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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
The Fall of Fits.
(NcW York SUM-

Cn@rateful Boston. She has poured
I the lord mayor his and put Il little
lemon i'll it, She has bitten the hand
that made her bigger, better and bus
Ter. Sugar Fits was walloped in the
rain at the election on Tuesday, and
Postmaster George A. Hubbard will
ride on and after Jan. !, 1908, in the
JOINT ownership municipal automobile,
provided he can arrange to acquire
Fits share in that celebrated vehi-
Gle without paying more than twice
what the property is assessed for.
Was ever virtue SO meanly reward
ca as Sugar Fits's. Boy and man.
fortune mas worn for him till now the
smile that won't come off And she
was right. In the dear old days at
the North End who sold more tickets
to 81. Stephens bazaar? Whose
blood is richer than his? A Swede by
marriage he is so per cent Italian and
40 per cent. Irish. His sons are
named respectively Gustav, Antonio
and Brian Boru. The baby was to
have been named Wilhelm if the Ger
man vote did its duty last Tuesday,
but ii didn't. What movement for
reform mas been started when Fits
didn't get busy? What good things did
Re ever let go by?
For the glory of establishing the
publicity bureau. of erecting that stu
pendors downfall Old Home Week.
and of breaking it to an uniformed
nation that Boston needed booming.
who would desire to dispute with Fits?
Has he not enlarged the cemeteries,
re-cnfcrced the debt and doubled the
Income to the tlagstone contractor?
Never IN the annals Of cities had
the man in the City hall invited and
ordained an investigation into his own
finances. The commission appointed
by Sugar Fits has run like clock ,
that can't be stopped. Twice a day
Tor weeks It has struck 23 for the
man that wound il up The citizens
instead of applauding the lord mayor
for letting the finance committee lift
the lid, nave with typical lack of logic
blamed the grand little man for what
was found under it. Fancy being cross
with Il magistrate who bares his
bosom and finds a scapegoat for every |
sin. Vet it has raincd bricks in the |
Office for 40 days and 40
nights and election at the end Of II |
All the wrath Of an unreasOning and |
public has descended upon
the hero of Copp'S hill, Codmans |
lot and Klous'S coal pocket.
W. do not see how the lord mayor |
could have done more than it is now |
known that he has done. Yet his can |
didate for the school committeeman, |
the Hon. Julia +. Duff of Botany Bay. |
is in solution and Sugar himself is |
granulated.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
Large Diamond Imports.

The total import of gems at the port of
New York last year was over 4; million
dollars. which is the highest mark rea ched
in the history of the country. In 1905 the
imnort was only 81 million and in 1904 but
% nuiilon FROM this statement it will be
seen that the demand for precious STONES
IS constantly on the increase, and in this
latter respect it might be compared to
INC eyer increasing demand for Hostel
pie start. "a years ago. il has grown until
today finds it Il leader of its class, due en-
tireiy 70 Its wonderful merit. Try it for
neadache. insomnia. poor appetite, heart
burn, dyspepsia, indigestion, chills and
colds and be convinced. Don't forget to
ask your druggist for a COPY of our 1eOS
ing. "'' nav
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
Chairman Fowler of the House, O.

Chairman Fowler of the House Com
mittee on Banking and Currency is
doubtless right in his belief that the
lack Of elasticity in our currency sys-
TEN is one of the most expensive bur-
dens waich rests upon the government,
and one OF the most serious menaces 10
continued business prosperity. 1t is
certainly TO he hoped that Congress will
not adjourn without giving the country
some currency legislation that will en-
able il to move future crops without
disturbing general business conditions.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
The Logic of Events.
(San Francisco Chronicle. }

(San Francisco ChrOnicle.)
1t is possible to argue that the United
States needs no deep-Sea merchant ma
rine because the march of events has
not yet completely demonstrated that
such position is absurd. 1t is not
longer possible to contend that we can
have such ships without subsidies, for
the failures to run American ships
without them are too conspicuous and
too uniform tc make the subject Il mat
ter of dispute. On this coast the
Oceanic steamships have gone. James
j. Hill has given it up The Pacific
Mail people declare that they cannot
hold out much longer In spite of the
increasing commerce of the world no
new American deep-sea lines are being
established anywhere, and the few
ships we have are seeking the protec-
ton of other flags.
And now we are getting the evidence
which r1ust destroy another popular
delusion-that our high tariff is driv-
ing American ships off the sea. Ger
many maintains a high tariff and is
very rapidly increasing her merchant
marine, while the Canadian Pacific
Railroad, which can buy free ships in
England, has begun to sell out its
Pacific steamers to the Japanese, two
ships having just been sold which will
be put in use elsewhere. On the
Pacific the white races have TO COM
pete, not only with Japanese subsidies.
but with Japanese wages and STAN
dards of living. AS a matter of fact.
the tariff cuts very little figure with
dpen-Ca1 shining and
Canada are demonstrating for us.
What the American people. therefore.
have to consider is whether It is a ma
tional object to have American ships
oH+fe ocean. If we conclude that it is
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
MAINE EDITORIAL COMMENT.
Opening Libraries on Sunday.
Gardner Reporter-Journal)

y
Lewiston is discussing the plan Of
having it's public library open Sun
days. 1t has worked well in Water
vile and Portland where it has been
tried. and it would seem to be Il good
plan in any city where there is n large
population, for there would be a good
many. it would be supposed. who
would improve the opportunity, at
least in the cold months, who would
not at any other time. 1t was tried
here a few years ago. but there was
not enough to use it Sundays to make
it profitable to continue it although
row it might be different.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Lucnllus, the Roman general. brought
the cherry tree into Europe after his
in Asia in the century before
Christ. The name of this favorite fruit
comes from Cerasus. in Pontus, the old
Asiatic kingdom south of the BIac.
sea. The peach. which is "Persicum
nahum" (the Persian apple.) the
pheasant Crom the river Phasis) and
jet Grom Gdzas in Asia MnoD are
similar instances of things named by
the Romans from their oriental origin
ard entirely unrecognized as oriental
today.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

The president yesterday sent to the
Senate a list Of decorations sought to
be conveyed by the foreign powers 10
American officials. Included in the list
Is gift in the shape of a large silver
urn presented by the Central American
republics to Comdr. r. Richard Multi
gan. now on duty in the navigation
bureau. but in command of the York.
town when the friction arose between
the Central American republics last
summer. which he was largely instru-
mental in removing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

President Woodrow Wilson was mis-
taken when he declared that only ten
per cent. of the people think. What
he probably meant to say was that only
about that number of them allow him
to think for them. The rest of them
are content to depend upon their own
gray matter
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
Indians in the Senate.
philadelphia Inquirer.)

The appearance in the United States
Senate of two men of Indian blood IS
one to give us cause to reflect upon
the history of the abOrigineS. The
civilized tribes of the Indian Territory
have almost Il century of civil expert
ence behind them, and they may
manage to do pretty well. And it is of
interest that the admission of Okla
hOma completes civil war reconstruct
ton, for the Indians joined the con-
federacy and expected to become an
important state when their side won.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Algebra bookkeeping and civil gov
eminent have been eliminated FROM, tho
P'ttsburs grammar grades in an effort
10 cover less ground with more thor
oushress. School authorities oil o,,,
the country are recognizing the folly
OF permitting the public schools to no.
come dumping ground for fads
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
What Beat Mayor Fitzgerald.
(Boston Post DemD

(BoSton Post, Dem.)
But the real cause of the mayor g
defeat is his own low standard Of po-
litical responsibilities. He has run the
affairs of the great city of Boston on
the basis Of cheap ward politics. The
good things he has done or attempted
to do have been many. for he is re-
markably active and not without am
bition to make a creditable record;
but these commendable efforts have
been overshadOwed by his playing
politics. from roof to cellar in city
affairs. The making of offices to re-
ward one set Of workers, the parcel
ling out of contracts to satisfy an
other lot of henchmen, the splitting
Of contracts to Oblige favored con-
tractors, the awarding of public work
without bids, the consequent increep-
ing of graft and fraud and waste Of
the cityS reSOurcps--thcSe are the
things the people of Boston condemned
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

nave the President skinned q ci,v
p'oek IN The matter of family" declared
SENATOR 'en Davis in his recent speech
nave eight children. and it don't
$ii'''Vo year for my living ex-
peh'es' Undoubtedly living is ex.
p''ohaiiy cheap in Arkansas where
-'ufe furnishes an abundant crop Of
acorns to~fsed. the razor-back hogs
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Certain Wall street interests were re-
ported TO have awaited Friday the 18th
with suIerStitious dread. 1t is worthy
of note, however, that the date was
very far from. being the worst on the
financial calendar. indeed, most of its
developments pointed strongly 10 re-
turning prosperity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

and make him feel at home. 1t is
naturally something of task to avoid
these opportunities without making.
powerful enemies. who. however in
significant abroad, yet WELD great in
Iucncc ut home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Japanese has been discovered MAX
ing plans of Fortress Monroe. The
chances are, however, that the fort VIII
nave ample opportunity to install many
more big guns before any sketch will
be nut to hostile uses.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

1t is reported that $4,000, 0OG are need
ed to supply clothing for the army. A
part OF this might be avoided by send
ing more troops to the Philippines
where the standard native dress is said
to consist Of straw hat and Il pleas
ant SMILE
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

1t is said that a new Matchmaking
scheme has developed in New York
where certain people threaten to hiss
grand opera singers unless they are
restrained by financial consideration
IL would he better. perhaps, to use the
money in building goose pen for
them
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

The Chicago News is OF the opinion
convention, inaSmuch as it will be nee
"ssary for them to nominate candi-
date fer Vice President.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

There is no reason to suppose that
DR.. Crockett's Independence League
movement will need any assistance
from the national government. The
doctor has shown himself to be an ex-
ception2lly successful procurer of cam
DaiSn funds
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

The Baltimore jury that recently
awarded husband cent in payment
Tor the alienation of his wife's affec-
tons apparently did rot regard the
hove in that family as Il very valuable
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Both the Republicans and Democrats
appear to favor the nomination of Mr..
Bryan. the Democrats because they
have no one else in sight. the Republic
cans because they believe him about
the easiest man to beat that their op-
rarentS could possibly nominate,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Boston newspapers are not devoting
nearly us much space to ridiculing pro-
hibition as they did before Massachu-
sets pronounced in favor of it by a
majority Of $1,000. figuring the total
vote in all the towns and cities as
recorded at the last elections on the
question of license or no license.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Tic farmers OF Kansas are demand
ing that the governor of that state an
point at least one practical farmer on
the grain grading commission. The re-
quest is certainly Il modest one They
might reasonably have asked for q
majority of its members.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

A little Sabbath rest will come as a
novelty to New York and Chicago but
it must be admitted that both of them
are sadly in need of it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

While Mr.. Bryan is doing consider
able talking, the fact remains that he
is saying very little about the former
political platforms of his party. There
are some things that are best left to
the obscurity into which they have
been cast by the progress of events.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
Demands on Diplomats.
(New Orleans Picayune.)

(NtW OrItdnS PlCayune.J
Another burden of the American am
bassadOr or minister abroad is the i'm
portunity of his fellow-countrymen for
social favors, such as presentation at
court. Introduction to persons of mark
and the like. Every American traveller
seems to feel that the American min
lister is in duty bound to look after
him, introduce Him int fe9ggt see4g
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Senator Jeff Davis has yet to APP
preciate the fact that nobody in that
august body takes him as seriously as
he does himself. Facts like these re-
quire long time to percOlate through
the craniums of men of his calibre.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

al the foreigners who are returning to
Europe for the holiday season. A
large number of them should never
have been allowed to land here in the
first place.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Seattle announces that it will not
ask any government aid for its Alaska
Yukon Pacific exposition. 1t probably
recognizes the fact that with the
jamestown fiasco fresh in mind it
would stand small show of securing
any if it did.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

The many good wishes which follow
Admiral Evans on his voyage to the
Pacific indicate that the bluff old sailor
has very strong hold upon the hearts
Of the American people
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Mayor Fitzgerald seems to stand
quite alone in his political exile. The
rapidity with which his former hench-
men have deserted him is suggestive
oi the manner in which rats are said
10 abandon an unucky ship.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

dcrS requiring the japanese people to
sit hereafter on chairs instead of squat
ting on the floor. Western ciyiliZa-
lion is certainly making powerful
strides in the Orient
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

ESTABLISHED 1928

No notice whatever will Be taken Df
unsigned communications.
The Journal cannot be held responsible
for the preservation or return OF re-.
1ected communications.
Address all communications relating to
subscriptions and advertisements 10
BURLEIGH & FLYNT, Pubusnefs'
Augusta, Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Ambassador Takahira is very strong
of his people toward Amer
lea, and is entitled tn be taken at his
word
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
Woonsocket Occasions Perplexity.
(Chicago Record Herald)


Headline in Il Rhode Island paper:
"WOOnSOcket Welcomes Kid PantZ."
We are in some doubt as to whether
Woonsocket has just succeeded in get
ting out of Swaddling clothes or
whether leather breeches have come
into STYLE there
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Lord Alverstone has the distinction
OF having made the longest speech Of
any living lawyer. This was when he
appeared as counsel for his country
before the Venezuelan arbitration COM
mission. and his address occupied l6
consecutive days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Now and then a mOrose and cynical
man can be found who dislikes children
and who does not believe in Santa
Claus. Fortunately, there are not
many Of them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Rbston has an excellent opportunity
Ia become better. bigger and buster
under the new and honest adminiStra-
ton which will soon be given its af-
f1irG
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
Show Mercy.
Est. Louis Republic.)

Not. LOUIS IltpuDIIC.J
Give the employees of the retail stores
a chance to enjoy the supreme holiday
of the year by finishing your Christmas
purchases long before Christmas eve
Don't flag them out with bargain rush
es at the very end
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
Ancient and Modern Methods.

HOuiSVlIlc COurier-JOurnaI)
The ancient Greeks provided that
Judges should hear the arguments of
attorneys in Il dark room. lest they be
Influenced by the beauty and the ges-
lures of the orators. In America we
parade 4 weeping woman and n bunch
of hired alienists before a sentimental
jury. And we boast Of our high civili
ZofiOn
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Beaver is said to have given the
Democratic national committee ample
assurances that the lid would be clear
OF during convention week
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

With General Funston on the field it
is safe to assume that affairs will re-
sun,e their normal condition in Cold
field Nevada.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
Toms Oversight.
ICbino 90 Tribune

Hear the Hon. Tom Watsons words
of wisdom: To relieve the stringency.
issue 500, 900 in greenbacks at once.
The Hon. Tom ought to know that this
wouldn't even start the crops. He
must have meant 81. 900, 900 900
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Basketball has become the favorite'
winter athletic sport of most High
schools and colleges. and it certainly ba :
the advantage of being a clean and
wholesome one, 80 T.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Chicago has always been fortunate
party. Lincoln. Grant, Garfield, Har-
rison ard Roosevelt were all nominated
there
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
A Side Wipe at Mr.. Bryan.
(Atlanta Constitution.)

(Atlanta COnStitutiOn.)
James WhitcOmb Riley will take the
platform again. This will be q great
relief from some of the political or
ators who have been holding it down.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Goldfield, Nevada, is likely to find
out at las; that there is such a thing
as law in the land, and that Uncle Sam
is amply able TO enforce it,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

r,achar vet he has
caused fifty men to anit swearing =, ,,,r
ing prcfane language along our 90
roads, ard here is the secret. hr' ~.
so successfully worked seven miles s q,
public ROAD he converted the tie,rSnlc or
There is not a rock, stump Gnu .ood and
crock in the seven miles OF roiu nasr.-
profane language is thing Of the pas"
Hardy Ark Herald. $780, I'm
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

Belgium and Holland are both said
~ he looking forward to the establish
nent of a republic upon the death of
thei" present rulers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
Will Sacrifice to Be Rid Of Him.
Concord MOnitor.)

IVOHCOFU MOnlTOT.D
The South is willing Bryan should
be named. and beaten, in 1908 in order
to clear the way for Culberson and
hoped for success in 1872
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
A aIse Report,

spokesman Review)
The report that the ear of Russia
applied to Taft for an easy job in
dynamite factory. where there was less
danger. is denied by both parties.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

The Lox is rapidly superceding the
barrel in many sections OF the coun-
Try as a packing case for apples.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

The Tom Lawson presidential boom
is little slow in appearing on the
political horizon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
Should Please ANTHONY.

louisville Courier JOurnal)
At any rate the trousered eagle on
the new gold coins will be satisfactory
to Mr.. COmstock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
Monday, December 16, 1907.

Close up your Christmas shopping,
and avoid the rush.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

The most virulent Of the Presidents
detractors must at least admit that he
has a way of meaning precisely what
he SAYS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

General Stoessel is only another liv-
ing illustration of the fact That ad-
yersty demands a scapegoat.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16
VOICES OF THE PRESS.
A Fashion Note.

(Boston Advertiser)
Many republicans and a few demo-
Gratis are wearing new hats.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-12-16

We must be prepared to pay the price
otferwiSe we shall not get them