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American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

Notice is hereby given that bids
for the construction Of two School
buildings according to revised plans
prepared by Architect j. p. Hay
ward, in District No. SO, Blaine
county Idaho. will be received up
to Saturday. July 6. 1912, at IL
O'Clock noon. Each bid must be ac-
companied by a certified check for
500. The buildings contemplated
are fully set forth in the plan which
are In the possession Of j. p. Hay
ward. and bidders should inform
themselves of changes made. The
right is reserved to rel ct any or
all bids.
BY order of the board of trustees
of District No. So. Blaine County.
Idaho. 3S
j. +. Wilcox. Clerk.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

senator LA Toilette, the republican
progressive, appeared in the conven.
elon nail as Mr.. James sat down and
was escorted to the platform. He had
hardly reached there when a morton
TO lake a recess until s p. m. was put
and carried.
Morgan and Ryan Attacked by BRYAN.
A tight by William JENNINGS Rrvor
10 rid the democratic party of the
Observation-Disclosures interests" de-
iayed the beginning of nominating
speeches. at the night session from 3
CLOCK until nearly II.
A resolution introduced bv him
which was passed by a two-thirds ma,
IoFity' declared the convention onnos
eo 10 the nomination of any candidate
under obligation o j. p. Morear
inonas +. Ryan. August Belmont. or
any pryilege-seeking class"
II convention was thrown into .
iufore by the proposition, which ,s
originally introduced called for the
"l'haraWai ofRyan and Belmont. del.
esa'es from Virginia and New yorL
respectively.
ms part Of the resolution was 70.
''n'ed as Invading the rights of sov.
e'eh states, and when it's fun imnor,
ahe known boos and catcalls. jeers
''&hiSses were mingled with hand.
elapPng' cheers and stamping of fea,
In the galleries and on tbe H.. oe'
Nominations are Made.
o"ea' A. Underwood. Of Alabama.
uaaihp Clark, OF Missouri: woodron,
"nson Of New York. and s,m.nn
BALDWIN, Of Connections. 49,"
'H"sa IN nomination. Both tho ~.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

Portland. Or.--Martial law, for the
Drss time In the history Of the United
l,ateA, vas declared against a public
Inn. when Governor West closed the
Milwaukee Tavern. In keeping with
his recent threat to suppress the road
house evil The governor. as com.
manaer1nehlef of the military forces
u tbs stats. took personal charge Of
ms wsfiike demonstration.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

Judge Bulge Is eminently the msu
lsnr the supreme bench, and az Re-
pub,.cans see il at this stage OF
the camvaign, there Is no opposition
to him. nor could there be. While
Eindliest feeling exists for the good
services that have characterized the
tenure OF office OF Justice stewart
n IL felt that the requirements and
Increased business OF the court de-
mand the greatest work and ability
to properly dispose of IL. aud In thf
light sheer physical stength is of
some moment. Not only is Judge
Bulge Ia the prime OF manhood, but
his ripe experience ON the bench,
aud his unfailiug Integrity III him
for the position as no other man IN
She field is fitted Judge stewart
IS In failing health, aud while no
man can be condemned because OF
poor health. IL must follow that IL
would be- hardly be consistent bust
neSs 10 voluntarily associate phySi-
eiAl inability with arduous public
duty. All feel that Judge Stewart
IL entitled 20 some consideration,
but IL eouid not be the considera-
ton that would teopArdize the bust
Eess % a rourt. Consequently IL
H. meet sBA proper that Judge
BsGga b& advanced 10 The supreme
s@neh. - be Is oE@ * the Abses,
wrists ss Idaho. and a man Of
ksrEa4vh 81 z1tsd. physical force
AEE xtsAsg la every iiDe.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

tnterest In the primary election
il being aroused aud there promises
To be a heavy vote n this county.
There In ample NJ for suspician
that the Democratic ticket was ar
ranged In the interest of tho
nomination OF certain Republican
candidates. All these candidates on
tho Democratic ticket for the lcgis-
lature are from Malad Valley. Such
an arrangement needs no argument
to show that IL a not done In
good faith. IL they should be nom
mated they would stand no show
OF election II ~ reasonably certain
the democratic ticket will be rtL
~ ranged after the primaries, by re-
signations and appointments TO fill
thus created.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

] hereby announce myself a can
dldaie for denomination to the
office OF superintendent OF schools.
! feel that the work In this re-
gard speaks for itself.
| have endeayored with the CO.
operation of the teachers of our
pablie schools to raise the standard
q our educational system
Respectfully yours.
Henry Simpson.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

L@r1s.S1D-TEs first field Of barley
e~t tEas sssr - the William Necog-
RACK gs@Hs. ear lewiston, brings IN
&ssssxs 9a<s6 o. ~ bushels 70 The acre,
TEsss Il 80 is1asssDs tbss ms ssriy
EsSas ss-sse6 fssss tss few days 81
szssesassy warn weather,
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

Steetle-Simmons optical company
successors to the Drake-Simmons of
Boise Win be represented In Ameri-
can Falls July rs, Rockland July
9-1O, by DIR. Steele. IA Graduate of
MsCormicks School of Opthalmogy
OF Chicago where he specialized on
the eye and nerves. We straighten
cross eyes no cutting the most
difficult solicited. Consultation
Free.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

!. T. ], Evans. hereby announce
myself AZ q candidate on the re-
publican ticket for the office of
sheriff OF Oneida county. subject to
the action Of the primaries to be
held OF July 30th. 1912.
+. Evans.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

! JOAN g. Robins a do hereby
.N%nc& Rg@gf for she office II
lDsasg CoEAksoner. sgSieet 10 the
~A@%ska2eaa EHf5z>es % lilly aDkh
, 0eFs fgf q sy@zts deal
sg&E = 30sar&1E
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

Voters should not overlook the
fact that IL they want a business
4. administration they should nom
mate a business man to lead the
state ticket. Taxes can not BIO re-
duced IL appropriations still climb.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

In the primary election to be held
July 80. 1912. I Will be a candidate
for denomination for the office OF
State Treasurer on the Republican
ticket.
nave served one term and n !
have mad good" ! ask your sup
port. 0. v. Allen.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

To the voters of Oneida county:
l hereby announce by candidacy
representative upon the republi-
can ticket at the forthcoming pri-
mary election 10 be held on Tues
day. July Goth. 1912. subject to
the will OF the electorate OF Oneida
county n whose upquestioned integ-
rity ] have implicit confidence.
George ID. Casio.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04
POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENTS.

hereby myself as a
candidate IN the republican ticket
for reelection al a commissioner for
District No. 3. Oneida county.
l.. l.. Hatch.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

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sse&s&sG wA<A ss1 n EOsse AAst
xsseks 1&eaaA< . sc1zs%sp2Ssss plan
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fHskesd4 ay one seas FAs platform
~1f ~ fstasr srfarss6 ~ fs4a "a az
1Sissr nlsssns.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

bench. and his decisious are pointed
TO as clean cut and decisive and
bearing out every tenet and prin-
ciple OF law. There can be no other
choice for supreme judge. and the
republicans viii give him solid
strength. That mrch Is evident In
any section OF the state.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

2 Hvr go e4ssaas yssf4ss Agtsss ssisEs
]fass ~dsAapdsiat otss bssssca ~ CAS- fYtIt
onfteise Aiaspety saS ans fss9st q
osps esizf say npssp ~sl rcssDf 90 VIA
5r;Ase. No has 6sseal caasaf ~ 81
sessaats 0sssss0e 90 sfs SrpsszaS
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

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AeS.s II eax Sse SaG ~ ass4 81
xs@sAa&s Most All ssoke aa< well
asafsaek& 20 ~~ sgG gsgs ~. At
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American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

hereby announce myself as a
candidate on the republican ticket
Tor the office OF sheriff OF Oneida
county. subject to the action of the
primaries to be held on July 30.
David Davis.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04
Ecursions To Portland.

July 5, 6, 7, and 8th, via Oregon
Short Line from Idaho and Oregon
points for Elks National Convention.
Limit. July 31st. See agents for
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

Judge Bulge Ii sc Or in the lead
for the nomination for the supreme
court as To warrant the prediction
that he will lead all other candidate
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

The direct primary law will never
have a fair trial until the Democrats
have two candidates running for the
same office.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

!. Andrew May. hereby announce
myself as a candidate for re-elec-
ton on the republican ticket as
commissioner. Oneida county. sub
ejtc To the primaries on July 3Oth.
Andrew May.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

b<ssat saass gesls ES.a ssG<sAs
sespF esS,,x ss,fcaS- Oct & A%s
cssS fsssa MSksf&ss sssSssy CO
rA.sy aaes yssr ssls3ssf q ass sssS-
tleI1,
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

l hereby announce my candidacy
on the republican ticket for office
OF county attorney OF Oneida county
and IL elected | will do my duty to
the people.
Preston. Idaho. May 10.
A. G. Smith.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

hereby announce that /. am a
candidate for state senator for the
County OF Oneida on the republi-
a ticket. and shall be pleased to
receive the votes OF al, citizens at
the primary. election who stand for
a square deal"
Yours to serve,
j. N. Larsen.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

10 whom II may concern
hereby offer myself as a candid
ate Tor assessor for Oneida county
on tho republican ticket at the
coming primary election. am faith
fully yours. r. M. Perkins
Glendale. Idaho.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

hereby announce myself as a
candidate on the republican ticket
FOR reelection as Assessor and Col
loetor for ONEIDA County, subject
to the primaries to be held on July
30th.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

Miss l.. Fern Smith. OF the Malad
nigh school. will seek the republic
can nomination for the office of
county superintendent OF public in
struction, "Woman's Work For
woman" Is Miss Smiths slogan.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

l, ID. w. Davis. hereby announce
myself as a candidate for senator
on the republican ticket Of oneida
county. subject to the July primar-
ID. w. Davis.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

anyone who keeps tab on himsels
VIII be surprised at the number o
TOOL questions he asks.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

For sale cheap Good bicycle
Address Box 1853, American Falls
P.O.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1912-07-04

Barn dance tn John Eliasons barn
July 9th. All cordially invited.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-12
Preble- athaway,

Wilbur II. Preble of Whtefeld and
Ruth NJ. Hathaway of Randolph were
married, at p. NJ, Wednesday, Dec.
II. Thee ceremony was performed by
Rev. c. L. Jones of Pittston, at the
residence of the brides brothers., Guy
and Ray Hathaway, 40 Windsor street,
Randolph. Reuben Blackman served
as best man and Grace Preble. sister
of the groom, as bridesmaid. The
single ring service was used. The
bride was gowned in a gown of blue
crepe de chene, wore bridal veil and
carried bouquet of beautiful white
pinks. The bridesmaid wore a charm
ing creation of blue messaline. The
ceremony was performed under an
arch of evergfeens, the room being
artistically decorated in white and
green. wedding supper was served,
at 5 o'clock. The wedding was a quiet
one, only the relatives of the con-
tracing parties being present The
many beautiful gifts received testify
to the esteem in which the couple are
held. They will reside in Whitefield.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-12

were attired in pink chiffon over pinl
silk, with pink gloves, shoes ant
stockings, carrying garlands of pini
roses. The maid of honor, Miss Dora
| Brann of Waterville. also was gownet
in the same manner. Hon. Walter b
| Clarke of Portland was groomsman,
The ushers were DR.. Frank w
| Clarke. Bristol; Albert w. Clarke
Brooklyn, n. Y; DR.. Willis p. Clarke
Maiden, Mass. James A. Clarke, Dam
ariscotta, ard Harold e. Clarke o.
Portland.
The bride, who was given away by
her father, wore white charmeuse, with
pearl decorations. A tiny wreath oil
lilies OF the valley crowned her veil
and she carried q shower of lilies OF the
valley. Mrs. w. r. Haines, mother OF
the bride, was goWned in a hand en-
broidered black chantille, appliqued
with chiffon roses over cloth of sill
YER Mrs. Percy A. Crafts. sister of the
bride, wore a light green crepe de
chene trimmed with silver and green
The house was decorated with fir.
which was wound around the banis-
tiers with a wide white ribbon, and in
the upper hall were small Christmas
trees. which gave tie house a holiday
aspect. Roses and ferns were also used
in profusien. Wentworths Orchestra.
with selected players from Bangor and
Portland, played during the evening.
Miss Helen Mari and Miss Helen
Soper of this city We're the ribbon
girls; they were attractively attired in
green and white.
Among the out-of-town guests were
President and Mrs. Robert J. Alley Of
the University of Maine, of which Mr..
Haines has been for many years pres
iGent of the board of trustees; Mr.. and
Mrs. John NJ. Oak, Bangor; Mr.. and
Mrs. F. Marion Simpson. Bangor; E.
r. Winslow, Portland; Prof. and Mrs.
George r. Hamlin, Orono; Mr.. and
Mrs. f. w. Palmer, Mrs. C. F. Sim
mons, Miss Jennie Blaekington. Rock
land; Albert Clarke, New York; DR..
Willis Clarke, Maiden, Mass; DR.
Frank Clarke. Pemaquid: Harold
Clarke Damariscotta, and James Ar
thur Clarke of Portland.
The gift room revealed a magnifi-
cent display OF silver, cut glass, pic
lures, brio -brac, Tiffany lamps. and
other rare and beautiful articles. The
bridesmaids gift was a gold filled
clock CT handsome design.
The bride would have graduated
from Colby College, next June, had
she entered college in September.
1t was the wish of her parents that
she should graduate, but Miss Haines
thought otherwise, and the Governors
daughter had her way. The groom is
a law student in the office of his broth
eI, Hon. Walter B. Clarke of Portland
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-12
Troops Asked to :
Subdue the Jays

Muskogee, Okla, Dee. 11.-District
Judge John H. Pitchford, tonight, APP
pealed 10 GOV. Cruce to send troops 70
Delaware county, where factions from
the towns of old Jay and New JAY
are reported on the verge of battle
as result of the dispute between the
two towns, as to which should be rec
ognized as the county seat.
Judge Pitchford sent his message to
the governor from Stillwell in the ad-
joining county of Adair, where he is hold
ing court.
Direct communication with jay rs not
possible, tonight, because of a break in
the telephone wire. Dispatches from
Grove, the former county seat, however,
report the situation as critical and that
Sheriff-elect Thomson, who assumed Of
flee when Sheriff Hogan resigned today,
is assembling a posse with the intention
of marching to Old Jay and dispensing
| the men reported to be patrolling the
streets. Those contending against the re-
Auoval of the records to Jay are holding
| forth in the courthouse and nearby resi-
dences The raiders, under the leadership
/ of Sam Boney, a Cherokee Indian, are
1 said to number about 100.
As a precautionary measure, the Grove
dispatch says, the sheriff has advised
that women and children be removed
/ from the vicinity Of the courthousse.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-12
cLARKE-HAINEs WEDDING.
Daughter of Names Governor Elect
Becomes Portland Mans Bride.

Waterville. Me. Dec. 11.-(SpeciaD-
Miss Gertrude Woodcock Haines,
youngest daughter of Governor elect
and Mrs. William 7. Haines of Water
vile, was welded To Joseph Lawrence
Clarke of Portland. at 7.S0 p. NJ,
Wednesday, in the presence of the i'm
mediate families and QUITO town
guests, at the brides home, 3D. Silver
street, WaterVille. After the wedding
a reception was held at the home at
which more than 400 were present. Mr..
and Mrs. Clarke lefton the night train
for Auburn, where they We're the
guests for short time, of the brides
sister, Mrs. Percy A. Crafts. They will
enjoy their honeymoon in Boston and
New York. The couple will be at home
at Birch Knoll, Cape Elizabeth, after
Feb. |,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-12
Bad Fires in Ban
gor and Hampden

Bangor, Me, Dec. 11.-Firc, tonight
destroyed the farm buildings of Frank
Jellison in the suburbs of Bangor, with
most of their contents. including live
stock and crops. The loss is $4,000, in
surance $4,000. The fire was caused by
the explosion of lantern.
A fire in Hampden, tonight. destroy
ed the Hampden House, small hotel
a dwelling house and the store of
Frank Robinson causing a loss esti-
mated at $4,000. Communication with
Hampden has been cut Off the fire
having burned the telephone poles for
some distance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-12
Colby College.

Next Commencement viii mark the
45th anniversary of the graduation of
the class of 1868, which the living
members of the class expect to reeog-
nize by reunion. OF the Is who grad
uated only eight remain alive. all of
whom are confidently expected to re-
turn to Commencement, next June.
The class representative on the Colby
Aiumnus, Reuben w Dunn of Water
vile, who is well-known to the citi-
.zens as one of the spryest men in the
city, and whom the students consider
one of Colby's most loyal and devoted
alumni, has recently opened CORE
spondence and already he. has received
many responses, several Of which are
following.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-12
Little Oscar Hartman of
Randolph Run Over.
PeII CIason Camp, S. Of v,
Holds Election Of Officers.
Seniors Of high School to Give a
Drama, Frlday.-LocaI Notes.

Oscar, the 4-year- old son of j. F..
Hartman, so Water street, Randolph,
was run over, Wednesday afternoon,
by q team. The driver of the team
was in no way to blame. according to
bystanders, who witnessed the acct
dent, as the little fellow ran directly
in front of the vehicle and was not
seen by the driver, until it was too
late to avoid the accident. The child
was taken to his home and physician
summonsed. No broken bones were
found and it is thought he received
no internal injuries. He was some
what bruised. the wheels having pass
ed over his back, but luckily the car
rage was a light one.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-12
ANNUAL ELECTION, S. OF V.
Pell Clason Camp Elects officers at
Annual Meeting.

The annual election of officers of Pell
Clason Camp, s. of V, Auxiliary was
held. Wednesday evening. The chairs
were filled as follows:
President. Iva Wing; vice president, Eft
ia Morgan; trustees. Augusta McCaus-
land, Mrs. Laura Merrill and Mary Tur-
ner; secretary. Lena Marstin treasurer,
Margaret Hartman; chaplain, Annie
Dow; guide. lilo Gilman; assistant guide,
Isabelle Desmond; patriotic instructor.
Nellie Thornton; inside guard, Sadie
Farnsworth; outside guard, Ada Libby;
color guards, Lue Wilson and Laura
Keene; division delegate, Ida Dale; al
ternate, Nellie Thornton; national dele
gate, Leonora Merrill; national alternate,
Iva Wing; press correspondent, Leonora
Merrill; judge advocate. Walter Leighton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-12

The following is the cast of charac-
tiers for the drama to be given, Friday
evening, Dec. 10, at Library hall, by
the Senior class of the Gardiner High
school: Archibald Shillingsworth, John
Burke; Marcus Dill, Benjamin Dele
ware; Lucilla (Archibald's wife), Aro-
line Clark; Penelope Shadrach, (his
aunt, Lucille Joscelyn; Mr. Bum
(the housekeepeD, Marie McMullen. A
sale of fancy articles will be held, at
Z o'clock. The drama will begin, at s.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-12

Mrs. G. p. Noyes has recently had COM
pleted and erected on the family lot at
Oak Grove cemetery a beautiful monu-
ment, in memory of her late husband
Dr. Gideon Palmer Noyes. The monu-
ment is of Hallowell granite, of sar-
cophagus design, with a beautifully cary
ed cap. The base of the monument is 6
feet and inch by 4 feet inches, and
the height of the shaft is feet and 2
inches. The sides of the die are richly
carved. while the front bears the name,
date of birth and date of DEATH The
monument is an especially fine piece o.
work.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-12
SKOWHECAN.

: Earl Wells. charged with negligent
ly shooting a rifle whereby human
life was in danger, was given a hearing
before Trial Justice A. Q. Priest,
Wednesday Afternoon, and placed un-
der $500 bonds to await the action of
the grand jury. He was arrested by
Sheriff Moocrs, after Fred Gallant had
been shot through both legs, Monday
by a rife. He was carrying a dead
rabbit by the hind legs from the woods
1t is alleged that as Gallant was COM
ing out of the woods, Wells saw at a
distance of about 40 feet a rabbit, and
fired twice. one bullet going wild, and
the other going through both of CAL
lants legs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-12


Rev. Edwin G.. Whittemore, d. D.,
pastor of the First Baptist church of
Waterville, performed the ceremony.
Mr.. Whittemore was for several
years pastor at Damariscotta, the for
mer home of the family of the groom.
and was intimate with them as may be
judged from the fact that for a long
time Mr.. Whittemore's choir was made
UP exclusively of members of the
Clarke family. The rites We're solemn
lied under an arch of maiden hair
fern, the II bridesmaids. each attired
in pink from head to feet, surrounding
the pair in a semi circle. The brides
maids are all members of the Tues
day Club, as follows: Miss Alice Brad
ley, Miss Jessie Bradley. Bath: Miss
Lucille Soper. Miss Esther Sweet. Miss
Lura Thomas. Miss Meverette Shack,
ford, Miss Annie Warren, Miss Louise
Springfield, Miss Esther Robinson
Waterville; Miss Mary Clarke, New
York, and Miss Harriet Clarke. Dam
ariscotta, sisters of the groonl4 They
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-12

, display at the store of Decker & Day.
1t consists of over 100 articles of hard
ware, and no man has yet been found
who can tell the use that each was in
teNded for.