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Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
BELFAST.
Fire..

BELFAST, February IA. The ice houses of vii.
liam Z. Bickford, on the east side of the river
containing three thousand tons of ice, was burn
ed by an inccndialy fire last night. Loss four
thousand dollars. Insured for twenty four hund.
red and fifty dollars.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

n. ID. Stanwood of this place, arrived home
from New Orleans, where he mas been serving as
assistant postmaster, very much out of health, he
having received partial attack Of paralysis OF
the brain. His memory and speech are much i'm
paired, though slowly improving. 1t was necessa-
will be recoected Mr.. S. is a .brother-n-law to
the Hon. j. G.. Blaine.
The Ladies Aid Society are to have an enter
tainment for the benefit OF the poor on Wednesday
evening. The principal features Of the entertain
L. b. Morrill, having finished his elocution
class in our village, entered Colby University last
week.
Weather on Tuesday-cold and very windy.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

A deep interest is manifested in the meetings at
the Methodist church, under the faithful lsbors Of
Rev. Mr. Adams. Recently some rowdies have
disturbed the meetings, and if they persist in
going there to whisper laugh, make fun Of the ex-
ercises, etc they will be severely dealt with.
The church and people are glad to have the young
folks come and receive the Gospel, butifthey don't
behave themselves they propose to minister a
little wlolesome Law
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

The order of court directing L. T. Packard re-
cever of Lewiston Institution of Savings, to pay
dividend Of fifty per cent. was placed in his
hands on Monday. The necessary papers Will be
made so that the dividend VIII probably be paid
next week, due notice of which will be givea.
The court has recommitted the report of the COM
missioners, with directions to extend the time to
April next, after which time payment will be
barred on claims not p owed.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

Hon. Joshua Nye has shown US quite curiosity
In the shape of Indian saddle, that was captured
from he hostile Indians in the Rosebud fight,
which occurred just prior to the massacre in which
the gallant Custer lost his life 1t is made of buf
falo h.te, from which tie hair has been removed,
and H. ends orramentod with be al woik of va
r CTS colors and quite beautiful design. The sad
de Was sent by Capt. Rawolla, Of the Second L.
S. Cavalry, and NAV be seen at Mr.. Nye's flee.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

There was blunder in one of our horse items
Yesterday. We should have stated that the horse
Lyon" that went from Hallowell, was the first
horse that trotted in this county inside of three
minutes and that Pelham, the horse that went
from Gardiner, was the frat horse that trottcd m-
4 de Of fLir,D
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
" ATERVIILE. A
Fire.

WATEAvILLE, February IA. The farm build
ings owned bv Mrs. Solomon Runnels of Wins
low, and occupied by a tenant, were destroyed by
fire thi, morning. Loss one thousand dollars in :
sulance not known.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
Arrived.

HANOVER, February II. Professor S. C. Bart
lett, recently elected president of Dartmouth col
lege, arrived this afternoon. A college meeting
called, and committee WAS appointed to ar
range for his reception this evening.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

We would say for the information of those in-
'erested, that the law relating TO life insurance
companies, passed by the legislature, concerning
the forfeiture Of policies, applies only to the Ul-
ion Mutual Life Insurance Company Of this city,
which is the only life insurance company in the
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

Lungs of Leather could not Withstand the ups
and downs of our winter temperature. Churches,
theatres, lecture rooms, drawing rooms, kitchens
and schools, ring with the bleatings of laboring
chests and husky throats There's but one rem.
edy for this evil, llale's Honey of Horehound and
Tar. Take it and recover. Sold by all drug
gists.
Pixies ToothacLe Drops cure in minute.
ian l--fRvIm
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
OHIO.


CINCINNATI, February II. The fire at l'rbina
was more disastrous than at first supposed. Ii
was not under control till II o'clock this forenoon.
Being in the center of the town the principal
business houses were destroy ed. Loss estimate d
at $4,000
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

when lips like Cupid's bow reveal double TOW OF
pearly teeth, whose natural beauty is heightened
by the aid Of SOZODONT. Feminine loveliness
acquires irresistible power from this agreeable and
healthful auxiliary fehl4 .teod,Swlw
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
CONNIE ECTICUT.
Denial

NEW HAVEN. February IA. The statement that
the Lake Shore Railroad has settled with Paine of
this city, one of the Ashtabula victims, by paving
$500 damages, is pronoun ced untrue, at the of
flee of the company.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

Mr.. I W. Berry's great auc tion sale of Ci..
paintings com off this afternoon and evening a
johnson Hall, in Gardiner. MIR. Berry intends TO
sell his entire stock of original oil paintings
about sixty in number comprising subjects in
Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, New York al d
C,nada, consisting of landscapes, marine and cat
tie pieces. This will give the public oppor-
tuli,y to buy at their own prices paintings which
a~e guaranteed to them.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
RHODE ISLAND.


New YORK, February II. VIM. Beach Law
renee, Rhode Island democrat, is reported as
saving the electoral commission is demonstrations
al that 1t has abdicated its functions by refusing
what is required Of it by congress, and he advises
the democratic members to withdraw from it.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

One hundred and fifty tons OF hay were shipped
from Getchells Corner, Vassalboro', last month
and two hundred and ten tons this month, up tC
the present time. The hay goes by rail, mostly
10 Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
FAR RMINGTON.
Eie.

FARIINGToN, February IA. Mrs Belcher
Stewart's dwelling house, ell and stable was
burned last light. Loss estimated at $1,000; in-
suled for SEQ. Cause Of fire defective chin
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
WASHINGTON.
Investigation.

WASHINGTON, February IA. 10 Fields com
mittee TODAY complaint was made that Bush, Il c
telegrapher, who was in contempt, had been sp-
pointed one of the special police at the capitol and
Sergeant -sl-Arms Thompson testified that he bad
understood that Bush had been discharged by the
committee.
Zach Chandler was examined and an effort
made to show that brewster, one of the Louisiana
electors; had :urrcptiously resigned the govern
me Mt position in order to become eligible for
electors position.
Mr.. Chambers evidence gave no new light on
the Ill Il, ct.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
TENNESSEE.


New YORK, February II. The governor o
Tennessee has signed a resolution which provide
for the postponing of the payment of the interes
on the state bonds.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

The foolish practice of sending valentines is
fast dying out, as the tender missives distributed
in the post Office in this city yesterday were very
meagre in comparison TO the receipts of former
wears
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

There will be special convocation of Jerusa-
lem r. A. c., this afternoon, att IL p. NJ. Work
in all the degrees. X. E. Comp. F. T. Faulkner,
Grand Scribe, will be present to inspect the work.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

Ash Wednesday yesterday was the beginning
Of the Lenten season, forty days fast OF great
solemnity with certain religious denominations,
and serves as a celebration of Easter, which
i the chief feast of the year.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

Geo. Titus, an employee in the wooden mill at
Winthrop, burnt his ann badly, recently. He
was in the weave room where a scuttle was up,
which he did not notice, opening into the base
ment. He slipped partly through the scuttle hole
but saved himself from falling to the floor below,
bv catching hold of the steam PIPE.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

The people of East Winthrop are most earnest
" hoping that Rev. A. X. Crane Of Hallowell,
will accept the call TO the pastorate of the
church in that place. lie continues to supply the
Iulpit there.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

BY an important notice IN another column, it
will be seen that grand inducement is offered to
any person who desires to engsge in a profitable
and sure business. Such opportunities are rare at
this time.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

In our yesterdays report Of the choral concert
we omitted to mention the yeiy fine and able man
ner in which Miss Cochrane performed the diff
cult accompaniment.. She was highly compIi-
mented by both Mrs. Whitney and Mr. Tower, on
her rare ability as an accompani.t, praise which
was certainly well deserved
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

The Universalst Sunday School Teachers meet
ing, will be held on Friday evening of this week,
instead of on Thursday, ss appointed, at Dr.
Quinby's.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
NEW HAMPSHIRE.
Death,

Tacoma, February IA. Samuel J. Osgood, P.
6. NJ. in New Hampshire, and Grand Representa-
tive to tirand Lodge of odd Fellows of the United
States Cicd tins morning,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

The Lewiston Journal says: "rhe orange
growers in Florida, who anticipated immense
Jr,fi, from their orchards this year, are being
somewhat disappointed, as lie unusual cold which
has prevailed in the South this winter, lss ma
teially injured both tie size and quality Of the
crop. Several of our citizens have invested il
Florida orange groves
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
Cincinnati Produce Market.

Cincinnati, Feb. Il, 1871
PORk- SIC 2al8 % Clear sides, 9-a9
LARD BACON
Steam, 10 20 -alO7O shoulders, 7.a-
Kettle T4aIAt Clear rib .ides,9 ssas 4
BULK ME ATS Clear sides, 91alO
Shoulders 54aG- wHISKEY-. O32-
Gle tr rib SIDES, va
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

The age of miracles has passed. yet the cures
made by Adamson's Botanic Balsam are more
miraculous than anything that has existed in mod
ern times. 1t cures Coughs, Colds, Asthma and
Consumption. Price 81 and - cents.
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Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
Pennsylvania.
Poisoned.

PHILADELPHIA, February II. Hetly Lane 20
years OF age, school teacher at the 20th and
Catharine streets school, died last night from
poison administered by mistake by druggist.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

We refer to the advertisement Of a new express
mpany Just started in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

The boys have found little glare ice on the
river, and were out yesterday in force, enjoying
the exhileratng sport of skating.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
MASSACHUSETTS,.
Fire..

GRLENFIKLD, February IA. Fire at this place
last night destroyed four buildings with nearly al
their contents. Loss about $4,000; insurance
not asceriained.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

The wooden mill at North Vassalboro', is run
ming on full time. and manufacturing goods Of
frst-class quality.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL,
New York Money Market.
EVENING REPORT.

New York. Feb. IA, 1si7.
Money was easy at 21sa3H per cent. on call. For.
eign exchange dull at 4st-als4 for bankers Ion z
and ts6- aie6 - for demand. Gold opened at 1864
and closed ut 1855 Loans ~ a f. per cent.
Customs receipts, sil7t0J. Treasury disbursed
ts 90 interest Sl,.VOO tor bonds, and ~, ,0OU for
silver.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
France.

PARIS, February II. A terrible explosion has
taken place in of the coal mines at Grassessac
in the department of IIerault Fifty-fve miners
arc known to have perished.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
General Debility.

This convenient term includes numerous Hide
fined and supposed ncurable forms of disease, ac-
by general lassitude and exhaustion,
without any ascertainable external or internal
cause. The Peruvian Syrup sends its ienovating
influence to the inmost recesses of the system,
and has relieved in our community many cases Of
supposed incurable disease. febl4-teod&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

The Baptist Sociab,e will meet this evening
with Mrs. s. G. Sargent, on Green street.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
Boston Stock List.

Boston. Feb. Ii. 1871.
tSales at the Brokers' Boardl
Eastern Railroad, l.ag-
Boston Maine Railroad yL
Portland, Saco 4 Portsmouth, fat
Boston Name Railroad ,7's, l lOal IL
Eastern Railroad rs 52a-
Maine state is. llaI 10
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

George S. Bradford of Lewiston, has bonght the
Merrymeeting farm, Bowdoinham.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

Take the sensible view. Tar clcanses, heals
and cures Cataiih. The only method OF direct
application is BY nhaling the vapors of the ''Solu-
ton Of Forest Tar" Catatrh is good thing to
get rid Of. bl4-lmt&w
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15

Devine & Howard have the endorsement of the
following ply yscians: G.. W. Martin, NJ. D.; W
5. Hill, NJ, D.. G. f. Brickett, NJ. D., W. Bolsn,
NJ. d., II. II. Hill, NJ. d., J. o. Webster, NJ. ID.
l.. J. Crooker, NJ. ID. cod +tf
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
Dien.

In Bangor, lllh inst Mrs. Mary A. wife OF Nor.
RS VI. Tewksblry, aged 81 Years, 10 months.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
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Cogent Reasons for a Grand Success.

IIoarseHess and sore, dry throat are cured by
the use of Forest Tar Troches." febl4-t&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
England.

LONDON, February II. The News says there
was depression in financial affairs yesterday, ow-
ing to the belief that highly unfavorable news
had been received in influential quarters and that
rupture in the East is imminent. belief in
commercial circles that war is inevitable between
Russia and Turkey gains ground, aud little desire
Is shown to extend commitments in the stock
market,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
EUROPE.
Turkey.

CoNsTANTISOPLE, February IL A revolt is
feared here, and the troops have been confined in
barracks. Many members of the young Turkish
party have been arrested
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
Supreme CGur,.

The supreme court. owing to the engagement o
five justices on the electoral commission, vii
probably take further recess from tue 18th to IN
26th inst.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1877-02-15
Arrested.
NEW JERSEY.
Ont of Work.

New YORK, February IA. Five or six thous'
and laboring men are out of work in Elizabeth
port consequent upon the cessation of work Incl
dent to the troubles Of the New Jersey Central
railroad. The wokmen have not been paid fol
two months, and there is much suffering amonc
their families.
Appointed.
Frances l.. Lothrop has been appointed receiv
er of the New Jersey Central railroad.
The Wheeling daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1864-1878, 1877-09-06
sCHENCK,s PULMONIC SYRUP,

For the Cure OF Consumption, Coughs ana
Colds, The great virtue of this mediclne
is that IL rpens the matter and Throws IL
out OF the system, purities the blood, anu
thus objects cure.
scHENCE's SEA WEED TONIC, FOR THE CURE
OF DYSPEPSIA, INDIGESTION, &C.
The Tonic peoduces healthy action OF
the stomach, creating an appetite,lornllhs
chyle, and c, ring the most obstinate cases
of Indigestion.
SCHENCK'S MANDRAKE Pl LIS, FOX THE CURE
OF LIVER COMPLAINT, &C.
These pills are Alternative, and produce
heslthy action of the liver wlthout tiJ
least danger, as they are free from caiomel
and vet more efficacious in restoring
healthy seton OF the liver.
These remedies are certain cure oI
Consume ion as the Pulmonic syrup
ripenS the matter and purities the blood.
The Mandrake Pills act upon the llver,
create a healthy'tile, and remove all dis
eases of the liver, often cause OF con-
sumption. The Sea Weed Tonic gives tone
and strength to the stomach, makes a
good digestion, and enables the organs 10
form good blood; and thus creates
healthy circulation of healthy blood. me
combined action OF these medicines, Us
thus explained, will cure every case OF
Consumption, If taken in time, ana the
use OF The medicine persevered In.
Dr. Schenck is professionally al his prln-
cipal office, corner Sixth and Arch streets,
Philadelphia, every Monday, where III
letters for advice must he addressed.
Scheuck's medicines for sale by all Drug
gistS,
The Wheeling daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1864-1878, 1877-09-06
River News.

The msr,ss at the landing last evening
showed 3 :. 1t 9 inches.
The Ma ct Boy left for Ms!amoras
yesterday. :,
The Scr[S ce arrived from Parkersburg
Yesterday Corning, and returned in the
Afternoon.
The O'Yesl, Telegram and Phscton
made their usual trips.
The Fashion will come of the Cincn-
natl ways 3he latter part Of this week,
After returning from the Yellowstone
river, and while descending The Missls
sippl to Cairo, she struck hidden OBJ
struction. Slnce going on the ways II
has been discovered that she broke sew
enty floor timbers
by Telegraph
PITTSBURGH, September 5.-Rlver Is
inches ana falling slowly. Weather
cloudy.
CINCINNATI, September o. River 1
feet and stationary. Weather cloud!
and threatening.
LOUISVILLE, September 5.-Wetther
-Raiaed. Arrived -Hillmac, Evans
vile, River ;eet IN the cana and
falling.
MEMPHIS, September 5-Riyer sta
tionary at feet 10 inches. Weather
rainy and cool. Departed Hard Cash,
White river; keystone, Mound City;
Belle, Shreveport.
CAIRO, September 5.-Arrived City
of Helena, St. Louis; Warner, st. Louis.
Departed nnie, New Orleans; Hele-
Ia, Vicksburg. River feet 2 inches
and Ti.ing. Weather, light ram; mer-
curry ".
ST. Louis, September ARRIVED
Northwestern and War Eagle, keokuk;
Capital City, Vicksburg. Departed
War Eagle. Keukuk Minneapolis St.
Louis; Gerevieve, Memphis. Weather
cloudy and cool
EVANSVILLE, September 5.-Westher
cloudy and ralnirg, light to night, wind
still this afternoon. Mercury 81 TO 20
degrees. River feet X stationary. Down
-Stahlman 5 am, Mary Miller $50
pm. Up-Smnkls m, NJ. Smith !
am Celins $50 pm. Business dull.
The Wheeling daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1864-1878, 1877-09-06
sEIGHBORHOOD NEWS.
Notes Gathered Here aud There by
Register Reporters.
BELLAlRE
Mp RINKERTnN and Nj

Mr. BINKERToE and Mss l.. Fulton
were united II the bonds of wetlock last
TUESDAY morning. R7v. Mr. Grimes
performed the office Of marriage.
A LAMP bursted nj tie residence Of
Mr.. Peter Manley. Tuesday evening,
and set bed Oh fire that was in the
room. The flames were eXtinguished be-
tore any seriols damage resulted.
The Democratic meetlsg hel! here
last Tuesday night was LARGELY attended.
Some good old-fasnioned Democratic
principles were spoken to the people.
This was the opening o! the Iall cam
paIgn III this point.
Mr.. EARNEST BENFIELD, who was
thrown from MS horse some time since
and thought to be seriously injured at
the time, appeared on the street yester-
dav much improved, but looking some
the worse for having been hurt.
TuE remains o! Mr.. B. Strobe, form
erly proprietor of the American House
here. were buried at the cemetery yes
terday evening, under the aus ces OF the
Ouu fei!OWs anu bluIie' IL ''i.N' l"
tons band headed the procession.
Miss JANE ANDERSON, who formerly
taught in the public schools O. this place
has been chosen as principal 81 the Ben
wood school Our friends acros5 the
river are to be congratulated on so fine s
teacher having taken charge of their
educational interests.
THERE is to be a large and enthusiastic
Democratic meeting on the public square
next Saturday Hon. 2. l.. 9 nvers" OF
Columbus, and Hon. A. NJ Foran vii
address the meeting. 1t will be we'll ior
all who wish to hear, the true and only
political principles, TO be present on TIN.
occasion.
The Wheeling daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1864-1878, 1877-09-06
Personalities.

Adiutant General Woods returned
home yesterday from Charleston, where
he has been confined to his room the past
several days by sickness.
Miss Fannie Clarke, of Jersey City,
n. j., leaves on the II o'clock train this
morning Tor her home, after having
spent several months in visiting friends
in aud around this city.
Mr.. John II. Hobbs, of the South
Wheeling glass works, who has been
travelling in Europe for some time past,
is expected home the latter part OF this
week
Mr.. and Mrs. Mcconnell, Of Pitts
burgh, are visiting friends In this city.
We regret to learn that Mr.. Hugh
Llsry's wife, of the South Side, Is lying
dangerously Ill ut her residence on Main
street.
Mr.. j. X Smith passed through the
city, yesterday, en- route Tor his home at
Fe.termsn.
The Wheeling daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1864-1878, 1877-09-06
Tn. Cheapest Roofs ,nrGrnvcI f;oor

George Crumbacker, OF this city, i
now fully prepared 10 put on gravel
roofs in the most improved method, and
warrants his work to give satisfaction,
both ms to resisting fire aud turning
water. The tar used Is put through y
process that frees it from oil and baEzo!o,
and no matter how great the heat, !! will
not run. 1t is equally efficient in roofs
of every conceivable pitch. Mr.. Crum-
backer keeps on hand roofing cement
and cement tor tanks and sidewalks of
the best quality, which he offers for sale
at the lowest rates. This roo; has stood
fifteen year. in this city.
Address Bim through the p0stoGice or
call NJ HE establishment, head OF lS.h
aud Wood streets. All orders promptly
attended tc.