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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
WASHINGTON.
Committee Work.

WASHINGTON, December Is. The House
committee on Indian affairs held lengthy
meeting and reviewed the whole Indian ques-
ton, specially as to what will be done with
the Utes in Colorado. The Senate joint res
olution was amended in several particulars
and finally adopted by the committee for re-
port to the House with recommendations for
its passage, in the following terms: Re
solved, ETC., that the Secretary of the Inter-
Tor is hereby authorized, through commits
sion to be appointed by the President, or by
direct negotiation as he may deem best, to
enter into an agreement with such of the Ute
Indians in Colorado rs have not by acts of
hostility to the United States, or otherwise
forfeited rights under existing treaties, for
the extinguishment of their title to so much
of their reservation in said State as may be
deemed necessary in the judgment of said
commission or of the Secretary of the Inter
Tor for their removal and settlement in some
other suitable place in Colorado, provided
said commission or Secretary of the Interior,
in any agreement with the Indians for a ces-
sion of any part of their reservation in Colo
RADIO, shall obtain before said session shall be
made, the valid consent of said Utes, as pro-
vded in section Is of the treaty made March
2, 1868, between the government of the
United States and the Utes and provided
that no agreement made with said Indians
shall be valid unless agreed to by three
fourths of all the adult male Indians who
have not forfeited their treaty rights as afore-
said, occupying or interested in the same, and
provided that Congress confirms said cessiOn.
Said Secretary of the Interior shall report
his proceedings under this resolution to Con-
gress for its consideration and approval.
Expenses of such negotiation to be paid by
the United States, and $4,000 are hereby
appropriated.
The Oliver Case.
The court granted the motion of counsel
fer Mrs. Oliver, that her appeal be heard
without printing the record, and the case
continued until the fourth Monday in Janu-
airy.
Postal Matters.
The post Office department has issued a
catalogue of nearly $4,000 separate lots OF
articles accumulated in the dead letter office,
which to be sold at auction in this city dur
ing the present week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
ANOTHER HORROR.
The Remains Of Missing Man Found
in an Old Shaft.
Evidences of Other Remains both Hu.
man and Animal in the SHAFT.
NO ONE WILLING TO DESCEND TIE
SHAFT

TUSNELToS, w. Va, December 10. Grea
excitement prevails over the discovery of tho
remains of Joseph NJ. Ashby, yesterday, in
an old shaft over King Wood tunnel near
here. He was last seen alive Oct. 90, and
was found at the bottom of a shaft at the
depth of l27 feet. George Williams, coal
miner, who made the descent, cannot be per-
suaded to go down again, and asserts there
are evidences of other remains both human
and animal A light lowered to the bottom
revealed a mans leg and arm. A man named
Sanders, who has been missing for two weeks,
is feared to have shared Ashby's fate. No
one seems to be willing to make the descent
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
EASTERN AFFAIRS.

LONDON, December 10. The Paris news
papers print telegram asserting that Russia
has proposed to the powers collective step
at Constantinople, to accelerate the surren-
der of Gusinjee at Montenegro.
CoNsrANrINopLE, December IA. The
Porte has sent circular to its representa-
tives abroad, reciting the measures taken to
secure the surrender of Gusinjee, and ex-
pressing the hope that Montenegro will not
precipitate matters, as some delay iswecessa-
nv il bloodshed is to be avoided.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

Superior Court-Judge WhitehOuse pre-.
gliding.
SATURDAY, Dec. 18th.
The trial of Levi Lombard, begun yester-
day, occupied the court till 81 o'clock in the
afternoon. The jury brought in verdict of
not guilty. J. H. Potter was counsel for
def.
Charles f. Collier, senior member of that
well remembered concern of Collier, Hamil-
ton Co., which failed more than four years
ago, was indicted this term for cheating by
false pretences as to the financial standing Of
his firm. Isaac F. Thsmpson, an endorser
to the extent of one thousand dollars, appears
to be the prosecutor. The case was never
brought up before the jury, and was disposed
of by the entry of mol pros.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
MARYLAND.
SUSPECTED Murder.

BALTIMORE, December l3. Santos Aqua
Lopez, another of the crew of the wrecked
schooner Nj. and +. Henderson, was arrested
to-day. He, together with Annette and Pei
Iona, have been sent to Jail by the l.. S.
Commissioner, to await further developments
in relation to the suspected murder of the Of
ficers of the schooner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
BY TELEG GRAPH.
[ Associated Press kilograms to the Daily
Kennebec Journal.
MAINE NEWS by TELEGRAPH.
Fire in Farmingdale.

FIRE IN FarmlnguaIes
GARDINER, December IS. The barn OF
Chas. r. Glidden of Farmingdale, and con-
tents-twelve tons of hay and farm impIe-
ments, was burned. Insured for eight hun
bred dollars in the Roger Williams Co.
Marine News.
PORTLAND, December 10. The steamer
Quebec sailed for Liverpool this afternoon.
Found Dead.
John McDonough of Bangor, was sentenc-
ed by Judge Fox, in this city, for selling liq-
uor without revenue license, and committed
to Jail here, and was this morning found dead
in his CELL Cause, heart disease.
Appointment.
James Treat is appointed Postmaster ut
Bucksport Centre, Hancock Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
WEATHER REPORT.

War Dept, Office Chief Signal Officer, /
Washington, ID. c., Dec 15,-l a. m. !
Indications for the Next "a Hours,
For New England.
Falling and low barometer, variable winds,
threatening and rainy weather, partly a.
snow over the interior, followed Monday
night by rising barometer, westerly winds,
and probably clearing weather. Cautionary
signals continue at Eastport, Portland and
Section Z.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
NEW BRUNSWICK.


NEWCASTLE, December ID. Two young
ladies', May Williston. daughter of Judge
Williston, and Jennie Watt, daughter Of G..
C. Watt, while skating yesterday, broke
through the ice and were drowned Bodies
recovered.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

Wearing caps without visors is said to be
the first step toward becoming round shout
dered. The head is thrown forward to avoid
the sun full in the face, and the shoulders
soon follow in the same direction.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

We have received from the famous house
of L. Prang & Co., Boston, a large assort-
ment of samples of the beautiful Christmas
and New Years Cards prepared by them for
the csming holidays, and they are fascinating
illustrations of the perfection Of American
art Messrs. Prang & Co., were the first to
introduce these cards to the American public;
and they have every year increased their at
tractiveness by bringing better and better ar
tistic work into their execution. The variety
Of the assortment of the present season isvery
large, embracing landscape, animal, birds,
figures and floral designs. The improvement
in these cards has been such that Messrs.
Prang & Co., are not only outselling the for
eign cards in this market, but effect very
large sales in England and on the continent
of Europe, successfully competing with the
foreign cards in their own markets.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
Danger Signals.

Five eminent men have died within the
past few weeks Of Brights Disease, and many
more will soon die of the same fearful des-
troyer because they do not take Warmers
Safe Kidney and Liver Cure, the only sure
remedy for this and other kidney and liver
diseases.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

Mr.. Robert Gould of Farmingdale has ac-
cepted position in the office of Messrs. f.
C. Allen & Co. Augusta as business cores
pendent, and assumed his duties last Thurs
day morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
SOUTH AMERICAN WAR.

New YORK, December ID. The Peruvian
Charge DAffails received cable advices from
Panama, announcing a partial engagement
at Tarapaca, where 2500 Chilians were routed
1000 killed, and IL Krupp guns and mitrail
leuses captured.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
MISSOURI.
Court Matters.

ST. LOUIS, December 49, 1t is reported
her that the U. S. Circuit Court at Topeka,
Kas., yesterday, set aside the sale of the
Kansas Pacific Railroad to Jay Gould, and
refused to order another sale.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

N-FRYER HILL is undoubtedly the lead
ing bonanza for silver-mining in Colorado.
The Dunkin Silver Mining Co., has strong
board of officers in New England, and stocks
or any information may be had from II. Il.
Townsend, Boston, the N. Z. Agent.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
EGYPTIAN AFFAIRS.

New YORK, December Ii. Acable special
says the Abyssinian chiefs of the army of
King John, which had assembled on the
Egyptian frontier, made their way into the
Khedive's territory on the 18th inst, and
succeeded in levying a tribute from his SUBJ
jects.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

Judge Libbey, and Judge Peters of Ban
gor have been holding hearing on the Croker
jackson estate case, in the County Commits
sioners room at Bath.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

The quarterly meeting of the New England
Psychological Society will be held at the new
hospital in Worcester, Mass. on the 10th
inst DIR. Harlow of this city is President Of
the Society for the current year.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

Rev. Mr.. Tilden did not deliver his lecture
last evening, on account Of the storm. 1t
will probably be given next Sunday. if the
weather nermits
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
YER MONT.
COunterfeiter Arrested.

NORTH Troy, December ID. Mr.. II. ID.
Bruce was arrested and held in $500 for
passing counterfeit fives on the Troy, N. Y,
Bank number of counterfeit bills were
found in his possession
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
NEW HAM PSIIIRE.
Funeral of Hon. Amos Tuck.

EXETER, December Is. The funeral of
Hon. Amos Tuck, ex-member of Congress,
took place this afternoon was largely at
tended. Gov. Matt Head and Hon. j. w.
Patterson were among those present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

Rev. DIR. Butler of North Vassalboro', lee
lures in Waterville in the 'Ironclad" course,
Wednesday evening Dec. II.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
Severe Drought Ended.

PETERSBURG. December Is. The drought
which has prevailed in this section of the
State during the past months, drying wells
and streams in the adjacent country, caus-
ing mills to cease operations, and great in
convenience to farmers, has been virtually
brought to close by the heavy rains in the
past few days. The drought was the severest
and most protracted experienced in this
neighborhood for many years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

Twenty-Five freight cars passed this station
for Bangor and way stations, Saturday after
noon. Their has been large increase in
freight transportation since the first of No
vemher
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
A Congressman Indicted.
PENNSYLVANIA.
Gen. Grant.

PIrrsDURG, December ID. The banquet
to Gen. Grant tonight was attended by 200
prominent citizens. J. ii. Rickerson pre-
sided. Gen. Grant responded to the toast
very briefly.
Grant was formally welcomed by Judge
Agnew, to which Grant responded briefly,
saying it was source of qualification to him
that his course in public life has been ap-
proved
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

Mr.. Conn, Chief Of Police at Woburn,
Mass, attended the S. J. Court in this city
last week, and testified against the two horse
thieves brought here for trial. His weight
10 only 124 pounds but he was fully able to cope
with those who were guilty of crime.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

A vicious horse standing near the sidewalk
Saturday, snapped at boy passing by, and
took his hat from his head.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
NEW YORK.
The Central System.


New YORK, December ID. A vote was
taken to-day at the produce exchange on the
question whether the central system should
be retained in the exchange or not. The
whole number of votes cast was 1878, of
which 6GS were in favor of retaining it, and
COS against its being retained.
Railroad Matters.
The World says it is reported that con-
tract has been signed in Philadelphia, be-
tween the Texas & Pacific Railroad Com
pany and Construction Company for the
construction of 100 miles of road from Fort
Worth to Ell Paso
A Syracuse dispatch says Gen. Burt of
Boston had a consultation with James J.
Belden, president and principal owner of the
Chenango Valley Railroad, inj reference to
the purchase of the Chenango road in the in
terest of Boston capitalists and railroad men.
The English Mission.
1t is stated that that President Hayes told
Senator Hoar, to-day, if James Russell
Lowell would resign the Spanish mission he
would appoint ex-Gov. Bullock of Mass, as
Minister to England.
A Congressman Indicted.
A dispatch from Patterson, N. j., says
Beryne county Grand Jury has indicted Con-
gresham Charles II. Voorhees,, late Presi-
dent of the First Natsonal Bank of Hack
ensack county. The Indictment is based on
transactions connected with the bank. If he
can be arrested he will probably be arraigned
Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
CANADA.
Suicide.

CowANsvILLE Que, December ID. Edward
Fuller, an old man, died from the effects of
three shots in the head and three in the body,
self inflicted with suicidal intent
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

The County Commissioners will be in ses-
sion tomorrow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

Hay was selling on the street Saturday at
Sl2 per ton. Several loads were disposed OF
at that price.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
Marrien.

In Fairfield, Dec. O. Mr.. William II. TOtman to
Miss Lucy A. Wyman.
In Newport, N. H., Dec. 3, Mr.. Geo. NJ. Smith of
Lempster graduate of Colby, to Miss Lila A. Paul
of Newport.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

Very taking.-Colds. Very glad.-The
Druggists. The very best remedy.-Dr.
Bulls Cough Syrup.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

A new ice house is being erected on the
brook road.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

The temperance meeting Sunday afternoon
opened in the usual form. Interesting re-
marks were made by Bros. b. F. Gaslin,
Charles Stone, II. X. Choate, DIR. Dilling-
ham, Samuel Lane of Gardiner, and many
others. Tie time was fully taken up in
speaking and singing. Quite q number
signed the iron-clad pledge.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

MANCHESTER, December 10. The ami
versary of the Methodist Episcopal Tract
Society and Sunday School Union COM
mencec this evening, and will continue until
Tuesday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

Ex-Gov. A. p. Morrill, has been confined
to his house nearly two weeks from a severe
attack of rheumatism in the region Of the
heart He has had the attendance of Doctors
Thompson & Hill of this city, who reported
slight improvement in his condition Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

What 90 has done in Wall Street BY legitimate
Stock Speculati0ns. Pamphlet explaining everything
sent nee. SIMPSON & CO., ~ Exchange Place,
New York. oct29fe DAWN
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
MASSACHUSETTS.
A Fearful Record.

GLOUCESTER, December 10. The fishing
season closes with fearful record of losses
32 vessels, valued at over 100000, and go
men, having sailed to return no more.
Strike.
SPRINGFIELD, December ID. To-day the
weavers in Lac0wsic wooden mill, at Harm
den, struck for an increase of 10 per cent. in
wages, which had recently been given the
night hands Their places will be filed with
new men.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
Strike.
Onerafiyes, Meeting.

OLDHAM, December IS. A mass meeting
of cotton operatives held to day, adopted res
olutions protesting against the overtime sys-
tenn. The meeting also resolved that from
Monday operatives shall commence working
on old time, and any operative who shall be
discharged therefor shall be supported.
Personal.
BosToN. December Is. Late tonight the
| condition of Bishop Gilbert Haven is little
more favorable.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
Tifn.

In Wiuslow, Dec. 10, Mrs. Julia +. Taylor wife Of
Mr.. Calvin Taylor, aged 30 years, month and II
days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

Dissolution of Partnership.
DUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given, that the firm
Il known AS HAYNES DEWITT, and doing bust.
In Ice is this day dissolved by mutual consent of
all the members thereof and hereafter all business
of said firm viii be done and continued under the
name of THE HAYNES & DEWITT Ice COMPANY.
J. MANCHESTER HAYNES.
II. A. DEWITT.
Augusta, Maine, Dec. LIST, 1879.
HAYNES & DEWITT ICE CO.,
dec1lttf BY H. A. DEWITT, Treas.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15
JOHN c. HAYNES & co.,
80 COURT STREET, BOSTON.

Musical Boxes In Great Variety.
Brass Band Instruments.
viOlins.
American Guitars Warranted.
Imported Guitars.
BanJOs from $500 upwards.
Violin, ViOlincell0, Double Bass, BanjOs
Either and Harp Strings and Trim.
mings.
AccOrde0ns and COncertinas OF all des.
criptions. American and Foreign Sheet
Music, Music Books, &c.s &c.
Wholesale and Retail.
This establishment is one of the branch stores Of
OLIVER DIrsoN CO., and possesses unequalled
advantages for the importation of instruments from
the best manufacturers in Europe. 1y42
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

The attention of our citizens has been so
engrossed with the action Of the Governor
and Council for the past few days, they may
have forgotten the NJ. f. course of lectures.
The fifth lecture of this course will be de-
livered on Thursday evening, December 18th,
at the Methodist church, by the Rev. c. b.
Pitblado, Of Portsmouth, N. II. Subject,
"Wanted." Rev. Mr.. Pitblado is well known
in this State He is fine speaker, and an
interesting lecture may be expected. In Sac
arappa, where he lectured some weeks since,
he held the closest attention of the audience
lar course of lectures will be delivered on
Monday evening, by Rev. DIR. McCabe,
subject to be announced hereafter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-12-15

The following general order has been is
sued from the Adjutant Generals Office.
The resignation Of Col. Charles p. Mattocks.
LIST Regiment Maine Volunteer Militia, is &C.
cepted and he is hereby honorably discharged,
to date from March 9TH, 1879. The resigna-
ton Of Lieut.. Samuel J. Gallagher, Quarter
is accepted and he is hereby honorably dis
charged, to date fromMarch IL, 1879.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-06-15
The Undelivered speech OF the the Hon.
simon Bolivar, DELEGATE from tho
Parrish Of POdunk,

Mr.. President believe that the condition OF
the people of Louisiana will not justify rate
of taxation exceeding sac or sig and One-hatf
mills, and favor Limitation to that effect.
/ am In favor of reducing the expenses Of
the State government SO that taxation OF
one mill for general fund purposes, together
with the licenses, will be ample provision.
am In favor Of a tax OF one and a half mills
for school purposes, and per capita school
tax to be applied to the same purpose.
am favor Of levee tax Of not exceeding
one mill, and provision for levee districts, and
am In favor OF any honorable adjustment Of
the debt question that can be effected with
the balance.
Provided, am not required to assent to
the proposition that the State OF Louisiana
can be coerced by the bondnolders; and fur
ther, provided, that am not required to ap-
prove the dishonest and illegal acts Of the
Warmoth and Kellogg governments. and
with the distinct understanding that con-
sent to this settlement upon grounds OF pub
lie policy.
Mr.. President, thank the delegates for
their attention.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-06-15
COTTON AND WHEAT.
The Crop Statement for June.

WASHINGTON, June 14.-The June cotton re-
turns TO the Department OF Agriculture indi-
cate an increase In the area planted IN cotton
Of somewhat over per cent, The PERCENT saes +
as follows: North Carolina, AZ counties re-
porting 1906; South Carolina, Is counties 100:
Georgia, II counties 1902; Florida, u counties
81; Alabama, % counties 1Os; Mississippi, %
Texas, IS counties 1o7; Arkansas, 40 counties
1O1; Tennessee, is counties 103. The average
condition is not so high as last year, being
96, while In 1873 1T was 99.. The stand Is gen
orally good, but some two weeks late.
WINTER WHEAT.
The June returns to the Department OF
Agriculture show the average condition Of
winter wheat at 80, against 50 last year. The
Pacific coast is considerably over the aver
age, Oregon rising to 1914. The South, Attain
tic States average So, South Carolina report
Ing 1903 and Georgia 100. The States north of
105. New England averages 90. The South
ern inland States average IS, the Middle
States &c, the Gull States SO, the trans-M Mis-
sissippi States 10. Drouth has been felt. more
| or less severely, 10 all parts Of the country.
From the South come some complaints 81 the
winter killing the wheat, and from the North
and West Of the Hessian fly. Grasshoppers
have also been heard OF beyond the Mtssts-
| sippi
SPRING WHEAT.
The acreage sown this spring Is about A per
| cent increase over last epring. On the Pacific
coast California reports over 10 per cent in-s
crease while Oregon falls off per cent. The
trans Mississippi States and New England
show an increase Of 5 per cent. Texas retains
her previous average. Ohio and Indiant make
no reports Of spring wheat. The other three
States fall off per cent. Minnesota increases
8 per cent, while Iowa decreases per cent.
The Middle States fall Of 10 per cent The
condition of spring wheat Is about the same
e The te eos s'h has esg sa
| the same climatic influences as winter wheat.
Id the Territories wheat raising has advant aA
westward more rapidly than STATISTICAL n-
quiries have been able TO reach. There II Z
vast increase here which must be left to st t1s
sequent inquiry. The department has I'M Il
nation that one county In Dakota which st
year sowed but 500 acres, has this year urs er
! vigorous growth over 10000 acres M.ny
other cases OF immense increase are reported