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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

IRE schedule for the steamer Is
lander of the Augusta and Boothhay
iiarbor route, which goes into effect
next Thursday. May %, and continues
until further notice. will be as fol-
lows; Leave Augusta daily at 705 A.
NJ, Hallowell Con signaD at 7.13:
Gardiner at 7.40; South Gardiner con
sienap 1t 1.50 Cedar Grove at sos;
richmond at $40: Bath Getty land
ing at $40. connecting at Bath with
the electric road for New Meadows
Inn Brunswick, Lisbon Falls and
Lewiston, ard arriving at Boothbay
harbor At about 1870. Returning.
IeaVe Boothbay Harbor at $50 p. NJ.
bath at 3f5, Richmond at Ais, Car
amer ut 5.l5, Hallowell Con signaD
ana arriving at Augusta at about G
o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21
READFIELD

DEPOT-The Sunday school con-
vention held at the Smith Memorial
church, Wednesday by Wayne, Fay
cite and Readfeid Sunday schools,
was well attended. Rev. Mr.. Pearson
pastor of Winthrop and East Read
field churches was present. interesting
remarks were made In the forenoon
by Mr.. Pearson and Mr.. Dunn Of De-
pot church. A bountiful picnic dinner
was served in the vestry and enjoyed
hot only a. a repast. but 1 social Az
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

In accordance with plans as given
out last week the spring work was
commenced at Five-Mile island boom
on Monday morning. The boom was
opened and the work of sorting logs
was begun. there being n lot of the
logs Of this years Kennebec drive
now in the boom and others are
coming along. Quite a lot of logs
were turned over the dam Monday
morning and are now in the mill
boom OF the Augusta Lumber Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21
On complaint Of Mrs. Ada F. Hunt

On complaint Of Mrs. Ada F. Hunt
OF this city. State agent for the pre-
Nention of cruelty to children, hear
ing was held Monday morning before
Recorder Cony of the municipal court
IN the case of Lillian Anderson. aged
nine years. who was alleged to have
been neglected by her father, Frank
Anderson. and it was the decision of
the court that the little girl be placed
In the temporary care Of Mrs. Hunt.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21
MANY School Children are Sickly

A'tt,ets VINO value their own comfort
srt me welfare OF their children. shout |
rsysr Ir without box Of Nother
Grtys Swee' Powders Cor Children. for
rse throughout the season They Break
yt rYids q, I.ve Feverishness Corsti-
M IS. -rethlpg Disorders. iieadncne
srH -'littr Troubles. Used by moth
Or .a- 7n 'c7rs THESE POWDERS
NEVER FAD. Al Drug Stores sc.
l0rf accept any substitute. Sample
FEE. Address Mother Gray Go j @
~. M Y AdI
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

After a rather extended period of
inactivity on the Williams field a
game will be played Wednesday aft
'thoon between Cony and Water
vile High school. McGouldrick will
he Conys choice for the box and the
opposing moundsman will be Mick
oH oBrien, who is winning con-
siderable of 4 reputation for HIM
SELF and should put Cony batting
eyes 70 a severe test. All signs point
TO a warm game.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21
Bankruptcy Matters

The following petition was received
Monday morning at the Office of the
referee in bankruptcy for Kennebec
county:
Eugene E. Clark OF Benton. paint
err Petition filed May Is, adjudicated
May IS. Liabilities s54o.s6; assets
so04. all Of which amount is claimed
to be exempt. No deposit Bankf =: :
ordered in before the referee for ez-
animation Friday, May "a, at 10 A. NJ.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21
Breton Lajoiea

St Augustine's Catholic church
was the scene of a happy event Mon
day morning when Arthur Breton
and Flora Lajoiea, both Of Augusta,
were united in marriage, the cere-
mony taxing place at $50 in the pres
ence of 4 large number Of relatives
and friends Of the bride and groom.
Rev. FIR. z. B. Decary, rector Of the
church, otticiated and there was also
vocal and instrumental music in con-
nection with the ceremony. The young
couple left on the 9.36 train for a
brief wedding journey to Boston and
other places, and on their return will
make thei: home in Augusta. The best
wishes of many friends are theirs for
health and happiness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

The Home Service Section of the
Red Cross Is making preparations to
look after the young men who will
be cntrained the latter part of this
month on the draft call. At the time
of their Induction the boys will be
given all necessary information about
the allotmonts of pay for their fam
HES. the government allowances and
the taking out Of life insurance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

sir. and Mrs. George II. Jewett and
son. formerly of this city. have TAX
en- up a temporary residence at the
Augusta House. Mr.. Jewett was un-
I'll within a few years the London
representative of w. II. Gannett, Inc.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

Mrs. Charlotte Stilkey left on the
Sunday night Pullman for Fort Up
ham. Long Island. n. y, to meet
her husband. Charles D. Stilkey of
the Ambulance Corps. who has just
arrived from Texas.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

Madame Zola, the scientific palm
ist who has been at the Russell &.
Weston Co.'S. store for the past few
days, has been suddenly called out of
town by the death of relative. Those
who have not consulted with her
may do SO later as she is expected to
return In about a week or 10 days
Adv
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

City Treasurer Wilbert S. Wilson,
who has recently purchased the bun
gGlow Of Alfred Il. Perkins on Union
street, is having some repairs and
Improvements made upon the same.
He will occupy it later in the season
for home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

Frank Beane of Gage street. who
has had course of training in stor-
age battery principles at the Prest-
o-Lite factory branch in Boston, has
returned TO this city and is now en-
ployed at the Hartford Square Gar
age.-Adv
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

\ regular session of Augusta
Lodge. No. 964, b. +. Q. Elks, will be
held Thursday evening, May 23d at
500 o'clock, Members are requested
to be present. as business OF i'm
portance will come before the meet
ing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

The Daughters of the Republic will
meet at the Penney Memorial church
at 7.3o =. NJ. Thursday May 80.
Everyone who wishes to march Me
mortal day is requested to be pres
ent.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

The d. L. Hysom agency has sold
the Catlin property, a valuable track
of land located on Cony street ex-
tension, 20 w. NJ. Sanborn of Angus
ia for investment.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

This Wednesday evening dance at
Maccabee hall will be for the benefit
OF the Red Cross Fund. The bigger
the party, the better the fund.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21
LOCAL NOTICE.

DR.. Warren l.. Smith announces
that he has resumed his practice and
viii be at his office from to p.
NJ, daily. mave1dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

Granville S. Small. formerly Of this
city. who since last fall has been MAX
ing his home with his niece at Glen
mere, has been making q short visit
with friends in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

The Ladies' Aid of the Penney
Memorial church will meet at .
O'Clock this Tuesday afternoon at the
former Red Cross rooms at City hall.
Members are privileged to invite
friends who can sew well.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

Tuck estate. Household goods sale.
see Adv. may21, d1t*
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

Whist and dance, Golden Cross hall
May %. Companions of the Forest.
Gents csc. ladies 15c.
mayc6d2t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Ingham Of Mt
Vernon were callers Monday upon
friends in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21
Tuesday, May 81, 1918.
AUGUSTA LOCALS

George Crockett of Portland was a
business celler Monday in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

ternoon exercises we're discussions on
the hest methods Of conducting Sab
BATH schools and other interesting
topics from Wayne and Fayette MEM
bers Of Sabbath schools followed by
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21
NIELSEN CONCERT

Alice Nelsen's bravery in
sacrificing at its height one Of
the greatest careers in light
opera the world has ever known
land at an age when glory and
aduIation appeal most strong
ly to young eirD and enter
ing the struggle for supremacy
in grand opera, may account
for her rise to a star Of the first
ordor with q speed unequallee
In musical annals.
City Hall, May 2S
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21
Hire the New
7 Passenger
NASH SIX
Eor AufO Parties
For ufO Parties

part,e7 taken or long or short trips
~ .he day or mile. Careful and re-
table driver. For particulars call
i5i.W.
may6dlmo
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-05-21

business meeting relating 70 the
County convention in Watefville.
Singing by Mrs. Mona Elliott WITH Or
gan accompaniment ~ Mr.. f111l,
Shirley Of Walpole. Mass.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
Briet City News

Lighting Fixtures.-Burgess- Granden
Have Root Print It-New Beacon
Press.
DIR. Frank Simon. suite 113, Oma-
ha National Bank Bldg.
Divorce Asked-Anita Baum filed
a petition for divorce from H. Ray
Baum in district court Monday. She
alleges II. Ray has been guilty of
cruelty
Divorce Granted-A divorce de-
cree has been granted to Loretta
Kynette from Earl Kynette on
grounds of desertion in district
court.
Has Old d-Superintendent n.
c. Allen of the Burlington Is the
American bond issued by the gov
eminent 20 years ago, maturing Au-
gust /. this year.
Til With Spanish Flu-AIrs. Glenn
ment Chase was called to Chicago
last night by the illness of her
daughter, Mrs. Clemantina Hinton.
who contracted Spanish flu and is
in an Evanston hospital.
Grabs Money from His Hands
l.. Fritz, 1907 North Fourteenth ave-
nue., reported to police that about
1880 Sunday night man grabbed
$50 in bills from his hands at Six
teenth and Farnam streets,
Templeton Made Bailiff-W. G.
Templeton has been appointed bailiff
in the court of District Judge Day to
fill the vacancy caused by the death
| of John Norberg. Mr.. Templeton is
q veteran of the civil war and has
resided in Omaha for more than 80
years.
Accidental Poisoning-H e n
Cricket, domestic employed at
1216h Cass street. took a number
of antiseptic tablets in the place of
headache tablets Sunday night. The
police surgeon was called and ad-
minlstered first aid and the woman
is now reported to be out of all
| danger.
Goes to Camp Dodge. B. Katz,
formerly president and general man
| ager of the katZ Construction COM
pany of this city, has ben employed
by Charles Weitz & Sons of Des
Moines, Ia, to act as superintendent
| and general manager of the water
supply and sewerage disposal to be
installed by said concern at Camp
Dodge.
Officer Routs ThIeves-Policeman
Nieman, while patrolling his beat
Saturday night, surprised a gang of
thieves in the act of robbing the
grocery store of Tony Mangianelli,
11O6 North Sixteenth street. The
rear door had been broken open and
the safe tempered with, but the rob-
bers fled without any plumber when
the officer appeared.
New Baggage Ofice-At the con-
solidated railroad ticket offices in the
Union Pacific building there Is an
innovation that is hailed with con-
| cradle joy by the travelling public.
In the lobby Of the Office the Omaha
transfer company has established
an office at which baggage Is
| checked to destination for all ticket
holders. This enables travellers to
purchase their rail tickets and check
their baggage without going out of
the office.
Fine fireplace goods at Sunderland's s,
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
dip" ALL OF HIS
LIFE CAUGHT BY
OMAHA POLICE
Danbaum Nails PiCkpoCket
Who is Wanted by Police
Authorities of City
of Chicago.

Hes been a dip since childhood.
and is one of Chicago's big thieves. "
This is the description given of
Joe Roennenberger, who was picked
up Ak-Sar-Ben week by Detective
Danbaum, by Detective Mccarthy
OF the Chicago police force, who is
here after the prisoner.
Roennenberger was suspected BY
Danbaum of being the pickpocket
who stole the $500 payroll of the
Rees Printing company, two weeks
ago When arrested Roennenberger
had in his possession $3.50 in cash
valuable diamond ring and dia.
mond stick pin. Omaha ATTORNEYS
have served orders of attachment
on Omaha police authorities for the
cash and valuables.
Detective Mccarthy succeeded in
inducing Roennenberger to waive
eXtradition proceedings and 60 &c
| Chicago for the purpose OF answer
ing charge of grand larceny and
jumping bail bond.
Those who know the alleged Chi
cago pickpocket, say he was one OF
group of street urchins who lived
on the west side, and who were ed.
ucated i'll crime by a noted "Fagin.'
All of them have had checkerct
criminal careers and have figured il
big operations the country over and
are said to be the cleverest pickpoc-
| kets on the continent.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
Norman Allen Writes He
Will Soon Return to Fiuht

Superintendent Allen of the Bur-
lington is in receipt of a letter from
his son, Norman, who July 80 last,
was wounded while in the front line
trenches in France, fighting the Ger
mans. The letter from the young
man indicates that instead of losing
his right hand as it was anticipated
he would, it is going to be saved
and that before long he will be back
in the fighting game.
He is in base hospital No 8.
somewhere in France and is under
the care of Major Macrea, formerly
one of the leading physicians and
surgeons in Council Bluffs.
1t will be remembered that Al.
len was a member of the Rainbow
division and was a sergeant in the
Creston company that lost so heav-
lily in the Chateau Thierry fighting
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
-Four Community Fuel
Board Directors Meet
With Labor Director

Directors of four community
boards of Nebraska held a confer
ence with George kleffner, director
of federal labor bureau in Nebraska.
in the court house Monday for the
purpose of perfecting plans to
hasten the organization of the work
of the various boards. Robert Cool
ldge, special representative of the
United States Department of Labor.
was chairman.
The meeting was called 50 that
many petty differences which have
arisen throughout the state in COIL
nection with the boards might be
cleared away and that the work as
planned by the government might
be gotten under way with all posi-
bic speed. Mr.. Coolidge was sent
here from Washington to help in
pertecting the work in this state.
The directors present at the meet
ing were: Frank H. Meyers, Oma-
ha, Board No. |; L. c. Crandall, Lin
coin, Board No. 2; A. Beeler, North
Platte. Board No. 3. and John r.
Corey, Hastings, Board No. 4.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
Liberty Special Starts on
Fourth Loan Boosting Trip

Decorated with flags OF the United
States and the allies. carrying a band
OF 80 pieces and Is speakers, the
Union Pacific Liberty loan special
this morning started on its western
trip. The first stop was made at
Schuyler. where an open air meeting
was held. Addresses were made by
w. +. Gurley. Omaha, and Sergeant
Stephenson of the British army,
who was wounded three times on the
western front. The special will go
as far west as Ogden, tab.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
Ring with Inscription in
German Taken from Girl

An official OF the Department of
Justice, who has been making in
designations in Nemaha county,
brought back with him finger ring
bearing the insignia OF the Iron
Cross, and inside of which was en-
graved in German. During the
hardest times l give gold for this. -
The ring was being worn by Dora
Nolte of Auburn. Miss Nolte ex-
planned that she got the ring in
Oklahoma. but could not make clear
details as to just how she came into
possession of it, Miss Nolte gave
up the ring without protest, and in
return received from Uncle Sans
representative some good advice on
the proper selection OF jewelry,
particularly at this time.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
Omaha officer is Chosen
for Special Training

ItR, c. Strehlow visited Monday
with his parents, Mr.. and Mrs. r. L.
Strehlow, zoos North Eighteen
street. He is en- route from Camp,
Lee, Va, where he recently received
HE commission to Camp Sherman,
O.. where he will take special gas
raining He was one of ten ottl-
GERS selected at the camp Tor spe-
eial training. -.
While a Student at St. Johns mill
.arv academy he was an honor man
and a member of the 1915 rifle team
which won the indoor champion
shin of the United States.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
Bennett Pleads Guilty and
Gets Indeterminate Sentence

George Bennett, former reporter
on the Daily News and selt-styled
war correspondent from over
there" who it is alleged has victim
lied various individuals and firms
from Omaha to the Pacific coast by
cashing worthless checks, pleaded
guilty to forgery charge before
Judge Redick in criminal court Mon
day and was sentenced to from | to
20 years at hard labor III the peni-
Tertiary. The specific charge was
that he forged check on the Street
Publishing company of Chicago for
$S5 and obtained the money i'll
Omaha.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
City Council Refuses
To Vacate the Strip
On Seventh Street

For the fourth time within five
years the city council has refused
to vacate a strip on Seventh street,
Dorcas to Cedar street.
This street is 100 feet wide. D,
{. Patterson owns two-toot strips
on both sides of Seventh street, 90
feet from the Dorcas street corners.
Protestants against the narrowing
of the street told city commission
ers that when Mr.. Patterson sold
the corner lots he retained two-foot
strips without good or sufficient
reason. They allege that Patterson
wants to have the street narrowed
so that his two-foot strips will be-
come 22-fOot corner lots.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
Employees Organize
Court House Drive;
Mass Meeting Held

The Fourth Liberty loan drive
among the employees of the court
house was started by a big mass
meeting on the steps in front of the
building, at which A. S. Richie de-
livered an informal heart
talk to the several score men and
women present.
1t was hoped that the court house
could raise the 100 per cent flag
over the building after one days
solicitation and for the purpose OF
doing this committee was appoint
ed to canvass the building.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
Idaho Lawyer Appears
Here in KerrS Case

{. NJ. McFarlan, attorney from
Occur d'Alene, Idaho, appeared at
the federal building to file demur-
rer in the case OF Thomas T. kerl,
wealthy citizen of that place. and
Oakland, Neb., who was recently in
dicted in the federal court here I'M
der the espionage act.
Kerl was recently taken in charge
1t Couer dAlene and gave bond to
appear before the court here. He is
one OF Nebraska's largest land
owners, most of which is in Bur,
county.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
Cohn Wants Stenographers
and Sheet Metal Workers

Harry Cohn, in charge of the gov
eminent employment bureau at lllS
Farnam street, has sent an IS. O..
S" for three stenographers, two fe-
male and one male. Harry says the
wages are big and the work is es-
sential to war work He also has a
call for Is sheet metal workers for
Nitro, w. Va. plants.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
Zimman Recommends
Aboishing Gas Lights
As City Saving Move

City Commissioner Zimman told
the city council committee of the
whole that in his opinion the city
should abolish the gas street lamps
and substitute electric lights. He as
serted that 1900 electric lights
could be maintained for the present
cost OF $40 gas lights and the city
would receive better service.
They don't burn" stated Com
missioner IRE, referring to the gas
lamps.
Mr.. Zimman stated that the gas
lamps cost $50 each last year. but
would not cost that much this year,
Mayor Smith offered figures which
indicated that Mr. Zimman was high
in his amounts. City commissioners
will inspect gas lamps tonight.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
Girl Who Married Before
Ace Now Asks Divorce

Danny Cupid has played youth
another cruel trick. At least this is
true in the case of Clara Gillette,
who was married to Joseph M. Gil
lotte before she was l8 years old
and he not over II. She is now
seeking a divorce.
Mrs. Gillette alleges that soon
after her marriage to the youthful
lover on January 5, 1918, Joe be-
came abusive on various occasions,
packed up and left the newly
made home. Mrs. Gillette alleges
that during the interim she was
forced to earn her own living.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
Corn Averages so Per Cent;
Winter Wheat Needs Rain

A supplemental crop report for
the week ending last Saturday is
sued by the Burlington that the Ne
braska corn crop has matured 1t is
estimated that compared with the
average of former years, the crop
will be about 50 per cent.
The sowing of winter wheat has
progressed all over the state, but on
account of dry weather the grain
is going to get poor start.
Rains last week, while not heavy,
ranging from one-fourth to one and
one-half inch of precipitation, were
fairly we'll distributed.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
Funeral of Clyde Osborn
is To Be Held on Tuesday

The body of Clyde S. Osborn, who
died at the Great Lakes Naval train
ing station, arrived in Omaha, and
the funeral will be held Tuesday at
the home of his brother, D. H. Os-
born, 1882 South Fifteenth street.
The soldiers and sailors welfare
committee of the Chamber OF Com
merce will assist.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
Son of Chief of Police
is III at Camp Custer

Chief of Police Eberstein has re-
ceived telegram stating that his
oldest son, Clyde, is seriously i'll at
Camp Custer, near Battle Creek,
Mich. The chief will leave tonight
TO visit his son.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
Jail Sentences Penalty for
Violation of Speed Law

Police Judge Madden is contin
uing to send speeders to Jail. George
Walker, AIS North Fifteenth street;
S. Salerno, 725 Pierce street, and NJ,
McDoud, were each sentenced to
five days in Jail Monday morning
Tor too much speed.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
Miss Hoye Stricken with
Case Of Spanish "FIu"

Minnie Hoye, 20l0 Oak street,
daughter Of Building Inspector
Hoye, has been severely stricken
With Spanish influenza.
Omaha daily bee., 1918-10-08
At Greatly Reduced Prices

White Bias Lawn Tape,
assorted sizes, a yard pieces,
each Sc.
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1918-04-10
personal

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& the Diamond Brand, Tor s 1cus fr1.i o. ..,-
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Take no other. fbiphesfers diamond Bsnud
tills are sold by Druggists every where,