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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-04
Funeral of Ex-Presfdent johnson.
A Large Concourse IN Attendance.


Nashville, August 8. A special tonight from
dreenvilie to the Banner, says
Inc events OF to day have justified yesterday's
expectations. The body of Andrew Johnson "a
been buried in the presence Of such crowds "a
when living he delighted to address.
The taste and industry Of the ladies and gestle
men of Greenville had united to make the diney
old court room sadly beautiful, and almost suit.
able place for the remains Of an sx.President
to lie in state. The casket, plain but elegant, rest
ing in the midst of foliage and flowers WAS closed
so that no part of the body was visible; but on it
lay an excellent steel engraving Of President
johnson, in heavy gilt Masonic frame. while on
the walls and canopy posts were hung various
portraits and engravings of the deceased.
The regular trains from the east, arriving ct I
and ~, brought a large number of people from
country, and special train Of seven cars. from
knoxville, brought large delegation from that
CIV, ana many from other towns along the route.
meanwhile, the citizens had been steadily throng-
ing the roads from all directions, and before noon
fully ooo0 persons had assembled to attend the
burial.
At noon the family went from their residence to
the Court House. The Greenville LODGE brought
the body out and placed it in the hearse, A pro
cession was then formed and marched 10 the
grave, under charge Of marshal and assistants.
in the following Greer:
johnson Guards, Patrons Of Husbandry, Odd
Fellows, German Band and Dickinson Guards of
Knoxville; Masonic Lodges and Chapters; hearse
bearing the body, with pallbearers attending, and
knights Templars as guard of honor; the family
in carriages, Governor Porter and other State
officers, distinguished guests, members of the
Press, and lastly citizens on foot and ON horse
back. Special coverings for the hearse horses,
adorned with varied masonic insignia, had been
prepared for the occasion.
The cemetery is southwest of the town in view,
and on the left Of the railroad as you go to Knox
vile. 1t is natural mound about 100 feat high,
and commands view Of the Panaka range on
the southeast for 80 miles, while to the northeast
can be seen the bay, Clinch and possibly the Cum
berland mountains. Thither the procession moved
and was arranged in double circle around the
grave, leaving an open space Of about 200 feet in
diameter, enclosing the family. Knoxville Com
mandry, Knoxville Glec Club, the Governor and
other distinguished visitors. The Knights then
performed the funeral ceremony, and brief
abridgement of the Master Masons' ceremony Of
burial was CO nducted amidst the tears of the be-
reaved family.
The clods ratified upon the coffin lid of Andrew
johnson, his body was committed to the dust, his
body to the God who gave it. Quiet reigned dur
ing the day, and the respectful silence of the
large con.ourse of people was a fitting tribute to
the memory of one who ranked gratitude IS one
of the choicest Of human virtues.
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Cincinnati, August 3. A despatch to the Times
from Chillicothe, says the rain continues and the
flood gains strength. The canal broke below the
city, and swept 5000 bushels of wheat into the
river: People living in the bottom lands are NOV
Ing their families, fearing an inundation.
At Ironton the Ohio is rising inches an hour
and is also rising rapidly at Cincinnati where il
has already entered the lower stories Of houses on
Water street. and bids fair to go up as high as
ever known before.
trains the New Albany & Chicago railroad
were taken off, to-day, at GospoIt the track being
covered by the flood, from White river, for dis.
lance of miles. A heavy force of men are work
ing to prevent the large railroad bridge from float
ing away. The White river at this point is twelve
inches higher than ever before known. Trains
south from Lafayette 60 no further than Craw-
louisville, as the track is washed away in many
places.
A despatch from Athens, Ohio, says at midnight
the river was inches over the greatest elevation
known. The gas-pipes are flooded, and people
are compelled to use candles. No trains arc run
ming on any of the roads, and no mails have ar
rived since Saturday last.
Evansville, August 3. The crops on the Low
bottoms utterly ruined. The heavy damage
to the Evansville & Charlottesville railroad, above
Patoka will be repaired tomorrow. The rivers
are still rising.
A despatch from Memphis, says the river rose 2
inches during the last "a hours, and now stands
II inches below the rise of this spnng and 3 feet
below the flood of 1867 but reports from above
indicate that the food will exceed the spring rise.
Lafayette, Ind, August 3. The food in the
Wabash is more than a foot above the high water
mark OF 1853, and several inches higher than ever
before since the settlement of the county. All its
tributaries have been running out and the low
ground is all overlooked in many places. The
river is three TO five miles wide; the damage in
calcuable. Great suffering must result to the ten
ants on the low lands, whose all is swept away
The Wabash bottom, for an average of a mile and
half wide, the whole length Of the river, is sub
merged, and crops both harvesting and growing,
are swept away.
Our city is located on high ground and slight
damage has been experienced, except to manutac-
turers and mills.
The destruction of the Wabash & Erie Canal
between here and Fort Wayne-is complete. 1t
is broken in q hundred places. The canal and
river have been on level for As hours. The wa
ter of the river is rushing through the canal and
running over the hanks from one to the other at
all the low places.
This will be terrible blow to the people Of this
State.
1t is impossible to estimate any more accurately
the acreage.
The portion of the city located on the west
bank of the Wabash has been cut off for two
days by the high water overlooking the bridge
cvees, and communication 10 only kept open by
skiifs The river has fallen about two and halt
inches since O'Clock this morning, and is still
very slowly Iecedng.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-04

\ HOUSEHOLD NECESSITY. If our readers
knew Of the real merits of Renne's Magic Oil, we
are sure they would make place for it on their
sideboard or shelf at once. For burns, scalds,
srrans, colds, inflamatory complaints, and in fact
nearly all the aches, pains and ills that the human
frame is heir to, there is medicine sold that ex
GELS if it equals this popular pain relever. VIM.
Renne is no quack. lie is one of the first citizens
ty and perfect upright dealings in everything, is
one that he would never risk on an unworthy ar
ticle. We advise our readers to try Renne's
Magic Oil, and if it does not prove equal to
sertion, hold us responsible.
Troy, n. y. Daily Times.
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Person al.
CONNECTICUT.
MURDER AND ROBBERY.
1he Prisoner Attempts Suicide.

Worcester, Mass, August 8. Dwight F. Steers
of Putnam Conn, young man q years OF age,
was arrested in this city, this evening, on suspi-
cion of having murdered Frederick White of
Spencer, Mass, at New London, Conn, last Wed
nesdsy night. He at first denied his guilt, but
afterw ards confessed the crime. He admits stab
bling his victim five times with jack-k knife, and
robbing him of silver watch and $3, 100 in mon
ey After his arrest, and while confined in a cell
at the station house, he attempted to cut his own
throat with a knife, with which he was eat
ing his supper. lie will be taken to New London
tomorrow morning.
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| TUESDAY, August 3.
| The court opened this morning on the arrival OF
the Judge by the Eastern train. Prayer by Elder
Martin. All the traverse jurors summoned APP
peared and answered to their names, and were
duly empanelled and sworn. The preliminary call
| of the docket was then proceeded with, and occu-
pied the remainder Of the day. The whole num-
Der of actions on the old docket is $40. Only
some half dozen were marked for trial, it being
generally understood that the civil business would
be postponed till the October term
The following is list Of the jurors drawn -
Joseph z. Brann, Hallowcll; William Baentine.
Watorylle; VIM. G.. Brown, Monmouth lIalri-
son Clark, Pittston; Syvanus Caldwell, Augusta
Jason Croasinan, China; Chester NJ. Clark, China
Alexander NJ. Douglass, West Gardiner; j. n.
Fogg, Readfeld; Eben Freeman, Chelsea; Geo.
r.. Gleason, Belgrade; Abram w. Heath, Sidney ;
Nathaniel Jaquth, Clinton; Josiah F. Mari, Gar
diner G.. G. McCausland, Hallowcll; Moses S.
Mayhem, Mt. Vernon; Abram Morrill,, Water
vile; Chss. Osborn, Vassalboro' Sewall Pettn-
gill; Wayne; Joseph Piper, Augusta, Daniel II.
Priest Nassalboro'; i. c. Robinson, Augusta !;
ID. b. Savage, Augusta; Jesse l.. Turner, Rome !;
jesse L. Trdc, Litchfeld, Isaac G. Vannah, Gar
diner; Edward 2. Whiting, Winthrop; and y. r..
Wellington, Albion.
Mr.. Caldwell was chosen foreman of the first
jury, and Mr.. Mayhem foreman OF the second
jury.
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PORTLAND.
Liquor Seizures.

Portland August 8. Sixty-one seizures have
been made by the deputy sheriffs during the month
Of July, amounting in the aggregate to two
thousand and sixty gallons Of ale, and seven hun
dred and sixty gallons of the stronger liquors,
probably the largest amount ever seized in this
city before in single month since the prohbtory
law has been upon the statute book.
Railroad Matters.
The track on the Portland & Ogdensbulg was
laid one-third of mile beyond Wiley Brook this
morning, leaving but two-thirds of mile to COM
plete the road to the Fabyan. 1t is probable this
will all be finished by Thursday night, although
the rain may prevent.
Escape Of Prisoners.
Portland, Augest 8. Three prisoners-Chase,
Merchant and Dunlap escaped from oxford
county jail, at Paris, Saturday. Merchant was
arrested Sunday night. The others are still at
large.
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Benz. Mason, Esq, of Sonth Berwick whose
death we announced yesterday, was born at Bos-
ton, in the year 1888, but removed with his father,
bartholomew Mason, to South Berwick, in 1899,
having thus spent seyenty-six years Of very ac-
tive life in that pleasant little town. The Argus
says early youth he commenced his business
career, winch was continued without interruption
until within a very few years of his death, and
conducted with patient and untring industry,
no less than with stlictest integrity and fair deal
Ing. For some time he was interested in shipping
to a considerable extent. lie was for many years
a director of the South Berwick Bank, of which
he was subsequently elected president. He was
brother of the late Bartholomew Mason of Halo
we'll, and uncle to Dca. Edward Mason Of this
CITY,
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KENTUCKY.
constitutional Convention.

Louisville, August 8. The vote to call a consti-
tutiona convention is very largely in its favor in
this city. Dispatches from other points make it
somewhat doubtful whether the question is car
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MINNESOTA.
Educational.

Minneapolis, August 8. The 18th annual ses-
sion of the National Educationa Association con-
vened to-day, nearly 500 persons being present.
Mayor Merriman extended the Inequalities Of the
city. Governor Davis spoke of the educational
facilities of the State and the work contemplated
by the convention. He closed by extending the
inequalities Of the State. President Harris re-
sponded and then made The opening address on
the part of the Association.
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YER MONT.
Fire.

Rutland August 3. Fire broke out in q barn
adjoining the residence Of Geo Ii. Cheney. this
evening consuming the barn aud other outbuild-
ings aud considerably damaging MIR. Cheney s
residence; insured.
Personal.
White River junction, August 3. Rev. Henry
Ward Beecher Mrs. Beecher, and party of -
of their friends arrived here at o'clock, this at
ternoon, en- route to the Twin Mountain House.
The entire party dned at the Junction House, af-
ter which they left for the mountains. Mr. Beech
er looks hale and hearty.
Suicide.
Montpelier, August 3. AT 10 o'clock a. M,
Daniel X. Bartlett, gunsmth, shot himself fatal
" through the head, in an upper room of his
house. The cause is attributed to depression from
loss in the recent fires. He leaves a wife and a
son Ii years old
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Condition of the Mississippi.

chief of the State Engineers, says the Arkansas
levees near the Louisiana line, are low and in bad
condition, and Raleigh, Milhken's. Omega and
Waterproof 8 are caving in. About ten days
floods will arrive at Red River from above, and
try around bayou Macon will be OVERLOOKED.
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THE AUGUSTA CoRNET BAND
Summer Arrangcmcnt!
Bath. Mouse Island, BOOthbay,
Squirrel Island,

And Immediate Landings on Kennebec River.
THE STEAMER MAGNET, Capt. Reuben Moore
L Master, will leave Steamboat wharf Augusta,
for Squirrel Island and Boothbay, Saturday after
moons al l O'Clock, Tuesday, Wednesday and Fri
day mornings at O'clock
Return, leaving Boothbay and squiri ell Island
Monday and Thursday mornings at O'Clock, Tues
dav and Friday afternoons at2 O'Clock.
Tuesdays and Fridays the Steamer Magnet
makes her round trip from Augusta.
FARES.
Augusta, Hallowel, Gardiner to Squirrel Island
and Boothbay, 81 90, Augusta, Halloweli, Gardiner
to Bath, so cts. Round Trp-Augusta to squirrel
Island or Boothbay, $l.15. Hallowel, sl6o, Gardi-
ner 81 90, lhchmond $l.2i, Bath came us other
route Children hall fare. Tickets for school chill
dren or parties made up ior excui sion at reduced
rates. For further particulars see posters. Apply
to the clerk on board
Gardiner, July 10, 1915.
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Escape Of Prisoners.
NISCASSET.
NJ arine News.

Boston, August 8. Schooner Sarah b. Harris,
at this port from fishing cruise, reports at a.
m. oday, of Halfway Rock, she fell in with the
schooner Lady Ellen, Blagden master, of and
from Wlscasset, with a cargo Of brick for Boston,
in a sinking condition, and took eff the crew and
brought them to this port.
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The Mountain Meadow Massacre Case.

Beaver, August 8. The Associated Press re-
porter had an interview with Indian Chief Besv-
erite, to day. He states that Lee secured the In
dans to kill the emigrans by an offer of clothing,
guns and horses that Lee commanded during the
fight; that the Indians had no luminosity agrinst
the emigrants; that the story about the emigrants
poisoning an OK or spring is all the blame on the
Indians.
Judge Boieman charged the jury this afternoon.
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STOP THAT CouGHi--We have, during the las
year sold large quantities of DR.. MORRIS SYRUP
OF TAR, " lid Cherry and Horehound, and believe
1t to be the very best medicine in for coughs
colds sore throat, hoarsepess, asthma, and all dis
cases of the throat lungs and chest, leading 10
consumption. II cures Group in few minutes
and is the best known remedy Tor whoopng cough,
contains no opium, and is pleasant to take. Cough
worn victims, whose lungs racked and torn
with paroXysms which threaten to choke them, find
sure and speedy relief in It's use. Trial size 10
cents. Cali and inquire about it OF Partridge Bros.
or l.. H. Ttcomb i'll Augusta, OF W. X. Ballard,
HalioweN Morris & Heritage, Philadelphia, Pro-
pretors. octl1-teodly
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Duncan, Sherman Il Co.

Arrangements are in progress to secure all
creditors who are travelling abroad with letters
of credit and circular notes on Duncan sherman
& Co. They will probably be paid at the Union
Bany of London.
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NEW YOtn.
Robbery.

New York, August 3. A servant girl robbed
the residence of George Spingler, in Hoboken, of
| over $1,000 worth of property, yesterday.
COnkIin a fraud.
| Judge Csrdoza, in card says that Conklin's
statement of an interview with him about the
Nathan murder, is sheer fabrication.
Duncan. Sherman Il Co.
Arrangements are in progress to secure all
creditors who are travelling abroad with letters
of credit and circular notes on Duncan, sherman
& Co. They will probably be paid at the Union
BanH of. London.
Tokens of Respect.
The custom house is closed, and the flags the
City Hall and other city government departments
at half mast, in respect to ExPresident John
son.
Infant Mortality.
DR.. Gibbs states that the mortality among the
poor children of this city is now averaging 100 per
day, chiefly from cholera infantum. lie calls for
volunteer physicians to relieve the little suffer ers.
Strike.
a despatch from Wilkesbarre states that the
coal miners propose another strike.
Postpone ment.
The sale Of the Northern Pacific ra Dad was
finally postponed to the 18th inst
Aid Proposed.
Eleven French societies met last night to act
together in aiding sufferers by floods.
Correction.
The railway track to Long Branch was not
washed away, as stated. The flats at Harlem and
many lots in that vicinity are flooded.
The Canal Frauds.
Albany, August 3. The report on canal frauds
show that $4,000 were paid for what was
traced for at $50, 900, on one division only. Re-
ports ON the other divisions will follow. and suits
against Dennison and other contractors, will be
brought by the Attorney General
Mr.. Beechcr's New Trial.
Mr.. Morris, counsel for Tilton, says: ''undoubt-
emily the trial will be Short as they propose
now to try Beecher for adultery, as he has been
| tried on several outside collateral matters" lie
says there is testimony of great Importance which
will materially alter the complexion Of things, and
| will prove Beecher guilty.
General Pryor says, If Tilton had not called this
case, the Congregational church would have acted
on it, and that three leading witnesses Of the
next trial will be Lees, the druggist, Henry G..
Bowen, and Joseph { Richards, Mrs. TIlton's
brother. Until late last evening Tilton did not
know of the the new move in the case.
COunterfeiting Tools.
New York, August 3. $4,000 worth of coun-
terfeiting tools were captured by United States
officers, in Brooklyn, last night as a sequel to the
arrest of Philip Lewinski and John and Thomas
| Lougherey, few DAYS ago. The arrested parties
were held fer examination The rest of the gang
| will probably be taken soon.
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"Jrsr AS GooD." One Of my friends who had
been using your Fellows Compound Syrup of IIy-
pophosphites, for consumption, was induced by
one of our druggists to take another preparation
of Hypophosphtcs, which he said was Just as good
if not better. The use of half bottle taught him,
that if he would consult his safety, he must re-
turn to your Syrup again. GEO. c. FoUT.
Mansion House Hotel.
Baltluore MARYLAND,
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The custom house is closed, and the flags the
City Hall and other city government departments
re at half-mast, in respect to Ex-President John
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N ISSISSIPrI.
State Convention.

jackson, Miss, special SAYS the democratic con.
servativc State convention assembled at the CAPT
tai to day. 1t was the largest sssemblage since
81. All the prominent men of the State were
present, Ex-Governor Clark presiding. After the
appointment of committee on resolutions Col.
Lamar addressed the meeting at length.
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BANGOR.


Bangor, August 3. At the regular monthly
meeting Of the City Council, held this evening,
Nehemiah II. Cotton was appointed City Liquor
Agent by Mayor Laughton, and unan imously con-
frmed by the Board of Aldermen. The agency
has been closed about two months
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Mr. Fred A. Wilson of Orono who has been in
charge of the Fryeburg Academy for two years.
closed his labois last week, on which occasion he
was rendered reception by the citizens. The
Wing says it is understood that Mr.. Wilson has
accepted position in the lIallowcll Classical In
stilutc
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NEW ia MI SIilKE.
Religious.

Laconia, August 3. About one hundred per-
sons were confirmed at st. Joseph's Catholic
church here to-day The act was performed by
the Right Rev. Bishop Hesley of Portland assist
ed by Rev. Father Barry of Concord, Ritchic of
Suncook and Goodwin of Loconia. The church
is in louiishipg condition.
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MISSOURI.
New Constitution.

The constitutional convention, which has been
in session in jefferson since May 9th, has adj
journcd. The members say they have adopted a
broad and liberal constitution, with the least par
tisanism in it of any State organic law ever form
ed, and one which will meet all the requirements
of the people for the next half century.
The Clerk Avery.
William o. Avery was before the United States
district court, yesterday, and pleaded not guilty
TO three indictments found against him, but he
has not yet given bonds.
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TENN ESSEE.
The Waddy.Thompson Case

| Memphis, August 3. Jhe jury in the Waddy-
Thompson case, to-day, reported TO Judge Flppen
that they could not agree, and were discharged.
Judge Fhppen held the former bond Of $4,000
| good and unforieited, and added an additional
| bond Of $1,000 which Thompson has failed to
| give.
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In lMemOriam.

Washington, August 8. An the executive de-
partments and also the offices Of the district gov
eminent are closed to-day, in respect to the men,
DRY of ex President johnson. The flags are at
half mast and emblems Of mourning displayed
in various locahtes.
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WIIITEFIELD.


Gardiner, August g. A dwelling house, owned
and occupied by Artell Fossett, of South White
field, was totally destroyed by fire, together with
part Of the furniture, yesterday morning. Loss,
$500; partially insured. The fire was caused by
a defect in the chimney.
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Thursday evening, July 10Th, reception was
given to Rev. Dr. Pond at his residence in Bangor,
in honor of his eighty fourth birthday. The
Wing says there was-a large gathering of relatives
and friends. An attractive feature was bcaut-
full display Of flowers, and charming birthday
custom, borrowed from the German, was intro
duced with pleasing effect.
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local, anu State II ems.

~ 3 - y Is - b 3 ~ q a
\ copious northeast rainstorm began yesterday
forenoon, and wet down the green things growing
finely.
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Economical New Food.-2j cents will buy pack
age of Sea Moss Farine. made from pure Irish Moss,
which will make 50 kind, Of dishes, such as cakes
pies, buildings, ETC.. l6 quarts Of custards, eles,
creams, Charlotte Russo, blanc mango, etc. Sold
by all! Druggists and Grocers. apll. -feod&wly
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Cu,ted States SKIES fcouponel, lssl
New York Stock Market.

New York. August s. 1878.