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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
Nineteenth Maine Regiment Re
Union.

The first Reunion OF the 10th Regiment Maine
Volunteers will be held at Bath ON the 25th day OF
August. There will be meeting for election of Of
cers and other business, at City Hall, at $50 Z. NJ
In the evening the members of the Regiment will
dress will be delivered by Gen /. W. Starbird, and
historic Grafton pronounced by Lieut.. Col. j. w.
Spaulding. At the close of the exercises at the
hail. banquet will be given at the Sagadahoc
House.
Ii it is desired by those present at the business
meeting, arrangements will be made for an excur.
sion to the seaside on the morning of the 26th.
1t is hoped that on this occasion there will be u
general gathering of our comrades of the old 18th
that every man who was at any time connected with
the Regiment will make unusal endeavor to be
present at the troll CALI #tI#
In order to complete the arrangements for the
banquet and 10 estimate the expenses which will
necessarily be incurred for that and the other ex
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
FROM NEW YORK.

New York, "a, The L. s. gun boat Des
patch, With Senators Sargent and Conover or
board, arriled to-day from Portsmouth, New
Hampshire.
The widow of Henry P. Raymond wa;
robbed in Brooklyn St., to-day, of her pocket
book containing $3.50, but the thief was cap.
tured by an officer and the money restored
A German paper of this city publishes the
extraordinary statement that Horace Greedy
died Roman Catholic.
cable despatch from Joseph Arch, dated
Birmingham, to-day, says, Mr.. Arthur Clay.
den will arrive in New York next week, on
steamship Minnesota. His mission is to report
on Virginia and North Carolina as fields for
labor for middle classes of English emigrants
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
Personal.

John Berry, Esq, Postmaster at Gardiner.
leaves to-day for Watervillc, Kansas, where he
will remain several weeks. He has son living in
that place.
1t is expected that Rev. Mr.. Snow of Auburn, is
on his way home from San Francisco.
Mr.. Henry Chase, formerly of this city, has re-
ceived an appointment clerk in the granite cut
ting business at Clark's Island.
Senator Hamlin, Hon. Eugene Hale, Secretary
Delano Of the Interior Department, and his private
Secretary, S. A. Plummer, Esq, came to this city
yesterday, and are the guests of Speaker Blaine.
Mr.. j. w. Bangs of Boston, formerly of this
city, is now spending few days with his family in
this city. He is the same genial, go-ahead fellow
as cver and as his friends will be glad to know, is
successful in business. lie is member Of the firm
of Bangs, Weston & Co., manufacturer and
dealers in doors, sash and blinds; mandatory at
Bath, and sales warehouse at lis Eliot street,
Boston.
Mr. Thomas p. Shaw of Bath, for some time IN
the office of Mr.. Clapp, Genl Ticket Agent ofthe
Maine Central in this city, is now in the Treasur
cr's Office of the f. & N. A. Railway at Bangor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
NEWS BY TELEGRAPH
TO THE
Daily Kennebef Scnrnal.
PORTLAND.

Portland, "a. Judge Clifford, in the U. 5.
Circuit Court, sustained the decision of Judge
Fox in the District Court in an important
case. Wells of Portsmouth, N. H., sued the
Maine Steamship Co., for the value of liquors
brought by them from New York, to be sent
to him in Portsmouth, which were seized by
the Sheriff, under the Maine law, and des-
troyed. The decision was in favor of the
Company, and the owner has no recourse
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
FROM HALIFAX.

Aug. "a. The English team concluded
their first inning with a total of l5S. The
Canadians followed with l03 for the second
innings, leaving the English SO to make in
the second innings to win. The game will
be finished tomorrow. The Halifax team
will play all corners.
Morris, of Pittsburg, has replied to George
Brown that the time named by the latter fol-
race Sept. Sd is too short, and offered
Brown $500 for expenses if he will go tc
Pittsburg and row about the middle of Sep
TENDER.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
Chicago, Aug. "a, 1874


Flour-quet-extr spring 75a5 IS.
Wheat-No, spring, 99-a--; No. g. S9-a!0
!i1a; No. ,, cash, e942l; Aug, 99d-: Sept.
II; rejected, S5as5,
Corn--So. :. mixed, cash, -aC54 Aug, -s65-i
Sep, IS, rejected, 6ilaa2i.
Oats No. :. a.; cash, ss':; Aug Sslsa; -
rejected, ga.
he-No. ,, ia
Rrley-No. spring 9O-a90; No. spring 9ta9C
Dressed Hogs-6 0Oa6 25-.
Pcrk-22 '4a23-- cash; Aug % 0o-a25o0; Sep.
- -a22 10.
Lard u Is, cash; Sep, IA zsal5; Aug.
10 90.
aIa +; short clear mid I3na1.
Green meats-shoulders =; short ribs -.
Hams II lbs average ais.
Whiskey-9Ia91.
Freghts-Corn to Buffalo, Sd; wheat do SIX
a.
Receipts 900 -four; 2i2 900 wheat; 244, coo corn
G6,OO0 oats; = 900 rye; l. 900 barley.
shipments - 1000 flour; 10000 wheat; lii 600
corn; iG 600 oats: 1000 barley; 0,OO0 rye.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
CANADA.

Toronto, "a. A terrible accident occurred
here last night. While Rev. Mr.. Day was
preaching in Holy Trinity church, his eldest
daughter, about twenty years OF age, and a
Young son, ten years of age, were at home.
The boy picked up gun which had been
careessly left loaded in a bedroom, and point
ing it at his sister, said, "Do you want me to
shoot your" at the same time pulling the trig-
ger. He literally blew off the side Of the
Young lady's head
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
PENNSYLV ANA.

Wilkisbarre, 24 All the coal companies
doing business in Wyoming and Lackawanna
Valley stopped work yesterday. The markel
is being over-stocked. They expect to re.
sumo the first of September. Twenty thous-
and men and boys will have no employment
during the suspension.
Philadelphia, "a. The Carpenters Com
pany of Philadelphia will celebrate the Tooth
anniversary of the meeting of the Centennial
Congress, in their Hall in the rear of 322
Chestnut St, Saturday, Sept. 9TH at 80
o'clock, ?. NJ. The ceremonies will consis,
of an Grafton by Henry Armitt Brown, and
other appropriate services by the owners OF
the editice.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
CUBA.

Havana, "a. On and after Sept. LIST Gus
tom duties will be payable entirely in gold.
Puerta Plata, Sth. The attempted revolu-
ton at Santiago De Las Caballeros in favor
of Baez proved a failure and materially in
jured the interests of those who participated
in it, particularly number Of Spanish mer-
chants of Santiago, some of whom have left
the country.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
,rcnce occurs "Wednesday. the 2eth. Bro. pins

ference occurs Wednesday, the 26th Bro. Dins.
more of Wnslow Is to be present.-The Nassal-
boro' Union conference occurs ct the Oak Grove
adjoining the Seminary, on Saturday the 29th.-
China and Albion Union S. S. Conference follows
on Wednesday, Sept. 9th, at the Friends church
near China town house, an able list Of speakers
are being engaged-Thc "Friends" are preparing
their fall campaign series of revival meetings, and
will probably commence operations in Thorndikc
vicinity-Thc veteran levyalist, Eli Jones, Is OK
pected to reach home from New Hampshire this
week JUvERNA.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

against him by Theodore Tilton, except the
specification that he (Tilton) had been mar.
ried to Elizabeth M. Robinson, now Elizabeth
r. Tilton. The paper was very brief, max
ing not more than ten lines of manuscript.
The paper passed through the hands of the
Secretary of the State, Hon. WIN. Butterfeld,
this evening, who made the necessary certii-
Gates upon it, after which it was sent by mail
to MIR. Shearman in N. Y. Mr.. Beecher re-
turned to the Twin Mountain House after con-
GLIDING his business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

Sin is often the result of physical ill-health
and feeble stomachs. During one-third of
our time the process of digestion continues.
To be dyspcptic is to be miserable; dyspepsia
is the foundation of fevers and all the diseas-
cs of the blood, liver skin and kidneys. Dys
pepsa yields to the virtues of the vegetable
ingredients in that great purifier of the blood
and restorer of health, DR.. Walkers Vinegar
Bitters. aug2l- +&w4w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
WinslOvv Union s. $, Convention-Sunday
school Items.

The Winslow Union s. s. Cony enton took place
nj Lambs Corner, on Saturday last, in the grove.
Opening address by Rev. b. c. Wentworth of
China.
Question-"Who are responsible for the success
of S. S. Work" Speakers-Chas Hodges of Wins
low, G. Files of North Vassalboro, Rev. A. j. Mel
son of China "Obsacles to S. S. Work. Speak
ers-Rev. Thos. b. Nichols of Vassalboro', j. W.
Jacob of China Deacon Palmer of Winslow, and
the president,-Rev. John Dinsinore.
AT the close of basket dinner, the venerable DR..
Thos Adams opened the second session with
prayer. Most encouraging reports from the town
Sunday Schools were received from Superinten-
dents in the Union, Congregational, Baptist and
Methodist. The topic of "Poor Teachers" was
discussed by DR.. Adams and Rev. Mr.. Crumlin of
Wateryille Convention closed with addresses to
the children, by Bros. Crumlin and Jacob.
The Winslow S. S. Conference ON the 22d, was
decidedly a success. The genial presence of ven
cradle DR.. Adams lent charm to the occasion.
The North Windsor Union Sunday School con-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
NEW BRUNSWICK.

ST. Sohn, "a A fire broke out Sunday
morning in a stable on Kings Square, and
three horses, one veay valuable peris he'd.
The fire extended to some adjoining dwellings
doing considerable damage. In one instance
about $4,000 in cash and notes were lost. The
only insurance, as for as known, is $1,000.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

Renne's Pain-Kiling Magic Oil should be
kept by every family Sudden sickness is the
time you want it, and night or day it is first
rate doctor in the house. Its timely use
cures headache, cholera morbus, sudden
colds, prevents fevers, &c. Try it faithfully
Sold by merchants. augl9-'&w1w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
M MASSACHUSETTS,.

Boston, 81. Joseph II. Billings, we'll
known wool merchant, died to-day.
A fire in Everett this evening burned the
barn of Mr. Morrison, expressman, with en-
tire contents, including horses and 8 cows.
Loss $500.
Abijah Hastings, farmer of Revere, was
thrown from buggy day and killed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

The gallant Nineteenth Maine hold their first
reunion to-day, at Bath. In the evening an adj
dress is to be given by Gen. |. W. Staibird, and a
historic Grafton pronounced by Col. j. W. Srauld-
ing of Richmond. 1t is hoped to make the occa-
sion pleasant gathering Of the comrades of the
cold Nineteenth"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

REMovAL.-F. c. Foote has removed her
stock of hair goods to l40 Water ST., over
Pierce's Book Store, where she will be pleas
ed to exhibit TO old and new customers her
large assortment Of switches, braids, natural
curls, &c. Work of all kinds done to order.
iune6- ttf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL.
New York Money Market.
New York. Aug, "a, 1874.
EVENING REPORT.

Gold 1927.
The Assist Treasurer paid out to-day $32 600
on account of interest and Sl5, 900 in payment of
bonds.
Custom receipts, $5i7 coo.
Money asy at p and J. per cent.
Sterling quiet and!steady isGha4s74 for 90 days
Is l4a490 for demand.
The rates for carrying were lalla per cent.
Business of the gold exchange bank:
Gold balances sI,04s, s92
Gross clearances 20 ,2i3,Ute
Currency balances ll57s75
Government bonds quiet and firm
State bonds nominal.
Clearing House Statement
Currency Exchange, S65 054,51l
Currency Balances, 3251 ,544
Gold Exchange, ,i22 ,l75
Gold Balances, s,e34, Sal
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
Cincinnati produce Market:

Cincinnati, Aug. "a, 1871.
PORK-firm, at s23 O0a23. 39-+
LARD-steam l4ab-; kettle, 16 lax.
BULK MEATS-shoulders s%-1; clear rib sides
RAa-; clear sides 121-d.
Observation-Disclosures oss clearsrib sides l3I
G; clear sides l3l3a.
WHISKEY-S6-a .5
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
AT thirty. five the average American discov

At thirty five the average American discov-
ers that he has an "Infernsl Stomach" and
goes into the hands Of the doctors for the
remnant of his life. Prevention is better than
cure, but DR.. Walkers Vinegar Bitters will
both cure and prevent dyspepsia, diseases OF
the skin, liver, kidneys, and bladder, and all
disorders arising from an ''infernal stomach. y
iuly22- +4w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

Probably the largest gathering of Odd Fellows
ever known in the State will be held at Portland
to-day The lodges on the Kennebec will be well
represented, the delegates going up by the early
train and returning in the evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
LOUISIANA.

Baton Rounge, "a. The Conservative
State Convention met at noon yesterday.
Alex. DeClautt was chosen temporary chair
man. Every parish in the State but three
was represented and harmony prevailed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

Senator Morrill, has returned to the city from
Saratoga, where he has been in consultation with
the other members Of the congressional committee
on the proposed new government for the District
of Columbia. The committee organized, and after
consultation agreed upon a general plan Of opera
tons. Before maturing their report, 10 be made
at the next meeting Of Congress, the necessary
statutes will be drawn up and decided upon by the
committee at another meeting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

crcises It is important that the committee should
be informed at an early day Of the number that
will be present. Arrangements have been made
with the railroad Companies for reduced rates oil
fare to those desiring to attend
Those intending to be present should inform
Lieut.. J. w. Wakefield at Bath.
Col. f. ID. SEwALL
GEN. SELDEN CONNOR,
LIEUT.. COL. j. w. SPAULDISG,
SURGEON J. O. A. HAYES,
QUARTER MAsTERJ. W. WAKEFIELD,
CAPT. w. II. EMERY,
Col, W. II. FOGLER,
SERGr. OSCAR MAYO,
auglS-spn'tld Er. Committee.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
ARKANSAS.

Little Rock, "a. The returns from the
Democratic State Conventions for nearly half
the counties in the State, show the election of
delegates instructed to vote for Baxter at the
approaching convention.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

The stable of Reucl Howard in Watcrvilc, was
entered Saturday night, and valuable horse
buggy and harness taken. The property was val
ued at about $500. The carriage was traced down
to springer's Ferry in Sidney, and there all clue
was lost.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

Henry A. Hall &c Co., have gone into the pub
fishing business, their first effort being 'Ihe 10y
al Kitchen"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

Sneaker Blaine is to address the republican
county convention at Skowhegan' on thursday
the 9th inst, at two o clock r. NJ.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

The brick house on Summer street, known as
the Potter house, has been sold to D. c. Robin
son, Esq, and will be thoroughly renovated and
modernzed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

A movement is being made in Watervle to Sc
cure first class course of lectures the next session
Where is the Augusta Library and Literary Asso-
citation
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
ZoraI and State Mems.

The fall term Of Oak Grove Seminary at Vas
salboro', begins to-day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
VIRGINIA..

Warrenton, "a. The following is by au
thority: The difficulty between Col j. S
Mosby and Capt. A. ID. Payne has been THU
day amicably and honorably adjusted.
(Signed)
ETA HINTON,
JAMES KEITH.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

Business is apparently very quiet in town, but
still houses for rental are in demand. 1t is almost
impossible to procure good rent.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

"Don't forget" to call for Adamson's Boz
tanic Cough Balsam when troubled with a
cough or cold. For sale by all druggists.
apgl9-+eod&wl
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

The national cawpmecting beginning at Old
Orchard on the Sth of September and continuing
five days, promises to be grand affair. Several
of the most eminent men in the temperance field
have promised to be present. Railroads aad
steamboats, throughout the country will give free
return tickets to all who attend the meetings.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

At convention of the Cushnoc and Atlantic En-
CINE Companies, held at Atlantic Hall, Monday
evening, Aug. a, it was voted that the thanks OF
theee Companies be extended to The Hon. JAMES
G. BLAINE for his liberal and unsolicited donation
cept.on of the N0nantum S. f. f. Co., of Newton,
Mass who to visit this city Thursday, Sept 10,
1874, as the guests Of the above Companies.
III. T. MORSE, Chairman.
j, II. CHANDLER, Secretary.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

The great little original General Tom Thumb,
accompanied by his wife, Commodore Mutt, and
Miss Minnie Warren, give two levees and enter
tainments in this city, on Wednesday tomorrow
afternoon and evening, in Granite Hall, assisted
by Major Newell, the Skatorial Phenomena. 1t
has been some time since the little General was
this way. He and the members of his company
have gained fresh charms in their extended tour
around the world and have therefore added fasci-
nations to draw a crowd of admirers. The ladies
will display the great variety and richness of their
dresses and their diamonds ofthe first water which
have been procured at an outlay of ten thousand
pounds sterling. The entertainment of itself will
be rich affair." as each member of the troupe con-
tributes to its interest Ladies and children had
better attend the afternoon exhibition.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25

A gentleman who has made flying trip through
the eastern section of the state, says that
the apple crop in that locality will be double
that of last year. Grain is good, wheat IN partic-
ular, farmers raising more than enough to supply
the wants of their families. If the frost holds OIL
there will be good corn crop.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
The following list embraces some of the lars

Mr.. j. X. Osgood of Gardiner, agent for the
Franklin Lightning Rod Co., of Cambridgeport,
Mass, has been roding houses in this city and vi
cinity for the last few days. The recent heavy
thunder showers have greatly helped the gentle
man in his business. lie has put rods upon the
houses of Col. Dewitt, Hon. John L. Stevens, DR..
Bell and Col. Stanley. Among the large number
who have tested this rod and know its virtues are
DIR. Torsey, Speaker Blaine, l.. L. Lincoln Prof
Smith and Others who with other scientific men
pronounce the rod superior to all others. Mr.. Os-
good has done his work here in a most faithful
manner, and as he remains but short time long
er, those who desire to have rods applied to their
buildings should make immediate application.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
tHarrifo.

In Bath, 18th inst, Frederic H. Thomas to Miss
Lizzie l.. Young.
In Brewer, goth inst, John 2. DrummOnd to
Miss Annie NJ. Robinson, both of Bangor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-25
TILTON-BEECHER SCANDAL.

TILTON.BEECHER SCANDAL.
"A Statement from Chicago,
MORE INVESTIGATIONS AND
MALEDICTIONS.
Another Statement from Mr..
Theodore Tilton.
Charges and Retorts, Statements and
Measurements. Assertions aud
Contradictions.
Bowen Sues the Eagle for Libel.
BEECHER'S DENIAL OF CHARGES
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1874-11-20
tory

Speaker Blaine has written 4 letter to the
Portland Press in regard to a paragraph
mentioning him as a probable candidate for
Senator, in which he states that he should
under no circumstances accept the senator
ship. He says =" | accepted the candidacy
and election to serve the people of the Kenne-
bee district a. representative in the forty
fourth Congress, and from that duty | could
not be turned, even were the senatorship
offered me and of that have seen no indica-
ton. lie expresses his judgment that
Maine would best consult her highest in
terests in returning Mr.. Hamlin to the Sen
ate.
Dom Piatt not only calls Gen Banks the
best Speaker and the best Governor. but
also " the ablest General of which our
country can boast" That is piling 1t on
rather thick.
Mr.. Thompson. Ben Buffers successor
elect is making some pretty sensible speeches.
lie SAID IN one, since the election
| say this. that that man who comes be-
lore You and demands your Suffrages 50 far
shows that he is unworthy Of them. There
Is no man in the community who has any
claim upon you. iellow-citizens. 1t is YOU
who have claims upon those whom you
elect. They have no right to demand of
you. II would be well If those who are
pressing their claims. often with such earn
c>tness for an election, understood that in
politics it is often as it is in religion, that
whosoeyer will save his life shall lose it and |
he ought to lose it. A man who is striving
10 advance his own personal ends by the |
means of the ballot-box certainly ought not
to have anything favorable there. Why do |
You want people attempting to impress |
upon you their fitness for Office? Don't Won |
know yourselves the parties that you want
to serve yDu