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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

. John Chapman has received word of
the safe arrival in France of his only
son, Clarence, who is a member of the
regular army. Young Chapman was
among the first of the American boys
to go overseas with Gen. Pershing, and
he writes that he is we'll and happy
to be on the firing line. He is a gun
ner and expects to see active service.
An important real estate transfer
was made when E. A. Jones, proprietor
of the Windsor Hotel half owner of
the property, purchased from the l.. L.
Gentner heirs, their undivided half.
He also purchased from Gentner &
Colcord, the Windsor stables, connect
ed with the house, which has for some
Years been managed by Amos Colcord,
enc of the firm. Mr. Jones' brother,
Clifford 3. Jones of Lewiston, will
manage the stables for him. For some
time Mr.. Jones has talked of putting
the hotel on the European plan but has
decided not to do 50 at present. He
has. however, raised the price owing
to the high cost of living
Carroll s. Narney. for some time
driver of the Maine Transportation
cars between this city and Camden,
; has enlisted in the Burleigh Battery
of Augusta as truck driver and left
Monday for Augusta. Mr.. Narney is
skilful driver and is sure to make good
in the army.
Award Craig has taken the place at
the Colonial theatre as usher of Carl
Darby, who has been called into SER
vice in the Maine Coast Artillery, in
which he enlisted several weeks ago.
Victor Whittier, formerly clerk at
the Windsor and for number of years
with the Adams House, Boston, in the
same capacity, is passing a few DAYS
here, guest at the Windsor.
Milton Stephenson. only son of Mr..
and Mrs. D. F. Stephenson, has en-
listed in the Dental Corps at Fl. Slo-
cum. \. Y. and has been assigned to
position as dentists assistant He has
been one year at Tufts Dental College.
He left for TT. Slocum last Friday.
Mr. and Mrs. Emery White of New
York, who are passing the summer
at their bungalow on the East Belfast
shore, left this morning for New
Brunswick to pass a few weeks with
Mrs. Whites parents. Mr.. White is
one Of the Belfast boys who has made
good in the city. at present being
teacher Of voice in the Dewitt Clinton
school in New York, a boys school of
5000 pupils. Many old friends had the
pleasure of hearing him sing on Sun
day at the Country Club. where he
made his first appearance before a To-
cal public for a number of years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

day afternoons of each week is the
Women's Bridge Tournament. closing
on the Goth. The Mems tournament
takes place each Monday night at 30.
On Aug. 8 a billiard match for $50
points will be played by Wilmer j.
Dorman and Robert Heating Of Bel
fast Sunday musicales are given each
week with attractive programs. Golf
and informal dancing all the time A
number Of private luncheons, dinners
and auction parties will be held at the
club in the coming weeks, before the
season closes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31
BELFAST
Daniel Bowen, a Prominent
Granger, Respected Citizen
and Distinguished Veteran,
Dies Bank Clerks E n JOY
Outing

Word was received here today OF
the death in Morrill, on Sunday OF
Daniel o. Bowen, a veteran Of the
Civil war. a prominent Granger and a
highly respected citizen Of Morrill,.
Mr.. Bowen was born in 1872 and was
20 years old when he responded TO
the call for volunteers, enllstlng IN
the 26th Maine Regiment, Company A.
He was with the regiment at the bat
ties of Port Hudson and Irish Bend
and was wounded at the former place
in the right ankle. He was mustered
out in 49, In January, 1864. he again
enlisted, this time in the First Maine
Heavy Artillery. 18th company He
was quickly promoted from private to
corporal, to sergeant and to lieuten-
ant, seeing active service in the bat
ties of Spottsylvania, Petersburg,
Hatchie Creek. Amelia Springs, was
all through the Wilderness with Cen
eral Grant and was present at Lees
surrender. He was finally mustered
out on Sept. II, 1865 at Bangor.
Mr.. Bowen has been active in G. A.
r. circles for many years, was q men,
Der of Thomas H. Marshall post of
Belfast and president for two terms Of
the Waldo County Veterans associa
ton and beloved by every comrade.
He was for many years a prominent
granger, serving as master of Waldo
Pomona for many terms.
Mr.. Bowen married Miss Leila Grace
Elder of Freedom, who with one son,
Ernest. survives him, living with his
parents on the farm in Morrill,. In the
affairs Of the village, Mr.. Bowen has
always taken an active part and will
be greatly missed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31
BaniSheS
Nervousness
Puts Vigor and Ambition into
Rundown, Tired Out
People

n you feel tired out. out Of sorts. de-
spondent mentally or physically de-
pressed. and lack the desire to accom-
plish things, get a 50-cent box Of Wen
dell's Ambition Pills at Bowdtch-We
ster Co today and your troubles will
be over
II you drink too much. smoke too
much. or are nervous because Of over
work of any kind. Wendell's Ambition
Pills will make you feel better in three
days or money back from Bowditch.
Webster Co. on the first box purchased
For al affections Of the nervous sys-
TEN. constipation. loss OF appetite, lack
OF confidence. trembling. kidney or liver
complaints. sleeplessness. exhausted vi
taiity or weakness OF any kind. get
box OF Wendells Ambition Pills today on
the money back plan.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31
WAYNE

The Ladies' Aid of the Baptis,
church will hold their annual fair at
the Wayne Grange hall next Wednes-
day. Aug. l, afternoon and evening. In
the evening will be given a fouract
drama entitled 1.-THE Village Post Of
fee"
Last Sunday a patriotic meeting was
held at the Baptist church. consisting
of exercises by the children, recita-
tons and singing.
Erwin Tribou returned to work this
morning, after passing Sunday with his
wife and children.
Mr.. and Mrs. Sleeper and their
daughter, Katherine. Of Lewiston, are
visiting at the Pocasset House for a
few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

Arthur Smith, who left with the other
members of Battery E of the First
Maine Heavy Field Artillery Sunday
morning for the present quarters at
Brunswick. was made the recipient a few
days ago Of a pretty wrist watch and a
soldiers mirror. both Of which were the
gifts Of his former associates among the
crew Of the State bindery. That the
young man was pleased need hardly be
said.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

A drawing was held at 10 o'clock Mon
day morning at the Office of City Clerk
Martin of five traverse jurors to serve
at the September term of the superior
court for Kennebec county, the names
drawn from the box being as follows: Ed
ward ]. Druery Of Ward s, Thomas c.
Buckley of Ward 3, Augustin Caret Of
Ward 4. Charles E. Murphy of Ward 8
and Joseph E Nichols of Ward g.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31
August Program

The program for August has been
announced for the special events at
the Country Club which include
dances on the 10th. Eth and 31st, each
preceded by a special dinner. the first
French menu, the second Italian and
the last to be named later. The first
Italian dinner given two weeks ago
was such a success that it will be re
peated by request OF members. On Aug
- special dinner and caberet. follow
ed by dancing will be given and is al
ready eagerly anticipated. On Thurs
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31
Cured without pain

Safe, easy treatment, based
on IS years successful prao-
tice In Maine. Cure guaran-
teed. No operation or do.
tention from business. FREQ
consultation, free letter.
%. CT. flSkE
- plaAsar. Az. W eodf ., toftlAAA
New Dewitt House, Lewiston
Saturday, 10 an. to . p.m
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

Fish Warden Daniel A. Mcdonald
OF Portland. who is warden for Saga
dahoc county. has started in on the
census OF the fishermen in the county
and is surprised over the result Of a
visit to Five Islands. on account Of the
falling off Of the fishermen engaged in
the lobster fishing. His census this
week showed Is fishermen as against
Is in 1916.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

The board Of assessors announces In
another column that it will be in session
at its Office in City hall Wednesday,
Thursday and Friday of this week for the
purpose of hearing any claims for adj
justment or error on tax bills. Let those
who have any claims appear on those
dates or forever hold their peace. ADV
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

Master William ]. Fox, the young son
Of Officer William P. Fox of the Angus
ia police force. has purchased the pea
nut stand at the northwest corner Of
Water and Oak streets and will conduct
an ice cream business in connection with
his other trade.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

Mrs. w. F. Hemenway returned
home from Cambridge, Mass last
Thursday. Mrs. Mabel Hemenway
came with her for a brief visit.
Earle Wheeler of Dorchester. Mass.
and Miss Carleen Brazier Of Rockland,
Me. visited at H. A. Clark's last Sat
urday.
An ice cream social will be held at
Mrs. Lucy B. McCurda's Tuesday eve
ming. July 81.
Wilett Worden of Dexter is visiting
at Arthur Fish's.
Newell Trask, Jr., went to Portland
Saturday night for short visit with
friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

Lewis Gowell, one Of the soldiers at
Camp Keyes. underwent SURGICAL treat
ment Monday morning at the Augusta
General hospital. following an attack Of
appendicitis, the operation being success
full and last night the young mans con-
dition was reported to be favorable.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31
The Real Nv ar
Rread must contain the

The Real Nv ar
Bread" must contain the
entire wheat grain-not the
white -four center but
every particle Of gluten and
mineral salts-also the outer
bran coat that is so useful in
keeping the bowels healthy
and active. Shredded Wheat
Biscuit is the real "war
bread" because it is 100 per
cent. whole wheat prepared
in a digestible form. Con-
taias no yeast, baking pow
der, seasoning, or chemicals
ofany kind. Food conserva-
ton Begins with Shredded
Wheat Biscuit for break
fast and ends with Shredded
Wheat Biscuit for supper.
Delicious with sliced bana-
mas, berries, or other fruits.
Made at Niagara Falls, NY.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31
Clerks Have Outinu

The clerks from the City National
bank were delightfully."- entertained on
Friday night at the Battery by Mr..
and Mrs. Clement w Wescott, who
are summering there. The trip to the
Battery was made in Mr.. Wescott's
and Miss Ida Cartoons cars and upon
arrival at the cottage swimming. row.
ing and other cut of door amusements
were enjoyed until it was time for the
clam bake. This also took place on
the shore and with it a delicious sup
per was served by Mrs. Wescott, as
sisted by Miss Helen Wescott and
Miss Marion Gould. The evening was
delightfully."- passed sitting around big
bonfire, singing and telling stories.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31
FELT LIKE A new
/ PERSON
AFTER TAKING ONLY ONE BOX OF
+: "fRU|T.A-TWES"
East Ship Harbour

East snip f1dI
cit is with great pleasure that write
10 tell you Of the wonderful dement's
have received from taking "Fruit-a-
tives." For years. I was dreadful
suffered from Constipation and Head
aches, and I was miserable in every
way Nothing in the way Of medicines
seemed TO help me. Then finally tried
Fruit -tives' and the effect was
splendid After taking one box. feel
IKE a new person. TO have relief from
these slckening Headaches"
Mrs MARTHA DEWOLFE.
soc a box, for $3.50. trial size, Csc.
AZ all dealers or sent postpaid by
Friiit-a-tives Limited. Ogdensburg, n.
YLAdv
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

Members of Koussinoc Chapter. D. A.
r., are requested to make a special ef-
fort to attend the funeral Of Miss G. P.
sanborn at 3 o'clock this afternoon at the
South Parish Congregational church.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

Mrs. William Cahill of this city Is
a patient at the Augusta General hos
pital where Monday morning she I'M
derwent surgical treatment. She was
reported last evening to be doing we'll.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

Members of the w. c. T. L. are re-
quested to meet at the Lithgow library
at 2.45 this Tuesday afternoon for the
purpose of attending the funeral Of
our late sister, Miss G. P. Sanborn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

Mr. and Mrs. Stanley K Hawkins have
arrived home after a weeks visit to Cap
itol Island. Many Of the cottages are
not open although the month Of August
promises full house.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31
Tuesday, July 81, 1917.
AUGUSTA LOCALS

Mrs. Ensign Bloethe and her musical
family will conduct the service tonight
at the Water street Gospel Mission.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

Mrs F. W. Wallace of Plainsdeld, \.
J.. and Mr. and Mrs. Herbert S. Cook
and daughter of Hartford, Ct, are men,
bers of a touring party that on Monday
made a short stay in the Capital City.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

Mrs. Minnie L. Pettengill Of Boston,
who has been the guest for a few days
of her niece. Miss Ernina l.. Smith, has
returned to her home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

Mondays Bangor News says that Coz.
Charles P. Allen of Pressure Isle passed
Sunday in Bangor after being in Augusta
on official business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

Mr.. and Mrs. Richard H. Hallet re-
turned to Boothbay Harbor from Bos-
ten Tuesday. Mr.. Hallet entered the
first L. S. Navigation School. started
at Harvard. and finishing his course
may soon go as a junior officer on a
coastwise ship for the further expe-
rience.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

Rev. and Mrs. Pleasant Hunter OF New.
ark, y. j.. are at the Augusta House 1or
the remainder of the summer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31
JEFFERSON

SOUTF-The farmers are harvest
ing large crop of excellent hay in
this vicinity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31

Miss Evelyn Kingsley of Lewiston is
a guest at the home Of her uncle. James
E. Kingsley of South Chestnut street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31
Five Cattle Killed

Last Friday afternoon during the
shower, lightning struck an oak tree
in the pasture Of NJ. l.. Hopkins and
killed five valuable cattle that had
sought shelter beneath its branches.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-07-31
GEORGE BOUCHER
IS DISCHARGED IN A
SINGLE SALE CASE !!

M o n d a y Morning Be-
fore Municipal Court
-Dasite LevesQue Is
Found Guilty Of Vio-
lating New Law For
bidding One Carrying
Liquor About Person
While L it e r | n 6,
About City Streets,
but Sentence is Sus-
pended-J. A. Hall
Fined $40 for Violat-
ing Traffic Laws
Tulsa daily world. [volume] (Tulsa, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1905-1919, 1917-03-18
MISSIONARY WORK IN CHINA
rive Million Foreign Teachers and
Over $4,000, 900 Christian Converts.

Correspondence Of The Associated Press J
PEklNG, March l7.-Christian CON
verts among Chinese number 35.29S,
sos, according to report Just sub
mltted to the ministries of foreign
affairs and the interior by "a commit
tee which investigated religious con-
ditions ip the republic.
The figures given include both Cath
olics and ProtestaRts. In all there are
2,717 Christian churches in China, and
4,2SS chapels. Eight Iible societies
are working in the republic Mis-
sionaries have established 1871 hos
pitals and medical schools Nine
missionary colleges are in existence.
Middle schools established by the mis-
sionaries number III. and 2.557 pri-
mary schools have been established
under missionary direction. In addi-
tion there are many Young Mems
Christian association branches in the
principal cities of China.
All in all there are 1886 male for
eign missionaries and 2,716 female
foreign missionaries. In the native
Christian chruch there are 902 native
preachers, 1881 natNe assistant
preachers and 1,10S native Bible
women. The teachers in mission
schools number 2,799 and the stu
dents i'm these schools number 1885,
1870 physicians employed in mission
hospitals number 3SS.
Tulsa daily world. [volume] (Tulsa, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1905-1919, 1917-03-18

A triumphant wave of applause and
approval is greeting the new film edi-
ton dc luxe of The Spoilers" wherever
1t is being shown. A great many peo-
pie have seen the great Rex beach
story on the screen and when return
engagements are announced almost
invariably decide to see II again. 1t
is a matter of record that The Spoil
ers" has played to more people on
return engagements than any other
film play now before be public.
Has Peculiar Fascination.
There seems to be "A peculiar tasci-
nation about this remarkable story of
modern frontier life in Al2ska; per
haps primitive streak in most peo-
pie Graves the savage reality ~ this
powerful drama which stihss the
blood of the spectator into IA mad
dening cataract. which carries the
beholder thru a maze of thrilling enc
tions which only the love of ti,e prini-
tive can do.
THE Spoilers" is n play that mas
never had an equal on stage or screen.
1t is tale of the north country,
where the law of man is the omhIoUs
sxshooters that peer from every hol-
ster, where a man takes what Re
wants" where rum flows free and
where a strong arm and .uulcS sun
hand are a mans only insurance.
Rex Beach's masterful novel of
naked Alaska makes the ideal story
to picturize. 1t is all action From
the first introduction of the prologue
Tulsa daily world. [volume] (Tulsa, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1905-1919, 1917-03-18
WALSH A FOOTBALL
STAR IN COLLEGE DAYS
Called Greatest Punter by
Tom Thorp; Wears Old
Togs in New Fox Film.

George Walsh's football playing ir
Melting Millions" the new Williaih
Fox production, starring the Manly
Man of the Screen" is not mere act
ing. II is simply getting back to the
good Old days at. Fordham college
when Walsh was known IS the 81 eat.
est punter in the greatest game. Tho
toys >he wears are his old varsity out
fit. George also was Il star player
at GEORGETOWN university.
Tom Thorp, All-American football
star ana captain OF the championship
Columbia II IN 1906, win vouch 70,
George Wa!sh's football fame. TGorr
who serves as an official i'm the biz
games every year. was set TO romi
nlscing recently by Georges name
on motion picture billboards. lie paid
this tribute to the Fox itar:
i've known George for jonc
time" the football authority cortin.
Eed. "I remember when lie first came
To FordIam. l was hell .Ig coach the
team.
George was n BIT slow in gettine
in with the boys at Fordham. He
was considered sort of a dandy
chiefly because he WIS such an i'm
maCulate dresser"
Thorp smiled musingly
walsh came out Tor football. IlC
was n great player and made the
greatest team Fordham ever had. He
WAS a full back and one Of the great
est hunters | ever saw.
"The rough stuff in the pictures
must seem soft to George. He went
thru as tough a football schooliEg as
any man could stand. The Fordnam
Tulsa daily world. [volume] (Tulsa, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1905-1919, 1917-03-18

to the beautiful climax on the shores
of Bering sea. there is not a lu!l IN
the thrush of this compelling tale.
The apepal Is irresistible. The force
of William Farnum vigorous person
ality lenses the nerves to the break
ing point and in several of the big
scenes the dominance of this Won
der character is fairly oVerpowerlnS.
Marvellous Fist Fight.
Nothing like the hand-to-h hand fight
between GleHister and Mcnamara
played respectively by William Far
mum and Thomas Santschi, has ever
been shown. It would be imUossible
in the speaking drama, for both men
required medical attention after the
mighty struggle. 1t is impossible TO
this 9cene. 1t isn't a sham figh', ins1-
Ear as the force of the blows struck
and the punishment received lv cnch
contestant are concerned; only two
men of powerful physique and almost
superhuman endurance could go thru
with It.
When "The Spoilers played in
Tulsa last sean many people saw II
more than once and IT was common
occurrence to receive inquiries a: the
theater as 10 what time the figE;
started" instead of the usual perform
ance schedule.
The announcement that THE SPOIL
ers' is to apepar here during the cur
rent week is welcome news to the
many film devOtees of Tulsa.
Tulsa daily world. [volume] (Tulsa, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1905-1919, 1917-03-18
GUTHRIE'S MUNICIPAL
ELECTION TO BE WARM
S25 a Month Man Wanted; All
Other Candidates to
Withdraw.

Special 70 The World
GUTHRIE. March l7.-The filings
are all in for the coming city primaries
and the list is largo. For mayor five
candidates are now in the race. They
are Col w. H.. Hornaday, Ralph Davis,
n wholesale cigar-makcr; l.. l.. Dooley.
real estate dealer; W. NJ Mccoy, the
veteran postmaster and j. W. Hart
man. superintendent of the interurhan
lines Mayor J. f.. Nisslcy says that
his six years are sufficient for him.
For commissioner of public utilities
the prcsuut incumbent. II. N Dmham
is n candidate again; L.. NJ. Sherwood.
brother of the present sheriff and
Harold L. Cook a civil engineer
For commissioner of public safety,
Chief ". NJ. Mitchell is asking for
re election; II. NJ. Fielding, a con
tractor; capt. L. J. Hess, merchant
and John !. Lovoless, one of the lead
ing printers Of the state, and foreman
OF the Daily Leader, completes tho list
For the two vacancies on the board
Of education seven have filed. as fol-
lows: Sam Smith. X. r. Caliins H.
Blankenship, Glen ID. Householder, c.
w Bruce, r. NJ Wood and Robert
Eisler. Fred Beck will ask for re-
election as treasurer of the board of
education and is the only candidate.
The mayorality campaign is already
at the heated stage and the filings
have just closed. w H. Goyle, the
cotton king, was talked of, but when
he demanded that all other candidates
, be made TO withdraw and give him a
clear field there was a storm of pro-
test, and nothing came of his propo-
sltion 10 serve as mayor for $25 per
month.
The primary will be held March 20
l'and the election April 3.