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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30
Practical Work of
"Bugologist" Will
Help Save the Crops

Lawrence. Kan. Dec. 29.-(By
A. P. MaiD-As the result of
the development of new and
practical system of classifying the
hemitera group of ms Gets, H. B. Hun
gerford, professor of entomology in
the University of Kansas, has been
called to Washington, D. c., by DR.. L.
0. Howard, director of the National
Museum, to assist in classifying a
large number of insect specimens in
the National Museum.
The hemitera group of insects in
cludes the chinch bug, squash bug
and San Jose scale, the most destruc-
tive group of insects from an econo-
mic standpoint. For years scientists
have been unable to deve.u9 a sure
system of classifying members of this
group which is important because Of
the methods used in combating the
different insect pests which affect
crops.
Originally. classification was made
by color, but this has not been a sure
index. The method Of classification
worked out by Professor Hungerford
is according to the internal structure
of the insects.
First information concerning Pro-
fessor Hungerfords experiments was
published in the University of Kan
'sas Scientific Quarterly with the re-
suit that scores of letters of inquiry
have come from scientists throughout
the country and in Europe.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30
New Corporations

The Office of the attorney general
las approved the articles of incor-
poration of the following new cor
porations, organized under the laws
OF Maine:
Penobscot County Water Co, or
ganized Dec. % at Bangor. Capital
stock, $4,000 all common; nothing
paid in; par value, 500; shares sub
scribed, 3. President. Z. c. Ryder.
Bangor; treasurer, Howard Corning,
Bangor; clerk. Edward NJ. Graham
Bangor; directors. the above. Pur-
poses, to own, operate and maintain
water works as defined in Chapter
SIS, Revised Statutes, in one or any
number Of places, for supplying
water for domestic and other uses:
to acquire other water works and to
conduct a general water business,
Approved Dec. 81.
Jenckes & Merriman. Incorporated.
organized Dec. % at Portland Capt.
tai stock, 1900 shares of no par
value; all common: nothing paid in:
shares subscribed. 7. President, H.
r. Johnson, Portland; treasurer, NJ.
F. Foster, Portland: clerk. A. B.
Farnham; directors. the above. Pur-
poses, a general cotton business and
general manufacturing and mer-
chandise business. Approved Dec. "a
ErLouise, Incorporated. organized
Dec. II at kittery. Capital stock.
$4,000: of which $4,000 is preferred
and $4,000 is common; nothing paid
in; par value, $40; shares subscribed,
.. Purposes. to manufacture and
deal in confectionery, and deal in
cigars, tobacco, etc. Approved Dec.
p. President Harry W. Foster,
kittery; treasurer. George e. Burn
ham. Kittery: clerk. Elmer ]. Burn
ham; directors, the above. Approved
Dec. %.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30
ADJUSTMENTS
"The Old Nest" Four
DAYS Next Week

When 1.-The Old Nest" comes to the
Augusta Opera House on next We'd
nesday, Thursday. Friday and Satur-
Cay, the people of Augusta and sur
rounding towns will have a chance to
see a picture.that has been hailed by
critics and reviewers as the most sat-
isfying all-American picture that has
yet been produced. The theme, that
Of a mother who sees her six chill
dren leave her, one by one, is common
to American families. All the poig-
nancy Of feeling that these leave
takings arouse in real life have been
caught on the screen.
Rupert Hughes is the author of this
unusual tale of mother love. He has
sought to present cross-section of a
universal, theme as applied to an
American family. All the joys and
sorrows connected with raising a
family have been dramatized. Each
of the children grow to manhood or
womanhood with its own individual
interests, then leaves the old nest to
follow the call Of his desires. Only
their mother is left to her loneliness
and her memories. But, as in every
American family, the young remem-
Der the old nest and return to it.
The picture was produced by Gold
wyn and was directed by Reginald
Barker. Mary Alden plays the old
mother, and her performance has
been said to be a masterpiece of
screen acting.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30
Mae Murray Has Fine
Picture in "The Gilded Lily"

Mae Murray. famous Paramount
star and dancer has been provided
with a picture story of great drama
tic power which was especially writ
ten for her by Clara Beranger. 1t is
The Gilded Lily" and it will be the
feature attraction at the Opera House
for two days, beginning today. Rob-
ert T. Leonard, husband of the star,
E-ade the production.
The story fits Miss Murray like a
glove and presents her in the role in
which she first became famous-a
dancer. All of the scenes are laid in
New York.
Lily Drake, dancer of the Club
Royale, is the type of girl that is all
sham and rouge on the exterior, but
real and true when the tarnish and
tinsel are off. She is sought by many
men, including a typical New York
man about town and a youth from
the country. In the contest between
them to win her hand and in the final
incidents, Miss Beranger has given an
unusual twist that is declared to be
entirely original and will place the
picture in the front rank for its story
value.
The two leading roles are played by
Lowell Sherman, as the New York
man about-town and Jason Robards
as the country boy. Others in the
cast include Thurlow Bergen. Leo
nora Ottinger and Mrs. Pauline
Dempsey.
1t is a picture that the management
has no hesitancy in recommending to
its patrons. There will be the custo-
mary surrounding program on the
bill, including the comedy and Re
view, while the usual starting hours
and prices will prevail during it's en-
gagement on the last two days of the
old ycar.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30
ELLSWORTH CITY FARM

inspection made Dec. s. Superin-
tendent and matron, Mr.. and Mrs.
Myron r. Carlisle. Began Jan. I,
1920, on contract to run almshouse
and care for all poor in Ellsworth
for $3.50 a year for five years. Two
farm hands employed in summer.
Inmates number six: have been as
high as u. The four men are each
over 60: one woman ever and one
under 60. Three inmates are feeble
minded; help what they are able.
Women have no separate sitting
room.
housekeeping good: no vermin
seen. Food properly cared for in
closets and small ice box. Good
stock of vegetables, apples and
canned fruit in cellar. Hot air
furnace. but it heats only for the in
mates the second hallway and bath
room. Some of other rooms have
registers over wood stoves or a
chimney. Kerosene lamps used. City
water, but only fire protection is
from two dry powder extinguishers
and 100 feet Of garden hose.
The almshouse is old and the sys-
tenn Of contracting with the superin-
tondent is Anticipated. He should be
placed on a salary and the city
should appropriate whatever is
necessary for the support OF the
poor.
endations-Electric lights.
More adequate heating. Provision
for the separation of the sexes. Sim
pic hospital accommodations for the
sick.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30
ArOOstoOk Farmers
Resent Action B. & A., NJ.
c. in Freight Reduction

Letters and kilograms are pouring
into the Maine Public Utilities Com
missions Office from the farm
ers Of Maine and particularly
from those Of Aroostook coun-
ty, in protest against the refusal
OF the Bangor 8. Aroostook and Maine
Central Railroads to join the rest OF
the railroads of the United States in
making 10 per cent. freight reduc-
ton on farm products. The follow
ing show their tenor:
From John J. Edmunds, secretary
of the Maine Shippers 6 Growers
Association, Mars Hill:
Understand all New England rail-
roads except the Bangor & AroostooS
and Maine Central agree to reduction
of freight rates. We insist this is a
gross unfairness and rank discrimi-
nation against the Maine growers of
produce We wish to enter our pro-
Test against profiteering attitude on
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30

the part of the B. & A. especially.
Please exert your influence to have
these two railroads fall in line with
the rest of the United States"
From II. D. Hews, Pomona master
OF Executive committee, Pressure Isle:
"Aroostoolz Pomona Grange con-
slders action taken by Bangor &
Aroostook and Maine Central is not
granting the tariff reduction on DO
tatoes, hay and apples a serious blow
to Maine agriculture, especially the
Aroostook farmers. Potato rates from
Aroostook to Long Island are approx
lmately &c cents per barrel more than
from the Central West TO the same
point. We desire the same considera :
ton and reduction as other roads"
From D. w. Gilman, president of
Aroostook Federation Of Farmers.
Caribou:
'Aroostook Federation of Farmers
protests refusal Of Maine Central and
Bangor & Aroostool to join the other
New England roads in reduction of
freight rate. Refusal will, seriously
lnJure Aroostook farmers"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30

Chief A. NJ. G. Soule of the Divi-
sion of Inspection, Department Of
Agriculture, accompanied by Com
missioner +. =. Washburn, was at
Newport on Wednesday and gave
hearing to the following persons.
charged with violation of the laws
regarding the packing and branding
of apples packages, decisions to be
given later:
w. B. Ferguson of Dixmont; G.. L.
Folsom, Exeter; E. 3. Ireland. Ste.-
son; P. E. Severance, Newburg; A.
f. Jolander, Hampton; Frost & Wal
ker. Dexter; Dow e Payne, East
Newport.
Chief Soule was at Burnham June
ton on Thursday and gave hearing
to the following, on similar charges
and decisions to be given later:
W. H. Arnold of Belfast; C. A.
Jones, South China: Z. r. Carter.
Monroe; 'and Percy L. Scribner,
Searsport.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30

The rush for registration at the
Automobile Bureau, Department of
State, will remind you of a bargain
sale or a Christmas rush in a depart
ment store. Between $4,000 and
$4,000 was put on the books on
Wednesday and Thursdays crowd
were about the same On Thursday
and this does not include the large
amount coming in by mail, to handle
which the entire force is now work
ing nights.
The Motor Vehicle Inspection De-
partment, H. A. Shorey, Jr., chief,
and the Automobile Registration Bu-
reau, under Secretary of State Frank
w. Ball, is working in perfect CO.
operation. Chief Shorey has several
OF his highway police on duty in
various cities, assisting with the
registration. They accept the appli-
cations and. the fees, come to An
gusta, secure the plates and licenses,
and return to their stations with the
goods. They are located as follows,
for a few days:
Bangor-Inspectors Allen and
Stilkey.
Observation-Disclosures Wheeler.
Lewiston-Inspector O'Connell.
Portland-Inspectors Jensen. Files,
Morrill, and Libby.
This arrangement has already
proved a success and has materially
helped lessen the mail congestion
both in the Registration Bureau and
the mail service.
With but two more days for the
legal right to carry the 1921 plates on
an automobile, it is expected that the
rush on Friday and Saturday morn
ing will be even greater than It has
been. Nearly $500 operators IL
censes had been issued at the close
of business Thursday afternoon.
which means nearly the same number
OF machines.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30

wrong number when
you give the right
number. Do you ?"
"Well- perhaps not
usually, hut with an
noying frequency"
"And then what
happens?"
"Well-I rattle the
hook, sputter a little,
and perhaps wax sar-
castle"
"But you usually
stick to 1T until you
get the number you
want, don't you? l
ask that simply to
make clear this point
that it is to the
operators self inter-
est not to make wrong
connections purpose
ly or carelessly."
eyes, l see that it
only makes more
work for her, but"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30
MORALS OF MARCUS"
PROVIDES RARE FILM. PLOT

Those pessimistic persons who be-
wall the "clreapness" of motion pic
lures should all see Morals" which
opens at the Colonial Theatre today,
with May McAvoy in the stellar role.
For Morals is none other than a
screen version of that delightfully."-
whimsical novel by William ]. Locke,
THE Morals of Marcus Ordeyne." So
here is the best of modern British lit
crature brought to the screen with
out injury in the transition, by those
two finished artists in their respective
fields, Julia Crawford 1vers, scenariSt,
and William Desmond Taylor, direc-
tor.
Those who admired the remarkable
human appeal of May McAvoy in
Sentimental Tommy" will have ad-
ditional cause to commend that quail
ity after seeing Morals" She makes
the little Anglo Turkish harem girl a
real person, a maid whose developing
character provides new pleasures as
the picture proceeds on its way.
William p. Carleton is an excellent
choice for Sir Marcus Ordeyne. The
same dignified appearance and I'M
DERIVING emotional ability that made
successful his work in Inside the
Cup" stood him in good stead for the
scenes where his staid English house
hold is thoroughly upset by the inno-
cent unconventionalitics of the sur
prising Carlotta.
Kathlyn Williams Is splendid as
usual in the important role of Judith
Mainwaring. Other players complet-
ing really fine cast include William
f. Lawrence, Bridgeta Clark, Sydney
Bracey. Starke Patterson, Nicholas de
Ruiz and Marian Skinner.
winners of the West" the eighth
episode, and the Pathe news will
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30
Merchants Must Make
Concessions or Face
CO-OperatiVe Store

Pittsburgh, Dec. 29.-Townspcople
and farmers must put themselves in
an attitude of making concessions or
as an alternative, cooperative stores
esta blished by combinations of farm
, ers will ultimately drive local mcr-
chants out of the business, John VI.
Gillette, Of the University of North
Dakota told the members of the
American Sociological Society at its
annual meeting here today.
THAT organizations of farmers
have intensified the strife between
city and country is generally recog-
nized by students of the subject"
continued DR.. Gillette TOO often
the blame is attached exclusively to
the farmers as if they have no rights
of elfprotection. 1t is not always
perceived that the business clements
of cities have been organized as a
profit grating class for a long time
and that the tendency is for all
these elements to present atunited
front when ameliorative agricultur-
al legislation is proposed or when
farmers attempt cooperative enter
prises.
IF the farmers are right in their
contentious that they received an
unduly small proportion of the pro
ceeds from their produce. then they
have right to organize both eco
nomically and politically to protect
their interests. But be it remem-
tered that their cooperative efforts
evoke about as MUCH hostility as do
their political attempts.
There are many directions for
farmers and townsmen to take in
thelr teamwork together. Good
roads are mutually desirable. Both
sides have a common interest in
promoting local industries. They
make nearby markets for certain
xmas OF farm produce and serve as
the basis of diversified farming.
Since it is chiefly over matters of
trade that country and town are ar
raSed against each other. the ones
tlon arises as to how they can com
pose their differences. The local
merchant insists that farmers and
other consumers should patronize
nome industries and grow quite bit
ter over buying from mail order
houses The farmer, in turn. in
sists that local prices of the th;r,ps
ne buys are too high and for things
he sells, too low.
III both sides will be sensible and
Ialr' there is basis of comprom:s 20
out townsmen and farmers must mt
themselves in the attitude of MAX
ing concessions. The farmers should
not be expected to sacrifice all Of
thelr gains from buying from mail
order houses. for examine. cor
should they expect small merchants
70 meet the prices of such huge ard
enlclent establishments. The NOR
chant should be willing to cut prices
ana farmers to pay margin for To-
cal convenience.
The alternative would annear -
De the development of Cooperative
stores by farmers that will ultimate
~ drive local merchants out of
business. The latter would become
managers of and statesmen in suoh
undertakings. This would remove
Inc reason for strife"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30
JOICE

Miss Ina Henry of Portland Nrs
riofa oickIofo Oh Augusta and Mr..
anu .ls' thompson and children OF
uafuiher were christmas guests at
~ "oiiie VI Mr. and Mrs. John Hen
Mr.. and Mrs. Martin of HaI,owe,,
were Christmas guests AT the Iou,;s,
homestead. -
ch..a beatrice and Blanche
" Aususta passed the week
NJ 80 hristmas at the home of
- MIs. Alton Mckindsley.
wara Vi MISS Josephine KeaIey
able to begin her school tb;s waaL
All hope she will soon be much i'm
proved in health.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30

"Let me interrupt to say that I'll laugh
at your little joke if you'll laugh at mine"
she said producing clipping of a news
paper cartoon reproduced on this page.
Neither is broadly true. AS matter
Of fact, you probably get better than SO
per cent of your calls completed cor
rectly, if you stop to keep record of
them all. We wish all could be so COM
pleted, but it is probably true that lack of
care on our part causes some wrong num-
bers. 1t is also true that some subscribers
show lack of care in making calls, after the
manner of this exaggerated cartoon, or in
looking up the right numbers, but it would
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30

who switch the call to do so quickly b.
carefully and correctly"
"I'll agree" said the caller.
Good" said the chief operator. I've
try to do our part 100 per cent correctl
Check up your next hundred calls and see
We're always glad to have people visit OIL
central office. Let us know day in al
vance, if possible, so that someone may
free to receive and escort you.
New England Telephone & Telegraph Con
pany
F. P. Gray, Manager
w. E. Pickett, Wire Chief
Beatrice c. Ouellette, Chief Operator
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30
TROY

The Christmas tree held ,rordo,
evening atsthe Troy church was Wei,
al'eiiueo and an excellent program
was given by the children, with fine
singing by Mrs. Coffin and her dauch-
yer Marguerite, and an anthem. sung
oy choir. The two handsome trees
we're beautifully decorated and there
was a good supply of gifts.
- Tree was filled at the BagIey Hill
scAooihouse on Saturday evening
which was enjoyed by the school and
parents -
Af. and Mrs. Eugene Foster and
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30
by the State Board of Charities and
CARIBOU TOWN FARM

by the State Board Of Charities and
Corrections:
CARIBOU TOWN FARM
Inspection made Dec. 5. Superin-
tendent and matron, Mr.. and Mrs.
Wilbert killcollins; six years ex-
perience; salary, $500. A hired man
about six months of the year. In
mates, two men over 60; one woman
under 60; one very feeble minded.
Inmates have use OF daily papers
and magazines. Woman helps with
homework; men not required to
work. Inmates battle once a week;
have individual cups and towels; live
separately, except at meals. No
travellers or Migrants allowed, except
on order from overscers.
Ceilings have been repaired. New
supply of pillow cases and five new
puffs have been made, new dishes
purchased, new table oilc1oth and
one new bed. A new potato house
has been built
recommendations of the
rooms need papering and painting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30

nor is willing to appoint whenever
county will provide the salary, 1t is
the only one yet to, do so.
r. B. Porter of Cambridge. Mass.
of the sales force of the Suffolk En-
craving and Electrotyping Co., was
a caller Thursday afternoon upon
Supt. of Public Printing Joseph p.
Grenier at the Capitol.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30
dccSndl {

today from Leeds where she has been
visiting her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
o. E. Curtis.
The many friends in town of Mrs.
Everett Wing, who underwent sur
gical operation at the Central Maine
hospital in Lewiston, will be glad to
learn that she is improving.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30
State House Chat

Mrs. Frances L. Kelley of Lewis
ton, associate probation officer for
Androscoggin county, was a business
caller on Thursday at the State
Board of Charities and Corrections.
Mrs. Kelley enjoys the distinction of
being the only officer OF that rank
in the State. Androscoggin county
commissioners have shown a progress
sive spirit because While the Cover
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30
sessuE AAYAKAwA TOMORROW

In his latest production from Rob-
ertson- Cole studios, THE Swamp" a
tale Of hearts in the city's slums.
The Swamp" is on the same high
plane as when Lights Were Low"
the previous Hayakawa subject that
scored such success at the Colonial
a few weeks ago.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30

'Is it a fair question" asked Telephone
Week visitor, with twinkle in his eye, ito
ask what wrong number should ask for to
get Tile right number want"
"It's a fair question" said the chief oper-
ator with smile, "if you usually get
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30
Governors Reception Monday Even

The members of the state House
Family" the Governors staff and
the Executive Council have received
the following invitations:
Governor Percival p. Baxter ex-
tends to you his best wishes for the
New Year and invites YOU as a mem
Der of the State House Family to a
reception at the Blaine house Mon
day evening, Jan. .. from to 10
o'clock.'
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30
No. More
Gettiing
)D Mig hts!
Bladder Weakness Quickly Corrects
by Recent scien life Discovery
For Old and Ycung
SO Cent Package Free

What a wonderful comfort TO ST.:
all night and not get up at least ont
and maybe six or eight times, eve
night because of bladder wcakneS
Have you forgotten what the rcstt1
ness and luxury of an unbrokcn mig
OF untrOubled Sleen is llEc2
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30

Cold, stormy weather drove mo-
than a score of deer to take refuge
the sheds of the town hall at New
town. Conn. Aroused by tho bari
ing of a dog, farmer surprised Of
buck, 16 does and several fawns
the sheds. They fed at his al
proach.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30
DID YOU VISIT US?
How Little Joke Led One Callers to eaze the Meaning
-. Cooperation

be unfair to make broad general STATEN,
to that effect, because as a rule. calls !.
completed promptly and correctly" "
"Still it would help you, you'll admit
there were fewer exceptions to the rule"
Indeed it would" said the chief opera,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30

heartily. !
But instead /
cracking little joks
at each Others u
pense about wrODt
numbers and N
blame for them, sum
pose we agree TIL
there are three ps,i
ties to a telepho,I
call-the person call,
ing, the person callsl
and the operator j
operators who cor|
meet them. Let's ald
agree that it is ii!
duty of the perse,
calling to get ii!
right number froI
the directory, to spea.
it clearly and did
tinctly into the trans,
mitter; of the persa1
called to ansve'
promptly; and of tn
Droro+on ~, aI '
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1921-12-30

their children of York passed Il
holiday as guests Of Rev. and Mrs
c. Lamb.
Rev. Miss Whitney passed Chris
mas With Miss Carrie Weymouth
The Misses Erdcne Pierce, LaW
Pratt and Edith Mitchell and Haryt
Mitchell are at hCmc for the
Christmas vacations.