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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27
REUNION
VETERAN TEMPERANCE HOSTS OF MAINE.

The undersigned members of the Legislature of
Maine session lsIi, and who voted for the passage
OF the original Maine Liquor Law, propose to meet
in contention at ,irame Hail. in Augusta, June ID.
at 10 O'Clock, \. NJ. that being the 2sth Anniversary
Of the signing of the Law by GOV. Hubbard cor
diaiy invite all their associates who favored its pas.
sage in Ia" Legislature, and all the friends ofprohi-
bilon t, where To seet with them, and unite in a
suitable Observance of the occasion.
Addresses may be expected by Hon. Neal Dow
Hon. ~ I. Morrill, Hon. 10; VI. Morrill,, Hon. Sid
nev Hrrham and others.
Halt fare on all railroads
JAMES BELL,
JoHS BRIDGES, ,.
DAVID GARLAND, ''''"'''''
THOMAS IITTiEFIEIp
!. VI. Bl'ZzELL,
ALDEN CHASE, Representatives.
Jon NLAREABEE, !
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27
Colby University Notes.

The first match game was played here Sat
urlay between Bowdoin and Colby. resulting
in the defeat of the home nine. Score II to ).
The Bowdoins went to the bat first and made
6 runs in the first inning hence it was evident
from this point that they had the game. They
have a strong team anil play we'll The Col
hvS were embarrassed by some bad errors ut
first, though There were fine plays during the
game. Noticeable among them was a three
base hit by Worcester. Some allowance
should be made for this nine a. they were
obliged TO play new men on list base and cen
ire field. \ large number witnessed the
game and good order prevailed throughout
1t is expected that the Bates club will play
here NEXT SATURDAY..
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27
Local Brevities.

Local Brevities.
"A match game of base ball was played on
Saturday last between the Pinatores and the
Alerts, resulting in victory for the Pima
fores by score OF is 10 j.
A rabid dog belonging to Mrs. Anlmi
True. bit dog of Mr.. Will Moore; and for
fear of disastrous results, both dogs were
killed. We believe Ito other dogs werp
bitten.
The Law Term of court will convene in
this city to-day. Five of the judges will be
present.
The funeral of the late John d. Lang
will take place in Nassalboro', on Wedncs-
day. Mr.. Lang was in the city several days
since, apparently in the best of health
All those having flowers TO contribute for
the soth, will please leave them ut Phil L.
Getchels hat store, corner Bridge and Water
streets, Thursday, the 10Th.
See notice elsewhere headed "Challenge
Accepted" by Thomas McGrath.
Mr.. Elisha Barrows, one of the substan-
tial farmers of Augusta, has Il yeariing colt
from Constellation, and ont of a Knox mare
weighing 700 lbs, standing II hands high. 1t
has the appearance of its size, and promises
to be good stopper.
The Methodist sociable will be held ON
this evening. with o. Williamson. Esq Rev
+. Martin and wife will be present.
YESTERDAY was an oyercoaiish day. with
high wind and piercing atmosphere.
MIR. V. A. Litleteld, formerly trader in
this city, is going West.
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I9ifD.

In Bclgratic MAY 10th, Leonard Austin, aged a.
In Alma, MAY Is, Mr.. >ewall simpson, aged o.
Years.
Ia Dresden Nav 10, Sir David u Goodwin, aged
- wears. pensoner oflsl2
In thelsea, Mass, Nav 10Th Mr. Arad Day, former
ly Of pamariscotia aged - years 3 months
In Belfast, May 9TH Mrs. Celia A. Hubbard aged
50 wears.
In roors Mills, Belfast April 23i, Miss Susan
Frost, aged about - wears.
In stockton, Mrs. Alice Panno, aged IS wears Sth
Lewis II. Panno, aged wears mos.
In North SearsmOnt, May Is. Mrs. Nancy Milliken,
aged 10 years
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27

The findings of the court martial in the
llazen Stanley case have passed the general
of the army and secretary of was, and are in
the Pros ilpnf's hands
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27
TILDEN,s INCOME TAX.
The United States District Attorney files
Bill.

New YORK, May &c. In the United states
court. the United States District Attorney
filed his bill of discovery in the case Of Sam
ucl j. Tilden, to recover for alleged dcicien-
cies in his income tax. The bill was filed on
the grouud that much of the testimony taken
before the commission out West was liable to
objection. and that this bill would make an
early trial possible. There are l4O6 items in
the bill and 400 questions, the answering to
which will be optional with Tilden. A sub
poena to answer will be issued probably to-
morrow
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North yassalbOrO' I. Locals.

Miss Lizzie NOVEL; arrived home last Sat
urday from the South where she has been
stopping the past two years with her sister,
Mrs George Hawes. Miss Novel; has been
having the shakes ever since her return
Mr.. Charles Hopkins has torn down his old
stable and is putting mp in it, place new
and larger one
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BASE BALL.

At Albany. New York-Albanvs. Spring
fields, }.
At Manchester, \. H.-Holyokes, 4;
Manchesters, 3. Fourteen innings.
At Providence, r. browns, As; Trni-
~ College, o.
At Rochester, n. Y.--Hop Bittcrs, 1 Buff
talocs, ,.
At Washington, ID. D.-Nationals, 4;
Troys g.
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Weather Indications for To-Day.

For New England and the Middle States,
rising possibly followed by falling barome-
ter. winds mostly westerly. cooler followed
by slightly warmer and generally clear
weather.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27
THE ZULU WAR.

CAFE Town, May PC. 1t is thought that
the /ulus will make a strong stand to cover
the lundi, probably ii system of cutting
adritt from the bay, when the advance COM
mences, and will be abandoned, and chain
of fortified posts will be constructed as in
vasion proceeds. The conviction is general
that the war will be prolonged over two cam
paigns.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27
MASSACHUSETTS,.
Railroad Matters.


BosToS, May 26. 1t is rumorcd that 1t i
proposed to consolidate the Eastern railroad
on solid financial basis. and that the Boston
4 Maine is willing to unite with the Eastern,
on plan of five or six shares of the latter in
exchange for one of the former. Phillips is
to BE- President Of both roads and Furber
general manager.
PedestrianIsm.
In the days go-as-you-please walk, fol-
lowing is the score of leading contestants at
3 7. NJ.
Manahan o: y. H.. G2i miles
Williams of Boston, colorcd, d ="
Hurley of East Boston, j3t -
Lacousc of Boston, - a.
Manahan is continually eating apple pie
and drinking cider.
Joseph Coughlan of Irwin, Mass, was
ahead at midnight, having scored ninety
miles.
Plymouth Society.
The annual meeting of the Plymouth So
ciety was held this afternoon at Plymouth
Hall, Plymouth
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TENN SSEE.
I.aWleSsness.

NASHVILLE, MAY 20. Considerable indig-
nation is prevailing against fourteen men
Just arrested near Murfrcsboro for burglary.
robbery. arson and murder. The Governor
addressed the crowd of excited citizens to-
night advocating moderation. Iynching is
feared.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27

WAsHINGToN, May 20. The President
says the report of Gen. Conway's interview
with him. in regard to the negro exodus, is
erroneous in several particulars, and says his
information has not led him to believe that
thousands are waiting on the banks of the
river awaiting transportation, and he did not
advise chartcring or sending steamers to car
ry them away.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27

WHEELING, May &c. Account will be
published tomorrow of the doings of the
50 called Niglants or Red Men of Wetzcl
county. \ number of people have been or
dered to leave on pain of death; and Litteton
county is threatened with summary vengence
for sympathyzing with the victims of the Red
Men.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27
W ASIIINGTON.
Committee Work.

WAsHINGToN, May 20. House committee
on epidemic diseases has agreed on a report
with favorable recommendation on bill
passed by thesSenate Friday, relative to Il
board of health.
The Wallace committee meet next We'd
nesday. 1t is probable the L. s. marshal for
the southern district Of New York will be ex-
aminod as to elections in New York city.
The Situation.
Notices have been sent to members of the
Joint dem. conference committee and it is
said they will hold a meeting this afternoon
to discuss the situation and if possible adopt
course of future proceedings.
The House dem caucus committee will
recommend that no further plans be decided
upon until the Senate disposes Of the silver
bill.
The President to-day received three hun
dred delegates of the Young Mems Christian
Association.
Court Martial.
The findings OF the court martial in the
lIazen Stanley case have passed the general
of the army and secretary of was. and are in
the Presidents hands.
Refunding Certificates.
Subscription to the per cent refunding
certificates, s., 09o, 600.
The secretary of the treasury does not adj
vance the price of rctunding certificates, be-
cause the law directs him ITO issue them in
exchange for lawful money OF the L. s."
which fixes the rate of sale.
Financial.
The secretary of the treasury requests the
holders of called bonds maturing before the
first of July, to send them TO the department
during June.
Emigration.
The American consul at Hamilton, Ont. ,
reports $500 emigrants to Manitoba, in the
last two months.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27
MISSOURI.
A Fraud.

ST. Louis, MAY 26. Papers. drafts, etc.
are found showing Cashier kerringcr has
been in collision for three years with Gold
soil, the latter obtaining $4,000 of Broad
way savings bank There is no prospect of
recovering a cent.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27
BY TELEG GRAPH.
Associated Press kilograms to the Daily
kcnncbcc journal.
MAINE NEWS By TELEGRAPH.

Fire.
BIppEroRp, May % The house and on
buildings of Mrs. Mary Lane, at Bddefor
were burned Monday morning. Loss about
81, 900: insured
Fatal Accident.
\ terrible accident occurred at Quarry
Gooch this afternoon, by which Geo. Little
efeld and l. Aver were blown up and fcarfully
mangled. They undertook to drill out the
old Lewis, when the charge ignited with
terrible results. Mr.. Littlcfield had both
arms, nose, and the top of his head blow n
off, and must die. Mr. Aver lost one arm
and his face was badly bruised and other.
wise injured
WI>cAssEr May 20. The new dwelling
house occupied by Leroy Young, Wiscasset,
was destroyed by fire at three o'clock Mon
day morning. Loss, $500; partially in
surcd.
LEWISTON, Nav 20. The house of Joshua
Holland, manufacturer of woolcns at Lime
rick, was burned to the ground Yesterday
morning, between / and II o'clock Cause
unknown.
Railroad Matters.
The Railroad Commissioners to-day ac-
ccptcd the plan for the route of the Sandy
River railroad and granted certificates allow
ing the construction of the road.
Indicted.
ALFRED, May %. The grand jury of the
supreme court of York Co. have found an
indictment against Luther 7. Call. late col
hector OF kitterv, for embczzlement of town
funds
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- -
GARRISON,S REMAINS.
The Funeral Fixed for Wednesday.

rison will be removed this evening to his
home at Newburyport. The funeral will
take place Wednesday. X is not decided
yet whether the funeral will be public or pri-
yatp.
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ILLINOIS.
Struck by Lightning.

CHIcAGo May 20. The Oriental Powder
Company's magazine, near Brighton, was de-
stroycd by lightning Sunday, together with
five hundred kegs of powder.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27
PFNNSYLV ANA.
Sad Accident.

PoTTsvILLr, May %. Jos. Casey, years
old, employed in lighting street lamps in
Scranton, Saturday night upset can of oil
over his clothes, and in some manner setting
fire was soon enyeloped in flames from head to
foot. He rushed for the river a quarter of a
mile away. and nearly reached it before lV
was oyertaken by citizens. who threw cloth
ing over him. cXtinguishing the flames, but
he WAS fatally burned
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27
Challenge Accepted.

accept Mike C1fee's challenge to walk me in
augusta ten, twenty five ifty miles, for twenty
fVrdollars Il side. Nan and money 10 be found 1T
the Cpny House Thursday next NJ I. VI.
THOMAS f. M,GRATU
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27

Drowned.
y. |. Walker, a noted smuggler, was car
ried over the falls at Niagara, yesterday, by
his boat being caught in the rapids. Body
has not been recovered. He frequently had
crossed at the same place, but one oar caught
a crab yesterday and he lost control of his
boat He saved two young men from the
same fate last year.
Destructive Fire.
The fire in Wa,son's warehouse was not
cxtinguishcd until this morning. 1t is esti-
mated salvage will reduce loss from 500. 600
to 500, 900.
RUNS Work.
Thos. Williams of Detroit was found in
the street by the police suffering from deliri-
um tremens, with $1,000 in his pocket.
4 Lunatic.
Daniel Mercer. a car driver, who shot and
killed his wear old daughter. in April is q
lunaic.
Miller 4 Gross candy factory is burned.
Loss S3O,0uO
Military Matters.
The 18th regiment was received with great
enthusiasm, on their return from Canada.
100000 Fire.
Fire in storage warehouse consumed Il
large quantity of cotton and hops. Loss
$500. 900.
Religious.
The Presbyterian general assembly, a,
Saratoga, adopted resolutions against reading
secular papers Sunday.
Fire at Buffalo.
BUFFALO, May t Several firms wer,
burned out by fire tonight. Loss reaches
| 100000
Sentenced.
UTICA, May 2G. Billy Catline leader OF
| the Little Falls grave robbers and burglars
I was sentenced on Saturday to ten years fo
burglary and five years additional for gray,
robbng.
| Drowned.
Two young men were drowned i'll Niagara
river, by the capsizing of boat.
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Railroad Matters.
NEW HAMPSHIRE.
Fire..

PLYMorTH May % The freight house
and engine house of the Boston, Concord 4
Montreal railroad, with three hundred bar
rels of -four were burned tonight.
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President Hayes Intends to Stand
Firm.

NEW YORK, May 26. The Tribune special
says the President assured some reps. that he
should not change his course in the least, in
order to make a back down for the dems any
easier. Sooner or later they will be obliged
to accept the situation and surrender. He
did not see why reps need mourn, the dem.
Congress had killed the dem. party.
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CONDENSED TELEGRAMS.

Cashier Kreiger of the Broadway Savings
Bank, st. Louis, has delivered himself 10
the police and is now in Jail
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The Celebration.

MONTREAL, May 26. Beecher preached TO
an immense congregation at the Methodist
church. The 18th regiment left at q O'Clock,
thousands of military and citizens cheering
the train as it left for home.
Personal.
Hon. George Brown has refused the dis
tinction of knighthood, from the governor
general
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27

Quite number Of our village residents
have taken W farms this spring. Mr.. Green
lief Smith ha. bought farm in Monmouth
Mr.. John Cover Ina, bought the Quincy
Stevens place. in the north part Of the town
although he will continue to do business in
the village. Mr. Adoniram jackson. our
well known hIacksmiih has hired farm a
short distance from the village. although his
son will carry on blacksmithing ~ usual
EVoryh0dy j. busy with spring orh." Farm
er| are improving the favorable weather and
are actively engaged in putting in their seed.
Notwithstanding the cool weather of the past
few DAYS, vegetation i, progressing finely.
The blossoms on the apple trees Indicate an
other abundant crop of that most important
product. the apple. Other fruit trees are also
| looking well.-lhc Reform Club had an in
tere>ting meeting Sunday. Mr. Berry from
! Pitt>ton. gave IN address which was lis
tened to with much interest. Interesting
remarks were also made by others present
| The Congrc gational society of this town is to
entertain the state Conference this year.
| The meetings will be held June 2ith. 18th
and 9Gth. \ large gathering i anticipated.
! This is one OF the largest religious bodies in
the State. and will doubtless prove of great
interest to our people of all denominations.
The Cnivcr,alists have purchased new
organ for their church. which has been set
mp. Ii i from the firm of Geo. Woods X
! Co. Boston. 1t has combination of pipes
and reeds. and although not a large instrl-
ment. it will be sufficiently heavy for the
church.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27

Parties order any of the Is articles for e. or
any Is for So send post or express paid.-Those or
dering ut once will have the advantage of full as
sorment of the above varieties. Cash to ACCOMPANY
orders receipts sent at once, and goods in April or
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27
Fatal Affray.

Friday night, at a primary election in the
llth ward, Pittsburg, Frederic Lincoln was
fatally injured, a negro badly hurt and others
injured.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27
CLEMATIS AND WlSTARlAS.
HoneysuckIes and Woodbines.

Japan Golden eayed, yellow, years
Dutch Monthly red and yellow, best bios.
SONS all summer,
Japonica, pure white,
scarlet Trumpet Plant, splendid climber
boss, large purple, new thing ="
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Railroad Matters.

The Wabash road has by purchase of the
Pekin, Peoria jacksonville railroad. Sc
cured independent connection with Jackson
vile and direct connection with st. Louis
and Chicann.
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PedestrianIsm.
NEW YORK..
Fire.

NEW YORK, May %. Three loaded iregh
cars on the Erie road were burned Sunday
Loss heavy.
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THE EXODUS.

Two young men were drowned in Niagal
river, by the capsizing of boat.
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Municipal Court.

Charles Henry Johnson, on complaint Of
Josie \. Ellis, for assault with intent to COM
init rape. was before the court Yesterday.
lie plead not guilty, was adjudged probable
cause to charge him and he was ordered to
recognize with sureties IN $500. He refused
10 recognize and was committed.
William Dobson, for drunkenness and d--
tnrbancc, was fined one dollar and costs.
which he refused to pay and was committed
John Kenny went TO Jail for thirty day.
for drunkenness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27
New York Stock Market.
California Mining stocks.

SAN FRANCISCO, May 70.
The following the closing official prices of min.
J inc sto
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27
Manchester Iornls.

What shall we do to be saved? We are
in dilemma. We have sunk deep into the
slough of dependency and how shall we ex-
food of greenhack orators. Turn whichever
way we will we find ourselves hemmed in by
this groenback rabble. Thursday, Manches-
ter Town Hall was again invested bv our
orator"al grccnback friends. This time the
bills informed our ci liens that there was to
ne greenback rally. Now this is really re-
freshing to have a rally after attending a
free lecture on hard times only last week
! Greenback rally, indeed. if it had not been
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27
POLITICAL AFFAIRS.
Senator Davis Condemns use of Troops
nj the Polls.

WAsmi>GroN, May &c. Senator Davis. in
a letter to the dems. of the Ill. Legislature,
says he is in favor of perfect freedom OF
elections from interference or presence CT
the army at the polls, and it is public scan
dial that any party should venture to ask the
peoples approval of species of tyranny
forbidden in England and wherever prinei-
pies are respected
In d. u
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House,
" EST VIRGINIA.
The SIked Men,

House not in session.
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TO PEOPLE HAVING HOMES
Beautify Your Grounds.

am prepared to send any parties the following
Climbing Roses, Wistaries, Cleinats, Woodbine and
HoneysUckle. all Of which are perfectly hardy and
aud true to NAME-at prices lower than ever sold
before have several thousand of each, and am
obliged to reduce my stock this spring
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The Situation.
Religious.
Court Martial.

The President to-day received three hun
dred delegates of the Young Mems Christian
Association.
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Ioral ann State X RUS.
Tuesday, May a, 1870.

Mr. :. B. Worthley. O.; hi, city. exhibits
to Us Colorado potato bug, OF full growth,
that he found eating the sprouts upon pota-
toes that have been planted and before
emerging from the ground. Bugs Of this de-
scriWion are often found near the top of the
ground indicating that frost has no disastrous
effect upon them; indeed, they appear to en-
JOY frost bath.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-05-27

s.liars. statesmen wanted tn se1i or
Staple Goods To dealers. No ieddlInE
Expenses paid. Permanent eniploy.
iuent. address !. A. GRANT L CO,
=, 1, q / ) Il zine 81. ClpsLsrAu. q
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1879-07-09
In MemOriam.

WHEREAS: Prof. Theodore Bernhard,
Principal of Union School No. l, and Prn.
cpal of the Watertown High School, has
been taken from US by memorable death,
therefore
Resolued That we embrace the oppor-
tunity TO express our profound sorrow at
the loss of such faithful true and efficient
prncipa and teacher.
Resolved That we bear foil testimony
to the thorough scholarship. the re markable
aptness in teaching, the fidelity to his duty
and the superior organizing and admins
trative talent Of the deceased: as manifest
ed IN bis career among Us during the past
nineteen years that he has been engaged in
our public schools
ResolOed, That we tender our heartfelt
sympathy to bis bereaved family for the ir.
reparable loss they have sustained and to
the teachers and pupils of our public schools
for the loss of such a valuable friend and
benefactor.
Resolved, That as an appreciation of the
services OF Prof. Bernhard, we send a copy
of these resolutions to the bereaved family
of the deceased, and also place a copy, as 8
memorial, in our High School.
In behalf of the Board of Education
E. SWEENY, Pres ident.
CHAS. F. NINMAN, Clerk