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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-05
Androscogsin Pomona.

Androscoggin Pomona met with
Leeds Grange Wednesday at Leeds.
Officers pro TEN were: Chaplain, D.
r. Briggs; treasurer, A. T. Barker;
Pomona, Mrs. r. D. Leavitt: finance
committee, Mr.. Furbush. The morning
session opened with business. The ad-
dress of welcome was given by E. E.
Addition in the absence of the master
of the entertaining grange. Other
speakers were w. E. Leland, F. H.
c. H. Nelson of Danville Junction, G.
S. True of Thorne's Corner and C. f.
Names.
The afternoon session opened with
music under the direction of ehorister
G. W. Hascall with Mrs. c. C. Benson
at the piano. Several other selections
were given during the day.
Mrs. w. E. Leland, Mrs. Arr T. Par
ker, Miss Lillian B. Mills were ap-
pointed a committee to sell Red Cross
stamps. F. M. Nevins spoke of the dec
orations for the State grange meeting.
1t was voted to notify each subordi-
nate grange of the help needed.
The census of oranges showed the
following present: Auburn, A. Andros-
coggin, 8; Danville Junction, 8; Excel
sior, l; Lake View, 2; Leeds. IA Lew
iston. 4; Norland, 8; Pine Tree. l !;
Rowe's Corner, .; Thorne's Corner, 5;
Turner, IA; Wales, 2; West Minot. 2:
outside oranges, 4.
Mrs. A. T. Barker read an interest
ing paper on Thanksgiving. Mrs. F. H.
Herrick opened the topic on Labor
Saving Devices in the Home" An in
teresting discussion followed The an
nual meeting will be held Jan. 6. in
New Odd Fellows Hall, Auburn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-05

OF CHICAGO FEDS
RAISED $4,000

Chicago, Dec. 4-Stockholders of the
Chicago Federal League baseball club
met today after the announcement of
the signing of Pitcher Walter johnson
and voted an increase of $4,000 in
the stock of the club, raising its cap
italization from s250,000 to 100000.
1t was announced that 100000 OF
the new issue was subscribed in the
first Is minutes by present sharehold-
ers and that $4,000 of the stock
would be put ON the market in 500
shares, no one person to be allowed
to buy more than 10 shares.
Johnny Evers, captain of the Boston
National League club worlds cham
pions, arrived today to take part in
benefit basketball game in aid of Mrs.
Jimmy Doyle and Arnold Houser.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-05

parlors, where cigars. lemonade, choc-
olates and cookies were bountifully
served. The event was in honor Of the
doctors marriage, which occurred
Nov. "a
Mr.. and Mrs. Lester Glazier of Fair
field have been visiting for few days
at Edgar Beane's.
The Busy Bee society met ,Wednes-
day at the home of Mrs. Addison
Seekins. Twelve members were present
and pleasant afternoon spent. The
society was presented with bank
book of IS as a Christmas present,
the donor being Thomas Dinsmore of
Branch Mills. The next meeting will
be held at Mrs. Rose Reeds.
W. w. Wood is moving from the
Burrill house to Mrs. Perkins house.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-05
HARVARD WILL ROW
AGAINST NAVY, YALE
and CORNELL CREv

Cambridge. Mass. Dec. Races "
Annapolis, Cornell and Yale will ma
up Harvards varsity rowing sched
for 1915, Captain Harry A. Murray,
of the Crimson crew said tonight. 1
ails for none of these races have bs
arranged as yet. he said.
Proposals for another three-cornel
race in which the varsity Fights
Princeton. Pennsylvania and Harvs
would compete find no favor at ca
bridge. Capt. Murray said that such
event was very improbable.
A second varsity eight will be specta
trained again this year for participant
at the American Henley at Philadelphl
Rowing activities at Cambridge will
gin with voluntary training after
mid-year examinations, the formal
for candidates being planned for Feb.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-05
Boston Produce Market

Boston, Dec. 4.
BEEF-Whole cattle IA.
BRAN-Spring 267592725.
BUTTER-Northern 33G1-2: western 80
CHEESE-New York twins 16 1-2a17.
CORN-No . yellow so IL
EGGS-Choice 53G54: western 3sG4s.
FLOUR-Mill shipment, spring patents,
6001e30
HAY-No grade 2f5o9220o.
thanksgiving 1561-2.
LARD--Pure IL Ia
MIXED FEED-215o13075.
OATS-No. 2 clipped white Sc.
PORK-Medium backs 2725
POTATOES-16oll0 per two-bu. bag.
SUGAR-Granulated. 20 bbl lots. 525
VEAI-Sn15.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-05
WEEKS MILLS

The postoffice in this place has been
changed across the street into the
store of Pearl Brown, the newly ap-
pointed postmaster. The people of
Weeks Mills will be sorry to lose Mr..
Reed, who has served faithfully for
most IS years, and has in all cases
proven genial and efficient postmas-
ter. His accommodating ways have
been much appreciated and his good
nature has won him many friends.
About % friends Of Dr. Charles East
man gathered on the lawn in front of
his residence, Friday evening and
united in grand chorus, accompanied
by tin pans and circular saws. After
a View minutes of such music the
guests were invited into the doctor s
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-05
Union Grange, East Summer.

The regular meeting OF Union Grange
No. so, P. Of H, was held Nov. rs, with
a fair attendance. The worthy master
being absent. Worthy Overseer Henry
Cobb occupied the chair, with c. II. Bon
ney as overseer; assistant steward, John
Bonney; lady assistant steward, Lizzie
Palmer. The annual reports were read
and the officers Of the womans work
were elected for the ensuing year as fol-
lows: President, Tinnie Heald vice
president, Addie Keene; secretary, Kate
Morrill, treasurer. Rebecca Russell
There were quotations at roll call and
Lucy s. Russell gave a reading; music
by choir; question for discussion. (which
ls the Wiser Farmer. the One Who Neg
Iects His Work by Continually Leaving
1t, or the One Who Never Gees Away
From Home to See What Others Are
Doing? opened by s. F. Stetson. The
next meeting will be election Of officers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-05
Paris Granoa

Paris Grange met Nov. 20 and two
candidates were instructed in the First
and Second degrees. Voted to pay the
expenses Of the master and wife while
attending the State Grange. The next
meeting will be Dec. at 1890 A. NJ.
The Third and Fourth degrees will be
worked in the forenoon and the birth
day box will be opened. Election of
officers in the afternoon after the re-
ports of the officers
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-05
Rowe's Corner Grange.

The third and fourth degrees were
conferred at the all day meeting of
Rowe's Corner Grange, Saturday, and
the annual harvest feast was served
The fair committee was not able to
make a full report but it Is estimated
that the net proceeds of the fair will
be $500. The annual election of officers
will take place next Saturday evening
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-05
New York Money Market

New York, Dec. 4.
Closing: Mercantile paper 4 l-2G5.
Sterling exchange easy: 60-day bills 4.S6;
for cables 4SS50: for demand 4SS15.
Bar silver 40 SIS.
u. S. rs reg. 96; do. coup. 96.
u. S. IS reg. 80 81; do. coup. 100.
U. S. as reg. los IA; do. coup los Ia.
Panama Canal IS coup 80.
Baltimore & Ohio As 81 5-S.
Chicago, Burlington & Quincy As "a 5-S
Erie sv. series 3 60 IA.
Missouri, Kansas & Texas As I6.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-05
Chicago Cattle Market

Chicago Dec A.
Export buying and good deal of I'M
easiness about harm from prolonged dry
weather in the domestic winter crop belt.
ran up prices today in the wheat market
here. The outcome was strong close
at 1G1 Is to IA above last night. Other
leading staples, too all scored a net gain
corn 1-8@1-4 to 1-2. oats 3-Sm1-2 to 7-s
and provisions 10 to 15c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-05
Excelsior Grange.

Excelsior Grange Poland, held its
regular meeting Saturday evening. In
the absence Of the worthy master,
Past Master Frank Currier presided.
1t was Gentlemen's night so the pro-
tenn officers were: Overseer, Elmer
Chapman; lecturer, Willis Winchill;
chaplain, George Winchell; secretary.
Donald Davis; gate keeper, Vernon
West; ceres. w. w. Mccain; pomona,
George Chapman; flora, Harry Jewett,
lady assistant steward, Alden Chapman.
A card of thanks was received from
Mrs. Kesiah Hackett for flowers sent.
George Winchell reported the new al
tar would be completed soon. Voted to
have a Christmas tree on Christmas
eve. The lecturer, Willis Winchell pre-
sented the following program: Read
ing, Clifford Cobb; piano solo, Donald
Davis; reading, George Chapman: clip
pings by the gentlemen; Chester Soper
read cute one in which he wished to
find many things ending with .s"Oh
where shall l find a woman's skirt
that is not too Tight" reading, Sidney
Griffin. Each number was heartily en-
cored. Farce, A Yankees Strategem.
Will and Tom two transients, Phil
Everett and Vernon West; waiter,
Donald Davis; landlord. Willis Win
chell; his mother. Mrs. Ruth Jordan
his wife, Ethel Chapman; his daughter,
Fay Everett; doctors, Clifford Cobb,
Guy Winchester Forrest Strout and
Benjamin Cobb Barker, Alden Chip
man. The parts were all well taken,
the make ups of the doctors were very
funny. Next Saturday evening will be
the annual election Of officers.
Thursday. December 8, Excelsior
Ladies' Circle will hold an all day
meeting at the Grange hall with Mrs.
Flora Currier as hostess. All the ladies
are cordially invited to attend.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-05
Chicago Produce Market

Chicago, Dec. 4.
HOGS-Receipts q, 900; higher: bulk 670
OTIS: light 64od72o: mixed 6s5G735: heavy
665M725: rough 66597S0: pigs 40o@700.
CATTLE-Receipts 2000: steady; native
steers 570G1050; western 545dS50; cows and
heifers 325G860; calves 675@975.
SHEEP-Receipts 5000; weak; sheep
52oQ615; yearlings 6256735; lambs 650G8S5.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-05
DanviIIe Junction GRANGE.

Danville Junction Grange held an all
day meeting Saturday. DR.. G. F..
Twitchell of Auburn spoke on ''Econo-
mics of the Farm at the morning ses-
sion. In the afternoon superintendent of
schools. Payson Smith gave an interest
ing address on Practical Education. !"
This was followed by piano solo by
Mrs. Annie Burnham whjh received an
encore. Remarks were made by several
of the past masters. George e. Sparrow,
Randall Hartman, c. H. Nelson, ]. A.
Hicks. Others who skoke briefly were
Deputy j. A. Pike and ]. L. Goodwin of
Excelsior Grange.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-05

Adams has been playing football
three years and has been one OF
backs two years. Seventeen play
who have earned their IT'S" took p
in the election.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-05
Statistics of Building & Engineering
Operations in New England:

Compiled by the F. w. Dodge Company
Contracts awarded to
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18
AVIATOR IS KILLED
 IN FL TYING CONTEST

Frankfort-On-The-M Main. Ger, May 1S-Another fatal accident occurred to- day in connection with the Prince started yesterday at Darmstadt. Lieut.. Rohde. who was flying as passenger with Lieut., Kobe, was killed when the monoplane was capsized by gust, winds Lieut.. Kobe escaped with slight injuries by JuEnpsng before the machine struck the ground.
 Lieut.. Mueller, who was the first victim after the start of the contest, was killed yesterday.
 Eighteen military aviators and thir- teen civilians composed the competi- tors In the endurance racs but about 50 additional military asviators are to participate in other contests connected with the meeting.
 connaissance test coverineT a total dis tance of about 1,1os miles divided into two stages.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18
sPETEs HALL COMMENDED

The work of Detective Sergeant Pe- ter H. Hall in rounding out five boys responsible for placing hand-car on the main line of the Berkshire divis- ion of the New Haven road last month, was highly praised at Saturday nights session of the Police board in a cont munication from General super1nten- dent J. A. Droege of the road. It was ordered placedson file.
 The rulnor that a, policeman was seen intoxicated on Elm street, was refuted in reports from Superintend- ent Birmingham, Captain Anderson and Sergeant Wheeler.
 l.. H. Wells of 142 Center street, an Adams Express company's driver, was cited as responsib1e. The expIana- ton was that Wells is a very ta1ka- tive young man who doesn't know why he started such a story Janitor George Smith of the Lincoln building, and Charles c. Burkhardt, 65 Fourth street, on duty at Quilty's Dancing academy. were appointed special po- licemen. An application to be ap- pointed a regular policeman was re- ceived from Bernard Faulk Of Ios9 Barnum avenue
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18
DAY TOUR
 TO NIAGARA FALLS.


 A dalightfuI Memorial Day tour has been arranged for Niagara Fa-lis, leav- ing Boston. Friday, May 2s, South sta- tion special Pullman. on 4:45 D. n- train via B. & A. R. R., full berth as- signed to each passenger. Evenlng dinner in the dining car Ia carte. Saturday, May 30, arrive Niagara Falls at 500 a. m Room and meals are provided at the Imperial hotel Ns1- merous side trips will be arranged
 There are many attractions and a walk should be taken through Pros pect Park. Goat Island, Luna Islanc and the Three Sisters, also across the dian side and Victoria Park for close view of Horseshoe Falls. Every one should take the famous 22 mile electric car ride over the International Belt Line and Gorge Route, covering both the American and Canadian sides or the river: the Whirlpool and the Rap ids, Queenston and Lewiston, fare $1.00.
 On Sunday, May 31, special Pullman sleeping car will be attached to the New York Central train leaving Mag ara Falls at 4:05 p. m. for Boston. Evening dinner may bes procured in the dining car, service d Ia carte. Ar rive South station, Boston, Monday, June at 7:05 a. m. Round trip rates include all expenses, except the two meals in the dining car from Boston. SPA, worcester $23, Springfield $21. Re- turning via Hudson river and New York to Boston arriving BostoE a. m- W Wednesday,. June 3, including de- Ifghtful sail by daylight on the Hud- son river, the rooms provided at first class hotel in New York. $10 additional.
 writc for complete itinerary and in- formation, George B. Marsters, z48 Washington street, Boston.Adv.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18

back of the throat and in the vault
 between the throat and the nose, breaks down the tiny .adhesions which twist the tube out of it's normal po- sition and then he actually inserts the tip of his finger into the open ing, of the tube itself. By this method he is able to replace the tube in it's normal position and to drain it of its accumulation of diseased material so that nature may have an opportun- ity to effect a cure. Dr. Edwards found that in about three-quarters of all cases he could insert his finger in to the tube in spite of it's minute size by gradually dilating it.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18
MINERS FEAR MASSACRE
 IFU. s. TROOPS LEAVE

Denver. May Reduesting co- operation in a demand upon President Wilson that he maintain federal troops in Colorado and close down mines where there is any, controversy, the policy committee of district No. 1 5, United Mine Workers of America sent a telegram last night to the secretar- ies of the 29 districts of the union and it's International officers.
 If the military leave the field, fur ther massacre of our men, women and children is certain to fo1low.'' the telegram signed by John D. Lawson, John McLennan and F. l.. Doyle, stated.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18
FRED LARSON WILL
 BE TRIED NEXT WEEK
 BEFORE SUPERIOR JURY

Fred Larson, the local motorist charged with responsibility for the death of a girl in Fairfield will be nrrafgned in the criminal snperiof courf next week His name is on the triaI list to answer to a. manslaugfl- ter charge A number of minor rases are also on the list
 It is expected that the murder trials of which there are four, will be reach ed the week of May 25 Judge FL more S. Banks has been engaged to defend Lorenzo Renno of this city. charged with killing his brother last month
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18
EUGENIC MARRIAGES

will insure to this country g health fer and more intelligent Family of the future'' and many 9 woman. ob- viously unfit for marriage, has had her health restored by the timely use of Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound, the most successful reTn- efy fomnfernale illsKthe world has ever and herbs are used annually in Inak- ing this good oId-fasl1ioned remedy and no woman who suffers from fe- male ills should lose hope until she has tried it.-Adv.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18

Professor Sidney L.s Gulick. taking the place of Secretary Bryan as Peace Day speaker at the Brook1yn Taber- nacie. advocated the establishment Of Department of Benevolence to han. 'dle such problems as now confront United States and Mexico.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18
D. S. COMMISSIONERS
 PROBE LABOR AFFAIRS

New York, May 1s.-with view Co obtaining first hand informatiou for to Congress for rem ediaI industrial legislation the United States commission on industrial rela- lions today began 6 series of hearings in this city, at which men and women prominent in labor and social work will be given an opportunity to pre- sent their views. The hearings will continue every day until June 2.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18
POINTS OF INTEREST.

untri1nmed hats, trimmed tailored, trimmed dress hats, trimmings Of ey- cry description greatly underpriced at D. H. Dillon 6 Go, 1, los Main street.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18
DULL FEELING, SWOLLEN
 HANDS AND FEET
 nTJE T,60 KTnNErv rRnr1R

Your kidneys need help when your hands and feet tfnicken, swell up, and you feel dull and sluggish. Take Fo- ley Kidney Pills. They are tonic, stimulating and strengthening and re-. store your kidneys to healthy and normal action. Try them IIind1e's3 Drug Stores.-Adv.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18
PIANO MAN DIES

New York, May s1s.-Laverne M. Ide, widely known in the piano trade in this country died yesterday Of heart disease at his home at Mount Yer non MT. Ide was born in .A9annes- ter, AIdch., 54 years ago.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18
GIBBONS IS
 SAFELY LANDED IN ITALY

Naples, May 18.-CardinaI Gibbons left for Rome soon after landing
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18

Seven persons were seriously injur- ed when dynamite, used in excavating in The Bronx. scattered stone and de- bris over a large shopping crowd.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18

More than 100 fishing schooners, bound north from Halifax, Nova sco- tia, were reported to have been caught in drift ice in the Strait of Canso.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18

Automobile burglars entered the
 lpost office at Conklin, N. r.. and footed 1.-the office of $361 in cash and stamps.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18
ENGLISH ADMIRAL IS
 VICTIM OF OLD AGE

London. May 1s.-Adniral Sir Charles Carter Drury died today at the age of 6s- He was born at Rothesay New Brunswick. and entered the British navy in 1sss-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-05-18

Tomato Plants, d0c per dozen.
 JOHN RICK & SON.
The Natchitoches enterprise., 1914-10-08
Act No. 262

House Bill No 613. BY Mr.. Generally.
AN ACT
Authorizing the Board Of Directors Of
the Public Schools of the Parish Of
Orleans to issue Two Million Dollars
of bonds for the purpose of acquir-
ing school sites. constructing school
buildings and their appurtenances in
the City of New Orleans; to provide
the terms and conditions under which
said bonds shall be issued and sold,
and the security for the payment of
the principal and interest thereof; to
define the duties of the Board of
Liquidation, City Debt, in connection
bonds, the payment of the principal
and interest thereon, and the retire
ment thereof to prescribe the duties
and obligations of the City of New
Orleans in connection with the re-
endorsement of the Board of Direc-
Parish of Orleans by certain annual
payments; and to define the method
and manner in which the proceeds OF
said bonds shall be employed and
disbursed
Section /. Be It enacted by the Gen
eral Assembly of the State of Louis
lana, two-thirds of all the members
elected to each house concurring That,
subject to ratification of the people of
the State of Louisiana, by an amend
ment to the Constitution of the State:
hereinafter submitted to them, the
for the Parish of Orleans, of the State
of Louisiana is hereby authorized and
empowered to issue bonds not to ex-
coed two million dollars $4,000, oO0)
in amount. to be dated January 1,
1915, bearing five per cent g per
sssas-ssssss!x y: gri4nsiRsl & xAisa
The Natchitoches enterprise., 1914-10-08

year shall not become delinquent Tor
failure to register. or pay the annual
license fee until the first day of Feb
ruary Of the following year.
Section s. Be II further enacted. etc,
There shall be an annual license fee,
which shall be divided into classified
tiors known as a whole license fee. and
half license fee The whole license
fee shall apply to all registrations made
under the provisions of this act. prior
20 the first day of August, of each year.
and the half license fee shall amply to
all registrations under the provisions of
this act made on or after the first day
Of August of each year. All license
fees except as hereinafter provided
shall be based on horsepower Of motor,
and shall be computed according to the
following standard, to-wit:
DIP X y
The Forrest City times., 1914-05-01

Rev. Martin T. Pope, of Marion, will preach for the Christian Church con- 9regation next Sunday, May ,, at Odd Fellows Hall. The public is cordially invited.
 Rev. pr. k. w Gees subject for the morning service at the Methodist church next Sunday, May }, is "The Law of the House The public is cordially invited.
 Mrs. ]. H. Bard has returned to her old home place, adjoining Judge Cat ling's residence on North Washing ton street, and is being cordially wei comed by her old friends and ueigh bors.
 Mrs. !. R. Bussey. ot Paducah, Ky npp Miss Frances Mann, is expected 1,. ..rsite in the city neXt Tuesday, or ,.n ,N5rndcd visit to her ialher anc fafuily, and her. many friends will bt delighted to see and welcome her
 Mir. and Mrs. Roy Britton and sweet little daughter, of Los Angeles, Cali fornia, arrived in the city Tuesday on a visit to relatives and friends. auC are guests of MT and Mrs. D. C. W ebh Mrs. Britton was formerly Miss Attic Beck, and her many friends arc de lighted to meet and welcome herself and family
 Mr. Robert Neill, ot Batesyille Ma tional Bank Examiner, was in the city yesterday to make the final examina tion of the Bank of Forrest City, witt the view to converting that institu tioa into a National Banking Associa tion. Cashier Williams informs { Times man that MT. Neill hnished hi' examination last evening; had made ; favorable report to Washington, anC that the bank would become a Ma tional within about two weeks, o about May 18th. Wecongratulate al concerned upon this state of affairs and wish them successful termina tion of their plans and continued pros perity-