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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27

TIE aeroplane in the western sky
at night was the chief topic of con-
versa ton in the city Wednesday and
opinions We're as varied over it as
there We're persons. The most reas-
enable theory advanced was that it
was the planet Venus which is eX-
ceptionally bright at this time and
seems to have about it a sort Of white
radiance which might easily be mis-
taken for machine with a bright
searchlisht. The fact that the ma
chine" only appears in clear nights
and always moves in the same direc-
ton adds strength to that theory.
Again it may be some inventor who
is stopping at some of the isola ted
cottages around the Belgrade Lakes
where he is working on something new
in the aeroplane line. Every one is
entitled to a guess and in the mean
time it furnishes a good excuse to
take an evening walk to the high
places in the city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27
IRISH AMERICANS
FINANCED SIR ROGER
EASEMENT ACTIVITIES

New York. April 26.-That the activ.
tiles of Sir Roger Easement were part
~ financed by Irish-Americans who con-
tributed more than 100000 to the cause
was the assertion made here today by
jeremiah A. OLeary, director Of the
United Irish Societies Of the city and
president of the American Truth Socie-
ty.
Mr.. OLeary and other prominent
observation-disclosures here who favor Irish
independence insisted, however, that
there. was no connection between Sir
Rogers expedition and the Dublin re-
volt.
While here" Mr.. O'Leary said, "sir
Roger made no secret of the uses the
money he asked for was to be put. He
stated that from the public platform
that he expected to purchase arms and
ammunition for Irish volunteers"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27
ANNUAL MEETING
OF N E. w SPAPER
PUBS. ASSOC'T'N

New York. April Disqualification at the
results of the past years work of the or
ganization was expressed by Herbert L.
Bridgman of the Brooklyn Standard
Union in his report as president of the
American Newspaper Publishers Assocla-
ton which opened its annual meeting here
today. The success Of the associations
contest in the freight rate case which
resulted in postponing any increase from
September. 1915. to March. 1916, President
Bridgman said. saved the associations
members about $250O0o. Dues were In
creased to wipe out a deficit without
complaint or the loss of a member.
At luncheon of the bureau of adver-
Using which followed the forenoon ses-
sion. addresses were made by William III.
Field of the Chicago Tribune, Louis WI
ley Of the New York Times, G. Edward
Buxton. Jr., of the Providence Journal
and J. F. Mackay of the Toronto Globe
officers will be elected tomorrow
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27
W|NSLOW

Sherburn Brann OF Groveton NJ n,
formerly of this town. has been promoted
to night superintendent Of a paper mill
at that place.
The ninth grade will hold a social at
the clubhouse Thursday evening
Halifax Chapter, ID. A. r.. met Monday
afternoon with Miss Sadie Morrow. The
regular business was followed by a pro-
gram consisting of: Roll CALL quotations;
discussion. What Kind of Magazine Ar
ticles Are We as People Demandingo"
opened by Mrs Reynolds The after
noon was much enjoyed. Dainty refresh
ments were served by the hostess
Winslow Grange presented the five-act
drama Escaped from The Law at Cit
liens hall, Vassa1boro, Tuesday evening,
with good success.
Miss Mildred Paine has been the guest
of relatives at Augusta.
George Paine, George Bassett and JOS
eph Eaton have been enjoying a pleasure
trip. They visited Scion and MANY place,
Of interest.
Mrs. Mary Dunbar and Miss Sybil Dun.
bar returned Tuesday evening from Rock
land after a weeks visit. Mrs Dunbar
was called there by the death of her
father.
Mrs. Frank S. Garland. Mrs. Bent D.
Patterson. Mrs. Frank Smiley and Mrs.
w. w. Clapp, who have been with the
party of AZ conducted by Miss Maude NJ.
Merrick of Waterville. returned Tuesday
evening. Mrs. Samuel Chaffee and Mrs.
Harry Norton stopped over in Boston,
The party visited points of interest at
Philadelphia. passed a week at Washing
ton, where they had the pleasure Of shak-
ing hands with President Wilson, and
through the courtesy Of the wife of Sem
ator johnson the Winslow party was
shown around The party enjoyed tho
Hippodrome at New York last Saturday
evening. Easter Sunday and Monday
were passed in New York.
Alfred lie Clair and family Of Wa
terville passed the week end with Mr..
and Mrs. Joseph LIE Clair.
Francis Bushey of Waterville has re-
turned home after spending his va
cation at j. H. Bailey's.
Mrs. Lucius Chase and little daueh-
ter are guests of Mr. and Mrs. Charles
Downs.
Clement Downs, who has been at
home for the vacation, has resumed his
studies at the normal school at Cor
ham.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27
DODD'S OUTPOST
HAS ENGAGEMENT
LOSS REPORTED
American Concerns Prepare to
Reopen Plants in Northern
Mexico - Confidence in Gen.
eral Obregon

FL Paso, Tex. April pa report was
received here today that Colonel Dodd's
advanced cavalry detachmentS had an
gagement several days ago in which
both sides suffered losses. 1t was not
indicated whether the battle was with
Villa bandits or with Carranza troops.
AS an indication OF their confidence
that serious trouble will be avoided be-
three important American concerns
made preparations today to reopen
their plants in northern Mexico
The Alvarado Mining Co.. operating
near Parral; the Compania Agricola.
with plant at La Boquilla and the
National Mines & Smelter Co, with
headquarters at Magistral, have ar
ranged to send 40 mine operators into
Mexico next Monday. These men have
been given permission by the de facto
government to carry guns and ammu
milton to protect themselves against
the rowing bands of bandits who still
infest Chihuahua.
The confidence shown by the mining
companies is not, however. based en-
tirely on the protection which the de
facto government can give them. az
cording to one OF their executives.
This man said that he believed that
the American troops are going to re-
main in Mexico until the situation
again became normal and that he and
his colleagues We're relying on the ex-
pectation that they could call on
United States soldiers for help in the
event Of serious trouble.
At the same time there is consider
able confidence among an important
element of the people here in General
Obregon. The restraint shown by the
people of northern Chihuahua over the
entry Of American troops into Mexico
is believed to be largely due to the in
f1uence Of Carranza's minister Of war.
1t is pointed out that General Gavira,
commander at Juarez, is a personal ap-
pointee Of General Obregon and that
his constant and successful efforts to
avoid friction with this country is I'M
questionably a reflection Of the attitude
Of his military, chief.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27

but less than twenty-five years
service shall, subject to such exam
ination as the President may pre-
scribe have the rank pay and all
loWanceS of captains. Dental sur
geons of more than twenty
years service shall, subject to such
examination as the President NAV
prescribe, have the rank, pay and
allowances of ma jor: Provided,
That the total number Of dental
surgeons with rank, pay and allow
ances of major shall not at any
time exceed fifteen: And provided
further, That all laws relating to
the examination of officers of the
Medical Corps for promotion shall
be applicable to dental surgeons"
Preparedness for Maine.
With all the preparedness that the
present Congress is vOting-prepared-
ness that will cost the tax PAYERS
probably s200,000,OOO extra during the
coming year-it may be of some inter-
est to Maine to know how much of the
new military and naval enterprises will
be visible in that State. Quite a sum-
as already told in the Kennebec Jour-
lenses at Portland. including a power
full 16-inch gun or two, which can
shoot farther out to sea than any coast
defense gun that Portland has ever
seen. Perhaps, after while some mo-
bile equipment for coast defense will
also he seen along the Maine shore
but. that. if it comes, will not be for
year or two vet.
Maine frequently sees more or less of
the Atlantic fleet, which occasionally
steams up that way and anchors in
some of the better harbors of the Pine
Tree State. This Atlantic fleet will as
suredly be stronger and better from
this time on and in the course Of time
will undoubtedly include several more
modern dreadnaughts. 1t seems very
certain that this session of Congress
will authorize a goodly quota Of sub
marines and, when constructed. larg-
err submarine f1otilla will be seen oc-
casionally in the vicinity of the old
State. Possibly some of them will be
stationed quite constantly in the vi
cinity of Portland. In all probability
more ships of the new navy will make
the Kittery Yard their home port and
crea Sed.
There is a good prospect that some
of the aeroplanes that Congress is au-
thorizing will be utilized for a coast
patrol in Maine. the Importance of such
a military adjunct in that quarter hav-
ing been much emphasized in recent
months. Certainly the coast artillery
force at Portland will be considerably
augmented.
With the larger army. both regulars
and militia, it is expected the War De-
partment will establish a few more mo-
bile posts, where two or three brigades
at least of troops. can be quartered
and drilled. Whether there is any
chance Of one OF these mobile posts be-
ing established in Maine remains to be
determined. 1t is more or less pos
sible.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27

properly exercise force to compel sur
render"
Defining warship, the statement de-
clares that 1.-The size of the vessel,
strength Of armament and it's defensive
or offensive force are immateral." This
provision clearly recognized the subma-
rine.
A captured merchantmen. it contends,
may be sunk only if it is impossible to
take it into port and after all on board
have been put 'in aplaceofsafety."
The right to sink a neutral mercha mt
ship is held to be "doubtful'' in any cir
cumStances.
The statement is about 300 words long
and is intended to set forth in the Ian
guage Of international law the precepts
by which the United States will be gov
erned in its action in any circumstances
growing out of the naval warfare Of the
European belligerents. 1t will have a
PREACHING bearing on submarine oper-
atoms.
Secretary Lansing also announced that
copies of the statement have been deliv-
cred to the embassies and legations of all
foreign powers in Washington so they
may be fully advised of the future policy
of the United States in dealing with the
subject
Secretary Lansing announced in connec-
ton with publication Of the statement
that the United States has reiterated to
Great Britain it's request for the orders
of the admiralty to British merchant cap
tains which Germany alleges ordered de-
struction of submarine The orders will
have a bearing on the administration of
the new principles
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27

charge such liabilities. as ordinary
debts to tradesmen.
Third. it is not contemplated tina.
assistance to be granted in any indi-
vidual case should exceed 104 pounds
per annum. b..
Fourth persons desiring relief viii
be required to make application in pre-
scribed form.
Fifth. these applications will he in
vestigated locally by commissioners. es
pecially appointed for the purpose. Com
missioners will make recommendation )
to central committee who will De
authorized to make grants
Debate therupon arose in which the
following members took part:
Carson Disapproves
Sir Edward Carson, Sir John A. ST.
mon, Mr.. Wardle. Norville Holme, Ell
lis j. Griffith, Andrew Bonar Law, Sir
Henry Dalziel, Captain Amery. Sir liver
Herbert. Mr.. Sherwell. Mr. Billing, Mr..
King. Mr.. Morrell. Sir Mark Sykes, Sir
Arthur Markham and Colonel Church.
i'll.
The debate lapsed at II o'clock
Before the rising of the House it
was arranged that tomorrow's sitting
be held under the same conditions as to-
days
The government scheme to give the
voluntary system another trial, as ex-
planned in the secret session of Par
lament yesterday has not met with the
approval of Sir Edward Carson. leader
of the Ulster Cnionists and his con-
scriptionist supporters Sir Edward
again has given notice Of his intention
to move resolution demanding equal
sacrifice from all men of military age.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27

ing several months with her son, &C
companied by Mr.. Witherell.
Miss Violet York has returned from
the Sisters hospital in Waterville
where she was operated on for ap-
pendicitis.
All Of the labor liens on the bank
rupt Schmick Handle and Lumber Co.
which were left in the hands Of H. L.
Hunton for collection will be paid i'm
mediately at his office.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27
Mrs. Rose e. Sedqley

Mrs. Rose Evelyn Sedgley, aged II
years. died at her home, Heath street,
Wednesday. after a long illness. Mrs
Sedgley was formerly a resident Of
skowhegan but for the past seven
years has been living in Waterville.
She is survived by son. Frank NJ.
Sedgley with whom she lived. Prayers
will be said at the house at $50 Friday
morning, Rev. Arthur S. Phelps of the
First Baptist church officiating, and the
will be taken to skowhegan for
burial.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27
VASSALBORO

NORTH-Raynold E. O'Keefe, son
Of Mr.. and Mrs. William OKeefe of
North vassalboro, died Tuesday af-
ternoon at the age Of one year and
seven months. The funeral will be at
1890 A. NJ. Thursday from the home
and the burial will be at North Vas
Salboro.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27
Fifty Thousand Men
Before Consumption

Premier Asquith's Statement at Secret Session
of Parliament Regarding Military Compulsion
Made Public declares Government Will Ask
Parliament for Compulsory Power unless Vol
unteers Come Forth Before Last of May
Statement Gives Particulars of the Expansion
of the Army
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27
NEAL BALL WILL BE
WITH BRIDGEPORT

Bridgeport. CT, April 26.-The Bridge
port club of the Eastern League, 1t was
announced today, has secured Neal Ball
of the Toronto International League club
as manager and second baseman. Ball
was formerly with the Cleveland Amsrs,
cans and the Boston Ameristns.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27

Luke Ivers, assistant chief Of the
Waterville Fire department, is named
as one of the floor directors at a grand
concert and ball to be given by the fire.
men of Pittsfield on Monday evening.
May l. A number from this city are
planning on attending.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27

More than carload Of theater-goers
went from this city Wednesday evening
to attend the performance given at the
Augusta Opera house by William Hodge,
The crowd left the city on a special
car and the regular left here at $40
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DODD VICTORIOUS
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that the Carranza government had agreed
to remove all restrictions on the export
alton of leather and hides effective May
l, but refused any concession from its
new mining decree. He said American
mining interests in Mexico would have to
determine whether they would proceed in
the mining industry in accordance with
the new regulations. These are regarded
as onerous on large operators.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27

There will be a stated meeting Of
Martha Washington Chapter. Order Of
the Eastern Star. at the Masonic hall
Friday evening. at AS at which the de-
gree work will be conferred and refresh
mentS will be served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27

Bliss Knapp, c. S. B. Of Brookline,
Mass, will lecture on Christian Sci
ence at the Unitarian church in this
city on Monday evening, May l, under
the auspices of the local church. Mr.
Knapp is a pleasing speaker and is
thoroughly familiar with his subject.
The lecture is free to all.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27
MEETING
OF SCHOOL BOARD

regular meeting Of the board Of edu-
cation was held Wednesday evening at
the city council rooms. 1t was called to
order shortly after o'clock by Chair
man Knight and the report of the last
meeting was read and accepted. Roll Of
accounts No. 1856 was passed carrying for
the common schools $sl52N for and $s11.-
3. Chairman knight read Q report re-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27
WATERvILLE

Coach Harvey Cohn Of the Colby
track team is wearing the smile that
won't come off, reason he is the proud
parent of a fine young son. born We'd
neSday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-27
Us. Attitude Toward
Armed Merchantmen

President Wilson Directs State Department to
Make Public Statement Defining Country's
Stand as to the Right of Merchant Ship to
Arm for Protection Only and Declares Against
Those Armed for Aggression Seeking Neutral
Hospitality
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R. F. D. ORDER

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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-11
Why Do You Suffer
Painful Twinges ?
Backaches, Headaches, Lumbago and
Rheumatic Pains Quickly Disappear
Before New Remedy.

1t is no longer necessary for any one to
suffer with that headachy, all-run-down
feeling that is often the result Of kidney
trouble.
It is no longer necessary for you to con-
tend with disagreeable bladder and uri-
nary disorders or be tortured with rheu-
matism. stiff or swollen joints or the
heart-wrenching miseries that follow as
result Of neglected or poorly working kid
neys. Solvax quickly and surely relieves
all such troubles.
Solvax is a wonderful discovery that
has always been so uniformly successful
that every package is sold under posi-
tive guarantee to refund the money II 1t
does not relieve the worst case OF kidney
disorder.
Your money back II you want It," Is
the way Bowditch-W Webster Co., the popu-
lar druggists. have selling this great kid
my remedy. A guarantee like that
speaks eloquently for the merit Of Solvax.
Do not suffer another minute. solvax
will relieve you. II 1t doesn't. tell Bow
ditch-Webster Co. that you want your
money back and they will cheerfully re-
fund IL
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-11

In the federal court at New York,
Tuesday, Judge Harland B. Howe, in
sentencing Robert Fay, who was con-
victed Of conspiring to destroy NUM-
ton ships Of the allies, said:
According to your testimony you
committed grave crime against Ger
many by deserving your post and coun-
try, where you were engaged in law
full warfare, to come here where you
have committed still graver crimes
against this nation for the purpose of
helping Germany in the war. Altogeth-
er too many things have been happen
ing in this country since the war
commenced This court is going to con-
vince you and thoroughly warn others
that this country is not a proper place
in which to carry on the war and that
our laws are still binding notwith-
stand the war in Germany"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-11
A CLEAR COMPLEXION
Ruddy Cheeks-Sparkling Eyes
Most Women Can Have
Says DR.. Edwards, Well-Known
Ohio Physician

DR.. F. M. Edwards for II years treated
scores Of women for liver and bowel all
ments. During these years he gave to mis-
patients prescription made OF few we'll
known vegetable ingredients mixed with
olive oil, naming them DR.. Edwards Olive
Tablets, you will know them by their olive
color.
These tablets are wonder-workers on the
liver and bowels. which cause normal
action, carrying off the waste and poison
Gus matter that ones system collects.
II you have pale face, sallow look. dull
eyes, pimples, coated tongue, headaches. a
listless. no-good feeling, all out of sorts. in
active bowels, you take one Of DR.. Edwards
Olive Tablets nightly for time and note
the pleasing results ..f.}~'@e
Thousands Of women as well as men.
take DR.. Edwards Olive Tablets now and
then just to keep in the pink Of condition.
DR.. Edwards Olive Tablets, the success
full substitute for calomel - 10c and 25c
GER box. All druggists.
The Olive Tablet Company. Columbus. o.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-11

Good Will, Me, May 1.-(Special)-
Music is the most pleasant form of
amusement at the Good Will schools
for the teachers as Well as the pupils
Good VIII has always taken pride in
the singing of the boys and girls.
Visiting speakers never fail to speak
of its heartiness and spirit. With the
exception of Miss Faith Hinckley and
the piano teacher the spare time of the
Good Will people is devoted to music.
Miss Faith Hinckley succeeded Miss
Alice Hinckley (Mrs. David r. Porter)
as musical director of Good Will and
her enthusiasm and faithfulness have
been large factors in the success of
the vocal and instrumental music.
Good Will has had several good male
and this year a girls quar-
tet has done excellent work.
For the first time, this year, q
chorus of so voices with the orchestra
represented Good Will in a music ex-
hlbition and prize speaking contest at
SkoWhegan. This contest was par
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-11
WISCASSET

The boys Of w. A. won its first game Of
baseball for the season on Saturday last.
They defeated Boothbay to g. On
Wednesday, May 10. they will play Lin
coin Academy.
Mr.. Wilband is building a fine new
house on the lot next to the Congrega-
tional parsonage.
E. Fred Albee has purchased the house
owned by Mr.. York and intends moving
into it for the summer
Miss Ruth Jackson was home from
Whitefeld over Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. P. Bowdoin were in
Portland Saturday.
The Ladies Of the CONGREGATIONAL
church will hold a sale in Franklin hall
on Wednesday evening. The proceeds are
for the benefit Of II bell fund.
Mrs. Gertrude Sortwell has opened her
summer home on Main street
Mrs. Hodge has moved from her home
on Middle street to Dixfield,
Mr.. Ward and Mr.. Hall, our pop,lar
blacksmiths. are contemplating moving
to Bath to open a shop there. Their
many friends wish them success.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Dow were in Rath
Wednesday on business
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-11

The enthusiasm in this music stpaJ
is clearly manifest, by the fact ,bs.
music is maintained in the Good WV
school by the spare time which IN.
teachers and pupils are able to pr
into it. The Good Will orchest,
quartet and band are winning for them.
selves name in the musical circles n
the locality. No function of social i'm.
portance seems complete without m
presence Of one or all of these partis
of musicians. The Good Will orches
ira and quartets have met with fayo.
able comment by their appearances a.
the Benton Grange occasions. TIN
Good Will band was put into good us
at the First Annual Conference Of III.
Secondary Schools of Maine, whls
took place at Fairfield, and at whia
over 200 boys from all parts Of III.
State attended. The orchestra aIs
played at some of the convent.n
meetings. Much of the success Of ths
Good Will musical circles is due I'M
members of the faculty who have CIV.
en- so much Of their time for stead
and conscientious work.