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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21
Garfield Camp,
S. of ", Entertains

Garfield Camp. Sons of Veterans.
entertained as their guests Monday
evening at the meeting at Grand
Army hall the Grand Army veterans
of w. 5. Heath post and the allied
bodies consisting of w. S. Heath
Circle. Ladies of the Grand Army of
the Republic. the Auxiliary to the
Sons of Veterans and the Daughters
of Veterans. Only two Grand Army
men were able to be present. Frank
Walker and Arson 0. Libby. The af-
fair was in observance of Lincoln's
birthday.
A fine Lincoln program was en-
joyed which consisted of an address
of welcome by the camp Commander
George l.. Morse: prayer. Rev. Ben
jamin Beatty; essay on Lincoln by
Gordon Hapworth of the Winslow
High school: piano solo. Phyllis Nor
rill: Iincoln's Gettysburg address,
George McCausland; speech by Fast
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21
Radio Concert
TO Feature Local
Automobile Show

TIr Watervillc Motor Company is
uH..ur preparations for it's automo-
E|. Low which will begin Wcdnes-
.lt morning and hold for the re-
.rdcr OF the week. The second
ID a. being transformed into a
.I' attractive show place. The
'....,'.ous consist of streamers of
Z nud yellow crepe paper which
...h. l canopy over the entire floor
'.us one side of the big room,
...i.. viii hc arranged, formed Of
,' lattice work intcrtwined with
t,Iow and red in most ef-
'..c manner.
$40 innovation in the way OF a
..,o outdt viii lie installed so that
.ffendiug the show may have the
Of hearing concert from
distant city. This feature will
',.. possible during the evening.
a music - available. Another
'"' vIll hc given up to the show
z lenses and their proper ad-
...,rf This is n matter which Is
-,t Importance. being a State
and fun information may be
.r'1 hero. Here also may be
'1 Juplications for licenses for
rr and Justice of the Peace
b.. ON hand TO administer the
~ g. back Of the big floor n stage
bong bu.lt on which Miss Clara
lannon's Of Belfast will give her
"...us exhibition. The show room
'T o." ground floor will also be
decorated and by tonight all will be
' readiness for opening the show
'r Wednesday,.
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NOTHING TO TELL
CONTINUED from PAGE Onel

during the arms conference by re-
porting favorably the Japanese
American treaty by which the Uni
ted States is accorded cable and
wireless rights on the Pacific Island
of zap. The committee leaders lat
er made known their purpose to
press the treaty toward a vote on the
Senate floor. indicating that debate
on it might begin at tomorrow's ses-
sion.
When it was read to the Senate
the Presidents letter provoked no
debate. but later Senator Hitchcock.
declared it made absolutely neces-
sary" the appearance of Mr.. Hughes
to tell what he knew Of the CONVEX
sations which took place at unre.
corded meetings OF the big four
Late in the day Mr.. Hitchcock left
for western trip. however, and
there was no indication that any of
his Democratic or Republican COL
leagues on the committee would he
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21

One would never suspect to see An
son o. Libby walking down street
with a spry step, that he had reach
ed the S4th milestone in his life, but
such is the case. however, strange
though it may seem. His birthday
anniversary was quietly passed at
his home on Morrill, avenue Sunday,
many of his friends sending him their
Fluctuations on the event and wish
ing him many more years of happy
life.
Mr.. Libby, before his retirement
eight years ago followed the trade
of painter and for 40 years worked
Tor the Maine Central railroad in the
painting department, having charge
of that part of the work at one time.
lie was an ever faithful and conscien-
tiouS cmploye of the company and is
, now receiving the reward of loyal
service. He learned his trade at
Newport when young man, being a
carriage painter. He was born in
that town on February 19, 1888, the
son of Orrin and Mary Libby.
Enlisting from Newport for the
Civil War, Mr.. Libby served with
credit as a member of Company A,
First Maine Cavalry. He saw 4
great deal of hard service, at one
time was taken prisoner and had he
misfortune to be confined in Libby
prison for few days. which was an
7 unpleasant experience. but only
Va cl,
the place.
For the past 40 years, Mr.. Libby has
been quartermaster of w. S. Heath
Post. Grand Army of the Republic.
which seems to be a record for any,
one in this part of the State. He has
also served as its commander He
takes an active interest in the affairs
OF the post and Is we'll verscd in its
history. He is a charter member.
really. having joined at the organiza-
ton of the post. but his name does
not appear in the charter. He will
nave been 81 years a Mason in May,
having Joined in Newport in May
1856 He has enjoyed high honors in
that body. having been high priest in
Taconnet Chapter. r. A. NJ. a master
of the Blue Lodge and past patron
Of the Eastern Star
Mr.. Libby married in july 1865.
Miss Rhoda Noble of North Fair
field. the daughter of John and
B!ooma (Chase) Noble. the ceremony
being performed by Rev. David n.
Sheldon, then pastor of the Unitarian
church. Together with her husband.
Mrs. Libby is greatly interested in
matters pertaining to the Grand
Army and is an active member of the
w. S. Heath Circle. connected with
the post.
Mr.. and Mrs. Libby have made
their home at 8 Morrill, avenue for
- years. Their daughter Mrs. annie
l.. Emery, lives in the same house
| with them and there was son
George. who died many years ago.
There is also a granddaughter, Miss
hazel Emery. The family is never
happier than when entertaining =
circle of Grand Army friends Who
lock forward to these social events
| with great deal of pleasure
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21
Pretty Valentine Party

A pretty valentine party was given
Monday evening at the home of Miss
Alyena Boudreau of Pleasant street
at which Miss Boudreau, Miss Flea
nor Poulin and Miss Anna Gallant
were the hostesses. The evening was
spent in playing games and at 10
o'clock a delicious luncheon was serv-
ed. The table was prettily decorated
with favors. place cards and other
emblems Of the valentine season.
Those present were Miss Agnes Kel-
ley. Lonnie O'Erien, Miss Leona Girt.
Leon Pelon, Miss Eleanor Pouiin,
Philip Girt. Miss Anna Gallant.
George Moore. Miss Juliette Quincy.
Ernest Lacombe. Miss Georgianna
Gouin. Oral Baldic. Mr.. and Mrs.
George Boudreau, Miss Alvena lou
dreau and Lafey Pooler.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21
Matthias Brasseur
Put on Probation
by Judge Atchley

Matthias Brasseur was before
Judge Charles w. Atchley Monday
afternoon on two counts. the COM
plainant being Deputy Marshal Fred
J., Simpson of Winslow. The first
charge was for intoXication, the COM
plainant saying that the defendant
was intoxicated in his, (Brasseurs)
home Sunday evening and was dis
turbing the peace. not only of his
own family but that of the public.
To this count Brasseur plead guilty
and was given a sentence Of so days
in Jail, which sentence was suspend
cd on payment of costs amounting
to $5.16. He was placed on proba-
ton in the custody of Mr.. Simpson
The second count was on a chhrge
of assault on Officer Simpson. to
which Brasseur plead guilty. officer
Simpson stated that he was called to
the BrasSeUr home by Mrs. Brasseur
and he and she were consulting as
TO the best way TO deal with Brasseur
who has been making himself a
nuisance by getting intoxicated.
While Mr.. Simpson was in the house
Br. Brasseur came home intoxicated
and proceeded to put Officer Simp-
son. Because of the mans condition.
the officer left and Monday morning
had him arrested. The sentence in
this case was four months in Jail
and the costs of court. amounting to
S5.16. He paid the fine in both cases
In this case. also. Brasscur was
placed on probation in Officer Simp-
sons care.
Judge Atchlcy warned him If
there was any more trouble Bras
seur's eight children would not keep
him out of tail
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21
College Bell System
Supported by Alumnae

Three years ago through the eff
forts OF DIR. Thomas b. Ashcraft dur
ing the FLU" epidemic, the bell sys-
TEN and program clock that was in
Chemical hall. Colby College, and
had been there since 1901, were
made to perform very useful duty.
This system not only served as a
reminder to the professors that they
had talked about nothing long
enough but it served as an alarm
clock to the sleeping students and
saved the professor the effort of
waking up each individual. This
system has worked so we'll that DIR.
Ashcraft thought all the professors
who held classes in the other build
ings should benefit by this great la
bor-saving device. Seriously, though.
DR.. Ashcraft deserves the gratitude
of the whole college for his efforts in
having the new system installed in
all the classrooms.
On January 10Th he wrote to Mr..
Emery Gibbs of the firm of Gibbs
and Guptiu, Counsellors at Law, Bos-
ton, Mass. Mr.. Gibbs, who was one
of the trustees of Colby College, died
only few days ago. Here is the
reply received
My dear Professor Ashcraft:
Your favor of the 10Th duly re-
ceived. I am delighted
!. Because you have watched
that clock for seven years-this is
conclusive of conservative mathe-
NAUTICAL methods. Does your watch
still run?
=. Because you have set the clock
in motion-a sign of real life. Ac-
ton is so desirable. especially in col-
lege life.
3. Because you have discove red
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21
Plea for Maternity.
Bill in Bay State

Boston. Feb. 2O-Childbirth causes
the death of between coo and 700
mothers in Massachusetts every year.
DR.. Eugene H. Kelley Of the State
Beard of Health told the legislative
committees on health and social well
fare today, speaking in favor Of ac-
ceptance by the state OF the Shep-
ard Towner bill, providing maternity
benefits.
He urged the committees "either to
accept the act as 1t stands. or else
let us say as a matter Of principle to
the federal government that VIC do
not in Massachusetts believe In the
further extension Of this principle OF
driving states to do their duty
Several hundred mothers hoeked TO
the State House from various parts of
the state to be recorded either in ia
vor of or in opposition to the bll.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21

streets to traffic and ordered all resi-
dents within doors. There was no ef-
fort at resistance.
The trouble started late this after
noon when a woman saw Supt. MUIR
ray. Bulford OF the Pontiac Bleachery
directing the loading of finished
goods aboard a freight car at the mill
door. The woman tossed a club and
some snowballs at the superintendent
and then hurried to a hall where ths
strikers were holding meeting.
When she told her story crowd es-
timated at 600 persons ran to the
bleachery. where they stormed the Of
fee in which mill officials had taken
refuge. Sticks and snowballs smashed
the office windows and the officials
fed to an upper story. The crowd
then gained entrance to the Office ana
ransacked it.
A telephone call to Providence 10
ask Governor San Souci 10 send troops
was the last call out Of Pontiac to-
night. Soon after the office was storm
ed the wires were cut and all news
from the valley came out by automo-
bile.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21

what the clock can do-a truly
mathematical solution.
4. Because the president appoint
ed you as chairman of the commit
tee to investigate the clock-a sign
of real intelligence.
5. Because the committee did not
wait seven years before ringing in
their report.
g. Because the students will no
longer behold the face Of a silent
and useless clock.
z. Because you have found nine
men from whom you can separate
ten dollars each.
8. Because you have honored me
with an invitation to join your ex-
elusive and timely club. Does MEM
bership carry honorable mention in
the catalog or a free lunch at Com
mencement?
8. Because the system is now go
ing finely. Keep it going and going
strong and call again.
Yours automatically,
(Signed) EMERY B. GIBBS.
p. S. No 1. Enclosed please find
check for 5000 cents, of which $40
is in response to your appeal, Al
cents is on account of postage in the
cause, 80 cents is on account of shoe
leather lost in the chase. and 13
cents is to soothe your feelings for
the cussing that YOU have wanted to
do but have wisely refrained from.
Yours sympathetically,
L. B. G.
p. s. No. = This check is not
guaranteed and. knowing its author
somewhat. let me advise you TO rush
it to the bank. If no real bank will
cash 1t, try Drummond of the Say
ings Bank. He is said to be an easy
mark.
Yours cordially.
T.. 3. G..
Everyone who was asked seemed
to have the same sentiment. The
following are extracts:
II gladly enclose check for ten
dollars" Leslie c. Cornish. Let the
good work go on" Charles +. T..
Seaverns. II would like to put you
on the same job for the universe, as
somehow there are times when the
bells do not seem to strike just
right" Norman L. Bassett. II trust
some day to make more worthy re
turn" Fenwick l.. Holmes. Am
pleased to be one of the big thir-
teen" William P. Whitehouse.
Thirteen is an unlucky number.
make me the fourteenth" George +.
Murray. Thirteen is a lucky num-
Der. count me in on the charmed
circle" Reuben w. Dunn. Il think
of one other besides myself for you
to call upon" Julian Daniel Tay-
lor. Count me in on that. Her
bert c. Libby. IF you are short,
will help further" H. +. WadsWorth'
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21

Division Commander RobertsH. Cony,
Of Augusta and brief remarks by the
two Grand Army veterans present
The essay on Lincoln was to be a
contested affair, Waterville High
school and Winslow High school
having been invited to contest for q
prize OF five dollars in gold. The
committee was quite disturbed by
the fact that the Waterville school
paid no attention to their offer. so
the prize. though uncontested. went
to Gordon Hapworth Of WinsIow
high.
The committee in charge OF the
evening consisted of Commander
George L. Morse, Senior Vice Com
mander Frank d. Robinson, Pa
triotic Instructor Herbert Thing.
Past Commander Harry S. Vose and
Past Commander James Coombs.
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WiIlett- M artin

Philip Willett and Miss Eva Martin
were married at the st. francis de
Sales church Monday morning at {
o'clock by Rev. Father Joseph Ka.en.
The bride was attended by her brother
Joseph Martin. and the groom by mis-
uncle. Daniel Willett. The bride was
most becomingly gowned in grey
crepe de chine with blue wrap and hat
to match. Following the ceremony a
wedding breakfast was served at tic
home of the brides mother. Mrs. J. l..
Martin of Sherwin street. The coupi2
left on the afternoon train for q we'd
ding trip and on their return viii
make their home In this city. Mrs.
Wiilett has been employed in the
Lockwood mills and Mr.. Wiliett is en-
ployed at the Hollingsworth & Whit.
hey mills.
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PUSH TROOPS
Continued from Page One)

mory where they were being held in
anticipation of duty in the valley to-
morrow. One of these companies ex-
poets to move TO Pontiac in the morn
ing. 4 disturbance at the Pawtucket
plant of the Jenckes Spinning Co. late
this afternoon led to the mobilization
of the eight company. coast artillery.
mess for possible trouble tomorrow.
Pontiac was reported quiet at mid
night The cavalry which arrived
shortly before 10 o'clock closed the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21
BAPTIST SUNDAY
SCHOOL SOCIAL

The Philbrick class of the First
BAPTIST Sunday school held "a delight
tul social affair at the Taconnet cup
house Monday evening. The men,
bers of the class with invited guests
numbered lis persons and a supper
was served in the banquet room Of
the club house.
The decorations were patriotic in
character, and very effective. On
each place card was a bright story
ana each guest wore a brilliant paper
cap to add to the festivity Of the oc-
casion.
The post prandial exercises were
most pleasing. Miss Alice Purinton,
president Of the class. was toast
mistress and brief speeches were
heard from Mrs. Frank L. Philbnck,
teacher of the class; Rev Walter
Quarrington. pastor Of the First Bap-
fist church; Herbery l.. Emery, SUI
perintendent of the Sunday school,
and Cecil NJ. Daggett, assistant su-
perintcndent. Several of the best
stories on the place cards were read
in response to the calling of names.
AT the close of the speeches a So
cial hour was enjoyed. the guests be
ing given the freedom of the club
house, after which all assembled
again for 4 program. This consisted
of an original story read by Mrs y.
NJ. Burnett, which was al interesting
feature of the evening. and the affair
closed with singing by all.
The supper committee consisted of
Mrs. A. X. Dennison. Mrs. f. NJ
Sedgeley, Mrs. Vera Britton. Mrs. T..
II. Fitch. Mrs. Harry Green, Mrs j.
E. NOVEL;, Mrs. Randolph Shores,
Mrs. John Barnes, Mrs. Mary Clark.
Mrs. Christina Proudman and Mrs.
Frank Harding. The entertainment
committee consisted of Mrs. c. II.
Daggett. Mrs. c. d. Bishop. Mrs. G.
3. Hatfield, Mrs. Hugh Page and Mrs.
r. w. Moore.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21

A meeting OF the executive board
of the Christian EndeaVor of Kenne-
bee county was held at the Elmwool
Hotel Monday evening. Plans were
made for the Christian Endeavor
summer school to be held at Pittstield
in August. The committee in charge
of the school consists of J. S. Pendlc-
ton, Bangor; Rev. G. G. Kennedy ami
Miss Lena Kerr. Oakland. and ID.
Saunders Patterson of Augusta. .Ir.
Patterson was elected dean Of the
summer school. Others present at the
meeting outside those named We're
Miss Annie ]. Gwynn of South Ber-
burn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21
DRY AGENTS HERE
FIND NOLlQUOR

Three federal revenue officers were
IN the city Monday and searched tor
liquor at several places but. SO far as
known, they found none. 1t was re
ported that they searched the Ex-
change Hotel. Front street. John r.
Pooler on Water street and Maurice
Settler on Ticonic street Mr.. Poolar
denied that the officers had searched
his place. Mrs. Settler said they Wis
tied her husbands store but found
nothing. The proprietor of the EX-
change Hotel could not be reached
last night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21
FAIRFIELD

John Archambeau of Portland was
a business caller in town yesterday.
Benjamin Luce has returned from
Augusta. where he visited his daugh-
ter. Mrs. Winona Chenelle.
Miss Verna Curtis has returned
from Portland, where she has been
passing several days with friends.
Edward Davis has returned to
Burnham, where he is employed, aft
CT passing a few days with relatives
in Benton.
Mrs. Eva Porteous Of New York
City is the guest of Mrs. Albert
Clark.
Miss Beulah ToWne has returned
to Gorham. where she is teaching at
the normal school, after passing the
weekend at the home of her parents.
The following notices have been
posted:
Notice is hereby given that a Re-
publican caucus will be held at the
office of Weeks & Weeks, Fairfield,
Monday evening, Feb. 81, 1922. at
o'clock for the purpose OF electing a
new town committee and delegates
and alternates to the State and Dis
trict Convention.
Signed: A. H. Lawrence, Chairman.
HERBERT DONAHUE.
Mr.. and Mrs. G. w. Lambert Of
Skowhegan were week end guests of
Mr.. and Mrs. Eugene Holt of Main
street.
George II. Goldschmitd Of Boston,
II Slci1ltr nj
callers in town yesterday.
The Sewing Circle of the Univer-
salist church will meet this after
noon at the home of Mrs. Albert
Jewell
The Philathea class was entertain
ed at the home of Mrs. Reuben
Wentworth last evening by Miss
Edith Littlehale and Miss Edith AL
ley. Decorations were used as for a
Washington party. Guessing games
and other games of amusement were
enjoyed and delicious refreshments
were served.
Mr.. and Mrs. Otis Lawry and sons
Of Baltimore. Md, arrived in town
yesterday to visit Mr.. Lawry's pa
rents. Mr.. and Mrs. Silas Lawry.
Mr.. and Mrs. r. o. Files are in
Boston on few days bushes trip.
Mr.. and Mrs. Carl Hodgdon of
Clinton were calling on friends in
town yesterday.
The Quaker Concert company.
which is to appear on the evening OF
Feb. 23rd. is formed around Mr..
John Quaker. an impersonator and
characterize of real ability. His
makeup work is par excellent. His
characters are not mere makeup but
the personalities themselves, and the
sketches that he uses are new and
unused by other artists. Miss
Bess Armfield is the violinist for
the company. She is heard in,
solo numbers as we'll as ensemble.
She is also a reader OF exceptional
ability. Miss Ruth Mishey is the
pianist and accompanist. She also
possesses q beautiful soprano voice
and is heard in several solo numbers.
The music and character work Is
only small part of their program.
The Boys band OF this town Is TO
make its appearance at this time.
There will be fine program given
by members of the Lawrence High
school
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21
Mrs. Mary B.
Ingham, Who Is
81 Years Old Today

There isn't a smarter, brighter.
more optimistic or more active wor1-
an in this city than Mrs. Mary B. Ing
ham of 101 Western avenue, who will
reach her SGD birthday anniversary
today. Mrs. Ingham performs what
seems almost the impossible feat
physically for woman Of her age.
1t is her greatest delight to visit her
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21

Row g. .. l'arnham. d. d. of
Springfield, Mass. who is conducting
% series of evangelistic services at
tuc Advent Christian church for two
,coks. Is stopping in the home OF
Nr and Mrs. o. ii. Brewer at 4
I,rrl street
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21

The annual ball of the Waterville
Fire department was held at Elks'
hall Monday evening and was de-
cidcd success. There was an unusual
~ large number present. estimated at
200 couples. The grand march took
place at SIS. Fire Chief W. w. Berry
and Mrs. Berry leading. Chief Berry
was floor director. assisted by the
following committee. captains of the
various companies: +. d. McAlary.
Peter King. James Coombs, Albert
Maheu and y. ]. Marshall
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21
Mrs. Cizorie BoIduc

Mrs. Cizorie Bolduc died Sunday
night at the home of her daughter.
Mrs. Arthur Trudel. 20 Ticonic
street at the age of II years. She is
survived by her husband. Olivier
Bolduc, two sons, Paul and Fred Boil
due of Butler court and two daugh-
tiers. Mrs. Josephine Trudel and Mrs.
Demerise Rousseau. all of this city.
Funeral services will take place
Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock at
the Sacred Heart church.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21
Mrs. Margaret Durham

Word has been received here of
the death Of Mrs. Margaret Durham
of st. John. \. e., which occurred
Sunday night. Mrs. Durham has
often been guest lin this city at the
home of Mrs. w. w. Grant of Law
renee street and gained many friends
by her youthful optimism for a
woman of her years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-02-21

Rev. c. Q. Farnham, d. D.. of Spring.
field, Mass, took his first topic as an
introduction to the services that are
TO be held the coming two weeks at
the Advent Christian church. from
Hebrew 1928, the topic being An
Ideal Church" He said that an adril
church has love for those outside the
church as well as those inside. II
loves all the teachings of the word
of God. An active membership is
predominant. Churches are needed
where the evangelistic note is sound
cd. Mr.. Farnham's subject this eve
ming will be "a Thrilling Question
from the Infinite God" Everyone in
vited.