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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13

Jewell, after a few words OF compile
ments, introduced w. B. Moore. execu-
tive secretary Of the Portland Chamber
OF Commerce. Mr.. Moore said that
Portland was the recognized city Of Inn
portance in this State and said that
whatever the Fairfield Board might do
in their own interests. these would help
out. the conditions Of his home. He
said that Portland was for the State of
Maine hrst and Portland second.
! Mr.. Moore's address was one which
caused a great deal Of weight upon
the minds Of those present. Those pres
ent were as follows: L. S. Bray. Abbott
Nelson, William Settler. w. w. Nye.
Desire Baker, Adelbert Greenleaf,
Ralph A. Jewell, DR.. Wallace Fogg. H.
F. Burgess, G. L. Parkin. Ed Kelley
w. w. Merrill, Gardiner Savage, David
King, w. N. Osborne, George Richard
son, Ceplain w. r. Kregar, stillman
Sawyer, r. o. Files, w. J. Bradbury,
Fred Allen,,- Arthur Reynolds. Henry
Totman, Ernest Holman, A. C. Ladd,
Stephen Wing, wallace Hill. DR.. w. H.
Walters, DR.. FL. Robinson, Roger
Nye
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13

Berlin, April II, (B3 Wireless to The
Associated Press from a Staff COrre-
spondent).-The German reply to the
American note concerning the damaging
or sinking Of five steamships, contains
the statement that the steamers Eng
lishman, Eagle Point. Manchester En-
gfneer and Berwindvale were destroyed
by German submarines. Evidence is
given to show that these vessels were
torpedoed legally. in accordance with the
rules Of war.
The note states that a German SUBJ
marine torpedoed a steamship in the vi
entity Of the place at which the cross
channel steamship Sussex was damaged
by an explosion, but that evidence at
hand indicates that the vessel torpedoed
by the submarine was not the Sussex.
In regard to the Sussex, the note
states that only one German submarine
was in the vicinity, and that it torpe-
doed one steamship. The commander
of the submarine made sketch at the
time. This sketch has been compared
with photograph of the Sussex and
has been found to be quite dissmilar
in build, arrangement of stacks, etc.
l hSi SAoic' ~ Is presumed h mine was
responsible for the damaging of the
Sussex. 49,
In the way Of confederation, it is
stated that the German naval forces
destroyed 26 floating mines on that day.
Regarding the cases of the English
man, Manchester Engineer, Eagle Point
and Berwindvale, it is stated they were
signalled to halt. but disregarded the
signals. Thereupon warning shots We're
fired.
The statement is made that the sub
marine commanders assured themselves,
before sinking the ships, that their de-
struction was justified and that the
crews were safely in boats, no man be-
ing left aboard the vessels
Interesting commentary on the theory
that the Sussex explosion was caused
by mine is furnished by a statement
OF q Swiss passenger on that vessel.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13

nels often get sore and slssp II dis
turbed two or three times a night.
This is the time you should consult
some physician Of wide experience
such as DR.. Pierce. Of the Invalids'
Hotel and Surgical Institute, Buffalo,
N. Y. Send him 10 cents for large
trial package Of his new discovery
"Anuric." Write him your symptoms
and send sample OF urine for test.
Experience has taught DR.. Pierce that
"Anuric" is the most powerful agent
in dissolving uric acid, as hot water
melts sugar. Being so many times
more active than lithia, it clears the
heart valves Of any sandy substances
which may clog them and checks the
degeneration Of the blood-vessels. as
well as regulating blood pressure.
"Anuric" is regular insurance and
life-saver for all big meat eaters and
those who deposit lime-salts in their
joints. Ask the druggist for AN
uric" put up by DR.. Pierce. in 5o-cent
packages.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13

The Damon Club, social club, the
members of which are members OF
Havelock Lodge, knights of Pythias,
was organized Wednesday evening in
its new club room on Main street. The
club starts off with a membership OF
90 and at the meeting Wednesday eve
ming the following officers were elect
ed: President, A.. r. Clifford; vice
president, DR.. L. C. Bunker; secretary,
J. A. Montefoire; treasurer, George
Verrill; trustees, D. H. Spaulding, w.
r. Kennison, H. S. Stanhope, John S.
Barnes and Lindon Randall; commit
tee to draw up a constitution and by
laws, Edgar J. Brown, j. H. WEIGH and
Frank j. Goodridge. The club is pleas
antly situated on the third floor of
the Plaisted block in rooms which
have been especially constructed for
them and starts out with the best of
prOSpectS,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13

Here is an estimate Of vessels with
drawn from this country's commerce
since the beginning of the European
war. Germany and Austrian ships in
termed throughout the world, 1924 ships,
6,633,0O0 tons. British ships requisition-
ed, 1900 ships, tonnage not known; Rus
sian ships requisitioned. number un-
known, but about 100000 tons. No re-
liable figures can be gained about the
French and Italian ships taken for war
use, but the number is known to be
large. Perhaps the total number Of
ships lost to trade is 1000. To this must
be added the vast number that has
been sent to the bottom since the war
began.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13
SIDNEY

WEST-The many friends Of Mrs.
Ella Reynolds will be glad to learn that
the broken arm she sustained a short
time ago is getting along well; also that
Mrs. Edwin Lovejoy of North Augusta
is very much improved.
Henry Lyon, who has been confined
to his home for several months, is now
able to call on his neighbors.
Mrs. Ephraim Ballard is suffering
with her knee and is receiving medical
attendance.
Mrs. Lucy A. Robinson, Pond road,
has been very sick the past week with
stomach trouble. She is still under the
doctors care, but at this writing is able
to sit up q part Of the day.
News from Mrs. Thomas Haley Of the
Haley camps, East Sumner, that she had
the misfortune to fall and dislocate her
shoulder, and sprain her wrist.
Madison Bean has been having q Sc.
we're cold.
Mrs. Hattie Lincoln and Ruby and
Everett Newell. Quaker HILL. have been
passing week in the home Of Mr. and
Mrs. Fred Keene.
Mrs. NJ. II. Butler has sold her place
at Sidney corner and will move to Au.
gusta. Her many friends regret that
she is going away.
Mr.. and Mrs. Arthur Lyons of Fair.
field. formerly Of this place, are the
proud parents Of fine baby boy-Rober,
Arthur.
Mr.. and Mrs. c. L. Richardson attend
ed Pomona Grange at Litchfield wednes
day.
The first brood Of chickens reported II
this section are those OF Elsie Barry Of
the Belgrade road.
1fins Laura Lovojoy: who has hoour 4
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13

A meeting of the Ladies' Auxiliary
of the Anti tuberculosis Society was
held Wednesday afternoon with Mrs.
F. E. Boothby on College avenue. Fol-
lowing the business session the ladies
present sewed for the work of the
sana forum. It was voted at the meet
ing to give 500 towards the work Of
the district nurse and it was also voted
to hold a card party at the home of
Mrs. Boothby on May 10 for the benefit
Of the district nurse work.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13
FAIRFIELD BOARD
OF TRADE HOLDS
Great MEETING
Business of Vital Importance to
the Town Was Discussed and
Fine Addresses Delivered

Fairfield, Me-, April 12.-(Special) The
annual Meeting of the Fairfield Board of
Trade was held at the G. A. r. hall at
$50 o'clock Wednesday evening. A fine
Relief Corps which was considered one
of the best ever served at any of the
Board of Trade banquets in town. After
this delicious supper the business meet
ing was called to order by President
Steven Wing. The report of the secretary
was heard and approved. Other small
business matters we're brought before the
meeting and accepted. The report of the
chairman of the nomination committee,
Hiram Burgess, gave his report and Off
GERS for the year 1916-1917 were elected as
follows: President, Ralph A. Jewell; 1st
vice president, w. W. Nye; I'd vice pres
ident William A. Archer; Sec.-Treas.,
Ed. Kelley. Steven Wing gave short
address as retiring president and told
of the work that had been accomplished,
and turned over his Office to- Ralph A.
Jewell. The secretary read number Of
communications which he had received
and one was in regard to Post Card day,
which was brought before their attention
by the Maine State Board of Trade. This
is to encourage people from out Of the
State to pass their vacations or make
their homes in Maine. The post cards to
be used will be views in the State. No
action was taken in regard to this mat
ter but was highly approved by the meet
ing.
The matter Of the meeting of the
Maine Central officials and the Public
Utilities Commission in regard to the
railroad crossing at the Opera house
hill. 1t was thought it wiser to put
the crossing over the road which would
greatly decrease the dangers Of acci-
dents, but the cost was unknown. 9th
er plans Of similar conditions were
brought up and the matter was left with
the committee on highways and bridges.
It was advised that all who could pos
sibly do SO. would attend this meeting
which is to be held at George q. Weeks
once On wednesday forenoon. President
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13

since last fall, was at her home at West
Sidney over Sunday. Saturday evening a
party of friends came in and passed the
time with music and games-an especially
pleasant evening.
Mabel Trask. Elmer Trask and Edward
Freeman have resumed their studies at
Belgrade high school.
]. Everett 'Blaisdell returned last week
to Bates college after two weeks recess
with his parents, Mr.. and Mrs. William
Blaisdell.
c. H. Lovejoy and daughter passed
day recently in the home of F. E. Taylor.
Alex Mills is hauling his carload of
lime from Belgrade station.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13
NAVE OF PRONUNCIATION STlRS
NAvY|LEAeUE CONVENTION
OYER ATTITUDE OF DANIELS
Kisses Follow Announcement That Secretary Daniels Refuses to
Permit Rea Admiral Fiske to Read Paper Before
he Navy League Convention

Rear Admiral Bradley A. Fiske, for
mer aide for operations, took q new
turn today when the Senate adopted
without discussion a resolution by
Senator Lodge, calling for correspond
ence Mr.. Daniels declined to produce
before the House committee during
hearings on the naval appropriation
bill. The resolution describes the let
tiers as written to the secretary in No
vember. 1914, one by the general board,
and one by Admiral Fiske. They are
declared to contain warnings Of the
unreadiness Of the navy for war. Be-
fore the House committee the secre-
tary was asked If he had not received
such letters, following his statement
that his difference with Admiral Fiske
hads not arisen over any preparedness
issue. He said communications with
the general board were confidential
and he would not produce the letter.
He added that if he knew that mem
bers Of the board were discussing these
confidential matters outside the de-
partment he would take steps to
change its personnel.
Admiral Fiske told the same COM
mittee he had resigned as aide for OPP
erations because he differed with Mr..
Daniels over the navy's readiness for
war.
In his testimony Secretary Daniels
said the disagreement began with his
refusal to appoint Fiske commander of
the Atlantic fleet, although Fiske had
also disapproved vigorously the order
doing away with navy officers wine
mess. .t
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Portland harbor now has eight and Of
which there are to be two more cost
$4,000 each. That does not take into ac-
count the cost Of installing. Congress
was recently asked TO appropriate
S226,7o0 for searchlights for San Diego
and Los Angeles, eight for the former
ana seven for the latter city. And vet
searchlights are comparatively small
item in the cost Of erecting coast for
tihcations. 1t is seen that coast fortlfi-
cations are a very expensive enterprise.
Senator Burleigh has presented to
the Senate, resolutions adopted early
this month by the Bangor chamber of
commerce. calling attention to the fact
that ANY plan Of defense for the ma
ton which omits military and naval
defense Of the obviously vulnerable
points! OF attack in Penobscot bay.
would be grossly inadequate and a fail
ure to provide against a grave and
lasting menace to the Atlantic sea-
board" 1t was referred to the Senate
appropriations committee and will he
considered when the Notifications bill
mas been presented there from the
House.
The so-called Endicott board which
prepared plans of coast defense during
the nrst term Of President Cleveland
recommended that Fort Knox on the
Penobscot river be fortified. The recent
board OF review, appointed at the IN.
stance OF President Wilson and com.
posed OF army and navy officers recon-
nenoed additional Qualifications for
Fortiand but made no mention either
OF the Kennebec or Penobscot rivers
Inc effort at Portland will be to nro-
VIDE additional armament against
long range naval bombardment which
is now possible with the larger and
more powerful guns mounted on dread
noughts, and also to increase the vol.
ame OF gun fire in order to make ade-
quate protection against the increased
Foiume or gunfire that could be direct
Gu against the Portland Notifications
oy feet Of modern warships.
Probably the war department xvi,,
eventually provide for one or more
movable l6-inch howitzers or of a. 16-
men gun on railroad car mount for use
IN time OF emergency along portions of
the Maine coast. Senator Burleieh has
brought the matter Of better coast pro-
lection for eastern Maine to the atten-
ton OF senator's on the appropriation
committee and hopes that something
may be accomplished in that direction.
Major John w. Fogler and wife Of
Skowhegan, who have been at the
Hamilton Tor some days, are to leave
tomorrow for Ludlow. Mass, to visit
their son and will return home In q
few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13
SENATE INDICATES FAVORABLE
ACTION ON PROPOSAL FROM BIG
NITROGEN PLANT IN AMERICA

Washington, April 12.-Favorable action
by the Senate on the proposal to con-
struct a huge hydro-electric air nitrogen
plant for the manufacture of powder in
war times and fertilizer in peace was
forecasted today when a motion by Sena-
tor Hardwick to strike out the fertilizer
feature of the pending amendment to the
army bill was defeated AZ to "a.
The amendment. introduced by Senator
Smith of South Carolina, was under dis
cussion all day. 1t provides for plant
with an ultimate cost of $15,000OO0, the
surplus nitric acid over what may be
needed for powder to go into fertilizer to
be sold directly to the farmers by the
secretary of agriculture.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13

Senator Hardwick declared the plan So
cialistic and repugnant to the spirit of
democracy Senator Sutherland ques-
toned the constitutionality of the fertil-
izer proposal, although he said there
could be no question as to the govern
ment's power to manufacture chemicals
for it's own military needs.
Senator Hardwick's motion was defeat
ed by the votessof IS Democrats and nine
Republicans, the latter being Senators
Clapp, Cummins, Gronna, Kenyon, La
Toilette, McCumber, Norris, Poindexter
and Sherman The Democrats who voted
for it were Senator Hardwick, Overman,
Pomerene. Smith (Ga.) and Stone.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13
BELGRADE

Mr.. and Mrs. H. H. Adams has re-
turned from California after passing
the winter there. Their many friends
welcome them home.
Mrs. l.. L. Dunn is visiting Mr..
fDunns parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Frank
Dunn.
A. ]. Buker has purchased a fine
pair of horses.
Mr.. and Mrs. j. w. Hanson was
calling Tuesday at ]. F. Honson's.
Miss Mildred Page was the week end
guest Of Miss Eva Yeaton.
Mr.. and Mrs. Wesley Knowles are
the proud parents of a baby girl, born
Wednesday, April S. The young lady
weighed six pounds. '
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13
OAKLAND
Large Number of Lumber Jacks
Pass Through Town for
the Log Drives
LATE LOCAL NEWS BRIEFS
AND PERSONALS

The fire whistle will be out of COM
mission Saturday, Sunday and Mon
day. In case of fire, the bell at the
Universalist church will be rung. The
key will be placed outside the door.
The regular meeting of Acme Re-
bekah Lodge will be held this Thurs
day evening. There will be rehearsal
of the degree staff after the meeting.
Men for the log driving have been
going through Oakland and up the
Somerset very rapidly this week. Two
carloads were sent Monday and two
Tuesday, and three carloads on
Wednesday. Each car would contain
about 70 men. Most Of these men have
come from Bangor and are going to
Elm pond, where they will be en-
ployed by the Hollingsworth & Whit
rey Co.
The advance Of 10 per cent. for their
operatives which was announced by
the American WOODEN Co. Wednesday
morning to go into effect Monday,
April II, will be shared in by the OPP
eratives of the Oakland Wooden Mill
Co.
Ten dozen bottles Of half stock ale
marked for c. N. Brown was seized at
the freight house by Deputy Sheriff Da-
vid B. Ellis and libelled. the hearing be-
Eng set for April "a. No one by that
name is known in this vicinity.
case of assault and battery was
brought against Herbert Trask Wednes-
day afternoon before Judge George w.
Field. A fine of IS and costs was paid
The case grew out Of an assault on
James Knowles Tuesday.
The First degree team Of Anon Lodge
No. .95, 1. o. o. F., went to Waterville
Wednesday evening at o'clock on a
special car and conferred the First de-
gree on a class Of candidates.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13

The degree team of the Oakland lodge
of Odd Fellows was the guest Of Samar.
itan Lodge Wednesday evening and work
ed the first degree on number of candi
dates. Following the work a supper was
served in the dining room and a pleasant
social hour passed. In addition to tht
degree team there was good attendance
of the members Of the Oakland lodge
the trip to Waterville being made with
special car,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13
GETTING READY
FOR THE RACES

Secretary Ralph M. Gilmore Of the Gen.
trail Maine Fair Association is sending
out the blaaks for the stake races which
are to bs run of at the time Of the Cen
trail Maine fair. August y. 30, 81 and Sep
stakes this year. all Of them for purses
Of $3.50 The list is very comprehensive
one and comprises 20, 234, 21p class
trotting, . 215. 40 and - class pacing.
and 40 class trot o. pacs. There ~
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13
MANCHESTER

NORTH-Tuesday evening a small
party of relatives and friends were en-
tertained at the pleasant home of Mr..
and Mrs r. E. Jackson of North Man
chester. The occasion being in honor
Of the birthday Of George Parsons and
Miss Matte Hewett. A bountiful sup
per was served and the table was
handsomely decorated for the occasion.
All expressed most delightful eve
ming 49, .E
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13
Funeral of Mrs. B. E. Goodwin

The funeral of Mrs. B. F. Goodwin
was held from her late home on Silver
street Wednesday afternoon at l o'clock.
Rev. H. r. Mitchell, a close friend of
the family. was officiating clergyman.
The Ladies of the G. A. r. of which
she was prominent member attended
in a body. The floral offerings were
many and beautiful. The bearers were
F. w. Woodman, Emery Hegarty,
George MARI, and o. P. Richardson. The
interment was at Pine Grove.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13
LOCAL NOTICE

. Mrs. Percie Merry, manager Of the
millinery department Of the Emery
Brown Co. il in market today in
search of the latest materials and
ideas for Easter hats.
MIR. Harry S. Brown, manager of the
garment department of the Emery
Brown Co., is in New York in the in
terest Of the firm.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13

The last meeting Of the Current
Events committee OF the. Waterville
Woman's Club was held with Mrs. E.
r. Barton at her home on College ave-
nue. Wednesday evening. The meeting
was devoted to the Associated Chari-
ties and Miss Gladys Gaylord. the To-
cal secretary, gave a very interesting
and instructive address.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13
BRITISH fREICHTERS were
LEGALLY TORPEDoED; CLAIM
OF GERMANY IN STATEMENT
Supports Contention Evidence that Steamers Were Destroyed
in Accordance with the Rules of Warws Passenger the
Makes Statement Sussex Hit Floating Mine

According to the version Of his state
ment given to The Associated Press he
asserts he is convinced mine was re-
sponsible and stated after the disaster
Investigating officers, according to this
version, tbullyragged" him into chang
ing his statement, which he now repu-
dates" -" -
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13

the usual copditions-5 per cent. of the
purse to enter. payable l per cent. on
May 10. Q per cent. June 10 and per cent.
July 10. at which time the horses are TO
be named. Five per cent. deducted from
tho winners. Eight horses to enter and
ave to start. Judging from the requests
that have come in for blanks this year
the list OF entries will be large one.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13
Startling Grange.

Starting Grange met Saturday IN
regular session with Worthy Master
Small in the chair. The lecturer pre-
scented the following program: Cues
ton, Does It. Require More Wisdom
to Earn Dollar Than to Save one?"
discussed by members; question box,
conducted by Bessie Gle; recitation,
Ruth Tuck; recitation, Annie Tuck:
reading. Mrs. Flora Packard; reading,
0. E. Young.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-04-13
There is building at Noank,

There is building at Noank, Conn.,,
a flve-masted schooner which will
have some unusual features. The
vessel, which will have a capacity
OF 5000 tons and cost about $4,000
is being built for Fields S. Pendle-
ton. 1t will have steel keelson and
be strapped with steel inside. and the
planking will be five to six inches
thick. The vessel will be equipped
with an oil burning engine. will have
no topmasts. and the arrangement
of the engine house, galley and
crews quarters will be different from
any other sailing vessel on the coast
It is expected she will be ready in
June. 80