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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22
THE ALABAMA BUSINESS

1t Is announced by telegraph that the
answer of Secretary Fish to the note Of
Lord Granville upon the Alabama claims
question has been received by the British
government. Mr.. Gladstone informed the
House of Commons that he was .rratitied
TO be able to state that II was couched in
courteous and friendly terms He further
stated that the views of his government
were not adopted by Secretary Fish. and
that an answer seems to be required and
invited which would be delivered to Min.
lister Schenck this week.
Being called upon to lay the correspond
ence before Parliament, Mr.. Gladstone de-
clined to do so. He assured Parliament,
however, that while Lis communication
VIII show that the British government is
anxious to carry out the treaty ii will deal
with the case in such manner as the honor
of the country demands. Earl Granville
spoke to the same tenor in the House of
Lords.
Precisely what Mr.. Gladstone means Inv
his remarks we may not be able 10 tell
His language is studied and diplomatic.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22

Charles Dudley Warner contributes number
TOUR OF Backlog Studies, which is not lacking
the peculiar humor and grace Of other pro
auctions of the author. Mrs Oliphant con-
tinues her serial. At His Gates. For variety
we suppose, there is an article upon The One
Human Race, which is decidedly theological,
and not in favor Of Il. theory that men sprang
from monkeys.
The iiarpers publish in cheap paper covers,
1.-The Lovcls of Arden" one of Miss ". l..
Braddons novels. Like other works OF the
authoress this is fascinating volume. Price
- cts. Horace North has it.
We have received from the iIarpers Poor
Miss Finch" by Wilkie Collins. This is an
exciting novel, fall of strange and startling
things. Readers OF fiction will not grow
weary of it. In paper and cloth covers.
Horace North has it.
\ new volume. which is destined to be pc
ruscd by many readers is issued by the
llarpers, entitled around the World,
Sketches OF Travel through Many Lands and
over Many Seas" The author is +. ID. q.
Prince, y. D. 1t is description of journey
which he made around the world, starting
from New y ork in December lSG9, and occu
pying about year. The travelling time for
such tour is now reduced to seyenty-fye
days. What would Captain Cook say to that?
The description of the East Indies, China
and Japan, occupies considerable part of
the book, but not more than will be found in
teresting and profitable. 1t is finely writ
ten book, to which We invite the attention OF
readers who desire to obtain great deal Of
our world in a small space. Horace North
has it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22
MR. NYE AT PHILADELPHL4.

We find the following remarks by Mr.. Nye,
our representative at the Centennial gather
ing at Philadelphia, reported in the papers of
that city. California representative preceded
Mr.. Nye, and the President introduced the
latter as representing the Northeast. Mr..
Nye said
d live, it is true, in the most northeastern
state OF our Union, and perhaps most of you
know that by next October we shall be con-
nected from Halifax to San Francisco by rail.
road We are already open to st. John. and
Tue other part OF the road is nearly finished.
so took great pleasure in taking my friend
from Cailiornia by the hand and we could in
a lew months go from Halifax 10 San Fran
cisco without change of cars.
l have visited Philadelphia frequently. but
l was never more rejsiced than | have been
to-day, in riding mile after mile around the
grounds OF this great, and as has been said,
unequaled Park. believe every gentleman
upon this commission must have decided in
his own mind, after having the different local
tiles pointed out, just where their building
must be erected in order to accommodate the
the people of this country and the world, in
the great exhibition that is to take place
{ Applause)
rejoice in passing around your Park, to
see such large quantities of water as must be
IN your great reservoirs, and | thank God
That when we come down from the State of
Name we will find plentiful supply of our
laVorite beverage, Daughter and APPLAUSE
,nat beverage which was given to us by God
hlmseh to nourish and iuvigorate His crea
lures. You not only have water enough 10
supply your own city, but the people of the
whole country and the world who NAV come
here to witness the great exhibition.
promise everything that can be done bv
citizens OF Maine to make this exhibition n
success shall be dope. We are awake. Our
Governor said he would appoint two dele
gstes-ene republican and one democrat, for
the purpose OF uniting the people of the entire
o'ate IN the great enterprise. My Alternate
was the democratic candidate for Governor
last year and will be next You will find
when he comes to meet with YOU that his
heart. like mine, is in the great enterprise
The New Hampshire House of Represep-
Iatives will contain 2l0 republicans, IA dem
'crats, labor reformers, 2 independents and
temperance candidate, thus insuring the
epublicans clear majority of Sc over all
'thers, which is much larger than any one
ioped for.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22
$4,000 Challenge 1!

We defy the world to produce remedy equal to
DIR. klMBALL'S COUGH RALSAM! No
Cure, no Pay Trial Bottles Free Sold by all
iirst-class Druggists.
Testimonial from a. Burbank, fifteen years Trustee
of the Maine Insane Asylum.
Lewiston Oct. LIST, 1871.
DIR. hlMBALL:-l have examined the formula for
the making Of your Botanic Cough Balsam and can
confidently recommend it in all cases of Colds,
Cough, Group, Influenza, Hoarseness, Asthma, In
iamation of the Throat and all diseases of the
Chest and Lungs. have recently used it in
number ofcases Of Whooping Cough with marked
success, and take pleasure in recommending it as
a safe sure and reliable remedy. No family should
be without your Cough Balsam.
A. BURBANK, NJ. ID.
Wholesale Agents, Geo. G. Goodwin Il Co., Bos-
ton, w. f. Phillips x Co., Portland l.. II. Titcomb
Augusta. janl3-t eod3m&w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22

The weather is topic of very frequent
discussion nowadays. Winter has shown
no sign of relenting. His grasp has been
more pitiless and frosty during March than
February. Old Prohibitions is puzzled,
The less noted Probabilities are consider
ing whether the extraordinary cold is due
to change in the gulf stream, or TO the
freezing of all the vanes and weathercocks
SO as to point north and keep the wind
blowing from that quarter. and the dan
ger of big freshets when Il thaw comes,
which it is dcvoutly hoped may not be put
off until next year
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22

1t is reported that Judge Davis desires
that the Cincinnati platform shall be silent
on the subject Of free trade Or protection,
so that it may be acceptable to the friends
of either principle. What would he have
it do on the subject of an illmitable issue
of greenbacks and taxation of government
bonds, two of the prominent planks in the
platform of his party Something more
than silence will be necessary on questions
like these, upon which the labor reform
candidate is committed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22
New Books
Use 1scnne'S I'ain-EAillin.
MAGIC OIL.
~ Works Like n Cbn,,,j

III WoTkS Lake ChaY7n."
rave you Catarrh? Renne's Magic OIL cures |
Have Have you Neuralgia? Kenne'5 Magic Oil cures
For swelling of the JOINTS of the fingers. or main in
any OF the joints, its free use is a sure cure.
IL cures Headache Toothache, Colds in the Head
or on the Lungs, Cramps, Collie Pains, Lame Back,
Sprains, takes cut Frost or Fire cures Commissions
anu brulses, Corns, Boils and Felons, if used in
proper season. Ladies will find the use of Renne's
they need. Call and buy it where Won usually
trade. Renne's Magic OH and water makes he
best eye water you ever tried.
WIN. RENNE x SONS Projectors.
decl3-eowly pit,sfaid Mas
Grocers supplied at wholesale by Marshall Whit
heu, augusta and at retail by Frank Kinsman l..
Il. Titc0mb Z; h Partridge, NJ. Withheld, Fuller 4
Son, johnson Brothers. ~ ~
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22

The house in which John Brown was born
is still standing in Torrington, Connecticut,
on a hilltop-a brown, wooden farmhouse,
now tenanted by a colored family, and even
the bedroom on the ground floor in which he
was born is shown to visitors, and has half its
door cut off and carried away for relics of
the martyr. The homestead is ''about mile
northwest of the meeting house" and may be
reached from Wolcottyille, on the Naugatuck
railroad. by a drive across the hills
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22

The Philadelphia Press gives in an elab-
crate article an account of the ice bust
ness in which that city is concerned The
knickerbocker Company has three houses
on the kennebec containing $1,000 tons.
The Press says the The Kenuebec ice is of a
quality to which all in the world is second. :
The prices for the coming season are not
yet fixed, but will probably be about the
same as last years prices. 1t is needless
to add that the ice harvest is abundant, and
according to present appearances will con-
tinue till about midsummer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22
1000
'COM MUN.STS SUITS
HAVE BEEN RECEIVED
1000

At coax Hall and are now ready for the public
Those who LETT ORDERS viii find their packages
ready for delivery at the desk.
This is the second thousand these famous suits
which we have offered at $500 EACH, and the
demand for them is increasing. To those from a
distance who send order. for single suits we would
say that we prefer to receive money order" by
mani rather tina to have the money sent by express
for.wh icA there is usually charge. All orders
will be promptly filed in the order they are rcceiv-
ed, so that to secure assotmcnt- of >ze- carly a.
plcation viii be necessary,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22

The Boston Globe tells story of man in
that city who early last week was boasting of
his intention to change his residence and
cheat the city out of his water rent. Last
Wednesday morning he awoke only to find
the water shut off from his dwelling. Re-
determination, he went to the office and paid
his bill, after which he humbly requested that
the water might be again let on. TO his sur
prise he was informed that Jack Frost had
shut Off the water, and he returned home, it
is hoped, more honest man.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22
The election in Itah on The nuestion of .

The election in Utah on the question of ac-
cepting the proposed constitution for State
government took place on Monday. The
constitution was adopted unanimously, by the
Mormon vote, the Gen.ilcs making no oppo-
sition. Fuller, the Mormon candidate for
Congress, was elected
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22
Winter Arrangement commencing
November 18th.


On and allcc Nov. 18th, Passenger Trains viii
leave Augusta, for Portland aud Boston, at 80,
Il A5 A. NJ, lol5 i. NJ; Tor Bath, Lewiston and
Portland, 90, las a. H., 300 p. NJ; for Bangor
400 \. NJ, and 400 +. NJ. for Bangor. Dexter, Bel
fast and Skowhegan, 100 L. NJ; for lIalloweil and
Gardiner, 80 900 II - \. ~, u, 8 % 80 F. NJ
The 50 and ll.4j Trains connect at Bath for
Roekland.
The 545 \. NJ. Train connects with the Grand
Trunk Railway at Yarmouth for South PARIS.
The ll.45 A. NJ. Train connects at Portland with
the Portland Il Ogensburs RAILROAD lur Baldwin,
Fryeburg and Conway.
The 400 \. VI, Train connects at Bangor with the
+. y. A.. Halfway for H0ultou, Frederic htou,
Calais and st. John arriving in 81, John ut =. VI
Freight Trains leave Augusta for Portland and
Heston at $50 y. NJ; for skowh, gan and Bangor at
l2.l5 p. NJ.
Trains arrve-From Boston at 400 4. NJ. 1 90
and 5 Is p. NJ; from Bath, Lewiston and Portland
ut 1000 a. NJ, 100 and Sld +. VI from Skowhe
gan, Belfast, Dexter and Bangor at Ii - 4. NJ an
l0l1 =. NJ; from Gardiner and uaoWcll al 100,
SO and 1000 4. NJ 80. 90, . 90 and II T.. VI.
Freight Trains aryive-from Boston, Portland,
Bath and Lewiston at 1000 \. NJ, and 1900 NJ
from Bangor Dexter, Belfast and ~howhegan at
900 y. NJ.
JAS. ", lint. Cent SUIT
Nov. 10, 1871. l.. l.. LINCOLN. Asst. Sult. .
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22

One yea. last Monday the flag of the
Commune was unfurled in Paris The ex-
ecution Of remnant of its leaders with
in few days is the principal sign that it
once existed. It's acts, however, have
been the subject of much and varied COM
ment, and will form an important part of
the history Of the recent conflict in France
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22

A heart-brokcn Democratic journal of the
Far West looks on Mr.. Groesbeck as scan
dalously fallen from democratic grace. ole
Is, says the disconsolate echo of the Lost
Cause, 'all out and out black republican
in politics, and neither in opinion, nor in con-
duct, nor in habits of life, has any sympathy
or utilization with the democracy"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22
THE VALUE OF LAND GRANTS.

The average price at which twenty six land grant
railroads have thus far sold their lands is "a per
acre-the highest average ofany grantbeing sl3 So
and the lowest $3.o7. With few exceptions. the
average selling price has increased forom year to-
year. The lands of the Northern Pacific Road are
admitted by all who have seen them to be better
ana more saeable than those ofmost other grants
but, sold at the general average of 500 per acre
they Will yield more than SG coo per mile of road
more than three times the possible cost of con.
sructlon and equipment; or at the lowest average
OF any grant 800, they will produce mere than
$4,000 perme, which is so 90 per mile more than
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22

The disposition of the democracy to look
upon their defeat in New Hampshire as "a
blessing in disguise" reminds contemporary
of the remark of North Carolina tar heel,
suggested by the similar claim of the John
ny Rebs" over the loss of Savannah, Charles
ton, Wilmington, &c, viz. AFTER all these
blessings in disguise, for my part should
Ike to have one without disguise, just for a
change"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22

As olhclaily reported, the gross earnings of the
present Pacific railroad Union and CentraD for
ISL, the second year of through business (Deeem-
Der earnings estimated), reach Seventeen Million,
and Quarter. OF this 60 per cent. is from Local
Business and it is stated, fully 81 per cent. or
nearly Nine and a Hall Millions are net over oper
ating expenses.
An equal traffic on the Northern Pacific Road
Will pay dividend Of more than 81 per cent on its
total cost. With its great and unquestioned adj
vantasc5 in distance grades climate, and trbutar
fertile country, the Northern Pacific is assured of n
vast and profitable business from the outset, with
a large increase for the future.
These facts regarding Pacific Railroad earning
and the market value of Railroad Lands as shown
by actual sales to settlers, show the unquestioned
security of Nol thorn Pacilc Railrnad Rnnhs
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22
Special Notifies.
BANK OF DEPOSIT,
L. A. Elawley Il Co.,
BANKERS,

No. 1, DcvOnshire. cor. State ST., Boston.
Four per cent. interest allowed ON deposit
accounts, subject to check, drawn rs on any Gay
Bank.
Out-oi-town depositors i'll have thcirrcmi.t&nccs
and collections promptly aclnoW lodged.
We do Il General Banking and Commission Bust
ness, negotiate Bonds, Stocks, Notes and other Sc.
cutlties, make collections throughout Emitted states
and Europe. As
DEALERS IN SECURITIES
we invite inquiries RELAXING to Investments and
give below the prices Of few OF the most desirable
bonds.
Burlington, Cedar Rapids aud Miuncsota7, -
indianapolis, bloomington and Western - 90
Logansport Crawford,ye and :. W IA -
Chesapeake and Ohio is SIS
connecticut Valley IS -
New York Il Oswego - rs
L. :. Bonds and other marketable Securities III.
lowed fun price in exchange. spmarlS. +rud I'm
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Jannary.
These Bonds have sold, during the past
year, to an extent unequalled by those of any
other Corporation, and they have now taken
their place among the solid and favorite Sc
curities of the country.
This l. because the Bends are based upon the
ampiest security, being FIRST AND ONLY
'!IGAGE upon the railroad, franchises, AMI
AL the lands and property, and rights of property,
real and personal, now in posses sion by the North
ern Pacific Railroad Company, or which the said
company may hereafter acquireo The Land
Grant OF the Northern Pacific Railroad will average
over 900 acres to each mile of road This land
Is capable ofproducing in abundance all the Fruits
Vegetables and cereals of the Eastern or Middle
STATES
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22

The Washington correspondent of the Gin
cnnati Times gives sketch of an interview
with Senator Summer, in which the latter is
represented as saying "Of one thing you
my be sure, shall never play into the hands
of the democratic party, or support any tick
ct, which directly or indirectly restores them
to power again l have the good of my coun-
try and republican principles at heart, and
shall battle for them in the future as have
done in the past; and entertaining such sem
timents, cannot aid in any movement which
fosters an attempt to place in power again
the democratic party" With reference to
his own course more particularly, he said :
81 must await the action Of the Convention
at Philadelphia, and then act as my con-
science dictates
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22

WE WOULD RECOMMEND THE
NORTHERN PACIFIC SEVEN-THIRTY
GOLD BOND As ONE OF THE BEST Am
SAFEST SECURITIES NOW OFFERE II
TO THE PUBLIC.
In this security are combiaed the high credit of
first class Railroad Bond, with the solidity and
safety of a Real Estate Mortgage on Land worth
more than vice the amount loaned
These Bonds are payable in l900-bear $40 per
cent. interest in Gold payable first of July and
January-are free of U. S. Tax-are receivable at
1oper cent premium for the Company's lands at
the Lowest Cash Price, and are issued in the fol-
lowing denominations: Coupon bonds, 800. $500
and $1,000; Registered bonds, 500, $500. $1,000
5000 and So 600.
The proceeds OF all sales of Land are reauired to
be devoted by the Trustees of the bondholders
(Messrs. Jay Cooke and j. Edgar Thompson) as n
Sinking Fund to the purchase and cancellation of
the first mortgage bonds.
Exchanging 52-Os. In view of the ability
and liked policy of the Government to call in its
o2os anu substitute lownterest bond-Sl40OO0.
900 having been called in for cancellation since.
September lst-many holders of 5-20s are exchaug..
ing them Tor Northern Paciics, thus adding to
their principal the present premium on Government
Bonds, and increasing their yearly interest income
nearly one.third.
All marketable stocks and bonds will be received
at current prices in exchange for Northern Pa
cine SevenThrties without expense to the investor
For further particulars concerning this Bond. or
purchase of the same apply to the undersigned.
B. E. Potter & Bro.
leo2ffeou%wlm AUGUSTA, ME-.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22
CONSTRUCTION OF THE ROAD.

The road is completed to the eastern boundary
OF Dakota the Red River of the North, distance
of21o miles. On the Pacific coast, Is miles are I'm.
der construction the greater part of which is COM
pleted,-including purchased lines, the Northern
Pacific Company now have nearly Goo miles of run
ming road. Contracts are let for the construction
of GSj miles more, to be finished before the close
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22

k'OR NLE. Some fine residences Good lots.
i aad farm lan,l, in this city and vicinity
t., W. WIIITEIOCSE,
Att'y at Law.
Freeman Bank Building, Augusta Me
Feb, H. iS,2 teb2}.tff
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22
,For sale OF to Zet.
For Sale at a Bargain.

4 FINE Cabinet Organ; been in use only six |
"A months. VIII be sold cheap if applied for |
soon. Apply at this Office. ddc3O-tr
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-03-22
TencIllentS TO Let.

l PPlN to Thos. 5. Bartlett at house or store and
/ at Collier X lIamilton's.
Augusta, Jan. II, ls72. ian1S-ttt
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The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1872-03-18

OIL CITY BsATfN.-W Wednesday nigh,
two men from Oil City were walking up
Water street at . rapid gait wbea they
'ehanced to pass by the animated Cardiff
giant Of the police force. Turning to bis
companion, who, by the way, pierces the
atmosphere fos something like six feet, one
of them said.
"Sse here, Bob, here's Q curiosity; this
fellow can beat you for height"
The long man turned about, regarded the
lengthy officer With some scrutiny and then,
dipping bis hneev 10 bis vest pocket, drew
forth . ''saw. buck" and said:
"Pll 70 ny pile that hs dea't."
The sxiles OF Bobdigusg backed up to each
other and the earth was rent for joy, and
the stern turned 70 bloody red and cessed
10 twinkle when they saw that Cleveland
was 40 inch nearer to them than Oil City.
-(Cle veland Herald.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1872-03-18
Gold at l p. %. llOL
Mass Meedhg ut Parker'S

There will be macs meeting Of the oil
men. ct Packers Landing, on NEXT WE'D.
NESDAY, AT ONE O'CLOCK. By ref.
srences to the proeeedings Of the meeting
nsid at OIL City, on Saturday last, Il will be
seen that the enemy 10 at work 10 that local.
iy, and every producer 10 the oil region
shsuld be found ct tee meeting called on
"wednesday asxt, aud aid in taking ths
proper steps to thwart the designs Of the
lurking enemy In our midst. General A.
Is. McCalmont and Hon. G. W. GiaHlsp. of
Franklin, will be present and address , the
meeting. The train leaving TitusvilIs 1t
7:35 9. N. Petroleum Centre at s:2O .. n.
arrives 10 OH City In time to connect wis
The Valley train, and the latter arrives at
Psrkel's n good season for the me4ting,
aud all who desire can return from Parker's
the raos evening. The Producers call up.
ON the entire business community of the oil
region to b present. by ordor of,be
E xEcUTIvE CoNXIr7Ez.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1872-03-18

VrTALIzE THE HAIR.-Why does the hair
become harsh and dry-wby does It fall GU,
why does It become gray? Simply be-
cause the life has gone out OF 1t. The ibsrs
draw sustensncs from the scalp a. the graa.
draws silmsnt from the soil. and whom the
supply Of nutriment is cut eff 10 eithe, case
the product wirhers eand dies. At the
first symptom OF decay, therefore, the uuted
or half.ied roots of the hair should be re-
freshsd aad reinforced with Lyon' =
KAthairon. the only preparation which will
nou1ish the hlaments and keep them in q
v'gorous condition after they have begun to
suffer from q deficiency Of their natural
stimnlent. A. long ss the Kathairon is
faithfully used. with proper degree of fric-
tion, morning and evening, 40 long will it
be impossible for the hair to whiteu or fall
out from the scalp.