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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13
Tho Democracy Gets Together.

The Washington Post has been look
ing over the accounts of the recent
jackson dinners and concludes that
the wings Of the Democracy are flap
ping together at last. This is calcul-
atcd to make 4 Democrat cheerful
until he reads the particulars. The
case Of the party is now as simple as il
is hopeless. This is how the Post eT-
plains it.
More than 100000 Democrats would
rather go to defeat with Bryan than
to victory with any other candidate.
AT least 100000 are willing that Mr..
Bryan shall he nominated in order that
third defeat may rid the party OF its
old man Of The sea.
srhcre is nos the slightest doubt that
the opponents OF MIR Bryan in the
Democratic party have il in their pow
or to control more than one-thrd of
the total membership OF the national
convention, and thus compass the de-
feat OF the "MatcirlesS and the Peer
less" To what good end" The nominal
tior of any other even a silver man of
1896, like Gov. johnson or Senator Gull
bersun, would enrage the Hryan-or-
bust crowd, and tho ticket would be
knitted as yicicusly as Parker was III
1904.
To be victorious, any ticket the
Democrats may nominate must got
nnety-five votes in the electoral col
lege that were cast for President
Roosevelt in 1904. No sane man be-
lieves that Mr.. Bryan can poll that
vote, He might. and he might not,
carry Missouri. that Parker lost. We
might. and he might not. carry Ken
lucky and Maryland. that Roosevelt
lost lie would stand no moro chance
To carry New York than II Cnat would
to ny lusinged through the furnace
that did not consume the Hebrew
children. 1t is extremely doubtful i
Mr. BRYAN would get 4 single electoral
vote AT what is called the North.
chasing Oklahoma. Il cotton State, as n
part of the south
Mr.. Bryaus supporters IN the Demo-
cratic party know this and his oppon-
ents in that party know it. There is
perfect understanding between the
two. His friends intend to nominate
him t. prevent the nomination of any
one else. and his enemies In the party
cordially approve the nomiua zion. II
the conviction that no will be disas-
trously defeated. that the party Will be
forever rid Of him.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13
Monday, January 10, 1908.
Testing an important Law.

Golfers Weekly calls attention to an
important case now to be arguel be-
fore the supreme court, a case in
voIv!ng the constitutionality Of all the
state laws which have been passed
Limiting the hours per day that wo-
men may work in factories. Tire par
ticular case before the court is Ore
CONS 10 hour law for women. The
supreme court of Oregon held the law
TO be constitutional, in the case OF
State VS.. Muller decided June 70. lsoh
The case is now before the supreme
court Of the United States under the
name Of Muller VS.. State of Oregon.
end will probably be reached for argu-
ment this week. 1t is Of the great
est IMPORTANCE, because a decision
against. the law would in effect declare
that Substantially all Of the statutes
passed in the United States restricting
the hours of labor for women are I'M
constitutional Massachusetts, has had
such n statute since 1874; Rhode Island
since 1885; Louisiana since 1885: Maine
New Hampshire and Connecticut since
1887; ana there are similar acts IN
New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland.
Virginia, Wisconsin, Colorado, Ne
hraska, South Dakota and Washins-
ton. The Illinois law was hf!d IN
constitutional several years ago and
there was similar action in the de-
cision of the New York Court of APP
meals. given last June, in People VS.
williams. holding unconstitutional the
act prohibiting the employment OF wo-
men In factories between nine O'Clock
p. NJ. and six o'clock y. NJ The
courts however can hardly fail to
recognize the right of the states to
legislate Cor morality, fairness and
health in industry. In most OF the
states this kind of legislation has
never been questioned, and the results
in this Oregon instance will be
watched with widespread interest.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

1t will be sad news to the pesimists
who edit the Democratic papers OF
Maine that the valuation of our State
has increased S14.lS5.016 in the past
year and S7o.64o,041 in the past 10
years. But the State assessors make
a business of stating facts. During
the past two years a greater gain in
valuation has been made than ever
before in the history OF the State.
Still the Lewiston Sun solemnly
asserts that the protective tariff is
running Maine; and the Waterville
Sentinel, along with its daily output of
mirth and mud. emits continuously
the calamity howl which is the
characteristic Democratic battle cry.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13
American Ships Slow,

1t is but natural that Americans should
fee, regret that we have been taking such
slight part in the advancement Of ship
building, and have allowed the English
builders to turn out such record break ing
ships as the Lusitania and the Nauretan-
10 proved to be. 1t is also only nutural
for a Sickly mar or woman to want
Hostetter's Stomach Bitters first Of all
hecauce past experience has proven that
it is not only safe ard reliable hut when
taken promptly at the first sign of dis
tress. Immediate relief is assured. 1t is
therefore wise plan to always keep a
bottle handy for some member CT the
family is apt to need it when least ex-
headache, blcating, heartburn, vomiting,
dyspepsia. indigestion, colds and malaria.
Try a bottle, also ask for our 1903 Alman-
&C. IT is free ard worth having.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

Andrew Carnegie is doing something
these days for Names educational in
situations. His Christmas gift of $780,
600 to Bowdoin to endow a professor
ship in memory of Thomas B. Reed Of
the class of 1860 is now followed by q
gift of $4,000 to Bates for the erection
of a science building. Two or three
years ago he gave library building to
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

which her husband has been starring for
the past two years, has just had j one-act
play produced by Martin Harvey. The
play. which is called 1.-THE House of
Kate Jordon. is reported 10 have been en-
thGSia stically received. Mrs FaversEam
has also recently completed a four-act
Iiay produced by Martin Harvey. The
AS Miss Julie Opp. she was well-known
IN newspaper circles before she went on
the stage.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

There was a pleasing event connect
ed with the watch night services at the
meeting of the First Lutheran church
at Portland that was highly appreciat-
ed by the members of the parish of
that church. The mortgage of the
church was burned in the presence of
the congregation. After being in
debt for period of So years the church
is now free and clear of debt due to
the hard work on the part of the pas
tor. X. @. Storli. and the members of
the church.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

President George T. Angel. Of the Bos-
ton Society for Prevention of Cruelty to
years old. and, on the condition Of re-
manning away from all public meetings
and taking the utmost care Of his health
his ply sician has promised him five years
more Of work, and. use ulnesus
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13
MAINE EDITORIAL COMMENT.
Long May They Run!
portland PresS.)

The report that Hon. Cyrus ".
Davis thinks Of running for Governor
again is reminder that he and Mr..
bryan are running neck and neck in
the making of a record as perpetual
candidates who never get elected.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13
Daily kennebse Journal
ESTABLISHED 1925

No notice whatever will be taken OF
unsigned communications.
The Journal cannot be held responsible
for the preservation or return or re-
jected communications.
Address all communications relating to
subscriptions and advertisements to
BTRLEIGH & FLYNT, PnbNshers,
Augusta Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

A story is being told of women who
met Gertrude Athcrton a the recent re-
ceptior in her honor Of the San Francisco
Spinner. and tried hard to say something
ut AS the lire was passing along. this
woman WHISPERED to her companion, "Oh
do tell RE the name Of the book she
understanding or other about family
descent" but the other said size couidn't
recall it, either. Just as they reached the
perentv renembere and tf her T fana n ap
ed. "Oh. Mrs. Atherton"' she said, a.
they shook hands. II can't tell you how
loved your 'Forefathers."
MIS-. william Faversham,f who made
into novel for the Farmers Edwin MI
foxi 6oYl g rlay. ~ &c Sffatassr Me-. !, u
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

Portland will welcome Nordica, the
famous daughter Of Maine and music,
February 10.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

From all sides come the warmest
tributes to the memory of the late
General Manager Evans.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

A. A. Quimby of Chebeague has
organized a brass band of 90 pieces
which hold rehearsals twice a week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

The Masons of Old Town are talking
Temple in that city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

At it's annual meeting this evening
consider a proposition regarding a
new manufacturing enterprise for this
city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

West Bath Grange is one Of the
many which thinks it has the best hall
in the State The building with
equipment has cost over $4,000
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

AS result of the new law, this is
the busy season for the tax collectors
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

sings well. She has a small boy and girl
VINO speak three languages.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

In Aroostook there is vacancy on
the staff of the sheriff and there seems
to be some difficulty in filling 1t.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

Some six hundred volumes Of Sir Leslie
Stephens own library have been present
ed by his family TO the London Library
which Thomas Carlyle dill much to found
ard with which Sir Leslie was closely
identified. Trey are books Of special val
Ne as they ore those or subjects which
appealed especially to the owner. and
most Of them have notes in his own
handwriting
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

Bath Independents: Baths City hall
bell is one OF the old Revere bells cast
back in 1906 and consequently pos
scsscs some historic value. This
would lead some to wonder if it ~
wise to leave il in the old belfry on the
city building which was declared last
summer to bc 50 weak that it was IN
safe for decorators tn climb while
putting on bunting for decorative
purposes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

The prospect OF the Suffolk hosiery
mills putting their Waldoboro mill II
operation. gives much encouragement
to the town. The Suffolk hosiery
mills is corporation organized under
the laws of the state of Massa-
chusetts with a full-paid capital Of
100000. The company has previously
mad Its goods manufactured on con-
tract by other manufacturers. The
business has increased to such an
extent that the company has been
compelled to equip mill to supply the
demand. The Waldoboro shoe factory
appeared to offer just the plant needed.
Hence Its purchase The mill will
start with so people and the number
will be Increased as soon as the help Is
properly trained
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

Buyers are now paying s1.60 barrel
for potatoes in AroostoOk. During
last week the hauling was fairly good
and potatoes were brought to mar
ket in large quantities and drew good
prices
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

Miss Brine Philip, the sole eXecutriX
and legatee under the will OF the late
James Mcneil Whistler. has in her
possession copies Of some hundreds of
letters written by him which he left
her to publish. Miss Philip is arranging
for their appearance in book form.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

In the preface to the Northwestern
Fights and Fighters" the fifth volume
of his well-known Indian Fights and
Fighters Series published by the Nc
Ciure company. DR.. Cyrus Townsend
Brady says: This book differs from
II others in that am not the author
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

Philip Sanford Marden, whose book
Greece and the Aegean Islands was
published by Houghton, Miffln & Co
last November. has Travelled extensive
ly in and about Greece. He is q grad
uate of Dartmouth College and of the
Harvard Law School. and is editor Of
1.-THE Courier Citizen" Lowell. Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

The Baroness Won TIutten is a thorough
COSMOPOLITAN and has enjoyed rare on
portunities OF exercising her powers of
observance in r'any out of the way cor
ners OF the world as well as in New York
and in most of the capitals Of Eurona
studied music and singing in Rome and
Florence and lives in her husbands rom
antic. old castle in Bavaria She is very
popular in English society. for besides her
literary talent she is a good conversation
alist and tells stories almost as well az
writes them. She has also. fina voice
which has been well train(d, 20 that she
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

Penobscot was in the lead among
Maine counties in contributing the
gain of $i4,1S5,O76 to the State valua-
ton last year. Its gain was s3,4OS.650
Cumberland was a close second and
Aroostook third. Kennebec ranked
ninth with a gain of $46T,201 The
gain of Knox was least. $46,S3S. being
the only one of the Is counties to gain
less than $4,000 for the year
The first launching OF the year 1908
will take place from the New England
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

The ]. r. Lippincott company of
Philadelphia has Just published story
for boys. The Boy Electrician" by
Edward j. Houston, the title of which
shows it to be a little out of the ordi-
nary. 1t follows the adventures of a
group Of friends in their experiments
with electricity, which proves a useful
servant in several critical junctures
The author has tried to make mis- book
both scientific and entertaining.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

joseph c. Lincoln. author of 'Cap'n
Fri has a story liz Everybody's entitled
Making NHn or Him"
George Madden Martin has turned to a
new field in '-Letitia." published this week
by the Mcclure conranv. and describes
with much hun,or and intimate knowledge
and tie caste lines between Com, and
''non-com"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

With Tebrr.arv comes the first centen-
airy of Chambers Journal. 1t is the old
ost pe,icGical except one now published
ir ENGLAND and it's founding. February 4,
1872, takes us back to Sir Walter Scott.
who died at AtbctSford in tho autumn
of that year. IN fact the Years it has
ro,'"r ci'nrced IT'S rovrr. but apprars still
in tie old familiar dress and il so vi~or-
Gus ard Doruar that there seems no
reason WY it should not see a second
centenary.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

A change has been made in the title
of Ellen Glascow's new novel which
Doubleday, Page & Co. will bring out
on the fifteenth Of next month. THE
Beaten Road" was it's preliminary
name, but in order 30 avoid confusion
with \. Z. w. Mason's latest story,
THE Broken Road" it will be known
instead as The Ancient Law"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-01-13

Inc second lnstalment of the novel in
Twelve parts written by twelve differ
ent authors Will appear this month
under the title of ''The Old Maid
Aunt The authors engaged in writ
ing this novel, which is called 1.-The
Whole Family" include William Dean
Howells. Mary f. Wilkins Freeman,
Henry van Dyke, Henry James. Eliza
beth Stuart Phelps and others. The
reader is allowed to determine which
Of these chapters is written by the diff
ferent authors.
The Washington times., 1908-04-20
TWO DIE FROM GAS,
BOTH ACCIDENTAL
Charles Barnes Found Dead
at His Home by
Brother.

Certificates OF accidental death we're
given by Coroner hewitt in the cases Of
-wo MEG, one a stranger in the cit,-,
and the other a resident Of Washingt IN
for many years. who were asphyxiated
by Illuminating gas.
Charles A. Barnes was found dead IN
bed nj his home. 500 L street northeast,
yesterday morning, by his brother. VIII
liam II. Barnes. It IS believed that
after eXtinguishlng the light he acci-
IDENTIFY left the gas turned on DR.. II. II.
Sletzer, OF $40 L street northeast. was
summoned. and pronounced life extinct.
Barnes was ffty-dve years Of age. and
formerly conducted a restaurant in
Seventh street northwest Later he be
came & special Waterman. and during
recent years was employed by an ice
company.
Accidentally blowing out the gas IN his
room on the second floor OF the lodging
house at 636 Pennsylvania avenue north
west George St Clair, Of Blackstone.
st. Mary county, Nd, was found dead
IN bed yesterday morning. ST. Clair en-
gagged a room at the place Saturday
night, and retired about IL clOck. Other
occupants detected the Odor Of gas. The
police were notified and the door forced
open. After viewing the remains, Coroner
hewitt said there was nothing 20 indi-
cate that iJ was a case of suicide ST.
Glars relatives were notified, and IL Is
expected the body viii be taken 70
Blackstone this evening.
The Washington times., 1908-04-20
JAPANESE TOURISTS
LEAVE FOR NEW YORK

Having seen the sights Of washington.
shaken hands with the President. and
made pilgrimage TO Mt. Vernon. the
party Of japanese tourists who made a
stop OF a few days IN this city on their
tour around the world have departed
for New York. From there they viii
90 to London. and thence to the other
large ell es Of Europe.
The pan ~ from Japan left with many
expressio IS OF regret that they had not
a few m IRE days in which 70 make
more complete tour or the points OF
interest. Some or their Washington
friends had told them OF the beauties
Of the suburbs and the country around
Washington. and they were especially
anxious 70 take an automobile trip
through the outskirts It was impossi-
bic, however, as the itinerary could not
be broken.
The enthusiasm OF the Japan ese over
their visit 20 the President was IN
bounded. and he was the caief tonic
OF their conversation. Few OF them have
ever seen their Emperor, AMI TO look
upon the head OF a great nation and
even shake his hand and spesk to him
they considered great privilege.
The Washington times., 1908-04-20
Facing East, Sing Lee RrayS
To Recover From Assault

In Freedman's Hospital today Sing
Lee lies in state Of semi-coma. mum
bling prayer 10 lis ancestors, plead
ing that he may live long enough 20
return to the home country and offer
one last prayer before Great Dog. the
god that presides over the temple in
Canton. Sing Lee has fractured skull
ana other injuries. but the doctors say
ne has chance OF recovery
lie regalned consciousness early this
morning. He was unable 10 tell what
ne wanted, but by gestures he made IL
known that he wished his bed moved
50 that he could face the East and see
the sun when Old Sol made his appear
over by window. and when the sun
came up Sing Lee prayed that the gods
would be mercifuI.
Almost unconscious and bleeding
from many wounds about the head and
shoulders, Sing Lee was found yester-
day morning in his laundry, 2513 Bright
WoO0 avenue. On the floor was q heavy
iron bar. the weapon that his assail-
ant had used for the brutal attack on
the Chlnaman. Although the police Of
the Eighth precinct and detectives from
the Central Office have been working
cOnTinu JIsly on the case. they have
failed L. obtain a single clue that would
lead 70 a solution OF the mystery on
the theory that he was the victim OF
robbers. several negroes have been
taken int custody, but there IS moth
ing 10 connect them with the attack
on the China man.
Patrolmen Gilfoyle and Bursey were
attracted 10 the Celestiars establish
menC By a police whistle about o'clock
yesterday morning Seeing that Sing
Lee was in a critical condition, they
The Washington times., 1908-04-20
DUELS WITH WAX BULLETS
ENGLISH GAMES FEATURE

LONDON. April 20-Harmless dueIs
fought with bullets OF wax. Will be one
Of the most exciting events OF the
Olympic Games. 10 be held in London
this summer The redOubtable duellists
and finest revolver shots in Europe will
meet in a friendly contest-the first time
that duelinE has been elevated to the
level Of a sport.
Walter Winans, the AnglicIsed Am
orican millionaire and champion revOl-
Yer shot OF the world. is organizing this
novel display. He has secured the SUD
port of many members OF the Paris
'Pistolet Club" of which he is a mem
Der. The membership OF this club com
prises all the best revolver shots and
duehsts in France.
The public duels in London viii be
fought exactly in every detail as though
they were private affairs OF honor-onlv
that the bullets will be OF wax, and will
natten themselves harmlessly when they
touch their target All the conventional
ceremony connected with duelling will
be carried through. Mr.. Winans has de-
clared his intention Of shooting in this
contest on behalf OF the United States.
The Washington times., 1908-04-20
WI. OLIVER REFUSES
JOB UNDER ALLIES"
tennessee Man Hopes to
Be Made National Com
mitteeman.

The plan OF the anti-Taft forces to
have ". J. Oliver. OF Knoxville, Tenn,
take charge Of the campaign OF the
allies in the South, has practically
fallen through. Mr.. Oliver Will not IN
dertake the task the opponents OF Taft
set out for him. AR oliver is a born
leader Of men. and following the recent
Tennessee Republican convention. in
which the man who wanted 70 build
the Panama canal by contract was sue
cessful in managing the selection Of
delegates by one faction. the lieutenants
OF the various anti-Taft candidates
thought he was the individual for whom
they were looking.
But Mr.. Oliver will not undertake TO
organize the South against Secretary
Taft The reason he will not IS that
he has ambitions 20 hold a commanding
place IN Tennessee politics. lie wants
TO be national committeeman. and IS
reputed TO have an ambition TO enter
the Senate OF the United States He
Is not expected 20 join the allies" for
openly 70 oppose TAFT IN Tennessee
would 1eOdardize his show for the ma
uonal committeemanship.
He can more readily gain his goal OF
being national committeeman IL he
avoids a clash with tne friends OF Taft
and the present expectations are that
Ge viii act accordingly, and seek 10
;.se support OF Secretary Taft as trad
ing stock 10 get the national commit
teCmanship.
l. is Mr.. divers ambition 10 GUST
the Hale-Saunders faction from control
in Tennessee, and 10 be the master Of
Republican politics there himself.