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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17
AUGUSTUS STRONG
MAN., JOHN GAGNok,
DOES SOME STUNTS
In Market Square and in Opera
House for Benefit of st. An.
gustine's Church - Program
Includes Fine Solos by Miss
Marie Plante and C. F. Bilu
deau-Affair a Decided Sue.
cess

A crowd of several hundred people n,
Monday evening witnessed the pulling
match in Market sQuare between Aurus,
,ta's strongest man, John Gagnon, and
two horses Weighing 400 pounds each. NJ,
Gagnon was hauled back and forth across
the square, but never once did the strain.
ing horses break his muscular grip, Ind
the crowd gave him a rousing cheer a,
the close of the contest.
Following the pulling match. a larse
number of people went into the Opera
house to witness h remainder OF he
program, which proved to be most inter.
esting. The first number was a s~ix-rouna
boxing match "for fun" Between tvo
lightweights, Cote and Grondin, and with.
it probably looked funny to the aud,
ence, both boys stopped some pretty harl
punches, getting enthusiastic about the
game.
Miss Marie Plante, one Of the best.
known local singers, hen rendered a
beautiful vocal solo entitled Dreaming
and was given a full share of applause.
Charles Bilodeau rendered a selection In
his usual fine style, following which a
pair Of amateur comedians amused the
audience with their antics, trying to eat
apples suspended from strings and doing
other nearly impossible feats.
A potato race, real potatoes being used
with the utmost disregard for the H. c.
of L., was the next number, and the three
contestants provided a very amusing con,
test, which was won by Cote with seyera!
spuds to spare.
Then a %pie-eating contest kept the au.
dience in a state Of mirth. two small
boys being plentifully painted with blue.
berries during the match which. as both
pies were eaten entirely, must have been
a draw.
Big John Gagnon then held the inter.
est of the audience by simple little tricks
such as bending s-inch iron bars in his
hands, twisting horseshoes out of shape,
ptnling against four big men. and finally,
lifting a heavy piano. at which Luigi Yer
mette sat and played THE Star Spangled
Banner as a big American flag came
down and screened the front Of the stage
At the close Of the performance. In
which Mr.. Gagnon did feats which woull
be considered excellent in a trained pro-
fessional strong man. he was accorded a
lot Of applause. "Never again" said tn.
big fellow. "a man takes too much
chance when he lifts like that" The en-
tertainment was for the benefit OF St
Augustine church.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17
No Plan to Watch News
by Publicity Bureau

such as in the judgment Of the press
itself 1t would be unwise to print. An
advisory relationship With the press
representatives in Washington will BE-
established to secure that end.
Indications are that no attempt at
direct censorship will be made. The
bureau will formulate, after a confer
ence with the newspapermen here, n set
of regulations for the guidance of
newspaper editors and which it is be-
lieved will be clear and impose so few
restrictions hat there car be no mis-
take as to their meaning. 1t will be
left to the papers themselves to COM
ply and there is no plan for watching
the columns Of the press.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17

Washington, April 16.-Secretaries
Lansing. Baker and Daniels and George
Crcel, who ompose the new govern
ment publicity bureau created by Pres
ident Wilson. held their first meeting
today to map out a course of action.
The primary purpose ofethe bureau,
II was stated, was 10 profit lmmedi-
ately by the mistakes made abroad in
imposing a military censorship on the
press at the beginning of the war, and
to open % the public all proper in
formation as to what the government
is doing or inter DIS to do.
Details Of the plans are still to be
worked out. There will be no effort
to withhold n information except
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17

and minister for nearly 65 years, made a
plea for aid to the Negro.
1t was claimed by Rev. N. T. Whit
aker that the first Methodist church
in New England was founded at
birmingham in 1888 and as the COM
mittee believed it to have been started
a year later at Medford. it a voted
that the members should continue the
research. Among the changes in APP
pointments. announced tonight. are
h following:
Lowell: Central, A. NJ. Osgood; Gen.
%tralville, w. F. Whitney.
West Shelmsford: H. H. Lippincott.
Ayer-L., Sheldon Strong.
Haverhill: r. A. Whitney.
Graniteville: A. S. Fite (supply).
Concord: Norwegian and Danish,
John Skagen.
Milford: Samuel Dupertius from
Central, Lowell.
Newton Lower Fails: Perrin Me-
moriaI, w. f. Preston from Central
Vile, Lowell.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17

assistant: the navy by Rear Admiral
Fletcher OF h general board, and
Commander D. F. Sellers, and the
army by Gen. Wood and Col. r. E. L.
Michie.'
1t was stated at the White House
during the day that the President had
arranged to receive the distinguished
visitors Wednesday and the French
commissioners at the same time II they
had reached Washington. The state
department announced, however, that
it was not certain when Mn Balfour
and his party would come and that
nothing definite was known concerning
the arrival OF the French commission.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17
LOCKWOOD CO.
TO PAY WAGES
TO ENLISTED

The Lockwood Co.. of this city, one
of the largest manufacturing concerns
here, has issued the following notice
to it's employees:
Waterville. Me-, April 18, 1917.
NOTICE TO EMPLOYEES:
The Lockwood Co. will pay all of
our employees who are leaving us to
serve the country the difference be-
tween the salary we have been paying
them and the salary received from the
government. until such time. asa gen.
eral plan is agreed upon with the
United States Chamber Of Commerce.
together with the National Defense
Council, at which time we reserve the
right to change the arrangement which
we are now making.
E. X. ATWOOD. Agent.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17
Canadian Losses

Ottawa, Ont, April l6.-Estimates OF
Canadian losses around Vimy, based on
good authority, place the casualties from
the commencement Of the Vimy offensive
until last night between 5000 and 1000.
Three hundred and thirty officers fell last
week on vimy ridge, according to the In
formation. The totals include killed and
wounded with the latter dominating.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17
$2,224,000 Case Is on
AGAINST German Liner

liner Kronprinzessin Cecilie, nov at Bos-
ton in possession of federal. court author
tiles.
Breach Of contract to carry 81. 100000 in
gold bullion to England and France just
before the wars outbreak is alleged by
the banks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17
D. 4, R.. CONGRESS
HAS PATRIOTIC
Demonstration

Washington. April 16.-Patriotic DEM
onstrations with demands for oppor-
tunity for practical service in h war
emergency. featured. the opening ses-
sion here today Of the 26th Congress-
II the Daughters Of the American Rev
outioSn. Unqualified endorsement of
The nations entrance In the neht
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17

The employees Of the stitching room u
the Eaton shoe factory purchased a ID.
6xI0 American flag for the room, and last
Saturday morning, with the walls hh'l
with small flags, flags decorating eao'
lamp. and amid the waving of still mo''
flags by those present. the big nsw par
ner was unfurled for the first m .
group of girls san the National Hy""
and then short patriotic addresses ~@'
made by Supt. e. A. Grey. Asst. supt' =
M. Snow, J.. E. Dixon and Foreman A y
Eastman. At the conclusion of the ~
marks three cheers were given by tho.
assembled and all came to the salute ~
peating the oath Of allegiance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17
WOrkmen Aroused

Copenhagen (Via London). April B.-
The reduced bread ration in Germany has
now rome into effect. Judging from the
tone of the press and the news items in
German newspapers, it appears that the
reduction has caused great discomfort
ment among workmen, and even threats
to retaliate by strikes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17
FAIRFIELD

Mrs. Nellie Prio has returned to her
home at Bangor after being called here
by the death Of her sister. the late Mrs.
Sarah Dyer.
Mrs., Perle Dorrean is able to be out
after several days illness.
William Mcleod has completed his du-
ties at the car shops and has been chosen
by the selectmen to act as road commits
sioner for the ensuing year.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17

Washington, April 1e.-The European
wars beginning was discussed today be-
fore the United States supreme court with
the justices showing considerable interest
and asking many questions in argument
of a suit of New York banks for $2.224,0O1
damages against the North German LLOYD
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17
AUGUSTA LOCALS.

Mrs. Emma F. Howe left on the sunrise
express this morning for Providence, r.
l.. to attend the Grande Lodge of the
New England Order Of Protection of that
state.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17
REFUSE VACATION
APPOINTMENT OF
r. A. RECEIVER

Boston, April ia petition for va
cation of the appointment of a receiv-
er for the supreme council Of the Roy
al Arcanum was refused by Judge AID
rich In the federal district court today.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17

The regular monthly meeting and socia,
Of the Christian Endeavor Society Of tho
Penney Memorial church, will be held at
s o'clock this evening at the church par
lors.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17

Mrs. H. L. S%herburne Is passing a i =.
days in Washington. d. c., where she '
attending the National D. A. X. cow
ton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-04-17

Regular meeting of Kennebec Loue'
No. PSI. N. E. o. p. Tuesday evehi"s'
April II, with initiation OF candidates
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VIOLENT OFFENSIVE
Continued from Page One)

strikes. Tramway traffic in Berlin is
normal.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1917-03-03
They play their first game Friday aft

They play their first game Friday aft
ernoon with Enderlin.
The many friends Of Mrs. ]. Billiard
will rejoice to learn that she is i'm
proving, even though slowly.
Mrs. Charles Brewer has gone to
her former home in Wisconsin to be at
the bedside of her aged mother.
Mr.. and Mrs. r. T. Terrence enter
tanned a large company OF young peo-
pie at their home on Thursday even
ing, in honor of their guest, Miss
Besse Collins of Greeley, Colo. The
evening was spent with music and
games after which the hostess served
delicious refreshments, Mrs w. ]. Bell
assisting.
Miss Ruby Gibson left this week for
Chicago and New York to purchase
her spring goods and she will also visit
her sister, Miss Angie, while away.
Mrs. John Wright has gone to Camp
bell. Mimi, for visit at her old home.
Jack DINNER has gone to Billings,
Mont, where he has accepted posi-
ton.
DR.. Glasgow's many friends will be
pleased to learn that he has improved
somewhat since goinG to Rochester,
MINI.
Mrs. r. M. Pollock of Fargo spent
Friday at the ]. r. Pollock home.
William Nesemeier has returned
from the twin cities where he took
carload Of hogs.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1917-03-03
CASSELTON

Casselton, N. D., March 3.-Mrs. r.
G. Hazard left Saturday morning for
few days visit with relatives and
friends in Bismarck, returning home
on Thursday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Tim Lucey left Mon
day evening for Colorado Springs,
Colo, where they will make an ex-
tended visit with their son Leo
Mrs. w. e. Clark of Towe: City
spent several days at the George
Stanley home this week.
Daniel Cooney, who recently sold his
home on the south side of town, has
moved into the Tim Lucey house.
Mrs. j. r. Pollock entertained the
Bridge club and a few invited guests
on Saturday afternoon.
Mrs. H M. Washburn and Mrs. r. G.
Hazard were hostesses to the Eastern
Star ladies on Friday OF last week at
the Masonic parlors. Delicious refresh
ments were served at the close of the
afternoon.
Mrs. George Mcintyre and baby, of
Cheney, Wash. arrived Friday to make
an extended visit with her parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. Herman Nesemeier.
Word reaches friends of Mrs. Nell
lie Dunn to the effect that she has
been obliged to submit to an opera
tion in a New Rockford hospital, but
that she is getting along as well as
can be expected.
Mrs. III. J. Rowe and Mrs w. T..
Sprake returned wednesday after sew
eral weeks visit in Bismarck
Mrs. Magnussen and baby, of Drake.
n. D., are visiting at the Sorenson
home.
Miss Bell Knight returned Wednes-
day evening from two weeks visit in
Minneapolis.
Miss Leita Smith entertained the
Teachers club and some invited guests
on Wednesday evening. Following the
evenings entertainment delicious re-
freshments were served by the hostess
and all report fine time.
The basketball team goes TO Valley
City Friday to take part in the tour
nament under the auspices of the de-
partment of physical education Of the
state normal school. in which twelve
other high schools are represented.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1917-03-03

lady friends who visited her at her
home and enjoyed a pleasant sleighride
and a social evening.
Mrs. J. A. Stavely invited a number
of little girls to spend Wednesday eve
ming with her daughter, Evelyn, on the
occasion of her 9TH birthday.
The writer acknowledges that the
society news is decidedly one-sided.
The men do not report their social
functions to the correspondent.
Eddie Grendberg's young schoolm&tes
gave him surprise Friday evening at
his home. They enjoyed pleasant
time.
We were disappointed last Sunday
evening by the non-arrival of Rev.
George B. Galley. of Valley City, as an
nounced, on account of the storm. He
preached at the morning service in the
Federated church in Casselton. We
shall be glad to welcome him here later
We will lose some of our pioneer
citizens next week in the removal of
Mr.. and Mrs. A. Robinson to their farm.
recently purchased, near Bear Creek.
Mimi. They will be accompanied by
their daughter. Mrs. J. NJ. Thompson,
and family. They will be greatly miss
ed by their many friends and relatives,
who wish them all kinds of success
Four hundred bushels of potatoes are
being hauled to Fargo this week by tho
Larson brothers.
The A. c. sophomore quint played the
Mapletonian Firsts Friday evening.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1917-03-03
WHEATLAND

Wheatland, n. D., March 3.-To The
Forum: r. A. Kruger was bust
ness caller in Fargo on Wednesday.
Mr.. and Mrs. B. Mccarthy returned
on Tuesday from the coast, where
they spent several pleasant weeks
adding much to their health.
The Wheatland orchestra has been
revived and we hope it may be last
ing. The boys are doing nicely and
deserve much credit in being able to
continue minus a director.
Dave Mallough, the genial elevator
man from Embden. transacted BUSH
ness in town Wednesday and incident
ally told few new jokes.
Grant Stevens made a flying trip to
Grand Forks on Tuesday. Mr.. and
Mrs. Stevens are in town for a few
days preparatory to moving out to
their own place in time for spring
work.
Miss Beth Lockhart spent Sunday
at Casselton.
DR.. Harry Hooking and friend of
Devils Lake, were Sunday guests at
the r. c. Hooking home.
w. r. Akin left SATURDAY. for Hills
boro after closing affairs here.
Misses Agnes Ingebretson and
Hulda Brazel became members Of Oak
Leaf Rebekah lodge on Tuesday even
ing. A splendid lunch and social time
was enjoyed in honor of the ladies.
Cards announcing the marriage of
Miss Stella Leun and w. E. KRONER
at Valley City on Feb. 81, were re-
ceived by friends here. Miss LeEn is
a sister of o. H. Leun. who was
temporary agent at the n. P. some
time ago. The young people will be
wished every happiness. They are to
reside at Eckelson, N. D., where Mr..
KRONER is in business
Mrs. Lewis Easton was a guest of
her parents. Mr.. and Mrs. p. ]. Nc
Laren over Sunday and Monday.
c. B. Youngman left Tuesday for a
trip in connection with nursery stock.
Wendell Hooking has been confined
at his home for several days with
good hard case of grippe. but hopes
to be able to resume school on Mon
day. $685..
Ex-Sheriff ]. C. Ross. the man who
kept us out of jail was caller in
town Wednesday.
Deforrest Green and family are
moving to town, where Deforrest will
be associated with Earl Gibson for
awhile.
G. A. Raymond was Fargo visitor
this week.
There are number of sales
scheduled for the next few DAYS
among them Akason on March 10;
Gibson & Green on March IL, and
several others.
Our open winter has arrived at last
10 that's one worry less. Now the
worry is how long will it stay?
Cor. w.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1917-03-03
Summons.

State of North Dakota, County Of
Cass. In District Court, Third Judictaa
District. s
Kaufman 6 Stern Real Estate Come
pany, a corporation, Plaintiff, VS.. john
d. Edmonston and Even Martinson, ana
all persons unknown claiming any es-
brance upon the property described in
the complaint, OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES
The State of North Dakota to the
above named defendants; Il
You are hereby summoned to answer
the complaint of the plaintiff in the
above entitled action and to serve q
copy of your answer upon the SUBJ
scriber within thirty 800 days after
the service of this summons upon yous
exclusive of the day of service; and in
case of your failure to appear and an
swer, Judgment will be taken against
you by default for the relief demanded
Dated this End day of Feb, 1917.
L. l. TWICHELL,
Plaintiffs attorney, office and posts
Office address, Fargo, North Dakota.
The above named defendants are
hereby notified that the verified CONF
plant I'm this action will be filed with
the Clerk of the District Court, at his
office in the County Court House in the
City of Fargo. Cass County. North Oar
That the object of this action is to
determine adverse estates, interests,
liens and encumbrances against the
foregoing described real estate, situate
in the County of Cass, State of North
Dakota, to-wit:
Lots one ~, Two (2), Three CD.
%, in Block six (6) of Aldrich and
Roberts Addition to Fargo, and to
quiet title thereof in the PLAINTIFF; and
no personal claim is made against any
of the defendants herein.
L. L TWICHELL,
Plaintiffs Attorney
.(Feb. 1o:=17-24. March 3-tO-17, 1917
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1917-03-03
FARGO HIGH IS
OUT OF RUNNING:
FINALS ON TODAY
Four Teams Are Left
Casselton and Valley
City Favorites

Valley City, n. D., March 3.-Fargo
high was eliminated as a contender for
the southeastern district high school
basketball championship here last
night by losing to Casselton high. Is
to IL. Valley City defeated Tower
City. 81 to II. and Wahpeton Won over
LaMoure, Al to II.
In the afternoon, Fargo defeated
Courtenay, 81 to 16; Casselton defeated
Enderlin, % to 4; and Darlington lost
to jamestown, 80 to IL.
Four teams, Casselton Valley City,
Wahpeton and jamestown, are left in
the running. They play the semi finals,
and final game today.
Casselton AMI Valley City are gem
orally considered as favorites.
Minot Plays veIva.
Minot, n. D., March 3.-Minot high
plays Velva high for the northwestern
district championship here today. Mi
not defeated Kenmare. SO to IL, and
Velva swamped Anamoose. 81 to IS, in
the opening games yesterday.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1917-03-03
DECH IS
HIGH IN
SINGLES
Veteran Swatter Gets In
Money Three Times
Stems Take Main Go

"Chawles" Dech, veteran local
bowler, made cleanup in the local
bowling tournament, which closed on
the Nestor alleys last night, accord
ing to the official prize list given out
by the tournament managers, taking
first in the singles with 631. first in
all events with ITO, and, with his
partner, Ware, annexed second place
in the doubles with 1141. Dech also
bowled with the Alex Stern & Co.
five, winners in the five-man events.
BY taking first in all the events,
Dech was given an inlaid picture,
valued at SIS, donated by the Bruins
wick Bake Collender Co.
Last nights bowling, with two five
man teams, set of doubles and
singles. had no effect on previous
counts, no participant breaking into
the money. -
No little interest, and a large entry
list marked the tournament, which.
according to the promoters, will be
an annual affair.
The official prize list:
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1917-03-03
BIG
TOURNEY
TONIGHT
Vanguard of Pin SKATERS
Hit Grand Rapids Today
Big Delegations
tRy Associated Press.l

Grand Rapids, Mich, March 3.-The
vanguard of the thousands of men
who will take part in the seventeenth
annual tournament Of the American
Bowling congress arrived here early
today. The first, balls will be rolled
In the coliseum here this evening
Thus far the outsiders are not numer-
Gus enough to be noticeable on. the
streets or in the hotels. the first big
visiting delegation being due the mid
die Of next week, when the Peoria,
Cincinnati and Buffalo contingents,
which are bidding for the 1918 con-
gress, will open headquarters.
Finishing touches were put on the
sixteen alleys today, the runways get
ting thorough dry scrubbing in an
effort to make them as nearly as
possible like the well used paths to
which the players are accustomed.
Abe Langtry, secretary of the congress
and general manager Of the meet, took
over the alleys from the local assoc;a-
ton which promoted the tournament,
although the formal tender of them
will not be made until the ceremonies
incident to tonight's play.
Numerous local followers OF the
game stood around the drives all day,
watching Langtry and his numerous
assistants drill the score board boys,
who are mostly Grand Rapids youths.
The book scorers and pin-boys are
nearly all seasoned veterans of former
tournaments, and they are spending
their time in renewing old acquan-
tianceships.
Only one squad of sixteen Grand
RAPIDS teams will roll tonight and
none of them expects to gather en-
ough wood" to figure in the final
prize list. AS a consolation to them
for their task of breaking in the alleys
special prizes totallinG $50 have been
offered for the three highest fives in
the squad. More local clubs will use
the alleys until Tuesday night wher
a lone Chicago team will appear. The
next night will see big invasion from
outside cities and from then on Grand
Rapids will play only. minor part in
the competition
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1917-03-03
MAPLETON.

Mapleton, N. D., March 3.--Mrs. How
ard Drummer is visiting her parents at
LaMoille, ILL.,, having been called there
last week by a message announcing the
serious illness of her mother, Mrs. p. c.
Dayton. who visited here last summer.
About twenty lady friends of Mrs. {.
B. Hay surprised her on the occasion OF
her birthday Tuesday evening at the
home of her son, Charles G. Kinder. An
informal program of vocal and instru-
mental music, with games of various
kinds, made the time pass pleasantly.
Miss Helen Cross was surprised
Thursday evening by ten of her young
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ma and Joe Bonds of Tacoma. Wash,
terminated here last night in an I'M
satisfactory manner in the middle Of
the fifth round. Morris, who weighed
235 pounds, an advantage OF SIS pounds.
landed a hard blow apparently to the
stomach, flooring Bonds The latter
claimed foul, and the club doctor
agreed that he had been hit low.
The referee, when asked for a de-
cision said: Il am not allowed to give
decision. ] did not count when Bonds
went down, so you can draw your own
inference"