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New Britain herald., 1924-03-14
REVENUE INQUIRY OPENS
Hearing Today Is in Private and
 Among Witnesses is Commissioner Fl. D. Blair

Washington, March 14.-Inquiry in- to the operation of the Bureau of h. ternal Revenue opened today before the senate select committee headed by Senator Watson. republican. Indiana.
 Meeting in executive session, the committee heard officials of the bu- reau headed by Commissioner D. H. Blair. who had been instructed to present charts showing the status of tax collections for past years and of claims lodged against the government by taxpayers
 The inquiry was ordered by the senate under a resolution by Senator Couzeps. As originally drawn the resolution asserted that inefficiency, If not maladministration, had resulted in great confusion in the bureau, but before adoption the allegations in the preamble were stricken out by agree ment. AS it now stands, the order for the inquiry comprises simply author ity to ascertain the reason for report cd undue delay in settlement of tax cases, and instructions to report rec concentrations.
New Britain herald., 1924-03-14
GIRL PSYCHIC IN
 TEARS IN COURT
Kansas Wonder Accused as For.
 tune Teller

New York, March 14.-Tears-- large, Pearly ones-rolled turbulently down fac checks of Eugenie Dennis, the gsM psychic from Kansas. when MagiArste Moses E. Ryttenberg, re- fuseS Ae dismiss the charge of fortune telling against her in Jefferson Mar ket. ~0urt yesterday. With jeweled fin- gers sine daintily wiped them away. Then she shrugged her shoulders into an expensive. heavily furred grayscoat ans went back to the hotel.
 Nhe "Wonder Girl" was not dis s.,uraged in spite of the testimony Asria, L. l., who is the complainant against her. She fixed her dark. moist eyes on the magistrate with pleading in their depths. But he refused the motion made by her counsel, l. lie- bold to have the complaint dismissed. He gave counsel until Saturday to present their brief and reserved deci- sion.
 Mrs. Mamie Dennis sat beside her daughter and followed the court pro- ceedings anxiously,
 MIS. F OlhN lDlJ Ntbl diliiiidAiDh tA her contact with the Wonder Girl and her mother. She made an sp- pointment over the telephone for reading" and was told that the fee would be s25. When she reached the totel where Miss Dennis and her mother were staying Mrs Dennis met her and turned her over to Eugenie, Mrs Foley said. Her son, who turned up lately, had been missing since June 2.
 Your boy is tall and slender and has wavy, light hair" the girl in- formed Mrs. Foley, according to her testimony. But when told that her description was all wrong Eugenie tried again.
 Well, he is stout and has rough hair" she obllgingly amended.
 Theni she proceeded to tell the mother that her son was in the West and was working for an automobile concern. Moreover he had made an application to go on the stage and would be a success the ingenious Wonder Girl divulged. In the mean time, however. he had fallen in with evil companions who wanted him to steal, but he was "a good boy at heart" It was when her revelations reached this point that Miss Dennis broke in with Times up." Then she collected the s25 fee.
 Eusenie looked aggrieved as Mrs, Foley went on recounting what had happened She said that on the strength of the information the girl psychic had given her she spent about SIPS trying to get in touch with her boy through the Y. NJ. C, A., where she was told he was staying, and the automobile works at which he was supposed to be working. Helen Foley, daughter. corroborated her mothers testimony. The boys own testimony to the effect that he had never been in the place mentioned by Miss Don. his had been taken previously. Charles White acted as prosecutor in the case.
New Britain herald., 1924-03-14
Wildcat Attacks Girl
 Passing Through Woods

Suffern. N. T., March IA large wildcat early this morning attacked Florence Yosman, 12, daughter of MT. and Mrs. John Yoeman, living at High Point. near here. The girl was pass ing through some woods when she was attacked. The cat tore her cloth ing and scratched her about the face.
 Henry Sutton, q negro. happened to be near. He rushed to her assistance and struck the cat with n stone, knocking it away. The cat escaped.
New Britain herald., 1924-03-14
Three Candidates for
 Common Council Posts

Petitions of candidacy are in cir culstion for Arthur N. Rutherford for the republican nomination for alder man in the second ward. for Harry N. Robertson for tho nomination for councilman in the fourth ward, and for Martin A. Dahlson for&council. man in the sixth ward. Mir. Ruther- ford is an ex-counciman and was a representative two years ago. He is a contractor. Mir. Robertson is employ ed at the Russell X Erwin plant and lives at IF Jubilee street. Mr. Dahl son lives at 51 Wells street.
New Britain herald., 1924-03-14

involves the merits of the govern fnent's claims which, of course we will vigorously contest"
 Mir. Sinclair added that he was con vinced that when all the facts are dis closed and understood it will be realized that the Teapot Dome Tease to the Mammoth oil O., was the result of negotiations conducted at arms length by earnest and loyal represen- tatives of the navy and interior de- partments and that they not only fully protected the government but drove a hard bargain in is interest"
New Britain herald., 1924-03-14
London Program Reported
 Caught" by New Workers

New York, March ii.--The English radio program which was broadcast from London last evening was off cislly reported at midnight as having been heard by only two New York radio listeners Promoters of the ex- pertinent, however, were hopeful that later reports would show the globe encircling' attempt was a greater success.
New Britain herald., 1924-03-14
Contract for $4S,000 for
 Street Lighting Signed

The. board of public works and rep resentatives of the Connecticut Light X Power Co. met yesterday afternoon and reached an agreement on street lighting contract, placing the figure at S4s.o00. The contract will be rec commended 10 the commo ncouncil at the next regular meeting.
New Britain herald., 1924-03-14
BAKER LAST IN RACE.

The Pas, March 14.-B. L. Baker of St. Paul. Minn., drove his team of tired huskies into the Pas last night, last by many hours of the entrants in the 2O0-mile dog derby which ended in victory for Shorty Russick's team. Baker lost the trail after Ills miles, and one of his dogs was injured.
New Britain herald., 1924-03-14
PLOT IS UNCOVERED

Munich, Bavaria, March i4.--An actor, a barber and two other men have been arrested on a charge of plotting to assassinate pr. ron Kahr, former Bavarian military dictator They will be placed on trial within a week. ri
New Britain herald., 1924-03-14

neighborhood 1t has not passed inside the monastery gates. The physicians attribute this immunity to a diet of vegetables and fruits.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-05-15
ADJUSTMENTS
GERALDINE FARRAR
When Farrar and Caruso First Sang
Touether

One of Geraldine Farrar's most
amusing experiences was the first
time she ever sang with Caruso-
and it is the most characteristic Of
her too. AS she tells the story:
'It was during spring season
at Monte Carlo. We were both MAX
ing our debut on the Riviera that
season and were to sing together.
came from Berlin and Caruso from
Milan and neither of us had heard
the other, much less than sang to-
gether. We were to sing ia
Boheme." l was eager and confident,
for there We're many reasons why
wanted to sing my best. The house
was filled from pit to gallery. the
orchestra and chorus were perfect
and everything looked like q triumph
for us all. The first act went
splendidly until we reached Rudolfe's
"Che gelida mamma" one of
the most exquisite tunes in all opera.
"At the point of the action 1 as
Mimi am sitting entranced on the
floor in the middle of the stage
while Rudolfe sings to me rather
than to the audience. Well, to make a
long story short / played the part too
well. My emotions got all tangled
up in the golden tones of Caruso's
voice. I forgot all about everything
the theatre, the action-everythin
but sat there sobbing like a child.
When my cue came. didn't hear it.
The orchestra hesitated. My mother
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-05-15
DANFORTH

Oanforth High on Approved List
The town of Danforth has reason to
feel proud of the work being done in
the school system. Another honor
mas come to the high school since the
oHcials have recently received a no.
ice from the New England college
entrance board that the school IA on
the approved list for another year.
ALREADY 1--WE have matriculated to en-
ger college this fall. more than for
some time. Several have signified
their intention to attend summer
scnooi with the idea of teaching.
Last year ten graduates of Danforfh
nigh took the summer course and ali
put one are still teaching.
The baseball team under the
coaching of Principal Kneeland has
played three games all of which have
Deen won. 1t now looks as though
Danforth High would have q better
year in baseball than even last year
Wnicn was banner wear. This
week Kicker Classical Instifu.a and
I High teams win be played.
mrs; Monk Ii passing a few DAYS
Win her sister, Mrs. Eddie kinney
n Mrs. Monk ID working in North An
Potato planting has lust begun. n
looks now as though q larger acye-
age would be put IN. a aofices HE
feature y that the farmers are buy
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-05-15
CLINTON

Members of Pine Tree Lodge, I.
o. o. F., are requested to attend
the regular meeting Friday evening.
This lodge is invited to a celebra-
ton of the 105th anniversary of
Odd Fellowship at Lewiston, Satur-
day, at which time the Fisherman's
degree team of Swampscott, Mass,
will confer the initiatory degree.
Several local members are planning
to go to Lewiston and plans will be
perfected at the Friday evening
meeting.
Clinton Grange will hold a pub
lie social at the hall Friday eve
ming. A small admission will be
charged and a pleasant evening is
assured to all who attend.
Laurel Lodge of Rebekahs will
present a program, serve refresh
ments and hold rehearsal at the
regular meeting Thursday evening.
Harvey Wiley left Wednesday for
few days business trip to Birch
Point Camps, Shin Pond, Patten.
Miss Gretta. True was a visitor in
Waterville, Wednesday.
Miss Jennie F'lye arrived home on
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-05-15
HINCKLEY.

The Philathea class met with
Mrs. Florice Hall Wednesday after
noon, this week.
Mrs. A. X. Holmes was a business
caller in Skowhegan Monday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Philander Bessey are
enjoying their new farm which they
purchased few months ago of Ralph
CLANCY. It is a beautiful location, the
situation being on the Clinton side of
the river nearly opposite Good Will
farm.
Mothers day was observed at the
Federation Sunday, Rev. George Mer-
riam preaching a special sermon for
the occasion.
The new blacksmith, George c.
White, is getting settled in his new
quarters and is giving good satisfac-
ton.
Little Irene Pooler Of Waterville
came to Elm Shade farm Sunday to be
the guest of her grandmother Mrs. B.
White for week.
DR.. Clifton +. Wheeler returned
Monday to his home at Washington, d.
c., having been called here by the
death of his grandmother, Mrs. Louise
Tibbetts.
Mrs. Lucretia Webb and Mrs. A. E.
Webb passed the day in Waterville
saturday.
Section Foreman and Mrs. Harlan F.
Benner and two children accompan-
led by Mrs. Lucy Barnes, were dinner
guests at the home of Mrs. Benner's
parents. Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Hig
gins of Dexter, Sunday continuing
their trip to Dover-Foxcroft calling on
other relatives in the afternoon.
Emerson c. Hall, who has work in
Auburn was at home for the week
end.
Mrs. Margaret E. Clifford and little
son Browning, returned Monday from
Bowdoinham.
Deputy Sheriff Elmer s Adams of
Madison was a caller at n. Z. Bessey's
Saturday.
Mrs. Gladys Palmer and son, also
Mrs. Linnie Bessey and daughter were
recent guests of Mrs. Besseys brother,
Francis Spofford and family at Show
hogan.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-05-15
Will Confer on
Arrangements for
seth Inf. Brigade
Camp at Vermont

General Albert Greenlaw, COM
mander Of the seth Infantry Brigade.
accompanied by Adjutant General
James w. Hanson, Major William c.
Goodwin, State quartermaster, Major
c. w. Savage and Captain C. NJ.
Adams, will go today to Forth Ethan
Allen, Vermont, to complete ar
rangements for the encampment
there July rs to August 9 of the seth
Infantry Brigade. composed of the
103rd Regiment of Maine and the
172nd Regiment of Vermont.
The Maine officers will meet in
conference at the camp with the Of
ficers from Vermont and the officers
from the Post, and the details for the
encampment will be perfected. The
estimate of costs will be made to be
sent in to the War department for
it's approval.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-05-15
Complete Program
Arson Academy
Commencement
fspecial to Kennebec JournaD

Especial to Kennebec JournaD
North Arson, Me-. May 14-Fol-
lowing is the complete program to be
carried out at the graduation exer-
cises of Arson Academy June 4. at
P. NJ. in Academy hall: Music:
presenting the boys of "a, Amber G..
Colby; presenting the girls of "a.
Roger H. Goddard; music: prayer;
greetings, Agnes Hebert; Essay. JOS
eph Y. Spiller; 1924 in school ac-
tivities, George H. Barnaby; prophecy
for girls. Mark S. Rand; prophecy for
boys, Madge A. Tibbetts; music:
grafton, Charles w. Masy; the Fol-
lies of 1924, Louise B. Taylor: essay,
Fannie L. Dunphy; 1920-1324. a
contrast, Marion c. Churchill; Our
100000 Drive, w. Garland Bailey;
member Tonight, Shirley E. Abbee:
gifts to the boys, Ellen A. Carlson;
gifts to the girls. Walter w. Coburn;
poem, Ethel A. Williamson; An APP
probation, H. Virginia Smith:
awarding of prizes; presentation Of
Diplomas; response, class ode, Alice
E. Hamilton: Benediction.
The full commencement program
is as follows.
June /, 1924-Sunday Baccalau-
reate in Methodist church, 7.30 p. n.
June Final examinations. Fare
well reception to seniors by the
class of 1925 in academy hall. p.
NJ.
June 3-Junior prize speaking in
academy hall, p. NJ.
June 4-Graduation in academy
hall, p. NJ. followed by senior hop
in Carrabassett hall.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-05-15
B. & NJ. Engineers
Get SO Raise

Portland. Me-, May 14-An in
crease amounting to approximately
five per cent, effective as of May 8.
has been made in the pay of engi-
neers, firemen and hostlers of the
Boston d Maine Railroad, according
TO an announcement that was made
by the officials of the road Tuesday.
The agreement was reached several
days ago following conference be-
tween committee representing the
employees and officials of the COM
pany. The increase affects more than
1000 employees.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-05-15
SMrTHFIELD

Mr.. and Mrs. Wallace Blaisdeil sns
son of Norridgewock were week-eDs
guests of Mrs. Julia Charles. -.
George. son of Mr.. and mrs.
roy Stevens who was operated on
Somerset Hospital Saturday Tor aE
pendicitis, is getting along as "ss|
as could be expected. Al
Mr.. and Mrs. Merle Tracey III
Oakland were week end guese :"
relatives In town. "A
Mr.. and Mrs. S. II. Witham ans
son. Alfred. were in Belgrade Sun
day.
Mr.. and Mrs. Leroy jackson
Waterville were guests Of their un''g|
+. III. Mace and family Sunday. -,n'
Mr.. and Mrs. Ernest Stevens VII
soon move to the home they wv"
chased Of Clyde Smith. 81
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-05-15
Law Is Supreme
Says Atty. General
To Obtain Justice
In State of Maine

Ransford w. Shaw, attorney gen.
eral of Maine, who recently moved to
Portland and opened law offices in
that city, to-day announced that he
had decided, in view of the course of
events in the past month, to again
take up his residence in Houlton and
carry on his law business in Aroos-
took, as he had done for many years:
II feel that it is my privilege and
duty to do So" he says in his state
ment, Il have always tried to follow
the path of duty, and am sure that
my life work can best be completed
in that part of the State where 1
have borne the burdens and achieved
the successes of the past.
Therefore, on May 20, I will take
up my residence and open my law
office in Houlton again.
1.-The spontaneous uprising of my
friends in Maine, and especially in
Aroostook County, in my time of
trouble, and their real zeal to help
Mrs. Shaw and myself. have inspired
me with a new desire to serve the
county where 1 have lived since the
year of my birth.
II hope that no one will lose faith
in mankind on account of the sad
events connected with the violations
Of law in our county.
LET us all remember that the
greatest lesson we have learned is
that in Maine the law is supreme, the
machinery is ample and the senti-
ment sufficient to bring all offenders
to justice.
1.-THE great majority Of our people
are honest and upright, and if one
nd fhnu 10 q xrinfif1o nf =
stances and suffers on account of it.
the friendly hand will be ready to
help when the dark days of pennance
are ended. With faith in Aroostopk
and with courage to do my task well
return from a city which gave me a
warm welcome to a town which has
always been loyal to me and NINE
Portland Press Herald, May 10.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-05-15
Many Inquiries
On the Uniform
Accounting Act

The installation OF a uniform sys-
tenn OF accounting has recently been
completed in the town of Thomaston
by accountants from the office OF
state Auditor L. ID. Hayford. and
work has been started for the install
lation of such system in the town
of Glenburn. The third town which
has made application for a uniform
accounting system under the provi-
sions of Chapter 161. Public Laws of
1923. is Mars Hin in Aroostook
county.
Accountants from the auditors Of
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-05-15

nee upon application have Just I'M
ished an audit of the books in Rock
land, and an audit Of the treasurers
books in two or three towns in
Aroostook county is now being made
by Fred A. Shean Of Houlton. certi-
fied public accountant, who is work.
ing under the direction Of Auditor
Hayford.
Inquiries regarding the provisions
of the Uniform Accounting Act are
being received every week at the
auditors office, indicating wide
spread interest in the proposition.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-05-15
BUSY PROGRAM
Y At MEETING OF
ADJ'T. GENERALS
General Hanson Returns From
Conference at Washington,
D. C., Called for ConsideraA
ton Of National Guard Prob
lens - Practically e very
State Represented

The present administration of
the National Defense Act and the
putting into effect the provisios of
the Act were among the important
topics considered at the conference
of adjutant generals Of all OF the
states and officials Of the War De-
partment held last week at Wash
ington, D. D., and from which Ad-
1utant General James w. Hanson has
Just returned.
General Hanson reported that a
very busy program was carried out.
Among the speakers were General
Pershing, General Davis. adtutant
general of the u. 8. Army: General
Richards chief of the Militia Bur-
eau: D. w. Davis, assistant secre-
tary of war: and General Drum OF
the General Staff. One OF the
efatures a the weeks meetings was
the dinner held on Wednesday even
ing at which the principal speaker
was John w. Weeks. secretary OF
war, who in a splendid address des-
cribed the achievements OF the
War Department since the close or
the World War. "Mr. weeks
demonstrated to the satisfaction of
all present that he Is the right man
in the right place." said General
Hanson yesterday.
President Coolidge received the
adjutant generals at the White
House on Wednesday of last week
and 1t was a very pleasant occasion.
At this conference Of adjutant gen.
erals called by General Richards,
which was the first of its kind ever
held every state was represented
with tho exception of three. The
sessions proved most profitable and
the discussions were of great interest
to those charged with the National
Defense. Matters of supply. finance.
organization and training and other
subjects relating to National De-
tense were carefully considered.
General Hanson was accompanied
on the trip with Mrs. Hanson, who
visited for few days with friends
at Baltimore. Md.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-05-15

ing considerable certified seed. AZ
ready two car loads have been solu
out. =.
Grand Lake Grange is trying to ou
some extra educational WORK for tis
benefit of the farmers. Next Satutr,
day Prof. George E. Simmons WY
speak upon Community Life any
Marketing" al
Supt. Corson visited the schools ~
Selden and number nine district "
Orient. He finds these schools prgI
crossing well, except that the pa
rents forget to visit the schools an
thereby lessen the possibility III
greater progress. II
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-05-15

Tuesday. after passing the winter
with relatives in Massachusetts.
1. A. Witham has a crew OF work
men repairing his store on Railroad
street. New sills will be placed In
position and other improvements
made.
F. f. Whitman was in Bangor on
business Wednesday.
J. NJ, Dysart of Pittsfeld was
business visitor in town Wednesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-05-15
Brown Reports on
Tests of Weights
And Measures

G. o. Brown, State sealer Of
weights and measures, has just fin
ished testing the standards for the
towns Of Presque Isle, Harpswell.
Fort Fairfield and Caribou. He re-
ports that a good start has been
having been completed Of the weights
and measures Of FIVE cities and seven
towns. The standards for 60 towns
and IA cities, including all Of the
cities Of Kennebec county, are yet
to be received at his office for inspec-
ton before the end of the year. The
towns and cities are slower in send
ing in their standards this year than
last year, Mr.. Brown reports.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-05-15
Mrs. EIueIla BRYANT

Mrs. Fluella Bryant passed away
Monday evening at 10 o'clock after
an illness of more than a year.
Her husband. Obed Bryant. passed
away in October, 1919. She leaves a
son, Charles C. Bryant, who has al
ways lived at home, brother
George Keefe of Phillips, an aunt
Mrs. Ella Brown of Mercer, and an
adopted daughter, Mrs. Earl Carl of
Scion, who has been at the BRYANT
homo caring for the mother after
she was confined to- her room..
Mr.. and Mrs. Earl FerIason and
children Gene and Harold and Mrs.
Emma Ferlason motored to Orono
Sunday. to see Miss Audrey Fer,a-
son. who is student at University
of Maine.
A ball will be given in Carrabas-
sett hall Friday evening, May is. nv
the Komegan Club.
Two families have recently moved
to Bingham from this village. Nr.
and Mrs. Joe Duguay and their chill
dren and Mrs. Alice Pullen and chit
dren.
Rev. c. Wellington Rogers was at