davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1877-06-27
Worldly Amusements,

The Southern Christian Advocate of Ma
con, Georgia, says:
"We are glad to note the action of thC
late General Assembly of the Southern Pres
byterian Church touching the perniciOus ye
popular practice of dancing which finds grow
ing patronage, and even advocacy, among
professedly Christian people. The condem
nation is emphatic and all-iuclusive, uttering
the authoritative voice of the Church with
no uncertain sound. One of the resolutions
says:
"Some forms of this Amusement are more
mischievous than others, the round dance
than the square, the public ball than the pri
vate party, but none of them are good, but
all of them are evil and should be discoun.
tenanced and We afectionately urge all our
Christian parents not to send their children
to dancing schools, where they acquire a
fondnesS and an aptitude for the dangerous
amusement"
The whole tendency of this amusement is
evil, only evil, and that continually. 1t is
utterly inconsistent with the maintenance Of
spiritual life in the soul; and ought to be
confronted with the unqualified opposition Of
every Christian man and woman. But it
does not; and the encroachment it is making
upon Church territory calls urgently for per-
Sistent and VigorouSreSistance. Many Church
members, Indifferent to solemn vows and
needless about their souls, participate in the
demoralizing dissipation; others, sometimes
even officers of the Church, countenance and
encourage the evil by their presence and
manifest qualification in witnessing the folly;
and not few Christian parents have such
perverted views of the interests of their off
spring, as to have them put in training for
the frivolous if not grossly sinful life, for
which the danCing school prepares them
Apart from the abstract question of the moral
quality of the modern practice of dancing,
it does seem passing strange to Us that Chris
tan people can maintain quiet consciences
while they disregard and practically contemn
the solemn deliversnces Of their highest
Church assemblies against this popular evil
The weight of presumption is overwhelmingly
against the morality or prOpriety of any
course which invOkes the condemnation of 9
decided majority Of the wisest aud best men
of every communion ; and when that con-
demnation Gads expression in deliberate and
formal utterance, it does seem that mere
Christian prudence should constrain the rank
and file of the Church to hearken to the voice
of their leaders, to waive their own convic
tions in the premises as possibly erroneous
and to abjure all forms of an indulgence
against which they are thus earnestly coun
seled and admonished. Anything like {
wholesome solicitude about their own spirit
ual we'll l-beiDg, it would seem, would promp
to this Difference to the counsel5 and appeal
of their spiritual guides. That so many Dc
not manifest it, is sad proof that with then
the prosperity of their souls is far from being
the uppermost concern.
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1877-06-27

AMARRIED LADY, alluding in conversation
to the 148th Psalm, observed that while
young men and maidens, old men and chill,
dren" were expressly mentioned, not word
was said about married women. An Old
clergyman whom she was addressing assured
her that they had not been omitted, and ths
she would find them included in one Of tn,
preceding verses, under the description o
''YspOrs and storms"
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1877-06-27

RULES FOR SUNDAY SCHOoLs.-The fol
lowing rules in rhyme are printed on sus
pended placard in London Sunday School,
and they should be observed in all schools:
"Silence is required when the bell is rung;
Singing is desired whilst the hymn is sung;
Reverence during prayer, in attitude and thought
Attention in the class, all eager to be taught"
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1877-06-27
TAKE IT TO GOD.

Hast thou a care within so deep
1t ehsses from thine eyeids sleepe
To thy Redeemer take thy care,
And change anxiety to prayer.
Hast thou hope with which thy heart
Would almost feel it death to part?
Eutreat thy God that hope to crown,
Or give thee strength to lay it down.
Whate'er the care that breaks thy rest,
Whste' er the wish that swells thy breast,
Spread before God that wish, that care,
And change anxiety to prayer.
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1877-06-27
ENGLISH JOURNALS have been filed will

ENGLISH JOURNALS have been filled with
graphic accounts Of the recent colliery inun-
daton at Troedyrhiw, Wales, and the suffer.
ings of the imprisoned miners, and the hero
ism of their rescuers. Fourteen men and
boys were prevented by the sudden food from
escaping from the mine, of whom nine were
finally rescued alive, after dreadful sufferings.
Five of them were not released until the,
tenth day after their confinement, having Y
nothing to eat during the time except liss(
tallow, which had run from the box where
candles we're kept. Among the many Incl
dents connected with this thrilling affair, the
following is related: The four men who first
escaped, and the poor miner who was their
companion and subsequently suffered death,
when surrounded by water, took, as they
thought, an eternal farewell Of each other,
and then sang well-knOwn hymn in Welsh,
of which the following is translation:
SIN the deep and mighty waters
There is none to hold my head
But my only Saviour Jesus,
Who was slaug Uttered in my stead
He friend, in Jordan's river
Holding up my sinking head;
With his smile I'll go rejoicing
Through the regions of the dead u
1t appears that they we're singing this when
the welcome tappings were heard which indi-
Gated that their comrades were striving to
release them. One, however, was killed by
an explosion which occurred the moment a
passage was opened.
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1877-06-27
REPLY TO

For THE CENTRAL PRESBYTERIAN.
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1877-06-27

When not busy with her untiring pen and
needle, she would resort to some choice book
and managed to read all the best literature
of the day.
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1877-06-27

hath lodged strangers; she hath washed the
saints feet; she hath relieved the afflicted
she hath diligently followed every good
work. ;" 4
"Here vas life altogether woman
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1877-06-27

You do not give me your name nor place
of residence, but request me to assist you
through the columns of this paper, in your
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08
INAUGURATION IN NEW HAMP.
SHIRE.
Synopsis of Governor Prescott's Inaugu-
raj Address.

CONCORD, June I. In spite of the rain that
fell in the early morning. the city was crowded
with visitors, extra trains beng run on various
roads. A national salute was fired on the arrival
of Governor-elect Prescott, and Immediately after
line was formed composed Of most Of the prom
inent military organizations of the State. which
escorted the Chief gstrate, ex- Governor, Coun-
Gil. United States Senator Rollins CITY Govern
ment, ETC., to the capitol, where the inaue ,at.ou
took place.
The Governors message states that the net debt
of the State, June lst, was SO .574 ,390.67; re-
ducton of S53, 81. The financial condition of
the State is sound, and the reduction of the debt
slow but sure. He recommends State tax of
100000. The Increase of savings bank deposi its
over last year ia $40 900. There are seven saw
ings banks, 9S6S3 depositors and $50, 1868 0i7 %
deposits.
The main feature Of the message are a recon-
incubation for proper presentation of town re-
ords; for an increase Of supreme court judges
from six to eight; for commission 10 revise the
statutes of the Statc for an appropriation for the
proposed Battle of Bennington monument; for
an aDnual teachers convention in each county, 10
compare methods OF instruction. and for the es-
adjustment of a state board of hhesth.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08
ILLINOIS.
Medical Association.

CHICAGO. June Z. The medical association met
to-day with six hundred and fifty delegates pres
ent. The report of the committees on neurology
read and referred. The committee on prize
essays reported that oBly two were submitted, and
Leifhcr were worthy of prize.
DR.. +. NJ. Hunt read long paper on the state
Of medicine and public hvgenc.
The question OF the revision Of the pharmaco-
pia was discussed and tabled. The following of
hcers were elected:
Fresldent-T. G.. Richard. on of Louisiana.
Wee Presiden's-White of New York, Gum of
Illinois, Russell of Connecticut Dunlay of Ohio.
CbarMen and SCctetarie, from various sections
Of the convention.
Buffalo selected as the place for holding the
next annual meeting, and the first Tuesday in
June as the time.
In the afternoon the various stations took up
their business accoidin. to the programme
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08
Winthrop Locals.

The firm of Field & Snow has dissolved; FL
bert Snow bought out his partner Mr.. Field
Snow will continue in the old store, where he will
sell groceries cheap and attend promptly to GUS
TONERS. MIR. Field goes to Lewiston where he
will keep bakery.
Swasey & Harvey fitting up an apohecary
shop and will keep in addition to apothecaries
goods, first class confectionery.
DIR. j. b. F illebrown, dentist. and an old either
here, has sold out his goods and business in den
tistiy to Barker of Wayne. DIR. Fillebrown goei
to Portland to do business with his son. The DR.
and wife will be greatly missed in town. for the,
have lived here many years; have been on The
right side of all moral questions, and were Away
active in every industrial enterprise for the town
A man from Lewiston was tried before Justice
Woodward on Tuesday, last for falsely assuming
to be Deputy Sheriff and fraudulentiy taking
goods on a replevin writ. lie was bound over t.
the August term Supreme Judicial Court. l
would seem that there were sherffs enough to wor
ry people without having sham
The village schools doing finely. There i
considerable moving in town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08
EUROPE.
Terms of Peace.


LONDON, June Z. The Times Alexaudr;s spe-
ciai says tue terms Of peace between Abyssnia
ana Egypt, are as follows That the old frontiers
be restored, and free trade intercourse and mu,u-
al consular relations be established.
The British Cabinet.
NEW YORK, June Z. A London special saws il
isreported there Is serious division in the Brit
taking any warlike action.
Notwithstanding the mobilization of the various
army corps progressing, IL is evident England il
not so ready for offensive operations as her war
party processes.
The Queens continued absence is giving rise to
great dissatisfaction among all classes
Closed.
PARIS, June Z. Three republican clubs have
been closed by the authorities, because Of unau-
thorzed political meetings.
Sentenced.
The manager of the Egolite, published at Mar
selles, has been sentenced to one months i.nprs-
onment and fine of three thousand francs.
Election.
Victoren Sardou, the dramatic writer, has been
elected a member of the French Academy dcfe at
ing Duke D'Audiffet Pasgular by vote of 10 to
IL
Legislative.
The Presidents of three sections of the left held
an important meeting to-day. The decisions show
lcnaihaoic moutfallOn. LII was DECIDED that
Gambetta, at the re-opening of the Chamber,
should move an interpe Ilation on the part of the
LEFT, but that contrary to the opinion of Gambetta
himself and Theirs, he should refrain from ar
raigning the action Of President MacMahon,
whose lrresponsibility should be fully admitted
It was also decided that the address 10 reply to
Mac Mahon's message should be moderate In form
though decided in substance.
Egypt.
LONDON, June7 7. An Alexandria CORRESPOND
ent gives the following:
The exhumation of the obelisk (Cleopatra's
Needle) for London has been completed. Elgh-
teen inches of the apex are gone, aud the corners
are somewhat damaged, but otherwise it is in q
fair condition.
France.
New YORK, June7. despatch from Paris
announces the theft of French rents to the amount
Of 1000 francs.
The Pope.
ROME, June Z. The Pope to-day received sew.
eral populations Of pilgrims, including one from
New York. He praised the faith displayed by
the pilgrims in this scepticalage.
Spain.
MADRID. June T. The ministers of interior
stated in congress to-day, that the assets in Bscsy
were affected in consequence of republican tend
ency.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08
,hnoc EishIng AssOcIatJ ton.

AT the regular annual meeting of the Cushnoc
Fishing Association, held in this city on Thursday,
June 9TH, that being the day fixed by the constiu-
ton, the following officers were elected for the
ensuing year:
Admiral II. A. Dewitt.
Vice Admiral-W. p. Whitehouse.
Commodore-W. II. Libby.
Captaiu-Geo. Z. Weeks.
Commander-Hoace H. Hamlen.
Master-J. s. Hendee.
Chief Engineer-H. S. Osgood.
Paymsster-J. Frank Pierce.
Surgeon-George w. Martin.
Quartermaster-George Cony.
Photo. X. Partridge.
Ensign. II. Marley.
Boatswain--Owen G. Whitehouse.
Carpenter-Dsniel w. Whitehouse.
Musicians-A. T. Thompson, Sumner Barton
Marines-Capt. G. b. Morton, Col. +. NJ. Drew,
Gen. Henry Boynton, Capt. r. w. Black, Capt.
l.. B. Hill.
Landsmen-Daniel A. Cony, John W. Chase, J.
NJ. Haynes.
Stewsrd-Arthur D. Locke.
Gonners-Jsmes b. Moore, j. W. Capp.
Sailmaker-P. o. Vickery.
The annual excursion will take place in about
two weeks. Due notice of the time will be given
by Admiral Dewitt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08

A very entertaining minstrel concert WAS given
on Tuesday evening, at the amusement hall of the
Insane Hospital, by troupe composed entirely Of
the attendants of the Asylum. The music was
good the singing excellent; the jokes and local
hits chaste and witty. Mr.. L. W. Priest, who was
"bones," is a natural artist, and his delineaton f
the plantation negro was admirable, aud was far
ahead Of the average professional performer. The
rendering of the song "Poor Uncle Pete" by V.
r. Luce, was finely done. Mr.. w. L. Chadwick
impersonated "Strong Minded Female in a way
to win the applause Of the audience. Mr.. N. w.
McLaachlan deserves credit for singing "Oh, Miss
Susie," and Hodgkns found plenty Of customers
who desire to patronize his IN ilk Farm" All OF
these young gentlemen are entitled to great
praise for their efforts to entertain aud please
those who were fortunate enough to have been
present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08
Chicago Produce Market.

tHICdsUs JuHt u 1911.
FLcUR-EXtra spring. 81 75as so.
WHEAr-No. spring, l47--a -;sash. aka
45i. July 29i4 August No. 5. 50Az a 50k I;
40 o. rejected, 9j-a 95-.
CORN-No. Mixed a.: cash Az: July. +5a4
August, a..
OATS .a71sc. cash. SIS July; 3s-- August.
RYE-No. 2, IS c.
BARLEY-No. spring, 60 a00c.
PORK = Cash, 10 Oo-al3 93k. July, II o. I;
August, ID 70.
LARD Cash, COS cash. sio--a9i3 July /;
August 421sa942h. 1856 it -
BULK MEAr>-Shoulders, 5--a-c; short rib
sides, la CT short clear rib, IA c.
WHISKEY-Western,l or
FRElGHTS-Corn " Buha lo, g. c., wheat do,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08
The Insane Hospital.


The semi.an meeting of the Board Of Trus-
tees of the Insane Hospital closed its session We'd
nesday evening. The full board was present,
viz: Hon. f. l.. Pattangal of Pembroke, DR.. J. T
Gilman Of Portland Hon. Z. W. Woodbury. OF
Bethel Maj. ii. A. Shorey Of Bridgton, Hon
Fred f. Richards Of Camden and DR.. j. l.. Cush-
ing of Skowhegan. The business transacted was
mainly routine in its character. The inspection
of the hal shows the present number in the Hos.
pital to be four hundred and fifteen. The work
of ventilation is going rapidly forward, and in
those wards where the system has been completed
the anticpations Of the trustees are fully realized
1t has been found necessary to cement the large
reservoir on Granite hill, anil workmen are now
pushing forward that work. The outlook for the
hospital farm and crops is most gratifying, espe-
cially as regards the hay crop. The committee re-
port as the result Of their inspection, that all de-
partments of the hospital are in highly satsfac.
tory condition. Mrs. A. j. Hall, formerly matror
of the institution. but now connected with the Or.
phans Home in Bath, is on flying visit to the
asylum, where she was most cordial lily greeted by
her friends the officers and patients Of the insttu
ton. Miss Alice G. Twitchell, the new matron
at the hospital is giving excellent satisfaction fol
the efficiency with which she discharges the ar
duous duties of her new position.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08
WASHINGTON.


WASHINGTON, June 7. The President has re-
ceived large bust of himself in terra Gotta from
the Louisiana Constitution and Union Associa-
ton, in appreciation of his Soulhe policy. The
bus. was placed in the library of the executive
mansion.
Resignation.
Third assistant postmaster Gen. Barbour, placed
his resignation 10 the hands of the Postmaster
General, last night.
Naval Matters.
Rear Admiral Rogers, superintendent Of the ma
val academy at Annapolis reports that all the ca
diets recently sick with the measles, have recover
ed and resumed their studies.
Internal Revenue.
The aggregate internal revenue receipts for the
fiscal year, already toots in excess of hucdred
and eleven million dollars, and the impression a [
the department is that the full receipts for the
year will fall little if any below the estimate of
one hundred and twenty millions.
Petitions.
Much of the Presidents lime has been occupied
lately listening to petitions of persons. principally
ladies, discharged from public service in accord
ance with the system Of reduction adopted ac-
cordipg to law. The executive cannot interfere
in one case in bundled.
Commissioned.
The President to-day signed the commissions of
James Gilfillan, to be u. 5. Treasurer, and A. u.
Wyman TO be Assistant Treasurer. The appoint
ments will take effect on the LIST proximo.
Indian Affairs.
Secretary Schurz has issued an order creating q
Board, 10 consist Of DIR. Richard Joseph, disburs-
ing clerk of the interior department, j ID. Sewell
treasury department, and Amos Hadley of the in.
terror department, to examine into the method,
now in force in the finance aud accounting divis.
p, ion Of the Indian bui eau and agencies.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08
NEWS BY TELEGRAPH
-TOrHE-
9ailg Keaushsf 5uurnal.
Special Despatch to the Daily Kennebcc Journal.
GARDINER.


GARDINER, June T. An alarm of FIRE was CIV
en- here this evening about 10 80 o'clock, caused
by fire being discovered in the cooper shop owned
by VIM. Whitney at the New Mills, which was
entirely destroyed, together with the house owned
by Albert Dudley, close by. Most of the furni-
turc in Dudleys house was saved in damaged
condition. Loss on house $500; no insurance.
Loss on cooper shop unknown. There was an in
surancc on the same for 800. Cause of fire I'M
known.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08
NEBR ASkA.
Severe Storm.

OMAHA, June I. The storm last night blew
down the floral hall ard many other small build
ngs at the fair grounds. At Florence a large
hall was unroofed In the cemeteries many of
the finest and largest monuments were thrown
down. The damage in the city is very great At
Papillian, Neb nine miles southwest many build
ings were damaged. Among others the Epsco-
pal church was unrooied.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08
CONDENSED TELEGKAMs.

Forest fires on the Saeuenay, in Canada. have
done much damage. Thirty houses with barns,
etc, have been burned
II is estimated that over Sll 900 900 in fraction
al currency viii never be presented for redemp-
ton, having been worn out. lost, or DESTROYED
This is about three per cent. of the total amount
issued,
The Joint Assembly at Columbia. S. c., yester-
day elected Gen. j. b. Kershaw of Camden, sue.
cessor to Judge r. b. Carpenter of the 9th circuit
Kershaw received l2S of 1870 votes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08
.JIJNE FASHIONS.

Will open this present week, the latest Summer
shapes, Pauline, Miranda. Telephone, Jaunty,
Dancheffs, Equestrian. in French and American
chips. Milan Tape and Leghorn Hats, in the
new shades of cream, pearl and drab. Monituere's
French flowers in lovely combinations. Gold spot
lace, new ornaments and ruching. The styles and
quality renders the prices satisfactory. We have
all we advertise, that is why it pays to print this
statement. M. +. WEBSTER,
IT 1853 Water St.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08
BODY iOnnd.
NEW YORK.
SWH npN.

NEW YORK. June l. John Kelly stated TO a re-
porter that Peter b. Sweeneys political friends
had promised his release on payment of $500 900 /;
$50 900 cash, the remainder Ia 80 days Tweed
release will probsbly not long be delayed now.
The World denounces the way of settling ring
suits, as evinced in the Sweeney case. 1t says
people are Disguised with the settlements, and are
convinced they are mockeiies of justice. Every
man who shall be shown to have been member
of this evident conspiracy to direct prosecution of
publ plumbers from public ends, to his own sd-
vantage will forfeit the claim no. only to respect,
but even to the liberation Of honest aud respecta-
bic New Workers.
Failed.
Fitzsimmons, Clark & Co.. dry goods dealers,
have failed Liabilities, $4,000; assets $685.
900.
Gold.
Gold opened at 100 ) s.
Financial.
Egyptian bonds advanced per cent. rumors
teat England occupied Egypt.
Denial.
Ben Butler says he has nothing to do with con
structng new party.
Appointment.
Collector Arthur has appointed Richard Grant
White, Gen. Mcmahon and Samuel Ogdon as
committee to reduce the force 10 the custom
house.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08
NEW HAMPSHIRE.
Appointments.

CONCORD, June I. Governor Prescott has APP
pointed the following as his staff Scion A. Car
ter, keene Benz. w. lloyt, Epping j ohm Brace
WELL Dover; Martin A. Haynes, Guilford Jona-
than Z. Packer, Concord; George l.. Ordwsy,
Warner; Anterior, w. Quint Manchester; Chas.
A. ellis, Nashua; Charles II. Greenleaf, Fran
coma; Ossian Ray, lancaster John Whipple,
Claremsnt; Charles Blanchard, Sandwich Each
with the rank Of colonel
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08
Dien.

In Portland, 9Th inst, Lorenzo, son of John A
and Kate n ellis 4th last, Lucy A., only daueh.
ter OF Charles A. and Clara l.. Dyer, aged years,
month.
In sanford, 18th ult Miss Laura E. Mouton,
aged 2s years, months.
In South Berwick, 18th ult., James Arthur, son
OF Rev. John and Sarah 5. Collins, aged months,
10 days.
In Bath, 4th inst, Eta c., daughter of George e.
and Almira Z. Nortoo, aged years, months; 9Th
inst, Lena, daughter OF James and Mary Green,
ag I'd months.
In woolwich. 9Th last, John stnson, aged 50
years, months.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08
DEXTER.


DEXTER, June Z. In the State Temperance
Reform Convention this forenoon, Wateive was
designated as the place Of holding the next con-
vention. No other important business was trans
acted except the reports of comm ittee on resolu-
tons, Of the state committee. etc
There was large meeting in the evening, and
very stirring speeches Great enthusiasm was
manifested. The entire convention has been very
profitable
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-08

ARE You CONC TO THE SEASIDE, or are you
there alreadys In either case procure some of
GLENN's SULPHUR SOAP, If you would increase
the luxury OF the bath, render your skin white
and healthy, and remove freckles or sunburn
Sold by all druggists. HILLS HAIR AND WHIsK
Err DYE, Black or Brown. so cents.
inneGt e vi mo