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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
Connecticut List Small.

New Haven. Conn. July 5.-Two deaths
due directly to the heat. one OF which,
heat is believed TO have been the indirect
cause and two prosrations. one OF which
moy prove fatal, were reported from about
the state today. At Bristol, Mrs Martina
A. Auibaeh, aged II years. died of the
heat and Mrs. Joseph Dimeo and her three
year old son were overcome. The mother
Will recover but the child is In procari-
Gus condition. At Willimantic the three
year cid daughter of Adolph Dailant died
AT Waterbury, Albert Johnson. young
man. unbalanced by the heat, 1t is believed
threw himself into mill pond and drowned.
Temperatures ranging from 80 to los de-
erees were reported from various points
about the state.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
DEATH AT DEXTER.
Railroad Conductor Discovers Man in
Bushes Beside Track.

Newport Me. July 5.-tSpecian -
John Sheehan. whose home is supposed
to be in Lynn. died suddenly here this
afternoon Coroner George NJ. Barrows,
cause Of death as alcoholism and the in
tense heat.
This afternoon, when a freight train
stopped outside of the local railroad yard.
conductor willets heard groans ard in
vestigating found the man lying in the
bushes. lie notified the authorities and an
officer with a physician went 10 the scene.
The man was dead when they reached him.
Il is understood that relatives reside in
Lynn and the remains are held awaiting
their orders
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06

Holyoke suffered the greatest damage
According 10 the weather bureau figures
there was rainfall of 5.G5 inches in that
city. bad washout the lines of the
Boston and Maine Railroad just north OF
HoIyoke tied up tralnc and the city was
practically isolated insofar as telephone
connection was concerned for hours.
Four churches. the Church of the
Sacred Heart. the church of the Pre-
cious Blood, the German Lutheran
church and the First congregational
church. and a dozen houses were
struck by lightning in Holyoke. None
however was burned
The wind and rain combined result
ed in wreck on the Hoiyoke and
Westfield division of the Boston q Al
bany Railroad in Holyoke The rain
washed out the sand beneath the
tracks of q siding and enabled the
wind to blow two freight cars over
They toppled just as a freight train
was passing and the engineer, Patrick
Quinn, and his fireman, r. j. Green
were injured Quinn was so badly in
jured that call was sent for an am
bulance While responding Arthur La
porte. the driver, was shocked by
lightning and had to be taken from the
drivers seat and placed on the
strctcher inside Three persons We're
struck by lightning, one, Polish res
idert of indian orchard, Springfield
being killed. Robert White, Holyoke
boy was struck by a live wire and
was saved from death by an autom-
obiie party.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
MARIA PA DEAD.
Queen Dowager of Portugal Dies
Wednesday at Turin, italy.

Turin, Italy. July 5.-Maria Pia.
Queen Dowager of Portugal, died at
the royal chateau at Stopinigf. at 3.l5
O'Clock this afternoon. She had suffer
ed from uremia.
Maria PA was a daughter of Victor
Emmanuel H. King of Italy. and was
born In October 1S47. In 1862 she
married King Luis l of Portugal, who
died in 1888
Recently she had been living in Italy
with her sister, Princess Clotilde,
widow of Prince Napoleon. The death
of the princess several days ago, left
the sister Frustrated.
The Queen Dowager had many mis-
fortunes. Her brother. King Humbert
of italy, her son King Carlos and her
other grandson. King Manuel. was de-
posed from the Portuguese throne
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06

The glass in the front III the store was
blown out Mr.. Baker aud a young
| lady clerk barely escaped and although
both were slightly burned were thank
full to escape with their lives. The en-
tire stock was ruined and the proprie-
tor had no insurance. The building
is owned by Charles w. Frederick and
is insured.
About o'clock one of the heaviest
down pours of rain of the season. ac-
companied by great deal of electrl-
city arrived The lightning struck the
stock farm in East Belfast owned by
George b. Otis of Boston. and &C.
cupied by Samuel Durost and family.
The chimney on the ell was struck and
demolished and the current passed
over the entire house, entering prac-
tieally every room. Plastering was
torn off, the studding ripped out and
the underpinning racked. The dam
age will be over $1,000, insured. For
tunately the entire family was in the
front of the house or out on the porch
and received but little of the shock,
About the same time a bolt struck in
the water near the steamboat wharf
and two men leaning against the pill
ing, which was very wet and conduct
ed the electricity so that each received
a good deal of a shock, the effects of
which lasted several hburs.
The events of the day closed with a
band concert by the Belfast Band at
which there was the largest crowd in
the history of association. The con-
cert was unusually good
Mrs. d. n. Bird had the misfortune
to fall and break an arm on Monday
night, while calling on ueighber near
her home on Congress street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
HEADLoNG PLUNGE
OF New Idea MonopIane Wrecks Ma
chine and Nearly Kills Aviator.

New York, July Sin its maiden
fight a $4,000 New Idea monOplane,
equipped with twin revolving motors
and twin propellers, was wrecked be
yond repair today at the Mineola Avia-
ton field. Its pilot, Arthur Stone, was
stunned and badly cut. but escaped
with his life. The monoplane was de-
signed by Willis Mccormick. an Amer
lean inventor 1t showed plenty OF
speed. but proved unruly at the turns
and the stiff wind finally upset it.
Straight for the earth it plunged from
a height of 80 feet with full power on.
A great cloud of dust went up and the
crash could be heard for a mile. No
body expected to see Stone alive, but
he was picked up breathing and rush
ed to the nearest hospital,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
CONGRESS-.
Continued from Page one.)

temperature In the Presidents private car
was close around 100, but the Chief Execu-
tive showed the effects of the high tenn
perature less than any other member Of
his party.
Majcr Butt his military aide aud Sec
rotary Hilles were dragged and spent
but the President swung down from his
car smiling and walked with almost a
1annty step to the automobile that was
awaiting to convey him to the White House
Mr.. Taft expressed his hearty satisfaction
over his reception in Indiana, especially
with the evident effect of his speech adyo-
eating Canadian reciprocity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
WINTHROP CENTER.

Rev. Robert Douglass preached sun
day morning at the Friends church. He
was entertained by Mr.. and Mrs. j. +,
Briggs while in town.
Miss Winnifred Briggs is at her
home on the Stanley road for a snort
vacation.
Earle v. Dudley of Roxbury. Mass
Is passing his vacation with friends.
Miss Camilla Whitney of Hallowell
is passing her vacation with her aunt
Mrs. Cora l.. Rollins.
Charles F. Smith of Taunton, Mass,
is visiting friends in town.
Miss Nazlie L. Aloud of Portland Is
passing her vacation here as the
guest of Mrs H j. Bailey.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
NOTHING SLOW ABOUT 1T.
Philadelphia Had Real Old r ashionsd
Fourth Celebration.

Philadelphia, July "a reeapitulation of
the results OF the celebration of Independ-
enee day In Philadelphia shows that 1t
was as near an "old fashioned Fourth as
anyone would want A. II was the hottest
Fourth OF July in - years and there were
II deaths from the heat and many pros
trations. Twelve persons were drowned in
and about Philadelphia while bathing
there were two murders, several attempted
murders and numerous brawls, and about
400 persons we're treated at hospitals for
injuries received in handling fireworks
Among the injured are some serious cases
but no deaths are expected unless tetanus
follows.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06

The greatest eating house in the world
was opened in Berlin recently, says the
Indianapolis News" 1t is the new
Geological Garden restaurant, in which
10000 people can dine at the same time
beneath the roof. while the open air ter
races, for use in summer. can accommo-
date another 10000 diners. There are
1000 walters and a kitchen staff of 500
persons n
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
SPARKS FROM MAINE WIRES.

Inc pattieship Nebraska which helped
Iofilaha celebrate the Fourth. sailed
Wednesday for Boston.
'ohh Bowler aged IS years, died at
the hospital at Portland Wednesday as
result of injuries sustained Friday in
tue Grand Trunk yard. Bowler went
70 sleep under freight car and when
,he car was moved 1t took off one leg
ana broke the other. He claimed to be-
ions IN Lawrence. but no relatives have
peen located. An inquest will be held.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
Three Victims at Fitchburo.

Fitchburg. Mass. July 5-The heat
claimed three victims in the vicinity
of this city today Eben Smith, a drug
clerk, died at the hospital. where he
had been taken for treatment after be-
ing Frustrated and Mrs. Martha A.
lockwood. aged 10. succumbed at her
home on Wayeriy place.
Mrs. Sarah r. Woodbridge died at
her home in the adjacent village of
Lunenburg aged Sc years.
Numerous prostrations We're report
ed. The mercury climbed above the
century mark.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
One Death at Mortified. N. n.

Mortified, N. H.. July 5.-The excess
siye heat OF the last four days was df-
reetly responsible for the death today
OF Mrs. George Fogg, 20 years of age.
Mrs. Fogg resided on farm in the
outskirts of the town. Several members
of the family We're affected by the heat
and the dead womans grandson, Har-
ley Fogg, was unconscious for "a hours,
but revived tonight. He is five years OF
age. The thermometer today register
ed above the 100 mark
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
LANsDoWNE's AMENDMENT
Passed by British House of Lords by
Vote of 253 to 46.

London. July 5.-The House of Lords
tonight by vote of z53 to 46 passed
Lord Lansdowne's amendment to the
veto Dill which provides that no bill
aHeetihg the existence of the crown or
protestants' accession or the establish
ment OF a national parliament or body
with legislative powers in any portion
Oh the kingdom. or which, in the judg
Hieht OF a joint committee of the two
houses raises an issue of great gravity,
shai receive royal assent until 1t has
Dten submitted to the referendum
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
STORM SWEEPS HoLYokE.
Heavy Damage in Connecticut Valley
Rainfall of 5.65 inches.

Springfield. Mass, July Bone OF the
most terrific thunderstorms that has beer
known for many years visited a portion
Of The Connecticut valley late today Light.
ming rain, hail and wind combined 10 dc
heavy damage. Railroad lines were tied
up telephone service paralyzed, roads rem
dered impossible, houses unroofed and
burned. and ether damage inflicted.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
RELIEF FOR PORTLAND.
Sea Breeze and Falling Temperature
Inland Towns Still Swelter.

Portland. Me. July 5.-The heat
situation was greatly relieved in this
city today by sea breeze and falling
temperature. but in the country towns
away from the ocean the same uncom-
Portable temperature of the past three
days continued. The maximum temper
allure in the city was So and il ranged
between "a and so most of the day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
THREE DEAD-Slx DYING.
Nearly SO Casualties July Fourth in
City of Pittsburg, Pa.

Pittsburg. July 5.-Three dead and is
injured, six of whom may die is the local
casualty list in connection with the
Fourth OF July celebration. OF the dead,
two are children who were burned in
hrecracker accidents, while It. NJ Kenna.
aged %, was struck In the head by a
spent bullet and killed while sitting be-
side his wife in one of the parks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
Richest Mark at Cleveland.

Cleveland. Ohio. July "a lake breeze
this afternoon caused the mercury 10 drop
several degrees after il had reached 90
degrees in the weather bureau and 1852 at
the kiosk in the street. the highest p&fks
since July 3 1897.
The deaths of eleven babies today are
attributed TO the heat.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
Not a Fish Story,
Just a Hen Story.

Lowell. Mass. July 5.-Gilbert
Wright of Chelmsford, reports that a
setting of eggs which the hen had
abandoned when almost ready to hatch,
Matched out without the hens assist
ance at the finish. The heat has been
so intense that it drove the hen off
the nest, but it was warm enough for
the atmosphere to take the pAsee of
the hen Up to tonight 10 eggs had
expected.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
ATWOOD DELAYS TRIP
For Purpose of Giving Exhibitions at
Atlantic City.

Atlantic City. y. j., July al will
be in Atlantic city until further notice
Under present arrangements | will not
make the last leg of my flight tc
Washington until Friday or Saturday
was the announcement made at noon
today by Harry \. Atwood. the avia-
tor. who flew from Governors Island
to tbs city yesterday. Atwood says
the Stlantic City Aero Club has per
suadcd him to tarry here a few days
to give exhibition flights along tht
beach. starting this afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
WeII.known Lowell Citizens Die.

Lowell, Mass, July 1.-Two well-known
Lowell residents died from the effects of
the heat today Elisha j. Neale president
OF the Appleton National Bank and a we'll
known figure IN business life here for many
years, died suddenly at Sheiburne Falls
where he had gone to spend the holiday
His age was ca years
Moses ~yman. former city officia. and
well known. died at his home from the Ell
fects OF the heat He was 50 years old.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
Death and Prostrations at Lynn.

Lynn. Mass. July 5.-The terrific
heat continued today and killed Mrs.
Sarah Rich aged "a years a grand
daughter of Daniel Townsend of Lynn
field, who was killed in the battle of
Lexington.
The telephone service was interrupt
ed when a number Of young women
telephone operators We're overcome
with the heat. The postmaster dis
continued several mail collections.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
Undertaken Killed by Heat.

Hudson, Mass, July 5.-While J. Henry
Herrick, local undertaken. was engaged
in preparing The body of Mary Thornton
Wheeler for burial today he dropped dead
OF heart failure brought on by the heat.
Another undertaken was called in TO COM
plete the embalming of Mrs. Wheeler and
to care for Herrieks body.
Herriek was 81 years of age and l. sur
yived by widow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
Qrnuninn al Lawrence.

Lawrence, Mass. July 5.-Nineyear-old
John Rosinsky, who was one of the best
swimmers among the boys of his age was
drowned while seeking relief from the in
tense heat in the Merrimac river today,
He was swimming about 20 feet of shore
in the best CT spirits when he suddenly
sank from sight ana never came np. 1t
is supposed that he was seized with cramps
The body was recovered.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
Two Aged Men Dead in Woods.

Woburn, Macs, July 5.-Lying side by
side, John r. Hill and Mathew DAILY. both
aged 50 years and life long friends. were
found dead early today in the Green street
woods. victims of heat prostration.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
THE c. e. CONVENTION
Assembling at Atlantic City-D
Ciark's Re- election Assured.

Atlantic City, y. j., July 5.-Four
thousand delegates to the 25th Inter
national Christian Endeavor Conven-
ton registered at their hotel, headquar
tiers during the day. At least 1000
more are expected before the, formal
opening of the sessions tomorrow.
Among the arrivals are score of the
big men of the country who are to ad-
dress the huge gathering
Rev. Dir. Francis f. Clark.5tounder
OF the first Christian Endeaver Society
in 1881, now president of both the
United Society of Christian Endeavor
and the Worlds Christian Endeavor, is
without opposition for reelection.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
Providence Mercury at 1o6.

Providence. r. l.. July 5-The hot wealth.
er continued here undated today. A. noon
the Official thermometer registered 81 Al
the hospitals the doctors were called up
on TO attend three cases of heat prostra-
lions. The general temperature downtown
was excessive and the unofficial mercury
rose as high as 1O6
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
COSTLY ROMAN CANDLE.
kaylor, Penn, Wiped Out by July 4
Firs-Loss $4,000.

Kaylor. Penna.. July 5.-This mining
town practically wiped out by fire
early today, which is supposed to have
originated from Roman candle All the
principal business places were destroyed.
causing loss OF $4,000.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
Pittsburg Reports 27 Deaths.

fttsburg, July 5.-The thermometer
registered 30 degrees shortly before noon
today There have been q deaths and IS
prostrations in this city since the hot
spell began last Friday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06

iaho owner In Japan owns the sur
race and products of the surface of the
land only all minerals under the sur
face appertain not to him, but to the
Japanese Government
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06

Never leave home on Journey without
a bottle of Chamberlain's Collie, Cholera
and Diarrhoea Remedy. 1t is almost
certain to be needed and cannot be OH
tanned when on board the cars or stearn-
ships For sale everywhere. -
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06

level the mercury climbed TO los de-
grees.
Relief may come on Friday, accord
ing TO the weather forecaster who said
a high pressure area was moving to-
ward Chicago from the Northwest.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06

James Robinson. 3-months-o son OF
james II. Robinson died from heat
prostration today.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
Three Deaths at Auburn, NJ. Y.

Auburn, n. Y. July "A temperature
that reached 1I6 here today caused three
deaths.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
House Adiourns to Saturday.

Washington, July 5.-After brief
session the House today adjourned un-
til Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06
DEATH LEWISTON.

Three Months Old Boy Dies from Heat
Prostitution.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-07-06

Lewiston. Ne, July 5.-Lawrence
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RELIEF PROMISED.

CONTINUED from Page one.)
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POPE'S APPLAUSE.

Continued from Page One)
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1911-02-15
TO give FREE LECTURE
G. w. Masterson to Lecture Tonight at
Salvation Army-WilI Use Sttere-
opticon Views.

G. w. Masterson will give a stere-
opticon lecture in the Salvation army
hall tonight. Mr.. Masterson is a mem
Der of the American Purity federation
and is representing the federation in
this state, and he accompanied At
torney Roe his recent tour.
Mr.. Masterson interviewed the of
fcials of the Salvation army for the
purpose of securing permission to
speak to a mixed assembly in their
hall this evening, at o'clock. His
subject will be The Psychological En-
feet of Early Education on High Ideals.
judging from communications given
his work and his credentials as well
as extracts from mis- former addresses
the authorities believe that his ability
tC speak intelligently and convincingly
On mis- subject canrot be doubted. A
voluntary offering will be taken.
Mr.. Masterson spoke before the min
!sterial association this morning at
10 o'clock at the Y. M C. A, using the
same subject.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1911-02-15
M'VEY TALKS
AT HIGH SCHOOL
PRESIDENT or STATE uNIvER-
sITY TOLD THE LOCAL STU
DENTS SOMETHING OF THE u.
AND THE ADVANTAGES or
STUDYING THERE.

Pres. F. L. McVey of the University
Of North Dakota delivered an address
before the students Of the Fargo high
school this morning.
Mr.. Mcvey spoke of the rapid
growth of the university and the many
advantages there for those looking for
knowledge. He said the University Of
North Dakota was founded in 1888
there then being but one building. In
1890 there were two buildings seven
instructors and seventy-f1 students;
in 1900 four buildings, 421 students,
twenty seven instructors; and at the
present time fifteen buildings, ninety
three instructors and a little short OF
1000 students.
The distinguishing difference between
the university and other institutions of
the state were mentioned. Mr.. Mcvey
said that the normal schools turn out
teachers the agricultural school the
farmers, but the university covers all
fields of economical, professional and
business education. He said a man
who makes success in business must
be reliable, intelligent and Industrious
@'AAs NAI W AAiGlltAOAtCd LLldIy VI Tie
different courses at the university
medicine, law, etc. He spoke
of the course for nurses. "a young
lady, said President McVey, after
her high school course can
take one year Of training at the North
Dakota university, then enter one of
the hospitals and two years later re-
ceive her certificate as a nurse"
The extension division was also
spoken of, which means that lectures
and correspondence are carried on for
those who cannot attend the school in
person.
President McVey spoke to the eco
nomic class later in the morning. He
described clearly the contrast between
he industrial evolution in England and
The industrial evolution in the United
States.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1911-02-15
THE GREAT CARNIVAL
Big Athletic Circus, With Hair Rails.
ing Stunts and All Accessories
at Fargo College.

What will probably be the biggest
event undertaken at Fargo college for
several years occurs Tuesday, Feb 1,
at the college on the hill This is to
be giant athletic carnival given
under the auspices of the athletic as
ISOLATION of Fargo college.
For several weeks, the chairman
and members of the various commit
tees have been at work securing con-
cesRlons, working up stunts" ar
ranging and organizing this great af-
fair. Everything that goes with a big
carnival, side shows, dime museums,
dancers, music, ETC., will be seen on the
rialto on the second floor of Dill
hall.
The third floor is being made into
a great amphitheatre where the circus
with all its wonderful attractions OF
hair-raising feats, wonderful exhibit
lions of strength and skill, win take
place. James Sharp, chairman of the
whole, and Coach Watkins, who Is
managing the ticket sale. are working
to make this first event of It's kind
at the college a whirlwind success.