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The Washington times., 1911-01-19
SECRETARY BALLINGER DE.
CLARES FOR JUST. CONSID-
GRAFTON. OF THE CLERKS
SITUATION.

The two great and distinctly bust
ness departments of this Government
are the Treasury and the Interior. In
both of these, to an extent that can
not be predicated of any of the other
departments or independent executive
branches, there ought to be applied
the methods of ordinary, scientifically
managed, modern business.
OF the Interior Department this, is
particularly true, because it is con-
cerned with the administration of a
vast fabric of national concerns of a
purely business character. 1t is diff
cult to realize today that the great
Department of the Interior was not
even established until lS49 In the
largest way it has been, from the be-
ginning, the custodian and admins
traitor of the public domain. 1t has
been made the guardian of the Indians
and of their property, it conducts the
great Patent Office, and 1t keeps the
records and makes payment of all
pensions, this single item amounting
at present to about $l5O,0O0,00O per
year and promising to be. increased
very soon to nearly $2O0,O06,000.
In such an establishment as this it
is obvious that good results cannot
possibly be secured without good bust
ness methods. 1t is not necessarily a
reflection upon the conduct of this
department under any of the chiefs
HhO have controlled it in the sixty
years of its existence, to say that no
where in the entire governmental or
ganization has public business more
grievously suffered by reason of the
lack of good business organization
than in the Interior Department.
And in no regard is this deficiency Of
business method more obvious than il
the matter of the management of th'
departments personnel.
Because of these conditions, the OBJ
servations which Secretary Ballingel
prespnts in his statement in Tht
Times today, concerning the necessity
for reform in the attitude of the Gov
crnment toward its civil employees, ar
given particular significance ant
weight.
so long as a retirement fund i
withheld from the clerks in the civi
service of the Government" Secre
tary Ballinger is quoted, "the practic
of pensioning superannuated and de
fective, though deserving clerks, by re
tanning them on the salary roll mus
continue. This necessarily results il
many competent persons receiving IN
adequate salaries and a reluctance t.
reward the highest grade of service b.
compensatory remuneration"
Secretary Ballinger looks at thi
matter of giving the clerks a squar
deal as simple business. He is i
agreement with other executives VIII
have studied this problem that so Ion
as Congress will not make decent Pre-
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Amusements.

National-Otis Skinner. in Sire" S:15
p. m.
National-Elmendorf lecture. 4:3o D. m.
Belasco-"The Chocolate Soldier" $40
coiumbia-"The Travelling Salesman"
2:15 and S:15 p. m.
Academy-"The Little Girl That He
Forgot" 2:15 and S:15 p. m.
Chase's-Polite vaudeville. 2:15 and s:16
p. m.
Avenue Grand-Vaudeville, and D. m.
Lyceum-"Broadway Gayety Girls" BIS
and S:15 p. m.
Gayety-"New Majestics," 2:15 and s:1E
p. m.
Casino-vaudevilie afternoon and even
ing.
Maiestic-Vaudeville, 2:15 and s:15 D. m
Cosmos-Continuous vaudeville. l to II
D. m.
Convention Hall-Royal & Adams In
door Circus, afternoon and evening.
Misunderstanding and bowling, afternoon
and evening.
CThe Times will be pleased to an
nounce meetings and entertainments in
this column. Phone or write announce.
y,aaOfql
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Honor Explorers Memory

LONDON, England. Jan. 19.-The
ROYAL Geographic Society plans to pay
last honors in a body when funeral serv-
ices are held for Sir Francis GaIton,
explorer and writer, who died here last
night. Sir Francis was at one time in
the council Of the society,
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Rechabite Tent Here.

CLARENDON, Va, Jan. 1s.-Plans for
the organization of a Rechabite tent
here were completed today by several
of the seventy-five Washington Recha-
bites who are here today. A meeting
was held last night in the Methodist
Episcopal church, at which High Tent
Deputy Grand Ruler Charles Eller, OF
Washington. presided.
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Reports that Gov Cole Blease. of the
lower Carolina. devoted his entire in
augural address to the press. the pulpit.
and other political character thieves"
are greatly exaggerated. He gave three
entire whoops in opposition to compul-
sorry education.
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DeLacy Talks on Charity,

Practical charity is wanted in Wash
ington. Theoretical charity is no good.
This is the pith of talk made by Juve-
nile Court Judge De Lacy at the cele-
bration of the anniversary of Carroll
Council, No. 377, knights of Columbus,
last night.
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Prince Paul Troubetskoy has just ar
rived with some accurately branded
vegetarian views and a handy can
opener. He will also consent to do some
perfectly lovely things in statuary.
The Washington times., 1911-01-19

The net total circulation Of The Washington
Times Sunday during the month Of
December was las, 1872, all copies left over and
returned by agents being eliminated. This
number, when divided by {, the number of
Sundays during December. shows the net
Sunday average for December to have been
G,oSS.
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Another Van Dyke painting has just
been destroyed. II this thing keeps up
a few black-and-white panels sketched
between sobS by Ferdinand Pinney
Earle will be our only examples in the
Van Dyke manner.
The Washington times., 1911-01-19

The society for the prevention of
whatever 1t would be should see to 1t
that there are no more open-air tab
leaux of the Ice Maiden ulstered only
with the mantle of Charity.
The Washington times., 1911-01-19

The zoo in Bronx park is to be en-
larged so as to provide house for the
zebra. In case he is disposscssed else
where, the Tammany tiger might be
able to rent rooms there.
The Washington times., 1911-01-19

That Baltimore committee knew its
business when it selected an audito-
rum just large enough to eat in and
too large for oratory.
The Washington times., 1911-01-19

1t develops that the late James DAILY.
of White Plains, N. Y, distributed his
brace OF millions by one of the most
remarkable wills offered for probate in
years. It Is not to be contested.
The Washington times., 1911-01-19

Former Governor Conner of Alabama
finds the peace of retirement doubiH
sweet as he reflects how he vetoed his
successors increase in salary.
The Washington times., 1911-01-19

Gee, but the Congressional step
fathers must think the District is get
ting good! They are to give US some
White Wings of our very own.
The Washington times., 1911-01-19

At the same time, Senator Lodge made
a narrow Escape from the "boundless
ContiSuity of shade
The Washington times., 1911-01-19

There are indications that Baltimore S
culinary claims as a convention city
may yet prevail with the Democratic
managers.
The Washington times., 1911-01-19

In each issue of The Times the circulation
figures for the previous day are plainly
printed at the head Of the first page at the
left Of the date line.
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Sunday,

The number Of complete and perfect copies
81 The Washington Times printed Sundays
during the month Of December was as
follows:
December I.....4o S65 December 49, A, 331
December u.....A.724 December 25.. 40. S91
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Entered at the Postoffice at Washington
d. C., as second class matter.
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Times daily during the month Of December
was LOS, ,376 all copies left over and returned
being eliminated. This number. when divided
by 27, the number OF days Of publication,
shows the net daily average for December
TO have been 90 236
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Total for the nth...............,.....l65, .l65, 3l7
Sunday average for the month. Al, S29
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DECEMBER CIRCULATION.
n0fIv

rhe number OF complete and perfect copies
The Washington Times printed daily DUR
z the month Of December was as follows:
The Washington times., 1911-01-19

Total for the month. 237, sol
Daily average for the month";. 5,S
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SUBSCRIPTION RATES BY MAIL.
1mo 3 mos. mos. Vt.
paiiy oniy..... 25 rs l60 400
Sunday only........ ..... % 90
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to attend all who need medical treat
ment. She has been very successful
in healing the afflicted in town and
elsewhere and by her pleasant way
of treatment has Won the respect and
good graces of all her patients. See
her advertisement in another column
of this paper.
David Colwell, the genial telephone
man, who has been workman on the
Farmers line, has gone to Waterville
to work on the new Kennebec tele
phone line.
Frank L. Ames is fast closing out
his stock of groceries and novelties.
William Huntoon returned home
from the hospital in Portland last
Saturday after nearly three months
sickness.
Quite a novelty in the way of a pet
watch dog was seen here last Satur-
day when the driver of a patent medi-
cine team exhibited real tame fox for
his poodle dog which he had chained
to the carriage. The fox had liking
for his master but all others he
dsliked by a growl and his teeth were
plainly seen.
A real live trained bear entertain
ment was advertised to take place in
the Grange hall Wednesday evening.
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Faith in Prayer
Massage and A Preparation Of
Roots and Herbs

These three elements, when COM
pounded, are giving astounding re-
suits by originators Of method or art.
The work is one that has been studied
and developed from the Bible, by
Annie L. Decker, lady of pleasing
personality and magnetic ability. Her
efforts have enabled her to accomplish
the purpose of healing all kinds of dis
eases, from the most chronic to the
most mild. She locates your disease
and it's symptoms, without asking a
question, free of charge, and tells you
how long you are in being healed
Has healed tuberculosis, Eyresipelas,
Diabetes, Cancerous tumors, Nervous
Prostitution and other diseases. Her
work involves nursing, whenever re-
quired. Has never remained longer
than five days on the most critical
cases, as her cures are marvelously
rapid. Guaranteed to give satisfac-
ton to all, and goes to surrounding
towns, at moderately low prices. Her
office Is in Norridgeweck at Mrs. Fred
Doyle's. Hours, 10 q. m. to 3p. m.
Tel. 5-93. No Sunday work.
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BILE. of Pittsfield. passed a day with
him early in his sickness but could
not remain longer on account OF sick
ness in her family.
Mrs B. H Johnson. who was Ia
ken i'll at DR.. Ellingwood's while call
Ing the week previous. was improved
so as to return home January 26.
Harold Trueworthy. who recently
moved here from Island Falls. has
opened a -four and feed store in the
north Bartlett building
Z. F. Wescott and Harold Rowell
are buying lumber delivered at the
Brooks mill here. Some have begun
hauling.
RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT.
Whereas. death has again entered
our Grange and removed from out
midst our beloved Brother George W
Bailey.
Resolved. that by his death Athens
Grange has lost loyal brother, the
community a helpful citizen, the
church a willing worker.
Resolved, that we extend to the sor-
rowing wife our heartfelt sympathy.
Resolved, that in loving memory OF
him we spread these resolutions upon
our records and that copy be sent
to the bereaved wife and copy to the
independently Reporter for publication.
l.. c. ELLIOTT.
c. F. DORE.
JAS. E. CHAPMAN.
Committee on Resolutions.
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Grange Notes
PITTSFIELD.

Pittsfield Grange, after missing two
meetings on account of storms held
a successful session Saturday even
Ing, February IL. There was work In
the first and second degrees and
three were taken In by demit. Next
Saturday will be an all-day meeting
and Sister Kate B. Ellis of Fairfield
will exemplify the work in the third
and fourth degrees. A communica-
ton was read from the executive COM
mittee Of the Maine State Grange In
reference to reciprocity with Canada.
A committee was appointed to report
at the next meeting.
The Lecturer then presented short
program. Sister Annie harrington
read very able paper on the life of
VIM. Mckinley; Worthy Overseer,
Earl Harding. read a paper on the
origin of St. Valentines day. A social
in charge of Foster White followed
the meeting.
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JACKMAN.

Among those who attended the Food
fair in Bangor last week were: Mr.
and Mrs. John Sterling, Mr. and Mrs.
Mills and Mr.. Gilman.
Harry Newton and Lena Head spent
Sunday at The Line house, being in
yited there to a turkey dinner.
Rev. Mr.. Butler attended Convoca-
ton week lectures held at Bangor.
Mrs. Rosie Pressette was obliged to
give up her work at the Newton
house on account of sickness, Miss
Eva Choninard having resumed her
work.
number of young people assem-
bled at the Newton house Wednesday
evening, being entertained by a friend
who gave them a few coon sketches
and banjo playing. He also gave
them music for two hour hop.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Burke are
boarding at the Newton house, having
finished their work in the woods.
Miss Agnes Abbot is at work at the
home of 7. II. Barley.
Mrs. E. c. Bosworth of Gardiner is
stopping in town.
Miss Ida Quietly, who has been
away from home for some time, has
recently returned, visiting her sister.
Mrs. Harry Stilwell.
The Ladies' Auxiliary have chosen
their committee for an entertainment,
to be held at some future date.
Mrs. Allan Moore and Mrs. Jonas
Holden made short trip to Skinner.
The Hushey Bible studies are to be
resumed, as none has been held dur
ing the winter months. All are in
yited to attend and enjoy the work
By a letter written by Mr.. Hushey
of Lancaster. Pa, our former pastor,
who organized this study during his
work here, he speaks words of en-
"ouragement for the Bible work to
progress. Mr.. Hushey and his son
are In Hamilton, Bermuda, for the
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WRSSERRUNSETT.

Wesserrunsett Grange held very
pleasant social on Monday evening
About fifty were present and the ev-
ening was passed with games and
music. About five dollars was realiz-
ed from the sale of boxes and coffee.
There was a good attendance at the
regular meeting of the Grange on
Thursday evening. There was one ap-
plication for membership and one
Joined on demit.
There will be a social dance on
Saturday evening at the Grange hall
with music by 81 Smiths orchestra.
Everybody come.
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BUNKER HILL-ATHENS.

Manly and Hattie Campbell went to
Kingsbury Friday to visit relatives
Eben Boothby of Vassalboro is In
town visiting friends.
Eddie Wilson OF Madison Is in town
stopping at ]. B, Corson's.
Mrs. Bonnie Brazier of Brighton
was in town Friday.
Manly Campbell went to Harmony
Friday.
Robert Ogden of Hartland visited
Manly Campbell Sunday
Mr. and Mrs. Preston Small visited
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Deering of Madi-
son last week.
Mrs. Sarah Moody, who is staying
with her sister, Mrs. Lydia Small, is
quite sick. DR.. Ellingwood attends
her.
Mrs. Effie Corson of Brighton visit.
ed her parents. Mr.. and Mrs. John
Thompson Monday.
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CANAAN.

Thursday night in the Grange was
one to be long remembered as the
ladies' held forth" The following
were the officers Mrs. Susie Jewell,
Master; Mrs Ola Maxfield, Overseer;
Mrs. Clara Moody, Lecturer; Mrs. Ad-
die Holt, Steward; Mrs. Dilla Harris,
Assistant Steward; Mrs. Barrett,
Chaplain; Mrs. Fannie Drawn, Treas
urer Mrs. Nellie Goodrich, Secre-
tary; Mrs. Jennie Cover, Gate Keep
err; Mrs. Eva Shean, Ceres; Mrs. Lila
burlington. Pomona; Mrs. Kit Barnes
Flora; Mrs. Harriet Lord, l.. A. Stew
ard. The Lecturer furnished fine
and tableaus. AS the ladies ran
ers and tableaus. AS the ladies ran
things" for once In a life time the
gentlemen condescended to be invited
by the ladies' to assist In forming the
harvest march. Reviying refresh
ments of saltines, pie, ice cream and
coffee were served and no gentleman
was heard to find fault with the man
ner in which he was entertained.
After an extended visit with friends
in Massachusetts, Mrs. Addie Mason
returned home Thursday night.
Roy Vi Was
business caller in town Friday.
The Bon-Ton club met Saturday
with Mrs. Sidney Pooler much
enjoyable afternoon Is reported. An
important feature was refreshments
of assorted cakes. cookies, sandwich
es, confectionery and cocoa. Mrs.
Maud Nelson will entertain next
meeting.
Considering the condition of the
roads a goodly company was repre-
sented at the regular meeting Satur-
day night of Sunrise chapter. After
considerable business preparatory for
the coming year three officers were
installed who were not able to be
present at the time of the annual in
stallation.
With the assistance of an 8-months-
old pup Verd and Guy Nelson have
captured seven foxes within 10 days.
The shut-ins are receiving consid-
cradle attention from their many
friends in this community. Little
Willie" Gardner was one of the fav
ored ones recently when his friends
gathered at his home to pass a
| pleasant evening and the compliment
was returned to the party by being
treated with dainty refreshments from
the chatting dish, apples, confection-
cry, ice cream and cake. Mr.. and
Mrs. Gardner are among the leaders
for entertaining.
Erwin Davis of Palmyra was a
caller in town Monday
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FAST MADISON.

East Madison Grange held an all
day meeting February H. with all
the officers in their places. A fine
day and good dinner brought out
the patrons, there being Is members
and a number of visitors present. To
commemorate the 34th anniversary
out of the ten Charter members six
literary program. Special mention
should be made of w. o. Paul's pa
per which was listened to with inter
est. One application was received
and three voted upon.
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MERCER.

Despite the bad travelling goodly
number we're out at the regular meet
ing of Sandy River Grange, No. 80
Saturday evening, February II. Three
applications for membership were
read. The Lecturer had prepared a
fine program which consisted of reel
tations, readings and songs. First on
the program was select reading by
Sister Rose Wade; recitation, by Sis
ter Edna Wood song, Brother Coupe;
reading, Sister Frizzell; recitation,
Sister Grace futile. At the close OF
the meeting all repaired to their
homes, feeling they had passed a very
pleasant evening.
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Notice of First Meeting of Creditors.

In the District Court OF the United States for
the District OF Maine In Bankruptcy.
In the matter of
Bankrupt
To the creditors of Hum phrey E. Skidmore
of North Arson in the County OF Somerset
and District aforesaid, n bankrupt.
Notice is hereby given that on the 18th day
of February A. d. 1911, said Humphrey 4.
Skidmore was duly adjudicated bankrupt,
and that the first meeting of his creditors will
be held at Daniel Lewis office, in Skowhegan,
Maine on the 4th day OF March A. d. i9ll.
at ten O'Clock in the forenoon, at which time
the said creditors may at end, prove their
claims, appoint trustee, examine the bank
rupt, and transact such other business as
may properly come before said meeting
February II, A D. 1911.
DANIEL LEWIS,
Referee In Bankruptcy
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MADISON CENTER.

The two sons of Eben Freeman,
who is seriously Ill at the Spear farm
house came up from Augusta last
Sunday and spent a few hours with
their father.
Arthur Knight took trip to Dead
water last week and when he return
ed brought his little grandson with
him.
Fred Hayden has two almanacs, one
seventeen hundred and ninety and
the other seventeen hundred and
eighty-nine. Rather beats James
Palmer's
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MADISON.

Kennebec Valley Grange, Madison,
held their regular meeting February
II, with a good number present. Lin
coins birthday was observed with APP
propriate exercises and decorations.
An old-fashioned spelling match was
enjoyed. Our Grange plan to enter
tain Skowhegan Grange February %
Skowhegan Grange will give part OF
the literary program
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MAYFIELD.

Mr.. Steward went to Skowhegan
Thursday to spend the remainder of
the week with his family.
Celia Hussey is visiting her sister,
Mrs. Nathaniel Gerald for few days.
ARA Huntington of Guilford spent
few days in town last week.
The show, Uncle Silas in the City
Hotel given Friday night by kleber
Campbell and Harry May was played
to a full house.
l.. d. Mathews of Brighton was in
town one day last week.
Among those who attended the
show Friday night were Mrs. Laura
Hilton and Mr.. and Mrs Warren Hill
ton of kingsbury.
Joseph Gaylord was in town on
business the first of the week.
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How to cure cold Is question In
which many are interested just now.
Chamberlain Cough Remedy has
won It's great reputation and immense
sale by its remarkable cure of colds.
1t can always be depended upon. For
sale by G.. r. Fogg.
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~ The News of Somerset's Busy Towns ~

winter. hoping to benefit his sons
health.
Miss Mae Kinds has returned from
visit to her parents.
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You are probably aware that pneu-
monia always results from a cold,
but you never heard of Q cold result
ing in pneumonia when Chamber
lain's Cough Remedy was used. Why
take the risk when this remedy may
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Fogg.