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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-11-05
GENERAL NEWS.

j. W. Everson, book keeper of the New
York Union League Club, formerly OF Maine,
committed suicide Tuesday night.
Lieutenant George A. Morris and Master
Frederick Collins of Maine have been ordered
to the L. S. vessel Saginaw.
The United States fiftycent piece contains
I've cents worth more silver than the Cana
dian half dollar.
A movement is on foot in Louisiana TO in
duce white farm laborers to emigrate into that
State from Canada.
a new style of card foi the list of dances at
balls and parties is white, made in the shape
of fam with pencil in the handle.
Josh Billings says y man that starts, on
the day of his marriage, as a first lieutenant
in his family, need never expect to be pro-
noted.
Corn doctors say Let the ladies keep up
the fashion of high-heetd boots. 1t brings
us more customers than all the other causes
combined.
Brigham Young attended the funeral OF
Gov. Shafftr with considerable display. Glad
of the chance no doubt.
A couple of young chaps who have been
galivanting at balls for some time in female
dress, were arrested at Brooklyn the other
night and escorted to the Tombs. 1t will be
difficult to fine these fellows because there is
no mistake that there is very little man about
them.
Jefferson Davis made his appearance in
Richmond on Tuesday at a Fair. lie did not
trouble the crowd with recital of his pleas
ant recoluc;ons of few years ago. He was
too modest far that
Recorder lIackett Of New York does not
agree with the Coron.r in the late case OF
gun-trap shooting in that city. He decides
that burglar may be shot with impunity I'M
der any circumstances while engaged in his
occupation.
The meteorological observer of the Smith
sonian Institute in Lewiston, reports the aver
age temperature for October, 1870 TO be So
degrees and II minutes, nearly 5 degrees
warmer than for the corresponding month in
1862 and about IS degrees warmer than fer
October 1868.
A youngster in Illinois who was married Sc
cretly, has sued for divorce because his bride
would not acknowledge him for her husband
in the presence of her deluded parent.
The trial of James Walsh, Charles Ferry,
and Thomas Ross in the Circuit Court, Boston,
for assault with intent to kill James McCort,
mate of the American ship William A. Camp
bell, has resulted in a dlsagrecmt by the
jury.
The California and Oregon railroad survey
has reached Yreka, and is being rapidly ex-
tended into Oregon.
Fisk Jr, lately refused to give money for a
cemetery fence because it wasn't needed, as
those inside can't get out, and those outside
do not want to get in.
The public debt statement for October shows
a reduction of the public debt during the
month of S., l29 29G 10. Considering the re-
duction of taxation at the beginning of the
month this is handsome exhibit.
The new dance, the Boston Dip" is thus
POLITICALLY described:
A smile of request an assent and a giggle
4 shake to the train to the shoulders IA wrigsle; |
\ bounce, and slide, a turn, and Il skip,
A tettcr, II back breaking ben l. and slip
And that is the graceful, the fairy-iike dip"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-11-05
NEW PUBLICATIONS..

ID. Appleton & Co., publish Cornell's Phys
ical Geography. 1t is a work which has
been prepared with great care and fidelity,
and has some features abont it that are new
and attractive. 1t has nineteen pages OF
maps handsomely colored, which are supe-
rior to the common maps, giving the student
a better idea of the facts represented. 1t Is
based on the best authorities, and contains
the latest additions made and to be found
in such a work.
Pierce has it for sale.
Putnam's Monthly for November is neither
merged nor extinguished. but opens with al
article upon The Man in the Moon" which
was prepared by somebody who is wide-awake.
nights, as well as days. The other articles
are French Influence at the Vatican; L'ta's
Missionary Feld About dogs, socially; The
Fortunes of Ahmed; The American Ian
guage Mr.. Lincoln and the Petitioners; a
Record from the Executives; Chamber; A
Woman's Right, Y; A Pilgrimage to Pekin
The Fourth of September in Paris.
For sale at Pierce's bookstore.
The Maine Journal of Education for No
vember has the following articles: Fite
Schools-Free Text Books; Work for the
Teacher; Moral and Religious Instruction in
our Common Schools; When does Educa-
ton Commence; Blackboards; Unconscious
Tuition: Published by Brown Thurston,
Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-11-05

Monday morning last, a train of II cars.
loaded with cattle, left the depot of the An
droscoggin Railroad, at West Farmington.
Five more cars were taken on at North Jay.
Large quantities of apples and potatoes are
being shipped over the road, and the freigh'
business of the road is rapidly increasing, as
we are informed by the Pennington Chroni-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-11-05

Manley Smith, of Bath, a passenger on
s,ate-rsom last Monday night with Charles L.
Weber, an old acquaintance. Charles re-
turned his kindness by robbing him Of his
pocket book Containing SO, butwas arrested
by Boston officers and presented 10 the grand
Jury of the L. 5. Circuit Court.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-11-05

Rev. Mr.. Davis OF the Free Baptist Church
in Berwick, baptised ten persons by INNER
sion, on Sunday, Oct. %. The Baptist church
in York has, during the past year, re
ceived numerous acccssions to its member
ship The Biddcford Democrat says Rev.
Joel Wilson, the pastor, is unceasing IN his
efforts for the spiritual welfare of the people.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-11-05

The propeller Varuna, whose laundering
in IA gale is reported, lett New York on the
10Th bound for Galveston. The vessel had
thirty-six passengers one of whom was Il
Member OF the British Parliament. The
cargo consisted chiefly Of dry goods, and was
worth at the lowest estemate Si00, 900. The
Varuna was first class wooden propeller,
only one year old.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-11-05

The Home journal says that recently Mr..
C. A. White, of Gardiner, slipped as he was
going into his woodshed, and throwing out
his arm struck his hand so violently against
the side of the door, as to break his wrist.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-11-05

Launched from the yard of George b.
Somes, of Somervile, on the 9th ult., the
schooner ELLA Frances of Mt. Desert,
l25 .GS tons, new measurement The ELS
worth American says she is vessel Of fine
proportions, built OF good materials, well put
together. neatly finished up, and is a credit
to the good taste and skill Of the master
builder, VIM. S. Newman Of fremont. She
is to be commanded by Capt. Samuel y. Bull
ger OF Cranberry Isle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-11-05

The Democrat reports that the St. Johns
Benevolent Society of Biddeford, have paid
out to sick members up to Oct lst, 1870,
over eight hundred dollars.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-11-05

The Age says the night watch discovered a
faint light in L. A. Knowlton's store, Belfast,
about midnight last Saturday, and upon ex-
animation found pane of glass broken and
man inside. Obtaining reinforcements and
the key to the store, he returned and found
the burglar to be a vagrant Irishman named
John Fenton, of Boston, who ostrich like had
hid himself in a bin of corn hoping to escape
detection. He was promptly arrested, taken
before Judge Patterson and falling to procure
hail was sent to Jail. He is probably sure OF
a winters lodging at the States expense.
The installation of Rev. VIM. c. Hart over
the Central Church at Bath, took place Wed
nesday evening. Introductory exercises OF
reading the Scriptures by Henry c. Thayer
of Woolwich. The sermon by rev. DR.. Har-
rs, President of Bowdoin College, on the
"Superiorty of Christian Virtue" Install
ing prayer by Rev. j. II. II. Buker Of Tops
ham. Charge to the Pastor by Rev. John O.
Fiske of Bath. Right hand of fellowship by
Rev. George Z. Street of Wiscasset. Ad-
dress to the people by Rev. VIM. c. Curtis of
Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-11-05

The Pennington Chronicle says Miss Nelli'
E. Colburn, of East Wilton, has an Englisl
Ivy that has grown 1919 feet since last May
when it was slip, taken from another plant
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-11-05

The Ellsworth American says c.. Case,
Esq, has been making thorough repair on
his saw mill and tannery at Mariaville. j.
& w. r. Milliken of Surry, have just com
pleted a new stave mill on the Rattle Trap
dam
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-11-05

\ few days ago little boy abou: four years
of age, son OF Joseph W. Holland of Water
borough, was drowned by falling into a
spring of water. He was playing close by the
spring near his fathers house, and il is sup
posed in looking over the tub into the spring
he lost his balance and fell forward into the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-11-05

The covered bridge built last summer over
Sandy river in Newry near joel Fosters, was
completely upset during the gale last week.
The new toll bridge at Bethel was moved on
the centre pier about eight inches.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-11-05
THE BRIDAL CHAMBER.
ESSAYS FOR YOUNG MEN
on
Great Social Evils and Abuses,

Which interfere with MARRIAGE, with sure
means for the Erring ANA Unfortunate dlt eased
and debitated
Sent in sealed letter env elopes, free of charge.
Address HOWARD SA II tARY AID ASsOCIA-
TON, No.2 South Ninth ST., PHILADELPHIA, Pa.
noy4-t3m
The New York herald., 1870-07-25
PIANOFORTES.

FURTHER REDUCTION IN PRICES OF BARNES
n premium PianofOrtes also extensive assortment OF
Panos Grans Squares and Uprgh,s, CHECKER
ngs and other celebrated Makers nstalments at cash
prices JOHN O. BARNES l37 Eighth street, near Broad
The New York herald., 1870-07-25

Free Celered People Returning from Hayti
70 Their Old Hemss after Ten Years Alb

From the New Orleans Republican, July 20.l
For me past lew DAYS great Interest has been Ielt
yeaanette, az It was reported that she would briug
large number OF native haytiens who had. under
contract "a ohoss come to the state M Of LOU aoais,
years. The interest felt In the expected arrival was
heightened by the mysterious shadow tnat seemed 10
surround II. Who mad originated the enterprise
Was IL the precursor OF further enterprises Of like
natures Was 1t Intended to act as an equipoise, as
balance OF power iD relation TO the mutltudinons
influx OF Chinese emigrants OF coOe laborers VIII
this thing 60 OLA cargo OF Chinese then cargo OF
the African race ne m yor 20 OF eaeS
race, until the South becomes what Belgium mas
been for generatlona battle ground ior contending @
Picayune tier, yesterday morning, at eleven O'clock
settled all doubts and dspeed all illusions; for 10
IN every respect as the Chinese, the vessel had
brought home o body Of native Louisianlans VINO
boarded the Jeanette we found the decks crowded
with passengers, consisting or c0lOred men, women
and children most OF them In postuIes by no means
expressive OF comfort, although there was nothing
OF neglect squaler In their appearance. On the
contrary, they had the look Of sefreant intelli-
gence, indicative OF people who knew how to take
care OF themselves In o few minutes we discov
cred the commodore" Of the party. and fIom him
we gathered some interesting memoranda. which
present for the benefit OF the readers OF the Re-
publican. II Is well known that several times
within the present century attempts have been
made by the Hayten government 10 induce
emigration to that country among The coored popula
ton OF the United States. These attempts, however,
met with but partial success az any tl.ne. But
something over ten years ago the natterlng offers
made by General Jerrard President OF the llaytlen
republic, excited the attention OF the colored people
IN the South, more particularly IN Louisiana. The
consequence was that in 1899 q considerable number
Of c0lored people from the Opeousas country emf.
grated in body 10 lIayti and settled In The ne Rh-
bOrhOOd OF ST. Mare which Is sixteen leagues dis
tant from Port AL Prince. the capital II is easy to
suppose then, besides the grants o land offered, the
great temptation TO go TO Haytl was the entire
absence OF all political and civil disabilities OF
every KIND on account OF race, color or previous
condition. The number emgrating from this State
was about nve hundred, mostly from Opelousas.
The result Is shown by the arrival OF The Jeanette
They are acoming back glad to reach the old
home at any rate after their ten years expatra-
ton.
The New York herald., 1870-07-25
An EXTRAORDINARY voyage.

TwcnLye eosX 1nOuSuHO Sh oC"ss
Tie st. Louis Republican. July IA, saSSs:-s Tie
Carpenter, arrived at this po.t at seven
O'Clock last evening from Sew Orleans in
toS Of the Mary Alicc. Captain Carpenter
started over yScar ago from the coast or
Mane: e.: e..c. made voyage or over twenty Y-sx
tnOasand miles, including survey OF harbois aid
lnlets. terminated by her arrival here. Every par
tcular relating TO this remarkable voyage is OF in
tcrest. About ten days since, George Rea, Pres.
dent Of the Mississippi Valley Transportation COM
rany was in New Orleans on business, when he
was called upon by gentleman OF nautical
appearance, VINO introduced himself as Captain Car.
penter, retired United States naval Ofcer. The
business OF the captain was, he SAID, to inquire
about the towing OF small yacnt Of six tons from
New Orleans to 1T. Louis. or course Mr.. Rea gave
the captain all the needed information, and the re-
suit IL the arrival OF the little yacht stated There
are some very interesting facts connected with the
consists only OF the captain and companion, who
mess on bOard. As stated, she started from the
eastern coast OF Maine over year ago, and has
taken most crcutous route up and down all the
rivers and nets OF the Atlantic coast until her arrl-
val at New orleans. At one time last season there
was terrific storm on the coast, when several
vessels were wrecked. The little yacht weathered
the tempest, riding over the big blllOws like q
feather. The wrecks OF six or seven merchantmen
were discovered tutnbling about IN the waves, but
the Yacht escaped unframed. The Jennie Bonnie
will remain here couple OF days when she goes 10
S.. Paul and thence across the grand portage 10
Lake superior, through Lakes Huron, Erie and On
tario iEo the ST. Lawrence and around to the coast
OF Maine tG the point where she started from. The
object OF the voyage by Captain Carpenter Is to OBJ
tain correct survey OF the contour OF the continent
between Mane and the nlouth OF the Mississippi and
also OF the Mississippi rive- and the lakes Captain
Carpenter, who, during hs stay IN tbs CITY Is the
guest OF Mr. Rea, is gentleman " superior culva-
ton ana has served In the navy with credit. The
Jennie Bonnie is small rakish looking crit OF six
tons burden, with two masts, schooner risIed aad
lies the water like thlng OF ne' she Il At the
fno of Almond street,
The New York herald., 1870-07-25

lent Judgment was shown In the issuing Of invita-
tOns 80 that there not the slightest confusion
OF crowd. IL was an extra0rJinary occasion ana
brilliant assemblage. Tne Conde dEu and Prin-
cess Imperial were present, and II was notable that
shc was one OF the planest dressed ladies In the
room. There was the cite Of Brazilian society and
come magnificent dress The display OF diamonds
tho Ministers were there, and among them the
American Minister, Hon. H. T. BLOW, his wlie ana
daughter. Other legations were represented MI
Carvalh0, the Portuguese Minister, was present
also Mr. Cllnea, the Ru. Sian Minister; Nh. HOOK
mel, the French Minister; Mr. Roberts, the Spanish
Minister. Among the Brazilian nobility were the
Duque de Cdxius, late cominander-inchieI OF the
ARMY; Baron COtajepe the Minister OF Foreign
Affairs aud many others abaze with decorations
navy officers present. 1t was to be regretted that
there were American menoi-war In port, tnat
the United States might have been more fully rep
resented. As 1t was the United states naval SER
Vice was represented by Paymaster BOrwn. Pay
master Brown has recently arrived here TO take
charge OF the United States Naval Depot Ct this
place.
The last American steamer brought out Mr.. John
L. Stephens from Maine, appointed - Minister to
leave In the next steamer for Montevideo. Much
regret Is expressed at the loss OF Mr.. Munroe as
United States Consul at this place. The news has
Just arrived OF his resignation, and himself aud lady
had so won the esteem Of all foreigners in Rio-not
W mention the native population That 1t was hoped
they would return and give their OLD friends the
benefit and enjoyment OF continuance OF their SO.
cicty.
There is no sickness OF any kind worthy OF men,
tion. The fever has disappeared, and few cold,
rainy days, such as yesterday, WIN insure against Its
coming AGAIN.
The New York herald., 1870-07-25
RAILROAD ACC 9eNr-Maw MANslsD.

In attempting to get on the YOnkers train on
saturday evening, John lIala, OF OAK Hill,
Yonkers fell between the cars, which passed over
nm severing one Of his legs iOm the body. He
was attended by DR.. Armstrong and sent to beue'
vue Hospital
The New York herald., 1870-07-25

$50 Eighth avenue, between Foriynfh and Forty ysixh
Streets without reserve, Stock of Cabinet Dealer
declining business including Lease Fixtures Horse, Truck
and Harness; stock comprising rosewood walnut aud ma
hogany Parlor Library Suits brocate and terry
sideboards, wardrobes Bookcascs Extension and raror
Tables Bureaus Bedscad Cradles Rockers Chairs, dc &C.
Trade nd others invited Catalogues Monday at Office OF
auc ionee Rro
The New York herald., 1870-07-25

A UCTION notice.. ID. PARKER 4 CO., AUG
"A Moneers VIII sell this day tMondayl at u o'clock
costly Household Furniture contained In private residence
ll3 West Twenty seventh street. Sixth rich
Psror Suits, pieces covered satin brocate and silk
reps ~ octave rosewood Panoferte made by celebrated
Mirrors Staary Bronzes Paintings Centre Tables, &c.
aso Dining Room Furniture, Plate, Knives Forks Dinner
Services &c Bedroom Suits walnut and rosewood Bed
steads Bureaus, Washstands, Hair Beds Lounges a.
Basement and Kitchen Furnituren all 400 lots OF useful
Household Furniture N BGoods boxed and shipped for
purchaAera by comnetent paItes.
The New York herald., 1870-07-25

A REGULAR MEETING OF THE SECOND HAND
n furniture dealers will held MONDAY at
O'clock corner of Beecker streets The ron s
open 10 ali that have license Initiation *2 warning to
a that deal business The law will be put into force
The investigation committee will be present.
W. EOWLES, Chairman.
COOK Secretary
SNEIDEN, Treasurer.
The New York herald., 1870-07-25
sALEs AT AUCTION.

A UCrION NOTICE-J n. TAYLOR AUCTlONEER
n Magnificent Household Furniture,
furnished at cost Of SIS, ,0O0
COO lots by catalogue.
A chance for housek keepers.
Drawing Room Suits, Pianofore, Bronzes, Pantngs Sta
tuary.
On this day (MONDAY, at the elegant mansion
81 West Fifteenth street, between Fifth and Sixth avenues
sale commencing at 10ls O'Clock.
Drawing Room Furniture covered brocate richest deacr
case, Encoisnurss, Narqueterle Cabinets, Tables,
Canterbury; velvet Capss brocae lace CSrtans Chan
deliers Paintings by eminent artists Bronze Clock Mirrors
rosewood, walnut Bureaus; Bedsteads. Wardrobes, Nat
tresses Counterpanes Extension Table, Sideboard China
servants apartments Sale pereptoy Catalogues at the
The New York herald., 1870-07-25
AMUsEMgNrs.

- - g.
ANNOUNCEMENT EXTRAORDINARY
TnE GREAT SENSATION!
MONDAY EyEsIn IVY ysSk % aPa dSSnT o the week.
FRENCH wREsriERs.
whose performances haye created .ssHs sHsh urore
" MONS D'hrALlE ~
sarnansd the NAN WITH THE IRON JAW
The Wonder Of the 18th Century,.
NILE. ANGELA,
The Female Samson.
NJ PIERRE DUBOIS,
Tho Great Cannon Man. -
Also nrst appearance Of the great Ethiopian Comeo~''
Tho Champion sRsosAHT Ri!is srp e. T. e. sURaE
In his Lightning Zouave Drill
The So~ery's iA'G1';s nXsrFR rnnso%m,,t %nHmR,TtN.
The beautiful and accomplished Danseuso,
Miss ADA BOsHELE,
Ano '"e eccentric oIM..p Mr.. q. ". a"H HER%AS,
GREAT VARIETY ORGANIZATION,
- " "''" A HExuNIFICENr PROGRAMME.
Matinee Saturday at 2 O'Clock.
WOODs MUSEUM AND MENAGERIE.
Two Performances daily al . and r. NJ
- First week OF the engagement OF the popular arss
MISS ROSA RAND , ,,.,so,!
Eighth week of the Celebrated Pantominis.s, the
MARTINETTI TROUPE
Monday, the 25th day and evening nis Weea
the new BurIesque Extrayaganxaof
II Thfs M r.! " hAMs W S;s k2sA EAST RENE Ms AnEs
BARNES Mr.. ROONEY and @. c. CHARLES will appear.
TO conclude with NJ @sic neg 'sH TSunPET srpS%s of the
TiIH MARTINETTI TROUPE.
the world Menageris Of Living Wild Animals, and the Ia
fernal Regions.
The New York herald., 1870-07-25
A UCTION, AUCTION, AUCTION. .,.-...
"A Over 800 lots and $20.0 600 worth
Elegant Household Furniture, Paintings, Bronfes,
Al public auction 10 the highest bidder,
On this day Monday, July 20, at ION O'Clock.

A. the large Avs story issidsnce il feuls street.
between Broadway and Fifth avenue Fifth
Magnificent four round cornered rosewood 7A octave
fanofore, eight rich Parlor Suits, covered with
TEL striped and plain ha,rcloh and Oval Mir
rors ,a brocate reps and lace Curtains; magnificent on
nets bois de rose Etageres Tables Bookcas Writing Desk
rosewood and walnut Chamber Suts Mattresses Bedding
Sofas Chairs Lounges Sdeboard Extension Table Dining
Chairs China and Silver Ware CutlerySc Responsible
in attendance goods purchasers
reasonable charges EDWIN NICHOLS, Auctioneer.
The New York herald., 1870-07-25

VIyALLACK'S.
w Proprietor and Manager. Mr.. LESTER WALLACE
Performance commences at r. cone!uics at l0H y.
CONTINUED GREAT SUCCESS OF
EMMETT
In his charming specially OF
FRITZ, q
in Gaylcrs admirable comic and sensational Drama.
ACT I-CASTLE GARDEN AND BATTERY.
THE LANDING OF FRITZ.
ACT II-Scene. l-KATRINA'S HIDING PLACE.
Scene 2-THE GREAT COURT ROOM SCENE.
Received night with Z
SHOUTS OF LAUGHTER.
Scene 3-CONCERT HALL PhRLOR,
IN which Mr.. EMMETT Introduces his popular
CHARACTERISTIC MELANGE
SONGS, DANCES AND z
SOLOS ON MOUTH HARMONICUM.
ACT III--FRITZ'S HAPPY HOME.
THE GREAT SENSATIONAL MILL SCENE.
The thrilling effect ever produced on any stage.
EVERY EVENING
Seats two weeks In advance.
The New York herald., 1870-07-25

L. will SELL Tuesday, July 26, at l04 O'Clock, at Nos
81 and 3l3 avenue between Nineteenth and Twentieth
full steam power engine boilers al tools and machinery In
ard Harness Sale positive, without BY order Of
Jacob stoke.