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Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
LAKE VIEW, 45l, HAPPYTowN.

The grange met Monday, Feb. 2, on &C.
count OF the storm Saturday evening.
The mock trial was opened. Bro.
Walter Ingalls, was arrested by Sheriff
Edgar Gray for the larceny Of pig from
Sister Rosa Rogers.
1t was voted to change the meeting to
the first and third Saturdays Of each
month, regardless OF weather.
Grange met again Saturday evening, as
that was the first Saturday under the
new schedule. The mock trial is Great
ing much interest and amusement.
A public Valentine party conducted by
the grange will be held Thursday evening,
Feb. u. Every body is welcome.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
ELLSWORTH, Feb. 2, 1914
Dear Aunt MqdQe:

GLLoMOhIh, TSDs Z, lSl7.
Dear AUNT Madge:
have composed so many letters to you and
the NJ. BIS in my mind while attending
household duties, that the waste bas ket would
be full and overlooking had these letters
been written; but so far have been unable to
put them on paper.
received a message from Dame Nature the
other day. 1t was a very old message, and
one that comes to thousands, though not
always in the same manner or time. The
thermometer was down below ten. and was
busily writing, when my hand suddenly
reached forth and grasped my last years seed
catalog, and before 1 aware, some time
had flown by and the message that the Dame
had given me was about the overcoming
spring that is surely coming usual. Now
Aunt Maria had probably got the message be-
fore me, for instantly wondered if she had
been looking at the grads" bulbs when she
went to the cellar for the dinner supply of
"wisherpickles", etc. My plants are rather
scrubby -looking things, but they are mine,
and consequently very dear, and have given
me much pleasure this winter.
In the early part of the winter, or late fall,
l can't remember the date, 1 had a very en-
ioyable day. Aunt Mary had decided she
must have new parlor heater, while various
other members of her family had to have
things which necessitated atrip to my home
town. So the day before, 1 got telephone
message from "Moll" asking if was going
to be at home next day, ana that they were
coming for picnic dinner. / was very glad
to see them, and didn't Aunt Mary's "John's''
chicken taste good. There was dear little
boy in the party, too. We concluded 1t was
next to having an M, B. picnic
1 wonder why more OF the old ". BIS Il don't
refer to their age) don't make greater effort
to get to the picnic. If they would, the in
describable charm that comes from the pleas
ant associations would be remembered
I through all the year. / wish they realized
| that it's unlike any picnic they ever attended,
because we have more lasting things to re-
member.
would have been much pleased to have
seen you, Aunt Madge, when you returned
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
DEVELOP MAINE,
Statewide Movement Organized Inv
Portland Board of Trade


To the residents OF the State OF Maina
and every organization within its borders
OF business, social, fraternal or edu.
cationsl character, an earnest appeal 10
made for cooperation in a concerted
movement for Statewide development ~
Names wonderful natural resources
Definite plans have been formulated
which, il realized, will immediately place
every city, town and plantation OF the
State in line for participation in the deyel-
opments that will surely follow
Briefly outlined, The aim is to unite in a
federation all organized bodies, especially
State and local boards OF trade, the State
and local oranges, agricultural clubs
travellers organizations, all social and
fraternal bodies, ladies' clubs, schools
churches and local governments of cities
and towns, each city or town through its
board OF trade, grange, municipal officers
or business men to prepare a concise list
of all its natural resources, including
agricultures, water powers, manufacture
ing, summer resorts and the many other
varied resources that can be proftably
developed.
Enthusiasm in the movement has de-
veloped to such an extent that a seli-con-
stituted committee, consisting OF inter
ested citizens OF the State, has decided to
| issue a call for a State wide meeting to be
| held at Augusta, Friday, Feb. 81. The
specific purpose OF this meeting is for
organization and the selection OF men and
women to serve as its officers and direc-
| tors.
| Preliminary consideration and discus
sion of ways and means will be partici-
pated in by the strongest and most agrees
sive men in the State. Short speeches will
be made by large mum Der of the States
best orators, who are thoroughly familiar
with the grand possibilities OF the State
and vitality interested in its development.
Responsibility for the success OF this
meeting rests with the organized bodies
\ and local governments of the State, every
one OF which is requested to select dele
gates and see that they are in attendance.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
LAMOINE, 264.

Lamoine grange met Feb. 3, with good
attendance. One application was received.
Two questions were discussed, sis the
average American home too much clut-
tered up with useless things?" and "What
is the best way OF assisting young person
to SUGGEST" The secretary read from the
records thirty years ago, drawing inter-
esting comparisons. duet was given by
Sisters Audrey Hodgkins and Muriel Lin
scott. Next week will occur the full
moon meeting.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11

Before the busy merchant,
Stood pretty little Bess;
II want some cloff for dolly,
Enough to make dress.
"What color, little LADY,"
The pleasant dealer said.
"Why, don't you know?" she answered
81 want it awful red"
He smiled, and cut the fabric
For the delighted miss.
"what does it cost?" she questioned,
He answered: Just one kiss"
And then the clerks who heard her
Went roaring up and down.
"My Drau'ma said she'd pay you
Next time she tome to town"
Mills.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
scHooDIc, 40s, WINTER HARBoR.

Schoodic grange met on Feb. 8 and
worked the second degree upon two
candidates, after which good program
was enjoyed.
During the day some OF the members
on their banquet room for the supper and
sale to be given Feb. 26. The event is to
combine st. Valentines day with Wash
ington's birthday, and unique program
is being planned.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11

V e 6 e I a Die Cofn-
pound did for me.
/ suffered dreadful
pains and was very
irregular. l became
alarmed and sent for
Lydia E. Pinkham's
V e G e ia BILE Com
pound. / took it reg
ularly until / was
without a cramp or
pain and felt like
another person. and
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
EDITORIAL NOTE.

The editor wishes to direct the especial
attention OF grange correspondents this
week to the report Of Bayview grange,
sent by Secretary A. L. Gilman, as a
model for grange reports. We do not
mean to criticize the reports sent by
other correspondents, but are they max
ing the most OF the opportunity this
column affords to create wider interest in
the work of the grange9
Apply the topic discussed by Bayview
grange to this column - what can we
do to make the column more instructive
and interesting? We think Secretary
Chilman's report this week furnishes the
answer-pass along to the other oranges
through this column the best points
brought out at your meeting. II no
points OF interest or value to other
granger are brought out at each meeting
of your grange, the meetings are not what
they should be. Reports must neces-
sarily be brief, but unimportant details of
the meetings may be omitted. "Get out of
the rut."
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
NARRAMIssIc. "a. oRLANn.

Narramissic grange met Feb. Z, the first
time for many weeks on account of I'M
favorable weather. The attendance was
small and the program was omitted, but
after closing, the lecturer invited the
young people and their guests for So
cial hour and games, and the ladies served
refreshments.
The lecturer requests all the sisters to
bring valentine Feb. IA. Ouida Soper.
Beatrice Holway and Queenie Weymouth
are committee on efreshments-cake and
sandwiches, which the patrons are to
bring. good attendance is greatly de-
sired,
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
Among the 6ransers.

This column is devoted to the Grange, es-
pecially to the oranges of Hancock county
The column is open to all grangers for the
discussion of topics of general interest, and
for reports of grange meetings. Make letters
short and concise. All communications must
be signed, but names will not be printed ex-
cept by permission OF the writer. All COM
munications will be subject to approval by
the editor, but none will be rejected without
good reason.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
HARBoRs1pE, AIS, SOUTH BRooKsv1LLE

At the meeting of Harborside grange,
Feb. 4, the third and fourth degrees were
ably conferred on four, by Bro. Herbert
Hale, of North Sedgwick grange. AT re-
cess harvest feast was served and games
enjoyed. The lecturer furnished an enter
tanning program.
There will be work in the first and
second degrees Feb. IL.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
Saturday, March Injecting of Hancock
Pomona grange with East Bluehill grange.
VERONA, HO6.

Verona grange celebrated its thirty
eighth anniversary Jan. 81, when, in spite
of the storm, more than seventy members
held the first meeting in the new grange
hall The building is 50x50 feet in size.
There are three floors and basement.
On the first floor are two stores, which
with the easements, are already occupied
by the Bucksport Farmers union. A
lodge room, 25x50 feet, is located on the
southern hall of the second floor. Adioin-
ing are the kitchen, dining rooms, ante
rooms, etc.
On the third floor is a room 50x50 feet
which the members mean sometime to
convert into dance hail, moving pic
ture theatre or some other purpose which
will make it source of income.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
Feel Miserable?

Out Of sorts, depressed. pain in the back
strength. A guaranteed Liver and Kidney
remedy. Money bdck II not satisfied. It
completely cured Robert Madsen, of West
lent liver trouble for eight months. After
four doctors gave him mp he took Electric
Bitters and is now q well man. Get 0 bottle
to-day; 1t will do the same for you. Keep in
the house for all liver and kidney complaints.
Perfectly safe and dependable. Its results
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Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11

Dlo you give this man the third de.
greer" asked the police officer. "Yes. We
Drowoeat and badgered him with every
question we could think Of" "Whst did
ne do!" HE dozed of and merely muir
INJURED now and then: Yes, my dear.
You're perfectly right"
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11

Your letter cannot be other than help
full. / know that it wearies you very
much to write, and what an effort it is for
you, and so will introduce just here
what Lyall said in regard to her writing:
am going to send the enclosed letter, al
though it doesn't sound as l hoped it would;
but unfortunately we can't all write gems,
SO an effort toiLt be better than silence.
meant to have said Moll's quotation from
Kingsley hit me very hard, for 1 am always
thinking will write but take it out that way.
Aunt Madge thinks Lyall has coined a
phrase worth great deal. 1t is a good
watcb-word. IAN effort will be better
than silence"
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
mutual Benefit Column.
EDITED BY "AUNT MADGE".


The purposes of thir column are succinctly
stated in the title and motto-it Is for the utua
benefit, and aims to be helpful and hopefui
Being for the common good, 1t Is for the com
mon use-a public servant, purveyor OF In
formation and suggestion, medium for the In
terchange of ideas. H. this capacity 1t eo1cits
Communications. and Its success depends largely
on the support given 1t 10 this respect. Com
munications must be signed, but the name OF
writer will not be printed except by permission
Communications will be subject to approval OF
rejection by the editor OF tbs column, but none
will be rejected without good reason. Address
all communications to
THE AMERICAN.
Ellsworth, Me.
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BAY VIEW, 2s7, SALISBURY COVE.

BAY VIEW, Z67, SALISBURY COVE.
Bayview grange held its regular meet
ing Feb. with a good number present,
considering the icy condition of the
roads. The topic for the evening was
"What we can do to make the work of the
grange more instructive and interesting
"a well-worn subject, but one that had
new life infused into it by the master,
Julien Emery, who suggested four things
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11

At the meeting Feb. 5, the lecturers
hour was occupied by games and singing.
At the next meeting the "Schoodic Ga
zette" will be edited by Edith Butler
and Lucy Cousins. All members are re-
uuested to send in items or stories.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
sEAGIRT, All, SOUTH DEER ISLE.

Seagirt grange met January 81. There
was not very large attendance, as it was
stormy. Sandwiches, cake and coffee
we're served. The new lecturer, Sister
Gross, presented good program. Games
were played. All report the best time for
weeks.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
MAssApAouA. AT. SOUTH BLuEH11L

MASSAPAQUA, 4TI, SOUTH BLUEHILL.
AT the meeting OF Massapaqua grange
Feb. A, one candidate received instruction
in the first and second degrees and three
applications were received. Members
over forty years Of age furnished the pro-
gram.
Saturday evening special meeting was
held to confer the third and fourth de-
grees.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
BAR HARpoR. Feb. 2, 1914.


Dear Aunt Madge and N. B. Sisters:
greet you all, this lovely morning, with
many thanks and good wishes; that is, if |
can thank you in words for the many loving
letters and cards have received. They have
indeed been a comfort to me, as l cannot go
out; and l have been so kindly remembered
by all, both known and unknown.
IT'S sweet to be remembered
As through this world we stray;
To know we have so many friends
To cheer us on lifes way.
but betwixt and between; but am grandma to
dear little girl and boy. When 1 read your
letter, Meb, l wished was your next-door
neighbor. should plead for little of your
nice buttermilk. That l can swallow, and
love it well, and that same the doctors
have or dared for me, but can't get il for
love or money.
c., and how do enjoy them. l think 1 feel
little better in some ways, but not much
stronger. / wonder who has tried the Hun
cry cake'. / made one, and my John and
little Norman say it was great. Il can't eat
such things.) John said it made him SO hun
CRY, he could not let it alone.
I wish could say something helpful for the
column, but am afraid that this poor letter
will not be any help, SO will say Eau revoir,"
with love to all and much sympathy for the
ill and afflicted, and hope the Good Father
will give to them strength and patience to
bear it, and also to me. JENNIE.
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Dear NJ. B. Friends:

Dear N. 3. Fr1endS:
As you read the column this week, you
will gladly note the many familiar names
of the nieces who have sent SO many good
things for us to read and enjoy and try.
OF course the word 'try" applies chiefly
to the recipes. There has been dearth
of those for some time, and l know OF
many who will be glad to see them this
week.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
SEDGwICK, 244.

Thirty members and two visitors from
Rainbow grange were present at the
meeting of Sedgwick grange Feb. 8.
Two applications were received. The lee
turer pro tenn. gave short program.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
The King uf All Laxatiyes

For constipation, DR.. Kings New Life Pills.
Paul Mathulka, Of Buffalo, N. Y. says they
are the "king of all laxatives". They
are blessing 70 all my family and I always
keep box at home" Get box and get well
again. Price 25c. At Druggists by mail.
III. x. Bucklen q Co., PhiIadelphia or St.
Louis.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
CASTINE. 2bO.

Castine grange met Feb. Z. A necktie
supper and candy sale was held, the pro-
ceeds to be used to help furnish the stage.
A short program was presented.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
EAST SuRRY, Feb. /.


Dear Aunt Madge and d. BIS:
How good to hear from Meb and Mol again
and to know they are happy as we'll as busy.
l think it is the busy ones who are the happy
ones. Now at that rate, the N. B. band is
truly a happy crowd, for all that l personally
know are surely busy. AS for myself, l have
done more than for years. Three new quilts
for q starter, two dresses, four skirts and
three waists for myself and Sadie. Now John
comes in for shirts. have cloth for four.
How many are reading about the great
work of Billy Sunday, the converted baseball
player, who is now evangelist? This is
what my son writes from Pittsburg: "They
have built for him large wooden building
that will seat $4,000. He has two meetings a
day on week days and three Sundays
The building is crowded, and hundreds are
turned away. He stands on the top of his
pulpit and waves the American flag and
shouts to the crowd lots of good talk.
SUNDAY, Jan. %, there were 1900 seats re-
served especially for the employees of the
Westinghouse company to hear a temperance
address. At the close he asked how many
would vote for national prohibition, and that
whole l40o0 men were on their feet cheering"
That means something. The meeting was
wholly for men, which means votes, OF course
They will not all keep their word, but thous-
ands will. Pennsylvania is working for state
prohi bition at the next election. God and
Billy are helping, sure. DELL.
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abufrrtaeuuuIe.

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and feeds the nerve centres
by distributing energy and
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Don't resort to alcoholic
mixtures or drug concoctions
that stimulate and stupefy.
Get a bottle of Scott's
Emulsion for your AZ
nerues-nothing IA
equals or compares MN
with it, but insist NH
on Scoft's. HW
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Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
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Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11

BAYsIDE, 476, ELLSWORTH.
Bayside grange met Feb. A. One candi-
date was instructed in the first degree. A
short program was enjoyed.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11

NoTE-This is q word for Aunt Madge's
benefit. When tDriting for the column,
tcrite on one side of paper only. Aunt
Madge hasn't co implanted herself, but she
knows the editorial rule, and / have
noticed many times how she has palms.
takingIy copied halves of letters written
by Mutuals, so the copy will come to the
printer on one side Of the paper only.
Think Of this when writing for the
columu-ED.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11
RECIPES.

DoUGHNUTs-Onec cup sugar, two cups
sour milk, one teaspoonful soda, one half
teaspoon ginger, little salt and nutmeg,
one tablespoon corn meal, two tablespoons
corn starch, and mixing-spoon of cream.
Are.
CRUMB FRrrTERs. - Soak five or six
biscuits over night in water. In the
morning add one egg, two cups sour milk,
one cup of -four, one teaspoon of soda and
salt.-Are.
Poor MANS OMELET-Soak one teacup
of bread crumbs in cup of milk one hour
and half, then beat the yolks of three
eggs until light; then add them to the
bread and milk, salt spoon of salt, dash
of red pepper; now beat the whites OF the
eggs to froth, add to bread and milk
mixture; put tablespoon of butter into
the frying pan; as soon as itlisizzles, pour
in the mixture, stir minute, then let it
brown; fold over; turn on hot platter
LyaH.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11

You have brought us good cheer, Leyall,
for which we thank you. We shall all re-
member your reminder, that Dame
Nature will be true to her trust, even
though the status of the mercury makes
us all SILVER.
Do you all realize that already third
generation has part in our column?
Here is Jennie telling us of the grand
children, and Naillil with hers, and last
week 1 received from Are cute little pic
ture OF her grandson taken last summer
when he was sitting on the hay. This re-
minds me also of the interest in the "bet-
ter babies contest" which, originating in
the West, has even reached Maine. The
commercial travellers should be congratu-
lated on the success OF their effort to in :
troduce it in Bangor.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11

from your trip and was glad to get the mes
sage you sent. At that time / was having
load of trouble. l hope Narcissus was not
frightened by the palmer, and will come
again.
with best wishes to you and the NJ. BIS
from LyALL.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1914-02-11

it has now been six months since took
any medicine at all. / hope my little
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w. KoNDNER, 1852 Hollins Street, Bal
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