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The Mount Holly news. [volume] (Mount Holly, Burlington Co., N.J.) 1891-1942, 1917-04-17

Do not fail to buy some tickets fol
the entertainment in the opera house
Thursday evening, for the benefit O
the Red Cross Association. This com
pany of women is doing good worl
that is greatly appreciated by the high
er authorities OF the association, but
money is needed to carry on the vari
GUS projects. Visit the room in tn,
library building, corner of High ant
Murrell streets. 1t il open daily ant
you can get very good idea of wha
is being done. 1t will be seen that
lot OF bandages and other articles hav
been prepared, and incidentally it ma,
be stated that nothing that has thu
far been made by the Mount Holly as
ISOLATION has been shipped away, an,
1t LIS open to the closest inspection.
Students in the graduating class c
the Burlington high school hav
pledged to cut out all unnecessary ex
pense at commencement exercises an,
to donate the money thus saved to tn
county chapter OF the Red Cross. Thi
act might well be adopted Throughout
the county. For some time there ha
been an effort to have q system inau
gurated whereby the graduating elias
in the Mount Holly school would adop
uniform dress, and thus each pup
would be on an equal footing. 1t ha
been the custom In past years for som
to wear expensive dresses made e.
Ipressly for the occasion, while other
were either compelled to emulate or b
content to suffer in comparison wit
those who were better able to secur
finer clothing. Then there has bee
the presentation oflarge bouquets of e,
pensivs flowers. All Of this has bee
very pleasing and gratifying, but VIII
not act right now and decide, as til
burlington class has done, to make
change that will be beneficial O
laronnd
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07

Rev. s. Elfred Leech, who has just
commenced his pastofate at the Meth
odist church in this city, before he
began preaching was successfully farm
er. clerk, collector salesman. oilcloth
worker. shipping clerk and foreman. He
was born in Monmouth in 1863 and ed
ucated in the public schools. Monmouth
Academy and later in Boston. At 80
years Of age he yielded to his early
call and entered the ministry. supply
ing in various churches, for the long
est time in the town Of Wayne. In
1895 he became pastor of the Methodist
church in North Augusta, joining the
Methodist Conference the next year. He
has subsequently ministered to the
needs of the Methodist people in Liv-
ermore Falls. Kennebunkport. Cape Por-
poise. Bridgton and Kennebunk. At the
age of 81, Mr.. Leech married Eva Els
telle Cutter of Boston. One son. Rev.
Henry E. Leech. is pastor of the High
land Methodist church in Holyoke.
Mass, and another son. Rev. Arthur l..
Leech. is pastor of the Methodist church
in Austin Colo Another son. Clifton
8. Leech, is student in the Boston
University School of Medicine. The
two elder sons were married and each
has two sons.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07
GARDINER IN THE
PATRIOTIC PARADE

The Gardiner division for the patriot
ic parade at Augusta the forenoon Of
May Sth will number over 1900 and be
composed of 20 units. including a band
and drum corps of 40 men, the larg-
est body ever taken at one time out
of Gardiner. They will leave at 9.25
A. NJ by special train of Is cars re-
served exclusively for the marchers. the
public going by trolley. Each unit will
carry the national flag at it's head and
be suitably Differed
Major John W. Berry will have charge
and be assisted by the following aids:
George S. Williams, H. H. Stevens,
George w. Brown, William P. Smith,
Everett H. Maxcy. Edwin Simons. Law
renee Emerson, w. o. Cobb. Harvey
Winslow. The formation will be COL
umn of tours marching at intervals of
two PAGES.
Each unit will meet at it's own head
quarters sufficiently early to report in
perfected column at 8.45 and no later,
at the junction of Water. Bridge and
Brunswick streets. They will immedi-
ately take position as follows: On Wat
er street from Elks hall extending west.
Hazards Band, Companies A. B, c, D.
,
on BridgcMtreet, west side, at junction
with Water street, and extending to-
ward Highland avenue. Drum Corps.
Commonwealth. G. A. r., Knights Of
Columbus. Gardiner High school in or
der named; on the other side of Bridge.
west from Water. back. Boy Scouts.
Scout recruits, Hollingsworth and Whit
ney, Sons of Veterans: on Brunswick
from Water, Board of Trade. Campfire
girls. These positions will be held I'M
til orders are received to move into
the main column for march to railroad
station. Managers will equip their men
with transportation before moving. The
necessity of promptness is evident In
event of rain. as near Z A. NJ. as pos
sible, a long blast will be blown on
the fire whistle, indicating that the
whole affair at Augusta has been post
poaed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07
Communication

A large number Of citizens and
friends of Hallowell high school are
indignant over the recent action of
the school board in refusing to adopt
the recommendation of the superin-
tendent of schools that the present
principal be reelected. The growth
and rapidly developing efficiency Of
the school under the present admins
tration has been very gratifying to
those competent to judge and observe
the work done. In view Of this, and
the fact that no legitimate reason can
be offered why the present system
should not continue, it seems very I'M
likely that the public whose interests
the school committee is supposed to
respresent, will allow such unwarrant-
ed action to prevail without a vigor-
Gus protest. 1t is felt that the board
should accept the judgment Of those
whose profession it is to know the
neds and conditions Of schools, rath-
er than to accept the versions Of the
prejudiced, or to allow personalities
to enter the case-especially so, when
no member of the board has ever Wis
tied the high school. FAIR PLAY.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07

The executive committee OF the Hal
lowell Red Cross at meeting held
last Wednesday evening in the coun-
Gil room Of the City hall. among 9TH
err matters Of business, voted to set
as the date Of the proposed Tag day,
Saturday. May 10, and appointed as
committee on arrangements, Mrs.
Horace 6. Turner. Mrs. Wallace II.
Perry, Mrs. Charles O'Brien and Mrs.
Ernest Currier. The intention is to so
divide the city into districts that ev-
cry person shall have an opportunity to
contribute to this most worthy cause.
While it is hoped that the contribu-
tons will be generous in amount as
we'll as in number it is desired that
no one shall fail to give because his
contribution must be small. The cause
is in no sense a sectional one, it is
nationwide in its appeal, and should
have the support Of every person in
the community. If all have a share,
however small, in this work, the re-
suits will be such that we may be
proud Of our community spirit. The
money will go for hospital supplies,
material which our own Hallowell lads
may need. Remember, then, Red Cross
Tag day. May 10.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07

its organization. The list II a. follows:
Regent, Miss Jessica J. Haskell: vice re-
gent. Miss Julia NJ. Wells: secretary. Mas
Abby L. Eveleth; treasurer. Miss Ruth 4.
Written; registrar, Miss Annie Jones: his
,orion. Miss Belle L. Prebie; counseloss.
Miss vira B. johnson. Mrs. Gertrude e.
v. Alexander. Mrs. Kate Beeman Berry.
Mrs. Sarah Jarvis woodward and Miss
Pauline Lowell. Following the election.
various patriotic measures we're discussed.
It was voted to buy at once a dozen
ready cut garments for use in Red Cross
hospitals and to start work upon them
Immediately as a definite beginning Of
Red Cross work. The making Of surg-
cal dressings was urged and attendance
upon Red Cross classes. After the busi-
ness meeting came the social hour which
was much enjoyed. Delicious refresh
ments were served by the hostess. Miss
Eveleth, assisted by members Of the chap
ter. A particularly pleasant feature was
the presence of the honorary member.
Miss Sophia Gilman, on this occasion. No
more effective testimony to enjoyment OF
the occasion could be found than, reluct-
ance with which the meeting broke up.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07
Red Cross Knitting

The yarn for Red Gross knitting can
be obtained by applying to Mrs. p. A.
Brown, Water street. The knitted ar
ticles most desired at present are socks
and sleeveless army sweaters. In
structions in regard to knitting sent
from headquarters are that the arti-
ticles shall be knitted rather loosely
and that the socks shall be made at
least II inches long in the foot.
The directions for knitting sleeve
less army sweaters are as follows: l
pound of yarn, No. 6 needles. Cast on
70 stitches, knit 2. purl 2. three inches.
Knit plain % inches. making 81 inches
in all. Shoulders: Knit "a stitches. bind
off "a stitches and with "a stitches on
needles knit 4 rows. Add "a stitches
which brings you back to the first "a
stitches. Knit 4 rows same as opposite
side. You now have Y stitches. Knit
% inches, purl 8, knit 8. three inches.
Sew up sides leaving an arm hole 81
inches. Crochet , rows single round
arm holes and neck, or make strip of
rubbing like bottom of sweater and
sew round neck, making a standing
collar.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07
OAKLAND
D. of V. Dance q Success-G. A.
r. to Meet-Child Welfare
Meetings Prove Helpful

The dance held Friday night at Mes.
salonskee hall under the auspices of the
Daughters of Veterans was very
pleasant social affair The hall was sim
ply but tastefully decorated with few
large American flags and the dance ia
vors were knots of red. white and blue
ribbon Several couples came from Wat
erville and the music also was supplied
from that city. Great credit for the
success of the evening is due the COM
mittee, which was composed as follows:
Miss Mildred Boynton, chairman; Miss
Charlotte Bickford Mrs. Maud Leavitt,
Miss Mildred Penney.
Regular meeting of Sergt. Wyman
Post. G. a. r., will occur Monday night.
AS this is the last meeting of the Post
before Memorial day a good attendance
is desired
Walter S. Dyer is at home from Dub
lin, n. H.. on a brief visit.
George H. Vinegar Is away. on
business trip to Boston and New York
City.
The house on Church street which
has been occupied by DR.. Ames has been
let to Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Cook, who
will move in at once. Mr.. Cook is boss
finisher at the mill of the American
Wooden Co.
A most helpful series Of meetings in
the interest of child welfare has just
closed. The committee, of which Mrs.
II. l.. Hunton is chairman, has given
Oakland a rare opportunity to hear tho
talented speakers that have appeared
On the programs arranged by this COM
mittee. All the meetings have been well
attended and a deep interest has been
shown in the phases of the subject as
presented The musical selections rem
dered by the community chorus and
others nave been much enjoyed also.
Kenneth Baker. the son Of Mr.. and
Mrs. Ross Baker of Oak street had the
misfortune to break both bones Of his
right arm on Thursday of last week.
He was riding with ]. c. Clark and fell
from the wagon. DR.. Totman adjusted
the fracture and the arm Is now on the
way to a speedy recovery.
Lral Nickerson is passing the week
end with his parents. Mr.. and Mrs Jas.
Nickerson, on Fairfield street. having
taken a short vacation from his studies
at Shaw's Business College in Port
land.
Miss Asenath Tozier is passing Sum
day in Pittsfeld at the home Of her
uncle. Dennis Getchell.
After passing a two-weeks vacation
with her parents. Mr.. and Mrs. Chas.
Tozier, on Alpine street, Miss Ruth To-
zier has returned to Lewiston to con-
tinue the training course in the Gen.
trail Maine General hospital.
The citizens of Heath street are very
appreciative of the new cinder side
walk that is being constructed there.
Eugene w. Towle has just returned
from an extended visit to California.
Rachel Roy, who was SO seriously
injured by fall several days ago. Is
reported as gaining rapidly.
There will be meeting OF Mt Le-
banon Council tonight.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07
HALLOWE

Mary kelton Dummer Chapter D.
A. r., held its annual meeting at the
home OF the secretary, Miss Abby l..
Eveleth, Friday afternoon at 4.30. The
meeting was well attended and full of
patriotic enthusiasm. After the sing
ing of America" it was voted to omit
the roll call and the minutes Of the
previous meeting. The reports of the
various officers for the past'year were
read and approved. The secretary,
Miss Eveleth. reported the full num-
Der of meetings held in accordance
with the program, and mentioned es-
pecially the reception and luncheon
rendered Mrs. Guernsey, now presi-
dent-general of the National Society,
ID. A. r., by Miss Merrick at her beau
tiful home last summer; the reception
to Miss Sophia Gilman. great grand
daughter of the Mary kelton Dummer
for whom the chapter is named, in Oc-
tober at the home of the regent; and
the particularly delightful affair given
in March by the younger members of
the chapter at the Hallowell House.
The chapter. through its committee on
patriotic education has distributed pa
triotic leaflets to certain schools and
has presented framed copies of the
Allegiance to the Flag" to every
school room of the city. A slide of the
flag and the Allegiance was presented
to the Acme theater. The treasurer,
Miss Written, gave detailed account
Of the receipts and expenditures for
the year. and declared all State and
national claims paid and a satisfac-
hal NJ in, hn no
istrar. Miss Jones, reported one new
member, Miss Ada Edgecomb: and the
completion Of card index required by
the State registrar. The historian, Miss
Preble, announced the publication of
the early tax lists of Hallowell and
the presentation of copies to the Hub
bard library. the State library at Au-
gusta, the library of the New Eng
land Historic and Genealogical Society
at Boston, and the national D. A. r. IL
brary in Memorial Continental hail.
Washington. Pamphlets relating to
HaIlowell history have been presented
to the State library during the year, in
pursuance Of a plan to eventually
supply that library with all historical
works concerning Hallowel.
The publication of the second book of
Halloweli records. "Hallowell Marriage
Intentions from IN has been begun by
the regent and will probably be complete !
during the coming year. Miss Preble has
in preparation a list of the Revolutionary
soldiers of Hallowell Any person having
information concerning any such will
confer favor upon the chapter by giving
the details to Miss Preble. The intention
is to include in the list as many bio
graphical details as can be obtained The
council reported two meetings and three
names voted upon. The chapter then pro
oeeded to the election Of officers for the
ensuing year The entire board Of off
GERS was returned for the fourth consec-
utive year. 1t Is an interesting fact that
except for one change caused by illness
and another by removal from town. the
chapter has had the same officers since
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07
Mis-. Frances N. Mitchell

Word was received in Gardiner Sun
day of the death at Wells Beach of Miss
Frances Mitchell Of Randolph. She was
born in Pittston January 27. 1912. and
was the daughter Of Enos and Mary
(White) Mitchell. Miss Mitchell was
an active worker in the Randolph Meth
odist church and the Gardiner w. c.
T. U. Any undertaking for the bet
terment Of humanity found in her
ready sympathy and aid and her kind
ly advice and assistance will be much
missed by many She Is survived by
one brother, ~ c. Mitchell of Ran
dolph. The remains will be brought to
Randolph and funeral services announc-
ed later.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07
ADJUSTMENTS
THE STRAND

Georae Walsh in 1.-THE Mediator" and
Francis X. Bushman with Beverly
Bayne in the 18th Chapter Of "The
Great Secret" at The Strand Today
At last Western drama that is diff
ferent!
That is what William Fox now pre-
sents to the public under the title OF
The Mediator" George Walsh has
the title role, a character who loves
peace so much that he continually
fights for 1t.
Walsh takes the part of Lish Henley,
who shoots Bill Higgins Uee Willard),
the village bully. Then he sends flow
ers to Bill in the hospital, and the sick
man, grateful, tells Lish that he eX-
poets to start a new life when he Is
we'll He is going to rejoin his wife,
Martha pearl Elmore), in Peaceful
Hill. Cal.
Lish likes the name Of the place, so
he sells his mine in Arizona. and starts
far Peaceful Hill.
Arrived at Peaceful Hill, Lish seeks
Martha Higgins, and finds her. He
also finds Maggie Juanita Hansen), a
waitress, who helps the Mediator in
his fight against the men of Keswick.
These men have followed Lish to the
place. in an effort to get revenge for
the insult to their leader.
Many adventures follow. In the
END, Lish is victorious and all the
enemies of peace have been put to
rout
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07
ALMA

w. j. Seigars has purchased new
horse from w. X. Clisby.
Mrs. A. F. HENDERSON is visiting her
daughter, Mrs. s. p. Humason.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Richardson are
at home for the summer, after passing
the winter in Bath.
Miss Annie Seigars Is working at
George McDoEald's.
The members of Sheepscot Valley
Grange put up three new chimneys
last Tuesday.
Mrs. W. J. Humason and daughter
Ruth went to New Britain, Conn, last
Thursday for a short visit.
Ruth Seigars is working at Erin
Ayerilps
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07
lowell Parade Arrangement

The Freshman class of the Hallowell
High school gave party Friday eve
ming in the City hall to the teachers of
the schools, the pupils and invited
guests. A short program opened the
evening:
Piano solo. Louise Skillin; reading.
Ethel Dawbin piano solo, Ruth Nelson:
reading. Catherine Carpenter; piano
solo, Louise Skillin; reading, Ruth Nell
son.
After the formal program came
games, Seventh and Seven-out, and
Tucker, in which teachers and pupils
Joined. Refreshments were served at
an intermission and the evening closed
with dancing. Mrs Abbot. Mrs. Beal.
Miss Haskell and Miss Hodgins were
chaperones The party was voted a
very pleasant affair and much credit is
due the Freshmen, who planned and
managed the evenings entertainment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07

The grange met Saturday afternoon
with an interesting program conduct
ed by the lecturer Mrs. Lizzie Witham
in the nature of responses to intelli-
gent questions There was one appli-
cation for membership and at the next
meeting there will be degree work.
The last meeting Of the Women's
Club was held May at the home Of
Mrs. Julia Vittum. The roll call was
responded to by current events and
the general topic was War Conditions
in Europe. Readings were given by
Mrs. Coolidge, Mrs. French, Mrs. T.
7. Young and Miss Chispa Rowell.
The next meeting will be held in two
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07

The special train to the patriotic
demonstration in Augusta on May 8
will run from South Gardiner. leav-
ing there at 9.15 A. NJ. and Gardiner
at 925 On the return trip the train
will leave Augusta at O'Clock. The
fare for the round trip will be 20 cents
There are 1900 tickets at the Gardiner
office and it looks now as II they
would all be needed
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07

citation: Hallowell fire department; Higa
school. Grammar school: Hallowell citi-
gems. 1t is important that everyone in
tending to participate in the parade be
at the NJ. c. r. r. station at $50 "A. NJ.
as the train leaves at s.35 sharp. In case
Of Indictment weather Tuesday and It Is
decided not to parade. the fire whistle
will blow at no A. NJ. The head Of each
division or society that is to march in the
parade is asked to be at City hall at 7.So
this evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07

In spirited game on the Muster field
Saturday afternoon Maria Clark Gram
mar school defeated the Central street
Grammar school of Gardiner by score
OF to 0. The game was most interest
ing and a good sized gathering was pres
ent. Maria Clark battery was Wight and
Greeley; for Central street the battery
was Henderson, Bowling and, Kelley. For
Hallowell, Wight pitched a strong game,
allowing the visitors but two hits. This
makes the fourth consecutive victory this
year for the Maria Clark team
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07

An out-of-town autoist lost control
Of his car Saturday forenoon on Wa
ter street and ran upon the sidewalk
in front Of Preble & Keene's store,
crashing into the store front. TWO
panes Of large double thick glass were
broken and the glass sign demolish-
ed. The only damage done the machine
was a bent mud guard. =
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07
Funeral of Mrs. Reed

The funeral Of the late Mrs. Lucinda
P. Reed was held Saturday afternoon at
2 o'clock from her late home on Plaisted
street. Rev. r. S. Pinkham officiatcd ana
the ladies of Heath Relief Corps. of which
deceased was a member, attended in a
body. The bearers were Charles Berry,
Rosco Carleton, William Buker and Sam
uel Dunton. The interment was in Oak
Grove cemetery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07

At the annual meeting of the Board of
Health held Friday evening the board
was organized as follows: G. Ernest Luce
was elected chairman and inspector o:
plumbing: H. c. Fuller was reelected sec
rotary and executive officer; Charles H.
Coombs reelected third member Of the
board; Barton H. Manhire elected SUBJ
inspector of plumbing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07

The formation Of Hallowell Division in
the patriotic parade Tuesday. May 8, in
Augusta is as follows: Marshal. H. G.
Turner; aides, J. D. Nutting. Jr., and En-
cry 0. Beane; Sons Of Veterans: G, A. f.
in carriages; Mayor j.. NJ. Robinson and
city government; Hallowen Fife and
Drum Corps; Hallowell Firemen's Asso-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07
Camden II. s., 5, vinaIhaven z

Camden. Me, May 6.-Camden High
punched hits on Hatch in the third in
ming of Saturdays game in the Knox
County High School League and de-
feated vinalhaven High, S to 4. Hatch
had II strikeouts. The score:
Camden II. S.. Il 0 3 1000 -S-i.3
Vinalhaven % 0 0 0 0 % 0 0-2.4.3
Batteries, Richards and Taylor: Hatch
and Fifeld.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07
Gardiner Gardeners Cooperate

Cooperation is the order of the
day. Why not do SO in gardening?
Fertilizer and seeds are expensive.
Some families would like a garden but
find the expense prohibitive. Others
would like one but lack the time to
care for it. Let the man who lacks
time furnish the seed and fertilizer and
the other the work. Divide the pro-
ducts.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07

Deputy Sheriff Robinson and Chief
Of Police Tozier seized two kegs OF
beer each containing is gallons, at, the
American. Express. The beer was con-
signed to Cathance but was brought
through to this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07

An extended leave of absence has
been granted Edward L. Hartman.
mailing clerk at the postoffice. Mr..
Hartman, who has been in rather
poor health Of late. will leave Mon
day for North Wallace, n. s.. where
he will remain about four months.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-05-07

The new schedule of prices adopted
by Gardiner blacksmiths will be found
posted in each shop The following
blacksmiths have also agreed to close
Saturday afternoons beginning May 10
to October LIST: Wentworth & Warren,
G. Elmer Huntington. E. G. Brown.
Bradley Smith. Randolph. may5d3t