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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-02-12

the grantees should settle on the land
at least five settlers, and that these
should clear not less than five acres
each. The land was.not settled for
upwards Of half century after the
date Of the grant. It was explored by
a resident Of Bloomfield, who report
ed IL unfit for cultivation and of but
little value. 1t was sold to Andrew
Morse, Jedediah Hayden and Ma
thaniel Blackwell and proved after
wards to be one of the best timbered
townships in that region. e1
The first building was erected by
subscription on the part Of the resi-
dents Of the town. The date was
1914. The structure was very plain
and was abandoned in 1910 and after
that the school was removed from
place to place.
In 1915 the trustees of the Aca-
DENY made proposals to the trustees
of the Maine Literary and Theo-
logical Institution (now Colby Col
lege)- to locate that institution here
and voted to turn over to them the
Academy building and its funds and
1t looked at one time that the matter
was settled. but a more tempting Of
fer was made by Waterville and 1t
was located there.
The first term Of the Academy was
held in 1914 under Rev. James Hall.
a native Of Scotland and q graduate
of Edinburg University. The at
tendance numbered thirteen students.
In 1920 this number had increased TO
II.
Mr.. Hall was successful teacher
and was reputed to be one Of the best
mathematician in the state. He re-
manned until 1928 and was succeeded
by Weston B. Adams. who taught
until 1888 when he resigned to be-
come preacher. His successor was
Francis A. Vose, who remained I'M
til 1888. Mr.. Vose was succeeded by
Daniel Dole. This institution became
firmly established and second to none
with students attending from all
parts Of the state.
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NoRRIDCEWOCK

The Woman's Missionary Society
OF the Baptist Church met Tuesday
afternoon at the home of Mrs. Grace
Williamson with Mrs. Edna Emmons
as assisting hostess.
Adelbert Bigelow is on the sick list
The date of the Annual High
School play has been fixed for Febru-
airy 10, and will occur at the Town
Hall. The play this year is Aaron
Slick of Punkin Crick. The proceeds
will be used to defray the expenses
of graduation.
Lincoln Day exercises are to be
held Friday, the closing day of school
by the pupils of Mrs. shepherds
school.
Evangelist d. II. Hanson. who has
been conducting series of meet
ings at the Adventist. Church is in
Gardiner this week. He will return
with Mrs. Hanson, and they will re-
i main here several months, having
taken rooms with Mrs. Sara Frederic
for light housekeeping.
Miss Alice Hodgkins teacher of the
Sth grade, has been suffering with an
attack of tonsilitis.
George Jewell, who has been
seriously Ill for several weeks. Is
SllSntly peter.
The Folsom Potatoe House shipped
another carload of potatoes last
week Of $40 bushels.
Word has been received from
Crowell Wade, who is a patient at
the Maine Eye and Ear Infirmary in
Portland, that the condition of his
eyes is much improved. Mr. Wade
has been there about four weeks.
Miss Esther Tuttle has finished her
winter term of school at East Mercer.
The Congregational Sunday School
recently organized. with Mrs. Blanche
Folsom as superintendent, shows in
creased attendance and interest each
week. Seven classes have been
formed as follows: Mems Glass, Rev.
F. G.. Davis, teacher: Young Mems
Class. Rev. A. G. Peacock. teacher:
Ladies' Glass with Mrs. Mabel Miller
and Mrs. Josephine Whiting as
teachers: Girls Glass. Mrs. Laura
Lockwood, teacher; Primary Glass.
Mrs. Grace Smith. teacher; Begin
ner's Glass. Mrs. Florence Taylor
! teacher with Mrs. Amy Shepherd as
teacher. The school NETS every Sun
day afternoon at the close of the
preaching service or about 3.15.
The Oosoola Embroidery Club were
entertained on Tuesday afternoon at
the home of Mrs. Laura Lockwood.
Delicious refreshments were served
by the hostess.
Ralph futile is fixing over a part
Of the house which he bought last
summer. into a rent which will be oc-
cupied, when ready. BY Mr.. and Mrs.
Roy Devereaux.
An item which will interest many
Norridgewock friends was published
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-02-12
Bloomfield Academy
Incorporated in 1907 :

The honored institution known as
Bloomfield Academy. was incorporat-
ed as Canaan Academy by the
General Court of Massachusetts, on
February II, 1907. The first board
of directors consisted Of Judah Nc
Lellan, Seth Currier, Benjamin
Shepherd. Josiah Locke. Eli Weston
John Weston and Solomon Steward
of Canaan: Rev. John Lawrence of
Cornville: Rev. Joshua Cushman of
Winslow; Reuben Kidder of Water
Vile; John G. Neil and Daniel
Steward of Norridgewock. This
board first met on June 10 1912 and
voted ito build an Academy building,
"a by So and IL feet posts. The
name was changed to Bloomfield
Academy in 1917. and soon after,
the institution received a grant of
land to the extent of half a township
This land was located in the planta-
ton of Coplin in the county OF
Franklin. and the provision upon
which the grant was made was that
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-02-12
Skowhegan Grange
Celebrates Bic Event

The celebration of the fiftieth an
niversary of Skowhegan grange.
Wednesday, was one of the big events
in the history of the ORDER There
was a very large attendance notwith
standing the severe weather. The
auditorium of the hall was decorated
with bunting while at the back o.
the stage were the national colors,
against which were the figures 1876
1925. Dinner was served at noon un
der the direction of Mr.. and Mrs. w.
B. Whittier, Mr.. and Mrs. f. r. Hill.
Mrs. Bernice Castle and Mrs. Celeste
Roullard. The tables We're decorated
in red and green and the center table.
reserved for the older members Of the
grange, was especially favored with
a large birthday cake, decorated with
pink and white icings and many can
dies. This cake was made by Mrs.
Omar Beaulier. At the conclusion OF
the dinner, Mr.. and Mrs. Abel Pat
ten, the only surviving charter
members, were presented with a.
beautiful bouquet of flowers. The af-
ternoon program, which was in
charge of Mr.. and Mrs. Samuel F.
Emerson, Mr.. and Mrs H. N. Pratt
and MIR. and Mrs. Abel H. Pa IN,
wa. as f." IS:
remarks by A. II. Patten; some
Incidents Of the Past Fifty Years." by
w. B. Whittier; ramarks, Davis Mil
Ter; Mrs. c. D. Miller read a poem
about old time songs and sang
verse from each; remarks and origi-
nal poem by S. F. Emerson; piano
solo. Harry A. Dinsmore; reading,
Mrss. Addie Beale; remarks, Cyrus
w. Goodrich; talk by Mrs. Cyrus W.
Goodrich, who read a letter from
Miss Emma Hall, now in California;
song and encore by Worthy Master
e. f. Harris, Mrs. Tuscan, accom-
PIANIST; poem by Mrs. Marilla Har-
mon; original poem by Mrss. Herbert
N. Pratt; song, Freed Nye, accom-
panied by Mrs. Herbert Pratt; re-
marks. Horace Hoxie; "reminiscences
Of the grange, Fred c. Dunlap; story
and remarks, Delbert Hobart; origi-
nal poem. S. F. Emerson; Our
Wort for the Future" E. K. Harris.
An oyster supper was served at
80, after which the evening pro-
gram was presented: Vocal solo, Mrs.
Pearle Pomerleau; paper ritual, S. F.
: nerson; ing. Mrs. H. A. Dins-
more; duet, Mrs. c. D. Miller and F.
{. Nye; sunbonnet drill; music:
omic opera; monologue Mrs.
hauncey Locke; music, group of
Dung people; Future of the
range" Worthy Master e. Il. Har-
riS.
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with pneumonia at her ho,as :. :,
street, has been taken to he b, WI
Hospital. S's'eiE
Christine Morey Is confines !. :
horse with the grippe. !" y:
Mrs. George Smith has rats.
from Clinton where she hss 'usne
visiting Mrs Bradford srIsS go
has been III with the grippe w
Miss Ella Dixon Of Mass cb....
who has been VISITING Mrs w
Keene. Is passing a few dav. w
Mrs. Alice Bowman. on Newb.,,S w Y
Mr.. and Mrs. f. r. Mardssa y y
returned from Palermo wbsrs s VA.
attended the funeral OF W. p ca. Ms1
g. w. Smith has res,,n,sS 49, 3
duties on the Waterville ana Fai.. "
r. r. after being confined - "
home by illness. ny
Wilmont Goodwin Of Harsysr.
gIiest of Ceorre Smith. Tuess.." Wy
Mrs. Jennie Fogg. who has 4.
conffred to the house with - 80
matism. is able to be out apatn ''''a'
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Valentine Party
For Campfire Girls

One of the most charming parties
OF the season was held Wednesday
night at the Community house when
the Campfire girls of the Inowen-
DOWN and Netoppen groups were
given a valentine party by their
guardians, Miss Jeanne Thomson and
Miss Arlene Burnor. The guests
were dressed in costumes symbolic
of st. Valentines day. Many unique
games were enjoyed, the prize in
the heart hunt being won by Miss
Lois Tobey and in the game 1.-TWO
Hearts That Beat as One" by Miss
Laura Chase. Valentines were ex-
changed, the method of choosing
names was very original. Darts
bearing the names of those present
were thrown in the air and each
member gave her valentine to the
one whose name she caught. Re-
freshments of cake, saltines and
heart-shaped cookies were served at
beautifully decorated table. All
the Campfire girls were present with
the exception of one who is i'll.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-02-12
Washington Holds
Hope New Farley
Looking to Settlement

Washington, Feb. 11.-(AP)-
Hope for a renewal OF negotiations
between the anthracite miners and
operators to bring an end to The
strike which now has equalled Ii.
longest hard coal stoppage on rec.
ord, was brought more plainly to the
surface than ever today In govern.
ment circles most intimately In touch
with the situation.
Just what will emerge from Official
conferences and utterances today on
the subject was not evident tonight
Likewise there are no indications
that President Coolidge would aban.
don his hands off policy.
Secretary of Labor Davis conferred
with the President at the White
House on the situation and eongres
sional debate again touched upon the
subject. The Republican steering
committee of the house also decided
to hear five Republican members
tomorrow on their reasons for sug-
costing immediate action on coal leg
islation by the house commerce com.
mittee.
Meanwhile. at the labor depart
ment, where action was confines
strictly to the law which makes the
federal government stand ready 70
assist with mediation and concilla'
ton services in any industrial dis.
pute. the basis for a new plan Of
settlement was nearly completed,
Whether the plan would be Offered
by the government or some Other
mediation agency for prsffering a!
further negotiations was an unans.
wered question.
The house Republican steerlng
committee will hear tomorrow Rep.
resentatives Fish, Wainwright and
Toley, all of New York, and Glib.
son. Vermont, and TreadEay
Massachusetts,.
Representative Somers, Democrat
New York, who circulated the ped.
ton for a house Democratic caucus
TO place the party on record as IA
voring immediate coal legislation
declared that the decision OF the
Republican steering COMMITTEES to
at last take up coal indicates that
the pressure brought to bear since
the strike started five months ag'
has had its effect"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-02-12
MADISON

About four inches Of light snow I u
at this point In the storm of Wedres-
day afternoon and evening. The 8
o'clock car over the line of the SOM
erset Traction Company for Skowhe-
gan was stalled near Hunnewelrs Cor
ner on Main street with a broken axle
and no more cars were run for the
evening. The evening train over the
Maine Central due at 4.46 p. NJ. did not
arrive until $50 O'Clock The roads
are reported to be badly drifted in this
section.
Mrs. Anna Gagnon left town
Wednesday afternoon for st. Peters
burg. Fla, where she will remain for
few weeks with her husband. -
William w. Warman. who has been
the guest of his brother. Douglas c.
Warman, for the past few days, re-
turned Wednesday afternoon to his
home in Plainfield, N. j.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-02-12
SUPREME COURT

At the opening Of Court Thursday
morning sentences were given by
Judge Bassett. Earl Moulton of
Embden. convicted Of abortion. was
given from one to three years at
Thomaston. Mrs. Marion Clark Of
lockwood. found guilty of adultery,
ten months in the county Jail.
Maurice p. Adams of Canaan. eleven
months in Jail for assault upon his
son. Sidney Adams, eleven months
for assault upon his daughter, sus-
Tended during good behavior. the in
'dictment for killing sheep. filed Roy
Smith of Fairfield. sale of liquor, 4
months in jail. $500 and costs and
six months additional in default of
payment. Garfield Langley OF Rock
wood received the same, sentence.
MIR. and Mrs. John King of Rock
wood, sale of liquor. four months in
Jail, $500 and costs and six months
additional in default of payment,
sentence suspended during good be-
havior. Mrs. Willer of lockwood
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-02-12

The next meeting of the Book club
will he held Thursday at the home or
Mrss. Edith Philbrick. She will be
assisted as hostess by Mrs. Margaret
BurrilI, Mrs. Margaret Philbick and
Mrs. Della Bartlett. Mrs. Dora T.
Nye will give the review on the life
of Sousa.
Friends OF Mr.. and Mrs. Gerald
Mccarthy. former residents of Snow
hogan, will be interested to learn
that they are the parents of daugh-
ter. born Jan. 80. Mr.. and Mrs. Nc
Carthy live in Chapel Hill, n. c.
where he Is a teacher.
Mrss. Arlene Turcotte Christopher
and little daughter are leaving net
Monday for Florida, where they VIII
join Mr.. Christopher, who is employ
ed there.
The Ladies' Social Circle of the
Centenary NJ. E. church will meet
next Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. !.
!. Smith at her home on Madison
avenue
The Standard Bearers met We'd
nesday evening at the home Of Mrs.
Mabel Washburn with Miss Helen
Pierce as hostess. Refreshments
W. re served. "a
The girls basketball team of
Skowhegan high school goes to Hart
land today to play a return game
with Hartland academy. They will
be accompanied by Miss Helen
Hight. The boys team goes to Rich
mond for a return engagement with
Richmond high. They will be ac-
companied by Coach Dostie.
The boxing match at Heselton
hall Friday evening has all the ear
marks of the best seen here this
winter. The main bout is between
lid Peters of Skowhegand Bud
Usher of Augusta and is a grudge
affair. The men have met three
ines before. Peters will have to
win his fight if he is to continue in
the game. He is in the pink of
condition and will fight from the tap
Of the bell. The semi-final and pre-
iiminary are worth the price of adj
mission but the main bout is the
center of attraction and will draw a
big crowd.
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10 heart trouble. Mr.. Perry was a ma
tive of Fairfield and was "a years old.
He is survived by one brother. Joseph
Perry Of Waterville; sister In Read
ing, Mass: three daughters. Mrs.
James L. Brown of Madison, Mrs. Ed.
gar Perry Of Waterford, Conn.,. and
Mrs Harry Farley Of Manila, Philip
pine Islands; one son. Archie Perry OF
Norwich, Conn. Mr.. Perry was well
known resident Of this town for over
30 years. Two years ago he was elect
ed manager Of the town fuel yard and
in spite, Of adverse circumstance by
splendid Management put the yard on
a sound business basis. He had also
held other positions of responsibility
and trust. His figure on the village
streets will be greatly, missed.
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Paradise Sweets Candies
Will Please You

Day or evening. this is always a
popular place for both young and old.
This store Is one OF the most at
tractive In Central Maine. with its
splendid array Of confectionery and
Is spick and span with an air of
cleanliness that Is appetizing to say
the least. In addition to confection-
cry there is large up-to- date soda
fountain where the most delicious
cream sodas and ice cream are dis
pensed by attractive clerks. II you
are hungry, you can purchase a nice
cup Of hot coffee and well pre-
pared lunch here. For the men folk
there is a good selection Of cigars
and cigarettes
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-02-12

same sentence suspended during
good behavior. John Murphy Of
Bog Brook township for breaking,
entering and larceny. four months In
county jail. Augustus Veillieux Of
Bald Mountain. for sale Of liquor on
two counts, two months In Jail, 500
and costs and two months additional
in default of payment. second count
filed. Beverly Stevens Of Oakland.
for larceny. sentenced to Reforma-
tory for Women. Vital Cyr and
Arthur Allen Of Madison. for break
ing, entering and larceny. Cyr on
probation and Allen a suspended
sentence of thirty days. Both young
men to report to Judge C. o. Small
every, other Monday evening. Arthur
Vashon of Skowhegan, before the
court on filed indictment for sale
of liquor, agreed not to break the
prohibitory law in the future either
directly or indirectly. indictment re-
filed.
At the opening Of court Thursday
afternoon Erick Click of Fairfield
was brought in for sentence on an
indictment for Illegal possession. Mr..
Lawrence, first selectman of Fair
field, Silas T. Lawry, w. A. Hill and
Henry Newhall. all of Fairfield, ap-
peared before Judge Bassett on be-
half of Kick, speaking of his good
standing in the town, his World war
record and stating that it was their
belief that Kick had been punished
sufficiently. He had q good posi-
ton awaiting him in Connecticut.
Judge Bassett gave the respondent
some good advice and ordered the
indictment placed on file.
Mrs. Warren Blaisdell of Fairfield.
charged with single sale, was sent
enced to two months in jail, $500 fine
with six months additional in de-
fault of payment. The sentence was
suspended during good behavior.
The court Is now finished as a SUI
preme probate court and the case
Of Garland, Atlt., from decree of
judge of probate is being heard and
will occupy the attention of the
court a good part of Friday.
Eaton & Rogers Of Waterville are
counsel for Mrs. Garland and Dam
forth and Merrill for Miss Garland.
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Hon. Clyde H. Smith
Gives Card PARTY

Hon.. Clyde H. Smith gave a most
delightful party at his home on Wa
ter street Wednesday evening. Four
tables were arranged for the play
ing of Hearts" with valentines as
favors. The feature of the evening
was the cutting of a birthday cake
by Miss Clara Libby. Dainty refresh
ments were served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-02-12
Thomas r. Perry

Thomas F. Perry died suddenly at
his home on Heale street at o'clock
last evening. Mr.. Perry had apparent
ly been in his usual health during the
day and had just returned home from
the business section. With the re-
mark to his daughter that he guessed
he had better see to the furnace, Mr.
Perry fell unconscious and died In a
very few minutes. A physician hastily
summoned said death was probably due
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-02-12

When You Feel q Cold ccm,ru !,
Take Laxative BROMo QUIN,sr
Tablets to work OF the ca,,ss 49, 49, !.
fortify the system against a. !. Y
tack Of Grip or Influenza. -.
and Proven Remedy. The boz ~ 49,
signature Of e. w. Grove. A. aa
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Chimney Fire

An alarm was rung in Wednesday
morning from Box %. for a chimney
fire at the Nye store house on Sum-
NIT street. The fire department re-
sponded and the blaze was quickly
put out with the chemical.
There will be Public Whist Party
in the Parochial Hall Friday evening
at o'clock. ..
Henry Sheldon of Upper Main
street suffered a severe shock We'd
nesday.
Miss Carrie Ackley is somewhat
improved after being quite Ill at her
home.
Mrs. Ed Heath is confined to the
house with tonsilitis.
John Bacon has returned from a
business trip to New York.
Miss Margaret Hosford Is confined
to her home by illness.
L. II. Palmer has returned to Port
land after visiting Mr.. and Mrs. Neil
Leary.
Perly Grant was in Albion. We'd
nesday, on business.
Mrs. Maurice Files was In East
vassa lboro. Tuesday. to attend the
funeral Of Alonzo Hamlin.
George Spooner. who Is employed
a. tHe heyeS rlDre Co.. while work.
Ing on one of the boilers. scalded his
hand quite seriously with the hot
water and steam.
Miss Hazel Young has returned to
Skowhegan where she is employed
after passing the weekend at her
home.
Mrs. Hattie Miller and daughter.
MISS Doris Miller. have returned from
Boston where they were called nv the
death Of Mrs. Miller's brother.
George Whips,
Fred Wentworth. who Is EMPLOYED
at the M. c. r. R.. carshop. met with
a painful accident while at his work
wednesday. when he broke his finger.
Mrs. Theodore Morey, who has
peen quite i'll at her home on Conner
avenue. Is gaining.
arlene Totman. who has been M
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School Savings Report

The Skowhegan School Savings
System report of the fiscal week
show that the interest is still hold
ing UP. The summary: Academy
100 pct; Park. 100 pct; Parker, 90
pct; Garfield. ola pct: kindergar-
ten. NJ, Sc pct; kindergarten. S., 76
pct: Lincoln, 76 pct: Our Lady of
Lourdes, Y pct; high school, 50
pct; Junior high, &c pct; Jewett, 60
pct. The number of accounts now
operating are 9S7 with an average
of 70 pct.
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Paradise Sweets are Offering Pill
grim's assorted chocolates in one
pound packages for 40 cents. Assert
ed chocolates 80 cents pound and pea
nut brittle % cents, also a. complete
line of fancy packages in one and two
pounds.
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FAIRFIELD

The meeting of the w. c. T. u,
which was to have been held We'd
nesday afternoon, was postponed be-
cause of the storm.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-02-12

Start a savings account in the Show
hogan Trust Company and your wor
ries will soon be over.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-02-12

Mid-winter comfort with a Magee
furnace and pay next October, says
the Bowman Hardware Company ad
on this page.
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fash & Groder are Offering this week
end five cans of tomatoes for so cents
now is the time to stock up: also /
pound of their special brand coffee for
As cents.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-02-12
Saturday Specials

Remember the place, Jones' Restaur-
ant, to have good dinner at that
reasonable price of so cents.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-02-12

Flowers for--every occasion: just
call Bucknam's greenhouses and their
service will please you.
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PITTSFIELD

Mrs. R. e. Henderson. who has
been in town. the guest Of her sister.
Mrs. Harris Mathews. for a few days,
returned to her home In Bingham,
Wednesday.
Mr.. and Mrs. L. r. Marden. who
have been visiting friends In Belfast.
arrived rome Monday.
Miss Eta Bradbury. was In Ban
gor ON matters of business, Tuesday.
Mrs. s. L. +, Provencher was IN
Waterville, Tuesday.
I, Mrs. Margaret. Bangs Of Gorham.
who has been visiting at the home OF
Mr.. and Mrs. Oscar Lamont, returned
home Tuesday morning.
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Burch OF
Greenwich, Conn, former residents
of this town, who have been in Pitts
field for several days, have purchased
thru Mathews Real Estate Agency.
the Ira E. Ruth farm on the Burn
ham road, about III miles below
Pittsfield village. and will make II
their home In the near future. Mr..
and Mrs. Burch have many friends
here who will be pleased to learn
that they are to locate in Pittsfield
again.
Mr.. Watson. principal of the Gram
mar school, was taken to a hospital
in Bangor, Tuesday night. for an
operation for appendicitis. Fred
Thurston Is teaching in his absence.