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The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1921-10-27

| |Mrng the last several days vari-
Z criminal matters have been occu-
Sug the officials for law and order
kSpmerset County. Lawrence and
|Rhap Brock of Bingham we're be-
te Judge Sawyer at Madison on Sat
tiay last charged with the larceny
0 canoe from Floyd Hunnewell Of
teasant Ridge PlaDtation. They
Nh pleaded guilty and were given
ane of SOS each and costs and a
brly days Jail sentence with thirty
Us additional in default of payment
] fine and costs.
Mike Wolceken of Arson was before
Ege Sawyer Friday on a search and
kmre warrant sworn out by Sheriff
beers and executed by Deputy G. H..
Baker of Anson, assisted by c. A..
Binder The scene Of this raid was
i old Kennebec House, so-callcd,
Ef the south Anson railroad sta
n and very elaborate outfit Tor
kof making was found. This in
Mel copper still piped up in the
kt approved and modern fashion.
ko barrels of mash. one for immea-
n distilling and the other in its
stages were also found
kp,her with the bottles, drinking
tssts, tunnels, etc, according to the
peer. Woicekcn came to Anson
Pm Elizabeth, N. j., a few weeks
b with the evident intention of do
p considerable business. The sta
ltDry sentence of fine and a Jail term
pc given from which the respond
y appealed, but soon retracted his
Ne to one of guilty and was I'M
Peiiately committed to jail.
Joseph Coro of Arson, who has been
Ming at the home of his brother,
|hsrt Coro near the Anson railroad
|ztion was arrested Tuesday fore
IN at the Indian Spring Mill at
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1921-10-27
Dir. Herbert II. ROdden Going TO
Madison

DR.. Herbert II. Rodden, who has
been associated with his brother DR..
A. e. Rodden in the practice of dem
tistry in Skowhegan for the past two
years, is to open an office in the Black
we'll BLOCK at Madison. Nov 2. DR..
Rodden is a graduate of the Baltimore
College Of Dental Surgery in Mary
land. He had prior to coming to Skow-
hegan two years experience as a den
tai surgeon in the United States Army
DR.. Roddens many friends regret his
departure from town, but will be glad
to learn that he is to be established in
q neighboring community.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1921-10-27

onening event of the season in
furburn Club was largely attend
!, the club men of Skowhegan and
,os with banquet at Hotel Ok
!, at $50. Thursday night. 1t was
4. ii the most genial social events
d. hold in the clubs history and
Eanord Hanson served magnili-
4 y banquet with great credit to him
n and his employees. The dining
~ was decorated with Halowe en-
Esss and Halloween favors were dis
ISutad over the tables, which were
r. decorated with bouquets of earn
IN njnks. Original place cards
.re used in seating the guests and
\ following menu was elegantly
vol. Chowder. salmon, broiled
Esspr boiled ham, sliced beef, es7
E,oned oysters, lobster salad,
Es.med cauliGower, green pens,
E,sOed potatoes, sweet potatoes, eel
1, olives, rolls, pudding. assorted
[te ice cream, coffee, cigars and
E,srettes Lyons Orchestra furnished
|ssic during the progress of theMcal
N tbe men made merry with accom-
kuinents of Halloween horns. Each
I,mber was given a weird Halloween
lawn and flying balloons and other
L,ors added distinctive Bohemian
Euch to the occasion. At the conclu-
IN Of the banquet the orchestra
[sei its music and Walter P. Ord
4, the toastmaster, after compli-
|,utlng the attention given by Land
IA Hanson called upon Charles B.
kage Of Seattle. Wash. long a mem
\ of Miburn Club. On former visit
ke Mr.. Dodge had expressed de-
n hat a pleasant occasion then en-
Ised by the members be repeated
gave the club a substantial sum
money fora banquet, the only stip-
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1921-10-27
HEIR SWELL A MIGHTY
CHORUS

The first rehearsal of the Festival
Chorus will occur on Monday evening
It 730 O'Clock. Oct. 81. in the As
sembly Hall of the Skowhegan school
building. Several new members have
heen added to the number OF last
Years aggregation land tits antici-
pated that large number will join
at the next rehearsal. 1t is urged
that all interested in singing and the
Festival Chorus attend this meeting.
At this time the election of officers
will occur. The opera Carmen will
be taken up this year.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1921-10-27
C0neeaiing Mortgaged Property
Charge

15arley b. Lister of Bangor, who was
arrested In Bingham last week by
Deputy Sheriff Thomas Tuscan, was
before the Bangor Court Thursday on
the charge of eoncealing n1ortgaged
property, the property in question be-
inga Nash automobile which the re-
spondent secured from the Penobscot
Motor Company. A plea of not guilty
was entered. Judge Blanchard ad-
judged probable cause and ordered
Lister to recognize in the sum of $1,000
for the action of the grand jury. at
the January term of the Superior
Court He was committed to the
county Jail in default.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1921-10-27
(RKE -BAR7lEY CASES.
| At JANUARY TERM

[lhe Supreme Judicial Court seS-
Pms will be resumed Tuesday, NOV.
at eleven O'Clock with Justice
Ifen c. Philbrook presiding to com
Fte the September term. The Grim
y docket will be completed before
4 civil cases are tried. The cases
Eanst Mr.. and Mrs. John Burke IN
EMcil action has been brought ny
nswosth A. Piper. administrator in
I estate of the late Nelson w. Bart
and one brought against Mr.. ana
n, Burke by william Murtha VIII
\ be tried At the suspended term,
Esiner will the cases brought by Mr'
E'Se against the BARLEY estate. Ihe
R'es viii be in order for trial, how
Pef' at the January term.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1921-10-27
SOMERSET CENTRAL an
NUAL MEETING
local Organization viii Have Two
Very Prosperous Years TO Report
Officers 10 he Elected

The annual meeting of the Somerset
'entral Agricultural Society is called
'or Thursday afternoon of next week
the Office of Wentworth d Plum
ner. The bylaws require that the
Meeting be called at two o'clock 1t
S now planned, however, to hold a
fery brief session at that time and to
adjourn to 7P0 p. NJ. when important
matters will come up to be acted upon
he Society has had two very pros
,erous years. This advancement is
ihown by substantial gain in re-
,ources hut very much more in the
,rowth Of all departments of the big
how in increased attendance and in
reputation for running a real agri-
.nltural Fair which is spread all over
1aine. This development makes it
nore than imperative thet larger
lumber of citizens interest themselves
n the management OF Somerset Coun-
IS biggest show. While the confer
nee of next Thursday is known as n
ife members annual meeting, any
eitiZens of Somerset County is wei
ONE to attend. The legal notice the
ublication OF which is required by the
'y-Laws is as follows:
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1921-10-27
NEW YORK MAN BUYS
ROWE POND CAMPS

Pleasant Ridge-Oct. 24-Mr Ed
gar Nodine of New York City, has
purchased the Rowe Pond Camps of
VIM McGlvery of pittsfeld and the
Camps now bear the name of the High
Twelve Club. Mr.. Nodine has several
carpenters and workmen making ex-
tensivo repairs and improvements
about the place.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1921-10-27
M Wore Fur Work This Season

W. r. Clifford of Norridgewock, fur-
rier and tax{dermist, announced that
on account of Illness he can 90 no
more fur work this season.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1921-10-27
tetins oi the Skowhegnn Rite Club

There will be meeting OF the
towhegan Rifle Club at their rooms
.he Municipal Building tomorrow
Frday) evening at 7.30. Business Oh
fportance.
Per order Secretary
F. L. Furbush.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1921-10-27

The annual meeting of the Somerset
Central Agricultural Society will be
1eld at tho Office of Wentworth n
hummer in the town Of Skowhegan,
'ountv of Somerset, state of Maine. on
thursday, November 3. 1921. at 2
,'clock p. m. to heH reports Of the
,nicers of said Society and to take such
aetion as may be deemed advisable
hareon,
TO elect officers for the ensuing year
md to transact all other business
which may properly come before said
meeting
JOHN II. LANCASTER,
Secretary
Skowhcean Maine, oct. 81, 1921.
2w43
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1921-10-27

Mrs. !. E.Richardson returned Mon
day from a visit with friends in Port
land.
The spectator., 1921-04-08
GERMANS RELEASE
 NEUF AND ZIMMER
AMERICANS ARE GIVEN FREE. DOM BY ORDER OF THE GER-
 MAN GOVERNMENT.

Mosbach, Germany.-Carl Neuf and Franz Zimmer have been released from Imprisonment here. The sen tences of Neuf and Trimmer. both at. tached to the American army of occu- patton and under confinement here for their attempt to arrest Grover C. Berg doll. the American draft evader. have been remitted by the Baden govern ment.
 The German authorities said the re- lease was effected at the request of the German federal government, and that it is dependent upon the good behavior of the men Both the Amer jeans are expected to reach Coblenz in few days where neither the Bad en nor tn efederal government will have any authority over them. Sus- pensions of the sentences are regard ed practically as pardons.
 The release of the men has aroused great interest in German circles. and already. il is said. member of the Nationalist party will make it the basis of interpellations when the Reichstag convenes after the Easter recess.
 The action of the Baden govern ment in releasing the men was due to representations made by Brig Gen. II. T Allen. commander of the Ameri- can general staff, to the governmea at through member of the General Staff. who went to Berlin recently and conferred With the German authori. ties
 Neufs wife returned to Coblenz from Mosbach where the two men were jailed, and was delighted by the news of their release. The Rhineland doughboys are preparing for big vel come and ovation for their comrades, who will be brought by automobile 10 Coblen2
The spectator., 1921-04-08
FORMER EMPEMOR
 ATTEMPTS RETURN
AUSTRIA CLOSES HER FRONTIERS AGAINST Ex-EMPEROR
 CHARLES,

Nienna.-The entire Austro-Hunga. rian frontier has been closed by joint acton Of the two governments pending the final disposition of former Empe. TOT Charles. The Spanish minister here has asked the government for pass to enable the ex-ruler to cross the country. and 1t is reported that Charles intends transferring the entire former royal family to Spain.
 Semi-ofticial advices from Budapest say the Hungarian regent. Admiral Horthy, is using the attempt of 'harles to regain the throne to strengthen his own position as dicta. tor. Admiral Horthy already has ar. rested several army leaders who ap- peared inclined to place themselves in the service of the former emperor. the adviCes say
 The Austrian government is taking every possible precaution 10 prevent charles from re-entering the country from Steinamanger, West Hungary, where he has taken refuge Armed guards from various organizations have been stationed along the frontier 10 intercept the former emperor should he attempt to recrosS into Austria. Armories of the association of former officers are under heavy guard 10 prevent the removal of arms. and homes of all generals in the old i'm. perlal army are under police suryeil, lance. IL is reported that many off. cers of the old army are hurrying In groups to towns adjacent to Steina- manager
 Meanwhile the little entente" comprising Czecho- Slovakia. lugo- Slayia and Rumania, has served no- tice on the Austrian government that troops Will be marched into Austria at the slightest indioauon that former Emperor Charles IS to bc permitted to remain in the country.
 Uneasiness and nervousness prevail among all classes in Vienna. wncr,. the situation is considered one of the utmost gravity
 Charles visited Budapest recently. with the ides of taking possession ot the Hungarian throne, but was unable to induce the Hungarian government to fall in with his plan, | has been learned from unofficial but excellent sources The former ruler came 10 Budapest, accompanied by TWO friends. He arrived at the palace at o'clock in the afternoon, and invited Admiral Horthy, the regent. to turn over the reigns of government to him
 The regent. however. refused and induced the eX-monarch to promise tC return tu Switzerland
The spectator., 1921-04-08
GREEKS ROUTED AND. PURSUED BY TURKS
NATIONALIST CLAIM COMPLETE VICTORY OVER THE INVRp-
 ING HELLENES.
CREEKS LAM SUCCESS
Railways Have Refused Transporta ton For Greek Troops-lntend To Make Greece Reausit the
 Railways.

ConStantinople - Further confirma. ton has been received here of the re. ports that the Greeks have suffered 8 severe setback at Eski.Shehr, and that they are unable at present to continue their advance
 The Greek official communiuue claims the Greek army is repulsing VI. nique says:
 We have won a complete victory on the EskiShehr front and are pur. suing the enemy. We broke through the left wing, and the center is yield. ing. The Greek losses are heavy"
 Heavy fighting is continuing. with the Turks holding up the Greek ad vance. The total Greek casualties are reported to be more than 1000, and the Greek medical service is declared to have broken down
 The railways have refused transpor. tation to the Greek troops. it being the intention 10 force requisition of the railway lines in order to place re- sponsibility upon the Greek govern nent for whatever damage is caused to them
 Greek forces which were driven out of Eski-Shehr by q Turkish counter. attack recently are in full retreat. Turkish cavalry is declared to be pur. suing the Greeks
 Progress along the southern front in the Greek offensive against the Turk ish Nationaists in Asia Minor. and the repulse of q Turkish attack in the northern sector are reported in the Greek official army statement. is. sued under date of March 3l, It reads
 Southern group = Reconnaissance troops pushing on Karahissar along the railway attacked and dislodged the enemy at Buyota and Bhonpanlar stations.
 Northern group - On March 90 the Greek troops. while fortifying the heights of kovalitza, were vigorously ! attacked throughout the day. but re- pulsed the enemy, who suffered heay. fly
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Thousands Have Kidney Trouble and Never
 Suspect It
Applicants for Insurance Often
 Rejected.

Judging from reports from druggists who are constantly m direct touch with the public, there is one preparation that has been very successful in overcoming these conditions. The mild and healing influence of Dr. kilmer's Swamp Root IS soon realized. It stands the highest for its remarkable record of success.
 An examining physician for one Of the prominent Life Insurance Companies. in an interview on the subject, made the as tonIshlnG statement that one reason why go many applicants for insurance are re- Jeeted is because kidney trouble IS SO common to the American people, and the large majority of those whose applca tiCns are declined do not even suspect that they have the disease. It Is on sale at All drug stores in bottles of two sizes medium and large.
 However. if you wish first to test this great preparation send ten cents to Dr. Kilmer X Co. Binghamton. N Y., for a sample h,ttle. When writing be sure and mention this paper.-Adv,
The spectator., 1921-04-08

When your sSin breaks out with itching eruptions, letter, rash, ec- zema, psoryasis, or other terrifying disorders, temporary relief will do you but little good, for soon all the itching and irritation breaks out afresh with renewed fury, and you soon realize that local remedies such as ointmenrs, salves and simi- lar treatment will never rid you of your trouble.
 These troubles originate in the blood. and if you expect real sub
The spectator., 1921-04-08
To Govern Canal.

Washington.-Col. Jay J. Morrow who has been acting as governor of the Panama Canal Zone. was formally appointed to the governorship recent Iy by President Harding The presI. dent appointed Capt. Sumner F, w. Virgin Islands
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Mutiny Charge Dropped.

missioner Browne has discharged from custody Philip Bender, Henry Eipan. Hans Raudin. l.. kuprezuif and D. Dorsh. charged with mutiny in connec- ton with disturbance aboard the Shipping Board vessel City of Alton near Rio Ge Jaueiro
The spectator., 1921-04-08
stations
Plan Steamer Line.

Youngstown, Ohio.-Announeement by the United States Steel Corporation of the establishment of a line of steamers te carry steel to the Pacific coast via the Panama Canal is eX- pected soon after the return of F. H. Gary. chairman of the board of the corporation. from his trip to Van CouNer.
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Gen. Aaines Returns.

Hoboken, \. J, Brig Gen. iaines, adutant of the United States marine corps. has returned here oa the steam ship Colon after seven weeksj in- spectiou of marines in H0yu and san. to NOmlNEO.
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Aune Wireless Statinn

Washington - Work on a wireless station at shanghai. to be the largest in the world, will begin soon under an agreement between the Chinese gov. ornmen and the Federal Telegraph Company, an American concern, it was announced.
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Sank President Are sted.

Houston, Tex-C l.. Johnson, prcsi- dent of the Houston Trust and Say ings Bank. unincorporated, which has closed its doors recently was arrested on complaint of q depositor filing in Justice Court. charging him with re- ceiying a deposit in an insolvent bank.
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Red Move ts Beaten

Southport. England - The Inde, pendent Labor party in conference here has rejected by an overwhelming majority, a proposal to accept Lenine's 2l conditions for utilization with the Third International of Moscow.
The spectator., 1921-04-08
important to Mothers
Victim of Necessity.

Senator said that statesman's pri- vate secretary, n delegation of lady lobbyists insists on being seen.'
 Bless their hearts, cried the sena- tor, in his most cheerful manner, tell 'em to line up on the capitol steps and I'll guarantee they'll be seen by no less than half n dozen press photog raphers. As for me, I'm busy and posi- lively cannot see them"
 That's what the senator wanted to say.
 As q matter of fact. he groaned aloud, put aside Il batch of important papers. and weakly said. show them n."-Birmingham Age Herald.
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Box Plant Is Burned,

Newborn, N C-Fire of an undeter- mined origin destroyed the Mouse We. neer X Box Go plant here. entailing loss to building and stock estimated at between S75.000 and Sl00.UU0. with $3o. 900 insurance
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Why Are Skin Diseases
 So Difficult to Overcome?

stantial relief you must treat them through the blood.
 The best remedy for this purpose is S.S.S., the fine old blood remedy that purifes the blood of disease germs, and thus restores the skin to a normal and healthy condition.
 Begin taking S.S.S. today, and write our medical director for ex- pert advice without charge. Ad- dress Chief Medical Adviser, 161 Swift Laboratory, Atlanta. Ga S. s. s. is not sold or recommended for venereal diseases.
The spectator., 1921-04-08
ko ore Misery
 After Eating
 sEHSf Takes An Eaf0niC

The first dose of Eatonic did me wonders. l take it at meals and am no longer bothered with indigestion" writes Mrs. Ellen Harris.
 Thousands of people, like this dear lady, gratefully testify about Eatonic. which does it's wonders by taking up and carrying out the excess acdity and gases which bring on indigestion heartburn bloating. belching' and food repeating. Acid stomach also causes about seventy other non-organic aii- ments. Protect yourself. A big box of Eatonic costs but trifle With your druggists guarantee.
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Fire Damace s25o. 900.

Crowley, La. Damage estimated at S250000 was caused by fire of un- determined origin which recently de siroyed the business section of lota, La. l2 miles from here. The opera house was among the buildings de- stroyed
The spectator., 1921-04-08
IT COSTS MONEY TO GET SICK

Save money and suffering by keeping VacherB Balm handy. If used in time ness from getting bad.
 There is nothing better, avoid im- tations.
 Ask your druggist or send for free sample F.. w. VACHER, Inc, New Orleans. Ia.-Ady.
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Germans To Argentina.

Rueuos Aires.-Four hundred Ger man immigrants came to Argentina a few days ago 10 seek their fortunes anew oa board the first passenger yes sel flying the German flag which en- tered this port since the beginning C the wal
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Is Annointrd Consul

Washington Wesley w. Frost. foreienrade adviser of tho state De- partment, has been detailed as consul al Maraeiles. France, w. w Cumbcr- land has been designated acting trade adviser.
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Women Made Eliaihle.

Nashville, Tenn. - The Tennessee Senate, with one dissenting vote. pass. ed a bill introduced by Mrs. Parks Morley. Tennessee's only woman legis- lator. making women eligible for pub lie office
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Locomotive Blows Up.

Denison, TeXas.-Engineer Perdue is dead and Fireman Went is not ex. pected to live as the result of Missou. ri. Kansas and Texas freight engine No, 555 blowing up near Cumby. Ter
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Greek Repel Attacks.

Athens The Greeks have captured ANghiu and held it against % Turkish counter-attacks. says the official com munication issued recently. Kovalitza also has been taken blythe Greeks,
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Much Fraud Is Barred.

St Lou5s, Investigation of S9 of the 500 city precincts has revealed 4.393 fraudulent registrations for the municipal election April 3, thr Boa d If Election Commissioners have an uouuccd.
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Steamer Service Resumed.

Washington Regular steamer serv. ice between Mediterranean and north ern Brazilian ports has been begun by the Italian National Navigation Com pany
The spectator., 1921-04-08
The Demand for Scientists.

Plans for the establishment of a first-gradc school of technology with accommodations for about TOO men have been announced by Ohcrlin col lese. The college k in the heart of Il rapidly growing industrial district and insiStrut calls are made upon the college for scientifically trained tech nieal men
The spectator., 1921-04-08
New German Protest.

Geneva The League of Nations has received a second protest from Ger, many calling attention to the con- tinued occupancy by allied troops of German territory.
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Oil Mill Destroyed.

Lawrenceville. Ga-Fire of undeter. mined origin destroyed the Winder )il mill here recently with loss esti. mated at sl00000, The roller mill and gin outfit were saved.
The spectator., 1921-04-08
ASPIRIN
Name "Bayer" on Genuine

Take Aspirin only as told in each package of genuine Bayer Tablets of Aspirin. Then you will be following the directions and dosage worked out by physicians during 2l years, and proved safe by millions. Take no chances with substitutes. If you see the Bayer Cross on tablets, you can take them without fear for Colds, Headache. Neuralgia, Rheumatism, Earache, Toothache. Lumbago and for Pain. Handy tin boxes of twelve tablets cost few cents. Druggists also sell larger packages, Aspirin is the trade mark of Bayer Manufacture of Monoaceticacidester of Salieylicacid.- Adv.
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Catarrh Can Be Cured

Catarrh is a local disease greatly influ- enced by constitutional conditions IL therefore requires constitutional treat ment HALLS CATARRH MEDICINE is taken internally and acts through the Blood on the Mucous Surfaces of the system. HALLS CATAR R II MEDICINE destroys the foundation of the disease. gives the patient strength by improving the general health and assists nature in doing it's work,
 All Druggists. Circulars free.
 r. J. Cheney & Co.,, Toledo. Ohio.
The spectator., 1921-04-08
Berry Records Broken.

New Orleans. All records have hcen broken by this springs shipment f strawberries to Northern markets
 rom the berry-growing parish Ct rarg,pahoa.