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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

YvETTE CLAIR. FRANCES DYER.
graduates" which was listened to most
attentively. Miss Frances Helen Dyer
gave the class history, saying in part:
Glass History.
Although l feet myself unworthy Of
recording the history of the illustrious
class Of 1912. vet for the benefit Of pos
terity and as guide to the faltering
footsteps OF other classes. have here
set down some of its achievements and
exploits.
This history began in September,
1905 Most of as had long anticipated
our entrance to Coburn and it was
with feelings of awe, that we first APP
PREACHED its halls of learning We
made an imposing appearance, when
we assembled for the first time at
chapel, although we felt very small
and insignificant,
However, as time went ON ana we
became better acquainted with our
surroundings, we began TO feel more at
home ANA made ourselves more nu-
meroua indeed, VIC were even accused
Of freshness" but this was soon over
come ny the Sophomores, who took a
decided interest in our welfare. We
suffered many things at their hands
I,d1ring the first weeks but upon look
ing 'haek. we feel that undoubtedly it
was Tor our own good
The first social function which we
afforded was the reception given by
the Christian Association. Here we be-
came acquainted with our fellow stu
=. Il
a different side.
We next found that we were expect
ed to elect class officers and To ar
range for @Peanut Drunk" Accord
lingly escaping the surveillance of the
Sophomores, we met secretly. and with
a great deal of ceremony, elected the
officers, who through the coming years,
were to lead our forces. Maynard In
graham was chosen president
After a great deal of planning, we
decided to have the Peanut Drunk
| in Cyril Joly's barn; so one evening,
after dark, we gathered there surrepti-
tiously The shells were cracking mer-
rily when we were surprised by the
Sophomores, who had entered, APP
propriately. through the pig pen. They
fell upon the spoils ravenously, but
we had already eaten all that we
wanted, so we were glad to share with
them.
The next event was the Halloween
party. The Sophomo'es were TO en-
terrain our class in the gymnasium,
land by The time the fateful eve ar
rived We were all properly unnerved
and expeetant, for dire threats and
dark forebodings had reached our ears,
concerning our fate at the hands Of
our blood thirsty hosts. However, we
enjoyed ourselves Immensely and be-
gan to feel a stronger friendship for
the upper olassmen.
The first examinations caused much
anxiety and loss of sleep, bat they
were passed successfully, and we chung
together With a closer fellowship after
the difficulties, which we had overs
come together. So the fan term pass
| ed and the winter came, with its sports
and hard work. Before we realized it
spring and Commencement We're here,
| and our Freshman year was over.
| The summer passed quickly, as sum
mers always DO, and we were soon,
together with new students added to
our ranks. All. the feelings OF a
sophomore! How experienced and
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Commencement exercises opened at
Cobufn Classical Institute at A. NJ,
Thursday, with Seniors last chapel
Don Edwards of Portland was chap
lain 'he c6burn Orchestra played, and
tie exercises were carried through
most impressiyely. a feature Of the
services was the presentation of gifts
TO two retiring teachers Miss Peterson
and Alton Hoekhart, who will sever
their connection with the institute, this
month. cyril Jolly and Capts. MeKeen
and HacSett We're each given a Coburn
blanket and Prin. George S. Steven
son VAS given u beautiful bouquet of
roses.
The Class Day exercises were held at
2.So p. NJ. in the Baptist church, with
music BY the Cobuin Orchestra Rev
Henry Clay Turner offered PRAYER and
Donald Sweet Knowlton opened the
program with the address to Under
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21
FulIer-Treworoy.

". Ray Fuller. son of Charles Fuller
of HalioWell. and Miss Carrie r. Ire
worgy, daughter of Mr. and Mrs II.
frcworsy of Ellsworth, were married.
Thursday. at the Methodist parsonage
by Rev. I. f. Lusk. The best man was
Harry Fuller a brother of the groom,
Miss Bertha Sears acted as brides
maid. The bride wore a travelling suit
of tan. she is member of the Re-
hekahs and the groom is a member of
the Odd Fellows They left on the aft
ernoon train for Ellsworth, where they
will pass their honeymoon. They will
reside in Bath.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21
WILL MAKE CONTESTS
Against Six Delegates at Large from
Illinois and 10 Congressional Districts.


Baltimore. June Notification
was filed, tonight, with Grey Wood
som, secretary of the Democratic Ma
tionaI committee by Representative
Henry T. Rayney of Illinois, that con
tests would be made against the six
delegates large from Illinois and
the first 10 congressional districts
comprising the city of Chicago.
The contests. thus begun by Rep
Rainey. are by the so-ealled Hearst
Harrison faction against the Sullivan
faction. The fight will probably ink
volye the seats of more delegates than
any other that the National committee
will be called upon to settle.
Rep. Rainey declared that the Sull-
van delegates would be for Champ
Clark for President on the first ballot.
while the Hearst Harrison delegates
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21
HE PRoHIelTloNlsTs
Of Massachusetts Name G. n. Evans
for the Head of the Ticket.

Boston. June 20.-Frank L. Rand of
HaverhiII was nominated for governor
and Alfred II. Evans of Northampton
for lieutenant governor at the Prohibit
ton state convention in the Bowdoin
Square Tabernacle. TODAY For delegates
at-Iarge to the national convention at
Atlantic City, n. j.. July 10 the follow
ing were selected: John NJ. Fisher, At
tleboro: deacon Edward Kendall. Cam
bridge, John b. Lewis, Reading, and
John a. Nichols. Boston The platform
besides favoring the usual prohibition
policies regarding the sale of liquor fa-
vors woman suffrage, conservation of
national resources, government ownership
of public utilities, the initiative and ref
erendum and recall. the election of Unit
ed States senator's by direct vote of the
people, the abolition Of the white slave"
traffic the abolition Of child labor. legis-
Iation to reduce the nigh cost of living,
minimum wage boards. state life and ac-
cident Insurance snds old age pensions.
The report of q eommitteeson the adop-
ton of new na,ue for the party favors
Conservation party.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21
CONDENSED DISPATCHES.

The graduation exercises of the Con-
cord High school were held in the
Town hall, Wednesday evening, the
entire class of AZ receiving diplomas
Robert +. Wagner of New York. presi-
dent protein of the Senate will be act
ing governor OF the state during the
Democratic national convention, as both
Governor Dix and Lieut. Cow Conway
expect to so to Baltimore.
Sec of the Navy Geo. L. Won Meyer.
who returned to his summer home at
Hamilton Mass, from Washington.
few days ago, threatened with typhoid
fever, was reported. Thursday. to be cor
valescing with danger from the fever
over. A nurse is still In attendance upon
him.
The captain of the steamer Ilford.
which has just reached Hamburg from
Galveston, reports having found the bod
les of three Titanic victims so miles
from the spot where the liner sank. Pa
pers found on the bodies showed that
they were three stewards. The bodies
were buried at sea.
The signature OF the Chinese loan OF
$500 100000 was completed. Thursday, at
ParlS by the ueieSdteS Oh tic 6iooPS -
the international bankers representing
six powers-the United States Great Bri-
tain, Germany. France, Russia ana
Japan The reorganization of China has
been made possible by the understanding
reached, Thursday. by the bankers II
is understood that Russia and Japan spe~
cifically reserve the right to withdraw
from participation in the loan at any
time should they decide that their spe-
cial political interests in China have be-
come jeopardized.
Wendall Coates aged 10. son OF Ar
and Mrs Frank NJ, Coates. front
street. Marblehead, was serious inlpr
ed. Wednesday forenoon, ON l-afaiiette
street, by beinR thrown from his bi-
cycle in a collision with an autemo-
bile near the junction of Maple street.
The automobile was driven BY Herbert
Y. Hunt OF Ueabody. Mr. Hunt took
Coates in his machine to the Salem
hospital. where it found the boy had
sustained number of cuts aud
bruises about the head.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21
SPARKS FROM MAINE WIRES.

United states lighthouse tender n
kania, Capt, Serling. completed the
work of placing the huoys in the Ken
nebee river above Bath, yesterday.
Capt. Frank Dingley of this city acted
as pilet during the three days the work
WAS being performed. Fifty-one buoys
were set between Winslow's Lodges
and Augusta. The Zizania returned to
Portland. yesterday morning. The work
of placing the buoys on the Kennebec
was delayed, this spring. nearly two
months-Ba1h Times, June 20
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Found guilty of breaking and enter
ing the garage of Frank z. Wonson
and using an unlawfully appropriated
automobile, Chester White and Jas.
Clancy were held for the superior
court in $500 bonds. and Harry Frs
kline of Lynn and John Landry of
Gloucester were discharged in the
Eastern district court, Wednesday
morning, at Gloucester. The automo-
bile was taken from the garage by
Val Chick and George Steel, Jr.
Chick in court. laid the blame on
White, claiming that he told him TO
steal the automobile and at his sug-
gestion he did so.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

The f.ongfellow school league enjoyed
pleasant lawn party at the home of
their teacher, Miss Emma Peaslee on
Cobbossee avenue, Tuesday evening.
A large party, a hayraok load besides
many neighbors and friends. was there.
The lawn was tastefully decorated with
Japanese lanterns. with eommodious
seats for all. Games and a general good
time We're the order of the evening. De
licious ice cream cake and saltines
We're served. after which the guests de-
parted voting their teachers, Miss
PeasIee and Miss Beane, royal euter-
tainers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21
A PLEASING Concert.

A large and appreciative audience
was present II the concert given,
Thursday evening, at the Universalist
church, by the Boston Lyrics" The
program. consisting of vocal solos by
MIR Jordan, readings by Miss Wells
and duets on the cornet and trombone
hy both, were we'll received pleas
ins feature was The music played on
an instrument called neutrality-suspicious.
All i'm all, the concert was a grand
succcEs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21
CAPITAL JoTTlNGS.

The HOUSE. Thursday, sent the Leg
islative executive and judicial appro-
priation bill to conference. The House
disagreed with the Senate which. in
addition 10 abohshing the commerce
court, abolished the Offices of the
judges of the court. Minority Leader
Mann said the Senate proposition was
unconstitutional.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

An attempted burglary. Tuesday
night. Which was not reported ~ the
poiice WAS at the residence of WIFI
liam Hunt, on Plaisted street. in the
vicinity of the other breaks reported,
in Thursdays issue of the Journal.
The alleged thief or thieves attempted
to enter the house by removing a
screen from window, on the ground
floor. but before entrance could be
gained the barking of a dog frighten-
ell them away. This makes about six
breaks in the past week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

joseph A. Mclaughlin of South Car
diner met with a serious accident
Thursday, while working in the South
Gardiner Cos. mill. He was operating
circular saw and in some way he
caught his right arm. badly cutting
tire back of the elbow. decorating and
splintering the bone. He Was brought
to this city and given the necessary
medical attendance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

The midsummer meeting of the
Gardiner Philanthropic Union was
held Thursday afternoon, in @. a.
r. hail. with large attendance. The
report of the different committees
were read, including all the Ladies'
Aids of the churches in the city, the
churches. the Red Cross. the Mothers
Club and many others. Refreshments
were served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Governor Woodrow Wilson left New
York, Thursday morning, for his cot
tai sc at Sea Girt, n. j., where he ex-
poets TO remain until after the Balti-
more convention. His plans, however
include d trip to Trenton, next Tues
day, this being the weekly Governors
day at the state capital A private
line to Convention hall will be INSTALL
ed at The Governors cottage at Sea
Girt within the next few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21
7 FEoERALs DEAD
And 10 Wounded in Outpost Fighting
60 Horses Killed.

At General Ffuerta's Federal Head
quarters, Santa Rosalio, Mex, June 90.
The order 10 move north on the
Mexican rebel stronghold at Bachimba
was given, today, by General Huerta.
the Federal commander.
The outpost fighting has resulted in
"a loss of seven Federal dead, IS
wounded and 80 horses killed.
The rebel losses are estimated at
much greater figures Gen. Rabago
reported he had routed the enemy in
verySinstance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

We're for Clark all the time Secretary
Woodsum, tonight, received notifica-
ton by telegraph from James r. Burke
OF Burlington, VI, that he would con-
test the state and district delegates
from Vermont and the Pettegrew fac
ton la South Dakota sent word it
would contest The johnson Delegates
from that state
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21
REBEL ARMY
Moves South--Train CoIides With
Engine Killing One Man.

Bachimba Mexico, June 20-The
entire rebel army moved south at
noon today. to meet the advancing
federals near ORTIZ. less than 20 miles
away a long String OF troop trains
carried the insIlrrectos out of their
fortified positions here one train
collided with an engine, killing one
man and wounding six, including
Colonel CaStella
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Alfred Dent of this city received a
telegram, Thursday morning, an
nouncing the death at Toma hawk,
Wis, early Thursday morning, Of his
sister. Mrs. Edward E. Schultz. Be-
sides Mr.. Dent, two sisters, Mrs. John
A. Roberts. Brockton, Mass. Mrs.
Amos Bulner of Woodstock, n. B.,
the husband, two daughter and one
sen. survive. Interment will be at
Wisconsin
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21
The New Brunswick Elections.

St. John, \. B., June 20.-The pro-
vincial elections, today. resulted prac-
tically in clean sweep for the Con-
servative government only two OPP
positionists. Dusal and Pelettier be-
ing elected. a. 3. Copp, the Opposi-
ton leader, was badly defeated in
Westmoreland
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

The p. C. r. Club will meet with
Miss Julia Sherman. Windsor street
Randolph, Friday evening, June Il.
All members are requested to be pres
ent, as important business is TO come
before the meeting, which is the last
one before September. The members
are requested to meet in Depot square,
al IN O'Clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

G. II. Wells is repairing the Gafdi-
ner Ceal and Supply Company's
wharf and stable on Mechanic street.
The wharf is being Strengthened and
made ready. for the coming of ship
ments of coal
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Charles f. Trask will have car
load of horses arrived frem the West,
Saturday. In the lot there will be
some extra values in farm horses. See
his adj. in this paper.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Miss Doris Tobey. whose marriage
is to take place in the near future,
was given a Stocking shower, Wednes-
day evening. at the home of Mrs
Frank Blaisdell. About Is were pres
ent and the gifts We're many and beau
fffuI
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

The ruins OF the Oakland Manufae-
turing Co. plant are still burning
The company is receiving orders. each
day. sore of which they can fill. as
their planning mill can be operated.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Regular meeting. Monday evening.
June "a, of Gardiner Grange, p. of
II. All members are requested to be
present, as the First and Second de-
grees will be worked on six eandi-
dates.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

All fnotorhoat owners on the stream
are requested to meet at 1870 Tues
day evening, at thc New Mills bridge,
to consider arrangements for boat
races on the Fourth.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

The new sidewalk, which has been
built on Steamboat street, is much
wider than the one there before and
is great improvement to that thor
euGhfare.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Richard c. Hathawax- aged ,, son
Of Mr.. ard Mrs. Guy Hathaway, died
Of pneumonia at the home of his pa
rents or Elm street. Thursday. The
funeral will be held at 10 o'clock, Sat
urliay. from st. Joseph's church. In
te snee.t will be IN the Catholic GENE
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Arthur Leonard, aged AZ. son Of
John Leonard of Water street, Law
renee, and John Twommey, aged 50,
OF f19 Broadway. fell from a singing
in the Central building, Wednesday
afternoon. while at work painting the
walls Leonard dropped five stories
and died at the General hospital.
Twomey was treated for an injured
foot at the hospital and was then re-
moved to his home. He fell 10 feet.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Mrs. NJ. l.. Stephenson. who has beer
the guest Of friends in Lynn. has re.
turned home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21
G. E. LANGILLE, 297 W G,sds ST., Maine

Mr.. Winslow is to open a wholesale
and retail candy and ice cream estab-
lisiment in the grocery store formerly
occupied by the Cash Market Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

The chorus choir of the First Bap-
fist church will meet. Friday evening.
at the church for rehearsal for Sun
day morning service.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Mrs. II. f. Kimbali has sold her
driving horse. Black Bess, to r. l..
Russell OF this city. The horse was
Il valuable one.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

r. E. Jones and Harry Messenger
OF Farmingdale have gone to Boston
ON business trip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

The, City of RoclIund viii come on
the kennebec route, June ., leaving
Gardiner. Monday afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Mfr. ard Mrs. Charles Arthur. of
North street. are receiving eongrat-
ubttinis on the birth of son. Thurs
day,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

T.. c. Leighton only advertises when
he has the goods to back up his claims.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Fred Johnson, who has been the
guest of friends here. returned, Thurs
day. to Everett Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Have you tried the new marshmallow
chocolate college ice at c. H. Beanes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Col Richards OF the Natiofa Home
aid ddt,gliter. Ruth left, Thursday, for
Beotlli,sy for a short time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21
Shipping News.

New York, June 20. -Arrived: str
President Grant. Hamburg
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

with Mrs. n. w cronk, 81 Highland
avenue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Mrs \. J. Hooker left. Thursday
for Medford, on Il visit to her sister
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

The 3lst Massachusetts. the 18th Con-
necticut and the 10th Maine t2) are re-
ported to be at New Orleans. The health
of the soldiers is excellent.--Portland Adj
vertiser, June 90 1862.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21
SHARP ENGAGEMENT

Is Looked for Between Federal Scout
ing Parties and Rebels.
At the Rebel Front, ortiz, MeMx
June 2o.-Federal scouting parties
were approached to a point eight miles,
below this place, and a sharp engage
ment is looked for during the day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

The Ladies' Aid of the Methodist
church will meet. Friday afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21
GARDINER.
Another Attempt to Burg
Iarize Gardiner Homes.
Boston lyrics Give Pleasing
Concert al UniyersaIist Church.
Gardiner Philanihropic Union Holds
Regular Meeting.

Mr.. and Mrs. Terrill left, Thursday.
for BostoE.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Mrs. G. H. Langille has gone TO sun
;ipce. n. H.. ON a visit to her sister
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-06-21

Il. II. Hazelton of New York was in
the city. Thursday on bushes.
Newark evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1909-1916, 1912-10-11

reason of getting more votes for
themselves.
1.-THE Republicans have made the
Board of Works a family affair."" de-
clared Mr.. lGillen, land 1t is now
nothing more than a skeleton for the
workingman. The only thing THAI
will change that skeleton to a real
live person is the election of Demo-
Gratis to the board. That will mean
that n man will do a mans work
and get a mans wages"
Assemblyman John e. Matthews
during his address told of the great
work done for Democracy by FORMER
United States Senator James Smith,
1r. 1T was Mr.. Smith, said Mr..
Matthews. who kept Democracy
alive In New Jersey. and, to show
what a great and good Democrat he
was, when he was defeated by former
Congressman Hughes for the nomina-
ton for Senator he was the first to
congratulate him.
1 Assemblyman Matthews went on to
state that he was in favor of taxing
the reserve funds of all CORPORATIONS
pointing out that the Prudential Life
Insurance Company had $23, 900, 900 in
reserve that should be taxed.
The last speaker was Louis ]. John
son, one of the leading negro Demo-
Gratis in the State. Mr.. Johnson told
of the work that was being done by
the negro Democrats in the State.
especially in Newark.