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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-01-15
FOR SALE-HOUSES.

FOR SALE-ATTENTION INVESTORS AND
SPECTATORS
Should interest parties wishing to purchase q
downtown residence. We offer for sale. within
two squares Of the Boston House. three
story tenroom brick dwelling for $3.50. We
have never known such fine. large brick
dwelling to be offered at such a low price IN
living out Of this house by renting rooms An
investor should get $40 or $50 D month rent
for It. Terms. all cash. or can arrange q trust
of $4,000.
STONE & FAIRFAX. l3A2 New York ave.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

George Ogden is helping A. E. Bad
ger harvest his large crop of potatoes
coRNvILLE.
EAST-Roscoe Mcclure and son
Fred of this place have gone to South
Braintree, Mass. for short time.
George Warren has gone to Massa-
chusetts to visit his son Charles and
family, and his daughter, Mrs. Holmes
Mrs. Walter Morrill, passed away
Sunday night at L o'clock of Brights
disease. She has been a great suffer-
er for few weeks. She leaves a
husband. a daughter, Mrs. Clarence
Hight of Skowhegan; sister, Mrs.
Emma Frost of Skowhegan and one
brother, Alros Moody of this place.
John Amazeen and Selden Flanders
is pressing Erwin Smiths hay.
Mr.. and Mrs. Blaisdell called on Ho-
ratio Longfellow Sunday.
Forrest Herrin is having furnace
put in his store and will make the
store larger.
Mr.. Charles Moody has gone into the
woods for the winter.
soLoN.
v SOUTH-Miss Hazel Smith. teach
er in the Maple Grove school was a
guest of Miss Harding. over Saturda!
and Sunday. Myron c.. Jewett had
corn husking Saturday night. Over
80 persons sat down to bounI1fu
supper.
Forest BCswCrth has purchased
Charles Bowden's farm. Mr.. Bowden
and his family have moved to Sidney
where they plan to make their future
home.
Miss Grace Jewett and Miss Beth
Parker were in town the first of the
week calling on friends.
The farmers in this vicinity are
very busy harvesting their potatoes. A
good yield is reported. the best as yet
heard from being that at Llewellyn
Eaton & Son. From three acres they
raised 1914 bushels.
Mrs. E. A. Spear has been quite i'll.
Arthur Jewett of Skowhegan is this
week picking the apples on his farm
iE Scion.
John Spear has exchanged his mo-
tor cycle for young driving horse.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Spear &; Webb, the Waterville con-
tractors who are building the houses
on Davenport street, are improving
that thoroughfare by laying a fine
graEolithic sidewalk the entire length
of the south side of the street, which
is not only very convenient for the
householders but also great addition
to the appearance of the street. AL
dermen Skehan and Noyes were en-
gagged yesterday in selecting the loca-
ton for electric light poles on the
street, all of which will be placed at
the rear Of the houses instead of along
the sides of the street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

The open season on moose goes into
effect next Saturday morning, Oct. IS
but the law only allows the killing OF
bulls, and those Augusta hunters who
may have it in their minds to take the
trail after the COW moose which was
seen around Cobbosseecontee a shor'
time ago should read a few para
graphs in the game laws before START
ing out. The killing of COW moose
or calf is punishable by a fine not ex-
ceeding $500 or by Imprisonment moi
exceeding four months.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Ira w. Smith of Augusta was ar
raigned before Judge Maher of the
municipal court Tuesday morning OF
complaint of Humane Officer c. w
Blaisdell of Gardiner on the charge OF
cruelty to horse through beating
over-driving and overworking the an
imal. which was alleged to have takel
place at Windsor on Thursday, Oct 6
the last day of the Windsor fair
Smith was represented by E. w
Whitehouse and pleaded not guilty
and after hearing the evidence in the
case the court ordered him dis
charged.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12
Rats and Puffs the Style

Women who cover their heads with
masses of false hair will in time have
diseased scalps. Rats and puffs are
denounced by doctors as unhygienic
dust and germ -catchers. They ex-
clude the air from the scalp, and the
pressure on the delicate network of
veins soon results in the loss Of hair.
good thing to shampoo the head
with is neutral soap. combined with
Glycerine, White of Eggs, Cocoanut
Dill and Salicylic Acid. These are the
ingredients Birt's Head Wash is
made of. 1t removes every trace of
dandruff and scales from the scalp
and leaves the hair soft and glossy.
Csc. and soc. at drug and dept. stores
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12
Hospital Day.

The date for Hospital day has been
decided upon for Wednesday, Oct. 10,
when every effort will be made by the
friends OF the Augusta General hos
pital to show their own, as we'll as the
publics appreciation of the great work
that institution is doing, by generous
donations.
Anything acceptable in the home will
be acceptable for the hospital. BE liber-
al. the cause is most worthy, the great
good already done testifying to it's in
estimable value to the community.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12
SOMERSET.
ST. BANS.

SOUTH-Frank Luce has been
moved to his sons home to be cared
for this winter.
There was a meeting of st. Adams
Grange at the Opera House Saturday
evening.
will be sorry to learn of his serious
illness. One leg has become paralyzed.
Half a bushel of peas were picked
Oct. 2 at the home of Albert Bradford
and there are more on the vines to
pick.
Charles Bailey of Pittston was in
town Wednesday 10 move his son
Charles to Pittston where he will re-
side in the future.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Although no official notice has as yet
been received. Agent stone of the Au-
Kusta Office of the Eastern Steamship
20. states that the boats will in all
probabilities run until about the mid
Ole ut November This generally de-
pends on the amount of freight and
this years freight traffic is niue larger
'hah that of last year. Agent Stone
says mat the traffic, both freight and
passenger Is still Very heavy not only
OF tiIs city but at all of the landing
places down river. With these facts
IN view he thinks that the line will be
kept ~ commission a week or two
longer than it has been the past year
or 80
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

The many Augusta friends of Con-
ductor Michael F. Healey of the
Maine Central Railroad will regret
to learn that he is i'll at his home in
Portland. Conductor Healey was taken
suddenly i'll on the arrival of train
No. ! at Bangor Monday morning, lof
which train he was in charge. A ply
sican was called and pronounced it
an attack of acute indigestion. Con-
ductor Healey was sent home on train
10, which leaves Bangor for Portland
at 1925 over the back route. All will
wish him a speedy recovery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

The Roger Williams Club held it's
annual meeting with Miss Nan WeS-
ton on Spring street Monday evening,
and officers were elected as follows
President, Alice Carver; vice presi-
dent, Nan Weston; secretary. Ethel
Garside: treasurer Mrs. Ralph Con-
ant. The club will give Harvest sup
per at the Baptist church Saturday,
Oct. 80, under the management of q
special committee consisting of Mrs.
Wilson, Alice Weston, Mrs. Carter.
lila Fish and Della Johnson.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

During the absence at Livermore
Falls Of the family of Edwin Riley,
formerly superintendent of the Inter-
national Paper Co. at that place and
now occupying the same position with
the Cushnoc Paper Co. at Augusta,
burglars ransacked his residence and
besides stealing jewelry valued at at
least $500, damaged the house and fur
niture to the extent of fully $40O
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12
John S. Gilpatrick.

TIE death of John S. Fitzpatrick &C.
CURED in the hospital here Monday
night, after short illness of croupous
pneumonia Mr. fitzpatrick was at the
Branch temporary at post awaiting
admission. He served in Co. H, eth Me.
Inf, and also Co. H, 7th VT. Inf, and
v as a resident of Newberg. Me-, before
coming here A widow, Mrs. Laura A.
Cilpatrick survives.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

If you are a,oveffof Choice and de
licious fancy bakery speciaIties, do
try the ice waters. ice fcream waters.
Alaska waters. in their several flaw
ors. Also. Huntley and Palmers lat
est specialties, and all of Loose Wiles
biscuit COS new "sunshine" goods. at
Merrill Bros
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Owing to the crippled condition of
the Hallowell High school football
team. the game scheduled between that
team and the Cony High school team
fer this afternoon has been postponed
All efforts will now be centered on the
coming game with Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12
Rev. William LIVINGSTON.

Jaffrey, n. H., Oct. 11.-Rev. William
Livingston, a former missionary of the
American Board in Turkey and the
second oldest Congregational clergy
man in New Hampshire, died Tuesday
at his home here. He was born in Can
ada in December, 1922.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

the Branch: John Kiley Of Cambridge.
late Co. G, 4t4h Mass. H. A.. Isaiah
Smith of Providence, late U. S S. An
tonia, Rachel Seaman and John Grit
ith: George Springer of New York
City. late u. S. S. North Carolina,
Shamrock and Wyalusing; George F.
Wallace of Brooklyn. late navy; James
White of Brooklyn, late Co. G, goth L.
* Inf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

The Cony High school football team
will play the Gardiner High team on
the Ruel Williams field in this city
next Saturday afternoon. the game be-
ing called at $50. Both teams are
playing great football this year and
as there is always the keenest rivalry
between the two Saturdays game will
be played for all there is in it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Francis p Dunbar of Newport. r. r.
late Co. B. list r. I. L. A., Patrick j.
Begley of Brookfield, late Co. G.. AID
Mass. INF Daniel E. Grindle of Blue
hill. late Co. K. 18th Me. Inf. Dennis
Slleehan of New York City. late Co. d.
c14th Pa. Inf. and Carlos l.. Young
Of Hopkinton. late Co. X, 18th Mass
Ine.. formerly members of this Home,
have been re-admitted
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Mrs. Ada c. Ely, Dept. President of
the National Woman's Relief Corps,
requests that all National Relief Corps
members in Augusta and HalloWell at
tend the school of instruction at Win
tlrop on Oct. 13, same to open at 1920
A. M.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Miss Josephine Tuell. who had been
passing a vacation at her home in this
city, left on the early train yesterday
morning for New York, to resume her
practice as a trained nurse.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

f. J. Hatch was notified Saturday
night of damage to the barn of Percy
Tower. of Belmond. by lightning dur
ing the recent shower, and started
Monday morning to adjust the damage.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Harry Buskey has purchased the
variety store at 81 Cony street, east
side. formerly owned by w. r. Stone
| with the intention of continuing IN the
same line of business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Chernowskys department store will
be closed Thursday. on account Of the
Jewish holiday, re-opening at o'clock
that afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

The three masted schooner l.. A.
Plummer, Capt. Foster, which had fin
ished discharging cargo of cement
for the Purinton Bros. Co., was towed
down river yesterday morning by the
tug Seguin. The Plummer will go to
Bangor light where she will load lum-
her - :
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

1t is at 1.-The Perley Cos you see the
genuine Delpark's productions in era
watts, come in all the new fall color
ings. See window showing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12
Funeral Today Of The Late AIvah
S. Redman.
Capt. Bartlett Dies Suddenly at His
Home, Primrose nill.

Belfast, Me, Oct. 11.-(SpeciaD. The
annual meeting and election of officers
If Phoenix Lodge, F. and A. NJ, was
held last night and the following off,
GERS elected for the ensuing year, to be
Installed at a later date to be an
nounced: Worthy master, George C.
TrusSell; senior warden, Rev. David
L. Wilson; junior warden, William H.
Hall; senior deacon, Warren Nichols;
junior deacon, o. D. Mudgett: treasur-
II. Wilmer ]. Dorman; secretary, Cliff
ford j. Pattee; stewards, Louis Shire
and Carleton Doak; tyler, Robert Bur-
CESS.
The funeral of the late Alvah S. Red
nan. who died Sunday night at his
1ome on Miller street, will take place
Wednesday afternoon at his late home.
Rev. Ashley A. Smith of the First Uni
5crsalist church officiating Mr. Red
mans death was due to heart failure
with which he was stricken soon after
'etiring Sunday night widow and
/. laughter. Mrs. Cora Fairbanks of Ev-
erett. Mass, survive.
Capt. Thomas G. Bartlett a we'll
Known retired sea captain. died at his
home on Primrose Hill. this city, short
y after eating dinner yesterday He
was stricken with apoplexy aud died at
,nce. Born in Phippsburg g. years ago,
the son Of Capt. Ballard and Lucy
fBaohelor) Bartlett, he followed the
sea during much of his life. Some years
ago he retired and passed the past few
gears at his home in this city. A widow
and one daughter. Miss Lulu. survive
The funeral will take place at 2 P. M.
Wednesday, Rev. Ashley A. Smith of
the First Universalist church officiat-
ing. Capt. Bartlett was a member of
Phoenix Lodge, +. and A. NJ. of this
city and of Corinthjan Royal Arch
Chapter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Friends of Mrs. Annie Field will be
sorry to learn that she is confined to
her home on Eastern avenue with a
severe cold.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Bishop Louis S. Walsh of Portland
was in the city yesterday on his way
home from the eastern part of the
State and was the guest of Rev. FIR.
Michigan during his stay in town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Friends of Miss Gladys Worthing.
who has been seriously i'll during the
past week. will be glad to learn that
she is slightly improved and that hopes
for a complete recovery are enter
tanned,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

e. L. Worcester. agent for E. A.
Strout Co. has sold the Baxter c..
Mosher farm in Manchester to John
A. Henderson of Easton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

The funeral of the late Eben Turk
was held from the Home chapel at =
P. M. Tuesday, Rev Mr.. Herrick Off
ciating.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12
NATIONAL HOME.

Increases in pensions have been re-
ceived for Moses Murray to $12, and
Thomas Lenehen to SIS per month.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

w. G. Mallett of Pennington arrived
in the city Tuesday for a few days
visit
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Burroughs were granted yesterday
to Albert A. Sweet to Lynn; Humph-
rev Jordan to Boston: Michael Dolan
to Lowell: William NJ. Packard to
Washington, Me: Thomas Mcguire to
Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Phil OFT, the popular comedian. will
again appear here tonight in "The Ex
rlorer." take-of on the Cook trip to
the North pole: An evening of laugh
ter is assured the veterans. Phil and
his fine company are favorites here'and
each performance is witnessed by full
houses. Tickets will be on sale in the
Canteen building from 11.30 to 1 O'Clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Fred Bard ct Lewiston has accepted
the position of first cornet player in
the orchestra and began his new Gu-
ties yesterday. rs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

John Jenkins returned toythe Branch
Yesterday after being at his home
in Portsmouth for some two weeks on
account of the serious illness of his
little son with typhoid fever.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

William Keller is reported to be ill
at his home on Green street. suffering
from an attack of acute Indigestion.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Mr.. and Mrs. J. Henry Sturgis left
on the early evening train Monday for
4 trip to Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Ruel Hallowell of Boston is visiting
his mother, Mrs. j. o. Trask, on the
North Belfast road
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Six members reported yesterday from
urloughs: Timothy Sullivan from
Worcester; Orrin A. Small from Farm .
irgton, n. H.. Asa Berry from Weeks
Mills; George w. Godding from At
tlehorO: John Roy from Cambridge;
Albert B. Meservey from Belfast.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Edwin E. Culdy of East Everett,
Mass. is stopping with relatives in this
city for a few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Charles Butterfield of Pittsfield was
in the city yesterday on business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12
DAILY KENNEBEC JOURNAL
Telephone 1876.
LOCAL BRIEFS
Telephone 1876.

Harry H. Dearborn arrived in this
,,;,v Tnesday on a business trip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

George NJ. Estey and E. H. Lowell of
Rangeley were in the city yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

E. S. Kitchen of Palermo was a Wis
itor in the city Tuesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

B. l.. Bonney of Auburn was visiting
friends in the city Tuesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12

Justice King of the supreme court
listened Monday morning to a motion
for writ of mandamus in the famous
York county bridge case. The petition
ers ask for an amendment to the re-
port of the commissioners of York
county on the location of the road. The
petitioners say Samuel w. Junkins OF
York, one of the county commissioners
did not take part in the proceedings
resulting in the location of the road.
After a protracted discussion Justice
King decided to hear the arguments
on the petition Oct "a
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12
MANCHESTER.

NORTH-Mr. and Mrs. Eugene
Stackpole of Augusta, were Sunda!
guests of Mrs. Stackpole's brother ant
wife, Mr.. and Mrs. Fl. A. Taught.
Mrs. Anna Hammond who has bee,
visiting Mr.. and Mrs. +. B. Robinson
for the past two weeks returned t.
her home Sunday.
Mrs. j. G.. Hewett passed Saturday
with her daughter Mrs. H. A. Taught
Miss Belle Fifield returned to Kents
Hill Monday after an absence of one
week.
Mr.. and Mrs. H. c. F'ifield were
Sunday callers of Mr. and Mrs. Free
man Smith of Mt. Vernon.
Mr.. and Mrs. +. B. Robinson visited
friends in Sidney Sunday.
Mrs. G. G.. Bartlett and daughte'
Angie were recent callers on Mrs. H. A
Taught.
Mrs. w. E. Lord and son Erwin
went to Manchester Forks Monday t.
attend the address given by Paysol
Smith, State superintendent of schools.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1910-10-12
CORNVILLE.

George Ogden is helping A. E. Bad
ger harvest his large crop of potatoes.
Daily Arizona silver belt., 1910-03-20

In addition to the proceedings of con gress and the political situation in New
Daily Arizona silver belt., 1910-03-20
MUCHDEPENDENTON TAFT-HUGHES
 CONFAb
Great Republican Leaders Expected to Pour Oil
 on Troubled Sea

ALBANY, N. Y, March 19.-Unless the predictions of the wise politicians go astray substantial progress will be made within the next day or two in re- lieving the present disturbing condi- tions in the republican party in New York and putting it into shape for the coming campaign. President Taft, who is spending two days here as the guest of Governor Hughes, is expected to use his advice and influence as far as is proper for him to do to assist in the movement to bring order out of the political chaos.
 thoroughly threshed out by President Taft, Governor Hughes and such of the state leaders as may be called into con ference. The understanding here is that Senator Root will be asked to take hold of the situation and see what he can do with it. Governor Hughes is willing to give all of the assistance in his power, but since he has decided not to accept a renomination he does not care to as sume any responsibility as the party leader in the state. With the governor determined upon this course, the party naturally turns to Senator Root.
 Senator Root will, of course, be guid- ed by whatever advice President Taft and Governor Hughes may wish to offer. While many problems confront the sen ator in his desire to see the party of his state get in shape to win at the coming election, two stand out conspicuously: First, how to handle the scandals that have developed in the general assembly; and second, to find the right candidate for governor.
 So far no headway appears to have been made toward finding gubernator- ial candidate. Some weeks ago a move ment was under way to have William Loeb Jr. take the nomination, but when the subject was preached to MT. Loeb, who is now collector of customs at New York, he made it plain that he did not care for the nomination.
 Of course, there is much speculation as to what former President Roosevelt will do about the New York situation when he returns. Some of his admirers think he could be persuaded to accept the nomination for governor, but his closest friends are quite firm in the be- lief that he will not give the slightest consideration to a request to become the party's candidate.
Daily Arizona silver belt., 1910-03-20
Nursery Tray for Baby

When the baby first joins the family party at the nursery table he is usually no great stickler for good manners. His pride as sole possessor of spoon for the first time in his life causes him to brandish it far and wide regardless of the fact that it may not be empty. He also has a way of hammering on the table with it. His control of his cup and saucer, moreover, is purely elementary, and over both go, time after time, to nurse $ dire distress and
Daily Arizona silver belt., 1910-03-20

York and Ohio there will be several other matters during the week to attract the attention of those interested in poli- ties. In the Fourteenth congressional district of Massachusetts a special cleo tion will be held to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Representative Lowering. The democrats, with Eugene N. Foss, one of the best known party leaders in New England, as their candi- date, have strong hopes of winning the election, though the district is normally republican by an overwhelming major ity.