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Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
DAILY KENNEBEC JOURNAL THURSDAY. DECEMBER 25 1913

the storm increasing in intensity to-
ward the approach of morning. 1t
was still showing at daylight but the
strength of the storm had passed,
and by o'clock the storm had ceased,
although threatening weather pre-
vailed for the remainder of the day.
The amount of precipitation accord
ing to the gauge at the State House
was IL inches, which would be equal
to one and ene-tenth of an inch of
rain.
The storm caused some delay in the
schedule on the lines of the Lewis
ton, Augusta & Waterville Street
Railway, but nothing serious except
on the Lewiston line, where half a
days travel was lost, the first car ar
irving at 1920. Travel on the other di-
visions was maintained, although the
forenoon cars were running somewhat
off the schedule The first car from
Waterville came through a little late,
as did the cars from Togus and Win
threp and Gardiner. One trip was
lost during the forenoon. Some of the
morning trains on the Maine Central
were late, but the delay was not due
to the storm.
Everything considered the storm was
welcome, and although during the
early hours of the day the snow caus-
ed some inconvenience to pedestrians
there was a general feeling of thank
fulness that it had eliminated, for the
present, at least, the dust nuisance.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
CLAIM OF 1851 TO
Be PASSED BY COURT

Washington, Dec. 24.-The financial
liability of the Federal government
for the property loss by California i'm
migrants massacred at Mountain
Meadow, Utah, in 1857, by alleged
Mormons and Indians and made the
basis of claim before 1891 is to be
passed upon by the supreme court.
Briefs submitting the claim of Melin-
da Thurston, whose father, William
Cameron, was one of those massacred,
for s2500 worth of livestock and other
property, were presented to the court
today by her attorneys. The massacre
was one of the narrowing tales of
early California history.
All but three or four of a string of
2S wagons, constituting what was con-
sidered the richest train that had
ever crossed the plains, were lost, to-
gether with about 80 mules and horses
and approximately 900 cattle.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
Salvation Army
Sends Happiness
Into Many Homes.

The brave little band of workers rep
reserting the Salvation Army in this
city pated the way Wednesday eve
ming for a day of rejoicing among
some so families consisting of more
than 800 individuals. Christmas bas-
kets averaging a cost Of 50 each, were
then given out to holders of checks
distributed after the most searching
investigation by the officers of the or
ganizatien.
The scene was in the Maine Farmer
building and none too much space was
available even there. The heaped bas-
kets filed the windows and covered
the tables. Few passersby did not stop
for a look. and the display was one to
stand any inspection with credit.
Plump poultry. bread potatoes, veg
etables, coffee or tea, delicious look
ing pies, nuts candy and several other
desirable elements of a real Christmas
dinner were included-not to forget the
Holiday edition of the War Cry.
Mayor Newbert lent his presence to
the occasion and presented the first
basket. He was applauded by the as
semsled crowd and his brief address
given earnest attention. Happy though
shabby, they returned his cry, Merry
Chrstmas!" with handclapping and
shouted gbod wishes The mayor re-
mained for a moment to aid a puzzled
woman in handling the huge basket of
provisions falling to her share.
Previous to Mayor Newberts intro
1uction, the Army Band rendered a Sc
lection and Ensign Furman offered
short prayer.
Those receiving baskets came from
Augusta, Hallowell and Gardiner to
present their checks or tickets. Each
check was numbered and on a type
written list in an officers hands was
the corresponding -number opposite the
name of the family and the number to
he served. On the handles of the bas-
kcts were figures determining the
quantity of the contents-"S" for a
family Of eight PERSONS,
City Marshal Colgan and officer Nc
Causland were kept busy clearing the
sidewalk of curious scores and pro-
tecting the handsleds and other carriers
brought to tighten the task of trans
porting the precious burdens
Yes" Ensign Furman answered a
Journal reporter, we're all very tired.
brt don't you think after witnessing
the joy of these unfortunate persons
that the result is worth the effort?"
The reporter agreed that such re-
suit was worth any effort.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
EXPECT SETTLEMENT
OF PHILA STRIKE,

Philadelphia, Dec. 24.-An early set
tlement of the garment workers strike
which has been in force here for more
than 20 weeks, is foreshadowed. ac-
eording to Ethe1bert Steward, media
tor for the United States department
of labor, by an agreement entered
into yesterday between member of
the Manufacturers Association and 100
of his employees, who have been on
strike. other members of the asso-
citation are expected to arrive at sim
liar settlements within the next few
days, Mr.. Steward said. The terms of
the agreement yesterday are a modifi-
cation of the demands originally made
by the union.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
Castor Oil Is
Different Now.
That Is, the Taste and Odor Have
Been Removed.
keIIoss's TasteIess Castor Oil Is the
Best Laxative in 5000. Years.

Spencer Kellogg G. Sons of Buffalo,
oil refiners, have succeeded in taking
the offensive. taste and smell out of
castor oil.
The Kelloggs have done what chem
lists have tried to do and failed for
5000 years.
Doctors recommend castor oil as the
simplest, safest and best laxative.
Every household will use 1t oftener,
now that it is tasteless.
Kellogg's Tasteless Castor Oil is
pure, clear, refined castor oil, and so
entirely without taste that children
take it easily.
This perfect laxative is now on sale
in all drug stores. Order Kellogg's s
Tasteless Castor OIL by name, to dis
tinguish it from various mixed and
favored castor oils, which are no.
tasteless. The trade mark is on every
label--a green castor leaf bearing the
signature-KelIogg's 25c. and soc sizes.
Made only by Spencer Kellogg &
Sons, Inc, Buffalo, N. Y, refiners of
vegetable oils.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
NEW YORK STOCK MARKET.
Features of the Days Dealing in All
the Leading Stocks.

New York. Dec. 4-Stocks became ac-
tive and strong in the latter part OF TO-
days session after several hours Oh sly"
business and unimportant movements.
For a time the tendency was reactlohary
but at the end of the day the represent
ative shares were substantially above
last nights close. Reading was the Cen
ter of speculative interest ana mace al
unusual exhibition of strength. Inc au-
vance of this stock was associated with
press reports that differences between
the government and the Reauing 20.
were to be settled out of court as was was
done in the case of the American ieie-
phone & Telegraph Co.
The easier tone of the market early
in the day was due largely 10 Wedkaess
OF Eastern railroad stocks; Selling OF
these shares was Influenced by reports
that the November statements OF the
transportation companies would show Sc
we're decreases in earnings In the case
of Baltimore G. Ohio such showing al
ern was especially weak, dropping Ss. The
slump in this stock was attributed 10 re-
ports, which fotnd no confirmation, TO
the effect that Pennsylvania would re-
linquish control of the company.
Signing of the currency bill and Pres
ident Wilson's accompanying message
failed to stimulate bullish activity. one
reason given for the early recession IN
stocks was selling by disappointed trad
ers who had counted on a rise following
the final steps in transferring the cur
rency bill to the statute books. The mar
ket's apathetic attitude probably was due
to the fact that this influence had been
discounted in the recent rise.
Southern Pacific reported decrease in
net earnings for November of S50s,o0 A
heavy increase in idle freight cars was
shown in the fortnightly statement. The
weekly steel trade reviews reported that
the holiday shutdown of iron and steel
mills this year had probably never been
equalled in length or in number OF
plants involved.
Bonds were irregular. Missouri Pacific
convertible SIS dropped three points to
81 Total sales. par value. I,S50,000.
United States bonds were unchanged on
call.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

The Christmas business at the Au
gusta postoffice up to Wednesday noon
had far exceeded anything in the past,
and the amount of mail matter
handled has been enormous. The con-
gestion has not been so much in the
local offices as at the big terminals
and it was rumored that on Tuesday
there were SO tons piled up in the
Boston terminal 1t is understood
that the trains are overloaded, and
that 1t frequently happens that train
crew on given run is unable to work
out it's mail, Notwithstanding the fact
that on some of the runs three crews
are assigned to train. A feature
that has been noticed at the local
postoff1ce is the unusually large guam
tity of Christmas mail for the State of
Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
Christmas Joy ExeTnp|ified
In the Local Churches.
Other Places Where the Children
Have Fun and Fr0Iic.
Adams.Bowen Wedding Is Solemn.
lied Wednesday Morning.

Belfast. Me-, Dec. a-tSpeciaD. The
last hours before Christmas are busy
ones and the coming of the severe storm
has materially interfered with the belat-
ed shoppers who had planned on getting
their last gifts today. The storm, how
ever. died not prevent the children from
attending the frolics planned in the va.
rious churches in their honor and each
was well attended.
In the Unitarian church this afternoon
at o'clock the Sunday school children
were entertained. wonderful tree laden
with gifts being the center OF attraction.
Games were enjoyed after the gifts were
distributed and happy hour spent
A similar frolio was given this after
noon In the Baptist church for the chill
dren and it was indeed a happy affair.
The trees were laden with gifts. bags Of
candy and popcorn and one and all en-
joyed the hour to the limit.
AT the Girls Home the Universalist
young people had charge of the affair.
full account of which will be given
later.
This evening a frolio and tree for the
children will be given in the Methodist
church. when Santa Claus Is expected to
be q guest of honor.
The children of the North church VIII
be entertained on Christmas day at 4
O'Clock with tree W the church pariors.
Owing to the young people of the Uni
versalist church having charge OF the
festivities at the Girls Home, there will
be no tree at that church. A party OF
the young people and children will be
given later in the season.
On Saturday afternoon Christmas tree
and party will be given for the children
of the Episcopal mission at the home of
Mrs. A. C. Hopkins, Congress street
A social and Christmas tree will be
given in the Mason's Mills chapel tonight
for the people of the parish
The Delta Alpha class of the Baptist
Sunday school will have a Christmas tree
at the parsonage on Friday night. The
gifts will be hits on the recipients.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

noon for a Christmas party. A short
program Of recitations and piano and
vocal solos by several of the children
and then came a period of games in
which all joined. After this treat of
ice. cream and fancy crackers was
served. AS the party broke up bag
of popcorn and candy was passed to
each one present and the group emerg
ed from the church with shouts of
Merry Christmas" for ALL The corn
mittee in charge of the affair consist
ed of the Misses Emma Packard, Er
nestine Lara, Marian Soper and Ma
rion Wilson. These were assisted by the
Misses Ada Soper and Bertha Merrill
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
FOR THE CHILDREN.
Christmas Tree at First Baptist Yes
try Affords Much Happiness.

An entertainment and Christmas tree
Wednesday afternoon at the Winthrop
Street Baptist vestry drew good
crown of young people, and ali had a
fine time. Singing and speaking made
up the program of the first part of the
entertainment, and then came the
Christmas tree. Santa Claus did no
appear but the decorations were SO
pretty and the presents SO numerous
that his absence was not noticed 9t
all. The committee in charge of =
entertainment were the Misses Mary
Creighton and Alice Weston.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
Boston Produce Market.

Boston, Dec. "a
Quotations on flour. grain, millfeed
meal, hay and straw are strictly whole
sale for carload lots to jobbers. All other
tailers.)
BEEF-Whole cattle 12012t.
BRAN-2550d2G
BuTTER-Northern 35G351; western "a
d343
CHEESE-New York twins 1s61s5.
CORN-No. yellow 79h6S0
EGGS-Choice 42d44; western S763S.
FLOUR-Mill shipment, spring patents,
4751i510.
HAY-No 1 grade 2012150.
LAMBS-Spring 12d12A
LARD-Pure 12s
MIXED FEED-2650G2e09
OATS-No. 2 clipped white 47a
PORK-Medhlm backs 2225
POTATOES-White 130Gl4a bag
SUGAR-Granulated, 20 bbl. lots, 40
VEAL-10417.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

The boys of the Cushnoc hose house
wish to extend thanks to Mrs. G. w.
Martin of State street for a Christmas
remembrance of a box of oranges pre-
sented in behalf of Leo" 1t might be
said by way of explanation that Leo is
a handsome coon cat, the property of
Mrs. Martin, who is very fond of him.
The cat entertains very friendly feel
ing for the firemen and passes a consid-
cradle portion of his spare time at the
station. and could he speak the English
language he would doubtless ask the
boys to accept the oranges with his best
wishes for a merry Christmas
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
AUGUSTA YACHT CLUB
Orchestra Will Give Concert This
Morning at the Clubhouse.

The Augusta Yacht Club Orchestra,
Ernest r. Hall director, will give its
first concert at 10 o'clock this morning
at the clubhouse, and club members with
invited friends will be welcome. A fine
program has been specially arranged for
the occasion and is as follows:
Opening march-"Kaiser Frederic
Friedman
Overture-"Princess Janne," Saine-Saens
Waltz-"Spirlt of Love, j. r. Hall
Selection-"The Wizard of the Nile"
Victor Herbert
GaVotte-.S Stephanie, Czibulka
Fantasie-"Hunga garian,"
Theo Moses Tobani
overture" Raymond, A. Thomas
March-'Guard Mount Patrol,''
Eilenburg
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
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Cards of thanks, obituary notices, res
olutions of respect, ETC., will be
charged at the rate.of ten cents per
has. 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 a line.
Advertising notices, news forms will be
excluded from our local columns,
except such as refer to advertisers
occupying space in our advertising
columns and will be run under a
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., 1913-12-25
Chicago Cattle Market.

Chicago, Dec. q.
HOGS-Receipts $4,000: unsettled: bulk
of sales 760d7s0; light 735@775; mixed 745
47S5; heavy 75047S5; rough 750d76o; pigs
6500D750.
CATTLE-Receipts 1000; streng: beeves
675d970: Texas steers 6s0a7S0; stockers
and feeders 50o1755; cows and heifers 345
GS50; calves 65en1100.
SHEEP-Receipts 1900; strong; native
sheep 46oQ6oo; yearlings 67oQ710; native
lambs 66OnS25
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Jose Santos Zelaya, former Presi-
dent of Nicaragua, sailed from New
York Wednesday for France. whence
he will go to Barcelona, Spain. to WIS.,
1t his family. His departure is the Sc
quence of efforts of the government OF
Nicaragua to have him extradited to
that country. These were abandoned
upon the conditions imposed by the
department of justice at Washington
that he would leave this country with
in a reasonable time.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
Endorse Sec. Redfield's Plans.

Washington, Dec. A-By the over
whelming vote of 624 to 3, constituent
members OF the Chamber of Commerce
of the United States in a referendum
in the main the plans of Sec.
Redfield of the department of commerce
for more direct stimulation of commerce
through the bureau of foreign and do
mestic commerce in his department.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
New York Money Market.

New York, Dec. "a.
Mercantile paper 53d6.
Sterling exchange easy; so days 4Sl 10;
for demand 1915.
Commercial bills 4803
Bar silver 57A.
Mexican dollars 44A
Government bonds steady.
Railroad bonds irregular.
Call money firm 3l64 per cent; ruling
rate 80; last loan 4; closing SAGA.
Time loans easier; 60 and 80 days 5; six
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Mr.. and Mrs. Herbert Doane and
son of Worcester. Mass, have arrived
in the city and will enjoy the holidays
with Mrs. Doane's parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. Melville Smith, on Winthrop
street
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

In some unaccountabIe way the re-
port has been circulated that all the
reserved seats for Speaker Clark's lee
ture ut city hall Friday evening have
been sold. The management wishes to
state that this is not true and that
plenty of reserved seats are now on
sale at Bither's in this city. Whites
Hallowell and Bell Bros, Gardiner
ADV
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Charleston quiet, 12i; Memphis quiet. ia
Net receipts for FIVE days 243,039
Exports to Great Britain So, ,3f3: to
France 80, ss9; to the Continent 1o4,o53; 70
Japan L, ,472; to Mexico 134
Stock 1057 2l8
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Mrs. E. G. Allen of Good Will Farm
at Hinckley, who a short time ago
underwent surgical treatment at the
Augusta General hospital, has so far
recovered that she was able, Wednes-
day. to leave that institution for home.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
THE STORM.
Tuesday Nights Snowfall Measures II
Inches-Is Generally Welcome.

Augusta had it's first real snow
storm of the winter Tuesday night
and Wednesday morning, and it
brought with it the fact that the
probability of a green" Christmas was
a thing of the past. Snow began fall
ing at about o'clock Tuesday eve
ming and continued through the night,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Master Russell Goodale, who had for
about three weeks past been receiving
treatment at the Augusta General hos
pital, is we'll along on the road to re-
covery, and was able. Wednesday, to
leave the hospital for home.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
Boston Stock Market.
New York Produce Market.
New York, Dec. "a.

FLOUR--Inactive.
WHEAT--Spot steady; No. red 993 ele-
vator domestic and 101 nominal fob ahoat
No. / northern Duluth 9Sa fob afloat.
CORN-Spot steady; No. yellow 74l
elf to arrive.
OATS-Spot quiet.
PORK-Steady.
LARD-Quiet
BUTTER-Steady and unchanged; re-
ceipts 59H tubs.
EGGS-Steady: receipts 6754 cases; re-
frigerator special marks fancy 30A; flrsts
29sQ30; seconds 2SQ29: lower grades 2Sd
26s; state, Pa. and nearby hennery white
fine to fancy large 4+Q45; do. gathered
whites 43GI44,
POTATOES-Steady and unchanged.
SUGAR-Raw unsettled; muscovado Sl
@273; centrifugal 312a323; molasses 237Q
PAS; refined quiet.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Miss Eva Libbey, teacher in the pub
lie schools of Maiden, Mass, arrived
il the city, Wednesday afternoon, to
pass Christmas with her parents, Mr.
and Mrs. Everett Libbey, Gage street
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

C. P. Lishness, who has been en-
ployed as chauffeur for E. A. Bailey of
Winthrop, for the past few months,
has resigned his position and will soon
engage in new duties.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Former Chief Justice and Mrs. N.,
P. Whitehouse left on Train 102 at 4
o'clock Wednesday afternoon fer Port
land, where they will enjoy Christmas
as the guest of their son, United States
District Attorney r. T. Whitehousfs
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Leslie Cove of Windsor was in the
city for a portion of the day Wednes-
day on a combined business and pleas
ure trip
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Mrs. ]. E. Lippincott and daughter,
Dorothy, left, Wednesday. for Bruns-
wick to pass the holidays with DR.
and Mrs. Leon S. Lippincott.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Miss Caroline Sparks, stenographer
in the State insurance department,
left, WEDNESDAY evening, for Bowdoln-
ham. to pass Christmas with her par
nnfc
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
Funeral of George G. Stevens.

Funeral services for the Ia,e George
G. Stevens were held at 2 o'clock Wednes-
day afternoon at the residence of his
daughter. Mrs. E. II. Tillson, on the
Oakland road, Rev. George Ingraham,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Prof. Henry d. Evans, director of
the State Laboratory of Hygiene, left,
Wednesday forenoon for his home in
Camden, where he will enjoy the
Christmas holidays.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

The E. e. Newbert agency has sold
the George S. Fuller property at 346
Water street, Halloeell. to Minnie
Chase, the transfer having been made
Tuesday.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
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Chicago Produce Market.

Chicago, Dec "a
Improved weather conditions for the
wind-up of the Argentine harvest had
bearish influence today on wheat. The
market closed easy at the same as last
night to down. Corn showed a net
decline of aq4 to Z, and oats a setback of
44a to .. In provisions the outcome va
ried from unchanged figures to a loss
of 2sq5c.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Miss Marion Thyng, who is taking
course of study at the Pratt Institute in
New York, is enjoying the Holidays with
her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Henry {.
Thyng, on Prospect street.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

The boys of ST. Mary's College at
Van Buren, and the Augusta Athletic
A. A. 'Jr, will meet this afternoon, at
the Skating rink.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
Christmas Party at UniversaIist
Church,

A happy group of about 100 of the
Sunday school OF the Winthrop Street
Universalist church gathered in the
yestry at o'clock Wednesday after
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Frank Babbitt, who has been passing
a few days as the guest of relatives
and friends in Lewiston has returned
to his home in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Hon. and Mrs. Arthur l. Brown left
town, Wednesday noon, for Mechanic
Falls where they will enjoy the
Christmas holiday with their son.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

A. E. Farr of Manchester, who Keeps
an eye on Cobbosseecontee, reported
Wednesday afternoon that the lake was
about two-thirds closed by ice.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Miss Grace NJ. Gaffney of Providence,
r. l., arrived in town Wednesday morn
ing to enjoy Christmas with her mother
and sisters on Swan street.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

A. E. Purinton of Waterville was a
visitor In Augusta, Wednesday, the
guest of his sons, F. B. and C. E. Pur-
inton.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Miss Ruby Hurd of the Journal force
left Wednesday evening for her home
in Pittsfeld, where she will enjoy
Christmas
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Charles Knowlton left town Wednes-
day forenoon, with his daughter, Mrs.
William p. Shepard, for her home in
Wakefield, Mass. where he will be
her guest. Mr.. Knowlton expects to
remain in Wakefield for month or
two
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Mrs. Alice Hayford and friend, William
Mason, both of Belfast are passing the
Christmas vacation with Mrs. H. c..
Griffith, Bangor street.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Mrs N f. Emery of 10 Noyes place
will leave this morning for Auburn,
where she will enjoy Christmas with
friends.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Dr. Ralph Hutchinson of Bath ar
rived Wednesday at his home in this
city, where he will remain over the
Holidays.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

G. Fred Dill and sister, Miss Georgia,
of Springfield, Mass, are in the city to
enjoy Christmas with their parents, Mr..
and Mrs. Charles H. Dill, on Winthrop
court.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Charles G. Keene, a well-known
member of the Portland legal fra
ternity, was in Augusta, Wednesday,
called here on matters of business.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25
LOCAL BRIEFS

Arthur n. Douglass of Chelsea was
among the business visitors Wednes-
day in the city.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

Bert G. Wharton and Walter E.
Booker left early Tuesday morning
for Florida, where they will engaged in
business for the winter.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1913-12-25

William Gage of Bowdoin College ar
rived Wednesday at his home in this
city for a two-weeks vacation.