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The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-11-06

We must get away from paper
architects and soft collar" archi-
tects If real American archi-
lecture is to be developed, accord
ing to Philip Hubert Frohman in
a statement made public by the
American Institute OF Architects.
Some of our architectural in
telligentsia and high-brows may not
agree with me, but nevertheless,
l hold that an architect cannot be-
come full master of his profession
as a fine art unless he is master
builder" said Mr.. Frohman; who
is the architect in charge Of the
Washington. D. c., Cathedral.
ITO obtain this grasp he must
be able to grasp and use a build
er's tool. An important part of an
architects brain will remain I'M
developed unless he has used the
trowel, the square, plumb and
level, the hammer, the saw, the
plane, the chisel, the gauge, the
forge. the anvil and the lathe.
He must be able to design, to
devise and superintend construction
with understanding. An architect
has a strong grip on situation
when he can grasp the workman's
hand with hand which has gained
strength from using the same tools.
Physical Training
more than this. an architect
should have the physical training
and experience in climbing ladders
and scaffolds and going up a rope
hand over hand. which was all part
Of days work for the medieval
master masons. If an architect
knows the kind of detail he wants
and is going to obtain it on build.
ing. he must be able to climb to
any point on the job where the
workman is able to go.
I'm that admirable book entitled
Beyond Architecture by Kingsley
Porter, there is fine chapter on
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-11-06
LEAGUE OF NATIONS
PLANNED FOR ASIA

. CoNSTANTINoPLE, Nov. g.
Conversations at Angora, exploring
the possibility of an Asiatic League
of Nations, are about to conclude.
No statement has been made con-
corning the result of the conversa-
tions, but it is reported that an
Asiatic league is in the making be-
tween China, Afghanistan, Persia,
Turkey and Russia.
Those who have been in attend.
ance at the Angora conference IN.
.clude Chinese Ambassador SEE, Per.
sian Minister Mira Khan, the At
CHAN Minister, General Djelan, Rus.
sian Ambassador Souritch and the
Turkish minister to Persia.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-11-06

law. which would limit the time Of
filing mechanics liens 10 ninety
days az against purchasers, TIRE.
spective OF the date the property
Is purchased. and asks legislation to
enable Iowa insurance companies TO
loan their funds on city real estate
up to sixty per cent of the Valua-
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-11-06

value Of private homes. II favored
change In the statutes relating to
the laws OF estates. and the abolish.
ment OF the right OF dover and
courtesy.
The Iowa Real Estate Association
favors passage of an amendment to
the States present mechanics lien
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-11-06
CHANGES IN BANKING
LAWS URGED IN STATES

Changes in banking laws and
mortgage laws are held necessary
in several States to facilitate the
free flow Of capital into real estate
investment.
The New York Realtors Associa-
ton, for example, recommended TO
it's legislative committee action look
ing toward change in the bank
ing law to allow savings banks to
loan as high as IS per cent Of the
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-11-06

Construction costs are reported to
be lower this year than year ago.
The reduction in construction cost
A. given as one of the factors
causing greater building activity
during 1926 than 1925. 1t woui0
also appear that owners and
builders are putting the reduction
back into construction in the form
OF larger and better houses.
During the first nine months OF
1926, approximately $4,000, OOO,OOO
went into residential construction.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-11-06

ton % the security, under- aueh
rules as the Insurance eommisaloneT
may prescribe.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-11-06

Hauplnssa h ore % ths main fasisFs ~
home ownership. Buy youF own hosas
today. Times AMI Herald Classified A6s
offer many good bays.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-11-06
PeopIeofUS. Building
CoStLier Homes

$i490 the expenditure
ner budng for residential construction this year year
ago the average expenditure $l2564 $45 less than at
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-11-06

Many homes - many prices - many
sizes: large array Of each are presented
for your peFusaI in The Times and
Herald Classified Ads.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18


I have carefully collected from re-
| liable sources Names active part in
the Civil war and the sacrifices made
by her soldiers for the preservation
of the Union. OF course there are
some errors but on the whole as cor
rect as can be obtained from the his
tory of that great event which
stands in the front line of the acti-
Vities of the State.
In round numbers 10000 were in
the army and navy from the State.
Population in 1860 was 62S,600. AL
lowing some increase at the begin
ming of the war, and its continuance,
it is safe to say that one in nine OF
the population was enrolled in the
nations defence.
There We're 81 regiments of In
fantry; two regiments of Cavalry;
one regiment of heavy Artillery anu
seven batteries of Artillery. Twenty
three of the regiments were mustered
in for three years and of these, 13
We're in Fox's 500 fighting regiments
of the army. A larger proportion
than any other state except New
Hampshire, which was first and
Maine second. Maine had 1927 re-
ported killed in battle and 6,194 died
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18
Several HUNDRED CHURCH LEADERS
AND WORKERS WILL ATTEND 57TH ANNUAL
SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION THIS week

this year. On the first evening,
Wednesday, there will be a special
supper for workers in the Children S
Division. with Miss Mary Slaughter
of Boston, as speaker. Miss Alice
Louise Brown will preside at this
banquet. On Thursday evening there
will be separate mems and women's
banquets. At the mems banquet
Rev. Alexander Henderson will pre-
side and the speaker will be Rev.
Charles n. Arbuckle, d. ID. Mrs.
Ralph B., Herrick of Augusta, viii
preside at the womens banquet with
Mrs. John Pratt Whitman as the
speaker. Presiding at the banquet
on Friday evening will be Rev. Olin
B. Tracy. This banquet will be ar
ranged for the leaders of young peo-
pie in the State, and will be the oc-
casion of a reunion for all leaders
and campers who were present at
the State Camp for Younger Girls
held at Lake Cobboseecontee in Au-
gust. Miss Ruth Carter, Director
of the Camp and former State
Young Peoples superintendent, who
is now in school in Boston, will be
present at the Convention on Friday
and will be in charge of the program
for the reunion at the banquet. More
than $50 were present at Camp
Watewin this summer and a large
Number will undoubtedly attend the
reunion.
Special rates are being granted by
the railroads on the certificate plan.
People who are planning to attend
the Convention are urged to inquire
of their local station agent regard
ing the rates for the Convention and
the method of obtaining these rates.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18
Friends Assemble in
Honor w. c. Halves
At Birthday. Party

Willis G. Halves, the popular super
intendent of the Maine Childrens
Home society, was greatly surpris-
ed man, when on Friday evening he
was abducted" by a large gathering
Of friends and-taken to.the home Of
Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Norris where
preparations had been made to as
sist in the proper celebration of his
birthday.
After receiving the congratulations
of the 80 persons present a spiritual
program developed which was open
ed by singing, lead by Lawrence
Barry. Prayer was offered by Albert
Pierce. Several tributes, most pleas
ing, and to measure embarrassing
to Mr.. HAYES were read including
one by Miss Gertrude Frye of the
Maine Children's Home Society and
by Mrs. A. Estella Cartilage. Two
beautiful numbers, "GIory to Jesus
Forever" by Mr.. HAYES and Law
renee Barry and when I Take My
Vacation in Heaven" by Miss Grayce
Pullen and Mr.. Barry, were most ac-
ceptable portions Of the program
Nearly everyone present responded to
congregational reading of the Scrip
ture, each offering his choice text The
service was brought to a close with
the singing of the hymn "Sweeter as
the Years go By by all.
At this time the guest of honor was
asked to lead his friends into the din
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18
OAK Grove

The following girls had college
certificate grades or above in all
subjects for the week: Beatrice
Austin. Thelma Earle, Emma Hum
mer, Ruth laval, Elizabeth Mar
tin, Angie Rouse, Beatrice Sawyer,
Laura Saxton, Kathleen Sylvester,
Barbara White.
The following girls had grades of
ninety or above in the number of
subjects Indicated: four, Caroline
Muzzy, Barbara White: three,
Jacqueline Clark, Thelma Earle,
Ruth LAVAL, Elizebth Martin, Beat
rice Sawyer; two, Emma Hummer,
Beatrice Sawyer, Virginia Wilcox;
one, Letha Bailey. Alice Burke,
Dorothy Colony, Enid Humphreys,
Marjorie Perley, Angie Rouse. Fern
York, Kathleen Sylvester. Dorothy
Wheeler.
The hockey squad had long and
spirited workout Thursday afternoon
and the players even gave up their
afternoon riding to put more time
on mastering some of the hockey
rules and technique.
Mrs. owen, Miss Cofran. Mrs
Thompson, Miss Porter and Miss
Holmes of the faculty attended the
initial fall meeting Of the American
Association of University Women or
Wednesday evening at the home OF
Mrs. Risley in Waterville.
DR.. and Mrs. f. d. Humphreys and
daughter of Jackman were guests al
Oak Grove on Thursday and at din
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18

That the City Fathers will tonight
take some definite action on the pro-
posed location of a new playground
for the children of the north end of
the city is the general belief among
those who are watching the PROPOSE
ton with interest. The matter has
been threshed out by the members
of the city government at several
evening sessions, although but little
Roadway has been made as yet, and
it is thought that a working of the
conditions there has been secured by
the members of the two governing
bodies so that tonight the question
may he taken up and some settlement
may be arrived at
\ The matter was originally brought
to their attention some few weeks
ago when it was announced that I'M
der will of several years ago, there
IS now in local bank a considerable
sum of money which is for the pur-
pose of founding a playground in
this city, in addition to the Macom-
Der Playground now in operation,
The name of the donor of this money
has not been revealed by the trus-
tees, Justice Norman l.. Bassett,
Hiram L. Pishon and Lewis A. Bur-
leigh. 1t is understood that with
some additions which have since been
made to the fund from other sources
there Is total of between s35, 900
and $4,000 available for this pur-
pose. About $4,000 Of this is avail
able for placing a playground in
commission and the rest for endow-
ing it.
AS the'plan was originally outlined
to the city government by Attorney
Walter NJ. SanbOrn, representing the
trustees. a careful check of the north
end of the city, where it is generally
conceded that there is the most need
of playground, was made by an ex-
pert brought here upon recommended
ton of George f. Macomber. After
looking all available sites over he de-
clared that a tract of land, compris-
ing slightly more than two acres, sit
uated on the shore of Bond Brook
just north of the place where the
brook crosses under Mount Vernon
Avenue, near the gas house, is an
ideal situation for the playground.
This land, which includes a mill
site and carries with it certain water
rights. is owned by Joseph A. Shaw,
Of this city. Mr.. Shaw upon hearing
of the plan and being approached
with a proposition to sell, refused to
name a figure. declaring that the
lard is of great value to him because
of the mill privilege
The city. government was then
asked through a petition signed by
many Augusta people, to condemn
this land as being necessary for the
playground and for the good of the
children. A special meeting of the
city government was held and the
question was talked over. At that
time Mr.. Shaw through his attorney
made two counter propositions. one
that if they would leave his land
alone he would add the sum of $4,000
TO the fund, the other that If they
would locate on the other side of
Bond Brook he would build a dam
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18
ANSON

Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Smith are re-
ceiying congratulations on the birth
of daughter, October 10, at the Col
Inns Hospital, Both mother and child
are doing nicely.
Mr.. and Mrs. Raymond Lovejoy of
New Hampshire were guests of his
sister, Mrs. Elsie Tarr, Thursday eve
ming.
Charles Hapworth and Charlie
Tucker were in Pennington Friday
on business
DR.. and Mrs. Clyde Austin and chill
dren of Pennington were weekend
guests OF their parents.
Mr.. and Mrs. Carl Hapworth. Judge
Frank Withee and Harold Withee
were among those who attended the
fair at Topsham Thursday.
Mrs. Fred Carter and children left
Thursday for Lewiston, where they
will pass the winter. Mr. Carter has
secured employment there.
Mr.. and Mrs. Lee Fletcher are re-
ceiving congratulations on the birth
of a daughter, who has been named
Evelyn.
Rainbow Branch Of I. S. s held
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18
Sessions Under Auspices of
Maine Council of Religious
Education On Wednesday,
Thursday and Friday-Ex-
ceptional Group of Speakers
And Conference Leaders

! Plans are completed for the 57th
annual Sunday School Convention
which will open in Augusta on Wed
nesday of this week. Sessions will
be held Wednesday, Thursday and
Friday, October 20-22 at the South
Parish Congregational church under
the auspices of the Maine Council
of Religious Education. Judge
George II. Hinckley, State President
of the Council will preside at all the
general sessions.
In addition to the general sessions
of the Convention when the BUSH
ness of the Council will be trans
acted and addresses both inspira-
tional and international given, there
will be conferences planned to help
leaders in every phase of church
school work. These conferences will
be for workers in the Children's,
Young Peoples, Adult and Admins
tration Divisions and will be led by
Miss Alice Louise Brown of Portland,
State Counselor of the Children's
Division, Rev. Dion B. Tracy of
Norway, Chairman of the State
Young Peoples Committee, and Rev.
Alexander Henderson of Fairfield,
State Superintendent of the Admin
istration Division. Outstanding lead
ers in these fields will be present at
these Conferences to counsel with
the Maine workers, including Rev.
Ivan S. Nowlan, Boston: Rev. Ken
meth Macarthur. Sterling, Mass,
Mrs. Mary Slaughter. DR.. Charles N.
Arbuckle of Newton Center; Rev. A.
H. Gage of Brattieboro, VT; DR..
Robert Davids of Chicago, and
others.
The musical and dramatic features
of the Convention will be note wor-
thy. Mrs. John Pratt Whitman of
Quincy, Mass. a noted author and
director of Biblical drama will be in
Augusta early in the week to orga-
nize a large group of Augusta people
who will present on the closing night
of the Convention two dramas, Nor
al Courage and 1.-THE Use of Tai
ants." James r. Houghton of Bos-
ton, an outstanding musical director
will be in charge of the Convention
song periods. Mrs. Olin B. Tracy of
Norway will serve as Convention
SoloiSt.
Reports of the year just closed will
be presented showing the achieve
ments and progress of the Sunday
School work in Maine, and goals for
the next twelve months of endeavor
will be set and the budget adopted
at the Convention. Those who are
interested in the development of
Names resources will wish to hear
the address of Governor Ralph O.
Brewster to be given on October q.
This is Gov. Brewster's fourth annual
address at the State Convention, and
his subject this year will be "Devel-
oping Names Spiritual Resources"
Special banquets will be an impor-
tant item on the Convention rrogrsm
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18
Ladies' Union Meetinu

The Ladies' Union meeting last
week at Mrs Ethel Caswelrs in
Chelsea, was much enjoyed by the IL
ladies able to make the distance.
\ good delegation of resident
members from Augusta were present
and one name was added to roll Of
active membership. The next meet
ing will be with Mrs. Eta Barton on
Wednesday afternoon, October 20.
Should the weather be Indictment the
meeting stands postponed until
Thursday. october q. Members are
asked to come early as possible as
the afternoons are short for work.
ing. Prepare for lacking.
Hay pressing is the pressing bust
ness of the hour in this vicinity.
Mrs. Bertha CasWell and Mrs.
Bertha Johnson are on the sick list.
Both are gaining at this writing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18
of wounds and disease, SO far as the

of wounds and disease, so far as the
Adjutant Generals report shows.
1t is very evident that there were
greater losses that could not be ac-
counted for. In most of the great
battles some reported missing or
prisoners, and were never heard from
after the battle. The record of some
of the Maine regiments was not sur
passed, and, in one instance, not
equalled by any other state. The
heavy Artillery regiment had 423
killed on the battle front. exceeding
any other regiment in the Union
Army. In one charge in front of
petersburg it's loss in killed and
wounded was far greater than any
other regiment in any one battle dur
ing the war.
The following regiments had over
100 of it's members killed in battle
during the term of service. First
cavalry, ia; heavy artillery. 423;
third Infantry, 1874; fourth. 10; fifth,
10Y; sixth, 1853; seventh, 1913; eighth,
1874; ninth, 1872; eleventh. 1872:
sixteenth. ISL; seventeenth, 20T:
nineteenth, 1872; twentieth. 147;
thirty first, 1873. A proof of THE
last full measure of devotion" that
came to these regiments The killed
ion troops in the service was 5. Ito
per cent. That of the troops from
Maine 6. 4-10.
1t is generally conceded that
Gettysburg was the pivotal and
therefore the most important battle
of the Civil war and the one in
which the very life of the nation
hung in the balance. The following
from Maine were engaged in this
battle: First Cavalry; second, fifth
and sixth Batteries; third, fourth,
nth, sixth, seventh. sixteenth.
seventeenth, twentieth regiments of
infantry, one battalion of the tenth
infantry, and one company of Ber-
dan sharp shooters which by mis-
take, | did not include in the troops
from Maine.
Maine\was we'll represented by the
prominent officers of the Union army.
foremost was Major General Oliver
.. Howard, who went to the front as
colonel of the third Infantry, was
promoted to Brigadier General, then
Major-General and eventually com
manded one wing of Sherman's
Army in it's march to the sea.
Charles D jameson was first Col
onel of the second Infantry, was pro-
NOTED to Brigadier General. Joshua
L. Chamberlain was first Lieut.. Col
onel twentieth Infantry. promoted to
Brigadier General, afterward Cover
nor of Maine. Sclden Conner was
Lieut.. Col. seventh Infantry. promot-
cd to Brig. General, afterward Cover
nor of Maine. Hiram G. Berry, Col
onel of fourth Maine Infantry. pro-
NOTED and was killed at the battle of
Charlottesville while in command of
a division. Many other prominent
officers deserve mention but l must
close here.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18

ing room where was found a beauti-
full birthday cake with the customary
candle decoration and inscription
which he was instructed to cut and
serve. This was a bit too much for
him and he asked that the cake be
cut by proxy. This was permitted
and Mrs. Barry acted as most sue
cessful substitute. Other refresh-
ments consisting of ice cream and
cake were served. Mr.. HAYES was
then presented with a beautiful cleo
trio lamp as a testimonial of Chris
tan love and fellowship, the presen-
tation speech being made by Mr..
Barry. Mr.. Halves expressed his ap-
probation in words most sincere and
at times quite humorous. The party
lasted until late hour at which time
those present departed wishing Mr.
Halves showers of blessings and good
will
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18
PALERMO

Callers at Mrs. Julia Nelson's
Sunday were, Mr.. and Mrs. Dell Cliff
ford, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Clifford and
son, w. b. Clifford, Mrs. Clyde
Hammond and Mr.. and Mrs. Jasper
Connect all of Weeks Mills, also
Myron Fowler and son. Edgar. Miss
Fannie Fowler, Mr.. and Mrs. Oscar
Nelson and family of Albion. Cecil
Knowlton of Augusta. w. B. Nelson,
Western Ridge, Everett Dutton of
China and Miss Myrtle Crommett.
Miss Helen Nelson is employed at
Myron Fowler's. Albion.
Mr.. and Mrs. Z. c. Nelson Of
Cambridge. Mass. were home for
the Columbus Day vacation. Mrs.
Mabel Curtis accompanied them as
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18
WINDSOR

WEST-Mr. and Mrs. r. E Brad
bury and Mrs. Andrews. of Augusta,
were callers at S. p. Barton's on
Tuesday. Overnight guests were E.
r. Trouant and q friend from Dam
ariscotta.
Mrs. Curtis of Augusta is caring
for the household at Roger Reeves.
The Misses Thelma and Esther
Hallowell of the China Road were
business callers in Augusta, Thurs
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18

i g hickman, who has been
Harold y :, ~ the Augusta General
Igiousy II az so far improved in con-
Bsspita.ls l naI he 81 has returned to his
lton inSt :. y pickman street. It VIII
eus At IA davs before Mr.. Dockman
n Be sO, To # but his friends will
p . ho's, TO TO learn that he is very
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18

their regular meeting in the Sunshine
rooms Friday afternoon. Plans were
completed for their annual fair which
will be held in their rooms october 20.
Mr.. and Mrs. Freddie Garneau have
moved from the rooms in Asher Hill
toms house to the rent vacated by
William Brooks over the Elpha Think
ham store.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18

Proposal to Take Bond
Brook Site by Con-
domination Proceed
ings Has Been Bone
of Contention-Sum
Available for Pur-
chase and Mainten-
ance
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18
STATE OF MAINE

County of Kennebec, IS:
october 16, 1926
To J. P. Curtin of Augusta in said
County of Kcnnebec:
Whereas J. z. Curtin on the 18th
day of March, 1926, mortgaged to w
B. Hunt of said Augusta, one Chrys-
Ter Sedan automobile, 1926 model, mo-
tor No. $3.50, serial No. WX 456 w
to secure payment of $1559.S5, which
mortgage is recorded in the city rec
ords of the City of Augusta in Book
80, Page %; and whereas the condi-
tions of said mortgage have been
by given of my intention to foreclose
said mortgage for breach of itss con-
dition.
w. B. Hunt.
Oct1S mon
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18
Grand Army Comrade
Writes of Maine Troops
In War of the Rebellion

ne aO. in the series Of prize by members the Maine
r in the Civil War is the subject
member OF the Grand Army tn Republic
information is printed in full.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18

.,b Of the open Door will
Fhs CfaI ,c-bnorhood meeting at Z
MI hais nt street at 7,30 tonight
Hss ,.,rt will sing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18

- the Claiming Guild
De laa .ssir annual Christmas sale
hold, :. ,r' and Wednesday, Now 81
'rpssaay "''N
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-10-18

Notwithstanding this week the
soli'G dsncing parties, given at
ava's Hall by knight and Haskell
A noa D. he'll held on Tuesday evenings
W M'140 oct1S-1y