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Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
discussion Of Proposed
llyaswiek Avenue Work
l.hll Finance Committee T.
several Express Thsk Views.
a,,lIss, Grange Entsrtains Base.
bsn .1sday at Qulmby Field.

hearing was held at meeting Of
So 0nance committee of the city gov
s.nmeat last evening on the proposed
dsyslopment OF Brunswick avenue for
! distance of about 100 feet. A num-
s.r Of the residents on the street were
...eeent and while no action was TAX
,t seemed to be the opinion that
ssnu,s Start should be made towards de-
ysloping that section Of the city.
Wayor Gray stated that the appro-
.,,stions this year would probably
hiring the tax rate up to rs mills and II
,he work on Brunswick avenue is car
red out at the estimated cost two mills
more would probably have to be added.
n. II. Darling told of the State road
.ork done in Massachusetts and it
yas his opinion. based on estimates
,aceived from people in Massachusetts
that the work need not cost as much
as was estimated. He favored build
inc the so-called permanent road ac-
,ording to regular plan and build
inc as much each year as the city was
able along a definite plan.
George w. Heselton advocated a
bonded debt for the permanent i'm
movements ard then the present citi-
asns would have to pay their share
and each succeeding generation and all
enioy good streets. Such an action
would have to be put before the citi-
zens. according, to the opinion eX-
messed by Mayor Gray.
Another meeting of the committee
will be held next Monday night and
there wifi probably be more present
than there was last night as the hear
Ink last night was not generally an
nounced.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
Charles A. Pettengill.

Charles A. PettengilI died in the
hospital here early yesterday morning
of cerebral hemorrhage. Mr.. Pettengill
was born in Fairfax, VT, Nov. 80, 1S43
and attended the country schools. He
never married. He enlisted in Co +,
12th VT. Inf, at Georgia, Vt. Aug. IS,
1852 and was discharged at Brattle'-
boro, July IA, 1868. He again enlisted
in Co. A, 18th VT. Inf, at st. Albana
Oct. ,, 1863 and was discharged at
burlington, July IA, 1865. He was ad-
mitted to the Home from Keene, Sept.
Is. 1903 He was employed as a guard
at the Branch several times since his
admission.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
Patroits' DaY Observance.

Patriots day will be very generally
observed in this city. All the schools
will be closed; likewise the Hubbard
Free library; the banks will be closed {:
holiday hours will be observed at the
postofiirc which will be open from
to 10 A. NJ. and to 8 +. NJ, one de-
livery in the morning and one collec-
ton in the evening. The X. i. ID. will
go as usual. There will be n general
cessation of work amongst the bust
ness houses.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
LOCAL BASEBALL SEASON
Opens Today With Game With Strong
kent's Hin Nine.

Gardiner High school will open the
local baseball season this afternoon with
Il game with kcnt's Hill. The game will
be called at $50 p. NJ. ct Quimby field.
Fred Blair will umpire.
Kents Hill will have n strong team
as has already been evidenced by its
showing against Colby Saturday. Tay-
lor and Gale will be the battery for the
visitors
The Gardiner lineup will be: Capt
Eastman, SIS; Eldridge. c; Talbot, 2b;
Moore. p: clley, 2b; Cobb. lh: Glidden.
If. Peast,e, CT; sherman, rf
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
CONDENSED DISPATCHES.

The effect OF the' Bar and bottle bill"
was n,flified for at least a year by
the action Of tho Boston License Com
mission Monday when II it9granted some
1870 first ard fourth class licenses for
the coming year. The bin prohibits the
sale Of bottle goods where liquor is re-
tailed to be drunk on the1premises and
affects the saloon keepers and bottling
houses. The bill came up in the Senate
late Monday for final enactment but
action was postponed until Wednesday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
MAINE LIFE UNDERWRITERS
Hold 25th Annual Banquet, With Dis
tinguished Guests.

Portland, Nc. April 1S.-The 25th an
nual banquet OF the Maine Life Under
writer's Association was held here this
evening The association had as guests
John ". Wilmington of Los Angeles
Cal, president of the National Associa-
ton, Gov. Fernald, State Insurance Com
missioner Beecher Putnam and Mayor
strout. President Wilmington spoke on
the value of the association to the bust
ness of life underwriting. Commits
sioner Putnam told of insurance prob
lens as he found thcm and said that hi
was unalterably opposed to any in
crease of taxation upon life insurance
c. A Bradley of Portl, nd presided,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

The public for many miles around
may Well wake up and think what a
genuine going out of business" sale
Frank c. Wise announces in this issue
Read his explanation for this move
which he sets forth so plainly in his
nd. The scribe looked over this stock
and you will find about all of it this
springs styles. big new stock of high
grade and medium grade clothing to Sc
lect from. Read the ad through for a
statement Of facts.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
John Buckley.

The death of John Buckley occurred
Sunday at his home near the reserva -
tion. Mr.. Buckley was born in Ireland
about IS years ago. He enlisted in Co.
NJ, 4th ~ Y. Art, from New York City,
March 26, 1863 and was discharged at
Washington, D. c., at the close of war.
He worked as a paperhanger. He had
been a member of the Branch about 90
years and resided wit hhis family on
the Mud Mills road. so-called. 4
widow and three children survive
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
very pleasing to his many friends in the

The Junior Sons of Veterans will
meet at 1890 P. NJ. Wednesday for drill
in G. A. r. hall. All iineai descendants
OF Civil War veterans are requested
to be present. A supper win be fur
tlished to all Junior Sons between the
ages OF and 1s who will come and
drill
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
WEST GARDINER.

Miss Frances Collins entertained a
number of friends at her home Satur-
day it being her seventh birthday.
All passed an enjoyable afternoon
Miss Grace Haskell of Everett. Mass,
is passing a week with her aunt, Mrs.
S. A. Smith at Browns Corner.
Mrs Walter Curtis and Mrs. r. L.
Snnwe visited Gardiner and Angus ia
Saturday.
Fred Blake passed Sunday with his
mother. Mrs. Anna Blake.
VIII Grinneli fell through a scaffold
while work ing in his barn. last week
breaking one rib and cracking another
He was attended by q Halloween physi'
clan
Mrs. Ella Towle, Mrs. Hattie Parsons
and Miss Alice Parsons visited out OF
town friends Sunday.
Erwin Horn. Mr. and Mrs. 4. W. Full
Ter were callers at DR.. II. F. Merrill's
Sunday
Miss Ella Batchelder. who has beer
passing part of her vacation with hel
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. VIM. II. Batch
elder. returned to Massachusetts last
week, where she will commence hel
second YEAR of teaching.
| Vim. II. Batcheider Is working II
Hallowell for week
| W. A. Harper returned Saturday from
New Hampshire and Massachuseti;
where he has been visiting relatives ant
also on business.
Mr.. and Mrs. W Fl. Davis visited Hal
lowell last week.
Alien Wakefield left last week .fo
Boothbay Harbor to commence his s,im
mer's work on the steamer Islander.
James T. Collins was in town las
week on business.
Harry Horn Is building two new piaz
zas on Eben Horns residence on Mil
tstreet.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Moving picture show tonight IN th'
theatre With two acts of vaudeville Th'
single is Pat Kidd. the 1uFenlle coth'
dian. who is said to be one o. the pest
and Jeans and Allairc, in the double aft
club swingers, juglers, etc Mr.. HoitN
wood. the Irish cookoo. Will slhg "'
other of his pleasing ballads 9lckFtS
will he an sale in the old cahte'n' li'"'
ID I O'Clock.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
May Day Breakfast.

1t has been Il custom of many years
standing to hold May day breakfast at
Old South church and the occasions are
always a season of great social enjoy
ment. The early breakfast is an appetiz-
ing meal On account of May coming in
on Sunday this year the breakfast will be
held Saturday morning, April so. and will
be served from to 9 o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

William II, Johnson of this city is in
attendance at the 22nd annual Great Sun
Council Fire of the Improved Order OF
Red Men now in session in portland. Mr..
Johnson is an enthusiastic member Of the
order. He holds the office Of great guard
Of the forest
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

nv ana Mrs Henry p> Sherman Of
the Ha]lowen road wish to express their
sincere thanks to the officers Of the
Home the members of the band and 9th
ers whose prompt acton eAtllts ''i9ie"
the grass fire which threatened 70 -
strov their home Sunday altei'i"o'''
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Patriots day will not be generally
observed in this city. Most of the
stores will remain open all day. Sew
eral Of the grocery stores will close at
noon. The barber shops will keep open.
The only athletic event In the city will
be the baseball game this afternoon on
Qufmby field between Gardiner High
and Kent's Hill.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Miss Gertrude NJ F.. Leonard of 246
Water street, who has been at the Au-
gusta General hospital for several weeks.
where she underwent a surgical opeTat
for appendicitis, returned to her home
yesterday in greatly improved health.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

The funerals of the late Stephen +.
Clark and the late Augustus >. batchei-
der will be held from the Home chapel
at ? f. NJ today, Rev. Il. s Buirage %
ficlating capt. Moore viii command
the escort.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
AUGUSTA LOCALS.

The steamer City of Augusta was
towed here from Boothbay Harbor
Saturday and will be made ready to go
on the Gardiner Augusta route. She
will not be ready when the season
opens and the steamer Wiwurna will
run on the route for a short time
Bath Times, April IS.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
HalloweIl VS.. Winthrop Today.

The weather permitting, a game of
baseball will be played on the Muster
field at 3 o'clock this afternoon between
Hallowell High and the Winthrop High
schools Fish will pitch for the local
team.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
LOCAL NOTICE.

SUPPER AND DANCE-To be Civ
an by Sons of Veterans in G. A. r.
hall Wednesday evening, April 20.
Tickets to both. so cents per couple.
Ladies. % cents. Supper o5 cents.
aprl9d1t
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
Return Of Rev. n. L. Nichols.

Rev II. l.. Nichols was returned to the
Methodist church of this city for the fifth
year by the Maine Methodist Conference,
which closed its sessions in Portland yes
terday. The return of Mr.. Nichols is
very gratifying to his parishoners and the
people of the entire city without respect
to church affiiation join in welcoming
him on his return. Mr. Nichols is very
popular and has done good work.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Notices are posted calling upon the
Socialist voters to meet in caucus at
ia Water street at p. M. next Sat
urday for the purpose of electing four
delegates to the State convention of
the Socialist party April 30 in Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

An unexpected pleasant family
gathering occurred Sunday evening at
the home of S. S. George on Winthrop
street. Without any prearrangement
the entire family, including eight
grandchildren were at home
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Only three advertised letters for the
week ending April IS remain at the
postoffice. They are addressed to the
following: +. A. Bailey, Unst. AgenD,
Harold M. Jenkins and Frank Morris.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

the back are also symptoms that tell you
the kidneys and bladder are out OF order
and need attention. @' = -.
What TO Do.
There is comfort in the knowledge 90
often expressed, that Df. Kilmer's
Swamp Root, the great kidney remedy,
fuIf1ls almost every wish in correcting
rheumatism, pain in the back, kidneys,
liver, bladder and every part of the urinary
passage. Corrects inability to hold water
and scalding pain in passing it, or bad
effects following use Of liquor, wine or
beer, and overcomes that unpleasant ne
cessity of being compelled TO go often
through the day, and. to get up nany
times during the night. The mild and
immediate effect Of Swamp.Ro is
soon realized. 1t stands the highest be-
cause OF its remarkable
health restoring prop N57I5d7
critics. If you media - ss}j 81 j3ass.T7;ssSs jass..T
medicine yon should lsss s:s9 93|s:. :s::.s:ssssS ss:sssS
have the best. Sold by
druggists in ffty-cent
and One-dollar sizes. Hsnsoi sssppitsk I.
You may have sample bottle sent free
bymai1 Address Dr.. Kilrner 3 Co, Ding
ham!sn, E & M III t1ls EdsE sea
Roof, ana 'fhs 81 ada3ts y = igs
". Y. o13evet3 bott1e ~ $500 !.
~ ~ III sf&H6Xy2
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Regular meeting of Granite Lodge,
No. 50, X. of p, will be held this even
ing. Work in the rank of Esquire.
All members are requested to be pres
emf
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
WATERv|LLE.
Exhibition Run at O'clock Today.

The firemen of Hose Companies Nos.
1 and and those from the Hook &.
Ladder Co, will give an exhibition
run at ! o'clock this afternoon, leav-
ing their respective houses and con-
Meeting with hydrants on Main street.
1t is probable that an alarm viii be
sounded from one of the boxes on
Main street Many lines of hose will be
laid and the different parts Of the ap-
paTatus used An extension ladder Will
be placed on one of the buildings by
the men of the ladder truck.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

a brick dust sedi-
inent, or settling,
stringy or milky
appearance often
indicates an un-
healthy condi-
tion Of the kid
neys; too fre-
quent desire to
f1ass IL or pain III
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

The remains of the late Dennie Coax
lev, We're taken TO Boston yesterday by
his daughters, Mrs. Sarah O'Connor ahd
Mrs Helen GllSter.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

The Ladies' Auxiliary of the Randolph
Methodist church will meet wednesday,
afternoon with Mrs. Daniel Brown
Windsor street
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Michael Cunningham of New Brook
field, late Co II, 3rd n. y. Inf, formerly
a member, has been re-admitted and as
signed to the hospital for treatment.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Lewis f. Johnson of Augusta has ac-
certed the position of printer in charge
of the Home printing shop and began
his duties yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

St. Matthews choir will hold it's second
annual supper in X. of P. hall from to
7.30 p NJ, Thursday An excellent menu
is promised
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

The Woman's Mission Circle of the
First Baptist church will meet Thurs
DAY afternoon with Mrs. Goodwin
Highholborn street.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

The Spanish War Veterans will give
tneir much talked Of concert and ball
mis evening and n big crowd is ex-
Ncted at the Coliseum. Concert 7.3o
% : o'clock, Music by Neri's Or
chestra,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

The umbrellas given away at the
Coliseum last evening were received
by Mrs. A. w. Strout, Miss Connors.
George S. Williams and Llewellyn Nc
Masters.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Several people from Gardiner were
among those who called at the home of
Simeon Goodwin in Litchfield SUNDAY
on the occasion of his 96th birthday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Miss Helen L. Haines a teacher in the
public schools in Richmond, is at home
with her parents on Winthrop street for
q few days.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

William G.. Thurber of Providence,
late end Unassigned Mass. Militia, has
been admitted to the Home and quai ter
ed in Co. NJ.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

The Delawares and Seminoles Will
play the first game on tie Home dia-
mond this afternoon and hot game i
looked for.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Rev. f. w. Webber of Livermore Falls,
former pastor of the First Universalist
church of this city, was in town yester-
day.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Hon. and Mrs. F. E. Beane are passing
few days at their cottage at Cobbos
seecontee.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Mrs. Georgia Coffren arrived in the
scity Monday from Marlboro, Mass. to
4 visit her father. George o. Turner.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

An increase in pension has been re-
cevcd for Henry Atkinson, late a sea
man L. s. s. Ohio ANA Pensacola $l5.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

a number OF the members of HAL
.oweil Commandery. u. o. G. c.. to-
se'ner with the degree team visited
,.n nenneoec Commandery Monday even
s m The visitors conferred the degree
upon four candidates.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Fred Webber and Harry Derry Of Ran
dolph are on weeks fishing trip in the
vicinity Of Westrort.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Miss Marion Tnsker. teacher In the
Richmond schools. cam" home last eve
ming for the holiday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

John c. Riley. who arrived at the
Branch Saturday. from New York city
for admission. changed his mind and left
yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Rev Morris c. Dickery of Boston
Will occupy the pulpit of the univer-
i, Mlist church next Sunday as cam
' 'ddate for a cali to the church.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Harrison NJ. Berry. manager of the
Bowdoln football team, is spending the
short recess a, his home in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

The G. T. Chase Co. has sold the w.
W. HislCr farm of - acres in Randolph
y Of mile from the city to John Cut
Ter OF Bowdoinham. Mr.. Cutter will
'ake possession of his new home at once
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Mrs. c. b. Day OF Richmond was in
town yesterday, the guest of Miss Ruth
Whitten, 81 Second street.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

neV. WILDER F. Berry OF Waterville.
a%"oer s OF the Civic League of Maine.
~" lecture at $50 next Sunday evening
=, ~ the First Baptist church. Subject:
.emperance," This will be a union SER
''e with the other churches of the city.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

William W. Downer cf West Torrir g
ton, Ct late Co a, 9Th Ct Inf, has
been admitted and assigned to Co. NJ
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Mr.. and Mrs. Orville J. Fuller lef,
yesterday for a few days visit Wit
friends in Lewiston.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

one arrest for intoxication Monday.
Two dodgers also spent the night In
the lookup.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

The Ladies' Aid of the tfniversalist
church win meet at +. NJ Wednesday
In the vestry.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

i, nev.A and Mrs, .R. Clifford returned
s evening from attending the Meth
ealst ccafsrencs IN bortiada. AR ciff-
:. ..fo was re.appointed to the pastorate
y tne HshRns i AysHuet Methodist
'"afcts he, annctiacAElant spf Khich was
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Miss Ruby Ozone returned to Car
diner Monday, after spending few
days In Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

The W. c. r. u. will meet Wednes-
DAY afternoon with Mrs. S. G. Payne
instead OF Tuesday afternoon as usl1l
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Timothy Malone late Co Q, 2nd Conn
III. A., has been granted an honorable
discharge from the Home.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Fred Goggin is at his home in Ran
dolph for a weeks vacation, after
which he will return to Bangor.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

r. Harold Holt. a student at liar
ward. Is at his home in this city for a
few days
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

The Gardiner Forestry co. has re-
ceWed 10000 evergreen trees. which 1t
win plant on It's property this spring.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

NJ J. Mccormick. proprietor of the
American House. Bath. was in the city
on business Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Miss Zettella Barnard of Sidney is
visiting her aunt, Mrs. Charles f
Strickland, No. SO Central street.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Paul Morgan OF keene, n H., is act
ing as the Home bugler in place of John
Lari<in.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

The Unity Club viii hold rehearsal
this evening for the ,rday} which they
Will give in the hear future as dS
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

The remains of the late John G. Lord
We're sent yesterday 10 Aewburyport. fol
burial
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

T. S. Smith II cos. store Will he clos
ed today il being a National holiday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Daniel i5rien lett yesterday for New
FORK City, where he will pass Il fur
Tough.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Rev. X. w. Plant went to Boston
Monday forenoon on short trip.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Hon. r. H. Gardiner is at his farm
for O few days.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
General Observance in This City
To-day Of Patriots Day.
IlaIlowell Nigh vs.. Winthrop High
On Muster Field.

| Miss Ella Dunn Of Maple street was
visiting friends in Lewiston yesterday
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Arthur b. Lancaster left Monday af'
ternOon for Glen, ~ Fl.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
NATIONAL HOME.
''St. Elmo' Finely G en-
--MoVing Pictures Tonight
Volunteer Firemen Save a House
From Bad Grass Fire.
Officer Of the Day, Capt. BeIcher
Other Home Mention.

Officer of the day. Capt G. w. Relchc,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Mr. and Mrs. J. E. d. Purlngton are
visiting Mr.. Puringtons parents in
Harrison.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19
Thousands Have Kidney
Trouble and Never Suspect 4
How TO Find Out.

Fill a bottle or common glass with your
water and let it stand twenty -four hours:
Daily Kennebec journal., 1910-04-19

Hene a SualPp- H. n.
pie bottle sent free =,
timer &co., Ding.
''5II fhls p90er and
'.kiEm9er'y e6afv's,s
~. Hind HaH5H0.
e 'soaa1xEg
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1910-06-24
NEGRO euRNe , AT STAKE.
Black Fiend corfesses to Cutting
Throat Of Young Woman.

Rusk, Texas. Leonardo Johnson. n
negro. charged with killing Miss Maud
Rcdding. young white woman, on
Monday. was burned At the stake by
u mob Monday night
sheriff Norwood and posse were
on route here with the negro when
they were oycrpowcrcd by mob at
Lone Star. near the home OF the muir.
dercd woman.
Securing the negro. who was plead.
ing for his life. the mob. composed OF
more than 100 men and boys. dragged
him short distance from the town.
There. II Is stated he confessed he
had murdered Miss Redding.
The negro was then tied to stake
and after brush had been piled higl,
around him. the torch was applied.
D.srcgarding the pleading OF Johnson,
the FIRE was fed until he was dead,
Miss Rcdding had left her home On
route to Lone star about noon, Two
hours later. her body, with her throat
cut from ear TO ear. was found In a
dense wood a short distance from the
town.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1910-06-24
LOSE LIVES IN FLOOD
APPALLING LOSS Of LIFE FOL
LOWS HEAVY RAINS IN AIR
VALLEY IN GERMANY.
eloudburst Adds to Horror In Water
choked Valley, Il Being conserva.
lively Estimated That Two
Hundred Were Drowned.

Cologne. Germany II In conscrva
lively estimated that 900 persons lost
tboIr lives In the food that swept the
valley Of the River Abr In the EIfcl
region EIghtyscycn bodies had been
recovered Tuesday. These were found
along the river banks.
4 report received here says that
ffiy lives were lost at the village Of
suu't when bridge crowded with
persons watching the turbulent wat
ors was carried away.
throughout the Abr valley not one
bridge IN left standing. The floods
we're caused by "A heavy rain that
had continued for several days. caus.
Ink the River Abr 10 break It's banks.
Sunday night there was a cloudburst
and the water chokcd the valley,
drowning every living creature In
their path aud causing immense mon
etary damage.
Two barracks In which Italian and
CrOatian laborers were housed were
swept away and their occupants, who
we're In their beds. were drowned.
The railway was washed out and sew
eral villages were destroyed.
Lightning which accompanied the
rains did much damage. There Is
much distress among the surviving
peasants ~ the valley, AS most OF
hem have lost their possessions.