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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15
nAuy KENNEBEC JOURNAL, THURSDAY, MARCH Is. 1917.

water, providing that the city of Au-
burn may furnish water for operating
motors used to run family washing
machines, and ought to pass on an act
TO extend the charter Of the Lubec,
East Machias and Machias Railway
Co.
The committee on labor reported
ought to pass on an act relating to in
tention to defraud in numbering opera
tions and commonly known as the
peonage law.
The committee on public utilities re-
ported ought to pass on an act author
izing the Central Maine Power Co..
subject to the approval of the Public
Utilities Commission to acquire by
purchase the plants, properties, rights,
privileges, franchises, permits and To-
cations Of the Bath and Brunswick
Light and Power Co.. the Penobscot
Bay Electric Co., the Waldoboro Water
and Electric Light and Power Co.. the
Hartland Electric Light and Power Co..
the Union Light and Power Co., the
Newport Light and Power Co.. and the
Wiscassct Electric Light Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15
Nominations by the Governor

The following nominations have been
made by Governor Carl f. Milliken
and posted at the Executive depart
ment under date of March IA:
Justice Of the Peace-Chas. G. Ben
son. Lewiston, U65 Main street: Cyrus
Chase. Wes0ield: H. H. Gray. Mil
bridge; Frank II. Haskell, Portland,
So IL Exchange street,; Arthur G.
Howe. Hanover; Harry NJ. Hughes,
Mapleton: James E. Manter, Portland.
(2S1 ST. John street,: Robert =. Ran
dali, Freeport; Nelson w. Richardson
Monmouth: Frank H. Scribner, North
WATERFORD; Harlan H. Sweetser, Car
ibOu.
Notary Public-Richard f. Harvey.
Portland. G2o Exchange street,: An
gevin w. Gowen, York, (P. o. York
Corner: William F. Putnam. York.
Administer Oaths. Take Acknowl-
edsements Of Deeds. Solemnize Mar
riages-Edith M. Dunn. Lewiston,
white & Carter); Minerva B. Gam
man, Freeport.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15
DELAYED "Reminiscences.

Representative Gedeon Pitcher of
Waterville has received a number OF
remonstrances against the enactment
into law Of the bill introduced by Sen
ator Bartlett of Kennebec for the es-
tablishment of State Health Depart
ment, but as the advertised public
hearing was held on Wednesday, March
IA. he sees no way of their accomplish
ing much. They included papers of
remonstrances signed by G. P. Herrick
and So others; Frank A. Bishop and rs
others; Dana A. Soule and others: S.
NJ Gile and "A others; Dan S. Weeks
and IS others; o. X. Douglas and Al
others.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15

The street department crew began yes
to-day the preliminary work of giving
Water street it's first spring cleaning by
scraping the winters accumulation from
some of the crossings. The pavement is
bare In a number Of places along the line
Of the car tracks. and while there is yet
considerable ice along the east side of
the street. the ice on the other side Is
fast disappearing and few days of mild
weather or a warm rain would make a
hig difference In conditions along the
street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15
THE MODERN TEST
10 Fully Met by Hoods Sarsapar'"a
and Peptiron Pills.

Because Of what 1t contains, OF the
way it is made and of the record 1t
has achieved, Hoods Sarsaparilia Is
warmly recommended to, you Tor
rheumatism, catarrh, scrofula, eczema
and other troubles arising from i'm
pure blood or low state of the system.
In cases that are radically anemic
and nervous-marked by paleness,
thin flesh, sleeplessness, nerve-ex-
haustion, the power of Hoods Sarsa-
parilla is greatly increased by Pept-
iron Pills, the new pepsin. nux and
iron tonic. These two medicines make
the strongest combination course or
treatment for the blood and nerves OF
which we hay . any knowledge. "
Thousands of families are taking
these medicines. Let your family take
them too. Get them now.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15
IN THE HOUSE
State Continent Fund.

Harrington OF AuguSta-Act relating
to the State Contingent Fund. The act
provides that the State Auditor and
Treasurer of the State shall open on
their books on account to be known as
the State contingent fund, to which
shall be transferred and credited all
balances of unexpended appropriations
which exist On the 30th day of June of
each year, and which are not continued
by law. The act further provides that
unexpended balances existing on Dec
31st excepting those continued by law
or such as relate to the issue and pay
ment of State bonds, temporary loans
or special funds in the treasury, may,
in the discretion of the Governor and
Council be credited to the State Con-
tingent Fund on that date.
Eaton of Pumford-Resolve on the
payroll Of the House of the 18th Legis-
lature amounting to the sum of $50, sos
House Reports.
The committee on legal affairs re-
ported ought not to pass on an act to
provide for police commission and for
the appointment and term Of the mem
gers of the police force of the Cltv OF
Auburn as the subject matter Is COW
cred in another bill.
The committee on labor reported
ought not to pass on an act exempting
from the provisions Of the 54-hour law
females employed in harvesting, pack
ing, curing, canning or drying any vari-
ETY. Of perishable fruit or vegetables. or
to females employed in candy factor
les.
Committee on hanks and banking re-
ported ought to pass on an act to pre-
vent officers and employees Of banking
institutions from making copies Of rec
ords.
The committee on claims reported
ought to pass on the resolve in favor of
Ernest E. GRAHAM Of Poland, the new
draft authorizing the payment to Mr..
GRAHAM the sum of $500 annually dur
ing the pleasure Of the Legislature. on
account Of injuries received while en-
ployed in the construction of State
aid highway.
The committee on legal affairs re-
ported ought to pass on the act to
amend the act relating to the supply
ing of the city of Auburn with pure
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15
Guests Of Gov. MiIiiken.

Governor and Mrs. Milliken very
pleasantly entertained the following
legislative party Wednesday evening at
their home on western avenue: Rep
resentative and Mrs. Frank P. Morris
on of Corinth, Representative and Mrs.
Bird F. Cole of Etna, Representative
and Mrs c. E. Clarke of Randolph,
Representatives Charles H. Hanson of
Saco. Willis A. Frost of Berwick, Fred
c. Knight of Kennebunk, Freeman NJ.
Dearth Of Dexter. Joseph F. Chaplin of
South Portland and Frank T. Stearns
Of Hiram with his son, Raymond
Stearns.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15
Current Events Club will hold

Current Events Club will hold its
regular meeting at o'clock Friday af-
ternoon, March 16. with Mrs. S. c.
Webster. 81 State street. Quotation:
Our duty is to be useful; not
according to our desires, but
according TO .our powers. Roll
call; current events and health
items: paper. How We Receive the
Immigrant" Mrs. Daniel Weeks; vocal
solo. Mrs. Ralph Erskine: illustrated
talk, Milk, Safe and Unsafe" Mrs.
Kate B. Ellis of the State Board of
Health: vocal solo, Mrs. Ralph Frs
kline. All club women sojourning in the
city are cordially invited.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15

Fred Bickford Of Belgrade was brought
Wednesday to The Augusta General hos
pstal suffering from injuries to the right
arm which were received while operating
~ woodsa wing machine. the arm being
caught in gear of the machine in such
a. way as to cause a fracture above the
elbow and also above the wrist. The
fractures were reduced and the patient
was made as comfortable as possible.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15
Sunday Afternoon Vespers

Inquiry in regard to the continual
ton of the vespers which have been
held in the Unitarian church since
January make it necessary to an
nounce that the last of the services
was held last Sunday, and that there
will be no more until the afternoon of
Easter Sunday, when special Vesper
service will be held at 430 p. NJ.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15
New Legislation

The House and Senate each had an
important piece of new legislation in
troduced on Wednesday. both of which
will require careful consideration on
the part of the members of the Legis-
lature
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15

1.-THE Cony girls basketball team. who
played their final game for this season
on last Friday evening, held a business
meeting in the library at the High
school Wednesday at recess. The team
has had fairly successful season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15

Miss Hazel Hunt. who had for the past
two weeks been a patient at the Augusta
General hospital following surgical treat
rtent for appendicitis, has so far recov-
cred that she was able Wednesday to
leave the hospital for home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15

Hose L and the auto truck responded to
81 still alarm at 12.45 Wednesday after
noon which was due to a chimney fire at
the house at Glendon street owned by
William Cole and occupied by Elmer Sta
PIES. Two chemicals were used.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15

"a number of sir knights of Trinity
Opmmandery went Wednesday afternoon
to Waterville, leaving Augusta at 6
O'Clock on a special car. and in the eve
r1ng attended the official inspection Of ST.
Omer Commandery by Grand Commander
Nallett of the Grand Commandery Of
Maine
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15

.Mrs. Rose Boulanger of this city is a
ptient at the Augusta General hospital
where Wednesday morning she under
went surgical treatment. the operation
being successful and last evening her
condition was reported to be favorable
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15

tertainment in the Baptist church,
Winthrop street, this evening. Thurs
day, thA program to consist of dia-
logue. drill. and musical numbers ap-
pfopr:ate 10 ST. Patricks day There
will hc a sale of home made candy
Mrs. Wigs Of the Cabbage Patch will
bt present
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15

miss Maude Lynn, who had for the
inst few days been the guest of her
brother. Roland G. Lynn of the Hotel
North. has returned to her home in
Hanger
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15

IA social evening and whist party
will he held on Friday evening at the
Webster school. The entertainment.
which is to be given for the benefit of
the school, will be in charge of one of
the teachings, Miss Wing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15

Eugene Alexander suffered a painful
ihjury to his left leg on Tuesday when
a. heavy iron kettle full of tar fell on
the muscles and bruised them consid-
etably. He will be incapacitated for
work for a few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15

The Stone G. Cooper Co. has received
4 cargo of coal at Portland to help out
he supply which they now have on
rand. and it will be forwarded to Au-
ylista by rail, about five carloads.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15

The Murray Alliance is giving a turkey
dinner at the Universalist vestry Thurs
day. March Is. at $50. and the menu con-
sists Of soup. cold roast turkey. mashed
potato, hot gravy, cranberry jelly. hot
rolls. cake. ice cream and coffee. Tickets
IRE SOC. and are limited. mch13-l5
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15

Funeral services for the late Mrs. Da-
Nd W. Whitney will be held at 2.3O this
afternoon from the home at q Murray
street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15

Miss Lucy Lancaster left on the 9.36
rain Wednesday morning for New
York city where she will be the guest
y her brother, Woart Lancaster.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15

Asylum Lodge, No. 20. /. o. o. F.,
will hold it's regular meeting Friday
"a eniag with work in the Second de-
dee.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15
ESTABLISHED 1925
Thursday, March IS, 1917.
AUGUSTA LOCALS

Miriam Circle will meet at 8 o'clock
this Thursday evening with Mrs. X.
II. Brown 8 Chapel street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15

The only matters before the NUM-
cipal court Wednesday were those of
a civil nature.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15
[1.YlJ1

M nHA Was6 1or Sk1n Disease
We have witnessed such renaIkable cures
With this soothing wash OF oils that We odes
dees he sowe Joy 80, It coss you BOT .
cent. nc SC and 01A
Bowditch & Webster, Druggists
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-15
LOCAL NOTICE

Opening at the new Nautical Garden,
1oudon HILL Apr IL. Special attraction.
Big orchestra. mch14d1ws
.Chas. G. Georgaklis, shoe shining.
ssS Water ST. CAT Perry's).
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Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1917-07-31
SAXON IDEALS
SUBJECT OF ADDRESS
BY DEAN v. P. SQUIRES

Last night Dean Vernon P. Squires
gave an address on '.Ang.o .SexGn
IDEALS before an audience gathered
to attend the final evening program of
the North Dakota university summer
school. DR.. Henry r. Brush presided
over the meeting which opened with
patriotic music under the leadership
of Professor Peter w. Dykema Of the
Wisconsin state university.
Dean Squires defined the nature Of
Anglo-Saxon ideals, comparing them
to those Of the modern Teuton ma
tons. The speaker also pointed out
the vital differences between the
American and the German constitu-
tons and showed the effects Of re-
stricted and privileged balloting in
Germany in contrast with the demo-
cratic election system in vogue In this
country.
The interesting lecture closed with
a description Of the historic develop.
ment Of the idea of democracy which
aimed TO emphasize that the Anglo
Saxon nations have always been in the
advance guard Of those who have
fought for the greatest ideals OF hui
manity, liberty and democracy.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1917-07-31
ND. Woman On
, rationale Committee

Club women, and in fact women
generally through the state where
Mrs. Frank White of Valley City, Is
we'll known, will be much interested
in the announcement made a day or
two ago from New York, that she is
to serve as a member Of the national
committee of the League to Enforce
Peace.
Mrs. White is a member Of the
General Federation Of women's clubs,
Ind is chairman of the registration
department. of the North Dakota di-
vision. Woman's committee Of the
Council for National Defense.
Mrs. O.. l.. Sateren Of this city, is a
co-worker Of Mrs. White, chairman
Of the Red Cross department, one of
the several that make up the field of
work which the woman's committee
under the leadership of Mrs. Wick Of
Cavalier. covers in this state. sa5
Mrs. White was formerly president
of the North Dakota Federationfof
lively identified with all phases Of
club and public welfare life in the
state.
The Standard Bearers of the Meth
odist church will give an ice cream
festival Thursday evening on the lawn
surrounding the church.
X X X
Mr.. and Mrs. G. G. Sherwood have
as their guest MI. Fred Young of
Mount Vernon, Iowa, who is here to
spend a week OF ten days.
Miss Genevieve O'Keefe, who has
been at Rochester, the Twin Cities
and Lake Minnetonka for the las
month, returned home last night. Mis-.
Mary O'Keefe, who has been at the
lake with her sister, will remain there
for a longer visit.
X X X
Miss Minna Harm and Miss Stella
Nelson returned last night from Osna
brock, where they have been VISITING
for several days at Miss Nelson
home.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1917-07-31
GaDe Recitals
While in Iowa

Mrs. Myrtle cambridge and her
daughter. Miss Naomi cambridge
have returned from Iowa where they
have spent the last three months.
While away Miss cambridge gave a
number Of successful piano recitals,
among them being one at Waterloo,
Iowa, where an audience Of more than
a thousand people heard the young
pianist give q program Of Liszt's
works. Previous to that Miss Balm
bridge gave Chopin programs at
Lorraine and Hampton. Iowa.
Miss cambridge is a student at the
Grand Forks School Of Music and has
returned to resume her studies there.
X X
The bride of Lieut.. John r. Frame,
who until last Thursday was Miss
Gladys Newell. was formerly a Grand
Forks girl, ana is well known here.
Lieut.. Frame was a Junior at the Uni
1versity OF North Dakota when he was
called into service early in March, and
is equally as well known as his bride,
who has been teaching in the schools
5of this state during the last three
years.
The wedding which took place at
the homo Of Col. and Mrs. John
Frame at Grafton. eliminated q
romance which began during school
ddyS dt SIdlIOH. AlIeT LIS very Sill
pie service in Col. and Mrs. FRAMES
home, the wedding breakfast was
served at the home of the brides
uncle and aunt. Mr.. and Mrs. VIM.
Chandler. Lieut.. Frame and his bride
spent their honeymoon in Fargo and
Valley City, and were here for a day.
later going to Bismarck, where the
groom Joined his company. They will
remain at Fort Lincoln until the state
troops leave for their concentration
10 MN tElhE H#EH THa r" .r. aH. -If"#7s '
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1917-07-31
FRENCH ARMY GENERAL
is EXPERT GARDENER

Paris, July 30.-The general-in-
chief. of the French army is becoming
the first gardener of France. He is
raising, under his own supervision,
enough vegetables to supply the en-
tire general staff.
When Gen. Petain arrived at the
simple villa now serving as general
headquarters. he found spacious lawns
and flower gardens. He obtained per-
mission from the proprietor to dig
them up.
Roses and other climbing plants
have been replaced by beans, peas,
cabbage. tomatoes and potatoes.
The general is out at daylight every
morning inspecting his crops and d.
recting the work Of soldiers who ac-
cupy their leisure off duty wedding
and cultivating the garden.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1917-07-31
REMOVAL OF EVIDENCE
MAGISTRATES DELAY
J. 81. McInerny to Be Given Hearing
in McIoughlin'ss Court
Thursday.

Because the evidence to be used In
the case OF the State vs. J. II. Me-
Inerny, general manager of the East
Grand Forks Brewing company. had
been removed to Fargo to be used be-
fore q superior tribunal; the hearing
set for the defendant yesterday after
moo at 2 o'clock, was postponed in
Justice McLoughlin's court until
Thursday afternoon
McInerny has an charges OF VIOLA
tons of the Bookkeeping law against
him and has selected Attorney George
"A Bangs az his legal representative.
Assistant States Attorney d. ". Bren-
nan and Attorney Bronson will repre-
cent the state.
Bonds to the extent OF $500 were
given by McInerny8for his appearance
in court IN the charge lodged against
him az an individual. and and add
tiona1 bond wherein he and j N.
.O'Keefe, an employe OF the brewery,
are Jointly charged with violating the
liquor laws.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1917-07-31
SOAKING RAINS in
SOME SECTIONS OF
STATE HELP CROPS

Bismarck, N. D., July Stood
rains, ranging from .6S Of an inch at
Dickinson to "a at Bismarck were
general over the slope last night, again
thoroughly s%aturating the soil, bring
ing about marked changes for the bet
ter in crops Of all kinds and particu-
larly gratifying Improvements in pas
lures. Light showers were reported
from all but a few weather stations IN
the state. Aside from Dickinson, Minot
with AZ Of an inch, Jared the best.
Temperatures throughout the state
today are low and the skies are clou-
dy, which enable the crops in general
to derive the most benefit from the
moisture. Predictions are for continu-
ed cool temperatures and fair skies.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1917-07-31
STRANGE NOTE FOUND
IN BOTTLE ON SHORE
OF DEVILS LAKE MAY
CLEAR UP MYSTERY

Devils Lake, N. D., july. S1.-A
r4essage was found in a bottle on n
shore Of Devils Lake by Captain Fora,
dated August II. 1913, which read as
foIlnws:
"This is to say goodbye. ! am
weary Of this world since the only
girl I ever loved has gone to the
tiful beyond and I have gone to Join
her. I say farewell, beautiful world"
Whether the note is really 2 fare
well of some heart broken youth be-
fore he ended his career by drowning
IN the lake or whether it was the
prank of some picnic party. hoping to
cause some excitement, cannot be
definitely determined.
The only clue so far disclosed is he
fact that August II, 1913. was Sun
day and a day for picnics at the lake.
The empty pickle bottle and the
wrapping paper, On which the note
was written. also lead, officials to be-
lieve that it was the prank Of some
n~icnickersI
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1917-07-31
CHANCE FOR ALL
WOMEN TO HELP

Buy as much food as you can
that is raised in your neighbor-
hood, SO as to avoid transporta-
ton. Avoid ordering from a dis
tance whenever possible. Find
out what is raised nearest to you
and buy there. The railroads will
be congested with moving troops
and government supplies. Rail-
road men are being sent abroad,
causing q shortage Of hands.
Every foot Of space in a freight
car that you can save from
carrying YOUR food car be used
for government purposes. And
carry home whatever you can
stop having things delivered so
far as you car This Is real
service that every woman can
rander .----.-- --- --- -
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1917-07-31
FIRES in
HIBBING REGION

Hibbing, Mimi, July 31.-Forest
fires advancing in this direction yes
terday caused no alarm here as they
are burning in the big hills between
Chisholm and Hibbing on the county
road quite a distance away. Great
dense clouds Of smoke darkened the
sky. The little rain that fell Sunday
night did not put out the fires which
have sprung up in the Bear River
country and in other districts sur
rounding Hibbing.
Gilbert, Mimi, reports forest fires
burned briskly within a few miles Of
that city Sunday and last night, light
ing up the country for miles. Forest
rangers are ahead Of the flames. Rain
is promised for tonight.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1917-07-31
NEW POISON GAS
is GIVEN TRIAL

Minneapolis. July 31.-New poison
gas, recently invented by Minnesota
scientists, was given a test yesterday
in the new offices of the British re-.
cruiting mission in this city. The in
ventors, Professor Ross A.. Gortner
and DR.. George Holm Of the university
farm, assisted by Prof. A. D. Hirsch~
fielder Of the University of Minnesota
medical college, were present. The
test proved that the use Of the British
gas mask makes the wearer immune
mask that was used failed utterly.
The gas masks were loaned by Major
J.. F.. Templeton Of the British mis-
sion. The British mask vas used by
Major Templeton at Vimy Ridge and
the German mask he found in No
Mans Land.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1917-07-31
Katsis Shoots Man
For Insulting Wife

Missoula, Mont, July s1.-George
Katsis shot Frank Danaskus through
the head following a quarrel over at
tentions which Danashus is said to
have paid to the wife Of the former.
g. few hours.
Following the shooting. Katsis SUR
rendered himself to Sheriff Green
and was placed in the county jail.
The shooting is the climax of q
chain Of events which began a week
ago.. On one particular day, It is al
legged that Danaskus came to the Kat
sis home and insulted the woman.
Her husband worked directly across
the affair.