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Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1874-05-19

- EaAnAuA O<eDCs
One painful case was that of DR.. E. n.
Johnson, of Williamsburg, who seized his
two children, and in company with his
wife started for high prominence just out
side of the village. He became exhausted
and stopped for moment to rest; the flood
came before he could get away, and all
were lost, his wife prefering to share death
herself rather than abandon the ones she so
dearly loved.
There are numerous other cases where
whole families were swept away.
More Rotten Reservoirs.
NORTHAMPTON, May 1S.-0n the west
branch of Mill river is the Goshen reservoir,
larger nearly by one-half than the bursted
Ashfield, to which it has always been reck-
oned inferior in strength. Ii is owned by
some whose fortunes their own reservoir
has Jus: wrecked. The people Of the val
lev sent up Saturday three messengers
in quick succession to get the gateway OF
the Goshen reservoir opened and left open
till the dam could be examined and
strengthened if necessary. The gate-keeper
refused to open il, and finally, on Saturday,
the agent of the water company went up In
person and compelled him to let off the
water. Here there are two reservoirs, one
above the other in the same line. The
over and larger one is twelve years old,
ond the latter new. The people of Mill
River Valley promise to themselves that no
want of care shall make possible anolh'r
overwhelming disster.
A Cheek from Ben Butler.
BosToN, Nay ls.-Llberal eontribu-
lions are making in Boston and vicinity for
the relief of The suffering by the Mill River
disaster. Among the earliest contributions
was a $500 check from Gen. Butler.
The Search work for weeks-The
Disaster Increasing I'm Proportions
SPRINGFIELD, MASS, May 1S.-The
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1874-05-19
Hunting for his wife.

One poor fellow worked alone for an
hour around the wreck of his own house,
which was carried away a half mile from
its place. He lifted up the boards and
timbers very carefully, peering inside them
so anxiously that throng soon assembled
around to watch his movements. I'm
hunting for my wife, he said when ques-
toned. s'She was in this house when the
food came, and she must be near it now"
Those who tried to help him were scarce
" able to do so, because he would have
each board lifted as carefully as if the body
lay below. He worked until late in the
afternoon before he learned that her body
was among those found on Warmers flats.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1874-05-19
The Civil Service.

Mr.. Spencer submitted a resolution re-
questing the President to transmit to the
Senate the answers received by the Civil
Service Commission from the heads of de-
partments and bureaus, in regard to the
effect of the civil service rules and regula-
tiOns in their respective Offices. Agreed to.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1874-05-19

The dead Of Williamsburg number 81.
The town hall was thick with uncoffined
bodies, principally Of women and children.
The churches were closed, and the pastors
and people devoted their whole time to the
care of the dead, which were removed to
the receiving vault at the cemetery as rap
idly as the burial facilities permitted.
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FOREIGN.

jan3i cod tin nOv3
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1874-12-15
Ferry Village.

The third lecture of the course will be deliv-
cred on Thursday evening, Dec. 18th, at the M.
E. Church, by Rev. Thomas Hill of Portland.
Subject: A May Day on the Island of Juan
Fernandez.
At town meeting held last Friday the town
voted to instruct the Selectmen to petition the
Legislature to pass an act requiring the county
of Cumberland to furnish suitable ferry land
ing in the city of Portland to accommodate a
steam team ferry boat, and also to use theil
moral influence to assist any number of respon-
sibe citizens of the town in procuring char
ter to run said ferry boat, providing they will
agree to run the same at a less rate of fare
than is now charged. Messrs. r. S. Smart
Cyrus Cole, w. r. Dyer, together with the
municipal officers and Representative elect,
were appointed to carry the above resolves into
effect, and also invite Portland to co operate
with Cape Elizabeth to secure such legislation
District No. IA have their new school house
about completed. 1t is 32x42 feet, and will &C.
commodate seventy scholars. Mr. Fassett Of
Portland furnished the plans, and has done
himself great credit as it is model of beauty.
The Baptist Society of Knightville, are put
ting in foundation for new church to be 40x
80 feet, and to cost $4,000. -
Mr. George Barstow is building cottage
house near the North Congregational church
John w. jordan, I'd, has completed his cottage.
The Town House is nearly finished. A.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1874-12-15

The MUsEUM.-Last evening "Richeleu"
was presented at the Museum with Mr.. Wye
man Marshall in the title role. Mr.. Marshall
gave noble and worthy Interpretation of the
great cardinal, one eminently satisfactory to
the audience. 1t was fine piece of acting. He
was called before the curtain at the end of the
first act and again in the strong scene where
he Launches the curse of Rome"
Miss Cameron was an eminently satisfactory
Julie, and her rendition was a finished one.
Mr.. Bascomb as De Barads. the proud, ar
rogant and intriguing favorite, did excellently.
1t is part in which he is at home, and he did
himself great credit by his impersonation last
evening.
Mr.. Calder, though not quite satisfactory as
De Mauprat showed some good acting. espec
tally in the first act.
The new scene painter, Mr.. Richards, gave a
taste of his quality in an effective and appro-
pirate portraiture of the cardinals apartment.
The play will be repeated this evening. 1t de-
serves and should receive crowded house.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1874-12-15

RAILROAD OPENINGs.-The Bangor & Bucks
port was Informally opened Saturday and the
first passenger train passed overit from Ban
cor to Bucksport. 1t left the depot of the Eu-
ropean & North American railway at IL o.
clock in the forenoon with small party of
gentlemen who went down to meet the steam
er Cambridge on her arrival at Bucksport
from Boston. On reaching Bucksport the au-
spicious event was greeted with the firing of
guns, while great crowd Of the townspeople
flocked to the depot in expressive delight at
the occasion so long anticipated. The return
trip occupied an hour, the passengers from the
Cambridge being on board.
The Guilford extension is completed and on
Saturday party of prominent railroad officials
and citizens of Bangor passed over it. After
inspecting the road the party returned to
Guilford, taking dinner there. Mayor Blake
of Bangor will call meeting soon of the City
Council to accept the additional $40 miles of
this road, and in accordance with existing
agreements, arrange for the issuance of the
city bonds to the railroad company, at the rate
of $4,000 per mile.
On Saturday new and important freight
connection was made between the European
and North American ard the IntercOlonial
railways, whereby through freights to and
from the West have no delay at st. John, as
heretofore,
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1874-12-15

SHAKEsPEARIAN REoITAL.-If the weather is
favorable this evening City Hall will doubtless
be filled. The programme can be found in the
advertisement. All lovers Of Shakespearian
recitals should improve the opportunity to hear
Mr.. Bartlett in his fine rendering. He will
recite scenes from "Henry the Eighth"
"Othello," and Gas You Like It," The enter
tainment will conclude with THE Charg of the
Six Hundred 'Sappho' will sing ''Where
the Bee Sucks" and 'sThe Nest in the Fir
Tree Between each selection Oh ,ndlers
orchestra will perform select music. The tick
cts are put at a reasonable price and the hall
should be crowded. Secure your seats at Stock.
hridua's
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Brief BOtfings

Wintersh; the mercury retired to 20 below
zero at two o clock this morning.
The Sheridan Cadets go to Lewiston Friday
to have grand bali at City Hall.
The Unitarians of Presque Isle hold a .ar
next Monday, to provide themselves VIII
hymn books The Unitarian pastors in Port
land will promptly forward money or CART icies
entrusted to their care.
Last evening was the col lest OF the season.
and siill the places of amusements were crowd
cd.
Only one session of school ye-terday owing
to the storm.
The St. Stephens society hold their Christ
mas sale at the Y, NJ. G. A. hall Friday after
noon and evening.
Private advces received by A. & S. E Spring
confirm the dispatches relative to the suppress
sion of the Buenos Ayres rebellion.
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SoyEREIGNs OF INDUsTRY.-A council OF
Soyereigns of Industry was organized at cape
Elizabeth on Saturday, by special deputy Isaac
Libby. and the following officers were elected:
Alex. Higgins, President; Charles p. Brackett'
Vice President; Freeman c. Brown, Secretary
Charles P. Trickey, Treasurer; Alonzo u
Chaplin, Lecturer; Andrew j. Cash, Steward;
Ezra Wright, Assistant Steward; Cyrus T.
Roberts, Inner Guard; Erastus E. Lombard
Outer Guard.
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THE SroRM.-The snow storm that began
here Sunday night, unlike all others this sea
son, was a success. The snow began to fall
about dark Sunday night and continued until
yesterday noon. About four inches OF ilght
snow was the result. The trains on the Name
Central were delayed little, but no damage
was done as far as heard from. Although the
snow along the line of the Grand Trunk was
deep in places, the trains all arrived on time.
The afternoon train on this road was fifty min
utes late at Gorham, but through the efficiency
of Joe Chandler, the engineer, it arrived here
on time.
The sIeighing is not very good, as the snow
is very light and does not 'pack.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1874-12-15

SWEDISH CoNCERT.-The Swedish concert at
City Hall called out good house and amply
repaid the listeners. The national music of the
Scandinavians, much of it wildly mournful, and
some breathing the very spirit of the old Ber-
serkers, was given, and called forth warm and
well deserved applause. piano solo by Miss
Katie Stevens, aud a violin duo by Master
johnson, were very pleasing. The double quar-
tette was deserving of all the good things which
have been said
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Municipal Court.
JUDGE MORRIS PRESIDING.

JUDGE NORRIS PRESIDING
MoNDAY-Albert w. Bradbury ct ais Petl-
toners Upon the foregoing petition it is ordered
hat on and after Tuesday, the fifteenth day of De-
eember A. d. 1874 the trial of criminal cases will
commence at 10 a. m. The Court will be in session
from nine until ten O'clock for the receiving OF COM
plants and the issuing of warrants. The hours for
the transaction of civil business will remain as here
tofore.
Attest: L. Kilder Recorder.
William Purvis vs. Harrison Dill. Action OF debt
for the recovery Of a tax.
Purves. FRANK.
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CONGRESS SQUARE.-A very pleasing enter
tainment was given at Congress Square vestry
last evening. This evening fine concert will
be given, and the sale of Christmas gifts will
be continued. This fair affords an excellent
chance to procure presents for the Christine as
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Personal.

j. D. Sanborn, Esq. ex-revenue contractor.
is in town.
Messrs. Marshall and Hayden of the Museum
are at the Preble.
Hon Arson P. Morrill, has bought the Bick-
nell house in Augusta and expects to remove
from Readfield.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1874-12-15

FIRE AT THE CAPE.-About noon yesterdays
fire destroyed double house on Mill Creek,
just beyond Knightsville, owned by Mr..
Mansfield, and occupied by the owner, Mr..
Charles Lowell and another family. The most
of the furniture was saved. the origin of the
fire is not known. The house was valued at
about $500 and was not insured.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1874-12-15

RuSAwAY.-As the train arrived on the
Grand Trunk yesterday afternoon the sonnd OF
escaning steam frightened horse attached to
a lob wagon standing near the depot and he
ran up India street, but was stopped af'er
long chase before any injury was done.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1874-12-15

An adjourned meeting of the Board of May
or and Aldermen was held yesterday afternoon,
at which the following business was transact
ed:
The petition for increased wharf facilities
for the Grand Trunk, and the report of the
special committee thereon, came up for consid-
Grafton.
Alderman Clement said there were some
doubts if the Alderman from ward i've had
been notified, and he therefore suggested an
adjournment.
Alderman Daves agreed with the Alderman
front ward six as to the propriety of adjourning
without action. But he wished to hear the
order submitted at the last meeting read once
more, SO he might obtain clear comprehen-
sion of it.
The order was read by the Mayor
Alderman Smith said there seemed to be
some Misrepresentation in the minds OF the
signers to the petition, and of citizens gener-
orally, as to the probable cost to the city, anu
so he moved a recommitment of the report,
with instructions to report on the cost.
Alderman Gerrsh thought the cost fully set
forth in the report already made, and so OPP
posed a recommitment, while favorins an ad-
journment.
Alderman Smith wanted little more light
ON the matter of the interest on the invest
ment,
The Mayor stated that the sinking fund ac-
count in thirty years, on the basis of $13O,OOO,
would amount to $3S7, 125. Compromising the
interest, the sum would be about $6OO,O For
the first sixteen years the city would be payin g
out fol the benefit of the Grand Trunk. After
that the balance would be in favor OF prospect
i've taxpayers. In answer to question from
Alderman Gould, the Mayor said the city
would not be expected or obliged to make re-
pairs on the property.
Alderman Clement said that whenever an
arrangement should be made with the Grand
Trunk,it should only hold good while the term
mus of the road was in this city.
Alderman bark said Mr.. Corser, who circu :
ated the petition, understood and so stated to
igners, that the city was to be fully reimbursed
for all outlay.
The order was taken from the table and the
meeting was adjourned to Tuesday evening
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NASHUA ExCURsIoN.-The citizens OF Nash
ia have issued invitations to the prominent
merchants of Portland, Worcester, and the
towns on the line of the road, to visit the city
of Nashua on Wednesday next. Invitations to
the number of about $50, in ALL have been is
sued. The guests from Portland will take the
a. M. train over the Rochester road Wednes-
day morning, arriving in Nashua about II
o'clock. After viewing the city banquet will
be INDUCED in followed by speeches, and at
N m. the train will leave for home, arriving IN
tb;s c;tv ahout IL o'clock.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1874-12-15

SOME OYsrERs.-The schooner Odell, with d
carrying capacity of 5000 bashels, has been
chartered by James Freeran to load oysters at
Norfolk for this city. This is the largest cargo
ever shipped to this city, and it is expected
that tl.ey will arrive in time for Christmas.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1874-12-15

TEMPERANCE MEETINGs.-Chestnut street
church was filled last evening. After Few
remarks by the pastor and a short address by
w. Babson, ESD, reformed man, the balance
of the evening was very pleasantly passed IN
listening to the soul inspiring music OF the
Hutchinson family. This evening there will
be temperance meeting in the veslry Oh tne
same church, to be continued night after nlght
for some length of time.
The meeting at the Allen Mission was IN
tensely interesting, and large number OF men
of the sea and others signed the temperance
pledge, and it was decided to hold a similar
meeting this evening.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1874-12-15

DIR. O'FITzGERALD, the wonderful Clairvoy.
ant physician and surgeon, will visit Portland
at United States Hotel, Tuesday. Dec. 18th, re.
naming three days only Don't fail to see
him. His cures are truly wonderful. Exam
ination free of charge. dc12-4t
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FREE STREET ENTERTAINMENT.-O ffiaay
evening the young people of Free street society
will Owe select entertainment at the vestry OF
the church. The society paper will be read
ond a very enjoyable entertainment may be
nd
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1874-12-15

in the Good Samaritan course was delivered by
Henry G. Hixon, Esq, last evening. This is
Mr.. Hixon's first appearance as a lecturer, and
the interesting manner in which he presented
the subject of the Crusaders, was very graf
living
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1874-12-15

WARDS OPERA HoUsE-The French Spy al
ways draws full houses, and Mile Zoe's lively
impersonation will make her short engagement
a marked success. The Claire sisters and the
others are additional attractions.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1874-12-15

UNDER SHIRTS AND DRAWERS, all qualities,
as low as the same qualities can be sold by any
one, at Charles Gusts & Cos, 493 Congress
street dcltf
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New Advertisements To-Day.

ENTERTAINMENT COLUMN.
Old Folks Concert.
Grand Christmas Ball-Lancaster Han
SPECIAL NOTICES.
Havana Ciglrs-Leavitt 81 Daley.
P.O. s. of A -Abner Lowell.
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.
Cha's A. Sweet & Co.-Bankers.
For Sale or Rent-Cottage.
For Sale-Barque.
Hurrah-S. II. Cclesworthy, Jr.
Gifts-H. Talbot d Co.
Wanted-Man.
Holiday Goods. A. Merrill g. Co.
misunderstanding Photographs.
Wanted-Girl.
House to Let-Dr. Lamb.
Room and Board.
Lost-Wallet.
A Gentleman and Wife.
MISCELLANEOUS NOTICES.
Consumptives--Dr. S. d Howe.
AUCTION COLUMN.
800 Canary Birds-F o. Bailey & Co.
Oil Painting-F. o. Bailey & Co.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1874-12-15

THE EVENT OF THE SEAsoN.-The De
Murska concert, which occurs in the Army and
Navy course Thursday evening, is the event OF
the season in the entertainment line, and is
looked forward to by our music loving public
with very pleasant anticipatons. AS fin
ished vocalist Mile De Murska stands in the
very front rank of her profession, and is not
only an executant of rare technical merit, but
is also gifted with deep artistic refineme Mt OF
sentiment. The ease, the purity, the clear
ness with which she sings passages of the
most trying nature, are DO less to be commend
ed than the breadth, expression and finish that
characterize her style. The artists with her
are all musicians of high repute,
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1874-12-15

EVERLASTING Flowers. Wreaths, Crosses
and Evergreen for Christmas decorations. for
sale by Kendall & Whitney. dcl4 u
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SAFE INvEsTMENT.-Wed desire to call espec,
ial attention to the list of city and railroad
bonds, advertised in another column by MessIs.
Charles A. Sweet & Co., of the old and we'll
known firm of Brewster, Sweet & Co., OF Bos-
ton. In the present uncertainty as to the per
manent value of stocks there is growing de-
rate of interest, and the securities embraced in
their announcement to day are recommended
as worthy of the fullest confidence. The repn-
tation of these gentlemen for honorable deal
ing, and their reliability as sound fnanciers, is
a guarantee to all who have business with
them. They invite inquiries in regard to the
stocks which they offer for sale, and will give
all requisite information. Those changing in
vestments, as we'll as those making new invest
ments, are particularly invited to examine the
list.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1874-12-15

FRENCH CLOTH GLOVES, a nice article, at
Charles Gusts & Co.'S, 493 Congress street:
lo1
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A MONUMENT as big as the grand pyramid
might be built of the teeth that have been ruin.
ed by neglect Shall this thing go on in face OF
the the great fact that SOZODONT is a GER
tain preservative of dental decay?
IL
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ussCELLANEOUs NOTICES.

F.O. BAILEY & Co, will sell at ten o'c,ock
to-day at store Sc Exchange street, a fine
stock of wooden goods and an invoice from an
importing house, of fine linen goods, fancy
cOlOrS.
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CAN'T GO TO CHURCH. Why not? o! my
cough would disturb the congregation. Cure
it then with Hale's Honey of Horehound and
Tar, pure vegetable remedy, unfailing as the
Sun and mild and harmless as the summer air.
gists.
Pixies Toothache Drops cure in minute.
dc12d&w1w
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MEMS GLovEs-A large stock of all sizes
at Charles Gusts & Co., 493 Congress street.
del If
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CONSERVATIVES, remember that II. s.. ID.
Howe of New York, proprietor of the Arabian
Medicines, will be ready to receive calls this
morning at the Falmouth House, parlors and
g. and will remain there all this week, giving
free examinations. 1t is stated that the doc
tor has examined over 30 900 invalds afflicted
with lung difficulties in the past twenty-five
years. He certainly ought to know something
about consumption. He will also give advice
to those suffering with diseased liver, kidneys,
scrofuIa, etc, from a. M, until p. m. On
his last visit here he received a large number Of
calls from some of our best citizens
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STATE NEWS
KNOX COUNTY.
KENNEBEC COUNTY.

KNOX COUNTY.
DIR. John Delaski of Vinalhaven, died sud-
denly Of apooleXy, Saturday. He was 20 years
of age.
KENNEBEC COUNTY.
Capt Nathan Oliver an old aud respected
citizen of Augusta, died at his residence near
"Oliyer's Lodges" in that city, Friday evening
aged II years. He was one Of the constituent
members of the First Baptist church, organ
lied there ia 1881, very few of whom now re-
main.
Mr.. Samnel r. Warren. well-known and
worthy townsman of Wnslow, died suddenly
a. his residence on Friday night of last week.
OXFORD COUNTY.
Press Correspondence
Our Paris correspondent writes that the
Oxford County S. j. Court adjourned Saturday
afternoon. The jury disagreed in the state vs..
MARI lie for procuring an assault on Hon. r. u.
Harlow of Dixfield. Rogers, who committed
the assault and turned states evidence, was
sentenced to II days in the county jail
PENoBscoT COUNTY.
Rev. s. Goodenough, pastor of the Univer-
saist church in Bangor, has resigned.
A burglar entered the house of Mr.. Wingate
in Bangor, Sunday night aud stole 5000 from
under the pillow of Mr.. WIS bed. The servant
girl says she was awakened by the entrance of
a man into her room, when upon rising in her
bed he came to her side, and after threatening
to shoot her if she made any noise, asked where
the silver ware was kept. She says that upon
,telling him there was none in the house, he
struck her in the face and left the room; after
which she Immediately alarmed Mr.. Wingate,
but by that time the man had disappeared and
the money also.
IN GENERAL
The following patents have been granted to
citizens of Maine the past week:-Screw driv-
ers, Isaac Allard, Belfast, assignor to himself
and F. A. Howard; cross head gbs, w. A.
Rideout, Richmond.