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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

The colleges and universities located
in Indiana and the enrolment: Butler
college. Indianapolis, enrolment at the
close of 1915, 626; Concordia college, TT.
Wayne. 26l; DePauw university,
Greencastle. 972; Earlham college,
Richmond, 430: Franklin college,
Franklin, 240; Hanover college, Ham
over. 3o5; Indiana university, Bloom
ington. $500; Moores Hill college,
Moores Hill. 1928: Purdue university,
Lafayette, 2,026: Rose Polytechnic in
stitute, $50; st. Joseph's college, Col
legevillc, 600; st. Meinrad college, St.
Meinrad, 26o; Taylor university, Up
land BIG; Union Christian college.
Merom, 80; University of Notre Dame.
LOO: Valparaiso university. 5000: Vim
cennes university. no report; Wabash
college, 1876. Local parochia! or sectar-
ian schools are not listed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09
Trolley leecue So,vIino

The Trolley League bowling tourn:
nent commences on next Monday ev,
ning, and the following matches ha'
been arranged:
Feb. 11-Hallowell VS.. Unique.
FEB. Fly" VS.. Cashiers.
Feb. 13-Unique VS. "Y."
Feb. 14-Castners VS.. HalloweH.
Feb. 19-Castners VS.. Unique.
Feb. 20-"Y" VS.. Cashiers.
Feb. 21-Hallowen VS.. "Y."
Feb. 23-Unique VS.. Hall0wcH.
Feb. 26-Uniquc VS.. Cashiers.
Feb. 27-Hallowell VS.. Unique.
Feb. 2S-Castners VS.. "Y."
March 2-"Y" VS.. Hallowell
March 5-Hallowell VS.. Unique.
March Ely" VS.. Cashiers
March Unique VS.. "Y."
March 9-Castners VS.. Haliowell.
March 12-Castners VS.. Unique.
March by" VS.. Cashiers.
March 14-Hallowell VS.. "Y."
March 15-Jnique VS.. HaIlowell.
March 19-Unique VS.. Cashiers.
March 20-Hallowcll VS.. Unique.
March 21-Castners VS.. "Y."
March 23-"Y" VS.. Unique.
March 26-Hallowell VS.. Unique.
March 27--"Y" VS.. Cashiers.
March 2S-Unique VS.. "Y."
March 30-Castners VS.. Hallowell.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

t. do things for themselves 1t is up
to the people of the State to say how
much Trey want on the extension ser
vice ana there will be just as much
done as the people of the State want
done. The people have got to say what
they want done and then get behind and
make them do it. The extension SER
vice is ready to do big things if the
people want ii and are willing to help.
Mrs. Kate Ellis
The next speaker was Mrs. Kate Ell
lis, who was introduced by Mr.. Purin-
ton in a pleasing way. Mrs. Ellis deliv-
cred a very clear-cut statement of the
work of lecturer, speaking on the
subject. What Can IA Lecturer Do?''
she said that getting suitable subjects
was the hardest part of the lecturer
work, and second to that was getting
and keeping the interest of the mem
hers
The constant cry was what can I get
for a new question: Mrs Ellis said that
this can frequently be overcome by
clothing old questions with new words
in such way that it is possible to debate
them from a different angle and in that
way 10 duQ new interest, ana she quoted
a number of different questions which
could he changed about IN this way. She
gave technical talk to the members on
their work and instructions as to how
they could make it more effective She
said that one of the best ways to get
new questions was to follow the events
of the world, and spoke of the Legisla-
ture as serving that purpose at this time
and took occasion to make an earnest
plea against the repeal of the Sunday
closed time law. She took up household
work on the farm and told how it should
be studied and spoke of the attempts be-
ing made in many organizations to make
it easier She closed by speaking Of her
! work in the State Board of Health and Of
what the state board was willing to do u
help in the farm life.
Following Mrs. Ellis address the meet
ing was thrown open to round table dis
cussion of various things that come up
in the course of the work of the lectur-
er and the session finally adjourned late
in the afternoon
1t was voted one of the most successful
that has ever been held and great credi,
was given to State Lecturer c. O. Purin-
ton of Bowdoinham for his highly efTI-
out the convention.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

Mr.. and Mrs. J. c. Barstow of Bur
leigh street leave Friday for their new
home in Pittsfield, Maine. where Mr..
Barstow. who was formerly in the en-
ploy Of the Central Maine Power Co. as
a bond salesman, has accepted fine po-
sition with the Waverley Mills Co. Mr.
and Mrs Barstow will be greatly missed
from this community but Watervilles
loss will be Pittstields gain, and their
many friends in town wish them much
prosperity in their new home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

citation will hold its annual meeting in
this city Friday. The sessions will start
at the assembly room at the High school
at 1890 and following the general bust
ness meeting there will come the depart
ment sessions. Dinner will be served at
the Methodist church and in the after
noon there will be a business meeting and
addresses at the Methodist church. A
large attendance is looked for and the
local teachers have been busy for some
days making plans for the entertainment
of the visitors.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

communicated to the Swedish Ko,...
ment on Monday. The text o, the 49,.
follows:
THE policy followed bv the po.
government during the war has ~
one Of strictly impartial ncutrall,
The Royal government has done ~
erything in its power taunful,y a. j..
fill all the duties which this polio, ~
poses upon il and at the same tim I.
has rendered effective ~ far as po..,
Bile the rights derived thcrcfrom
with n view TO obtaining pr,.,
cal result in UNFOLDING the prtnr,a,.
Of international law the ROYAL 90
ment has several times addressed =
self 10 neutral powers In order 10 :,
feet cooperation with the afor..,,,
object I'm view. Above ALL the -,
government has not failed 10 submit, :
the government of the United S.
appeal 10 this effect"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

short interval OF five DAYS before tA.l
putting into execution ~ puhnay.,.
measures against amy and al vessels ~
which prevents Brazil from adup,,,.
measures with regard TO several nrssn.
ships now at sea or anchored I'm f.+..v.
ports; third. the iEUuriIg Of aIl rules =.
tablshed by International law and a..
principles set forth IN solemn 'rests,
and conventions the siEuatur.cs az vbls,
are Brazil and Germany herself. an.
fourth. Brnzirs objection 20 the decIara.
ton that no country should disscr, fr1r
Germanys purpose 20 employ a1l mean,
to. render effective her hloykade urc,,
the conditions mentioned IN her note
The note concluded by expressing In.
zils hope that Germany viii take m,
consideration the fundamental prirclrls,
OF Brazil's protests and Rra1ils holdirf
Germany responsible for the cons,
quences which may como FROM maki-.
effective threats against the uayrauar
of bellIgerent states
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

Street Commissioner Estey is finding
the storm of Monday one of the hardest
to clean up for the year and large
force of men is still at work on the
snowbanks in various parts of the city.
Some of the sidewalks have been gone
over again and in many of the streets
it has been necessary to use road ma
chimes to put them in condition for trav-
ell. The storm will be one of the cost
Hest the city has experienced for a
number of years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

Feb. %.
Miss Beatrice Thomas went to Augusta
Thursday for few days visit with her
mother, Mrs. Harriet Knowles.
The local schools will be closed all day
Friday on account of the boys confer
ence in Lewiston.
Willard Gorton, irnpersonator and en-
tertainer will furnish the entertainment
under the auspices of the senior class OF
the High school on Monday evening.
Feb. r. at Memorial hall The proceed ;
of this performance will go towards the
class fund for its trip to Washington.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09
OAKLAND
Bradford n. Mitchell

All Oakland was deeply grieved at
the loss of one of its most beloved cit
liens. in the death of Bradford H.
Mitchell, which occurred at his late
home on Church street Tuesday, Feb.
6. His death came after a long illness
which prevented his engaging in ac-
tive business for the past nine years.
Mr.. Mitchell was the son Of Joseph
and Mehitable (BlaisdelD Mitchell and
was born on the home farm on the
| Trafton road in Watcrville on July 10.
1874. He came from New England
stock, being one Of nine children, sew
en- Of whom grew to manhood Only
two ere now living, Mrs. Sarah Ann
Herrick and Mrs. Amanda Percy Of
Waterville.
During the early part Of Mr. Mitch
ellis life he conducted 4 grocery bus
mess in this town, being the junior
member of the firm of Bowman &
Mitchell. In later years he made
business Of selling musical instru-
ments which he continued during most
of his business career.
He moved to Waterville in 1886
where he lived for % years, most of
this time being passed in the house
he built at IA Dalton street. He en-
gagged in the grocery business on Main
street for time but shortly after
conducted a music store Later he en-
tered the employ of the Estey Organ
& Piano Co. and during his last ac-
tive service represented the Carpen-
ter Organ Co, roth of Brattieboro. VT.
His service in these companies neces-
STATED his travelling extensively through
the west and south. gaining a wide
knowledge of the business men and
interests of the country. He was gen
ial companionable and upright: well
beloved and respected by all who knew
him.
Mr.. Mitchell was twice married. his
first wife being Mary Dingley, who liy
ed in Watervilla and died after 10 wears
of happy married life.
Thirty one years ago he married
Mrs. Eta N. Gallup of New London,
CT, who survives him and who bas
oeen true companion and helpmate
and has cared for him with rare faith
fulness and self devotion during these
long years Of illness. He is also sur
vived by a step-son, William L. CAL
lup and an only son, Harold n. Nit
chell graduate of Colby. Both these
men are in business in Boston.
Mr.. Mitchell was a loyal mason. ne
ing an active member of ST. Omer
Commandery and charter membe-. ~
Teconnet Chapter of Royal Arch ~
sons. He was a religious man, hayla..
joined the Baptist church in his youth
and was regular attendant as long
as his health permitted
Funeral services were held at his late
home Thursday afternoon at . O'clock
The services were conducted by Rev
p. A. A. Killam. pastor of the First
Baptist church. The remains were
taken to Waterville, where they were
placed in the receiving tomb of Pine
Grove cemetery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09
legislative Assembly

The first of the legislative assemblies
was held at the Augusta House Thursday
evening and was a very brilliant affair,
about $50 couples being in attendance and
some very beautiful gowns being dis
played. Music for long order Of dances
was furnished by Dennis orchestra OF
eight pieces. and during intermission ice
cream and cake were served. the com
mttee in charge of this affair, which wa,
given in honor of the 18th legislature
consisted of Guy P. Gannett Chairman
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09
PANAMA OFFERS
COOPERATION

Panama. Feb. S.--Thc Panaman foreign
office has replied to President Wilson's
note suggesting that all neutrals sever
diplomatic relations with Germany. 1t
endorses the stand taken by the Presi-
dent and offers to cooperate. William J.
Price, the American minister has receiv-
ed numerous offers from Panamans to
enlist in the United States forces
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

The cost Of tho immense Krurp guns
is not known outside certain circle
nor Is there data available 90 show what
IL costs TO FIRE theia. However, one
may form conjecture from ngur"s IN
the United States ordnance reports "
a three-inch battery costs &s6.ooo and
fires i5-pound proJs etilc. ri cost ~
SIS for each shot: a six-inch batter,
costs siG9. 600 and Ores t0S pound
80 ir~'"". ~ n co-st ~ $50 lg-lnrh
gun throws proJcctile weighing si0o
pounds. at a cost Of si2. OOO--what. then.
must be the cost OF 25-inch cannon
and the load Of ammunition discharged
from it!-Eagle Magazine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09
Card of Thanks.

We wish to thank our friends and
neighbors for their kindness during our
late bereavement, also for the many
beautiful flowers.
MRS. r. d. BICKFORD.
Mr.. & MRS. LYLE BICKFORD,
MIR. d MRS. WALTER BICKFORD
VERNE,
RUBY.
CLYDE,
BESSIE,
HANNAH,
DAVID,
ANDREW,
AVIS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09
FRENCH COMMENT
ON SPANISH REPLY

Paris, Feb. S.-Thc Petit rarislcu oOu.
mentlng on the Spanish reply 10 the Gs,
man submarine note says
When a country procla.ms ITS coyerre
rights and the necessities OF it~ nation
existence In condemning an art vhIt
strikes at It's interests. 1t follows thu
Il is disposed. II necessary, 60 rcsis, AL
violation Of its rights.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

The Horace Purinton Co. of this city
has just closed an order for $4,000 bricks
which will go to Rowland and be used
in the construction of a new pulp mill.
The company will take the bricks from
the yards at Augusta, Waterville and
Bangor and burning of them will be
started as early as possible in the spring.
The company is now at work en- an ad-
dition to one Of the wings of the East
ern Maine General hospital at Bangor
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09
Bolivia Is in
Complete Accord
with America

London, Feb. S.--The Bolivian minister
of foreign affairs. says Reuter- dispatch
from La Paz today, has announced that
Bolivia has decided completely to sup
the crisis with Germany.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

The Waterville High school basketball
team will play the team from Oak Grove
at the High school building Friday eve
ming. and the High school girls will play
the girls from Skowhegan High school
Both games are expected to be excep-
tionaIly fast and a large attendance Is
looked forward to-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

out a new plan for removing the snow
from the parking place in front of City
hall. This has always been done by
hand and has proven to be long and
difficult job, but Mr.. Estey has had
made a large scoop which is handled
by a couple of horses and expects that
that, work of removing the snow will
be greatly lessened and that it can be
done much quicker and at less cost.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

The third in the series of games be-
tween the Taconnet and Masonic Clubs
was played at the Taconnet Club house
Thursday evening. There was large
attendance of the members of both
clubs and much interest was manifest
ed in the various games.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

DR.. A. Jolly. veterinary FOR the society
with the long name. said Thursday that
he had investigated the reported cases
Of CHAMBERS and that Re had been unable
to find any. and 49, he should protest
against the closing of the public water
ing troughs, as he felt that it would
cause a great deal of suffering among
the horses in the city and that ne sa"
no reason for It,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09
AUGUSTA TEAM
SHOOTS AGAINST
WATERVILLIANS

The match between the Augusta Rihe
Club and the Waterville club was shot
according to schedule Thursday evening
but only few members of the local
team appeared, so that while the scores
made were fairly good they cannot be
said to represent fairly the work which
the club is capable of doing when all its
,,,er,bers shoot The scores were as fol-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

A whist party was held Thursday
afternoon in the Modern Woodmen
hall by the wives of the engineers of
the Maine Central living in this city.
1t was largely attended and very
pleasant afternoon was enjoyed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09
PERU AND CHILL
WILL PROTEST

Rio Janeiro. Brazil Feb. s u Be- re-
ported on good authority that Peru
and Chill will address protests 30 Ger
many in regard To the German meas
ures of naval warfare
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

A business meeting of the Ladies
Auxiliary of the N. A. S. c. E.. was
neld at the home Of Mrs. Forest
Whitehouse on Morrill, avenue Thurs
day evening. Following the business
a social hour was had and refresh
ments were served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

Deputy Sheriff Dignam seized two
packages of liquor at the American Ex-
press Co. office at the Maine Central sta
ton Thursday morning, one containing
10 quarts was consigned to parties in
Skowhegan and one containing eight was
consigned to parties in Waldo.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

The fourth quarterly conference of tho
Pleasant street Methodist church was
held at the church Thursday evening,
Rev. D. B. Holt of Auburn, district su-
perintendent. presiding. The meeting
was well attended and proved very in
teresting and instructive one.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

The annual federal inspection Of Com
pany H will be held at the Armory Fri
day evening. The boys Of the company
are in good shape and have worked to
the best Of their ability in complete far-
nony with the officers and expect TO be
able to make a showing at least as good
as the other companies of the State.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

A special meeting of the Junior Mil
tia will be held this evening in the
vestry of the Green Street Methodist
church. as an entertainment is to take
place in the Penney Memorial church
at this time. All members are especial
ly asked to attend, as business of con-
siderable importance will be taken
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

There was a large attendance at the
whist party given Thursday evening
by the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Sons
of Veterans Whist was played until a
late hour and then a social hour with
refreshments was enjoyed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

The heads of departments at the city
building are busy now with their reports
as the fiscal wear closed Feb. 1 and it is
necessary to get the work done and IN
the hands Of the printer as early as pos
sible. Figures. totals and the amount OF
work done are occupying their atten-
ton and they have few spare moments
now
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

The monthly business and social meet
ing OF the st. Marks church was held
at the Parish house Thursday evening
and was largely attended. Following the
business there was a social hour with
games and refreshments. There was
good attendance and a fine time was en-
loved
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

Henry G. Samples Camp, S. of ",
will observe Lincoln day Sunday by at
tending the services at the Winthrop
street Baptist church. by invitation of
Rev. f. S. Philbrook Members of the
camp will meet at Grand Army hal,
at 10 a. NJ. and march to the church in
a body.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

Ralph Elwell of Gardiner underwent
surgical tretanent Thursday morning
at the Augusta General hospital, the
operation being successful, and his
condition last evening was reported as
favorable
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

Mrs. Mary Stineford of Oakland, who
underwent surgical treatment Thurs
day at the Augusta General hospital
was reported last evening as COM
paratiNely comfortable
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

A number from this city are planning
on going to Oakland Friday evening to
attend the dance which is to be given in
the Massachusetts hall by the Oakland
Athletic Association.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

Mrs. NJ. E. Roundy has presented to
the flremen fine box of cigars in rec
ognition of the fine work done by the
department at the recent fire at her
home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

The schools of the city will all close for
the day Friday owing to the holding OF
the Kennebec County Teachers conven-
ton in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

The choir of the Getchell street Free
Baptist church will hold a food sale al
the old store of the Central Maine Power
Co. Friday afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

llaterviil. Me. Feb SpeciaD ~
Tho Thursday morning session of the
fourth annual New England Grange
Lecturers Conference "pered at short
~ after O'Clock in the Armory, will
nearly all OF the delegates in their
places The meeting was called to Or
der by State Lecturer Purinton and lac
called on Mrs Rehecoa Bowler of Sag
adahoc to sing She gave a delightful
song and was forced 70 respond to an
onthusiaatic encore.
Commissioner Roberts
Mr. Pur,uton then introduced Hon.
John \. Roberts ~ Norway. commits
sloner of agtlcultur., TO speak on his
department Mr. Roberts began by pay
ing a high tribute To Mr.. Chapman, the
state lecturer He said that the lee
turcr OF the grang- was "A revivalist and
a schoolmaster and that il was his or
her duty to preach the gospel of bet
ter farming and better community work,
II IL often said that the farmer is will
ing TO discuss every other subject ex
cept agriculture. and it is the duty of
the lecturer to make the discussion of
this subject SO interesting that the
farmer will want To have It taken up
frequently The Grange should be made
80 interesting that the young people
would want to come into ii and when
they are In their minds and thought
and ambitions should be- led in the right
direction. Mr. Roberts then gavc his
hearers a plain and concise statement
of what hts department would do in the
way of sending out speakers to visit
the various oranges and talk mat
tiers ~ interest to the farmers. At
some length he went into conditions as
they exist at the department and told
of the various lines of farm work which
are covered by the experts in the de-
partment lie spoke of the necessity OF
having the various weights and meas
ures In the towns tested and gave eX-
amples Of how people are cheated by
short weight and short measure He
then took up the gypsy moth work and
told ~ the way the moth works ana
the difficulties in combating il and tho
need of a large appropriation to handle
a. He then answered some questions
regarding the department and the work
and the sending out OF speakers. Fol
lowing this he took up the work that
~ expected by his department of the
grange speaking strongly on the sub
jet Of community work and the clean
ing w Of roadsides and fields and maxi
ing them not only more attractive hut
less liable To spread dangerous insects
ami diseases He issued an Invitation
g. every person present pr 60 every one
interested In tn" work 10 visit the de.
purtment at Augusta and look over the
way Tho work is handled there ana in
this connection mad" 4 plea for rlor.
room for the office He told If tn, great
influence that the grange coulI nay.
"a the state and "'osed with another
appeal f'r them al! to get toE ;hrr for
the best interests # tn ia'ring SEQ.
tions Of the state. saving trat this
wouid benefit the city as MUCH a. the
country.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-02-09

The Ladies' Aid of the Methodist
church will hold food sale at the Grand
Union Tea Co store Friday afternoon,
commencing at 2 O'Clock.