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The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-02-26
"Bad Luck" Burgess Career

DAD LUCK burgess SarCCr
Just why Capt Samuel South Bur-
j CESS should have gone on account
is difficult to understand. A native
of New York, he was a man of educa-
ton, social position and some wealth.
But in the school of legalized priva-
teering in the West Indies he first
learned his lesson of violence which
sent him eventually out under the
Jolly Roger Then, too, his employer,
New York shipbuilder and owner,
hired him to trade with the pirates In
Madagascar, and In that occupation 1t
was easy enough for him to do some
freebooting on his own account.
He disposed Of several prize ships
in the West Indies and then returned
to New York to give an accounting to
his employer. At Sandy Hook he pur-
posely wrecked his vessel and landed
as an honest shipwrecked sailor. His
employer, Phillips by name, evidently
still held him In high regard for Bur
CESS settled down for awhile, married
relative of Phillips, and a short time
later was sent out on two more voy-
ages which he conducted honestly
enough and profitably to them both.
A later voyage came near proving
his undoing. He had been trading
with the pirates in Madagascar and
was returning home with several of
them as passengers when his ship was
captured by an East Indiaman off Of
the Cape Of Good Hope and taken to
Madras. The captain and his COM
panions were put in irons and sent to
England for trial. Burgess, however,
was freed, but instead Of leaving the
country fingered around London.
There he fell In with an old pirate
comrade who betrayed him and again
he was put on trial. He was con-
demned to death, but at the last mo-
ment was pardoned by the queen.
Then he shipped as mate of a Scotch
vessel, the Neptune, and soon after
wards was ringleader in mutiny.
The mutineers reftted the Neptune
and embarked upon career of plum
dering which proved very successful.
Finally Burgess decided to retire from
piracy and settled in Madagascar.
But he took to the sea again and
bad fortune persistently followed him
until Burgess Bad Luck became al
most proverbial. While serving under
one pirate captain, he was accused of
betraying some of his comrades, and
all of his savings taken away from
him. On another voyage he was cap
tured by Dutch pirates who In turn
were captured by some French cor
sairs who marooned Burgess and his
mates on the east coast of Africa. Al
Youngoul Burgess shipped as third
mate on a vessel bound for the West
indies. Then came the climax of his
career. He was sent as
ambassador to a local king whom he
had once offended. So the monarch
gave him some poisoned liquor and
the gallOws was cheated again.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-02-26
Treating Snake Bite

Rattlers despise musk, tobacco and
turpentine. They do most of their
sleeping in the daytime and hunt at
night. Permanganate of potash placed
In the wound after 1t. has been sliced
deeply with knife will neutralize
the venom 1t comes in contact with,
but will not follow it through the
system. Il applied. within five or six
minutes after the subject has hee.,
bitten. It will hold him up until h
gets to doctor.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-02-26
Old Banking Institutions

The oldest bank in the world Is the
Bank O. England, established In 1894.
Banks were established on the CONT
nent OF Europe, particularly in Venice
and Amsterdam, about two centuries
before that, but none {. them now
exist. The largest bank In the world
Is Barclays Bank, Ltd. London.
England, with total capital of a
little over 24,0O0,OO0 pounds, equal to
about $12OOOO,OOO.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-02-26
Destroying Cot-Tails

The application of chemicals In
water In which weeds are growing is
not considered practicable way to
destroy plants like cat-tails. whose
roots are deeply imbedded In the mud.
The pond may be drained and plowed,
or If the pond Is shallow the weeds
may be held in check by moving.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-02-26
NnjoI relieves constipation in Natures onn ray

overtaxing the intestinal muscles.
Nujol can be taken for any length Of
time without i'll effects. To insure
internal cleanliness, it should be
taken regularly in accordance with
the directions on each bottle. Unlike
laxatives, it does not form habit
and can be discontinued at any time.
Ask your druggist for Nujol today.
Remove the cause of bad breath and
begin to enjoy the perfect health
that is possible only when climina-
ton is normal and regular.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-02-26

Constipation is dangerous for any
body. Nujol is safe for everybody.
It does not affect the stomach and
is not absorbed by the body. Med
ical authorities approve Nujol be-
cause it is so safe, so gentle, and so
natural in its action.
Nujol simply makes up for a def
Cheney temporary or chronic lin
the supply of natural lubricant in
the intestines. Il softens the waste
matter and thus permits thorough
and regular elimination without
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-02-26

bullfrog only decided to jump off. He
didn't jump"
Then the lawyer impressed upon his
audience that person who would win
success must act promptly on his de-
cisions.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-02-26
The real cause Of bad breath

ou cover up unpleasant breath for any length of
time The only way to rid yourself permanently of is by
removing the
Sometimes poor teeth responsible. But the
of coated tongue and offensive breath constipation
You may realize that your intestines slow em
mating NATTER that your breath Objectionable But
others will notice it.
Get rid of constipation and your breath will become fresh and
sweet. Even important, you will notice immediate
Improvement in your health and spirits.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-02-26
We Get You, John

A Chinaman's description of piano
Them box. you fight him In the teeth,
he cry"
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-02-26

If man with mean disposition
strives to conquer it, he also deserves
to be an angel.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24
Fined for Reckless
Driving Result
Of Bad Accident

Willie Poulin of this city was
found guilty on a charge of reck-
less driving, when arraigned before
Judge Robert A. Cony in Augusta
municipal court Thursday morning
and was sentenced to pay a fine of
$75 and costs of $40 additional, or
to serve two months in Jail. The
charge was preferred by Lieutenant
Joseph f. Young, Jr., of the State
Highway police and was the result
of a bad accident on the Bond
Brook road late Tuesday night when
Poulin and four others in a Buick
roadster left the highway on the
turn near the Mclean farm, snapped
one telegraph pole into three pieces
and struck a second pole some so
feet beyond.
Lieutenant Young and Chief Ske-
han of the Augusta police both tes-
tilted to viewing the scene of the
accident, and from their observations
expressed the opinion that the Pou-
lin automobile was being operated
in reckless manner. Poulin agreed
to pay the fine and costs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24
NATIONAL HOME

Officer of the day, Capt Charles A.
Dunno.
Peter Conley. late Co. C. 1 R. 1.
Inf, has been granted a discharge
from the Home.
The returns from furloughs Thurs
day were Hugh Daley from Concord,
VT, and Edward F. Bouley from
Marlboro.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Hassam of
Charlestown was at the Branch on
Thursday to attend the funeral OF
the late Mayhem J. Hassam.
jefferson Ellis and Charles II.
Twiss have been admitted to the
Home hospital for treatment.
The pictures for Friday evening
will be Johnny Hines in Rainbow
Riley with Pathe News and
comedy.
The funeral of the late William W.
Robinson will be held in the Home
at 1890 Friday, Chaplain A. J. Hayes
officiating.
The funeral of the late Mayhem
]. Hassam was held in the Home
chapel at 1890 Thursday, Chaplain
A. ]. Hayes officiating. Tiffany
Camp No. 4, U. S. W. ". Ensign
Worth Bagley Post No. 8, V. F. W..
and Ivan Bicknell Post No. 80, A. L.,
attended in body and acted as
escort to the cemetery
The following have been transfer
red to other Branches: Edward j.
Mcdonnell to the Danvill Branch.
Charles z. Richard to the North
western Branch and Malachi E. Kit
tredge and James Marley to the
Southern Branch.
The following went Thursday TO
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24
DR.. WALTER C. NELSON, DIRECTOR
STATE DIACNOSTIC LABORATORY
TELLS KIWANIANS OF FUNCTIONS
MERRILL Named
PRESIDENT CITY
BOWLING LEAGUE

Arthur S. Merrill was elected presi-
dent of the Augusta Bowling League
at meeting of those interested in the
project at the Y. NJ C. A. Wednesday
evening. Thomas S. Smith will act as
secretary and treasurer. There is much
enthusiasm over the prospects for a
record season this year with the added
facilities installed this summer at the
I. NJ. c. A. The improvements include
three new bowling alleys and with the
extra lanes it was Immediately decid-
ed to increase the number of teams in
the city league to II.
Twelve teams have already signified
their intentions of joining the newly
organized circuit. Business matters
pertaining to the league will be han
died by committee composed of Lou
Winship. Eddie Lausier and Arthur
Merrill.
The league schedule officially opens
October 4th, but it has been arranged
to stage several matches on the night
of october 1, when the new alleys will
be formally opened and dedicated The
following social and industrial organ
iZations will have teams in the league:
Rotary Club, kiwanls Club, American
Legion, Y. NJ. c. A.. Calumet Club,
kennebec Journal. Central Maine Pow
err Company, Gannetls, Edwards, Wick
cry & Hill. State House, and the Au-
gusta Press.
The matches this year should be
close and the teams we'll matched. Ar
thur Merrill, a member of the Legion
team, which has already won two legs
on the trophy. will in all probability
cast his lot with the Kiwanis Club this
winter, and several other first string
bowlers will be seen with new clubs
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24
Maine c.. E. Union
Annual Convention
Lewiston, Oct. 22-24

Several fine speakers are scheduied
tn address the Endeavorers of the
state of Maine at the annual conVen-
tidn of the Maine Christian Endeavor
Union which is to be held october ~.
% and "a at Lewiston. according to
letter which has been mailed to the
various members of the organization
bv state President D. Saunders Pat
terson of this city. Among them are
Rev. Stanley B. Vandersan of the
United Society of Christian Endeavor;
Pew. GEORGE F. Finnie, pastor of the
United Baptist church of Lewiston;
Rey. Fletcher Knollin of Watervllle,
Rev. A. T. McWhorter of this city,
Rev. Benjamin F. Browne Of Rockland,
Rev. ]. Charles Macdonald of Auburn,
Rev. Donald Pioneer of Wilton and
others.
The convention is to be held at the
new and beautiful United Baptist
church in Lewiston and IL is anticl-
mated that a record attendance will be
noted for the three days. The En-
deavorers of Lewiston and Auburn
are working hard to make this the I'm
est convention ever held.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24
Executive Group of
Symphony Orchestra
To Plan for 9TH Season

The executive board of the Angus
ia Symphony Orchestra will meet
next Tuesday evening at the office OF
Prof. E. r. Hill, the conductor of the
orchestra, and one of the members Of
the board, to plan for the seventh
season of this. citizens orchestra
which has proved so popular with
local music lovers. 1t is expected
that the first private rehearsal of the
orchestra will be held on Sunday
Oct. 10. at City hall.
The members of the board Of d.
rectorss are, President William Beau
chaine, r. f. Beane, w. p. Berry, A.
+. Wood, Mrs. Thomas Cony and +
r, HILL
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24
FIRE Chief McCURDY
DIRECTS Department
AT FIRST ALARM fire

Damage estimated at over s1ooo
and which 1t Is understood was COW
ered by insurance, was caused about
S.46 Thursday afternoon bv fire
starting from an unknown cause IN
the ell OF the home of John Damren
at "a North Belfast avenue. The
family was away at the, time the
olaze was discovered by a neighbor
and a telephone call sent the chemi-
cal combination truck to the house.
Wnen the truck arrived the men sa
that more help would be, needed and
tney pulled an alarm from Box as.
winch brought the remainder of the
apparatus.
They found the interior Of the ell
OF the house a mass of flames and
the hre had eaten its way up through
into the second story. It was found
necessary to cut through the roof in
one or two places to get water onto
the blaze and the kitchen was wet
down where the fire had worked its
way along the ceiling.
The blaze was first discovered by
Mrs. Osmond Allen, whose house is
nearby. At that time the inside of
the ell was all ablaze and she hur-
iiCu W TIE nome OF q nelShDOr to
telephone for the fire department.
She was unable to get an answer to
her knock on the door for a minute
and in the meantime Mrs. Harry
Jose and Mrs. ]. J. Longfellow who
were in the Longfellow house saw
her and then the fire and. put in q
call for the department. Then they
called for Mrs. Damren, who soon
put in an appearance. While this
was going on Dewey Green broke in
the window and 1t was thought that
he had endeavored to put the blaze
out with a garden hose, as one was
found there which had been in use.
but although he was seen to break
in the window. no one had seen him
use the hose. He could not be found
in the crowd to verify this report.
This was the first box alarm that
has been answered by George Nc
Curdy, the new chief. since taking
that position, and he directed the
work of the men in a very fine man.
ner. keeping the water damage down
as much as possible, without giving
the flames chance to get out OF
control
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24

u .he residence OF B. A. Woodbridge
- North Newcastle. Me.
SEPT. IS, 1926 at 9 A. M.
b had of cattle, is head of regis
III Jerseys. 4 new mich cows, 9
ts,sosrs. s yearlinss. I three.year-
|. re rssuis.ered Jersey bull, yearling
...sv bull. 6 horses, 2 saddlers, 3
n.,w draft horses from 1900 to 400;
.seed horse, mark 2.25!4 this year;
l!studebaker big six 7-passenger
s.urinu car; / Buick coupe; 1 bort
E,ino car; Ford truck! I Ford
Eurina car; 4 Ford motors; 1 man.
L. ,preader, | double-heavy horse
k,+ / single horsecart. 8 riding
g,uons, / set Of double harness, I lot
4, borse collars, Babcock milk tester,
,cetyIene welding outfit, steam
kd,anizer, I gas engine, SO bushels
4 ro.atoes, Household articles and
k,ry other tools.
NJ. S. ToMLIN3oN
Owner
Il WARE, Auctioneer
4 stormy next fair day except Sun
day. Lunch at noon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24
5000 Fans Get Fight
Dope Straight From
Arena ViaK.J Service

hs W Kn over 5000 rabd fss fans ad THURSDAY night in front
as th wire as ts Tuney fight quite
less Of where their placed And the final
cornice of the building.
was certainly aedy partisan gathering with showing
hterest by attending the festivities
sr0~d that the entire front Of the railroad station
beno t nnmany with lane Just wide enough for
radio fans quite satisfactory with regard
oe sven the dope just fast possible
h Inc to the second story window from which the
h9ht was Water silent
ouns and after the fight ephone calls answered this
once noticeable that of
women was thought that all Of the had their
ing mnge crowd Of such dimensions st had
out.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24
Max Scholinck

The death of Max Scholinck &C.
CURED in the hospital here Wdnes-
day night. He was born in Portland
about 35 years ago but had resided in
Haverhill for several years. He en-
listed in Co. f Battery, 3rd U. S.
Field Art, at Lawrence, July II,
1917, and was discharged at Camp
Travis, Texas, Nov. IS, 1918. He
came to the Home from HaverhilI
Aug. 2. 1926. A wife and two chill
dren of Haverhill survive.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24
Card of Thanks

We wish to express our thanks tc
the officers of the Home, the Hospital
employees, and the Sc military
organizations for their many kind
nesses in the illness and death oil
Mayhem J. Hassam, and for the for
al tributes.
MIR. AND MRS. JOHN HASSANI
MIR. AND MRS. EUGENE BAILEY
MIR. AND MRS. WILLIAM WAS
GAIT,
MIR. AND MRS. JOSEPH WELL
MAN.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24
CONY HIGH NOTES

The Cony High school student
council elected Betty Thorne and
Robert Paige to act as cheer leaders
for the coming athletic year. The
faculty coaches will be Mr.. Leighton
and Mss Littlefield,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24

The four Augusta boys who entered
Bowdoin College this fall have been
pledged to the fraternities which they
will join. Howard Stiles and Gilmour
soule, both stars on the 1925 football
team at Cony, will join Zeta Psi,
while Dick Bell and "Dinsy" Dinsmore,
who also made regulations as athletes
at Cony, will be affiliated with Delta
Kappa Epsilon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24

New Harbor deep sea fishing: Col.
Keith Ryan. Major ]. w. Loughlin,
Captain Niles l.. Perkins, Capt. Dam
iel F. Ivory, Capt. J. r. Waltman,
DR.. f. j. Burnett and DR.. J. W.
Christensen.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24

Cushnoc Grange will meet in reg
ular session this Friday evening and
a good attendance is desired as ar
engagements will be made for the
annual fair. Members are expected
to come prepared to answer the
roll call with a quotation or story.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24

Dr. Walter C. Nelson, member of
the club. will be the speaker at the
regular meeting of the Rotary club
to be held this evening at the Au
gusta House at els o'clock. DR..
Nelson will speak on his classical
ton of Diagnostician of the State
Laboratory.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24

sfth and sixth degrees will be
Tas .rsd at a meeting to be held at
l'al s.nrth Augusta Grange hall next
y s evening. September rs. APP
Taes .so,s will be received at the
nns hall preceding the conven-
fee' - the session at 7.30 o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24

Mr.. and Mrs. Manley Haskell and
son Kenneth returned Wednesday
evening after enjoying a trip during
which they visited with relatives at
Woodstock, n. H., with friends In
Vermont and went into Canada.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24

There will be whist party I'M
der the auspices of the ladies of
Mooseheart Legion at the home of
Mrs. Rowe, A IL Gage street, this
evening. All members are request
ed to participate.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24

this year. The new alleys will give ev-
eryone chance to compete in this
popular winter sport and a record sea-
son is confidently expected by CANDLE
pin enthusiasts
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24
NOTICE

,.resy give notice to all persons
,ssy are forbidden to extend cred
NV wife, Mrs. Grace Kenney, as
.s.r nav no bills of her contracting
ser ''''N FRED KINNEY.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24
LOCAL NOTICE

..,,er big invoice of the latest
A ,.S;ss, and misses smart dresses:
ar silk and wool material. IN all
49, ~. and sizes, at Katherine Gray's
ta.ss shop. 263 Water street. over
Evenings store. Tel. 117o.
iSS' sept24-25
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24

r. c. Riley of Winthrop was
Thursday business visitor in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24

Intentions of marriage have been
filed at the office of the city clerk
by Anthony Rizzo of Revere, Mass,
and Majorie Elvey of Somerville,
Mass, and by Stanley M. Black and
Elizabeth True, both of Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24

Mr.. and Mrs. John Carver Of Read
field were visitors in this city Thurs
day. Mr.. Carver is superintendent of
schools in that town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24

.v carl N. Blackington Of Wa
Atto'A. .as a visitor in Augusta
yTsihss. coming to this city on legal
I.sness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24
LOCALS

.,ec Pomona Grange viii
iEennsasv with Sidney Grange.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-24
AUCTION SALE

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New Britain herald., 1926-04-17
Social Activities About Town

Easter week with it's almost ceaseless succession of entertainments for spring brides but forernner of of the busiest spring record for the fash ion&be world At times it almost impossible to ar range date for every party feed the brdestob Tonight will of the largest of the April weddings that of Miss Frances Dean daughter of Mr. and Mrs D. F. Dean of Pittsburgh Pa and Kenneth Vreeand son of Mr. and Mrs J. H. Vreeand of West Hartford The wedding will take place at the Asylum Hill Congregational church in Hartford and will draw large assembage from town
 An effort Is being made to make the forthcoming May ball of May Sth the crownng event of the season at the Shuttle Meadow club For years the house committee has given what is known "May Ball. coming late in the season and with few exceptions almost the large party of the calendar 1t always attracts of the largest gather n5 of the year, Preceded by number of dinner parties t the club and at home in addition to the many folk who usually drop later in the evening it goes without saying that it's is already assured SiYaifc will play for the dancing.
 The series of bridges known at the Shuttle Meadow club at the Wednesday luncheon bridge parties are again coming into prominence. Their popularity rises and falls with the seems, during the winter there was naNod falling off in the number of auction enthusiasts but since early April there has been rapid increase in their popularity AS the goes many of the luncheon parties will be followed by golf which is becoming ncreas- ngy popular with the advent of spring Mrs Howard Buemmer, Mrs. Jonathan Hart and Mrs. H. L. Mills were among those entertaining friends at the club this week
 Summer plans are being made and some of the more enthusiastic folk already opening nearby summer homes for the weekend house parties,
 The clubs are very active at this of the year preparing for their annual uncheons and last meetings of the with the election of officers and plans for fall opening meetings,
New Britain herald., 1926-04-17

April 27. Miss Margaret Brennap will be The maid of honor ana Richard Martin of Ansonia will be MT. McNamara's best man. Miss Rose Orecchio of Kensineton and Marine Pegilo of Plainviile vcre married Wednesday morning at St. Paul's church in Kensington, Rever- .end John C. Brennan officiating.
 They were attended by Miss Lena .Orecchio. sister of the bride, and Robert Toflon.
 The bride was becoming attired In q gown of white canton crepe and she wore a veil. She carried a bou- quet of roses and lilies of -the-valley The maid of honor wore a gown Of beige colored crepe and she carried q bouquet of peach roses and sweet peas.
 After the ceremony reception was held at the home of the bride, about 100 guests being present. An orchestra furnished music for the occasion and bountiful luncheon was served. Mfr. and Mrs. Pegiio left on wedding trip to New York city and will reside in Barnesdale upon their return.