!lS lIlllS L!
actual war and is not more effective
than The slower and less formidable
ships with which it is Joined in action
| If Congress should decide that the
: new battleship must have twelve l.
! inch guns as has been suggested, d
ship with Il displacement of 1000 tons
would be necessary in the opinion %;
| Admiral tlprS. and Soc. Bonapartc be-
licVes this will probably he the size OF
the proposed ship. The British battle
ship DIR alnaught will carry Only tcl
1&-inCh guns.
The - first class battlcships of The
United States navy are Of eight differ.
lent types aitd tho Nal icty is 50 grca
that few Of the ships arc suitable fol
joint operation. Naval officers are
unanimous that the new construction
should be harmonized in sucn manner
that mere of the battlcships may b,
used in forming units for action.
| 1t is probable that Il gigantic ship o.
the typ" proposed BY Congress caunu
be completed in less than four or FIVE
years. Great Britain constructed tn.
IrCadnaught in less than y year in The
time il was authorized. Naval officer!
Of other countries have iniimatcd tina
:l'c Dro ddnauGht WAS rushed to com
plctiOn: that other powers might sec
how soon England can build q new
navy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
CONG. LITTLE LEADS.
Has Over 500 CT the 517 Arkansas
Democratic Delegates.

Little Rock, Ark, March Coon
gresham John S. Little carried the
state Democratic primary yesterday in
The contest for nomination for COVER
nor over Attorney General Robert l..
Rogers and S. .. Sevies. In the state
convention which meets in Hot Springs
on June s. he will nave probably more
than 300 delegates out of Il total of
81. thus assuring his nomination.
Gov. Jefferson Davis apparently has
an inSurmountable lead over Senator
James n. Berry for the nomination for
United States senators, returns indi
eating that Davis majority in the en-
tire state may exceed 10000. Com
flote returns will not be available until
later. Stephen EruUddge Jr.. is prob
ably nominated for Congress in the
second district.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
AFTER THE BANKS,
Z. w. Morse Secures Another LARGE
Block of Bath Stock.

Bath. Me. March 29-Announce-
ment was made today that Charles w
Morse of New York had secured a
lerge block of stock of the Bath Trust
Co.. giving his control of that institu
ton. Mr.. Morse already had control
OF the Lincoln National Bank and held
large interest in the FIRST National
Bank. Beside these there are two Ma
uonal banks and two savings banks
In this city. 1t is rumored, but moth
Ing authentic can be learned, that he
will consolidate the three institutions
at some future date Mr. Morse has
large interests in banks in New York
Brooklyn. Baltimore, Philadelphia and
Boston and is repused to be the largest
individual holder of bank stock in this
country.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
IN THE SENATE.
Clay, Carmsck and NewIands Speak on
the Railroad Fate Bill.

Washington, March 29.-Thc Senate
TO-DAY listened to speeches on the rail-
road rate bill by Mcssrs. Clay. Car
mack and Ncwlands and then debated
and passed a bill which provides for
the reorganization of the medical de-
partment of the army by authorizing
the appointment of Offices to take the
pace uf contract surgeons.
All the senators VINO spoke on the
rate bill indicated purpose to sup
port it, but Mr.. Clay expressed the
hope that it would be so amended as
to afford a limited court review of the
orders of the interstate commerce
commission.
Mr.. Hale criticised the military
medical bill as showing a tendency to
increase the army which he said was
not desirable III time of peace.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
GEORGE n. GILMAN.
Editor and Proprietor Of Aroostook
Pioneer Dead in Boston.

Houlton, Nc. March 29.-Word of
the sudden death of George II. Gilman,
editor and proprietor of the Aroostook
Pioneer at Boston last night was re-
coived today. He was 50 years Of age.
Mr. Gilman was born at Augusta, the
son Of VIM. S. Gilman who in 1857 es-
Gblished the Aroostook Pioneer, the
1'rst newspaper published in Aroostool1
county. The most of his life since he
was l5 years of age has been passed in
printing establishment In 1885 upon
the death of his father. he became the
sole proprietor of the Pioneer. He was
member of the State Legislature in
lSsi-s and was Republican. A
widow and one daughter. Miss A. Mae
Gilman. survive
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
RESCUED BY FIREMEN,
Rcxbury, Mass, Woman and Four Chill
dren Carried Down on Ladders.

Boston, March 29.-Unable to escape
by means of a stairway because of
dense volumes of smoke Mrs. Joseph
inc Weiss and her four children were
rescued and carried down a ladder
from the second story of tenement
house in RoxDury today. The fire
started In the lower part of the house
but the smoke was so thick that il
drove Mrs. Weiss and her children to
the windows in the front of her apart
lnent where they were compelled to re-
main until the firemen raised ladders
The monetary loss was small
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
But One Fireman Killed
and Two Are Injured
By Collision Of Engine and
Hose Wagon and Hartford.
The Dover, \. H., Fire Loss Now Estimated
al About S250,000.

Hartford. Conn, March 29.-One
fireman was killed and two injured as
the result of a fire which did less than
q dollars worth Of damage last night
In the Open Hearth Mission in Grove
street. George NJ. Goodrich. driver of
Engine No. was thrown as his en-
CINE collided with Hose Wagon No. l,
both on their way to the fire and he
died as the result OF a fracture of the
skull Two other firemen fell while
going to the fire and received cuts and
bruises, which will not prove serious,
however. Goodrich was "a years old
and unmarried.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
Signs of Sprjnu,

Although the robin is generally held
To be the real feathered herald of
spring, ornithologists place more con-
fidence in the song sparrow, which has
now arrived. When this bird appears
IT. is safe to gamble that there will be
no more zero weather until the next
winter. Among other arrivals from
the South are the cedar bird, purple
finch and large bands Of junco. The
cav of the crow has been heard all
winter. The robin, except perhaps in
very few cases, has not yet been
seen. AS soon as the fields become
more passable. Prin. Powers of the
High school will begin their regular
morning expeditions to observe the
ways OF the birds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
THOMAS M. GWEN.
Prominent Topsham Lawyer and Poll
tieian Dies Very Suddenly.

Topsham, Me-, March 29.--While on
his way from the law Office in Bruins
wick Wednesday evening, Thomas
Martin GIveon suffered a shock and
fell TO the sidewalk He died at his
home about half an hour later.
He was "a years of age. In 1863 he
graduated from Bowdoin. He studied
law In Portland and then went to
Paris, where he completed his educa-
tion After being admitted to the bar
he practiced In Portland for a number
of years. Thirty years ago he moved
his office to Brunswick. He was
M ominent in Topsham politics and for
many years was moderator at the town
meetings. a widow and four children
survive.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Anthony Conosky Thursday shot his
wife and then himself at his home in
tie Brooklyn district of Waterbury,
Conn. The wife will recover but
Conosky is expected to die. 1t is said
that Conosky had been respondent on
account of the recent trial and con-
viction of his son, Joseph who was SEN
fenced TO state prison for life short
time ago for the murder Of Thomas c.
lockwood, an aged farmer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
IN THE HOUSE.
Progress on Legislative, Executive and
judicial Appropriations.

Washington. March 29-Today was
busy day for the House considerable
progress having been made on the leg
lslatVe. executive and judicial bill
The committee of appropriations suf.
fered a defeat in the committee of the
whole by vote of IS to %, expunging
paragraph from the bill which was
alleged to be properly a part of the
post office appropriation bill.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
Desirable Real Estate
For Sale in Gardiner

The homestead of the late Capt. Arthur
Berry. situated on Autumn Street. The
house contains twelve rooms, wood house
and large stable, at a moderate expense
the stable could be made into a two tene-
ment house; extra large lot; also desir-
able house lot directly opposite this es-
tate on same street. Also several de-
sirable lots on Clinton Street, large lots,
nigh land and moderate prices. This en-
tire property must be sold For terms
ana particulars inquire Of 0. b. Clason or
M. A. Haraden. Gardiner. Maine.
Gardiner, Maine. March II, 1906
m22d2w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
CRUISER WASHINGTON
Coming to Maine Coast Soon for The
Official Speed Trial.

Camden. n. j., March 29.-The cruis-
c" Washington left the yards of the
New York Shipbuilding Co. today for
itG trial trip. The vessel will first be
taken to Newport News and placed in
the government drydock and thence
will proceed TO Maine. The trial will
take place over the Rockland course.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

The sale held yesterday afternoon
and evening under the auspices of the
Ladies' Auxiliary Of the Randolph M.
L. church was largely attended, and
the many attractive fancy and useful
articles sold readily. An excellent
baked bean supper was served and
many people satisfied their hunger
around the festive boards
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
A Gift Of a
Graduate or
Dose Glass
will be given at
SPAULDING'S
DRUG STORE
hALLOWE Ell
MAINE

to each customer bringing their pre-
sCriptions here to be filed. The glass
has accurately etched doses from Il to
s teaspoonfuls on it's side and could not
be replaced for Is cents.
We have SO years of accuracy at this
establishment to our credit, do not
substitute and use only the highest
grades of chemicals and drugs. What
is advertised by Spauldins can be re-
lied upon, we have no need of excuses.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

This is truly soap week at Bcanc's.
The fine white ribbon toilet soap, .
cakes for 25c.; Persian violet, only Sc.
for box of cakes. Diamond brand
cold cream, 10c. and 25c. New lot
Easter and souvenir postcards just re-
ceived.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Marion Chapter, o. +. S.. will hold
Il past officers chapter next Monday
evening at Masonic hall and elaborate
preparations are being made for the
affair. Visitors will be present from
Augusta and Winthrop. The chapter
here will also give a supper on the
Saturday before Easter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Willis Goldsmith, the newly elected
read commissioner in Randolph, is
certainly making good" Since the
snowi has been melting the sidewalks.
for the most part have been SUBJ
merged. Mr.. Goldsmith got out with
his pick and shovel yesterday and be-
gan operations which will result in
decided improvement.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Mrs. Francis Ellison and son,
Rudolph. returned yesterday to their
home in Cambridge, Mass, after pass
ing "a few days with friends in Farm
ingdalC
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Funeral services for Franklin Powers
was held yesterday afternoon at his
late home in Pittston. Rev. c. w.
Lowell, pastor Of the Randolph Meth
odist church officiated. There was
large attendance of friends and rela-
tiyes
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
TOWN ELECTIONS.

Observation-Disclosures Ohio d. No
BILE. Arthur G. Whitcomb, John w
Adams; town clerk, j. Frank Taylor
treasurer, Perry f. Dav: constable and
collector, W. D. Day; school committee
John w. Adams, Frank r. Day Arthur
Whitcomh. Amounts a0propria ted
Schools. $500: roads and bridges. S2hN
State road, $50: other purposes. SSH 80
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

After you have used some arti.
Gle and cease to need Il long.
er, you are in q position to
cell It at a bargain-cheaper
than any dealer could, and
stiil feel satisfied. Let . "Foe
sale" in the classified columns
b your sAiesman.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Calico ball will be given this even
ing by the ladies of Kennebec Lodge,
d. of H., at A. o. U. w. hall. The
ladies are expected to appear in calico
CoStumS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
MAINE POSTAL CHANGES.

ing Maine postmasters were appointed
Thursday:
Calais, George DoWnes, Caribou, J.
". Gary.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

The Sunshine Circle will meet this
afternoon with Mrs. Merrill at the New
Mills, and all members are requested
to be present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Mrs. George S. Longley, who has
been visiting Mr.. and Mrs. George A.
harrington. returned yesterday after
noon to her home in Lewiston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
FOR THE PRESIDENCY,
Indiana filth District Republicans En-.
dorse Vice Pres. Fairbanks,

Wabash. Ind. March 29-Congrcss-
man Frederick Lands Was re-nomi-
1.atsi To-Day b. acclamat.on by lie Re-
pubii"an@ u the eleventh district.
Among the resolutions adopted was
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Miss Mary Curran returned Thurs
day afternoon to her home in Boston
after passing a week with friends and
relatives in Whitefield.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Residents in Edinburgh ere much pcr-
turbed by the discovery that their WIT.
supply Is polluted by the presence OF h,
living organism. white in color. but de-
scribed from its shape and general APP
naarance as "a water fea.''
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

1t was announced Thursday at New
York that q. W. Sheldon had been
Sc icctcd to succeed Lyman J. Gage as
president Of the United States Trust
Co., of New York.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Mrs. Loyal Leavitt returned to Rich
mond Thursday after visit with her
parents. Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Marston
in Randolph. ~s'---fr- 49, q Se%
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Mr.. and Mrs. Will Seedlings have -
turned TO Richmond after visiting Mr..
ana MRS. Daniel Derry in Randolpb.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

one endorsing Vice President Fair
banks as ule Republican candidate for
President in 1908. The resolution was
received with hearty applause.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Edward Connolly of South Boston
called on friends here yesterday, while
on his way to Bangor
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Miss Lizzie Elliott arrived from Bos-
ten yesterday and is the guest of her
uncle and aunt, Mr.. and Mrs John +.
Elliott.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Mrs. n. B. Loomis, who has been
visiting Gardiner friends for the last
week, returned yesterday to her home
ia Bangor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

A Spanish newspaper reporting the
launching of the British battlesnip
Dreadnought the other day. translated
the ships name to mean nothing ter
rib!e''
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Fred Werton who has been visiting
Gardner friends returned yesterday Ia
his home in Providence, r.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Miss Minnie Fellows OF Salem
Mass, arrived in Gardiner last evening
for a weeks visit with relatives
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

MISS Ellie Upton of Madison is the
guest OF friends in this CITY.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Tho Ladies' Aid Of the Methodist
church will meet this afternoon at the
home of Mrs. S. A. Cobb, Highland
avenue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

chester II. Beane made a business
trip to Portland, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Mrs. II. w. Spratt who has been The
guest of Mrs. John MARI in Randolph
has returned to her home in Pressure
Isle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Miss Mary Washburn returned yes
terday to Boston, after passing a few
days in this city as the guest Of Mrs.
Ellis.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Harry Conan, who has been visiting
roia'iVes IN West Gardiner, returned
yesterday to his home in Auburn
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
59TH CONGRESS.
CONTINUED from Page One.)

the committee laid the bill on the table,
this making future action improbable.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

MISS Lillian Vale of Portland is the
guest CT friends in this city
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

kennebec Aerie of Eagles went to
Augusta last evening to attend the in
stitution of an aerie in that city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Don't expect another such chance
this spring as Frank c. Wise offers you
in his new ad. Read it carefully.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

-ns. 'ohii MARI Of Randolph left
yesterday, for visit in Portland Oh
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

MISS Helen Wood has returned from
TRIP TO Washington, d. c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30
GARDINER.
'su'naps Tslsshons Call, s1-A

u. "A. Webster of RockIand yisitea
Gardiner friends yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-03-30

Government receipts Thursday: From
intcrnal revenue. $.12.ll0: customs. $1,o39.
40: miscellaneous, $.in,61,j. Expenditures
$S00,0oO