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The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1879-02-04

To leave the selection of the school
text books to the respective counties
throughout the State, is like setting up a
complicated piece of machinery, turning
on the steam, and leaving it without su'
perintendence.
The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1879-02-04

go, Lord" Kentucky minister pray
ed, "thou hast seen by the morning pa
pers how the Sabbath was desecrated
yesterday"
The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1879-02-04

Uniformity in textbooks is synono.
mous with economy in taxi boosss
The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1879-02-04

Straw Goods bleached and made up. am
determined to sell cheaper than sny other
establishment in Woodsaeld, or in the coun-
ty.
Place of business west Of the Court House
Call aud examine my stock.
msy2o,'73. NARY A. duTHERlB.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
BY TELEGR
Associated Press Telegrams to the Daily
kenncbec journal.
MAINE NEWS BY TELEGRAPH.
MURDEROUS ASSAULT.
Escape Of II Prisoner from the ROckiand
Lookup.
The Keeper Knocked Senseiess and len
for Dead.

RocKLAND, June II. Sam Haynes, no
torious thief, under arrest here for the nu-
mcrous recent robbercs in this citv. made a
murderous assault on his keeper, John Rob
bins, at the lookup, between II and II
o'clock last night. and escaped
Robbins had been very careless with the
prisoner, alowin him to remain in the outer
room of the police station with hlm and to
have access to a hammer and various loose
articles that he might use in an attempt for
freedom
At the time men toned Haynes suddenly
sprang upon Robbins, who was probably
doing. and struck him terrible blow with
an iron stove shaker, crushing in his skull
and knocking him to the floor HAYNES then
made his escape, there being nothing to pre-
vent his going.
The alarm was given by "A prisoner in the
cell below. and when the police arrived they
found Robbins weltering in his blood. The
wound was dressed by physician and he
was taken home, but his recovery is con>d-
cred impossible.
The police are now securing the country in
search of HAYNES. who is most desperate
fellow.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
CONDENSED TELEGRAMS.

Geo. Mctzger the oldest ex-member of the
Pennsylvania legislature, who served in that
body in 1913 and II, died in Carlisle, aged
% years.
A cargo of birch and spruce ship timber,
for Boston, cleared from ST. John yesterday,
the first shipment of the kind.
The general synod of the evangelical Lu-
theran church of the United States met in
convention at Wooster, o., Tuesday. One
hundred and eighty delegates were present.
The only business at the National car COM
pany meeting, at st. Albans, VT, Wednes-
day, was the election of directors.
A discrepancy of $4,000 was found in the
books of ex-county trcarurer Reynolds of
Vincenncs, Ind. a prominent and popular
democrat.
James Atkinson, cx-Mayor of Newport, r.
l., died suddenly in that city, of heart dis
ease, Wednesday night.
The money to pay Alabama's interest on
her bonded debt, due July lst, has been for
warded to New York.
Henry Stuart and William Elliot, for mur-
ders in the Indian Territory, have been SEN
fenced to be hung August 30.
President Phillips of the Eastern Railroad,
made a thorough inspection of the Portland,
Saco 4 Portsmouth road, in a special train,
yesterday.
AT Landersvile Ga, the Catholic church
was blown down and considerable other dam
age done by cyclone yesterday.
Commodore Parker was buried at Annapo-
lis yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
KEII.Ot:t:.SPOFFORD CASE.
Testimony Of sRichard Brooks, Member
of Packard Legislature.

WAsuiN0ToN. June II. In the Kellogg
Spofiord case, colloquy in relation to the
arrest of Dclacy, for perjury took place
Richard Brooks, (colored) member of the
House of Representatives, in the Packard leg
i>laturc, testified to being present when kel-
logg was elected. Murray tried to induce
him to swear he was bribcd by Kellogg. Cav
anac told him he could get white men. but he
preferred colored men.
Ross Stewart asked him to go over to the
Nichols legislature, saying if eight or ten
members 60 over they will get $1,000 each
Charles Brown and Richard Sims, colorcd
members of the Packard Legislature in II,
tcstiticd-thc former to an attempt of bribery
by Murray, in the interest of Spotiord. and
the latter in rebuttal of Murray testimony of
himself
j. Il. Watson. a colorcd letter carries in
New Orleans, said he never told Murray he
occupied Thomas seat in the legislature on
election day, and voted for Kellogg. He gave
an account of the arrangement with Murray
and Cayanac, to swear to the affidavit of that
effect, for which he was to receive $500.
An ignorant black man named Robert
johnson, also testified against Murrays char
acter
Robert +. Dcshard, chief clerk of the Pack
ard legislature, testified as to the number of
Legislators voting for Kellogg.
Adjourned.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
FOREIGN INTELLIGENCE.

PARIS, June II. Blanqui has been released
and has arrived in Paris.
Algerian advices of yesterday are that the
insurgents appear to be flying in the direction
Of Tunis. They number 800 foot and 100
horscmen.
1t i. stated now as probable that the Senate
Will vote in favor of return of chambers to
Paris.
CoNsTASTISoPLE, June IL. The Sultan is
determined to sanction reforms demanded by
the Cretans.
NEW YORK, June ~. Gable specials say
| a profound sensation was caused in Berlin,
yesterday, by the sighting reception given
Bismarck by the Empress Augusta. The
Emperor greeted him with the greatest frank
ness. 1t is known that the Empress has long
entertained most bitter dislike for the Chan
| cellor
The Khedve of Egypt has received des-
patches from Capt. Gessi, indicating that the
slave trade at its chief centre is crushed, and
| the rich territories of the Soudan are likely
soon to be open to civilization. Capt. Gessi
fought seven battles in all with the slave
traders on the Gazelle river. All the slave
nations were destroyed, and the establish
ment of civilized rulers will prevent further
| raids
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
COLOR ADO.
Railroad Matters,

DENVER, June II. The following details
are given relative to the service of writ of
injunction, by which the Denver & Rio
Grande railroad company recovered posses
sion between Denver and Alamosa and near
ly all of the remaining portions of the SER
vice:
At all points between Denver and Pueblo
it was unattended by serious opposition, but
at South Pueblo, where the most rolling
stock and power had been accumulated, a
large body of armed men was organized to
resist the sheriff With $50 men he succeed
ed however in driving them out of the rail
road buildings, and besides recovery of rail
road property took 80 stands of arms and
some ammunition. Some shots were here
exchanged and one man seriously if not NOR
tally wounded.
\ train was fired on at Cucharas and one
man killed. The fire was returned and two
assailants mortally wounded They then dis
persed.
At point further north the mob fired on
the south bound train, killing one man. The
party on the train returned the fire, seriously
wounding one assailant, and subsequently
captured the survivors.
1t is reported that two men were killed at
Cucharas, yesterday. in the railroad war be-
tween the Denver < Rio Grande and Atchi-
son, Topeka 4 Santa fe roads
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
Gardiner Local News.

johnson Hall was filled Tuesday aud
Wednesday evenings TO witness the Cantata
of Esther. Everybody was delighted with
it. The soloists filled their parts admirably,
and the choruses were grand and inspiring.
The splendid and snowy costumes of the
leading characters, and the tasty dresses
of the members of the chornscs added
much to the interest OF the occasion
by the request of many of our citizens, the
tantata of Esther was repeated Thursday
evening for the benefit of the orchestra. This
was not for the individual profit of the mcii-
bers of the Amphion club, but to enable
them to purchase bass vol, and procure a
piano for the use of the club when practicing.
Last evening, at about half-past eight
O'Clock, Theodore Hayes, the 10 years old
son of Mr.. Charles Hayes of this city. fell
from the new coal shed in the rear of the
Journal office. and was quite severely in
jured. A cash was cut completely through
the lip, his wrists sprained and chin badly
bruised. A physician was summoned and
his wounds dressed No bones were broken.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13

The removal of the L. $. Salmon breed
ing works from Bucksport to Dead Brook in
Orland is due to several reasons AT the
present location, there will not be so much
vegetable growth, the water will be of a more
uniform temperature, and the transportation
of salmon from the Penobscot river to the
works is much easier. Mr.. Stillwell. Fish
of salmon averaging about ten pounds,
being caught in the Pcnobscot this spring.
He doubts but these are the salmon that were
planted in the Pcnobscot some five years
since
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13

Local ISreNUtes.
The STANDARD is silent in regard to the
doings of the municipal court. Does the
record of drunkenness and disorderly con-
duct come too near its editorial staff?
Would the revelation thereof be too personal: !:
Logs that seem to be of last winters cut.
are running in the Kennebec.
The graduation exercises Of the Augusta
high school will be held on Friday evening of
next week. Hanagan's Orchestra will fur
nish music.
Senator Bane's family have reached the
city, and Mr.. Blaine will probably return
Immediately on the adjournment of Congress.
We join with the Farmer in being graft
fed at the announcement that Mr.. Benz
Davis who has been confined to his house for
several weeks with serious illness, is decided
ly better every indication of his case prom
ises return to health He will be warmly
welcomed by a host of friends when he is able
to again appear on our streets.
Mr.. c. A. Davis of this city, entered upon
his duties as clerk in the Office of State Treas
urer on Monday. 1t is understood that he is
to take the place of Mr. Fogler, who is one
of the most efficient clerks ever employed in
the office.
And still they go to Towards for thrifty
plants, (raised in Auburn, Me-
Holmes paintings continue to be the at
traction. The bidding has become quite
liyely
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
Maine Medical Association.


The association reassembled in Portland.
Wednesday morning at o'clock.
DIR. S. II. Weeks of Portland, exhibited Il
case of Talipes Varus which came under his
observation at the Maine General Hospital.
He illustrated the case by plaster cut of the
foot of the young patient as it appeared before
treatment, and then brought forward the pa
tient for comparison The child formerly
walked on the outer margin of the foot, but
now can the soles with perfect ease.
DIR. +. +. Holt of Portland, read paper
on "Strabismus Convergens.
Frank NJ. Putnam of Winthrop, and Au-
reia Springer of Lewiston, were elected
members of the association.
DIR. VIM. NJ. Rogers of Ilampden read a
paper ON ''AscitcS."
Dr. o. A. IIorr of Lewiston, read paper
on "Paster of Paris in Surgery" After
the discussion by Drs. Libby, Donovan.
Brckett. Smith, Meserve, Weeks and Hll
DIR. Gordon exhibited little boy as an illus
trative case of the benefits of the plaster of
Paris jacket.
| Dr. J. T. Gilman of Portland, in a few elo-
quent remarks upon the character and servic-
es of the late President, Theodore II. Jewe EFT.
NJ. d., offered series of resolutions indica-
tive of the esteem with which he was held by
his associates The resolutions were adopt
ed.
DIR. c. A. Packard of Bath delegate to the
Medical School of Maine, made his report,
showing the excellent condition of that insti-
tuition.
DIR. J. NJ. Bates recommended that the
committee on she State Board of Health be
continued.
AT the assembling of the society at 3 p. NJ.
the following election of officers took place:
President-Dr. Seth c. Gordon. Portland.
| Vice Presidents-Drs. j. B. Walker, Thom-
aston; A. X. =. Meserve, Buxton.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13

Capital Lodge Knights of Honor, of this
city, have chosen the following officers for
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
EASTERN AFFAIRS.

vienna, June II. Though the retirement
of Andrassy is not certain, it may be regard
ed probable owing to embarrassments caused
by the terms of the Austro-Turkish conven-
ton.
Servia, in consequence of Russian pressure,
yielded the disputed frontier districts to Bull
garia.
All the powers concur in Russia's proposal
that Alcko Pasha be not allowed to summon
Turkish troops without consent of an abso-
lutte majority of the international commits
sion.
rian authorities, with body of Russian
troops, have taken forcible possession of the
frontier districts in Servia, driving out the
Scrvian officials. Populace is angry and dis
contented at the action of the Russians.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
POLITICAL AFFAIRS.
Wade TTamptOn's Sentiments Those OF
the Whole south.

NEW YoRK, June ~. Wade Hampton, in
an interview, Says the sentiments he uttered
recently in the Senate is the sentiment of the
whole South. The South don't dictate the
policy of the democratic party. The North
crn press mistakes the true disposition of the
Southern people. They do not wish to in
jure the nion. The impression that negroes
are bound to he republican is incorrect, as
many colorcd men always have been consis-
tent democrats.
Democratic Caucus.
CoNCoRD, y. H., June II. The democrat
ic legislative caucus made the following nom
nations
Secretary of State--G,orgc Ptman of Bart
lett.
State Treas Edwin 4. Peterson Of Green
land.
State Prnter-Chas c. Pearson of Con-
cord
Commissary Gcneral-David NJ. White of
Pcterboro'.
Hon. Harry Bingham of Littlcton, was
nominated rs candidate for L. ). Senator.
and accepted the nomination.
Republican Caucus.
The republican legislative caucus tonight,
ON the ninth ballot. nominated Henry W.
Blair of Plymouth, for United States Sena-
tor.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13

Turner, the greenback spread-eagle, was
prancing around and shouting in greenback
meeting at Chandler's Mills, the other even
ing, making glaring misstatements, when he
was interrupted by Daniel Colder, Esq, who
asked him some very pertinent questions.
Turner was unable to answer them, but got
out of his fix by shouting, ''There's a bond
holder here! There's bondholder here :"
Those are the kind of arguments" the
greenbackers use.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13

The directors of the Wiscasset Savings
Bank seem quite confident that the bank will
pay the full amount of deposits in due time,
while some outside are fearful. The bank
lars worth of Wiscasset bonds, also several
pieces of real estate situated in town, which
could not, under present circumstances, be
sold at their real value. The examiner con-
sdered the bank solvent. 1t has reserve
fund
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
BASE BALL.

At Worcester, Mass.-Albanys ), Worces-
tiers o.
At Syracuse, n. Y.-Buffalos ), Syracuse
Stars 3.
At Holyoke, Mass.-lIolyokes Is, Nation
ais <.
At Brockton, Mass-Cticas of n. y, s,
Brocktons ).
At Troy. New York -Chicagos l3, Troy
Citss g.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13

The following from the Journal Of Educa-
ton, in relation to former citizen Of Angus
ia, is very fiattering:
Mr.. w. o. Fletcher of Biddeford, is doing
excellent work in the high work Of that flour
ishing city. Mr.. Fletcher has risen to his
present position and popularity by his excel
lent ability and persistent industry. He COM
bines excellent teaching-power with great
tact in school management. while his genial
manners and Christian character give him
great influence for good in society.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
Fatal Accident.

BELFAST, June ~. Albert L. Stevens of
Belfast was killed and Charles Bradford of
Bangor seriously injured by the falling of IA
cottage in process of repair, at Northport
this afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13

The Boston Pinafore Company are to pre-
sent that popular play at Wilson Hall, Halo
well, on Wednesday evening of next week.
-Four hundred tickets have already been sold.
Tickets for the same may he had at J. W.
Clapp's and if enough are sold here an extra
train will be run to Hallowell, leaving here
at 7.30, and returning after the performance
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
THE ZULU WAR.

CARE Town, June y. Two chiefs and
three hundred followers from BasutOland
have been captured. Forty wagons were re-
covered. A force of cavalry has visited
Isandula and buried the bodies of soldiers
who fell on the 22d of January
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
Religious.

PORTLAND, June II. At the Second Adj
ventist conference, to-day. Rev. :. X. Part
ridge was elected President for year ensuing
Rev J. \. Libby was chosen Secretary.
Eight delegates were appointed to the general
conference in Boston, in August. 1t was
voted to raise five hundred dollars for mis-
sion works
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13

From u. Ditson 4 Co, We have amclOdiOus
song, "Let others seek" &C., by Arthur
sullivan, with the handsome face of the IA
nous composer adorning the title Also one
of Roeckel's songs, "The River and the
Rose - and pleasing ballad and chorus,
called "The Chain of Daisies" of which
George Cooper wrote the words. We have
also the charming "Fairies' March, by Men
delssohn from ''Mdsummer Nights Dream,
galop from the new opera "Fatinitza," and
bright four-hand piece by Christie, called
Sparkling Jewels"
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
Weather Indications for To-day.

For New England and the Middle States
higher pressure and cooler, clear or cloudy
weather, preceded by local coast rains, ex-
cept slightly higher temperature on the coast
and northwesterly winds.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
THE INDIANS.

SAN FRANCIsCo, June II. At the council
of the Umatilla reservation, the chiefs asked
four days to consider the subject, before Civ
ing final answer. The council adjourned
until Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
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WOInan's Wisdom.

''She insists that it is of more Importance, that
her family shall be kept in full health, than
that she should have all the fashionable
dresses and styles OF the times. She there
fore sees to it, that each member of her fami
ly is supplied with enough Hop Bitters, at the
first appearance of any symptoms of ill health,
to prevent fit Of sickness with its attendant
expense, care and anxiety All women
should exercise their wisdom in this way. -
EN
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
Suit.
Found.
SEBR 4.


DEApwooD, June II. The stage from
Sydney to Dcadwood was stopped by five
masked men few miles north of Cheyenne
river, at midnight Tuesday. The passengers
were robbed, the mail bags cut and registered
letters taken The rest were >trcwn along
the road.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
superior Court-Judge whitehouse.

Ht ksbAl, JuHt Iz
Hubbard VS. Chase, to recover for injuries
done to PITS sheep by the deft's dog, on trial
since Tuesday noon. The arguments OF
counsel and charge of the judge occupied the
forenoon session. After dinner, the jury re-
tired with the case, and after laborng until
half-past five came in with verdict for de-
fendant. The court Immediately adjourned.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
TEXAS.
lInveiling u Bust.

GALVESTON, June II. The unveilng of
the bronze bust of VIM. Gilmore Sims, poet
and novelist, took place in the presence of
large assemblage at White Point Garden,
yesterday, by two of the grand daughters of
Sims. An address was given by W. ID. Por-
ter of this city.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
NEW YORK.
Mrs. Hall.

New York, June II. Papers here state
Mrs. DIR. Hail. who was found murdered yes
terday. was prominent member of the So
roSis and other wOmcn's societies She for
mcrly was wealthy. but lost heavily by spec
ulations. Her husband. with whom she lived
unhappily. is under the eve of detective.
He seemed indifferent when questioned.
SunstrOke.
There were three eases of sunstroke in this
city yesterday.
Court Matters.
The trial OF Jimmy Hope, for alleged con-
spiracy in the Manhattan Savings Bank, has
commenced.
\ suit has been brought against Postmaster
James for l00Oo, for alleged infringement
on stamp cancelliag apparatus.
West Point.
At West Point. Gen. Sherman, Chief JUS
ticc Waite and Gen. Pope addressed the grad
uating class, and Gen. Schoficd awarded the
diplomas. The Russian Minister was among
the visitors
Rose Ellarn, young daughter of wealthy
parents in Lee, Mass, who has been missing
since May -. was found in the bowcry to-
night, sick from want of food. She had
cloped with her brother, Walter Griffin, who
had apparently deserted her.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
loral ann State Nrms.
Friday, June 13, 1879.

sy-FAMILIEs OR INDIVIDUALS alb
sent from the city during the travelling
season can have the Journal mailed to
their address for any length OF time they
may designate, ut sixty Cents per month,
or three cents per copy. free of postage. by
ordering the same mt the Office.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13

The Gardiner Journal says that the Star of
the Fast waits until the mixed train arrives
from Augusta before leaving, on her days of
sailing,-about five minutes past three.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13

Wheeler Bros. & Co., have sold out their
hat, cap and fur business in Gardiner, and
Mr.. NJ. l.. Wheeler, who has had charge of
the store for several years, is going to Bos
ton, where he contemplates going into busi-
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
CANAD


OTTAWA, June - Prince Edwards Island
claims II million and a quarter dollars from
the Dominion government, as its share of the
Halifax award, on the ground that Prince
Edwards Island was II separate government
at the time of the Washington treaty.
Murder.
WELLAND, June II. Charles Garrett was
fatally shot to-day by VIM. Alexander.
Cause, seduction of young lady friend of
Alexander's.
Fire.
ELoNA, June II. The Commercial Hotel
stables, with six horses and large number
of vehicles, were burned last night. Hotel
partly burned. Loss Sl2, 900.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
Robbery.

The San Antonio stage was stopped by four
masked men at Menardsville, last night, and
the mail bags rifed.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13

The Senate judiciary referred to the sub
committee the question in connection with
Scc'v McCrary's nomination as to whether
the nomination can be consttutonally con-
tirmed for vacancy not yet created cspc-
cally if the person so nominated continues to
occupy another office until the office appoint
cd To is actually vacant.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13

The Law Court will convene in Bangor. on
Tuesday next. Chief Justice Appleton will
preside.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13

The Young Ladies Board of Missions have
under preparation novel and interesting
entertainment, to be given in connection with
strawberry festival in Meonian Hall. Due
notice of the evening will be given.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
ILLINOIS.
Railroad Accident.

CHICAGO, June II. \ serious collision be
tween freight and switch trains, on the LAX,
Shore & Michigan Southern railroad to-day
resulted in the killing Of the engineer an'
demolition of the cars and engine.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13
FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL
New York Money Market.
Erening Report.

Erening Report.
NEW YORK, June Il.
Money loaned at Sgt y cent. on call, closing ut
j. a3- per cent.
Sterling 4s7 a4s7 for long, and is9 as9l for short
sight.
Carrying rates, l-a2-; borrowing rates. 3la.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13

Mt. Vernon republicans have chosen the
following delegates to the State convention :
Hon. Moses S. Mavhew. Rev. c. +. Young.
Lyman Dolloff, Rufus T. Fletcher.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1879-06-13

The campaign tri-weekly edition Of the
Standard has appeared. 1t is the hair OF the
anne old disloyal. copperhead dog.