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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1919-07-02
Meth0dists Celebrate
Advent Prohibition at
Centenary at Columbus

Columbus, o.. July with William
Jennings Bryan the principal speaker.
the advent of national prohibition was
celebrated at the Methodist centenary
exposition here today by upwards of
1900 people.
' Mr.. Bryan spoke twice to crowds that
overlooked the grandsta nd before the
oval and the coliseum.
A John Barleycorn" funeral process
sion headed a spectacular world out.
look parade" in the afternoon.
las wartime prohibition continues
until rehabilitation is completed" de-
cia-ed Mr. Bryan, and as we have vet
in the service more than a million ensr-
sency soldiers. the chances are many
to one that rehabilitation will not be
completed before constitutional prohi.
pltion begins. The longer the nation
is dry, the greater will be the Presi-
dents reluctance to reopen the grave
In which long suffering. but at last
aroused people. have buried mans
greatest enemy"
Centenary day will be celebrated to-
morrow with John r. Mott, head of
the Young Mems Christian Association.
as the principal speaker.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1919-07-02
Hub SHES At War Beer

Boston, July 1-Although the liquor
dealers who met today to consider
the question Of opening for the sale
of 2 ga per cent took no action, many
of those present advised against sell
ing the "near-beer" until the courts
had definitely decided whether this
can be done legally. Moreover it was
announced that the license for the
new years effective on Monday next,
to be issued by the Boston commits
sioners, would carry a clause to the
effect that the licenses would be in
valid unless the sale of ga per cent
beer was expressly authorized by the
Federal authorities.
Several saloons were open today
for the sale of ''near-beer" and tenn
perance drinks were sold over many
hotel bars. Samples of the "neer-
beer" contained only 21-hundredths
Of one per cent alcohol. according to
an ANALYSIS made by State Chemist
Walter L. Wedger. One dealer sold
out his entire supply before night.
Saloons that did an improvised busi-
ness in sole drinks were nearly de-
serted.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1919-07-02
MExICANS TOLD MURDERERS
CORRAL MUST Be PUNISHED

Washington. July 1.-Urgent rep
reservations have been made to the
Mexican government for the punish
ment of those responsible for the
murder of John w. Corrall, an Amer
lean citizen. the maltreatment OF his
wife and the attempted murder OF
his son at their ranch near Colonia.
q miles north Of Tampico. the state
department announced today. In"
structions have been sent to both the
American embassy at Mexico City
and the American consul at Tamp.co
to urge immediate capture and pun
ishment Of the perpetrators Of the
outrage and protection for other
Americans in the district.
Six days after the attack on the
Corrall family. the paymaster of the
Gulf Refining Co. an American con-
cern, was robbed Of $4,000 In gold
which he was taking to the oil neld
from Tdmpico. The paymaster, 1t
was learned. had notified the Mexi-
can authorities at Tampico, as re-
quired by law. Of the date and time
Of his departure. the amount of
money he was to take and the route
he would use in reaching the oil
fields. The territory through which
he passed is entirely controlled by
Carranza forces.
Other reports to the state depart
ment today said that on he day fol-
lowing he payroll robbery. soldiers
wearing the Carranza military uni
forms. raided the camp of the Ma
tional Oil Co. in the Panuco field.
near Tampice. and robbed all the
employees of their money, wa< hes
and jewelry.
State department officials were
plainly anxious today over the new
turn in the Mexican situation follow
ing long list of favors granted the
Carranza government. including the
turning over to Carranza at his ur-
gent request. Of complete telegraph
circuit from Laredo, Texas. to Juarez
and on to Nogales. Arizona This en-
abled the authorities in Mexico City
to keep in touch with the federal mil
tary commanders in the northern
part Of Mexico, as the Vilristas had
cut the linet between Chihuahua and
Juarez.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1919-07-02
Wide Open at Atlantic City

Atlantic City. N. j.. July i-.Prac-
tically every saloon in this lesnrt
was open today and dispensing liq-
uid refreshments of all kinds. Whis-
key, brandy. gin and any other sort
of liquor called for was served to
patrons.
The exceptions were the beach
front hotels. all but one of which
closed their barrooms. Wholesale
houses also were closed.
Mayor Bacharach said the question
Of liquor selling in Atlantic City was
entirely for the United States gov
eminent to decide. He declared he
would not interfere. The United
States government would be given
every courtesy and assistance, he
said. but the government must ini-
tate proceedings. The city would
not.
United States Commissioner Hen
ry w. Lewis declared he could do
nothing until Department of Justice
officials in Philadelphia instituted
proceedings. The Rev. Henry Merle
Mellen, chairman of the civic COM
mittee of the Ministerial Associa-
ton. denounced cafe proprietors who
today were selling any kind of liq-
uor called for. He said the Depart
ment of Justice had been asked to
send men here to obtain evidence
upon which every violator of the Fed
eral law would be arrested.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1919-07-02
TANKER SINKS
PORTLAND CRAFT
CREW ESCAPES

Portland. Ne.. July 1.-The Portland
schooner Topsail Girl. bound into port
after a successful sword fishing trip
which terminated at Boston yesterday,
and the tank steamer Texaco AS, which
was leaving for New York. were in
collision today in the main ship channel
between the breakwater and Spring
Point Light.
The schooner was beached on the
South Portland shore. where she sank In
shallow water with a large hole in her
port bow. She filed so rapidly Capt.
William johnson and his crew Of eight
men had no time to save their personal
effects. With the exception of Eugene
Burnham, who jumped from the rig.
ging to the deck of the steamer, they
jumped into the dories and got away
safely.
Efforts were to be made at once to
patch the hole and raise the vessel,
which registers 81 tons. The steamer
apparently little damaged. proceeded.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1919-07-02
Four u. S. Killed in
Attempted Rescue of
Comrades from Bolsheviki

Vladivostok, Wednesday. June a,-
ASSOCIATED Press)-An American Of
ncer and three enlisted men were
killed and two wounded near the
suchan Mines on June % when the
Americans pursued Bolsheviki who
had surprised and captured an officer
and four enlisted men while they
were fishing.
Entering Nivitskaya. bordering on
the mines. the Americans sent a de.
tachment Of ten to demand the re-
lease Of the men. The Americans
were ired upon and a fight followed.
AS result the Bolsheviki were
driven out but they carried the
prisoners on to Frolovka village.
Reinforcements instructed to take
immediate energetic measures to re-
gain the captured men were sent
out. In several places there have
been scenes Of unrest, but the Am,
orleans heretofore have not been mo-
Tested.
Two stations on the Suchan rail.
road were blown up on June % and
two Chinese swsse killed. On June
q. q train 6tSN1id by Americans
and Japaneee wass1na upon.
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G. o. p. LEADERS
Continued from Page One)

negotiated with Germany. Legisla'
ton for more strict enforcement o.
wartime prohibition also is to Be
taken up Immediately upon recon
vening.
The House IN accepting the confer.
ence report On the Sundry Civil bill
approved the Senate increase Of ap'
preparations for the United States
employment service from 100000 to
the House total. to 100000 which was
noted by the Senate.
Mr. Mondell in a statement insert
ed In the Congressional Record just
before adjournment. declared there
had been saving Of approximately
100000 in the six great supply
bills, which were passed In the spe'
citl session OF the 66th Congress a.
compared with the amounts carried
by the same bills which failed in the
closing hours of the 65th Congress
and q saving Of $450, 200, 900 on the
railroad deficiency bill as compared
with the estimate Of the railroad cd.
m1nistraton or a total reduction OF
$l.zS0. 100000. Mr.. Mondell said the
principal saving other than the re-
duction in the railroad fund request
were ss4s. ooo. 900 in the army appro-
pr1ation bill. s211. DOT. 900 in the naval
APPROX ration bill and $247, 900. 900 in
the Sundry Civil appropriation bill
Pointing on: that Congress had
ceen in session 80 DAYS. Mr.. Mondell
SAID that in addition to the reduc.
ton Congress had adopted the wo-
man suffrage resolution, repealed the
daylight Saving law. passed the bill
ending wire control ana a bill ap.
propriating 5000. 900 for th. rehabil-
itation Of disabled soldiers and sail.
ors. He also pointed out that the ju.
oiciary committee had reported les.
islation for enforcing wartime and
constitutional prohibition and an.
nounced that a. soon as the House
convenes on July 8 this lesfsla,ws
would be given immediate considers
ton.
The record mp TO date is all thst
can Do hoped for Of expected" con-
ciuded Mr.. MondeiI's statement. The
members win return from their brisl
vacation prepared to carry forwsd .
pogram Of constructive leg,sistion.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1919-07-02
N. Y. Saloons Warned

New York. July 1.-SaIoon keepers,
restaurateurs and hotel men who cell
2.7S per cent. beer and light wines
do SO at their own risk. they were
warned today by Assistant U. s. At.
torney Ben A. Matthews. In charge
of Federal criminal cases. when sew.
eral Of them called to ascertain their
exact status under war time prohi.
bition.
Mr.. Matthews said the authorities
Rad no intention Of arresttng men
for selling 2.75 per cent. beer and
light wines but that where invest.
gators obtained evidence against such
sellers 1t would be kept on ME. Later.
IL the courts determine that 2.75 Per
cent. beverages are Intoxicating, the
sellers will be prosecuted.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1919-07-02
Canada Labor
Report Favors
Cause Workers

Ottawa, Ont, July 1-Unqualified
approval Of the right Of workmen to
organize. the principle Of collective
bargaining and an eight-hour work
ing day. coupled with far-reaching
recommendations as to changes IN
Canada's industrial system. are in
cluded in the majority report Of the
commission on industrial relations
which was presented to the House
Of Commons today.
The commission was appointed t,
investigate the causes of the in
dustrial unrest which spread through
Canada az an aftermath Of the war
and to make suggestions for a per-
manent improvement in the relations
between employers and employees.
The principal recommendations
made inthe majority report are:
Legislation for a maximum work.
day of eight hours. with a weekly
rest of not less than "a hours. a
minimum wage. especially for wo-
men, girls and unskilled labor: gov
eminent action to relieve unemploy-
ment through public works: restora-
ton of the fullest liberty of speech
and press and the establishment Of a
bureau for the promoting Of indus
trial councils to bring employers and
workers together.
Other recommendations call for an
inquiry by experts with q view to
early legislation in respect to pro-
portional representation in parlia-
ment and state insurance against
sickness, unemployment and old age.
The report says that many employ
ers agree with the workers as to the
need of a change in the basis of in
dustry but that there is difference
Of opinion as to methods and adds
that it can not be denied that trade
unions generally have brought many
soil advantages to workers in the
form Of increased wages, shorter
hours and improved working condi-
tons.
The International Trades Unions
are commended on the ground that
they insist on strict observation CT
agreements.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1919-07-02
Frisco Brewers Advised
to Continue Making 81 %

San Francisco, July The Brew
ers' Protective Association was ad-
vised by it's attorney tonight to re-
sumo at once the manufacture OF
beer containing not more than @76
DER cent. Of alcohol. The attorney
later announced that the brewers
would resume manufacture and sale
of beer of that alcoholic content to-
morrow.
The attorney declared that in the
event of interference of Justis War
dell, internal revenue collector Tor
this district, with manufacture OF
beer having low alcoholic content
application for a restraining order
against Wardell. dismissed without
prejudice" by Judge Sawtelle in the
Federal District court here today,
would be reinstated.
Judge Sawtelle ruled. In refusing
an order restraining United States
Attorney Adams from bringing Grim
inal proceedings in the event Of the
manufacture of beer containing less
than 2.75 per cent. of alcohol. that
a court of equity could not enjoin
a prosecuting officer.
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IL DEAD
Continued from Page ons)

An investigation by railroad and
federal officials is said to have de-
veloped the fact that the air controll-
ing the brakes on the Westerner was
cut of between the engine tender and
the first car of the train. although
it was tested in the Buffalo yards
an hour before the accident. The
finding of body, apparently that of
a tramp, wedged into the werck-
age back of the tender is the basis
for a theory that man stealing a
ride on the blind end of the baggage
car accidentally or deliberately turn
ed the cock. rendering the air brake
useless throughout the length of the
train.
1t is certain, railroad and civic Of
ficials agree. that the proper signals
were set against the Westerner and
that Number AIS flagmsn did all in
his power to warn the approaching
train of the danger ahead.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1919-07-02
TELEGRAPH BRIEFS

New Haven, July 1.-JameS p. Pig.
gott, representative in Congress from
1888 to 1885. died at his home here today
after a short illness. He was born in
New Haven in 1852, was a delegate to
the national Democratic conventions OF
1858 and 1900 and went to Congress from
the old Second Connecticut District.
st. Paul. Mimi. July 1.-The election
today of Oscar W. Keller. Independent
Republican. to Congress from the
Fourth Minnesota District was indica..
ed in returns received from 100 of the
40 precincts. Keller was leading Karl
W. Cummins. Republican. by 1900 votes
Richard D. O'Brien, Democrat. was
more than 1000 votes behind.
Boston, July 1.-William G. SHARP
president of the United States Smell
ing, Refining & Mining Co. since its
organization in 1906, died suddenly to-
day at his home in wenham. He was
born in Utah and was graduated from
the Rensselaer, Polytechnic Institute In
1879.
Burlington. VT. July IAN unex.
planned shortage of sugar has hit this
-~E ~ A0Ao tHol many SUITES nave
none on hand and a large number OF
families have been unable to obtain any
Several wholesale grocers say that they
have been unable to get their order,
filed by the refiners.
The Hague, July 1.-Prof ]. 4. Van
Hamel. the Dutch publicist and author.
ty On law. will become head of the lie.
gal department of the secretariat of the
League Of Nations. it was announced
today. Prof. Van Hamel is taking the
position at the request of Sir James
Eric Drummond. secretary-general Of
the league.
= Manchester. Eng. July THE cotton
employers Of, North Lancashire have
decided upon d general lockout com.
mencing tomorrow, unless the strikins
operatives return to work.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1919-07-02
MT. VERNON

Farmers in this locality have about
finished hoeins apd many have begun
haying.
Strawberries. both wild and cultivated
are in great abundance. Green peas are
in the market. and other summer vege.
tables are beginning to appear. Some
early potatoes are in blossom.
Rev. Mr.. Borden. pastor of the Bap.
fist church. baptized nine persons on
Sunday in Vienna pond.
Miss Jane Cults. formerly of Farm.
ington. but who is now engaged in
teaching in Birmingham. Pa. after Wis.,
iting In this town for few weeks, has
gone to Boston to attend the Harvard
summer school.
Thomas 8. Hopkins of Washington.
d. c.. who has been III at the home of
Ralph Cram. under the care Of a trained
nurse. 10 now able to be out Of doors for
a Few moments at a time
Quite large number Of summer yisi.
tor5 are arriving daily.
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PITTSFIELD

A big delegation Of the members Of
the Lakeside Lodge. I. o. o. F.. of
Etna paid a fraternal visit to Phlen-
toma Lodge of this town Monday
evening, making the trip in automo-
biles. The degree team from Etna
lodge conferred the First degree in
very impressive and praiseworthy
manner on one candidate for Phlen-
toma lodge and this lodge then con-
ferred the Second degree on two
candidates for Lakeside lodge. Fol-
lowing the degree work a banquet
was served and a social hour was en-
joyed.
Many friends were saddened Mon.
day by receiving the news of the sud
den death of Ernest Jewett. which
occurred at New Port Sunday morn
ing at the home of his sister, Mrs.
Florence Jewett Soper Mr.. Jewett
was born in West Pittsfield. When
the war began Mr.. Jewett was called
with other Young men and was enx-
lous to go, but was rejected when
he took his examinations. at Camp
DeVens on account Of weak heart
Later, however, he was sent to Geor-
gia, where he was stationed for a
time. but a second xam:nat ton to
enable him to go across resulted I'M
favorably and he received his honor.
able discharge and returned to New
port. A short time ago he suffered a
shock or the brain. which was the
cause OF his death. He leaves a
daughter, Phyllis Jewett Of Canaan.
father. Ephriam Jewer,, and a
sister, Blanche Jewett of Dixmont.
and a sister, Mrs. Florence SOBER of
Newport, besides numerous other
relatives. The funeral was hid at
Newport at the home Of his sister
tuesday Afternoon. and the remains
were brought to West Pittsfield Gem.
tery Tor interment in the family lot
The family has the sympathy NJ
many friends in its bereavement
Mrs. Charles Monk went to Lowell,
Lass, Tuesday morning, where she
was called by the serious illness Of
nee sister, Mrs. Joseph McEllman
VINO mas been an invalid for many
years.
Undertaken Frank M. Fairbanks
was in Unity Tuesday, where he had
charge OF the funeral of the late. r
G. Reynolds which occurred Sunday
Inere will be a Spiritualist meet
ing at lakewood Park on the shores
OF Unity Lake. Sunday, july c.b.
winfield Waldron of Halloween will
be the speaker Of the day. There
Will be lectures at 10 A. M. and AZ
r. M. which will be followed nv a
public seance. Good music will he
furnished and all are invited to come
and bring picnic lunch.
Attorney Harry r. Thurlourb re.
turned to Augusta Tuesday after
passing several days at his hcme IN
Somerset avenue.
Mr.. and Mrs. Wilder c. Humphrev
and daughter Margaret, accompanied
by Mr.. and Mrs. Ralph o. Files OF
Fairfield. are on an automobile trim
to Boston this week.
An all day meeting will be held NJ
Morrill, Pond. Sunday. July 9Th.
Services will be helc at 1890 and At
i.3o r. N. Good speakers and sing.
Ing will be provided for the meet.
ings. All are invited to come and
bring basket lunch.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1919-07-02
First Canadian
To Enlist in War
Becomes American

Boston, July Lieutenant Colonel
Percy A. Guthrie of the Mclean
Kilties. said to be the first man to
enlist for the war from Canada and
the recruiter in New England of
Americans of British blood for the
British army. took out his first nat
uralization papers today. on his 35th
birthday. He came from his former
residence in Fredericton, N. B.,
and will make his home in this city
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1919-07-02
Sustain Demurrer to
Indictment Against
Standard Brewery Raltimors

6aitimore' July Judge John e
Rose in the United States district court
mere today sustained the demurrer n
the indictment against the standa "a
brewery. Incorporated. which wa.
charged with manufacturing a cereal
beverage containing at least one.half
OF one per cent. Of alcohol"
Inc court ruled that beer having An
alcoholic content Of q per cent. could
be manufactured only at the risk ~
the brewer bending Anal decision Nv
the higher courts. :"
Inc case will be taken to the Unite,
e'.'es court OF appeals at Richmond
ana PROBABLY to the supreme court.
According to the ruling announced hy
District Attorney Dennis to the eject
toa1 tho sale OF wines. beers. etc., con.
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Sentence Those
Who Attacked
Allies in 1916

Athens. Monday. June 30-Court-
martial proceedings against the men
who organized the attacks against
the Allied forces here in December,
1916. have been concluded NJ. Mir.
courts. formerly mayor of Athens
and leader Of the Epistratt League;
Former Deputy Peonatzoglou and
Attorney Eslin have been sentenced
to death. Colonel constantinoplous
was sentenced to prison for ten
years; NJ. Iglessis. president of the
league. for five years, and General
Papeculos was acquitted.
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Miss Phelps Engagement Announce

Miss Phelps Engagement Announced
In Los Angeles. California, June
18th. an afternoon was given for
Miss Celeste Phelps at the home of
Mrs. Philip D. Wilson, a girlhood
friend of Mrs. Phelps. The house
was profusely decorated with lovely
flowers. When the guests had as
sembled, Miss Phelps appeared at
tired in quaint flowing satin gown
wearing a chantilly lace shawl. fas-
tened with a rare cameo brooch of
her grandfather. She carried a bas-
ket of tiny nosegays. from which
hung a dainty blue envelope tied
with pink ribbon, which contained a
patch for friendship quilt for each
guest. 1t also contained the cards
announcing the engagement of Miss
Celeste Phelps to DR.. Paul Thomas
Young. and the hostess presented a
bouquet to Miss Phelps il which was
hidden a diamond ring.
Miss Phelps is the daughter of Rev.
Or. and Mrs. Arthur S. Phelps. She
, was graduated from Huntington Hall
during DR.. Phelps eight years pas
torate of the Central Baptist church,
Los Angeles, and afterwards attend
ed Stanford University. At Stan
ford. Miss Phelps was a member of
the Alpha Phi Sorority. For the
| past year she has been visiting nu-
merous friends in California.
DR.. Paul Thomas Young was grad
uated from Occidental College in
| 1914, being a member of the College
Glee Club and prominent in musical
circles, and identified with other col
lege activities. and a member of the
Owl and Key fraternity. He studied
at Princeton University for two years
| taking the degree of A. NJ. in 1915,
specializing in philosophy and psy-
chology. He took a postgraduate
course at Cornell University and re-
ceived the degree of Phi. D. in 1918.
holding the Sage scholarship in psh-
chology. being elected to the Sigma
II and to the Phi Delta Kappa edu-
cational fraternity.
June 18th, the date Of the an
| nouncement is the wedding ami
versary of DR.. and Mrs. Phelps.
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Bronx Cocktails without
the ssKiclk" in New York

New York, July THE hrst noa.
alcohol Bronx cocktails passed over
the bars here today. They sold for
fifteen cents and contained non-al.
coholic gin. two kinds Of non.alco.
hoiic vermuth and orange bitters
mixed In the same proportions as the
genuine Bronx but minus the kick"
Many bars seemed to be FUNSTON.
ing al usual with the shelves stock.
ed with every variety Of bottled
goods known to drinkers. The bot.
ties, however. were all new and the
liquids they contained were Tabled
limitation" or non-alcoholic. The
seltzer siphon was as popular as q
town pump in Arazona.