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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
ST ATE NEWS.

The newly organized temperance society in
Houlton, is succeeding well, and new names are
added to the pledge at each meeting.
Mumps have kept many scholars out Of school
in Wadoboro, for the past two weeks. Twelve
were sick from the grammar school alone the first
of the week.
The ice gatherers in the vicinity OF York have
about flushed their work. The ice is reported Of
coed quality and larger smouHt has bee n secur-
ed than ever before
Lyman Croxford so savagely assaulted by his
brother-in-lsw. John Richards, is recovering.
number of rebel documents. captured by q
Union soldier on the entry Of the national army
into Richmond, at the close Of the civil war, have
come into the possession Of a prominent lawyer in
Portland.
house in Charlotte, owned by John Fisher,
was destroyed bv fire Thursday night. The fam
lily were absent in charge of the sheriff, having
been arrested for keeping . nuisance. The Gre
is supposed to be lncendiary. No insurance.
Rev. J. NJ. Dow has been laboring tn past week
with Rev. Mr.. Brown, of the Methodist church
in Unisn, in series of revival meetings.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
Chicago Produce Market.

Chicago, Feb. II, ISL.
FLOUR-Extra spring - OOa7 Is.
WIFE AT-No. spring, 81 kal31I& cash l33x.
| 324; March 33k; Aplil No. 5. 36s.al 90
a.; rejected, 03i+al 05.
CORN No. mixed, ~ cash; March. l5k I;
Nav. 4si4.
OATS-Ne. 2, 35a.a-c. cash, 3s-c April Is
RYE-No. 2, eslac.
BARLEI-No.2 spring, 59a65c.
PORK - Cash, Is co ais 62Ia all year, on 90;
March. Is 81; April ID Is.
LARD-Cash 10 40 cash; 10 s71s ai0 81 March,
10 97hali 90 April.
BULK Manifestations, 5ka-c.; short rib
sides, sF.a &c; short clear rib, SKA c.
wHIskEY-Western, | O5-.
FREIGHrS-Corn to Buffalo, 5kc.; wheat do,
ta5c.
RECEIPT rs $500 -four; II 200 wheat; $4,000
corn; $4,000 oats; 3D. 600 rye; 5000 barley.
SHIPMENTS 1890 -four. 1900 wheat; 81, 900
corn; 900 oats; 1900 barley; 200 rye.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
NEWS BY TELEGRAPH
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PORTLAND.
PrpsumpscOt Mills.

PresumpscOt Mills.
PORTLAND, February II. The report about the
Presumpscot mills stopping, probably arose from
anchor ice in the river, causing them to suspend
for while. 1t is said, however, that some one
has caused the upper gates to be closed to stop the
supply from the upper lake, and thereby lower
Sebago.
Marine News.
Schooner Louisa A. johnson, from Philadelphia
with coal, struck ON York ledge yesterday, caused
by q careless helmsman, and came off leaking
badly, and filled so rapidly that she was obliged
TO be run ashore in a cove near Portland Head
light. The schooner will be a total loss. No in
surance. The crew saved only their dunnage.
Part of the coal may be saved by divers.
Sailed.
The steamship Nova Scotisn sailed at one this
afternoon, for Liverpool, with ten cabin and
twelve Storage passengers
The Strike.
The engineers meeting at City Hall, tonight,
IS given mp as Mr.. Arthur speaks in Lawrence.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
Hoarseness and sore, dry throat are cured by
the use of Forest Tar Troches." febl4-t&wlw
Co9ent Reasons for a Grand Success.

Conspicuous among the highest examples o
success which the present century can show Is
Hostetters Stomach Biters. The record of its tri-
umphs over disease Is TO be traced in the written
Acknowledgements of thousands who have expert.
enced its beneGcent effects, and the evidence of lis
popularity is to be found in the vast and growing
demand for the article in North and South America,
Mexico, Guatemala, the West Ildies, Australia
and Europe. The reasons for its unparalleled sue
cess are cogent ones. The accumulated evidence
OF nearly thirty years shows that it is a certain
remedy Tor malarial disease, as well as its surest
preventive; that it eradlcates dyspepsia constipa
ton liver complaint and nervous S, counte rGcts
n tendency TO govt, rheumatism urinary ami utter
ine disorders. that it npaits yisor to the feeble,
and cheers the mind While it inyigoratcs the body.
f.Dltt od&w1w.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

A set of suction hose for the Pacific engine has
Just been manufactured in this city, in the most
durable manner, and at about one half the expense
that the same could be done in Boston. The
brass couplings from the old hose were saved
the rubber work was done by Erastus Haskell
and the leather work by j. |. Plummer. saw
ing of about $40 was made by having the hose
manufactured here, and employment given to our
mechanics, instead Of sending the money Of the city
abroad.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
EUROPE.
Russia and Turkey.

LONDON, February II. The Russia telegraph
agency announces Russia's attitude is unchanged.
Neither the Golos, which affirms peace, nor other
journals which affirm war, represent the idea Of
the government.
The Porte having refused the recommendations
of the Powers, new understanding must be es-
tablished. Russia awaits the reply of the Powers,
in order to shape her conduct either by that un-
Outstanding or by her sole interests.
The Eastern Question.
LONDON, February II. A despatch mentions
reports representing that struggle between the
palace and popular parties is proceeding in Con.
stanlnople, which, If the popular party Is success
full, will result in Nj idhat Pasha's relea Q.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

ing william, seeking to rob the soldier boy Of his
bride and his supreme happiness; Mr.. Lakiu as
the cold smoker" and silent man, Gen. Grant, OBJ
serving and rewardng m eii,; Priest, the uncon-
trollable and iriepvessible, the bouncing, roll
licking colored man Chadwick who went for
soldiers" Miss Twitchel as the fond and doting
mother; Miss Bryant, as the artful but still true
woman; and others who assumed the remaining
characters in the play, were well up in their parts
and very natural in their representation, furnish
ing an evenings entertainment of great merit.
The orchestra contributed its share TO the enjoy
ment of the occasion. The whole closed with an
olio performance in which Priest sang beautiful
and pathetic song describing the old slaves la
ment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
Oregon under the decision, and be given the votes
of all the al .tafas

Oregon under the decision, and be given the votes
Of all the contested states.
Give II Up.
- WAsHISoToy, February IS. The friends Of the
Texas Pacific Railroad have determined to make
no further effort to pass their bill this session.
Will Not Oppose.
democratic congressman repeat to night that no
factions opposition will be made to the counting
OF the electoral vote tomorrow, although some
OF then number are strongly inclined in that d.
recticn.
A Request.
number of southern members of conzress
together with representative men from the south,
Will call on the president tomorrow, to request
him to take no action on the gubernatorial aues-
tions in Louisiana and South Carolina, but to
leave 1t to the determination of the successor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

Seventeen delegates from the stone-cutters OF
Viual Haven, Hurricane, Clarks Island and
Spruce Head met in Rockland last Friday and
organized a "Granitc Cutters National Union.
Mr.. J. Kelly was chosen President and the con-
yen,ion was continued through Saturday and
constitution was formed after exhaustive discu S.
ion of the various provisions submitted. The
sessions were private and only the delegates were
admitted.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
Maine Manufacturing News.
Judge Blauey intends to put his porgy factory
at Bristol NJ ills into a stock company

Many thousands of dollars are spent annually in
distributing, free of charge, Sample Bottles of
BosncEEs GERMAN SYRUP to all parts of the
country. to those suffering from Coughs, Asthma
Hemorrhages Consumption, and other Throat
and Lung Diseases, that the afflicted might salts
fy themselves. that this remedy would save them
from those fatal diseases. No person has ever
used this medicine without getting immediate re-
lief yet there are great many poor, suffering,
skepdcal persons going about our streets W it'll a
suspicious cough, and the voice of consumption
coming from their lungs, that W i'll not try it. Ii
you die, it is your own fault, as YOU 60 to
your druggist aR6 get sample bottle for 10 cents
try it; three doses will relieve any case reg
gular size only IS cents. deco tTTS&
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
Din

In this city, 10 inst of consumption, at the res
ideDce OF his brotner.in-aw Frank Faruham, John
Butler, formerly OF Hal!owell but recently of Phil.
adelphia, aged "a years.
10 North NassalDoro', IL inst Lee Tonf fellow
aged So years and months.
In Walioboro 10Th inst, Isaac Genthner, age
20 years 18th inst Mrs. Annie NJ. schwartz, aged
p years, months 18Th inst, Henry Weaver, aged
W years.
In Washington, 18th inst, Samuel W. Fol ON,
aged 4s years, months.
Ia Rockland, sth met, Mrs. Shy J. relic. of Wat
erman Fales, aged 10 years, mon rs ami 9 days
9th Inst, 8 la. Patterson, az d ii years months
aud days; Hih inst, viola l.. Whitney, aged p
years
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

As an item of business at a special meeting of
the stock holders of the Somerset Railroad to be
held at West Waterviie, March LIST, appears the
following: "To consider the propriety OF uniting
with Maine Central Railroad Co., on condition
that said company will extend their road from
Skuwhcgan to Norridge wock."
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

The Maine Medical School at Brunswick, com
menced its session of sixteen weeks Thursday, the
10Th inst, under very favorable auspices nearly
10 students being present the first day. Prof.
Wilder delivered the opening address, subject,
shall Comparative Anatomy be taught in our
publc schools Z"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

The Waterville Mail of this week says Mr.
Bishop, the New York horse buyer. has paid us
another visit, leaving yesterday morning with l6
horses, the most Of which were purchased IN this
vicinity. Among them were four bought oil Mr.;
]. w. withee, and a very promising trotter o
Mr.. G. A. Phillips, Of the hardware line; the re-
ported price of the latter being six or seven hun
dred
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
General Debility.

This convenient term includes numerous Hide
fined and supposed incurable forms of disease, &C
companied by general lassitude and exhaustion
without any ascertainable external or internal
cause. The Peruvian Syrup sends its renova,ing
influence to the Utmost recesses of the system
and has relieved in our community many cases Of
supposed ncurable disease. febl4- teod&wlw
Lungs of Leather could not Withstand the up,
and downs of our winter temperature. Churches
theatres, lecture rooms, drawing rooms, kitchen,
and schools ring with the bleatings Of labering
chests and husky throats' There's but one rem
edy for this evil, llales Honey of IIorehound
Tar. Take it and recover. Sold by all drug
gists.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
Richmond L Ocals.

Rfthm0hd l. OCaIs.
The winter term of the schools in the villa &c
closed last Friday. The High School has been fol
several years under the direction of Prof A. @
Randa.who stands in the front rank of instructors
lively interest in the schools was manifested by
the attendance of large number of citizens on
the last day Of the term.
Harvey, Spaulding & Co. are running a large
force in their shoe factory, and turning out grea,
quantity Of manufactured goods. Hsgar Bros
are also receiv ing large orders for their goods
and are putting on more workmen in their factory
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
Manchester Locals.

Mr.. Otis Foster while cutting wood in the woods
on Wednesday last, cut his foot quite severely.
Mrs. Julia Wilder is dangerously i'll, and fears
are entertained by her friends, that she will not
recover
Mrs. Ella Furbush, formerly of this town, but
last. She had been married but few months,
and her death is saddening event to all who
knew her.
The Society of friends in this vicinity, have
lately received quite an addition to their mem
this place, six applications for membership were
made
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
OREGON.
Grover Says He Didn't .'GobbIe."

SAN Francisco, February IL. The following
despatch has been received
SALEM, Oregon, February II.
Associated Press: desire to state that have
never sent to Gov. Tilden any telegram signed
"Gobble," or Governor" and | denounce all
such pretended kilograms as base fabrcations as
far as am concerned. ! have never used cipher
nor a fictitious signature in letter or despatch in
my life. (Signed) l.. +. GROVER.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

INVALIDS desiring Pure Medl.
clnes and Accuracy In Dispensing
them, should Send their orders .
Paftridge's Drug Store, Under
Granite Hall, Augusta. s%
-decli-4w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
A Request.
ALABA NJ A.
Weldon.

MOBILE, February IL. Weldon's recommends
ton TO Pepper 6 Co, here, was signed by lead
ing salesman Of Caain's. Weldon was repre-
manded for not complying with the rules, about
the first month, and when he returned few days
ago for money, he had the appearance of being
on q drunk.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

Mr.. John b. Norton Of this city, made an agree
ment with his wife land both are republicans
that in case of Hayes election lie would present
her with Knox colt, to match fine one she now
has; and that if "the other fellow" was chosen,
she was to buy her husband = new hat. John is
getting his horse money ready, and will wear his
old hat another wear.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
EASTPORT.
Herring.

EAsTPoKr, February Is. The catch of herring
the past week has been good. But few more
will be shipped frozen, parties in Eastport will
buy and salt for the Swedish market.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
Disaster at Sea.

A Grcenport, Long Island letter says Bangor
lumber laden schooner was driven ashore near
there, last Mondsy, and the tide now rises and
falls in her Name unknown.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

The age of miracles has passed, yet the cures
made by Adamsons Botanic Balsam are more
miraculous than anything that has existed in mod
ern times. 1t cures Coughs. Colds. Asthma and
Consumption. Price 81 and IS cents.
febli.t& Ylw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

Devlne & Howard have the endorsement of the
following ply sicians; G w. Martini NJ. D.. w.
5: HILL NJ, D.. G. Z. Brickett. NJ. d., W. Bolsn,
NJ. D., H. II. Hill, NJ. d.. J. o. Webster, NJ. d.
l.. j. Croker, NJ. ID. cod ttf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

Mr.. William d. sewall Of Bath, who died re-
Gently, left $500 to the Maine Historical Society
and $1,000 to the Old Ladies Home in Bath
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

Nothing more, as we can learn, has been heard
from Colby, the missing agent of the kenneoec x
Boston Express Company.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
Cincinnati Produce Market.

| Cincinnati, Feb. IL, 1871
| PORK $l5 50a16 90 Clear sides, a-a9
LARD BACON
| Steam, 10 20 al0 20 Shoulders, IA
| Kettle, Ii4a7a Clear rib sides,9 kas y
| BULK Me ATS Clear sides, S7talU
Shoulders, 6-a6- WHlSKEY-. Ola
/ Clear rib sides, SEA
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

A hearing on the petition for the pardon Of
Thomas H. Springer, a convict in the Jail at Nor
ridgewock. under sentence for selling intoxicat-
ing liquors. is to be given by the Governor and
Council, on Tuesday, the sixth day of March next
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

g Martha A. Hunt, the Quaker preacheress, of In
diana, has been preaching to great acceptance at
several points in Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
Boston Stock List.

Boston, Feb. IL, 1871.
issles at the Brokers' Board.I
Eastern Railroad, 4kalk
Boston 4 Maine Railroad g5as7k
Portland. Saco & Portsmouth, l5-ai7-
Boston Il Name Railroad, rs, loal IL
Eastern Railroad "a 51h-
Maine State IS, l l0l.al IL
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

The Lewiston Journal, having been Boosting
of the bells in that city, the Waterville Mail re
plies, "Lewiston may beat us on spindies, but we
defy her on bellies"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

when lips like Cupds bow reveal double row O
pesrly teeth whose natural beauty is heightened
by the aid of SOZODONT. Feminine lovelines
acquires irresistible power from this agreeable an
beautiful auxiliary. febl4 teod&wl
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

Don't let any one imagine for moment that
the maple sugar offered in the market Is genuine
for the time of such luxury has not yet arrived.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

Rev. +. 0. Ward baptsed three converts, all
young ladies' in the river at this place, yesterday
afternoon. Upwards of four hundred people
gathered on the shore and surrounding ice, to wit
ppas he ceremony.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

A letter from Will II. Sanborn states that he j
enjoying himself hugely on his European trip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

Pixies Toothache Drops cure in minute.

Take the sensible view. Tar cleanses, heals
and cures Catairh. The only method of direct
application is by inhaling the vapors of the Solu-
ton of Forest Tar" Catairh Is good thing to
get rid OF. febl4-lmt&w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

A special from Columbus, Chic, says congratu-
latons poured in on Gov Hayes last evening, but
he had little 10 say, and received them with his
usHal no. ure,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

Special meeting of Bethlehem Lodge F. i a.
NJ. this evening at half PAST seven.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
Aoral anu State Menus.

The "beautiful snow came on Saturday, the
first for about FIVE weeks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

A Providence despatch states that the interest
Oh A. l. w. Spragues notes is not paid.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

1t now all hangs on CrOnins nose. On that
question the yeas and noes will be taken.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

On witnessing the other evening, in company
with quite number of our fellow citizens, the
presentation Of drama in the new amusement
hall at the Insane Hospital, we were forcibly re-
minded of the imp rovements and changes that have
been made at the institution during a few years
past, nearly all Of which have had for their ultimate
object the comfort. relief, or permanent res.ora-
ton of the unfortunate patients confined there.
More improvements have been made within three
years than during any pr Tor period in the history
of the Hospital. On the evening referred to, the
hall was we'll filled with patients and visitors to
witness the prese utation of a patriotic drama in
three acts, entitled enlisted for the War;" per-
formed by the officers and employees at the Hos
pital, and brought out in manner that would re-
fleet credit upon amateur companies of greater
preteutions. DR.. ssnborn, as the cool, calculat-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
Information Wanted.

senate committee, that he knew nothing about the
Oregon dispatches in cipher, to buy republican
elector, until he saw them IN the newspapers.
Information Wanted.
Vim. Powers of Springfield, n. H., wants May
or Ely TO ascertain at Powers expense, the stand
ing Of bogus prize watch concern, entitled Rus.
sell & Co., Jewellers, 81 Bond Street., of this city,
who are swindling unsophisticated people.
What They Think Of II.
reporter who visited many stores and business
men last evening, after the reception of the bulle-
ton dispalch of the commissions decision in The
Louisiana case, states that all expressed feelings
Of relief that the case was decided.
The IIerald's Washington special says Senator
Morton was one of the last to leave the supreme
court room. lie was greatly elated, and said to a
friend, eight to seven sill the way through, and
Gov Hayes is the next president of the United
States" telegram in these words was sent on
his behalf, it is said, to Gov. Hayes. and these
words were added: This decides the issue in
Oregon and South Carolina"
The Times says the decision in the Louisiana
is virtually settling the presidential question
in favor of Hayes.
The Tribune says: At last the end is in sight.
That it may take Mr. Tilden and his part.ans sew
eral days to find out that they are dead is prob
able. but the remains must soon be buried out OF
sight. The country will accept the Louisiana ver-
dict and the Oregon disclosures as the end of the
controversy. Z.
The Herald says certain il is that Mr.. Tilden
will remain a private citizen, and that Mr.. Hayes
will be called TO assume the responsibilities, trials,
difficulties and anxieties which attend the admin
stration of government
The World says it would be idle TO enter into
any elaborate criticisms Of decision made by the
simple process of counting noses, and we are not
disposed therefore to waste words upon the vote
by which the electoral commission yesterday
reached the conclusion that fraud and fasehood in
Louisiana must be considered as good basis of a
title to the American presidency, as fraud and
falsehood in Florida. As for the democratic par
y, since i, in good faith adopted this tribunal we
do not see how any bad faith or incompetency on
the part of its accepted agents can release IL from
its obligations. We have little doubt that no ca
lamity could befall free country worse than the
Inauguration of president under vitiated title
We have not the slightest doubt there is one thing
much worse for any political party than an honor
able defeat, and that is, dishonorable victory.
The Sun does not editorialize. 81.
The Democrats Gong to Try a Wisccn.
sin ElectOr.
The Herald says in Judge Bradiey's written
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

Six,y-,wo persons are in the Penobscot county
jail at present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19

The first of series Of social dances is to be
given at Granite Hall this evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-02-19
Marrtf0.

Ia Waldoboro 10th inst, George o. Genthner 10
Miss Abbie E. kaler both OF Wsldoboro.