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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
NEWS BY TELEGRAPH
TO TIM
Daily Ksnusbtt journal.
Arrival of Russians.

BANGOR, MAY IA. Three young Russian Off
GERS from the CT nbria, arrived here about mid
night by private team from Southwest Hsrbor.
They were interviewed at the hotel by a repre-
sentative Of the Wing and Courier but had no
information of public interest to impsrt. They
are fine looking men, cordial in manner, speak
ing some French, but only few English words.
They will remain here Wednesday, and visit
Portland Thursday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

Soliciting Agents for the sale Of
w nursery stock, embracing fruit and orna.
m'ntal trees vines, shrub, roses, ETC., to ravel
In the New England States, on a monthly salary.
Experience in the business not necessary to guar.
antee success. Our terms are liberal, none need
apply who cannot furnish the best of references.
Address 8. T. CANNON, Il CO.,
maya. teod2w&w4w Augusta, Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
WASHINGTON.
The Army Appropriation.

WASHINGTON, May IA. The total sppropria-
tion recommended for the army for the fiscal
year, ending June 80, 1879, and for other purpos-
es is SIG, 929 ,67l 03, of which the amount recon
mended Tor pay and allowances of officers who
NAV retire under its provisions is 81 S97 900. The
total regular sum is S24, 032, 67l O3. The esti-
mates in the bill are fol 70, 900 enlisted men. The
cavalry regiments are reduced TO 6, and infantry
te l3, and these reductions are TO be effected by
transfers and consultations.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
CONDENSED TELEGRAMs.

Laker's tobacco factory in St. Louis Is burned.
Loss, $4,000.
A meeting Of merchants in Baltimore, Tuesday,
protested against the subsidy to Roschs PROPOSED
route TO Brazil.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

boat Race.

TORONTO, May IA. Alta conference of the
hackers of Haplon and Plssted, final arrange
ments were made. The course was buoyed off
close to the Island. The race is 10 start between
three and six in the afternoon. Both are in ex-
cellent condition. They rowed the course yester-
day. Hsnlon weighs l6l, Plasted 100. Stephen
Roberts, referee, and Courtney have arrived to-
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
THE FENIANS.
A Raid Feared-The Militia Called Out
at Fort Eric.
YESTERDAYS REPORT CONFIRMED.

BUFFALO. May a. The report that the militia
we're called out st Fort Erie, anticipating . Fen
ian raid, early yesterday forenoon, is confirmed.
Unusual excitement prevailed along the border,
owing to the reported crossing Of four hundred
Fenians. but nothing occurred here to cause any
such precautions by the Canadians, the whole
thing being looked upon BY all classes as good
joke.
Nine Canada reg iuents have been served with
ball cartridge, for service against Fenians.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
N RS. TILTON.
She Makes Another Confession.

New YORK. May a. Mrs. Titon yesterday
told lady connected with the Star, that she
made her last confession to bring about recon-
ciliation. IS they were so poor, aud her mother.
Mrs. Morse, Ind begun to have spssms. Since
the confession they have all they want.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
TAXES 1876-1877.

A LII PERSONS, who have not paid their taxes
n for 1876 and ls77 notified that without de-
lay or further warning, shall proceed against
them BY an arrest. seizure of property an action
OF debt, accordingly as in my judgment the inter
ests OF the city require. There will be no excep-
lions az TO persons, and no escape except by i'm.
mediate payment. No promise will avail Re
ready each one and all. Any delinquent is liable
to be the first victim.
SAMUEL W. LANE, Collector.
Augusta, April 10, 1878. apll0t6w&w3w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

We have received some fine music from |. G..
Hovey 4 Son, for which we return thanks. "Old
Folks at Home" with variations, a very sweet
and simple melody ,''Sparklng Cascade Polka" a
very pretty piece; blowers of Spring or" Molly's
Dream Waltz the kind of piece any one likes to
play in the twilight also the Folio and Vox
Humane for May, both of which contain a choice
selection.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
The Colorado Potato Bug and How TO
Get Rid of the Pest.

BREWER, May 18th, 1873.
Mr.. EDITOR After passing through Waldo
and Hancock counties, visiting many of the farms
in that section, and having entered Penobscot
county, l write you from this place to inform you
of the general alarm given in relation to the Col
orado beetle or potato bug. As the potato crop
is one OF the main arteries of vital financial re-
source to our State, l am convinced that every
practical effort for the destruction Of this pest
shonld be made before the life Of this industrial
enterprise shall have so far spent itself, it shall
become almost an impossibilily to redeem it.
noticed in several periodicals that party were
stopping in Bangor, for the purpose of proving to
the farmers by a chemically prepared liquid com
pound that no fears need be encouraged in regard
to failue of this crop, as by sprinkling vines
with this compound 1t would wholly exterminate
the bug and its incubations. at the same time
harmless in its effect upon the operator or vine.
In conversation with Mr.. Prince, produce dealer
in this place, / learned from him that he had
visited the PARTIES and seen practical tests made,
confirming what had read in the newspaper ar
ticles. If yon have not already through your
columns given hops and cheer which this tact
should encourage in the farmers breast, hope
its insertion in your columns will stay any de-
preston or fears ensuing from the alarm.
H. w.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
sCRIBNER PLEADS GUILTY.
Arrsigned I'm Municipal Conrt on the
Charge of Murder-Committed to Jail to
Await Trial

Jason Scribner, the murderer of his family,
was yesterday forenoon iaigned in municipal
court, and plead guilty to the charge OF murder.
lie had no counsel and witnesses were called
on either side Of the case; indeed there seems TO
be but one side to the 90 pleading guilty,
he was committed to jail, to await trial at the
August term of the Supreme Judicial Court If
the plea of guilty is not retracted there will be
no necessity for trial.
Scribner appeared as calm as a May morning,
and one seeing him as he sat in his chair would
have considered him only Que of the lockers on.
lie wore pair Of brown overalls, outside of dark
pants and dark coat, with no vest. The hand
kerchief tied around his throat, together with his
other general appearance, made him look like
farmer just in from hard days work in the field.
Though there is an evil look in his eye and an air
OF wckedness stamped upon his whole counte-
nance, while his light red hair gives indications Of
temper, yet, Yesterday morning, at his arrsign-
ment, one would hardly have taken this man for
the chief actor in horrible a deed, because
there was nothing of sorrow guilt depicted on
his face, both of which are generally shown by
murderers after having performed an act like this.
sidney Locals.
On Sunday evening at 6 o'clock, the Rev. Mr.
Hayden Of Gardiner, preached in the school house
in district No. /, to an audience that filed the
house, and his address religious and moral
life was received with marked attention.
Land is getting in good condition for planting,
and farmers are improving the very favorable
weather. large breadth of Lost Nation wheat
will be sowD this season, farmers generally reck-
oning that among the best varieties. On low land
it has been rather wet for sowing OATS but if pos
sbe all in that line will be done this week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
An Astonishing Fact.

large proportion of the American people are
to-day dying from the effects of Dyspepsia or dis
ordered liver. The result Of these diseases upon
the masses Of intelligent and valuable people is
most alarming, making life actually burden in
stead of pleasant existsnce Of enjoyment and
usefulness as it ought to be. There is no good
reason for this, if you will only throw aside pre-
JUDGE and skepticism, take the advice of Drug
gists and your friends, and try one bottle of
Greea's August Flower. Your speedy relief is
certain. Millions Of bottles Of this medicine have
been given away to try its virtues, with satisisc-
tory results in every case. You can buy a sample
bottle Tor 10 cents to try. Three doses will relieve
the worst case. Positively sold by all Druggists
on the Western Continent. apll5- .eodSwtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
For Sale at a Bargain.

A COVERED CARRIAGE, which can be used
n with one or two seats. II was built in
thorough manner of the best material II is almost
as good ne y, and i'll be sold at less than It's
pr sent value, Call on WIN. y. SUULE Western
field De pot.
Augusta, May 7, 1878. ttf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
NEW JERSEY.
DecIsiOn.

TRENTON, May IA. In the United States court
Judge Nixon decided that Noyes could be held
on other indictments than the one for which
requisiton WAS granted, and that the United
States district court had no right to 60 behind the
requsiton ofthe Governor and also decided that
the State has jurisdiction on an amendment re-
turn, and therefore decided to remand the pris-
oner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

Nothing is better for the health, physicians say,
than walk in the twilight of the evening. And
our streets testify that these stros being en-
joyed upon these pleasant days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
District Court of the United States,
for the District of Maine.
In the matter OF
william Ii. fettinGill, In Bankru
BANKRUPT,

W IIIlam II. TettlnpIII, II BunkruptCy,
Bankrupt
THIS Is TO GIVE NOTICE, that petition has
been presented to the Court, this third
day of May, 1878, by William ii. Ptttingill of
Lewiston, III said District, a Bankrupt, praying
that he may be decreed To have tull discharge
from All his debts provable under the Bankrupt
Act, and upon readi < said Petition,
IT is ORDERED by the Court that hearing be
had upon the same. on the first Monday of July
ID. 1875, before the Court IN Porllanu. in said
District, AT 10 O'Clock A. and that notice there
OF be pub ished in the Lewiston Weekly Gaze tie,
and the Weekly Kennebec journal, Lews papers
printed in said District once week for thrt uc-
ces sive weeks, the last publication 10 be hi tv
days at least before the day OF hearing, and that
all creditors who have proved their debts. and
other persons In interest, may appear at said time
and ace and show cause, ii any they have, why
the prayer OF said petition should not be granted.
WIN. 2. rREBLE,
Clerk of istrcl Court, for said District.
IVA
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

The patient and faithful horse belonging to
Hon. VIM. Caldwell, which has for some twenty
years done daily service, with clocklke regu-
srity from the east side of the river to the State
House. has given up the ghost and gone where
oil good horses go.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

Suspensions.

CALAIS, May IA. A. Fl. Sawyer, a lumber
dealer, has suspended to-day. His liabilities are
stated at 800 900.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
FOREIGN.
Continued Excitement at the EmperOr's
Attempted dissemination.

LONDON MAY IA. The Daily News Berlin
correspondent telegraphs: 1.-THE indignation and
excitement over the attack on the Emperor has
increased rather than subsidized All attempts to
re-establish Hoeders insanity and his ind epend.
enee Of social democrats have utterly failed. His
crime 10 proved by numerous witnesses.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

The editor of PAPER in this State says he
should have had some trout the other day for his
dinner If the party who went a-fshing, and prom
ised him some, had caught any.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

Everyone has observed this fact, that if you
display sign with the inscription beware of
paint" niue men ont of ten will draw their fore
fingers across the newly painted surface.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
" Gather Indiea,sess nor re-Aay.

For New England aud the Middle ststss,
rising, possibly followed BY falling barometer, in-
ere asng northeast and southeast winds on The
coast, with cloudy aad rainy weather,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

The Pacific engine company No 4, having been
dsbanded by the city, the company have removed
oil their furniture, fixtures, pictures, etc, from
the hall. These things were the property of the
company and with them the boys will furnish
other hall, and maintain their organization as the
"EX-Fours." The old Pacific company have
made q record the last twenty-five years VIII oh
they may not be ashamed to look back upon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

Augusta will this year furnish its share of ora
tors for Memorial day. Maj. j. ID. Myrick fills
the appointment at West W4terville, Col. j. Man
chester Haynes at Bath, II. NJ. Heath, Esq, at
Gardiner, Dr. j. l.. Webster at Halowell, and
Mai. p. NJ. Fogler in this city
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
RHODE ISLAND.
Serious Accident.

PROVIDENCE, MAY IA. VIM. ID. Kelly, fore
ma of the work at Stump Hill reservoir, Paw
tucket. WAS terribly injured by premature blast
this forenoon Both arms were broken, and one
or both eyes will probably be destroyed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
THE POTTER RESOLUTION.
The Tone of the New York Press on the
Matter.

NEW YORK, May Is. All the morning journals
have editorials on the Potter resolution in the
House yesterday, and all with the exception of the
Sun, do not favor the re-oPening Of the Presiden-
tial question.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
Damage by Frost.

Dispatches from seventy five points in Ohio and
Indiana, indicate ice and frost the past few lights
have materially injured vegetables and early
fruits.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
The CimbrIa.

1t is stated that all arrangements are compile ted
for the transfer Of the officers aud men on the
steamship Cimbria. by rail, to San Francisco.
[ ant. Grlnnenh l. hern
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

The Portland Press calls it the "Sidney muir
der" We have no special pride in saying that
the horrible tragedy enacted IN Augusta. but
it is too bad to locate it in Sidney.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

Port JeIvis despstches say for two nights there
have been very heavy fros!s, and reports from the
surrounding country state that the effects upon the
crops are very disastrous. Peaches. pears and
grapes it is feared are almost entirely destroyed.
Gardens will have to be re-plsnted. Ice formed
in many local ties last night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

Adamsons Botanic Bslssm is compounded of
the best natural healing extracts of Banks. Roots
and Gums in the world. 1t is a safe aud reliable
medicine, pleasant to the taste aud cures Coughs,
Colds Asthma and Group. Price 50 and rs cts.
mayl 3 +&wlW
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
NEW YORK.
A New Canal.

NEW YORK, May IA. 1t is stated that Column
bia has given important concessions to a French
company, to build a neutral canal across the 18th
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
AN EARTHQUAKE
Six Hundred Persons Reported Killed.

HAVANA, May IA. An earthquake has occurred
in Venezuela, by which six hundred people were
killed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
OHIO.
SUIT.

CLEVELAND, May a. Geo. Herring has begun
suit at Cleveland. to recover Sel, 246 in gold,
paid interest on western extension bonds, issued
by the Atlantic & Great Western Railway, secured
by the Eric road.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

Experienced gunDers say there never was a
season when sea fowl we're so abundant as they
are this spring, and the nmrods have thus lar
bagged large number of birds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

We are happy to state that Col. II. s. Osgood
and family have returned to the city, and will
make their home at the Augusta House.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
Municipal Matters.

PORTSMOUTH, May IA. At a special town meet
ing held 10 York yesterday, to take action in re-
lation to the default of &. r. Pasted as Collector
and Treasurer of the town. in 1876, committee
was appointed to examine his accounts, 10 report
at an adjourned meeting next Monday. Paisted
promises 10 settle before July.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

The green fly is already attacking the rose
bushes with great severity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

On Friday evening, Mile Fanchon's sensational
burlesque troupe will appear at Granite Hall, for
the first time. An enjoyable entertainment is
predicted
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

Persons in want of first class job at plumbing
should call on Henry A. Taber, at his room with
Gould & Barker. Also iron piping for water.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
About Cotton.

The Cotton Exchange decided that after Sept 2
bales of cotton covered 18th what is known as flax
tow bagglng, shall be deemed understandable,
and will not be delivered in this market. This i.
said to be the result Of general complaint by the
mill
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

Two tons of butter are consumed a day in the
Lewiston and Auburn markets.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

The young people have commenced to croquet
and are as dellgh ted with the game as ever.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

Use "what you will, you will find SLIPPERY
ELM LOZENGES the best things for Coughs.
For sale by all Druggists
Caswel & Co., corner Washington and Winter
SITS, Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
local ami State Nems.

They are 1.-TWO for assent: bridal couple.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

We have for sale extra copies OF the journal, in
wrappers, containing full report Of the Scribner
tragedy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

Potato bugs with linen ulsters and eyes glasses
on are inspecting potato fields all over the coun-
try.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

Adjourned school meeting at the high school
room, this afternoon. at o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

With what complacency must the lady who uses
GLENN's SULPHUR SOAP glance at her mirror for
there she sees reflected a complexion devoid of
blemsh. This peerless purifier may be relied
upon 10 remedy all skin irrltatlons. Sold by all
druggists
HILLS HAIR & WHIsKER DYE, black OF brown,
SOC. apl24-lm+&w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

The steamer Starlight was burned near Jack
sonvllIe. Florida, last Saturday, and her thirty
FIVE passengers very narrowly escaped. Loss
$500.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
Auction Sale.

The hull Of the wrecked schooner Hsmpden, w.
ing off the rocks at Hampton, was sold al auction
to-day, to Jonathan Mild of Hampton, for S65
Her cargo of 240 tons OF coal was sold for IS cts
a ton, 10 J. l.. Chesley of Roe.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

Mr. EDIToR:-I desire to ask the tax payers
through the Journal, if they understand that a
few days since city was entirely without
organized FIRE department That the P.cifcs
were disbanded-that the company attached to
the steamer Cushnoc disbsnded, and that the en-
gneer resgned-that disorder and confusion
trolled the department. Such was the fact.
Why this disbanding of compan aud resign ing
of engineers Mainly because certain alder
man wanted his nephew to drive the fremens
team. Mr.. Seth Clark, good democrat, was
intelligence, to say the least, Of Mr.. Downs, but
he was not . nephew, was rejected, city ordin-
anee everthrown,' my nephew elected, whereupon
the engineers resigned, aud the Cushuocs disband-
cd. But the little scheme of nepotism succeeded,
though the city interests were greatly endapger-
ed. Such is reform. ID.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
The Eastern Question.
THE RUSSIANS REINFORCED AT
SAN sTEFANO.

THE RUSSIANS REINFORCED AT
SAN sTEFANO.
The Arrangement Concerning Fortresses
Failure.
sCHOUvALOFF's MISSION In RUS.
The Uneasiness Increasing at st. Peters.
REPORTED HOsTILITIEs AT
BATOUM.
Why Todleben was Appointed Com.
mander.in-ChieE
Arrival of the New Russian Ambassador
at Constantinople.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
NEW HAMPSHIRE.
Suicide.

ROCHESTER, May IA. Edwin C. Mooney, liv-
cry stable keeper, of Pennington. committed sui
eide this morning by hanging in his stable. A
small cord was used. His body was warm when
found. He was forty years old, had been
twice in an insane asylum. He leaves a wife and
grown up son. He was highly respected.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
Pacific Mail Subsidy.

Washington specials say Senators who voted to
report the Pacific mail SUBS Idly. will not vote for
its passage, as it is considered stock obbing sp-
Grafton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

The Henry A. Bowen, arrested for abandoning
his wife and children, Is a Brooklyn politician,
but not the son of Bowen, editor of the indepeud-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15
Marrien.

In Auburn. May 9Th, Alfred 7. Cannon to Miss
Lucettd Townsend.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-05-15

Since the change in the law, applications for ad-
mission to the Industrial School at Hallowell are
not 90 frequent, though the school is full having
oil that it can care for There are twelve spp-
cations on file and thirty children from the inst
tuition are in homes One of the bright little girls
has recently been placed in a home of refinement
and culture, in Rocklsnd, and besides the usual
school culture she is being afforded a musical
education, and has all the advantages offered by
first class homes. Thus is the benefcent work OF
the home being carried forward.