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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13

Because of his removing from the
city to assume his new duties as
principal of the high school at War
rem, First Lieutenant George A. j.
Froberger has been transferred from
the commissioned personnel of Com
pany F, 103rd Infantry of this city,
to the National Guard Reserve, it
became known over the weekend
through an announcement from the
Office of Adjutant General James w.
Hanson.
Frederick H. Owen of this city has
been appointed first lieutenant of
Infantry, Maine National Guard, and
will be assigned to Company F, sue
ceeding Lieutenant Froberger, as
soon as the papers have been finally
approved. Lieutenant Owen will re-
turn to the Maine National Guard
after nearly a decade of retirement,
he having served with Company M
of the old End Maine Regiment of
Infantry as lieutenant, when that
outfit went to the Mexican border in
1915.
Lieutenant owens first service IN
der his new commission will come
this week, when he will go to the
State Rifle Range at Auburn for the
State qualifying shoot, acting as
range officer, under Lieutenant Col
onel Charles w. Savage. The new
officer of Company F, who will be
second in command to Captain
Frank B. Spraguee is very we'll
known in the Capital City and his
appointment to the Guard will meet
with general favor. He is manager
the 3 a1,ie CD
active member of the Kiwanis club,
and popular with wide circle of
friends.
With the transfer of Lieutenant
Froberger to the National Guard Re-
serve, the local company loses one of
the most efficient and popular jun
ior officers of the 103rd Regiment.
Lieutenant Froberger had consider
able service in the World war and
served overseas as a lieutenant with
the 56th Pioneer Infantry. He was
with that unit through the Meuse-
Ar"onne and in the a'->,vSof occu-
patton at Metternich, Germany. He
accepted a commission as second
lieutenant of Infantry. Maine Ma
tonal Guard, in April 1925, and dur
ing the annual tour of duty of the
regiment that summer demonstrated
his ability and efficiency as the regi-
mental mess officer during the hike
from Camp Keyes in this city to
Lewiston. He became first lieu
tenant of the company upon the res
ignation of Lieutenant William H.
Doyle.
He is graduate of the University
OF Maine. past commander of the
James Fitzgerald Post. American
Legion. and since 1928 has been To-
Gated in the automobile registration
department of the secretary of
States Office at the State House.
Speaking of him at the time of the
announcement of the changes in the
Augusta company, Adjutant General
Hanson said:
"Froberger is a fine young officer
and we are sorry to lose him here.
We think it likely that he will as
sist in the 240th Coast Artillery
Corps, which has a unit at Thomas
ton"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
Floods in Kansas
Kill Two and Loss
Of Over Sl,OOO,OOO

Emporia, Kas., Sept. IL - (P -
Heavy rainfall in eastern Kansas to-
day sent swollen rivers out Of their
banks and flooded several towns with
a toll Of at least two lives and prop
erty damage estimated at more than
81, 1000, o00.'
Flooded streets in business and
residential districts forced many to
escape from their marooned places in
rowboats and one boy lost his life
when his craft capsized.
Rivers and creeks within an area
of $50 square miles became torrents
after a record breaking rainfall
which lasted nine hours. The pre-
cipitation ranged from five to II
inches.
Rock Greek, flowing through the
heart Of the business district of Bur-
lington, sent a stream of water six
feet deep down the towns mair
street.
Boats were used to rescue people
stranded in parts of Emporia, Madi-
son, Strong City and Cottonwood
Falls, all. of which were damaged by
the flood waters.
The Cottonwood River at Emporia
rose u feet in "a hours. At II feet
the water began spreading over low.
lands which were inundated.
No further damage was feared to.
night except for a new flood threat
at Madison because of a rapid rise
in the Verdigris River.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
TOLD TO KILL
Continued from Page One)

Chicago, in which bandits stole $780,
600 in currency.
Postmaster General New has con-
sidered calling in the marines but
the soldiers" of his own forces
the postal employees who have been
fully armed-Will be able to cope, he
believes, with the present epidemic
of banditry.
Calling into conference second AS
sistant Postmaster General w. Irv-
ing Glover, who has direct charge
of the railway mail service; General
uperintendent Fisher of that serv-
ice, and Rush d. Simmons, chief in
spector of the department, the post
master general took steps to tighten
up the handling of valuable mail.
Every precaution was taken by reg
ulations to prevent any unauthorized
person from entering mail cars or
postoffice quarters and orders given
to shoot when necessary.
Mr.. Glover expressed confidence In
his men and made a personal offer
of a reward of $500 for the first rail-
way mail clerk who kills anyone at
tempting to rob a railway postoffice,
and also promised a reward for any
railway mail clerk who captured
anyone attempting to hold up a rail-
way postofiice car.
There were IA major robberies in
the year which ended June 30 last.
These resulted in the loss of $1.40S,
$40 and Chief Simmons and his force
of inspectors already have succeeded
in recovering $760,6 34 of the money.
In the last two years there have
been 81 convictions of mail robberfes
in major cases. The robbers received
an average of 16 3-5 years each. One
was sent to the penitentiary for so
years, 30 for % years, for rs years,
3 for II years, and 2 for 10 years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
Station WEAF Bought
AS First in National
BrCadcasting Service

New York. Sept 12.-lP)-Tnaugu-
ration of national broadcasting
service with station WEAF, recent
ly purchased for S1,000,000 from the
American Telephone and Telegraph
Company as a nucleus. was an
nounced today by the Radio Corpor-
alton of America.
The station has been incorporated
as the National Broadcasting Com
pany, the R. c. A. announced and
active control will be acquired on
November Is.
THE Radio Corporation of Amer
lea is not in any sense seeking a
monopoly of the air., the announce
ment said. That would be a la
bility rather than an asset It is
seeking, however, to provide machin-
cry which will insure a national dis
tributton Of national programs, and
a wider distribution of the highest
quality"
The programs will be broadcast
through WEAF and will, be made
available to other stations desiring
them, SO far as practicable, it was
stated. The new company may also
lease time from other stations.
There will be an advisory council
for. the company, composed of II
members chosen as representatives
of various shades of public opinion.
whose names will be announced on
obtaining their acceptance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
Colonel Watkins to
Give Illustrated Talk
Capture of Jerusalem

The people of Winthrop Center and
vicinity are to have the rare privilege
this week on Wednesday Of hearing
Col. Evan A. Watkins, NJ. D., illustrate
ed lecture on Gen. Allenbys Capture
of Jerusalem, the City of Undying
Memories" Col. Watkins is a man of
most unique experience and back
ground. He first introduced medicine
to the Arabs of the desert and never
for three years saw a white mans
face or heard white mans voice He
was on the western front. also in the
Mesopotamian force, and finally was
made chief of the intelligence service
of Gen. Allenby's army. He received
eight medals and seven decorations as
result of his service. He became
first chief of Palestine and organized
the desert patrol.
His lecture is illustrated with 100
original. views, the only ones in the
world. The lecture will be given at
the Friends church at Winthrop Gen.
ter, the admission being free with a
silver offerings at the close of the lee
ture. 1t is rare opportunity to hear
this internationally famous man.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
Maine Central
Porters Engage in
Disastrous Combat

Two colored porters chose to settle
certain differences which had arisen
between them after manner to their
mutual liking Saturday last, with the
result that both We're somewhat
bruised and beaten up in the clash
which occurred on toe 325 train into
Wat.rville. Local police were called
by the train officials after the train
pulled into the station. William r.
wilson Of 925A Congress street, Port
land who. it was alleged, assumed the
offensive in the combat. was taken to
police headquarters where he was
Questioned and held until sos p. NJ,
al which time he was released as no
one appeared against him to swear out
warrant Wilson had a bad cut over
the right eye and a hole through his
lett ear, not to mention other minor
marks Of battle. John Higgins, also
Of Portland, had a bruised eye and
certain other lesser souvenirs Of the
eonhict. Judging from the character
OF the injuries the two men sustained,
The fight must have been fast and fu-
flous while it lasted. and that some
lhlng more than bare fists were used
70 inlet punishment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
WINTHROP
Works-Peasa

Miss Mary F. Pease, daughter Of Mr.,
and Mrs Roger Pease of this town
was married at II o'clock Saturday
noon, Sept. II, to Leland I. Works of
Rumford. The wedding took place in
Mexico at the home of Rev. Willard
H. Palmer, who was the brides pas
tor during her childhood.
The double ring service was used
the bride being given in marriage by
her father.
The guests were Mr.. and Mrs. r. L.
Tease of Winthrop, Mr.. and Mrs. Viii
broy Works of Dixfield. Judge and
Mrs. James B. Stevenson of Rumford
M. Shirley Stevenson of Rumford, c.
]. Pease Of Lowell, Mass, and Miss
Lucy Palmer of Mexico.
Mr.. and Mrs. Works are passing
their honeymoon camping in the Maine
woods and will be at home after Sep.
TENDER q at 231 Knox street, Rum
ford.
The bride IS the daughter of Mr.. and
Mrs. Roger L. Pease of this. town. She
is a graduate of Wilton Academy, II
and Pennington Normal school, 10
She has taught in Kingfield Rumford
and, for the past four years, in Au-
gusta. She has a wide circle of
friends here and in the places where
she has taught
Mr.. Works was educated at Dixfeld
High, served during the war as first
pharmacist mate in the navy after at
tending the medical school at the, Ma
val Hospital at Washington. D. c. He
is employed at the Maine Central of
fee in Rumford.
Mr.. and Mrs. E B. York and Miss
Florence York of Brewer and Mr.. and
Mrs. Clyde Bag1ey Of Lewiston were
callers Sunday at the home of E. Z.
York
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
Detectives Make
Search of Underworld

Chicago, Sept. 12%[P)-Six details
Of postal inspectors and Chicago de-
tectives searched the underworld to-
day for traces of s135,000 in bills
stolen from Grand Trunk mail car
here last Friday.
Two suspects, one of them said to
have been identified by John H. Kelly,
the robbed mail clerk. remained in GUS
tody under continuous questioning.
Nick Kramer, lieutenant in the Nc
Erlane-Saltis gang of beer runners,
was the man said to have been identi-
fed. He was arrested by detectives
who held the theory that the mail rob-
berry was perpetrated to obtain de-
Tense funds for Frank McErlane, soon
to face trial for murder at Crown
Point, Ind. and "Polack Joe" Salts,
in Jail here charged with murder.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13

seizure were appraised at $50 a doz-
en-. Other articles were baby clothes,
doilies, priests garments and table
linen.
Collector Whitehill recalled that
on August is Canadian customs Of
f1cers with special agent from this
United States district examined the
baggage Of two Belgians, Batiste
Aragnas and Louis Broelans on
board the Empress of Scotland at
quebec. In two trunks, one of which
had a false bottom, the lace was
found. The men sought to have the
trunks shipped in bond to San Fran
cisco but this was refused. On their
promise to go back to Belgium on
the return sailing Of the vessel, the
men were allowed to go free. Later
the authorities lost trace Of them.
While the customs officials main
tained that the goods seized here
were the same as the two Belgians
had attempted to ship to San Fran
cisco, the four nuns tonight held to
their declaration of yesterday that
they had obtained the petticoats in
to which the lace was sewed at a
Montreal convent, and were unaware
of the presence of the contraband.
The nuns are members of the Order
of Franciscan Sisters
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
Emile Libby

-.r. libby. son of Mr.. and Mrs.
IN In, rihhv of so Water street, Wa
1 0ssg died Saturday morning at 1.50
e si,... in the Sisters Hospital, from
CO. e.nr,ss sustained by being hit by an
n ....r,ohila driven by Augustus J. Ca
'-.' - water street September 10. The
~ Il seems. ran out in the road di-
l ~, in the path OF the machine, and
~, sudden was the lads action that
y could not possibly avoid hitting
"a. "a Mr.. Carey, a young man of Is
a - Of age, is exonerated of all
'', The dead boy is survived by his
..sa- and father: four brothers, Leo,
DIV IsSr- Roland and Norman; two Sis
t.rs Alice and Lillian.
The funeral will be held at 10
,,lock Monday morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
Man in Hospital
Result of Collision
Automobile and Team

One man in the hospital and several
cars damaged was the toll Of the week.
end automobile accidents about this
city. The injured man, J. H. Fisher,
however. was driving a team and not
an automobile when the accident &C.
CURED. His condition is not yet ac-
curateiy known, as he has a badly
bruised head and severe body contu-
sions.
Fisher, who is employed at the farm
of Miss Maude Whitman, was driving
toward this city on the Winthrop road
about 5 o'clock Saturday afternoon,
when Ford roadster driven by Miss
Mildred Shea of Augusta, and travel
ing in the same direction. collided with
the back of the wagon, throwing Fish
er down small bank. He was taken
shortly afterward to the Augusta Cen
eral Hospital Miss Shea drove to
this city and notified the local police
and then returned to the scene of the
accident, where she reported to In
spector Joseph Young of the State
highway police force, who was soon
on the scene.
Later in the evening Ford sedan
driven by Miss Constance Randall and
a Chevrolet driven by Elwood Edge
comb collided at the corner of State
and Green streets, both cars being
considerably damaged. The Ford was
going south on State street and the
Chevrolet was going north on State
street, when Edgecomb turned into
Green street. The front end of the
two cars came together. crumbling
the left mudguard and wheel Of the
Edgecomb car and the Ford was driv-
en- onto the sidewalk. It was remark
able that no one was hurt. as Edge
comb was accompanied by his wife
and two children.
Sometime Sunday morning an auto
mobile registered in the name Of Jo-
seph Christian of Powhattan street,
this city, went over Rines Hill at a
fast rate of speed. missed the turn
and collided with light post on
Grove street near the house of DR..
Wakefield The car caromed off and
went partially over a two and a half
foot embankment before stopping.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
Expect Heavy
Vote at Waterville

Today is election day, People in
this section seem to be worked up to
a pitch of interest which should log
ically bring about an exceptionally
heavy vote. The Maher amendment
for the past week has been discussed
pro and con in many informal debates
on the street. The respective merits
and pulling strength of the several To-
cal candidates for office have been
duly run through the channels OF cur
rent gossip and many have been the
predictions and conjectures. Ballot
boxes will tonight settle the matter
to the approval Of the majority OF
course.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
Local Man to Appear
For Drunken Driving

Alexander Gray, whose residence is
the Exchange Hotel on Front street,
vas arrested Saturday evening by Off
Ger Strout. charged with driving an
Overland coupe on Temple street while
under the influence of intoxicating IL
cuor. Dr. Fred Z. Wheeler was called
to police headquarters to examine Mr..
Gray. The result of his examination
was not made known. The latter was
released under bonds to appear in the
municipal court Tuesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
Minor Auto Accident

Two cars came together on Main
street saturday evening at about 80
o'clock with minor damages to each.
Adelbert Jacques Of 81 Temple street
was driving a Chevrolet touring car
which suffered nothing more than a
broken tail light. while Alvah Pomer-
leaus truck as result of the bump
received bent mudguard. The affair
was settled between the two drivers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
To Appear in Court
Jmnr0per Registration

The sharp eyes of a local police Of
fco- Saturday evening Caught sight
Of car which at a quick glance
seemed TO be, improperly registered.
rpon closer and more careful inspec-
rion this was found to be true, and as
result Frank Corro of 215 College
avenue will have to appear in court to
eyplain. II was also stated that he
had no drivers license with him at the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13

H. II. Dyer and Howard Grav az
the Waterville force Of the Kennehec
journal attended the annual picnic ~
the kennebec Journal Company held
thls year at the American Legion
community park at Three Mile Pond
sAr. Gray was the prize winner In the
horseshoe pitching contest, which was
ope OF the many interesting events OF
the day. "a
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13

Harriette F. Patterson, director Of
the normal piano department OF Ca
ourn school Of Music, will be A. hsr
studio Tuesday TAT 10 A. NJ. Ia MAT
anyone who wishes more informs t;on
concerning this department. First
year yea normal will start Monday, Sent.
~: second year normal. Wednesday
day. Sept. %. A"' .
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13

-5 E. Blodgett, a Colby man,
Ea v..nrned from an extensive trip
has rh New Brunswick where he had
iAlVas interesting experiences studying
n@ni nlaces and conditions in the
psos, through which he passed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
SrurATRE ATTRACTIONS

,,onse. Mon. and Tues, Sept.
lS-iA., NTionel Barrymore in The
Gin; .onnedy. "Shieks of Bagdad;"
Bells, psthe News: Walter Hoh and
We orehestfa'
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
EAST WINTHROP

Mr.. and Mrs. William Mcnamara
left Sunday for Boston, where they
will pass few days. They were ac-
companied by Mildred and John Hur-
ley, who have been passing the sum-
nler at the Mcnamara home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
Sec. Kellogg Conaratulates

Rome, Sept 12-(P)-Warren D.
Robbins, counsellor of the American
embassy, went to the Chigi palace
today and presented telegram from
Secretary of State Kellogg congratu-
lating Premier Mussolini on his es-
cape. The premier greatly appreci-
ated the secretary's message and ex-
tended his warm thanks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13

King Witherell, of Monmouth, and
Miss Phyllis Ryer, of Winthrop, were
married September 10 in Lewiston,
by Rev. John Rogers.
They will reside at the home Of the
bride on Central street,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
.AUGUSTALOCALS

Mr. and Mrs. Alden Hichborn and
son Arthur. Colonel and Mrs. Keith
Ryan and Miss Joan, and Mr.. and Mrs
Cony Weston were Sunday visitors at
Indian Point, Georgetown.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
Witherell. RIVER

the family lot in Glenside Cemetery
There were many beautiful flowers
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13

a will be a special convocation
G as,v Chapter. No. So, Royal
d Nasons, Tuesday, Sept. IA, at 7.So
A.a '1 Work Most Excellent Master.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13

-. Theatre: All this week,
slNs.v Young Players present The
FsaT Bride." Vaudeville between
Eanas.as' Matinee Wednesday and
saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
Miss America Not
Ready for Husband

Atlantic City, n. J., Sept. 12-(P-
Miss America of 1926, Miss Norma
Smallwood, the Tulsa, Okla, lass
who was declared national queen of
beauty at this resorts pageant, today
was offered husband and a cook
stove. She rejected the proposed
husband but took the stove.
"Cookstoves are sometimes essen
tia1, but husbands-well, at least
they are not absolutely essential
just now" said Miss Smallwood.
The offer of marriage came from a
New England college professor who
said he had Seen picture in the news
papers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-09-13
Family Reunion

Family Reunion
A family reunion at which there
were 81 present was held Sunday at
Pettengill on Royal street. Those
Fairhaven, VT, Mr.. and Mrs. Sewall
Pettengill and family of Bellows
Falls, VT, Mr.. and Mrs. Herbert
Pettengill and family of Deering, Mr..
and Mrs. William Pettengill and fam
lily of Livermore, Earl Petengill of
Green Lake, Clyde Dorr of Portland,
Mr.. and Mrs. Pettengill and Miss
Mary Pettengill. The oldest men,
Der Of the party was II years of age
and the youngest only seven weeks
Mrs. Florence Raymond is enter
tanning Mrs. Sarah oliver of Bath.
Maranacook Hotel closed Saturday
for the season and r. H. Curtis and
family have moved to their home on
the Readfield road.
Mr.. and Mrs. Edwin Hobart have
returned from a visit with relatives
in Skowhegen.
Mr.. and Mrs. H. L. Ellingson of
Sinms, Mont, are visiting Mr.. and
Mrs. c. "A. Cummings.
Mrs. c. F. Marble is visiting in
Portland and Hollis.
Neal jenkins has returned to Bos-
ton after passing the summer here.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. L. Dow passed
the weekend with their son, Leo
Dow in Madison.
Mrs. A. E. Titus passed the week
end with her son, Clifton Titus in
Portland. Ralph Titus, who has been
in Portland for the past two weeks,
returned home with her.
Maurice Moulton, who has been
visiting friends in town, left Sunday
for Schenectady, N. Y.
Clifton Langervin was home from
Rumford over the weekend.
Mrs. Inez Genthner and Miss Lu-
ellie Genthner of Augusta were Sun
day guests of Mrs. Abbie Edwards.
Democratic Rally
Mayor Mclean of Augusta, the
Democratic candidate for governor.
was the principal speaker at an out
of-door rally held at 4 o'clock Satur-
day afternoon on Main street. Mr..
Mclean outlined the issues of the
present campaign. Several other
speakers were heard.
Mr.. and Mrs. H. E. Pinkham have
returned from visit with Mrs.
Pinkham's sister, Mrs. Willard Mar
tin in Somerville, Mass. They were
accompanied home by Mr.. and Mrs.
Martin and Willard Martin. Jr., who
were their guests over the weekend.
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles, MacInnis
who have been visiting relatives in
town left Saturday for Cape Cod.
Mass. They were accompanied by
Miss Martha MacInnis.
Mrs. Lydia MacInnis, Miss Kath-
crime MacInnis and Master Donald
MacInnis who have been passing the
summer at the MacInnis farm re-
turned Sunday to Wellesley Hills.
Mass. They were accompanied by
Mr.. and Mrs. Harold MacInnis who
will return after a few days visit. .
Mrs. Arthur Briggs, Miss Anna
Briggs and Hall Briggs returned
Saturday from Troutdale where they
have been passing the summer.
Mr.. and Mrs. Paul Sparsam and
daughter, Caroline, of Lisbon Falls
were guests Sunday of Mr.. and Mrs.
H. S. Holmes.
District Fire Chief A. j. MacDon-
aid of Roxbury, Mass. passed the
week end at the home of Mr.. and
Mrs. c. e. Longfellow where Mrs.
Mcdonald has been passing the sum-
mer.
Rev. F. c. Norcross of Florida &C.
cupied the pulpit at the Methodist