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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
HARRY A. YOUNG
Leading Contractor and Builder at This
End Of the County-DeaIs in Hard
ware, Household Utensils, Does
Plumbing, Heating and Sheet Metal
Work.

AT this time it may be stated that
about seven-eighths Of the business
blocks and residences of Jackman and
vicinity have been erected under con-
tracts awarded to Harry A. Young. a
carpenter and builder of many years
experience. He located here three
years ago, coming from Greenville,
where he had engaged in business for
13 years. He undertakes contracts for
the erection of buildings of wood,
stone. brick or cement, large or small,
and does alteration and job work of
all kinds. Not only does he do the
building work itself, but he also con-
tracts for the plumbing and heating,
ventilating and drainage, and metal
work. He maintains a complete metal
working shop, and executes tin, cop
per and sheet metal work in all its
branches.
In addition to the above, Mr.. Young
conducts store in which he handles
all kinds of heavy and shelf hardware,
builders fittings, Rogers paints and
oils, and like materials, also stoves
and kitchen utensils, crockery and
glassware.
Personally, Harry A. Young is a
hustllng, progressive business man,
who has the confidence and esteem of
all who have dealings with him. He
is popular member Of the I. o. o. F.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
LOUBIER'S RESTAURANT
One of the Finest on the Highway ..
tween Rangeley Lakes and ouas'
Under Management of Albert
bier, an Experienced Chef. S'

Jackman is very fortunate in hav;-
one of the finest and best eopinn.,
restaurants and lunch rooms in No,.,
ern Maine. This is Loubier's at J.o,
man Station, opposite the Moose pir.-
House. 1t was opened in August To-.
and is generously patronized. And :,
should be, for it is splendidly eouinr,,
with hardwood floors, steel ceiI;,..
daintily furnished tables, and a han,
some lunch counter, for quick serv;o.
The kitchen is a marvel of order ~,
cleanliness, and the cooking is ~.
sonally supervised by Mr.. Loubi,.
who is ar experienced chef OF man.
years experience. Autosts. tonris,.
and others will find their wants w"
satisfactorily served at "Loubier'sn :.
all times.
In addition to the restaurant f.,
lures, they also handle a splendid u..
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
JAMES MURTHA
Lumber Contractor Who Will Cut Over
100000 Feet This Year.

One of the busiest men of Jackman
this year will be James Murtha. we'll
known in this section for many years.
He has taken contracts to supply
100000 feet Of logs, two million each
to the Jackman Lumber Co. and the,
Page interests, being associated with
John McMahon in the Jackman VEN
ture and with Irving Adams. cutting
for Mr.. Page. He will operate two
different camps. employing upwards of
35 men to each camp. These camps
are splendidly equipped with every
comfort and convenience for the men
and with every modern facility for the
prosecution of the work of cutting out
the logs and getting them to a central
point.
James Murtha is native of St.
Martins. Canada, but has resided on
this side and in Jackman for almost
all his life. He is a popular member
of the Waterville lodge of the B. p.
O.. E., and of the I. O. o. F.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
THE BIG WOOD LAKE CAMPS
One Of the Ideally Located Sportsmen's
Camps Of Northern Maine-SpIendid
Iy Equipped with improvements, Etc.

One could search a long time and not
find finer camps than the Big Wood
Lake Camps at Jackman. situated on
the banks of the beautiful Big Wood
Lake, within a few minutes walk of
the village center, yet so deep in the
woods as to insure absolute privacy.
If you want the real thing in back
woods life you may rough it to your
hearts content at different points in
this vicinity. The camps are all stu
ated on the shores of the Big Wood
Lake, in a wood Of some 80 acres, in
tersected by good private roads, and
with shore front of some 1000 feet,
the waters affording excellent boating.
The camps are provided with boat
landings, also motor boats, canoes and
rowboats. Also, every facility is at
forded for hunting and fishing Each
OF the Henderson camps is provided
with hot and cold water, private baths,
and other modern conveniences.
Edmund A. Henderson makes an
ideal host for the camps, for he has
a thorough knowledge of the require
ments of camp in the great Maine
Woods. He was born and brought I'D
here, and for over twenty years was
one OF the best-known and most pop
ular guides in this part of the state.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
THE DENN1sT0WN co.
Dealers in Fancy. Groceries. Hay and
Grain, lumbermen's Hardware and
Wire Fencing.

: For several years the Dennistown
Company has been a popular head
quarters for food supplies of all kinds,
the stocks embracing the choicest
canned and jar goods, the best brands
of -four. country produce, dairy and
creamery goods, etc, in addition to
smoked and salt meats and provisions.
Furthermore, you will find it profit
able to buy your grain, feed and hay
Of this concern, for they buy in large
quantities in the Very best markets,
and quote the lowest possible prices,
for any quantity. The concern is we'll
situated in its receiving and shipping
facilities, their main store being close
to the c. p. r.
1t is we'll to mention that the Dennis
town Company maintains two stores,
one at each end Of the town, and offers
the best possible inducements to those
who require the finest quality prod
ucts.
Woodsmen, campers and others find
their needs carefully attended 20 here
The Dennistown Company is headed
by B. w. Page. largely engaged in the
logging business in this part of. the
state. He also is owner Of the Dem
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17

ator. He has filled important commits
sions for Hollingsworth & Whitney,
the South Gardiner Lumber Co.. Law
renee Brothers and others, and as ex-
pert timber estimator has covered
great timber tracts in the South and
West. For many years, from 1897
lin which year he was appointed by
President Mckinley until 1914 Uhe
year he resigned) he was Deputy Col
lector Of Customs here.
A few years ago he saw the great
possibilities of this part of the county
for numbering, and through his efforts
the Jackman Lumber Co. finally was
organized, and which is, today, a ire
mendous factor in the prosperity of
Jackman and vicinity. Mr.. Newton
planned. out the location Of the IS or
more camps scattered over the nearly
10000 acres controlled by the.company,
his suggestions also being followed in
the building of the Is or more miles
of standard gauge railroad, and the
various spurs running from it. He is
now general manager, in full charge
of the woods end of the company's
business, under him being fifteen or
more contractors. and some 500 or 600
men operating on this immense tract.
In addition to his activities in Names
timberlands, Mr.. Newton is a trustee
of the Guilford Trust Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17

that it will receive the best OF atten-
ton. At the same time Mr.. Colby's
charges are very reasonable. All kinds
Of jobbing is promptly executed.
Personally, Ambrose Colby is one OF
the hustling. progressive business men
Of Jackman. He is an esteemed men,
Der of the l. o: o. F. lodge.
It is also we'll to mention that Mr..
Colby is a lumber contractor and will
engage in the business this winter,
and has a splendid equipment of horses
and teams for this purpose. He will
cut about two million feet.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
DANIEL HANCOX
Conducts the Largest Quitting Store,
at Jackman-Dry and Fancy Goods
Clothing and Furnishings.

It is ld-eStablished and thorougblr
reliable concerns like this that make
Jackman such an ideal shopping Cen
ter for wide territory at this end Of
the state. For twenty years Daniel
HancoX has been catering to the peO
pie of this section, at all times keen.
ing pace with the growth and deyel9p.
ment of this part of Somerset County
Mr.. HancoA maintains an adjoinin.
store, in which he carries large stocks
of dry and fancy goods, underwear
hosiery and furnishings of all kinds.
small wares and notions and millinery
goods in most pleasing variety.
In the mems department he han.
dies huge stocks of seaSonable cloth.
ing, furnishings, boots and shoes, hats
and caps and the many things re-
quired by woodsmen, campers. hunters
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
FRED PIERCE
Jackmans Expert Watch and Clock
Maker-Deals jim Fine JeweIry, Gift
Goods, Etc.

Fred Pierce is an expert in his line
and does splendid work, at very rea-
sonable prices. His shop in the center
Of the town is attractively arranged,
and splendidly stocked with fine jew
elry, watches and clocks of various
kinds. Also, he deals in plated and
silver ware, cut glass, precious stones,
mounted and unmounted, and holiday
end gift goods of every description.
These goods have been carefully Sc
lected to meet the special needs Of the
people of this section, and are so
priced as to make it matter of every
day economy to trade with Fred
Pierce.
Fred Pierce may be said to be one
Of the pioneer business men of Jack
man and vicinity. He has been To-
Gated here for 35 years. He is a pop
ular member of the Masonic frater-
nifty, of which he is a Shriner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
F. A. DION
Jackman's Variety Store-Headquar.
ters for Sporting Goods Of All Kinds
-Propretary Remedies-ToiIet Arti-
cIes and Preparations, Etc.

One of Jacllman's busiest and most
attractive shops is "Dion's," the larg-
est variety store in this section of the
state. In one department there is a
complete drug shop, with the excep-
ton of the prescription laboratory; in
this section is carried patent {medi-
cines of all kinds. toilet articles and
preparations, perfumes and extracts.
rubber goods and many sick-room and
hospital supplies. Cigars, tobaccos
and large line of pipes and smokers
goods are also to be found in this de-
partment
A pleasing and popular feature at
the Dion Variety Store is the splendid
innovation Soda Fountain, and the
attractive stocks of candies and con-
tections, in bulk or in fancy packages.
For sportsmen there are goods of ey-
cry description,-gun and ammuni
ton. fishing tackle, field necessities
baseball and football supplies and ath-
ietlc goods of all kinds, in most varied
assortment, and at reasonable prices.
Here. too, you will find a complete line
OF kodaks and camera supplies, also
facilities for developing and printing
your prints.
IN other sections Of the big store
there are splendid assortments of
leather goods, souvenir and gift goods
IN endless variety. toys and games.
etc 1t would take columns to enumer-
ate IN detail the endless variety Of
goods carried here. But, there are
scores OF useful and ornamental goods
al carefully selected to meet the spe-
ciai requirements Of the trade of this
part OF the state, and especially of the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
SCENE NEAR JACkMAN, NE,
WEBSTER S. MOORE
Jackman's Popular Headquarters for
Household Furnishings of Every De-
scription-ExEert Funeral Director
and Embaimer.

For many years the people within a
radius of forty miles have come to
Jackman when in need of house fur
nishings of any kind. Here they find
all they need at the warerooms of
Webster S. Moore, who has facilities
for furnishing house from garnet to
cellar, with the best makes of goods.
for parlor. library, bedroom, kitchen.
etc. He prides himself on the splendid
styles, qualities and dependability of
the goods carried, and withal, the yerv
reasonable prices charged, and the lib-
eral terms of payment extended to. re-
sponsible parties. Campers and 9TH
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
JAMES SANDS
Conducts a Popular Restaurant and
Lunch Room-Buys Furs and Hides.

One of Jackman's active business
men is James Sands, who recently
opened a splendid restaurant in the
center of the town, and which has be-
come popular with many who appre-
ciate the excellent cooking, etc. In
addition Mr. Sands carries staple and
fancy groceries of all kinds. choice
confections and imported and domestic
cigars, tobaccos, soft drinks and the
like. Mr.. Sands also buys and sells
furs and hides.
MIR. Sands is a firm believer in the
future growth and development Of
Jackman, for he has invested in prop
erty in the pest section Of the COM
munity. now having for sale num-
her Of splendidly located lots, avail
able either for business or residential
PURPOSES.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
THE NEW MURTHA BUNGALOW, JAckMAN

ers will find all they require in fur
nishings at "Moore's,' and at prices
that make it economy to trade here,
az all times.
In addition Mr.. Moore is thorough
ly skilled embalmer and takes full
charge in directing funerals, his known
tact. etc, being an appreciated factor
in attending the last sad rites to the
dead.
In 6 store adjoining the furniture
department Mrs. Moore conducts a
splendidly equipped dry-goods and mil
linery department.
Webster S. Moore is a member of the
Board of Selectmen, and is affiliated
with several of the fraternal organiza-
lions. Goods are delivered by auto
anywhere in Jackman or throughout
the country generally in this section.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
AMBROSE COLBY
A Thoroughly Capable Blacksmith and
Wheelwright at Jackman-Has Well
Equipped Shops.

Those in need Of a thoroughly expert
blacksmith and wheelwright in this
part Of the state. invariably place their
work with Ambrose Colby Of Jack
man. He has been in business here
for many years, and has the conf
dence Of all who have dealings with
him. He has two shops, one for black
smithing and the other for general
wheelwright work. Mr.. Colby does all
kinds Of blacksmithing. does skilled
horseshoeing, and builds and repairs
wagons, carriages and sleighs. In ad-
dition he makes all kinds of tools for
woodsmen. sharpens axes and other
tools on short notice, some Of the larg-
est contractors in this section placing
their work here, with the assurance
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
ADRIAN NEWTON
Factor in the Growth and Develop
mont Of Jackman and Vicinity. Gen.
eral Manager Of The Woods Depart.
mont Of The Jackman Lumber Co,

The people Of Jackman and vicinity
owe much to the activities Of Abram
Newton. one Of the pioneers in the
development Of this section Of Maine.
He has engaged in the logging BUSH
ness for over IS years, ever since he
was is, at which time he obtained
job as 'swamper." and from this
small beginning passing through the
various occupations until he is now
general manager of the woods depart
ment of the Jackman Lumber Co. At
the age Of nineteen Mr.. Newton was a
foreman. and for years following was
successful as contractor for many of
the largest concerns in New England,
Of late years doing much business for
the Great Northern Paper Co. At one
time he had as partner. in his opera
tions, Henry L. Colby. now State SEN
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17

and others. These goods have been
carefully selected with a view Of meet
ing the special requirements Of this
section, and the lines are at once new
up-to-date and dependable. and wlthai
reasonably priced. Nowhere would you
find better values. You will find 1t a
matter of everyday economy to trade
with Hancox of Jackman.
Personally, Daniel Hancox is one Of
the pioneer business men of this VI
cinity, and is one of the hustling, pro-
gressive business men who are alert
to the possibilities of Jackman ana
this part of the state in general. he
is an esteemed member OF the |. o. o.
F., the Maccabees and other fraternai
orders.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
KELLOGG LUMBER co.
Plant Destroyed Last May BY Fire.
Now Rebuilt and in Active Operation
at Long Pond-Witl Cut Over 12'ooo'-
900 Feet of Lumber This Year.

One of the largest numbering enter
prises in Northern Maine is the KEEL
logg Lumber Co. of Long Pond, about
eight miles from Jackman. on the c.
p. r. The nav mill is located on Long
Pond, into which logs are carried VIA
the Sandy Stream and the Moose
River. These streams penetrate some
81 900 acres Of timberlands, either
owned or leased by the company. The
main mill Of the plant is o2X2OO feet
in dimensions, equipped with three
bands saws, one resaw, two edgers,
etc. In addition there is complete
planning mill with a splendid installa-
ton Of S. A. Woods planning machinery
CT various kinds. The capacity OF the
mill is about 100000 feet per day, most
iy stock lumber. The mill is operated
by 900 h. p. engine and battery of
boilers of like capacity. Sawdust from
various parts of the mill is used for
fuel purposes. The edgings, slabs and
other waste is shipped to paper mills,
at the rate of about a car a day, and
converted into pulp. The other prod
uctS of the company are shipped to
New York and New York points, the
company maintaining a selling agency
at Albany and the general offices at
Utica, \. Y.
At the mills from IS to 100 men are
employed. In the woods there are up
wards of 500 men busy cutting logs
and bringing them to the mill.
The Kellogg Lumber Co. is an in
corporated concern. The officers are
as follows: President. Spencer KEEL
loSs; Vice President Frederick Cleve-
land: Secretary and Treasurer, Fred
s. Kellogg: Superintendent and AS
sistant Treasurer Cat Long PondD. A.
T. H. BloXom.. The superintendent of
the mills and woods department is
Alexander J. Mcintyre, who is well
known to the trade in all parts of New
England. Mr.. Mcintyre has made his
home in Jackman for many years,
where he IS one Of the progressive
business men who are ever alert to
rromote the growth and development
of the community. He has not only
built himself a handsome home, but
he has also shown htk confidence in
the future growth of the town by
building other dwellings for rental and
investment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17

can furnish just what you want. He
has many fine deer heads now ready
for shipment, also an unusually tine
moose head, in addition to fish of all
kinds.
Personally, +. NJ. Trip is a careful,
pajnstakins workman, proud of his
ability to produce the best results.
He is a popular member of the Ma
sonic fraternity and has hosts OF
friends in this vicinity. Inquiries by
mail to Percy NJ. Trip, Jackman, Me,
will receive prompt attention.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17

needs of sportsmen. hunters. campers
woodsmen and others who have come
to regard Jackman as an ideal trading
point.
Adjoining the variety store, Mr.. DION
conducts a first-class billiard and poel
parlor, with modern tables ana
splendid equipment.
F. A. Dion is one of the active busi'
ness men of Jackman, ever alert "
help it's growth and development. NJ
is a popular member of the I. Q. u f.
and other social organizations.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17

The Jackman people of today owe
region as pioneers, saw and appreci-
ated it's beauty and its natural re-
sources and planted here the founda-
tons of the present thriving and fast
growing community. Jackman is on
the main highway between Skowhe-
gan and Quebec, IS miles from the first
named and 1o9 miles from Quebec, on
one of the finest automobile roads in
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17

One cannot speak too highly Of the
splendid highways in and abouE jack
man. We cannot underestimate the
value to the Moose River region of
the new state highway from Jackman
to lockwood and the Kineo station on
the NJ. c. r. r. on the westerly shore
of Moosehead Lake, distance Of 80
miles, now under construction by the
State Highway Commission.
By the united efforts of may Of the
citizens. the plantations, the II. { Il.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17

Of fruits, CONNECTIONS and smokers
goods of all kinds.
Albert Loubier is native of s.
George, Canada, but has been resi-.
dent of the States for - wears
During this period he has been che,
in many of the best hotels of Maine
and has operated restaurants, enc a,
WaterVille for a time. He has con.
Quoted u successful restaurant busi.
ness in Jackman for the past three
years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
RLIN-HOTEL AND CAMPS

nistown Power Co., which supplies
Jackman and vicinity with electricity,
the plant being described elsewhere in
these columns. The store management
devolves upon c. A. Powers, who is a
hustler, progressive. and has the con-
fidence and esteem of all who know
him.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
JaCknlan---the Lumber Town

Busy Had Great Boom During Past Few Yearsm
mense Lumber Industries Employment for Several Tous
and Lumber Co. to Cut 100000 Feet
of for Decade and Morehe Village Has
Doubled Population Since 911Fne Hunting and
Fishing in Locality.
Ladysmith news-budget. [volume] (Ladysmith, Rusk County, Wis.) 1907-1927, 1916-07-07

me with such tale? Have you no
friends?"
"None, monsieur" answered grave.
~, and regretfully, ''other than the
nuns to whom l went to school, and
they are useless in such case.'
He walked across the room, once
twice. his head bent in thought, and
I watched him, half frightened lest
I had angered him.
"Have I done very wrong, mon
sieur?"
He stopped, his eyes on my face
He must have perceived my perplex'
ity, for he srniled again, and pressed
my hand gently.
eff so the angels must judge" ne
answered stoutly. GAS for me, I am
very glad you do me this honor. ]
but seek the best plan Of service,
mademoiselle, for / stand between you
and this sacrifice with much pleasure
You shall not marry Cassion while
wear a sword"
"But not violence, monsieur!'
planning and scheming is not my
way, nor am / good at it. A soldier
of La Sale needs more to understand
ever had faith in Steel seek no quar-.
rel, yet if occasion arise this messen.
ger Of La Barre will find me quite
ready. l know not what may occur
Mademoiselle; merely pledge you my
word of honor that CassiOn will NO
longer seek your hand. The method
you must trust to me-"
Our eyes met, and his were kind and
smiling, with a confidence in their
depths that strangely heartened me. Be.
fore 1 realized the action I had given
him my hand.
81 do, monsieur, and question no
more, though pray for peace between
you Our time is up, sister?'
Eyes, my child" she stood in the
doorway, appearing like some sanity
image. 1.-THE mother sent me-"
D'Artigny released my hand and
bowed low.
II still rely upon your attendance at
the ball?" he asked, lingering at the
door.
Eyes, monsieur"
"And may bespeak dances"
~ cannot say no, although it may
cost you dear"
He laughed gayly, his eyes bright
with merriment.
Faith! most pleasures do find; the
world would be dull enough otherwise.
Till then, mademoiselle, adieu."
We heard his quick step ring on the
stone of the passage, and Celeste
smiled, her hand on mine.
"a lad of spirit that. The Sieur de
la Sale picks his followers well, and
knows loyal hearts. The D'Artignys
never fail"
''YOu know of them, sister?"
81 knew his father" she answered,
half ashamed already of her impulse,
"a gallant man. But come, the mother
would have you visit her"
Ladysmith news-budget. [volume] (Ladysmith, Rusk County, Wis.) 1907-1927, 1916-07-07
SYNOPSIS.

CHAPTER I-Adele la Chesnayne, a
belle of New France is among conspira-
tors at her uncle's house. Cassion, the
CommiSsaire, has enlisted her Uncle Che
vets aid against La Sale D'Artigny,
La Sales friend, offers his services as
guide to Cassions party on the journey to
the wilderness.
CHAPTER 1.-THE uncle informs Adele
that he has betrothed her to Cassion. He
fOrbids her to speak to D'Artigny again.
She decides to implore DArtigny's aid to
save her from CaSSion.