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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

Thomas Lambard, Col Darius Alden,
wv. T. johnson, L. w. Lithgow, Esq,
I. B. Lapham and Thos. Little, Esq,
bong the first to subscribe for the aid Of
|elfast sufferers. An unknown friend
$40 in an envelope to the First National
for the same purpose. Coils. Lambard
den give 500 each, Mr.. Lithgow $50.
fiption papers are open at each of the
(al banks, and all who prefer to aid
Ftitute by pecuniary contributions, can
1t is to be hoped the amount will be
from Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

Frank Stafford, of Scion, in this State, an
inmate Of the Insane Hospital committed SUI
icide at the Hospital yesterday morning. lie
was never suspected of having suicidal ten
denotes, though he has had the reputation of
being treacherous, and about two years ago
made an assault upon patient by the name
of Iloughton, which resulted fatally. He was
visited by the Waterman at about three
O'Clock and found to be all right, and at five
was discovered by the attendant sitting on the
floor, dead, with sheet tied around his neck,
one end of which was fastened to the window
sash of his room, having in this manner
strangled himself. He was about &c years Of
age, and has been an inmate CT the Hospital
about 2 years. He was private in the 8th Me-
Regiment, and his insanity, which made him
dangerous at all times, was caused by service
in the army.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
FOREIGN.

Madrid, 30, The Cartagena Insurgents
here liberated all the Carlst prisoners in that
city. The Carlsts in turn liberated all the
Communist prisoners who happened to fall
into their hands. Many Of the Communists
implicated in the recent excuses are fleeing
to the Carlst lines and enlsting.
London, 20. Late adYices from the Fejee
Islands are to the effect that rebellion has
broken out and the rebels murdered num-
Der of whites.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

|oung daughter of Mr.. Brainbridge
while standing in the door of a neigh
|ouse on the 25th inst. was stung by an
BIT the end of one of the fingers, which
thought would have proved fatal had it
n for the timely aid of a physician. DR..
Roberts. This was remarkable &C.
te to those outside Of the medical pro-
! perhaps. Immediately after the sting
he insect the arm and upper part of
y began to swell at an alarming rate,
such an extent, that when the ply
arrived the little girl could hardly
She is doing well now. Small cases
mes produce great effects.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
Recaptured.

New York, 20. 1t is stated that Young, the
forger, who escaped from the officers short
time ago was recently found at Arcola, ILL.,,
as he was about leaving to flee the country.
He fred at his captors but was wounded and
taken to Chicago yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

K steamer Clarion that runs this side of
liner in connection with the Star of the
for Boston, has changed its time of leav-
fis city from 2:l5 p. NJ, to precisely
lock. Though by this change It starts
b minutes earlier than heretofore, pas
|rs by rail from above Augusta still have
of time to leave the cars here at II 80,
7 wish, and take the boat to Boston. The
y boat is only 50.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
NAVAL.

Washington, 20. Commander Weave. has
been detached from the Washington Navy
Yard, and ordered to duty in charge of the
Nitre Department. at Maiden, Mass, and
Commander Joseph Tyffe from duty at the
Nitre Department at Maiden, and placed on
waiting
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
Fatal Accident.

Providence, X. l., 20. An unknown man,
apparently tramp, was killed on the Wor-
cester road, near the city line this afternoon.
paper found on him indicates that he re-
ceived town aid at Methuen, and that proba-
bly, his name was ID. A. McQuade.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
Censure.

DR.. Bancker was to day cen sured by the
Coroner's jury for not promptly giving the
facts of the death of his wife, and Dr. Quick
authorities the cause of her death.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
NEWS BY TELEGRAPH
Daily Xennebse Sunrnal.
AFTERNOON TELEGRAMs.
From New York.
STRIKE.

STRIKE.
New York, 20. The laborers employed in
rebuilding the Standard oil works, number
ing 70, struck yesterday, because non-society
men were employed in the work.
FENIAN CONVENTION.
In the Fenian brotherhood Convention yes
terday, the resignation of Colonel Mahony,
Chief Secretary, was presented. A statement
was presented which showed that the revolu-
ton in Ireland does not consider its work by
any means accomplished.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

|m. II. Spofford, John Hogan and Peter
|onald, for drunkenness, were each fined
p, $500 and $500 respectively; failing
Fome to time,' they were furnished lodg-
on the hill. Out Of respec. fo- the name,
ka Disraell, was sentenced to ten days
! house of correction, for lascivious con-
be it understood the offender was Proyin-
not yankee. II.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

WILD CHERRY BALsAM.-The meruory of
DIR. Wistar is embalmed in the hearts of thou
sands whom his Balsam of Wild Cherry has
cured Of coughs, colds, consumption, or some
other form of pulmonary disease. 1t is now
over forty years since this preparation was
brought before the public, and yet the demand
for it is constantly increasing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
FROM HALIFAX.

Halifax, 20. Mail and telegraph details of
the storm of Sunday night are constantly re-
ceived. The destruction of life and property
on land and sea is frightful and far exceeds
the estimate given.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
TELEGRAMS IN GENERAL.

Albany, N. Y, 20. The State Temperance
Committee will shortly issue call for a State
Convention to be held in October.
The Commission to award 100000 for
steam propulsion on Canal, will meet at
Syracuse, October IA, when the competitors
will appear with boats loaded with 200 tons
for a first trial.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
FROM BOSTON.

Boston, 20. At a meeting Of the republi-
cans in various wards this evening there were
sixty Butler delegates to twenty-six anti
Butler elected TO the State convention. Lynn
sends entirely Butler delegates, and other
towns in the vicinity send Butler men.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

The Amateur Base Ball Club play this af-
moon in this city, with the Kennebec Base
III Club of Hallowell. We understand the
hateurs will play in Gardiner with the Ion
on Saturday next.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
Nj ARINE NEWS.

Boston, 90. Arrived brig Louise from st.
John.
Boston, 90. Arrived steamers Aries, from
Philadelphia, Glaucus, from New York, and
brig Whitaker, from Elizabethport.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
Verdict.

Baltimore, Nd, 90. The Coroners jury at
Hagerstown, found Susan Hays and John Me-
Cauley guilty of abortion on louisa Ross,
who died on Monday. There is considerable
excitement
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

|Ihe river is getting low. Curiously enough
powerful northeast wind of Sunday, the
p, so modified the flow of the ocean tide
dward that at this city the river at low tide
} foot and half lower than usual on
|nday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
FROM NEW YORh.

New York, 30. 1t is stated that Euricl
Lorrensteirn, now under arrest in Canada,
duplicates Westons wife in the recent murder
of Weston, near Albany, but the police ex-
onerates her most emphatically.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
Marrien.

In this city, ssth inst by Z. W .Whitehouse. Esq,
Robert A. Cony to Ida +. Pratt, both of this city.
In Bath With inst, Myrick Waites of Boston, to
Miss Evelin A. Traverse of Bath.
In Phipsbu re, 2sth INST, Capt. VIM ii. Chase OF
to Miss Louise NJ Lee of Phpsburg.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
DieD.

In Oldtown, 27th inst, Joseph w. Pollard, aged
80 years.
In Wiscasset 26th inst, DIR. Daniel X. Kennedy.
aged Is years
In Bath, 2sth inst, Andrew MoCullan. aged 81
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
BATH.

Bath, Me-, 20. The accounts of the treas
urer Of the Knox & Lincoln railroad, for the
month of July, show gain of fifty per cent.
over the business of July of last year. This
is in part accounted for by the increase of
travel to Mount Desert and the other beauti-
full seaside resorts of Penobscot bay.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
FIRE RECORD.

Titusville, Pa, 20. The Monitor house,
Moore's carriage shop, and Eddy's carriage
factory and stable at Jamestown, N. Y, were
burned to-day. Loss 100000.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
WEATHER.


WAR DEPARTMENT,
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER. }
Washington, Aug. 29.-7:30 T. M.
For New England, the northern portion OF
the Middle States and the Lower Lake region,
less pressure. slightly rising temperature,
light southeasterly to southwesterly winds
and partly cloudy weather.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

A collision occurred on the Boston G Maine
pad on Thursday, near Kennebunk, between
gravel and passenger train; five cars were
mashed and one person injured seriously.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
Cincinnati Produce Market.
Cincinnati: August 20.

PROVlSIONS-Firm.
PORK-l6 0Ual6 i2H.
LARD-steam z.d-; kettle Sd
BULK MEATS-shoulders sd, clear rib side
81 81; clear sides % q.
Observation-Disclosures 9'i O.; clear rib sides l0i. q
-: clear sides 9te g..
WIIISKEY-I00
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

ar readers cannot overlook the curiously
resting advertisement of Wheeler Bros,
liner, in this paper. The boys and girls,
= children Of larger growth have been
wing it for several days. The firm is the
on the river for assortments, good bar
}, and square dealings.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

pr. Gilman Of Portland, one Of the Trus-
J Of the Insane Hospital, lost his pocket
* yesterday, on the train, containing
|hey and valuable papers. 1t was picked
by an honest gentleman, who handed it to
ge Williams of this city, who returned it
pr. Gilman.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

The caucus for the nomination ofrepresen-
tatives to the legislature will be held on
Friday evening of next week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

preliminary trial oft the capabilities of the
kusta Water Co.'S hydrant near the rail-
bridge, for supplying and projecting
Pr, was made last evening, with the most
FACTORY results. A second trial will be
|e this evening in. the presence of the
hbers of the city council.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
RESPITE from Hanging.

Savannah, Geo., 90. Mitchell Cogswell the
negro sentenced to be hanged to-day was res
pited five days by the Governor, as it is al
legged he is insane.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

The Bowdoinham Baptist Society-ive
hundred strong,-will make an excursion on
he Yosemite to Augusta, Sept. 18th.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

The $50 p. m. train TIL ursday wa. delayed
consequence of the mail and express
IF taking fire just after the train had left
owdoinham; the car was unloaded of its
Pntents a large place was burned in its roof.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
Collision.

New York, 20. The iron propeller Game
Cock, collided with the ferry boat Ramsey,
day in North river, creating a panic among
the crowd of passengers, but all we're landed
safely, The Ramsey was considerably in
iured.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

We hope the republican town committees
roughout the county will be prompt in
curing properly printed ballots for election
|y, September Sth call at or send to the
ennebec journal office for them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
zocal anu State Menus.

Prematurely harvested apples are plenty
just now.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
Postal Matter.

Washington, 90. The manufacturers of
postal cards are to be notified that they must
furnish better cards and better printing, or
their contract will be broken.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

The train due here at p. III. was two
hours late yesterday, in consequence of a
rain getting off the track and obstructing it,
|omewherc in Massachusetts.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

The subscriptions of citizens of Bangor in
aid of the Belfast sufferers amounted to about
$4,000 yesterday morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
LEWISTON.
RACE.

MACE.
Lewiston, Me-, 90 On the Lewiston Driv-
ing Park to-day, there were two races zone
for 2.45 horses, and one for 2.32. The former
was won by Frank; the best time being 2.39,
and the latter by Buffalo Bill.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

-EO' NOW IN IlOspItaT, OF, OF WHOM 10 are
males and 1876 are females.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
Arrested.

New York, %. George Nhsh of Halifax,
N. s., is under arrest forSswindling dry
goods firm here, under false pretences.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
United States Skies (coupons), 1881,
New York Stock Market.

NEW YoKK. August 90.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
Sudden Death.

Providence, r. L., 20. Mrs. Mary E. Carr
dropped dead in the street this afternoon, of
apoplexy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
Obituary..

Rolan Cutler, formerly Boston merchant,
died at Orange, New Jersey, Yesterday, aged
&c years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
SWINDLE.

A man named Hess, protesting to be agent
of the Vienna lady orchestra, advertised a
concert for tonight succeeded in disposing of
four hundred dollars worth of tickets, swim.
died hotel, newspapers, job printers, &C., and
suddenly disappeared.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
In General.
SHOT.

Little Rock, 29. Hon. Elisha Means, Judge
of the tenth Judicial Circuit Court, who re-
sided at Clarksville, johnson county, while
going home to dinner "Wednesday, was shot
and MORALLY wounded by some unknown per-
son
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

The undersigned having leased the new store I'M
opened the same with a new and varied stock OF
Furniture directly from the leading Manufacturing
Establishments in New England consisting in part
Of
Walnut, Ash, and Painted Chamber Sets
kinds and description. Whatnots, Side
boards, Mirrors, Bureaus, Lounges,
Sofas, Cradles, Cribs, Hall Stands
tage Bedsteads, Sofa and Lounge Beds
Brackets and Fancy Articles. Music Stools,
Toilet Screens, Table Mats, Floor Mats,
Feather busters (all sizes) Willow and Cane
Goods in great variety. Pictures,
And everything generally found IN Retail Furniture
Establishments and hope, by fair dealing anu
strict attention to business, TO merit fair snare Oh
patronage
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

The originator OF this wonderful medicine, claims
to have dscove, ed and combined in harmony more
of Natures most sorereign medical properties than
was ever before combined in one medicine. The
evidence of this fact is found IN the great variety OF
most obstinate diseases which it has been found 10
conquer. In the cure of Bronchitis, Setere Cougas'
and the early stages of Consumpffon. has aston.
shed the medical faculty. and hundreds OF tne pest
physicians pronounce it the gre test medicar aascos
err OF the age While it cures the severest CoaAns'
it strengthens the system and purines sle Dv.'
By its great and thorough blood paryy'1g prcfesses,
il cures all Rnmors from the worst Scf0,asa ~ =
common Blofch, Pimpie or Erupson. Mercuriai
Disease Mineral PosOns, Syphlitic ana Ncneriai
diseases and their effects are eradicatcd anu rig
oro,ls health and a sound constitution established.
Ervsipeias Salt Rheam, Sedid Head, Ferer Sores,
Sc6iv or Rough Skin in short, all the numerous dis.
eases caused by bad blood, are conquered by this
powerful, purifying and invigoratina medicine.
For 'Lircr Complaint" Bilious Disorders and
Ha5itual Constipation, it has produced hundreds OF
perfect and permanent cures where other medicines
had failed.
The proprietor offers 81 900 reward for a medicine
that will equal it in the cure of all the diseases for
which it il recommended. Beware of counferfeits
and worthless limitations. See that my private Gov
ernment stamp, which is positive guarantee Of
is upon the outside wrapper. This
medicine is Sold By all Druggists at 90 per bottle
Prepared by r. v. PIERCE, NJ. D., Sole Proprietor,
At his Chemical Laboratory 1873 Seneca street, But.
Iao, y. Y. ENTHUSIASTICALLY
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

GENTS FURNISHING GooDs! Large stock,
latest styles at Huntington, Macon & Co.'s.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
PORTLAND.
WRECKED.

Portland, Me-, 90. The schooner II. II.
Higgins, belonging in part to Lewis Chase
and Whitten, was wrecked at Port Mulgrane
in the recent gale. She was 1870 tons, and
valued at $4,000. The schooner Jennie Arm
strong of Westport, lost deck load, sails, an
chors chains &C.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

FREliHTS~ Grain: b steam, al2d; v aail
I'D.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

The Trustees of the Insane Hospital ap-
point two of their number every month to Wis
1t the Hospital Maj. Shorey of Bridgton,
editor of the News, and DR.. Gilman of Port
land, the visiting committee for the month Of
August, made an examination and inspection
OF the institution yesterday, and found every
thing satisfactory.
No of inmates in July, $50
No. admitted since, II
Total, 40G
Discharged since July, IL
Died,
Total 10
No. now in Hospital, SOL, of whom l9G are
males and 1876 are females.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
OBITUARY,

New Orleans, %. Father Richard Kane,
editor in chief of the English prrt of the Prop
agater Catalogue, died this forenoon aged Al
years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL.
New York Money Market.
New York, August 20
EVENING REPORT

EVENING REPoRT.
Money was easy throughout the day at Ia5 per
cent, and closed at per cent.
Sterling exchange weak and lower at los for 60
days, ana los 3.4 for sight
Custom Receipts SIS 900.
Imports for the week.
Gold opened weak at lis l-Sa-i, then advanced
to IS 81, when the loaning rate to 13. per
diem. AT the close the market weakened and sales
were made at 10 l.Sal4.
Loans from to per cent. for carrying, and , to
l.32 to Nat for borrowing.
Clearings, ~ 0O0, 600
Treasury disbursement, lis 600.
Governments firm.
State bonds quiet.
Stocks were strong early in the day. and prices
advanced under large purchases on Lake Shore.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
In the District Court of the United
States, for the District of Maine.

In the District Court Of the United
States, for the District of Maine.
In tho matter of
j. II. MANCHESTER, In Bankruptcy.
Bankrupt.
DISTRICT OF MAINE, IS:
Upon the application OF Charles +. Jose, "A ssisnee
of the estate of j. r. Manchester, Bankrupt, IT IS
ORDhRED, That second General Meeting of the
Creditors of said Bankrupt be held at Augusta, in
said District, on the eleventh day of September A.
ID. 1873, at ten O'Clock, A. NJ at the Court House,
before John w. May, one of the Registers in Bank
ruptcy in said District, for the purposes named in
the twenty.seventh section of the bankrupt Act OF
March 2, 1867.
Witness the Honorable EDWARD FOX, Judge
of the said Court and the seal thereof, at Port
land in said District, on the eighth day of Au-
gust, A. ID. 1873.
WM p. PkEBLE,
Clerk of District Court Of said District.
aug30 tlaw3w&wlt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30
EXCURSION!

A TEMPERANCE REFORM EXCURSION TO
~ Mouse Island and vic unity. by the Yosemite,
viii take place on Thursday next. Sept 4th.
aug30-t+t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-30

We are grieved to announce the death Of
Hon. John A. Pettengill Of this city, which
took place yesterday at about 5 o'clock p. m. /;
his sickness we believe was pneumonia !;
his age was about 70. Col. Pettengill was
one of our most prominent, well-known, and
respected citizens; he was carpenter by
trade; selectman for six years; City Treas
urer for two years; Mayor of the city in 1852
and '53; and High Sheriff for Kennebec coun-
ty one year under Gov. Weiss adminstra.
ton, and was candidate for Sheriff on the
Democratic ticket in 1872. His grandfather
was Benjamin Pettengill, who moved from
Easton, Mass, in l77o, and gave the name
to what is now Pettengll's corner, by settling
on lot No. 80, east side.
The Opelousas journal. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1868-1878, 1873-05-31

A SATIRICAL JUDGE.-There is some
thing so caustiC in the following anec-
dote that we borrow it from the racy
London correspOnden of the Cincin-
natl Commercial: 'f''
The late Chief Justice Maule had
brought before him poor sailor, cllarg-
ed with bigamy. The sailor pleaded
guilty, and on being asked if he had
anything to say why the usual sentence
should not passed, said: May it please
your lOrdship, my wife ran away with
another man and left nae with family
of children whom my duties as O British
sailor hardly enabled me to take care OF
without another, r,Wife!o What ought I to
have done ?" s.Prisoner," said his lord
ship, sternly, 81 will tell you what you
ought to have done; You ought to
have employed a posse Of police to pur-
sue thateloping wife and to have estab-
lished q case OF Grim. con. against her
you ought then to have gone up to the
House Of Lords and secured from their
lordships a divorce, and then married
again. You may say such a procedure
would have cost you five Or six hundred
pounds, whereas you have nOtso many
pence. But, sir, that makes no difernce,
It is my business, sitting here as an Eng
lish judge, to inform you that this il
not q country where there is one laWfol
the rich and another for the poor
The story represents q bit of irony un.
der the costly machinery of the lords
court in such cases makes way for the
divorce court. ..sr-.e s.s..r +