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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28
strike. declined to make any state

strike, declined to make any state
ment on the situation.
William H. O'Brien, director Of the
telephone division of the Massachu-
sets Department Of Public Utilities,
said that the situation was about
the same as yesterday, with a slight
improvement in service in some ex-
changes. Governor Cox said that as
the public did not appear to be
incohvenienced he saw no occasion
for him to act in the matter.
Interest tonight centered in an
evening meeting called in fremont
Temple, Boston, by Miss Annie NAL
10y, president of old local IA. The
members Of this union. stripped OF
its charter some time ago, are re-
naming at work. The meeting was
announced as open both to strikers
and non-strikers, regardless of their
affiliations. Rumors were wide
spread that movement was under
way for amalgamation Of this local
and the recognized local of the Bos-
ton Telephone Operators Depart
sment, headed by Miss Julia S. O'Con-
nor. president of the department.:
Miss Malloy said late today that
she had received a message from a
meeting of the strikers last night in
viting local IA to Join the strike.
She referred to it as "a belated in
vitation to join the misguided move
ment which has proved an utter
failure" adding:
I'VE reiterate that members of To-
cal IA are not involved in any Of
the consequences resulting from the
strike vote"
The telephone company had at
work as operators today many girls
who had enrolled as student opera
tors before the strike and a large
number of former employees of the
company. Mrs. Matt b. Jones, wife
of the president of the New England
Company, prepared luncheon for OPP
orators on duty in the Centre New
ton exchange in Newton, where she
resides. One of Mr.. .'ones' sons was
assisting in the office of this ex-
change and one of his nephews was
working as an operator.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28
Frank c. Geo

The many friends in town Of Frank
G. Gee were grieved to learn of his
death which occurred at the home
Of his daughter, Mrs. G. D. Jacobs,
where he has made his home for sew
eral years, Monday night at y O.
clock. Mr.. Gee has been in gradually
failing health for the past year.
The deceased was born in Dexter,
October 8, 1843 and when young
man went to Somerville. Mass, where
for several years he held position
in the freight department of the B. &
NJ. r. r. Later he returned to Dex-
ter where he engaged in agricultural
pursuits. Several years ago he to-
gether with Mrs. Gee came to Pitts
field to make their home with Mr.. and
Mrs. Jacobs. Mrs. Gees death oc-
Cured in 1916. Mr.. Gee had the dis
function Of being one of the Oldest
members of the Masonic fraternity
in the State, being member for %
years, having been made Mason IN
Penobscot Lodge of Dexter on March
4, 1867 and at the time Of his deatn
was an honorary member or that
lodge. Mr.. Gee was also an honorary
member of Bethlehem Chapter, Order
Of the Eastern Star Of Pittsfield and
was also a member of the Pittsfeid
Grange and served that order very
faithfully as chaplain for two years
during his residence here.
Surviving relatives are four daugh'
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28
Curious One
Chances, Then
Takes His Leave

A box about three feet long and
foot square has reposed in the police
headquarters all day long. The box
was marked "glass. handle with care"
and straw stuck out from the cracks.
"What might that box contain?' Gu
rious person asked officer Louis j.:
Rancourt. Twelve fine long-neckers.
was the reply. The curious one looked
longingly at the box. went to 1t ana
turned it over and inspected 1t careful
~. On the side toward the wall was
marked the address "City of Water
VILE" He turned it over again. Sloe
curtains, glass. be careful" met ms
gaze. The disgruntled curious one leit
Immediately while the officer grlnneo
broadly.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28
Charles z. Halt

The death Of Charles Z. Holt oc-
CURED Tuesday night at 11.30 at the
Sisters hospital, his death resulting
from injuries received last Friday
morning in an automobile accident.
Mr.. Holt was born in 1861. the son
Of Reuel and Sarah Holt of this town,
and had always made his home here.
For the past 80 years he had been in
the candy business. He first went into
the business with his brother. Eugene
Holt. they being in partnership for a
year, and during that time learning the
business of AL Thompson. late of Wa
terville. Eugene Holt then went to
Madison, where he conducted store
until coming back here as partner
few years ago. He was married to
Nellie B. Fisk of Wisconsin and they
made their home at the home place on
lower Maine street until Mrs. Hollis
death five years ago.
He was a member Of Fairfield Lodge,
I. o. 0. F. Mr. Holt had made many
friends while in business and was
highly esteemed. and his death will be
deeply felt by all.
He is survived by brother Eugene
Holt; sister. Mrs. Elizabeth Plaisted:
and a niece, Miss Florence Plaisted of
Waterville: three, half-sisters. Mrs. &C.
w. Chase and Mrs. E. G. Crawford Of
Waterville and Mrs. Ida Powers of
Montreal.
The funeral services will be held
Friday afternoon from the home at 2
o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28

were business visitors in town Wed
nesday. - w.
Members Of Fireside Chapter 0. z.
S. are requested to send greeting
cards to G. J. Mudgett at Sisters Hos
pital at anytime and to Mrs. Mary
Proctor at Augusta General next
Tuesday.
Among the business visitors in Wa
terville, Wednesday were Carroll M.
keene. Mark Grant, Franklin and We
mona Stinchfield, Harry Wiley.
children of Mr.. and Mrs. John F.
Stinchfield who were operated upon
for the removal of adenoids and ton
Sis on Tuesday at the Sisters Hos
pltal returned home Wednesday.
Miss Fannie Kendall has returned
nome from Beverly, Mass. to spend
her vacation with her father, Abbot
Kendall Of Pleasant st.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28

all. 1 can do my housework without
any trouble where before I'd have to
stop and rest every few minutes or
give out completely. My husband Is
taking it now and 1t is doing Won
ders for him. We just can't praise
it enough"
DR.. Thacher's Liver & Blood Syrup
is sold by leading druggists and the
purchase price will be refunded If stts
fails to benefit you.
DR.. Thacher's Liver & Blood Sy-
rup is sold in Augusta by John
Coughlin. in Gardiner by, Beane's
Drug Store, in Dixfeld by 6. o.
Gardner. in Norwaytby The Old
Moves Drug Store, in Damariscotta
by Horace T. Poland, lin Hallowell by
William T. Quinn. in Fairfield by
The Wilson Pharmacy and in Rum
ford by Bowers Pharmacy and OK
ford Ave. Pharmacy.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28

Almon N. Woods Of Los Angeles
general agent Of the West Coast Life
Insurance Co.. is visiting his aunt and
uncle, Mr.. and Mrs. l.. r. Brown OF
Sheldon Place. Mr.. Woods father is
a native of Maine but Mr.. Woods was
born in Nebraska and had never before
been in. this State. Mr.. Woods is much
impressed with the opportunities at
forded in this part of the country and
is amazed that people no not take
greater advantage of them. When he
spoke Of this he mentioned particularly
the wonderful scenery and chances for
development of the country for summer
resorts.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28
FAIRFIELD

Mrs. Fred Ramsdell and daughter,
Patricia Of Bangor are passing few
days at the homo Of her father,
Frank Linelin, Sr.
r. L. Cramm Of Portland, G. D.
Clark and Charles Robinson of Bos-
ton. were business callers in town
yesterday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Jordan have
returned to their home in Westbrooll
after visiting relatives in town for a
few days.
The Social union will hold a party
at the Baptist church this evening at
7.30 o'clock. All are asked to bring
the little apron which they received
will filled. There were not enough
aprons to go around. so If you did not
receive one. do not feel Sighted for
you are cordially invited to come,
gentlemen included and let the la
dies take your measure. Ice cream
will be on sale.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28

S., Pittsburgh, Pa, in telling
the other day Of her wonderful
experience with DR.. Thacher's
Liver & Blood Syrup.
"For five years I suffered terribly
from indigestion and constipation. !
got so I was actually afraid to eat
anything for after every meal gas
would form around my heart and
make me miserable for hours. was
bilious, too, and often would get so
dizzy l would come near falling. My
nerves were in such a wretched
shape could hardly sleep and there
was an awful pain in my back in the
region of my kidneys.
Nothing ever did me the good
that DR.. Thacher's Liver & Blood
Syrup has. Why, I can eat anything
I want now and it never hurts me at
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28
Hear First Band Concert

aaafds of Waterville citizens gath
M Monument Park last evening
aNeh to the first band concert of
*ason played by Drew's Waterville
Although the evening was cool
~ not uncomfortable, and during
uuur OF the concert the Main street
practically deserted. The band
- mixed program of popular Sc
y, ~ns This is the first of a series
" concerts given throughout the
Aer by the city. The Watervi!le
nary Band will alternate with
70 Band.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28
hHEATRE ATTRACTIONS

WEDNESDAY, AND THURSDAY
CV Opera House: Backbone" with
liM Lunt and Edith Roberts; edu-
hnal and comedy.
halnes Theatre: THE Village Black
Nth" Jane Novak in colleen Of the
s' Around the World in Is
with William Desmond.
sVer Theatre: THE Three Mus
essrs'
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28
PITTSF|ELD

William j. Philbrick was a bust
ness caller in Waterville on Tues
day.
Albert l.. Sylvester, who has been
visiting with relatives in Etna was
in town Wednesday on his return to
the Soldiers Home at Togus.
Mr.. and Mrs, Earl Friend have re-
turned home from their wedding trip.
passed in Boston, Old Orchard and
other points.
w. A. Ray Of Leominster Mass,
was a business caller in town We'd
nesday.,
Mrs. E. L. Converse and little son.
Paul, left Tuesday morning for a
visit with relatives in Meredith, n.
H.
Miss Alctha Small went to Dover
FoxCrOft Tuesday for visit with her
sister, Mrs. Amorette Lyshon and
family.
Mrs. Daisy Arnold of Dexter has
been in town for several days called
here by the illness and death of her
father, the late Frank c. Gee.
Mrs. Frank Wagner and grandson,
Harold Wagner, left Tuesday for
Lisbon Falls, making the trip by
automobile with John Pease of that
town, who has been visiting his
mother, Mrs. Ida Pease at her home
on West street. Mrs. Wagner will
visit in the home of her son. Max
Wagner at Webster, Mass. before
returning home.
The story reading hour which was
started at the library this week. will
be continued through July and Aug
ust. Beginning next week the stories
will be graded to suit different ages.
At three o'clock every afternoon ex-
cept Saturday and Sunday the stories
will be for children in grades l and
3. At $3.50 the stories will be for
grades 4 and 6, and at o'clock the
stories will be for grades and 9.
All boys and girls are invited to
come.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28

Day Deputy Ralph c. Blunt and Of
ficer Wallace Breard of the local police
force returned yesterday morning from
four-day automobile trip through the
provinces. They stopped at Quebec
and st. Anne. They report fine road
all the way through.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28
Old Local Ia
Rejects Proposals
Of Phone Strikers

Boston, June 27.-Old Local Ia
the Greater Boston union Of telephone
operators whose members refused to
obey an order to strike yesterday
morning, tonight voted to reject a
proposal placed before Miss Annie
MOloy, president of the body, that
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28
Mccormick Bangs

Robert c. Mccormick of Sidney. son
Of Mr.. and Mrs. George A. Mccormick
Of Boston, was married Tuesday to
Miss Annette E. Bangs, daughter of
Mr.. and Mrs. Albert w. Bangs of Sid
ney. The ceremony was performed by
Rev. Walter Quarrington Of Waterville.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28

representatives of Miss Julia S. o.
Conner, president Of the telephone
operators department, International
Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.
and of local la meet with two rep
resentativcs of the American Fedora
ton Of Labor in order to settle their
differences. The strike was called
by Miss O'Connor's union.
Tonight's meeting. which was call
ed as a joint meeting of the rival
factions of telephone operators, prov
ed to be strongly against the strik-
iEg element. 1t was voted to accept
no offer Of arbitration from anyone
but Miss O'Connor personally. a res
olution declaring that the president
Of the department must admit the
great mistake she has made"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28

1as marriage intentions Of Arthur
uafland and Lena JOHN. both of
sNille. have been filed at the city
hs Office.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28

Mrs. Nellie Hayes of Bangor and Mr..
and Mrs. Alden Hayes of South Paris
were guests Tuesday of Mr.. and Mrs.
C. L. Jones at the Melcher.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28
MRS.SHANN0N WASAFRA|O.
TO EAT ANYTHING

Thank heaven for medicine that has put end to my
awful stomach trouble that made miserable for all
these years. said Mrs Anna Shannon 1O8 Jarvee st. N.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28

Sheriff Henry Cummings of Augusta
was a business caller in town yester-
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28

| Watcrville Lodge. L. and A. NJ, will
hold a special communication tonight
at 7.3O with work in the Master Mason
degree.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28

aef OF Police William H. Murray
IN Augusta on business yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28

Rockland. Me-, June 27.-William A.
Healey, treasurer and local agent of
the Vinalhaven & Rockland Steamboat
Co.. died here today. He is survived
by widow and two children.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28

Ralph Gousse has returned from q
few days stay in Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28

Wayland Jones of China was a bust
ness caller in town yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28

tiers, Mrs. Flora Katen Of Dexter;
Mrs. G. D. Jacobs. Pttsfield; Mrs.
Frances Foley Of Bradford; Mrs. Dali
sy Arnold of Dexter; a son. w. +.
Gee Of Dexter; and two grandchil-
dren. Mrs. Edna King of Dexter and
Elmer Katen, Dover. HAN
The funeral services will be held
at the Free Baptist church at Dexter.
Thursday forenoon at 1890 under-the
auspices of Penobscot Lodge, F. & A.
NJ. Rev. c. d. Hazelton, pastor Of
the church viii officiate.
A birthday dinner was given at the
home of Mrs. c. L. Norton, Davis
street. Sunday, June cath. .lr houor
Of her birthday and the dinner was
served under the direction Of her
mother. Mrs. Lindsay. Out Of town
guests present were James H. Lind
say and wife of Thomaston, Mr.. and
Mrs. Fred Huntley Of Damariscotta
and her mother, Mrs. Lindsay, A. NJ.
Lindsay, @. H. Atkins, Mr.. and Mrs.
John Williams, Mr.. and Mrs. Ettip-
ger Of Pittsfield. She was the recipl-
ent of several beautiful gifts Be-
fore the departure Of the guests. late
in the afternoon, ice cream and cake
was served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-06-28

Miss Wis Alexander Of North Bel
grade was guest Wednesday Of Mrs.
Ross Baker. r99 a.t
The Nenana news., 1923-05-17
WILSON REQUEST IGNORED
 BUT DEMOCRAT GETS POST

DENVER, May 17-Governor Sweet has announced the appoint ment of AIvah B. Adams, Pueblo attorney, as United States senator to succeed the late Senator Nicholson. He is the son of Alvah Adams thrice govorner of Colorado, and is rated as a Conservative Democrat. He Is 48 years old.
 Following his appointment, Ad- ans issued a statement in which he announced the followiwng poh- cies: "As to the operation of rail- roads, it may be that Government ownership and operation is the sol ution of the transportation problem but I believe a further test of pri- vate ownership should be made be- fore the system is changed. I favor law enforcement, and that applies to the Eighteen amendment. am in sympathy with most of the e. conomic purposes of the Farm Bloc but don't think blocs should exert influence to the detriment of the whole. I favor adequate defense but do not approve the international pol icies of LaFollette and those who agree with him" ..-
The Nenana news., 1923-05-17
MADAGASCAR IS EXPECTED
 TO BOOST RADIUM SUPPLY

LONDON, May 17-Madagascag has huge uraniferous deposits which are capable of producing in the near future 40 to 50 grains of rad ium bromide a year, according 70 Professor Lecroix, secretary of the French Academy of Science. This production would be equal to about half of the worlds present annual supply. ..- :..-.::-
 Ten tons of "betafite", the name given by Profesor Lecroix 10 de- posits found in the Betafo district of Madagascar, furnish Is grains of radium bromide. He adds that the crystals from which the radium bromide is obtained are found con- veniently in red earth, and may be extracted by washing as is done in the case of gold bearing deposits.
The Nenana news., 1923-05-17
UNIVERSITY UNION
 HoNORS PRINCE OF WALES

LONDON, May 1.-The Prince of Wales, who for some time has had Is sets of initials in the wake of his name, now mas 16 His last decoration was created and conferr- ed at the recent dinner of the Am erican University Union, al which he was the honor guest. The new in- itials are o. o. U., which il was ex- plained by Dr. George E. Mclean, former chancellor of Nebraska Uni versity, stand for "One Of Us"
 The Prince. described at the ban quet by Lady Astor as one of the best Americans she ever knew, told the former college men and women gathered about him that he hoped soon to see a British student resi- dent in each of the 54 colleges in the United States holding member ship in the American University Union in Europe.
The Nenana news., 1923-05-17
INTERIOR DEPARTMENT WILL
 FILM ALASKA FOR EDUCATION

SEATTLE, May 17-A special to the Times from Washington says announcement has been made by the department of the interior that ar engagements have been completed for the filming of a comprehensive series of motion pictures in Alaska this summer, showing the develop ment of the territory, the upbuilding of it's cities and its commercial ad- vantages.
 Two cameramen from the recla- nation service have been assigned to the work and they probably will spend several months in the terri tory taking pictures, which will in clude special views along the rail- road, traffic on the rivers and other features of inteest.
 The films will be distibuted by the interior department next fall for educational purposes.
The Nenana news., 1923-05-17
Bandits Plan Attack.

SHANGAI, May 17-A strong force of bandits are reported to have gathered in the hills back of Lincheng where they are planning an attack on parties of foreigners who have gathered at Kaochang for the purpose of negotiating for the release of the train captives.
 Members of the Chinese govern ment gendarmerie boarded a Pek- ing -Shangai train yesterday and at tackled the train officials beat the. Chinese servants and seized every thing in sight in spite of vigorous protest on the part of the foreign CTS on the train The bandits held. the train for several hours.
 Leon Friedman, who is held cap tive by the Lincheng bandits, got a message through to his brother here, in which he stated Don't expect me for several weeks. Nego- tiations progressing slowly. Health good"
The Nenana news., 1923-05-17
CANNOT WRITE, BUT WIELDS
 A FAST KNITTING NEEDLE

LONDON, May 1.-The worlds knitting champion is an Irish woman who cannot speak English or write line-and she does not plan 70 make lecture of the United States. She is just plain Mrs. McShane, of Garriek. County Donegal, Ireland, and until a few weeks ago had never been on a train.
 Mrs McShane, despite these few deficiencies, won the first prize of a 5o-guinea cup and 50 pounds in 2 knitting contest with hundreds of other women. recently held in one Of London's largest department stor- es. She won the prize by completing a jumper in 2S hours and p ninut- es. The second prize was given to a young girl who completed the work ih 3I hours.
The Nenana news., 1923-05-17
MUST FIGHT
 TO HOLD EDGE ON POWER

WASHINGTON. D. C. May IT, Senator Moses, of New Hampshire chairman of the Republican senator ial registration committee, after a preliminary survey of political ten deneies, has issued a statement in which he declares that "Republi- can candidates will have a hard fight" in eight states next year.
 He believes the Democrats are certain to retain at least ten of the fourteen memberships for which a fight will be made, so that "on the whole, the Republican committee is not at all comfortable over the out look"
The Nenana news., 1923-05-17
TROTSKY URGES REDUCTION
 OF RED FORCES IN RUSSIA

MOSCOW, May 17-Minister of war Trotsky declares he is doing his utmost to tighten the military burden of Russia. notwithstanding the failure of the recent disarma- ment conference in Moscow. In a letter to the All Russian Conference on Mutal Relief he sets forth his hope to curtail the army consider ably in the near future but owing to the policy of our near neighbors and the enmity of the Entente to- wards Soviet Russia, we shall be compelled, for the time being, to maintain a sufficiently strong and able fighting army for our own protection. The money to maintain a strong, able army can be secured only if the Red soldiers will not have fears that their families at home will be sacrificed to famine and misery"
The Nenana news., 1923-05-17

NAVY WILL HAVE FUEL BASE AT SEWARD THIS YEAR
LEASE OF SEWARD RESERVE
 TO BRING NAVY TO ALASKA

SEATTLE, May 1.-The Wash ington correspondent of the Seattle Times has informed his paper that the signature of officials of the Alaskan Engineering Commission to- day to 8 20-year lease on ground at Seward which was formerly part of the naval storage reserve, indi- cates that naval vessels hereafter will do considerable cruising in Al aska waters.
 The agreement, which is between the Alaskan Engineering Commis- sion and the Standard Oil Company, says the leSsees must keep 5000 barrels of fuel oil and a liberal quantity of gasoline and other sup plies on hand for the navy, and it x understood construction work on l1Lu7CASS kdlhS anu OA1C4 equipment will be started immed- lately.
 The correspondent says the navy department has been anxious for 6 long time to put desuoyers in AL aska waters during the summer months, but the vessels were unable 10 operate so far from a base. The nex arrangement will make 1t feas- ible to send the ships North so that naval ravigators may make themselves familiar with territorial waters. The installation of the fuel ing plant at Seward solves the pro- blem.
 Tn addition to naval requirements, the Standard Oil Company will ear " supply of gasoline and other petroleum products for commercial use.