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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
HOW SCOTT FOUND ROB ROY.
The Romantieist's introduction to the
Region About Loeb.

During all the time that the scenes
and the stories connected with this and
other excursions were making their
impress upon the mind Of Walter Scott.
ii must be remembered that he was
not thinking of any ultimate use of
them IL literature. but was only am
hitious to make success of his chosen
profession OF the law Ii SO happened
that one of the earliest duties which
fen to his lot as a writer's apprentice
was to serve writ upon a certain OBJ
streperous family In the Braes of Bal
qqhiddcr-the country made famous by
tie exploits of Rob Roy Fearing that
the execution OF the summons would
be resisted. an escort of a sergeant and
six men was procured, and Scott, a
youth of scarcely sixteen, marched in
to the Highlands, riding" as he said,
in all the dignity of danger, with a
front and rear guard and loaded arms ."
The sergeant was full of good stories,
principally about Rob Roy, and a very
good companion. This expedition was
SCOTS first introduction to the seen
cry around Loeb Katrine, which later
owed most of its fame TO his pen. II
enabled him, by actual contact with the
Highland clans, to learn for the first
time some of the thrilling tales with
which the region abounded ana to be-
come familiar with the habits, the
speech, the dress, and all the Other
marked characteristics of romantic
people. The delightful scenery of Loeb
yennacher, Loeb Achray, and Loeb
Katrine. the rugged slopes of Ben Ven
ue and Ben An, the more distant peaks
Of Ben Lomond and Ben Ledi. the
tangled masses of foliage in the "deel
Tressachs' widest nook
SO wonsrous wild, the whole might seen
The scenery OF a fairy dream
all this appealed at once 70 the artistic
sense within him. to his poetic feeling
and Il his 1--we OF nature. The Lady
IL the Lake was not written unit
twents three years later. but the germ
OF that poem was planted in his bosom
by this first youthful experience. ant
its writing WAS, as he declared. only q
labor Of love. one of the statues tina
ornament the outside Of the palace al
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
THE SUPREME COURT
Going for a Record in Disposine of
Business on Hand.

Washington, Jan. 6-The supreme
court has set out for hard work dur
ing the year by filling up record
breaking amount for Monday, the
first days session in 1913.
Many of the cases under advise
ment-more than a hundred of them
probably will be decided. Chief
Justice White may announce the de-
cision in regard to the rights of Union
Pacific stockholders in the distribu-
ton of the Southern Pacific stock
now held by the Union Pacific Rail-
road Co, in violation of the Sherman
antitrust law Among other cases
decided may be the state rate cases.
the Cotton corner case. and the
Newspaper publicity case.
In addition To the decisions the
court has set for oral argument, to-
morrow "a cases that may require
two weeks for completion. Among
the first to be heard will be group
testing the constitutionality of the
federal white slave traffic act" One
is the Jack Johnson case from Chi j.
cago in which the Negro pugilist is
charged with transporting a woman
from Pittsburg to Chicago.
Another will mark the end of the spec
tacular fight of Charles Il. Heike, for
mer secretary of the American Sugar Re-
filming Co, to avoid an imprisonment SEN
tence for alleged conspiracy TO defraud
the government in customs sugar weigh
ing. He claim immunity from prosecution
by reason of having testified at an anti
trust investigation by federal grand
jury.
In another case the government will
make last effort to sustain the validity
of indictments against officials of the
United Shoe Machinery Co. for alleged
violation of the Sherman antitrust law
1t will seek to obtain reversal of the
decision of the Massachusetts, federal
court that the combination of the bust.
ness of the four "non-competing' ma
chine manufacturing companies into one
company was modern business develop
ment not prohibited by the Sherman law.
Other cases to be argued Immediately
are those involving the title of the South
ern Pacific railroad to large areas of oil
land on the California; the New York
sugar ''lighterage'' cases, which figure in
the Archibald impeachment proceedings
and the extension of the corporation tax
to companies which have leased all their
property to others, such as railroad and
telegraph companies.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
THE GREEK VERSION
Says Enemy Reiterated in Naval
Scrap OFF the Dardanelles.

Athens, Jan. 6.--An official COM
munication issued by the ministry o.
marine thus describes the engage
warships off the Dardanelles, Satur-
day morning:
Greek destroyers cruising off the
straits announced at 100 O'Clock, this
morning, that two Turkish cruisers,
followed by six destroyers, had been
sighted at the entrance of the Darda-
nelles. The whole Greek squadron
Immediately weighed anchor and
steamed to meet the enemy.
AT 1925 A. NJ, the Turkish cruis-
er Medjidieh detached itself from the
other vessels, which remained under
the shelter of the forts of Sedil- Bahr.
and proceeded west of Tenedos. The
Medijieh fired six o. seven shells at
two Greek destroyers cruising there,
and the latter replied.
THE enemy, however, drew Off
into the straits Immediately they
perceived the other Greek destroyers
coming up. AT 11.25, the Medjidieh
and the Hamidiah separated from the
squadron, which remained at the en-
trance of the straits, and where for
half an hour they exchanged shots
with the Greek destroyers. The Turk
ish cruisers were followed to certain
point by their destroyers.
The fight ended by the flight of the
enemy's warships into the straits i'm
mediately they observed the whole
Greek fleet appear on the horizon"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
inc, until recently COM

ert G. Valentine, until recently COM
missioner
The former commissioner voiced the
hope that the day might be near when
the United States will finally have lift
ed its hand from Indian affairs and all
Indians in all respects will stand on
an equal footing with all their fell
low Americans
With all the expedition compat-
liable with the Indians welfare" he
added, "They be made subject to the
laws Of their states and be taught to
look to their local government instead
Of the federal government"
Il do not suggest further authority
for enlarged federal jurisdiction under
minor offences on reservations. I'm
portant questions of marriage and
divorce illustrate difficult points of
which the only proper solution appears
to be education of Indians, whether
or not they are citizens, to empty
with the laws of their states
Every Indian. like every white
man. declared the commissioner, lis
best fitted for something. We are
trying to find that thing. One of our
newest activities is tc make every eff
fort, both in the schools and among
the adults on the reservations, in the
direction of vocational guidance"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
WHAT ARE YOU DoING
TO KEEP WELL?

To be still strong and active at 40
or so, to be well, free from pain ana
discomfort at rs or 80. Are you
careful about your eating. eat Slowly
and the right kind of food? Exercise
enough out-of- doors by day? Plenty
of fresh air in your sleeping apart
ments at night? Watching the bowels
the liver to keep them active, taking
teaspoonful of Il. F. Atwood's
Medicine to quicken them when need
ed and to break up cold when first
symptoms appear?
Mrs. Q. p. Fuller, Union, Me-, writes:
1.-THE T. F." Medicine has been our
standard remedy for years. Neither my
husband. children or myself have been
sick enough for a doctor in Twenty-Five
years. / tell my friends it is because I
always have 81. f." Medicine on hand.
and An ounce OF prevention is worth a
On sale at all good stores. IS cents a
large bottle. For free sample by mail ad-
dress
IL. r. MEDICINE CO, Portland, Me.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
Rocking Stone Falls.

The greatest natural wonder in Ar
gentina, which attracted visitors from
great distances, is now gone. This was
the famous rocking stone at Tandil, in
the province of Buenos Aires. This
huge rock was poised on the edge of
cliff so delicately that person could
easily cause it to ascillate by pushing
against it. Even the strong winds that
blew from the pampas would cause it
to move perceptibly. Nevertheless, ac-
cording to a tradition, at one time
Senior Ross, much hated Spanish
Governor, tried with d team of sixty
oxen to pull it over without succeed
ing. 1t had been predicted that when
the rock of Tandil fell il would mean
new glory for the Spanish, and he
wanted TO help history on little.
Now it has really fallen. and the cause
of its fall is a matter of much argu-
nent. Large numbers of visitors would
carry mats and bottles to the rock and
would amuse themselves by placing
these under the rock and then fitting
it and making it crack them.--Path-
finder
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
SIMPLE SERVICE
At Funeral Of Late Senator jeff Davis
At Little Rock, Ark.

Little Rock. Ark, Jan. 6-Simple
services. Sunday, characterized the fu-
neral of the late United States Sem
ator jeff Davis. Besides the congress
sional delegation and men prominent
in the affairs of the state, several
thousand persons attended.
The body was accompanied from the
Davis home to the First Baptist
church, of which the senator was a
member, by a battalion of United
States troops and two companies of
State militia.
AT the church the pastor the Rev.
Benjamin Cox, assisted by DR.. r. j.
Bowers, president of Ouchita College,
officiated. In his eulogy Mr.. Cox re-
ferred to the senator's hatred of THE
shams, frauds and frills of life
At the grave Judge Jeptha Evans.
of Bonneville. life long friend. de-
livered a brief eulogy
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
Way Birds Build Their Nests.

Any one can spend an idle half hour
watching a bird at work ON its, nest.
but If he is TO learn correctly the birds
methods from the beginning to the
end Of the process, he will need a great
deal OF patience and much skill in OBJ
servation as well, according to the
Youths Companion. Prof. Francis II.
Herrick OF Cleveland has given accu-
rate accounts OF the way that certain
well-knowna birds carry on their build
ing. He says:
The femals robin does the work OF
building; the male keeps guard and
cheers his mate by singing. She carries
mud and stubhle TO the selected site,
and molds ii into cup by pressing tho
curve Of her breast hard against the
stuff and she has gathered While she
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
NEW BEDFORD.
Mayor Ashley Advocates Economy
And Retrenchment in 18th Inaugural.

New Bedford Mass, Jan. 6.-Economy
and retrenchment were emphasized by
Mayor Charles s. Ashley in his 18th in
atigurai address. today. With Mayor Ash
ley was sworn into office Richard :
Knowles as president Of the common
council together with other officers chosen
at the municipal election last December
Mayor Ashley said that he was in IA
vor of a legislative bin providing for mar
bor improvements suggesting a drydock
and pier connecting with the railroad
track location. He also urged that the
New Bedford and Fairhaven bridge be
placed under charge of the state highway
commission.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
BRockToN.
Mayor Hickey lnausurated-Oemo
s. Gratis in Charge for First Time.

Brockton, Mass, Jan. 6.-Charles NJ
Hickey was, today, inaugurated mayor Of
Brockton. For the first time in the his
tory of the city the incoming city gov
eminent gave the Democrats majority
in the city council.
Rev. ]. ]. Dermody. pastor of st. Cole.
mans Catholic church. delivered the in
urgural prayer. Mayor Hickey appointed
James F. Morey,o a police Inspector. as
city marshal. oA
The salient feature of Mayor Hickey 5
inaugural address vas his recommends
ton that the affairs of the Broekton Ag-
ricultural Society be investigated with
view to the assessing of its real estate,
now exempt from taxation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
AMERICANS ORDERED OUT.
Women and Children Told to Leave
Mexico by Washington Orders.

Eel Paso, Jan. 6.-Representatives at
Washington of two Mexican mining
companies, Sunday telegraphed the
mine managers to send out at once
all American women and children. The
cause of the apprehension is not
known.
All smelters but that at Chihuahua
are closing down within a week. This
would throw thousands of mem out
of work and create a condition believed
more critical than either strikes or
revolts. Already the Lorreon smelter,
controlled by Mexican capital. is re-
ported shut down, as is also the
Monterey Steel plant.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
EXCHANGE coURTEsIEs.
Captain of British Naval Cruiser and
American Officers Visit Each Other.

New York. Jan. 6.-Courtesies We're
exchanged, Sunday, by Capt. Clement
Greatorex, commander of the British
cruiser Natal. which brought the body
of Ambassador Whitelaw Reid to this
country from London, and army and
navy officers here. Capt. Greatorex
accompanied by his staff, first visited
Governors Island to pay his respects
to Major General Thomas III. Barry.
The British officers then proceeded to
the New York navy yard, where they
were received by the commandment.
Capt Albert Gleaves Both calls We're
informal.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07

ing to break the negotiations. the
whole responsibility of the conse-
qpences of this rupture will fall on
them. In this eventuality We declare
all of the concessions made, until to-
day. null and void.
The Balkan plenipotentiaries would
not conceal their dissatisfaction with
the statement, which, although con-
tanning small concessions, left the sit
uaiion practically unchanged
Rechad Pasha said that although
his instructions were TO communicate
only the statement which he had read
he believed his government might be
!. induced to grant another small recti-
.fication of the Thracean frontier, ced-
ing several districts, the population
of which were, for the most part.
Christians.
Nj. Novakovitch read the following
statement, after a short recess:
THE propositions CT Their Excellen-
cies. the Ottoman delegates, do not
correspond with the demands formu-
lated by the allies in the former sit
ting. The negotiations on the new pro-
posed basis not being of such a ma
ture as Is ieaa Il an understanding,
the allies see themselves obliged to
suspend the sitting of the conference
M. Novakoyiteh delivered to Rech-
ad Pasfa copy of their answer
signed by all the heads of the Balkan
delegation and dissolved the sitting.
sRechad Pasha rose Immediately and
protested energetically against the
procedure. He said he considered the
Presidents action exceeded his pow
er. and wishing further to emphasize
his protest. Notwithstanding the ex-
plantations which came from all quar-
tiers, Rechad, followed by the whole
Turkish delegation. Immediately left
st. James Palace.
The other delegates remained for a
half hour more to discuss the situa-
ton. especially the final incident
The general hope now is that dur
ing the three days of the festivities
Of Orthodox Christmas which has in
the Balkans all the poetical associa-
tions of ancient tradition. the olive
branch win be offered in the shape OF
official or unofficial Intervention by
the Powers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
Captain Smiths Story of Disaster.

Crisfield, Md, Jan. 6.-With nothing
but the two upper arms of her spars
showing above the waters surface, the
steamer Julia Luckenbach, which col
lided with the British steamer Indra-
kuala, Friday morning, in the main
channel of Chesapeake bay. resulting
in the death of 10 persons, lies in 60
feet of water at the point of collision.
Two miles away the Indrakuala, with
her bow stove in, lies beached on Dia-
mond marsh.
Capt. Smith of the IndraSua,a, sun
day, prepared statement. in which
he said when he first saw the Lucken-
bach in the fog she was pretty close
and the lndrakuala sounded her wllis-
tie. When near the Indrakuala, the
Luekenbaeh, according to Capt. Smith,
swerved around and struck the lndra-
kuala's bow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07

mined-an army which has been test
ed by terrible ordeals at Kirk Kilesseh
and Lutte Burgas and from which
the rotten members have been unmer-
cifully Topped Off.
We expect great things from this
army, and this time we shall not be
deceived. Ardor, stimulated by the
misfortune which have smitten us,
stirs the blood in the veins of our
soldiers. and the die being cast, the
army at Tehatalja will be found equal
to the supreme demands made of it."
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
HAIL AND SlEET
Sweeping lndiana-Whole State In
volved-Many People Injured.

Indianapolis, Ind, Ian 6-Practically
the entire state of Indiana. Sunday was
in the grip of a severe hail and sleet storm
that interrupted street ear and railroad
service and made telephone and telegraph
communication uncertain. Reports from
various parts of the state tell of many
persons being injured by falls on slippery
pavements. Among these was George
AIDE. author and playwright, who was
rendered unconscious by a fall at La
fayette. He was revived in a short time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
LuckENBAcH's SURVIVORS
Reach New York, All Unnerved witt
Terrible Experience.

New York, Jan. eight survivors
of the crew of the steamer Julia
Luckenbach, which was rammed and
sunk by the British steamer Indra-
kuala in Chesapeake bay, Friday
with the loss of "A lives, reached here
Sunday, the majority of them still
nnnerved and suffering from their
thrilling experiences. Representatives
Of the sunken steamers owners met
them and conducted them to offices
Of proctors in admiralty, where their
statements were taken.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
CHARGE OF REBELLION
Made Against DR.. Francisco Gomez,
Under Arrest in Mexico City.

Mexico City, Jan. 6.-Dr. Francisco
Sasquez Gomez. former minister of
education, was arrested. Sunday, on a
court order and is now held incom-
municato at police headquarters. He
will be given an examination in con-
neetion with a charge made against
him of rebellion. His home was
searched and old documents belong
ing TO his brother, Gen. Emilio Vas
quez Gomez. were found, but it is said
that nothing discriminating against Dr.
Gomez was discovered.
The government is reticent as to the
character of the information leading
to the arrest.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
IN DEEP WATER.
Liner kmerika Pulled Off Mud Bank
Off Staten island.

New York, Jan. 6.-The Hamburg
American liner Amerika was drawn
into deep water, early Sunday from tho
mud bank off Tompkinsville, Staten is
land. where she went aground, Sat
urday morning. Three barge loads of
the Americas heaviest freight was
removed before several powerful tugs
succeeded in dragging her free. After
the cargo had been returned to the
hold, the big steamship, at 11.45 o'clock
this morning. resumed her interrupt
ed voyage to Hamburg.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
REsERvsTs BEING CALLED.
Austrians Being Sent Home from
Colorado, on Direct Orders.

Denver, Jan. 6-Chevalier Michel
de Straszewski, Austro- Hungarian
Consul, said, Saturday, that he is
sending Austrian Army reservists
home from Colorado ON orders from
Vienna. The men include reservists
who have served in the Austrian
army as well as those who left Aus
tria without having had military SER
vice.
Both classes are liable to military
duty, according to Austrian laws, but
they cannot be compelled to return
from foreign country. Many are
returning voluntarily at the request
of the consul.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07

The function of whalebone in the
life of the whale is OF the utmost inn
portance. The inner edges of the
whalebone plates are frayed into in
Vulnerable hair.ike processes and the
whole forms a sort of sieve whereby
the whale may sift out its food from
the sea water. 1t must be remem-
bered that the food of this gigantic
creature consists chiefly of minute or
ganisms. crustacea, mollusca. etc,
floating near the surface
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
FREE THE INDIAN
Is Opinion of Former Commissioner
Valentine, Recently Resigned.

Washington Jan. 6-That the Amer
lean indian should be released as soon
as possible from the paternal care of
the United States government, now
his guardian in virtually everything
he does, was the opinion expressed in
the annual report made public, sun
day, from the bureau of Indian affairs,
submitted to Secretary Fisher by Rob
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
100 MILES AN HOUR.
Worst for Years at New Brunswick
Several Wrecks Reported.

st. John, y. B.. Jan. 5-Word was re-
eeived, tonight, that the American
schooner William T. Donnell was wrecked
in the storm, Saturday, in Mace's bay.
about 20 miles below ST. John. The crew
is reported safe.
The storm which swept the coast, Satur-
day, was the worst experienced here in
years. The wind reached velocity of 100
miles an hour
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
lNAuGuRALS.
CONTINUED from Page one,

OF the city confronts the present govern
snent He urged corporations but Of
fered few recommendations, insisting that
II would be his policy to do things. The
oath of office was also administered to
Is aldermen and the personnel of the
government now includes 20 Republicans
and seven Democrats There were no con-
tests for city offices six being reelected
Willie action on the vacancy of superin-
tendent of streets was postponed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07
PROBABLY INSANE.
Anthony Hunts Queer Actions About
White House Cause Detention.

Washington, Jan. peculiar ac-
tons of Anthony Hunt of Chicago, ar
attorney and a member of the Uni
versity Club of that city, while at the
White House. late Sunday. in an effort
to see President Taft, caused his ar
rest, by the police. He is being held
for examination as to his mental con-
dition at the government hospital for
the insane
When he appeared at the White
House executive offices, Hunt told
the officers that persons We're perse-
cutting him and he wanted the Presi-
dents aid. He said also he wanted to
ask President Taft to appoint him am
bassador 10 France. White House
policemen took him in custody ANA
later he was sent to the asylum.
Hunt came from Chicago, about a
week ago. Saturday night, Dr. A l..
mil, of Chicago, a friend of the Hunt
family, called on DIR. T. A Williams
a specialist in nervous diseases in
Hamil. of Chicago, a friend Of the
Hunt family, called on DR.. T. A. Will
liams, specialist in nervous diseases
in this city and declared Mr.. Hunt was
animation was made and Hunt, Sun
day, was sent to Garfield hospital.
Sunday afternoon, while out for a
walk with an attendant he escaped
and proceeded directly to the White
House.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-07

Times have changed since Captain
Burton. SO years ago, made a pilgri-
mage to Mecca at the peril of his life.
A recent account of such pilgrimage,
by A. j. B. Wavell. says that with a
knowledge of Arabic and of
Moslem ceremonial, and with due pre-
cautions as to avoiding pilgrims from
the country to which one pretends to
belong, the pilgrimage to Mecca NAV
be made in disguise without running
any risks worth mentioning"
Kansas crops for 1912 are valued at $40