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New Britain herald., 1926-08-18
JOAN IS BUsINEssLIKE

"Oh," Joan exclaimed as though she were interrupting some one. "Of course, am very sorry that Mir. Elkins has been i'll, but l am sure If he is able to see you now, he will be able to see Bud and me. l wish you would tell him that l am coming to see him tomorrow morn- ing at 10 o'clock. If he is not able to see me I understand that his son has taken over much of his legal business, and I think that he might make the settlement of Buds and my estate"
 There was another silence on the part of Joan and then she said, ex- eitedly:
 'fNo, cannot possibly wait until nsxt week, as I hope to be on my way to Europe by that time. If MT. Elkins Is able to see you, he surely ca1 see Bud and me whose attorney he is I believe, Dad, you have an-
New Britain herald., 1926-08-18
Heavy Rains in Ohio
 Threatening Floods

Columbus Ohio, Aug. IS R.-Un- less the rain that. has been falling intermittently In Southern Ohio for more than A hours stops or lessens in volume, flood conditisss may be- come general along all the larger streams in the affected section.
 Last night several small rivers and large creeks were reported bankful and overfiowing in many places. And the weather forecast for today predicted more showers and thunder storms" indicating that the letup was not imminent.
 Five boys and a man who had been camping north of Batavia, O.. were surrounded by water with the sudden rise of the Little Miami riv- CT and unable to reach the main land last night. It was expected the water would recede sufficiently to permit them to leave the camp to- day.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-18

the Health Magazine.
 During the spring, tree pollens are the most common offenders in caus- ing hay fever. In the early summer. the grasses (the rose, corn and the pollens of flowers such as the daisy, the dandeIion and the lilly, and those of such weeds as pig-weed, smart weed, pepper grass and dock are concerned.
 According to I. Chandler Walker, in the northern and mountain coun- .ties of California and in Oregon and Washington. timothy is much grown for pasturage. and is an important cause of hay fever from June through August. Red top is a ire quent cause from June through September. orchard grass from March through August, and so on through hundreds of plants which pollinate and to which some per sons may be sensitive.
 Try Each Pollen.
 The physician who Is trained in the investigation of this disease is the person who must determine whether or not the sufferer from hay fever is sensitive to any special pol len. The method by which he does this Is relatively simple:
 A small scratch is made on the inner surface of the forearm. not deep enough to draw blood, but deep enough to penSrate the outer layer of skin. A small amount of the dried pollen of the plant suspected is placed on the scratch, moistened with drops of weak alkaline solu-
New Britain herald., 1926-08-18
Tests Will Show
 Hay Fever Origin

ton, and kept moist for thirty min utes.
 Since the scratch is only one- eighth of an inch long, q great many tests may be made at one time. At the end of half an hour the material is washed off and the reaction of the skin to the pollen is studied. Several scratches are made and moistened with the alkaline solution but pollen is not applied. These are used 10 check the reaction against those with pollen.
 Compare Reactions
 It has been found that the pollens which do not affect the patient do not produce any change in the skin, so that the scratches into which they were rubbed look like the scratch into which no pollen was rubbed.
 However, if the patient is sensi- tive to any pollen, there is itching and swelling of the skin around the cut for a space from one inch to two inches wide This becomes more intense and the swelling increases in size the longer the pollen is kept on the scratch. The spot looks, in fact, much like a hive or mosquito bite. When this occurs, the patient is said, to have a positive reaction. Within an hour or two the itching or swelling disappears and after a few days the scratches heal without leaving any scar.
 The only term that physicians have constantly used to describe this reaction Is the statement that the person is sensitive to the pollen.' In any event, the proof is absolute that certain persons react severely to ex- posture to certain pollens and that hay fever is the manifestation of this reaction.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-18

some one smoothed out the hard places, but she was the one who ordered them to do it.
 Do you know, Judy" she said afterwards, that just before I hung up the receiver Dad asked me who had talked with, him in the first place."
 T thought you mentioned my name" l said, but I wasn't sure"
 Yes" she answered. Dad said he didn't know that l knew you, and that was when I answered that you were my dearest friend and were going 10 Europe with me-"
 What did he say to that?"
 Joan frowned.
 'I don't think I'll tell you. But you heard what I answered, didn't you?"
 "Yes," I quoted, You said, after
New Britain herald., 1926-08-18
The Beauty Doctor
CoNDITIoN-Large ankles.
BY NINON-

DIAGNOsIS-This error in bodily structure is difficult to remedy, ex- cept in cases where the patient is overweight, and can restore a shape ly contour by general reduction. It can be remedied, but you must be very persistent. All exercises such as dancing, swimming, and playing tennis, which call for quick foot work, are beneficial. Specific ankle exercises are also helpful.
 TREATMENT-This one is par tucularly good; stand erecs with the heels together. and stretch one. foot forward as far as it will go. Then using the toe for a pivot, describe a semi-circle with the heel. Alter nate. You can do this same exer- else while seated, and 1t is less tir- ing.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-18

tomorrow, Dad, you will have to let me choose my own friends, handle my own business, take care of my own finances and live my own life"
 That was it." sand Joan Trium- phantly. T think it was pretty good answer. don't you? That was when I hung up the receiver with such a bang. I didn't intend Dad to give me any more back talk after that" Copyright, 1926, NEA Service, Inc.
 Tomorrow-Sleep, Blessed Sleep.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-18
Leather Eggs


 Don't say a thing cannot be so, Until you know you really know.
 -Graywing the Gull. Reddy Fox had found cast up on the beach a curious creature. It was dead. Reddy supposed it must be some kind of fish, but 1t wasn't like any fish he had ever seen. It was big and flat and round and had long, rather straight spike-like tail and it's mouth was on the under side. Reddy isn't overparticular about what he eats, but somehow this thing didn't look appetizing. He turned up his nose at 1t. When he saw Graywing the Gull few mo- ments later, he asked Graywing what 1t was.
 Its fish," replied Graywing. Thank you" said Reddy. What kind of fish?"
 Its a Skate" replied Graywing. "A what?" exclaimed Reddy. "A Skate" repeated Graywing. "All right, I suppose 1t is if you
New Britain herald., 1926-08-18

 say so," said Reddy. But it's a mighty funny looking fish, if you ask me-"
 Oh" replied Graywing, that isn't funny looking fish. You wouldn't think so If you could see some of the really funny looking fish that there are in the sea. Haven't you found any eggs of the Skater" Not that know of," replied Red dy. Since being told that those Sand Collars are made of eggs and sand, I begin to think that l don't know anything about eggs. Are these eggs rolled up in sand. too"
 No" said Graywing. You must have found some of the empty shells
New Britain herald., 1926-08-18
T NEVER EAT ANY MORE"

T NEVER EAT ANY MORE" !"
 No one had come between them. The thing that had come between them was nothing more than a pie ture likeness on the front page of a newspaper.
 Merry looked at that picture of Tony Gaines late that night, when she was ready for bed. Standing before her dresser in her room, she held it between her hands for a long time.
 You did it" she said softly, you, Tony Gaines!"
 (To BE CONTINUED.
 One surprise follows another in tomorrow's chapter of ''The Pet ter" Why docs Tony return from Montana?
New Britain herald., 1926-08-18
"Grow old along with me,
 The best is yet to be"

With her children grown up, the middle-aged woman finds time to do the things she never had time to do before-read the new books, see the new plays, enjoy her grandchildren, take an active part In church and civic affairs. Far from being pushed aside by the younger set, she finds a full, rich life of her own. That is, if her health is good.
 Thousands of women of middle age, say they owe their vigor and health to Lydia B. Pinkham's Vege- table Compound. Those who have
New Britain herald., 1926-08-18
GIFT

GIFT Englishman Cat street accident in Scottish village): Give him some air!
 Suspicious Native: Give him some yersel, mon.- Tit-Bits, London.
New Britain herald., 1926-08-18

BY DIR. MORRIS FISHBEN Editor Journal of the American Medical Association and of Hygeia
 the Health Magazine,
New Britain herald., 1926-08-18

On Sunday night George Leet came to see Merry. He came promptly at eight o'clock.
 He had been coming every Sun- day and Wednesday nights for al-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-09
Hildreth Twins
Describe Travels
At Rotary Meeting

The unique experiences OF two law
students in European countries were
described to the members of the Gar
diner Rotary Club At the luncheon
meeting at the Johnson House wednes-
day noon. Charles TIildreth. who made
the trip with his twin brother Horace,
was the speaker and gave an interest
ing account Of their adventures while
abroad. They went TO New York to Sc
cure a position with former Gardi-
ner man, but this job did not material
ize, so they hunted about the docks
for several days but found that the
shippers were over-supplied with col
loge students wishing to make an ex-
pensive trip to Europe by working
their way, so they could do nothing.
They conceived the idea OF dressing
in old sailors uniforms furnished one
Of the brothers while attending A ma
val school. They dressed UP in these
OUTFITS and adopted the manners of
sailors, and in this way. secured their
passages across the Atlantic, one as
mess boy and the other as common
seaman. They went first to. Spain.
where they had the privilege of see-
ing the famed bull Nights. Later they
went TO Italy. where they had many
interesting experiences. Mr.. Hildreth
told Of these in his dry. humorous
fashion which made the tale 4 most
enjoyable one.
The guests at the meeting we're
George Macomber, Or. CoSmbs, Win
field Pope and Alton Hopkins of the
Augusta Rotary Club.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-09
EyanoeIistie Services

Full houses marked the interest of
HaIloyeu citizens in the evangehStiS
services held at the Gospel Mission.
1853 Water street. The past two eve
nines. which will continue through
Thursday and Friday.
At Tuesdays meeting, the messen-
ger. Rev. r. a. L. Colby of Gardiner.
presented a powerful message upon
the only foundation. that built upon
"The Rock" Christ Jesus, which was
indeed good old time Gospel truth,
and given without cutting any cor
ners. making a deep impression upon
his hearers. The musical numbers
given by Mrs. Colby and daughter.
Miss Leoia, we're beautiful and well
rendered.
Wednesday evening was just an
other service replete with good spir-
itual food for the hungry hearts who
came in TO he filled by Gods grace.
Rev. Mr.. Colby spoke upon the sub
iect. Many axe called but few are
chosen" with wonderful delineation
Of the truth and with convincing
power. Members OF the Flying
Squadron were present and their
bright, happy, ringing choruses led
by Benjamin Mckinney; the duet,
"All Paths Are Bright" by Mrs
Colby and Miss Pettigrove: and solo.
Calling Once More" rounded out a
service Of real inspiration and JOY
Services to follow: This afternoon
at Sro'clock the children's service.
Members of the Sunbeam Mission
Band will have charge led by Mildred
Page. with the usual chalk talk by
the superintendent. All children are
cordially welcome. At the evening
service Mrs. Lottie Kerr of Augusta
will bring the message, owing to a
business session scheduled by the
Squadron: but at the services Fri
day evening at. 80 Rev. Colby and
the young people will conduct the
meeting. the first half hour being
especially for the young peoples
testimonies. after which Mr.. Colby
will speak. All young people are in
vited TO come and bling friend and
give Hallowell a boost Heavenward
and get a blessing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-09
NATIONAL HOME

John F. Dolan, late Co. I. IS, L. {,
Inf. has been granted a discharge
from the Home.
Fur ughs have been granted 70
Daniel J. Heating to Danville ana
Hiram W. Dasgett to Portland.
Henry f. Allen. of North Vassal-
bero, late Sergeant supply Co sta
L. s. Inf. has reported for admission.
Tho returns from passes Wednes-
day were Richard Webb from Fan
River and Thomas Millett from Ban
eor
Passes have been granted to JAMES
W. Hickey to Boston. Andrew J.
Wentworth to Rochester, and Frank
Thooel to Richmond.
. Messrs. Fred Edgeconb, Frank E
Andrews. and Samuel Smith motofed
Wednesday to Lewiston to attend
meeting of the Shrine.
Mr.Nand Mrs. A. W. Fuller ana
daughter. Miss Georgia, left Wednes-
day morning on fifteen-days auto
trip 10 Boston. New York City, Pill
adelphia and Washington. D. c.
Passes have been granted TO JOIN
Mcleod TO Bangor, John Mastersoh
to Waithanl. Charles A. Bordeaa
frank + Gray to Gardiner. Patries
German to Manchester. y. H., Gaes
W. Russell to Portland and Martin 4
Tierney to Fall River.
Regular meeting of 1t. Nilnm
Tiffany Camp No. I, L. s. W. V, VII
be held In G. a. F. hall at p NJ
this evening. Business Of importance
and muster in win be in order. On
and after Oct. /, the meeting viii %
held on the second and fourth Thurs
days of each month.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-09

This picture can sa BY lay claim
10 the registry OF super Western,
as with cast of unusual distinction,
exceptionally good direction and ex-
tra-fine photography, it stands head
and shoulders over the average pro-
auction dealing with strenuous adj
venture along the open trails. 1t
deals with the tough old days when
the railroads spanning the yet un-
developed West were considered
fair game by free-booters of all
kinds. often including their own en-
ployees. and the giving of Whisper
Ing Smith, fearless gunfghter. an as
sisnment to clean up division that
The. outlaws infest. There's a dou-
BILE love story involved. and not the
least OF the films good qualities is
the fact that it gets away from the
sterotyped Western plot formula. AS
for gunplay. there's enough to salts
~ the most ardent admirer. of thrill
melo. The work of the entire cast
Is excellent, photography first class
Another "Our Gang" comedy and
the ever amusing "Pathe Fables"
complete the program-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-09
BOWDOINHAM

Miss Clara FoaE entertained a
number of friends and relatives at
her home, Friday. II was called a
'raggety Party and each one came
in costume. At noon bounteous
dinner was served. During the
afternoon cards were enjoyed.
Mr.. and Mrs Minott Given are
visiting at the home of Arson Given.
Last week Dinsmore Hinkiey met
with an auto accident but no one
was injured. Early in the morning
he was going to his work on the
Gardiner read. now under construc-
ton. when a car came over the brow
of the hill at Mary Heath's, travel
ing at a great rate of speed. Dins-
more was unable to get out of the
way in time so his car was damaged
to quite an extent. 1t was found that
both were at fault.
The Girls Club met at the home
of the local leaders Friday after
noon. 1t was decided that the local
contest would be held October is.
Mrs. Bertha Hacket and daughter
Of South Coventry. Conn. came Fri
day for a visit with Mr.. and Mrs.
George Fl. Hackett.
Mr.. and Mrs. alter Purington Of
Rumford Falls passed the weekend
with Mr.. Purinston's mother, Mrs.
Ida Purington.
Mr.. and Mrs, Doble Of Portland
have been visiting Mrs. Doble's
mother, Mrs. Ida Purington.
Mrs. Elijah Weber of Merideth.
n. H.. is visiting friends and rela-
tives in town.
Mr.. and Mrs. Raymond Tibbetts
passed the holidays in Gorham. \.
H.. as guests Of Mr.. and Mrs. Rich
ard Denham.
Miss Leila Bishop left for North
Vassalboro sunday where she will
teach in the Stanley Hill school.
Mrs Ellen Sparks and daughter.
Florence, left Monday after passing
two months in town. Miss Florence
Sparks will return to her school in
Mount Clair, n. J.
Miss Margarine Wilson returned to
her school in New York, Friday. aft
er passing most Of her summer va
cation in town.
Mrs. Ray Douglas of Brunswick
passed Friday in town.
Neil Bishop left Sunday for the
University of Maine He will pass
week at Bar Harbor as a member
of the U. of NJ. football squad,
William Rideout and daughter.
Emily motored to South Berwick
Sunday to pass the holidays with
out 80
MIR. and Mrs. Charles Randall
passed Friday at Belgrade.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-09
Begin Work at .
Milliken'S Crossing

A work is to be undertaken. prob
ably today. at Millikep's crossing
that will interest motorists greatly
1t will be remembered that there is
Macadam highway on both sides of
the crossing. but that the eight feet
in between is dirt road. 1t is PLAN
ned to macadamize this and axe a
fine road bed at the crossing. Loads
OF material are at hand for the
work. and it is expected that crew
OF about 40 men will begin the work
this morning under the direction of
Road Master Brooks, and that will
be rushed through to completion in
two days, If possible. This is on the
direct State road and the work will
make a dStour through, Greenville
street, necessary while it. Is in pros
SreSS: W -. l! ~: -,: ~
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-09
Special Program
At Randolph Church
For Next Sunday

AZ the Randolph NJ. f. church next
Sunday, September 10, is to be OBJ
served as Back Home Again Sun
day" with a special program for all
services and Sunday school. At the
close of the morning service an Au-
gusta photographer will take n pic
ture Of the church. congregation and
Sunday school These pictures will be
for sale. II is hoped that large com
pany will be present. The pastor will
have different speakers to assist him
and his own subject will be What
Shall 1 Do Tomorrow"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-09
Public Meeting Of
Gardiner w. G.. T. u.

The Woman's Christian Temperance
Union Of Gardiner will hold a public
meeting at the Universalist vestry at
5 o'clock tonight The address will
he given by the Rev, A. F. Leigh Of
Randolph on Christian Citizenship. f"
The orchestra of the Free Baptist
church under the. leadership of Rev.
II. A. Clark will render several selec.
tons. The public is cordially invited
to attend. There will be A short bust
ness meeting at 80 to elect delegates
to. sbs state convention. Members are
urged to he as prompt as possible.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-09
Erskine Store Opens
In Patten Block Today

= r. 8. Erskine's new store in the
quarters in the Patten block former
ly occupied by Woolworth's will open
its doors to the public at . o'clock
this morning with a complete stock
of goods ranging in price mainly
from 25c to 81. The store has been
remodeled to meet the requirements
of the new proprietor and presents
q most attractive appearance The
fixtures 'are all mahogany colored
while the walls are grey. the coun-
ters are all arranged with an eye to
convenience and ncatness and all of
the goods are displayed with the
price plainly marked for the con-
venience of: both ciMtomers and
clerks.
The store is in charge Of Mr.. and
Mrs. Ershine and their assistants
are Miss Marion Gould. Miss Jessie
Milton, Miss Lucille Mcdonald, Miss
Doris Eoye and Miss Dorothy
Mooers. The big get acquainted sale
starts at O'Clock this morning and
will be continued during Friday and
Saturday, Their numerous opening
values were listed in the ad in yes
terday's issue Of the Journal.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-09

Elmer Taylor left yestsrdav o..
Mercefsburg. "a, where he viii ,ss.s
at Mercersburs Academy.
sir. and Mrs. Earl TAR have ,s,.,.
ed from Peaks Island whers ~.
have been passing their vacation
Mrs. Sarah Pierce Of Scion wa,
caller Tuesday at the Consre Ss,is,.i
parsonage. Mrs Pierce was feturnls.
from a visit with relatives In NJ.
sinia.
Frank Hyatt, Jr, has eons Ia ts..
ton. where he has secured smpIsv.
ment.
r. ". Brown made a businsst ~.
to Rangeley the first Of the we.k.
w. p. Walker Of Mt. Vernon Ia en-.
ployed by r. J. Bishop.
Mr.. and Mrs. r. r. Libby ara u,
and Mrs. II. c. Bishop were visIts,,
in Portland yesterday.
Mrs. Nellie Maxwell and Mist Fir,
Kimball are guests OF Ars. cn,
Maxwell in Monmouth.
Mr.. and Mrs Winfield procte, q,
West Hanover. Mass, and Mr. asi
Mrs. Joseph Furbush and son Roger 4,
North Pembroke, Mass, were rsc.n,
guests of Mr.. and Mrs. Charles rro,,
Mrs. NJ z. Jennings has returned
to Lewiston after a visit with Mrs
Howard Yeaton.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harold Machines
have returned from Medford. Mass.
Chester True, of Philadelphia. Pa.
is the guest of his sister, Mira n. L
Hannaford.
Mr.. and Mrs. j. L. Andrews ana
family have returned from Ocean
Point, where they PASSED the week
end.
Genevieve Aldrich and Helen Har.
ris are passing the week viii Mrs.,
H. S. Holmes.
Mr.. and Mrs. V. 0. Lemmons Of
Taunton, Mass, are visitors in town.
Mr.. and Mrs. Norman Brown pass.
ed the holiday with relatives In Gar.
diner.
Mr.. and Mrs. William Harmon ana
daughter. Marian, and Mrs. Har.
mons nephew, Elvood Toothacksr,
all of Bath, were overnight gussn
Tuesday at Robinsdale.
Mrs. Flora La Bree, r. n. OF g..
Petersburg. Fla. who has been Wis.
iting relatives at Mt. Vernon. 10 ths
guest of her sister, Mrs. Allie Ha..
son.
Henry Stevens is passing q tss
days in Fayette.
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WEST GARDINER

Mr. and Mrs. Pitman Warren of
West Kennebunk. are the guests OF
Mrs Warrcn's parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
". s. Bachelor
Charles Mason and Charles Lint
are ousily engaged in harvesting
hay.
c. A. Nickerson attended the Three
Quarter Century Club in Augusta.
last Monday. also w. e. Morse and
Mrs. Fannie Morse
George Brann is filling In a frog
pond on his farm which will greatly
improve the appearance of the place.
Miss Lottie Durein entertained
about 80 friends and members of the
West Gardiner church At the Samp-
son camp on Lake Cobbosseecontee
Tuesday evening. The entertain
ment was mostly musical. consisting
OF choral singing by the guests,
violin selections by Erwin Horn. &C
companied on the piano by Mrs.
Horn. and vocal solos by Rev.
William Smith. Mrs. Smith presided
al the piano during the singing.
The guests Of honor at the event
were Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Replogle,
missionaries of the Friends church.
recently located in Alaska. Rev.
Replosle furnished much amusement
by his humorous account of being
chased by cinnamon bear. his only
weapon Of defense at the time being
a shotgun. Another interesting
story was an Indian and his wife in a
halihut fishing adventure Rev.
Replogle also told of the Friends
work in the isolated regions Of
Alaska and the difficulties he and his
wife. encountered. Mr.. Replogle re-
ceived hearty applause on her imita
ton Of an Indian singing in his
native manner.
Light refreshments were served
and the guests left at a late hour,
thoroughly approaching Miss Dur
gins effort in starting this first of a
series Of entertainments'f for the West
Gardiner church.