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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30
.Firenlen Enjoy
Annual Banquet

Watervt1le, Me-, JAN 29.-tSpeclai).-
The sixth annual Firemen's banquet
was held at the Elmwood hotel Mon
day evening and was attended by 1o4 Of
the representative business men of the
city. It was one Of the most success
full banquets that has ever been held
by the boys of the Central station and
there was not a dull minute from start
to finish. 1t was shortly after 7.30 that
the assembled guests marched from the
fire station to the hotel where Landlord
Cook had a splendid banquet in waiting.
From the first course to the last every
thing was fine and it was thoroughly
satisfied bunch of men who finally light
ed up the splendid cigars donated by
n. H. Barrows Of the Elmwood. The
assemblage was called to order by
Chief Berry. who in a few words. in
which he called attention to the fact
that the past year has been one in which
the loss was the least 1t had been for
a great many years. He then introduced
Hon. Leon F. Higgins of Brewer, Sena-
tor from Penobscot county, as the first
speaker. Mr.. Higgins delivered very
pleasing address which was greatly en-
joyed
The second speaker was Rev. Fl. E.
Dunnack of Augusta, State librarian,
who discussed the questions OF fires
as he had read about it in books, in
a very interesting and instructive way.
He then said that a new fire truck and
things of that nature should be had
for the city to bring it up to Glass B.
His whole address was pleasing and
thoroughly enjoyed by those present.
The third speaker was John 5. Cald-
we'll of Boston, engineer or the New
England Insurance Exchange. Mr..
Caldwell discussed things as they real
ly are in Waterville and explaining
the classified system as used by the
New England Exchange. The inspec-
lions in Waterville were made in No
vember, 1914. The inspectors went over
the whole city. Mr. Caldwell went in
to the various sections of the rating
of Waterville and gave his hearers a
very clear idea of what the city needs
nthe way of improvements in its sys-
TENS.
he SpOhS 1OIClpiy iO6ehhuiAA6 NAV AiSSSA
of motor apparatus in the city of Water
vile. He declared that the present hook
and ladder truck had practically outlived
it's usefulness and that motor truck
was almost necessary. Regarding the
Capitalization of the fire department and
It's organization, he spoke in favor of
the first and said that the last was fair.
He declared that the fire alarm system
was something to be proud OF and that
no city in New England rated higher On
it. He also told Of what the difference
in rates would be and took up what the
exchange would do and said they would
strongly urge a new ladder truck, more
hydrants and more permanent men.
Hon. F. Wade Halliday of Waterville
spoke in a very pleasing way of his ex-
periences here and of his pleasure at
being here.
The last speaker of the evening was
Frank E. Taft of Portland, of the Ameri-
can La France Fire Engine Co, and he
delivered an interesting and instructive
speech. He told something Of the fire
apparatus of today in way that gave a
new idea of It to his hearers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30
Receiver Asked for Won
Frantzius & Co.==Liabilities
Nearly Three Millions

Chicago Jan. pa petition for a re-
celver for Won Frantzius G. Co., for
many years prominent stock and grain
brokers Of Chicago. was filed today by
Attorney /. B. Perlman, as attorney for
three creditors representing claims of
$4,000
Perlman alleged that the liabilities of
the firm were s2,7O0,OOO and the assets
about S1,oOo.oo0 under that Benjamin
Marcuse, who on Sept. 80 last resigned
from the partnership, leaving Won
Frantzius, who died Jan. Z, the sole
member said Perlman's allegation was
wild guess work
Fritz Won Frantzius, founder of the
house. attained wide notoriety two
years ago by his marriage to Saharet.
the dancer. He was divorced from his
first wife and fell in love with a paint
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

General Manager Ralph j. Patterson
Of the Waterville, Fairfield & Oakland
Street Railway Co., was in Augusta
Monday morning on business and in
the afternoon went to Clinton, where
he lectured in the evening on the uses
Of electricity on the farm. He will go
to Brooks Tuesday evening. complet-
ing his series of lectures with the one
at that place. They have been very in
structive and have been much enjoy
ed by the large number of farmers and
their friends who have been present
and many Of them have told him that
they have secured lot Of valuable in
formation from what he has said.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

Boston, Jan. 29.-The First Nauonai
Bank Of Boston announced today that
it would establish a branch in Buenos
Ayres within the next few months.
probably on June /. President Daniel
c. Wing said that the necessary per-
mission had been secured from the
federal reserve board. and that the
branch with capital Of s1,000,000
would be established in an attempt to
promote a closer commercial relation
ship between New England and South
America, particularly the Argentine
Republic.
Neel F. Tribe, who was one Of the
managers of the Banco Germanico of
Buenos Ayres for a number of years.
has been appointed manager of the
branch. His staff. with the exception
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30
OAKLAND
Festival Chorus to Hold First
Rehearsal Feb. 6-Delegates
Chosen for Boys Conference
at Lewiston-Milk Producers
to Organize Wednesday

The following have been chosen to at,
tend the 18th annual boys conference te
be held at Lewiston on Feb. 9. 10 and IL
Harold NORM, Harland Morse, Edmond
Leahy, Eugene Wort, Lyman Mason
Winnie Day. They will represent the
Sunday school of the First Baptist
church, the following classes of the
school assuming the expense of the del
egates: Leon Shesong, b. M. Foster
Mrs. F. H. Leech, Miss Louise Benson
pastors and mems Bible class. This will
be the fourth time this school has beer
represented at the boys conference ano
its is expected that much good will re-
suit from this conference, as it has in the
past.
The New England Milk Producers AS.
sociation Will hold q meeting at Cascade
Grange hall on Wednesday, Jan. 81, at II
A. NJ. All interested are invited to at
tend. Committee on local arrangements
Charles H. Wheeler.
At the recent winter Christian En-
deavor convention held at Fairfield the
local society won the banner for attend
ance.
Isaac Talberth has returned home
after having passed a three-weeks va
cation with friends and relatives in
New York and Philadelphia.
Mrs. G. Stafford passed the week
end with friends at Eastport
D. NJ. Marshall returned Saturday
from North Arson, where he had been
passing a few days on business.
Mrs. T. M. Tucker Of Pittsfeld has
been visiting her sister, Mrs. Earl
Healy for a few days.
Mrs. ]. W. Wellington of Norwood,
Mass, returned home Saturday after
a visit with her sister, Mrs. Carter on
the Sidney road.
Mr.. and Mrs. Tony Williams are re-
ceiving hearty congratulations on the
arrival of n 10-pound baby boy, born
Sunday night.
Alton Libby, who has a position in
Worcester. is enjoying a short visit at
the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs.
B. J. Libby.
The Fidelity class Of the Free Bap-
fist church will meet at the home of
Mrs. Penney on Water street on Thurs
The Natanis Club will observe Ladies'
night at their club rooms on Thursday
evening, Feb l.
The members OF the Festival chorus
and those who desire to join will meet
at the lecture room of the Public Lii
brary on Tuesday evening. Feb. 6. This
VIII be the first rehearsal Of the chorus
and members will come prepared to
sing. This meeting was to have been
held Jan. 80. but has been postponed
on account of the inability Of the pub
lshers to supply the desired music.
Mrs. John Collins has gone to Water
poro. called by the death of her nephew.
Inc Ladies' Aid of the Free Baptist
church Will meet with the president,
MIS- Eta Pullen, Wednesday afternoon.
jan 81 A good attendance is desired.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30
DEATH OF FOUNDER
OF SOMERSET
COUNTY HOSPITAL

skowhegan, Me, Jan. 2s.-(SpeciaD.-
Dr. John f. Wadsworth. founder and SUI
perintendent of Somerset hospital, died
here Monday afternoon at O'Clock. He
had been confined to his bed for little
over week, pneumonia with complica-
tons being the cause Of his death. He
was we'll known as a physician and sur
geon and was connected with several
medical associations Besides a widow,
formerly Miss Alice Locke, he is survived
by a daughter and a son. He was about
46 years old. The hour of the funeral
has not been announced
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

The big double bill at the City Opera
house for Monday and Tuesday called
cut a large crowd. as it is not often
that such a program can be had for
the price Of admission which is charged
at this house. Marguerite Clark in
Snow White" is whole afternoons
entertainment in itself and this dainty
little star was never better in anything
than in this. The settings of the play
ate magnificent and the entire plot is
one Of the finest that has been seen
at the house for long time. Jane Gray
in THE Test" provides a companion
piece which is both beautiful and artis-
tic and which carries the audience with
it to the end. A reel of cartoons are
also shown, making a 12-reel program
The same pictures will be shown Tues
day.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

ing Of the dancer long before he knew
her personally. They lived together
only a few days when she deserted him.
Later he divorced her. naming her
dancing partner as correspondent.
Won Frantzius' recent death led 90
further publicity. as at the home where
his children lived. news OF his demise
was denied. II was also denied NJ his
offices. but after lapse Of "a hours
when concealment was no longer pos.
sibie' II was admitted. He died Of nat
ural causes.
Won Frantzius had told his son Peter
that In case Of death he would find in
structions in safety deprit vault,
Certain papers were TO be destroyed. As
the death occurred on Jan. I. a Sun
day. the young man tried 20 conceal The
news until he could get the papers
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

Business is very slack with the Ii
quor deputies just at present, practi-
cally no liquor is coming in and all
that is has been shown to be the prop
erty of private individuals who are in
no way connected with the liquor
trade. A new ruling has been made by
the sheriff ani will be enforced by the
deputies here and that is that no more
liquor will be admitted for use at
ys edding celebrations. Several court
cases have resulted from these cele-
brations and it is felt by the officers
that they could get along without them
in the future.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30
DENIAL OF CHARGES
Continued from Page One)

associations with Mr.. McAdoo prior to
the latters entering the cabinet, the
banker insisted that since that time thelr
relations had been largely social ana tha'
he had leaned backward insofar as
seeking fayors from the secretary was
concerned.
The last business dealings he had
with Mr.. McAdoo were in connection
he said, with the sale of more than
s112 600 worth of securities which the
secretary left with the firm of Harvey
Fisk &, Sons for disposal when ne pc
came a cabinet member. TINS account
was closed on Jan. l, 1914.
Whipple, however, elected from the
banker statement that the fedefai
Reserve Bank Of New York had taken
q lease for a wear and a half on oi>ces
owned bv the bankers firm. Mr.. FISK
admitted that he had suggested to the
secretary that the offices were wen
adapted to the use of the bank, put
said this suggestion had been MADE
"weeks before the lease was executed
The committee then called the man
ager of the Fisk office building, Sen
Won B. Conger, who recited the nego-
tiations for the lease. He SAID ne had
made an offer of the Offices to the red
eral Reserve Bank, which was at hrst
declined, but later an agreement was
reached which led to contract. re
said he had preached the subject TO
Secretary McAdoo and told him that
MIR. Fisk was anxiour to lease the Of
fees. The secretary told him, he testl-
fed. he wanted nothing to do with the
matter, but when pressed for an opin-
ion said: "All things considered don't
think it would make bad place"
According to Mr.. Fisk the superior
1-ault facilities of the offices were the
reasons for the choice made.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

Charles Pooler. who lives on the
Plains. complained to the police Mon
day that he had been robbed during the
night and that a man who had been
boarding with him had disappeared The
police were given good description Of
the fellow and expect to land him. He
secured about three or four dollars in
money and a watch. He is described as
being about five feet four, % slight
build and having a small mustache. He
wears cap, dark coat, olive 6rab
sweater and dark pants. and can talk
no English.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30
Sazanoff Sees No Practical
Value of Wilson's Peace
Efforts at This Time

Petrograd, Jan. >29.-(Via London).-
Sergius Sazonoff recently foreign min
fster, who has just been appointed Rus
sian ambassador to London, commenting
on President Wilson'S Senate speech I'm
an interview printed in the Russian news
paper today, voiced the view already
taken by most prominent Russians in
stating that President Wilson's efforts
to prevent repetition OF the world war
had his full sympathy, especially COM
mending the idea of peace league but
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

he failed TO see the practical value o.
the speech at this time
M Sazonoff mentioned as the terms
without which the Entente Allies could
not consider peace. these,
The restoration OF Belgium and Ser.
bia and the return 20 France OF Alsaes
and Lorraine.
THE ceding OF territory 20 italy.
THE freedom OF Poland and Rumania
Russia's domination or the Daria-
nelles and free access 10 the sea
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

w. f. Colby. who has been cutting
ice on the Chalmers pond so-called on
Mulholland brook. has completed his
work there. He has filed the sheds of
the lockwood Co. the Elmwood Hotel
90. and several other private concerns.
The ice was % inches thick and of the
"ery best possible quality. so that the
people who have the ice from this pond
arc assured mat they have the best
that there Is to be had In that lire.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

The regular weekly rehearsal Of the
Cecilia Club which was postponed
from Monday night in order that the
W.. c. T U. might have the Congre-
gational vestry, will he held at the
vestry on Tuesday night at the usual
time AS business of importance is to
come up at this meeting it is hoped
that every member will be in attend
ance,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

The regular monthly meeting of the
Waterville Woman's Club will be held
Tuesday evening at Library hall I'M
Ger the auspices of the Travel and His
tory department and fine program
has been arranged. There will be a
letter from Mrs. F. E. Moore, who is
now in Washington, and an address by
Mrs. George Bruce Franklin on the
work of Hull House. A large attend
ance of the members is expected.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

Miss Lillian wight. a State field
worker for the w c. T. L.. delivered
an interesting lecture at the Congrega-
tional vcstry Mor'1ay evening on the
subject. John Barlcycorn, Goodbye"
The lecture was illustrated with num-
her 90 views and was unique in its way
II was also "a powerful appeal for tenn
perance and gave new inspiration to
those who heard II to go out and fight
FOR the cause
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

Arrangements have been made by
the officers Of the Waterville Rifle
club 10 hold n match with the Skowhe-
gan Rifle Club on Tuesday evening.
A. the same time the match between
the teams captained by Soper and
Goose will be shot off and the ones Sc
curing the high scores in this match
will be the ones 10 contest in the Show
hogan match
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

Miss Helen Meserve of the High
school who went to her home in New
uamrqhire a short time ago to accom-
pany her sister. has notified the super
intendent that she will be unable to re-
turn this year on account of conditions
az home
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

There was a good attendance at the
whist party which was given at the
country club Monday evening by the
wives Of the governors of the club.
whist was enjoyed until n late hour and
refreshments were served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

The storm Of the past two days has
somewhat stopped ice operations on
the river. hut II has not been enough
20 make the work much harder and 1t
II planned by the operators to put
large crews OF men at work as soon as
the weather clears up.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

Mayor r. T.. Boothby left Monday
for New York. whore he will he Tor a
a few days. While there he VIII at
tend an honorary banquet which IS 70
be rendered 20 Director Chapman OF
the Maine Music Festival.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

The revolutionists killed no one and. se'
.cording to reports received other roprs.
sentatives Of interests IN that country
and the developments. was a elimination
Of popular demand.
II disorders follow ana there IL re-
ported any danger 20 foreigners. a war
snip will be sent to Costa Rican waters
Great surprise was caused NJ the state
department by the revolt. For almost "
years Costa Rica has been without a rev
oiution and has been set forward as
model Latin-American government
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

Miss Ethel Kennison a teacher in the
Western avenue school, has been obliged
10 give up her work on account Oh SIGN
ness and has as.ed for leave OF ap-
Sence for the remainder of the year
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

The number Of entries for the final
half wear % the schools was not SO
large Monday as was expected and lit
tie trouble was experienced in finding
room for all the children who wished
80 enter
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

Rust will disappear 4 from stee, il
soaked in sweet oil for day. fol-
lowed with a rubbing with fresh lime
The worst rust stains can he re-
moved without injury to the fabric bv
applying boiling rhubarb Juice.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

George Hammond of Van Buren, WHO
was tho guest OF friends IN the Guy
over Sunday. returned to Augusta
Mondny morning where he Is mem
her Of the Legislature.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

The regular drill of Co. Fl VIII ne
held Tuesday evening and following II
there will be a smoke talk at which
some matters Of importance TO the
cornpanV will be discussed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

If a teaspoon of sweet oil is mt
about the roots of rubber plant once
a month IT will keep it in good condi-
ton. and the gloss on the leaves will
be greatly improved.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

There win be special convocation
OF Tcconnct RoVal Arch Chapter, NO
70 "a. Masonic hall Tuesday evening at
70 for work IN the Past and Most Elk
ccllert Mnaiers degrees.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

George Weed. manager of the Ather-
ton Furniture Co. has returned from
business trip to New York in the inter-
ests Of the company.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

Mrs Helen Percival is ill at her home
on lower Main street.
Miss Marion Worthing has been en-
gagged by Superintendent ". Q. Hersey
as teacher at the Bates school district.
Miss Worthing formerly taught at
China,
The eighth and ninth grades OF 'he
North Grammar school had an ali-oay
recess Monday on account or the ap-
sence of the principal, Mrs. Marguerite
Price, who has been called to Cohnecu-
cut by the death of her grandmother.
Miss Katherine Clark is confined TO
her home on Kicker street by illness.
rehearsal of the officers OF the
Eastern Star will be held this evening
(Tuesday) at 7.30 at the Masonic hall
All officers are requested to be pres
ent.
Mrs. S p. Pencil of Skowhegan is
the guest of her daughter, MRS. r. L.
Tozier, High street. As Monday was
Mrs. Pencils birthday she was enter
tanned in a most delightful way by a
dinner which was attended by rev
of Mrs. Tozier's friends.
Earl Harvey has resumed his duties
at the Maine Central car shops, after
a short business trip to Portland.
"Gray Boy" the pretty colt of Eli
Gregory, has been sold to Harry Law
renee of Gardiner.
Melvin Flood, who froze one of his
feet while busily playing saturday, Is
still confined to his bed
George Preble Of Oakland IS engaged
by the United Paper Board and BOX
Co. to repair boilers.
Charles Jakins of Benton has pur-
chased a new automobile.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

Mrs. Marion W. Hayden left Monday
for Philadelphia. where she Will 'lslt
with friends and relatives for rev
weeks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

Mr.. and Mrs. Vilbon Pomerleau anu
son left Monday for Boston, where
they will be the guests Of friends TOT
several days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30
FAIRFIELD

Oakland, called there by the death OF
her brother, the late Walter Johnson.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Coffel left Mon
day for Bath.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30

Put two tabiespoonfuls OF alcohol
into a pint of water In n glass OF jar
and set in a convenient place In
bathroom. When the pieces OF toilet
or bath soap become too small 10 use
conveniently, drop them into this jsr
and the pieces will be saved instead OF
going to the waste pine
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30
E. r. Manter of Sidney was BUS
tuess caller In the city Monday.

Wallace Jones Of China was calling
on friends in the city Tor Time h'n
dRy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-01-30
Funeral Of Mrs. Rose Goodman

Funeral of Mrs. Rose Goodman
The funeral services of the late Mrs.
Rose Goodman were held at the Catholic
church Monday morning, Rev. FIR. Huot
officiating. The bearers were CharieS
Loubier. Vede King, Joseph Roberts ana
Gideon Pooler. Interment was at Ma
plewood cemetery tomb.
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TROOP DISTRIBUTION

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