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Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1912-07-25

Don't see or hear too much, and
don't tell me II you do" advised Stan
ton suddenly. and leaned forward.
The Mercury uttered a vibrant roar
that cleared the Parkway for quarter
Of q mile ahead. and leaped.
Floyd kept his eyes upon the road In
fSont. carefully avoiding view Of the
hubbub left In their wake. He had
6setfng glimpse of one scandaliSed off,
Ger struggling with his rearing horse.
a. they Numbered past, and he enter
tanned no doubt of the number In their
rear
"She steers little stiff" Stanton OBJ
served, twisting between a limousine
and two carriages. But we can fix
that at the track. What?"
1.-TWO motorcycle policemen are Just
behind" communicated Floyd, devour-
ed by silent mirth. Had enough?"
81 haven't seen them yet. l can't let
out the machine here. Of course, but
was that dog?"
Poodle"
"But 1t seems all right"
AROUND curve anedL udrteu DUG
uniformed figure on motorcycle, one
arm raised. Stanton instantly checked
his car, Floyd throwing out his hand
In warning to those behind. There was
mad series Of explosions from the
abruptly halted motorcycles in pursuit
You're under arrest!" shouted
three voices at once, as the Mercury
slid to a standstill.
'Ts 1t possible?" inquired the driver,
removing his goggles.
Two more motorcycle officers were
coming up, three mounted on horses
were arriving from side-paths. Sur
rounded by the outraged eight and all
the population in the neighborhood,
the Mercury stood quiescent.
"Will you follow to the police sta
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1912-07-25

He opened his lips to deny that his
illness had caused the Mercury's mis-
hap, then paused. II he had not felt
the average irritability Of strong man
sick, would he have quarreled with
Floyd and taken his car around the
turn at such ruinous speed? He did
not know.
81 am perfectly well, thank you,"
he answered, instead.
Indeed, am glad. Will you not
come to see us soon-you owe us a
dinner call, you know"
He did not echo her delicately ex-
pectant smile, his dark face hard.
you must believe my appreciation
Of the dinner without that formality,
Miss Carlisle. start for Indiana in
a few days." he regretted.
Her amber eyes also hardened, sud-
denly and strangely; she moved step
to retire, catching up her trailing
lengths of satin and lace.
"As you will, of course. All; we
found out what car wins when you
are taken from a race, Mr.. Stanton,
as at Lowell. And you judged wrong
1T was not the Duplex, but the Alta
lanta. Good night"
Stanton looked after her, amazed,
then abruptly turned his eyes to the
frank, steadfast face of Jessica Floyd.
Come out in the fresh air." he re-
quested THAT perfume she wears
smothers one"
"Sandalwood," interpreted Jessica,
turning; she had her brothers habit
of instantly obeying suggestion.
And as they emerged: May I say
something interfering and imperti-
nent?"
What right have to object to any
thing said to me? l show small grace
| to others"
Then, pray do not go near Miss
Carlisle Just before a race"
He stopped short on the sidewalk.
You know-you think"
Il know only what Jes knows" she
declared. But think that Miss Car
lisle 10 not good for your racing. Some
people are naturally unlucky infiu
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1912-07-25

ton, or will we have to take your"
came the crisp question. We've got
your number"
'Ill follow wherever you like" en-
gagged Stanton. Lead the way"
They started, preceded by one officer
and followed by another, also by a
shabby young man on bicycle. Into
the station they went, accompanied by
their three attendants.
The charge was three fold: exceed
ing the speed limit by some fifty miles
an hour resisting arrest, and violating
the smoke ordinance. That set forth,
the usual interrogatory was put, Stan
ton replying with concise brevity.
Name and age|
Ralph Stanton, twenty-StX.
"Occupation?"
Automobile driver"
Name of carr"
MERCURY"
"Owner?"
"The Mercury Company"
The shabby young man interrupted
proceedings by a stifled gasp grasping
the sleeve Of Floyd, who stood looking
on.
That's stantonr Stanton? And you
who are your"
"Jes Floyd, his mechanioian," was
the wondering response.
Stanton glanced that way, as Floyd
was drawn to the other side OF the
room by his excited captor, but turned
back to answer the remainder OF the
examination. When the ceremony was
ended, he signaled to his mechani-
, clan.
Come; I've got to go before the
magistrate and give ball." he
summoned impatiently.
Floyd came across to him, shining.
eyed and eager
Stanton, that Is a reporter; he
wants us to tell him about your doing
this. He needs q fresh story to make
good with his paper-can't we give 1t
to him."
Stanton surveyed his companion,
eyebrows lifted.
why should We? The newspapers
will get It, whatever we do. Come"
But he needs it.; It would help
him." Floyd urged. HE, he's thin and
, frayed out-Stanton, he looks hungry. y
do you want to help him?" the
driver queried, astonished. "Do you
care about a man you do not know
and never see again?"
Don't your" asked Floyd simply
'I'm not from Paradise" dryly an
swered Stanton. Tell him anything
you like, but be quick"
He looked at the reporter again
with new use of his eyes. Floyd
was right; the man was threadbare
and gaunt, and pathetically young
Stanton had a rebuked consciousness
of being strong and brutal in his
strength, successful and selfish in his
success.
"You are an educating companion
he observed. as they went out with an
officer.
WHY" Floyd inquired, puzzled.
But Stanton would elucidate no
further.
The ordeal before the magistrate was
not long. Stanton was held in thou.
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26
Only Question of Time and Cost
Vast Amazon Forest Awaiting
 Us
By JAMES
 BRYCE,

~ourH AMERICA MAY SOLVE THE PROBLEM OF THE RAPIDLY kN INCREASING POPULATION OF TIRE WORLD
 Can the Amuzouian woods, which form the largest un-
 occupied fertile space the earhs surface be reclaimed for the service of nanl
 This question practical for generation, and men ton it only raises interesting problem the solution of which will one day attempted vast and fertile area CANNOT BE LEFT FOREVER USELESS. Since have be- gun to make railways through mountains and deserts and to build bridges across arms of the like the Firth of Forth and most of a since the cutting of the canal has become accepted doe urine that every work is ONLY A QUESTION OF COST.
 If eve when the world is fuller than it 1t becomes WORTH WHILE TO ATTEMPT THE RECLAMATION OF THIS VAST REGION the process would probably begin by pac ing coon the elevated grounds above the annual nundn ton and setting them to away the wood and cultivate the soil
 Hundreds of thousands of square miles might be m thls way RENDERED IRRITABLE AND CULTIVABLE
 Should rhc influx of immigrants belonging do the Italians to prolific h m maintained the south of the troPc of Capri corn uu, in 1000 A. D. contain at least ONE HUNDRED MIL LIONS OF PEOPLE
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26
BIRTHDAY RE-
 CALLS BATTLE

Washington, Dec. 26-Admiral George Dewey is seventy-tive years old today. having been born in Montpelier. Vt, Dec. 26, 1887.
 Though military man of eN- per.euce and known bravery for many years. it was the winning of the naval battle at Manila Bay on May |. 1898, when his squadron completely auuihilated the Spanish Astatic squadron under Admiral Moutoio. that won him his greatest renowu. At that famous battle he destroyed eleven vessels and cap tured an the remaining vessels and an the land batteries with the men, arms and equipment, without the loss of single American engaged iu the contest.
 Admiral Dewey maintains his res ideuce u Washington, D. C.
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26

The Dolphin is marked up Co ar- rive in sEaEvay at o'clock this afternoon. She has over nfiy sacks of uril aboard
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26

Jack Le. a Native, came near being wounded or losing hts lie by the discharge of a rifle about eleven o'clock this forenoon He was at the home of his brother, Jim Lee. who lives near the tide flats on the railroad right-of-way, better known as Indian town. when someone fired at the house. the bullet passing through his clothing about on lins with his hip. He says that he saw a white boy about sixteen or eiEh. teen years old some distance down the track and he believes that ths shot came from him. An investiga. ton is being made to determine who is responsible for the careIessuess
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26
SHAKES LITERARY COURSE
 FOR REAL PROFESSION

When Miss Juanita Anderson, Of Juneau. Alaska, entered the Uni verslty of Washington three years ago. she was in doubt which courses she should register for She be- lleved that she would pursue those studies which were fitting for a rug ged daughter of the far North. En- glIsh and other subjects did not appeal Co her, SO she decided Co enter the college of engineering says the News Letter Today Miss Anderson is junior student in the department of civil engineering and next year will receive the degree ot bachelor oT science. Surveying is included in her schedule of studies, and twice each week she receives a transit and starts out across the campus Co do her field work Miss Anderson believes that there is a great field for women in engineer ing Engineering ls another one Of those professions which has been held exclusively by the men, but which is now opening to women, said Miss Anderson recently. "t am intensely interested In my work and am doing my best Co make good in my chosen courses
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26

Seattle, Dec. 26-Purser Shep- herd, formerly with the Humboldt Steamship company. was arrested here today charged with bringing stolen goods into the state. Shep- herd was purser of the company at the time of the bullion robbery about two years ago and it is claim ed that he was the one who trans ported the bullion. shepherd pro- tests his innocence and says that the charge of bringing good into the state known to be stolen, is un- true.
 After his connection with the Humboldt case he went to Cali
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26
RIG BNsEfT BALL CANE
 POSTPONED INDEFINITELY

Owing to the fact that the Pueblo mine Is operating under full eapa- city and making monthly shipments or ore daring the winter. it has been found .uadyisable to spare fhe rcquI.,d number of men Co meet the skagway players on the 2sfh of rrfs month as had besH planned
 This hrs caused considerable de appoiutme as both sides claimed Co have prize winners and the out come wouIf have been a matter of uncertainty. However. when our whtehorse and Pueblo friends can spare the time we uiil be here to mee' them and send them back feel ina good. even if they are defeated
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26
QUIET DAY WITH WILSON;
 GRIP RACKS HIS BONES

Trenton, Dec. 26-Christmas day was not pleasantly spent by Prest- dent-elect Wilson. He has been sut- ferlng for a few days with grip and yesterday took to his bed where he remained most of the day. Callers were notified that he was not at home and the family celebrated the day in Quietness. A large number o' presents were received from his friends and admirers.
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26
WORKERS
 GET MORE PAY

New York. Der 2e Over tvo hundred thousand employees Of the American steel corporation. receiv- ed Christmas present today by having their wages raised The raise vas not done however through a spirit of Christian charity. but because the mon demanded lt and the scale committee succeeded in getting readjustment calling for the increase 70 Is probable that a strike would have resulted had not the advance been granted
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26
UNDERWOOD LAYS LOW
 FOR THE BIC PLUM

Washington. Dec. 26-Seu. Oscar W. Underwood Of Alabama is not to be a member of the Wilson cab met. according to the dope handed out by those of the Democratic party who are supposed to know It is now slated up to have Under wood refrain from taking a seat in the new cabinet, but to groom him self for the presidency at the next election.
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26
EXTRA SESSION ARRANGED
 RN WOODY AND CHAMP

Wrentou. Dec. 26-Champ Clark has had his long talk with Woodrow Wilson, and the two have come to the harmonious agreement that an extra session of congress shall be called soon after the inauguration of the new Democratic president,
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26
CALL IN THEIR WARRIORS
 ID FIGHT FUR COUNTRY

protection of the tatherland.
 During the delay occasioned by the desultory fighting and the dis cussion of peace terms, Turkey has steadily added to her enormous army, and has daily improved her fighting strength, so that now she seems in better shape than ever to continue the contest.
 Austria has failed to demobilize her armies, and war seems lowering near.
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26
STEAMBOAT PJRSER IN TOLLS IF THE LAW

tornia and worked for steamship company for awhile, afterward re- turning to Seattle and shipping as purser with the Jefferson, having been laid up this winter while that boat is undergoing repairs.
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26

London, Dec. 26-It now looks as though the war between Turkey and the Balkan allies, is going to be fought to the finish. Turkey has announced that she will not accept the terms of peace demanded by inc allies. end coupled with the an uouucemeus that ottoman govern meut has summoned all her officers throughout the world to come home at once aui enter the field for the
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26
SENTENCE BAR-
 NETTE SATURDAY

Valdez, Dec. 26-C. E. Barnette made a motion today for new trial of the misdemeanor charges, under which he was convicted last week. but the motion was denied by Judge Lyons.
 Mir. Baruette will receive his sen- tenCe next Saturday.
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26
HELEN TAFT ENGINEERS
 THE WHITE HOUSE FEED

Washington, Dec. 26--Helen Taft took charge of the White House dinner yesterday and presided over the occasion during the absence of the President, who had his Christ mas cheer in the canal country.
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26

Panama, Dec 26-An attempt was made upon the life Of Presi- dent Taft last night, but owing Co the delay of setting off the internal machine. no damage Co life was done.
 shortly after the President. in company with Gen Goethals, had passed through the street Co attend
The daily Alaskan., 1912-12-26
BOMB |. lFAILS IN DEADLY WORK

the grand bah. given in honor of the visit or the president. an en- plosIou of dynamite occurred which tore up the street and smashed in window paues
 It wac given out today that Gen. GoethaIs has signined his accept auce or Che Taft offer of the gov ernorship of the Canal Zone
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-17
Remembrance Bazaar.

The Remembrance bazaar, which
will be given, Thursday. Dec. 10, from
? to 9 P. NJ, at the Methodist par
sonage, haxe novelties which should
claim the attention of those who are
looking for something out of the ordi-
nary for Christmas giving.
One of these novelties is a string
of rose beads made from the fragrant
roses of Seattle. Wash. 1t requires a
bJRhel of the rose leaves to make one
of these necklaces. The leaves are put
through a process requiring two weeks
time, then they are shaped into beads
by hand. The beads when finished
still retain the fragrance of the rose,
and with a setting of gold beads make
ar attractive necklace. Another neck
lace of these beads made from the
famous Rock River valley roses of
Oregon with setting of cut steel would
make a beautiful gift.
A hat pin made from a real rose is
another novelty and a string of casha
beads from California has a distinc-
tive prettiness. An evening bag OF
satin embroidered with seeds and
beads from New Jersey is a gift to
delight one fond of the beautiful.
There are some odd things in sweet
grass and birch bark and many dainty
articles of fancy work and embroid
cry which should make ideal gifts.
Admission to sale, 10 cents.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-17

There could be no better gift at
Christmas time than Furs. We
show only genuine Furs. guarantee
every piece that leaves the store to
be exactly as represented. Fash
ionable and exclusive designs are
shown i'll a complete assortment of
Coats and smaller pieces compris-
ing Pony Coats, Hudson Seal
Coats, Lynx, Mink, Black Fox.
Wolf, Martcn, Raccoon, Squirrel,
Hare, Coney, etc.
Our prices will provesof particu-
lar interest to fur buyers.
Second Floor
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-17
$l.25 Jointed
Dolls CSC

TO introduce our new line OF
Holiday goods and especially the
dolls, we have taken our regular
SI.25 jointed doll and marked at
98c This doll measures 22 inches
and may be had in light or dark
hair, eyes to match.
Perhaps there is something that
gives a little child more enjoyment
but if there is we have utterly
failed to find it. Our dolls are
more beautiful than ever this year
and this fact should be borne in
mind We do not carry dolls the
year around-thus our dolls are in
the best condition.
Brunettes, blondes and inbe-
tWeens, dressed, undressed, kid,
jointed and rag, Campbell Kids,
unbreakable dolls, Esquimo Talk
ing dolls, celluloid dolls, Teddy
bears, lions and dolls to be made
up. Not hard to make a selection
from this variety. 19c. to s.
Third Floor
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Christmas Baskets

This line is so large and complete that it
would be impossible to give any idea of it on
paper We have every conceivable form of
basket, including the new Japanese Specially
Baskets containing baskets for ferns, fruit flow
ers, bread etc. A large line of sweet grass
Indian baskets, trays etc, besides the waste
baskets, fancy and office baskets Infant bas-
kets, clothes hampers, work baskets and bassi-
nets. If it is basket that is desired this store
is surely the one to visit first.
Prices range from Ioc. to 5000
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Christmas Stationery

Probably there is no giftsmore acceptable at
all times than choice box OF stationery We
have just unpacked and placed on display our
Christmas line and without doubt it is the larg-
est and most beautiful assortment we have ever
shown. Last year found we had under
bought and were obliged to send many GUS
toners away disappointed. This year we feel
that we have sufficient for all demand but our
experience of last year leaves us to advise an
early inspection of this line.
Prices range from Ioc to So 80
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-17
Advertised Letter List.

Letters for the following persons are
advertised at the Augusta post office
for the week ending, Dec. IL:
Women-Gulford, Mrs. Thomas;
Hale. Mrs. Frank; Prindle, Miss Cora
Smith, Mrs. p.
Men--Bagg. James A; Barrett, Lee
roy; Glidon, West Hasikns, j. H;
Harvey, Frank; Hutchins, c. Ber-
trand: Lane, w. o.; Perkins, E. CT;
Sproui, Arthur; Wight, p. w.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-17
Christmas Neckwear

All womanEind will appreciate gift chosen
from our great store of dainty, modish neck
fxings. The quest will end here for many bur
dened here with the bugaboo of appropriate Sc D
lection. The dainty styles the designers have
been making in lace collars have grown rapidly
from favor to fashion. Each season patterns
seem too pretty to be excelled-yet the next sean
son have their own Winsome appeal. The SIM
plest and least expensive bow or jabot is select
ed with thought for daintiness and adornmefft.:s
First Floor :
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-17

Are here and as usual are one of
the features of the Xmas trade.
Ask to see them. See the right
styles in every wanted color and
note how reasonable the prices are.
S295 to $1,000 Second Floor
4 complete line of Crepe and
flannelette kimonos are always to
be found here in all the color COM
binations.
All prices Second Floor
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Pictures

\ complete line of high grade
pictures may be seen on our third
floor. Pictures that are seldom
shown at the prices these are
marked. Hand colored photographs
of the highest order and great
variety Of subjects to choose from.
Only one of each subject, so an
early call is advised.
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Children's Books

There is nothing more instructive
and at the same time gives pleasure
and enjoyment to the child as a
book Book of Fairy and Won
derland. Then there are books for
boys telling of adventures with In
dams, etc. We have not forgotten
the little girls and have a large
supply Of books for them.
Especial attention is called to
our new line of Boys Scout books.
A grand book for the boy and thor
oughly up-to-date
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Silk Petticoats

The new holiday shipments have
Just arrived and are the most beau
tiful we have ever seen, all the
newest colorings and newest styles
in the newest materials. An ex-
cellent gift for Christmas and one
that is sure to be appreciated
Packed in dainty holiday box if
you wish.
$2.oS-S5.oo Second Floor
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New Silk Patterns

Exquisite does not describe the new weaves !.
and colorngs now selling at our Silk Depart
a9t
ment We have never had season in which
we have shown more practical as well as varot
RED line, yet with all their elegance the fabriesn
combine general usefulness that is seldom
seen First Floor
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Christmas Gloves

A single pair of Gloves nsures a Merry.
Christmas for the recipient. Our gloves aretl
famed along the Kennebec. They embody all
the new ideas in glove styles; and every pair
guaranteed to be as represented. We make
speciality of gloves for all occasions A su-y
preme effort in this department sets this glove,
house aDart from others. First Floor iex
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-12-17
CONCRETE WORK.

standing how to prepare concrete,
that makes it lasting and a service
able proposition. Alfred Hanson 81
Son, mason contractors, have a rep
utation all over this vicinity of know
in~ the how to do its" in connection
with all kinds of concrete work Es-
timates5 cheerfrilya siHen for worlaiins
this liner pGO fficeae Broom s6, Maine.
Farmers Bldg. Phone s0asIv. a.e.rl -
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interesting Pictures-opera House.

The large attendance at the Opera
House Monday afternoon and eve
ming We're accorded a feast in motion
pictures. The Pathe Weekly, with
its budget of educational and inter-
esting program seems better than
ever = The dramatic and comedies
are ali that one could wish for in ad-
Nanced photography. The entire bill
repeated this afternoon and evening.
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NOVELTIES

Many beautiful and useful novel
ties. Clocks, Mirrors, Pads, Glove
Members, Ash Trays, Match Safes,
Suspenders, Pen Wipers, Pin Cush-
ions, Jewelry Cases, etc. Early
shopping is essential to seekers of
this line.
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Christmas Umbrellas

An umbrella is of the rarest gifts that is appropriate
for the most casual acquaintance give yet may be given by
the closest friend child has. There is
more dgnfied gift in the whole category than umbrella
This year Umbrella Fashions
Interesting as they Different
Ladies, $Ioo to $1,000 Children's, SOC. 75e, $Iyoo
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Dress Goods Patterns

Showing as we do all the newest and nobbiest
creations for this Xmas season at the greatest
range of prices, our styles are right This sea-
son we have outdone all previous efforts No
matter what your price may be. we have some
thing at that figure that is the newest and pref
test of its kind First Floor
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Ribbons

Spic and span fresh ribbons in
the. very colors and widths you
want. Ribbons for bows, for
dresses, for fancy work and for
doing up packages. The widest
selection we have ever carried.
First Floor