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The Detroit times., 1910-04-09

RELIABLE lady wishes place as cook
on boat. 70 Wight
The Detroit times., 1910-04-09

WASHING and cleaning by the da.
129 Sixth-st. Mrs. III.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-02-23
SPARKS FROM MAINE WIRES.

At the fourth quarterly conference
of the High st. Methodist church, Au-
burn, held Monday evening the pas
tor. Rev. F. L. Hayward, stated that
he would ask to be released at the end
of the conference year. He has been
pastor of the church for the past four
years. He said that he believed that
he had been at the Auburn church for
the proper time and that more good
would probably be accomplished by
having a new man and allowing him
to continue in other fields. This an
rounceYnent came as a great surprise
to the members of the church.
Ernest Hunter Of Lewiston, serving
an 11-morths sentence in Auburn Jail
for larceny at Lisbon Falls, escaped
from the workshop where he was
trusty. Monday evening. He has not
been heard from since. Hunter drives
the team for Manager Furbush of the
Auburn Heel & Leather Co. and has
been one of the TRUSTEES. He has slept
in the boiler house with one of the
other prisoners and the fireman. He
disappeared Monday evening at about
7.3O o'clock. He was about 25 years
old, weighed about $50 pounds and was
smooth faced. He was sentenced by
Justice Spear at the September term
and had about six months more to
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-02-23
And Method Of Handling
To Be Investigated
By International Commission on
The 81. John River.
Commissions Scope Enlarged to
Include Such Matters.

Calais, Me-. Feb. 22.-The interna-
tional commission, authorized to inves-
tigate conditions and uses of the st.
John river, met here this afternoon
and will take testimony on how logs
are handled on the ST. Croix river,
which forms part of the boundary
zine between Canada and the United
states, without a conflict between the
lumber operators of both sides Of the
linee. The hearings probably will last
levrral days.
The commission was created for the
sole purpose of defining the terms OF
the Ashburton treaty of 1872 insofar
as they relate to the use of the st.
John river, but recently its scope has
been broad6ncd so that it now Is en-
powered to inquire into the possibili-
ties OF storage and conservation OF the
waters of the St. John river, 10th In
Maire and New brunswick.
The commissioners decided to con-
inc this afternoons session to simply
out!i"ivg n plan for the hearings and
10 hold the first business meeting to-
morrow morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-02-23
Pythian Jubilee
Tuesday at Saco.

Saco, Me-, Feb. 22.-The competitive
degree work one Of the features Of tho
Western Maine jubilee Of the knights
of Pythias which began here today,
was still in progress at late hour 70.
night A number of degree teams from
the lodges in the western section OF
the State competed. II was expected
that the competition. which began 1t
7.S0 P. NJ, would not be concluded I'm.
til after A. M
Nearly 1900 people came to the city
today for the occasion. They found
everything decorated for their recep.
ton. A heavy snow storm. however.
interfered with out-of- door plans and
it was necessary to call of the parade
intended for this evening. During the
day a public meeting was held at
which nearly 1000 persons were IN. at.
tendance.
Several speeches were made during
intermissions in the competitive degree
work. Among the speakers were eu.s
preme Vice Chancellor George M. HAM
sen, second highest Of the Pythiah Of
ficers in this country: Supreme Rep
resentative Edward C. Plummef Of
Bath and Grand Chancellor Joseph r,
Hatch Of Damariscotta. j
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-02-23
Pending Investigation Of
Belfast Stabbing Affair.
Coroner Begins Inquest Into
Death Of Mrs. Harriet French.
Police Secure knife Said TO Have
Inflicted the Death Wound.

Belfast, Me-, Feb. 22-Off1cial inyes-
tlgation into the killing late last night
OF Mrs. Harriet French during a quar-
rel in which she was stabbed near the
heart was begun today by Coroner
Charles r. Coombs of this city and
County Attorney Hodgdon G. Buzzeli
of Searsport.
Ira Grady, the Islesboro blacksmith.
who was arrested after being men,
toned by Mrs. French when asked who
inflicted the wound, and Sydney Ben
nett, who also was detained as he was
known to have been in the house short
ly after the stabbing, were still in GUS
tody today. pending the decision Of
the coroner's jury which was ordered
to meet at 100 o'clock this afternoon
to view the body and listen to the re-
port of physicians who performed an
autopsy on the body. No action will be
taken in court until after the coroner's
inquest. 8. t-r.
After organizing and viewing the
body the coroner's jury adjourned un-
til p. NJ. tomorrow. when witnesses
will he examined. The performing, Of
the autopsy was delayed until this az
ternoon..
Tie police have secured common
white-handled jackknife with Two
blades taken from Grady's clothing
and alleged to have been used to IN
flict the wound which caused death.
1t developed today that Mrs. French
and her first husband. who lives at
East Belfast, were divorced and that
she was married three years ago TO
Elbridge Thomas, fisherman. She
Yves more commonly known, however,
as Mrs. French. as her second husband
las heen absent from the city most OF
the time, being engaged in coast fish
ing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-02-23
A Good HAUL
Thieves Steal Va|uab|es
From Brunswick Home.
Over $1,000 Worth Of Jewels
And Cash Are Taken.
Thefts Thought to Have Covered
Period OF Several Weeks.

brunswick, Ne. Feb. 22-(SpeciaD.-
The fact was discovered today that
over $1,000 worth of jewelry and other
valuahles had been stolen from the
The vaiuables are believed to have
been taken a few at time, the thefts
| extending over a period of several
weeks. Although money had previously
been missed from Capt. Skolfeld' s
desk, il was not suspected that any
| thing else had been stolen until today,
when Mrs. Skolield missed pair Of
diamond earrings. An immediate inves-
| tigation disclosed the fact that her
jewel case had been entirely emptied
and that other articles of value had
been taken.
| AS soon as it was learned that the
jewels were missing the police was at
once notified and tonight Chief of Po-
lice Colby sent out broadcast descrip-
lions of the moro valuable of the miss
ing articles. together With an offer of
500 for their recovery and the apprc-
hension of TIE thief or thieves. The ar
ticles taken We're not frequently used,
which fact accounts for the theft not
being discovered earlier.
The more important of the articles
taken include a pair of diamond ear
rings, the diamonds weighing from IL
to ~ carats, mounted in plain Tiffany
settings; a pair of Australian gold
filigree earrings with red stones and a
pattern Of gold leaves, an Australian
gold brooch with gold leaf pattern to
match the earrings. lady's gold watch
chain, a gold ring with an old-fash-
toned setting, a diamond in the center
and rubies on each side; ring with
a small Brazilian diamond a lady's
French watch, the case bearing the in
scription "France Humane Society CT
Havre, France" and a gents gold fob
chain with blue stone with gold veins
and with shackles set with blue
stones in the center
The last two articles are of especial
value to Capt. Sheffield from sentl-
mental standpoint. The watch was
presented by the French Humane Soci-
ETY. and the fob by the underwriters
for his excellent seamanship in bring
ing his ship safely into Havre after
the stem had been blown out during a
terrific storm. Many smaller pieces OF
jewclry and a considerable amount of
money are also missing. Although no
arrests have been made the police have
two suspects under surveillance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-02-23
E,ton's Spanish Steamer
Seems Mere Myth.
n Is Still at The Newbury-
po,t Life Saving Station.
mn Leave Today for Boston and
Take Rabbit With Him.

Boston, Feb. 22.-John Eaton of Lit
-. neer Isle, Me-, perpetrator OF such
marine hoax as has seldom been i'm
aossd upon the life saving and rev.
pnsa cutter service, tonight still en-
,a.,ad he'd and board at the Newbury-
uo,t life saving station. His Spanish
r,aomer in distress, existing only in
,',s ina eiuation, doubtless tossed heav-
~. nm IN his dreams, rather than on the
ssas off Cape Ann. Like the Flying
nu,chman" it eluded the search of
.he revenue cutter Gresham today
svsr az it did that of two tugs yester-
dav The Gresham now has abandoned
the search.
I raton's two days of enjoyment of
.,o hearty food and inviting bed at the
Nowburyport life saving station viii!
bs ended tomorrow. He announced to-
dav that he and his little pet rabbit,
which he brought with him from the
"s,eamer" are to go to Boston tomor-
row.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-02-23
loDlY's JOURNAL CONTENTS
Page One.

Page One.
TELEGRAPH-No Actual Change in
Parliamentary Situation. but Opposition
Sees the Folly of Drastic Action and
VIII Not Antagonize Ministry TOO
Strongy-A Maine Hoax; Eatons Span
lsh Steamer Seems Mere Mytn-St.
Srolx Logs and Method of Handling 70
Be NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. 600 Union Men Await
strike Order Only 500 Out of 1900 Cars
Running in Philadelphia.
Page Two.
TELEGRAPH
Page Three.
TELEGRAPH
Page Four.
/ SPORTING-Wolgast Wins from Nell
son IN 10th Round-Other Boxing ana
Ssseball News-Ice Races at Lewiston.
Page Five.
IsfATE-Famous Brunswick House
rome OF Uncle Toms Cabin"-kenne-
pec ana Penobscot County News.
Page Six.
,EDlTORIAL-Editorial Maine Gossip,
s rIess Comments. Humor and Miscella-
neons Notes
Page Seven.
syCkASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENT
m snted, To Let, For Sale, Real Estate.
u.s. ~ Found, Business Cards, Railroads
snd Steamboats,.
~ ~ Page Eight.
pmvCAL AND TELEGRAPH-Met
CCsso.nefhood Holds Banquet-Red Men
Eae,se Oticers-Plans for X. of z.
b--as'er Ball-CouEty News.
Page Nine.
Na"ocAI. AND GENERAL-State House
WasSS.fermanent Masonic Memorial for
~ NSnington Proposed-Sagadahoc Coun-
Page Ten.
hnr,, NaL-Funeral of Late Geo. W. Pills
Nnss-- Amusements-Local Briefs-County
Page Eleven.
.. LGAL-Noting Contest to Close Feb
Cuhetail Market Prices-Local Briefs
nnra 'y Nsws-Death of Stephen c. Whit
'iofe of Brunswick.
Page Twelve.
TELEGRAPH
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-02-23

BOSTON. Feb. 22-The "phantom'
snanish steamer from which John Fat
IN of Deer Isle, Me-, claimed to have
landed on Salisbury beach yesterday IN
order TO secure assistance, was still IN
the "Flying Dutchman" class at 10 A.
NJ today. The revenue cutter Gresham
had secured the ocean between cape
AM, and Portsmouth without hndlhs
!. Sdy trace Of her.
Eaton walked into Newburyport yes
terdav noon apparently much ex-
Ahausted, with a tale that gave MN
(, food and lodging and sent revenue cut
,fers and couple of tugs flying out Oh
1y6erent harbors to the aid of steam
or which he said was short of coal and
full of sickness. His story held good
for many hours, principally for the
reason that the weather off shore was
thick and any sort of craft might
have heen behind the blanket OF the
haze. But after the life savers at the
Newhuryport station had mnistered 10
the material wants of the alleged mar
iner they found many discrepancles
In his yarn. Several ''Old salts could
not calculate how a steamer with $500
tons of coal on board and burning 10
tons an hour could get down to swept
bunkers" In a run up the coast from
Cuba. Again they were unable to hg-
ure out how vessel under power
bound into New York from the south
ward had been able to drift around
Cape Cod in the fine clear weather or
the past week without being sighted.
Eaton was not quite so sure of his
ypsterdey's tale, in today's morning
llkht, and there was a strong DISPOSE
ton In Newburyport to make him
walk. Spanish" with the same freedom
That he talked the foreign language
yesterday.
4 wireless dispatch from the Ores
ham at 10 A. NJ. stated that she was 20
miles northeast of Cape Ann and that
the search for the steamer had proved
innayaiing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-02-23

Edward Dridgbam of Bridgton, who
was engaged recently by Supt. Tilton
OF Bangor to fill the vacancy caused
by the leave OF absence granted to Mr.
Eaton of the High school. on account
Of Illness. has been obliged to give w
the position. Charles Lester Harris OF
Detroit has been engaged in his place
Mr.. ltarris is a graduate Of Bates Col
lnge, Finishing his course there last
June. Since that time he has been
princinal Of the High school at Deer
Isle, and comes to the High school well
ronOr- m nted.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-02-23
LEROY PERCY WINS
Mississippi Senatorial Nomination by
Five Votes Over Vardaman.

Jackson, Miss, Feb. 22.-Leroy Percy
of Greenville was chosen United States
senator from Mississippi tonight, on
the 4Sth ballot of the Democratic eau
Gus. His majority was five votes over
Former Governor Nardaman. The
nomination is equivalent to election
All the other candidates save Percy
and Vardaman withdrew from the con-
test
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-02-23

Baltimore, Feb. 22-The two power
full railroad labor organizations, the
Order of Railway Conductors and the
Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen,
which have undertaken to secure a
general increase of the wage scale for
all employees in those branches of the
service on the principal lines in the
eastern part of the United States and
in Canada have suffered repulse at the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-02-23
The B. & O. Flatly Refuses
To Grant Employees Demands,

very Inauguration of its better-pay
campaign.
Three weeks Of negotiations with the
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad among the
first to be approached in the matter,
ended today when the company through
President Daniel Willard declined to
accede to the demands Of the organ
ization, the company's position being
CONTINUED on Page Twelve.)
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-02-23
Mayor HYDE, Bath, Renominated.

Bath. Me-, Feb 22-Mayor John S
Hyde, Republican. tonight was re-
nominated by the Democrats of the
city at their annual mayoralty caucus
The denomination was unanimous.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-02-23
THE WEATHER
FAIR AND GOLFER.

Washington. Feb 22.-Forccast for
New England: Fair and colder
Wednesday and Thursday; moderate
west and northwest winds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-02-23
Boston Forecast.

Boston, Feb. 22.-Forecast: Fair
and colder "Wednesday ard Thursday.
Light to brisk westerly winds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-02-23
1904
1oc. CIGAR.

10c. CIGAR.
!. "A sentieman's smoke. Now outsells all
~ competitors. Factory. Manchester. N.
Evening journal., 1910-12-15

has been made assistant matron at the
New Castle County Hospital.
81. Pauls Episcopal Sunday school
IN Georgetown has elected MinOs
Short secretary and Miss Margaret
Layton treasurer.
Charles B. Marsh, of Georgetown,
went to his stable yesterday morning,
and found that the family COW had
presented him with twin calves.
Falling into a ditch while walking
from his farm after dark, Councilman
George Hatfield, of Georgetown, broke
wrist in two places.
A contest was begun at Dover yes
terday over the will Of Isabella Dun
lap, of West Dover. who left an estate
valued at between $4,000 and $4,000.
Objection was made to the proof of
the will and the hearing was con-
tinued by Register Spruance until De-
cember 90.
DR.. A. Il. Frantz. secretary Of the
State Board Of Health, yesterday pro-
ceeded out into the Delaware Bay
where he fumigated the sloop Rosie
English, Captain Earle, and suspend
ed her. operations on the Delaware
oyster beds for awhile. An oyster
man with smallpox had escaped from
another vessel and boarded the Earle,
where he is now recovering.
Evening journal., 1910-12-15
SHIPPERS CROWD
EXPRESS COMPANY

Special to THE EVENING JOURNAL.
DOVER, Del, Dec. 15.-The Adams
Express Company is making a record
run on its Dover business this holi-
day season, through the efforts and
ability of Agent Daniel NJ. Ridgely.
Mr.. Ridgely's courteous treatment Of
the patrons of the company has caus-
ed the business to increase here, and
especially since he has been circulat-
ing the before-Christmas requests of
the officials of his company, that
shoppers and shippers send out their
Christmas boxes and parcels early
this week, If possible, to avoid the
Christmas Day congestion. Mr.. Ridge
ly has a big supply of the pastors
"Do Not Open Until Christmas -
which he distributes to all shippers
so that the Christmas gifts may reach
their destination in good time but will
not be opened until Christmas morn
ing, thus losing none of their elements
OF surprise and charm.
Evening journal., 1910-12-15
bis hat was riddled with shot.

his hat was riddled with shot.
The women of the Acorn Club will
give masquerade in their club room
on Thursday evening
The snow storms of the past week
have caused the advance in price of
eggs. Last week they were sold at
30 cents per dozen and the merchants
had an abundant supply on hand. To-
day they are offering 4S cents cash Of
So cents in trade and the supply is
short.
The Rev. w. o. Hurst, pastor of
the st. Johns NJ. K. Church here, has
Notified the official board Of his in
tention to ask for change at the
next session of conference.
lsodore stepheny is spending some
time in Baltimore.
Miss Ethel Warfield Donoho, who
has been spending some time with DR..
and Mrs. A. p Donoho, at Merchant
Vile, n. j., has returned home.
/. w. X. Handy has moved to Will
mingtOn.
Mrs. Isodore Stepheny and son Van
Leer. will leave to-day for Statesville
n. c., to spend the Christmas holi-
days.
II Kirby, who for many years has
been farming near here, moved with
his family to South Norfolk, Va, this
week.
Joseph II. Cox and Linden NJ. Daw-
son spent several days in Norfolk, Va,
this week.
Thomas N Rawlins was in Dova-
this week, transacting some business.
Miss Maude Ennis, Of Gumboro, is
visiting here for a few days.
Evening journal., 1910-12-15
HOCKESSlN GRANGE
ELECTS NEW OFFICERS

Special 10 THE EVENING JOURNAL.
HOCKESSIN, Del, Dec. 15.-Hoc-
kessin Changers took advantage Of
the sleighing on Monday evening and
turned rout in large numbers. An in
teresttng meeting was held and the
following officers We're elected: Mas
ter. s. Frank Ewait; overseer. S. s.
Armstrong; chaplain, Mrs. John
Trimble; lecturer. Mrs. Irwin Gregg:
steward, George Ewait; assistant
steward, Wilson T. Pierson; gate
keeper, Samuel Dennison; treasurer
Philip T. Pierson; secretary. Mary
Springer; ceres. Vera Gregg: fora.
Clara Trimble; pomona, Edith Mitch
ell, and lady assistant steward. Ida L.
Pierson.
A pleasing literary program vas
furnished by the women. Elizabeth
and Edith Mitchell gave a piano duet.
Mrs. John Trimble gave an account
Of her tip to Atlantic City to attend
the National Grange. Four of the
women. Mrs. Irwin Gregg. Mrs. viii
Iner Gregg, Vera Gregg and Clara
I-imole gave highly appreciated
dialogue part Of Il being original.
Mrs. Philip T. Pierson and Mrs. Het-
tie Dennison gave humorous readings.
Mrs. Harry Eastburn and Ida L. Pier
son gave dialogue on Age" which
was ve-y Witty. Mrs. Annie Denni-
son, visitor from Harmony Grange.
gave a recitation. The women then
gave treat of homemade candies.
! The gentlemen gave a rising vote of
thanks for the entertainment.
Evening journal., 1910-12-15

ly contest. This arouses interest and
the attendance of members at the
meetings is large.
At the annual election of the Divi-
sion last evening these officers were
elected President, Archie Watson
yice-president, George u. White;
treasurer, James McGrath: recording
secretary, Charles Dougherty; inan-
cial secretary, Thomas p Leonard 7;
sentinel. Jacob Gilkey; sergeant-at-
arms, Frank Madden. President Wat
son Is one of the most earnest work
ors IN the organization and expects
that 1911 will be a great year and
that at least fifty new members will
be enrolled.
Members Of the New Castle High
School will attend the funeral of Eli
wood Bacon tomorrow afternoon.
Slippery pavements are everywhere
In the city and several persons have
been injured by falls. No effort has
been made to clean the pavements
Harry Ryan, who went to Montana
last spring arrived home yesterday.
He tells some interesting stories of
ranch life In the great sheep raising
state of the West He stopped in Chi
cago for a time and while there was
the guest Of Matthew e. Tobin form
erly OF this city Mr.. Tobin Is now IN
business there and has made a snug
sum.
Harry Mcdaniel is arranging for
the vaudeville performances which
will be given on the nights Of the st.
Peters Holy Name supper the last
week in January. A stage win be
erected in the church basement
Evening journal., 1910-12-15
Piles Quickly
Cured al Home
Instant Relief, Permanent Cure
Trial Package Mailed Free to All
In Plain Wrapper.

Instant Relief, Permanent Cnre-
Trial Package Mailed Free to All
In Plain Wrapper.
Piles is a fearful disease. but easy
TO cure, If YOU go at il right.
An operation with the knife is dan
gerous, cruel, huniiliating and un-
necessary.
There is just one other sure way to
be cured-painless, safe and in the
privacy Of your own home-it is
Pyramid Pile Cure.
We mail trial package free TO all
who write
- will give you instant relief, show
you the harmless, painless nature OF
this great remedy and start you we'll
on the way toward perfect cure.
Then you can get a full-sized box
from any druggist for 50 cents. and
often one box cures.
Insist on having what you call for
If the druggist tries to sell you
something just as good. Il is because
he makes more money on the substi-
tute.
The cure begins al once and con-
tinues rapidly until 1t is complete
and permanent
You can go right ahead with your
work and be easy and comfortable all
the time.
II is we'll worth trying.
Just send your name and address to
Pyramid Drug Co, 80 Pyramid Build
ing, Marshall, Mich. and receive free
by return mall the trail package In a
plain wrapper.
Thousands have been cured in this
sazy. painless and inexpensive way,
IN the privacy of the home.
40 knife and its torture.
No doctor and his bills.
All druggists, 80 cents. Write to-
~ for a free package.
Evening journal., 1910-12-15
OYsTERMEN TO TURN MINERS
Hope TO Recover Twenty Tons Of Goa
Lost From Schooner.

MILTON, Del, Dec. 15-Coal min
ing under water is expected to be ac-
complished by a number of oystermen
who live here and who plan 70 recover
the cargo Of coal which was thrown
overheard at the mouth of Broadkin
River by the schooner Daisy, which
tried to cross the bar last week. The
schooner, however stranded on the
bar and was In danger of breaking up
until the crew cleared away the deck
head Of coal and in this way lightened
the boat enough for It to cross the bar
and land in Milton with part Of the
cargo As there are about twenty
tons of hard coal lying al the bottom
OF the river, several oystermen have
formed a company and will begin
longing the coal from the river this
week.