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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
A. We THINK or HIM

Thousands knew and loved him as
WHITE. He was their friend and
trusted adviser at "old Bcwdcin".
This relationship persisted In after
years. persisted to the end which
came to Doctor Whittier 90 sudden.
ly. In THAR minds he was very
clossly associated with the College;
they did not forget his devotion to
o and recollection Of that undoubt-
eAly inspirsd somewhat Of che re-
sponss they rave 20 its needs. BY
his own rsvsrsncs and respect tot
the Institution he 50 faithfully and
successfully served. he inspired
others. The measure OF this WAS
syvAtly enlarged through the init.
mate associstion hs had with the
sts1ent Aody and the personal -.
gara. which waa mutual between
him and them.
~wAitt. has passed beyend our
senFs q The Tangible. Attention Il
callta 70 Ais aistinsulshed record. 10
Tie. uctsd scientific discoveries he
-AeeA % The service he rspdsrsd In
~ sasv q The war to his valuable
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
Washington Passes
Few Referendums

Tacoma, Wash, Dec. 24--(By A.
P.)--Only four initiative or refefen.
dun measures have been passed ~
the voters OF Washington In lne
dozen years since the enabling u"
was adopted. ~
The initiative measures enacte..,
into law by popular vote since w
were prohibition bill knocking ~
saloons In the state but establisnips
a permit system by which certain
amount of liquor could be shippes
In; the present bone dry" bill ina ""
superseded the first law, and the D.
abolishing the state poll tax. III.
only referendum epassed was o..
granting a bonus to veterans OF NV
world war.
Ten initiative measures and II ~
erendum bills we're voted down oul,
Ing the period. The record SNOW
that only one out Of eight measure
met public approval
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
ARID sosToN's ATTRACTIONS

Is it possible that the once staid
old Boston, In the scramble for the
outpouring of the horn of material
plenty has trodden under foot the
embers of once sacred fires? Or has
it come about that the modern din
ing room of the new chamber of
commerce Is 10 share with tie OLD
North Church, Bunker Fill monu-
ment, Concord and Lexington in the
attention of that throng OF visitors
who annually visit the shrines of the
Athens of America?
1t would seem so, but it may be
imagined that the Bostonians, whose
broad and philanthropic shoulders
assume the burden OF greater New
England. but who for several somno-
lent months past have failed to
recoSnize..-t possibilities resulting
from the achievement of this dining
room decorator, may feel slightly
slightly mind you-chagrlned to
lave a gaping world first told about
it.
1t is said, and by Bostonians. that
the artists achievement is ito be
thought of as related to all that good
Burgundlan and old Saxon spirit
which insisted upon imparting to its
architecture something of living
human quality Good. No matter
if Minerva has been portrayed upon
those walls as sleeping while over
reaching Capital gets the better of
the bargain. Surely here is not in
congruity. And Boston Is bravely
making the best of it and covering
grimace with Il def hand.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
HELPING THE POTATO slTUA.
TON

1t appears titt our State Depart
,nent OF Agriculture has overlooked
no opportunity to aid in get
ting Aroostook potatoes to market
as quickly as possible. Commits
sloner Washburn took up the matter
with the Federal Government to
make sure Of all the conditions.
The situation was gone over thor
oughly. II was found that the in
spections could be made more
economically while the potatoes were
being loaded at the port Of de-
parture than In any other way, II
such arrangement would be accept
able to the British authorities.
The freight traffic manager OF the
Canadian Pacific showed an interest,
visited Aroostook and through him a
rate Of 20 cents per cwt.. to st. John
was obtained. with service through
a warmed shed and permission for
inspection at the loading there. II
the railroad authorities in this State
cannot or will not make as favorable
arrangements, It would seem. as n
business proposition. reasonable to
make the shipments through the
port Of st. John.
1t may be questioned whether the
State should go much farther. 1t
might easily be that II 1t did bad
precedent would be established. OPP
rortunities for helping the potato
situation In a rational way should not
be overlooked. and so far as We can
learn have not been. Possibly more
may be found. That these are being
sought Is evidence Of a helpful con-
sciousness of the fact. that the well
tars Of those in one part of the
state Is the concern Of all.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25

parsimony misht more properly be
described as noble resolve to lift
burdens from backs not able to bear
them. Ii the Presidents plans are
adopted and executed, they will
mean an increase OF contentment
and happiness in thousands OF
American homes. Yet there Is said
to be no "idealism" In that! II
there be not, 1t could well be spared
for the sake of the realized and
concrete benefits which the I'resi-
dents policy Of rigid economy and
guarded expenditure. and return OF
every penny to the taxpayer that
can be returned. is intended to be-
stow upon his fellow citizens. IL he
thus reads and applies his great
mandate Of last month. they will
not be disposed to cavil or complain.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
PARTED AFTER 40
PAINFUL YEARS
A Postmaster Has Lost Some
thing But Isn't Sorry it
Has Gone.

z. F. Drew. postmaster at ,Onawa,
Ne, writes the Priest Drug Co, Ban
for. Ne:
= had indigestion 20 years. I
have been using Priests Indigestion
Powder the past two years. It Is the
best have ever used AMI gives me
quick relief.
II have recommended TO others
aud they report Il the same"
Priests Powder for Indigestion,
Sour. Sick stomach, Car Sickness.
Heartburn and General Hyperacidity
% the Stomach.
Al druggists. Soc and $50. The
el.S0 size holds eve (Sl times as
much AZ the soc size.
Priests Regulators the IDEAL tonic
laxative Tor chronic constipation sSe
and 5sc. II your dealer does not
carry them In stock have him order
for you or send direct 20 Priest Drug
Co.. Bangor. Ale. Parcel Post pre-
paid to any address. No extra
chargt.-Adv,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25

thick black cloth while blindfolded.
The judges examined the bandage
over his eyes and doubled the cloth
over the newspaper, but he still read
with ease anything placed before
him.
At this jurcture q eolored woman
arose and started toward the door.
You aren't leaving. are you
aunty?" inquired a lady who had
employed her.
Il suah is" replied aunty. "Dls
heah am no place foh a respectable
coioed woman with nothin' OR but a
thin calico dress!'-From Every
Lody's Magazine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
Albert q. Blaisdell

Albert II. Blaisdell. who passed.
away Saturday at his home in New
port on the Corinna road. was born
in Palmyra about &C years ago. His.
parents were the late william y.
and Ellen tTaylor) Biaisdeil He
was twice married. his first wife be-
ing Emma Briggs of Corinna. One
daughter. Mrs. Edith Fernald of Gar
land was the only child by this mar
riage. Several years later Mr.. Blais-
dell was married to Cora Hubbard OF
Canaan. They had three daughters.
Mrs. Florence Sweet Of 0rrington.
Miss Alice Biaindell a teacher in
Corinna, and two sons Arthur s. and
Alton r. BlsisieIl who reside at
home. He ig also survived by six
brothers. Horace o. Of Vermont,
Charles w, Of Gardiner. William A.
of Palmyra. Winfield 8. Of Vermont,
Stephen d. OF Augusta and Fred who
resides In the West. and one sister,
Esteile J. Brown of Ripley.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
PALM YilA

". A. Blaisdell was In Newport
Tuesday to attend the funeral of his
brother. Albert r. Blaisdell.
b. J. Woodland of Corinna was in
town Friday on business.
Mrs. Erma Hilton Is In st. Adams
caring for a patient. at Fred Jones'.
Mrs. Lizzie Thompson of Dexter
has employment at Alton Hilton's
during the absence of Mrs. Hilton.
Mr.. and Mrs. ID. S. Emerson at
tended the funeral tf their uncle,
Albert r. Blaisdell in Newport. Tues
day,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
Augusta Lodge Directory

TRINITY COM MANDehy NO. z g.
SrAciai conelaye e Masonic TEN
Die THURSDAY, Dec. 21th. 81 u.s2 = ~ -:
Christmas eoeegv41oa az
w ass.hls in sisi .S s, essss N a.
"a above. where sxercises In accord;
ance with the program arranged VIII
TAKE place. All sojourning fraters are
cordially invited % Be present. 4
ALBERT II. PINGREE. Recorder.
.EETHIEHEM LODGE. no. s. z
4. u. Special communtcetioH Moaasy
sysatn WORK Il il ! 3, <. assrss. All
sojourning brothers cordially invited.
HAROLD n. STONE w. N.
r. T. FULLER. Sec,
ASYLUM LODGE. NO. 70 !. Q. Q. e.
Election OF officers Dec. IS,
EIYAk ", ELE EEk r., : G
JEPTHA eNcAMPMgMr. NO. .
Meetings second and fourth Tussdays
Of each month at $50, Installation
E. RaanF 3 SEX s Serbs. si :
CANTON AUGUSTA. NO. o. 2. N.
Regular mesiin. every third Tuesday
( aHS 4. Ds n saHssBb s el.g;l
G. A. r. THE REGULAR MEETING
Of Seth Williams t1s. Ne ~ urss
rau GEo! e. GASP :sse S cSSnassnand.r.
WILLIAM McDAvlD. Adjutant.
AUGUSTA LODGE NO. s6%, e.p.o.E.
Regular meetings In the Elisa Home.
winthrop street, the second and fourth
ThursdayS Of each month ~ 8 O'Clock.
EAABBk HAYES nsy F I =;
FORT WESTERN LODGE NEW
meets in l. q. o. 2. hail second and
fourth Thursday at 7.3o o'clock. All
MRS LAWRENCE coLaAN. Warden.
MRS ALICE l. PiERPoNF. Sec"
n. e. o. 2. KENNEsEc LODGE,
No si hs 'i fa.sasS svs ss s q .a rs
''c cAnpf 81 !, q d GISn,SSSEsior. warden.
b. r. SMITH, FIN See.
MRS. EMMA L. HOWE, Rec. Sec
tu-th-sat.
O.o.o.c. MORRILL, coMMANDERY
NO. S26. regular meetings second
and fourth Tuesday OF every month
at $50 o'clock at Golden Cross hal.
BERTHA p, REDM0Np. ", G,
W. e: cLoUGH " x. r.
tu-th-sa,.tt
COURT PINE TREE NO. 20. FOR.
esters OF America. meets In Foresters'
hall the arst and third Thursdays OF
zach month at s o'clock
HAROLD }. ALl.ARQ. Chief Ranger
JOHN J. WHITE. WA. Sec.
may2S,tu-th.sat.iy
AUGUST CAMP NO. 74oo, N. W.
A. Regular meeting first and third
Thursday OF each month at q. A. Il.
hall.
r. o. KNIGHT, Consul.
BERT L. NICHOLAS. Clerk.
tu-th-sat.tf
QUEEN TEMPLE NO. 70 PYTHlAN
ond and fourth tuesday evenings OF
each month at 100 O'Clock.
LUCY A. FOWLER. NJ. e. c.
CORA A: JONES. NJ. Of r. and c.
tn -sat,tt
CAPITAL GRANGE. NO. 24S, p. Of
II. Meetings I'd and 9Th Saturday eve
ninss of each month a. G. A. r. hall.
A. y. RIPLEY. W. NJ.
MRS. EMMA =. HOWE SEQ.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
irish Have Air Mail

Belfast, Dec. S-tA. p. by Mail)-
Arrangements have been completed
for an all-year air service between
Great Britain and Ulster. A COM
pany with S2.5o0.0o0 capital has been
formed and three airplanes have been
purchased. The scheme is expected
greatly to accelerate the mail ser
vice, not only with England, but with
America and Europe.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
THIS cHRieTMAs

Christmas Of the year nineteen
hundred and twenty-four should be
the moSt suspicious since the birth
OF Him. who brought to the world
conception OF the relationship that
should exist among men. and does
exist between them and their
Creator. a conception such as men
had not before. and which. In
srsstsr or less degree. imprsssss the
minds Of all those who observe the
occasion. 1t matters no. that some
OF the customs Of the day were bor-
rowed from those OF q pagan world,
which knew little OF the brother
hood Of man and the fatherhood of
God. little OF obligations between the
strong and the weak, between the
warning peoples. and which because
Of restricted environments was cir
cumscsibed In vision These customs
have persisted. by siorinsd by the
traditions associated with the life OF
Him. who was born In a manager.
ibis. We believe. 10 coming to DO
recognized by peoples Of other than
the CHRISTIAN faith. and to DO more
upderstandingiy appreciated by
those Of that faith.
And what almost infinite posst.
buitiss the world Of today enjoys for
widening the scope Of that spirit and
fdr clarifying comprehension Of It.
None Of al the people Of the earth
are today 80 isolated they may not
b reached BY II. The vitality Of its
love has survived fragrant Ill. treat.
ment at the hands Of some Of those
who professsd TO understand and to
possess Il. It has persisted in In
spring 30 much OF unselhsh deyo-
tion. II has lent to human relations
20 much Of choicest blessing. It has
given 80 much Of the genuine to
human endeavor. 90 much OF light to
life. It's seed comes to frultage In 30
many dark and faraway places. as
70 warrant expectancy that at last
It must prevail.
what . Christmas Gift to the
world! what q warrant for the
Christmas spirit
What . reminder have we today
of the power within our reach, with
the bonds OF the entire world more
closely knit by communication over
the waters. and through tina air!
The btrrisrs Of foreign language are
being swept away BY the radio pic
turs that travsrses the pulsations of
the ether. The understanding of all
the peoples may now be reached and
enriched. Wonderful beyond the
dreams OF imagination, more won.
dertul than fairies and chiidhood's |
thoughts Of Santa Claus: marvels
that inspire awe At the possibilities
already revealed to the minds Of |
men.
With these we have that with |
which We may work nightly for |
that universal peace. hope for which |
has been 20 vitalised by the spirit |
Of Christmas throughout the /!
centuries OF the Christian era.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25

contributions to physical training in
tho schools. but we venture the
opinion that Bowdoin men are think
ing little upon those achievements.
but much about the kindly smile.
the helpful hand. the implicitly
trusted personality OF whit"
ploasant recollection at a moment OF
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25

One scientist now attributes much
of the eye trouble of the present
age TO overeating, although he ad-
mits that undertaking may produce
like results. Surely his suggestion
Is worthy of attention.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25

A typographical error in Wednes-
days Journal gives the total popular
vote for the three leading Presl-
Dental candidates as 26,920,070 in
stead of 2S,920,070. But in land
slide like that nobody seems to miss
two million votes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
Referred 70 the jury

There is a certain youngstcr who
isn't going to be subpoenaed as a
witness any more by a certain at
torney. One case 10 enough to lose.
The local youth was on the wit
ness stand, when the lawyer started
in to examine him.
Have you an oceupation?' asked
the attorney.
Nope"
"Deg't you do any work OF any
kind?~
Nope
What does your father dot"
'Nothin' much"
Doesn't he do anything to support
the family
odd jobs once in a WHILE
AS a matter Of tact. isn's your
father a worthless Fellow. q deadbeat
and a loaferg'
Il don't know" the witness re-
piled. You better ask him: he's
sitting over there on the jury."-C.
z. W. The Christian Evangelist
tSt. Louis).
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
Judaina by the Past

Wife (coidIy)--You needn't speak
to me for a month.
Hubble lrelieved)-Then you ex-
pect to have finished talking by
then, ?"-Stray Stories.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
Didn't Seam LikeIv

"HalIoa! why are you rushing
about like this?"
I'm trying to get something for
my husband"
Had any offers STRAY Stories.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25

Willie--Dad. why is an after din
rer speech called a toast?
Dad-Because it is usually so dry,
my on.-London Tit.Bits.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25

The New York Library manage
ment has been forced to deny cross
word puzzle fiends the use Of the
library dictionaries. Thus Is cross
word culture denied refreshing
draughts at the fount of knowledge.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25

This for Miss Democracy's Christ
mas stocking: the party's campaign
deficit will be paid. card from
Director Jones Of the National Com
mittee.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
Never Satisfied

Eay-My husbands so juealous,
fay-lsn't that embarrassing?
Ray-Yes. Isn't yours?
Fay-Not a bit.
Ray-lsn't that humiliating?-
Stray Stories.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
Light and Airy
just Think of IL

The Motorist--I believe the auto
mobile is mans greatest blessing.
The Nature Lover-But think of
the famine it must have caused
among the horseflies.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
Or Malha Aardsr

Hit may be hard TO q rich man
to enter de Kingdom of Heaven"
said Rastus to the preacher. but
hits just as hard fo' a po' man to
stay on de rth.'-New York
American.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
CATCHING Fisi,

He had had bad luck fishing on
his way home he entered the
butcher shop ard said to the dealer:
Just stand over there and throw
me five of the biggest OF those
trout"
Throw 'em! What FORE" asked
the dealer in amazement.
so | can tell the family Iscausht
EN-. may be poor fisherman,
but I'm no liar.'-Frorn Everybody's
Magazine,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25

What with wood-alcohol booze and
cross word puzzles eyesight in this
country Is undergoing a needless
strain, 1t would seem.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
: Thvrsdsy, December q, 1894.

1T wss the calm and siIsnt aisht!
Seven hvndrsd years and fifty.
thres
Had Rome bssn growing up 70 might
And now was queen Of land snd
No sound wss heard Of sIashjng wars,
esses brseded Ger the hushsd
domains 4
ApsiIs. PslIss Jevs and Mars,
Held undisturbsd their ancient
reign,
In the solemn midnight,
Centuries ase."-Aifrsd oonrstt.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25

In the words of the poet: Christ
mas is here, winds whistle shrilf
and in the words of the Journal, a
Merry Christmas to you all.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25

Paris that year ago was said to
be dance mad Is satiated and. the
dance halls close. What next?
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25
Penetratina Eyes

The medium had aroused much in
terest throughout the crowded hall
BY reading rewspaper through .
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25

Monday was the biggest day in the
history of the Biddeford postofilcc,
new records being established for
business handled in receipts and both
incoming and outgoing malls being
larger in volume than on any other
day in the history of the Office, ac-
cording to official records. Over So
600 letters and cards went through
the cancelling machine, as a part of
the days business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25

Walton were sorry to here Of her
serious illness.
Word has been received Of the
death Of Thomas Burdin, who has
just died In Winthrop. Mr.. Burdin
was q former resident OF Mercer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-12-25

It's the same old Christmas story.
1t thrills one Though and through;
When it's told in all it's glory
1t charms and blesses too.
Eva lockwood Keller.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-04-04
California Richness
Enlarged by Irrigation

Sacramento, Cal. April .3-(By A.
F.)-Applications to irrigate lands in
California involved more than A.
100000 acres last year, an area as
large as that now under irrigation, 1t
was announced by H. A. KluegeI,
chief Of the division Of water rights
in the state department OF public
works. '
"A very large proportion of the de-
velopment proposed" said Mr.. Klue-
gel, "is not at present feasible be-
cause settlers and capital are lack
ing. Nevertheless. the number Of fl
ings bears relation to the demand for
irrigation and power development"
The applications last year repre-
scented about five times the average
yearly Increase during the last dec
ade. What irrigation has done is
shown in one of the older central
California irrigation districts started
in about 1890. In this district the
population has increased eight times;
the number of farms increased from
eight to 2,025. The land in 1890
was valued at. about $50 an acre and
now conservative estimates place the
average value at $3.50 an acre.
Thirty-four years ago the district
had total estimated value of So
6eo. 600; today 1t has reached $780,
COZ, 900.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-04-04
LimehOuse Lure
London Runners

London, March Is ca. P. by MaiD
-Limehouse, the famous UNDER
world center of England, is now in
tested with gangs of bootleggers
whose business is to keep supplies of
liquor passing through the city on
their way to the United States and
other nations given over to prohibi-
; ton.
This waterfront section seems to
have become the center Of boot
Logging over night, and the head
quarters Of the gangs once estab-
lished in the Bahamas, as well as
others which worked out of Scot
land and from vantage points along
the coasts of Norway and Finland.
Every week, it is said. thousands
of gallons of liquor are handled by
these men, and their ships are busy
passing up and down the Thames.
They work with a certain amount
of stealth and cunning which keeps
. them within the law. Their methods
do not appear to arouse unusual in
terest, and they are left more or
less to themselves.
One of the newcomers to rum
runners Row." says leading Lon
don newspaper, who has shifted
from the Bahamas, is mysterious
Captain Candid" formerly q ship
broker. He is said to have extern
sive organization, to own several
ships. and to have established his
! headquarters in one of the public
houses of Limehouse.
1t is related that American pro-
hibition agents have attempted to in
wade his headquarters, but have new
er been able to get beyond the outer
bar.
1t is almost impossible to keep an
accurate record of the liquor ship
ped in and out London every week
An estimate places the amount at
about 100000 gallons. However,
most of the liquor which is said to
find its way into the bootleggers
hands is handled originally by. con-
federate firms.
The reason for the selection Of
London as headquarters is said to be
that the new liquor treaty between
the United States and England makes
the Bahamas rather dangerous. Soon
after their appearance here the
bootleggers were bounded by n
small army of prohibition sleuths.
but so far their work seems to be
ineffective. Their difficulties are
great for there are about 1000 firms
in England interested in liquor
shipments and wholesale selling.