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The McArthur enquirer. (M'arthur, Vinton County, Ohio) 1873-1884, 1873-12-17
CHAPTER XII.

CHAPTER XII.
When Willie returned from
the Parsons, Mrs. L. enquired
about the family and especially
about what the ministers said.
When the lad told the good
woman all about the conversa-
ton with Mr.. Walker, the eyes
Of Mrs. Lorenzo were twinkling
with an unusual interest as if
to say, some good will come out
of all this yet.
The stern Mr.. L. came in and
directed the boy to his work,
charging him not to come to
the house until the noon train
had gone down.
After given his orders, Mr..
L. took his pipe as usual, and
spent an hour smoking to the
destruction of his health and
mind, if not his morals and re-
ligion. Mrs. Lorenzo had COM
menced talking in a general
way, preparing the way to the
theme of most Importance to
her.
*
"Good morning, Parson,"
said Mr.. L., as ED. Walker en-
tered the room. ''I am very
glad to see you. Hope you are
we'll"
"Quite well, thank YOU"
said the Parson.
After taking each of the two
by the hand, Mr.. w. took his
seat and commenced cOnversa-
ton. In a short time the El-
der obeWed, that che had made
the call for the purpose of con-
sulting Mr.. and Mrs. L. rela-
tive to matter that had empress
ed his mind very powerfully for
some time"
every well" said Mr.. L., cit
is our duty to confer together.
and my experience is that my
advice always come around TO
be the best. l am very glad
that the Parson has at last dis
covered the proper member of
his church, with whome to con-
fer; have been a church mem
ber for a great many years, and
no one ever knew of my not
throwing into the collection my
rs cents, regularly every quar-
ter" ,,,-..j
HBut," interposed Elder w.,
"L have no fears about your do
ing what you think right, nor
of your soundness Of jugemenk
you must rather allow me To-
commend you for your good
qualities. The object of my call
this morning consists in ann
terest. [ feel for your boy
Willie. .
"Now wife,. said Mr. Ly
"have you been over at Mr.W.,
Igitten him after me? lam about
over run with wife and neigh
bors about that boy, and now
here comes the Parson, and to
make q long story short. |
think that the best thing | can
do is to give up my own busi-
ness and let other people run it
for me-"
This outbreak almost silenc-
ed the modest Parson, and yet
he was q person not easily de-
feated by sharp repartee or in
sindati0n, s'ho Hresumed his
train of thought Ia ao e.
\ y"Ohosir, pdo not be mistaken,
LIDO not propose to m,sddle with
your business, but help you
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The Chicago, Alton and ST.
Louis road earned more money
in October this year than in 0c-
tober last year.
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The total value of property
in the city of Memphis, accord
ing to the report of the Clerk
of the County Court, is $685.
47S,OO4, divided as follows ::
Real estate, $2S,SO6,725; mer :
chandise, $4,2O7,642; other
personal, S4,463,737.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1873-12-10
ward Hacker. Of Durham: Sarah Goddard,

ward Hacker, Of Durham; Sarah Goddard,
Of Vassalboro and Harriet N. Jones, Of Win.
throp. The latter opened the meeting with
prayer and followed with remarks showing
just application of the text, 81 have fought
the good fight" etc., but taking the liberty OF
changing the latter portion of the text, to II
have received the crown" Every heart was
moved, as our bereavsd friend Eli Jones rose,
and towering above his sorrOws, bore testi-
mony to the power of faith exemplifed in the
life of his loved partner who was willing to
go forth life in hand to find her grave in the
depths of ocean, or in distant cline, if it be
the Lords will. She found the path to glory
in the service of her Lord. One speaker
pointed out the crowning cause of the success
in the ministry of our loved sister to be this ::
The whole theme of her ministry was Jesus
Christ and Him crucfed. and no more. A
most touching tribute was paid by Sarah F.
Tobey of Providence. the schoolmate and life
long friend Of Sybil Jones. The town Of
China does not mourn alone; America, Brit
ish and Continental Europe, the sable citizens
of Liberia and the dusky Arab little ones in
the cherished schools of Lebanon, wherever
her sweet tones reached the sinners heart,
join in mourning the loss of one who, passing
from the militant church, has crossed the
river leaning on His arm, to whose great
heart of love she has availingly turned many
a perishing soul. JuvERNA.
China, Dec. s, 1872.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1873-12-10
TELEGRAMS IN GENERAL.

Portsmouth,, N. H., 9. The long truss on
the Portsmouth and Dover railroad bridge
over the Piscataqua river at Dover Point, was
to have been raised to-day if the weather was
favorable. The road is nearly completed.
Surveys and soundings are progressing to
locate the new English atlantic telegraph
cable at Rye Beach. 1t will probably land at
Straw's Point.
The Kearsage cotton mills have resumed
work on full time at reduced wages.
The Jarvis hosiery works are closed.
Philadelphia, 9. The carpet weavers to-
day voted to continue the strike against the
reduction of wages.
Albany, N. Y, 9. TheIe is a psospect Of
the canal being kept open until the boats
bound east can be got through. Canal Com
missioner Berkley has ordered the canal to
be pnt in condition for water Immediately
owing to the moderate weather.
Lewes, Del, .. Steamer Powhatta with
the monitor Manhattan in tow, went to sea at
II o'clock this morning.
Hartford Conn, 8. The colored people
burned to death by fire in New Britain to-day
were named Bidwell Swiss, aged 20, his wife,
and Calvin Swiss, aged 3O The parties were
disipated, and no doubt brought the calamity
upon themselves.
West Chester, Pa, 8. The arguments for
a new trial was heard tot day, on motion for a
new trial of Undertook the murderer, on the
grounds of new evidence and that two jury
men who tried the case had expressed an
opinion adverse to the prisoner prior to the
trial. No decision.
Auburn, N. J.,9. Judge Smith has granted
a stay of proceedings in the case of Donahoe
who was to have been hung in this city to-
morrow.
Pittsburg, Pa, 9. Rev. D. J. X. Ryne,
formerly methodist minister, who was ar
rested some time ago, on suspicion Of steal
ing 500, was found guilty to-day, and re-
manded for sentence.
The stockholders of the National Trust
Company have increased the warrant for r.
j. Grier, the missing cashier, to S. 900.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1873-12-10
CUBA.

Paris, 8. A cipher despatch from Madrid
announces heavy fall on the Bourse, con
sequent upon tie dispiritlng news from Cuba
and President Grant declining to accept Min
lister Sickles' resignation and approving his
action in the case of the Virginus. The res
ignation was based on the fact of the Wash
ington government negotiating directly with
Spain and overlooking Gen. Sickles, who
claimed that the government failed to protect
him. The Spanish government claims that it
is not bound to surrender the Virginius until
the 18th of Dec.
New York, 8. A Washington despatch
says that unexpected complications have
arisen out of the protocol. The Spanish
minister asks who shall be the judges of the
proof that the Virginius was not entitled to
carry the American flag, as stipulated in the
protocol Our govern ment made answer the
United States is its own judge. The Madrid
government responded that the protocol left
all doubtful points to arbitration, so far as re-
clamston goes, and the possession of the
vessel came under that head. The Spanish
government claim that the U. S. can only
protect the vessel in defence Of their own
idea. They challenge investigation and will
satisfactorily prove this point.
The Tribune's despatch says that Secretary
Fish said on leaving the department yesterday
that the two governments are on the most
amicable terms; that he had no doubt of Cas-
telar's ability to return the Virginius and re-
lease the prisoners, as per protocol, and that
Sickles has not resigned. The despatch adds
that notwithstanding the Secretary's positive
ness, it is known beyond doubt that Sickles
has forwarded his resignation and telegraphed
the fact.
The Tribune says edtorially that "private
dispatches to this Office from Madrid an
nounce General Sickles' preemptory resigna-
ton."
Key West, Fla, Q. A large store house
for naval supplies will be commenced imme-
diately. Private advices say that the lives of
American citizens in Havana are in great
danger. A number of Spanish spies are
here.
A Key West letter of the lst inst. to the
Tribune says that the flagship Worcester,
iron clad Saugus and gunboat Pawnee and a
revenue cutter were all the war vessels then
there. The machine and repair shops were
being put rapidly in order. Large quantities
Of naval stores we're arriving and the govern
ment s,orehouse was nearly filled. There is
one company of artillery there. Fort Taylor
is not garrisoned, but has 160 guns mounted
and can soon be placed in fighting order.
There are large number of Cubans in Key
West and spectators anxious for war are
multiplying.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1873-12-10
WASHINGTON.

Washington, 9. The republican Senators
held caucus after the adjournment of the
Senate, continuing an hour and half-Vice
President Wilson having previously an
nounced that he would be absent several
weeks and desiring the Senate to elect pres
ident pro tenn. After an interchange of views
Senator Carpenter was designated for the
place, but no ballot was taken. Mr. Carpen-
ter did not attend the caucus, but remained at
his seat in the Senate. After his election,
two Senators informed him of the result,
whereupon he put on his hat and coat and
left the chamber.
Commander Bartlett is ordered to resume
duties at the Boston navy yard.
A telegram from San Francisco announces
that the Kearsage went into commission yes
terday.
The internal revenue receipts to- day were
5000, ,48O.
The Cabinet to-day was not in session
more than an hour. All the members were
present, excepting the Secretary of War.
No new features were presented concerning
our relations with Spain. Tonight it is said
on high authority that everything is believed
to be in fair way of accommodation.
1t is said that Gov. Burbank has sent in his
resignation as executive of Dakotah to the
President
The friends of Gen. Sickles say that he
will, on his return to Washington, formally
tender his resignation as minister at Madrid.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1873-12-10
FROM NEW YORk.

New York, 8. 1t is believed that Hosford
the defaulting cashier has gone to Canada
The deficits of his accounts reach over twenty
five thousand dollars.
Sharkey, the escaped murderer, is now be-
lieved to be in Bayonne, N. j.
A wrecking company has taken the con-
tract to remove the coal barge that was sunk
in front of the dock in three days, which will
enable the Spanish frigats Arapiles to leave.
The steamer Etna sailed for Jamaica to-day
with a large number of Cubans on board.
At meeting Of the bar association, resolu-
tions were brought up, denouncing the NOM
ination of Attorney General Williams to the
Supreme Court, and offered by Ned Price,
and were tabled unanimously. A resolution
asking for better pay for the United States
council and district judges was adopted.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1873-12-10

NEWS BY MAIL.

The House on Monday the Houss npassed
the bill granting universal amnestys re-
pealing the test oath. &
@. W. westbrook, proprietos of ~ liki-
can Mustang Liniment, hue been ssrUssed in
New York, charged with counterfeiting U. s.
$50 bonds. i9ve# sca1 fs7f& @6sasfs
Gen. N. B. Forest, Of the War of the Re.
bellion fame, has proffered his services to our
government in the case Of awar with Spain,
and is heartily endorsed a. soldier BY Gen.
Sherman.
There has been no action on the nomina-
ton of Judge Williams as Attorney General,
but it is understood that he will be confirmed
at an early day, although the disappointed
aspirants for the place have combined against
him.
The DR.. j. NJ. Clark, whose malpractice =
few days since nearly caused the death OF .
young lady in Portland, and who fed to New
Hampshire, it is said turns out to bs Span
lard by the name of De Leon. 5@aa
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Congressional Proceedings.
WASHINGTON, D. c., Dec. ..

w ASHiNGTON, L. ", DeC. ~
SENATE.
A resolution was adopted that the Public
Land committee inquire into the expediency
of amending the act encouraging the growth
Of timber on prairies so as to require settlers
to cultivate requisite number Of acres on the
first year and to have trees planted in three
years.
The bill for the relief of Rolin White au-
thorizes the Patent Commissioner to deter
mine the extension of his patent for his i'm
proved firearms.
A resolution was adopted that the Secreta.
ry of the Treasury furnish the amount of i'm
ports and exports between the United States
and Canada for the last two years.
House.
The bill for the increase of the salary law
was taken up.
Mr.. Cox favored the repeal, but preferred
the minority bill. He then made expfana-
back pay. He characterized those who
slurred at him as demagogues.
Mr. Lawrence of Kansas favored repeal,
because demanded by the people. In re-
sponse to query by Mr.. Wilson of Ind, he
said he took $4,000 back pay in 1866, as every
other member of Congress then did, but had
returned back pay of last year.
Mr.. Kendall opposed repeal. The salary,
as it now stands, is less than the old salary,
especially, he claimed, lost by abrogation of
mileage, repeal of franking privilege and
withdrawal of stationery and newspaper al
lowances. The cry against the present bill
was that Of popular clamor-not popular will
led by corrupt and partizan press.
Mr.. Negley remarked on the sensitiveness
of Mr.. Cox, who had stated he had returned
4. H. u H. Al
Brooks his predecessor.
statement.
Mr.. Negley said he would not misrepre-
sent Cox, but the latter was conspicuous here
in a group who appeared anxious to arraign
associates for committing crime against the
treasury. He (Cox) had only served days
in this congress, and yet has drawn over 3d.
600 as pay from June 4th to Nov. 9th. If that
was not drawing back pay, he appealed to the
common sense Of the House.
Mr.. Cox asked if Negley had served any
longer than he, as they we're sworn in same
day.
Mr.. Negley-But am not showinn such a
disgusting amount of virtue, consequently he
was not making his own defence. He did
not desire to arraign Cox, but when he ap
pears as judge advocate for people arraigning
associates for stealing money, he (Negley)
desired the country to distinctly understand
the part Cox played in stealing money. Also
this bill is introduced by gentlemen just es-
capped from the folies of their youth, not by
those who had most right to introduce it.
Those who favored increase, and they came
here to earn new reputation.
Mr.. Wilson of Ind, did not consider ac-
ton in increasing salaries a. unworthy, and
referred to many past eminent members who
voted for similar acts. But the people hav-
ing demanded its repeal Congress was bound
Daily Kennebec journal., 1873-12-10
AFTERNOON TELEGRAMs.

New York, 8. A Tribune Washington
special says that the prospect of Judge
Williamss confirmation is less favorable.
Shepherds confirmation yesterday, as Gov
ernor of the District of Columbia, was done
so hastily that very few Senators knew any
thing about it, until after the adjournment
Accordingly, Senator Conklin will move a
reconsideration.
The treasury decision that no duties will
be henceforth charged on tropical fruits, will
make an annual difference of between fouI
and five million of dollars in the custom re.
ceipts.
Rev. DR.. Joseph T. Duryea of Brooklyn,
has been tendeIed the pulpit Of Madison
Square Presbyterian church, made vacant by
the resignation of Rev. DR.. Adams.
A fire yesterday, totally destroyed Hills
tar works at Point Breeze, Pa. Loss heavy.
The steamship, Konig Wilhelm I, from
New York for Bremen, ashore at Niewe dep,
has been discharged of part of her cargo,
which has been warehoused and is apparently
in good condition. The vessel will be foated
off after being further lightened.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1873-12-10

y y The illness at Venice Of Miss Linda Con-
T,r, sister to Gen. Selden Connor, causes
beat anxiety to her friends, and in response
!, cable telegram, her brother Virgil R.,
lied from New York last week to visit her.
Ire received the message while in the mids.
the lumber region west of Moosehead lake,
Aere he had located for the winter to carry
n timber cutting. A special messenger was
rnt to him from the telegraph's terminus on
fp upper Kennebec, and he Immediately
s,rted for Venice, by walking fifteen miles
3 shoes to the nearest point of civili-
1ion, from whence he obtained easier con.
fance. With good fortune, in about three
fks from the time he strapped on bis snow
,es, he will be ending his journey in a gon.
IA on the Grand Canal.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1873-12-10
,-'s New Advertisers.
IiI'ROs.

rs. Hamlen & Philbrook have large
fellent stock of dry goods in store, and
in opportunity for good bargains to
ers.
{. G. Holcomb invites the attention of
lie to fine stock of goods for the hol-
market. He gives good bargains in
Gf all kinds, lanterns and fixtures, and
the best kinds of burning oils. lie
an assortment of pretty fancy and
'rticles in the glass and crockery ware
i. Frank Pierce is putting fine lot of
as and holiday goods into his popular
] periodical store; call and see for
!!s,e'. =.
ling machine is indispensable in every
, ulated family, and Messrs. Fuller &
fer grand bargains to those who want
4 tried and never-failing Singer.
\ ii cartridge, at his model apothecary
hxder Granite Hall, has very large
assortment of toilet, fancy and use
lies, which he has selected purposely
n plidays' trade. He sells at fair prices
Y justly and pleasantly with all his
Lts
Daily Kennebec journal., 1873-12-10
Chicago Produce Market.
CHICAGO. Dec.

Flour unchanged and quiet. Wheat dull and low
and closing Arm; No. spring us; No. Ill 1.2 for
cash and Dec. lib JAM: us 1-2 Feb; No. spring
l0S; rejected l02al03 Corn active and higher and
closing shade OF; prices ere No. . mixed 81 for
cash and Dec. 80 10 JAN; So l.2 Feb; rejected at
81. Rye active and higher and supply scarce; sale
fa I4s did, $50 asked No spring soid at iosaios.
Provisions dull and unsettled, Pork lower; sales
IA so Cash; IA 20 JAM; 14s7 l2gl5 90 Feb,; new
mess firm at 12 75a13 90. Lard steady; cash g. Feb
easier, closed seller s 1-2 Meat q let and easier
but not quetably lower; shoulders 10 to Is days
old 5a5h; short rib mid So; green ehsulders AKA
q; short ribs 81. Dressed hogs quiet at 1.2ax
Whiskey steady at 80. estl3t0
Freights--Corn to Buffalo -; wheat - fa5W
Receipts-21 900 four Ill 900 wheat; 10, 900 corn
d, 900 oats; 5000 rye; 5000 barley. ~ rf5 ~
Shipments = 1900 fcur; 60 600 wheat; 1000
corn; 600 oats: 5000 barley; 900 rye. s.I
Daily Kennebec journal., 1873-12-10
An Impostor !

TINIIE public are cautioned against one James ii.
i Wardwell of Winterport, who is perambulat-
ing the State, protesting to possess the power to
heal tine sick, restore sight to the blind, SC. few
moments interview with him will satisfy any one of
ordinary perception that he must have 81 aduated
at a sci hool where diplomas are unknown. He pos
sesses the power 10 Prev upon the poorer classes
in their hour of sorrow. Not content with fchlng
hundreds of dollars out of the poor he has alb
seconded leaving hotel and livery stable propretors
minus large sums. He may have left the city for
fear of being arrested on an execution held against
him by one of the Deputy Sherifs of this county.
He is an impOstor and swindler. ANY information
desired in regard to him will be cheerfully given
application to
JAS. W. WAKEFIELD, Bath, Me.
AJ-Portland Press and Progressive Age please
copy. dec9t2t
Daily Kennebec journal., 1873-12-10
Masonic * Directory.

TRINITY COMMANDERY, No. Z, Knights Tenn
plar. Stated meetings Friday on or before the
fl moon OF each month"; nrh pHrn, hnigns Imnen'
Smith, Recorder pro tenn.
ALPHA COUNCIL-Meets at HaloweI. Quar-
terly Convocations, January, April, July, Oc-
tober; Wednesday succeeding full moon. j..
w. Toward. Thrice Illustrious Master.
JERUSALEM ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER-Meets
at Hallowell. Stated convocations Thursday on
or before the full moon of each month. John
W. Rowe. High Priest. F. J. Day, Secretary. -,
Stated meetings first Monday of each month.
Special meetings on Monday evenings. John W.
Rowe, Master. &. Ii. Brick, Secretary.
AUGUSTA LODGE, No. 141, f. & A. M. Stated
meetings first Tuesday of each month. Special
meetings every Tuesday evening. c. B. Nor
ton. Master. L. +. Blackman, Secretary.
noyC.tGm
Daily Kennebec journal., 1873-12-10
FROM BOSTON.

Boston, 9. S. A. Britain, who refused to
testify against his assailant in the recent as
sault case, was arreigned in the Municipal
court to day for perjury und held in 5000
bail for future examination.
An important decision has been rendered
by the supreme court in a liquor suit in this
city. One George Bowling was tried and
convicted of maintaining a liquor nuisance.
The defence was, that Bowling was only bar
tender and was not liable. The supreme
court decides that the fact of his having sold
liquors in the absence of the proprietor,
makes him liable to the penalty of availipg
and abetting in the maintaining of the nuis.
ance.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1873-12-10
PORTLAND.

Portland, Me-, 8. Six weeks since, the
jewelry store of Sumner Eastman, at North
Conway, N. H., was broken into and six hun
dred dollars worth CT watches, jewelry &C.,
stolen. Yesterday Swede named George
Stragroam, who was at work in the notch on
the Portland & Ogdensburg Railroad, was ar
rested, and a portion of the jewelry recover
ed. He had been to Boston, New York and
this city, where he had disposed Of most of
the articles
Daily Kennebec journal., 1873-12-10

to heed It. he hoped the salary would be
placed on the old basis.
Mr.. Townsend advocated a salary of at
least $4,000.
Mr.. Lynch of Miss, argued that no change
be made for the present congress.
Mr.. Hale of Me. gave notice that he should
try to get vote tomorrow.
Adjourned
Daily Kennebec journal., 1873-12-10
POLITICAL.
Boston, Mass, , Dec. 9th

Boston, Mass, Dec. 9th.
The municipal election to-day was very
quiet, regardless of party. The successful
candidate for mayor, Samuel c. Cobb, demo.
crat, being on all the tickets except the
straight prohibition, as were also the name
of Joseph Smith for street commissioner
There was but small opposition to the cleo
ton of either gentleman. Several tickets
were presented for alderman, each showing a
fair representation of republicans and demo-
Gratis. Aside from purely local questions, the
citizens manifested little interest in the re-
suit.
Worcester, Mass, 0. Edward L. Davis,
the citizens candidate, was elected mayor to-
day, by majority of SO over Clark Jillson,
the republican nominee. The total vote was
G,454.
Manchester, N. H., 9. Ex-Gov. James A.
Weston, the democratic candidate for mayor,
was elected to-day by 5ll pleurality. The
democrats have heretofore carried but one
ward; but to-day they elected of the 8
aldermen.