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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-15
CROssET SHOE FACTORY, AUGUSTA

the old Virginia style. and there was
no stint Of merrymaking at the White
House.
The Polk administration reverted 10
tire GRIM and practical idea Of John
Quincy Adams Perhaps it was not
economy that changed the Christmas
celebration AT the White House; it is
a:rcrlt TO doAne the reason why Pres.
ident Polk die not make the holidays
q festive event in the executive man
sion: it may have been the tompo:a-
ment Of the chief executive; perhaps
it was because Mrs Polk did not be-
lieve in the CAV and festive way OF
celebrating the holidays as, according
to intimate history, she did not.
President Zachary Taylor. brilliant
figure in military history, who had nc
chance whatever il the social history
Of the White House. because he died
in little more than year after ne
had taken his seat as president OF
the United States, and spent only one
Christmas in the White House, be
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-15

in large sections OF the United States
as we'll as in other countries where
the Old Puritan element nredoniIated,
says an exchange. Even as late as
the COS all through New England
Christmas rs a holiday was oustcd
by New Year's. except in Catholic or
Episcopel families.
The Old hatreds growing out of the
wars OF the Reformation, both or the
continent and in Great Britain, for
centuries practically abrogated this
annual festival wherever the Puritan
element or its posterity was the dom.
mating factor in the community. The
following from Edward Eggleston's
Transit of Civilization,' will give
something of an idea of the eclipse
which darkened the Joyous holiday
history of the United States:
in 1870 the Massachusetts legisla-
ture ordained that the mere abstain
ing from labor on December 25 should
be a penal oHense. The observance
of Christmas was held Objectionable
not only because it afforded opportu1-
ity for the playing of games and pro
family but because Christmas observ,
ance was ubiquitous on its own &C.
count. for ell honoring Of days. times
or seasons other than the Sabbath
seemed to the fine spun Puritan mind
q masked idolatry. The strict Puritan
Sabbath, first rigidly enforced in Eng
land and Scotland, was early trans
planted IN New England, where its
observance was, under similar penal
ties, made as strictly compulsory as
was the nonobservance Of Christmas
One Of the old as well as the mod
ern features OF the Christmas service
was its magnificent music. But dur.
ing the Puritan eclipse not only
Christmas music, but practically all
church music worthy the name, dis
appeared.
AS the religious pre1udices and
hatreds. born in prosecutions, softened
with time, the Christmas festival grew
IN favor even throughout the hostile
communities Of both Great Britain and
America.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-15
CRPlsTMhs VISION

On Christmas eve ',nil al the joyous g,ee
That II my righteousness surrounded me.
happened by some chance 70 turn mine
eye
Out through a w!ndow-wreath that hung
near oy.
And as I glanced through it into the
night
I seemed to see, 1T by some holy light.
A childish face with wistful, smiling lips
That thrilled me TO ny very flnger-t!ps.
Two eager hands stretched forth called
rs in stress,
TO me to carry help to Helplessness.
And in the sad eyes Of that child I saw
In ali its loveliness the Christmas Law
Not a command no everlasting Must
Upon Reluctance for its teaching thrust
Bur just = pleading hint to him who runs
That all who suffer are Coo S Little Ones.
And then the picture in the wreath was
gone,
Ana in us place the Eastern Star-oeams
shOne-
The same that nineteen centuries aso
Led on tie WISE Men with their heavenly
glow;
And cen as they wandered through the
drifts
And into lowly places carried gifts
TO cheer. and give release. and pay my
Unto my Lord through them that suffer
rue.
John Kendrick bangs in scribner's
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-15

had neither heart nor the slightest in
ciination for holiday celebrations, yet
he pulled himself together at Christ
mas time, and saw to it that the day
meant something happy to those in
the White House.
In the meantime the Monroe admin.
istration was marked by nothing in
the way OF holiday celebrations be-
yond what was conventionally pre-
scribed, and after President Jackson
efforts at keeping the spirit of Christ
mas in spite Of his own personal sor-
rows, President Harrison did not live
to see a Christmas in the White
House.
Mrs. Tyler lived to celebrate only
one Christmas in the White House.
After his second marriage the Tyler
administration was noted for it's bril-
liant entertainments. Whether 1t was
Christmas or any other time OF the
year, Inequalities were dispensed IN
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-15

a.A colr daughters. and during his
ao,ra administrator Iartha. tie cid
Isl was the head OF her fathers
h,.sa4alI and made Christmas tEc
,aa-y "a festive occasion it was de-
s.tye. " be from that time when the
star 500. still above the nanser i'll
bethlehem,
There were trees. and decorations,
and all sorts Of entertainments Tor the
children OF the official families, as well
as gifts fer the poor Of the capital.
Although the Madisons did not
spend all Of their Christmases in the
White House, on account of the little
historical interruption by the British,
when they occupied other quarters for
time. the brilliant Dolly managed
record ior holiday hospitality anc
merrvnak.ng that has never been sur
passed
When Andrew Jackson came to the
White House he was bowed and bro
Zen BY the death Of his wife and de-
Pressed by political animosities. he
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-15
\ TIE I.'HIIE: HOUSE
INV Presidents Of Past Enjoyed
Christmas Holidays.
,..bration by John Quincy Adams
," e.,,vse He Rc5ardod Religious
Festival as 4 Foolish
Extrav1 sance.
rroRDING to history the only

rcoRDING to history the only
n president of the United States
~ who did not celebrate Christmas
..ocause he regarded it as a foolish
.v,rsyagance) was John Quincy Ad-
~. the most economical man
s s IN public life
MIS- John Adams, the wife of the
...o,d president Of the United States,
~ most discouraging time trying
:. make merry in the White House
wing the Christmas holidays. (She
~.s the first wife of president to
..,a,-ate Christmas in the executive
1,,sjon in Washington, for the presi-
law, and Mrs Washington were al
-ars at Mount Vernon for the Holt
isrs) She had no dominating sense
;, ecoromv. but it was the White
r1onse itself that was shabby, and
rt-stmas reception given to the mem
ss-s Of congress by the president
r-oyed from her point Of view, to be
3 ghastly failure.
President Jefferson was a widower
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-15

queathed his administration to the
Fillmores. people pitiably distin'
guished by sorrow and in no way
adapted to the social obligations OF
the great national responsibility OF
sustaining the political and social OBJ
legations of the White House.
Shortly after becoming president,
someone writes Of President Fillmore,
his wife died. and year later a
daughter. an only child. passed to the
great eternity
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-15
We spend too much time wonder

We spend too much time wonder
ing what the new year will bring US.
1t Is better to ask ourselves what
we are going to make of it. Life
does not come in sealed packages,
ready for use when opened. Time
is only it's raw material, and from
it we can make very much what we
choose. Instead Of waiting for some
prize to drop into our hands. let US
selze the days as they pass and
mold them into forms of usefulness
and beauty.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-15

STYLISH CARVING SETS 7sc to SO
Such gifts appreciated by those who admire
attractive table. S3.25 buys high grade set
steel with stag handle and sterling silver ferrues.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-15
A. Christmas Time.

II the mother of the family is very
busy person, and If the trimming Of
the Christmas tree seems one thing
too much, try giving the kiddies the
fun of trimming it themselves. This.
Of course, applies only to the children
who have grown out of the baby stage.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-15

We've Shoes for Bust
ness or Dress wear. also
Dancing Pumps. Storm
Shoes. Storm Rubbers or
Arctics. Handsome House
Slippers, and Moccasin
Slippers, etc, etc.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-15
To Hama in Guest Room.

Sleep sweet within this quiet room.
o thou, whoe'er thou art.
And let no sad, dull yesterday
Disturb thy quiet heart.
Forget thyself and all the world,
Put out each Pickering light.
His star is shining overhead.
Bright Christmas, dear-good night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-15
One Drawback.

At the same time, the man who does
his Christmas shopping early, VIII lind
it all the harder to hide mis- purchases
from the prying eyes OF the kids.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-15
WHAT NEW ENGLAND MISSED
Not Until Late In the '6cs Was o.
servance Of Christmas Fes.
tIvaI General.

General as are today both the re-
ligious and secular observance OF the
Christmas festival it is barely half
century since Christmas was tabooed
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-15
The mistletoe could tell some
funny tales had it the gift OF
speech.

Shortest Reference to Christmas.
December 25th-Rained all day"
This is the shortest reference to
Christmas in any book. II is the only
entry under that date in the diary of
our old friend Robinson Crusoe.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1915-11-10
Methodist Episcopal Church Notes.

Remember the prayer meeting to-
night. Each one helping will make it
an inspiring service.
Sunday services. Sermon bv the
pastor at l.3O, subject, "The World s
Greatest Enemy" in observance of
the Worlds Temperance Sunday.
Bible school following to which the
congregation is invited, and any
strangers. Junior League at 8 o'clock.
Plans are fast shaping to make this
most interesting and helpful hour.
The evening service at 7.15 is to be
union temperance service under the
direction of the w. c. T. u. A varied
program of songs and recitations will
be given which all will enjoy hearing.
The ladies of the church serve their
annual chicken pie supper in the vestry
Thursday from o'clock until all are
The Book and Thimble club met
Nov. 8 with Mrs. Bean, 81 present.
The following program was given
Critical Survey of the Books of 1914.
49," Mrs. Caroline Austin "American
Magazines and their Place in Litera-
ture," Miss Giles; "Sketch of Robert
Frost" Mrs. Badger; poem by Frost,
Mrs. Taplin'; piano solo, Mrs. Grace
Donaldson. The next meeting. Nov,
II will be held with Mrs. O. w. Locke.
Gentlemen's night in the Canadian
Circle, which was observed Wednesday
evening. Nov. 3, at the home of Mr..
and Mrs. Frank Hardy, was a very
enjoyable affair. About fifty couples
were present and fine program of
music, reading and patriotic songs of
both nations were given. The rooms
were prettily decorated with flags and
maple leaves. Refreshments consist
ing of ice cream, cake and coffee were
served. 49,. .....
A noteworthy characteristic of the
late Portus B. Bayley was his devo-
ton to his wife through more than Is
years of invalidism. Such cheerful
and affectionate attention under trying
conditions is rare and precious mem
DRY. 1t Was therefore blessed COM
fort to Mrs. Bayley that she was able
to minister to her husbands needs
during his weeks of illness. Only one
thing seemed lacking in his life, an
open dedication of himself to God and
confession of faith in Christ as Saw
Jour, a step which he definitely took
some weeks before the end came.
which meant victory over the last
enemy, death. s'r :.-
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1915-11-10

The Philathea class was entertained
at the home of Mrs. = L. K. Heath
on Thursday evening with Miss
Bernice Lincoln as hostess. Mrs.
Grace Donaldson = favored the COM
pany with instrumental music Miss
Lila McMullen read a letter from
Miss Briggs, former teacher in Or
leans, who has been teaching in the
Peabody Home for Crippled EChildren.
The young ladies are contributing
some fancy articles for fair to be
held the first week in December in
Boston for this institution. Miss
Lincoln read an address given in mem.
Dry of Miss Edith Cavell, the English
heroine, who recently gave her life
Germans. Mrs. Smithers explained
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1915-11-10

some things about the Pbilatbea Bible
class movement. Mrs. Heath and Miss
Lincoln served dainty refreshments
which brought to a close a very
pleasant evening
The November meeting of the w.
F. M, society was held with Mrs. J.
E. Lyon. The first chapter of the new
study book, 1.-The Kings Highway"
was taken up. with Mrs. J. H Bart
lett, leader, after the devotions and
business. Mrs. Fred Hunt was first
on the program, who told us about
cold Trails and Their Makers" Next
came Mrs. Goodnough with "a High
way in the Nile Country" Mrs.
Gilmour read about 1.-THE Little Daugh-
tiers of Islam," and Mrs. Dickens
favored US with a solo, Don't You
Mind the Sorrows" Miss Mae Wiley
gave "A Modern Apostle to the Mos
lems," followed by can Unmet
Need" by Mrs. A. w. Wiley. Mrs.
Jenness read, "Leaves from Diary"
The program closed with a pleasing
piano solo by Mrs. Grace Donaldson.
Mrs. Lyon. assisted by her daughters,
served delicious refreshments. The
Christmas meeting will be in the
church parlors with the w Ell. M. S.,
as guests.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1915-11-10
Orleans News Page
News and Views from this
Hustling Village
CONGREGATIONAL Church Notes.

The mid-week service will be held in
the chapel tonight at 7.3O. The SER
vice for the past few weeks has
proven especially interesting. We
hope this one may be equally So.
Come. Morning worship Sunday at
the usual hour. In place of the SER
mon by the pastor we expect an
address by missionary recently from
Turkey. All will surely be glad of
the opportunity to get first-hand
information from that land of such
great interest at present.
The Sunday school will meet at the
close of morning worship. Lesson
topic, "Daniel in the Kings Court. -
Glasses for all ages. Join one.
A class composed of men to take up
series of topics under the general
theme of Christian Citizenship is be-
ing organized. A book entitled 1.-THE
Making of a Nation" prepared by
Prof. Kent, whom many know and
Prof. jerks, will be used as basis for
the studies. Meetings will be held in
the chapel during the noon hours Sum
days. Prof. Fletcher Of the high
charge. Several came together for
signified their purpose to come in
later We want to see all the men in
the parish who are not already in
any of the classes in the Sunday school
in this organization and believe they
will enjoy it and be profted by it. Be
on hand Sunday if possible. 1..
The Sunday evening church. service
will be omitted this week on account
of union service to be held in the
M. E. church under the auspices of the
w. C. T. U. in observance of Worlds
Temperance Sunday.
The song service Sunday night was
exceptionally enjoyable and there was
a large company present. All the num-
bers by the choir were of high order
and well rendered. The old hymns
by the congregation led by the choir
proved also of great interest. We
hope for another similar service in the
near future. ..
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1915-11-10
Klein Bros & Hengler's Greater Masto.
don Ministries.

No other minstrel organization exer-
cises the care in the selection of it's
comedians, dancers and singers as does
the management of the above attrac-
ton. Such renowned comedians as
Carl Ritter, who is the dancing pro-
Queer of this show, as we'll as Joe
Davis, Lew Bligh, Jack Curtin and
Lew Van, group of comedians and
merry-makers who keep things in an
uproar. are all artists in their respec-
reputation of Messrs. Klein Bros. &
Hengler's Minstrel production. The
clever work of the ends is absolutely
original and the songs, the very last
offerings. This great show is sched-
uled at the opera hall for Friday even
ing.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1915-11-10
ORLEANS

Additional Orleans locals and adver-
Using on page six.
Frances, daughter of C. S. Stevens,
is sick with measles.
Fred Lothrop of West Lebanon, N.
H., has been visiting here.
Mrs. A. O. Austin and son. Perry,
are visiting at Natick, Mass.
Will Sylvester has installed a new
pool table In his barber shop.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1915-11-10
FURS! FURS!
Scarfs, Muffs
and Children's Sets

Many raw furs are higher, many
manufacturers have advanced
prices. Ours were bought early
and will be sold lower than present
purchases would permit. .
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1915-11-10

I will pay SI.oo to the first per-
son returning Cash Receipt 1888,
1867, 1888, 5000, oIo2, or 257.
Mrs. Edwin Wheeler returned oIo4
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1915-03-13
POTASH 8 PERLMUTTER COMING,
The Play That Took New York and
CHICAGO by Storm-March 23.

The Play That Took New York and
Chicago by storm-Mareh Is.
Ever since Potash & Perlmutter"
took New York by storm and began a
record breaking run ut the Conan
theater there, managers and play
wrights have been trying to analytic
this remarkable dramatic production In
the hope Of discovering Just what lit
erary ingredients brought about its
remarkable success. ''It such play
could do such enormous business why
couldn't another lust like II do equally
well?" they asked, but all the expert
dissection in the world failed to reveal
the divine spark of success, and, like
Humpty Dumpty altho one might cas-
lily enough take Potash s. Perlmutter"
apart "all the kin's horses and all the
kings men" couldn't put 1t together
again to make duplicate success.
Potash & Permutter" Is unique. No
play has ever before attained such i'm
mediate and enormous popularity and
the announcement that manager "A. III.
Woods will present 1t at the Odeon
Tuesday, March %. Is sure to be well
coined by the theater-goers who have
long been waiting a visit from Mr..
Montague Glass famous characters
Odoop
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1915-03-13
SIMEON W. ELLIOTT DEAD.
We'll known Resident Of Liscomb Sue
cumhs TO Iona Illness.


After an illness of seven months,
during which time he was suffering
with creeping paralysis, Simeon w.
Elliott, aged 55, well-known farmer
living two and one-half miles east OF
Liscomb, died at 1885 this morning.
Mr.. Elliott had been a resident of Lis
comb and its vicinity foS the past
thirty five years. He was born in La
dora, April 10. 1859. On March 9, 1850.
he was united In marriage with Belle
Elliott, and settled near L.scomb as
soon as he was married. He leaves his
wife and four sons, Charles, OF Green
Mountain; Fred, Of Liscomb; and Bert
and Melvin at home. Besides the chill
dren he has six sisters. Masdames T. 5.
Elliott, Of Albion; T. NJ. Blakely. De-
fiance. and C. A. clifford, Milroy Gift
ford, Maud Higgins, and Dolly Ewalt,
all of Liscomb. There is also one
brother. Roy Elliott. Of Eldora.
Mr. Elliott was a member OF the
Christian church and the Odd Fellows
lodge. The funeral will probably be
held Tuesday.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1915-03-13
Take Caro- Of the Eyes.

Neglect calls for big price, II 1t Is
the case of your eyes. Never fail to
give the eyes the proper care. For in
stance when your eyes are tired and
show it by feeling heavy, and strained,
then It is time they have wash. See
DR.. Singleton and he will prescribe an
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1915-03-13
CHARLES CHAPMAN DEAD.

Son Of o. s. Chapman, Of Bromley,
Succumbs to Tuberculosis.
After an illness Of two years Charles
Chapman, aged SO. son Of Q. s. Chap
man, Of Bromley. died at 1885 this
morning Of pulmonary tuberculosis. Mr..
Chapman was born in Bromley Nov. 81.
1881, and had lived there all his life.
He leaves besides his parents wife
and two little children, Irene, aged 2,
and Bernice, aged 10 months.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1915-03-13
Local Weather Record.

Thirty seven and IL were the ex-
tremes OF temperature Friday. COM
pared with 35 and ~, the maximum
and minimum Thursday. and 81 and 20.
the range year ago Friday. At Z
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1915-03-13
Netics.

"A All persons having machinery be-
longing to Taylor township will return
same to township clerk. BY order OF
trustees.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1915-03-13
Movx rs y Rst,ALLrown.I

Frarbk Z. Keith and Family Come Hsrs
From WerthinSton, Mimi.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Il Keith. SON
and daughter. Of Worthington, Mimi,
have come to this city to make their
home. Mr.. Keithsshas bought the
Colonial Theater. He has been in the
moving picture business in Worthing-
ton. Y
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1915-03-13

The bible study department Of the
woman's Club viii meet Monday at
ternoon at the public library
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1915-03-13

Tuesday, March 1s. the Simon Style
Shop will have It's opening in the mil
linery and the cloak and suit depart
ment.
In the millinery department Miss
Gertrude Peterson has full charge. Miss
Peterson will display beautiful array
Of the latest in spring fashions In
ladies', misses and children's millinery.
The millinery is direct from the east
and 1t prices that win meet the ap-
prevail Of the masses.
In the cloak and suit department the
finest and most complete lines of ready
.to-wear garments for ladies' and misses
will be shown. - = -
Both stores will be open Tuesday
evening. Sinon.s Style Shop. 18A and
1Se East Main street.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1915-03-13
FALLING TREE HITS MAN.

James Bates, Of Near liscomb, Has
Narrow Escape Wednesday.
While telling tree on his farm four
miles southeast Of Liscomb Wednes-
day afternoon, James Bates was struck
on the head by the tree, which fell be-
fore Bates expected it to. His ear was
very nearly torn off, and he was badly
bruised about the body.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1915-03-13

Painters Talks Notice.
Smoker. Every member requested g
be present at hail. 1880 p. m. March ~
1915. Local union No. ~. J. =. 1Ad.
cliff Secretary.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1915-03-13

Select your paper Of Everist. Secure
your date and no waiting. work done
when promised. Everist.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1915-03-13

w. M. Talbot, Of Oskaloosa, was q
business caller in the city Friday.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1915-03-13

Mrs. g. II. Stouffer Of State Center,
was Friday visitor in the city.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1915-03-13

Eggs 1s cents per dozen, two dozen
rs cents: REYNOLDS & Sheldon.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1915-03-13

Miss Jessie Hunt. Of Minneapolis,
who has been visiting at the homo Of
her, cousin. Fred. Lantz, left Friday eve
ming for her home.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1915-03-13
Bijou Dream
TONIGHT
SOUTH THIRD AVENUE

TONIGHT
THE CRICKET ON the HEARTH
f,-Biograph-Two reels.
THE DEMON OF RAILS Kalem.
YOU NEVER CAN TELL-selig
Farce comedy.
OFFICER JlM-Lubin- Three parts.
Good comedy.