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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21
Wilson Has Siren
uogs Day in Ohio.

Columbus, Ohio, Sept. 20-Twelve
hours did Governor Wilson spend in
Columbus. today In these were crowd
cd the formal opening of the Demo-
cratic campaign in Ohio a luncheon
WITH Governor Harmon. Rep. James
II. Cox. the Democratic candidate for
Governor and state leaders, and a Sc
ries Of speeches and receptions.
It was strenuous windup to the
Presidential nominees first week of
consecutive campaigning. AS he start
ed back to Sea Girt, n. j., tonight, he
said he was more than satisfied and
pleased both with the thrill of cam
pa;gning and the enthusiastic greet
ings he had received.
The nominees speeches We're as va
rious in the fields they covered. as
We're the events on the days program.
The Governor made speeches on ed
ucation as well as politics. In the one
Kind he drew attention to the special
tics and distractions of university
life In the other there stood out prom
inently his criticism of board of ex-
ne.ts to handle tne tariff or the trust
problems. Experts. he said, had too
narrow a vision and always delayed
legislation. The Governor made his
first reference also TO the present cur
rency system. charaeterizing it as
"Stitf antiquated and inelastic.'
Enthusiasm and demonstration
spread through The days events. For
the first time in his life the Governor
said he saw what the Democratic or
sanization looked like He saw the
precinct organizers. the county leaders
and the state executive, and with
them hundreds Of co-Workers. They
crowded Memorial hall and gave the
nominee big ovation.
From the meeting of the Democrat
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21
James E. Kelley.

telegram received, Friday, stated
that James Kelley of Portsmouth, n.
H., and formerly of Gardiner. was
stricken with heart disease in the
North Union station in Boston, Thurs
day night, and died while being taken
to a hospital in an ambulance. He
was AZ years of age. A widow who
resides in Kittery, two brothers. John
and George Of this city, survive.
Mr. Kelley was in charge of the
Portsmouth office of the Atlantic Ex-
press Co, and had recently been APP
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

Shields of Syracuse, n. Y; William
Wray Of Brooklyn and William Van
derhury of Philadelphia.
The record for "a hours is 1893 miles,
made, oct. 3 1910, by Charles Spencer
and Charles GGstaphsen at Springfield
Mass.
The racers set off at terrific pace and
at the end of the first hour the leader,
Lockner and Shields, had reeled off 81
miles and ! lap, with Chapple and spen-
Ger lap behind, while the minimum
was g miles for the hour, the distance
covered by Wray and Yenderbury. The
old record for an hour was As miles.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21
Lambda lota Club Election.

The Lambda Iota Club was delight
fully entertained by Miss Flora DAN
forth, on Cobbossee avenue, Thursday
evening. It was the first meeting of
the soason Games were played and
ice cream and cake served. The fol-
lowing officers We're elected for the
ensuing year: Pres, Walter Wyman;
Vice Pres, Miss Grace /. Clark; Sec.
and Treas. Miss Madeline P. Dill;
committee on entertainment, Miss
Sara f. Moore. chairman, Miss Ruth
Lockwood, Walter Wyman.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

Gardiner Commandery, y. Q. g. c.,
held a rousing meeting, Friday eve
ming. in Foresters hall. Commander
les from Halloweu. Augusta, Water
Vile. Lewiston and Nassalboro were
represented Many of the Grand Lodge
officers were present. including Grand
Commander Herbert McKenney and
others. The program consisted OF
readings and songs by the members.
A supper was served. The commit
tee in charge: Mrs. II. E. Littleheld,
chairman; Mrs. Jerry Dow, Miss Eve
lyn Dow, Mrs. +. j. Hartman. MISS
Grace Hamlin, Mrs. Roy Merry, Mrs.
Ethd French, Miss Eva Flowers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21
Mrs. VIM. LIeweliyn.

Henry LIewellyn of this city re-
ceived word. Friday. of the death st
Rockland, Mass, of his mother, Mrs.
VIM. Llewellyn. aged 10 years. IWo
sons, Henry of this city and William
of Roekland, Mass, two daughters,
Mrs. Mary Estes of Brockton and
Miss Blanche Llewellyn of Rocklanc,
twe sisters. Mrs Charles Reinhari
and Mrs. John Llewellyn of Boston.
survive. Mr.. Llewellyn left on the
afternoon train for Rockland
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21
STRIKE BREAKERS sYMPATHlzE.
Strikers bepIore Outbreak In Superior
Police and Firemen Alert.

Duluth. Mimi. Sept. 20-At a meeting,
today, of the Duluth street car strikers,
speakers deplored, last nights outbreak
in Superior.
Quiet prevailed in Superior. today.
Cars were run to all parts of the city
without active interference. The police
and sheriff are on the alert and the fire
companies are relied upon to disperse
with water any crowds the police cannot
scatter.
In Duluth strike breakers. today, We're
noticed giving money to the strikers The
strike breakers profess sympathy with
the ,0ld1<ampleyes,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21
THE OHIO CAMPAIGN
Will Be Opened, Today, by Senator
Lodge for Republicans.

New York, Sept 20.--National Chair
man Hilles, today, announced that the
Republican meeting at Columbus,
Ohio, tomorrow, which has been re-
garded as state affair, win be the
formal opening Of the National Repub-
lean Presidential campaign
Senator Henry Cabot Lodge of
Massachusetts, will deliver the keynote
speech, and addresses will be made
by Rep. Philip Campbell of Kansas,
Former representative flames Wat
son of Indiana and Rev. John Wesley
Hill of New York.
Mr.. IIilles said that from the time
Senator Lodge gives the signal until
Nov. :, the Republican campaign will
be in full swing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21
JOHNSON AT cINciNMATI.
Tells Presidents Fellow Townsmen
That He Will Run Third.

Cincinnati. Sept. 20.--Gov. Johnson en-
tered the home city of President Taft.
tonight, and told his fellow townsmen
that the nations Chief Executive will
run third in the coming election.
Each day." said the Vice Presidential
candidate, ..it becomes more evident to
me that Mr.. Taft is entirely eliminated
from this fight. l think he will finish
third.
"Of Mr.. Wilson as a man have moth
ing but words of communication. He may
be a very fine gentleman, but do say
that he is untried. His strength in a
great crisis has not been shown
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

Frederick Pinkus, prosperous young
manufacturer of New York, was SEN
fenced to the work house for 10 days,
Friday, on the complaint Of Elsie Hutter.
a girl, who he invited to ride in his auto
mobile and when they reached dark
side of the street she testified. he insult
ed her and she screamed. She used her
hatpin to repulse him until police
man arrived "You are man OF wealth,
good breeding and education" said the
court. "but this sort of thing has got to
stop" itsss4
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21
A DECISIVE BATTLE
Expected Soon at Granada Between
' Regular and Rebels.

F. New Orleans. Sept. 20.-Nicaraguan
government troops yesterday. cap
tured the Quartet at Mazaya and lib
Grated 300 prisoners, according to cable
messages received here, today.
: It is. believed here that Gen. Hele-
don ard the revolutionary forces have
retired To Granada, the revolutionists'
stronghold on Lake Nicaragua, where
it is thought decisive battle will be
fought within the next few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21
MOTOR CYCLE RACE.
Five Teams Start for "a Hour Con-
test at Brighton Beach.

New York. Sept 2O.-FIve teams
started. at 1911 O'Clock. tonight. in Il
24-hour motor cycle race at the Brigh-
ton Beach Stadium Motordrome. The
starters
Arthur Chapple of New York and
Charles Spencer of Springfield, Mass;
James Mcneil of Edinburgh, Scotland,
and John Cox of New York; Hartley
Thomas and Ray Neditze of Philadel-
phia; George Lockner and William
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21
Saturday and Sunday Program.

March-"Gen. ]. S. Smith," Theme
Overture Festival" Luetner
"Naukeag Polka" j. O. Casey
Cornet solo by Albert Ceska.
Auber
Sleeping Beauty.
Guardia
"Reminiscences of 100 Years Clement
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21
THE BAD WEATHER
May Kill Vanderbilt Cup Auto Races
At Milwaukee.

Milwaukee, Wis, Sept. 20.-Raee
officials and motoring enthusiasts, to-,
night, ON the, eve of the eighth sched-
uled running of the historic Wander
hilt Cup Automobile race. almost gave
up hope of Witnessing the contest.
Continued srainys weather has made
the race, eouEsss $50 soft that it has
become .dangsrssisss and tho Z forecast
issued, tsgaisfitsaii&a looldeu snansettled
weather,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

Mr.. and Mrs. John L. Collins are
guests of his father. Frank S. Collins,
West Gardiner. Their 3-months-old
son, Richard Walter, died, Thursday,
at West Gardiner. The funeral will
be held at Z. NJ. Friday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21
Storm P0stpones
Motor Cycle Races.

Wauwatosa Race Course, Milwau-
kee. Wis, Sept 20.-The start of the
two races on today's program of sthe
Vanderbilt cup automobile meeting
here was postponed, from noon to Z
o clock this afternoon, because of the
wet track. 8a
After waiting until nearly 2 o'clock
for fair weather. the Pabst and Wis
consin Trophy races were postponed
until Tuesday, because of the condi-
ton of the course. 1t was announced,
however, that the Vanderbilt race
Grand Prix, Monday.
Thirteen drivers with their mech
anicians and cars, on what some of
them declared to be dangerous
course, prepared, this morning. to
start in the first two races of the
Vanderbilt cup race meeting given by
the Milwaukee Automobile Dealers
Association. A thunder storm, early
this morning, and cloudy skies indi-
Gated further postponement. al
though the officials hope to race de-
spite rain. Five of the entrants were
scheduled to drive 90 laps, or ia IL
miles, with light weight cars for the
Wisconsin challenge cup and $lS75 in
cash Eight of the IS were entered
for the Pabst Trophy at 21s 1-5
miles, or % laps. with each prizes
totallng $1S75 offered to the first four
starters to finish. The cars in the
Pabst Trophy race We're only slightly
larger than those in the Wisconsin
event.
The Wisconsin race stipulations
called for cars of l61 to $50 cubic
inches piston displacement. while in
the Pabst Trophy race the cars were
measured for piston displacement Of
231 to 800 cubic inches.
Both races are to be run eff sins
ultdneously the cars being started at
S0-second intervals.
The drivers, who lined up for these
two races, awaiting noon, the hour set
fer the start. We're:
Wisconsin trophy-Kulick Ford
car; Synder. Mason, Mason, Ma
son; Heber. f. NJ. t.; Endieott, Ma
son.
Pabst Trophy-Nikrent. Case car;
| Momson, Bergdoll; Nishart Mercer.
Hastings, Falcar; Roberts Mason:
Puiien, Mercer: Trussell Falcar;
, Hughes, Mercer.
1
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

Rev. D. II. Corley of the Randolph
NJ. e. church, on account of work
done at Mt. Illison College. Canada,
has been admitted TO the Junior class
of Bates College.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

A meeting of the Gardiner Republi-
can Club was held, Friday evening.
and the organization voted to disband
for the present. c. A. Knight acted
as secretary, pro tenn. Remarks were
made. by f. S. Littlefield and G. A,
Knight.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

Miss Madeline Cousins. who has
been employed in the local telephone
exchange In this city, has been trans
ferred to the Waterville exchange.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

Bell Brothers store is a center of
attraction for fall shoppers. Coats,
suits and dresses. all selected by a
buyer who knows your tastes and
wants with rare good judgment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

The Universalist Orchestra held a
rehearsal. Thursday evening. at the
home of w. L. Robinson. Refresh
ments were served and fine time is
reported.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

The Bath times of Sept 20 said:
James F.. Kelley of Portsmouth, n.
H.. formerly of this city, died sudden
~ in Boston, last evening He was
boarding a train in the North station
for his home in Portsmouth and coll
lapsed. He was taken to the Massa-
chusetts General hospital and died
shortly after. Death is supposed to
have been due to heart disease. He
was identified by papers found in his
pocket. Mr.. Kelley was fer many
years with Hoyt's Express Co and
for 10 years represented the company
in this city. Later he went to Bangor
and Lewiston. and about two months
ago WAS ordered TO Portsmouth. He
WAS for some time travelling agent for
the company. The widow, who was
formerly Miss Lizzie Conley of Rich
mond and two brothers, John and
George of Gardiner survive. He was
a member of Knights of Pythias and
had many friends IN town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

All those who are interested in the
Progressive movement are requested
to meet. Tuesday evening, in the City
building.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21
TO FILL VACANCIES
In Penn. Electoral Ticket After the
gx Roosevelt Men WithdraWa
EssyTEsrTro

man il q. WATSON, Sec. "A. b Hitchcock
and state senator tJames MeNiohol were
named. todayN by5 the Pennsylpania Re-
publican state committee to fill vacancies
which may Occur in the Republican cleo
toral ticket when the electors favorable
to Col. Roosevelt withdraw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

F. S. Smith, who has been attending
the Board of Trade meeting at Ban
gor. returned, Friday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

The pines at the Forestry Co. planta-
ton near the rips have grown enough
to make showing above the grass and
are doing finely
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

Miss Jennie Robinson of the AIMEE
Home went to Portland, Friday, for a
week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

Miss Alice Ball. who has been the
guest of Miss Florence Hill. returned,
Friday. to her home in Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

Mrs. Harland Avery of'sLowell, Mass
arrived in the city, Friday. on a visit
to her mother. Mrs. Goodwin
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

els. on the ground that Aqua Prieta
was in danger OF attack, no reinforce
ments were sent from that place. Ths
federals under Obregon were strength
ened by 80 from F'ronteras. The Ma
cozari Railroad wires and TEL Tigre
telephone wires have been cut by the
rebels.
Washington, Sept 20.-Brigadier
General Steever reported to- the war
department. today, from Fort Bliss
that Capt. BENJAMIN, whom he sent
to watch the Bosque Bonita section
for Orezco and his band, had patroiied
the Rio Girande for IS miles without
sight of the rebels. They were re-
ported headed toward Juarez. Gen
eral Steever has sent three troops of
the 18th Cavalry to reinforce Capt.
Benjamin's force.
Maria. Texas, Sept 20s--col. Paseuai
orozco. ST.. and his FIVE companions. adj
visers of Orozeo, Jr., leader of the Mex
lean rebellion In the north, who were
captured by United States troops at Pre-
sidio, Texas, were found not guilty of
neutrality law violations at their hear
ing, today, before United States Commits
sioner Griffin, and released
The elder orozco and Jose Cordova
were re-arrested at the request of the
Mexican consul at Ell Paso. An effort
will be made to obtain their extradition
to Mexico on q charge of murder. They
will be taken to ,E1 Paso for d, hearing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

Mrs Ethel Chileott, who has been
the guest of friends in Oakland, re-
turned home, Friday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

the guest of relatives in this city, left.
Friday. for her home in Elmwood IL.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21

pointed division superintendent of the
company for York county, in. addi-
ton to his duties at Portsmouth. He
went to that city from Bath. He had
been in the employ of Hoyt's Express
Co. for the past 20 years. and was
an efficient and trustworthy employee
iii every way. He was a member of
Portsmouth Lodge, b. P. o. Elks.
The remains will be brought here,
Saturday afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21
The Polo League Standing.

Following is the standing of the -Four
Team Polo League:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-09-21
TIE SAFE BLOWN.
Robbers Get $1,000 from the Post Of
flee at Effing, NJ. n.

Epping, n. H., Sept 2o.-Post Office
robbers secured $1,000 in cash and
stamps, early today when they blew
up the safe in the local office. A wom-
an residing near the post office heard
the explosion and saw three men run
ming away. When the authorities ar
rived they found the door of the safe
blown Oft and the cash and stamps
gone There was no clue to the burg
lars.
Manchester, N H., Sept. 2e.-Post
Office Inspector Harry W. Robinson
of Boston left Manchester. at 12.5S p.
M, to investigate the robbery at Ep-
ping. The postmaster at Epping is
Walter H. &iekney. The haul is con-
sidered a big one fer such a small
Office.
The Glenwood post., 1912-06-22
NO MORE sPREEs FOR HIM
Changing the Letter on stenoe-
rapher's Typewriter Cured Him
Of tho Drink Habit.

In a certain railroad office in the
West Bottoms Is a stenographer, upon
whom HIS employer places considera-
BILE confidence, for he Is one of the
best in the business. Only one short
him, but this was a grievous one, the
kind that was increased 100 per cent
when the bi-monthly pay law went
Into effect. Long and faithful service
kept him from being discharged. and
his employer was very lenient. From
month to month, however, 1t could be
noticed that he was slipping little
more with each payday. Finally one
last plan was decided upon to keep
him in the service and prevent his
falls from the wagon.
During an absence following pay
day typewriter mechanic was
pressed into service, to change the let
ters on the machine around. The next
morning the stenographer reported for
work, with evidences of a hangover" i"
His employer started on him good and
early, with a message which was to
be rushed.
The stenographer started work. The
result was something OF an "x-&5! ="
affair Finally he decided 'it was no
use"
II guess I have been cutting up a
httle." he said. 81 expect better take
q day off and sober up"
1t was agred thus, and during the
day of SOLDERING Up, the letters on the
machine were set back into place.
The plan worked and though the Incl
dent occurred six months ago, the
stenographer hasn't missed day.
Kansas City Journal.
The Glenwood post., 1912-06-22
NEW WAY OF SAVING MONEY
How Number of Working Girls Are
Accommodating Fund for
Vacation Trips.

Some girls working in a certain
trust company have organized most
unusual method of saving money fol
their vacation trips. Two of the girls
out of the thirty-five that have en-
tered into the plan are appointed trus
tees, and the first Saturday in July
(any month can be chosen each cir
pays Just two cents. With thirty-five
girls that makes seventy cents, which
Is duly deposited by the trustees il
the bank
Beginning with the week following
the assessment grows to four cents
then six cents the next week, and sc
on, increasing two cents each week
but the increase is so very gradua
that it is no great effort to put the
amount away.
The following June the money Is
drawn out and each girl receives the
amount that she has paid in, which
would be $3.50. the saving beginning
In July plus about 81 interest. Yol
will readily see that the amount saved
will provide a girl with a nice two
weeks vacation and 1t is almost lik.
finding money Until Christmas
when they need money most, the as
sessments are nominal, the big" onei
coming In Lent. when one does moi
need SO much spending money.
AS the rule was made in the begin
ming that anyone who failed to pay
would lose what she had already put
In. everyone makes it point to pay
promptly. One good clause in ths
laws stipulates that If any girl Loser
her position or marries she can with
draw the amount that she has put in
-Harper's Bazar.
The Glenwood post., 1912-06-22
NO FIELD FOR THEIR WORK
How The Good Young Man From
California Set the Card
Sharpers Right.

There are good men in California
very good men. and shrewd men. too
caccording to Eli Perkins). One day
real good young man, who used to
teach a Bible class in San Francisco,
boarded the Union Pacific train at
Ogden. He was going home to Bos-
ton as a delegate from California to
the Massachusetts Sunday-School as
sociation. He was neatly and sweetly
dressed, and spent most of his time
reading the Christian at Work. After
a while he got introduced to a colonel,
q professor, and a doctor, who said
they lived in Boston, and they invited
him to take quiet game of euchre
During an animated religious conver-
sation. three aces were thrown on his
side of the table. after which one Of
the Bostonians gayly remarked. with
the greatest coolness, 81 wish that we
were playing poker. I don't know that
I have been favored with such hand
for years" Our religious young man
from San Francisco Immediately saw
the game Of the sharpers. looked up
innocently, and remarked: 81 have
been favored also. l have pretty
good poker hand myself" The three
looked at each other significantly.
"They call you professor" asked the
young man from San Francisco.
"Yes" And they call you colonel?"
"Yes." "You are from the East, I
believer" "Yes, from Boston" well,
gentlemen" he continued. rising, you
had better take the next train back.
We meet It just the other side of the
Grand Canon You can't make cent
at this. They have been teaching it
In the Sunday-schools in California for
years"
The Glenwood post., 1912-06-22
Novel Use for Aviation,

Probably Darius Green never he'd a
dream that his flying machine would
be used in scheme to prove to wild
hunters in the Philippine islands that
they were inferior to white men. This
political project, however, was tried
by Aviator L. Hammond, who at the
request of the governor of the islands,
gave to the chief of tribe of 1gorotte
hunters his first aerial ascension. The
tribesmen were very apprehepsive
regarding the result, and even the
chief himself took his seat in the car
with ill-concealed trepidation, but aft
Or making lofty flight over the leper
colony and the surrounding country,
he was brought back safely to the
starting point, fully convinced Of the
absolute supremacy Of the paleface.