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The Republican journal., 1918-12-26
The Y. M. C. A.
Needs Specialists.

Recognition of the self-sacrifice and
willingness to face death on the part of
men who put aside their businesses to
serve in the war zone, under fire if nee
essary, as Y. NJ C. A. workers is being
given by the Red Triangle organization
in the form of certificates of honorable
discharge to those volunteers who were
not sent overseas. In a statement an
nouncing this, the personnel division of
the National War Work Council, Y. M.
C. A., sets forth the particular need of
specialists instead of general hut secre-
taries, developed by the War Depart
ment's speed in returning the American
Expeditionary Forces. The statement
follows:
''The Young Mems Christian Associa-
ton as one of the larger organizations
that have been serving our military forces
overseas finds itself confronted, follow
ing cessation of nostilities, with the ne
cessity for a radical revision of it's pro-
gram. The character of much of the
work required under present conditions
is quite different from that called for
while men were entering, leaving or in
the trenches.
Immediately following the armistice
it was thought that largely increased
force would be needed, and call was
made for more men. Later, when the
return of the army from Great Britain
was put into effect Immediately, and the
early ,demohilization of the American
forces in France was begun, it was found
that entire classes of men heretofore
needed in considerable numbers by the
Y. M. C. A. would not be required.
''The 'Y' now has over 5000 workers
in France alone. Hereafter the require
ments will be limited to certain specialists
and experienced leaders, This change
of program will assist very materially in
conserving the gifts of the nation. Edu-
cational work will be largely increased
for the armies of occupation, and to an
even greater extent than before an all
around Red Triangle program will be
maintained. This will limit recruiting to
specialists.
"Many men, some of whom already had
reached New York on their way over
seas, have had to be returned to their
homes because the particular form of
work for which they were chosen will
not now be needed. They will add to the
number of men in every community dis
appointed because they did not get over
seas but entitled to equal honor with those
whose unselfsh and patriotic desire has
not been thwarted. All will receive certi-
ficates of honorable discharge in recogni-
ton of their patriotism"
The Republican journal., 1918-12-26
April 26, 1918.

April 26, 1913
Mr. E. B. Wheeler, Treas,
Belfast Water Company,
IA Beacon ST., Boston, Mass.
My Dear Mr.. Wheeler:
Referring to your recent co mmu-
nication regarding the Water Company
asking the city to take on part of the
expense, thereby reducing the present
rate to individuals, would say that the
same was considered at the last meeting
of the City Government and the PROPOSE
ton was not favorably acted upon. Our
people are not satisfied with the decision
given by the Public Utilities Commission,
that the present rates are in conformity
with those of other cities of similar con-
ditions, as the contract requires.
The writer has been exceedingly busy
with the Liberty Loan campaign and
other duties and has to apologize for the
delay in advising you of the decision of
the City Government.
Very Truly Yours,
C. w. WESCOTT,
Mayor.
The Republican journal., 1918-12-26
W. c. E. U. Convention

Waldo county was very well represent
ed at the recent State w. C. T.. u. con-
vention in Waterville. The meeting had
J been postponed because of influenza, .
and was shorter than usual. Reports
of war service departments were given
right of way. Some items from these
have from time to time been given in
The Journal. It seemed needful to raise
the subscription price of the State paper,
''The Star in The East" to thirty-five
cents. Nearly every one present promised
to seni new subscriber at the old rate
of twenty-five cents.
In giving the report of the paper, Mrs.
Gertrude Stevens Leavitt, editor, said
that twenty-five copies had recently
been ordered from Texas.
Two new life members were received,
and little Charles Chapman of Fairfield
was dedicated to temperance and allied
effort The State president tied the white
ribbon on his wrist and offered a brief
prayer.
The address of DR.. Sarah Sweet Wind
sor, head of the New England staff OF
women physicians representing the social
hygiene section of governmental war
work, was of great interest.
Nearly every county responded, when
County Presidents Hour" was called,
and several, among them Waldo, receiv-
ed beautiful picture of Mrs. L. M. N.
Stevens, in recognition of an increase IN
membership. Up to now the w. C. 7. U.
has had no "drives," although thousands
of dollars have been spent in war work
activities. Now, however, membership
drive is planned, and instructions will
soon be sent to each local union.
At the evening meeting welcomes were
given for the Waterville w. c. T. U. by
the mayor, and for the churches. c. E..
Owen of the Civic League spoke of the
great Anti-Saloon League convention in
Ohio; Mrs Beulah S. OXton, State Supt.
of Scientific Temperance Instruction in
Schools, spoke of her work; Mrs. Ruth E.
Walsh spoke on Our Young Peoples Col
lege Branch and Mrs. Gertrude S. Leavtt
on "What NeXt?" Mrs. Ruth E. Walsh,
Pres. of kennebec county, our new musi-
cal director, closed the evening by singing
Victory.
Mrs. A. G. Quimby of North Turner
was elected President, and granted "leave
of absence" for a portion of the year.
Mrs A. M. Bigney of Greenville was
elected Vice President at large. Miss l.
H. Stickney, for number of years Cor.
Secretary, was reelected. Miss Alice A.
Clough, long secretary to Mrs. H. j..
Bailey, was made Rec. Secretary, and
Mrs. Verna l.. johnson was chosen
Treasurer Mrs. S. A. Bates was elected
delegate from Waldo county to the next
national convention, and Mrs. Annie
Conant of Winterport, alternate.
A meeting of the national executive
committee was held in Evanston, ILL.,, at
the same time as this meeting in Water
vile. The next State convention is in
vited to Rockland. E. +. M.
The Republican journal., 1918-12-26
ANNA F. BIRD.

Anna F., wife of Jesse c. Bird, died
Dec. 22nd at their home at Saturday
Cove, Northport. She was born in
Marlboro, Mass, % years ago, the daugh-
ter of Thomas F. and Alice Mel. Gal
laaher. Her death resulted from pneu-
monia following influenza. She left two
children, one an infant. The remains
were taken Tuesday afternoon to Marl-
boro, where the funeral was held and the
interment will be made.
The Republican journal., 1918-12-26
rB4.EN q. ROBERTS

l4as -l Foberts died at the East
O. Name al Hospital in Bangor,
b .0 F..t fever. He was born
lss >- - 1880, the son of Free
.i- 4 --y tLarrabee) Roberts.
liaa was married to Miss
Inl -o.t Liberty, who survives with
u ..-.r. -..ene A. and Frank G.,
! t fiVed by his father and
-ai" -.. a-ahers and two sisters:
'1h .. llama, Pa; William w.
A. ss' rfeeman E. in France;
.-'Na Auburn; Mrs. Hattie M.
lIs aa- -r-e G. Goddard, both of
aIa~ lie ao- made his home in Ban
T -o. t.a pas We years, where he was
l9'T'i BIS ,-rniture mover, and had
9' !e's'eG q appointment as a mail
''r, d lac Bangor post office. His
'I'.4s "eI .raght to Belfast Wednes-
~ 'IgA 4e. 18th, and his funeral was
vi G.@ hs parent's home on Bridge
1''. i.l.s4aE afternoon at 2.3O, Rev.
:. u. As'.l1 If The Methodist church
u'ala2 The flowers were many and
''-'- d. iAa 5emains were placed in
v "l' 5Ai Will be buried in Grove
'-''V'F rs the spring. His bearers
W. 'ons Of Veterans, of which he was
'~''ly mtmber-Fred A. Seward,
''' u NebbeT and Albert Nickerson.
The Republican journal., 1918-12-26
MRS. JENNIE O. MOODY.

Mrs Jennie o. Moody died at her home
in Swanville Thursday, Dec. 10Th, after a
long illness following an operation about
two years ago. She was born in Carmel
in November, 1868, the daughter of Ma
thaniel and Eliza (Works) Parsons. She
lived in Belfast for several years. Her
husband Leon Moody and their son George
survive. The funeral was held at her
late home Saturday at p. m, Rev. Ar
thur E. Wilson of the Belfast Unitarian
church officiating.
The Republican journal., 1918-12-26
CHRISTMAS SERVICE IN
lUb br0rEDoM CHURCH

in these parts was held
sfvIce n.y. Freedom village last
% ''uS W. being what was called a
s't'l n'Een candle light service The 7,
tdd0l'' Illuminated by l25 candles
rh 'osows. wa on top of organ pipes
ID TiD' onIpit platform, and every
ps INC yos a chance to set them.
br' ,s'' .,ben lighted, with the green
on'''' ,b- Christmas decorations,
red .,s Of rare beauty The service
tns singing of Christmas
si'i'' and cid, by soloists, the
|pS pe' gol the congregation, and
E5'' w. eour OF good music seldom
as 'u ,nfry church. Mrs. Wini-
" SAMPSON presided at the organ
Do's e,eral numbers on the new
fnoS ..-,sce was enjoyed by the
~ rsuoa present which would
b [t5s ,D church had the roads been
)iF l'' .ol.-.5a. and also had Freedom
F''' not tsga elosed for the holidays
tal'''' g.-si. vas taken for the re-
! l''''' ..,c h windows and amount
'i'''a .n, l7.srs. Only seven dollars
! ,.,,ea to pay the bill on win
ta' n...,,..e, ware planned and carried
Ir Gr.6es, who also had charge
~. !. s.,oratioas 1t is planned to make
u, .oonaI affair of the Christmas sea-
r...tom oagregational church.
The Republican journal., 1918-12-26
Nov. IS, 1918.
NOV. Id, l9l
Hon. C. W. Wescott, Mayor.
Relfast, Maine.

| 4NONs AO3 1910
Hon. C. W. Wescott, Mayor.
Belfast, Maine.
NV Dear Sir: Reply to yours of May
3rd has beeu delayed through several
causes. We Judge from its reading that
the difference between the city and this
company are due to difference of inter-
pretation of the contract between US, OF
perhaps better, in its application. This
company certainly intends TO fulfill Its
every obligation; and our letter OF JAN
9th last to the Mayor and City Councils
had this fully in mind.
1t is not for US to discuss the decision
by the Public Utilities Commission upon
the Dorman petition, but we think the in
ference is plain that in its opinion, it con-
siders that there are no "other towns and
cities in Maine of the general size and
circumstances of Belfast and similarly
situated. If so, there are none with
which comparisons can properly be made,
with the result that this method of deter
mination is impracticable or unworkablei
and even if attempted, the contract re-
quires in making comparisons, that con-
sideration be given to the other elements
besides "size,'' all of which have their
bearing.
circumstances" and similarly stu
ated'' must take into account at the time
when rates may be in issue, all the ele-
ments of the problem of this company,
including among other things, investment
as related to population served, produc-
tivity of income per capita; whether OF
not any water must be pumped, and if SO,
to what elevation; the entire cost OF
operation, including filtration; whether
or not there is income from fire service
rendered, ETC., etc. these things we think
are beyond question.
But if you insist that circumstances,
ETC., are not material, may we not remind
YOU that there are quite number of places
in Maine where comparison on rates be-
ing charged would not be to our disad-
vantage, even with the increase we con-
template, should the city neglect to assume
a portion of the burden, as we have sug-
gested.
We beg to say, therefore, that unless
we are assured prior to December 18th
next of such action on the part of the
city, we propose to file new schedule of
rates effective January I, 1919, by which
the better to gain the increased income
essential to furnishing the proper service
thereafter.
1t would seem to be IN the mutual in
terest that this result be accomplished by
previous agreement, if we may; and to
inclined thus to meet us, about which we
hope to have your early advlces.
Very Truly Yours,
BELFAST WATER COMPANY,
Ebert Wheeler, Treasurer.
The Republican journal., 1918-12-26
lp,1NG v, CROKER

1,.t. afJ5.ng W. Crocker, son Of
.,1H, bennett Crocker, one OF
ln,pt' uast pFomlsing young men,
r." sUo1 over the whole town.
/ ,,s stroke. with influenza nearly
which developed into
4 r,, lie end came Sunday,
|. A. Na.t lie two months ago he
.,-.;. Miss Laura Blanchard of
1 4..ct eY. was also i'll with the
.s,. ... f. n.N covering. This is a
[~,,.,r. sad use, not only because ne
.... .ss-... ia life, but he being an
L. -- a.oN is a heavy one to
h h-- other, who did every
... H-r Ner to save the life so
l.. ..-.sr H.- if was not to be. The
..- .... ... bis late home Wednes-
l. rtnooa Hae 18th, Rev. Ashley A.
k,,A Au. Nr.. wh0 on Oct. 10Th per-
Esr- l.u MHaGe ceremony, spoke
rr, II aaa 20 The bereaved family
l. Irge ...+ rI friends who had gath
b. gas. ... 5,t tribute of respect to
E7to4 r hy all who knew him.
E;,a 1u.u of Brewer sang Rock of
liz ...- profusion of beautiful
Esrs s. trends, bearing their
Est Message .. 81 ympathy to the be-
mysI aa- le ment was in the fam
E| ab.5. De cemetery.
The Republican journal., 1918-12-26
Total, 5000
Received Payment,

It is the purpose of the City Council to
fully protect the inhabitants of the City.
A statement will be published next week
as to what course the City Council will
take and advise the people to follow.
The Republican journal., 1918-12-26
Dec. 10, 1915.
Hon. C. w. Wescott, Mayor,
RelfaSt Maine

Dec. IL, 1918.
Hon. C. w. Wescott, Mayor,
Belfast, Maine.
Dear Sir: We note your letter of the
14th inst, and very much regret that you
are unable to see the propriety of our
position. We are wholly unable to see
why the city and its inhabitants should
expect to be served by this company ex-
cept at fair cost thereof They do not
expect it of anything else they buy;-why
of water?
If, during the year we have now been
discussing the matter, we had been as
sisted toward conclusion that your
views are correct and workable, by hav-
ing our attention called to such cities and
towns in Maine as have rates which
should be determinative for Belfast, all
circumstances considered, you can be
assured we would have gwen every con-
sideration thereto, but we have no knowl-
edge of such places.
Itlmay not be material, but as reflect
in : the spirit in which difficulties similar
It. our own are being met in other cases,
we beg to inform you that the principal
power customers of some of the largest
electric utilities in New England have
consented to pay, and are paying, rates
materially in excess of those named in
their respective contracts with said utili
ties. We refer among others, to custom
ers of the New England Power Co. and
the Manchester IN. Ill., Traction, Light
& Power Co., and wish, if you are will
ing to inform yourself about this, you
would verify it by inquiry of said COM
panies. These customers, while beyond
doubt legally able to demand "the utter
most farthinQ" and "the last pound of
flesh," have without exception, as writer
is informed, and in this practical way,
come to the relief of the companies serv-
ing them. Is it too much to inquire if,
in similar spirit, we may not have like
consideration from you and your people3
In view of the situation, we are send
ing a circular letter to our customers,
setting forth the efforts made to reach
some agreement with the city, and ex-
planning the whole matter, as we under
stand it. If, after further consideration,
exceptions are taken to our action, and
complaint is made thereon, we can but
welcome having conclusions determined
by the appointed means.
Very Truly Yours,
BELFAST WATER COMPANY,
Elbert Wheeler, Treasurer.
The Republican journal., 1918-12-26
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1918.

earnings tn the stockholders of the Com
pany: that the City should have been and
should be supplied by aravitation from
Boyd Lake; and action should be taken
before the next State Leeislature to bring
this about.
Very truly yours,
C. w. Wescott, Mayor
The Republican journal., 1918-12-26

of the items to be considered in service to
the city in offset for taxes. We trust,
therefore, that the bill will be approved
for payment at an early date.
As to the method heretofore used for
flushing sewers by hose connections to
hydrants, we must ask that the city, as
early as is practicable, either install auto
matte flush tanks or such other means as
will more correctly enable US to deter
mine the amount of water being used.
Flush tanks would certainly produce
much better flushing results than the
present method.
We also regard the suggested change
as in the city's interest as affecting hy-
drant service, SO Objectionable is the
practice of opening hydrants in freezing
weather; besides which it would make
unnecessary the labor now involved in
men, and wear and tear of hose for such
flushing as has hitherto been done.
Very truly yours,
BELFAST WATER Co..
Ebert Wheeler, Treasurer
Dec. 18, 1918.
City of Belfast
To BELFAST WATER co.
Water for flushing sewers in 1916, $500
i" " 1" "19l8, 800
The Republican journal., 1918-12-26
WATER CONTROVERSY.


AS a controversy has again arisen be-
tween the citizens Of Belfast aud the Bel
last Water Company and the Water
Company has attempted to again
increase the rates as of January /,
1919, it is only right and proper that the
public should know of all correspondence
which has passed between the present
City Government and the Water Com
pany. The following are the letters in
full to date which deal with the situation:
March 26, 1918.
Hon. c. W. Wescott, Mayor,
Belfast, Maine,
Dear Sir: Our superintendent informs
us that letter sent to the Mayor under
date of Jan. 8, 1918, per copy herewith.
has not been turned over to you by the
last administration. The letter was sent
to the Mayor and copy thereof also to the
City Clerk, and the latter doubtless has
it. We shall be glad to have such con-
sheraton of the matter IS you may think
is proper. Yours truly,
BELFAST WATER COMPANY,
Elbert Wheeler, Treasurer.
The Republican journal., 1918-12-26
MAY l, 1918.
May l, IyI{
Hon. C. w. Wescott, Mayor,
Belfast, Maine.

hon. y. w w GSCOCl, MdyOI,
Belfast, Maine.
Dear Sir:
We note yours of April 26th, and beg to
inquire if we are to understand that the
City decides that any additional income
necessary to yield the reasonable return
upon the fair value Of the property of this
Company devoted to the water service of
Belfast and its inha habitants, to which we
may be entitled, must be realized only
from such increase in domestic or other
rates as may be allowed by the Public
Utilities Commission.
| We would suppose it to be in the inter-
est of all water consumers to have por-
lion of the burden borne by the City; but
if this is not the case. we would appreci-
ate as early advices thereon as is practi-
cable.
Yours truly,
BELFAST WATER Co..
Ebert Wheeler, Treas.
May 8. 1918.
Mr.. Ebert B. Wheeler, Treas,
BELFAST WATER Co.,
IA Beacon ST..
Boston, Mass
My dear Mr.. Wheeler:
In reply to yours of the 1st inst. the in
habitants of Belfast expect the Water
Company to abide by the terms of the
contract between the City and itself as
sustained in full by the States highest
Court, and the City Government will
insist that this be done. The Citizens of
Belfast are not at all in accord or satisfied
with the dismissal by the Public Utilities
Commission of the Citizens petition for
adjustment of rates, altho as yet no ap-
peal to the State Court has been token
therefrom.
The Commission in their comment
went hey ond their jurisdiction. The only
thing for them to decide upon was
whether the rates were or were not in
excess of those of other cities of similar
conditions as those of Belfast. The rest
was decided by the State Court.
The question of ''return on value of
property" forms no part of the contract
as lived under for over twenty years and
as interpreted and decided by the Court.
1t is much to be regretted that this
continued wrangline occurs. Either your
company should follow the conditions of
the contract, or quit the job, or reorganize
on profitable basis, as all other corpora
tions do under SINH ar circumstances.
Personally believe our water system
all wrong; that it is a misfortune to the
City, as well as perhaps pesatisfactory in
The Republican journal., 1918-12-26
STATEMENT OF SALE OF
War Savings Stamps
IN WALDO COUNTY

Fifteen towns have bought 100 per cent more of
he5 quota
Seven towns have bought approximately rs per cent
4 Of then 3uota
Belfast and two other towns have bought 80 per
veil Of their quota.
One town has bought Is per cent Of it's quota.
eet very confident that the towns with rs per
vii. OF letter will buy their full 100 per cent.
Belfast is to be in the 100 per cent class it will re-
e heroic effort the part of her citizens during the
'A week to see that $50. 100000 is sold.
ut amt the individual
Or the a 'ole
But the everlasting team work
OF bloomin' SOUL"
a VIII gve if she is to have it, Belfast 100 per cent
H. nnal statement will be published after the close of
% pagn to show the percentage of over-subscription
mus show the town that has the highest record for the
Nc u War Savings Stamps
o inS is the last opportunity to show the spirit of
hsH ousm. Let response be mighty one Will you
~ M L. SLUGG,
N Director fol- Waldo County.
The Republican journal., 1918-12-26
Dec. Is. 1918.

Hon. C. W. Wescott, Mayor,
Belfast, Maine.
Dear Sir:
We enclose bill for water furnished for
flushing sewers in the years 1916, 1917
and 1918, having overlooked forwarding
the same in each calendar year when they
should have been sent in regular course.
You will doubtless recall that the contract
does not include water for sewers as one
The Republican journal., 1918-12-26
January 8, 1918
The Mayor and City Council,
Belfast Maine

January 8, 1918
The Mayor and City Council,
Belfast, Maine.
Gentlemen: Presuming that you are
familiar with the recent case of Wilmer
j. Dorman ct ais, of Belfast, versus this
Company before the Public Utilities Com
mission, FC 1913, relative to the rates be-
ing charged for water supplied for do
mestic and other purposes, we beg to
inquire if it may not be deemed practic-
able and in the interest of the people of
Belfast to gain such an adjustment of all
rates and charges of this Company as
shall more equltably distribute the burden
thereof according to the several interests
involved.
The decision of the Commission in the
above case quite clearly outlines its view
of the procedure appropriate to gain such
adjustment as between the municipality
as a whole and its inhabitants for their
respective domestic supplies. Briefly, in
effect, it proposes that the City contribute
TO the sum total of income to which this
Company is entitled, a substantial amount
for the cost of fire protection (now al
most entirely borne by the customers of
this Company, and inferentially thereby
gain such decreased domestic rates as
shall reasonably result therefrom.
In the circular to our customers under
date of December %, 1916 (per copy here
with) which gave notice of the necessary
increase in rates. and which put into eff
feet, led up to said decision by the Com
mission, we said:
at is hoped that a further portion of
the reasonable return our due may be
realized through arrangement with the
City for hydrant and sewer service, in
order that it may thus bear, in its munich
pal capacity, its approximate portion of
the burden which otherwise devolves
upon only those who are customers of
this Company.
This is still our hope; and to this end
we shall be glad to cooperate with the
City towards the result suggested by the
Commission; and if unable readily to
thus agree upon such distribution, would
suggest that the matter be referred to the
Commission for it's decision thereon.
May we not ask that the matter be
brought to the attention of the people of
Belfast, with view to as early action
thereon as may be practicable?
Very respectfully,
BELFAST WATER COMPANY,
Ebert Weeeler, Treasurer.