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The labor journal. [volume] (Everett, Wash.) 1909-1976, 1922-04-21


ference.-Regret is expressed by
managers of industrial interests, as
well as by certain representatives of
labor, at the failure of the Round
Table conference of Capital and La
Dor at Sydney.
CANADA; Coal Strike.-Lower
production costs, it is said, have en-
abled American coal merchants to
undersel many Canadian mines, re-
sulting in the importation of large
portion of the Canadian coal supply
from the United States. On this
account it is believed that the Cana
dian coal supply would be seriously
affected by prolonged strike in the
United States.
ENGLAND: Housing Develop
ments.-The housing problem of Lon
don has led to the development Of
flathouses as in New York and Par
is. Whereas, twenty years ago,
there were practically no flats in
London, by 1911, there were 1880
flathouses with 122, 900 separate
families and a population of 100000
INDIA: Factory Act-It is assert
ed that the Indian Factory Act,
which has been in effect since 1911,
is the direct cause of the decrease in
accidents to factory workers, to safe
guard whom more comprehensive
precautions are now being taken, un-
der the act. than ever before. The
yearly average of 60 accidents, in
1911. had been reduced to 27, in 1926.
NORWAY; Apartment for EN-
ployees.-Certain vacant property IN
Christiania, belonging to the Nor
wegian government, will be used by
it for the erection of an apartment
house for government employees.
The building will comprise 90 three
! to-four-room apartments.
Arbitration Court Decisions.-Nor or
wegian employers state that the
Compulsory Arbitration court. by
granting high scales of wages to
workmen, in 1920, has practically
. made it impossible for Norwegian m
dustries to compete with the indus
! tries of other countries.
Decrease in Work Hours.-ln order
to avoid discharging workmen, ana
in order to decrease unemployment IN
general, number of concerns have
decided to decrease the number OF
work hours per week
SCOTLAND: Engineers Lockout.
AS a result of the engineers lock-
out, which became effective from
March II. 1922, 35 per cent of the
engineers in the federation shops OF
Edinburgh and Leith are totally I'M
EMPLOYED. while 10 per cent are
working on short time varying from
! 80 hours per week to days per Tort
night.
SOUTH AFRICA: Unemployment
Committee.-The Natal press is laud-
mo the work of the unemployment
, committee which has been active for
more than four months but which Is
now facing dissolution, for want of
J funds, This committee has provided
! work, clothing and financial aid for
| the relief of the unemployed persons
in the Durham district. and apprehen-
sion is expressed on account OF the
! gravity of the conditions that Will
| arise if the committee is forced &c
close down at the end OF April.
SPAIN: Housing at Madrid.-ln
accordance with the Royal Decree OF
/ December 1O,1921. providing for gov
eminent aid to societies formed fol
the purpose of building workmen':
homes. one of the workmen's socie'
ties so formed has proposed that cap
ital be raised among its members
and that the government be asked tC
aid it and other building societies in
The labor journal. [volume] (Everett, Wash.) 1909-1976, 1922-04-21

Cooperative anti-mosqulto work IN
AS towns situated in 10 Southern
States, has cut down their malaria
rate by rs to 80 per cent, says the
United States Public Health Service
1t saved its cost several times Tin
one town eight times) in doctors
bills, medicine bills and lost wages,
all of which are items that are pos
tive and ascertainable.
The labor journal. [volume] (Everett, Wash.) 1909-1976, 1922-04-21

We have a repair shop in connec-
ton with store and have an expert
repair man in charge of same. We
make speciality of repairing motor
cycles, bicycles, typewriters, cash
registers, guns and revolvers. We also
do lock, safe and key work. Tele-
phone and we will call for your "work
and return same when repaired at
Arthur A. Baily's Sporting Goods and
Hardware Store. Both phones rs.
The labor journal. [volume] (Everett, Wash.) 1909-1976, 1922-04-21
American Perpetual Calendar

The American. or Liberty Calen-
dar plan, which is now pending in
the form of a bill before the present
session of the American congress,
provides for 10 months of exactly rs
days each. with "a working days in
each. Under this calendar, every
month for the next million. or tril-
lion years, would be just like this;
The labor journal. [volume] (Everett, Wash.) 1909-1976, 1922-04-21

SWITZERLAND: Unemployment.
Federal, Cantonal and Municipal
authorities are taking energetic steps
in the way of making money allot
ments, stimulating building activities,
advocating the use of Swiss mater
ials. extending credit to the federal
council for federal enterprises, and
establishing educational courses, in
a united effort to relieve the condi-
tions resulting from the unemploy-
ment of 150,550 persons, the APP
proximate total at this time.
The labor journal. [volume] (Everett, Wash.) 1909-1976, 1922-04-21

By this calendar. the first of every
month would fall on Monday, and
the last, of course, on Sunday.
The labor journal. [volume] (Everett, Wash.) 1909-1976, 1922-04-21

Smoke Olympia Capitol, Toe straight
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23
One Killed When
Train Hits Rock

Bangor, Me, June "a train
bound from Montreal to st. John
struck Cotton boulder washed on
to the track OF the C. p. Railway
in rock cut one mile west of Lake
view station at $50 this morning,
killing Is. r. Lockhart, fireman, and
inJuring B. Z. Rogers, engineer, but
not seriously.
Both are OF Brownville Junction,
the former leaving a wife and large
family.
Help was summoned from Lake
view. DR.. A. NJ. Cardo responding
on a handcar. No passengers or
others Of the train crew were in
Jured and the train was hauled back
to Brownville Junction.
Officials of the c. P. Railway said
they expected no more than four
hour delay in forwarding passengers
over their own rails. Both locomo-
tive and baggage car were badly
smashed. but the slow speed pre-
vented damage to the following
coaches or injury to occupants.
Train and trolley service was sus-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23
Insurance Mems Get-Toqether

Ivan +. Lang Of this city, the pres
ident of the Maine Association of In
surance Agents, has received assur-
ances that goodly number from this
state will attend the convention Of
the New England Association of In
surance Agents, which Will be held at
the Profile House, Franconia. y. H.,
June 9th to June 10th. The con-
vention will be opened Tuesday eve
ming June 21th, with Get Together
Dinner" when the delegates will be
welcomed by the governor of New
Hampshire or his representative.
On Wednesday and Thursday morn
ings meeting will be held in the ball
room of the hotel from $50 o'clock
until 1880 o'clock, NJ, to be ad-
dressed by insurance men prominent
in the business. The afternoons will
be devoted to playing golf, tennis,
touring to other places, mountain
climbing, trips to the old Man"
THE Flume," and Echo Lake" and
beautiful walks in Franconia Notch.
The evenings will be devoted to dane
ing.
Secretary of War John w. Weeks.
who owns a summer home and large
farm at Lanca ster, y. H., has been
invited to attend the conference and
United States Senator George H.
Moses of New Hampshire has accept
ed an invitation to be present if his
duties at Washington do not detain
him at the nations capital.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23
100000 Damage
In ROckland Area

Rockland. Me. June - Damage
Of not less than 100000, it was be-
lleved, was caused in this city and
vicinity by deluge of rain this
morning, Expensive stocks in base
ments of Main street stores were
ruined, and damage to real estate
was caused all over the city.
Many fire alarm boxes were
wrecked by an electrical accompani-
ment of the storm and the entire
system was put out of commission.
Traffic on the Knox e Lincoln
division of the Maine Central Rail-
road was at a standstill on account
of washonts along the line. The
lower part of the Knox Wooden Mill
at Camden was flooded, causing
heavy damage.
It was feared that the dam at the
Camden wooden mill might go out
The rainfall here amounted to
more than four inches.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23
Legion Boys Express Appreciation

The following letter has been sent
to Frank Bannigan of Mitchell &
Company, as a small token Of appre-
citation for his gift of HOO carna-
tons to the American Legion:
June -, 1922.
Frank Bannigan, Manager,
Mitchell e Company,
Waterville, Maine.
Dear Sir:-The Post wishes to
thank you and your company for
your great kindness in donating the
carnations for our Flower Day"
which was Il splendid success. The
proceeds of the occasion, which was
largely inspired by your generous
offer, have added a neat sum to the
American Legion Relief Fund, and
we are very glad to attribute to your
good spirit of cooperation, an active
part in the worthy work which the
Relief Fund is accomplishing.
With the kindest regards from the
boys and a standing and cordial in
vitation to call upon us at any time,
l am,
Yours very truly.
CYRIL NJ. Jolly,
Post Adjutant.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23

ings Bank building, She formerly at.
tended Coburn Classical Institute and
later graduated from the Rockland
High school, taking the commercial
course. She has lived in the family of
Mr.. and Mrs. Jackson during her stay
in Waterville.
The groom is a graduate of Cohurn
and also Of Coity, finishing his college
course this year. He is member OF
the D. K. E. fraternity and a very pop
ular man among his college mates
Soon after the ceremony the young
couple left for a wedding trip and on
their return Will spend the summer at
the Jackson home. In the fall they
will go to Boston, where Mr.. Jackson
has a position in the Shawmut Ma
tional Bank of that city. The couple
received many beautiful gifts.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23
Jackson.lord

In the living room of the home of
the grooms parents. Mr.. and Mrs.
George B. Jackson of the Sidney road,
which was beautifully decorated with
potted ferns. roses and peonies, oc-
CURED the marriage on Thursday
morning at 9 o'clock of Robert Morse
Jackson and Miss Evelyn Marjorie
Lord daughter Of Mr. and Mrs. Charles
Edward Lord of Brooksville.
The ceremony was performed by
Rev. George Wclstenholme, the double
ring service being used. The bride
was very attractive in a becoming
gown of white crepe de chine with
trimmings of satin and carried bou-
quer of bride roses. The couple were
unattended.
The bride is we'll known in the city.
having been for the past three years
stenosraph"r in the Offices of the
United Baptist Convention in the Saw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23
Martha A, GetcheII

Martha A. Getchell, widow of Hart
well Getchell of Vassalboro, died at
the home of her daughter, Mrs. Forest
Whitehouse, 33 Morrill, avenue, Water
Vile, Thursday morning at the age of
IS years. She is survived by three
daughters, Mrs. Forest Whitehouse of
Waterville, Mrs. Nellie Sullivan Of
Wisconsin, Mrs. Alice Webb of Pitts
ton; one sister. Miss Julia Robins Of
Vassalboro; two brothers, George A
and Ira ]. Robins of Vassalboro. She
was member of the Eastern Star of
North Vassalboro. member of the
Rebckah lodge, and also a member of
Cushnoc Grange. The funeral will be
Sunday at l p. NJ from the church at
Riverside. Rev. A r. McDougall will
cfficiate. Burial will be at Riverside.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23
Smiling Skies Hoped For
St. Johns DAY Celebration

The members of st. Omer Com
mandery, Knights Templar, held a
drill in the Waterville Armory Thurs
day evening in preparation for the
field day Saturday. Sir Knight, Clar-
ence f. B. Walker. is marshal of the
day. and his plans pretty well com
pleted Thursday evening for the great
event. Commander Carl c. Piper, who
by virtue of his Office, is in general
charge of the program, is likewise al
ready to receive the visitors. hut local
knights admit that the weather is
worrying them little. The Central
Maine park will be a drearv place to
for st. Johns day celebration unless
there is a little sunshine to dry things
up a bit. 1T they are hoping for the
hest and in the meantime the plans
are going right forward for the oc-
casion. so that none of the Sir knights
and other communicates should stay
away as Waterville is planning to
show its famous hospitality to the
guests whatever old prob may have to
say about it,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23
Stewart, Unfrocked
Clergyman, Wanted on
Several Counts, Held

Los Angeles, Cal, June 22-Don-
aid ID. Stewart, the unfrocked clergy
man who is held in the city Jail
awaiting the arrival of officers from
Boston, where he is wanted on
charges of bigamy. grand larceny
and conspiracy has met intervicwers
with this comment:
Il can't live down my past; the
public won't let me"
Stewart. 81. a native of Scotland,
attained considerable prominence a
few years ago through his work as
a vice crusader and temperance lead
cr. and as the author of prohibi-
ton campaign song, "We1l Make
caiofirnia Dry" After Miss Maud
Henricks committed suicide at Hay
ward, Cal, near Oakland, Dec. 30,
1914, when he refused to marry her
and he was arrested for n statutory
offcnse. he was unfrockcd. although
the charge was dismissed for lack Of
evidence.
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.BOWDOIN DEGREES
Continued from Page One)

where the following order OF exercises
was carried ou.:
Music
Overture "Norma"--Bellini
Prayer
Music
In the Cathcdral-Chanect
The Need of New Standard s
George Baker WEIGH
The Conflict of Political PHILOSOPHERS.
Ralph Brown knight
Music
Retraite Tartarc-Sellinick
Moliere-The Genius of Comedy.
Edward Billings Ham
The Discovery of America.
Hartley Fremont Simpson, Jr.
Music
1ntcrmoZzo-Chambe
Awarding of rr;Zes
Comforting of Degrees
Benedict,on
Honorary degrees were awarded as
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23

A. Coolidge of Boston, who gave an
eulogy of the late Hon. Edwin U.@Cur-
tbs; Charles A. Coffin of New York.
and Austin H. MacCormack.s the
alumni secretary. who told the.ttory
of the raising OF the alumni funds
While this dinner was in progress
new feature was introduced in
luncheon for the Society of Bowdoin
Women. This was served at Hubbard
hall Mrs. Kate Douglas Wiggin, the
national president of the societys pre-
sided and spohe, as did Mrs. Kenneth
c. NJ Sills and Mrs Howard We Ives
Of Portland. y cablegram FROM Mrs.
William J. Curtis of New Yorkk who
is now in Paris. and several telegrams
of regret at not being able TO attend,
were read, "a
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23
School Girl Burned

Marlboro. Mass. June 22-Mildred
today in the High school assembly
hall when a sparkler used to accen-
tuate her role of fairy Queen in
the presentation of a health play, ig-
nited her guaze gown Transforming
her into living torch. Michael H.
Flannery. janitor of the school, leap
ed to the girls assistance and sus-
tanned serious burns about the arms
and hands in extinguishing the fire.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23
Senators Lodge and
Moses Appear Behalf
Purchase Cape Canal

WASHINGTON, June 22-Senators
Lodge, Massachusetts. and Moses.
New Hampshire, Republicans, werd
before the Senate comemrce commit
tee today in behalf Of the proposal
pending since 1917, to purchase the
Cape Cod canal
At the conclusion of the hearing
Senator Jones expressed the opinion
that the government eventually
would have to take over the project
but added that the great qeustion
was whether now was the time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23

pended. damage to electric light,
power and telephone lines caused,
and the depth of water flowing over
the Bangor dam increased one foot
and three inches Wednesday night
as the result of one of the most Sc
we're downpours in years in this Sec
ton of the state. More than four
inches of water fell during the night
The Vanceboro division of the Maine
Central Railroad was closed by five
washouts between Bangor and En-
field and through service on three
suburban trolley lines was sus-
pended.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23
RAIL WASHOUTS
CONTINUED from PAGE One

VCohcTnued NOM rage 0he7
washed onto the track and the fire
man was killed.
The local precipitation record for
June of 1898 inches, established five
years ago. is likely to be broken this
month. The fall of 1869 inches last
night brought the total for the month
to 10.1 inches of which S.S3 inches
came down tho past week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23
Master Of Arms 7

John Eliphaz Chapman Of the ella SIS
Of 1871; overscer Of the college; for
As years the ideal secretary of one Of
Bowdoin's famous classes; endowed
with the same gift of style that dis
tinguished his beloved brother;
courteous and sincere critic Of men
and affairs; beloved by all who know
him.
Louis Arthur Coolidge, graduate Of
Harvard College; formerly assistant
secretary of the treasury: influential in
civic affairs both i'll state and nation:
at one time president of the famous
Grdiron Club Of Washington; author
of biographies important in the po-
litical history Of this country; distin-
gushcd for welfare service during the
war; leading citizen or Boston who
cxcmnlfies Neg England ideals of du
" and service.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23
RIVERSIDE

Cushnoc Grange will hold its
regular meeting this Friday evening.
The Maine Forestry Service will be
the topic of the lecture hour and Mr..
Dana of the Forestry department will
be the speake of the evening. 'f'
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23
Doctor Ct Education

John Frederick Eliot of the class of
1873; for nearly 80 years high school
teacher and principals; Tor over 80
years headmaster of one Of Boston 5
largest schools; loyal son of the col
lego; fitting representative Of a pro-
fession the college dclgnts 10 honor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1922-06-23
Doctor of Divinity

Daniel Irving Gross of the class of
1902; distinguished in college for lit
crary and scholarly ability; student of
theology and law; pastor of one Of
Names largest and most influential
churc hes; president of the State Con-
Gregational Conference; eloquent
preacher and useful citizen.
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1922-11-03
ANNOUNCEMENT.

In the preceding issue of the
News-Record | announced my in
tcntions, if elected and appointed
to the position of Vashon-Maury
island road supervisor. ! wish to
also state that, while road boss at
Lisabcula, when there was money
to spend upon road work, the
people were given a chance to de-
eide at a community meeting
which road should be built or i'm
proved, and, furthermore, practic-
ally everyone who wanted work
was given a job, but not a pen
sion.
In the future, as in the past, if
ii is in my power the voice of the
people will be heard.
A. H. HIERSCEI
Adv
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1922-11-03

A turning point in your life
worth remembering when you
get glasses that fit your eyes. The
writer of these lines used the
wrong size or number glasses for
several years and when he got the
right kind he did not believe that
he could see as well as when he
was boy, but he could.
"Take it from me" if you think
your eyes are weak. That is the
time at least to consult an Opt
elan. If you don't need his ser
vices, you will feel satisfied. If
you do, you may consider your
self lucky that you did not delay
your call any longer.
If you are asleep to your own
interests, wake up and act. The
writer talks to you straight like a
brother.
Caswell Optical Co.
DR.. j. A. Caswell DR.. B. L. Wood
That eyes may see better and
farther
1853 st. Helens Ave. Tacoma, Wn.
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1922-11-03
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF
THE STATE OF WASHING
TON, FOR KING COUNTY.
In Probate, No. 31S67.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS.

In the matter of the estate of
Arthur Scikman, deceased.
Notice is hereby given that the
undersigned has been appointed
and has qualified as administrator
of the estate of Arthur Seikman,
deceased; that all persons having
claims against said deceased are
hereby required to serve the same,
duly verified, ON said administrat-
or at the address below stated,
and file the same with the clerk of
said court, together with proof
Of such service within six months
after the date of first publication
of this notice, or the same will be
barred.
Date of first publication, Nov
ember 3, 1922.
II. C. GORDON.
Administrator of said estate.
Address 2S1S Boylston Ave. North
Seattle, Washington.
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1922-11-03
Thank You,

People of Burton, Newport and
Vashon and all who workd so val
iantly to save our home and otnel
property from burning Monday
evening when the Curry house on
the beach was destroyed by fire
Our home looked like a million
dollars on "thc morning of the
day after"
MRS A. HUNT and family
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1922-11-03

Fred Nelson, James Nelson
Hugo Kelly and Lady Willie For.
bus were on the island Wednesday
and held interesting meetings at
both Cove and Burton, They spoke
IN behalf of the democratic party
Fred Nelson being the candidate
for county commissioner for this
district on that ticket and Lady
Forbus is running for the Office OF
prosecuting attorney.
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1922-11-03
Ralph Despair, Candidate for
Commissioner.

The war record of Relph De
Spain proves him real, 1909
nephew of Uncle Sam, Despair
is a college graduate, graduate
accountant and thoroughly cx-
perienced construction man. If
elected, he will give the people the
same he gave in the World war
The least you could do, should be
to give him chancc.-Ady.
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1922-11-03

o. p. Bertsch, present mayor Of
Auburn, farmer-labor candidate
for state senator, Both district, has
been an active worker for the
good of the Puget Sound section
for several years, and if elected
on November It'll, will serve this
district faithfully and well in the
upper house at Olympia.-Adv.
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1922-11-03

Wiley M. Scott, a farmer of tho
Kent section, and one of the can.
didates for the legislature ON the
farmer-labor ticket, was on the is.
land this week, and from his size
and the shape of his head, we are
of the opinion the Olympia folk
couldn't bamboozle him if he is
clectcd.-Adv.
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1922-11-03

In the report of prize winners
at the fair held week before last,
The committee ommitted the win
Incr Of the first prize on comice
pears, who was Mrs. Alex Stewart
lof NashOn Heights.
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1922-11-03

The farmcr-labor folk who were
on the island Monday expressed
great delight at the manner in
which Mr.. Bowam of the Lisabeula
district entertained them. Mayor
Bertsch of Auburn says if some OF
the good Vashon islanders don't
invite Mr.. Bowman to eat Thanks.
giving turkey with them, he will
have him over to dine in the rail.
road city.
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1922-11-03

jazz around over the east visiting
friends and spending their money.
AS II "cow mixer" ANel is there
with bells--but there are no bells
on the COW.
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1922-11-03

a basket of very fine pears was
delivered at the editor mans home
last week, bearing the name Of
Mrs. Roberts. The fruit came from
her ranch which has been christ
.cncd "Pulycrbatuh."