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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

Flour-steady- extra spring 4 40aa so,
wheat-No. spring cash lol5sa; Jun. l0i2.a,
1929. May.
Corn No. ,. mixed, cash, .0hs7l. May, aga;
AZ Jun Gsa4 July.
Oats-No. 2, 6l-a1s cash; May, elsa; G3-a-
June.
Rye-No. 2, l0lal05.
Barley-NO. spring l22al2l cash; llGalls May;
IL "a Apl.
Dressed Hogs-9 O0aS So.
Pclk-22OO-a2. 90 cash: a22 90 - Apl.: 81 So "A
May: - l0a22 l2l9 Jun.
Lard-la 50al5 So cast: IS 67salj 70 Jun; Is 50
ais SO May.
Bulk Meats shoulders sla-; short rib mid
Ia short clear mid al2A.
Hams Is bs average #.
VIII skey-ll2taa.
Freights-Corn To Buffalo. "a a; wheat do o =.
Receipts-ll 900 Hour; 5000 wheat; 10000 corn
40, 900 oats; 900 rye; 5000 barley.
shipments - 5000 hour; n 900 wheat: 1000
corn: II, 900 oats; 5000 barley. 900 rye.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

The new ship Hagerstown, of Richmond, built
last year, and probably one of the largest vessels
ever constructed on this river, struck by light
ming while lying at the port of New Orleans on
Wednesday last. The vessel filed with water,
but did not sink, and was not very much damaged.
She had on board 500 bales of cotton, destined
for Havre, France. James NJ. Hagar of Rich
mond, is the sole owner of the vessel.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
WASHINGTON.
Personal.

Washington April %. Treasurer New is here
to-day and has been passing much Of his time in
the Treasury. He had long interview with Gen.
Spinner and was also some time in consultation
with Assistant Secretary Conant.
Secretary Brstow left to- night for New York,
to be absent three or four days.
A Denial.
Gen. Cowen, Assistant Secretary of the Interior,
authorizes the statement that the recent publica-
tions, to the effect that he cognizant of cor
rupt practices in the department, are entirely
without foundation.
A Dangerous Counterfeit.
new and dangerous counterfeit has made its
appearance at the redemption agency, in the
IS notes of the First National bank OF Paxton,
Illinois.
Cabinet Meeting.
Nothing of interest was before the meeting nor
was anything said in regard to any changes in the
cabinet.
Investigation.
The investigation of the postofice frauds is still
in progress, by the Postmaster Gen. and Assistant
Tyner, who this morning discovered fraudulent
bid among those for mail routes in La. clerks
have been discharged for completely in the frauds
and II more are implicated. Judge Tyner states
that he is determined to make thorough exami-
nation if it takes all summer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
NEBR ASKA
Western Travel.

Omaha, April %. Five trains on the Union
Pacific Railroad, from the Green River break
loaded with west bound passengers, got into ogden
last night, and four trains with east bound passen
gers will arrive at Green River tonight. 1t is
pected the break will be reduced to two miles to-
day. The washouts reported in Echo canon have
been sufficiently repaired to admit of trains pass
ing over them with safety.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

Charles Lamb. Essayist denounced all spiritu-
Gus liquors as "Wet bamnation." Poor fellow !;
he knew whereof he spake, by sad experience, and
if living, would apply the same to Alcoholic Excit-
ants, advertised as Curealls. But there is one
Tonic and Alternative in existence-the best the
world has ever known-which contains no alcohol
1t is DIR. WALKERS CALIFORNIA VINEGAR BIT
TIERS april t&wlm
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
MASSACHUSETTS,.
The Strike.

Newburyport, April %. The factory strikers
had an enthusiastic meeting last night Mr.. Gun
ton of Fall River was the orator. The weavers
in the Bartlett, Peabody and Wascouomet Mills
pledged material aid to the strikers of the Ocean.
The situation at that mill is unchanged.
The Mining Fever.
Silver mining has been quiet since the sale of
the Chapman mine, but there are new discoveries
Municipal Affairs.
Lowell, April 49, The Mayor and Aldermen
have decided to grant liquor licenses to proper
parties under the new law.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
A Dangerous Counterfeit.
Investigation.

Nothing of interest was before the meeting nor
was anything said in regard to any changes in the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

The annual meeting of the Oakland Park
Association is to be held at the City Hall, in
Gardiner, on Tuesday evening, the 4th of May.
One item of business is to provide for any ndebt
edness that may be found to exist. j. Nj. Carpen-
ter, Esq, is Secretary Of the Association.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
Cincinnati Produce Market.

Cincinnati, April %, 1St5
PORK-lirm at S22 p g22 25.
LARD-steam I5sSa-- Kettle. lllea 60.
BULK MEATS-shoulders Sd clear rib sides
l155a--; clear sides PIG.
BACON-shoulders 9tala clear rib sides l2a<
al2a4 clear sides 1874 9.
WHISKEY-lI4-d.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
SOUTH CAROLINA.

Charlcstown, April %. The two cslored MUIR
derers, named Bunch and Hardee. to have been
hung, were respted at noon by the colored
Lieut.. Gov, in the absence of Gov Chamberlain
from the State.
State Treasurer Parker has been committed to
Columbia jail, in default of $3.50, 900 bail.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
LIE VISION.
Railroad Affairs.

Lewiston, April 49, At a meeting of the stock
holders of the Lewiston & Auburn Railroad, last
evening. it was voted to ratfy the lease with the
Grand Trunk Railway, and also to withdraw the
suit pending in the United States Court.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
SACO.
Suicide,

Saco, April %. Charles Hill, one Of the most
prominent citizens of Saco, and leading republi-
can politician of York county, hung himself in
his sleeping-room, Thursday night. lie was GO
years old. Temporary insanity was the cause.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
FLORIDA.
Marine Disaster.

Key West, April 90. The schooner Island
Belle, of Mobile, bound from Jamaica for Mobile,
with a cargo of fruit, capsized and filled so miles
south of Cuba. The crew took to the boats and
were picked up by the steamship Henry Chauncey
and landed
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
FROM CALIFORNIA.
A Denial.

San Francisco, April %. despatch from San
ia Barbara says that the schooner sent to the as
sstance of the supposed burning steamer has
turned, and reports that a man. of-war passed, fir
ing guns for practice but there is no other infor
nation tending to confirm the rumor of disaster.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

On Thursday evening the city marshal seized
thirteen quart bottles of rum at the Farmers IIo-
tel. The neat little continuance for dumping the
liquid into the cellar, didn't avail this time the Of
fcer Of the law was too rapid in his movements.
On the same evening, u raid was mad. upon Sol
oman Records European Hotel. and eight bottles
Of whiskey secured.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

Judge Libbey's law office was thronged yester-
day afternoon BY men Of all parties, congratulate
ing him upon his newly acquired honors. No
congratulations were more hearty than those ex-
tended by gentlemen who have been opposed to
him in politics, 40 these many years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
OHIO.
Damages Awarded.

Cleveland, April %. In the libel suit of J. F
Young VS.. the Plaindealer verdict was rendered
to-day in the United States Circuit Court, award
ing Young $2,2j0 damages. Young sued for
$40 900,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
Weather Probabilities for To. Day.

For New England and the Middle States,
increasing cloudiness and warmer weather during
the day, followed by lower temperature northerly
to westerly winds, rising barometer and light
snow in tine interior OF n. Y. and Pa.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

The fine poem published in our columns to-day,
copied from the Boston Daily Advertiser will at
tract attention. 1t was written by lady at st.
Catharine's Hall in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

Fire..

New Orleans, April 90. Steamboats, John
HYDE Exporter and Chas. Bsdman, took fire at
p. M. to-day, at the foot of Padras street, and
were burned to the waters edge Many lives are
said to have been lost.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

Hiram Seavey, the Evangelist, is expected to
preach to the Second Adventists tomorrow at
their regular meetings in Darby block.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

The proprietors Of the proposed new paper at
West Waterville have purchased the job press
from the office of the late d. II. Reynolds in this
city. 1t is nice press and has been put in excel
CITY
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
Bangor pays its Mayor salary Of $500 per year.

Hallowel is promised street sprinkler this year,
if the water is brought from the hill.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

Evening service in st Marks church to morrow
and until further notice, will be at ~ o'clock.
The early morning service tomorrow will be at
O'Clock, instead of7k.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

John Wheeler, Esq, formerly of this city, but
who for a few years past has resided in Portland,
has returned to this city, and will make it his per-
manent home. We welcome this stanch old re
publican back to the CITY.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

We regret to learn that Rev. E. Martin, Presid-
ing Elder still quite i'll at his home in this city
being confined to his room the most Of the time
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL.
New York Money Market.
EVENING REPORT.

New York. April 23 1873.
Money easy at 2hsa3 per ct. on call. Sterling ex-
change firm. ut 4S74a% for 60 days and 4!Oa'a for
demand. Gold opened ll5H and closed at ll5. The
carrying rate was per cent. and the borrowing
rates per cent loans also made fiat. The las
sstant Treasurer paid out $24s 900 in interest and
sl5 900 in redemption of bonds. Custom receipts
$2l60O0.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

The meeting of the Temperance Reform Club
has been postponed for this week. The an
nouncement Of the next meeting will be made
sometime next week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
CUBA.

circulation that severe engagement has taken
place at Los Cruises, on the Cienfuegos Railroad,
the headquarters of Capt Gen. Namaseda, and
that 20 rebels were killed and their entire force
routed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

And now they come forward and deny tina! there
is any student in the State College Of Agriculture
at Orono who thinks too much of the original col
or of his hands to soil them by planting trees.
The public ought to know that.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

1t is thought that the county commissioners will
report favorably on the proposition to warm the
court house by steam and secure ventilation by
the process that has been adopted at the State
House.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
Nj A YLAND.
Obituary..

Baltimore, April %. Colonel E. NJ. Yerger,
formerly of Mississippi, but for several years past
resident of this city, died very suddenly last
night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

Union religious services of social character
tomorrow afternoon at the First Baptist church.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

1t seems that Frank Ripley of this city, who
reported fatally injured at Wscasset, was not
much hurt after all. lie sent the dispatch himself
to his mother, saying that she must come quickly
if she would see him alive. A fellow who would
lacerate the feelings of his mother in that man
uer must be miserable cuss.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

Rev. A. P. Tinker of Auburn will preach at the
Granite church tomorrow morning, on exchange
with Rev. Mr.. Ecob
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
Church Directory.

OKTHoDOX CoNGREGATIoNAL.-tir Oh.
state St., between Bridge and Oak streets. Rev;
James II. Ecob, pastor. Morning service 1890
M Evening service at : O'Clock Preaching
tomorrow by Rev. A. p. Tinker OF Auburn.
FIRST BAPTIST,-Corner Winthrop and Perham
SITS. No pastor. Morning service 1890 A. NJ.
Evening p. NJ. Lecture tomorrow by Burn
ham Wardwell of Boston.
FREE BAPTIsT,-state street north of Bridge
Morning service 1870 A. NJ. Evening" 2. NJ.
, rrsa In z, to r mGrr9W BY the pastor;
State Roscoe sanderson, pastor; residence at
the parsonage next door to the church: Morn.
ing service 1880 A. NJ Evening, =. NJ.
Preaching tomorrow by the pastor.
Protestant EPIsCOPAL,-state ST., between
Oak and Winthrop; Rev samuel Upjohn, rector.
IA NJ. Preaching tomorrow by the rector
UNlNElts ALIST-Cor. Winthrop and Summer SITS
Rev. W; Kinds, pastor. Preaching at 1890
morrow forenoon by the pastor. Lecture In The
evening by Burnham Wardweli of Boston.
tNlTARIA\, Christ church, )-Cor. oak and State
SITS. Rev. Chas. A. Curtis pastor. Morning ser.
vice at 10 30 y. NJ. Preaching tomorrow by
the pastor.
CATHOLIC state ST., north of Bridge. Rev. f.
n Otallaghan priest res idence near the church
MORT -rrvce, l0.45 AN. Evening, 5 % p. NJ.
y Pr !, morrow; MORO; by the priest priest
Regular weekly prayer meeting every Monday
and Thursday evening al =. O'Clock. Mission
sunday school every sabbath morning at
O'Clock. Religious exercises every Sunday al
ternoon at O'Clock Rooms open to ali.
The Congregational First Baptist, Free VIII
Baptist and Methodist Churches hold social con
ference meetings in their vestres every Wednes-
day evening, AT "a O'Clock.
NORTH AUGUSTA,-M. L. CHURCn.-Rev. Il. +.
French, pastor; residence at the parsonage, next
door north Of the church. Preaching every Sab
bath at 1890 A. NJ. sabbath school at IL NJ.
Prayer meeting at ! p. NJ. Preaching tomorrow
by the pastor.
CHRISTIAN UNION CHURCH, Cushnoc Heights,
Rev. Hiram a. Stratton, pastor. Morning
vice at 10 80 A. NJ. Sabbath School at IL NJ.
Prayer meeting at $50 p. NJ. Meetings held in
Spragucs block on Water street, opposite the
Farmers Hotel, entrance at north end.
SOUTI! PARISH CONGREGATIONAL HALO
WELL.-Rcv. c. G. McCully, pastor; morning
service 1850; Sunday school 230 F. NJ
METHODIST EPISCOPAL, HALLOW ELL.-Rev
+, JLques, PASTOR residence opposite church.
Morning service, 1870; Afternoon service, 23o;
sabbath School at quarter past one +. NJ. Preach
BAPTIST CHURCH, iAI-LOW ELL.-No pastor.
Morning service 1890. Preaching tomorrow.
FREE BAPTIST CHURCH, HALLOWELL.-No
pastor. treacnng by Rev. Mr.. Peckham. Ser
Incorporating 10 : A. Nj Sabbath school II
NJ, Prayer meeting 6 3 r.. NJ.
EPISCOPAL CHURCH, HALLOWE ELL Rev
Geo. NJ Stanley, rector. Morning service at
1880. Evening service at ESQ. Sunday School
at2P. NJ.
UNIVERSALIST, HALLOWELL.-Mis Haincs
pastor. Sabbath School 10 80 A. NJ Preaching
service every Sunday afternoon at $50. Social
conference meeting in vcstry at $50 T. Nj.
Preaching tomorrow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
AMERICAN & FOREIGN PATENTS
Z. EDDY,

SOLICITOR OF PATIENTS,
For Inventions, Trade Marks, or Deslsd,
No. IS state Street, Opposite Kilby Street. BOSTON,
FTER an extensive practice Of upwards of 80
"A years, continues to secure Patents in the Uni
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
Inventions, and legal and other advice rendered in
all matters touching the same Copies of the claims
Ofany patent furnished by RENTING dollar.
Assignments recorded in Washington.
No Agency in The United States possesses superb.
or facilities for obtaining Patents, ascertaning
the patentability of inventions.
All necessity of journey to Washington to pro
cure a Patent and the usual great delay there,
here save inventors.
Test m n ais.
81 regard Mr.. Eddy as one of the most capable
and sdccesstu practitioners with whom have had
Official intercourse. CHARLES MASON,
Commissioner of Patents.o
al have no hesitation in assuring inventors that
they cannot employ man more competent and
trustworthy and more capable of putting their ap.
plcations in form to secure for them early and
favorable consideration at the Patent Office.
EDMUND BURKE,
Late Commissioner of Patents"
''Mr X. II. EDDY has made tor me over THIRTY
applications for Patents, having been successfulin
almost every case. Such unmistakable proof OF
great talent and ability on his part leads to rec.
ommend all inventors to apply to him to procure
their patents, as they may be sure of having tho
most faithful attention bestowed on their cases,
JOHN TAGGART."
Boston Jan. l. 1875. 1y2
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
Notice.
u. s. Internal Revenue.
SPECIAL TAKES.
May 1, 1873, to April 30, 1879.

The Revised Statutes of the United States Sec.
lions 332 1927. 1888 and $780, require every person
engaged in any business, avocatiOn, or employment
which renders him liable to SPECIAL TAX, To
LY IN HIS ESTABLISHMENT OR PLACE
OF BUSINESS STAMP denoting the payment
of said SPECIAL TAX for the Special Tax Year
beginning May /, 1875. before commencing or con-
iinuing business after April 80, 1875.
The Taxes Embraced within the Provisions Or the
Law above Quoted are the Following, w:
RectifIers, 600 90
Dealers, retail liquor, Is 90
Dealers, wholesale liquor, 100 co
Dealers in malt liquors. wholesale so 90
Dealers in malt liquors, retail, 20 90
Dealers In leaf tobacco, rs 90
all dealers in leaf tobacco 600 90
And on sales Of over 81 600, fifty cents for
every dollar in excess of 81 Co.,
Dealers in manufactured tobacco, 90
Manufacturers of STILLS so 90
And for each still manufactured 20 90
And for each worm manufactured, 20 90
Manufacturers of tobacco, 10 90
Manufacturers of cigars, 10 90
Peddlers OF tobacco, first class (more Ihan
two horses or other anmals) so 90
Peddlers of tobacco, second class two horses
other animals) Is 90
Peddlers Of tobacco, third class Zone horse
or other animal Is 90
Peddlers of tobacco, fourth class ION foot or
public cOnveyance) 10 90
Brew rs of less than 500 barrels, so 90
Brewers of 500 barrels more, 100 %
Any person, so liable, who shall fail to comply
W th the foregoing requirements will be subject to
severe penalties.
Persons firms liable to pay any of the Special
Taxes named above must apply to DELDEN
COMMON, Collector of Internal Revenue at Az.
GUsTA, and pay for and procure the Special Tax
Stamp or stamps they need, prior to May i, 1875,
and without further notice.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

The name of Hon. n. A. Farwell of Rockland,
has been mentioned by the Progressive Age in
connection with the candidacy for Governor. A
private letter received in this city last even
ing from Mr.. Farwell, stating that however much
he might aspire to gubernatorial hOnors, he would
not consent to have his name used in convention
against so good soldier as General Common.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
YER MONT.
Fire

Bennington, April %. The paper mill of Geo
Benton & Sons was burned last night. Loss 49,,
600; insurance. $4,000.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24
Manhood: How Lost. How Re-
stored

Just published, new edition of DIR
We CuverwelPs Celebrated Essay on the
~ . radical cure without medcine) Of
Spermatorh9a or Seminal weakness
Involuntary Seminal Losses, Impotency, Mental
and Physical Incapacity, lmpediments to Marriage
etc. also Consumption, Epilepsy and Fits, induced
by self-indulgence or sexual extravaganza, &c.
Bg-Price, in a sealed envelope, only elk cents.
The celebrated author, in this admirable Essay,
clearly demonstrates, from thirty years. success.
full practice that the alarming consequences OF self
abuse may be radically cured without the danger.
Gus use of internal medicine or the application of
the knife; pointing out mode of cure at once SIM
pie, certain, and effectual by means OF which every
sufferer, ne matter what his condition may be, may
cure himself cheaply privately, and radically.
IS This Lecture should be in the hands of every
youth and every man in the land.
Sent under seal, in plain envelope to any adj
dress, postpaid on receipt OF six cents or two
postage stamps.
Address the Publishers,
CHAs. ]. c. KLINE & CO..
I37 Bowery, New York; Post ohce Box,
1850.
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Communion,

the scourgc Of the human family. may in its early
stages be promptly arrested and permanently
cured.
Ravenswood W. Va.
DR.. r. V. Pierce, Buffalo, n Y:
Sir-For the last year have been using your
Golden Medical Discovery. l owe my life to it,
but short time before was benefited at that time
was very bad, not able to sit up much, was suf-
fering greatly with my throat, was getting blind,
had dry cough and much pain in my lungs.
have used twelve bottles of the Discovery and am
almost well. KATE T. WARDNER.
A son Of Mr.. j. II. Meseck. of Chatham Four
Corners, n. y, has been cured of Consumption by
DR.. Pie1ces Golden Medical Discovery,-so says
Mr.. {. Is. Garfield, editor of the Chatham Courier.
S. II. Eglar, druggist of West Union, o., writes
to state that DIR. Pierce's Golden Medical Discov-
cry has effected wonderful cure of Consumption
in his neighboihod. apl24-teod&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-24

The steamer "Stsr of the East" arrived at Gar
diner yesterday forenoon at half past nine O'Clock
and will make her first trip to Boston on Monday.
The "Star" looks as nice as new lily. The
steamer "Clarion," Capt. Charles Mclaughlin,
that is to run from Augusta to Gardiner to con-
meet with the "Star," arrived this city yesterday
little after noon, with freight from the Boston
boat at Gardner-being the first arrival here since
the opening of the river. The boat looks neat and
comfortable as usual
Messrs. Dunning and Lombard, traders in this
city, are the pioneers in introducing to consumers
here an article which is sure to become house
hold necessity. We refer to the pressed corn
beef, prepared by the Wilson Packing Co., of Chi
cago. A two pound can, which can be bought for
so cents, contains an amount equal to four pounds
of uncooked meat. 1t comes out Of the cans in
nice shape, and when sliced and put on the table
makes as good dish as can be furnished at any
hotel or eating house in town. Persons and fami-
lies can buy this canned and save firewood, labor
and money. For excursionists and Squirrel Is
land maniacs, it is just the thing. Dunning and
Lombard are also supplied with nice canned sal
mon and green peas, as fresh as though they had
just come from lake and garden.