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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

The Electoral count resolution has been
laid by for month at least. This will
give time for those who have pressed this
firebrand upon Congress to learn what a
blunder they have committed and cause
them to Withdraw the measure. The
country is In no mood at this time, after
having passed through the heated politi-
cal campaign recently closed, to witness
useless strife waged in Congress to the
detriment Of the public business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

The Post Office Department has just or
dered that the bond of the Postmaster at
West Mentor, Ohio. shall be increased to
double its present amount. The business of
the office has more than quadrupled since
Gen. Garfield was nominated. During the
first seven DAYS of December there were
sent from this Office 1904 parcels of mail
matter and a much greater number were re-
ceived Gen. Garfield's daily mail is enor-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16
RrRNETT's COCAINE.
The Best Hair Dressing IN the World.

The Best Hair Dressing IA the World.
BURNETT's COCAINE allays irritation. removes
all tendency to daudru, nvigorates the action Of the
capillaries in the highest degree, and has earned
deserved reputation for promoting the grosrfh and
preserving the beauty OF the hanoH hair. Ladies
dressing their hair deliberately for the evening viii
mad that it imparts healthy natural gloss to the
mar and viii 1t to retain its shape for hours
nukSErr's FLAvoEING EXTRACTS are used and
r.eofsed by the best Hotels, Confectioners and
u'sers throughout the country. They perfectly
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

The situation in Ireland has become Of
exciting interest. The British govern
ment has decided upon = coercive policy,
and bloodshed can scarcely fail to follow.
The habeas corpus has been suspended
and the military are being prepared for
ac&ive work. Gladstone has come very
reluctantly TO the adoption of this policy.
Il Is said that other members Of the Cabi-
INST are disa6ected at the course to be pur-
sued. The situation is very critical. on
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

The Augusta Band has an unique enter
tainment on the boards for Christmas night.
toupe of jugglers and snake eharmers will
appear in Granite Hall in their marvellous
performances. We have all read of their
surprising feats of legerdermain and magic,
and we all want to see the things done. These
jugglers from far off India furnish us with
something new in the show line, and cannot
fail to draw a full house
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16
4ailp &ennebef 5OurnaI.
Augusts, Thursday Morning, Dec. 10.

DIR. Loring has finally secured action on
his case in the Election Committee Of the
House. and unanimous report in his IA
vor has been agreed upon. The two Iowa
contested cases have been also disposed
of in favor Of the sitting members both
republicans.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16
The Cause Removed.

Weakness of the stomach causes indiges-
ton, aud IN that state no one can enjoy good
health. The Peoples Favorite Tonic Bitters
purify the blood and strengthen the stomach,
and remove all causes that undermine the
system This life-saving remedy is adver-
Used IN these columns. decl4-+&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

The Maine Beet Sugar Company has used
up all its stock of beets and DISCHARGED ito
employees. The works will now be sbut
down nearly year, until the new crop Of
beets comes in.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

The celebrated Peakes Family will give
one of their unique entertainments, at the
coffee supper and sale to be given by the
Unitarian society at their church parlors this
evening. Those who attend may be sure of
good supper and apleasantly spent evening.
Supper from l-2 to s o'clock The sale
commences at 8 in the afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

Il is said that the State OF Louisiana will
he included in the new military division
which is to be formed for General Scho-
field to command, and that his bead1uar-
ters will be established at New Orleans.
Il appears 10 be considered As settled that
General Terry will remain in command
of the Department of Dakota, and it is
thought probable that General Miles VIII
he assigned TO the Department Of Column
bia, now under General Howard conn
mand.
The appointment of General Howard to
West Point met with considerable oppo-
sition from army officers, who favored the
retention of General Schofield. There is
quite general satisfaction however outside
of the immediate supporters Of Schofield
with the appointment Of Howard, who, his
friends in Washington say. will 20 to West
Point with determination to do his duty
firmly, and to carry out rs Tar as may be
the views so admirably expressed by Sec
rotary Ramsey in his address to the "radu-
ates of the Academy last June.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

NF~Just received from New York, new
and rich patterns in solid gold, garnet, pearl
and Mosaic sets, Roman and polished, drops,
lace and bar pins, sleeve buttons, studs,
scarf pins. Call and examine NJ. c. Her
vey. opposite post-office, Augusta. th&sat
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

While people here in Augusta were enov-
ing cold rain yesterday morning. the train
from Bangor encountered binding snow
squall from Etna to Wateryille.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

Hop Bitters so freely advertised in all the
papers. secular and religious. are having a
large sale. and are supplaniing all other med
icines. There is no denying the virtues of
the Hop plant. and the proprietors of these
Bitters have shown great shrewdness and
ability in compromising Bitters. whose vir-
tues are so palpable to every ones observa-
tion.-Eramiaer and Chroaicie
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

AT the last meeting of the Murray Club
Mr.. G. A. Robertson was made Presiden,
Miss Nellie Smith Vice President. Miss An
ME Sprague, Secretary, and Mr.. Z. r. Piece.
treasurer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

Mrs. Thoms' Baptist friends do not wish 10
receive the entire credit of her surprise party.
as friends from nearly allsenominations were
present and contributed in the donations
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16
Local a,an State Nfms.
Thursday, December l6, 1880.

H-A fair count of the votes of the peo-
pie, regarding the best place to buy holiday
goods. resulted in an overwhelming majority
for kinsman's. corner Water and Bridge
streets, Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

Tonight there will be concert of high
order in johnson Hall, Gardiner, by Mrs. X.
o. Robbins, the soprano singer, assisted by
other talent. The hall should be full, as the
concert will be first-class in every particu-
1ar
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

&snJames F.. Devine. druggist, has iust
received from New York and Boston, splen
did line of holiday goods which he is selling
at extremely low prices. Ii will pay you TO
examine his stock before purchasing else.
where
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

Chapel street is to be filled in with gravel
from Winthrop to Court streets, and the
grade raised to correspond with the remain
der of the street. The city teams will be
employed on the work, and the expense will
be rendered comparatively insignificant.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

Notics is hereby given to all who may be con
cerned, that the kennebec Log Driving COMPANY
will apply TO the Legislature of Maine, for the yea,
lssl for authority TO construct boom and piers il
the kennebee river, at Browns Island socalled sit
ustea aboni nse miles north OF the Augusta dam.
ABNER CoBCRN, President.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

&s-If you want anything nice, neat and
natty for 9. Christmas present to a friend
which will be valued as a taemento. and Ar
the same time not extrav agantly high in
price. Pastridge's Drug Store is the place
to 20 for il
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

Have Wistars Balsam of Wild Cherry al
ways at hand. 1t cures Coughs, Colds,
bronchitis, Whooping Cough, Group, In
fuenza. Consumption. and all Throat and
Lung Complaints. 30 cents and 81 bot
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

hENNEBEC COTNTY.-n Protate Court, h.id
at i"g"sto on the second Nonday Of Decomber,
1850
ENRI Woodward, Administrator the
1 L estate of Ezra kempton late of Winthrop. in
said county, deceased. having presented his first ac-
count Of administration for allowance:
ORDERED. That notice thereof be given three
weeks successfully prior to the fifth Thursday of
Dec. inst, in the Daily kennebec journal, Il news
paper printed in Augusta that all persons interested
may attend AT a Probate Court then to be held at
Augusta, and show cause. if any, why the same
should not be allowed.
III. X. BAKER, Judge.
Attest: CHARLES HEwINs, Register.
,iecll yx
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

Otis Pierce will commence hauling stone
for five new cellars on the Mansion House
lot as soon as the weather will permit.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

The Peruvian Syrup has cured thousands
who were suffering from Dyspepsia, Debility,
Liver Complaint, Boils, Humors, Female
Complaints, &c. Pamphlets free to any adj
dress Seth W. Fowle Sons, Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

Call and see Deane Pray & Co., if Won
wish to purchase clothing of any kind for
Christmas presents.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

Why suffer with Dyspepsia, or many ais
caused by it, when ID. Il. V. &. is guaranteed
by your own Druggist to give satisfaction, or
money refunded.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

VIII send their celebrated Electro " oltaIc
Belts to the afflicted upon 80 days trial
Speedy cures guaranteed They mean what
they say. Write to them without DELAY.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

CorGHs-.'B rora's Bronchial Troches'
are used with advantage to alleviate CorGHs,
SORE THROAT, lioARsENEss and BRONCHIAL
AFFECTIONS. For thirty years these Troches
have been in use, with annual increasing ia.
vor They are not new and untried, but
having been tested by wide and constant use
for nearly an entire generation, they have
attained well-nerited rank among the few
staple remedies of the age.
The THROAT Brora's Bronchial T,,o.
ches'' act directly on the organs of the voice
They have an extraordinary effect in all dis
orders of the throat and Larynx, restoring a
healthy tone when relaxed either from cold
or over-eXcrtion of the voice. and produce a
clear and distinction enunciation. Speakers
and Singers find the troches useful
\ CorGH. Com. C,rARRH or Sore Throat.
requires immediate attention. As neglect of
ten-times results in some ineuroble Lung Dis
ease. ''Browas bronchial Troches'' will al
most invariably give relief limitations arc
offered for sale, many of which are injurious
The genuine ''Byora's Bronchial T,ochss'
are sold only in boxes.
ttu.th&freow &weow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

hEHAEBEt COTNTy.-In Court, Of PROBATE
hetd at 8ugusf0, the second Nosaoy of
December, 1850. =
NJ ARGARET A. REED, widow Of Elbridpe ]
AVA Reed, late of Windsor, in said county de.
ceased, having presented her application for al.
owance out of the personal estate of said deceased
ordered, That notice thereof be given three weeks
successfully in the Daily kenBetec Journal printed
Iii Augusta, in said County, that all persons inter.
ested may attend az Probate Court to be held ut
Augusta, on the fifth Thurday of December inst
ana show cause, II any they have, why the prayer of
said petition should rot be granted.
~W H.k. BAKER, Judge.
attest: CHARLES HEwISs, Register. decl5f3w
AENNEBEC COUNTY-Tn PROBATE Court held
at augusta, on the second Monday Of December,
1850.
lNDWARD ROBINSON, Administrator de bonis
~ non on the estate Of Julia kimban late of
Gardiner. in said county. deceased having presented
his second account of administration for allowance
ORDERED, That notice thereofbe given three weeks
successfully prior to the fifth Thursday of Decemher
inst, in the Daily Kennebec Journal a newsIaner
printed in Augusta, that all persons interested NAV
attend at a Probate Court then to be held nj An
not be allowed. --
49,. II. X: BAKER. Judge.
declstsw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

4 nourishing agent for the weak, emaciat
ell and dropsical,-NIalt Bitters
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16
The vol,aic Belt Co.. Marshall. Mic

ID. H. V. G.. is guaranteed by all Druggist:
to cure dyspepsia, or money refunded
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

SIR ROBERT CHRISTISON,
Physician to Her Majesty the
Queen of England, speaking of the
Coca plant says: 1.-The properties of this Won
derful plant are the most remarkable of any
known to the medical world. From repeated
personal trials | am convinced that its use is
highly beneficial and tonic
To build up broken down system use the
Liebig Cos Coca Beef Tonic, Endorsed and
recommended by the foremost physicians of
Europe and America. decl4-+tth&s&w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

Probably no form of disease Is so generally d
tributed among our whole population as Scrofula.
Almost every individual has this latent poison
ing his veins. The terrible suderings endured by
those afflicted with scrofulous sores cannot be
understood by Others, and the intensity of their
gratitude when they find a remedy that cures
fhaIu asfo Va. I...,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16
Lost.

Pocket book, containing money and sew
era cards with the name &. l.. .Jordon Any one
finding the will be suitably rewarded by leaving
it at the store of Fowler, Hamlin Smith
lecl4tlW
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

SocIABLE AND SALE OF PEws.---The Ladies'
Aid of the Universalist society will meet with
Mrs. Chadbourne, Mrs. Laird and Mrs. Quin-
by inthe vestry of the church this Thursday
evening. Supper will be served from half-past
SIX to eight O'Clock. After the supper there
will be an auction sale Of several desirable
pews in the church. These pews will be
sold at low rates, and it is hoped that many
will avail themselves of this good opportunity
to obtain permanent seats. These pews
are gift to the ladies from j. A.
Holman, Esq, and VIM. X. Smith, Esq. Il
is hoped and expected that there will be a
very large attendance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16
" - = JHHRt
Attest: CHARLES HEWINS, Register dcci5i

KENNEBEC COTNTY-In prolafe Coyrf of
.fagusta, on The second .Won,ioy Of December,
1850.
4 CERTAIN INSTRUMENT, purporting to be
"A the last will and testament of Dudley Young
late OF fittston in SAID County, deceased, having
been presented for probate:
ORDERED, That notice thercofbe given three weeks
successfully prior to the fifth Thursday Of Dece,n-
Der inst, 10 the Daily kenDebec Journal, u uew.Is.
per printed in Augusta, that al, persons Interested
may attend at Court Of Probate then to be holden
at Augusta, aud show c1use, If any, why tn. said
instrument should not be proved approved and
allowed n the last will and testament of the said
deceased II. X. BAKER, Judge.
Attest; CHARLES HEwINs, Register
decl5Fsw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16
Hoods
SarsapanM

the severity Of which confined her to the house for
two years. Six months previous to taking Hoods
Sarsaparfa she could not get about her room with
out crutches. Her friend says: II did not think 1t
possible for her to live many months; she was re-
duced to q mere skeleton. Her cure is hardly less
than a miracle" More wonderful cures than this
have been effected by this medicine. There Is no
doubt that in Hoods Sarsaparila we have the most
remarkable medicine that has ever been produced;
and positive cure for Scrofula In. It's numerous
forms. Price S1OO, six for $500. Prepared only BY
CT HOOD Il CO.. Lowell Mass Sold b. Druggists
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

Declare that the broken-down constitution of
man can only be restored by the judicious use
of the great catholicon, Wyomoke, or Nerve
Food. 1t is superlative Spring blood alter
alive and nervine tonic, and should be used
by all who suffer from weak digestion, palpi-
| tation of the heart, and a PROSTATE condition
of the system, with a positive assurance of
successful results. Sold by all druggists at
| 81 90. $50, and So. 100. tu&th&w
SCRoFrLl.-A medicine that DESTROYS the
germs of Scrofula and has the power to root
it out is appreciated by the afflicted. The
! remarkable cures of men, women and chill
dren as described by testimonials. prove
! Hoods Sarsaparilla a reliable medicine con-
tanning remedial agents which eradicate
Scrofula from the blood. 100 doses, 81. Sold
by all dealers. c. |. Hood x Co., Lowell.
| Mass decI4eod+&w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

You ARE RUSHING BLINDLY into Consump-
ton if you neglect to take HALE's HONEY OF
HoREHoUND AND TAR for a cough or cold.
Pixies Toothache Drops cure in one minute.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16

. We IcicE ny per
mission to SMiss
Sarah C. Whittier,
Of Warner, n. H.,
who was cured by
Hoods Sarsaparilla
Of Is Scrofula Sord
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-12-16
YORK.

The Saco Water Power machine shop is
furnishing three mills in the South with ma
chinery. One at Admission, Ala, one at Cliff
ton, S. c., aud one at Natchez, Miss. The
machinery is set up BY men from the shop
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-08

In the Senate yesterday the President pro 'en.,
Senator Thurman presented tho credentials OF
Hon. James A. Garfield Us Senator from the State
of Ohio for the term Of six years from March 1851.
and they were placed on the files Of the Senate.
Mr.. Beck presented the report OF the conference
committee on the Indian appropriation bill, which,
after some debate was adopted.
Mr.. Teller, from the committee appointed to IN
ves gate the frauds In the late Presidential elec'
tion, submitted report in behalf of the Republi-
can minority of the committee in relation to polit
ical assessments, which was ordered printed and
laid on the table.
Mr.. Pryor addressed the Senate at length in an
argument in support Of the resolution to unseai
Kellogg and seat Spotiord Mr.. Hoar was recog-
nized to follow on Monday.
on motion of Mr.. Plumb the bill for the sale OF
the Fort Harlan military reservation was taken up
and passed, rs was also II bill on motion of Nr.
Baldwin, for lighthouse at Aux Sable Harbor OF
Refuge
The Senate then adjourned 10 Monday.
The House met at hnlf-past 10 q. ln., and pro-
cecded 10 vote upon amendments reported from
the Committee of the Whole OH Thursday, and they
were all adopted.
At IL o'clock the session of Thursday terminated
and the session of Friday was regularly opened.
Several unimportGnt bills were introduced by
unanimous consent and two or three passed.
The bill for the relief of l.. Madison Day which
came over from Friday OF last week as unfinished
business. was voted oil and rejected-yeas, Soanays
81
The House then went into Committee Of the
Whole on the private calendar and some twenty
or more pension bills were agreed upon ana re-
ported to the House and passed.
On division being demanded on q pending
proposition the want OF quorum was developed
and the House Mt $3.50 p. IN. adjourned.
An evening session. which had been ordered fol
the consideration of the District code, was cut of
by this adjournment Of the House.
To-day. 1t is understood, an effort will be made
to get up the Curtin-locum contested election case
but what the House will do remains TO be seen.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-05-08
SATURDAY MORNING, MAY 8, 1880

sales Of bogus railroad securities become the
evidencies of the absence of any connection
with jobbery; his own bOasted decisions as
Speaker, whereby he Saved" the legislation
which was necessary to give n sufficient seeming
vnlue TO the bonds 10 put them on the market, be-
come the Republican evidences of the reform
labors of their candidate, and, when bankrupt and
overwhelmed by the demands for the return of
their money by those who purchased the useless
scrip from him, the intervention of the Pacific
Railroad Company by paying him enough TO pay
all his debts VIII become proof that there is no
bond, no sympathy or interest between their can.
didato and the vast corporations which nrO now
asking from the Government several hundreds OF
millions of dollars Of subsidy.
1T viii be useless TO try to cyado that issue. 49,
I'm every joint discussion the Republicans will
have to defend Blaines railroad votes, Blaines re-
ports OF sales, Baines letters Bloinos appeals Tor
money, and Tom SCOTS or somebody's payment Of
$4,000 to enable him to pay his debts
The Republican speakers and pres Will be kept
with their noses on the grindstone and forever
maintaining the proprety Of electing man To re-
form abuses whose whole record is mixed up with
an active participation in the abuses which are to
be reformed"
Now the Tribune Is feeding little afy to Sen.
ator Blaine not because IL hates him less but be-
cause 1t hates General Grant more. If II should
happen that Senator blaine Is nominated Mt Chi.
cagO, the Tribune will have stock OF crow on hand
that Will take II all summer and during the fall 10
get out of sight.