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The Portland daily press., 1878-02-28

Last year the laws of Maine were amended
SO as to prohibit distilleries and breweries, so
that the census taken to-day would show not
single brewer or dstiller in this state.
la conclusion Gov. Dingley warned the
friends OF temperance against relying too much
on law and of making extravaganza claims in
regard to the results Of total abstinence pledges
or prohibition.
AT the close of Mr.. Dingley's very interesting
remarks the quartette sang.
Mr.. J. N. Stearns of New York made few
remarks upon the importance that Maine
should take no backward step in this matter of
prohibition.
The quartette then sang the "Good time
coming
Rev. D. W. Iacaeur of Haliowell was the
next speaker. He took strong ground against
the rum-seller and advised law for him because
here is nothing else that will reach him. He
thought if the rum shops in Boston could be
closed there would be but little rum sold in
Maine. His remarks were given in very an
mated manner and were equally as we'll re-
ceived
Remarks of very interesting nature were
also made by Rev. Mr.. Jones of Brunswick,
Rev. Dr. Miner of Boston and j. K. Osgood of
Gardiner
The Portland daily press., 1878-02-28

turns from large number of towns, states
that the previous year, when the state had
only two,thirds of its present population, there
were lO,OO0 persons lone out of every 40 of the
popuiatlon) accustomed to get beastly drunk
anu mat 300 of them were women; that there
were 2OO equivalent to 300 with present popu-
ialion) deaths in single year, from delrium
lent TO ZOO now brought into this CONDITION
by drinking; that there were 300 convicts
equivalent to $50 for present population, in
the state prison and jails; aud that a large pro-
portion OF the homes even in the rural parts of
the state were going to ruiz in cOnseq aence of
the intemperance of the owners
Now the most careful investigators are conf
dent that not one out of three hundred of the
population is a drunkard; that the annual
deaths now from delirium tremens are not
nifty That the number Of drunken paupeIs and
convicts 10 prisons and jai's, aside from those
incarcefated for selling liquor, is reduced, not
Wltnstand:ng the increase of criminal tramps
curing the past few years, and notwithstand-
log so large proportion of our present crmi-
nslS and paupers come from foreigners, of
whom we had comparatively meme, forty years
ago. The increased thriftipess of the people
is very apparent in the appearance of the dwell
ings.
Inc great improvement in the drinking
habits OF the people, is also abundantly shown
by the noticeable reduction of Indications of
incompetence at all large gatherings of our
population.
A comparison of the state of Maine with an.
other state OF similar population New JerseyL
which has pursued the policy of license, with
all that this policy implies, is strikinglv sug-
gestive. | take from the census of 1870 the
following figures OF occupations connected with
fh0 1nuor frof
The Portland daily press., 1878-02-28

From the report of Marshal Bridges we take
the following statistics of the work done by
this department the past year:
,r,,nbey of Arrests and for achut Offences.
The Portland daily press., 1878-02-28
POWDER MAGAZINE


VIM. FL. Bigelow, keeper of the powder mag
azine, reports that there were on hand Dec. 81,
1877, 293 kegs of powder; Jan. 1, 1877, he had
on hand 314 kegs; received during the year
1147 kegs, delvsrd 1859 kegs, receiving as fees
S1159O
The Portland daily press., 1878-02-28
From Rev. e. N. sawteIIe. ID. D., Brook
lyn.

From Rev. Il. N. sawteIlc, ID. D., Brook
lynn.
More than two years ago 1 purchased one of
your Reactionary Lifters for our youngest
daughter, who had been in feeble health for
years. That daughter is restored to health and
wherever she goes the Lift Machine is her
companion. My family as we'll as myself have
strong faith in it as a restorative power.
Health Lift rooms 237 Middle street, Port
land. feb23tf
How is that 81. I. Nelson & Co. can offer
such nice Hamburgs.at 5, 10, 10, 20 and 30
cents. Call and they will tell you.
81. L. NELSON & Co.,
443 Congress street,
feb272s Harrington Block.
IF you want q good all wool Five Dollar
Pant for Three, go to the Manufacturers, 1914
Middle street, Grin Hawkes. s. Co., under the
st. Julian Hotel. fb26d3t&w2w.
elites golden threads in endless circles
wind" within the bark of SLIPPERY ELM.
LOZENGES made from it are excellent for
| Coughs For sale by all druggists.
CAswELL & Co.,
| Corner of Washington and Winter streets
Boston.
The Portland daily press., 1878-02-28

From SEQ N to $50 p m, Sundays excepted.
Sundays open for Carriers and General Delivery
from Q to 10 a m.
PORTLAND ME-. Dec. 20, 1877,
The Portland daily press., 1878-02-28

by motion to strike out the word beverage"
in the pledge and TINS prohibit the use of liquor
as a medicine. The object of the society was
also questioned. One gentleman thought that
unless the society was to do something more
than other societies were doing, it was useless
to organize Messrs. Osgood and Hall defend
ed the association and thought it could be made
the means Of good.
1t was finally agreed that wine and cider
should be made part of the pledge, but on the
question of striking out the word beverage the
matter was not so easily settled. Mr.. Osgood
| said that there were many good temperance
/ workers in the otate who would object to CO.
| operate with the association if they took sach
action. Mr. Cothell of Calais took the same
| ground Several others spoke ia opposition to
the liquor agencies. DR.. Adams, who an
nounced his residence as the little town of New
field, made quite sensation by spirited
speech in which be said that he had practiced
medicine for nearly fifty years, and for the las
thirty five years had not prescribed liquor.
Gen Hall appealed to Mr.. Mdrch to withdraw
his resolution striking out the word beverage
and it was agreed to. The constitution then
passed.
/ DoV. NIL Eu0u Vi JIG SOuultL6o on 6ISCtlO0
of officers reported the following list of officers
which was elected:
President-Hon. Nelson Dingley, Jr Lewis
| ton.
Vice Presidents-Hon. Selden Conner, Au
| gnsta Hop. Apson P Morrill,, Rsadfield; Hon
Abner Coburn, Sknwhegan; Hon. Sidney Per
ham, Paris; Hon. Lot M. Morrill,, Augusta
Hon. WV Thomas, Portland; Gen. Neal Dow
Portland; Hon. N. 3. Mutt, Eastport; Hon. 7
B. Simonton, Camden; Hon. j. S. Wheel
SecretaryeF. G. Rich, Portland.
Treasurer-Wm. E Gould, Deering.
Directors-Nelson Dingley, Jr., President
land; w. f. Eaton, Knightsville; o. B. Chad
bourne, Saco; j. B. Fillebrown, Portland; j
B. Coyle, Deering; M. G. Palmer, Portland
VIM. E. Could Dserng
Executive Committee - Androscoggin. j
w. Perkins, Lewiston.
Aroostook = Daniel Stickney, Fort Fair
, | field
Camberland-T. G. Hersey, portland.
Franklin-Charles Munger, Pennington.
Hahcock-M. Drinkwater, Ellsworth.
Kennebec j. K. Osgood, Gardiner.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1878-01-16
Legislative Summary.

WEDNESDAY. Jan. 9.-Senate. The
state senate met ut II o'clock, noon
and was called to order by Lieut.. Gov
Bingham. The newly elected senators
were sworn in, the roll called and
all senators answered to their names.
The senate then elected Hon. A. J. Tur-
ner of Portage, chief clerk, and Mr..
L. j. Rayton, sergeant Mt arms. Sena-
tor l.. w. Barden was elected president
pro tenn. The following resolution was
adopted:
Rssoired That the standing committees of the
senate will be as follows:
Judiciary N Wing. A. a. Arnold, d. b.
Bailey. L. r. Tudd Joseph Rankin.
state Aflairs-O G. Hathaway, ~. T. Price, VI.
Anderson.
Finance, Banks and Insurance j. b. Treat.
Railroads DTho.. scott, II. S. Sackett Isaac
Van Schack, b. .. Reynolds O. L. Hathaway
George II: Paul Joseph Rank N, W. W. Reed,
Educa,ion-G. b. Burrows, A. D. Andrews,
Geo. II. Paul.
Manufacture and Commerce-G. W. Swain, A.
A. Lopez, Geo A. Albert.
incorporations-W.T L. Pri c, Thos. Scott, Geo.
NJ. Richmend.
Town nd County Affairs-R. d. Torrey. A.
Campbell, IL, Z. Mumbrue.
tublic LandS-A A Lopez, George Grimmer,
Chas. ii. vi liamS
Military Affuirs-lsaac Van Schack, rayid K
Wclch. Geo Nj. Richmond.
Privileges and Electons-D. II. Bailey, Il. ID.
Tor.ey, Philip Schneider.
Legislative Expenditures Campbell, II,
Richards on. Phi! in Schneider
Federal Relations - II. 5 Sackett, I. A. Bones,
John A. Rice.
Roads aud Bridges Geo. Grimmer, L. W Par
den, Louis OH
Agriculture A. a. Arnold, l.. W Barden Louis
Wolf
Eugrcssed Bills-B o, Reynolds, Il. D. Torrey,
NJ Anderson.
Enrolled Bills-A u. Andrews, G. W Swain
Geo a alert.
The following senators will represent
the senate on the joint committees:
Claims--D. f. welch, j. b. Treat, II. c. Num-
brue
,haritabe and fenal Institu;ions--H. Rich
ardson A. A. arnold w Reed.
Printng-T. a Bones, W I. Price, George II
Paul.
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 9.-ASSembiu-The
assembly met n. noon; the roll was
called and ali erS-lOO-anSwered
to their names. The oath was admin
iStered to the members in body. BY
union of the greenbackers and demo-
Gratis Hon. \. Il. BarrowS, greenbacker
of Chippewa Falls, was chosen speaker
Mr.. J. Il. Hunter, of Rock county, was
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1878-01-16
Grant Interviews Vesuvius.

Grant Ito Vesuvius)-Do you object
to smoking? Vesuvius-Oh, no; not
at all. Smoke away. l like it. I'm
an incorrigible smoker myself Puff?
Grant-Smoking ever make you sick?
Vesuvius-Yes. l throw up good
deal, and am troubled with chronic
eruptions. Grant-Ever make you
nervous? Vesuvius-M Makes me shaky
sometimes. Grant-Folks complain
about you smoking any? Vesuvius-
Yes. but it makes no difference to me.
can't live without smoking. l smoke
away just as long as please. Grant
So do l. Think it is a bad habits? We
suvius-No. am as old as the hills,
and I've smoked ever since L can recol-
lect. Grant-So have l; only my folks
complain because my tobacco scents
the rooms. Vesuvius-Egad 1 scent
all Naples sometimes and the surround
ing country. Grant-Got match
about you? Vesuvius-No matches,
general; plenty of sulphur, though.
Pm in the gunpowder line, general,
like yourself GRANTEES. Why, l
fought it out on that-humph I've
heard that before. Good morning
NeaU York Graphic.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1878-01-16
Governor Smiths Inauguration.

On Monday the tn inst Hon. VIM.
f. Smith was inaugurated governor ut
Madison with more than the usual dis
play. A special train arrived at Madi-
son at noon from Milwaukee with the
gubernatorial party escorted by u large
number of prominent citizens of the
state. At Madison the party was met
by the following military companies and
escorted to the capital Sheridan Guard
of Milwaukee; Bay CityLight Guard,
Of Green Bay; Evergreen City Guard
of Sheboygan; Light Guard, of Maus-
ton, and the Governors Guards of
Madison.
At the assembly chamber the new
governor delivered the following
INAUGURAL ADDRESS.
FELLOW CIrIZENS:-Profoundly i'm
pressed with deep sense of the grave
responsibilities just assumed, | cannot
in Justice to myself, retire to the exccu.
tive office without attempting at least
to convey to YOU on behalf OF those who
are to be associated with lac in the adj
miniStration of state affairs. no less
than for myself, some expression OF the
gratitude we feel for this exhibition OF
your congratulations and good wishes,
following and confirming, rs it does.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1878-01-16
Denial by Secretary Schurx.

The editorial article in recent issue
of the st. Louis ]Veaiche Post on the
political situation was not written or
inspired by Secretary Schurz, as has
been enormously assumed by many
newspapers that have reproduced it.
Secretary Schurz had no knowledge of
the article in question until his atten-
ton was called to it in Chicago paper,
which reproduced it under flaming
headlines, and ascribed to him its au-
thorship. He thinks it may be natura!
to associate him with the editorial
page of the IVealiche Post, because OF
his proprietary interest in that journal,
and upon the same principle he may
be associated with the editorial page OF
a Detroit paper, in which he is also
stakeholder, and whose columns fire.
quently contain severe and unfriendly
criticisms of the secretary. Without
saying anything as to the correctness OF
the views presented in the WestAche foa
article, the secretary denies its author
ship.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1878-01-16

chosen chief clerk and Anton Klaus, Of
Green Bay, was chosen sergeant-at.
arms.
THURSDAY, Jan. 1O.--Se,ote- The only
matter of general interest was the in
PRODUCTION by Sen. Price Of the follow
ing resolution:
Resolted by the Senate the Assembly con-
curing, That the complete restoration
OF the provisions Of the coinage act as it
existed prior to February IL, 1873,
whereby the silver dollar may again be
coined and be made full and unre-
stricted legal tender, as it had existed
from the formation of the government
down 70 that time, with detriment to no
one, but of manifest advantage to the
people, is imperatively demanded by
every consideration Of public policy;
our senators i'll congress are hereby in
structed and our representatives in con-
gress are requested to support legisla-
ton for such restoration of the law.
Resolved, That all Indebtedness, pub
lie or private, which by the terms of the
contract under which it was incurred is
payable in coin, is payable either in
gold or silver coin, as may be elected
and we deny that where the word coin
is used in contracts it means gold to the
exclusion of silver. The secretary of
the treasury, Hon. John Sherman, has
well said: Written contracts must be
held to express the intentions of the
parties at the. time Of contracting, and
their plain and reasonable construction
cannot be diminished or enlarged by
verbal testimony in explanation Of such
intention, neither can an implied prom
ise exist with reference to any subject
matter that is embraced in an express
agreement"
Resolved. That we repel all imputa-
tons of dishonesty on the part of the
people, by whomsoever made, in de-
manding that creditors as well as debt
Ors be held to the exact terms and con-
ditions of all contracts entered into be-
tween them.
Resolved, That nation can reach no
higher pinnacle in maintaining it's hon
or than when it does precisely as it
agrees.
Resolved, That the secretary of state
be directed to transmit copies of these
resolutions to each of our senators and
representatives in congress. Laid
over.
THURSDAY, Jan. 10-AssemblytAfter
little preliminary work the assembly
took recess until IL NJ, when the two
houses met in joint convention, and the
governor delivered his annual message,
after which both houses adjourned.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1878-01-16


that expression of confidence which
called US from among you to these hon.
Orable positions.
For myself and for my colleagues, l
thank you, most heartily thank you;
and beg to assure you that this hour
and its lessons shall remain monitor
forever, reminding us OF your profound
solicituCe, that in the discharge of our
official duties, we may faithfully reflect
the integrity, the wisdom, and the pat
riotism Of the people, whose servants
and representatives we are.
1t would be manifestly improper for
me to detain you with extended re-
marks at this. time, particularly as
shall be called upon in very few days
to communicate to the legislature my
views in regard to public affairs; but
you will bear with me, l trust, if l
avail myself Of this oL portunity to ex-
tend to my distinguished predecessor
the thanks of the state of Wisconsin for
the efficient and economical methods
which have characterized his admins
tration, and to congratulate him that
in returning to private life he carries
with him the largest measure of public
confidence.
| desire to say further that not only
from public report but from personal
acquaintance, l take great pleasure in
bearing testimony to the urbanity, the
fidelity and integrity which have char
acterized the administration of the sew
eral departments during the incum-
bency of the gentlemen who are to-day
relieved from official duties.
Again, thank you, one and all, and
especially these citizen soldiers whose
presence contributes so much to the
completeness of these ceremonies; and
| bespeak for myself and my associates
the charitable and tolerant judgment of
our fellow-citizens, and invoke the
Divine guidance in the performance of
our official duties.
At the conclusion of the address the
usual oath was administered to the
new state officers and they were induct-
ed into their respective offices by the
retiring officials.
THE RECEPTION.
The reception in the evening rendered
to the incoming state officers in the cap
itol was largely attended by the promi-
nent citizens Of the state and the public
generally. The senate chamber had
been beautifully decorated, and in the
eastern end thereof the state officers
and their wives, assisted by Mr.. Ira B.
Smith and his charming bride received
their friends. The arrangements were
very complete and this feature of the
inaugural ceremonies was Of great in
terest and benefit.
THE DANCE
commenced early in the evening in the
assembly chamber, which had also been
tastefully decorated and canvased.
In this chamber, Severance &
Williams celebrated quadrille band Of
Milwaukee,, discoursed sweet music
the evening. Dancing COM
menced in the senate chamber imme-
diately upon the close of the reception,
Bach's quadrile band of Milwaukee,
furnishing the music The exercise
last evening were exceedingly enjoyable
as was manifested by the large numbers
who awaited themselves of the terp-
sichorean facilities. The programme
was excellently selected and was long
enough to afford the most ardent lover
Of tripping " the light fantastic ample
to crafty his taste.
Legislative Summary.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1878-01-16

THE whole number of any person
ancestors for fifty generations amounts
to 2,362,749,O14.214, 046, and it seems as
though some of US ought to inherit
more wealth than we do.-Worresf9
Press.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1878-01-16

These sums make total of nearly
S4,5OO,00O. Chairman Cook, of the
public buildings and grounds commit
tee of the house, remarked today that
the above did not probably represent
one-half of the wants for new govern
ment buildings. He said that a num-
Der of members of congress made
known TO him before the recess their
intention introducing bills providing
for the erection of new buildings, but
at his suggestion they postponed doing
so for the time, because he did not see
the necessity of crowding the committee
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1878-01-16
EXECUTIVE OFFICE.

Governor-Wm. +. Smith. Milwaukee.
Lt.-GovernCr--J. Il. lngham Chippewa Falls.
Private Sccretary-Geo " Barchard' ri. At
kinson 80
Executive Clerk ia L. flncAer Cottage Grove.
The governors official staff has been
appointed, as follows:
Adjutant Gencral-Ed. +. rryant, with rank of
Brigad,er General.
Quartcrmas:er General--Geo. f. Bryant, with
rank OF Major General.
surgeon General-Dr. +. b. Wolcott, with rank
of Brgadier General.
Military Secretary ann Side-de-Camp Geo. W
Burchard. with rank OF colonel.
Aidede-C amp-Forim j. kies, with rank of
Colonel.
Aide de Camp-J. A Wa,rous, with rank of
Colonel.
Aide-de-C amp-L. B Sale, with rank ofCoonel
Aidede. Camp-John Z. Higgins, with rank of
Colonel.
Aide de Camp-David ". Curtis, with rank of
Colonel.
Aidedc- Camp George T'ounar. with rank of
Colonel.
Colonel.
Aide de Camp--B. F. Bryant, with rank of
Colonel.
STATE DEPARTMENT.
Secretary of State--Hrns b. arner, Ellsworth
Assistant Sccretary--Frank ii. Putney. Wau-
kesha.
Printing Clerk Edwin II. Weoer. Menominee
Insurance Clerk. Il. Keyes, Watertown.
Assistant Insurance Clerk-B. w. Suckow.
ook-kecper-D. II. Tullis, Madison.
Book keeper I rust Fund-Lars Harstad, Eau
Claire.
Recording Clerk and Proof Reader-M. B. Kim
bail, Ellsworth.
Recorder of Marriages. Births and Deaths
Mrs. Fannie NJ. Villas, Madison.
TREASURY DEPARTMENT.
State Treasurer-Richard Guenther, Oshkosh
Assistant Treasurer--Robert McUurdy, Osh
kosh.
ook-keeper -Adolph Menges, Madison.
Correspondent-Wm ID. carr, Waupaca.
Deposit Cleik-Charles Wedelstedt, Milwau-
kee.
Messenger-llenry Schuette.
LAND OFFICE.
Chief Clerks. IL. Waggoner, Richland Cen
ter.
Assistant Clerk-E. 8. Mcbride, Madison.
Cleiks-W. H. Bennett, Mineral Point: c. NJ.
Foresman, Madison; Peter Fagg, Milwaukee; f.
j. Mol, Oshkosh: II. b. Pouse
Messenger w. ". Jones.
ATTORNEY GENERALS OFFICE.
Attorney Observation-Disclosures Wilson, Mineral
Point.
Assistant Attorney Gcneral-H. b. Chynoweth,
Madison.
Mcssenger-Andrew Daubncr.
PUBLIC INSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT.
Superintendent of Public lnstruction-~. C.
Whitiord ilton.
son.
Clerk and Messenger-W. Z. Clarke. Milton.
PUBLIC PROPERTY OFFICE.
Superintendent of Public Property--Andrew
Sexton, Madison.
Assistant Superintendent Robert Montivth,
Madison
Messenger Vim j. Jones Madison.
RAILROAD COMMISSIONER OFFICE.
Railroad CommiSsioner-Dana c. Lamb, Fond
du Lac.
Clerk IL. Foster, Winnebago county.
TREASURY AGENCY.
Treasury Agent-uenry kleinpell, Sank City.
MILITARY DEPARTMENT.
Adutatt Gcneral-Ed. +. Bryant. Madison.
Quartermaster General--Geo. T.. Bryant. Madi-
son.
Adjutant Generals Clerk--E. J. Lindemann,
NauitOwoc.
In New England the bold, bad men
gave their mothers-in-laW non-eynlO-
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1878-01-16
SOME PUBLIC BUILDINGS.

Press kilograms from the federal cap
ital of the Sth inst, state that various
cities and towns are making efforts to
secure appropriations for erecting pub
lie buildings. The following is list of
places for which appropriations to the
amount indicated opposite each name
have been already asked during the
present session:
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1878-01-16
STATE AFFAIRS.
List Of Appointments Made by the New
State Officials.

The following are the appointments
in each of the several state depart
ments as they stand at present:
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1878-01-16

In New England the bold, bad men
gave their mothers-in-law non-explo-
>ive' kerosene oil lamps for holiday
presents.
The weekly Union times. [volume] (Union C.H., South Carolina) 1871-1894, 1878-08-16

PICKLEs.-Take cucumbors (medium
size, wipe clean, and place evenly in bar
rel or keg. When the kog is full place
clean cloth over the top; next place board
or stone for press; take four quarts of salt
boil in pot of water till all the salt dis,
solves when cool add two pals moro water
and turn over the keg the brine should be
strong aud coverthe pickles we'll; when
needed put pickles in jar of fresh water for
two or three days, changing water often
then put in vinegar This way have al
ways found good, and but little work. Re-
c'pc for making sweet pickles: After eat
Ing waternelons, take the rind, aud with
sharp knife pare off the outside green and
all the heart; cut the white firm part into
strips two inches long; make syrup by
putting one quart vinegar and one pound
sugar on the stove to boil; two ounces.
cloves tied in cloth, aud half an ounce
allspice (ground); add with quart of water;
when well boiled skim, aud place your rind
in the syrup; let boil till each piece looks
clear and is tender skim out into jar and
add more rind when done set away to cool,
and in two or three days would like to
come and help you cat them Ohio Far