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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29
HALL0WELL;
Relief Corps Installation
RA' Chapter Inspection.
Ne|sonita, phebon B. and Prince
Gothard Win Ice Races.
Premium Coupons Call Some Par
ties to the Federal Court.

The races booked for yesterday after
noon on the Kennebec Driving Clubs ice
track We're not as enthusiastic as that
of one week ago. The rising tide and
overflow therefrom left the course in
any thing but a pleasant condition. Both
the horses and horsemen were tardy in
their undertakings, though some fine
running was witnessed.
Harry Lee of Augusta was in his place
as starter; Will Currier of Augusta was
timer, Warren Wilkins and Henry Nc
Causland of Winthrop and I. S. Sabine
of Augusta were the judges. The summa-
reS:
FREE OR-ALL-ONE-THIRD MILE.
Nelsonita q. NJ Nichols). ...........1 /
Trixey S. (Warren Malcolm). ......2 2 2
Rex Wilkes IS. T. Stilkey). 8 s
Time-.43 IA, As. "A.
UNMARKED PAGERS = ONE-THIRD
MILE.
Phebon B. &c. B. Stackpole).. 1 1
Bayard M; Ga. NJ. SpringeD ......2 2 l 2
Fred M. Wilkes CMilroO. ........3 8 dr.
Time-.44, As, As II.
MATCHED RACES-QUARTER MILE.
Prince Gothard oscar Andersom....1 1
Gill Curry Will Knowles). ...........4 .
Lady Yolande Drank Wellman)..... 3
Club Drank harrington. ...........2 DIR
Time-.45 1-2, Al, AT.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29
SIDNEY.

WFST-The marriage of Mrs. Mary
L. Swift and Rev. Francis Grovenor Of
Augusta took place Wednesday at her
home on the Pond road. the ceremony
being performed by Rev. G. d.
Holmes Of Lewiston. presiding elder Of
the Augusta district. Those of the i'm
mediate family to attend were Mrs. H.
P. Lowell, daughter Of the groom, and
DAUGHTER, Marguerite, Mrs. Lillian
Swift and son Maurice. Refreshments
were served. Mr.. and Mrs. Grovenor
will reside at West Sidney for the
present
The friends here of Mrs Frank Nor
rison of I.akeshore are pleased to know
that she is a little better
DR.. e. P. Fish of Waterville was
called here Thursday to see Mrs. Ed
win Trask.
The quarantine has been raised from
the homes of VIM. Blaisdell and Miss
Ellen Lyons.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29
Summoned Before Federal Court.

A furry Of excitement was caused yes
terday among some of the merchants who
have been dealing in the premium cou-
pons, when United States Deputy Mar
shall w. S. Hasty of Portland, armed
with summons, called upon a number of
them to appear before the United States
court at Portland Wednesday, Feb g.
Certain of these coupons are alleged to
be in violation of the postal laws as
well as the Maine State laws. These
coupons were issued as early as last No
vember but when our merchants discov-
cred their real intent they at once took
steps to undo what they had nnocently
undertaken, but it was not until after
Rev. N. n. Pringle had complained to the
postoffice department. An inspector Wis
tied the city and secured the evidence
with the result as herein noted. The
offending parties will enter their appear
ance and await results
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

'The Siege of the Salvation Army
Against SIM is the name which has
been given by the higher officers of the
army to the efforts which are being
nut forward at this time. Next week is
'Drunkar6s' week." and the work OF
the army throughout the country Will
be bent especially to the retaining
of those who are the victims OF lntoX-
ication Drunkards' week Will extend
from Jan. 81 to Feb. 6, and it is the
purpose of Captain and Mrs. A. A,
Biyans of the Gardiner Corps OF the
Salvation Army to attack the enemy
in it's own camp and capture many
prisoners and free them from the bonds
of slavery
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

The Gardiner Band, assisted by a num-
Der of clever artists, presented an anna
teur minstrel show in the Home Opera
house last evening which was enjoyed by
all. Stanley H. Ham, formerly of the New
York Minstrels. directed the production
and much praise is due him. The parts
We're all well taken and everything went
off vefy smoothly. The olio. consisting of
sketches, double quartet, dancing. from
hone quartet and musical specialties of
all kinds, made a hit with the veterans.
THE Girl in Blue" seemed to be the
feature. 1t was in two scenes, thu solo
being sung by Frank Anderson and the
chorus by Is young ladies in brilliant
costume.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

town, where he was held in universal
respect. Five children. Henry, Herbert
L. and Mrs. John Blodgett, all of Pitts
ton, Daniel A. of New Hampshire and
Mrs. Henry Hunt of Augusta, also 20
grandchildren survive. The funeral was
held Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 81
Rev. f. S. Gahan officiating. Music
Vas furnished by a quartet composed
Of Minnie Marson, Mr.. and Mrs. Lewis
Huey and Myra Huey The bearers
We're w. S. Cleaves H. H. Cary, A. NJ.
Stilphen and w. S. Stilphen. The IN
terment was at Whitefield
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

The Business Mems Jubilee, which
will be held at the Coliseum March a.,
promises to be one of the most sue
cessful events of it's kind that have
been neld i'll Gardiner for some time.
A large and competent committee is
now engaged in soliciting the bus
mess men of the city and others in
torested in the work, and when the
affair come off there will be very
many things that are new. and novel
for the delight of those who attend.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29
Toniaht,s Concers.

March-"If Time Was Money I'd Be. a
Millionaire Smith
Overture-Dramatic Fobio Romantic,
ISemann
Neapoltan Rural Dance, Isemann
Selections from THE Pirate of PenZance"
Sullivan
Humoristic Jig Dance-The Phantomine
Clown, Isemann
Musical Buresque-Wagner viz Verde,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29
James w. Somers.

James w. Somers passed away in the
hospital here very suddenly yesterday
morning. Mr.. Somers was born in Phil
adelphia, Pa, Oct. IA, 1884, and was an
upholsterer. He enlisted in Co. A, oath
U. S. Colored Troops, at Camden, n. j.,
Jan. 49, 1865 and was mustered out at
Richmond, Va, Oct. l, 1865. He was adj
mitted to this Branch from Boston Jan.
49, 1909
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29
Miss Emma Morse.

Miss Emma Morse died "Wednesday
Of the home of her sister, Mrs. N. G.
True of Iitohfield, aged So years. me
f,,nera1 will be held at 11.S0 A. NJ. Fri
dav. and the remains will be taken 10
pit+sfeld Saturday morning for inter
ment. Rev. Leroy w. Coohs u
gusta will ofticiate.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

day evening. a class of several candi-
dates was Initiated. The drill of the
Sunbonnet Babies, which attracted so
much favorable comment at the last
meeting Of the Grange, was presented
and added very much to the interest
OF the evenings program. Musical and
literary numbers were also given.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

The funeral of the late Cyrus A. Sturdy
will be held from the Home chapel at 2
o'clock this afternoon, Rev. H. S. Bur-
rage officiating. Capt Odlum will COM
mand the escort. Cutler Post, G. A. r.,
will attend in body.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

of heart trouble yesterday afternoon. He
had returned from his dinner and was
doing in his chair in the card room over
the offices when taken DR.. Sampson was
called as quickly as possible and Mr.
Vaughan removed to the hospital for
treatment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29
NOT NECESSARILY FATAL
Harold Re DoIey Of Raymond Attenps
Stioide at Portland.

Portland. Me-. Jan. 2S-A young nan
named Harold II. Dolley. aged y ,t-
'cnlptel suicide in a local hotel g..
iSht by shooting. TIL pistol was 4 -
harged in the mouth. but the bul,,t
vent through the cheek and the wound
u mot necessarily fatal. The young
man belongs in Raymond. this county
IL has been studying law here. De
snondency is given as the cause of tn
iced.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

5. w. Talbot began growing his ice
neld above the bridge Thursday and
.Els morning will begin cutting ice
Down river, at Berry and 1ceboro, the
american Ice Co. crews put in good
uav work Thursday. The ice was of
q very good quality and from 131s to
"a inches thick.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Adoniram Council, No. IL. r. and S.
NJ" was inspected Thursday evening by
Convers Leach of Portland. There was
large attendance of members. Inc
three degrees We're conferred on two
candidates. and after the ceremonies
refreshments We're served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

The Cobbossee Athletic Club Will
hold its "Open" night this evening at
the club rooms. All members are re-
qucsted to be present and to prins
lady as well as gentlemen frlehds.
Dancing will commence at 7.3O.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29
Mcpherson FuIIum,

J. A. Mcpherson and Addie r. Full
lum, beth of this city, were united in
marriage Monday evening, Feb %, by
Rev. Charles L. Beals. They will re-
side upon Greenville street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Mrs. Marcia Graham, Mrs. Elmer Cum
mings, Miss Annie Lawton and Miss
Maud Parsons have been elected by the
Y. p. S. c. f. delegates to the Christian
Endeavor convention. which will meet
this afternoon at Hallowell.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

The Sons of Veterans anticipate
grand good time at their Ladies' Night
meeting Wednesday evening, Feb. B.
The entertainment committee Will
meet at DR.. Cobb's office, at r. M.
sharp Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Ralph White has entered Peaslees
store. Randolph. as clerk. Mr.. Whi'e
is well known in this vicinity, having
formerly been employed In the same
store.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

A delegation from Danforth Lodge,
No. 119. n. e. @. p, went to Augusta
Thursday evening to be present at the
intpection/of Kennebec Lodge OF Au-
gusta by Deputy J. w. Jones and stan
of this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Gen. Joseph S. Smith of Bangor, the To-
cal manager, is at the Home on official
business, arriving here yesterday morn
ing.
James C. Harding of Pittsfield Mass,
engineer, was at the Home yesterday on
business connected with the new sewage
plant.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

George Welsh of Manchester, Ct, late
Co. A, Loudown County Rangers Virgin
ia Cav, and Sumner Lincoln of Medford,
Mass, late Co. l., 9th r. l. Inf, We're
admitted to the Home yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

A. f. Lewis is making extensive re-
pairs to the interior of the Randolph
hotel the renovations consisting of new
hardwood floors and other improve
montS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

The metropolitan Market, III. H. King
& Son, are reaching for 4 big trade
as will be seen when you read lheii
aC. of low prices. Gardiner mousse
keepers are being highly favored.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

John r. Hume returned yesterday from
furlough in Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Tho cora;ror Papd Ministries went
to the National Home Thursday even
ing to give their show. A large num-
Der of Gardiner people went with them
to witness the repetition of the success
recently scored in the bands home
civ
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

George Murphy, who has been III
the employ of the Peaslee grocery
store, Randolph, has resigned his po-
sition, and will on Monday open
grocery store at No. 100 Water street.
Randolph, on the corner of Windsor
Street
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29
GARDINER.
Cobbossee Athletic Club
Will Entertain Tonight.
Salvation Army Planning for
Campaign Against Drinking
Many Items Of Social, Personal and
Business Nature Gathered.

T.. Fl. Dunning and sister, Miss car
RE Cunning, will go to Richmond to-
day to attend the funeral of the late
c. i. Watts.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Jerry Preble was injured Monday night
while at work at the roundhouse, re-
ceiving severe strains to his back anG
side.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Cyrus A. Sturdy. who died at the hospi-
tai at the National Home last Tuesday,
was the husband of Mrs. Hattie Sturdy
of this city, a tmber of the John B.
Hubbard National Relief Corps. The fu-
neral will take place from the home at .
o'clock today. Many members of the
corps will attend
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

The funerals of the late Isaac w. Drink
water and the late Edward G. Catlin We're
held in the Home chapel at 2 o'clock
yesterday afternoon, Rev. H. S. Bur-
rage officiating.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

A full orchestra will ofticiate at the
initiation of Gardiner Lodge, NO. y, l.
O. o. F., next Thursday evening. so
jcurnng brothers are invited to be
present
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29
Daniel Thompson.

Daniel Thompson died Friday after
noon. Jan. %, at his home in Plttston'
aged 30 years. He was born IN rus.
ton and was a lifelong resident OF that
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Mr. Clifford, the local ice man, began
scraping the ice Thursday preparatory to
cutting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Edwin F. Stone, late Co. G, 10th, and
Co. K, Goth Me. Inf, has been granted an
honorable discharge from the Home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Mrs. Charles Jackson of Plttston mas
gone to Augusta. where she underwent
surgical treatment at the City nospi-
tai. She was doing as we'll as could
be expected when word was last re-
ceiyed from her.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Lawrence Brothers resumed operations
Monday morning, after seven-Weeks
shutdown for repairs. etc. 1t will seem
good to hear a mill whistle once again
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

County Commissioner Will Haley is
moving this week from Pittston to lis
farm on the Thurlow road.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Joseph A. Curtis, who has been passing
an extended furlough with friends in
Providence, reported yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

William McLane left yesterday on a
furlough to Lowell.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

John H. Whiting of Wrentham, Mass,
late Co. H, Sd Mass. H. A, formerly a
member, has been readmitted to this
Branch.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Dan Thurlow has been at home for a
week with bad cold. His son Clyde has
take his place on the milk team.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Fred S. Brett, late Co. Z, LIST Me. Inf
Spanish War;, has been dishonorably
discharged from this Branch.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

ST Matthew's church choir rehearsal
in the vestry at 7-3o this evening. A full
attendance is desired.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

The new steel roof being put on the
Opera house by Contractor +. A. Doe of
Amesbury, Mass, is nearing completion.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Parker Metzler came home Wednesday
from a two-months trip to Bellows Falls,
VT, and Greenfield, Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Mrs. Herbert Alger went Saturday
to Lewiston where Mr.. Alger has
been employed for several months.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Tonight dance and moving pictures,
Wilson hall, Hallowell. Music by Lee S
Orchestra.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

James w. Vaughan, janitor of head
quarters, was stricken with a bad attack
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Miss Ethel Jones entertained her
schoolmate, Miss Edna Smith, over
Wednesday night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29
FARMINGDALE.

Alfred McCausland lost one of his
team horses Tuesday. The animal was
sick only a few hours.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

ging camps where he has been clerking
for couple Of months.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29
NATIONAL HOME.
Gen. J. S. Smith Makes
An Official Visit.
Janitor J. ". Vaughan Suffers
Attack Of Heart Trouble.
Death Of James ". Somers...Con.
cert Program--.0ther Items.

Officer of the day, Capt. George a. L.
Snow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

gardiner Lodge, No. $50, A. B. S.,
ned we'll attended meeting Thurs
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1909-01-29

Joe Proctor is at home from the woods,
called by the sickness of his wife.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1909-07-18
Woman Is An "Uncle "
AndLands in Brig =
Lester Davis, The Pawnbroker of Goat
island Is Court Martialed

ALLIANCE the
yoman of the United
thing be This the dicum
Commander
pe by sumar aboshn fourishing
Davis island
Davis has been deprived rapidly
loan enterprise That The
idly kicking modify
what will be martial
which
While Davis complaining accorded him his superior
his shpmates complaining bitterly methods which
congratulatng
that his before them
small training station fallen
o money
authority
all collection pledged onhscated without
of his punishment determined
qualifying
Immediately Uncle
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1909-07-18
WRIGHT GUIDES HIS AIRSHIP
THROUGH SUCCESSFUL FLIGHT

WASHINGTON, July 17.-After many
mishaps, the new Wright aeroplane to-
day successfully navigated the air.
Making the best record for Wright
brothers machine since the accident
last fall. the aeroplane. guided by Or
vile Wright and travelling at a speed
appFoximating As miles an hour at a
height of from IS to 80 feet, remained
in the air 1914 minutes, when the avn
ator decided to alight, having encircled
the drill grounds at Fort Myer 15%
times. The descent was made without
difficulty. At all times the machine
was under perfect control. The condi-
tions for a fight We're ideal.
The first attempt to fly was a failure
On the second attempt the aeroplane
gently rose to height of between SIS
and 80 feet. There was a moment of
suspense, but when the crowd wit
messed the first turn a great cheer went
up.
Having regained confidence in himself
and his machine, Orville Wright settled
himself down for a long flight. After
plotting the ship around the drill
grounds OF the fort for distance of
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1909-07-18

nearly IL miles. the descent was made
without mishap.
orvilie stated he had noticed the
bearings of the motor were becoming
heated and he did not wish to take
any chances in remaining up longer
New Airship Makes Record
MINEOLA, L. L. July IA climax
to tfe. aeroplane flights Glenn H. Cur
tiss has been making at Hampstead
Plains, L. l., with increased success
came today when he sent his flyer 24.7
miles in 50 minutes and 80 seconds
and qualified as the first candidate for
the cup offered by the Scientific Ameri-
can.
This flight is not only Curtiss' best.
but is the longest made with an aero
plane in America this year.
Curtiss came to earth today barely
within the required distance of 1913
meters from the starting point, but the
judges decided that ne had complied
with all the terms of the competition.
The fight wes witnessed by 1000 per-
sons. At times his speed increased TO
As miles an hour, but the average for
the whole distance was 2s1 miles an
hour.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1909-07-18
SHAH OF PERSIA DECLINES
TO BE TOLD OF DOWNFALL
Refuses to Receive Deputation
at Russian Legation

TEHERAN. Persia, July 17.-Mo-
named Ali, the dethroned shah, who is
now in the Russian summer legation.
has declined to receive deputation to
inform him of his deposition. Sipaha-
dar and Sardarasad the leaders in the
nationalist movement, sent a telegram
to the British and Russian legations
last night, requesting them to fix a
time when his majesty may receive a
deputation notifying him of the change
of sovereigns.
The former shah replied this morn
ing through the legation, saying that,
having taken refuge in the Russian le-
cation. he had abdicated; therefore, he
did not wish to receive deputation
sent to inform him of the fact.
Mohamed Ali probably will depart
shortly for Russia. 1t is believed that
the queen is DESTROYS of accompanying
the former. shah, taking with her the
crown prince, the newly proclaimed
shah.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1909-07-18
WOMAN GAGGED
ANDBFATFNON
AN[[KS' TRAIN
Mrs. Myers of Jersey City Is
Found Bound on Rear Plat
form of Special
Assailant Throws Razor on
Floor and Eludes Pursuers
at Paso Robes
Especial Dispatch TO The Call

PASo ROBES, July 17.-Bound
hand and foot, with gag In her
mouth and several cuts on her face,
Mrs. Myers, the wife of a member of
the Jersey City lodge of EIks, was
found on the rear platform of a coach
of the Elks' special at an early hour
this morning a short while after the
train pulled out OF this city. Mrs.
Myers was struck down by an uniden-
titled insane man and the police, assist
ed by a posse, is securing the hills for
the brute.
Mrs. Myers was discovered by one
of the train porters. AS he bent to
leaped past him, tearing mask from
his face and yelling at the top of his
voice. An effort was made to capture
the man, but he succeeded In jumping
off the step of the coach and sprang in
the brush.
The fugitive threw razor to the
floor of the coach just before he ieaped
off the steps. Word was sent to the
police of Paso Robes and a posse was
organized. The police and those who
saw the man on the train believe he
was a maniac.
The victim of the affair was not seri-
ously injured, although she did need
the services of a physician. Upon
searching for her handbag Mrs. Myers
discovered that it was missing and it is
believed that the man stole the bag in
which was purse containing SIS and
some jewelry-
The wounds on Mrs. Myers face are
believed to have been inflicted by some
blunt instrument. She was also struck
on the head, the blow cutting her scalp
slightly.