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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
u. S. Embassy Told
Kidnapped Americans
Have Been Released

Mexico City. May 30--(P-Of1cial
confirmation was received by the Am
erican embassy today of the release Of
c. B. Braden. and ]. c. Gallagher.
American mining men, kidnapped by
bandits on May Is. The confrma-
ton came in messages from the Unit
ed States consuls at Torreon and
Durango. but they contained no de-
tails.
The American embassy is still at
tempting TO obtain but without sue
cess thus far, further information as
to the fate of John w. Shanklin. Of
Canyon. Texas, who is being held by
bandits. who threatened to kill him
last Thursday night II they did not
receive ransom Of $4,000.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
DRINKS POISON, CUTS
WRIST, FIRES Bullet
THROUGH EYE, dies

Portland, Me, May 30.-P)-Thom-
as Griffin, SS, money order clerk in
the Portland post office for 20 years,
ended his life in private garage in
South Portland today. He drank pol
son, slashed his left wrist with the
eiade OF safety razor, and finally
fired a bullet from a 22-calibre rife
through one eye into his brain. Ill
health caused the suicide. it is be-
leved.
me body was discovered behind the
steering wheel of a coupe. An unwit-
messed will found in the car provided
lor use Of residuary estate for the
purchase of coal for the worthy poor
u 81. iDomlnicks parish. The will"
was dated April IS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31

Washington, May 3o-(P)-Creation
of a special House committee to as
certain whether Representative LOUIS
c. Cramton, Republican, Michigan, or
any other House member "has re-
ceived money or fees" from the Anti
Saloon league or any other organiza-
ton interested in legislation pend
ing before Congress, is proposed in a
resolution drafted by Representative
Tinkham, Republican, Massachu-
sets.
The resolution, which Mr. Think
ham said will be introduced on Tues
day, is prefaced by four declarations,
the first of which asserts that Mr..
Cramton recently stated to a New
York newspaper correspondent that
from time to time he has received
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Flowers on Grave
OF Col. John Coolidge

Plymouth, VT. May 30.-(P}--
Memorial Day in Plymouth found
flowers in bloom on the grave of Col.
John G. Coolidge, father of the
President, and Calvin Coolidge, the
executives son. Several dozen
panZy plants and boxes of cut flow
ers arrived from the White House
yesterday and today Edward L.
Blanchard. a warm friend of the late
Colonel, went down to place the
flowers on the graves in the little
cemetery. Miss Aurora Pierce,
housekeeper at the Coolidge home
stead, threw open the house to sew
eral tourists who visited Plymouth
today.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Set First Stone
In 100000 Shaft
In Memory Harding

Marion, Ohio. May 30-(P)-The
first stone Of the Harding Memorial
which will be hugh sarcophagus of
white marble. was set in place here
today by Vice President Dawes, the
memorial, to be erected at cost of
100000 will be completed in IS
months
Twin slabs Of black marble inside
the tomb, which will take the form of
a circle, surmounted by 48 white
marble columns, so feet in height
will mark the last resting places of
Warren G. Harding. Goth president of
the United States and his wife,
Florence King Harding.
Cost of the structure came in con-
tributions from over the country. 1t
will be the first national attempt to
preserve the memory of President
Harding and was conceived by MEM
bers Of his official family on the train
which bore his body across country.
DIR. George T. Harding, ST., "a
year old father Of the former presf-
dent sat in place Of honor on the
platform.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Big Re-Distilling
Outfit COnfiscated
Near WOOnsOcket. r. [.

Woonsocllet, R. l., May SU.-tPl-
Local police officials early today un-
covered what they declared to be one
of the largest re-dfstilling outfits ever
seized in this section. Two 1600-gallon
tanks. IA barrels of denatured alcohol,
water pumps and several electric mo-
tors were taken in a raid on the Du-
bois farm. near the Fields station. The
paraphernalia will be turned over to
federal officers.
The raiding officers, led by Town
Sergeant William Allaire. fired several
shots at a man who fled the premises
atstheir approach and escaped.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Flowers on Water
For S-51 Victims

newport. R. l., May 30.-(P-The
navy tomorrow will honor the mem
CRY Of the 80 men who lost their
I'VE, nnes IN the s. 81 disaster last Sep
s se.uuer. Carrying members of the
, Ta,.s OF the victims, the naval tug
nm ns,,on from the torpedo station here,
sm go to the scene of the disaster
vi BLOCK Island, where flowers will
= scattered on the water. Captain
saf 3. Larimer, commanding Of
T Tss. OF the station, has placed the
- .. .s at the disposal of all relatives
=, i, .le victims who was to participate
a. :. 1e ceremony. Salvage operations
ovs. Ae wreck have been suspended
0'er the holiday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Seven Die in Brooklyn Fire
Flames Trap Family in
Old TAFT Hotel -
Father losses Four
Children to Safety
Four Others Perish
Mother and Two
Other Persons Death
Victims

New York, May 30-(AP)-
Seven persons lost their lives
tonight in fire which destroy
ed the old TAFT hotel in Brook
lyn.
Four children were burned to
death when their father, Thorn
as Hughes, a subway Dispatch
er, failed to reach them after
throwing his two other children
from a window of their hotel
room to persons in the street,
who caught them safely.
Mrs. Thomas Hughes, mo-
Their of the children, and an
aged widow known as Mrs.
Smith and J. F. Nolan, IS,
were also burned to death.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Honor Memory of
Henry Cabot Lodge

Boston, May 30-(P)-Boston MEM
bers Of the National Federation of
Post Office Clerks today honored the
late Senator Henry Cabot Lodge
with memorial services at his tomb
in the Mount Auburn cemetery at
Cambridge.
John A. Kelly, president Of the
Boston branch, declared that, as an
organization, the Boston Federation,
Is glad and proud to remember the
kind patron and benefactor Of the
Federation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31

Philadelphia, May 30.-(P)-To-
night miracle city" of halls and
exhibition palaces, covering 1000
acres in South Philadelphia. awaited
the ceremony tomorrow which will
open the sesqui- centennial interna-
tional exposition, commemorative
$50 years of American independence.
The exposition will continue till De-
cember 1.
The state building was erected as
tribute to the ideals and traditions
of William Penn. 1t Is estimated
100000 persons will participate in
the six months celebration. They
will visit shrines of American lib
erty, hear noted personages, native
and foreign, see famous athletes in
Continued on Page +Col. s.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
$4,000 FIRE LOSS
IN GROUP OF STORES
AT ELLSWORTH, ME-.

Ellsworth, Me. May 30.-(P)-Fire
originating in the meat market of
Neal Johnston in Main street this
morning caused damage estimated
at 100000. spreading to several 9TH
er stores before the firemen could
check it. The principal losers are
H. F. Wescott. hardware; The Besse
System store, clothing: Neal john
ston, meats: Edward Royal. barber
and Mrs. Hazel Royal, apartments.
The losses are partially covered by
insurance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
One-Third of Yale
Students Working Way

New Haven, Conn.,, May 30.-tPE-
One third of the total body of Yale
University is made up of men who
are working their way through col
lege. President James r. Ansell said
today In announcing plans for the
extension of the uiversitys policies
of assisting students in financial
need through the bureau of appoint
ments.
Last year these men earned more
than $4,000 and indications are thar
they will pass the half fillion dollar
mark in the present academic year.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Guard Ambassador
Herrick in SaccO-
Vanzetti Agitation

Paris. May INTERPRETATION over
the Sacco-vanzetti murder case in
Massachusetts, has prompted redoub-
ling of the guards at the American
embassy and the residence of Ambas-
sador Herrick. Six policemen. includ-
ing a cyclist. are now guarding Mr..
Herrick's home, while five policemen
are stationed at the embassy.
The full bench of the Massachusetts
supreme court Saturday refused a re-
hearing of arguments on exceptions
taken by counsel for the defense of
Nicola Scco and Bartolomeo vanzetti,
who were convicted Of murder in 1921.
1t was estimated that there would be
anothed move to seek new trial for
the defendants In the famous murder
case which has stirred agitation by
radical organizations throughout the
world.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Fourth Victim in
ROOtlegger War Dies

New York. May 30-LF1-Shot down
without warning. John Lydon. 3S,
Brooklyn grave digger. believed to be
the fourth victim in the war between
two of New York's bootlegger gangs.
died with five bullet wounds in his
body in Greenpoint hospital today.
Y Three other men were shot to death
in Brooklyn and the Bronx in the
past two days and five others wound
ed. Police believe the feud started
when one gang of East River boot
leggers infringed upon the territory
of another gang and sold liquor at
cheaper prices.
Police Commissioner Mclaughlin
today ordered every detective recall
ed from his vacation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Evangeline Booth
Reported Improving

New York, May 30.-lPl-Com-
mander Evangeline Booth of the
Salvation Army who has been Ill for
some time was reported as materially
better today.
Commander Booth spent a much
better night last night" statement
from Salvation Army headquarters
read. "She seemed quite rested to-
day and was able to take a little
nourishment. The doctors are hope
full that she will not be subjected to
any further attacks"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Sec. Jardine to Meet
Farmers of BAY State

Amherst Mass. May 30-tPl-Sec-
rotary Of Agriculture William NJ.
Jardine will be the principal speaker
at the annual farm and home week
meetings Of the Massachusetts Agri-
cultural college July q to 80, It was
announced today. The meetings will
bring together farmers from all parts
of the state for discussion OF their
problems. Besides Secretary Jardine,
members of the college faculty and
other agricultural authorities will
speak.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
fspecial to Kennebec JournaD
ESTABLISHED 1925


Waterville, May 30-The centennial
observance of the founding of the
Universalist church in this city was
continued today with impressive
ceremonies both in the afternoon and
evening. The elaborate historical
pageant in the afternoon traced the
history of Universalism not only in
Waterville but from the time that 1t
was brought to this country from
England by John Murray well over
100 years ago. The beauty of the pa
geant was increased by an enlarged
choir and the numerous selections
which were given during its enact
ment.
The pageant was divided into ten
Continued on Page 3-Col. ~
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Three u. S. Balloons
Start international
Race at Antwerp, Bel.

Antwerp, Belgium, May 30.-(Pl-
Three American balloons the
Goodyear, the Sic, and Akron N.
A. A.-took off today in a heavy
gale and rain in the international
balloon race for the second Gordon
Bennett trophy. The French aviator
Cordier had to abandon his attempt
shortly after starting, and another
Frenchman,. Blanchet, was obliged
to do ligewise.
Because of the unfavorable wea-
Their, all the pilots were warned to
fly tomorrow. The Americans part
ed with every confidence Oh ultimate
success.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Robt. III. Cram, Former
Maine Legislator. Dies

Portland. Me-. May 30-tP1-Robert
H. Cram. "a. representative in the
Maine legislature from the town Of
Bristol in 1907 and 1921, died today
at the Eye and Ear Infirmary. where
he had been for treatment for two
months. He was a native of Bristol
and lived there practically all of his
life. He at one time was an extern
sive owner of fish weirs on Johns
Bay and lata~ was engag ed in farm
ing and the insurance business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Boy Scouts to Visit
Calvin, Jr.'s, Grave

aalsa.aland, Vt. May SO.-(P)-A
ri,, saeon of Boy Scouts from this
n VIII so tomorrow to Plymouth
no. oia1ket the grave of Calvin Cool
ns ss Jr, son of the President. with
s w,- OF panzy plants.
vice. Seou's VIII conduct SER
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Local Radio Condition.

Saturday evening was only fair for
radio reception. The volume al
times was weak but improved as the
evening advanced. There was some
static.
Last evening the volume was not
strong but there was something 10
be had from Portland, Boston and
New York stations. There was some
fading.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Weather Holds Flyer
At Guantanamo, Cuba

Washington, May 30.-(P)-Weath-
er conditions today forced Bernardo
Duggan, Argentine aviator who is
enroute to Buenos Aires by seaplane
to abandon an effort to continue his
flight from Guantanamo. Cuba.
Dispatches to the navy department
said Duggan hoped off at 7.15 A.
NJ. eastern standard time. for Cape
Haitien, Haiti, but on account of
threatening weather conditions to
the eastward returned two hours
liter
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
THE WEATHER
CLOUDY

Northern and Southern New Eng
land: Mostly cloudy Monday and
Tuesday with local showers, some
what warmer Tuesday on the coast.
Eastern New York: Mostly cloudy
Monday and Tuesday with local
showers and possibly thunder show
ers. Not much change in tempera-
ture,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
General Forecast

Pressure is still high. but falling
from New Foundland southwestward
to the east gulf of Mexico; highest
3026 inches Sydney, \. s.
There will be considerable cloudi-
ness Monday and Tuesday over the
states east of the Mississippi river
and local showers and probably
thunder storms are indicated for
practically all sections.
The temperature will not change
materially.
Winds: North Of Sandy Hook:
Moderate winds to fresh southerly
winds and mostly overcast weather
Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Lewiston Youth
browns in Pond

Lewiston. Me-. May 30.-tP)-Otis
Pilote, IS, son of George PIote. OF ~
Chapel street. Lewiston was drown
ed in three feet OF water at Jimmy
Pond, Litchfield. this afternoon. He
fell into the water while fishing
from a wharf.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Premier Mussolini
To MuZzle Newspapers

Rome, May s0-tP)-The Fasclst
directorate. under the presidency of
Premier Mussolini has decided to
carry out severe revision of all daily
and weekly newspapers and publica-
tions. This win be done in order to
draw up a list of those authorized by
the party. Others will be warned
that if they print illicit speculation.
they will be reported TO the police
authorities to have their licenses re-
yoked.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Tiinkha1n to
Probe Fees
Dry League
Says Rep. Champion
Has Not D e n i e d
Newspaper Story of
Acceptance

According to Correspondent
Michigan Congressman Has
Received Money From Anti
Saloon League From Time to
Time-Bay State Represen-
tative Proposes Special Com
mittee to Probe-Pictures
League AS Evil Influence on
Government And Supreme
Court
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Is Killed in Auto
Accidents i'm Mass.

Boston, May 30--t?)-Eighteen per-
sons were killed by automobiles In
Massachusetts last week, the state
registry of motor vehicles announced
today. This number was six more
than in the preceding week and seven
more than for the same period last
year.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
american Legion in
nome Observes Dav

Ler;oae May 30.-[Pl-The American
Day II IN Rome observed Memorial
wres,S parade after which a
ltaN..i was placed on the tomb Of
vs. Unknown Soldier.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Boston Forecast

Forecast for Boston and vicinity:
Generally cloudy Monday and Tues
day, probably occasional showers;
somewhat warmer Tuesday. Moder-
ate south and southwest winds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Is Hurt in
Crash Bus
And Truck
Six Children Among
Victims in Sideswip-:
ing at Chelsea, Mass.

Score of Picknickers on Truck
Thrown Out-30 Passengers
in Motor Bus Cut and Bruis-
ed-FOur Seriously Injured
Bus Had Swung Out of
Line to Avoid Auto-Side-
swiping of Oncoming Truck
Followed
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
Sesqui- Centennial Today
Exposition Opens for
Six Months Run in
Philadelphia

Secretaries Kellogg and Hoover
Will Be Main Speakers
Huge Parade Will Precede
Opening Ceremony-3O, OOO,-
600 Visitors Expected Dur
ing Half Year Exhibition
Worlds Greatest Concert
Organ One of Features
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
$4,000
Fire From
Stock Badly Damaged
in urrOW ives Co.
Plant at Portland

Fire Smouldered in Wooden
CuspidOr Filled With Saw
dust-Cedar Chests, Screen
Doors And Billiard Tables
Stock Ruined by Water-Big
Dry Kiln Believed Undamag.
ed - Several Cutting Ma
chimes Also Damaged
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-05-31
A PROTECTON
FOR WIVES

Every wife should insist that her
husband secure the protection Of our
rev $500 Travel Accident Policy.
In going to and from work, riding in
trains, street cars, taxis and autos, CT
in crossing congested streets, your
husband may at any time be killed or
at least injured so he cannot work for
many weeks. Unless you have sub
stantial income Of your own, such an
accident would seriously affect the
finances of yourself and family. But
if your husband had our $500 policy
you would receive substantial sum
payment in case he was, totally dis.
abIed. Write now for full informa-
ton regarding our remarkable insur-
ance offer.
Evening star., 1926-11-20
RADIO WINS FAVORABLE
VERDICT IN TOMBS TRIAL
ly ths Auocjated Press

By the Associated Press
NEW YORK, November 20-The
radio was officially tested in Tombs
Court yesterday and absolved Of
charges OF being dangerous to life or
detrimental TO health"
Complaint had been made against
an outside loud speaker at the store
pf Herman Knopf. in downtown Man.
haitian. and a test was arranged In
the courtroom IT Magistrate George
W. Simpson. where Knopf was ar
Saigned on charges Of violating the
sanitary code.
Magistrate Simpson tuned In on a
Saz5 orchestra. and after listening to
several selections said:
II have studied music In my day.
have attended the opera, have heard
sounds from different instruments,
and l have heard this radio set. be-
tfeve that the sounds I have heard
from this radio set are harmonious
THE prisoner Is discharged
Evening star., 1926-11-20
Ozark STRANGLER"
HUNTED IN KILLINGS
Police in West Coast Cities
Report Murders of Seven
Women in Same Way.
p ths Associated Press.

~ xhe Associated Press
San FRANCISCO. November 90
d dark stranger" believed to have
been responsible for the murder OF
tsven women in Pacific Coast cities
from Santa Barbara. Calf. to Port
tand, Greg, since last February, and
numerous attacks on others, Is being
sought by officers of the Bay cities as
the result of clues unearthed here last
night while investigating the Staying
Of Mrs. William Anna Edmonds. a
wealthy widow
The first case was the attack and
murder of Miss Mary Newman here
last February Since then evidences
Of his activity have appeared irregu-
larly
Mrs. Edmonds was slain Tuesday
night. Mrs. H. c. Murray was at
tackled and slain here the previous
night under similar circumstances.
The police never have been able to
md fingerprint, The mysterious as
ssilant has assaulted each of the
women he has killed, and he preys
upon those who advertise rooms for
rent In their homes. In each case he
has posed as prospective tenant,
and has aSsaiIed them on their show
Ing him the rooms for rent.
Evening star., 1926-11-20
Broker Disposes
of 500, 900 Berth
to Aid Immigrants
BY the Associated Press.

BY the Associated Press
NEW YORK. November 20.--Dwight
Braman thinks Amsricanization more
important than money. He stepped
out OF his $le0000 seat on the New
York Stock Exchange yesterday TO de-
vote the rest OF his life to the allied
patriotic societies.
He is iineal descendant Of William
Penn.
Spread the English language. raise
the standards Of immigrants here and
keep out MISUNDERSTANDING the Job,
he says. for him.
Evening star., 1926-11-20
DISINTEGRATES ATOM
WITH AMAZING SPEED
swedish Professor Breaks Up IS
Many in Minute as Sir Ernest
Rutherford in Year.
b. the Associated Press.

Br the Associated Press.
VIENNA, November 20--Ry max
ing visible as many atom particles
in one minute as the distinguished
British chemist, Sir Ernest Ruther-
ford. had been able to show in one
year. Prof. Hans Peterson. Swedish
savant. astounded a select company
OF NienneSe scientists
Working at the Vienna Physics
Laboratory. Prof. Peterson demon
strated that he could disintegrate the
atoms Of silicium, magnesium beryl-
tium and carbon in diamond form
with remarkable rapidity. His in
Eentously constructed apparatus per-
n1its of observation of the disintegra-
tton of the carbon atom in the
luminous course Of flying hydrogen
particle.
Another device that amazed the
scientists was equipped with a loud
speaker. ena nabling the sound of ladium
edectrons bombarding and disintegrat-
ing aluminium atoms to be heard at
the other end of the laboratory hall.
The addition was possible by the use
Of Mime. Curies forceps holding radio
active prolonium.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1926-09-18
KNIFE STORY
FROM JAPAN
IS GARBLED
CooIie, Frightened, Drops
Weapon-Did Not Throw
1t at Princess.
Bu United Press

Bu United Press
TOXIC, Sept. 18.-A humble Jap
anese Coolie grew curious to gaze
at royalty; was discovered became
frightened; fed and dropped a knife
in his fight.
Whereupon the United States has
been RECALLED with story that a
knife was thrown toward" Crown
Princess Louise of Sweden while she
dined at the British embassy; that
Roger Tilley, son of the British am
bassador, was struck and was saved
from serious injury only by gold
cigaret case which DETECTED the
knife; and that a luncheon attended
by high pc, sons of the diplomatic
world was thrown into an uproar.
The incident took place at the
British embassy where Crown Prince
Gustavus Adolphus and Crown Prin-
cess Louise of Sweden were guests
of British Ambassador Tilley at a
luncheon.
The British embassy, In reviewing
the incident today deplored the SEN
sational stories which were circu-
lated in the United States and de-
MED the truth of those accounts.
The foreign office and the metropoli-
tan police of Toxic agreed with the
embassy account of the affair.