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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-05-25
STATE NEWS.

The other night Martin Rollins, who lives
in Lincolnville, near the Pitcher Pond, came
near being assassinated. While in bed with
his wife, a charge of buckshot was fred
through the window of the room. 1t shat.
tered the sash, stove the bed post at the head
of the bed, and broke lookingglass hanging
at the foot, but fortunately did not touch the
occupants. Strong suspicion of intended
murder falls upon man living in the vcn-
ity.
Bowdoin will not be Represented in the col
lege regatta at Saratoga this summer. 1t is
too far away to think of sending q crew. and
so few under graduates could be present to
witness the race that it has been deemed best
to have regatta of their own at home, to
take place on the 18th of July, under the fol-
lowing conditions: To the winning crew in
race between six. oared shells, six silver
cups and set of colors; four such cups to
the winners of the race between four-oared
shells; and cup to each of the winners in
the single scull, wherry, and tub races. If
| sufficient number enter for the wherry and
tub races, two prizes will be offered. The
first two prizes may be commended for by eth
er class of mixed crews.
Glass in Bowdoin College has been suspended
the military drill.
Railroad ticket selling by outside parties is
lively in Portland.
The grand jury at Alfred found forty-seveu
indictments as follows: Thirth-eight liquor
cases, including three nuisances and two sim
gle sales; one larceny, two breaking and en-
tering, two adultery, two defective highway,
two assault and battery and assault ON Officers.
Sentenced-Jshn Hobb for larceny at Old
Orchard, one year in Auburn work house;
Jno. Donohan and Thomas Brown, surren.
dered by bondmen, sentenced to fine and costs,
viz. Donovan $3.50 or FIVE months 10 jail.
and Brown Sl3l, fine and costs in two indict-
ments or three months in Jail; Frank Allen
$50 on search and seizure on appeal.
The drives of logs in the main river for this
city are now coming forward well. The main
drives of the Lewiston Steam Mill Company
is at Shelburne, as is also that of S. B.Bearce
& Co. Mr.. Plummer's logs are also in this
drive. There are about nineteen or twenty
millions, all told, in these teree drives. The
outrunners of the drive are beginning to come
into the booms in this city already, but the
main drive will probably not get along before
July. The drives 10 the tributaries of the
main river are making little or no progress,
as there has been no real freshet this spring.
Il Lewiston Journal.
The Wing says that Edware Wooster, lad
fifteen years of age, SON Of John Wooster Of
Hope, was missing from home Wednesday.
About 100 people were searching the woods
and dragging the ponds for him, when II was
ascertained that two suits of clothes and
quite a sum of money were missing, which
probably accounts for his disappsarance.
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both branches, doubts are expressed as to its

both branches, doubts are expressed as to its
receiving the Presidents signature.
large number Of bills have been prepared
by the standing committee, some of which
may not be called this session for reports and
therefore 60 over to the next session.
Congress will devote itself mainly to the
general appropriation bills to the exclusion of
much other business, excepting where special
orders may intervene. No railroad relief
bills will be passed nor new railroad bills con.
sidered in the House for want of time if no
other reason.
The House committee on judiciary are not
yet ready to report any of the impeachment
cases. The delay is owing in part to the alb
sence of Gen. Butler, confined to his house
by sickness.
The Geneva award distribution, the finance
and tariff bills are three Of the prominent
measures yet to be acted upon by the House.
The Senate is in general business no further
advanced than the House.
No business will be transacted next Satur-
day, the day of decorating the graves of de-
ceased union soldiers.
No action is expected on the report of the
Senate select committee on transportation
routes to the seaboard.
Action will probably be taken Monday on
the death of Representative Mellish.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-05-25

While Prof. Bracket wa. at Bowdoin Col
lege, Messrs. Moorlen & Morse, Machinists, of
this city, sold him one of their new upright
Dirigo Engines, for use in experiments and
illustrations before the classes in College.
Since that time the Professor has been call
ed to Princeton College, New Jersey, and
from that institution has just despatched an or
der to Messrs. M. & NJ. for an engine similar
in all respects to that at Brunswick. This
shows the gentleman's appreciation of good
work. The engine is of three horse power,
and is beauty.
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BRUINS WICK.

BrunsMeck, %. The students of Bowdoin
College have for some time past manifested in
various ways, their opposition to the military
drill which is required of them. Yesterday
the Sophomore and Freshman classes held
meetings and agreed not to drill again. Every
member of the two classes except two Sopho.
mores signing paper to that effect. Only
the two Sophomores who refused to sign the
paper were present on the parade ground at
the usual hour for drill.
This morning the Juniors held meeting
and took similar action, after which there
was joint meeting of the three classes, and
an agreement was signed that the suspension
or expulsion of one of their number would be
considered by that as the suspension or ex-
pulsion of all
The faculty have the matter under consid-
GRAFTON, and it is said will insist upon the
students recedng from their position or ex.
pulsion will follow.
Brunswick. "a. The excitement among
the students of Bowdoin College continues.
A committee of the faculty met tho students
yesterday, and with concliatory words en-.
deavored to persuade them to recede from
their position, in which endeavor they were
| unsuccessful. A joint meeting of the three
lower classes was held in the evening, at
which it was unanimously voted to maintain
their position at all hazards. The three
classes number l24 members, of which l2l
have signed the bond not to drill again, and
to abide the con sequences. 1t is understood
that the faculty will NEE: tomorrow to take
definite action upon the subject.
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TEIEGRAMS IN GENERAL.

Henry Ward Beecher is to deliver the ora
ton in New York, Memorial day.
In the U. S. Senate, Friday, an all night
session was held, adjourning at 1880 o'clock
Saturday A. M. A long and spicy debate on
the civil rights bill was INDUCED in, and the
bill finally passed-29 to l6.
James M. Lowell, the wife murderer, has
been conveyed to til e State Prison at Thorn
aston.
A Paris despatch says that President Nc.
Mahon threatens to resign.
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W ASHINGTON.

Washington, %. The ruling of the Speak
er to. day, by which the army bill was sent to
the Committee of the Whole, will also send
the tariff bill to the same committee, unless
by two-thirds vote the rules are suspended
on Monday so as to free it from the liability
to be sent there when reported. Such mo-
tions will doubtless be made both in regard
to the tariff and currency bill, but it is not
considered probable that two-thirds can be
secured for either motion if the consideration
must first take place in committee. Final
action on them may not be reached this ses
sion owing to the pressure of other business.
The funeral of the late Gen. Dyer, which
took place this afternoon, was largely attend
ed.
Hon. d. Il. Millish Representative from
New York, who was moved to the Govern
ment Asylum for the Insane for treatment
about two weeks ago, died at the above named
institution about p. IN. He has required
constant watching since his confinement, be-
ing at times very violent. Speaker Blaine
and Congressman Phelps of New Jersey Wis
tied him few days since. He was unable
to recognize them. The body has been en-
balmed and awaits the arrival Of his brother
from New York, who has been informed by
telegraph of his death.
Postal changes ior the past week In New
England: Office established at Old Orchard,
York Co., Me-, Frank G. Staples, p. NJ
Post Masters appointed. Martin Perry Dover,
VT; Stanley Griswold. Torringford, Conn.
Henry j. Hawkins, East Wallingford, VT;
Albert S. Babcock, Rockville, II. 1.
Although there is sufficient votes in the
House to pass the Senate's civil rights bill,
there will be difficulty in reaching it in the
regular order of business, owing to measures
which take precedence and dilatory motions
by it's opponents to prevent action. The
House committee on the judiciary has ma
tured one of similar character, soon to be
reported. Even if such bill should pass
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VASSALBORO.
Destructive CONFEDERATION.

Vassalboro, %. This afternoon hay
barn near the depot caught fire from pass
ing engide. The fire rapidly spread and con-
sumed the freight depot, two barns and a
small house belonging to George w. Crum-
NETT. The hay barns belonged to G. M. Dut-
ton and ]. Daley, and contained about sixty
eight tons of hay. The fire caught in many
places throughout the village, and at one
time it seemed as if the whole place would be
The property is partially insured, except the
dwelling house.
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LOUISIANA.

New Orleans, 90. Judge Lynch of the 4th
district court awarded the following amounts
to colored claimants in the suits under the
civil rights bill: $1,000 to Joseph VS.. Bid
WELL proprietor of the Academy of Music,
for refusing him admiteance; $3.50 each to
Geo. Washington and Lewis VS.. McClosky,
for refusal to sell them soda water, and S205
to claimant vs.. O'Neill, for refusing to sell
him drink. These cases were decided by
the Judge in conformity with law passed by
agree.
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PERSONAL.

Personal.
Gen. j. A. Hall, of Damariscotta, delivers
the address at Somerville, Mass, Decoration
Day.
DIR. II. E. Robins of Colby University, has
two commencement appointments to fulfill
this summer. He will deliver an address to
the students of Madison University, N. Y,
also one to the students at Ken.'s Hill at their
next commencement.
Prof. c. L. Hamlen, formerly Of Maine, Of
the Museum of Comparative Zoology, is to
have charge of the instruction on Mollusca,
at the coming session of the Anderson School
of Natural History.
Capt. Robinson, of Newcastle, recently de-
ceased, was one of the earliest settlers of the
town, and highly respected citizen.
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BANGOR.

Bangor, -. A thirteen year old boy,
named Morgan, dropped dead in the street
this afternoon. Cause, heart disease.
Amos c. Benner, who was convicted of ar
son at Calais Thurs day last has escaped from
two deputy sheriffs as they were taking him
to Machias Jail yesterday afternoon. He took
to the woods in Cooper, and at last accounts
he had not been recaptured.
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FOREIGN.

Paris, 23. Prince Claws Hohenlohe, the
new German ambassador to France, pre-
sented his credentials to President Mcmahon
to-day. Speeches conveying friendly assur-
ances were exchanged.
The Assembly has adjourned until Thurs.
day next, to enable the ministry to arrange
the order of business with the constitutional
committee.
Bayonne, "a. The Carlists are entreneh-
ing in force at Estella.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-05-25
Chicago Produce Market.
Chicago, May %, 1874.

Flour--extra spring 8 25a6 25-.
Wheat-NO. spring, 123ha-; No. D, 120-a
1909; June, 12o}saI20h july 120a7.-;No. 3, ll5xa
rejected, l06a106-.
Corn-No. 2, mixed, cash, 6O-a6o< June, COZ
6l34 July, eliza; rejected, t7l4a5S.
Oats-No. 9. 45-a45-; June, I4laa--; July 43x
rejected, ask.
Rye-No. 2, l01-ai0l-. fts
Barley-NO. spring lG5a-; No. spring 120al20.
Dressed Hogs-6 O0a6 25-.
Pcrk-l7 4oal7 40, cash; June, II 40a--; July,
II 65.
Lard liza, cash; June, IL 90; July. II Is.
Bulk Meats-sho uIders 6x; short rib mid 9ha
-; short clear mid 9-a'I.
Green meats-shOulders 81 short ribs -.
Hams IA lbs average al3-.
Whiskey-Wl2.
Freights-Corn to Buffalo, I'd; wheat do, AKA
AZ.
Receipts7 900 -four; POI 900 wheat; I45, 900 corn
s., 900 oats; 600 rye; 1000 barley.
Shipments 5000 flour; $4,000 wheat; 2s4 ,Oc0
corn; 200 oats: 1000 barley; 900 rye.
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City Of Augusta.

FNIfE Joint Standing Committee on Accounts will
L meet in the Aldermen's Room, on Wednesday,
May 27th at2 O'Clock p. NJ, Ito examine all bills
which may be rendered against the city, and allow
them such part of them they deem to be just y
and to make roll of the to be reported TO the
City Council at its next meeting. All demands that
shall not have been placed in the hands of the Com
miitee by halfpast O'Clock on the day above NAM
ed, will be laid aside until the next meeting of the
Committee. CHAS. E. NASH, Chairmen OF
5. +. ROBINSON Committee
Augusta, May 20, 1874. It'd
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were sealed up, the consequence would be death.
It Is one Of the provinces of Hostetter's Stomach
Bitters to Keep the superficial escape pipes open,
as well as lnose larger excretOry organs, the bow
els: The stomach and the skin sympathize, and it
is through the stomach that the Btters act upon the
The famous vegetable invigorant Is a marvellous
medicine; no other preparation known contains
such variety of curative and preservative ele.
Of beneficial ways In dyspepsia it strengthens the
stomach, improves the appetite, and controls the
liver; IN fever and ague it breaks up the fits; in
cases OF physical prostration it is literally vital
specific. may2O t&wlw
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CUBA.

Havana, 20. Advices from Port au Prince
say the President of Hayti resigned and has
handed over the government to Dominique,
Vice President, who is supported by the ar
my. He demands the Assembly shall de-
clare him President There has been no dis
turbance, but an uneasy feeling prevails.
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London, "a. The Observer announces
that at the celebration Of the Queens birth
day, tomorrow, the title Of Duke Of Con-
naugh will be conferred on Prince Arthur.
Rome, "a. Tho Pope is suffering from fs-
yer, the result Of cold. Receptions ct the
Vatican are consequently Suspended.
Darmstadt, "a. Princess Alice Of Eng
land, wife Of Prince Louis of Hesse Darn.
stadt, has given birth to daughter.
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ARKANSAS.

Little Rock, 90. The Lower House of the
Legislature to-day, by At to 8, adopted rssolu-
tions declaring Senators Dorsey and Clayton
obtained their seats in the U. S. Senate by
bribery and corruption, and that in case they
do dot resign within 10 days, the U. S. SEN
ate will be requested to investigate their cleo
ton and expel them.
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On Saturday forenoon the school children
met at Granite Hall, and practised beautiful
piece of music which will form part of the
interesting ceremonies Of Decoration day.
The we'll trained voices of five hundred child
rem in concert, will be well worth hearing.
The children will also join the procession on
Decoration day.
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TENNESSEE.

Memphis, %. The Forest House, Dyers
drug store, Gourleys dry goods store, one or
two residences and several small stores in
Forest City, Ark, were burned Friday; loss
$4,000.
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More Light.

J. 2. Wyman, Esq, of this city is testing in
his dwelling house on Winthrop street, Ruth
VEINS Gas Machine, which has been patented
in Canada, and for which letters patent have
been applied for in this country. The design
of the machine is to furnish gas for lighting,
istead of the coal gas now in use. The ma
chine is quite novel in its construction. The
gas is formed by pumping air into the gas
ometer, which is placed in the cellar, and this
air, impregnated with gasoline, forms the gas
for burning. The air is furnished by bellows
worked by little cog-wheel machine that
is kept in motion by weights; the pumping
process is continued while the gas is lighted.
The usual piping is used, although different
burners are substituted. AS 95 per cent. of
the gas is formed from air, that costs nothing,
it furnishes very cheap illumination.
As for example, it is claimed that gas for
twenty burners can be furnished one year at a
cost Of about 1926! The gasometer costs
about $50. There is no offensive odor while
burning; the light is clear and brilliant If
this process of furnishing light proves to be
all that is claimed for it, then there will be a
complete revolution in the manner oflighting
our dwellings and public places.
Fire In Vassalboro'.-Loss $4,000.
A Gre occurred at Getchells Corner, Vas
salboro', on Saturday afternoon, burning a
large freight house of the Maine Central, two
or three storage buildings belonging to other
parties, and small dwelling house near the
freight house. The assistance of the fire de-
partment of this city was asked for and kind
ly and promptly rendered. The steamer
Cushnoc and company went up on a special
train, following the regular afternoon train.
On arriving at Vassalboro' they found the
freight house and its contents too far gone to
save, but numerous other buildings had
caught, threatening general confagration Of
the passenger station and large amount Of
adjoining property. Help came none too
soon to stay the flames. The engine re-
manned on the platform car, while water was
drawn from brook near by, and soon the
fire was under control. About $4,000 worth
Of pressed hay, stored in the freight house,
was consumed. The hay belonged to private
parties, and was not insured. The entire
loss by the fire coul Id not have been far from
$4,000. 1t Vas caused by spark from a
passing locomotive. The Cushnoc company
rendered noble service in staying the tide Of
the conflagration, and returned to the city
about eight o'clock in the evening.
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Railroad Suit.
A Drunken Clergyman.
PENNSYLV ANA.

Pittsburg, %. About forty crusaders were
arrested again to-day and confined in the
central police station, charged with obstruct-
itg the sidewalks. They were released on
giving bail for hearing Monday. Great ex-
citement prevailed, and large crowds gathered
about the police stations. Tho ladies are
still determined to continue their work, not
withstanding the work Of the authorities.
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SOUTH AMERICA.

New York, "a. Steamer Henry Chauncey
brings Aspinwall dates to the 18th, 40 follows;
The isthmus is quiet, except in its relations
to the Darien and Bayamo Indians. The
military expedition sent to chastise them for
attacks on COUGHS soldiers returned unable
to effect their object. The military force form.
ed out of COUGHS men broke and fed, leaving
the Indians masters of the field.
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The fifty thousand salmon Matched at Ever
leth Weston's fish breeding establishment
for the Georges river, says the Waldoboro'
News, have been placed in the brooks run-
ming into that stream. The balance of the
hundred thousand will be turned into the
Medomak in few days.
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WEATHER..

WAR DEPARTMENT,
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER.
Washington, d. c. May %.
For New England, the Middle States and
the lower lake region, generally cloudy wea-
Their and areas of rain will prevail, with east
erly to S. Z. winds, stationary or rising tenn
perature and falling barometer.
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OHIO.

Hillsboro, %. The Crusaders reappeared
yesterday in large numbers, and while con-
Quoting services in front of saloon were ar
rested and taken to the Central police station.
Their arrest coused considerable excitement.
attracting an immence crowd. The hearing
resulted in two of the most prominent leaders
being fined S25 each, and q gentleman who
accompanied them, $50 and costs. The fines
were paid under protest, and an appeal will be
made to higher court.
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Iaifn.

In Brunswick, 14th inst, Alice Britt, aged 81
years; 18th inst, John Stevens, aged 10 years. 18th
inst Susie W. Booker, aged 20 years, months and
days.
In Waterville, 2lst nst Emma Florence, young
est daughter Of c. II. and A. f. Jones' aged Is yrs,
10 months.
In Fairfield, 20th nst Miss Lena Horn daughter
of Alden Horn, aged 10 years and months; 18th
inst, Maude, only child of Henry and Flora NJ.
King aged months; 18Th inst, VIM. Oliver, aged
about 30 years; Eth inst, Mary Woodman, aged u
wears,
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Somerset Railroad.

rTHE Annual Meeting of the Stockholders of the
l. Somerset Railroad, will be held at Norrdge-
wock, in the Town Hall, on Wednesday the tenth
day of June next, at ten O'Clock A. NJ.
/. For the choice of Directors for the ensuing
year,
2. To see what action the stockholders will take
in regard to the charter for a railroad from West
Watervle TO Augusta.
5. For the transaction of any other business that
may be brought before them.
By order of the Directors,
EDWARD ROWE, Clerk.
NorTidgewocl, May p, 1874. may25. t3taw&wtld
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The old and well established firm of Charles
W. Stafford Son, dealers in hardware, iron,
steel &c., make their announcement in our
column this morning. They always have at
their store large and full supply of those
goods usually found in a hardware store, and
their reputation for fair dealing is thoroughly
established in this community where they are
well known.
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AT Waldoboro', on Decoration day, pro-
cession of the Good Templar Lodge, the Re-
form Club, Cold Water Temple, Sabbath
Schools, and citizens will be formed at P.
NJ, and headed by the Waldoboro' Cornet
Band, will proceed to the cemeteries, where
appropriate addresses will be made and the
graves decorated
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Takers of water from the Augusta Water
Works, have in many cases purchased hose,
and for laying the dust are quite Independent
of the street sprinkler.
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Memorial Day.
HEAD QUARTERS
SETH WILLIAMS POST No. IL,
DEPARTMENT OF MAINE, q. a. r.,

AUGUSTA, May 20, 1914.
General order No. |.
The ceremony of decorating with flowers the
graves of those of our comrades who lie buried in
The cemeteries of Augusta, will dcyolve upon this
Post on the thirtieth day of the present month
The Commander feels confident that every member
of the Post will devote himself to the services OF
the day
III comrades of the Armies of the Republic, in
the city, cordially invited to join i'll the ranks
of this post on the occasion.
Let the kind hands of comrades living, strew with
the beautiful first fruits of the year, the graves of
hose who sleep in obedience to country's laws.
By command of
CHAS. f. NASH,
Post Commander.
G.P. CoCnRANE Adjutant. may2l-teedl3o
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The May session of the Grand Division,
Sons of Temperance, will be held in Bow
doinham, commencing on the 9th inst, and
continuing two days.