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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
". S. HEATH POST
ELECTS OFFICERS

W. S. Heath Post. No. IA. G. A. r..
elected officers. Thursday evening, as
follows: Commander, Sylvester
Haynes: senior vice commando, James
H. Coombs; junior vice commander.
John M. Pettigrew; surgeon. Oscar r.
Mayo; officer of the day. George A.
Wilson: quartermaster. Arson o. LIB
by; officer OF the guard. Sylvester s.
Wormell: chaplain, Frederick ID. Lunt:
delegate to department convention.
John NJ. Pettigrew; alternate. Oscar f.
Mayo. They win be installed the first
meeting in January.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
GOLDEN CROSS.
WatsrslHe Comn1andery Meets,
THURSDAY Evening. and Elects Of
ficers.

Officers of Wateryilie commandery,
United Order of the Golden Cross,
were elected at the regular meeting.
held Thursday evening. as follows:
Mrs Emma Woodford, noble grand /:
Grace Cater, vice noble grand; Nina
Bickford. prelate; Mary Dean, keeper
of records; Edward Brann, financial
keeper Of records; Abbie Priest, treas
urer; Leon Brann, worthy herald; Ma
~ Partridge, warden of inner gate
Alice Sellers, warden Of outer gate;
Mrs May Delisle, past noble COM
mander;; Edith keene, Eliza White,
representatives to the grand com
mandery; Mary Dean and Marie Dus-
ty aiternates Luke Ivers, Leon
Brann, Albert Bibber trustees Mrs
Nellie Brann was recommended as
commandery deputy. One candidate
was initiated, and IL applications were
received. Officers will be installed the
first meeting in January.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
auneIe Toms Cabin

The surprise of Friday evening in
Watery.iie was the fact that the good
old Uncle Toms Cabin drew a
crowded house at the City Opera
house. which was as much interested
In this never failing production as the
first audience that ever saw the play.
With few modern improvements, ii
was mitch the same as the old-time
Uncle Toms. and had the same power
over tears and laughter that it had OF
yore Eliza going across the ice. Uncle
Tom. Topsy. all were as good as ever
ana we're intensely interesting to the
zEdisnce. which occupied every seat
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
Church Notices.

First Universalist church, Rev. J. w
Steele pastor: Preaching at 1890 A. NJ.
subject "Christ's Prayer for Oneness
Sunday school at Las A. NJ.
st. Matthew's church, Rev. w. +. Liv
ingston rector end Sunday in Advent
Morning service and sermon at 1913
O'Clock; Sunday school at ll.45 a. nj.
First Baptist church, Rev. Wylie II
Smith pastor 1880 A. NJ. subject, 'Hal
the Pulpit Had Its Day?' p. NJ sub
ject, to be announced; Sunday school a
Has A. NJ.
Methodist Episcopal church, Rev. II
l.. Nichols pastor: 1890, morning wor
ship with sermon by the pastor; 1rs5
Sunday school. 3. Junior League; z. eve
ming worship, preceded by song servic'
from the new singing books.
Old South Congregational church, Rev
Fred Weston Stanley pastor: Preaching
at 1920 A. M; subject, The Gosepl View
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

S. w. Leslie of this city, who is con-
nected with the Maine Central, has
been promoted to new position. with
headquarters in Bangor, and will move
there, Jan. /, with Mrs. Leslie. Mr..
and Mrs. Leslie have many intimate
friends in Wateryille who regret their
departure. Mrs. Leslie has been prom
fnent In the W. c. T. T. and the local
branch will miss her active aid. She
lived in Bangor when little girl, so
Is moving back to her old home, in
reality.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
THE GARMENT DEPARTMENT

AT Bell Bros, store offers reliable
coats. suits. skirts, dresses and waists
for ladies, misses and children-goo
that will endure hard wear, and yet
are stylish. 1t is the money value"
purchases that customers make here
from day to>day that make this de-
partment and this store popular.
Every dollar spent here is money we'll
invested.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

The Ladies' Aid Society of the
Pleasant Street church will meet, at
2.S0 Tuesday afternoon. with Mrs. A.
w. Pattee, "A Elm street. There
shold be full attendance as there
are several articles to be finished for
the annual fair. which will be held.
at p NJ. Wednesday. Dec. IL. in
the yestry of the church. Those who
have nonations for either the fancy
or the apron tables viii please bring
or send them to this meeting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
Modern Woodmen Election.

The waterFille Modern woodmen Of
America has elected officers as fol-
iorys- Consul. L E. Thomas: past con-
sui Clarence s. johnson; adviser, W.
I Sterling banker. Merle F. yarney;
xasclunan- Dan F. Getchell; sentry,
Percy T. Grant; escort, E. C. Niles:
rnansgrrfor three years, John B. Mar
TIN The installation exercises will be
held. Jan Is. 1913. and will be held
jointly with the Royal Neighbors OF
Arraertce.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

coffee. celery, crackers and cake were
served. There We're present as guests
of honor the associate members, Frank
Redington, Cyrus w. Davis. Nc. L.
Jones. John f. Nelson, Charles A. Al
len, w. w. Berry and DIR. ]. G. Towne.
Speeches were made by J. l.. Merrick,
past department commander; n. :.
Emery. Capt William Vaughan, A. o.
Libby, o. p, Richardson and others.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Thursday morning in the municipal
court at Portland before Judge John
F. A. Merrill, there was long hear
ing in the case of John A. Void,
charged with attempting to vote.
Monday. in Ward 3, on the name of
Martin r. Void. 1t was testified that
he did not give the name of Martin p.
Void, but of Martin Void. He was
not given a ballot and James A.
Comedian, his counsel, argued that
there was no possibility of his actu-
ally voting. Judge Merrill found Void
not guilty. Charles-E. owen pleaded
guilty to complaint alleging that
he attempted to vote fraudulently in
Ward and he was given jail SEN
tenee of so days. Warden William II
Sanborn of Ward 6 said that Owen
was intoxicated when he tried to vote.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
YOUR TASTE in FURNITURE
Gardiner. Me.
81 Highland Ava.

Can be fully gratified here. For our
display Includes all the modern and
period styles, and each example will
be found artistic in design, excellent
inequality and exquisite In finish. II
you do not care for suits or sets come
and see our splendid exhibit of in
diyidual pieces. The Holiday season
means gifts from the furniture line for
many and we invite your inspection.
Amesbury & Wakefield.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
Sunday School Tramp.

Rev. Fred Weston Stanley, pastor OF
the Old South Congregational church
will take. Saturday, the intermediate
department of the Sunday school over
to the Chelsea side, on a tramp. They
viii make fish chowder and have
luncheon, during the Journey Mr.
Stanley plans to organize troop OF
Boy Scouts in the near future and
the boys appear to be wide awake
for future plans.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
DON'T LET WASH DAY

Pass again unless you try Magic
Water" made right here in town and
gaining popularity every day. II is
not injurious to your clothes and
bottle of it will last quite n time Il
you follow directions. which are print
ed plainly on every bottle. Ask your
grocer for Magic Water" He sells
III
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
THE GREATER YOUR LOVE

OF music the greater will be your
appreciation of the Victor-Victrola.
This wonderful instrument reveals to
you in all their beauty many exquis-
lite musical masterpieces which you
have never heard before, which would
be otherwise absolutely lost. The
enjoyment it brings to the home is a
big thing in its favor. Victrolas and
Victor records at F. II. Woodburys.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
YOUR FLOWER ORDER

VIII be promptly attended to when
sent to The Augusta Flower Shop, 22l
Water street. This concern has y
way of packing cut flowers; set pieces,
etc, that insures perfect condition and
absolutely fresh flowers when deliver
ed, wherever you may wish them.
You'll like the quality of flowers sold
here. You'll like the reasonable prices
that prevail. Phone 4S6-W.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
R-u-e.s.E-R-s

For father, mother. brother and sis
ter The heavy working rubbers and
the lighter weights for walking. This
is real rubber weather and all sizes
are here. Cusick G. Lincoln have
placed fine line of rubber goods in
their store, this season. and are ready
to serve YOU. Don't wait until you
get a cold--get the rubbers before.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
: QUALITY COUNTS.

The making of candy and ice cream
is the business conducted by +. p.
Winslow, 292 Water Street. Mr. Wins
low, the proprietor of this establish
ment has been engaged in the manu-
facture of ice cream and candies of
kinds for fourteen years and is giving
the people Of Gardiner and vicinity
''fine quality, of both at his store.
You will like the candy here. 80.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
MARVEL BRAND"

OF canned goods are very popular
Indeed with the trade at ID. c. Skillins
Store. All kinds of vegetables IN
this brand are carried in stock and
the following fruits-peaches, pears,
blueberries, etc. When leaving your
order here or when phoning the same
to the store specify Marvel Brand
canned goods and you will be more
than pleased with the same. Phone
T51-W
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
KIDNEY TROUBLES.

Folks who have used Farnham's
Kidney Tablets speak volumes in
their praise-there is nothing any
better for Kidney troubles and are
for sale at e. II. Beane's Drug store.
When you buy a box of them you.
receive 100 and the cost is so cents.
Mailed to any address on receipt Of
price. Remember the name-"Farn-
hams Kidney Tablets"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

The L. II. Seper Co. has purchased
I'm. new delivery automobile. a Elan
ders, which will De of great service in
prompt delivery of all packages, an
other evidence of the -the-min-
ute policy OF this old established firm.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
WINTER WEATHER.

Brings with it colds, and serious
coughs for many members of your
family. Isn't that true? OF course
it is-it Is but natural that such a
thing should be-; When such thing
happens in your family just. visit
Jackson's Drug Store and purchase n
bottle of Cherry Bark Cough Syrup
for rs cents and you will then have a
wonder worker. - sst.o
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
cRoNk Has The DOUGH

And makes it into all shapes and
sizes that are sure to prove entieing
to the great eating public. A little
of your dough exchanged for
cooked batch of "Cronk's dough-
makes the stomach happy. Busy
bakers prepare many good things at
Cronk's Bakery every day. Made
right and baked right.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

The Food sale held by the w C 7.
u, Friday afternoon, at the e. l..
Craig stvre proved to be very success
full, all of the articles offered being
sold. A neat little sum was realized
by the ladies in charge.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Plans are. being perfected for So
clal dance to b siFea at City hail.
Friday evening, Dee. 10. by the class
of 1914, III. II s. Music will be fur
nished by the. Gushing Ballard Or
chestra of Augusta
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
A Word
to the wise

Before buying your candy for the
Holidays, look over my line. You
will find the choicest line of home
made candy here. Also numerous
other candies which are made by
first class confectionery houses. Ice
Cream all the year around. Sodas.
both hot and coldG5 Beef Tea and
Matted Milk. ta Re
Your family order for Ice Cream
will be delivered at short notice
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

The Junior II. and Il. League of the
First Universal;st Sunday school will
meet. at PM, Saturday, with Mrs,
Walter Bachelor. u Melville street,
Augusta. The children are asked to
be at the post office to take the Las
r. M. ear. Mrs. Chas X. Tilden will
be there to chaperone them to Au-
gusta.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

REV. Smaller Matthews, Colby
graduate, was elected president of the
Federal Council of the Churches OF
Christ IN America, at the session OF
the council In Chicago, Thursday aft
ernocn,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Frank L.
Carey extend them sympathy in the
death of their months-old daughter.
Doris. which occurred at their home,
Thursday morning, from pneumonia.
The funeral services were held, at p.
NJ, Friday, at Notre Dame church.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Say Leggetts when you. want the
best chocolates. A large and fresh
stock at Jackson's Drug store. Agents
for Rexall Remedies and Kantleek
Rubber Goods. Remember this store
when doing your Christmas buying
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
SKOWHECAN.

With the work planned for the local
/ r. NJ c. 4. there win be interesting
deVe,cpments, and the young men viii
have one Of the most aourishing clubs
in the State during the coming win
ter. The rooms now occupied by the
club over the fruit store on Water
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
HALLOWELL.
James W, Harvey, H. H. S.
1873 Football Captain.
WC.I.U. Plan Christmas Chair,
table Work Church Notices.
Sunday School Students Will Tramp
Through Chelsea, Saturday.

The II. H. S. Athletic Association
held q meeting, Friday, and James w.
Harvey was chosen captain of the
1918 football team and Donald Perry
elected manager. Harvey has filed the
position of quarterback, for the past
two years, and is well capable to ham
die the team.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Leon Berry. who has been attend
ing the Kent's Hill Seminary, was TAX
en- to his home in this city, Friday, by
his father, W. w Berry, suffering
from severe attack of indigestion.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Weber < Hewett's branch quotes
very low prices for candy, also grape
fruit and new lot of Grandmother
home made moIasses cookies and Ber-
lin sponge cake. Remember, it is very
low Saturday prices.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Mrs. A. C. Harrington, 50 Second
street, whose Illness has been noted
in the Kennebee Journal, is reported
as being very much better.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

The Ladies' Aid of the Methodist
church will hold its annual sale and
supper. Saturday afternoon and evening.
Dec. T. at Grand Army hall. Supper will
be served from to o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
WHITES CITY DRUG STORE

Announce the fact that they have
added to their line of toilet soaps,
perfumes and other requisites expect
ed to be found in a first class drug
store and customers here will no doubt
be pleased to hear of this news This
store is headquarters for pure drugs
and the toilet department here is now
well stocked indeed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Capt Ralph Smith, an aged water
willie resident, suffered a shock. at ms
home on Main street, Thursday eve
ming, bIt was reported to be better,
Friday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
JENKS
THE, CANDY MAN
MEN ARE PROUD
25s Water ST,
nov27&tu-s.tf

To hand out. the "a. B. NJ" cigar to
their friends There, is nocome- back
to this smoke of quality. The G. B.
NJ cigar is a ripe cigar but not dry.
Just in condition for a smooth, pleas
ant, satisfying smoke. You'll like
them. G. B. M. cigars sell for l0c.
G. B. Morse & Co.. Mfgrs. srA
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

The United States light house ten
der, Zizania, Capt. Ingersol, was in
the river at this point, Friday. taking
up the buoys.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Edward Kinsella of North White
field is a guest at the home of his un-
Gle, Edward Stafford, on Second street
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Miss Anna Shea of New York is a.
guest a. -fise home of ]. c. Philbriek,
West Gardinex.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Mr.. and Mrs. Mario Falconi are
receiving congratulations on the birth
of son, Glenwood George, born
Nov Is
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Lawrence Smith of the Acme the
alter went to Kennebunk. Friday,
where he is at the home of his
mother.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Miss Marie ouilette, nurse at the
Libby Memorial hospital, was the
guest, Friday, of relatives in Bangor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

E. F, Gardine5 who has been the
guest of w. p. Smith, School street. re-
turned Friday. to his. home in Ports
mouth, N. H..
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Mr.. and Mrs. G. II. g. Wing of Farm
ingdaie are on 81 two-weeks' trip to
Washington, ID. c..
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Mrs. F. C. Wise arrived, Friday.
from Portland, accompanied. by her
grandson. 1s; es3vss 8clgs
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

HORSE BLANKETS a PLENTY
Are displayed at Winslow P. Walkers
Store. Blankets for the stable at
$125. $40, $3.50. S1.75 and $500 and
street blankets, good quality, at $500.
$3.50 and $500. Your inspection is
invited.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

E. c. Wilbur of Hartford. Conn.,. was
the guest Friday of friends in this
city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

f. c. Burrill Of Portland called Thurs
day, on friends fn the city,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

James Ryan returned, Friday, to his
home in Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
WATfRvILLE.

II. S. Dodge of East Boothbay was
in waterville, Friday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

The Moonlight Club met, Thursday
evening" with Miss Florence York,
Central avenue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Edward c. Jones is confined To his
home, 102 Second street, by illness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

e. G. Wortltington of Providence, r.
J., was the guest Friday. of A. Bailey.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Rev. r. w. Plant of Christ church is
confined to the house by illness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

The John b.. Hubbard State Relief
Corps recently elected the following
officers to serve for the ensuing year.
President, Mrs, G. X. Tflden; vice
president. Mrs, Julia Bradbury; sec
rotary, Mrs. ELLEN Winter; treasurer,
Mrs. Catherine Brown; chaplain, Mrs.
Virginia Wilson: conductress, Mrs
Lillian Keene; guard, Mrs. Sadie Ma
son: past president, Mrs c. A. Huff
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07
The women's Christian Union al

The Women's Christian Union at
the meeting. Friday afternoon. at the
home of Mrs. Hattie r. Perry, laid
plans to arrange for their Christmas
contributions to be sent out the day
preceding Christmas for the poor OF
the city. They are asking for gifts of
money to be sent in by those who
have been contributing in other years
in ample time for the proper pur-
chases of needed gifts by the mem
bers of the local union. There are
many in need and none must be over
looked.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Only One "Bromo Quinine"
That is LAXATIVE BROMO QUINlNE.
Look for the signature of r.. w. GROVE
Cures. Cold in One Day, Cures Grip IN
Two Days. 25c.-Adv
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

Included in the lists Of approved Fire Appliances
Issued By the National Board Of Fire Underwater.
Approved BY the United States Steamboat Iuspee.
lion Service.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-07

of Greatness" T. NJ. ."The Poets Call
to the Heroic" Sunday school at li.4o
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-11

scored great success at the Garrick The
alter, New York. in new comedy en-
titled THE Senator Keeps House. by
Martha Morton, comes to the Columbia
Theater tomorrow evening for week S
engagement.
In the present play Mr.. Crane appears
in the role of Christopher Larkin, sena-
tor from the northwest. WidOwer, who
keeps house in Washington with his
nephew, who acts as his secretary. The
statesman is the watchdog of the conn.,
mittee on claims, fighting pension in
creases and claims arising from war
damages In his home he is constantly
losing his housekeepefs, as they fall In
love with him. A society leader (Mrs
Wallace) helps him out of his troubles
by getting him new servants. As she
Is a schemer and wants to marry him
herself she sees that the incumbents al
ways turn out unsatisfactory. The cur
tain rises with the latest houSekeeper on
the way with the servants in her train
An INSCRIPTIONS member of Congress,
who is engaged in pushing claims Tor
a consideration, calls on the senator as
he sits down to a breakfast prepared by
his valet. The caller is interested in the
Mason claim, held by a widow and
aversion. Finding the household again
upset. the member of Congress and Mrs.
Wallace bring claimant and child into the
home as its keepers.
The senator in a few weeks finds his
household revolutionized. He obtains all
the comforts he has so long desired. His
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-11

for the fact that her vocal gifts de-
veloped at far earlier age than is usual,
even in the warm climate of Italy, Tren-
TIM might now be a nun. After seven
years of convent life she entered the con-
servatory at Milan and seriously began
the study of the classic operas. At the
age of seventeen she made her debut at
Eyrea, Italy, as Violetta in Verdis la
Traviata-' Her success was instan-
taneous and engagements were offered
her at the principal opera houses in
Italy. During the following year she
divided her time between Egypt and
England. While Mile Trentini is now
only twenty-seven years old. she has
been a prominent figure in the Operatic
world for a decade singing in that time
many of the leading roles in the Italian
and French repertoire. Five years ago
she made her American debut in Oscar
Hammersteins Manhattan Opera House.
New York, as Frasquita In Carmen
secondary role, but one to which she gave
distinction.