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Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
SILENTLY OF THIEVES.
Morris, Slosbsrg Complains 81 Larceny
OF Copper and Rubbers.

You got plenty of thieves here in Gar
diner" said Morris Slosberg to Patrol
men Wakefield and .C,isack last evening
as he came to the police station 10 com.
pam OF the larceny 6f about 81 worth
Q. copper. from his stable. According to
siosoerg's story he had been gathering
copper and brass for number OF >eay 8
and putting it In "a boiler in his stable on
Mechanic street. Yesterday he added to
MS collection considerable quantity Of
copper. including copper tank. When
he went to the stable to feed his horse
after supper last evening the boiler and
It's contents had vanished. Mr. Siosberg
also stated that few days ago a quan>
tity Of rnbbers was stolen from his cart.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
DID THE WORK
Grew Strong on Right Food.

You can't grow strong by merely ex-
ercising. You must have food and
that food must be the kind you can
digest and assimilate.
No matter how much food you eat
unless it is digested it adds to the
burden the digestive organs have
naturally to carry. This often means
d nervous breakdown.
About year ago." writes a Mass.
lady, Il had quite a serious nervous
breakdown caused, as l believed, by
overwork and worry. I also suffered
untold misery from dyspepsia.
First l gave up my position. then I
tried to find a remedy for my troubles.
something that would make me well
and strong, something to rest my tired
stomach and build up my worn-out
nerves and brain.
II tried one kind of medicine after
another, but nothing seemed to help
me. ~As last resort | tried different
foods but they all failed me.
(, "Finally friend recommended
Grape Nuts and with little or no faith
in it. / tried package. That was
eight months ago and l have never
been without it since
Grape Nuts did the work 1t
helped me grow strong and well.
Grape Nuts put new life into me. built
up my whole system and made another
woman of mel" There's a Reason.
Name given by Postum Co. Battle
Creek. Mich. Read The Road to
Wellville," in pkgs.
Ever read the above letter? A new
one appessrs from time to fine. They
are genuine, true, and full Of human
interest,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Bennett & Moulton will present a
Man Without Country" Wednesday
evening at the Coliseum. This COM
pany has gained a strong hold on the
public and its stay here vii! be pleas
ant one. Ten. 20 and 30 cents are the
prices. A carload of scenery is car
ried.- Matinee at 230 Wednesday af-
ternoon, "Shipwrecked" Prices 10 and
20 cents. Thursday evening. Under
Sealed Orders" Prices 10. 20 and 30
cents
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
Michael Rock,

Michael Reck died in the hospital
here Sunday night of chronic inter-
stitial nephritis. Mr. Reck was born
in Ireland 70 years ago and was a sea-
man. He enlisted in the navy at New
York City. Aug. IS. 1851 serving on the
U. S. S. Owasco. and was discharged
at Brooklyn. Aug 3. 1868. He was ad-
rf,itted to this Home from New York
City. Oct. 21 1884.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
POSTMASTER DROPS DEAD.
Addison 3. Sparrow Of Freedom Dies
Just After Sorting Mail.

Freedom. Me, Dec. S.-(Spefiai).-
Addison B. Sparrow. postmaster and
well known business man of this VIII
lage, died very suddenly Monday
morning after sorting the morning
mail Neuralgia of the heart was the
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The Holy Day of Obligation of the
Catholics. the Feast OF the Immaculate
Conception of the Blessed Virgin, was
celebrated yesterday at st. Joseph $
church by the Catholics of Gardiner
and vicinity. At the mass conducted
by Rev. Fr. p II. Reardon at 5 A. NJ.
over 400 were present. while at the
second mass at 3 A. M. there were
about 800 in attendance. A service
was held last evening at 7.30, consist
ing Of vespers. beads and benediction.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
Sons Of Veterans Election.

Gen. Tilden Camp, No. 63, s. Of ".
held it's annual election Of officers Mon
day evening. The following were elect
ed for the coming year: Commander,
Fred H: Fuller; $. v. c., B. NJ. john
son: j. V. c.. Webster Gatchell; 1st
sargeant, Daniel H. Meader: Quarter
master sergeant Leslie Howe: camp
council. Daniel c. Skiilin, Frank How
ard and l.. @. Powers. i-
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The. Old South League will meet with
Mrs. Emma Chadbourne Friday after
iit3ons Dec. II. 1t is important that ev-
ery. naHmber should be present, as this
will be the last meeting before the
Christmas sale. .e4 ~. III.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
Republicans Carry Portsmouth, N. y

Portsmouth, n. III, Dec. S.-The Re-
publican candidate, Edward II. Adams,
was elected by majority of 571 over
Samuel W. Emery, Democrat today.
light vote being cast in all the wards.
All the Republican candidates for the
city council, with one exception were
elected. The mayoralty vote was as
follows: Edward H. Adams, Rep.),
1881; Samuel NJ. Emery, Dem.), $50.
Last year the majority given Wallace
Hackett, lRep.l oyer Emery was III.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

child urinates too often, if the urine scalds
the hesh, or if, when the child reaches an
age when it should be able 70 control the
passage, it is yet afflicted With bed-wet-
ting, depend dupon it, the cause Of the diff
Guilty is kidney trouble, aud the FIRST
Step should be towards The treatment of
biheases important organs.: THIS unpleasant
trouble is die to 4 diseased cohdition of
tie kidneys and Bladder and not to a
habit as most people suppose.
Women as well as men are made tliser-
able with kidney and bladder trouble.
and both need the same great remedy.
The mild and the immediate effect Of
Swamp.Root is soon realized II Is sold
by druggists, in fifty. fs8s.
cent and one-dollar - = 4: =:
size bottles. You may ~ r!
have sample bottle ~, - - p
by mail free, also a Home q svaAg Assai I
pamphlet telling all about Swamp.R Root,
including many Of the thousands Of testi-
monial letters received from sufferers
cured. In writing DR.. Kiliner & Co..
Binghanlton, n. Y, be sure and mention
this paper. Don't make any mistake,
but remember the name, SWaiiip-Ro Rook
DR.. Kilmcr's Swamp-R Root, and the ad'
dress, Binghanton. n. Y. o. svssy
SpEAUs ~ IT. ;. trs-4sa a-.st.s,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
HINCklEY.

Mrs. Kendall snow anu CIliureH nave
been staying at her fathers for the past
three months while her home at North
Fairfield mas been undergoing repairs.
John Walker and George Gaylord
have been up river hunting the past
week. They returned Saturday night,
oacn bringing a deer
Mrs John Curtis is visiting at John
Walkers for few days.
Mr.. and Mrs. Walter Harding of
Waterville visited at Walter Halls Sat-
urday and Sunday.
Mrs Elvira Heald of North Fairfield
visited at George Tibbetts' last week.
Clara Tibbetts was in Skowhegan Fri
day and Saturday.
George Tibbetts was in Augusta and
Lewiston last Saturday
The river has frozen over and makes
good crossing for people on foot.
Emery johnson has been confined to
the house the Fast three days with in
famatory rheumatism in his right foot
and ankle. MIR. and Mrs. Herbert Carr
of North Fairfield visited him Sunday.
Ed. Connor is at work at Good Will
Farm, for the Steward Plumming Co.
Of SEowhegan. Lyle Boyden and Ar
thur Grover are at work on hay press
fer Merit Chase of Clinton.
Mrs. Chas. Green was reported seri-
cusly i'll Sunday. =
Seden Wheelen of Vassalboro passed
away Thursday at the home Of his
daughter, Mrs. Fearley Gerald The
funeral was held at the home Saturday
and interlnent. was in Canaan cemetery.
Loren Allen is very sick at his home
in North Fairfield. 1t is feared that lie
will hayc to undergo an operation for
appendicitis. ....t ...4.sA
Victor Grange elected officers Satur-
day evecing Owen Salley was chosen
master for the coming year. '',5 'f
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

vigor and cheerful-
ness soon disappear
when the Kidneys are
out of order or dis.
eased. I'D,
Kidney trouble has
become 50 prevalent
that it is not uncom-
mon for a child to be
born afflicted with
weak ki1nevs. If the
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The Kings Daughters will hold a
Christmas sale Thursday afternoon and
evening of this week at Forest hall
and an Oyster supper will be served
from to 7.30 P. NJ. Following thegsup
per an entertainment of vocal and in
strumental music will be. given.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
JSnoes LYONS,

James Lyons was found dead about
1890 Tuesday In the rear of the Opera
May 81. 1889, and was laborer. He
enlisted in Co. X, 40th n: Y. Inf. from
Lawrence. Mass, June q, l46f ana
was discharged at New York CITY, July
2, 1864. He was admitted to this Home
from Boston. Jan. 20. 1898 and was reT
admitted here on Dec 1.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Remember the sale of aprons, cook
ed food and candy held this afternoon
at the Coughlin store at 2.3O by the la
dies of st. Matthews parish. The eX-
cellent opportunity for procuring any
OF these articles should be overlooked
by no one.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The ladies of the Old South League
will hold a sale of aprons, bags, cook
ed focd candy and many other use
full articles in the vestry Of the Old
South church Friday afternoon and
evening, Dec IS. r'--
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Mr.. and Mrs. Dennis Pitts had the
misfortune last week while driving to
be thrown from their carriage. Mr..
Pitts received painful injury to his
leg and Mrs Pitts suffered a disloca-
ton Of the shoulder.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
Eraz;ette C.. Reed.

Fraziette c. Reed, aged IS years
died at her home in Riverside at 11.St
o'clock yesterday morning. The cause
Of death was apoplexy. Two daughters
Mrs J.. NJ. Moore of Washington, D
c., and Mrs. F. H. Morrill,, Stanstead
Quebec, also one son. Frank Reed OF
yassalboro, survive. The funeral viii
be held at 1880 o'clock Friday morn
ing from her late residence.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The funeral of the late Benjamin r.
Cook will be held from the Home
chapel at o'clock this afternoon. Rev.
H. S. Burrage officiating. Capt. Odlum
will command the escort.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The concert to be given by the Uni
versity of Maine Orchestra will take
place OH the evening of Dec. 30, in
stead of Dec. 13, as stated in Tuesday
mornings Journal.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Daniel ?. seaver Of Kingston. n, H..
late Co B, 3d n II. INF. George Brown
of Bangor, Me-. late lieutenant Co. 3,
I'd and Co. VI. slst Maine Inf. Moses
Mann OF Stoughton, Mass, late Co. l.
Sd Mass Cav. and John Towle of Bos-
ton. lste. &c. G. 1th Mass. Inf, and
Co. \. 'et u. s. Inf. were admitted 70
this Home Tuesday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

James Keegan of Baltimore, late Co
r, I'd Pa. Prov. Cav, Peter Grant OF
Waupaca, Wis, late Unattached Maine
Inf, and Co K. 1st Maine Vet, Inf, and
Robert j. Giblett of Morrisville, Vt
late co. l.. .1st Conn Cav. formerly
members Of this Home. have been re-
admitted. " 4 s% ~
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The G. r. Chase Co. has sold W. D.
Harrington's farm on the Marston- road.
this CITY. to J. r. Nichols Of Pressure
Isle This farm is considered one OF the
finest in the. city. Mr.. Nichols has bought
the farm for a permanent home and will
occupy 1t at once.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The hours of study for Grade in the
Gardiner public schools have been short
ened Is minutes in the forenoon, and Is
minutes in the afternoon, change which
will be warmly welcomed by the little
folks.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The new paraphernaHa was worked for
Of Eureka Rebekah Lodge. 1t is very
handsome and attracted much attention
upon it's initial appearance. The degree
was worked upon two candidates. Re-
freshments were served.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

E. NJ. Dolloff in his ad. makes some
very suggestive Holiday pointers 70,
Christmas shoppers to consider before
starting cut. Cannot guarantee pleas
ant days in December, better improve
them when here.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Fred Webber's store is good place
to take the children, even these early
days of Christmas shopping. Let them
enjoy all there is for them in the holi-
day season. Immense stock in this
popular store.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The election Of officers of Kennebec
commandery. L. o. G. c.. was postponed
owing to the storm Of Monday night and
1t will be held at the next regular meet
ing Monday evening, Dec. q.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The Ladies' Aid Of the Methodist
church Will meet Friday afternoon at
the home Of II. w. Jewett, 174 Main
avenue. F'armingdale. A large attend
ance Is desired.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Gardiner Lodge. l. Q. o. F.. will con-
fer the Initiatofy degree at the meet
ing Thursday night A good attend
ance Is desired. as the nomination OF
of6cers viii take place.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Nahumkeag Camp Of Modern woodmen
and Pine Cone Camp Of Royal Neignnors
win hold the second In their series Of as
sen,blies thiss evening at A. .. U. w.
hail.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

If you would pass pleasant even
ing come to the Old South vestry Fri
day evening, Dec. IS. Mrs. CARL Of Au
gusta, reader Mrs. York of Augusta,
SolOiSt
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Fred Haines has returned from a
weeks hunting trip around Lake Cob
bosseecontee. He reports that rabbits
and partridges are plentiful but very
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The merchants. during the dull day.
Monday. had chance to do good
deal Of their work on their Christmas
stock. and most of the stores now have
oa their holiday garb.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The revival service at the NJ. F..
church last evening was we'll attended.
Miss .Ada1tf fs..ss1rreearhed a Strong sermon
on "The Half War Never Told" There
will be service at 730 this evening.
All are welcome
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The Ladies' Aid Of the Universalist
church viii meet with Mrs. George Reed.
school street, today at the usual hour.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Weston Lewis returned yesterday to his
winter home in Boston. having come here
to attend the funeral of the late Joseph
c. Atkins. eIs1s
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Harry Williams returned Monday ts
Boston. after spending a Thanksgiv-
ing vacation at the old homestead on
Wiley street.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Miss Helen Aldrich. has accepted "a
position with B. F. Warner & Co s.ss+
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
A ChalIenqe.

hereby challenge any person in 4Au-
gusta, Hallowell or Gardiner to a run
ming race of any distance not less than
two miles.
GUS HAGUE.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

: a 'widower WHO was married recently
been married once before herself, wrote
across the bottom Oh the wedding invita-
tions: Pc sure and come this is no anna
teur performance" .t -
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The T.. A. degree was worked upon
three candidates at the meeting last
evening of Hermon Lodge. F. and A. NJ.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The Christian Endeavor Society of
the First Baptist church held very
pleasant sociable at the vestry last
evening.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Isaac Meader is spending few days
with mis- daughter Mrs. H. r. Park
burst OF Albion.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
of G. "A. e.

The regular meeting Of the w. S
Heath Circle, No. 13, Ladies of the G
a. R., was held last evening. The at
tendance was large. The annual elec-
ton of officers took place as follows:
President-Mrs. Edith Berry.
Senior vice. president-Mrs., Alzada
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
Mrs. william Niles of this city is
visiting friends in South China.

George Palmer of Manchester is NOV
ing his family into this city at 2s Unior
street.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

chuSettS, TO De minister TO h1OnQuraS.
Boston, Dec. S.-Philip M. Brown is
the son of former Alderman and Mrs.
s. w. Brown of Woburn and is at pres
ent secretary of the United States le-
cation at Guatamala. He was born in
Hampden, Me. and came to Wobu,n
when 10 years of age. He graduated
from the Woburn High school,. and
from Williams College in 1898.
After feaving college Brown went to
Constantinople and taught Roberts
College for two years. In November,
1900, he was appointed private secre-
tary to Lloyd c. Griscom, minister to
Turkey. He became second secretary
of the legation the following year Two
years later while on home leave. he
was transferred to the legation at
Guatemala and Honduras with head
quarters at Guatamalas City, where he
became secretary. ;f's, ,tsgS
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
Toniaht,s Concert.

aorcb"On Guard Theme
O,.art ~ SoC,ontt.nin nent'' PanCert
WaltZes-"Wocdiand Dreams.
Selection from EILEEN Asthore" lfirst
t;s.aN AicOtt
VaIse Lenter-"Charme d'Amour' l4oyeE
SPELL first timey, NenuflIi
selection from ''Three Twins" (firstS time,
oe'ee o7i' e'-iA.'5 W a Hoschnla
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

John Cook left the Home yesterday
on q furlough to visit friends in Ever.
ett, Mass p
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

There will be stated assembly OF
Alpha Council, No 8, r. and S. M. at
73O this evening. All are requested to
attend. w.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The U. c. G. Club met last evening
at the home of Mrs. Edward Jewell Of
Fairfield and enjoyed very pleasant
evening. Refreshments were served.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Miss Myrtle Dixon returned yester-
day from a few days visit in Water
VILE
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
NATIONAL HOME.

Officer of the day, Capt. George. ".
Belcher
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
SOUTH GARDINER,

Park O'Donne1l was at home from
Iivtrmcre Falls over Sunday
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Miss Nellie Kicrns has returned to,
Brockton. after a weeks visit to her
brother Peter Kierns, iii this city.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Cutler Post, No. AZ, G. A. r.. will
meet Thursday evening in the hall for
the annual election OF officers.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Roy Pierce left yesterday for West
erly, Mass, called by the death of his
step-mothes'.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Mr.. and Mrs. Ben Tenney left yes-,
terday for a short visit at Boston,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

The Mothers Club will meet this after
noon with Mrs. G. J. Bragdon. Vino
street.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Joseph Allen and George H. Chad
wick have reported from furlonghs
passed in Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
Aalua! !! Election Of Gen.
Iadsn Camp, 5. Of Y.
Weh-knuwn Runner Issues a
Challenge to Anyone.
1otes, ,,a Personal and Business
: - - Nature 'Abost City.

Miss Elizabeth Dixon is at home for
the Christmas vacation. s'
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
Women as Well as Men Are madb
Miserable BY Kidney and
Bladder Trouble.

Kidney trouble preys upon the mind,
discourages and lessenSa ambition; beauty,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Mrs. Nathan Niles and Mrs. Fred
Niles have returned from their visit at
Calais and st. Stephen.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
GARDINER LOCAL MATTERS
JOURNAL TELEPHONE w4

Miss Jennie B,fely Of South Gardiner
Is visiting relatives IN Randolph and Vi
cinity.s
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09
MAINE; BOY PROMOTED.
Philip M. Brown, ,vsof, ihampden Made
Minister to Honduras.

Washington. Dec. s.-Among the
nominations in the diplomatic service
was that of Philip M. Brown of Massa-
chusetts, to be minister to Honduras.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1908-12-09

Thyng. ~
Chaplain-MrsAA \ Annie Emery.
Treasurer-Mrs. Louise Goodwin
,secretary-Mrs. Annie Emery.
CondIctor-Mrs. Belle Boston
.Guide-Mrs' Bina. Webber.
Deiegates-Mrs. Belle Boston, Mrs
Florence Peaks, Mrs. W. H. Dearborn
Mrs Annie Smiley.
Alternates-NIrs. Silas Adams. Miss
G. Boston, Mrs. Louise Priest and Mrs
Blanche Jenkins The installation will
take place in January.
Ladysmith news-budget. [volume] (Ladysmith, Rusk County, Wis.) 1907-1927, 1908-12-31
THE MARKETS.
Latest Quotations From Grain and
Live Stock Centers.

Latest Quotations From Grain and
Live Stock Centers.
st. Paul, Dec. 80. - Wheat - No. 1
hard, $1.1101.11 IA; No. / Northern,
$110@110 IA; No. 2 Northern, $1,08
@1.O81-4. Corn-No. 2 yellow, $50
SIS lac. Oast-No. 3 white, AZ SAG
48 SAC.
Minneapolis, Dec 30.-Wheat-No
1 hard, $1.11@1.11 IA; No. ] North
ern, $11O@1.1O IA; No. 2 Northern,
S1.0801.08 IA. Corn-No. 2 yellow, SIS
@55 lac. Oats-No. white, AZ 3-40
48 3-4c.
Duluth, Dec. 80. - Wheat - No. 1
hard, Sill SIS; No. l Northern,
1.1O5-S; No 2 Northern, $1,O8 5-S.
Flax-$1.47 ga. Oats-No. 5, 48 7-Sc.
Milwaukee, Dec. 80 - Wheat-No.
1 Northern, $1.1O IL; No. 2 Northern,
$1.O8@1OS IL. Barley - Standard,
65 1-2c.
Chicago, Dec. 80. - Wheat - No. 2
red, $1.O4 5-S@1.O5 "a; No. 2 hard,
s1O3 5-S0105 IA. Oats-No. 8 white,
5O050 sac. Corn - No. 2 yellow,
81 SAC.
Chicago, Dec. 80. - Cattle-Beeves,
$3.65077O; stockers and feeders,
$2.7O@48O; COWS and heifers, $1,000
5. Hogs-Bulk, $5.5O@5.90. Sheep
Natives, $2.6O@4.S5; lambs, $4.5O0
7.75.
Sioux City, Iowa, Dec. 80. - Cattle
Grass steers, $5.25@6.30; stockers
and feeders, $3.4O@4.60; calves and
yearlings, s3@3.S0. Hogs - Range,
$5.4N05.55.
South st. Paul, Dec. 80. - Cattle
Granted steers, $5.50@6.50; COWS
and heifers, $3.25@4.5O; veal calves,
$505.5O; good to choice stock steers,
$3.750425. Hogs-Bulk, $5.50@5.65.
Sheep-Yearlings, $4.5O@4.S5; spring
lambs, $6.25@6.75.
Ladysmith news-budget. [volume] (Ladysmith, Rusk County, Wis.) 1907-1927, 1908-12-31
Crimes.

William T. Clark, an old-time pros
pector. has been found murdered near
Butte, Mont. He had just opened a
promising gold vein.
Patrick Greene of Montreal, a ped
dler, was killed near Plaster Rock,
N. B., by highwaymen, who made
their escape with valise said to con-
tain $4,000.
Clifford Smith, said to be former
policeman in Toledo, Ohio, and Cath
crime McCabe, alleged counterfeiters
of fifty-cent and one-dollar coins, were
arrested in Chicago.
William w. DELPHI was found guilty
of murder in the first degree at La
porte, and his punishment was fixed
at life Imprisonment. DELPHI was con-
victed of killing his mother-in-law.
Owen Smith. son of Chief of Police
Smith; Charlie Moore and his broth
er, Virgil Moore. are dead, and Pc
liceman Cain Walters is dying as a
result of a four-cornered pistol duel
fought at Ocilla. Ga.
DR.. Charles E. Smith, mayor of
Washington, N. j., lost the sight of
one eye and was partially blinded in
the other when one of his women pa
tents visited his Office and threw car
bolic acid over his face and head.
James B. Harmon, eighteen years
old, shot and killed Miss Maud Hart
ley, eighteen years of age, On the
street of Somerville, Mass. Miss
Marley had recently informed Har-
mon that she did not care for his at
tentions.
Fred Lied, formerly a member of
the Columbus (Ohio) board of con-
troll, was sentenced to four years in
the penitentiary by Judge Rogers for
accepting a bride from Nelson Can
non, local representative of a paving
company of Cleveland.
Giacinto Ricci was electrocuted at
the New Jersey state prison at Tren-
ton. The much-talked-of test to resus-
citate the electrocuted man was not
attempted. County Physician Scam
mel, who had threatened to make the
test, was not present and made no
demand for the body.