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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20
Mrs. Charlotte Troop, Pittston,
Celebrates Her 84th Birthday

Mrs. Charlotte Troop of Pittston,
Me-, on Saturday evening, March IA,
celebrated the saith anniversary of her
birth at the home of her son, S. ].
Troop. Nearly 80 of her friends and
relatives were present. among them
being three grandchildren and
eight grandchildren. The house was
prettily decorated in lavender and
white. Fine music was rendered,
both vocal and instrumental.
Mrs. Troop is an exceedingly smart
old lady for her age and greatly en-
joys her work. One great enjoyment
to her is her sewing. She has made
very many sofa pillows and quilts,
none of which can be termed other
than first-class in every respect
She is the Oldest of a large family
now living, besides her being three
brothers, Warner Shea of South Gar
diner. Frank of Pittston and Robert of
Bath who was for a very long time an
engineer in the employ of the Maine
Central Railroad. Mrs. Troop has six
t-grandchildren, which makes her
in four generation groups. She is
liked by all who know her and her
friends all hope she may enjoy life for
years TO come.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20
Pleasant Reception

The reception given Miss Charlotte
Grant Thursday afternoon from to 6
O'Clock was largely attended. Miss Grant
has been the district nunee for some time
and has had a large number of admir-
ing friends since her coming to this CITY.
Miss Clara Robinson and Mrs. c. w.
Smith assisted Miss Grant in receiving
Miss Grant was CARRIED in Turkish cos
tune and has passed some time in Tur-
key as missionary. Some of her expe-
riences among the wild tribes of that
country are interesting in the extreme.
Mrs. Arthur Jewett Mrs. Langdon
Quimby, Mrs. b. S. Smith and kohor
poured, and Miss Carolin Bates, Miss
Beatrice Davenport, Miss Helen Ames-
bury and Miss Elsie Jordan passed, and
were clothed in Turkish costume.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20
kennebec Teachers
To Meet Here Today

The Kennebec County Teachers
Convention will convene this Friday
at 1o.15 o'clock at the Congregational
church, Gardiner. The morning SEES
sion will be a general one and after
the business meeting DR.. o. w. Tur-
ner of Augusta will address the con-
vention on THE Conservation of vi
sion" Pres. Robert ]. Alley, Phi. d. of
the University of Maine will speak
upon the Care of the Individual in
Education Following these speakers
will come Frank w. Wright of Cam
bridge, Mass, whose subject will be
Changing Conceptions in Rural Edu-
cation"
Shortly after 1 o'clock the Second
airy school teachers will gather at the
Gardiner High school building, and
with Principal William Cowing of
Winthrop as chairman, will listen to
an address by Professor James L. Nc
Conoughy of Bowdoin college on the
topic of High School Fallacies and
Problems after which address a gen.
eral discussion will follow
AT the same hour the teachers of
the elementary schools, with Maliian
meet at the Congregational church
and listen to addresses by Principal
w. G.. Mallert of the Pennington Nor
NAL school. upon Problems of the
Elementary Schools and by Miss
Ella Quinn of the Washington State
Normal School upon First Aid
At 3 O'clock the convention will
again convene in general session at
the Congregational church and listen
to an address by H. C. Morrison,
State supt of instruction in New
Hampshire, who has chosen for his
subject Liberty Under the Law in
Education" A musical program will
be rendered at both morning and aft
ernoon sessions by the school orches-
ira and High school chorus of Gar
diner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20
HOW WORCESTER
TRAINED NURSE
PREVENTS BED SORES.

Lila A. Hitler, trained nurse of
Worcester Mass, says: Il want you
to know of the great success I've OBJ
tanned in using Comfort Powder for
bed sores The skin of my patient is
as smooth as an infants, due to the
free use of Comfort Powder. l shall
always recommend it every opportu-
nifty I have" Comfort Powder is un-
equalled for all skin soreness of in
fants or adults. Be sure you get the
genuine with signature of f. 5. Sykes
on box-Ady,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20
Famous Reporter
Meets Tragic Death

Chicago. March 19-John L. Lawson,
a reporter for the Chicago Tribune and
one OF the best known newspaper men
in the Middle West. met tragic death
this afternoon. when he fell down an
elevator shaft in the Chicago Press
Club building.
1t is believed that he opened the
door of the elevator shaft used for
freight, mistaking it for the door of
the lavatory adjoining and stepped in
before realizing his mistake.
Among editors and reporters, Mr..
Lawson was generally considered the
best reporter in Chicago"
For years his stories have been held
up as models of newspaper writing.
He was born on Prince Edward Island,
Canada.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20
THOMAS BEGINS DUTIES
AS PRESIDENT OF CUBS

Chicago, March 19.-Chas. H. Thorn
as formerly secretary of the Chicago
National League Club. today took up
the duties as president of the club.
Thomas was appointed president of
the Cubs yesterday after Charles p.
Taft announced he would retain his
controlling interest for at least year.
Charles Schmallsig, who was APP
pointed club secretary. will maintain
his headquarters in Cincinnati. for
time, it was announced.
Mr. Taft returned to Cincinnati last
night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Capt Charles w. Dingley of Bath
was a recent visitor in this city, call
in gon some of his old friends. His
many friends in this city will be in
terested to learn of his intentions to
enter the primaries for the nomination
of sheriff of Sagadahoc county and
they hasten to wish him every possible
success He's q strong Democrat and
has countless friends all along the
Kennebec valley.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20
Unioue Alleys to Open

William G.. Buker, the proprietor of
the New Unique Bowling Alleys. an
nounces that the alleys will be open to
the public for inspection only Friday
evening from I to 9. These alleys are
among the best in the State and fol-
lowers of the game are very anxious
for the opening, which occurs Satur-
day morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

were sleeping next to him, of the
theft.
In the alteration that followed
Baumgarten and Conner were fatal
ly wounded by revolver shots.
Swimer confessed that he had done
the shooting and spoke bitterly of the
loss of his rings.
Once" he said, II was held up
for these rings, or rather the larger
one, which is worth $3.50. Since then
I've been carrying q gun"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20
Cash Market Co.
286 Water St., Gardiner.

AS a result of the recent boom in
south polar exploration considerable
supply of albatross wing bones, ordi-
narily excessively rare, has been placed
on the market These bones, when
dressed, polished and mounted in sill
ver make ideal connecting stems for
the best quality brier and meerschaum
pipes. They are greatly priced when
made into cigarette and cigar holders.
although it is only very rarely that
specimens are brought home that are
sufficiently large and perfecU1or this
n,.rposa
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Miss Helen Sullivan of Boston, who
has been visiting her uncle, Capt. w.
j. Gillespie, commissary at the Ma
tional Home, returned Thursday to
her home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20
Letter to
DR.. kilmer e. Co.,
5inghamton, N. Y.

Prove What Swamp Root Will Do For
You
Send ten cents to DR.. Kilmer &, Co.,
Binghamton, N. Y. for a sample size
bottle. 1t will convince anyone You
will also receive booklet of valuable
information, telling about the kidneys
and bladder. When writing, be sure
and mention the Augusta Daily Ken
nebec Journal. Regular soc. and $1.00
size bottles for sale at all drug stores
ADV.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

The members of Pine Cone Camp
r. n. A, who attended the State
meeting in Bangor returned home on
Thursday morning, reported one of the
best times in the history of the order
and also stated that the next session
will meet in Millinocket, the delegate
will return home later
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20
Gard of Thanks

We wish to extend our sincere
thanks to the friends and neighbors
also Sanborn Lodge, |. o. o. F., and
Zephtha Encampment, who so kindly
assisted us in the illness and death OF
our dear husband and father. also for
the beautiful floral tributes
MRS. CHAS. r. DOUGLASS,
C. p. LORD,
H. L. HEALD AND FAMILY.
mar20d1t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

The following is the list of pupils of
Grade VII of the Central Street Gram
mar school who have not been absent
during the winter term: Ina Adams, Ina
Adams. Dolo Bishop, Marguerite Hunter,
Alice Leighton. Dorothy Thompson, Liz
zie Peterson, Ernest Mcnamara, Fred
Thornton, Charles Wolman.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

mechanic at the plant of the Ameri-
can Glue Co. in this city, recently had
the misfortune. while at work, to have
some fine bits of steel fly into his left
eye. 1t became SO painful that med
ical attention was given it, and six
fine bits of metal were removed. The
eye at the present time is much bet
ter
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

The funeral of the late Van r. Beedle
will be held at o'clock Saturday after
noon from his late residence in South
Gardiner. Rev. a. l.. Struthers, who
formerly filled the pastorate at South
Gardiner. but who is now located in
Massachusetts, will officiate
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

The remains OF the late Mrs. George
A. Merry were taken Thursday to
North Boothbay for interment, accom-
panied by Mr.. Merry, Mr.. and Mrs.
Phillips of East Boston and Mr.. and
Mrs. Thomas Webber of Edgecomb.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Misses Madeline and Helen Walker and
Master James l.. Walker arrived Thurs
day from Kent's Hill and are to pass the
Easter recess at the home of their pa
rents, Mr.. and Mrs. Charles F. Walker.
Pleasant street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Daniel Dugan. who has been the Car
diner representative of the Metropolitan
Life Insurance Co. for some time, has
several his connection with them and
after a few weeks vacation which is to
be passed in Boston and vicinity is to re-
turn and enter the insurance business for
himself.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

The following gentlemen have been
appointed delegates TO attend the
meeting of the State Board of Trade,
to be held at Portland March "a: C.
II. Became, C. II. Gray. H. H. Eldridge,
John H Wight. S. G. Decker.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Miss Gladys A. Dolloff and Miss Aro-
line Clark return this morning from
Cambridge. Mass. where they are at
tending school. They are - pass the
Easter vacation at their homes here.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20
Gard Of Thanks.

We wish to thank our neighbors and
friends who so kindly expressed their
deep sympathy and for the beautiful
floral tributes in our recent bereavement.
MR.. and MRS. MARTIN PEACOCK,
MR.. and MRS. ERNEST PEACOCK,
MR. and MRS THOMAS HAYES,
MR. and MRS LINWOOD PEACOCK.
MISS HAZEL PEACOCK.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20
SOUTH GARDINER.

The funeral of the late Van r. Beedle
will be held at p. NJ. Saturday after
noon from his late residence.
Charles Metzler of Zion city, Ill, is
visiting his brother, Will Metzler.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20
Shoots Two When
Loses $500 Rings

New York. March 1s.-When Isaac
Swimmer. an engineer, woke up today
in an East Side Turkish bath estab-
lishment, he discovered that his two
diamond rings valued at more than
$500 were missing. He accused Louis
Baumgarteu and Samuel Conner. Yho
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Members Of the Gardiner Library
Association are planning to hold
banquet during Easter week, probab-
ly on Thursday, April It. in Library
hall.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

William P. Wellman, who has been con-
fined to the house for some time by an
attack of rheumatism, is reported to be
improving.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Mrs. Fred Cloud and granddaughter
of Pittston left Thursday for Ray
mond, n. H., to visit Mrs. Goud's
daughter. who is i'll.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

F. S. Smith & Co. do not pay for
advertising space to entertain the
public. but to profit those who are
wise enough to search the adj for the
real bargains they will be sure to find
in today's new ad.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Michael Sullivan of South Gardiner was
arraigned Thursday morning before
Judge Atkins and released on suspended
sentence
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

The Ladies' Aid of the Highland Ave
nue. Methodist church will meet at go
Thursday afternoon in the yestry.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Mrs. Hannah Carver, Water street,
who has been visiting griends in Bangor.
returned Thursday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Miss Florence Morrell, who has been
visiting in Hebron and New Gloucester
arrived home Thursday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Mr.. and Mrs. Charles L. Clark left
Thursday for Brooks, Ind, where they
are to remain during the coming sum-
mer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

to attend the convention to be held
at Bangor March "a: l.. w. Goodspeed
and Willis F.. Moody; alternates, Dan
iel Tasker and John T. Grant.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Mrs. Bertram, formerly milliner for
Miss Eastman, has accepted a posi-
ton with Miss Keene
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Mrs. Arthur G. Robinson and Mrs.
George T. Marley left Thursday for
a brief visit in Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Mrs. Ella Woodman of Hartland is
a guest at the home of Mr.. and Mrs
]. A. Ferguson, Middle street. for sew
eral days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20
piles Cured In 6 to IA Days.

Druggists refund money if PAZO ONT
MENT fails to cure Itching, Blind, Bleed
ing or Protruding Piles. First application
gives relief. 50c.-Adv. ftf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

William A. Robinson returned Thursday
from Madrid, where he has been employ
ed during the past winter
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Robert Coombs is recovering from a
quite lengthy illness caused by the
mumpS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

The Star Club will meet Friday after
noon with Mrs. Howard Groves. Ran
dolph.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

\ Mr., and Mrs. o. NJ Delano returned
trhursday to their home in Edgecomb,
after visit with H. w. Dodge of this
city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Ralph, Jr., the infant son of Mr.. and
Mrs. Ralph Waterhouse, died very sud-
denly Thursday at an age of nine
months. The child was taken sick only
a short time before it's death. Funeral
services will be held from the home
on Water street Saturday afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Mrs. Olive Pettingill of Lisbon Falls is
visiting Mrs. William p Wellman, Pleas
ant street
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Winfield S. Waldron left Thursday
for a lecture tour through Dover, Fox
croft, Dexter and the eastern part of
the State.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Mrs. P. H. Leighton has gone to
Portland, where she is visiting rela-
tiVeS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

The local public school will be clos
ed all day Friday owingsto the teach
ers' convention in Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

NJ. A. Haraden of Bath was a visitor
Thursday in Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Mr. and Mrs. p j. Mulvanity left
Thursday for visit in Rochester, NJ Y
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Mrs. John Wilson of Bath called Thurs
day upon friends in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20
GARDINER LOCAL MATTERS

Mrs. Alice White returned Thursday
from a visit in Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Regular meeting at 7.30 o'clock this
evening of Crescent Lodge, No. 3, A.
O. U. w.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20
HAL.L0WELL.

F. S. Neal of Auburn was bust
ness visitor in this city Thursday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Multitudes testify to the good quail
ity of 1.-The Oakland" cigar by con-
tinuing to smoke it-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20
Children Cry
FOR FLETcHER'S
Q - 8 . RIA
Newspaper Advertisement
Points Way To Health

| can truthfully say that DR.. kilmers
Swamp-Root is a very good medicine,
not alone for kidney trouble, but also for
weak and sore back, as well as for rheu-
matism.
About a year ago I became Ill and I'M
able to work, my trouble being lame
back. I read of your Swamp-Root in the
newspaper and in an Almanac. Believ-
ing it would do me good, l went to my
druggist, Mr.. Skinner. and purchased
bottle. Finding relief in one fifty-cent
bottle. 1 purchased several more and in
a short time was able to continue with
my work and am today feeling we'll and
strong. l always recommend DIR. Kill
mers Swamp-Root to my friends as /
believe it is as good medicine as can
be found
AUGUST STRONG,
S414 Washington Ave, No.
Minneapolis, MINI.
Mr.. Skinner makes affidavit that he
sold the Swamp-Root to Mr.. Strong
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Randolph Progressive Caucus.
A Progressive party caucus was
held Wednesday evening in Randolph
and tie following delegates elected
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Mrs. F. e. McCausland left Thursday
for visit in Bangor.
J. Walter Robinson arrived home
Thursday from Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-03-20

Rodney Frohock. who is employed as
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1914-10-24
John ". Mason Laid Away

John W. Mason was buried here
last Sunday Funeral services were
held In the Fourth Ward Meeting
House which was crowded with SYM
pathizing friends. many relatives and
friends coming from Salt Lake City
and Carbon County
James b. Clark, of the Fourth Ward
bishopric, presided at the services.
Other speakers were Bishop John Sto-
ker' Elisha Davis, John Wing Bishop
Henry Lewis and Ed Bush of Pleasant
Grove Miss Maud Kirkham sang the
Beautiful City" and the ward choir
supplied the opening and closing mu-
seal numbers There were many
many beautiful floral tributes.
a brief biographical sketch Of his
life was given in our last issue.
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1914-10-24
N. |. A. Gymnasium
Opens November End
WIN Operate Three Nights Each Week
Skating Rink Other
Nights.

Arrangements were perfected this
week whereby the City Pavilion will
be in use six nights in the week.
Monday, Thursday and Friday
nights will be used for gym
nasium purposes, and Tuesday, We'd
nesday and Saturday nights II will
be operated as skating rink by II.
c. Featherstone.
Paul Miner, physical director Of the
Lehi High School, will have general
supervision of tho gymnasium work.
Junius Banks, for the NJ. |. A., Is
really responsible for bringing the
gymnasium into existance. He has
sent for the necessary equipment with
which to operate 1t, and expects to
have everything In readiness for the
opening on Monday. November End.
An initiation fee OF 90 cents will be
charged each member, who Is also
expected TO provide themselves with
gymnasium suit, shoes, etc. When
the plan was proposed to the several
associations at their meetings last
Tuesday night, the members showed
much enthusiasm, so that it's success
Is assured. One night each week will
be devoted to young ladies, one night
to the young men, and they will &C.
cupy it conformity the third night,
Mr.. II. c. Featherstone has sent for
full set of ladies' and gentlemen s
ball bearing roller skates and will
open up for business this evening. He
intends conducting first class order
ly place 80 as to merit the patronage
Of the best class of people.
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1914-10-24
Republicans Prepare
For Two Rallies

Vim. Glassman will speak at the
big Republican rally to be held in the
Royal Theatre Thursday October 30,
The rally will be under the auspices
of the Young Peoples Republican
club, Only adults will be permitted
to attend, and motion pictures will
be shown gratis after the rally.
The Young Peoples Republican
club will give closing rally and
grand ball on the night OF November
End, In Smuin's Academy.
Mr.. Hart, president of the club, is
making arrangements for torch
light marching club for both occa-
sions, He will also have the Silver
Band out,