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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-05-08

MAY s
Smith W Webster at Capital park.
MAY 10
Williams VS. harrington at Will
liams graunds.
St. Mary's vs. Lincoln at Muster
field.
College Baseball
MAY s
U. of NJ. VS. n. II. State at Dur
ham. n. H.
Bowdoin vs. Wesleyan at Middle
MAY 8
Bowdoin vs. Harvard at Cam
bridge. Mass.
Bates VS. Colby at Watervile.
MAY 10
Bowdoin VS.. Vermont State at
Burlington, vt.
MAY IL
Bates VS. U. of NJ. at Orono
Bowdoin VS. Middlebury at Middle
bury.
Bowdoin VS. Tufts at Medford
College Tennis
MAY 1O-11
State Meet at brunswick.
College Golf
MAY II
Bowdoin VS. Augusta Country Club
at Augusta.
High and Prep School Baseball
MAY 8
Cony vs. Brunswick at Brunswick.
Coburn Seconds VS. Unity at Unity.
North Haven.
tute at Fairfield.
Higgins Classical Institute vs. T..
Of NJ. Freshmen at Orono.
Oakland vs. Madison at Oakland.
Sanford VS. Biddeford at Bidde-
Skowhegan VS. Oak Grove Semin-
airy at Oak Grove.
Waterville VS. Gardiner at Water
Vile.
Winslow VS.. Goodwill at Winslow.
MAY 10
Coburn VS. Bowdoin Seconds at
Brunswick.
Coburn vs. Westbrook at West
brook.
Winslow VS.. Erskine at South
China.
NAY II
Cony vs. Portland at Portland.
Coburn Seconds VS. ErSkine at
South China.
Warren VS. st. George at Warren.
Rockport VS. Bristol at Rockport.
Lawrence VS. Madison at Fairfield.
Richmond VS. Monmouth Academy
at Richmond.
Oakland vs. Maine Central Insti-
! tute at Oakland.
Sanford rs Sullivan at Berwick.
Coburn VS. Hebron at Hebron.
Waterville vs. Orono Catholic at
! Orono.
Hancock County League
MAY 9
Bluehill VS. Penobscot at Penob-
! scot.
Brooklin VS. Deer Isle at Deer Isle.
Sedgewick Us Brooksville at
Sedgewick.
Bluehill vs. Sedgewick at Sedge-
wick.
Brooksville vs. Deer Isle at Deer
Isle.
BROOKLYN vs. Penobscot at Penob-
scot.
Other Events
MAY IL
Maine intercollegiate Track Meet
at Orono. -
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-05-08

When observing batters or
base runners, what points
should a catcher watch for
most closely?
Answered by
RAY SCHALK
Catcher, Chicago white sox, the only
Man in big league baseball who has
caught over 100 games year for ten
years.
A good catcher always tries to
interpret the signals of the batter
and the baserunner. A touch on the
peak of the hat or belt, rubbing the
trousers or letters on the shirt. or
thousand and one other old signs
are all under close observation by
a wise catcher. To him they are a
newspaper. telling the forthcoming
plays, which he in his turn endeav-
ors to break up by skilful signaling
of his own.
Copyright. 1923. Associated Editors)
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-05-08
Eleazer w, Watson


The funeral of the late Eleazer
w. Watson was held Sunday after
noon, o'clock from his late home
In this town. Rev. T. j. Coolbroth.
pastor of the Waterville Advent
church offlciated and the interment
was in the Maplewood cemetery. The
services were private.
Mr.. watson passed away Friday
night after a ten days illness brought
about by a general breakdown. He
was aged IS years. three months and
two days. but in spite of his advanced
age, had always enjoyed good health.
He was born in Rome. the son of
John and Dorothy Watson and was
or the Advent faith. having been a
faithful member of. that church for
many years. One son. Fred RI. Wat
son Of Springfield. Mass, and two
daughters, Mrs. B. L. Blakeney of
Fairfield and Mrs. e. F. Parker Of
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-05-08
harrington Downs
Smith Nine 1912

A home run by Allen Morton of the
Smith school was the feature of their
clash with the Harrington seniors at
the Harrington grounds yesterday when
Smith boys to the tune of 1912. Has
kell struck out II of the Smith willow
wielders with Maker behind the plate,
and IL Of the harrington batsmcn fan
ned. Fabrzi. who twrled for Smith
the first of the game. striking out 7.
and Goodchld, who substituted for him
taking to his credit. Morton caught
for Smith.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-05-08
AMERICAN LEAGUE

YESTERDAYS RESULTS
Cleveland II; St. Louis 3.
Detroit 8; Chicago q.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-05-08

Three Boston nationals recruits
We're released Monday TO minor
league clubs under optional agree
ments. whereby Il Boston club has
the right to recall them on or before
September Is. First baseman Eddie
Sobb goes to Binghamton, n. Y. club
of the Pennsylvania league. Catcher
Edward r. Cousineau and pitcher L.
Garland Braxton were sent to the
Worcester Club of the Eastern
League.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-05-08

month in the Opera House. Also the
team shall accept an invitation out
OF town to make arrangements for
Decoration Day.
Alfred Ouilette has returned to
Lewiston. after being the guest of
friends in town.
Miss Reta MeKinnon has returned
from Clinton where she has been
visiting friends.
Robert Cole has returned from
Corinna where he has been visiting
his mother.
There will be a benefit supper for
the Woman's Relief Corps and their
families Wednesday night at o'clock
at the G. A. R. hall.
Leo Lessieur has returned to
Livermore Falls after visiting friends
and relatives in town.
Percy Homer of Franklin was a
business caller in town yesterday.
The Ladies' Social Union will meet
this afternoon at the home Of Mrs
Fred Savage with Miss. Mable Downe
assisting as hostess.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-05-08

Though tho Old Orchard golf
course had been in use for two
weeks. the formal opening will take
place next Saturday, providing moth
ing unforeseen intcrvenes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-05-08
YESTERDAYS SCORE
PERCENTAGE Dope
and GAMES TODAY
NATIONAL LEAGUE

YESTERDAYS RESULTS
Brooklyn II; Boston II.
New York 10; Philadelphia 8.
Pittsburg II; St. Louis q.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-05-08

JODAY's GAMES
Cincinnati at Roc'on.
Chicago at New York.
Pittsbure at Brooklyn.
St. Louis at Philadelphia.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-05-08
Enhancement Announced

engagement Announced
Mr.. and Mrs. Stillman T. Curtis
announce the engagement of their
daughter, Eerna Blanche to Ormonde
w. Lawry, son Of Mr.. and Mrs.
Charles A. Lawry.
DR.. Horace Miller of Sanford is in
town being called here by the death
OF his brother, DR.. William S. Mil
Ter,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-05-08

The baseball event of the week in
Portland will be staged at Bayside
Park Thursday afternoon. when
Catholic High and Portland High
cross sticks. If young Woods gets
his left hand slants going right, the
Blue will have a hard time pushing
counters over that old plate. for
Woods looks like one Of the best bets
in the Telegram league.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-05-08

Grammer School Baseball
MAY 5
Smith W Webster at Capital park.
MAY 10
Williams VS. harrington at Will
liams graundS.
St. Mary's VS. Lincoln at Muster
field.
College Baseball
Putnam patriot., 1923-12-21
P. H. s. PUPILS GIVE
 COMEDY IN THEATRE
Stage Musical Play of Old Ire land.-Entertain Large
 Audience
Scenic Effects and Lighting Delight Every Orchestra Plays

Practically full house at the Bradley Theatre Wednesday night saw q cast of high school students successfully present the musical com edy "The Wishing Well" The or ehestra seats were filled by the ad- vance ticket sale of reserved seats. and the rush" seats tn the gallery were quickly taken.
 The first scene opened in rose gar den setting. and with Terence O'More. played by Ellis Pritchard. asleep on a garden bench The dancing of troop af fairies. which was made very beau. tiful by the lighting arrangements woke him up. and soon Noreen. the niece of Lady Mary Donneli, owner os the estate, appeared. The part of Noreeu was played by Jane Haines. In the course of time Terence and Lady Mary, played by Ruth daCou= dres. became acquainted and then in- innate Squire Matthew Baxby. play ed hy Perry Barber, comes onto the es. tate. and after near Heht with Ter enee. the squire has song talk with Lady Mary He drives bargain
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Putnam patriot., 1923-12-21
FIREMEN ASSEMBLE
 AT ANNUAL DINNER
Postmaster Macdonald Is Toast master at Event In Put
 nam Inn
Vaudeville Artist. Eniertsin--Mayex
 and Other. Make Addresses

Members of the Putnam fire de- partuea; cant recall when they had a more enjoyable time than they had last night at their annual banquet. held m the main dining room of the Putnam Inn. There was an attend ance of about seventy-hve and a pro gram all to their liking was carried out with great success.
 Postmaster Archibald Macdonald was toastmasfer. It was whise Mir. Macdonald was mayor that the fire deparsmeat was reorganized Gnd start cd along on It's present basis. He made an excellent toastmaster. keeping events on the program going at top speed, and in his brief talk imparted some uf his sound advice and counsel.
 Among the guests of the evening. who also responded to calls for speech es. were Mayor Victor Chapdelains, Aldermansat-large Charles Richard. Fire Chief Ralph E. Thurston and A Assistant Chief Alphonse Dumas.
 The party greatly enjoyed the tur- key dinner served by Landlord E. c. Rogers.
 Professional entertainment was pro vided by two groups of artists. who also appeared on the Bradley Theatre vaudeville program last night. This part of the banquet program was greatly appreciated and added lot to the success Of the annual dinner and leve-feast.
Putnam patriot., 1923-12-21
CLOSES CHEMICAL PLANT
F. H. Sanborn 10 Remove From City
 -Diseontinues Manufacturing

F. H. Sanborn. who has conducted the Sanhorn Chemical Works in this city for the past three years, has per manently closed his plant Mir San born will spend the winter in New York city, and later will consolidate with some other chemical concern. and locate in a warmer climate. where he will be away from the New Haven road. and its embargnes
 When Mir. Sanborn started the bnsi= ness here. his plant was located on School street. Later he moved the equipment Co a site near his home Oh the Senexet road His home Is just over the line in Woodstock, and the plant just on the Putnam side of the line.
 Mrs. Sanborn and their little daugh- ter. Marjorie. leave about the middle of January for Nice, France. where they will spend the winter. Two other daughters. Misses Mary and Grace, who have been students at Putnam High school. will attend St. Mary's school at Peekskill, N. '. Noel San born will go to the Rectory School, Pomfret. for the rest of the year.
Putnam patriot., 1923-12-21
HEAR SHARPE CASE
 IN RHODE ISLAND
Local Young Man Stands Trial Today on Non-Support
 Charge
Has Said He Won't Pay Cent For
 Wife's Maintenance

Al Providence this forenoon. in the District Court, Milfrcd Sharpe of this city was to be given a hearing on the charge of nen=suppert preferred by his wife. Anna Monks Sharpe At noon the case had not been reach because of the large number of other eases on the docket. that took up the courts time
 There is much interest in Putnam in the outcome of today's court action. Young Sharpe has affirmed that he would not support his wife; that he would go to jail before he would con. tribute to her maintenance. If be takes this stand in court and sticks to it, he may be sent to jail. if he is found guilty of the charge he now faces. Or court may require him to furnish bond giving assurance that stipulated sum will be paid to his wife. Int Sharpe says he will no, furnish bond.
 Interest runs high therefore, in the outcome of today's trial.
 Wilfred Sharpe. who ia the son of Dr. and Mrs Harry Sharpe of this city. was arrested Tuesday afternoon by Putnam police on warrant. is- sued by Providence police. charging non-support. He wHs admitted Co bail in the sum of $500, furnished by his father, and was immediately re leased He went to Providence yes terday, going voluntarily, he having decided not Co fight extradition He retained as hia counsel Attorney Charles L. Torrey of this city. who appeared in his behalf in court this morning.
 Sharpe's appearance tn court to- day adds another chapter to the sen sational events that have developed since his marriage in 1921 to Anna Monks, q widow and mother of four children, the oldest being about the age of Sharpe.
 Because of the newspaper publicity given these developments, contributed almost wholly by Mrs. Sharpe. many people in New England are familiar with the kidnapping episode, staged in Wildwood Park in the summer of 1929. when Mrs Sharpe and two soldier friends took her husband from the dance pavilion and tried to take him Co Providence In an United States Army machine, employed unlawfully by one of the soldiers. who has since been courtmartialed and imprisoned. Young Sharpe was taken from the kidnapping party just this side of the state line and brought back to Put nam.
 Events went along quietly until Sharpe brought suit for divorce. A counter action was instituted by his wife. This contested divorce Is now before the Windham County Superior court and Is awaiting the attention of State Referee Greene. to whom the complaints have beea referred for s hearing
 It was learned yesterday that Judge Greene has assigned next week Friday, Dee. 28. as the day on which he will hear the divorce petitions. Evidence will be taken at the court rooms in Putnam. but the public will not be ad- mitted.
Putnam patriot., 1923-12-21
MARRY IN SECRET.
 PUBLIC SOON HEARS
Putnam Couple Hoped to Keep Their Marriage Quiet For
 Awhile
William Irons and Mildred Wallon Surprise Friends-Wed in Webster

Trying to keen secret a wedding, with alert newspaper men around. Is not always successful, as was demon strated Tuesday afternoon at Web ster when two local people. William Irons. g. and Miss Mildred Wallon. la, failed in their attempt to hoodwink the Fourth Estate representatives Just before taking a train from Web ster, they denied Co a newspaperman that they had been married few min ut2s before. but Rev +. E Lombard. pastor of the Congregational church at Webster, acknowledged that he had performed the ceremony.
 Mir. Irons has lived in Putnam since last June. He is the brother of Mrs. Lillian Thompson of Sunnyside street. wife nf the manager of the downtown A. & P store. Both Mir. and Mrs. Thompson were surprised upon learning of the marriage. when informed about Il by a Patriot report CT an hour after the ceremony. They had not been aware that Mir. Irons was contemplating marrying again. but were not surprised that the bride was Miss Wallon. for Mfr. Irons and Miss Wallon had been keeping com pany for some time.
 The bride made her home for ten years prior tg six months ago, at the Childreu,s Home in the Sawyer Dis triet. During the past few months she had been engaged in domestic work with Pomfret family.
 The couple were married upon the expiration of the five days following the filing of the marriage intentions with the Webster town clerk. The bride gave her address as 56 Meehan- ics street, Putnam.
Putnam patriot., 1923-12-21
AUTO HITS WAGON
Max Levine. Driver of Latter, is Plae-
 ed Under Arrest

An automobile owned and driven by Nj. C. Gulnac of School street. this city, was in collision with the wagon of Max Levine on Grove street. near Pleasant, yesterday afternoon about 6 o'clock. The wagon was filled with barrels of apples and one barrel of cider. When the collision occurred, any onlookers had all the apples they could eat. and all the cider they could drink.
 Alleging that the wagon was carry ing no lights. and thus was responsi. ble for the accident, Mir. Gulnae had the wagon driver. Mir. Levine, arrested and the case will probably come up be- fore the city court soon.
 The wagon was not damaged. though there was some loss to apples and ci- der. The automobile had it's headlight, radiator, and one mudguard jammed, a wheel broken and tire spoiled.
Putnam patriot., 1923-12-21
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EASTERN STAR INsTALLs
Mrs. Thomas Watson is Indueted as
 Worthy Matron of Local Chapter

The annual installation of officers of Jessamine Chapter. 0. F. S. was held Wednesday evening in Masonic Temple The retiring Worthy Ma tron. Mrs. George Teft, conducted the ceremony assisted by Past Worthy Matron, Miss Harlie |. Corbin.
 The following were installed Wor- thy matron, Mrs. Thomas Watson !; worthy patron, J H. MeCulIoeh; as- sociate matron, Mrs. J H. McCulloeh ; secretary, Miss Emma M. Roberts ; treasurer. Mrs. Inez V. Hoyle; con ductor. Mrs. II. s. Whipple; associate conductor, Mrs. C. l.. Knight; chap lain. Mrs. R. l.. Kenyon; marshal, Miss Harlie I. Corbin; organist. Mrs. W. N. Phillips; Adah, Mrs. F. L. Davis; Ruth, Mrs. Jesse F. Rich Esther, Miss Elizabeth Diamond ; Martha, Mrs W. H. Richards0l Electa, Mrs. John C. Bates; warder, Mrs. ]. s. Shepard; sentinel. J. s. Shepard.
 Bouquets of flowers from the Chapter were presented to Mrs. Tefft and to the new matron, Mrs. Watson. Jewels were presented to Mrs. Tefft, retiring Worthy Matron, and also to A. K. Metealf. retiring Patron.
 At the close of the meeting a social hour was held and Christmas salad was served by Mrs. John C. Bates. Mrs W. H. Richardson, Mrs. K. E. Hi and Mrs. Y. H. Burt.
Putnam patriot., 1923-12-21
NATIVITY PLAY SUNDAY
Famous Pantomine to be Given at 8 o'clock in Pomfret

The Pomfret Nativity Play will he given at eight o'clock Sunday evening in Pomfret Hall. Those wishing to see the panto- mime are advised to be on hand early and secure seats. During the presentation there will be carol singing in Christ church. nearby If there is not enough room in the hall for all those who. wish to see the religious drama. they will be accommodated in the church. and a second show ing will be given. directly after the first, if the size of the audi ence warrants 1t.
 On the same evening Thomp- son residents will present Christmas drama in the Congre- gational church.
Putnam patriot., 1923-12-21
WOODSTOCK BOY
 FOR WEST POINT
John H. Hinrichs Wins Alp. pointnent in Competitive
 Examination
congressman Gave Father Similar
 Opportunity Years Ago

John H Hinriehs of Pasadena. Cal, a grandson of Frederick W Hinrichs of Woodstock and New York, has recently pessed successfully a com. petitive examination for entrance to the United States Military Academy at West Point and has received his appointment from Congressman Line berger. Young Hinrichs was a stu dent at the Woodstock Academy be. fore the family moved to Pasadena. Cal, few wears ago.
 The following account of Hinrichsi appointment was recently published in the Brooklyn Daily Eagle:
 ''John H. Hinrichs of Pasadena. Cal, a student at Pomona College, but whose numerous relatives reside il Brooklyn, has just received from Congressman Lineherger an appoint ment to West Point. He Is grand son of Frederick W Hinrichs. He was born at the Sandy Hook Proving Grounds. where his father, Frederick W. Hinriehs IT,. then q lieutenant, was at the time stationed The young man has just successfully passed competitive examination instituted by MT. Lineberger which placed him at the head of the list of competitors and gave him the appointment.
 Father in Army
 His course presents a parallel to that of his father, Col Frederick W. Hinrichs Jr.. born in Brooklyn and always a resident here until his regu- lar army career began in 1902. Colonel Hinrichs is now a professor in the California Institute of Tech nology and dean of the upper classes Colonel Hinrichs when boy of l5,
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Putnam patriot., 1923-12-21
THE WEATHER

Today, the shortest day in the year. despite the weather mans predictions, is fair and. for De eember, warm. However. one must keep in mind that When the days begin to lengthen, the cold begins to strengthen. But there is hope. for "When the days grow longer, the sun grows stronger The forecast favors increasing cloudiness with a slow " rising temperature followed by light rain.
Putnam patriot., 1923-12-21
SCHOOL OBSERVES CHRISTMAS

Christmas exercises were held in the different rooms of the Israel Putnam school today. Each room had tree, and Santa Claus came Co each of the classes in turn, distributing gifts to the children. Several of the classes gave little Christmas playlets. as part of their program of Christmas ob- servance.
Putnam patriot., 1923-12-21
P. II. s. CHRISTMAS PARTY

The annual freshman Christmas party was held at the Putnam High school Thursday afternoon. This party. which the first year students annually tender to the rest of the school, was complete success. There was present for everyone, and bag of candy as we'll The school or ehestra furnished the music for dane ing
Putnam patriot., 1923-12-21
pAYvILLE NEEDS POSTMASTER

An examination will be held al Dan ielson on Jan !. conducted by the U. s. Civil Service, for the purpose of choosing a postmaster for the Killing ly postofiice at Dayyille. The term of Postmaster Patrick Riley. Demo crat, expires at that time.
Putnam patriot., 1923-12-21
ELECT MRS. TwIGG
Putnam League of Women Voters Has
 Annual Meeting and Election

The annual meeting of the Putnam League of Women Voters was held in Odd Fellows hall yesterday after noon. Officers were elected for next year as follows: President. Mrs. George Twigg; vice president, Miss Rosamond Danielson; treasurer. Mrs. Annie Child; secretary, Mrs. C. Nj. Elliott: board of directors, Mrs 5. NJ kolofF. Mrs. W. F. Rafferty. and Mrs Ii. L. Pease The League went on rec. ord as favoring the talked-of amend ment to the constitution regulating child labor throughout the country.
Putnam patriot., 1923-12-21
STORES OPEN

Putnam stores will be open this evening. Saturday evening. and Monday evening, in order that Christmas shoppers may have ample opportunity to com plete their purchasing before the holiday arrives.
Putnam patriot., 1923-12-21
ALDERMEN AGREE ON
 CITY OFFICE SLATE
Republican Members of Next Common Council Talk
 Things Over
To Retain Police Captain. Sergeant. Patrolmen. Prosecuting Attorney

l. was learned today that the Re. publican members of the next city council held an informal meeting on Wednesday night at which some things in general and other things in particu. lar were discussed frankly and certain definite conclusions reached
 h other words they have decided for themselves who will be elected Cd sundry salaried city positions, ,o serve during the next two years. They hold the balance of power in the next city council and therefore it will be their votes that will do the eleeting when the aldermen and mayor 20 into exec. utiee session to make choice Of city officers.
 Approve Major Office Holder
 It is stated on good authority that the Republican members of the next council are unit in favor of return. ing to office Captain ef Police Jarvis and other present members of the DO. lice department; that John r. Carpen. ter has made an excellent prosecuting attorney and fl he will accept will re. elect him; that there k ne better choice for the office Of chief of the fire department than Ralph F. Thurstol the present incumbent, and f he will accept also. will return him to office The mantle of official favor also falls on Frederic Dumas superintendent of streets. and George W. Perry. city en. gineor.
 To Make Some Changes
 While the Republican eouneilmer are agreed on the men for the majoi city positions, there Is a difference oi opinion when some of the other offices are considered. and II seems today a' If some changes will be made. Just which city offices arc in question wa not disclosed. but confident assurance was given that there were several.
Putnam patriot., 1923-12-21

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