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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05
The Next World, or This?
Boston TranScriptl


Rev. Paul Revere Frothingham's
caution against the ouija board is
timely-for those who need a warn
ing on the subject. However, the lit
tie instrument itself is innocent. It
is not the ouija board, but the nerv-
Gus relisio- philosophic unrest and
eageraess for "a sign" INDUCED by
the tragedies Of the war, together
with an undesirable tendency to for
get the duties Of this world in an ex-
cessive interest in another. which has
unsettled SO many minds. A lead
pencil will work the mischief Of I'M
settlement, in cases where minds are
already unbalanced or we'll nigh 20.
as quickly as anything else. And
there has probably been az much
mental and spiritual unsettlemept as
the result Of the reading Of books as
from personal experimentation. A
foolish and false hook may carry
great prestige. especially when writ
ten by man famed in science or lit
erature. And It is even probable
that much Of the wonder and specu-
lation induced by this food of psychic
literature has been quite dispeiled by
personal experimentation. which In
most cases still leads to utter unbe-
lief in the genuineness Of the psychic
phenomena.
Dr. rockingham tells DIE solemn
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05
An Artieuiate Vice President.

Vice President Marshall's expected
decision to cut loose from his party
and ask to be sent as delegate at
large from Indiana to the Democratic
national convention is something of u
bomb thrown into the camp. Vice
Presidents are not expected to do
things like that. They are expected
70 be orthodox ornaments Of their
chiefs. and as such TO be like old
fashioned children, seen and rot
heard
1t is limited in Washington that
As. Marshall has not been wholly in
sympathy with the entire policy Of
the administration and furthermore
that he 10 not enlisted under the ban
ner Of Mr.. Bryan. His purpose in
wishing to Be independent at the
convention is to exert such influence
as he may toward the adoption Of a
platform Of couservsGsn in the
Democratic party. He will emphasize
law and order" which has been max
Ing such a hit since introduced By
Governor Coolidge, and he will urge
the need for . sound respect for de-
cisions Of the courts. He sees a seri-
Gus line Of possibilities in the DISPOSE
ton to override the courts for the In
terests Of certain classes and believes
that the courts representing the re-
public should have drst allegiance, in
case Of choice between court or class.
The Vice President evidently thinks
the country has about reached the
limit OF what it will stand for in the
way Of socialistic schemes and cater
ing to particular class interests. He
sees the leaders OF his party hesitat-
ing between opportunism and duty
and wondering where the most votes
can be found. But he sees further,
: that II the Democratic party Is to be
patched up and salvaged somebody
has got to get his coat OF and do q
lot Of clearing away Of accumulated
debris before the repairing starts.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05
Editors Letter Box
Would Extend the Principle.
Waterville. Me-. Jan. g. 1s.u

WaterviIle. Me-, Jan. g. 1920.
Editor Of The Kennebec journal:
i was very much pleased to reaa
your editorial ON the third term
proposition for Governor. IN th's
mornings issue. Coming from one
who like myself. has been consistent
supporter Of Carl E. Milliken. as
candidate, as well as great admi'er
Of his executive ability as Governor
your editorial cannot be construed a.
q criticism Of him as man. or OF ms
stewardship as Governor. 1t is the
principle involved only and you nave
so tersely stated the opinion OF thou
sands of his admirers throughout the
State. that it is not necessary for me
to attempt to add to or take from. but
simply to express my appreciation OF
your placing this matter before the
public.
However, / do wish to say that
believe the same principle is involved
In some OF our county officers. and
have in mind now the candidacy OF
Sheriff Harwood for a third term. AS
far as know. Mr.. Harwocd has filed
this Office very acceptably for the
past three years. Consequently l
have no criticism whatever to offer Of
him. either as man or as an officer,
but do not think 1t is just to other
sections of the county, or good poll
tics. or good business. that he be
pushed for a third term. by coterie
Of politicians. for the purpose of
building up machine for their own
advancement. as any machine thus
built, is sure to become top.heavy
and when it tumbles it is bound to
work great harm to all concerned. \
Yours truly.
L. G. BUNKER.
eve do not think the editorial re-
ferred to. respecting a departure from
custom In gubernatoriai politics, is
applicable to county officials who are
not departing from custom. Terms
Of service in county affairs have not
been regarded in the same light as
have the terms Of the States execu-
tive.-Editor)
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05
RECOGNITION Of Conditions

In view OF the spirit Of grab shown
by the European parties to the peace
conference it i'll behooves any OF them
to criticize the United States tor re-
iuctance to extend them all the credit
desired; nor, for that matter. has
Europe any good ground for com
plant at the delay on our part in
handling the peace treaty. We may
well blame ourselves for this, but
Great Britain with her acquisitions Of
German territory IN Africa, terri
tory as large as that part Of the Unit
ed States. except Alabama ard Flor
ida. lying east Of the Appala ch!ans,
best be mild in he. protests.
Vtscount Grey. than whom no Eng
iishMan is thought to have clearer
political vision, not only sees this but
Is frank to admit it. His statesman
like attitude affords confidence when
confidence is sadly needed.
He recognizes our reluctance to
break away from the traditions Of
aloofness from foreign qua1yels: be
sees that the struggle between the
executive ard the legislative bran
ohes is TO: wholly political. that there
is division. Of authority and re-
.nonsibi.ity and ne tells his people
ihis ciesrly ard justly. He adds. re-
spe-ti-s the Ssa4tes attitude. that
Ills refusal 20 ra.ify ,he treaty can
Tot expos Itself or the country 10 =
starEe.ot bad faith OF reputation"
Fl. acllo. lcdgts the advantage in
having - IL tho League Is 80 gTea,
that II Is worth while 20 have i. or
elncst any terms. There is unmis-
txkable~i csire or the part Of this
gres. Ergl,sln.an 70 clear away the
non.essentiais and the petty causes
Of friction and bitterness. moreover
he spsal.s as one who believes in the
League and il us.
His words are having effect on both
eieee OF the ocean and reveal on the
part Of the clear thinking leaders of
English and European thought dis
position 10 be ancnable to reason and
the requirements Of conditions which
Cur President will do well to heed
They realize. II he doesn't that the
decision respecting the affair isn't
and never has been wholly in his
hands To continue the assumption
longer will be good neither for him
nor for the country.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05
Editorial Comment
Begin at Home

W GteTSllle SentlUelb
Almost every day some head of a
department in Washington makes a
speech or issues a statement calling
upon the people for thrift and econ
emy. But this seems to be strictly
for foreign consumption" for it has
no appreciable effect at Washington.
a heap of money could be saved if
some of the advice SO freely given to
other people could be applied to I'm
Gle Sans business. More could be
saved in a day in Washington alone
than all over the country In a thrift
week" if proper methods could only
be used.
When those officials have put their
own departments on a pure business
basis, eliminating all the waste and
slack motion. their advice to others
regarding thrift and saving will have
much more value.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05
HOW TO CHECK
NEURAs1nENIi

NeuTasthenia is condition OF
nervous exhaustion and It is caused
by the excessive expenditure Of nerv-
Gus energy without proper rest
Grip, indigestion. rheumatism, severe
shocks. intense anxiety or grief are
contributing causes. Victims OF neu-
rasthenia experience extreme nerv-
BUSINESS bordering on hysteria. imag-
mary troubles are worried over and
blamed on others, sleep is dtful, the
appetite is variable and the victim is
subject to indigestion.
Every sufferer from neurasthenia
will be interested to learn how one
woman conquered the disease. Mrs.
Grace F. Cole. who lives at No. 81
Academy street, Rochester. N. H..
when seen recently at her home. ex-
pressed a desire to tell others about
her experience because she is sure
that il her advice is followed a great
deal Of suffering will be spared.
Il can hardly bear, even now to
think back on my suffering OF a few
months ago." said Mrs. Cole. II was
so nervous then that the least excite
ment upset me. a sudden noise set
my nerves on edge, and sometimes,
when ! vas greatly depressed, I I'M
agined things that seemed so real
that began to tremble all over. Ny
appetite was poor and had attacks
of indigestion. / had backaches and
violent headaches and became ex-
hausted after slight effort.
A friend of mine had tried DR.
Williams Pink Pills with success and
! shc urged me to give the pills a trial
! ! N2s looming pretty discouraged by
F.. ti3.s time because nothing had helped
!n". procured a box Of DR.. vii.
Hams Fink Pills and there was a
marked Improvement in my condition
! il It little over a week. I continued
: taking them until became free from
hcadnche. indigestion or nervousness
i no longer have spells of depression
All signs Of neurasthenia have lef,
me and feel as well as ever"
| The remedy that restored Mrs. Cole
| to health will bring strength to weak
nerves and color to pale cheeks. DR.
4, Williams Pink Pills have been a bles-
sing to thousands Of nervous, thin
blooded men and women who have
found in them the means to new vigoi
and vitality. These blood making
pills are a nerve tonic because they
give to the blood the elements thai
the nerves need. The tonic treatment
of nervous disorders, 80 successful il
many obstinate cases. is fully de.
scribed in the free booklet. Disease:
of the Nervous System" Write fol
a copy today.
Your own druggist can supply vol
with DR.. Williams Pink Pills or the!
will be sent by mail. postpaid. on re.
ceipt of price. 80 cents per box. Writ,
the DR.. Williams Medicine Co., Schen
ectady, y. Y.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

truth when he says that what w
need today IN this matter y not -
element. but self control; tnas II =
stili this world. rather than the heAe'
which demands our everyday attsn-
ton. The proper corrective OF UNIQUE
or unbalanced interest in psycn'c
matters 10 q prompt and earnest COZ.
Germ for the physical well being o.
this material and all-too- hvmae
world about ". We do not Know
much about our neighbors Of the otn-
or world, but we can always MAKE
the acquaintance of. and be OF friend
ly service to. our neighbors OF TINS
world. r.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

II the Chicago judge does rule that
trousers are vehicles then the trouble
will start. A man carried a bottle OF
liquor to a cabaret out there in the
windy city and concocted highballs
Tor himself and his three friends. He
was arrested and the Federal agents
maintain that his trousers from the
pocket Of which he took the TASK
come under the meaning Of vehicle in
the dry law. II trousers are ruled to
be vehicles we wish more shade to
the shady paths in the parks where
wave the signs in the hot summer
breezes For pedestrians only. No
vehicles allowed"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

Bolshevism recruits, sustains and
fights its big armies BY taking the
property Of others and bestowing so
much as 1t must among it's soldiers.
after the traditional methods Of brig
ands. Now the civilized part Of the
world-for what money there may be
il it-proposes to sell them what
they can't steal.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

One man has been discovered who
doesn't want to be the next presi-
dent. He is Samuel Adams Of Chi
cago vino announces his candidacy
for the Republican nomination for
lxice president. That helps some
Now lets have some more who are
willing to speak up as Samuel has
done.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05
SOUTH CHINA

The funeral services of Irving Far
rington we're held at the home Sun
day afternoon. conducted by Rev.
Perry d. Macy. "A very large number
were in attendance and there were
many beautiful floral tributes. In
the death of Mr.. burlington China
Grange loses an official who was
ready at all times to do his share in
helping the work along.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

There is little doubt but the armies
Of Lenin & Trotsky Co., unlimited.
are trained and led by German Of
ficers. If those German officers re-
tain their habits of arrogance there
is possibility they will yet get their
deserts.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05
Our Own Limerick Fever

There was young man with snee'
Went out In a chill winter brceze
lie wanted some whiskey
ut thought it too risky
Now finish the rest of this wheeze
II made him hot by the collar
And be put up big holler
There was no booze to get
So why worry and fret.
Next. Now tell lie that's taller.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05
She SayS:

A young fellow from New York
who has been here for some time, be-
Ing employed here, went last week to
his home. When he arrived he hired
. little boy. of which there are many
shouting for such job. to carry his
suitcase. On the way the small boy
looked up at his patron, who is a tall
fellow, and said, Say, mister. II wux
as big as yous. I'd lug me own suit
case"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

\ correspondent writes: When We
note the rise in prices Of oil and gas
We understand very we'll how our old
friend. John d.. can give millions to
humanity" This explains why he
can give but not why he does give.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05
Wednesday, February 4, 1870.

ANY man who tries to excite class
hstvsd, seetiona! hatred, hate OF
ereeds, any kind Of hatred in our
community is in the long
run with absolute certainty that
ciass's own worst enemy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05
Maine Gossip
In the Good Old Golden Past

When fathers pa was just boy and
whiskers were in style,
Expenditures were rather low. and
nickels we: . a mile.
Fathers pa. he used to say. that when
our Congress met,
The least they ever thought about was
running into debt.
Our public bills were rather small. and
I've heard mother say.
That fathers pa had often said they
met 'em any way.
" en- someone wanted that for this,
and others this for that,
Our Congress used to compromise and
make il tit for tat.
But things have changed since fathers
pr made merry on a dime.
a dollar looks like thirty cents, and
smaller, half the time. IA
Appropriations run amuck, with taxes
near the sky,
And il were going to stop at all, it's up
to you and /.
Write your Congressman a letter, and
try to show him how
You've been roofing for the Budget
Come on and do it now!
-..ie budget.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

Three hundred and sixty million
dollars is the estimate Of deficit. the
difference between operating cost and
income of the railroads, during the
past year of Government manage
meut. Tic Government has neither
increased rates nor provided equip
mcnt Cor the needs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

They sprinkle whiteWash over the
top of u load Of coal in China to pre-
vent theft. If any Of the load Is re-
moved the black space opened up is
seen at once. Hint TO purchasers in
America.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

A billion and a half spent in guard
ing the Mexican border in the past
Ave years, il is said. Wonder II this
includes the postage and the cost of
committee investigations.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05
A Deferred Valentine
InA 49,

The Senate in New Jersey has rati-
fed the Federal suffrage amendment
by a vote Of Is to and the House
has voted against referring all pro-
posed amendments to a referendum.
but the prospect that SO states will
have ratified the amendment before
the anniversary of Susan B. An
thongs birthday. February Is, thus
giving the vote to all the women for
a valentine. is not encouraging.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

In such weather as We have just
survived. who wonders that the rural
mail carriers, now resigning by scores
have got cold feet?-Boston Herald.
The Government should immedi-
ately establish department on chill
blains
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

Think Of Bill Hohenzollern. the
craven. being described by an ardent
German as: "the incarnation Of our
pride and hope" rather think Of the
boob" who said it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05
Answers to Yesterdays Questions

Answers to Yesterdays Questions
I. The tariff is schedule Of duties
charged Oh the Importation Of mer-
chandise into the country.
.. The two principal theories Of
tariff are. one for protective purposes
and the other for revenue only.
3. The protective tariff is adjusted
to foster the growth of home indus
tries and standards of wages and liv-
ing along with obtaining revenue.
The theory OF tariff for revenue
funds. in other words form Of tax
alton.
4. From the first tariff bill passed
By the first session of Congress the
policy of protection has been the rule
except for brief periods.
5. In general the Republican party
has been in favor of protection and
the Democrats have stood. for the
revenue tariff.
s. Reciprocity is the name given
to a policy whereby one country
agrees to reduce or remove the rates
on certain commodities in return for
like concessions from the other.
Z. The tariff commission was or.
gained as a board of experts to
study the tariff scientifically and
recommend adjustment of the rates
on the basis Of facts rather than pol
itics.
s. In 1913 the Underwood tariff
came into effect. reducing materially
the rates on many articles and vastly
increasing the free list. This tariff is
still in force.
9. The free list includes meats.
eggs, fish. potatoes conditionally, tea,
coffee and other food stuffs: wool,
leather, boots and shoes, lumber,
farm implements, steel in certain
forms. ores. kerosene and gasoline.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

There seems to have been at that
clothing conference for reduction in
prices some difficulty in keeping their
clothes on.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

A country authority sends the fol-
lowing conclusive lines:
"Candlemas day was dark and drear
Sign the spring will soon be here"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

After Bolshevism, what
query.
A. Mitchell Palmer. He said so
himself. Ergo.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

Governor Morrow in appointing
fifty- eight Kentucky colonies to his
staff evidently had in mind: what
shall the Morrow be?
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

Naval authorities Of the "On- shore
variety develop rather than spill bad
blood.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

The clothing interests are to CO.
operate with the department Of justice
but are to keep up the prices. News
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05
Hidden Hand Whispers

a correspondent of an English pay
recently INDUCED in this bull "Ss'
whisper Of the hidden hand re heard
was u an Easlish clergyman who !. :.
to his congregation: Brethren y ,.
muddy pool Of politics was the rock '
which split"? -Outlook.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

velopes coming from every which
where! Here's the process: A pile of
letters are placed on my desk 1 just
know Mira So and So had the supper
hash on the back of the stove AIRY
Ing while she was writing a few
words to me. Or why should her let
ter fairly reek in day -old. potato
hash smell and why would the paper
be greasy in spots big which I know
have spread from spots small? This
letter smells of camphor and the
pages are sewed together with No. so
white thread. Here 10 another en-
velope full OF gladness that smells
like carbonated medicated sick
room. Where are the perfumed
sheets Of yesterday?
The passing Of the high school
sweater! Will that ever come TO
pass? In Boston the high cost Of liv-
ing has banished the high school
sweater. The athletic boards find
that they spend large sums each year
for sweaters for four aud fine athletic
teams. Letters will be awarded Just
the same. Tho athletes may wear
the letters on their personal proper
ty. For the present pictures Of the
teams will be given the members
making their. letters. High school
sweaters-We all had them and many
Of US attll have them. Affection
school day romance. comfort and the
sheer adaptability Of the old things
make us feel as II we were embraced
BY an understanding friend when we
take it down from the hook beb;nd
the kitchen door. It's never out of
press and never out Of style and new
er out Of place.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

Hoover for president Of "Tcch."
sounds more probable.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

Business Is improving little. Give
II a chance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05
And So On

"Backus To the Rescue or Why
Sugar Soon Will be Plentiful" A
sweet serial which never fails to
thrill.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

Preveeation Was Great
Where 10 the biggest dam IN -
worid!" asked Willie.
do not know where il is n'W' j.
son. replied Nav. But it was II ',
cellar last night when your
dropped the only quart of whisky
had and broke it."-Cincinra,i Enqu'T
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1920-02-05

this is why the ground hog failed to
appear. He got peevcd at the way
the celebration fiivvered and refused
10 poke his nose out at all.