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The Cordova daily times., 1923-01-26
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-15

umes, which at the farm range from 1860 to the early seventies-a period of years when this kind of glossy thick paper was much used for fly-leaves by English print ers> But while I was examining the sheet through the magniflying glass I detected this mark on the edge, which proved con- culsively to me that the cryptogram had been drawn on the fly-leaf of the family Bible. Have look at it, through the glass you cannot detect it with the naked eye."
 Crewe held the sheet edgeways as he spoke, and pointed to one of the outer cor ners. -Marsland gazed intently through the glass, and was able to detect a minute glittering spot not much larger than a pin point.
 "I see it." he-said, relnquishing the glass. "But I do not understand what it means?"
 ''It is Dutch metal or gold-leaf. The book from which this sheet was cut was gilt-edged That disposes of the volumes of Leisure Hour and other bound periodicals, none of which is gilt-edged When I was looking at the books at the farm I noticed only two with gilt-edged leaves One was the big family Bible and the other was a large, old-fashioned Language of Flowers. But this sheet could not have been cut from the. Language of Flowers"
 "Why not?"
 Because it has two rounded corners As a rule only sacred books and poetry are bound with rounded corners. In any case, l remember that the Language of Flowers at the farm is square-edged There fore the sheet on which the cryptogram has been drayn was cut from the Bible.
 "The next question that faced me was how the numbers had been used: they did not represent the numbers of the pages I was sure of that. The Bible is book in which figures are used freely in the ar rangement of the contents. The pages are divided into verses which are numbered, and there is numbered table of contents at the beginning of each chapter. Obvious
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-15

.ly, the Bible is ian excellent book from which to devise a cryptogram of numbers owing to the multiplicity of figures used in it and the variety of ways in which they are arranged. found both a Bible and prayer book in the bookshelves, here, and set to work to study the numerical arrangement of the chapters, the divisions of the verses, and the arrangement of fig ures at the head of the chapters.
 "It was while l. was thus engaged that I remembered that at the beginning of the authorized version of the Bible is inserted table of the books of the Old and New Testaments, the pages on which they be- gin, and the number of chapters in each. Here was the possibility of a starting point, sufficiently unusual to make a good con- cealment yet not too remote. turned to the table, and, on running my eye down it, saw that the Psalms, and the Psalms alone, contain 150 chapters. Now, the first line of central figu5y in the cryptogram is 50. was really fortuneate ip starting off with this discoydxy, becauss otherwiss
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-15
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"The circle of figures taken in their as- cending order and starting with the sec ond sik, run thus:
 6, 8, g, 10, II, IS, IF. 1s, 20, 21, 2s, 25,
 26, 27, 3s, 51, 54, 72, 80,s 89. Now, assuming that my interpretation of the solitary six in the circle is correct that the old man started from six because he thought the use of the figure one gave away too muchAwe will substitute for these figures the letters which appear un- derneath them in the table. The substitu- tion gives us the following row of letters: S R E L W M N W AKT HIU
 DOP P c O.S
 "This is the line of letters from which we will endeavor to reconstruct the old mans cryptogram. We can, I think, go forward with the assurance that they are the actual letters represented by the cryp- togram, for several reasons. There are no recurring letters, and they represent every letter in the text in consecutive order, with three exceptions which are 1ca- pable of simple exploitation. The U has
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-15

I might have been led off the track by the doubling and trebling of the hree in the second line of central figures, and have wasted time trying to fathom some mystic interpretation of the nine-a numeral which has always had a special significance <or humanity: the Nine Muses, the Nine Worthies, dressed up to the nines,' and so on. But with 15O as the indication that the cryptogram had been composed from the Book of Psalms it was obvious that the next line of numerals in the center directed attention to some particular portion of them. As there are not 396 verses in any chapter of the Psalms-'
 "Just what I going to point out" broke in Marsland.
 Quite so. But it was possible that 396 meant Paslm 39, 6. Therefore, turned to the thirty ninth Psalm. Verse six of that Psalm reads:
 "'Surely every man walieth in vain shew; surely they are disquieted in vain; he heapeth up riches, and knoweth not who shall gather
 ''There remained the final six, under the 3S6, to be explained, before I was able to start on the table which had been used to build up the cryptogram. The fact that the figures in the outside circle start at six indicated that there was some connec- tion between it and the inner six. came to the conclusion that the inner six meant one of two things: either the designer pre- ferred to start from the number six because he thought the figure one was too clear an indication of the commencement of his cryptogram, or else he made his start from the sixth letter of the text. 1 thought the former the likelier solution, but I tried them both, to make sure. The first five figures on the latter solution gave me recurring Y, which indicated that I was on the wrong track because it was essential there should be no recurring letters There are no recurring letters in the other key, as the table shows:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-15
The Mystery of the Downs
By John R. Watson and Arthur J. Rees

solves it, but I have deferred applying this key till I awakened you, as thought you would like to share in it"
Phoenix tribune., 1923-12-15
LOCAL NEWS

Mrs. Noble Indisposed
Mrs. Marion Noble. of 112 East JEFF
ferson street, has been indisposed sew
eral days the pst week, but is now
able to be up.
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Home From Coast
Mrs. L. Stevens has returned from
a pleasant sojourn in California and
is now in her Central Avenue home
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Returns From New Mexico
Mrs ]. R. Randall returned this
week from Carlsbad, New Mexico,
where she spent the past several
weeks on business. She plans to
reside permanently.
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On Sick List
Mrs. Matte Hudson. daughter of
Mrs. Robt. Murphy, 1912 East Jeffer
son ST., is confined to her home on
account of illness.
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Mock Conference
Wednesday evening, December 19,
a Mock Conference will begin at the
C. M. E. church. 7th street and Je =
ferson, and will continue until the fol
lowing Sunday night, when reports
will be read and appointments made
by NJ A. White, presiding Bishop.
You are cordially invited to attend
the Conference.
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Former Druggist Here
Mr.. G. E. Davidson of Chicago, is
a recent arrival and is staying at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs s. W. Thomp
son, 527 e. Jefferson. Mr.. Davidson
and Rev. NJ. Thompson, pastor of the
c. NJ E. church were classmates at
Fisk University. Mr.. Davidson con
Quoted a drug store in Chicago. and
is here for hi nealth. He plans tC
remain here for an indefinite time.
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Fire Destroys Home
Last week, while the family was
out in the country picking cotton. {
fire of undetermined origin complete
ly destroyed the home of Mr.. and Mrs
o. B. Simmons, of i26 So 18th street
Only a few articles of clothing were
saved, the fire having gained consid
cradle headway before it was dis
covered. The family is residing tenn
porarily at the residence of Mr.. ant
Mrs. Tillery, 400 East Madison st.
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/ Lucas Home Destroyed
Monday, Dec. 10, a fire of undeter
mined origin completely destroyed
the home of Mr. and Mrs C. D. Lu
] cas-, II North 10th street. No on
was at home and the fire had almos
Phoenix tribune., 1923-12-15

" hlch the Rt Rev. c. H. Phillips, D..
D., presides. He also visited his
father and other relatives while in the
south and reports a very enjoyable
trip.
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Still Indisposed
Mrs. S. R. Maguinez, wife of the pas
tor of the A. NJ E. church, is still on
the sick list and for the past several
days has been confined to her home.
Rev. Maguinez, who has been indis-
posed, is now doing nicely.
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Here From Albuquerque
Mr.. Dudley is a recent arrival from
Albuquerque, n NJ, and has accepted
employment in West Washington
street He plans to make this his
home
Phoenix tribune., 1923-12-15

of the Christian Endeavor League,
and next Sunday he desires to meet
al he High school students in the
Endeavor at 6:3O. A special program
has been arranged for their benefit
Old people as well as young people,
welcome to attend all the meetings of
the Y. P. S. C. E.
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Here For Winter
The Rev. DR.. Ross and wife, for
merly of the Pudget Sound Confer
ence of the A NJ E. church, are here
to spend the winter Rev. Ross is an
A. NJ. E. minister and has been with
the church over 80 years He will
assist the local pastor during his stay
in our midst
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Has Recovered
Mrs. l. F. Silvers, of 1927 East JEFF
ferson street, has quite recovered
from a recent attack of illness. She
was indisposed several days.
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Dinner a Success
The turkey dinner given few days
ago by the Pastors Social Workers
of the A. M. E. church proved a big
success in every way. The young peo-
pie deserve praise for their splendid
effort Mrs. Jessie Green is presi.
dent of this club.
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To Portland
Mrs. p. S. Johnson. of 1928 East
Jefferson street, and her granddaugh-
ter Lillian Barbee, left a few days
ago for Portland, Ore, where they
will remain for an indefinite time.
Mrs Johnson's daughter in that city
was reported quite ill. and the trip
was made on that account.
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New Club Organized
On Friday, December 1, the girls
of the Sunshine Club re-organized at
the home of Mrs. Chas F. Gardner
$50 East Washington street. The cluD
name was changed to that of the
Mary B. Talbert Club. Officers for
the ensuing year were elected and in
stalled The club motto is: "Striv
ing to be like Mary B. Talbert.' Pur
pose: Striving to give the best
ZELMA FORTUNE President
CONSTANCE HALL, Reporter.
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/ Home From Alabama
The Rev. M. Thompson, pastor Of
the C. NJ E. church, returned last
week from Alabama where he hat
been to attend the Alabama Confer
ence of the c. NJ E. church, ovel
Phoenix tribune., 1923-12-15

JoWn From Prescott
Messrs. Folds and Gordan of Pres
co are in the city taking vocational
training at the Veterans Bureau.
Girls Reserve
Chaperoned by Mrs NJ. NJ Rodgers
teacher of English and American His
tory in the Colored Division of the
Phoenix Union High school, the Girl!
Reserve enjoyed a beautifully appoint
ed supper Wednesday evening at thu
NJ Z. church.
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Home From Vacation
Mrs E. S. p Dawson, of 1902 Eas
Fillmore street, is home after an ex
tended visit with friends and rela
tives in Missouri, Kansas and Illinois
She reports a very delightful trip.
Phoenix tribune., 1923-12-15
Building Apartments
C. M. E. Church

Z. M. E. Church
Excellent services were conducted
Sunday at the c. NJ E. church and the
pastor, Rev. NJ Thompson, delivered
two able sermons to his congregation.
Several new members were added to
the church roll and the collection was
above the average. You are invited to
attend services at this church The
Epworth League, led by the president.
Mr.. M. A White, holds interesting
nd inspiring meetings every Sunday
evening from $50 to 7:30, and if
you would enjoy pleasant hour in
bible study, attend the meetings.
Phoenix tribune., 1923-12-15

destroyed the house before an alarm
was turned in.
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Over From ScottsdaIe
Mr.. Jim Johnson of Scottsdale was
a business visitor in Phoenix this
week. He made the trip in his reli-
able Oakland Roadster.
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Building Apartments
Mr.. and Mrs. Taylor of 1923 East
Washington street, are having some
apartments built on their lots at this
number. These apartments will add
to the attractiveness and value OF
Washington street property in this
district
Phoenix tribune., 1923-12-15
Second Baptist Church


Splendid services were conducted
Sunday at the Second Baptist church
and the pastor, Rev. E. E. Burkhal-
ter, preached two forceful sermons to
his congregation. Several members
were received and the general spirit
ran high. In point of attendance and
membership, this is the largest church
among our group in the city. The
singing is always good and chorister
James Mullen is preparing some en-
cel,ent numbers for Christmas You
re always welcome at the Second
Baptist church.
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Tanner's Chapel
Last Sunday was a great day at
Tanners Chapel A NJ E. church and
the pastor, Rev. S. R. Maguinez. was
at his best, delivering two excellent
~ermons that were indeed interest
ing, logical, forceful and withal spir-
itual and instructive. The attendance
was large and all enjoyed the serv-
ices. The Christian Endeavor Society
holds regular meetings at this church
very Sunday from $50 to 7:3O and
some very interesting topics are dis
cussed. Mr.. Clay Credible is president
Phoenix tribune., 1923-12-15
Here For Winter
Has Recovered

Mrs. /. F. Silvers, of 1427 East JEFF
ferson street, has quite recovered
from a recent attack of illness. She
was indisposed several days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-01-29

dedication of a public library at Milo,
Feb. j.. and on the 14th will address
the organization of Sons and Daugh-
ters of Maine at Somerville, Mass.
DR.. Augustus o. Thomas, State
superintendent of schools, Josiah w.
Taylor, agent for secondary educa-
ton, and Adclbert w. Gordon, gen.
cral agent for unorgpnizcd territory,
Department of Education, have re-
turned from IIoultOn where on
Thursday and Friday they were
among the speakers at the ArooStook
County Teachers convention.
III. NJ. Tucker. chief of the division
of animal industry. State Dairy In
spcctor Forrest A. Barbour and c. III
Crawford, sheep specialist of the De-
partment of Agriculture, were re-
Gently in Lewiston where they at
tended Il meeting of the Maine Fair
Association.
c. ii. White, chief of the division
of markets, Department of Agricul-
ture, will be present at the sessions
of the New England Association OF
Marketing Officials to be held this
week in Boston, Mass. He will speal
on THE Progress of Shipping In
spection in Maine" 1t SO happens
that the annual meeting of the New
England Milk Producers Association
will also be held this week in Boston
and Mr.. White plans to attend {
number of these sessions.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-01-29
Jewish Relief In Z,
Russia BrOadens Field

Moscow, Jan. IA comprehensive
reconstruction program in the
Ukraine and White Russia has been
launched by the Jewish Joint Dis
trbution committee. which has here
tofore concentrated it's resources on
emergency famine relief. An agree
ment with The Soviet government
detailing the enlarged program, was
signed last month. In affiliation with
the American Relief administration,
the Jewish Joint Distribution Com
mittec is to continue It's famine re-
lief by providing funds for the feed
ing of 500, 600 children for ten months.
The reconstruction program pro-
vides for the Introduction Of tractors
and other improved farming imple-
ments; the importation of selected
seeds from the United States: the
provision of farm credits through CO.
operative association, and the re-
establishment of technical and aSri-
cultural schools in various districts
New machinery is to be supplied
whenever possible, and old machinery
will be repaired.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-01-29
Junior Naval
Reserve MOdifes
Age Limit

New York, Jan. q. (MaiD-Boys
VINO IN the past have been disap-
pointed at not being able to join the
United States Junior Naval Reserve
because they were too young, can
now look forward to membership
provided they have attained ten
years. The organization has taken
doWn the bars against younsters
unoer 1ourtecn, and will now accept
mem as Naval apprentices. The
Junior juniors will wear a distin-
gushing mark on the right sleeve OF
the uniforms.
Up to the present time the Reserve
has admitted boys only between the
ages of IA and u. Now they may
JOIN between the ages of 10 and IA.
On reaching the age of IA, the new
category will be transferred into the
ranks OF the Reserve proper.
The young recruits will not he ex-
Pected 10 attend night drills, or carry
gun. They will not be brought in
contact with the older boys, but will
assemble in their respective districts
on saturday afternoons under the
command of older cadet officers. and
be instructed in marching and in
terestlng rudiments OF boat knowl-
cage. Where circumstances permit
arrangements will be made for bcne
hclal hikes and entertainment. in
terestinS visits aboard ships in the
Earbors and other programs that
cannot fail to benefit and interest
real boys. whether they ever expect
10 Hollow the sea" or not.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-01-29
"A Fool There Was" Strictly Uup-
To-Oate

One of the principal reasons for
the unusual success of the William
Fox production of "a Fool There
Was" which opens today at the
Opera House, is the fact that motion
picture fans have realized the
tremendous advance in cinema max
ing by comparing the new version
of the famous drama with the one
made years ago. The only similarity
is in the title.
A striking realization of the rapid
strides of picture production comes
Immediately to the spectator in
watching the unfolding of the 192.
drama. Settings. gorgeous and
modern, in taste of refinement:
lightings; direction, gowns and
clothes; and the general appearance
of the new picture make the old
drama look like a dime novel with
a PAPER cover.
Based upon Rudyard kipling' S
famous poem 1.-THE Vampire" the
adaptation has been made with an
eve toward writing it about people
of the present day life. There is a
modern note in the current produc-
ton which surpasses the usual
method Of delivering a dramatic
theme.
Estelle Taylor and Lewis S. Stone
play the principal roles.
A two reel comedy and the Aesops
Film Fables, with the Opera House
Orchestra complete smart bill for
today and Tuesday.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-01-29
Mrs. Florence Iking) Bourgoin

Many relatives and friends in town
were deeply grieved TO learn of the
death on Saturday morning of Mrs.
Florence King BOurgOin. wife of VIII
liam DOurgOin which occurred at her
home on Grove street, Waterville,
about 10 o'clock Friday night. Mrs.
Bourgoin had been seriously i'll with
pneumonia for several days.
Mrs. Bourgoin was born in Show
hogan 81 years ago and was edu-
Gated in the Skowhegan schools. She
was saleslady of much ability and
worked in the dry goods stores of
Judkins Brothers and Walter 2. Ord =
way.
She is survived by her husband. a
grocery merchant in Waterville, and
five children, Lorette. Elmer. Ed
ward. Gerald and Norman. the Oldest
is not yet ten years of age. and her
mother. Mrs. Mary King: a younger
sister, Miss Edna King and a broth
or. Leger King all of Skowhegan.
Mrs. King and Miss Edna have been
with Mrs. Bourgoin for the past
week.
Mrs. BurgOin was of happy dis
position and was beloved by a large
circle of friends both in Skowhegan,
her girlhood home and also in Wa
terville. where her married life has
been passed. She was splendid
mother and much sympathy is OK
pressed for Mrs. Bourgoin and five
little children.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-01-29
American Woman
HOnOred by Havana

Havana, Cuba, Jan. 10. (MaD-
Mrs. jeanette Ryder. an American.
president of the Band of Mercy, has
been adopted by the City of Havana
in recognition of her services during
the last 20 years for the relief or
children and defensless animals. In
addition to making her daughter OF
Havana the city council has present
cd Mrs. Ryder with medal and
certificate of honor.
Visiting Cuba as a tourist a
generation ago, Mrs. Ryder's SYM
pathes were aroused by the treat
ment accorded dumb animals. and
she decided to dedicate her life and
her small fortune to their benefit.
The Band of Mercy which she dir
Gets has developed to a point where
it combines tho only manifestations
in Cuba of the Society for the Pre-
ventiOn of Cruelty to Animals. the
juvenile courts, and Santa Claus.