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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
WOMEN SWIMMERS
SHOW THEIR SKILL
IN AUGUSTA ny" POOL

In spite of the inclemency of the
weather the members of the ladies'
department of the Augusta Y. NJ. G.
A. staged q very successful swim
ming demonstration, Tuesday eve
ming. in the "Y" pool and entertained
large number of spectators with
many fine and novel feats in the
water.
The demonstration was given I'M
der the direction of the swimming in
structor, Mrs. O'Connor. and proved
beyond n doubt that she has some
fine material to work with and that
she should develop some good all
round swimmers. The girls were alb
solutely at home in the water and
performed many stunts outside the
line of regular swimming that were
both amusing and instructive.
Mrs. O'COnnor herself gave q DEM
onstratioh of diving and stunts in
Guiding sewing two handkerchicfs
together. eating a banana and walk
ing on her hands while under water.
Another feat which called forth much
amusement was not announced and
coming as n complete surprise as it
did, several people gasped before they
found out that 1t was all pre- arrang-
ed. One girl appeared clad in over
allS and straw hat and sat on the
end of the sspring board apparently
fishing. Suddenly with a scream she
fell into the water and a girl who
seemed fully clothed ran through n
side door and plunged into the tank
to rescue her. After she had towed
the youth" nearly to the end of the
tank, they both removed the outer
clothing which they wore, while still
in the water and climbed out to join
their sister mermaids.
The candle race was rather eXcit-
ing. In this race the girls plunged
into the water from the deep end of
the tank. swan to the other end,
where each received a lighted candle,
and then they attempted to swim
back with the candle still burning.
II the candle went out they must re-
turn to the place where they received
it and have it lighted again. The
winner showed great head work" by
placing the candle in her mouth and
swimming upon her back.
The following list of events brought
forth some strong competition and
some fine Waterman ship: 30-yard
race free style for seniors: 15-yard
race free style for juniors; senior
plunge: junior plunge; senior relay
race: demonstration of methods used
in teaching beginners; life saving
demonstration; diving by all the
girls: retrieving objects from the
bottom of the pool: candle race:
night gown race; back race; under
water swimming: diving by Mrs.
O'Connor: follow the leader; and ex-
hibition of under water stunts by
Mrs. O'Connor.
Those taking part were: Alice
Taber. Betty Thorne, Harriet East
man, Elva Moss, Eleanor Dean. Helen
Brown, Faith Farnham, Ruth Fifeld.
Rebekah Sturgis. Betty Sturgis. Pris-
ella Dean. Edith Stebbins. Helen
Pierce, Evangeline Ripley. Eleanor
Fifield, Eleanor Priest, Delphine An
drews. and Gertrude Hopkins of Au-
gusta and Miss Hazel Strout of Au-
burn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
Williams School
Parents and Teachers
Form Association

-Four score of the mothers of the
Williams grammar school were pres
ent at the organization meeting of
the Williams school Parent-Teacher
Association at the school building
Tuesday afternoon. The formation
of the Parent Teacher Association
at the Williams is in line with what
has been done at the Smith, Nash
Lincoln and Harrington schools, and
1t is expected that through the inter-
est and activities of these organized
groups of teachers and parents a
letter understanding may be reach
ed and things accomplished for the
benefit of the pupils.
There was much enthusiasm and
interest evidenced by the mothers
and after a program of entertain
ment and several talks, the meeting
proceeded to the organization of an
association and the election of Of
ficers. Mrs. r. V. Pease was chosen
president, Mrs. Elizabeth Hayden,
the school principal was named vice
president. Mrs John Dyer. secretary
and Miss Mildred Holbrook, treasur-
err.
For the entertainment the, children
of the first grade presented n Ian
guage game: The second grade pu-
pills an arithmetic lesson; Songs by
the two lower grades; and piano
solo by Doris Smith. The kinder
garten orchestra also gave several
selections which were most pleasing.
Chairman Frank Hewins of the
Board of Education addressed the
meeting urging cooperation between
the teachers and parents. He said
that the parents should help the
teachers to become full fledged men,
hers OF the community and welcome
them as friends in their homes. He
called attention to the need of new
Junior high schol obuilding in this
city. and pointed out that by max
ing this need more widely understood
the Association could accomplish
much good.
At the conclusion Of the program
and the business session, refresh
ments were served by the teachers
and a social hour enjoyed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
MAINE-NEW YORK
STEAMSHIP Line
NEEDS PATRONAGE

More liberal patronage is needed
by the Maine steamship line between
New York and Portland of the East
ern Steamship Lines, Inc, or the SER
vice must be curtaled, according to
statement, recently made by CAL
vim Austin, president of the concern
THE maintenance of this route"
states Mr. Austin, would appear to
be of great value 10 New York and
Maine shippers. not only because it
furnishes the quickest and cheapest
route between New Work and Maine
points, but for the reason that an
aIl-Water route serves as 81 rate reg
ulatOr and offers a means of trans
portatiOn which is open the year
round. and it is hoped that shippers
will avail themselves of this service
to a larger extent in order that we
may not be forced to curtail or
withdraw same.
Steamers sail from Pier 81, North
River. New York. and State Pier.
Portland on Tuesdays, Thursdays
and Saturdays, at 500 y. NJ. Sched-
ule tim between ports is &c hours.
Believing that there was need for
such service the Eastern Steamship
Lines, Inc, inaugurated a line be-
tween New York and Portland, which
proved n great boon to Maine ship
pers and cOnsignees during the Sc
we're weather which was experienced
| last Winter when rail routes in New
England were blocked, forcing rail-
roads to embargo practically all COM
mOdities moving between Maine
points and New York for a consid-
cradle period.
While at first we were forced to
use unsuitable steamers and ade-
quate terminals. we have, during
the last several months. been main
tanning the equivalent of an express
service, on basis Of differential rates,
with a regular schedule Of three sail
ings a week from each port, operat-
ing two steamers specially built for
the purpose. from terminals admir-
ably adapted and situated for this
trade
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
Mrs. Woodbury.
Before Mission

The Woman's Missionary Society
OF the South Parish Congregational
Church held a largely attended and
enthusiastic meeting at the home of
Mrs. O. : c. Davies on Monday at
ternoon, After the devotional eX-
ercises and routine business. the
president, Mrs. McWhorter intro
Guced the speaker of the afternoon
Mrs. Ida Vose Woodbury..
Mrs. Woodbury's wonderful ad-
dress on Home Missions and Am
ORGANIZATION which she says are one
and the same. will not be soon for
gotten by those whose great privi-
lege il was TO hear il. Her knowl-
edge of her subject is vast, and her
personal experiences among the COL
ored people and the mountaineers
OF whom she spoke so Interestingly
and at times so touchingly brought
their manner of living and their
needs very forcibly before her aud
fence. A rising vote of thanks was
rendered the speaker, after which
delicious refreshments were served
by the hostesses. Mrs. Davies. Mrs.
Ira Randall. Mrs. Beecher and Mrs.
Dodge.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
L. S. Aviator Surveys
Ancient Chinese City

Pcking. Jan. ia. L. by Mail
Following the example of investigat
tors who recently added to their
knowledge of StonchenGc by viewing
the site from the air. Carl Bishop. Of
the Smithsonian Institution. has
made an aerial survey of the remains
of an ancient city located near the
present town OF I-Chow, 60 miles
southwest of Picking.
The place. according 20 Bishop. was
the site of a city of considerable i'm
portance antedating authentic his
tory, which later became known az
Yen, capital of the kingdom of that
name, and which was burned by Chin
Shihwang in 222 Il. G.
There are 80 mounds traceable
which Bishop designates ms burial
places, while others or greater Dir
mansions he believes 10 be sites of
temples and. public buildings.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
Maine Parent eacher
Assn. Head Addresses
ILincOln School Unit

Mrs. Frederick r. Abbott of Saco,
President of the Maine Parent
Teacher Association and past
president of the Maine Federation
of WOmen's Clubs. was the speaker
Of the afternoon at the meeting OF
tn Lincoln school Association Tues
day afternoon. The meeting was
largely attended, there being some
IS OF The mothers of the school pres
ent for the business session and pro-
gram.
The hostesses at the meeting Of
yesterday were Mrs. William J.
Warrell and Mrs. Fred Malcolm.
Mrs Arthur J.. Thayer the president
Of the organization presided over the
session. The committee on consti-
tuition made its report and the re-
port was accepted. >Irs. II. T. FL
more outlined certain things which
the club could do to improve the
facilities at the school for the bene-
fit of the children.
1t was decided to offer prizes of
books for all pupils of the school
who maintained perfect attendance
record for the year. The books
awarded in this manner are to re-
main in the school and will help to
build I'D a school library. The prin
cipal. Miss Knight suggested the ad-
visibility of the Association pur-
chasing china and silver for use at
the school
Mrs. Abbott talked most interest
fngly to the members Of her expert
ences in her extensive club connec-
tons, and on various phases of the
work of the Teacher Associa-
ton. At the conclusion Of the pro=
gram. refreshments Of tea. saltines
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
Tropical Grain
For New Bread

Manila, Jan. IA. =. by MaiD-
The production of flour out of grain
known as adlay, as a substitute for
wheat -four in the tropics. is recon-
mended by officials of the depart
ment of agriculture. The develop
ment of the adlay industry, 1t is de-
clared, would in a large measure
make the Philippines independent of
outside sources of flour.
Director of Agriculture Herman
deg. in a letter to the director Of
commerce and industry, points out
the possibilities of adlay as sub
stitute for wheat flour and requests
his cooperatio in producing adlay
on a large scale in the Philippines.
Director Hernandez suggests that
the government undertake the mill
ing of adlay. which grows well here.
as long as private capital hesitates
to invest money in the erection Of
mills.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
To Install Elevator
In Federal Building

\ new electric elevator is soon to
he installed in the Federal building.
due to the persistent efforts of the
custodian of the building. This is
much needed extension of the
service and it will be of special con-
venienCe to the revenue office. At
the present time. heavy boxes and
cases are all carried up the marble
staircase used by the general pub
lie. The new electric service will
run from the sub basement to the
second floor, making it possible to
open all cases in the basement and
send contents directly to the Offices
where needed for distribution.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
Horses Still Popular
Despite Motor Age

San Francisco, Feb. IA. p. by
MaiD-In this age of motors there
still is consistent demand for
horses. according to an announce
ment made here by the Horse Asso-
citation of America.
The statement saws that the horse,
mans servant and companion for
countless generations. Is continuing
TO adapt itself to coalitions rs they
arise.
Market demands" adds the asso-
citation, ARE for the very heavy
draft horses or for the heaviest type
Of wagon horses. while the demand
for mules Is tending more and more
for the heavier type. Race horses
that can win are sought: those that
cannot are discarded. Saddle horses
that possess symmetry. style and
quality command high prices when
well schooled."
Production Of the lighter type of
ordinary horses is being curtailed. II
is stated. while the heavier horses
and aristocratic horses are being
bred in increasing quantities.
There are more than 100000
horses and mules in the United
States. OF these 100000 actually
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06

are in harness each year doing work
On farms, plantations and ranches,
and more than 100000 are engaged
annually in cities and other nom
agricultural work. More than 81 per
cent of all field work on farms is
still done by horses and mules. No
tractors yet devised have been able
to approach the horse in adaptability.
reliability and economy in farm
work"
Professor L. l.. FurlonG, curator OF
the museum of pateontoloEy Mt the
University of California, Is quoted AZ
SAYING: 81 believe that as long as
man is on earth the horse viii be
his companion and helpmate.'
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
Current Events Talk
TOnight-Free-Club

Roland Cony. a member of the
Cony High school faculty. will give
talk this Wednesday evening, :
o'clock, at the Augusta Girls Com
munity clubhouse, in anticipation of
the new class in Government. city
government and current events. The
lecture is open to everybody and 1t
is hoped that a large attendance will
be present.
Glasses will be formed in this
branch of club activities. as soon as
the members enroll on Wednesday
evening and thereafter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
Snowfall 6 Inches
Traffic Not Affected

Between four and six inches of snow
had fallen about midnight Tuesday
and at that time indications were that
lie snow might turn to rain. The snow
logan to fall about $50 Tuesday after
noon and during the evening the snow
fell constantly in large hard fakes,
There was but little wind and the
snow did not drift.
The electric car and train schedules
were affected but little, although the
plows were out on both lines. A pillow
and ffanger went ahead of No. II. due
to leave this city at 1880. but appar-
entity had encountered little trouble on
the WAY.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
"Splintered Hearts"
Thursday at the "Y"

a most unique party is being
planned for Thursday evening of this
week at the Y. VI. G. \. Some con-
genial artists are going TO present
the feature production, called
"Splintered Hearts, at the "Y"
Studio. All those who can, are
asked to wear costumes BETTING
their favorite movie actress. The
participants are asked to be ION
the lot" in true movie parlance, at
40 o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
kennebec Democrats Have
ORGANIZATION Meet Tuesday

There was good attendance Of Ken
nebec county Democrats at county
committee and organization meeting
held at. the Augusta House Tuesday
afternoon. The business session was
preceded by a luncheon in the ban
quet hall at noon. County Chairman
William J. Skehan of this city presided
over the deliberations Of the gathering
and matters in the interests Of the
party were generally discussed. The
Democratic candidate for the guberna-
torial nomination, William r. Pattan-
gall, was present. also Mayor Ernest
l.. Mclean of this city and others
prominent in the councils OF the party.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
Senator Suspended
After Manila Row

Manila. Feb. 5.--(By A. P)-Jose
Alcjandrino, a senator recently ap-
pointed by Governor General Wood.
was today suspended by the Senate
for one year The suspension was the
result of an encounter between Ale
jandrino and Senator Vicinte de Vera,
colectivista, in which the new ap-
pointee slapped De Vera's face. The
row occurred in the senate lobby. DC
Vera had opposed the seating Of Ale
i1nirinO
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
Radio
Programs
TO-DAY. FEB. 6
XDXA-westinghouse Electric,

xDxA-Westinghous Electric, East
Pittsburgh, Pa, $40 xi1ocycles, Frs-
quency. 32e Meters, wave Length.
Eastern Standard Time
$50 P. NJ. Dinner concert by the
Pittsburgh Athletic Association Or
ehestra,. Gregorio scalzo. conductor.
7.So p. NJ. Address by representa-
tive of the sanitation committee
Allegheny County Medical Society.
90 7. n; The children's period.
ss Farmer e H. %arhss re 5IS Cite,
France" Grayce Druitt Latus.
travel editor of the Pittsburgh
$50 P. n. Concert by Irwin Male
4 4anrsst' frs. sop asnal Of F. ! NJ:
first bass: r. Bouldin. second
Raney. reader; Efiie Davis. plan
list. and accompanist.
Program = Quartz numbers.
.Tm : Lonsin. Dssr Fs You!
Hathaway; The Rosary Nevin:
B pplf1ins R hask to p re n
Parry: sThe venetian Love n sors !"
Neyin: THE Long Day Closes"
Sullivan: piano solos. selected;
ICdoiiES, VII the 1SOdu 10 AdnQa-
ball Game" monologue; ION De
Rapide," Bartlett
3.5s +. NJ. Arlington time signals and
weather forecast.
WBz-sso Xilocyciss, Frequency,
Westinghouse Electric. Springfield,
Mass. 3a7 Meters, Wave Length
600 P: NJ. Dinner concert by the
WBZ Quintette.
IN - NJ cd CT e. l..
Humorous program.
story for grownups. by Orison
8. Marden.
IL r NJ NJ ATlng,On IT. tine ne. signals g
sic by the WBZ Quintette; and
Alwyn e. w. Bach. baritone:
Eleanor Turner LaZaszera, accom-
PIANIST.
WGY-Schsnectady, n. Y, 100 xilo-
cycles, $50 Meters, General Electric
Company
500 p. NJ. Produce and stock market
On qnotations; news bulletins;
tesy of Youths Companion).
Silent night
WJz-Broadcast Central, 80 West
42nd Street. N. Y. City. ass Meters,
$50 KiIocycles
200 p. NJ. at is Crocodile" a
Shadowland story. by Florence
Smith Vincent.
7.30 +. NJ. Dance program by Irving
Seller and his Cafe Boulevard
Orchestra.
7.45 =. NJ. The Progress of the
World" a Review Of Reviews talk.
500 p. NJ. Dance program by Irving
Seller and his Cafe Boulevard
Orchestra.
$50 p. NJ. City officials series talk.
800 T. M. China Today" by Helen
Fitzgerald. famous world traveller.
$50 p. NJ Jamaica Musical Society
Choral Club concert.
9.55 p. NJ. Time signals and weather
forecast retransmitted from the
government station NAA at Ar
lington
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
GIRLS CLUB NOTES

Plans are progressing towards the
formation of Il class in millinery at
the Augusta Girls Community Club.
1t is expected that number of the
club members will blossom out in
new spring hats. A class in basketry
will also be formed in the near flu
ture. The chairman of the class
committee, Miss Melissa Farnum or
Miss Briggs should be notified about
signing up for the classes
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
People Pleased
Over Release Gandhi

Bombay. Feb. 5.-(By A. Po-
The liberation of "Mahatma" Mo-
handas Ganhdi, leader of the Indian
nationalists, from prison has been
received with rejoicing throughout
India. The unconditional release of
the non cooperationist leader is be-
ing acclaimed by all sections of the
press as indicating a policy of con-
citation on the part of the govern
ment.
Gandhi has decided to remain in
the hospital where he is a patient
for at least n fortnight.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
Coal Barqe Ashore

Asbury Park. y. j., Feb. Coast
guardsmen here tonight reported that
coal barge had gone aground off
False Hook near Sandy Hook and
that a second barge was adrirt in
the vicinity. Several men are be-
lieved TO be aboard the second barge
The first barge was pounded to
pieces in the heavy surf at False
Hook and three men aboard her were
taken off with difficulty. They We're
taken TO Sandy Hook. The names Of
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
Post Office Notes

Fred Il. Hill, postal cashier at the
Augusta Post Office. is confined to
his home bv illness. Harry l.. Chase
of the mailing department and Fl. c.
True have returned to their duties
after illness. Thomas Brennan, q
city carrier. is also back after leave
OF absence due to illness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06

The Smith kindergarten club will
be entertained Thursday afternoon at
5 o'clock at the home of Mrs. Herbert
l.. Locke. I Spring street. There are
several matters of important bust
ness to be considered at this meet
ing and every mother is urged to at
tend. Miss Henrietta Hanson will
talk on her trip to Europe. the past
summer. with the International Kin
dergarten unit.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06

Miss Angelina Nannetti of Lewis
ton is passing few weeks In the
city as the guest of Gen. Albert
Greenlaw and Mrs. Greenlaw, 81
Sewall street. Miss Vannetti and
Mrs. Greenlaw are sisters, and Miss
Fanne;ti's many friend3 are delight
ed to greet her In the city
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06

The American circus as a business
venture dates from the days of its
inception when it first appeared I'm
1857 on Boston Common. The first
circus to take to the road was
founded by Aaron Turner about 1920
at North Salem, N. Y, and the first
OF the longlived American circuses
pitched its tent in 1924 and bore the
name OF John Robinson.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
Stomach Troubles
} That Are Dangerous
, (CUT THIS OUT

some forms OF stomach trouble. IL neg
kVV'eo' often lead TO dangerous coudi-
s-u'cers or cancets--then. surgical
NPeauon is about the only hope.
TOT this reason. even the most simple
y Vmach ailments should be given prompt
~ careful attention So. don't neglect
~ stomach. sourness, gas or bloating.
anu don't waste time with unknown or
F"'suahle treatments At the very first
So. ens OF distress, go to any good drug
80 and obtain few cents worth of
NJ Blsurated Magnesia. This special
Compound is safe and pleasant
W, 'aNe-oulckly. almost instantly, effec-
, ana does not act as a laxative. Be
a. and ask for DISTRACTED Magnesia
''' stomach troubles only.<sAdv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
Salesman Takes Own Life

Poultncy, VT, Feb. 5---After saying
good morning cheerily to II. Il. I'ru-
den with whom he boarded. Lee S.
Knster, 50, travelling salesman. went
t. his room and shot himself with n
revolver, dying instantly. Brooding
over the sale Of a house is believed to
have been the cause.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06

The hook and ladder truck respond
ed to still alarm from the house on
Capitol street occupied by Ernest
Prime and owned by Mr.. Murphy
where the firemen found chimney fire.
The fire was extinguished without
damage to the house.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06

Judge Leslie c. Cornish arrived
Monday from Boston where he has
been for the past several days Mrs.
Cornish has been receiving surgical
treatment in Boston and is reported
much better.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06

The stated meeting of the Rose
of Sharon Chapter. o. f. s., will be
held at Masonic Temple this We'd
nesday evening at 1880 T.. NJ.
business only.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06

The ladies of the Methodist church
have been fortunate in securing Mr..
and Mrs. Thomas Blanchard, well
known lyceum entertainers, who will
appear in this city Tuesday evening.
EehrllarY L.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-06
NEWS BRIEFS

Adolfo de la Huerta Mexican revo-
lutionists' leader and staff have left
Vera Cruz on steamer for unknown
destination. and rebel troops are
evacuating city. according TO advices
received at New York.