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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
MICHIGAN.

Lansing, Sc. At the republican State con-
vention held here the following nominations
were made:
For Governor-J. J. Ragley.
Lieut.. Governor-H. H. Hall.
Secretary of State-E. g. ID. Holden.
State Treasurer-W. b. McCreery.
Auditor-Gen. Ralph Ely.
Commissioner of State Land Office-L A.
Clapp (renominated).
Supt. of Public Instruction-D. d. Briggs
(renominated).
Resolutions were adopted which after chal-
longing the scrutiny of the acts of the repub'
lican party, claiming that it ever stood in the
advance line of human progress, has forfeited
no promises and is steadily reducing the pub
lie debt, state that no reason yet exists for re-
signing the reins of power into The hands of a
party whose last public acts brought civil war
and disgrace upon the country.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
RMONT.

Burlington, &c. The Vermont Soldiers
Reunion progresses finely; large number
of people, both soldiers and visitors, are COM
ing in. The weather is fine and the camp
presents lively and interesting appearance.
Four bands Of music are now in attendance,
and the festivities have fairly commenced.
Many soldiers of prominence have arrived.
The regiments have nearly all effected regi.
mental organization. There will be dress
parade this evening, and grand review and
address tomorrow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
BEECHER SCANDAL
ALL QUIET IN BROOKLYN.
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS.

New York, 2G. There are no new develop
ments in the Beecher-Tilton scandal for to-
day.
1t is stated that the report of the Beecher
investigating committee is in type somewhere,
and proofs will be read to that body to-mor-
row, when it will be determined when to give
it to the newspapers.
1t is also reported that Tilton has given a
copy of his additional statement to the print
ers.
Mr. Shearman is expected Tomorrow with
the official copy of Mr.. Beechers denial to
the charges preferred against him by Theo-
Gore Tilion.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27

The German exporting firm of Somehow
4 Co., suspended to-day. They retired from
the clothing business some years since, and
went into exporting petroleum, breadstuffs
and other produce. 1t is stated that their
losses on petroleum within q few months
amounts to 100000. The liabilities of the
firm are stated at $500, 900, and it is reported
that their assets include considerable real
estate which is difficult to convert into cash at
present. They will probably pay SOC on the
dollar. The reported failure of other firms
is unfounded.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27

China Locals.
The excitement of the last ten days has
been the seizure of a twenty gallon cask Of
whiskey by warrant from Trial Justice
|Brainerd, and its libel and destruction Inc
Liquor came marked to one ''James Gold
smith, China" man Of the moon probably
as no man of that name lives here, nor never
las, in the memory of the Oldest inhabitant.
Upon complaint warrant was issued, and
he seizure made by Constable C. II. Nelson
The trial was had on Tuesday, after due
notice, and no claimant appearing, the Jus.
lsice, after due proof of the necessary charac-
Ter, ordered the critter to be poured out, which
was speedily done.
This is, we believe. the first case of seizure
Ind destruction of liquor in this village, al
though prosecutions for sale have been had
n several instances. The start in that line
Pf business was quite heavy, but hopes are
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
CONNECTICUT.

New Haven, &c. Belle Durand, young
woman of loose character, has been arrested
in this city, charged with forging the name OF
Robert Stevens, prominent grocer here, to
two promissory notes. One of $1,000 and an
other of'Sl000O, which she gave two elderly
aunts in Milford as collateral security for
three $1,000 national bonds, which she had
previously cashed and partly spent upon sew
eral gentlemen friends. The woman is be-
lieved to be insane.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27

Yesterday forenoon, while Mr.. Charles Love
was at work at Hussey's ledge in this city,
the bank caved in upon him, and when he
was taken out it was found that one of his
thighs was fractured; he also sustained other
injuries which we're, however, of a slight
character. DR.. Crooker was called to attend
the injured man.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
Doings of the Committee.

The Beecher investigating committee held
a meeting this morning at the office of Dis
trict Attorney Winslow, in Nassau street, but
examined no witnesses. The report of the
committee was reviewed and few amend
ments made in it. The committee will hold
its final meeting Tomorrow and complete their
labors, and their report will be submitted at
the Plymouth Church meeting Friday even
ing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
Chicago Produce Market.
Chicago, Aug. %, 1874.

chicago, Aug. 20, 1874.
Flour-quet-ex spring 75n5 IS.
Wheat-No. spring, 9s-a9S-; No. 8, SID
41a; No. ?, cash, 9tl-2a: Aug s9}a-; Sept
93-a; rejected, SASSY.
Corn--No. 2. mixed, cash, -aGS'.; Aug, -9GG-i
Sep, 664 rejected, 66a65.
Oats-No.2 2, 4aA; casL, IS; Ausr SSha; ---
rejected, 40a.
Rye-No. 2, 75-a.
Barley-No. spring ss-at0; No. spring 9ia0t
Dressed Hogs-6 00a6 25.
Perk-22 62lsa22a4 cash; Aug, 90 Oo-a2300; Sep.
% 62a22 62-.s.
Lard-l4 a l4l2, cash; Sep, II 2Sal5, Aug.
- co.
Bulk Meats shoulders sAa-, short rib mid /.
al; short clear mid l31sal.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
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NEW JERSEY.

Marion, 26. A fire broke out in some oil
cars standing at Pew Horn station on the
Ere H. K. tets afternoon, caused by sparks
from passing locomotive. The trains were
detained.
Trenton, %. The republican State CON
venton for the nomination Of a candidate tor
governor, assemblies in this city tomorrow
The current indicates the nomination of G.
A. Ualsey.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27

home from the great celebration in Portland
by the early morning and forenoon trains yes
terday. They represent that the occasion was
one of great enjoyment, and all the arrange
ments we'll matured and carried out.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
ILLINOIS.

Springfield, 20. The Democratic State
Convention met this noon, and effected tenn
porary organization with George w. Arm
strong as temporary chairman. After the ap
pointment of the usual committee recess
was taken.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
OHIO.

Cincinnati, 90. The republicans of the
10th district re-nominated l.. Danforth for
Congress by acclammation.
The republicans Of the llth district nomi-
mated IL. S. Bundy for Congress.
The republicans of the 25th district have
nominated n. Ii. Van VOORHEES, for Congress-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27

Gen. Tilton of the Togus Military Asylum,
one of the most successful and prominent
stock breeders in the state, will exhibit at the
State Fair in Lewiston, his celebrated Holstein
and Jersey stock of cattle and his stud of fine
horses. These cattle and horses Of themselves
are worth going miles to see.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
Personal.

Personal.
Mr.. j. N. Ham, formerly principal of the
high school in this city, has been selected as
principal of the high school at Peabody, Mass,
at salary of $500 year, and leaves this
week to enter upon his duties.
J.. A. Holman, Esq, of the Maine Farmer,
has arrived home from New Bedford, where
ne has been spending few days with friends.
Mr.. John Wheeler, now of Portland, who
Twas in trade in Augusta thirty-three consecu-
|.ive years, is speeding few days with his old
Friends in this city. Fifty years ago Mr..
wheeler was clerk in the Augusta post office,
which was then in the building now occupied
by John Dolon.
DIR. Hood of the Pension Department,
Washington, is in the city, in company with
|Mr. Blake of the Rockland Globe.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27

V. d. Pinkham, Esq, is making propara'
.ions for removing his large mansion on Green
street to the vacant lot on the heater piece,
Grove street, near the residence of Mr.. Ma
thaniel Abbot. 1t will be fitted up as
double tenement house in its new locality.
We learn that Mr.. Pinkham is to build an ell
egant dwelling house for his own use on his
Green street lot.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
VIRGINIA.

Richmond, 2G. Ex-Governor Walker was
to-day nominated by the conservative conven-
ton to represent the Richmond district in
Congress.
Alexandria, 2G. Eppa Hunton was nomi-
mated for Congress by the convention here
to-day. A portion of the delegates withdrew
from the convention.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
POkTLAN ID.

2G. The Portland encampments of Odd
Fellows have taken the two Providence en-
campments to Old Orchard Beach to day,
where they will dine at the Ocean House.
The Providence men will go home by Boston
boat TO- night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27

The Black Crook, with all its magnificent
spectacular scenery and gorgeously hideous
tableaux, will exhibit at Granite Hall, on We'd
nesday evening, Sept. I'd, for one night only.
The company drew immense houses when
here before.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27

Tom Thumbs show, but more especially
his little carriage, drew out MI the babies,
small children and women yesterday alter
noon, and fine audience in the evening. The
General has increased in statue since his last
appearance here.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27

Green meats-shoulders -; short ribs -.
Hams IA bs average alb.
Whiskey-97a97.
Freights-Corn to Buffalo, Sax; wheat do *
"a,
Keceipts-5,oOO -four; 222o0o wheat; lac, 900 corn;
So oats; 1000 rye; 16, 600 barley.
shipments - 5000 -four; 1900 wheat; 315 900,
corn; $1,000 oats; GOO barley; 5000 rye.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27

The following nominations were made at
the county convention of Sagadahoc Senator.
Gen. Thomas w. Hyde; Sheriff, 2. X. Mllay;
County Commissioner, f. J. Parks; County
Treasurer, VIM. b. Taylor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
FROM HALIFAX.

26. The cricket match between the All
Corners and Halifax team was resumed this
morning, the former closing their first in
nings for PA. The Halifax team then went
to the wickets and made 234. The match
will be continued TO- morrow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27

The residents Of Crescent street are con-
graduating themselves on the instalment of
clay that has recently been mixed with the
sand on their sidewalk. They are, however,
borrowing trouble in anticipation that in wet
weather the sidewalk will be nearly as good
for pedcstrianism as the middle of tie street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
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WEATHER..

WAR DEPARTMENT,
OFFICE OF TIE CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER. !
Washington, d. c., Aug. 26.
For New England and the Middle States
falling barometer slightly higher temperature
southerly to easterly winds and clear or part,
ly cloudy weather.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27

We are pleased to announce that our ciii-
kens are to be favored on Friday and Saturday
Evenings of this week, with two first class
dramatic entertainments, from talented me-
tropolitan company that has closed success
|ful summer season of fifteen weeks at the
Academy of Music, St. John, and has been
creating a great sensation in Bangor. There
ARE some very fine actors in the company,
and they present series of refined dramatic
Entertainments. On the first evening will be
presented Wilkie Collins drama,zation of
's'The New Magdalen,' which was received
| with great enthusiasm at Bangor Messrs.
|Nannary & Mcdowell, are the managers, and
liz. 2. Farren, agent
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
LOUISIANA.

New Orleans, &c. Within "a hours there
have been two suicides and three homicide in
this city, besides which three persons were
dangerously wounded with razors and pistols
in ARRAYS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27

The Trophy tomato is the "king PIN OF
tomatoes. 1t is not equaled IN hneness OF
flavor and Righteousness of meat.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27

Maj. 1. Boothby, cashier of the FRS. Ma
|,ional Bank of this city, has at his place of
business, curiously constructed ink-stand,
which is a splendid thing for fly time. At
|tached to the stand is a rest which the hand
touches in reaching for ink, causing little
automatic arrangement to move the covering
krom the bottle, allowing free access to the
Ink. On removing the hand the cover re-
kurns to its place. This neat little continuance
is the invention of DR.. Wilbur of Skowhegar,
who gave the bottle to DR.. II. H. Hill, who IS
hn admirer of everything unique and novel in
mechanics.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
Zoral anu State Mems.

Meeting of the city council this afternoon
at . o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
Cincinnati produce Market.
New York. Aug. %, 1874.

Cincinnati, Aug 20, 1874.
PORK-frm, at 1928 OOS23 so.
LARD-steam lial37s; kettle, 16 l-2ak.
BULK MEATS-shoulders $50; clear rib sides
1851: clear sides l349-.
BACON-shoulders 9%9-; clear rib sides l3h
G.; clear sides l3%a.
WHISkEY-9,-d.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27

Two street walkers, calling themselves SIS
tiers, named Mary S. Barter and Louise A.
Barter, hailing from Bath, were arrested yes
terday in this city, for vagrancy, and brought
into court. The Judge let them off on their
promising to return home. They had prevl-
ously been giving some of the good house
wives trouble as domestics. One had been
living fortnight with young man, without
ANY legal proceeding previous.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
ADA.

Quebec, &c. j. S. Buffers grocery and the
residence of Deputy Post Master Patton were
buaned to- day. Loss $685. 900.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27

Regular convocation of Jerusalem Il. A.
Chapter at Masonic hall, Hallowell, on this
afternoon, at o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
TENNESSEE.

Sixteen Negroes taken from Jail and
Murdered.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
Apprentice Wanted,

A GOOD BOY, about lG years of age, with fair
a English education, wanted as an apprentice in
the Maine Farmer ONCE. Apply Immediately.
aug21-1IW
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
I9ieD.

In Bangor, sd inst, Earnest Coombs, infant son
OF Arthur +. and Helen X. Gilman aged 10 months
and nine days 10th inst, Hugh w. Murphy, son of
James and Ann Murphy, aged years cath inst,
Wibbie, only son OF |. H. and 5. +. Flint, aged 0
months and 10 days.
In Minneapolis Mimi, 10Th inst, Jacob Greeley,
aged 50 years, formerly of Palermo Me.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
tMarrifn.
f. M. P.

In Bangor, 24th inst John Woodwork to Miss
Annie Davis, both of Chelsea, Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
Republican Convention.

The Republican Senatorial Convention was
held at Dennysyille yesterday. w. J. Cor
thell Of Calais and Samuel n Campbell of
Cherryf field, were nominated for senators ;
both reported as IIamin men.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
NO INDITIDUALB BENEFITS,

This Concert is strictly for MASONIC purposes
and will be conducted with the same iiberality hon.
esty and fairness which characterized the first
tcrprse. JOHN L. ROPER. Pros't.
Tickets entitled to Gifts not exceeding One hun
dred dollars if purchased, directly or indirectly,
at the New York Branch will be paid there on pre-
sentaton, without charge, for thirty days from the
filth day after the drawing.
HENRY v, MOORE. Secretary.
Parties desiring to aid this undertaking can pro-
cure tickets and circulars giving full particulars
at the Branch Onice of the Association
Room rs. IS 4 so Broadway, New York.
Or address MASONIC RELIEF ASSOCIATION,
p. 0. Box I4l7. New York City.
AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
SO, 900 TICKETS. 5000 GIFTS
$25O,00O!
TO BE GIVEN AWAY,

A NEW FEATURE, TO VITA Gin is guarah
teed TO one of every ten Consecutive Numbers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
EASTPORT.

PASSPORT, 26. Schooner Augusta, Capt.
Kelley, of this place, from Nova Scotia,
loaded with iron, sprung leak and sunk off
Heed Harbor yesterday afternoon. The YES
sci was owned by Capt Kelley. No insurance
on vessel, and but $500 on cargo.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-27
NEW MAGDALEN.

Admission 81 and 50 cents, Reserved Seats - cts,
to be had at Eastern Express Office.
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National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1874-12-14
MOUNT PLEASANT.
GOSSIP FROM THE SUBURBS,


To thsEditOr Of the National Republican:
SIR: DO not think that because our spicy cor
respondent ar. W. NJ" has long since been silent
Tin Tennessee) that the good people Of this frac-
ton of the District have ceased to live move and
act in the great drama of life. The fact is, the
people Of this beautiful village are as wide awake
as ever, and earnestly engaged in various private
and public enterprises. Mr.. HOughton, Of the
city, is erecting fine brick mansion in the Edge
wood grove, near Mr.. Delano's. Mr.. Sesten, Of
the Pension ONCE, and Messrs. Folsom, Exley,
Harmon and Arnold are improving Howard ave-
nue.. The Union Hall Association has succeeded
in purchasing lot, upon which is to be built this
winter fine building for church, Sunday school,
temperance and literary purposes.
The ladies have nearly completed their arrange
ments for grand fOTefathers' party on the I'd
instant, at the spacious mansion Of 5. p. Brown,
and Mrs George Washington, Mrs. S. p. Brown,
Mrs. Phillips Mrs. Simmons, Mrs. Harmon, Mrs.
Arnold, Mrs. Spencer and Mrs. Buker, and
others, it will unquestionably be the party Of the
The temperance division is in q most flourish
ing condition, and furnishes entertainment for
the public Cnce q week in the way Of music, cha
radeS, Budget, edited by Miss Smith and Barn
house, lectures, dramatic readings, sc. Friday
night the Grand officers Of the city made US q
visit, and some interesting remarks were made
by g. W. p. DObbins, EXley and Harmon, fol-
lowed by George N. Roberts, ESQ.,, Of Laurel, Md,
who gave q series Of readings. Mr. Roberts has
few EQUALS as q dramatic reader and delineator Of
character and 1t is hoped that he will yield to the
solicitation of his friends and appear oftener be-
fore the public especially in the city. The Musi-
cal Quintette Club, Messrs. Darrell, Preuss,
Keteham and Masters, Frank and John Eaton,
excelIed all former efforts. Their playing is su-
perb, and is attracting general attention. Come
out and see us on the I'D instant and we will en-
deaVor to place you under so many obligations
that hereafter you will occasionally speak for
Simultaneously.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1874-12-14
CITY HILL SERVICES.

Elder J. H. Whitnore, the new installed pastor
of the Second Advent church, preached yester-
day at II a. IN. and at p. m. His text in the af-
ternoon was Heb. xi:s: He that cometh to God
must believe that he is and that he is q rewarder
Of such as diligently seek him." He said the
province Of faith was the unseen and the IN
movable. The subjects Of it are: l. The exist
ence of God, and this not in a mere pantkeistic
sense, but as a personal being, and especially as
one who will reward those who diligently seek
after and try 10 serve him. ?. The creation Of
the material universe by God out Of nothing.
Although this may be difficult to conceive of it Is
equally difficult to believe in the eternity of mat
ter, and hence we must accept the teaching Of
revelation on the subject The other great essen
tial subjects Of faith are q personal Jesus, able
to save us from our sins, the holy SPIRIT the d.
vine comforter and the Bible as the Word of God.
Faith differs from mere Credulity, as the former
is an attribute Of strength and the latter Of weak
ness. The man who can grasp the most truth in
any branch Of knowledge has the most faith
God never asks US to believe what is contrary to
sound reason, though some things he has revealed
20 us transcend our finite powers to comprehend.
But we should receive nothing blindly and on
mere human authority. There has never been
any true progress without doubt or skepticism.
1t was this which inspired Luther to first ques-
ton and then reject the errors Of POpeTy. But
we must be careful to ''abhOr that which is evil
and cleaVe fast to hat which is good" Accept
nothing in the way Of doctrine which has not
plain warrant in Scripture. And on this ground
we are Justiled in rejecting that terrible doctrine
now happily fast dying out in most evangelical
churches, that God fOreordained from all eternity
a certain portion Of the human race to be tor
mented to all eternity, and some other kindred
dOgmaS.
Finally, there is no such thing as true faith
without action. Abraham, Noah, Moses, all the
great examples given us in Scripture, illustrate
this truth, that evangelical faith is inseparabIe
from works. Hence we must strive to live so
that others, seeing our good works, may glerify
God. Elder WhitmOre is evidently young man
Of ability and education, and disposed to give his
hearers something practical to reflect on. He
will preach at the same place every Sabbath
until further notice.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1874-12-14
INDICATED.
THE BARNUM- BOYLE LAWSUIT

THE BARNUM-BOYLE LAWSUIT.
The case of Frank Barnum vs. Juan Boyle was
decided Saturday in the Equity Court, by Judge
Wylie, in favor Of Mr.. Boyle, the restraining
order of injunction having been dissolved. Mr.
Boyle was required to give security to MI Bar
mum in the sum OF $4,000 until q final hearing
could be had. Owing to af1davits of Mr.. Barnum
and several Of his friends as to his weak mind,
and being an imbecile, as expressed by the court,
all the charges against Mr.. Boyle were proven
to be untrue. The friends and counsel of Mr.
Boyle say that the course taken by Mr. Barnum
is remarkable, and was instigated by the enemies
Of the defendant, with a view Of damaging his
standing with the business community. A large
circle of friends will congratulate Mr.. Boyle on
the fruitless assault Of what Mr.. Dayidge char
acteriZed in court as an attempt to blackmail
him. Mr.. Barnum has been considered man of
considerable mental ability, and on several occa-
siOns last winter he read articles Of his own COM
position before literary society Of some of the
most distinguished gentlemen of the country, and
his efforts met with universal commentator, and
the representations made to the court by his
counsel Occasioned much surprise among those
who knew him. Mr.. Boyle, though worn cut with
fatigue and anxiety Of mind, was present each
day in the court, while Mr.. Barnum was absent.