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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18
Mrs. AIvecia c. Campbell.

Mrs. Alvecia C. Campbell died at 10
O'Clock Saturday evening at the home of
her daughter, Mrs. Geo. w. Perkins.
Litchfeld road. after a long illness, aged
8 years and months. The funeral will
lie held at II A. NJ. Tuesday and will be
Hriylte.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18
Funeral Of Late NAPOLEON Grit.

The funeral of the late Napoleon
Grit. whose remains We're brought here
from Waterville to the home of his
brother. was held from the Catholic
church here Sunday afternoon at .
o'clock. There was a large attendance
of relatives and friends Rev. FIR.
.Jouvin, the pastor officiated.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

The following We're registered at the Il
pi"Iy Yesterday: Earle W. Mace. Port
land: Ralph c. Merchant. New YorI,
ci'y; Ester Cyr, Guilford. Va. Josephin-
ana Emma Cyr, Augusta; George c. Da
ceH Gardiner; Henry E. Green. Wafer.
Vile
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Usual weekly rehearsal of the base
ball minstrels Wednesday evening. il
is hoped that all who are t. take part
Will maxi 4 special effort 20 be pres
ent. The dates set for tie fair are
April II, IS and Is. n grand Ian On
Patriots DAY being o.4,> OF the feature;
of the fair
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18
Funeral of Late Mrs. sylvia Braoo.

The funeral of the late Mrs. Sylvia
Bragg was held from the residence Of
Alvah Bragg Saturday afternoon at /
O'Clock. Rev. ]. B. Reardon, pastor of
the Universalist church at Oakland
was the officiating clergyman.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Miss Julia Wells is engaged in a most
commendable work, the securing of
members names to be added to tac
roll of the Maine Branch of the Nj
tional Red Cross. Any not called upon
IRE cordially invited to JON.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Arthur c. Chadbourne of this city is
one of the % seniors at Bowdoin Sc
lected on a basis of their rank TO write
graduation themes. Six speakers will
De elected from this group.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Mrs. A. B. Gaylord has returned
from North Attleboro, Mass, where
she was called by the death of rela-
tiVeS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

| a pension of SIT per month has been
granted Thomas F. Mullaney, who
served in Co. B, 9Th L. S. Inf. now, a
f, patient in the hospital.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Walter Gregory Olmstead, late 10th
Battery. n. Y. l.. A, was transferred
to this Home from the Western Branch
yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18
zl - -
PITTSFIELD

A Poverty social under the auspices OF
the Ladies' Aid Society OF the Methodist
church will occur Tuesday evening at the
Methodist parsonage, Lancey street
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

+. w. Pike and Arthur E. Tracy of
Passport and Annie G. aud Agnes NJ
Adams Of Lubec were visitors at thu.
Home Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

John Noble who has acted as super
intendcnt of the kennebec Division of
the United Box. Board & Paper Co. for
several years, has resigned his posi-
ton to take effect in the near future.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18
sat-mon-w wed FIJI

whist party in X. Of p. hall Friday
evening, March 22. This is for q worth;
cause and it is earnestly requested that
all attend. Tickets can be procured
at the door,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18
Mrs. James Grant Of Whitef;eId

Joanna. the wife of James A. Grant.
passed away lat her home in Whitefield
Friday, at the age of 60 years. The fu-
neral was held yesterday afternoon
from her late home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Mrs. Louise Newhall entertained the
regular Saturday Night Bridge Whist
at her home on Newhall street A
pleasant hour was passed by all.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

The cantata THE Risen Christ" will be
presented at the Universalist church at
the vesper service. at 4 O'Clock Easter
Sunday afternoon by the full vested choir
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Miss Amelia Ames went to Augusta
Saturday to remain for few days, the
guest of her friend, Miss Nora Alien.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

of the church, assisted by local soloists,
under the direction of Miss Grace Rogers,
Organist and musical director.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Rev. George r. Palmer of South Port
land, a prominent Grand Army man. has
been engaged by Stephen Davis Post to
deliver the Memorial day address here.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Mrs. Edwin Bunker of Dexter ha
been in town visiting her mother, Mrs
Sarah Cotton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Willard Harville will enter the en-
ploy of the United Box, Board G. Paper
Co, beginning his duties this morning
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18
FAIRFIELD.

Fred G. Doe of Augusta was in town
on business Friday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

The Rev. Eowlcy Green. who for the
past four weeks has conducted an
eNangclistic mission in Watervile. left
for Portland Saturday morning. having
completed his work here The mission
closed Friday night, and following the
farewell meeting, 4 great crowd re-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Mr.. and Mrs. Dean w. Bowie. who
nave been in charge of the hotel this
winter. have severed their connection
with the same and left the Home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Stephen Wing and Ralph Jewell ar
rived home from Boston. where they
have been for a few days on Friday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Rev. J. +. Herrick OF the Bapt;s1
churcn supplied the pulpit Of the BAD
list church Sunday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Mrs William House of Watcrvlle il;
visiting friends in town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18
HALLOWELL.

Adjourned meeting OF city govern
mcnt this evening
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Miss Myra Adams of Damariscotta is
visiting her grandmother, Mrs. Admir-,
Adams.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

John n. Taylor returned to Boston
saturday. after a weeks sojourn at the
Mol2Zigau Club house.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

The sale of the Ladies' Aid Of the
CniverSalist church will occur Friday
March %
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

The Benevolent Society will meet
with Mrs. F. f. Beane, Second street.
at 2 O'clock Thursday afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

w. B. Washburnc has returned from
Il visit with relatives in Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18
WINTHROP.

Frank NneclaEd passed Saturday
Brunswick.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

C. w. Pooler and David King are on
a business trip tC Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Frederick Pierce, formerly a nurse
here, was q visitor yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

George Z. BixDy OF Auburn was q
visitor here Saturday and Sunday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Mrs. Emory Wood is at home from Au
Susta for i vacation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Arthur Mcmahon has been appointed
sergeant of Co. c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18
NATIONAL HOME.

Percy Libby is housed with severe
attack of the grip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

Thomas ]. McCabe has returned
from a pass to Middletown, CT.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-03-18

The ladies of the Annex will give a
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-08

who defeated him the other night, will
be present.
Jack Sullivan and Hugo Kelly, who
battle for the middleweight title Friday
night, are also to be trotted out.
Little Bat Nelson arrives according to
schedule this morning and will second
O'Brien.
Every precaution has been taken to
care for the immense throng which has
already been assured because of an
enormous ticket sale. One six-round
preliminary is carded and will be called
shortly after o'clock. McCarey has
demanded that O'Brien and Burns be
in the ring at half past 9, and those who
desire to take out of town trains should
have small difficulty in doing So
Referee Charlie Eyton will surely ex-
perience strenuous time if O'Brien and
Burns require breaking, as they did be-
fore Jim Jeffries, large and strong as
he is, had a lively session. Eyton, how
ever, generally commands the respect
of his men, and it is anticipated that he
will get away we'll tonight.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-08
LONG SHOTS ARE
OAKLAND WINNERS
SUGAR MAID TAKES SQUADRON
HANDICAP
CIoudIight, Favorite, Fails to Get In
side the Monay-Lem Reed
Plunged On In the Fifth
Event
By Associated Press.

By Associated Press.
SAN FRANCISCO, May 7.-Lone
shots were in evidence at Oakland to-
day, the first four races going to horses
with liberal prices quoted against
them. The Flying Squadron handicap
was taken by Sugar Maid, which re-
ceded to to 1.
Cloudlight, the favorite, failed to fin
ish inside the money. Lem Reed was
plunged on in the fifth and won
cleverly.
First race, four and half furlongs-
Karoda, 112 (Keogh), IL to 1, won; st.
Avon, 112 "a. Williams), to 1, second;
Swede Sam, 112 (E. Kelly, 8 to l, third;
time :55 4-5. jeremiah, Irish Mike, st.
Modan, Sir Wesley, San Ramon, Great
Apache, Sand Piper, Alcibiades and FL
ephant Jack finished as named.
Second race, six and half furlongs,
selling-Eropyro. 112 (Keough), 10 to l.
won; Bonar, 109 (Palms). 16 to l, Sec
ord; DIR. Powell, 1O4 (Mentry) IL to 1,
third; time 1:22 1-5 Sinner Simon
Reality, Dotterel, Little Butter Cup,
Dora l., Darthula, War Times, Elba
and Meringue also ran.
Third race, seven furlongs, selling
Col. Jewell, 104 (Bucxton). 15 to 1, won;
Yellowstone. 1O7 (F. WILSON,, 9 to 2,
second; Little Mirthful, 109 (Fisher), 5
to 1, third; time 1.2S 3-5 Watercure,
Black Gem, Santa Ray, Hippocrates,
Toller, Etapa, Mike Jordan and Maud
Muller finished as named. Black Eyes
was left at the post.
Fourth race, -rlying Squadron handi-
cap. six and half furlongs-Sugar
Maid, 1O7 (Fischer), to 1, won; Entire
Nous, 113 (W. Kelly, to 1, second;
Grace g., 81 (E. LYNCH, 10 to l, third |;
time 1:2O. Geo. P. McNear, Judge Nell
son, Martinmas, Cloudlight and Dollie
Dollars finished as named.
Fifth race, seven furlongs, selmling-
Lem Reed. 109 (Fischer), 8 to l., won;
Croix d or, 109 CIV. Kelly; 21 to 5,
second; Prince Magnet, 112 (Rettig), IL
to 2, third; time 1927. Pacifico, Wood
thorpe, Hedge Thorn, Rama, Turkey
Foot and Jackful finished as named.
Sixth race, mile and fifty yards
Woolma, "a CA. Walsh), to 1, won;
Livius, 9S CIV. Kelly, IL to 1, second;
Frank Flittner, LOG Of. WILSON,, to
1. third; time 1:44 1-5. Lordof, The
Vale, Ethel Day, Edith James. Syca-
more, Bob Ragon, John Lyle, Johnny
Lyons and Gold Badge finished as
named.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-08
COUNCIL APPOINTS THE
REGULAR COMMITTEES
Special to The Herald.

Special to The Herald.
PASADENA, May 7.-Committees
were named on finance and on streets
and alleys at the short session of the
city council held early this morning
The following were named as members
of the committees: Finance, Council
man Hotaling, chairman; Braley and
Root, ST.; streets and alleys, Council
man Crandall chairman; Barnes and
Webster.
The following interesting report of
Sanitary Inspector Huddleston was
rendered, adopted and ordered filed:
Inspected Raab Creamery company's
dairy at South Pasadena and found it
tc be in sanitary condition.
Inspected the Del Coronado, finding
conditions good except in corrals.
Inspected the Family dairy; corrals
out of condition.
Found small dairy of six cows be-
longing to H. c. Demming at 1905 North
Lake avenue with very insanitary
conditions. Believe Mr. Demming since
sold out and cows now scattered.
Inspected j. S. Bowen's place, two
cows, corral insanitary.
Inspected number of small dair1es,
finding conditions generally good.
Inspected dairies near Ell Monte,
found most in good condition, as fol-
lows: Mr.. Dodd's, conditions fairly
good S. Beck, one diseased COW WIN
lump jaw and other conditions bad;
George Green's, general conditions not
good Mr.. Parrish's, conditions good
with one exception; H. w. Themes
conditions very bad; --r. Irwin's. con-
ditions fairly good; Mr.. Raposo's, con-
ditions fairly good. The above named
dairies furnish milk to the Raab
Creamery company. I have ordered the
places put in good condition at once.
The report Of City Treasurer Mum
son was as follows Balance on hand
in the general fund. $50, 5,564.75; in ex-
ecutive fund, $79,2S3.21; in commission
ers' fund. $27,953.33; in library fund,
$8624. 40; street opening and widening
fund, $17,1S7; fire and sewer sinking
fund, $347.54; municipal Improvement
bond fund of 1902. S47OS.7S. Interest
and sinking municipal Improvement
water works bond fund of 1905, $2237.6f;
electric light works fund, $192S.93; In
terest and reduction fire department
and electric light Improvement 1905;
acquisition electric lighting WORKS
fund. $62, 2,231.7O fire department ana
Improvement 1906 fund.- $11S,237.42. To-
tai cash in treasury, 1886, ,943.lb. IN
cashed warrants, $23, ,717.25 Amount SUB
ject to warrants. per auditor report
S363 225 81.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-08

SEALS SLAUGHTER
ANGEL TW|RLER
GRAY GIVEN LIVELY SESSION
YESTERDAY -
San Francisco Takes Kindly to Seraph
Pitchers Offerings and Bang
Ball to Far Corners of
the Lot

The Seals simply slaughtered Dolly
Gray in the opening game of the series
at Chutes park yesterday afternoon
and won by the score of 6-1.
Ashley was on the slab for San Fran
cisco and allowed the Angels but six
hits, which were so scattered that they
resulted in the bringing of but one
run across the plate.
1t was in the third inning that San
Francisco went after Gray in lively
fashion and scored three runs. Ashley
singled to right and Spencer was hit
by pitched ball. Mohler forced
Spencer. Moriarty walked.
Hildebrand singled to center, scoring
Ashley and Mohler. Moriarty tailed
when Irwin went out, Gray to Hogan.
Wheeler famed.
The score:
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-08
HOLLYWOOD WOMAN TO
DONATE CHURCH CHIMES
Special to The Herald.

LONG BEACH, May 7.-Thinking
that perhaps some downcast spirits
may be cheered by their sweet music,
some would-be suicide turned, maybe,
from his contemplated course, Mrs. Ke-
ziah Smith of Hollywood will donate
complete chime of bells to be placed
in the tower of the new Presbyterian
church.
The reason for Mrs. Smiths philan-
thropic act has been explained. A man
whom she afterward met was checked
when about to kill himself by hearing
the bells of the Eliza A. Otis memorial
chime at Hollywood ringing out Lowell
Mason's hymn, Nearer, My God. to
Thee"
The set which Mrs. Smith will pro-
vide for the local church will cost
$4,000
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-08
PRIZEFIGHTER FALLS
HEIR TO S750,000
By Associated Pres.

11S <ASSNCIeiNNu 7 Ie-'-s
SACRAMENTO, May Harry May
nard. reformed prize fighter. formerly
of San Francisco but who has made his
home in this city for the past few years,
is the heir to an immense estate in
Wales and will leave a week from
Wednesday for his native country 10
attend to the settling up of the estate.
According to information received by
Maynard the estate is valued at $750,000,
to which he is the sole heir.
Maynard is heir to the Winchcombe
estate. His true name is H. w. Winch
combe, but he changed it many years
ago when he entered the prize ring.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-08
NEW AUTO BUS WILL
MAKE TRIP TODAY
special to The Herald.

SpeCIdI 10 IIlt IitIdIu
LONG BEACH, May 1.-THE first
trips of the Southern California Auto
companys autobus line will be made
tomorrow morning, beginning at
o'clock.
The steam auto which will be used
has a capacity of fourteen. 1t will
run from the corner of Ocean and
Pine avenues north to Seventh street,
east to Obispo and north to Anaheim,
making the round trip every forty min
utes. Three other cars will be put on
if the business seems to justify 1t.
The autobus line is calculated to reach
those parts of town not penetrated by
branches of the Pacific Electric. Five
cent fares will be charged between
Ocean and Alamitos avenues.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-08
HOOKS BIG FISH;
LOSES HIS PURSE
Special to The Heral

Special to The Herald
LONG BEACH, May 7.-After hard
but successful fight with heavy white
bass which he had hooked off the outer
wharf, Harry Hamilton, a visitor from
Nova Scotia, found that 1926 in cash,
a valuable diamond ring and transpor-
tation to Prince Edwards island were
missing from an inside pocket of his
coat.
He told the police he thought he had
been robbed. The police believe, how
ever, that the contents of his pocket
were spilled into the ocean during his
struggle with his finny prize.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-08
WASHINGTON GROUNDS WET

By Associated Press.
WASHINGTON, May Washington
Boston game postponed on account OF
wet grounds.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-08
NATIONAL LEAGUE GAMES
coRYDoN rwIRLs GREAT BALL

By Associated Press.
BOSTON, May 7.-Magee's superb
fielding enabled Corydon to hold the
local players down to a single hit and
his three base hit in the tenth brought
in two runs, Philadelphia winning by 3
to 1. Score:
Philadelphia 8, hits II, errors 1.
Boston l, hits l, errors 1.
Batteries-Corydon and Jacklitsch;
Young and Brown. Umpire, Emslie.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-08
SUMMARY

Two-base hit-Delmas. Sacrifice hits
Cravath, Moriarity Street. Left on bases
Los Angeles 8, San Francisco II. Bases
on balls-Off Gray 4, off Ashley 2. Struck
out-By Gray a, by Ashley 2. Double
plays-Irwin to Mohler to Wheeler, Del
mas to Hogan. First base on errors-San
Francisco 2, Los Angeles l. Hit by pitch
er-Spencer, Hogan, Mohler 2. Time-1 :55.
Umpire-Derrick.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-08
ORE HAULERS DEMAND
1.-TWO BITS" MORE A DAY
BY ASSOCIATED Press.

SALT LAKE CITY, May 1.-TWO
hundred men, comprising half the
force of ore haulers at the plant of
the American Smelling and Refining
company at Murray, a suburb, walked
out today because the company asked
for time to consider their demand for
an increase Of 25 cents per day in
wages.
The remainder of the men decided
to await reply from the company.
There are 300 men employed at the
plant. Operations are not materially
hampered by today's walkout.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-08
AMERICAN LEAGUE GAMES
DETROIT BEATS ST. LOUIS

BY Associated Press.
ST. LOUIS, May 1.-The Detroits won
good game on wet grounds today from
st. Louis. Both pitchers were hit freely
though only one hit had been made of
Jacobsen up to the seventh inning
Score:
st. Louis 3, hits 8, errors 2,
Detroit 4, hits 8, errors 2,
Batteries-Jacobsen and Spencer;
Sievers and Payne.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-08

Homeless children received and placed
IN houses for adoption. Apply Rev. o.
society. s34 Bradbury building. Los An
Reles.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1907-08-12
Al the Jail.

The u. = Marshars force at Sui
phur made another raid on the joints
Of the city Of sulphur Saturday, and
as result W. s. Janeway, Chas.
Crane, Hudson Madden. and Frank
Ragan, are In Jail at this point in
default of $500 bond.
Jessie Anderson and WIN Crabtree
were lodged in Jail yesterday on the
charge OF adultery, and in default OF
bond
r. II East charged with false pre-
tense was admitted TO bail In the
sum Of $500.
Bell Jones, a negro woman, was re-
leased from jail, discharged by the
commissioner
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1907-08-12
new COMPANY ORGANIZED
APPLICATION FOR A CHARTER
FOR BURNiTT BILL POSTING
COMPANY FORWARDED.

The Burnitt Bill Posting Com pany
capitalized AT $1,000 with 81. 1000 paid
up stock, has been organized In this
city and an application will be- made
for charter within few DAYS.
The company Is composed OF both
local and foreign capital. with W. Il.
Hurnitt of this city the largest stock
holder. Those who have stock In the
concern are Ed Burnitt, W. X. Bur
nit, Mrs. W. +. Baker. Mrs. w. II.
Burnitt and +. &. Burnitt. Papers
OF incorporation have been drawn up
and application will be- made at
South McAlester within a few days
for a charter.
w. X. Burnitt, who is at the head
of the concern has been In the bill
posting business In Ardmore for
many years. He has worked the bust
ness up until he has made II good
paying business.
The company will control all the
business formerly owned by him and
will also branch out for new bust.
ness.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1907-08-12

Ardmoreite Special.

ArdmOrelte special.
Concord, n. H., Aug. 12.-Judge
Edgar Aldrich, of the United States
district court of New Hampshire, sit
ting as master, and DIR. George +.
Jelly OF Boston, and Hosea w. Park.
er OF Claremont. as co-masters, will
tomorrow begin the hearing of the in
quiry brought by next friends" TO
determine the competency of Mrs.
Mary Baker G.. Eddy. mead OF the
Christian Science church. General
Frank s. Streeter will represent Mrs
Eddy as leading counsel while Sena
tor Chandler Is the legal representa-
tive of George w Glover and other
next friend" The investigation will
be devoted solely to the issue as e
whether Mrs. Eddy was competent or
incompetent to manage and contro
her business affairs ON or about
March |, when the present suit was
Instituted. Judge Aldrich has ruled
that all witnesses within the state
must be heard orally, instead of by
! deposition. Attorneys for the next
friends" hope that the exclusion OF
depositions on the part OF local wit
nesses will also be carried out In the
case of Mrs. Eddy, which would bring
about what they have desired at all
times, her appearance before a ju-
dicial tribunal The defense, howev.
er express confidence that a sort Il
special dispensation will be shown to
Mrs. Eddy and that the masters will
undoubtedly examine her within the
secluded precincts OF Pleasant View.
The plaintiffs have secured deposi.
tions tending TO prove Mrs. Eddy in.
competent from states as far west as
California. Attempts may be made
by the plaintiffs to secure an exten.
sion OF time, out these will almost
certainly be denied by the masters.
Any such move will be fought by Gen
erai Streeter attorney for Mrs. Eddy
He said:
Mrs Eddy. while OF sound mind
and able to conduct her affairs, II
suffering from a general depletion Cl
physical strength She Is now in her
S7th year, and is entitled TO a speedy
settlement of the charges brought
against her. To defer this inquiry
longer would be dental of Justice
and constitutional right, and We will
fight any such move"