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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31
CONSIDER ALL THE AeeRIEvED

New York judge, in refusing TO
dismiss an indictment against oe-
tectiye charged with compoundins
felony. he having secured the return
of stolen jewels, said: "The victim
of the crime is not the only person
concerned in the happening. 1t is
+ba neople of the State who are
primarily aggrieved and it is their
dignity that has been infringed
and their peace invaded by the
commission Of the crime"
There is need of more judges with
a like comprehension respecting
those suffering on account OF
crime: there is need Of like compre-
hension on the part of those, VINO
by exercise of the pardoning power
often upset the findings OF Well
conducted courts. There are occas-
ions when an unwise use OF the
pardoning power seems to infiict
greater injury on society than did
the original crime.
Thanks to public agitation there
Is recently in evidence throughout
the country, save in Texas. an ap-
parent disposition to exercise more
discretion in the matter of pardons.
The injury that has been committed
through pardons we believe consists
in no small degree of the wide
spread contempt shown for law and
officers Of the law. Courts that may
have been meticulcus in administer
ing Justice have In reality been In
some Instances houted by the par
noning power.
The warden Of Sing Sing, though
Declaring his opposition to capital
punishment, recognizes the need OF
kreater assurance than now exists
that after the circumstances are
dimmed by the lapse Of time, after
public interest has died down, after
money and influence have found 1t
possible to intrigue for the criminals
freedom he shall not be let 30 with
but the high court shall find error
br new evidence.
It Il gratifying to note that here
h Maine petitions for pardons are
being 1udiciously treated, that the
individual 10 not solely considered,
but that the effect upon society of
extending clemency is also taken
Into consideration. This the public
should insist upon. II this be not
done there is grave danger that what
may have been intended as u kindly
and helpful act Of clemency may
prove in reality a serious injury to
the maintenance Of law and order.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31
Noon-cook

The home of Mr.. and Mrs. Fred
erick G. Noon at ID Colver street.
New London, Conn, was the scene
of a very pretty wedding Saturday,
Dec. 26, when their daughter. Helen
and Thomas Cook were united in
marriage. The ceremony was per-
I formed at II o'clock by Colby class
mate of Mr.. Cooks of the Baptist
ministry in a very impressive man
ner.
| The bride was very charming in a
gown of white velvet with hat to
match and carried shower bouquet
of roses and valley lilies. A sister
(, of the bride, Miss Marion Noon was
very attractive as bridesmaid and
Perrin Freeman of Revere, a frater-
nifty brother of Mr.. Cooks was best
man.
| Mrs. Cook, who is one of the fav-
orite young ladies of New London,
| is a graduate of Williams Memorial
Institute and the New London Bust
ness college, and has a very large
circle of friends.
| Mr.. Cook is the son of DIR. and Mrs.
! n. r. Cook of this town, a graduate
of Colby college, class of 1892 and
now intructor of English at Buckley
High school, New London, Conn. His
genial attitude towards every one in
general has made him one of New
ports best liked young men and all
unite in extending to Tom and his
bride congratulations and good wish
eS.
/ Immediately after the service the
wedding party left for Boston, where
at the Hotel Brunswick, Mr.. Cook had
arranged for a party which included
several of his former classmates and
proved delightful affair.
Mr.. and Mrs. Cook proceeded to
Newport where they will enjoy their
honeymoon with his parents. DIR. and
Mrs. n. r. Cook at their residence
on Upper Main street. On Monday
evening at the invitation Of Mrs. DR..
Cook. several of the young people
passed a very delightful evening at
her home renewing acquaintance with
Mr.. Cook and meeting his very pleas
ing bride. The evening was passed
at bridge and delicious refreshments
i were served.
| Mr.. and Mrs. Cook will be at home
at So Nathan Hale street, New Lon
! don, Conn, after January 5.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31

It is said that the wife of Feng
Yu Hsiang and the wife Of Kuo
Sung Ling, having been in the past
schoolrnates at the American Pekin
University. connived and induced
their husbands to form an alliance.
While that at first brought about
the temporary defeat of their COM
mon enemy he finally recovered and
killed Kuo and his wife and again
rules Manchuria with the aid of the
Japanese. Evidently more than the
connivance Of two wives educated
to western culture is needed to set
tie China's affairs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31
linton

Miss Arlene Besse. a teacbs.
South Paris, has returned ~ y
school there after passing her w ~
ton with her brother and wifa 8
and Mrs. Floyd A. Besse Of RsIi,s Y !.
street.
Arthur Holt, who has been van. !,
at his home, is reported someTh y
better.
Carroll Keene has returned Il 4,
school at Princetown, in Aroos,a,s
county, after passing his vacafiss n
the home of his parents Mr.
Mrs. w. NJ. Keene of Main street S'A'
Mrs. Emma Davis has been x,
fined to her home on Main s,ss.'
several days with a bad cold. y
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31
WINDSOR
Windsor Grange

CORNER--At the regular meeting
of Windsor Grange, Friday evening
December 20, the attendance was
very good and the election of officers
for the ensuing year was as follows:
Master, Francis Colburn: Overseer
Dennis Millett; Lecturer, Eleanor
Pierce; Steward, B. A. Reeves; Chap
lain. Celia Hussey; Treasurer, C. d.
Jones: Secretary, Hazel Millett; AS
sistant Steward, Ralph Cooper; Lady
Assistant Steward, Lottie Cooper;
Gate Keeper. Lot Pierce; Ceres, May
Colburn; Flora, Mrs. Elmer Dow;
Pomona, Sadie Nelder.
Miss Mary Godding of Augusta
passed Christmas with her sister.
Mrs. r. b. Jewell. She joined the
family party at C. +. Donnell's, Fri
day afternoon. where music and a
well-laden tree were enjoyed by all
but most especially by Mrs. S. B.
Donnell, who is in her ninety-fourth
year.
The little daughter which arrived
at Mr.. and Mrs. Maurice York's,
December %, has been named Agnes
Ellen.
James Boggs, who has been visit
ing his son Robert in Augusta. re-
turned to D. A. wilkins, Sunday
afternoon.
Miss Ruby Shuman was calling on
her sister, Mrs. Mildred Hussey.
Thursday afternoon.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fl. B. Hussey and
son Edwin. were Christmas guests of
Mrs. Hussey's parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
w. B. Shuman.
The pretty Christmas wreaths
hung in the several homes at Wind
sor Corner were presented by Miss
Marjorie Cappers. 1t is her annual
custom and her many friends appre-
ciate her thoughtfulness and spirit
of good will.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31
Tuesday Club

The regular meeting of the Tues
day Club was held at the home of
Mrs. Edwin Foster of Waterville on
Tuesday afternoon and many of the
Oakland ladies attended A regular
Christmas party was enjoyed and the
members responded to roll call with
Christmas quotations. Songs were
delightfully."- rendered by Miss Nora
Bartlett Greeley and Mrs. Florence
Wells; reading of Christmas gifts.
Mrs. Mary Foster. At intermission
gifts were exchanged and social
time followed. after which refresh
ments were served. All reported a
very pleasant time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31

1t may be somewhat gratifying to
reflect on the fact that the future
spiritual ruler of midas million
followers Of Zoroaster will have
recollection of student life in Column
bia University, Of American slang
ana the latest jazz, likewise of the
charming American girls, though his
rehgion forbids marriage with a nom
Aoroasterian. He has recently and
apparently regretfully sailed for
nome TO take up the duties of the
spiritual head-ship of this Indian
cult. 1t is more than possible that
ms acquaintance with American
clviization may have a beneficial
erect on his coming life work.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31

The. regular meeting Of the Harry
G. Decker Post of the American Le-
gion was held at the Legion home
on Church street Tuesday evening.
After the regular business a social
time was enjoyed. The American
Legion basket ball team will meet
for practice Thursday evening at the
Milton LaForrest Williams gym.
The Basket Club held their regu-
lar meeting Tuesday afternoon at the
home of Mrs. Nellie O'Rielley on
Goodwin street with the usual at
tendance.
The Epworth League of the Meth
>odist church held a social in the
vestry of the church Tuesday eve
ming and there was good attend
ance and all reported fine time.
A delightful time is anticipated on
Thursday evening when the Ladies'
Social Circle will entertain the Circle
and their husbapds and the Mems
Club and their wives at a supper
which will be served at $40 O'Clock
in hurry vestry. This will be fol-
lowed by a social time.
The Thursday Club will observe
Gentlemen's night at the home of
Mrs. Cecile Bushey of the Fairfield
road this Thursday evening.
Mr.. Chase of Hinckley and his
men, who are pressing hay in town,
are boarding at the home of Mr.. and
Mrs. S. d. knight of Fairfield street.
Mrs. Ellin j. Garland quietly OBJ
served her 62nd anniversary at her
home Tuesday and had several call
ers, among whom was Leon Phil
brick of Waterville, grandson.
Mrs. Alva Jakins of Winslow is
visiting at the home of her parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. William Sturtevant of
Oak street.
Mrs. Frank Garland of Fairfield
street and Mrs. Guy Moore of Cum
berland Mills are visiting at the
home of their brother, H. ID. Burgess
of NorriGgewock.
Carl Mithee and daughter, Laura,
are visiting at the home Of Mr..
Mithee's parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
Charles Mithee of Main street.
- 6ht spirit can tighten the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31
ALBION

Will Knights is visiting In Hart
ford, Conn.,, and Haverhill Mass
Claude Tozier from Lowell Mass
is visiting friends in town.
Miss Verna Gould has resumed
teaching at Good Will after passing
two weeks at home.
Harold Knis Ats, Stanley Gould
Roland Higgins and Oliver Harding
from Hartford. Conn.,, passed The
Christmas vacation at their homes
in town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31
MRS. PATTANGALI ON PRoHl.
BlTION

II am not a member Of any tenn
perance society. I have always been
very liberal In my ideals, but prohi-
bition at its worst is better than
license at its best and / am so
thoroughly convinced that even under
the much discussed Volstead act we
are getting the greatest good for the
greatest number that can never
follow a political party that puts a
wet plank in its platform or vote
for wet public official for any Of
fice"-Mrs. Gertrude M. Pattangall,
Democratic national committee
woman for Maine.
Referring to the anti-prohibition
comment of President Butler of Co
lumbia University she very pertin-
emily comments on an obvious fact
that many New Workers cannot see
beyond their own great city,"
This is a feature that well-in-
formed public will not overlook. 1t
has long been known that the most
isolated people are not those who
live in the country village but those
who live in the heart of great city
and rarely go outside the confines of
their ward. Also there are many,
who have greater opportunities for
intercourse with the world outside,
who nevertheless retain a provin-
cial outlook. Their conception Of the
actual results of the volstead act
the country over are absolutely un-
trustworthy, although they assume
to advise those who know vastly
more about the situation. Do not
look to the great cities to learn what
America is or will be. Those de-
luded with the notion that it is pos
slble to upset prohibition better take
counsel from. such as Mrs. Pattan-
gall.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31
Fined for Driving
Without Lights

William McDunnah of Millinocket
was brought before Judge Mitchell
in the municipal court Tuesday,
charged with driving team on the
highway after P. M. without lights
State Highway Police Officer Carson
being the complainant, stated that
McDunnah driving four horse team.
hauling a large boiler belonging to
Cyr Bros. into Carmel village. Deem
Der %. was without lights. Judge
Mitchell imposed fine of $40 and
costs Of 1888 which were paid.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31
Areana Club

The members of the Arrears el.
met with Mrs. Edna Ward On Tu,,.
day afternoon. The meeting VA,
opened by the president. Mrs. Eat
Pratt Brown, with members repest.
ing the club prayer. The secretarT,
report was read by Mrs. Edna Wafd
Communications were read and db.
cussed by the members. Roll eaE
parallels from the Bible; sketch 4
John Bunyan, Mrs. Nettie Keens;
brief "Pilgrim's Progress Mn
Edith Pratt Brown; selection. Nh
Fife l.. Decker. The meeting close
with the club collect, after Hhid
dainty refreshments were served 81
the hostess.
Those present were Mrs. Lii
Holt, Mrs. Annie Cotton, Mrs. Nett,
Keene, Mrs. Alice Marcia, Mrs, Ia,
tie Cain, Mrs. Efiie Decker, Nh
Edith Pratt Brown. and the hosisx
Mrs. Edna Ward. A very social al.
ernoon was passed by all present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31

the kitchen where Lady Love was busy
at work He told me to be sure to
make a good resolution.
"Have you thought of one?" asked
the pretty lady rabbit. smiling to her
self as she stirred the batter for the
New Year Cakes. Yes, she was about
to place the dough in little forms of
animals-foxes. squirrels, rabbits and
chipmunks.
And in the next story you shall hear
what happened after that.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31
Norton.Weich

A wedding of interest to Newport
people occurred in Bangor, December
25, when Leroy Norton Of this town
and Miss Louise WEIGH Of veazie
were married by Rev. Ashley A.
Smith, d. d. Mr.. Norton is the son Of
Mr.. and Mrs. L. w. Norton and has
many friends who extend best wishes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31
Annual Meeting c. T..

The annual meeting of the Chris
tan Endeavor of the United Baptist
church was held in the vestry of the
church Tuesday evening. Supper
was served at $50. after which the
regular business meeting was held
This was followed by a social. which
proved very enjoyable time for all
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31
Editorial Comment


(LeWlStOn SUM
To think that man of Sena-
tor Cummins's responsibility should
come out with a scheme to sell sur
plus wheat abroad at a loss and
make the rest of us pay the loss.
Which means of course that New
England farmers must be taxed to
make up to rich western farmers for
their short sightedness in planting
too many acres.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31

nose spots on the sun may sug-
sest 10 the lay mind that old Sol ia
eee'Ving a supply of fuel in the
shape of an erratic planet falling
upon the fire; also suggestiv of the
uays when rth-dwellers were per-
united to throw lump of anthracite
on the bed of live Goals in the heater.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31

"The history OF mans antecedents
has been pushed back millions of
years by discovery of a minute fos-
sill Of primitive form of fish-scale
in rock formation in Northwestern
Vermont" = Exchange - Tennessee
isn't quite back so far, but she's on
the way.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31
Railroads and SteamDOau
MAINE CENTRAL R E,!!lI :


TRAINS LEAVE AUGUSTA Fek
Bangor, tl2.21 a. NJ, s12.40 a. m. ia;isaasr ,
1926 am, t12.25 pm, t2.2S p.m'
B. & 4. Pts, t122l am, tl?.2Spm.
Bar Harbor, t19 II a. M, tl2.2o p. ~ aasa q.
Bath, t5.54 a. m. 1881 a. m, 20 ~ a. 4.
Belfast, C4.44 a. m, 70 20 a. M, ~,
Boston, 1921 a. m, 1854 a. NJ i. n I. D.
s10.0s a. m. 1906 p. M, 3.34 p. M i'''s x
Calais, t12.21 a. M, t1225 p. m;
Dover -Foxcroft, GAIA a. M, t2.2o "a a 4 h.
Gardiner, 1921 a. H., 1884 a. MI .Iasp. D,
s10.0S a. m, 1905 p. m, So. "a PM Pc
f5.15 p. m, t7.19 p. m, *1O.5o p. III IN IA o.
Hallowell. 1854 a. m, 1881 a. M, s tsis D d,
1905 p. m, So "a r. IN. t4.05 p. NJ i0'-' Y
f7.19 p. m. *105 p. M.
Harmony, f12.25 p. nj. t,0os 4 .,
Lewiston, t5.5 "a a. M. 1881 .. m.' si''
TAOS p. M, $40. 55 p. m. s;
New York, 1884 p. m, % p. m. asfaA.
Portland. 1921 a. m, t5:5i a. H. isJ5p. o.
sl0.0S m, 1905 p. m, 1874 p. m'
t7.19 p. m, 40 5 p. m. 4aasnns
Rockland, 1854 a. M, III a: M, 81 n
Skowhegan, C4.44 a. m, 30 a. H. IN 0San'
So. Gardiner, "a a. m, 10 81 a. m 10 Pm
1906 p. m, 1884 p. M, 1910 Pun
St. John. tl2.21 a. m. .,o 4Aar'
Waterville, tl2.21 a. m, 81: ~ an % 70 a.
20. &c a. m, tl2.25 p. M, t223 p. H. !,
t7 ba;, P NJ 1888 p Except Sunday and , s
T Daily, except Monday. Daily eA.'f
Sunday only.
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Windsor Corner School

The Christmas spirit was very
much in evidence at Windsor Corner
School House, Thursday afternoon
December "a. The parents and sew
eral friends were present 10 - -
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31
Consider the Beavers Menu

(Biddeford JournaD
Almost worthy of the Winsted,
Conn, label is that story from Au-
gusta to the effect that beavers are
cutting down the guard rails along
the state highway between Bingham
and Carratung. 1t is explained that
the posts and guard rails along this
road, which is narrow and has dan
gerous curves. are of green poplar
and birch and that the beavers in
small ponds near the road have cut
down the posts. Knowing that the
beavers are especially fond of pop
lar and birch, the builders should
have known better than to use such
material. Obviously. the remedy is
not to kill the beavers. but to use
material for posts and rails not COM
monty on the beaver menu.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31

Wendall Tinkham, who has employ
ment at Wilson Mills. was visiting
friends in town over Christmas. Ray
mond Danforth and Morris Mcdonald
went back with him Monday where
they expect to get work in the woods.
Services at the church Sunday aft
ernoon were in charge of Rev. r. B.
Buker of Sabattus. Attendance was not
as large as usual owing to the severi-
ty of the cold.
Rev and Mrs. r. b .Buker are the
parents of an eight pound son. He has
been named Raymond Bates, >Jr.
Mrs. Herbert Ridley is passing a
few weeks with relatives in New York.
Mr. and Mrs. Richmond Taylor and
son were Christmas guests at the
home of w. B. Woodman.
Mrs. Clarence Downing is visiting
Mrs. Alice Chase of Augusta for a few
days
Mrs. Florence Coombs, Gladys and
Marguerite are passing a week in
Rumford with relatives.
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CURED:
"Who is calling Little Me?
Mothers making Turnip Tea"
Your Uncle Lucky" answered the
dear old gentleman rabbit. Tonight is
New Years Eve. Tell Lady Love that
Little Miss Mousie and l will be over
for happy time. Think up good
resolution for the coming year"
"Uncle Lucky and Little Miss Mou-
sic are coming. over this evening"
shouted the little rabbit, hopping into
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31

Mrs. Herbert Grant has eopa n
Lewiston for a few days visit IN
her husband, who has employms5I
there.
Mrs. Roy Sprague of winslov. Nm,
has been caring for Mrs. Edward 4
Easter and infant son, Erward II
has completed her duties and r.
turned to her home.
The annual election Of officers 4
Brown Memorial Methodist Supds,
school will take place at the Sunday
school session next Sunday. A lars,
attendance of members is asked d i
present.
Miss Roberta Holt is confined !,
illness to the home OF her grsn1ua,,
.ents, Mr.. and Mrs. C. A. Horon \
Waterville. She is being cared "a
by her mother, Mrs. Maud Hot 4
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MONMOUTH
Shirley Elaine Beam

SOUTH-Shirley Elaine, the little
daughter of Mr.. and Mrs. William
Beam, passed away Saturday morning
after a short illness of pneumonia.
The funeral was held Sunday after
noon at the home of the grandparents,
Mr.. and Mrs. Clarence Dearborn.
Burial was at the East Wales ceme-
terry.
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Thursday, December 81. 1925.

"Money may not buy happiness,
but you can buy change OF misery
with it."
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-31
MAINE GOSSIP
Trailing . lie

Trailing Q Lie
Is II so, or amt 1t so?
If it amt, beware
How you tell it, for lie
Has energy to spare.
1t travels fast and travels far
Like destructive flame,
And after it begins to fly
The world is not the same.
kills,
Without second boost;
And like the chicken, little man,
1t comes back home to roost!
Rev. William Wood, Kennebunk, Me-,
in Biddeford Journal
This IL the last day for hunting
ducks and other water fowl. closed
time beginning at sunset today.
The Inauguration Of Mayor C..
D. Crosby and the new city council
of Bangor will take place next Mon
day morning.
Today, the last day of the year, will
be three minutes longer than when
the days were at their shortest last
week. When the days began to
lengthen the cold began to strengthen.
. A bequest Of $1,000 to Bowdoin COL
lege for its library is contained in the
will of Professor Edward S. Morse of
Salem, Mass. filed at the Essex pro-
bate court. The will includes several
other requests of public nature.
The value of the estate is estimated
at approximately 100000.
All are happy at Burlington as
shown by the following correspon-
dence from that town in the Bangor
News:
Christmas was a jolly day at the
tavern, a tree with many gifts for
little ones being the attraction. How
ever, there were many older people
enjoying the friendly contact. Winter
is here. Snow has covered the hills
and woods so that snowshoes are the
best friends to the adventurous trav-
eler. II one has courage let him brave
a trip to the tavern when the ice is
on the window and the fire is roaring
in the stoves. You will find health
and happiness here, in winter sports
that the sunny south cannot produce.
A meeting took place in Portland
on Monday between representatives
Of the Daylight Saving committee of
Maine and the Maine State Grange to
discuss plans by which those cities
and towns which want daylight time
can have it without violating the
Hartman law or causing hard feel
ings. A. much better understanding
of the position of the two interests
resulted from this meeting. 1t is
probable that Portland and other cit
les which want daylight time will get
the extra hour of daylight by opening
places of industry and business one
hour earlier than usual in the morn
ing and closing one hour earlier in the
afternoon. 1t is also understood that
at the next session of the Legislature
that an amendment to the Hartman
bill may be offered giving towns and
cities the right to vote annually on