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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22
Select Picture Program.

The mid-v.eek change in the picture
program at the Opera House brings
selection of subjects which VIII De
considered as one OF the best of the
seasons offerings. Heading the nst
is a two reel Essanay entitled
Trooper Billy "Pathe's Weekly Re
view The End OF the Worla,
Biograph comedy ard The Great
RAYMOND" a novelty picture by Ed
son. are the other pictures underlined.
ADV
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

The point of our friend is well TAX
en-. We accept the reprimand in the
best of good nature. The sign is to
be removed, hut has been neglected In
that trial Of publishers souls, the
placing of new presses and rearfahS
ing of press rooms. Then, too, we
might claim this potent reason in JUS
LITIGATION of our seeming neglect: Inc
man who put up that sign warranted
it to stay ten years-and the ten
wears hasn't expired. Certainly our
critics place is where Knowles was,
If he has lost faith" in the X. ).
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22
haM ksnnebee Journal
Telephone 1856
Telephone 1856

Cards of thanks, obituary notices, res
olutions of respect, etc, will DE
charged at the rate of ten cents per
line. No charge less than rs cents.
All advertising announcements of en-
tertainments whose object is the
raising of money will be charged at
the rate of fifteen cents line.
notices, news form, will be
excluded from our local columns,
except such as refer to Advertisers
occupying space in our advertising
columns and will be run under
separate head on one of the local
pages.
Subscribers who fail to receive the
Journal promptly will confer favor
by notifying the office Immediately.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22
Potatoes and Wit.

A Cony High student, Frank w.
Haskell, submits the following as of
actual occurrence, recently, and sug-
sests that some farmers are up to
snuff" on other things than raising
potatoes:
An Augusta farmer was digging po-
tatoes the other day when a young
man came along and said:
We'll, old man, your potatoes look
red"
.'WaaL I planted red ones"
Looks as if you wouldn't get only
half crop.
WAL, / planted them at the
halves
You're pretty near a d fool.'
WAL, only a basket parts us
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

The committee on the entertainment
course at the winthrop street Bap-
tist church wishes to assure the hold
ers of course tickets, that there VIII
be seats for all They VIII see TO II
that the house is not over-sold. Prod
ably there will be no tickets soiu ior
single entertainments. as the large
sale of course tickets Will cover the
capacity of the auditorium; but those
who procure course tickets can De
sure of good and comfortable seats
Adv
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

The usual meeting was held, sun
day afternoon, at the KenneDec JAIL
under the auspices of the W. {. 1. T.
There were present Mrs. Towie, the
county superintendent of jail work.
the Misses Boyd and Page, Christian
workers of Waterville, and others.
The workers were much pleased when
Mr.. Tyler, the turnkey, presented, on
behalf of the county. Alexander Cos
pei song books, for use in the Sunday
meetings. Not only was this act OF
kindness appreciated by those IN
charge Of the meeting, but every act
OF courtesy as well, that has been ex-
tended to them, and they are not rev.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

Fifty acres land on Waterville to
Augusta Electrics, three miles from
bridge, 15-acre field, 10 acres plowed
ready for crop, Is acres native meadow
and estimated zoe feet timber and
lots Of hard wood on east side of road,
or yill sell west side with buildings
and Is acre field. ] leave before Oct.
25. Inquire OF w. II. Pancoast, Au-
gusta, Bangor Road, McFarlane's
Crossing. oetlodit
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

Union Hal lance will be held,
Thursday night, instead of Tuesday or
other night as has been incorrectly an
nounced. Make no mistake; II Is
Thursday for the loll!est event OF the
season. Previous notices are II be ls-
nofed. The best music for the latest
steps. Right reserved to refuse ad-
mittanee to objectionable persons
oct2ld2t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

Charles e. Purinton is still confined
to his home on Bangor street as the
result of injuries to his back, received
about two weeks ago. 1t is hoped
that he may be able to be about by
another week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

l.. E. Aver of Boston. who is making
a combined business and pleasure trip
through Maine via automobile, passed
Sunday and Monday in Augusta. He
was accompanied by John Gormley,
also of Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

BENJAMIN w. Creasey has purchased
of Charles G. Ballard tive fine house
lots on Western avenue. having
frontage of liz feet and a depth of l2o
feet. Mr. Creasey will. later, build
upon enc of the lots for home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

Lowest yet, at J.. S. Youngs. While
they last, forequarter lambs 1oc ib,
legs he h., sugar, 25lb. bag S15,
about last of such low prices for
smoke shoulders, lie h., today.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

l.. C. Pierce is enjoying a visit of
a few days in his home town, Wind
scr, where 1t is understood that he is
experimenting the harvesting of a
fine crop of potatoes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

James F. Reardon, formerly of Port
land, died, Monday night, in Augusta,
aged 81 years. The remains were
sent, Tuesday afternoon, to Portland,
for burial
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

George w. Williams, registry clerk
at the Augusta postotfice, who hao ior
the past few weeks been on leave 81
absence, resumed, Monday morning,
his duties at the Office.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

Among the recent births in town is
that of a daughter, who was born,
Oct 10, to Mr.. and Mrs. James c,
Mclaughlin, at their home on South
Belfast avenue The young lady has
been named Elizabeth Marie.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

Through an error it was stated in
Tuesday mornings Journal that Dr-
George A. Coombs was chosen city
nhvsician. when the honor that was
conferred upon him was that of health
officer
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

Regular meeting of r. B. Capen Re-
bekah Lodge. at { 80 this "wednesday
evening. Members will please notice
the change of time of opening, and be
present at that time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

f. L. Harnden, successor to A. II.
Higgins is prepared to do first class
cleaning and pressing at 90 Cony
etroet Tel 9o1-W. oct2ld2t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22
g aslin- Lyon.

J. Earl Gaslin and Mildred f, Lyon.
both of Augusta, were united in mar
riage, Monday evening, at the resi-
dence of the officiating clergyman,
Rev. Malry Kearney. Is School street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

Rub and scrub The Augusta
Steam Laundry in their ad. make
practical suggestions for housekeep-
ers to CONSIDERABLY.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

The Murray Alliance of the Univer-
salist church viii hold a Rummage
Sale, Nov. and s. in the store for
merly occupied by the and 10 cent
store Water street
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

Major George Mel. Presson of Far
mington. of the Second Infantry. was
a visitor, Tuesday, in Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

Mrs w. r. Webster of Sherbrooke,
p. O., arrived in the city, TUESDAY
morning, on her way to Sidney. where
she is the guest of her sister, Mrs. W.
A Lathe.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

Mrs. Lila Wilson of Baltimore, Md
formerly of Augusta. is enjoying a
visit in the city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

Mrs. j. Frank Meigs, who recently
underwent surgical treatment at her
home, "a Gannett street, is reported
to be steadily improving.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22
LOCAL BRIEFS,

Mayor Newhert was in Waterville.
Tuesday, on matters of business
nature.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

w. l.. Thompson of Portland, who
has been in Augusta on a brief visit,
left, Tuesday afternoon, for home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

w. NJ. Thayer, well known jeweler
of Belfast, was in town, Tuesday, and
called on friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22
LOCAL NOTICE.

Dance, Wednesday evening, Union
hall. lannon's Orchestra OF leui
,,iacas oct20d2t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-10-22

Wednesday, October %, 1918.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
], PIERP0NI MORGAN
 CLAIMED BY DEATH H

Rome April 1.J Piepont Morgan the American banker, died here yesterday trouble His body has been sent v rail to avre will be to the United States.
 John Perpont Morgan was born at Hartford Conn., April z 1e3 therefore nearly 6 old He was the son o1 unius Spencer Morgan Juliet Pepont Morgan He gradu English high school at Boston, after which he took Gotngen Germany In 1861 he married to Amelia Sturges but following In 1865 he married Tracy who bore hm (J Morgan lr) and three daughters He entered the banking business at the age speedily prominent place the financial world with of the bond issues ot the past 40 years In 1901 he organized trust capital stock of S OOOOO He had controlling interest 50OOO railroad the United States and Me1co and also in large British lines the International Mercantile Marine Company made munifcen gifts to charity scenc teraure and his collection Of old Oooks DIG lures and bric brac is considered priceless
 Body Passes Through Paris
 Paris April 2-The body Pierpon Morgan arrived here this morning. when Americans and members Of toregn e tions laid floral tributes on his coffin.
 Sails for America Tomorrow
 Havre France April 1.-The body of J. Perpont Morgan has the United States sails from here tomorrow morning Saturday. Upon the body the railroad station met by French soer who the salute accorded to members of the Legion of Honor
 Burial Hartford
 Hartford Conn.,, April announced that the remains of the late Pierpon Morgan will be buried here-hs birthplace
 Stock Exchange Not Affected
 New York, April New York stock exchange was in no way affected by the Morgns deat the not coming surprise to those who knew him we'll
 stotesbury to e Successor
 New York; April 4E T. stotesbuy, the Philadelphia banker will probably be Mr. Mogan successor as head or the great banking firm
 Edward T. stoesbury, Philadelphia, who is named as Morgans probable banker and 64 years od He was educated public schools of Philadelphia and entered the banking Co., of that city, at the of IT, lie Is member of the frmand director of many railroad and financial corporationsJ
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
EIGHT'-H0UR BILL
 PATCHED UP PLENTY

Juneau, April 1.-The Roden Ganey eighthour bill passed the yesterday but it's original form The representa- tons made by Frank Many T. P Aiken and others had their and the amended not placer mining during the months of May, June July, August and September when might be In the event scarcity emergency will be declared to exist will decide whether the law is to be suspended or Roden compelled amend his bill killed altogether As the law stands will hardly affect placer mining al shortage of water generally the statute able law considered step the right drecton will effective the Treadwe and other large development in Southeastern coafelds their development is started.
 Roden Talks of School Matters
 addressed the school children of Juneau ery when he took occasion give bis of school thought independent of the
 Eight Hours for Women
 The bill providing for eghthour day for women in all in passed the today without amendment The bill introduced by Senator Roden.
 Holidays bill introduced by Senator Willard has signature today
 The Fish-Trap Law
 public hearing being held the proposed FishTrap ~ represented and opposing the meas srenuously.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
COMING AND GOING

Ben and Miss Cedermalm visited Idit- arod "Wednesday and Thursday.
 George F Kilroy was in town fast Wednesday.
 c, J. Whitney arrived from the East Fork of the Kuskok kwim yesterday morning. Mir. Whitney has been pros- pecting on the East Fork for the past two winters, working here during the summer.
 Mrs. Shonbeck of Discovery and Mrs. Bain of Flat City were visitors in the city yesterday.
 Fred Anderson writes to Leo Clifford from Colorado creek saying they will certainly get some money out of their ground this year, and Fred is already looking around for girl to take to the Frisco fair.
 Cecil Barlow arrived from Moore creek during the week.
 It is learned that the application ot Baln & HunSaker for liquor license at Discovery will be granted.
 The Jewish Feast of the Passover occurs on the 2lst of this month, for which event A. B. Rome laid in d sup ply of "n.atzos" last fall.
 Mutchler Bros. are busy hauling wood from Caribou creek for the N. C. Co, There are I5O cords to be brought in. The wood was cut under contract by Bob Nesbit.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
WALTER I. PAGE
 GOES TO ENGLAND


 Washington. April 4-Walter Hines Page, editor of The World $ Work, has been appointed ambassa- dor 10 Great Britain.
 Ambassador Page is 5S years old lie is member of the firm oi Doubleday, Page & Co.,, President Wilson's publishers. He was at one time editor of the Forum, and later of the Atlantic Monthly. He has been editor of The World $ Work since 19oo, having joined tue firm in 1890.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
GOVERNOR AND
 REPORTER FIGHT

Salem, Ore, February I5.-Ob- jecting to an article concerning him which had appeared ir one of tue leading papers of Oregon, Governor Oswald West engaged in a rough and tumble fight with F. l.. Per kins, the reporter who had written the article. The fighters were sep arated by bysta, ders after several blows had been struck. The fracas occurred i'll the state house.
 Perkins was formerly a reporter oil the Yukon Sun ill Dawson, Y. T.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
FIRE AT GULARTE'S WAREHOUSE

About l o'clock this morning small fire broke out at Manuel Gularte's warehouse at the east end of First and turned in the alarm. The chemi- cal was got out but the fire was ex- tinguished without it's aid. The fire was an exterior ono, and may have had an incendiary origin, there being charred chips and paper around. The woodwork was burned to height of four feet.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
PEACE MAY COME
 TO OLD MEXICO

Fl Paso, Tex, April 4-Advices 4 have reached here that Acting President Huerta has agreed to the naming of Pedro Lascurain as pro visional president of the republic. The selection of Lascurain is be- lieved 10 be satisfactory to all par ties, and peace throughout the land may follow.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
MAJ. STRONG TO BE
 CONFIRMED MONDAY

Juneau, April 3.-It is under- stood here that Major Strong $ name will be submitted to the sen- ate for confirmation as governor oi Alaska next Monday, April /. The major will remain in Washington until the senate has acted in the matter.
 Gov. Clark's resignation was rendered March II. and accepted.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
HAYWOOD RELEASED
 PENDING AN APPEAL

Paterson, N j., April -Wm. Haywood, who was convicted here on a charge of having caused an unla wful assem blaze of I w. w. supporters, and sentenced to six months ill jail, has been released ( il writ of habeas corpus, pending an appeal Bail was fixed at S5, 900.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05

containing SlO0 in gold, diamond ring and a meal ticket be- longing to A. Patron; finder may keep the gold and riug if he will re- turn ticket, as it is on the Arcade Cafe, Flat City.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
CONDITIONS IMPROVING
 IN FLOODED DISTRICTS

Washington, D. G. April 4Secretary of War C. Grant Garfl flooded with Gen. Leonard Wuod has says he relief work is progressing spendldly
 Ohio Damage Forty Millions Dayton April At estimated that the state Ohio alone damage the extent of by the re In reported dead and thousands being fed by the relief organizations Cincinnati April 1.-The >ubsding he1e and the out look $ hopeful.
 Shawneetown Hit Hard
 Not building left standing in this city, being fed by the authorities having lost their all i'll the foods
 CAo April 1.-The river rising rapidly here and the water is our nche of the of the levees,
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
ETHEL ROOSEVELT
 MARRIES DOCTOR

Oyster Bay. April 4 Miss Ethel Roosevelt. second daughter of Col. Theodore Roosevelt. was married here today to pr Richard Derby The ceremony was a simple one.
 The colonel was dee-lj ehted.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
JUNEAU NOW HAS
 PIONEERS IGLO0

Juneau, April 3.-Last night Representative Frank Aldrict, of Nome, Instituted Juneau Igloo No 6. Pioneers of Alaska. There was a large attendance of old timers to witness the ceremony.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
MRS, E. PANKHURST
 GETS THREE YEARS

London, April 4 Mrs. Emmel- ine Pankhurst, a leading English militant suffragette, has been sentenced to spend three years at hard labor for exciting suffragettes to commi, dynamite outrages.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05

Sam Butt has opened tailoring es. tablishment on Gold street, Flat City. Mr. Butt arrived from the Outside over the Seward trail few days ago. He is prepared to do all kinds of high grade tailoring work, including allera- tions and repairs at very reasonable rates,
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
YALE STUDENTS
 GREET PROFESSOR

New Haven, Conn April 4.- The students of Yale college turned out in great force to greet Professor William Howard Taft. who arrived here yesterday formally to take over the profe>sorship of law.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
ABOLISH CAPITAL PUNISHMENT

Salem, Ore, April lO.--By a practice ally unanimous vote the state senate passed the house bill abolishing capital punishment in the State of Oregon.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
WILL RECOGNIZE
 CHINESE REPUBLIC

Washington, April A. The United States will officially recog- nize the Chinese republic at an early date Most of the other great nations have already recognized the republic.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05

Mrs. Thurston has received letter from Miss Ada Maltby, in which she says she is having d good time Outside. Ned Maltby is also getting the most out of life.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
MORE BACON FOR
 JOCKEY JOE JEAN

Beating competitor by minutes seconds Joe Jean dog the Ruby Long City dog last Wednesday, April g.
 Jean left dod for Ruby Friday March 2 taking with him Holmes bird dogs three dogs belonging to J. F. Riley Renaud addition he carried roll ot bills the community whose confidence he had trail That he could travel 25o miles, and ten after brief rest win 59m1 dog race over the best the Yukon speaks skill although credit must also ne given gallant dogs strained the
 Jean Ruby March 28 Charley Hoxe wiring next day The follow message himself the dogs there field with eight entries and After that he have pretty good look at the other teauls on April he going settled he ldaod concerned
 Two dropped before the day d the race which lett the following teams George C MailCaer Burke Coke I4il lack Lamont, Joe Jean, Tommy Thompson
 started teams leaving intervals oi 10 along the route kept the pubic in At Long City of his competitor Following was the time occupied respective covering tue 9-me course
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05

Both lean the dogs finished i'll good condition.
 betting stood Jean Carl 2-I of tue Jean tavote, oxe laying against field and betting all stand still that figure.
 Te amount money changed hands the siderable although Jeans reputation had preceded hm which made difcu get odds.
 Jean prize of $2so, presented by the Ruby Kennel
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05

A. Iverson. the hotel man of Caribou creek. IS in town on business. IL is un- derstood he is looking for new loca- tiun.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
FIFTY MILLION DOLLARS
 FOR RAILROADS IN ALASKA

Washington, April At has been practically agreed upon be-
  will be bill providing bond issue of tor the purpose o railroad construction in Alaska
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05

Fresh codfsh, over-the-ice, 35c lb.
 Iditarod Meat Go,
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
COUNCIL,
 MEETING !

The Iditarod town council met last Wednesday evening at the customary hour, when all members were present except Auten and Mutchler. The main business of the meeting was to wind up the affairs of the city for the past financial year.
 Bills amounting to SS0 were read and passed for payment.
 Audit Committee Report Mr. Bayles said that q compliance with the resolution passed at the pre- vious meeting, the books had been audited by Messrs. Locey and Baker. Mir. Bayles read the report at length, and it showed that in the two years since the incorporation of the city $43, lS5 3S had been collected from all sources and paid out again. In connec- tion with the report the audit com mittee did not file any complaint, but sincerely hoped the incoming council would see to it that proper books were kept.
 Financial Statement for Year The clerk read the following fnan- cial statement for the year l9l2-13: Receipts
 Federal licenses .,..,,,............,, $5, 7Sl P Poll tax ,..........-......... ...,.,..,... 30boO Taxes .... ..................... ....... 1916 37
 sl4,0Si.l4 Expenditures
 Street department ..... l9252 Fire department ............ ........,... 5,507 so General expense. '........... ,079. 50 Police ......... ...............,.. 139 50 School fund ......,,............ 1.728.O Interest ........... 5l23- OLD DEBT LIQUIDATED~ 4,74S,ll Cash balance ................. ........-.. l26 35
 $l4, 4,OS4 Ii Out of the cash balance of $l26, B the council had since or.ered payment of bills amounting to SSt, which left a net cash balance of S46,;s.
 Clerk Re,:~Gs
 City Clerk T. l.. Thurston rendered
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
TURKISH RESISTANCE OVER;
 UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER

Consantinope April he Turkish resistance to the allied collapsed the has signded its willingness internationally and the of offered
 Belgrade 1.-The allies yesterday commenced the bombard- ID of Scuar
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
GOTCH EASILY
 BEATS ZURICH

Kansas City. April A. Frank Gotch is still champion wrestler of the world. Last night he easily beat Lurich il two straight falls.
 Calgary, Alta April 5.-Tommy Burns aud Peiky fought fierce six-round contest here Wednesday, but th here was no decision
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05
DARROW GOES TO CHICAGO HOME

Los Angeles, April 4 4-Clarence Darrow left here for Chicago last night.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05

Qujtclaim deed blanks-Pioneer.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05

A baby girl has been born to Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Mckay, who are at pzes- ent sejousning Outside.
Iditarod pioneer., 1913-04-05

formerly of Flat is Butler D. Garter aadZ TkeHe @ae