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Evening journal., 1915-07-21
SNAIL BOAT ON LONG TRIP.

Captain bill" Anton and his bat
teau w. w. A, Jr., are back from a
trip down the bay. Anton was so long
on his trip that a party went out yes
terday in a boat TO search for him and
found that beyond having slight en-
gine trouble he was coming home all
right. When Captain Anton left here,
he intended going only to Silver Run,
but changed his mind and went below
Woodland Beach, where they caught
some fine big crabs. The boat is but
sixteen feet, eight inches long, four
and one-half feet beam and two feet
deep. but the intrepid commander went
below Woodland Beach in her accom-
panied by William keenan,.
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
WAKEFIELD A Rad CUSTOMER.

Harrison Warfield. colored, was
fined SO and costs in City Court to-
day on a charge of using improper
language at. Second and Walnut
streets last night. John Kotz. bar
tender at the saloon at Second and
Walnut streets, said Warfield used
bad language after being elected from
the saloon. He stated that Warfield
had either a knife or a razor and had
threatened to cut his heart out. War
field denied this
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
warsaw FORTS
NOW targets OF
GERMAN SHELLS
Both North and South OF Pol
ish Capital Kaiser'S Fight
ing Machine Crushes Foe
berlin PREDICTS fall OF
CITY WITHIN FORTNIGHT
By The United Presa.

BERLIN, Via The Hague July IL
German shells arc falling on the out.
er defenses Of Warsaw. and Teuton
armies are within fifteen miles Of the
city Dispatches from the front today
predicted the fall ci the Polish capital
v ithin a fortnight The Russians are
expected TO evacuate when the rapid
ly advancing German armies break
through the outer chain of defensive
works encircling the city at a dis
tance of II miles.
The Vossische Zeitung estimated
today that since the beginning Of the
new drive on Warsaw the Germans
have captured 175 officers and 66,790
men. remarking that this is a nice
start"
The Kaiser has arrived at the head
quarters of General Won Hindenburg.
The Kaiserin will leave for Posen on
/ Friday. and It is understood here that
she plans to enter the Polish capital
with the Emperor. when Won linden
burg's triumphant sweep carries the
Germans into Warsaw
Berlin is wild with excitement over
the succession of victories that Is
sweeping the Russians from Poland.
| Not since the drive on Paris last fall
have the bulletin boards been sur
rounded by such eager crowds The
popular belief here Is that Germany is
striking a tremendous blow that may
bring a speedy ending of the war
Both north and south of Warsaw the
jaws of the great German lighting
machine are slowly crushing in upon
the Polish capital Pressing south
ward near Ostrolenka. Won linden
burg's left wing was within two miles
of an important railway leading to
Warsaw when the last dispatches
we're fled from the front
General Won Gallwitz is closing II
: upon the fortress Of Pultusk, thirt,
q miles north of Warsaw. and the las
[ Russian stronghold barring the sweel
r southward 20 the Bug News oi tn
, fan Of Pultuck is hourly expected
/ here.
, Twenty miles northwest OF the cap.
ital, German gunners have opened the
hombardment of Novo Georgievsk. the
/ key 10 the outer defenses Of the city.
while German infantry are attacking
furiously in the angle between the
Vistula and Vl1ra Rivers.
South of the Vistula a desperate bat
tie is raging on the railway between
. Blonie and Joseefof. where the Ger
man advance guard is less than fifteen
miles from the heart of Warsaw. The
! Russians are stubbornly resisting the
German advance from behind the most
intricate system of wire entangle-
ments and trenches yet faced by the
Germans in their movement against
, the capital
Along the front south and southeast
of Warsaw. the advance on Lublin and
- Crojec continues satisfactorily. &C.
r cording TO meager dispatches from
the front today
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
EASTERN SHORE BANK MERGER.

CAMBRIDGE, Nd, July 2l.-Stock-
holders of the Dorchester National Bank
yesterday voted to ratify the action Of
the directors, taken some weeks ago. to
merge that bank with the Eastern Shore
Trust Company, which has a number Of
branches in this and other counties OF
the Eastern Shore, and in Southern
Maryland The merger probably will be
consummated about September !.
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
THIS CHARGE FALLS

In City Court today Assistant City
Solicitor Lynn had a nolle pross en-
tered in the cases of James Flynn
and Edna Warrington. charged with
keeping a disorderly house on Tat
nall street. Mr.. Lynn said that he
was unable to prove that the couple
we're the tenants of the house in ques-
ton.
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
WANT FREE MAIL DELIVERIES.

Postal Inspector NJ. S. Plummer has
received instructions to visit Newark,
Del, and Chestertown, Md, and in
quire whether the volume of business
done at the offices warrants the es-
tablishing of free city delivery in the
towns Mr.. Plummer will also con-
slider the establishing of an automo-
bile star route from Chestertown, Md,
to Gratitude, Md, by way of Rock
Hall.
Citizens Of Newark and the Mary
land town have requested that the
free delivery be installed in those
towns.
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
ANTI.SALOON ECHO MEETING.

In Grace NJ. E. Church tonight an
echo meeting Of the Anti-saloon con-
vention held at Atlantic City will be
held The delegates who attended the
convention will be present at the meet
ing tonight, which will be held in con-
nection with the regular mid-week
prayer meeting service, and give
echoes of the meeting. II is hoped
there will be a good sized attendance
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
NEW POSTOFFICE FOR LAUREL.

spent yesterday at Laurel, where he
looked over sites for postoffice, the
present lease expiring within a short
time. Two available buildings were
considered, one owned by the Laurel
Bank and the other by E. Hastings. a
merchant. No selection has been
made.
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
JOsHUA w. MILES BETTER.

PRINCESS ANNE. Md, July 21-
Collector of Internal Revenue Joshua
W. Miles. who has been confined TO
his home here by illness for 10 days,
showed signs of improvement yes
terday for the first time since Satur-
day. He has been able to take some
nourishment and his friends are en-
couraged to believe that he will soon
be out
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
MRS. NONNEMAKER is BETTER.

The condition of Mrs. Mary Nome
maker, of No. 1405 Oak street, VINO
suffered a paralytic stroke following
the death recently of her husband,
George F. Nonnemaker. was reported
somewhat improved today by DR.. j.
J. Jones, who is attending her.
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
MIR. COOCH NAMED PRESIDENT

Edward w. Cooch has been elected
president of the Wilmington Realty
Company to succeed F. E. Gallagher.
who recently resigned. Mr. Cooch has
offices in the Equitable Building.
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
nRIFTwOop MENACEs sHIPPING

A complaint has been sent to Wash
ington relative TO logs and other de-
bris adrift in the Delaware river and
bay, endangering all kinds of vessels.
II is asked that Federal vessel be as
signed TO remove these distractions.
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
HOSPITAL AuXTLIARY MEETING.

A special meeting of the Woman's
Auxiliary, of the Physicians and Sur
cons Hospital will be held at the
home of the president, Mrs Willard
E. Smith. tomorrow evening.
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
RUSSIA TAXES NEW WAR srEp.

~ NIIV UHITUU TIEool
tPETROGRAD. July Formation
of a new ministry Of munitions. with
power TO mobilize all industries IN
the service of the government. will be
authorized in a bill soon to be sub
mitted to the Duma. The department
will be organized along the same
lines as the English war munitions
ministry under Lloyd George.
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
GERMAN ALLIANCE MEETS.

The German-American Alliance met
in Turn Hall on Monday evening and
transacted considerable business,
mostly of a routine nature.
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
DR.. HOFFECKER's APPOINTMENTS

The Rev. E. L. Hoffecker. district
superintendent. will preach at Hope
well. near Port Deposit, Nd, on Sun
day morning and at Asbury on the
same charge at 2.30 o'clock in the
afternoon.
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
ITALIAN AVIATOR KILLED.

By The United Press.
ROME, July 21.-Captain Bolla. Of
the Italian aviation corps. fell 400
Continued on Page 2.
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
RICHARDSON PARK FESTIVAL

Because of the storm the festival of
the Ladies' Aid Society of Richardson
Park M. E. Church was postponed
from last night until tonight.
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
Deny zAPATrsTAs HAVE RETAKEN MEXICO CITY.

DENY zAPAmsTAs HAVE RETAKEN MEXICO CITY.
BY United Press
GALVESTON Texas. July 21rn direct contradiction OF
state Department aaces caranza Consul Burns denied today
chat zapasas Mexico city. He quoted Vera
Cruz eabegram saying coss is pursuing the zapa
ustas into also claimed that Geaef
Diese drove tho Pnehuea southwark and they
are now caught Of Deges and Gonzales
Mexico city was sufficiently protected by Gonzales, me-
meseoge claimed
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
GARMENT WORKERS. sTRKE OFF.

By The United Press
NEW YORK July s-rvsnty-one thousand mems garment
workers who bad been on week. returned TO Work
today
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
rnENcn AER0pIANEs MREcE COyELLNs sILTOy-

FRENCH AEkOfLANES MhElh CVNEA'ANo oAA1AVN'
By The United Press.
PARIS July rhirtyone French asroPanes participates
in great the railway station at coaaaa5 re "
ONCE announced this afternoon Bombs we're hurled on several
buildings and the locomotive shed vas seen to burst mo
flames. oousans lies nnssn miles vest Of The German
fortress Of Metz
Evening journal., 1915-07-21
WEATHER

Fair tonight; Thursday
with moderate temperature,
light TO moderate north
Wiuds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

For the first two days of holiday
week, a high class photoplay offering
can be found at the Colonial. Head
ing the list is the great patriotic serial,
Neal of the Navy" which appeals
greatly to young and old alike. The
Rolling Terror is the title Of today's
episode and is without doubt the best
of the series, rapid-fire action charac-
terizing it from start to finish. The
same capable cast again enacts many
thrill, the cast being headed by LII
liam Lorraine as. Annette, the heiress
to Lost Isle. and VIM. Courtleigh, Jr.,
as Neal, now an officer in Uncle SAM
navy.
An exceptional well constructed and
enjoyable offering is THE Idol" an
American Clipper three-reel feature.
This is most interesting story Of a
young actors regeneration and in it
E. Forrest Taylor and Helene Rosson
are featured.
Among the news topics of recent
date in the Mutual Weekly is the Ford
peace ship about which many views
were taken. Included also Is a Than
houser drama, Beneath the Coat Of
Butler" featuring Grace De Carlton
and Morgan Jones and a good comedy.
Tonight, two complete shows, the first
at $50, second at S.15.-Advt.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

Two of the Paramount Company'S
greatest offerings will be presented at
the Opera House this week, in The
Secret Orchard" with Blanche Sweet,
Monday and Tuesday. and Elsie Janis
in Nearly Lady, Wednesday and
Thursday.
A daughter of one of the stars of
the Partisan demimonde. the heroine
Of "rhe Secret Orchard" carries from
birth hidden faint of character, the
more concealed because of the sweet
ness Of her nature and the beauty Of
her personality. From a convent in
which her mother who had died,
placed her as a child to escape from
the environment of her parent, the
girl steps into the world ignorant Of
her hidden weakness. Innocently, she
falls victim to the Duke Of Cluny,
whose wife, unknown to the duke, had
promised a home to the motherless
girl. When the ward Of the duchess
confronts the duke, each repress rec
ognition SO. as to save the Duchess,
but when the young woman finds her
real lover, an American naval officer
the truth is told.
The subsequent stirring scenes are
brought to a happy and reasonable
copclusion.-Advt,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20
Bankruptcy Proceedings

The following petitions were received
Saturday afternoon at the office OF the
referee in bankruptcy for hennebec
county:
Glenwood A. Rainey of Waterv!lle,
freight clerk. Petition filed Dec. 16, adj
Indicated Dec IS. Liabilities s.11.12; as
sets $3.50. of which amount si2.15 is
claimed to be exempt. First meeting of
creditors Friday, Jan. :, at 10 A. NJ The
attorney for the bankrupt is c. A. Black
ington of Waterville.
Herbert E. Knapp of Waterville, archi-
tect. Petition filed Dec. els, adjudicated
Dec. IS. Liabilities slS30.6o assets si55
First meeting of creditors on same date
and hour as above. The attorney for the
bankrupt is C. w. Hussey of Waterville
Percy A. Thompson of China, farmer.
Petition filed Dec. 16, adjudicated Dec. IS.
Liabilities 1912. of which amount S2S7S is
secured; assets s2417, of which amount
1926 is claimed to be exempt. The first
meeting of creditors will be on the same
date and hour above. The attorney
for the bankrupt is Thomas Leigh Of
Augusta.
Carl A. Gould Of Watervlle, merchant
Petition filed and adjudcated Dec. 16
Liabilities s459S.94; assets scheduled at
1874, of which amount sl1cO is claimed
to be exempt. First meeting of creditors
Friday. Dec. 81, at 10 A. NJ. The attor-
neys for the bankrupt are Johnson &
Perkins of Waterville.
hearing was held by the referee
Saturday afternoon on the allowance Of
$500 mortgage in the case of Emily f.
Mckenney vs.. the estate of George l..
Mckinney of Gardiner bankrupt: also
the priority claim of Morris l.. Mcken-
ney against the bankrupt estate of
George L. Mckenney. Charles A. Knight
of Gardiner appeared for the claimants
and George w. Heselton of Gardiner for
the creditors. The referee allowed So as
a wage claim.
Other business which came before the
referee during the day were two first
meetings of creditors which were held in
the following cases: In the case of Ben
jamin r. Niles of Augusta no assets
were found. no trustee was appointed
and no further meetings will be held
until ordered by the court. In the case
Of Arthur Towle of Augusta, same.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20
SEND THE JOURNAL TO
A FRIEND For CHRISTMAS

Many people have permanently
adopted the custom of giving the Jour r
nal for Christmas. Last year nearly
so new subscribers commenced taxing
the Journal on Christmas morning
1t is a pleasing way to remember
friends. 1t is doubtful if the recipient
Of such gift could ever pick up a
copy Of the paper without being re-
minded of the generosity and thought
fulness of the giver. To those who
aim to give presents that carry last
ing reminders, there is a real sugges'
ton in Journal subscription.
Put the Journal on your gift lis,
and remember some one in perpet'
ually pleasant way.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

Bananas" the little bear cub which
posed as a mascot during the football
season for the University of Maine team
and later won hosts of friends in Au-
gusta by his cutting antics at the recent
"Y'' circus. has decided to remain in Au-
gusta with all his cIteness and all his
laughable pranks. he having been pur-
chased by Guy P. Ganpett. who now has
the little fellow at his home on State
street. Mr.. Gannett purchased Ban
nanas" of his owner. Charles c. Gar
land Of Old Town. after the latter had
about decided to send the little fellow to
Texas
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20
AUGUSTA NOW
IN 2ND PLACE

The Waterville State league bowling
team took the lead in the league again
last week by taking all four points
from the Gardiner quintet at Gardiner
while Augusta was cleaning up Lewis
ton at Augusta By taking all four
points from the Spindle City team the
Augusta boys forced themselves into
tie for second place in the league.
The matches of the league this week
will be Gardiner at Waterville and
Augusta at Lewiston. The standing
Of the league is as follows:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

ia and California, states which vote
in 1916.
Though the l. P. A. IS much heMel
in Maine than in several OF the o'het
states, l am glad to see these stuoeii.s
showing a growing interest, ana raplois
preparing themselves 20 take leaoiiis
part Uhe part the college men anu
women of Maine should take) IN 'he
movement that is now sweeping over
the nation for the destruction OF th's
internal remedy. the organized hquoi
traffic"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

After about go hours of storm Sun
day was gladdened by sunshine and
an air of almost the mildness of early
spring, and about the only disagree
able feature of the day was the rough
travelling on the streets and crossings.
The storm began at about O'Clock
Friday afternoon with as light fall of
snow. but this soon turned to rain
which, freezing as ii fell, coated ev-
erything with ice and made pedestrian
ism an art that was in many cases very
difficult to practice with any degree of
success. Numerous falls were report
ed but thus far none of them are
known to have been of a serious ma
ture. The rain continued without in
PERMISSION Friday night and all day
Saturday and we'll into the night hours,
the result being that the snow was
taken off, the sleighing was ruined,
and that snow which was left was
frozen in such a way az to produce in
the city some of the worst travelling
that has been seen for a long time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20
Law COURT
Saturdays Session Devoted to
Kennebec Cases-Knox, Lin.
coin and Oxford County
Cases for Today

Saturdays session Of the law court
was occupied with the hearing OF the
Kennebec cases. Alexander Bilodeau
vs.. the Maine Central Railroad, and
Clottie Bilodeau VS.. the Maine Central
Railroad, which were opened at Fri
days session. John E. Nelson of Au-
gusta argued for the plaintiff and c.
n. Perkins Of Waterville for the de-
PENDANT. Knox and Lincoln county
cases are scheduled for this forenoon
and oxford cases for this afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

II. Eugene Ingraham. printer in
employ Of ex-Gov. Plaisted's weekly
paper, has held the same position
since 1867. He began work when the
paper was first published on the sec
ond floor Of the block where Dennis
music apartments are now located. Mr..
Ingraham has served under two Gov
crnors, father and son, both proprie-
tors Of the paper having been Chief
executive of Maine, Mr. Ingraham re-
members many of the incidents of the
campaigns that were waged and has
fund Of interesting "reminiscences.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

The 1916 Christmas Club is now
open for new members, and the State
Trust Company reports that already
a large number have joined. a sig
nif1cant fact about the clubs worth
is its popularity. Each year it grows
in numbers and in volume. If you
want money for Christmas, here is
sure way to have it. All you have
paid in comes back to You about the
middle Of December plus tidy little
sum of interest.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

Daily prizes for the highest three
consecutive strings rolled last week at
the Colonial alleys were as follows:
Monday. Wood 1925. III. 1o3-3+5;
Tuesday, McDonough "a. lis. I09-321;
Wednesday. Wood 80. 1913. lo1-31S;
Thursday, McDonough 103, 104, HI
32l. and Wood 10, 12s. 114-321: Fri
day, Wod 1910. 102. 1o9-351: Satur-
day, Cormier 107, III, 130-34S.
A prize of box of 1904 cigars has
been offered at the Colonial alleys to
the bowler of the highest six consecu-
tive strings between Dec. Is and Dec.
25
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

The island" at the north end of the
Augusta Lumber Cos. mill yard, which
forms a dry dock during the winter
months for the craft of the Augusta
Yacht Club has new occupant this
winter in the shape Of a building which
Capt. Fred Edwards of the Sucker
Fishermen's League has built and just
moved there. The building is located
close to the shore Of the river and will
be used for shelter when the wealth
er gets too rough for comfort.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

was s42,346.34. The amount of the conf
mitment last spring was S22S,0S4.65. anu
deducting the amount uncollecteu
from the amount of the commitment
shows the amount collected to the above
date to be $lS5,73S.Sl. The amount oil
taxes collected to Dec. of the curreHl
year was sl9,639.4S against $63,56is
which had been collected up 10 Dec.
l. 1914
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

Leroy L. Hight, who few months ago
opened a law office in Augusta. has leas-
ed the north tenement Of the two-tene-
ment house just north Of the Lthgow
library. which tenement is owned by
Mrs G. w. Martin. and will soon occupy
It, Mr.. and Mrs. Hight left on the Sun
day afternoon express for. Lowell, Mass.
to get their household goods.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

Christmas time is usually a period
which strains the financial resources
Of the average person. F. T. and
w T. Noble say your credit good"
when purchases are made from their
stock Of watches. diamonds and jew
elrV-Adv
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

Saturday mornings session of the nlu-
nicipal court consisted of three cases
IN each of which the charge was in;oN
cation. One respondent was fined SO anu
costs, which he paid: another was given
sentence of SO and costs or 20 days
and was committed. The third respoh-
dent paid a fine of IS and costs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

Beane &, Cross announce that their
store will be open every evening dur
ing Christmas week. for the accommo-
daton Of customers who find it neces-
sary to shop after working hours
Adv
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

Mrs. Clyde W. Metcalf and son
Everett of Portland will arrive IN the
city today to pass Christmas with Mrs.
Metcalfs father, A. A Soule, 80 Mel
Vile street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

Miss Winifred f. Dudley of this city
has completed three-years course of
study in the Training School for
Nurses connected with the Augusta
General hospital and graduated from
that institution Saturday. She will fol-
low the practice of her profession in
this city and will live at As Winthrop
street
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

Miss Marian X. Fisher, daughter Of
County Attorney and Mrs. w. II. FISH
err arrived home Friday evening fro"
National Park Seminary at ForesI
Glen, Md, to enjoy the holiday recess
She was accompanied by her ROOM
mate. Miss Edith NJ. Conkle of Ions
Beach Cal
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20
JOURNAL DICTIONARIES
USEFUL CHRISTMAS GIFTS

Many people are purchasing, for
gifts. a copy of Funk & Nagnall's
Standard dictionary. which the Jour
nal is distributing. Books in general
are recognized as the most desirable
gift, but of all books perhaps a reliable
dictionary is one of the most indis-
pensable. The new Funk & Vaginal $
dictionary only costs CSC, but it con-
tains a vast store of ready knowl-
edge which should be available to ev-
cry home.
Truly. could more thoughtful or
acceptable present be made than this
remain for distribution under the lib
eral terms of Csc. Make sure that
your volume is reserved.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

Augusta friends of Mr., and Mrs. Roy
H. Flynt will be pleased to learn that
little girl was born to them early Sum
day morning at their home in Maiden,
Mass, :@.r
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-20

Robert Williamson. a student at An
dover academy, arrived in the city Sum
day afternoon to pass the Christmas
recess at his home and was accom-
panied by his mother, Mrs. Joseph
Williamson, who had been his guest for
the past few days at Andover. Mass.