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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10
CONDENSED DISPATCHES.

Mrs Katherine Lent Stevenson of
Boston was elected president of the
Massachusetts Womans Christian
Temperance Union for 18th consecu-
tive term at the annual State con-
vention, which closed, Wednesday. at
Boston. Other officers who have been
associated with Mrs. Stevenson in the
work of the organization, the past
year or more. were also reelected.
William Wilcox, aged 26, and mar
ried, a telegraph operator in the sig
nal tower at Saybrook JUNCTION on the
Shore Line division of the New Haven
Road. was crushed to death at Say
brook. CT, Tuesday afternoon, when
four freight cars crashed into the tow
er. burying him under the wreckage.
The freight ears jumped bumper
while being shunted into siding The
tracks were blocked for several hours
The first theft of the year from
Harvard dormitory was reported
Tuesday afternoon, by j. r. Watkins,
Freshman living in Little's block,
Massachusetts avenue. An overcoat.
a suit of clothes and his evening dress
had been stolen from his room, dur
ing his absence. They We're valued
at s75.
Shortly before noon, Tuesday Ethel
C. Bradbury, the 6-months- old daugh-
ter of Francis r. Bradbury, Middle
boro, was instantly killed and her
mother seriously hurt, when struck by
a Bridgewater bound car of the Bay
State line within sight of their home,
just left her home, carrying her in
FAINT daughter in one arm and hold
ing her 4-year- son, Milton, with
the other. to take them out for
walk. They We're going toward the
car track, and the motorman, A. L.
Clifford. on seeing her, slowed down
the car. The boy ran directly in the
path of the oncoming ear. His moth
err pulled the boy out of harms way,
but could not save herself
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10
FOR A SOFT, vELvETY SKIN
AND BRIGHT, FLUFFY HAIR

Fall winds have a peculiarly bhghtlng
effect on the delicate skin and proper
safeguards should be used to protect IL
A highly meritorious lotion can be made
at little cost by dissolving ounces spur
max in either " pint witch hazel or hot
water and adding teaspoonfuls giycer-
inc. This dries quickly, is invisible when
on and imparts that soft tint of healthy
iotion serves every purpose of powder
and makes clear and beautiful any COM
plexion. - -,
.'Stringy," unmanageable hair Is the
result Of improper shampooing. a very
satisfactory shampoo for fall Is pre-
pared by dissolving a teaspoonrul can
throx in cup hot water. rms makes
a rich. bland lather that removes every
atom of dust, dandruff and excess Oil and
after rinsing, the hair dries quickly with
a rich, even color and gloss. CantnroX
shampoos make the hair fury ana en-
courage a thick. long growth
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10
WINTHROP.
House.

1t was voted at the last regular meet
ing of the Odd Fellows to give a ban
quet, Thursday.
DR. and Mrs. W. B. Sanborn are enjoy
ing an automobile trip to Quebec
Mrs. Asa Maxwell of Morton street is
the owner of cactus with IS blossoms.
Mrs. II. B. Maxfield visited, Wednes-
day, in Lewiston.
Misses Eta and Britta Maxim and
Mrs. Ed Smith visited friends in Wayne,
Wednesday.
The Ladies Aid of the Methodist
church held delightful meeting with.
the president, Mrs Frank Pettingin,
Tuesday evening. 1t was voted to make
extensive repairs on the kitchen, and to
purchase new cook stove. A Harvest
supper will be held Oct II. followed by
an entertainment The committee for
the supper is; Mrs. Carrie French, Mrs
E. P. Libby and Mrs. j. H. Pinkham AT
this meeting Mrs f. P. Libby was elect
ed secretary and Mrs. Ruth Webb treas
urer.
The lwoman's Relief Corps school of
instruction was held, Wednesday, at
Monmouth and the following ladies from
Winthrop attended: Mrs. Annie Hegar-
ty. Mrs Amanda Putnam, Mrs. Nellie
Page Mrs Bina Penney. Mrs. Annie
Haynes, Mrs. Angie Libby, Mrs. Rose
Shaw, Mrs. Carrie Wyman, Mrs Ruth
Webb. Mrs. Cora Edwards, Mrs. F. c.
Reed, Mrs. Edith Carleton. Mrs Mary
McIlroy. Mrs. Margaret Foster. Mrs
Maude Maeomber Mrs. Sarah Gatchell
The October meeting of the w. c. r.
U. was well attended The program in
cluded reports of the convention held at
Auburn by the delegate, Mrs. J. H.
Pinkham, also remarks on the conven-
ton by Mrs. Almira Adams and Mrs.
Phoebe Pinkham and a piano solo by
Mrs. Carleton Wood. The following pro-
gram committee was elected: Mrs C.
F. Sargent, Mrs. Charlotte Sleeper and
Mrs. TT. A. Clifford
Ladies have been waiting expectant-
ly for Miss Clara A. Libby to have her
fall and winter millinery opening.
Expect "style''rpf the large. cities in
this exhibit ssH
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Wonderful demonstration of the
world famed Wiss shears, scissors,
razors and all kinds of fine cutlery.
At the Brooks Hardware Co.'s store
YOU can now see an exhibit such as
YOU likely never saw. A factory ex-
pert will demonstrate the remarkable
cutting qualities of Wiss cutlery. You
will see dainty little embroidery scis-
sors. massive tailor shears and shears
and scissors for every conceivable use.
Don't fail to take advantage of TINS
demonstration. The window exhibit
is quite fascinating.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

A meeting of the general committee
from the various organizations of the
winthrop Street Baptist church was
held, Wednesday evening, for the pur-
pose of perfecting plans in regard 10
the entertainment course to be given at
that church The general committee or
ganized with the choice of Hon. George
E. Macomber as chairman; Rev. B. p.
Hope as vice chairman; Miss Inez
Creighton, secretary; and Il. f. Weston,
treasurer. A publicity committee was
appointed consisting of B. L. Carter.
II. A Merrill, V. II. Dunning and w. s.
Wilson.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10
Memorial for Mrs. Edward SibIey.

Mrs, Amos T. Clement, president of
the Travellers Club. paid glow
ing tribute, at meeting held,
Tuesday, to the late Mrs. Ed
ward Sibley. for eight years the clubs
honored president. Eloquent apprecia-
tions We're also given by Mrs. Fred
Brown and Mrs Charles NJ. Craig, and
two of the favorite poems of the late
president We're read, by Miss Mabel
Matthews, and Miss Caroline Field.
Following this, the Federation Col
leet of which Mrs. Sibley was very
fond, was repeated in chorus. A re-
port of the memorial will be sent to
the Maine Federation of Women's
Clubs
Regent Lucy Cochran of the John
Cochran Chapter, ID. A. r., gave a
beautiful memorial and a committee
consisting of Mrs. Amos f. Clement,
Mrs f. F. Frost and Miss Emroy
CHM, Mas chosen to drawy.s resou-
tons. A memorial. to be written by
Mrs Charlotte T'horndike Sihley Hill
ton, only daughter of the late Mrs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10
Didn't Fear for Mamma.

The Cleveland Plain Dealer says:
\ Lakewood woman was recently
reading to her little boy the story or
a young lad whose father WAS taken
i'll and died, after which he set himself
diligently to work to support himself
and mother. When she had finished
the story, she sand:
Dear Billy. if your papa We're TO
die, would you work to support your
dear mammal"
"Naw!' said Billy, Unexpectedly
But why not?'
''Ain't we got a good house to live
in9"
Yes. dearie-but we can't eat the
house, you know
Amt there a lot o stuff in the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10
BIoodine Blood and Kidney Tablets
Cure Kidney and Bladder Diseases
by Curing the Cause.

The Bloodine Corporation. Boston. Mass
Gentlemen
Kindly 4send me six boxes of Blooltne
Blood and Kidney Tablets. They nave
helped me more than any remedy have
ever taken. / am$ old, ruptured and
suffer much from Kidney and Bladder
Trouble l have only a few doses left. of
the sample box yoi, sent me, so kindf%
send Tablets promptly.
Yours truly Thomas Taylor, Adamss Ill.
b. Earle Bither, Kinsman Pharmacy.
Special Agt.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

The steam roller was at work a few
hours, Wednesday evening. on the
new piece of macadamized road that
is being laid on Water street in front
of the postoffice. 1t was necessary to
roll the road down, during the eve
ming, before the tar which was put
on, Wednesday afternoon, got a
chance to cool thoroughly, for if it
had been left until Thursday morn
ing it would have been impossible to
have leveled the road in proper
manner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10
Was Helpless = Now Well.

Trenton, Mo-" About two years ago
had female trouble and inflammation so
bad that l was literally helpless and had
to be tended like baby. l could not
move my body or lift my foot for such
severe pains that had to scream. Twas
very nervous and had weakness.
Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Com
pound has helped me to such an extent
that think there is no medicine like it
for female troubles. l am up and able
to do my work again and give you full
permission to publish my letter for the
sake of other suffering women. - Mrs.
W.T.. PURNELL, 320-1 10th St. Trenton, Mo
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Ali Royal Arch Masons in good
standing are cordially invited to at
tend.
Every companion receiving one of
these notices is requested to notify
Immediately the council officers of
his Chapter of the date and purpose
of this meeting.
Fraternally yours,
FRANK f. SLEEPER,
Grand Lecturer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10
Bull Moose,
Attention J!

Thefeswn beSa meeting of the eiti-
zens of Augusta ON Thursday. Oct, 10.
at & o'clock in the evening, at City hail.
for the purpose of perfeeting an or
gani2ation made up of those who de-
sire to associate themselves with a
Bull Moose Club.
Everyone, without regard to past
political affiliations who believes in
clean. progressive politics and the prin-
ciples as generally advocated by the
Progressive party and its candidates,
is cordially invited to be present.
CHARLES S. HIcHBoRN.
= CHARLES A. MILLIKEN.
ANSoN NJ. GODDARD.
POWER s. MOONEY.
f.. NJ. THOMPSON.
CHARLES C. MOSHER.
H. f. FOLSOM
: WALTER II. DAVIS.
+ HENRY T.. DUNNACK.
CHARLES f. MARSTON.
r. z. HOPE.
SMITH S RANDALL.
CLAYTON d. B0OTHBY.
SAML L. HUNTINGTON
HENRY T. ELMORE.
cHAS.. r. MCNAMARA.
Il. w. CHURCH.
DAN1EIfJ. RICE.
~ : Ociadft
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

me alone for FIVE minutes at time.
"Now have been restored to health
and it has come from taking Lydia E.
Pinkham S Vegetable Compound. When
ever see suffering woman / want ia,
tell her what this medicine has done
for me and / will always speak a, good
word for it. - Mrs. ROBERT BLANK
ENsHIP, Elliston, Va, Montgomery Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Pinkham's Vegeta-
BILE Compound has
done for me. / was
a sufferer from fe-
male troubles and
had been confined in
bed over one third of
my tim e for tie n
months. l could not
do my homework
and had fain ting
spells so that myhus-
band could not leave
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

About So girl friends of Miss Anna
Hussey of yassalboro met, "Wednesday
evening, at the home of Mrs. FRANK
Holmes, Gannett street, and tehdef-
ed her a linen shower in honor OF her
approaching marriage. the evening
Was pleasantly passed playing whist.
Refreshments were served by the nos
tess.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10
AN OFFICIAL NOTICE
From the Grand Royal Arch Chapter
Of the State of Maine.
Office of the Grand Lecturer.
Sabbatus, Oct. Q. 1912

Companions:
In accordance with the action of the
Grand Chapter, School of Instruc
ton VIII be held
At Brunswick, Friday. Nov. 1. at >
O'clock p NJ, to be followed by work
in the evening by st. Pauls Chapter
Instruction will be given by the
Grand Lecturer in the ritual and Sc
cret work of the several degrees.
1t is earnestly desired that every
High Priest, King and Scribe in this
jurisdiction who can, possibly Go SO,
may he present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

The II. b. Sawyer farm agency has
solo the Ellen NJ. Coss farm, located
in the town of Pittston, on the state
road. about five miles from the city oil
Gardiner, to Chas. f. Hale of Augusta
Mr.. Hale win take possession at once
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Miss Carol Martin. who is employed
in Fre1port. arrived in this city on
tho so p NJ train Wednesday, Tor
visit to her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. W.
$. Martin.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Invitations are being sent out by the
Rerean Brotherhood of the Penney
Memorial church to a Venison supper,
which is to be held at p. NJ, Mon
day, Oct. IA, at the dining room OF
the church,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

pantry?"
YES, but that won't last forever"
''it'!I last till you git another hus-
band. went it? You're pretty good
locker, MAJ
Mamma gave up, right there.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

This is food chopper season and
Swift & Turner Co. are strong in this
line They would also advise house
keepers to use 2 quart jars for all
picking purposes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Lawrence Purinton, a member of the
Freshman class of Cony High school
WILL leave, Thursday forenoon, for 9
short visit to relatives in Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Mr.. and Mrs. George f. Gilmore ana
Mrs. Dora Ripley of Burnham came
to Augusta on the sos F. M. train.
Wednesday, TO pass a brief visit with
Mr.. and Mrs. c. f. Purinton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10
A Marvellous Escape.

my little boy had marvellous es-
CAPE writes =, r. Bastiams of Prince
Albert, Cape of Good Hope "It occurred
in the middle of the night. He got
very severe attack of Group. As luck
would have it, | had large bottle of
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy in the
house. After following the directions for
an hour and twenty minutes he was
through all Danger For sale by all
dealers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Mrs. Sarah Hayden. superintendent of
the Augusta General hospital. has return
ed from Detroit. Mich, where she at
tended convention of hospital superin-
tendents. which she found very interest
ing and profitable. She returned by way
of Montreal and was absent in all about
two weeks
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Miss Matte Kendall and Miles
Dudley of East Nit. Vernon were in thu
city, Wednesday afternoon, having
made the trip by automobile.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

The new stock of rubber goods IN
the window Of the Coughlin pharmacy
is attracting great deal OF attention
The quality OF the goods is of the nm
est and the prices are right. See his ad
In another column.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

y George V. Finlayson of Waterville was
admitted, Wednesday, to the Augusta
General hospital, where he is undergoing
treatment for an injured leg.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Miss Ethel Libby, Wednesday, picked
a fully budded trailing arbutus on Betsey
Howard hill. To find a mayfiower at
this season of the year is so unusual
that the finder of the bud brought it TO
the Journal office for inspection.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

7 II. G. Barker Co.'s fur window
shows line of styles a home manu-
facturer may well feel proud of.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

/ Rev. and Mrs. Clayton d. Boothby
are in Portland, this week, in attend
ance upon the meeting of the Amerl-
can Board of Commissioners for For
eign Missions.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Regular meeting of the Morrill, Com
mandry, U. o. G. c., viii be held, the
second and fourth Tuesdays of each
month.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Ernest E. Decker of Portland, MEM
Der of the Republican State commit
tee from Cumberland county, was a
visitor in the city, Wednesday, and
over night at the Augusta
House
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Miss Inez Wright has returned to her
home in Readfield, after enjoying "a
short visit with friends in this cityf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10
LOCAL NOTICE.

The Augusta Woman's Association
will hold food sale on Saturday, oct
II, at their rooms, 216 Water street
fro,, IN 6. oct10d2t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Sibley will be published in the Amer
lean Monthly. the organ of the Ma
tional Daughters of the American
Revolution.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Hon. W. NJ. Osborn of Pittsfield was
a visitor. Wednesday. in the city and
called at the State House on several
matters of business. Mr.. Osoorn was
one of the. senators from Somerset
county in the 18th Legislature.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

The f. L. Newbert Agency has sold
the Mslry l.. Carver property, situated
at 20 Sews.ll street to Chester G..
Overlook.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

The Nurses Alumnae will hold a
private dancing party, Thanksgiving
night, at City hall, for their sick bene-
fit fund.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Carleton w. Smith. inspector for the
Boston Board of Fire Underwriters. has
returned home, after passing a week
with his aunt, Mrs. O. r. Wellman.
Grove street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Miss Flora Brindley, formerly OF
Augusta, but now of Winthrop, was
in the city, "Wednesday, calling on
friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Mr. and Mrs. Charles w. Curtis will
leave, Thursday, for Boston, where
they will visit for week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Mr. and Mrs. Leon G. c. Brown of
Milo were in the city, Wednesday,
and were registered at Hotel North.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10
Daily kennsbse Jcurna,
LOCAL BRIEFS.

Harry Hewitt OF Belgrade Depot was
a business visitor Wednesday. in the
city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Can't look well, eat we'll. or feel well
with impure blood. Keep the blood pure
with Burdock Blood Bitters. Eat SIM
ply. take exercise. Keep clean, and good
health is pretty sure to follow. $100
bottle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Barber's Union will be held, at SIS
p. NJ, Thursday. at Willett's barber
shop, corner of State and Winthrop
streets.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Miss Ruth Redmond and Miss Grace
Gordon are at the Augusta General hos
pital, undergoing treatment for tonsils.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

The Helping Hand Sewing Circle
will meet Thursday afternoon, with
Mrs. William Sampson. Hospital
street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Hives, eczema, itch and salt rheum sets
YOU crazy. Can't bear the touch of your
clothing. Doan's Ointment is fine for
skin itching All druggists sell it, soc.
box
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Mrs. David MeNichol of Philadelphia
is visiting Mrs. r. E. Redmond, 49
School street
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10
SHE SUFFERED
TEN MONTHS
Mrs. Blankenship Tells of Her
Restoration to Health by
Lydia E. Pinkham's Veg.
etable Compound.

Elliston, Val feel it my duty to
express my thanks for what Lydia E.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Plenty of golden bantam corn
Locke's, this morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

Don't use harsh psysics. The reaction
weakens the bowels, leads to chronic
Get Doan's Regulets.
They operate easily. 25c. at all stores.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-10-10

my child was burned terribly about
the face, neck and chest | applied DIR.
Thomas Eclectic Oil The pain ceased.
and the child sank into restful sleep"
Mrs. Nancy NJ. Hanson. Hamburg, n.
The Cairo bulletin., 1912-09-26
ANNA
(R. E. Atkins, Correspondent

Dir. J. J. Hale made a professional
visit TO Dongola Monday
Mrs. P. c. Willoughby and two
sons, Ford and John, are the guests
of friends in Cairo this week.
Mrs, j. F. Powell returned the
first of the week from Greenville,
III, They will move to that city in
the near future
Rev. ]. Y. Reid, pastor Of the First
NJ E. church is in Cairo this week
attending the Southern Illinois con-
ference that is in session in that
city
Mrs. W. r. Humphrey and daugh-
ter, Lucille. of st. Louis, are the
guests of the family of Rev. f. w.
McClusky in this city.
Rev. Lawrence Smith, Of Lebanon,
H., was in Anna Tuesday enroute
to the NJ. f. conference at Cairo.
Roy Keith, of Alto Pass, was in
Anna Tuesday on business.
Rev. and Mrs. A. G. Phelps and
children, of Macedonia, H., We're in
anna the first of the week. Mrs,
Phelps and the children will spend
the week with her parents, Dr.. and
Mrs. B. j. Johnson, on North Green
street, and Rev, Phelps will attend
the NJ d. conference at Cairo.
win Poole left Tuesday for st.
Louis, where he will enter Washing
ton university for the winter term.
Owen Bird, of this city also attends
school in st. Louis.
The two public water troughs have
been completed and are now in use.
These will be great benefit to the
farmers.
The local Womans Club will give
a play in Miller's opera house Friday
night 1t is understood that the
proceeds will be used in erecting
drinking fountains in the city.
The Cairo bulletin., 1912-09-26

Quoted by J. f Harmon. was well
attended.
Rev. Harmon is a man full of the
broad Christian spirit. His appeal
was for a greater and more complete
for service among the
ministers as we'll as among the lay
men The exact idea, or keynote OF
his appeal was ten per. cent in
crease over las. year among all de-
partments of benevolence and
Christian endeavor.
Mr. Harmon il distinctly practi-
cal and he not only states a situation
plainly but suggests potent argu-
ments and remedies.
Home Missions.
The downpour Of rain in the even
ing did not have the least apparent
effect Oh the crowd that came To hear
the address by Ward Platt on the
subject OF Home Missions and
Church Extension. Rev. Chas. NJ.
Boswell was scheduled TO deliver this
discourse, but he was very ably rep
resented in Rev Plat, who is most
master in dealing with
an audience. Rev. Platt spoke with
aarnestness on q subject that was
near his heart Some of the things
he uttered were not entirely new to
his hearers, bus they were presented
in a new way and in a novel manner
and the hour passed quickly and
with much enjoyment and profit to
the LISTENERS.
Some OF the pertinent remarks
were Us follows:
The American is the staggering
problem Of Home Missions. It is
growing more and more complicated
all the time"
The Ladies' Home Missionary So
ciety determined the successful oper-
alton Of the Board OF Home Missions
and Church Extension last year"
Over 1000 church get help from
thu church extension fund each
year"
One mans donation to the Named
Loan Fund of the Church Extension
has amounted already to over four