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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-04-14
Thomas's funeral. The President was obliged
tn decline the 'uovernOr's hospitality.

Thomas's funeral. The President was obliged
to decline the'governor's hospitality.
The Canadian government has determined
to receive Father Richott and Mr.. Scott as
delegates from Red River, and will make prop
ositions based on bill of rights, which those
delegates will convey to the people on their re-
turn. An expedition will be despatched by
Fort William at the same time.
Mr.. Kelley, of Pennsylvania, it is said, will
this week report in Congress, from the Com
mittee on Weights and Measures, bill pro-
viding for an International coinage system
based on the decimal system. England will
cooperate with the United States in this plan.
The present gold and silver coin will not have
to be changed to any extent.
A Presbyterian clergyman, of Allegheny
Pa, is in trouble, charged with breach OF
promise. The lady in the question has placed
letters before the session of the church. She
is indignant about it, but only wishes to ex-
pose the clergyman duplicity, and says, mo
it shall never be-" when asked if she wants to
marry him.
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FAST-DAY.

To-day we observe our annual fast, ap-
pointed in accordance with the custom OF
our ancestors, at the opening of the season
of seed-time, to call down blessings upon
the husbandman and the labor upon which
our temporal necessities depend The OBJ.
servance of this fast at the present time
differs widely from that of former days
When our fathers established it in the will.
derness, surrounded by savage foes and
cut off from relief by other communities
in case their crops should fail. they had a
deep sense of their dependence upon Prov
idence, and in true sincerity invoked its
smiles upon their efforts In these days
there sno savage enemy to make us afraid,
neither do we know from experience as
they did what it is to lack bread and have
starvation staring us in the face, neverthe-
less without the kind care and bounty of
Him in whose hands are seed-time and
harvest, we should miserably perish.
How appropriate then that we cease from
toll this day, and spend it in such manner
as may witnsss that we acknowledge our
dependence upon the good Father, and
reverently seek his blessing through the
year before us.
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twenty-five per cent. to the quality of the
teaching force. "
6. The employing power thus placed in
the hands of the committees will induce to
| better inspection of the schools, and to a
closer scrutiny of teachers work.
T. More care will now be exercised in the
selection of men qualified to discharge the
increased responsibilities of the office of Supt
School Committee.
8. The experience of other States and of
those towns of our State more active and adj
vanced in educational agencies confirms the
wisdom Of this transfer. Nearly all the States
having common school system examine, GER
tiicate and employ teachers through the
same officials.
The melting assertions of certain class
that this is an Invasion of rights, central
ization of power" ''anti-republican," 'anti-
democratic" &C., ought to have no weight
with deliberate mind. If one set of officials
can do better work for the community than
fpo, let us have the one. Nature never en-
ploys two forces to accomplish what can be
as well done by one--the same law should
hold true in political and school economy.
1t was not the intention of the friends of
this measure either to ''abrdge rights or
"centralize" power, but to delegate powers
inherent in the community to class of officers
through whom the interests of their commu-
nifty and the welfare of the common schools
might be best promoted. Its earnestly hoped
that agents will be interested to present their
best candidates for examination as teachers
to the committees, and that the several towns
will take especial interest in selecting the
most earnest and efficient educators as COM
mittees and supervisors. We must all work
together generously and zealously in perfect
ing the daily public school.
Your obedient servant.
WARREN JOHNSON.
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EMPLOYING OF TEACHERS.

To the Editor of the Kennebee Journal:
BY recent legislation the power to employ
teachers for the public schools has been trans
ferred from district agents to the Supt. School
Committees. The reasons of this transfer
were briefly the following:
!. 1t was desirable that the same party
should examine, qualify and employ teachers,
as an ordinary business transaction.
2. The examination of applicants should
precede the employing of the same. Under
the double headed system of Agents and
Supt. School Committees, the reverse of this
generally occurred. We do not purchase a
horse and then test his qualities, but first test
and then conclude the bargain.
3. OF the two bodies, agents and commit
tees, 1t was concluded that the latter were on
the whole better qualified to discharge the
entire duty of examining and employing.
1. 1t was desirable to fix upon some per-
son or persons the responsibility Of good or
poor teacher and consequently of good or a
poor school. Heretofore that responsibility
has been divided between the agent who en-
ployed, and the committee who issued the
certificate, each throwing the blame of poor
teacher or poor school upon the other. True
the entire responsibility of examination de-
volved upon the committee, and strictly
faithful discharge Of duty would demand the
refusal of certificate to an incompetent per-
son. The pressing demand of the agent how
ever, joined with the request of the applicant,
and numerous other considerations, often in
huenced to grant certificates to individuals
disqualified for the position of teacher. No
such excuse can now be brought by the COM
mittee for any dereliction of duty.
5. The entire authority and responsibility
thus thrown upon the committee will induce
to stricter examinations, elevate and fix the
standard of qualification, oblige the teacher to
better preparation for his duties, giving US
better work in the school-room, and conse-
quently more satisfactory returns for the
school money invested. Five years Of straight
forward effort In this direction will add
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secrate ourselves to the great task remain.
ing, and to gather from the graves ofthese
honored dead increased devotion to that
cause for which they gave their lives.
Here let us resolve that they shall not have
died in vain; that this nation shall, under
God, have new birth of freedom; and
that government of the people. by the
people, and for the people shall not perish
forever from the earth"
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a HOME AND SCHOOL FOR THE SONS OF DECEASED

a HOME AND SCHOOL FOR THE SONS OF DECEASED
sOLDiERS)
DR. II. r. IIELMBOLD: Two bottles only of the
package of your valuable Buchu presented to the
Institute have been used by the children and with
perfect success In the case of our little lieutenant
A. j., his pride is longer mortified. and he is free
from the daily morning anathemas OF the chamber
maid who has charge of his bedding. feel that
knowledge of the result of our of your Buchu
with the children under our charge may save many
II superintendent and matron of boarding schools
and asylums a great amount of annoyance; and
many poor child, suffering more from weakness
than from habit. may be spared pni siiment that ~
mot knowing it as a weakness instead of a bad
habit most unjustly inflicted upon them: Thank
ing Won on behalf of the children, and hoping others
may be alike benefited, am respectfully yours,
COL. YOUNG, General Supt and Director.
June H. 1866.
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A friend at the Sandwich Islands has sent
us specimens of japanese literature in the
shape of two profusely illustrated and unique
pamphlets. We have, as yet, been unable to
derive much information from them, the let
ter press, which is most economically packed
in corners and upon the margins, being quite
as undecipherable as the Mss. of some of our
contributors and correspondents. As speci-
mems of the art of typography in a tar-oft cor
ner of the world, they are rare and interest
ing.
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HELMBOLD'S EXTRACT BUCHU, established
upward of eighteen years, prepared by II. I.
HELMBOLD, Druggist No 59t Broadway, New
York, and No. lOi South Tenth ST., Philadelphia
Penn. Price ~ 25 per bottle, six bottles for
sc 90, delivered to any address. sold by Druggsts
everywhere.
None are genuine unless done up in steel
grayed wrapper, with fac smile of my Chemical
Warehouse, and signed
Lyle II. T. HELMBOLD.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-04-14

The editor of the Pressure Isle Sunrise, who
WAS himself diligent, thoughtful and valua-
BILE member Of the Legislature, in series of
"Pen Pictures of the House" thus dclineates
Hon. Joseph Baker of this city:
"Mr. Baker, member from Augusta, is
probably the best Legislative lawyer in the
House. We believe this is his first service
in this branch, but he has been a member of
the third branch, as counsel before the COM
mittees for many years. He is an honest, re-
ligious and conscientious gentleman; pro-
gressive in his views and believes in 'march-
ing on" in all the affairs of life. He was
member of the Commits sion for the revision of
the statutes, and as such was eminently use
full in shaping the statutes of this session so as
to harrnonize with those enacted in years
gone by. He was always in his seat watching
the progress of business, ready to correct any
error which might occur. The State owes
Augusta debt of gratitude tor placing so
eminently useful member upon the floor OF
the House"
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GREAT SALT LAKE CITY, !
Utah, Jan. Is, 1865.

Mr. H. II. HELMBoLD--DEAR SIR: Your comnu-
nication requesting terms for advertising was
duly received, but from a prejudice ! had formed
was left unanswered. During an accidental con-
versation in n drug store the other evening, my
mind was changed on the character of your Bichu
1t was then highly r commended for other diseases
by two physicians present Enclosed please find
our rates Of al, cltsing. Yours, &c.
L. Il. II. STENH0USE,
Editor and Proprietor of Daily and semi-Weekly
Telegraph.
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\ PERMANENT CURE OF GRAVEL OF TWELVE
YEARS sTANDISG--STONE PASSED
AND TO BE SEEN.

BURNSIDE, Conn, Dee. Il, 1869.
DIR. uFIMBoLD-Dear Sir: 1t is with much
pleasure that write you upon facts respecting my
self | do not know hardly how to express myself
have been for the last ten or twelve years .ne
sometimes than others. The complaint was the
kidneys" and Bladder" have been sometimes
from twelve to fourteen hours, and wantedto make
water every minute, but could not Have consult
ed doctors, both in Massachusetts and this state
and taken pills, may say, by the quart also lq
uored medicines but found no relief from any, and
got worse the last six months. Twas so that could
scarcely get about | could not rest night or day
1t would soon have been "all up" with me II had
not seen your advertisement in "The Berkshire
Courier" headed Kidneys" read 1t through ana
thought would try it. purchased 4 bottle, put
when had been trying so many things and cost me
much? Well, began taking 1t, and before had
taken the frst bottle felt bad but finished 1t and
got another. BY the time took half OF the second
I still got worse apparently. When | walked II
plsce. and felt really bad. l felt so, before had
finished the second, that had made mp my mind 1t
was of no use trying any more-and all ths time
the 'Buchu" doing its work, but did not
know il; so gave it up and went to Hartford on
Saturday to OF the best doctors i'll the city.
lie said it was the neck of the bladder, and should
have to undergo an operation. lie gave me met
icne, and l Went home quite downhearted On
sunday was unable to go to church. had not
taken any of his medicine, but on my return conn
ned using the "Buchu," and in the afternoon had
a desire to make water, but could not About one
hour after this tried again, with the same result ;
but the next time took the vessel it was the same
us turning faucet and stopping it off again. 1t
for three times, and the third time there was
something came through the passage aud struck
against the side of the vessel examined it, and it
is the ugliest stone or gravel you ever saw GOV
1t looks the color Of mud turtle, and is AS hard az
a flint So you see the "Buchu" was doing its work
although ! was feeling so badly procnreu an an
other bottle thinking their might be some more pc.
hind, but since that has passed, which Is eight
was In nv life have the stone securely wrapped
and those who have seen it in this place are sur
prised cannot tell you all, but this is a true story
of NV case and Won are welcome to make such use
of my name ms YOU think proper am pretty wen
known in Berkshire; also in Connecticut. The adj
yertisement saved me. Why not publish more !!
The Springfield Republican i'd widespread paper,
Ii any one wishes 10 see this wonder, they can &c
40. i could write all day, but think have saio
enough this time, so remain your ever wlsher'
EDWARD l.. HOWARD,
Paper Maker, Burnside, Hartford Co., Conn
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The remains of Arson Burlingame will
arrive at New York on the 10th inst. The
Union League Club of New York will pro-
vide an escort of honor to Boston, where
the funeral ceremonies will take place.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-04-14

Some are inclined to complain of mud
in our streets, but the difficulty does not
appear to be confined to this locality. Mr..
John Marshall who has driven stage
thirty years, says he never knew so bad
travelling. The. stage from Bath to Wis
casset, April 9, was drawn by two yoke
of oxen and four horses. Passengers
walked all the way. This is but one in
stance of what we hear on all sides.
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\ CASE OF TWENTY YEARS STANDING.
PHILADELPHIA, Penn, June %. lsl
August II, 1865. ltO Wood-st., Pitt-burg, Penn.


II. 7. HELMnoLD, Druggist-DEAR SIR: have
been 4 sufferer for upwards of twenty years with
gravel, bladder and kidney affections, during which
time have used various medicinal preparations
and been under the treatment of the most eminent
physicians, experiencing but little relief,
Having seen your preparations extensively ad.
vertised, consulted my family physician in regard
10 using your Eqtract Buchu.
did this because had used all kinds of advcr-
ueed remedies and had found them worthless and
SONG quite injurious in fact, despaired Of ever
getting we'll and determined to use remedies
i unless knew of the ingredients. twas
this that prompted me to use your remedy. AS you
advertised that it was composed of buchu, cubebs
and juniper berries, it occurred to and my phys
ician as an excellent combination; and with his ad
vice, after an examination of the article and con.
sulting again with the druggist, concluded to try
it | commenced to it about eight months ago
at W hch time vas confined to my room
From the first bottle was astonished at the ben.
eflcial effect, and after using it three weeks WA,
able to walk out felt much like writing to you n
fun statement of my at the time, but thought
my Improvement might only be temporary, and
therefore concluded TO defer, and il 1t would
effect perfect cure, knowing that it wonld be of
greater value to you and more satisfactory to me.
am now able to report that cure Is effected,
after using the remedy for five months.
have not used any now for three months, and
feel as well in all respects as ever did.
Your Buchu being devoid Of any unpleasant taste
and odor nice tonic and yigorator of the system.
do not mean To be without it whenever occasion
NJ. McCoRMIC
Should any doubt MIR. McCormc's statement, he
refers to the following gentlemen:
Hon. WM, BiGLEH, Ex-Governor of Pennsylvania
Hon. THOMAS Il. FLORENCE Philadelphia.
Hon, j. c. KNOX, Philadelphia.
Hon. j 5. BLACK Philadelphia
Hon. d. II. PORTER, Ex-Governor of Penn -yivana
Hon. ELLIS LEWIS, Philadelphia.
Hon. Il. {. GRIER, Philadelphia.
Hon. G. W WOODWARD, Philadelphia,
Hon, W. A. PORTER Philadelphia.
Hon. JOHN BIGLER Ex-Governor of California
Hon. +. BANKS. Washington, D. c
And many others il necessary.
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MIR. ii. T. HEIMBoLp-Dr,p SIR. In regard 10
the question asked ME 10 my opinion about Blu.
cnl, would say have used and sold the article III
np1 u, iotHls Tor the past thirty years. do not
hnh tere Is any form or preparation Off have
useu, or known TO be used, in the various diseases
where such mcdicate agent would be indicated.
lou are aware, 2s well as myself that it has been
eSHt1hsvey employed in the various diseases of the
CURED, in my judgment, is warranted by the facts
have seen and used as before stated every form
oil Bucht--the powdered leaves tincture fluid eA.
tracts-and am not congnZant of any preparation
of that plant at all equal to yours. Twelve wears,
experience ought, think to give me the right 10
judge of its merits; and, without prejudice or par
TALLY give yours precedence over all others
value your Buchu for its effects patients.
have cured with it, and seen cured with it, more
diseases of the bladder and kidneys than have
ever seen cured with any other Buchu or any other
proprietary compound Of whatever name. Respect
fully yours, &C.
GEO. H. kEYsER, NJ. d.,
August II, 1865. HO Wood-st Pittsburg Penn
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MIR. C. l. Barker, agent Of Bates Mills at
Lewiston, was severely injured about five
O'Clock Tuesday afternoon. He was standing
in front of ID. Cowan's WOODEN mill, when
bar from the third story fell, and striking him
on the head, inflicted dangerous wound.
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Poor .Golladay has been cast overheard
by his friends. Letters from Kentucky
say that the quandam rebel general, S. II.
Lewis, has received the democratic nomi-
nation over Golladay by an overwhelming
majority.
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Rev. John Brady, pastor of the Catholic
church in Ioulton, is soon to remove TO Bid
deford.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-04-14

The Herald says the Episcopal Society in
Camden has just cancelled debt Of over eight
hundred dollars against the church, and is
now free from all liabilities.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-04-14

The Supreme Court begins its session at
Belfast next Tuesday with Judge Dickerson
on the bench. Several cases of much local
interest will come up.
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CURE OF KIDNEY AND LIVER AFFECTION OF A
PATIENT SEv ESTl- EIGHT YEARS OF AGE.
THANKS TO MR. HELMBOLD.

GIRARD, Pa, March 81, 1859.
EDITOR CosMorIITE: desire, ~ unsolicited
tribute to the merits of Hembold's Buchu and for
the benefit of those similarly afflicted = my self to
say that after consulting many eminent physicians
and irving nearly all the best advertised remedies
in the vain hope of finding relief from aggravated
kidney and bladder diseases, from which | have
suffered excessively for many years, good fortune
finally suggested to me IIelmbold's Buchu, which
commenced using with little faith, and no apparent
alton Of that time, however, | thought commenced
to experience slight relief. which encouraged me to
persevere i'll its use and now. at the expiration of
four months, although am an iniirm old man.
nearly - years of age, and consequently medicines
cannot be expected to iavOrably affect me they
otherwise would, have found such unspeakable
relief and permanent benefit from Mr.. Helnbold's
valuable discovery, that feel | ought to publicly
record the fact, as an acknowledgement to him and
q valuable suggestion to the public.
Yours respectfully, ID. NJ. LAREN.
Mr.. Laren refers to the following gentlemen.
Col. DAN. RICE, Girard, Pa.
CHAS. STOW, esq, Grard, Pa, Editor Cosmo-
polite.
GEORGE II. CUTLER, Grard, Pa, Attorney.
c. l. KINDS, Girard, Pa, Attorney.
Cant. d. W. HUTCHINSON, Girard Pa, Attorney
DAVID OLIN Girard, Pa, Merchant.
DAVID L. DAY, Girard, Pa, Merchant.
+. ROCKWELL, Girard, Pa, Merchant.
b. c. ELY, Girard, Pa, Druggist.
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Miss Annie Carey, of Gorham, is achieving
a wide reputation abroad as singer. Lon
don paper says her voice is equal to Alboni's.
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ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS WOULD BE GIVEN
FOR 4 BOTTLE If NECESSARY.
RAILWAY, y. J Dec. ., 1859

RAILWAY, y. j Dec. ., 1si9.
II. I. lIELMBoLD, EsQ-DEAR SIR: take great
pleasure in sending you certificate in addition to
the many you have received from suffering human
uy. can scarcely find language sufficiently strong
Ia express my heartfelt qualification Mt the wonder
full cure your "BuchUn has effected. For four years
have suffered beyond description. Allmy friends
with myself came to the conclusion that my
was incurable. Accident placed your advertise
meDt i'll my hands ! commenced taking your Blu
chu.p l followed the directions. and TO my utter
establishment before had taken seven bottles oil
your valuable medicine Il would give 500 bottle,
if GOULD not get il at any other price, entirely
cured. most earnestly recommend it to all those
suffering from disease. | have told many persons
to take your valuable medicine, and they are doing
so with great success. Any information my fellow
citizens may require will he freely given by the
subscriber at his residence, No 7s Milton-ave New
jersey. H. NJ FREEMAN,
Councilman Third Ward city of Railway.
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Henry B. Pierce, formerly of Camden, is
now Deputy Collector of Customs at City
Point Va.
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The annual catalogue, of Washington Acad'
envy, at East Machias, shows that l5O students
attended during the year,