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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
Has Proved Equality

Woman. Mr.. Bryan said, had prov
ed herself equal to every responsible
ity imposed upon her. and would not
fail socially in this emergency. Above
all other arguments in favor of Civ
ing her the ballot he placed the right
of the mother to a voice in the mould
ing of the environment of her children.
The mother the secretary said,
can justly claim the right to employ
every weapon which can be made eff
fective for the protection of those
whose interests she guards and the
ballot will put within her reach ali of
the instrumentalities of government,
including the police power"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17

Washington, July 16.-Secretary
Bryan in a formal statement tonight,
came cut for woman suffrage He de-
clared tina he would mask no political
right for himself that he was ont will
ing to grant his wife, and announced
his intention of supporting the pro-
posed state constitutional amendment
be voted upon in Nebraska next No
Vember.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
NEW YORK BROKER HELD
FOR MANSLAUGHTER

Greenwich, CT. July 16.-John d.
Curtiss, a New York broker, was held
Wednesday in $500 on a charge of
manslaughter
In the night of May II last Curtiss
ran his auto into that of Cecil D.
Clark of Littletown, n. H.. which was
stationary on the Post road Clark at
the time was in front of his car re-
pairing it. He was killed.
Constable Jones testified for the state
yesterday that Curtiss' car swerved 80
fet before it hit Clark's car and that
its speed was 80 miles an hour.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17


New York, July 16.-By
unanimous vote the directors of
the New York, New Haven &
Hartford Railroad Co. at
meeting today decided to stand
by their decision not to sell to
the state of Massachusetts their
holdings of Boston & Maine
Railroad stock under the terms
imposed by that state. In the
language of the official state
ment, 1.-THE directors have neith-
err receded from their position
nor closed the door to further
negotiations"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
CARBAJAL PLANS
TO GIVE UP OFFICE
TO GEN. CARRANZA
Informal AdviCes to United States Com
bined with the Rebel Chiefs At
titude Bring Optimism

Washington, July 16.-Francisco
Carbajal, successor to Gen. Huerta
and provisional President of Mexico,
today advised the United States gov
eminent informally that he intended
to retire in favor of Gen. Carranza.
Carbajal wishes only that a general
amnesty be proclaimed and protection
given to the property of those who OPP
posed the Constitutionalists
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
RUMOR ANOTHER REVOLT
IN STRICKEN MEXICO

San Antonio, Tex, July 16-Reports
that a junta was being formed in FL
Paso in the interests of Felix Diaz today
were being discussed unoff1cially by army
officers here. The plan. 1t was said, was
to start a counter-revolution against
Carranza and Villa and secure aid of
Huertas irregulars.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
Restoration of Peace

This statement of the attitude of
Huerta's successor together with the
announcement from Monterey that
Carranza was willing to enter into ne
gotiations with Carbajal relative to
the transfer of authority at Mexico
City, was regarded here tonight as
virtually assuring a cessation of hos
tilities and the restoration of peace
in Mexico.
The views of Mr.. Carbajal were ex-
planned in detail to Secretary Bry-
an today by Jose Castellot, former
member of the Mexican Senate, who
called at the state department with a
personal telegram which he had re-
ceived through the Mexican embassy.
The communication was dated last
night and follows:
Il have just taken the oath of Office
as President of the Republic. Generals
Huerta and Banquet departed tonight
for Europe. / desire to make it known
with emphasis that my only purpose
is to facilitate a solution of the grave
problems which weigh upon our coun-
try. 1 have not the slightest ambition
for myself and merely wish to termi-
nate the internal conflict of our coun-
try Please give me your Impressions
of the situation in Washington
fSigned) Francisco Carbajal."
Secretary Bryan thanked Mr.. Cas-
tellot for the information he brought
and told him that while recognition
would not be accorded Carbajal, the
United States was amicably disposed
7, n a +
riotic efforts to bring about peace. Mr..
Castellot left the state department in
a happy mood and promptly telegraph
ed the result of his conference to Mr..
-Carbajal
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
REPORT THIRTY
DEAD IN WRECK
or TROLLEY CAR
And VA. train

Norfolk, Va, July 16.-Thirty people
are reported to have been killed as the
result of a collision between a trolley
car and a Virginia Railroad freight
train at crossing about three miles
from Norfolk
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17

Mineola. l. l., July 1.-THE grand
jury which has been investigating the
murder of Mrs. Louise Bailey in the
office of DR.. Edwin Carman at Free
port concluded its investigation of the
case today without having given Mrs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
COMMISSIONERS

Washington, July 17.-Forecast for
northern New England: Partly cloudy,
probably followed by showers Friday;
Saturday fair, not quite so warm in
interior: fresh south and southwest
winds. Southern New England and
eastern New York: Local showers on
Friday. Saturday probably fair.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
REAR ADMIRAL HENRY
B. robson is DEAD

Walpole, n. H., July 16.-Rear Ad-
miral Henry B. Robson. U. S. N, re-
tired a Civil War veteran and at one
time commander Of the navy yard at
Portsmouth, N. H., died at his home
here tonight. He was 70 years of age.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
The Secretary's Statement

The statement said in part:
1.-The first objection which | remem-
Der to have heard was that as women
canont bear arms she should not have
voice in deciding questions that
might lead to war, AS we look back
over the past We may well wonder
whether the peace movement would
rot have grown more rapidly than it
has had woman, who suffers more than
Continued on Page 1o-column 81
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
MEXICAN FEDERALS
HAVE LEFT GUAYMAS

Naco, Ariz.. July 1.-THE Mexican
Federal troops evacuated Guyamas at
II A. M. today, according to advices
received here by railroad officials.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
Boston Forecast

Boston. July 16.-Forecast for Boston
and vicinity; Unsettled, probably local
showers Friday; Saturday fair: fresh
south and southwest winds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
Massachusetts Terms

The terms imposed by the State of
Massachusetts in connection with the
Maine stock contain the provision that
ton on the part of the purchaser that
he will sell his shares to the state of
Massachusetts at any time named. The
New Haven directors took the ground
in a recent official statement that
compliance with this condition would
render the stock undesirable as a pur-
chase on any fair basis.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
ARE NOT
7 To Sell.
Directors of the New
Haven Vote to
Stand by
Decision
REJECT PLAN OF
MASSACHUSETTS

Do Not .Close Doors to Further
Negotiations" - Receivership
Not Observation-Disclosures of
Time Granted by Officials at
Washington - No Resigna-
tons from Board Despite
RumOrS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17

and that such situation was being pre-
pared for
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
Bryan Confident

Bryan Confident
Secretary Bryan himself was high
ly optimistic in the belief that peace
at last was in sight in turbulent Mex
leo and he told his friends that he be-
Continued on Page 4-Column q
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
1904

i0c. Cigar. Thirty-nine years continu-
Gus Increased sales tells its own story.
Factory. Manchester. n. II. du
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
BRYA AN
DECL ARES STAND
ON Equal RIGHTS
He Supports Votes for
Women Regardless
Of Attitude of the
Administration

Would Place Within Her Reach
All Instrumentalities of Gov
eminent to Protect Those
Whose interests She Guards
Secretary Assails Many Ar
guments Advanced by Anti
Suffragists
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17

In FOW Leagues
For Maine Fans
y American
New York 6, ST. Louis
Detroit 5, Boston 2
Cleveland 2, Washington
Philadelphia 10, Chicago
National
Brooklyn a, Pittsburgh 8 first
camel; Brooklyn 5, Pitts
burah (seeond eame)
Cincinnati I, Boston 1-caIled
end fourth-Darkness
Philadelphia 6, ST. Louis 8
New England
Worcester 9, HaverhilI 8
Lawrence 8, Portland
Lowell 6, Lynn first camel;
Lowell IL, Lynn 8 Second
game)
Eitchburo 6, Lewiston $40
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
No Receivership

Emphatic denial was made of the
rumors recently current that applica-
ton for friendly receivership was
contemplated. On this point the state
ment says: THE directors will not APP
ply for, nor will they consent to a re-
Ownership. The company is solvent, is
earning it's fixed charges, and is able
to meet it's current obligations
promptly"
President James Hustis, who pre-
sided at today's meeting in the absence
of Chairman Howard Elliott, now tax
ing vacation, declined to amplify
the formal statement dealing with the
Boston & Maine situation. 1t was in
ferred, however, that the New Haven
directors had re-opened negotiations
with the department of justice at
Washington on this point and that a.
further extension of time might be
granted by the federal department.
pending an adjustment of this ques-
ton.
Time Extended
As a matter of fact Attorney Gen.
eral McReynolds gave the New Haven
directors until midnight of yesterday
to arrive at some agreement regard
ing the sale of the Boston & Maine
stock This time was extended by the
officials at Washington when they
learned that special meeting of the
New Haven board had been called for
today.
The session of the board was in some
respects the most important since that az
which the resignation of Charles S. Mel
len was accepted and Mr.. Elliott elected
as his successor. Among other momen-
tous questions the board was called to
consider the Interstate Commerce om-
missions recent scathing denunctation
and arraignment of the former manage
ment The only direct reference to this
was contained in the bare
that a committee OF three
was to be appointed TO take the COM
Continued on Page 1o-Column 81
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
THE WEATHER

Partly cloudy probably followed
by showers Friday-Saturday
fair and cooler
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-07-17
Thursday Scores
In Four Leagues
For Maine Fans
American

New York 6, ST. Louis q
Detroit 5, Boston 2
Cleveland 2, Washington
Philadelphia 10, Chicago 6
Norwich bulletin., 1914-01-14
ATTENTION SIDEWALKS
Office of the Street Commissioner.
 Nar{ok Ia.


 The ordinances Of the City of NOT wien provide cSat the owner or owners, occupant or occu pants, private cor puraLiOnS, or any person having care of any building or lot ot land, DOruerlng on any street, square, or puD1lc place within the City, where there IS d SI0e- walk graded, graded and paved, shall cause to be removed thefSLr0m any anu all snow, sIeet and Ice WlIuln three hours after the same snail have fallen. been deposited or found or within three hours after sunrIe when the same snail nave fallen In the night season; also that whenever the Sue walk, or any part thereof. adJoInlnE street, square, or public place, snail De covered with ice, it shall be the duty of the owner or owners, occupant or occupants, private corporation, or any ing or lot to cause such sidewalk to be made safe and convenient by re- moving the ice therefrom, or covering the same with sand or some other sulL- be substance.
 The failure to do so for two hours during the daytime exposes the party in default to the penalty provided by the ordinances.
 The ordinances also provide that in case of any violation of any Of the foregoing provisions, refusal or negIect to comply with them the party violating them Or not complying with them snail pay penalty of five dollars for every four hours of neglect, after notice from d policeman of the c-.y
 The ordinances also make it the duty of the Street Commissioner to cO4Iect all penalties incurred under the fore going provisions, and if they are not paid to him on demand, to report the case to the City Attorney, who shall prosecute the party offending.
 ERROLL C. I4ILLIBRIDGE.
 jan5d Street Commissioner
Norwich bulletin., 1914-01-14
HUMOR OF THE DAY

Fortune Teller see 9 loss of mon ey. Victim-Yes, so do l; l paid you in advance.-Le Rire.
 How is your Shakespearian elut getting on?" ''SplendidIy. We learned two new steps last week-''-Life.
 First Bud-Oh. Mabel, I heard a good story Second Bud-Sh, Whisper. My brother is in the next room Pennsylvania Punch Bowl
 Do you believe in free trade?' "No," replied the slow speaking man; but not havin' any business of my own to be affected, I'm willin to be broad minded an give most anything a trial" Star.
 When you proposed to me you said you were not worthy of me?' Well, what of that?" Nothing; only l will say for you that whatever else you were, you were no iar!-London Opinion.
 Tourist Gin London)-It certainly took a bunch O boobies to arrest that silk-hatted guyl What did he do Cabby-W'y. that bleedin' brighter hain't pinched: 'e's heminent states man gOin' to luncheon.-Judge.
 Spain is the land of story and song. What traditions of daring knighthood cling around old Englandi France. too. is the realm of ancient romance! T know; but Indianapolis is the clear uOuSE. 4AtS)ut SA l OSN- She-No, George. am afraid can-' not marry you. I want a man whd possesses a noble ambition, whose heart is set on attaining some high and wor- thy object He-Well, don't l want you? She-Oh, George, l am yoursi- Ladies' Home Journal
 Crushleigh-Oh, I say, Miss Passay. can you interpret a dream for me ? Miss Passay-How very interesting. I'll try. Crushleigh-Thanks, awful IyI It's that one over there in pink. 1 She speaks nothing but French.-Penn State Froth-
 Have the police yet found any ex- planation for the mysterious ulsap- | pearance of Mir. Jenkins2" ''No; they are going to set pack of bloodhOunds i on his trail tomorrow" "Graciousl 1 Won't there be danger in that, if the ! bloodhounds find him, they'll eat him ?? i What If they do? His disappearance will no longer be a mystery. Buffalo 1 Express
Norwich bulletin., 1914-01-14

WANTED Man and wife, or two young men, to board in private Iamily, all modern cOnVenlences, at reaSonaDIe price. Inquire at Bulletin Office.
 jan9d
Norwich bulletin., 1914-01-14
COLONIAL THEATER.
Dennfan ThomPson's Famous Our New
 Minister, in Three Reels.

Chief among the greatest feature pictures ever shown at the Colonial theater will be Our New Minister. the prime attraction for today, the famous rural presentation as given by Denman Thompson in his international circuits. Joseph Conyers, famous the world over for his character creation of Darius Startie, the town constable, and Thom- as McGrath. the creator of the char acter of Lem Ransom, the village drunkard, both of whom appeared ev- cry time this big production was pre- scented, and who have delighted over three million people, are featured in this production. besides Tom Moore, Alice Joyce, Henry Hal1am, and the big all star cast. The motion picture version of the great play tells the story with a realism and vividness that is not possible in any stage per- fOrmance, for real country lanes and village stores live again in all their genuineness. This Is one of the big gest sensations of the year. Do not
 miss it. Besides this, there is Busters Little Game, strenuous western story. and Cities of Japan a bewilder- ing scenfcc film of rare oriental beau- ty and educational value.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-01-14
Last Chance to See Pinafore at the
 Auditorium

Mr. Hap Wards Juvenile Pinafore Riddles, which havebeen making such hit at the Auditorium since Monday, will close their run here tonight It certainly is wonderful aggregation of clever children, and the whole town is talking about them. It is a well ar ranged programme, consisting of sketches from that always popuar op- era, Pinafore, several olio vaudeville numbers, and then a minstrel first part which fs exceptionally good. The prin- cipals in the cast work with the ease and grace of performers twice their age, and the chorus consists of all trained voices and go through their different stunts with the precision of clock work It is a neat and pretty exhibition of talent and art through out. and without a doubt the best juvenile company on the road today,
 There will be a new set of pictures today, including a two reel Eclair drama picture in the new natural color process. entitled The Serpent in Eden. Eddie Lyons and an all star cast will appear in a Nestor comedy entitled Her Friend, the Butler. Jewels of Sac rif1ce, with Pauline Bush in a Rex drama Mir. R. Nutting will again pre- sent the Country Store this Friday evening, with an entire new stock of goods to be given to the creditors of the store by the sheriff.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-01-14
DAVIS THEATER.
Thomas W. Foss in Checkers to Be Thomas w. Ross in Checkers to Be
 Saturday ia Five Reels.

For the last half of this week the patrons of the Davis will have an op portunity of seeing Thomas W. Ross in Henry M, Blossom. Jr.'s, great nov el, Checkers, a play in which MT. Thomas scored 8 wildhre success all over the country, This picture is pro duced by the same company that pro- duced Arizona that great six reel feat uro photoplay that was seen here g. short time ago. Checkers is staged under the personal direction of Au- gustus Thomas, Americas foremost playwright and stage director,who was responsible for the magnificent pro auction of Arizona also Supporting MT Ross Is 8 great cast of Broadway &avorites, and the production of Check CTS has been made without considera- tion of expense, hundreds of actors ap- bearing in the great racing and bet ting scenes Nearly everyone is fla 3niliar with the story and many have seen the play staked in a small way, but the photoplay production is incom- parable, as all the big scenes have ben acted out in every detail, and the big racing scene could not be seen on any stage. With Mr. Ross and every thing surrounding this feature there is not the slightest doubt that when you have seen Checkers you will pro- nounce 1t the greatest photoplay that has ever been shown. The vaudeville Maids and Stewart, one of the best musical acts on the vaudeville stage today. Other photoplays will be shown, including Prince, thrilling K. B drama, and Love and Dynamite, one of those rip-roartng Keystone come dies that cannot be equalled by any other company of comedians. Mati- nee as usual tomorrow, all seats 10 cents.
 Don't miss Mutt and Jeff in Panama matinee and eyening-today-
Norwich bulletin., 1914-01-14
Hvomei Soothes, Purifies, Heals
 Catarrh Ills

When you have frequent sneezing fits, tickling in the throat, crusts in the nose. spasms of coughing, raising of mucus, droppings in the throat and offensive breath. you are affected with catarrh. Immediate steps should be taken to remedy this condition or the ailment will increase and chronic and serious stage of the disease re- suit.
 At the first symptoms of catarrh, use Hyomei as sold by druggists ev- anywhere. 1t is a scientific medicated air treatment, that does not drug and derange the stomach, but Is breathed in through the Hyomei inhaler, effec- lively destroying the disease germs that may turk in the nose, throat and lungs, and quickly soothes and heals the irritated mucous membrane.
 Hyomei is sold by The Lee & Os- good Co. with an agreement to refund the purchase price to any one who Is not benefited. Get 1t now, and be cured of catarrh. Complete outfit, including inhaler and bottle of liquid s1.0e.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-01-14
ADVERTISEMENTS heading of "WaNEED. FOR SALE or TO RENT
 A Sc per Line. Six Words to the Line
TO RENT

TO LET-Furnished rooms, all mod ern nsenIences. with board, gentle men preferred. Address Cliff Place, care buAetIn OIhce, City. 5an1zd
Norwich bulletin., 1914-01-14

FOR SALE@O. l. c. pigs, thorough breds, registered, none better i'll Ihs country. Ludlow Farm, North Stontng ton. R. F. D. e, Norwich. Conn. A. F.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-01-14
Mutt and Jeff in Panama at the Davis
 Today.

The latest Mutt and Jeff series, en- titled Mutt and Jeff in Panama, will be the attraction at Davis theater mat inee and evening, today, In the new piece the favorite newspaper cartoon creations of Bud Fisher appear un- der various captions and guises. They are ne'er-do wells, sailors, walters, pseudo secret service agents, and pose as other characters with most encour- aging results, at least to the audience. There is lots of fun, plenty Of excit- ing adventures, catchy songs, pretty girls and features that are only ex- c1usiveIy harbored in a show of this kind. Manager Gus Hill has left noth- ing undone to make the offering one to conjure with. He has selected large and competent cast of fifty people who help to provide an entertainment calculated to find immediate approval anywhere. Matinee prices 25 cents to 75 cents; evening 25 cents to $1.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-01-14

TO RENT-Basemen tenement at 56 School St., with pleasant southern ex- posture Inquire at Bulletin Ofnce.
Norwich bulletin., 1914-01-14

FURNISHED ROOMS, all modern con veniences, 30 Union SI. Telspnoae oS4-4
Norwich bulletin., 1914-01-14
POETRY
THE THINNING RANKS.


The day grows lonelier; the air Is cnl-4sr snan IL useJ 70 De-
 We hear about us everywhere The haunting chords of memory. bear faces once that made our joy Have vanished from the sweet homs Dear tasks that were our loved employ Have dropped from out our loosened
 hand
 Familiar names in childhood given None % cal us py save those fr1ahS Tn n9sVen Of those old times to which love lends Such mystic haze of soft regret;
 We would not. If we could, forget
 The sweetness of the bygone hours.
 So priceless are loves faded flowers; But loneller grows the waning day, And much we miss upon the way.
 Our comrades who have heard the call That soon or late must summon all
 Ah weul the day grows lonelier here.
 Thank God, it doth not yet appear
 What thrill of perfect bliss awaits
 Those who pass within the gates.
 On, dear ones. who have left my side, And passed beyond the swelling tides
 l know that you will meet me when
 I. too. shall leave the ranks of men And nn0 the sIOrious company
 Of angels who do always see The face of Christ and ever stand
 Serene and strong at Gods right hand
 The day grows 1onelier, the air But woven in. Oh, glad; Oh, rare. " hat love notes from rhe hills of gold! Dear crowded faces gathered there, Dear blessed tasks that wait our hand, What joy, what pleasure shall we share,
 i Safe anchored in tine one homeland Close up Oh, comrades, close the ranks.
 | Press onward, waste no fieetng hourt Beyond the outworks. To, the banks | Of that full tide, where life hath power,
 And Satan Heth underfoot, And sin is killed even at the root | Close up, close fast the wavering nssS. Ye who are led by One Divine, ! The day grows Ionelier apace, | But heaven shall be our trysunz Pl'o Aiarc.aret F, Sanester