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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20
Supreme Judicial Court.-Libbey, J.. pre-
wrnxrsnAy. Dec. 10Th,

WEDNESDAY,, DEC. I5lus
Charles W. Trafton vs.. Ellen E. Trsfton, Ex'x
All the testimony was concluded AZ ten O'Clock
At twelve the arguments Of counsel were con
cluded and the judge excused the jury till after.
noon. After dinner the Judge charged and gave
the case to the jury. They found verdict fol
the ptf for Sll4l 40.
422. Henry Woodward, Admir-. vs. George
Caswell L. al. o. ID. Baker and White for ptf
w. 2. Whi.ho for deIt. This is an action
upon account anne ed amounting to S46 70 for
professional services of Ezra kempton, law
yer who died at Winthrop three years ago.
npon whose estate, the ptf. is adminstrat or.
The defendants file an account in Offset amounting
to Sl6 which is admitted to the extent of SIS, and
they clam that Mr. kempton received that
amount in iul for his services, ana agreed not to
make any further charge. After getting out the
evidence the parties consented to the entry OF
"neither party" aud the case ended.
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UNITY.
Agricultural Meeting.

UNITY. December 10. A branch session of the
State Board Of Agriculture FOR Waldo county wa,
held here to-day. In the forenoon the SUI ject
was crops best adapted to farms of Waldo. being
opened by George E. Bracket of Belfast, and
discussed by others. In the afternoon an essay on
"Margin Of Profit and Farming was read b,
Prof. 81. Z, FeInald Of Orono, followed by dis
cussion. In the evening lecture was given by
President Allen of the State College, upoa "Wha'
constitutes true agricultural education"
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As yet we have mad but two days sleighing thi,
lively appearance, and trade seemed brisk, bu'
alas the sleighing soon disappeared and wheels
were aaan resorted to- leaving the young peo
pie TO sigh in vain for those moonlight sleigh
rides.
Mr.. Bottoms lecture Of last week was highly
complimeuted Owing to misunderstanding. as
TO the evening. but few were present.
Two nights of this week there are TO be enter.
tainmeuts consisting of dramas. singing, refresh
ments, &C., as a benefit for the public library
Doubtles. they will be literally patronzed
Every one is determined to hear Beecher who
is to lecture here Jan. Sth The very announce
ment Of him produced rush for reserved seats
Already nearly 800 have been sold at 75cs. each.
The regular December session of court met here
Tuesday, Judge Walton presiding.
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NEW YORK.
Missing.

Missing.
New YORK, December 10. James II. South
worth well known lawyer, is missing.
Cutting Down Wages.
The boards of education in Brooklyn reduced
teachers salaries five per cent. last nj .ht.
ignorant AppOintees.
Several recent appointments in Brooklyn, were
unable to pass examination, some not knowing
how to read
Removal.
The Times says Colonel T. b. Thorpe. one of
the Oldest officials of the custom house, WAS per-
emptorly removed from the position of weghe
by order of the treasury department No reason
is given. He is the only weigher who got posi-
ton in accordance with civil serv rules, having
passed successful competitive examination.
Fire.
NEwBuRG, Dece nber 10 Thomas Roaney $
children. aged three aud five Yeas persisted in the
flames.
Shot his StepmOther.
Franklin Hayes, aged twenty three years, shot
his stepmother in Brooklyn, to-day. The wound
is probably fatal. He escaped.
Body Found.
The body of James McNch of the Union
Dime Saving Bank, missing for some time, was
found to-day in the East river.
Released on Bail
Brosdwell the indicted bank president, was to-
day released on $l5 900 bail.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20
Chicago Produce Market.

OnIcaBUi TN4N
FLOUR-Extra spring - 75a5 rs.
WHEAT-N0. spring, 1os4a- cash; Hsl4a
1854 Dec; l0shas Jan; l.9hsh Feb; No. lola,
rejected, D-a.
Jan az; tlSa42 Feb.
OATS 24a&o cash: s45s Jan; e5Hc Feb.
RYE-No. !, 56.-c.
BARLEY-No.2 Aspiring, 5s-ac.
PORK Cash ii -all o.. Jan, II TO-,
Dec, IL 90.
LARD Cash ITO cash: TO az 7oss. Jan.
Feu. so
BULK MEATS-shouiders, <ksI1c; short rib
sides, SKA &C; short clear rib. sxs 9.
wHISkEY-Western, c..
EREIGHTS-Corn to Buffalo, axe; wheat d.,
te,-
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THE HURON.
The Court Find that Many Vessels havo
been Wrecked where She Struck.

New YORK, December 10. In connection with
the report of the findings of the naval court OF
inquiry into the Huron wreck, the following par
agraph, adopted in the form of an amendment to
the finding, and contained 10 the proceedings held
subject thereto, appears:
In conclusion the court would state that the ev-
idence shows many we'll found merchant steam
ere, wooden and mon, and commanded by oxper-
fenced nsvgators of our coast have been wreck
ed near the point on which the Huron was lost.
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POLITICAL.
FOREIGN.
Prussia.

LONDON, December 10. A Berlin despatch to
the STANDARD SAYS;
The anxiously expected solution of the crisis
seems egain at a stand still. Since yesterday it
has become certain that Prince Bismarck will not
return to Berlin this year. DR.. Sdow, Under
Secy of State for ecclesiastical affairs declines to
become the successor of DIR. Hermann. President
Of the Superior Council of the Evangellcs church,
and consequently DIR. Fslk, Minister of Public
Instructions and Ecclesisstical affairs, has refused
to countersign the decree accepting DR.. Herr
MAINS resignation.
Tonight it is rumored that Count Nesslrode,
Chamberlain to the Empress and one of Bis
marck's most influential and implacable adverse
ries, has been removed from Court.
England.
LONDON, December 10. 1t is stated that the
Queen will open Parliament in person.
Turkey.
CoNsrANTINoPLE. December 49, 1t is said the
Porte has inArucled its minister at Rome to ask
an explanation of the relations which are growing
more and more intimate between Italy and
| Greece.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20
CONDENSED KILOGRAMS.

A despatch from Panama says the Revolution in
Ecuador has ended. The government party tn
umphed.
There were 5000 tons of coal shipped from
the Pctou Mines, Nova Scotia, this season, ex-
elusive of the smou \ transported by railroad.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20
NEWS BY TELEGRAPH
TO THE
daily Keunebrf Journal,
THE CHANGERS.
Annual Convention Of the State Council
SECOND DAY.

SECOND DAY.
SAco, December 10. Changers have continued
pouring into the city during the day, many com
ing from back towns by private conveyances.
The second days session of the Changers was
interesting to farmers generally. The whole Of
the afternoon was taken up with comforting the
Fifth Degree.
This evening the officers of the State Grange to
serve the coming two years were elected.
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MINNIE OTA.
The Timber DepredatiOns

WASHINGTON. December 10. The commission
general the and Office has received tele-
gram from his special agent in Minnesota for the
suppression of depredatons on public timber
land-, announcing that the government had OBJ
tanned judgment IN all the civil suits for the re-
covery OF logs and timber, and that all parties ex-
cept one plead guilty in the Grim ina al suits
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THE VANDERBILT WILL CASE.
Statement Of Council.

NEW YORK, December 10. In the Vanderbilt
will case to-day, Mr.. Lord Of the counsel for the
contestant states that it was intended to prove
that about a month before the maxi ing of the will
the Commodore had become on good terms with
Cornelius j., and that William IL. caused some
one to personate Cornelius j., who acted in very
dissipated and immoral manner. That detective
followed the witness Double and reported the i'm
moral and dissolute conduct of the supposed Cor
nelius j., resulting in the Commodore turning
against his son once more.
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The Movement towards a Soldiers Mon


ment.
There was goodly attendance at the meeting
of the Monument Assoc iation, held at Masonic
Hall, on Tuesday evening, showing the deep in
terest of our people in the subject Of soldiers
monument.
The committee to whom was referred the sub
iect of a code of bylaws, for the government Of
the Association, reported through the chair man.
Samuel w. Lane, Esq 1t provides for the sever
al officers and specifies the duties Of the same
The name of the association is The Augusta Sol
diers Monument Association" the object of which
is the raising of funds for the purpose Of erecting
suitable memorial to our hOnored dead. ANY
person may become member of the Associa on
BY the pay ment of one dollar, for which he shall
receive q certificate Of membership.
The officers of the Association are:
Preside at-Charles L. Nash.
Vice Presidents-Geo. W. Jones, Fri Wills. j.
ID. Myrick.
Dnectors-Geo. P. Haskell, c. B. Morton, C..
ii. Brick, Selden Conner, II. D. Rice, james q.
Blaine, James w. Bradbury, Lot NJ. Morrill,,
w. L. johnson, Jos. Ii. Williams, W. II. Smith,
J. w. North.
Secretary-H. F. Blanchard.
Trcasurer-Samuel W. Lane.
The proceeds from the fair and private sub
scriptions are to be devoted to the one OF ject of
erecting in this city soldiers monument.
The Fair will conlinuc five nights, beginning
on the 10Th of January. The arrangements for
the stage performances are in good progress, the
committee for this department being ably assisted
by Mr.. Edmund McMuiuie. who has had cons ID
cradle experience in such matters.
In fact, everything points 10 a successful EAR,
if only our citizens will take hold and do their
whole duty.
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A SAD AFFAIR.
A Family Sufocated.

RANDOLPH, December 49, About seven O'Clock
this morning, Mrs. Catharine Ryan, widow, and
her four children, residing on Lafayette street,
and Miss Mary E. Barry, stopping with her, were
found TO have been asphyxiated by coal gas from
the stove. The children and Mrs. Barry
dead, and Miss Ryan just alive, and very slight
hopes are entertained Of saving her life.
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CA N ADA.
TtOops Called Out to Preserve Peace at
LachIne Chn [.

MONTREAL, December 10. On a requsiton OF
the Mayor and two other magistrates, one hun
dred men of the Prince of Wales regiment, under
Col. Bond, were called out this morning to pre-
serve the peace at the works of the Lschine Ca
nal. The men promptly responded and proceed
ed 20 the section at Cote ST. Paul, where the dis
turbances took pace last evening. A large gang
were assembling, but At O'Clock there was no at
tempt at disturbance or moleststion.
A large force of city police are kept in the Cen.
trail station, under arms, for any emergency. Da-
Wis offered his men 80 cts-l0 cts. advance-to-
day, with fortnighty payments, but the strikers
refused to accept less than one dollar.
1t is said the troops were called out at the re-
quest of the government at Ottawa.
Political.
OTTAWA. December 10. The name of the Mar
quis OF Normandi is now mel toned in connection
with the next Governor &c uerslship of Canada.
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NJ aTlnc Notes.

The schooner Utica, Captain Martin, from Bos-
ton for Calais, came into Portsmouth harbor last
Tuesday, with her fore boom broken and her sails
torn, the damage being sustained while the YES
sci was trying to beat into Portland, and she was
obliged to put about before the wind, and run in
ton Portsmouth harbor, where she will repair.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20
YORK.
FIRE..

PORTSMOUTH, December 10. A large two-sto-
ry house, known as the Joseph Moody House, in
York, owned by E. C. Moody, was burned last
nj ht Loss about ~ 500; partially insured. II
is supposed to have been tie work of tramps. Ii
was about to be converted into a summer board.
ing house
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THE EASTERN WAR.
THE MOVEMENTS OF THE sEKvIAN
TROOPS.

New York. December 10. A Belgrade des-
patch says the Servians have occupied Fort lnra-
NOR, near Nsch.
LONDON, December 10. A telegram from Ra-
gusa states that 5000 Turks from Podegoriizo
compelled II Montenegrin corps to retreat into
their own territory, aud are now marching to the
succor of Scutaria and Autivari.
ST. PETERSBURG, December 10. The Gazette
announces that Gen. Todleben has been appoint
ed Commander OF the army of Rustchuk, with
Prince lmeritiusty Chief of Stat.
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RaiirOad Matters.
OHIO.
Robbery

CINCINNATI, December 10. At Quincy, H.,
three called at the house of V. Hairs, mer-
chant at two o'clock yesterday morning, and in
duced him 10 go to his soie and sell them . coat
Tor man who according to their statement, had
Just died. While Harris was unlocking the safe
TO get the change Tor twenty dollar bill, the men
Knocked him seussless. and robbed the safe of
$1,000.
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ESSEE.
State Debt.

NASHVILLE, December 10. Negotiations pend
ing between the creditors and the Ten nessee leg
islatuie for a settlement of the State debt,
likely TO be terminated tomorrow by PROPOSE
at SO per cent. in bonds bearing per cent. inter
~
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m A II.ANlD.
Railroad Accident.

BALTIMORE, December 10. The 1880 o'clock
express trsiu from this city, this morning, struck
at Branchvllle crossing, wagon IN which were
seated Mr.. Woods, proprietor of the George
Washington Hotel at Bl.densburg. The vehicle
was smashed. the horse thrown one hundred feet,
and MIR. Woods twice that distance, and instantly
killed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20
Marine Disasters.

Bark Moonlight, Wateihouse, from Norfolk.
Nov 18th, for Amsterdam, has been abandoned at
sea and the crew landed at Queenstown the 18th
inst She registered 800 tons, was built al Waldo.
boro 1873, and hailed from Boston.
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NOTICE.

All persons indebted tn the estate of Orren Par
ker, la,e OF Atgut are request d 10 make imme.
date payment. All demands remaining inset ed
Feb. l. 1915, will be left with an Attorney for COL
lection. d. W. PtLLSBUhY, Administrator.
Augusta, Dec. II, 1877. declttiw
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ILLINOIS.
Excursion Tickets,

CHICAGO, December 10. The committee of
railroad passenger agents have reported in favor
of disseminating ali excursion rates and tickets in
the United States, and at all seasons of the year
Failure.
McFsdden & Co., large coal nine operators in
Henry, H., have failed. Liabilities about $780,
900
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weather Ind cations for To-day.

For New England and the Middle States,
warmer south west, veering to colder westerly
winds. partly cloudy weather. and falling, fol.
lowed by rising barometer.
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- -
Mrs. NJ. p. Webster.

Husbands in search Of real valuable article for
present TO the wives or lady friends, would act
very sensible 10 visiting the store of Mrs. II. p.
Webster For gift nothing could be more salts
factory to ady than handsome dress Hat 0,
Bonnet. She has large lpe of Fancy Goods such
silk Hd'kfs. Ladies' Hemmed Stitched Hdkfs
Ties, Je'cslry, and something and striking
in ladies' Lace Ties all of the above goods
closi z out cheap.
NJ. p. WEBSTER,
dec20-ttf l5S Water ST.
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CALIFORNIA.
Political,

SAN Francisco, December 10. In joint
vention of the Legislature to-day, J. r. Farley
was declared elected U. S. Senator.
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SOUTH CAROLYN
Proceedings Against Patterso

New YORK, December 10. A Washington
SPECIAL says Inform .tion has been received from
Columbia, =. c., that Senator Buffers efforts to
have all further criminal proceedings against
Senator Patterson stopped, have failed, owing to
the opposition Of Governor Hampton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20

Mr.. John Murray and troupe opens in the new
Music Hall. Lewiston, this evening. THIS will b.
the first entertainment given in the hall since it
completion.
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WI>CONSIN.
Improvement IN Business,

MILWAUKEE, December 10. A material i'm
prOvement iu business is reported, partly owing to
The better roads and weather. 1t 10 probable grain
will come to market more rapidly, and large re-
ceipts at the lake ports are anticipated soon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20

1t is reported that more freight is moving over
the Maine Central now than for the past three
years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20

Now is the time to buy your Christmas presents.
Mrs. NJ. p. Webster's is the place; and she has a
larger variety than usual and every thing will be
sold away down. Call and see them.
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LOUISIANA.
Death.

| New ORLEANS, December 10. Judge Thomas
Shackeiord formerly Chief Justice of the Su.
preme Court of Mississippi, died this morning in
this city.
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DA KOTA.
Troops for the Biack Hills.

DEADwooD, December 10. Troops en- route to
the Hills from Fort Laramie, within fifty
miles of this city. Those from Fort Lincoln will
probably arrive to-day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20

The rain, yesterday, was not gladly received by
most people in town. Snow was wanted
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20

Mr.. Bushrod II. Clay of South Thomaston, has
been chosen representative to the legislature, in
place Of Nathaniel c. Bassick, resigned. Mr..
Clay is a republican, and Mr.. Bsssick is q demo.
crlt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20

Frank Pierce reports his Christmas trade a
more lively than last year The traders generally
we are assured, are hoping for snow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20

We publish this morning the beginning Of an
original Christmas story. Let all read it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20

The initial number Of the new Hallowel paper
will make its appearance next Saturday.
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A Pane.

A panic was occasioned in the public school on
Monroe street, to-day, by slight fire, but none
of the go children were hurt.
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FINANCIAL 4 COMMERCIAL.
New York Money Market.
EVENING REPORT.

new York December 10. Isl.
Money loaned at 6a7 per cent. on call. Foreii II
exchange weak; 4.s2s.a4 So for sixty days.
and 4s8 as51l demand. told opened al .G5.
and closed al lo2I. Borrowing rates -04Oa5 PER
cent. and fat, and carrying rate 3n7-. Clealmgs
sl5st3 100. Custom receipts, so 90G. Treasury
disbursed. $I6 900 interest, Assoc Tor bonds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20

Remember that Haskell has constantly on hand
those two dollar calf boots; neither are they old
style. Ladies serge boots for one dollar per pair.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20

The Peoples Loan and Building Association Of
Richmond, is the only one in the State. 1t was
incorporated in February, 1875, and is in a sound
condition, with assets to the amount OF $50, rs AZ
The receipts and disbursements for the two years
ending March 49, we're SlS,73 II. The system
on which It operates has been frequently explained
in these columns.
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Eight boys had their sleds taken from them and
put into the sta,iona few days ago, in Bangor
This should warn all boys here-when the snow
comes.
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"If the snow would only come the people say
I'VE should be so glad" But Old Prob. tells u.
to look for 1t soon, ard when he speaks we may
expect something.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20

The County Commissioners are in session at the
court house.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20

Stated Convocation of Cushnoc r. A. Chapter
this evening at IL o'clock. Work in the X. A.
Degree. The companions are cordially invited to
be present.
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VERMONT.
Suicide.

BATTLEFRONT, December 10. A despatch say 5
Matthias Eastman, of this place, aged about
twenty seven years, committed suicide in Brook
Ign yesterday, with pru.sic acid, becaose Of fpan-
cial troubles.
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The Episcopal society are getting ready for the
Christmas decoration oc their church.
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Local ann State Nems.

Special meeting Of the Conner Cadets this eve.
ming at 7.30 o'clock.
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TOYS AND GAMES:

Train of Cars, Locomotives, Railway Stations,
Palace Cars, Acrobats, Savings Banks, Tin, Toilet
Pastry and Wash Sets, Pop Guns, Bell Pistols,
Christmas Candles and Holders, Toy Wood Saws
Mechanical Figure 9, Corncopas filed with Candy,
parlOr Lroquet, Paror loor Croquet, Drums
Wafer Color Paints Harmonious, Ten rims, Japan.
ese Animals, Toy Parlor Sleds Carriages OF new
pattern, Tool Chests, Arks, Cradles Sets of Furni
ture Dolls in great variety China, Wax Rubber and
Indestructible doll heads with hair, In all sizes.
Sets Boy and tirls Seds, Of late and best pat
tern. Alphabet Blocks, Toy Blocks, Game OF Au-
tnors, squalls, Parcheesi, Logomely, Guessing
Games, and many other of latest Issue.
J. w. CLAPP, successor to Geo. Hunt.
declhteod&w wifi 1873 Water ST., Augusta.
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RHODE ISLAND.
Suicide,

PROVIDENCE December 10. The wife of c.
S. Caef committed suicide last ny hit by hanging
and WAS probably insane, having attempted the
act prev ious.
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A Portland wrestler is TO wreste with bear
next week for the prize of $500. We should hard
ly think the bear an agreeable animal 10 wrestle
with.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20

Regular meeting of G. A. r. tonight at : IL
o'clock.
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Leighton, Scruton & Co., open another lot Of
that stationery this morning, that they have been
selling so cheap. This is the last lot they will
have before the holidays. and would invite all
those looking for anything OF the kiud 10 give
them an early call. The prices will be from 20 to
~ cents, including q fancy box.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-12-20

The Richards Light Infantry of Gardner, and
the Capital Guards Of this city, inspected at
their respective armories last evening, by Adju-
tant General j. p. Cilley. He goes TO Skowhe-
gan to day to inspect the COMPANY there. and will
visit the Norway comIap for similar purpose
tomorrow.