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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05
Compensation Allowed.

The commission allowed compensa-
ton in the case of Tony Kantvain,
alias Tony Rantoaniz against the
Bates Manufacturing Company of
Lewiston and the American Mutual
Liability Insurance Company, insur-
ers.
The decision is as follows:
1T appears that thread broke
while the applicant was working as a
weaver for the respondent, that he
started to pass around the loom for
the purpose Of tying the broken
thread. that the floor was slippery
from the use Of oil and in passing to
the rear Of the loom he slipped and
fell, striking his right side upon an
electric motor which was near to and
used for running the loom which he
operated. He claims to have been
taken with severe pain following his
fall upon the motor but that he con-
tinued to work the remainder Of the
day, also all of the 2Sth, and part of
the day Of March Goth, when he was
unable to continue his labor or to
eat food. He states that the fall
caused swelling and discoloration Of
his side, that he consulted a physi-
clan by the name of OConnell on the
18th, who advised an operation. On
March goth this employee went to the
hospital and was examined by Drs
Joseph w. Scannell and Daniel A.
Darrell. both Of whom diagnosed the
case as appendicitis. An operation
was performed on the same day and
the appendix being found in an in
famed condition was removed.
The abdomen was found to be dis
colored and swollen as claimed by the
applicant and the operating surgeon
was of the opinion that the fall and
INJURY to the right side caused the
Inflammation Of the appendix which
recessitated its removal.
1T is claimed by the respondent
that appendicitis cannot be caused
by an external injury or that
II 1t were 1t would require such a
severe blow as would break the alb
oominal wall. This claim Of the re-
spondent seems to be founded wholly
on theory and contrary to this view
Is the theory advanced by the operat-
ing physician, who cites some of the
best surgeons Of the country claiming
that appendicitis may be cause by a
blow or external injury.
so far as theory is concerned in
this case 1t seems to be one Of double
ACTON, easily worked both ways with
no actual proof that a similar injury
ever caused appendicitis.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

The following telegram was received
Friday morning at the Office Of the at
torney general Of Maine:
"vanceboro. Me-, Aug. 8, 1916. Attor-
ney General Of Maine: Boy named Ray
Wood, about 20. Scotch, from st,
Stephen, held at immigration Office.
Lewis, immigration inspector"
The meaning Of the telegram was at
once apparent to the attorney gener-
ais Office force and Assistant Attor-
ney General Oscar S. Dunbar quickly
got into communication with the
Vanceboro officials and County Attor-
ney Hudson Of Dover, with the result
that the Vanceboro people were re-
quested to hold the boy Wood for the
arrival Of Piscataquis county sher-
if. The reason is explained as follows:
A man named Albert Hebert, a her.
nit, was robber and murdered on
March 10 last at his camp at Schoodic
lake. Willis Priest Of Milo was in July
arrested for the deed He confessed to
his share in the affair, claiming that he
had companion and that they quar-
relied with Hebert over money and that
Hebert was knocked out, though he de-
MED killing the old man. He also told
the authorities who his companion was.
but the chap had gone to his home in
New Brunswick. Priest was held and
the hearing continued to Aug. s, to al
low search to be made for the missing
companion, whose identity was not
made known. He was supposed to be in
New Brunswick and extradition pro-
ceedings were begun in this State, for
use in case he was apprehended. De-
tective A. J. Landry, who had worked
up the case against Priest, has been
busy looking after the companion and
the telegram is hoped to clear up the
matter in that respect because the boy
detained at Vanceboro is thought to
be the companion Of Willis Priest when
Old Man Hebert was killed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05
A SUGGESTION to the Vacationist.

In these days Of recreation one of
the greatest opportunities which is Of
fered for the enjoyment Of a days
pleasure is that to be had on a trip to
the seashore. on the steamer Islander.
Capt. Dunton, Of the Augusta, Gardi-
ner & Boothbay Steamboat Co. Leav-
ing Augusta at 7.o5 in the morning her
landings are Hallowell. Gardiner. South
Gardiner. Richmond, Bath, Southport,
Capitol. Squirrel Island, Ocean Point
and Boothbay Harbor, where the jour-
ney ends until the time arrives for the
homeward trip. This trip is sure to af-
ford the vacationist his fill of pleasure.
and those who have but a day to
&pare for the purpose can find no better
way in which to pass the time.-Advt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

Company, that the severe pain caused
him to drop to the floor and that he
left his work, went home and finally
to the hospital.
THE applicant remained at the hos
pital for nine days before returning
to his home and during this time both
his temperature and respiration re-
NAMED normal. The hospital physi-
clan and the physician called by the
respondent were unable to diagnose
any indications Of appendicitis, sore
ness about the abdomen, or any other
Iailment. 1t appears to be case Of
malingering.
compensation and medical bills
denied"
Theory may or may not be an ex-
cuse for experiment in many cases,
but in this instance the operating
physician followed the theory adj
vanced by DR.. John B Murphy Of Chi
cago and found it advisable to remove
the appendix.
This employee, rather slight Of
stature was enjoying good health
and had never suffered pain in the
region Of the appendix prior to his fall
on the 9th day of March, but was
stricken Immediately after falling on
the motor with this violent attack
which resulted in the operation fol-
lowing on March 10Th. No other
cause for this attack is accounted for.
1T is the opinion Of the chairman
that the external injury received IN
falling on the motor is the proximate
cause Of appendicitis, and holds the
respondent is liable for $50 for medi-
cal and hospital services supplies by
the Central Maine General hospital,
IS for major operation performed by
Joseph W. Scannell, and that the ap-
plicant is entitled to a compensation
Of 1915 per week for four weeks"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

The management Of the Colonial
theatre takes pleasure in making tire
announcement that today only they
will show. as the feature Of the day,
Human Driftwood," the World Film
production. with Robert Warwick and
Frances Nelson in the leading roles.
The story. as usual, Is up to the high
standard Of Warwick vehicles, and
enc in which Mr.. Warwick will appear
in just the sort Of characters as the
fans" like to see him.
1t is a story of love that has no
bounds. Try and picture yourself IL.
a snow-clad forest on the edge Of a
roaring mountain stream. graphing
with a mining camp giant and your
sweetheart huddled in a canoe plung-
ing headlong to almost certain death
IN that torrent Of icy waters. Well
tnat is what Warwick is up against
IN the picture Human Driftwood."-
Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05
Public Utilities

A hearing has been ordered by the
Maine Public Utilities Commission to
be held at 11.3O A. NJ. on Thursday.
Aug. II, on the premises, on the petit
ton of the Maine Central Railroad fo-
a change of location between Ayers
Junction and Eastport.
No hearings are scheduled for next
week at the office of the commission
at the Capitol.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05
Plain Statement of
Conditions in Texas
From CAPTAIN Drake

The following letter from Capt.
Frank E. Drake of Pennington, adju-
tant OF the I'd Maine Regiment, now in
Iexas, TO Adjutant General Presson, Is
one OF the clearest and explicit about
the conditions under which the Maine
boys are serving that has been received
from the front. Captain Drake is a
naive OF Gardiner and a former resi-
dent or Augusta, well-known all over
the State through his long connection
with the National Guard, which he has
served in some Of the most important
regimental uositions. Although a per-
sonal letter to Gen. Presson, the latter
has consented that it be given to the
public:
Laredo. July q.
Headquarters Second Regiment.
My Dear General:
Better late than never. But. really.
General. I have been very busy. You
know how 1t is at one Of these camps,
everybody is on your neck all the time.
think We are getting along fine. In
fact we are so much better Off than the
other National Guard regiments here at
Laredo. On arrival here commenced to
get busy with the department quarter
master at San Antonio and now we
have about everything we need
I wish you would enlist at once
through the recruiting Offices and ship
down here three clarinet players, one
alto and one snare drummer. We need
them badly. General, our band has
made q great hit down here. In fact,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05
Maine sardine Inspection.

"diUe SAr0In0 Jn8PeCIb00s
It is learned that the sardine in
spection being carried on under the
jurisdiction Of the National Gamers
Association, in cooperation with the
inspection work Of the Maine Bureau
OF Inspection, is soon to have the ac-
tive cooperation of the Canadian
Biological Station at st. Andrews,
N. B., Of which DR.. Huntsman has full
charge. The Canadian officials are in
full sympathy with the endeavors Of
the State Of Maine and United States
ofnclals to have nothing but the very
best of food products sent out from
the factories Of their countries and
the cordial cooperation Of the forces
will doubtless go far toward lettering
the already excellent conditions.
The sardine inspectors Of Washing
ton and Hancock counties recently
had a conference at the Office Of DR..
Loomis, in charge Of the work, at
PASSPORT for the purpose of compar-
ing notes. discussing the situation
and exchanging ideas. The meeting
was spoken Of by all present as inter-
estlng and instructive. Committees
were appointed as follows to investi-
gate certain phases Of the inspection
work and report at later meeting:
sanitation. Hettinger, Bartlett, CAL
derara; Factory Processes and Equip
ment Hill, Creamer. Jackson, CAL
derara; Scientific Investigation, Bart
lett, Scammon, Hitchings, Fish Stan
dards, Scammon. French, Mitchell;
Cooperation and Uniformity, Mosely,
smith. Hagerty; Reports and Records,
Mcclure, Chamberlain and Frank.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05
National Guard Netaa

An automatic change in the stand
ing Of the Hospital Corps Of the army
took place with the going into effect
Of the new army bill Of June 8. 1916.
It going out Of existence and becom-
ing q part Of the Medical Department
Of the army. It will. Of course, per-
form the same duties.
Eastport-A large box containing
many choice articles Of food was re-
Gently made up by several residents
and shipped to tho members Of Co. I,
Second Regt.. now at Laredo. Tex. and
several donations have already been
forwardsd to Capt. Alexander to 30
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05
Labor Department

Labor Commissioner Roscoe A. Eddy
has returned from a trip which took
him to Bangor and into Washington
and Hancock counties. One Of the mat
tiers to receive his attention while away
was case Of reported violation Of the
weekly payment Of wage law. The case
was adjusted for at least temporary
term and it is hoped permanently,
though there seems to be a possibility
Of it's being again heard from.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05
Industrial Accidents Com.
Applicant Feigned Sicknes

The Industrial Accident Commission
in a decision rendered Friday denied
an application for compensation on
the ground that the applicant has
feigned sickness. The case was that
of Peter Narvicity against the Bates
Manufacturing Co. Of Lewiston and
the American Mutual Liability Insur-
ance Co., insurers.
The decision, which Is the first Of
it's kind to be rendered by the Indus
lows:
"On the third day Of March. 1915.
the applicant claims to have been At
tackled with . severe pain in or about
the abdomen while lifting heavy can.
It being . part of his duties Is an en-
,ploye Of the Bates ManufactuEdng
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05
New Corporations

the following corporation. organ
lied under the provisions Of Chapter
81 of the Revised Statutes, has had
its certificate of incorporation an
proved by the Office of the attorney
general of the State of Maine:
Corea Village Improvement Society,
organized July IS at Gouldsboro, for
social and benevolent purposes, to
wiz Tie purposes OF a Village I'M
ploVeihent society. President, Obed
Harris; clerk, Margaret S. Paul;
treasurer. Joseph H. Crowley: direc-
tors, Dennis M. Young, Otis H. Stew
art, Harry Bryant. Joseph H. Crow.
ley, George N. Crowley, Obed Harris
and Levi Decker. Approved July 81.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05
Forestry Department

State Forest Commissioner Frank E..
Mace has returned from a trip to Som
erset and Piscataquis counties, going
through the northern sections Of these
two counties and inspecting the look
outs and stations. He also interviewed
the different wardens in the various
sections visited by him. He found con-
ditions good as regards forest fires, re-
porting no fires at all and abundance Of
game.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

e. Locke Is we'll supplied with good
things In the meat department including
broilers. fowl. veal, heavy beef. spring
lamb and cooked meats: native string
beans, new beets. turnips and cabbage.
sweet potatoes. new onions. grape fruit
cantaloups, peaches. ETC.; molasses
doughnuts, lemon merange. tarts special
in bakery department, beans and brown
bread.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05
State House Chat

Enoch 0. Greenleaf of Portland, a
member Of the 18th Legislature, was
business caller Friday at the State
House.
kingsbury B. Piper, deputy collec-
tor of internal revenue, was a visitor
Friday at the Executive department.
Miss Olive E. Killam. stenographer
for the State Board Of Health, is en-
]oylng a tWo-weeks vacation which
she is passing at Five Islands.
Miss Irene Marks, stenographer Of
the Executive department, will pass
the weekend at her home in Belfast.
Ad1utant General George Mel.
Presson is passing the weekend at
his home IN Pennington.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05
Agricultural Department

Assistant Horticultural Eaton went
Friday to Sanford, in relation to the
outbreak Of the white pine blister rust
reported in that section.
L. A. Rogers, in charge Of tho pota-
to inspection. department Of agricul-
ture, will go Monday into Franklin on
an inspection trip.
State Horticultural c. L. Wilkins
will leave Monday for Franklin. where
he expects to be for several days on
the Gregory orchard inspection work.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

Today will be your last opportunity to
see THE Romance of Augusta" Con-
sidered technically, this is a good picture
The story is builded upon convenient
twist which are convincing, with the re-
suit that the offering grips and holds the
audience at all times. The personality of
both stars is wonderful. and the i'm
logical and human.
The Paramount feature today shows
Cleo Ridgely and Wallace Reid in 1.-THE
Selfish Woman" This Is an interesting
story Of a division in the family, which
extends to social and business intrigue.
The production has added value from the
fact that the characters are interesting
and the atmosphere and locale are ditto.
An excellent production has been made,
and brilliant photography shows its full
power to increase the effectiveness Of a
picture.
The story was written by Hector Turn
bull for Wallace Reid and Cleo Ridgely
Reid plays the part of Tom Morley, a
young civil engineer. engaged in building
railroad across Imperial Valley, Cali
fornia- In it beside Wallace Reid and
Cleo Ridgely. abe Mrs. James Neil,
Charles Airing, Joseph King. Jane Wolff,
William Elmer. Horace B. Carpenter. Bob
Fleming and Milton Brown.
Also the eighth episode Of 1.-The Mys-
teries Of Myra," featuring Howard Esta-
brook, and Jean sothern: this chapter is
full Of pep and is the most interesting
that has yet been shown Of this wonder
full production.
The comedy cartoons and others.
Monday and Tuesday Dustin Farnum
and the next episode Of "Gloria's Ro-
nance "lAdvt.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

distributed among the militia boys
from this city.
Asked about a report that the "a
Maine Regiment would be ordered
home next month. Asst. Sec. Of War
F. D. Roosevelt said on Thursday that
all depends on an early settlement OF
the Mexican border question which
now looks so promising. The Maine
troops will be sent home as early as
any national guardsmen and a COM
mission Is now working out the
problem for the later return Of the
guardsmen who will probably be sent
back to their respective states. Mr.
Roosevelt would not predict the time
or even month but stated it would
probably be soon. He considers the
outlook very bright for Wilson's re-
election.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

Barrel mackerel 12c. ID. Salmon,
swordfish, halibut, butterflsh. 2 lbs.
for Csc. Nice veal, native lamb, roast
beef, 1890. ID. Hamburg steak 15c.
ID. New beets. cabba ges, string beans,
4 ats. for csc. Sweet potatoes lbs.
for Csc. Cucumbers, lettuce. blueber-
RES lac. qt., currents 12c. basket
Home baked beans.-L S. Young,
phone 5S8.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05
STATE HOUSE
Next Meeting Tuesday, August g.

Man Held at Vanceboro May Be Wanted Man in
the Hebert Murder Case at Schoodic Lake
Insurance Matters How to Ship Luxurles
to I'd Maine Boys-Industrial Accidents Co-
operation in Sardine Inspection = Capt. F. b.
Drake, Adjutant I'd Regiment, Writes from
Laredo-Chat
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

"A long list Of prices in the ad Of G.. W.
Wadleigh today. the cost price, the CO.
operative net price and the regular price
being worked out in a plain table Of fig
ures. These are 6-day-in-the-week prices.
ADV.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

/: A few money-savcrs at Hersom &
Bonsalrs today only: 1 Id cream tar
TAR, soc; pkgs. Takhoma biscuit. 1oc;
Cote's Magic Powder, 4c pkg; WEIGH
grape Juice, 19c pint. Also IA other
cash prices in new ad today.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

Miss Muriel Holt has accepted pos
ition as clerk at the law Office Of F. j.
C. Little, entering Friday morning upon
the duties Of that position.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

: F.. J. C. Little will leave this morn
3ng for Squirrel Island, where he will
bass five days at his cottage.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

Miss Marion McMulkin. an operator
at the local telephone exchange. will
leave this morning for Portland to pass
Sunday with friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

Mr.. and Mrs. Fred o. Boynton Of
State street were in town Friday from
their cottage at Ocean Point, where
they are passing the summer months.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

Mrs. Frederick W. Plaisted and Mrs.
e. c. CARL returned Friday evening
from Pemaquid, where they had been
passing a few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

I John Mccain of Boston is the guest
bf Charles A. White at the latter's
Cottage at Hammond's Grove
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

New sweet potatoes and string beans
1t e. W. Churcl's today; also expect ma
live green peas. A bountiful fresh sup
bly, Of brakes cake.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

The following birth was recorded
Friday at the Office of the city clerk:
A daughter born Aug. to Mr.. and Mrs.
Ivan c. Grant.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05
Saturday, August S, 1916.
LOCAL BRIEFS

Mr.. and Mrs. c. L. Livermore Of
Boston were visitors Friday in the
eity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

: Miss Myra Is. Staples of Boston is
visiting her sisters, Mrs. Henry G.
Staples and hrs. Alma S. Boardman
D. this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

I: A few more oil cook stoves at the Au-
xusta Furniture Co. at big discount. AL
30 cut prices on Pullman baby carriages.
fAdv
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

A. M. Richardson Of Hebron was in
the city Friday on matters of a busi-
ness nature.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

] Henry Crowell Of Skowhegan passed
Friday in the city on matters Of bust
ness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

. Every requirement in dependable sup
plies for canning and preserving, at Swift
& Turner Co.'s.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

! Mr.. and Mrs. ]. H. Bridge Of Boston,
formerly of this city. are passing a
few weeks at the Augusta House.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

The new invisible art mounts at
Geo. w. Merrilrs mounts Is prints for
&c cents.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05

Mrs. Charles White and daughter
Ellen Of Manchester, n. H., are guests
81 Mrs. John White, Perham street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05
COLONIAL THEATRE

Robert Warwick in Sensational "Hu.
man Driftwood;" 1.-THE Other Hail."
"There 10 No Place Like Home" and
1T Nearly Happened Animated
News.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-08-05
ADJUSTMENTS
OPERA HOUSE.

For the Last Times Today, 1.-THE Ro-
nance of Augusta" 1.-THE Selfish
Woman" 1.-THE Mysteries Of Myra,"
the Comedy Cartoons, and Others.