VOL. XXX. NO. 40. PHILLIPS, MAINE, FRIDAY, MAY 8, 1908. ' PRICE 4 CENTS

MAINE DECLARES FOR TAFT. o ’clock, the children and young people Here was the law in 1883, Chapter INJURIES PROVED FATAL* below the ninth grade enjoyed them­ PETITIONS FOR A PARDON. 118, Section 10. “ Whoever, by force selves immensely, for a large number and violence, or by putting in fear, DELEGATES-AT-LARGE CHOSEN AT had gathered at Wilbur hall and every­ WALTER H. MOORE IS SERVING LIFE feloniously steals and takes from the BERLIN MILLS EMPLOYEE THROWN STATE CONVENTION. body had a chance to march and to wind SENTENCE IN PRISON. person of another, property that is the INTO MOVING BAND SAW. the Maypole. Apples in abundance subject of larceny, is guilty of robbery, They Were Uninstructed But Convention were contributed by Miss Wilbur. and if, at the time he was armed with And still the May party had not Convicted Under Statute Which Almost a dangerous weapon, with intent, if Body Was Cruelly Mutilated Then Cast 0* Declared Taft to Be Choice of Repub­ ended. In response to many requests Immediately Thereafter Was Revised resisted, to kill or maim such person; or Refuse Carrier—Saved Just in Nick licans of Maine—Presidential Electors the hall was again opened Tuesday if, being so armed, he wounds or strikes evening, a part of the program was re­ As Result of His Sentence—Has , him; or if he has a confederate present, of Time from Being Cremated—Died Also Selected. / peated and the Maypole was wound Served Nearly 20 Years. so armed, to aid or abet him, he shall in Lewiston. with undiminished zest and pleasure. be punished by imprisonment for life; Four delegates-at-large to the Repub­ Mrs. Field’s class wish to express A petition for the pardon of Walter otherwise for any term of years or for Tuft Williams, aged about 35 years, lican national convention at Chicago their appreciation of the invitation of H. Moore, who is serving a life sentence life.” received injuries while working near a were elected at the Republican State Mr. Hammond to eat with him the in State Prison for assault and robbery, Moore was convicted for life under band saw at the Berlin Mills last Thurs­ convention held in Portland, April 30, birthday cake; their thanks to Mr. was filed at the executive department this law in 1889 and that year an day afternoon that proved to be fatal. and will go to Chicago without instruct­ Pratt for the free use of the hall on the amendment was made to the law which at Augusta, April 28. appears in the Revised Statutes, 1903, Williams was taking away from the ions to vote for any one of the Presi- | children’s afternoon, and to Mr. Morey The strange case of W alter H. Moore ! band saw and a slab had just been cut dential candidates. for the Maypole; also to all who assist­ of Wilton, who nearly 20 years ago was Chapter 119, Section 15, as follows: “ Whoever, by force and violence, or from the log on the carriage. He The convention, however, adopted a ed in the program and in the prepara­ sentenced to life imprisonment for as­ thought the slab had fallen off, and resolution declaring “ that without at­ tions for this charming party. sault and robbery on the person of H. by putting in fear, feloniously steals and takes from the person of another, turned his back while it ran into position tempting to instruct their delegates, S. Houghton, a prominent merchant of to make another cut. It returns with property that is subject to larceny, is the Republicans of Maine in convention ARE PROMINENT. Wilton who was mysteriously knocked considerable speed and the slab which assembled declare that William H. Taft guilty of robbery and shall be punished lay upon it with one end protruding down and robbed in front of his store in by imprisonment for any term of of Ohio is their choice for candidate for that village on Saturday night, Dec. 22, > struck Williams a sudden, violent blow president of these United States.” Mention Should Have Been Made of M. years. ” in the back, a blow sufficient to plunge 1888, has been revived in legal circles J Quite a different law, it appears, and The delegates-at-large and alternates F. Stevens and The Sargent. and by others who note those cases, * by j him headlong into the pit beneath the chosr n wer e as follow s: taken in connection with the fact that machine. In the article on Stratton and Eustis Moore’s petition for a pardon. all property had been restored and that Delegates—Col. Thomas P. Shaw, Mrs. Lucy A. Houghton, widow of While the upper portions of the saw Portland; Edward P. Ricker, Poland; in M a i n e W o o d s m a n last week men­ the assadlt was not the direct cause of tion should have been made of the merchant assaulted, died at Everett, I are protected, yet below the floor it is John F. Hill, Augusta, and Chas. J. the death of the victim who lived many exposed and into the ragged maw of M. F. Stevens, Livery. Mass., on Jan. 5 last, at the age of 78 Dunn, Orono. years. Mrs. Houghton had appeared years afterwards, and in further view the rapidly running saw Williams was Alternates —Robert McArthur, Bid- Stratton possesses a modern and up as opponent to the pardon which Moore that this man had never before been thrown. The saw did its deadly work deford; Fred O. Smith, New Vineyard; to date livery, and boarding stable asked in 1902 through the present as­ convicted of any crime and that he has almost instantly and cast the mangled Dr. A. C. Hagerthy, Ellsworth, and where can be found a fine collection of been confined under a life sentence for body upon the carrier which conveys sistant attorney general, Warren C. nearly 20 years, the case, shorn of all George H. Smith, Presque Isle. good drivers and speedy steppers with Philbrook, and with her passing all op­ the sawdust from the machine to the The convention also chose the follow­ rigs that are reliable and dependable. position to pardoning the man, who is a opposition by interested parties, stands furnace where it is consumed by fire. ing six Presidential electors: The stable which was built in 1906 clearly out as one for executive clem­ Fortunately the men near the furnace victim of the laws, strange inflexibility ency. Benjamin F. Cleaves, Biddeford; when the firm was known as Stevens & will have passed, it is thought by men saw the unconscious man upon the car­ Virgil R. Connor, Fairfield; Luther P. Hanley is 32x70 feet, two stories high, At the time the case attracted great rier and removed his mutilated body who are conversant with this one of the attention in Franklin county because of Maddocks, Boothbay Harbor; Henry at present contains 15 horses and the strangest of Maine criminal cases. just in time to save him from crema W. Sargent, Sedgwick; Hugh R. Chap­ business is now conducted by Mr. M. F. its mystery. H. S. Houghton was a tion. This man was convicted for life at pro inent merchant in Wilton. It was lin, Bangor, and Charles H. Randall, Stevens who purchased his partner’s in- the March, 1889, term o f the supreme A hasty examination showed ghastly Portland. ______| terest about one year ago, and who by in Christmas time, almost the eve of injuries and Dr. E. B. Currier of Phil­ judicial court at Farmington by the Christmas, when on Saturday night, Republican district conventions were | square dealing and courteous treatment late Judge Thomas H. Haskell and the lips was quickly summoned. A special I of patrons has greatly increased the Dec. 22, he was found outside his home train took him to the mills without any held on Wednesday in the Third and court in imposing sentence in substance near his store in the village in an un­ Fourth Congressional Districts, and on l trade and in summer Stevens’s stable said that after the state's case had loss of time and every aid possible was l receives large patronage from tourists conscious state. There was a deep given to the injured man. Dr. John Thursday forenoon in the First District. been disclosed, that if the law permit­ wound in his head and for days he lay The present members of congress were and sportsmen and the coming season ted it he would impose a sentence for a i H. Nichols of Farmington was also 1 Mr. Stevens will be better able than unconscious. It was found that his summoned and a special train was run renominated by acclamation—Hon. term of years rather than life, but that safe had been robbed of $450. There Amos L. Allen in the First District, j ever to cater to this trade with a high the statutes would not permit it and he from that point to the mills. On this j class o f driving horses. Mr. Stevens was no trace of the robber. latter train was the Rev. Fr. Desilets Hon. Edwin C Burleigh in the Third, was compelled to impose a life sentence. The selectmen offered $250 for the and Hon. Llewellyn Powers in the also owns the stallion Don S. by Cresset. Shortly after this sentence was im­ who came to minister the last rites, I A resident of Stratton for many years apprehension and conviction of the should the injuries prove immediately Fourth. Walter C.* Emerson of Port­ posed the legislature, largely to remedy robber, the order being signed by Gil­ land, who had been a candidate for the I Mr. Stevens has a wide acquaintance the unjustness of the law as it then fatal. i and is a popular business man of in- bert Miller, Enoch Bridges and B. W. Williams had suffered a cut through nomination against Mr. Allen : stood when Moore was sentenced, Brown. In addition, on Christmas day First, had practically withdrawn from I teS ^ y . _____;____ the right side of the abdomen and trunk R. B. Fuller offered personally an ad­ which severed several ribs and exposed the contest. The Sargent, Eustis. ditional $250. For delegates and alternates to the the intestines and lungs to view. His Alonzo Sylvester of Farmington, then right arm had been cut off and the Republican national convention at Few hotels in the best sporting region sheriff elect, was attracted to the case. Chicago, the following were chosen: of Maine compare with The Sargent, He found the town in a turmoil of ex­ formerly the New Shaw House, located wounds contained considerable of the First District: Delegates—Richard citement and everyone on the alert for dust and refuse from the saw. For Webb of Portland, Horace Mitchell of ideally on the famous Dead River in the the reward. Besides, the mystery of midst of mountains, woods, ponds and some reason he bled but little, and the Kittery; alternates, Arthur H. Moulton the case attracted the curious for there shock of the accident he seemed to of Portland, Richard H. Ingersoll of streams teeming with big game and was no trace of the assailant and there gamy fish and sportsmen will not on!y withstand very well. Biddeford. appeared to have vanished every thing After giving him what surgical treat­ Third District: Delegates—Forrest be surprised at the modernity of the tangible. Mr. Sylvester had his at­ hotel but will be pleased with its ap-1 ment possible it was deemed best to Goodwin of Skowhegan, Byron Boyd of tention called to a rather shiftless remove him to the Sister’s {hospital at Augusta: alternates, Orlando W. Frost, ! pointinent and in the courteous catering j character, Walter H. Moore, who lived of Landlord A. B. Sargent. Though j Lewiston. A train was run to this Charles E. Knowlton. in a small out-of-the-way building out­ place that evening and he was kept Fourth District: Delegates—F. E. far in the big woods yet it is only one side the village. He appeared to be a day from Boston with easy journey here until Friday morning when he was Chandler of Addison; alternates, Fran­ shiftless, harmless fellow and no one taken to Lewiston as planned. Thurs­ cis P. McCaul o f Eastport, Carl E.> Mil- through delightful mountain scenery suspected him in light of the fact that | finally reaching The Sargent 1500 feet day night he passed quite comfortably liken of Island Falls. he appeared to be active in the search in consideration of the severity of his above sea level and all around lie sport­ for the reward. ing camps within a radius of 20 miles. injuries, but after arriving in the hos­ MAY DAY PARTY. Mr. Sylvester, as he recalls the story, pital he steadily failed and died about Big Island and Chain of Pond on the says that in his investigations he en­ famous Megantic Preserve, Flagstaff sunset on Saturday. Mrs. Field’s tered and searched an old mill between Williams was a resident of Chisholm’ s Enjoyable Affair Given by pond, Spring lake, Tim and Jim ponds the Houghton store and residence and | where the best fishing out of doors is to but had been employed a great deal in Sunday School Class. on a beam found a coat button which this vicinity where he was well found and scores o f places nearby appeared amongst the dust to have A very enjoyable May Day partyM was where the trout rise to the fly. The known among the woodsmen. He is given by the members of Mrs been recently dropped there. He then survived by a widow and three children. i Sargent offers every facility and com­ went to the Moore place and finding a Field’s class in the Union Sunday school fort for the sportsman and Mr. Sargent to members of the school in and above coat with a button missing fitted it as . BLANCHARD CONFIDENT. has the reputation of catering to guests the missing one. There he also found the ninth grade of the public school and in an especial manner which has made their friends. The party was given in a baseball bat which showed evidence his hotel known far and near. Send for of newness and an attempt to make it Hopes to Give Good Account of Himself at Wilbur hall Saturday evening. May 2. circular giving rates, etc. A large company ga hered injrespccsc look old by application of dirt. Mr. District Convention. WALTER H. MOORE. Sylvester invited Moore to a room in a to the cordial invitation and jollity was (Special to Maine W oodsman.) the order of the hour. Much amuse­ Mrs. Amanda S. Norton, Avon. local hotel and gave him what is termed F a r m i n g t o n , M a i n e , May 6, 1908. ment was found in guessing the names the third degree but Moore never dis­ of the young ladies who “ sat for the Mrs. Amanda Stevens Norton, widow changed the law by amending chapter closed by appearance or replies his con­ Interest in the second district cam­ pictures” shown in profile upon the of Jeremiah R. Norton, died at the 118, section 16 in terms to be found in nection with the affair. So tightly paign for the Republican nomination wall and when the list of the “ originals” home of her son, Augustus Norton, at the public laws of 1889, chapter 250 in did the web weave that in a few days increases hereabouts as the day of the was read surprise was both audible and Avon Friday evening. She was aged which said amendment robbery was de­ Moore was arrested and was charged convention approaches. Franklin coun­ 84 years and death was due to heart visible. fined and the punishment made alterna­ with the crime. In confinement he ty’s favorite son, Hon Cyrus N. Blan­ Rev. Mr. Hutchins spoke o f the joy trouble. She is survived by six chil­ tive for life or a term of years as ap­ confessed and told that they would find chard was in town this week smiling universally felt at the return of the dren, Editor Norton of the Portland peared proper in the discretion of the a duplicate of the baseball bat in and sanguine. He hopes to give a good springtime and of the various modes of Evening Express, Oliver S. Norton of presiding justice. Wilson stream of the one found in his account of himself when the balloting is its expression by different peoples, hap­ Portland, grand secretary of the grand Thus it will be seen that Moore i3 i home. This was found and the missing through with and there are those who pily bringing the thought to the pretty lodge of Good Templars, Augustus Nor­ sentenced to life for a crime, which, button from his coat found in the old say that with the conditions of the fight custom of winding the Maypole. A pole ton, J. A. Norton, Mrs. Ruth Norton owing to the law that guided the court mill completed the circumstantial so peculiar that they hope to see the had been erected in the hall, and eight Toward o f Boston and Dr. James F. at the time, was almost immediately story. man of destiny chosen. The best poli­ young ladies then delighted the com­ Norton of Hartland. changed but this man, although he was He told Mr. Sylvester where he had ticians of Franklin county look with pany with the graceful evolutions about Funeral services were held at the late circumstantially convicted and later re­ hidden the $450. It was found where disfavor on what they call a weak it that weave in and out the ribbons residence on Monday and the remains stored all the money—some $450—and he said hidden in Franklin and Somerset kneed policy of going over to the enemy carried, winding and unwinding the were taken to Farmington on the after­ the further fact that the victim of the counties and restored to Mr. Houghton. before the fight is really begun. They noon train and interred in Riverside May pole. assault did not die but recovered and Then followed the trial and conviction aver that Blanchard should have the The following program was given and besides those of her husband. lived some 12 or 15 years, Moore is still and the change in the law immediately solid support of the county and that for was a continuous delight: the victim of the law under which he almost on which his application for future political reasons that she should pardon was based in 1902 and which present a solid front of fifty-one votes Chorus, Members o f Class Mrs. Pearl Harnden. was sentenced and its almost immediate Piano Duet, Misses French and Hawes change to a term of years was due to was opposed by the late Mrs. Lucy A. for him. They point to Oxford’s un­ Songr Mildred Mahoney Mrs. Pearl Harnden, wife of Mr. J. his case. Houghton, relict of the assaulted man, broken delegation for Swasey and Saga­ Reading, Estelle Barker Indice Harnden, died at her home on Moore has been a model prisoner and and also upon which his recent applica­ dahoc’s for Sewall, and say that it is Impersonation—"The Debating Club.’ M r.'A m es Saturday, May 2, aged 21 years. Fun­ in 1902 sought pardon having then tion is based. best politics for the county’s future to Chorus, Members o f Class eral services were conducted at the served some 13 years for the crime, his stick solidly to Blanchard to the end. Dr. and Miss Hilton accompanied Union church Tuesday afternoon by counsel being Hon. Warren G. Phil­ Sherburne Chapter, 0. E. S. Astute figurers cannot see how the Miss Mahoney in her solo, and also ren­ Rev. M. S. Hutchins. There was a brook, now assistant attorney general, i The following very pleasing program winner is to get there except with the dered several enjoyable selections dur­ large attendance of the deceased and His petition was at that time denied was presented at the meeting of Sher­ aid of Franklin county. There have been many instances, they say, where ing the evening. the Rebekahs, of which Mrs. Harnden and now he again asks for his freedom. burne Chapter, No. 117, O. E. S., a man who looks like the minority wins Rev. Mr. Ames «in his first appear­ was a member, attended in a body. M a i n e W o o d s m a n presents this Wednesday evening: ance as an impersonator______B before t ___ a Phil- The floral tributes were beautiful simply in the cause of justice in view Solo, Birdena Plaisted out in the stress of a turmoil such as Solo, Shepard Ramsdell they predict at Lewiston May 12. iips audience proved himself possessed token of esteem in which the deceased of all the circumstances of the case Solo, Mildred Mahoney, with chorus by Estelle of much skill as an entertainer. was held. The interment was in Ever- which is a most peculiar one in Maine Barker, Birdena Plaisted, Marion Wells. Elmer E. Richards, Esq. will present Miss Wilbur announced that as the | green cemetery, jurisprudence and as it appears that Solo, Mrs. P. O. Hopkins the name of Mr. Blanchard to the con­ Reading with Piano Accompaniment, vention and it may be seconded, they birthday of one present fell upon that there is now no opposition to the pardon Helen Hilton and Estelle Barker. day a birthday cake would be presented of this man who has expiated for nearly Chorus. Mildred Mahoney, Marion Wells. Bird­ say, bv a no less distinguished person and the young ladies marched in es­ Mrs. Julia S. Goldsmith. 20 years a crime which the year after ena Plaisted. than Governor Cobb. Those who attend his sentence and directly due to it there Refreshments of salads, sandwiches, the Lewiston convention will listen to a corting the bearer of a beautiful cake, The funeral of Mrs. Julia S. Gold­ cake and coffee were served. The ar­ encircled with trailing arbutus and smith, who died on Thursday of last was a change of the law which alters brand of oratory which it will be worth the penalty from life imprisonment, rangements were in charge of Misses miles going to hear. blazing candles and, to the astonisn- week of diabetes, was held at the home Elma Byron and Blanche Kenniston mentof Principal Hammond, bringing of her son, H. W. Goldsmith, Saturday, that this Walter H. Moore is clearly entitled to executive clemency at the and to tnem the credit is largely due Chronic Constipation Cured. the offering to him. < May 2, at 2 o’clock. Rev. M. S. Hutch­ for a very enjoyable evening. The program being completed -he ins spoke words of consolation and Mr. hands of the governor and council. One who suffers from chronic constipation is charm of the Maypole called company N. P. Noble, Mrs. L. J. Holt and Miss In order to show the legal phase of ; in danger of many serious ailments. Foley’s Ori this case we here give the law under Personal. no Laxative cures chronic constipation as it aids after company to weave the colored Birdena Plaisted sang two selections. If any person suspects that their kidneys are indigestion and stimulates the liver and bowels, ribbons about it. The party closed for The floral offerings were very beautiful. which Moore was convicted and its deranged they should take Foley’s Kidney Reme­ restoring the natural action of these organs. the evening with a march led by Mr. Interment was in Evergreen cemetery. subsequent change a few months after dy at once and not risk having Bright’s disease or Commence taking it today and you will feel bettre his case was called to the attention of diabetes. Delay gives the disease a stronger foot­ at once. Foley’s Qrino Laxative does not nauseate Ames and Miss Hatch. An obituary of Mrs. Goldsmith will be hold and you should not delay taking Foley’s Kid­ or gripe and is pleasant to take. Refuse substi­ | |The following Monday, from 4 until 6 published in our next issue. the Maine legislature: ney Remedy. W . A. D. Cragin, Phillips. tutes. W. A. D. Cragin, Phillips. 2 MAINE WOODSMAN, PHILLIPS, MAINE, MAY 8, 1908

homes, and their relationships, in duties Obituary. Notice. toward father and mother, toward The subscriber hereby gives notice that she has M r . M e l v i n L . S o p e r . brother and sister, we may learn to been duly appointed Administratrix of the estate Use A apply the principles that control our Mr. Soper was the second son of the of duties in the great family of God. Let late Orren and Johanna (Adams) Soper. Joseph A. Witham, late of Weld, us inquire of our hearts. Let us go to in the county of Franklin, deceased, and given He was born in Freeman Valley, Sept. bonds as the law directs. All persons having de­ NEW PERFECTION school to Jesus, learning from his life. mands against the estate of said deceased are de­ Then as we follow his teaching shall 6, 1857, and attended the little town sired to present the same for settlement, and all school there and was well liked by al indebted thereto are requested to make payment, our eyes shine with gladness, our hearts immediately., leap for joy. his schoolmates. When he was 13 years Mavill M. Witham. Wick Blue Flame Oil Cook-Stove There are many arts known to man. of age he went to live with his half sis- April 21. 1908. The art of architecture, of painting, of sculpture, of music. Above all is the tet, Mrs. C. W. Huff and family. He Estate of Clark R. Bill. learned to do farm work with Mr. Huff Franklin, ss: At a Court of Probate holden at Because it’s clean. art of the Gospel, which is the art of Farmington, within and for the County of Frank­ right living. It is the simple art of do­ Because it’s econom­ and was always pleasant. Never a lin, on the third Tuesday of April, A. D. 1908. ing and of being good. It is for us to cross word passed between himself and Whereas a petition has been duly filed praying ical. ask how may we know the truth of life, that administration on the estate of Clark R. Hill, the power of life. The answer is that the family. To his sister he became late of Rangeley. in said County, deceased, may □ be granted to Joseph W . Hill, or some other suit­ Because it saves we are not to allow our thought to be very dear. At the age of 20 years he able person: time. turned away from Jesus and so corrup­ went to Lowell, Mass., where he Ordered. That said petitioner give notice to all ted, Looking to him our thoughts shall learned the barber trade with his half persons interested, by causing a copy of this Because it gives best be inspired, our vision enlarged, our order to be published three weeks successively in brother, Edmond Soper. In 1882 he the Maine W oodsman published at Phillips, lives filled with peace and power. Let that they may appear at a Probate Court to be cooking results. us then remember Jesus, and look upon was married to Miss Annie Gleason held at Farmington, in said County, on the third Tuesday of May next, at ten of the clock in the Because its flame his life. Marsh and to them was born one child, forenoon, and show cause, if any they have, why can be regulated a daughter, Lucille M. He then the same should not be allowed. Madrid. bought a stand on Harding street in J. H. Thompson, Judge. instantly. Attest, A. L. Fenderson, Register. Men are “ mending” the highways. Lowell, where he made for himself and Estate of Esther A. Wright. Because it will not overheat your kitchen. Whooping cough is on the go now. i ttle family a happy home. He kept a Franklin, ss: At a Court of Probate holden at Because it is better than the coal or wood stove. Lucille, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. barber shop on Middlesex street for Farmington, within and for the County of Frank­ Bonney Webber, has a slight attack of several years. Later his w ife’s health lin, on the third Tuesday of April A. D. 1908. Because it is the perfected oil stove. Andrew J. Wright, Administrator of the estate bronchitis with the cough. began to fail and on September 27, of Esther A. Wright, late of Eustis in said County, For other reasons see stove at your dealer’s, 1899, she passed away, leaving him and deceased, having presented his first account of Isaiah Dunham is still in feeble administration of the estate of said deceased for or write our nearest agency. health. his little daughter alone. Her death allowance: was a great blow to him. He sold his Ordered, That said Administrator give notice Made in three sizes and fully warranted. Miss Mertie Heath is working for to all persons interested, by causing this order Mrs. Lewis Reed. stand and took a small rent, engaging a to be published three weeks successively in Master Floyd Reed is gaining slowly. housekeeper so he could keep his little the Maine W oodsman published at Phillips that The i T l ^ — T r n ^ cannot be equaled J. C. Wells has sowed one-half bushel they may appear at a Probate Court to be held at one with him. She attended school un­ Farmington, in said County, on the third Tuesday for its bright and of pease. cf May next, at ten of the clock in the forenoon, steady light, simple construction All regret the departure of John til 16 years o f age, then death came and show cause, if any they have, why the same and absolute safety. Equipped Stinchfield’s family and wish them well again very suddenly and took from him should not be allowed. J. H. Thompson, Judge. Attest, A. L. Fenderson, Register. with latest improved burner. Made of brass throughout in their new home. his only child and left him alone. He and beautifully nickeled. An ornament to any room, I then sold out his barber business in Estate of Mason Parker. whether library, dining-room, parlor or bedroom. Every WALL STREET. I Lowell and came back to his childhood Franklin, ss: At a court of Probate holden at lamp warranted. Write to our nearest agency if not at Farmington, within and for the County of Frank­ j home in the valley, where he spent only lin. on the third Tuesday of April A . D. 1908. your dealer’s. Origin of the Western Hemisphere's C. Nell Parker, Administratrix of the estate of Most Famous Thoroughfare. a few weeks with his relatives. He Mason Parker, late of Rangeley, in said County, STANDARD OIL COMPANY OF NEW YORK then went to Rumford Falls where he deceased, having presented her first account of (Incorporated) On the morning of March 31, 1044, a administration of the estate of said deceased for wTorked at his trade for a few months; allowance: man of clerkly appearance might have Ordered, That said Administratrix give notice been seen standing at the entrance to from there he went to Berlin, N. H., to all persons interested, by causing this order to be published three weeks successively in the the dilapidated fortress of New Am­ and worked in the Berlin House for M aine W oodsman published at Phillips that dous strength and power. They are sterdam with a sheaf of official papers nearly five years. Since the death of they may appear at a Probate Court to be held at AMONG THE CHURCHES, great because they deal with one phase Farmington, in said County, on the third Tuesday fu his hand. It was not an inviting his daughter in 1902 his health and of May next, at ten of the clock in the forenoon, of human life, they are stories which and show cause, if any they have, why the same Rev. Mr. Ames preached from the all the way illustrate one element of prospect which confronted the observer spirits were broken down. He often that raw spring morning, for the should not be allowed. J. H. Thompson, J uctge. pulpit of the Union church on Sunday. character. Gray’s Elegy, one of the said he had nothing to live for, and the Attest, A. L. Fenderson, Register. roughly built wooden houses scattered The text at the morning service was II most famous poems of our language, last few months he seemed to care less Cor. xi, 3: “ But I fear, lest by any owes its beauty and its hold upon the about the fort looked sadly weather Estate of Albion P. Fletcher, for life, but kept at his work most of means as the serpent beguiled Eve in heart to the fact that it speaks of one beaten, and the straggling, ill made Franklin, ss: At a Court of Probate holden at his craftiness, your minds should be form of heart-hunger and does not wan­ roads and paths which served as streets the time until March 22, 1908, he passed Farmington, within and for the County of Frank­ corrupted from the simplicity and the der away from the thought of that. lin, on the third Tuesday o f April A . D. 1908. were littered with refuse and rubbish away like one going to sleep. H. H. Landers, Administrator of the estate of purity that is toward Christ.” Home, Sweet Home, a little poem of of every sort and ankle deep in mud. ' Friday before he passed away on Sun­ Albion P. Fletcher, late of Eustis, in said County, We think of the simplicity of the simple words speaking to a universal deceased, having presented his second account of manner of living in the early centuries cry of humanity, by the very simplicity The man at the fort did not, how­ day he was at his work in the shop part administration of the estate of deceased for al­ ever, waste much time in gazing at lowance: And also his private account against of history as being far removed from of its theme holds its grasp upon our of the day. the estate of said deceased for allowance: the complexity of interests that marks memory and our affections. So with these discouraging surroundings. They Mr. and Mrs. Charles Huff and Bert Ordered, That said Administrator give notice to life today. Indeed the system under that beautiful poem of Lord Tenny­ were familiar to him in every dreary all persons interested, by causing this order to be Soper attended the funeral in Berlin published three weeks successively in the Main e which we” live and carry on the differ­ son’ s, “ Crossing the Bar.” With many detail, for Comelis Van Tienhoven had where it was conducted by the Masons W oodsman published at Phillips that they may ent pursuits of our civilization are Ex­ of the plays of Shakespeare it is the been secretary of the council at New and K. of P’s of which he was a mem­ appear at a Probate Court to be held at Farming- ceedingly complex. So many interests same. Take for instance “ Hamlet” I ton, in said County on the third Tuesday of May Amsterdam for many years, and if he ber. He had many friends there. next, at ten of the clock in the forenoon, and appeal to us, so many paths appear for and “ King Lear. ” They are the elab­ had ever been disturbed by the pre­ Mr. and Mrs. Huff took the remains show cause, if any they have, why the same our choosing that it is hard to recall oration of a simple fundamental truth should not be allowed. J. H. Thompson, Judge. vailing wretchedness of the town it to Lowell where they were placed by Attest, A. L. Fenderson. Register. our thoughts and concentrate them up­ of human nature. the side of his wife and daughter in Ed- on any endeavor, hard to choose along Architecture illustrates the same had long since ceased to afford him the slightest concern. Slowly turning son cemetery, all again reunited. His Commissioners’ Notice. which path we shall make our effort for truth. Those forms that are the most loss is greatly felt by the family, but progress. simple, making all parts one in unity of his back to the view, he tacked one of Franklin, ss. April 21, A. D. 1908. We. the under­ what is their loss, is his eternal gain, signed, having been duly appointed by the Honor­ The Bible shows us pictures of lives effect, are those that hold an abiding his official documents to the wall of for he longed to be with his loved ones able Josiah H. Thompson Judge of Probate within lived with simplicity of purpose. Re­ place in our admiration and awaken the the fort and then, swinging about and at rest. E. L. H. and for said County, Commissioners to receive view the lives of some of its heroes, better thoughts and aspirations. In all and decide upon the claims of the creditors of picking hifi way across the miry Abby Greaton, late o f Madrid in said County, Moses, Elijah, Paul. They were strong life it is still the same singleness of ground to a convenient tree, affixed an­ deceased, whose estate has been represented in­ because all their efforts were directed purpose. Steadfast devotion to that Oriental Rugs. solvent, hereby give public noti e agreeably to to the simple purpose to obey God. purpose results in greatest beauty and other paper. "The greatest period for fine rugs,” the order of the said Judge of Probate, that six Van Tienhoven’s handwriting was months from and after the third Tuesday of Feb­ Trace the growth of civilizations and of grandest accomplishment. said an authority, "was known as the ruary A. D. 1908 have been allowed to said nations. Look back to Greece in the If then all history, all architecture, easily read. Indeed, good penmanship time of ‘Suliman the Magnificent* or creditors to present and prove their claims, and ancient days. In the ways of her peo- all literature, all life points to the ex­ was the only qualification he had ever that we will attend to the duty assigned us at ‘Suliman the Great,’ about the reign of the office of James Morrison in Phillips, in said le was that simplicity that gives cellence of simplicity it is inconceivable displayed for his office, and that virtue Queen Elizabeth, when the fine arts County on Saturday the twenty-third day of May Eeauty and delight. We see it in the that the greatest teacher should fail to A. D. 1908 and at the same place on Wednesday had wholly failed to endear him to the flourished all over Europe. I think style of clothing chosen. The Greek recognize this, or to embody it in his populace, who hated the very sight of the nineteenth daycf August A. D. 1908 at ten of girl knew the lack of harmony that teachings. All truth centers in Jesus. from this comes the statement that the clock in the forenoon of each o f said days. his clerical fist. The particular notice ‘such and such a rug dates from the George A. French | n . comes from ill-chosen combinations of He is its supreme revelation. The Gos­ he had transcribed that morning, how­ Silas A. Blodgett 1 Commissioners colors, and her gowns were of white pel message is so simple that it seems time of Solomon,’ giving an erroneous with long unbroken graceful lines from impossible, some times, to us that so ever, was singularly free from offense. impression as to the antiquity of the Notice. It merely recited a resolution of the di­ the shoulder to the hem. Perhaps a much of the greatest possible impor­ article, although I suppose the names The subscriber hereby gives notice that he has single blossom added its beauty to her tance to humanity could be so simply rector and council of New Netherland are the same.” been duly appointed Administrator of the estate that a barrier be erected at the north of attire. Greek literature has the same told, and we make it hard. We try to A famous piece of rug, for which a George M. Hackett, late of Avon, charm of simplicity, a charm which we read in something beside the direct of the settlement sufficiently strong tA fabulous sum was paid by the Paris in the County of Franklin, deceased, and given note in the English classics. The Iliad message. We put restrictions of our prevent the straying of cattle and to bonds as the law directs. All persons having de­ and the Odyssey are poems of tremen- own upon its teachings. But the Christ- museum, has been ascribed to the mands against the estate of said deceased are de­ protect them from the Indians and "time of King Solomon.” It is a small sired to present ths same for settlement, and all like spirit is one of supreme simplicity. "warned” all interested persons to ap­ indebted thereto are requested to make payment $ The sailor, if he would find the safe quarter of a silk rug picked up on a immediately. pear on "next Monday, the 4th of Norris J. Hackett. What Ails You? havens and know the way in which his Nile boat by a woman who was at­ April 2L 1908. vessel should enter them, needs a pilot; April, at 7 o’clock,” for the prosecution tracted by its beauty and peculiarity. Do yon feel weak, tired, despondent, , of this work. have frequent headaches, coated tongue, the caravan, seeking the oases in its She sold it in New York for $10. The It was not long, therefore, before DeBERNA R. ROSS, bitter or bad taste in morning, "heart­ path across the desert, must have a dealer later disposed of it for $150. burn,* belching of gas, acid risings in leader; the tourist among our Maine the colonists were hard at work at the The last owner thought it worth while Attorney at Law. lakes looking for the hunting grounds, projected cattle guard, and within a throat after eating, stomach gnaw or needs a guide, lest in going hither and to send part of it to Constantinople to Real Estate and Probate Business a burs, foul breath, dizzy spells, poor or few days It stood completed. There is be appraised, and there it sold for specialty. yon energies be wasted. All need the no authoritative Information as to how variable appetite, nausea at times and direction of some one to whom the way $1,500 to a person from whom the Office over Phillips National Bank, kindred symptoms? is known that they may go straight to It was constructed, but there is evi­ Paris museum bought it at many times Phillips, Maine. dence that it consisted mainly of un­ Fire Insurance, both farm and 'village risk If yoTN^ve any considerable number of their destination. So man’s soul on its this price. It is easy to tell handmade Life Insurance. thasaboveSywjjtoms you are suffering way to the hills of God needs a guide trimmed trees felled at the edge of the oriental Tugs. Their patterns show Until further notice, I shall be in Rangeley Mon­ fronrWliousnft^^tqrpid liver with indl* adjoining forest and piled together to day of each week. Consultations invited. Desk who may be trusted. We may trust upon the back in the knots, which is in office of E. I. Herrick. ge8tioiv«cM^gpe{y»T^ Dr. Pierce's Golden the guidance of the Gcspel with its form a sort of barricade and that its not the case in rugs made by machin­ Medical Discovery ia.made up of the most supreme simplicity. Its principles are northern line, running certainly from ery, and they are self fringed and have valuable medicinal principles known to safe to take for our direction. the present William street. New York Ice, Trucking and Jobbing. Do we look for high treatises or ex­ a grayer surface.—New York World. medical science for the permanent cure of city, to what Is now Broadway and Baggage and Pianos moved to any such abnormal conditions, it is a most positions of philosophy in the Gospel? possibly from shore to shore, marked part of the town by efficient liver invigorator, stomach tonic, We look in vain. Do we look for dog­ Racing In Ancient Rome. mas and creeds? We look in vain. the farthest limits of New Amsterdam, Ancient Rome had its racing and its bowel regulator and nerve strengthener. as It then existed, and practically de­ F. A. PHILLIPS. The "Golden Medical Discovery ” is not What then is the message of the Gos­ popular and well paid jockeys. Betting termined the location of Wall street. a patent medicine or secret nostrum, a pel? It is the true story of the simple ran high, and the excitement of the Families moved, freight transferred full list of its ingredients being printed life of Jesus. Such was the origin of the best people over the races and their favor­ —in fact all kinds of Trucking and Job­ on its bottle-wrapper and attested under Looking at Jesus, he will be our known thoroughfare of the western bing done promptly and at fair prices. guide. A traveler in Greece is said to ite color frequently led to bloodshed. oath. A glance at its formula will show hemisphere.—Frederick Trevor Hill in Caligula—he who made a consul of his Telephone, Northeastern 12-4. have stood by the great sculptor, Phid­ Hamer’s Magazine. that it contains no alcohol, or hafrmful ias, looking at his work and asking him horse—passed most of his time rioting habit-forming drugs. It is a fluid extract the secret of its perfecticn. Phidias with the charioteers. The circus was made with pure, triple-refined glycerine, told him that he would unveil for him the place for the racing. The largest P I A N OS. of proper strength, fron the roots of the i one of the finished statues and it should of them, the Circus Maximus, about following native American forest plants, I be his answer. Soon the traveler was El,000 feet long, could accommodate The Henry P. Miller Grand viz., Golden Seal root, Stone root, Black j gazing upon the beautiful statue of 480,000 spectators. Seven times was it and Upright Pianofortes. Cherry bark, Queen’s root, Bloodroot, and Minerva. Looking, he had no need to The business established more Mandrake root. ask of Phidias the principles of his art, necessary to race round the spina, a The following leading medical authorities, for he saw the completion of the work low stone wall running down the cen­ than 40 years, always under one among a host of others, extol the foregoing and could read how every line and curve ter of the circus. The jockeys drove in management and today retaining roots for the cure of just such ailments as the Our delicious Cod Liver above symptoms indicate: Prof. R. Bartholow, fulfilled its part in perfecting the ideal a light chariot—usually four in each its original personality. M, D., of Jefferson Med. College, Phila.; Prof. of the Master. preparation without oil. race—and wore close fitting tunics and The Miller is the artistic Piano . C. W ood, M. D., of U n iv.o f P a .: Prof.E dw in So looking at Jesus all that the Gospel S. Hale. M. £>., of Hahnemann Med. College, Better than old-fashioned leather caps of distinguishing colors. forte of America. Its individu­ Chicago; Prof, John Ring, M. D.. Author of teaches, all the spirit that it invokes is That the profession was a paying one American Dispensatory; Prof. Jno. M. Scud- made plain. We need not comprehend cod liver oil and emulsions we learn from ancient writers, money ality invites the attention of all der. M. D., Author of Specific Medicines; Prof. all the philosophy, all the doctrine em­ Laurence Johnson. M. D.. Med. Dept. Univ. of to restore health for prizes and wages being paid. The interested in the Finest Art Prod­ N. Y .; Prof. Finley Ellingwood, M. D., Author bodied in it. Come to Jesus and we ucts of the World. of Materia Medica and Prof, in Bennett Medi­ shall understand its teachings. Old people, delicate children, jockey Crescens at the age of twenty- cal College, Chicago. Send name and ad­ It has been said that the Christian re­ two had amassed a fortune, and Dio­ A line of Artistic Pianofortes, dress on Postal Card to Dr. R. V. Pierce, Buf­ weak run-down persons, and falo. N. Y,, and receive f r i t , booklet giving ligion consists of two parts: Of doc­ des, the king of jockeys, left to his son the Henry F. Miller, Briggs, Dav­ extracts from writings of all the above medi­ trines to be believed, of duties to be after sickness, colds, coughs, more than $1,000,000. enport & Treacy, and 20 other cal authors and many others endorsing, in the done. It is not theory, not intellectual strongest possible terms, each and every in­ bronchitis and all throat and well-known makes. gredient of which "Golden Medical Discov­ power, not the wisdom of the world. Human Filters. ery "Is composed. We may not have the ad^ntages of lung troubles. The function of the kidneys is to strain out the S. G. WHEELWRIGHT, Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets regulate and leisure, of teacher or school. Look at impurities of the blood which is constantly pass­ Invigorate stomach, liver and bowels. They ing through them. Foley’s Kidney Remedy iaa..y be used In conjunction with "Golden the life of Jesus and we shall know the Try it on our guarantee. makes the kidneys healthy so they will strain out Piano Dealer, Medical Discovery” if bowels are much cou- doctrines of trust, of love, and of obe­ W. A. D. CRAGIN, Druggist, a'l waste matter from the blood. Take Foley’s. ntipated. They’re tiny and sugar-coated. dience which he exemplified. In our Kidney Remedy at once and it will make you well Phillips, Maine. W . A. D. Cragin, Phillips. East Dixfield, - Maine. MAINE WOODSMAN, PHILLIPS, MAINE, MAY 8, 1908.

Kingfield. Wilton. Mrs. Fannie L. Howe has returned Mr. Frank Cole of Madrid was in from Syracuse, N. Y., where she spent town on business Monday. tne winter in the family o f Rev. Mrs. Ada Leavitt has sold her house Horace Crockett. on Height street to Mrs. Fred Young. A. W. Mayo of Salem was a business Harry Harnden is moving from the caller in town recently. boarding house on Depot street to his Last week for several days Mrs. J. house in Dryden. - G. Butts of the firm of Butts & Mer­ Mrs. H. S. Ryder spent Sunday in chant was at New Portland with a com­ Brunswick. She will also visit Port­ plete line of spring millinery which land and attend some of the meetings found a ready sale in that town. of the Maine Methodist conference in Miss Bertha Myers has recovered Augusta. from a several days’ illness which pre­ Mrs. Elmon Ellis of Weld was in vented her from attending school. town Monday. I. N. Stanley has returned from Mr. and Mrs. William Carey have Waterville where he has been several moved into the tenement over R. B. weeks with his son, N. F. Stanley who Knapp’s store, where they are making will make his home in that city for the M akes Cooking Easy their first experiments in housekeeping. present. The Wilson Lake Rebekah lodge Saturday Geo. H. Winter was in PHILLIPS HARDWARE CO., PHILLIPS. initiated two candidates at their regu­ Farmington to attend the funeral of the lar meeting Wednesday. A banquet late I. B. Russell. was served. Mr. and Mrs. Frank R. Hodgman were in attendance and a fine program Eustis. West Freeman, Geo. Kerr, doing business in British have returned from Los Angeles Cal., given by the committee in charge. Columbia, has secured for his stepson, School began here Monday, May 4, Miss Lillian Locklin commenced her where they have been the past seven Miss Myra D. Butts is spending the Thomas J. Senton, a position and tele­ with Miss Elsie Wyman, teacher. school at Maple Grove corner Monday months with Mrs. Hodgman’s relatives. week with friends in Stratton. graphed last week for him to come at Dr. Bell, assisted by Dr. Brimigeon, of this week. She boards with Mrs. Several days the past week Master J. P. Viles of Skowhegan made a once. Mr. Senton left Saturday and performed an operation on Mrs. Fred Augusta Sedgeley. Leland Page was quite ill from a business trip to this town one day re­ expects to arrive at his destination in a Mr. and Mrs. O. V. Will of the valley severe cold. cently. Davis April 30, and she is comfortable week. The town is 50 miles east of at this writing. She has a trained visited at Maple Grove farm Sunday. George H. Thompson has returned Levi Thompson has nearly recovered Vancouver. nurse, Mrs. Purington. Mrs. Harry Mr. and Mrs. Urban Savage and lit­ from Mercer where he had employment from his recent illness at his home on Gustie Kempton left Saturday for Secord is doing the housework there. tle son, Frank, have been stopping with during the winter. the Dead River road. Rangeley, where she will be employed Mr. E. P. Viles of Skowhegan is in Mr. and Mrs. George Keef for a week Leland V. Gordan’s barber shop has Chas. W. Vose has purchased a pair at the Oquossoc Angling association. town looking after his logs. or more. Mr. Keef and Mr. Savage just received a new coat of paint and of oxen of R. A. Williams. Miss Luiene Wheeler of Chesterville Charles Smart came out from the had work on the Mile Square. paper which adds much improvement Albert and Arthur Andrews have re­ is boarding with Mrs. Jesse Ellis. Kibby this week, where he went to I. P. Savage made a business trip to to the interior. The work was done | turned from down river where they Mrs. Elwin Paine, who has been very drive, but was sick. Phillips one day last week. He found by F. B. Hutchins. had employment, and are now with sick, is more comfortable at, this writ­ George Douglass has moved into his the roads so bad the last part of the A business meeting of the White pro­ their mother, Mrs. Henry McKenney, ing. mother’s house. way that he left his team at Mr. Bu- gressive class will be held Thursday for a few weeks. Mr. F. J. Goodspeed was in Portland C. R. Miller has bought the George bier’s on the Mile Square and went on evening at the F. B. Vestry. This Sun­ After a long illness resulting from Saturday. Fassett lot and intends to build a house foot the rest of the way. day school class is holding some inter­ cancer Mrs. Dorcas Hatch passed away Prof. D. T. Harthorn of the academy there, so it is reported. Prayer meetings were held several | at the home o f her daughter, Mrs. W. has been engaged to deliver the bacca­ esting sessions every Sunday noon. evenings last week at George and New W. Judkins, on Salem street, Monday, laureate sermon before the Senior class Manley, G. Atwood of North Charles Allen’s and T. J. Pennell’s. April 27, aged 82 years, 1 month. At at the seminary in North Parsonsfield, Portland called on relatives in town A Prophetic Dream. We understand that quite a good inter­ Monday. the late home Rev. Geo. O. Bruce of May 31. The following prophetic dream was est is manifested. At French’s opera house H. Price the Evangelical church conducted the related by the president of a theolog­ J. Everett Bird sold his farm Friday Webber’s Co. played here five nights funeral services Tuesday afternoon. ical seminary: It had been the custom to William Johnston of Perry. A fter last week. Mr. Webber needs no intro­ Interment was at Wilton, the former of one of the professors to invite all closing up his business here Mr. Bird !**■ MASTODONS. duction to the majority of Maine towns, home of the deceased who is survived the students, with members of the fac­ will move to California, where he has he having played on this circuit for the by four daughters and several grand­ ulty, to dinner at a hotel on the annual Why Their Bones Are Found Near extensive mining interests. Thanksgiving day. On the morning of Salt or Sulphur Springs. Rev. V. M. Hardy, D. D., of Morris- past thirty years. He played while children. tha* day the wife o f this professor here, the Gold King, Rip Van Winkle, C. Will Myers is slowly gaining in "Wherever you find salt or sulphur ville, Vt., has been engaged to deliver suddenly fell dead in her dressing springs,” says a gentleman connected Bought, Kathleen Mavourneen and health after a long illness from blood- room at 8 o’clock. That morning at 7 the Memorial day address before the with the United States geological sur­ East Lynne. Mr. W ebber’s Co. will be poison. o’clock one of the students woke up Col. E. W. Woodman post, G. A. R. vey, "you may expect to find the bones in Phillips on May 18 and 19. from a bad dream. He had dreamed At the home of Mr. and Mrs. Peter A. A. Jacobs of Phillips recently of mastodons and other huge creatures that he sat down with the usual com­ Dascomb occurred a pleasant home The first of the week Mr. and Mrs. spent several days in town with rela­ that have now become extinct. Many pany at the Thanksgiving dinner and wedding Saturday, the contracting A. C. Woodard and Miss Wilmer were tives. persons suppose that the presence of that immediately one o f his fellow stu­ guests of relatives in New Portland. Lubella, the little daughter of Mr. these bones in great numbers Indicates parties being Miss Bessie M. Dascomb dents rose in his place, saying that it Miss Cora Williamson, oldest daugh­ and Mrs. Arthur Stevens, has recov­ that the animals had a sort of common and Joseph E. Langley. The cere­ was his painful duty to announce to cemetery, like the llamas of Chile, mony was performed by Rev. H. S. ter o f Mr. and Mrs. Elbridge William­ ered from an attack of pneumonia. the company that the wife of their which when they felt death coming on Ryder of this village. A wedding din­ son, underwent an operation for appen­ Ralph Knowlton of Strong was a host had suddenly died at 8 o’clock always made for the nearest stream or dicitis Saturday at the home of her pa­ business caller in this vicinity a few that morning. This dream, however, ner was served. pond and, if they could get there, died rents. It is hoped she will soon re­ days ago. he had instantly banished from his Amos Hall has purchased of Carl in the wateF. George A. Harriman, an employee of i mind as an uncanny probability and Curtis his barber shop in the Sanborn cover. “ That, however, is likely only a su­ had thought no more about it. But on block. He took possession Monday. Over Sunday Miss Ida B. Thomas of the Phillips and Rangeley Lakes R. R., perstition. The mastodon bones in a going to the dinner and taking his seat Salem was the guest of her brother, L. and a resident of this town several salt or sulphur marsh indicates that Miss Susie Gray of Strong is visiting with the company he was unspeakably A. Thomas, and family. years, has moved his family to Strong the animals went there to drink the friends here this week. amazed to see the student seen in the The evening services at the Free where they will reside. dream rise and to hear him make the water and occasionally one got mired Baptist church have changed time for Mrs. Orris M. Vose has returned announcement made in the dream. and was suffocated. The great num­ Temple* bers of the bones do not prove that a the summer months and will begin one from a week’s visit with friends in E. P. Hosmer and Harry Stevens half hour later than previously. Auburn. whole herd of mastodons was drowned at once, but that one being mired ev­ have been sawing wood with a gasolene Mr. and Mrs. C. Beedy Merchant Will McMullen has gone to “ The Making Steel Pens. ery year or so during several centuries engine in the northern part of the town. Birches’ ’ where he has employment for have gone to Wilton where they will Briefly described, steel pens are made would in time cause a great accumula­ The roads in town are reported to be fis follows: First the steel is rolled into the summer. His family join him next remain during the summer as Mr. tion of bones. Missouri has a bone in the worst condition, due to frost, that week. During their abscence Mr. and Merchant has employment there. They big sheets and then cut into strips marsh at Sulphur Springs; there is a about three inches in width. The strips has been known for years. Our R. F. Mrs. David Foss will occupy their rent have not given up their rent on River­ great mine of them at the Salt Springs D. carrier, Carl F. Hamlin, got his are heated to a bright red and are then in Kentucky and at several places in on Main street. side street friends will be glad to learn, horse into the mud in the west part of allowed to cool gradually, which tem­ Ohio and Indiana where there are W. B. Small will soon move his fami­ and plan to return in the early fall. pers them. They are next rolled to the saline springs. A great spring in Flor­ the town last Friday and was obliged ly to his farm on the Salem road just Rev. L. R. Schafer is spending the necessary thinness and are cut into to unharness to get him out and then week in Matawamkeag, a former pa­ ida, one of the four or five huge out­ outside this village and C. E. Hewey blank flat pens, and the pens while lets which are grouped under the name pry the wagon from the mud. Mr. rish. Sunday morning next Rev. Mr. will move into the rent vacated by flat are usually stamped with the brand of Silver Spring, is called "the bone Hamlin has not missed a trip, so say Bert, which he recently purchased. Tenny of Auburn will occupy the pulpit or the name of the manufacturer. To yard” because the bottom and sides he has shown good courage. at Grace Universalist church to which shape the pens is the next process. are masses of mastodon bones.”—St. Photographer A. D. Pratt of New The rounding makes them hold the ink C. T. Hodgkins expects to finish saw­ Vineyard was in town the past week. all are invited. Louis Globe-Democrat. . — ing his birch this week. George Daggett has moved his fam­ and distribute it more evenly than could be done if they were flat. To The ice left Wellman, Carvel and Mr. and Mrs. Fred A. Crossman ily from the Winter tenement to the pleasantly entertained the Missionary harden them they are heated to a cher­ Staples ponds Thursday, April 30. Willis rent on Sklem street. A Common Mistake. Harry Stevens was kicked by a horse circle of the F. B. church Tuesday af­ ry red and then suddenly cooled. This That first game of ball this season not only hardens them, but makes them quite severely on the leg one day last ternoon and evening. A large number Many women mistake kidney and bladder trou­ was a hummer! It was played last elastic. The polishing, pointing and bles for some irregulai ity peculiar to the sex. week, so he was unable to work for Foley’s Kidney Remedy corrects irregularities several days. Saturday at Kingfield between the finishing come next, and then they are and makes women well. Miss Carrie Harden, Talbot Ranger is visiting his sister, ready for use. The little holes in the Bowling Green, Ky., writes: "I suffered much high school and the New Portland nines. pain from kidney and bladder trouble until I Mrs. Rand Savage, in Wilton. HARDWOOD The latter team refused to play after pens at the end of the slits serve to started to use Foley’s Kidney Remedy. The first Miss Ada Smith, who has worked in bottle gave me great relief, and after taking the six inings as the score then stood 42 to make them more elastic and to facili­ Farmington for the past two or three tate the flow of the Ink. second bottle I was entirely well.” W. A. D. Cra­ years, is at home for a short stay. WANTED 1 in Kingfield’s favor. gin, Phillips. Mr. and Mrs. Lorin Pullen have re­ From One Walk to Another. turned from Massachusets, where they FOR "What would you do if you was one SASH spent the winter. Mrs. Pullen is re­ o’ dese millionaires?” said Meandering Corn gaining her health after quite a severe Mike. Squares of White Birch, Yellow and illness. ‘‘I s’pose,” answ'ered Plodding Pete, DUR YEAS’ Starch Silver Birch, Beech, Basswood, Poplar, Class of 1909 Kingfield high school “dat I’d get meself a golf outfit an’ Rock and White Maple, also, Boards walk fur pleasure instead o’ from ne­ Breakfast— Dinner— Supper— All meals— and between md Plank in above woods, and Spruce, will give a bow social at Red Men's hall Pine, Fir, White and Brown ash. Friday evening. cessity.”—Washington Star. meals— the goodness of Duryeas’ Corn Starch, in its hun­ Saturday, May 2, Perley Morrill and dreds of dainty uses, delights everyone who appreciates FRED A- CROSSMAN, She Might Not Like It. good wholesome food. Miss Lillian Lake, both of Kingfield, "Old man Pilkinson candidly admits Kingfield, - Maine. were united in marriage by Trial Jus­ that his wife made him what he is.” Nothing like it among all products as a practical, never- tice O. C. Dolbier. Mr. and Mrs. Morrill “ Yes. But I have noticed that he is failing help in everyday cooking and baking, enabling you. will reside in this town and heartiest Come in and hear some of our always careful to assure himself be­ to make better, more pleasing, more nourishing dishes. congratulations are extended them. fore admitting it that she isn’t pres­ latest records. T he secret is opened to you in our free ent to put in a denial.”—Judge. EDISON PHONOGRAPHS Colds That Hang On. “ Book of Recipes and Cooking Suggestions.’* Colds that hang- on in the spring deplete the One Cure. AND RECORDS system, exhaust the nerves, and open the way D uryeas’ purity and daintiness make for serious illness. Take Foley’s Honey and Tar. “ I believe I’ll rock the boat,’ de- Sold on Easy Terms. It quickly stops the cough and expels the cold. dared the man in the stern. it unapproached for fine desserts. It is safe and certain in results. W . A. D. Cragin, "Don’t do it,” advised his companion. Grocers— pound packages— i o c , I. L. Eldridge, Kingfield. Phillips. “ It might discharge this unloaded pis­ NATIONAL STARCH COMPANY, tol I have in my jeans.”—Louisville Courier-Journal. FARMERS, LUMBERMEN, LIVERYMEN. Happiness is in doing right from Call if you can, or write postal for illustrated Catalogue FREE. All right motives:—Margaret of Navarre, about the NEW STEEL HORSE COLLARS. Positively no tender, sore shoulders. No Hames, Straps or Pads. Smooth, cool, light, strong. No repairs Indorsed by thousands. Veterinary surgeons say it is the only An Insidious Danger. HUMANE HORSE COLLAR. Responsible agent wanted in every town One of'the worst features of kidney trouble is that it is an insidious disease and before the vic­ in Franklin and Somerset counties. Don’t forget. Address. tim realizes his danger he may have a fatal ma­ lady. Take Foley’s Kidney Remedy at the first J. N. PARKER, Kingfield. Maine. sign of trouble as it corrects irregularities and prevents Bright’s disease and diabetes. W . A. D, Cragin, Phillips. 4 MAINE WOODSMAN, PHILLIPS, MAINE, MAY 8, 1908

ton delegation, and Mr. Sewall’s support* Farmington. Maine Woodsman, ers think that their candidate now The 13th annual May fair of the Uni­ (WEEKLY) PHILLIPS, MAINE. stands in a position to tarian society was held in Music hall win. Mr. Blanchard's friends, on the Thursday and Friday, last, and like pre­ The Best Spring Medicine in SUBSCRIPTION RATES. other hand, claim that with the division vious similar events was largely at­ 8 months, $1.00 tended and most enjoyable. The hall 8 months, 88 cents. 10 months, $1.25 of forces that has been made, neither was handsomely decorated and useful 4 months, 50 cents. 12 months, $1.50 Sewall nor Swasey can be nominated the World is 6 months, 75 cents. 16 months, $2.00 and fancy articles were on sale from a Cash in Advance. and at the proper time Mr. Blanchard number of booths. A cantata and May First year back $1.50 will step in as a compromise candidate. pole dance was given by the little folks, the participants in the latter being: Second year back $2.75 These latter views are also held by the Third year back 2.75 Therese Metcalf, Frances Butler, adherents of Mr, Wing. Thelma McLeary, Grace Leiby, Elteen Maine W oodsman solicits communications Up to this time, according to the Dill, Stella Henry. Lillian Gould, Marie ; from its readers. Lewiston Sun, of the 351 delegates to Robash. Each evening the comic opera ' When ordering the address of your paper Erminie was presented and the perform- ! changed please give old as well as new address. which the convention will be entitled, If you want it stopped, pay to date and say so. ance reflected much credit upon the i Spring usually finds the whole system run down Entered at Phillips, Maine, as second class maii 313 have been chosen. Of these 113 principals and members of the chorus. ! matter. are pledged to Swasey, 87 to Sewall, Mr. H. P. White had general charge of I and more or less out of order. The bowels are J. W. B r a c k e t t C o m p a n y , Publishers. 21 to Blanchard, 17 to Wing, 6 to Libby, the fair and opera as in previous years, J sluggish and inactive— the system is debilitated— J. W . BRACKETT, Editor and Manager. and to his untiring efforts is due in no while 69 are uuinstructed. The conven­ small measure the successful results at­ the blood impoverished. Nearly everybody needs tion will be held next Tuesday and with THE EDITION OF MAINE WOODSMAN tained. most of the delegates chosen, the candi­ a Spring Remedy. For 57 years True’s Elixir has Serious Results Feared. THIS WEEK IS 2,225. dates will be kept busy in holding their You may well fear serious results from a cough been the standby of thousands at this season, as it supporters in line and in preparing or cold, as pneumonia and consumption start with FRIDAY, MAY 8, 1908, a cold. Foley’s Honey and Tar cures the most ob­ is the best possible remedy to arouse the stomach, their forces for the final struggle. stinate coughs and colds and prevents a erious Franklin County Officers. results. Refuse substitutes. W. A. D. Cr agin. liver and bowels from their sluggish Condition. Clerk of Courts—Byron M. Small, Farmington. Rangeley. It is purely vegetable and perfectly harmless. Connty Attorney—Cyrus N. Blanchard, Wilton. THIS Mrs. Evie Odell was in Farmington FAMILY Judge of Probate—Josiah H. Thompson, Farm­ ington. Tuesday of last week. Price, 35c, 50c and $ 1 .0 0 per bottle at all dealers. Register of] Probate—Albion L. Fenderson Frank Stewart has moved his family into his house recently purchased of Farmington. RECOMMENDS THEM Register of Deeds—George D. Clark, New H. L. Bradford. Mr. and Mrs. Brad­ Richmond, Me., Nov. 12, 1906. Vineyard. ford are boarding at G. M. Carlton's for Treasurer—Carleton P. Merrill, Farmington. the present. “Your Bitters have been used for a : Sheriff—Dana O. Coolidge, Jay. Mrs. Charles Barrett has been quite great many years in the family, and Deputies—F. S. Schofield of W eld; W - B, ill with tonsilitis. we highly recommend them.” Mr. and Mrs. Phineas Richardson and Small, Kingfield; James H. Howes, New Sharon; Yours truly, L. A. Thurlow. Sportsmen and A. J. Merriman, Jay; Herman Sanborn, Wilton; Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Furbish were in Everyone can enjoy good health by George M. Esty, Rangeley; Harry E. Bell, Phil­ Portland last week. taking an occasional dose of “L. F.” lips; David Richardson, Strong; Lester D. Eaton, About 30 townspeople attended the Atwood’s Bitters. They keep the stom­ opera at Farmington Friday evening Farmington; Charles S. Robbins, Chesterville; ach well, the liver active, and the bowels and report a fine time. Guides Attention W. S. A orrow. New Vineyard. regular. They dispel sickness and re­ Mrs. Dana Hinkley was ill last week, County Commissioners—Charles” R. Hall, East store health. Try them tonight. 35c. Dixfield, B. F. Beal, Phillips; Sherman I. Bean, threatened with pneumonia. We invite you to inspect our line of Jay. Vena and Lena Tibbetts returned Terms of Supreme Judicial Court, the first from Dixfield April 18. They will work at the Poland Spring House this sum­ Tuesday of February, third Tuesday of May and mer. DENTIST BASS GUIDES SHOES fourth Tuesday of September. Terms of Probate'Court, the third Tuesday of Mr. and Mrs. Lucian Oakes were in Dr. L. J. Holt of Phillips will be at the each month. Phillips last week. from $3.50 to $5.50 also our Hathaway Guides Shirt David Haley is moving to the village. ! residence of A. E. Blodgett, Rangeley, Regular session of County Commissioners from court, last Tuesday offjApril and last Tuesday of Mrs. Harry Dennison and son, Percy, from $1.00 to $1.50. of Colebrook, N. H., are guests of Mrs. December. Friday, May 15, to Betsey Tibbetts. We shall sell a large lot of Republican County Convention. Dr. Hilton of Phillips and Mrs. Maggie Friday, May 22, 1908 Harris furnished music for the drama; The republicans of Franklin County are invited The Phillips office will, be open on to send delegates to meet in convention in Music also for the dance which followed. FISHING TACKLE hall, Farmington, on Tuesday, June Second, 1908 W. H. Ellis of Chesterville is in town. and after Tuesday, May 26, 1908. No at ten o’clock in the forenoon, for the purpose of At the Grange Saturday night the office hours on Mondays. nominating candidates to be supported at the at a very low price. next State election, for the following officers: gentlemen furnished a fine treat of State Senator, Sheriff. County Commissioner oranges, bananas, grapes and peanuts. County Attorney, Judge of Probate and County There will be degree work at the next Rods, Hooks, Lines, Leaders, Reels, Nets, Call "Treasurer. Also to choose a County Committee. Masury’s Paints The basis of representation will be as follows: meeting. Each town and plantation will be entitled to one Will and J. B. Tomlinson have bought have been before the American early and get your choice. delegate, and one additional delegate for every out the trucking business of G. D. people for THREE QUARTERS twenty votes or a majority fraction thereof, cast for the Republican candidate for Governor in Hinkley. of a CENTURY which is suffi­ 1906. Upon this basis the several towns and The drama “ Valley Farm’ ’ given by cient recommendation of their NEAL, OAKES & QUIMBY, Rangeley, Maine. plantations will be entitled to the following num- local talent was played at Furbish hall, popularity. All that modern ma­ ber'of delegates: Avon 5 Rangeley 6 Thursday evening with the following chinery can do, all that the exper­ Carthage 3 Salem 2 cast of characters: ience of generations of • paint Chesterville 5 Strong 6 Harold Rutledge, J. Sherman Hoar makers can devise, all that science Eustis 3 Temple 5 Perry Dean. H. L. Bradford approves of in paint making is em­ Farmington 23 Weld 8 David Hildreth, Sylvader Hinkley 17 bodied in Freeman 3 Wilton Silas Holcomb, Ernest Hinkley We sell the Industry 4 PLANTATIONS Azariah Keep, D. E. Heywood MASURY’S PURE LEAD and OIL Jay 10 Coplin 1 Jennings, Guy Hinkley Kingfield 9 Dallas 1 PAINTS, the most perfect paint 1 Hetty Holcomb, Clara Rector Madrid 3 Lang Isabel Carney, Bertha Rich sold. Insist on having it, and e x ­ 1 N ew Sharon 8 Rangeley Mrs. Rutledge, Ada Sprague cept no substitute. New Vineyard, 5 W. L. DOUGLAS SHOES Alvira Holcomb, Lucilla Lamb 1 Phillips 14 Sandy River Lizy Ann Tucker, Annie Tomlinson N. R. KNOWLTON 'l REPUBLICAN Verbena, Sadie Jacobs I. W. MITCHELL, Sole Agent. D. W. BERRY I It was a grand success, the receipts of JOHN W. BUTTERFIELD J- COUNTY Petition and Order. Exclusive agent for this town. F. S. SC H O FIELD I the evening being about $70. J. Sher­ Eustis. M e., April 22, 1908. DAVID RICHARDSONJ COMMITTEE man Hoar favored the company with Farmington, Me., April 21,1908. To the Honorable Board of County Commissioners coon songs between the acts which of Franklin County, Maine. were well received. H. V. KIMBALL, Prop., The undersigned respectfully represents that he Second District Convention. DeBerna Ross was in town last week. desires to erect poles, construct and maintain a Millard Tibbetts, little son of F. E. telephone line from a point beginning at the line A s p i r i t e d caucus was held in Lewis­ between the town of Eustis and Coplin Plantation Rangeley, Maine Tibbetts, has been ill with broncho­ on the highway leading from Stratton village to ton on Monday and the delegation from pneumonia. the residence of Albion Savage, thence along said that city to the Second District Con­ Miss Leona Hinkley has begun her highway to said residence of Albion Savage. The Tis said that SMOKING IS A SELFISH HABIT. duties as assistant in the post office. undersigned therefore petitions that a license may gressional convention was captured by be granted him to erect said line, in accordance Miss Lola Tibbetts has returned home Sewall against the combined Wing- with Section 17, of Chapter 55 of the Revised OUR WOMEN as a rule DO NOT CARE for it. They from Wilton and is learning the milli­ Statutes of Maine. GUY SEDGLEY. Swasey forces, and the friends of each ner’s trade at Mrs. E. P, McCard’s. prefer some nice fresh of the leading candidates express them­ Mrs. Emery Haley went to Boston STATE OF MAINE. (Seal.) selves as well satisfied with the result. Monday. The Ladies’ Aid meet with Mrs. J. B. Franklin, ss. Court of County Commissioners CHOCOLATES The friends of Mr. Swasey are confident April term, 1908, first day. April 28, 1908. Tomlinson this week. On the foregoing petition, it is ordered that 14 from that they will have enough votes in the Mrs. John Oakes was in Phillips re­ days’ previous notice be given, that the County convention without those of the Lewis- cently having been called there by the Commissioners will meet at Green’s Farm, so J. F. NORTON'S, - Farmington, Me. called, in said Coplin Plantation, on Wednesday, sickness of a relative. June 17, A . D. 1908, at nine o’clock in the forenoon; George Snowman returned from New and give a hearing to all interested parties and . WHAT IS RHEUMATISM? York Saturday night. their witnesses, and then take such further ANNOUNCEMENT Ernest Hinkley is driving the delivery measures in the premises as may be adjudged I am now ready to show [Well Known Remedy That Absolutely proper. Sa.d notice to be given by posting an at­ team for Neal, Oakes & Quimby. tested copy of said petition and this order thereon I have bought the business of Cures This Dread Disease. a new line of Miss Bessie Oakes, who has been at­ in some conspicuous place in said Coplin Planta­ J. C- Morton and have made ar­ tending a business college in Portland, tion, and by publishing such copy in the Maine No other disease is so painful as W oodsman, three successive weeks, the last rangements to accommodate all rheumatism. Uric Acid crystals are returned home last week. publication to be 14 days at least before said hear­ deposited in and about the joints, and ing, that all persons and corporations interested who may come to 42 Main St. may attend and be heard if they think proper. Robes that is called rheumatism. The only The repairs are nearly completed on the foot bridge. Everyone who has oc­ Attest, B. M. Sm a ll, Clerk. Way in which this painful and danger­ L. E. W EEKS’ casion to use it will be glad to feel that A true copy of the petition and order of Court ous disease can be absolutely cured is thereon. With Neuralgic Anodyne, a remedy that it is safe once more. Attest, B. M. Sm all, Clerk. up to date restaurant. Harnesses has an entirely different action from Dr. A. M. Ross has just completed a anything else. very neat garage in whieh to keep the Farmington Maine. Notice. AND Small doses are taken internally that automobile which he has purchased for reach the nerve centers and prevent his use this summer. The Maine Telephone and Telegraph Company the formation of Uric Acid. It is also The church services will all be held in respectfully petitions the Board of Selectmen of rubbed on the affected parts, quieting the auditorium this week, as the remov­ the town of Phillips, Maine, for a location for its and relieving the pain, reducing the poles and wires thereon, and the necessary sup­ The Blasius Pianos Carriages rheumatic fever, and restoring health al of one of the chimneys will prevent porting and strengthening fixtures and wires, in to the aching tissues and muscles. having a fire in the vestry. the following named streets and highways of said INCLUDING THE A large sized bottle of Neuralgic The smelts were running in the. town: Anodyne costs but 25c, and it is so On the Dodge Road, so called, from its inter­ G. A. FRENCH, successful in curing rheumatism, neu­ stream at the foot of the lake last week section with the Strong-Phillips road, to Main REGENT, ralgia, headache, toothache and reliev­ and a number from this place went Street, thence on Main street to Rangeley road, ing bruises and sprains that the pro­ and on Rangeley road to Madrid town line. prietors, The Twitchell-Champlin Co., after them, and obtained a generous ALBRECHT and Phillips, - Me. Portland, Me., authorize dealers every­ supply. This petition covers solely the transfer to the where to refund the money if iUdoes Miss Esther Morrison of Pittsfield, Maine Telephone & Telegraph Company of the BLASIUS aot g i v e satisfaction. location of poles and wires of the New England who was employed as stenographer at Telephone & Telegraph Company already erected are unsurpassed in quality by any in the Rangeley Lake House last season, on said streets and highways. America and we guarantee the price SPHERE is no secret process in the manufacture has returned and will occupy the same Date Feb. 6, 1908. lower than any other piano of similar of Carpen!er-Morton Roofing. It is mad® position this year. Maine Telephone and Telegraph Company grade on the market. Call and see them. from long fibre wool felt, treated with Genuine By M. P. Abbott, General Manager. Call for Natural Asphalt. It is free from Coal Tar, Candle Town of Phillips, Maine, Tar or residual products of any kind. This roof­ Some Horse Swapping. In Board of Selectmen CRESSEY & ALLEN, ing is fully guaranteed by the manufacturers. Ask Phillips Hardware Co. to see samples. One of the novelties in horse swap­ Date April 18, 1908. ping was disclosed in a trial at Weld a Upon the foregoing petition, it is ordered that Masonic Block, - Farmington, Me. SETTLEMENT Free, and What Everybody Wants. short time ago, resulting in the arrest notice thereof be given by publishing a copy of said petition and this order thereon in the Maine This is to give notice that Perfect ht alth and strength, to dare and to do, of Joe Jenkins of Carthage by Humane W oodsman the last publication to be at least that’s what you want and you know it. Here is Officer, J. H. Rollins. fourteen (14) days before the twenty-third day of I have sold out my business a sure way to it. and it is free. Dr. Greene of 34 It seems that Jenkins owned a horse May and notice is hereby given that a hearing Temple Piace, Boston, Mass., is the most success­ upon said petition will be held at the Selectmen’s but I will be at the store ful specialist in the world in curing nervous and that didn’ t hold his ears up as erect as Office at Phillips on the said 23rd day of May at 2 T. R. WING. chronic diseases. He is also the discoverer of that he might and so was not considered o’clock p. m.. at which time and place residents until further notice for the wonderful medicine, Dr. Greene’s Nervura blood very valuable. Mr. Jenkins put a rub­ and owners of property upon the highways to be and nerve remedy. He has established a remark­ affected b> the granting of the permit applied BLACKSMITHING purpose of settling accounts able system of letter correspondence, by which ber band across his ears which had the for. and all other persons interested, shall have you can write him about your C4mplaint. telling desired effect and the horse was swapped full opportunity to show cause why Buch permit with all former customers. just how you feel and stating each sympton from off advantageously. But it made the should not be granted. SHOEING which your are suffering. He will answer your horse’s ears sore, in fact it cut the ears C. F. Chandler. All payments must be made letter, describing your case thoroughly and telling Signatures of Selectmen: D. R. Ross- Jobbing of every variety you a sure way to regain health and strength. badly and so the officer learned of it. C. N French. at once. And for all this you have nothing to pay. He Trial Justice Ross fined Jenkins $5.00. A true copy of petition, and notice thereon. gives most careful attention to every letter and connected with a first-class Attest: Cony M. Hoyt, Town Clerk. describes each symptom so exactly that you can­ Dr. Rollins wishes to give notice not fail to understand precisely what ails you. through Maine W oodsman that here­ blacksmith shop. Prices N. E. WELLS, He makes a specialty of curing patients through after the live frieght on the Maine Cen­ Card of Thanks. letter correspondence. You have no fee to pay right. W e wish to thank our friends and neighbors for and you don’t have to leave home. Here is the tral railroad will be examined every Phillips, Maine. the assistance rendered in our recent bereave­ best opportunity you ever had to get well. Will Monday morning between Farmington ment. Also for the flowers sent, you accept or reject it? Cor. Main and Depot Streets. and Leeds Junction. Mr. and Mrs. H . W . Goldsmith and Family. MAINE WOODSMAN, PHILLIPS; MAINE, MAY 8, 1908. 5 SH? Political Advertisement. SEWALL FOR eONGRESS. WHAT HE HAS DONE FOR THE NATION

Exective Document resignation of his office as and generous disposition. He record of what he has done in Consul-General of Samoa, had obeyed orders of his gov­ the affairs of our own State, “It is gratifying to state June 23. 1892: “ I beg to ex­ ernment with a grudge and for it is in his relations with that your action, as so far re­ press to you my very highest looked back on his past action his own people that we are with regret, almost to be called ported by you in the trying appreciation of the excellent just now especially interested repentance. From the mom­ and delicate position in which service you have rendered both in viewing him, because the you have been placed, has ent of the declaration of war duties of a representative in in the interest of your own been dignified and discreet against Laupepa we find him Congress bring him into pe­ and is fully approved.” Exec­ government and of the natives standing forth in bold, consis­ culiarly close relations with utive Doc. H, R. 238, 50th of Samoa, whose interests this tent and sometimes captious the people of his district. Congress, first session—No. 69. overnment has most sincerely opposition, stirring up his When he had led the fight fesired to promote.” government at home with successfully against the State printing graft, had been large­ Senator Sherman’s ly instrumental in abolishing the fee system, courageously Tribute. marshalled the legislative forces that went up against Senator Sherman in a the strongest political influ­ speach in the Senate of the ences in the State in his trium­ United States, January 29, phant fight to save rhe lakes 1889: “ So far as I can see, Mr. of Maine, had taken the initia­ Sewall in his conduct at Samoa tive in abolishing the railroad was wise, forbearing and just. passes to State officials that Certainly in his correspondence hsd for so long been a handy and testimony which is full of weapon for the bosses and dis­ information he appeared as a credit to the businessreputation man of ability, good heart and of our State, when as chair­ of education.” man of the Senate committee on taxation he had been the principal instrument by which Senator Frye’s the taxes on railroads, tele­ Appreciative Words such additional tax on corpor­ Senator William P. Frye, ations that the State is now speech in the United States enjoying $150,000 additional Senate: - income—when he had done all “ Let me tell Senators that these things, refusing to be to-day we have in committee swayed against the true inter­ the testimony of Consul-Gen­ ests of the people to curry eral Sewall, and I will say that favor with the gentlemen who he has acted his part in Samoa are trying to handle politics in with intelligence that is seldom Maine for their own selfish exhibited by American con­ aims and ends and profit, then suls aboad, and with a fidelity one of those eminent reac­ to his country and to his people tionaries who have bossed in and to the obligations of his Maine for a long time d dared country to those confiding in disgust that ‘ ‘Harold Sew­ Samoans worthy of the very all was an almighty impracti­ highest praise. I will further cal politician.” say of Consul-General Sewall That was really the highest that he is a gentleman of un­ compliment that has been paid usual acquirements, that he is to a man in public life in graduate of Harvard College Maine for a long time. From Robert clear and forcible dispatches When Mr. Sewall declared his and Harvard Law School, and on the spot grasping at spending seven years in his candidacy for Congress an every opportunity to thrust a eminent gentleman in Rock­ studies in these institutions. Louis Stevenson stick into the German wheels.” I know of no man in the United land made the same remark— States to-day to whom I would Wherever the English W hat He Has acknowledging that he had no entrust the interest of the tongue is read to-day the criticism to make of Mr. Sew- United States in Samoa with name of Robert Louis Steven - Done For Maine all’s abilities and fitness for more confidence than I would son is honored. Mr. Stevenson These activities on the the position. to Consul-General Sewall/” lived on Samoa during the larger stage of national af­ But the sneers of those troublous times in the island’s fairs show the calibre and at­ crafty gentlemen who have sat history and wrote a history of tainments of the man who is back and pulled the wires and From President the events. He has this to before the people of the Sec­ kept the people dancing for so say of Mr. Sewall, a spontane­ ond Maine District as the log­ many years can no longer in­ Harrrison ous tribute of appreciation:— ical candidate for the Congress fluence voters in these clear­ 1 ‘The American Consul- j of the United States. These eyed and wide-open days of President Benjamin Harri­ General was Harold M. Sewall, ! striking facts need to' be honest and straightforward­ son, accepting Mr. Sewall’s a young man of high spirit | supplemented by a brief ness.

Three terms has he represented Bath in the Legislature, and is today

Senator from Sagadahoc, and in all this test he has not failed to make good.

her son, W. S. Schofield. She will later We regret very much to report the Weld. Money-Making Farms Phillips and Vicinity. go to Rangeley to visit her daughter, critical illness o f Mr. P. A. Sawyer of Mrs. Will Quimby. for Sale in 14 States Mrs. Mary A. Schofield is visiting Sioux City, Iowa, and formerly a resi­ The funeral of Mr. Lon Phinney was Vinton Hough is convalescing from dent of this town. We learn that Mr. held at the Congregational church Sat­ An endless variety in size, an attack o f pneumonia. Sawyer underwent a surgical operation urday at 11 o ’clock. I price and purpose; stock about two weeks ago. and tools included with Mrs. Winslow’s Soothing Syrup Mrs. China McLaughlin, who has many. “ Strout’s Catalogs# Freese has a great run on wallpapers. W n iismI for over SIXTY-FIVE YEARS by Dr. and Mrs. F. A. Noble arrive in been very ill, is slowly improving. j No. 20,” our new 2 16-page bookof IL LIONS of MOTHERS forLjbeir CHILDREN Miss Kathleen Noble has been suffer" | bargains, profusely illustrated, Phillips Friday for about a month’s Mr. Howard Reynolds of Boston is containing State Maps, reliable in­ ing this week from an abscess in her formation of farming localities and traveling in­ PAIN~ CURES W IN D COLIC, and is the beat stay. having a camp built on the Houghton eiTvfor DIARRHtEA, Sold by D ruggistsm every throat. shore. structions to see properties, mailed FREE, if yoG of the world. Be pure and ask for Mrs. W ins- Outside roads are becoming more fit mention this paper. IVe pay railroad/area* , s Soothing Syrup,” and take no other bind, Mrs. S. L. Twombly has recently The work on the Blunt cottage on the ■ntv-five cents' a bottle. Guaranteed under the to be traveled over, after being about E. A. STROUT CO.. d and Drugs Act, June 30tb. 19B6. Serial NunVber been on the sick list. the worst ever known. Ladd shore is progressing very rapidly. AN OLD AND WELL TRIED REMEDY. 385 W ater Street, Augusta, Me, * 6 MAINE WOODSMAN, PHILLIPS, MAINE, MAY 8, 1908.

Phillips and Vicinity. Phillips and Vicinity. DRY AND FANCY GOODS 1 DRY AND FANCY GOODS GENTS’ FURNISHINGS. t Mrs. Charles Robbins of Lewiston is The guests at Comfort Cottage en­ visiting her father, Albion Hood, and joyed a fine mess of brook trout Tues­ Telephone Connections. brother, M. A. Hood, in Phillips. day morning, the result of Landlord H. Price Webber’s Boston Comedy Mahoney’s luck on Monday afternoon. company will perform in Lambert hall, A horse hitched to a delivery wagon Phillips, May 18 and 19. took a run up Main street Tuesday Gorilla shoes for men. C. E. Gould. forenoon, but was caught just beyond H. E. Harnden was in Bath this the railroad crossing with no damage to week attending the State camp of the himself, the wagon or the wagon’s con­ Every man wears Modern Woodmen of America. tents. Zeri S. Parker of Hallowell is in town Several local disciples of Izaak Wal­ shoes. for a few days, looking up old friends. ton were out on the brooks in this vicin­ A large number from here took ad­ ity the first of the week, but as a rule Sedgeley, Hoyt & Co. vantage of the special train to Farm­ caught but few trout. The high water We sell Urban ington Friday evening and witnessed in the brooks was thought to be the the production of the opera, Erminie, cause of their poor luck. shoes which are under the auspices of the Unitarian Mrs. Eliza Toothaker of Auburn has church. The performance was credit­ been for the past week visiting her sis­ Queen Quality Oxfords ably given and much enjoyed. There ter, Mrs. W. C. Howland, in Avon and made from first were 68 passengers on the special train relatives and friends in Phillips. Mrs. when it pulled out of Farmington. The Toothaker is the widow of the late Fit where others fail. quality leather, train reached Phillips shortly before 1 Raymond Toothaker and lived in Phil­ Wear where others don’t. a. m. and was run through to Rangeley. lips formerly. Many friends are glad Hon. E. 0. Greenleaf of Farmington to welcome her. $ 3 .0 0 with Rock Oak was in town on legal business a few Rev. Mr. Ames was a guest at G. A. days last week. French’s over Sunday. The Berlin mills shut down last Fri­ Teddy, the fox terrier so well known soles. day because of the breaking of the by visitors at Comfort Cottage, ran up­ carrier which conveys the logs up to on a piece of broken glass and sustained Urban Shoes the mill, and remained idle until the a cut in the breast that required several middle of this week when the repairs stitches to close. were completed and the mill resumed. Mrs. A. P. Davenport’s pen of 11 S. are good wearing, Many of the employees took advantage C. Brown Leghorns hatched in May of the shutdown by making visits to 1907 have laid from Nov. 1, 1907, to perfect fitting, relatives or friends in other places. May 1, 1908, 1000 eggs. They laid in The regular meeting of Phelan lodge, the month of April 241 eggs. Who has No. 30, D. of H., will be held Saturday a better record? stylish, dressy, evening, May 9. Home made graham and white yeast OAKES VS. FABIER. THOSE bread baked daily. C. E. Gould’s store. Price $4.00. Mr. George Carpenter returned Mon­ Legal Action Heard Before Judge Morrison day from a visit to his daughter, Mrs. as Referee. Russell of Wilton. WALL PAPERS Oxfords, balmor- The case of Oakes vs. Fabier was A. Price Webber’s Boston Comedy tried before Judge James Morrison here company will perform in Lambert hall, on Thursday and Friday of last week. als, blucher cut, Phillips, May 18 and 19. We still have a lot of good This1 was an action brought by Lucien Mr. George M. Wilbur of Chelsea, )nes and they are selling. Oakes of Rangeley, through his attor­ Bewitching Mass., was in town for several days Call and see them now—2 l-2c patent leather, rus­ ney, Hon. E. O. Greenleaf of Farming- last week. His description of the ruins ton, at the May 1907, term of the su­ ;o 25c per single roll, many of Perfumes o f that city caused by the recent disas­ diem have borders at same price. set, gun metal, box trous conflagration was very realistic. preme judicial court. The defendant, Mr. C. D. Robinson of Boston has Joseph Fabier of Phillips, was repre­ Rare, attractive been in town this week in the interest sented by DeBerna R. Ross, esq. W. A. D. CRAG1N scen ts, delicately calf, etc., etc. The action was continued until the of L. T. Farris & Co., investment suggestiveof flower September, 1907, term, when because Corner Store, No. 1 Beal Block, brokers, Boston. gardens in bloom. C. V. Starbird of Strong visited his of the illness of counsel it was again Light, medium and You cannot get sister, Mrs. W. T. Hinds, one day last continued until the February term of Main Street, Phillips, Maine. week. this year. At that time it was referred more exquisite heavy weight. Mr. 0. W. Russell was in Farming- for trial before Judge Morrison. perfumes any­ The action grew out of a dispute as ton on business last Friday, where though to certain accounts between the parties Miss Floy Kelley visited her sister, you may pay Other shoes at Mrs. J. G. Everett, at West Farming- involved. In 1906 Oakes occupied the twice as much ton last week. farm owned by Fabier, and the parties Mr. E. D. Jackson of Farmington, were unable to reach an agreement for them. $3.50, $3.00, $2.00. manager of the Maine Telephone Co. when the time for settlement came. Let us supply your per­ there, was a business caller here last Several witnesses were called, and fume needs. Judge Morrison’s findings in the case Heavy shoes, $2.00, week. He left here for Kingfield. Suffer from prickly heat ? W. Henry True served delicious ice will be made pubiic at the May term of Rexall Violet Talcum is cream at the opening dance at the court at Farmington. $2.50, $3.00, $3.50, Phillips pavilion. excellent for all skin irrita­ Wall paper and window shades, Franklin County Souvenir. tions.* Cools, softens and $4.00. strictly new patterns. Right prices. A souvenir book on Franklin county, freshens the#skin. Delight­ historical, industrial, biographical, illus­ C. E. Gould. \vKaCi fully perfumed. Sold with Mrs. Ida M. Butterfield has been suf­ trative and descriptive of its scenic LIVER the Rexall guarantee. Per Our heavy work­ fering from a badly sprained ankle this beauties and prominence as a summer *SALT5 package, 25c. week. She was driving a spirited colt resort region, is in process of prepara­ and in some way unknown to herself tion by Mr. Morgan J. Flaherty, a well ing shoes are giv­ received the injury while seated in the known Maine newspaper man who has carriage, not discovering her hurt until a wide acquaintance in this section. It LIVEN ^ ing good satisfac­ she had completed her drive. will be in convenient form for mailing Ralph and Angelo Marchetti are to and each town will be treated under YOUR LIVER Box Stationery tion. conduct a fruit store in Stratton this separate heads together with a graphic Do you, like a dentist at kis work summer. They have already ordered write-up of the county as a whole with always look “down in the mouth,” their stock of goods, bought their fix­ maps, etc. Mr. Flaherty has started feel languid, physically delapidated A fine assortment at unusually Tennis shoes, and mentally dull: . tures and will embark in their new en­ work in Farmington and vicinity. THEN YOUR LIVER IS ON low prices. terprise in about two weeks. Both the STRIKE. Souvenir Stationery of “ High blackings dressings young men have had experience in the May Day Dance. N o other remedy will act as scie n ­ tifically on the liver as School” and “ Big Rock” —only business and their venture will probably The season at the Phillips pavilion 25c. “ Royal London” only 10c. be a success. ' was opened last Friday evening with an inner soles, etc., enjoyable dancing party. Although the L IV E R SALTS day had been rainy and the river was at etc. They were specially designed for Must Believe It freshet pitch, no difficulty was experi­ ailments of the liver, giving tone to W. A. D. CRAGIN enced in reaching the pavilion and a it and establishing normal action and large number was in attendance. Dy­ curing diseases arising therefrom. Corner Store, No. 1 Beal Block, When Well Known Phillips People Tell er’s orchestra of Strong furnished ex­ They leave no unpleasant symptoms, At The and may be used with good effect It So Plainly. cellent music as usual and the good by young and old alike, wherever a Main Street, Phillips, Maine. time enjoyed by those present made the When public endorsement is made by hepatic remedy is needed. They carry the Rexall guarantee. Price, 50c. a representative citizen the proof is opening of the season an event to be re­ positive. You must believe it. Read membered. this testimony. Every backache suf­ Clothing Store ferer, every man, woman or child with Strout’s Money-Making Farms. any kidney trouble will find profit in the The E. A. Strout company has just reading. % issued the latest edition of the big cata­ Mrs. H. H. Hamilton, of 43 Lancaster BUSINESS C O L L E G E R logue entitled “ Strout’ s Money-making equipped school of business training in the st St., Portland, Me., says: “ Doan’s Kid­ Farms of America.” The book com-i ney Pills did for my husband what doc­ 'of Maine. To all graduates of the combin prises 220 pages and is profusely illus- i course we guarantee a position or r e fu tors and other remedies had failed to trated. It contains a partial list of the one-half of the tuition money. Find em pl- do. He had been a sufferer from kid­ many farm bargains they have listed ment by which students can pay board w h ile ney complaint for six years and was and it would seem from a perusal of its gradually growing worse. His back tending school. Send for illustrated catalog D. F. HOYT, pages that whatever particular kind of Address, BLISS BUSINESS CO» LEGE. Lewiston I finally got so painful and weak that he property wherever located anyone was compelled to stop work for a few could desire was listed therein. It is days, and one spell laid him up for two compiled carefully and artistically and weeks. At that time we happened to sets forth in an attractive manner the j FOR SALE OR TO LEASE hear of Doan’s Kidney Pills and sent to various properties offered for sale by C O A L ! our druggist for a box. Mr. Hamilton the E. A. Strout company of New York, at a bargain was in bad shape when he began to Boston and Philadelphia. Wholesale and Retail. No. 5 Beal Block, take them but Doan’s Kidney Pills cured him and he was soon able to re­ Leave your orders early for sume work again. He has never had Valued Same as Gold. Hotel Willows, any suffering from kidney trouble since, B. G. Stewart, a merchant of Cedar next winter’s supply. For prices for every time that an attack has ap­ View, Miss., says: “ I tell my customers Upper Village, Phillips, Me. apply to peared he used Doan’s Kidney Pills and when they buy a box of Dr. King’s found prompt relief.” New Life Pills they get the worth of 40 rooms and bath room. The BEAL & McLEARY, Phillips, Maine. For sale by all dealers. Price 50 that much gold in weight, if afflicted house has a good patronage and Office at Phillips Station. cents.’ Foster-Milburn Co., Buffalo, with constipation, malaria or bilious­ small competition. Interested New York, sole agents for the United ness.” Sold under guarantee at W. A. AGENTS: States. D. Cragin, Phillips; L. L. Mitchell, parties call or write to Agency for the Universal Kingfield; Chas. E. Dyer, Strong; E. J. A. Russell & Co., Rangeley. Remember the name—Doan’s H. Whitney, Rangeley; drug stores. GEO. L. LAKIN. C. B. Richardson, Strong. —and take no other. 25c. Telephone 7-11 L. L. Mitfchell, Kingfield. Steam Laundry. MAINE WOODSMAN, PHILLIPS, MAINE, MAY 8, 1908

Strong. a very interesting and helpful sermon Flagstaff* from Malachi iii, 16-17. In the after­ Rev. H. A. Clifford has been attend­ Cold rains and muddy roads in all noon he preached at Phillips and re­ MILLINERY ing classes in Boston University and turned and held an evening service sections of Dead River. visited the acres o f ruins in Chelsea of There has been, high water the past My milliner has just returned from the millinery market with a new and here. complete line of Ladies’, Misses’ and Children’s dresses and the recent fire. This week he will be week and the stage was unable to get the guest of Prof. J. W. Hewitt at to Carrabassett for two days last week. READY TO WEAR HATS, Wesleyan University, Middletown, Freeman Valley. Mr. Sylvester Durrell o f this village Conn. His pulpits in Strong and Phil­ who went to North New Portland sev­ These'goods are now on exhibition. lips are filled in May by Rev. G. B. Do not fail to come in and look this stock over before purchasing you Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Huff have re­ eral weeks ago for a medical treatment, spring hat as our prices are the lowest at which first-class goods can be sold Hanneford of Rumford Falls, Rev. W. turned home from a visit to Mr. Huff’s died Sunday morning, April 26, at the F. Berry of Kent's Hill and Rev. G. D. only sister and other relatives in sever­ home of his granddaughter, Mrs. Fred E. W. LORING, - - - Strong, Maine Holmes of Lewiston. al towns in Massachusetts. Knowles, in that village. Northeastern Telephone 38-6. Manly Whiting joined A1 Martz in Alfred Tash and Melvin Huff were in Our schools began April 20, with the Raymond, N. H.f Thursday, Lewiston last week. same teachers as last term, Mr. Everett At the May Fair which will be held Warren Brackley, who has been spend­ Burbank in the High school and Miss next week in Bell’s hall will be the fol­ ing the winter in Massachusetts, has Susie Clark in the Primary room. Both lowing tables and committees: Useful returned to his home at Starbird’s teachers will board with Mr. Charles and fancy articles, Mrs. Lelia Luce, corner. Rogers. Grace Will, Jennie Lynn, Rena Bates; Mr. George Brown of West Freeman Miss Leah Viles returned home from memory table, Mrs. Clifford, Mrs. was a caller in the valley last week. Kingfield Saturday where she has been Drs. Hess & Clark Susie Daggett; apron table,3 Mrs. Farmers in this vicinity are getting for a medical treatment for two weeks Walker, Mrs. Ona Luce, Mrs. Mabel ready for their spring’s work. The past. Crosby; handkerchief table, Mrs. Lizzie ground is fast getting settled. Miss Rena Ricker is teaching school Will, Mrs. Rose Kennedy, Mrs. Lida Charles Huff was a caller in Farming- in Bigelow, lower district. Mitchell: burnt wood table, Avis Welch, : Friday. Mr. Herman 0. Templeton has pur Mellie Bradford; popcorn and candy, Mr. and Mrs. Ira Russell held their chased the Herbert Blackwell stand Stock Food Della Butler, Mrs. Bertha Mitchell, weddin£ reception Friday evening, and began housekeeping. Mrs. Ena Mason, Mrs. Kingsley; mys- i -^-Prd 24. A general good time was en- Cliff Butler and Walter Hinds have tery table, Mrs. Mae Lewis, Hattie ! J°yed by a11 P^sent. Following is a each purchased a span o f work horses Smith, Mabel Smith. j list o f presents left to Mr. and Mrs. of Ray Viles. Russell: Comforter, Mrs. Charles, Mr. Mr. Sumner Savage o f Stratton was A concert will be given in Bell’ s hall | and Mrs. Fred Russell; ^alt and pepper visiting in town several days last week. 25-Pound Pail, $1.60. the last evening of the fair. j set, Allen Brackley; lamp, Ethel Brack- Ray Viles is having his steamboat for J. A. Anderson has gone to Glouces­ ley; sauce dish, Mrs. Etta Taylor; towing logs put in order for use on ter to work through the summer. His pickle dish, Miss Etta Walker; cup and i Flagstaff pond. AT family will remain here. saucer, Newman Durrell; pitcher and Mr. Horace Gilbert of Kingfield is in Miss Emma Pease has gone to plate, Mr. and Mrs. Earle Whitney; town. Rangeley to work. baking tin, Henry Mayo; pressboard, Mr. Henry Strickland of Portland re­ C. E. DYER’S, DRUGGIST, Mr. and Mrs. Will Goldsmith are A. W\ Mayo; pair towels, Mr. and Mrs. turned to his home last week after a visiting in Salem. C. W. Huff; sofa pillow, Mr. and Mrs. stay of three months in town. Frank Goldsmith was home from | Melvin Huff; money, Alfred Tash, 50 Strong, Gardiner over Sunday. Maine. I cents; Henry Mayo, 50 cents; Harry W. A. Bradford was home from West j Mecham, 50 cents. Several others gave North Phillips, Farmington recently. j money but their names were not handed Ernest Rowe and family have been A partial program of concert to be ! in. suffering with the grip. given under the auspices of the Ladies’ E. B. Davenport’s children have been Aid of the Methodist church at Bell’s unable to attend school the past week hall, Wednesday evening, May 13: Headquarters for East Madrid, on account of the prevailing distemper. Piano f rio, Les Trois Amateurs—Czerny Wilford Harnden is at work for Mrs. Clifford. Miss Bates. Mrs. Mason. Henry Croteau of Phillips is working Duet. O’er the Hill. O’er the Dale—Glover for Solon Mecham and attending school. George Stinchfield building a stable. Mrs. Starbird and Mrs. Dyer. Leon Hinkley, who has been working W. W. Huntington has moved his Trio, Mermaid’s Evening Song—Glover I for Solon Mecham this spring, finished family to Eustis where he has employ­ The Misses Smith and Mrs. Clifford. Sapping Materials work Saturday. ment for the summer. Quartet, N. Messrs. Starbird, Daggett, Toothaker. Will. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph McLaughlin Miss Ezrfia Harnden visited her grand­ Solo, Mr. Johnson 1 moved onto the Z. T. McLaughlin farm mother a few days last week. Duet, Morning’s Rays Are Beaming—Kuchen ; last week. The best wishes of the Mrs. Aura Ward was the recent guest Sap Buckets, Spouts, Syrup Misses Hattie and Mabsl Smith. of Miss Minnie Smith. Trio, Evening Rest. ; neighboorhood go with Mr. and Mrs. Mrs. Robbins, Mrs. Mitchell and Miss Keene. i McLaughlin. Mr. McLaughlin’s father Harry Hinkley is in the employ of Cans, round and square. Sap pans Solo. Darkies’ Cradle Song—W heeler | will live with them for the present. Ducette & Co. Miss Gladys Bubier. Our school commenced Monday, with Mrs. Clara Byron was called home Piano Duet, The Misses Worthley Miss Jennie Wheeler teacher. Miss from Jay on account of her son of any discription made to order. Song, Have to Mortgage the Farm—Lockwood Mrs. Luce, Mrs. Daggett, Mrs. Mason, Wheeler will board at home. Orland. M e s s r s . Worthley, Welch and Lewis. Music. Dyer’s Orchestra Quartet, Pro Phundo Bass, CONJURED A TREATY. DAGGETT & WILL Mrs. Luce, Mrs. Clifford, Messrs. Conant Why He “ Let ’Em Grow.” and W ill. “ Yes, I’ve given up shaving,” he told How Houdin,. the Magician, Awed the Song, Roses After Rain—Lehmann his friends. “ I never could shave my­ Store Near Station, Miss Annie Howard. self, and the last time I was operated Arabs Into Submission. Strong, Maine There will also be readings by Mrs. on I was in such a blue funk that 1 During the French conquest of Al­ Pease and Mrs. Clifford. shudder to think of it The barber geria (1S30-3) negotiations for peace Arthur Crosby spent a few days in had a musical ear. and he lathered me were entered upon with the sheiks of certain Arab tribes, and a meeting for Lewiston last week. to the tune of ‘The Blind Boy,’ which was being ground out by a barrel organ the settlement of terms was arranged MILLINERY Easter is over and now comes Miss Muriel Haines of Rangeley visit­ close by. Slow certainly, but nothing to take place at the French headquar­ It will soon be too warm (we hope) for that housecleaning time. ed her cousin, Maud Ranger, recently. winter hat. Come in and see our up to date goods in to complain about By the time the ters. The French officers received One improvement leads to Dana Gray is visiting his brother’s scraping process had commenced the their guests with great hospitality, and TRIMMED AND another and we always spend family. tune had changed to the liveliest of after the banquet given in their honor, UNTRIMMED HATS at which the utmost splendor was em­ The Musical club gave their minstrel jigs, and the musical shaver seemed to Special low prices on school hats all this spring more money than we intend to. show in Bell’ s hall Wednesday evening be enjoying himself hugely as he did ployed iu order to dazzle their eyes Remember we keep a good line to a full house for the benefit of the his best to keep time. I was afraid to and captivate their simple minds, an SHIRT WAISTS adjournment was made to a large hall, of High school. take a breath for fear it would be my last where M. Houdin, the celebrated con­ Everyone guaranteed to fit. Prices from 98c t° Miss Maud Ranger was in Portland $3.50. “ Then the organ stopped, but only jurer, who had accompanied the French Regal Corsets, best $1.00 corset on the m arket. last week. for a second, and when I heard the forces, gave an exhibition of his skill. Cretonnes and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hodgman passed strains of ‘Stop Your Tickling, Jock,’ I They stared in open mouthed wonder THE HAT SHOP through Strong recently to Kingfield vowed that rather than run the risk of at all the tricks that were performed, Mrs: E. R. Sprague, Strong. Silkolines from California, where they have been being finished off in a barber’s chair and a feeling of awe crept over them the past winter. Their many friends by a musical maniac I would let ’em as they witnessed the mysterious ap­ Northeastern Telephone 5-22. at low prices, also bleached and were glad to welcome them to Maine grow for the future and chance the pearance and disappearance of various cream table linen and crashes. objects. But w’hat appeared to them again. crop.” —Modern Society. most marvelous was the apparent It is a pity to s?e a person neglect indications Mrs. Charles Gilman of Wilton was a of kidney or bladder trouble that may result in L. G. HUNTER & CO., His Parting Shot. manufacture of cannon balls. M. Hou­ Bright’s disease when Foley’s Kidney Remedy will caller in town Monday. correct irregularities and strengthen these or­ The late Catholic bishop Raphoe, Ire­ din passed round among them a high George Keene has moved his family gans. Take Foley’s Kidney Remedy at the first land, used often to tell this story with hat, which they examined very care­ sign of danger, W , A . D. Cragin, Phillips. Strong, Maine. into the house recently vacated by Geo. much enjoyment “I was suddenly call­ fully, but without suspecting anything Keefe. ed,” he said, “ from my home to see an unusual in either its make or its ap­ The Cotton Mill South. Rev. G. B. Hannaford o f Rumford unfortunate sailor who had been cast pearance. When the hat was returned Twenty cents in stamps or otherwise Falls occupied the pulpit at the M. E. ashore from a wreck and was lying to him the conjurer placed it on the sent to the Boston Evening Transcript, church Sunday morning, and preached speechless on the ground, but not quite floor in the middle of the stage in full dead. ‘The life’s in him still, your view of his audience. He then proceed­ Boston, Mass., will secure for anyone reverence—he stirred a little,’ so 1 ed to take from the hat cannon balls interested the series of articles started stooped down and said to him, ‘My apparently without number and rolled Saturday, April 25 in that paper on poor man. you’re nearly gone, but just them across the floor into the wings. “ The Cotton Mill South.’ ’ These will With this the performance terminated. try to say one little word or make one appear regularly each Saturday and little sign to show that you are dying The chiefs then consulted among themselves and came to the conclusion Wednesday in five articles. They are in the true faith.’ So he opened one of by the Rev. P. H. Goldsmith, D. D., his eyes just a wee bit, and be said, that it was useless to offer any opposi­ ‘Bloody end to the pope!’ and so died.” tion to an army that could turn out its minister of the First Church of Salem, ammunition in so easy a manner. Mass., (the first church in New Eng­ Every Bird a Weathercock. They therefore signed the required land) who is a Southerner by birth, a 6 to 7 H. P. “Where’s the wind?” scoffed the sail­ treaty and departed to tell their friends Northerner by residence. This is an Yes. 100,000 times each day. or. “ Why, look at the birds. They’ll in the desert of the wonderful power exceptional opportunity to get this ‘ ‘THE NEW WAY” of the invaders. Does it send out good blood tell you. Don’t you know that every series from a man of high standing and bird's a weathercock? Stop moistenin’ character whose viewpoint on this in­ AIR COOLED ENGINE. or bad blood? You know, for your finger and boldin’ it up,” he went teresting theme is singularly excellent. good blood is good health; on in a tone of disgust. ‘‘The practice A Skin of Beauty is a Joy Forever, “ GOES AND GOES RIGHT.” bad blood, bad health. And ain’t hardly cleanly. Look at the birds iR. T. FoHx Gouraud’s Oriental Years ahead of anything on the Is all you got to do, for every bird sets 1 Cream or Magical Beautlflor. you know precisely what to The World’s Best Climate market. Write for catalog and prices. with its head alw ajs straight at the Removes Tan, Pimples, Freckles, Moth Patches, is not entirely free from disease, on the take for bad blood — Ayer’s wind. Every live bird in a tree is as Rash, and Skin Diseases high elevations fevers prevail, while on and every blemish H. E. MAYO, Strong, Me. Sarsaparilla. Doctors have reliable a weathercock as them doad l on beauty, and tie- the lower' levels malaria is encountered birds on the spires.” —New York Press. f lies detection. It to a greater or less extent, according to endorsed it for 60 years. has stood the test of 67 years, and altitude. To overcome climate affec­ One frequent cause of l>sul Wood is a sluggish la so harmless we tions lassitude, malaria, jaundice, bil­ liver. This jnoduct s constipation. J’oisonous B taste it to be sure it substances hip then absorbed into ti*A blood, v Is properly made. iousness, fever and ague, and general Keep the boweis open wi^t Ayer’s Tills. ft Carpenter-Morton Roofing is made of Accept no counter­ debility, the most effective remedy is HARDWOOD FLOORS 8 “ wool felt saturated with boiling asphalt feit of similar name. Dr, L. A. Electric Bitters, the great alterative MAdo by J. O. Ayer Co., Lowell, SI

THE PEOPLE’ S ADVERTISEMENTS. Phillips and Vicinity* One cent a word in advance. No headline or other display. Subjects There will be a regular meeting of in abc order. the James E. Cushman post, G. A. R., at Grange hall, Wednesday evening, May 13, at 7.30 o’clock. All members PIRCULARS for hotels and camps are a special­ ly ty at the Maine W oods office. We have are requested to be present. Dry Goods. turned out a great many since the beginning of Mrs. Timothy Sweet of Avon is vis­ Men's Furnishings the new year and in every instance the half tone printing has been highly complimented. Begin­ iting her daughter, Mrs. John Bump, in ning with April we are in a position to turn out Portland. Her youngest daughter, circulars of every kind on ver^ short notice. Send Mrs. Edwin White, is keeping house your copy, with cuts, if you have any, and try Maine W oods. If you have photographs from for her. Four only. Ladies’ Suits in the- best which you want cuts made, we can get them for Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Pierce visited you. Send for sample of our half tone cut print­ ing. We print anything that can be printed. Mrs. Ida Butterfield for a day this Maine W oods, Phillips, Me. week. Suits. These are last weaves. Latest styles TT'URNISHED summer cottage for sale or to let Mrs. George L. Stevens of Farming- ■P with large lot of land on shore of Rangeley ton is the guest of Mrs. H. B. Austin. lake. Best location for fishing. A n ideal sum­ year’s styles and will mer home for a family. Address, E. I. Herrick, The Governor has designated Friday, Rangeley, Me. ______May 15, as Arbor day. in Hats, etc., Hosiery, URSE with a small amount of money and a Mrs. Samuel Harnden has been visit­ P railroad ticket. B. F. Beal. ing her daughter, Mrs. Edgar McLeary, be sold for less than "DAG carpet weaving and making of rugs. Cur- at South Strong for the past week. T v tains and portieres etc., at mill of Phillips Mr. A. B. Farnham of Bangor died Ties, Negligee Shirts, Woolen Co. A . J. Pease. ______at Simonton on Thursday, April 30, 50 per cent of their QPECTACLE REPAIRING “ Spectacle frames aged 69 years. Funeral services were O repaired. All kinds of lenses ground to order held Saturday at Bangor and interment in my own factory. Mail orders promptly attend­ wa3 in Mount Hope cemetery. Mr. value. Summer Underwear. ed to. Geo. McL. Presson, Farmington, Maine. Farnham was a former resident of Phil­ "UtfEDDING announcements are printed at the lips and his granddaughter, Miss Louise VV office of Maine W oods and W oodsman on Harnden, attended the funeral services. the latest style of paper and with the approved type. ,T. W . Brackett Co., Phillips. Me. Miss Anna Sargent, who has been ill with typhoid fever for several weeks TO LET. at the home of her sister, Mrs. George Thompson, is out again. f''1 AMP. Keep house yourself. Prices reason- O able. First-class trout and salmon fishing. F. H. Hamm, photographer of Range- Address H. E. Parker, Phillips, Me. ley made all arrangements to open a studio in Phillips at an early date, to be Boots and Shoes. Groceries, AMP, fully furnished, boats, etc., by month or announced later. He will have it open C season. Heart of best hunting and fishing in 'Rangeley lake. Camp is near the Richardson lake. three days in a week, full particulars Address, M a in e W oods. ^ of which will be given in these columns. M a in e W o o d s m a n has no hesitation in If you want a nobby rpENEMEKT to let. W. T. Hinds. recommending Mr.;Hamm to the peo­ ple of Phillips and vicinity. His long' Staple and Fancy. FOR SALE. suit is square dealing and excellent shoe, we have them, work. TWO-HORSE . Farm .Wagon with hayrack, A axles. 1 3-1 inches; tires, 2 1-4 inches; all in A lamb that was still born at E. J. good repair. Will sell at a bargain. D. E. Clark, Ross’s farm a few days ago, had two in all styles and prices. Flour and Feed. Strong. ______heads, two tails and six feet. The ALDWIN APPLES, 25c per barrel. G. V. mother adopted another lamb and drove B Wilbur. away the little one’s legitimate mother and all other intruders and is now living "REST TEAMS to let and horses and second-hand •ID wagons for sale. W. E. Sampson, Phillips. happily with her newly adopted. Mrs. Addison Merrill, who lives with DAM PING FOR GIRLS is the title of a new Vy book by Hortense Gardner Gregg. Send 25c her brother, D. C. Leavitt, is very ill in stamps to Maine W oods for a copy of it post­ with pneumonia. h c e n z ie t r a d i n g c o m p a n y paid. It is full of pictures and bright instructive c. . M K . reading matter. Mr. I. C. Foss of Farmington was in town this week. CT'NGLISH SE TTER DOG, One year old May 1 -ID Pedigreed. Color, white with lemon m ark The residence of Mr. E. H. Shepard ings. No time to handle reason for selling on Main street has been improved by Henry S. Brown, Gaylordsville, Conn. the addition of a brick walk. JAMES MORRISON, R io Grant’s Fairy Tales are 6c in stamps post- Dr. E. B. Currier is having his resi­ TD afre paid, as long as the edition lasts. Maine dence painted. W oods, Phillips, Maine. Attorney at Law, Restaurant! New Spring Miss Annie Bean was in Farmington Tp VA P O R A T E D Maple Syrup, $1.00 per gallon Thursday. Beal Block, Phillips. TD can, cash with order. Packed to go any­ where, express or freight, paid by receiver. Mr. George Greeley of Roscoe, 111., Telephone connections. Charles Skillings, Farmington, Maine. R. F. D. was a guest at Mr. M. W. Bean’s re­ | Goods Spruce, Fir and Poplar Pulpwood I have engaged XT'ARM. J. H. Gardner farm on Weld road. In- cently. He was formerly of Winches­ -C quire of B. F. Beal, Phillips, or J. H. Gard­ ter, Mass., but now owns a large ranch 5000 Cords wanted on line of Sandy I The famous Gibson Steel ner, Strong. j River, Franklin & Megantic and Phil­ in the west. Mr. Bean was in the em­ Mrs. F. A. Murree | Beds, painted white with TT'ARM FOR SALE—I have a license from the ploy of his father in Boston for several lips & Rangeley Railroads. New prices •F Probate court to sell the J. E. Graffam farm years, Mr. Greeley being a partner in for 1907. Write, telephone or call on : bright, brass trimmings, in North Freeman. I will sell farm with or with­ the firm of Mason, Greeley & to serve lunches at out timber lands. B. F. Beal. Phillips. Dwinnell. A. W. M c L e a r y , Phillips. | very nobby, with mattresses ROR SALE. Carriages, wagons, harness, fur-' There will be a dance at the pavilion j to fit. -F niture and crockery. Wilbur & Co. i IA w p I p t * 1 d0 a11 kinds of | my fruit store and Friday evening, May 15. Dyer’s or­ ; C VV C 1C I • watch and clock re­ P O T A D O G ? If not get one. You can find out chestra will furnish music and a grand pairing promptly and in the best pos­ vJ just where to get the kind you want by send­ • good time is assured. Couch Covers, ing for a copy of The Dog Fancier, published at sible manner. If you have any old- shall keep an ord­ Battle Creek, Mich. Issued monthly, at 50 cents At the regular meeting of the Jr. O. i fashioned clocks or watches that you a year. Carries more advertising than any other | U. A. M., May 15, there will be a pastry a big line in new designs. kennel publication. Send stamps for sample copy. want to save, I can do it. Barber shop j supper. All members are requested to connected. erly and up-to-date bring cake. [N CELLAR of No. 2 Beal block Baldwin apples ETHER SMITH, Upper Village, Phillips t 25c a barrel. G. V . Wilbur. Chamber Sets, Births. place with good ]WI APS of Maine, any county or township. From Lexington, May 2, to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Tufts, j I have received some new goods this -t’ F 25c to $1.00 each, (stamps taken.) Maine a daughter. a dozen kinds at low prices W oods. Phillips Maine. South Strong, April 27, to Mr. and Mrs. Harry ' week including a line of home cooking. Hunter, a son. •A/TILK A N D C R E AM —best. Special orders so- Farmington. April 29, to Mr. and Mrs. Guy j CHAS. F. CHANDLER, T’F Jicited. Telephone130-5. Charles F. Ross. Smith, a son. Embroidered Linen Lingerie New Vineyard, May 2, to Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Your patronage -\TAPHTHA LALiNCH. 18 feet, with all extra Grover, a daughter. Phillips, Maine. TN equipments in first-class condition. Has Paris, May 3, to Mr. and Mrs. Harold Briggs been in use on Rangeley lakes for two years. For (the latter nee Miss Maude Lunt), a daughter. HATS particulars address, M. B. J.. Maine W oods. Flagstaff, April 22, to Mr. and Mrs. George { is solicited. Collins, a daughter. AND RESSED hay for sale at’my home barn. B. F. P B eal.______Marriages. BLACKSMITHING "PEDOMETERS. Always know how far you Stratton, April 27, by J. P. Dudley, Joseph A ! Venjensia Fabier. •F have walked by carrying a pedometer. No LeClare of Auburn, Me., and Mary E. Borque of | COAT SETS bigger than a small watch. $1.00 postpaid, Coplin Plantation. Also white fancy in all its branches. (stamps taken). Maine W oods, Phillips, Maine. Phillips, Me. Given for three yearly subscriptions, two to be Wilton, May 2, by Rev. H. S. Ryder, Miss Bessie M. Dascombe and Joseph E. Langley. new o n e s .______DIFFICULT WORK _ Kingfield, May 2, by O. C. Dolbier. Perley Mor­ STRAW HATS My store will be closed every Sunday through SECONDHAND hearse, will sell at a bargain. rill and Miss Lillian Lake, both of Kingfield. F) Address Selectmen of Farmington, Me. I have also received some new square church hours. Phillips. May 2, by Rev. I. S. Leiby, William solicited. C. RROWN LEGHORN eggs for setting Arthur Dill and Blanche Mae Knapp. veils. S ♦ Aura P. Davenport.______New Sharon, May 1, by Rev. C. O. Perry, Elden The store will close Monday, Wednes­ Syracuse Reversible HTHE TRAPPERS’ WORLD. Sample copy 10 Tibbetts of Fayette and Florence Adkins of New RIDEOUT BROS., -F cents. Monthly. $1 a year. Full of trappers Shaion. , day and Friday evenings after 6 p. m., secrets, trappers, hunters and anglers stories. All after this week. about furs and fur markets. How to train dogs Deaths. Sulkey Plows Phillips, Upper Village and many other valuable things for hunters, trap­ Kingfield, April 27, Mrs. Dorcas Hatch, aged ADDIE G. PARKER. pers, and other outdoor people. The best maga­ The best plow out. zine of its kind and size in the world. The D. E. 82 years. 1 month. AllynP ub. Co.. Maxwell. Iow a.______Phillips, April 30, Mrs. Julia Goldsmith, aged 78 Phillips, Me. years, 1 month, 18 days. Clark's Double WO-STORY house for sale at Phillips at a bar­ New Sharon, May 2, Walter B. Neal, aged 33 T gain. For further particulars inquire of Mrs. I have sold out my business to Emma Raymond. Avon. Me.______years. Cutaway Harrow. YXTATCH Charm novelty with a beautifully col- Farmington, May 5, Mellen Hayes, aged 61 W. E. Sampson. years, 8 months and 17 days. Big Sale of v V ored trout fly in centre. Postpaid 50c All those owing me are requested to The thing to pulverize the (stamps taken). Maine W oods. Phillips, Maine. Avon, May 1, Mrs. Amanda F. Norton, aged 83 settle at once as I am going to leave Given for two yearly subscriptions, one to be a years, 9 months, 11 days. ground so you can raise more new one.______Farmington, April 30, Mrs. Celinda N „ widow of J town. Y\7"OODS Watch. Guaranteed to keep good M aj. E. 1. Merrill, aged 83 years, 5 months. 27 i UNDERWEAR days. HENRY M. GOLDSMITH, crops than after harrowing VV time. $1.00 postpaid. Maine W oods, Phil­ lips, Maine. Given for three subscribers, two of North New Portland, April 26, Sylvester Durrell Upper Village, - - Phillips, Maine with anything else. them to be new.______of Flagstaff, aged about 75 years. Telephone 45-2 Everything in this store Phillips, May 2, Mrs. Pearl Harnden, aged 21 j Pittsburg Perfect Woven WANTED. years. I have a large selection of silk and is really being sold below mica stripes suitable for bedrooms. cost. ^TYPESETTERS are well paid at this office, Widow Must Sell A very fine line of Wire Fence. i There is a chance for another young lady to Special sale on underwear, learn typesetting at once. Also experienced 113-Acre Farm. hands wanted. J. W . Brackett, Manager, Phil- Varnish Tile PHILLIPS HARDWARE CO., hosiery, vests, pants, shirts, lips. Me. ______Keep 8 cows and team; 300 cords wood, 50 M hemlock; plenty fruit; near by famers growing 7"OUNG MAN-apprentice wanted at the 400 bushels potatoes to the acre; hen house for 200 Phillips, - - Maine etc. 1 M aine Woods and Maine W oodsman office hens. Price only $1200. For picture of the splen­ Papers , learn every detail of the printing business, did house and barn, see page 57 “ Strout’s Money- for Bath rooms. Several moire ceiling All lace hose, worth 25c ia-h wages will be paid to the right person to Making Farms of America No. 20,” copy FR EE. art J W . Brackett. Mgr., Philips.______E. A. Strout Co., 335 Water St.. Augusta, Maine. papers in both plain and embossed and 37c, to be sold at 19c. workings and a full line of ingrains ■t t t a TCHES cleaned and repaired. All work W guaranteed. Watches sent by mail receive Resolutions of Respect. and crepes in all the best shades. prompt attention. George McL. Presson, Farm- Resolved, That in the death of Sir Knight Ar­ “ Lincrusta Walton” now being gen­ Mrs. Florence H. Wilbur, ington.Maine.______. thur G. Ellsworth, Mt. Abram Tent, K. O. T. M., erally used for dados in halls, stairways has lost an earnest and faithful member, who will Close Out Sale. Y7"E A L C A L V E S . Highest market pi-ice paid be greatly missed at our reviews. and dining rooms. Phillips, Maine. V for them, delivered at my house Fridays or at the train Saturday mornings. B. F. Beal.______Resolved, That our sincere sympathy and aid be I guarantee to show unex­ extended to the widow of the deceased. celled samples and fill orders Ladies’ Revelation Shoes Resolved, That our Charter be draped in mourn­ ing for a period of sixty days. within three days. I always below cost to close them out Resolved. That a copy of these resolutions be make it a point to have enough spread upon our records. Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be for each order, no sending back. for our new spring goods D. W. Wells, sent to the Maine W oodsman for publication, A postal card will bring the also a copy sent to the widow of the deceased. that are to arrive in 10 days. FANCY GROCERIES H . E. Mayo , ) Committee samples to your door any time. I. D. A d ley, I on Goods of quality at reasonable prices G. E. W illis. ' Resolutions A. 0. FREESE, First come first served at “ Imperial” Canned Goods Phillips, - Maine. Dance! WILLIS HARDY'S, WHITEHOUSE COFFEE At Phillips Pavilion, Friday May 15. WANTED Music by Dyer's Orchestra. Dancing to hear from owner having Upper Village, Phillips, Me ORANGE BLOSSOM TEA A GOOD FARM at 8 o’clock. Grand March at 8.30 EMERY BUBIER, Jeweler, for sale. N ot particular about location. Please We sell the best of every­ Admission to grounds 10c. Admission give price and description, and reason for selling. Phillips, Me. State when possession can be had. W ill deal with thing. including dance ticket 50c. Ladies free. owners only. L . Darbyshire, Box 984, Rochester. N . Y.