Maine Democrats Deliver Stunning Victory Across State
Maine voters swung decisively to Democrats in a sweeping victory led by Governor-elect Harris M. Plaisted. Key losses for Republicans include John P. Swasey and Edwin C. Burleigh while Frank E. Guernsey and Asher C. Hinds battles loom. A Democratic Senate and widespread district gains reshape Maine politics.
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John P. Swasey
Daniel J. McGillicuddy
Edwin C. Burleigh
Samuel W. Gould
Frank E. Guernsey
George M. Hanson
Asher C. Hinds
Tom Reed
William M. Pennell
Hale
United States Senate
House
Senate
Colonel Plaisted
Maine
McGillicuddy
Burleigh
Guernsey
United States
Obediah Gardner
Rockland
Harris M. Plaisted
Greenbacks
Extraordinary sale of damaged fabric and garments
The bulk of goods in cases are practically perfect though some are water damaged or scorched. Items include Women's Muslin Underwear Kimonas Flannelette Skirts Cotton and Flannelette Night Gowns Shirt Waists Children’s Night Gowns and Wash Dresses plus yard goods used in manufacture. Extra salespeople and space offered to profit from another's loss.
Leaders Stunned By Unrest Rumblings Across Maine
In Portland on September 12 the Republican leaders faced a surprising defeat as calm weather and state issues dominated. Governor Fernald defended his administration against extravagance accusations while insurgent sentiment grew in western Maine. The rural vote appeared influenced by outside ideas, notably in the third district where Rep Burleigh, with an 18 year Washington tenure, was affected by the mood.
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Portland
Fernald
McKinlay
California
Old Guard
Burleigh
Washington
Burleigh in Maine Faces Possible Defeat in Third District
The Maine political scene signals a dramatic challenge to veteran Democrat Burleigh in the first Maine district, as Samuel W. Gould presses his long pursuit in the contest. Early returns point to danger for Burleigh, though full results may shift with the third district’s coastal to Canadian-line sweep. Byron Boyd of the Republican State committee acknowledged Burleigh’s possible loss late tonight.
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Samuel W. Gould
Skowhegan
Maine
Burleigh
Mr. Gould
George
Kennebec River
Byron Boyd
Republican State Committee
Plaisted Pledges on Stump for Direct Senator Vote
Gov elect Plaisted pledged on the stump for direct popular election of U S Senators and the re submission of the prohibition amendment. He called for repeal of the Sturgis law empowering a governor appointed commission to enforce excise laws and to reduce state expenses.
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United States
Plaisted
Maine voters rebuke tariff foes as Plaisted victory watched
Party leaders react to the Maine results praising a Democratic tilt, citing tariff anger and rising living costs. They connect Plaisted’s win to national momentum toward a Democratic Congress and anticipate shifts in Massachusetts. Several acknowledge local dynamics but foresee a broader trend.
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Republican Party
Maine
Democratic National Congress
Massachusetts
Plaisted
McGillicuddy
Democratic Party
Plaisted the First to Break Republican Rule
Frederick William Plaisted born Bangor June 26 1865 son of General Harris Plaisted. Ed ucated in Bangor and St Johnsbury he became a Maine journalist and Democratic politician serving as Augusta mayor multiple terms and Kennebec sheriff. He held many civic and fraternal roles and married Frances Gullifer in 1907.
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Frederick William Plaisted
Bangor
Harris Plaisted
St. Johnsbury
North Star
Presque Isle
Augusta
New Age
Maine
Congress
Mr. Plaisted
Kennebec County
McGillicuddy Named Maine Congressional Candidate and Mayor
Daniel J. McGillicuddy of Lewiston born August 27 1859 and Bowdoin graduate 1881 is a lawyer and three time Lewiston mayor 1887 1890 1902. He served in the Maine State Legislature 1884 85 and has run for Congress before. He married Minnie Syrague July 6 1898 and continues practice in Lewiston Me.
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Daniel J. McGillicudday
Maine
Lewiston
Bowdoin College
Minnie M. Syrague
Congress
Gould for Four Years Skowhegan's Postmaster
Samuel Wadsworth Gould, a lawyer born January 1 1853 in Porter Missouri, educated at Hiram North Parsonsfield Seminary and University of Maine, practiced law in Skowhegan Maine since 1880 and served as postmaster 1896 1900. He was Democratic candidate for Governor in 1902 and later elected to Congress from Maine's Third district.
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Samuel Wadsworth Gould
Porter
Hiram
North Parsonsfield Seminary
University of Maine
Gorham
Nellie L. Winslow
Skowhegan
Nervous Dyspepsia and a Cure with Pink Pills
An article explains nervous dyspepsia as indigestion from nervous system disturbance and notes digestion can stop during strong emotions. It cites Joseph Walden of Philadelphia who was cured after using Dr Williams Pink Pills, and touts a free booklet What to Eat and How to Eat along with purchasing details.
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Joseph Walden
North Eighth Street
Philadelphia
Dr. Williams
Maine Joins Progressive States in Election Victory
The text notes Maine a progressive commonwealth, with Swasey a Republican defeated just as Georgia’s Democrat Livingston was last week. It claims nationwide success for progressives and defeat of stand-patters, signaling voters’ discernment and choice among candidates.
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Maine
Swasey
Livingston
Georgia
Maine Goes Democratic as Plaisted Victory Surprises
A speaker in South Boston celebrated a sweep for Democrats, predicting a heavily Democratic next House and a Democratic president in two years. He cited Plaisted’s election by an estimated 3000 to 5000 votes and noted widespread shifts across Maine districts from Republican to Democratic.
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Tam
Boston
House
Maine
Cuticura credited with curing infant eczema
A mother recalls her four month old son suffered severe eczema for years with hair loss and pain. After trying four doctors Cuticura Soap and Ointment dried the eruption in a week to ten days and the boy remained free of trouble by age nineteen. She notes savings on doctors’ bills and promotes Cuticura products with pricing and contact details.
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Catherine Macklin
Doc St
Royalton
Deaths and funeral notices from area towns
In North Weymouth and nearby towns several obituaries list the deceased with funeral details. William J Coleman Catherine Corbett Maria Duke Joseph Dyer Emma M T Eldridge James Hunt Annie Hunter Catherine McBride George A Moore James Henry Page Margaret Shannon Albert Walker and others are named with their funeral times and locations across Roxbury Dorchester South Weymouth West Roxbury and Everett.
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K. of C
Manataquot
Pilgrim Fathers
Corbett
Roxbury
Catherine
Matthew Corbett
John J. Corbett
Dean Street
St. Paul’s Church
Duke
Dorchester
Maria Duke
Conlon
Thomas Duke
Dorchester Avenue
St. Mark’s Church
Dyer
South Weymouth
Joseph Dyer
Old South Church
Eldridge
Emma M. T. Eldridge
Herbert Eldridge
Chapel
Forest Hills Cemetery
Harry . A
Mt. Auburn
Hunt
James
Mary Hunt
Dudley Street
Willard Park Street
Mt. Benedict
Hunter
Deaconess Hospital
Annie Hunter
Daniel E. MacKay
Monmouth Street
Boston
McBride
West End
Daniel McBride
McLean Court
McLean Street
St. Joseph's Church
Chambers Street
North Cambridge
Moore
George A
Gus) Moore
Joseph H. Moore
Stanwood Street
Immaculate Conception
Harrison Avenue
Holyhood
Page
Roslindale
James Henry Page
Corner Cover
Centre Streets
West Roxbury
Charles River Bridge
N. Y
Highland Station
Shannon
South Boston
Margarets
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Kingston Street
Mass
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Ture
Siac
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Asher P. Hinds
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John W. Weeks
Charles S. Hamlin
John A. Kelcher
Ington
John L. Bates
Winthrop Murray Crane
James H. Vahey
Washington Street
Chicago
Kansas City
Augusta Masonic Temple
Grand Royal Arch
Bethlehem Lodge
Cushnoc
Alpha Council
Trinity Commandery
Knights Templar
Scottish Rite
Augusta Masonic Building Association
Lithgow Public Library
Augusta Savings Bank
Augusta General Hospital
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
The
Sons of Veterans
Abnaki Club
Augusta and
Cobbesseecontee
Frances Gullifer
Henry Gullifer
Milbridge
McGilliicuddy
Gould
William F. Murray
Joseph F. O’con
Nell
Bert M. Fernald
W. F. Sheehan
New York
Estabrooks
Thomas T. Est
Reeder
Massachuse
Snow
Kentucky
Thos. Snow & Son
North Market Street
Faneui
Hal
Harry Stuckley
Egzema
Cuticura
Potter Drug & Chem. Corp. Sole Props
Columbus Ave
Malried I’ree
Brookline
Coolidge
Frank A. Russell
Devonshire St
Beacon St
Coolidge Corner
Wash. St
Brookline Village
Phila. & Boston Face Brick Co
Medford St
Charlestown
Petts-Vogel
Tragansett
Staurant
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Ty Bios
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