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The Pulaskian., 1918-10-11

:. < < :. z. :. Z. z. # <. :. .:. Z. s. z. " s :. OUR OWN POETS. z. ' ? q 2 @s r ss < i. < 3 ..s z, z. , I. TO A GIRL BABE WHOSE FATHER is SOMEWHERE IN FRANCE. Q great epitome of human life! Offspring of love and martial valorl
 Earth Is proud of theei From out the thun-
 dering strife, A nation sees in thee it's second
 birth. Thy mother, bending o'er thee, speaks the name Of him who bares his breast to bru- tal foe; In battles hell afar he. w'ns rame The world shall wear when peace fires softly glow. 0 grandest painting limned by Gods own handi Thine eyes outvie the glory of the
 stars! Thine untried feet on mankind's
 threshold stand, A guide from One who knows not wrongs and wars!
 Charles s. Blackburn.
The Pulaskian., 1918-10-11
SOUTHERN HOGS FOR CORN
 STATES.

We wish also to say to the hog rais- CTS of Pulaski County who were un- fortunate enough not to secure a suffi- cient yield of grain this summer to carry over their entire herd of hogs will welcome the work of the Office of Markets, Old State House, Little Rock, in securing a list of the buyers
 from the Corn Belt States who are willing to take Arkansas hogs as feed CTS. About one hundred and twenty five carloads of hogs will be bought by
The Pulaskian., 1918-10-11
KAISER BILLS BILL.

Kaiser Bill he had a bill, Twas quite bit too long; So General Foch with scissor lines Is clipping right along. Said Kaiser Bill to Umcle Sam. sIll try my bill on you" And so he poked his slimy beak At the Red, White and Blue We'll fix your beak, Old Kaiser Bill We'll give you inward pain; Until we're sure Old Kaiser Bill, You'll never peck again.
 Earl Brown.
The Pulaskian., 1918-10-11
DEATHS
I. c. Bennetson.

I. c. Bennetson, aged 92 years
 Saturday night in Washington n 0'ea where he had been since last Mo x. o' the Quartermaster,s Department m ot the Aviation Service. He-ba ho O1 expecting a military comroisss gsen soon. Until he left Little Rocs ,,p''pn pn had resided at 311 Cedar street D, ne laski Heights. He had been divisial U accountant of the Rock Island sia ,faOn 1908. He became a member of 4ss tS First Christian Church. Little poap ,,e four years ago. He is survived bv his wife and two small children. ages s 6 and 3 years. His funeral was 5sS ho,. Wednesday in Washington. The fan ~ fly are now residing at Riverdala . suburb of Washington.
The Pulaskian., 1918-10-11
Miss Mabel Paine.

Miss Mabel Paine, aged P, died at the family residence, 1105 Woodrow avenue, Pulaski Heights, at II o'clock Wednesday morning. She is survived by her mother, two brothers, Robert l.. and Charles ]. Paine of this city. Funeral services were held at the residence at Il o'clock Thursday morning by the Rev. B. F. Cato. Bur ia1 was at Oakland.
The Pulaskian., 1918-10-11
WooDLAWN HusTLERs.

During the past summer months 16S knitted garments were turned in to the Red Cross by the Woodlawn Hustlers. They also turned in 1,500 handkerchiefs, one knitted convales- cent robe, one box containing 227 garments for the French and Belgian refugees and large quantity of soap and taleum powder. This work is for the American fund for the French
The Pulaskian., 1918-10-11
LendiI AIvern pien,er

Lendil Alvern Diemer, the two-vear old daughter of MT and Mrs zact Diemer died Monday at the familr home at Sweet Home. The funara, was held at Pine Grove Chapel at 2 o'clock Tuesday, Rev. J. D. Fanlkner officiating. The burial was in Pine Grove Cemetery.
The Pulaskian., 1918-10-11

wounded. Mrs. I. N. Johnson is cap tain of the live organization. Meet ings are held Wednesday. An invita- tion is extended to all women on the Heights to join in the good work. Mrs. Johnson will be glad to give any desired information. Telephone Wood lawn 869.
The Pulaskian., 1918-10-11
Mrs. Sarah Bell Uanoston

Mrs. Sarah Bell Langston, aged 2s, died at the family home, 521 Valmar Tuesday morning of pneumonia. She is survived by her husband, a daugh- ter, Jessie, and her parents, Mr and Mrs. W. Dix of Hutchinson, Kans.
The Pulaskian., 1918-10-11
PREVENT ovERCRoWDlNG OF
 GROWING CHICKS.

Growing chicks should be looked af- ter very closely as overcrowding is Ii able to happen, owing to the fact that the chicks are getting larger and need more room.
 Failure to provide more room for
The Pulaskian., 1918-10-11
PULASKI HEIGHTS NEWS
For Sick Headache

Constipation, Indigestion. Sour Stom-- ach, Biliousness, Bloating, Gas, Coated Tongue, take the well known and mer- itorious
The Pulaskian., 1918-10-11
LOCAL AND PERSONAL

MT and Mrs. Guy Holland have a new son who arrived October 1st. His name is George.
 Lee H. Volkner purchased a build ing lot on the Heights last week from MT. and Mrs. W. T. Allison.
 Mrs. E. R. Bain of Denver, Colo, is visiting her parents, MT. and Mrs. |. s. Voorhies at 120 South Woodrow.
 MT. John Eakin has gone to Boston where in the Technical School he will be a student in Naval Aviation.
 MT. and Mrs. George Waller have a new daughter at their home, 603 North Palm, whose name is Emily Shepherd.
 Mrs. J. W. Grimet of St. Joe, Mo, who has been for the past ten weeks the guest of her daughter, Mrs. E. E. McIndoo, has returned to her home.
 The meeting of the Woodlawn Hust-
The Pulaskian., 1918-10-11

Chicago Board of Trade membership sold for $500, an advance of $500 from the last sale.
The Pulaskian., 1918-10-11
Mrs R.. ]. Parish.

Mrs. R. J. Parish, aged 24, died Wednesday morning at the family residence at Little Maumelle. She is survived by her husband
The Pulaskian., 1918-10-11

CT profits from the hog as well as en- richnent of their soils. Every farmer who keeps live stock of any kind should provide for them some kind of winter pasture. a
The Pulaskian., 1918-10-11
BONDS LIVER PILLS

One Small Pill at bedtime drives away the poisonous matter. They arg Small, Mild and Effective. 25c, All DruggIsts. Refase Subsidiaries
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-06-11
Is TO 20 DIVISIONS
Continued from Page Onel

our line and are pressing southwark
between Cuvilly and Thiescourt. The
fighting was Of the blodiest Cnarac-
ter, hand-to-hand over the ruins If
every village, hamlet and farm. The
enemy'S losses are extraordinarily
heavy, there having been this time
no surprise in the attack.
The enemy has from IS to 20 divisions
in his attacking line Behind this line
his reserves are ready to replace shat
tered divisions. We must reckon on i,
prolonged and desperate struggle, anu
may have to meet the shocks of Won
Hindenburgs disposable reserves before
the enemy breaks off.
Further losses of ground need not
discourage US. The enemy, instead of
sweeping on VIGOROUSLY as in the first
days of the Aisne battle. is advancing
painfully yard by yard paying the fun
price for every step. His main effort
for the moment is towards the Disc,
with the object Of turning the salient
we hold in his line with its apex at Pont
LEveaue, on the Disc. which comprise
Carlepont and Ourscamp forest in an
gle in the bend of the river"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-06-11
The Open Forum

Alfred ". Martin, who is to be the sneak
or on Wednesday evening at o'clock at the
'peh Forum TO be held at the Universalst
'hhr'h IS one OF the leading workers among
IN" ethical societies of America He is an
author aud speaker of marked ability and has
spoken frequently and with great accepta-
lllity al Forums in different parts Of the
country. Reports OF his work are very en-.
'hnsiastic and he draws crowded houses and
holds heir attention He is frequently
'sHed for return engagements His subjects
for Wednesday evening are to be "Iustiica-
ton for our part IN the war" touching uD-
on the oanses that led 10 our enterinr the
things that we are fighting for, the riChte.
BUSINESS Of cause and the Immediate
responsibility resting upon every American
- tins crisis, also the "Fallacies Of Pacif.
>n The fact ignored by pacifsts that the
real CRIME has been ignored, that resistance
y The essence Of the Golden Rule that his.
tory supports our resisting the wrong done
Ameri"a and the world by Germany and
that morality leaves no room at oil for any
thing at a" hut TO see the war through and
at IN! cost o. lives and money
George W. 'omsn who was to have been
! tie spoakrr. was unable 10 appear at this
time and has been promised for later meet
Ing
The New England Congress Of Forums is
Hnder'aS'nG a mighty campaign of patriot
T. meetings on the general theme OF The
War These meetings are held all over New
England circuit is arranged and speak
or covers the circuit. The forum has won
place IN our country as the Peoples Uni
vcrSlty and is considered to be one of the
great educational factors Of the day. 1t
knows no class or religious clique cir
cunt IN Maine has been arranged and a fine
list Of speakers assigned. There is no ad
mission fee The public are cordially invit
ed 20 attend any Forum Meeting held in any
community,
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en- underwear Making efforts 10 So
cure release of wool for manuf.ct,ra
~ coats, vests and trousers, but as to
underwear and socks, it does not 49,
pear practicable to try to procure a
supply during the present emergency
when all such supplies are needed IN
outfit the soldiers who are to 20
abroad.
- 1t is believed that with the
supply now on hand, properly con-
served ana saved for winter use. we
VIII De able to get through next win
Yer very comfortably. No further IS
sue OF wool socks or heavy Under
wear VIII be made. except in special
cases "here the members condition
IS such as to require the wool and
heavy garments.
o. "A close inspection will be made
VI t'ie several companies and hospital
aid an serviceable heavy garments
ma are not being used by members
Nih oe required to be returned to tie
uar'ermaster and exchanged for
'sn'. Inc cotton socks and light
s't underwear will be issued 70
meet all requirements.
oF authority of the President,
board OF Managers.
'slgned) c. w. WADSWORTH.
General Treasurer"
~ accordance with the above in
s'ructions a thorough inspection will
oe mace without delay of the Home
underwear in possession of the mem
oers IN your charge and the order
coiiiphed with. Members to take
'neif heavy underwear. with roster
cara 10 the Quartermaster's Dept. for
eahse' Company officer or
f,ospitai Steward will be present at
."e 'iiie. Any member making OBJ
Jectlohs because of his physical con-
oilion VIII be reported to Branch
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u. S. MARINES
lContinued from PAGE One


The Americans captured two minen-
werfere which are the largest pieces
yet taken by them.
II is expected that one will be sent
to Washington and the other to An
napolis.
Major Edward D. Cole, command
ing the machine gun battalion. cap
tured several German stragglers dur
ing the early stages of the attack.
Numerous machine guns. it is be-
lieved will be rounded up in the
woods.
The Ninth and 23rd Regiments of
infantry. comprising what is known
as the Syracuse briga de" hold the
ground on the right of the marines at
point on the front nearest Paris.
This is the second time the Syracuse
brigade has held the point on the
line nearest the capital, the former
occasion being at the offensive when
the allies were still falling back and
the 9th and 2Srd went il at Coulomb
for a short time. The 23rd machine
guns on June 6, while supporting the
attack by the marines.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-06-11
Theda Bara the Same Big Favorite.
Seen Again Today at johnson OPP
era House in BIG Feature

The Rose OF Blood is the title of the big
Fox feature at the Johnson Opera House to-
day, with the popular star. Theds Bara.
Miss Bara is probably one Of the best known
film stars today, and whyl Its the versatile
manner she displays in every character.
This feature is masterpiece and one no
movie fan should allow 10 pass up To-
morrow finds the same double bill as every
Wednesday and Thursday, two five reel fea-
lures and either would make q grand pro-
gram for any theatre. Prices always the
same. six and fifteen cents. Pauline Fred
erick will top the program for Friday and
Saturday at this theatre and the Boy Scout
picture No. will also be shown. Its a
regular Bargain Day for the little fellow as
well the grown-ups. Watch for William
Farnum in Les Miserables.' one of the
greatest pictures ever med.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-06-11
Fire Damage at Caribou May Reach
$780, OO==buSineSs Section and
Several Dwellings are DESTROYED

Caribou, Me, June 10.-F'ire which
wiped out the business section of this
town and destroyed several dwellings,
early today caused damage estimated at
more than 100000 The blaze, starting
in the kitchen of a restaurant, sprea /
rapidly. The burned buildings, which
included the Caribou House, were locat-
ed on three streets.
The fire was soon beyond the control
of the local fire department and help
was summoned from Presque Isle. Houl-
ton, Washburn and Fort Fairfield The
flames were checked only after several
hours Of hard fighting.
The cause of the fire is unknown.
The buildings burned. consisting Of
10 business blocks and two residences,
we're located on the east side of Main
street. the south side of High street
and the north and south sides of Water
street None of the churches, schools
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-06-11
NATIONAL HOME

Officer of the day, Capt. John
Turck.
Mrs. J. 3. Machle has gone to Bos-
ton to visit relatives and friends
William Z. Lathrop of Boston. late
L. S. Navy. has been taken 7. A. p,
awaiting admission.
Edward A. Sullivan has returned
from pass to Augusta to visit
friends.
Wilfred Langley has returned from
a furlough passed with relatives in
Boston.
Burroughs were granted Monday to
James H. Coombs to Waterville, Will
liam Walsh to Lewiston and Robert
Films to Boston.
The moving picture program FOR
Tuesday evening will be chapter
three of THE Son of Democracy !:
Ford Weekly and Charles Ray in The
Family Skeleton" five part Para
mount feature.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-06-11
CANAAN

One of the most enjoyable events
of this spring in Canaan was the
opening ball at Canaan hotel given
under the direction of j. +, Kane,
proprietor of that hosiery. Mr.. Kane
came here from Providence, r. l.,
several months ago and has pur-
chased the hotel property in this viii
lage which he has since been thor
oughly renovating. 1t was estimated
that at least 225 couples were in at
tendance. guests coming from Water
vile, Skowhegan, Fairfield. Pittsfield
and Hartland. Lyons orchestra of
Skowhegan furnished music for the
long program of dances in excellent
style. A delicious banquet of cold
meats, salads, etc. was served during
intermission. The grand march was
led by Mr.. and Mrs. George Maxfield.
The ball room was decorated in the
National colors. Beside Mr.. Max
field other floor managers we're Scott
Lord and Harry b. Harris, while the
aids were w. d. Burton d Hartland.
Harry w. Cool of P:ttsfield. Chester
Nelson Of Skowhegan, Perley Grant
Of Fairfield. Everett Pennell Of Chin
ton and Often Richardson of Benton.
Mr.. Kane will erect a fine large
garage on the hotel premises.
Canaan Grange Patrons are antici-
pating the entertaining of the Vet
Grams on Thursday. June 30.
John w. Boston has sid to Ida Z.
Mclaughlin his buildings v,c:i
about 26facres of land on the Clinton
road.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-06-11

or other public buildings was burned.
The principal loss, $4,000. was sustain
ed by Milton, Poland & Bishop, who's
three-story wooden block contained
their grocery store and meat market.
the Odd Fellows hall and offices. The
Caribou Clothing Co. and o. I. Pier
son & Co. clothiers, each sustained Il
loss of $4,000 and the Caribou Drug co
$4,000 Most of the business concerns
carried heavy stocks
insurance men were Of the opinion
that the losses might reach $4,000
Other buildings burned were the Rob
erts block in which were located the
municipal courtroom and the Western
Union office; the Hackett block and the
Oregon block
Whlle the fire spread through the mos,
thickty settled portion of the business
section of the three streets. it did not
extend to business places on New Swe-
- ana on or two other streets.
1t was understood that in most casa
the insurance carried would AVERAGE
about 50 per cent
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-06-11
BINGHAM

father NJ. T.. Curren of WateryiIIe
formerly of Madison, with Mrs.
Sarah A. Lawrence end o. J. Hill.
executors in the estate Of the late A.
+. Donigan. have sold to Royden V.
Brown the Donigan property on Main
and Whitney streets in this viiiase.
The Congregational Church Circle
VIII meet Wednesday afternoon with
Mrs. Maria Butler.
The annual meeting of the SIM.
shine Society will be held Thursday
afternoon at the home CT Mrs. Lephe
Preble
Forest Commissioner F.. n. CoIbv
OF this town and Augusta has COM
menced the setting out of IS 900 pine
and Norway spruce on the land
owned by Mrs. ]. Manchester HAYNES
of Augusta in Sandy Bay Township
near Jackman. The plan is UNDER
stood to be to do large amount OF
planting this year on the HAYNES es-
tate.
| George w. McClin,ick Of Bingham
mas transferred to Edgar E Nc
Clintick the property formerly owned
| by the Scion Lumber Co. here in
Guiding the buildings The consid-
GRAFTON named in the Geed was but
500. Another real estate deal was
the purchase by Ethel f. Robinson
of lot on the Colby plan in this
village, F. Fl. Colby and several
Bingham and Jackman men being
included in those making the sale.
Mrs. Arlie Dinsmore has boon
/ visiting in Waterville with relatives
since her return from Portland,
where she attended he Eastern Star
Grand Chapter.
The annual meeting Of Bingham
Lodge, F. and A. NJ. will be held June
%. with supper at s O'clock.
c. S. Stetson, J. j. Dearborn and
/ William r. Dresser, the State asses,
sors, with F. H. Sterling. clerks of the
| board. will he in session at the as
! SCISSORS office here June Goth at 9
o'clock A. NJ
The Daughters of the America n
Revolution met last Thursday after
noon at the home Of Mrs. Forrest r.
Colby. 1t was avery pleasant event
socially and a short program was en-
JOY GU. MIS-. AOlDN served rotreSn-
ments.
Mrs. Ida Nose Woodbury.. who will
speak Tuesday at the meeting Of the
Congregational ministers and Church
Association at New Portland. deliv-
cred the Baccalaureate sermon Sun
day evening before the graduating
class of Bingham High school. She
also delivered the morning sermon in
the Congregational church
+, Arrangements are being made for
the district meeting Of the Eebekahs
which will probably be held here next
week.
The War Relief Society met Friday
at the home of Mrs. Carrie Hilton
and the following officers were elect
ed: Chairman, Mrs. Edith Dinsmore:
vice chairman. Mrs. f. l.. GIBSON:
secretary and treasurer, Mrs. Mertie
! Cummings.
| Mrs. Roscoe Berry of Concord has
returned from hospital in Lewis
ton, where she had been receiving
treatment for appendicitis.
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ADJUSTMENTS
THE STRAND

Olive Thomas in "Indiscreet
Corinne," Gaumont News and Tri-
angle Comedy at the Strand for the
Last Time Today. Emmey Wehlen
in 1.-THE Shell Game" Adapted
from the Story Published in Satur-
day Evening Post Tomorrow.
Olive Thomas shines forth bril-
liantly in her clever imDersonation of
the heroine, which is enhanced by
her graceful dancing and physical
charms. While comedy reigns SUI
preme throughout the production.
there are a few artful touches OF
pathos which serve to balance the
humorous element nicely. such as
Corinnes return home and repudia-
ton by her parents, as well as the
final love scene with Fenwick. which
carries a pretty. sentimental appeal.
George Chesebro gives "a lively per-
Torrance in the millionaire role,
Joseph Bennett finds the part of the
Rocky Van Sandt well suited to his
abilities, and Josie Sedgwick and
Annette De Foe score q decided hit
! F'lorette.
The action is brisk and the play
well directed from start to finish.
The photography presents some OK
cellent specimens Of the cameras art.
including a wealth of artistic in
terors and some remarkably fine
outdoor views.
Picture theatregoers will find much
that is interesting in the Metro pic
ture, The Shell Game" starring
Emmy Wehlen. which will be shown
at the Strand Theatre beginning
Wednesday and Thursday. For those
who have read Kenneth l.. Roberts
Saturday Evening Post story, Good
Will and Almond Shells. Fourth
chapter of the Eagles Eye" and
Christie Comedy.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-06-11
Children's Day Program at M. e
Church

The following Childrens day progra m
was carried out at the Methodist Epis-
copal church Sunday, June 2:
Professional.
'America,' School
Prayer Rev. c, o. Perry
Welcome
Dorothy Turner and Ruth Sheppard
EXercise-"Niolets,'
Justena Harding. Ruth Sheppard an |
Elsie Burbank
Recitation, Augusta Eli;
Beautiful Summer"
State school girls
kecltauon, Dorothy Tria,
Observation-Disclosures"
Lois Buzzell. Dorothy Tris.
Recitation-'A Anchor of Life
James Fish
Song with chorus" Tweet, Tweet.''
Romayne Perry and six small! girls
Recitation-'Don't Be a Coward"
Justena Harding
Recitation-"The Cross Little Bird"
Perthena Miller
Motion song-'Daisies,
Ten small girls
ltecltauon, Irene McQuarrie
Recitation, Shirley Crockett
chorus" Happy ChildrenS Day.
State school girls
Reading-"A Message from the Marine"
Miss Hazel Lathe
Reading Sending a Mother to France"
Miss Hazel Luce
Song-"Be Good
Perthena Miller and Leech
Patriotic Drill.
Eight girls with Miss Hazel Lathe as
Columbia
S:&---::ag-"The Star Spangled Banner
Benedicton.
The church was prettily decorated
with cut flowers ported plants and wild
flowers
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ITALIANS USED
"SEA TANK" IN
RAID ON POLA

London, June lo.-According TO Vienna
newspapers received here. says the Cen
trail News correspondent at Amsterdam,
the Italians used sea tank" during
their last attack on Pola, Austria's ma
val base on the Adriatic. The boat was
40 feet long. six feet wide and pro-
PEELED by electricity
There is an endless rotary chain
around the vessel fitted with barbs
which cut nets and other obstacles like
the land tank. The vessel has two tor
pedo tubes"
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4 pleasant family reunion was held
at the residence Of Mr.. and Mrs. A
+. p. Collins on Sunday. June Q, it
lee ing Mrs Collins 50th birthday. lie
cream and cake was served. Among
those present were: Mr.. and Mrs.
John W. James and grandson Alfred
seymour. Mr.. and Mrs. John r.
James and family, all of Randolph;
Mr. and Mrs. W. r. Ames Of Farming
dale: Mr. and Mrs. Roy Harris and
family; Mr.. and Mrs. Bert Collins
and family. Many friends called dur
mg the day to extend congratula tons
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Silver Tea for Red Gross

The silver Tea" to be given at the
home of Mrs. Frank Wingate
Wednesday afternoon from 4 to is
for the benefit of the led Cross and
everybody is invited and urged to at
tend. This affair promises to be a
pleasant social occasion and all who
go will have the satisfaction of know
ing that the silver they leave will be
in worthy cause.
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Gardiner VS.. Cony

, On. wcdnesday at $50 O'Clock at Quimby
rrld Is toAoccur the game of the season,
Cony vs.. Gardiner Both teams have been
gong strong and Cony is coming down to
ayenge their Memorial day defeat if posi-
be While the Gardiner lads are not over
confident the, feel that they can hold their
own With their up river rivals. Given a
good day and Quimby Field should hold the
largest crowd of the season Everybody
out