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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
Christmas Program

The Christmas program which
was given at the Friends church
Saturday night was a great success.
The program was considered by those
pl escnt as the best one given here
for many years. Much credit is due
the Misses Ruby Gibson and Rebcc-
Gu Germon, who worked very faith
fully to make the affair a success,
also Mrs. Howard Bacon, who had
charge of the music
The program consisted of dia-
logues, recitations and musical num-
bers. Santa Claus was a special fea-
turc of the evening. He arrived just
in time to deliver the presents to
the many anxious children.
Rev. Coolbroth of Waterville haI
charge of the services at the Friends
church Sunday afternoon He was
accompanied by Mr.. Pomerleau, a
student from the Conservatory of
Music at Boston, who had charge of
the music during the service. Mr..
Coolbroth's meetings have been very
much appreciated by the people Of
this vicinity. If the weather per-
mits he will be here next Sunday.
H. b. Gibson, who recently sold
his house TO Mrs. Sadie Bacon, has
built a new house In this town.
This is the first dwelling house that
has been built here for many years
Due to the splendid weather this
fall, Mr.. Gibson was able to COM
plete the house in a very short time
Ernest Rood. E. H. $. '24, Ruby
Gibson, c. II. S. '23, Lula Bragg, c.
H. S. '27, Evelyn Estey. c. C. I. '23,
are at their respective homes to
pass the Christmas recess.
Vesta Foss, who has been teach
ing at Rome, is at home for the
Christmas vacation.
A social will be given at the East
Benton schoolhouse Saturday eve
ming, Dec. 80. Coffee, hotdogs and
sandwiches will be on sale. The pro-
cceds will be used for the benefit Of
the Friends church in buying new
hymn books, which are very much
needed. The ladies are requested to
bring sandwiches.
Mrs. H. B. Gibson and daughter,
Ruby, passed Christmas with Mr..
and Mrs. c. NJ. Ryan Of Waterville.
Roy Martin of Winslow was call
ing on friends in town Sunday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
Exasperating Road Conditions
(Waterville Sentinel)

w dttl iiic SSSHtiHtl)
Automobile drivers in this section
are promised an exasperating condi-
ton in the spring. as they will be
shut off during the mud season from
two fine stretches of State road. If
the road between Waterville and
Fairfield runs true to form it will be
Impossible to get onto the Bangor
road some time after it is offering
fine riding. This will probably be
fixed before another spring but not
this year.
The new Belgrade road will be
barred in similar fashion by condi-
tons in Oakland. This leaves only
the Augusta road easily accessible.
But for the small sections the long
stretches of fine State road would be
available weeks earlier. It's a case
Of so near and yet so far" and all
tee more aggravating because it does
not seem to be necessary.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

taurant, who dropped a flask of
liquor out of his pocket and was
dropped from the Governments list
of employees. The Honorable Senate
must and shall be protected from
bootleggers in it's own house.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

demonstration of some of the posi-
tilities of winter sports. Weather
permitting the demonstration this
year ought to be better, will be if we
who remain at home make use of all
that is being provided.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

If the European peoples may arrive
at an agreement on, working condi-
tons and get busy they may forget
their hate. And in that happy event
they will be in a mood to limit
ornaments
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
Benton

Mrs. Angie Mckinney is passing
the winter months with her son, A.
D. McKenney.
Miss Ella Wilcox has returned to
her home in Fairfield, after passing
a few days with Mr.. and Mrs. Thorn
as Germon.
Paul Richards, who is employed in
Waterville, is in town for the Christ
mas holiday at the home of his
mother, Mrs. Edmond Walker.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
Light and Airy
The EtpIanaticr

An accusing glitter in her bright
blue eyes, Mrs. Monkton faced her
husband.
What is this long, dark hair on
your coat, Henry" she demanded.
"Oh-er-a horse hair. my love!"
stammered Henry. hoping for the
best.
Most likely!" sneered the good
lady. "And no doubt, you got it in
a motor carr"
Exactly, my dear. The seat COW
ering was worn through. ana some
of the stuffing came out."-Houston
Post.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

There are many indications re-
ported OF better times approaching
but none more closely touching US
here In central Maine than the show
irg of remarkable growth the past
year IN the electrical output of the
Central Maine Power company. 1t is
as gratifying to the public, as it
must be to the company.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
Improbable

Old Gentleman Ito street gamin)-
How old are you, little boy?
Hansel-Five years, sir.
Old Gentleman-You must be mis-
taken. You couldn't get that dirty
i'll five years.-klod Hans.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

did you have a good vacation"
asked Smith.
''Betcha," replied Brown. But I
was so tired that l slept for a week
after I got back home. "-Cincinati
Enquirer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

Bejamin P. Boyington. World war
veteran. who has received his appoint
mcnt as postmaster of Chesuncook, is
one of a family Of II children Of Mr..
and Mrs. Harrison H. Boyington Of
Prentiss and is we'll Known He was
educated in the public schools Of Prem
tiss and Springfield. Wien the World
war broke out he was among the first
to go. serving as sergeant in the seth
Pioneer Infantry. The post Office will
be in the present location until early
spring. when Mr.. Boyington will com
plc:c his now residence Ind store. also
large addition built on the store for
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

It is estimated that five billion dol
lars were spent in this country on
account of Christmas. Well, what
are the Christmas clubs for, anyway?
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

their son, Robert Whitehouse, in
New York, Tuesday.
+. D. Chase returned recently from
a business trip to Boston.
Mrs. Harvey Wiley and daughter,
Marion, are guests of Airs. S. A.
Myrick.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

Miss Mabel Baron, who teaches in
Lynn. Mass, was at home a few
days the last week
j. P. Clark was at home over Sum
day.
Austin Myrick was a week END
guest of &. o. MarstOn in Belfast.
MISS Angie Garcelon is the guest
of her sister. Mrs. Alfred Bradford
in Mcdford, Mass.
Hugh Chase. who is attending the
boston School of Technology was at
nome a few days the last week.
RI. NJ. Bowman and family were
away over Christmas.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

Those who would celebrate the next
Christmas wisely might proitably
take note of those who celebrated
this one uVisely
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
UNITY
Arts and Crafts Club

The Arts and Crafts Club met with
Mrs. Izora knight, Dec. 20 and had
their Christmas tree, which looked
very beautiful with its decorations
of snow and ice. All received nice
presents. Delicious refreshments
were served by the hostess. Mrs.
Charles Wood was a guest Of the
club. Whist was enjoyed by those
who remained in the evening The
next meeting is with Mrs. Sophia
Ward.
Mrs. Charles Amos went to the
Bradbury hospital at Belfast Tues
day for surgical treatment.
DR.. and Mrs. F. r. Carter of Au-
gusta and Mrs. Estellc Small of
Brooks were guests at r. C. Whit
aker's Monday.
Mr.. and Mrs. A. l.. Blanchard of
Bangor were in town Tuesday to at
tend the funeral of G. S. Cook.
Mr.. and Mrs. L. w. Knight were
guests Christmas of Mr.. and Mrs.
L. J. Sanderson in Belfast.
Mr.. and Mrs. f. A. Whitehouse re-
turned from an extended visit with
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
When They Call for Cheer

Chicago Tribune)
Stanislaw Wojciechowski was
elected president of Poland. If free
dom shrieked when kosciusko fell,
what kind of a yell is she going to
let out if anything happens to
Woiciechowski?
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

When the KuK1ux start to clean
up" it's time for the State to "clean
EN- out" as in Louisiana, for in
stance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

Halves; reading, Floyd Foster; rea'
ing, Lena Kelley.
Next in order was the DISTRIBUTE
or the presents. Santa Claus W.
represented by James Forbes. ~
church and Christmas tree WEI
decorated with streamers, wrea'D
and evergreen. The children all "pl
their parts to perfection. Too mu'
praise cannot be given to the teach'
Mrs. Lester Brown, who has CIV
so much time and labor to make u
entertainment a success.
Moses and Frank Halves VIZ
calling on friends in Belgrade %
urday.
II. T. Fosters team Is hauiip
wood to Watcrville.
John Young was in Smithficld "a
urdav
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

One Of the most interesting Christ
mas cards which were given this year
was one sent by two boys in Bath who
were fortunate enough &c have Vice
President and Mrs. Calvin A. Coolidge
and Senator Walter L. i,dge pose for
them to take their pictures. The pic
lures of the group were sent to
number of their friends with the sea-
sons greetings.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
C.. S. Cook

The many friends of c. S. Cook
were saddened to hear of his death
which occurred very suddenly Satur-
day morning. He leaves a wife and
one daughter, Mrs. Lee Scott, and
one sister, Mrs. A. l.. Blanchard of
Bangor. Funeral services were held
Tuesday. Rev. George Jones of Etna
directed the services.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

Uncle Sans mail service is con-
after the Severest known
run of Christmas fever.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
GRANDCH1LD HAD CRoury corGH

-, NY grandchild could get no relief
cousin" writes Peter Lands. Movers.
dals Pa. until ! gave him Folev's
Hcne% and Tar. 1t is great help for
cheS' anu throat trouble Coughs
cSidS Group. throat. chest and bron-
cclial irritat:ons quickly relieved with
Folav's Honey and Tar. Contains no
opia tcs-ingredients printed on the
wrapper. Stood the test Of time serv
ing tnree generations. Sold every
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

Perhaps Dergdoll heard CT Ar
buckles pardon and thought he, too,
could como back.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
In the WhirI

Blobson-That girl is very keen to
get in the whirl.
Taylor-Then tell her to come
down to our Office and come in by the
revolving door when a crowd of
messenger boys are going through
Houston Post.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
DIED


HILLMAN - Boston, Dec. 70, ~
Lucy H., daughter of the late Amos
Haggett of Bath. T..
EEILLEUX, Bath. Dec. %, Syn
wife OF Louis. aged 70 years. r,p
McAVEY-Bangor, Dec. %. nv
aged 81 years. q
GALLAGHER-Bangor. Dee. %, !
ter. aged rs years.
81 HELI1INGER - Pollard, Dec.
Herbert W.. aged a. years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

Wood alcohol in the Christmas
punch wasn't a manifestation of the
Christmas spirit.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

Algernon Getty cousin)-What has
that cow got the bell strapped round
her neck for?
Bobby-That's to call the calf
when dinners ready.-Life.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
Commencement Fashions

Commencement Fashions
II got to 30 to college to accept
a degree
"Well?"
"Do I have to wear college boy
clothes ?"-Louisville Courier-Jour-
nal.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
Should Remember

washington Post)
Murderesses should remember that
the more men they kill the more
places on the jury will be filed by
women.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
Maine GOSSIP
A Hiudoo Parable

The same good gifts God sends to all;
On fair and foul His blessings fall
Upon the sea a raindrop fell;
A pearl was born within shell
A second drop a rosebud caught.
And thence the bee sweet honey
brought.
AS pure drop. at random flung
Was death upon the adder's tongfe.
The same good gifts: Oh, tell me,
friends,
What will We do with what He sends :?
Arthur Guiterman, in the Lewiston
Sun.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

which was recently found by Angus
Gathcrer at Sourdnahunk. When he
found this valuable relic. Mr.. Gath
erer was in the employ Of the Great
Northern Paper Co, working on road
construction. He says that the tOmA-
hawk is one that was made by the first
settlers on this continent and was trad
ed to the Indians for futs. Some of
the curio collectors thought it was the
type that was kept by the Hudson Bay
trading posts, but Mr.. Gatherer, who
has Travelled extensively in the Cana
dian Northwest and Alaska, disagrees
with them, explaining that the type of
tomahawk issued by the Hudson COM
rany had long tapering head, while
the one found by him in the forests Of
Sourdnahunk had the blunt head. He
believes that it was used about the
time of the French and Indian wars.
Members of the Maine Historical So
ciety say it is of common knowledge
that for many centuries previous to
the settling of the New England States
by the white people and for years aft
erwards, the Indians Of the northwest
part of the State had beaten path or
trail~through Piscataqui= county. This
trail extended along the shores of Sc
bee Lake, thence north up the stream
to Lake Onawa and through to Mt. Ka-
tahdin. where it is claimed that the
best flint obtainable for arrow heads
and spears could be procured. Many
arrow heads made from iiatahdin flint
have been found in different parts Of
the New England states and some as
far South as Pennsylvania.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

Monhesan Island was the scene Of
one Of the earliest settlements on the
New England coast. For years it has
been visited with interest by summer
tourists, while to historians it has been
an object of interesting study and in
! vcstigation. This historic island is To-
Gated is miles southeast of Boothbay
Harbor 1t is the first land seen by in
coming ships, the sight of which has
thrilled the heart of many a storm
| tossed mariner. Weymouth visited
MonbeSan as early as 1905. John
Smith in his famous voyage along this
coast in 1914, anchored his two ships
in Monhcgan harbor Gong ashore he
cut down trees and built two small
boats to explore the surrounding bays
and rivers; this survey is the earliest
! recorded of this region. The residents
OF McnhcGen have erected a tablet
IN commcmorat ton of the event. Mon
hogan was incorporated as plantation
| ir 1873. being one of the 13 settlements
along the coast. Many English ships
visited Monhcgan to trade furs and
fish, at one time it was the most i'm
Poi te'iil LUZ u ddiHS post On the coast.
The battle between the Enterprise and
Boxer was fought just west of the
island, the Enterprise laying at anchor
in Monhcgan harbor the night before
and sailing early the next morning to
meet the enemy ship. 1t is a typical
American community. there being only
ono inhabitant of foreign birth. They
arAa patriotic, honest Industrious pco-
pie, kind hearted, willingly sharing of
their hest with any one in need There
arc no poor on the island, every one is
well-to-do. In the various war drives
Monhcgan went over the amount al
lotted TO it in every case.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
Editorial Comment
Story of Politics

(Peterboro Examiner)
Bolts can't jnjure d party; they
| usually take The nuts along with
| them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

The Maine ParentTcachers' Asso-
citation has taken stand against the
the moving picture world. A telegram
was sent to Commissioner Will II. Hays
of the motion picture lrdustry Satur-
day morning by Mrs. +. p. Abbott of
Saco, AZ president, protesting against
his decree which was to allow Ar
buckle a chance to stage a comeback.
Many organizations throughout the
country have joined in - war of pro-
test against the showing of any of
Arbuckles new films ani it is thought
that the sentiment may p,ovc so strong
that Commissioner Hays will recall his
decree.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

A drop too much somewhere in the
case Of the waiter in the Senate res
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

President Todd of the Bangor
Aroostook railroad has notified the au-
thorities of Fort Fairfield and Caribou
that hereafter, during the winter
months. an empty fiat car will be kept
a. each place. on track EASY of access
and convenient for the loading of fire
apparatus, SO that the departments of
those towns may get prompt start in
answering calls for help from smaller
communities.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

Much interest and speculation is be-
ing created among the historians and
curio seekers over an Indian tomahawk,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

Odd Fellows Hall

ASYLUM LODGE. NO. 70. 1. o. o. r.
7.sS o'clock. initiatory degiee and
election of officers, Dee. Goth.
GEORGE K McCURDY. N. G.
ELLIS l.. WALKER. Sec'y.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
IEPHrhA ENcAMPMENr, NO. 8

Tuesday. Dec. &c. Election OF officers
and work in Royal Purple degree.
JOHN =. HOWES, Z. +.
G. S. PEASLEE. Scribe.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
Rlowers-Safe and Unsafe

Eyes, what of them"
Most stick-up men were originally
of the class that were too stuck up to
stock up when they did have employ
ment!"-Wayside Tales.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
the postoffice. Miss Mabel G. Boyfng
ton will be assistant postmaster

eNSSANs>>AAS
Norman w. Lermond CT Thoma on,
the State naturalist, who is spending
the winter in Florida. is at Gulfport
whore he has rented a small bungalow
and is doing collecting and scientific
he is very enthusiastic About the Pinel-
las Institute of natural science, which
has headquarters at st. Petersburg
He is president of its council and
among his associates are men of ma
tional reputation. One OF them is
Rutherford T. Hayes, son Of the late
ex-Presidert Hayes; another is A. L.
Theycr, j., son OF a former Thomas
ton sea captain. On his way south Mr.
Lermond stopped in a number of cities
to visit museums.
Complaints have reached Chief Of
Police, Arthur H. Field, Lewiston,
that milk bottles in Lewiston and
Auburn arc being stolen and sold by
boys. There is a penalty provided
in the statues" says Chief Field, "for
the use of milk bottle without the
consent Of the owner. And the mere
possession of a Bottle which has the
name stamped on it is prima facic
evidence that the man is wrong"
According to reports which have
reached the police, the boys have
made practice of stealing the bot
ties and trying to sell them to groc-
If iS Tho ~ 0f 10
warn all stOrc-keepcrs of the pro-
visions of the law which forbids not
only the use Of milk bottle except by
the owner, but even the possession of
them.
Shiloh property in Durham was sold
by The Kingdom Inc, to III. +. Coolidge
OF Lisbon Falls a little over year ago,
has been advertised for property, is
valued at about $4,000 and is taxed al
the rate OF 40 mills on tha dollar. judge
Coolidge, owner of the property, ap-
piled in the October term of court to
the Androscoggin county commis sion-
crs for an abatement ana refuses to
pay the taxes until a decision is reache
by the commissioners About all that
is left of this property are the two
stone buildings; the great wooden
structure on the crown of the towns
famous sand hill; building in grove
known as the Temple; about 100000
feet of pine and a few hundred acres
OF sand. Judge Coolidge states that
while he is not in the habit of failing
to meet the taxes when due on property
in his name that he does not feel Sh-
Ion property is worth the assessed
value of $4,000. There vas some talk
awhile ago about the government TAX
ing hold of this property for soldiers
sanatoriunl, but there has been nothing
more done about the matter. SO Mr..
Coolidge states.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28

soc box, for $3.50, trial size 25c.
At dealers or from FRUIT-A-TIVES
Limited. OGDENSBURG, n. Y.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
Augusta Lodge Directory

sETHLEHEM LODGE, NO. IS, +. &
A. NJ Special communication Friday
evening. Dec. 30. Work in NJ. M. de-
gree. Refreshments. Stated commu-
nication Monday evening. Jan. 1st.
CHAS. +. MEIGS. w. NJ.
PEARLE L. FULLER, Sec.
CUSHNOC ROYAL ARCH CHAP
ter. No. A. Special convocation Thurs
day evening, Dec. IS. at $50. Work IN
NJ. E. NJ. degree. Refreshments; All
Nitcd "
ID. SAUNDERS PATTERSON, H. P.
H. j. THYNG. Secretary.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
CANTON AUGUSTA, NO. 9, p. NJ

Regular meeting every third Tuesday
at o'clock. Tuesday. Jan. 16. joint
installation of the Canton officers and
the officers Of Gen. Poor Ladies' Aux
Hilary.
GEORGE H. WADLEIGH. Capt.
A. M. DRUMMOND. Clerk.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
EVERYTHING
SEEMED WRONG
Until "Fruit-a-tives" Made
Everything Right
Moretown. Vermont.

"For years, I suffered with Kidney
and Liver Complaint: my back
ached; my liver was sluggish: and
my whole system seemed out Of or
der.
"Fruit -tives" was the only rem
edy to help me. They strengthened
the Kidneys, made my bowels move
regularly and freed me of all the
Distress"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
MOSES MURPHY.

These "Fruit Laxo Tablets" will al
ways cure such troubles"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-12-28
G. A. r., THE REGULAR MEETING

OF Setn WIIIIamS POSI- NO. I3, Hrst
Thursday OF each month
GEO E. GAY. Commander.
WILLIAM McDAVID. Adjutant.
AUGUSTA LODGE NO. 964. B.P.O.E.
Regular meetings in the Eks' Home,
Winthrop street, the second and
fourth Thursdays of each month at s
EDWARD@P. DUNN. e. n.
w. G. THOMAS. Sec.
mi
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-04-06

ment in goods and services of the
debts owed them from abroad, which
is of he greatest moment in the pre-
sent phase of the tariff discussions
The uncertainty Of public opinion as
to the most desirable kind Of perma-
nent tariff is evidence of the chang
ing IDEAS which the condition of our
foreign trade is forcing upon US. A
concrete illustration will perhaps best
describe the situation.
Proposed HjgR Duty on Sugar
One of the proposals now before
Congress is that for a high duty on
sugar as a protection to domestic pro-
ducers of this food. About IS per
cent. Of the sugar consumed here Is
produced either in the United States
or its colonial possessions; nearly all
of the remainder, about so per cent.
of the consumption, is imported from
Cuba. The proposal to increase the
customs duty from S1.00 to SLIGO a
hundred pounds is designed to give
protection to domestic producers, al
though the Tariff Commission has
stated that only about 20 per cent.