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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
Home Economics Dept. Woman's
Club Meets

The meeting of the Home Econom-
les department OF the Waterville's
Womans club yesterday afternoon
with Mrs. II. l.. Emery at "A Bur
leigh street was in the form of Il
Valentine party combined with Il
Lincoln program. Mrs. William
Simpson of Fairfield gave data on
the life of Lincoln and entertained
with readings. Mrs. Mary Hall gave
personal "reminiscences OF Lincoln.
Mrs. Hall was in Washington at the
time of Lincoln's second inaugural
and was also there when he was as
aSsinated. She told of the preS-
dent as one who knew him.
The rooms were decorated In Val
cntine style and on each table We're
rose coiored candles. Refreshments
were served consisting of chicken
salad, hot rolls. shcrbet, fancy cakes
and coffee. The hostesses were Mrs.
j. Howard Welch. Mrs. J. G. Muir
ray. Mrs John Nivison. and Mrs
Herbert J.. Emery. There were sev-
eral invited guests present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
David Brown

David Brown, aged 63, was found
dead at his home on Clinton avenue
yesterday by neighbor who decid-
ed to investigate the premises after
seeing no signs of life there for two
days. DR.. John G.. Towne, county
medical examiner was called and at
ter investigating the case he gave
verdict Of death from natural
causes. DR.. Towne said that there
were no marks on the body and the
face was distorted as though the
man had suffered shock.
Mr.. Brown received treatment in
a local hospital recently for heart
trouble and returned to his home
only two or three days ago. He was
widower and lived alone. The
body was taken to Redington's I'M
dertaking rooms. The funeral will
be held from the church in Benton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
Annual Republican
Ward Caucuses
Are Held Tuesday

The annual ward caucuses Of the
Republicans of this city were held
last evening at the various ward meet
ing places, All of the meetings were
reported quiet with elections without
opposition. Tonight the Democratic
caucuses take place and the two follow
ing nights will be taken up with the
general party caucuses and elections
of candidates for mayor. The election
will occur on March 3.
Ward One-Aldcrman. William G..
Hall: councilmen. Isaaz A. Buzzell and
Edmund r. Barton: warden. Henry
Jobber: ward clerk. George ID. Branch;
member of the board of education. WIZ
bur c. Lunt: constable, Arthur Clair;
ward committee. A. j. Crafty, r. l..
Merrick, w. G. Hall. Isaac Buzzell. Ed
ward Johnson. Arthur Clair. Henry
Jobber Edmund Barton. John Lagas-
sew, Charles II. Sessions, Herman
Dodge. Harold Keith. Mrs w. Lunt
Mrs. G. BIackman. Mrs. W. G. Hall.
Mrs. I. Buzzell, Mrs. Charles Sessions,
Mrs. Hazel Pierson. Chairman. A. j..
Crafty: secretary. +. l.. Merrick.
Ward Two-Alderman, Amos A.
Winters: councilmen. George A. kidder
and Joseph NOVEL;: warden. Hallett
Houston; ward clerk, Irving McFar-
land; member Of the board of educa-
ton, Donald w. Tozier; constable.
Levi feathers: ward committee, DR..
Fl. w. Mitchell. Haett Hllouston. Mrs.
Vera Winters, Alfred H. Butler, John
Rowell, Amos Winters, Mrs. Blanche
Houston. Clifton Jordan. Mrs. Hattie
Hall. Levi feathers, c. Y. Tompkins,
Fred Oliver. Chairman. DR.. II. w.
Mitchell; secretary. Lorimer II. Dixon.
Ward Three-Alderman, Drew T.
IIarthorn; councMmen. George H. Dews
and Pearl l.. Hanscom; warden. Lincoln
o. Hanscom; ward clerk, Harry W
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
Regular Meeting Of WaterviIIe
w, C, T, u.

The regular monthly meeting Of
the Waterville w. C. T. u. was held
yesterday afternoon at the home of
Mrs. T. G. Nichols. so Pleasant street
There was a large attendance and
the meeting proved to be the most
interesting of the year. AS this is
the birthday of Mrs. Annie Pepper, a
former president of the Union. it
seemed fitting to pay tribute to her
memory. Selections from her writ
J iuss were read by Mrs. Florence
Kennison and Miss Harriet Parmen-
ter "Reminiscences of Mrs. Pepper
were told by Mrs. Minnie Wyman
and Miss Mary Ball. The main
feature of the meeting was the re-
port of the convention of women's
organiza tons recently held in BOs-
ton, given by Mrs. E. c. Whittemorc.
Miss Harriet Parmenter's report on
Christian Citizenship was very inter
CSting
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Farris; constable, George A. Jellison;
ward committee, Chester w. Getchell,
Frank D. Robinson, Warren Moses,
Perl Scribner, Mrs. Alice Haskell, Mrs.
Oscar Hubbard. Mrs. Harry Bickford.
Chairman, Chester w. Getchell; secre-
tary, Mrs. Alice Haskell.
Ward Four-Alderman, Leslie P.
Loud; counCilmtn. w. Arthur Far
we'll and Benjamin Il. Steward !:
warden, Dean w. Simpson: Wari
clerk, Joseph w. Jones; constable,
Albert Wade; ward committee, Les
lie p. Loud, Raymond GirouX. Thos.
Weeks. DR.. John G. Towne. s. Par
ker Toss. Mrs. Maud GirouX, Mrs.
John G. Townc.
Ward Five--Alderman, Edwin NJ.
Foster; cOunci!men. Nede Nollcr
and Merle Parsons: warden, Charles
Aver; ward clerk. Mrs Roscoe Bowl
er; constable. Charles harrington;
ward committee, Fred Rose. Mrs.
Roscoe Bowler. Ira Mitchell. Charles
harrington, Edwin NJ. Foster, Cora
L. Lincoln. James Allen. Roy Page:
chairman, Charles w. AtchIey; sec
rotary. Mrs. Grace i. Jones.
Ward SiX-Alderman, William r.
Stewart: councilmen, Melvin ID.
Hutchinson and Paul r. Baird:
warden, Joseph i. Clarke; ward
clerk, dominique Casavant; con-
stable, Edward Cote, ward commit
Paul Il. Baird, Daisy l.. Stewart,
Elizabeth leighton: chairman. 4. G..
Bunker: secretary. w. +. Stewart.
Ward Seven-Alderman, Frank l..
Roderick: councilmen. I.atfie G. DIS
,pI IaSS9rG. warden
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
Open House Tuesday at 3. p. o. e.
Lodge

The Watervlle lodge. b. p. 0. E.,
held open house at their home on
Appleton street last evening. All
Elks and their friends were invited
and the entire building was thrown
open for the festivities. There was
speaking, dancing. vocal and instru-
mental solos, and the music for the
dancing was furnished by Douglas
Melody Men of Augusta.
stephen Larrabee. a high school
student. gave an address on Lin
coin. Louis Marquis and Thelma De-
Isle sang a duet Connie Ducette
played several saxaphone solos, and
Helen Lachance gave a solo dance.
The mysterious performer of the
Skeleton Dance was discovered to be
Ralph Blunt. Excellent refreshments
were served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
S. A. L. Club Enjoy Meeting

The :. \. l.. Club held their last
meeting at the Massachusetts Inn
last evening. Supper was served at
O'Clock and was followed by dane
ing and games. Those present We're:
Misses Laurctte Audette. Alma
Reney. Louise Richard. Alice Lubicr.
.Iulotte Gagne. Aurorc Rancourt,
Edna GaEnc, Alice LaC&sse, Merida
Maheu. Irene Caron. Elizabeth Bar
ncy. Laurotte Rancourt, and Cecile
Dionne. Emile Letourneau, Wilfred
Roy, Josyphat Bureau. Eugene
Menard. Onesimc Noel. Louis. Ma
dcau. Fred Forth. Pierre Lacombe.
Joseph Willottc, Romeo Morneault.
Laurence Marshall, Clarence Barney,
Felix Letaurneau. Mr.. and Mrs.
Napoleon MERCER. Elmer Stoart.
Miss Erncstine Bartlett, and Mr.. and
Mrs Felix Audot.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
Enjoyable Evening Planned
BY Watervi.le Boys Club

An enjoyable evening has been
planned for the members of the Water
Vile Boys Club for Friday evening of
this week by the instructor of the club,
Theodore H. Pierce. ~, of Hyde Park,
Mass. The affair will be held in the
gymnasium of the Unitarian church.
beginning at 4 o'clock, when Pierce will
give short talk to the members OF the
club. Following the talk there will be
games and exhibition boxing matches
until o'clock, when a dinner will be
served. After the dinner there will be
informal speeches by Rev. Arthur
Buckner and Prof. Harry c. Edwards.
director OF physical education at Colby
College. Miss lrma V. Davis. 20, of
Burnham, will entertain the members
with several readings and William 4.
Macomber -, of Fail River, Mass.
has promised TO give something out of
the ordinary.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13


The many Pittsfield friends or
Miss Doris Walker will be interest
ed to learn of her marriage to Jo-
seph Cianchette, which occurred on
Saturday evening, Feb. ?, at the
Methodist parsonage ut Newport, the
impressive double ring ceremony be-
ing performed by Rev. &. ii. Bryant.
The bride is the daughter of Mr..
and Mrs. A. Il. Walker OF the Walk
er House, Newport. and the groom Is
the son of Mr.. and Mrs. Cinachette
of Pittstield The couple were at
tended 10y Mr.. and Mrs. Hugh Cor
don of Newport. The bride was be-
comingly attired in silk canton
crepe with pale blue. The groom
wore a dark blue suit. Mr.. Gordon
wore a grey suit and Mrs. Gordon
tan silk canton crepe.
After the ceremony the wedding
party went to the Walker House dim
ing room where delicious refresh
ments of wedding cake. Ice cream
and strawberry punch We're served
Mr.. and Mrs. Cinachette departed on
the $50 train for Lynn and Boston.
where they will pass their honey
moon. They have a large circle OF
friends in pittsfiCld who will extend
congratulations and best wishes for
| a long and prosperous married life.
On their return they will make
| Their home at the Walker House with
MIR. and Mrs. A. j.. Walker.
The UnivCrsalist Ladies' Aid
| society will hold Il food sale at
! Mathews Shoe store. Friday after
noon. Feb. 18th at o'clock.
The Pittsheld w. c. II. u. will OBJ
serve Frances T.. Willard Memorial
Fund Day at its regular meeting to
! be held on Thursday afternoon, Feb.
! Ia, at the home of Mrs. Abb.e Bus
sell. The hostesscs will he Mrs. Bus
sell. Mrs. Edith cook. Mrs. Audrey
! Hunt, Mrs. Esther Smith, Mrs. Eva
| Common. Mrs. Florence Stanley.
! Mr.. and Mrs. Perley J. Written left
| Monday for Boston for a few days
/ business trip.
, Col. Shumway of Skowhcgan Will
he speaker at the meeting of the
! CnivcrsaliSt Mems club to be held
| Wednesday evening, Feb. -.
a very pretty and enjoyable social
event took place recently at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs. Leslie L. Black
in jamaica Plain. Mass, when they
entertained several of the school and
classmates of Maine Central lnsti-
tute of this town, Mr.. and Mrs
Black being members OF the school
alumni association. The NJ. {. l.
colors with class and school bnn
ners were used for the decoration
of the home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

believed was right to do under the
circumstances. 1t was done. not for
the purpose OF protecting any par
ticular individuals or interests, but
to exercise a legal right. while at
the same. time throwing our infiu-
ence in favor OF orderly procedure
and evidencing our friendship
toward the friendly government OF
Mexico. ANY other course would
appear to me to be unworthy Of our
country.
I propose to continue whatever
course of action iS customary be-
tween friendly governments. While
l trust no further action may be
necessary, I shall continue to af-
ford protection in accordance with
the requirements of international
law. / propose to protect American
lives and American rights.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
Meeting Democratic County Com
n1ittee

4 meeting of the Democratic
County committee was held yester-
day afternoon in City hall at 100 to
discuss organization and organiza =
ton plans. This meeting was ad-
journed from a meeting held pre-
viously in Augusta. Orrin Frost,
Harold Dubord and Joseph Jewett
were elected a committee to look
over the situation in the county
with regards to making up ticket.
According to brief remarks made
by Hon. William r. Pattangall it
would be better to distribute the
ticket over the whole county.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
Sunshine Auction Club Entertained

Mrs. Charles Keith entertained the
members of the Sunshine Auction Club
oil $50 dinner at her home on Bartlett
street Monday evening. This was fol-
lowed by auction bridge. and during
the evening il was learned that two
of tho members were celebrating birth
days. The hostess was equal to the oc-
Cason and presented them with suit
able gifts. The first prize was won
by Mrs, J. l.. Thomas and the conso-
lation was given to Mrs. Alice i'ortiar.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
G.. of. c. Will Have Exhibit
At Central Me. Fair This Year

The directors of the Chamber of
Commerce at their meeting yester-
Gay, voted to have another exhibit of
the products of Waterville at the
Central Maine Fair this year and it
also was voted to enlarge the eX
hibit. the whole matter being left to
the discretion of the President and
secretary. Nine manufacturers dis
PLAYED their products last year at the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

4 Tincoln-Wi,Son memorial meeting
VIII be held at the Salvation Army
rooms on Temple street this evening
a. 100. This is being done in connec-
ton with a request from the terrific
Iia commissioner that all Salvation
Army posts observe tho memory of
these two men with fitting ceremonies.
The public is cordially invited.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

The Woman's Alliance of the Uni
tartan church will meet In the Ware
parOrs tomorrow afternoon at 3
O'Clock. Members are urgently request
cd TO observe this date on time as
business Of importance Will be acted
mon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

The annual Federation party given
b. tho WOman'S Federation of the
Congregational church will be held in
the church vestry this afternoon from
. 10 8 o'ciock. Every woman who is
in any way interested In the church
is invited to bc present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Funeral services for Miss Laura
Bonnie were held yesterday morning
at 10 o'clock from Redington's un-
dertaking parlors. Rev. Arthur
Buckner. pastor of the Unitarian
church officiated.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Jeff Smith. State secretary Of the Y.
". c. A., is in Greenville Junction for
a few days on business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

NIrs. Frank Philbricls of 20 College
svenue was operated upon Monday at
q Boston hospital. AT the present time
she is resting comfortably.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

The Woman's Guild of the st.
Marks church will meet with Mrs.
Fred Simr1onds, lis Oxford street,
Thursday afternoon at 2.30.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

There Will be "a public supper at the
Getchell Street Baptist church this
evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Ha;nes Theater: 1.-THE Gold Dig
gers" with an all star cast: 1.-THE
law Rustlers:" Comedy, News Reel.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Clinton q. Davis Of Waterville is re-
covering from the measles at the home
Of his parents in Sidney.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

The Ladies' Aid Of the Universalist
church viii meet this afternoon with
Mrs T. l.. Bowdcn Of Messalonskee
avenue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

} Mr.. and Mrs. Edward E. Reny, I!
Chaplin street are the parents of q
son. Edward Marvin, born on Feb
10.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
FAIRFIELD

Mrs. Joseph Coulliard was given a
surprise party Monday evening in hon
or of her birthday. Whist was played
and games were enjoyed. During the
evening she was presented with a
rocker. A light lunch was served by
the hostesscs. Miss AdeIine Lemelin
and Miss Ida Arsenault. Mrs. Coul-
lard was presented with 2 birthday
cake on which there were 30 candles.
The parcntTeacher Association will
hold it's January meeting Thursday aft
ernoon at the Lawrence High school
assembly hall. The South Grammar
pupils will furnish the program.
Cyril Gordon underwent slight op-
Grafton upon his foot Monday at his
home on Kicker street.
The Ladies' Social Union met ycster-
day afternoon with Mrs. II. r. Hatch
and Miss Gertrude Curtis. The after.
noon was passed in sewing and plans
were made for the baked bean supper
which is to be served Thursday night
at the Baptist church vestry. Delicious
refreshments were served by the host
csscS.
The Past and Present Club will enjoy
its valentine tea at the home of Mrs
James Atkins on Thursday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Everett Pennell Of
Ellsworth have been passing few
days at the home of lIrs. A. NJ. Pen.
nell.
Mrs. Fred Gregory has returned to
her home in Caribou after visiting rel
atives in town.
Friends of DIR. Donald Knowlton will
be interested to learn that he has open
cd an office at Winthrop, Me. where
! he will practice.
Harvey Patterson has returned to his
home on Lawrence avenue after visit
| ing friends in 'Wnslow.
Miss Lillian Fleury is working a
the home OF Mrs. Alice Drew for thu
| Present time.
A daughter. Mildred Beatrice. ar
rived at the home of Mr.. and Mrs. Wal
| ter HENDERSON. February s.
Mrs. Bell Archer is i'll at the HON,
of her daughter. Mrs. Jesse Richard
! son.
| The Methodist Guild will meet thi:
| afternoon at the church vestry.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Mrs Fred Barron of Madison IL the
guest Of Mrs. May Ingham and Mrs.
Webster Williams Of this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

I. II. Harrington was a business
caller In Portland Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

II. T. Douglass of Dover-Foxcrof.
vas in town yesterday on business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

Clara Barton Guild will meet with
Miss Alice GetcheIl at 262 Main street
Wednesday afternoon at 4.30.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13

George A. Weed left yesterday morn
ing On a short business trip to Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
THEATRE ATTRACTIONS

WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY
opera House: Rupert Of Hent-
1au' with all star cast, western fea-
,nre "Rustlin'" Leather Pushers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
Cianchette Walker

for treatment. She was accompanied
by Mrs. Charles Cook.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1924-02-13
Past And Present Club Entertained

tast AND Present Club Entertained
Mrs. Mary Neal entertained the
Past and Present cldb at her home
Monday afternoon. Musical selec-
tons were enjoyed and Mrs. George
Page gave very interesting paper
on the principal cities of Russia.
Mrs. Jennie Reyes. who is an hon.
orary member was present. The
hostess served delicious refreshments.
Miss Margaret Dorian is i'll at the
home of Mrs. w. II. Higgins, with
the measles.
Oliver Merchant is visiting rela-
tives in assachusctts.
The Dial club meeting which was
to have been held Monday afternoon
was postponed.
Harry +. Pike of Pressure Isle is at
the home of Mr.. and Mrs. Ralph
Jewell
Roland y. Pooler. who has been
conducting n restaurant for some
time has sold to Joseph Thibodeau.
A special meeting of the Woman's
Relief Corps will be held Wednesday
evening. There will be a picnic sup
per at o'clock followed by a re-
hearsal.
The Omaha morning bee. [volume] (Omaha [Neb.]) 1922-1927, 1924-03-07
Improving Of Lincoln
Highway Is Planned

Columbus, Neb., March 6.-Exten-
sivs detailed improvements along the
entire 467 miles OF the Lincoln high
way In Nebraska are planned for the
coming spring by the Nebraska LIN
coin Highway association. which
opened Its annual state convention
here today.
declared that Nebraska had too long
suffered from the reputation of hav-
ing some of the worst.kept stretches
along the entire transcontinental
route In this state.
The worst spots. 1t was asserted.
lie east Of Schuyler in Colfax county
and west OF Columbus in Platte coun-
ty. As n result, action Is being taken
by the Nebraska Lincoln Highway as.
sociation to organize in each county
In the state through which the high
way passes good roads committee
Of the highway. made up OF business
men members OF the county boards
and the chambers OF commerce. This
committee will see that immediate
improvements are begun and meet
ings held In each town to begin I'M
proyement work.
Asserting that while towns along
tho Lincoln highway In eastern Ne.
braska need have no fear OF having
the highway changed speakers de
clared that there was danger Of the
towns losing the highway traffic TO
roads Of the South Platte country II
more Improvements along the pres
ent routs were not forthcoming.
The Omaha morning bee. [volume] (Omaha [Neb.]) 1922-1927, 1924-03-07
Charles Thomas,
War Vet, Is Dead
Former City Councilman Dies
at Home. Early
Today.

Charles Leroy Thomas. IS. civil war
veteren and former city councilman.
died Thursday morning ct his home.
500 South Fifty-eighth street. He csle-
brated his birthday last April with
old friends and comrades at his home.
Mr.. Thomas enlisted in the civil war
In 1861. He served one year in Com
pany F. 18th regiment, Indiana vol
unteer infantry. In June. 1852. he re.
enlisted In Company z. At the close
OF the war he married Miss Harriet
r. Fusseiman OF DeKalb county. In
diana, who died in 1908. He is sur
vived by a daughter. Miss Minnie
Thomas.
Mr.. Thomas came TO Omaha to be
associated in business with his brother
the late Dexter L. Thomas. who died
in 1920. He served as member OF
the city council from 1892 TO 1895.
He was a member of 81. John lodge,
No. 25, A. r. & \. NJ. of the Nebraska
Veteran Free Masons' association,
Douglas County Pioneers and Old
Guard post. G. A. r.
Funeral services Will be held Satur-
day afternoon at 2:3o at the Masonic
temple. The family, requests that no
flowers be sent.
The Omaha morning bee. [volume] (Omaha [Neb.]) 1922-1927, 1924-03-07
Cleveland in Plight
Like Omaha Last Year;
Drinks From Springs

Cleveland, March 6.-VirtuaIly all
Of greater Cleveland depended on
springs and the distributors Of dis
titled water for their drinking and
cooking supplies today. This sltua-
ti0n. one Of the most acute In the
city's history. was brought about by
the strong taste Of phenoI and chlo-
rino In the water pumped from
Lake Erie. .t,
Hundreds OF Clevelanders stood
for hours awaiting their turn at
seven approved springs. They were
armed with jugs, bottles. pitchers,
pals, and even washtubs. So great
was the rush that policemen were
stationed at the springs to see that
each person left after obtaining y
gallon Of water so that the next IN
line could move mp.
Ono woman at the Wade park
spring said that she had gon. fo'T
miles for the water.