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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
GERMAN VIEW
OF THE RETREAT

Amsterdam, (via London), April 49,
The Frankfurter Zeitung, copy Of
which has been received here, eulogiz-
ing Field Marshal Won Hindenburg's
new method of careful consolidation OF
the deeply echeloned position system
with the mobile defense system, and
quoting Karl Won Klausewitz, the Ger
man master Of theoretical warfare, to
the effect that an offensive which
comes to a stendstill should be regard
ed as having failed, considers the first
phase of tho battles of Arras the
Aisne and Champagne as having been
won by the Germans.
At the same time. it urges the neces-
sity of firmly holding out. saying that
though the battles are not ended. the
worst is over, but that there may be
changes in the fortunes Of war.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
BENTON

Bryant Roundy and daughter Nellie
recently passed the day in Clinton.
A meeting of the Girls Garden and
Canning club will be held at the Ben
ton Grange hall on Friday afternoon,
April 90 at p. m. Mrs. Everett
Hunter is local leader for this season.
The election of officers takes place and
all interested are requested to be
present. The club is open to all girls
between the ages of 10 and IS: A
county contest for all the agricultural
clubs of the county will be held in
Waterville in December.
James Barton is very Ill at his home
in Benton.
Mr.. and Mrs. Walter Harding have
recently moved into George Wyman's
rent
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
|Waterville Patriots Day
'Most Successful Affair

of how the boys of '61 went out to save
their country, saying that they now
turned it over to the younger genera
ton who have a fight fully as import
ant to humanity.
He declared that the veterans of the
Civil War had | ut short time longer
to remain and they wanted to feel
confident that the republic which they
saved would continue to be the land
Of the free and the home of the brave.
More cheers followed Col. Adams
speech.
The next speaker introduced by the
mayor was Rev. Frank l.. Phalen, who
came forward amid enthusiastic cheers.
He recalled the spirit of revolutionary
days and spoke of Captain Parker. who
said: stand your ground, don't fire
until You are fred upon, but if they
want war. let Il begin here" and de-
clared that the same spirit existed to-
day. He made . stirring appeal to
everyone and more especially to the
churches that u.ey show their patriot
ism and do their share in the great
task which is before tho people of this
great nation. He spoke of the flag and
Of what 1t represented and closed by
UeCiG ring l!ldt IT Is the uulS OF every
person to do his share in this great
world crisis. Loud applause and three
rousing hurrahs greeted Mr.. Phalen
as he closed his remarks.
Ex-senator Johnson was then intro
duced by Mayor Meader and was
greeted with prolonged applause and
repeated cheering. as he rose to speak
Mr.. Johnson spoke Of the significance
Of the day and how it was being oh
served all over the United States. paid
tribute to the boys of Co. Fl and the
Hospital Corps, spoke strongly in ia
vor Of consumption, his statements on
| this subject being met with cheers, de-
clared that 1t was so arranged that the
rich and poor would be treated alike
in the matter Of war service. recalled
the splendid record of CoibY5 college in
the Civil War and expressed his be-
! lief that the young men now there
were ready to duplicate that record.
spoke of the part that the women must
take in tho war and of the example
set them by their sisters overseas, and
closed with an appeal to all citizens to
stand behind the President and to do
each part in this great conflict which
he declared would not he closed dur
ing the present year Prolonged ap-
plause and cheers followed this ad-
| dress.
Following Mr.. Johnson's address, tho
flag which has been generously loan
| ed to the committee by Coburn Class
| zeal institute was stretched across
the street while everyone stood with
barred head as the band played THE
' Star Snonoled Banner"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
Batted for Frost in 9Th.
A FLAG RAISING

The flag raising which was held by
the employees of the Maine Central car
shops in this city Thursday noon was
O great success the two handsome
flags which have been purchased by
the men there being unfurled to the
breezes with appropriate ceremonies.
The occasion was made notable by the
presence of Co. II. under the command
of Captain Murray, and a short exhi-
bition drill was given. There was also
music by the Waterville Military Band
and a splendid address by Rev John
F.. Thurston of the Free Baptist
church. The occasion was mCst
pleasant one and was full of deep
meaning to the men of the company.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
MARYLAND

A banquet was given the overseers
Of the American Woolen Co. of this
town by the towrspcople Saturday
evening at the Opera House. DR.. c.
A. Moulton was POSTMASTER for the
evening. The after dinner speakers
were T. Thomas. r. c. Hamilton, Mrs
H. L. Williams, E. P. Dyer, b. H.
Moulton. c. ]. Worthen, D. A. Pack
ard and T. A. Weber.
Mrs. A. l.. Deering and Miss Crys-
tai Bowman formerly residents of this
town now Of Augusta were recently
guests Of Hartland friends.
l.. w. Wheaton is passing a few
days with relatives in Patten.
Under the auspices of the public
library committee on the evening of
April q Miss Carpenter a reader,
will give the play, The Truth" by
Fitchie. All those who heard Miss
Carpenter last year will be glad Of
the opportunity to hear her again.
Harry and Ralph Morrow of Show
hogan were guest over Sunday Of
their sister Mrs. Will Harding.
A social afternoon Of the Outlook
club was held at the home of Mrs.
Leon w. Haines Tuesday afternoon.
The following musical program was
much enjoyed: vocal solo, Miss Jean
Smith; musical reading, Mrs. Ruth
Haines and Mrs. Marguerite Burton:
vocal solo, Miss Jean Smith; piano
selections, Mrs. Ruth Haines. Miss
Frances Lancey. Mrs. Mary Smith and
Mrs Gertrude Norcross assisted the
hostess in serving refreshments.
The Sunshine club gave the presi-
dent, Mrs. Hattie Baird. a delightful
surprise party on her birthday on
Tuesday Mrs Baird was showered
with gifts and post cards. Refresh
ments were served
H. A. Elliott Of Guilford agent for
the Hartland Water Co. is in town on
business
Mrs. r. Lee Fuller left Wednesday
morning for Dover called there by the
serious illness of her mother.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
Marrying Will Not Save
from War Obligation

Washington. April 19.-AIen of mill
tary age who have married since a
state of war against Germany was de-
clared, will not escape their obligation
of military service, under a war de-
partment policy formally announced
today. The departments statement
fellows:
all men married since the outbreak of
war will be treated upon their same
basis as unmarried men. insofar as
their military obligations are con-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

One Of the finest concerts ever heard
in Watcrville will be given at the City
Opera house Friday evening for the
benefit OF the Endowment fund of
Colby College. There has been a large
number of seats sold and there seems
every prospect that the house will be
packed for the occasion. The artists
have all given their services to the COL
leg" for the occasion SO 1t is expected
that a good sum will be secured for
the fund. 1t is certainly an opportu
nifty for the people of Waterville who
love good music to hear 1t at a low
price.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
Rogers BicIeford

Miss Dorothy Bickford, daughter of
Mr.. and Mrs. James Bickford Of Cam
den, and Donald~B., son of Mr.. and Mrs.
Byron Rogers of East Belfast. were
married Saturday night at the residence
of the officiating clergyman, Rev. Will
lam Vaughan, East Belfast. Both are
employed by the New England Tele-
phone Company, although the bride will
sever her connections with the company
shortly to go to housekeeping. The
matter was kept a profound secret from
their friends until Tuesday, when it
leaked out and the joke was on the as
sociates of the bride. who gave her a
banquet and linen shower two hours
after the wedding ceremony. still believ-
ing she was Miss Bickford
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

cerned. 1t Is desired that the utnos,
publicity be given by the press to this
announcement"
The department was moved to take
this action in order that all men shou,d
understand exactly what is contem.
plated in the organization Of an army
to fight Germany. 1t was desired tina,
there should arise no question NJ
slackers upon the score of marriages
contracted since the outbreak of war
with the possible construction tina,
the marriage in any case was hasten.
ed in order that military duty Nigh,
be evaded.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
AMATEUR ATHLETIC CHAMPIONS
ELIMINATED DURING The WAR

The resolutions further stated that
sit is the sense of this meeting that
so long as the existing state of war
continues all athletic meetings should
be conducted as patriotic demonstra-
tons and should be held for the pur.
pose of raising funds for the American
Red Cross"
The meeting was attended by off,
Gals of the United States National
Lawn Tennis Association, the United
States Golf Association, the Amateur
Athletic Union of the United States
and the Intercollegiate Athletic Asso.
citation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

me men OF the Supply Company. who
are stopping at the Muster field bod
their physical examinations yadrasaa,s
anu | = reported that quite a num-
~ ~ u 'he men We're unable to pass,
= ne oo.s stopping at the armory go 70
restaurant for their meals, and
lney nave been marching in donh,e
i,.es across the bridge, whist,ing in
Inorus the tune of the "IIoun, DOG
nas which was the regimental dtttv
WINE me md Maine was on border
uues The song IS still popular, ana
.-e oder men are teaching it to the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

On Thursday morning party of
about 20 boys from the ~" with Aus
tin Alden in charge. started on a hike
out the city pipe line toward Carleton
pond. and stopped for dinner in the
woods about three miles out of town
They then separated into groups If
'nree' and built small camp-flres, over
"hich they cooked the food wich they
hao brought with them. under the d.
rectlon Of Mr. Alden, who is an enthus-
last over outdoor matters. They had !.
hne hike saw large number of birds
OF various species, and returned to town
IN the early part of the afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
Nathan Oolan

Nathan Dolan died at his home in
Vassalboro Thursday morning at the
age Of 70 years. He is survived by a
widow and two sons. Frank and Ed
win of North Vassalboro, and one
daughter, Mrs. Mary Well. of Bridg-
ton. He was a member of Eureka
Lodge. +. and A. NJ, of North Dakota
and Of the G. A. r.. having served in
Co d. Second Maine Regiment. The
funeral will be from his late home at
2 o'clock Saturday afternoon and the
interment will be at North Vassalboro
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

Chauncey Crawford, who on last Mon
day suffered a severely bruised left arm
while at work ct the Vickery G. Hill
Publishing house on Chapel street. Is
sun unable to use the member which
VIII De sore for some time The young
man was working on a press, and his
arm was caught between two big steel
rollers, which fortunately were set
Few inches apart at the time Had his
arm been larger the results would have
been much more serious for it was
Drawn IN almost to the elbow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
WALDOBORO

From Waldoboro there was received in
Wednesdays mail a very well written ac-
count OF the patriotic progress of Waldo
boro. Owing to the fact that the article
was unsigned it cannot be used in the
Journal columns. II the author writes
and voIcl;es for this piece Of news it will
find space in this paper.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
100 BATES MEN
ENROLLED FOR
MILITARY DRILL

Lewiston, Ne. April 19.-Male students
at Bates to the number Of 100 enrolled to-
day for military drill under a volunteer
system. Women students appointed a
committee to plan Red Cross work
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
SENATE FAVORS
MORE NAVAL MEN

Washington, April 19.-The admins
tration bill to increase the enlisted
strength Of the navy from $1,000 to
10000 men. and the marine corps from
17,400 to 10000 was favorably report
ed to the Senate today from the naval
committee
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
New York Sugar Market

New York, April =
SUGAR-Raw steady; centrifugal ~
molasses $50; refined steady fine granulat-
ed 75c1850 nominal.
Sugar futures opened il to 1S points
lower under Wall Street and commission
house selling owing to the easier feeling
in the spot market. The list rallied part
Closed steady and 2n12 points lower
Sales 36.70o tons. May 523, July ga, sep
TENDER 552
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
BERNHARDT
GRAVELY ILL

New York, April 19.-There has been
definite Improvement In the past "a
hours in the condition of Madame Sarah
Bernhard, critically ill at a hospital here,
according to bulletin issued by her ply.
sicians this evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

AT the regular meeting of the Hos
pital Aid, to be held at 8 o'clock Sat-
urday afternoon in the Unitarian par
lors. DR.. S. ]. Beach will give an ad-
dress on The Opportunity Of the Au-
gusta Hospital in the Present Crisis"
a topic so timely and of such general
interest should call out every member,
each with at least one guest. Please
do not forget that the meeting is for
men as well as women.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
Give Favorable
Report Upon the
Fernald Bill

Washington, April Ex-senator Fer
maids bill giving the President author
ity to embargo exports in time of war
when he finds the public safety or well
fare demands was approved today by
the Senate commerce committee. A sim
liar hill is pending with administration
approval in the House.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

Watervile's Patriots day parade
and flag raising was a very successful
event in every particular. There was
long parade which was alive with flags
and the speaking on the stand which
had been erected on the Haines lot was
splendid ending for the program.
Long before the time set for the
parade, 10 o'clock, the crowds had be-
gun to gather on the streets and many
of the organizations were ready for
their part 1t was shortly after 1880
that the line was arranged to the sat
isfaction of Chief Marshal Edgar j.
Brown and his aids. J. Wallace West.
Frederick D. McAlary and L. A.
darcy, and the word was given to
start. The parade moved down Elm
street to Silver to Main to Getchell to
College avenue and back 10 the Haines
lot where the marchers were drawn
up on the lot about the speakers
stand. The parade was headed by
platoon of police under the command
Of Deputy Marshal George II. Simp-
son. followed by Chief Marshal Brown
and his aids, the Waterville Military
Band. Co. II and the Hospital Corps
attached to the Second Regiment, w.
s. Heath Post. G. A. r., Garfield Camp.
Sons OF Veterans, members OF the city
government. Chamber of Commerce.
Colby Military Co.. Colby faculty, chill
dren of the public schools, parochlal
school children. Coburn Classical In
stitute, Boy Scouts. Campfire Girls,
knights of Pythias, automobiles and
the motor driven fire truck.
The Speakers
After the speakers had assembled on
the stand America was played by the
band. everyone joining in singing.
Mayor Meader then introduced Major
John G.. Towne, as the first speaker.
Three hearty cheers, with Hugh Pratt
Of Colby College as cheer leader were
given for the mayor. DR., ToWne de-
clared that this country was facing the
greatest crisis in its history, that it
was the duty of every young man to
enlist in some branch of the service
and of every person to do his or her
share in the work to come. He told of
some of the efforts which are being
made to bring Maine companies to war
footing and closed with another APP
peal to everyone to show their pa
triotism by acts not words. He was
given three rousing cheers at the con-
clusion of his speech.
Col Silas Adams, patriotic instruct
or of the Grand Army of Maine. was
the next speaker introduced by May
or Meader He was greeted with loud
cheers as he rose to speak. Col. Adams
reviewed the history of the country to
some extent, telling of the patriotism
of the men of the Revolutionary War,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
WAR TAX ON BASEBALL may
FORCE CLOSING AMERICAN PARKS

Chicago, April 19.-Club owners in
the American League will be forced to
close their parks if a war tax on base
ball, suggested in the administration
revenue program. is demanded from
them instead of from the patrons of
the sport, President Johnson of the
American League said today.
II have figured that the tax would
amount to about S250.000 for the sea-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

Charles II. Boynton, Of New YORK
president of the American-Russ'an
Chamber Of Commerce. has arrived III
Toxic on his way to Petrograd to pro-
mote the development Of commercial ~
lations between Russia and America al
ter the war.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

abrams ................1-- 0 0 0 0
'tfl. =
Totals ................31 6 "a S c
Batted for Frost in 9th
Colby ..............0 0 5 20 do
Maine ................3 0 l 0 0 0 2 S
Home run-French. Two-base hits
Wentworth, Huber. Stolen bases-Deas ey.
Ashwcyth, Thompson, Wentworth. Struck
out-By Gateley 8, by Pagan 7, by Zesler
4, by Frost 4. Hits-Off Gateley in 4
innings. off Pagan l in Innings. Left on
bases-Colby c, Maine 5. Hit by pitched
ball-Huber. Passed ball-Reardon .
Base on balls-By Gateley 3, Pagan 2
Frost l. Umpire, Allen. Time. 225 At
tendance 1000
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

A fast game of baseball took place
on Thursday morning on the Reuel Will
Jams field the nine from the Earring
ton Grammar school defeating the boys
from the Williams school. the final score
being 8 to s. The battery for the Far
rington school was Croker and Whit
ten. for the Williams school, Patterson
and Peaslee,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
MT. VERNON

Alfred Tyler is conveying the schol-
ars from the Currier school to Bet
tvs Corner. "A
It is reported that the Timothy
leighton farm is sold to c. A. Hall Of
Mt. Vernon and Mr.. and Mrs. Ray
Towle will occupy the farm.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

Danbury. Conn. Monday.-The Re''
Alfred II. Boutwell,. pastor Of the Bap'
fist Church at Danbury. Conn, has ten
dered his resignation to become Sta'e
evangelist in Massachusetts,, with head
quarters at Boston. The resignation
will take effect April Is.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

The High school will be closed all
day Friday and the teachers there will
put in the day visiting with other High
schools in this section.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
Speakina Contest

At the High school building Wednes-
day night the prize speaking contest
between the girls Of the school took
place. Miss Maude Bryant was judged
the winner. The judges were Mrs. S. A.
Parker, Miss Grace Lord and Miss a.
l.. Barr
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

The Rebekah Aid was entertained on
Wednesday by Mrs. Della Moore. Mrs.
Lottie Weston, Miss Mary Libby and
Miss Eva Lyon, at 10 IL Swan street.
A large number of people were present
and a social hour was enjoyed, dur
ing which refreshments were served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

The Ladies' Aid OF the Methodist
church will hold a food sale at the
Grand Union tea store on Friday af-
ternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
Charles E. Partridos

oharles E, Partridge. aged Il, died a.
ms IN nome in CHELSEA Thursday night He
rs survived by Il wife and one daughtar
Mrs Joseph Golfer Of this city: on.
brother and one sister. Funeral ,o,tao
later iio'lce
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

New York, April 1s.-The brewers Of
the country used 100000 bushels of
grain during the last fiscal year. or
about l per cent of all the grain pro-
duced BY the nation. it was announced
here today by the United States Brew
ers' Association, in a statement issued
it was explained. "in view of the pub
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

son, Mr. Johnson said. THAT would
more than wipe out our profits. We
would have to close our gates" Be-
cause of the danger facing the game.
half dozen minor league presidents
plan to go to Washington next week
to oppose the legislation which, they
sa'-. would drive the smaller leagues
out of business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

Thomas Leavitt who for some time
has been employed at the vickery &
Hill publishing house, on last Monday
left his position and will be employed
at the lakes during the coming season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

William t. Sterling. department com
nander Of the United Spanish War
Veterans. was in Biddeford Thursday
TO attend the annual cnCampment
which was held. there.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

4 social v i'll be held in the vcstry Of
the Free Baptist church Friday eve
ming by the choir OF the church. There
will lie a patriotic program and songs
and tableaux
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

Excellent values in spring and sum
mer garments are made in the Emery
Brown co. al. this morning-the very
newest patterns ard fabricS.-AdV.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

Sugar estate managers in Santo 10
mingo say they have not more tnah
10 per cent labor needed to hano'
present crop without loss.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

A. \. Head layman's secretary of
the State Y. NJ. G. A.. has returned
from a business trip to New York in
the interests of the association.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

jefferson {. Smith. secretary OF the
State V. NJ. {. A., returned Thursday
from "A business trip TO Bangor on
business for the association
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

The new dreadnought New Mexico
will be christened by Miss Margaret c.
De Baea, daughter Of the newly elected
Governor Of New Mexico,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20

Justice and Mrs. Warren c. Philbrook,
who are living in Augusta for the winter,
were In the city Thursday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
Smell Yale Captain

New Haven. CT, April 19.-Raymond
F. Smell of Brockton. Mass, class Of
IS. was today elected captain OF the
Yale baseball team. He plays second
base on the nine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-20
AIfGItSTA LOCALS

Miss Ruth Gardiner sprained her an
kle while '-rehearsing FOR Little Red
Riding Hood, Thursday morning at City