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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30
Gangs

It's queer how these ROBBERS all get
into gangs" remarked Mr.. Smith,
looking up from his evening paper
How is that" asked his wife, look
ing up from the society page.
20, see here on the front page
how the Brown family's cook married
the owner of their apartment house"
he xplained.-Indianapo News.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30
Wished to Know

A wealthy farmer, intending to send
his son to college, wrote a letter 10
the Head Master of oxford Universi-
ty," in which he said: Please say
what are your terms for a year; and
will it cost anything extra if my son
learns to write good hand and spell
proper, as we'll as to row a boat?"-St.
Louis Post Dispatch.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30
Made With
Real Fruit

BOALS ROLLS are new form Of
laxative They are very efficient in
relieving constipation and allied dis
orders. Their taste is that of the
FRUIT with which they are made,
luscious, appealing. Children beg for
them. BOAL'S ROLLS gently and
effectively cleanse the whole intes-
final tract. Each Roll is an adult
dose, each a delicious mouthful. For
sale at all ggists-15 cents
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30
Wearing Out Clubs

He had just taken up golf. and after
playing week he went to buy some
new clubs.
did you break the ones I sold you
about week ago." asked the club
dealer.
mo, 7 didn't break any of EN-" was
the reply, but took so many shots
with 'em that they're worn OUT
Philadelphia Inquirer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30

Chairman Peacock's request that
local Republican caucuses next
spring make up their committees on
a basis of equality between the men
and the women and choose delegates
to the conventions on that basis is an
eminently sensible one There ap-
pears to be no good reason for ohjec-
ton and many for approval.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30
ion and many for approval.

Certain young women in Massa-
cfusetts appear to enjoy exceptional
advantages, one having been able to
borrow $4,000, or rather to sign
notes for that amount although said
to have received no compensation;
and another has $1,000 in notes in
the same bank and both claim to
have no assets
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30

Firing on funeral party at Bel
fast, Ireland, suggests that the mil
1enium is not about due in Ireland.
whatever form of government may be
established.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30
Maine Gossip
When 7 Was Wee


Twas me was the divil when l was
Full if capers and up for fun.
And there wasn't one in the parish
And dear: How my two bare feet
When l was wee.
Fetch or fellow iv me to get
Ye'd wander far on either hand,
But that and all ye'd never set
Eyes on the bate iv yer own town
When I was wee.
All! Sharp the tip iv the tongue that's
And white the laugh when the lips
It's the Young to laugh and the aged
to scold.
The old to pray and the young to
sin,
And I was wee.
And We want to go out to the dance.
AS if We have nothtn' else to do
And me the poor old man on a stick,
And once I could step on the floor
When was wee!
Patrick McGiu: "Meurcen" one
Bride.
Five changes of the moon will
grace the month of October, two new
moons coming in 80 days. The first
new moon will come in on Saturday,
Oct l and another will appear on
Sunday, Oct. 80. A similar occurrence
took place in the month of March
while poor old February had but three
changes of the moon
The Maine delegation of Ladies of
the G. A. r.. 80 in number. attending
the national convention of In
dianapolis. has as one of its most en-
thusiastic members Mrs. Emily T.
Nash of Auburn, almost 90 years of
age, but as bright ana spry as any
of the younger members.
The Biddeford police on Monday
night had their first experience of
the kind. when a jobless woman ap-
piled for shelter She was from
Exeter. n. H, was comedy and well
dressed-but out of work. She was
given a lodging and left Tuesday
hoped to secure employment.
Thousands of wild geese flying
over PASSPORT late Tuesday after
noon, going from northeast to south
west, causes local people to remark:
THAT means an early and cold VIM
ter" The geese were in larger num-
bers than the oldest inhabitant'' re
members seeing and occupied about
half an hour in passing the city.
William E. Chandler. Of Portland.
the band leader, who has been very
i'll for some time. has recovered suf-
f1ciently to be able to ride out We'd
nesda-y in an automobile. For some
days it was not thought that Mr..
Chandler could live from one day to
the next, but he has made an aston
fishing rally and is now in fine con-
dition annd steadily improving.
Urging that the United States Mer-
chant Marine operate it's ships now
tied UP in harbors, even at loss in
order to compete with the inroads on
our tonnage being made by foreign
competitors, A. P. Lane, chairman of
the Transportation Bureau of the
State Chamber of Commerce, has ad-
dressed letter to E. c. PIummer.
commissioner of the Merchant Mar
inc at Washington, D. c.. expressing
this belief. Mr.. Lane himself, prom
inently identified with shipping con-
ditions. makes the prediction that
unless America makes some effort to
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30

Bees entered the warehouse of an
aptarist and carried away two tons Of
the honey stored there. This could
hardly be called stealing considering
vhsre the honey originally came
frozn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30

"Bsfl," TIE Hohenzollern, draws in
come from his German estates but
pays-no taxes. What public spirit
ed citizen he is, to be sure!
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30

Latest reports headline. women
rush to shake hands with Arbuckle.'
We know some who would prefer to
rush away from such a manifesto
ton of friendship.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30

Los Angeles is convinced her SAM
ary precautions must include cen
sorship of the movies. Some of the
producers threaten TO leave the place
if this is enforced Whether to quar-
antine the town is a subject for out
siders to consider
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30

Milhners want to change the style
of women's hats every month. Since
short skirts appeared not much at
tention has been paid to women's
hats.-Brooklyn Eagle,
It is high time attention be divert
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30
Eastern Steamship Lines, Inc.
Boston and
Portland Line
EXPRESS RASSENGER AND
FREIGHT SERVICE

oILAA1S dR CAMDEN
FARE $3.50 (war tax tncluded)i
SIAIERoOMS Sl.62.
Leave Portland Tuesday. THURSDAY
ana saturday at s z. NJ. (Dayllght
saving Time). Leave 7 P. NJ. COM
menclns Oct. (Standard Time).
Eeturn:-Leave b o tom NJ on day
Wednesday and Friday at 2. NJ.
AT Boston. connection is made with
The Metropolitan Line. passenger ana
freight steamers tor New York via
Cape Cod Canal.
Eel. COCO
II. A. CLAY, Superintendent.
Franklin wharf, Portland
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30
Light and Airy
Flses and Flees

EIeoB and EIees
Little feas have smaller fieas
Upon their backs to bite EN-,
And these again have lesser feas
And so ad minimum.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30
Expert Advice

Hewitt-That was pretty strong
prayer our pastor made.
Jewett-Yes. it isn't often that the
Lord gets such good advice.-New
York Sun.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30

preference manifested by people for
travel and freighting by automobile
and truck scarcely invites the exper-
inent
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30

6. Care is out of fashion says Miss
Tarbell. The remedy would seem to
be putting the careless in Jail.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30

. Railway employees talking strike
and business men comforting for re-
lief of unemployment
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30
Kennebec Navigation Co.

Effective Sept. 26
STEAMSHIP CITY OF ROCKIAND
Leaves Gardner at $50, Cedar Crave
tRichmond) at 40, Bath az 6, TUESDAY
Thursday ana Saturday nights.
Leaves Boston Mondays. wednesday
sand fridays at4G +. IL for all Kennebe'
Points.
BOOTHBAY DIVISION
Daily Boats Sunday excepted. 20 ana
from Boothbay Harbor and the Islancs
are operated ny this company Connecting
with steamer to and from Boston a.
Bath.
Send for ti:Ho tables and other informa-
ton to
kENNEBEC NAVIGATION co.
Publicity Department, Bath. Maine
in23ulf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30

Glad you held onto these Liberty
bonds and Victory fves?
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30
i'll Fares and High Fares.

(Boston Herald)
III fares the town, to lingering ills a
prey.
Where tracks are junked because
trolleys cannot pay.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30

Brhe Competition
(The No. American
Liquor in Chicago costs IS a case
extra when delivered by a policeman.
In Philadelphia it sometimes takes
even less to make a copper still
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30
Editorial Comment
M utual Disrespect

hloLNdi ~ 'SsPS|.
(Wa shington Post
What we think Of the profteer is
not bit worse than what he thinks
OF our intelligence.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30

adele Doring at Boarding School,"
third volume of adele Doring Ser
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30
ROSE or SHARON CHAPTER NO.

H. o. +. S. Stated meeting on first
Wednesday of each month at Masonic
Temple. All members sojOurning in
the city are invited to attend.
1NEZ G. GETCHELL, w. NJ.
ELIZABETH \. BOYNTON. Sec.
SeDt2rn wPd&fritf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-09-30
Augusta Lodge Directory
=THIF HFMLoDGE. NO. IS. r. &
cUsHNoc ROYAL ARCH CHAP.

ter. No. 43, r. A NJ. Special convo-
cation Friday evening. Sept. so. a
o'clock. Worn in Royal Arch. Re
treatments All sojourning compan-
ions cordially invited to attend.
JOHN c. ARNOLD. H. p.
HENRY i THYME Sec.
Evening star., 1921-10-30

spicuous place. Fifteen Years ago Mrs.
Henry +. Dimock of New York. for
merly Miss Susan G. Whitney and
sister of the late William c. Whitney,
was persuaded to take up the almost
defunct organization known as the
George Washington Memorial Associa-
ton. From that time Mrs. Dimock has
consecrated her life to this work, which
was. briefly stated. TO erect in the
Capital city a great hall. which would
be at once a splendid tribute to the
first patriot and serve the much-needed
purpose of housing learned societies and
the countless scientific congresses and
the large bodies of military men and
women who have auxiliary societies
which meet in the Federal city.
Mrs Dimock at one time cherished an
Evening star., 1921-10-30

idea of erecting a building which would
resemble the memorial which queen
Victoria had established In South ken
sington in London to her consort anu
which since her death is now called the
Albert and Victoria Memorial Han. But
many. conditions caused Mrs. Dimock TO
discard this project and to centranze
her effort on a mammoth AUDITORIUM
which would have ample space lor MI III
itary reunions particularly those OF the
American Legion; for military mu-
seums, especially for curios and me-
mentoes of the world war, to the VIC
Tins of which the building is sacreoiy
dedicated.
Few who have taken over worthy
cause have seen the promise OF such
a glorious fruition as Mrs. Dlmock
now does With the laying OF the
corner stone the progress will be uni
ton is divided into units with a COM
petent leader who has all in readiness
for the final effort. The victory
memorial will be a signal addition 10
the public buildings of washington.
and it will stand out prominently
among the tokens of appreciation and
gratitude which the allied nations
have reared to the memory of those
who fell in the great struggle Tor
world freedom.
has for the past ten years maintained
a home in Washington and has been
conspicuous among the residential
leaders. She has addressed all kinds
of meetings in behalf of her mission
and has been indefatigable. in organ,
izing balls. concerts. theatrical
events for the raising Of funds Her
only daughter. formerly Mrs. Percy
Hutchinson of New York. was mar
ried about three years ago to the
counselor of the Itahan embassy,
Signor Giuseppe Catalani. He is now
Italian minister to Caracas, and Mrs.
Dimock. accompanied by her daughter.
has just returned from lengthy visit
to Venezuela. Signor and Signora
Catalani will be in Washington for
the ceremonies connected with the
laying of the corner stone for the
victory memorial. after which they
will sail for a few months leave to
Italy.
Evening star., 1921-10-30

Under this head we shall list
"odd lots" every Sunday at
prices that will move the goods.
On sale only while quantities
last. No phone or mail orders>
Look for these goods under
the "Odd Lots" signs.
Lingerie blouses, SOC
Soiled and mussed blouses, in
neat styles. Long or short
sleeves. Sizes SO to 46 in the lot.
(Third fioor.)
Womens footwear, 81
Black calf and patent pumps and
oxfords. Also white low shoes.
Broken sizes. (Main floor.)
Women's felt slippers, $l.45
Ribbon trimmed; felt cushion
sole. Various colors. Good range
of sizes. (Main foor.)
Memo brassieres, SOC
Fasten-down-front style with
lace at side. (Second floor.)
So to S7.25 corsets, $3.50
Broken sizes of Memo, Selma, La
Estelle, American Lady and
Odette. (Second foor.)
Silk nightgowns, So
Also Philippine gowns and silk
envelope chemise in the lot.
Quantity limited. (Second fioor.)
Bows knickers, 89c
nd
some corduroys. Sizes s to 16
years. (Thlrd hoor.)
BOYS hats, 89c
Were $3.50 to So velvet tams, also
polos and cloth middies. Sizes
6% to Z. (Third f1oor.)
Mackinaw or overcoats, $3.95
Sizes for boys 16, II, Is and 10
years. Were IS to SIS.
;Live leather" belts, Csc {
Cordovan and black elastic belts
gea groRen SIZE SIZES. 2TRird oaooe; fioor5
Mems Isle hose, l2lhc
Mercerized hose, in black only.
Double sole, heel and toe. Slight
ly imperfect. (Main floor.)
White lingerie dresses, .$l.95
Embroidery or lace trimmed. Size
10 only. (Third foor.)
Jersey bloomers, 19c
Pink and white only; elastic at
knee and. waist line. Sizes and
10 only. (Third 1oor.)
Children's leggins, $l.95
Worsted leggins for tots to
Tn cnnop and brown. Ink
and link stitch. (Third fioor9
Evening star., 1921-10-30
WOMEN
In the
Public Eye
Mrs. Henry F. Dimock
BY MARGARET b. DOWNING.

3 In all autumn which will be epochal.
because of the brilliant events which
are scheduled for its last month, the
laying of the corner stone of the fine
Victory Memorial will be given con-
Evening star., 1921-10-30
Bows sweaters, $2.95

Slip.on college style with large shawl collar ana
coat styIe. Blue. gray maroon and green. Sizes 3
to l6 years. s,. r,,,, r,,.,,
Evening star., 1921-10-30

l. Red and blue bootees, with
turnover collars and nursery
pictures on collar. Sizes S to
2, $l.50.
2. Red and royal blue Ever.
etts with nursery pictures
stamped on shoes. Sizes S to
II, sl.W.
Evening star., 1921-10-30
BOYS Hats, $l.45

For little boys there French serge and middies
and sailor Tams like real "gobs," each with silk
woven name band. For big boys there are wool
cheyiot Polo caps that be pulled down over the
ears; Alpine dress hats and various other styles.
Evening star., 1921-10-30
Kiddies' felt slippers
are ready to keep little feet warm
Sketched- reading from, the left.

8. Pink, light blue and old
rose color bootees for infants.
Sizes 2 to S, $l.00,
4. Rose, pink and light blue
slippers with ribbon trimmed
and pompon. Sizes S to 2,
$l.50.
Evening star., 1921-10-30
were $3.50 T~ 9S
were $500
were $l6.5O
OvercOdtS at S6.95

For little boys 212 to 10
Double breasters, built of those deep
bodied cheviots that SMILE in the face OF
blizzard. Button-to-neck models with in
verted pleated backs and allaround belt.
Durable plaid body lining.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-08-23
CITY FAIRGROUNDS
 CLOSE TOMORROW
Field Meet at Fairgrounds to Mark End of Season.
 Many Prizes

All of. the city playgrounds will close their season tomorrow with a track meet at the fairgrounds when the winning teams from each will participate in the events arranged for the day.
 Two exhibition games of dodge ball and two of voliey ball will he played while the regular programme is Tn progress. There will also be run ming. high jump. running and broad jump in three classes. midgets, jun iorst and seniors.
 In addition to the pennats and two tennis racquets and two pairs of ten his shoes donated by wimberly end Thomas. 30 medals will be given by Lovcman. Joseph & Loeb, 26 relay prizes by the Jaffe Jewelry company and Fred Medart has also contributed several valuable prizes. .1
 Three loving cups will be presented to the piaygrounds winning the most points. All prizes will be presented by Commissioner, J. Ellis Brown.
 The programme for the track meet Is as follows:
 No. i. nnidgets. by heats; No. 2, jun iors, by heats; No. 8. seniors. by heats; No. 1, girls. by heats; No. 5, folk dances by Ensley- Wesley house: No. 6, midget finals; No. ., junior finals; No. 8, senior finals; No. 9, girl finals; No. 10. stunts; No. II, midget relay: No. 12, senior relay; No. 13. junior relay: No. 14,. maypole dance No Is, mile race. r
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-08-23
ISSUE WARNING 0F
 FAKE PROGRAMMES

Warning was issued yesterday by Charles l.. Harold, executive secre- tary of the Civic Association. to the merchants and business men of Bir- mingham against lending their sup port to private individuals whom the association has learned are going to publish a number of so-called of ficial programmes" for the celebra- ton which are not authorized by the semi-centennial committee.
 The committee is planning to pub fish an official programme, which will contain besides the events oi the celebration. week much informa- 7 tion concerning Birmingham, its hiS- tory and development.
 The programme for the semi-cen- tennial week has not yet been ar- ranged, and officials of the celebra- tion are awaiting further develop. ment of their plans before making any definite announcements.
 Reid Lawson. acting p-esi- dent Of the JeiserSon county unit oi the Alabama Merchants association will announce today a special com mittee from that organization which will assist the general committee . making lrransements for the f4shios and industrial shows These will bs two of the leading features of tn semi-centenntal celebration.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-08-23
.O. [. $. H0N0RS|TS TWO STATE CHIEFS Grand Matron and Grand Patron Guests Here
 Last Night

Representatives of approximately 5000 Birmingham women of the order of the Eastern Star last night as- sembled to do honor to the grand matron and grand patron of the state. Mrs. Etta Smith, of Birmingham. and George Beauchamp of Montgomery.
 The event was held at the Masonic temple. the hostess body being Salter chapter of the Eastern Star.
 Entertainment features and busi- ness were combined in the pro- eramme, four candidates being initi- ated and work of the order exempli- fled.
 Among the invited guests was George Thigzpen of Montgomery, superintendent of the Masonic home. The programme began at o'clock.
 Mrs. Smith was presented with a token from the SaIter chapter mem- bers, and refreshments were served. Salter chapter of the Eastern Star numbers 415 members alone, and in- vited to the affair the members of E Eastern Star organizations, as fol- lows:
 Electa, Cunningham, Brundidge. Alma Seay, Lewellyn Johns. Birming- ham, Arena, Wahouma, Woodlawn. East Lake, Mary Echols, Aster. North Birmingham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-08-23
SIX MONTHS' PAY FOR GUARDSMEN
Checks Arrive and Boys Will Be Paid on Drill
 Nights

Federal pay for the first six months of the year, due national guardsmen for armory drill, has ar rived for three companies, according to announcement laset night by Major w, l.. Baldwin. Between $5,0oo and $500 has arrived for distribution to the soldiers here.
 Checks for headquarters company of the Third battalion. Lieut.. Homer Singletary commanding; l. company, Capt James Moore, commanding; K company, with Capt. c. B. Taylor, commanding, and I company Capt Ira D. Davis. commandin, have ar- rived, Major Baldwin stated.
 Pay for the Headquarters company will be distributed at special drill to be held Friday night. The other men will receive their pay at the next regularly scheduled drili. Fed eral compensation Is coming through promptly now.
 Major Baldwin paid tribute to the showing made by Birmingham bat talion at the Anniston encampment He declared he was proud of the men. who had made a remarkable showing.
 Members of the Birmingham bet talion composed more than one-half of the Alabama guardsmen's rifle team which will compete at Camr Perry, O.. leaving the night of Augusta 25. Moro Birmingham men would have qualified If they had not been unable to attend the encamp- ment because of the pressure of business, Major Baldwin said.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-08-23
TO STRENGTHEN CLUB

Plans to strengthen the Advertise ing club of Birmingham and to enlist as members all men actively engaged in any branch of advertising. were agreed upon at the regular meeting of the club yesterday at 12:30 o'clock In the Old Colony club rooms at the Tutwiler.
 E. P. Lorentz was selected chair man of the membership committees. II. B. Vail and H. l.. Parrish will be associated with him on his com- mittee.
 Other committees selected at ths meeting were: Finance, F. I. Leigh ton, chairman; Baxter Eastburn and IL. B. Chandler. programme; Walter J. Barrett, chairman; l.. R. Town. R. E. Murphy, Thad Holt and one place to be filled later; publicity. Mauriee Lackey, chairman; Leon C.. Bradley and J. J. Eaton; protection commit tee (the names of the members of this committee will be kept secret,.
 The next meeting of the club which will be held September 12 at the Old Colony club and will be an executive session.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-08-23
SUES FOR $5O0.0oo

Alleging that his wife and one .hiid were killed and he and hts other child were injured when the ar In which they were riding was struck by passenger train, five suits for a total of $500,00o against he Frisco railroad were filed in the tinted States court yesterday by T. H IIiett.
 The accident resulting in these iamalre suits occurred July 31 at The road crossing south of Dora and MT fiiett and her Infant baby were in- Johnnie May, io-year- -old daughter. IS welI as Mr Hiett: was injured
 The suits were filed by Attorneys lrpold and Fite. and each Is for ;l00. .0U0 damages. MT. Hiett files one ,uit Individuality. one as adminis.~a tor oe the estate of Mrs, Kate .Hie.t, me as father Of Owen Hictt. who was xilled. one as father Of Johnnie M;ae hiett, and one for Johnnie Mae In dividually