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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-11
MASSACHUSETTS.
A Hard Ticket.

Lawrence, April 10. Daniel Green, who says
his eye is % years, was arragned in the police
court this morning, charged with the larceny Of
% pounds of confectionery. lie has already
served twenty sx different sentences in the house
of correction, for crimes varying from drunken
ness to granddaughter. He was first arrested when
ten years old.
Clearing Honse Statement.
Boston, April 10. At the annual meeting of the
Clearing House Association, James II. Bean was
elected Chairman and IL. Is. Graves Secretary.
The Managers report shows the exchanges for the
last year as 81 All ,279 425; balances, 1925 306-
069; aggregate capital of the associated banks OF
this city, SOL $50.
Suicide.
Noah W. Adams of Townsend Iarbor, commit
ted suicide. Yesterday, by cutting his throat.
Cause insanity.
Court Matters.
An important decision was rendered here to-
DAY by the full bench of the Supreme court, rea-
tive to the rights and extent OF power of an officer
making an arrest. If armed with the proper war
rant the officer, after demanding admission to the
house where he has reason to believe the party
sought is, and being refused, may enter by force
and cannot be treated as a trespasser even II the
party sought is not in the house.
Borrowed Money.
The Treasurer of Northampton, Mass, is au-
thorized to borrow $4,000 to rebuild the road lead
ing from Haydenville to Leeds, destroyed by the
Mill River flood as ordered by the County Com
missioners.
Attempted Suicide.
Boston, April Il. Mrs. George Collins of Rum
ney, n. H. attempted suicide to-day by cutting her
throat with butcher knife. Her condition is very
critical. Cause insanity.
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DEATH OF A. T. STEWART.

New York, April 10. A. T. Stewart died at hi:
residence, corner of 34th street and 9th avenue
this afternoon, from Inflammation of the bowels
The stores of A T. Stewart were closed on the
announcement of his death.
The death of Mr.. Stewart took place at As
He had been sinking rapidly during the morning
The utmost quetude was maintained and two
servants were kept in front of the door to answer
questions of visitors. As soon as the rumor Of
his death gained circulation callers were quite nu
merous. Very few were allowed admiltance into
the house. BY o'clock several hundred persons
mad congregsted in front of the house, talking and
telling of Stewards derth, his wonderful business
success and his probable wealth. His death took
most people by surprise, because up to this morn
ing his symptoms had not taken an alarming char
Acter.
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Chicago Produce Market.
Chicago, April 10, 1875.

Four--extra spring 0Oa6 %.
Wbeat--No. spring spot 99a April 4;
May 1884, "a: June l0tAa-.
Corn No. :. rnl ssa. spot 5o7s9-: April SKA;
May -47ta-. June A..
Oats-No. ,, 3lka- spot; April 81; May s3a a.
June 33H.
Rye-NO. 2, 63-aG5
Barlev-No. spring 56-a- spot; So May
April 90 "a.
Dressed Hogs 0 65a9 10.
PcIk-22 i5-s22 IS spot; % l5-April; g SKA
- May; June - So.
Lard - IL 4O-a IA AK spot: 10 liza April;
May IL 5)a'2s; June lS67ha-.
Bulk Meats shoulders SKA; short rib mid
"a short clear mid l2Sa-
Hams Is rs average a..
Whiskey-lO7 a.
Freghts-Corn to Buffalo, d: wheat do -
Receipts 1000 aour: 81 900 wheat: 1900 corn
lG 600 oats; 1000 rye: 10 0t0 barley.
Shipmcnts--- ID 900 hour; s., 00C wheat l0,CO(
corn: 1900 oats; li.O0O barley; 900 rye.
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NEW YORK..
Cruelty 10 Animals.

STueIty " AHiHndiss
New York, April 10. A car loaded with horses
was found on side track of the New Haven K.
R., by officers CT the Anti-Cruelty society. The
animals had not been given any water for 100
hours, and they had gnawed nearly all the interior
framework Of the car to pieces.
Suit.
The suit of the United States v. James Watson
Webb late minister to Brazil, to recover 1000,
was commenced to-day in the United States dis
trict court.
Convicted.
Andreas Fuschs was convicted Of the murder of
Simmons in Brooklyn, tonight; verdict, murder in
the first degree.
Freshet.
The present freshet in the Delaware river has
proved very detrimental to the lumber men.
Tax Money.
1t is stated that the Pacific Mail to day paid
$500 taxes due to-day.
Money Quarrel.
The death of Kate Heath, long proprietor of a
bagnio, has developed quarrel for her property
estimated at $4,000, between Frank Durfee, a
Wall st. broker and Miss Harringto n, the house
keeper of deceased for 20 years.
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BaIIomelI Local NemB.

Prof Chapman of Bowdon College, preached
in the Congregational church on Sabbath fore
noon last, and in the Baptist church in the after.
noon of the same day.
We learn that on Sabbath evening next EASTER
Sabbath school concert will be held in the Uni
versalist church in this city. Exercises during
the day appropriate to the occasion.
Meetings are to be held in the Episcopal church
in this city, during the present week, in accord
ance with the usual custom at this season Of the
year.
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Lat. Rev. DIR. Clark wrot. Mr.. Fellows

While was under the process of Erysipelas the
Hon. DR. - called upon me; ! told him how
much of the Hypo. had used. He said "Fellows
Uypophosphites is good medicine, excellent
tonic and no doubt had drawn the acidity that was
in my blood to the surface and thus prevented it
from attacking some important organ of my sys-
tenn"
have converscd with mary who have used IT,
and all say they were beneLue by 1t.
For myself, l have much pleasure in saying it
| improved my general health amazingly. 1t gives
clear skin and healthy countenance, but to know
its virtues it must be used, and were it within the
reach of all classes, believe it would be used
universally; yes, by the well, to renew their age,
| and by the sick to make them well.
! 1t makes an old person look ten years younger.
| "This witness is true" Would that could more
widely make it known for its many virtues. Long
may its inventor live to the happy fruits OF his
| invention.
ALEXANDER CLARKE, ID. D., Amherst, N. S
apis tSwlw
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Alma Locals.

Alma AOCuAAs
When the centennial year dawned upon us, We
determined to take one step forward, and surely
we have for once got on the right ground. Our
people now manifest desire that the town should
stand, educatonally, among the leading towns in
the State. They have chosen for agents men who
are wide awake to the cause. The old district
system still fingers to annoy and hinder, however.
The question discussed by our Literary Society,
last week, was, "Resolued, That, the bankrupt
law is a failure, and ought TO be repealed" 1t
was thoroughly discussed, several persons OF abii-
itv speaking on both sides, after which it was de-
cided ia the affirmative. very interesting paper
was read by Miss Bell Plummcr and MIR. E. ii.
Shea. ~
Mr.. J. A. Jewett, the owner of the saw mill re-
Gently carried away by the fIeshet, is wide.
awake business man, not easily discouraged, and
and will doubtless rebuild on the same site the
present season.
Religious meetings continue to be held nearly
every evening in the week in Dist. No. :, by the
pastor, Rev. S. s.. Brownson. Quite an interest
has been developed in the church. but no CONVEX
sions have occurred as yet.
For some two or three weeks our people have
been afflicted with the epizootic, which is pulling
some one down nearly every day. though no very
severe cases have been reported as yet.
As the spring opens, business promises to be
better than for several years.
The singing schools have closed, the teachers
and scholars going their several ways after hand
shakings and gsod-byes, and with determine
ton to have another good school the latter part oil
next autumn.
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The fish commission has received 5000 msee
salmon eggs for Medomak river.

The fish commission has received 5000 mege
salmon eggs fot Medomak river.
The dwelling house Of Alvin Chsnev Of Wells,
about three miles from North Berwick village,
was DESTROYED by fire Tuesday night about IL
o'clock. The family had retired for the night.
dog, and got up to find his house enveloped In
flames. He and his family, consisting Of himself,
wife and two children, escaped with only their
night clothes. Nothing was saved but one feather
bed. LOSS about $1,000; no insurance. The dog
that awakened them was burned Biddeford
Journal.
On Thursday afternoon of last week Harry, son
of Rev. l.. Z. Staples of Parsonsdeld, had tooth
extracted in Portland. Some four hours after,
blood began to flow profusely from the cavity.
Inc bleeding continued till Friday morning, des-
pie the efforts OF several physicians to step il.
Friday morning the young man tainted from ex-
haustion and the cavity ceased to bleed Since
then the hemorrhage has been under control.
Amos Libby, well known citizen Of Saco, liv.
ing some distance out of town, one day last week
took up bottle in the barn, which he supposed
contain whiskey, and attempted to drink from
it. The bottle contained sulphuric acid, which
had been procured to decompose bones, and Mr..
Libby's mouth was shockingly burned. Portions
of his tongue have come of. He is in Q dangerous
condition.
1t now turns out that those up river ice cutters,
who have been giving out that they had cut oil
the ice there was made, have not more than half
done their work. Lots and lots of ice has been
coming down the river the past few days. showing
how negligently the work Of harvesting has been
done.-[ Bath Times, Monday.
The following business changes are reported Is
recently taking place in Maine:
Bath-Farr & Frost, drugs, dis; now X. G.
Farr.
Oys & Golden, gro, dis now P. ]. Golden.
Bridgton-Stone Staples, gen. store, dis. /;
now E. r. Staples.
Dixfeld-C. w. Eustace, hardware, sold to c.
d. Dillingham;.
Farmngton-Whttier & Davis. gen. store, sold
out.
F. f. Robbins, furniture, sold out.
Observation-Disclosures Bros, hats and caps, admit
S. Smiley, style Wheeler Bros. 4 Co.
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Where red wine freely glowed,
With gay companions, once my friends,
Where impure language flowed.

And loving hearts have truly bled,
Have sought with counsel true,
To wean me from those haunts OF SIN
And better deeds to do.
needed not their touching prayer,
Igreved one tender heart
My loving wife. 50 good and true
Who bore IN theirs part.
With bitter words met them, too,
My loving wife and child,
And spurned the Offers of their love
With wicked words. aud via.
The pennies that Woiiu oless tHei S''4'
cast into the TIL
Offriends ofdarkness, here called men,
Alas they flourish stu.
broke the holy Sabbath day,
Gods day OF perfect rest,
scorned His precious tender love,
grieved the SaviOur's breast.
I scorned the pfayers-so earnest, too
OF father, mother, friend,
Abused the perfect gift OF health
My will would not bend.
At last, God in His holy love,
Showed me a better way,
To cast away this sinful heart,
lie taught me how to pray.
And to His blessed heavenly throne,
offer day and night
This humble cry, 30, God thank,
now behold the light"
And in his tender mercie5 cure,
feel his precious love,
That If one day faithful be,
Phi dwell with Him above.
For twas the Saviour's holy love
That washed my sins away,
guide the sinful now to him.
From dark to perfect day.
Now blessed be His holy name,
No name in Garth or heaven,
But through the cleansing blood oil Christ,
Our sins are all forgiven.
And when at last Pm called } die,
hope he'll say, ''be tree,
You've borne the cross my faithful son,
Now wear the crown with me-
-TMRs ISABEL KNOWLES Belgrade.
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s.Out OF Darkness into Light"

Mr.. Frank o. Ward of this city, has labored at
Belgrade, "without money and without price" to
bring sinners to repentance. Through his instru-
mentality, by the blessing of God. many sheaves
have been gathered in. A recent convert has
written the following lines, which contain some
what of Mr.. Wards history:
wayward youth, sinful man,
l had no thought or care,
Pyc trod the slippery paths Of vice,
And ielt the tempters snare;
Drank deeply at the sparkling fount
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-11

Almost daily some discovery is announced
which is as,onshingly alike for ITS simplicity and
its great value. Such is the invention by which
The Forest Tar Co. are enabled to utilize pure tar
as medicine. its great healing power has long
been recognized, but not much used heretofore.
because Of the Inconvenience of handling tar 10
its crude state. Under the name OF Forest Tar II
is put up in various forms suitable for taking in
ternally and convenient for outward application.
Ask your Druggist for these preparations or wriie
to the Forest Tar Co., Portland, Me-, for lntorma-
ton. apl5-t&wlw.
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WASHINGTON
The Safe Burglary Case.

Washington April 10. The Republican says
In the safe burglary case some eighteen months
ago, Whiteley, chief detective of the treasury,
was called to the stand and was sworn. The fol-
lowing is from the record of the trial:
Q.-Had you any knowledge of this safe rob-
berry here in the city of Washington
A-None, only what have seen in the papers,
and what has been told me concerning it. That
is all.
vance of its being done
A.-No, sir, nothing whatever, in the slightest
degree,
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Winthrop Locals.


The 9th was one of the finest days OF the win
ter for sleighs. Almost everyone was out and
seemed to think it was fine sleighing for April.
The caterpillar crop promises to be enormous
and many farmers are trying to thin the crop by
gathering the egg. from the twigs OF the trees.
C.M. Bailey is at Springvale, assisting Rev. A.
Bryant in series Of revival meetings.
No. . Lyceum closed April lst, with an able
discussion upon the question of who had been the
greater aggressors, the whites or Indians : G. n.
Maxwell and II. V. Dudley for the Indians, and
p. H. Smell, A. c. Carr and IL. Woodward against
them 1t was decided in favor Of the Indians.
On the evening of the 7th Lloyd III. Smell and
wife CO., bre the thirty fifth anniversary of their
marriage. There we're present about one hundred
and forty, bringing with them numerous valuable
presents.
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TELE0RAMsIN GENERAL.

The Brazilian minister has engaged suite o
rooms in Washington for the Emperor OF Brazi
and suite.
Deputy Sheriff Briggs Of Tsrrytown, N Y, il
missing; also $4,000.
A 100000 fire at Keesville, New York, yester
day.
The palace steamers Bristol and Providence
with bands Of music, began their summer trips Oh
the Sound, yesterday.
A census taken by the police last week, show
the population of Philadelphia to be el7 AS.
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FRElGHTS - Grain v steam, eek d; ga
a d.
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The Gardiner Reform Club had glorious meet
ing on Sunday evening last, being one Of the larg-
est and most successful gatherings they have had
for some time. temperance discourse was de-
livered by Rev. Mr.. Frost of the Free Baptist
church in that city, and a couple of enthusiastic
speeches that brought down the house, were made
by Will Rowse and George Smith, ofthc Augusta
Club.
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The south tenement in the double house at Pet
tepgilrs Corner owned by Geo. Z. Weeks, Esq,
took fire On the roof on Sunday forenoon, at half
past eleven o'clock, the fire being occasloned by
sparks from chimney that was being burned out.
Mr. Jeremiah Kempton lives in the house, and
with due diligence and promptness of action he
succeeded in putting out the fire before it did
much damage.
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NO FAILURE.

Price 35 cents. Fer sale by all druggists.
If you are remote from the city send 30
cents 10 the agent and. rec i've boz BY
mail. General Agents for the United
States, SMITH, DOOLITTLE L SMITH.
Wholesale Druggists. 20 fremont Street,
BOSTON. Janl2-6m4
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NEW HAM PSlllKE.


Portsmouth, April TO- Mrs. George Collins of
Rumncy, N. H., attempted suicide by cutting her
throat with a butcher knife, and now lies in a
very critical condition Cause, insanity.
Murder.
silas II. Cutting, an employee of the Northern
Railroad Co.. was found in front of his house at
Potter Place, N. H., this morning, with his skull
fractured and numerous cuts and bruises on his
head and face. He died at $50 this morning. lie
is believed to have been murdered. An investi
CATION will be made.
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Rev. T.. II. w. Smith, so many years the part
ner of the late John Ii. Hartford in the book bin
derry business in this city, has purchased OF the
widow the interest Of Mr. Hartford in the estab-
lshment. Mr.. Smith has formed a partnership
with his son, II. +. Smith, and they are to continue
the business at the old stand in the Journal building,
under the firm name CT F.. II. w. Smith & Co.
With competent help which they are able to Sc
cure, we have no doubt that the good reputation
of this long established bndery will be fully kept
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-11

Thousands die every winter of Consumption
Bronchitis. Diptheria. and Lung Fever, whom a
few doses of lIalc's Honey OF Horehound and
Tar, given in time, would have saved from pre-
mature grave. Sold by ali Druggists.
Pixies Toothache Drops cure in minute.
marl6-t&W4W
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The Catholics of Augusta and Haowcil arc
invited to attend an extra service in st. Mary's
church at o'clock this Tuesday evening. Mat
tiers of great importance will be laid before the
congregation.
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DIR. BENEFITS

CELEBRATED JAUNDICE BITTERs, pleasant,
efYicacious tonic nvigorator and blood purifier
so cents bottle. Money refunded in all cases
where perfect satisfaction is not given. For sale
by j. S. JOHNSON, opposite p. o., Augusta, Me.
aprl0-+ 5m
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PENNSYLVANIA.
Rai1rOah Accident.

Wilkesbarc, April 10. An engine aud three
loaded freight cars were thrown from the track
at late hour last evening, near what's called PEI
Haven junction.
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The following are the names of the officers Of
the Fairfield Reform Club an organization re-
Gently organized but fully awake to the work of
saving men
President-Frank Savage.
Vice sidents-Geo. IL Colby, Frank Fogg,
John Harmon.
Recording Secrctary-F. ID. Foss.
Financial Secretary-Gardner Savage
Treasurer-Frank Duren.
Char lain-Alden Dunton.
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OHIO.
The Peach Crop.

Columbus, April 10. 1t is said that the rccen
storm has destroyed seven-eighths of the coming
peach crop in this state, aud damaged fruit trees
slightly.
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NJ MARYLAND.
Fire..

Baltimore, April 10. Fire this morning burned
the wooden ware and broom store Of Lord & Rob
inson. Loss ON stock, $4,000; fully insured
Loss on building, $4,000; fully insured.
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Hon. j. ]. Eveleth, accompanied by the Misses
Hatch, who have been spending the winter very
pleasantly at st. Augustine, Fla, will leave IN
few DAYS on their return home to this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-11

LEIGHTON, SCRUTON
& CO.,
Are now opening their stock Of
Spring Dress Goods.
In mary the desirable styles to be worn for
Spring 4 Summer Costumes.
We would cali particular attention 20 a few Of the
leading shades, such as
Ecru 81 Seal Brown P1aids and
Stripes. Shaded Plaids, Shaded
Stripes. Plain and Twilled
Vigonnes,
MIN II complete assortment Of lOXer
GI0des Of SNitings.
Larger AS orment of WOolens than we have
carried before, some of which are very choice pat
ferns. We have suits made up from these goods,
and
Warrant a Fit.
A very nice Line of
Lowell Extra Super Carpetings
at Sl.1O u yard.
These we consider very cheap.
Tapestries, Ingrafns, kfdder-
ministers, Straw MattinEs,
Hemps,
At equally low prices. We solicit examination
on any OF the above goods
KEEPS PATENT
P0rtiy-Ma0de Dress Shirts,
Male from Wamsutta Muslin and Irish Linen.
Only oneIQuality. "The Very Best"
All Siz S, Elegant Styles, Perfect Fitting.
Mems Fartlymade, 81 each.
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Services at st. Marks church during the pres
cnt week are daily, at s AS A. NJ, and 80 ?. NJ,
with the exception Of Good Friday, when morn
ing service will be at 10 80; evening prayer at
< or
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MISSOURI.
A Petition.

St. Louis, April TO- A petition was put in cir
culation here Saturday, asking President Grant
to pardon Col. Mcguire. and it is being numerous
" signed by oil classes. The press speaks sym
pathetically of the Colonel, and his counsel will
ask Judge Treat for ste. Of execution for thirty
days.
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Cincinnati Produce Market.
Cincinnati, April 10. 1871

PORK-s22 5Oa22 "a.
LARD-steam I3Aal3h kettle, l4% 9I4&.
BULK MEATS-shoulders SKA clear rlb eide
IA: clear sides dl21.1I.
BACON-shOulders % az. clear rib sides TX
A.: clear sides ID alo-.
WHISKEY--i0bd.
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Mrs. L. c. Cochrane has just returned from the
big cities, and is now showing her lady friends the
latest styles in millinery. The pockets of the men
folks will suffer in consequence.
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On Saturday of next week the large and extensive
stock of harnesses in the establishment OF j. ID.
Robbins in this city, is to be sold by public auction,
affording fine opportunity to those who wish to
purchase harnesses that are custom made and OF
excellent stock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-11

The Governor and his military staff have given
orders to Boston parties for the making of full
and elegant uniforms, for their use. Samples
were previously sent down and the selections
made. The Governor and staff will be present at
the opening of the Centennial Exhibition in Phil
sdelphia.
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ARKANSAS.


Little Rock. April 10. Reports from Chicot
and Napoleon state that considerable damage has
been done there by the food. Planters are using
every cxertion to protect the levees, which still
are intact