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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
w WASHINGTON.
Committee DOinys.

WASHINGTON, April 4. The House committee
on elections to-day discussed the Oregon contest
ed election case of Mcdowell against Williams.
The sub committee to whom was referred the
Missss ppi contested case of Lynch against Chal-
mers, reported unanimously that the evidence sub
mitted was insufficient to give the contestant the
seat.
The full committee adopted the report of the
sub committee, and decided it was now too late to
take additional evidence IN the case, and there
fore it was finally disposed of.
Monday, the 9th inst, was fixed for hearing ar
gument IN the So. Carolina contested case, O'Con-
nor against Cain. The object of the contes slant in
the case i. to secure new election, prov iding the
election is fraudulent
Harris, Turney and Thornbury were appointed
subcommittee to consider the Alabama contest
ed case OF HARRISON against Shelley.
The House committee on military affairs to-day
agreed to report favorably on Mr.. Bsnning's bill
providing for the reorganization of the army.
Mr.. Bragg's bill, fixing the pay Of the army, and
Mr.. Dibbrelrs bill, proposing increase in the
pay of certain non-comm ISIS Toned officers.
The outlines OF these bills were heretofore pub.
lished.
The New Silver.
The silver dollars of the new coinage are ex.
changed at the treasury in very small amounts
The daily exchange does not average a hundred
dollars.
DENIAL
The intimate personal friends of Ex-Copgress
man Vance positively state that there is no truth
Whatever In the report that he eloped with the
wife of a music teacher in Ohio. A denial so fal
as the lady is concerned, is based upon their per
sonal know ledge Of her recent movements.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
FROM AFRICA.
Benefits OF Stanley's Explorations.

WASHINGTON, April A. The commercial agent
at Gaboon, reports the knowledge of Congo or
Livingstone river derived from Stsnley's discov-
cries is already bearing practical fruit.
Missionaries have followed the river IS far as
the first Of the rapids, and about to es-
tablish q missionary station at that point.
There are reports that modified form of the
slave traffic exists between that region and the
Portuguese islands of St. Thomas and Princess
through the former agents of the slave trade be-
tween Gaboon and ST. Paul de Loanda.
A British gunbost recently captured n brig with
over enc hundred men and women and children
on board. in a miserable condition, who had beer
captured and shipped near St. Paul AS "free labor
ers." The spirit of the slave trade still exists
and if no, carefully watched it will find means to
revive and increase.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
CONDENSED TELEGRAMS.

Last night the safe of the treasurer of the east
ern branch in Atlanta, Ga, was broken open and
six thousand dollars taken. and also two thousand
dollars in notes and mortgages.
The residence of ]. j. Wonegardner, farmer
in Ru,hvile, Field county, Ohio was robbed by
burg lars. Tuesday night, of eight thousand dol
lars IA Casrsaey. .-..
Christ ,pher's planning mill and yard at Irgei soil
Ont, ar burned; loss $500
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

Oren Kane was before the court yesterday for
threatening the life of Albert Daniels He plead
not guilty and was put on probation by promising
not to do so again.
George Ftz and Peter McGsrry plead guilty of
drunkenness, and being unable to pay fine and
cost were committed.
Michael Cuddy said he was not drunk, when
asked TO plead to like charge. The officer said
he was drunk, and the court thought so, and he
was committed for not paying fine and cost.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
The Morning Stars.

An exchange says; Early risers will see su-
perb sight in the eastern sky about an hour be-
fore sunrise. for Venus and Jupiter are brilliant
objects as co-herslds of the dawn. Venus rises
at o'clock and as she has just passed what is
called cher period of greatest bril!iancy," she is
lovely to behold. Jupiter rises about 8 o'clock,
is increasing in brightness as he draws nearer to
his opposition with the sun in July. and shines
with lustre only second to that of his queenly
rival. 1t is an ennobling enjoyment on one of
these fair spring mornings to rise with the lark.
watch the glowing stars as the morning light is
breaking, listen to the songs of the birds, and
feel the influence that is waking the vegetable
world to new life.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
THE DOOR KEEPER.
Candidates for the Position Made Va.
cant by Turning Out Polk.

WASHINGTON, April 4. Messrs. Goodale of
Illinois, Patterson of New Jersey, (former door
keeper McCsy of Maryland. Field of Virginia,
Philip Pendleton Of West Virginia, and Walter
H. French of Massachusetts,, are mentioned in
connection with the doorkeepershp of the house,
nomination for which will be made to. morrow sf-
ternoon by the democrats in caucus.
The last named gentleman was formerly tally
clerk of the present house. and his friends present
mis- name the ground that the States east Of the
Allegheny mountains have no officer Of the house
though they cast nearly Z million votes for the
democratic ticket in the last presidential election,
and gave fifty electoral votes to Tilden and Hend-
rcks
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
FINANCIAL MATTERS.
" hat Secretary Sherman Says of Re.
sumption.

WASHINGTON, april T. The conference between
Secretary Sherman and the House committee on
coinage, in regard to the preparations for resump-
ton and ability of the Treasury to maintain re-
SUMPTION, was resumed this ming and lasted
three hours.
weaken his faith IN the power of the treasury to
carry out the resumption law, aud re-asserted his
convict IN both Of his ability to do so and of the
good policy Of the act.
Another account says the conversation opened
with a comparison between the ability OF the gov
eminent to resume and maintain specie paymen' s.
and that of the Bank Of England, the Secretary
insisting upon it that the government was 10 equ-
ally good if not better condition than the Bauk
of England
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
Real Estate For Sale.

,CHE UNDERSIGNED OFFERS FOR SALE:
street in Halowell
A small house, lot and garden in Chelsea oppo-
site lIallowel Village.
susl honse and lot in Farmiu gdale, near the
road to LitchHeld.
A farm and buildings in Vassaborough called
the Frank Doe place on the river road south of
tetchePs Corner. coed grass farm. Barn
good. House rather Old.
valuable farm in Fayette, near Fayette Mills.
Has good buildings,a maple orchard, cedar
swamp, Tine land for cultivation. favorably stuat-
ed. Would sell Tor 5000 il near the Kennebec
river, but W Il be sold at a bargain Apply to
ii. X. BAKER.
Ilallowell, April 3 1879. apis &wtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
MEETING OF THE REPUBLICAN
NATIONAL COMMITTEE.
Preparing for the Fall CampaIga.

WASHINGTON, April 4. A private meeting of
the republican national committee and the old
congi essional committee, was held here to. night
John A. Logan presided.
There were present, z. Chandler of Michigan,
E. Hale OF Maine, q. &. Gorham of California, j.
A. Hubbell of Michigan, w. A. Phillips of Kan
sas, Page of California, Watt of Connecticut,
Sinnickson of New Jersey, Strait of Minnesota,
W. L. Chandler of New Hampshire, Charles Fos-
ter Of Ohio, Dorsey of Arkansas, West of Louis
lana, and Others.
The object OF the meeting to consult in
formally about the organization Of a party for the
approaching fall campaigns.
Ii was decided to ask the republicans in con-
gress to recognize the congressional committee
and make arrangements for earnest fight to
carry the next congress.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
Fight.
Seizure,
Church Matters.

There was large seizure of smuggled cigars
and cigarettes on a Havana steamer, last eve
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

PERSONAL.
Although the venerable Rev. William A. Drew
Of th. city, is in feeble health and undoubtedly
failing, he yet has the strength to write commun-
icatons for the Banner.
Rev. J. o. Skinner, of Waterville, still lies in
the same unconscious condition. Neither hi.
physician nor friends entertain any hope OF his
covery. There is no appearance of much suffering
After Spending the winter in Portland the fam
ily of Gov. Morrill, have returned to their home in
this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

Spring fash ions-for the ladies only: Let your
earrings be attention, encircled by the pearls of re-
hnement; the diamonds ofyour necklace be truth
and the chain of chr stian ity your bosom pin be
charity, orsamented with pearls of geneness /;
your finger rings be affection set with the dia-
nonds of industry your girdie be simplicity, with
the tassel of good humor; let your thicker garb be
virtue, and your drapery polteness let your shoe.
be wisdom, secured by the buckles of perserver-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

1t would do ones soul good to visit the home of
Mrs. Charles Lothrop, on Sewall ST., and examine
the beautiful plants and flowers. which that lady
cultivates with such wonderful success. They are
Just now laden with blossoms of various shades
of coloring, of rare perfume, the most of which
will 20 to comfort some sad heart in the gloom of
q sick room, where Mrs. Lothrop's loving minis
tries are so often bestowed. Without attempting
to speak, we may mention the fact, that in one pot
there are five Gala lilies in bloom.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
The Cenlaur Liniments are the

greatest remedies ever discovered for all flesh,
bone, and muscle sllments-Bites, Bruises, Swell.
inks, Burma, Hheu matism, Stiu Joints, etc. WHAT
The Waite Liuiwont does for the human family,
the Yellow Liniment does for horses and as.
mails. They are cheap, they are convenient, and
they are certain In their effects,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
Strike.
RHODE ISLAND.
Election.

PROVIDENCE. April 4. Complete returns Of
Yesterdays State election give Gov: Van Zandt,
rep, ll,436; Lawrence, dem, 1881; Foster
greenback, 5S3; scattering, 81.
The Senate stands 26 republicans, democrats,
and no choice.
The House stands Sc republicans l6 demo.
Gratis, and no choice.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
SITTING BULL.
He is already to Raid Over American
Territory.

OTTAWA April 4. Lieutenant Colonel Smith,
deputy adjutant general of Manitoba, arrived
here today, and says there is no donbt that Sit
ting Bull has large number of Indians with him
and AS his ponies in proper condition,
is likely to swoop down on American territory
convenient to his whereabouts, for the purpose of
raiding and annoying the United States govern
ment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
Notice 10 Teachers.

A LII PERSONS intending to teach Spring or
n Summer scho Is in this city. excepting in
the Village DistricD are requested to report for
examination ut the Common Council Rooms at .
O'Clock P. NJ, on April 9th, or May 9TH, or May
18th.
apl5.t&wtd SAMUEL UPJOHN, Supervisor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

THINK OF 1T, that Cough or Cold neglect
ed, may lead to serious consequences In the
early stage of Throat and Lung diseases,
Madame Porier's Cough Balsam is an invaluable
remedy can be taken by the oldest person or
youngest child Is safe, reliable and agreeable
to the taste. Price % cents, aud in large bottles
at so and IS cents. mar28. 4w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
OHIO.
A Bad Record.

NEW YORK, April 4. A Columbus, Ohio, des-
patch states that it has been ascertained from the
official records. that member Of the State House
Of Representatives, John O'CoDnor. from the Sol
diers Home, is deserter, bounty jumper and a
burglar, and has served in the Michigan Peniten-
tisry for robDng man in q bar room.
Personal.
George Putney, who recently died at Coventry,
Ohio, was an old Eng lish soldier, and fought I'M
der Wellington, at Waterloo.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
NEW YORK..
NJ arine Disaster.


New YORK, April T. Ship Spartan of Boston,
ashore on East Fire Island. remains in the same
position. Her spars have been taken down with a
view of Tightening her, and if she can be got into
upright position before another gale, it is
thought she can be got of; otherwise she will
break up during the first heavy storm.
Fight.
Two merchants named Oelrichs and Robbins
had prize fight last night in private ROOM in
of the parties are well known, and heretofore re-
spectacle.
There was large seizure of smuggled cigar.
and cigarettes ON Havana steamer, last eve
ming.
Church Matters.
The troubles in Talmage's church are over, the
pastor being sustained by the church me N bers
and congregation.
Call for Aid.
Consul Sslgsz appeals to Americans for help for
sufferers by fire At Panama.
The Paris Exposition.
Paris letter states that the prospect for for
egners during the exhibition, is that of extortion-
ale prices for the most miserable accommod tions.
Spectators have secured about all the sleeping
rooms in the city. The prices of meats and vege-
tables have reached nearly prohbtory figures,
and families of small means already find 1t itfi-
cult to live These prices will be much higher at
all restaurants, when the exhibition opens.
Railroad Matters.
1t is stated Vanderbilt has about concluded ne
gotiations for the control of the Michigan Central
Railroad. II this is accomplished it will enable
him to command most of the freight from the
West.
Failure.
Messrs. Moses & Martin, cotton buyers, at
Visksburg, Tenn have failed. Liabilities, $780,
900; no assets.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

We judged the boy to be coming along well as
q canvasser. The little fellow, some nine or ten
years Of age, called at the front door and rang the
bell. He seemed to be a good clean
boy" and had pictsres for sale. "Want
to buy any pictersi" he inquired of the
young lady who answered the bell. None to day
thank you" "Ask your mother if she don't want
some" The young lady replied that she ddn't
think her mother did, when the boy turned away,
muttering as he went-"Go to h-.r' That boy
was born for a book agent.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
Freedom Notice.

NOTICE is HEREBY GIVEN that have gwen
~ my son, FRED MOSHER, the remainder OF
his time d-iring his minority shall claim none
of his earnings and will pay no bills of hi. con-
tracing after this date. l.. ID MDSHER.
Augusta, Mar. %. ISIS. aplb. tIMS v2
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

1t is no indication that a place is cumming
down" when grog shops and billiard saloons have
to suspend for want of support. This is the view
of the case taken by the Gardiner journal:
One of the most hopeful signs of the times ia, so
far as Gardiner is concerned that two of her four
billiard rooms have had to quit business. We do
not care how so many people spend their time and
money play ing billiards, who can afford to do so,
but we think it will not take a great many tables
to accommodate all of that class in Gardiner.
Every man who has a clerk that frequents billiard
or other saloons, bad better discharge him at once.
1t will be better for him and for the clerk"
The gushing Augusta correspondent ofthe Boston
Globe after the town meeting in China in this coun-
ty, sent this gushing dispatch to the Globe "China
redeemed itself from republican misrule March
25th, and made clean sweep of all the Offices"
A gentleman writing from China to the Lewiston
Journal, who knows what he Is writing about, de-
mics this, and says The outgoing board of Sc
lectmeI, think can say, was emnently satisfac-
tory to all parties, and we claim no delverance
from their misrule. The present board of town
officers 10 not democratic. One Seectmap, the
Moderator, Town Clerk, Treasurer, Supervisor of
Schools Collector and Constable sre republicans.
China is happy 10 having honest and upright men
Of both parties. in whom their fellow citizens have
abundant confidence.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
Feather Indications for To-day.

For New England aud the Middle States,
cloudy weather, with rain or snow, colder north.
east to northwest winds, and falling, followed by
stationary or rising barometer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

In spite of hannels, coughs and colds will make
lodgnent in the system. But they are not ten
ants at will You can dspossess them with Hale s
Honey of Horehound and Tar, in less time tn an
it takes sheriff to execute witt Sold by all
druggists.
Pixies Toothachc Dfor. cure in minute.
anlD = & I'm
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England.

cnurch the Rlsss. Empire.
England.
Sir Stafford Northcote in explaining the budget
in the House of Commons to- might, stated that the
revenue Tor 1878 had been $40 163 POS, and the
expenditures. rs SOB 49,. The surplus for the
past year WAS consequently Eo59,S03. OF the six
millions voted, three and a half millions have been
actually expended, and some further liabilities
we're incurred.
The surplus was thus converted into deficit of
81 GAO, 600. To meot this deficit and further La.
bibties, the governme Mt had applied ESQ 900 of
the SUI plus revenue, and issued exchequer bonds
for f2,750,0OO, running for year only. They
thus commenced the year with a temporary debt
Of ~, 10000.
The esi mated deficit for 1889 was fl $3.50, 900.
This does not include any provision for the re-
demption Of Treasury bonds, OF for further abili-
ties, f500, 900 Of which has been incurred Tor the
army, and 200 900 for the navy, which would
have to be met by supplementary estimates. They
further estimated the expense Of calling out the
reserves of f400 900, which 10 allowed for their
being under arms three months.
They estimated the expense which would have
to be incurred for new dock yards and extra Ia
Dor. at f4OO 900: thus raising the supplement
estimates TO IL 900 600. or Il, 500, 900. All of
these expenses combined showed q total deficit of
Is, 300 900, or $500. 900.
They proposed to meet, during the present year,
the deficit on ordinary expenditures, the supple
mentary estimates, some portion of the outstand-
ing DEBT, ana Tor the treasury bonds. For this
purpose they proposed to increase the income tax
to two pence the pound, which they estimsted
would produce f3, 100000 to increase the tobac-
co duty four pence per pound, which they estmat-
ed would produce f750,000; and to increase the
dog tax in = manner estimated to produce El00,-
600, but they proposed to make some allowance in
the assessment of the income tax for depreciation
in the value of machinery, and TO grant come ex-
emptions from the house tax in particular circum-
stances. These reductions would cause loss Of
fS0,000. Thus about 81 $50 900 of the deficit
would be lett over to next year.
The Chancellor trusted that the House and the
country would receive this statement in the same
magnificent manner which the late calls of the
government had been responded to. lCheers.l
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

The world is great book, and in it you can
read about SLIPPERY ELM LOZENGES for
Coughs. For sale by all Druggists.
Caswell Il Co., corner Washington and Winter
SITS. Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
superio- Court -yhitehouse j., Presid-
THURSDAY, April 4

THURSDAY, April 4.
Parties expected in court to-day from Winthrop,
to try cases before the Judge, failed to put in an
appearance on account of sickness The
docket will be called to morrow, and the court
adjourned finally. Defendants who would save
themselves from default must appear and answer
at once.
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House For Sale.

TWO STORY HOUSE, with
AIiN i large lot land, in central part
AT1EA OF city. Will be sold very Tow.
.sEz6I44 Terms easy; Inquire at offce Of
s&E41A11H WEEKS h BLANCHARD.
apl5ttf
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1oraI ami State Nems.

Vermont maple sugar in tubs sells at twelve
cents per pound.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
Legislative.

The Massachusetts House of Repre- sentatives
to-day refused by svote of l56 to T. to grant State
aid to the extent Of one million dollars, to the
Boston i Poughkeepsie Railroad.
The committee will report tomorrow on the pc
tition Of the New York and New England road
for State loan of six millions. The report is
said to be unfavorabe.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

An addition is soon to be made to the already
large list of croakers-the frogs are to take hand
10 the matter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
OREGON.
Convention.

SAN Francisco, April4. The Oregon green
back state convection met in Salem, Yesterday.
organized, aad state ticket will probably be nom-
mated to-day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

. There is new work on the ECONOMY of Con
sumption" Consumption may DC economical, but
it j. by no means wholesome everyone will ad-
mil
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

Cure that cough How With Adamson's Bo
tanic Basam. 1t is warrented to cure coughs,
colds, and ell lung difficulties. Sample free.
Large bottles 35 cents. Sold at Kinsman & Co.'S
Drug store. jan25t Swlw.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

Mr. Frank ID. George will preach at the vestry
Of the Free Baptist church, this evening at : l-2
o'clock All are cordially invited.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

The following idea is good one, but is sadly
going out of date among too many of our people
Make the bridge from the cradle to manhood as
long as you can. Let your children be children
a. long as they will. Let them he children, and
not little apes Of men and women"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
Marrifo.

In Pellast, Mar. IS, Miss Rosa E. Jackson to l.
f. Collins, both of Belfast.
In Lincolnvie, Mar. rs, Miss Lillian NJ. Colo.
more of Linco,nvile, TO Mr.. Dallas H. Warren of
Belfast.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05
NEWS BY TELEGRAPH
TO The
DAILY KenneSsr duurnal
BIDDEFORD.


BIDDEFoRD. April4. Thos. Lord, an old resi-.
dent of saco, dropped dead IN this city to-day, OF
heart disease.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

Major John ID. Myrick of this city, has accepted
an invitation 10 deliver the Grafton at West Water
vile on Decoration day, May 30th.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

Housekeepers may be glad to know thata table
spoonful of ammonia in one gallon of water will
restore the color of carpets.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

meeting changed their motto from "Tsnjours Pref"
to Progress"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-05

Perhaps this vicinity would do well to copy
from the Dutch, who have reached solution of
the tramp question. If they have pauper who
is able but refuses to work they put him into a
cistern and let in q sluce of water. 1t comes in
just so fast that BY briskly plying a pump with
which the cistern is furnished, he keeps himself
from drowning.