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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Saturday was a thoroughly disagree
able one. 1t was snow but so damp
that it very closely approached rain
and was about as disagreeable as it is
possible for a storm to be. The snow
fell continuously until late in the eve
ming and covered the ground with
about three inches Of water held in a
spongy mass that passed for snow.
Walking through it was 4 good deal
like walking or wet mattress and
was FULLY as hard. Street Commission
er Marshall had the sidewalk plows
out early bat it was impossible to get
all the slush off the walks and as re-
suit about everyone that was out went
home with wet feet and rubber boots
were the only sensible thing to wear
on ones feet. The snow disappeared
rapidly during the day and before
night there was very little left of it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

The hold which the pictures have on
the public was never better shown than
on Saturday when, in spite Of a raging
blizzard. the City Opera house was pack
ed to the doors for two shows The first
set of pictures were shown at $50 and
long before the time for the opening ev
cry seat was taken and even standing
room was gone at o'clock. and it was
necessary to stop selling tickets until the
opening of the second show at $50. When
it is considered that this is Lent and
that the evening was a very disagreeable
one some idea Of the hold the movies
have on the people of Watervlle can be
gained
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
,irect effect on Americas future his.

direct effect on Americas future his
tory.
The kaleidoscope developments of
the last few weeks history has been
followed most keenly. The apparent
crumbling of Turkish power in Meso-
potamia and Persia as shown in the
capture of Van today by the Russians,
following the fall of Bagdad to the
British. the unexpected sweeping for
ward of both British and French in
wide swath IN the West front the
pro-war revolution in Russia. threats
of internal trouble in Germany ana
China's severance of diplomatic rela-
tons have served to convince many
observers that the beginning or the
end is near.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
NJ. c. r. r. PLACES
EMBARGO ON SHIPMENTS

The Maine Central Railroad on Satur-
day placed an embargo on all shipments
and number Of local companies hauled
loads of freight to the station and then
had to turn around and haul them back
to their warehouses. On Saturday also
the yards in this city were packed full
Of cars, but there was a great rush to
clear them out and Sunday the num-
Der was below the average. Among rail-
road men generally it was believed that
the strike was off and that they had
nothing to fear and few of them made
any pretence that they were otherwise
than very glad that it was so.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
Teuton Retreat

greatest since the battle Of the Mari.
1t is considered not merely a local .uo
cess, but a veritable strategic retire..
forced upon the Germans, the full cons.
quences of which probably will no, /.
revealed for several days. The fact TIA.
the French at certain points went ~
yond the road from Roye to Noyon IA,
Gates that the German retreat will -.
end there.
THE Germans still are at Noyon."
favorite phrase of the parliamentary a,
ponents Of the government who sop,b,
to impress upon 1t the fact that the G.,
mans were only 81 miles from Paris v,
now have to be abandoned.
1t would be difficult to say. militia.
critics assert where the German. -,
pose to establish a stable defence n.
retreat of modern armies. encunA.,.,
with great supplies Of material. can \.
effected only with extreme sown.,,
which permits an active and resolute "A.
versary to maintain contact unceasnglv
This is the first occasion since the AZ
mics have been established on the west,r,
baar
evacuated by the Germans and occup,.d
by the French and English. Bapaums
Roye. Lassigny and large number q,
villages in Picardy ard Artois. which "a,
| two years have not seen French uni,
forms. now can witness the tri-color O,
! their country and the flags Of their au,e.
The victorious entry of the French inn,
Roye on the heels of the retiring German.
was marked by stirring incidents In which
! 500 liberated citizens participated regard.
| less of danger The inhabitants threw
themselves in front of the arriving
French soldiers. all shouting as thev d,d
so "Vive la France" Women Rugged
them while old people grasped Their
hands. Tears were in the eyes OF all
when suddenly a l2-year-old boy beszn
singing the Marseillase, which was taxl&
up instantly by the population. onrushIS
soldiers Joined In and IL was TO the strains
of the national anthem that the French
outposts left Roye pressing the retreat.
! ing Germans.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
MISS CLAY ADDRESSES
EQUAL SUFFRAGE LEAGUE

The advocates of equal suffrage
turned out in quite good numbers to
hear the address of Miss Laura Clay
at Library hall Saturday evening. The
speaker was introduced by Mrs. Julia
Getchell. who, in the absence of the
chairman, Mrs. T. B. Ashcraft, took
charge of the meeting. Miss Clay
proved to be a very interesting and
forceful speaker, and as president of
the Kentucky Equal Suffrage League,
she was thoroughly at home with her
subject, and gave to her hearers very
convincing address
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
FRENCH KEEP UP
PURSUIT NORTH
OF NOYON ROAD

Paris, March 1S.-The withdrawal
of the Germans continues rapidly over
a wide section of the French front.
The official announcement given out
this afternoon says the German rear
guards were unable to delay the
French. who defeated them and press
ed forward energetically. The French
have occupied all the grounds between
the old lines and the Roye- Noyon
road from Demery as far as the Lagny
heights. The French are continuing
pursuit of the Germans north OF the
Noyon road, the statement says.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

A very interesting talk on missions
was given at the Congregational church
Sunday by Rev. Burleigh v. Mathews,
who has been in this county but short
time from India where he has been
working for many years and who plans
to return there within a very short
time His words coming from one who
is thoroughly familiar with the condi-
lions there were of especial interest and
gave many Of his hearers new light
into the work of the churches in that
country.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
BOY SCOUTS TO DRILL
THIS EVENING

The second drill of the Metropolitan
Boy Scouts will be held at the Armory
Monday night under the direction of
Captain Murray of Co. H. These boys
will number about so and they have
been gathered together by Supt. T. A.
Fortier Of the local branch who has
made the arrangements with Captain
Murray tc train them and who plans
to furnish them with uniforms and
other necessary equipment They will
meet every Monday night for drill and
under the efficient direction Of Captain
Murray will nc doubt make a well-drill-
ed and competent division
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
PRICE OF SUNDAY PA
PERS TAKES A Jump

The high cost Of living hit the Sunday
papers when the people who have been
accustomed to purchase their papers
from the boys who carry them about the
city were forced to pay seven sents each
for them Sunday. At some of the stores
no change was made in the price. Ths
Boston papers are no longer returnable
and all Of the local dealers cut down the
number which they were to receive ami
as a result there was serious shortage
in the afternoon and only those who had
ordered ahead were sure of their paper.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Skowhegan Council has extended an in
vitation to the members of Mt. Lebanon
Council to attend meeting to be held
in Skowhegan Wednesday, March clst,
which will continue through the after
noon and evening. The royal master will
be worked at O'Clock followed by the Sc
lect master. and at $50 there will be a
banquet followed in the evening by the
working Of the super excellent master de-
gree. A number of the local members Of
Mt Lebanon are planning on attending.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
Rep. Bussabarger Addresses
a Crowd at the M. e. Church

The address at the Methodist church
Sunday afternoon was by Rev. Robert
l.. Bussabarger, representative to the
Legislature from Lubec and famous as
the man who introduced the bone dry
law. Mr.. ussabargers subject was
protecting Our Women and Girls and
1t was a powerful address dealing with
conditions as they are in the State and
Union. He was listened to with the clos
est attention by the large audience and
his words made deep impression.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
JOHN COTE FINED FOR
ILLEGAL POSSESSION

Justice Frank X. Shaw Saturday fore
noon on the charge of illegal possession
as a result of the raid at his farm by
Deputy Sheriffs Dignam and Preo at
which so gallons of liquor was discovered
He waived the reading of the warrant
waived trial. was adjudged guilty and
sentenced to pay fine of 500 and costs
or serve 50 days in iaNs appealed and fur
nished bonds in the sum Of $500 for the
April term of court
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
Had
Il Americans
Loss $l,750,00O

New York March 2S.--The Vigilancia
was built in 1890 for the New York
and Cuba Mail Steamship Co. better
known as the Ward Line. Until shortly
after the outbreak of the war. she was
engaged in passenger and freight trade
In 1914, she was sold to engage in the
cotton carrying trade from the United
States to German ports. In March, 1915,
while on the way to Bremen she was
seized by a British cruiser and taken
into Kirkwall.
Since then the Vigilancia is said to
have changed owners twice. When
sunk she was under charter to the
Globe Line.
She sailed from New York Feb %,
for the Azores and Havre, af-
ter being detained for three days af-
| ter clearing, by strike among her
, crew. The ship was plainly marked
as an American vessel with flags painted
on port and starboard bows and with
her name and hailing port of New York
on both sides in letters five feet high.
The Cargo
Details as to what constituted her
cargo are withheld by customs officials,
but it is understood that the cargo
was valued at nearly s750.00O and the
ship at more than 81 100000 The car
go consisted in part Of provisions. Prior
to sailing, 1t was reported by some Of
the men connected with the crew that
a large consignment of collins was also
on board. The Vigtlancia registered
4, lis tons gross.
The crew comprised As men, of whom
Il were Americans, including Capt. F..
"A. Middleton. Two of the q were nat
uralized and one had first papers.
There were also five Porto Ricans and
one Filipino In the fire room force.
capt. Middleton is a New York man
The names of 10 Americans in rhe
crew are on file here. They are.
b. D. O'Connell, mate, New York
Cl'y' D. II. Smith, second mate, NAL
den. Mass; n. P. North, born in Dem
marx. naturalized, third mate; F.
bro"n' carpenter, Newport News: A.
Illard, quartermaster, Brooklyn: ].
n. Luera. quartermaster, San Juan. 6
Stamot seaman, Philippine islands:
FRED Schwi, born in Norway, natural
lzed' chief engineer; E. A. Denton. as
sistant engineer New York: Walter
scott. Jr., second assistant eneinaer
f1tchburg. Mass; Alexander Rodie,es
Porto Rico, oiler, no address. NJ
Ruidz, Porto Rico. fireman; Mayaeuez
Porto Rico; c. w. Lawson, steward
Newark. N. j.; J. A. Macdonald. Can,
ada (hrst papers,, second cook baker
forthard. New South Wales: Walter
fltts' COOK, Boston. Mass; J. Connors.
waiter Seattle. Wash; E. Lopez, Porto
1sico' mess boy, no address: Paul r
flatt' wireless operator, Winter Hin
Mass i'ii'
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
Mrs, Mirna C, Curran

The funeral of Mrs. Minna Croker
Curran was held at o'clock Sunday
afternoon from the home of her uncle
and aunt'Mr. and Mrs. Fred H. Thomas
on Main street Miss Fannie Whitney of
the Christian Science church, officiating.
The funeral was attended by a large
number of friends in the city, and the
floral offerings were many and beauti-
full. The interment was in the family
lot at North Vassalboro.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Manager Berard of the Elm City
Athletic Club is preparing a fine pro-
cram for the boxing lovers OF the city
on Monday evening, March 26. he
plans for couple of welterwelghts
from Massachusetts,, who are rated as
among the best in their class. He will
have for a semi-hnal Pooler OF Bangor
who made such favorable impression
here the last time, and another oppo-
nent who will be certain to give him
a good go of it,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

There was a large attendance at the
meeting Of the Kennebec Association of
Past Noble Grands of the Rebekah
lodges OF this city and vicinity at the
Odd Fellows hall Saturday afternoon and
evening. The members of the local asso-
citation entertained a good delegation
from the Pine Cone Association Of Au-
gusta. There was an afternoon meeting
followed by supper and very pleasant
evening session.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
Funeral of Moses L. Mosher

The funeral Of Moses l.. Mosher was
held from his late home on Main street
at o'clock Sunday afternoon, Rev. John
F. Thurston of the Getchell street Free
Baptist church, officiating. There was
large attendance of friends and rela-
tives. The bearers were close relatives
of the family. The interment was at
Pine Grove.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
Saturdays Report

During the "a hours up 10 SATURDAY
night the French and British smashed
through German positions on a total
frontage of 81 miles Nothing like it
has been known on the western front
since the Germans were compelled to
fail back from the Marine to the line
of the Aisne in the fall of 1914. Towns,
villages and powerful fortified positions
in which the Germans have been en-
trenched for over two years We're cap
tured. Some experts say the operations
are on such a huge scale that the Ger
mans will be compelled to fight in the
open on scale hitherto unknown on
the western front.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
Notable British Gains

The most notable successes were
achieved by the British, who smashed
German lines on total frontage Of &c
miles. Of these, about 16 miles south
Of the Somme North of the river the
advance was made on a frontage of
about 20 miles. The most important
capture north of the river was the
great stronghold of Bapaume, which
has been one Of the great detectives
of the Somme drive.
The French advance was made in
the vicinity of Roye, where the Ger
mans were compelled to abandon posi-
tions over frontage of Is miles,
The British Report
The text of the British official state
ment Saturday is as follows:
Bapaume has been captured by our
troops after stiff fighting with the Ger
man guard. The town has been systemat-
ically pillaged by the enemy. All private
houses and public buildings alike have
oeen destroyed and everything of value
carried off or burned
Our advance has proceeded ranidlv
during the day on both banks of the
Somme South of the river we have en-
tered the enemy's positions on a front OF
about IS miles and occupied the villages
OF Fresnes, Horgny, villers- Carbonell.
Barleux. Eterpigny and La Maisonette.
North of the river. in addition to the
town or Bapaume, we are in possession of
tne villages of La Transloy. Biefvillers,
hihucourt, Achiet-le-Grand, Achiet-le-
Petit Ablainsevelle, Bucquoy and Es-
sarts We also hold Quesnoy Farm, 1900
yards northeast of the last-named village
and have gained the western and north
western defences Of Monchy -au-B Bots"
The French Advance
The French advance guard. according
to the Paris report. has entered the i'm
portant town Of Roye, and the French
have occupied the entire front between
Andechy and the Disc. comprising pow
erfully fortified lines which the Germans
have held for more than two years
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

The fire department was called out at
about $50 Saturday morning by an alarm
from BOX Il for a fire at the home of
winslow D. Frost on western avenue.
The fire was in the kitchen and did very
little damage. Chemicals were enough
tn care for it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Suffrage workers will be helo at the
home Of the chairman. Mrs. i. .. ASH
craft, Monday evening. at 1.oo' at 81
pleasant street. Matters OF importance
will be taken up at this time and 1t Is
hoped that there will be large at
tendance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

The young people of the Congregation
al church gave very interesting social
at the church vestries Saturday evening
which was greatly enjoyed by those pres
ent. The proceeds will go for the benent
of the Associated Charities.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Rev. Frank H. stedman was the speak
er at the meeting at the Railroad Y. NJ.
c. A. building Sunday afternoon. his sub
iect being Three Important Duties"
There was a song service. The attend
ance was large and the meeting proved
q very interesting one.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
CONSEQUENCES
NOT KNOWN FOR
SEVERAL DAYS

Paris, March 19-The 18th of March
will remain among the most memorable
days of the war in the opinion of TN.
French, who regard the success on the
front from the Ancre to the Disc IA the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
CONTINUED from Page One)

tonight. French cavalry entered Nesle.
In the direction of Ham on the Somme
river, the French forward movement
reached a depth of about 12a miles.
North of scissors, the Frehch nave
occupied Crouy and in the same dis
trict have taken the villages OF Carie-
mont. Morsam and Nouvron Vingre.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

James MCGEE has purchased the
white Front" lunch room near the Bay
View Hotel from Edward Vaughn AMI
will continue to run it as night and
day restaurant Mr.. Vaughn will devote
his time to his upper restaurant.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

The Waterville Womans Association
will hold a Silver Tea at the rooms of
the association, 131 Main street, Tues
day afternoon from 2:30 to $50 The
public is cordially invited. The pro-
ceeds are to go towards the building
fund.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

There will be special convocation
of Teconnet Chapter Royal Arch Mas
ons. Tuesday evening at 1880 for work
in the Past and Most Excellent master
degrees.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

William Ward has been assigned to
the Main street beat which has been
covered by Patrick Cunningham and
Louis Romeo has been given the North
End beat nights, making the new police
force complete.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

There will be meeting Of the domes-
tic science department of the Waterville
Women's Club at the home of Mrs. Har-
~ Brown of Burleigh street Monday aft
ernoon at $50
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Mr. and Mrs. e. W. Clement Of the
East Pond Camps, who have been in
Florida during the winter. have returned
and were the guests Of friends in the city
Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Hon. and Mrs. George K. Boutelle
returned Sunday afternoon from visit
to Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Mrs. seweli Peasley Of Gardiner ar
rived In the city Saturday evening on
her way to attend the funeral OF her
sister. Mrs. Belle w. Reynolds OF
Burnham, Monday morning. she VIII
be accompanied to Burnham oy her
daughter, Mrs. William Booth. ano her
niece. Mrs. s. D. Allen OF this CITY
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

There will be special meeting of
Waterville Lodge, No. SO, F. and A. NJ
Monday evening at 1880 for work in the
Master Mason degree
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Perry Day, who has been visiting
with relatives in the city, has return
ed to Boston, where he is employed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

A. M. McGlusky has returned from a
several days business trip TO Boston
and vicinity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Miss Mary S. Cannon. who has been
passing the past two weeks with
friends in Pennington, returned to her
home Saturday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
VAUDEVILLE

s. Parker Foss passed the weekend
with relatives in Skowhegan.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Mrs. Homer p. Little left Sunday af-
ternoon for visit with friends and
relatives in Boston
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

C. NJ Bailey of Winthrop was in
the city over Sunday as the guest Of
his son, who is a student at Colby.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Miss Louise Thbodeau went to Van
Buren, Saturday. where she will be
employed in millinery store during
the season
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19
COMING EVENTS

March ls-Municipal election ~.
March H-Annual BANQUET retaii WI
r pi Portland Chamber Of Commerca
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Mrs. j. w. Kennedy, who has been
visiting in Waterville for several
weeks, returned to her home in Vas
salboro Saturday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Mrs. w. L. Brown and child, who
have been visiting in Portland for sew
eral weeks, have returned home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Miss Vera Millett, who is attending
the Gorham Normal school. is visiting
at her home in the city for few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Miss Elva Toward, who has been
attending school in Boston, is home
for a short vacation with her parents,
Dr. and Mrs. H. J. Toward
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Miss Margaret O'Donnell has COM
pleted her duties with the WardWell
Dry Goods Co., where she has been
employed for some time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

The pastors class of the First Bap-
fist church will meet at the parsonage
at 7.45 Monday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Miss Phoebe Hunter ras returned 70
her work at the Wardwell Dry GOODS
Co. after a vacation of a week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

silver tea will be held at the rooms
Of the Woman's Association Tuesday aft
ernoon for the benefit of the building
fund
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Harry Rodick of Portland arrived in
the city Saturday evening to attend
the funeral services of his niece Mrs
Minna Curran.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

tending the University of Maine, is at
her home in the city for a few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-03-19

Miss Della Yeaton OF Augusta was
in the city Sunday to attend the ~
neral services of Mrs. Mlnna Curran'