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Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

HARTFORD. April 10. The fourth annual reun.
ion of the National Union of Andersonvie sur.
vivors was held in this city to-day. Vice e-Presi
dent Leroy of Nashua, N. H., presided. Abou,
seventy five ex-prisoners were present. 1t was de
cided to hold the next re union at Wilkesbarre
Pa, April 10, 1873 Officers were chosen as fol.
lows:
President-Ezra II. Ripple, Scranton, Pa.
Vice e-President-Rober, Ii. Kellogg, No. Man
chester, Conn.
Recording Secretary George Curtin Lockha-
ven, Pa
Corresponding Secretary and Treasurel-uir irlm
buckingham, Hartford, Conn.
Chaplain-J. c. Turner, Wilkesbarre Pa.
Executive Committee-Comrades Turner and
ii. NJ. Hoyt, Wikesbarre, and Curtis Kingston
Penn.
1t was voted to change the name of the Assoca
ton TO the National Union of Survivors of An
Jacksonville and other Southern Military Prisons
The members had banquet at the United States
Hotel, and in the evening enjoyed bean bake
with Drake Post, at South Manchester.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
The Governor and Council yesterday levied the

Atlantic & ST. Lawrence. Sl4 157 06
Boston & Maine, 1865 05
Dexter 4 Newport, l,lS9 30
Maine Central 1881 ~
Portland (Horse), 775 SO
l.. S. 4 Portsmouth. 800 so
Portsmouth, Great Falls Il Conway, 2O6 55
st. Croix 4 Pcnobscot 25 81
Lewiston & Auburn, 1915 90
The Governor granted pardons 10 the following
persons Patrick II. McClasky of Bethel, sem
fenced to life imprisonment for rape, and Rufus
Litteield of Kennebunk, the same. He also
pardoned Cornelius Mehan, sentenced from Pc
nobscot for larceny, and Samuel A. Frazier from
same for robbery
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
WASHINGTON.


WASHINGTON, April Is. There is great clam
or by the late employees Of the department dis
charged yesterday. One woman brought letter
from President Hayes and another signed by
Senators Thu man and Sherman (her original
recommendation, but without avail.
The Commission.
kilograms were received by the president from
the Louisiana commission yesterday. 1t is not
considered expedent TO furnish the contents for
publication but assurance is give tha tea .ei or
warrants the assertion that the prospect oi the set
tlement Of affairs continues to improve and the in
dcation are tha. the labors Of the commission will
have satisfactory termination.
Released.
In the criminal court, Benz. B. Halleck, who
was indicted with Otiermsn for the larceny of
S41 900 from the treasury, and who was used a
witness against Otterman, was released to-day.
Annual Meeting.
The national academy Of science resumed Its
annual session to-day, and several papers were
read and discussed
A State Dinner.
a state dinner was given at the Executive man
sion this evening in honor of the Grand Dukes
Alexis and Constantine. There were also present
the Russian Minister and wife, Sir Edward and
Lady Thornton, representing the diplomatic corps
and several cabinet officers and their ladies'
The marine band furnished the music.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

James Chapman, the man who attempted to take
his life by an overdose of laudanum. is now out
Of danger His case was desperate one, but by
great efforts his life was saved. 1t appears that
Chapman had taken little over two ounces of
laudanum, the last dose having been taken about
3.3O in the afternoon. When the doctor arrived
at 430, it too late to apply the stomach pump
Powerful shocks Of the galvanic battery, severe
fagellation, walking exercise and the new anti
dote, atropine applied hyperdermicay, were tried.
Bat, notwithstanding all this, the patient fell into
a deep opium sleep about II ocock. Then the
atropine was again tried, and in double doses
The result was fav orable and at one o'clock the
pulse and breathing of the man became better,
and continued to do so till the next morning at ten
o'clock, when he was considered out of danger.
DIR. Crooker, who attended Chapman, considers
the cure almost wholly due to the treatment by
atropine.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
Minister Russell.
Anniversary.

Minister Russell is to be retained as representa-
tive to Venezuela, and correspondence has beer
opened with that government.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
PORTLAND.


PORTLAND, April 10. The vessel reported by
the steamer City of Vera Cruz, as being abandon
ed, was probably the schooner Abbie of Yarmouth,
Capt Charles j. Adams, from Matanzas, Ap, il 9Th,
for some port north of Hatteras. She was owned
by Blanchard and others of Yarmouth, was bu lit
in 1860, and was two hundred and ninety five tons
burden,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
Nj EXICO.
American Affairs.

SAN Francisco, April l9. A San Diego dis
patch say. that the gunboat Lackawanna has ar
rived at Mazatton, but had done n thing with re-
gard to seizure of the American schooner Mantana
and was to leave in day or two for Topaz to coal
when she will proceed to Reapuco to settle the
| case OF Coweul Sutter against the Diaz authori-
ties.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
RHODE ISLAND.


PROVIDENCE, April l9. The third trial in this
city for choice of senator and ninth representative
to the general assembly to-day, resulted in the
choice Of the democratic ticket.
The Providence representation in the general
assembly now stands ten republicans and three
democrats, including SPooner.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
. The Great kepmblLc. y

Preparations for the productions of this grand
pleasing and instructive entertainment to be Civ
en- at Granite Hall, Saturday and Monday evenings
next, we are pleased to learn are progressing upon
grand scale. ANY who have formed an idea that
this is a common school exhibition, will he disap
pointed when they see it. 1t promises to be the
great evont OF the season. Over 200 of oui
brightest youths will participate and now that the
price of admission has been fixed at % cents every
body will 90.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
WEDNESDAY EVENING, May l6.

7.00-Praise meeting.
'3O-Address-What can Sunday Schools learn
from secular schools.
Prof. c. c. Rounds, Western State Normal School
S00-Discussion.
& Sl5-Question Box.
2 SA5-Closing remarks. Five minute talks
"What have | received What will
rive :"
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

PHILADELPHIA, April 10. The Globe Hotel,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
Weather indications TOR To-day.

For the Middle and New England States
threatening weather and rain, with northeas,ei IL
to southeasterly winds, falling barometer and
slight rise in temperature, followed in the south
ern portions of the middle states during the day,
with clearing weather, westerly to northwesterly
winds and rising barometer.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
NEWS BY TELEGRAPH
TO rHE-
1aily Eennshse 5oarual.
IlALLOW ELL.

Suicide.
HALLowELL. April 10. Mr.. George b. Cro-
well committed suicide here at noon today by
hanging. lie made an unsuccessful attempt a
few weeks since, in the same manner lie was
then discovered in season to be cut down when
life was almost extinct, and resusctated. He had
been very despondent, but was supposed to be so
much improved that there was no danger OF Sec
ond attempt of the kind. He had just gone into
business, and it was hoped the care of it would
fully restore his mind.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
A Quorum.

WASHINGTON, April 10. George A. Sheridan
of Louisiana received telegram to-day from the
chairman of the democratic caucus at New Or
Icons, saying, ave have Il returning board quo.
rum in both houses
General Sheridan thinks this settles the contest.
ex-governor Kellogg seems to think it does not
but that its determination depends upon the ac-
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
FARMINGTON.
Accident.

FARAINGToN, April 10. Alonzo Walker, a
prominent citizen of New Sharon, fell from his
wagon on his way home from here yesterday, in
apoplectic ft Recovery doubtful.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

Considerable excitement was caused yesterday
forenoon by the running away of Harlow's city
express team. The team was standing near the
pos, Office, and the driver in attempting to get in
TO the wagon slipped; this started the horse and
the man fell under the horses feet and the wheels
of the team. The horse continued through Wa
ter street, running into several carriages and do
ing considerable damage but was finally stopped
near Huntngton's store. d. Martins chase
was struck the axle being broken and other dam
age done. Long fellow & Sanborn's team was
considerably smashed and the harness injured.
Fri Willis wagon was somewhat damaged. 9th
CT injury was done, but nothing of serious ma
tuic, and it was fortunate that no person was in
jired, not even the driver of the runaway team,
who was about his work in the afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL,
Boston Stock List.

Boston, April II, 1877.
Sales at the Brokers' Boardl
Eastern Railroad, 3's-a4
Boston II Maine Railroad a95-
Portland, Saco Portsmouth, Nlsa3
Boston Il Name Railroad rs, llOA4a-
Eastern Railroad rs 80 ab0
Maine state 6s, "a
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
Marine Disaster.

SAVANNAH, April 10. The steamship Seminole
from Boston, reports on the 18th inst. at ) p. NJ.
% miles South south east of Cape Lookout fell in
with sch Mary w. lIupper of ST. George, Me-.
with distress signal flying, rudder fore and main
boom gone; abandoned on The 10th inst.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

According to the warrant issued by Justice of
the Peace the meeting for the organization in
this city for "Society for the Prevention of
Cruelty to Animals" will be held this afternoon,
at o'clock in the Common Council Room. All
who desire to forward the interests of such a So
ciety are requested to be present
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
CONDENSED TELEGRAMS.

The republican state convention of Ohio will
be held August lst, at Cleveland.
The sailors strike at 81, John, n b has come
TO an end.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

The United States Coast Survey has determined
the geographical positions of many points all over
the country. That of Augusta is 440. IS. 52' in
latitude, and in longitude west from Greenwich
G9o, 46 81 or in time 4h, Son, 06jsec. The ex-
act point in this city of which this is strictly true
Ia the Raptist church
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
The ladY on gentleman soiourners al fashionable
The Portal. of the Head

the lips, are the most expressive feature in the
human countenance. When they open on white
e,tening teeth, they are inexpressibly attractive.
kssable in fact. Ladies, don't lose sight of this
fact, and remember that SOZODONT will whiten
and preserve your teeth. aprillS S-teod&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
Internal Revenue.

The secretary has notified the internal revenue
officers at Greenboro, n. c. to firmly discharge
their duties, and the federal government will pre-
tect them.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
NORTH CAROLINA.
COnrt Matters.

New YORK, April 49, A large number of war
rants have been procured to be served on revenue
officers who to testify against illicit disteres
and tobacco manufacturers, recently arrested in
Greenboro \. c., with the view of preventing
said officers from being present NEXT week at the
trial.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
NEW YORK.
w Gather.

Weather.
NEW YORK, April 10. Raining, wild cas;eIly
mid indications OF clearing.
Tweed's Confession.
John b. Townsend, counsel for Tweed saws the
honor TO himself at least with some profit to tn,
people
Insurance.
Ey-president Luther w. Frost, and es.yic,
president Rufus &. Frost, of the Continental Lif,
Insurance Company, are in Europe, and have be
gun negotistions for the terms they be allowed t.
return 10 New York.
SkedaddIer.
Ex-senator Winslow, to whom Tweed paid the
$500 900 of Legislative bribe money, is rePo ted tc
have skedaddled to Canada.
Accident.
The man who fell from the upper window o.
the Post building yesterday afternoon, during the
fire, was John b. Young OF Cincinnati. lie wa.
endeavoring to open the window wider, when he
lost his balance and fell, striking the SHARP
points of lamp post. The points penetrated
through his body. 1t was with great difficulty
that the police and citizens could remove hin
from his horrible position. lie WAS taken to tht
hospital and at last accounts was Caring. IIt
formerly was wealthy citizen here, and was on
visit to settle up some real estate matters.
Eight Hours.
Meetings are projected here by working men t.
protest against the federal government aboshlns
the eight hour law.
Failure.
Rothschild, Hymou & Co.. dry goods Importers
have failed; liabilities $4,000.
Ex-Confederates.
An initial meeting was held in Brooklyn las
night of ex-confederates who are to participate il
the ial services on decoration day.
Rejected.
The nomination of Ike ii. Bailey, formerly o
Portland, Me-, as police commissioner, was reject
ed to-day by the aldermen.
A Chang,
Chatham street, we'll known as second hant
clothing street in this city, hereafter known a
Park row.
Military Matters.
Battery X Sd artillery, vacated Bedloes islanC
to-day, and went to Plattsburg. The island will
be devoted to Bartholdl's colossal statue of Liber
ty, donated by the French people.
Arrested.
The novel sensation Of arresting car drivers fol
over-crowding horse cars, was experienced on tn,
Bleecher street line to-day. Three drivers wert
held for trial on complaint Of Berghs.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

Messrs. NJ. N. & +. G.. Rich of Portland, will
resume the publication fthe Portland Price Cour-
aat early next month. To the business men Of
this State this will be good news, for the Price
Courant was and will be journal ofspecial inter-
O them.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
MRs. CORNELIA ALLISON.

a LARGE varied, stylish and tasty selection of
Foreign and American Paper Hangings, have late
ly been received by Messrs. j. IL. ROBINSON &
Co., 406 Washington Street, Bos on,-see adver-
tisement in another column. Before papering
your houses a vi-it to their extensive warerooms
can but prove advantageous. tit
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
NEW llAMPSIIIRE.
Fatal Accident.

KEENE, April 10. Sumner Bems, while SHOW
cling sawdust in mill at Troy, n. H., o-dsy was
caught in a set screw and had his arm torn off,
and was otherwise manged. lie lived about two
hours.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
Horse TrOf.

SACRAMENTO, April 10. To-day Moe Nc.
Carly, Lady Amadlda, Council Bluffs and Wheat
lyy ran two miles and repeat, the former winning
Time 3 3Sl-i, 3 36 3-4
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

Mr.. John b. Norton is srenodelhng his house sit
uated on the east side of the river. When COM
pleted it will be OF the most stylish houses on
that side of the liver.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

Huntington, Mason & Co. are selling very desh-
able styles of fancy shirts, two Troy made collars
with each shrD for Sl.jO per shirt. The usual
price of these goods is 81 90.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

1t is understood that the proposals for putting
up the buildings, not yet let out on Water St.,
will be opened on Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

There is considerable interest at the FIRST Bap-
list society, and special evening meetings are be.
ing held this week.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

A novel written by "Gail Hamilton" who has
been spending the winter with Mrs. Blaine, will
soon be published by Boston house. The work
is entitled "First Love is Best"
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

The beautiful poem in Harper's Monthly for
May, entitled "Israfl," is from the pen of Mrs.
B. III. Mace of Bangor.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

near the Centennial grounds, was sold to-day for
S3,475. The original cost wa. ouer S2O0, 600.
Strike.
PoTTsvILLE, April l9. There are no new de-
yelopments in the engineer strike to report from
this end. The brotherhood men are working hard
to induce those at work to join them, with bat lit
tie success.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
CALIFOR
Death.

san Francisco, April 10. Col. Garrett Dunn.
who during the late commanded the second
regiment of Meagher's Irish Brigade of New York
volunteers, died in this city to-day of consump-
ton.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
All Quiet.
GEORGIA..

Everything is quiet at the state house to-day
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

VIRGINIA..
CelebratjOn.

RICHMOND, April 10. Tomorrow the colored
people will celebrate the anniversary OF the adop
tion of the l4th and 10Th amendments by pa
rade speeches, &C.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
MASSACHUSETTS.


WORCESTER, April 10. Michael Kennedy COM
mitted suicide last night. lie lost leg in the em
ploy of the Boston d Albany road in 1875, and
sued for S20,0 900 damages. The case was decided
as ainst him last week
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
Cincinnati Produce Market.

Cincinnati, April II, 1877.
PORK $l5 i0Il5 30 Clear sides, 1%as
LARD BACON
Steam, 10 0G--al0 2J shoulders, 81. a6 3.
Kettle, l0-a0- Clear rib sides, s,sae1s
BULK MEATS Clear sides, SKA
shoulders, 5-s51 WuISkEY- | OJal 06
Clear rib sides, 0-a7l
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
Could Hardly stand on Her Feet.


DIR. r. V. PIERCE
Dear Sir-I must tell you what your medicine has
done for Before taking your Favorite Pre-
scripton | could hardly stand on my feet, but by
following your advice, / am perfectly cured. The
Favorite Prescription is wonderful medicine fol
debilitated and nervous females. | cannot ex-
press how thankful / am to you for your adv ice.
Yours truly.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

Mr.. Dodd, pino forte tuner, has arrived in town
and is attending TO orders.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

There is patient in the Insane Asylum who /,
but eleven years old.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
CONN EC1ICU1.
Arms and Ammunition.

other large steamship will load q cargo Of arms
and ammunition at New Haven, Conn, for Con
stantinople. 1t is rumorcd that one of the Rus
sian feet is to watch the movements of these
steamers.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
CANADA.


MONTREAL, Anril 10. Asa b. Foster, the
CANADIAN railway king, has had his property in
this city attached in suit for over one million
dollars.
Severe Storm.
a severe rain storm set in last night accompan-
led by high wind. Much damage is spprehended.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

John b. Townsend, counsel for Tweed says the
latter will come out of his confession if without
honor to himself at least with some profit to the
people.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

Rev. DR.. Z. S. Thompson Baird, has resigned
the secretaryship of the board of publication of
the Presbyterian General Assembly and Rev.
VIM. A. Campbell has been appointed to fill the
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

TRAVELLERS find an easily prepared and most
satisfactory beverage in the Vanilla Chocolate pre-
pared by Walter Baker Il Co. A single trial will
establish its popularity. Dealers in family stores
everywhere supply il. aprlS-tt
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
Arrested. @.

BosToN, April 10. The Chief of Police has re-
ceived q telegram from New York, announcing
the capture of the notorious Bill Vssburg charged
with stealing So 900 worth Of bonds in this city re
Gently.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20


Our readers have noticed for several days in our
columns, the announce meut Of Dr. o. Fitzgerald
who may be found at the Mansion House for this
day only While in clsirvoyant state, the Doc
tor prescribes for patients, and at their request
will furnish medicines. His examinations are all
free, and he will frankly tell the afflicted whether
there is any prospect of their recovery, or if he
can help them.
Ii was bug Of an investigating turn of mind.
lie found it between the leaves Of a volume in the
treasury department, looking after the sinking
fund.- and the State appropriations. He had nev-
or seen a bug of the Kind before, and yet he has
lively interest in entomology, and has boarded
at hotel He carefully wrapped the animated
specimen" in paper, and with the light of scien-
tifc enthusiasm upon his brow, FASTENED to learn
the origin and species Of the mysterious intruder.
Carefully unfolding the paper, be laid before the
inexperienced, wise Judging, and discriminat-
az heads of the department of State Supern-
tendent of Schools, very lively specimen of the
cinner iectuldrius-or bedJug
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
New York Money Market.
EVENING REPoRr

New York, April IL, lsI5.
money was easy at \ as per cent. on call. For.
and 1875 a4s9-- for demand. Gold opened at io6s |.
and closed at II y. Loans l-as- per cent.
Customs receipts, ssGs,90J. Treasury disbursed
elLi60 interest, 1900 Tor bonds, and coo fer
silver.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
MISSOURI.
The st. IOuis Fire.

ST. Louis, April 10. The benefit at the Opera
House last night for the servant girls of the
Southera Hotel netted twenty-five hundred dol
lars.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
SOUTH CAROLINA.
A Protest.

COLUMBIA, April 49, A special says the ex-
cluded republican officials last night sent docu-
ment to Wade Hampton, recounting that they had
been forcbly excluded and rejected from their
offices without due process of law, which latter he
had promised to abide by. They say his action
deprves them of their legal rights and it is
mockery for him TO say otherwise.
All Quiet.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
PENNSYLVANIA.
Pres. Grant.

HARRISBURG. April 10. Ex-President Gran
will remain until next Monday, and it is now stat
ed that Cameron will not accompany him on hi
European trip.
Sale,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

We have given Adamson's Bslssm thorough
trial. and have no hesitation in recommending il
to our readers as safe and efficscous remedy for
coughs and colds. Price 3j cents.-Editor Ken
dsll's Mills Chronicle. spllS-t&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

\ boat load oflivc Holsters arrived yesterday at
ou= wharvcs.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
Zoral ano State NeW5.

Maggie Mitchell appears here the 9th.
Tomatoes are in the maike'.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

1t is stated that manager Frank Ufrner offers
hate Clsxton 500 night and her expenses to
star through the country as "The Daughter of the
Flames"
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

Call and see the choice line of cigars and tobac-
Goes just received by Devine & Howard. apt tfeod
0PDR. o. FITZGRALD, the wonderful Clair
vo, ant Physician and Sargeon, will visit Augusta.
a. MANSION House. on FRIDAY, APRIL 2Oth, for
one day only. DIR. Fitzgerald undertakes no in
durable cases, but will examine AL who may call
on him FREE OF CHARGE, and if a cure cannot be
effected will frankly tell them So aprllttillap2l
The lady or gentleman sojourners at fashionable
Seaside resorts spas, may rest assured that
Glenn's .,ulpher Soap will furnish them certain
protection or prompt relief from irritation of the
cutcle, no matter from what cause arising, and
prevent tan freckles. Sold by all druggists.
lills Hair and Whisker Dye, Black or Brown, 80
cents. apl4 -t&lmo
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
Wanted.

reliable woman to do general housework.
N Apply to 4. IL. hoRCkoSS,.
anrlaiIW- Manchest r, Me.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

Take the Forest Tar" for all kidney complaints
Ii will do the work well. apllS-t&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
edaddler.

Ex-senator Winsow, to whom Tweed paid
S20000 of legislative bribe money, is rePor ted
have skedaddled to Canada.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20
suTance.

Ey-president Luther w. Frost, and es-vice
president Rufus c. Frost of the Continental Life
Insurance Company, are in Europe, and have be-
gun negotiations for the terms they be allowed to
return 10 New York.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-04-20

LAWRENCE, April 10. The survivors of the old
Massachusetts 9th Regiment, celebrated here to-
day the 10th anniversary of their memorable marc h
through Baltimore. Rev. Chas. Bsbbage, former
Chaplain, now "A years old, delivered the Grafton.
Fire.
BosToN, April 10. Newton and Thompson
box factory at Forestdale. VT, was burned to day
Loss, S25 ,000 insured, $40, 500.