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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
Haliowell High Senior Girls
Meet For Social Sewing Bee

The senior girls of the high school
met Friday afternoon at the home Of
Miss Audrey Snare for very pleas
ant afternoon Of work and social
intercourse. The important business
of the afternoon was the making Of
the 1923 banner Cor use in the Arm
lstice Day parade. A considerable
amount of work was accomplished
on articles for Hockey Pokey Fair.
The lists of articles promised by
friends of the school for the seniors
fancy work booth were very encGur-
aging.
After the work Of the afternoon a
pleasant social hour was enjoyed.
Music, piano. vocal and ukelele, cdd-
ed to the pleasure Of the occasion.
Refreshments were served. by the
hostess, Miss Audrey Snare, assisted
by Mrs. Snare. Delicious sandwiches.
cocoa, cookies and fancy cakes and
divinity fudge were enjoyed by the
fortunate guests.
These meetings come at intervals
ant as well as busy functions. The
seniors are to have the fancy work
booth and the fish pond" at Hoiey
Pokey.
The w. c. c. Club. Chelsea. will.
hlod another of it's popular sotlals
at school house No. 8, Saturday eve
ming, Nov. IL.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
.S9,OOODamage to Main
Street Block by Fire
Millinery Co. Losers

An alarm was sounded by box 1913
yesterday morning at 10 o'clock and on
responding the fircmen found consid-
cradle blaze in progress in the rear of
the wooden building at 100 Main
street. 1t looked at first as though
the entire block would be destroyed
but the quick work of the local fire.
men prevented a more serious blaze.
The loss was estimated to be betwe al
$4,000 and $4,000. which is partially GOV
cred by insurance.
When the firemen from the local sta
ton arrived it was found that nearly
the entire back of the block on Mer-
chants Court was on fire. One line OF
hose war run into the building from
Main street and two from the rear on
Merchants Court. A chemical line
was also run into the building from
the fire truck. The fire was brought
under control in short time. Charles
Rubin. who does business under the
name of the New York Millinery Store.
was the heaviest loser He estimates
that his loss to the new stock which
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
Membership Campaign
For c. of C. Closes With
Seventy-Seven Gain

Seventy seven new members were
reported signed up for the local
Chamber of Commerce by the mem
bership campaign committee COM
posed of the directors and solicitors
who met at luncheon yesterday noon
at Harmon's cafe to announce the
results of their two days campaign.
Two Of the committee were unable to
be present and when their reports
come in the number will be consid-
erably larger Several Of the solicit
tors have not been able to see all OF
the names on their lists and a final
report will be made on Tuesday
afternoon at the regular meeting of
the board of directors Of the Cham
Der.
The largest number signed up by
enc man was IA by DR.. A. Jolly, a
veteran Chamber Of Commerce man
who enjoys the distinction of having
been a member Of the old Board of
Trade and the Chamber Of Com
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
Local Scout Troop Enjoys
Augusta Y. M. C. A. Privileges

The local troop Of Boy Scouts en-
joyed Thursday evening the privi-
ieges of the ~" in Augusta. Thirty
eight boys were present. This plan Of
having the weekly sessions of the
Scouts at the Y. NJ. c. A. building is
proving extremely successful. The
gymnasium training they are receiv-,
ing is likely to result in the utter
elimination of the round -shouldered
boy from scout ranks. The work of
Mr.. Freeman is particularly appre-
ciated by the scouts.
An interesting feature Of Thurs
days meeting was the fact that the
scoutmaster and a delegation from
Gardiner Boy Scouts were present to
inspect the working out of Principal
Pigelow's new idea about Hallowell
scout meetings.
Three new members were added at
this meeting. The troop is already
the largest in the county. having
special permission to. exceed the US
ual limit. So large is the troop that
two assistant scoutmasters. Arthur
Leonard and Carroll Gray, have been
appointed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
Red Cross Sunday Nov. IL

The committee in charge Of the
Red Cross Roll Call for 1922 in the
Hallowell district wishes to call to
the notice of the Hallowell public
that tomorrow-Nov. 12th-is Red
Cross Sunday throughout the nation
and that the annual drive is to be
made on that day. A Red Cross
worker will visit every home in Hal
lowell some time between II and )
so everyone is asked to be at home
between those hours if possible. The
Red Cross Drive will not interfere
with the Sunday afternoon Chautau-
qua as the Chautauqua committee
has put the meeting at four o'clock.
especially allowing for time for the
drive. Try to be at home when The
Red Cross worker calls and give
literally.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
Hear Interesting Lecture
On Boston At Baptist Church

Before an interested audience in
the First Baptist church last even
ing, George X. Bassett of Winslow,
gave one of the most interesting lee
lures that has been heard in Water
Vile for a considerable time, taking
for his subject Boston"
Mr.. Bassett had a great number Of
lantern slides picturing the historical
Boston and the Boston of to-day
with its magnificent public buildings
and parks. He started his illustrat-
ed lecture by showing lantern slides
OF Boston in its earliest days, these
slides being drawn from ole paintings
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

merce for 81 years. President Leon
o. Tebbetts Of the Chamber was
next with 10 new members and he
still has several good prospects t6
see. Others of the campaign COM
rnittee reported varying numbers.
Enthusiasm ran high and the men
said that they had met with gratif,--
ing response in nearly every case. 1t
is believ~ that there are many men
in the city who will be glad to join
the organization il an invitation is
extended to them. 1t is hoped that
all Of these men will be reached be-
fore Tuesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

The coming week is Cancer Con-
troll Week The chairman Of this
movement for Hallowell is DR.. Her
bert Hall. Because OF the sessions
of the Chautauqua, there will be no
attempt on the part Of the commit
tees to hold public meeting, but at
any time during the fall or winter
any organization that can find place
on its program for this most valu-
able subject will be provided on ap-
plication to the local chairman with
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
MUNICIPAL COURT

Only two cases of the November
term of the Waterville municipal
court appeared before Judge Charles
w. Atchley yesterday morning and
both Of these We're defaulted. The
case Of Hatfield VS.. Barker; Lawyers
Blackington and the firm of Weeks
and Weeks, which camo up at =
O'Clock and the second case Of MCGEE
vs. Martin; the firm Of Ne-son and
Gardiner appearing for the plaintiff
and Lawyer Blackington for the
defendant.
There are still a few cases lett
and these will be tried Monday and
Tuesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

he has just received an had not time
to insure, was approximately $4,000
The other establishments, which were
damaged by water. were krutsky's
Beauty Parlors. IIarriman's jewelry.
the Direct Importing Co., and the jew
elry store of s. Russakoff The dam
age by water to these stores was very
slight.
While not definitely known, it is
thought that live wire in the rear Of
the building in some way snapped and
started the fire.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
35th Anniversary N. e. o. p.

The S5th anniversary. of the New
England Order Of Protection will be
observed Nov. II by the lodges
throughout the six New England
states. some by banquets others by
and socials. Water
Vile Lodge 221 will hold a whi1t
party in G. A. r. hall on Nov. 10, the
Public are invited to attend and make
our anniversary a grand success.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

school have been greatly aided in
the work of preparing the class ban
ners for the Armistice Day parade,
by the friendly assistance of Halo
we'll citizens in blocking out the fig
ures. A. f. Goodrich, whose daugh-
ter, Dorothy, Is in the freshman
class, provided the letters for that
class. J. w. Brown, who son, Albert
Brown. is member of the sopho-
more class, cut the letters for them.
Charles Alexander did the work for
the juniors and George Lord for the
seniors. The various classes appre-
ciate the time these busy citizens so
generously gave them in doing this
draughting work
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
Mrs, Almira Wentworth

Mrs. Alnlira Wentworth died at her
home, IS Front street yesterday
at the age Of 81 years Mrs.
was born in Albion but
has passed the greater part of her
life in Waterville. The funeral SER
vices will be held at her late home
this afternoon and burial will be
made in the Albion cemetery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Of the historical city. He gradually
brought his audience to the modern
city of o-day. showing the many his
tcric places of interest that are still
standing. The manner in which the
lecturer explained the views added to
the color Of the pictures.
The lantern was operated by Joseph
C. NTH. a junior a. Colby college
who has had considerable experience
with such machine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

The D. w. Adams Co. is holding a
department sale today. Five good
selling articles from each department
have been selected. In other words,
there are just 35 articles and each
has been given q special figure that
is sure to make it move quickly. How
good these bargains are will be seen
by reading of the big ad. in this
iSSue-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
California Accepts
Dry Law by 27.533

San Francisco. Nov. 10-The 18th
amendment to the constitution of the
United States and with it, the Vol
stead act. has been voted into the
law of California by a present mai
ority Of 1883, according to returns
from $685. precincts. out of 6,6S1
compiled today by the Associated
Press
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

The Ladies' Aid of the Methodist
Episcopal church held very success
full rummage sale at the Salvation
Army rooms on Temple street yester-
day. Considerable amount of money
was realized. The committee in charge
consisted of the following: Mrs. A. NJ.
Richards, Mrs. Grace Mayo. Mrs. A.
f. Brown. Mrs. r. A Arnold, Miss E.
Small and Mrs. Swan.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Special Armistice Day services at
Saint Matthews church this morning
at o'clock. The Litany and inter-
cessions for the country. All who are
interested in prayers for those who
died in 1.-THE War" and for our coun
try are cordially invited to attend this
service.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Members Of Waterville Lodge 221.
n. E. o. p, having applications for
to be acted upon are re-
quested to be at the regular meeting
at o'clock sharp which will be held
Monday evening in the banquet room
Of G. A. r. hall. A whist party will
follow at S o'clock in the main hall.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

DR.. Cottam, circuit director of the
Swarthmore Chautauqua, gave an
extremely interesting half-h hour talk
in the assembly room of the high
schol Friday morning. His remarks
were witty and forceful. full Of real
inspiration. He was accompanied in
this visit by Miss Marian Kemery,
junior director
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Hallowell people will be interested
in the wedding of Mrs. Mary Cole
Wood to Edward Bennett. which
took place in Boston sometime ago.
Mrs. Wood is the daughter of Calvin
Cole of this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

The Hallowell post Office will be
open today from A. NJ. to 10 A. NJ.
and from $50 to 7.3O P. NJ. There
will be neither Rural free delivery,
nor any city deliveries, by the car
riers. The money order Office will
be closed all day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
Marion e. Douglass

Marion z. Douglass. the three
year-old daughter of Mr.. and Mrs.
Roy Douglass died at her home. 157
Silver street. yesterday morning Of
diphtheria. Burial will be made this
afternoon in Pine Grove cemetery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

A son, George Ernest, was born
Sunday to Mr.. and Mrs. George
Hawkes., of Falmouth. Mr.. Hawkes.
is a son of Mrs. Lucy ]. Hawkes. of
Hallowell. He is we'll known to Hal
lowell people, and at one time was a
student in the local high school.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

The regular meeting of the Martha
Washington Chapter, Order of East
ern Star, was held last night in the
Masonic hall. Business of Importance
was transacted during the session.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

There will be six prizes. the play
starts at o'clock prompt and chanse
tables at every hand. Refreshments
will be served and pleasant evening
il Guaranteed to all attending.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Mark S. Amory of Glastonbury,
Conn. called on several business
friends in Waterville Friday. Mr..
Amory, until recently. has been con-
nected with the New York office of
the Puritan Cocoa and Chocolate
Products company.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Attention is called to the fact that
it is illegal to sell or put in the hands
of children under IA, sling shots and
air rifles. The children using them
are likely to find themselves in diff
rultieS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

There will be community service
for all the churches Of the city at
7.3O o'clock Sunday eevning at the
City Hall by the Chautauqua Asso-
citation. The operate Company will
furnish sacred music. Chancellor
Bradford will be the chief speaker
Of the evening. All are invited to
attend.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

The Rotary Club will march as
body in the parade this morning All
members are requested to meet IS min
utes before the parade time in the Of
flee Of Dr. J. +. Hill. The parade will
form in Castonguay Square at 10
o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

There was a chimney fire about
$50 P. NJ, Thursday afternoon, at
the home of Mrs. Estelle Wescott.
Warren street. A still alarm was
sent in and Chief Densmore with
several of his men responded. Two
chemicals put out the blaze. The
damage was slight. The property is
a part Of the Hubbard estate.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
"Honor First" a Fox Special at the
Acme Tonight

Honor First" featuring the new
star. John Gilbert. is a typical VIII
liam Fox production. replete win
thrilling scenes and heart stirring
situations. The management OF the
Acme theatre is tc oe congratulated
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Mrs. Elmer c. Douglass, president
Of the Women's Relief Corps. De-
partment of Maine, left Friday for
Rockport, where she will inspect the
+. A. Norwood Corps of that town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

A number of the Junior girls met
Friday afternoon with Miss Ethel
Rice Of the faculty at the home OF
Mrs. Elwyn Andrews to make the
1924 banner for today.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Miss Charlotte Johnson of kents
Hill, is a week. end visitor with her
family in Hallowell. She was calling
on friends in high school Friday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

for booking this nne photoplay which
will be presented at the Acme theatre
tonight. A comedy and the latest
news reel will complete the program.
ADV
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

The Hallowell Tigers will play the
Lewiston Frye Grammar school
football eleven. this Saturday fore
noon, l o'clock. on the muster field.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
Dr.. Frederic j. Patton

formerly of Bath. Maine. has
moved to- Winthrop and will en-
gage in general practice OF medi-
cine and surgery. DIR. Patton has
taken DIR. w. y. Sanborn's resi-
dence on Central street.
Telephone 129.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

turned from visit Of three weeks,
with relatives in Lewiston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Among the business visitors in town
Friday was Leon W. Goodrich OF
Bingham.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Among the business callers in Wa
terville Friday was Elmer .. Dur
gan, of Calais.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Arthur G. Eustis of Colby has gone
to New York city for few days, on
business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

The members of the Getchell street
church are planning for the produc-
ton Of . play on Monday evening,
Nov. 81. The tital of the play is to
THE Fall of a Hat"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Ms Annie T. Page left Thursday
NrW Work city. whore she Will
s.. 'h. winter with her sister. Mrs.
Ig. -tnpNpu
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Percy X. Farraday of Auburn was
visiting several friends at Colby COL
lcge yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Hiram Moody is contemplating a
trip to Kansas City early in Decem-
Der.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Mrs f. M. Ross of Portsmouth, n.
H., was visiting friends in Watcrvillc
yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
HalloWell Local News

Edward Runnells is out again. after
having been housed by a short illness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Arthur Patterson Of Castine was
the guest Of Arthur Stone of Halo
well during the assessors convention
at the State House the past week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Mr.. and Mrs. Fred johnson of Wood
land were visiting friends in town
Friday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

The Methodist Sunday school has
in mind a new contest, an "airplane
trip" around the world.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

took tu Quinn's window. then obey
I' impulse. r. ADV.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

a lecturer "a physician of repute,
whose statements may be regarded
as authoritative.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

John Fougere and daughter Cath
crime are in Lewiston for the week
end.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Mr.. and Mrs. William Niles have
returned from an outing at Lake Cob
posseecontee.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Lucst Ratcs has opened an cleo
Al supplies shop on Water street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Dr. and Mrs. Bradford of Washing
ton. D. C.. are spending a few days in
town on business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

The Hubbard Free Library will
not be open today.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Garfield Horne was a recent visitor
in Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

Clarence Nelson has been housed
by illness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
WATERVILLE

c. A. Sutton was a business caller in
Portland on Friday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
Maria Clark Grammar school is

Maria Clark Grammar school is to
have in the near future an excellent
lighting system. Hitherto, except
for a single room, the lighting has
been Inadequate, but the board of
education on their recent trip of in
spection of the city's school plant
decided that this condition needed
rcmedying. and acted promptly. Now
the rooms are to have a Ba-Ray
unit Of 200 watt power as a central
lamp. The work is to be done i'm
mediately and the contract for it
has been awarded to Ernest Bates,
electrical contractor. With these
lights installed the darkest days
need offer no difficulty to student
and teacher.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
Church Notices

Baptist church, Rev. c. Z. Yol ng
pastor: 1880, sermon by the pastor;
ills. session of Sunday school; z,
service of song and address.
st. Matthews church, Rev. Rush w.
d. Smith rector (22d Sunday after
Trinity: Holy communion, S A. M. !;
morning prayer and sermon, 1880;
church school, Has A. NJ.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

.oi,,s' Tine OF Christmas
o'u4 cards in the city ut the
'nT,b,, Journal Print shop.
nov9d6t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11
LOCAL NOTICE

T.c Christmas Greeting Card serv-
Y, uN,cd NJ the Kennebec Journal
nj Shop ~ receiving the COM
uilnon of satisfied customers.
nov9d6t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-11-11

..~ between the electric freight
o.t.' and high school. girls black
? l'H Yam Return TO j. II. f1sh,
Bob, U,ight agent. NoVl0dZt