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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-31
M MASSACHUSETTS.

Boston, %. Monitors Shawnee and Wassa
were auctioned to-day at the navy yard, four
guns having been moved previously. The
Shawnee brought $4,000: Wassa, 1923, 800.
Both were purchased by Nathaniel Mckay.
The will of Margaret NJ. Earle, of Boston,
filed in the Probate office o-dsy, contains q
bequest of $500 to consumptives' home.
The Presidential party will be at Oak
Bluff, Msrtha's Vineyard, Sunday, and will
go from there to Newport Monday, and to
New York Monday night via Fall River line.
New Bedford, 30. President Grant, after
returning from Nashou, yesterday, was ten
dered reception in the evening at the Sea
View House. 1t was a pleasant affair, and
the people had better opportunity to sea the
President than at any other time during his
visit. About thousand ladies and gentle
men were introduced by Mr.. Morissey Ser
gent at Arms of the Massachusetts Legisla-
ture, and shook hands with the President.
Bishop Haven and other reverend gentlemen
from the camp-ground were present. A
supurb collation. followed, of which the Presi-
dental party with other distinguished guests
and the committee Of arrangements, partook.
To-day President attended public worship in
the Tabernacle. The sermon was by Bishop
Haven, in the morning, and by Rev. DR..
Tiffany of Washington, in the afternoon. At
| the love feast, previous to the morning SER
vice, brief but effective remarks were made
| by the Postmaster General. The Presidents
| visit does not much diminish the interest in
the camp.meeting. About so persons came
forward and requested prayer on Saturday
evening.
| Lowell, 80. This afternoon new Metho-
dist chapel on Branch street was dedicated.
So large was the attendance that two congre-
cations formed an unusual novelty of two
dedicatory sermons, preached simultaneously
in contiguous rooms occurred. Rev. T. b.
! Smith and j. II. Mansfield were preachers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-31
ALABA MA.

Montgomery, 20. In letter published to.
day, J. L. Rapier, republican congressman
and nominee for reelection, says that in ex-
change for the nomination by the convention
which, he says, was taken possession of by
roughs, who demanded that much as the price
of their support. lie signed written agree
ment to vote in Congress against the i'm
parchment of Judge Busted. If he had not
signed, he thinks there would have been a
riot and bloodshed. He explains in his let
ter that he was opposed to Busteed's i'm
parchment before signing. Judge Busted
will leave for New York in few days by the
advice of his physician. In a letter to be
published Tomorrow he declines to take part
in the pending canvass, on the ground that
the republican convention was a pecked af-
fair,-a machine run in the interests of men
seeking continuance in Office, and composed
of Tyros in office, paupers in intellect, and
affluent in profigacy.
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FOREIGN.
France.

Paris, 20. President Mcmahon has signed
decree ordering elections to be held in sew
en- departments on the 4th of October next, to
fill vacancies in the national assembly.
The sale Of the London Hour in France is
prohibited. in consequence Of the publication
of letters by Bazaine.
The French authorities have disarmed a
Carlist battalion, in which was operating
against Puycerda, for entering French terri
tory The Carlists have since been more cir
cumspect.
Brussels, 30. The final sitting of the in
ternational conference was held yesterday.
All the members signed the protocol except
the delegates from Great Britain and Turkey,
who postponed attaching their signatures.
Madrid, 20. Over 200 Carlists were killed
and many wounded in the attack on Puycer.
da. The republican garrison have 10 barrels
of degnamite, with which they will blow UP
the place if the Carlists succeed in carrying
it.
A force of Carlists entered Colohorra, q
miles southeast of Lagrono on the 25th, ant
sacked houses, levied a contribution of $l700(
from the clergy, shot four volunteers, freed
convicts and burned the railway station.
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Washington County News.

In April last. the schooner B. Young, own
ed by Capt. VIM. Mitchell. Of Machiasport,
lumber laden, bound from Shulee, N. s., to
New York, foupdered at sea. The crew of
five men were lost. Thomas Murphy, of Ma
chias, was Master. Except one, single man,
the crew left families. Two months ago the
wreck was picked up at sea and towed into
Jonesport. Last week the lumber was re-
moved from the hold of the vessel. The
body Of the captain was found among the lum-
Der in the hold, and in very good state of
preservation. No tidings from the rest of the
crew. 1t is thought that Murphy, knowing
death was inevitable, went into the hold,
thinking that his body would be recovered.
Political matters are quiet in Washington
county. The republicans at Dennysville,
August 20, nominated Samuel N. Campbell,
Of Cherry yield, and w. J. Corthell, of Calais,
for Senators. Both of these gentlemen have
served for two years past in the House, and
both are claimed to be for Mr.. Hamln.
The democrats in convention, at Machias
on the 9th, nominated James r. Talbot of
East Machias, and Giles NJ. Wentworth of
Calais, for Senators. Both are regarded as
able men. Mr.. Talbot has served five years
in the House Of Representatives.
For two weeks the weather has been clear
and cold. The nights have been frosty in the
low lands. The BURBERRY crop, which is
large, and of much value, has been injured by
frosts. The business is immense, the pickers
numbering several hundreds. They occupy
the Great Plains, mostly located in the tow
of Cherry field, Deblos and Columbia. The
owners of the land now receive one fourth of
cent per quart for all picked, the tariff be-
ing paid by owners of the Canning Works at
Jonesport, Millbridge and other points. The
income to land proprietors ranges from 81 to
500 per day. The pickers receive six to sew
en- cents per quart. Probably three hundred
bushels per day are moved from the Plains to
the several canning establishments. One
hundred tents and camps are occupied by
pickers on the grounds. Whole families camp
there the entire season. Twelve year old
boys and girls earn two and three dollars per
day each. On the night of August 22d, ice
formed in water left in buckets around the
camp doors on the plains.
large quantity of lumber is now in pro-
eress of shipment from Machias to Boston.
The piling places are filled here, and thsoe
operators who control lumber yards in Bos-
ton, have decided to fill them up and wait for
prices.
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A Pleasant Excursion.

On Saturday next, Sept. 9th, the Maine Gen.
trail Railroad is to provide another excursion,
this time to the terminus of the Portland
& Ogdensburg Railroad, several miles above
Upper Bartlett, right among the White Noun
tains. The regular excursion train will re-
turn the same evening. but those who desire
it, may remain over Sunday, their tickets be-
ing good on the regular trains the next day
An opportunity will also be given for sail
up Sebago lake to Songo river and the
magnificent Bay Of Naples. The most ex-
travagant descriptions are given of the seen
cry on this river, lake and bay. The journey
is one of continuous delight and unalloyed
pleasure, and happy those who will be able
to go. The fare from Augusta, Hallowell and
Gardiner to the White Hills and return, will
be only three dollars.
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STATE NEWS

Monday afternoon, Freddie, the eldest
child of w. E. Fuller of Union, whose age
was about Ave years, accidently fell back.
wards into tub of hot water, scalding HIM
self in fearful manner, 30 that nearly one
quarter part of the skin cleaved from the
body when his clothes were removed. He
fingered in an intense suffering condition for
about twenty hours, when death closed the
scene.
All unheralded, the friends of Mr.. and Mrs.
Charles Crossman, made their appearance at
their residence in Brunswick village, on Mon
day evening last, to celebrate the twenty fifth
anniversary Of their wedding.
A man by the name of Eugene Sewall, who
lived in Newport, near the Corinna line, was
found drowned in a stream in the latter town
tast Monday morning. 1t 10 said he left bis
home some time Sunday afternoon, and - he
did not return, fears we're aroused and search
made His clothes were found on the side Of
the stream, and his body was discovered to
be entangled in the weeds so firmly that his
limbs and face were much disfgured. It 10
thought he went in bathing, and was either
taken by cramp, or held down down by the
weeds.-[ Bangor Wing.
G. S. Chandler, the recently. appointed
principal of the high school at Chicopee Falls,
has declined the position to accept the tutor.
ship in Bowdoin College, where he graduated
in 1868.
Mr.. A. X. Lougee, of the arm of Lougee,
Wadsworth 4 Co., was driving on the road
between this place and West Garland the
other day, when the whiffletree bolt broke,
and his horse started on a run. Mr.. Lougee
was thrown out violently. and WAS picked up
in an unconscious state. TWAS some little time
before he recovered himself, and things ap-
peared little hazy to him all that day. His
escape from more serious damage was quite
remarkable. - Dexter Gazette.
Daniel Pratt, G. A. T. d. II. C. o. D., an
announces that he has engaged City Hall,
Bangor, for lecture this evening.
George Brown of Benton, has eight men at
work quarrying and hauling split stone for
underpinning buildings, now in process of
construction in Fairfield and Watsrville.
BOX" trottipg horse, owned BY Ira Pal.
mer of Dover, trotted full mile in 2 :35 on
Tuesday.
So clear was the sky ON Saturday last. that,
while at Harpswell we had q 6ne view Of the
White Mountains from early Morn until after
sunset. With good spy glass, ia the morn
ing, we distinctly made out the Tip Top hoass
on Mount Washington. Brunswick Tele-
graph.
The farmers in Mercer are cutting their
grain. They are receiving . bountiful crop,
which is put into the barn in good condition.
Other crops are rather late, but growing
nicly, and should the frosts hold of until lats
the farmer will be we'll paid for his labor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-31
Chicago Produce Market.
Chicago, Aug. 20, 1874.

-quiet-extra spring 75a5 Is.
Wheat - No. l spring, Ola -; No. 3, 3-a
81; No. ?, cash, 93 1854: Aug, sox; Sept.
s9laaso; rejected, S4as4.
Corn-No. 2. mixed, cash, -6sxa; Oct, -ee7x;
Sep, -, rejected, e6a661s.
Oats-No.2. 40laa; casL, 3sk; :, Sept 3ska;-
rejected, $50.
Rye-NO. 2, 75-a.
Barley-No. 2 spring s3-a94; No. spring s4A96
Dressed Hogs-6 0Oa6 25-.
Pcrk-22 SIN a23- cash: Aug, % 00-a230 Sep,
% %a23 X.
Lard-l5h- a 10, cash; Sep, IA tsal5; Aug.
IL 90.
Bulk Meats-sho uIders SEA; short rib mid Il
al; short clear mid 13kaA.
Green meats-shoulders -; short ribs -.
Hams IA ms average ais.
Whiskey-N-Ka.
Freghts-Corn to Buffalo, 3a3H wheat do -3k
a..
Recepts-7,OOO -four; ISL 900 wheat 213, 900 corn |;
l07 900 oats 5000 rye: 900 barley.
Shipments - 1900 -four; 5000 wheat; l0l 900
corn 1000 oats: 5000 barley; 900 rye.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-31
prove a means of grace to the ladies whose

prove means Of grace to the ladies whose
wardrobes are ruined thereby, and the water
or diet which have proved unhappy in their
effects on hundreds. The correspondent con-
tinues: "The association owning the ground
has a peculiar way of doing business, and
alays a prejudice prevalent in these parts
against the sale of lands devoted to re-
ligious uses, by giving leases for ninety
nine years under certain restrictions with
the privilege of renewal. Prices have
advanced from 100 to 800 per cent since
last season, at which time the first meeting
was held, and the spirit of speculation was
rife among the good brethren inside the ring,
while even the clergy have not quite escaped
Two ladies', who conformity own one of the
most eligible lots on the main aveune, on ar
irving here at the beginning of the meeting
with tent which they intended to erect for
use the presant season, found to their surprise
that a cheap house had been built on their
lot, although they have in their possession
receipt for the money paid. The house was
built by reverend gentleman, who preferred
their lot to his own, and all the satisfaction
they have been able to obtain is to be treated
in the coolest and most cavalier manner by
this clerical squatter." 1t is well understood
hereabouts that the aggrieved ladies belong in
Augusta, and that their naturally sweet tenn
pers were qnite ruffled by this unbusiness-like
transaction of the new-sea-side pleasure seek
ing -Campmeeting corporation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-31
OHIO.

Cincinnati, 20. In letter from Ex.Sec-
rotary McCulloch, on the subject of currency
and taxation, which he sends in lieu of COM
ing here and delivering an an address, he 10
represented as favoring the withdrawal Of le-
gal tenders and granting of free banking
privileges. He argues that the coin basis
cannot be reached while legal tenders are
about. He favors a law tariff for revenue,
and says that the coal and iron of Pennsylva.
MIA and the wooden manufactures of the east
need protection no longer
Cleveland, 90. A fire tonight in the viii
lage of Newburg, recently annexed to this
city in the 18th ward, caused the loss of $685.
600
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-31
FROM NEW YORK.

New York, 80. In various interviews to-
day Moulton says that he will print another
statement showing that Beecher confessed
adultery with another woman of his church.
not Mrs. Tilton, and will corroborate such
testimony with evidence by another person
who heard the confession.
Base ball-Mutuals, 4 Atlantics, 8.
Saratoga, 80. In the single scull race to-
day Hardy has been officially decided entitled
to the third place instead of Wilson, Hardy s
boat crossing the line or feet ahead of
Wilson's. Hardy's time was IA 500.
Buffalo, so. Arthur w. Fox, a prominent
business man of this city, was killed last
night while crossing the Central railroad
track, locomotive striking the buggy in
which he was riding.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-31
BELFAST.

Belfast, 90. A. the Democratic County
Convention, held here to-day, Joseph II.
Kaler of Belfast, and Jason Estes of Troy,
were nominated for Senators; Joseph San
born of Belfast for Sheriff; Geo. E. Wallace
of Belfast, for County Attorney; John B.
Wadlin of Belfast, for County Treasurer
and Crosby Fowler of Unity, for Commission
er. The Convention was more numerously
years.
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LOUISIANA.
More Trouble with Negroes

New Orleans, 90. The Evening Picaune
says that telegram from Shreveport, this
morning brings the startling information that
a body of 800 armed negroes has assembled
at Coushatta, and that the greatest alarm and
excitement prevails throughout the whole up
per Red River country.
The Secretary of the Governor says: No
prudence is given at the Executive Depart
ment to that Coushatta despatch in this eve
ning's Picaune, which is apparently intended
to excite the people and bring about another
Grant Parish affair. Ward is in this city, and
has never left it for a year, and the only foun-
dalton for the statement is, that the Sheriff at
Coushatta has summoned posse of 65 per-
sons,-l5 whites and so coored, to defend
the Parish officers, in case of any attempt 10
force them to resign.
Shreveport, %. Letters tonight, brought
by courier, states that 800 armed negroes
had assembled below Coushatta, and we're
constantly receiving reinforcements from all
quarters. The town is guarded by 200 white
men, who call for help. curier also ar
rived at Meridian Webster Parish, who brings
information that 40 men left Cation Point at
daylight this morning, for the scene of con-
dict. 10 men left here this afternoon, and
more will follow Tonight. Reinforcements
have also gone from Meridian. A letter from
Mr.. Stringfallow, at Robinson Place, states
that conflict is inevitable, and thinks it can
not be delayed longer than tonight The
black population of Red River Parish out
number the whites to l. Coushatta is so
miles from the nearest telegraph Office, and
it is not possible that further particulars can
be had before tomorrow
8, p. M. courier has just arrived from
Coushatta, and reports 100 white men there.
All is quiet, and no further trouble is appre-
hended. The white people have effected the
arrest of the following ring leaders, and have
them in Jail under a strong guard: F. S. Ed
gerton, Sheriff; Ii. w. Twitchell. Tax Col
lector; Clark Holland, Register; J. N. Dews,
Tax Collector of Necto Parish; Gilbert Cane
Deputy Sheriff; N. F. Newall, Attorney
General; and six leading negroes. These ar
rests LETT the negroes without leaders, and
their camp was Immediately disbanded. Two
negroes and one white man were killed, and
one white man seriously wounded. There
is great rejoicing here over the peaceful ter
mination of what threatened to be bloody
conflict.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-31

One of the most delightful places for noun
tain resort is The Glen, at the foot of Mt.
Washington on the east, a few miles from
Gorham, on the G. T. r. X. The spot is sur
proudly toward the sky, afiordag magnificent
scenery to the lover of the beautiful and the
sublime in nature. There are many charm
ing attractions in the vicinity, without men
tioning the summit of Mt. Washington, a
single view from which richly repays for the
laborious ascent. The fine hotel, by the
Messrs. Milliken of Portland, is comfortable,
pleasant and homelike,-all that guests can
possibly ask for. 1t is well filled with an
agreeable company.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-31

Among the tents sent by Adjutant General
Murray for the use of the troops at Bangor,
during the State Muster, is one of historic
and Confederate fame. 1t is a nine-feet wall
Hill, for his headquarters at the time he was
taken prisoner by our troops. Perhaps some
if the Maine veterans may be able to recog-
nize it. 1t will be preserved with great care,
est during the muster.
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MARYLAND.

Baltimore, 2g. The four story cooper es-
Enlistment of Kimball s. Co., on Central
Avenue, East Baltimore was burned to. day
The roofs Of several private residences in the
vicinity were burned at the chapel of the
Home Mission School was damaged several
thousand dollars. Total loss S25, 900. Prop
erty insured.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-31

On Monday eve Highland lodge Of Odd
Fellows will be instituted and officers installed
by grand officers. Next Tuesday morning
the superior court opens in this city. On
same day the county commissioners will be
in session at Court House. There are to be
several important hearings before them.
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TELEGKAMS IN GENERL.

New York, 20. Services were held in
Plymouth church this morning and evening
No reference made at either service to the
Tilton- Beecher matter. At the evening ser
vice Mrs. Beecher had an attack of heart
disease, to which she is subjected, and had to
be taken to her home.
Providence, r. l., 80. An unknown man
about 55 years of age. was found dead in a
shed in Wanskuck to-day.
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ASYLUM TRINITY COMMANpERY,

August 20, 1874.
There will be special conclave of Trinity Com
mandery X. T., at their Hall, Monday Aug. 81, at
O'Clock p. NJ. for work. also to consider the invita-
ton OF Winthrop r. A. Chapter to be present at its
conservation Thursday Sept. Sd, 1874 The Sir
knights are expected to be present in full regalia.
Per order of the E. c.,
aug3l-tlt CHAS. b. MORTON, Recorder.
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Fifteen years ago, at the house of Mr.. VIM.

Fifteen years ago, at the house of Mr.. VIM.
Taylor, who then lived on Cushnoc heights,
occurred an incident that has just been re-
vived. A little daughter of Mr.. Tay lor's,
fourteen years old, was presented by her
uncle with an elegant gold chain, cost
ing $40. This chain was lost shortly after
wards and could nowhere be found. On
Thursday, in tearing away the old house, the
identical chain was found among the laths, by
a brother of the young lady. 1t is as bright
and beautiful as on the day it was placed in
the hands of the gladstone girl.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-31

The classic play Of "Pygmalion and Gala.
tea," was performed at Granite Hall, on Sat-
urday night, to delighted audience. Miss
LeClercq, Miss Noah, Mr.. Mcdowell, and in
ted themselves finely, and received round up
on round of applause. The superb orchestra
added interest to the occasion. We trust this
excellent company may come this way again,
from our citizens
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PENNSYLVANIA.

Canton, Bradford County, 20. Albert
Brown (colored), last night, outraged a girl
seven years old. He cut her throat from ear
to ear, and then jumped in front of passing
train and broke his legs. He is now in Gus
tody.
Wilkesbarre, 90 Ex-Chief Police Mill
gan, shot dead a rough named Farrell, who
attempted to kill him last night. Milligan
was released on bail.
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DifD.

In Phillips, July 10th, Widow Isaac Davenport,
aged ~ years, months and 10 days.
In Smithfeld, 9th inst, Sumner Russell, Esq,
formerly of Avon, aged 81 years and days.
In Brunswick, 25th inst, Mrs. Ellen Doand, aged
40 years.
In Freeport, 25th inst, Georgia A. Brewer, aged
10 years and months Goth inst, Joel Kelsey aged
So years.
In Durham, Goth inst Mrs. Salna Traitor, aged
SO y airs.
In Rochester, Wis, sth inst, Mrs. Anstres NJ,
wife of Rev. Abner Coombs, aged IA years, former
ly of Brunswick.
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The schools in District No. 2G on the east
side of the river, Augusta, Misses Montfort
and Quincy of Yarmouth, Teachers, COM
mence this morning.
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The first meeting of the corporators of the
Messalonskee & Kennebec Railroad Company,
is to be holden at the office of Col Dewitt, in
this city, this afternoon at one o'clock. The
route has been surveyed and the books will
be immediatly opened for subscription to start.
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Notice..

TNHIS is to certify that my wife, Mary +. Wash
i burn has without cause LETT my bed and
board, and hereby caution all persons from trust
ing or harboring her, will pay no debts of her
contracting. HORATIO n. WASHBURN.
West Gardiner, August "a. 1874 aug3l.t3ts
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WEATHER.
WAR DEPARTMENT

WAR DEPARTMENT,
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER. I
Washington, d. c., Aug. 80.
For New England and the Middle States
generally higher barometer, slight changes in
temperature, winds shifting to northwest and
northeast and partly cloudy weather.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-31

The Vassaiboro Union Conference occurs
on Saturday, Sept. 9th, and not on the 10Th
inst, as previous announced.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-08-31

Somebody has been cunning in Mount
Pleasant Cemetery in this city. Dead birds
are found lying about, and grave stones and
monuments have been defaced by shot. We
should say that a grave yard is a solemn
place for sport of that kind.
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Garden thieves have been making raids on
the gardens in this city.