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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-09-17
YELLEw FEVER,
BANGOR.
MAINE STATE FAIR.

MAINE STATE FAIR.
Bangor, Me-, l6. The eleventh annual
Fair Of the Maine State Agricultural Society
opened here this morning. The entries of
stock are not so numerous as last year, but
the animals are of better class. The en-
tries of horses are nearly double of those at
the last Fair, and many noted animals will
contend for the purses. The exhibition of
domestic manufactures is superior, and sew
eral of the largest manufacturing corpora
tons in the State exhibit full series of their
productions. The State Pathological Society
hold a Fair in connection with the Agricul-
tural Society, and have one of the finest dis
plays of fruit ever seen in Maine. In the
trots this afternoon, Palmer Knox, entered
by E. II. Mckinney of Biddeford, won the
purse for three minute horses in 2.40 and
242. Bayard, entered by A. w. Bracket of
Pitsfeld, won the 2. purse in 2.45, 2.47 and
2.40, and Lothair, entered by Wright Nor.
cross of Manchester, won the champion belt
for stations, in 2 IS IL, o3s IL, and 2 "a
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-09-17
Uniyersalist Convention.

Washington, IG. At the Unversalist Con-
vention to-day, Rev. DR.. Miner of Boston,
was elected President; S. c. Humphrey of
Connecticut, Vice President, and Rev. J. NJ.
Pullman Secretary. The usual committees
were appointed. The report of the Board of
Trustees and that of the Treasurer were read
from which it appeard that the debt has been
reduced SO, 1853. The debt now amounts in
GLIDING the Murray fund, to S22,ll5. The
fund now amounts to Sl20, 939. A ministeri-
al relief fund of $4,000 has been paid in and
invested. One hundred and sixty. five par
lshes responded to constitutional obligation
in the matter of annual election and their col.
lections, together with individual contribu.
tons amounts to $3S, $40.
The missionary work in the city of Wash
ington, is reported progressing successfully.
but the general missionary is retarded by the
fact that there are more parishes than mis-
-onares, but the work is hopeful and prom
ising.
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Nall0mcll Z0ral News.

Fitz does not relish the kind attentions of
the police. When he arrives home from bat.
ding with the stormy waves of old ocean it
may be mystery to him why he cannot be
allowed 10 exercise a little ''freedom' on his
own account; especially when he finds that
lie is no more subject to parental restraint
and tatherly oversight. With Fitz safely
lodged III the city forcastle, with matches well
secured, the guardian OF a day and night con-
graduated himself that at the proper time he
might return, and with stern admonition or
gracious entreaty strive to convince his young
protege of the error of his ways, and lead
MN before the austere Judge of the Municip-
al Court, or TO the quarter deck of liberty, as
the circumstances OF the case might demand.
Left alone to his medltations young Fitz gave
Il hitch to his northeast waistband, changes
his quid to the larboard side of his upper jaw
and proceeded at once to reconnoiter o.
serving that the headlights" were in rather an
insecure condition, his first thought which
proved a fright one was as To the best meth
cd of etlecllng an exit, without waiting for
the permission of his kind though not over
attentive keeper. The thought proved the
father of action; tor in less time than il takes
10 record the incident lie effected an opening
and bounded To the ground, and with smart
show OF heels soon outstripped his pursuers,
who had begun to realise the situation, but
not unul young FIlz had obtained fine start,
which he was not slow to take advantage of.
lacking first TO the right and then to the left
To avoid the breakers, he finally found a safe
harbor in the Interior OF a protecting culvert,
where We leave hun safe from The grasp OF
uis pursuers who would not rashy spoil their
good clothes by initiating "Old Put in his
chase tor the wolf, even had the hole been big
enough TO ensure safe entrance. Fitz will
undoubtedly avoid in the future the stimula-
ling cause of his many misshaps, and lead a
lte of honest sobriety-at least we hope SD
and then he " i'll not be liable to encounter so
many perils, either on land or sea.
Mr.. b. +. Warner is greatly changing the
appearance of his dry goods store by putting
IN new iron front with all the modern i'm
provelnen ts. This speaks volumes for the
prosperity of the trade. The adjoining stores
should be served in the same sensible manner.
There seemed to be quite an interest CENTER
ing about the police court room yesterday,
out we did not learn either the cause or re-
sult-probably OF no great interest to the
community.
A new culvert Of spacious dimensions has
recently been constructed across Second
street, near the cotton factory.
Messrs. Wilson & Page have nearly COM
pleted their stone wharf in the lower part OF
the city.
Typhoid fever is quite prevalent in this
city at the present time, and several deaths
have been the result during the past week
| Our gas company seems to be extending
pipes in various localities. for the accommo-
dalion of the people. Now is the time for
householders to secure light for the winter,
before the ground freezes.
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The Last Prayer.

These lines%ere suggested by the death
me who just before she died repeated tn
rayer OF her early childhood and who's
asst words were Good morning
Now | lay me-" slowly, family
Came The prayer from lips grown white,
Wine the murnur of the river
sounded through the silent night
ID wn TO sleep"-the sleep was dreamless
Tint was stealing DER her now,
Fainter grew the fiutteripg pulses,
Death daInps gather ON her brow.
81 pray the Lord the dear Lord standing
All uu cen beside her bed.
Knew himself the papgs of dying,
Had himself slept with the dead.
MY so to keep dear soul he keeps it
safely IN his pierced hand,
Keeps il from all ein forever,
Keeps 1t for the blood washed band.
"lfI should die"-e'en now she standeth
On the III er's misty shore,
Only this one crossing over,
And she tasteth death no more.
Before iwake"-that bliss of waking
Never mortal lips have told,
Songs of angels, palms of glory,
Harps, and crowns of purest gold.
II pray the Lord''--lhe dear Lord, plying
Drew still closer 10 her side,
Fear thou not dear soul ," He whispered,
Pear NOS, l myself have died"
My soul to take" He took it, held it,
Bore 1t all the sh adowy way,
Bore IL through the swelling river,
Into realms OF cloudless day.
SO we leave her in His keeuing,
TIL for US the Lord shall come,
Then we too, Will say Good morning.
In III. blessed, deathless home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-09-17
Maine Y. NJ. c. Association State Convene

|
The eighth State Convention of the Y. M
Z. Associations of Maine, will be held ir
Auburn, on Tuesday and Wednesday, Oct
9Th and s:h, at the Court Street Baptis,
CHURCH.
| The Convention will meet for organization
| at ~ IL O'Clock A. NJ. Tuesday. This meet
ing viii be preceded by devotional meeting
OF one hour.
The usual committees will be in readiness
10 attend to the reception and entertainment
OF delegates.
Arrangements have been made for free re-
turn tickets over the Maine Central Railroad
and branches
Pastors and christian workers are cordially
invited to attend this convention, ard confer
In regard to the distinctive work among young
men.
A question box will be one of the features
OF the Convention, and all who have met with
difficult questions in their work are invited to
PR sent ,heni. IL is desirable that all who
propose to attend, should notify the Secreta.
ry of the Auburn Association as soon as pos :
slble after receiving notice. Let every AS
ISOLATION be represented.
The Executive Committee would suggest
the following topics. among others, for dis
Nooeiob' NhSi VI "hiCh Will We OptHSu by Il
brief written essay
What can the Associations do to guard the
Young against amusements of an immoral ten
dency?
How shall we more generally interest all
church members in Association work?
How shall uEevangelical and infidel in
1uences be counteracted?
How can the Associations most effectually
work?
How shall the working force of our Asso-
Citations be increased?
Is it desirable to employ a State Secretary
to labor in the interests Of the Associations?
Let every delegate come prepared to say
something upon one or more of these topics.
The following are some of the words of well
come extended by the Auburn Association:
The Auburn Y NJ. c. A, extends cordial
invitation to all the Associations in our State
that now exist or that have ever had an
existence, to meet in convention in our
city; and may the blessed Spirit come with
you, is the prayer of our Association. Our
citizens have been and still are anxious TO
welcome the members of other Associations
to our homes and hearts. Rest assured that
every arrangement will be made for the en-
tertainment Of all who shall visit us. Let us
come together for two days to work for Him
whose servants we are. Send your best men,
that the blessed cause for which we labor may
be advanced, and the glory of the Divine
Master be felt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-09-17

No organ Of thought or action can be en-
rloyed without the assistance Of the blood
and no organ can be employed safely or with
IMMUNITY without supply of healthy blood.
With healthy blood the exercised organs be-
come well developed whether they be mus
cular or intellectual. By the use of Fellows
Compound Syrup Of Hypophosphites the
blood is speedily vitalized and purified, and
SO made capable of producing sound mind
and a sound body.
"Personvsufftring from impure blood, or
whose health is giving away, either as minis
tiers or those who study closely, will find the
Syrup the material to build them up, and the
tonic to keep them there"
DIR. CLAY.
septic. t&wlw
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Card of Thanks.
HALL OF PACIFIC ENGINE COMPANY ,

H.
AUGUSTA, Sept. Ii, 1873.
At regular meeting of this company the follow
ing resolution were I'm anmously adopted:
RESOLVED, That we tender thanks to the
Board OF Engineers for aid and services rendered
on The 2sth and 18th of August. Especially would
we he mindful of q. G.; Burns, ID Asst Engineer
RESOLVED, That We tender our thanks to F. l..
Far ington and officers, for taking active part in
our parade.
RESOLVED, That we tender our thanks to J. II.
C0chrane for valuable services rendered.
RESOLVED. That we tender our thanks to Major
Wbitmore for free use of the Arsenal grounds.
RESOLVED. That " C tender our thanks to Il. W
Jones for valuable services rendered.
RESOLVED, That we tender our thanks to Ber-
rvs Band f n excellent music furnished
RESOLVED, That we tender our thanks to Cony
Bros. for iavors shown.
RESOLVED, That we tender our thanks 70 Col. II.
Osgood for free offer of Granite Hall
RESOLVED, That we tender our thanks to +. F.
Beale and q. f. Pillsbury for services rendered.
RESOLVED, That we tender our thanks to citizens
in general for their be al donations and avors in
general. +. II. BALLARD. Foreman.
c. X. ii ALL, Clerk.
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oATA RRH

Cannot be cannot be cured by snufrs, washes TO-
cal applications. 1t is weakness of the constitu.
tion developing itself in the nasal organs first, af
forwards extending to throat and lungs, ending
generally in Consumption, if not checked by prop
er remedies. Pains In the head, back, loins, and
weakness of kidneys, are its attendant diseases.
More people have Catarrh than any other disease.
1t is easily cured. Thousands of cases, some OF
thirty years standing have been entirely cured
in New Hampshire the past three years by the Con.
sftuttondt Cdfarrh Remedy. Certificates to back
the above and a treati-e on Catarrh in 32-page
pamphlet. sent free on application to Ittlefeld 4
Hayes druggists, prorrietors. Manchester N. H.
Send name on postal card, and it will cost only
cent. Price 81 per bottle. iuly23- w3m
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-09-17
PORTLAND.

Portland. Me, l6. The frog connecting
the Boston Maine and Grand Trunk roads
on Commercial street, over which there has
been so much contention, was placed in posi-
lion tonight. The work, at one a. m, has
just been completed. There were no demon
stration to prevent on the part of the Eastern
COmpanY.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-09-17
YELLOW FEVER.

Washington, IL. Senator West to. day re-
ceived the following from the Mayor of
Shreveport: sickness is on the increase.
Do all you can for US. There is no money in
the city treasury, and the poor are on our
hands, and for the lack of funds we find diff
Guilty in burying them
New Orleans, l6. The President of the
New Orleans Howard Association, goes to
Shreveport tonight with supply of nurses.
The Association has sent 80 nurses, phys
icians, and 3apothecaries 20 Shreveport.
There are now Telegraph operators in
Shreveport.
A private despatch from Shreveport reports
the death of Rev. Father Queneras, and the
serious illness of Rev. Father Pierre.
Apothecaries, physicians, and above ALL
nurses are the chief wants, and those are be-
ing supplied by the New Orleans Howard As
ISOLATION, vino rely upon contributors here
and elsewhere.
Memphis, Tenn, l6. There is no abate-
nent of the yellow fever, though its ravages
are almost confined to the northwestern por-
ton Of this city. 1t is impossible to obtain
reliable data in regard to the mortality, but it
is evident that there is no decrease in the
death rate.
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INDIAN MATTERS.

Washington &c. The Commissioner of In :
dian Affairs, states that no treaty was made
by Gen. Howard with COchise, the Indian
Chief, but an agreement was made that if the
government supplied him and his people with
rations they would not plumber the neighbor-
ing country. to which agreement Cochise has
lived up to, and has offered to join the United
States forces in pursuing the mauraders who
rrlit d into sonora.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-09-17

The money will be refunded in every case
OF liver complaint, jaundice, indigestion, dys-
pepsia, dizziness, costiveness, ETC., where a
cure is not effected by fair trial Of DR.. Benz
netts Celebrated Jaundice Bitters. Put up
only by Johnson Bros, Druggists, Augusta,
Maine. TIT
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TELEGRAMS ISM GENERAL.

Minneapolis, l6. despatch from Fort
Geary, says that Gordon, who fed from the
Rocky Mountains, was captured five hundred
miles west of here by Manitoba detective,
and is now in Winnipeg Jail.
Chicago, l6. Capt. Donnie Chapman shot
himself dead in the wash room of the Board
Of Trade to-day. No cause is known for the
suicide. The board adjourned.
St. Louis, l6. The steamer James How
ard, sunk last Friday, was raised to-. day. but
little injured,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-09-17

We notice by the Wing that each morning
and afternoon during the Fair Mrs. D'Arthe-
|,ney OF Augusta will exhibit on the fair
grounds in Bangor, her trained colts, showing
that her system of kind treatment insures
[,,erfect control of the horse.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-09-17

SAVE YOUR DocToRs BILL.-When DR..
Wistar's Balsam of Wild Cherry will cure
coughs, colds, bleeding at the lungs, and ar
rest the fell destroyer, Consumption, it does
more than most physicians can do. The use
of single bottle, costing one dollar, will sat.
isfy the incredulous that they need look no
further for the required aid l,+&w
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ped, the car came with great force into the
train, throwing Mrs. Parker from her seat
and injuring her spine SO severely, that she
has since been incapacitated from doing work
of any kind. The trial is proceeding in the
Supreme Court.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-09-17

The Ameteur base ball club will play in this
CITY this "wednesday afternoon with the
lonics of Gardiner, if the weather be favor
,roie. There will be goodly number present
Ito witness the sport
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WASHINGTON.

Washington, lG. Admiral Pennock reports
having made a cruise to Alaska, and having
brought about peaceahle settlement OF the
difficulties between the Steeckin and Chilli
cab Indians. Inland navigation in Alaska is
very dangerous and intricate. The popula-
ton Of Sitka is thinning out.
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Chicago Produce Market.

Chicago, September 10.
Flour is steady and unchanged, with light sffer-
ings. Wheat advanced and fair demand. Corn
steady. Rye do. Barley firm and in lar demand
Provisions do. Pork higher. Lard in fair demand
and higher. Bacon quiet and unchanged. Wits
key firm.
Freights Corn to Buffalo IL l.,
Receipts-1 600 flour; 3O5 900 wheat: Isl 600 corn
60 600 oats 5000 rye; Is t0J barley,
Shipments 600 flour; Isl 900 wheat III 900
corn % 900 oaLs; p ,0oo rye OOU barley.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-09-17

We have been shown some fine specimens
!, work turned out at the brass foundry of
|kessrs. Reed & Winslow, recently estab-
h2hed in this city, at the east end of the Rail
Fad bridge. Compared with work in other
faces, the specimens they show will carry off
lie premium any day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-09-17

/, The Methodist house of worship of Elliot
bBackroad) is undergoing extensive repairs.
Peep foundation stones are being placed and
me plastering which had been damaged by
lie oscillation of the house, is being replaced.
|. he whole incurs an expense of $500.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-09-17
Obituary..

Boston. 16. Lorenzo Bartlett, respected
and promising young man, injured on Satur-
day by jumping from a morning train, died
last night at his fathers house in Newton. He
had just graduated from the High school.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-09-17

OF Chrome and Acute hueuuittleiu, Neural q a,
Lumbago, Sciatica, Kidney, and Nervous Diseas es,
after years OF differing, by taking Or. Filter, Veg
ctable Rheumatic Syrup--the Scientific discovery of
+. Fuller, Nj. d., regular graduate physician.
with whom we are personally acquainted, who has
for 80 years treated these diseases exclusively with
astonishing results. We believe it our christian
duty, after deliberation, to cons centously request
sufferers TO use it, especially persons in moderate
circumstances who cannot afford to waste money
and time on wo' Unless mixtures. As clergymen
seriously feel the deep responsibility resting on us
in pubhcly endorsing this medicine But our
knowledge and experience of its remarkable merit
fully justi1ies our action. Yours truly, &c, Rev.
c. II. Ewing, Media. Penn, suffered sixteen we RS,
became hopeless. Rev. Thomas Murphy, -. d.,
Frankfort, Phila. kev. j. b. Davis, Hightstown,
New Jersey. Rev. j 5. Buchanan, Clarence iowa
seph Beggs, Falls Church, Philadelphia. Other
timonials from Senators, Governors, Judges
Congressman, Physicians, &c forwarded gratis
with pamphlet explaining these diseases One
thousand dollars will be presented to any medicine
for same dist asses showing equal merit under the
test, or that can produce one fourth as many living
cures. Any person sending by letter description
OF a1licton will receive without charge (If consd
cred curablel legally signed guarantee naming
the exact number of bottles warranted to cure
agreeing to refund amount paid in OF its fail
ure to cure. Price per bottle, 25; can be bought
AS used. Afflicted invited TO write for medical adj
vice on above diseases only. No charge for reply
gu red by a lifetime practice. No ccmpulsion to
buy medicine. Address DR.. Filter, Philadelphia.
Printed explanations of the disease also furns he'd
J.. .TITCOMB, Sole Agent for Augusta.
West End kennebec Bridge.
j. W. PERKINS & CO, Portland, Wholesale
G G. GOODWIN CO., Boston, ! Agents
septl7 eod3m&w
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In General.
RAILROAD ACCIDENT.

Grand Rapids, Mich Is. The express
train going east on the Detroit & Milwaukee
railroad, which left Grand Rapids at 80
O'Clock p. M, consisting of thirteen coaches
and one baggage car, ran off the track be-
tween Lowell and Ada. 1t is rumored that
the entire train went into a ditch, killing
twenty persons and wounding many hers.
Physicians are now leaving for the scene of
the disaster, and preparations are being has
tly made tor the relief of the sufferers.
YELLEw FEVER.
Shreveport, La, l6. The yellow fever is
still raging, the weather being unfavorable
Sixty per cent. of those attacked die. There
is great suffering in all classes Of society for
want of nursing.
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Suit.

Boston, l6. Miss Elizabeth C. Parker has
sued the Boston and Albany Railroad Cor
poration for forty thousand dollars, for per-
sonal injuries last November, while passen-
ger from Worcester to Boston. The injury
occurred from the rear car becoming detsch-
ed from the train, and as the latter soon stop
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FROM HAVANA,

Havana, l6. There was heavy rain storm
and thunder and tightening here yesterday
Several houses were struck.
The brig Countess has arrived at Smyrna,
with the Captain and crew of the schooner
Sappho, of ST. John, n. b., abandoned on
the oath Of August.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-09-17

Mr.. T. l.. Pollard died in Wiota, Cass
county, Iowa, on the 30th of August last.
He is supposed to have relatives in Augusta
Should this reach them they can for further
particulars address Levi Downs, Wiota, Cass
county, Iowa.
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STATE NEWS.

Messrs. y. j. Webb and Gilbert Wakefield
have opened a granite quarry near Enfield
station, and are taking out some excellent
stone.
Col. Gowen reports very favorable opin-
ion of the Shore Line route, as to to the feas-
Utility of constructing a road.
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FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL.
New York Money Market.
New York, Sept. l6.
EVENING REPORT.

EVENING REPORT.
Money easy at Cal per cent until just previous 10
O'Clock when the price was bid up to l-Szalio'
with very little business. ,oo,, Ca, co
sterling exchange quiet and firm al ioS IL '"' w
days. ana 100 ia for sight.
Custom Receipts 6il 900.
Imports for the week ,--o ,,
Loans from to per cent for carrying, and l.6i
to fiat. ooo
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CLoTnuSG! Large assortments of mems
youths and boys clothing at low prices at Hun
tington, Mason & Co.'s one price store, 100
Water street, Augusta. 2w
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VI ARINE NEWS.

Boston, l6. Arrived steamer Commerce,
from Magdalen Islands; Centiped from Phil
adelphia.
New York, l6. Arrived steamship Assyria
from Genoa.
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Conventions,

Philadelphia, lG. The Constitutional Con-
vtutiun elected W. \. Walker President, and
passed appropriate resolutions on the death
OF the late Pies mt Meredith.
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Funeral Obsequis.

Portsmouth, N. H., l6. The funeral of
Col. George II. Pierce of Dover, to. day, at
his residence, was one of the largest and most
imposing ever held in the State.