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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

Gone to meet the bull doz -aire.
Last night was night of rejoicing among the
republicans of this city. They had waited long in
| ton; the democrats had burned their powder and
tar barrels prematurely, and now the rcpubli leans
have had their turn for that kind of sport.
AT precisely eight O'Clock, the cannon which
had been placed on the point opposite the old Fort
on the east side of the river, doomed forth. This
was the signal for the ringing of the city bells
which pealed forth merrily and vigorously. ma
tiona salute of thirty. eight guns was fired from
the cannon. Bonires Of tar barrels were lighted
in the following localities: Market Square; on
the top of Rines' hill in front of the Augusta
noe House square; at the corner Of Green and
State streets; of State and Bridge streets
corner Of Sewall and Winthrop streets corner of
Green and Sewall streets; 90 Cushnoc heights
and at several points the east side of the river
Fireworks were let of on the top Of Winthrop
bill and at various other places.
The streets were filled with young republicans
cheering and footing horns. While there were
demonstrations Of joy, there was not the slightest
exhibition of rowdyism. 1t was real, rational en-
joyment, unmixed by anything in the least often
sive.
The republicans Of Cushnoc heights brought
out their little gun and fired some lusty salutes.
Flags bearing the names of Hayes and Wheeler
were displayed in various parts of the city, and
those that did good service in the campaign, were
again brought out to do duty.
A ball at Granite Hall, well attended, closed
the demonsti alton for the evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
CONDENSED TELEGRAMS.

A fire in Kansas City, Butler county, Pa, de
stroyed the Bateman House. Mr.. Batemsn wa
severely burned, and his son fatally. Loss $40,
600; insured for $4,000.
The American ship John A. Kimba before re
ported at Terschelling is total wreck.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

NJ. c. DolloG, the popular provision dealer in
Market square, slaughtered calf yesterday, only
ten weeks old, that weighed when dressed, l6S
pounds and is the incest calf that has been cut up
10 tie market for long while.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

At Especial meeting of the stockholders of the
Waterville National Bank held at their banking
rooms on Saturday last, it was voted to instruct
the directors to contract for the building Of new
block to consist of two stores and banking room
on the site of their present building.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

We have received call from that earnest work
CT in the temperance cause, Mr. Benz amin Z.
Walker of Bangor. During the past ten weeks, he
his visited thirty eight different towns, delivered
sixty temperance lectures, and obtained during
that time ll32 names to the iron-clad pledge. He
is reformed man, aud knows jast how TO APP
proach men who are almost in the gutter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

The young ladies of the Free Baptist society
cier, this evening, in the vesry of their church.
very pleasing entertainment, consisting of dia-
logues, Rotations, readings, singing, tableaux,
&c. They give this entertainment for the benefit
of the Sabbath school, to increase the library
fund. The usual refreshments will be offered for
sale, and the occasion cannot fail to be of interest
and pleasure. A small admission Of fifteen cents,
only, will be charged.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
BANGOR.


BANGOR, March 5. Flags are displayed on
public and private buildings, campaign banners
are waving, and the republicans of Bangor and
Brewer at noon fired one hundred guns in honor
of the Inauguration of Hayes and Wheeler.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
BELFAST.
Fire.

Henderson, on Bridge street, with furniture, was
burned last night Loss about eight hundred dol
lars; insured. The fire was caused by defective
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
SACtD.
Election.

SAco, March S. The city election to-day was
quite exciting, particularly the vote for Mayor
Foss, republican, had 50 majority. The demo-
cratic vote was the largest ever polled The re-
publicans carry six wards, the democrats one.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
Ward TwO-Caucus Notice.

The republicans of Ward Two are hereby re-
qnested to meet in the rotunda Of the Court
House, on Friday evening, March 9th, at I IL
O'Clock, to nominate candidates tor ward officers,
to be supported at the polls on Monday 18th, inst.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

At the town meeting in Belgrade, yesterday, the
following officers were elected Selectmen, G. J..
Page Charles II. Wyman, Geo. w. Cotte; Town
Clerk, j. c. Mosher Treasurer, l.. W. Bachelor /;
School Committee, J. c. Taylor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

The real cause Of the fire alarm at Hallowell Sat
urday afternoon, has been learned by under ground
telegraph. Rev. Mr.. Newcombe, pastor of the
Baptist church. went to the church, and finding
the sexton hadn't arrived, thought he would ring
the bell for conference meeting-the thing is done
SO easily, you see-anybody can ring bell! All
you got to do is to pull the rope Well, the rev.
erend gentleman did phil the rope vigorously, and
the notes Of the "deep-toned Baptist bell" foated
out on the air. But when it came time to stop
the bell, for the customary pauses he didn't know
how to do that. He was entirely unacquainted
with the method of SETTING bell, and SO In
stead of sober, sedatc sort of summons to the
house of prayer, frst-rate fire alarm was raised.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

In answer to several correspondents, we would
state that the "Dog law" so called, providing for
the licensing of dogs goes into effect the 18th
of March
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
NEW FOUNDLAND.


HALIFAX, March 5. The Newfoundland legis-
laure opened Thursday. Mr.. Winter, member
for BURN, was chosen speaker. The Governor
in speech, said that the industrial operations Of
the island last year were attended with remuner
alive results. The general revenues of the year
exceeded the estimates. sac.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

Mr.. Douglass preached 10 large congregations
Sunday forenoon and evening, at the Free Baptist
church. Evening meetings will be continued
from Wednesday during the week, and there will
be a preaching service on Thursday and Friday
cyenipgs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

The recent rain storm flooded the kennebec to
quite an extent opposite this city. and the cold
weather of Sunday night made glare ice Of the
same, so that the boys and girls were out in full
force yesterday, in the full enjoyment Of the ra-
tional and healthful pastime of skating.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

A ground sparrow has found a nice and com
Portable home all winter in the Kennebec bridge.
This indicates what kind of winter we have
had
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

A Universslist Conference meeting will begin
at the Universalist church in Fairfield, of which
Rev. Mr.. Pennington is pastor, on this TUESDAY
evening. to continue until Thursday. Rev. Mr..
Dearborn and DR.. Quinby of this city, and other
prominent Universalists from Kennebec county,
will be present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

After hearing a sermon on "Covetousness," an
individual walked straight out of church in this
city, last Sunday, and stole an umbrella lie
probably thought the subject was cover tousness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

The republicans of Ward Six will meet at their
ward room, on Friday afternoon, March 9th, at
o'clock, to nominate ward officers to be supports
ed at the election on Monday, March 18th.
PER ORDER.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

Somebody in the Gardiner Reporter says we
need have no apprehension for some time to come
concerning the security of the ice in the river be-
tween this city and Gardiner. We trust that tn is
will not be taken as license for careless persons
to poke their heads through holes in the ice for
the sake Of furnishing an ice item for the news
Iaper,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
ELLSWORTH.


ELLSWORTH March 5. At the municipal cleo
ton to-day, Monroe Young, democrat, received
81 votes, James F. Davis, republican, 53l votes.
The democrats carry three of the five wards.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

If you want perfect fitting shirt you can find
it TO Huntington, Mason & Cos. Shirts made to
measure If desired.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

Judge Daniorth is presiding at the present term
of the Supreme Judicial Court in Aroostook
county.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
Like A Watt

From the Spice Islands is the breath which has
been perfumed BY the aid of Sozodon't, the ma
tional beautiier Of the teeth. Decay touches not
the teeth which have been fortified against it by
this matchless dental invigorant
feb2Steod,e wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

The County Commissioners are in session at the
court house in this city, for the purpose of appor
tioning the county taxes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
DAMARISCOTTA.
Rejoicing.

DAMARIsCoTTA, March 5. The republicans arc
firing guns and ringing bells this morning over
the success of their candidates.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

The Universalist Ladies Social Aid will meet
with Mrs. G. w. Quinby this, Tuesday, evening.
Supper at o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
tAarrtfo.

In Bangor, cath nit George W. Gould to Miss
Mary K. Greenyier, both of b.; 25th ult Wyman
b. Piper to Mis- Annie G. Russell, both of Pitts
deld; 2fd ult., Charles G. Davis to Miss Abby A.
Miller, both OF Odtown.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
NEW YORK.
attempt to Pull Down the Flag

New YORK, March 5. The Express says that
an attempt was made this afternoon to force the
Sun newspaper to haul down the American flag
hanging at half mast and union down, at the top
of its building. The assailants were expelled
from the building by the police and the Sun em-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
NEW HAMPSHIRE.
Celebrating.

ROCHESTER, March 3. The republicans arc
celebrating the election of Hayes and Wheeler,
tonight, by the firing of cannon, bonfres, torch
light procession, and public meeting at the town
hall.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
GORII 4 NJ.
DE- ath.

PORTLAND, March 5. Stephen w. Eaton,
formerly well known railroad superintendent died
at Gorhsm this morning, aged II.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

Eight persons were received into full fellowship
in the Methodist church, last Sunday. The reviv-
al influence continues there.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
AUBURN.
Election.

AUBURN, March 5. Auburn elected 1Ianniba
r. Smith, republican, over A. NJ. Peab,es. demo
crat, by about 2i0 majority. City council repub
lcan
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
Weather Indications for To-day,

For the Middle and New England States,
rising barometer possibly preceded by a slight
fall. southwest to northwest winds, and cooler,
followed by warmer clear or partly cloudy wealth
er,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

colt Of Winthrop. No. 6, summer. Miss Annie b.
Mears; fall and winter, G. NJ. Smith Of Natick,
Mass. No. Z, winter, Miss Angie b. Dolloff of
Mt. Vernon,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

Rev. Mr.. Adams, pastor of the Methodist church
in this city, oiiiciates this month at Togus.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

The regular monthly meeting Of the managers
Of st. Marks Home will be held at the Home'
this Tuesday afternoon at 2 80 o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
LEWISTON.
Election,

LEWISTON, March 5. Lewiston re elected Ed
mund Russell, republican, Mayor, by 1905 to l02!
for Alonzo Garcelon, democrat.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
" A N'lED.

4 SITUATION to do work In a private family by
"A Imam and wife. Apply at Journal onice.
mars Sc
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
Cincinnati Produce Market.

Cincinnati, March 5, 1877.
FORK $lo 25al3 81 Clear sides, eka eS
LARD BACON
Steam, 62kas 6s1 Shoulders, IA
Kettle, l0isalI Clear rib sides, . a az y
BULK MEATS Clear sides, s-a6k
Shoulders, 5.a5t WHISkEY- 06a-
Clear rib sides, S-as&
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

The Governor has appointed Hon. Andrew T..
Wiswe Judge of the Municipal Court at Els
worth.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
West Gardiner Town Affairs.

From the report of the Selectmen of the town
| of West Gardiner. d. Z. Merrill, J. w. Herrick,
and J. A. Spear, we gather the following facts.
The lab ties are placed at s2l ,Oo33S; resources,
Sc, 702 .02; indebtedness, 81, SOL SO.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
Beaten.

John Clemens, lawyer of Bayonne. N. j., was
dragged from his bed Saturday night, by masked
men, and savagely beaten, because he had made a
complaint at the instance of client against the
coal dock laborers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

Put away his empty barrel.
Fold his Presidential Clothes,
He has started up Salt River,
Led and lit by Cronin's nose.
Put away the little barrels,
Sammy emptied out with care,
Eight to seven was what upset him,
lie has climbed the Golden Stair"
Put away the little lsurels,
That our darling used to wear,
Cronin's vote was only left him,
And no ace can beat pair.
Listen to the fearful curses,
That salute the ear,
Sammy's gone-the jig Is ended
- al I'LL 4
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

Huntington Mason Il Co. have large stock of
umbrellas which they are selling at very low
prices
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
Zoral AMI State Mems.

The days arc over two hours longer than in
December.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL.
New York Money Market.
EVENING REPORT.

New York. March 5, lsi7.
Money was easy ats al per cent. on call. Fors
egn exchange dull at 4s Ass for bankers .loI
and ts4'4 a4s5- for demand. Gold opened at l04I
and closed at l04a. Loans ia AZ per cent.
Customs receipts, s67,.0O. Treasury disbursed
sl3a0Oo interest $4,000 Tor bonds, and e0,000 fer
silver.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
FORTY-FIFTH CONGRESS.
Extra Session.

WASHINGTON, March 8.
At l.25 the Senate returned and the Vice Presi.
dent resumed the chair.
Mr.. Hamlin submitted resolution that q CON-
mittee of three be appointed TO wait upon the
PRESIDENT of the United States, and inform him
mat quorum Of the Senate had assembled and
the senate would be pleased to receive any CON-
munication be may be pleased to make. Agreed
TO, and Messrs. Hamln, Morton and Ransom
were appointed such a committee.
MIR. Morton moved that when the Senate adj
Journ to day it be to meet Wednesday at IL
o'clock.
Mr.. Hamlin opposed the motion and said that
when the committee should wait upon the Presi-
dent he would no doubt reply that he was ready
to communicate with the Senate immediately
Therefor the Senate should be in session to re-
ceive such communication.
Mr.. Morton withdrew his motion and the Ser-
ate at 30 o'clock adjourned until II o'clock tc-
morrow.
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4
and ]. A. Spear we gather the following facts.
The lab ilities are placed at 2l ,oo33S; resources,
Sc, 702 or indebtedness, Sl4. 30l.36.
RECEIPTS.
Cash balance from last account SiS 40
received on town notes 9612 %
" Of John Collins collector Al So
| "E p. Seayey $50 81
as. NJ. Pinkham 1929 Is
d" an. j. Benner 2078 90
40. L. Towle 236 90
| d" town of Smithfed AZ 40
" back highway tax 90
" resident tax deeds redeemed IL 90
reimbursement for State
pension AS 90
school funds for 1876 666 81
1877 5S5 80
use of town house % 90
nonresident taxes l24 "a
SlS,274 &c
EXPENDITURES.
Town note, paid ST., 422 80
Town orders paid G,l66 "a
State pension 4S 90
Cash on hand 637 10
slS,274 %
LIABILITIES.
Outstanding Note. sls,e72 90
Interest on outstanding notes due,
uncalled for III 90
sl98l3 90
RESOURCES.
E. p scavey, collector sl27 90
N. j. Benner, 5,5l4 SO
o. +. Towle. 3S2 GS
Resident tax bid in and cost 40 80
Cash in treasury 637 Is
Balance against town 1910 SO
Sl9,S 90
STATEMENT.
Outstanding notes last year S2l. 672 80
Outstand ing notes March |, 1870 Sl9,672 90
| Amount of outstanding notes paid $1,000 80
E.P. Scavey. Esq, Supervisor of Schools, re-
ports that the schools very generally have been
successful. If any failures occur the chief cause
lies with the parents who ought to give the teach
ers their sympathy and confidence. An attractive
| school house has been erected in dist. No 4. The
absence of school furniture continues a great
hindrance in many of the schools. We give the
names Of the teachers: Dist. No. |, summer term
Miss Clara ii. Pinkham, teacher; winter, Miss
Vesta A. Baker of Farmingdale, teacher. No. 2,
| summer, Miss Nellie Nj. Benner; winter, Geo. w.
Blanchard. No. 3, summer, Miss Hattie A. Lit
| tlefeld of Farmingdae winter, Miss Ann o. San
born of Vienna. No. 4, winter, (the only term)
Mr.. c. F. Smith. No. 5, summer, Miss Nettie NJ.
Spear; winter, NJ. S: Spear. No. 6, summer Miss
| Augusta A. Fairbanks; winter, Chas NJ. Tibbetts
of Litchfield; winter term commenced Feb. 18th
| taught by Miss Ella +. Littefeld. No. T. sum
mer Miss Ella F. Littlefeld; winter, John A.
Spear. No. 8, summer, Miss Annie N. Barker;
winter, John A. Plummer. No. 9, summer, Miss
Hattie E. Burnham; winter, Geo. F. Weber of
Lch6cld.
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Vassalboro, Locals.

Vassa1bor0' Locals.
The republicans of this village will have pic
mic supper in Citizens Hall to night. Music,
Farmers Band of Riverside.
Mr.. John Strong, custom tailor, has taken rooms
in II. Z. Abbott's store. We wish him success.
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Dtfb.

In this city, 26th ult Mrs. Arphia Parker, aged
CO years, months.
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Boston Stock List.

Boston, March S, 1877.
fSales at the Brokers Board.1
Eastern Railroad, <ka@%
Boston 4 Maine Railroad o7kapex
Portland. Saco 4 Portsmouth, xS-szs-
Boston q Name Railroad, Pa, / loaI II
Eastern Railroad re si-eSs--
Maine State SIS. IotaI N--
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06
BRING OUT THE BIG Gun
Celebration of Inauguration Day
by ths Republic ms Of
Augusta.

THE BOOMING OF CANNON, THE MU-
SIC OF CHURCH BELLS, ANDTHE
BLAZING OF BONFIREs
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REPUBLICAN CAUCUS!
NOTICE {!

vTHE Annual Meeting of the Hallowel Burial
l. Ground Association will be held at the Com
mon Council Room in The City of Hallowel on the
third Tuesday OF March 1871, IL being the twentieth
day of said month, at O'Clock p. NJ.
Per Order of the Executive Committee.
mart. t3tT&w1t. ALBERT II. DAVIS Clerk.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-03-06

tatlNes, Judges, lellOW cltlkens mere ana every
where, to unite with me in an earnest effort TO Sc
to our country the blessing not only of mate
rial prosperity, but of justice, peace and union-a
union depending not upon the constituency of
force, but upon the loving devotion of free peo-
pie, tsat all things may be so ordered and settled
upon the best and surest foundation; that peace
and happiness truth and justice, religion and pi-
ETY. may be established among us for all genera
tons.
At the conclusion Of these ceremonies the mem
bers of senate preceded by the sergeat- at arms.
vice president and secretary, returned to the SEN
ate chamber, and the president, accompanied by
the COMMITTEE of arrangements, proceeded to the
presidents house.
The President, together with the ex-President
and Senator Morrill, of Vermont, chairman
of the committee of arrangements, occupied
the open barouchc that conveyed the party to the
capitol.
Before noon thousands of persons lined Penn
syvania Avenue to witness the display. The
President was frequently cheered by them which
compliment he acknowledged by raising his hat.
The gentlemen in the Presidential party express
qualification at the orderly character of the pro-
ceedings throughout.
The President, with the ex.President, reached
the executive mansion about hslfpast 2 o'clock
when the Presidential salute was Numbered forth
by the artillery stationed in the white lot in the
vicinity of the executive mansion.
Mrs. Grant had prepared sumptuous lunch in
the family dining room of the executive mansion
10 which the President, ex-President, members of
the cabinet and several friends Of President Hayes
repaired. Many ladies were present. 1t was al
together an informal affair, and was intended bv
Mrs. Grant for the comfort of the new incumbent
OF the mansion.
The House has been placed in good condition fol-
President Hayes and his family. Rare flowers
ornament the different rooms, and great care ha.
been taken by Mrs. Grant to have the mans ion
in every way comfortable. The members of the
cabinet have all sent in their designations, but
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Manchester Town Affairs.

Balance of debt $7lS 40
Amount of Inventory, 1876 $227 ,49l 90
Number of polls l55
Rate IL 10 mills.
State tax l,lS7 AZ
County tax Gil 90
Town tax 1858 IS
IN. Wadsworth, the Supervisor of Schools, re-
ports that the general results of the past year have
been more satisfactory than those of the preced-
ing year In some Of the districts the success Of
the schools has been exceptionally good 1t is his
opinion that the district system Of organization
las long since reached its highest limit of practi-
cal utility. 1t seems foolish to cling blindly to an
organization that has outlivsd its usefulness. A
desire has been expressed by many Of the citizens
for free high school. We give the names Of the
teachers in the several districts for the past year:
Dist No. l, spring term. Miss Ella c. Hilton,
teacher; winter term, d. B. Jewett of Augusta,
teacher. No. 2, summer and fall, Miss Hattie L.
Foster of East Winthrop. No. 8, summer, Miss
Carrie l.. Jones of East Winthrop; winter, G. A.
Hopkins. No. 4, spring and fall, Miss Maria E.
Philbrick of West Gardiner; winter. G. A. Hop
kins. No. 5, fall and winter terms, Miss Hattie
s, Morgridge of Halowell, and Miss II. T. Pres