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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14
Dry Agents Dig Il
Cases of Whiskey
From Ships Bunkers

Philadelphia. June 1S-tPl-In an
effort to enforce the prohibition laws
Of the United States. eight customs
officials turned coal beavers today
and for several hours toiled IN the
bunkers of the British steamer Exc
ter City. Twelve cases of whiskcy
was their reward.
Accompanied by Dr.. w. w. Chap
man. chief medical inspector, the Of
ficials had come aboard to examine
the cargo Everything was fine uu-
til they entered the coal bunkers and
began jabbirg into the piles with
long, sharp pointed steel rods. Dr.
Chapman's rod struck an object
which, he was convinced, was not
coal.
Summonine the captain of the
ship, The customs officials asked him
to order his crew to shovel away the
coal. The request was refused and
the custoHs men obtained sho> els
and went to it vigorously.
The heat YVES almost unbeara ble.
Coal dust rose, thick. Hats were dis
Cardcd, then coats and ties and in
some cases shirts. When the task
was over and the liquor lowered to
a revenue cutter, the customs men
were covered with SCOT and dust and
all but exhausted. Smiles were on
the faces Of the Exeter City's crew
as the government officials left the
ship. Captain Reece, master of the
vessel, was summoned to appear be
fore the collector OF the port tomor-
row to explain the presence of the
WhiSkev.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14
Rev. H. E. Dunnack
Gives Good Advice
To Graduating Class

An earnest plea to the members of
the graduating class OF Gardiner
High school to forsake the mad race
Of today for temporary honors and
to lead the simple life which would
prepare them for the lasting pleas
ure of the worthwhile thing of this
world, was made by State Librarian
II. L. Dunnack of Augusta in the
baccalaureate address at the high
school auditorium Sunday afternoon.
The long line of graduates was mar
shalled into their places by the Sem
ior class president, Albert Hender-
son. Prayer was offered by the Rev.
Fl. B. Haskell. D. D., pastor of the
Highland Avenue Methodist Episco-
pal church.
In summing up the things which
Dunnack emphasized the following:
Work, play and laughter. Work of the
right kind in the right quantity is
honorable, and no distinction should
be made between the laboring man
and the scholar.
Work honestly and well done is ar
tistry, declared Mr.. Dunnack, and no
worker should be ashamed of his
profession providing it is honest He
urged that in pursuing their aims
the graduates should not forget play,
for it is of the utmost Importance,
here again with the qualifications
that it is of the right kind. Boys
and girls should find their play time
and use it to good advantage, and.
not leave it until they are older when
it will be too late. Play means relax
alton from the perplexing problems
of the business worlS, and is inval-
liable.
He stressed in no uncertain terms
the necessity of laughter in a well
balanced life, we do not laugh
enough in the speakers opinion, it Is
one of the greatest things in the
world, health. honest laughter at the
many humorous things of life. The
great masters have given of their
time to make the comedies of the
world for our enjoyment, and to be
able to fully enjoy them is one OF
the greatest pleasures of this life.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14

held last September for Memorial
building at this home to be called
Memorial hall" and which II erect
ed would be memorial to the veter-
ans of all wars. This building will
contain facilities for bowling, ath-
letics. and possibly a bathing pool.
1t was unanimously voted to go on
record as adopting this resolution.
The meeting was adjourned and
the veterans headed by the Home
Band marched to the baseball feld
where ball game was enjoyed be-
tween mines from among the visitors
and the local post and resulted in
win for the Home boys, IL to 10.
The refreshment booth at the ball
park was open and several kinds of
sandwiches. fancy cakes, doughnuts,
ice cream and soft drinks were serv-
ell to all. Refreshments were also
served in the hall at recess at
noon.
Among those present were Com
mander Theodore Olson of Portland,
s. " c. Howard p. Hilton of Show
hogan; Adjutant William J. O'Con-
mellon of Portland; Quartermaster
Edward r. Simmons of Portland;
chief of staff, Philip s. Hagen of
Portland: inspector Joseph Bovine
of Portland; Joseph H. Brown, ma
tional deputy chief of staff: and as
special guests Richard Fastnach.
past department commander of the
Canal Zone. residing at Christobel.
and who formerly resided in Port
land. also past department COM
mander of Maine; and George r.
Berg of Portland National Aide de-
Camp and L. S. Medal of Honor
man, and Hon. w. Tudor Gardiner
of Augusta.
There were 50 delegates present.
1s from Portland, Ia from the local
post from Waterville, a from Bid
deford, from Sanford, from Ram
dolph. from Brunswick.
At the invita- ton of the Forrest J.
Pare Post of Waterville 1t was vot-
ed to meet there next year.
Commander Laferriere. past com
mander Ingham and the various
committees deserve much credit for
the. program of entertainment, re-
freshmcnts, etc. that aided so much
in making the encampment a sue
cess.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14
Scholars to Come From
Great Britain to Study

An additional scholarship for edu-
cational research in America, avail
able to teachers in Great Britain and
Ireland, has been esta blished in con-
nection with the research work of
the City of London Vacation Course
The new Bush scholarship has a
value of 6 800, and the appointee.
who may be man or woman, will be
sent out this fall or early in 1927.
Appointment will be made by an adj
vlsory board consisting of the presi-
dent of the course and other educa-
tional officials. Candidates must
submit statement of the research
proposed and method to be pursued.
The appointec will be required to
send monthly reports of progress
made, and upon completion of the
work present thesis embodying re-
suits of the study.
Two scholars have already visited
America under similar appointment
by the City of London Vacation
Course. Miss Mabel J. Wellock made
a tour of the country in 1925 study
ing elementary education, and Mr..
Arthur b. Neal is now investigating
Junior high schools and rural Educa-
tion.-School Life.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14
NATIONAL HOME:
fficer of the day, Capt. Charles

officer Of the day, Capt. Charles
A. Dunno.
The baseball game for Monday af-
ter supper hour will be between Co.
A. and the Quartermaster team.
Henry J. Thompson, late Hospital
Steward L. s. Med. Corps, has been
granted g discharge and will make
his future home in Bangor.
Patrick F. Mcnamara has returned
fTom few days visit with friends
in Boston.
John Z. Hanley of Lynn, late Base
Hospital. No. 1lS, World War, has
been admitted.
The returns from passes Saturday
were Gage w. Russell from Gardiner
and James w. Woobank from Bos-
ton.
Passes have been granted TO
Thomas Horrigan to Portland, NAL
achi f. Kittredee to Boston, Silas W.
Hart to Bath, and Michael j. Hurley
to Charlestown.
Charles A. Lindsey Of Milo, late
Co. g., 2. Me. Cav, Edward r.
Bouley from the Southern Branch,
late Co. b, 8, Mass. Inf, and John j.
Donovan of the Southern Branch
late Co. B., 319 Machine Gun Bttn.
have reported for admission.
The moving pictures for this week
will be, Tuesday. Jacqueline Logan
and Earle FoXe in Wages for Wives
and Fable and comedy. and Friday,
Pauline Starke and Wallace Berry in
The Devils Cargo" with a Pathe
News and comedy.
Among those attending the annual
encan1pment department of Mains
United Spanish War Veterans in
Portland Saturday were Commander
William 7. Wade. j. r. Lannery, c.
A. Bordeau, j. F. Opyne. John O.
Loughlin, James J. Ormonde. d. F..
Hazeltine. Daniel Healy, James o.
Neil and Michael Lehan. DR.. and Mrs.
j. W. Brewer and Mr. and Mrs. John
j. Mooney. At the meeting of the
Ladies Auxiliary Mrs Brewer was
elected department historian and
Mrs. Mooney member of the coun-
Gil OF administrati
Mrs. H. NJ. Gould wishes the Sun
day school classes to meet at the
Chapel at 4.30 Tuesday for a re-
hearsal for the Children's Day pro-
gram.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14
Woman Charges
Desertion, Claims
"Count Monte" Bogus

New York, June 13.-(P)-Charged
with desertion by Mrs. Esther Wise
man of Winthrop, Mass, man claim
ing to be Count Paul Anatole Monte Is
being held in the Richmond county
,jail for extradition to Massachusetts.
His wife charges that he is simply
Nicholas Wiseman, born in Canada. of
Rumanian parents.
The s1lf-styled count, who said he
was French nobleman. was arrested
few days ago while attending a mo-
ton picture show at Newport. r. l.,
with a society girl of that city. His
arrest, however, did not become known
until today The count" claims that
he is the victim of frams-up.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14
wanted for Wife Desertior

Winthrop Mass. June 15.-(P)-A
Winthrop police inspector, armed with
eXtradition papers. will leave for New
York tomorrow 20 bring back Count
Monte" to face his wifes charges of
deSertion.
First intimaton that there was
Count Monte in this vicinity came
when the self-styled F.%nch nohlema n
was named by Lyndon V. Grover,
wealthy Lynn shoe manufacturer, in
his suit for divorce against his wife,
Eleanor. about q year ago Grover
charged that the count" was accept
cd by the family az a suitor to his
daughter but that his affections were
extended to his wife.
The count" testified that he was
the son of the Marquis de la Piore of
Paris, but Growers counsel brought
out that a few years ago he was S25
week salesman in one Of Growers
Boston shoe stores.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14
Pleasant Pond Pavilion Had Gala
Opening Saturday Night

If the eager, eXpectant, crowded
attendance of last Saturday is any
indication then the popularity Of
Pleasant Pond has agan asserted it
self despite many counter attractions
now in full sway. Simply a mere an
nouncement that we would have our
opener last Saturday and presto-We
had plenty to do to see that every
body was parked away. Those that
came out simply to hear the music
were allotted choice loca tons, and no.
body was neglected
The orchestra certainly made a hit
and it seemed they were Just as anx-
ious to play as the dancers were to
dance-and that is the success of
Pleasant Pond-a genuine desire on
the part of everybody connected with
the pavilion to please all our patrons.
This week officially opens the sum-
mer season; dancing every Tuesday,
Thursday and Saturday,-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14
Willis a, Pesslee

Willis A. Peaslee passed away at
his home. 4 Undertook street Ran
dolph Saturday morning at the age
of 68 years. lie had been IN poor
health for the past two months.
He WAS born in Whitetield, Me,
August 6. 1858, the son of Nathan
3. and Harriet \. Uittle) Peaslee.
Besides his widow he is survived
hy a son. Leland 5. Peaslee of ia
maica Plain, Mass, and two daugh-
tiers. Mrs. Charles Smith and Mrs.
Annie Coulombe. both Of Randolph.
Funeral services will be held from
the undertaking rooms of Wakefield
McNauehton Co., Monday afternoon
at 2 o'clock
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14
Old south Field Day Great Success

The annual Old South League field
day was most successful and delight
ful this year. 1t was held at Granite
Hill at the home of Mrs. Ferdinand
Coburn member. The trip was made
by trolley and by private cars. There
was an unusually large attendance and
the weather clerk was thoughtful
enough to provide perfect day, so
that much of the time could be spent
out of doors.
\ picnic lunch. which included all
kinds of good things. was served at
noon. The hostess. Mrs. Coburn, pro-
vided baker bean, coffee and other ac-
compartments, and each one of the
Old South cooks had brought samples
Of her fine work. The meal was serv-
ed on the lawn in front of the Co
burn house and was gay affair
After the luncheon was over, the
party scattered to various pleasant
employments. Some of the less ambi-
tious sat with their needleworl< at
hand and chatted with friends. Others
took the walk to the woods behind the
house to get the fine view or identify
the spring wild flowers In the late
afternoon the guests departed after a
delightful day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14
Patrick Barry

Word has been received here OF
the death In Valley Neale, Ireland OF
Patrick Barry who for half cen
fury was a resident of this city. On
May 10th Mr.. Barry left Gardiner
to sail for his former home in ire
land to realize a life long dream TO
pass his remaining days in the land
of his youth Just two days after
his arrival he passed away. During
his residence in Gardiner he was a
valued employee of the Hollines-
worth and Whitney Co, paper mill.
He was man of highest character,
kindly disposition and one who had
many friends. He leaves a brother.
John Barry. and one sister. Mrs.
Henry Kelley, both of this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14
Solves Problem
LOf Damaged Pines

One member of the Gardiner Bird
club. an organization which is not
particularly active now, has solved
the problem of the deep holes which
had been made in pine trees in this
vicinity. This member. who is an
authority on birds declares that the
holes were made by pileated wood
peceker, a bird which is not uncom-
mon in this locality. The object of
boring the holes in a square or very
near together is to get nest OF
ant which may have hibernated in
the. heart of a pine tvee. The ants
are dormant during the cold wea-
Their and have often been found in
pine trees. The woodpecker is
aware of this custom and therefore
plans carefully to strike the nest by
series of holes near the heart Of
the tree.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14
Morning Service at Methodist Church

At the Methodist Church sunday
morning, Rev. Mr.. Moyle gave an in
teresting and inspiring sermon. He
spoke from the text, Come for all
things are ready" Luke 1924, fur
nished the basis for his remarks. The
choir gave an anthem holiness" that
added much to the effectiveness OF
the service
Mr.. Moyle declared that this invi-
tation to come was first given to the
Jew. If all things were ready in the
Saviour's day they are ready now for
our taking. Our souls can be fed and
the supper awaits the guests. We
should not make excuses, but should
take the great invitation. All things
are ready. not few, not some things.
but all things.
There was an excellent sunday
school service, Christian endeaVor
and later evening meeting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14
Clara j. HinkIey

Clara j. Hinkley passed away Sum
day at the Gardiner General Hospi-
tai. She was born in Litchtield.
October g 1862, the daughter of
Joseph w. and Harriet r. (Stevens)
Robinson She leaves one brother,
William r. Robinson OF Gardiner,
and one sister, Edith + Newell of
West Gardiner. Funeral services will
be held at o'clock Wednesday at
ternoon from the home OF her broth
err, William Robinson of Liberty
street.
The mid=sdmmer meeting of the
Noman's Philanthropic Union will
be held at G. a. L. Hall on Saturday.
June 18th. al 80 O'Clock Members
are reminded that at this mid-sum-
mer meeting reports of the years
work are presented from the various
societies composing the Union. 1t is
always an occasion of great interest.
and it is hoped that as usual there
Will be a large attendnce.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14

The last board Of trade meeting for
the season VIII he held a week from
today at the Worster. 1t will he Ia
dies night There will he special
menu and q fine program. It is ex-
pected that Paul Dudley Sargent Of the
state highway department viii be the
speaker. There viii he special music.
Tho tickets are limited to so, so early
application should be made for them.
Apply to Harold Tibbetts, president
of the board
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14
dudley Blake

Dudley Blake Of Hallowell passed
away in Augusta Saturday following
a short Illness. He is survived BY two
daughters. Miss Clarissa Blake Of wa.
tortown. Mass. and Mrs. Margaret
Tucker of Oakland. The late Mr.. Blake
was a member Of the Masonic lodges,
Funeral services Will be conducted
from the first Baptist church mere
Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14

No vesnor service was hold et the
Baptist church on Sunday afternoon
hut delegation of young people went
to Augusta and united with the Inter
mediate Society of c. f. IN a service at
6 at the Penney Memorial church. Fol-
lowing this service the delegation re-
maincd to enjoy the fine pageant put
on Ivy the Sunday school in observance
Of Children's Day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14

Large congregations attended the
services at the Highland Avenue NJ.
+. church and First Baptist church
Sunday morning and evening when
Children's Day exercises We're held,
In the morning at the Methodist
church an interesting program of
recitations and songs were given by
the boys and girls. At seven o'clock
in the evening a large chorus of boys
and girls assisted in a program of
solos, readings and exercises pre-
sented by the Church school.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14
Making it Snappy

"Wid'1er Jones' said an Ohio
farmer as he hustled into her house
one morning, 81 am a man of BUSH
ness. l am worth S10,S43 and want
you for a wife. l give you three
minutes in which to answer"
Il don't want ten seconds, ST
higgins, she replied, shaking out
the dish-cl I'm a woman of
business, worth $4,000 and l
wouldn't marry You if YOU was the
last man on earth! And now, l give
you minfte and half to git"
From Eveeybody's Magazine for
June.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14
Building Removed

The office building of Warren Tozier
now rests in the farther end of the
parking space in Depot Square, having
been moved from its former location
at the end of the bridge during Friday
night. 1t took three hours to move
the building, tho crew of Fred Wey-
mouth doing the work. One hour and
forty minutes was consumed in getting
it across the NJ c. r. r. tracks. Per
mission was granted Mr.. Tozier by the
city council to allow the building to
remain in the parking space for few
days until he can prepare foundation
for it above the store of Glidden &
Curtis on Main avenue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14

Application blanks have been re-
ceived At the Hubbard Library for the
annual vacation reading contest. II is
hopen that as n other wear there may
he much interest shown, Last year
Haliowell won two prizes and In each
Of the previous Years one As there
are only three for tho entire State,
this is a fine record and {should be
maintained.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14

Dudley Blake an old inhahitant of
Hallowell and familiar figure on its
streets, died Friday night at the Au-
gusta General Hospital, where he
was removed after having been found
unconscious at his Hallowel home.
He is survived by a daughter. whose
home is in Massachusetts. He be-
longed to an old Hallowcll family.
The funeral will be held Tuesday
morning
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14

ChiIdren's Day was observed at the
Baptist church on Sunday morning by
exercises during part of the Bible
school hour. These were by the Young
er- members of the school and were Of
an interesting and pleasing nature and
wore enjoyed by a goodly number Of
the school and their friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14

A party of motorcyclists with Il
machines parked in Depot Square
for a short time Sunday afternoon
on their way to the Capital City.
The pleasant weather of Sunday
found traffic at full summer tide
through Gardiner, during the day,
and most of the auto owners in the
city took advantage of the oppor-
tunity for a short trip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14

A trvout Of the Tiger viii he held
this evening at o'clock at the CEN
trail fire association. All those Of
strong muscle are invited TO lend their
aid 4 meeting of the frement's asso-
citation VIII follow the tryout Halo
we'll is 10 so to the muster at Auburn
the fifth.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14

Smith Grammar school defeated
Maria Clark. 5 to 4 in the last inning
of Saturdays game Maria Clark's
second team defeated Randolph 10 to
s, Saturday afternoon on the muster
field. Maria Clark Grammar school
has had a fine career this season.
Smith Grammar school, Augusta. is
sthe only team they have not defeat
cd. Harvard Gray has coached them
for this season and for several sea-
sons nast.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14

Prof Leonard r. Mcleod of the mu-
sic department of Dartmouth College.
will be the speaker at the meeting of
the Rotary Club this week. Professor
Mcleod Is making tour of the State
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14

The passage OF a L. OF NJ. hoy
through Water street Saturday at
tracted considerable interest. He
carried a placard. 1T. Of NJ. to Port
land" and was apparently in need Of
lifts along the way.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14

The Ladies' Aid OF the First Bap-
fist church will meet on Tuesday
with Mrs. Cramer, Bowman street.
"a large attendance is desired as
there is important business to come
before the meeting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14

NOTICE-For transportation to
Boothbay, Ocean Point. Capitol Is
land or in fact any resort, call Mr..
Jones public taxi. For prices tel.
Johnson House 80 or residence Ala
N. jn9eod6t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14
Touring Car and
Electric Collide
Sunday. HallOWell

4 Ford touring car owned ana
driven by Arthur w. Jcane Of Mort.
Whitcfeld and the 9.15 Aususta-hopnes
electric car colldod at the foot o.
Academy street Sunday evening WIZ
some damage to both the electric ana
to the automobile hut without MUIR
to the occupants OF the Ford. WIN NJ
Jeane was his mother. "no
was on the front seat OF
the machine. Mr.. Jcane atleI-
ward said that he was blinded by tne
headlight of the electric car '.rs
causing the accident The step or tne
electric car was completely taken away
and the windshield OF the Ford wa
smashed and the right hand mudeuata
was demolished, as was the rear Fign'
hand wheel.
'You had a caller this afternoon
THAT so. Who was II
Il don't now. but the dog loon
sample of his trousers. 49,,
Detroit News.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hawkins Of
North jay, accompanied by Sidney
Dawbin, now employed in that town,
were in town Sunday and guests at
the Dawbin house and at Mr.. and
Mrs. Isaac Bolts.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14

\ special musical program viii be
presented under the direction of Miss
Towne in connection with the prize
essay contest conducted by the W.
c. It. L, at the Randolph Grammar
school Monday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-14

The Anne Warmer Baker Co. Gar
diner Methodist church Tuesday,
June Is, P. NJ. Unique and novel
feature of Chautauqua entertain
ment including clay modelling, shad
owgraphs. costumed representations,
ventriloquisn, the Animated Doll,
and Swedish Folk Songs. Adults
soc; children under Is, Csc.
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