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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27

Eight persons were baptized and ten re-
ceived to the Free Baptist church, Pine street
Lewiston, Sunday P. NJ, by the pastor, Rev.
Mr.. Burgess. The day was delightful, the
number Witnessing the baptism was large and
orderly.
Rev. Ii. NJ. Vail, who for several years
past has been pastor of the North and South
Congregational churches in Cape Elizabeth,
preached his farewell discourse last Sunday.
a beautiful eight day clock has been donat-
ed to the Methodist church in Andover, by
Charles II. Stevens of Connecticut, formerly
Of that town.
1t is now stated that, though the bequest
made by the late John c. Brooks to the Amer
can Board of Commissioners for Foreign Mis-
sions is very handsome one, it is by no
means so large as has been represented. 1t is
said he has left some legaces to Portland
churches.
The Rev. r. p. Taylor, late of the Diocese
of Pittsburg, has become Rector of St. Paul's
Church, Brunswick, which has been vacant
since the death of the late DIR. Ballard.
The Rev. Joel F. Bingham, d. d., former
ly Presbyterian and late pastor Of the Con-
gregational church at Augusta, has just been
admitted to deacon's orders at Hartford, in the
Episcopal church.
The revival at Waldoboro' still continues.
The pastor of the Baptist church on the last
Sabbath baptized ID into the fellowship of the
church.
Rev. Mr. Todd, at present filling the Cnita-
rian pulpit in Belfast, attracts much attention
by the beauty and originality of his discourses.
Rev. T.. B. Fernald of Court street Free
Baptist church in Lewiston, is quite i'll with
congestion of the lungs.
Rev. b. +. Lawrence of Brunswick, writes
to lions Advocate I've baptized three willing
converts yesterday and are expecting several
others to go forward soon"
1t is reported that Rev. George ii. Vibbert
who has been preaching for the I'd Universal
ist Society of Portland, has received call to
East Boston.
\ boarding school for boys has been opened
at Camden, under the auspices Of the Epsco-
cal church, Rev. B. W. Atwell, Rector.
Rev. Mr. Parker, of the Livermore Falls
Baptist church, baptised two persons, on pro-
fesson of faith. in Sandy river at that place,
last Sunday noon.
Rev. VIM Beavins removes from Liberty
to South Norridgewock where he proposes to
labor. At the former place he baptized can
didate the l4th inst.
There was pleasant May Party at the
residence of Rev. q. b. Richardson of Sleeps
cot Bridge, May lst. The people from both
parishes gathered in goodly numbers and
spent delightful afternoon and evening, and
left as a token of their regard the sum of S62
a liberal and unexpected gift.
The Methodist church in Dexter was dedi-
Gated on Friday. Sermon by Rev. c. +.
Allen of Bangor.
The Free Baptist church in Dover has re-
ceived % additional members within fort
night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
From Boston,.

Boston. May &c. The jury in the case of
Fred Lockwood. tried for fraudulently OBJ
tanning some ten thousand dollars worth of
cotton held by the Boylston Bank rendered
a verdict Of guilty. At a previous trial the
jury disagreed.
ARRIVED.
Arrived, steamer VIM. Kennedy, BALTIC ;
Saxon, Philadelphia. Barques Glide Sean
sebar. Bounding Billow, Messina, Clotilda,
Cienfugos.
y fire in Chelsea destroyed the stable and
badly damaged the dwelling of VIM. Halves
Loss $500.
Timothy f. Armer, an old re sident of
Aillerica, committed suicide to day by poison
ing himself
DROWNED.
Capt. Shute and VIM. Mckensie were
drowned Wednesday forenoon in Annapolis
river, Nova Scotia, while setting nets.
The Cavalry Commandery Knights Tenn
plar OF Providence, made an official visit to-
day to the Grand Commandery of Massachu-
sets. and were duly received in the Masonic
Temple.
Joseph b. johnson, graduate of Andover
Theological Seminary, and for some time a
preacher, and recently grocery dealer in
this city, was sentenced to Is months in State
Prison to-day, for seduction and adultery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
Masonic Directory.

BETHLEHEM LODGE, No. IS, F. and A. NJ
Special meetings on Monday evenings. Geo. +
Haskell Master. o. b. Qunby, Secretary
meetings first Tuesday of each month. Special
meetings every Tuesday evening. I. II. Pat
ridge. Master. f. +. Blackman, Secretary.
TRINITY COMMANDERY, No. 7, Knights TEN
plar. Stated meetings Friday on or before the
full moon of each month. a. d. Knight, Eminent
Commander .. Il Qunby, Recorder.
JERU SALEM ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER-Meets
at Hallowell. Stated convocations Thursday on
or before the full moon Of each month sam
uel w. Lane, High Priest.
ALPHA COUNClL-Meets at HallOwer. Quar-
terly Convocations, January, April July, Oc-
tOber; Wednesday succeeding full moon. ID.
Cargill, Thrice Ilustrious Master.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
urinary of Religious Intelligence.

The Baptist Society at Sabattus have en-
kaged Rev. S. G. Sargent of Augusta to sup
bly, them for the present, commencing Sun
Day, May 2Sth
| The changes which the Christian church at
skowhegan. has been undergoing during the
past four or five weeks are completed; and the
house will be ready for occupation by Sunday.
Irhe pews have been turned around so as to
lace the back part of the house, instead of the
entrance doors as formerly; an addition built
pm to the rear end of the church for the pull
pit and choir; newly shingled, painted and
papered; the grounds put in better condition.
The house now presents fine appearance
both inside and out.
Among those who have pledged aid towards
khe erection of the Universalist church at
Kittery, are Gov. Perham of Maine, l. Han
kcom, Esq. U. S. N, Chief of Bureau of
Construction and Repairs Gen. Samuel F.
|lIersey of Bangor, Hon. Charles p Kimball
| of Portland, and Mr. j. g. Harvey of Ports
mouth, in memory of the late Thomas Starr
King. The Kittery Society is but recently
organized, yet they hope to have their church
free when it is completed,
Rev. James H. Crosby of Bangor, is sup
plying the Congregational church in Lincoln.
The First Baptist Society in Cherryheld are
about to erect new church. An architect
has been engaged and will be on the ground
next week. The sum of $4,000 has already
been subscribed towards erecting the building.
The Rev. Mr.. Brown has the matter in charge.
HE is a live man and the church will be built.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
From San Francisco.

San Francisco, May &c. Charles d. Carter,
California pioneer, and leading real estate
dealer of this city, died of apoplexy this eve
ming.
The Republican County Committee has APP
pointed delegates TO the State Convention
without calling primaries, which action is
supposed to be in the interest of Selby, can
didate for Governor, and will probably be re-
pudiated by the party.
A party of Eastern correspondents, in
Guiding Mrs. Richardson, and Mrs. Lincoln
and daughters, of the New York Tribune.
enroute to Yosemite yesterday, passed under
the natural bridge of Calveras, the entire dis
lance over quarter of a mile, wading sew
eral underground streams The feat was
never before accomplished ly women.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27

A numerously signed petition will be pre-
ented to the city council o-day for the lay
BIZ of a concrete sidewalk between Wenden-
hrg's store and the railroad crossing, on Wa
Er street. The splintered and demoralized
hank which has for some time answered as
|alk, has been removed and several cart loads
Il coarse gravel dumped 10 front of the stores,
nth the evident intention that somebody
ill be green enough to ''hoofi it down. But
ince the improvement in this walk pedes-
fians have been very careful to turn into the
treet, givingthe improvement a wide BERTH
nd uttering ordinations more expressive
han elegant. but very oxcusable under the
We don't know what our fell
ow citizens at the south end have done that
hey should thus have their hopes of better
idewalk crushed under severalloads Of gravel :;
tut the appeal TO the city fathers may bring
elief in concrete, if net in the abstract
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
BY TELEGRAPH
TO THE
Daily Kennebec Journal.
EUROPEAN NEWS, &c.
Cannona ling in Paris still Con.
tinues.
Leading Communists Shot.
Terrible Fires still Raging.
The German Position Strengthened,

Paris, May 2G. The cannonade against
the insurgents position at Belleville has been
resumed.
Terrible fires are still raging inside OF
Paris. The northern railroad has been re-
paired, but entrance to the city has been re-
fused. The German positions at Auberoillas
and Elserhers have been strengthened TO pre-
vent the escape of insurgents.
The Germans permit only the women and
children inhabi,ing the burning quarters OF
Paris to leave TIE city.
The follow ing leading insurgents have been
shot: Wales Amourx, Burriel, Rigault,
Dombrowski, and Beusquet. The report OF
EFT, is nnconfrIned.
1t is rumored that all the hostages held by
the insurgents are safe. The following nam
Cd lublic buildings have been destroyed: The
palace of the Tulleries. Ministry of Finance,
Palace of the Legation Of Honor, barracks
on the quay, Hotel de Vile, and Mont de
Piell.
Marshal Mcmahon has sent to the insur-
gents Tie last summons to surrender, IN which
he says that all who may be hereafter captur-
Cd with arms in their hands will be shot.
The collections in the Louvre are all safe.
exec pt the library, IN Whlcn great many
valuable books were destroyed, The nation
al library and grand library are safe The
Tuiieries have been burned from the
ratings in front to the pavilion floor The
Palace ROYAL has been destroyed by the
flames. The Bibliothegue national has been
saved
BERLIN.
Berlin. May % Bismarck has agreed to
compromise upon the Alsace question. max
ing the government Of the conquered terri
tory dictatorship until 1873. The sanction
OF the Reichstag. however is to be required
Tor tic raising Of loans in Alsace.
LONDON.
London, Mayo. Tie American consul at
ConfirO, has gone to Fe2e to visit the Emper-
or of Morocco.
ST. Denis.
St. Denis, May &c. All tie collections in
the Louvre Gallery, and Palace Royal are in
tact.
The troops to-day surprised and shot on the
spot, large company of women, engaged
in pouring Petroleum into cellars, and after
wards throwing in lighted fuse. Fires con-
tinue in many places.
A remnant of the Communists attempted to
cut away towards Pantin, but were closely
pursued by the troops who slaughtered them
without mercy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27

NEW Turk, NIHy 70.
COTTON-sales 1882 bales mid. uplands 1917.
FLOUR $500; state 6096 SO; round hoop Ohio
q western y; southern 000dOO0.
WHEAT III 600 bu No. lspring soy new
CO do l. Al 81 tg;wInter red aud amberj western
CORN 10000; mixed western, Go 969 ;old
90.
OATS-state coo; western 66aCs.
POkk-OOO new mess, l550s Is 10 old, 5000
90 60 prime 0OU0l3 00dl3 80
LARD-W9W steam; ga gil kettle.
BUTTER-West'n, q state, l2l26.
WHISkEY 00O0; Western free a9iI,.
RICE-Carolna. 50 99lz.
SUGAR-Porto Rico, Muscovado, 9z
10.
MO ASSES-N. o. a
SP'I S TURPENTINE 81.
ROSiN-265 for strained.
PETROLEUM-crude,l 1874 refined, &c
TALLOW- 9h9.
FREIGHTS TO LIVERPOOL Cotton,
-four S. d, wheat Cd
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
From MASSACHUSETTS.

Springfield, May PC. Micheal Lynch at
tempted to murder his wife at Ilolbroke last
night, by citing her throat, but her injuries
will probably not prove fatal. Lynch was
Immediately arrested and has been held in
SO, 900 for examination on Tuesday
ACCIDENT.
passenger train on the Housatonic Rail-
road, was entirely thrown from the track
near Lcnox last night by broken axle. But
one person, Mr.. Hoyes of Pittsfeld was in
jured, he being badly cut in the head.
Frank Sebello, young Frenchman was
drowned at Pittstield yesterday, by a boat
capsizing while fishing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
NEW YORK, May %.
New York Stock Market.

New YORK. May 26.
Mariposa, ~, do, pfi.,oIs Canton Co. s3,s Cum
berland Co, 80; Western Union Tel. 60, 500
Quicksilver Mining Co Is Pacific Mail, 4694
BostonWater Power, 40, Adams Eek. Co., 81:
Wells Fargo Co., 46 American Merchants I'm.
Sc; U. S. Ex. Co. 56l4 " Y. Central and Hudson;
H've', 994a, do. scrip, W& Erie, 293sio pfd So.
Harlem 1888; doptd ,l34; Recalling, ll6H; Mich
Central, l24ss; Lake Shore and Michigan southern,
1872. illinois Central 1856; Cleveland & Pittsburg
i221 Chicago& North Western 81 y do preferred.
80 Chicago / Rock Island. ll9; Mil. L st Pau
623s, do preferred sl7s Toledo Wabash 4 West
cru 64X; Toledo Wabash Il Western prefer red,
81; Pittsburg Il Fort Wayne,s9l4 ;Terre Iante
291s, do. pid d2 Alton, l20 do. prefd. l2T.
ONO and Miss. 505a Boston, Hartford h Erie -.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
From New Hampshire.

Concord, May 2G. At the annual meeting
of the Manchester 4 Lawrence Railroad, held
in Manchester to-day, the following board OF
directors was chosen: Asa Fowler, OF Con-
cord, E. Shaw, of Manchester, Il. f. Warden,
of Manchester, Geo. b. Chandler, OF Man
chester, w. Stickney, of Exeter, Jos. w.
Smith, of Andover, Mass, and +. Abbott, OF
Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
S. W. Huntington & Co., are having 6,

Corns, Bunions, Ingrowing Nails and their
attendant ills, have been, in years gone by
and will be in years to come, source OF
much discomfort and unhappiness to those
who are annoyed with them. BY persistent
efforts and untiring perseverance, DR.. j..
Briggs gave to suffering humanity his rene
DISQUALIFICATION and Curative. The popular
ity which they have gained, and the entire
satisfaction derived from their use, is well
known and can be attested by all classes who
have suffered with Corns, Bunions, lngrow-
ing Nails, Chilbains, Frosted or Blstered
Feet, IS. Sold by all druggists fly
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
From Tennessee

Memphis, Tenn, May 26. LIB. Cogges-
hal, republican representative to the Missis-
sippi legislature from Tallahatchie county,
was mortally wounded yesterday at Harris
sons landing, in same county in difficulty
with Fred Craig. The affair originated in a
political discussion. Craig has been arrest
ed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
MarrtRD.

In Litch1ed, 18th inst, Edmund Guild of Farm
ingdale to Mrs. Kate Stevens of Litchheld.
In Brunswick, 18th inst John W. Alexander to
Miss Ellen NJ. Philbrook.
In Lewiston, May Goth, Ephm. ). Hamil ton to
Miss Fannie +. Hill
In Rockland, May Sd. VIM. johnson to Miss Is.
Their NJ Berry, both of Rockland. 18th inst, Daniel
Lineo to Miss Julia Peters, both of X.
In Strong. May 18th. Charles F. Gilkey to Miss
Lizzie Hitchcock, both of Strong.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27

the government refusing applications of both
the British and American Consuls for an in
terview with the prisoner. The British Con-
sui declares the arrest is unwarrantable by
any action of the prisoner.
The schooner Ines from Marababo for New
York has been lost. The crew were rescued
and brought to Kingston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
The Weather.

WAR DEPARTMENT,
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF SIGNAL. OFFICER.
WASHINGTON, May 26.-7 80 p. NJ.
PROBABILITIES.
1t is probable that the barometer will con-
tinue low with warm weather on Saturday in
the Mississippi Valley, and south of the
Ohio; cooler and partially cloudy weather is
probable from Wisconsin eastward to the At
lantic.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27

WE LEARN WISDOM FROM EXPERIENCE
When the complexion is pale or saiIow it de-
notes vitiated blood and unhealthy secretions.
BY using FELLOWS CoMPoUND SYRUP OF n.y.
PoPHosPHITEs regularly, and observing the
directions accompanying each bottle, for a
few weeks. the blood becomes pure, the Sc
cretions of the body well disposed, the skin
healthy, the features assume a more youthful
appearance, while buoyant spirits indicate the
return of health NAV 22+&-wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27

His death has come upon US with sudden
ness, for no mention Of his failing health had
been made of late in the English journals. 1t
is probable that his incessant labors in
science, which in recent years have been as
severe as those of his youth, have weighed
him down. and as he had passed three score
and ten, the strain upon the vital energies
proved his diligence too great
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
From Virginia.

Richmond, May 26. The Republicans car
ried the municipal elections in Petersburg,
Stanton and Charlottesville yestesday, and
the Democrats Norfolk, and Alexandria.
Neither party polIed their full strength.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
From Philadelphia.

Philadelphia, Penn, May &c. American
Girl beat Lucy and Mountain Boy in three
straight heats, at Point Breze to- day in race
open to all horses except Lady Thorn and
Goldsmith Maid. Time: 9 :22 l.2; 30 ~;
2 :25 -.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
From CInCIIinati.

Cincinnati, O., May &c. Judge Leving of
the I. S. District Court, to-day ruled that
L. S. Marshals could not refuse the service
of subphrnas because the costs were not Sc
cured.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
From st. Louis.

St. Louis, May 26. Jem Mace arrived here
to day, and Dick Hallwood is expected to-
morrow. Mace will train little and leave
for Kansas City on Wednesday, to be their
by June I'd, the day appointed by the referees
for the fight.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
From Iowa.

Sioux City, A party of wood choppers, and
band of Yankton Indians, lately had des-
perate tight near Shells Mount, on the Mis-
souri, river, in which one white man. and
elhven Indians were killed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27

The exciting Military Drama Of the Drum
Der Boy, or the Spy of the Shenandoah has
zen brought out in fine style in Gardiner, by
/ cath Post of the G. A. r. Full Of startling
affecting scenes and beautiful tab
|aux, the play gains attention Immediately on
be rising of the curtain in the first act, and
olds it to the closing scene Of strewing
overs upon the graves of soldiers in the
nal scene. The scenery with which the play
illustrated, and upon which it greatly de-
ends, is superior to anything that has recent
! been put upon the stage in these parts.
Ne are not surprised that this thrilling and
Futhful piece, with its appointments, should
raw large audiences everywhere. We I'M
erstand that it will be presented here some
me in July.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27

The grist and whiting mill of Page & Stick
hch was damaged by the freshet of last
larch, has been repaired and is now in oper-
ion.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
From JamaCIa.

Kingston, ia, May &c. A wealthy Eng
lishman, a brother of the American Consul at
Maracailo, has been arrested and thrown into
prison and it is believed that he will be shot,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27

The little camp-meeting station building at
resden was burnt few nights since. 1t is
opposed that it was set on fire by sparks from
passing train.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27

4 Coop CUISINE is indispensable to the CON
fort OF all travellers. That of the AMERI'
CAN HOUSE, BOSTON, is irrerroachable
while the other conveniences of the house in
clude all that is modern and desirable.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
DifD.

In Hocklapd, 22d inst, Arthur G. L0veoy, aged
% years. 23d inst, Celeste +. SNOW, aged ~ years
months and % DAYS.
In Brunswick, 18th inst, Mrs. Nementhis L.. wife
of Mr.. Daniel A. Booker, aged IS years 2lst int
Emma j, Scott aged 20 years month";. 18Th inst
Emery Morse, aged 50 years months
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27

We are to have two circuses here on the
It'll of June-that run by the democracy, and
lie one under the superintendent Of Stone
Murray. The latter is to give free bal
on ascension on the day of the performance,
lille the former party will Ego up in bal
on" in, September.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
local anD State Mems.

Weather-wise people are all predicting a
outh.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27

prof. w. NJ. Barbour, of the Bangor Sem
|ary, will preach at the Congregationai church
Gardiner tomorrow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27

There have been several cases of diptheria
Winthrop, of most malignant form
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27

Passed Assistant Paymaster, George Brown
of Maine, has been ordered to duty at the
Washington Navy Yard.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
From Indiana.

Evansville, May 81. Ben Sawyer, (col-
ored), was hung to-day for the murder of his
wife.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27

PARKS HOUSE, 1877 WASHINGTON ST, Bos-
ToN-It is the intention of the proprietor,
Mr.. Boynton. to make the Parks House one
of the most economical and popular dining
and lodging houses in the city. The prices
established here are very reasonable.
S. W. Huntington & Co, are having great
success in giving good fits in their clothing
this season. Those who are prejudiced
against clothing not made to measure will
change their opinion after examining the fine
stock kept at their one price store, 1870 Water
Street Augusta, and No. !, Fosters Block
Gardiner may27t3t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
Cincinnati Produce Markc

CINCINNArI, May 20.
MESS PORK-l6.50
LARD-.l0
BULK MEATS--sidcs9
BACON--shoulder, 50 clear rib 81 sides, %
WIISKEY-Ss
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
Billiards.

DEAR SIR: do hereby challenge Henry
F. Shell. (Champion,) to play me a game OF
billiards for the Championship of this State.
golden cue. and the usual money stake, ac-
cording to the rules governing contests for
the game Enclosed please find forfeit money,
$50. Yours,
CHARLES T.. SMITH.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27

There was goodly gathering on Nednes-
Ay last at the rooms of the Y. NJ. c. Associa-
bn, of persons interested in providing cloth
|g for poor children who desire to attend the
Iission school held at the rooms. Some of
|Ly traders made quite liberal contributions.
he school now numbers between forty and
fly scholars.
Decoration Day occurs next Tuesday,
nd steps have been taken by the posts ofthe
rand Army of the Republic in the State to
AXE the exercises connected with the dec
tation of an interesting character. We have
b post in this city, but it has been intimated
lat the matter be put in the hands of the
|apital Guards. 1t has not been announced.
pwever, that any definite plans have been
|atured for the performance of the interest
be- duty of decorating the graves of soldiers
the cemeteries in this city. The omission
i this sacred duty and privilege will be a
latter OF deep regret. Proper notice should
/ given so that flowers and wreaths may be
rovided.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-27
FINANCIAL e. COMMERCIAL.
New York Money Market.

Gold closed lll% O