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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
Solid Men Ina Bath.

The Times gives list of the heavies. tax
payers in that city who pay tax of over
$1,000 each the rate is $50 so on $1,000.
B. c. Bailey, Sl27G 05; Charles Davenport
Sl709. GO: Goss & Sawyer, Sl7s9,65; Albert
Hathorn, Sl37S 55 Levi w. Houghton, ST.
rs; John r. HouRhton, Sl9l7.70; Silas
A. Houghton, $3.50. 00 Henry l.. Houghton,
$lS27.50; John Ii. Kimball, Sl0S3. So; Clara
A. Kimball, $lO25 90; Alfred Lemont, l42l.-
60; William V. Moses, S40oiG0; Oliver
Moses, S2745.SO Frank o. Moses. 1923 80 !;
John Patten, S267005; James +. Patten,
$ll75.60; Gilbert +. r. Patten, Sl5Sl.50 {;
Alexander Robinson, Sl50l %; William ID.
Sewall, $30ll 81: Edward Sewall, Sl71j.22 {;
Arthur Sewall, S2ll7.57; Swanton, Jameson
& Co., $l20l.30.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
Thirty Years lsxperisnes OF an old Nurse

MRS WINSLOW'S SOOTHING SYRUP is the
prescription of one of the best Female Physicians
and Nurses In the United States, andhas been used
for thirty years with never falling safety and snc-
cess by millions of mothers and children, from the
reefs acdty of the stomach, relieves wind collie
regulates the bowels, and gives rest. health and
comfort to the mother and child. We believe it to
be the Best and Surest Remedy in the World in all
cases of DYSENTERY AND DIARRHEA IN
CHILDREN, whether it arises from Tecthing or
from any other cause. Full directions for using
will accompany each bottle. None Genuine unless
the fac. simile of CURTIS & PERKINS is on tho
outside wrapper. Sold by all Medicine Dealers.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
A standard Article Everywhere.

and from Maine to the Gulf of Mexico, but in all
the vast area lying within those boundaries there
is not city, town. village, settlement or camp
where IIostetter's Stomach Bitters is not well
known and in great demand. 1t is the q eat house
hold medicine OF the American people, and Is tax
en- everywhere as safeguard against epidenlcs
and endenics, as remedy for dyspepsia, bilious
ness and Irregularities of the bowels, as cure Tor
chills and fever and rheumatic ailments, as a Sc
dative in nervous cases, as wholesome exhilarant
in hypcchondr,a and as a general invigorant and
restorative. To the weak and dropping 1t imparts
strength and vitality, bracing the relaxed nerves
and rousing all the latent energies OF the system.
For twenty Years it has been the standard tonic
and corrective of the western world.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
WASHINGTON.

Washington, 80. The widest stories are
in circulation about combined force of Kio-
was, Comanches and Cheyennes moving to
attack Fort Sill, but Colonel Davidson ex-
presses the belief that every man at the fort
woull be glad if they would make the attack.
Secretary Fish left this morning for his
home in New York.
1t is stated that the estate of Chief Justice
Chase will amount when all his debts are
paid to about $l05, 600.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
TEXAS.

Galveston, 80. A special from Fort Worth
saws Col. Stewart, a member of the Legisla-
ture, just returned from Wise county, brings
a report of another fight near Jacksboro Fri
day last, between the 10th U. S. Cavalry and
the Indians, the latter numbering 500. The
rangers lost IL killed and several wounded.
The cavalry lost several men and their COM
mander was killed. The combined force were
driven back to Jacksboro.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31

The second meeting Of the committee to
devise measures for the accommodation of the
Masonic lodges in this city, will meet at Ma
sonic Hall to- morrow Saturday evening, at
I l-2 o'clock, to hear the report of the sub
committee.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
The Confessions Of an Invalid.

PUBLISHED AS A WARNING and for the benefit of
YOUNG MEN AND OTHERS who suffer from NERV.
OUS DEBILITY Loss OF MANHOOD, etc., sup
plying the means seifcare. Written by one who
cured hims elf afte undergoing considerable quack
cry, and sent ireeon receiving post paid directed
envelope.
Sufferers are invited to address the author.
NATHANIEL MAYFAIR,
sntm26 Box 1853, Brookln,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31

The New England Reformed Mems Assoc
citation held its annual meeting in Providence
r. l., Tuesday, at which the following officers
from Maine were elected: Vice Presidents,
Maine, Francis Murphy Of Portland, DR.. G.
E. Brickett of Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31

The Board of Aldermen held a meeting
yesterday afternoon, and transacted a large
amount of business. There was no quorum of
the Common Council, and consequently all
finished.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31

The rustic arm-c chairs made at the Soldiers
Home, Togus, are finding their way to all
parts of the country. They are ornamental
and useful for the piazza and summer house
especially, and answer very well for the sit
ting room where there is plenty of space
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31

Mrs. Tilton is visiting her children at Mont.
clair, N. j., and is not expected to return for
three or four days.
Beecher's friends assert to. day that when
Moulton's evidence is submitted, 1t will en-
trely exonerate the reverend gentleman from
all criminality and show that the letters of
apology were brought about and written for
an entirely different purpose from that as
brbed by Mr.. Tilton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31

Mrs. Maggie Smith, who was recently IA
tally shot by her little boy, in an auction room
ir Charlestown, Mass, was the wife of the
brother of Mrs. Gilman Smith of Augusta
last season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31

To those of our enterprisiug families who
intend to enter the lists for baby premiums,
offered by the Trustees of the Maine State
Agricultural Society, at their next annual
fair in Lewiston, We would say that the first
premium for the prettiest baby isa purse of
shown by its mother.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31

A large volume would not contain the mass
of testimony which has accumulated in favor
of DR.. Wistar's Balsam of Wild Cherry as a
safe, efficient, and reliable remedy in curing
coughs, colds and pulmonary disease. Many
OF the cures are truly wonderful.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31

Renne's Pain-Killing Magic Oil is real
luxury to use. 1t makes the women hand
somer, the men better behaved, and prevents
neighborhood quarrels! How so? Why, by
curing their "pains and aches," it makes
everybody pleasant and happy. Try it.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31

At thrty-fve the average American dscov-
ers that he has an 'Infernal Stomach" and
goes into the hands of the doctors for the
remnant of his life. Pressntion is better than
cure, but DIR. Walkers Vinegar Bitters will
the skin, liver, kidneys, and bladder, and all
disorders arising from an "infernal stomach. ?"
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
Daily Kennebee 9uuraal.
NEW PSIiIKE.

Concord, 80. To-day was assigned by the
Governor and Council for the appointment of
the Judges under the new judiciary law. but
owing to the illness of the Governor nothing
was done. There will be meeting at nine
o'clock tomorrow morning, at which time the
matter will come up.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31

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.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31

side, tax-paying citizens are compelled to
walk in three inches of sand? Crescent
street is about 800 yards in length, and is an
outlet to twenty families seeking the business
portion of the city, schools, churches, &c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
Cincinnati produce Market.

Cincinnati, July 80, 1874.
PORK--frm at 500 Joa2t.
LARD-steam al2z-; kettle, -alfx-.
BULK MEATS-shoulders 7Ad-; clear rib sdes
1910; clear sides 10k al0%.
BACON-shoulders sAs-; clear rib sides TX
ii ~ clear sides 1lXaIIgS.
WHISKEY-97-a,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31

On Wednesday the Baptist Sunday school
in Bath made an excursion to Squirrel Island.
1t was first rate day fora Baptist excursion
it rained constantly nearly all the time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31

Thousands of testimonials to the efficacy
and value of Adamson's Botanic Cough Bal
sam can be produced from leading citizens of
the State. Sold by all druggists.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS.

One paper asserts that reply was received
from Mr.. Moulton to the written request of
Mr.. Beecher, while another says that Mr..
Moulton still remains out of town, and it is
not definitely known when he will return.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
EATfiER.

WAR DEPARTMENT,
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER. I
Washington, d. c., July 81.
For New England, and the Middle States
clear and warmer weather will prevail with
west or southwest winds and no decided
chnnge in the Barometer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
MAINE WESLEYAN SEMINARY
AND FEMALE COLLEGE,

ylNHE FALL TERM ofth:s Institution win open
August 10, and will continue thirteen weeks
For catalogue address the President
II. r. TORSEY, LID.
jill. MORSE, See'y of Trustees,
kENr's hILL, July Is, 1874. 5w3i
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31

Jones, the well known George W., has been
improving his store on Water street, by put
ting on nice coat of paint, of very tasty col
or.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
FROM HALIFAX.

Halifax, N. S. A light, house is shortly to
be built at Mars Rock, the scene of the At
lantic wreck.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31

While other temperance reform clubs in the
State have become disheartened and suspended
operations, the Gardiner club seem to have
continued prosperity, and is holding on well
in the good work. For two years and a half
they have not failed to hold regular weekly
meetings, and have always had large audience
es. The results ofthe good work accomplish
ed have been manifested in the numerous
signatures to the pledge, of those for whose
special benefit the club was organized. Some
very hard cases have been reclaimed The
able address of Rev. Mr.. Jones, of the Metho-
dist church, on Sunday evening, gave new
impulse and enthusiasm to the club. Mr.. II.
NJ. Heath is to speak next Sunday evening.
Personal.
Senator Morrill, is expected to leave for
Saratoga day.
Rev. S. z. Smith, formerly Of this city, is
spending few days here.
Mr.. John w. Rowe and family have come
back from Squirrel Island well bronzed and
healthful on account of their sejourn there.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
ECTICUT.

Hartford, 80. AT meeting of citizens this
evening committees were appointed to arrange
for a reception of Minister jewell on his re-
turn from Russia.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
TELEGRAMS IN GENERAL.

Two trains on the Grand Trunk at Fort
Erie, yesterday collided, killing three per-
sons.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
I9ieb.

In Albany, Vt, 18th inst, Mrs. p. d. Sandborn,
aged ~ years, only sister of Rev ID. Il. Randall OF
the Maine Conference.
In Leeds, seth inst, Sally, widow OF the late Sol
onion Lothrop, Esq, aged So years.
In Woolwich, 27h inst, Mrs. = pha Curtis, aged
s. years.
In Phipsburg 9Th inst stephen Blasieli, aged
- years.
In Topskam, 2sth inst, Esther b, wife of Capt.
Samuel Douglas aged So years.
In Bangor, 29th inst, Mrs. Mary Ann Bullock of
Paris, aged II years.
In Ateboro', Mass, 2ith inst, suddenly. Mrs. NJ.
Jane relict of the late Heman X. Smith Of Bangor.
Drowned 9Th inst. in Lake Park, Becker County,
MIMI, Joseph Smith, formerly of Garland, aged p
years and months.
In Oxford, 23th inst, Mrs. S. j. Richardson
daughter of The late Dea. Royal Clark of Bangor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
Local anD State Mems.

Gov. Coburn's benefactons are constantly
increasing He recently gave 500 for the
education of colored children at the South.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
1Harrirn.

In Scarboro, Sth inst. by Rev. D. b. Randall,
Charles Wharton of Chess Springs, Penn, to Miss
Alice NJ. Littleiield of Scarboro.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31

The business Of the steamer Magnet has
been SO good during the season, and the new
line is SO well appreciated by the public, that
the owners, Messrs. Collins, White and
others, will during the next winter have a
new boat built for the route-one of greater
capacity than the Magnet, drawing less water,
and that will make the trip from this city TO
Boothbay in about three hours and a half
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-31
FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL.
New York Money Market.

New York Money Market.
New York, July so, 1874.
EVENING REPORT.
Gold 1885, al09a.
Custom receipts, $3.50 600.
The Assist Treasurer paid out to-day 100000
on account of interest and 81 eco in payment OF
bonds.
Money easy at 2 and per cent.
Sterling quiet and steady at 4s7diS1& for 60 days
As La490- for demand.
The rates TOR carrying were Pal per cent.
Business of the gold exchange bank:
Gold balances l, 5SS 2O4
Gross cearances SOL 0CO
Currency balances LIS 70l6
State bonds dull.
Government bonds quiet and steady.
Stocks extremely dun.
Clearing House Stateme1t:-
Currency Exchange, S4S,923, 15l
Currency Balances, 3,i62 PSI
Gold Exchange, 9,630 81
Gold Balances, l,ls933j
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Musical Notice!

FroF. M. Q. Nil1ilxc1a
win be in Augusta the second week In August to
attend to the tuning of Pianos.
Orders may be left at the music store of j. FRANK
PIERCE, Augusta. july23.ttf
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TILTON-BEECHER SCANDAL.
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FRElGHTs - Grain steam, shs7-d; sail
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Wilmington daily commercial. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1866-1877, 1874-11-07

Deliberate Attempt at Nsurder.

AN EFFORT TO SHOOT r. E. SMITH, IN HIS OWN
DWELLING.
On Thursday night last, a deliberate attempt
was made upon the life of Mr.. r. e. Smith,
depot restaurateur at Middletown. Mr.. Smith
occupies the second story of the depot
building as his residence, and just before re
tlring for the night went to table, which stands
in front of a window, to get drink OF water.
The blinds were turned at the time 30 that it
was possible to see into the room. Whilst drink
ing the contents of the glass, pistol shot was
fred and bullet crashed through pane Of
glass in the window, broke piece from the blind
and passing about two inches above MIR. Smiths
head, struck against walnut wardrobe on the
other side of the room, but did not enter the
wood and fell upon the floor.
A comparison of the angle at which the bullet
passed through the window and indented the
wardrobe shows that the direction was horizon
tai, and that the shot was fired from the roof of
the tank house few yards away, and Immediately
in front of this window. The r. r. company
keep ladder inclined against the tank house,
and it is supposed the would be murderer
reached his position on the roof by means of it.
Mr.. Smith is unable to explain why any one
should attempt to take his life in this manner.
Wilmington daily commercial. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1866-1877, 1874-11-07

Kent has fair corn crop.
A lecture course is talked of for Milford.
Milford claims nothing better than three min
ute horses.
Milford and vicinity has grown great many
turkeys, this season.
The new Superintendent of the L. Il B. II. II. is
brother Of H. @. Sewall, late Of the Del. II. H.
p W. Custeed has removed from Seaford to
lthaca, N. y, where he will engage in the oys-
ter trade.
Grass continues to grow freely, shrubbery
keeps green, and flowers bloom in open air down
the State.
Forest fires are said to .be burning about Sea-
fnrd, lighting up the heavens, by night, and sui
locating the people with smoke during the day.
Miss Lizzie Conaway, so yeara of age, Of Sea-
ford was paralyzed on one sid., few days ago,
and at last accounts was lying in dangerous
condition.
s. o. Uric and B. Rogers, of seaford sailed on
the Thos. j. Lancaster, lately buided at that
place, in her first voyage from New York to Bos-
ton and thence to Liverpool.
The Directors of the J. * b. II. r. have ap-
pointed a committee to confer with the p. w.
4 b, II. r. Co., relative to the running of the
evening train on the Del. R. II. to Milford.
Messrs. Lacy Il Lank, of Frederica, have on
the stocks, and nearly completed one of the
largest, finest modelled, and best finished yesse
ever built at that place, and it is certainly q
credit to her builders.
The store of Virdin Macklin, at Milton, but
occupied by VIM. Tomilson, was burned on the
30th ult. and its whole contents destroyed. The
stock was insured in the Kent county Co. fol
3d. 600. The building was worth about Sl,O0l
and uninsured.
Wilmington daily commercial. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1866-1877, 1874-11-07

RE-oPENING To-MoRRow-oHANGE "a AND IMPROVE
MENTs IN THE AUDIENCE ROOM.
Central Church, which has been closed since
the middle of July last for repairs, will be re-
opened tomorrow During this time the entire
inner portion of the church has been rehabili-
tated, and is now very handsome in the fresh
ness which has been impaired. The congrega-
ton, which has been worshippin5 in the lecture
room during the progress OF the repairs, cannot
but express admiration at the changes and ini-
provements, and will doubtless feel drawn more
strongly to the new Central in its more Inviting
appearance.
has been thorough and no department. OF the
church has escaped the renovatlng touch OF tile
mechanic The walls and cell ngs have been
very beautifully frescoed in neutral tints, in oil,
by Henry Matlacb, of Philadelphia. -Four hand
some nine jet chandeliers have been depended
from the ceiling by Gawthrop 4 Bro. and nine
three jet brackets upon the walls assist to furn.
ish flood of light which beams i a every part OF
the auditorium. Bowers, Dure q Co. have re-
moved the old cushioned backs from the seats
and put upon them new ones of walnut, arrang-
ing the seats in semi-crcular form, as III the
West church. All the woodwork throughout the
building has been freshly painted by Cardwel
& Wall. New pulpit chairs have been furnished
by J. d Il. Lamb, of New York, AID the hoor hal
been caipeted with sate-colored venetian, o.
superine ingram, through which creeps llgh
colored vine and around which Ii green border
| The pulpit and chancel is also carpeted with TIN
same material. All the carpet was purchased o
| A. II. Stewart in New York. Mating has beer
laid in the vestibule. This work was done b
| Mccartney Il Kenney, bywhom were also mad
the new cushions for the seats. The organ
which was white before, has been grained to coi
respond with the dark wood work of the church
The pulpit arch heretofore naked,.i is no'
spanned with the following text :"Enfer int
His Gates with Thanksgiving, and into Hi
| Courts with Praise"
| Tho cost of repairs has been considerable, bu
| almost the entire amount was made up bofor
the work was begun, consequently no sIatemen
will be made tomorrow and no collection LITE
| in that behalf.
Rey. A. D. Pollock of Virginia, formerly pas
tor Of Hanover church and who preached til
sermon at the corner stone layl AZ Central
will be present tomorrow, and will probabl
preach the morning sermon. He il mnste
held in high esteem in Wilmington.
Wilmington daily commercial. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1866-1877, 1874-11-07
Industrial News.

New England capitalists will build a cotton
mill in st. Louis believing they will gain by To-
eating nearer the supply of the raw material.
Five hundred skilled employees will migrate
from Lowell.
The proprietors of the different rolling-mills OF
Pittsburg have appointed committee to confer
with committee of the boilers or puddlers on
the subject of wages. 1t ID claimed that the wa
ges Of other cities are much lower than there,
and in order to more successfully compete with
them in the same markets the manufacturers say
the cost of production has t., be reduced The
conference was to have been held on Saturday
last, but was postponed until the latter part OF
the week.
Three years ago California farmer received
by mail spoonful Of oats, This he planted
The next year he planted the produce of the first
lot. This year he repeated the process and has
just harvested 200 bushels of oats from an acre
and half field
Southbridge Mass. mill superintendent ad
yertsed for an overseer for his mule room
Among the answers received was one i'll which
the applicant urged his selection on the grount
that he had had three years charge of Govern
ment mules whilst in the United States army.
The Susquehanna, Pa, Iron Company have NJ
intention of suspending operations for the win
ter. They have merely cautioned their employ
ees to be economical, as the mill may not hav
orders enough to keep it running steadily.
u b. drant, President OIL the drant locomo
tive works, IN Paterson, N. j., sailed for Hus
sa recently on the steamer Celtic, to make
compromise with the Russian government o.
the contract for locomotives which the compan
has failed to fill on time, and 800 families j
Paterson are anxiously waiting the result OF IN
Efforts
The Hopewel furnace, in Warwick, Pa, Ina
blown out. A new hot blast is being added
the furnace in Dauphin county, Pa. The probi
blty is that the furnace will be kept in operatio
all winter, contract having been made with Oh
Pennsylvania Steel Company to furnish I'll
Baldwin works, Philadelphia, with 1000 tons {
pig iron.
The writing paper manufacturers thronghol
the country are likely to agree upon runnn
their mills on half time this winter. Those
Holyoke and Lee, Mass, have already sh'
down.