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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06
Skowhegan Locals.

Skowhegan Locals.
Our March town meeting passed off smoothly
and without ripple. The fullest March meeting
for a good many years. Great interest was mani
tested, as the soft money men" and democrats
united to carry the election, but they were very
signaly whipped. The republicans elected their
entire board Of town officers, as follows
Muderator-General Isaac Dyer
Clerk-Georg ecu shng.
Seec,nen-Levi IL. Folsom, Horace Eaton and
Nahum C.. Stewart.
Treasurer. b. Ddscomb.
S. S. Committee-Dr. J. S. Cushing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

We learn that Mr.. c. NJ. Bailey OF Winthrop
does not intend to rebuilt his factories at East
Read6ed which were recently burned. Five
hundred cords Of woods which he had bought up
for the use of his furnace at East Readfeld, he is
now hauling to his Baileyvilc factories.
The monies appropriated at town meeting held
IN Manchester on March All, are as follows: For
support of schools, $780, support of poor, $3.50 !;
breaking snow, $50; repair of roads and bridges,
$50; interest on debt, Sl27; incidental charges
$685. in labor on road, $1,000; Smuggling town
house. SIS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06
FINANCIAL & COMMERCIAL,
New York Money Market.
EVENING REPORT.

New York, March S.
Money loaned a. as on call and closed at per
cent
Sterling quiet at iSi-as4i4 Tor 90 days, iS6as6k
ordemand.
Gold opened at l0l = and closed at 1919.
Carrying rates 2 as per cent. Borrowing rates
3a9-.
Treasury dsbursed-Sss3,0a 900 intere t. $i5O,GO0 for
bonds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

TAKE CARE OF YOUR HEALTH and that
of your children and use no other for Coughs.
Colds etc., except that standard remedy Madame
Porter's Cough Baisam. 1t is acknowledged by
all who have given it trial as being the most re-
liable preparation ever used; it is particularly
adapted to lung and throat affections in children.
Try one bottle. feb27-4w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

charming widow Of seveLty-four and a cler-
gyman of six'y-eight years are about to be joined
in holy wedlock in a town near Lewiston. The
widow has a mother still living at the age of
ncty six years and in full possession Of her men
tai faculties. The betrothal has something of
romance, too for it is said that the widows first
love was the coed parson to whom she is about TO
bc i.ineI
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06
KENTUCKY.
A Terrible Tornado,

NEW YORK, March ) A terrible lorna o
swept over part of Kentucky Saturday. near
Rich Hill, Cary county, killing eight persons in
stantly and severely woundng several Others,
killing all the live stock its course and entirely
demolishng all the trees fences and houses, and
in some cases even the foundation stones Of the
latter being blown away. The pecuniary damage
is estimated at at least $50, 900.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

There were fourteen death, ia Augusta dur
ing the month of January, five Of whom were
children. One was nircty-ihiee years Of age, and
three over eighty. There were six deaths dur
ing the month OF February, two Of whom were
children. One person was seyen,y-seven years
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

Bath contains a young aspirant for literary
honors. The following the first chapter Of
".erial," entitled IN ndness to Animals" written
by him and sent in for publication The first
thing that ought to be stopped is whipping horse
for nothing. The other day was near the Rail
r ,sd wharf and saw a man driving oxen forward
& backward, and see he did it cruel TO one and
the other he wouldn't do anything, but tn 5 one
INC would when they went back hit him acrossed
she head legs, if that is not cruel what is this
puts me ia mind Of a school teacher that run his
school by love-it was this way that he did 1t,
there had been dozen more OF less 10 that school
and couldn't do thing with the scholars and this
man went in and the people said that be was just
ruined he never will be fl for anything else! -
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

Since the passage of the silver bill, two proml-
ncnt men of this State discussing upon the street ;
FIRST citzen-"Well, | am going to pay up all my
bills at timely cents upon dollar" Second clu-
zen-"l amt; am going to wait and let her
shrink some more"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06
CALIFOR MA.
Loss by Flood.

New YORK, March 5. Careful estimates put
the loss by Hood in the Sacramento Valley, Cali
fornia, at $500, 1000. One man lost 10000 sheep
| and 6000 acres of wheat. An immense wheat yield
is anticipated in most OF the country, however,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06
THE SILVER BILL.
Secretary Sherman's Views on the Sill
YER Question.

NEW YORK. March 5. The Secretary of the
Treasury is reported rs saying there is no reason
for the alleged alarm about the results of the pas
sage OF the silver bill, the worst has been eff.
ected ~ the stoppage of all subscriptions to the
per cent, bonds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06
e An ADA.
Political.

QUEBEC, March 5. The excitement over tue
political crisis continues. Jolly has yet made no
appor tments. but hopes to have his government
formed for the meeting Of the house on Thurs
day. A ministerial explanation will then doubt
less follow. The English speaking people call
loudly for member of the government. Houl-
ton of Montreal will possibly be asked to enter
the cabinet. The galleries and corridors of the
house were packed this afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

The Republicans of Ward 8, are requested to
meet at the Engine House, AT o'clock z. NJ,
FRIDAY, March s, 10 nominate candidates for Alder
man, Warden. Ward Clerk and Constable, to be
supported at the poll-, Monday, March llth, 1873.
Pm ODPR
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

"The light OF love shines over all" that use
SLIPPERY ELM LOZENGES for their Coughs,
&c. Fnr sale by all Druggists
Caswell x Co., corner Washington and Winter
Sts., Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

The Republicans of Ward 4, are requested to
meet at the Ballard School House, at o'clock
T. NJ, Friday, March s. to nominate candidates
for Alderman, Warden, Ward Clerk aud Consta-
Bile, to be supported at the polls, Mondsy, March
lltb 1873. PER ORDER
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06
MASSACHUSETTS,.
kuiCide.

BosToN. March ). At Grafton, Sunday, James
Scott of Whitusville, threw himself 10 Fl ont Of the
engine on the B. Il A. Railroad, and was Instant
" Killed. lie was Insane.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

lie Augusta Branch was closed yesterday, but
will be open to-day, aud those who Wish bargains
will do we'll to visit it. BY ordor Of the assi4nees
in bankruptcy. the goods must be sold by April
lst and what remains unsoll after the 10th inst,
IS be disposed of at auction, to the highest bid
dor either here OIL In BOSTON.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

Reflect that 10 every cemetery Of the silent
tenants are the victims of neglected coughs and
colds and if YOU are thus afflicted, avoid their
fate by resorting at once to Hdies UOney Of Hore-
hOund and Tar, an immediate, agreeable, and GER
tain means of cure. Sold by all Druggists
Pies Toothache Drops cure in minute.
mari +&wlmo
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

Persons suffering from hernia or rupture who
desire good fitting truss, should 90 to Partridge
Drug Store, Augusta, where is the largest stock
and variety in the State, and the requisite skill to
give good fit. june29tltaw&w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06
Cont Matters.

LEWISTON, March 5. The March Civil Term
OF the Lewiston Municipal Court opened to day
with 40 cases on the docket. There have been
only two cases tried Ia. day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06
ONO.
Fire.

CINCINNATI, March ). 1t was repo ted here
this morning that Pickerng's store and also the
post office IN Windenal, are burned. Loss, about
$4,000.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

For New England and the Middle States,
rising followed by falling barometer southelly to
westerly winds, warmer and generally clear
weather,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

Cure that cough! How W.T. Adamson's DO
tanc Balsam. 1t is wairented to cure coughs,
colds, and all lung dithcutle,. Sample Tree.
Large bottles 80 cents. Sold at kinsmLn Il Co.'S
Drug store ian2jt Iswlw.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06
FAR INGTON.
Court N alters.

FARMINGToN, March s. The SUPP enc Judicial
Court convened here to day, WIN. W. Virgin
Judge; Ptman Pn,ifer, reporter A continued
docket Of 3j7 cases.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06
GRAND CONCERT
AND
B a L l.
In Il d of the AUGUSTA sol DlERs' MONU.
MkNT, by the Celebrated

Gail Erhlcr, Violin and Conductor; c. {.
IIeinchman, % Violin and Pr mpter; Julius Ech-
Ter. Niolo and Bells: o. A. Whiimore, world Re.
nowncd Clarionet Solost; H. NJ schubruck, the
Great Cornet Scloist The Rival to Arbuckle; W.
Rczel, Flute and Picolo Soloist d. W. stewart,
The Celebrated L ombone and Baritone Soloist;
+ August stein, Contra BASS.
The management have been TO great cxpense to
procure this Most Celebrated OF New England
Band. and ask the patronage Of all lovers OF M1-
sic and Dancing. sufficient humber OF Floor
Maj ayers VIII b. in attendance.
Among the Commute at rang m nts for the
entertainment are Mayer Na h, Cold Manchester
Haynes, +. PI'isbury. Fog, l.. Il. Illl. Esq
q '" Jones, Esq I'll liza -keli, q Maj. j. -.
Nyrlcs, j. traik Pierce. Ell vi Is Esq" 10 eih
A. Homan Esq Mi 81. Ga'laghtr. { apt. C.. b.
Morton c X. Partridge, E'q, Z. II b iok Esq.
TICKETS Adm!tlii Gent and Lady 10 Concert
and dance 81 90
Sint le tickets t. Concert, 81 a., d ~ cts.
G. 'Oh ats in the body of the hall will be fur
uistcd to all no ding Dauce iokets Doors open
al clock, Concert comm, n es ut o'clock.
L cktts for sale AT East "a Express Office.
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VIRGINIA.
LegiSlatIVe.

RICHMOND. March 5. The assembly passed
bill reducing salaries materially, and abolishing
several useless officers, saving nearly 500 900
per annum. There is no doubt of the governors
so
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06
NEW HAMPSHIRE.
Fire.

PLYMOUTH, March 5. An ince ndary fire, early
this morning, destroyed Gully block Insured Tor
$4,000. The occupants, Mason & Weeks, gen
eial store. loss 5000; insured $500; Mrs. Os-
good millinery, loss 1920; insured for $500.
Murder. Trial.
DOVER, March D. The trial of John Q. Pink
ham, for murder Of Mrs. Berry, commenced to-
day Owing to the great Interest, the court sits
in City Hail. The forenoon was occupied in en-
pannelling jury.
Fire.
The buildings of John Hunter. with several
cattle and sheep were burned at Franconia, last
night. Loss $500.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06
MINNESOTA.
Impeachme nt.

ST. PAUL, March s. Articles of impeachment
having been presented in the house. The senate
to-day organized as a court Of impeachment for
the trial OF Judge Sherman Page Of the tenth
district, tor official misconduct.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06
Boston Stock List.

sales at the Brokers' Board
RnlTnN Na,s.h x lsTs
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

Ths was the watch worl last week in several
cities and towns in the State "March 4h, and
vote" Ard they did so, mostly with good re-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06
RHODE ISLAND.


PROVIDENCE, March 5. The State prohibitorv
convention met here to-day and nominated State
officers for re election by exclamation.
Committed.
In Tiveron, to-day, Jesse Salmcr was adiudged
probably guilty of committing rape upon Mrs
Martha Dyer, aged "A years, and was committed
for trial at the Supreme Court at Newport.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

Mrs. Elias Tyler of Windsor, who had an ova-
r.an tumor removed on the 18th OF last month,
died Friday morning, the 22d of the same month.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06
W ASHINGTON.
Naval Affairs.

WASHINGTON, March 5. The navy department
announces that it will receive sealed proposals I'M
I'll the ii inst for disinterring the bodies, sixty
or eighty in number, OF those who ptrished by the
wreck of the Huron, which are now temporarily
buried along the North Carolina coast, aud for
their tran. poria;ion to Annapolis, Md, AMI rein
,eiment at that place in the naval cemetery.
Personal.
Charles F. Nagle, PassedAss't Engineer, has
been ordered to the navy yard at Portsmouth, \.
LII
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

A member Ct the Pastiue club, Bangor, re-
Gently walked - miles inside Of five hours The
quickest time he made was the tenth r . IL MIN
MT
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

The editor OF the little paper published a few
miles below here omitted one Of his fine engrav
ngs last week to give place to some buresqung
poetry of his own, 10 relation to an exchange
near by, and, although the words were not origi
nal, IL really manifested considerable degree of
talent in arrangement Truly he sing with
one of his brother poets:
Whenever my minds disturbed It's then choose
10 look for comfort ia my avoring muse"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

The regular meeting Of the "Capital Guards
will be held in their armory this Wednesday
evening, at ID past o'clock. Notifications have
been sent to every member, and the men having
returned to the city from their work elsewhere,
will be expected 10 be present at these meetings.
Let all the members take an interest to be present
A South Paris correspondent sends Lewiston
paper the following "Notis" of Greenback meet
ing, written by prominent member Of the club
in that town:
NoTIsE :-Solon Chase w i'll Discus the Finan-
cia uestion at the grange Hall Wednesday Eve
ming Feb. 9th all May expect Cordial Welcom
Especially Ladys
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

The republicans of Ward will meet in eau
ems, a. the court housc-on Friday evening, Feb.
3, at 7.30 O'Clock, for the nomination of Ward
officers. PER ORDER.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

The Quarterly Convention Of the Reform Clubs
Of the State Of Maine will he held in this city to-
day and tomorrow. 1t is expected that every
ciub in the State will be represented. so that by
comI arison grand inspiration may be given to
the work of reform, the various representa-
tiyes of the clubs return to their several fields Of
labor. There will be good speaking by reformed
men, who will give their experience, and the
meeting will be full of interest to all who attend
Let these reformed men have kindly and COR
dial welcome to the hearts and homes of our PEG
pie, who are alive to every good word and work.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

clothing stolen from his line last fall. Not being
able to find the thief he gave up the clothing as
gone forever. Saturday he came out to the VII
age, and while the street noticed man saw
ing wood coming nearer and noticing more par.
ticularly the mans shut, lac promptly ordered
that il be removed and returned to the owner, be
sides other things. The command was obeyed.
Very often the guilty ilecth not, when no man
pursueth. Such Is life.
Rev. Mr.. Wadlin occupied the pulpit
of the North church last Sabbath. The present
pastor, Rev. ". {. lIcize has accepted call to
Reading, Mass.
1t has cost Pennington but 5000 t, keep its
tramps for 1876 aud 1871
Freeman Pearson, President of the Portland
Reform club and Superintendent Of the NJ. G..
A. of the same city, Addressed the citizens and
members of the Pennington Reform club at the
Baptist church Sunday evening
Supreme JndIciul Court.
The court comm, need is sessions Tuesday
morning at 1890 oclock in this city, Justice
Darioith presiding. Tie opening Irayer was
offered by Rev. Mr.. Iilden Of the First
Baptist church. Considerable time will
he occupied in arranging for the transfer of &C
tions to the Superior court which holds its first
session on the FIST Tuesday of April. Transfers
may be made on motion Of either rarty, if in the
opinion of the Judge more speedy determina-
tion Of the will be reached. The term must
necessarily be shorter than usual owing to sitting
of Superior court. The crm docket will ie-
quiIe a week at least, leaving less than three
weeks for the civil docket
The following are the names OF the traverse
jurors summoned to attend:
S. Wesley Carr, Vienna; S. l.. BoaIdmau, L.
b. Thorne, Alden w. Philbrook aud Joseph ii.
Wall, Augusta; David Dennis, A. S. Tease, Gar
diner Chas. X. Mathews, Chas +. Tobey, Water
vile; Henry l.. Garland, Winslow; Joseph NJ.
Robinson, Mt. Vernon; Carlos Hammond, SD
ney +. d Durham, Horace S. Priest Nassalboro;
John c. Tucker, Oh ina; Henry S. Smith, Mon
mouth VIM. Cain, Clinton; Chas. L. Fuller, j. NJ.
Paine, lallowcil; George Il. Pray, Albion; Nath-
anel Z. Weston, Manchester; Oramandal Smith,
Litchfeld; Andrew j. Libby, West Watervile;
IL. V. Nickerson, Readftld; Benz p. Briggs, Win
throp; George l.. Blair, James E. Jewett. Pitts
ton; Ezekiel Ware, West Gardiner.
Samuel l.. Boardman of Augusta. was chosen
foreman Of the first jury, and Oramsndel Smith
of Litchheld, foreman Of the second jury.
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SAttD.
Death.
LEWISTON.

SAco, March 5. Hon. Moses Lowell, ex mayor
and present collector Of Saco, died last night
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

To day the Augusta Branch will be crowded by
ladies in search of bargains, before they are all
zone.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06
WILTON.
Sudden Death,

FARMINGToS, March 5. j. F. W. Gould, a
highly respected citizen of Wilton dropped dead
this forenoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

All Of our readers should remember the grand
concert 10 be given next Friday evening, in Gran
tie Hall, by the Germania Rand of Boston, the
proceeds Of which entertainment will be used 10
AID the erection OF Soldiers Monument. This
band is widely known. a1d the excellent must
clans comprising il, have received deserved repu-
tation leaders in their profession. At the close
Of The CONCERT there will be grand dance.
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NEW HOitk.
Trial,

New YORK, March 5. 1t is stated that Cheney
is ordered 10 be dismissed from the postal serv-
ice.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

Ask your grocer for tue Improved Chinese Soap
and take no other
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

OswEGo, March 5. The greenback and demo-
cratic coalition elected Thomas Pear son mayor by
$50 ma ority, and five OF six Of the eight alder
men.
The grocnbackers at Elmira have elected Gran
Vile ID. Parsons MAYOR to dav, by a majority of
424 over Jackson richardson, the citizens candi
date. They also carried five Of the seven alder
men.
The republicans If Newburgh have elected Col.
Charles Ii. Weygant mayor by 81 majority.
In Auburn, Martin L. Valley, democrat, was
cleo ed mayor, having 2l9 majority over Orlando
Lewis, republican.
In Rochester, Parsons, republican, was re-
elected mayor over Fllon, DE- mocrat, by 100, and
over Roads, workingman, by 1900 The working
mems vote Is 1900 short of last fall
In Troy, the city elects democratic ticket
Eight out OF thirteen supervisors, eight out of
thirteen aldermen. The republicans and demo-
Gratis each elect two school comm lssioners. The
workngmen's ticket received about one thousand
votes.
Death.
Three prominent citizens of Chicago who have
been closely identified with her projects and dc
velopment died to-day, Major +. milford, vii
liam GoodiDg and Capt j. W. futile. The latter
died this evening in New York, where he had
gone to attempt cure of long standing phi, steal
depression.
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Fire,

SPRINGFIELD, March 5. Conner Brothers two
story brick mill at Holy oke, for making shoddy
hocks, was burned out for the third time this
morning. The roof and machinery are ruined.
Loss Sl2 900; well insured
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NoraI ann state Mems.

Bra,s-ned pocket, " IL be the fashion, now the
silver bin has passed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-03-06

The G.rmania Band will give a concert 10 Hall
Dwell saturday evening
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Funeral.

CLEVELAND, March ). The fu Ut raj of tie late
Ex-senator Wade. at Jefferson. to-day. was large
ly attended. The exercises at his late residence
consisted of readings from the scriptures and
brief addresses by Rev, DR.. ID ckinsor, pastor of
the Congregational church OF the village, and a
short prayer by Rev. c. l.. Shpman OF the Giraid
Pa, Unitarian. Resolutions of respect were
adopted by the OHIO legislature. which we're read
address delivered by Hon. 5. A. Noithwsy, on
behalf of the bar of Ashtabula Co.
The remains were then removed to the village
cemetery for interment The pail bearers were
Hon. o. ii. Fitch and Henry Fossett of Ashtabu-
la Hon, Abner Kellogg and n. Z. French Of JEFF.
fersop; Judges Ramney, Tilden and Caldwell of
Cleveland. ard Hon. Il. Chandler of Michigan.
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Murder Trial.
Fire.
tER MONT.


BURLINGTON, March 5. j, d. Hatch is re-
elected mayor by 1896 majority. The boad OF
aldermen remains the same last year. The
democrats elect city judge by 80 majority.
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Thurnnan's Bill.

bill introduced in the Senate by Mr.. Thur
man, provides that 1t is unlawful for any Senator
or Representative in, or delegate to Congress. to
cuted TO the United States, to any officer there
of, OF in any bond heresf ,r executed by any con-
tractor with the United States, or with any de-
partment or officer thereof to secure the perform
auce Of any contract in which the United States
may be interested, and any such bond hereafter
executed by such Senator CT Reyrese alive, or
delegate, as security, shall be null aud void.
Decision.
POSTMASTER General Key has decided that men,
bers of Congress can become suleties for contrac-
tons for carrying the mails.
Another decision is that the wifi OF contractor
with sufficient properly in her own n. ut, can be
valid security for her husband.
Key also decided teat certain bidders who are
not actual owners OF steamboats,, cannot be award
ed contracts for steamboat mail service. la the
latter case motion for a review of the decision is
to be argued.