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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

Two or three weeks since, we announced the
serious illness OF Hon. Joseph A. Sanborn Of Hail.
DWELL 1t has proved to be bis last sickness, and
since that announcement he has been gradually
failing, and died yesterday morning. at the age OF
sixty three years aud four months.
Mr.. Sanborn was born in Readfield; his father
was Peter Sauborn. His early life was spent in
Kingston, n H., where with his uncle he was in
the curriers' business. At the age of twenty -one
he returned to Read6eld, and pursued that BUSH
ness, in connection with the oil cloth business, in
company with his brother, Peter F. Sanborn, un-
der the well known firm of z. F. & j. A. Sanborn.
ms he continued actively until he removed to
fiallowell IN 1873, making that city his home.
While in Readhed he filed several offices of
trust and responsibility, being on the board of
Seiectmen, representative to the leg islature, and
one of the Senators from Kennebec county. He
has also served in the Executive Council, and act
ed as State Treasurer under Gov. A. Z. Morrill,,
in 1855, when Hon. Woodbury. Davis, elected to
the place, was appointed to position on the Su-
pfeme bench. lis power has been actively felt
10 the politics Of kennebec county, formerly as
whig-in later years rs a republican from princi-
pie. Since his removal to Hallowell, be has not
participated actively in political affairs. At the
time OF his death be was Vice President of the
First National Bank in this city, in which be had
been Director for years, and was Director in
one of the Auburn banks. lie was an active
member of the NJ. Z. church, and one of the
Trustees of the Maine Wesleyan Seminary. He
was deeply interested in all usiness, moral and
religious movements, lending the weight of his
large influence 10 help them forward.
Mr. Sanborn was q man of great energy, but he
has been declining in health for some six months,
although he has kept about until within three
weeks. His disease was general prostration or
consumption and impoverishment of the blood.
Mr.. Sanborn leaves wife and two children.
Al
at his late residence on Summer street, at IL 80
o'clock, noon. The remains will then be taken to
Readfcld, where the funeral, under the manage
ment of Governor Morrill,, will be held at the
church, at O'Clock in the afternoon. The SER
mon will be preached by Rev. Stephen Allen,
ID. ID.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16
Chicago Produce Market.

chicago, July IA, 1871.
FLOUR-Extra spring % 75as 50.
WHEAT-No. spring, lAkal45 leash, l 40-a
0 90; July Al; August 201a No. 3. | 23-a2t
40 CO.; rejected, 95-a--
CORN-No. mixed, 4sh: sash ASK; July, ts1. /;
August 49,.
OATs-sl74c. cash.ls3sc July; 500 August.
RYE-No. 2, &c.
BARLEY-No.2 spring, 60 ats5c.
PORK - Cash, IL So-al3.2O-, July, ID Is I.
August, ID TX.
LARD Cash, sex cash; 9l0--a9l Is July
August 3 10 -a9.42h.
BULK MEATS-Shoulders, sac; short rib
sides, la &C; short clear rib, INA G.
WHIsKEY-Western, o..
tREIGHTS-Corp 10 Buffalo, Sc; wheat do,
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NEWS BY TELEGRAPH
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DAILY Eemnsase 5ournal.
WATERFORD.
Investigation.


BlDDEFoRD, July IA. Considerable excitement
prevailed in WATERFORD and vicinity, owing to ru-
mors that Anes Jefferson found dead and horri-
bly, mutilated on the track Of the Portland 4
Rochester Railroad, was first murdered By some
swedes and then the body placed on the track to
conceal the crime County Attorney Lunt order
ed an investigation, and to day Coroner Novel;
summoned jury. The body was exhumed, and
DIR. Hampton of this city, made an autopsy, which
showed beyond doubt that Jefferson was alive
when struck by the locomotive, and strong fumes
Of cider from the stomach would Indicate he was
intoxicated at the time. Many of the bones Of
bis body were soft as clay, owing to excessive use
of acids and liquors. The jury decided that Jel-
lerson was run over by the locomotive, July 9th,
and killed, and that no blame attaches to the
Company employees.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16
German ~.
France.
BASE BALL.

At Auburn, N. Y on Saturday, Auburns 9, and
Rochesters 6.
AT Chicago, Saturday, July IA, Chicagos T. and
Hartfords y.
AT Cincinnati, Saturday, July IA, Stars II, Gin
cnnatis 4.
AT st. Louis, Saturday, July IA, Browns 10,
Bostons 8.
At Wheeling, w. Va, Saturday, July IA, Man
chesters 5, Standards 6.
At Portland, Saturday, July IA, Bates College
5, Portland Reds l.
At Louisville. Saturday, July IA, Louisvilles 2.
Indianapolis 8.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16
Post Office Changes.

The following are the recent postal changes for
New England during the week
Post Offices estsblished-East Dedham Han
cock Co., Me-, Helen J. Haynes, Postmistless
North Rupert, Bennington Co., VI, NJ. " S.
Leach, Postmaster.
Postmasters appointed-John II. Ballow, Deer
field Centre, Rockingham county, n. H.; L. b.
Blodgett, stratiord, Coos Co., N. H.; Edwin A.
White, West osspee, Carroll Co., N. H; Daniel
Morgan, Paquenock Bridge, New London, Co.,
Conn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16
WASHINGTON.
Reform .

WASHINGTON, July IA. The states association
VIII not hereafter be allowed to circulate docu
ments after office hours. The republican nation
al comm ittee will have to do its own work. Here.
after, clerks going home to vote will lose pay
during abrence.
Military Matters.
The militia have been called out against the In.
dams IN Washington territory.
Promotion.
The promotion of Consul Simms at Prescott to
succeed Consul General Dart, is possible.
Dismissal.
l.. s. Hayden, clerk in the Indian bureau was
to-day summariy dismissed by the secretary OF
the interior as the first public result of the pend
ing Investigations of allegations Of irregularities
and fraudulent practices in the Indian service.
Hayden was appointed from Mary land, and has
been clerk in the bureau for twenty years. He
says his testimony related to transactions occurred
many years ago, and has been misunderstood. He
has therefore, this afternoon, asked for a suspen-
sion Of sentence for = few days until he can make
an explanation which he asserts will be satsfac-
tory.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16
COLORADO.
Sentenced.

NEW YORK, July IA. Ex-U. s. Marshal Schof
fenburg Colorado, has been sentenced to Kansas
penitentiary for drawing false vouchers. He ma
nipulated the election of the republican legislature
In Colorado last fall, to secure the election
of his friend Chafee to the United States senator
ship, Chaffee promising to have government suits
against Schotfenburg discontinued for Schoffen-
burg's efforts and his expenditure of 5000. He
also carried Colorado for Hayes, but Washington
authorities would not condone his defalcatiou. He
was tried before the Judge who had been Chaffee's
opponent for senatorship, and who imposed sc
we're sentence on Schofenburg.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

froiics Of the children, or counting the little
chickens of the brood as they were nesting about
mother hen-sll these sights and scenes combined
to make the day one Of great enjoyment; and we
thanked the Maker Of all things for the beautiful
pond at North Leeds. for the white perch within
its cool waters. for kind friends and for Charlie
Foster and his hoati
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

The schooner Addie Blaisdell, from Philadel-
phis for Charleston, before reported sunk struck
about nine miles shoreward of Frying Pay Shosl
Lightship, and the captain attributes the cause to
strong current which set him in. The vessel
was recently put in good order at an expense of
five thousand dollars, and was valued at fourteen
hundred dollars. She was owned by Captain Gro
well. ID. g. Blaisdell. Uriah b. Fisk, and others of
Rath
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16
CANADA.
Investigation.

MONTREAL, July IL. The coroner commenced
taxing evidenced at the inquest on the body of
Thomas Lett Hackett, this morning. DR.. Perry,
VINO made the post mortem examination testified
that he fonnd bullet wound in the brain. another
10 The shoulder, the first being sufficient to cause
death.
The inquest adjourned at the completion Of the
doctors testimony till Monday. Some important
Information has been received by the detective
officers, and indications are that several persons
concerned in the shooting will be arrested here
to-day.
Arrangements for the funeral of Hackett, on
Monday are completed. His remains will be con
yeyea 10 Orange Hall, this evening, and forty
Orangemen will keep guard each night until Mon
d1ay' The hearse will be drawn by four horses,
Members Of local lodges reinforced by . large
number OF brethren from Ontario will march in
procession after the hearse in full regelia The
national societies of st. George, st. Andrews,
Caledonian, Irish Protestants, &C., have signifed
tne Intention Of being present. Volunteers will
attend IN plain clothes, unless they should be re-
CURED on duty. The funeral procession starts at
o'clock.
Failure.
The liabilities of Young, McKenghton & Co.
shirt and collar manufacturers. lately failed here,
are S244 900. direct Sl42 900, indirect SlO2 eco:
assets vi ,ZoOO; deficiency Sl12 800.
Arrested.
An important arrest has been made in connec
ton with the shooting of Hackett. James Far
well, painter, entered the store and pulled q
pistol from his pocket and observed, THAT is the
pistol Hackctt shot with" Two detectives who
have been on his trail, pounced upon him. The
pistol was identified as the one In possession of
Hackett at the time he was shot.
Orangemen.
OTTAWA, July IA. The Orsngemen of Ottawa
are in session discussing the question OF attend
ing Hackett's funeral. 1t is probable they will
20 in body.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16
NEW JERSEY.
Suicide.

NEW YORK, July ID. Louis Smith, shot him
self dead at supper last evening, in Patterson, n.
j., in the presence Of his family. Rum did it.
Personal.
Widow Brewer, q seamstress in Newark has
been officially notified of fortune of 100000
left by parents in England.
Drowned.
ATLANTIC, July IA. Morgan Batty and lady
named Phillips we're drowned while bathing. Bat
ty lost his life attempting to save the lady. Both
were from Philadelphia.
Weavers.
PATTERSON, July IA. The silk weavers held q
meeting to-day, raised $50, and appointed CON-
mittee to go to New York and employ counsel to
defend the silk weavers in jail there.
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PORTLAND.
Marine News.

PORTLAND, July IA. A private despatch states
that the schooner Mary, of Dennysville, coal lad
en-, was sunk at three O'Clock this morning, by
collision with the steamer Eleanora, hence for
New York, off Eaton Neck. Three persons were
drowned. One boy was saved. She was seventy
nine tons, built in 1862, owned by John Kilby and
commanded by John Holbwell.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

The Press has this story to tell of legal decis.
ion A trial justice on the kennebec was recently
applied to to issue warrant against q man for .
riot. which he did, and caused the man to be ar.
rested and brought before him. The accused EN-.
ployed counsel, who urged upon the court that
the brawling Of one man could net make riot
that there must be several to constitute such an
offence. The justice on consideration said be did
not believe the man was guilty of riot, but be
was satisfied the fellow was drunk, and he would
fine him $40 for that anyway. man recently
came before the Police Court in London for ad-
vice as to dealing with his wife, saying that she
continually annoyed him by provoking the devil
in him. The court said he could render no as
sistance. The applicant then said that if it con.
tinued he feared 1.-The devil would tempt him to do
some unlawful act" The judge was still clearer
that he could be of no help as he "had no juris.
liction -"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

The run of salmon in the Penobscot our Ban
gor exchanges say, is lessening, and after the
18th but few i'll be in the markets. The salmon
caught at present'do not average over twelve to
fifteen pounds, in weight. This year has been a
real bonanza to the fishermen, the salmon fishery
of the Penobscot having brought large sums OF
money to that section.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

We have received from Rev. DIR. Qunby a
couple Of potatoes of the Early Rose variety, one
of which measures, at the largest circumference.
IL IL inches. They were raised by DR.. Quinby
in his garden, in this city, and are perfectly ripe
smooth and beautiful. On the I'd of July he had
potatoes from his garden that measured the long
est way inches.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16
Launched.

The new barquentine Carrie Heckle, built at the
yard of J. F. Randall & Co.. at Cape Elizabeth,
was launched at high water Saturday. She will
register about five hundred tons, and will have a
frst-cass rate Capt. b. f. Woodbury., formerly
of schooner d. ]. lizard, is to command her
She is owned by E. G. Willard, Geo. Trefethen,
NJ b. Clements, Elihu Hasty, Capt Woodbury.,
the builder, and others.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

Next to the hay crop, the potato crop is the most
! important to the farmers of Maine. As indicat-
ing this, the Piscataquis Observer says that there
have been brought to and shipped from Guilford
depot since last September, not far from 40, 900
bushels Of potatoes which cost upwards of $50, 600
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16
NEW BRUINS WICK.
Re.huildIng.

ST. JOHN, July IA. At meeting of the citi
zens this morning, Mayor Earle presiding, a COM
mittee was appointed TO examine the charters of
loan and mortgage associations, with the view of
organizing such society here, the object being TO
RAISE money in England at low rate of interest,
for rebuilding st. John. The meeting resolved
that the local government and city corporations
,hould aid the proposed new association in OBJ
aiming loan of at least two millions of dollars.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

A PURE, RADIANT COMPLEXION is one of wom-
ans greatest charms. 1t is attanable by the dali
ly use of GLRNN's SULPHUR SOAR, which removes
blemshes of the skin, cuticulsr ailments of every
description, and is an admirable disinfectant
Sold by all druggists. HILLS HAIR AND WIS
KER DYE, Black or Brown, 50 cents.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

The rite of baptism for children was admins
tered yesterday, in the Winthrop Street Univer-
salist church, after an excellent sermon by the
pastor. The platform was elegantly decorated
with ferns, and the desk and bsptismal fount were
tastefuy adorned with flowers and other embel-
lishments. This fine decoration was chiefly the
work Of Mr.. Harry Gallison.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

State Superintendent of Schools Corthell, re-
turned on Saturday from Montpelier, VT, where
he had been to attend the annual meeting of the
American Institute of Instruction. The sessions
were all numerously attended, representative ed
ucators being present from every New England
state, from New York, and the Great West. 1t
was also very profitable and harmonious gather
iug.
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OREGON.
The Grover Case.

PORTLAND, July IA. Twenty one persons tes-
titled to the good character and truthfulness of the
witness Stiles.
ii. Moses testified that he was q member of the
legislature, and that Grover was his choice from
the beginning, and he received no money from
Grover for voting for him.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

We notice by the Silver City (Nev.) Times
published in the rich silver mining region that our
former townsman, Mr.. T. b. Perkins, formerly OF
the Silver Hill mining company, has been appoint
ed Superintendent of the Dayton Mining company
Mr.. Perkins is held in high esteem in his new
home, as he was here.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16
tMarrtee.

In Dexter, 81 inst, Mark Porter to Mira. Rloda
Rollins both of this civ 9TH inst, Walter Emery
Of Dexter 10 Miss julia Bailey Of WellILA ton.
In Bethel, 18th ult., Clarence W. Hobbs OF Deer
ing, to Marion Ii. Twitchell.
In Atkinson, 18th ult, Louis C. Ford to Nettie
Perkins, both of Atkinson.
AT Tenants Harbor Light Sta ion, eth inst
David Z. King of st. George, to Mrs. Martha A
Anderson of Portland.
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CONN ECTICuI.
Insurance.

HARTFORD. July IA. An attempt to re organize
the Charter Oak Life Insurance Company, by put
ting its affairs into the hands of a new and trust.
worthy board of officers has failed the assets not
warrantlng the gentlemen who were requested to
take hold Of the company in doing so. move
VIII be made at once for the appointment of re-
celFer. On such appointment the payment of
premiums will cease. but policy holders should
keep their policies alive until a receiver is
appointed, as they will have a right to share
pro rata in the large property the company own
after It's liabilities are paid.
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LOUISIANA.
The Returning Board.

NEW YORK, July A. The New York Herald's
New Orleans letter upon the Louisiana returning
board, alleges no indictment has been filed by the
district attorney. The information was filed June
10, but kept secret until July 9th. The Judge has
obtained leave of absence for ninety days, and the
defendants would have to wait for trial until fall
The charge in the information is of false return
of presidential electors only. Other leading dem
ocrats condemn the prosecution.
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NORTH CAROLINA.
Notice to Mariners.

WILMINGTON, July IA. Major Craighill Of the
engineer dept, gives official notice to mariners
that the work Of closing the new inlet has pro-
crossed so far that further navigation of the
may be considered dangerous. 1t is expected that
by the 10th Of July the gap near Seeks Island,
heretofore left open to the accommodation of
shipping, will be entirely closed to low water. The
whole bar and river improvements progressing
satisfactorily. Vessels drawing IA feet navigate
safely from Wilmington to the mouth of the river,
and can Cross the bar drawing l6 feet
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

Mr.. Tracy, who is to open summer music
school in this city, the first of August, will be as
sisted by thorough and competent teachers. Mr..
Tracy is a fine pianist, and viii give four free
mstinees during the term. The school will close
with the grand opera of Martha, participated in by
all the scholars and other interested singers who
may attend this school.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

The dipthcria that prevailed so disastrousy at
West Waterville for several weeks. has at last
measursbly subsidized, no new cases having been
reported for some time. The reports we
have published of the ravsges of this ter
rible disease in the town have not at all been ex-
aggerated, though the citizens of the place felt
delicate. of course about the matter gaining wide
publicity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

An oil painting, entitled 1.-The Last Muster"
which is Inhibited in Horace Norths window, has
attracted considerable attention the past few days.
1t was painted by r. Y. Crockett of Bath, former
ly of this city, and represents two old soldiers,
with whit hair clad in their reg imentas, sitting
side by side, and chatting about the exciting
scenes in which they participated in their more
youthful DAYS.
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The Mail saws that the scythe bushes

The Mail says that the scythe business at West
Waterville. is about closed Tor this season, and .
large business has been done. The Hubbard
4 Blake Mfg. Co. are to make some additions 10
their scythe machinery, it being the object to
make their scythes with less labor and at less
eypense,
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Lew IS1'ON.
BaSe Ball.

LEWISTON, July IA. A game OF base ball was
played here to-day between Our Beys of Boston,
and the Bates nine, resulting in q score of Our
Boys IL, Bates Q. Three of the Bates club, in.
Guiding the pitcher, were absent, and their places
were filled by new men. Our Boys scored nile
the first inning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

Farmers have about finished haying, with the
exception of the cut in swsles and low places.
They have had splendid weather, and have often
been enabled to cure hay sufficiently in one day
to stow into the NOW. Hay was never harvested
in better condition than it has been secured this
year.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

We should judge that Piper < Son have the
largest lemons ever seen on the kennebec, one OF
which weighs Is IL ounces. They have also lus-
cous California pears, the first in the market, at
their variety store.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

We are glad to learn that one of our Augusta
girls, Miss Lizzie s. Milliken, has returned from
the National School of Elocuton and Oratory at
Philadelphia, where she graduated recently with
honor. We understand that she intends to be a
teacher of Elocution.
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UTAH.
SINGULAR Will.

New YORK, July IA. DR.. Winslow, who died
recently at Salt Lake City, left will directing his
heart to be buried in the grave of his parents in
Nantucket, the body cremated and the ashes in
tered in the grave of his wife at Cambridge Mas
sachusetts. The children decline to obey the will
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RHODE ISLAND.
Found.

NEWPORT, July Is. Officer Steel fou nd "iiu-
my" skeleton keys and ether articles belonging to
the burglars now in Boston, who were arrested
here Yesterday. They weIe found near where
Mr.. jays silver were was buried.
Sports.
The Reds won the polo game, beating the Blues
four out Of five innings
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

The usual call has been published for the DEM
ocrstc State Convention, which meets in City
Hall in Portland, Tuesday August l4th, at II
o'clock, A. NJ, to nominate q candidate for Gov
ernor, and transact any other business that may
come before H.
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ELLIS WORTH.
Failure.

ELLSWORTH, July IA. The firm of II. NJ. & B.
Hall, lumbermen, has failed with liabilities es-
mated at one hundred and seventy-fve thousand
dollars, about one-half secured. The assets avail
able for unsecured creditors are merely nominal.
The failure causes much financial distress along
the river
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-16

"a stitch In time saves nine" A dose Of Adam
sons Balsam in season may prevent a long cold
or fever, and perhaps resultant death. 1t cures
coughs, colds, asthma, and all lung troubles. Keep
it in the house. Price IS cts. julyll-t&wlw