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Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

We would call the attention of our readers TO
the advertisement of Horace Waters & Sons, head
ed "a Great Offer" For description of Pianos
see the following; "Messrs Horace Waters &
Sons have made Improvements in pianos which
were considered nearly perfect before. BY the
use of new scale and treble, and by making
their pianos square-grand, they have secured the
best Tone the best shape, and the lowest price at
the same time They warrant all their irstru-
ments for six years, and give most liberal facilities
to those who wish to pay in installments. gam
iner and Chronicle. ~. Y.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

Personal.
Maj. Alex. II. S. Davis, Military Secretary on
the Governors staff, has resigned, and Capt. Ed
ward !. Morrill, Of Pennington, has been appoint
ed in his place, with the rank of Major. Major
Morrill, was formerly of the 18th Regiment Maine
Volunteers. a'r4 f.tu
Capt. Henry o. Fox of New York, formerly of
this State, has recently been to Monmcnth to at
tend the funeral of his father. He was in the city
yesterday. vHe ftsa p hth lt'
Hon. Z. b. Nealley Of Bangor, is to give the
Grafton at Bath on Memorial day.
Hon. VIM. P. Frye has been engaged by Knox
Post At Lewiston to give the address on Deccra-
ton day. ,,sI r,.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
NEW YORK.
Insurance..

New York, April l3. The third annual meet
ing of the Chamber Of Life Insurance was held
to-day and the following officers elected for the
ensuing year:
Presi6ent-Jacob l.. Greene, Hartford, Con-
necticut.
Vice President-Samuel C.IIenry, of Philadel-
phia.
Executive Committee-Wm. H. Biers, James
w. Alexander, l.. W. Frost. r. A. McCurdy,
Robert A. Grannes, Hugo Wesendonex and 5.
III. White.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
Justice at Last.

The public were far in advance OF the medical
profession in recognizing Hale's Honey of IIore
hound and Tar specific for consumption,
coughs and colds but at last the Faculty doing
justice TO the great antagonist and conqueror OF
pulmonary diseases. The country druggists gen
orally report that the local physicians are prescrib-
ing it in preference to all the old pulmonics. and
that the lesult is an immense increase in the Per.
centage oil cures.
PIXIES TOOTH. ACHE Drops Cure in ore min.
ute. april Cod&wlW
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

Charles Lamb. Essayist, denounced all spiritu-
Gus liquors as "Wet Damnation." 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&w I'm
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

Iron IN THE BLooD.-When the blood is well
supplied with its irJn element. we feel vigorous
and full of animation. 1t is nsuiiiciency Of
this vital element that makes us feel weak and low
spirited in such cases, the Peruvian Syrup Ga pro-
toxide of Iron) can supply this deficiency, and its
use will invigorate us wonderfully.
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Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
FOREIGN.
The ThGnderer and News to Answer for
Breach of Privilege.

Breach of Privilege.
London, April l3. The London Times and Dali
ly News having recently published certain docu-
ments which had been submitted to select COM
mittee of Parliament On the South American bub-
BILE loans. motion was introduced summoning
the printers of these journals to the bar of the
House to answer for breach of privilege The
motion met with considerable oposition, but after
long debate on the liberty and responsibility Of
the press, was adopted.
England.
London, April 90. The North German Gazette
accepts as measuring the disavowal of warllke
intentions by the French Press.
Germany.
Berlin, April l3. The Berlin Post says draft
has been completed of the bill prohibiting relig-
ous orders in Prussia except those used in nursing
the sick.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

Mr.. B. kimball, the well known dry goods deal
er in this city, is now disposing Of his large and
elegant stock Of dry goods at less than coa' This
ought to stop people from going to Boston on ac-
count of desire to obtain bargains. This is no
bogus sale, or catch penny affair, but the gentle
man means just what he says. and for the next
sixty days is determined to selto all who wish to
buy at almost the purchasers own figures. Here
is rare opportunity to purchase spring goods at
cheap prices.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
TELEGKAMSIN GENERAL.

There is a new Russian loan Of Els, 100000
wanted.
Geo. A. Cunningham of Lunenl urg, committed
suicide on Monday
A snow storm with heavy gale prevailed in
New York from midnight to nine o'clock a. m. on
Tuesday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

On q recent Sabbath, eight persons united with
the Methodist church in Watervlle. The pastor
of the church, Rev. A. w. Pottle, is on his third
year, which, according to the rules of the Confer
ence, must be his last year, although the people
there greatly regret it. The fact that the church
membership has about doubled during his admin
istration, is indicative that his labors have been
successful. Some of his friends have suggested
his name as Presiding Elder in the Readfeld dis
trct in place OF Rev. j. Colby, who retircs at the
close of this conference year.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
HAIR GOODS.

Having purchased hair goods from the bank
rupt stock of one of the largest firms in New
York. am prepared to sell switches, curls, &C..
&c., at considerable under the regular prices.
These goods cannot be procured again at such
prices where sold. Mrs. NJ. p. WEBSTER,
+tf l5S Water Street
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
FROM CALIFORNIA.
Sad Case of Starvation .

San Francisco, April 1S. A young man named
Fred Bradenburg was found dying from starva-
the city front this morning. He est stated before his
death that he crawled under the lumber nine days
ago. Other lumber had been unwittingly piled
around him, stopping his egress. lie was the SON
Of Matthias Bradenburg of No. 6, st. Charles
Place, Philadelphia, and was about eighteen years
of age.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

As will be seen by advertisement elsewhere, the
Trustees of the Insane Hospital invite sealed pro-
posals for the erection of the new chapel building,
for which an appropriation was made by the last
legislature, and brief description of which we
have given in these columns. change has been
made in the date OF receiving proposals, so that
now proposals may be sent on and after April 2lst,
to May 4th. Proposals to be sent to the Trustees,
and plans may be seen at the Treasurer's office, in
the hospital.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
DIR. BENEFITS BITTERS,

Dyspepsia, and kindred complaints, can find a
speedy cure by using DIR. BENEFITS Celebrated
Jaundice Btters, put up by J. s. johnson, oppo
site Post Office, Augusta, Me. For sale by al
druggists, apr -+eodtf
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
NORTH CAROLINA.
Naval Affairs.

Port Royal, April 10. United States figates
Worcester Plymouth and Shawmut, the iron clad
Dictator, hospital ship Pawnee and the despatch
boat Punta, arrived here from Key West to day
The frigate Colorado arrived yesterday. The en-
tire fleet is now here. All well on board.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

Washburn's Last Sensation at Granite Hall, this
evening. As this show has been here several
times before, the public need only be remind
ed of the time and place of exhibition, to ensure
full house. Its vocal and instrumental music,
wonderful gymnastic and contortion feats, dances,
trapeze performances and other attractions, al
ways fill house with the lovers Of fun. Especial
ly the startling trapeze performances of the San
yeahs are said to be wonderful.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
CONNECTICUT.
Snow Storm.

New Haven, April l3. Snow began falling
here Monday night and developed into heavy
storm this morning, with gale of wind. Snow
has fallen fast all day and late tonight. The
storm is not yet over. There is considerable
depth of snow en- the ground, although much
melted as it fell.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

The town of Unity in this State, was not COM
PEELED to raise any tax this year, they having
enough money already in their treasury to pay
their State and county taxes and all necessary ex
pendtures for town purposes. Happy town! BE
hold how good and how pleasant it is for brothers
to dwell together in LaityP'
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

A gentleman was speaking to a friend Of his on
the street, concerning the curious mistake made
at the rst spelling match in the attempt to spell
"scholars," which was the first word put out.
Eyes, / heard something about it said one of
the gentlemen, 'but how was the word spelt =
"Why, Mr.. Little spelt the word s-c-ho-l-l-a-r-s!'
"H-l! he did Z Why, he put in an h, didn't he p
was the reply. We want that fellow put in irons,
and brou pht to the next smelling school.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
RHODE ISLAND.
Arrested.

Providence, April l3. A man named A. NJ.
Iillinghast was arrested tais afternoon and taken
to Newport, where he is charged with making
brass foundry
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

Chas. A. Linnekin, at the Augusta Bleachery
on Oak street, is exhibiting all the nobby and pre-
vaing styles for spring and summer hats and
bonncts. The Bleaehery is open both day and eve-
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

A few cases Of scarlet fever have occurred at
Dix Island. Little Jennie only daughter Of D. II.
Smith Esq, resident agent, died fromthe effects of
it at two o'clock Saturday morning, after brief
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
Weather Probabilities for To. Dav.

For New England and the Middle States,
light snow, followed by threatening weather, nor
therly to westerly winds and low but rising bar
ometer.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
LEWISTON.
Obituarv.

Lewiston, April l3. Rev. Walter Foss Of
Leeds, well known Baptist clergyman, died in
his chair this morning of heart disease. He was
IS wears old
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

The danger of the use of articles the nature of
which we are unacquainted with, was practically
illustrated yesterday. A young man Of this city,
having applied hair dye to his upper lip the said
dye struck through to the skin. And as he was
afterwards seen skulking through back alleys,
etc, in the endeavor to reach home, route total
ly at variance with his usual custom, fears
tertaned as to his safety.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

Yesterday afternoon the city marshal seized
some three gallons of whskey, rum, ETC., at the
saloon of Getchell & Wiggin. The liquid COM
pound was in bottles.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

Fire.

| indianapolis, April l3 The elevator ol Rush 8,
Co., at Indianapolis was burned this morning,
with 40, 600 bushels Of grain. Several freight
loaded with grain also burned. Loss S75,-
| 600; insul ancc on the building SOS, 900.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

Will remain until Friday morning, and there be
Joined by all the members of the Cabinet except
the Attorney General. They will then proceed to
Boston.
Postal Matters.
The President to-day signed the commissions of
Bingham Conley, Postmaster at Atlanta, Ga, and
John NJ &. Parker, Postmaster al New Orleans.
The Postal Frauds.
Investigation into the mail bid frauds is pro-
crossing slowly. Frank l.. Shannell, one of the
clerks charged in criminal connection with the
mail contract frauds, surrendered himself to the
Marshal to-day and gave bonds in $4,000.
Decision.
The Solicitor of the Treasury has decided that
the Commissioner of Internal Revenue has the
ascertain whether the law is violated respecting
the affixing of stamps to such checks.
Personal.
Vice President Wilson has left for Philadelphia
to preside over the centennial meeting of the
Penn Society tomorrow.
Mail.B Bag Frauds.
Investigation of the frauds in the repair Of mail
bags at the Indianapolis depository, show that the
total amount of material purchased and labor paid
May 9th, 1874, cost him $4,076. He charged the
Post office department with, and received for the
same, SIS 44Si5, or at the rate Of about $50, 100
per year.
From about the lst of May there will be but
three mailbag repositories, instead Of fifty as at
present-one at Indianapolis, one at New York
and one at Washington, ID. c. Special Agent
Henderson will assume the whole charge of the
matter and employ the necessary workmen at sta
ted salaries, to be paid by the department One
of the workmen at each point will be placed in
charge and be empowered under direction Of Hen
derson to purchase the necessary material.
Appointment.
The President has re-apponted c. A. Shlppe
postmaster al East Greenwich, II. L.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
Aoral anb 9tate Mems.

There are now 395 inmates at the Insane Hospi-
tal-l93 males and 202 females. The necessity is
more and more felt for enlarged accommodations.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
NEW HAMPSIilikE.

Fire.
Portsmouth, April l3. The house. barn and
sheds of John NJ. Davis, this city, were burn
ed early this morning; loss, $4,000; insured. Fur
niture and cattle saved.
Held for Trial.
Concord, April l3. Wm. A. Huntress, station
agent of the Northern Railroad at Fisherville who
absconded some weeks ago, leaving his family in
destitute condition, and who was arrested in
Lowell on Friday last, was arraigned to-day on a
charge embezzling $1,000 from The Company,
and waiving examination was held in $500 for his
appearance at the circuit court in October
Snow Storms.
\ driving northeast snow storm prevails here
this evening. About two inches have already
fallen.
Manchester, April l3. A snow storm COM
mcnced here about o'clock and has continued to
the present time. Several inches have fallen.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

every family in this town knew the value OF
Renne's Magic Oil, and would keep bottle of it
on hand, to use in case of accident, we should be
happier if not a handsome people. Try this Oil.
apllf-t&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

KENNEBEC COUNTY.-n Probats Court at III
gustd, on the FOURTH Monday of March, 1878.
4 CkKTAlN INSTRUMENT purpoTting to be
n the last Will and testament OF Rebecca Harring-
ton, la e Of Haliewel in said County, deceased,
having been presented for probate:
ORDERED, That notice thereof be given three
weeks >uccessiyely prior to the fourth Monday OF
March ncAt, in the kennebe1 Journal a news
paper printed in Augusta, that all persons in
ten ested may attend at u Court of Probate then TO
be holden at Augusta, and show cause, il any, why
the said instrument should not be proved, approved
and allowed tae last will and testament OF the
said deceased.
II. X. BAKER, Judge.
Attest: CHARLES lIEwINs, Register 3wl6
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
SOUTH CAROLINA.


Charleston, April l3. The pleasure yacht Ella
Anna, containing eight excursionists, was sunk il
the har5or to-day by squal. Four Of the per.
soDs Were saved and four are missing, supposed
drowned.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
NEWS BY TELEGRAPH
TO TIL E.
Suicide OF q Boothbay Man.

Gloucester, Mass, April l3. Thomas Fuller,
employed in the fishery from this city, was found
early this morning on the door step of Peter
Grants on Front street, where he boarded, with
his throat cut lie expired Immediately after he
was found. The knife with which the deed was
done was found near him. 1t is supposed to have
been suicide. He was about 40 years of age
and belonged in Boothbay, Me. An inquest will
be held tins afternoon.
BATH.
A Meeting.
Bath April l3. An adjourned meeting of those
interested in the establishment in this city of
home for old ladies, ives held here this afternoon.
committee Of twelve was chosen to form them
selves into corporation for that purpose. Con-
siderable interested Is manifested and the project
Will TO doubt be carried through successfully.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
Cincinnati Produce Market.

CINCINNATI, April u, Ts.5,
PORK firm, at $2i 75d22 CO..
LARD-steam l5lSa; kettle, l5lag.
BULK MEATS-shoulders st; clear rib sides
lHa; clear sides ll249.
RACON-shoulders 9-9ls; clear rib sides l24
al2,. clear sides l3a.
WHiSKEY-lIl-a.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

Beware of counterfeits! Inquire for Adamson's
Botanic Cough Basam. Take no other. See that
the name of "F. w. Kinsman" is blown in the
bottle. Price 35 cts. aplf-teod&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

Charlie Kendrick, formerly of Augusta, is to
have charge of the supply store at Squirrel Island
next summer. lie is building an ice house on the
Island, in which he will place about thirty tons Of
ice, and will deliver ice, milk and groceries to the
houses Of the islanders as desired.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL.
New York Money Market.
EVENING REPoRT.

EVENING REPORT.
New York. April Is, 1919.
Money easy at 4a6 per cent. on call. Sterl-
ing exchange 1861 co days, and 1905 a1a demand.
Rates for carrying, and 3 per. cent
Custom receipts 1888 COO. Assistant Treasurer
paid out s6,0J0 in interest and $l75 500 in redemp-
lion of bonds. Gold opened at ll5'G and closed at
ll5A.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
Boston Stock List.

[Sales at the Brokers' Boarj.1
Eastern II. r., rs, a2
p. S. & +. l05
Iaconia Manfg. Co t20
At Auction.
Eastern Railroad is. 90
Pepperell Mfg. Co., 769&
Is oston Il Maine X. X. Is, 10
Eastern Railroad, WrS
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
BIDDEFORD.
More Mnle.ish Spinners,

Biddeford, April 10. The mule spinners of this
city have united in asking for higher pay. No
answer has been made to their petition yet.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

Just held in this city, were $2lo.47-a handsome
little sum to be paid into the treasury of the Au-
gusta Library. 1t has been quite spell since
that amout of money has been earned so easily.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

The Capital Guards Of this city have under con-
sideration several matters Of interest to the com
pany, which are to be acted upon at the regular
weekly meeting this evening. full attendance
is requested. We understand a change in their
dress uniform is proposed, which would give the
boys the handsomcst dress in the regiment.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
BATH.
PORTLAND.
Arrived.

Portland, April l3. Steamship Samaritan,
Captain Aird from Liverpool, arrived tonight.
Obituary.
Henry j. Ilolr, one of the city police, died TO-
night
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

A splendid car for the Maine Central paymaste r
has just been completed, and contains all modern
improvements, including sleeping apartment,
business Office, etc. The Office contains an excel
lent steel safe. The will be run all parts
Of the road, attached to regular trains. 1t was
used in this city for the first time on Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
IT. X. BAKER, JuHge
Attest: CHARLES lIEwINs, Register 3wlt
KENNEBEC COUNTY.-At Il Court Of Probate
ned az Anausta, on the fourth MoMdag Of March,

CVCFT NVHTt U TTVUutt
held al augusta, on the fourth Monday Of March,
1873.
JAMES BRIDGE, Administrator on the es-
~ tate OF James Rufus Child. late Of Au-
gusta, in sald County, deceased, having pre-
sented his first account of administration of the
estate oi S i'll deceased for allowance:
ORDERED, That notice thereof be given to all
persons Interested, by publishing copy OF this Or
journal, printed IN Augusta, that they may appear
at a Probate Court to be held at Augusta, in said
County, on the fourth Monday OF April next,
and show cause, ifany, why the same should not be
allowed Ii. X. BAKER, Judge.
true copy.
Attest; CHARLES HEwINs, Register. swl6
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tHarrte0.

In Calais, 9Th ult., e. Z. Brown of Princeton, to
Miss Alice Cottel Of Alexander.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
All Serene.

Havana, April l3. Advces from Laguayra to
the first inst. state that tranquility prevails
throughout Venzuela. 1t is reported that Venzu-
ella has presented counter claims against those OF
Holland.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

There was considerable excitement up street,
Yesterday about noon, caused by several runaway
teams scampering through Water street. The
first horse started was Ira b. Sturgis, from Bridge
street; the buggy was overturned and dragged
on its sides and hubs, creating quite hub-bub,
as once in while the carriage would strike an OBJ
staclc in the way and give jump. OF course the
progress of the horse down street was not very
rapid or furious with this incumbrance, but he
managed to run into frightcn the teams of Long
fellow & Sanborn, Major Boothby and J. P. Wy
man, and pay his respects to soap-fat mans cart
This CREASED the ways, and SO one Of the teams
went to the top of Rnes hill, but the others were
stopped before getting there. About all the dam
ages were included in the breaking Of the cross
bar and centre-piece of Sturgis' buggy. No per-
son was injured.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14


The Taxes Embraced within the Provisisus Of the
Law above Quoted are the GLOWING, viz:
RectGers, e2oo %
Dealers, retail liquor, Is 90
Dealers, Wholesale liquor, 100 %
Dealers in malt liquors, Wholesale 80 90
Dealers in malt liquors, retail, 20 90
Dealers In leaf tobacco, % 90
Ret ,it dealers in leaf tobacco, 500 90
And on sales of over Sl 900, fifty cents for
every dollar in excess OF Sly0O0. =sa5
Dealers In manufactured tobacco, 5 %
Manufacturers of stills, 80 %
And for each still manufactured, 20 90
And for each worm manufactured, 20 90
Manufacturers of tobacco, 10 90
anuiactuTers of cigars, 10 90
Peddlers OF tobacco, first class (more than
two horses or other animals) 30 90
peddlers oil tobacco second class two horses
or other animals) IS 90
Peddlers OF tobacco, third class Tone horse
or other anmal0 Is 90
peddlers of tobacco, fourth class ION foot or
public convoy ance) 10 90
3re ers of less than 500 barrels, 30 90
Brewers of 500 barrels more, 100 90
Any person, SO liable, who shall fail to comply
III the foregoing requirements will be subject 70
severe penalties
Persons or lrms liable to pay any Of the special
Taxes named above must apply to SELOEN
CONNOR, Collector of Internal Revenue - AU.
GUsTA, ana pay for and procure the Special Tax
Stamp or Stamps they need, prior to May !, 1875,
and without further notice.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14

KENNEBEC COUNTY.- PROBATE Court, at Au-
gusta on the fourth Monday Of March 1875.
A CERTAIN INSTRUMENT purporting to be tn @
~ last will and testament Of Gilbert Taggert, late
of At Vernon, in sad County, deceased, having
been presented for probate:
ORDERED, That notice thereof be given three
weeks succosslvely prior TO the fourth Monday of
April neN: in the Keunebce Journal, newspaper
printed IN Augusta, that all persons Interested
may attend at Court of Probate then to be holden
at Augusta, and show cause, if any, why the said
instrument should not be proved, approved and
allowed The last viii and testament Of the said
deceased.
*. BAKER, Judge.
Attest; CHARLES HEwIHs, Register. 3wl6
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
CROMWELL STEAMSHIP LINE
PORTLAND
NEW YORK.

The first class Steamships,
IA v"GEO. WASHINGTON" and
eIAtAgSSfssEsI "GEO. CROMWELL" !" 1000 TONS
f.sSs=-;s1zkS.sshe each; will form semi.weskly
land, every Wednesday and Saturday at 8 r. NJ.
and leaving Pier North River, New York, every
Wednesday and Saturday at4 Pm.
This line will connect at Portland with the prin
cpal Railroads and Steamboats, for the interior and
Tie ca t, and ut New York with Cromwell Steam
ship line for New Orleans and other principal lines
to the South and Southwest.
Freight taken as low as by any other direct line.
Passenger accommodations are unsurpassed.
Cabin passage. including stateroom and meals,
$3.50. -tr
steerage passage, (meals and berths incudedl
$3.50
Until further notice the "Geo. Cromwelp win be
the only steamer sailing in the line. Leaving Port
land every Saturday, and New York every Wed.
mes ay T.. NJ.
For freight or passage apply to
J.N.MAGNA, Agent.
Office ON the Wharf.
or CLARK 4 SEAMAN,
octl5-wtf So West street New York.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1875-04-14
j. W. DOUGLASS.

Commissioner OF Internal Revenue (.
OFFICE OF INTERNAL REVENUE
WASHINGTON, ID. G., Feb. l, 1878.
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