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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18
THE REbEkAH
ASSEMBLIES
CLOSED TUESDAY

Bangor, Me-, Oct. 1.-THE Rebekah 4
Assembly of Maine closed its 23rd an,
nual session here tonight with an ex-At
emplification of the degree work bys
Ligonia Rebekah Lodge degree team OF
Albion on a large class of candidates..
in City hall.
A banquet by the Past Masters AS
ISOLATION tonight was the opening event
Of the three-days meeting Of the Grand.
Lodge Of Maine, 10. o. F., which will )
open formally in City hall Wednesday
morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18

Strikers
Dispersed
Director Of Public Safety For
bids Meetfng-No Disturbances

Bayonne. N. j.. Oct. 17.-several
hundred striking employees of the
standard Oil Co.. who gathered tonight
to receive a report from a committee
which earlier in the day had failed to
eject settlement of their grievances
with the company were dispersed by
the police, 1t was explained that the
director of public safety had forbidden
the meeting.
When the police turned out in force
at the hour set for the meeting they
explained it was in anticipation of a
renewal Of rioting which marked the
first few days of the strike. There was
no trouble. however, the strikers going
10 their homes quietly and without dis
order.
John H. Dougherty, attorney for the
strikers, declared that he had urged
the committee to advise the men to
return to work in the belief that the
company would then raise their wages
The committee, however, was firm, he
said, in it's decision not to so advise
the men until the company had offered
some wage increase.
The Standard Oil Co. issued state
ment tonight. declaring that only a
small proportion of it's men struck and
that the rest quit because of intimida-
ton. The company closed the plant,
according to the statement. in order
not to aggrevate the situation and left
the maintenance of order in the hands
of the Bayonne authorities. The de-
mands formulated included demand
for an eight hourd ay, which has been
in force in all departments for more
than a year, the company claimed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18
PRESIDENT ST0CKbR|DCE OF
NATIONAL FARMERS ASSN
DISCUSSES LEADING TOPICS
OF NATIONAL IMPORTANCE

Indianapolis. Oct. H.-Prosperity. pre-
paredness and conditions of labor, includ-
ing the Adamson eight-hour law. were
among the subjects discussed by H. E.
Stockbridge of Atlanta, Ga, president of
the National Farmers Congress. at the
opening session Of the 36th annual meet
ing here today. He said in part:
The American farmer has never seen
SO general or widespread a period Of ag-
ricultural prosperity as that of the pres
ent year. Though the farmer may still
fail to receive his fair share of the con-
sumer's dollar. the milk producers Of New
York, the wheat growers of Minnesota,
the hog raisers of the corn belt and the
cotton growers of the South are too busy
counting profits to worry much over the
other fact.
I'VE are told by misinformed parties
that the farmer is a mere incidental ben
eflciary from the general prosperity re-
sulting from the foreign war demand for
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18
Third day OF.
centennial OF
BANGOR SEMINARY

Bangor, Me-. Oct. 17.-Tuesday, the
third day Of the centennial exercises OF
Bangor Theological Seminary, opened
with an alumni meeting. 1t was re-
ported that $4,000 has been contributed
by the Alumni Association endowment
to the seminary library
At night there was a general meet
ing in All Souls church, the speakers
being Prof Harlan P. Beach, D. D.,
Of Yale University: Dean George
Hodges, D. D., D. c. L.. of the Episco-
pa! Theological school, Cambridge;
Rev. Charles Smith Mills, D. D., of
Montclair, N. j., and Prof. Edward
Caldwell Moore. D. D., Of Harvard
University
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18
SOPPITT, U. OF p. STAR,
OUT OF SEASONS GAMES

Pittsburg, Oct. 17.-Randall Soppitt,
left guard on the University Of Pitts
burg football team and one Of the
crack players. is out of the game for
the season. it was announced today.
Soppitt was hurt in the play with the
Naval Academy eleven at Annapolis
last Saturday and upon his return to
Pittsburg Immediately entered a hos
pital where it was found he had been
kicked in the back and one Of his kid
neys severely injured.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18

American products. Careful study, how.
ever, shows no justification for such as.
sertions.
1T is primarily the products Of our
SOIL which have made profits for our
merchants and have overburdened our
transportation facilities. Those who
nave argued to the contrary have sim
ply mistaken effect for cause"
Referring to the recent railroad labor
situation Mr.. Stcckbridge said the far
mers must be considered as employers
Of labor and economically the farmer
Is not laboring man. Calling atten-
ton to the assertions that the eight
hour work-day is non-arbitrable
principle he said no attempt as yet had
been made to apply it to farm labor,
'yet the farmer was the chief immedi-
ate suffer from the recent attempt at
enforcing this principle in another in
dustry."
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18
BROOKLYN MANAGER
HAS $4,000 FOR WORK

New York. Oct. 17.-Charles H. Eb-f
bets, president of the Brooklyn Nation
al League club, has given $4,000 to Will
bert Robinson, manager Of the club.
for his services in directing the Brook.
lyn players in their pennant winning
season.
The refunding Of about $4,000 to-
baseball enthusiasts who purchased
tickets to third world series game to
have been played in Brooklyn. is In
progress at Ebbets field. This game
was cancelled when the Boston Amert-
cans won the worlds championship.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18
Boynton.WaIker

The marriage of Miss Ethel Walker,
formerly of this town, to Arthur Boyn-
ton of Skowhegan, was received with
much surprise to her many friends in
town. The ceremony took place at the
parsonage of the Bethany Baptist
church by Rev. George, Merriam on
Saturday evening. Mrs. Boynton at
tended the Lawrence High school in
this town for two years, where she was
always popular in all school activities.
She has the best wishes from her manv
friends in this section for many happy
years of welded life.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18
81. N. HAYNES DIES
AT ELLSWORTH


ellsworth, Me-, Oct 17.-Charles II.
4A'shes's one Of Ellsworth's most prom
'Nent lumber manufacturers, died at his
"''ne IN Ellsworth Falls on Sunday eve
For years Mr.. Haynes had been
~ o1 the most valued business men
~ this city, being a member Of the
~ known firm Of Whitcomb & Haynes.
M foundation Of this firm was laid
VIC years shortly after the war
= Mr. Haynes and the late John +.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18
Charles A. NOVEL;

Charles A. NOVEL; Of Benton avenue.
Winslow. died at his home at about s
o'clock Tuesday morning at the age Of
4s years. Mr.. NOVEL; was millwright
by trade and had been in the employ
Of the Lockwood mills for a great
many years. He was in his usual health
until last Friday. when he was taken
sick with bloodpoisoning which went
to the brain, causing his death. He is
survived by a mother. one brother and
three daughters. The funeral will be
Thursday at o'clock, Rev. A. S.
Phelps officiating.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18
GASOLINE TANK
CAUSES BIG LOSS
AT NEW AUBURN

Lewiston. Me-, Oct. 17.-Fire at 1880
Tuesday morning damaged the building,
equipment and goods on hand Of the
Mercier Dry Cleaning Cos cleansing es-
tablishment. Main street, New Auburn
to the extent Of $4,000. The insurance
is but partial, being only $500 on build
ing and contents.
The fire started about the gasoline
tank Of the establishment and there is
more or less speculation as to what
caused 1t.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18

Toe Smith has the doubtful distinction
~ being the first man to occupy a cell
IN the new police station IN the not yet
on,.bed $4,000 Municipal building at
Rumford. the charge against him being
,rtoxication. The police force is also
the arst department to occupy new quar-
ter. in the building. having moved on
Monday. The other municipal Offices are
not yet ready fsr occupancy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18

Whitcomb both veterans, began lumber
Ing operations. Later. in 1875. the firm
Of Whitcomb & Haynes was organized,
and from that day the firm has been
one of the most successful, as we'll as
one Of the largest concerns in eastern
Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18
HOPES TO TAKE BACK
FIFTY-ONE MEN

New York, Oct. ia. Piatt Andrew.
chief inspector Of the American Ambu-
lance Corps in France. hopes to take
back with him so additional men when
he returns to France two months
hence. He says the corps now has 112
Harvard men and that 81 American
universities and colleges are represent
ed in It.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18

A meeting Of a general committee to
Rave charge Of the reception to be ten
dered the boys Of Company H on their
return was held at City hall Tuesday
evening and after considerable discussion
it was voted that the boys be given
banquet and that the mayor, who was
chairman Of the meeting. appoint an exec
utive committee of Is to have the mat
ter in charge; also that this committee
have the power to appoint as many as
sistants as they may wish. The meeting
was largely attended and all were united
In the statement that the best possible
reception should be accorded the boys.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18

The, travel and history department of
the Waterville Woman's Club met with
Miss Julia Lakin at her home on Pleas
ant street Tuesday afternoon. A very
pleasant and instructive meeting was
held and plans were made for meetings
of the club which will be in charge of
this committee.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18

The Jordan Lumber Co. at Milford r.
making good progress on their mill and
expect to start saving the first Of No
vember. Had not help been 10 hard to
obtain and had 1.-The machinery been
shipped in good time. part Of the mill
would have been in operation now. New
ertheless, everyone is glad that they are;
to stay there and everyone appreciates
their hustle and courage.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18

The Domestic Science department Of
the Waterville Woman's Club met at
Library hall Tuesday afternoon at 2
o'clock to discuss plans for the club
meeting which will be in its charge
during the coming winter. The library
department met at the home of Mrs.
T. B. Ashcraft on Pleasant street Tues
day afternoon and the Civic Improve
ment committee in the mayors Office in
City hail.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18

The members of the Fraternal Order
of Beavers, a number of whose men,
bers are in Co. H, will hold a banquet
for them at their hall Thursday eve
ming. Arrangements have been made
with Col. Hume Of the regiment for the
boys to have a night off and they will
be given n good time and a fine ban
quet at the hall. The Beavers have
been among the most enthusiastic sup
porters of anything to give the boys a
fine reception and last spring at the
Flag day exercises were very promi-
nent doing their part and little more.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18
Mrs. Ella Piper

Mrs. Ella Piper. age IS years. passed
away at the home Of her son, Oscar Piper
Of Benton, on Sunday evening at 8 O'Clock
Mrs. Piper had been in poor health for
the past several weeks but not until Sun.
day morning was she bedridden. Sunday
she had sudden attack of neu-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18

Carroll H. Ellis, who has been en-
ployed at the Ayredale Stock farm,
Bangor, made short visit to his home
in this city Tuesday on his way to
Springfield, Mass, to attend the Ma
tional Dairy Show. Mr.. Ellis is much
interested in the Jersey brood and was
anxious to see the ribbons hung on the
National champion. an event which is
scheduled for Thursday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18
Gard of Thanks

We wish to thank the friends and
neighbors who so kindly assisted dur
ing our dear sisters illness and death
and especially Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Part
ridge of Waterville, who devotedly car
ed for her the past two months. The
floral tributes are also much appreci-
ated.
MRS. ELIZABETH MORROW,
MRS ELMER FUTILE,
MRS. FRANK LANDERS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18
WATERvILLE

At a meeting of the board of alder
men held Tuesday evening Frank II. Les
sor, Charles F. Aver and George H. But
Ter were appointed special police officers
the latter being named as the janitor OF
the South Grammar school building.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18
SILENT FOR PRESENT
CONTINUED from Page One)

Earl Grey wanted an assurance that
the report that American commanders
Of destroyers had acceded to the re-
ouest of the German submarine COM
mander to clear out of the way and
give room to blow up ships was untrue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18

Irving w. Reed. the Boothbay Har-
bor boatbuilder, has contracted for a
ae-foot steamer for New London,
~ party. It will be of the double
deck type, 20 feet beam, 8 feet draught
and q s-foot hold.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-10-18

The members of the Golden Cross
held a largely attended whist party at
the home of Mrs. E. p. Witham. Play
was indulged in until late, hour and
then refreshments were served and a
social hour enjoyed. Z
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-22
PHAROAH's RUN.

Mr.. and Mrs. Will Snyder, of Rives.
vile, spent few days Of last week
Mrs. Madison Smith. @
Elmer Tette was at Georgetown on
business Friday evening
Asby Valentine, Of Minister'S Run,
spent Saturday with his sister, Mrs
Ida Fletcher.
Arthur Hoult has returned from
Pittsburgh, where he had been the
guest OF his uncle, John Hoult.
Emma Rice spent Sunday afternoon
with the Misses 0cal Williams and
Flossie Smith.
Mrs. Silas Smith, OF Fatrmont. spent
one evening of last week with her
aunt, Mrs. Lavina Keefover.
Funeral services were held over the
remains OF Jack Hall Wednesday morn
ing at $50 at his home near Arnetts'
vile, and he was laid TO rest in the
WiIdman cemetery, Rev. Mr.. Jarvis
conducting the service. He was an aged
man, being of bad health for several
years. He formerly resided in Harrison
county but later moved here, where he
resided until he removed a year or
two ago to 'Monongalia county. The de-
ceased leaves his wife, formerly Mrs.
Catherine Ford, her maiden name be-
ing Guthrie. No children we're born TO
the union. He leaves no brothers or
sisters, hut several are deceased. He
was a member OF the NJ. E. church
near here and had a host Of friends and
acquaintances to mourn his loss: he
was an uncle of H. D. aud Madison
Smith. Of this place.
The following ere on tho sick list:
Mr. and Mrs. Emery Nelly, Marion
Rice. Mrs, Cleveland Renner and four
small children and Miss Sav1ne smith
have grip; Mrs. Lavina KeefoYer IS
improyIng, Mrs, Nance Rice still con
times poorly and William Brock IS not
as we'll as usual.
spent Thursday afternoon with J. Y.
Rice. NJ. :. a.
Fairmont. ,.
Thursday at the home OF G. 3. heet'
over. y .,,;s
n1nco, suent Saturday in FatTmont.
Mrs, Cordelia Smith, OF near Baxter,
spent Thursday with her sister, MRS.
ollie Smith spent Friday afternoon
with Mrs. Rosie Ingles.
MIR, and Mrs. S. r. Smith have return
It with the lattcr's parents here.
Rosta Straight has been on the SICK
list
Thonas Musgrave spent Sunday af'
ternoon with Andrew Valentine:
Mabel Keefover and Ollie smith
spent Sunday with Elsie Rice.
], C. Rice spent Sunday with S. H.
Rice, who has grip.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-22
j. FIRST IN PEACE.

In 'panoply of warfare and in dignity of state
Proceeds the of the just the mighty and the great
And with hss that train OF honored dead
Whose lives noby lived whose blood sheds
We thank Father for heritage
A past SO glorfously portends future fair!
In all the list honored brightly shine
Through all the of liberty George Washington than thine!
When Gods time Ger troubled hearts the Star Of rose
thee leader of their the Sons Freedom chose;
Thy lofty soul that knew not with holy zeal inspired
Turned husbandmn to soldiers their hearts with or fred
Brave soldier patriot and seer idol OF youth,
Thy thy ghteousness helmet the Truth
Come the evil earth world is STEPPED
The clouds OF hate obscure winds dcor blow
In this hour and In alarms increase
May all thoughts to theethe Patriot First Peace
sB
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-22
SWANP-ROO7 SAVES !.
kidney Sufferers

You naturally feel secure when you
know that DR.. Kilmer's Swamp.Root
tho great kidney. liver and bladder
remedy, is absolutely pure and con-
tains no harmful or habitforming
drugs.
The same standard OF purity,
strength and excellence, prescribed by
Dr.. Kilmer many. years ago, Is main
tanned in every bottle Of Swamp.Root
Swamp.Root is scientifically COM
pounded from vegetable herbs. It is
not a stimulant and Is taken in tea
spoonful doses. It is not recommended
for everything. According to verified
testimony 1t is natures great helper
in relieving and overcoming kidney,
liver and bladder troubles.
II you suffer, don't delay another
day. Go to your nearest druggist now
and get bottle. All drug stores sell it
in two sizes-tifty cents and one dol
lar.
However, IL you wish first to try this
great preparation. send ten cents to
DIR. Kilmer & Co; Binghamton. n. Y,
for sample bottle. When writing, be
sure and mention the West Virglnian.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-22

stock. In lumber camp recently
small stock was auctioned Off by
sharp trader, who realized as much
as SIS a quart for his load, says the
West Virginia News. 1t Is related
that parties from Loop Creek are
walking in with loads from Pocahon.
tas since they have been shut off from
Virginian trains. The trip is long
one and requires nearly weeks time.
A well-known former Loop saloon man
was seen walking with a good load
near Rock the past week. He was
accompanied by two co1ored men, all
three carrying full capacity. He was
four days making the trip.
Fred Atkinson passed through Point
Pleasant Tuesday evening, according
to the State Gazette en- route from
Pittsburgh to South Side, where his
wife Is already visiting her mother,
Mrs. William Hayes. Mr.. Atkinson
has his mind set to patent concrete
mould to be used In molding steel
quite saving to the manufacturer,
doing away with the sand and TASKS.
This mold could not be used in gray
or malleable iron. He expects to build
one and demonstrate it in Gallipolts.
in the next few days. He is q prac.
tical molder and has been working in
some of the largest shops In the. Pitts
burgh district.
In the year 1913, Thomas Switzer.
great grandfather Of former Mayor
Rufus switzer, OF Huntington, paid
his taxes to the old commonwealth Of
Virginia, part in apple butter Yellow
and brittle with age, but easily read,
is the receipt. Among other relics
owned by Mr.. Switzor is receipt
showing the consummation of a bust
ness deal between his grandfather and
the grandfather OF Judge Thomas H.
Harvey, many years ago.
One Of the early legal papers Of
Cabell county, made in 1866, is a Pc
tftion to the county governing body,
then the Board of Supervisors, ask
ing for the building Of a road in I'm
ion and Grant distrlcts-they were
called townships in those days on
the main ridge from Union Town, to
near the old Howell's Mill road.
The names Of many Cabell county
pioneers whose names have been
carved "for many year on the tomb"
appear signed to the document. 9th
er signers are living.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-22
TUESDAY EVENING. FEBRUARY %, 1915.
suit. FOR. DAMAGES.

has long been expected has finally taken
plhces Asuitg for damages against the city Of Fair
nssnt has been brought by citizen who suffered
serious of the miserable condition OF
Eoarth street the Eighth ward
Murray e. Skinner, through his attorney, P. G. Arm.
strong yesterday notified the city fathers that he was
going 10 bring suit damages the extent Of $500
street SJanss1
II Bated I'm the notice given to the city commission
ers that Mr. Skinner, while picking his along the
neglected highway fell and received injuries which
caused hin spend time in local hospital
Mr. SINNERS injuries due directly to the negli
Eenee OF the city in failing to take care of
and said street. which at the time Of the
n shall be unless the damage suit happens
who have the affairs of the city in charge
trp1ifheirf more or less sound slumbers.
That Fourth street remains in Its present dilapidated
condition Is not due to the fact that the
city administration have not been notified Of its condi
lion time again. warned that good citizen
would Of time suffer injury by reason of
j the miserable condition Of the highway.
while word to the wise is generally sufficient, it
tes that put Democratic administration
nep TO- anything Therefore the city fathers dismissed
iii such complaints with glowing promises, bowed hand
those who brought the facts in the to their
attention. showed them the door, wished them farewell
and forgot the promises made.
Whether Mr.. Skinner will win his suit, tell
at this time. But certainly has reason to bring suit
enc has TO be sailor to navigate or pedestrnate
Fourth and there be many respectable taxpayers
ii Fairk1ontswho never had smell of salt water
are on the subject of dangerous Streets
there sufficient pegs sticking two three inches
pavement Locust Avenue and some person
s. gong nasty accident unless steps are taken
to condition. is impossible to these
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-22
UFFSTUFF
gY RED.


What does the city care about a
measly $500 when they cae wait
until after the war TO fix Fourth street.
Commissioner Lehman says he won't
fix Fourth street II there is any chance
of the Ruff Stuff writer walking along
there and breaking leg. Don't scare
US any. We can swim.
All We who hung out flag in memory
of George Washington deserve some
of the reverence such an act i'm
plies.
It's all right to go to Weston or
Rivcsvillc to ring your auto bell or
blow your horn, but keep your noise
to yourself in the village.
They're watching trains for the soup
poisoner in New York. : We can show
them one in Fairmont If they care to
make the trip.
Speaking OF getting rid OF garbage.
why not slip it to the New York mar
ket and sell 1t for chop suey.
y
If Japan wants a foot.hold in Amer
lea let one of her emissaries walk
along this side of Loop Park. II they
don't get a foot-hold that way which
can't be released by all the armies in
the world we are prevaricators
It's tough luck to have some guy go
. M.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-22

Avenue resident Is LUCKY n he gets hene without st
ine thee or four times over unaeen pegs: ana the
Granger N tpat district las no chance ct ali.
ii Mr. Skinner wins suit then street. may
get some attention II may anyhow and We hope y
does Even the press the city recently
made . mild protest against the locust Avenue pegs
20 there chance Of them being sawed on and ham
7mered down past the danger line. 0
But why wait until suit is brought; until some one
been seriously injured to make corrections which
should have been attended to long before?
Just another little Demonstration Of Democratic Ell
cheney.