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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
Technicalities May
Bring About Another
Race of Rival Boats

Gloucester, Mass. oct. c6.--(Ey A.
PIN spite of the victory Of the
Canadian schooner Bluenose today in
the international! fishing vessel series
the S22 compe tition for the Halifax
Herald trophy may not yet be over, it
became known late tonight. The H..
ternational sailing committee, the bod
in charge of the annual contests. will
meet tomorrow to consider protests
legged by the American race commit
tee against tho Bluenosc.
John Hays Hammond. Jr.. a member
of the International sailing committee
said tonight that a meeting of that
body had been called for 10 O'Clock To-
morrow morning to consider profess
lodged by William J. MacInnis, char
man of the American race committee
Twelve O'Clock had been previously SET
as the hour for awarding the inter.
national fishermen's cup to Captain
Angus Walters of the Bluenose.
Two protests were entered against
the Bluenose Ey Chairman MacInns
covering three points. One raised the
point that the Canadian boat sailed
today without en- official observer, and
charged that the Eluerose used a lar
ger st1ysail than She carried in the
previous races. The second protest al
legged that In the series the Bluenose
used a suit of sails of finer quality
than the ordinary fshcrmen's duck.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
Parliament Ends
by Order of King,
BOnar Laws Policies

London, Oct. 2G.-(By A. P.)-Thc
king at Sandringham today signed a
proclamation dissolving parliament,
which had lived four of its constitu-
tional five years, nd ,summoning the
new parliament to meet on Nov. 20.
The country is now withou. a parlia-
ment, but has plenty of candidates for
the next one.
The only notable event of the day
vas the issuance of Premier Eonar
Laws manifesto This contained no
remarkable surprises. and the greater
part OF it was devoted to enlargement
Of his policies outlined at The Union
ist meeting which made him leader He
proposes to abolish the cabinet secre-
tariat which has been criticized as ex-
pcnsiNe and unconstitutional By the
opponents Of the late government and
to transfer British representation at
the League of Nations to the foreign
office.
He intends to ratify the Irish treaty
and call the British dominions to a
conference to develop empire affairs
There was no statement of policy in
the management of British affairs in
the Near East
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
New Fire Apparatus to be
Housed Lower Floor CITY Bldg,

Workmen are now busily engaged
in making alterations at the city
building where the new fire appar-
atus is to be stationed All the
floors an dpartitions on the ground
foor have been torn out and cement
is being laid. There will be room
for three pieces of the apparatus. the
little chemical will occupy the first,
the new pumper the second and the
hook and ladder the last. The build
ing Will be heated by hot water
Doors will be so arranged that they
will open from the seats of the ap-
paratus. The upper floor will be en-
tirely renovated. The front part viii
be fitted up TO rthe living quarters
for the men and brass pole will be
used to descend. In the rear Will be
the hall for the use Of the companies.
There will also be q toilet room with
bath. An incline which is now being
used by all fire companies for the
drying of their hose will be erected
In the rear of the building. 1t is OK
pected the repairs will be coinpIet-
cd by the middle of next month Hhen
the new pumper is expected to ar
rive.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
Fascist Threat
Ends Ministry of
Italian Premier

Rome, Oct 20. (By A. P.)-Premier
Facta and his entire ministry re-
signed this evening. following the
hostile attitude OF the Fascist against
il, and the ordering by the Fascist
of general mobilization of it's
forces throughout the country if the
cabinet declined to give up power.
The expectation in Rome tonight
was that King Victor Emmanuel
for conferences with the political
leaders prior to the formation OF the
new government. The situation was
regarded hopefully in Rome. The be-
lief prevailed in some quarters that
either Vittorio Orlando or Giovannia
Giolitti, both former promiers, would
be requested to organize a new cabi-
net.
The impression was advanced in
political circles that the Facta min
istry decided to retire chiefly for the
purpose Of bringing about the for
nation of strong administration
which at the approaching reopenins
Of the Chamber OF Deputies, would
be capable of facing the Fascist.
There was some speculation as to
whether the Fascist would yield to
offers of portfolios in a cabinet head
cd by Giolitti or Orlando. or decide
to precipitata matters by carrying
out their threats to seize the govern
nlent. -gg R.t s-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
Proves Pasteur's Theory

TO prove his germ theory, Pasteur
"nen he was twenty-six wears q, o.o
- years ago. sterilized veal broth i,
glass tubes and then sealed the tn,,es
From time to time some of the tuhes
were opened, and it appeared that nv
exposure contamination occurred ana
the broth decomposed. But some of
.he bottles remained unopened and
me broth in these, examined on b;s
one hundredth birthday, proved no
c'ear and perfect as when Originate
sealed in 184S.
IT is asserted by the first America,
pupii OF Pasteur, now in Philadelnhin
20 whom the great scientist give one
q the sealed tubes, that the exneri.
ment demonstrates the truth OF ths
entire theory, that decomposition ana
disease are due to the action og ,aiN
ero-organisms or germs" that de-
stroying the germs will stop the die.
ease. and that germs do not occur
'he'f own accord out of suh-
stance or tissue, but invade If fro,,,
M,'hou'' remarks the Topeka Cant
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
Mayfower and
BluenOSe to Meet

Gloucester, Mass. Oct ga spec
ial race between the Canadian
schooner Blucnoso. winner of the in
ternational fishermen's series and the
Boston schooner Mayflower, twice de-
barred as n contender for interna-
tional honors. was arranged late to-
night. The date Of the race was ten
tatively set as Monday next,
Capt. Angus Walters Of the Blue
nose and Captain J. Henry Larkin Of
the Mayfower agreed that the two
boats would meet Monday or the first
day thereafter on which the Rluenose
would have completed necessary re-
pairs. Only one contest will be sailed.
In order to have the repairs carried
cut, the Canadian champion will be
towed to Boston tomorrow
The shippers agreed to race under
The International rules governing The
regular series. and with other matters
decided solely by their agreement.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
Am0skeag Mill
Claims Increase
in Number Looms

Manchester. n. H.. Oct. 2G-Re-
ported increases in the numbers of
looms now being operated bv the
Amoskeag Manufacturing company.
ana announcement by the strikers
press committee that the Central La
Dor Union and Hibernian halls
would be thrown open to the textile
operatives for club rooms during. the
co'd weather, were the only develop
ments In the strike situation TODAY .
Union officials said that no action
was taken by the strategy board IN
any matters in connection with tho
conference held at the residence of
Right Rev. George Guertin. bjsbon az
Manchester. Rumors were w,daI,,
circulated today regarding compro-
mise propositions submitted to hoth
SIDES in the dispute, but they were
entirely unfounded.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
Sims Exceptions to
Daniels Exceptions to
Lane on CCnvOys

Newport, r. J., Oct. 26-Sharp issue
with a statement made last night by
Josephus Daniels. former secretary Of
the navy. regarding sthe adoption of
the convoy system during the war,
was taken by Rear Admiral William
S. Sims. retired. in q note given to
the Associated Press here tonight.
After asserting that the Daniels
statement as it affected the adoption
of the convoy system. was false in
all essential respects" the Rear Ad-
milal continued:
HE stated that the British adj
miralty was opposed to the convoy
system until some time after we en-
tered the war; that President Wilson
and he were at all times in favor Of
it; that he informed me Of this when
he gave me my instructions: that
presented these views to Admiral
Jellicose; and that shortly thereafter,
the convoy system was put in opera
ton.
"The official documents presented
before the committee of the Senate
that investigated the departments
conduct of the war, show that
throughout the first three months Of
the war. the Navy department re-
sisted the adoption of the convoy.
'As late as June is. 1917, the Navy
department announced in cable
gram to me: Regarding conveys,
consider that American vessels with
armed guards on board are safer
when sailing independently and in a
cable of July 9, 1917. about 1000
troops will be dispatched in each
ship. Do YOU think that they should
sail in company or singly"'
as I have stated in my testimony
before the Senate committee. Mr.
Daniels gave me no instructions
whatever before 7 left for England
except to report the situation with
reference TO cooperation in case we
should declare war"
Admiral Sims said he intended to
emoody the sentiments Of his state
ment in q letter to Mr.. Daniels.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
ALUMNAE ASSOCIATION
PLANNING WORK COLBY

Miss Rose Adele Fitzpatrick. presi-
dent of the General Alumnae assccia
ton OF Colby college. is making plans
for the fall meeting of the Kenuebec
valley association which will be held
at the Girls community club. Nop. s.
This association. which includes
Alumnae in Augusta, Hallowell and
Gardiner, is intent on arousing en-
thusiasm for the New Alumnae build
ing. Like all the other Colby asso-
cations throughout the country. the
Kennebec association is eager to do
all in its power to make this build
ing reality.
The wives of Colby men who live
IN three cities have been invited TO
the meeting as it is felt they are in
crested in achieving this goal which
Will mean so much to Colby students.
Dean Runnals. whose work at Colby
has done a great deal to improve
the Women's division will be one.
OF the speakers at the November
meeting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
To Present Drama

very successful rehearsal Of the
Chorus choir was held at the parson-
age of the Methodist church. Thurs
day evening. Besides preparing for
the music at the coming Sunday SER
vices, the members present discussed
and made plans to stage a four act
drama, RED Acre Farm" sometime
in the near future. The arrange
E1ents are in the hands OF Miss Mar
saret Ferguson. and the parts are to
be assigned to members of the choir
The proceeds are to be devoted to-
ward the purchase of a new organ for
the church.
In a lighter vein much entertain
ment and amusement was occasioned
ty the solo presentations of Miss
Nina Smith. who gave several num-
bers in southern dialect.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
Agent Of POnzi
Tells of Dealing
with Coupon Wizard

Boston, Oci. 2O.-IHe pleasantry,
"Hows business" asked of Fred
erick j. McCuen by Charles Ponzi
was the first step in chain of cir
cumstances that gave McCuen about
$4,000 in commissions in two and
one half days, as a representative of
The postal reply coupon financier.
McCuen, testifying to this effect
at Ponzfs trial on state indictments
today, said that none OF the money
had been returned to the PonZi eS-
tate. He also said that after his
brief experience with Ponzi's bust
ness, he became associated with the
Old Colony Foreign Exchange Com
pany. PonZi's rival.
McCuen, who at times was cross
examined by Ponzi. said that in jan
uary, 1920. while occupying offices
adjoining those of Ponzi, he chatted
with the financier in the hallway
of the building. Ponzi's greeting,
"Hows business" led one day, he
said, to an explanation by Ponzi of
the details of his business.
In July, McCuen said. the press
of investors was so great in the Pom
ri offices that the crowd prevented
McCuen's help from getting to lunch
Upon remonstrance Ponzi suggested.
McCuen testified, that the office be
used in connection with his business
and that McCuen receive the Gus
tomary 10 per cent commission. In
der cross examination, the witness
said he might have suggested the
idea to PonZi.
He became the coupon wizards
representative, he continued, and i'm
the two and one-half days of his
incumbency took in between $4,000
and Sl0U.OO0 from investors. McCuen
business.
DO YOU still retain the commits
sions?" he was asked.
NO"
Have you ever turned them over
to the Ponzi receivers, Or trustees?"
mo. SIR replied the witness.
McCuen under cross examination
said he had engaged sub-agents to
whom he paid less than $4,000.
Ponzis examination today caused
Judge Fosdicll to remark that he de-
sired very much to restrict this de-
PENDANT, who is not an attorney and
who perhaps does not realize that
the questions he is putting are of
little materiality to the points at
issue"
After the court had explained GER
tain rules of evidence. Ponzi said
his questions were designed to show
that the actions of the witness had
Handicapped him. and the court al
lowed the examination to continue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
NATIONAL Home

Officer of the day, Capt. Charles A.
Dunno.
Mrs. +. r. Williamson of Halo
well was Thursday calling on rela-
tivcs in camp.
The postal officials in Washington
ID. c., are contemplating having the
mail for the r. +. d. routes No.
from Augusta and No. from Gardi-
sner made up and dispatched from this
office.
Joseph A. Connolly left Thursday
for Boston, being called there by the
death of his brother.
Frank T.. BurdelI chief engineer
at this Branch, received a telegram
Thursday announcing the sudden
death of his father in Dayton. Ohio,
and left Immediately with his fam
lily.
General John A. Hadley. of Augusta
who assumes command of this
Branch on Nov. LIST, was a caller
here Thursday on business.
Andrew Schwan of Westbrook, late
Battery "A, 81 U. S. c. Art; David
Roach of Camden. late Co. G., ], n.
III. Inf, and. Thomas Robinson of
Putnam, Conn. late Co. !, 4G. I. S.
Inf. have reported for admission.
The moving picture program for
Friday night will be, Miss Lila Lee
and Will Rogers in a fine play On
titled zone Glorious Day" with a
Pathe News and comedy entitled Ma
and Pa"
Joseph Jones. Of Paris. representa-
tive of the Nlliken- Tomlinson Co,
of Portland, WAS Thursday Lusi-
ness visitor in Camp.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
Alumni Assn Library Committee

At the meeting of the committee
held at f. l.. Goodspeeds Office
Thursday afternoon it was decided to
join with the students of the school
in issuing the fall number of the
Quill" Several articles will be
written by graduates and a full re-
port of the committee on the sub
scription and the expenditures will be
included.
The sum of $3.50 was appropriated
towards the expense of cataloguing
the new books
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27

went to Portlnd and tried to locate
him. According to his story, he took
q freight to Portland at about noon,
Tuesday and there passed the re-
mainder of the day. Wednesday he
took another freight and landed in
Lewiston where he wandered about.
Thursday morning he decided that he
had seen enough of the world. was
hungry and SO started to walk home.
He was fortunate as many gave him
rides and he arrived home at about
noon having got enough of travelling.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
BOwdOin Harriers
to Try Out Course
at Bates College
Especial to Kennehcc 10,

Especial TO Kennehec Journal
Brunswick. Me, Oct. 2G--Coaci
Mack Magee of tn, Bowdoin college
cross country team today selected a
team OF ten men who will be taken
10 Lewiston Saturday where they
VIII run over the course to be fol-
lowed by the Maine inter- collegiates.
The team selected consists Of Capt
Frank II. Plaisted ~ of Bull Idaho
George d. Narney 'c3 Of South Ber-
wick; +. Howard +. Knoll '25 OF
northampton. Mass; II. Seymour
webster '25 OF Melrose. Mass; En-
nest q. FILLMORE '23 of Newington.
topn.; Harold r. Eastman ':5 Of
Fryebure: George n. Miller 'e5 Of
PORTLAND: Joseph r. Small "a Of
bath: Allen Howes rs OF Portland
ana Gilbert Spear '26 of Pittsfeld.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
Arthur letno

The death of Arthur Lctno occur
red in the hospital here Wednesday
night. He was born in st. Joseph,
Ca. about As years ago. He enlisted
in Co. NJ. 4G. L. S. Inf, at Fall River,
Sept. 80, 1899 ana was discharged at
San Francisco, May 81 1901. He came
TO this Home from Fall River April
25, 1922. A wife survives The re-
mains have been sent to Fall River
for burial
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
To Have HaIlwe'en PARTY

A Halloween party will be held
Saturday evening Oct. % at the resi-
dence of Leigh Pierce on the Pond
road to which all are invited. Every
one is requested to dress in costume
and prize will be given for the best
costume. Each lady is asked to
bring box containing lunch for two.
also two cups as coffee will be served
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
Giving Ocular Proof

several of us had taken ferry
Trip from Detroit to Canada and had
oought several souvenirs. | had also
invested in Il good amount Of lace
hoping to evade the customs officer
l rolled the lace on a card and stuck
II IN the top of my stocking. Alas
dfdnt get it down far enough,
mad gone considerable distance
past the customs booth when the
cara Tell out on the walk beside me.
Imagine my sensation. looked back
10 see customs officer standing win
MS loot on an end Of my lace ana
tne whole length Of my treasured
SLUT strung out along the walk De-
tween lis.
be sure your goods don't unraVei
next time, miss" he called Out.-EA-
change.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
Gard of Thanks

We wish to express our SINGER
thanks for the many kindnesses ex
tended to our dear Stella and to us
during her long illness and at tn
time of her death. Also for tn
beautiful floral tributes.
= MRS. JAMES F.. KELSO,
MISS EDITH KELSO,
MIR. AND MRS. =. S. CURRIER.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
Basketball Proving Popular

Immediately after lunch Thursday,
the treasurer's Office basketball five
defeated Pomeileau's stars; to .,
in an exciting contest. Goals we're
shot by Hardiman and Glazier for the
winners and Varnum for the losers
The basketball fever is running high
here and several teams are in the
process o development and a series
of games will be arranged soon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
Wanderlu.t Soon Appeased

Albert Bolgier. a student of the
High school was taken with the wan
derfust recently and Tuesday left
home without letting his mother
know it, Yesterday afternoon he re-
turned home. tired. hungry and foot
sore. Although the police were not
notified Of his leaving, his mother
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
.BOWDOIN SQUAD IN
FINE SHAPE FOR
BATES SATURDAY
Especial to kennebcc Journa'

VSptCIuI
Brunswick, Me. Oct 26-After
nearly two hours of hard strimmag-
ing this afternoon Coach Fred Ostcr-
gren and Trainer Jack Magee of the
BOwdoin college football team pro-
nounced their charges in perfect con-
dition for the game with Bates. which
will be played at Lewiston Saturday
This afternoon especial attention was
given aerial plays, both on thee often
sive and defensive The varsity
scored four touchdowns over the sec
ond eleven during the scrimmage to-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27

Regular meeting OF Gardiner Com
mandery No. 951 L. Q. 6. c. Friday
evening. 4 large attendance is de-
sired as attendance counts in the
contest. Visitors from Morrill, and
Hallowell Commandery will be pres
ent. Refreshments will be served
after the meeting. All ladies that
have not been solicited will please
bring pie.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27
Arrested for Cruelty to Horse

Frank Withem of this city was ar
rested Thursday afternoon by Sheriff
Robinson and will appear before the
COURT this morning to answer to the
charge of cruelty TO animals and
irr.oNication He was driving about
the city and was using a whip too
freely on the animal. While doing
this, he narrowly escaped running
into several teams and automobiles.
Jfc was found at Randolph and the
efforts OF several were needed to land
han in the station.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27

Those of the Epworth league, Who
are to go to Richmond Friday. are
asked to be at Gray's not later than
6.43. There will he two trucks end
a number of private cars. Those
who cannot start in time to go in
the cars can still reach the meeting
in time by taking the train, which
stops near the church at which the
meeting Is held
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27

day, many long gains being made
through the line. y
The lead is expected to line up at
the opening of the game with Joe
Smith at quarter: Captain Miller and
Aldred, half backs and AL Morrell.
full back; Gibbons and Hildreth will
probably be at ends. With Tootel
and Mason tackles, Townsend and
Tucker. guards and Parson, center.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27

Some Of the members of the Old
South league are planning a gift
box for Mrs. Mary Martin Went
worth Of South China. formerly of
Hallowell. Mrs. Wentworth is hope
lessly crippled. Among other things
a comfortable chair will be sent her.
1t is planned to start these gifts some
time next week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27

Depot square at the time of the ar
rival OF the cars presents busy sight
now With the hauling of the
crushed rock for the new road. the
hauling of the ballast for the raising
Of the road. the repair car raising the
wires and the regular freights make
has been no delay on the running of
the cars
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-10-27

Members of Marion Chapter, Order
OF Eastern Star who desire to attend
the funeral service for Mrs. Mary
Johnson which will be held at the
home on Highland avenue, Saturday
afternoon at o'clock, are requested
TO meet at the Methodist church at
Las and attend in a body.