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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01
Sidney Locals.

A correspondent iu Sidney writes, under date
ofthe Both
To be in fashion, we should, suppose talk OF
fires, accidents, tramps, fast colts big pigs, and
declare that we cut the most hay, raise the larg.
est crops of all kinds, make more lt-edged but
ter than any other town in all creation, and the
rest of mankind" never looked upon such eggs
as our biddies lay. Our cockerels crow louder
and stand up straighter than the bird who stood
so long in the Boston Post. Wonder if the SUI
preme court issued an injunction restraining that
bird
The fact Is, we are almost entirely an agricul
turai community, we have no manufacturing es.
Adjustments or power to propel them, our streams
like the old ladies soap, come and 20. The sur.
plus water of the famous bueberry bog, run,
through Sidney, ard enters the kennebec at Low.
Joys ferry, power of itself in the rainy season.
but crossed dry shod in the summer time.
In days of old when lumber and bark were plen
ty, there was sawmill and a tannery on the bog
stream at the crossing of the river road, near the
ferry. This in connection with store which dis
pensed dry goods and groceries, made quite a
business place, but time has left nothing but the
foundation of the saw mill. and few old tumble
down buildings; except friend Cutler, who pays
the highest price for wool skin to pull, not over
your eyes, for he belongs to that class who holds
to doing as he would be done by.
came near forgetting Lew, the ferry man, who
with boats, large and small, will glide you over
the old Kennebec safe and sound at a reasonable
rate. Remember to blow the horn on the Vassal-
boro side and don't forget that if you come this
way you can get out Of town without making back
tracks.
Since my remembrance in good old democratic
times, the best OF Medford could be bought for
thIty-seyen cents per gsllon,or three cents glass
including sugar and who dare say these republican
are not times cruel when poor fellow has to pay
from fifteen to twenty five cents for small drink,
andiperhaps next morning breakfast on the hill with
Thompson: Who says We don't need a change of
administration
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01
STATE NEWS.

The mission school for several years past in op
Grafton in Saeo. and now under the successful
management of Mr.. j. L. Baxter, is in need of
funds for its maintenance. This school numbers
between sixty and seventy scholars. and its adj
vantages to those who attend, and to the city a.
well, cannot be easily estimated. As education is
one of the best precautions against life of crime
and poverty, every city can well afford 10 support
an institution that promises SO good resuls.-fS a-
co Independent.
We are deeply panied 10 learn of the sudden
death, on Saturday, from diphtheria, of Or. c. p.
Loring Of Prov violence. r. |. DR.. Loring was the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01
Chicago Produce Market.

Chicago, J AN. 81, I3ii.
FLOUR-EXtra spring, 81 COi7 20.
WIFE Ar-No. spring, 25is il25is cash, III
co.; February | 27A March No. 3, lj--
a. rejected, a5-a-i OIL.
CoRN-No. mixed, l2H cash. February, r.
March, A..
OATS Ne: q S5}.a-c. cash, Sji.-e.; Febru
airy, 80 &C March Sc.
RIE-No. ?, &c.
BARLtI-NO.2 spring, & aG2-c.
POkk-Cash, l6 31'.aiO 30, all year, % 90; Feb
uary, II l2h.
LARD-Cash, 10 IL cash; 10 s2'.alO Febru
arg; local .0j- March.
BULK MEATs-Shoulders, 6-a-c.; short rib
sides, sta &C.; short clear rib, sac.
WHlSkEI-We-tern, / 10.
tRkIGiiIS-Corn to Buffalo, jac.; wheat do.
ia5c.
REC ElPrS- 5000 flour; 1900 wheat; llG,0O(
corn; $4,000 oats II 100 rye, 1900 barley.
SHlPME>TS-I@,0U0 hOur, 900 wheat; II 00(
corn 70 900 ats $500 barley 1000 rye.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

We desire to call particular attention to the lee
ture to be given at the Methodist church, TIL:
evening by Rev, II. w. Bolton of Lewiston, pas
tor Of the Park street church in that city. Mr.
Bottoms subject is "The Three HIS that Win, oil
Hand, Head and Heart, as seen in a successful
life" This lecture has been delivered in other
places with great success, and all who attend to-
night will be amply repaid Mr.. Bolton is one Of
the ablest aud most eloquent pulpit orators in the
Stata
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

There is to be grand masked ball aud instru
mental concert, at Wilson Hall, in Hallowell
Monday evening, Feb. 18th. 1t is intended to
make this the event of the season in Hallowcll
Geo. E. Hayden Of Boston, is the costumer, and
music will be furnished by Hanpagan's Full Or
chestrs. The well known carlerer, Mr.. J.W. Brock,
IS to furnish the supper.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

The Trustees Of the Normal Schools held ses
sion at tine State House yesterday. The full
board was present, Gov. Conner, State Supern
tendent Corthel Messrs. Pullen, Dresser, Stew
ems, Kuowlton and Libbey. They closed up the
business left over from the last meeting, and dis
cussed various subjects relating to the two norma
schools, that are in excellent condition. The leg
islative appropriation last year was inadequate to
the wants Of the schools, and the Trustees recon
mend an additional appropriation OF 81, 900 fol
this year.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

The first night Of the Masonic levee opened with
an immense crowd. The burlesque on Masonry
is really rich and laugbable, and although furnish
ing lots of amusement TO the outside crowd, is
best appreciated by those within the fraternity
We hope it will be repeated tonight, as we under
stand it will be. The Cinnamon bear was a grand
success, better even than the travelling original
1t was a Rowser in every respect. The sales at
tie tables and for the gift enterprise were large.
Tie levee will continue this and tomorrow eve
ming
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01
NORTH CAROLYN


RALEIGH January 81. The democrats have
reported bill to the state senate which takes the
election of justice Of the peace frem the people
and authorizes the governor 10 appoint them
This will give the democrats control of every
county in the state.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01
WYOMING TERRITORY.
Indian Matters

New YORK, January 81. The Tribune special
from the Red Cloud agency, reports hostile In
dams encamped on the Yellows stone, near the
mouth of Powder river. Crazy Horse has twelve
hundred lodges.
General Crook will confne the winter campaign
to efforts to bring in the hostile through the
friendly Indians.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

ments.
STATE.
5. C.. Hatch, Bangor, ]. p. & q.
Geo. Martin Oliver, Scarboro', TaSidetmis'.
COUNTIES.
Nathaniel /. Jordan, Auburn, J. 7. x q.
William d. Roak, Durham, "
Andrew j. Berry, Smyrna, Trial Justice.
Peter Gagnon, Frenchyle, j. =. Il q.
Moses Whitney, Weston, "
Stephen l.. Tabor, lioulton, d"
Peter Chas. keegan, Van Buren, J. p. i Q
Mathew Adams, Portland, Coroner.
Frank W. Robinson, Portland, Notary Public
+. Dudley Freeman, Yarmouth, j. z. K Q.
+. II. Staples, Bridgton, J. p, 4 q.
Frederick &. Nash, Portland, j. +. &. q.
Geo +. McQuillan Casco, Notary Public
David Torrey, Deering, j. p. K q.
John W. Munger, Portland,
Henry Il. Weber, Phillips,
Caleb ID. Stevens, Eus,s,
Jas. Morrison, Jr, Phillips, Dedimus Justice
Henry r. Milliken, Surry, J. p. 4 @.
Henry 5. Webster, Gardner, Notary Public.
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ILLINOIS.
Custom Frauds.

New YORK, January 81 The Ierali's ChicA-
80 special gives account Of an interview with
the ex-appraiser of this port, Mr.. Ham. He de-
clares that he informed Secretary Bristow of the
frauds practced by importers, and submitted a
plan to prevent their continuance, which was fay
ored by all the officials except Brstow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

The Receivers Of the American Bank in Halo
we'll have been paying a dividend of IS per cent
o. outstanding certificates since March. 1875 No
ce of this fact has been fully given, but notwth
standing this quite a number of certificates art
still outstanding, and Judge Baker has sent ou
circulars announcing that fact to parties tina
ought TO be interested in receiving the dividends
that await their order.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

We are panied to record this morning the death
of Hon. Warren Percval of Vassalboro', that &C.
cured at his home yesterday. Almost three
months since Mr.. Percival was stricken with con-
gestion Of the lungs, and although he rallied at
one time from the attack. for several weeks past
he has been gradually failing. Mr.. Percval has
represented this county in the State Senate, has
been President and Trustee of the Maine State
Agricultural Society, member of the Board of
Agriculture, and Selectman of Vassalboro' several
terms. He was large stock trader and deeply
interested in agriculture, being one of the most
progressive farmers in the county. He was re-
spected and beloved by his fellow citizens of Vas
salboro, and in fact throughout the State, and his
death is public calamity. Mr.. Percval was
about IS years Of age.
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Dtfp.

At Cross Hin, Vassalboro' 2sth ult., Jethro Gar.
diner, aged about 70 years.
In Brunswick, 30tn ult., Mrs. Hannah White,
aged 81 years; Frederick Bibber aged y years
Waitshill Merryman, aged SO years.
In Boston Mass, Chas r. Stetson, son of Chas
p. Stetson, formerly Of brunswick, aged 20 years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01
Weather indications for To-day.

For the Middle AMI New England States,
falling followed by a rising barometer, southery
winds veering to westerly probably increasing to
brisk along the New England coast, light rain in
New England and eastern New York, and sue.
ceeded by warmer, clear or clearing weather.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

The Free Baptist Society at South Gardiner
have recently given Mr.. j. F. Bartlett of Bates
Theological Seminary, recently of this city, an
invitation 10 become their pastor for the coming
year; which invitation was reluctantly declined
on accoun t of college duties.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

The Seaside Oracle says OF the representative
in the legislature from Bath:
sour Representative in the Legislature is
evincing lively and active interest in all matters
of importance to his constituency. Many orders
have been introduced by him, in furtherance OF
the business welfare, not only of his own immed-
late borough, but the whole coast wise population.
lie seems to keep in. view the fact Qost sight of
by too many that the prosperity of each indi-
vidual section is best promoted by the prosperity
ofs all
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

At an election held in the Armory of the Cap
ital Guards. Tuesday evening, for the purpose of
choosing officers for the company of Cadets known
as tho Conner Guards, Co. &C. Frederick E.
Lally was elected Captain; Arthur s. Pinkham,
LIST Lieut.; and Elbridge w. Moore, 2nd Lieut.. /;
Orderly Sergeant, s. H. Russell, presided. This
company is composed of boys from our High and
Grammar Schools. There are already two COM
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01
PORTLAND.
The Water Power Question.

PORTLAND, January 81. In the Presumpscot
river water case, to-day, Judge Virgin decided
that an engineer be appointed to take admeasure-
ments at the lake three successive days to see if
water materially lowered. If SO, gates to be ad-
justed so as to prevent any material dmnuon of
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IA ANSAS.
Caucus,

TOPEKA, January 81 An anti Plumb caucus
which in session the greater part of last night
had meeting this morning, and after numerous
ballots nominated D. Z. Low of Fort Smith.
Senatorial.
The joint convention met at noon and the six
teenth ballot resulted in SO votes for Plumb and
SO for Low, and Plumb was declared elected.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

The recent dramatic performance at Belgrade
Hill, for the benefit Of fund to repair the old
church, was very successful. A good house
greeted the company with their presence.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

Regular meeting Of Seth Williams Post, G. A
r. this evening. cordial invitation is extended
to comrades stopping in the city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01
NE W JERSEY.
Fife.

Fife.
NEWARK, January 81. A barber shop, cigar
store, and a carriage factory adjoining, were
burned last night in Montcar, New Jersey. To-
tai loss Sl2 600.
Railroad Matters.
It is rumored in Wall street that receiver for
the New Jersey Central Railroad will be appoint
ed shortly.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

We learn that sleigh overturned in the tieets
Tuesday evening, and that two men fell out.
Neither was much hurt. but there will probably
be another law suit against the city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

The Baptist sociable will meet this evening
with Mrs. Howard Owen on Sewall street. Sup
per served at seven. The friends of the society
are invited.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

Work is progressing on the Cushnoc House,
Transforming portion of it into an apothecary
stand, to be occupied by DR.. Croker, as we IN
derstand.
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NOVA SCOTIA.
Drowned.

HALIFAX, January 81. The steamer Allambra
from St. Johns, Newfoundland, arrived to-day.
Capt Bridge Of the brig Pearl from Glace Bay
for ST. Johns, fell from the foretop yard and was
| drowned.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

The Masons of Belgrade are to have their an
nual levee sometime near the last of February.
1t will be held in their hall at Belgrade Depot
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

The legislative committee on Finance yesterday
visited the Maine General Hospital at Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

The people Of Pittston were highly gratifed and
entertained by the public readings given by Prof.
j. w. V. Rich, of Maine Wesleyan Seminary and
Female college, at the NJ. E. church, Saturday
evening
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Explanation.

PITTsBURG, January 81. The national tube
works company state the article from Boston APP
pearing in this mornings paper, is the product OF
discharged clerk and that alleged difference be-
tween the company and government is one of old
standing, and originated at time when they
were importing largely Of foreign iron. The sum
in dispute amounts to much less than $1,000, and
can be easily aud satisfactorily explained. They
state that the whole business is one Of black
mail
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01
Death

Eli Webb, eighty years of age, dropped dead
tonight. He was formerly street commissioner,
and was the father of Hon. Nathan Webb. L. 6
district attorney.
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YER MONT.
Fire.

BENNINGTON, January 81. The Colburn
House at Factory Point was partially burned at
o clock this morning. Loss $4,000; insured.
A Large Request.
ST. JoHNsBURY January 81. The will of the
late Arunch Huntington of Banford, Z. O. left to
the State of Vermont to be used as fund for the
benefit Of common schools, an estate Of $202 900.
He was a native Of Vermont.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

In the fall of 1875, Stephen Brown, trustee of a
school district in Northumberland, N. Y, engag-
ed John Williams to teach school during the win
ter term. Before the term opened the trustee
changed his mind, employed another teacher, and
informed Mr.. Williams that his services were not
required Mr.. Williams by the advice of his
counsel, presented himself to take charge of the
school. and not being allowed to teach, waited I'M
til the term expired, and then brought suit in
covered the amount claimed, with costs. The
trustee appealed, but last week, by the advice of
his counsel, he consented to allow judgment to be
affirmed. The costs of appeal bring the amount
up to Sill so. The trustee has learned the
wholesome lesson that school teachers have their
rights as well as Other people.
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each House, but in this the speaker did not az
Settled.

L 80 - $50 80 ~lNNhNA Wv NV ~
The first installment of $500, 900 due by Mexi
| co to the United States, under the convention Q
July 4, 1868, for the settlement of claims in com
p.lance with the terms of that convention, an
then Elm stipulated was to- day paid to the Secre
| tary OF State, by the Mexican minister Don X
nacio Mariscal.
Investigation.
The select committee on pri, ilegcs of tn,
House had before 1t to-day two witnesses whc
gave testimony ola highly important characte
affecting the integrity OF the Louisiana Returning
Board The following is the most important 0
the testimony:
John +. Pickett was sworn and examined. An
attorney-atlaw resident OF Washington.
ma returning board
Answer-I have.
Own you produce il ;
Al Handing it to Field. 1t is what purrort.
TO be his handwriting. i am not familiar with il.
Mr.. Field read the letter ~ f,T' Tvs
New Orleans, Ao,. -. i5,d.
Name cat out.l My Dear Sr-You fully un,
derstand the situation. Can you not advise will
me relative thereto.
Yours very truly. J.MADIsoN WELLS.
Q.-l ask you 10 say how the letter came into
your hands and what he did under ii. You NAV
go on and state anything Of that sort.
A.-The person referred TO is subpuned and Is
now in this building.
referred to my personal friendship for him oil
long standing. hoped that if there should be a
disturbance there, as had occurred on previous oc
casons, no harm hould bofall him. BY some
means he obtained information Of my having writ.
ten such letter, and when he came back to
Washington he repaired to my office on Thursday
the 23d of Nov, and stated to me fully the con-
dtion OF affairs in Louisiana. lie said his SYN.
pathes were With the south, and with what was
right and that be had In his possession, which he
exhibited to me, a sealed letter purportug TO be
from Mr.. Wells to Senator West.
My informant said, have read this letter. II
is sealed. ] cannot open it, Of course, nor ould
have you do it If you would, but IT informs Sen
ator West that the democrats have put up mil
lion of money, and that we (meaning the repnbli
| cans would need a million down there to settle
this thing to couuteract that. He said he did no
feel disposed to deliver that letter. that it was no
obligatory on him, and that if he followed the
wishes of bis heart and the dictates of his judg
ment, he would cndeayor to have these gentle
men supplied with what they needed, so as to de
termine the result, and he asked me whether
had any objection TO cooperate with him. ! sale
professionally cannot, but in view Of the mag
nitude of the interests at stake, | have no hesita
rion to do all that is IN my little power"
have not seen him since my interview will
him, which was on the last Sunday Of the month
Of November.
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without the intervention or action ofthe Trustees
to whom 10 con6ded the authority to determine
the time and place Of holding the meeting.
The Trustees, by the organic act, who were to
be elected annually, have been elected biennslly
and some times for three years; when there were
six trustees, two had been elected for three years
and four have held over all of which IS not In
conformity TO the act of 1870, which provides for
an annual election.
The Secretary has uniformly called the annual
meetings in conformity with the changing By
Laws without the action direction or in the
name of the trustees.
With these defects in the proceedings and rec
ords of the society, your committee are of the
opinion that the election Of officers at the meet
ing held August 3lst, 1876, is invalid, and would
recommend that measures be taken to organize
the society anew by application to mag istrate TO
call meeting for that purpose, at which officers
may be elected, a code of Bylaws adopted, and
the proceedings of all the meetings, since the
adoption of the act Of March lst, 1870 be con
frmed and made valid.
Respectfully submitted.
JAMES w. NORTH
VIM. S. TILroN SCommit:ee.
s. WATSON,
Augusta, January 81, 1877.
The report was accepted. As this decides that
the Society is to all ntents and purposes dead
the following committee was appointed to make
application to a Justice of the Peace for war.
rant under which to reorganize: j. w. North
Jr., d. NJ. Dunham, Ira ID. Sturgis.
The next meeting will be called by the com
mtce.
Adjourned.
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Aoral anu State Mems.
The last month Of winter.

LAUNDERING is brisk on the Carrabassett waters
and large amount 10 being put in.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01

The artesan well which il being formed on the
premises Of DR.. Brickett has reached q depth of
more than sixty feet, without striking water. The
boring has almost entirely been through sand
The operation is quite simple the work being
done by an augur seventeen inches broad, which
being filled W it'll earth is hoisted and emptied
Three men do the work, two doing the boring and
the third tending the derrick. If water is obtained
the price is one dollar per foot, otherwise nc
charge is made. The invention was made by Mr.
Pierce of Illinois, and the gentleman who ha;
charge of the work at DIR. Brckett's holds the
right to use the invention in this county.
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Attention is called to the advertisement Of the
County Commissioners in another column.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-01
PIANOS !!

Cheap, but not cheap Panos, from various relia
bic makers at lowest prices and all warranted
The greatest variety Of frst-class instruments in
the state, cued from large stocks thus obtaining
choice selections. Cash buyers cannot afford 10
ignOre this stock.
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FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL.
New York Money Market.

EyrSITc REPoRF-
New York, Jan. g. Isl.
Money was easy at 1 LAB per cent on call. For.
elgn exchangeduil at 4s35 .ais4 for bankers long
and 10 ais5's Tor lemaud. Gold opened at i05i i
aud closed at 1853. Loans - ) - per cent
Customs receipts, - 300 Treasury dlsbursed
81 'OlOin crest .2.5,p00 ter bonds and 0JU cr
silver