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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02
MASSACHUSETTS,.
Fire.


Lawrence, January l. Michael Cummings
dwelling house on Chestnut street, was partially
destroyed by fire at an carly hour this morning.
Three tenants in the upper part of the house,
suffered the loss of their household goods. Total
kss on building, $4,000
Lowell January l. Mayor Jewell and Alder
man Walker had an interview tonight with King
kalakaua at the Revere House, Boston. He ac-
cepted an invitation to visit Lowell, to inspect
whose manufactures he expressed great interest
No day was fixed, but it was left to the option of
the King, who is to telegraph the authorities here
Saturday. Probably next Tuesday will be the
day chosen, As the Inauguration of the new city
government on Monday will preclude his recep-
ton that day, as he was informed.
Boston, January |. Richard Baker, j., Of the
firm of Weld & Co., and one Of Boston's oldest
and wealthicst merchants died in this city this
morning.
committee of city officials of Lowell are here
to-day, and will extend the Inequalities of that
city to King Kalakaua.
The Silver Nine Excite ment..
Newburyport, January l. The silver mines
which promise to be very extensive and exceed
ingly rich, are already in law. II. T. jacques DIT ed
ed the land where the Chapman lode is to one
Adams for $3.50; Adams has bonded it to Kelly 4
Co. for 100000 and they working mire
which biologists and old miners declare to be as
rich as any in in Colorado. Now Jaques turns up
and claims that the deed was obtained from him
by fraud, misdlrecion and deception. The SUI
preme Court has granted an injunction to restrain
all conveyance oisthe property until hearing be
had.
The frequency of the late fires. has induced the
Boston Fire Underwriters Union to take steps to
remedy the evil, by preventing if possible or devils
ing means to detect the guilty parties. The move
ment has resulted in appointing Detective Bag
ley to inv estgate the origin Of all fires and report
to the committee appointed from the Union. This
irrespective of whether claims for losses are made
on the companies or not, and in event of fires, tine
causes for which are not satisfactorily explained to
the committee, the adjustment of laws 10 be sus-
pended for further investigation by the companies
Much is expected from the arrangement.
a brilliant wedding came off IN Ames bury yes
terday, between II. q. Guild Esq paymaster of
the Salisbury mills corporation, and Miss Adele
Phibrick, well-known singer in our musical CIR
cles.
An Aged Death.
Brookfeld, January l. Mrs. Adie Cooley, aged
100 years, died here to-day, on the 18th anniver-
sary of her wedding day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02

A regular meeting Of the City Council was held
on Thursday afternoon, Dec. 3lst.
Alderman Libby, from the the committee on
Fire department, on order relating to establishing
hydrant at corner of Winthrop and State Sts.,
reported that such hydrant had been established,
one half the expense to be borne by the city, and
one half by the county. The reportwa accepted.
Alderman Clapp from the committee on High
ways, with the City Solicitor, who were directed
to investigate what steps should be taken, II
any, for the acceptance of the road that leads by
the residence of Levi Hicks to the South Belfast
road, made report that the road was duly laid
out in 1859, but was duly discontinued in 1860.
The report was accepted.
Alderman Nash, from the committee on FL
nances, on petition Of Warren johnson, made
report that the city purchase the hydrant on Wat
er street. near the railroad bridge. The report
was accepted, and on motion of the same Alder
man it was
Ordered, That the mayor be requested to draw
his warrant on the appropriation for Fire Depart.
mcnt, for the sum of S75.77, in favor of Warren
johnson, the same to be compensation in full for
the hydrant located near the railroad bridge on
Water st.
Roll of Accounts No 10. amounting to Soi534
was allowed and ordered to be be paid.
SUNNI airy OF Religious Intelligence.
The Sunday Schools throughout the State gen.
orally observed the glad Christmas time.
There is very interesting state, of feeling in
regard to religious matters at Sweden. Quite
number of hopeful conversions have taken place.
from the old man down to those in the morning Of
life. A large delegation of the Young Mems
Christian Association Of Bridgton has visited the
place and held meetings on the Sabbath, which
which have been exceedingly interesting.
The Univcrsalist society OF Pittsfeld have Sc
cured the services of the Rev. Mr.. Hodgdon of
Vermont for the ensuing year.
The health of Rev. j. r. Bowler, late mission
ary Of the Baptist convention, has somewhat
improved, and it may soon be fully restor-
ed. He is supplying at Dix Island for few Sab
bath.
Rev. r. NJ Edwards is soon to be installed pas
tor of the Free Baptist church at Brunswick vii
lage.
The Free Baptists Of Houlton are striving to
purchase an organ for their church.
Rev. r. Henry Davis Of Hiram, has accepted q
call to Granville, Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02
The New Sheriff and hi. Deputies.

William II. Libby, Esq, the Ugh Sheriff elect
of Kennebec county, was yesterday qualified and
entered upon the duties of his office. Mr. Libby
was nominated by the republicans of Kennebec
without opposition, and ran ahead of his ticket at
the election. He will make splendid officer
The new Sheriff has commissioned as his Deputies
the following named gentlemen:
Isaac f. Thompson, Deputy and Tailor, Angus
ia.
George r. Stevens, Belgrade
Joseph Siphers Gardiner.
James +. Blunt, Mt. Vernon.
E. g. uller Readfeld
Thos. b. Stinchfeld, Clinton.
w. w. Edwards, Waterville.
Ezra S. Smith, Farmingdale.
~John o. Page, China.
Llewellyn Libbey, Albion.
w. S. Snow, Eitchfeld.
Albert c. Carr, Winthrop.
alattl
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KANSAS.
Brutal.

Fort Scott, December l. d. II. Hewitt was ar.
rested here yesterday for inhumanly whipping
little bound boy, six years old. On examining the
body gashes three inches long were revealed, and
scars Of previous whippings were plainly visible
lie also hung the boy up by the thumbs, allowing
his feet to barely touch the floor, and left him in
this position several hours. He was remanded to
Jail. An indignation meeting was held tonight,
and it required The utmost endeavors of the peace
ably disposed citizens to prevent the prisoner from
being mobbed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02

Montreal, January l. Another similar to
the Guibord litigation is likely to arise out of the
refusal of the Roman Catholic clergy to bury the
remains of the late victim of a murder, Augustus
Psrads, at st. Morie, in consecrated ground. The
remains are inferred for the present in uncon-
secrated portion of the cemetery.
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NOTICE is hereby given. that the subscriber has
~ been duly APPOINTED Administrator on the

NOTICE Is hereby given. that the subscriber has
~ been duly appointed Administrator on the
estate of
WILLIAM III. GODDARD. late of China,
in the County of Kennebec, deceased, Interstate,
and has undertaken that trust by giving bond as
The law directs All persons, therefore, having de.
mands against the estate of said deceased are tle-
sired to exhibit the same for settlement and all in.
debted TO said estate are requested to make imme.
date payment to JOHN Ii. BARTON.
Dec. IA, 1874. 3wI
NOTICE is hereby gwen. that the subscriber has
~ been duly appointed Administrator on the
estate of
JOSEPH WARDWELL, late OF Clinton,
in the County of Kennebec. deceased, interstate,
law directs: All pc sons, therefore, having de.
mands agai' st the estate of said deceased are de-
sired to exhibit the same for settlement: and all
indebted to said estate arc requested to make inn
mediate payment TO DAVID 5. WARDWELL.
Dec. IA, ISL. 3w
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rELEGRAMsIN GENERAL.

The residence of John Harper on 9th Avenue,
New York, was burned last night; loss about
$4,000.
The skating parks in New York and vicinity are
filed to-day.
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TENNESSEE.

Memphis, January l. A special from Helena
tod says that the steamer John B. Maude struck
a sunken barge last night at 0. X. landing, and
sunk in IL feet of water. No lives were lost.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02

The new postal law, requiring publishers to pre-
pay postage on newspapers sent from their offices,
went into effect yesterday. Papers are sent free
of postage to any part Of the county in which they
are published
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02

No union religious services tomorrow, as the
communion service will be observed by several
churches.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02

The Bangor Wing and Courier came to us yes
terday in its promised new clothes. 1t looks
bright and sparkling, and begins the new year
with full life and yipor
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02
CUBA.

Havana. January l. Captain General Concha
sion of Prince Alfonzo to the Spanish crown.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02

Several members of the Council are making an
an official visit to the State Prison. The Council
has taken recess until Tuesday, at 10 o'clock in
the forenoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02

1t is now possible to take take the morning train
from Augusta to Boston, spend one hour and q
quarter in that city, and return home the even
ing train the same day.
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NEWS BY TELEGRAPH
TO THE
9aily Kennebse aonraal.
PORTLAND.
fatal Accident.

Portland, January l. John Deehan. a Portland
truckman, was run over by jgger loaded with
molasses this morning. killing him instantly.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02

Gov Dingley is preparing his annual message.
1t will make about seven columns in the Daily
journal.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02

Capt Reuben s. Neal of Farmingdale, the new
County Commissioner, was qualified yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02
LOUISIANA.

New Orleans, January /. The grand jury have
declined to find a true bill against ex-Gov. War.
moth.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02

The usual annual resolutions were entered into
yesterday, to leave off smoking, chewing, and
kindred vices.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02
!Harrirc.

In East Vassaboro', Slst nit, By Rev. g. G. Win
slow, ARENAS 5. Arherton to Miss Clara A. Per
kins, both of Lewiston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02

Rev. J. w. Kinds of this city, will preach to-
morrow in Bangor. His pulpit here will be sup
Piled by Rev. J. o. Skinner of Waterville.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02

The Lewiston Journal says "The Council has
been in session during the year very many less
days than any previous Council for years, not
withstanding the care Of the sale of the public
lands has imposed extra labor upon the body"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02
STATE OF MAINE,

LiNCOLN ss.-SUpreWe JudtctU Court, October
Term, A. d. ls7l.
JEREMIAH r. DoNNELL AND AARON b. NoYKs,
IN Co.. OF WHITEFIELD IN THE COUNTY OF LIN
coin, PLAINTIFFS, as. ADoNIRAM j. GLIDDEN, OF
JEFFERSON, IN SAID COUNTY, DEFENDANT.
4 ND now on suggestion to the Court that said de.
N PENDANT, at the lime of the service Of the writ,
not inhabitant Of this State, and had ten
ant, agent or attorney within the Q, that his
goods or estate have been attached in this
said suit and attachment, IT Is ORDERED, that
notice OF the tendency OF this suit be given
to the said defendant, by publishing an
attested copy of this order, together with an
abstract OF The plaintiffs writ three week
sively in the state Paper, beng the kennebec Jour-
Journal, newspaper printed at Augusta, in the
County OF kennebec, the last publication to be not
less than thirty days before the next term of
this Court to be holden at Wiscasset, within and
for the County of Lincoln, the fourth Tuesday Of
April A. ID. 1875 that said defendant may then
shall see
Attest: GEO. B. SAWYER, Clerk.
(Abstract of PITS tcritJ
The writ is dated September 10. 1874 and return
able at this tenn. Entered bv Peter Dunton, Esq,
OF Jefferson. Addaunum $4,000. The declara-
ion is as follows In plea OF the case for that
he said def, AT Whlteileld, to wit: At sad Wis
casset, on the tn day of May, A. ID. 1913, by his
value received promised TO pay j. b. Donnell, In
Co., or ORDER the sum of hly-hye dollars and ff.
teen cents, on demand, with Interest,".
true copy of the order Of court with abstract OF
the writ.
3wl test:-GEO. b. SAWYER, Clerk.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02
The Hennebee 5ournal
Published Every Wednesday at Augusta, Me.
BY sPRAcUE, OWEN l. NASH.
Terms of Subscription.

Mailed to subscribers delivered by carriers
TWO DOLLARS PER ANNuM. After the expiration
OF the year. the publishers reserve the right to
charge two dollars and fifty cents.
Persons wishing the KENNEBEC JOURNAL fur
nished for any time less than one year, will have
their orders promptly attended to upon RENTING
the amount for the time desired. Papers discou-
tnued promptly when ordered, If arrearages are
paid; subscribers who do not receive their paper
regularly are requested to promptly give notice at
the office, through the mail or otherwise.
The printed addresses on papers to subscribers
Indicate the time to which payment has been
made, and constitute, In all cases, a valid receipt
for money RENTED. Thus 3Ijan6S indicates that
payment has been made to January 81 1869; 4dec
Us indicates that payment has been made to De,
cember a. 1865; and SO on.
a subscriber desiring TO change the post office
direct%n OF ms paPer must communicate re name
wise 1t is oitentimes difficult to comply with the
quest.
Agents and Correspondents.
In addition to our present corps of correspond
ents, we wish to make arrangements for an agent
and correspondent in the principal towns of the
State; and Postmasters, Town Clerks and others
who will serve us in this way, will lind their pains
duly appreciated and literally repaid. Among
other things, we wish a complete list Of Marriages,
Deaths, Fires, Accidents, &C., with other matters
of local interest IN each town.
Friends throughoutthe state are invited to CON-
municate any matters of local or general interest
which may transpre in their vicinity. No notice
Will be taken OF anonymous communications, and
rejected manuscripts will not be returned.
Rates of Advertising.
Transient Advertisements, 81 so per inch for first
week; rs cents per week for each subsequent in.
serton.
Special Notices, 90 per inch for first week; 20
cents per week for each subsequent week.
Business Notices, in reading columns, 20 cents
per line for first insertion, 10 cents per line for
each subsequent insertion.
All transient advertisements to be paid for in
advance.
The Daily Kennebec Journal
Published every morning. SUNDAYS exeeptcd)
at 81 per annum.
Advertising Agents.
The following Advertising Agents are authorized
to receive subscriptions and advertisements for
the KENNEBEC JOURNAL;
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Street.
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I. C. EVANS, l08 Washington ST.
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Street
NEW YORK :; M, PErrENGILL & Co., 81 Park
Row.
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Row.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02

DR.. EDMINsTER, Magnetic Physician and Heal
er by the laying on of hands, at Mrs. Scrutons,
one door south of Episcopal church. Magnetzed
paper to relieve pains in any part of the body SEN.
by mall or can be had at the office. Price % cts.
per package. janl-t.f
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Weather Probabilities for To. Day.

For New England and the Middle States
falling barometer, rising temperature, southwes
to northwest winds, increasing cloudiness ant
snow or sleet.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02

Yesterday afternoon, truck team drove up to
the door of Rev Mr.. Ecob's study and kindly hands
unloaded an elegant book case. valued at about
one hundred dollars, a present from Mr.. Ecob's
friends in the Granite church and society. Such
acts are the luminous spots in the pastors life
The gift was a ght token OF the love borne Mr..
Ecob by his society and the community at large.
Wherever he has labored 5 minister man, 10
help other men, he has made friends.
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Difb..

In Belgrade, 30th ult., Mrs. Caleb Rowe, aged SIS
years; 3lst ult., Mrs. Sally Rogers Page, aged So
years months. Boston papers please copy.l
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02

We are indebted to the publishers, Messrs Mas
tiers & Livermore of Hallowell, for copy CT that
indispensable household annual, "The Maine Farm
ers' Almanac" 1t has the same familiar face that
it has worn so, these many years"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02

Hollands patent improved Spool Monitor, for
use on sewing machines, and keeping the thread
in order, is found to be most complete and useful
invention. 1t may be found at Fuller & Capens.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-01-02

one door south of Episcopal church. Magnetized
paper to relieve pains in any part of the body sen.
by mail, or can be had at the office. Price % cts.
per package. janl-t,f
OVER SrocKsp.-To keep from bankruptcy
and make business lively, Mrs. Hodges offers for
the next thirty days, gift to every buyer of n
hat or bonnet, and two presents to every one
that brings customer. Bring in your friends,
and help us give away our goods dec22-dlod
MILLINERY. Being over stocked with hats and
bonnots, we have redrced the prices from Sl.1j 10
Sl.00, and so on, and shall continue to give to
every cash purchaser of a hat or bonnet, hand
some p!osent until after the holidays. All our
goods are new and arc marked down to close the
season. Ladies, call and see FOR yourselves, and
you will forget the hard times when you see how
low we are selling our goods.
Mrs. NJ. +. WEBSTER, l5S Water st.
She will also display complete assortment of
ha'r goods, Ladies Neckiies, lIankfs and other
fancy articles suitable for holiday gifts. ttf
AMAN IN RuINs-Onc of the sad,lest specta-
Giles in the world i, 4 human being shattered and
broken down by the use of ardent spirits. But the
damage MAY he lcpar red, the ruin restored to per-
fec >oundne,s, BY a cousc Of tt at most powel ful
OF all invigoa ants, DE-. Walkers Vinegar Btters.
beware oil those ionic, Oh WuCN rum Is an clc-
men. The aegIayate disease and promote decay
deco .&wiw
Try Renne's Pain killing Magic Oil for chol-
era morbus, cramp in the stomach or bowels, kid
ney difficulties, soreness of the side, lame back,
cramps of the limbs. You will find it a wonderful
cure FOR your family use. Try it sure.
dCc30 t.&wlw
THOUSANDS BAvE BEEN CHANGED by the use
Of the Peruvian syrup Ga protoNidc of iron) from
weak, sickly, suffering creatures, 10 strong,
heal, by and happy men and women, and invalids
cannot reasonably hesitate to give tia tial. For
dyspepsia and debility it is a specific.
dcc2S, t&wlw
Adamson's Vegetable Pills should be used in
connection with Adamsons Botanic Cough Bal
SAM For sale with the Balsam everywhere.
dcc30- teod&wlw
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Local anD State Mems.

Senator Morrill, left for Washington yesterday.
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A Terrible State OF Affairs.

Great excitement and distress in Augusta
Wages at the cotton mill reduced fifty per cent!
Cotton goods going down. Hundreds applying
for labor! Stores and shops closed. Demoraliza-
ton of business Total darkness on the Streets!
No more Police, Fire Department or Daily paper
wanted Real estate offered at fifty per cent. less
than valuation, or in exchange, on liberal terms,
for stock in the Protective Union Association at
the north end Four hundred and ninety nine
grocery and provision dealers, printers, druggists
harness makers, jewellers, hotel keepers, &c. who
short time since "lived on oysters and other
Injuries, dressed in broadcloths and silks" but
are now applying to the above named association
for relief and assistance, and Offering their services
as overseers or common aborers the above
terms. For further particulars apply at the office
of the P. U. A., near cotton factory, and present
your ticket. 49, OPERATIVE.
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The County Commissioners have settled their
annual account with the County Treasurer, Hon.
Alanson Starks. His account amounted TO $685.
go 75 every cent of which is accounted for, every
bill and voucher properly filed and in its appro.
pirate place. and everything so arranged as to be
seen at once and fully understood. How much
of suspicion, dstrust and litigation might be pre-
vented by such carefulness i'll business matters.
A local correspondent ventures the assertion
that if every man and woman should keep their
accountsas correctly as Mr. Starks, it would be the
hardest blow the lawyers ever received.
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Of tho City Council.

ITO be commissioned when the Legislature ad
journs OF which he is a member.
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NOTICE is hereby given, that the subscriber
~ has been duly appointed Executor of the last
will and testament of
RACHEL 5. SWANTON, late of Hal!owell,
in the County of Kennebec, deceased, testatc.
and has undertaken that trust by giving bond as
the law directs Ali persons, therefore, having
demands against the estate of said deceased, are
desired to exhibit the same for settlements and all
indebted to said estate are requested to make i'm.
mediate payment to EZRA s. SMITH.
Dec. II, ls74. 3wl
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NOTICE is hereby given, that the subscriber has
~ been duly appointed Administrator on the es-

JOHN BEEMAN, late of Hallowejl
IN the county ofKennebec, deceased, interstate, and
has undertaken that trust by giving bond as the
law directs: All persons. therefore, having de-
mands against the estate of said deceased are de-
sired to exhibit the for settlement and all in
debted to said estate are requested to make imme.
diate payment to JUSTIN Z. SMITH.
Dec. IL, 1874. 3Wl
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NOTICE Is hereby given, that the subscriber has
~ been duly appointed Administrator on the
estate of
NATHAN OLIVER, late of Augusta,
in the County of kennebec deceased, nlestate, and
has undertaken that trust by giving bond az the
law directs: All persons, therefore, having de.
mands against the estate of said deceased are de-
sired to exhibit the same for settlement; and all
indebted to said estate are requested to make inn
mediate payment to c. ARNOLD SMITH.
Dec. Ii. 1874.
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London, January l. Mrs. Motley. wife Of J.
Iothrop Motley, the historian, is dead.