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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

full time. Refreshments of ice cream
and cake We're served by a commit
tee of ladies that included Mrs.
Grace Hedrick, Mrs. Fred Lilly, and
Mrs. William Fitzsimmonds. The
general arrangements for the party
were in charge of Mr.. Fred Lilly.
A second party is planned for the
near future.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
Golden Wedding Anniversary

The Golden Wedding annivel sary
of MIR. and Mrs. Will Holt was OBJ
served Feb. at the home of their
daughter Mrs. Arthur Staples. There
was about Is present. Mr.. Holt was
born in Agunqut in 1851. Mrs. Holt
formerly, Miss Honora Holbrook, was
born in jefferson. Me. 1857. AS
part OF the program the wedding
ceremony was repeated. The musical
program consisted of violin solo by
their grandson. Irving Grover, vocal
solo, Mrs. Colby: duets. Mrs. How
ard and Mrs. Colby and the Com
immunity club quarte,. Mrs. a. Il.
Crossman presided at the piano.
The anniversary presents we're
numerous including purse of
money and $50 in gold. Mr. and Mrs.
Hollis eight children were present ut
the anniversary. They were Mrs.
Melvina Stevens of Rockland. Mrs.
w. J. Barney, Gardner; Otis Holt of
Sangerville: Mrs. Chas. Grover. Mrs.
Arthur Staples, Earnest, George and
Harvey of this town. Refreshments
Of sandwiches, cake and coffee were
served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

About twenty-five members of the
Christian Endeavor Society of the
Penney Memorial Church were
guests of the Old South Christian
Endeayorers at their last meeting
and remained to see the moving pic
lures of Lincoln that followed the
meeting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
CHINA
School Closes For Vscation

LAKESIDE DRIvE-The Clark
School taught by Miss Thelma But
terrified closed Friday for the mid
winter vacation a feature of the
closing exercises which was much
enjoyed was the generous treat Of
CONNECTIONS contributed by the
teacher.
Miss Butterf1eld left town Satur-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

The children of the primary depart
ment of the Methodist church are to
have valentine party this afternoon
from to 6 in the vestry of the church
This includes the classespf Mrs. Harry
Smith. Mrs. Clarence Turner, Mrs.
George Cole and Harvard Gray. All
members of these classes are cordially
invited to attend.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

The Ladies' Aid of the First Uni
versalist Church had very pleas
ant meeting Tuesday afternoon at
the home of Mrs. William Fitzsim-
mondSs- Chestnut Street. The after
noon was busy one. Preparations
are under way for the usual Easter
sale and work was done upon aprons
for the apron table and particularly
upon garments for the childrens
table
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
Successful Bombahook Whist Party

Bombahook Club gave Tuesday
evening at the club rooms a very
pleasant and a very successful whist
party. About twenty-five tables en-
1oyed the pastime. There was a gay
and cheerful atmosphere of socia-
bility and one and all had a delight
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Everyone is looking forward to the
Valentine supper I'd be given by the
men of the Old South church this
evening from to $50. There will be
an excellent entertainment during the
supper and movies will follow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Ninety-five cents is a small sum
of money but after looking over r.
=. Smith & Cos ad. in another col
umn. it is surprising to see how far
it will go.--Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
LOCAL NOTICE

Remember the public Valentine
supper served by the men at Old
South vestry tonight, 6 to $50. Meat
pie. potato. peas. salad, rolls, cookies,
cake. ice cream. coffee. Entertain
ment and moving pictures. All for SO
cents. Feb13d1t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

The motion pictures to be shown
Sunday evening at the Old South
church will portray the New Tesla
ment scene of blind Bal timeus. This
picture will be followed by another
entitled Mature The Beautiful"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

One visitor of great interest has
been reported in Hallowell recently
mocking bird. Haflowell has been
able to report long list of birds this
season, many of them very rare winter
visitors in Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

The regular meeting Of the Halo
well Benevolent Society will be held
one week from next Thursday instead
of this week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Tuesday evening the Star Club
was delightfully."- entertained by Mrs.
Maud Edgerly. Water street. There
was an excellent attendance and a
very pleasant time. Delicious re-
freshments were served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Mrs. William Tudor Gardiner gave a
tea between the hours of and s yes
terday afternoon at her home, The
Oaklands." and was assisted by Mrs.
j. Walter Robinson. Mrs. George Bar
stow and Mrs. David Darling.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Tomorrow evening in City Hall the
Valentine dance to be given by Ward
One Community club will be held.
Forrest Smiths orchestra will fur
nish music.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

NJ. G. Gum, who was operated upon
at the Augusta General hospital Mon
day morning, Is reported as resting
comfortably and doing as well as could
be expected.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Charles Darling, who has been a
guest at the home of DR.. Il. a. Az
Grill. Beech street. has returned to
his home in Enfield.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

The regular meeting of Pell Cla-
son Camp Auxiliary. No. III. will be
held at Woodmans hall this evening.
4 Lincoln program will be given.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Oyster supper served for the chow
der club Wednesday. Feb. IS. Christ
Parish house $50 T. NJ. Principal
Charles 70 Taylor OF the Gardiner
high school is to he the speaker
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

w. T. Gardiner was in Portland,
Tuesday, where he attended the an
nual banquet of the Lincoln Club.
held last evening at the Congress
Square hotel.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

The choir of Saint Matthews
church will meet tonight at $50 in
the vestry for rehearsal.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

John B. Hubbard State Relief
Corps will meet this afternoon at
$3.50 with Miss Amy Tilden, Page
Street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Mrs. Gertrude Blaisden of Wal
than, Mass, has been the guest of
Mrs. Linwood keene.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

There will be an important official
board meeting at the Methodist
church, following the regular We'd
nesday evening prayer meeting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
GARDINER LOCAL NEWS
Telephone 37.W
Saturday 8 A. M. to IL M.

The C. c. S. club will meet Thurs
day afternoon with Mrs. Eta Mars
ton. Central street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

The degree team of the T., o. G.
c. will hold rehearsal at II! +. A.
Hall Thursday evening, Immediately
after the meeting of the Samaritan
Club.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

The Ladies' Auxiliary of the Ran
dolph NJ. +. church will meet with
Mrs. ROBBIE Marston on + street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

cay for Bangor. where she will visit
relatives for few days before going
10 her home in Macwahoc.. Miss
Butterfeid will return for the Spring
term.
The School League is Justly proud
Oh the new curtains recently pur-
cnased, winch adds much to the at
Effectiveness of the school room.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Current Events club will meet Fri
day of this week with Miss Elizabeth
McClench for the Valentine party.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

The Wednesday Club will meet this
week on Thursday evening with Mrs.
Floyd Bachelor, Central street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Whist Party at st. Joseph's hall
Wednesday evening. playing Will
begin at s. Tickets may be pro-
cured from any OF She committee. or
at I.eigtohns store. Ralph Booker
:, rnndolph. John McDonald's on
Spring street. Fenl- To-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Mrs, W. J.. Sccliins of East pt;s-
ton is the guest OF Mrs. +. y. H@i,-
ley. Windsor street. Randolph.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
HalloWell. Local News

Miss Helen McNaughton was a
visitor at HalIowell High Tuesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Mrs. w. \. I. Blagden left Tues
day morning tor Everett Mass.
where she will make her home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Twenty-two Hallowell people attend
ed the whist party given by Koussinoc
Chapter. d. a. r., at the Augusta
House yesterday afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
ADJUSTMENTS
Common Law Today at johnson
Opera House

Robt. Chambers greatest novel
which several years ago appeared on
the screen has been produced once
again in n far more pretentious
manner than Original version. One
of the real great all star casts has
been assembled for this release as
can be attested from the superb
cast mentioned elsewhere in this is
sue. 1t is. great big story of con-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Mrs Arthur Robinson is the guest
OF friends in Auburn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Mrs. Arthur B. Church is visiting
in Gloucester, Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
(Pontical Advertisement
- II G on
TO THE REPUBLICAN VOTERS
OF KENNEBEC co.

l wish to announce that I shall
be a candidate for Senator in the
June Primary and would appreciate
your support. l had a little expert
ence last year as a member of the
Legislature, in the House, and I be-
lfeve that the farmers Of kennebec
County should be represented in the
Senate by a farmer.
GEO. T.. SPARROW
PittstOn
feb6wed3t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Mrs. Ernest Shepherd has been the
guest of her. mother. Mrs. Julia Brad
bury, for few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Practice for the Winter Carnival
goes steadily on among the young
sters. All the hills are being utilized.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Frank MCGOWAN is the guest of Mr..
and Mrs. James Conlon in Greenwich,
Conn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

There will be big dance tonight
at Granite Cutters hall. Hallowell,
Music by PeasIce's Novelty orches-
ira. Feb13dlt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

The Art club viii meet Thursday
evening with Mrs. Allen Clark. Main
avenue, Farmingdule.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Mrs. Lillian Elliot OF Bowdeinham
is staying with Mr.. and Mrs. George
N. Densmore.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

The regular meeting OF the Ameri-
can Legion will be held Thurs lay
evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
OFFICE: III Main Avenue
OEIoc Hours 3 A. Nj. to 6 p. NJ

John Burns OF Portland was
business caller In town yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Miss Alice II. w. White of the
Maine Press Clipping Bureau was q
business visitor in Watcrville. Tues
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Mr.. and Mrs. w. J. Cloves and
small daughter, Lucille from yassal-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
LOCAL NOTICE

There Will be It big dance tonight
at Granite Cutters hall, Halloween.
Music by Peaslee's Novelty orches-
xro Febl3dlt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

SO in. Messaline Silks ......... Csc yd.
Assorted cOlOrs, value from Sligo to
$2.49 (shOrt ends).
$l.25 Silk Poplins, black & cOlOrs, Csc yd.
SITS Silk Velvets, asst. colors -. Csc yd.
$1.25 new All Wool Crepes ..... Csc yd.
$3.50 All Wool Coatings ~ Csc yd.
S1.9S Figured Corduroy ......... Csc yd.
$1.25 Black Venetian ....... Csc yd.
S2.98 Sport Hats ...... Csc ca.
$500 Coney Muff (black) ....... Csc
Ladies' Velastic Vests and Pants, SIPS
value .............. 95c ca.
1.25 Gents Outing Flannel Night Shirts
Csc ca.
2.9S Gents Pajamas ........... Csc ca.
25c Outing Flannel, colored and white,
yards ............ ............ Csc
29c All Linen Crash, 4 yards Csc
Ladies' fine Silk Hose, bought express
ly for this sale; cOIOrS, sand, navy,
grey, Log Cabin and black Csc pr.
Csc Fruit of the Loom Gotten, 5 yds. Csc
29c Chamois finish Long Cloth, yds. Csc
TIC Brushed Wool Yarn, balls Csc
SIPS Gents Wool Gloves, reinforced
with leather Observation-Disclosures Csc ca.
Ladies' Brassieres, assorted lot, S1.75 to
S2.9S; washable satin, satin brOcade Csc
Gents heavy Fleeced Shirts and Draw
ers, SI.l3 value ,............. Csc ca.
Gents Wool Slip Ors, S1.19 value, Csc ca.
Ladies' Brown Ribbed Hose, Sl.25 value
COTTON and woOD ........ :. Csc pr.
29c Pillow Slips, for ......... Csc
29c Bleached Terry Towels, for ;. CSC
Soc Silk Stripe Madras Shifting, 2 yds. Csc
Pr. Clild's Fleece Lined Tights (Size
-, Sl.25 value ............9 Csc ca.
Muff Beds w .. Csc ca.
Child's Rabbit Fur Muff Csc
81 in. Plaid Skirting, S2.75 value, Csc yd.
Sc in. New Plaids .... Csc yd.
Carter Bros Vests and Pants, SIPS
value ........... ........ Csc ca.
Mems Initial Handkerchiefs (Not all
letters), zoe value, for Csc
F. s. Smith Co.
GARDINER, ME.
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Evening star., 1924-06-15
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS
and AURORA HILLS.

VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS. June Il
(SpeciaD aD.-Represent the entire
community. a committee of seventy
five citizens held a special meeting
Monday evening at the Community
Church House to discuss the school
situation. A unanimous vote was
cast in favor of the present school
site. 1t was brought out that the
school bonds were voted for by the
people of this district for a school
to be erected on the proposed site,
and, inasmuch as there are at present
approximately 800 families to be
taken into consideration, 1t is be-
lieved unlikely that any change will
be considered regarding location.
The committee in charge of num-
bering the houses for city delivery of
mail reports the work finished. Every
one has been notified to have
numbers and letter boxes up by Mon
day SO as to eliminate confusion.
The Missionary Society held a
monthly meeting Wednesday evening
B. Z. Wagner. who was the mission
Seventh Day Advenusts, was the
Maj. Hugh Allen of Aurora Hills.
who is i'll in Walter Reed Hospital,
is reported much better
Sunday will be the closing day for
the Seventh Day Adventist camp
meeting. The speakers for the day
Miller, medical supervisor of the
Washington Sanatorium. 1890, and
at night a speaker who always draws
crowd, Elder WeStbrook
Evening star., 1924-06-15
Berwyn-Branchville.

BRANCHVILIE. June Il (Special).
The special election held last Mon
day for Incorporating BerWyu,
Branchville, and a part of Daniels
Park, resulted in defeat of the meas
ure, 1S4 voting against and "a for
incorporation.
Children's day exercises are being
held this morning in the Presbyterian
Sunday School, BerwyE, also in the
Methodist Church, BranchVille, be-
ginning at 10 o'clock. -n
The local schools will close FTiday,
June 20, with exercises and bestowat
of certificates on Thursday evening,
at the Berwyn Presbyterian gym
naSium.
On Tuesday evening. June "a, the
Methodist Church will hold a festival.
in the grove adjoining the church.
band concert will be a feature Of
the evening.
On Sunday. June 29. the Rev H. Z.
REGISTER will preach at the Methodist
Church.
Miss Jessie Miller, who has resided
with her aunt, Mrs. n. ]. Nevius fot
several years, left on Thursday for Il
five weeks visit to her home in
Brainerd MINI.
Sherman Smith, eleven-year-o old
son Of Mr.. and Mrs. Herbert H. Smith,
who has been seriously i'll in a, hos
pital in Washington, is reported gut
of danger. Little Lee Bowie, who
was struck by an automobile while
delivering papers on his bicycle and
was 50 seriously injured that for
while his life was despaired OF, lS
also reported to be improving "a
Sibley Hospital.
Evening star., 1924-06-15
VIENNA.

VIENNA, Va, June IA, Especially -
At the municipal election on Tues
day A. w. Leonard was chosen
mayor. and the following officers were
Vernon Gown, W. T. Van Doren, w.
w. Louk, Wilmer Powick, Mrs. A. 3.
BarrinGer, Mrs. F. A. Wilcox: treas
urer, James Allen; sergeant. Jack
Pettitt. The officers hold office for
two years
The Vienna Citizens Association
met Wednesday evening. The prin-
cipal item of interest was the report
of Chairman Culver of the civic i'm
provement committee relative to the
cleanup campaign now being, con-
Quoted here. The report stated that
committee consisting of Mrs. :. G.
Stunt of Boutwell,, Mrs. w. o. Rob
inson of Falls Church, and Mrs. Ralph
Chilcott, had inspected the homes IN
each of the four sections OF the town
as to cleanliness and neatness. This
committee, on basis of thirty points
as a perfect score, awarded the hon
ors of first place to the southwest
section with 21.60 points, northeast
section had 2l.S0 points, southeast,
2O.42, and northwest, 1916. Individ-
of a. w. Leonard, l.. l.. Freeman,
Mrs. J. NJ. Newton and NJ. a. Cum
Minis, each having a perfect score.
The next Judging Will be on August
/, at which time prizes will be
awarded to the sections and individ-
uals showing the greatest improve
ment of grounds. The association
voted the purchase of placards and
handbills to be used to advertise this
work 1t was reported that r. q.
Wright has purchased from Mrs.
Bridget McGinty Il house on Church
street which will be removed, thus
improving this section of the town.
The Fairfax County Chapter, D. A.
R, was entertained on Friday at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs. Franklin Will
liams, with twenty-five members
present. Chairmen of the various ac-
tivities of the organization were ap-
pointed for the coming year as fol-
lows: Education work, Mrs. William
G. Welbourne: marking historic
zine. Mrs. Laura P. Jones; Ameri-
canization, Mrs. II. w. Poole; inter
national relations, Mrs. Tunis C.
Quick; liquidation and endowment
fund, Miss Carrie Parker; Ivakota,
Mrs. Cassius NJ. Lawrence; collecting
revolu utioaary war relics, Mrs. Will
liam 3. McGroarty; rural libraries,
of the flag, Mrs. Emil Gait, and
genealogical research, Miss Alma Nc
Groarty. A steel engraving after
Daniel Huntington'S painting of
Mrs. Washington's Reception" was
offered the chapter through Miss
May Ballard. A meeting of the Off
cial board was arranged for June 10,
at the home of Mrs. Peter B. Graef,
to complete the year book. A lunch
con was given. last Saturday at the
Ebbitt Hotel by the officers of the
chapter in honor of the retiring re-
gent, Mrs. Henry W. Petty of Ar
lington.
Evening star., 1924-06-15
BIG VIRGINIA EXHIBIT
GOING TO new YORK
State 0versubscribing for So.thern
Exposition Display on
January 19 to 81.
Special Dispatch to The Star.


RICHMOND. Va. June 14.-Virgin-
las campaign for a representative
display of her products at the South
ern Exposition in New York city,
January 10 to 81, inclusive, Will Wlnd
up tomorrow, the quota assigned the
state being greatly oversubscrtbed
Gov. Trinkle and the heads OF the
various state departments will take
10000 feet of space in the exposition.
Virginia will display her agricultural
mineral and other resources. one
tenth of her space will be given over
to agriculture and a large part or
the remainder to her natural re-
sources. The progress made on N1r-
ginia roads will be graphically por-
trayed.
Fredericksburg and Winchester
chambers of commerce and others will
be represented. In Winchester the
apple growers will cooperate, and
fruit and vegetable growers organi-
cations will have an exhibit. Manu-
facturers in Lynchburg, Richmond,
HopeWell, Petersburg and other cities
Will display their wares anol the
Hampton Roads port commission will
have an exhibit featuring the oppor-
tunities offered to manufacturers.
Firginia's educational institutions
will be represented by large exhib-
its featuring the great work that
they have accomplished in building
the nation, and her history will be
portrayed in historical exhibits. The
Virginia State Chamber of Commerce
Will have a great map on which will
be shown the location of the various
great natural and agricultural re-
sources of the state, the location of
her towns and cities. her water
power, navigable rivers and every
other advantage that she has to offer
the manufacturer.