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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13
SPARKS. FROM MAINE, WIRES.

Daring the. nigh MID zhoorti Il before ..n
8 O'clock p. M. Saturday a section Of
the galvanized arcFt roofing TGdfA The
Bewdoin paper Il mill sto4k 4fohsosat
Topsham was blown off, landing on the
electric railroad wires in tho street
and short circuiting the current. The
area OF the section was about 5000
square feet ~ SO, ~ 30 s--''' ~ .
Eight hundred and forty-sevenf pas
sengcrs, the largest number for. tho
season. were landed Saturday at Port-
land from the steamship Canada ,pf tho
Dominion Line. Among them were 100
Mormon converts bound for Salt Lake
City. Thirty-four young women iron,
the Frances Home -in Liverpool. who
are to seek husbands in Canada: $40
men and women from the Gates Home
in Liverpool. going to the Northwest,
and 100 other settlers for the North
west came ashore
A story and a half cottage, one of
the most substantially at Prouts Neck,
owned by Howard Carson Of. Bosto.,.
was burned Saturday. evening. tho loss
being about $4,000. For a ,.tirnc J. other
cottages nearby and the Joscclyn. house
were in danger but by hard work a
party Of, men kept the flames from
spreading. The bushes in the vicinity
Of the burning building also caught
fire and kept the crowd pretty busy
The blaze was seen at the house 81
]. M. Ka1er, about d mile and halt
distant, and from there word was tel
ephoned to the Neck; The origin OF. the
fire is supposed to, have been in the
kitchen but, no one, occupied the cot
tage ut the time. =: -, -
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13
;Catarrh,

-..;Catarrh, u -. s
Called an American disease Is cured
by an American medicine, originated
and prepared in the most catarrhal Of
American countries.
parilla. n. scerfs'::I n rg3s9
1t cures radically and permanently,
in that it removes the cause, cleansing
the blood of. scrofnlous and all other
impurities. 1t overcomes all the
effects of catarrh, too. and builds up
the whole system.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

The advance guard of Augusta fisher
men left for Portland Saturday after
noon on their way to Sebago lake to
enjoy the early spring fishing, they
being Henry N. Whitman and Dr. F. G
Kinsman. The ice went out of the lake
Saturday and fishermen from all over
Maine and other places in New Eng
land will now be heading that way in
search of the big salmon in which
the lake abounds. Among the other
Augusta fishermen who will probably
visit the lake within a few days are
Col. T.. c. harrington, Hon. S. w. Carr
and Hon. l.. T. Carleton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

The fire department was called out
Saturday afternoon by an alarm al
2.23 o'clock from box 81 at the railroad
bridge, which was due to an incipien'
blaze on the roof of the two and one
half story brick house on the north
side of Laurel hill owned by G. A
Cioutier and occupied in one tenement
by Joseph Tardis. The blaze was prob.
ably due to a spark from a chimney
and was extinguished by the use OF
chemicals, no water being used. The
all-out sounded at 2.45. The loss was
small and was covered by insurance il
the c. E. Downing agency.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

One Of the prettiest affairs of the
season was the reception given at
Woodmer's hall from to S Saturday
afternoon by Miss Harvey's dancing
class, and which marked the closing
of the school, A large number Of the
parents and friends of the little ones
were present and the afternoon proved
to be one of much pleasure, both to the
members of the class and to the older
ones who were in attendance. The
program included IA numbers, showing
the different dances taught by Miss
Harvey, feature of the first part be-
ing the Miladi Caprice which was
dainty executed by the little Misses
Helen Thompson and Charlotte Noble
The second part was composed OF
fancy dances and included the cotil-
lion, anchor figure, sarf dance. flag
polonaise, driving contest and military
figure, all of which were executed in
manner which reflected credit alike
on both the instructress and her pupils
1t was a pretty exhibition and was
thoroughly enjoyed by everyone who
witnessed it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13
fhe Avis Lecture Toniaht.

The Ladies' Aid Society report a largo
advance sale Of tickets for the bird lec4
ture and entertainment which is to be
given in Winthrop Street Baptist church
this evening by Edward Avis of New
York City. The teachers of the various
schools are especially interested in this
lecture and are anxious to hear Mr.. Avis
whistle the songs of the birds in order
that they will be better able to recognize
and name the different songsters when
the arrive from the South next month
The program:
Whistling Solo with violin accompani-
ment)-Echoes from Birdland. E. Avis
OF the habits, traits. songs and calls
of the robin. Wilson's thrush. wood
thrush. brown .thrasher. hermit thrush.
Songs, calls. etc.-ChippiDg sparrow,
song sparrow. field sparrow, vesper
sparrow. white-throated sparrow.
The Sparrow Quintet:
winged blackbird. scarlet tanager. che
wink
Whisting solo-The Canary.
n nis finc Sas breasted erosbeaR mead
owlar!s. bobolink. Bob White
Violin solo-"Gypsy Dance" Musin
The Meadow TriO-Meadowlark, bobolink
robin. r
Songs, calls, etc.-Indigo bunting. vel
low warbler. American redstart, Mary
land yel!ow-throat, oven-bird. wood pc
wee.
The Fewee and the Country Church Or.
gan.
Songs, calls, etc.-Chickadee, Phoebe
red-eyed vireo. PHILADELPHIA vireo, yell
1ow-throated vireo, warbling vireo.
Whsting Solo-The Nocking Bird.
Finale-Eirds in the Fields and Woods.
In this final number over 40 different
songs are whistlcd while various scenes
are exhibited on the screen.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

The New England. Tel. & Tel. Cos.
crew was at work last week putting in
a new cable from the central station
on Winthrop hill to Water street, and
it is understood that the company
will soon begin the work of putting
in large number Of special lines to
take the place of the party lines, which
will result in the betterment Of the
service and the elimination to large
extent of the annoyance now often oc-
casioned by the two little words:
Line busy ~
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

Capital Grange. p. of H., held a
largely attended meeting Saturday
evening and conferred the Third and
Fourth degrees on 10 candidates. Many
visitors were present from sister
Oranges. A program consisting of pi-
ano solos, readings and vocal duets
was rendered. At the close Of the
meeting social hour was passed III
playing games. Prospects are bright
for an unusually large increase in
membership during the year as sever
al applications are acted on at each
meeting. Capital Grange will celebrate
it's 25th anniversary April IS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13
,sssWAY r. SUCCEEDS.
Because IFS for One Thing Only, and
:. Augusta People Appreciate This.


! Nothing can be good for everything.
I Doing one thing well brings success.
Doan's Kidney Pills do one thing
only.
They cure sick kidneys.
!. They cure backache, every kidney
III.
I. Here is Augusta evidence to prove
II.
Hiram W. Judkins, 14s Northern
Ave. Augusta, Me, says: "Doan's
Kidney Pills remedy in which have
fhe utmost confidence and I advise
anyone suffering from kidney trouble
10 give it a trial. Four years ago !
had an attack OF this complaint and
consulted a doctor, but his medicine
gave me only slight relief. I fortu-
nately heard Of Dpan's Kidney Pills
ind believing thai thex might help me.
! procured a box at ". r. Partridge's
drug store. They bemeAted me in
every way and had taken them only
q short time when 1 was restored to
good heaath. Recently I noticed q
slight return OF bsfltEehe. again re-
sorted to Doan's Kidney Pills and was
afforded the same prompt relief as
when I formerly used them"
For sale BY all dealers. Price 50
cents. Foster Milburn Co.. Buffalo.
New York, sole agents for the United
States. ~ .
Remember the name-Doan's-and
take no other.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

The Hoyt's express car ran off the
irons near Manchester Forks on the
Winthrop line of the Lewiston, Au-
gusta & Waterville Street Railway Sat-
urday afternoon, the trouble being due
to the spreading Of the rails. which
allowed the four wheels on one side of
the car to drop down to the ties. The
2 o'clock car from Augusta to Win
throp was delayed about Is minutes
but otherwise than that no inconven-
fence or damage resulted from the ac-
cident.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

Among the arrivals at Hotel North
Saturday were a party of four in
which were Mr.. and Mrs. Arthur LAM
bard Nichols of Chico, Calf, and Mr..
and Mrs. Robert Holmes of st. Louis,
MO, Mrs Holmes being the daughter
Of the couple first named. Mr.. and
Mrs. Nichols are natives of Augusta,
but went West many years ago, and
this is their first visit to Augusta in
46 years. Their object for coming
East was to meet their daughter who
was married to Mr.. Holmes last No.
vember and who with him has just res
turned from wedding journey around
the world. The party will remain in
Augusta for a day or two before go
ing West.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

The following petitions were received
at the Office of the referee in bankrupt
cy for Kennebec county Saturday af-
ternoon: Willis E. Trask of Hallowell,
grocer Petition filed and adjudicated
April II. Liabilities $477.90; assets
s424.61, of which amount Sis is claim
ed to be exempt. First melting of cred
itors Friday, May 1. at 10 A. NJ. Frank
1. Spaulding of Waterville, laborer
Petition filed April 10, adjudicatcd April
IL. Liabilities $s65; assets SIS. all OF
which is claimed to be exempt. No de-
post. Bankrupt ordered in before the
referee for examination Friday, April
II, at 10 A. M. go.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

For the accommodation Of those who
wish to attend the launching of the
new steamer Islander at East Booth
bay tomorrow, Tuesday, April IA, the
Maine Central has granted reduced
rates Of one fare and a third from Au-
gusta, Hallowell, Gardiner, South
Gardiner and Richmond to Bath. The
fare on the steamer Nahanada from
Bath to East Boothbay and return, to
those who desire to attend the launch
ing is so cents fer the round trip. Ex-
cursionistss from Augusta will take the
early morning train leaving at GIL.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13
LINCOLN.
WHITFIELD.

KEYES CORNER-Miss Edith
Grady Of Joice visited her schoolmate
Miss Grace Preble Tuesday.
Harry Cooper OF Randolph was WIS.,
iting his grandparents. Mr.. and Mrs.
James Preble. Saturday.
Miss Lizzie Mc5rAth is working for
Mrs. James .sproul . 9f J, Wiasdsof.
aaJohna Burns has, retprned to his
home, after, passing the. winter, in this
place working for James. Preble.
Richard, McGrathsi of {. Gardiner has
'takehi a. atdHt5adtn 80 yisxalAltate aataalf
lats al 20l, All
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

Augusta friends of Joseph Lizotte OF
Lewiston. who was formerly -weh
known in baseball circles through the
state and who was few months ago
committed to the Insane hospital in
this city for treatment. will regret TO
learn Of his death which occurred at
that institution at 2.30 Friday after
noon, at the age of 90 years, being due
to general paralysis. The remains
were taken to Fall River. Mass. On
train "a Saturday forenoon for burial,
and were accompanied by the widow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

= The survivors of Co. H., 5th Maine
Volunteers. will erect memorial,
probably at Fort Allen park, Portland,
to Alonzo p Stinson of Portland. the
first soldier from Portland killed in the
Civil War. He was then sergeant in
c.. H. He was shot at the first bat
tie Of Bull Run and his body left on
the field Capt. George Fl. Brown, who
afterwardf commanded Co. H Of the
5th Maine, is chairman Of the memo
rial committee. 49, '''''--f i
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

/ Rev Charles A. Hayden, D. D.. late
pastor Of the winthrop street Univer-
salist church in this city. conducted
the service at the Elm street Unit
versalist church in Auburn Sunday
morning, and in the evening delivered
an address at the Union Lenten service
at the High street Methodist Episco-
pal church in that city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

George w. Boynton of Hotel North
and Chester Overlook, who have been
enjoying the ice fishing at Moosehead
lake, returned home Friday night and
brought with them a portion of their
catch, togue that weighed nearly l6
pounds. They report that the ice at
the lake is still solid and varies from
IL TO "a inches in thickness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

The new gasoline launch which the
Moves brothers had been building dur
ing the past winter in the shop on Oak
street and of which previous mention
had been made, was put overheard at
the city landing Saturday afternoon IN
the presence of large gathering.
She is painted rich shade of red and
is a beauty.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

Over 200 roots, barks and herbs may
They make a speciality of herbal reme-
dies and are constantly adding new
ones. If you want the best, or if you
experience trouble in finding anything
in the drug line try them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

=, The annual Perish supper will bs
hold in tie vestry Of the Universalist
church at $50 athis evening; This is
free to. all those who are interested in
the church and villa be followed by the
annual parish. meeting at ;7.SO, and a
pleasing entertai4rps4t xby the; church
choir and readings BY Miss Maud An
drews. All come.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13
PERSONAL MENTION.
Liquid or tablets. 100 Doses One =

"a.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred L. Merrill left ror
Portland Saturday ito pass the Sabbath
in that city.
Mrs George E. Minot of Belgrade IL
the guest for a few weeks of her son,
]. c. Minot, % Chapel street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

Great Britain has extended an INV.
tation to the great mAratime powei0
to participate in al conference at Aon
don, preferably next fall, to deterni'i,ss
if possible on definite principles =
mara.ime international law capable =
being applied by the proposed pie
court provided for at the last Has%
conference. The United States viii y
represented.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

The three schooner Nat
Meader. which stranded at Hallowell
last Thursday morning, was pulled into
deep water Saturday morning by the
tugs Seguin and Charlie Lawrence and
lowed to this city. She now lies at
the White wharf where she was dis
charged Sunday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13
Funeral Of Late Mrs. Nancy Pishon.

The funeral of the late Mrs. Nancy
Pishon was held at her late home on
Sewall street at IL O'Clock Saturday
forenoon, the services being conducted
by Rev. E. M. Slocombe in the pres
ence of relatives and many friends.
The interment was made in the family
lot at Vassalboro. 900 10
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

1t is probable that this week will be
the last that the members of Co. M,
I'd Infantry. N. G. 8. M. will devote
to indoor rife practice at the armory,
as it is understood that the State rifle
range will be opened for use next Mon
day, after which date the boys will do
their practice work with the regula-
ton arms.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

The many friends of Mr.. and Mrs.
Charles B. Murphy of 10 South Chest
nut street will regret to learn that
their little son Harry. aged seven
years, is suffering from an attack of
pneumonia and that symptoms of ap-
pendicitis are also apparent.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

Saturday morning was another of the
quiet ones at the municipal court, the
only occupants of the station being
dodgers. The class of patrons Of the
.city's prison is sending many delegates
just at present and not a night passes
without several Of these wanderers
seeking lodging. Two of them went
up the hill for 30 days Friday morning
as tramps.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

Notices are out for a ceremonial ses-
sion and banquet by Kora Temple. A.
A. o. N. M. S., at Lewiston on Friday
evening, April "a, and party of Au-
gusta Schriners will be in attendance,
together with a number of candidates
who will go over from here to tread the
hot sands of the desert.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

Saturday was a typical April day.
with sunshine and showers. Several Of
the latter occurred early in the after
noon. although the rainfall was not
heavy enough to make much of a
show. u I'll
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13
NEW ADVERTISEMENT TODAY

State Trust Co.
Augusta Trust Co.
Grape Nuts-Cereal.
New England Tel. Co.
Bowditch, Webster & Co.
B. 8. Mathews-Real estate.
Messer-Perley Co.-Clothing.
Whitman & Adams--Dry goods.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

Samuel L. Carleton, Of Portland.

N Portland, Me- April IZ-odH'uei' ~
Carleton, who in 1862 at Hamilton. Ont,
was elected head of the Sons OF Teinper-
ance Of the World, died Saturday in the
Old Castle on Munjoy hill. which he had
occupied since 1850. He was IS years clS
and was born in Whitefeld, Me-, coming
to this city in 1845>' q. ~
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13
co. K TEAM WINS
From Co.. M Team IN Rifle Match
tray Saturday Evening.

Brunswick. Me, April 11.-(SpcciaD. In
match ut the al1nory tonight between
rife teams from Co. X. 1st Infantry, OF
this town, and Co. NJ. "a Infantry, OF
Augusta, the Brunswick boys were vic
.torious with score OF 49, to 439. The
summary:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

The many Augusta friends CT Joseph
E. Alexander, deputy secretary of
State, will extend sympathy in the
death of his father. Capt. Albion ID.
Alexander, which occurred at his home
in Richmond Friday night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13
Palm Sunday At ST. Marks,

The services at st. Mark $ church
were attended yesterday by three large
congregations Tie Low celebration
was at 7.3O in the morning. At the
High celebration at 1890 the Palms
were blessed and distributed from .he
altar During the procession Of Palms
the choir sang the hymn "All Glory
Laud and Honor, To Thee Redeemer,
King"
The sermon was preached from the
text After these things I saw and be-
hold great multitude, which no man
could number, out of every nation, and
of all tribes and peoples and tongues,
standing before the throne and before
the saint, arrayed in white robes. ana
palms in their hands, The altar. chan
eel and choir were profusely decorat-
ed with palms. and memorial flowers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13
ID Evening IN, Blrdlaad'

illustrated by stereopticon VIEW
and bird calls, ,EDWARR AVIS
Winthrop ST.. Baptist, Church. M9H E9sse
April 18th p. NJ. Adults zoe. U""s
1oc. sss A ~ J tss.s2 gsst am
ssg onw ssoa5 ~ ffosaPriOo''
,xaA ynxN s@SrHOf. -:Tn'S
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

At the meeting of Calanthe Lodge, K.
of p, Wednesday evening. there Will
be work in the rank OF Page and all
members are requested to be present
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13
LOCAL NOTICES.

Social dance at Manchester Grange
hal, Tuesday evening. April IA. Dance
tickets SIS cents. Music by Lees Or
chestra. Cars to Augusta and VIM
throp ut u o'clock. aRrAsdse .
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13
AMusEmEnrs:'
MOVING Pictures.

The moving pictures that will be
produced for today are all entirely
new and up-to-date subjects. Miss
Coughlin and Miss Devoe will be heard
in new Illustrated songs. Admission
10 cents, children cents.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

800 The Claiming Guild will meet at 2
o'clock this afternoon in the church
parlor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

The regular meetings of the Rebekah
Aid will be omitted until September.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

Lung Euro loosens coughs. The specially
refined 0Carolina d Pine Ear in it,4Qaickly
heaia the lnnss and throat. .s.i.s.ss.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13


Monday, 1Sth-Holy Eucharist, 730 A;
M. Evening prayer with meditation, 4.SO
P. M.
+ Tuesday. 14th-Hely Eucharist. 7.3o A:
- Evening PRAYER and meditation at ~
"Wednesday. 15th-Holy Eucharist, Z 80
|. A.e.;M.a Evening prayer 2gnd Meditatfon.
43a III tAE Litany- and sermnh. F.s0 I'm,
FsMaundy Thursday 1Sth-F1oly EuChar-
list; $50 A. M. Young folks service, ~
r. NJ. H. y -
Good Friday, 17th-Matips with ALTAR
service and sermon. 800 A. N r. Three
hours service, 12.00-3.00. Evening prayer
and meditation. 400 r. M. Evening ser
vice and address. 7.30 P. M. (The Cruel
fixion, by Sir John Stainer. will be sung
Saturday, 1sth-Easter Eve. Holy Eu:
charist, $50 A. M. Evening prayer and
meditation. 4.30 P. NJ.
Easter Day. 1ath-Holy Eucharist. $50
A. NJ and 7.30 a. NJ. Choral mathis and
High Celebration of the Holy Eucharist
1880 A NJ. Choral evensong with carols,
$50 p. M.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

A fair. sweet satin skin secured usini
satin skin cream and face powder. &c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13
Whitman Anax11ScO.

and new snls of the. barn of Reubeh
Blackman. - -
a dance Will be given at Union bali
Kfngsvillei Easter Monday, April 20.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13

DR.. H. ]. Fredericks, who has beeIi
confined to his home at the corner of
Weston and Chapel streets by an at
tack of tonsilitis, was out for the first
time Sunday. -
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-13
LOCAL BRIEFS.

Koussinoc Chapter, D. A. r. will
meet at $3.50 this afternoon with Mrs
E. C. CARL, is East Chestnut street
Car leaves post Office at 3.05.
Hattiesburg daily news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1907-1908, 1908-04-14

the present board, it has also found
much to commend. In sidestepping
the salary reduction question, the
board has merited public condemna-
ton, and the voters and taxpayers
have not been slow to express their
disappointment and dissatisfaction.
This has been annoying to some mem
bers of the board, but Mr.. Katz denies
that 1t has anything to do with his
withdrawal from the race, At any
rate, the board will have the oppor-
tunity to take up the salary question
again at a special meeting to be held
on April 20, when it is hoped that
the matter will be definitely settled
one way or the other.