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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-22
NEW YORK.


New YORK, June 81. The World says that the
Postmaster General to-day directed to reduce the
pay OF letter carriers per cent. after July LIST,
though acknowledging them to-be the poorest
paid aud most faithful servants Of the department Mt.
Personal.
All the papers unite in saying that State Attor-
ney Falrchd's course in the Tweed IN after needs
explanation on his (Fsrchild's) part.
Bryant nov threatens another statement rela-
tive TO Tweed.
Ben. Butler has been presented with pair OF
gold sleeve buttons by the lrshmen here.
Gold.
Gold orened at l05 IL.
Death.
Chss. F. Briggs. well known editor, died last
night in Brooklyn.
Financial.
The Drv Goods Bank has voted to go into iqui-
datIon. All the debts will be paid.
Weather.
Cloudy. warmer, wind southwest. .4t
The 4 per cent. Loan.
The sub-treasvry here announces that subscrip-
tons payable in gold will be received for the 4
per cent. loan until July 10th, per cent. to be
paid at the time of subscription, 10 gold or in u
s. bonds due July /, 1871 which will be rece ived
without debate, the remaining 96 per cent. to be
paid in gold before Oct. 9th, at the option of sub
scribers, with interest at per cent, from July
to date of delivery. Subscribers paying in full
before July |, will receive an interest check coy
ering from date of such payment to July l.
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BIDDEFoHD.
Suicide.

BiDDEroRD, June 81. George Coutrie, q
Frenchman employed in Hanson's saw mill, aged
fifty years committed suicide this morning by
jumping into river near the Eastern railroad sta.
ton. Ill health and encouragement was the
cause. lie leaves sick wife and five small
children.
The Fourth.
Besides those before reported, the following en-
gines have entered for the muster here July 4th
Fountain 8, Lewiston; Lewiston l, Lewiston; Ex-
celsior 2, Auburn; Triumph |, Berwick; Hydrant
2, Belfast; VOLUNTEER 4, Peabody.
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Anniversary at st. Catharine's Hall.

Anniversary at St. Catharfne's Hall
The annual closing exercises at St. Catharines
Hall, in this city, institution for the higher cul-
ture Of young ladies, took place yesterday after
noon, according to the following programme
PRAYER.
Duett,-Semirdmide, Arr. by Rossellen.
Misses A ger 4 Wetmore
Essay, Queen Esther.
Solo.
Dialogue, Queen of May.
Misses Susie Marston and Grace Randall.
Miss Katie G. Bolton.
Piano Solo,-Taranfelie, s. Mills.
Miss Lime F. Alger
French Recitation. Berceuse
Miss Annie F. II. Eastman.
Solo,-L' Estasi d 4D,ore, Luigi Badia.
Essay, Ancient Cities.
Miss Grace H. Ballard.
Qrsrtef'c,-Overture to Masanello, Schmidt.
lst Piano, Misses Hart & Smith.
I'd Piano, Misses Alger & Wetmore.
Giving of Testimonials and Diplomas.
Address.
Hymn.
Benediction
The essay OF VI SIS Ballard, the piano solos and
Duets and tine solos by Miss Hart, one of the
teachers, were especially fine The dialogue,
MAY Qaeen," between two little girls, six years
old, called forth the prolonged applause of the au-
dience.
Bishop Netly presided and there were present
several clersymen of the Episcopal denomination
There is but one person in the graduating class
Miss Grace II. Ballard, daughter Of Mr.. Geo. S.
Ballard of this city, who having taken the entire
course at the school. received diploma. Certif.
Gates, however, were issued to six others, for ex-
cclence in schOlirshp-Miss Linnie +. Alger,
Miss Margaret Hayes, Miss Eugene Wetmore,
Miss Katie Hayes, Miss Eastman, and Miss Geor.
gia Robinson.
Bishop Nicely, after comforting the diploma and
testimonials, read the report of Rev. Geo I. Pack
ard of b tugor, one of the examining committee,
who had been present during the examinations
lie reported the school being eminently practi-
cal; in Rotations there was a remarkable free
dom from rote, the ain being in the studies to
obtain facts, not words. There was thorough
work in mathematics, the pupils being taught to
think as well As nemorze. lie found on his
fist visit, ST. Cathaines TO be an unartiicial, at
tracuve Christian home, with able teachers and
excellent facilities for procuring an education.
The Bishop said the school would have to stand
on It's own merits. The straitness Of the times ad
lessened the nrmher of scholars but there are
those who shoul see to i. that the school is in
creased. lie cared nothing for the name, simply,
of maintaining school, but plead for high, wo-
manly, Christian culture. He would not lower
the standard ia the least, for the sake of an in
crease in numbers. We claim TO offer special adj
vanta2es ior the higher culture, and he thought
the examination and exhibition Just held, would
show that.
At the close of these exercises reception was
held in the parlor, and an elegant repast served.
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WESTBROOk.
Commencement.

PORTLAND, June q. Commencement exercis
es at Wesbrook Seminary took place to-day. 81,
graduated 10 the Ladies Collegiate department
two in the Scientific, five in the College Prepare
tory, and six in the higher English.
Ex Cows. Perham and Washburn and others
spoke at commencement dinner
The Trustees and Alumni held meetings this at
ternoon DR.. Z. NJ. Fuller of Bath, delivered al
Grafton before the Alumni This evening is tn,
Alumni reunion aud ball.
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Um,versslist state Convention.

Universsllst state Convention.
The next annual meeting Of the Maine Univer.
| salst Convention will be held in Rockland, or
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, June 26, q
| and 2Sth inst.
Universalist clergynen residing In the Stsae, duly
admitted to its fello wship aod actively engaged
in the work of the m instry; OF the officer. of the
Convention; of the Trustees Of Westbrook Semi.
nary of one lay delegate from each parish and
one from each Sunday School, in its fellowship.
The Executive Committee recommends the
following order Of business and religious meet
ings:
TUESDAY, June 26.
ga. NJ. Meeting Of Executive Committee al
l0A. NJ. Organization of the Convention.
IL A. NJ. Sermon.
2.30 P. NJ. Sermon.
2. NJ. Business Meeting.
7.30 P. M. Discuss ion-"Our Denominational
Interests and How to Promote Them"
"WEDNESDAY, June q.
5A NJ. Conference Meeting.
8 A. NJ. Conference Meeting.
8 A. NJ. Business Meeting.
1870 A. NJ, Occasional Sermon, by Rev. Geo
2P. M. Discussion-''sundsy School Inter-
ests."
4P NJ. Business Meeting.
7.30 P. NJ. Discussion - missionary Work
and Sunday Collections
THURSDAY, June %.
A. NJ. Conference Meeting.
A. NJ. Conference Meeting.
A. M. Business Meeting.
1890 A. NJ. Discussion - Educational and
Spiritual Interests"
p. NJ. Sermon and Communion Service.
r N. Business Meeting, If necessary.
7.30 P. VI. Social Reunion, or Sermon If de.
sired.
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CLASS ODE.
BY EMMA V. SIMPSON.

We've been floating down the river,
But we now have reached the sea,
Aud hereafter on its bosom
The voyage of our life must be.
Wen drift with the tide no longer,
We must grasp our oars and row;
We must strive the world TO better,
Where Ell we may chance to 90.
We may meet with storms on our way.
And the pillows may run high,
But If we press forward boldly,
We shall enter port by add by.
And when our journey is ended,
And life's long voyage is DER,
May we all at last land safely
On Heavens eternal shore.
The graduating class consisted of fourteen
young ladies and gantlemen: VIM. A. Gardner
May A. Lincoln, May l.. Keegan, Emma V.
Simpson. Edward E. Gage, Alice l.. Philbrook
Addie l.. Kennedy, Herbert l.. johnson, Annie
NJ. Coleman, Lizzie NJ. Packard, Frank Z. Smith
Olive e. Dana, Frei II. Rowse. Alice S. Rey.
nolds.
The diplomas were presented to the alb I'VE by
Rev. Mr.. Curtis o f the board of Directors. lie
congratulated the class upon the successful issue
of their course Of study. Their friends would re-
joice with them, aud the Directors are proud Of
their record. lie urged them to seek higher
culture than mere Intellectual culture, that
would bring joys vastly superior to any thing earth
could yield.
Mr. Files, the Principal, made a few touching
parting words to the class. This parting hour
was not welcome one to him. They had been
faithful students. The moral character had been
educated and strengthened, as well as the intellec.
tua. by the exercise OF selfsacrifce patience and
industry. lie urged the class, in separating from
the school, to strive to cultivate the noblest vir.
tues and maintain the purest lives-that in the fu.
tuie they were not only to be students, but teach.
ers as well. He closed with the words of Horace
Mann: "Be ashamed to die before you have al
tanned some victory for humanity
The class ode was sung. the benediction pro-
nounced by Rev. Mr.. Tilden, and the class of u
went out into the world with the motto-"Festina
mus Lente."
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-22

The Gardiner Journal has these sensible remarks
on the question why not have a survey of
Maine 2?
Ia these days when every farmer in Maine is
finding gold or silver mine, why would it not he
good idea to have geological and IN ueraogi-
inson OF Bowdoin College very frequently has see-
cmens sent him to be analysed. lie was at work
on one from Woodstock when we were there.
Maine is rich in minerals, and very likely many
valuable metals and stones for useful purposes
may be discovered. Even if gold and silver
should dot be discovered in paying quantities,
new localities for lime, slate, and granite, or tin
aud IRON mines may be opened up. We believe
thsta thorough survey of Maine would be a good
Investment and one 10 which our rural popula-
tioa wou Id be the most likely TO he beuefit,d
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-22

The opening of the new and grand hotel on
Mouse island-the "Samoset House, to which
we have frequently alluded, will take place next
Wednesday. The announcement is made in our
advertising columns this morning. which will give
our readers an idea of the affair, which will be
Que OF the most elaborate ever witnessed on the
coast OF Maine. The fare for the round trip has
been placed at very low rate. All Kennebtc ex-
ucets tn ne nresnpt
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BANGOR.
Arrested.

BANGOR Jan, n.
One Stanton, who figured in Texas COLOMBIA.
ton scheme at Portland, came here and establish.
ed himself a short time ago, and had hired store
on Exchange street as headquarters. where some
foolish persons congregated. and had begun to
pay in money to defray expenses of location OF
land in Texas, etc. was arrested to-day by City
Marshal Low. lie gave up his keys and will
leave town.
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That Base Ball Game.

MONMOUTH, June 20, 1877.
We notice in the Daily of to-day few words in
relation to me of Base Ball claimed by the
Monmouth boys, and would ask the privilege OF
ventilating our side of the question.
We did refer in note to the Lewiston Jour.
nal, to the fact that there was arrang ement for
game according TO accepted challenge, the game
to be play ed in the Monmouth boys grounds Sat-
urday, Z. NJ, June 10th, and at no time previous
was there any understanding that the game should
be post poned one week.
The Monmouth boys received a Communication
from the Our Boys, Wednesday, June 18th, say
ing that they had recognized and that the Mon
mouth boys could withdi aw their challenge if they
wished. They did not wish 10 withdraw, and sig-
nifed their willingness to play against the Or
ganization so it seems that there was organized
club at Winthrop rs their written communication
shows and there is an organized club here. there
was no charge made for the expected game Satur-
day.
The scores of the games already played before
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-22

The members of the recent graduating class at
the Western Normal School. Castine, were from
the following counties, viz Aroostook. 3, Han
cock 9, Knox l, Lincoln 2, Penobscot 5, Pscata-
quis !, Somerset l, Waldo II and Washington 3.
The whole number of pupils who attended this in
stution during the spring term were 1885,
ArOos,ook County furnished 4, Hancock, "a, Ken
nebec 2, Knox %, Lincoln 3, Penobscot IA, Pts
catsqnls 5. Somerset g. Waldo 81, Washingto 10
and York |.
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Fatal Accident.
Destructive Fire.
MASSACHUSETTS,.
BODY tOund.

LOWELL, June 81 The body of Mary Ella
Harrington, abducted from East Boston nearly a
year ago, was found last night, in Merrimack iiv-
er, about six miles from this city. The body was
bound with ropes, sewed in sack. and weg hted
down, and had been in the water a long time.
Mrs. Harrington came here this morning, and
identified the remains Of her daughter by pecul-
lar tooth.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1877-06-22

Owing to the exercises in the High aud Gram
mar schools yesterday, there was no sale of Paint
ings at Meonian Hall, and the Messrs. Schumach-
CT Bros. have decided to postpone the sale till
this afternoon and evening at 3 l-2 and I IL
o'clock, which will positively be the last chance.
Should any of our citizens wish to purchase at
private sale, they will have an opportunity to do
so ny applying to Mr.. Schumacher who will be at
The hall all day
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NEW HAMPSHIRE.
KeaTsarge Mills.

PORTSMOUTH, June 81. The proposed impor :
tsnt general improvements at the Kearsarge NJ ills
will occupy about two months. The capacity will
be increased about ten thousand spindles.
Fire.
LANCASTER, June 81. Sylvanus Holmes steam
saw mill was burned last night. Loss, $1,000; in
sured, S3, 600.
Fatal Accident.
MANCHESTER, June 81. Henry Sutras, slater.
fell from roof this morning. and was fatally in
jured.
Destructive Fire.
GREAT FALLS, June 81. A woodshed with FIVE
cords OF wood, and freight car belonging to the
Eastern railroad. was burned here this morning.
The car was loaded with granite, which was ru.
ined. Loss, 500. Incendiary.
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ILLINOIS.
Relief to st. John.

CHICAGO, June q. The relief and aid society
is taking measures 10 send society of relief to
the sufferers at st. John. The society will CO.
operate with the mayor aud citizens, and make as
large donation as possible of money, provisions
and Gle thing. During the period of suffering
which followed the great Chicago fire, St. John
contributed $4,000 in gold for the alienation of
the wants of the unfortunate
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PENNSYLVANIA.
Hanged.

MAUcH CHUNK, June 81. The four Molly Ma
CURES were executed at 1882. No rescue was at
tempted and nothing unusual occurred. They
were awake and dressed at six o'clock, and the
priests arrived early aud prayed with them.
WILKEsBARRE. June 81. Lanahan, the Molly
Mcguire, was executed here At 1910.
louisville. June 81. The executions of Boyle
and McGee took place at lilo.
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The Augusta Grammar school.

Truly we thought that the best Of the wine was
reserved till the last of the feast as we were
privileged TO witness the most of the exercises of
examination at the grammar school Yesterday.
Ia the first place, the school room itself offered
an inspiration TO study and the best efforts With
in the past few years great deal has been done
to make the place attractive and inviting, in the
way OF pictures, notices, statues, brackets, and
the various devices that good taste would suggest
but yesterday it fairly bloomed with beauty. Ev.
eigreen TT innings twined the iron columns
howers of the richest fragrance lent their charms,
il various forms, to the different pats of the
room; specimens Of birds were placed here and
there; on the blackboards were large drawings,
aud on the four walls specimens Of original de-
signs for carpets paper hangings, &c, representa-
tions OF several public buildings. copies of work
of art, etc., that elected praise ON every hand.
The examination was conducted under the i'm
mediate direction of the Principal, Mr.. G. A.
Robertson. model teacher, who has justly won
for himself he ue.erved reputation of being the
best grammar school teacher 10 the State, a prize
TO all our city schools, who has an influence as
healthiul as fresh summer breeze after a shower.
Mr. Robertson was assisted in the examination by
his two faithful Assistants, Miss Norton and Miss
Stiles. OF course we cannot speak of the exami-
nation of the several classes in detail but caa say
that it satisfactory in the extreme, and in some
parts history, for example, perfectly surprising.
good practice is in permitting the me mbers of
the class to suggest questions. Ii helps thought
The di.tnctness of utterance on the part of the
scholars was commendable. They spoke with no
hesancy or doubt but with decision, as though
they were conscious they were right, and but few
needed corrections. The rectations, declamaions,
and singing were all very fine. large number
Of interested spectators were present durisg the
entire day. This model school numbers 100
scholars, with 80 in the first class to take their
place 10 the high school the next term. Mr.. Rob-
ertson r.ceived yesterday, from the first class. a
present Of superb album, containing photographs
of the class; Miss Norton a handsome inkstand
aud appliances, from her class; and Miss Stiles,
from her class, costly illustrated copy of "The
Wandering jew"
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As the communication of A. l.. Mortimer, Civil
Engineer, in regard to the Somerset Railroad, is
like a funeral GRAFTON long after the corpse is
buried, we must reject it.
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Since the new arrangement on the Maine Cen
trail the conductors not running farther than
Portland there has been considerable reduction
in wages. Conductors who have heretofore re-
ceived 500 month, now receive SO. We I'M
Jerstand that conductors on the Eastern have to
put up now with $50 per month
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NOTICE !!

I>HE undersigped hereby give notice that on the
L 10th inst., four year old Colt was lett 1t
their stable in Augusta, by parties whose names
are unknown. The said parties had mate to this
colt year old, and went away with him. There
Is reason TO believe that the colt was stolen. The
owrer can have The Same by proving property,
aud paying charges of keeping. advertising &c.
COOMBS BROS.
Augusta, Me-, 80 Water St.,t
June 20, 1871. junc2l.t1W
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Dr. A. c. Pollock, who has been very success =
full in the practice of his profession in Gardiner,
is to be in this city on Monday next, at the Cony
House, for the relief of those who are suffering
from corns, bunions, and like Affections.
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Mr.. EDIToR:-Is there not some one in this
city who knows for certainty, whether it was
Palmer or Plummer who first run the Mansion
House3 Why keep the public in such terrible
suspeuse
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We announce in to-day's paper the death OF
Mr.. r. T. Bosworth, for many years dealer in
clothing, in this city. lie went to California
some two or three years since for the benefit of
his health,
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The steamer Henry Morrison, will commence
her regular trips next Tuesday morning, leaving
Augusta at 7 o'clock, A. NJ, and return same day.
leaving Boothbay at 2.30 P. NJ.
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Graduating xercises of the Augusta High
SghOOl.

Graduating Exercises of the Augusta High
school.
The rainfall last evening did not at all dampen
the ardor of our citizens, but Granite Hall was
crowded with as splendid an audience as ever
gathered within its walls, the interest being in
the graduating exercises of the Augusta high
school. The hall was elegantly trimmed for the
occasion with evergreen, flowers and bunting.
For three solid hours the exercises continued,
and that the people remained quiet in their seats
during that length of time, is compliment enough
for the character of the entertainment prov ided.
From the part OF the sautatoran to that Of the val
edictorian the interest was unfsggng. Every
speaker and essayist received the courtesy of
bouquets thrown upon the stage at the close of
each part, and generous applause from the audi
ence. While we may be permitted TO mention
the superior xcellence of the efforts of Messrs.
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Trinity Comm a ndery--Nottce

Trinity Comm andery--Notfce.
She Sir Knights Of Trinity Commandery are
hereby notified that the Stated Conclave will b.
held at their Asylum on Friday evening, June
%, at o'clock. Work, Red Cross.
J.W. CLAPP, Recorder.
By order of the Z. C..
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Local anu State Nrms.

We understand that extensive forest fires are
raging in Jerusalem township, burning down a
large amount of valuable property.
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NEW BRUINS WICK.
Fire.

PORTLAND. June 81. A FIRE in Midtown, ST.
Stephen, Wednesday night. burned the Congrega-
tional church and four dwelling houses. The
church was insured for 81 900. One dwel ling be-
longing to A. Albee, was insured for VI, 500. The
gross loss was about $50, 900.
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Weather indications for To-day.

For New England and the Middle States,
falling followed by rising barometer, southwest
veering 10 colder northwest winds, partly cloudy
and cloudy weather, with rain areas.
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WARRINGTON.
President Hayes.

WASHINGTON. June 81. The President up to 2
o'clock gave audience to several hundred persons,
the remainder being disappointed. There was
from Maryland.
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Pocket Book Lost.

7 OST, Tuesday forenoon, June 18th, 0 calf skin
IL pocket book, russell color conta ming sbOn {
425 IN money, and notes aud papers vi value to The
osner: The finder will be suitably rewarded by
returning the same to
CHARLES KiMBALL,
Carriage 4 Sign Painter, north end Water 81.
near x. H. Bridge.
Augusta, June 10, 1877. june2et III
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DEERING.


PORTLAND, June 81. Ephnim Keefe, an &c.
lectc physician and joiner of Lawrence, Mass.
was arrested in Deering to day at request of the
city marshal of Lawrence, on charge Of bigamy.
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New York Money Market.
EVENING REPORT.

New York. June 81, lsI7.
Money was easy at LA Ger cent on call. For.
eign exchange advanced to tS1k for bankers long
and 4syA Ats9h for 1emand. Gold opened at 1851
aud closed at 1859 Loans lxa2h per cent.
Customs receipts, Sl34. 900. Treasury disbursed
t95,0oO interest. tiVs.o0o ior bonds and .0oo tor
silver.
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EUROPE.
France.

VERSAILLES, June Fl. The discussion upon
the report OF Baroux in favor of dissolution of
the Deputies began iu the senate to-day. Victor
Hugo In q long speech pointed out the importance
of tie senate in q conflict between the two powers
Of the French Assembly. ....
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Lew IS1IDN.
The Turf.

LEWISTON, June q. The races the Lewis
ton Driving Park continued to-day, but were un.
finished, owing to the rain.