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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
York Municipal
Officers Seek Word
On Certain Town WAY

The municipal officers Of the Town
of York filed an application on June
1, 1926, with the Public Utilities Com
mission asking the Commission to de-
termine whether q certain town way,
as laid out by the Selectmen Of York.
should be permitted to cross the track
of the York Harbor and Beach Rail
road Company at point described
in said application, the manner and
condition of crossing, and to deter
mine by whom the expense of build
ing and maintaining so much of the
way as Is within the limits of the
railroad company shall be borne.
The selectmen of York on May
18th, 1926 on petition of Justin
Adams and others laid out a town
way beginning at Acorn avenue,
crossing the track Of the railroad at
Oceanside station and extending to
York street which is the State road
along the ocean front. The proposed
way if built would pass through the
station platform. This way was ac-
cepted by the town at a town meet
ing held on May goth of this year.
Traffic on the railroad at present is
very light, consisting of freight SER
vice three days week. and the sta
tioH IIleHliOHeu has not Deen USED fOf
station purposes for the past three
years. 1t was stated at the hearing
that the railroad company proposed
to file an application with the Inter-
state Commerce Commission asking
for permission to discontinue the op-
GRAFTON of this road. 1t has since de-
veloped that such an application has
already been filed. The Public Util-
tiles Commission states that II the
railroad Is not to be so discontinued
the proposed way would interfere
with its operation at this place in
event the station was opened for
use.
In dismissing the application, the
Commissioners state: 'Tduna road,
which is a private way but in fact is
used by the public, crosses the rail-
road track a few rods westerly from
the proposed crossing. If the pro-
posed way be built two grade cross
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
Seek Widening
Crossing M. c. r. r.
Underpass at Auburn

Alteration and widening Of the
crossing at the underpass. so-called,
located between Auburn and Danville
Junction where the Rumford branch
of the Maine Central Railroad crosses
the Maine State highway is sought
in a petition filed with the Public
Utilities Commission by Mayor Fred
r. Walton Of Auburn, and the men,
bers of the City Council, Frank l..
McGibbon, Fred P. Taylor, Lloyd Nc
Fadden. Everett B. Gilman and Hec-
tor o. Lafayette.
The Public Utilities Commission
has ordered hearing to be held on
this matter at 10 A. M. Tuesday,
Oct. 8. at the Common Council rooms,
Auburn.
The petitioners represent that this
crossing is menace to life and
property because Of its narrow width
and It's dangerous location at turn
of the highway: that many accidents
have occurred there in the past and
are occurring at an increasing rate
because of the increasing traffic con-
ditions: that this underpass is one
of the most dangerous points on our
State highway because it is located
at turn in the highway with view
Of the road DISTRACTED.
THE underpass," the petitioners
continue" is not sufficiently wide for
cars to pass this point and we be-
lieve that public safety requires an
alteration and widening of this cross
ing 1t is therefore deemed eXpedient
and necessary by the City Council
of Auburn that immediate action
should be taken to widen this pass
sufficiently to eliminate the now
existing dangers to the travelling
public"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
ADJUSTMENTS
OPERA HOUSE
Last Times Today
Gloria Swanson's New Role That OF
Burlesoue Chlorine

In Fine Manners" her latest
Paramount starring production, Clio
ria Swanson adds still another char
acterzation to her large gallery OF
interesting screen portraits.
Gloria ventures into field entire
" foreign to anything she's ever be-
fore attempted. Fine Manners
finds the star enacting the part OF
little burlesquc chorus girl.
Pretty, vivacious. happy. and fun
of the JOY of living, she attracts the
attention of n wealthy young So
ciety man. He falls in love with her
because of the girls naturalnesS, so
conspicuously absent in the debu-
tantes he knows.
What happens when she is in
duced to take a course in Fine
Manners" provides the audience
with a series OF thrilling climaxes,
and more than a few laughs. Gloria
Is better than ever and aiding the
star in her efforts are such fine play
ers rs Eugene O'Brien, Helen Dun
bar and Walter Goss.
Fine Manners" will be shown for
the last times today. James Ash
more Creelman and Frank Vreeland
are credited with the story. Richard
RoSScn directed.
The companion feature is George
Walsh in The Kick of" Mr..
Walsh is virile and attractive hero
and the supporting cast Is well
chosen.
There are some happy comedy
touches throughout the production
and the football sequences are well
done.
Pathe review and fables will be
found on the same bill-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
WAYNE

NORTH-Tr. and Mrs. E. C. Lock
and daughters were guests of Mr..
and Mrs. NJ. NJ. Soule, Sunday.
Clarence Libby has returned to
the U. Of NJ, at Orono for the school
year.
Laird Manter OF Clinton, Mass.
who has been staying at the family
home this summer. has gone to
Orono to attend the University of
Maine.
Mrs. Maurice Policy and two lit
tie children are att the home of her
sister-i n-law,. Mr.. and Mrs. Charles
Wright, for a time.
Miss Mildred Polly and brother,
Ralph Of Litchfield were guests. Sun
day at the home of their sister, Mr..
and Mrs. Charles Wright.
Mr. and Mrs Guy Campbell of
Pennington, Mr.. and Mrs. A. A.
Campbell of Fayette and Mrs. HeIton
Hewey and daughter went to Gam
neston Park at Augusta. Sunday,
where they enjoyed a pleasant time
and a picnic dinner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23

r. Allen of Belfast, who was granted
q conditional license.
Case of Jerry Blair Of lewiston
charged with reckless driving. HIS
right to operate motor vehicle was
suspended indefinitely.
Case of Albany Blanchette OF Au-
burn, who was charged with gong
away without stopping after causing
damage to property. This case was
continued.
The license Of John A. Darlington
of Providence, II. l., who had been
convicted of reckless driving, was
suspended indefinitely.
The right to operate motor vehicles
of Clyde Christie of Bergenfleld, n
]. was suspended indefinitely. he
having been charged with going on
without stopping after an accident.
The case of Morris Dostie OF VIM
throp, charged with reckless driving
was ordered continued.
John d. Geneva OF Watertown,
Mass, who was charged with reck-
less operation of a motor vehicle.
also had his license suspended in
definitely
L. w. Hopkins of Belgrade, charg-
ed with operating a motor vehicle
while under the influence OF intoxi :
eating liquor, was granted a condi-
tional license after his petition had
been given careful consideration.
Arley Kew Of Jackman. charged
with reckless operation Of motor
vehicle had his case continued in
definitely.
Hector A. Normand of Lewiston,
charged with not being proper per-
son to operate motor vehicles. had
his license suspended indefinitely
A conditional license was issued to
C. C. Willett OF Caribou, after con-
sideration of his petition for restor =
alton of the right to operate. HIS
license was revoked apout year ago
for driving while intoxicated.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
State House Clerk
Pleased with Her
Trip to Exposition

Miss Eleanor Sager, one Of the
clerks in the offices OF the State
Highway Department. returned the
first Of this week from the Sesqui-
Centennial Exposition at Philadel-
phia, where she has been passing
weeks vacation.
Miss Sager reports that the Expo
sition proved very interesting. She
was particularly impressed with the
exhibits at the Wanamaker Store,
where Mr. Wanamaker IS showing a
splendid collection Of oil paintings
from his own private collection, re
puted as being among the finest and
most extensive in this country. The
Egyptian Room in Wanamakers was
very wonderful. containing fine
collection of material which was I'M
earthed by scientists delving in the
ruins there" said Miss Sager. She
also mentioned that the Wanamaker
store now boasts three orchestras,
one Of ladies. one of white employees
and one of negro employees. all
members of the stores personnel. be
side the two large pipe organs. fam
Gus among radio fans all over the
country.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
THORNDIKE

Mr.. and Mrs. A. r. Murch passed
Sunday in Pittsfield, the guests of Ed
mund Murch and family.
Mr.. and Mrs. George Bragdon re-
turned home Friday from a visit in
Massachusetts,
Mr.. and Mrs. Ralph Arey have re-
turned home from several weeks stay
in Belfast.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fl. \. Harmon and
children and Mr.. and Mrs. James
Tweedie motored to Bar Harbor Sum
day.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Hogan. Mr.. and
Mrs. Ambrose Dean, Mr.. and Mrs.
Oscar Tweedie and son Earle motored
to Damariscotta Sunday.
Mrs. Emma Fletcher is visiting her
daughter, Mrs. Lewis Hogan at Port
land.
Many from here went to Skowhegan
to the fair the past week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Kenneth Wood and
little daughter have moved into John
Wards rent over the market.
Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Bartlett had a
family gathering at Brawn's Landing
on Lake Sebasticook Sunday. In the
party were all their children, Mr.. and
Mrs. Harry Walker. Mr.. and Mrs. Ray
Cross. Mr.. and Mrs. Donald Bartlett.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
J. Blaine Morrison. who shares his

]. Blaine Morrison. who shares his
Office.
Mrs. Leroy c. Goodwin and Mrs.
Nellie Bradford have returned from
an automobile trip through the White
Mountains.
The Woman's Alliance OF the
Unitarian church net Tuesday after
noon at 2.30 o'clock. with a good at
tendance. Important business was
discussed.
DR.. Elmer J. Marston OF Boston
passed the week end with his mother,
Mrs. Miranda Marston.
James w. Patterson and wife OF
Long Beach, Cal, are guests OF MI
and Mrs. Byron NJ. Small.
There will be meeting OF John +.
Appleton post, G. A. r., Saturday
afternoon, in Grand Army hall, Tor
the purpose OF electing commander
10 fll the vacancy caused by the
death Of Alonzo Sylvester, who held
that Office.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
Game Wardens
Report Prosecutions

c. w. Carney, deputy warden at
Bradley, reports case Of State VS..
William Holt of Oft Town for shoot
ing ducks on Sunday. This case was
taken before the Old Town municipal
court, Sept. 20. The defendant was
sdiudged guilty and sentenced to pay
q fine of SO and costs taxed at $S.l5.
On the same day before the same
eourt, two other cases were taken up
for same offense, they being Mcclellan
Lantell and Lawrence Holt, both of
Old Town. A fine of $40 and costs
taxed at $3.50 we're imposed in each
case.
John E. Jackson, deputy warden
at Jackman, reports case of State VS..
Joseph Parent of lockwood, for fish
ing in closed waters Sept. 10. This
case was taken before Herman w.
Holden. trial justice at Moose River
Sept. 90. The defendant was adjudged
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23

ings within q few rods Of each other
will be in actual use. Such a condi-
ton would undoubtedly create an adj
ditional hazard in the operation of
the railroad. which in our opinion
would outweigh the comparatively
small advantage which the new way
would afford. If the railroad con-
tinues to operate, this crossing ought
not, in our opinion. to be permitted.
IL he railroad be abandoned. no rail-
road crossing will exist, and the
question OF the location Of the way
then becomes one entirely for the
consideration OF the local authorities.
Having fully considered the evidence
offered and having given this matter
our careful consideration. we are OF
the opinion that the pending applica-
ton should be dismissed"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
COm'r. Spencer's
Son Writes of the
Hurricane at Miami

Alfred r. Spencer, eldest son of
State Insurance Commissioner, Will
bur D. Spencer of Augusta. wrote
from Miami Saturday afternoon, Il
have seen something not many people
would wish to sec. l hope l do not
see any such thing again"
"There were six hurricanes from
the north and then one from the
south"
at is an awful sight around here.
The owner of the house where | live
came to see If ii was all right. He
said that his dwelling was blown
away
Lots of house tops were taken off
and the water came up into the
streets-in some places two feet deep.
There will be a lot of damage"
paul and I had hard time to get
home. We were almost blown away
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
MADISON
Sylvester. plun-.

A quiet wedding was so-s,,.,
Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clocE !. =
home Of Mr.. and Mrs. Charls. o.: y
mer on Mt Pleasant avenus e. IN
hogan, by Rev. Charles r ~
hiney. pastor OF the Madlso, az, ~
gregational church, when MI, 'O !,
Evelyn Plummer was united T.
riage to Roy Alton sylyes,s, 80 ).
meFly Of Skowhegan but M. W,
Washington, D. c.
Miss Plummer IS dentist s,.
to DR.. F. o. Sawyer and /, =.
popular with a wide circle 4, :.
quaintances including the 80
set. Mr.. Sylvester Is a post 49,
inspector for five southeastern e.
with headquarters at Wash,ns..a
After a brief honeymoon Mr. =.
vester will remain at home n, \,
present. The impressive doubla =
service was used and the csrsr...
was witnessed only by the merr5.l
Of the immediate families.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
New Corporation

Certificate OF incorporation of Bireh
villa Inn, organized at South Paris
was approved yesterday at the ONCE
OF the attorney general. The purpose
of 1.-THE new corporation is to carry on
n general business of running summer
Camp or hotel: capital stock, SoO,OOo'
of which $4,000 Is common and $l5'-
600 preferred; $500 paid in; par value
of shares, 500; three shares SUB
scribed: directors: President Francis
s. Wiske of Westbrook: treasurer, Z:
Mortimer Wiske of Westbrook; ana
Walter l., Gray of South Paris.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
Commission Will
INSPECT Maine Guard

Adjutant General James w. Han
son and Major Roy c. Decker left
Wednesday forenoon for Portland to
meet the members of commission
sent to Maine from the Militia Bu-
reau at Washington, d. c.
General Hanson and Major Decker
will accompany the members of this
commission on an inspection of camp
and encampment sites Of the 240th
Coast Artillery and other units of
the Maine National Guard. the forts
at Portland and other points about
the state.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
Kennebec Bridge
Commission to Meet
Thursday at Bath

The members Of the Kennebec
Bridge Commission, Senator Frank
w. Carleton, Colonel Ernest Robbins,
Mr.. George B. Wood. Ernest l.. Nc
Lean and the members of the State
Highway Commission will hold a
meeting at II A. NJ. on Thursday at
Bath.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
OVERCOMF'
EYE TROUBLF,

SO many people have bo..
TO get relief from Eye Tropb b NO
as infamed. weak and v,s. oes vi
scum. burning. smarting s y, I'd
IDS. etc: that the Eye Ryns Gl v
tories offer to send withon. tAo1n.
obligation a liberal test trss, cost 4
the Famous Eye Ryne Drop, I.
one who writes them. oys, " 81
have taken advantage OF tb,, IN
Simply write the Eye Rvna VI,
tories. Dept. 2eC. 210 W. IN &. am.
sas City, NO. The treatrnsnst y. IA,
sent postpaid. WI !,
sept9-23
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23

my sister bought me two po.. Sottsl
it. | had not taken all OF one =, p sons
when | was up and able TO ~ a. III
work. / am truly a boos,sic ar.
Lydia e. Pinkham's VegetaOis tssts|
pound and you may use my til I'D
monial."-MRs. MAYME Lis sass p,
Island Ave. Ext. McKee's hS ~ rnef;|
Mrs. Hope L. Smith, . 10 al
wife of Route 8, Floyd. ss Sith i
she was Ill for ten year, ear. and y
good deal of pain in her slse ITdtl
weak she could hardly wo rrha,,,ncutl|
E. Pinkham's Vegetable Gou Z tssI
has helped her so pueh sns
ing her friends about II
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
Stevens-Wsrd

The residence Of Mr., and ", :
II. Ward on Head street wa, !,
scene of a quiet home wedding ru.,
day evening. The contracting ns-s
were Archie Riker Stevens Of g.
erville. Mass, and Miss Shirley 3
ma Ward. Rev. Charles H wrr
hiney offciated and the doubls ~,
service was used. The cersIe-,
was witnessed by only the ments1
OF the immediate family.
Miss Ward is the only daugh,s, .
Mr.. and Mrs. f. II. Ward and i.
well known Madison young yors.
She was a member OF the clss, J
1925 of Madison High school sbs
a member Of the Madison cnrr,s
Gational church and has taken |,
active part in its musical sctIriYs,
Mr.. Stevens is a well known ~
popular member Of the Somerr.
Mass. fire department, holding ;.
sponsible position in the orgsniu
ton. After their honeymoon pass
in this vicinity, Mr.. and Mrs. STR
cps will be at home after Octoss
IS at 96 Holland street West Soma,
Vile, Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23

Durward Bartlett HarlanA
and other friends. making ia "a s. ~
Inspection Of Harvest Moon -
was held Monday night Tbsr. s's'ss1l
large attendance. Deputy, M, ~
Aborn, was present and coronl,. y
Harvest Moon on their exceilsr. ss
Supper was served after meet. sRt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
TWO WOMEN
PRAISE SAME
MEDICINE
Both Helped by Taxing
Lydia E. Pinkham's vess
table Compound
"After the birth of my little oaasl
ter | was very badly run-doNas, Nal

could moi -
of going to q hl'ssl
pital, but sIsS.'l
steadily vo MI
being being compsllls.iI
TO stay in ,Mos|
two tw or three daTl
each week. n
friend Of my III
ter's told Of y,
good Lyanr -
Pinkham's WI
etable Compaas.;I
had done her,I III
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
Ready to Act

An old farmer was carrying a
pitcher of milk down to the cellar,
when he slipped and fell to the bot
tom, Earring himself from head to
foot. His wife called anXiously:
John, did you break the pitcher ?"
mo-" replied John. earnestly and
profanely, "but darned If l DON'T
Everybody's Magazine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
Pass on Petitions
In Registration
And Operation Cars

The following registration cases
were heard before Secretary of State
Frank W. Ball in his office Wednes-
day:
Petition for restoration of the right
to onerate motor vehicles OF Basil
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
Somerset Aqri. Society

The annual cattle show and al
of the Somerset Agricultural So
ciety opened "Wednesday morning 4
Somerset Park with excellent Pros.
poets of success. One Of the NOS
noticeable changes was the new b.
cation of Exhibition hall which ha
been moved out near the fence az:
gate and thoroughly repaired.
Early in the forenoon there wer.
90 head of fine cattle on exhibition
The here of Ayreshires brought in b
A. w. Hackett and the Jerseys from
the Hilton Stock Farm were centa
of much attraction. There was ais
small exhibit OF sheep and sEins
Meals are to be served in the 50
ciety dining hall on the ground I'll
track is in splendid condition All
with 81 horses on the ground som
good racing is expected At the eI
hibition building a large commits
was busy arranging the display
vegetables and fancy work.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23
READFIELD

EAST-Miss Nelma Perkins passed
the week-e end at her home in Smith
field
Mr.. and Mrs. Roy Mace. son. Ever
EFT. Rose Catlin and Arthur Mace
were calling on relatives and friends
in Smithtield. Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. W. L. Gorden were
sunday guests of Mr.. and Mrs. Frank
Gorden. Livermore Falls.
Miss Emma Gordon. who Is teach
ing in Auburn. passed the week end
at her home here.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harold Sands were
Sunday guests of her parents. Mr..
and Mrs Evans. Weeks Mills.
Elwood Dudley of Litchfield, Conn.
is the guest OF his parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. L. o. Dudley.
Mr.. and Mrs. Lee Williams. son.
Benton and daughter. Lucy and Ar
lene Lunt of Mt Vernon. We're call
ing on relatives. here Sunday.
Miss Gladys Lalieman is attending
school at Kcnts Hill.
Mr.. and Mrs. George Morrow have
moved to their new home In VIM
throp.
Manley Carl OF Dexter is visiting
relatives here.
Mr.. and Mrs. Eugene Bailey and
Miss Marion Bailey of Winthrop
Center. were calling on relatives here
Monday.
DEPOT-Mr. and Mrs. Fred Leavitt.
Miss Irene Tucker of Readfeld Depot
and guests. Miss Mary Pendergast,
Master Lawrence Falvey of Quincy
Mass. Miss Ella Murphy. Miss Mar
garet Faye. Mrs. Catherine Miles and
Walter Miles of East Boston. motored
to Lewiston over the weekend.
Mr.. and Mrs. George Farnham and
daughter Ethel, Miss Edna Faulkner
Frank Leavitt and sons. Frank Jr..
Kenneth and Walter Herbert l.. Farm
ham and William McCulloch. Jr.. all
of Quincy. Mass. are at Mrs. Fred
Leavitt'S for two weeks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23

A telegram was received Tuesda5
morning by Amadeo christopher tti
ing of the safety of his son anl
brother at Hollywood, Fla. Mr.. sn1
Mrs. Christopher were fearful Of IN
safety of their relatives as they wen
unable to get any word Monday. Al
phonso Christopher. their son, ven
south year ago TO establish eustj
ness. The message received slae1
that the home and business Of n
Christophers were wiped out BY tn
big wind
Thomas Kirk, who has been N ~
Eastern Maine General Hospital u
Bangor for the past few days y
turned to Madison Monday night
Harlem Haynes and son Harry, WV
have been visiting relatives IN Aau !,
son for the past few days, returns
Monday to their home in Tanhn.
Mass. They were accompanied BY ~
Haynes father, Charles G. Haynes
Reginald Adams and Francs No.
left town Monday to resume lH'-
studies at the University of MaiHe
=
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Card of Thanks

NdrU OF Thanks
We wish to thank our neighbors
and friends for their kindness dur
ing the recent illness and death of
our loved one.
THE MANSON FAMILY
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23

Rev. Z. Lewis Wall, B. K. Edwaf,s
and Rev. p. c. Clark were in Skovl
hogan Tuesday TO attend the open.
ing of the supreme judicial court,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23

guilty and sentenced to pay fine of
$40 and 81 for four fish and costs
taxed at $23.S5.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-23

A PRIZE in every package-in y
classified section.