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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06
Reactionary Tone In
Securities Market.

New York. April "a rcactionary tone
week. How far the change in specula-
tive sentiment was the cause and how
far effect of this check to the previous
advancing tendency OF prices is difficult
to discern. Some explanation of the re-
action is found in the extent to which
the advance had run. process which
would necessarily reach a limit in at
ly represent the betterment of conditions
on which it was inaugurated. Not only
this. but in accordance with the invari-
able rule of speculative movements. 1t
would be expected to overrun itself and
be affected by the realization of holders
who had overstayed the movement and
felt no disposition to hold throughout a
possible decline.
Railroad officials express no enthusiasm
turns of earnings for the later periods
begin to show the effects of the measures
of economy adopted since the business
depression in a control of the rate of
shrinkage of net earnings by curtail-
ment of expenses against the decrease
in gross earnings. This showing is ap.
proved by holders Of securities, but it
leaves for account the decrease in the
wages fund and the reduction of the
amount to be expended for consumptive
requirements of commodities. Increasing
attention is centering on the crop out
look. since decisive influence is expected
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

A very pleasant surprise party was
rendered Miss Josephine E. Marshall Sat
urday evening, it being the occasion of
her 18th birthday. The party was got
ten up by the Misses Cherry Stevens and
Hattie Messenger. the company consist
ing of friends and neghbors with the
classmates of Miss Marshall from the
Gardiner High school and Augusta Bus
mess College, where she is now attending.
Although the party was a great surprise
to Miss Marshall, she quickly recovered
and the company adjourned to the Town
hall which was prettily decorated for
the occasion. The evening was passed
with music and games. a peanut hunt
was INDUCED in, for which Miss Ethel
Pcmer and Ralph Holmer received the
prizes. The prizes for the donkey game
| we've awarded to Ralph Holmes and
Chester stevens. Mr.. Fred Peaslee. in
behalf of the guests presented Miss
Marshall with a beautiful ring ser in
cmer9lls and pearls, a fine morocco card
album ana numerous other gifts to which
she responded very graciorsy. Refresh
ments were served and the party broke
up, each one wishing her many returns
of the day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06
MCULTCM BARN BURNED.
Loss About s10co-ProbabIy Caugh
from Grass Fire.

The barn situated off Kinderhook
street and owned by the Oliver Moulton
heirs was burned about , o'clock Sunday
afternoon. The barn was well on fire
when it was discovered and the fire bell
sounded. BY the time the department
arrived it was seen that before connection
could be made with the nearest hydrant,
which was over 500 feet away, the barn
pass4fei be completely burned so no at
tempt was made to stretch the hose
The barn was entirely destroyed with
small amount of hay and q cart con-
tanned in it. The loss is estimated at
$1,000. Joseph Moulton, one of the owners
of the property, said that he was unable
to state whether or not there was any
insurance on the barn. The fire is
thought to have caught from old grass
in it's vicinity. which had been set on
fire by small boys during the forenoon
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

in the shaping of the future from the
years yield. The publication on Wednes-
day of this week of the agricultural de-
on April 1. will be an important basis Of
reckoning for this vital question.
Opinion on the financial situation was
shaped by the long-drawn-out struggle
to adjust the difficulties confronting the
Erie Railroad. Dur allowance was made
for the peculiar conditions which aggre-
waite the troubles of the Erie, but this
did not prevent unfavorable inference re-
garding the general investment situation
to be drawn from the Erie case The dis
count in the price OF the Erie maturing
notes show the effect of the difficulties
that confront that company in providing
for the floating Indebtedness Prospects
for the ABSORPTION of new issues of secur-
tiles are poor. from the indication fur
nshed by this showing.
The course of the United States gov
eminent revenues makes it evident also
that large further withdrawals Of gov.
eminent deposits from the banks are im-
minent The treasury is expected to for
tify itself not only against requirements
for government expenditures, but also
for the customary aid to be extended -
the money market in the fall. when the
annual crop moving requires an expan-
sion of facilities The money market It.
self is quite undisturbed by these pros
pective requirements, but the tranquil
money market fails to afford any stimu-
lation to the investment demand either
for existing issues or for proposed new
capital issues.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06
M. Robbins Made Acting Principal.

A special meeting of the Gardiner
School Board was held Saturday after
noon to act upon the request of Prln-
cipal Powers of the Gardiner High
school that he be at once relieved OF
the duties of principal. 1t was voted
to place Principal L. w. Robbins
at the head of the school as acting
principal for the remainder of the
spring term and Miss Mallie Reed was
added to the force as assistant teacher
Prof Powers expects to leave
Wednesday for Fort Fairfield to take
I'D the duties of his new position as
superintendent of the schools Of Fort
Fairfield and Easton. He will return
to Gardiner April II to give the ad-
dress which he is scheduled to deliver
on that date before the kenneoec
County Teachers Association.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06
We Want
-- o. -7"' - - - - - s--
Your Trade
S pau|diing's
DRUG Store

and if YOU appreciate accura ~,
first class drugs and chemials with
the lowest prizes Of Maine we fell
sure YOU will not only come to us with
your wants but bring your friends. 1t
is and has been our purpose to mind
our own business, not telling fairy
stories which have neither sense or
truth, our statements are truthful and
backed by proof and we go on record
to the public with the statement. we
will not be undcrSold in Maine. What
we recommend we guarantee. we do
not substitute and public and physi-
clan should alike appreciate this We
have the best prescription equipment
in central Maine with the lowest
prices. Compare our goods with
othcrS--it'S not q question of being Just
as good, We have the best and it's very
easy to prove this TO your own salts
faction.
We are making a special run on
Father Johns Medicine for this week,
also CaStoria, Johnson's Lniment,
Pcruna. The Sarsaparilas, etc The
prices are less than have ever been
made look at our bulletin boards
The farmer who is going to use Blue
Vitriol this spring will make money
by placing his order this week for we
shall give the lowest price of tho
season.
A few prices good until Saturday
next.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

by the pastor, Rev. c. +, Sargent adj
dress, New York of Yesterday and To-
day, Mr.. Burr; address. "Galileo,' Mr.
Howard; studies in Parliamentary Law.
There was an excellent attendance. Mr.
Burr illustrated his address with map
and his talk was particularly interesting.
A new club has been organized among
the young people of this church called
the c. w M. Club, and is made up OF
boys between the ages of 10 and 13. Its
first meeting was held at Mr.. Sargent's
home Friday evening. A little talk or
story was given by the pastor, then the
boys enjoyed a drill in calisthenics, after
which a half hour was devoted to sing
ing and another to playing of games.
Mr.. Sargent's Sunday school class will
enjoy a supper at the Congregational YES
try this evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06
HONEYMOON IN BALLOON.
GoIdie Mohr and New Husband I'd
Sail Over France.

Paris. April 5.-Goldie Mohr. for
merly of Allentown, Pa. who was re-
Gently married to a young Dane named
Stepan kjeldsen, leaves Paris in few
days for honeymoon in the air in a
balloon built for two"
This dirigible balloon is nearly f1n-
ished at the Noisin works at Puteaux.
and has a 20-horse power engine. AZ
ordinary Illuminating gas is used, the
balloon can be inflated anywhere. 1t
can remain in the afr five hours. COW
ering distance of over two-hundred
miles in fair weather conditions.
The honeyInooners intend journeying
through, or rather over, France and
Italy, descending at all points of inter-
est and the chief cities.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

Good congregations were present at
all the services Sunday at the Free
Baptist church and the services were
enriched by musical numbers of much
merit. AT the morning service an
anthem was sung by the choir with
solo by Benjamin Stuber and duet
with organ and violin accompaniment
was rendered by the Misses Gowen.
The attendance at Sunday school was
the largest for number of years. AT
the O'Clock service a solo was sung
by, Miss Myra Gowen and at the
o'clock service there was special music
with solos By Benjamin Stuber and
Miss Myra CioWen.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06
Fire on autumn Street Sunday.

Fire alarm 40 was blown last even
ing 1T 6 O'Clock for a fire in the house
owned by DR.. G. s. Jackson and oc-
cupic,i on the lower floor by William
Kccnc and on tho upper floor by
Charles; Brown and situated at II Au-
tunln street. The fry is thought to
have caught around the chimney and
was cxtinguished with very slight dam
age by the time the department arriv-
ed ON the scene. The house vas in
curnt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06
WINS GOLD MEDAL.
Girl Has Not Been Absent From Sum-
day School in 10 Years.

Pheonixville. Pa, April 5.-Miss
Margaret Llewellyn. daughter Of Mr..
and Mrs. Herbert Llewellyn. has Just
been presented gold medal by the
Presbyterian Sabbath school for ten
years regular attendance. she not hav-
ing missed Sunday in that time.
Miss Llewellyn began going to Sum
day school at 5 years of age, her first
teacher being Mrs. Jean Davis, q
prominent w. G. T. u. worker Her
present teacher is Miss Lottle
Eisenhower
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06
Charles kerIey,

Charles kerley died in the Home
hospital Friday night, the cause being
insullicicncy of aortic valve of heart.
Mr.. Kerley was born iii Concord, n.
H., in September, 1914, and was a
moulder by occupation. He enlisted in
the United States navy at Boston
Dec. ,. 1865. as coal HEAVIER on the
Ohio, and was discharged at Boston
Dec. s, 1854 IIe again enlisted in Co.
II, 9th N. j. Inf, at Newark n. j.,
April IL. 1855, and was finally mustered
out at Greensboro, N. G.. July II, 1865
He was admitted to the Home, from
North Boscawen, n. H., June 20, 1900
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06
TWO KILLED BY TRAINS.
Men Run Down Near Same Spot and
Same Time.

men, run over by freight trains on
the Reading Railway, in the Same
block, within two hours of each other
have just died in st. Mary's hospital.
James Shatz, '35 years old, Of 2112
North Warnock" street. was run over
on American street. above Oxford.
Two hours later, about 300 feet fur
Their north, Peter MeGrath. 81 years
old, Of 1922 North Fifth street, was
struck by another train and his legs
were crushed
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06
LOSES VOICE,
Nerves Of Woman's Throat ParaIyxsd
While at Funeral.

Georgetown. Del, April 5.-To ex-
cessive grief, Mrs. Jacob Sharp owes
the loss of her voice while attending q
funeral in Philadelphia.
She was talking to friends, when,
without warning. her words choked in
her throat. and she found herself un-
able to utter another. Medical attend
ance was procured, and it was discov-
cred that her paroxysm of emotion had
paralyzed her throat nerves. The a.
fiction may be permanent unless rest
can cure her.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

Cap. Robert r. Wcstman was at home
over Sunday from East Boothbay. where
he has been inspecting the work upon
the new steamer Islander of the ALL
gusta. Gardiner & Boothbay Steamboat
Co. which is to be launched April IA.
The committee in charge Of the launch
ing Of the Islander has chartered the
steamer Nahanada in place of the Winter
Harbor to take the launching party
from Bath to East Boothbay. The Ma
hanada is Il larger boat and can take the
entire party comfortably.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

\ new bulletin board has been placed
at the left of the entrance to odd Eel
lows hall, containing d directory of the
various |. O. O. T. bodies and the time
of their meeting. This directory is
much appreciated by members of the
order and visiting Odd Fellows.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06
Winthrop Grange.

Winthrop Grange will hold an all
day session on Tuesday, April 7. H. l..
Hunton of Oakland is expected to be
present and speak on the question of
Raising and Keeping Hens for Profit"
1t is understood that Mr.. Hunton is
we'll up in this line of business and his
remarks are sure to be of interest.
Mrs. Marston and Mrs. Plummer
from Monmouth Grange are also ex-
pected to be present
1t is hoped as many as possible will
be present
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

The following members We're granted
furloughs Saturday: Rodolpheus
Baisley and Alvin A. Pride TO Gar
diner, Me-; William c. Phillips to Bos-
ton; George H. Burnham to Smith
town, n. H.; Henry Peacock to Free
port; Marlin T. Hatch to Whiteheld:
Freeman Durrell to lewiston; Daniel
Murphy and Jacob II. Oliver to Bos-
ton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

of fun. The company that will present
"Hooligan in New York" has been care
fully selected. The audience has yet to
be met which has not been captivated by
this mirthful comedy. and its many spe-
cial features. Not n little of the fun is
furnished by Flip, Hooligan's dog, which
has been trained and drilled by one of
the best animal trainers in America
Seats on sale at Burke'S
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06
"HooI;oan In New York"

"ITooligan in New York" which comes
to the johnson Opera house tonight. can
truthfullv be termed the quintessence of
fun. Unlike NOSE comedies 1t has piot,
and this plot is in the main responsive
for the ludcrous mishaps and comph-
cations that round out solid three hours
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

Quite large audience enjoyed the
fine concert in the Home theatre Sun
day evening. Mr. Schueler's cornet
solo 'InhammatuS" from Stabat Ma
ter, was very nicely rendered, and en-
joyed by those present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

There will be in G. A. r. hail next
Tuesday evening Miss Ella Barton Of
Augusta, who will speak. Also Miss
Barrows. who will sing with banjo ac-
compartment. Others are expected
from Hallowell All are welcome
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

Charles B. Head, who is sick at his
home on Middle street, Augusta. was
reported Saturday as somewhat i'm
proved. although quite sick man yet
His speech was much better than the
previous week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

The old recitation room in the base
ment of the school building will be
arranged and fitted up with parallel,
horizontal and vaulting bars, trapeze,
horse, punching bags, dumbells.
wands, etc, for a gymnasium for the
use of the pupils of the schools. The
principal. A. D. Parkhurst, is soliciting
subscriptions for this purpose. H. w.
Stevens will do the work. Mr. Stevens
gives his services.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

John W. Davis, formerly member
of this Home, has been re-admitted
and taken to the hospital for treat
ment. He served in Co. c, 1st Me-
Inf, and was a resident of Port
land, Me-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

George Emery Of this city will leave
today for Fort Fairfield as foreman
of crew of painters for Contractor
r. j. Noyes of Augusta, who is en-
gagged in work on large bank build
ing
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

Mrs. G. G. Dudley entertained a few
children last Wednesday at a party in
honor Of her granddaughter, Villa Stew
ems. who is visiting her. Elmor Bailey,
Ida Maxwell and Mary Elizabeth Nc
Troy were the guests.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

1t is interesting to people of Win
throp to note that both Files and
Stanwood. who were former members
of the Winthrop Trolley League base
ball team, are on the BowdOin team,
which opened its season Wednesday at
Providence with a game with Brown
University. Files pitched the game,
and Stanwood played third base and is
also captain of the team. Bowdoin
won the game
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

Mrs. Elizabeth Smith Miller and Col.
Thomas Wentworth Higginson are
now the only two survivors Of tho q
persons who signed the call for the
first National ,Woman's Rights con.
vention. which was held in worcestoe.
Mass, in 1850. -.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

The Baptist Society of this city will
hold their Easter sale Thursday after
noon, April 9, at City hall. In the even
ing at 40 o'clock an entertainment
will be given with Mrs. Lottie e.
York, reader. Miss Effie NJ. Pooler.
soloist, will appear as well as some
local talent.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

The officers of the Salvation Army
Of Gardiner will give stersopticon
lantern service at the South Gardiner
Congregational church. Tuesday even
ing, April IA. The pictures will be
illustrative of the work of the Saliva
ton Army from it's inception to the
present time. The service will close
with the illustrated song. THE Ninety
ard Nine"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

Tho cold Saturday was much felt by
those who had occasion to be on the
streets. In the morning the thermometer
registered 10 above in a number of places
about the city and it did not get many
degrees above that for the entire day
Added to the cold was penetrating
wind, which. made the day still more
uncomfortable.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

The fire alarm was sounded Sunday,
the cause being a good blaze in the fields
and fences of the farm and pasture of
A. c. McCausland. With good work sew
efaE. buildings, which looked to be in
much danger, We're saved and the fire
was eNtiEguished.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06
The Decimal Club MEETING.

The Decimal Club met at the Congre-
gational parsonage Thursday evening.
Their program was very instructive and
interesting. The numbers were: Roll
call; quotations from Longfellow: read
ing from Thurston's History of Winthrop
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

The cold weather of the past few
days has stopped the baseball team
from practice but the boys are look
ing forward patiently for warmer days
soon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

Mrs Matilda Scribner was before
Judge Stafford Saturday afternoon and
was fined So for being engaged in a
drunken row at her home at the South
End.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

A social will lie given under the
auspices of the Ladies' Aid of tEt
Free Baptist church Tuesday evening
at the residence of Mrs. George Dill,
Oak street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

Miss Arlctta Payne left yesterday for
Grovetou. n. H., where she Will visit
her sister before taking school at
Lancaster, N H. Miss Payne was for
Somo time assistant teacher in the South
Grammar school.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

The subject of Rev c. f. Sargent's
sermon at the Congregational church
Sunday morning was 1.-THE Place of
Christ in the Worlds Progress" The
evening service was the first of the
month song service which has become
an established custom at this church.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

The ladies Of the FIRST Universalist
church will have an apron sale; also
cooked food and serve light luncheon
in the vestry of their church Tuesday
afternoon and evening, April Z.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06
FARMINGDALE.

Mr.. and Mrs. Arthur Jewett Of Bath
were in town over Sunday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

An aIl-day meeting of Winthrop
Grange will be held Tuesday. II. l..
Hunton of Oakland will be present
and address the members upon the
subject of Poultry"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

Z. A. Mason found full blown
dandelion near the boiler room at
the oil cloth factory last week. Summer
is at hand.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

Miss Amber Parlin. former teacher
of our High school. who has been
visiting Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Wingatc,
returned to Massachusetts yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

The funeral of the late Andrew
Crummey was held from the Home
chapel at 1920 Saturday forenoon, Rev.
FIR. Michigan conducting the services.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

The city hose wagon responded to a
still alarm for a brush fire at
Vaughans woods Sunday. a large
crowd gathered to witness the proceed
ingS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

News has been received here of the
death of George Spaulding who went to
Riverside. Cal, from Winthrop about 20
years ago.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

Miss Frances Adams subject at the
Friday evening service was "Adam,
Where Art Thou?" There were no
services Saturday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

James Towle and niece of Brookline,
Mass, were at the Homo Saturday
to attend the funeral Of the late Mat
thew TuWle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

Mrs. King Blanchard, who for the
past two weeks has been caring for
Mrs Devine of Gardiner, has returned
home
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

Thomas F. Cahill late CO. Is, 5th
r. l., ii. a., has been rc-admitted to
this Home and assigned to Co A. His
residence is given as Greene, 4. l.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

The Whist club met last week with
Mrs. Rose Straw. Mrs. Winnie Gale won
the largest score. and Mrs Rufina Ward
held the lowest tally
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

Miss Lille Johnson returned to her
home in this city Friday evening from
an extended trip to Virginia Hot
Springs in Malabar, Fla.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

Don't forget the Golden Cross enter
tainment Wednesday night. Whist
party and entertainment in Golden
Cross hall.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1908-04-06

Regular meeting of General TIlden
Camp at $50 tonight. At O'Clock the
members are all invited to attend a
supper given by the State Relief Corps
in G. A. r, hall.