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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08
NallomelI Ioral Mems.

At regular meeting the City Council on
pointed to decide where new street lamps
shall be placed, and to have general over
sight of lighting the city. The superintend-
ing school committee reported in favor Of
building new school house near the granite
quarries, and 4 committee was appointed to
negotiate for lot, etc. The bond of o. w.
Sims, as city constable, was approved. Com
mittee reported that the contemplated railroad
track from Steamboat crossing to Leigh &
Wingate's store, should be located on the
east side of Water street. Location not yet
made. Committee on city property were in
structed to repair the street sprinkler and fur
nish tank, at an expense not exceeding
$4,000, provided the merchants on the street
The liquor agent reported sales for the past
month to the amount of Sl52.2l.
During the severe sickness in the family
of City Marshal Sims, Mr.. Charles c. Stone
will oficiate as deputy.
A patient fisherman at the rear of our Of
fee on Tuesday succeeded in the course Of
an hour or two in catching a sinner nearly
four inches long. Very we'll done for a full
grown man-but the boys think they could 60
one or two better.
The steamboat company have rebuilt their
storehouse on Steamboat wharf, to replace
the one recently crushed by ice.
Loafers are scarce on Our streets at the
present time. There seems to be plenty of
work and good pay for all disposed to make
themselves useful.
The propriety of selling the Vaughan and
and South school houses, and building one
new one in central locality, for the accom-
mediation of scholars attending those schools,
seems to meet with favor among those who
are interested in the matter. The lot south
of Mr.. Warmers residence has been men.
toned as among the most eligible to be fixed
upon.
There are several severe cases of scarle,
fever now in this city, though none have al
yet proved fatal.
Farmers in this vicinity are now busily en-.
gagged in preparing their grounds and putting
in the seed. As there was but little frost il
the ground, farm work can progress at once
on favorable soils. Grass lands begin to lool
fourishing, and full crop may be expected
The great and continued depth of snow pre-
vented winter-kill almost entirely.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08
Chicago Produce Market.
STATE NEWS.

Fryeburg has been settled over hundred
years. 1t ought to have centennial cele-
bration in 1877, the Tooth anniversary of its
incorporation.
Hon. Mark bennett of Kittery is the Oldest
ex-member of the legislature now living in
York comfy, and probably in the State.
1t is reported that c. f. Bdwell, the actor,
well known in this State, has been sent to the
Mclean insane asylum at Somerville, Mas
sachusetts.
The annual inspection of the State militia
has been ordered.
The Wing says that Anthony Murray of
Bangor has been sentenced to State prison
for thres years for an aggravated assault
committed in Lewiston.
Several of the larger mills in the vicinity
Of Bangor have not yet started on account of
the height of the water.
The Portland Light Infantry are perfecting
themselves in drill, and have the ambition to
hope that they may become the best drilled
company in the State.
The dwelling house, ell and stable of Chas.
Smith of South Durham, were burned Mon
day, at about four o'clock p NJ. Mr.. Smith
lost all his household furniture, the fire de-
stroying large part of the property re-
moved. Mr.. Smith was in the field at work,
and no one but his wife and daughter were in
the house Before Mr.. Smith reached the
spot, it was too late to save the house. 1t
caught from sparks from the chimney. The
buildings were worth about $500; insured in
the Etna for $1,000.
The funeral of Miss Mary Georgiana Bur
CESS, daughter Of the late Bishop Burgess,
yesterday, was very largely attended, for she
was young lady of most amiable disposition
and favorite with all who knew her. The
church, and even the grave were beautifully
bedecked with flowers the fearful offering,
of friends m this city, Boston and Provi
dence. Words of consolation to the bereave,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

How TO MAKE $500.-Buy for a song, q
stylish broken-down horse, one that 10 pro-
nounced played out from lameness cure
him with bottle or two of Centaur Liniment,
and pocket the difference. The Liniment is
simply one Of the wonders of the world.
Dumb beasts neigh out their gladness, and the
sore, MANNED and crippled Of the human fam
lily hobble in and 60 on their way rejoicing.
Yes, it is wonderful.
CHILDREN CRY-for Pitchers Castoria.
1t regulates the stomach, cures wind collie and
causes natural sleep. 1t is a substitute for
castor oil. maylt-1m
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

Mr.. J. II. Deliver, who has been employed
the past nine years in the upholstery shop
is gone into business for himself. He has
ken room at George W. Jones, on Water
rect, where he will be ready to do all work
his line, such as general repairing of sofas,
airs, hair mattresses, &c., chairs cushioned,
ne-seat chairs reseated; picture frames
hde and all kinds of work in the upholstery
e. Mr.. Delivers character and his ability
workman are we'll known in this commu-
~. We bespeak for him the generous pat
mage that will encourage him to continue
enlarge his business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08
school Matters,

The State Superintendent of Common
Schools. Hon. Warren johnson, has published
for circulation the Free High School act and
other educational enactments. Although the
proposed schools are termed high schools,
they are not expected to come up, fully, to
the grade of classical schools, or even the Or
binary academy. They will be the "people's
high schools" for superior English and
scientific education, excluding at first simply
all primary classes and affording the general
culture demanded by the increasing business,
manufacturing and mercantile wants of the
times. While therefore the grade of admis-
aion of pupils to these rests virtually with the
school officers of the several towns under the
provisions of this act, with the advise and
consent of the Governor and Council the fol-
lowing minimum grade of admission has been
established this year, indicating the line of
division between the High School and any
lower grade, and the basis upon which GER
tificate for payment of gratuity by the State
will be issued. OF course town committees
can establish higher grade of admission, ac-
cording to the wants and wishes Of the several
communities where the schools are estab-
lished. Examination is required in none but
the branches specified by statute, and as fol-
lows:
Spelling-First fifty pages of ordinary
spelling book.
Reading-Through the Third Reader, so
called.
Writing-At discretion; a fair hand.
English Grammar-To syntax Greene's
Introduction.
Geogrsphy-Through United States, War
ren's Primary Geography.
Observation-Disclosures rules, common
and decimal fractions.
History-Nothng.
hysiology-Nothing.
Book Keeping-Nothing.
Ten questions should be given in each of
the first six branches enumerated. Pupils
answering seventy five per cent. in each
branch should be entitled to admission.
These schools are intended as the American
grade of admission should not be SO high MS
virtually to exclude the more advanced pu-
pills in the public schools, nor so low as to
make them simply "primary" or common
schools of low grade. The good judgment
of the town officers, in whose care practically
these schools are placed, will undoubtedly
suggest standard of admission wisely adap-
ted to secure the interest and confidence of
parents and the highest welfare of the pu-
pills.
The Free High School, forms part of
the public school system, which was estab-
lished for self-preservation, for citizenship
and the common courtesies and reinements
oflife. The Superintendent suggests branches
of study that appear to be of primary impor-
lance to the manufacturing and business in
terests of the State, embracing studies that
are adapted to those intending to engage in
active industrial pursuits. These essentials are
necessary in order to the success of these
schools: LIST, an accomplished, faithful,
skilled teacher; I'd, careful supervision by
school officers Sd, constant, generous inter-
est on the part of parents.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

We hope the admirers of Mr.. Whitehouses
new fence on Chapel street, will notice how
favorably it compares with the artistic ar
rangement of brush-wood on the opposite
side Of the road, and we think if the city au-
thorities would remove what has so long been
a nuisance to the city, it might save some of
the inhabitants from having the cholera.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08
WASHINGTON.
TREASURY BALANCES.

TREASURY BALANCES.
The following were the balances in the
treasury to-day:
Currency, S4,633, 76i
Special deposits of legal tenders
for the redemption of certif-
Gates of deposit, 25,G35. 900
Coin, 75,Ils,3O9
Coin certificates, 26,172,000
Legal tenders outstanding, 1851, 1884, 67
Gen. Gillens report Of the attack upon the
Modoc stronghold with mortars, just SUISSE
quent to the murder of Gen Candy has been
received at the war department but the entire
contents have been substantially stated in
previously published dispatches.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

asOnic.
The Grand Lodge of +. G A. Masons of
|.ine, met in Portland at 0 o'clock Tuesday
,rning, May 9th, David Cargill, Grand Mas
presiding. One hundred and sixteen
iges out of 1872 were represented, at the
ening. A large number of Past Grand off,
8 and visitors were also present.
The morning session was occupied by the
livery of the Grand Masters address, an
stract of which we published yesterday.
siness was referred to the appropriate
knmittees.
lat l2.3 the Grand Lodge called off until
m.
Afternoon. at 2 o'clock. Routine
siness until o'clock, when the election Of
GERS took place, resulting as follows:
Davi1 Cargil Of Augusta, Grand Master.
hilbert Moore of North Arson, Deputy
and Master.
Edward p Burnham of Saco, Senior Grand
arden.
William o. Poor of Belfast, Junior Grand
arden.
Noses Dodge of Portland, Grand Treas
:r.
Ira Berry of Portland, Grand Secretary.
oliver Gerfish, Freeman Bradford, VIM.
lPreble, Committee of Finance.
Stephen J.. Young, +. Loring Talbot,
ustees of Charity Fund for three years.
Called off until 2 o'clock Wednesday after
son.
BRAND CHApTER.-Met at p. m, John
Ballou Of Bath, Grand High Priest, pre-
ing. In his address he positively declined
reelection. The following were elected
Horace II. Burbank Of Limerick, Grand
sh Priest.
Henry L. Paine of Portland, Deputy Grand
lest.
B. Marston of Bangor, Grand King.
Henry r. Taylor of Machias, Grand
ibe. q. g, sTr
M. Burton of Portland, Grand Treas
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

As the season for excursions, celebrations,
nd other occasions appropriate for marching
has come, the thoughtful head of the Cold
Water Templars has provided supply Of
beautiful banners. These are beautifully col
bred merno with the words, CoLp WATER
cEMpLARs in gilt. The size is 30xl8 inches
nd are at an expense of $500 Please order
f the Gen'l Superintendent.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

USE RENNE's PAIN-KILLING MAGIC On.
cit works like charm" There are sizes
put up, and called "Trial Size," "Medium
Size," and Large Family Size" bottles
VIM. Rene & Sons, Pittsfeld, .Mass., Pro-
prietors, to whom orders should be sent. Try
it, friend. may7-ltt&w
TUBERCULAR CoNsUMPTIoN.-Myh health
had been declining since 1858; during the
whole time l was unable to attend to any
work. In February, 1869, was taken with
a dreadful cough, the amount l raised in
twenty -four hours was incredible to tell the
doctors only gave temporary relief. 1 was
advised to use Fellows Compound Syrup of
Hypophosphites. l commenced using it free
ly, and can say, with clear conscience, it
has effected wonders. am now able to work,
which for eleven years was incapable OF.
JAMES JOHNSON.
Hammond River, N. B,
"Fellows' Hypophosphites" must not be
COMPOUNDED with other preparations of lily.
pophosphites, it differs from all others.
may7t&w1w
THE GALES OF ARABY are not spicer than
the aroma which the fragrant Sozodont i'm
parts to the breath. Nor is the heart of the
ivory nut whittier than the teeth that are clean
ed with that matchless fluid.
may6-+eod&
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

Christ church (Unitarian) Of this city, have
Extended call to Rev. l.. +. Beckwith of
cambridge, Mass, to become their perma-
|ent pastor. We understand that he will
|ccept, and shortly enter upon the duties of
is new position. He has supplied the pull
pit here for several Sabbaths, to the great
htisfacton Of the people. We understand
lat Mr.. Beckwith is q young man, 2S years
age, a graduate of Cambridge Divinity
|chool, and fine scholar.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08
FROM NEW YORK.

New York, Z. Press all contain obsequies
of Chief Justice Chase, uniting in eulogy of
his integrity, ability and spotless character.
Flags everywhere are at half mast.
Steamer Scotia took $44, 450 in silver bars
The examination of Mcdonald was con-
tinued to day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08
POLITICAl..

New York, Z. The insurance committee
of the Senate has reported favorably the bill
regulating forfeiture of life insurance poll
cies, so amended that companies are 10 give
thirty days notice to the insured of the time
when premiums are due.
The Judiciary committee of the Senate has
reported favorably the bill dividing the crime
of murder into two degrees.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

The First Baptist church and society of
is city are rejoicing in the extinguishment
portion of the debt contracted in building
Ieir new meeting house. They were $4,000
arrears, which was heavy burden to bear.
thin a few weeks they have raised $4,000
this, and there remains debt of but
1000. In the effort Of liquiia ton they have
ID the kindly assistance Of the following
entlemen outside ofthe society: Hon. Abner
oburn, Hon. Jas. G. Blaine, Col. II. A.
levitt and J. P. Wyman, Esq.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

The enterprisiDg firm of Hutchins and Hor-
pm of East Boston are vigorously proceeding
! it'll the s'National School Festival" This is
| lied with spicy exercises for presentation to
be public in Sabbath School Concert, Tenn
|erance meeting, Missionary Concert or 9TH
r. occasions. 1t is published quarterly at IS
|ents year. Sabbath Schools, Cold Water
temples, Sc, will do we'll to subscribe.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

Mr.. L. Ii. Smell of East Winthrop, received
yesterday by the Boston boat, two handsome
talves, OF the Swiss imported breed, which he
intends to rear for service on his farm. They
we're raised from pure imported stock, in Bel
combine the excellent qualities of the Jer-
sew and Durham.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

tivity, but at tho zane time he demsndsdth
immediate withdfxw&l Of the Rus.
sian expedition, which could not be accepted
by the GAR . 50 - 1888
The Hague, Z. The government of Hol-
land has asked the chamber of deputies for
an appropriation of 100000 forms for ex-
penses of the Acheen war.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

Maj. p. M. Fogler talks of selling his in
featuring Co., as his health will not enable
him to attend to the business of the concern
and his other duties.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

The Methodist Church at Hallowell closes
up year of considerable interest. Thirty
accessions have been made to its membership
and the social meetings, especially those for
youth, have had marked prosperity. The
present pastor, it is expected, will leave at this
present session of Conference.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

Persons designing to buy houses in this
city, should make their purchases now. 1t is
the opinion of business men that real estate
will never be so low again here; and so this
is just thestime to invest. "Nothing venture,
nothing have"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

Mr.. John May of this city, was severely in
jufed on Monday afternoon. He was driving
four horses to Gardiner, to take the Boston
boat, when the horses becoming frightened,
fell back on the carriage in which was Mr..
was badly injured, four of his ribs being
broken.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

ga stitch in time saves nine." 4 dose of
Adamson's Cough Balsam in season, may pre-
vent long cold or fever and perhaps re.
sultant death. Keep it by you continually.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

The money will be refunded in every case
of liver complaint, jaundice, indigestion, dys-
pepsia, dizziness, costiveness, etc., where a
cure 10 not effected by a fair trial Of DR.. Ben.
Nets Celebrated Jaundice Bitters. Put up
only by johnson Bros, Druggists, Augusta,
Maine. +f
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

Hon. James A. Bicknell of Somerville,
Mass, formerly of this city, has sold his
house and lot on Western avenue TO William
Harvey. The price paid is $500.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08
New York Stock Market.
NEW YORK, May
New York Produce N arket.

NEW YoRK. May I.
COTTON sales 9ti oales. mid. uplands l94
FLOUR sales $40; state 5 1913 %: round hoop
Ohio 9Osl0 so; Western WalO 50;Southern COG
IL so
WHEAT 1900 bl; No. q spting 6l3l Il; new
do 50. winter red and amber western leo 9
% -
CORN 1890: steamer 100 7oJi sail 81 9
OATS sales 81 600 white state 5laj2c western
52ojl
FORK Is so; prime. 1895 % .tt
LARD-S ll6994 kettle Sa9l4 steam as89H
BUlTER-staLe. 33s37 Western 308S3
WIilSKEY Western free. 20 90
RCE-Caroiina. 7A9Sh
COFFEE--Ro l9dI94
sUGAR-Porto Rico. 7He7'l :Muscovado.s
ESa
MOLAssEs-N. o. $3.50: Muscovado 2.a3o;
clarified 2Oa3O.
SP'TS TURPENTINE-j2I.-
ROSIN-3 30
PETROLEUM-crude. 9al0ts: refined, 20
20.4
lALLOW-S4 81.
FREiGIITS TO LiVERPOOI-Coton str. I'd !;
per sail cad; Grain per str. 5d corn per str.
Q Grain 81
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BOSTON ITEMS.
Base Ball

Boston, l. Arrived, steamer Norman,
ship Gospel, Cuba.
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FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL.
New York Money Market.
New York, May 7.
EVENING REPORT.

The monetary situation to-day was easy, with a
good supply Of loans at per cent gold down to 5,
with and as general rates. Exports of produce
for week largest ever known. Legal tenders
outstanding show decrease of $3.50 Gold
quiet and lower closing at ll7tl and ll7l. Ster.
ling exchange dull, 1857 and 1881 for sixty
days, and 1927 and lo9n for sight. Loans 2and 7
per cent gold. Clearings s5o,OOO,OOO. Treasury
disbursements $3s0O0O. Custom receipts $35O, OOO
Governments onequarter better and firm. State
bonds dull.
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!.
New York, 4. Atlantics G, Baltimores 5.
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WEATHER..

WAR DEPARTMENT.,
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER. !
Washington, May rs p. NJ.
For Canada and the New England States,
increasing cloudiness, diminishing pressure
and occasional rain.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

IRA Berry of Portland, Grand Secretary.
J. a. Drummond, Oliver Gerrish, Nathan
Woodbury., Committee on Finance.
The Grand Chapter called off until o'clock
Wednesday morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08
House and Lot for Sale.

1NHE Cottage House and Lot on the lane leading
Il south from Green street, near Chestnut street
owned by II. NJ. Rines and occupied by Charles
Weeks, are offered for sale.
Inquire of &. +. HODGkINS, at Railroad Wood
shop, Augusta. mayS-tH
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loral and State Mems.

Farmers are sowing the Lost Nation
wheat in this vicinity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

Berry's juvenile dancing school, to begin
on Wednesday afternoon of next week, is to
be of an unexceptionable character.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

Try the Ajax, Dandy, Harvest Moon, Rip
Van Wrinkle and Regalia Cigars, the best in
the market. sfeb24-t3m
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WANTED I!

OK GIRLS to learn to sew straw. Apply imme-
~ diately at e. A. LINNEkIN'S Hat and
Bonnet Bleachery, Oak street. west of Post Office,
Augusta, Me. mayS-ttf
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Dien.

In Cape Elizabeth, 9Th inst, Mrs. Phoebe Jordan,
aged "a years.
In Paris, s4th ult., Cyprian Hall, aged so years
months.
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CANADA.

Montreal, Z. Fire at Tannercs yesterday
destroyed the greater part of the village.
One hundred families are homeless.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-05-08

Mr.. Geo. II. Cross has bsughta house LOT
on North Street of Hannah Sargent.
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STATE PENSION.

THE undersigned Committee on State Pensions
/ will be in session at the Aldermens Room,
:, ranite Block, on Wednesday the 23d day of April
instant, at O'Clock Z. NJ, and each succeeding
Wednesday at the same hour, for four weeks, to
examine into any cases that may be presented, of
applicants for State Pension.
Z. ATKINS.
W. ii. LIBBY.
AUGUSTA, April 10, 1873. apr2l-tiw
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A PAYING BUSINESS

Is OFFERED to every energetic man who wants
to make frou SO to $15 week we want such
agents, local and travelling in every city and town
IN New England. For particulars, cali or nd.
dress. with stamp, w. f. STErSON & CO., once,
over the Quincy Market, Boston, Mass. twl9
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Cincinnati Produce Market

CINCINNATI, May 7.
MESS PORK-IS 90
LARD tile S1s 1Df steam So 99k summer ;
winter
BULK MEATS-sdes o. clear rib 90; Shout
ders ia
BACoN-shoulder, 77sas; clear rib 10; sides
0%a10}s
wHIsKEY- es1 ~
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House for Sale.

L L. BEALE 4 CO,
mayS-t3t Paint Shop.