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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17
NEWS BY TELEGRAPH
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Daily Kennebee journal.
BANGOR.
Opening Spelling Match.
Bangor Claims the Championship
in photography.
Tue Queen City SpelIomaniacs Seriously
Infected.

THREE MAIDEN MARYs TAKE THE PK1zEs.
Bangor, April l6. This evening our first spell
ing match was held in Norombega Hall, for the
benefit of the Home for Aged Women. An i'm
mcnse crowd was in attendance and over 1000
words were spelled by about eighty citizens, Ia
dies and gentlemen, tae two sides being led re-
spechvely by Mayor Laughton and the Rev. Arth-
ur May Knapp. The words were given out by
Professor Paine, and the severe test showed that
orthographicaly Bangor is the champion town OF
the state.
The three prizes were taken by Miss Mary
Crosby, Miss Mary Bartlett and Miss Mary Snow
Fire.
Bangor, April l6. A fire broke out in the build
ings on the Cyrus Emery place in IIampden, at
O'Clock this morning. house and ell, occupied
by two families; a barn with three horses and sew
eral head Of cattle were destroyed by the flames =;
loss, between $4,000 and $4,000
A Drowth in the Rum Shops.
Sheriff Jerrard has to-day informed the hotel
keepers and apothecaries Of the city that the law
against liquor selling is to be vigorously enforced.
In consequence the bars of the hotels have been
closed and the druggists have promised compli-
ance. All liquors for medicinal purposes must
hereafter be obtained at the city agency.
Rain Storm.
heavy rainstorm commenced falling here at
II o'clock tonight
PenObscOt River open to Navigation.
The jams OF ice in the Penobscot passed
through Crosby's Narrows, to-day, and at five
O'Clock the entire mass was moving past Winter.
port. Tne steamer Cambridge leaves Winterport
tomorrow, on her first return trip to Boston. 1t
Is hoped the steamer katahdin will get ont of Bel
last so as to reach this city by Sunday. She will
then leave for Boston on Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

j. L. Stoddard, ESQ., Deputy Collector of Inter
nal Revenue for this District, will call upon tax
payers next week, and the week following, at the
places and on the days as follows:
Wiscssset, (at the Custom House, Monday,
April 10. ,..
Damariscotta, Eat the Maine Hotel,) Tuesday
and Wednesd ay, April 20 and q.
Waldoboro', lat the Custom House, Thursday,
April %.
Watervle, Cat the office of f. F. Webb. ESQ.,
Friday, April %.
Fairfield, Cat the Fairfield House,) Saturday,
April "a.
Skowhegan, lat the Turner House, Monday ?.
NJ, Tuesday and Wednesday, April 26, p and D.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

PORTLAND.
Drowned.

Portland April l6. son of (. A. Badger of
Windham, aged l6 years, was drowned in Pre-
sumpscot river, Wednesday afternoon, while on a
cunning excursion, by the upsetting Of the boat
while firing gun His companion, who fired the
gun, was rescued.
That Rascal Pat.
Patsy Cochrane Of Gorham, was tried and fined
before our municipal court, to-day, for firing a
pistol shot through neighbor's door
The Will of Seth Tisdale.
The will of the late Seth Tisdale, of Ellsworth
after providing literally for family and friends,
gives $4,000 for fund to be called the "Tisdale
fund.-" for the purpose of assisting needy young
persons Of both sexes, the trustees TO invest the
principal and loan the interest in sums not exceed
ing $500 to deserving persons for educational pur
poses No limit OF residence or age is made
The trustees are Jasmes II. Chamberlain of Ellis
worth, and Rufus H. Huxley of Portland.
state Fair.
The City Council tonight voted to give Pre-
sumpscot Park Association So 900 towards paying
the expenses of the State Fair; also voted the free
use of City Hall.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

The city marshal has seized nine gallons OF
rum and whiskey at Jim Morangs, little shanty
on Water street, near the railroad bridge. A
quantity of liquor was also seized, that Sc
GREETED on back street, in charge of couple
of women 1t was evidently intended for sale,
but the women loudly protested to the contrary,
and didn't want their names put in the paper. In
Difference to their sex we omit their names, in
hopes that in the future they may become the
guardians Of spirits more BETTING their gender.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17
DifD.

In this city, 10th inst, Mrs. Mary S. True, wife
of the late Aaron True of Litchiied, aged IS years
Funeral at the house OF Judge True, on Sewall
street, Sunday afternoon at O'Clock,
In Rocklan 10th inst, Melinda A.. youngest
daught OF Eliza, and the late Charles ThorndIke
aged - years, q months.
In So Thomaston, 10th inst, Mrs. Mary, wife OF
John Rogers, aged "a years.
In Thomas ton, nth int. Miss Olive Rose, aged
81 years 18th inst, Nathan S. Miller, aged IS years
5 ms nihs and % days.
In ST. George, nth inst, Eliza H. Wall. aged IS
years, ! months and &c days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

DIR. J. Q. Webster of Lynn, Mass has bought
of DR.. Brickett, one-half of the house on state
street, next to the old Cushnoc House, and, we
understand, will remove to this city, and engage
in the practice of medicine. DR.. Webster is ma
tive of Augusta, and formerly resided here. For
. few years past he has been in the successful
practice Of medicine at Lynn, Mass, and returns
here because the sea air disagrecs with his health
and that of his family.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

The circumstance Of China having exacted sub
missive acknowledgements from the Lew Chew
Islanders which is yet unexplained, adds to the
feeling of indignation against that Empire. Tn,
Lew Chewans concerned have arrived in Yeddo
in obedience to government summons. The case
is now undergoing investigation.
From Hong Kong.
Hong Kong, March Is.
Particulars have been received Of the fight in
Form osa between the savages and Chinese. Two
Chinese officers, in Jan. last ventured to enter q
place occupied wholly by savages, and were i'm
mediately killed. 200 troops were sent to negoti-
ate. They burned one village and put the inhab-
tants to death, including old men, women and
children. On their return they were surrounded
and routed, with loss of so killed, including the
leaders. The affair caused much excitement in
China and there are rumors that large forces arc
to be despatched to the scene.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17
1RarrieD.

In this city 18th inst, by r. W. Black, ESD Fred
X Sawyer to Miss Elvira LYON; l4th inst, Leander
Macoy 10 Miss Lizzie A. White, all of Augusta,
In RocA Ind, l7th ult. Ninal V. Messer and Rose
L. Ro.Il both OF Appleton 81 inst. Lyman X.
Burket to t.uma +. Fossett, both of Union 9Th
James simmons To Miss Sarah Slower
In St. George, 21t ult., Alfred Marshall TO Han
nah Eliza Hupper.
In Waidoboro', 2ist ult,, John W. Mink 10 Miss
Eveline j. Overlook both OF Waldoboro': 9th inst
WIN. A. Engey OF Waldoboro to Miss Elitha NJ.
DelAnO OF Warren.
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Howes & Cushing's United States Circus and
Trained Lions, are to make tour of the United
States this season, and will exhibit in Augusta.
This is the first American establishment Of the
kind that ever visited Europe, and was received
with great favor there. 1t is fully equipped for
the campaign this season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17
WASHINGTON.
Notice to Mariners.

Washington April Is. The Lighthouse hoard
give notice that on and after April 70 there VIII
be sounded during thick and foggy weather, at
dumping Rsck station, Buzzard's Bay, Mass,
toy bell struck by machinery, giving two blows in
quick succession, alternately with a single blow
at intervals of &c seconds. similar bell is also
to be sounded at Nebesque Point, north side of
entrance to Woods Hole Mass
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17
RHODE ISLAND.
Political.

Providence, April I6. The second trial in this
city, to elect senator aud representatives to
the General Assembly, resulted in choice Of the
regular rep. ticket. supported by the liquor league,
by IS maj. This probably secures the election of
Lpptt to the Office of Gov, and the repeal Of the
prohibitory and State constabulary law. Several
arrests were made for bribery and illegal voting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

Jason NJ. Carleton, Esq. Of Whi,efed, "the
original and only" arenging s,oord, after practising
law in that place for twenty nine years, has re-
moved to Portland. Jason is nothing except he
rules the roost and is at the top of the heap. His
political power, welded so despotcally for many
years in Whitefeld, having departed, he thought
he might as we'll leave also.
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PENNSYLv ANA.
Found Dead.

Philadelphia, April lG. Carl Englehoher, q
German lawyer, was found dead in his house this
morning, under mysterious circumstances. The
police are engaged in an investigation to ascertain
whether the is one Of murder or suicide
Englehotier's wife has disappeared
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17
Cut thi. Quilt may save Your Lac.

There is no person but what suffers more or less
with Lung Disease, Coughs, Colds or Consumption
vet some would die rather than pay IS cents for
bottle of medicine that would cure them. DIR. A.
Boschee's CT rman Syrup has lately been intro
derous cures astonsh every one that try it. II
you doubt what we say in print, eat this out and
take 1t to your Druggist H. 7. Fuller and Partridge
it, or regular size for rs cents. G. G. GREEN,
Sole Manufacturer, Woodbury., N. j. w. r.
Phillips & Co., wholesale agents, Portland, Me.
oct2I- tTTASAWly
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

Mrs. True, mother of Judge True, died yester-
day morning, at the residence of her son in this
city She had resided in Brunswick for three
years, in order to be with her son Horace, who is
in the graduating class at Bowdoin College, but
she came to this city on account of failing health,
several weeks since.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

At the late spelling match in Pennington, one
Of the professional men, with an eye to puzzling
some poor mortal, presented the spelling master
with the word "surcinge," saying "some one
will have to sit down on that word" Imagine
the worthy doctors feelings when he was that
"poor mortal" The word was given TO him, and
he began CIR" "Next" was the reply.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

The adjourned meeting Of the legal voters in
the village school district is to be held at the high
school room this afternoon, at two o'clock The
proposition for the district to furnish free text
books, to raise money for ordinary school purposes
and other matters, will come before the meeting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17
Assuming Authority.

Considerable excitement prevails among the
colored element in Charleston caused by rumor
that Bui"n, the mulatto policeman who when
be pardoned by the colored Lieut. Governor
Gleaves, taking advantage of the absence of Gov
ernor Chamberlain who has gone to the Lexng-
ton Centennial. Burch to have been hung
last week, but was respted one week by Governor
Chamberlain.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17
NEW HAM SHlKE.
Religious.

Nashua, April l6. Rev. II. NJ. Kelsey, one of
the ablest members of the New Hampshire Meth
odst Episcopal Conference, stationed here for the
last two years, has received unanimous call to
the Congregational Church at Hollis and will un-
acubtediy accept
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

Cincinnati. April lG, 1875.
P0RK-irm, a; ~ 2Oa22 25-
LARI,-stehm 15bah kettle, l5lsaa.
BULK MEATS-shoulders stSqk clear rib sides
l Ens. clear sides l2a,2
Professionalism 81, a: clear rib sides l2l3
al2 clear sides l3a.
WfflSKEY-1I2-6.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

STOP THAT CoUGHi--We have, during the las
year sold large qua ntities of DIR. MORRIS SYRUP
it to be the very best medicine in use for coughs,
colds, sore throat, hoarseness, asthma and all dis
eases of the throat lungs and chest, leading 10
consumption. 1t cures Group In a lew minutes.
and is the best known remedy for whooping cough.
contains no opium, and is pleasant to take. Cough
with paroxysms which threaten to choke them. ind
sure and speedy relief in its Trial size 10
cents. Cali and inquire about it of Partridge Bros.
or l.. II. Titcomb in Augusta, or w. X. Ballard.
Haliowell. Morris h Heritage, Philadelphia, Pro-
prletors. octl7-te0dly
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

The painters are very busy now in this city;
many Of the houses in town arc being
thoroughly repaired outside and in
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17
HALIFA X.
Fire.

Halifax, April 10. The loss by the fire at Liv-
erpool, n. S., Wednesday, is estimated at S2o,-
600; Two of the buildings destroyed were owned
was little insurance on the stock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17
Just Opened,

Spring millinery at Mrs. NJ. z. Webster's, l5s
Water ST. A large assortment of new and de-
srable spring styles. OUR OPENING is TO be soon,
and will be the best we have ever had.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17
BRUNSWICK.

Brunswick, April is. The Androscoggin river
is clear of ice at this point. Broken ice has been
coming down from above for some days, but there
are no longer any fears of an ice freshe,.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

The Pembroke High and Grammar school chal-
lenges any High or Grammer school in Washing
ton county for a spelling match.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17
OHIO.
Fire.

Columbus April l6. The extensive paper mills
of Yeaton < Anderson, on French street, were
destroyed by fire shortly before midnight, last
night. Loss not ascertained.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

DR.. r. l.. Grindle, lie member of the last
legislature, recently addressed large and enthu
sastic temperance meeting at Bar Harbor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

Mrs. Webster has just opened large assort-
ment Of spring millinery, preparatory to the more
important opening which will soon take place.
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IOUlSlAN Ma.

New Orleans April l6. In the handicap hur-
die race, miles, 8 hurdles, Tom Leathers won by
length. Limestone second and Bob Britton
third. Time 347 10 This is the fastest time on
record
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17
Weather Probabilities Tor To-Day.

For New England and the Middle States,
decidedly colder and partly cloudy weather, with
northerly to westerly Winds rising barometer and
Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

NJ OTICE is hereby given, that the subscriber has
~ been duly appointed Administrator on the
estate of
ALONZO HAMILTON, late of Augusta,
in the County of Kennebec, decease d, intestate,
and has undertaken that trust by giving bond 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 requested to m AXE i'm.
mediate payment to ERASTCS d. HAMIL TON.
Mar. g. 1878, 3WlG
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Exeter, April l6. A curious accident happened
here to-day David +. lIawes, IA years DID, was
riding in a wagon with barrel of vinegar, when
the horse took fright, upsetting the wagon and
throwing the lad and the vinegar against a tree in
such way as to break both the lads legs above
the knee.
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EnGlan d.
FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL.
New York Money Mark
EVENING Report

EVENING Report
New York. April IL. 1873.
Money was easy at ia2 per cent. on call. Sterl-
ing exchange 1861 for 60 days, and 400 for demand.
Rates for carrying, 2, and ; per cent
Custom receipts, 1914 COO. Assistant Treasurer
paid out S4 90 in interest and S35 500 in redemp
tion of bonds Gold opened at 1855 and closed at
llj]s.
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SOUTH CAROLINA.
The GallOWs.

Charleston, April l6. Scipio Bryan and Elijah
to-day for the double crime of murder and arson,
in June, 1874. The executions were witnessed by
about 5000 colored people. Both murderers made
q full confession
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

Bishop Andrews, who will preside at the confer
ence to be held in Bath, next month, is expected
in this city before the session. and will preach at
the Methodist church the first Sabbath in May.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

Narragansett Collars are the only ones made
with folded edges all around. All first class fur
nishing stores have them. Geo. NJ. Glazier, Bos-
ton, selling agent.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

There will be q meeting Of the Reform club this
Saturday evening, IN Meonian Hall A cordial
invitation is extended to all to attend
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MINNESOTA.
Gi1icsho

St. Paul. April l6. The wife of Dr. e. e. Hg-
bee, well known physician of this place. com
mitted suicide, this evening, by taking dose of
strychnine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17
of Liver Complaint. and of
snme of the Diseases produced by II.

A sallow or yellow color of skin, or yellowish
brown spots on face and other parts of body dull
ness and drowsness with frequent headache; dir
illness, bitter or bad taste in mouth, dryness of
throat and internal heat palptation; in many ca
ses dry, teasing congh, with sore throat; I'M
steady appetite, raising food, choking sensation in
throat distress, heaviness, bloated full feeling
about the stomach and sides, pain in sides, back
or breast, and about shoulders; collie, pain and
soreness through bowels, with heat: constipation
alternating with frequent attack. of darrhoes;
piles tlatulencc, nervousness, GOODNESS of extrem
tiles rush Of blood to head, with symptoms of ap
opleSy, numbness of limbs. especially at night;
cold chills alternating with hot flashes, kidney and
urinary difficulties; dizziness, low spirits, unsocia-
bility ane gloomy forebodngs. Only few of above
symptoms are likely to be present at one time.
All who use DR.. Pierce's Alt, Ext, or golden Med
zeal Discovery and Pleasant Pugative Pellets for
Liver Complaint and its complications, are loud
in their praise OF them. They sold by all deal
ers in medicines apll. -teod&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

Hon. James II. MCMILLAN of Biddeford,
has subscribed for 100000 worth of
stock in the new Lockwood Company Of Water
vile.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

We learn that Rev. c. B. Peckham will supply
the Free Baptist church in IIallowell for the
present.
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WISCONSIN,.
Fire.

Milwaukee, April Is. fire occurred at She
boygan, yesterday; destroyed Croker. Bliss &
Co.'S chair sactory; loss, S73 900.
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NJ OTICE is hereby given, that the subscriber has
~ been duly appointed Administrative on the

JOSIAH C. ESTES, late of China,
in the county of Kennebec deceased, interstate, and
has undertaken that trust by giving bond the law
directs All persons, therefore, having demands
against the estate of said deceased desired to
exhibit the same for settlement; and all indebted
to said estate requested to make immediate
payment to ELIZA K. ESTES.
Mar. -, 1875. Swl8
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Government Of the City of Augusta.

VI TIC wy Va <Au8ussus
The following is list Of the Mayors of Angus
ia, from the time of its incorporation as city in
1850, to the present period;
lS50-Alfred Redington, Democrat.
lS5l-Alfred Redington, Democrat.
lSj2-John A. Pettengi Wing.
lS53-John A. Pettengl, Wing.
lS54-Samuel Cony, Republican.
lS55-Joseph w. Patterson, Republican.
lS56-Albert G. Dole, Democrat.
. lS57-James w. North, Republican.
l858-James w. North "
lS59-James W. North
lS60-James w. North, "
lS6l-Sylvanus Caldwell, ."
lS62-Sylvanus Caldwell, "
lS63-William T. johnson, 60
lS64-Sylvanus Caldwell, "
lS65-Joseph w. Patterson, %
lS66-Sylvanus Caldwell,
l867-Joseph w. Patterson,
lS6S-Danel Williams, Democrat.
lS69-Samuel Titcomb, Republican.
lS70-Samuel Titcomb, "
lS7l-Joseph J. Eveleth ."
lS72-Joscph j. Eveeth, "
lS13-James w. North b"
lS74-James w. North, "
lS75-Daniel a. Cony "
The republicans have been in power twenty
years, the democrat, four years, and the wings
two years. Hon. James W. North has held the
Office Of Mayor six years, Hon. Sylvanus Caldwell
four years, and Hon. Joseph w. Patterson three
years Of the above list. the following have died
Alfred Redington, John A. Pettergill Samuel
Cony.
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GARDINER.
A Spelling Match at Johnson Hall.
Rev. Mr.. Park the Winner.

Gardiner, April l6. The spelling school cpl
demic has at last reached this city. At match
held in johnson Hall tonight, Rev. A. l.. Park
won the prize, Worcesters dictionary. The hall
was well filled, notwithstanding the rain. The
proceeds of the evening will be given to the Con-
gregational Church, of which the Rev. Mr. Park
is pastor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

A cold northeast rain storm began here yester-
day A rise in the river can possibly do dam
age now.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

Miss Lizzie A. Thorndike much loved teach
er in Rockland, graduate of the high school in
that city, class 1866, died this week, deeply re-
GREETED
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CUBA.
Movements Against the Patriots
Valmaseda at his little Plans.

Havana. April To- The sixth battalion of in
fantry and the second battery of Artillery of Ila-
vanna Volunteers left this morning for the jurs-
diction of Colon and Cienfuigos, where they will
be devided into small detachments to protect the
plantations.
The authorities say that the work of the whole
sale destruct ion of plantations has been stopped;
but the Insurgents may burn some isolated plac-
e,. The country people indignant against the
rebels for destroying small settlements inhabited
by poor people.
Captain General Valmascda continues 10 perfect
his plan for driving the insurgents back over the
Trocha.
The sugar crop for the present year is finished
in the Cinco Villas district and ON most of the
plantations in the western department.
The journals report the San Jose and Cometa
plantations in Cienfuigos jurisdiction burned by
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-04-17

The ice has not yet left Merrymeeting Bay, at
which place it was unusually thick, but the rain
now falling cannot fail to drive it out.