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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-07-06
THE s'DAY WE CELEBRATED IN
BANGOR.
GRAND PARADE OF MILITARY AND
CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS.
The Celebration Participated in by Il
Large Crowd Of People.

Bangor, July L. To-day opened pleasant and
in by national salute and ringing of bells, after
which the fantastic procession occurred. grand
civic. military and fremen's parade occurred dur
ing the forenoon in which the entire fire depart
ment, temperance societies, Crosby Guards IIamp-
den, Belfast City Guards, lIersey Light Infantry,
and Oldtown participated. Large crowds arrived
on the morning trains, and the streets have been
packed all day. After the parade the reading of
the Declaration of Independence by P. &. White,
Esq, was listened to, after which very eloquent
Grafton was delivered by Hon. E. b. Nealy. Din
ner was afterwards served to all in the procession
and invited guests. After dinner short addresses
were made by prominent gentlemen. 1t Is pro-
posed to enclose in box complete report of to-
days dolngs, to be preserved for our second cen
tennal After dinner there was grand display
at Holly water works.
game of base ball was played between the
Mu,uals of St. John, and Orients of this city,
which resulted in favor of the latter club by
score of Is to Is. The game was very exciting.
competition individual piize drill was held, and
Corporal Green and private Hathorn Of the Jane
son Guards. took the first and second prizes.
Sergeant Miles of the IIersey Light Infantry,
took the third prize.
Decorations were elaborate and profuse, and
many buildings are now brilliantly illuminated,
the most prominent of which is Wheelwright,
Clark & Co.'S block.
The celebration has been grand success, over
1000 people having participated in the parade.
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Engagements between
Turks and Servians.
A LARGE NUMBER KILLED
AND WOUNDED.
THE TURKS VICTORIOUS.
Washington, July 5.

Washington, July 5.
Aresterch Bey, Turkish minister plenipoten-
tiary to this country has received the following
dispatches from the minister Of foreign affairs:
To the Turkish Minister at Washington, d. c.
Constantinople, July 4. The Princes of Serva
and Montenegro, without any legitimate notice
been declared in war with US.
The Servians entered into our territory by three
different points. Troops have been sent out
against them. will inform you of the most i'm
portant incident that may occur.
Constantinople, July ). On the third of July
the Servians attacked the imperial troops encamp-
ed on the plains of Urkul. After an engage
ment of more than five hours tue enemy was re-
pulsed, leaving 800 dead in the field Our soldiers
captured great many rifles on the site of Behna.
AT the different engagements they had with the
Servians our troops have also been victorious.
They have captured prisoners and large qnanti-
tv OF rifles and inflicted losses amounting to about
200 dead and 400 wounded. In all these engage
our losses have been comparatively small.
London, July 5. A despatch from Bel grade
says the Servians captured Turkish outworks
near Bena, and the town of Belina is on fire.
New York, July ). special from CONSTANT
nople says the Servian army was encamped near
Urkul when the Turkish troops attacked them
and general engagement followed, and after
severe battle the Setvians were routed: 600 Ser
vians were killed and wounded and many prison.
ers taken. Turkish troops captured Is guns and
large quantity of military stores. There is
general rejoicing over the news in Constantinope,
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OF THE CENTENNIAL
FOURTH IN PORTLAND.
A Large Number Of People in Attendance

Portland, July 5. The Centennial Fourth was
celebrated in Portland by civic and military
procession in the forenoon and services at City
Hall in the afternoon, where the 1Iayden society
gave some fine musical selections. Hon. Geo
F. Talbot delivered an admirable Grafton, and
Gen. Samuel Anderson read the Declaration Of
Independence. The streets and dwellings were
largely decorated, and citizens and large crowd
from neighboring towns devoted themselves to the
occasion. A rowing AID sailing regatta took place
in the harbor, and races at Presumpscot Park
and base bail matches at the ball gro" rds Heavy
showers in the evening prevented the po,,i dis
play of illuminated historic tableaux, which were
to have moved through the streets in carriages.
1t started, but was forced to seek shelter. In
the four cared boat race the first prize of S7j was
won by the Centennial boat Club time, Is Al;
distance miles. Second prize, $50, was won by
the Union club. The race for single scull, two
miles, first prize of $40 won by A. Stewart; time
II Is. The races were postponed until Wcdnes.
day on account of the rain, one heat only being
trotted in the three minute class, and won by
Fancy in 43. In the sailing yacht race the first
class prize won by Viva. Second class
schooncr,by Casco; second class soop by Undine;
third class by Mischief.
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ENCOURAGING symptoms.

The cheering glow diflused throughout the sys.
TEN by Hostetters Stomach Btters the elasticity
of mind and body which they impart. and the dis
appearance which they cause of those vague, I'm.
easy feelings difficult to describe, are most en-.
couraging symptoms to the Responding invalid.
The sensation OF returning health is most delight
full one, and 10 enjoy it, those afflicted with dyspep:
STA, liver complaint, constipation, intermittent or
remttent fevers, lack of vitality, sleeplessness,
rheumatic nervous and urinary troubles, should
avail themselves without delay of this invaluable
ionic and corrective. Besides being specifically
adapted to the eradication OF these maladies, 1t is
wondrously effective in all diseases involving a
dimnution OF vital p0We r on account OF its proper
ties as general invigorant.
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Cincinnati Produce Market.

FREIGHTS - Grain ' steam. Eek d;
ed.
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STATE OF MAINE.

SOMERSET SS.-Court of County Commissioners,
March adjourned Term, May ~, A. D., 1876.
Upon the foregoing petition satisfactory evidence
having been received that the petitioners are re-
sponsIbl and ought 10 be heard touching the mat
set forth In their petition, it is Ordered that the
County Commissioners meet at the dwelling house
OF Isaac p. Andrews in No. |, Range 2, in Somerset
county, on Tuesday september 10Th, A. ID. 1876, at
ten O'Clock A. NJ and thence proceed to view the
route mentioned in said petition; and on the next
day, Wednesday, September 10Th, at 10 O'Clock A.
NJ hearing of the parties will be had at the
house Of Albert Howes in said plantation,
and such further measures taken in the
premises as the Commissioners shall judge
proper. And it is further Ordered that notice
OF the tine, place and purposes OF the
commissioners meeting Aforesaid, be given to AL
persons and corporations interested, by publishing
an atesled copy OF tne petition aioI esaid with this
order thereon, six weeks successfully In the SOM
erset Reporter, II public newspaper printed at
SkoN hogan. in said county, and IN the kenuebec
journal, n pubic newspaper printed AZ August,
in Kennetec county, by the printers TO the State
the publication OF the same to be at least thirty days
before the time appointed Tor said view that all in
t.rested may then app ear and be heard, II they
think proper. ~ -
Attest: - l.. II. WEBB, Clerk.
A true copy OF The petition and order OF court
thereon.
6w2s Attest l.. IL. W EBB, CLERK.
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FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
IN MACHIAS.
The Grandest Demonstration ever Wit.
messed i'm the Town.

Machas July L. No Fourth of July celebra-
ton in its completeness ever surpassed that OF to-
day. Twenty mechanical trades were represent
ed in the procession, also a sloop on wheels, rep
resenting the "Unity," that engaged and captured
the "Margaretta" in l77j. One car contained
thirteen girls, representing the original states
Three Sunday Schools, two fire companies, Brad
bury Post G.. A. R., and a mounted company OF
Contnen,als were in the parade. Geo. Leavltt
was President of the day, John f. Lynch, reader
of the Declaration of Independence, John L.
Dcnworth orator.
National salu.es were fired morning and eve
ming There was tub race, log, foot and sack
races, matched game of base ball, fire works and
open air concert by the band, which concluded
the exercises of the day.
There was grand centennial celebration at
East Macaias.
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The American People.

No people in the world suffer as much with
Dyspepsia as Americans. Although years of ex-
perience in medicine had failed to accomplish a
certain and sure remedy for this disease and its
effects, such as Sour Stomach HEARTBURN, Water
brash, Sick Headache, Cositiveness, palpitation
of the Heart, Liver Complaint, coming up of the
the introduction of Green's August Flower We be-
eve there is no case of Dyspepsia that cannot be
immediately relieved. 10000 dozen sold last year
without one case of failure reported Go to your
Druggist and get Sample Bottle for 10 cents and
try it. Two doses will relieve you. Regular size
IS cents juneS fTT&S&w
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Chicago Produce Market.

chicago, July ), 1876.
Flour-extra spring 25a5 90.
wheat No. spring spot l03La; June 1861
July l0jIa--.
Corn,-No. , mixed. spot AJAX; August i61sa;
July 1874; june 43sat6as.
Oats-No. :. 3t-a- epot July 49, ago. May
June 80.
Eye-NO. 2, ASK.
Barley-No. spring js-a spot; "a May;
June ej-a.
Dressed Hogs-9 65a9 IS.
FOX ala 50a60 spot: 10 Goa Aug;
- May June 20 2+-a00 July 10 50B
Lard - III IA II 80 spot, II 37tsa- July;
May II; June III Is d.
Bulk Meats shoulders 7haH short rib mid
10 az short clear mid I0&Sl0s.
Hams Is MS average a.
Wh,skey-ll0 "a.
Freights--Corn to Buffalo, -o3x; wheat do 34
.tecepts-l7,000 dour; LIS 900 wheat 1876 900 corn
900 oata; 1900 rye. 5000 bar.ey.
Shipments 1000 hour; 10000 wheat 693 $50
corn iZii.O o oats: 1910 barley 1900 rye.
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KENNEBEC COUNTY.-Ia Probate Court, at
augusta, on the fourth Monday ofJane, 1876.
MARY ). BAILEY, Administratrix on the
wi tate of Asa Bailey, late OF West Watervil e.
in said county, deceased having petitiened for H.
cense to sell at iubic auction or private sale, the
ment OF debts, sc, viz: A small dwelling house
and lot, about Two and half miles from Fan ming
ton Hili:
ORDERED, That notice thereof be given three
weeks successfully, prior TO the fourth Monday OF
July next, in the kennebec Journal, "a newspaper
printed ia Augusta, that all persons interested may
attend al Court of Probate, then to be holden at
Augusta, and show cause, If any, why the prayer
Ii. X. BAKER Judge.
Attest. CHARLES HEWINs, Register. SwSS
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Ira nsnctions In Real Estate.

The following are the sales OF real estate IN
Kennebec county, for the month ending June 80
AUGUsTA.-W. H. Holmes to Caleb Packard,
land and buildings, $3.50; V: d. Pinkham to
City of Augusta, land, 5000; Milliken 4 Pike to
seth G. Morrow, land, $3.50; L. 6. Haskell to
IIallowell Savings Bank, land, $500; II. P.
Young to E. L. Moore, real estate, $500; J. II.
Dudley to Patrick Donovan, land, 1925; NJ. X.
Chisam to Alfred Shaw, land, $780, Alfred Shaw
to Mary j. Shaw, land and buildings, $1,000; Orea
FARMINGpALE.-M. B. Deering to z. S. Par
ker, land and buildings Ss25; A. E. Cunning
ham to Aaron Brann land, $3.50; Aaron Brann ia
Alvin Brann, land, $3.50; James Dudley to II. b
Colcord, land, $50; J. IL. Rice to ii. b. Cocord
GARDISER.-H. b. Booker to A. B. Wyman
land and buildings. $l45O; r. II. Gardiner ct al
to Rebecca Potter, land, $50; r. II. Gardiner e.
al. to Q. P. Philbrick, land, $500 o; T. Phil,
brick to NJ. E. Phlbiick, land, $780, Aaron
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-07-06

On the occasion of passing his seventy sixth an
nual milestone, the family connections OF Mr.
Lewis B. IIamen of this city, had grand iaml,
gathering, in his honor, at the residence OF MIR
Eben Sawyer, son-iu- law to MIR. Hamlen. Some
fifty members of the family were present, including
children and chldren's children, gathered togeth
er, happy, joyous company. Refreshments, such
as cake, ice cream, lemonade, etc, were furnish
ed in great abundance. Although he has attained
great age, our respected fellow citizen has not a
grey hair in his head we don't mean by this that
his head could be used as a skating rink, for ma
turc has been wonderfully kind to him in that as
In OF her matters.
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ROCKLAND CELEBRATES THE 4TH
OF JULY.

Rockland, Jaly 4. The day has been celebrated
here with bells. salu,es, procession, trial OF en-
gues, sailing and rowing regatta, tub and foot
races, and other diversions, ending with an ora
ton by Prof. A. A. Woodbridge this evening.
AT the trial of engines, between n. A. Burpee
No. of this city, and Tiger No. of Warren, for
prize of $50. the former played Is: feet and the
latter 1872 feet inches.
A matched game OF base bali between the Diri-
Cos of this city, and picked nine, was broken up
BY the heavy shower
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leQal ADVERTISEMENTS.
PETITION.

To the Honorable County Commissioners for the
c0uHty Of Somerset
w T., the unaei signed. citizens OF No. l, RaRge
w and vicinity, in Somerset county, respect
fully represent that public convenience and neces.
sity require "A location of road, commencing at the
west eud OF the road now made, rear the Bray
place, called thence westerly t. mtersect Uith
the Canada read. called at the most con venient
place between Albert Howe's house and Isaac Z.
Andrews This is to extend the road through
where i is supposed to have been lost by delay of
opening. We therefore pray your Honors, TO view
SAID route and make such location you, in your
judgment may think proper.
ISAAC Z. ANDREWS and II others.
No. Range Plantation, March :, 1916.
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DAM ARISCOTTA.
The 4th.

Damaii scotta, July 4. The Centennial Fourth
was appropriately celebrated by Damariscotta and
Newcastle Yesterday. The main features Of the
day were ringing of bells, salutes of cannon at
sunrise, noon and sunset, rowing regatta, pro-
cession of bands, fire companies, municipal au-
thorities, citizens, trial of fire engines historic
sketch of Damariscotta and Newcastle, which was
delivered by General J. A. Hall. The village was
crowded all day with people from all parts of the
country.
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'.OUR NATIONS BIRTHDAY"-IT IT'S
OBSERVANCE WATERVILLE.
4 Pair of Silv.r Torches Won by the
TicOnic Fire Company.

Waterville, July 4. The Fourth has been OBJ
served here with great enthusiasm, by the firing
of national salutes, parade of antiques and hor-
lble. also parade of the several civic and militia
ry organizations, with public dinner at the hall.
There was trial of engines for a pair of silver
torches, and the Ticonc Ones of Watervlle won
the prizes. Many of the public and private deco
ratons are tasteful and elegant. This evening the
town is generally illuminated and the display of
fireworks is numerous.
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GRAND CELEBRATION OF THE
FOURTH IN EASTPORT.

Eastport, July 5. The largest and most success
full celebration ever in Eastern Maine, took place
the 4th. In the forenoon there was a procession,
consisting of the Grand Army of the Republic,
officers and sailors of the revenue cutter Wood
bury, representatives of trade, Knights Templars,
Temple of Honor, Fire Department. Calais and
Pembroke bands; chief marshall, Maj. A. II.
Bibber. Houses, stores and public buildings
were all decorated with English and American
flags, bunting and shields. Literary exercises
were held at the Baptist church, orator, E. w.
French The Declaration of Independence was
read by E. S. Livermore; Chaplain, Rev. Mr..
IIarwood. In the afternoon a sailing and rowing
regatta and she'll race. The Quoddy Ripple of
Campabelo, beat the Ross crew Of st. John.
Band concert in the evening and fireworks. Larg-
est crowd ever in Eastport. Excursions by steam
ers came from St. John, Grand Menan and St.
Andrews, n. B., Calais, Robbinston, Pembroke
and Lubec. 1t was the warmest day Of the season.
Everything passed off satisfactorily. There was
not the slightest accident.
..nI'R N.ATIn\sS RIRTHnN IT'S
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Yesterday forenoon Mr.. \. w. Downs, living
at Pettingls corner, brought to Hovey's store a
parlor organ for repairs. While his wagon con-
tanning the instrument was standing in front OF
the store the horse became frightened and started
on the run up Water street The horse and chase
of Mr.. l.. W. Lithgow was standing in front OF
Dunnipgs store, and his team also Joined the run
away. When opposite Parsons store the organ
was pitched out and badly demolished, while the
body of the wagon and hind wheels were left as
an accompaniment. Mr.. Downs horse, with the
forward wheels, then ran through the bridge, and
was caught just aftes he emerged. The Lithsow
team was caught near the Farmers Hotel, the
chaise being but slightly damaged.
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Forty.Fourth Congress First Session.
SENATE.

Washington, July 5.
On motion of Mr.. Morrill, of Me-, it was or
dered that when the Senate adjourned to day it be
to meet at IL O'Clock tomorrow.
Mr. Wright introduced bill to amend the sec
ton of the act of May II, 1864, for a grant of
lands in the State of Iowa to aid IN the construc-
ton of a railroad in said State.
Referred to committee on public lands.
Adjourned.
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LUDEC.
The Gel bratiOn.

EAstport, July S. AT Lubec to-day, national sa-
lutes were fired. bells were rung, fantasies parad-
ed. and procession of Sunday school officers,
Good Templars, barge containing 80 young ladies,
soldiers of 1912, among them Peter McCurdy,
aged 1903. One thousand persons partook of a free
chowdcr Races, rowing regatta and fireworks
completed the days programme. George Com
stock acted as President of the day, A. b. Sum-
ner, Marshal, and NJ. NJ. Foster orator.
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THE CELEBRATE OFTHE 4TH IN
CAMDEN AND WARREN.

Camden, July 5. The centennial anniversary
of the nation, and of the town of Warren, was
celebrated ON Mount Pleasant, which commands
a full view of Knox county. Over 1000 were
present. The Grafton was delivered by 7. X. ST.
monitor, Esq. of Camden, and brief addressed
were made by Gen. Tillson and Others
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LEWISTON.
The big Balloon.

Lewiston, July 5. The balloon. Getty Of Lewis
iston" descended oIe and half miles from Litch-
field Corner, in q half hour after starting. 1t
landed in the woods and was somewhat torn.
Death.
Geo. Cleaves of Saco, was taken to the station
last night; q physician was summoned, who did
all that could be done, but Cleaves died at
O'Clock to-day. Age, "a.
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SCARBORO.
Another Victim of Rum.

Biddeford, July 5. James Morrison of Scar
boro, while intoxicated, was run over by the boat
express ON the Eastern road Tuesday evening,
and both legs cut off. He died at the Saco Hotel
Tuesday evening.
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FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL.
New York Money Market.
EVENING REPORT.

New YORK, July D, loI6.
Money was easy II 31aa2 per cent. on call. For
eign exchange firm at ASS -aeS- Tor bankers long
and $50 also - for demand. Gold opened at li!3.
and closed at MS. Loans l and per cent.
Customs receipts, $4,000. Treasury dis
bursed s9o',jOJ in GOLD, 1850 Tor bonds
and $l9,4!O i'll silver. Carrying rates wtIe
and 2 per cent
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The several committees of the approaching con-
solidated exhibition of the State Agricultural So
ciety and Stock Breeders Association, at Port
land, have been announced. Among those from
this section who are on them are the following
Jerseys-P C. Bradford, Winthrop.
Herefords- Geo. Reynolds, Vassalboro'.
Holsteins-H. G. Abbott, No. Vsssalboro'.
Pedigree-Jos. Percival, Waterville.
Cross Breeds-Howard Pettingill, Augusta.
Fat Cattle and Sheep-E b. Thorn, Augusta.
Plowing-A. G. Davis, Farmingdale.
Horses-W. NJ. Thayer, Augusta.
Farm and Garden Crops-Ira E. Getcbell, No
Vassalboro'.
Factory Goods-S. l.. Boardman, Augusta.
Household Fabrics-Mrs. Mary L. Robbins
Winthrop.
Needle and Fancy Work-Mrs. W. S. Tlton
Togus.
Dairy Products, etc.-C. 3. Lakin, Augusta
Mrs. n. r. Boutelle, Waterville.
Fruits-A. C.. Carr, Z. Winthrop.
Flowers-Mrs. Peter De Rocher, Waterville
Mrs. w. L. S. Whitman, Augusta; II. N. Ather
ton, HallOwell.
Table Luxuries-J. r. Nelson, Winthrop.
4 Hardware, ctc-Chas. A. Wing, Winthrop.
Mineral ard Botanical-Dr. W. d. Lapham
Augusta.
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Winthrop Locals.

Your correspondent had the pleasure Of attend
ing the Friends Monthly Meeting held at Bailey
vile last Friday and very full house there was.
The services were conducted by Phebe A. Sands
of New York. Rachel Binford of Tennessee, and
David Douglass Of Indiana. 1t was very inter-
esting meeting.
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NOVA SCOTIA.
Fourth Of July Celebration.

Halifax, July 5. Judge jackson, American
consul at this place. held levee yesterday which
was attended by a large number of leading cti-
zens. Flags Of American vessels in port were fly
ing in honor of the day.
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TIIOM ASTON.
Drowned.

Thomaston. July S. A young man named
Ridley Noteworthy about 10 years of age. was
drowned here yesterday afternoon by the upset
ting of sail boat. His body has not yet been
recovered.
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Weather ProbabiIitie. for To-day.

For the Middle and the New England States
falling followed by rising barometer, brisk and
southerly winds veering to cooler westerly and
diminishing in torce, and raining succeeded by
clearing weather.
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The few families now on Squirrel Island did rtt
escape the annual demonstration usually made by
the bows on the advent of the Fourth Of July. AT
midnight sharp, of Monday, catching the Esprit OF
49, they perambulated the island with horns,
n pans Serving as drums) bells, etc, and vocal
music awakening the slumberers, who had laid
down to rest with the idea that they were far away
from all such patriotic nusances. n huge bonfire
on the poiut" lighted up the sea with its iilumin-
ation Excursionists from various quarters flock
ed to the Island during the Fourh-the Henry
Morrison" bringing a crowd from the upper Ken
nebec and the nice little steamers "Samoset" and
"Sasanoa" landing several excursion parties from
Bath and elsewhere, the Winnegance Band fur
nshing music that foa,ed over the water with
fine effect. The national salutes fred from the
heavy guns at Portland and Fort Popham were
distinctly heard at sunrise, noon and sunset In
the evening the Islanders had display of fire.
works.