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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
DOvER-FOxCR0FT
Foxcroft Academy
Holds Last Chapel

One Of the most impressive exer-
cises of he Commencement>W Week at
Foxcroft Academy was the last
Chapel on Monday, conducted by the
Senior class, c. Ford Dyer. president
of the Student Council presiding.
The opening number was the sing
ing of the Commencement Song, fol-
lowed by the address to under grad
yates by Earle McNaughton, who
offered advise and encouragement to
the coming seniors. The next speak,
tdent of the Athletic Association,
who told Of the work and .aspira-
tons Of this branch Of the Acad-
envy.
Coach Leland March was the next
speaker and he awarded very
handsome silver loving cup to the
Sophomore class for winning the
Academy baseball tournament. Let
tiers were also awarded by Coach
March to the Basketball girls of
1925-26 and to the basketball boys
1885. also the baseball boys OF
1925-26.
Edward NJ. Berry, president of the
Student Council. was the next
speaker and he gave a very inter-
esting talk on the work of the Stud
OliL SOulCll anu lis value " lile
school. in connection with both
students and faculty.. Mr.. Dyer pre-
scented H. Leslie Ferguson of the
school faculty with a very fine Ma
sonic ring from the Senior class, in
appreciation of Mr.. Ferguson's I'M
firing work in directing the Senior"
play and for the many other nice
things he has done during his time
with the school. Mr.. Ferguson was
very much surprised at receiving
this token Of appreciation and re-
sponded in a pleasing manner,
thanking the class of 1926 for their
fine gift.
Mr.. Dyer next presented Foxcroft
Academy with fine bust of Wash
ington which has been placed in the
assembly room of the Academy.
Principal Lindsay March responded.
thanking the Senior class for their
gift, in behalf of Foxcroft Academy.
William Crabtree was the next
speaker and he gave a fine talk on
the Senior Glass.
The Seniors appeared in caps and
gowns for the occasion which was
brought to a close by the singing of
the Glass Ode.
The Baccalaureate sermon was
held Sunday evening at the Congre-
gational church, Rev George E.
Edgett of Guilford officiating. MIR.
Edgett preached a very fine sermon
and was enjoyed by large audience
of students and friends.
The graduation exercises of the
DoverFoxcroft grammar school willy
be held Friday night at Central hall
at o'clock, with 70 students re-
Caiyinp diplomas
Clifford Young of this town was
before Judge H. NJ. Hayes in the
Municipal Court. Monday. charged
with intoxication to which charge
he plead guilty and paid a fine of
$1,000 and costs of prosecution
Complaint was made by Deputy
Sheriff Charles Washburn.
Paul Bennett was before Judge
Hayes, Monday, charged with intox-
ication to which he plead guilty and
paid fine of $1,000 and costs. Dep
uty sheriff Washburn made COM
plant. -.
The business section was very at
tractive on Monday, nearly every
store in town displaying an Amer
lean flag.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
Proper Training
WatchwOrd American
Swimmers i'm France

Boulogne, France, June 15-(P)-
The subject of proper training is the
principal one now occupying the at
tention of Gertrude Ederle and Lii
liam Cannon, American mermaids,
who seek to conquer the English
channel.
Tom Burgess was originally en-
gagged by both. He began first with
Miss Cannon and then with Miss
Ederle upon her arrival later. Miss
Ederle's manager now insists upon
the exclusive services of Burgess.
Miss Cannon may engage Jabez
Wolfe, who trained Miss Ederle last
season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
Student Essays to
Be Read at w. C. T. u.
Guest Night Session

The annual Guest Night of the
Augusta w. C. 7. u. will be held
Thursday evening at the Augusta
Y. NJ. C. A. at which time the new
members who have been enolled in
the recent membership campaign
will be welcomed. At that time al
so the six best temperance essays
out of the 1873 which have been writ
ten and submitted by Sophomores
of Cony High school, in the prize
competition which is being conduct
ed by the Scientific Temperance In
structicn Department Of the local
organization, Mrs. Alice Sheldon,
chairman, will be read and prizes
will be awarded for the best two.
Special music will be presenDd and
delicious refreshments will be sRrv-
ed
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
Funeral of Franklin Emmons

EunefdI OF FRANKLIN En1n1OnS
On Monday afternoon occurred
the funeral service of Franklin
Elliott, little son of Mr.. and Mrs.
Guy Emmons, who was killed on
Saturday evening while playing in
the yard of his home when a cart
body fell on him, breaking his
neck. Rev. George c. Sauer, pastor
of the Baptist Church officiated and
spoke words of comfort to the grief
stricken parents and family. Little
Franklin was the fourth child of
Mr.. and Mrs. Emmons and was
born June 26, 1921. He was a
particularly sweet and lovable child.
The casket reposed in veritable
bower of flowers, which were the
mute offerings of the sympathy of
large circle of friends. Burial
was in Riverview Cemetery. Be-
side the, parents, he leaves two
brothers, Arlon and Harold, and
two sisters, Margaret and Priscilla.
His paternal grandparents, Mr.. and
Mrs Charles Emmons and his
maternal grandfather. Everett Will
Hanson. Among those present from
out of town to attend the funeral
were Mr.. and Mrs. Philip William
son of Waterville and Mr.. and Mrs.
ID. IL. Hobert of Skowhegan.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
SMITHFIELD

Schools in town. except the Oak
Hill school, closed Friday for the
summer vacation.
Muriel and Caroline Hartford arc
i'll with the mumps.
Mrs. Della Baron and daughter.
Lois, of North Arson, were Sunday
callers at Felix Sirois'.
Mrs. +. H. Mare is still very i'll.
Mrs: Frank Caswell and sons,
ernest and Albert. of Mercer, were
guests OF their sister, Mrs. Ida
Clement Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16

Illness of many months from
Brights Disease. Mr.. Jewfh lived
formerly in Madison, but came here.
about eight years ago and conducted
a barber shop. He is survived by
his wife and by one brother, Frank
Jewell of this place. He was 81
years of age. The funeral services
will be held from his late residence
Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
SALEM'S NOTED BANDMASTER
JEAN M. MISSUD

Salem, Mass, June 15.-New Eng
lands noted bandmaster Jean NJ.
Missud, director of the Salem Cadet
Band. is to be signally honored dur
ing the Salem Tercentenary. July
4-1O, by being given charge of the
musical programs to be rendered
during that most notable week. 1t
will be the second time during his
residence here that Mr.. Missud has
participated in a Salem anniversary
of note, the first being in 1878. when
the 250th anniversary of the coming
of Gov. John Endicott was observed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
Carleton School Closes

Miss Gladys Lowell of West Ores
den closed the Carleton school OH
Friday, after a successful year, the
attend lnce being exceptionally good.
After the regular work a spelling
match was held, Arlene CLANCY win
ming.
I:stead Of the usual lu~ch box din
ners the scholars went to nearby
sand pit, built good fire and roasted
"hot dogs" which were enjoyed by
all and digested by lively ball
game. NORMAN Chase captain for
one team. Chester Chase cantain for
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
MONMOUTH
Children's lax

Children's Day was observed at the
Methodist church, Sunday evening, by
union services of the Congregational
and Methodist Sunday schools. Har-
old p. Smith, superintendent of tile
Methodist Sunday school, presided.
DR.. Frederick L. Chenery, Jr, was
organist. Prayer was offered by Rev.
c. ]. Brown. Hymn No. CTS was sung
for the professionals Mrs. Ruth De-
Fratus was the piano accompanist,
and the program included interesting
exercises, dialogues and music. Those
having Rotations or other speaking
parts were: Henry Bergeron, WAL
ter Rragdon, Homer Armstrong, Ro-
land Patten, Richard Kennedy, Amy
Pettengill, Mildred Carr, Janet Foss,
Roger Gordon, Mildred Bragdon, Lo-
rena Hawkins, Floyd Gilman, Elaine
Hawkins, Elmer Parsons, Edward
Pingree, Kenneth Foss, Annie Fol-
som. Earl Flanders, Harold Folsom,
Elva Smith, Ralph Gatchell, Harlan Il
inson, Irma Dudley, Dorothy Plng1 ee,
harlene Folsom, Pearl Frost, Mad
cline Gilman, Margaret Woodbury.,
Stanley Jones, Dorothy Parsons,
Marjorie Parsons, Eleanor Flanders,
Isabel Berry, Sherwood Smith, Helen
Donnell. Robert Libby, Elinor Jones
Virginia Longfellow, Romeo Libby,
Robert Johns"". Carl Huntir~4on,
Roland Liby; those who had singing
parts were: Mildred Bragdon, Mil
dred Carr, Amy Pettengill, Byron
Sinclair, Beulah Slauenwhite, Mary
Kennedy, Madeline De Fratus, Thel-
ma Hill. Theo Hill, Freda Slauen-
white, Pauline Gordon, Riohard Ken
nedy and Henry Bergeron.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
RALPH B. PILLSBURY
Benton
jn10d9t

for on this occasion. and fine pro-
gram will be given.
Supper will be served to the public
by the Congregational Church circle,
Thursday night. June II, at $50, at
of Lewiston will be the speaker of the
evening. Miss Helen E. Andrews Of
Lewiston. will give readings.
DIR. and Mrs. F. L. Chenery attend
ed session Of the Maine Medical AS
ISOLATION at Poland Spring, on Satur-
day.
Among those who attended Com
mencement at Kent's Hill were: Mr..
and Mrs. j. d. Lunn and son John.
Alden Hutchinson. Mr.. and Mrs.
Harry Cochrae. Mr.. and Mrs. E. E.
Day, Mrs. Ruby Haskell, Everett Day,
Mr.. AMI Mrs. j. H. Sanborn and Miss
Ida Robinson.
The Ladies Aid of the METHODIST
church will meet at the chapel,
Thursday afternoon.
The Woman's Christian Temper
ance Union will meet with Mrs. John
Pinkham on Maple street, Friday af-
ternoon.
Miss Martha Blake is the guest of
her brother. Carleton Blake and FAM
lily in Waterville.
Mrs. Cora Gilman and Mrs. Saw
yer and Mrs. Libby of Portland are
at Mrs Gilman's cottage by the lake
for few weeks.
SOUTHERN. Raymond B. Buker
of Sabattus, preached at the church.
Sunday afternoon. He expects to he
here again in two weeks.
Miss kTadalipo potorcOr ia cIiOhfiv
improved from her illness.
A Box Social was held at the home
Of Mrs. w. B. WCodman, Saturday
evening for the benefit Of the Help
ing Hand. A large crowd attended,
a good sum was realized from the
boxes and a pleasant evening was
passed.
Mrs. o. c. True entertained the
Ladies' Whist Club at her home
Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Minnie
Jewett and Mrs. Theo Richardson
won the prizes.
w. r. Tinkham returned Monday
from the G. NJ. G. Hospital, having
received treatment for a sprain
around the knee.
Mr.. and Mrs. Horace Gibson are
entertaining their daughter and FAM
lily from Connecticut.
The Misses Grace and Louise
Crowell of Lewiston were weekend
visitors at w. B. Woodlands.
The condition Of Verne Ranger re-
mains the same.
Asa Ranger and brother Of Wilton
were visitors Sunday, at the home of
their brother, c.. r. Ranger.
Louis Scherzinger has q new
Willys-K knight sedan.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16

a blind peoples association. return
ed Monday.
The Ladies' Social Circle of the
Centenary Methodist church meets
this afternoon with Mrs. c. Jerome
Abbey on Madison avenue.
At the picnic supper of the First
Philathea class to be held, this eve
ming at the home of Col. and Mrs.
Roy T.. Marston, members are to
bring in money earned for class.
Small sums will be as gladly receiv-
ed as larger amounts. All are urged
to attend.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
BELFAST
Mabel A. Seekjns

Mabel A. Seekins
Mabel A. Seekins died Monday In
SwanVille at the age Of 81 years.
She was born there, the daughter Of
John Hall, and was the wife of Frank
0. Seekins. Funeral arrangements
will be announced.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
TO TAKE
OF F FAT
SCIENTIFIC FORMULA
REDUCES
PLEASANTLY-SAFELY
Without Weakening Diets or Strenuous Exercise
TRY 1T AT OUR EXPENSE!

suffering from heart liver are affected
by the burden SYMPTOMS
OF obesity you owe yourself to try and rid yourself
NO matter little
formula
fat
fore each meal and yourself ~ "
WHY WE DO NOT SEND SAMPLES
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
AUGUSTA LOCALS
Telephone Your Locals to 1877

There will be meeting of Kenne-
bee lodge, L. o. o. NJ, No. 1458, this
evening at Grand Army hall.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16

The field day observance of the
Murray Alliance which was to have
been held today at the r. w. Pope
cottage, at Lake Cobbosseeconttee,
has been postponed until some future
date to be decided later.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
Funeral of Mrs. Georgia Dennis

The funeral service for Mrs.
Georgia Dennis was held Tuesday
afternoon at 2 o'clock at the farm
in Athens, which for 60 years has
been her home. The officiating
clergyman was Rev. John Collind,
pastor of the Methodist church IL
Athens village. The bearers were
Amos Chapman, I. N. Hayden, By
ron McCone, and Charles Weston.
The burial was made in family lot
in Southside cemetery in Skowhe-
gan.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16

/ The Helping Hand Sewing Circle
will meet Thursday afternoon, June
II, at the home of Mrs. +. II. Sterl-
ing of rs Arsenal street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
NORRlDCEWOCK

Mrs. Sadie Hafey returned Satur-
day to the home of her son in
Skowhegan, after passing several
days in town with Mrs. Annie EN-
mons.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16

The Mooseheart Legion will meet
at G. A. r. hall this "Wednesday eve
ming.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16

Miss Myrtle e. Berry of North An
son was in this city for a short time
on Tuesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
George ,JeweII

The death of George Jewell oc-
Cured at his home on Monday
morning at eleven o'clock after an
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
Concrete Is the
aristoerat Of bauements
Bangor Keeps Abreast Of
\ Traffic Requirements

Practically every city and town in the
country now recognizes the need for paw
ing designedto Withstand the terrific wear
and tear Of modern traffic.
Yet many communities are paying out
large sums to maintain streets that the
ever-swelling volume Of motor vehicles
has already doomed to ruin.
How much sounder and more sensible in
every way is the policy Of Bangor, Maine,
and the growing list Of other forward
looking cities and towns that are carrying
on systematic, broad-gauged program Of
permanent paving.
Bangor began to pave its streets with con-
crete in 1919, and has continued to do so
every year since.
In this way Bangor is keeping abreast Of
its traffic requirements, instead Of always
tagging behind them.
And-remember that savings on main
tenance are paying good share Of the
cost OF this permanent paving.
A program Of year-by-year paving with
concrete is one Of the soundest invest
ments any community can make.
AL Of the facts are in our
free booklet on Concrete
Streets" Ask for your COPY
PORTLAND CEMENT ASSOCIATION
10 High Street
BOSTON
Il National Organization to
Improve and Extend the Uses of Concrete
OFFICES IN 81 CITIES
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
Mrs. Hiram II. Perkins

Mrs. Eileen Perkins, wife of HI
ram b. Perkins of Spring street,
died Tuesday forenoon at Somerset
hospital, where she had been a
patient for the past five months,
having been stricken with a shock
on January Z. She bore her illness
with much bravery and cheerful
ness, showing the same spirit that
she did when her daughters, Edith
and Alice, passed away. Because of
her many fine Qualities Mrs. Perkins
was greatly beloved by all who
knew her. Mrs. Perkins was the
daughter of William and Lucinda
Randlett Clark and was born in So
lon 6S years ago last March. She
leaves her husband, who. is in frail
health, an aged sister, Mrs. Alfretta
Hall of Bethel, and more distant rel
atives and many friends. The fu-
neral service will be held at the
home of her sister-in- law, Mrs Caro-
Ign =. Fairbrother. on Madison ave-
nue., Friday at noon. Burial will be
made in the family lot in the South
side cemetery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16

"Old Friends Day" will be observed
by Monmouth Grange, Wednesday,
June 16. at a day meeting. A large
number of invited guests is planned
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
Annual Meeting Somerset Lodge

Inc annual meeting of Somerset
Lodge, F. and A. M, No. 81, was
held at Masonic hall Monday night
The annual reports of officers were
submitted. The following officers
and committees were elected: Wor-
shipful master, Leon E. Wilbur; Sc
nior warden, Frank r. Madden; jul
Nor warden, Ralph T. Jenkins; Sec
rotary. John II. Lancaster; treasur-
err, George A. Moore; trustee, Will
liam r. Elliott; senior deacon, John
Lewis; junior deacon, William F.
Witham; senior steward, Jerry f.
Cole; junior steward, Harry l.. Larry
organist, Harry A. Dinsmore; build
ing committee. w. r. Elliott, Guy
l.. Conant, Leslie H. Goldsmith: fl
nance committee, Harold c. Wood
bury, John Lewis. Bert B. Harville.
Following the election the officers
were installed by Past Worshipful
Master Ernest c. Butler. Appointed
officers will be appointed later. Re-
freShments were served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
Lincoln Pomona .

the other. Score to 4 in favor of
Chester's team.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16
(Political. ADVERTISEMENT

II is your privilege and duty go to
the polls to \ vote June 21st. For
county commissioner, vote for
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-06-16

Mr.. and Mrs. Charles n. Jones and
s. children Chester and Jessie, are
moving to Corinna the last of this
month. They have many friends
who regret their removal.
Miss Cornelia Adair, Colby stu
dent, was q guest the first of the
week of a college friend, Miss Mil
dred Fox, at the home of her par
ents. Mr.. and Mrs. T. C. Fox.
Miss Marjorie A. Tozier, S. H. S.
'26, left Tuesday for Hollis Center
to pass some time with her parents.
Mr.. and Mrs. Agiel Leo. Mr.. and
Mrs. Norris Roullard and Mr.. and
Mrs. Willard Moody and little son,
David, motored to Stratton the first
Of the week and camped at Cathe-
dral Pines and returned by Range
ley Lakes.
Ralph Lewis of Boston, who from
19G0-1912 was superintendent of the
Great Northern Paper mill at Mad
ison, who had been in Madison, was
in town Monday night on return.
Eleanor Larry is at the home of
her uncle and aunt, Mr.. and Mrs.
Selvin l.. Flanders, for the summer.
Miss Geneva Lunt has returned
from Boston, where she received
surgical treatment for her throat at
the New England Deaconess hospit-
al, from which she is much bene-
fitted.
Miss Mildred Dennis, a student at
Pennington Normal school, is at
her home in Athens, called there
by the death of her grandmother,
Mrs. Georgia Dennis.
Linden c. Lancaster, who came
home Thursday night to be here for
the graduation of his daughter, Miss
Mildred Lancaster, from S. H. S.,
returned Monday to Everett, Mass,
where he is employed.
Mr.. and Mrs. Guy Kennedy of
Clinton were in town Monday on
their return from Pennington.
Miss Mildred Fox attended senior
dance at Colby, Monday night, being
a guest of Mr.. Roach.
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Ladies Of Past Noble
Grand'S Assn. Entertained

Mrs. Eugene Tarbox on Monday
afternoon at her home on Cedar
street happily entertained the ladies
of the Past Noble Grandsr Associa-
| ton of Priscilla Rebekah lodge.
There was a good attendance. The
| monthly business session was held
| with the president, Miss Alice, f.
Danforth, presiding. Mrs. Mary NJ.
Hurley submitted the secrstary's re-
port. Routine business was trans
acted. 1t was a great pleasure to
the association to have one of its
members, Mrs. Mary H. Bailey of
st. Petersburg, Fla, present, who
had not been in attendance at a
meeting for Is months, and also the
presence of guest, Mrs. Ella
Woodward of Champaign, ILL.,, a past
noble grand of a lodge in that city.
Interesting readings were given by
Mrs. Mary NJ. Hurley, Mrs. Carrie
Birce, Mrs. Cora Hurley, Mrs. Alice
S. Baker. Both Mrs. Woodward and
Mrs. Bailey made pleasing remarks.
The hostess served a delicious cold
meat and salad supper. The rooms
were decorated with beautiful bou-
quets of flowers. The afternoon was
delightful one for all present. The
next event for the association will be
the annual field day, when Mrs.
Mary NJ. Hurley will be the hostess.
The place of the meeting will be an
nounced later
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1926-09-10
WORLD NEWS

BRAZIL
Japanese Immigrants-Seve hun
dred japanese immigrants, all bound
for Sac Paulo, arrived in Rio de jan
eiro, on the S. S. "Plata Maru" on
June 25. The number is among the
largest which has ever arrived here
on one vessel.
CANADA
Labor ShOrtage-A survey made
recently by the Employment Service
of Canada and current reports in the
local press indicate that both skilled
and unskilled labor is in demand i'll
practically all sections of the On
tario district.
PORTUGAL
Emigrants for AngOla-It is Off
cially reported that the Government
of Angola has expressed its approval
of the suggestion of the Czechoslovak-
ian Consul in Lisbon that emigration
from this country to Angola be en-
couraged
Preparatory Trade School Di-
rector of Industries, at Madras, has
published a statement to the employ
ers, intimating that the government
has sanctioned the opening of a pre-
paratory trade school which will be
attached to and form a part of the
government trade school, at present
conducted by the Department in
Broadway, Madras. In the new pre-
paratory school it is hoped to provide
a preparatory training calculated to
turn out men educationally fit to en-
ter upon industrial apprenticeships
with a reasonable chance of their be-
coming good workmen by wedding out
the unsuitable before too much of
their time has been wasted.
Newark leader. ([Newark, Ohio]) 1917-1946, 1926-09-10
w. VIRGINIA IN FRONT RANKS

Editor Leader-West Virginians,
now residents of Licking county, but
dating from earlier years in the
Mountain State, are rapidly moving
toward permanent organization.
West Virginia is mountainous and
it's people, as rule, are well develop
ed and virile. They need no eulogy
as to their patriotism, for it is a mat
ter of history that they belong to
that element whose stubborn alleg-
lance to the Stars and Stripes at
tracted attention all over the civilized
world, and warranted congress to
allow a new state to form within the
boundaries of one already existing.
West Virginia, consisting of fifty
seven counties, became a member Of
the Union, January 1, 1868.
In their exodus West Virginians
practically colonized certain districts
notably is this true near Highwater
this county, where there is a culture
of a dozen, families, most of whom
possess and cultivate with profit
farms of great productivity.
For some intangible reason West
Virgianians, as a class, rank high IL
the fine walks of life. In art and lit
erature and science they have few
equals and nossuperiors in any other
state of the Union, or for that matter,
the world.
Former residents of the Mountain