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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-09
NEW YORK.
Arrested.


New York, August 7. Aaron F. Wslcott, a
broker from Boston, arrested last evening, on
a charge Of forgery. He was locked up to await
the action of Boston authorities
Appointment.
Washington special says that Internal Rev
enue Commissioner Pratt is to resign, and will be
appointed Secretary of the Interior.
Tele graphic.
The Tribune says there are no indications that
the negotiations OF Jay Gould to consolidate the
Western Union and the Atlantic and Pacific tele
graph have been successful.
Drowned.
James II. Perrinc and wife were drowned at
Rockaway, yesterday, by fatal undcrtow. Both
were expert swimmers.
Yellow Fever.
Miss NJ. A. Buel, well known in the South as
soldiers nurse, writes to the Herald, caia. on
the people Of the North to send competent elbow
fever nurses to take Of the sufferers at Folt
Barrancas, where il is of the most malignant type
She urges that the patients be brought into the
ntlror, say Columbia, s. G., instead of keeping
them in Florida.
Base Bah.
Base ball to-day, Harfords 3; AIutuals /; II
innings
The Diamond SmuggIers.
New York. August s. An attempt will be made
to Identity the diamond cross found in the possess
sloE OF the snug lers, Henry and Hale, as the
one stolen in Havana four months ago, together
with $4,000 worth Of other jewels. The relatives
Of Mrs. Paran Stevens were unable, yesterday, to
Identity aay Of the seized jewels her property.
Unlucky.
1t is stated that the American Jockey Club de-
posted go 900 with Duncan, Sherman x Co. the
Saturday before the failure.
Seizure.
Sheriff Dagget to-day scized the ships Sarah
llagnett and Giovanni NJ, both laden with wheat
and corn lying at Martins stores, BROOKLYN I'M
Supreme court by Albert f. Sidney and Elmar
A. Kent, against Archibald Baxter ( Co. Of New
York, shipping merchants. The grain on these
vessels, valued at $4,000, was sold BY Kent Il
Co. to Baxter " Co. few days ago, the latter
agreeing to pay cash but they failod keep their
promises.
J. Il. Ford 81 Co.
The committee of creditors of ]. b. Ford < Co.
recommended the acceptance of 81 cents on dol
lar in twelve monthly instruments, commencing
Dee -, with interest.
Rum did it!
1t appears that German wine importer named
Smmeinan was imprisoned in Ludlow street jail
July s, to await trial for breach of promise. He
drank freely at the prison bar during the day. and
after terribly beating fellow prisoner, strangled
himself the same night amid the terrors of delir-
ium tremens. Such verdict was returned by the
coroners jury, but nothing was done about it.
Fire.
Wateitown, August !. The steamer York was
burned to the water edge at three o'clock this
morning st Marsenany.
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Dtfn.

In Watervillc 3lst ult., of dropsy, at the residence
of her daughter, (Nrs. Jeremiah Furbish,) Mrs.
Sarah (Wnslow, Shaw, of New Sharon, aged ~
years and months. She had been twice widow Z.
Her first husband was Mr. George saunders of New
sharon. She was the daughter of Mr.. John Ii.
Winsiow and was descended in direct line from
Edward Wins low, one OF the original Plymouth
colony that came from England IN the far
famed May flower.
In Wateivillc, 30 inst Charles Edwin Cary Estes
son If Charles r., and IL. Melyina Estes aged ,
years, months.
In Boston, Ma :, Henry A. Gilmore, formerly of
Fairfield.
In Fairfield, sd ult Miss Louana Reynolds,
aged ls
In Monticello 20th ult, Nancy H. wife of William
b. Fowler aged 4! years.
In Mapleton, 2sth nit. Mrs Mary Emma, wife of
DR.. Ii. y. Henderson, aged 70 years.
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HALIFAX.



Halifax, August. The English ship William
wilson is reported wrecked at Sable Island. The
cargo is lost, the crew are saved.
O'Connell.
The procession Yesterday In honor of the cen
tennial Of OConnell, WAS the largest vitnessed in
this city for many years. The Union Ere Gonna
ny and all the Irish societies participated accom.
panied by seven bands Of music.
Compromise.
1t is probable that Thomas Boggs & Co., and
Paysan & King will arrange compromise with
their creditors, and continue business.
The Fisheries. ts44
The latest from Newfoundland respecting the
fisheries Is very gloomy. Accounts from all parts
of the island are unfavorable.
Marine News.
The steamer Carroll arrived from Charlottetown
tins morning, and left this afternoon for Boston.
The Caspian left this afternoon for Baltimore. The
revenue cutter Manhattan arrived from Boston,
to-day, en- route to Ogdensburg. 4,4tt
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Chicago i.roauce Marker.
Cnicago. August I, 1873.


Fl0ur-extra spring 23l. al SIX. .s J@4-.s
Wheat-NO. spring Cash a: l55-a- Sept
Aug, I261sah V'ti y
Corn--No. =. MIXED, cash 7l's a7I's Ang., 7lxa;
AKA Sept "e -" . Y
Oats-No. ?. rs Oh cash Jnly. 50ka-l: --a454
Aug; 40l4 a Sept aAi1j
Rye-No. 2, S5aS5-
Barley-No.2 spring l2oa cash; H. Sept; u.s.
Oct. f4 -5i -ai
Dressed Hogs 9OOaS DO. IS 'a~ Eaa a.
Pclk-2l 35a2l 20 cash: 81 62Ita2l Is Oct.; 81 so
AL 52>, sept; 81 S0-a2i 50 Oct. tt, -..'
Lard-lS a-al3 - cash: ID 60-ai36 5-i Ang
Il 75al3 III. Sept. 1t ef = -
Bulk Meats shoulders SKA; short rib mid,
MA; short clear mid al2-.
Hams Is lbs average a..
Whiskey-lleHallSk
Freghts-Corn to BufT alo, b a; wheat do 3k
as.
Receipts ,00o -four; 30 n0N wheat; 100 900 corn;
5000 oats; l0 rye; 1000 barley Sc
shipments = 500 hour; IS ooc wheat: 6c.0Oo
corn: 5000 oats; 40 barley 5000 rye.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-09
Compromise.
Marine Disaster

Marine Disaster.
Quebec, August I. The schoone, Lady Elgin
struck rock at the Breakwater Yesterday. and
sank. The crew were saved, but the vessel snd
cargo were lost.
Attempt to Lynch.
Toronto, August 7. A mob tried 10 lynch DIR.
Davis and wife, the abortionists, when they were
taken from court to Jail to await formal trial.
but were prevented by the police.
Damage to Crops.
Ottawa, August 8. The heavy rains of yester-
day broke down and damaged thousands Of fields
of grain in this vicinity -res.f ~ st.s.s. t.sE
DevOured by a Hear. e.s4
report from Ripon township says that three
Children the sons of settler. were killed end de.
voured by bear while in the woods near the
house. a few days ago.
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iHarrten.

In 4 IS city, sth inst, by II. W. Black, ESQ, Jas
F. Dearborn to Miss Carrie NJ. Craig, both OF AN
gusta.
In Pennington, 4th inst, VIM. s. King of Port.
land, To Miss julia b. DAVIS Off
In Jay Badge, lst inst, Horace w. Ranger to
Mis- I.ovina Adams, both of JAY
In BIddeford, eth ult, Rev. e. T.. Bisbee of East
Wilton, to Miss l.. ID. Needs of Biddeford.
In Lagrange, 18th ult Ephraim Murphy to Mrs.
Lucinda 5. Bryar.
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ItiOMASTDN.
Dedication st. James Church.

Portland, August 8. ST.. James Catholic church
at Thomaston, was dedicated, to-day, by Rt. Rev
James A. llealey, Bishop of Portland assisted by
several priests. The services were grand and i'm
pressive. Special trains run frem the sur
rounding towns, and an immense crowd was in
attendance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-09
All started but Arson Belle, with Togus Boy at

=, All started but Arson Belle, with Togus Boy at
the pole.
First heat--For the first three-quarters blank
ct would have covered both Togus Boy and Purity,
but the mare being lame could not hold out. Lo-
gan kept third position until the home stretch,
when he exchanged with Purity. Time, 23j Z !;
first quarter, 50; half, l.l6.
second hcat-Purity took the lead and held it.,
winning. Time, 23S; first quarter 38; half, 10.
On the third heat, Purity lead to the close but
declared dead heat. Time 2.37i, ; Gr.t quarter,
49, !; half, 10.
On the fourth heat Parity led the first three
quarters, but owing to her lamencss. she could not
hold her place, giving Logan first, Knox, Jr, see.
ond. Time AZ; first quarter, 80; half, l.l9.
On the fifth heat il was very close. Logan first,
Knox, Jr., second, Togus Boy third and Purity
fourth. Knox Jr., and Gen. Lee rslcd ont lof not
winning one heat in five.
On the sixth heat, it was getting late, and the
crowd impatient, but the horses got good start,
Logan winning by half length, Togus Boy sec
ond, Purity third
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GrasshOppers.
DIAN A.
Railroad Matters.

Teno Haute August 7. The breaks and dam
age the Nandalia line repaired, and all
trains will run regularly, without transfer, to-
morrow night. The Vncennes & Mississippi r.
X. lost its trestle opposite Vincennes. The back
| water from the Wabash is over the Evansville
track south of Oaktown, breaking communication.
The Wabash has fallen two feet, and now has %
| feet above low water mark. The weather is more
favorable and farmers are hopeful of saving half
| their crops.
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NORTH CAROLINA.
Political.

Wilmington, August s. The returns received
during the past two days, leave the result of the
election still in doubt. Both parties claim ma
jpriiy Of delegates. Several of the extreme
western counties are yet to be heard from. 1t is
not probable that the msjomy will exceed two
either way.
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The Mountain Meadow

Beaver, August 7. The jury in the case Of
John d. Lee, charged with being a leader in the
Mountain Meadow massacre, reported to-day that
they wele.unable to agree, and were discharged
by the court. 1t is reported that they stood for
acquittal and 3 for conviction. One Gentle and
two Mormons were for conviction.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-09

On Wednesday last, excursion train on
the Maine Central from Winthrop, bound for
Portland, was passing through Monmouth Centre,
at full speed, the train struck an elderly gentle
man on the shoulder sending him distance of
about rod. No bones were broken, but he was
badly injured internally. The gsntlcman's name
IS Tozier; he was crossing the track at the depot
II the time the accident occurred, and did rot no.
ice the rapidly approaching train. a correspon-
dent says there is great complaint in Monmouth
on account of the rapidity with which trains pass
through the town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-09

Rev. o. Nj. Cousens, now Of Kenncbunk recent
" of llallowel the well known temperance lee
turer and clergyman, is to take charge of Oak
Grove Seminary, at Nassalboro', the fall term of
which Will begin on the 3lst inst, With Mr.
Cousens at the head of affairs, We have no doubt
the institution will again prosper Mr.. Couscns
was in early life a succcssful instructor
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-09

The steamer Clarion, Capt. Mclaughlin, yes
terday went with a large to the scene Of the
recent drowning accident, 10 drag the river for
the body of the late Miss Doyle Capt. Collins
of the star of the East furnished boats and moth
ing was charged for the service of steamer or
boats Some thirty dollars were raised in this
city, by subscription, to pay for fuel consumed
Mr.. Holt also went with his net to drag for the
body.
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NEW JERSEY.
Fire.

Newark, August I. The Mont Clair, Railroad
bridge over the Passaie river, near Beleville, was
burned this morning. 1t is supposed to have
been struck by lightning. The Newark end was
saved by the bremen, but the drawwa destroyed.
Loss, $50, 900.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-09

A State convention of the Young Mems Chris
tan Associations of Maine is to Re held ln Bridg-
ton, Friday, Saturday and Sunday August 18th,
lith and 18th. On Friday there is to be union
Gospel meeting; on Saturday and Sunday, the
various meetings usual on such an occasion.
Free entertainment is to be provided for the dele
gates and their ladies, and We have no doubt the
good people of Bridgton Will give all who come a
warm welcome. Free return tickets over Sebago
Lake and the Ogdensburg II. r. will be furnished
to the delegates by the Corresponding Secretary,
w II. Hobbs OF Portland. 1t is desirable that all
delegates proposing to attend should notify the
Secretary by the 10th Of August. Hotel rates,
Sl.50 per day. 1t is anticipated that the objects
of the meeting, the delightful trip, ahd reduced
rates of fare and accommodation will induce the
attendance Of large number of the members and
their friends.
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NERR ASKA.
Suit.

Suit.
Omaha, August. William j. McGavefck has
| entered suit against the Union Pacific Railroad
for $l2,0 600 damage for closing Ninth street, in
this city
GrasshOppers.
A despatch from Grand Island says the air is
full of grasshoppers, which have been flying south
the past two days, but few have alighted. Farm
ers are anxious, as corn is not out Of danger
The other crops are harvested.
Reports from along the line of the Union Pa
cfc, to day, say that the wind has been blowing
hard from the north for three days. Immense
| clouds of grasshoppers are flying south along the
line of Elm Creek, east, as far as Silver Creek
with few clear streaks. AT Willow Island they
have commenced on the corn, having already
few have alighted and but little damage has been
done.
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We are glad to notice by the Waldoboro News,
that DR.. b. F. Lancaster, the popular surgeon
dentist of Wiscasset, has succeeded in making an
improvement which will be blessing to those who
are obliged to wear artificial teeth. /. consists of
golden surface to the plate, the gold being 50
Incorporated into the surface Of plates OF rubber
that the whole surface contact with the mouth is
golden. 1t gives all the advantages of a gold
plate without the incumbrancc or expense.
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MASSACHUSETTS.
Aquatic.

Boston, August. Parties in this city oltere to
back Eph Morris, of Pittsburg, in race for $1,000
side, against John Biglin, of New York, three
miles, over Charles River course, for single scull
championship Of the United States. John Shea,
in behalf Of Morris, made deposit Of $500 to-
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new iiAM PSIilKE..
ResumiEg NorI,

Great Falls, August /. The Cochcco mills, at
East Rochester, which have been shut down for a
month past, will resume operations on Monnay-
large shoe factory at the same place, giving en-
ployment TO large number, viii also start up the
same daV
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FROM CALIFORNIA.
Mining Matters.

San Francisco, August I. A despatch from
Tucson says the citizens of Santa Rita mining
district, have organized company of mounted
men TO guard against the raids OF Sonorrans.
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CUBA.
Marine News.

Havana, Augest s. The cargo of tho British
vessel Laura Price, which was pursued into Hay
tian waters by Spanish gunboa.. has been et,-
bargoed by the Consul General OF Spain in Hsyti
as contraband, and will be taken by the Spanish
man Of war Churruca TO Havana.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-09

THE SECRET REVEALED!
sure cure for Liver Complaint Sick
Headache and Dyspepsia.
Been used BY an old physician In his practice
tor Fifteen Years. -
NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL
Sent by mail for 30 cents. Address
st. DIR. y. G.'JONEs,
9m24 Enfield Centre, Grafton Co., ~ II.
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KAN SAS.


Leavenworth, August 7. The recent heavy
rains throughout this section have not injured the
corn or other grain to any extent.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-09

We would call attention to the announcement
Of the change of time in the running of the steam
er Magnet" from this city and the towns along
the Kennebec, to Squirrel and Mouse Islands and
Boothbay harbor. This boat has proved great
convenience to pleasure seekers and we are
promised even better things by the proprietors in
new boat the present season.
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RHODE ISLAND.


Providence, August I. Edward Hudson, who
was shot by an insane man Thursday night, died
to-day The condition of Edward McCarron, the
other victim, is less favorable.
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KENTUCKY.
Election Returns.

Louisville, August 7. Returns from So out of
ll6 counties in the State, give McCreary, DEM, a
gain of about 1000 the vote Of the same
counties for Leslie, in 1871.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-09

IN The first heat Young America and hI were
distanced at the start. The pools sold $40 for
Waldo, So for Mary l.. After the first heat Mary
l.. was the favorite until Waldo took the lead
again.
The next race was the 2.37 class. Purse 5000 {;
500 to first, $50 to second, $50 to third, $50 to
fourth. The following entries were made;
ENTRIES.
j.. II. Manter, Foxcroft, b. g., Fred Logan
Thos. McAloon, Bangor, b. g., Bay Dick; b.
Phillips, No. Anson, blk. m, Arson Belle; n. n
Watervile, bn. e., Togus Boy; p. Litreneau,
West Watervlle, c. m. Purity; A. w. Bracket,
Pittsfed bn. s., Knox Jr.
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IOWA.
Fire.

Des Moines August I. Getchell's lumber
yard was burned this morning by incendiaiies.
Loss heavy
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Cincinnati Produce Market.

Cincinnati, August !. 1875.
PORK--frnn, at ga ola22 90. ~
LARD-steam 49,. a Kettle, 14i@ q.
BULK MEATS-shoulders 50 az clear rib sides
I2I a: clear sides I3-9-.
BACON-shoulders 99 81: clear rib sides 49,,
az; clear sides l3aa4.
WHISKEY-1I7-I.
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VIRGINIA..
DefauIter.

Richmond, August. William Hlderdico, gem
eral assignee Of the ankrupt court, has left and
his accounts are short some 1000.
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IpENNSfLVA ANA.
Explosion and Loss of Life.

Frankfort, August I. There was terrific eX-
plosion at $50 this morning, at the B1desburg
arsenal, caused by the break up of CONDEMNED
metallic ammunition. There were many reports
of killed and injured, but only one person, a lad
of Is, was killed. About 20 others were injured,
several of whom cannot survive.
Base Ball.
Philadelphia, August 7. Base ball, to-day, St,
Louis Browns, IL Athletics. 10.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-09

IT Is No WONDER that invalids lose faith in Il
specifies, when many worthless medicines are
advertised for the cure of various diseases; but
which when tried are found wanting. We have
yet to learn, however, of the first failure Of Dr.
Wstars Bal.am of Wild Cherry to cure
coughs colds, and pulmonary disease. 50 cts
and II bottle, large bottles much the cheaper.
aug9-+&wlw.
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Many of our citizens are keeping sharp look
out for tramps, although no serious demonsi1a-
ton has as yet been made by them in this city,
The iail has picked up quite number.
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Boston stock List.

Boston. August q, ls.5.e
tSales Mt the Brokers Board.l N = =
Portland. saco ~ Portsmouth r. r.. 1861
Union Pacific sinking fund ~, Sx & II 4 a21s
Boston x Maine X. r. III
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The other night, one of our citizens detected
tramp trying to open the blinds of the sitting
room window, preparatory to making an entrance
The tramp became alarmed, and made his escape
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Weather Probabilities for To-day.

For New England and the Middle States,
generally clear weather will prevail during Mon
day, with a slight rise of temperature, light south
ery to westerly winds, and no decided change in
barometer.
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Mean height of barometer, at ~, .29S)
Greatest height on the Sh, 30l4
Least do on the 18th. 1892
Range, 0.62
Mean heat of 3 daily observations, 6.,64o
do extremes, 67.ilo
do all observations, G7.520
Greatest heat on the 9th, $50
Least do do Goth, 5lo
Range, SO
Moisture, 2.22 inches; fair days, 10; foul, 3;
variable, s; cloudy, rain fell on II days; thunder
and lightning, 6; aurora observed l; solar halo |,
on the Sd. G. in Gardiner journal.
The New Pastor.
Rev. W. H. Dearborn of Boston, the pastor elect
of the Winthrop church in this
city, will commence his pastoral labors here the
first Sunday in September. The "Universalist'
of Boston, thus speaks of Mr.. Dearborn close Of
his first pastorate at Jamaica Plains:
On Sunday, July 18th, Rev. w. ii. Dearborn
preached his last sermon as pastor of the Jamaica
Plains church. His topic was the necessity Of
faith as a practical element of character in daily
life Faith in God and Faith in Man,-no other
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-09

At the close OF the school in district No >, in
this city, on Friday afternoon, critical eXanira-
ton had of the scholars in the several studios
pursued, anu it was found that they had made
good progress since the last examination. there
being cvinced a thoroughness in graspng the
nous subjects, that is TO be commended in any
school. In the evening there was held at the fine
new school house-of which the district has reason
TO be proud-a public exhibition by the scholars,
consisting of dramatic pieces, dialogues, tai leauN,
declarations, and singing. The exercises cccu-
pied fully two hours and were enjoyed by a
packed house Of most interested spectators and
hearers. While nearly all the parts were TO be
commended ranging from grave TO gay sew
eral were especially mcrltorious and would have
done credit to an exhibition b. graded school
The parts were all well committed, no prompting
being necessary. After the exercises, the school
was addressed by George +. Weeks, E,q., Super
visor Of Schools, who complimcntcd the good work
of Mrs. Humphrey, the teacher, remarking that
she possessed in a most eminent degree that,equi-
site of successful Enthusiastically to impart in
structon. Many teachers Of good education fail
for want Of this. Mr. Weeks also spoke in high
terms of the diligence, application and progress Of
the scholars. Remarks We're made by another
gentleman from this city, on Tie record
of our lo-Alon schools, and the dangers that
threaten them i'll some Of our larger cities.
Personal.
Col. Osgood who has been spending a week in
Halifax, reached home on Saturday.
Rev. DIR. Kicker of this city, viii soon leave the
State for the West, where he will remain for
month or two, in the hope to gain much need
ed rest and strength. His duties Secretary of
the Baptist Missionary Convention will in the
meantime be performed by Rev. H. $. Burrage
of Portland.
Rev. DR.. Adams recently preached in his old
pulpit at Brunswick. Although in feeble health,
he still breaches with considerable visor and ami
nation.
Hon. Joseph Baker and wife, go to Old Orch
ard to-day, to spend a week.
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AocaI ann State NeM8.

There is no reliable trace of the Winthrop bank
robbers yet, and it looks as though they were to
escape.
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The man who stole our umbrella last Saturday
is welcome to it. 1t was such poor, miserable
leaky concern, that we have been intending to
carry it back to its owner for several days.