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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
The counsel then returnedto the reading Of Mrs
Tilton's letters to her husband, of which he read

The counsel then returned to the reading OF Mrs
Tilton's letters to her husband, Of which he read
about dozen.
Mr.. Evarts read letter written by Mr.. Titon
to his wife in December, 1867. in which he COM
planned of being worried by business and was
growing old before his time, having rarely ten
minutes of leisure. The troubles he had were OF
his own making, however, the letter stated.
The witness said that this letter was written in
his office in New York. #@ "a.
Mr. Evarts said that there were certain letters
which he desired to have from the other side on
Monday morning. and Of these he read list of
dates borne by the epistles he desired, and also
some letters of Tilton's which the counsel wished
to read and have placed in the evidence.
The court delivered the usual admoniton to the
jury, and an adjournment was then had until
Monday morning.
New York., February D. 4 little boy named
Evans, who was stolen by woman named VIII
kins, some seven months ago, was found IN the
shansy of poor Irish family in Green Point, yes
terday, where he had been placed by his abductor,
and restored to his mother. 1t is Gle ar case OF
abduction for Matchmaking purposes, and the
wicked woman will be punished by the law.
Rochester, February s. The famous Hiram
smith Touring mills in Wheatland, Morse county,
were burned last night. Loss on mills and ada
cent buildings, $2j, 900. They were built in 1900
and were known as the Albright mills until lS40
~ Denial.
A telegram from President McCosh of Prince
ton College, says, "Reports having been circulat-
ed about the alarming prevalence of diptheria
here, have medical authority for saying that
there is no case of diptheria in the College
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
DIR. l.. 4. EDMIXsTER.

Magnetic Physician AID Healer of Diseases by the
laying on of hands, has taken rooms at Mrs.
Scrutons, near the Episcopal church on State St,
where he will attend to calls between the hours Of
and II A. NJ, and 2 and P. NJ. His success
as healer Of disease has been guaranteed by sew
cral cases in this city. lie has also clairvoyant
power but not to be used to crafty worldly curl
osity. Business ana Professional men, whose
b, ain forces have been overtaxcd by severe men
tai labor, will find great relief from this treat
mcnt. This treatment also prevents paralysis, by
restoring the nervous system TO its usual tone
Parents who have weak and sickly children will
do well TO consult the Doctor. Nervous prostra-
trstion, Constipation and Suppression are attract
i've powers Of disease, and no one is safe who is
thus troubled, from the prevailing contagious dis
eases.
l;71akc warming and do something in time.
Terms for treatment at office, 81; at home Of
rati, MT $500 Consultation free. lan20-+tf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
Sudden Death.

Boston, February ). Miss Carrie Jones, a
young actress Of great promise, attached to the
brief illness.
birmingham, February 5. Mr., and Mrs Rcy-
nolds, alleged baby farmers had preliminary ex-
animation to-day and were acquitted.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
CANADA.

Quebec, February 5. Eight bodies thus far
have been recovered from the ruins Of Beaufort
Asylum. Mrs. Sheridan of Inverness, who killed
her four children, are among the victims. 1t is re-
ported that one of the escaped lunatics named
Fleury, has killed his sister at Three Rivers With
an axe.
Ottawa, February ). Major General Selby
Smith, in his report the state Of the militia,
recommends the establishment Of small standing
army.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
KANSAS.
Weather Items.

Cniston, February D. The cold for the past
three days has been intense, and it is fsared that
much suffering will be caused throughout the
frontier counties. Twenty men were frozen to
death and many others had their limbs frozen dur
ing the severe weather in January, and the pres
ent cold weather is almost as severe. The mean
above zero, eight degrees colder than the mean
for eleven years previously.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
FIRE on WATER STREET.
Burning of Morse's Cariisge Factory.

AS we 60 press, this morning, a o'clock the
carriage mandatory, owned ann occupied by b
+. Morse < Co., also occupied by W. q. Thomas
tal loos-NIorse Il Co., about $1,000; Thomas <
Co., $1,000. The property on the lower floors was
large stock Of carriages, new and secondhand
was in the upper part and could not be reached
The fire department was prompt, and with the as
sistancc Of the heavy snow upon the neighboiing
roofs, prevented a general confagration.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
Chicago Produce Market.

CHCdKUi FUU
Fiour-dull- extra spring al y.
Wheat-\o. spring cash SKA Mch. 63Sa-,
Feb. S7-a4t.
Corn No. :. mixed, cash, G3Ss; Mar, H}sa1
a Jun 64aa1 Feb.
Oats-No. 2 2-a-- cash May, Mia; 52AaA-
Feb; 535sa Mar.
Rye-No. ,, P6a061.
Barey-No. spring la cash; l25-a Mar;
l33a- Feb
Dressed Hogs-s 0oas 05-.
Polk-l7 75ai7 901a cash; Is +5alS 30 Feb :lls 65-
ais 81 Mch
ais sj1s Mich.
Bulk Meats shoulders 61$a-; short rib mid,
9.a--; short clear mid a9s.
Hams Ia bs average lUEa-.
Whiskey-@-a.
Freights-Corn to Buffalo, LA; wheat do ~
a..
Receipts ZOO hour; 1900 wheat: $4,000 corn
1900 oats; 100 rye; 5000 barley
shipments -3,0OJ hour: 10000 wheat, 5000
corn; ti02 oats; 1000 barley. 0JJ rye.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

Hon. Vim. l.. Putnam, of Portland, is whiting a
biographical sketch of the late Hon. George
Evans, to be read at the NEXT meeting of
the Maine Historical Society. Mr.. Putnam was
the law partner of the distinguished subject OF his
biography during his last days, and is well quail
lied for the task which he has undertaken.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
MINNESOTA.

ST. Paul, February 5. The Senate to-day unan.
imously passel the House resolution calling upon
Vim. ). King to vindcatc himself of the Irwin
charges in connection with the Pacific Mail sub
sidv or resign his seat in the 4ith Congress.
Senatorial.
The vote for L Iited States Senator to-day was
without significance. Active negotiations are in
progress between the democrats and Governor
Davis. The latter is on abundant authority ready
to abandon his previous party affiliations and sub
scribe to the democratic platform, and divide his
patronage as senator with the democrats in caae
he is elected
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
CUBA.
Progre of the Cuban Rebellion.
A Reported Engagement.

New York, February 3. A Havana letter Of
January Both has the following
"On January 10th, Maxine Gomez and Sangu-
ETH with 5000 troops attacked Jibara three leagues
from Santi Spirit and compelled the Spaniards to
treat with the loss of 20 killed and 40 wounded.-
Gomez afterwards destroyed the entire town to-
gether with six sugar estates in the immediate
neighborhood. Near Santi Espiritu the sugar
estates of~San Aneres and Esperanto were burned.
In the vicinity of Coifsrien but two sugar estates
have been destroyed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
SOUTH CAROLINA.
Hills FOund.

Charleston, February s. The grand jury Of
Charleston county yesterday found true bills on
eight indictments for libel against B. r. Riorden
and F. w. Damson, of the News and Courier, for
for publications during the last State canvass, af
fecting Sheriff Bowen, collector Of Worthngton
and election commissioners.
The Changers Convention.
The national grange met again yesterday. The
proceedings so far as made public, were limited
accepting invitations to visit various pisces.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
NEW MPSHlieE.
4 Man Missing.

Portsmouth, February ). Capt Geo. oimons of
fishing schooner Glcam Of Kennebunk, has been
missing since the middle of January, when he was
last seen in this city after selling cargo of fish
quarrellipg with his crew, who have arrived home
at Cape Province but cannot or will not tell where
the captain is, and the five men will probably be
arrested.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

Prof. Herrick's lecture at Granite Hail. last eve
ming, was plain and interesting narration of
scenes witnessed by the lecturer in Egypt and the
Holy Land. No attempts were made at elocuton-
airy effects, nor did the speaker deal in glitterng
generaities," but told in familiar way the in
cdents Of common life that came under his obser-
Walton in his extended tour in those lands,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
Balls and Parties.

| During January and February, Mrs. NJ P.
Webster will keep ON hand choice selection of
French Flowers, Ruchings, Thread Laces, neck
ties in new and beautiful patterns, ETC., designed
for balls and parties also complete stock of MILL
merry and fancy goods. l5S Water St., Augusta,
| Me, jan6-+G
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
1Marrtfn.

In Topsham, 5lst ult j. s Bonney to Miss Flora
f. Campbell.
In Paiker's Head, 9Th ult., John F. Blai-del to
Miss Jane NJ Perkins; eth uit,, Charles kcnnlS-
ton to Mrs. lennette Rook.
In East Wilton, 3lst ult. Henry F. Hodekins OF
Pennington, to Mrs. Matilda p Rollins OF Jay.
In New Portland LIST inst. Michael Kershner II
Miss Nay +. Viii tier, both OF New Portland
In Temple, cath ult Ivory Savage 10 Miss Mary
+. W hite, both of Temple.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

The social hop given last evening by several
ladies at the Augusta House, was grand affair,
and participated in by gay and festive company
Dancing was kept up until after ono O'Clock. Re-
freshments were served in good style
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

perfecting it in several Of its details. The SUBJ
committee consists Of Messrs Snow, Dntton and
Leavitt No one appeared before the committee
in opposition to graniing the charter
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
LEWISTON.
Obitu airy.

Lewiston, fe5luaryj Private despatcees state
that Thomas Ii. Little, A. NJ, Superintendent of
the Wisconsin Institute for the education CT the
blind, died at GAINESVILLE, Wis, Thursday. lie was
native of Augusta, Me-, and graduated at Bow
dom in 1866.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

The series of Gilmore's concerts which are to
eventuate in grand musical jubilee in Louisville
on the 9th of February-the day of the last libra
ry drawing-win be CONNIE need in Boston in few
days and taking in the great cities lying between
the Hub" and Louisville, will conclude in grand
burst of triumphant melody in the latter city, is
fitting conclusion to the great series of drawings
which have given to the public one Of the finest
free Libraries of the country.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

Many deserving families have been sought ont
and helped dul:n the biting cold weather Of the
last few weeks, by the Howard BeneN client soci-
ETY.. The concert to be given at Granite Hall, on
Tuesday evening, by the Amateur Association of
Bangor, is to be for the benefit Of this mcst worthy
-ociety. The concert, on its own merit- howeveD
-hould draw a crowded house.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

There will be a preaching service in the Free
Baptist Church tomorrow afternoon at IL
o'clock, to be followed by the Lords Supper
Sermon by the pastor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

At the ordaining council to determine on the
ordination of Miss Lorenza liaincs, as pastor OF
the Cniversalist church in IIallowell, Rev. Geo.
w. Quinby, d. D., was Moderator, and Charles
IIeWins ESQ. Clerk.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
Cincinnati Produce Market.

CINCINNATI, FEB. ), 1910,
PORK-iuil, at tl0 0o9l9 2j.
IARD-ateam ID 1al3 30a; kettle, l4gi4.
BULK MEATS-shoulders 67s76; clear rib side
os4a--: clear sides log.
BACON-shOulders s%-g; clear rib sides 10 \
q; clear sides l0Ioll.
WHISKEY- Ga.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
EASTPORT.

Passport, February ). Revenue Cutter Wood
bury has just returned, having towed eff schooner
Hattie Ellen and got her into Cranberry Island
Iiarhor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

We understand that Lucy Stone has signiiied
her intention of being present at the Womans
Suffrage convention in this city next week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
Local ann State Mems.

The expenses OF the average commercial runner
are ten dollars per day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

Mr.. Tilden, who will graduate from the Newton
Theological Institute next June, will preach at the
Firs, Baptist church tomorrow forenoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
COMM CTiCUI.
Prizes Awarded.

Hartford, February 5. At the competition for
oratorica prizes at Trinity College this evening,
a gold medal was awarded to Charles Davis Send
der of New York, and a silver medal to John
lluske CT Fayetteville, n. c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

Elegant and fashionable jewery, watches, and
everything in that line, may be found at the jewel
nv establishment of Z. Rowse See the advertise
ment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

Members of the legislature and their ladies at the
augusta House will give grand ball next week,
Thursday or Friday evening neyt-probably Fri
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
Notice..

THE members of the Kennebec Log Driving
L Company are hereby notified that the annual
meeting Of the company will be held at the City
rnary 1876 at 10 O'Clock in the forenoon for he fol
lowing purposes, viz: fl
LIST. To choose Moderator.
Cd. To hear the report fthe Treasurer, and take
such action thereon as may be thought proper.
Sd. To choose officers for the ensuing year.
4th To take such measures for driving the logs
the ensuing season, and raise sach sum sums OF
money for that purpose as may be deemed neces.
sary.
9Th. To act on any other business that may legal.
~ come before them.
ID. c. PALMER, Clerk K. l.. ID. Co.
Gardiner, JAM 49, 1875. jan23. it'd
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Congressional Notes.
Weather Probabilities for To-Day.

For New England and the Middle States,
falling barometer, south winds, higher tempera-
ture generally, clear wea her except snow in the
northern portions.
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OHIO.
DcclinatiQn.

Toledo, February 5. Rev. Leighton Coleman
| has declined the Episcopate of the northern Wis
consin diocese, to which he was recently elected.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
AMERICAN & FOREIGN PATENT 8
Z. II. EDDY.

SOLICITOR OF PATIENTS.
For Inventions, Trade Marks, or DeSigi,
No. rs State Street, Opposite Kby Street, BOSTON,
A FTER an extensive practice OF upwards OF 80
n years, continues to secure Patents In the Unit
ted tates also in Great Britain, France and other
foreign countries. Caveats, Specifications, Assign
ments, and all papers for Patents, executed on
reasonable terms with dispatch. Researches made
to determine the validity and utility of Patents OF
all matters touching the same. Copies OF the claims
of any patent furnished by renting one dollar
Assignments recorded in Washington.
No agency in the United States possesses superb
or facilities for obtaining Patents or asrcrtalning
the patentabity OF inventions.
All necessity of journey to Washington to pro
cure a Patent, and the usual great delay there.
here saved inventors.
Testi m o n ials.
81 regard Mr.. Eddy as one of the most capabie
and successful practitioners with whom have had
official intercourse. CHARLES MASON,
Commissioner of Patents
81 have no hesitation in assuring inventors that
they cannot employ a man more competent ana
trustw orthy and more capable of putting their ap.
plicatons in form to secure for them an early and
favorable con sideraton at the Patent ONCE.
EDMUND BURKE,
Late Commissioner of Patents
s'Mr. X. ii. EDDY has made tor me overTHlRTf
application for Patents, having been successful in
| almost every case. such unmistakable proof OF
Ommend all inventors to apply to him to procure
their patents, as they may be sure OF having the
most faithful attention bestowed on their cases
| and at very reasonable charges.
| Boston, Jan. !, 1875. ly2
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ILLINOIS.
Episcopal Convention.

Chicago, February. The Episcopal convention
Of the diocese of Illinois, tonight elected Rev.
DR.. Dekoyen Bishop Of the diocese. The bishop
elect was born in Middletown, Conn in 1899.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

The hospitable old Mansion House, in its reno
waited condition, has been the comfortable and
happy home Of large number of person. during
the winter
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

The agricultural committee returned from
Orono on the train last evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

Messrs. Gilman, Woodbury., Chase and Shorey,
OF the board OF Trustees of the Marie Insane
Hospital held special session at The hospital
yesterday. An inspection made Of the insti-
tuition and considerable business transacted Sew
eral matters were attended to, of which We are
not at liberty to speak at present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06
Legislative N. ,ys ana Gossip.

| The Railroad Committee had before them, yes
terday afternoon, an act compelling railroads t.
build fences. J. w. Bradbury, Jr, appeared be
| fore the committee, and offered amendments
claiming that railroads by their charters have te
build fences now The committee decided to re-
port a bill providing that if the fences are moi
built after notice Of the Of the land abut
ting, and refuse to build for term Of thirty days
it shall forfeit to such owner the sum OF SlO0 the
notice to be given between the 10th of April and
| the end Of October. The committee then took up
the matter of the extension of the time for the
building of the Penobscot Bay 4 River Railroad,
the question involving the building Of a bridge
| across Belfast harbor. TIE following proviso, Of
tcred at the last hearing, was rejected THAT
said railroad company shall not construct its
bridge below the wharf property Of the Is. Il NJ.
Ii. L., unless the railroad commissioners shall de-
eide that it cannot be built above" The proviso
that said company shall not construct a bridge
across the harbor at any polntbeow Lane wharf,
was incorporated into the charter; and 1t was
then voted to grant extension of five years for
been adopted was submitted by the friends Of the
cred unsatisfactory to the people of Belfast who
demonstrated. The memorial of the National
Board Of Trade, asking for legislation regu-
lating transportation terminating from the
Grange movement) referred to the next
legislature. An act additional to an act, en-
towering the Bangor 4 Calais Shore Line Railroad
Company to construct a bridge over the Penob-
scot river at Verona, with numerous petitions, was
referred to the next legislature. Voted to report
bill authorizing the Dirigo Slate Co. to build a
tramway, one and half.mile in length. in Mon
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

The South Pittsield and Burnham Cheese &C
tory Company is to be organized with capitol
stock of $500. The factory will be built TO accom-
modate 400 cows, and will cost $1,000. Chas. Shaw
Il Son in Burnham, are now receiving about thir-
ty cords of bark per day at the tannery. They
will get 300 cords this season; nearly all OF this
bark is furnished.
d. Knowlton & Co.. Of Camden, during the past
year blocked fifty sail of vessels. From the first
of January up to the present time they have made
contracts to furnish six ships, ranging from thr-
teen hundI ed to two thousand tons each, two
three masted schooners and one barkentne, with
blocks, capstans, &C.
The Bowdoin PAPER Manufacturing company,
which has succeed the Topsham Paper Manufac-
turing Co., has asked for an act of incorporation
with a capital of $4,000. The corporator.
named are A. c. Denison, A. T. Denison, w. II
Parsons, a. w. Persons, and c. NJ Cram.
The Belfast Shoe Factory Company now en-
ploy about l65 hands, but propose to increase the
force sufficiently to manufacture 1900 pairs OF
shoes per day.
The mill of the Robinson Manufacturing Co.
in Oxford, began work again on the 18th inst
Only % looms are running, and these on hall
time for the present.
The Pittston shoe factory will employ about 30
hands during the spring months.
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DifD.

In Emwo Il, Neb,, nth ult,, Joseph Melcher,
formerly of Brunswick, aged y years. months ana
days.
In Farmlngton, gath ult., Caroline L., wife OF the
late James Flood, aged "A years months and :"
daYa
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MASSACHUSETTS,.
Reported Murder in Lowell, Mass.
\ Wife Under Arrest.

Lowell, February ). About one O'Clock this
afternoon, it was reported TO the police that Pat
rick Farrell had been killed by his wife, Both had
quarrelled during the forenoon. 4 medical cx-
mination does not seem to indicate death by vio-
lencc a. only slight wound is found on the head.
No information is reliable in the present excite
ment, no one witnessed the deed. The woman
is in the station house, too drunk 20 realize her
case.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

That enemy of mankind, Consumption, can be
cured but is far better to prevent the cruel dis
case from fastening itself on the system, by the
timely use of remedy like DR.. Wistar's Balsam
of Wild Cherry. 80 cts. and 81 bottle large bot
ties much the cheaper tcbl-tNWlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-02-06

Maj. A. III. 5. Davis has sold the Pennington
Chronicle to Capt. Chas. w. Kyes Of Biddeford,
who will soon assume the proprietorship and edi-
torial control of the paper. Maj. Davis is COM
PEELED to do this accoun. Of delicate health.
lie has had good success in the conduct Of the
paper, and has shown himself writer Of marked
ability. We trust that relief from TIE arduous
duties Of newspaper publishing, will restore to
him the health which he so much Graves.
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NEWS BY TELEGRAPH
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PORTLAND.
Obituary..

Obituary.
Portland February 6. Mr.. Totman, who broke his
leg by falling from his roof and suffered amputa-
ton, recently, died this morning.
Adritf.
Steamer George Cromwell, from New York re-
ports Handkerchief EightShip one mile ca:tward
OF station.