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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

S. w. STRAUS Figures Just
available from the American Bank
ers Association show that for the
last school year there were 1885,
497 pupils enrolled in school banks
compared with 2,236,326 the previ-
Gus year, an increase of 633,171
pupils, or nearly 30 per cent.
Deposits increased from $14.991.-
535 to $685. $50, while the bank
balances grew from $2o,435,144 to
s25,913,531. The increase in de-
posits was more than Is per cent
and in school balances nearly 81
per cent.
In the last five years an increase
of more than 500 per cent has been
made both in the number Of school
bank depositors and in their de-
posits.
These figures tell a greater story
than any of US can possibly realize.
The amount of money involved is
OF secondary Importance. 1t is to
be borne in mind, of course, that
the $25,913,531 Of school bank bal
ances are made UP of the pennies
carefully saved by American chill,
dren, but while each youthful bank
depositors had less than ten dollars
each in his school bank, the edu-l
cational values are not capable of
being computed,
Whatever it may be worth for
these children to grow up to lives
of thrift-these are the values that
may be placed on their school bank
balances.
1t is a matter for the greatest re-
joicing that our school savings
banks are growing so rapidly and
that thrift among the children of
this country is gaining such wide
spread popularity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
TIMBER RESERVES
ALASKAN PROBLEM
and RECLAMATION

Washington, Dec. 1-(AP)-Pro-
lection of the governments timber
lands, a revision of its reclamation
policy, and prompt and sympathetic
study by Congress of the Alaskan
problem, are the chief recommends
items contained in the annual report
of the Interior Department submit
ted to Congress today by Secretary
Work.
Administration of the department
during the past fiscal year was shown
to have cost s40,137.463 less than the
previous one, and savings of S82,635,-
$50 were effected in the last two
years.
Recommendations for measures to
protect the timber reserves were bas-
&c on the Secretary's prediction that
at the present rate of consumption
the country will soon be faced with
timber famine. and as a means Of
rehabilitating the governments re-
serves he urged Congress to revise
the Timber and Stone Act so that the
present government acreage would
remain intact for 10 years. This act,
which provides for the outright sale
of public timber land, was passed by
Congress almost so years ago-long
prior to the adoption of the national
forest policy.
Abuses have occurred in the past
lrder it's operation" Said the report,
and while subsequent measures to
prevent speculation and to obtain a
fair price for the timber sold by the
had been operated sue
ccssfully at the expense of the GOV
eminent, the method was not pre-:
serving the timber
LAS soon as it passes into private
ownership the report explained,
"the marketable timber is usually
cut and sold, young growth damaged,
and brush left as fire menace"
The section of the Timber and
Stone Act relating tc' timber was
said to be obsolete. and should, the
report asserted, be repealed. the
be continued.
Congress should authorize discon-
tinuing the sale of governmentown-
ed standing timber for ten-year
period. In Oregon, this plan would
defer temporarily the amount going
to the railroad and wagon road COM
panies and the counties from timber
not yet sold. The increased receipts
which would accrue from later hand
ling of the timber and resources
would. however. more than compen-
safe counties for this delay in dis
position"
Calling attention to the fact that
the reclamation fund, originally in
tended to revolve or be funded in
ten years. had not been funded in -
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
Chapman Questions
Procedure President
In Granting Pardon

New Haven, Conn, Dec. lap
Gerald Chapman, who has been
busy today aiding his counsel to pre-
pare his case to be presented to "A
second session of the federal court
to. be held at the state prison in
Wethersfield tomorrow morning,
aimed his attack at the president of
the United States, in a statmenet is
sued tonight through his counsel,
Joseph M. Freedman.
1T has been the immemorial prac-
tice of presidents" Chapman de-
clared. ito refuse pardons to appli-
cants who have other charges pend
ing against them. The power to
grand pardons and communications is
improperly, immorally, arbitrarily
used when said as in this instance"
1t was Chapmans second attack
on the act of the president. On the
day when he was reprieved by Cow
ernor Trumbull, Chapman said the
interest of the act (which gives to
the president commutive power is
that he shall use it when inspired by
good will and merciful intent towards
the recipient of it's favor and that its
privileges shall be gifts and not
punitive or inimical forces TO place
their lives and liberties in further
jeopardy"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
Seniors Win IntercIass Games

In the play off of the interclass
games at Gardiner high last night,
the seniors with Phillips and White
starring defeated the freshmen. Holt
and Scars played good games for the
losers. Although outplayed by the
sophomores, the juniors copied by
one point, ga, in the fastest game
of the series. This makes the juniors
class champions. Barnard and Cook
played well for the winners, ana
Hayes and Henderson for the losers.
Many favorable comments were
heard on the excellent team work of
the sophomore five, and some of
them should be seen on the varsity
five this year. Practice for the reg
alar team started Tuesday afternoon
Under the direction of Coach Nc
Einley
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
Evergreen Fair at Univcrsalist
Church

The Evergreen Fair to be held
Friday at the Universalist church
promises to be of the most popular
saffairs of the season. Elaborate
plans have been made and the chair
men of the various committees in
charge are working hard to com
|plete arrangements.
The usual tables. bearing cooked
food, candy. aprons, fancy work and
miscellaneous articles will be deco
rated and arranged about the ves-
TRY. In the evening a fine program
of entertainment has been arranged.
A feature of this will be a negro
quartet which will assist in the mu-
|sical numbers and many other spe-
|cialties are planned.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
Information Came to Lats

Small Boy Could Tell for Himself
When Locomotion Was Actua ny
in Progress
The Woman was going to Indiana
With her were a young man ard his
four year old son. The train had not
yet started.
Daddy, have we started?" hues-
toned the boy excitedly.
No, son, I'll tell you when we do
the father answered, and continued to
discuss with the Woman the un-
becoming length of the new dresses.
Are we going now, dad?" persisted
the child after a few seconds.
Not yet, Bob. I'll tell you when"
A few minutes later the trail began
to move. The father turned to his
son.
We've started now-sonny."
With an air of Indifference thechild
answered:
"Oh. Well. now 7 can tell by MYSELF
we're going. Journal
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

to state jurisdiction of Indian educa-
tional facilities is. in the SecreEiry's
belief, essentia, to the Indians swell
fare and progress.
Transfer of jurisdiction sover
smaller national parks, are nionu-
ments to the states in which athey
are located, and leaving to the fed
eral government those parks Z anil
monuments of interest to people o.
every state, also was urged.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Nahaumkeag Tribe of Red Men
Nas visited on Monday evening by
ihe Junior and Senior Sagamores
and Chief of Records of the Great
Council of Maine. Talks by the Wis
ting chiefs on the meaning of the
order and plans of work for Its ad-
antage were received by the mem
Iers with enthusiasm. 1t is expect
d that the plans for the, ensuing
Jear will increase the membership
and create a keener interest in the
weekly meetings. All members are
Urged to be present Monday evening
will be presented.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
Arrest Bobbed Girl
Bandit in Portland

Portland, Me-. Dec. 1-(AP)-Port-
lands youngest bobbed haired burg
lar, a girl barely IA, was ariested
with her two brothers, aged II and
16 years, tonight. All admittedstheir
part in robbing Mrs. Hattie E. Ises-
ers. 20, of her savings of more. than
5000.
that conditions have been unbeatable
at his home. With the loot. he hoped
to take the two younger children.
Verna, IA, and Eugene, H.. 10 IL
place where life would be more
pleasant.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
I, collie dog was saved from

collie dog was saved from a
cruel death Tuesday when after
watching the animals efforts to
swim in the ice filled Kennebec sew
eral men procured boat and went
out and rescued the animal. The
dog evidently walked out on the Ice,
and when he reached weak spot
It gave way underneath his weight,
and he, became exhausted by his
struggles in the icy water. 1t was a
grateful animal when brought to the
shore after his narrow escape from
a watery grave. The rescue was af-
fected at consideraNle risk, and the
river is frozen over nearly complete
" over.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Providence, r. l., Dec. lap
After conference here today between
Charles B. Copper. manager of the
Providence Steam Rollers; Edward Ri
ley. secretary of the Boston National
League club, and George Haylas, man
ager of the Chicago Bears, a game OF
professional football between the
Rollers and the Bears has been ar
ranged for December at Braves
Field, Boston. Harold Red" Grange.
sensation of this years intercollegiate
football season, will appear in tl.e
Bears lineup, according to the con-
tract. Among stars in the Rollers
lineup will be Fritz Pollard, former
all-American fullback at Brown Uni
versity. The game will be Oranges
only appearance in New England, Hay
las sad.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
WEEKS MILLS

Eva Haskell and Georgia Mcclellan
passed the Thanksgiving vacation at
the homes of their parents, Of this
place.
Mrs. Mable Morton of MONMOUTH
is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Floyd
Haskell for an indefinite period.
Mrs. Fred Gleason was visiting her
sister, Mrs. w. A. Morrell of Vassal-
boro and her mother, Mrs. II. j. Has
kell of China, Sunday.
Miss Georgia Mcclellan called on
Eva Haskell. Sunday.
Nell Haskell carried Eva Haskell
to her school in Mount Vernon,
Sunday afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
Loyal Temperance Legion
To Have Installation

There was an attendance of II
young boys and girls at the meeting
of the Loyal Temperance Legion held
Tuesday afternoon at the Y. NJ. C. A
building. Plans were made for the ex-
ercises in connection with the public
installation of officers which is to be
held at meeting in the near future.
Pledge cards were signed by the fol-
lowing: David White, Ellsworth Day,
Stewart Taylor. Donald Robinson. Ev-
erett Day, Harland Sawin, Josephine
Sawin, Beulah Bannon, Margaret
Young, Marjorie Day, Barbara Robin
son, Elizabeth White and Harriet Ste
yenS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
|P|MPLES |TCHED'
AND BURNED
Large and Red. Lasted Five
Weeks. Cuticura Healed.

My face began to itch and burn
and a lot Of pimples broke out.
The pimples were large and red
and scaled over. They itched and
burned so badly that ! scratched
my face, and it was disfgured for
while. The trouble lasted about
FIVE weeks.
81 read an advertisement for
Cuticura Soap and Ointment and
sent for a free sample. After using
it could see an improvement so
purchased more, which healed me"
(Signedl Miss Katherine Hayes,
$50 First ST., So. Boston, Mass.
Daily use Of Cuticura Soap, with
touches of Cuticura Ointment now
and then, keeps the skin fresh.
smooth and clear.
Soap Csc. Ointment % and Soc. Talcum &c; Sold
everywhere. Sample each free. AGREES
"Cuticura Laboratories Dept n. Maiden Mass
M- Cuticura Shaving Stick 25c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

The opening of the drawbridge for
the return trip of the tug Seguin
and barge will undoubtedly be the
last time this will be opened until
Spring. The tugboat came up the
river Tuesday morning, breaking
through the considerable amount of
ice that had formed, and went to
Augusta in order to secure the
barge. which otherwise would have
been frozen in for the winter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

In regard to the very important
letter which was sent out to a hum
dred business men of Gardiner "
the Gardiner Retail Me1 chants AS
ISOLATION only 20 have responded. 1t
is of vital Importance that each mer-
chant return his card to Secretary
f. A. Wise in order that the sug-
gested plans may he carried out.
Please return cards today.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Wednesday evening, Dec. 9th, viii
he installation and Past Command.
ers' night with Benjamin E. -Smitl
Post. No. A, American Legion. Al
this time the seven past command.
ers OF the Post will be presented
with badges. State Adjutant James
Bowie will be the principal speaker
of the evening and an attractive pro
gram has been arranged.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
Harvard Football
Opens with Geneva

Cambridge, iIass., Dec. 1.-(AP)-
Geneva College of Beaver Falls, Pa,
appears for the first time on the Har-
ward football schedule for next sea-
son. announced tonight by the Itar-
ward Athletic Association. The sched-
ule follows, all games except that
with Yale to be played here:
oct. a-Geneva.
Oct. 9-Holy Cross
Oct. 16-William and MARY
Oct. 23-Dartmouth.
Oct. 30-Tufts.
Nov. 6-Princeton.
Nov. 13-Brown.
Nov. 20-Yale at New Haven
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

The regular meeting of Danforth
Lodge, No. 179, n. e. o. P. will be
held wednesday evening, December
2. Roll call. entertainment and sup
per will be on the program. Speak
ers from out of town, including Fort
western. Kennebec, and Vaughan
Brook lodges are invited. All mem
hers are urged to make special ef-
fort to attend this meeting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
Decisive Wins
Feature Tuesday
Bowling Matches

The Phone Girls. Edwards and
Vickery & Hill each took three
point wins from their opponents in
the three matches rolled at the 'Y"
alleys last evening. Carr of the
Bankers took the individual honors
with high single of 80 and high
total of 261. The summary:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

nave changed their name since the
last election they must be re-regis-
tered In order to vote again. All
voters who are not sure of their en-
roliment should appear before the
board' and investigate their stand
ing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
Clerks Out in Front
In Bowling League

The following is the average Of
each of the bowling teams composing
the city bowling league. The Clerks
with an average of .70S are leading
the field. while the Miscellaneous team
through two recent reyerses have
dropped into fifth place.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

economic better
ment of the peo-
pie Of this coun-
try, and one Of
the most encour-
aging signs with
regard to prac-
teal educational
development is
the growth Of
our school saw
ings bank sys-
TEN.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Kingston Stevens. Charles Stevens,
Carlton Hallwtt. Allen Hallwt and
Everett Hinkley have returned from
q hunting trip in Northern Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

The Silent Ten club Will hold
Whist party at s O'Clock Thursday
&ening in ST. Joseph's hall for the
lenefit of the organ fund of st. Jo-
seDh's church.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Today is the last day of open ses-
don for the Board of Registratlon.
and the usual hours of session VII.
Ie observed. Women voters snouid
lear in mind the fact that IL they
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Every one should plan to attend
Chautauqua this year. The program
is unusually fine. Reports from other
towns where it has been given Prom
Use a treat. 1t opens December 4.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

The regular meeting OF the Amer
lean Legion Auxiliary will be held
Wednesday. A large attendance is
requested as plans will be made for
the Christmas Sale
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

A stated assembly of Adoniram
Council will be held Thursday eve
ming. Dec. 2. at 7.30 o'clock. Work:
Royal and Select Masters degree.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

T. C. Murphy. station agent. is
confined to his home by illness. Mr.
Desmond of Waterville is taking his
place at the NJ. C. X. L. depot.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Victories of Christian F'riendliness
in China is the topic of the meeting
at the Baptist chapel this evening
with the missionary committee as
leaders
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
LOCAL NOTICE

The Ladies Aid of the Highland
Avenue NJ. L. Church Annual Christ
mas Sale in church vestry, Dec. 3rd
and 4th. afternoon and evening.
Fancy and domestic articles. cooked
food. candy. etc. on sale. Thursday
evening a two act comedy, Listen
Ladies' Friday evening, musical
entertainment. Admission each eve
ming &c, dec1d3t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

The c. c. S. club will meet with
Mrs. S. w. Boyd, Winter street,
Thursday afternoon. y
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Mr.. and Mrs. Ernest Nickerson
have returned from a hunting trip
to the Lake.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
GARDINER

Chevrolet touring car went
over the banking on upper Water
street Tuesday and the car was con-
siderably damaged. The occupants
were unin iured.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Charles Lessor has returned to Port
land after a short stay in town. He
was called here by the death of David
Ii. Johnson.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
100000 CHILDREN NOW
IN b. S. SCHOOL BANKS
BY S. w. STRAUS,
President American Society for
Thrift.

WE cannot get away from the
w fact that, through education.
great strides are being made in the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Crand Army Hall. Nomination of
officers for the year 1926 will take
place, also a muster-in of recruits
and other business of importance and
q large attendance is requested.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

A daughter was born recently to
Mr.. and Mrs. Peter Dupont, lower
Water street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Mr.. and Mrs. Kenneth Fuller have
returned to Auburn after a short
visit in town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

The jolly Dozen Club of Randolph
will meet with Mrs. Bert McFadden,
Windsor street. Thursday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Richard CareS has returned from
Bowdoinham, where he visited his
aunt, Mrs. Philip Rideout.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Ernest Smith has gone back to
his employment in Belfast after a
short visit at his home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Miss Queenie Carbino has return
ed to her studies at Gorham Normal
school,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Dry hardwood for sale, fitted. "a
a load: slab wood, 81; edSings. ".
Tel, COR. Gardiner. nov2Sd6t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Alton Keene has returned from a
short visit in Lewiston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Mrs. John Harrington is critically
i'll at her home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

l.. Bradstreet and daughter Miss
Claridel are to pass the winter in
California.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Ralph Davis has returned from a
visit in Lynn
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
HALLOWELL

William Fl. Cole has employment at
the Quarries, Granite Hill.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Seasoned hardwood 4 IT. s12 deliver
ed in Gardiner. Tel. $50. Oct14eodtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02
MEMBER OF MAINE PRISON
COMMISSION DEFENDS PLAN
IN Effect AT THOMASTON
AUGUSTA LOCALS

Calanthe Lodge, knights of Pythias,
NO. 81. will work the rank of Squire
Wednesday evening at o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

The Miriam Circle will hold it's
monthly business meeting and social
on Thursday. Dec. 8. instead of on
Thursday. Dec. 10, with Mrs. c. A.
Day, Il High street. at $50
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

William Taylor of Portland was
in town yesterday on business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Frank Dyer of Portland was in
town recently on business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1925-12-02

Mrs. Norman Gray and son
Charles are visiting in Waldoboro.
The Winslow mail., 1925-01-23
STREET SURFACING

pOAD surfacing has now been COM
pleted from the end of the bituli-
thic pavement on West Second street
to the county line, a distance in all
of about three miles The material
for surfacing was taken from the
gravel pit a mile or more northwest
of town
1t is plesure to drive over the new
road. In every respect it is equal to
the finest boulevard, and is as good
as the old road was bad, which is
saying lot.
A great many people have taken
the short drive over the completed
road, and some have gone as far as
possible over the unfinished grade of
the highway toward Canyon Diablo.
They find road of the finest type in
process of construction and are i'm
patiently awaiting the day when the
entire road shall be completed through
to Flagstaff.
The city's streets can we'll be sur
faced with the same material, as there