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The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02
Impressed With City's Beauty

Birmingham is becoming more at tractive than ever" remarked George F. Thompson of Jacksonville, Fla.
 "It had been about three years since I visited this city and it was indeed a pleasant surprise to note the num- erous handsome improvements here. Large and beautiful buildings have been erected on every hand, among the most noticeable of these being the Jeff ferson County bank building, the Ho- tel Tutwiler and the Hotel Motion. In- deed, too much cannot be said in be- falf of Blrmingham's new hotel ac- commodations.
 q have also taken little jaunt through the residence sections of the city and have been impressed with the improvements found there. l had read that there was some adverse comments here concerning park conditions; but l see no cause for complaint. I observed several nlce parks in the residence portion of the city, and while 1 had the opportunity to observe only one closely have been struck by their at tractive appearance. There are several large parks in my home town; but l oo not think there is one there which rivals Capitol park for beauty It Is most advantageQusly located. l chanced to visit friend the other day who has quarters at an inn facing this park. As l was seated on one of the Upper balconies l had a clear view of this lovely prospect. The grounds are neatly kept and it was thronged with pleasure seekers who appeared to en- joy themselves thoroughly. l hope to visit Birmingham again soon."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

could celebrate with the payment of municipal debts which, because of the interest involved, are burdensome and a hindrance to civic growth.
 Clay Center is setting good ex- ample. Let other towns take notice.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

From the St. Louis Times.
 It took gay New York to evolve Che lady bootegger. A court proceeding dis closes one who "smuggled two pints of whisky into the house in her silk stock ings"
 Father Knickerbocker has always made a point of bragging on the old lady s blue silk hose. Wonder what he thinks of 'em now?
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

BEGINNING THE DAY-O God. help me to come to Thee for my praise. Make me independent of the applause or the blame of men. But may I love Thy smile of favor more than l love life. And may l fear Thy frovn more than fear death. In Christ's name. Amen.-H. M. E.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02
IN ALL FIELDS

From the Louisville Times.
 There was activity the other day in all the theatres of war-France, Gaiicia Gallipoli and Atlanta.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02
HOW THE AUTO DOES PUSH IN,

From the Detroit Free Press.
 Henry Ford is going to rewrite Gray's Elegy to this: 'Homeward the Tlowman chugs his cheery way
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02
UsEFUL. /.
From the Pittsburg Dispatch

canny Italy well knew swhat it was about when it drafted wireless Marconi into military service. He has invented a device that not only renders it inn practicable for the Austrians to intercept Italian messages, but intercepts>the wire- less messages of Austria and obtains n- formation of inestimable military useful ness to Italy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

There seems to be a disposition in
 France to get General Joffres goat, but the French had better think twice before
 retiring one of the ablest strategists who ever lived
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

The Mexican boundary line is as full oi
 surprises. apparently, as live wire.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

The Germans seem to evolve bigger and better gun every week or two, with the result that trenches are made less and less inhabitable.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

The Kaiser is reported to have wept over the graves of German soldiers and said, T have not willed this" And the worst is yet to come.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02
sUGGEsTs ANoTHER CHANGE

From the Raleigh News and Observer. l In the opinion of the Kansas City Star
 the Russians. because of their frequent retreats should perhaps change the name of Petrograd to Retrograde.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

The plan to drag Dr. Eliot into the Thaw trial has been abandoned, for which he should thank his lucky stars.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

Somebody is always taking the joy out
 of life. The Germans are threatening to
 check the victorious advance of Italy into Austrian territory.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

A submarine with a steaming radius of 5000 miles is what the naval experts of this country will have to reckon with.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

The fact that General Huerta is &C., cused of conspiracy doesn't seem to make him any less desirable as dinner guest.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

If the European concert is ever reorgan- ized, it will need new conductor.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

Business on the Zone at the Panama Pacific fair is said to be poor That may be due to the ultra sophisticaton of lair visitors.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02
MOTHER ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS HOSE

As usual war causes the decapitalicr of distinguished heads in Russia.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

In California former Governor slaton of Georgia will be about as far from his state as he can get without leaving. tho country
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

However, a safe and sane Fourth will not prevent the irrepressible joy rider from taking the usual risks.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

It is no longer necessary for modern gunner to see what he is shooting at. The result is the parabolic bombardment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

Submarine gunners call a torpedo tin fish," which is, of course, libel on the entire finny tribe.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

Iris the curse of servicey Preferment goes by letter, and nffec
 ton. -Otheilo.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02
HARD oN THE uNpERrAkERs

From the Bells (Tenn.) Sentinel.
 No sickness and deaths to report thiI week. as 1t has been too hot for thu doctors to travel.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02
EASILY EXPLAINED

From the Dallas News. Why is 1t that almost everybody who speaks of Dr. Dernburg puts the accent on the dret syllabie3 .s, ..5.,,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02
A NEIGHBoRLY DUTY.

A May ask what you are doing, Mir. Meddlesome?"
 I'm figuring on the upkeep of an auto mobile"
 Thinking about buying a carr" NO. indeed. I'm merely trying to find out how my neighbor, Jobson, contrives to keep car on his income.'
 WOULD HURT BUSINESS. Are you still selling those illuminated signs reading, Nix on war talk" NO. I got discouraged and quit" What happened?" T tried to sell one to saloon-keeper."
 HAS OTHER USES. 'rhe human forehead is the seat of reason"
 That's the popular conception Some. times it is merely used as prop for a whim of fashion,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02
REyUvENATED, As m WE'RE

REJCFENAIED, AS TT WE'RE From the Houston Post. AS we understand it, the Teutonic host 'does not regard Lembery to have fallen,
 but on the contrary. to have risen again.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02
A JEALOUS NATURE.

"Jagsby says he signed the pledge be- cause he couldn't resist the pleas of the fair sex A delegation of temperance workers called on him at his office and he surrendered"
 Just so. l presume Mrs. Jagsby is de- lighted"
 Not at all. She wanted him to quit drinking, but she was not member of the delegation and the thought that he quit at the request of other women makes her mad all over"
 A TRIUMPHANT MOMENT.
 Are scientists invariably cold and cal culating?"
 Not always. I've seen a scientist be- tray wild excitement when he had discov- cred an infnitesimal error in some other scientists calculations.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02
ADRIFT WII71 THE TIMES
TROUBLE MAKERS.

T see in dis paper where doctor says outdoor life is healt'y," remarked Frisco Fatty.
 Den we oughter live t'ousand years," said New Orleans Mike.
 But he goes on ter day it's de exercise a feller gets dat does it."
 Huh! I never heard O one O dem medical sharps yet what had restful disposition.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-02

Entered al the Birmingham, Ala. rostoffice as second class matter un- der act Of Congress March 3. lsis
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-05-31
TRACK MEET FOR
C0NY WITH N. C.|.

On Tuesday afternoon track enthu-
lasts of Augusta will have an oppor-
tunity to witness what promises to
be a very interesting track meet at
Capital Park between Cony High
school and Maine Central Institute of
Pittsfeld. Cony has had a very sue
cessful season this year considering
the number of men that have been
out for the team, and she is hoping
to finish the year in the proper man
ner in winning this meet over NJ. c. l.,
one of Names best preparatory
schools.
The Pittsfield boys are competing
Monday. the 31st. with Westbrook
Seminary in Portland and are plan
ming to stop in Augusta on their way
back Tuesday afternoon. Coach Has
kell of the Maine Central Institute
team has been endeavoring to secure
a meet with Cony High for some time
and seems to be pleased with the
idea of the Tuesday meet even though
his men will be slightly fatigued after
their performances today.
The Cony track season started in
mid-winter when the boys appeared
in suits in preparation for the Bow
doin Indoor Interscholastic Meet at
Brunswick in which they were sue
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-05-31

days Just fifty years ago the Seth OF
May Henry B. Stevens and Miss A. Ma
ria Boston were married by Rev. Edward
Stone. Unitarian pastor of Norridge-
wock. Mr.. Stevens had but shortly be-
fore returned from the varied perils of
the Civil War and now on the day made
sacred to less fortunate soldiers he with
a numerous company Of his children and
grandchildren and great grandchildren
celebrate this happy anniversary of his
wedding.
Mr.. Stevens was born in Bingham, q
years ago, the son Of Samuel and Lucin-
da Stevens. His wife was born in Nor
ridgewock. "a years ago. being the
daughter of Joseph and Lucinda Boston.
Mr.. Stevens was a carriage maker by
trade but enlisted in the army in the
4th Maine battery where he served three
years. taking part in many Of the fam
Gus battles, including Bull Run, Antie-
tam. Cedar Mountain. Gettysburg, Cold
Harbor and the Wilderness. Though not
wounded in war still he returned some
what impaired in health.
Mrs. Stevens is one Of the most vigor-
GUS women of her age to be found any
where. The cares of long life have
not sapped her vitality or energy. Two
children were born to this couple: Eta,
who married Joseph Berry, now living
in Norridgewock; and Irving Stevens
with whom the aged couple reside on a
farm on the Waterville Koad about two
miles from the historic village of Nor
ridgewock. Eta Berry il the mother of
eight children and through her oldes..
daughter and her second son, Mrs. Stew
ems is able to call herself great grand
mother. the great grandchildren being
Gertrude Hooper, daughter Of Arthur
and Ara Hooper. and Gladys and Ethel
yn Berry. children Of Mr.. and Mrs.
Ralph Berry.
Following the war Mr. Stevens contin.
ued his trade of carriage maker in Nor
ridgewock, residing in what is now the
DR.. Wagner place. TWenty-three years
of their married life was spent thus, and
then thinking that farming might be
better for his health, Mr.. Stevens moved
to the farm where he now lives.
A grand family gathering Sunday at
ternoon was their method of celebrating
their anniversary and joyful and sad
"reminiscences of the by-gone years en-
tertained the elders and refreshments of
ice cream and cakes appealed to all.
Those present included: Mr.. and Mrs
Joseph Berry and children, Earl Berry
Susie Berry, Verne Berry, Alton Berry,
Agnes Berry, Mr.. and Mrs. Arthur
Hooper with Gertrude Hooper, Mr.. and
Agrs p,lpb Barry with Clad,,, ,nl u,.b
eiyn Berry, Mr.. and Mrs. Kenneth Ber-
ry; Mr.. and Mrs. Irving Stevens and five
children, Beatrice. Marta, Iona, Phyllis
and Hugh Stevens; and three nieces of
Mrs. Henry Stevens, Mrs. Will Mills,
Mrs. Flora Whiting and Mrs. lothian
Wood.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-05-31

LAT such promises did not remove
ne risks to which American vessels
nd lives were subjected-and to sup
ymt this contention the United
ta1es will answer Germany's request
@Aor facts with reinstatement of the
circumstances as recited in the
american note Of May 10, the prompt
ness with which the reply will be
! uispatched is counted upon to serve
an indication that the American
government wishes an early answer
80 does not desire to engage in a
81 kacted diplomatic discussion.
PERSONS close to President Wilson
4 ave learned that he is determined
20 obtain reparation for the Lusi-
tAnia victims and assurances of re-
Apect for American rights in future
and that failing this he would not
hesitate to severe diplomatic rela-
tons with Germany.
In German quarters here tonight, it
ANas again reiterated that the Lusi-
wanna was armed.
To controvert this, the United
rates has proof gathered before the
american note was sent. that there
sere no guns aboard. Furthermore,
ne British government entered into
"a Informal agreement with the Unit
States early in the war to see that
q British vessels left American ports
E1rmed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-05-31
Funeral Of General Hubbard


The following account of the funeral
al Of the late Gen. Thomas H. Hub
bard is from the New York Times:
Funeral services for Gen. Thomas
Hamlin Hubbard, who died at his
home, is West 5Sth street, Wednesday.
were held yesterday forenoon at 10
O'Clock in the Madison Square Pres
byterian church. The altar and cas-
ket were banked with floral offerings.
The services were conducted by the
Rev. DR.. Charles H. Parkhurst, the
pastor, assisted by the Rev. George r.
Montgomery. The pallbearers were Gen.
Amasa j. Parker. Edward F. Searles.
William Mahl. DR.. John p. Mum, Ad-
miral Robert E. Peary, the Rev. Will
liam Dewitt Hyde, Charles B. Alexan-
der, William Allen Butler, Adrian H.
Larkin and William Fahnestock.
The choir sang 1.-The Shadows of a
Mighty Rock" Rock Of Ages" in
which all Joined, and Crossing the
Bar" Jesus Lover Of My Sour was
contralto solo. The occasional was
Il Know That My Redeemer Liveth."
There were present representatives Of
tno Loyd1 Ae6ioIl, oV He1upeIs, Tue
Bowdoin College trustees. the Union
League Club. the New York County
Lawyers Association, the Bar Associa-
ton, the New York Botanical Garden
trustees, the New England Society and
the Y. NJ. c. A. trustees.
Miss Idella Lucretia Macleod. Miss
Lillian NJ. Bolt and Master Donald
Wood are at Camp Woodholm at Lake
Cobbosseecontee over Memorial day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-05-31
AMBASSADOR PAGE
(continued from Page y

to tho ship. on the starboard side. and a
severe shock was almost instantly felt,
followed by a violent explosion abreast
hold No. l.
Hatch cover No. l was blown off.
also cargo booms above the same, and
the air was filled with oil and debris.
the double bottom compartments below
hold No. having been used for tanks
for fuel oil. Bottom plating and pieces
Of the side were blown up through two
decks. The ship settled Immediately by
the head and officers and crew took to
boats After remaining off the ship
about one hour they returned and headed
the ship for Liverpool. Under orders of
the British admiralty a British naval
trawler came UP at midnight and re-
manned with the Nebraskan until she
reached the mouth of the Mersey.
mo one was seriously injured. The
ambassador is sending by mail a detail
ed report of Lieutenant Towers and de-
positions of three of the ships officers
taken by the consul at Liverpool.
Oficials who read the report closely
said 1t contained all the evidence OF an
attack by torpedo. There had been some
doubt whether it was not mine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-05-31
Interference With u. S. AID TO
MEXICAN civilian POPULATION
WILL CALL FOR SEVERE ACTION

Washington, May 30-The admins
tration has received assurances that
80 per cent. of the people of Mexico will
rise up and greet President Wilson
as a savior if he can evolve some way
by which they may rid themselves Of
the bandits who are now in military
control of the country.
The American Red Cross announced
Saturday that it will raise S2,000,0 600 in
cash and supplies for the starving
Mexicans. Miss Boardman says condi-
tions in Mexico are worse than in Bel
gum.
1t is upon this information and upon
this belief that the President will issue
this week a statement announcing the
policy which the administration here
after will follow as a result of recent
developments in the Mexican situation.
The President has no intention now
of making war upon the people of
Mexico. The friendly Intervention"
which will be pursued as successor to
"watchful waiting" does not in any
way propose the use Of the military
forces against the people Of the tur-
bulent republic.
The President intends to proceed
sending foodstuffs to the Mexicans so
that the starvation which is now upon
them may be combatted until they
have an opportunity to return to the
fields and raise a crop for the ensu-
ing year.
To Give What Aid May 6e Asked
II any factions now disturbing the
country show an unwillingness to al
low the Red Cross to proceed with
the work, or should attempt to divert
foodstuffs from the civilians to the
soldiers, then it is known that the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-05-31
5erfnany's Reply To u. S. Note
Brings on Very Grave Situation

soldiers by destroying ammunition in
tended for the enemy.
American Law Provisions
The British shipping company must
nave been aware of the danger to which
the passengers aboard the Lusitania
were exposed under these conditions.
The company in embarking them, not
withstanding this attempted deliberately
to use the lives of American citizens as
protection for the ammunition aboard
and acted against the clear provisions of
the American law, which expressly pro-
hibits the forwarding of passengers on
ships carrying ammunition and provides
a penalty therefor
Company Guilty"
The company, therefore is wantonlv
guilty Oh the death of so many passen-
gers.
There can be no doubt, according to
the definite report of the submarine's
commander, which is further confirmed
by all other information. that the quick
sinking of the Lusitania is primarily at.
tributable to the explosion Of the ammu.
milton shipment caused by a torpedo
The Lusitania's passengers would other.
wise. in all human probability. have been
saved.
THE Imperial! government considers
the above mentioned facts important
enough to recommend them to the atten-
tative examination of the American gov.
eminent.
The Imperial government, while with
holding its final decision on the demands
advanced in connection with the sinking
of the Lusitania until receipt of an an
swer from the American government
feels impelled III conclusion, to recall
here and now that 1t took cognizance
with satisfaction Of the mediatory pro-
posals submitted by the United States
government to Berlin and London as a
basis for a modus vivendi for conduct
ing the maritime warfare between Ger
many and Great Britain. The Imperial
government, by it's readiness to enter up
on a discussions Of these proposals. then
demonstrated it's good intentions in am
pie fashion. The realization of these
proposals were defeated. as is well
known by the decitnatory attitude Of the
British governments.
The undersigned takes occasion, ct
cetera.
"JAGOW."
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WINTHROP

Hon. and Mrs. L T. Carleton and;
son left for Bangor Saturday. They
will pass Sunday with relatives there.
going to Castine Monday. where Mrs.
carleton will deliver the Memorial
day address.
George Gordon and family Of Ever
ett' Mass, are visiting relatives in
town.
Mr.. and Mrs. William Bell left ON
Saturday for their honeymoon trim to-
Richmond. Va.
Miss Lizzie Fairbanks Of Portland
is visiting friends and relatives in
town.
Mr.. and Mrs. Lawrence Bishop of
Auburn are the guests Of relatives.
Dorothy Webb and Violet French
are at home from Colby College over
the holiday.
Mr.. and Mrs. A. M. W. Smith Of
Lancaster, N. H., are in town, called
by the death of Mrs. Smiths father,
Henry Woodward.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ed Soper Of Augusta
visited relatives in West Winthrop
over the holiday.
The funeral services Of the late Henry
Woodward were held from the residence
Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock. The serve
ices were conducted by Rev. John wris.
ton assisted by Rev. e. 8. Longlsy.
There was large gathering OF friends
and neighbors. and a profusion Of floral
tributes. The services were simple, but
in keeping with the great respect Of all
for the deceased. Interment was in
Maple Cemetery.
Kent's Hill End defeated Winthrop
High Saturday afternoon at Winthrop by
= score Of to 5. Fortier and Bisson.
nette were the Winthrop battery.
Memorial Day will be observed today
in the usual way. Exercises by the
school children will be held at the SOL
diers' monument followed by an grafton
by Mr.. Fisher at town hall. Music BY
the Winthrop Band and Apollo mails
quartet.
Kent's Hill VI. the Winthrop Trolley
League promises to be a big drawing
card at the ball grounds this afternoon.
auckland will pitch for Winthrop and q
strong lineup will be presented.
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President will give the 80 per cent
of the people any assistance they may
ask to rid themselves Of the interna,
enemies
1t is believed here that the time
will not come when it will be neces-
sary for the President to put an army
across the border-that is an army Of
any great size-because he expects
that stiffening Of the peaceful Mex
lean backbone by the realization that
the United States will support those
people in restoring order will result
in cessation Of the present conflict
The Administration has reason to
believe that when Villa and Carran-
"a finally realize that they have tried
the patience Of the United States to
the breaking point and that they can
receive no support from their own
people against the humanitarian pro-
jects OF the United States, they will
abandon their present tactics.
Other Uses for American Army
1t can be stated positively that the
President has no intention of involv-
ing the United States in Mexico in
such a manner that any position this
country finally takes in relation to
Germany might be jeopardized there
by.
In other words. the small Ameri-
can Army will not be diverted to
Mexico when a possibility exists that
it may be called upon to act as &.
nucleus for an American Army of l.
100000 or 100000 men which might
be needed to support the Presidents
demands on Germany that her sub :
marine warfare shall cease SO far as
innocent non-combatants are con-