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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

Dr. ShAttuck Of Boston, and Judge Brown Of
Baltimore, are visiting the reformstory nstitu-
lions of Maine, for the purp ose of examining the
work ings Of the prohibtory law and its influence
on prisoners who have suffered from drunkenness.
They will doubtless visit the Maine Insane Hospi-
tai in this city, many of whom are confined there
on account of the influence, direct or indirect of
io,ox icatinp drinks
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

The Universalist Sunday School Of this city
made an excursion yesterday to Mouse Island on
tue steamer Henry Morrison. The day was not
altogether as pleasant as could be desired, fog
prevailing q portion of the time, but notwith-
standing this the excursion was a very pleasant
affair. and enjoyed by q large number. They
found the Morrison rapid, convenient boat, just
the craft for an excursion Of the kind.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18
CONN ECTICUI.


HARTFORD, July II. At meeting of agents
of life insurance companies, this afternoon, COM
mttee was appointed to investigate the assets of
the Charter Oak Company, to ascertain whether
the company be saved and continue to do bust
ness under an entirely new, strong and trust-wor-
thy management.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

In order to be as proficient if not more so,
as any other company at the coming State muster,
he Capital Guards are to have an out door drill
once q week until muster-the first ole occurring
this evening. Members of the company are re-
qtesed to be at the armory at seven o'clock
ptompt in dress uniform,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18


city.
The Pension Office in this city closed yesterday,
the Agent having finished up all his business, and
hereafter pensioners will be paid in Concord, N
H., instead of at Augusta. Col. F. NJ. Drew, the
Pension Agent here, consequently retires, having
filed tine position faithfully, and to the entire &C
ceptance Of all having business at his Office. Col.
Drew was first commissioned on the 26th Of
January, 1872, and took charge of the office April
lst 1872. He was commissioned again January
18th, 1876. He has served five years and three
months in the position. The Government has
deposited to his credit, during his term of office,
So, 0SS, 3i7 so, and he has issued $4,000 checks,
amounting to 81 0Sl ,9l3.5S, and the balance, &c.,
4340l, was yesterday deposited to the credit Of
the Treasurer of the United States. During all
the transactions, involving so large an amount Of
money, neither the Government or Col. Drew has
lost one cent and the agent has been present in
his office, to superintend each payment. vouch-
er has never been rejected, or the monthly state
mcRt of accounts returned for correction or
explanation. This is certainly q good record.
Three clerks have been employed during the
agents term of office, Frank T. Noble, and
Misses A. p. Ladd and l.. Fanny Morse.
There are the names Of 3l65 pensioners on the
rolls that have been transferred, as follows invs-
lids l476, widows, children, fathers and mothers
1865, survivors of the war Of 1912, 1917 widows of
survivors of the war of 1872, 81. Pensioners have
always received their money promptly at this Of
fee. The new arrangement will make several
days difference in the time of receiving their
checks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18
PENNSYLVA ANA.
Fire.

SCRANTON, July II. A fire is raging in Roar
ing Brook Coliery. at Dunmore, in the suburbs
of this city. 1t is feared the mine will have to be
flooded. Ten mules have been burned.
Arrived.
PoTTsvILLE, July II. Evsrts and Devens have
arrived here.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18
NEWS BY TELEGRAPH
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9ailu Ssnaebse 5ournal.
ATHENS.
Fire.

SKowuEGAN, July II. The extensive tannery
of John Ware, of Athens, was burned yesterday
afternoon. The loss is between thirty and forty
thousand dollars; heavily insured 1t caught
from a chimney bu ming out.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18
IOWA.
Denial.

NEW ioRk, July IL. Judge Dillon, who is At
Davenport, lows, is reported as pronouncing The
charges false that be used his position a. Judge 10
obsruct the foreclosure of the Iowa Central RAN.
road, in order that his father-i law, Hiram Price
might buy the road at small figure, -
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

We were favored with call yesterday from
Mr. A. Z. Meigs of the Bangor Wing and Courier,
who has been with his friends at Brunswick and
elsewhere, enjoying q brief vacation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18
Marine News.
WASHINGTON.
Fishery Commission.


WASHINGTON, July II. The commission pro-
vided for by the treaty of Washington to deter
mine the amount of compensation which ought TO
be paid by the United States to the British gov
eminent, in return for certain fishing privileges
will meet at IIslfax about the 9th inst
Cabinet Meeting.
All the departments were represented at the
Cabinet meeting to-day.
Financial.
Reports were made to the Treasury to-day re-
garding the subscription to the per cent. loan,
that differ somewhat from the returns late yestsr-
day evening, and show that up to noon to-day the
subscriptions through the syndicate had reached
sixty millions, and through the U. S. treasurer
and assistant treasurer, S., 10000 Total, &c.,
10000.
The department of agriculture reports that the
improvement in cotton since the June report in
just two per cent, ranging in The states from moth
ing in Arkansas to six in North and South Caro-
lima, the region in which small and healthy plants
with clean culture, prom ised the most rapid i'm
provement under favoring suns
President Hayes.
The President at this time has no intention of
Wis iting Greenbrier White Sulphur Springs, but
will probably accept the invitation to visit Old
Point, Va, to attend the postal convention which
meets there the latter part OF this month.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

Horace F. Pierce. who lives on Church hill, in
this city, jammed one of his thumbs so severely,
yesterday, that it had TO be amputated
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18
PORTLAND.
Arrival.

PORTLAND, July II. Secretary Sherman ar
rived here this evening by rail from Rockland.
He goes to the White Mountains over the Port
land & Ogdensburg tomorrow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

For New England and the Middle States,
falling followed by rising barometer, southeast
to southwest winds, and occasional local rains,
possibly followed by cooler westerly winds and
clear weather except at coast station
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

Tramp, tramp, tramp, the boys are marching
and Isaac w. Munsey marches into camp from the
Black Hills, glad enough to get "cut of the
wilderness" Any more Augusta boys left there
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

DIR. T. NJ. Dillingham; is luxuriating at the
Mountain View House, Rangely. Sewall Lam
caster, Esq, who has just returned from that re-
gion. is delighted with the beautiful scenery
there.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

There is to be social hop at the new samoset
House, Mouse Island, next Friday evening, free
to all guests Of the house. ii. Fales will be the
prompter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

Five hundred and ninety-four dog licenses have
been granted in Portland, since the law requiring
the same went into force.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

Since the breaking out of the dipthcria in West
Waterville, nineteen persons have died Of the
disease. 1t is now subsiding.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18
ROCKLAND.
Secretary Sherman.

RocKLAND, July L. Secretary Sherman and
party arrived here from PASSPORT last night in the
revenue steamer U. S. Grant, and left by this af-
ternoon'. train for the White Mountains.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

The Journal says that Mrs. Loren Wing of
Wayne, fell down stairs Saturday morning, and
sustained severe injuries.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18
sIibs from the squid.

STfbs from the squid.
We select from the last number of the Squirrel
Island Squid, the following items of local interest
Mackerel have been biting brskly for the past
week, and Spruce Point waters have been dotted
with fishermen. Mackerel retail at cents each.-
The new cottage of Mr.. Abbott of Vassalboro' is
one of the best on the island, and very tastefully
snd conveniently arranged.-John Dorr, Esq, Of
Augusta, a veteran publisher. is spending his va
cation on the island.-Ex Mayor North of Au-
gusta, is at the Samoset House-Dr. Harlow,
superintendent of the Insane Asylum, has rented
the Stanwood cottage.-George F. Halves has
sold his interest in his double cottage to Mr..
Dolliver. Mr.. Halves contemplstes purchasing
another lot and erecting a single cottage. We
trust he will de so. We can i'll afford to lose
such q summer sojourner.-L. b. Fowler, Esq, of
Augusta, and o. Holway, Esq, of Augusta, &C.
cupy the large Chase house.-MIsjor Rowel and
family of Hallowel, are spending the season on
The island. Major Rowell is one of the veteran
newspaper men of the State.-Where's suburban
town that is growing faster than Squirrel Island
Seventeen cottages have been built here this sea-
son, aud the sound of the carpenters hammer is
still hesrd.-Rev. Mr.. Newcomb preached last
sunday, at the hall on the island.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18
FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL.
New York Money Market.
EVENING REPORT.

New York. July II, ISL.
Money was easy at 2-alx Der cent. on call. For.
eign exchange advanced to 4s5- for bankers long
and Isl A4S7- for demand. Gold opened at i05k
and closed at 1851. Loans 4 a5a7 per cent.
Customs receipts, 1884 900. Treasury disbursed
DIG 600 interest," tI50O0 tori bonds. and $-00O for
silver.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18
local and State Mems.

Arrived yesterday, schooner r. II. Shannon
Capt. s. P. Wilson, from New York with coal.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

When you get heated, step into Devine How
ards and cool off with glass of Ottawa Beer or
Soda, drawn from Tufts Arctic Fountain.
july3teodtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

DIR. Croker is about bis office, on crutches, and
rides out occasionally.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18
weather Indications for To-day.

Lightning this afternoon struck and demolsl
ed the house of VIM. Ryan, in Blackjack, an
instantly killing Mrs. Ryan.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18
I9tfb.

In Chicago, 18th inst, DR.. Issachar Smell, former.
ly OF this city, aged 80 years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

VANILLA CHOCOLATE. The highest perfection
is obtained in the goods made by Walter Baker &
Co., who received the first award over all the
world. even ut the Paris Exposition. Ask your
Grocer for Bakers and you will get the very best
Vanilla Chocolate in the market.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

A PURE, RADIANT COMPLEXION is one of wom-
ans greatest charms. 1t is sttainsble by the dali
ly use of GLENN's SULPHUR SOAP, which removes
blemishes of the skin, cuticusr ailments of every
description, and is an admirable disinfectant
Sold by all druggists. HILLS HAIR AND WHIs-
KER DYE, Black or Brown, so cents.
june27 t&wlmo
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18
q II A n ID
TEMPERANCE CAMP MEETING

To all Reform Clubs, Ladies' Christian
Temperance Unions, Sons of Temper
Honor, Cold Water Templars,
and Sunday Schools, Men,
n, Women, AND Children, and all
reform young and old.
A Grand Temperance Camp Meeting will be held
on the
Beautiful Grounds Of the Kennebec Valley
Camp Meeting Association,
TO COMMENCE on THE 10th OF AUGUST,
To be continued for one week.
All the arrangements and accommodations of
the Camp Meeting closing on the goth, 10 he contin
ued.
The Kennebec Valley Camp Meeting Excursion
Tickets will be good during both meetings. Board
the same, 90 per day. Good rooms IN Maple
House, at sl.OO per day. Plenty of good Sleeping
rooms.
All Temperance Associations to have fair hear.
ing. No monopoly or ring TO control.
COME ALL, and let US have glorious gather.
ing, and do all we can to help onward our grand
Temperance Victory.
JK. OSGOOB,
JOSHUA NYE.
d. W. LeLACHEUR,
&C. 6OSS,
ALDEN BAKER, Committee.
f. Il. DRUMMOND,
FRANCIS KENkICk,
DAVID CARGILL,
WIN. JACOB,
July ith, 1871.
VANILLA CHOCOLATE. The highest perfection
is obtained in the goods made by Walter Baker 4
Co., who received the first award over all the
world, even ut the Paris Exposition. Ask your
Grocer for Bakers and you will get the very best
Vanilla Chocolate in the market.
Persons suffering from hernia or rupture who
desire good fitting truss, should 90 to Partrdges
Drug Store, Augusta, where is the largest stock
and variety in the State, and the requisite skill to
give good fit. june29tltaw&w
For whining the teeth, all who've used it de-
clare,
That with sOzoDONT naught upon earth can
compare.
just try it, my friend. for short time, and you
VIII admit that this verdict is perfectly true.
julyl8-t&wlw.
Adamson's Botanic Balsam has gained repu-
tation which places it in the front ranks of cura
tive agents 1t has been in the market but about
four years. 1t is now recommended by the best
physicians because it cures every time. Price 50
cents. juiyl8-t&wiw.
ans greatest charms 1t is sttainable by the dali
ly use of GLENN's SULPHUR SOAP, which removes
bemishes of the skin, cuticular ailments of every
description, and is an admirable disinfectant
Sold by all druggists. HILLS HAIR AND WHIs-
KER DYE, Black or Brown so cents.
27t&wlmo
When you get heated, step into Devine & How
ards and cool off with glass of Ottawa Beer or
Soda, drawn from Tufts Arctic Fountain.
iuly3teodtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

Mr.. Horace Caswell of this city, met with Sc.
rious accident, yesterday forenoon. while working
upon Gen. Henry Boynton's new house, on Grove
street He was at work on q staging placed
against the north end of the house, when the
board upon which he wa, standing broke. He
fell backw ards, and struck upon the back part Of
his neck, on the sill for bay window, falling q
distance of fifteen feet. lie was unconscious for
some time. There no external cuts or bruises,
bat Caswell has suffered a most severe conclusion
of the brain, from which he may rally. He is
about twenty three years of age, and son Of the
contractor, Mr.. Caswell, who removed from Wa
terville, short time since.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

Persons suffering from hernia or rupture who
desire good fitting truss should 90 to Partridge
Drug Store, Augusta, where is the largest stock
and variety in the State, and the requisite skill to
give a good fit. june29t ltaw&w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18
M ARHL LAND.
Railroad Accident.

BALTIMORE, July II. A switch was misplaced
at Locust Point, on the Baltimore & Ohio rail-
road, 1t is thought by strikers, this morning. The
engine was badly broken and the trestle broken
down.
Marine News.
The schooner Velma, from Cape Hayden with
logwood, for New York, arrived at quarantine in
Norfolk. All hands are sick with the intermt-
tent fever.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

Adamson' 5 Botanic Balsam has gained repu-
tation which places it in the front ranks Of cura
tive agents. 1t has been in the market but about
four years. 1t is now recommended by the best
physicians because it cures every time. Price IS
cents. juyl8-t&wiw.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18
Killed.

Kelly's Hotel at Union Hill, n. j., was burg.
larized last night, and property to the amount Of
eight hundred dollars stolen.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18
NEW JERSEY.
ARRAY.
ROhherY.

JERSEY CITY, July II. George Owens, an
Orsngemen, stabbed Patrick Haggerty, at Eliza
beth, n. j., in quarrel.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18
t&arrtfD.

In Ham pden, 18th inst John l.. Smith to Mrs
Pamela K. Mayo, both of Hampden.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

For whining the teeth, all who've used it de-
clare,
That with SOZODONT naught upon earth can
compare.
just try it, my friend, for a short time, and you
Will admit that this verdict is perfectly true.
iulyl8-tSWlW.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-07-18

To all Reform Clubs, Ladies' Christian
Temperance Unions, Sons of Temper
ance, Good Templars, Templars OF
Honor, Cold Water Templars,
and Sunday Schools, Men,
Women, and Children, and all
Temperance Workers, who wish to
reform young and old.
Ellsworth American., 1877-08-02
state News.

The extreme dry weather has injured
crops considerably in Somerset county
Rain is very much needed.
The Machias Saving Bank has sub.
scribed for $4,000 of the l-2 per cent
bonds and $4,000 of the per cent.
DIR. John Homer of Belfast has been
elected Professor OF Anatomy in the st
LOUIS Eclectic Medical College,
Elder Peck, the somewhat notorious
eX-State treasurer Of Maine, has turned
up at Rocky Point as temperance orator
The Republican says that Miss Bar.
bara Frye of Machiasport while walking
through piece of woods. was met By d
sailor from "A vessel in port and robbed OF
SIS and indecen:ly assaulted. Her loud
cries frightened the william away.
The Whig says that the West Branch
is reported "full Of salmon" With the
proper enforcement Of the law there will
be al abundance in few years and good
return will be made for the restocking ex-
peuses.
The Argus says that farmer living at
LimiD9ton named NJ. Gould. after picking
a lot oi potatOe bugs from his vines, The
other day, went In TO supper. and ate free
ly Of bread and milk. crushing up the
bread with unwashed hands. IL Is sup
posed some of the poison juice OF the bugs
got into the bowl, as he died before the
next morning.
The Journal says that during the dis
course at the Granite church, Augusta,
last Sunday, as Mr.. Ecob was illustrating
point in the laws of gravitation, a large
piece Of plastering fell crashing from the
ceiling to the floor 1t came IN just at
the proper time to fOrcihly impress the
point. 1t takes smart minister to "bring
down the house" in that way. and makes
the very rafters ring.
Ellsworth American., 1877-08-02

denceg Simply because human nature Is
too selfish to tolerate such independence.
Presidents, Secretaries and Congressman
are human and have their notions. their
theories. and their interests which they do
not want TO see defeated; aud though they
do not issne their commands to do thus
and so; still their appointees feel under an
obligation to work for their policy or their
interest. and hence through fear. favor or
gratitude, these men will be Influenced
much oitener to ask the question, what
will please him who appointed me?' than
'what is for the public good?''
But II is said the Presidents order re.
tains the officers freedom. Freedom,
there Is no freedom about it. II the Presl-
dent does not prohibit them from wirepull-
ing, some other power will require them 10
pull the wires and also dictate the direction
In which they shall pull them. II they are
premifted TO manage conventions. they will
be required to manage them. so where Is
the proprlety in charging the President
with depriving them Of freedom of action
when In reality they never possessed any
such freedom? The president relying on
the justice and good sense OF his policy ap.
peals directly to the people to sustain it.
Aud in substance he says to Office holders.
| will not permit YOU TO manage in favor
oft; but on the other hand, 10 one shall
require you 70 work against il.
word more and will close. There
is propriety In calling things by their
right names. If the men who are elected
and appointed to office are public servants.
then let those who do the electing at the
polls, do the nominating in convention.
But II they are not competent to do this !;
in other words il 1t is necessary thst few
men should apply the harness aud draw
the reins over the backs OF the whole Re-
publican team aud drive it for their profit
or amusement. then by all means expunge
from our political vocabulary. the word
public serrdEfs, and apply a more appro-
pirate title public masters.
X l.. GRINpLE.
Ellsworth American., 1877-08-02

A delegation OF se1,leGaen frsln the
Edgefeld and EIleutou Di~riSs OF South
Carolina. composed Of Republicans. both
white and black. and OF Democrats. has
recently called upon the President, The
object was TO lay before him the proceed.
ings Of the late mass-meeting. participated
in by all classes in those portions OF the
Stste. (which the people on each side
pledged themselves hereafter 10 live in
peace with their neighbors OF every class
and race, and agreed each with the other
that violence and disorder arising out Of
political differences should cease. As re-
suit of this agreement all the parties TO II
have united in asking the President 70
cause 10 be dismissed all the cases recent
ly tried by Chief Justice Waite. and at the
same time they say that the State authori-
ties propose 10 dlsm iss number OF poliii-
cal suits begun in local courts against Re
publicans. The President expressed much
satisfaction at the improved condition Of
affairs In South Carolina, and members OF
the delegation report that he promised to
take into consideration the request they
had u ade.
Ellsworth American., 1877-08-02
That New Potato Bug"

The potato bug, spoken Of in last weeks
american. as destroying the potatoes Of
Mr.. Crippen, is no doubt. species OF
Cantharis, species Of which comes the
Spanish blister fly. Nearly every year,
this insect may be found feeding on the
ash, lilac, rose, aud poplar. There are
several native species Of cantharides in
this country, which, In dry seasons, feed
In swarms on the foliage OF the potato.
The varieties often become great pests.the
striped, the ash coiorei, aud the black. U.s.
ually the ash colored, J.. oiHered, is the
most common and most destructive.
The lined Spearman, d. JHRota. T.. this
season very numerous and very des,ruc-
tive Not a single, much "a be dreaded
Colorado beetle, a. yet, has been report
ed. when il does come. there will be no
m!siaking II. :. ".
Ellsworth American., 1877-08-02
The Colorado Bug has Come.

Mr.. Ediior:-ln 4 note mailed 10 the
American yesterday. doubted whether
the real Colorado potato beetle had been
seen within the Union River basin That
doubt 40 longer exists. have seen 1t with
"my own eyes" To-day we found the
qeHnis, beetle In potato-feld Of David G..
Means. Newbury Neck, Surry. One bug
after being bottled. laid hundred eggs,
which are about the size Of pin-heid and
OF bright orange color.
There j. another beetle, which very
much resembles the true Colorado bug in
size and markings and having teI. lines
or stripes. 81 least TO person. not an en-
entomologist. or at first sight without the
aid of a microscope, ten distinct lines are
seen; but, As some of the stripes are united
behind, the false bug really has bur eigh.
lines. The color Of the true beetle, is
bright yellow between the stripes while
false or s.lined beetle Is ofa dull reddish
yellow. s. ".