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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15
MAINE NEWS BY TELEGRAPH.
THE IitTCIiiNS CASE.
Considerable Excitement Concerning
the Affair.

GARDINER, April II. Constable llattin
who went to Portland in the lutchn> case, i,
in Augusta to-day, in consultation with Cor
oner Libby. When he returns it will be FIN
ally decided rs to the disposition of the body,
as the relatives seem to differ in their deciS-
ton. In the meantime the body will be plac-
ed in the receiving tomb at the cemetery.
There is much excitement prevailing con
corning the affair Public opinion seems to
be that all is not just right.
The large bruises over the temple seem 10
indicate that there was something more than
poison in the affair. The best authenticated
facts are as follows:
Mr.. llutchins left Gardiner on Wednesday
morning, telling hi, wife, the evening before.
that lac was going to Portland to carry money
for man i'll Portland. lie met his brother
George, and then went to his friends houst.
where he was taken sick and died the next
morning The physician in attendance stated
as his opinion that death was caused by poi
son.
Although a native of Gardner, Mr.. Hutch
ms has been absent from the city Tor several
years. About fourteen years ago. while in
charge Of the officers for some petty crime
liutclns lodged through the doorway and
was not seen in Gardiner again till year
ago. In the meantime he led Il ro, ing life in
the Western States. principally California.
Since his return he has been in poor circHm-
stances.
His mother. for thirty years or more Ina,
been noted fortune teller and in former
wears was visited by some of the first families
in Gardiner and ncighboring cities.
Mr.. IIutchns leave, Il wife and narric,
daughter besides Iii, mother, two sister, and
Il brother, all in rather moderate circum-
stances
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

The prisoner in the Maine State Prison
who has been there the longest is George
Knight. He was born in Poland. Maine :
sentenced to death for murder from Andres
coggin county and was committed Sept -,
1851. The Youngest prisoners are William
Burns. sentenced to ten years for ohstructiny
railroad, April - 1876; Isaac y. Cox. six
years for man>laughtcr April 10Th, 1877:
and Edward DcnniSon six wears for arson.
May 18th, 1875. All three of the last men
TONED convictS were hut fourteen years of
age when committed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15
Election
THE INDIANS.
DENIAL of the Report Concerning the
Chcyennes.

WAsnINGToN, April II. The statement
that 400 Cheyenncs had left the reservation
and gone north is denied by the agent of
Fort Sill, who says the whereabouts OF every
Indian belonging to the agency known as the
Ponca Agency, is known. He telegraphs
April | 18th that the Poncas, except Standing
Bear and party, were all on the reservation,
under good control
1t is stated the Arapahoe Indians are NOV
ing towards Sitting Bulls camp, and expect
to join his band when the latter moves south
in the nitcd States.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

1t is said that Scion Chase has carried Il
long face into his retirement from newspaper
life at Chase's Mills. Some of the devoted
another paper, and it is said Mr.. Chase has
offered to do so, if they would give him a
send-off with | 900 subscribers. His friends
are also urging him to be a candidate for the
greenback gubernatorial nomination, but
Scion appears to have other fish to fry, and
says that he is in favor of giving Smith an
other trial. But if the people should call,
Solon says that he should have to obey
GLcwiston Journal.
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Municipal Affairs.

WisCAssET, April Il. At town meeting
held here to-day. by adjournment from the
annual meeting in March, Oh the report of u
committee previously appointed. il was unan-
mously decided that the excessive rate of
taxation which is and will be required for
many years. to meet the liabilities. is having
the effect to depopulate and impoveri>h the
town, and that the interests of the creditors
as well as of the town. absolutely require Il
reduction of principal and interest OF the
debt. And the sclectmcn were instructed to
propose to the creditors compromise of
their claims. The debt of the town amounts
to nearly fifty per cent. of the valuation
Provision was made for the payment of full
interest to July LIST.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

Last Fri lay afternoon, Mr. White agent
of the mills, drove to Watcrville. and on hi,
return was thrown from his sleigh and hi,
horse came home alone. Mr.. White gathered
up the seat. robes and himself and started
for Mr.. Ira Gctchelrs who lives close by.
Mr.. Gctchcll carried him home, where he
found his own team right side up-Satur,lav
morning Rev. Mr.. Applcbee and Mr. J. C.
Mullen arrived at Getchclls Corner on the
Pullman. They were dumped into the snow
by the man thev chartered to carry them
home: no bones broken. Both these tip-outs
of course were caused by big snow drifts
| Building and painting have already com
mcnccd. Mr. Newell is aving new Carriigc
house built. Mr.. Levi Gardner has the stone
and lumber on the spot between the house of
! Mr.. Hickey and the Catholic church. and " i'll
commence building a new house as soon as
the frost is ont of the ground Mr.. Gardner
has also bought the Scales house. Several
are treating their buildings with new coat
of raint.-Anothcr walking match is being
talked mp To come off in Citizens Hall We'd
nesday evening. The spring term of school
in Thu Iii tri t will commence next Monday,
April u. i. c. Nichols and Miss f.. l.. Phil
! lips teachers. Mr.. Geo. Auchua. who has
for several wears been truckman in this place.
has moved on to "a farm in Albion.-Rev. Mr..
| Applehce announced from the pulpit last
Sunday, that three more Sundays would close
his labors with the Methodist church in this
place.-The Reform Club passed a resolution
Saturday evening to hold public temperance
meeting Sunday evening in one of the church
es once in four weeks and invite the churches
to Join with them. We believe that to be Il
very good arrangement,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

The indications are all in the direction of
a full house on Thursday evening, on the oc-
casion of the benefit to Edmund McMurlie
and his friends X. T.. Goodwin, f.. w. Moore
and viii Rowse. These gentlemen are in
good training for the occasion, and will
bring out the plays in the very best manner.
They are having nightly rehearsals, the re-
suit Of which will be to give the public an
entertainment of itself in every way worthy
their patronage outside of the consideration
of benefit to these very worthy young men,.
DIR. Thompson i, adding Il new roof to his
house on State street. Flat roofs seem to be
passing out of fashion.
The organization of the Sandy River rail-
road was completed at Phillips, April Sth.
Directors were chosen as follows: Ahncr
Toothakcr, y. Il. Neal, W. +. Fuller, 4. L..
Brown. =. II. Stubs. stephen Morrill,, Sam
ucl Farmer. Abncr Toothaker of Phillips,
was chosen President of the board of direc-
tors james T.. Thomson of Phillips, Treas
urcr, and Philip II. Subbs of Strong, Clerk
of til, Company.
The Winthrop Band are to give a concert
at Packard Hall. in that town. Fast day even
ing-their first appearance in their new uni
forms.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

The entertainment given at the Free Bap-
t>t church, last evening, was one of cNcep-
tionally high character, very pleasing to the
large audience Ii Il the first time our peo-
pie have been privileged 70 greet Prof. Bal
lard of Levi ton. but We trust it may not be
the last. The sweet tones of his violin elicit
ed generous and deserved applause the audi
cnce could scarcely tire of listening to his
exquisite solos. OF Mr. Acterian and his
flute it is unnecessary to speak here, aS We
have so often referred to him in connection
with concerts here. He is general tayorte.
The songs by Mrs. Julia Adams Barker fully
endorsed the popular verdict of her last audi
ence here. This lady has a sweet voice of
liberal compass. Our local performers, who
assisted these artists, acquitted themselves
with much credit.
The little Laurena, which piled between
lIallowcl and Bath part of last season, has
been carried on wheels to Auburn lake
where it will used as pleasure boat.
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New Theatre.

Beethoven Hall, re-modeled into Park
Theatre, opened tonight for initial perform
ancc under the management of Henry +.
Abbey, manager of Park Theatre, New
York. Performance consisted of presenta-
ton of La Cigalc, by Lolita and supporting
troupe, given before brilliant audience,
large enough to test the full seating capacity
of the auditorium. The theatre, though
rather small, seating lG00-is highly prais-
ed for its arrangements, decorations and APP
pOintmcnts.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15
CONDENSED TELEGRAMS.

Hail stones As large as hens eggs, things
heretofore unknown there, fell at Pensacola,
yesterday.
Mons. Lavelle started walking match at
Woonsocket, X. L., Sunday, was taken ill
and died.
Topeka despatch reports that Indications
point to a splendid yield of wheat throughout
Kansas
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15
THE PLY MOUTH.
The Efforts TO Freeze out the Yellow
Fever.

New YORK, April II. \ letter from an
officer of the sloop-ot-war Plymouth states
that the vessel was cleaned out ut Boston, in
January. and for over month bige water
frOzc solid, beside which she was twice sealed
up and thoroughly fumigated with sulphur
For several nights after the crew returned on
board cold remained in the hull to such an
extent that water froze solid in her. This
proves that freezing does not prevent the re-
occurrence of yellow fever.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

Bp One months subscription to LEISURE Hours
free, ifyou send eleven cents for mailing premiums
sent With TIA beautiful chrome motto entitled
Faith Hope and Charity" elegantly printed on a
pleasing picture than ever before sent with
short subscription; Magazine is Illustrated and full
of choice stories. sketches poetry, etc. and cent
stamps taken. All receive IA catalogue of 900 desir.
able aud curious articles. J. L. fATTEN & CO.,
Il Barclay Street New York.
witeOwlt- mar97. +iweow
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15
MOUTH CAROLINA.


CHARLESTON, April II. In the L. s. Court
to-day, Judge Bond denied the motions of de-
PENDANTS in election cases, to set aside iurcs
fer continuance, and to prevent the applic;i-
ton of the test oath. Pending appeal the ac,
cused will be admitted to bail.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15
THE EGYPTIAN QUESTION.

CoNsTANrINorLE, April H. 1t is denied
that the Sultan offered to depose the Khedive
of Egypt.
The Sultan has taken no resolution respect
ing the khedive, nor is he expected to until
he hears the explanation brought by the Khe-
dives special envoy
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15
W ASiIINGTON.
Committee Work.

WAsnINGroS, April IA. The Senate com
mittee on judiciary received two sets of
charges against Matthews, the proposed t.
:. District Judge for Maryland, alleging mall
feasance i'll former office, and impugning his
moral character.
Except the committees on coinage, weights
and measures, and foreign affairs, the House
committees are not yet formally organized
Refhnding Certificates.
The subscriptions to the funding certificates
to-day, are So, $50.
Postal Matters.
Third Assistant Hazen has completed ar
rangements in New York for the production
of the new postage stamp for unpaid postage
Buckner's Bill.
Referring to Buckner's proposed bill for
the coinage of $4,000, 600 in silver, monthly
the Director of the mint says this amount is
not only beyond the present capacity of the
mint, but largely in excess of the production
of the mines of the country.
Correction.
The Secretary of the Treasury says no plan
has been prepared for retunding the 1910
bonds, and that the reports of new syndi-
cate in New York are untounded.
Academy of Science.
The National Academy of Science will be-
gin its annual Washington session tomorrow
morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15
PENNSYLVANIA.
Assignment.

PnnApELrnIA, April II. The directors of
the Scranton Trust Co. K Savings Bank made
voluntary assignment to II. :. Pierce, pres
ident for the benefit of creditors
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

A large amount of running ice in the river
yesterday, and rivermen were industrious in
picking up drift wood. The main body of
ice for quite a distance above the dam went
out some time during Sunday night
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15
LABOR TROUBLE
DestitutiOn in the COIliery Regions.

LONDON, April II. Thousands of men,
women. and children in North Dur
ham colleries are destitute. More than one
third of the 5000 men employed would will
lingly accept the masters terms, but are
afraid of violence
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15
Trouble in school.

LEwIsrON, April II. Last week MIR. Fish.
Principal of the Auburn High School. took
from an assistant all the classes in the fore
noon school. The committee requested him
to restore the classes, which he refused to do.
DENYING the right of the committee to inter
ftrc with the arrangement of rccitation>. The
committee removed him. appointing John 4.
Morrill,. Monday morning Fish attempted to
open the school, Notwithstanding the new
teacher was acting. whercupon he was arrest
ed for disturbance of the school Thi. after
noon he was arraigned before Judge Dresser.
who imposed a fine of fifteen dollars. Heap
pealed
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

Services appropriate for Easter Sunday
were observed at the Methodist church last
Sabbath. Rev. Mr.. Sterling preached from
the text found in the 25th chapter of Mat
thew, 9Th verse-''lIe is not here, for He is
risen. as he said. Come see the place where
the Lord lay" The altar was very taste
fully decorated for the occasion.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15
Dtr0.

Ia Oshkosh wisconsin, Apr. .. Jane; Sanders,
formerly of this state Mr.. Sanders was born in
Augusta, Ne. July II, i.9j, moved with his parent
to Palermo in 1872, from there he went TO In.sadun.
keag, Me-, in ls26 and was engaged in mercantile
business about 20 years. Thence TO Parkman, Me,
where he was in farming business about 10 Years
Thence he went,to Oshkosh and remained there I'M
I'll his death. He leaves mn only daughter, Ann j.
sanders, hs. wife and four children having long
since pass, Il AWAY
In Bangor, April H. Bertha Youngest daughter of
Capt james Dean, of diphtheria, aged years, -
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

Those j.. quest of new and fashionable mil
lincry goods (and all the ladies are embraced
i'll that list would do well to call at the rooms
of Miss Lizzie VI. Jordan. Mconian Hall en-
trance, up one yht. She has recently re-
turned from the large cities with new and
beautiful goods
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15
SOUTH AMERICA.
Catholic Demands.

NEW York, April ii. A Rio Janeiro des-
patch says there is trouble there between the
Cath ,lic bishops and government, as the for
mer demand full sway in certain matters,
and also demand the suppression Of Free
Ma sons.
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THE AFGHAN WAR.
The Feeling Against the British Among
the Tribes.

LAHORE April II. A bad feeling is grow
ing against the British. amongst all the tribes
in khyber Pass. They complain that the
British are acting as though they intended to
keep the Pass, spying out hill Businesses.
Emssarics from Yakoob Khan have doubt
less also been busy among the tribes
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15
Ioral ann State Nrms.
Tuesday, April Is, 1879.

~ There will he grand Glass Ball Shoot, Fast
bay. for championship of city and other prizes. All
are Invited TO attend. For particulars inquire of
Stafford < Co. :;taprl5
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NORTH CAROLINA
Murde

LoNGsINGBrRG, April IA. ID. j. Williams.
merchant was shot and killed by II. Oglcs-
by on account of an old grudge, in this town
to-day
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

While passing over Beach Hill in Pittston,
on Friday, to visit patient, DIR. Brickett got
stuck fast in snow drift The snow was
six feet deep, and the white tree was broken
in the endeavor to pull through. A snow
drift like that, tho | It'll of April, is something
unusal
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NEW HAMPSHIRE.
Held for Trial,

GAMBIA, April IT, L. II. ingalls,. cN-
Town Treasurer, was to-day arraigned for
cmbezzlement He plead not guilty and re-
leased ON 81 800 to appear at the October
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15
Fire Arms Sold.

1t Is said 1000 repeating rifles and 600
ooo rounds of ammunition were purchased
last week, by supposed agents of Russia, but
lntimation was given that they were to 90 to
the Portuguese settlements north of the Zu-
lu' and that the arms were to be sold to the
GETAWAYS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15
Weather Indications for To-day.

For New England and the Middle States,
northwest to northeast winds, rising follow cd
by falling barometer, cooler, clear followed
by warmer, cloudy weather ia
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VIRGINIA..
Court Matters.

RICHMOND, April II. The jury in the Cir
cult Court adjourned sine die, without action
in the matter indicting county Judges.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

BY spending S47l for school books, it is
estimated Auburn, the past year, has increased
the attendance on public schools by at least
one hundred and fifty pupils.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

The Ovcrseers of the Poor met Yesterday
afternoon. and organized by the choice of g.
W. Jones, chairman, and =. O. Nickcrv. Sec
rotary. Lcvant Waltlron was discharged from
the SUPPLEMENTARY of the aims house, to
take effect on Thursday. Mr.. Alfred Turner
was chosen to fill the place.
SO the liallowcll Register has gone over to
the rum sympathizcrs and joinel the Stand
ard in its prolonged howl against those who
believe in enforcing the liquor law. 1t
states with all the emphasis of sour opinion
that the republican officials of Augusta are
working 'for political cfcc, or.y" Brave
fellow is thi. mighty sons to mpugn the
motives of men who are striving to do their
duty, In the efforts of the Augusta police
to suppress the rum traffic, they have the
God-speed of all true men and women re-
gardless of party, and are not to be turn, d
aside by the "opinon' of any little squirt
gun throwing muddy water.
The schools in the village district resume
operations yesterday. This is the last term
previous to the graduating exercises of the
high school and the long vacation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

The annual meeting of the Corporation of
st. Marks Home. for INDECENT women. for
the purpose of clccting officers for the ensu-
ing year, and transaction of such other bust
ness AS may properly come before it, will be
held at the office of Benz. g. Davis, Esq, on
Monday, April 2lsh 1879. at 3 o'clock, p. NJ.
Il. w. BLACK, Clerk.
Augusta, April Nth. 1879. aprIt+lw
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HARrroRp, April II. The so-called VIM
Allen, on trial for aiding in the murder of the
State Prison keeper, is really VIM. IL. Smith.
q native of Bangor, where he has relatives
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15
ILLINOIS.
4 CyciOne.

CoLLINsvILLE, April IA. A cyclone struck
the town this afternoon, and destroyed num-
Der of buildings and damaged Others One
person was killed
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

Tia Maine Convention Of 'nivcrsalists will
be held in Lewiston thi, year The convcn-
ton IN ,ct> on Tuesday before the last Friday
in June.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

The sermon by Rev. Mr.. Tilden, on Sun
day, before the Reform Club, is very highly
spoken Of
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JeffersOu's ANNIVERSARY.

CHARLorTEvILLE, April II. The l36th an
niyersary of Thomas Jeilerson's birth was
celebrated to-day. There was large pro-
CessOn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

On Fast Day there will be union religious
services at the Congregational chapel, to
which all are invited. There will be no
preaching, but lie meeting will partake of
social character.
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BY TELEGRAPH.

Associated Press kilograms to the Daily
kennebec journal.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

o-Single copies Of the Daily and Weekly are on
sale ut this office aud at rercc Bookstore In Gar
diner at Pamer's Bookstore.
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Court Matters.

In the case % +. A. Freeman, accused of
detrauding Mutual Life ms. Co. of $500, 900,
Judge Barrett denied the motion to vacate.
but the bail was reduced from S30O'003 to
=
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Marine News.

Schooner Decora, Berry, at Philadelphia
from Brunswick, reports March 29th. lat b.
lG, long. 74-l0, experienced severe gale
from NNE, and lost and split sails lost boat
and davits, stove water casks, and hulwarks
Schooner Gem, of Rockland, which went
ashore at Edgartown. March 81. remains in
the same position. with her cargo of lime ON
fire. She will be a total loss.
Schooner Chattanooga, Snare, from Bel
fast. arrived at Charleston the 9Th inst. with
loss Of boat and part of dcckload Had bad
weather the entire passage.
NORFOLK, April H. Brig Flcetwins, sag
ma lie Grand for Portland. before reported BY
Cape Henry signal station as Gi'masted, has
arrived. She reports being obliged to cut
away the masts in hurricane.
GLOUCESTER, April II. An arrival from
the Georges reports speaking schooner North
erncr, from this port who had taken off the
crew of the Nadab, of Ncwburyport. five in
number, four whom, including the captain,
belonging in Bqcksport. The schooner was
abandoned
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

Familiar conversation on his European
trip, by Rev. Mr.. Ecob, at the Congregations
al chapel this evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

Senator llamin, Wednesday, presented
the petition of Hannah l.. Stcarns, of Cas-
tine, aged eighty-two years, PRAYING that a
pension be granted her on account of the
war of 1872
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-15

Soon we shall hear the welcome whistle of
the steamboat
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fJ-Dlr patrons in RENTING money should do so
by check money ord r. or registered letter