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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
.SL|NCSbY CASE
TO Be CARRIED TO
HOUSE OF LORDS

London, Nov. 27.-Announcement
was made today that sufficient funds
had been raised to carry the Slingsby
legitimacy case to the House of Lords
and that the issue shall be fought to
the end. The hearings may be begun
within a fortnight.
The court of appeals ruled last
March that an infant born in San
Francisco and declared to be the law
full son OF Charles r. Slinsby was not
the rightful heir to the Slingsby es-
tates in England.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
WOMEN
START BOYCOTT

Spokane, WASH, Nov. 27.-The
Womans Good Government League
today adopted a resolution declaring a
boycott on turkeys, buttefSepd eggs
until prices are reduced. Th6 boycott
on butter and eggs is only partial, the
members of the league agreeing not to
use more than is strictly necessary.
The secretary Of the league%was in
structed to request President Wilson
to institute an investigation BY Con-
gress into the high food price.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
AMERICAN YARDS
BUILDING Ships
FOR NORWAY FIRM

New York. Nov. 27.-Christoffer Han
nevig, a leading ship owner of Nor
way, arrived here today on the Dan
ish vessel Frederik VIII for the pur-
pose, he said, sof looking over the hun
dred or more freight steamers. rang
ing from 5000 to 1880 tons being built
in American shipyards for interests
represented by him. He asserted that
as many more ships for otehr Norwe-
CLAN interests were under construction
here and confirmed reports that a
company Of his countrymen was plan
ming to start line between Pacific
ports and the Orient. Other lines, he
added, would be started by Norweginas
between United States and South
American ports.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
British Newspaper
Claims Teuton Nations
S Suffering for Food

as there Ii little or no food to ration
the nation and that the action of the
American government in Fastening sup
plies of food to them is only Interpreted
in the light of showing that the AM
erican embassies and consulates now
regard he food situation in Austria and
Germany with the greatest possible
anxiety.
In an editorial dealing with this story
the Daily Mail says it explains the
peace intriyues which the Germans
are fomenting in the United States and
where" and urges the British gov
eminent to exert every possible pres
sure especially in the tightening of the
blockade to prevent Germany from TAX
ing advantage of the seizure of the
corn lands in Rumania.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28

With the closing of the various lakes
about here by the ice there is a revival
of interest in ice fishing in this section
The lakes in the vicinity of Waterville
that are not closed to ice fishing fur
nish some of the finest sport in the
State and there are a large number of
local mon who take advantage of it
every year This season promises to
see even a greater number of people GO
ing and in a short time now records
of the big catches will commence to
come in.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
GERMAN CHANCE
At LOWEST RATE
SINCE WAR BEGAN

New York, Nov. 27.-Exchange on
Germany today fell to the lowest rate
recorded since the war began. De-
mand bills on Berlin were quoted at
6S3s cents, taking four marks as the
unit of exchange. This implies a de-
probation Of the German mark in this
market to a little less than Tx cents
AS against it's normal value of about
"a cents.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28

Henry p. Bourdeau and Miss Frances
a. Daniels were united in marriage on
Monday morning at o'clock at the Sa-
cred Heart church, Rev. Father John
kealey officiating. Following the cere-
mony the happy couple left for a short
wedding trip, after which they will re-
side in Waterville. Both young people
are employed by the Emery Brown Co
and have a large number of friends in
the city, who will wish them a long
and happy married life.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
EDWARD THEREK
HELD FOR TRIAL.;
ENLIGHTENMENT

Boston, Nov. 27.-After arraignment
before a federal commissioner here to-
day, Edward Therek was held for
hearing on December II on a charge of
embezzling $20.021, in cash and securi-
ties from the National Shawmut Bank
of this city. for which he had acted as
messenger until October 81. last. His
wife, Mrs. Charlotte Therek. was held
on a charge of aiding and abetting him.
Both were sent to Jail in default of
bonds. set at $4,000 in Thereks case
and at $4,000 for the woman.
District Attorney Anderson announced
that the case would be presented to the
Federal grand jury tomorrow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
DREADN0UCHTS
PUT TO SEA FOR
TARGET PRACTICE

Navy football game over. the seven
dreadnoughts of the Atlantic fleet, which
were anchored here to give officers and
men a chance to attend the contest,
steamed to sea today for target practice.
The Wyoming. flying the flag of Vice
Admiral Dewitt Coffman. led. and was
followed in single file by the Utah, Flor
ida. Connecticut. Oklahoma, Texas and
New York
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28

London, Nov. 2S.-The Daily Mail to-
day makes a feature story of what 1t
describes as highly authentic informa-
ton that the food situation in both
Germany and Austro-Hungary is more
desperate than had hitherto been gen.
orally believed. This information is
based on what is claimed to be the ne
cessity of the American officials in
both countries to send urgent demands
home for supplies of food. The food
supplies. il Is said, are now arriving and
are being placed in 'dcpots under the
vigilant supervision of American Off
Gals.
The newspaper says it's informant
declares that the Americans in the past
few weeks have reported to Washing
ton that their ration tickets are useless
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
THIRD TRIAL SET
FOR T. E. WATSON:
POSTAL OFFENSE

Augusta. Ga. Nov. IA jury to try
Thomas E. Watson in federal district
court here for the third time on charges
or having sent obscene literature through
the mails was selected shortly before
noon today and calling of witnesses was
begun.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
.PARDONS 10 ALL
.DESERTERS FROM
CANADIAN ARMY

Ottawa, Nov N.-Pardons are to be
given to all Canadians who deserted from
the army after enlisting for overseas SER
vice, providing they report for duty on
Dec Is. it was announced today. This Is
intended as an act Of grace to mark the
arrival of the Duke Of Devonshire, the
new governor-general of Canada. Par
dons will also be accorded to all desert
ers now serving prison sentences or
awaiting trial.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
CHICAGO ACTION
AGAINST STORAGE

Chicago, Nov 27.-The city council to.
day adopted an order directing the police
to enforce vigorously the city ordinance
prohibiting the storage Of eggs for more
than 10 months. The ordinance has been
ignored since it's adoption in 1872
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
SUPREME COURT
REVIEW DEFENCE
ACT is ASKED

Washington. Nov. 27.-Supreme co,-+
review of lower court decisions con.tru-
ing the new national defence act to hold
STATE guardsmen in service for federal
purposes despite their failure or refusal
70 take the new oaah. was asked TO-DAY
oy Alexander Emerson ana A. p. Lov.
ell of Boston.
finai ruling Is sought to settle disputed
auestions OF service obligations Of state
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
100000 FOR
HARVARD UNIV.

Boston, Nov. 27-Harvard university
will receive 100000 from a fund created
by the will of Frederick w. Kimball of
Chelsea, lawyer, which was offered
for probate here today. The trustees are
directed to pay the income OF the estate
to certain beneficiaries during their lives,
then to hold the fund until it amounts to
100000, after which it will be turned over
to Harvard.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
RECORD OF BAY
STATE HUNTING

BOSTON. Nov. 27.-Virtually complete
statistics compiled today by the state
hsh and game commissioner show that
s5s deer were killed during the omen
hunting season last week as comnared
with 11o5 last year.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28

Many Waterville people are going to
Oakland to see the salmon which are
congrogating near the car barn. When
the day is favorable they can be seen
in great numbers there. all of them big
fellows, who are swimming about lazily
in the water 1t is n very interesting
sight for the fisherman and many of
them are taking the trip to feast their
eyes on the big fish.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
FOURTH MARINES
SHIPPINGTO
PORT AU PRINCE

San Diego, Cal, Nov. 27-Tentage and
other equipment belonging to the fourt,,
regiment OF marines. which formerly was
stationed here, will be shipped TO Port
au Prince, Haiti, on the naval collier Ne
reus this week. it was announced TODAY.
The Nereus, due here tomorrow from San
Francisco to load the equipment will
proceed by way of the Panama canal
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
1,017,197 GAIN
IN ATTENDANCE
OF AMIN LEAGUE

chicago. Nov. 27.--Paid attendance
az American League baseball games
Tor the season of 1916 was l.O17.197
more than 1915. These figures were
announced today from President Ban
Johnsons office. :.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
INFECTION AT
TESCOTT, KANSAS,
IS IDENTIFIED

Salina, Kan, Nov. 27.--Infection
among 90 head of cattle on the farm of
John Schmidt near Tescott, was to-
day pronounced the foot and mouth
disease by DR.. p. o. <ischner, United
States government veterinary sur
geon. The cattle were purchased in
Kansas City.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
CANADA SENDING
GOLD TO new YORK

New York. Nov. 21.-Further imports of
gold from Canada were announced today.
S.50ooo0 being deposited at the assay
office. This makes a total of s49G, 0OO, 900
in gold imports since the beginning of the
year
Another gold export to South America
amounting to s1,00o.oG0 was announced.
There also We're Geographic transfers 10
New Orleans and San Francisco
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
ss,429.s1 FOR RED
CROSS AT YALE AND
HARVARD CONTEST

New Haven. Conn. Nov. 27.-The
amount collected for the Red Cross dur
ing the Yale-Harvard football game
here last Saturday was announced to-
night as sS,429.S1, the largest collection
vet made in the bowl.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
COMMITTEE BUSY
ON HOUSE Bills;
APPROPRIATIONS

Washington, Nov. 27.-1n preparation
for the hard grind of finishing up bust
ness in less than 50 working DAYS. the
House Appropriations committee got down
to work on the appropriation bills today
and took up first the legislative, execu-
tive and judicial measure carrying about
So, 00,OOO
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28

Miss Emily L. Hanson and Miss Hell
en- N. Hanson, daughters of Justice
Hanson of Calais, were over Sunday
guests of the justice, on their way to
Portland, where they are engaged in
Y. w. c. A. work.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
WYOMING STOPS
IMPORTATIONS

Cheyenne, Wyo., Nov. G.-Gov Ken
drick of Wyoming tonight signed proc
lamation forbidd!ag the importation of
cattle from Nebraska, Iowa. Missouri
Kansas and South Dakota, because of
the suspicion that foot and mouth dis
ease may exist there. The quarantine
went into effect Immediately.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28

Manager Pooler of the Casino bowl
ing alleys has arranged for the usual
Thanksgiving roll off which will be on
Wednesday evening. Cash prizes have
been offered and large number have
signified their intention of taking part
in the contest
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
GERMANS DRIVEN
HARD IN PLAN Of
'sO
MOBILIZATION

Copenhagen. Nov. ~. Via London
The Berlin correspondent Of the Ber-
lingske Tidende says the German gov
eminent is considering favorably q
proposal of conservatives in the Reich
stag that the universities and others
of the High schools in the empire be
virtually closed. SO that the teachers
and scholars may be embraced in the
plan for mobilization of civilians.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
CATTLE PLAGUE.
CONTINUED from Page One)

embargo against importation into Penn
sylvania of any cattle, sheep or swine
from Nebraska or through Kansas City
yards, this section being taken because
Of reports of an outbreak OF foot and
mouth disease in the West. 1t is statea
that the embargo will forbid importation
of cattle from the states for any purpose
whatever.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28

DR.. A. Jolly went to Bald Mountain
on professional business Monday. Ow-
ing to the train service although he did
not expect that it would take him owe.
10 or Is minutes there he will have to
stay until Tuesday morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28

The boys are now skating on the
river. place out from the Plains be-
tween the west shore and the island
having frozen over hard enough so
that the boys are able to enjoy their
skates. The water there is still and it
is thought by the men who have ex-
amined the ice that it is reasonably
safe
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28

The members of the Brotherhood of
Railway Clerks are making great
preparations for their annual ball
which will be held at the Elks' hall,
Wednesday evening, Nov 90. The mu-
sic for the event will be furnished by
the Colby College Orchestra, and a
large number of tickets already have
been sold,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
JOHN |. CUMMINGS
FORMER SHERIFF
DIES AT AUBURN

Auburn, Me, Nov. 27.-John L. Cum
mings, a former Democratic sheriff
and county commissioner of Andro-
scoggin county and a well-known bus
mess man in this vicinity, died at his
home here today. For many years he
was engaged in the trunk manufacture
ing business in Livermore Falls, and
later conducted a branch factory in
Auburn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28

arthur Wing who has been visiting
WIN MS parents in this city left Mon
Jay morning for Greenville where he
Will visit with his brother Harry for
a few days. 'oi
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28

~ orlando Kimball has returned
.oM washington. D. c., where she ac-
opahled her mother, Mrs. S. r.
lanes OF Harmony, to attend the ses-
1'o"s OF the National Grange.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28

The Office of the street commission
er has been moved to the city engi-
neers office during the time that the
jury are using his room for the supe-
riOr court sessions.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28

sold for the drama which will be given
Tuesday evening at the City Opera
house by French speaking actors and
a packed house is looked forward to.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
WATERvILLE

Hon. George OTIS Smith, director of
the United States Geological Survey
who has been visiting at his home IN
Skowhegan was in the city Monday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28

MRS. Mary Laid Of Boston will pass
the winter in the city with her son
sub-Master Bryon Ladd of the HIGH
school. lag"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28

Dr. M. w. Bessey, who has been con-
nneo TO his home by illness, was able
10 attend to his patients again Mon
day. -'Aon-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28
NEW YORK BOYCOTT
CONTINUED from Page One)

probably 70 cents. Witnesses testified
that eggs now in storage are being held
in anticipation of the March market and
are insured to January first.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-28

a large number Of tickets have bean
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1916-06-28
BAD CHECK MAY PROVE
TO BE A GOOD ONE
IT. s. Brandt Says He Can Make Good
and That Mistake Has
Been Made

Denying that he had committed a
crime, e. s. Brandt was locked up
at First Police Station last night. on
the charge of having passed a bad
check on the American National Bank
for $50.
Brandt stated to a Virginian report
er that he was engaged in the moving
picture business at Hopewell, and that
"a man" had given him the check as
good one. He simply endorsed It,
From the statements OF Detectives
kellam and Wiley, the check in ques-
ton was drawn by Brandt himself
And II was further stated that Brandt,
in addition 10 being a moving picture
promoter, is also mixed up in real
estate transactions In Hopewell.
In attempting to explain his pre-
dicament last night. Mr.. Brandt asked
that as little as possible be printed
IN the papers about the case, as a
number OF well-known citizens are
interested in his movements Efforts
were made to secure bail for Mr..
Brandt. but up to a late hour this
morning such efforts were OF no avail
Brandt said last night he stood
ready to make half OF the amount al
stake good. and could make the other
half good today.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1916-06-28
!. N. c. A. At CAMP
STUART IS POPULAR
All Who Have SpsEt Reading Matter
Are Invited 40 Send 1t Out for
Use Of Soldier Boys

The Young Mems Christian Associa-
ion which has been stablished at
Camp Stuart, opened up last nj sht full
ly equipped to satisfy. the wants OF
tho soldiers, who were quick to take
advantage of the benefits of the insti-
tuition
II has been announced that maya
zines and papers Of all kinds of re-
rent publication are wanted by the as
ISOLATION authorities for the use Of the
soldiers. and all having such reading
matter are asked to send 1t TO the
camp headquarters OF the association
y. A. Ackiey, state secretary, is In
charge OF the branch at Camp Stuart
The moving picture machine WIFI be
installed today ready for operation this
evening. Pictures OF the very best sort
Will be shown for the men. Other
means OF diversion have been provided
by those in charge. such as games and
athletic apparatus.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1916-06-28
CUSTODY. OF LITTLE
GIRL is SETTLED

Especial to The Richmond virginian
Petersburg. Va. June 2T.--In thu
Hastings Court this afternoon Judge
Mullin presiding. the suit OF II. G
Robertson against Chief OF Police Rag
land and Miss Maggie Hutchinson, OF
this city, for the custody OF his daush
ter. Bertha. was heard. The Judge set
tied the suit by giving the child to Its
mothers father, w. e. Robertson, Of
Crewe. with permission for the father
to visit II once month
Bertha was the daughter of Mrs
Lottie N. Robertson, who was shot by
]. 7. Noel. drug clerk, about fouy
weeks ago The child was given tc
Miss Maggie Hutchinson after the
mothers death, who has been caring
for her ever since.
Robertson was represented by T. r.
Robinson. of Hopewell. and defendants
by United States District Attorney r
II. Mann.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1916-06-28
FORMER vILl|STAS GET
CARRAHZA COMMISSIONS
Information From chihuahua Does
Not Tally With Are
dondos Assertion.

E. Paso Tex. June 27~-General
Jose Flores and Manuel Banda and
Colonel Maxine Castillo. all three OF
whom were leaders Euter ~f'anCf0'
villa tNo years ago have been given
commissions Of the same rank in the
Carranza army
The Americans who reached the
border today reported having seen the
former Nlllstas ia chihuahua City.
The information is of particular in
terost ia view Of the statement nttr!b-
uted To Et!sep trred0udo In Washing
ton today that no bandit leaders would
be allowed 10 Join the army OF the de
facto government
Maxine Castillo planned and car
ried out the Cumbre Tunnel disaster
in which mum Der Of Americans were
entrapped and roasted TO death He
was subsequently arrested Al FL Pasn
and Kept IN jail here for months Later
he was deportea to Havana
Manuel Banda was Villas com.
mander at Juarez when the Carranz4s f.
tas took the town the last time He is
a bitter "Grinso" hater
Villa himself characterized Tolore,
as "a bad man" The three Off cers
have been In Cuba for a year or more
When the Carranza proclamation Of
fering amnesty TO the Msxicans whC
had fought against the Constitutional
list cause Was tssued, they called Min.
lister of War Obregon. Offering theil
services. The offer was accepted anC
II Is said, the commissions were male ed
~ 10 Havana As an evidence of-see.
faith
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1916-06-28

tSJHtlnueu pTOHi FlRst a6cst
was ordered to go instead of the
Forty Regiment of Brooklyn
This announcement was made by
the intelligence department at division
Headquarters of the National Guard
here tonight
late conference between United
States army and National Guard off,
GERS resulted i'm the substitution of
the Twelfth for the Forty seventh.
The last minutes substitution was the
big news of the day Sensational re-
ports were af1oat that illness had
broken out in the armory Of the For
ty-seventh This was denied by off,
GERS of the regiment.
I'VE are bitterly disappointed" said
one officer; special trains have been
awaiting us all day at Hohoken. But
1t has been physically impossible for
us to assemble all the necessary
equipment. Wen be ready though IN
a day or two.
The officer said the 1922 men and
officers are In good physical shape.
only six men are suffering from
any malady." he asserted These are
not seriously H."
The Connecticut Guardsmen en-
trained today as fast as poor trans
portation facilities es-the New Haven
would permit.
At o'clock this morning the first
train carried from Camp Holcomb the
crack Hartford Cavalry Troop 3. and
the Signal Corps. Three hours later
the train provided for the New Haven
hospital and ambulance companies
buckled and smashed two baggage
cars and finally strewed itself across
two tracks blocking the Shore Line
division.
The wreck held up all Connecticut
and Massa chusetts troous' train and
all the expresses between New York
and Boston besides At o'clock the
tracks were cleared and the entrain-
ing again got under way. The last
train departed at 1890 tonight car
rying the. Third Battalion of the Sec
ond Infantry.