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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01
FOREIGN INTELLI0ENCH.

LONDON, June 80. Thornley, & Co., cotton
spinners, awning mills ut Hyde, Cooley and
Stockport, have suspended.
Troop ship Orontes, with the body Of the
Prince Imperial, is expected to reach Eng
land the 9th of July.
Pass. June 80. With reference to 4 res.
olution 1vtroduced in the United States SEN
ate by Mr.. Burnside, the Republique Fran
caise combaks the idea that the United States
| should open the construction Of the Darien
Canal under EurosGan auspices, with disqui-
etude, and points out Aast the undertaking IL
| independent Of official support or council, snd
the company merely ask all the powers to
espssass <,he canal absolutely pextral to the
cOanty.
| In the Lords tonight, the Irish Iniysrsity
biss was read for the first time.
BsRLIN. June 80. In consequence Of the
cabia4< crisis, government has suspended ne
gotiatisss with the Ultramontanes.
The report of the resignation Of Minister
! Hobrechf IL semi-ofiically confirmed, but the
resignation is not yet accepted.
Many persons believe the GOODNESS between
Russia aud GerIsaay is owing TO the influence
Of the Czarowitch.
1t is understood that Minister Hobrechts
| resignation was inhsesesd ~ his positive OPP
position to the purchase Of al the private
railways. 1t Is statad that BisRssck Is negO-
tiating with Count Stalberg wernagerobe and
/ Herr Zidewitz, President of the Reichstag, to
succeed Minister Habrecht and Friepden-
thai.
| COMMUNICATES, June 80. MahmoaiA
Pasha, formerly grand vizier and friendly to
Russia, has unexpectedly arrived here. The
present grand vizier was not aware the sultan
seat for Nedim Pasha.
JAxsxA, June 30. designations of Minis
tiers Fold, Friedenthan and Habrecht have
been rendered possible by Prince Bismarck's
endeavors to form forced alliance with ul-
tramonfaines and conservatives.
1t is stated the Turkish authorities have
warned the people against purchasing arms
from the troops, under the penalty of martial
law.
ROVE, June so. After two months debate
the deputies approved bill providing for con-
struction Of 600 kilometres of railways
within twenty-one years, at an annual expen-
diture of f2. 400, 900.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01
Gardiner Local News.

Mr.. and Mrs. Mcnamara live on the Hal
, lowell road leading to the National Home
Mr.. and Mrs. McCurran live on the sam,
road. Mr.. Nee. drank some Of Mr.. MEMS
cider, got drunk and went to jail Mrs Nc.
Curran got vexed and then got warrant
against the Mc-ns City Marshal Berry
brought the parties before Judge Palmer.
where they were found guilty on three indict-
ments for illegal sales, and Mr.. Mcnamara
and wife were each fined thirty dollars and
cost They appealed the case to the SUPERB
or Court and went home to sell more elder.
VIII Savage has an old horse which fire.
quently seeks a livelihood BIS cropping the
grass on the roadside. Saturday evening the
poor beast ventured upon the railroad near
the upper causeway bridge, and the eight
O'Clock train coming along pitched him into
the middle ef the bridge. The train was
stopped and the animal removed 10 & safer
place. Only few bruises, which will soon
heal and the horse will be ready again for du-
~. big crowd were attracted to the spot
by the accident.
A party of sixty or seventy from Richmond,
accompanied by the Richmond Band, came
10 this city Saturday evening, on the steamer
"Valola," for moonlight excursion, and re-
turned the same night
Rev. Mr. Emmons of IIalowell, preached
at the Congregational church in this city
Sunday forenoon, and at the Baptist church
in the afternoon, the pastors of these churches
being out oi town.
MIR. Protherp will meet the juveniles at
the Congregational vestry this 7. NJ, to or
ganize singing class. This is move in the
right direction and we hope he will have !,
large class. 1t has been a long time since we
have had singing school where the rud-
ments of music have been taught.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01
PRINCE NAPOLEON.

PARIS, June 80. Besapsrtsst organs say
Prince Jerome Napoleon is recognised As
the chief Napolconic dynssty, and conse-
cannot fail to receive resolu: e and devoted
support Of all faithful to the empir:. This
declaration is made by advice Of Rouhsr, sbut
it 10 doubtful whether all imperialists will
rally around Hrince Jerome, who will proba-
blv continue to maintain a silent attitude.
Prince jerome Fapoleon will publish
manifesto Immediately after funeral of Prince
Imperial, urging all Bonapartists to submit
to the republic and that he has rlready as
sured President Grevy Ne will not become
pretcnder TO the imperial throne.
Duke Of Cambridge has approved of pro-
posal for a general army subscription to raise
y monument to the late Prince Imperial.
SubscriptioHs are already opened.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01

Russia Endeavoring to. Come to ~ Ia.
1erstanding with france.

LoxpoS. .juns 80. Trustworthy advices
from Constantinople speak Of an endeavor on
the part of Russia to come 10 an understand
ing with Frsnce In relation to the Eastern
question. II is said, also, that Russia IL en-
deavoring TO conciliate Turkey by dwelling
on the possibility of the release of Bosnia
and Herzegovina from Russian damnation.
CoSsTANrISoPLE, June 80. 1t Is asserted
In government circles that the ministry will
decline to name the boundary commissioners
on the part of Turkey, but will leave the linn
itation of the Greek frontier to the Powers,
in the hope that they will be unable to agree.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01
The Thunder Tempest.

The same thunder tempest that left its
mark in this city Saturday afternoon, in pass
ing eastward over the town of Windsor, did
considerable damage. Lightning struck the
barn of Horace Colburn, Esq, in Windsor.
entering the roof at the south peak of the
gable, tearing off the finish and the shingles
on the east side and scattering them in the
widest confusion. The fluid went down four
posts, splitting two OF them from one end to
the other. A calf that was hitched in the
barn, was down on his launches. in a devo-
tional attitude almost paralyzed and rigid,
but it soon recovered. There was small
quantity of hay on the NOW, where the light
ming came in. but il was not singed The
barn was filled with a peculiar smelling
smoke, but no fire could be found. As Mr..
Colburn's barn is connected by outbuildngs
with the house, If one had ignited all would
have gone.
David Cunninghams house. in the same
town, is situated On direct line, one
and half miles from Mr. Colburn's A
bolt came down there, but his house and
the lives OF the members of his family were
undoubtedly saved by the friendly presence
of an elm tree, that gracefully arched over
the house, and received the bolt. The clock in
the house stopped, and the inmates received a
most lively shaking up, though none were
injured.
About half mile farther on, during the
same shower, two-year-old steer was killed
in the pasture of Mr.. Albert Haskell. The
animal was standing near bass wood tree
that was speedily manufactured by the light
ming into kindling wood.
During smart little thunder shower on
Friday afternoon which passed over Winthrop
cow in the open pasture of Mr.. Silas
Blanchard was struck by lightning and killed
The bolt was distinctly seen to descend.
During the shower Saturday afternoon, the
lightning struck eight telegraph posts on the
road between this city and Togus. One was
splintered.
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Local Brevities.

Local Brevities.
The next meeting of the City Council
will be held on Thursday afternoon, ut o.30
o'clock.
Billy German, of this city, addressed the
inmates of the kennebec Jail, on SUNDAY.
The Jail now has 80 inmates.
The team of Mr.. Minot of Belgrade. be-
came frightened yesterday afternoon, and ran
down Rincs' hill at furious rate. When
near the Farmer office the body and hind
wheels Of the wagon were thrown off, and the
horse made its way up street with the forward
wheels. No special damage was done.
Arrived Yesterday, sch. kate MITCHELL
Capt. Oliver, from New York, with coal.
Also, sch. "Gen. Howard" Capt. Reed, from
New York, with coal.
The contract for furnishing coal and
wood to Kennebec Arsenal was yesterday
awarded to PARROT & Chase and the Swain
Brothers.
Two gentlemen from Massachusetts, ar
rived here on Saturday, prepared to navigate
the Kennebec, on a cunning excursion, in a
canvas boat.
M. c. Hervey, has just received a new
and elegant line of stone rngs-Cameo. Gar
net, Turquoise &c, &C.
Not big crowd went through on the af.
ternoon train yesterday to attend the convcn-
ton at Bangor There was but one extra
car. Tom Lynch, Tom Murphy, and other
| prominent democrats went from here
DR.. Clarence W. Davis is now well es-
tablished in his new dental rooms over Pierce's
bookstore. We were much pleased with the
skill in which he has fitted up his reception
room and laboratory, which have all the mod
ern improvements combined
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01
THE EGYPTIAN QUESTION.

CoSsrANriSorLE, June 80. British and
French ambassadors have protested against
abrogation Of the trade which gave the Khe-
dive power TO conclude treaties with foreign
governments. They demand the status
which existed previous to deposition Of Ismid
Pasha be maintained.
ST. PETERSBURG, June 80. Russia has not
protested to the porte against deposition Of
the Khedive.
ALEXANDRIA, June 80. The ex-khedive,
his sons Hussean and Hassan and Pashss
Tailaat and gayheb. have sailed for Naples.
English and French men-of-war saluted the
Khedire's vessel.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01

The Grand Temple Of Honor and Temper
ance Of Maine met in annual session with
Pharos Temple, Bangor, June "a. The fol-
lowing officers were present: +. A. A..
Heath, G. w. T.. c. o. Warren, G. w. v.
r.; f. p. Hill, g. w. r.; f. II. Cass, G..
Treasurer; +. G. Gorham, G. w. IT,; T. f.
Wiggin, G. w. G. The report of the G. W.
T. was read, and showed an increase in mem
bership, and an addition of three strong tenn
pies during the year. The sessions were
unusually interesting, and the members re-
turn TO their homes more deeply in love with
the sublime principles Of the Order, and with
determination TO work for its advancement
The principal officers for the coming year are
+. 2. Hill, Bucksport, G. w. r.. and c. II.
Clary, Iiallowell, G.. w. X. The next annual
session will be holden in Wstervile, the first
week in June, 1880.
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LABOR TROUBLE.
The Situation at Fall Rivcr--The Man.
ufacturers Gain.

FALL RIVER, June 80. To-day is generally
regarded as one of decided gain to the manu-
facturcrs.
1t was expected that after long intervale
Saturday afternoon and Sunday, the mills
would start this morning with considerable
less help. hut all the manufacturers report
they held their own. and with some material
gains.
The Flint mill started this morning with
four mules, but doubled up this afternoon.
Out of town spinners are beginning to ar
rive, and reports from several mills show de-
cided gains. Tecumseh mill has halt n dog
en- or more imported spnners.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01
SkOwhegRn Locals.

Prominent members of the mongrcl-demo-
greenback party in this village manifested
considerable anxiety in regard to the republic
can gubernatorial nomination previous to
holding the State convention, and now that
the candidate is fairly before the people they
sneeringly ask, "Who is this obscure Mr..
Davis?" and what is his political record?
The leader in Fridays Daily journal salts
factorily answers the inquiry. The republi-
can voters of Maine have selected no ''obs-
cure" parsonage for their standard bearer,
and no member of the republican party need
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01

A serious fight was engaged in at Lebanon
last week, by James NJ. Gerrish and his
nephew, Louis Gerrsh which liked to have
proved fatal to the former. A quarrel rose
between them about some cows, when James
knocked Lewis down twice. Not relishing
that sort of treatment, Lewis drew a knife
and plunged it into the throat Of his assail.
ant, producing q cash about six inches in
length, and also hacking his hands badly.
The doctors decided that none Of the wounds
were dangerous. Lewis was committed to
Jail, and soon after took poison to end his
existence, in which attempt he failed by the
application Of proper antidotes.-[Union and
Journal.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01
BY TELEGRAPH.
Associated Press kilograms to the Daily
kennebcc journal.
sMAINE NEWS by TELEGRAPH.
THE DEMOCRATIC STATE con.
VENTION.
The Delegates Arriving.

BANGOR, June 80 The delegates to the
Steamer Hercules, from Rockland, arrived
tonight with portion of the down river del
egates.
Abram Sanborn has been selected as tenn
porary chairman, and Royal f.. Gould of Bid
deford, +. +. Payson of Deering, A. s. Farm
ham of Pembroke, and G. II. Mcclellan OF
Bath, Secre,arys.
Several names are mentioned in conncc-
ton with the nomination
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THE INDIANS.

New YoKK, June 30. A despatch says
Indian troubles are threatened in North Park,
Colorado. where some 1900 mining prospec-
tors have been warned by the Buttes that
they must leave or pay for the country, and
no more supplies or white men will be al
lowed to come in Prospectors refuse to he
bulldozed by the Indians and II collision lie
probable.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01

At the recent anniversary of the Eastern
State Normal School, Castine, Prof. G. r..
Fletcher, the Principal. sent in his resigna-
ton, and it has been accepted by the trustees.
Mr.. Fletcher has been identified with the
school since since its inception, and his repu-
tstion as a teacher is scarcely surpassed in
the schools of Maine We hear it limited
that Mr.. Fletcher may possibly return to his
old home in Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01
MASSACHUSETTS,.
Held for Trial.

BosroN, June 80. James Il. Edmunls, the
forger, was arraigned and placed in Jail in
default of 500. 900 bail. to await the action
of the grand jury.
Temperance.
The prohibtory State committee met this
afternoon and adopted an address to the vot-
ers of Massachusetts. denouncing all laws in
favor of the liquor traffic, urging thorough
organization in support of prohibition.
Amherst College.
AMHERST, June 80 AT the college prize
exhibition, the French and Italian prize. was
divided as follows For the greatest i'm
provement, with the highest scholarship, $50
to T. G. Eaton, Rockport Me. For the
highest rank, f.. X, Alden, Marshfeld, Mass
$40
Explosion.
NORTH ADAMS. June so. giant powder
magazine at Now brays nitro glycerine works
exploded to-day, blowing Jack Pierce and
VILLAS Long, workmen, TO atoms. The
force of the explosion was plainly felt two
miles away.
Disappearance.
HoLBRooK, June 80. Henry Newcomb,
tax collector of this town, has mysteriously
disappeared. Overdue taxes To amount of
81, 700 to 5000 are unaccounted for. He
always bore a high character. No trace vet
known.
Court Matters.
BosToN, June 30. The embezzemcnt
case of Royal Is. Conant, formerly cashier of
Eliot National bank, was again called in the
Circuit court to-day and arguments heard
from counsel on various law points therein
involved.
Released.
GLOUCESTER, June 80. Telegraphic or
ders have been received by the city marshal
to release Bushey, the suspected murderer OF
Finnigan.
Killed.
SoUTH NATICK, June 80. A nephew OF
Gen. Phil Sheridan was thrown from Il coach
this afternoon and instantly killed.
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CONDENSED TELEGRAMS,

Everything is reported quiet in the City of
Mexico, with no revolution.
Yesterday afternoon William johnson, who
raped child at Memphis last Friday, was
takeu to BrownviIle to prevent tynching.
A meeting of the stockholders of the Grand
Trunk. approved tfi- sale of the Riverc Du
Loup section Of tue road to the Dominion
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LOUISIANA.
The State Debt.

NEW ORLEANS, June 80. The constitu-
tional convention rejected the majority and
minority reports on the State debt. but final
ly rcconsidered the minority report, which
declares State consolidated bonds are valid
obligations, and provide for the payment Of
interest at 3 per cent. for five years from
Feb, 80, and per cent. thereafter. Pend
ing action, however, the convention adjourn
Oh
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01

Mr.. C. W. Davis, a greenbacker, son-in-law
Of Mr.. All Staples, clerk in the Treasury de-
partmsnt at the State House, was yesterday
discharged by Treasurer White. He had
been in the Office but three weeks. "a brief
but brilliant career" Treasurer White
maintains that he has right to say who shall
serve him as clerks, regardless of the advice
of Mr.. Staples or the dictates of party eau
cuses or conventions
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01

The steamer Henry Morrison, Capt. f. c.
McClintock, will make grand trip of pleas
ure Thursday, July Sd, leaving Augusta at G
A. NJ, Hallowell at $50, Gardiner at I,
Richmond at SIS, Bath 9.45. Returning
will leave Boothbay at ! p NJ, calling at all
landings by request. There will be no boat
up Friday. Regular trip down Saturday,
leaving Augusta At 10 A. NJ
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01

A fellow in Lewiston made terrible mis-
take. He thought it was the Fourth of July,
and went and got gloriously drunk and now
finds out that his bender was all wasted.
Poor man.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01

The inmates of the Soldiers Home, at
Togus, are to have glorious celebration of
the Fourth, beginning at 10 o'clock, A. NJ.
There is to be target practice; crutch, walk
ing, sack, silt and foot race, jumping match,
wheelbarrow race, diving for half dollars,
ETC Eighty-fye dollars are offered in pre-
miums. Music is to be furnished by the
Home Band, the day to wind up with bril-
liant display of fireworks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01

The arrangements for the Piseatorial Fete,
the 4th, are now complete. Pinkham's ex-
cursion teams will leave the Cony House at
: A. M. and IL A. NJ. with passengers for the
lake, returning at 400 P. NJ. and 7.30 p NJ
Persons who wish to go by this conveyance
will please leave their names with Geo. A,
Cony, at Cony House. Fare for round trip is
only so cents.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01

The American Institute of Instruction will
bold its fitch annual meeting at Fabyan's
White Mountains, July 8, 9, 10 and II, 1879.
This institute is the Oldest and largest educa-
tonal association in the country. Though an
organization more especially for teachers and
school officers, il welcomes others to its
membership. According to its constitution,
ANY person of good moral character, inter-
ested in the subject of education, may be-
come member by paying a fee of one dol
lar" 1t is expected that the non-profession-
al, as well as the professional, membership
will be large, this year, as it was last year.
Very low rates for travel and entertainment
are made for members of the institute at this
fifticth meeting.
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Burned to Death.

Thomas Brown of Stamford, found his wife
with another man in the house, last evening.
In row which ensued, he threw lamp at
her, which broke, and the woman was so
badly burned she will die. Brown was ar
rested.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01

can at II. T.. Davis' and
examine his Flannel Suits
for Men. Boys and children.
Also see the bargains he Is Of
fering In Str0W Hats and
WHife Pests.
juneist3w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01

At the field trial of the Queens County (N.
W Agricultural Society, June 18th, wherein
several makers of moving machines partici-
pated. the first premium was awarded to the
New Model Buckeye Mower. And there is
still another victory for the Buckeye, which
took place at Catskill Station, n. Y, June
26th. Mcssrs. Williamson & Greenwood are
agents for the Buckeye in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01

Turkish towels, nice sponges and colognes,
fine perfumes in bulk, and choice toilet requi-
sites tor summer use, are sold at Partridge's
Drug Store. Try their summer toilet cologne
water at so cents pint.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01

At the close of the convention in Bangor,
two prominent democrats remarked that the
nomination was bad one for them and the
greenbackers. The truth once in a while will
slim out from them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-07-01

The salary of Mr.. Corthell principal of
Gorham Normal School, has been reduced to
$500, and the assistants cut down in sums
ranging from 500 to 5000.
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selves arc apparently in doubt as N what will
be done.
Final adj ournment can he effected fo-me'r-
row. unless tllibustering tactics be employed
to prevent it.
Approved.
The President has approved the following
bills and joint resolutions:
Making additional appropriations for the
postotiice department for years ending June
80, ~, and 80 Dieter carriers bill) author
zng survey of the Mississippi river near
Lake Concordia and Cowpenden, Miss.
The President has approved bill making
appropriations for certain judicial expenses
Preside ut signed bill exempting from en-
rollment and license all canal boats or other
vessels not propelled by sail or iu:ernal mo-
tive power.
Confirmed.
Senate in executive session confirmed II.
Nj. Tucker of Mass, consul ut Carrara: j.
ID. Smith of Mass. and Jeremiah !. Page OF
Me-, assistant surgeons on retired list.
Adjournment.
House adjournment resolution will be call.
ed up in the Senate during the isis rning hour
Tomorrow. and amended so as to provide for
final adjournment of both houses tomorrow
afternoon. The amendment Will doubtless
De promptly tOltuITcl III Nv tNt House ana
the session terminated accordingly.
Extra Session.
The President having in his special mes
sage this afternoon earnestly urged upon the
attention of Congress his views as 10 neces-
sty of making immediate appropriation for
service of marshals and deputy marsllals. for
the fiscal year which commences tomorrow
and having by this means accomplished as
much toward procuring the desired legisla-
ton as he could have any hope Of accom-
plishing by Recommending Congress, he has
concluded to ah.a.lo,r his original purpose OF
issuing Il prog .aMaton for its recall. When
therefore the. two houses adjourn tomorrow
there will se no present probability of their
assembling again untl next Dec
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CONNECTICUT.
Sad Accident.

BRIDGEPoRT, June 80. An unknown lady,
about seventy-five years of age, walking on
the track, was killed by the train at Stratford
this forenoon. She had S545 and two bag
gage checks from New Haven to Great Bar
ringtOn.
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NEW HAMPSHIRE.
Fatal Accident.

GREAT FALLS, June 30. Frank Annis of
Berwick, sustained fatal injuries in jumping
from an express train at Rollinsford. tonight
He was 90 years old.
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Weather Indications for To-day.

Fog New England and the Middle States,
rising Barometer, northwest to northeast
winds, cooler, clear, followed by warmer,
partly cloudy weather.