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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
Funeral of Gen. Booth Will
Be Held, Aug. 29---His Son
Appointed to Succeed Him.

London, Aug. 21.--In the presence of
all the Salvation Army commissioners
and the principal officers in London at
the international headquarters on
Queen Victoria street, Gen. Booth S
testament, entrusted to the army's So
lieitor % years ago appointing the
late commander-in-c chiefs son Bran
well Booth, to succeed him, was open
ed, today, and read.
Bramwell Booth, who has been chief
of staff of the Salvation Army since
1880, accepted the succession formally
with much feeling. His speech was, a
prayer and the Scriptural reading was
followed by an impressive service. Mrs.
Bramwell Booth and Mrs. Booth Hell
berd and other well-known army lead
ers were among the participants.
General Booths funeral will be held,
on the afternoon of Aug. %. at Abney
Park cemetery, in Stoke Newington,
where his wife is buried. The funeral
procession from the international
headquarters, which will pass through
some of the principal thoroughfares of
the city, will start at noon. Many
thousands of persons are expected to
participate in the funeral service for
the army, which will be held on the
preceding night at the great hall of
Olympia, the scene of the international
horse shows and various exhibitions
which has been chosen for its spa
ciousness.
Local newspapers suggest that the
generals work entities him to lie in
Westminsters of st Paurs cathedral,
where many of the nations greatest
heroes of war and peace are entombed
but his wish was to be buried beside
his wife. and it is doubtful if the
church authorities will make the offer
to place the body in the cathedral
Bramwell Booth presided at the meet
ing in the international headquarters.
In his speech accepting the leader
ship of the army he said:
II promise in the strength of God
that | will, to the full measure of my
ability, discharge the obligations this
Office imposes upon me as they are set
forth in our foundation documents. |
will do this in fear of God out of love
for the army and out of regard to the
memory of him whose thoughts and
purposes these instruments express.
You will not expect me to speak OF
him. today. confess my heart is too
much moved at our great loss. l felt
last night, as we closed his eyes and
I saw him pass away, that here was
concluded a life of splendid conflict
for righteousness. and, may | not add.
a life of splendid triumph for the cause
of Christ"
King George was one of the first to
telegraph his condolences to the be-
reaved family. Mesa ges also We're re-
ceived from Premier Asquith, the
Archbishop of Canterbury and other
prelatcs of the Church of England;
the Lord Mayor of London, Sir Thomas
Il. Crosby; the Earl of Heath. and
many others. including representatives
of ell the Protestant creed and promi-
nent persons of the Jewish faith.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
Senator Penrose Disposes of
The Campaign Fund Changes.


Washington, Aug. Gin a careful,
deliberate speech in the Senate, late
today, Senator Penrose of Pennsylva
MIA replied to the charges made re-
garding certificate of deposit for
$4,000 sent to him by John ID. Arch
bold of the Standard Oil Co., in 1904
Senator Penrose admitted receiving
that sum from Mr.. Arehbold. but as
serted it was part of contribution
of S125,000 made by Archbold to the
Republican National campaign fund,
100000 of which. amount, he said.
went to the Republican National COM
mittee and $4,000 to himself for use
I'm Pennsylvania.
President Roosevelt had been adj
vised of the contribution, senator
Penrose declared. He said that later
Cornelius NJ Bliss. then treasurer of
the National committee, asked for
another contribution of $4,000 from
Archbold and his associates interest
ed in the Standard Oil Co.
"The demand was urgent, insistent.
may say imperative, and it was rep
resented that it came direct from
|,Rooseyelt,sQ declared Senator Pen
Prose, forcefully.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
CLARK FOR MAINE.

Sea Grit, N. j., Aug. 21.-Speaker
Champ Clark soon will take the stump
in Maine for the Democratic ticket, ac-
cording to an announcement by Gov.
Wilson, tonight. The Governor said
that Edward Goltra, National commit
teeman from Missouri, had so inform
ed him over the telephone from New
York and that he was pleased to hear
it.
1t is understood Speaker Clark will
go to Maine before the Gubernatorial
election, Sept. 8. Though Gov. Wilson
himself will not go into Maine until
after the September State elections,
indications are the National campaign
committee is directing it's efforts to
make a strong early campaign in that
State. 1t is felt the September elections
will give the first indications of the
trend of telling towards the three ma
tional candidates
Governor Marshall, the Vice Presi-
Dental candidate, and Rep Henry of
Texas are among the other speakers
who will stump in Maine before the
September balloting
Gov. Wilson was told, tonight, of
press reports Gov. Harmon of Ohio
"Ohid MANI ScNGi al 1ttoieSSt5 III the
Middle West for the Democratic Ma
tional ticket.
That's fine" commented the Cover
nor. I'm glad To hear it,
From Ohio, incidentally, Gov. Wilson
was given an optimistic report, today,
by VIM. Finlay, the state chairman
Mr.. Fjnlay told me- said Coy. Will
son. tonight, 'it seemed to him we
would carry Ohio
The Governor inquired of Mr. Fin
lay If there was TO be two state tick
cts In the field against the Democrats
and learned there would be. The Gov
ernor assured Mr. Finlay he would go
out to Ohio for several addresses.
Six hundred babies in go carts. min
iature wagons and floats passed in
review. today. before the Governor In
the annual baby parade at Asbury
Park
The Governor was enthusiastically
applauded as he entered the enclosure
where the show was held. Massive
stands had been erected for dis
lance of half mile, where thousands
of people were seated. A downpour
of rain threatened for time to spoil
the parade. There was a general rails
ing of umbrellas. but the skies cleared.
AS the babies passed single file be-
fore the judges stand. where the
Governor sat. his attention was at
tracted by a little fellow. who was
percffed on the. protruding ears of a
bull moose.
Charles Joseph Hoffman, of Asbury
Park, year old. rode the animal and
wore a Rough Rider costume. The
mother. who wheeled the float, stop
ped it in front of the Governor. He
leaned forward and shook hands,
while the crowd cheered.
The Governor left the reviewing
stand once and walked across the road
to the throne where the queen of the
event sat. She was Miss Hazel Man
ners. The Governor greeted the queen,
while the crowd cheered.
The Governors party included Mrs.
Wilson.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22

William Flynn Roosevelt leader in
Pennsylvania, was scored by Penrose.
The senator charged that. in 1904
Finn offered him and Israel w. Dur
ham 100000 or S2.00o,o00 if they
would favor his candidacy to the Sen
ate to succeed Senator Quay. Senator
Penrose read what purported to be
copies of kilograms to show that
Finn asked Archbold to assist him
in securing the election. Senator Pen
rose also attacked e. A. Van Valken-
burg, editor of the Philadelphia
North American, and referred to the
"effroHtery and mendacity of the Van
Valkenburg- Finn combination
The galleries of the Senate were
filed and were bright with feminine
finery in response to the announce
ment that Senator Penrose was tn
speak. The floor was crowded with
senators and members of the House
He read his speech from printed
proofs and talked slowly and i'm
pressively.
At the conclusion of his speech the
senator promised further disclosure
Senator Stone of Missouri asked him
il he knew anything OF the contripu-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
Foss IN VERMONT.
He Tolls His Audience What the
Democratic Party Can Do.

Wilmington, VT, Aug. 2f.-The first big
gun of the Democratic state campaign in
Vermont was fired here. today, by Gov
eruor Foss of Massachusetts, native
born son of the Green Mountain state.
In an address at Democratic rally. The
sneaker discussed the tariff at consider
able length, especially In relation to the
textile industry. He spoke of his own
experience as Republican worker and
told why he had gone over into the Dem
ocratic ranks, In conclusion he told ms
hearers that they had the greatest OPP
portunity of their lives to render a great
public service.
'You can turn Vermont into the Demo-
cratic column, this fall he said and
the moral effect Of your victory upon the
whole country will be incalculable.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
NATIONAL HOME.

officer of the day. Capt. Henry Nc
Dewitt.
DIR. Courtney p Grover. assistant sur
geon at the Branch for the past year.
has been transferred to the Western
Branch at Leavenworth, Kan. During
his stay here DIR. Grover has made many
friends, who although sorry to lose him.
all united in wishing him success in his
new position
Edwin A. Norwood, late Co Il. 29tn
Me, Inf. has been transferred to the
Mountain Branch.
John Gallagher of Kansas City, Mo,
late navy. has been readmitted to the
Branch.
Frank J. Higgins of Boston, late Co.
NJ. 18th Z. S. Inf, former member has
been readmitted -
Christopher G. Wells has returned to
the Home. after passing furlough in
Limington.
Burroughs were granted. Wednesday, to
William b. Cahill TO New York City,
Cornelius Donovan to Boston. Arthur Lee
land to Bangor. Thomas kieran to West
Deighton, Gardner Parker to Portland.
Lawrence Mackie to Fall River.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
Campmeeting on
No. Arson Grounds.

North Arson, Me-. Aug. 21.--(Spe-
ciaD. -Tuesday brought events OF
great interest at North Arson camp
meeting Rev. G. g. Southwick off
Madison preached on the Holy Spirit
Power in the Church." Miss Bessie
Crowell. returned missionary from In
dia, delivered a thrilling address on
the, work of missions in that country.
more especially among the women
and girls The hearts of all we're stir
red with sympathy and determination
to help in every way possible to senG
Christian light and civilization where
such wretched heather conditions ex-
list Miss Crowelfs stereopticon lee
ture in the evening showed close
acquaintance with the people and ex-
tensive knowledge of the great dark
empire. where she has spent many
years in educational and evangelistic
work Many of the pictures were
photographs taken by herself on the
ground. The music of the evening al
so had special reference to India.
DR.. Leitchs morning lectures are
throwing much light on the mystic
rious things of the Book of Revela-,
ton. and are listened to with much
pleasure and profit.
Wednesday was given over to tenn
perance, Mrs. l.. M. N. Stevens ana
Miss Gordon holding forth on that
great theme, and the work of the W.
C. r. U. Thursday, is Chiidren's day.
Saturday is BOYS day. Rev X. a.
Richs illustrated sermons are OF eN7
ceptional devotional value
The grounds are becoming more
delightful on account of the decora-
ton of the buildings by an actife
body of young people. Earl Merrill az
the organ, Mrs. Merrill Leitch WITH
the cornet, Miss Alice Spear with ths
violin and Rev. ]. A. Beicher leading
the choir, make a fine musical eomD,,
nation. Everybody who can shouia
come and enjoy the good times
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
AUGUSTA LOCALS.
The Lure of the Spud.

-Four sturdy young men. fairly well
dressed and not over 20 years of age.
applied for lodging. Wednesday night.
at the police station. They gave their
names as Harold Barker. Sid Hemen-
way, Arthur Corbin and Morris An-
drews, and claimed to come from New
Britain, CT. They said that they had
walked and ridden on freight trains
200 miles since Monday and claimed
to be on their way to Aroostook coun-
ty. where they said they expected to
obtain employment harvesting pota-
toes
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
MAINE PRoeREsslvEs
Meet in Portland, Wednesday, to Com
plete Organization In This State.

Portland, Me, Aug. 21-The State
committee of the Progressive party
held meeting here, today, and com
pleted its organization. Former Attor-
ney General George NJ. Seiders of Port
land was chosen chairman and Frank
M. Low of this city treasurer. 1t was
announced that Col. Roosevelt and
Gov. Hiram w Johnson of California
had promised to speak in the State aft
ell the September election. A commit
atee was appointd to establish State
headuuarters
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
KING GEORGES TRIBUTE
Sends Message to Salvation Army
Headquarters, Wednesday.

London, Aug. Fixing Georges
message to Rramwell Booth at the
Salvation Army headquarters, this
morning, was as follows:
4 am grieved to hear the sad
news of the death of your father. The
British nation has lost a great organ
izer and the poor whole hearted and
sincere friend, who devoted his life
to helping them in a practical way.
Only in the future, we shall always
realize the good wrought by him for
his fellow creatures. Today, there is
universal mourning for him, | join in
it and assure you and your family
of my true sympathy in the heavy
loss which has befalen GU"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
Feature Event At Grand
Circuit Won By Baden In
Three Straight--=Purse $4,000.

placing three cleverIy driven heats
turned the battle for himself The
summaries:
TURITY-2-Y FARO LDS-TROTTING-
PURSE S2o01--2 IN s.
Lord Allen, c, by Trigantle (McDon-.
ald) ,-......:..,..; ''''.''''55 a
Dillon AXworthy, b t.o eserri'b..........$
TIE Artisan, 70 h).......'..ds
Time-21Ss. 2.lSi.
Lord Allen won $l4eo, Dillon AXworthy
and Peter Johnson S210 each.
THE CHAMPIONSHIP FREEFOR-ALL
TROT-PURSE 5000 - 3.
Billy Burke, b h, by Silent Brook (Mc-
Donald Observation-Disclosures. t.....-.l !
A ANIL f,,pa + Gers g1 Pr Mnrnbyi
Time-2.01a, 2.0Si.
THE GRANITE sTATE-21O CLASS
TROTTING-PURSE 5000
Baden, h. by Bingora tRodney1..1 l /
Kenyon w, blk h tMcDonald)......2 !.
Dorsh Medium. b m tGeers).........4 5
Esther w, IN COX. ................5 3
Swanee b m Parker). commenced
Time-2.101, 2f0a, 2.099.
IA CLASS, TROTTING-PURS 5000.
Dorchester. blk h. by Dictator
Bronson 9an my g. by Bingen iTitusi.i
Baron Todd, br n 6McDonald) ID 3
Burt Axworthy, oh h II MurphY5 4 4 A
Igo, b (king), ..........;s. ;.....4 Ids
Time-2.12l. 2.12l, 2.12i, 2.l5l
PIG CLASS. PACING-PURSE $1,000.
Susie NJ, m. by Graf Medium
fSunderlinD ....................2 l l
Cecilian Belle. b m, by Cecilan
Prince (Milem) ......,.........1 2 a
La Rustna. blk IN tCoxl.......4 . 5 3 9
Kovak h CT. Murphy).......3 3 4 4 3
Teddy Bingen, b Ii Crowley. 6 I 5ro
Joe X, b & tWhitman. ....,...7 ; Gro
John s., ch g fEldr dge). ..-.....5 6 7ro
Time-2 I34. 2.13i 2.1Si, 2.12l, 2l33.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
AGAINST PRoGREssIvEs.
Another Suit to Keep Their Names
OFF the Ticket in Kansas.

Topeka, Kan, Aug. g--A second in
junction suit to prohibit the names OF
the eight Roosevelt Presidential electors
being put on the general ballot in Kan
sas was filed. today. before Judge Smith
Mcpherson of the United States court at
Red Oaks. la. A temporary restraining
order was granted and Charles Sessions,
secretary of state, was notified by tele-
graph not to make any move until the
injunction had been argued.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
- =.
Max;can Gunboat at San Diego.

San Diego, Cat, Aug. Tine MeNI-
can gunboat General Guerrero. com
manded by Oton Blanco, and the
steamer Benito Juarez. owned BY the
campania Naiviera Del Pacifico, nave
been captured by the rebels, accord
ing TO private adviees, today. rom
Mazatlan. The gunboat carries crew
of los officers and men and is equipped
with four 6-inch and two 4-inch guns.
according to Leon Gomez. Mexican
consul here.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
Today,s Concert Program.

March-'aThe Iron King" St Clair
Overture-"MerryW Wives of Windsor,
Nicolai
Hoschua
Selection from "The Prima Donna.
Herbert
"Safvation Army PATROL" Herman
Selection of American Nations Songs.
Lampe
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
Gov. Foss to Stump Vermont.

Boston, Aug. Ex-Governor Foss
left Boston, today, for a two days
stumping trip in Vermont to aid the
Democratic campaign in that state.
His first speech viii be at Whining
ton, few miles north of Hoosac
mountain, and in the evening he in
tended to speak at Brattleboro.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22

A delegation of Indianians, Wednes-
day, urged President TAFT TO appoint
III. Bernard, chief chemist OF lnaiaha'
to succeed DR.. Harvey W. WHEY as
chief of the bureau of chemistry.
They were told the President stiii
holds the place open.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
A DEcoY FAD"
CONTINUED from Page one)

Offices to do clerical work. One OF his
most recent jobs was addressing en-
yelopes for a large manufacturing
concern.
The Kansas authorities telegraphed,
today, that officers are on the way 20
take the prisoner back to Abilene.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
jeremiah SHAY.

The death of jeremiah Shay occurred.
Wednesday morning. in the Home hospi-
tai here lie was horn in Ireland about
50 years ago. He enlisted in the navy al
New York, Dec 81 1868. and was mus
tered out, Dec 20. 1864. He was admit
ted to the Home from Dover. N. j.. June
16 1894
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
Bracket Has ENOUGH of Politics.

Saratoga. n. Y, Aug. 21.-State
Sdhator Edgar T. Bracket, who has
been member of the state Senate.
since 1896 with the exception of two
years, and who was minority leader
of the Senate, last winter, today, an
nourced his retirement from politics.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22

81 am proud of all the men under
my command. They performed their
duty, ssYel y, upQe Very trying circsqgm19,-
stances. Every man was ready to re-
spoadsin se5pfiemergenGyohut allfelt
that they had only done their duty"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
BRAMWELL BOOTH SUCCESSOR.
Will Follow Late William Booth As
Commander of Army.

New York, Aug. 21--William Bramwell
Booth, SON of the late William Booth,
commander of the Salvation Army, has
been appointed head of the army to sue
coed his father. This announcement was
made at Salvation Army headquarters
here. this afternoon, after a cable mes
sage announcing the appointment had
been received from London
New York Aug 2l-The American
headquarters of the Salvation Army wa<
plunged into sorrow, today, over the
death of Gen. Booth Commander Eva
Booth. head of the army in America, is
Frustrated over her fathers death. col
Cox, who has charge of the army's pub
LEGATIONS. says that until official notfi-
cation of the generals death was ret
ceived from the international headquar-
ters in London nothing would be done
here.
New York, Aug. 2l-Memorial services
national in scope. in tribute to the mem
Dry of Cen W. NJ. Booth, will be held
Sunday afternoon, Sept Is.
In New York city great non-secta-
rian meeting will be held in Carnegie
nan at liIC SAINT tlIilc puSuoht
the United States in every city and ev-
cry village, similar services will take
place.
Speakers irrespective of creed or race,
will be on the program. This is the plan
of the Salvation Army as given out, to-
day, at the army headquarters here.
Miss Eva Booth. head of the Saliva
tion Army in the United States and
daughter of General William Booth, re-
manned at her hall, last night, aver
learning of the death of her father. To
day, she was in a state of collapse caus-
ed by her grievance and it was necessary
to have physician attend her. q
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
SHERMAN NOTIFIED.
CONTINUED from Page One.)

sturdy supporter of high compensa-
ton for wage earners and our INDUS
trial success through a,sproteetiNe lar
Tiff. am proud am to be q joint stan
dard bearer with you for that party Of
conservatism, sanity and progress.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22

The Salvationists do not wear
mourning. but at the funeral of the
late evangelist they will wear white
arm bands with red cross and crown.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22

to accomplish that WHICH we have spe-
officially refused to give them authority
to do. This is a proper subject for in
vestigation by the Senate
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
ASK FOR MORE MARINES.
American Minister Wants More In
Order to Hold Ports Open.

Washington, Aug. 21.--In addition
to the marines and bluejackets ashore
in Nicaragua from the three Ameri-
can naval vessels, the Annapolis, the
Tacoma and the Justin. American
Minister Weitzel has asked for details
at Corinto and at San Juan Del Sur,
both on the west coast. 1t is neces-
sary to hold these ports in order that
communication may be maintained
between the cable station and the
American legation at Managua.
The gunboat Denver, under push or
ders, should arrive at Corinto, Sun
day.. She will lard about $50 blue
jackets. bringing the total of the
American force ashore up to 700 men.
Prairie Leaves for Philadelphia.
Portsmouth, n. H., Aug. 21.-The
cruiser Prairie left Portsmouth for
Philadelphia, late this afternoon. The
cruiser arrived from Philadelphia,
this forenoon, and received orders to
return Immediately.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-08-22
Prairie Leaves for Philadelphia.
STEAMER ARRIVES.

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PREPARED TO TAKE HAND.

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Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1912-03-05
BAKER.


Mrs. Mary A. Baker died at the home
of her son. Jacob Baker, Saturday,
February "a, 1912.
Mary Anna Schneider was born in
Harsperch, Germany. May II. 1884,
and in the spring of the year 1857 she
came to America. Soon thereafter she
was married to Jacob Baker. To this
union were born five children, Kathryn,
Jacob. Mary. Maggie and Frank. Her
husband and kathyrn and Frank have
preceded her in death. Two daugh-
ters and one son survive to mourn the
death of their beloved mother: also
seven grand children mourn her death.
Funeral was held from the residence of
her son, Monday morning to st. JOS
eph's church, where Father Wagener
celebrated requiem high mass. Inter
ment was made inst. Joseph's Catholic
cemetery. The funeral services were
largely attended. Those from away
were Mr.. Joe Herold and daughters
Emma and Gertrude and Mr.. Clemence
Herold from Spillville, Iowa, Mr.. Hen
ry Lichtman, from New Hampton, Ia,
CARD OF THANKS.
To the friends and neighbors who SO
kindly assisted us at the time of our
recent bereavment we wish to express
our heartfelt thanks.
Mr.. and Mrs. Jacob Baker.
Mary Baker.
MIR. and. Mrs. Joe Herold.