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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-07-06
CHICAGO THE PLACE.
Democratic National COMMITTEES Win
Meet There instead of New York.

Sea Girt. n. j., July 5.-Further de-
tails came cut, today. of how Chicago,
instead of New York, was selected as
the meeting place for the Democratic
National committee. on July ID, at the
suggestion of Governor Wilson. Al
though several Eastern committeeman
had agreed upon New York. the Gov
ernor asked that Chicago be selected
after he had been advised by Southern
and Western committeeman that many
members would be represented by
proxy at New York. These men, he
was told. could and would be present
at Chicago.
When Norman f. Mack in his ca
pacity. as chairman. first announced
New York had been selected. Josephus
Daniels of North Carolina and two
Western committeeman went to Mr..
Mack
ITS poor choice" they told him.
THE Western members won't have
time to get home and come back TO
New York"
"of course" Mr.. Mack replied. II
have no choice but to announce the de-
eision as chairman. Most of the men
tell me they prefer New York
So Mr. Daniels laid the case before
Governor Wilson.
One third of the committee will be-
represented by proxy il we meet In
New York. he told the nominee.
That wouldn't be right, COMMENT
ed the Governor. We want them in
person Who would hold those prox-
ies2"
1--WE don't know" said Daniels.
"Then 1t won't do" said the Cover
nor. Presently the Governor sent for
Mr.. Mack and suggested the change
THE committee was canvassed again
ana Chicago was chosen.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-07-06
Double Header Freight Smashes Pas
senger--On|y | Passenger Escapes
|njury--13 Persons Of Corning
Wreck Remain Unidentified.
IL KILLED..

Latrobe, Pa, July 5.-SeVenteen per-
sons were killed, 30 injured, a large
number fatally. and many others hurt,
this afternoon, when passenger train
Oh tine Lagonia Valley Line was
smashed from behind by a double-
header freight train Only one passen-
ger escaped without injury. The acct
dent occurred at the fair grounds at
Wilpen, one and a half miles from Lii
gonia. at a summer resort.
The passenger train had started from
Ligonier. It consisted of an engine and
coach. the engine pushing the coach.
The freight train Was made up of many
coal cars and was being pulled by
two heavy locomotives.
The impact was terrific. The passen-
ger coach was practically laid open
and the passengers either crushed or
thrown through the air.
II was the first fatal accident. it is
said, in the history of the Ligonier
road for the past 40 years.
Tho dead:
Mrs. Harry Dillon and baby of Will
pen, crushed to death
William Campbell of Wilpen.
Frank MeConnaughey of Ligonier,
engineer, scalded to death.
George Byers of Ligonier, fireman.
crushed and scalded
Louise Rhoaddy. aged S. of Mccain
Ger. crushed.
Elizabeth Rhoaddy. aged 10, sister
John Ankney of Ligonier, fireman,
died on way to hospital.
Mrs. Messe. of Wilpen.
Thomas MUIR of Latrebe, head
crushed
George Tosh of Wilpen. body crush
ed.
Continued on Page Twelve.)
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-07-06
IN THE HOUSE.
Members Worn Out by Heat and Po-
litieal Activity of Past Week.

Washington. July 5.-Heat and reae-
tion from the recent National conyen-
lions have combined to wear down the
nerves of the members of the House
and hiatt branch. today. adjourned aft
er half hours ineffective work.
AS result of the general peevish-
ness Majority Leader Underwood was
unable to get an agreement on any
order of business and Minority Leader
Mann. seeing the hopelessness of the
situation. ended by raising the point of
no quorum.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-07-06
THE CORNING WRECK.

Corning, N Y, July 5.-Of the Al
passengers killed in the rear-end coll
hsion on the Laekawanna, two miles
east of this city, early yesterday, 10
remained unidentified up to a late
hour. today. OF these. six are in local
morgues and seven in Elmira In
several instances there are no clues
upcn which identification may be at
tempted and several bodies are so
badly mutilated that ultimate discov-
cry of their identity seems but re-
mote possibility.
fhe unidentified dead comprise six
women. five men, an S-year-old girl
and 10-year old boy. Coroner II. B.
Smith settled dispute, today, be-
tween two claimants of the body of
a 5-year-old girl The body had been
identified by William II. Laird of
Buffalo, as that of his daughter, Ma
bel. and had been turned over to him.
Today, David Cochrane of New York.
a brother of Mrs. William Armstrong
who, with her husband, was killed.
also claimed the body as that of his
niece. who accompanied her parents
on the trip and who is missing. Mys-
terry surrounds the fate of the little
Armstrong girl, as there is no other
child of the age in any of the morgues
or hospitals. DR. Smith gave Mr..
Laird possession of the body to be
sent to New York and advised Coch-
rane to go to that city for more posi-
tive Identification If 1t could be OBJ
tanned.
1t developed. tonight. that Mrs
Charles Brandes OF New York CITY.
who has hitherto been mentioned ia
the press dispatches as among the
dead, was not on the train
Continued on Page Twelve.)
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-07-06
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Contain no Metal or Rubber.
Much lighter than other arch
supports. Support where sup.
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break, gouge or draw.
$500 PER PAIR
Sold at n. J. Turner'S Shoe
Store, 1872 Water ST., Augusta,
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-07-06
CONDENSED DISPATCHES.

The skeleton of a woman with a
bullet in the skull was unearthed in
a sewer excavation on Dickinson
street, Springfield. Mass, Friday. The
body had been buried about 20 years
in the opinion of doctors who viewed
the bones. Twenty years ago Dickin-
son street was densely wooded and
there has never been a grave yard in
the vicinity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-07-06
THE WEATHER.
LOCAL SHOWERS.

Washington. July 5.-Forecast for
Southern New England; Local show
night and probably Sunday; moderate
variable winds becoming northeast and
north. Northern New England Local
showers, Saturday or Saturday night;
cooler except in eastern Maine; Sun
day. unsettled, moderate variable
winds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-07-06
Boston Forecast.

Boston, July Forecast: Showers
and cooler, Saturday or Saturday
night and probably Sunday; moderate
southwest winds becoming northeast
and north
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-07-06

Washington. July 5.-Major Smed-
ley d. Butler. commanding the ma
rines at Camp Elliott. Panama City,
has reported that eight soldiers of
the 10th Infantry, two marines and
one civilian were seriously wounded,
yesterday. in a fight with Panama po-
lice. He reports two of the infantry
men will die.
Major Gen. Wood. chief of staff,
has sent telegram to the commander
of the 10th Infantry requesting a full
report on the incident Immediately.
Officials here suspect. that what was
at first believed to be nothing more
than one of the common rows pc
culiar to the red light district in
Panama, may actually have very
serious situation.
Adherents of the Porras cause, have
long insisted that the Panama po-
lice were bitterly hostile to all Amer
leans and resentful of the presence
of American commissioners at the re-
cent elections to insure fair dealing.
1t has been alleged that American
sailors have uniformly been treated
with the greatest harshness by the
police. 1t is recalled that a year or
two ago an American bluejacket was
CONTINUED on Page Twelve.)
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-07-06
MHI u OInlUUOs
Washington Anxious Over
The Melee at Panama
Between United States Marines
And the Panama Police.
Possible Chance That II May Have
Deep Political Meaning.

Panama. July 5.-The report of a
serious brawl between the Panama
police and number of United States
marines while the Americans were
celebrating the Fourth of July, last
night, is confirmed, this morning A
fight occurred late in the evening"
with the result that one American cit
izen named w. r. David was killed
and two American marines and six
soldiers belonging to the 10Th Infan-
try regiment as well as two American
civilians. wounded. The wounded men
are in Ancon hospital. Two Panama
policemen also We're wounded
The United States legation is in
Nestigating the affair.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-07-06
Conditions and General Forecast.

Washington, July 5.-The weather
will be unsettled and showery Satur-
dav. except in northern New England
and also showery, Sunday, in the At
Iantic states. 1t will be somewhat
cooler
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-07-06

10c Cigar. Factory output now at the rate
of Thirty-Five Millions Annually. BY far
the largest selling brand of i0c. Cigars in
the world. Factory. Manchester. N. H.
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iunie2s--8
''Your Cure Wasa Miracle"

MIR. J. B has never tasted a
drop since he came home. He was the worst
drunkard l have ever seen soaked all the
time for the past q or 2S years. He is not
the same man now, thanks to your treat
ment. From genuine letter among the
scores we have, proving absolutely that the
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
d. A. II. Reception at LaCourt.

This afternoon the La Court hotel
was the scene of a brilliant reception
given by the Mt. Garfield chapter of
the d. A. r. to the state regent. Mrs.
Freeman Rogers of Pueblo. The re-
ception followed the regular business
meeting of the chapter A fine
musical program was also given, con
sisting of the following numbers: A
vocal solo by Miss Priscilla Price.
who delighted all present with
her cultured, clear, sweet soprano
voice. This was followed by selec-
ton on the piano by Miss Rowena
Wheeler, "Chopin's prelude in c
Sharp Minor" which was a marvel of
perfect execution and expression. A
vocal solo by Mrs. Chaffee was one
of the most delightful features Of the
entire program, which was closed
with the rendition OF Chopin's Bal
lade" in G Minor, by Miss Rowena
Wheeler. under whose artistic touch
every exquisite note of the great ar
tist was brought out with musicianly
skill.
The program was thoroughly en-
joyed by all present. and was follow
ed by most interesting address by
Mrs. Rogers to the members of the
chapter. The reception followed,
which was enjoyed by the members
and their guests. each member being
allowed to bring one guest. Dainty
refreshments were served at the close
of the afternoon.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Trrm TmnsIaN Nlghl.

4 splendid treat is promised the
music lovers OF this city in the en-
tcrtaiumcuj announced for tomorrow
night at tho Presbyterian church
Mir. and Mrs. Carl L. Eicrer, who Will
be heard for The first time in concert
work. VIII be assisted by a number
Of local people in select readings.
Among the many favorable press
comments on the work OF these ar
lists we quote the following from
the Council Bluffs Ga.J Leader:
"'rhose who were not present at
last nights number OF the lyCCum
course missed rare treat. They
were called back again and again.
Their rendition Of the German songs
we're especially enjoyable, Remarks
were heard to the cnect that tho
Kicfcrs furnished the best musical
number yet g.Scn in the Council
BLUFFS course" The indications are
for a large audience. Popular prices
OF admission will prevail.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
ROAD MAPPERS
LEAVE DENVER
sentinel Special Service.

Sentinel Special Service.
Denver. Oct. Accompanied by
John Dods, representatives OF the
Denver Chamber of Commerce left to-
day in autos en- route TO Salt Lake
City to lay out and map an automo-
bile route between the two cities
which Will be part OF tho official
transcontincntal automobile high
way.
\ thousand views and scenes will
be taken at all the important towns
through which the party passes.
The party goes first to Buena Vis-
ia; thence to Glenwood Springs and
Grand junction. At the latter city
the party will he joined by c. NJ.
Kittredge, Jr.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
VIII Give Rcccntion.

Mrs. W. L. Putnam will give a re-
j. A. Austin. formerly of this city,
but now of CarbOndale, tomorrow
afternoon at SOC Ouray from TO .
O'Clock. All the old friends of Mr..
and Mrs. Austin are cordially invited
to take this opportunity of meeting
them. No invitations have been is
sued. but a general welcome to all
their friends is extended. Mr.. and
Mrs. Austin resided here. for -
years, and have a host of friends.
They are now on their way from
Carbondale to Portland.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Zinc Musicale.

splendid entertainment will be
furnished the music lovers of this
city at the Presbyterian church. Mr..
and Mrs. Kiefer, who will be heard
for the first time in concert, will
furnish some splendid numbers.
Among other numbers Mr. Kiefer
will sing Schubert's beautiful compo-
sltlOn, The Earl King" His rendi-
ton of this song has been compared
fayorably to some of the world-fa-
nous artists by eastern critics. Mrs.
Kiefer, among other numbers. will
render Arditi's I'll Bacio." The pop
ular admission of 25c will be charg-
ed. a large audience is looked for.
ADVERTISEMENT J-l0-7-ltD
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
q, II. II, CIuh Formed.

of Mrs Brewster on Ute avenue, a
new social club was formed by a
number of congcuial friends. who
were invited for the purpose, which
will be known MS the O. ID. r. club.
"Our Day Together" and a great
deal OF pleasure is au,iCiuated from
the meeting duInr the winter
months. Tho Brewster home was
prcttlly decorated for the occasion,
and an elegant three-course luncheon
was served TO the guests. The next
meeting VIII be held al tho home of
Mrs H. NJ Baker on Oct. rs.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
MOri.Mehh NInIIilac.

William Mort OF RAINBOW, Utah,
a fireman on tIintah line, and Miss
Florence Isabel webb Of Fallview,
Ontario. met in this city this morn
ing by agreement and were married
at the Episcopal parsonage by The
Rev. +. c. Smith. This is the cuImi-
nation OF a pretty romance which
gained strength through continued
correspondence The happy young
couple left on the delayed noon train
for their new home in Utah.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Prominent in Missionary Meeting

Especial mention Is made IN the
Denver papers Of Mrs. David ID. For
syth. formerly OF this city, in con
nection with the meeting of the
Women's Foreign Missionary society,
which is having a very large attend
unce and the visitors to which are
being much entertained. Mrs. For
syth is mentioned as one of the
three most prominent leaders in the
work, and her many friends in this
city. where she was immensely pop
ular, will hear of her work with in
teTest
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
plnrs for INl,esl,mrn.

Friday morning the students in the
Franklin building were given a musi-
cal treat by Prof. Carl Hillyer, the
new director of the choir of the
Methodist church OF this city. Prof.
Hillyer is a talented artist and rem
deTed many selections from the best
masters in a most musicianly man
ner. The little recital was thorough
ly appreciated by The freshman class,
who were very grateful to Prof Hill
yer for the opportunity Of hearing
some good music.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Iamcs Mhilenmn Rncn.

JhthCS NftitGpmb Riley.
Il hain't no use To Erumhlc and com
plane:
IT'S jest as cheap and easy to re-
joiCe-
When God sorts out tho weather and
sends rain,
Wy, rains my choice.
Men ginerly, to an intents-
Although they're apt to grumhle
some
Puts most their trust in Providence,
And takes things as they come
That is. the commonality
or men that's lived rs long as mo
Has watched the world enough to
learn
They're not the boss OF this concern.
Riley.
James Whitcomb Riley. whose
name is known all over the literary
world as Indicative Of the master
writer Of dialect verso and student Of
streams ana breezes. nature and chill
dren, today celebrates his cath birth
day. Riley. who is now gradually
giving away before the attacl, OF "A
severe illness, struggled to the top OF
the literary ladder through a series
Of sotbacks. the advent of each being
indicated by temporary return to
his original sign painting profession.
The above verses are extracted
from one Of his most popular poems.
wet Weather Talk" characteristic
of HIS quaint style and intimate
knowledge Of human nature and phil
Csuphy.
The story OF Rilcy's life Is inter-
esting and tells of lonely struggle,
as he was never married. In years
past be has been employed on several
newspapers us writer, but did not
strike the stride which landed him
in the limclight OF real fame until
the hate SOS. He is now wealthy.
though broken in health. and awaits
his end well aware that he has made
good and Is beloved for the works
his genius has created.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Entertained az Tea

Last evening Mrs. W. r. Buthon
was hostess NJ n delightful little tea
al the In Court hotel, in compliment
TO Mrs Freeman Rogers of Pueblo,
state regent of the D. 4. r. The FOL
lowing were guests present: Mrs.
Freeman Rogers. Mrs. SprigE shack
lelord. Mrs. A K. Sampliner, Mrs.
w. +. Page, Mrs OrsOn Adams.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07

Several million acres of some of
the finest land in the world are
awaiting buyers along the line of the
Canadian Pacific railway-SlO to $l5
an acre. long time payments, and
easy terms buy this land. See the
moving pictures showing this land
and other beautiful scenes in Can
ada. Two reels Tuesday and Thurs
day, q the Orpheum.
advertisement 1O-T-lt
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Take Trim In Autn.

\ pleasant party composed Of Mr..
and Mrs. W. 5. Wallace, Mr.. aud
Mrs. Robert Wilson and Miss Wilda
Wallace made dclighttul trip Sat
urday in the Wallace car TO Olathe
and Montruse, spending the night
in Nontrosc and returning to Grand
Junction YESTERDAY
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Max Boyer to Marry.

Word was received IN this CITY
yesterday that Max Boyer is expect
ing TO be married in Glcnwood to n
popular young school teacher of that
city ON Oct. II. Mr. Boyer, who was
raised in this state. is now at Marble,
employed by the ColOradO-Yulc Mar
BILE company in a responsible posi-
tion. He Is well known hero and has
many friends who will be interested
In his important step.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
T.. Il. O.,s Mect Tomorrnw.

Tomorrow evening at the homo OF
Mrs. u. W. Auppcrlo on Grand ave
me the mcmbers Of Chapter y. p f.
O. OF his city will hold their regular
bi-mOuthly meeting A large attend
anCe and delighrul evening is an
ticiDated
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
IIomgh 10 the Coast.

Harry Hough and wife for several
years among Palisades most staunch
and desirable citizens, leave tonight
for California to locate in Los An
geIes. where Mr.. Hough has accepted
a position as auditor of the Los An
geles Title & Trust company. The
Houghs upon leaving Palisade. caus-
ed general regret in their wake.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Roy. ShattucJs DELAYED.

". IT. Mcdonald learned today
that Rev A. e. Sbattuck, who was
expected to arrive this week to take
charge OF the Congregational church
here, will not arrive until October
October 20.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Frmit Growers, NIcet.

The directors of the Grand June
tion Fruit Growers association held
their regular meeting Saturday al
ternoon and disposed of routine bus
mess.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Install Fire Plug.

A new fire plug was being installed
at the corner of Fifth and Rood
avenue Saturday night, necessitatinE
u large excavation. win Vedder su-
perintended the work.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Home from Salida.

Mr.. and Mrs. j. T. Nedwideck re-
turned homo yesterday noon. Mrs
Nedwideck has been visiting Mr.. and
Mrs. o. ]. Ogg in Salida and was
met in Glenwood by Mr.. Nedwideck
who had accompanied Supt. f. r.
Rockwell that far on his way to Pue-
bio.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Charms Meets TONIGHT.

The male chorus will hold its re-
hearsal and organization meeting
this evening nj the Y. NJ G. \. All
who are Interested in chorus work
should attend.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Whita-Hn NuuiaIs

{. T White. aged 25, and Miss
Jennie Hill aged % both from
Thistle, Utah. vDg. united in mar
riarc This muUluE iu the Office Of
Justice Joseph 7 sweeney. They viii
reside in Thistle. where the groom
Is employed.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
VIII Entertain Tomorrow.

Mrs. J. NJ Sampliner will entertain
a few friends very informally tomor-
row afternoon at few tables of
bridge, in compliment to Mrs. Nc
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Fur SnIe 10 COntinmc.

Our Fur Sale will continue all this
week-2O per cent discount on any
Fur in our stock. NJ. J. FrautZ.
advertisement 1O-7-4t
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07

Otis Shubert Of the postohice
force arrived home this noon with
his bride. nee Miss Cornelia Nc
MILAN. They were married in To-
peka, Kas., last week. Mr.. Shubert
and his bride are receiving the con-
gratulation Of their many friends.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07

Cash Sale on Buggies from Oct. 10
TO Nov. 10. We will sell you n buggy
surrey or road wagon Mt actual cost.
Fred Mnntey. {Avertisement) 1O-7-3t
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Fur Sale--hIl Week.

We will continue our Fur Sale all
this week-20 per cent discount on
all Furs in our stock. NJ j. FrantzI
ADVERTISEMENT 10-7-ft
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Slattey Here.

SIattery Here.
j. T. Slattery, superintendent of
the Green River division at Helper,
was in the city yesterday and today
on business.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
MRS. MARTHA T. PORTER

Teacher OF Elocution and Phys
ical Culture. Studio, room IA
Reed bldg, cor. 4th and Main.
Plays trained and staged for
Clubs. Aids, Lodges. Schools aud
all organizations. W. c. T. U. aud
other contests trained.
For terms and enrolment of
new pupils, call at Studio Tues
days and Fridays, or phone Wal
nut 511.
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Fur Sale to Continue.

Our Fur Sale will continue all this
week-2O per cent discount on any
Fur in our stock. NJ. J. Frantz.
advertisement l0-7-it
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07
Mrs. Martin Porter.

Elocution sad Physical Culture.
Studio, COS Grand. For terms phone
Jet. 57e or Walnut Ell.
9-7-1m
The daily sentinel., 1912-10-07

dian Pacific Tuesday and Thursday
at the Orpheum. (Adv.) 10-7-lt