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The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
THE NEWLEYWED
 HAVE ARRIVED
MIR. AND MRS. JOSEPH EUGENE JOHNSON WERE MARRIED IN
 EVERETT, WASH.

MT. j. E. Johnson, who everybody will remember as the genial wireless operator who took the place of the late MT. Boots at the down town office oi the Marconi Wireless System some tive months ago. but who later left for the States, returned on the Humboldt yesterday accompanied by Mrs. John sen, a charming young lady who visit ed here at the same time that MT. Johnson was operator. The young couple eluded all inquisitive mind, al though many suspected. the outcome when they left here. They are stop ping at the Revilla Hotel until MT. Johnson is relieved when he will take up his residence at the wireless sta tion MT. and Mrs. Johnson will make a splendid addition to the social circle in the city, and will no doubt be made welcome.
 The Everett newspaper in reporting the wedding, says:
 One of the pretty weddings of the month was that of Miss Grace Eliza beth Lobley of Dawson and Mr Joseph Eugene Johnson of Everett, which took place Sunday afternoon at the home of MT. Johnson's par ents, MT. and Mrs. F. D. Johnson 2716 Grand avenue. Rev. William E. Randall officiated. The bride was attended by Mrs. Helen Pow ell and the grom by MT. James Chapman. The rooms were abloom with fragrant summer flowers and the ceremony was performed before an altar of exquisite roses and vines. Immediately following the ceremo- ny a collation. was served from the attractively decorated table in the dining room. MT. and Mrs. Johnson left Sunday evening for Alaska and on August 3 will sail on the Humboldt for Ketchikan, Alaska, where MT. John son is connected with the Marconi Wireless Telegraph company. The out-of-town guests were Mrs Powell of Ketchikan, Alaska, MT. and Mrs George w. Johnson and sons, Francis and Donald, of Sedro-Woolley, MT and Mrs M. J. Moore of Honolulu.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
MIR. SEATTlE's SUCCESSOR AP-
 POINTED.

A report has reached here that Mir. Beattie's successor has been appoint ed in the person of MT. Hawksworth, formerly of Hydaberg where for sev- eral years he was the government agent conducting the Natives busi- ness and school. MT. Hawksworth is capable man and well liked by all who know him. The Natives of this division are to be congratulated oh their good fortune according to all reports.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
titles.

What is said to be a strike of con siderable importance is reported to have been made on the Stewart ground adjoining Boulder creek on the west side of Snake river a short distance from the properties of the Dakota-Alaska Company. Reports concerning a strike on this property various reasons the owners kept the were in circulation last fall but for matter hushed up until more de1u;e knowledge of the extent and richness was obtained. It is now learned that pay running from two to ten cents to the pan and from five to six feet in depth was uncovered in three shafts during the fall and winter Develop ment work this spring is said to have disclosed fifteen feet of pay averag ing about the same value .n f34ria shaft located a considerable distance from the others. Sample pans taken from the dump are said to run from two to twelve cents while grab sam pies taken from the buckets as they came up show an average of six cents The ground is fifty one feet to bed rock and is drained by a tunnel 1,40( feet in length run during the past two years.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
THEY ALL ENJOYED
 THEMSELVES IMMENSELY

With an ideal day for picnics, 67 ; .lhors Of the Catholic church left .As -rjay -aorning about II o'clock gnd u2do straight for the first point neG~est to Warls Cove. During the Gas 9r.cds parties visited the By ProIu-t Company plant as well as the Wards Cove eannery.
 he G2y was spent in foot and boat racing with some swimming and eat ing. The party reports a pleasant outing.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
R. HICKMAN GOES TO JUNEAU.

Representative J. R. Heckman left yesterday afternoon on the Humboldt for Juneau and will attend the divis- ional republican convention that is to be held commencing Wednesday and at which candidates for the ter ritorial legislature will be nominated.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
INSANE PEOPLE TO WESTWARD

Seven insane men and other prison CTS were brought in today by the Unit ed States Cutter Unalga from different points in the west Among the pris- oners is Red" Mclean who is charg- ed with the brutal murder of his wife at Nushagak. Two other prisoners are Simean Bereskin, a native who is accused of shooting Jim Harris at Cold Bay. Emil Anderson and Jesus Hurdado were also brought down to answer the charge of assault with in tent to kill
 The Unalga will leave for Valdez tomorrow morning and all the prison CTS will be taken to that town.-Sew, ard Gateway.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

Much freighting is reported going on to the creeks and many large out fits are being sent out for various parties The great majority of the mining operators are only just con- mencing to get down to business ow- ing to the general backwardness of the season. Arrivals from the hills re- port that there is still much frost in the ground in several localities and snow continues to finger in the deeper gulches.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
FIRST M. :. CHURCH.

Sunday church service at Il a. m., and 7:30 p. m. Thursda, prayer meet ing S:3O p. m. Friday choir meets at 8 D. m. First and third Wednesday af- ternoon at 2:30 Ladies Aid Society," II. w. Kitchener, Pastor.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
ST. JOHNS EPISCOPAL CHURCH

ST. JOHNS EPISCOPAL CHURCH.
 Sunday--8 a. m, Holy Communion, (except first Sunday m the month) 10 a. m. Native Sunday school; Il a. m. Morning prayer and sermon. (Holy Communion first Sunday in month ) 12 m. Sunday school; 7:3O Evening prayer and sermon; Holy Days-10:90 a. m, Holy Communion; Tuesday: s D. m., St. Johns Social Club, Guild room; Wednesday,: ? D. IT,, Native Womens Guild Indian school house; Thursday: 2:30 D. m, St. Johns Guild room; 7:30 p. m, St Johns Athletic Club, Boys. Guild room; Friday: p. m, Choir rehearsal, Guild room. A sincere welcome is extended to all especially to newcomers.-Rev. Harold II. Kelley, Pastor.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
CATHOLIC CHURCH.

Low Mass at 8:S0 9. IT,; High Mass at 1O:3O a. m; Sunday School at 2:S0 p. m.; Sunday Yespers at 7:3O p. m; Week Day Mass at 8 a. m.--Rev. Paul P Kerns, Pastor
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
This house and lot for sale cheap Apply to M S Smith
 TWO ACRES OF LAND INCLUDED.
NOTICE.

Taxpayers are hereby notified that on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, Aug. 2, s and 9, the council will meet as board of equalization to adjust any errors in real or personal taxation that may be brought to its attention.
 M. J. HANEGHAN,
 Mayor.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

Although considerable snow still lies in the deeper gulches freighting to the Casadepaga is reported going on in good shape over the railroad track. The line is open to the operation of the gasoline car as far as Butte creek. Beyond that point the hauling is done with teams.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
NOTICE.

Owing to being absent from the city, the photo-mirror coupons will be extended to Sept. 18th.
 w H. BERGSTRESSER (adv. Photographer.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
NOTICE.

Ladies' Utopia Sewing Club will give a social dance at Red Mems Hall on Saturday, August 12
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

Leaving for the west coast on the mail boat this morning were F. Brady Mrs Kelley and D. Coulta.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

Tho work of tearing down the ia nous bridge across Snake river is un- der way and the new structure to b erected by the road commission will soon commence to rise on the ruins of that ancient relic of past municipal folly.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
Walk-Over shoes at Fields.

The Daily Progressive-Miner is for sale at both the Walker Drug store and the Ryus Drag Store.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

New Georgette crepe at Heck mans. adv. St
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

All grades mems underwear at Fields. adv.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SOCIETY. Front Street, Ketchikan, Alaska. Sub iect for July 30, LOVE"
 Regular services Sunday Il a. m. Wednesday evening reading and song services at s p. m. All are welcome.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

Walker Drug Co sells Red Feather Toilet articles. 1w
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

Boys, young men and mems suits at the specialist, Fields. adv
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

New shipment of ladies and misses rain cots at Fields adv.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
NEWS FROM NOME.
(From the Nugget.)

NOME, July 27-The Solomon river dredges are all reported in action with the one exception of the Flowers machine The latter boat is expected to start digging within a day or two.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

Strong line of ladies' union suits at Heckman's. adv 3t
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
AT THE HOTELS.
AT THE STEDMAN.

G. Locker. John Evans l.. Rosenwald Mrs. T. Stewards and family. Esther McCue. Sam McCue Margaret Hamilton. Mrs. F. Benson. L. Hahn T. J. Griffiths. Capt o. J. Humphrey. o. J. Humphrey, Jr. J. Ross. H. German. Mrs. w. S. Kelley. Mir nd Mrs Spillman.
 AT THE REVILLA. J. Anderson. F. Anderson. o. Nordstrom. J. Costello. P. Ryan. J. Gribben. J. T. Jones. J. Hughes. F. E. Parson. J. c. Black Miss Naomi Black, Los Angeles c. H. Van Alta and Wife, Leadville Colorado J. E. Johnson and wife, Seattle r. Alright, Victoria, E. c.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

New line of ladies wais at Ice mans. adv. 3t
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

Navy blue flannel shirts sizes 14la to IS, at Fields-the good kind. adv.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
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Separate pants at Fields. adv
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

The Gibson suit for Ladies' at Fields. adv.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
TGEIIkAN

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The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07
KETCHIKAN CIVIC CLUB.

Meets every first and | hird Tues day evening at 8 p. m, q: the Coun cil Chambers. All women interest ed in the welfare of ovr city arr cordially invited to attend.-Sec. E ? Dickinson. M ?
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

Michael Stern and Post Graduate clothing at Field, the specialist. adv.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

The Progressfve-M Miner one year $6.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

G.-D. Corsets at Fields.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

A few girls coats at Fields. adv.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

Scheelite hunters continue to roam the hills in search of the elusive streaks of this particular mineral. Many of those who have spent the earlier days of spring in the quest have returned and report that scheel- ite is not so abundant in the hills as it was before the snows had de. parted. The mineral apparently is in pockets as no indications of a lengthy pay streak have so far been discover ed even on those creeks which are known to contain considerable quan-
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

Natives succeeded in landing a small white whale on the beach in the rear of the Board of Trade yesterday morning. This is said to be about the first of the etacesns to come to grief in the vicinity of Nome this year Ben Nyggren, king of the local whal- CTS, asserts that there is run of white whale earlier in the season but that not many are landed here be- cause of ice conditions. The best run of the season for local whale fishers commences in August
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

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The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

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The daily progressive-miner., 1916-08-07

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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-12

A charming five part comedy drama,
Merely Mary Ann" adapted from Is
rael Zangwilrs famous stage play. is
the headline attraction at the Colonial
for Friday and Saturday. Merely
Mary Ann is quite a compelling young
Miss of seventeen. And as the pretty
young actress, Vivian Martin sets her
forth, she has such a wholesome at
mosphere of sentiment that is sincere
affection, of capacity for gladness and
Of innocence about her. that bravely
buckling down to the hard job OF a
slavery in a lodging house. she seems
like a golden ray of Fairyland shining
through to hard world The story is
fresh with many bit of humanity that
has never been shown before or
seems as new as though it new
err had and that is all that is
desired. 1t is a picture that merely
things as they are, but to draw a con-
trast between things as they are and in
Merely Mary Ann" just there and no
where else, just in her own corner of
the picture, things as we would like
to think they are And the ending is
as happy as that of Cinderella. Mere
ly Mary Ann" because of it's ability to
bring laughter and tears is a picture
that will appeal universally.
In the surrounding programme will be
the 18th episode of Graft entitled
1.-The Pirates Of Finance" humorous
Pathe comedy and others.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-12
AUTOS IN MlxUP
Thursday Afternoon on Water Street
Damage, However, 10 Slight

A head-on collision of automobiles oc-
Cured at about o'clock Thursday att
ernoon on Water street in front OF the
Maine Central station. happily however
without any serious results. The big
car Of the State Highway Commission,
in charge of the driver. Eugene Saw
telle. was standing close to the curb
ing of the sidewalk on the west side OF
the street, when a car owned by A. A.
Soule and driven by E. G. Tillman came
down the street, the driver being en-.
gagged in taking the car to Mr.. Soule's
home, and when in order to avoid d
team the driver turned his car in to.
ward the sidewalk, the car struck the
forward end Of the State Highway car
badly damaging the 'bunter." but ap
parently doing no further damage. L
was not learned that the Soule car wa:
damaged except for bending mut
guard Mr.. Soule arrived on the scen'
shortly after the collision and the mat
ter Of damages was satisfactorily ad
justed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-12
P|TTSF|ELD
M. C. l. Planning for 18th Ami.
versary Celebration; the
Committees Appointed
CONDENSED NEWS BRIEFS
AND PERSONAL CHAT

The various committees in charge of the
celebration of the 18th anniversary of
Maine Central institute to be held June
9-l5 are busy making definite plans for
the event and arranging for the several
entertainments to be given that week.
One of the biggest features of the an
niversary will be the class reunions. This
year special effort will be made to have
the five year class reunions. Members
of the executive committee of the alumni
association are receiving letters from
alumni all over New England who are
planning to return to NJ c. /. for the
anniversary. The following ar the fiji
GERS of the alumni association and the
members of the different committees in
charge, of the anniversary celebrations
President, c. 3. Haskell; vice president
Florence Buxton; secretary. Minnie Por-
ter treasurer, Blanche Maxfield execu-
tive committee, Russell Craig, Richard
| Berry, Ethel HASKELL play committed
Florence Buxton; notification committee,
; Nellie Rand; athletic committee, Ray
Badger; relic committee. Mrs. Evelyn
! Call: decoration committee, Mrs. T. +.
Getchell; entertainment committee, Miss
Nettie Runnalls, Walter Hazeltine; press
committee, Mrs. S. r. Oldham Mrs O.
II. Drake, Linwood Badger
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-12
AN AUGUSTA Interview
Mr.. Hanks Tells His Experience.

The following brief account Of an
interview with an Augusta man over
ten years ago, and its sequel, will be
read with keen interest by every
citizen.
w. A. Hanks. contractor, 81 Muir
ray ST.. Augusta, says: Il suffered
from my back and kidneys for quite
a long time. Each attack seemed to
get more severe. 1t was only with a
great effort that l could stoop and
the exertion caused sharp pains.
When l was having a spell Of that
kind. friend advised me to try
Doan's Kidney Pills, saying that they
had cured him. 1 got supply Of this
remedy at Willis r. Partridge's Drug
Store and less than two boxes cured
the attack
The above statement was given
January IA, 1905 and OVER SEVEN
YEARS LATER, Mr.. Hanks said:
"Doan's Kidney Pills have done me a
world Of good and I have recommended
them to a great many people. / confirm
my former statement with pleasures"
Price soc, at all dealers. Don't simply
ask for kidney remedy-get Doan's Kid
ney Pills-the same that Mr.. Hanks has
twice publicly recommended. Foster
Milburn Co.. Props. Buffalo. n. 7.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-12
OPERA HOUSE
Marguerite Clark in "MoIIy Make Be-
Iieve," Ninth Thrilling Chapter OF
"The Girl and the Came" Others.

The many thousands who have real
Eleanor HalloWell Abbott's celebrated
story, Molly Make Believe" will rec
ognize at once that Marguerite Clark
is ideally suited to play the role of the
delightful little Molly, one of the most
lovable little characters in all fiction.
Though the story is essentially roman
tic and comic in it's main theme, there
are some remarkable. pathetic scenes
and powerful dramatic incidents which
combine to make this an exceptional
photoplay.
Many thrills are exploited in the
ninth chapter of the interesting serial
photoplay, The Girl and the Game, ;
featuring the dare devil Of the screen,
Miss Helen Holmes.
THE Scar of Cons, fence" an Edison
drama, and Street Takers" are the
offerings from the General Film Co.
| for the week end change.
Monday and Tuesday John Barry
more will be the headline attraction.
-AdVt.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-12
VASSALBORO

NORTH-Last Monday afternoon the
Holly Club met at the home Of Mrs. Chas
Maybry on Bridge street. A large
number of members and visitors were
present. Beside the usual individual work
of the members, the Club as a whole be-
gan work on pillow slips for European
war hospitals. The social hour included
the study of early photographs of mem
bers of the club. But few were able to
tell all the names correctly, time having
wrought great changes in good looks
always for the better. Of course Among
the guests were Mrs. ]. .. Rutter and
Miss Evelyn Rutter. of the NJ. E. parson-
age. who were also elected to member
ship. The hostess and her assistants
served delicious refreshments. The next
meeting will be entertained by Mrs. w.
A. Lord on May %
Observe Mothers day next Sunday.
May n, by going to church,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-12

Clarence Eldridge. left Wednesday for
Sargentville, where they were called by
the illness of Mrs. Foss' sister, Mrs. SIN
clair.
Miss Nettie Runnalls. preceptress al
Maine Central institute and teacher OF
the senior class, with Prof. and Mrs. ).
r. Oldham entertained the members OF
the senior class at an outdoor picnic
Thursday afternoon. Supper was cooked
in the woods A number of the teachers
were members of the party.
The members Of the freshman class a,
M. c. I. will hold a social in Powers
hall Friday evening, May II. The pro-
gram will include drama.
A game of baseball will be played or
Hunnewell field Saturday afternoon be
tween the teams of NJ. c. l. and Bangor
high.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-12
EARLY MORNING BLAZE
Calls Firennen to Bowman Street-Mac-
Donald's Lunch Room Slightly DAM
aged.

An alarm from box 43, at City hall
brought the firemen out at $40 Thurs
day morning, the call being due to the
discovery of an incipient blaze under
the floor Of small one-story frame
building on the west side OF Bowman
street owned by the Titcomb Real Es-
tate Association and occupied by H. E.
Macdonald as a lunch room. Hose
and and Hook & Ladder l were
quickly on hand and made short work
Of the fire. and the about was sounded
at $50.
The cause Of the fire is unknown but
is supposed to have been due to not
ashes. There is no cellar under the
building, which sets on posts. ana
while the floor timbers were slightly
burned the greater part Of the damage
done was due to smoke and water. The
loss will be small and is covered by IN
surance in the c. E. Downing agency
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-12
David kierstead

The death of David kierstead, a re-
spected citizen of the town, occurred
Tuesday night at his home on Hume
we'll avenue after a years illness. He
was II years of age. Mr.. Kierstead was
a resident of this town for number of
years. having been more recently resi-
dent Of Maynard. Mass. Besides wife,
six sons, Stanley, Robert, Archie, Fred
Frank and Walter Kierstead, and two
daughter Mrs. Annie Gray, who lives
in Massachusetts,, and Mrs. Frank Hunt.
er Of this town, survive. all Of whom
have the sympathy Of many friends. The
funeral services will be held at st. Ag-
mes Catholic church Friday at 9 A. NJ.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-12
LAST DAYS OF DEMONSTRATION
Today and Tomorrow Complete Special
Club Sale at EIIinwood's.

The special exhibit and sale of Hoos-
Ter kitchen cabinets at Ellinwood's
continues today and Saturday. The
Hoosier is a wonderful machine that
reyolutionizes kitchen work and it's
bought for a lifetime of service. This
special gold medal sale presents pop
ular club offer of 81 on delivery and
81 weekly. no extra fees, no interest
and money back guarantee.
Remember. the Hoosier cabinet cuts
kitchen work in two. and visit to TINS
demonstration tomorrow will be as val
liable to the up-to-date housekeeper as
a lecture on domestic science. Callers
and patrons may feel free to drop in at
the G. A. Ellinwood Co. and inspect the
Hoosier without any obligation or urg-
ing to buy.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-12
THE kENNEBEc DRIVE
Now in Five.MiIe Island Boom-1he
Earliest Ever

The Kennebec drive is coming along
great this year and the head of the
drive is already in Five-Mile Island
boom, there being 1000. 900 or 100000
logs in the boom. 1t is said that the
boom will be opened to allow the logs
to come down river next Wednesday.
May II. which is two weeks or more
earlier than it was opened in 1915 An
Augusta lumberman said yesterday in
speaking of the drive that never before
had the logs been in Five-Mile Island
boom so early.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-12
LOCAL NOTICE

The Cromwell Bible class commences
it's Friday night meetings at the vestry
Of the Green street Methodist church
this evening At +. NJ. light sup
per will be served, followed by mu-
steal program and other forms of en-
tertainment. A meeting Of the Lay
mems Federation of Augusta will DO
held during the evening in the vestry.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-12
CAPITAL Grange

CAPITAL Grange, No. PAS, will hold
regular session Saturday evening, May
10, at the G. A. r. hall. Mrs. Kate FL
lis Of Waterville will be present and
deliver an interesting lecture on "San-
itation," illustrated with stereopticon
views. A good attendance is desired.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-12

Plans are being made for a ~"
swimming team, to challenge other Y.
NJ. c. A. teams in competitive SWIM
ming and diving this summer. A num-
Der of excellent swimmers have enter
cd the sports at the local "4 and
good five-man team can be selected
from among them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-05-12

LADIES-I have recently installed a
new power hemstitching machine and
will take orders for hemstitching on ali
kinds of material Mrs. F. w. Wiley.
1873 Main Ave, Gardiner, Phone 290.
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