Daily Kennebec journal., 1914-02-16

it was most interesting and instruc-
of oyster stew, pastry and coffee was
served in the banquet hall for $50.
In spite of the severe cold some
20 or more Brooks Knights drove to
Dixmont last Monday evening to visit
that lodge by special invitation. and
worked the second degree on candi-
dates in a very satisfactory manner.
Oyster supper was enjoyed at mid
night and the boys arrived home in
the early morning hours, some driving
from Knox, a long, cold drive.
Posters are out for the "Trip to
Laughland, by way of the Ha-Ha
Route. to be given by local talent in
Union hall Feb. 27. Under the direc-
tion of Prof. Norwood, we are sure
it will prove a first class success as
a negro minstrel show. Down In
Maine" will be presented soon after,
by the Ladies' Aid Society. Rehears
ais are going merrily on. and this
play will also bring forth many good
laughs
Ernest Simpson has been suffering
to take up his r. F. D. route again.
Willie Austin, who was laid off for
some months by i'll health, is recover
ed, driving on his route.
Golden Crown Lodge, K. of p, are
to send their team to work the rank
of Page at the Jubilee Convention
held in Belfast Feb. 10.
Prof. w. S. Wight of Bethel is to
bring the famous singers, Mr.. and
Mrs. e. ]. Hill of Portland, to give a
concert at Union hall on the 10th.
The High school. under the leader
ship of Prof Norwood. is preparing
a negro minstrel show to be given
Feb. 81.
Rev. DR.. Martin of the Theological
Seminary preached a deeply interest
ing sermon at the Union church FEB
l. The house was well filled with an
appreciative audience, good music was
rendered by the large choir, and many
partook Of the communion service
Rev. Mr.. Crane of Bangor has ac-
copted the call given by this church
for the ensuing year. and after MS
graduat tion from the Seminary in June,
will take up his abode among us Tor
tho following months He is enthusl-
astie in his work. a deep thinker
ready speaker and greatly liked by
all
The 18th annual ball of Golden
Crown Lodge, K. of P, No. 1os, Whlch
took place Feb. 5, was the great So
cial event of the year, as 1t has peeh
for MANY years past. Some 800 people
were present: the sleighing being per-
feet permitting a large number TO
drive in from surrounding toWhs' as
we'll as the addition from beltast Ny
special train. Keyes' orchestra oil SIN
nieces furnished excellent music, ana
Gaines orchestra of four pieces occu-
Mod the hall above. AT IL O'Clock
the lights were turned low, and color
ad TIGHTS were thrown on the dancers
from the balcony above, slVihs Ne
pretty effect. A fine nloiiish' sup
n.r was served in the banquet room,
and dancing was enjoyed uhtii 10Y
A M. A special officer attehoeu
strictly TO the business OF perfect OF
dor and a more enjoyable and decor
80 h.u was never held in Union hall
Tho receints of the evening were large
and the knights are highly pleased
with the increased success of their
annual celebration
Charles E. Bowen is taking advant-
age of the recent fine days and hur-
rving on the work on the fine set OF
buildings begun in the late fall. The
stable is being framed and the house
is now ready for the finishers.
In recognition of the Golden Jubilee
Golden Crown Lodge. K. Of P, Will at