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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28
ROTARY CLUB MEETS
Col. X. B. Cook, Treasurer of
National Soldiers Home at
TOgus, Gives Most Interest
ing Address on Life and
Character of Robert Burns"

The inner life of the great poet of
Scotland, Robert Burns, was depict
ed in a new light, his aims and am
billions were set forth, and his splen-
did attribute Of comradeship was
dwelt upon in highly interesting ad-
dress given before the Augusta Ro-
tarians on Friday evening bv Col. r.
b. Cook of Togus, treasurer of the
National Soldiers Home. Col. Cook.
all of his life, has been a devoted adj
mirer of Burns and his writings. has
made a study of the man and his
works, and in his discourse last eve
ming at the Augusta House he held
the close attention Of his audience.
The banquet hall at the hotel was
well filled with Rotarians and their
guests. the session being presided
over by President Ivan Lang. Rotary
spirit and good cheer abounded and
the meeting proved very ENJOYABLE
throughout. The entertainment COM
mittee of which Rotarian George APP
pleby was chairman. put across a fine
program, with Warren Keith in a
number of vocal selections, accom-
panied by Harry f. Farnham. pianist.
Mr. Farnham also appeared in a few
minutes of jazz, his work at the piano
Icing given warm applause. Both
young men are first class entertain
ers and their selections were accorded
much praise.
At the opening Of his address, Col.
Cook who came to this State few
months ago from Tennessee where
he had formerly lived. paid an en-
thusiastic tribute to the beauty of
the Maine woods, lakes and rivers,
speaking of how much he had en-
joyed his times in the out-of- doors
since coming here. And he spoke of
the splendid reception which he has
been given by the people of Maine.
Turning to the subject, Robert
Burns, the speaker stated that he
had discovered that the average
man labors under a misapprehension
as to Burns life and character. All
recognize him as the greatest lyric
poet who ever lived. but many peo-
pie thing of him first of all drunk
en- genius, and he is often so por-
trayed in characterizations.
Burns was a Scotch yeoman of
humble parentage and with few ad-
vantages of education. yet he became
SO great that there is published to-
day at Kilmarnock, Scotland, mag
azine the purpose Of which is to col
lect every scintilla of evidence as to
every disputed act in his life. This
magazine is . the Burns Chronicle.
Then there are the Burns clubs to
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28
CAPT. OVIDIU'S
FUNERAL HELD

National Home, May 27--The fun
eral of the late Capt Melamed Owl
diu, first assistant surgeon at this
branch, was held from the Home
chapel at 2 p. NJ, Friday, Rev.
officiating. Tie chapel was filled to
its capacity with friends and rela-
tives who had come to pay their
last silent tribute to his memory.
There were many beautiful floral
pieces from the different depart
ments, friends and relatives. The
bearers were Col. William p. Hurley.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28
So. Gardiner c.. c..
Beats HalloWell

Hallowell. Me, May 27-South Gar
diner Community club played a re-
turn game here Thursday, the visitors
coming out at the big end, So
Hill who pitched for South Gardi-
ner was wild at the start, but pulled
out of some bad holes after he got
going good.
Two double plays in the opening in :
nings by the visitors featured The
game was called at the end of The
seventh by agreement Score:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28
Deputy Sheriff Robinson
Brings Man to Hall0well
Wanted on Larceny Charge

Deputy Sheriff Arthur 6. Robinson
OF Gardiner while at Portland on mat
tiers of business Thursday got on track
OF Raymond John Seymour who was
wanted at Hallowell on the charge OF
larceny OF IS pairs OF shoes from the
factory of Marston g. Brooks about
two months ago. Deputy Sheriff Rob
inson was informed where Mr.. Sey-
mour was residing in Portland, and
succeeded in getting the man and
bringing him to Hallowell where he
was arraigned before Recorder Stafford
and was placed under $500 bonds for
his appearance at the kennebec super
jor court
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

Adj. General Hadley was at the
meeting of the American Legion lads
Thursday evening and addressed the
boys on the prospect of forming a
company of the National Guard in
this city. There was considerable in
terest maifested. In the event of
such an occurrence the city would be
obliged to furnish an armory for the
company. The old armory building
which has stood idle for so many
years has passed into other hands.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

church: / p. n. Sunday school; 2.3o
Auburn: p. NJ, social service. Mid
week service: Thursday z p. NJ, So
cial meeting.
Free Baptist church. q. q. Kincaid:
pastor: Prayer, 10 A. NJ; memorial
sermon, 1880: Sunday school, 11.4s;
Young Peoples meeting p. n;
preaching. 4 O'Clock. Mid-week SER
vice: Wednesday evening. prayer ana
praise, 7.3O. Special services: Cot
tage prayer meeting. Monday evening
7.30: service in Mission hall Sabbath
afternoon 2.30. Rev. Charles Bedford,
Auburn will preach
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

pieces from the department and pre-
sented by A. NJ. c. Soule, and very
pretty bouquet OF roses from friends
One of the pleasing features of the
evenings program was the singing OF
a number of selections by Master. Gil
more Soule, the I3-year-eld son of Mr.
and Mrs "A. NJ. G. Soule, being accom-
panied by Mrs. Soule and Miss Rund-
lett as pianists All joined in singing
of other selections, and at the close OF
a very pleasant evening delicious re-
freshments we're served
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28
REMAINS OF DIR.
MELAMED OVIDIU
TO BE CREMATED

Undertaken Henry ". Plummer
left on the Friday night Pullman for
Forest Hills, Boston, with the remains
of the late DIR. Melamed Ovidiu, as
sistant surgeon at the National Sol
diers Home at Togus, who was shot
and instantly killed Wednesday after
noon by an inmate of the Home who
is thought to be insane.
The remains will be cremated at the
Forest Hills crematory and the ashes
brought back to this city for interment
Sunday afternoon in the family lot in
Mt Pleasant cemetery
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

The I.ongfelIow school of Manchest-
er Forks and the Winthrop Center
school will give an entertainment this
Saturday evening at the Manchester
Grange hall. The affair is for the
benefit Of the schools and therefors
a most worthy cause On the program
will be spring operetta, Rotations,
tabieus and pantomine
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

Stolen bases: Blanchard, Grimes.
Struck out: by Hall 10; by Huff 10.
Double plays: NJ. Hall to, Clifford TO
Holt; A. Holt to Clifford to Holt.
Wild pitch: all. Passed ball: Blanch-
ard. Base on balls: off Hall TO- off
Huff ]. Umpire: Rich. Time 1 40. At
tendance: go.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

The friends of Miss Myrtle r.
Brown gave her a gift shower on
Thursday evening at her home, 52A
Gage street, in honor Of her approach
ing marriage. They presented her
her with an electric table, lamp. Ice
cream, cake and fancy cookies were
served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28
MUNICIPAL COURT

The case against John Semenuk of
Augusta, charged with wanton behav-
ior. was continued to June. Fl. at the
Friday session OF the municipal court,
Judge Cony placing the respondent
under Saoo bonds for his APPEARANCE
at that time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28
Memorial Service
at Cow High School

The Cony High school students, at
the Friday morning assembly carried
out Memorial service in observance
of the Memorial spirit. Charles Whit
ing, a member of the Junior class,
read Lincoln's Gettysburg speech
Principal Quimby spoke of the signi-
ficance of Memorial Day and he said
that this Memorial Day would be diff
ferent because there would be no
sports of any sort
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28
Card of Thanks

We wish to express our heartfelt
thanks and appreciation for the kind
nesses shown US by our friends and
by the members of Crystal Lodge. I.
Q. @. F.. during the illness and death
of our dear one, also for the beautiful
flowers.
MRS. CLARA GORDON,
MR.. AND MRS. CHAS. LAIRD,
AIRLINE KNIGHT.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

There will be stated communica
ton of Hermon Lodge held at Mason
&c hall on Tuesday evening, May 81
with work in the Master Mason de-
gree. All past masters are requested
to be present at this communication
to arrange for past masters night
which is planned for June %.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28
AUGUSTALOCALS

Members Of the Epworth League at
Hallowell were. the guests at May
basket social Friday evening given By
the Gren Street Methodist church at
the vestry of fhe church, and very
pleasant party vas enjoyed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

Flowers for sale. Large lot of mar
cissus at 60 cents per dozen. We take
orders for cut flowers and floral de-
signs. See our advertisement for
special prices this week at Beane's
Corner Drug store.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

Miss Marion De Bordieu of the
High school faculty, left Friday for
Dexter, where she is to pass the holi-
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

The ladies of the, Relief Corps are
requested to meet at the Grand Army
rooms, Sunday morning at 10 O'Clock
to join the march to the church for
the memorial services.
The building which the town voted
at the last town meeting to erect in
Glenside Cemetery for the use of the
sexton. is now being put up and is
nearly completed
Mrs. E. d. kimball and Mrs. Frank
f. Webb were called to Auburn. Fri
day to attend the funeral of a cousin.
l.. y. Whiting.
Leonard Barber of Farmingiale
was TIC guest Thursday of his broth
or. Everett Barber.
Prin. Leon Blake entertained the
members of the ninth grade at the
club house, Thursday evening. Games
were enjoyed and ice cream and cook
les were served. The young poople
enjoyed a most delightful evening.
Mrs. Lillian Morton is ill with tom
silitis.
Freeman Collins has returned from
Ma olson where he has been employed
and will work as meat cutter ut the
Dunton grocery store.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

Members of james Fitzgerald roost
NO. ?, American Legion, will be the
escort for the G. A. r. Post at the
Memorial service Sunday evening at
the Penney Memorial church
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28
WATERvILLE

Mrs. Harry L. Goldberg and DANE,
ter, Geraldine. went to Gardner r.
day. to pass the weekend with r.,.
tives.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

George S. Simmonds has a crew at
work giving his home on upper Sec
paint. which when finished will pre-
sent a most attractive appearance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

Mrs r. j. Martin and Mrs. Joseph
Williamson have returned from Bos-
ton where they had been passing a
few DAYS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

w. E. Reed and family of Elm
street, are in Houlton, their former
home, for a few DAYS visit.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

The Hallowell High school baseball
team and Supporters will go to Oak
land this Saturday afternoon where
game will be played with Oakland
High school The party will leave the
city by automobiles, going at II noon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28
HALLOWELL

is in the city for several days stay
with friends
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

George Hildrcth has accepted a po-
sition as clerk at the fruit store of
Charles Campana on Water street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

The Fashion Hat shop in their ad
today call attention to the many
styles and colors in stock just now.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28

Robert Benoit of Portland, has been
a guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs.
+. A. Leighton, Lincoln avenue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28
WINTHROP
Merrow- Drake

The marriage of Miss Ethel G.
Drake and Willis A. Morrow, both of
winthrop, took place Thursday even
ing at the Methodist parsonage. The
ceremony was performed by tie pas
tor. Rev. Percy J. Clifford, the i'm
pressive double ring service beirg
ls"d, after which the coupe left On
wedding trip to parts unknown.
Ms Morrow is very popular wit
ress 1T the Winthrop HOUSE and Mr.
Morrow is we'll known abcut town
and they have many friends who wish
ther' happiness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28
NATIONAL HOME

Officer of the day, Capt. Hugh
Doyle
Mrs. Emma Fuller has returned to
he rhome in Auburn after a short Wis
it to friends in Camp.
All military posts in Camp will
meet at 1915 Sunday and proceed to
the Chapel to attend Memorial SER
vices by Rev. F. l.. Phalen. Also on
Monday morning they will meet at
F.45 A. NJ, and proceed to the Chapel
| to attend Mass by Rev. FIR. McLaugh-
lin.
Edward +. Bouley, has been grant
ed a furlough to visit friends in Day.
ton, Ohio.
Frederick Sullivan has returned
from a pass to visit relatives in
Lowell.
John f. Burke Of Lynn, late. Co. F,
10, L. S. Inf, has been admitted to
the Home.
Thomas Muldoon of New York City,
late Co. f, So, n. Y Inf: Shirley B.
| Cunningham, of Brooklyn, late Co.
10th L. S. Signal Corps, and Edward
Mccain, of Providence, late Co. H, 4,
r. /. Inf, have been re-admitted to
the Home
Religious services at the Home
chapel Sunday morning will be held
| as follows: Mass and sermon by Rev.
Fir. Mclaughlin at $50 and Protest
ant services by Rev. F.. l.. Phalen at
1910 o'clock
| Tiffany Camp No. 4. U. S. w. ",
will hold a Camp Fire and Smoke
talk next Tuesday evening and they
cordially invite the different military
! organizations of the Home, the Span
ish War veterans in Augusta and
Gardiner and male civilian employees
at the Branch. Commander Mooney
assures their invited guests of a royal
good time and he also stated that the
i Imperial Orchestra. noted for it's good
music. will be on hand to helm make
this occasion one to be remembered.
Open Air Band Concert at 4 o,cloek
Medley March-Then You'll Remem-
Der Me NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. Brooks
Observation-Disclosures ........ Tobani
Professionalism ..... Robinson
| (Trumpet Solo by Mr.. A. E. Kearney)
Grand American Fantasia. .Bendix
| Cornet Duet-Departed DAYS
e.. arr. Theme
Fantasia-The Boys in Blue and
| Gray ............. Laurendeau
Salute'to the Flag at o'clock
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-05-28
=, GARDINER

Mrs. Donald Snowe of Portland is
visiting friends in this city.
Mrs. Beulah McKeague of Brock
ton, Mass. is visiting her sister, Mrs.
Fred L., Drawn, Grant street
The broad ax., 1921-12-17
WHIST PARTY AND
LUNCHEON
MOB AND LYNCH LAW IN
TENNESSEE

Dyersburg Tenn.-Sheriff H. B.
Bryant prevented a lynching here OF
FIVE Negroes alleged to be concerned
in the murder of r. L. Burkett, a
farmer. About 500 people comprised
the mob. One of the Negroes, Will
Virgins, was reported to have con-
tessed the killing, but the sheriff in
addressing the mob said he had evil
dence that Virgins was eight miles
from the scene of the crime the night
1t occurred. The sheriff also took
hve OF the apparent leaders of the
mob in an automobile to the home
of relatives of the murdered man. The
relatives assured the mobbists that the
murdered mans family did not ap-
prove of mob action. The sherifPs &C
ton was effective in preventing the
lynching, but it is noticeable that he
did not arrest the FIVE men whom he
had IN his automobile. If the Dyer
Anti-Lynehing bill were law, this sher-
III would be subject to imprisonment
for not more than 5 years, and fined
not more than 5000 or both, for fail
ing to prosecute persons participating
in mob Of riotous assemblage.
The broad ax., 1921-12-17
A SUNDAY IN GEORGIA
Watkinsville, Georgia.
By ]. M. S.

The Southern sun was shedding its
warmth upon fields which ever and
anon are dotted with the cotton balls.
Women and children strolled leisurely
along the quiet streets or flashed past
in their automobiles on their way to
the churches, where under softened
light, ,lc preachers from many pulpits
held fr-th u-thc God Of Mercy and
Justice. the Prince OF Peace, who made
eternaI lie possible tor those wue
walk blamelesSIy before men. But
some were missing from their accus-
toned places, and as friends inquired
about them there were only whispered
answers Somehow the truth seemed
a little out of place in church, not
that it appeared shameful to them,
but rather embarrassing, as when in
a debate ones partner inadvertently
makes a noticeable blunder, one does
not wish to admit the shortcoming,
ana yet II cannot well De entirely
avoided.
Such was the case in Oconee
Georgia, Sunday. while some worship |
ped others were listening for the soft
tread. the fleeing shadow of the fav-
orite game of the Georgian aristo-
cracy. The Georgians are famed for
their skill in bagging this kind of
game. and as they closed in gradu-
ally, Bans" bark of a rife,
followed so quickly by another and
hen by still another that one could
lot tell which was which. Another
Negro, Aaron Birdsong, was dead
lis body riddled by Christian bullets
The broad ax., 1921-12-17
HON. JAMES G. COTTER

Attorney James G. Cotter, the sub,
ject of this sketch, was recently ap.
pointed assistant United States dis
trict attorney by Attorney General
Harry NJ. Daughtery. While Mr.. Cot
ter's appointment comes as a sur
prise TO the Esak and file, yet it is
said thar MAJOR Robert r. Jackson.
Alderman OF the End ward, WIS well
acqnssa.eS ,-;sA-shs 6alt = Ioag time
before it happened, and had much to
do with the influences that brought
about the appointment. Congress
man Martin B. Madden was the power
behind de throne IN Washington in
securing the position. 1t was he who
lead the fight and represented to the
powers that be- that the colored peo-
pie of his district were entitled to a
hrst class position in the Department
of Justice position that would be
outstanding and representatives. a |
recognition of our right to representa-
ton in a Republican administration. |
Congressman Madden is chairman of
the House Committee on Appropria- |
tons, said to be the most powerful |
position held by any member of Con-
gress. He has always fought for fair
play and justice for all the people, re-
CARELESS of race, creed or color.
Mr.. Cotter has been assigned to
duty in the Federal building prosecut-
ing violations of the National Prohi-
bition Act. He was formerly a spec
ial assistant corporation counsel of
Chicago, and from 1917 to 1919, in
elusive, was an assistant Attorney
General of Illinois under Mr.. Brund-
age. While in this position he was
assigned to prosecute violations of
The broad ax., 1921-12-17

portunities. They ask only equal oP,
ortunity-equality in the courts oi
the land. We should bestir ourselves
to aid the Negroes, not embarras'
them or shame them. We should
make them feel that they are a useful
and desirable part of our people. No
other people has ever made greater
progress under like conditions. They
have increased in numbers from 1868
to 1915 from 100000 to 100000.
They have advanced from almost
total illiteracy since emancipation
until today 20 per cent can read and
write. They have among them mus
clans, artists, doctors, lawyers, me
chanics, artisans, agriculturists, bank
ers, educators, preachers, merchants.
and are engaged in every useful occu-
patton. They have accumulated
property valued at S700O0O,OO0-$70
per capita marvellous showing, a
greater showing, indeed, than has
ever been made before anywhere dur
ing all civilization. No other eman-
cipated people have ever made so
great a progress in so short a time.
We should remember that the Ne
yroes constitute onc-tenth of our
population, that they are a God-lov-
ing and law-abiding people who
should be encouraged in their efforts
TO reach a higher moral standard !
We should help the Negro to help |
himself.
We should not continue to put the
stamp OF our disapproval upon him
and cast him adriit and discourage |
him in an effort to reach that moral
standard for which we all hope and
to pray. The enactment of
his law will do that, and will be one
more step backward, which should /
never be taken by a Congress repre-
enting the people OF America.
Applause.)
Congressman Martin B. Madden
las a great deal of faith in our abil-
iy to do things and the following
etter reveals that fact.
The broad ax., 1921-12-17
HIGHER STANDARDS AT
HAMPTON INSTITUTE

HAMPTON, Va-The trend al
Hampton. Institute toward higher
standards was recently described 70
colored leaders who had assembled
in Danville for the annual meeting
of the Negro Organization Society
Allen Washington, presidenD and
he Negro Teachers Association OF
Virginia Cd. G. Jacox, president). DIR.
]. E. Gregg. principal of Hampton
Institute, said:
AT Hampton Institute we have
Seen raising our standards and ex-
ending our courses. In 1917, at the
digestion of DIR. H. B. Frissell,
survey OF the work of the Institute
.as made by Prof Paul II. Hanus,
Of Harvard University, for the Cen
eraI Education Board. In accord
ance with the recommendations OF
this survey-and in some cases 60
'ng beyond them, because conditions
AVE changed so much since 1917
,ur courses have all been strength
ned. The old acadcmic-normal, ag-
-icultural, business, and home eco
1omics courses of secondary grade
ire now graduating their last classes
1923 will see the end OF them. The
new courses in these fields OF training
will carry those who pursue them two
-ears-and in the case of the agricul-
ural course, three years-beyond the
academy, which covers four years
nd twenty units of high-school |
trade, beginning after the compile
ion of the eighth grade. The Trade
chool it has seemed wise to keep on
he secondary level. The seventh
rade preparatory class was cut off
t the end OF the last school year.
With all this advance-this raising
{ secondary work to semi-collegiatc
nd even collegiate levels we at
hampton feel obliged to remind our
elves that We must redouble our ex-
-tionS to make all that we do thor
ugh.
I'VE arc making men and women
; we'll as scholars, whether we will
r no. God created them; we are
laping and fashioning them and max
x them ready, more or less success
lily, for the world. Whatever they
re later, their teachers must bear a
rye part of the responsibility"
The broad ax., 1921-12-17
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
WASHINGTON, D. c.

oANil w. lFlT.
Mr.. Julius F. Taylor.
1927 Federal Street.
! Chicagn Illinois
Dear Mr.. Taylor
The enclosed bills are before the
Committee on Reform in the Civil
Service, of which l am a member
We had very interesting hearing on
them this morning and when the
hearings are printed will send YOU
a copy.
| intend to fight every inch of the
way to prevent them from reporting
the bills, but of course the Commit
tee IS Democratic and the majority of
the Democrats arc from the South.
and IT is not likely that can win in
the fight; but if ! lose expect to
make minority report.
l don't know how much time | will
have in which to do that. want TO
ask you to write me Immediately after
reading the bills what you would say
II you were going to make a minority
report on them. / may not be able
to use all you say, but | shall be glad
TO have your views, in fact want
them and must have them. / want
you to cooperate with me in this
work.