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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

The regular business meeting of
George A Bowie Relief Corps will
be held Monday evening in the
Farmingdale Town Hall. 1t is ear
nestly requested that all members
be present as there is considerable
work to be done.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

ner produced $4,000. gratt
$1,000 and Smith went home - seem.
balance of $4,000. When 20 s9b set d
SmIth money was turned over ssv !.
OF the group. the others startad !. % q
appear Bratt was the onIv Wv % d
naming at 10 last night sr. Vae :
l Ia word to police headquarfts.lr.rn Z
Bratt was arrested. N"i 'efs al
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17
8 In Memoriam

I'VE had a little treasure once, 1911
He was our joy and pride; -,
1--WE loved him, oh, perhaps too well, :
+ For soon he slept and died. -.s,...Ss.
EAll are dark within our dwelling, SslE
/ Lonely are our hearts today, SssN
For the one we loved so dearly 1927
+ Has forever passed away.
/ In memory of our little son, Elwood
Emerson Lewis. Died July 18th, 1928.
fMR. AND MRS. EMERSON LEWIS
/ AND FAMILY. ...y.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17
CHURCH NOTICES

MIDDLE SThHEI H1G AOD
EPISCOPAL church: 1890. public
worship: subject, Ambassadors Tor
christ" 11.45. church school; P. NJ,
Tnnior League: els, Senior League;
7 p. NJ, praise service; subject Mir
acles of Jesus" Prayer service at $50
P. NJ. Wednesday.
ST. MATTHEW'S church Seventh
Sunday after Trinity: Holy commu-
Mon A. NJ.
BAPTIST church: 1890 sermon by
the pastor: 1145, Bible school Miss
r. A. fitzpatrick superintendent; T.,
evening worship, praise, prayer, testi-
mOny.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

The Flying Squadron of South Car
diner will have charge of the union
services at Bowdoinham. Me-, Sunday
next. Cars leave headquarters at 9 A.
NJ. Sunday. The young peoples branch
of the squadron will have charge of
the special services at Sidney Mon
day evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17
Card of Thanks

I wish to thank my friends and
neighbors for their sympathy and
kindness during my recent bereave-
ment, also for the many beautiful
floral tributes.
MRS. ANTONIO G. McCAUSLAND.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

About 30 Augusta friends OF WAL
ter Curtis who purchased the Quinn
drug store gave him a surprise last
evening at the store, coming in in
single file until the last, who was
James Bickford, and who presented
Mr. Curtis with a large bouquet Of
pinkS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mr.. and Mrs. VIM. Simpson of
Beverly, Mass, and Mr.. and Mrs.
Jack Simpson of Salem, Mass, We're
visitors at the home of Mr.. and Mrs.
Rodney Jordon on their way to their
former home in New Brunswick.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17
Gard of Thanks

I wish to thank the friends and
neighbors for their kindness at the
time of my recent bereavement, also
for the beautiful flowers.
MRS. A. G. McCAUSLAND.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mrs. Helen Tenney, Roland Ten
ey so Frederick and Mr.. Adams OF
Wollaston, Mass, and Mrs. Mel
bourne Hunt of Cambridge have re-
turned to their homes, after a short
visit in town,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mr.. and Mrs. John Skolfeld, a
newly married Gardiner couple are
making their home in the Robinson
house on Central street. Mr.. Sko-
field Is employed at the Gardiner
Hardware Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Probable evidence that the State OF
IMaine advertising campaign is bear
ling fruit is shown by the fact that
fthe Gardiner store Of the D. w.
tAdams Co., received an order from
lprivate party in Huntington, Indiana,
flor two pine pillows and enclosing
Fcheck for same and postage. -.x-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Colburn's branch bakery opposite
Hazards factory, open for business
with full line Of fresh baked goods.
also canned goods, ice cream, candy
and soda. Yours for quality and
service. Tel. 56S-J. jly13d5t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mr. and Mrs. Ray Morang and
children, James Morang, and the
Misses Evelyn Harris and Marian
Malaney leave tonight for brief
visit at the formers camp at Dead
River.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

J. F. Anderson, vice president of
the Maine Trust and Banking Co.. is
having his annual vacation. Mr.. and
Mrs. Anderson and their daughter,
will pass the time at their former
home in Calais.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mr.. and Mrs. A G. Traitor have
returned from an extended visit in
Kincardine, n. B. They We're ac-
companied home by Mrs. Trafton's
brother, Lawrence MacPhail and
friend,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mrs. Ralph Potter and Miss Mae
Littlefeld are IN Philadelphia where
they are acting as delegates from
the local Orange Lodge to the Su-
preme Grand Lodge of the Loyal Or
ange Institution,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

+ Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Bragg OF
Worcester, Mass, and Mrs: Fannie
tBragg Of Somersworth. N. H, have
returned to their homes after hav-
ling been called to Gardiner by the
death Of Mrs. Cora Davenport.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

The windows of the Cash Market
Co., exhibit many tempting bakery
products which are guaranteed to be
as delicious and wholesome as they
appear.-AdV.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

The Good Comrades Club picnic
has been postponed until Friday,
July %, on owing to the fact that so
many of the members are unable to
attend on Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17
HalloWell Local News

Mrs. Frank Hall Of Lewiston was
called here by the illness OF Clifton
Dounglass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Miss Laura Belliveau Of st.
George, Canada, has arrived in
Farmingdale to pass the summer
with her cousin, Mrs. Lewis P. True
of Main avenue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mr.. and~,Mrs. Ned Morrison and
children, Ruth and Thomas, of West
Medford, Mass, are guests at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs. Ernest Cur
rier, Chestnut street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

On July 27 the annual cradle roll and
home department social of the Baptist
Sunday school will be held on the
church lawn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Frank Till has opened his barber
shop over the pa fridge Clothing
Store, and will be pleased to meet
new as we'll as old customers.
July16d2t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mrs. Celia Tenney has arrived
from High Point. N. c., and Is at
her home on Summer street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mrs. Oscar Peterson and son,
Burton of Wollaston. Mass. are
guests of the formers sister, Mrs.
Georgia James, Farmingdale.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Charles Church has built a piazza
on the Ludwig house, Maple street,
which he has purchased and greatly
adds to its appearance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Mcintosh
have returned to their home on
tSpring street after visit at Lynn,
EMass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Another list Of specials in quality
meats, fish and groceries at the
Community Cooperative store to-
day. Tel. 666 for free delivery
Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Miss Margaret Lerette is the guest
of Miss Catherine Robinson III
Southport.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mrs. Alberta Norris, who has been
visiting her daughter, Mrs. Roy De
Fratus in Monmouth. has returned
TO her home on Spring street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

| Miss Sarah Horne is at the Car
diner General Hospital for surgical
treatment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mr.. and Mrs. George Tyler and
children of Bangor were recent
guests at the home Of William H.
RineS. q
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17
Announcement

wish to announce to the pub
lie that ! have secured the serv.
ices of George w. Alexander of
Portland, a we'll known and ex-
ceptionally competent watchmak-
err and jeweIer, to take charge Of
my jewelry business.
Mr.. Alexander comes to me
with the very highest references,
has had IS years. experience In
the several branches of the BUSH
ness, making a speciality of fine
wrist watch repairing and en-.
craving. Call and talk it over
with him.
w. T. COSGROVE,
Jeweler
3o6 Water St. Gardiner, Me.
july17d4
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

ks Mrs. Edward Laudrick is con.
fyalescent at the Gardiner General
EHospital, after an operation for ap-
fpendicitiS. .-sss.-.-,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

James Sincabaugh and Fred Eug-
ley were visitors in Belfast short
time ago.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mrs. Mary Turner of Washington,
Me-, is the guest of her daughter,
Mrs. Ruby Frazier, Greenville street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mrs. Mary Greeley was a visitor
this week at Camp Gregory, Crystal
Lake.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mr.. and Mrs. Roy Peaslee of Con-
cord, n. H., are visiting the formers
mother, Mrs. Addie Peaslee, 3 Maple
street, Randolph.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Old Fashioned dance at Academy
Hall, East Pittston, Saturday even
ing, July IT. July16d2t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

w. H. Race has been visiting in
Abbott for the past week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

& Kennebec Central r. r. Co., SUM-
day train service to Togus; Leave
! Randolph $50 P. NJ. Ball Game 2.30.
EReturning, leave National Home at
sos P. M. June5Fri.- Sat.tf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

The annual Sunday School picnic
Of the Highland Avenue Methodist
Episcopal church school will be held
Wednesday, July %. 49,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Misses Annie and Arlene Belts
have returned to their home in this
city after passing weeks vacation
with relatives in Sanford.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17
LOCAL NOTICE

> '23 Dodge sedan, a bargain for
cash; for particulars, 119-J. July16d6t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Moose dues may be paid at the
Hall tonight. July12d6t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Phyllis Horne Is at a girls CAM
in WATERFORD for three weeks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mrs. Elizabeth Lawrence and Mrs.
Elias Cowan have returned from a
weeks visit in Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

4 wish to announce that have re-
opened my Beauty Parlors at 80
Brunswick avenue. For appointments
call Abr. DORIS LIBBY.
july10-13-15-17
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Dance Weeks Pavilion, Cedar
Grove, tonight. Dancing every
Wednesday and Saturday evening.
Jply3every we'd Sattf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Miss Franc Jewell of River ave.
nue., left Friday morning for visit
with friends at Moosehead Lake.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

William Woodside, Jr., and family
have returned from their vacation
at the lake.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mrs. William Kelley and son. John
of Whitefield, were business callers
here Friday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Miss Irene Brown of Bangor Is the
guest of Gardiner friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17
\ GARDINER LOCAL NEWS
/ OFFICE: IL Main Avenue Telephone 37-W
saSx omes Hours A. N. 10 Q p M-saturday A. ~ to z H.

M Additional Gardiner news and ads
will be found on Page Five. y;
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mrs. Minnie Hinkley left Friday
afternoon for two weeks visit
with her son, Ralph Hinkley at Bos-
ton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

s Dance tonight, CHI e L S e A
G RAN GE HALL. Good time.
July10Sat.tf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

There will be a lawn party at the
Country Club, Thursday, July 20.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mrs. Henry McGregor and daugh-
ter, Ruth, are visiting in Bridgewater,
Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Miss Theda Royal of Vassalboro
was calling on Hallowell friends Fri
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Miss Iva Weston of Bangor is Wis
iting her aunt, Miss Annie Weston,
Louden Hill.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mrs Catherine Fougere has accept
ed a position with the r. p. Hazard
Co. in Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mrs. Horace Trundy and Miss Au-
gusta George have Returned from a
visit with Mrs. Mary Pendleton in
Belfast
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17
LOCAL NOTICE

Developing and printing, "a hour
service at The Tibbetts Pharmacy.
july15eod1ot
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

All Hallowell members of the Pine
Cone Club are requested to be at
the Post Office, Sunday morning at
$50 to take the buss for Old Orchard.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Miss Charlotte Niles of Auburn
was calling on her father Thursday
evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Miss Alice Clary of Gardiner has
resumed her duties at Johnson Bros,
after few weeks absence.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

DR.. Gerald Clifford and family of
Portland were visiting friends a
short time ago.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Mr. and Mrs. George Varney. Har-
ry Varney and Mrs. Ella Meserve
have returned from a trip to Wa
terfOrd
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Fred Jewett left Thursday for
Saranac Lake, where he will pass
the summer as instructor at the Taft
tutoring school
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Leroy Keyes, who has been en-
ployed for some time in Wilton, is
home again.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Johnson Bros. Shoe Mfg. Co. have
resumed Saturday operations after a
discontinuance of several months.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17

Miss Anna Burns leaves today for
Boston to visit her aunt, Mrs. Rob-
ert Murray.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-07-17


Phyllis Horne is at girls camp
In WATERFORD for three weeks.
Mrs. Celia Tenney has arrived
from High Point. N. c., and is at
her home on Summer street.
Miss Margaret Lerette is the guest
of Miss Catherine Robinson III
Southport.
Mrs. Mary Greeley was a visitor
this week at Camp Gregory, Crystal
Lake.
William Woodside, Jr., and family
have returned from their vacation
at the lake.
Mrs. Mary Turner of Washington,
Me-, is the guest of her daughter,
Mrs. Ruby Frazier, Greenville street.
James Sincabaugh and Fred Eug-
ley were visitors in Belfast q short
time ago.
Miss Iva Weston OF Bangor is Wis
iting her aunt, Miss Annie weston,
Louden Hill.
Miss Theda Royal Of Vassalboro
was calling on Hallowell friends Fri
day.
Mrs. Henry McGregor and daugh-
ter, Ruth, are visiting in Bridgewater,
Mass.
Mrs Catherine Fougere has accept
ed a position with the r. p. Hazard
Co. in Gardiner.
Miss Alice Clary of Gardiner has
resumed her duties at Johnson Bros,
after a few weeks absence.
DR.. Gerald Clifford and family Of
Portland were visiting friends a
short time ago.
Miss Charlotte Niles of Auburn
was calling on her father Thursday
evening.
Leroy Keyes, who has been en-
ployed for some time in Wilton, Is
home again.
Johnson Bros. Shoe Mfg. Co. have
resumed Saturday operations after a
discontinuance of several months.
Miss Anna Burns leaves today for
Boston to visit her aunt, Mrs. Rob-
ert Murray.
Mr. and Mrs. George Varney. Har-
ry Varney and Mrs. Ella Meserve
have returned from a trip to Wa
terford.
Fred Jewett left Thursday for
Saranac Lake, where he will pass
the summer as instructor at the Taft
tutoring school
All Hallowell members of the Pine
Cone Club are requested to be at
the Post Office, Sunday morning at
$50 to take the buss for Old Orchard.
Mrs. Horace Trundy and Miss Au-
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1926-10-16

Late picture of Aimee Semple
Mcpherson, Los Angeles Evangel-
list who is the center of dramatic
court actions. Mrs. Mcpherson
claims she was abducted, but au-
thorities seek to link her recent
disappearance with Kenneth Orm-
iston, former radio operator in her
Angelus Temple.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1926-10-16
IN BUSINESS SINCE IS,
Illinois Woman Manages Two Farms
SS/" ~; IN business Some

ST7OMEN in business, Some
w 'hinS that Is "a new idea. but
u dates back at least to 1875.
when Mrs. Amanda Johnston tool,
DER the management of two farms
IN Illinois
Today Mrs .Johnston-now 81
continues 10 manage those farms.
'';a!!hG 500 acres. a~I sell the pro.
"Gce at a pront
S2c comes to California every fell,
aust to'see bow western folks do -
- Johnston mas just completed
or s!%ty.;h;rd journey from her r..
f"is home. Roseville. III. to San
ESQ. Calf Hale and hearty. she
raves alone. spuruS the attentions
"a porte: and swings her hays off
re train ike woman many yeas
Younger
IN Corn Erlt
FOR Al years she has made these
journeys. always alone She missed
10" winters in the west because
'"' business depressiors on the farm
or farms are in ;he heart of the
i"lho.S corr belt she directs he-
M''Knlcn In the planting. care and
iharNesting-and she personally soils
hHr output and pave off her hands
work has nc, r,aGe her u withored
ola woman she is bright and has
an active mind
Some people think woTaen have
no chance in this world to do con.
's'ructlve work. she says When
my husband died in the SOS I knew
could do one of two things-ouit
or carry on
> prefer to be active. as any nor.
mai woman would wish II really
is easier for any woman 10 work and
Keep both her hands and brain ac.
i've than to retire to tabbvs corner
by the fire
, A Manufacturer"
consider myself a manufac.
turer j make and sell corn Some
, women make fine home but they
don I sell IL to anyone Homemak
ing is as much profession as doc. |
ttoMng. but women have not learned
TO sell their services even to their
husbands
Il help to harvest our crons and
expect to do so q good many Years
,Yet. ~Aii women should have thar
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1926-10-16

Harry Dickman, former investi-
gator in the now-famous Hall
Mills case has Joined Miss Jane
GioSon (the pig woman) as star
witness. Rumors of perjury and
bribery are rampant and Prescott
or Simpson claims the ex-soldier
has made startling disclosures.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-09-10
SUPPL !
Still SHORT
d ROBERT 5. THORNBUaCII

MERCHANTMEN; News Service
Headed BY residential construc.
ton, building ii the United STATES
win reach ! value 81, &. 50O, 900 900
Ii 1926. il record averages hung
up during the first six months 81
the year are maintained, Commerce
Department experts declared today.
Better housing for the nation
was responsible for large per cent
,of the gain Ia. building operations.
Figures for six months indicate
that the country will spend 81 ,963, J.
SIX, 900 for residential construction
this year, exceeding the 1926 record
BY close to $500. 900 900.
In spite OF the five and q half
billion dollars laid out tor houses
and apartments in the last two
years. officials said that there Is
still & shortage Of residential prop
erty.
In large cities apartment house
space Is rapidly increasing and
apartments are more nearly meet.
ing the demand than are the de.
tached houses and residential &C.
Communications In the smaller indus
trial centers.
Every branch OF building opera.
lions showed heavy increases over
the first half of 1925 excepting
erection OF educational ana other
public and semipublic buildings.
Educational structures accounted
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-09-10
MYSTERY Wells
TWO SUICIDES

stiIl shrouded 10 mystery. the
bodies Of Mr.. and Mrs. Frederick
a. Doyle. who committed suicide
Wednesday night in their room At
The willard Hotel. win leave wash
sngton today for Providence. r Il
After an autopsy at the morEue
and the issuance OF certificates Of
suicide. the bodies were turned over
60 the undertaking establishment Of
Joseph Gawler,s Sons. 1880 Penn.
eyIvania Ave. n. w. who were e.
quested by a Providence under
taking firm to prepare the bodies
and ship them direct to the Provi.
dence undertaken.
The names of friends and reIas.
tives Of the couple were carefully
guarded from the public. Not even
the local undertaking establishment
was furnished with. the names Of
amy relatives. ALI Of their instrucgI
tions came from the other UNDER
taker.
Although nothing definite is
known. It is presumed here that the
bodies win be cremated and the
ashes scattered. according to the
request made by the unfortunate
pair in note they left, addressed
80 the chief Of police and contain
ing 800 for expenses OF cremation.
Poverty the Reason
The couple came here on Wednes-
day. eneaged & room and then
wrote notes to relatives IN Broo1slyn
and Providence telling them OF
their contemplated act.
One Of the relatives, q Mr.. Halsey,
e Brooklyn, telephoned the hotel
20 learn whether or not they wers
dead That was the first that was
known Of the affair.
An immediate investigation re-
eealed the bodies, Mrs. Doyle lying |
en the bed and her husband re-
eliuing In chair. They had taken |
eno De the most deadly pofsons |
known.
Notes left explained their act as
arsed BY their lack Of means.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-09-10
FOUR CONVENTIONS DUE
HERE LATE THIS MONTH

Conventions DC undertakers. doc
tors, public health Officers and san.
itary engineers win be held here
the latter part Of this month. ac-
cording to q. 81 Lavigne. director
Of the washington Convention Bu,
reaii.
conclude their convention here Sep.
tember 81 The international Union
Against Tuberculosis opens It's con-
vention the same day. The Pan
American congress OF public health
officials and the American Society
OF Sanitary Engineers win be meet
Ing AT the same time.