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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06
MASSACHUSETTS,.
Marine News.

Boston, April 5. Schooner Ida Bell, with cargo
of ice from Hamilton Island for New York, went
ashore on the east side Of Cape Cod, Tuesday
night; vessel and cargo total loss. Crew all
saved except the mate, who was lost. lie be-
longed in East Hampton, l.. |.
A large unknown brig, with loss of fore mast
and with jury mast rugged, was seen on Wednes-
day at anchor off Marblehead.
A lot of wrecked stuff was washed ashore on
Cape Cod, which leads to suspicion that an oys
ter vessel was lost at that point in the storm.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06
7. o. of g. r..

There viii be a Especial" business meeting Oft e
above named order on Friday evening, April III
at 7.SO O'clock, at the Lodge Room in Darby Block.
A full attendance Ia desired. "Rcgul4r' meeting
Tuesday evi ming April 18th. Per order
LA. EDMINsrER. W. c. T.
G. e. MCLAUGHLIN, Secretary. api6-t2t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

Mr.. John l.. Allen of this city, has shown us a
couple of centennial relics. One is receipt that
explains ITSELF given to his grandfather, Mr..
Phinehas Allen, and reads as follows
"Easton, (Mass.) July 9Th, l776. Received of
Mr.. Phinehas Allen three pounds, in order to raise
men for the Continental armie, now raiseing for
New Yorke. Received by me,
JOSIAH KEITH, Capt"
The other document is dated the 10th Aug. 177S,
and warns Sergeant Allen to appear at Nathan
Aliens, innholder, armed and equipped as sold
Ter, Ito due dute in the service" In 1919, Mr.
Allen settled in No. 80, now Pettengill's corner,
Augusta, and ON the old homestead his two grand
sons reside-Joscph X. Allen and John l.. Allen.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

We take pleasure in calling attention to the ad-
yertisement of Mr.. S. p. Plummer, who is again
in business for himself, in Eureka block in the
large and convenient store recently occupied by
Messrs. A. Shaw 4 Co. Mr.. Plummer has been
in trade twenty years, and is thoroughly CONVEX
SAINT with all matters pertaining to the grocery
business. We have no doubt that in his new place
of business he will draw around him many of his
old friends and patrons.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

We refer our readers to the advertisement of
DIR. c. T. Norcross of Bangor, well known in this
vicinity, who is to be at Manchester for few
weeks. In the treatment Of cancers, tumors,
scrofula, and ell kindred diseases, the Doctor is
eminently successful and some of our citizens
NAV find it for their interest to consult him during
his brief stay at the adjoining town of Manches-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06
STATE NEWS.

The East Cornth correspondent of the Bangor
Wing writes A son of Chas. Hodsdon, Esq, of
this town, while handling loaded pistol a few
days ago, accidentally discharged it, the ball enter
ing his right hand just below the annular lisament,
passing between the tendons beneath, and lodging
in the arm three inches above the wrist, making
fearful wound. The young man was attending
the academy here at the time and will lose several
weeks school on account OF it.
The Press says that the incorporators met in
Portland on Tuesday noon at one O'Clock and Or
gained the Maine State Temperance Camp Meet
ing Association. The ASSOCIATION organized by
the choice of o. b. Chadbourne of Saco, as Pres-
dent; and A. Littls Of this city as Secretary. A
committee of five were appointed by the chair to
draft constitution and bylaws and report at a
future meeting. This committee consisted of Nell
son Dngey, Jr., T.. +. harrington, A. Little, o.
b. Chadbourne and Neal Dow. This committee
will call a meeting in few days to report, and to
complete the organization. The object of this
Association is to hold camp meetings In different
parts of the State during the summer season. In.
teresting remarks were made by several gentle
men present.
alyss on Tuesday evening. He was one of the
oldest and best known citizens Of the place. His
age was IS years.
The PASSPORT correspondent of Lewiston Jour
nal writes: Business has been rather quiet with
us the past month two; before that the catch of
ring could be taken now as they were in Deem
Der it would be golden harvest, not only to our
hardy fisherman, but to hundreds who come here
from Cape Ann and other places for their bank
fishing bait.--Colds have been quite prevalent
with us this winter; with this exception it has
been general time of health.-The town at the
annual meeting voted literally in favor of our
Down East Centennial, that the Post Roach
Grand Army of the Republic are going to get up
for us on the next 4th of July.
They are going to do novel things in Aroostook
for the Centennial. They are getting out large
sticks of birch timber, boards and other wooden
things to show how they can do things. Hon. Mr..
McAdam of New Brunswick, has q birch tree
measuring #. inches in diameter. II has been
called the "King of Eel Rive"
The common council of Portland have recon-
mended an appropriation of $4,000 for proper
celebration Of Fourth of July.
Rev. G. T. Packard of Bangor, has recently
completed an historical sketch of Bowdoin Col
lege, which it is expected will appear in the COM
ing issue of Scribner's Monthly.
Mr.. Taintor of Lewiston, has made an engage
ment to hold temperance reform meetings in New
Hampshire and Vermont for three weeks.
The Lisbon reform clubs to celebrate its ami
versary ON Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

Cobbossee Lodge, l. o. G.. T., Of Manche ster,
is at present il very hourishing condition. New
embers are being admitted at nearly every
meeting. Some Of the members live away dis
lance of six miles, but are always present unless
the weather and travelling prevent.
The lodge will hold public meeting at the town
hall, Manchester, Friday evening, April IA; if
stormy to be postponed one week. Exercises will
consist of singing, original composition declama-
tons, &c. Alden Baker Of Gardiner and other
public speakers are expected.
The water in the Cobbosseecontee pond is high
er than was ever before known the dam at the
outlet being completely covered with the immense
volume of water rushing overit. the bridge
across the stream the water runs over the road to
the depth of two feet, making it difficult and even
dangerous to pass. Fears are entertained that the
dam will not stand the great pressure that is upon
it.
Hay buyers are quite plenty this spring. Hay
at the barn is worth from ten to fourteen dollars
a ton as to ouality
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06
KOCkLAN ID.
Court Matters.

Rockland, April 5. The S j. Court adjourned
this p M, after session of twenty days. a large
number of liquor cases have been disposed of this
week, some going to the Law court, on demurrer,
and in others fines and costs have been paid on
judgment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06
Pl)KTLAN
Illegal Arrest.

Portland, April 5. At hearing last evening
before Judge Symonds, Benjamin Willis was dis
charged ON the ground that arrestng man in
strange city, when he showed no signs of insanity
dangerous to the public, was illegal and unwar-
ranted.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

T. o. Pease, mason and plasterer, woald be glad
to do work for all requiring his services. Apply
at his house on Green street, or at the Reform
Club room. aprl-tlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06
BIDDEFORD.
Heavy Surf at Old Orchard.

Biddeford, April ). The surf at Old Orchard is
rolling in heavy, and the tides are the highest ever
known. Owners of summer cottages, residing
here, have been notified that there is great danger
OF their houses being washed away.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

A petition, which has been signed by large
number of our citizens, is in circulation asking
for the pardon of William Britt of this city, who
is in the State Prison for breaking and entering,
committed for four years, and has served on. fiji
teen months of his sentence.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

Mr.. Charles II. White, the popular trader on the
east side Of the river, has purchased OF the heirs
of the late Mrs. Ingraham, the old homestead for
merly belonging to the Rev. j. II. lngraham
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

Capt. Whittemore, brother of Maj. Whitsemore,
commandant of the L. S. Arsenal in this city, who
with his wife has been spending the winter with
his brother here will leave on the noon train to-
day, to join his command. lie is Captain of the
10th Inf. u. S. A.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

This evening the comrades of Seth Wlihams
Post, G. A. r., propose holding camp hre' 10
which their friends will be invited. A short play
will be presented, together with other literary e1-
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lSANtst)ls.
Snow Storm.

Bangor, April ). Snow fell IN this city last
night and this morning TO 6epth of eight inches.
This mornings Pullman train VA, about u hours
late.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06
EASTI'Uk T.
Heavy Storm.

Eastpo,t April ). The heaviest snow storm Of
the season, to-day, which dlifted badly There i.
four to five feet in places.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06
LEWISTON.
Snow Storm.

Lewiston, April ). A snow storm commenced
Monday night and continued till this morning.
Quite DEPOSIT of snow fell, which dlf;ed badly
and makes travelling very bad.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06
Cincinnati Produce Market:


PORK-t23 co I23 co.
LARD-steam l3Aal3I kettle. 14h s14S.
BULK MEATS-shOulders Skek clear RIB sIdes
l2-d- clear sides g2k-.
BACON-shoulders 9A9 clear rib sides "a
a.; clear sides 1874 913a.
WHISKEY-l061.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

The Universalst seciable will meet this (Thurs-
day. evening, with Mrs. Chester ii. Weber,
corner Chapel and Weston streets. Supper at I
O'clOck.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

The Baptist sociable will meet this evening, in
the vestry Of the church. cordial invitation is
extended 10 the friends of the church and society.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

Central Fish Market appears at the front to-day,
and Moulton is astonishing the natives" in his
sales of choice fish of all kinds, clans, &C. His
market is a model of neatness in all its arrange
ments.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06
New York Money Market.
EVENING REPORT.

New York. April 5. 1915.
Money closed at per cent after loaning at 3a5
per cent. Foreign exchange quiet at 1864
Az for bankers long and 4s9hax for demand.
Gold opened at ll2x and closed at ll2x. Carrying
rates were 2, 8, 2k, and per cent Custom re-
ceipts $4,000.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

Many thorough improvements were made on
Cushnoc Height the past season; among them may
be mentioned On Northern avenue a new stable
was erected by the Sprague Company; new tene-
ment finished off in Fuibush's block; new stable
butt by James G. Shaw; new meeting house
erected by the First Christian church and society
H. X Choate, Esq, enlarged his house and other
wise improved it, on Washington street new
house has been built by Mr.. Fish. and on Oxford
street ne W stable by Mr.. \. c. Ilsllet.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06
NEWS BY TELEGRAPH
TO rHE----
9aily Kennehef 5onsnal.
MACHIAS.
Marine Disaster.

Machias, April ). The schooner Helen J. lIo,-
way, owned by Vim. A. Chadwick. 1Iolway, Low
ell, Nash, and others, recently lost near Long
Island n. Y. Lafayette Thompson Of Machias-'
port, the mate and four men were lost.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

good, productive hens time is now worth one
cent ndstwo-thirds per day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

Pure maple syrup is being pedded in this com
munty for 81 so per gallon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06
SAC,).
Fire.

Biideford, April 5. The grocery store of Sim
on Millikcn, in Saco, was burned last night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

Have you scent he first aock Of wild geese ard
where is Hills robin?
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

People were yesterday skating round on seigbs.
About eight inches Of the beautiful snow fl.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06
FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL.
Boston STOCK List.

Boston stock List.
Boston, April 5, 1873.
[Sales at the Brokers' Board.I
Eastern Railroad l2-aI2-
Boston h Maine railroad l0OkallOk
Portland. Saco 4 Portsmouth a.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

The trustees of the State College met st the
Ccllcre at Ororo. yesterday forenoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

Weather Probabilities for To-day.
For the Middle and New England States,
diminishing northeast, shifting to cooler westerly
winds, stationary barometer and temperature with
cloudy weather.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

AT the regular meeting, on Monday evening, of
the Atlantic Engine Company, the foreman ex-
tended an invitation to the memsers of the COM
pany in behalf of the ladies' to meet in their hall,
Tuesday evening, to partake Of an oyster supper,
provided for them by the ladies. A goodly num-
Der met and were served most bountfully. After
supper the tables were cleared, and good social
time was enjoyed for an hour or more. The COM
pany then broke up with many wishes that the &C.
casion might be often repeated.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06
Local AMI State Nems.

Fast day two weeks from to-day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06
rELEGKAMs IN GENERAL.

The Alpine House, at Gorham, n H., is to
rebuilt Work will commenced at once.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

transfer the Indian bureau from the Interior to
he War Department.
Mr.. Sparks of Ills, spoke in favor of the bill,
and quoted from the testimony Of Gen. Sherman
and other officers of high rank. in favor If The
transfer in the interest of economy and peace.
MI. Cox opposed the bill.
The committee then rose.
Mr.. Mills Of Texas, introduced bill relative TO
the rank of naval officers.
Referred.
The House at 4 80 took recess until 30.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-06

The snow storm of Tuesday night blocked up
the railroad track. The early train that LEFT here
for the east yesterday morning at 6, reached Bos-
ton before the Pullman train of the night previous.
The Pullman train due from the west between 3
and o'clock yesterday morning, arrived here at
twenty minutes to three yesterday afternoon. Be-
tween Portland and Boston, great deal of the
way, the snow had drifted on to the track very
badly. The train drove into Portland with three
engines. The noon train from Bangor and the
afternoon train from Portland came in on time,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-08-24
TELEGRAPH NEWS.
Foreign News.

LONDON, Aug 81 "A dispatch to heuter
telegram company from Rome says: conVo
cation OF Car finals is now sttlug there 10 as
certain the feasibility OF introducing certain
modifrat oYS in The system OF ell ctlug the rope
$, that the electors may exercise full liberty
when il hccnmcs necessary to elect d succGsS"l
to The present Pope
a di.pa.ch 10 thu Daily Tel graph from l'arH
saws: News from RriDe received here ycster
d,y gives 10 hope OF CARDINAL Antonelll s re-
covcry. =. j.:
LONDON. Aug "a. The Times Vlcnna dis
match ,xplains that Srrvia' : dea$ III accepting
the gooi offices offered by all the Powers a
Eogand's initiative is occasioDed By the remon
strances of Montenegro, WHO fears bang eX
posel to the whole f rec of Turkey ID the event
of Servla concluding u separate peace. \ con
nromisc has consequently been arranged 10 &C
corlance with which ScrVia makes one more
cffort in which Montenegro Will cooperate.
This cxplairs the sudden march OF the PRICE,
o Montenegro towards kntesdcn, where he
will unite with the forces nader his brn her IN
law VukOves with the lnteptlon OF attacking
he Turks about Slcnctza, 90 conJunctlon
with the Scrvau force in the same neIghbor-
hood.
LONDON, Aug. "a "A correspondent OF the
Daily N.ws al B z: ado rcirer :phs that yesicr'
day AFTERNOON it Vas rumorcd that the Turks
had Abandoned Sai.schar, and adds: alu dis.
posed to believe that rhcy hage done 50 In or
der 10 conc citrate all their forces tor an attack
on Alcx,natz. \ dispacn to the same J"uruaI
frou Alcxiua'z. dated Monday, say ali civil
ians have heeu ord@fci to qiit AlcXlna'z. lhc
COMMANDMENT may be expected 70 com nence
to.ulght.
LONDON, Aug PA Paris correspondent
saws: have reason ~ kuoW that shorty be
tore the prorugarion OF the chambers a serious
proposition on Russian "IIlauc" with pros
pcctize restoration Of Ai-ace ai'd Lorraine aS
bait was completely frustrated by The resoiulc
attitude OF the republican leaders.
LONDON, Aug. "a The Daily Ngws Wen
ma iispatcL SAYS t..- Pore has rcius d t. con-
slider the Greek cote respecting Crete uotlI the
termination OF the war Meanwhile business
10 Crete is al u stand<iil! aau the judges refuse
TO SIT.
MADRID Aug. n Farther rcIntorc mcnt$
Of troops vii b; dispatched TO Caoa at the end
of September.
LONDON, Aug. 24-.Advicc> received frnm
Cape Cuus; C.sle, Gated Angus: -, state th"i
the king Of DaholDey has co ti'"d az t"a hu
ropcans at Nhydah ~ their houses and threat
Gus t. massacre them
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-08-24
nATLANDS SCHOOL FOR GIRLS.

Having engaged frs. class Teacher, pro-
pose opening \ select school Tor n limited mum
Der of pupils first session - begin lH.h of Sep
lcml,cr and close 18th Of June The sltua:on Is
pleasant wholesome, cssy Of access, with IN Epis-
copal church within walking distance, pos.
flee and daly mail. Nc, only viii spccarat-
to,,ton be pad to the mental md religious cul-
turc of he scholars, but their physical culture
will be considered
Miss LUCY NELSON, the principal Tescn-
er brings the highest testimonials \: AL n:truc-
trcss in Latin. French Mathematics and the
higher English branches.
Hiss E. d. SMITH, Assistant
Miss EON, Teacher OF Music. :,
Terms: For session Of nine months $40, halt
payable in adv .nce; the other half the lrst 81
aebrusry This includes board washing, Eng
lish Tuition, Music with use of Piano, French,
Latin and Mathematics.
Kofcrences-Kov. K. T. Davis, Leesburg ;
Rev. o. A. kinsolving, Halifax Court House i
Rev w. NJ. Dame Alexandria; Rev: DR.. MIN.
negcrodo, Richmond; Bishop Dudly, Louisville.
Direct 80 Mrs. GEOkGE CARTER OatIands
T. o., l.oudoun CO., Va ~ l9-eot u
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-08-24
COMM ERCIAL.

ALEXANDRIA MARKET, August 24-Wheat
remains unchanged, with fair receipts, and
,ri,es range from 90 to us for poor to good.
Corn is steady at 81 for choice; sales to day OF
op4 bushels Mt 81 and 81 254 bushels of Rye
brought 4Os4S and A26 Of Oats 20, %, 30 and 81
for moor to damaged Other articles unchanged
BALTIMORE CATTLE MARKET, Aug. l6, 1876.
Beef Cattlc-Pricos to-day ranged rs follows:
Best Beevcs .......4 10 . ou
Generally rated first qusiity. 90 %
Medium or good fair quality ...........3 - 4 W.
Ordinary thin Steers, oxen and Cows 81 . w
General average vi the market. ....4 /, y t,L
Extreme range Of prices. ....... .......Z 81 oo
Most of the sales were from.........3 oZ = w
The quality of the offerings was not rs goou MS
last we k, but there Was tribe moro acIiVily,
though prices were generally considered sitc on;
Total receipts lor the week KS heao. Iotas
sales for the week 2l7s head.
Sheep and Lambs-rhere has been rather a
limited supply during the past week, and there
has been consequently trife more activity.
Lambs have been slow Of sale, and stock Sheep
OF good quality in fair demand We quote
butcher Sheep at 4a5c; Lamb 5OsS4 per lead,
or ia5sc per ID; stock Sheep 2sS3 per head he
ceip.s this W Elk 72S5 head. 49,,
Hops-Ther, hiss been very little, II any,
change ia the marke: since last week IN point OF
activity. The supply about equal to the
demand, and the quality has been fully rs good
~ il Vas last week Prices ruled u trlte OFT.
", quote At 5! ,94c er ID, and few choice
shnl, h rhor Inc market closes without lnd!-
cations Of any serious or esriy change. ae-
ccpts this week 35l0 head
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-08-24


% bbls Crushed, GRADUATED, A, B and CSugsr-
~ sacks java, Lagauyra and Rio Coffee.
~ chests Gunpowder, lmuerial. dyson, Oolong,
Japan and English Breakfast Tea.
3 linrces Maryland Hsms.
2.lerces ). &. Shoulders and Breast Pieces.
10 bb!s 4. q. ard p. K. Molasses.
5 bbis Maryland and Golden syrup.
20 hbls Family and Extra Flour.
10 bbls Nos. ], Z and Mack"rc'.
ticrc"s George 81 jenkins Refined Lard
10 packages n. \. Stale Butter.
;, packages N. 7. State Cheese.
10 hhls Pure Cider Vinegar.
=, packages Mason's Crackers and Cakes
=, boxes .}abbtt's, Jcwetts and ether Snans
A so Baker and other grades pure Whlskoy,
Sherry, Port and Claret Vino, Henncssy Bran
dy, olive Oil, all kinds of Canned Goods. Mus,
lurd Spices, English Pickles and Sauces, WA
other goods to ho found in u first class grocery
store, FOX SALE AS CHEAP AS TIL +
CHE ApEST by L. w. AVERY,
aug "a 226 King ST, cor. Alfred