Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1875-07-29

Rev. VIM. 4. Reese. pastor of the
Baptist Society of this city, occupied his
pulpit last Sabbath. having returned from
his visit tc Massachusetts.
Rev. VIM. Forsyth of Bucksport, de-
livered very able and interesting dis
course on Temperance. to a large audience
at the congregational church last Sunday
evening.
strength. rather than beauty is the dis
tinguishiug feature In the structure;of the
Ma in Street bridge.
The next inquiry after How are you"
among our citizens. is. How are you 60
/ ing 10 vote on the railroad 2
-Raspberries were never more abun-
dant than now; they are selling at tie
stores at cts. per 10.
Our assistant editor, during our alb
sence has devoted himself TO picnics, chow
ders and donghnuts, which accounts for
hi lack of knowledge a. to our inten-
tious.
Farmers in this county are Now busily
engaged in hayiug. The crop is heavy
one. averaging better than last year
Throughout the state il will DC almost UNI
precedented in amount.
N. X. Sawyer and wife are now on a
visit to their many friends in this County
The health OF Mr.. 6. has improved since
his residence in jacksonville, and his sue
cess there has been encouraging.
-Rev. 4. X. Plumer of fremont. who
ha> been abroad for several years. wi II &C
cupy the Congregational pulpit next sun
day.
The tonnage OF the District OF French
mans Bay June 30. 1875. as appears bv
the annual report of the Collector of Gus
toms to the u ureau OF Statistics. was 1913
vessels-22 239 IS tons.
The meeting of the Temperance
League at Hancock Hall Monday evening.
was well attended and interesting remarks
were made by Rev. Mr.. Wilson OF Melrose
Mass. DR.. Grindle OF Mt. Desert. and some
was IN attendance.
During the present week. the theatre
going public will have rich treat at Ham-
cock Han. in attendance on the Metropol-
tan IheatIe. The plays selected are
among the best, and the company is com
posed OF actor, of reputation and talent.
See advertisement
The Baptist sabbath school will make
it. annual excursion to Bartlett's Island
tomorrow Thursday, leaving the wharf
at O'Clock and returning in the evening.
The Parents, and friends of the school are
cordially invited TO attend.
The Ellsworth Driving Association
will hold the second meeting of the season
At Donaqua Park. on Wednesday. Aug.
9Th. The purses offered amount to s275.
divided as follows One purse of $40 for
three minute horses; one purse OF $50 for
$50 horses; one purse Of $50 for 2.4O
horses zone purse of $40 for running horses.
and the sweepstake purse OF SIPS. open TO
all horses in the state. The running race
l. 10 be mile dash. free 10 all On the
same day. it is expected an Engine trial
will come of between the Engine compa-
MES OF this place.
ENCUg sIoN.-As we announced last
week. the Emerald Band will make AN ex-
cursion Ia Bar liarbor ne xt Friday on the
Barge Clifford of Bangor accompanied By
the Steamer {. b. Sanford. This barge
launched this Spring, was built expressly
for an excursion boat. She is nicely lifted
up, having all the modern conveniences
for the accommodation OF her passengers,
1900 of whom She can easily carry, and is
in-eyery respect. the boat OF all boats for
such business. She is in constant demand
at Bangor and vicinity, and everywhere
gives good satisfaction. She has three
decks, one of which is intended expressly
for dancing. \ good orchestra will be in
attendance during the day and evening, to
furnish music for those wishing to dance.
As the Band has been TO q very heavy ex-
pense, they ask for a liberal patronage.
and will spare no efforts 20 make the occa-
sion an enjoyable one. The boat will leave
Halls wharf at O'Clock A. NJ, maxim. a
complete circuit Of the Island, thus giving
all n chance TO see aud admire the many
magnificent Views, unsurpassed by any on
the Atlantic coast.