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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
HOWELL PROTESTS
AS CAPE Cod CANAL
HEARING IS CLOSED

Washington. June 1s.-P-Hear-
ings on the House rivers and harbors
bill were concluded late today by the
Senate commerce commission, which
hopes to complete consideration in ex-
ecutive session tomorrow and to re-
port the measure early next week.
Working strenuously to obtain Sen
ate action before adjournment, tenta-
lively set for June 80. the committee
devoted two long sessions today. after
four night sessions this week. to the
completion of arguments on the highly
controversial Illinois waterway and
concluded hearing arguments for and
against government purchase Of the
Cape Cod Canal for $11,500.000.
Senator Howell, Republican, Nebras-
ka, voiced opposition to the Cape Cod
purchase. He declared the canal COM
pany is 'hopelessly bankrupt" and that
eventually, with interest and repair
charges, the transaction would involve
the expenditure of approximately $780,
100000.
over the objection of Senator Fer
nald, Republican. Maine, proponent of
the purchase, Senator Howell was per-
mitted to question II. p. Wilson, vice
president of the canal corporation, re-
garding its receipts and expenditures
in recent years. Senator Fernald ar
gued that Senator Howell should pre-
sent his testimony without calling
upon those who favor the purchase.
Wilson and Captain H. L. Colbeth,
superintendent of the canal company,
declared the camel had not been
starved" as regards maintenance ex-
penditures and that it had not de-
Perforated appreciably.
Senator Howell said that the camel,
while under government operation
during the war, had caused a deficit
of $1,732,000 and that the proposal is
"a lemon these gentlemen have, and
now they propose to land on the
United States for $13,000,000."
He asked for additional time to-
morrow to present a statement re-
garding the finances of the company
and the condition of the camel. The
committee, however, stood by its de-
cision to close the hearings today,
but decided that the Nebraska sena-
tor might submit the statement in
writing.
Senator Willis, Republican, Ohio,
remarked that sit will not be read,
and Senator Howell might just as
well take that statement and mail it
to Timbuctoo."
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
Swedish Royal Pair
Visit Historic Spots
At SeacOast Towns

Boston, June Is. - UP - Crown
Prince Gustavus Adolphus and
Princess Louise of Sweden went ex-
ploring today in old New England
seacoast towns whose names are
linked with earliest colonial history
and American literature. They mo-
tored to historic Salem, where
witches were hanged in by-gone
days. They examined 18th century
home in West Newbury. Continuing
to Portsmouth, N. H., they inspected
the mansion of New Hampshire's
first colonial governor. On their way
back to Pride's Crossing, which they
left in the morning. they visited
Cape Ann and Gloucester, pictur-
esque port of fishermen.
The trip was almost wholly pri-
vate affair although residents of the
cities and towns gathered here and
there to watch the royal visitors,
who posed at different times for
amatur photographers. They were
apparently refreshed and well rest
ed from the crowded schedule con-
Guided Thursday in Worcester.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
McNary Farm Bill
Proponents Plan to
Get Vote Next Week

Washington, June 1s-(P-Failing
in another attempt to fix a time for
a vote. managers of the McNary farm
bill sat back today to wait for debate
in the senate to wear itself out.
Senator McNary, Republican, Ore
gon, pilot of the measure, realizing
the discussion was getting out of
hand and that 1t would be futile to
attempt to get a vote this week as
planned, sought to get unanimous
consent for roll call early next
week.
The negotiations ended after thirty
minutes of dickering when Senator
Robinson, the Democratic leader, de-
clared, Let them talk; maybe they
will get through some time"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19

Const tamil n ople, June 1872
Mustaph Kemal Pasha, president of
Turkey. narrowly escaped death at
the hands of plotters on his arrival at
Smyrna today. A number Of persons
were arrested, among them two
prominent Turks. Police seized weap-
ons and bombs.
A special tribunal has already
reached Smyrna and begun prelimi-
nary Investigations. The govern
ment announced the conspirators
have confessed.
Zia Hourahid, one of the men ar
rested, is a leader in the territory
bordering on the Black Sea, which is
the center of the strongest opposition
to President Renal, and where the
movement against modernist reforms
in Turkey began last year. The for
mer deputy from Erzerum was also
arrested.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19

Especial to the Kennebec JournaD
Auburn. June 18.-In his address
here today Major Thayer reiterated
and enlarged upon his criticism Of
of Governor Brewster. In his OPEN
ing he thanked the press for their
treatment Of his public utterances
and the Federation of Labor for the
resolution in regard to his candi-
dacy. He then turned his attention
to his opponent, reviewing official
acts and quoting the following let
ter, dated Sept. IS, 1924, in response
to the one he wrote within "a hours
after Mr.. Brewster was declared
elected:
"Major Arthur L. Thayer,
Bangor, Maine.
My dear Major:
1 have your kind letter Of Septem-
Der 9th and appreciate your assur-
ance of support in the days that are
ahead. l can quite understand the
considerations which have governed
you in the troublous days through
which we have passed.
Very sincerely yours,
RALPH o. BREWSTER"
At that time the fact I did not
vote for Mr.. Brewster did not seem
to be such an objectionable political
offense. AS a state official I did CO.
operate with his administration to
Continued on Page 10-Col. 81
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
Offer $1,000 Reward
In Strike BOmbings

Passaic, N. J., June 1S-(P)-A re-
ward of $1,000 for information lead
ing to the capture of any person re-
sponsible for the bombings in the
strike area, was offered today by a
group of mills affected by the 81
weeks strike.
Since the beginning Of the strike
seven bombs have exploded at the
homes of workers.
The bombs destroyed porches, blew
in windows but did not cause person.
al injury.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
Catholic Cardinals
Welcomed to u. S.
By Secretary of Labor

Chicago, June 1S-(By The Asso-
ciated Press)-The gaily bedecked
colosseum that has housed many
uproarious political conventions to-
night gave place to gathering of
Catholic Churchmen representing
nearly every country in the world.
The gathering represented not
only civic welcome but also gave
GREETINGS from the state and nation to
the legate of Pope Pious XII and
other distinguished princes Of the
church here to attend the Eucharistic
Congreshs. Seating capacity was ex-
banded to accommodate $4,000 per-
sons.
Addresses of welcome were pre-
scented by representatives of the city,
county, state, and Secretary of Labor
Davis presented the greetings of
President Coolidge. Samuel insult ex-
tended welcome in behalf of the non
Catholic groups of the municipality.
The meeting was presided over by
David F. Kelly, a Knight Commander
of the Knights. of st. Gregory.
Il bring you the greetings of the
President of the United States" Sec
rotary Davis said. Il extend the
welcome of the Republic"
WINCH a 6OuISt from all
parts of the world leave thier homes
and vocations behind them for the
purpose of making pilgrimage of
the extraordinary character which is
now being witnessed in this city, it
Is proof. If proof be needed, that re-
| ligion is neither lead nor moribund
in the heart of man."
Cardinal Bonzano in his response,
spoke in part:
AT this time, in the name of His
Holiness, Plus XI, in the name of
Cardinal Mundelein, and in the name
of all the Catholics of the world,
from the depth of my grateful soul,
thank Your Excellency, Your
Honor, and through you the other
officials of the state and city, and
your fellow ciizens, for this express
sion of esteem. which will gladden.
tn eheart of the sovereign pontiff. that
venerable man to whom more than
SO0,0O0.000 of people look with vene-
ration to as father and teacher"
Mayor William E. Dever was
spokesman for the city, and Cover
nor Len Small babe the prelates well
come in the name of Illinois.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
Macmillan Off Today to
Study Morse Ruins Arctic
Schooner Bowdoin And Sachem
Will Sail From Wiscassett-
Personnel of Crew Includes
Five Veterans of the Far
NOrth-Kenneth Rawson. Is.
and Two Other Youths Will
Make Trip

Wiscasset. Me-. June 1s-(P)-Com-
mander Donald B. Macmillan tonight
announced the personnel Of the ex-
petition which will sale from here
tomorrow on the schooners Bwdoin
and Sachem III, under his command
to study the Morse ruins in Labrador
and Greenland and to collect speci-
mems for the Field Museum of Ma
tional History of Chicago.
Besides Commander Macmillan, the
crew Of his schooner Bowdoin will in
clude five veterans of last years Arc
tic voyage. They are: Ralph H. Rob-
inson of Merimac, Mass, MacMillan's
chief assistant; John NJ. Jaynes OF
Somerville, Mass, engineer; Paul
Continued on Page 3-Col. y
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
Portland Firm Buys
Trolley Line for Junk

PORTSMOUTH, n. H, June 18.-(P)-
The Exeter, Hampden & Amesbury ST.
Ry.. 26-mile road owned since 1920
by the town of Hampden, was sold at
auction for junk today to the firm Of
Perry. Buxton & Doane of Portland,
Maine. The purchase price was $780,
800 and the lowest bid was $4,000,
by Walter w. Davis of Melrose. Mass.
The buyers may take only the rails
and copper, the land, rolling stock and
buildings being excepted from the sale.
The bidders included persons from
Lowell, Lawrence. Newburyport and
Chelsea, Mass, Amesbury, N. H., Port
land and New York.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
Congress Plans
To Adjourn on 3Oth

Washington, June 1S.-[P-- The
date for adjournment of congress
was changed today by Republican
leaders from June 26 to June 80
with varying explanations of the
reason.
On the house side 1t was said adj
ditional time would be REQUIRED for
consideration of the second deficien-
cy bill which will carry funds for
beginning work this summer Of q
number of post offices and buildings
throughout the country.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
Workers Overcome
By Escaping Gas

Boston, June 1S-(P)-Scores of
workers in offices of the Boston fin
ancial district were made i'll and two
women were overcome when a gas
main in State street burst today. The
wave of Illuminating gas swept into
a lunchroom and two mattresses
were overcome and had to receive
treatment. The sickening fumes fill
ed the offices Of the American Trust
Company. Men and women working
in offices from 80 to 60 State street
were affected as the gas rose pervad-
ing the buildings. 1t was two hours
before workben found the break and
shut off the gas. The cause of the
break was not determined.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
Seek Source of
SPURIOUS Letter

Washington, June 18.-tH)-TurninE
side temporarily from the political
ftylties Of the Anti-Saloon League.
n. Senate campaign fund committee
received evidence today of an addi-
tIonal expenditure of approximately
t,l5OOO on behalf Of the Pepper-Fish-
q coalition ticket in the recent Penn
glvania Republican primary.
While these expenses were being in
,ured into, the committee made side
ercursion in O. vain effort to trace to
lis origin spurious letter published
BY the Pepper-Fisher committee in
western Pennsylvania over the sigma
ture Of President William Green of the
American Federation of Labor, endors-
big John S. Fisher for governor.
While succession Of witnesses pa
aded to the state, Wayne B. Wheeler
at for six hours waiting to be re-
called for continuation of encoun-
ter with Senator Reed, Democrat. Mis-
souri,, the chairman. After the COM
mttee adjourned for the day the Anti
Saloon League counsel was informed
that he would be heard again tomor-
nw.
Determined to get at the full
amount Of money spent in the Penn
|sylvania primary, the committee
called for estimates for taking pho
iOstatic copies of all returns from
county as well as divisional commit
tees made to the secretary of state
Of Pennsylvania. If this estimate is
too high the committee will either
20 to Harrisburg or send a repre-
sentative to examine the returns.
The spurious letter published by
The western committee over Green's
Signature was brought to the atten-
lOn OF the committee by Senator La
Toilette, Republican, Wisconsin, and
sth Taylor and Wood as we'll as
EDWARD F. McGrady, legislative
agent Of the labor federation, were
Questioned about it.
McGrady, who was sent to Pitts
ergh by President Green .to inves-
lgate said William Tunstall, a
Nfher labor leader, had told him he
lad written a letter with the ident-
al language to President Green
sna sent copy of it to'the Pepper
FISHER headquarters. McGrady quot
q Tunstall as saying that there
eieens signature had been substi-
uled for his own and Woods name
substituted for that of Green at the
head Of the letter.
taylor knew nothing about the
pSolcation Of the letter but Wood
nn he had caused an investigation
eoe made but had been, unable to
@certain how the document came to
S planted with the committee.
u. .as only copy he could find in the
. as. He expressed regret over its
laoilcation by his committee.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
ATTENTION
Falling Arches

For aching Limbs, weak or nat Feet,
wear Flexible Featherweight Arch
Supports, which we make to order
only, from cast Of the foot In COR
rected position. Worn in any shoe.
Positive comfort at once. Many con-
tinue to suffer from foot troubles
through trying such make shifts as
ready-made arch supports or so-called
corrective shoes which cannot At
properly the vastly different shapes
Of feet; may as well wear ready made
eyeglasses or false teeth. Call at
Room 10, Purinton Block, Augusta,
on and after Saturday, June 10; hours
to l2 ana to s; open Tues, Thurs.
consult with Ms. A. =. Thsrrisn.
1n1 9d3t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
President Coolidge
May Attend Annual
Session of Grange

Portland, Me-, June 1S-(P)-Presis
dent Calvin Coolidge Is expected to
attend the session of the National
Grange, which will be held In this
city from Nov. 10 to 49,
Members of the Grange at South
Paris were informed in an address by
Charles NJ. Gardner. of Springfield,
Mass, high priest of Demeter in the
national organization, that he had
accepted an invitation to be present.
This was extended by the national
grange officers as soon as Portland
was selected for the meeting place,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
Law and Order is
Stand Governor
At Augusta Rally

Also Stresses Party Alignment; Sees Need of
Maine Republicans Heartening Party Fol-
lowers in Other States-TOuches on Finan-
ces of State and Progress of Publicity Plans
Mrs Althea G. Quimby in Strong Plea for
Law Enforcement = State Senator Hinckley
in Warm Endorsement of Governors Can
didacy-Good Crowd in Attendance i
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19

Some 700 people with about an
even division of men and women
were assembled in the auditorium of
Augusta City hall Friday evening to
hear the addresses by Governor
Ralph o. Brewster, Senator Freder-
lex w. Hinckley of South Portland
and Mrs. Althea G.. Quimby of
North Turner. The meeting was un-
der the auspices Of the Augusta
Continued on Page 3-coI. 81
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
.,eounts Filed at Har-
risburg Boost Ex-
npnditures Close to
100000 M a rk
ONLY One County Or
canization Has Com
pleted TabulatiOn of
Funds

harrisburg, Pa, June 1s.-P)-Ex-
,.,.ss Of the Republican primary in
o.,,svlvania last month approached
a. $4,000, 900 mark in figures compiled
~, today from accounts filed with
a, state bureau of elections.
rsA senatorial contest in which Con-
,,.ssman William S. Ware defeated
s.,,tor George Wharton Pepper and
rovsrnor Pinchot showed a total close
/. r5OO.0O0 with the computation in
Continued on Page 3-col. 81
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
General Forecast

The disturbance that was north
east of Lake Superior Thursday
night has advanced eastward to the
mouth of the st. Lawrence river,
Father Point 1884, with a trough
extending southwark to Long Island.
The outlook is for mostly fair
weather Saturday and Sunday IN the
states east of thel Mississippi river.
1t will be slightly cooler on Saturday
in the middle Atlantic states and the
ohio valley and in the interior OF
northern New England.
Winds north of Sandy Hook
Fresh possibly strong southwest
winds; weather partly overcast with
showers Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
Presidents Vacation
Begins i'm Early JULY

Washington, June 1S-P)-While
President Coolidge has not definitely
determined when he will go to the
Adirondacks this summer, he expects
to return to Washington after deliv-
ering an address in Philadelphia
July 5. 1t is expected he will leave
for northern New York a few days
thereafter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
Favor Mail Ban
Pistols and RevOlvers

Washington. June 18.-(P)- The
senate postoffice committee today
favorably reported the house bill
which would bar from the mails
pistols and revolvers and other con-
cealable firearms. A penalty of
$1,000 fine or ten years imprison-
ment Is provided
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
Bates Mill, Lewiston,
To Close Week Jly. $40

Lewiston, Me-, June 1S-(P1-The
entire plant of the Bates Manufac-
turing Company will be closed for the
week July $40, according to notices
posted in the mill today. 1t was ex-
planned that suspension of work at
this season has been customary in
recent years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
Maine Central to
Operate Line from
Bath to WOOIWich

W. Washington. June 1S-P)-The
@sae Central Railroad has been au-
= EvllAed by the Interstate Commerce
e.I nisslon to operate a line from
Ssa 70 Woolwich over the Kennebec
A"et IN Sagadahoc county. Me.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
Killed by Auto When
He Steps from Trolley

Grasmere, N. H., June 1s-(P)-
John Chase, 20, of Grasmere, was in
stantly killed tonight when he step
ped off an electric car in front Of
an automobile driven by Helen Shook
Of Goffstown.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
RAIN HALTS FIRE
IN QUEBEC TOWN

Matapedia, Quebec, June 1S.-(P)-
Fifteen houses and other buildings, in
Guiding the principal stores here and
tho Restigouche Hotel, were destroyed
by fire today. A downpour of rain
prevented further spread of the fire.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
THE WEATHER
FAIR

Northern New England-Fair Sat-
urday, except showers in eastern
Maine; slightly cooler in New Hamp-
shire and Vermont; Sunday fair.
Southern New England - Fair,
slightly cooler in northern Massa-
chusetts Saturday; Sunday fair.
Eastern New York-Fair, Slightly
cooler in south portion Saturday;
Sunday fair.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19

A flood of statements followed
Wayne B. Wheelers listing of men,
bers of congress. who made prohi-
bition speeches for pay.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19

Friends Of the McNary farm bill
decided to support it in its present
form; Senator McNary sought an
agreement for vote next week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
Governor Not Fair With
People, Thayer Charges

Bangor Candidate for Republic
can Nomination for Govern
or Speaker at Auburn-As-
serts Gov. Brewster Does
Not Tell People the Whole
Truth-One of Reasons Why
Will Not Vote for or Support
Him-Alludes to Ku Klux
Phase Of Campaign
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19

President Coolidge saw little for
this government to do at present in
the Tacna AFRICA dispute; the Chill
can ambassador and Secretary KEEL
logg conferred.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19

Course of the senate campaign
fund investigating committee swung
back to the recent Pennsylvania
primary.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
Boston Forecast

Boston Forecast
Forecast for Boston and vicinity
Saturday fair and slightly cooler;
Sunday fair. Moderate northwest
winds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-19
The Day in Washington

set for June 80 instead Of June 26.
Debate on projects in the rivers
and harbors bill continued in the
senate commerce committee.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-06
LARGE CROWD AT
ONLY DAY OF FAIR
AT LITCHFIELD

Litchfleld, Oct. 5-A crowd estimat-
ed at between 1900 and $500 people
attended the fair here today. The
crowd began streaming through the
gates early in the morning and stay
ed throughout the day. The stock ex-
h1bit was large and was declared by
many to have been the best in the
history of the fair.
A baseball game in the afternoon
between two local teams, Litchfield
Academy and the Alumni resulted in
victory for the Academy team. AL
though there was no midway. there
were many faltirs on the ground and
they all appar ,tly did a good busi-
ness.
Amesbury-W White of Gardiner and
Wakefield McNaughton, also of
Gardiner had attractive exhibits in
the building. Their exhibits included
stoves and heating appliances and
attracted considerable attention.
The Grange, the Sons of Veterans,
the of V. Auxiliary and Litchfield
Academy each did rushing business
and reported a very profitable day.
Cars bearing registration plates from
California and several other western
states were parked on the grounds.
The list of premiums will be an
nounced in later issue.
Drew's band of Waterville furnish
ed music for the occasion.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-06
Legion Auxiliary
Has Installation
Of New Corps Officers

a special meeting Of the American
Legion Auxiliary was called Tuesday
night to install the following officers
for the following year:
President, Mrs. Barbara Merrill; vice
president Mrs. Lura Messer; second
vice president, Mrs. Amy Elwell; sec
rotary, Mrs. Jennie NJ, Jackson; treas
urer, Mrs. Floy Merrill; chaplain. Mrs.
Alice Chase; historian, Mrs. Gladys
Sampson; sergeant at arms, Miss Geor-
gle Metcalf.
Executive committee. Mrs. Myra
Soule, Mrs. Sadie Metcalf, Miss Eliza
beth HILL
Mrs. Marietta Greenlaw, district
committeewoman OF the third district,
very ably installed the officers. Fol-
lowing the ceremony Mrs. Greenlaw
gave an address regarding the COM
ing Philadelphia convention, and other
topics of interest to the auxiliary.
Mrs. Weber, the retiring president,
was presented with a past president
badge by Mrs. Barbara Merrill. the
incoming president.
Following the business session an
interesting program was enjoyed. HUI
morous readings by Mrs. Hazel Bag
ley and Miss Blanche Dutton; solo
dance by Lillian MacAllister; piano
solo by Miss Catherine Nlarden and
vocal solo by Miss Aileen Perry.
Delicious refreshments were served
by the outgoing officers.