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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25
Granted Leave of Absence.

Miss Frances Dunbar. secretary of
the Waterville Woman's Association.
has heen granted leave Of absence by
the Board OF Trustees of the associa-
ton. The serious illness of a relative
makes an Imperative demand upon
Miss Dunbar's time for the present
and her place at the rooms will be
filled b. Miss Edna Clark, whose
knowledge of the work eminently quail
ifies her for this position of RESPONSE
billty.
The officers of the association con-
slider themselves fortunate in having
Secured Miss ClarkS services. Friends
and strangers will be cordially received
by Ter and she will gladly render what
ever service she can, which may come
within the province of the association
work. Clothing especially for children
will be gladly received at the rooms.
Calls for aid are coming now that the
cold wea ther is approaching, and the
aim OF the association is to be able to
meet other necessities.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25
WILL MOVE AWAY.
c. M. Bailey Co. Preparing Machiner,
For Shipment.

There is no doubt but what the local
! oil cloth works will be discontinued For
the past few years rumOrs TO this effect
have been current. hut the company has
always rCrcaired and continued to do bus
mess, although not on so large q scale as
! in former years. The plant here is Oper-
ated by the c. NJ. Baley's Sons & Co.,
who also operate extensive factories in
Winthrop and Baileyville. The machinery
is now being prepared for shipment. The
shops were established by the late A. and
p. Coburn and were managed by the late
b. NJ Norris. They were built for 80
years ago and it is said that the Coburns
lost quite sum of money in their man.
agement.
The shop at Winthrop, in which c. NJ.
Bailey was interested. was burned and he
came here and leased the factory from
the Coburns for six months He was sue
cessful and later bought the plant, add
ing to it from time to time Mr.. Bailey
has been connected with the local plant
for nearly 43 years. There are men in
his employ today who worked there when
he took it.
Skcwhegan people generally will regret
the passing Of this industry, even though
it has not been for the past 10 years what
it used to he. What use will be made of
the several buildings is not yet deter
mined.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25
PETER WANTS HIS STAND.
Work on New Peanut Emporium De
layed by Augusta Man.

Peter Wedge. who conducts the pea
nut stand on the square. is somewhat
disappointed in not receiving his closed
cart. which he fully expected would be
in readiness then the cold weather
arrived He is having il made by &
man in Augusta, who promiS d it to
hin several weeks AGO. My. Wedge
went to Augusta Z 'lav OF. two ago and
found the contractor had the cart about
twO-thirds finished Tie tontrac tor
was in necd OF more none to finish it.
Mr.. Wedge agreed IL advance the nee
essary amour, if he would sign Il con-
tract Ivy which the cart wOul,l be fin
ished the latter part III the week
This the contractor refused TO DO.
Stating that he did not think he could
do the work in that amount OF time
MIR. Wedge then asked him TO sell ii as
it was and he would bring it to this
city and have il finished. The carpen-
ter wanted as much for il as ii stood
as he originally agreed to give him.
when finished Mr.. Wedg" dCes not
know what The outcome Will be or how
much longer he viii have IL stand
ShiVering IN the cold.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25
Parker-Jacobs,

A very pretty home wedding occurred
at high noon Thursday at the residence
of Mr.. and Mrs. B. L. Bakney. No. II
Maple street, when Mrs. Minnie Jacobs
and Edward +. Parker were united in
marriage. The parlor was beautifully
decorated by Mrs. Blakney, sister of the
bride. The ceremony was performed bv
Rev. Horace Mitchell of Waterville in the
presence of the relatives of the bride and
groom, The bride was unattended and
was married in pretty brown broadcloth
travelling suit. Following the ceremony a
wedding feast was partaken of At 21j
the couple left on the express for hon
eyn:oon trip to Boston and New York.
They will be at home to their host of
friends Nov. l at the residence of Mr. and
Mrs. Frank Clifford at Benton Station. No
cards.
Mr.. Parker when only 4 boy entered the
employ of the Somerset and Kennebec
Fibre Co. as spare hand. 1t was his
determination to learn the business from
the bottom. He applied himself to his
task ard it was not long before he be-
came assigned to a regular position AS
he learned everything thoroughly he was
Of great usefulness all over the property.
He was promoted rapidly to positions of
responsibility and trust. He never failed.
When the United Box Board and Paper
Co. came into possession of the property
he soon became the local official head of
the plant as superintendent and has made
the plant a better piece of property under
hi dY,ri mi CT ~ =,
work he was concerned in the passing
sports and was active in them.
Mrs. Parker has always been a resident
Of Benton from childhood. She was al
ways a moving spirit in social matters
The best wishes of their many friends
follow them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

AS has been mentioned in this paper
before. the fruit store on Water street.
of which Emilio Debe is the proprietor,
Was searched last week by the En-
forcement deputies His hearing was
continued until Wednesday in order
that the one bottle Of beer taken, which
is commonly termed Uno. might be
ahalyZeu. The report from the chemist
was received and the beer was found
to contain less than per cent. of al
coh"l The respondent was therefore
discharged. Five quarts OF whiskcy
was also seized. There was no conten-
ton at the time that this was intend
ed for illegal sale and the court ordered
the same returned. The liquor was for
the personal use of Mr.. Debe.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

The football eleven from the High
school left Thursday morning for Pitts
field, where they were defeated IS to
0 b.! the NJ. c. !. eleven that afternoon
The tip was made across country by
blackboard. Saturday the team will go
to Pennington for a return game with
the Pennington High. The first game.
pia%cd on the aridiron at Fairview
park, Resulted in a victory for the Wis
tiers by 4 score of to O. The local
team viii make every effort to make
the series a tie. An attempt is being
made - arrange for two games to be
played before the season closes with
the Madison High school team.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

he having his own horse. In crossing
bridge in Cornvi]le the animal broke
through the planking and was more or
less injured.
Last Saturday night the saloon in Fair
field run by William W'illett was searched
by the deputies. Several of the States
papers stated that nothing was found.
AS matter OF fact, when the officers en-
tered the place they caught a man drink
ing and seized the bottle from which he
had Just had a drink as we'll as another
mint bottle which was full of whiskey.
Willctt was given his hearing here Mon
day. He pleaded not guilty to two
charges. search and seizure and 9 NUS
ance. and furnished sureties ir the sum
Of 500 for his appearance before the De-
cernber term of the supreme court. which
will convene here the oath
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Several times complaints have been
made that the little boy who was left in
the care and custody of Thomas Quincy
by charitable institution in Massachu-
Setts last spring, was not receiving the
proper care and was being abused and
underfed The boy is only eight years of
age. Mr.. Lynch of the institution arrived
in town Thursday to investigate the mat
ter and rs n result the little chap left
town with him. When the train was
about to start from the station at Water
vile the yCungster made Il break for lib
city and succeeded in making his escape
The train pulled out minus the boy In
a short time he made his appearance at
the place where it has been claimed he
has been abused and said he had rat her
stand the surroundings here than leave
for any uncertain place.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25
Liquors Seized.
Enforcement Deputies Drive to Har
nony and Make a Raid.

Deputies Stackpole and Weston. with
Deputy Towne Of Fairfield, Wednesday
afternoon drove to Harmony. where they
searched the farm house occupied by
Edward f. Smith. A small quantity of
beer was seized, as we'll as seven long,
neckers SO called, of whiskey. Smith
was placed under arrest and brought to
this town. where his hearing was contin-
ued. at his request. until Saturday. He
furnished $500 surety for appearance at
that time. 1t is probable that nuisance
charge will be brought against him also.
Coming to skowhegan. Deputy Commits
sioner Stackpole was riding with Smith,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25
Mrs. Annie 6 Dali.

Mrs. Annie F. Dali. wife Of the lat
William Dali. died Thursday at heI
home on LUDLOW Court, after an lines
lasting week. She was 81 years old
and was born in Denmark y. s. o.
tober "a. 1856. She had been resi-
dent of this city for the past tou:
years.
One son. William Dali of this city
one brother. John Mccarthy Of Bruins
wich, and Two sisters i'll Nova Scotia
survive.
The funeral arrangements have rot
been made.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

A. +, Eerrill of Auburn. grand war
den of the Grand Lodge OF Maine. n.
E. O. P. visited Eureka Lodge. No. 12S.
Tuesday night. The degree was con-
ferred ;lpcn four candidates. At the
close of the work refreshments were
sc~ved and sociable held. The Field
D. putty Eli T. Swan of Norway. who
has been working here for the past two
weeks. will remain in town one week
longer. The members of the local lodge
are planning to attend meeting to be
held il Augusta Nov. Is in observance
Of the 10Th anniversary Of the order.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Stephen Emerson of Benton received
All injury Thursday which will compel
him To remain in bed for some time
He was hauling gravel from a pit in
Clinton. When on his return from the
PIT opposite the residence of f. +.
ltoundy he in some manner fell under
the wheel of his cart the wheel passing
over his limb. The accident was wit
messed by lady who hastily called as
sistance. Mr. Emerson was carried to
his home and DR. Rand called. The ex-
animation showed that the toes Of the
right foot were badly crushed. the
muscles of the leg badly bruised and
the thigh quite badly injured The pa
tent was resting conlfortabl at night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25
Star
Attends School.

The Order of the Eastern Star held a
school of instruction at the Masonic hall
in this city Thursday afternoon and even
ing. The grand matron. NJ. Elizabeth
Leech of Bar Harbor, and Grand Patron
A. II. Totman We're present
In the afternoon the work was exampli-
fed by the district deputies who were
present from all over the State. Supper
was served at o'clock.
In the evening the Martha Washington
Chapter Of this city conferred the degrees
upon two Candidates in tie presence Of
200 members. The lodge was inspected
by the grand matron, Mrs Leach.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Tracey Forsyth and A. l. Sawyer
arrived home Wednesday night from a
bunting trip to Rowe pond. They
brought with them Il buck and doe.
the latter being a good sized deer They
We're accompanied by DIR. j. L. Pepper
and DIR. W. G. Sawyer of Madison and
intended to remain in camp until Sat
urday. but a telegram was received by
DR. Sawyer stating that his sister,
Mrs. Williams. was dead in California
ana therefore the party came out.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

.. W. Colby. superintendent of the
Skowhegan public schools. left for
Bangor Wednesday to attend the an
nual teachers convention now being
held in that city. Mrs. Colby left to
ioin him Thursday. Other teachers
leaving Thursday morning were Miss
Addie NJ. Swain. D. H. Perkins, princi-
pal of the High school. f. A. Parker.
TIE sub-master. Miss Florence Ham,
mond. teacher of the kindergarten.
and Miss Alma r. Boswell, who has
charge Of the departments of drawing
and manual training. An exhibition Of
the work performed by these pupils in
these departments will be made.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

for the hard work connected with the
school.
The laboratory is to be fitted with
modern apparatus, in an endeayOr to
make the department in a class with
other fitting schools
a splendid place in the basement of
the building can he utilized as gy II.
nasium ard that matter is to he taken
up soon and acted upon.
Bask"s ball is a possibility, there be-
ing plenty Of good material in The
school. Interest is developing and Fair-
field may be heard of in this line Of
sport as il has in days gone by.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Mrs. Martha Elizabeth Leech of Bar
Harbor, grand matron of the Eastern
Star of Maine. arrived Thursday and is
patron. The two grand officers We're pres
ent at the school of instruction for the
Eastern Star Of the State at Waterville
Thursday afternoon and evening. Mrs.
Leech presiding
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

The pleasure seekers and theatre-goers
need not go out of town to obtain salts
faction along these lines of attractions
Benton Grange, Fairfield Lodge, No IS.
|. O. 0. F., the Catholic Society and pos
sibly the classes of the Lawrence High
school will present dramas, farces. COM
edy and melodramas during the winter
All have had experience in such work
and something good is sure to be the re-
suit Of their endeavors
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25
Hiqh School Notes.

AS result Of the Masquerade social
Wednesday evening the Sophomore
class of the Lawrence High school will
received for its financial part about
s12 The principal and assistants feel
gratifieL by the way the parents of the
pupils are showing their interest in
the social functions of the school
These affairs are to be held through
the winter months. as much as can be
done without infringing upon the time
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Miss Margaret Ed ipst md Miss
y. Gertrude Libby orr city, both
teachers in the rural Vet schools.
Mrs. j. l.. Quincy and mis3 Ltiey Ed
dington 'sre attending tht Teachers
convention IN Bangor. ss ~,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25
X. of C's. New
Hall Is Opened,

Waterville Council, No. 14S, knights OF
.oiunpus, gave a grand concert end ball
'as' evening. the event being the forma
opehing OF their new hall. A concert by
TIE Leahy Sisters was rendered. the pro-
gram being as follows:
TMPanish March-"I.a Sorella.'
T INV INSPIRING Waves"
11nn.ermezzo-"Golden Rod
Sc%ntt;sse ristlc-"Dance Of the Sparrows. y
'''"sche-'The Tale Of Stroll
a'elhs was enjoyed until 12 o'clock
W. " couples participating. The floor
erty.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Towel Minstrel Troupe played at
the Gerald Opera house in why Walk
er Walked" THURSDAY evening under
rather cool conditions. the thermone-
ter in the house registering about 35 de-
greeS. The performance was very
pleasing one. nicely staged and enjoy
ed by goCu house. The specialtics
were loudly applauded
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Charles Pratt Of Watcrville and Hor-
ace Pratt Of South Windham have been
the guests since Sunday OF their sister,
Mrs. Viola l.. Hill, at her home on
Cross street. Charles returned to his
home Thursday noon. but Horace will
remain. until after Sunday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Mr.. and Mrs. John Jacuth returned
Thursday from a weeks trip to Boston.
The Food fair was attended and a trip to
Hartford, Ct, enjoyed. Mr. Jaquith will
at once resume his duties as mctorman
on the Benton & Fairfield Electric r,ad.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Leroy w. F'oss of Lewiston. who has
been passing Il vacation Of two weeks
a; hiS nome in that city, mas returned
10 his run as engineer on the Skowhe-
gan Portland morning passenger, MAX
ing his first trip in Wednesday night
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Emery & Kinds, who have occupied Il
store on Island avenue with their sec
olId-nand business for the past few
years. are now moving their stock to
the store ir the r. w. Brown block on
Water street which was formerly occu-
pied by the Blunt Hardware Co. They
have leased the place for two years
The change was made as they needed
mere room
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

A hunting party consisting o: P. A
Smith. Charles McClintock, Ben Smith,
Joseph E. Sawyer and George l.. Bither
Will leave Saturday morning for Roach
river, near Spencer mountain. for three
weeks. They desire their friends to know
that they do not expect to do any great
amount Of Slaughtering of the big game
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

A sight on Main street strangely out
OF keeping with the weather Thursday
was a baseball team, part of the play
efs being uniformed. AS football did
not nave any attraction for them. they
wanted to finish the season by playing
to the limit.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

A hunting and vacationist party will
leave this morning for Pleasant pond for
a few days. The party consists of DR..
and Mrs. Owen b. Ames Miss Kate Jew
ellie, Miss Airline Clark of Skowhegan and
Ralph Jewelle. The journey is to be made
in Mr.. Jewelle's automobile.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

w. Z. Whipplc Of Scion was in town
Thursday on business. For the past
several years Mr.. Whipple has lumber
cd quite extensively IN the northern
rlrt OF the county. but will not operate
the coming season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Grand Oveirseer James H. Mcmahon
vi ms city of the Maine A. o. L. W.,
an" l.. L. Walton Of Skowhegan. chair
man OF the Icommittee on laws Of the
same order went to China last even
ing. where they attended a meeting of
hafiem Lodge. a. o. U. W., of that
.o"n. The meeting was addressed by
'hese Grand Lodge officers, after which
smoke talk was enjoyed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25
LOCAL ITEMS

wateryille citizens will confer 4 favor
~ leaving or telephoning items Of news
;Tterest to the Journals .Waterv;lle edi-
n tnr The ctiice is open during the day.
In case the editor should be G ,9. at any
~ S.St IN the mail box on the door and
Win be found by him in season for the
next mornings isue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Mis-, Hannah +. Page and Miss Eliz-
abcth CGrrier arrived home Wednesday
night from Auburn where they attend
cd the first annual session OF the State
Association of Charities and Correc-
tiDn>
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Powelrs Minstrel Ntfds h. "'why
Walker Walked" arrived IN this Guy
Yesterday morning and played las,
evening at the Fairfield Opera house
Saturday evening they are ;bapked at
the hall u North vassalhoro.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Among the births recorded in town
t.ic past few days We're daughters born
10 the wives of Joseph Bilodeau, Jr.. of
Winter street and Joseph Roy Of East
Front street
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Mrs Lottie Burrill of the South Gram
mar school. Miss Eva Osborne and Miss
Clara Osborne of the Primary schools
will leave this morning for Bangor to at
tend the teachers convention.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Reddiney6n & Co. announce a sa-,
OF Oriental rugs. guarantee goes with
each WHAT will specially interest
buyers alsSp is; the fact of this being a
consignment and any unsold must be
returned e4trly next week. This means
low prices 70 close rather than reship
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

William I.ochyer. who has charge of
one of the camps operated by L. z.
WIGS. VAS in town Thursday on bus
mess connected with the operations in
the vicinity Of Eustis.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

= / ~. A lice Chadwick of this city has
been passing a few days at the home
Of Mr. and Mrs. Frank H. Jones in
China. M
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

A special meeting Of the Central La
Dor Union will be held Sunday after
! noon, at which time the union viii be
reorganized and new officers elected.
&AIl members are expecte1sto be present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

The W. S. Heath Circle. No. 13. La
dies Of the G. a. r.. will hold a spe-
cial meeting at the Grand Army hall
AT 30 =. NJ. Saturday to which every
member is asked to attend
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

G. F. B. Walker, of the Walker
Clothing Co, has returned from a two
weeks hunting trip in the vicinity
Of the Rangeley lakes. One handsome
deer was the result of the trip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Bamboo MUSIC IRE advertised
by Athertonsf u9nitnrss 1sat prices
hard to dupAcatef Tht4s Store enjoys a
trade this fan tt N eaching in
the territory il eovetx an As large
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

The steel mill which has been placed
in the mill of F. J. Savage s. Co. by
l.. b. Dow of Boston is now being used.
The mill is now equipped with stone
mill and the steel mill
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Preston Delano. who formerly had
charge of restaurant here. has taken
charge of pop corn. fruit and confec-
tionery business at Waterville.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Garfield Camp. Sons Of Veterans, will
hold public whist party this evening
at Grand Army hall. Suitable prizes
will be offered and refreshments
served
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Mrs. NJ II. Loughrey and her daugh-
ter, who have been the guests of Mr.
and Mrs. W. w. Cakes, left Thursday
fol their home i'll Cambridge, Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

George Stobie OF Hebron Academy
il at his home in Winslow for few
DAYS during the teachers convention
at Bangor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Nearly all the official staff Of the
Eastern Star of Fairfield beside large
delegation of the members were in at
tendance at the School of instruction
held in Waterville Thursday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

Mrs. NJ. Roulette. who has been the
guest since Friday Of relatives in Oak
land, arrived home on the afternoon
train Of Wednesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

One offender was before the police
court Thursday morning charged with
!. being intoxicated. He was released on
paying costs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-10-25

The country schools were closed
Thursday night for the rest of the
week to allow the teachers to attend
the convention being held at Bangor.