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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-03-16
Boston Produce Market

Boston. Marce J
BEEF-Choice whole cattle f2}s
BUTTER-EXtraS SIG 81; nrss
@ so. -,
CHEESE-Fresh choice no
firstS "a q 25.
CORN-No. 2 yellow 1884
EGGS-Nearby hennery brown
tras $50 40; white and mixed en-
SO a So: western extras 33qS4. =,
FLOUR-Spring patents. w
sacks. special short us q SUI; suna
675Q770.
HAY-No. 2 timothy 25G26.
Handspring cog %.
OATS-Forty pounds 62g 81 A,
PORK-Medium backs 2si5q IVY.
POTATOES-Green Mountains "
IT'S per 100 pounds.
SUGAR-America Sugar Mnp
quotes $50 cents in 100-barrel iols
per cent. for cash. 4
EEAl~12M25
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-03-16
American Legion
Starts Fund Movement
for Memorial. Building

At meeting of the George O..
Grover Post, No. IA. American Le-
gion, held Wednesday evening, a
movement was started to secure
funds for a Memorial building, hous-
ing the American Legion. and having
many features of historic interest to
| the community. A board of trustees
was named. consisting Of four sub
stantial citizens and one Legionaire.
to have supervision of the project
and to receive subscriptions. The
| needs and some of the plans for the
building. are announced by the local
committee.
A conservative estimate Of the cost
of such building is from $4,000 to
$4,000. The building would contain
an auditorium seating $50 people,
serviceable for any convention, exhi-
bitiOn or such affairs of a social and
educational value as might come into
our community; room devoted to
the exhibition and safe keeping of
war trophies, manuscripts, historical
documents ard records pertaining to
our patriotic organizations; also a
kitchen and banquet hall, social
rooms and a room for pool and bill
lizards. The basement would be sup
piled with dressing rooms, toilets,
shower baths and furnace room. At
either side of the main entrance door,
bronze tablets are 20 be the names
of those boys who gave their lives
and all those from Fairfield and Ben
ton who were in the service.
Now the question remains. "Can
Fairfield and Benton raise $15,000?"
She could not have done so. for there
would have been no money for any
purpose had not the soldier and sail
ors risked all in protecting our lives
and possessions. The most we can
do will never square the score. Let
us give them really splendid trib-
ute, that the eyes of all may look
upon Fairfield and Benton who were
not lacking in appreciation of and
gratitude to their sons.
The Ladies' Social Union Of the
Baptist church will hold food sale
at the Ed. Kelley store this afternoon
at 2.30 o'clock.
G. II. Parsons of Portland was in
town yesterday on business.
Mrs. Winnogene Brown of Hinck-
ley was in town on shopping trip
yesterday.
During the past week the Shawmut,
Benton and Fairfield eighth grades
have served very appetizing menus at
lrncheons, having four. guests at each
time. The tables have been attrac-
lively decorated and very social time
enjoyed. The guests have been Miss
Georgena Munrot. Miss Margaret
White. Mrs. Hebert. Miss Eva Spring
or. Miss Bertha Smell. Miss Clara Os-
borne. Miss Helen Libby, Miss Rollins.
Miss Ruby Tobey, Miss Theresa Hall
and Mr. and Mrs. Freeman Hollis.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-03-16
WINDSOR

Owing to the bad travelling d
storm, on Monday the 18th, bH 4
were able to attend the annual tus
meeting and it was voted to atou
the meeting to 10 A. N, Mondl
March ~.
Arthur Reed of Bangor has, b
called here to care for his father,
A. Reed, who is seriously III. 81
home of his nephew, Frank Reed.
Those who have been on the q
list in this vicinity are improving.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-03-16
Colburn-Reed

NORTH-Francis c. ColburA Z
Mary II. Reed were united in M
riage at the Baptist Parsons
Saturday evening March 10. Aevl
NJ. Thompson performed the dou1
ring service. The groom Is
present employed as a tpage at
State House. The brideis oneDf
efficient teachers of this town. ~
will reside in Windsor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-03-16
Health Talk at Granqe

1t is a matter of regret that the
travelling conditions and prevalence
OF illness among the citizens, pre-
vented a greater attendance at the
health talk of DIR. Hutchins at the
Grange hall Tuesday evening. How
ever those who were present We're
we'll repaid by the very valuable
lecture which was delivered. At the
business meeting of the Grange it
was decided to celebrate the an
niversary on Saturday. March "a, by
an all day meeting. The State Com
missioner of Agriculture will be a
speaker at the afternoon session.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-03-16
On Substituting Judges

Representative Nichols of Portland
appeared before the legal affairs
committee Thursday afternoon in be-
nan OF the act to amend the section
OF the Revised Statutes relating to
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-03-16
CLINTON
Funeral Of Arthur Mari

Funeral services for the late Ar
thur Mari were held Wednesday at
p. M. at the home of his parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. Edgar Mari. Rev. Sid
ney Wakely conducted the services.
There were many beautiful flowers
sent in token of respect and sympa-
thy. Four young men of the neigh
borhood served as bearers: Ivan
Holt, Irving Holt, George Keene and
Walter Crummett. Mr.. and Mrs.
Lillian Decker Of Maiden. Mass.
relatives of the widow, were present
at the services.
Mrs. Martha o. Crosby and Mrs.
L. A. Davis Of Benton were guests
Thursday of Mr.. and Mrs. A. j. Hun
ter. The ladies are cousins of Mrs.
Hunter.
Fred Hatch was a business visitor
in Waterville Thursday morning.
The village schools will close Fri
day for the spring vacation instead
of the 23rd as previously announced.
The condition of the roads and much
sickness among the pupils is the
reason for the change. The length
of the vacation will be two weeks
for the grades and three for the
High School.
Mrs. Arthur w. Richardson and
Mrs. Orrin u. Wheeler, were shoppers
in Waterville Wednesday,.
Herbert Grant has gone to Madi-
son to be employed by the Great
Northern Paper company on con-
struction work.
Friends in town of Herbert c.
Judkins of Skowhegan will learn
with regret that he was obliged to
submit to an operation for relief of
chronic appendicitis at hospital in
that town ON Wednesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-03-16
American Legion
| Minstrels Coming

Plans for one of the best Ministries
since some of the old-time road min
strels have PLAYED in Fairfield are now
under way by the Geo. 0. Grover Poit
I No. IA, American Legion. 1t is eX-
pected that some of the local comedi-
ans with a new line of jokes will prove
to be ample evidence that there is still
some fun left in the old world. 1t is
expected that the first rehearsal will
take place next week and the MINISTRIES
given in April. A mock trial is also
under way. which promises to be a
scream. Many local celebrities will
take part.
A whist party will be held this eve
ming at the American Legion hall under
the auspices of the George o. Grover
Post.
The regular meeting of Merrymeet-
inf Chapter. o. J.. s.. will be held this
evening, followed by rehearsal.
Mr.. and Mrs. Albert Jewell are in
Boston attending the automobile
show.
Mrs. Stanley Chalmers has re-
turned from Skowhegan where she
has been visiting her son, Earl
Green
William Cain has gone to Montreal
where he will pass some time.
George Litchf1eld of Augusta was
business caller in town Wednes-
day.
DR.. and Mrs.. William Gousse are
IN Boston attending the automobile
show.
The Methodist Guild met ,Wednes-
DAY at the church vestry with Mrs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-03-16
Amusing Incident at the Homo Of
DR. Aooper

A very amusing incident occurred
in the dooryard at the DR.. Hooper
farm Wednesday afternoon. Mrs.
Hooper turned down some grain for
the turkeys, and when she looked out
shortly after. flock of hens, several
little song sparrows. a flock of snow
birds and three grey squirrels had in
vited themselves to the party. 1t
seems that these Wis. -ors must have
been hungry and wouldn't it be well
for everyone who can to throw out
many crumbs and bits of thread and
yarn for the birds. 1t is said that
birds and squirrels have to be almost
to the point of starvation before they
dare to make themselves SO familiar,
and it is an act Of mercy to help
these little folks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-03-16
Arcana Club Entertained

The Arcana club was entertained
Tuesday afternoon by Mrs. Nettie
keene at her home on Main street.
Mrs. Alice Marcia. president, con-
Quoted the meeting. The program
opened with roll call responses
from Milton. An article on the de-
velopment of municipalities. was
read in turn by the members.
Herbert Hoover was the subject of
magazine article read by Mrs.
Addie F. Holt. Mrs. Edith p. Brown
gave selection from Milton. The
Calendar committee for the years
,23-'24 was appointed to consist of
Mrs. Addic r. Holt, Mrs. Edith T..
Brown and Mrs. Annie Cotton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-03-16

Mrs Linnetta Davis was a business
caller in Waterville yesterday.
Frank Matthews of the river road
has gone to Oklahoma to visit for a
time.
Joseph Reed is spending a few
days at the home of Arthur 3. Rob-
inson of the river road.
Miss Rebecca Germon who has
been staying at the home of Mr.. and
Mrs. G. A. Chamberlain for some
time past has gone to her home in
China.
C. 3. Lord of North Vassalboro
was a recent visitor at the home of
Mr.. and Mrs. w. l.. Mansfield of
Halifax Street.
FL. A. Clarke of Waterville is en-
ployed at the Frank X. Vigue saw
mill for a while, installing a saw
dust blower,
Winslow High school boys won
over Coburn second team Wednes-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-03-16

A benefit whist party held at Per-
kin /; hall Thursday evening was large
ly attended and was most enjoyable
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-03-16

NORTH-Mr. and Mra. u
Wentworth have returned ~
weeks visit In Portland.
Maryland Bickford was q buk
caller in Waterville, Monday.
Mrs. l.. B. Thomas has re6
has been a patient. ~
Ralph Clifford was in wat<k,
Monday on business. ~
Will Hoxie has returned 10 n.
ley after passing two weeks =
relatives here. n
Prescott Powers has returned 4
home OF his sister, Mrs. AnniS a
ford, and plans to make maple ~
as soon as the season opens. y
Mrs. Chapman Is sick with a.
Or. Walters Is attending her, y
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-03-16

Mrs Russell Weeks has left for
Natchez. Mississippi. where she will
be the guest of her brothers widow,
Mrs Edward Crosby Hodges.
Friends in Winslow of Mrs.
Charles Mabry of North Vassalboro
will regret to learn that she is in a
very critical condition at her home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-03-16

w. A. Small and Mrs. Wills. -.
as hostesses. It was voted ID n 4,
meat supper, the date to -
nounced later. A social hon, =.
passed and refreshments servsi
Mr.. and Mrs. c. c. Pipe,sA
Wednesday for Boston whers y
will lattend the Automobile Shc~3y
Mrs. w. H. Totman ~
Wednesday in Augusta with \
John Everett:
Mrs. Carl Wheeler, Miss ~
and Miss Katrina Young w
Burnham Thursday to attend 4
funeral services Of their uncle 4
Young.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-03-16

The town clerks report for the
month of February is as follows:
10 births, one marriage, and four
deaths.
Evening star., 1923-05-24
CHARGES PRISON
0vERRUN BY CRIME
Murder, HoId-Ups. Sale of
Narcotics, morality Rife,
Grand Jury Reports.

By the Associa ted Press.
PHILADELPHIA, May 24.-The sale
and use of narcotic drugs by convicts
was largely responsible for the recent
reign of terror in the Eastern
penitentiary which resulted in the
removal of many of the, prisoners to
another institution. the county grand
jury says in a report submitted last
night TO Judge Monaghan. Conditions
in the institution are described as
almost belond belief" and dis
grace to the state"
Mrs. Eliza beth Price Martin, wife of
Judge j. Willis Martin of common
jury.
Among the things revealed by the
investigation. the report states, were
a rapidly growing traffic in narcotics,
manufacture and sale of liquor by
the prisoners. crimes of every descrip-
tion and serious conditions of i'm
morality.
The report says reign of terror
was inspired by self-constituted
known among the inmates as the
-four horSemen.
In thanking the jury for its report
Judge Monaghan said:
I'm the Eastern penitentiary all
crimes were committed that could
have been done in the worst tender
loin district of any city. Dope was
sold openly and great number of
the inmates were confirmed addicts.
Liquor was made and sold with ease.
Hold-ups occurred frequently. Muir
ders were numerous. In fact. all the
violent crimes of the criminal code
existed in the prison"
Evening star., 1923-05-24
SEEK CHANGE OF VENUE.
Prosecution in Higginbotham Case
Wants Fair Trial
BY the Associated Press.

BY the Associated Press
CROSS CITY. Fla. May 24.-State
and defense attorneys. together with
witnesses assembled here today before
Judge Campbell of the first district to
proceed with the next steps in the
trial of Walter Higginbotham, charg-
ed with first degree murder in con-
nection with the death of Martin Ta-
bert of North Dakota. The defendant,
former convict whipping boss, is
charged with having beaten Tabert
so severely that the latter died from
the effects.
Tabert had been serving term in
private camp.
The first move today was expected
to be brought about by the prosecu-
tion toward securing a change of
venue, presenting a plea that a fair
trial could not be obtained in Dixie
county. The defense through afIi-
davits. will endeavor to show that a
fair trial can be had.
The trial was halted week ago
by the disqualification of Judge Horne
of this district. or an affidavit pre-
sented by the defense, which charged
that Judge Horne was prejudiced.
Judge Campbell was assigned to the
trial by Gov. Hardee.
Evening star., 1923-05-24
HELD AS SLAYER.
Shooting Follows Fight in Tampa
Restaurant.

TAMPA. Fla. May 24.-R. .. Ben
nett, jr.. said to he d wealthy resi-
dent of the Chapman section. near
here, was in Jail today. held for
shooting to death II. VI. Carruthers.
manager of local wood yard, early
this morning.
Following a fight in restaurant
Bennett is alleged to have drawn a
revolver and fired two shots in the
air and three at the victim, one of
which pierced his heart
Bennett then jumped into d closed
automobile and fled. it is said He
was found later at his home and ad-
mitted the shooting, according to
police officers
Evening star., 1923-05-24
STUDENTS IN RIOT.

Jewish Teiecraphic Agency
BUCHAREST, May 24.-SeriouS
fighting broke out anew on the
campus of Bucharest University when
anti semitic students of the CONNER
cial, chemical and mineraiooical de-
partments hurled bombs ~~-taining
odorous chemicals at Jews in classes.
Eight Jewish students were badly
hurt.
Evening star., 1923-05-24
FLORIDA PUTS BAN
ON CONVICT LEASES
Whipping Post Also Passes
Into Forbidden Category
Under New Laws.
BY the Associated Press.

BY the Associated Press.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. May 24.-Fi-
nal passage of the bill to abolish the
county convict lease system in Flor
ida was effected today when both
houses agreed to the report of con-
ference committee. The practice
which has existed as a hangover from
the former system of leasing state
convicts will be outlawed after Jan
uary / next.
Whipping of conYicts became dis
carded institution in this state yes
terday, when Gov. Hardee signed a
Commissioner of Agriculture w. A.
McRae Immediately issued instruc-
tions carrying out the intent of the
law to convict wardens and guards.
Evening star., 1923-05-24
Toilet Articles

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gold finish 79c
7
MuIsifed Cocoanut
Hudn,t's Three Flowers
Hudnut's Three Flowers
Face
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Mary Garden
Mary
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-01-19
Third Anniversary Passing
VOlstead Law Celebrated

a A meeting was held Tuesday eve
ming in the Congregational vestry, to
celebrate the third anniversary of
National Constitutional Prohibition.
While the audience was not large,
1t was q very interested and appre-
ciative one.
Allegiance to the Constitution of
the United States Demands Unquali-
fled Obedience to All Laws, was the
keynote of the program.
Devotional exercises, PA 146 and
prayer. Rev. w. +. Bradford: How
Shall the Home Best Cooperate In
the Enforcement Of Law? Mrs. Mary
Smith; singing, duet, Mrs. Farnham
and Msr. Bradford; Allegiance anA
Cooperation From the Church, Rev.
w. 7. Bradford; Allegiance and Co
operation From the Business or Pro-
fessional Man, Rev. C. G.. Perry:
singing, Work For Enforcement
Where You Are; Allegiance and Co.
operation by the Business or Pro-
fessional Woman, Rev. Mrs Hadley:
What Can the Press Do For Law
Enforcement? Prof. George Clark:
reading. 1T is There to Stay" Mrs.
w. T. Bradford: What Can the Voter
20 About Law Enforcement, Rev.
c. f. Young.
An exceptionally good program, at
the close Of which a vote Of appreci-
alton OF the stand OF our Governor
on Law Enforcement was passed.
Rev. w. r., Bradford pronounced
the benediction.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-01-19
Danish Prince Goes
To Morocco as Major
French Colonial Army

Copenhagen, Jan. 1S.-Prince Aage
Of Denmark, whose fortune was
wiped out in recent bank failure,
has gone to Morocco to earn a living
as a major in the French colonial for
ces. Just before he departed. during
the Christmas holidays. he said he
was genuinely sorry that he could
not take up an active business career
in his own country. He had never
enjoyed anything more, he added.
than the job he once held for several
months in foreign branch of we'll
known American, firm. neither his
employers nor the other employee
knowing his real identity.
In Denmark Prince Aage was call
ed the American prince. His habits
and tastes were similar to those
characterizing the citizen of the
United States. Most of his intimate
friends were Americans and their
mode Of life was his. Soon after the
war the Prince visited the United
States, plunged into society and
adopted many American ways.
Recently it was thought desirable
to use the Prince in an ambassadorial
capacity, but, with his fortune gone,
he was unable to accept a post pay
ing only a small income. So he has
entered military life. having the rep
utation of being one of the finest
soldiers in Denmark. The Princess
Aage and their five year old son
have gone to live in italy at the home
of the Princess's father, Count Calvi
di BergOlo.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-01-19
State Afmory Board
Meets at Lewiston

Lewiston. Jan. 1S-Representative
Of the State Armory commission and
the building committee Of Lewiston.
met in the Office Of sc" Co, 1OSrd
Inf, city hail, Lewiston, Wednesday
night, to hear repo. is on the progress
made In tie construction Of the
armory.
The plans and specifications We're
explained-two new members of the
State armory commission, E. X.
Chase of Brownville and w. H. Cum
mings of Skowhegan, not being
familiar with the plans because of
recent appointment to the commits
sion. Satisfactory progress was re-
ported.
Brigadier General James Wv. Han
son, chairman by law of the State
commission, was present. Speaking
for the commission he said that the
citizens Of Lewiston should be proud
Of their new armory building and
that the citizens Of Maine should be
grateful for what Lewiston is doing
for the National Guard.
The problem Of maintaining an eff
cient National Guard is directly linked
with the facilities for training and
Maine generally is handicapped for
armories. In spite of the conditions
under which the Lewiston companies
have had to work. the RESULT had been
excellent, he said.
Because of the increase in home sta
lions of the Guard, the armery rental
allowance for cities and towns renting
armories had been reduced this year.
1t was to be regretted, the commission
said, but with the funds available
there was no other course.
At tho co, for aron ~,,>,o
son. E. l.. Chase and w. H. Cummings.
representing the State. Major James l..
Moriarty and E. p. Webster represent
ing the city Of Lewiston, and Captain
Daniel S. Dexter representing the Ma
tional Guard Of Lewiston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-01-19
Blake Estate More
THAN Two Millions

Bangor, Jan. 1S.-Inventory of the
estate of Richard H. Blake Of Bangor
was filed with Judge Warren in pro-
bate court on Wednesday by Edward B.
Draper, special administrator. Total
inventory is $2,103.36195, divided as
follows:
Real estate. s199.375: goods and
chattels. $617.S19.25; rights and cred
its. $1.296.167.70. Real estate includes
Bangor business frontage. residential
property and timberlands in northern
Maine. Real estate holdings in Spo-
kane are not listed.
or personal estate there is about a
million dollars in stock and bonds, in
Guiding railroad telephone. municipal
bank and industrials. besides govern
ment securities. Steam yacht Aria is
listed at $4,000.
Administration Of the will is held I'M
pending an appeal by a distant rela-
tive not mentioned. In the will, to be
heard supreme court sitting as a SUI
preme court of probate in February.
Bowdoin College Is left 100000. There
are numerous personal requests and
the remainder. estimated at more than
one million dollars. is left to Frederick
W.. Adams of Bangor. not a relative.
but long connected with Mr.. Blake in
business and personal matters and
cashier of the Merchants National
Bank of which Mr.. Blake was presi-
dent.
Mr.. Adams was named administra-
tor, but after opening of appeal pro-
ceedings Mr.. Draper was appointed
special administrator.
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Storm Battered Rum
Craft Seek Shelter
In Nova Scotia Ports

Halifax. n. s.. Jan. 1S.-StQrm.toa
rum-laden craft. after a hard na
with the elements are putting n
Nova Scotia ports for repairs
Lunenburg schooner Alfarata. u
Nassau for st. Pierre. Miquelon
1000 cases of liquor aboard. arriv6
Yarmouth today with the loss Of
and rudder head damage The vs
Will remain in port until March
matches have been securely batlsa
down and all the passageways
been sealed by customs officials %
guard will be kept on the vessel
The ,Digby schooner Dorothy ~
coated with ice. her engine out Ole
mission and foreSail damaked, put
Liverpool, N. S., today. She has
cases of assorted liquors and IS wu
from st. Pierre for Nassau. the
sci left ST. Pierre two weeks ar
With the largest cargo OF whA
her hold that has come to this Fn
recent months. the British sch@
Iomoka. said TO be EN- route frp
Pierre, Miquelon. to Nassau. ns
IN here for repairs. The schoonH,s
CINE is disabled and her skipper
tain Downey, who is i'll, has
brought ashore and placed In
pital. She has nearly 5000 caM
whisky aboard. Customs officfs
guarding the cargo while the ves
In port.