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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-06-03
AFRICAN METHODlSTs.
New England Conference Opens
Wednesday at Worcester.

Worcester, Mass, June 1.-THE New
England Conference of the African
Methodist Episcopal church opened its
65th annual meeting in this city today,
and will be in session until Monday.
The conference includes 35 churches
in New England, about half of which
are located in Connecticut. On Friday
the WOman's Home and Foreign Mis-
sionary Society will hold it's annual
meeting.
The delegates organized this morn
ing with Bishop Alexander Walters
presiding and Bishop ]. W. Hood, as
sociate. Rev f. George Biddle acted
as the presiding elder. Following the
customary devotional exercises, the
work of the meeting was begun with
the election of other conference Of
ficerS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-06-03

skin firmer in texture. yon
toinpiexlon cream jelly at home y
water. / ounce OF almozo,n PM u
spoonfuis OF glycerine. stir ana
Few minutes and let stand ,shy 4
comes q thick cream jellv Ira n
Inassaging and IL, will thoro,aJisse
the pores, and the dust and ~ CO
roll out and off the skin = si'ne
the blackheads. freckles ana Nas
tne SKIN and will make large nnnn eil
fou can use this almozoin ie,Ip, ~ q,
CONFIDENCE that 1t will moi oap ~,
CROWN Of superfiuous hair
~ soothing and healing ana - VII
SKIN smooth, moist and pliah,n eeM
tains no oils or fats. e'
Dolly NJ: ID In addition r.
headache. tight neckhana gausia1
give the eyes a dull. "6shy,, IN
your eyes lack expression iook
iifeless, and there is no strait ais duil
.hroat, you apparently need .. upVa
ing eye tonic, which YOU can saetA|
dissoiVing ] ounce Of crystos e., hats
water. Drop one or two drnno PM
eye whenever needed to kea,, u 4
bright ana shining. This eve IN, ns
gave relief when the eyes Arc . IN.
named or sore, and it is an a;a uted
VINO wear glasses. ~ Do NOT ~ ~
room with a light burning as Typ
for the eyes. - as IL Is |
Florence E.: To prepare a oo-,
beautifler that will make tho D,np'el
Witt anu smooth, put teaspoons,IJ
i i'e ana ounces of spurmar N
PM OF boiling water and let stana
cold- Apply to the hands, forearru
race with the palm of the hand an
tlnue rubbing the skin where ann, ans
Dry. Several of my friends barp 81,
tIat TINS spurmax wash is nar,;o.
effectiVe for sallow, dark and an,
IL Is much less expensive than reaSr
fractured race washes.>
Cecilia f. r.: Don't WORRY .ho
c9hditlon. Nearly every person ns.sI
blood tonic and liver invigorator T.
spring Prompt treatment win =.
you to rid yourself of those =,
blotches and pimples. Get from
Druggist ! ounce of kardene and
OF alcohol. To these add u teacnrs
sugar and put into ~ pints If +,
water. This makes an excellent ~
tcnic that purifies the blood and an
the liver to healthy action. Take ,a
spoonful 5 minutes before each meal
before retiring.
Myrtle j.: In massaging wrinkle,
the tips of the fingers and thumb. AIM
working across the lines; never M
the lines of the creases.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-06-03
PLENTY OF GOLD.
$37O,OOO,0O0 Now Stored at Denver
Mint.

Denver, Colo, June with the ar
rival of a shipment of $7,500,000 in gold
coin from San Francisco, the Denver
mint now is the treasure vault of the
nation with s370.ooo,O9o in gold stored
in the federal Golfers here. This is the
greatest amount of gold ever housed in
the local mint. Fifty million dollars
in gold coin has been received at the
mint since May Is from the San Fran
cisco mint, which has now been prac-
tically depleted OF it's gold reserve
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-06-03
KENNEBEC CoUNTY.-In Probate

KENNEBEC COUNTY.-In Probate
Court, at Augusta, in vacation, May 10,
1909. ~
A Certain instrument. purporting to be
the last will and testament of Louisa
Gordon late of Mt. Vernon in said Coun-
ty. deceased. having been presented for
probate;
ORDERED That notice thereof he
given three weeks successfully prior TO
the second Monday of June next. in the
Kennebec Journal newspaper printed
In Augusta, that all persons interested
may attend at Court of Probate then
to be holden at Augusta, and show
cause, If any. why the said instrument
should not be proved approved and al
lowed as the last will and testament of
the said deceased
HAROLD f. COOK. Judge.
Attest: r. w. LEIGHTON. Register.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-06-03

addresses of welcome and responses by
prominent visitors, including c. j.
Kramer of Little Rock. Ark, presi-
dent of the National Association; F. b.
Connolly Of San Francisco. will speak
on the Maintenance Of Retail Selling
Prices" National Sec. John A. Greea
of Cleveland, Ohio, also will deliver an
address
GROCERSs
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-06-03

ADMINISTRATORS NOTICE.-The
subscriber hereby gives notice that he
has been duly appointed Administrator
on the estate of James w. Britton late
of PittSton in the County of kennebec,
deceased, and given bonds as the law
directs. All persons having demands
against the estate of said deceased are
desired to present the same for settle
meut. and all Indebted thereto are re-
quested to make payment Immediately.
May "A, 1909.
F. w. BRITTON
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-06-03

ADMINISTRATORS NOTfCE.-The
subscriber hereby gives notice that he
has been duly appointed Administrators
on the estate of Henry B. Lewis late of
China. in the County of Kennebec, de-
ceased, and given bonds as the law
directs. All persons having demands
against the estate of said deceased are
desired to present the same for settle
quested to make payment immediately.
Maya 1909
FRED H. LEWIS
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-06-03
THE RETAIL GROCERS.
Twelfth Annual Convention Opens at
Portland, Ore.

Portland, Ore, June 1.-THE 10th an
nual convention of the National Assoc
citation of Retail Grocers was called TO
order today by j. G. Mann, president
Of the Portland Retail Grocers Asso-
citation.
The morning session was devoted to
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-06-03

EXECUTORS NOTICE.-The sub
scriber hereby gives notice that they
have been duly appointed Executors of
the will of Samuel A Clark late of China
in the County of Kennebec, deceased,
and given bonds the law directs. All
persons having demands against the
tate of said deceased are desired to pre-
ent the same for settlement. and all in
debted thereto are requested to make
payment Immediately.
May "a. 1909.
NELLIE NJ. JONES.
BELLE Gates
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-06-03

Mrs. G. p: If you have sensitive and
soft skin l would advise you to use
complexion jelly, instead of cold cream.
If you wash in warm water always put
dash of cold water on the face after
wards, as this will make the flesh and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24
GOVERN MENT MAY
 SELL FRIAR LANDS

Washington, December 23.-The Philip pine government has power to sell the "Friar lands' in the Philippines to indi- viduals in any number of acres desirable. An opinion to this effect was today rend- cred by Attorney General Wickersham. The opinion is in opposition to the pro- vision of the organic act of the Philip pine government, which limited the sale of the unapportioned public lands ob- tained by treaty with Spain, to 40 acres.
 In developing the sugar industry Of the islands, individuals desired to purchase the 55 900 acres contained in the San Jose estate on the Island of Mindoro, which was purchased from the Recoleto Friars by the United States, and which has never been occupied.
 It was argued that attempt to sell this land in 40-acre tracts would defeat the proposed use of the land. The Attor- ney General has held that in authorizing the sale of the land. the act of Congress provide that the tenants should be given the preference in the disposition of the es' tates. as many tenants held more than 4t acres
 This decision does not modify the law providing that every corporation author ized to engage In agriculture shall not hold more than 2500 acres. It is said the sugar trust is the prospective purchaser of the land.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24

is guaranteed by the makers to give satisfaction. It cost s4500.
 It was purchase on the recommen- dation of the fire committee, Aldermen R. T. Mcleod, Adam Pow and E. ]. owens, who investigated number of makes and designs. selecting the Sea grove after receiving the opinions or expert mech anics as to the excellence Of the construction.
 This afternoon the machine was given a thorough test and proved most satisfactory. climbing hills and run ming through rough and muddy grounds with the greatest ease. Among those present at the test were Alder man Mcleod, Chief of Fire Department Joe Fellow. A. c. Grouse, special agent for the company; B. A. Pepperman, local representative. and a number of citizens. The wagon was driven from Ensley to Birmingham and averaged over S5 miles an hour. In Birming- ham Chief Bennett and other members of the fire departme were taken out on the Northside and some of the steepest hills were climbed by the en- zine Chief Bennett expressed his com plete satisfa ction with the apparatus Mayor F P O'Brien, Mayor F. D. sugg, Alderman Mcleod, Chief Ben nett and Chief Fetlow and many others expressed their approval of the ma chine in the highest praise.
 As a matter of economy the appa-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24
First Methodist Church.

The following programme will be rendered at the First Methodist church , Friday evening at 7:30 o'clock by the Sunday school. The public is cordial : ly invited: Swell the Strains Celestal-School. Invocation.
 Introduotion-Rev. J. D. Simpson. Welcome Address-George Donald son.
 Motion Song-Prlmary class, Our Gifts--Class No. 15.
 christmas-Primary class.
 Wake Oh World from Slumber- Glasses Nos. z and 8. Round, Round the World-Primary class.
 Glad When Christmas Comes-Alta Harrell, Marion Pesrce, Leila Almond, Dollie Bensinger. Nellie Anderson.
 Our Christmas Gift-Dudley Powell, Edgar Keenen. Paul Mann, Eugene Dean.
 The Stars-Class No. 13.
 Herald the Star of Love-Schoo1.
 Exercise-Ada Zeigler. Pearl Stew art, Nina Ligon, Ina Ligon, Maud Ellszey. Liilie Zeigler
 The Story of Ch istmas-Class No. II.
 Baby Is Sleeping-Classes Nos. 12 and 13.
 Holy Night-School
 The Call of the Stars-Classes Nos. 5 and 6.
 Pantomine-Clsss No. A.
 The Christmas Song is Ringing School
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24
NOTHING FOUND ON
 TREASURE ISLAND

Nogales, Ariz., December 2S.-The mys- tery and glamor surrounding Tiburon isi- and, Gulf of California has been dis sipated effectually through the return of the seven Americans who explored the island. which they supposed to be in- habited by man-eating Seri Indians, and
 to contain hidden treasures and rich min eral deposits. The party was headed by
 Prof. Fayette A. Joss.
 At Guaymas the explorers bought a
 boat, provisioned it for a three months
 stay and proceeded up the gulf, land
 ing at Keno bay, on the mainland. Here they were visited by 20 Serf men and wom-
 en- who proved friendly and who in-
 formed them that there was nothing of value on the island However, they crossed to the island, established per manent camp, and for five weeks prose cuted their explorations. finding no in- dication of anything of value, or Of great interest.
 The island is 20 miles wide and 35 miles lonx and is of volcanic origin. Good grass abounds and there is some running water. It contains no human beings, but hu- ..reds Of deer and myriads of wild pig cons. Inscriptions were found, proving the visit there in 1905 of . rescue party in search of traces of the 9rindeii explor- ing expedition, lost tho year berore.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24
Election in England.

London, December 23.-It is official ly announced that the writs for the general election will be issued Janu- ary 10.
 versity He will spend the holidays with his parents, Prof. D. M. Lewis, 1912 Ave- nue I and J. R. Thomas, on Warrior boulevard.
 John Simpson, who is a student at Van derbilt university, is spending the holidays with his parents, pr. and Mrs. J. D. Simpson, on Avenue G.
 l. A. McCluskey, travelling representa- tive of the Continental Casualty company, is In Ensley to spend Christmas with his family.
 Miss Debora Lyons Of Cincinnati has been added to the programme of the Elks' Christmas tree entertainments. Miss Lyons is dialect inpersonator of con- siderable note and will add much to the pleasure of the occasion.
 w R. Stewart, president of the Ensley Real Estate and Investment company, re- turned today from San Antonio, Tex, where he has been recuperating for the pa st ten days Mir Stewart spoke enthusi- astically of the splendid business condi- ton out west and of the general prosperi- | ty that prevails. l Mir. and Mrs. J. c. Fonville of Luverne Ala, are the guests of their daughter l Mrs. Fred Sawyer. 1 Mason H. Sherman, general superintend- | ent of the Semet-Solvay company, witf headquarters at Syracuse, N. Y, is ir l Ensley on business. Miss Susie sevier of Tuscumbia is the 1 guest of MT. and Mrs. Sam Sevier Little Miss Josephine Sevier will arrive home al l the same time.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24
HAS NARROW ESCAPE.
Man Falls Under a Car on the North
 Dessemer Line.

Bessenaer, December 2a-(special.)-A white man named Cansey had a very mar row escape from death this afternoon at Brighton. Cansey was walking beside the tracks of the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company when the North Bes- semer car from Bessemer passed and struck him. throwing him under the car. The car, which was going at low rate, was stopped just in time to save him. Another five feet and the man would have been badly mangled. It is considered re- markable that he was not killed. as he was completely under the car when 1t stopped. The car was in charge of Mo torman D. H. Robinson and Conductor T. W. Wright.
 Mrs. Burt Lytie will entertain a num- Der of guests on Christmas day at house party at her home. There will be a fam ilv reunion at the homo of Mrs. Walter williams on Christmas day. A number of guests have also been invited. MT. and Mrs. T. T. Huey will entertain at dinner tomorrow
 The D. R. Robinson Carnival company will open in Bessemer next week under the auspices of the Bessemer Athletic club, and all arrangements have been per fected for handling large crowds It is said that the carnival is an unusually rood one and that the people will get their moneys worth. The carnival com pany carries IS hish-ciass shows and five
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24

ratus will dispense with the feed of two horses besides the other necessary expenses attached, AS an indication of the difference in the cost of auto driven fire apparatus compared with horses, the city of Joplin. Mo, whose fire department is entirely equipped with autos. maintain it al an average cost of s25. When horses were used 1t cost between s40O and $500. -..e feed bill alone in the city of Birming- ham Is $10c0 a month. Under the Great : CT Birmingham this will be much in creased. Alderman Mcleod and tie fire committee are being congratulated on their excellant choice as all indi- cations point to the new apparatus be- ing a success.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24

free acts. which will be given daily. After the week of shows the company will go into winter quarters in Bessemer and remain until March 15. The pro- ceeds of the week will go toward equip ping the gymnasium of the Athletic club.
 The Bessemer public schools closed to- day at noon for the Christmas holidays, and they will not reopen until the first Monday in January. A large number of the teachers left or win leave for their homes to spend Christmas.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24
Mayor o'srien Visits EnsIey.

Mayor Frank P. O'Brien, Street Com missioner John McCarten, I. c. Beatley of the Birmingham Realty company, visited Ensey this morning and were driven through the principal parts of the city. The party was met by a number of the city officials and a large number of citizens. Mayor O'Brien has many per sonal friends in Ensley, and he received many assurances of loyal support from citizens who had bitterly fought the Greater Birmingham bill. MT. McCartin was well pleased with tie condition of the streets. The party left for Pratt City and other points of the greater city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24
A Boost for Birminoham.

The Post Card Exchange. as the usual custom will have some flasblght photos made of the interior of that popular re- sort this afternoon and this photo will be reproduced on post cards of the very best quality This card ;-s others, will 20 to the four corners of the globe. All are invited to get in this group. Join the crowd
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24
No Merry Christmas for Her.

New York, December 23.-Mrs. Lou ise Labette finds little to be merry about this Christmas time. Her hus- band was murdered IS months ago. her two eldest children have died within the year, her father, mother and five other relatives were lost in the Mes. sina earthquake, and today Mrs. La- bette pleaded guilty to the killing of Dominick Versaisi, who she believed was the slayer of her husband. She shot and killed Versaisi in alleged self defense. She was sentenced today to the Bedford Reformatory for Women
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24
Body Recovered From Mine.

Neguanee, Mich, Dec 23.-The man. gled body of Victor MakH was recov- cred today from the Neguanee iron mine, in which four men were en- tombed 10 days ago. Makki had evil dently been instantly killed. One of four men was rescued alive after sev- eral days imprisonment; one was taken out dead several days ago, and another is still to be found
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24
ENSLEY'S NEW AUTO ! ENGINE ARRIVES Successful Trip Is Made Over
 the District
0'BRIEN IN STEEL CITY
Numerous Christmas Entertainments Will Be Held at the Ensley Churches Today-Personal
 and General News.

Ensley December 2S.-(Spe )- The new auto-driven combination hose and chemical wagon recently purchased by the city council arrived in Ensley today and is certainly, 10 outward ap- pearances, a thing of beauty It was built specially for the city by the Saprove company of Columbus. O., who
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24
Hunaarian PremIer chosen.

Budapest, December 2S.-Dmperor- King Francis Joseph today appointed Dr. Ladislau von Lukacs. former minis ter of finance, Hungarian premier. LN- kacs will open negotiations immediate ly with the various political factions with view to forming cabinet.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24
Steamer Is FIoated.

Halifax, N. s., December 23.-The Allan line steamer Corinthian, which went ashore on Georges island, in Halifax harbor, last Saturday night in order to clear an incoming vessel, was fioated at high tide today. The bottom of the vessel Is being examined to as- certain the extent of her injury, if any, The Corinthian was leaving the harbor for London at the time of the accident.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24

When shopping, call and sample our fine line of Merita Chocolates and Fancy Can dies. The best quality ever of- fered to the trade. Free sam ples every day. Clarke Bros, 30o N. 20th street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24
Christmas Entertainme nts.

The children of the Ensley kindergarten gave a Christmas tree and entertainment at 10 o'clock this morning and suspended for the holidays.
 The tree was beautifully decorated with articles made by the children. Each child received a nice present
 The Sunday school of the First Pres byterian church will give their annual Christmas entertainment at the Presby- terian hall on the lot adjoining the church Friday evening. good programme has been arranged for the occasion
 The Sunday school of St. Johns Episco- pal church will hold their annual Christ mas tree on Friday evening at 7:st o'clock.
 The Christmas tree and exercises of the Cumberland Presbyterian church will be given Friday evening at 7:30 o'clock al the church.
 The Baptist Sunday school exercises and Christmas tree will be Saturday even- ing at 7:5O o'clock
 The Elks Christmas entertainment and Christmas tree will be given Saturday afternoon. The distribution of presents will begin at o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24

have been engaged in the manufacture of fire apparatus for the past 20 years. It has. capacity for l5,0o0 feet of hose, and while built more for power than for speed 1t averages about 35 miles an hour.
 It has a steel frame and girders and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24
WaItina for Orders.

Colon, December 2S.-The marines are still on board the United States auxiliary cruiser Prairie, waiting for Surther orders.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24

PILES CURED IN q TO IA DAYS PAZO OINTMENT is guaranteed to cure any case of Itching. Blind, Bleeding or Protruding Piles in to If days or money refunded. 50c.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24
Police Aid Widow.

Chief of Police J. C. Jordan was notified this morning that a Mrs Davis who lives in Wylam, whose husband died a short time ago leaving her with six children of tender years. was in destitute circum- stances. The chief investigated the case and found the woman needy and worthy in every respect. The police department took the matter mp among themselves and Officers Henry White and Andy Remaxs voluntarily took up d collection for the widow and orphans. They met with a most liberal response and many articles of clothing, groceries. fuel. etc., were sub scribed. as well as a nice sum of money. The act was one of generous impulse and reflects much credit on the kindness of the guardians of the peace"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-24
Personal and General,

Perry NJ. Levis has returned ffom Tus- caloosa. where he is attending the upi-
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1909-06-10
MAKING SUNSHINE.

1t Is often Found In Pure Food.
The improper selection OF :ood
drives many healthy person into the
depths of despairing illness Indeed.
most sickness comes from wong food
and just so surely as that is the case
right food will make the sun shine
once more.
Mass, says: I'm October. I was taken
sick and went to bed, losing AZ pounds
in about so days. ] had doctor after
doctor, food hurt me and / had to live
almost entirely on magnesia aud soda.
All solid food distressed me so that
water would run out CT my mouth in
little streams.
II had terrible night sweats and my
Doctor finally said 1 had consumption
ara must die. My good wife gave up
all hope. We were ar Old Orchard,
Me-, at that time and my wife saw
Grape-Nuts in a grocery there. She
bought some and persuaded me to try
ii.
please her. To my surprise il die not
distress me as all other food had cone
and before 1 had taken the fifth pack
age l was well on the mend. The pains
left my head, my mind became clearer
and | gained weight rapidly.
Il went back to nay work again and
now after six weeks use of the food
am better and stronger than ever be-
fore in my life. Grape-Nuts surely
saved my life and made me a strong
hearty man, 10 pounds heavier than
before | was taken sick.
Both my good wife and 1 are will
Ing to make affidavit to the truth OF
this"
Read THE Road to MELVILLE In
pkgs There's a Reason"
Ever read the above letter? A
new one appears from time to time.
They are genuine, true. and full Of
human interest.