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Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
China Locals.

nihb LOSaiss
Rev. Z. s. Fish, pastor of the First Bap-
tist Church in China, has tended his resgna-
ton, to take effect April lst.
Jabez Dow, formerly Of tins place, but late
ly living in Belfast, was brought here and
buried on Wednesday. His age was 81. He
was well known as an old resident of China,
and was the father of Lorenzo Dow of Fair
field and Martha A. Dow of Augusta.
Mr. James w. Morrill, of Winslow lost a
valuable horse last week He was travelling
in the town of Albion VIXEN his horse slipped
and broke one of her legs.
The levee next Tuesday in aid of the Acad-
envy promises to be fine affair.
The China and Albion Sabbath School AS
sociaton met at the Baptist Church in China
on Wednesday, Jan. 2Sth, at 10 o'clock, A.
NJ. In the absence of the President Rev. f.
S. Fish, the Vice President took the chair.
After devotional exercises, the theme, "Sun-
day School Work-What is it 2" was ably dis
cussed by j. w. Jacobs, of Dirigo. His re-
marks were very interesting and ELECTED close
attention.
Rev. d. C. Wentworth of China and Rev.
j. Dinsmore of Winsow, next spoke upon the
"Duty of Christians to attend the Sunday
School,"
The reports of Superintendent of the diff
presented,a showing good condition of the
schools and generally in a prosperous state.
| The Question Box was next in order, and
| with that closed the forenoon session.
Met again at one o'clock p. NJ. Theme
| GLOW to Teach," was illustrated by a class
| led by Rev. j. Dinsmore, in an inter
csting and profitable manner. After a
Praise meeting of one-half hour, the theme
chow to Import New Life to Monotonous
| Sunday School," was discussed by Rev. Mr.
Sawyer of Albion, and Friend Eli Jones, Of
China. Theme: "Power of Scripture Truth
was next discussed by Friend Eli Jones
Reys. Sawyer and Dnsmore. The frs
speaker said that the power of the Scripture.
cannot be measured by figures, that its infu
ence is boundless, and often silent in it,
workings. Yet it is all pervading and surely
progressing. Men are often under its inhu
| ence without acknowledging it, and profess
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
Chicago Produce Market.

Chicago, Jan. 80.
tlour-eNtra spring 75a 1913.
Wheat-No. spring. l23Iaal- ; No. l223i l-2a-
cash; 12S-- February; 126- March; No. ll5al-2
rejected l0SJaa.
Corn-No,2 mixed 5s't cash; IS 3-sa February
59as March; May cog; rejected cd 5.-a5i; new
5li4a-.
oats-l2 II cash; i3'a Feb; t5 March; rejected at
3Slea39.
Rye-S2-as3.
Barley-No. fall l70a lS0; No. 3 spring 4Ss52
Dressed Hogs-6 j0a6 90.
Pcrk-4 80 cash. "A 81 February; IA 7jali 81 IL
March
Lard-' C5ao 25 cash; 10 for February; . 10 for
March.
Bulk Meats shoulders 81. /; short rib mid "a a
-; short clear mid s-a.
Green meats-shoulders 5l2 short ribs IA
Hams 10 Tbs average a9Is.
Whskey-97-.
Recepts-ll 600 -four; 1921 600 wheat; lG coo corn
u 900 oats; 900 rye; 1900 barley.
Shipments-l3.000 -four; 1900 wheat; 81 600
corn 00J oats 10 coo barley; 600 rye.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

contingent fund occupied much Of ths time
of the senate. In the house Of Representa-.
tives two new financial bills were referred to
to the committee Of the whole, the army an
preparation bill was discussed at some length,
peneing the consideration of which bill was
reported from the committee on banking and
currency, to change the location of the ma
tional banks, by Mr.. Maynard. The house
directed an investigation into the affairs Of
the National Bank of New York.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

The imports Of dry goods this week were 2727,.
Customs Receipts to-day oos,o00
The extreme range Of Gold today was Ill ;. and
1ll4.
Ihe rates paid for carrying to day were 8, 4, AZ
2, / and 8 per cent. "
Inc ssistant treasurer paid out to-day $232, 600
on account on interest and $4,000 in redemption
of $50 ponds.
The operations of the Gold Exchange Bank were
as follows:
Gold balances s2l75 495
Currency balances s24O6 42s
uross ciearances 81, 1853 900
state bonds dull. Governments steady The
at the opening and again for short time after the
second board was strong throughout the day, and
advanced from u to Ia per cent.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
OHIO.

Cincinnati, so. A fire at Fort Wayne this
morning burned the two upper floors Of Ham
ilton building, and two stores were damaged.
Loss S35, 600.
Mike Jones alias W. H. McHenry. rail-
road robber, burglar and thief, to-day was
sentenced to the penitentiaty for ten years.
He is one of the largest gang of railroad
freight robbers in the country, having con-
necton on half dozen Western railroads.
One freight line alone has lost $40, 600 worth
of goods by these robbers in The past four
months.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
NEWS BY MAIL.

Joseph Arch has been invited to stand for
parliament in Birmingham, England.
In the United States senate Thursday, Pc
tition relating to finance was presented and
financial bill was introduced by Senator Conk-
ling of New York. The Louisiana question
was taken up and Senator Carpenter Of Wis
consin made an extended speech strongly in
favor of new election. The matter of sup
plying the reporters with stationery from the
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

Sam ID. Leavitt, who represents Eastport
in the Legislature, enjoys the friendship and
confidence of the stalwart aborigine that the
Passamaquoddy Indians send to the capital.
They are neighbors at home, and Sam has
hunted and fished under the guidance of the
representative big Injun. "Leberet," said he
accosting his white brother with that twist of
the tongue which ignores certain letters in the
alphabet, what you doum for us
here?" "Well, l don't know my friend
they are pretty snug with their money
ayes, but we must have 'um money--must
shingle 'um schoolhouse, fix 'um up
chapel. S'pose you can't get 'um straight,
you mast steal 'um!" That Indian had
heard of transactions at Washington, and his
untutored mind failed to recognize the fact
that he addressed the chairman of the Demo
cratic State Committee. - Belfast Journal
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
The State Prison Investigation.

The special committee on State Prison inves-
tigation had a meeting yesterday, and organ
lied by the choice OF Hon. Chas. Shaw as
President, and Hon. j. c. Talbot, Secretary.
They have decided to employ three compe-
tent business men, to be placed under oath,
and an accountant, to visit the prison imme-
diatoly, and take account of stock. When
this is done, the committee will have meetings
in this city, will employ stenographic repor-
ter, summons witnesses, and take all the tes-
timony that can be elected bearing upon the
case. The work of investigation will begin
at once.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
TENNESSEE.

Memphis, 81. A shooting afIray occurred
at the corner Of Main and Jefferson streets
at midnight, last night, between II. E. Smell
sey, reporter OF the Avalanche, and Charles
Robinson, an attache of the. Register, grow
ing out Of some newspaper articles rejecting
on each. Robinson demanded retracton.
Smelsey refused. Both parties were arrest
ed and gave bonds fer their appearance. Al
though six shots were fred no one is rep
ed hurt.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
CAxAD.A

Torcato, 50. \ cable despatch announces
that Vicar General Jamo, of Toronto diocese,
has been appointed by the Pope to be Bishop
of Sault, s.. Marie, and Rlv. d. b. Crnnon
Vicar General If London diocese, has beea
raise! t. Bishop oi Hamilton.
4 despatch from Ncwfouadlanl, states that
The Gevovuo: Of that Province rlseno to
day.
hamilton, Oniario, so. The damages to the
Great Western Railroad track between Bap-
tist Creek and Chatham by the recent frcshet
have been repaired and trains are row run
ling.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
Union Religious services-Preaehing by
Rev. Mr.. Earle.

The Union church services to morrow for
the preaching Of Rev. A. B. Earle the Evan
gelist, are arranged as foilows, viz: A. NJ,
at tie Congregational church, to be followed
by general exercise for all the Sunday
schools at the same church $50 2. NJ, at
the First Baptist church; !, in the evening, at
the Methodist church. l. is understood that
the seats are free, and cordial invitation is
extended TO all to attend the meetings. On
Monday afternoon and evening, the meetings
will be held at the Free Baptist church; on
Tuesday at the Congregational; on Wednes-
day at the Baptist; on Thursday at the Meth
dist church, and then round again in the same
order.
The Syracuse Daily Journal speaks in the
highest terms of Mr.. Earles labors in that
city. 1t says that the meetings have been
held for eighteen days in succession, Mr.
Earle preaching constantly, the interest in
creasiDg day by day, and il must be the test-
mony of every attendant upon the meetings
that such precious season has never been
known in the city. We quote few items
from the Journal: FOn Saturday evening,
after an impressive discourse By Mr.. Earle
upon the general topic why am | on the
Lords side: upwards of five hundred per-
sons responded to the invitation to give a
single reason in answer TO the above question.
1t seemed as if Plymouth church had been
translated from earth to heaven. So, earn
est, hopeful, trustful, joyful was the testi
mony given. At the farwell meeting Mr..
Earle spoke from the text, Glorious things
are spoken of thee, ., city of God His die
course was brief, but peculiarly appropriate
to the occasion. At its conclusion short fare
well addresses were made by the clergymen,
breathing expressions of gratitude, conf
dence and personal regard. mingled with
praise to God for the abundant blessings
poured out opon the churches, and vet to
bring forth rich harvest of souls saved AT
the close of the services nearly every person
pressed forward to take Mr.. Earle by the
hand and exchange brief farewell. These
are the warmest expressions of friendships
from those who have been constant attendants
upon his services. Among those who most
deeply regret his departure and hope for his
return at some future time, are three hun
dred, perhaps nearer four hundred, converts. "
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
NEW iIAMpsIE[ItE.

Manchester, 30. Jasper z. George Of
Manchester, was nominated this evening by
the prohibitionists senatorial convention.
a petition to the Governor and Council.
numerously signed by the legal fraternity, is
being circulated, requesting the appointment
Of HON. Isaac w. Smith Of this city, to the
vacant iu1geship in the supreme ceurt.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
Visit to the Hospital.

The Committee on the Insane Hospital
visited that institution yesterday asternoon.
Besides the committee quite large number
of ladies, including Mrs. Packard and gentle
men were in attendance. All were courte-
ously received by DR.. Sanborn and his ex-
cellent wife. DIR. S. is the Assistant Super
intendent The committee made a thorough
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
NEW JERSEY.

Patterson, n. j., 80. James ONeiii OF
Patterson, Justice of the Peace, was to-day
sentenced to thirty days in the county jail .or
malfeasance, having Illegally commiucl
man TO Jail for non payment Of twelve dol
lar bill for liquor.
The number Of persons receiving reiiet in
this city is above 1000.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
MASS .ACHISETrS.

Boston, so. In the Massachusetts, Senate
to-day, the resolution to rescind ard annul
the Sumner battle flag resoluJions of censure
was taken up and President Loring made a
long and strong speech in its favor.
Springfield, 80. Miss Gertrude Rogers
teacher, committed suicide by drowning at
Great Darlington, Thursday. 1t is thought
she was insane.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

We understand that Gen. W. S. Tilton las
been unanimously elected Trustee of the
Maine State Agricultural Society, in place of
Mr.. Raymond, resigned. This is an excel
lent selection. The General is an earnest and
valuable friend to the agricultural interests Of
the State, and his extensive practical expert
once in stock raising of various kinds, but
especially in horse breeding, makes his Sc
lection as trustee highly appropriate, and a
subject for copgratulation among all those
who hold the interests Of the State in high
esteem.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

his mission had been advantageous to both
countries, and it was his hearty desire that
the friendly relations between France and the
United States might if possible be still further
strengthened. He reciprocated Mac Mahons
kind wishes.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
Protection of HOLSTERS.

see by the Senate report in yesterdays
journal, that an act has been reported
for the better protection of Holsters. I'm
glad of it. think such heartless cruelty as
plunging the poor things alive into scading
hot water should be severely dealt with.
DnI pftI,.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
.MISSOI

ST. Louis. 80. a caucus OF the opposition
members of the Kansas Legislature, was held
last aight, but no definite action was taken.
The majority of the caucus agreed to support
j. X. Hudson. The straight republicans will
hold meeting tonight. If they unite on
man it is said the contest will be decided to-
morrow.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

inspection, examining all the wards, and see-
ing all the patients. There are upwards Of
four hundred patients now in the hospital.
The committee expressed themselves pleased
with the general management of the hospi-
tai and feel that these unfortunate beings are
as well provided for and as well cared for as
they can be anywhere. DIR. Harlow was alb
sent, having been called away Unexpectedly
70 attend court at Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
WEATHER.
WAR DEPARTMENT,

WAR DEPARTMENT, }
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER.
Washington, D. c. 80.
For New England, the Middle States and
Lower Lake region, fresh and brisk north
westerly to variable winds, and generally
cloudy weather will prevail, with areas of
snow, the temperature remaining above fr, Z
ing north Of Virginia.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
FROM CALiFOisNIA.

san Francisco, so. The notorious mur-
derer and robber Tiburcio Uasguez with a
gang Of about 20 desperadoes was discovered
camped in remote part Of Kern county, this
State. The sheriff Of that county with Il
strong force has gone to Gght and capture
the gang
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

Our venerable and respected citizen, Chas.
Hamlen, Esq, has complete file Of alma
macs since the year 1898, preserved by his
late father and himself-a curious and valua-
BILE compend of information. Mr.. Hamlen
also has an almanac for the year l717.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
Aoral anD State Nems.

Happily the scarlet fever is abating on tht
east side of the river.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
A call has been issued by the officers of the

a call mas been lssued by the Objects OF The
Augusta Temperance Reform Club, for a
mass meeting to be held at Meonian Hall, on
this Saturday evening, at o'clock, for the
purpose of considering matters pertaining
to the cause, and ''of taking such
measures as shall efectually close up
the grog shops and drive their keep
ers from our midst or into better bust
ness. And we most earnestly invite all the
members of our churches and congregations
Of this city, the members of every political
party, and all who love God and their fellow
men. to come this once and unite with US in
the great work of christian philanthropy"
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

Rev L. Z. Beckwith will give concluding
lecture on Braniahnism, at the Unitarian
church, tomorrow Sunday evening, al
o'clock. The public is cordially invited.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

The new proprietors of the Augusta Laan'
dry are succeeding we'll They have ex-
perienced help from Boston, and are prepared
to do first class work.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

On account Of the temperance mass meet
ing, this evening, at Meonian Hall, the union
prayer meeting appointed at the Methodist
chvrch, will be omitted.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

Services at the Unigersalist church to-mor
row forenoon and evening. Preaching b,
Rev. Mr.. Hines.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

The Young Ladies Board of Missions, con-
nected with the Granite church, will meet
with Miss Robins, on Green street, at half
past two this Saturday afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

The Committee on Legal Affairs voted yes
terday afternoon to report a bill to amend
section is of chapter 81, revised statutes, re-
lating to railroad fences.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

The Buckley Serenaders appear at Granite
Hall next Thursday evering. They COM
pose first-class troupe, and always give
satisfaction.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

EASTPOR 4.

Eastport, 80. The brig Willie Maud of
Parrsboro', from st. John for Barbados, is
ashore at Grand Menan. Crew all saved, but
badly frost bitten
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

A glance at our columns for a few days past
will demonstrate to any one that this has in
deed been sfield week" in Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

w. C. Campbell, Second Advent, is tt
preach in the rooms in Darby block, tomor
row forenoon and afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
Cincinnati Produce Market.
Cincinnati, Jan, so

PROVIsIONS-quet.
POBK-I5 75d
LARD-steam a.; kettle 90.
BULK MEATS--shoulders 6hsl4 clear rib sides
1l26-; clear sides ssS1sa.
BACON-shoulders II 9 IL; clear rib sides 9-s
IS clear sides 0-99l.
WHI5kEY-a5a-.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL.
Scw York Money Market.
New York, Jan 3(
EVENGSG REpoRT

EgENISG REPORT
Wall Street has been without any part euiar sem
sdtion today. Money was loaned down 10 3ai per
cent this afternoon, but the demand was not sui-
neent To absorb the offerings.
The following is the earring House statement Of
to-day:
Currency exchanges StiG lt, l6}
Currency balances S2,Hi0, ,233
Gold balances 81 800 692
Gold exchanges Sl,llu,19i
Foreign exchange closed firm 50 ha- for
PRIME bankers sixty days sterling; s. al - Is
iordemSnd.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
AUGUSTA SAVINGS BANK
Organised in lS18.

Bank Honrs-From O'Clock A. NJ. to Az
O'Clock p. NJ, and on SATURDAY EVENING ffom
7o'clock to 81 o'clock.
Deposits OF any GEaoant received.
Regular Dirideads, February and August Of each
year.
Extra Diridends tof surplus earningsj once in
TWO YEARS.
aTAl accounts OF deposltors strictly private
confidential.
interest, dividends, and all other privileges, as
favorable to depositors as any savings Bank In
Maine affords.
For further Information address
w, r. SMITH. II easurer,
Augusta, Feb. 27. 1878.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

DR.. Cudworths lecture last evening at
Granite Hall, on the ups and downs of life,
was one of the most entertaining and lively
treats that has been given to cur people for a
long time. Starting on the idea that it was
the province of the lecture to amuse as well
as instruct, he kept well to his idea and sent
his audience home in rare good humor, better
prepared for the up-hills tina. may be before
them.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
Personal.


Hen. John L. Stevens will deliver his lee.
ture on "South America" a. the Congrcga-
tional church in Wilton, Tuesday evening,
Feb Sd.
Gel, L, A. Smith Of the Portland Press, and
Gen. Hodson Of Bangor, formerly Adjutan,
General, were in the city yesterday.
Rev. f. w. Hutchinson retires to-day from
the position of Superintendent of the State
Reform School, which he has filled so well
for more than three years.
Mr.. John ID. Prescott. died at Exeter last
week, aged co years.
Mr.. Nj, L. Stevens, of Portland, gave his
lecture, entitled, "Echoes and Re echoes, j
at Bowdoinham, on Wednesday evening last.
We hear the most favorable reports of the
lecture.
DR.. Wilbur Of Skowhegan, was quite seri-
ousy injured on Monday last By q kick from
his horse.
We are sorry to learn that Mr.. J. w. Lang,
of Brooks is now at his home lying in dam
gerous condition from typhoid fever
Hon. Lewis Barker of Bangor will not be
able to deliver the Grafton on the occasion OF
the dedication of the new court house at
Skowhegan, Feb. 9TH, as announced, owing
to other engagements.
Mrs Jane Bishop of Belfast, who died re-
Gently, aged 4S years, was the widow OF one
of the earliest settlers of the town.
Gen. Selden Conner is President of the AL,
umni of Tufts College. He was of the class
of 80.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

John Plasted has sued the city of Gardiner
for damages received last year, from being
thrown from his pung, on account of the
boys sliding in the read, and frightening
his horse. His thigh was fractured and he
has not yet fully recovered thereirom.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

The Cause OF the Late Fire tn EIaiio,.ell.
An old defective chimney being of only one
brick in thickness, and has from the evidence
of reliable mechanic who has made repairs
on the building been suffered to remain in an
unsafe condition for long time. Two years
since while at work in the building the chin
ney took fire and smoke issued from between
the bricks and he advised having water at
hand in case of necessity. Two stove pipes
have been creating kreosote since that time,
one an air tight, wood stove, great genera.
tor of gas, kreosote, and great destroyer of
mortar. No precautlon has been taken, but
old rubbish has been suffered to accumulate
and thrown around the chimney, and the won
der is not how the fire took at this time, but
why it did not take before? The inyestiga-
ton by Municipal authority was premature,
as there is not the least grounds for suspicion
of an incendary act. Seven eglts of the
fires originate in fral, modern chimneys, de-
fectiye fues and stove pipes and cold ashes
put in out houses, in wooden vessels-No-
body ever would admit OF being guilty of put
ting away hot ashes. People can't be too
careful this cold weather. Look to these
things before your house is burned up, as it
will be but little satisfaction to know how it
caught when you are about leaving it some
cold night for your nearest neighbor.
An OLD FIREMAN,
and resident of Hal
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31
Members Of the LEGISLATURE

DESIRING a home for the winter are informed
~ that can accommodate eight with first class
board at
Very Reasonable Prices.
A sitting room for their use will be provided free
OF charge. MRS. ii. w. MORTON,
dec3l-ttf Elm Street.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

A naughty little boy, bubbering because
his mother wouldn't let him go down to the
river on the Sabbath, upon being admonished,
said: 81 didn't want to go swimmin' with
'em, ma. Ionly want to so down and see the
bad little boys drown fer going a svimmir
on Sunday
Daily Kennebec journal., 1874-01-31

a delegation OF twenty-five from the Win
throp r. y. Chapter, visited Jerusalem Chap
ter at their meeting in HalIowell on Thurs
day evening. These neighborly visits
strengthen the bond of unity between the
brethren.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-07-17

cotton and $50 sacks seed, and reshipped
20 bales at the mouth Of the river. Cd
her trip up Arkansas river, near Sanas1
ser Landing, she picked up snag, which
penetrated the boiler deck, caromed on
the chimney, and did no further damage.
The snag knocked the brichin and chin
ney down, which came near setting the
boat on ire, but she came into port all
right The damages will be light. She
leaves to morrow evening with return
trip for Pine Bluff and all points on
Arkansas river.
Captain Dick Lightburne is receiving
large lot of old rags and iron on the
levee for the Tatum for Cincinnati.
The Ella from White river brought in
% bales cotton and reshipped ID at the
mouth.