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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
Farm for Sale in Hallowell.

CITUATED on the Winthrop road ~ miles from
- Hallowell depot, IA of a mile from the HALO
well granite quarries, known as the old Wingate
farm. Said farm contains 1913 acres Of land, divd-
ed follows; about so acres in tage, Is acres in
pasturage, and the remaining 80 acres in wood.
Included in the tiage land is a fine orchard, and
argg nu me- or aug apple 'fees lass coming INTO
full bearing condition, besides q number of plum
and pear trees This place is wei, watered, and
has good buildings consisting of large two-story
house, three barns conveniently located, carriage
house, wood sheds, cattle sheds, &c. The fields
have all been moved with moving machine for q
number of years. and are under good state Of cul.
vaton. This place cut Is tons OF hay in 1878, and
is a splendid chance for stock or milk farm
town OF Manchester, will be sold either in connec-
ton with the farm or separate desired. Price OF
farm and wood lot $1,000. For further information
Apply on the premises, or address, 81, = :. 49,,
W. S. 4 s. f. WINsLOw,
6ml3 Augusta, Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
FOREIGN.
Foreign Stocks.

London, August 49, The Times financial ART
Gle to-day says the foreign stocks yesterday were
characterized by severe fall in Turks, which
dragged down the whole market. There was. in
fact, something like panic on the stock exchange
IN Turks Egyptions and Peruvians. The last two
fell in sympathy, but rallied before the close. To
day the effects are still felt and foreign stocks a,t
reported falling heavily.
Military Matters.
Berlin, August 10. The German war office ha
invited General Meigs of the United States arm,
to witness the military manpuvres in Silesia mex
Autumn.
The CarlIsts.
Bourg La Dame, August 10. The Carlist force
operating in the neighborhood of Belver for the
purpose of intercepting supplies between Puycer.
da and SEQ D'Urgel, yesterday captured twelve
wagons loaded with provisions, belonging to the
Royal army.
General Saballs has arrived in front of SEQ d
Crgel. Other Carlist bodies are approaching and
an attempt will be made to raise the siege.
the Insurrection in Servia.
Paris, August -. A Vienna special to La Lib.
erie says Prince Milan of Servia has addressed a
note to the powers who signed the Treaty of Par
is, complaining that he had not been informed OF
their intentions regarding the instruction which
is extending over Servia and which threatens to
assume proportions which may render its suppress
sion impossible.
Russia.
st. Petersburg, August 10. Three hundred
houses were burned at Ryof to-day.
England.
Liverpool, August 10. The board of trade has
begun an inquiry into the loss of the steamship
Abbottsford.
Spain.
Madrid, August 10. The royal brigade under
General Deatre, routed Dorregarray, while the
,l.a
and forced him to the mountoins near Tremp in
Catalonia. Jovellar holds the mountain passes
at Dialogues, and will prevent Dorregarray from
escaping in the direction of Lerida.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
POKTLAN ID.
Counterfeit Plates Found.

Portland, August 10. Col. j. Horace Kent o
the |. ). Secret Service, and L. S. Deputy Mar
shall II. d. Marble, recovered, this morning, 10
of counterfeit copper plates for making fractional
currency and the back of s. National bank note
which had been thrown into the harbor from the
Portland bridge. They were quite uncorroded
having been in the water but a short time. The
plates were evidently transferred from bills, and
cut with a graver by not very skilful workman.
The matter is being investigated.
Arrival.
Yacht Vesta Of the New York squadron, arrived
hove to-right.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20

STOP THAT CoUGHl--We have, during the las
year sold large quantities Of DR.. NORRIS SYRUP
OF TAR, Wild Cherry and HOrehOund, and believe
it to he the very best medicine in use for coughs
colds sore throat, hoarseness, asthma ana All as
eases of the throat, lungs and chest, leading 10
consumption. 1t cures Group in lew minutes'
and is the best known remedy Tor whooping cough,
contains no opium, and is pleasant TO take. Cough
WON victims, whose lungs are racked and torn
with paroXysms which threaten to choke them, find
sure and speedy relief in its use. Trial size 10
cents Cali and inquire about it OF Partridge Bros.
or l.. II. Titcomb in Augusta, or W. r. Ballard,
Iialioweli Morris Il Heritage, Philadelphia. Pro.
rrietors Octl7-teodly
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20

Among the graduates at the recent commence
ment of the State College at Orono, was Mr. Geo.
NJ. Shaw, son of Mr.. Alfred Shaw of this city.
The graduating exercises were opened by Mr.
Shaw, his part being the "Prophecy of Peace, :"
which was delivered in manner second to none
in the class and was listened to with undivided at
tention from its commencement to its close. 1t
was dignided, scholarly, and commended itself
highly to many critical listeners, showing the
marks of a careful and industrious student. Mr..
Shaw intends to make civil engineering his bust
ness
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20

We have received 1.-THE Printers Text Book, "
publ ished at and just issued from the advertising
agency of Horace Dodd, Boston, and compiled by
J. Wesley Barber. geographically the work is
beautiful, while its showing of specimens of the
latest styles of metal and wooden type, rule, ETC.,
is quite complete. This prettily bound book will
serve as the printers fright hand man, and by
its use many journeyings to Boston and much en-
pense may be saved. Every printer should have
it in the family" and young printers devils should
"cry for IT,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
PENNSYLvANI
Heavy Rain-Damage to Proper

pottsville, August 10. Particulars have been
received from Tamsqua Of heavy rain storm
there last evening The cellars were submerged,
billiard tables heated, and number of saloons
were compelled to suspend business Trains were
delayed by landslides in the lower part Of The
borough The coal dirt covered the tracks, for q
long distance five feet deep. The Central rail
road of New Jersey, is the heaviest sufferer. The
road is washed out and bridges destroyed, so that
it will require four days to clear the road. a large
n work
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
NEW HAMPSIIlitE.
Sad Drowning Accident.

Plymouth August TO- Willis J. Cummings,
formerly of this place, lately merchant at Frank
lin, and Frank =. Russell of Plymouth, lett here
for Franklin on the Penigewasset river Yesterday,
in a small fiat bottom boat. While descending
Bristol rapids to-day the boat was capszed and
Cummings was drowned. The body has MOI yet
been recovered. Russell succeeded in gaining the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
FROM CALIFORNIA.
Fire.

San Francisco, August 10. A fire at Sacremen-
to last night destroyed the wood and coal shed Of
the Central Pacific Railroad Co, together with ID
flour mills and gas works: loss, $4,000.
The "City of Peking.'
San Francisco, August 10. The survey of the
"City of Picking" is practically completed. The
repairs will probably cost Sl25,o00.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
WELLS.
Burglary,

Wells, August 10. The ticket office of the Bos-
ton 4 Maine Railroad, at this place, was broken
into last night. The tickets were overturned
and mixed up generally, but nothing was taken
save a few coppers. The robbers attempted to
carry off the safe, but probably found it was 90
heavy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20

Miss Susan A. Sawyer, the popular and efficient
Principal Of the High Street Grammar School in
Gardiner has resigned her position The Journal
says that she will be succeeded in the school by
Miss Ella J. Morse who has, for several years, so
satisfactorily taught the Neal Street Intermediate
school Mrs. r. r. Williams, the widow of the
late DIR. Williams, has been assigned a position in
one Of the primary schools in Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
Republican County Convention.


The republican county convention for kennebec
county, was held at Granite Hall, yesterday after
noon. The convention met at half past one
o'clock, and was called to order by Hon. Henry
Woodward of Winthrop, of the county commit
tee, and on his motion, A. S. Richmond, Esq, OF
Monmouth, wss called to the chair, who read the
call for the convention. Geo. Z. Minot of Bel
grade was made secretary. On motion of j. NJ.
Carpenter of Pittston, the following committee on
credentials was appointed; Carpenter of Pittson,
Ballard of Augusta, Wing of Winthrop Weston
of Belgrade, Emerson of West Waterve. The
committee subsequently reported that all the
towns were represented by 90 delegates.
On motion of Hon. d. II. Thing Of Mt.Vernon,
the temporary organization was made permanent
The following committee was appointed to
nominate q County Committee for the ensuing
year Thwing of China, Stevens OF Belgrade,
Wing Of Winthrop, Owen of Augusta, Winsow
of Chelsea. 90
On motion of J. S. Berry, Esq, of Wayne, Hon.
ALBERT G. FRENCH of Fayette, was nominated as
q candidate for Senator.
On motion of j. S. Snow, Esq, of llallowcll,
the following gentlemen were appointed to re-
ceive, sort and count votes for second candidate
for Senator Snow of Halowel, Small OF West
Waterville, Mayhem Of Mt. Vernon Russell OF
Readfeld, Arnold of Augusta.
Oramandel Smith, Esq, Of Ltchfeld, presented
the name of John Woodbury. of that town as can
didate for State Senator.
The committee proceeded to receive, sort and
count votes, with the following result:
Whole number Of votes, 9S
Necessary to . choice, 90
John Woodbury. had 90
Samuel Titcomb, II
j. r. Bodwell, =
Scattering, IL
And JOHN WOODBURY., Esq, was declared to
be the nominee. -
On motion of Mr.. Sanborn Of Ilaowel the
nomination WAS made unanimous.
Mr.. Nye of Augusta, moved that Orrick IIawes
of vassalboro', be nominated by reclamation as
candidate for County Commissioner.
Objection was made by Mr.. Carpenter Of Pitts
ton. and the motion was withdrawn.
Mr.. Lamb Of Clinton, presented the name OF
ELpRIpaE g. HoDeDoN of Clinton, as candidate
for that office.
On motion of Mr.. Sanborn Of Hallowel' the
following committee was raised to receive sort
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
NEW YORK.
Going for the Scoops"

New York, August 10. A prominent citizen
AID wei known lawyer has prepared written
charges with specifications of acts, etc., against
Police Commissioners Matsell, Disbeeker and
Noorhi,.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20

Boston August 10. The second day races at
the August meeting at Beacon Park, postponed
from yesterday on account of the rain, came off
to day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20

Yesterday afternoon, while the team of j. NJ.
Carpenter, Esq. of Pttston, was standing
quietly by the sidewalk in front of this office, a
young gentleman from Winthrop, with lady, was
riding by. The Winthrop team into that of
Mr.. Carpenter, capsizing the former, throwing
both occupants out. They were uninjured. The
axle Of Mr.. Carpenters wagon was slightly bent,
but it was repaired at the expense of the Winthrop
gentleman.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
local ami State Mems.

A runaway up street, yesterday afternoon, made
things lively for few minutes, but no damage
was done.
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GEORGIA..
The Negro Instruction.

Augusta, August 10. Arrests of the alleged
negro insuirectiouists in johnson, Washington
and johnson counties, continued to-day. Ihr-
teen armed negroes came into Wrghtsville and
surrendered themselves. In Burke county, a col
lision between the whites and blacks seems hourly
imminent. Both races under arms, and the
negroes are reported massed few miles from
Waynesboro. White scouts were fired on by the
negroes, this morning. The Burke county peo-
pie sent here, to-day, for troops, but Governor
Smith declined to let any companies go. mum
Der of volunteers left for Waynesboro to might,
and it is feared fight will soon take place, About
100 arrests have thus far been made in the differ
ent counties.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
Found Dead.

Alton, August 49, Hon. Samuel Henry a
member of the Pennsylvania legislature from
Cambria county, was found dead on the railroad
track near Johnstown this morning. II is sup
posed that he fell from train.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
,issioners have iust held their

The county commissioners have just held their
regular session. trapsacting the usual routine pus
ness. The work on the steam-heating apparatus
in the court house, suspended during the session
of the court, will be resumed. at once.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
LEWISTON.
LEWISTON.
ANDR OS<'OGGHX COUNTY DEMO-
CRATIC CONVENTION.

Lewiston, August 70. The Audroscoggin
County Democratic Convention to-day, nominated
the following
Senators-H. II. Osgood of Lewiston; Nahum
Morrill, of Auburn.
Judge of Probate-S. l.. Hill Of Webster.
County Attorney-Everett King of Mechanic
Falls.
Shelif-Phillips Bradford, Auburn.
Clerk of Courts-John H. OTIS of Auburn.
Commissioner Dana Golf, Auburn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20

1t was not "tabe ct pote, that our Farmingdale
correspondent wrote las published yesterday. but
"tabe d hote," the French for table of the hotel.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
MISSOURI.
Kt-Klux.

St. Louis, August 10. General J. Blackburn
Jones, just from the scene of the ku.kluX out
of 80 members of the band are known, and some
prove to be persons who have previously borne
good characters. At Benton accompany OF 100
men fully armed, is in hot pursuit of those IN the
woods
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
1Harrifn.

In New York, 8th inst, Mr.. - Bond of Boston, to
Miss MARCIA L. Jackins OF Gardiner.
In Gardiner, 18th inst rank J.. Waters to Miss
Angela Danforh, both of Gardiner 9Th nit, James
Burroughs to Miss Mary Foye, both o. Chelsea lst
in. CHARLES j Tnkham OF Boston 10 Miss Idella
NJ rtlri Of Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20

The fourth annual reunion of the veterans Of
the First Maine Cavalry will take place in Rock
land the 18th OF Sept An excursion to the islands,
clam bake, with supper in the evening at the
hall, together with speeches, will constitute the
programme.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
Consumption.

III UcUN NII1, INV JI4It'9fl'
Mrs. VIM. Lawrence, writing to Mr.. Fellows.
says / cannot tell you how many have called to
sec me 10 inquire if really had been as i'll as re-
ported, and If it was the Syrup alone which 50
wonderfully restored me "a consumptive) to such
good health. With gladness tell them all that
my recovery is due to Fellows Compound Syrup
of ilypophosphites, with the blessing Of God upon
it.
Fellow. IIypophosphites being peculiar in its
effects and composition, no other preparations is a
substitute for it. augl3- t&wlw
There never will be better time to buy Milli-
merry at Mrs. NJ. Z. Webster's than the present.
Hats and Bonnets are being sold at about one
half the former prices for the suppose of closing
out the summer stock. There is very little profit
on Hair and Fancy Goods, and none whatever on
articles quoted. i5o Water Street. julyl2ttf
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INDIAN A.
Assignment.

Indianapolis, August 10. William Braden, {
prominent merchant and real estate dealer, made
AN assignment Of all his property yesterday. ll
abilities, $500 assets, S27000o.
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HALIFAX.
A Murder.

Halifax, August 10. At Bear River, Digby
county, last night, David Robbins beat out his
wiies Drains with mallet, set fire to her bed and
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
BANGOR.

Pangburn Pleads Guilty of Manslaushter
Bangor August 10. In the Supreme judicial
Court to-day, Pangbuln, who murdered his wife
at Midway, Sunday, Jnly 18th, was arraigned
and pleaded guilty of manslaughted. He was
manded for sentence.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL.
New York Money Market.
EVENING REPoRr

New York. August 49, lo75.
Money to-day was easy at 14a2- per cent. on
call Sterling weak at 4S6a4S6s for 60 days and 49,
4S9 for demand. Customs Receipts, $559,00e. Gold
opened 1877 and closed at 1l3sl. The Assistant
Treasurer paid out SIS 900 in interest, 81! 600 in
redemption of bonds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20

The fourth annual reunion of the Eleventh
Maine regiment will be held at Lewiston mex
week, Aug. 18th.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20

1t is expected that the next meeting of the Ag-
ricultural Board will be held in Calais, the farmers
in that section having put in their claim. Secre.
tary Boardman has been there the last week, to
look over the ground, and decide finally nregard
to the meeting.
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OHIO.

Fatal Quarrel between three BfOthcrs.
Cincinnati, August 10. Three brothers, named
William, Thomas and Nicholas Moran, quarreled
in the 9Th street horse market, this afternoon.
The former was knocked down and literally kicked
to death. The quarrel was of long standing. The
survivors were arrested,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20
Weather Probabilities for To-day.

For New England and the Middle States,
rains followed by clearing and cooler weather,
with southwest to northwest winds and slight
changes in barometer.
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ILLINOIS.
Nuicile.

St Louis August 10. Mrs Chas. NJ. Oglesby
living near Walpole, was found in her house Mon
day, with her throat cut from ear TO ear and ra-
zor lYing on the floor.
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FariniuSdale locals.

Last week, in this vicinity, was truly tropical
one in every 4, spect. During the first part we had
the beautiful skies, cumulus clouds and lovely air
Of the trade wind region, then in the middle and
latter part were the torrents of rain usual in the
equatorial belt. On Friday was a magnificent lu
ing, which is a rare occurrence hereabout.
In late number of the Gardiner Home journal
is reminiscence Of Gardiner, telling of the visit
| Of President Polk to these regions many years
ago We remember the occasion well. lie land
ed at Hallowell in the evening, having come from
| Portland in the steamer "Huntress." 1t had been
| agreed upon beforehand with the Gardiner people
that two guns fired there, should be the signal OF
| his arrival at that place, the Hallowell and Ap
gusta folks could illuminate their dwellings, &c.
The mischevous Gardiner people fred the cannon
long before the steamer arrived, and of course the
up river folks hgdcd up, but tired OF waiting they
went to bed, and their candies all went ont before
| the President arrived. Il was on this occasion,
| that good story was told OF citizen of one of
the towns who drove The harouche the rresiGential
party was riding in. Mr.. Polk mstook him for Il
! servant, and asked what certain building was
| that they were passing at the time. Oar friend
felt the mistake and told him it was school house.
Every fine school houses you have sir" "Yes,'
replied the citizen, land we have schoo-maims to
match" The writer of the reminiscence say,
1--WE landed at lIallowell a port of entry for Au-
gusta." We should think this would be amusing
| to Hallowell and Augusta people both. But a
| smart editor in Gardiner, has been able to make
| that city port OF entry for all three cities, Far
| mingdale, Pittston and everything this side of
| Richmond 1t makes quite respectable show for
Gardiner. 1t looks like the first step towards the
unifcation of the whole community.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-20

The excavation has been made for the cellar,
and the stone hauled for the wall and the founda-
ton Of the new hospital building which is to be
built in connection with the Soldiers Home at
Togus. This was ordered at the last meeting of
the Board of Managers
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Watcryille Classical Institute

The Fall Term will begin August
3Oth. ~ - D
For further Information send for Circular to
j. Fl. HANSON, Principal.
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Land Slides.

Trenton, August 10. There were three land
slides Yesterday on the Northern Railroad OF
New Jersey; and the crops have again been dam
aged by ram.
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PERSONAL.

Toledo, August 10. The Blade of this evening
SAYS Il rumor is ailoat that the condition Of Gov
clnor Aliens health is such that his Withdrawal
from the gubcrnatorial contest is quite probable
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Sold for Taxes.

The Calumet river distillery was sold to-day 70
10000, on account of taxes due the government
1t was bought in by the company.