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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-04-10
WASlilNGTON.
Arrested.


Washington, April s. VIM. d, Avery, con-
victed of being connected with the whskey frauds,
was tonight arrested by the Z. S. Marshal and
committed to Jail TO await the proper papers for
his removal to st. Louis, his bail being forfeited
Hallett kilbOurne.
Hsllett kilbourne will, tomorrow, through his
counsel, make an application to the Supreme
court of the district Of Columbia for writ of
habeas corpus.
Postal Changes.
Washington, April 9. Postal changes for the
week in New England, are as follows:
Offices established -
Whites Corner, Waldo, Co., Me-, Jno B. Chase,
postmaster.
Golden Ridge, Aroostook Co.. Me.
Postmasters appointed -
Mrs. Abigail I. Mckrelime, Alton, Penobscot
Co., Me.
Austin Wentworth, Centre Montville, Waldo
Co., Me.
Franklin Waterman, North Haven, Knox Co.,
Me.
Alden Moulton, Wales Androscoggin county,
Me.
Abel NJ. Aver, Conway, Carroll Co., N. II.
Frank S. Trestor, Arlington, Windham Co.,
Conn.
Lewis Browning, Montvillc, New London Co.,
Conn.
Benjamin S. Aycock, Southbury, New Haven
Co., Conn.
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The Perils of Duck Shooting.
NEW YORK..
Fatal Boiler Explosion.


Binghampton, April s. A large boiler exploded
killing the foreman, Carter, another man and a
boy, and severely injurng another man and boy.
Several others were slightly injured.
Don Pedro.
New York, April 9. 1t is stated that the city
authorities will tender Don Pedro = fitting recep-
ton on his arrival. Formal action will be taken
by the Mayor and city council during the present
week.
The Bronze Statue OF Daniel Webster.
The bronze statue of Daniel Webster, for Cen
trail Park, will be ready for unwilling next sum-
mer or early in the autumn.
Aquatic.
New York, April 9. Major Clifford, Vice Com
modore of the Royal Canadian yacht club, has
challenged for the Queens cup, won by the Am
erica and held by the New York yacht club, the
race to come off in June. His yacht is called the
Countess of Dufferin, and is POI tons measure
ment. 1t is believed that the New York club will
waive the six months notice required under the
rules, and that the race will take place.
Obituary.
VIM. II. Haley, the actor, died Friday night.
He was 40 years of age.
Body Found.
The body Of one of the crew of the wrecked
schooner Holway has been recovered at Fire
Island, but is indistinguishable.
Strike Ended.
The strike of the brakemen on the Delaware
& Lackawanna r. r. for 81 per day, has ended,
most Of the men resuming work at the old rate,
one dollar.
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Doincs OF the City Council.

There was regular meeting of the city conn
Gil on Friday afternoon, 7th inst;
Petition Of w. S. Badger and 10 Others for
permanent drain from Spring street across the
Keere and Noble lots so.called, to Winter street,
presented by Alderman Osgood;
Petition Of Frank L. Hamlen and 26 others. for
a concrete sidewalk on Sewall sheet, between
Winthrop street and Western Avenue, presented
by Alderman Lincoln;
able sidewalk on Washington street, presented by
Alderman Higgins;
vckery:
Ordered, That the Street Commissioner for the
western district be directed to concrete the side
walk on the west side of Spring street, as soon as
the ground is in a condition for so doing;
The foregoing petitions and order were referred
to the Committee on Permanent Improvements.
On motion of Councilman Vickery,
Ordered, That the Mayor, City Engineer and
Committee on Permanent Improvements, be re-
quested to join the Fire Department Committee
in making an examination of the engine house on
Bridge street.
on motion of Alderman Higgins,
Ordered, That the Committee on Fire Depart
ment be, and are hereby directed to examine and
report to the city council at its next meeting, what
action, if any, should be taken by the city govern
ment fer the better protection Of property from
fire on Cushnoc Heights, and whether IN their
opinion it would not be for the best interest of the
city to construct reservoir near the residence OF
Mr.. Frank Arnold, on Jefferson street, of sufficient
capacity to meet the requirements Of that local
ity.
Ordered, That the Committee on Permanent
Improvements be, and are hereby directed to i'm
mediately examine the sidewalk referred to in the
petition of M. Peaslec and others, for a sidewalk
on the east side of Washington street, and report
to the city council at its next meeting what should
be done for the better accommodation of citizens
on said street. Also ascertain if gravel suitable
for sidewalks can be procured from the gravel
bank on the east side Of Washington street, near
the residence of Mr.. Black.
On motion of Councilman Barrows
Ordered, That the Street Commissioner for the
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EUROPE.
Turkey.

Ragusa, April s. Advices from Sclavonic
sources have been received here confirming the
report of the rupture of the conference at Sutto-
mia. The insurgents gave the Russian agent the
same reply as given 10 Baron Rodick.
Vienna, April 9. The Tagsblatt has advices
from Bosnia that the instruction in the province
is spreading. The district of Bsca has joined the
movement. Fighting is reported there yester-
day.
The Herzegovinian Trouble.
1t is reported that the Herzegovinian chiefs left
Suttona and rejoined their bands; they intend to
resume hostilities against the Turks on the 18th,
when the time expires. Baron Rodck has re-
turned to Ragusa.
Greece.
Athens, Aprls. There were only two Ameri-
cans on board steamer Agrigenti, sunk off Maea,
named Sangers and Wiggleworth. Both were
saved.
Versailles, April s. The Senate today declared
invalid the election of Ferre. Orleanist.
Financial.
Paris, April 8. The Manager de Paris, on the
Egyptian financial question, says England and
France isolated cannot bring about definite re-
suit. They must act in concert.
England.
London, April 9. Mr.. Joplin, British Supern-
tendent in the section of Fine Arts, at the Gen.
tennal, sailed yesterday, with DO color drawings,
many engravings and architectural designs and
1877 oil paintings. The insurance value of the
collection exceeds $3.50. 900. The council of the
Royal Academy contributed an important selec-
ton from the pictures for which diplomas have
been awarded.
TIE Centennial.
Southampton, April 8. The steamer Braunsch-
weig, from Bremen for Baltimore, to-day, has a
quantity of exhibits for Philadelphia.
Russia.
London, April s. A telegram from St. Peters,
burg says Russia recognizes the fitness of the title
of Empress Of India and will Immediately after
the issue of Queen Victora's proclamation de-
claring the title, give official expression of its
views at London.
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Chicago Produce Market.

Chicago. April 8. 1875.
Flour-extra spring O0a6 25.
Wbeat-No. spring spot SKA; April a
May l03xa-: June 1Oika-.
Corn-No. 2. mi xed, SPOT 46-e-; April 46ha;
May -4Ska-: June AK.
Oats-No. 2, 3lTa- spot; April 81; May 33ha--
June 33k.
Rye-NO. Q, 64ka66.
Barley-No.2 spring 56-a- spot IS A. May /;
April Goa.
Dressed Hogs-9 65a9 rs.
Pcrk-22 Is -a22 2o spot; % 35-April; % 30-a
- May; June % So.
Lard - Is 40-a II AK spot: Is liza April !:
May - 70a72h; june IL 52ha--.
Bulk Meats shoulders SKA; short rib MID,
Pa short clear mid l2%a-.
Hams Is MS average a..
Whiskey-lO7-a-.
Freights-Corn TO Buffalo, d.; wheat do -
A..
Receipts 10, 900 -four; ,OOt wheat $1,000 corn
l6, 200 oats 1000 rye: 5000 barley.
Shil mems 1000 hour; 2o,0Oc wheat 1901
corn; 500 oats: $500 barley: 500 rye,
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Warrant.

DY virtue Of authority vested in me as clerk Of
ID the lage School District OF the city of Au-
xusta, hereby notify and warn the legal inhsbl.
tants OF said district, qualified by law 10 vote in
city affairs t. meet a. the High School room 10
said dis rct on Saturday, the 18th day of April,
1875, at o'c ok, r. NJ to act the following ar.
ticles, viz
Article To choose Moderator.
Article ?. To choose a Clerk
Article 8 To choose two Directors.
Article 4. o hear he report of the Directors of
last year, and act upon such recommendations as
may be contained therein.
Article 5. To see what action the District will
take under The Free High School act.
Article q. To SEQ what action the District will
take in regard to furnishing Free Text Books.
Article I. To raise money for repairs. schools,
discounts, attachments and connie SONS, and DE.
termine how the same shall be collected. Also to
see what the District will take to raise mon.
ey to pay debts falling due during the current year
Article s. To see what discounts, if any, the
District will make on taxes paid within specified
time.
To transact any other business that may proper.
" come beior. the meeting
J.F.P PIERCE,
Clerk Village School District
true copy. Attest j. +. PIERCE.
Augusta, April I, 1876 aprstlw
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Temperance Rally at VatervilIe.

grand temperance rally, n'thc interests of the
Reform movement, was held at Waterville, on
Saturday evening, the people turning out in large
numbers, completely filing the beautiful Town
Hall. The meeting was held under the auspices
of the Fairfield Reform Club, assisted by the Au.
gusta Reform CLUB. The former club coming
down with their ladies, numbering in all one
hundred and forty, all enthusiastic workers in the
glorious cause. Thirty-fve members of the Au-
gusta Club went up, and more would have follow
ed if the necessity of the case had required.
Mr.. Frank Savage, the President Of the Fair
field club. presided, representatives Of both clubs
being gathered on the stage), and spoke briefly of
the objects of the meeting, and the work the Clubs
had in band-to raise the fallen. Speeches were
then made by Geo. II. Colby, Alden Dunton,
Messrs. McFadden Kenrick, and Simpson of the
Fairfield Club; and President Fred c. Rogers,
Howard Owen, DR.. Edminster, {. II. Randall,
Fred Moore and George Smith, of the Augusta
Club.
Music by the Waterville Band, and singing ny
the clubs and congregation contributed to the ex-
erciscs Of the ccasion. When the invitation was
given for those who had drank more or less, to
come forward and sign the pledge, the young men
seemed to be all ready and waiting to do
Amid cheers and sing ing, and hearty greeting, the
good work was carried forward until the names Of
fifty or more persons were signed TO the iron clad
pledge, and about double that number to the gen.
etal pledge.
The organization of a Reform Clsb and
Ladies' Temperance Christian Union will be the
direct result of the grand meeting Saturday
night. and we have no doubt our Watervillc
friends will attend to these important matters at
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OXFORD vs.. CAMBRIDGE.
The English University Boat Race woi
by the Cambridge Crew.

London, April s. The annual boat race on the
Thames between the Oxford and Cambridge Uni.
versity crews, took place to-day, and resulted in
victory for the Cambridge crew. Time 80 Minis.
10 secs. Some reports say Cambridge finished 4
lengths ahead of Oxford. An account of the race
says that on the start Cambridge got into a care
less, easy swing, pulling away like machine.
and shortly after starting took the lead. The
struggle along Cheswick was terrific, and just
around the curve the Oxford crew put on tre-
mendous burst Of speed, rowing 36 strokes per
minute. Cambridge responded with brilliant
80 strokes minute.
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preparation which has been pronounced by some
of the highest medical talent in the land to be the
only reliable article for this complaint.
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Dten.

In this city, sth inst, Captain Henry B. White,
aged about - years.
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PENNSYLVANIA.
Naval Affairs.


Philadelphia, April s. Secretary Robson has
been here since Thursday, and his presence is sup
posed to have reference to the investigation of al
legged irregularities in the League Island navy
yard. 1t is thought that the subcommittee on
naval affairs will commence operations here to-
day.
Philadelphia, April 8. Only two of the SUBJ
committee OF the committee on Naval affairs
Whitthorn and Harris (of Mass. )--have reached
this city to investigate the alleged irregularities at
the League Island navy yard.
The following communication was addressed to
the committee to-day:
Philadelphia, April ..
The Times (newspaper) of this morning init
mates that afidavits and names of witnesses in
support of its infamous charges, have been fur
nished you. If any matter is considered by you,
in any way affecting my personal integrity or
business relations, desire to be present; and if
any afHdavits presented or witnesses examined,
desire to be present with my counsel, and bv
cross-examnation assist you in ng at the
truth. (Signed) NATH'L MCKAY"
McMay has brought another libel suit against
the Times.
The Play "Julius Caesar" Closed.
The play of Julius Caesar, with Barrett, Davcn-
port Bangs and Levick, closed last night, at the
academy, after brilliant week.
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F0rty.FOurth Congress- First Session.

Washington, April s.
The proceedings in the House to-day were lin
tied to the delivery of speeches, to which there
were few listeners, either on the floor or in the
gallery.
Speeches were made by Mr.. Joyce Of Vermont,
in favor of speedy return to specie payments, in
support of republican policy, &c, by Mi. Buckner
of Missouri, in favor Of greenback currency, and
against the national bank system, by Messrs.
Williams of Alabama, and WOODBURY. of Nevads,
in favor of the Texas and Pacific Il. r., by Mr..
Caldwell of Tennessee, 10 favor Of the removal of
tax on tobacco by Mr. Piper Of California, against
government subsidies to railroads, and by Mr..
Williams of Wisconsin, in opposition to the re-
duction Of Official salaries.
Adjourned,
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a MASSACHUSETTS,.
Obituary.,


Lowell, April 9. John Z. Crane, an old resi-
dent of this city, solicitor of patents, and we'll
known in Boston, died here to-day Of consump-
ton; aged 81 years.
Incendiarv Fire.
Taunton, April s. An incendiary fire at North
Dlghton, early this morning, totally destroyed two
barns, owned by Capt. Benz Hathaway, with sew
eral tons of hay. The horses, wagons, ETC., were
saved. Loss on buildings $500. and hay $500;
insured $1,000 on the barns, and Sl5O on the hay.
An attempt was made recently to burn Capt.
Hathaway house, by firing q quantity of COM
bustible material under the front steps, which
failed.
Obituary.
Boston. April s. The wife of Gen. Benz. F.
Butler died this morning, Of cancer in the throat,
at the Massachusetts, General Hospital in this
city, where she had been taken to have an opera.
ton performed She was about So years old.
Suicide.
Mrs. Mary G. Gannett, wife of Rev. Geo. Can
nett committed suicide by jumping from Beacon
street bridge, Saturday evening.
Fatal Railroad Accident.
As the Cape Cod train on the Old Colony rail-
road was passing Huntington Heights crossing
Geo. r. Pierce endeavored to drive his team across
the track, was struck by the engine and instantly
killed.
Attempted Robbery.
About 1870 this morning, w. Nj. Maynard, q
pawnbroker at No. 10 Brattle square, was about
locking his store for the night, when a man
struck him violent blow upon the head, partially
stunning him, and pushed him into the store. A
desperate struggle with the robber ensued. May
nard shouted and his cries were heard by the po-
lice. The robber fed, was pursued, captured and
recognized as c. a. Dearborn, hard character.
May nard was quite badly hurt.
Suicide.
Abraham T. Doyle committed suicide at Bever-
ly, Mass, to-day, by shooting himself through the
head. Cause, depression on account of losing his
sight.
Dental Disagreement.
The retirement of five professors from the Bos-
ton Dental College is announced, owing to disa-
greement with the President.
Destructive Fire.
Worcester, April 9. The Music Hall building
and dwelling house in Athol were destroyed by
fire last night. Several other buildings were also
damaged. Total loss is estimated at 5000.
Music Hall was owned by T. H. Goodspeed and
Dexter Aldlich, and Is insured in the Etna, No.
American and Phoenix for $4,000 each and in the
Home, Germsnia, American and Springfield Fire
and Marine for $1,000 each. The dwelling house
was occupied by Fred w. circuit, who was Sc
verely burned in attempting to save his goods.
The firms burned out are Holbrook g. Twitchel,
dry goods; W. S. Wiggin, boots and shoes; Frost
4 Lee, stoves; Simond & Bro furniture; S. w.
Bliss, watches; Baker & Aldricb, printing office.
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ILLINOIS,.
PERSONAL.


Chicago, April 8. Mr.. Cambeilos, the Board of
Trade operator, supposed to have gone to Califor-
mia and defrauded on long wheat contracts, re-
turned last night. He states that he will settle
up his accounts with little loss to his creditors
as possible, and has no intention of going to Cal
lfOrnia
Whisky Trial.
In the Freyinger whiskey trial yesterday, the
government rested its case, and the defence in
troduced the gaugers, stoorekeepers and others
who were connected with the Milan distillery,
who testified that they meyer saw any illegality on
the part of the owners.
Held for Trial.
G. NJ. Wheeler, President Of the La Crosse
National Bank, which was reported to have de-
frauded its patrons out of $4,000, gave himself
up to-day and was held by United States Commits
sioner Haynes in $4,000 bail.
The Mckee Case.
The argument in support of the motion of ar
rest of judgment in the Mckee case was heard
this afternoon, and the point was made that the
circnit court had jurisdiction, defendant had
been tried on copy of the Indictment, and not
on the original. The judge held that the point
was novel; and required counsel to file briefs with
n days.
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Lowell, April g. John E. Crane, an old resi-
dent of this city, solicitor of patents, and we'll
known in Boston, died here to-day Of consump-
ton aged 81 years
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NO failure.

Price IS cents. For sale by all drugsists.
If you are remote from the city send so
cents TO the agent and receive . box by
mail. General Agents dor the United
States, SMITH, DOOLITTLE 4 SMITH.
Wholesale Druggists, 26 fremont Street,
Boston. Janl26m4
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Shooting ARRAY.
Shane has died, Jilse will not recover.
WhiSkeY Frauds.
WISCONSIN,.
Court Matters.

with making Illicit whiskey while under indict-
ment, has been discharged by the Commissioner,
Bloodgoods evidence failing to prove conspiracy
or that be was prvy to the frauds.
1t is reported that an attempt has been discov-
cred to tsmper with the jury in the Nunnemercher
case, now approaching completion.
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Symptoms
OF Catarrh !!
THEY ARE FOUND IN

THEY ARE FOUNDIN
Bad Breath,
DrOppings In Throat,
General Weak ness,
Slight Deafness.
Coughs.
Colds in the Head,
Headache,
Noises In the Head,
Pain in the Back.
Nervousness.
Yes, every one ofthe above are symptoms Of Ca.
tarrh, and you wise you will cure it with the
German SNUFF. Remember in the use of this rem
edy there is
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The Turf.
NOVA SCOTIA.
Verdict.

Halifax, April 6. At the funeral of Capt. Pen.
nington at Argyle, from Gloucester, Mass, where
he was found dead in a vessel under strange cir
cumstances, another inquest was held, when the
jury rendered verdict that he came to his
death by being beaten and maltreated by some
persons unknown" His right arm was broken,
and there were several stabs on his body.
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CALIFORNIA.
Arrested.

San Francisco. April 8. A detective TODAY
arrested in this city Chas B. Wilkins ex-collector
of Internal Revenue for the western district of
Missouri, for the ENLIGHTENMENT of stamps to the
amount of $1,000. wilkins left for Missouri
eight or nine months ago, went to New York,
thence to Australia, arriving here in February
under the name of Brown. wilkins claim that
the embezzlement was effected by subordinates
in the office, and processes his Willingness to re-
turn and stand trial.
The Turf.
Goldsmith Maid trotted a mile against Colder
Gate at the Bay District Park the latter to run
mile and $50 yards. The Maid won in 2 10 81
beating Golden Gate seconds.
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NEWS BY TELEGRAPH
10 THE--~
9aily Aennebee aournal.
PORTLAND.
Stabbing ARRAY.

Portland, April 8. Daniel McSIann, a long
shoremaD, was severely stabbed in the left breast
on Franklin street, this evening by Swede en-.
ployed on the English steamer, but will probably
recover. His assailant was drunk.
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Winthrop LOcsls.

The annual mecin. of the village school dis
trict, No. T. was holden the other evening officers
elected and other business transacted. John Nj.
Benjamin was re elected clerk, he having held the
office dozen years more. Dr. A. p. Snow,
Col. c. A. Wing and q. Il. Reynolds were rc-elect-
ed Dircctors-the first two for the seventh term,
and the last for the third term. Happy the Dis
trict whose citizens are served by officers like
these. The affairs of the district are managed
somewhat similar to the affairs of the Augusta
district.
The schools have hitherto been divided into
four grades-sub- primary, primary, intermediate
and grammar; but this year change is to be
made, with the following divisions Primary, in
termediate, grammar and high. Miss Luella F..
Beale, who has been principal Of the grammar for
the past three years, will be promoted as princ-
pal of the high school; Splendid teacher. Miss
Juletta Stanley will be retained as teacher Of the
primary, she having no superior in that depart
Inent. The sum Of Sl500 was expended last year
for school purposes. There probably will be but
two terms this year-summer and fall, and the sur
plus money laid ont in repairs the school
houxp
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YER MONT.
Murder.

Boston, April s.. George w. Jones of Bran
don, VT, was arrested and lodged in jail at Rut-
land. to-day, on charge Of killing the illegiti-
mate child of his unmarried daughter. a girl of
Is years. There is much feeling against Jones,
who has bad reputation and is believed to be
father of the child.
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KILOGRAMS IN GENERAL.

The danger signal is flying, wind west and
weather cloudy and cold, In MY.
An investigation Of the charge against the ST..
Louis misunderstanding employees for politi-
cal purposes-shows the charges false.
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Supreme judicial Court, Libbey j., Pre-
siding.

SATURDAY, April Sth.
The Abbott will case was proceeded with daring
the forenoon, two three witnesses the part Of
the contestants being examined, another son Of the
testator. James E., being the most important.
His testimony in chief was hardly concluded at the
noon recess. At this hour Mr.. Gould, of counsel
for the contestants, expressed desire that the
court might be Adjourned till next week, as he felt
fatigued and indisposed from such continuous la
bor and wished to return to his home in Thomas
ton TIE presiding Judge yielded, feeling no
doubt that the jurors and others concerned in the
trial must have become somewhat exhausted by
the severity of the week. work in an overcrowd-
ed room.
Adjourned to Monday at 10 A. NJ.