davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
ANIMAL MEETING OF
SONS OF VETERANS

The adjourned annual meeting of
the Waterville Sons of the American
Revolution was held at the historical
rooms in the Library building Tuesday
evening. The meeting was presided
over by Capt. Silas Adams. The sec
retary's and treasurer report were
read and accepted. followed by the
consideration of several matters OF
routine business. after which these
officers and committees were elected:
President, Capt. Silas Adams; vice
president, Horace Purinton: secretary
and treasurer. Rev. Edwin c. White
more: committee on memorials. Ever
EFT r. Drlmmond. Frank Redington.
DIR. Z. P. Fish; committee on mem
bership. DR.. J. Frederick Hill. Fran
els NJ. Wheeler. G. ". Toppan: COM
mittee on program. Capt Silas Adams
and Rev. Dr. Whittemore.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
COMPANY H. HOLDS
BALL IN ARMORY

A large gathering which numbered
many of the local dancing fraternity as
well as a great number Of the friends of
Waterville soldier lads was present at
the Armory Tuesday evening, the occa-
sion being the military ball under the
auspices of Company H. Second Regi-
Ynent. National Guard Of the State of
Maine.
The music for the occasion was fur
nishcd by the Taconnet Orchestra, which
did itself proud for the occasion. 1t was
long past midnight when the excellent
dance order and several extras was fin
ished, and the guests wended their way
homeward having enjoyed a delightful
evening.
The committee in charge consisted Of
Capt William H. Murray, Lieuts, O'Don-
nell and Rogers, Sergt Lightbody and
Private Thomas.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
OAKLAND

number OF the members Of the Wo-
mans Relief Corps went to the home of
Mrs. Lizzie Hodsdon Monday evening to
help celebrate the anniversary of her
birthday. A very enjoyable evening was
passed. One feature of the occasion was
the presentation of a birthday cake.
bordered with a fringe OF the national
colors and in the center were two NINA
ture flags. Refreshments appropriate to
St. Valentines day were served.
Mrs. Thomas Bates has gone to Bing.
ham to visit friends.
Roland Morse and Mrs. George Col
lins, both of Madison are visiting at
the home Of =. II. Oliver.
Archie Bachelor, brakeman on the
yard shifter, fell Tuesday, while at
work and cut his knee very badly.
Henry Smell Of Waterville, n. H, is
visiting friends for a short time
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
SITUATION UP
TO ENGLAND
SAY GERMANS

Berlin, Feb. 16.-Vi& London, 1139 A
M.-The Cologne Gazette commenting to-
day on the diplomatic situation which
has arisen out of Germany declaration
of g. marine war zone around England
says that the American note to Great
Britain contains a demand the grant
ing Of which would at once remove or
reduce to small proportions all danger
to American shipping. If Great Britain
abandoned the use Of the Stars and
Stripes few ships would car this ban
ner in the war zone waters. To recog-
nize ship as American would be equiva-
lent to knowing her as a neutral
The Cologne Volks Zeitung says Ger
many must wait patiently and show
that Feb Is will be day Of bitter earn
est.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17

Waste. stoH f'eb. ls.-Ambassador
os-@-a ( Berlin today reported on his
@.erna. conferences with the German
~3-...,..r. I't. Won Bethmann- Hollwes'
~a .ta.r rlGA German officials since the
o-''Fer1 @. me american note warning
''rrnl4:y a-ainst submarine attacks on
a:ae~.cat. vessels
lie ambassador made no mention OF
a5' J-,ter"uce with Emperor William
ana Was Unable TO determine the trend
% German official opinion For the
most par those with whom ne con
--r-vI We're ucn-Committal and reserved,
"A'': Is not unusual IN advance OF the
-'4';.-;g OF diplomatic communication.
Friendly Attitude Of Officials
-"ro-sao1. the conference, however,
@s am! assador reported. he observed
'Heac,y feeling on the part df officials
)" contrast to the rather antagonistic Ut
'r7atces Of the German press. The am
'sssa12- transmitted some OF the edito-
-.a,s
officials here continue to decline to
0->1uss The situation TO any extent. No
80 AN Aii&SNc ~ NOe11h 11>4A
S'oF.i : note Of Yesterday until reply
-@S oee1 received from Berlin to the
american note sent through Ambassador
e'afd. Both communications will be
'sa'' Win In another note from the Unit
- States, i was understood, taking up
'';'e- tna questions of the war zones
"-'a especially the proposal of Germany
- S'reW mines in the new war zones.
Strewina Of Mines
H.-2er;o the United States has declared
80 inability TO make protests against
'.7 s'rewing % mines IN the North Sea
~ eont-aventon Of International law be-
)" use the american government was I'M
'5-e 70 learn which beINgerent was re-
s'''S'ole for the act. The announce
''7-' Of Germanys intention to strew
'''Aes, especially if they are floating and
-''' anchored. may reopen the entire
N'eS'lon. Il was said. by some officials,
tNoQSh the administration opinion has
~. ~. developed finally Oh that phase OF
Ms question
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
GERMAN THANKING SUCCESSES IN
THEEAST-- INTEREST IN BLOCKADE

London, Feb. 16.-The general often
sive of the Teutonic allies along the
extended eastern front is continuing
successfully on both flanks, judging
from reports reaching London, but
without any visible forward move
ment on the front toward Warsaw "
in the Carpathians.
The Bucharest report that the Aus {.
TRANS have reoccupied Czernowitz. the
capital Of Buffowina, has not been re-
ceived from any other source, but Pc
rograd admits officially that the Aus
TRANS are still advancing in Buko-
wilma in considerable force and that
desperate fighting marks the opera
lions in the passes of the Carpathians.
but where the Russians are claiming
minor successes resulting in the cap
ture of men and munitions of war.
In East Prussia the Russians have
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
INNOVATIONS FOR
BLUE RIBBON RACES
OF GRAND CIRCUIT

Detroit, Mich, Feb. 1.-THE Detroi.
portant innovation for the annual Blue
Ribbon Grand Circuit race meeting
here July 81 to 81 next. The Mer-
chants and Manufacturers $4,000
stake. considered the classic Of the
trotting event of the turf, is changed
from the 2:14 to the 2:os trotting
class. The Chamber Of Commerce
stake. the principal pacing event. has
been moved from the 2:13 to the 2:07
class. These changes are made to
provide for the fast record horses and
create a home market for them now
that the foreign market is closed
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
WOMAN BADLY INJURED BY
BEING STRUCK BY TROLLEY CAR

Mrs. Emma Corbin of No. Pine
street, Waterville, was struck by the
Waterville and Oakland electric car.
due in Waterville at o'clock Tuesday
night, while walking on Western ave
nue. at a point about opposite the res
idence of Howard c. Morse, and sus-
tanned two fractured ribs and several
bruises, none of which injuries were
believed to be serious.
Mrs. Corbin. WHO is a daughter of
Rev. Isaac LaF'leur, had been calling
on Mrs. James MCGEE Of Western av-
enue, and was returning home. The
sidewalk in that section was not in
condition for pedestrians and Mrs.
Corbin had followed the example of
others and was walking in the street
beside the car track, and was going
in the same direction as the car. The
car was in charge Of Motorman Lam
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17

1t was a rip-roaring success, that
minstrel show given in the City Opera
house Tuesday evening by the stu
dents Of the Waterville High school.
First in point Of attendance, a large
and representative audience being
present in spite of attractions else
where. Bernard O'Donnell, one Of the
most popular of the local High school
lads was interlocutor. and never once
looked bored when the end men got
away with a local hit that was more
or less at his expense. The musical
numbers showed painstaking care on
the part Of the principals and Harry
A. Smith. who directed the produc-
ton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
WASHINGTON AWAITS ATTITUDE
OF ENGLAND IN maze OF EVENTS

Washington, Feb. Rehabilitation Of
Great Britan's attitude toward Germa-
ny's proposal. made through the United
States, to drop her plan to destroy enc
NY merchant ships by submarine and
sea mine campaign in British waters if
Great Britain would permit food cargoes
to pass unmolested to the German civil
ian population, was awaited with keen
interest by officials here today.
Germany's proposal was put forward
by the German ambassador here. Count
Won Bernstorff, in note TO the Ameri-
can state department, which Immediate
ly transmitted the proposal to London.
Almost simultaneously the state depart
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17

ers which sailed from mere during the
past fortnight. are not due TO reach
their destinations in England or Scol-
land before Feb. is. the day the war
zone around the British Isles will be
established by Germany. One of these
vessels. the Pretorian, scheduled to ar
rive a; Gi&scow on Feb. IS. carries
passengers The others have miscel-
laneous cargoes. mostly foodstuffs.
Thes, are the john Bake due at
Manchester Feb. IS: the Devonian. due
al Liverpool, Feb 20, the Ninian. due
at Manchester. Feb. u: the Anglican
at London. Feb. -. and the Leo, due
al Glasgow. Feb. %.
The Dunsley viii sail with freight
for Liverpool tomorrow. No orders
Rave been received by local agents u
withhold or refuse cargo offerings.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17

farm machinery.
reasonable allowance for deprecia-
uon will be allowed on farm building.
other than the owners dwelling, on farm
machinery and other physical property.
A person cultivating or operating a
farm for recreation or pleasure on a ba-
SIS other than the recognized principles
OF commercial farming. the result OF
which is continual loss from year to
year, the decision adds, is not regard
ed as farmer. In such cases if the
expenses incurred in connection with the
farm are in excess of the receipts there
from. the entire receipts from sale or
products may be ignored IN rendering a
return of income. and the expenses in
Cured being regarded as personal ex-
penses will not constitute allowable de-
ductions in the return Of income derived
from other sources"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17

not yet regained their fortified lines
and the German advance. while not
checked. seems to British observers
TO be progressing with less speed.
Reports from the western front ara
that the sole activity consists IN ar
tillery engagements. in which the
guns of the allies have been success
full in silencing batteries northeast OF
Ypres and destroying German trenches
at Beaurins.
In diplomatic circles the reply OF
Germany TO notes from neutral powers
concerning Germanys proposed marine
war zone are awaited with interest:
Great Britain's reply concerning the
use of neutral flags is given second
airy Importance. The German press Is
limiting that satisfactory assurance by
Great Britain on the question Of neu-
trail flags would constitute the best
safeguard to American shipping.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
FIVE CARGOES FROM
PORTLAND MENACED

Portland. Me. Feb. 1G-Five freight
steamships with cGrgoes which INCLUDE
nearly 1000. 600 bushels Of grain. have
steamer from Portland since Feb. 6
for England and Scotland and are due
on or after Feb Is to be within the
war zone declared by Germany around
the British Isles. One passenger
steamer. the iceland. is expected to
reach Liverpool tomorrow night. The
others are the Riverton, which lef.
Feb. for Avonmouth; the Terdua,
Feb. 10 for Glasgow; the Glenstrae,
Feb. II for London: the Cairntorr, Feb.
IS for Dunstan. and the Noya, which
left yesterday for Avonmouth.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17

son Skillings and Conductor Guy
Small. and Superintendent John Pierce
was in the vestibule with the motor
man. AS the car approached the MOS
tornan sounded his gong and Mrs.
Corbin. according to Supt. Pierce.
was seen to waver slightly. The car
was brought to an immediate stop but
not before Mrs. Corbin had been
struck by the step and knocked down.
Supt. Pierce jumped off the forward
end of the car and carried her into
the vestibule. where she tainted away.
She was taken to the Office Of Dr. E.
w. Boyer, where attention was given
to her injuries, and later she was TAX
en- to her home. She appeared to be
in a dazed condition for some time
after the collision, but it was the
opinion of DR.. Boyer that she would
soon recover.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17

ment sent a telegram to the British
government submitting evidence by own
ers of the American steamer Wilhelmina
that the vessels food cargo, now held
for a British prize court. is destined for
German non-combatan,s and suggesting
that it be permitted to go forward.
The situation, already complicated, de-
veloped a new phase with the announce.
nent yesterday in the House of Com
mons by Winston Spencer Churchill first
lord of the British admiralty, that Great
Britain is considering even more strin-
gent measures to prevent Germany from
receiving food supplies from other coun-
tries.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
Distribution of Feed

The situation in Belgium and in Ge--
many proper were in this respect hcll
by state department officials to he an
alaCoUs. 1t was revealed. however. that
before Ministe, Nhitiock and American
organizations were permitted TO super
Use the distribution OF fooi supplies
in Belgium. the consent q Germany as
Vel as Greet Britain had been obtained.
For a neutral government either directly
or indirectly a.-sis. the civilian pJpula-
ton Of a belLgerent 70 obtain supplies
without the consent o. the other uelliE-
ere-lts Houll be unneEtral according 10
TIE Wow OF the American officials So
scTupu,ousiy has this principle been
maintained il was revealed at the state
it 1artment today, that even II the trans
mission of food st4ffs acrung from
american investment - persons Of Ger
man or Aus rian nationality abroad 10
step had been taken without HE plcvi-
Gus know ledge and consent of the Allies
and : ice versa.
rut. while the situation presents MAN.
Gi!r1cul.ics, officials are still hopeful that
an understanding on the question Of
fOoGStuh5 VIII te reached which may
avert thc necessity which Germany de-
clsred will insure for making war on
enemy merchant ships.
The British government, for instance,
has made its position clear on the prin-
,ip!es under which conditions contra
nand Will not be interfered with when
destined to civilians IN an enemy coln-
Try; while the German government mas
stated that if il can get cood supply
for lis civilian population, it will re-
ceGe from its submarine campaign.
These declarations contain no concur
renee of views. but officials say there
is always the possibility that through
the good ofioes of an Intermediary a
ground for understanding may be
reached.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17

contrary is preparing to tighten the re-
strictions upon freight movements to-
wards that country. Statements in Par
Lament also have indicated that it is the
determination of Great Britain TO make
repTisals if Germany enforces her threat
to destroy merchant ships together with
their crews.
should the efforts of the commission
for the relief OF Belgium buy the cargo
Of the Wihelmina fail, the evidence of
the owners that the food is destined to
the civil population of Germany alone
probably would be submitted TO the
prize court. 1t is considered unlikely,
however. that any evidence could be pro-
duced which would induce Great Bri-
tain to permit the food to go to Germany
without the action of any prize court
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
HARRY, THAW'S
TRIAL MARCH /

New York, Feb. 16.-The trial of
Harry K. Thaw on an indictment
charging him with conspiracy, was set
today for March /. had been set for
Feb. %.
which is to be selected a jury to try
Harry X. Thaw, for conspiracy in es-
Gaping from the Matteawan Asylum,
vas ordered drawn today by Supreme
Court Justice Weeks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17

ed in this vote is, on the whole. COM
nendable and should lead if it is fol-
lowed out. and we have no reason TO
believe that. il will not be. to a sim
LITIGATION in the affairs OF the COM
pany and to other needed reforms Of
past practices
The commission states that, while
it believes the present mana cement
sincere, the state cannot safely guide
its action by mere voluntary state
ment which has no binding force while
Arrangements continually change.
The New Haven after iouting
Massachusetts law for years. now
shows signs Of penitence and express
es a desire to abide by our laws
The practical situation is this: The
unauthorized stock has been issued
and is in the hands OF the public; the
floating debt has been incurred and
the notes which represent it are like
wise in the hands of the public. Moth
ing which the commonwealth can now
do, can alter the situation.
May Recover Damages
eft may be that the stockholders
will be able to recover damages from
the directors responsible for past
wastaful transactions. but prolonged
litigation is certain to precede any
such recovery.
THE welfare Of Massachusetts, is in
part dependent upon the service which
this railroad gives and many improve
ments are urgently needed. These I'M
movements cannot be made without
new capital and the financial condition
of the road is depressed and ciscourag-
ing. The interest charges upon the
large floating debt are very high and
tho necessity Of renewing the notes
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
White SOx BEGIN
SPRING TRAINING

Chicago, Feb. 1e.-Thirty members of
the Chicago American League club
will depart tonight for Paso Robes.
Cal, to begin spring training. The
players win travel in a special train.
Charles A. Comiskey, president of the
club. and B. B. johnson, president Of
the American League, who started for
the West week ago, will join the
snuad at Oakland. Cal
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
INCOME FROM AGRICULTURAL
PRODUCTS MUST Be IN TAX
INCOME RETURNS FOR YEAR

roe.j1etou, Feb. 16.-Incone from
:. -, products and crop-share rentals
~, he included in tax returns of in
' ms for mis- year in which they are
.s,s for money or a money equivalent,
loa-9.uc 70 a decision made public to-
p, ~ CONAN -ssioner Of Internal Rev
ssae Osborn,
..-5b.4 market. the decision says. no de-
.s,..or on account Of shrinkage in weight
= ,sysicai value or losses by deterior-
nv vii. b1 allowed. Cost of stock pur-
esesea fo- resale is an all wage reduc-
h., but that Of stock for breeding pur-
..ses i, regarded as capital invested ana
mi as IL allowable deduction. except
.,sr SIG. s,oci. dies Of disease or is de-
..-,ve3 without PREPARATION by order Of
ere or federal authorities. Cost of
mis- NAY b. deducted, but not that Of
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
L. S. AWAITS REPLIES OF
ENGLAND AND GERMANY
(Ccntinued From Page One)

While awaiting answers to the vari
Gus American communications high
officials here. admitting the gravitv
Of the diplomatic situation were dis
inclined to discuss future steps or poll
cy. One suggestion of the German
soverrment-that American organize :
lions or consular officers supervise the
distribution of foodstuffs as a guaran-
tee Of its delivery TO civilians-seems
20 be beset with more difficulties than
were originally evident. While MAX
ing il clear that the subject had no.
been formally considered as vet, it
was stated authoritatively by high
officials of the American government
that such procedure could be under
taken b ythe United States only VITA
thu acQuiescence Of all the belliger-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
us. AMBASSADOR CONFERS
WITH SIR EDWARD GREY

-osla T-o. I5.-eS 2. Mn.-Walter
:-a.s 1871. re American ambassador,
5r..~aa today with sir Edward Grey.
II, pr..s- .ar.,an secretary, concerning
ae g,raaa note Offering TO cease al
.s..s u -rllsa ships if Great Britain
u ;y-.i- :oo4stuffs for the civilian
=. .-..'..a - enter Germany
ST. i- ~nt S.r Edward also discus =
d t,e g;.s,..- WUAelmIna loaded with
God 10y s-,ma.y which IS being held
q. falHo... for prize court and the
s.atas NLch has not Yet been deter
a.cvl T.e British government has cyl
Dr.. ~d IL nanny ways that il is unterri-
r.. tt treats of attacks on shipping
aa. Tie: i AS 10 thought of making
az coar,ss - to Germany, but on the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
ENGLAND PROTESTS
FOODSTUFFS BOUND
FOR FATHERLAND

London, Feb. 16,-4.4s P M-The prohi-
bition against foodstuffs destined for
Germany will be formally proclaimed by
Great Britain either tonight or tomor-
row, according to present expectations
and the government retaliatory meas
ures against the threatened German sub
marine blockade viii go into imnedi-
ate effect
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
JUDGE APPOINTED BY
PRES. LINCOLN DIES

Los Angeles. Cal, Feb. 1s.-Henry Clay
Caldwell, aged SO years, a former Judge
of United States courts. died yesterday
at his home here. He was appointed by
President Lincoln in 1854 to be Judge for
the eastern district of Arkansas, in
which position he served until 1890. when
he was advanced to theSeighth judicial
circuit. In 1903 he resigned.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
NON-c0 ATTITUDE OF
GERMANY Over AMERICAN NOTE

The whole situation resulting from the
diplomatic exchanges with Great Britain
as well as Germany was taken by Presi-
dent Wilson today with Secretary Bryan
and later at d cabinet meeting
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17

London, Feb. 16.-.ss P. M-The
prophecy that Italy would mobilize
her army within a fortnight was made
here today by Ricciorti Garibaldi. the
Italian patriot. He said that unless
the Italian government decided to
participate in the war there would be
a revolution.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17

Mrs. Philbricks class OF the First Bap-
fist Sunday school will hold its regulnr
monthly business meeting and social with
Mrs c. H. Goodhue, Winter street,
Wednesday evening at 73e. Members are
requested to bring SCISSORS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
Late Augusta Locals

The regular meeting Of the Retail
Clerks I-nicn was held Tuesday even
ing in Carpenter's hall and about 80
were present. The meeting was followed
by a banquet. A good time was en-
joyed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17

Miss Gladys Beale of Simms. Mon
tana. who passed the week with Mrs.
c. P. Dyer of "A Western avenue, re-
turned Tuesday to her former home in
North Arson. where she viii pass Few
dayes before going West.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
WATERvILLE

The funeral of the late Col. c. A.
Leighton will be held at o'clock Thurs
day afternoon from his late home IN
Thomaston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
TIGERS OF WATERVILLE
BEAT AUGUSTA BEAVERS

The Tigers Of Waterville defeated
the Beavers Of this city at the CO.
lonial alleys Tuesday evening to l.
Gamache and Cloutier and Reny were
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-02-17
TWO MATCHES IN
COLLEGE LEAGUE

Casino alleys in the College Bowling
League Tuesday afternoon. The D. V
T and the u. [. teams divided points
each getting two tallies. while the Zeta
Psi team took ali four from the Com
mons Club.