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The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10
New YORK, Feb. 7, 1890.

NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 1890.
The Administration has given the New
York public this week another illustration of
the depth of the sincerity Of its purpose to con-
form to the civil service rules. Tho Office Of
Appraiser Of the Port measured by the salary
attached to it is very insignificant one But
that test is no longer applicable to any position
in the gift of the National Executive. They
are pretty much of piece. The pay is meager
and the responsibilities are great. The incum-
bents moreover are expected to be endowed
with all tho cardinal virtues, to be accom-
plished scholars and expert linguists, with
marvellous capacity to work long and hard, a
most unselfsh devotion to the public welfare
and An utter indifference to their own. This
is the kind of official Mr.. Curtis idsalized and
for whom that modern Diogenes Dorman b.
Eaton, having abandoned his tub and shoul-
dered his lantern, has long been in eager
search. Many of tho persons hitherto selected
have fallen short Of absolute perfection, but
the Civil Service reformers insist that that is
because they were not subjected to the rigors
of a competitive examination. And yet,
strangely enough, whenever a vacancy occurs
there is always somebody whom the appoint
ing power wants to give the place to without
the formality of investigating his qualifca-
tions in the manner prescribed by the rules.
1t happens to be Mr.. Howard Of Ohio this
time. Mr.. Howard was sent here awhile ago
to be quartered on the Treasury and supported
at the public expense. His claim to pecuni-
ary reward was that he had written some
time or other biography Of Rutherford B.
Hayes. His original appointment as deputy
was not merely in disregard Of the civil service
rules but in actual violation Of the letter of the
law, which prescribed that the post should be
filled by no other than party who had had q
prior practical experience in the duties Of the
office. 1t wasn't half 80 bad advancing his
position this time as it was putting him in be-
fore, because he has now whatever experience
he may have acquired since he first took the
subordinate place. whereas at first he had no ie
at all, and was therefore really ineligible.
| They are even pretending that it isn't pal
pable transgression of the civil service rules to
| give him the place, because he is merely re-
| ceiving promotion. There is, to be sure a
| slight SAVIOR of dsingenuousness in this propo-
sition, but when a necessity arises for reconcil-
| ing apparent inconsistencies between precept
| and practice those VINO are in the difficulty
| must do the best they can
Now it is not by any means heinous offense
| to have bestowed this morsel of patronage
upon personal adherent of the President
Such claims are made upon every man who
has the power 10 dispense Executive favors
To ignore them sternly would imply hardnes.
l of heart rather than Roman frnness. IL ii
the person who fails to get the office he is in
quest Of on whom the hardship falls, net upon
him who simply declines TO give 1t. But whsz
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10
The European War-Cloud.

Special dispatches from Washington say
that he members of the foreign legations
there are greatly apprehensive of a general
war in Europe and attach much Importance
to the alliance between Russia and France.
Such an alliance would not be unnatural
though it seems quite unnecessary. 1t is
not easy to see what France has to gain by
going to war now. The recovery Of the
Rhenish provinces would be at least very
doubtful, and the attempt upon them hazard
GUS in the extreme. Defeat for France would
be followed by suffering most terrible and by
spoliation in comparison with which the
conquest of Alsace and Lorraine would be
but petty larceny. A triumph it is true
would firmly establish the republic in the
affections of the people, crafty the national
feeling for revenge against the Germans,
and make the new government successful
rival of the military glories of the empire.
But even success would be costly in the ex-
treme. Rsverse-and the chances favor
a reverse-would be ruin to the republic and
perhaps to the country itself. The hazard
is too great, it would seem, to be taken.
Nor is it clear why Russia should wish to
90 to war. Her finances are in frightfu
condition, her military organization still de-
fective. and her quarrel with Germany too
vague to provoke resort to blows. 1t has
been urged that she desires foreign war i'll
order to divertthe attention of her discon-
tented people from Nihilism. But the latest
great war in which she was engaged, that
with Turkey, fostered rather than repressed
Nihilism, and to-day the secret socialistlc
societies are stronger than ever. 1t cannot
be expected that a conflict with Germany
will be welcomed with the national and
religious enthusiasm which greeted the cru
sade against Constantinople.
1t is understood, too, that war with Ger
many certainly means war with Austria and
perhaps with England. 1t is evident that
Great Britain will not b IN ally OF the great
Northern power. for all hsr interests are en-
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10

In these days when the average Democrat
is gritting his teeth and inwardly cursing
his luck there is one bright bow OF promise.
The great bar' Taper is as busy with his
moral forces as the patron Sail t OF Democ-
racy in a gale of wind. The Maine Demo.
crat has his dipper out for his small share oil
the ratiOns
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10

A.P. GOULD AND J. 0. ROBINSON say
they have no faith in the Court, and could
saw. it should not be obeyed. More than
two hundred of Gould's neighbors will tell
the same story. Every one of them Will
swear the Judge put them there unjustly.
"Eo rogue ever felt the halter draw with a
good opinion of the law"
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10
THE BLACK LIST.

Here is the list in black letters OF the men
who. BY an unhappy accident being IN
important official positions, deliberately
abused their trust, perverted the laws when
it was their sworn duty to execute justly anu
impartially according to their spirit and IN
tent, who sought by wicked trickery 10
tbwart the will of the people as expressed al
the L ills and who not only brought dls-
grace upon themselves but smirched the
fair fame of the State whose officials tney
unfortunately were. Their names ana piaceS
should be known Of all men that 'ney
may Just p.nishrnent of being
regarded as infamous by all good citizens
and that the rising generation may learn by
their example the folly of being wicked
To this list is appended the names of such
other men as have taken offices to which
they knew they were not elected, and who
become equally guilty by taking advantage
of the vile conduct of the original malefac-
tors:
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10

THE Maine returning board may be glad
to learn from recent utterance of Thomas
Carlyle that "The best philosophy teaches
ms that the very conseq 1ences of evil action
die away and become abolished long before
eternity ends"
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10

LAST Fall when Senator Pillsbury was
here consulting with tine consplratsrs ABOUT
stealing the State the PRESS told him IL
friendly way that the thing would not WORK,
and advised him to let it alone, for he would
find it as hazardous as to undertake to PICK
hornet off mules hind leg. The Sena-
tor seems to have come to that opinion HIM
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10

THE salmon catch in California and Ore
gon this year is worth $2,O73,O 900, about
100000 cases being put up. About 5000
persons are employed in catching salmon in
the two States, and the capital invested is
about 81, 100000.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10

We DO not read anonymous letters and commuhi
cations. The name and address of the writer are II
al cases indispensable not necessarily for p"onca
ZION but SIS guaranty Of good faith.
We cannot undertake to return or preserve ooAn-
mun,cnt,ons tnat are not used.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10
MAINE STATE TEMPERANCE CON.
VENTION.
The Maine State Temperance Society will meet
Mass Convention In
mRoNIAN HALL, AUGUSTA,
Wednesday, February 11th, 1sN0' at II
o'clock A. NJ,


and continue through Wednesday and THURSDAY;
The Maine State Temperance society t;oms IN tbe
of members of all temperance organnatohs a IN ,e
state an, is designed to be the meuluin 'IiOuS hS
which they can untedly act in the use o, ~ ;L
able measures for the final overthrow Vi 'no o'inA
inc system and the liquor trah1c. ..,,a
ys cord;ally invite all friends Of the temperance
Gauge to meet with US this OCCASION IN oruel =. ~
secure more perfect union; 10 9evise niea s, w w
educate the masses upon the srinhing sy'o' y' ,,nor
strrnothen the moral sentiment OF the people upoi
the drink traffic; to advise upon the questiion "
more stringent enactments for the -
drinking and selling Intoxicating liquors. 10 sSn a,
into consideration the wlful negoosd anu onnt;ss IN
snf rec tho laws upon the statutes OF tne oia.e;
nrohbiti. Q the traffic in Intoxicating liquors. anu
to consider any and all questions pearins up'i
these subjects. .. d.nand that we
sbonid vote for none but honest men ana nono,' n,;
oficials to enforce the laws; ana Ina. I. " ai
ence 20 all laws being the paramount ou;y nart;ai
nd non-Dartisan enforcement OF law agalnss .ne
IRAN shop as well all other laws 1or the @
tion of the peopl., as the only sareguafo VI ou'
institutions and homes. =. ax,aotad on
The usual reduction OF Iars may Nv
'ns Su@usta. January %, 1880.
,JosnUA NYE, President.
L. w. STARBIRD Secretary,
D. W. LELACHEUR, Treasurer
Er.c,.t;ve Con,mittee-A j. Chase, lst Dlstrict,
frank {. iingley, I'd Districti r. ". punn, Ju
district; W. Hall, 4th District; Geo. T. o'aoA'
ett 5th district 80 .rdroscoopin.
i Smith. Aroostook; H. A. Sho-ey Gum mperisli,u
Iosiah Emery Franklin; Reuben kand; hanSooA IL @
+ K Osoood, kennebec; w. w. Perry hnod fnud
James A. Hail. Lincoln; ". I; EusIS, Marr;li Pis-
catsouis; B. +. Talln.n, Sagadahoc crank Non SHit
r;I Snmerset w. NJ. Wood, Waldo; n. D. Nu''
| washington; j. B. Randall, YORK.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10

THE Western newspapers are raising their
price lists. The Chicago Times announces
that inasmuch as the price of white paper
ha. advanced fully 50 per cent, so that the
difference in cost amounts to Sloo,ooo year
it will be compelled to charge its readers a
little more for every printed sheet. The
daily issue is to be sold for six cents copy
SD year, without the Sunday paper, ana
s16 with it, The Chicago Tribune retains
its price, but reduces its size by dropping
part of it's supplements. The st. Louis
morning papers have advanced their rates
from four to five cents.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10
GAS T0RIA

The great succsss of Pitchers Castofia oe
Cause of It's power to assiiaiiats tine fooa NJ .ue
sbmachs of children. Thus, sour cure, |on'i.nAs
wnd-coic and diarrhra are preventeo. Oa0'o' :"
contains neither mineral, morphine, nor aioohoi
Unlike Castor Oil it is as pleasant 10 NIKE a.
honey, and unlike narcotic Syrups' IL Ii n"i
1t allays feverishness, and is death 10 worms.
a. III, has health the mother can rest.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10
THE PRESS.
TUESDAY MORNING, FEBRUARY 10

EVERY regular attache OF the PRESS Is II.
With Card csrt,lcate signed by Stanley Pullen,
editor. All railway, steamboat and note nanase
will confer favor upon US by demanHns cfsusisiAs
Of every person claiming to represent our IourAAi
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10

THE Fusion boom is in bad way. Even
the New Era is for submitting its grievances
to the people and Solon condescends to tell
us that the Supreme Court must be obeyed.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10

The strike of the spinners and carders in
Monument Mills at Housatonic remains un-
changed, and the mill which is full of orders
will be compelled to stop unless the trouble is
settled.
A shock of earthquake was felt at Ottawa,
Sunday night.
Directors of the Lewis & Kennebec Railway
will proceed Immediately with the extension
of that road to the Maine frontier.
The Republicans of Washington Territory
have elected Thomas I. Minor and Thomas H.
Brent, delegates to the National Convention.
A treaty has been signed between Spain and
Chill by which 1Chinsse labor may be con.
tracted for.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10

THE Chicago Times denies thai the Hon.
leges that he is a silver gray.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10
Our New York Letter.

Civil Service Reform Tho Illustration
Afforded by New York Appraisership
Patronage and Politics-The Begin
NP
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10

THE Hon. Galusha Grow of Pennsylvania,
thinks il at least will not be Grant.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10

AZ A,x;;ary Unions are earnestly requested to
Al da'a,ntas Every Aid Society in our State is
Cordially invited to send delegates Ha-lare are al
cts viii granted NJ C. M H. bs s00a ssssDed to
20 nn, ND 1isitors sending name and address to
Mrs' q, N. Weymouth, Biddeford; p,as
MIS- VI - MRS. l.. M. N. STEVENS, Pres''
MRS. C. C. HUNT, Cor. Sec
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10
MAINE WOMANS CHRISTIAN TEN
PERANCE UNION.

The State W. c. I. u. will hold Mass R;dSe-
tion in the Methodist Church. foSs 0''0'"
ford,
"wednesday and Thursday, Feor""rY -
and 5th.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10

THE MAINE STATE PRESS
published every THURSDAY MORNING At $500 a
year, if paid in advance at $500 year.
RATES or ADvERrIsING: One inch of space, the
length " column, constitutes square"
81 % per square daily first week; rs Gems 'er
Eeek after; three insertions or less, 81 90; contnu-
n every OF her day after first week, 50 cents.
Halt square, three insertions or less, 75 cents /;
one week. 81 90: 80 cents per week after.
SPECIAL NOTICES, one-third additional.
Under head of "AMusEMENTs'' and "AUCTIoN
SALES $500 per square per week; three inser-
ti0ns or less, 81 30
Advertisements inserted in the "MAINE STATE
PRESS (Which has large circulation in every part
Of the state for 81 90 per square for first insertion
and 80 cents per square for each subsequent nser-
ton.
Address all communications to
PORTLAND PUBLISHING co.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10

To the Boston Advertis r the hepuoilcah
Presidential canvass looks this way: The
reatest political activity at this time is not
in favor of Grants nomination. Mr.. Blaine
has great share of it, and he is WORKING
it with his usual adrotness and biiity. MI
sherman has not little OF it; and whlie
not the slightest consequence need Dc al
tached to the idle tales of States and distrlc's
manipulated by deputies from the treasury
Department, no doubt Mr.. Sherman has as
little hesitation as any one in using poli'i-
cal agencies which an honest man may
properly use to serve an honorable amoitioh'
But in spite of the Cameron plan of control
ling the politics of Pennsylvania, and getting
by a small margin a complimentary vote LOT
Gener Il Grant, be is as far outside Oh the
political current as any candidate who mas
been thought of, and more free from com
plication of every kind than any one else
who is really competing for the nomination
II he should, after all be chosen he
would be supported with cordialitS
and enthusiasm which would astonish those
who oppose him so vehemently. And II lie
should not be chosen, he would still DC the
first citizen of the country, entitled TO grate
ful remembrance and an honorable renown.'
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1880-02-10

oaged ON the side of the German state.
rhe German empire alone would be for
midable opponent for France and Russia to
a,toot Allied with Austria she would pos
sess a considerable superiority.
For all this the apprehension that war is
inevitable is widespread, and it is shared by
the members of the embassies al "ashiiis-
ton, who should be, 1t would seem' iar
enough removed from the scene OF events !"
Judge calmly and wisely. They II Is re-
ported, base their fears on the informatioh
they have that large sums are belns SEM 10
this country for investment by men Oh prom
inence in the affairs of the continent, ana
that anxious inquiries are made as 70 'he
producing capacity Of our arm manu1ac'o-
ries and the probable surplus OF our 1000
stores. These are certainly ominous signs
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1880-09-02
Surplus and Profits, $25,3OO
Mans NOblest Work.

This is an age of great works and
wonderful inventions. Steam, cleo
trieity, water, air, all are made TO serve
man, but unquestionably the greatest
Inventions are those which preserve
mans health and prolong his life, and
among the greatest of these is DIR.
KNEES New DISCOVERY for COnsump-
ton. Its effects are truly wonderful
aud hundreds arc happy to-day, who
once looked forward TO an early grave.
For Coughs, Colds, Bronchitis, Asth-
ma, loss of voice, Hay Fever, Hoarse-
ness, Group, or any affection whatever
OF the Throat, Chest or lungs, De.
KING's NEW DISCOVERY will pOsitire
h cure. We can cheerfully recon-
mend it to all, aud can unhesitatingly
say il is the only sure cure for Throat
and Lung affections. Trial bottles 10
cents; regular size 81. For sale by E.
p. Brainerd & Son, Ravenna.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1880-09-02

POLE RAIsING.-The Democrats OF
Mantua will raise fine hick ory flag
staff on Friday, at 10 o'clock u. IN. j.
w. Heisley, of Cleveland, and w. b.
Thomas, of Ravenna, are expected to
address the people on the political
issnes. The Ravenna City Band will
furnish the music for the occasion.
An invitation is extended to all to
attend.
The Democrats OF Palmyra will
erect splendid hickory pole on Mon
day afternoon next, when they will be
pleased to meet as many of their DEM
ocratic friends from the neighboring
towns as can make it convenient to
be present. In the evening a meeting
will be held in the Town Hall, TO be
addressed by l. Z. Siddall, Esq, Of
Ravenna.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1880-09-02
PALMYRA.
Correspondence.

Coii CSi'ouucHCe.
We understand negotiations have
been made for the opening of a coal
shaft on Mr.. J. C.. ScOtt's farm, about
one and One-half miles east of town
Mr.. John Filler, formerly connected
with the Kimberly coal company, has
made the negotiations. Contracts for
the timber have been made and we are
informed work on the shaft will be
opened and in running condition for
the winter trade.
The Kimberly bank has again re-
sumed work, paying the miners IS
cents Tor 21OO lbs. of fscreened coal. The
company wished to reduce the price to
65 cents, but the miners would not
agree to that proposition. We are
pleased to say the bank is in full Op-
Grafton and we hope it will continue
so for long time.
"A picked nine of has. ballists from
this place visited RoOtstown on Sat
urday last and played their first match
game of the season with that club.
The score stood % to in favor of Pal
myra. We understand the boys con-
template playing other games and that
they are very sanguine.
Mr.. J. N. Mccall, of Nelson, who
was superintendent -four High School
last fall was in town visiting friends
last week. John Is an ardent Gar.
field man, but is fine fellow notwith.
standing. gTt.ru -gY
The Harvest Dance, at the Jones
House, on Friday evening last, was .
very pleasant affair. The Band Con
cert, on the same evening, added much
to the enjoyment of all.
Among the numerous attraction!
of our Fair will be the baby show
The purse, $40, will be divided among
the three finest babies under one yea
of age. Bring along your babies.
On the last day of the Fair Hon
Eben Newton, of Garfield, will delive
an address. Mr.. Newton is a fin
speaker, and his presence will guaran
tee n large attendance. -t|
Mr.. Isaac Tuttle has made quite
desired improvement on his house b,
having it repainted and blinds placet
thereon. The painting was done b,
Mr.. Il. T. Jones, and is fine job.
The M. e. Sunday School are t
have a picnic next Saturday. A yer,
enjoyable time is anticipated.
Pile Stowe Family, of Nelson, ar
to give one of their fine entertainment
in. this place on nSaturday evening
Sept. IL. They visited us last winter
and their Entertainment is we'll wortl
going to see. 1d i.li',-.
The Democrats of Palmyra vii
: meet in the Town Hall on FRIDAY eve
ming, Sept. 3rd, and will organize
: Hancock Club. Let all true Demo
Gratis turn out. KENILwORTH.
II Palmyra, August a0th, 1880. 80
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1880-09-02
WINDHAM.

Correspondence.
Our merchant, John B. Harrison,
received a telegram this morning in
forming him that his father is very
sick, with no hope of recovery. Mr..
Harrison starts today to visit at the
bedside of his father, at West Corn
wall, Connecticut. ...
Our citizens turned out EN- masse last
Monday and put up the frame to N. G.
Poor's saw-mill and pail factory. II
is IS feet long, So feet wide and 1S feet
high.
1 hear the inquiry made why there
are always 50 many Soldiers reunions
preceding presidential election,
Mrs. Minnie Higley Wadsworth,
wife of F. o. Wadsworth, of Indian
apolis, is visiting at her parents.
Aug. 80, 1880. OCCASIONALLY.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1880-09-02
SUFFIELD.


Pole Raising and Speech Making
Last week all the sprre time was
devoted to making preparations for the
raising of Hancock and English pole
and ON Saturday, Aug. 2Sth, in the
afternoon, under the supsrintendence
of Daniel Bolender, assisted by OuI
town mechanics and q gOOdly number
of earnest looking stalwart Democrats
from Sufiield and adjoining townships,
the tackling was fixed, and in few
minutes we had standing erect hick-
ory 132 feet high, which for beauty
and symmetry, challenges the County.
Making the pole secure, the Stars and
Stripes were waited to tile breeze. and
Is feet above, q streamer flying the
names of Hancock and English in
bold relief. We gave one look of pride
at our Lofty spar, and three cheers for
our noble standard bearers. and then
marched to the hotel TO the strains of
the band, where we were addressed
from the veranda in German by ]. H.
Dussel, Es9.-Your correspondent does
not understand that language, but
Judging from the wraptl attention by
which he held his audience, the spec ch
of Mr.. Dussel must have had . telling
effect. ..s.-...- ,s.- '..i 5,,sIg,..
I. VI. Phelps. Esq, next addressed
the audience, and in his usual strong,
eloquent and vigorous style, ably ham
died his subject, discussing in detail
the position of the Radical standard
bearer, and his connection with De-
Golyer, Credit MobiIier. and the salai y
steal.
w. b. Thomas, ESD, was next call
ed, and treated the audience to one of
his usual eloquent speeches. In his
address he went over the whole ground
and by his courteous and able argu-
ment, he-as he always does-left a
fine Impression on his hearers.
The familiar face of Col. Cotter made
the hearts of the boys glad; he was
Justify called for, and Charley had to
make a speech, which he did, and sue
ceeded well in throwing some heavy
red hot shot into the enemy's camp.
In conclusion, let us request the
Democrats everywhere to put their
to the wheel, purge the coun-
try of the filthy records of the past,
the great wrong of four years
ago, and in the melancholy days of
next November" the fanatical and
bigoted Radicals of the Nineteenth
district will be heartily ashamed of
the DeGolyer Attorney. FSH
70. August 80, 1880. Il ROVER.