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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

p votes against il thrown for his o.
ponent.
Guy Piekard, president of the High
School Debating Society, called the meet
ing to order, and Raymond c. Church
was chosen TO act as chairman of the
caucus.
Leigh Weber then placed the name Of
William Erb before the caucus, calling
attention to the splendid business rec
ord of Mr.. Erb and his unselfish public
spirit. The speaker also paid tribute to
his candidates devotion to the simple
life, thereby causing considerable merri-
ment among the spectators He also at
tackled the attitude of Mr.. Church as a
corporation man, on account OF his past
connection with the Heart Cure Co. and
the HalloweIl Granite Works.
Guy a. Pickard then named Raymond
c. Church. paying great tribute to the
splendid qualities Of honesty and civic
integrity possessed by his candidate He
suggested 10 his hearers the Importance
Of this election TO the Republicans, on
account of the approval of the state and
national elections
Earl Paine seconded Mr.. Erbs nomi-
nation in a few words in line with Mr.
Webbers remarks.
Norman Gray seconded Mr. Church.
nomination. referring to his steadfast-
ness to his party and also the tlne rec
ord of his father as a member of the
Hallowell city government
Lawrence Wyman also spoke for Will
liam Erb.
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electorate of Waterville and one of
those periodic political upheavals to
which Watervile is subject appears
to be imminent
Democratic forecasts. usually so
sanguine, set the possible Democratic
majority at ~, showing a realization
on the part OF the local Democracy,
that conditions with them are serious
our people are watching with great
interest to observe what effect the
corrupt practices act, passed by the
last Legislature. viii have upon The
conduct of the present election, The
provisions Of this act are very strict
as regards The giving or receiving. di-
rectlg or Indirectly, Of any consider
alton, to influence vote. As regards
this municipal election, all moneys
must be received and expended, by the
respective party treasurers. who must
render a sworn report of the same.
George I. Learned is the Republican
treasurer and L. Eugene Tbayer is
serving tie Democratic party in the
same canapftV
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PRAISE FOR ALDERMEN.
A Woman Property Holder Would Not
Recall Them.

Gardner Reporter ournal)
To the Reporter Journal would
like to say q few words in regard to
the past services of Alderman Moves
and Berry. / well remember when
Major John Berry was mayor of Gar
diner He Instituted several civic re-
forms such as numbering the houses
Ca much needed convenience and max
ing the long streets which lead out
into the country avenues and the
shorter thoroughfares streets which
was right and proper. He was the
one who had our police officers put
into uniform and provided them with
badges. He also insisted that they
carry clubs, for as he remarked HIM
self, Wrong doors stand more in awe
of an officer with q billy" If / am
not mistaken, he reerganized the hook
and ladder company and had small
fires set in remote places that they
might have a little practice in the ex-
ercise of their duties, and he was the
mayor who made it possible for our
common to become a good public
play ground for our children. Why so
many men wish to recall an officer
who has proved himself so efficient
in the past is beyond my comprehen-
sion, and to the misguided people who
signed the recall. I would like to say:
why do you wish our poor little city
to spend five hundred dollars for an
money for other things, principally our
schools"
Mr.. Moves has lived in Gardiner all
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Tasker Brothers,
For Good Clothes.
GARDINER, MAINE.
meh1-2

In an interview, Thursday, with one
of the promoters of the Fairfield
Skowhegan. via Shawmut, proposed
Electric road it was learned that
more ambitious plans are in immedi-
ate store by the promoters, for it is
proposed to branch off at Hinckley
TO Pittsfeld and in time this will be
part OF the Bangor trunk line. Work
will begin on the new. road in a short
time, soon after the snow leaves, and
it is hoped 10 complete the road be-
tween Shawmut and Slxowhegan. this
year The power for the road will be
furnished by an electric power station
at Pattee pond, which is to supply the
necessary water power for generating
the electricity. Work on the power
station win commence as soon as the
ground is fit.
According to the Journals inform
ant. it will be necessary to lay but
L 40 miles Of track TO join the end
of the Fairfield Shawmut line and the
Somerset traction line at SkoWhegaH.
The route, rs surveyed, recently gave
promise of being very easy to build,
and operate, as the grades are very
easy, none being much more than four
per cent. There viii be no grade cross
ings with the steam road, for the
track viii Keep to the west of the
Maine Central Railroad all the way.
Part of it will be in private land, and
the route is practically an air line
he said.
At Hinckley, it is proposed to cross
the bridge and extend through Ca
naan to Pittsfield, distance of IA
miles. Canaan is thriving little viii
lase which would be greatly aided by
the road, and it is stated that the
residents Of the town, and the town
government have expressed their will
ingness To contribute $4,000 to the
building of the road This line will be
part Of the much-t talked about trunk
line from Waterville to Bangor. 1t
viii also give direct service from
Pittsfeld hourly, also to the nearby
towns, east and north and will make
the time to travel from points north
of Hinckley across country much less
at one-half the present expense.
The distance to Pitts6eld over the
hourly trolley line will be but 21s
miles more than the steam route. 1t
is expected the proposed line from
SeoWhegan to Athens will be operated
before fall, according to the Journals
informant, and this will be an added
aid.
The road from Shawmut to Show
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Death of Veteran Hotel Man.

Horatio Q. Blake. widely known
and highly respected citizen OF kenne-
bee county. who fer - Years was The
proprietor of the HALLOWEEN House.
died. Thursday morning. at the home
OF his daughter, Mrs. George \. Yeaton
IN Chelsea. He WAS in the Sath wear
Of hls age and had enjoyed remarkably
good health FOR one of his years. For 81
number Of years past he had beea
passing his winters with Mrs Ycaton
and his summers on A farm tsat II
owned near Readfieid, where a son
Herbert Blake, resides. Last Monday
he was stricken with paralysis while
sitting at the dinner table. lie linger-
Cd until S O'Clock. Thursday morning
wnen he quietly passed away ,dr
Blake WIS born in Paris, Me. He OBJ
tanned his early education at Hebron
Academy and later entered Kent's Hill
Seminary from which he graduated
Il EearS ago. He was a great reader
ard kept abreast with the times II
VAS a member Of Readfeld Grange
He was a Republican and active in
the party though never aspred 10 Of
fee. Mrs. Geo. y. Yeaton and Herbert
Blake arc the only children. His vile
died Il number of years ago The fu-
neral win take place from the home
OF his daughter at o'clock, saturday
Rev. J. w. Steele of the First Uni7
versaist church will oiiiciate The re
mains viii be taken to Auburn FOR
burial
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Republican Success at
Coming Election Assured.

Up to s o'clock, Thursday evening.
IS voters had been registered at the
session of the Board of Registration.
for the day, making a total, so far,
of al new voters registered. One hun
bred summonses have been issued.
As election day approaches there
seems te he a general conviction
among those in close touch with mu-
nioipal and political affairs that the
vote, Monday. next, will be a heavy
ore, ana mark the overthrow Of the
present Democratic regime in Water
VILE Net only is there widespread
and deep-seated antagonism to several
Of the present Democratic officials.
but large number Of citizens. IL
respective of party, who have tie best
interests Of the community at heart,
are united in the determination that
the present moral condition of the city
shall he remedied. The candidacy Of
". II. X. Abbott and DR.. L. G. Bunk
er. for mayor and member of the Leg
tslature respectively, Is making q
strong and effective appeal 10 the
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WATERV LILLE.
Colby College.

Tie y " G. y. will observe Thursday
March Z, as Red Tag day. In the eve
ming a mock trial will be held in the col
leee chapel The court will be presided
over by Ernest p. Jackman, Z, of Mt
Vernon, The opposing attorneys will be
Walter J. Rideoat, T. of Dover, AMI
Willis z. Jones, L. of South China. The
cast and further announcements will be
given at later date.
President Arthur J. Roberts spoke at
Kenfs Hi preparatory school. Thurs
day.
Rev. i. 5. Hartley, pastor of the Free
Baptist church, conducted chapel exer-
clses, Thursday morning.
y large number of the students were
privileged 10 hear Rev NJ. Joseph Two
mey pastor Of the First BAPTIST church
Of Portland, speak at the y. NJ c. \.
rooms. Thursday evening, on The Min
istry as Il Life Work.
In the tournament OF the Inter-frater-
nifty Bowling League held at the Y NJ.
O. \. alleys Friday afternoon, Delta
Kappa Epsilon trimmed Alpha Tau One
81 BY pinfal Of a.. The summary:
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his life. / remember him well as
Postmaster and no one could have
discharged the duties there more
faithfully. l have seen his name on
The lists of subscribers for the shoe
factory industry, and he has always
been ready to assist in any good work.
Surely if we wish to condemn these
two men who are guilty of no crime
whatever, and are simply doing their
duty. then there is wide missionary
field here, Our churches need not send
their preachers to Africa or the Philip
pines They are needed here at home.
A Woman Property Holder.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

Fire broke out. at P. NJ, Thurs
day. within the asbestos film box of
the Silver Moving Picture theatre on
Silver street. There was a quick fash
and much smoke. a near panic result
ed and there was general stampede
ter the exits, several of which were
locked. After few moments they
were opened All Joined in shouting
and three or four women tainted. Men
and boys climbed over the backs of
chairs in their haste to get out. The
only damage was to the film, which
was destroyed. The fire department
responded and the about was sound
ed, a few moments after.
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COrOner'S Verdict
In Spinney Death.

The coroner's jury empanelled for the
purpose of inquiring into the death &C
Conductor Latimer T.. Spinney met
again, Thursday morning. in the city
clerks office, City hall and then went
to the scene of the accident in the NJ
{. r. r. yards, They remained there
for some time and on returning to the
city, after elaboration. gave the follow
ing verdict
That Latimer f. Spinney came to his
death by collision OF yard switching
trains in the Maine Central Railroad
yard at Waterville about rs o'eloez T.
NJ. Monday, Feb. 26, he being on one Of
the caboose cars of his train in the dis
charge of his duty, and was crushed by
the telescopng of the caboose cars which
he was between and on the platform
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01
WaterviIle Woman,s Association.

After a long, cold winter the Woman's
Association finds itself short of funds
The generous gifts of friends at the
annual Birthday party coming about this
time have been a great dependence. This
year, the party is necessarily postponed
and the trustees have secured the best
talent that can be obtained to give the
people of Wateryille a rare treat, n
chance to benefit the Woman's Associa-
ton and have an evening of pure en-
ioyment al the same time. Mrs. Belle
Harrington hall is one of the most pleas
ing impersonators and entertainers now
before the public. She will give mixed
program at the Congregational church,
on Saturday evening, March 2, at S
o'clock You may be sure of good
laugh, but do not forget your pocket
handkerchief, for YOU may have to cry.
Whites Orchestra viii furnish music
and nothing more can be desired.
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urday, on the liner Celtic, and was
appraised at 500, 900. Almost every in
coming liner from now on will bring
q parcel of the treasures, the total
value of which is placed at more than
$50, 900, 600 AS all the customs requires
ments in relation to the present con-
signment are fulfilled abroad under
the inspection of Appraiser Nathan,
who went to Europe for that purpose,
there are only the formalities to OBJ
serve at this port. The Morgan coli
Iections will not be shown to the pub.
lie until the completion of the new
north wing OF the museum, which
will be about a year hence.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

Whenever he is questioned on the one
hand for his ability. and on the other for
his integrity, | feel a great deal like the
motto of the state from which cur
speaker haiIs-they will have to show
me-
Former Speaker Cannon paid this trib-
ute to sec. Wilson in the House. todaS.
Il was applauded on both sides al the
chamber, and occurred near the concll-
sion of a general debate in which Va
rious members attacked the department
of agriculture and the secretary.
The discussion of the agricultural bill
II the House took in the New York Cot
ton Exchange. which Hefln of Alabama
denounced. lie said there was 20 more
reason for a cotton exchange than there
was FOR a HAY exchange or an oats
exchange
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Funeral of Mrs. Eta G. Perkins.

The funeral of the late Mrs. Eta G..
Perkins was held at p. NJ, Thurs
day, from her home on Cobbossee ave-
nue.. Rev. l. +. Lusk. pastor of the
Methodist church, officiated. The re-
mains We're placed in Oak Grove
tomb. The bearers were: f. e. Ian
caster. Leonard Merrill. Oswen Saw
yer and Joseph Newell.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01
AUGUSTA LOCALS.

A party of about Is friends of Miss
Edna Getcheu called on her, Thurs
day evening, at the home of Mrs. l..
F. Taylor. lower State street, and
gave her Spoon shower Ice cream
and cake and fancy crackers We're
sewed and the evening passed with
games and other social enjoyments.
Miss Edith Marden favored the party
with several fine readings. The party
returned home on u late car.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01
PARKER BY KNOCKOUT.
Puts Kid Willetts Away in Third, at
Lewiston.

Lewiston, Me, Feb. 29.-(speciaD.-
Andy Parker of New York disposed of
Kid Willetts of, Fan River, before 1900
sports here, tonight, in the third round
of what was to have been two six
round bouts, without giving him much
of look-in. A blow over the heart
and another to the jaw did the bust
ness. Parker put Willetts down III
the second round. for the count o.
nine. and the bell saved him. In the
-hird round WnIetts went to the floor
three times. In the semi-flnal Tom
my Breen shaded Shadow Mccormick.
Three good prelims completed the
program f. W. Hanks of Augusta
was referee
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J. r. Choate.

James Fremont Choate, former
resident of Hallowell, died, Thursday
morning, in Portland, from acute in
digestion, aged "a years. Two sons,
Percy and Carl, who live in Massa-
chusetts, and one daughter, Miss
Casiline. of Portland, survive. The
remains will arrive in this city. on
the 3.0t p. Nj. train, Friday. and be
taken to the city cemetery for inter-
mont
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

Joseph Moultot has purchased the land
and buildings in Jewett's court, at RAN
dolph which consist of three houses. lie
will repair the residences and place them
in frst-class condition. probably for rent
ing purposes The seven families who oc-
cupy the buildings at the present time
are to move elsewhere.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01
In Municipal Court.

Four men We're lined up before Judge
VIII c. Atkins, Thursday morning, in
the municipal court Irwin Lent, who
was arrested. Wednesday evening, by
the night officers for intoxieation, was
given fine of $1012, or a Jail SEN
tence. He paid. Another drunk was
ordered to pay fine of IS and costs
or serve so days in Jail As the money
was not produced. he was committed
Two others We're sent up for 80 days
each as Migrants.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01
High School Caucus.

a mock Republican caucus was held
Thursday evening, at the High school,
at which many students and friends of
the school were present Raymond c..
Church and William Ero stood as rival
candidates for the nomination as may
or The balloting was very close, %
votes being cast and Mr.. Church de-
clared to be the Republican nominee by
the margin of one vote, as he received
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

Elisha Newell, one of the oldest engi-
neers on the Maine Central was In
Brunswick, Thursday, to attend the fu-
neral of the late Charles NJ. Evans. also
an old engineer, who was engineer OF
the Augusta and Gardiner Accommoda-
ton train which collided with a train at
Rich's in Farminsdale. IS years ago this
coming MAY. Mr.. Newell was engineer
Of the other train. but happened to be
off, that day. and his substitute, who
was running the train, was killed.
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Mrs. Evieuah Hamiin.

The death of Mrs. Evleuah Hamlin oc.
CURED in Winslow, Wednesday, at the
age of "A years. She was born in the
town and was the wife of the late Ell
bridge Hamln. The remains win he
placed in the Pine Grove cemetery tomb.
Friday.
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Gard of Thanks.

We wish to extend our sincere
thanks TO our neighbors and friends
for their kindness and sympathy. in
our recent bereavement by the pass
ing away of the wife and mother, also
for the beautiful floral tributes from
the schools where the two older chill
dren attend and to others who sent
flowers.
SAMUEL HAYES AND FAMILY.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

The public should remember, thai
when they write an article at or leave
one at the Gardiner office OF this paper
to sign il. as it is an unbeatable law
not to use an item, unless the writer
signs his or her name, or his identity
is personally known. Several articles
have been omitted from our columns,
this week, on account OF this error OF
the part of the writer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

The primary election to choose candi-
dates to oppose the two present alder
men in the new commission government
VIII be held here, next Monday, March =.
uaines ID. Wells, the present tax coll
Iector for 1911, will run as candidate
for alderman of streets and highways.
and T. T. i.add will run as l candidate
for public safety and charities.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

The Pillow Case and Sheet Mask
party given by Queen Esther Chap
ter. O. L. S, at the home of Mrs
Hannah Simmons, Thursday night
was unique affair and brim full of
fun. There was a large company in
attendance. Refreshments of the
daintiest kind We're served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

The Tau Alpha girls gave a private
dancing party. Wednesday evening. in
X. of p hall. 1t was an enjoyable
occasion. Refreshments We're served
during intermission. Church's Orches-
ira furnished splendid music
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

How can you ask for more? "a
navel oranges for 25c., Saturday and
big Florida's 39c. dozen. Also 16 large
bananas 25c. See ad.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

The Board OF Registration, which Is
in session in the aldermen's. room al
the City building. registered four
names. Wednesday, and three, Thurs
day. The hours of the board are 8
NJ. to / ?. NJ; to ) and to p. N.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

Mrs. Melville G. Miner was taken
III on Water street, Thursday evening,
and was taken to nearby restaurant,
where q physician was summoned.
She rallied and was taken to her home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

All members of the Lambda lota
Club are requested to meet, at Gu,
Friday evening. in Depot square, 10
go to Richmond on a straw ride. 1t IS
desired that all he prompt.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

George A. Bowie, past commander
of Heath Post No. 6, G. \. r., who IS
i'll at his home on North street, rs
somewhat improved.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

Gardiner Grange, p. of H. will give
an entertainment and social, Monday
evening. at the regular meeting, for
the benefit OF the parcel post The
West Gardiner, Chelsea. Pittst0n and
Augusta Oranges have been extended
invitations To attend.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

The Cobbosseecontee Teachers Asso-
citation held business meeting.
Thursday evening, in the City build
ing
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

The first consignment of j. p. Nor
san's European art treasures was be-
ing unpacked, Thursday. in the stor-
age rooms OF the Metropolitan Mu-
scum at New York. 1t arrived, Sat
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

George Fuller. editor of the Halo
well Register, had three fingers of his
right hand badly smashed. Wednesday
afternoon, by being caught in the job
press. He viii be unable to use them
for several DAYS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

The first of the arrivals are from
the enamels and worries heretofore
kept IN the South Kensington Museums
in London.
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Ex- SPEAKER cANNoN's TRIBUTE
In House, Thursday, to Secretary Will
son, Department of Agriculture.

Washington, Feb. 29.-"I have known
the secretary of agriculture for a long
time; he served in the House with me,
and he has been my friend, personally
and politically, for nearly 40 years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01
Seven More Names ADD
ed to List Of Voters.
-Four Cases Disposed Of, Thurs
day, In Municipal Court.
Secret Society, Grange and Social
kffairs..Personal Mention.

Gardiner Lodge, No. o. l. o. o. f.,
worked the Second degree, Thursday
evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

Mrs. Charles w. Blunt was a passen-
ger on the morning train. Thursday, for
Boston, called by the illness of her sis
ter, Mrs. Charles Blake.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01
TIL. CARD FoR TUESDAY.

Miss REESE Burns, compositor in
the Register office, Nas i'll and Off
dutx. Thursday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-03-01

Tickets for the concert to be given
in the city hall Friday night, by the
Bowdoin Glee Club found ready sale
and it looks like a big crowd viii be
there to meet the popular boys.