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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

In June two conventions will assemble
one in Chicago, one in Cineinnati-for the
purpose Of nominating candidates for the
Presidency Of the United States. The
Woman's National Christian Temperance
Union. deeply realizing the influence possess
ed by the Chief Magistrate of the Nation and
the power of his example, calls upon the
Woman's Christian Temperance Unions of
the land to unite in prayer, on Tuesday, the
LIST Of June, for the nominees Of these conven-
tons
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

Henry A. Taber has removed his business
from the old quarters to lG3 Water street OPP
posite the Express Office, where may be
Taber now employs eight men, two of them
being Boston plumbers, and one profession
al steam filter and has all the work he can
attend to. He is to fit f. G.. Aliens new
building with steam fitting
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29
WASHINGTON.
AdrOjt Theft.

WASHINGTON, May IS. The library de-
partment clerk cashed check for g., 700 at
the Treasury department to-day, receiving
part coin and part notes. He laid the pack
age of notes one side. while doing up the COIN
Shortly after in the horse cars he opened the
package and found it contained red Office
tape. No clue. The amount stolen exceed.
ed 81 900.
The McGarragan Claims.
The House Committee on Private Lands
will report adversely upon the McGarragan
claims.
Compulsory Pilotage.
The House Committee on Commerce will
report favorably bill repeating compulsory
pilotage through He'll Gate.
Alleged Frauds in Elections.
The minority report of the committee on
alleged frauds in elections. in the nature of
reply to the majority report, concerning
infringement of suffrage in Rhode Island, and
submitted to-day, says: Data collection in
Rhode Island is of comparatively little im-
portance. There are no special restrictions
upon the right or exercise of suffrage existing
there, the principles involved in which are
not now or have not been at some period of
its history involved in the legislation and
practice Of every other State"
Appropriation Bill.
The House Committee on Appropriations
will recommend conference committee on
the legislative, executive and judicial appro-
priation bill, being unable to concur in the
Senate amendments. Gibson's Mississippi
river bill is favorably reported by the COM
mittee. The total appropriation contem-
plated in the bill is S6,G5l 900. The commit
tee in addition to the river and harbor bill
provide 5000 more for Plymouth harbor,
Mass, and deduct S25 900 from Newburyport
appropriation.
Passion Bill.
The Senate Pension committee will report
the House bill granting pensions To certain
soldiers and sailors Of the Mexican war and
! in the Indian war with the Creeks and Semi
noles. The act does not apply to any person
under political disability imposed by the 18th
amendment. The bill repeats the section Of
the revised statutes which provides that ''No
money on account of pensions shall be paid
to any person, or to the heirs of any person,
who in any manner voluntarily engaged in
or aided or allotted the late rebellion"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

At the Mystic Park races on Wednesday,
the 2.25 class was won by s'Knox Boy,' -
owned by Isaac Carr of Farmingdale, con-
trary to the' general expectation. The Bos-
ton Herald says that the stallion was never
in better trim, and never trotted so fast as he
did on that occasion, He apparently did just
as he pleased with the strong team pitted
against him, and fully demonstrated that he
was a first-class trotter. He made the fol.
lowing record: 2.26, 2.254, 2.25. stKnox
Boy, Jr.," son of this trotter, is owned BY
Hiram Reed, of Augusta, and is very prom
Using young horse, having made his mile in
2.3O. He has trotted two races, and never
lost a heat in either of Them
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29
FIRES.
At Rochester. N. II.

BosToN, Mass, May %. The tanncry and
shoe factory of Messrs. Wallace, at Rochester,
n. H., were burned this morning Nine
buildings were destroyed, together with lum-
Der in the yard. Loss $4,000; partly COW
cred by insurance. Four hundred hands are
thrown out of employment
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

The Grand Army boys are DESTROYS to have
as many flowers as possible for their Decor
alton Dag services. All should contribute to
theextent of their ability. The Post also calls
the Hall on Monday morning and assist in
the work of making wreaths, bouquets, etc.
The flowers are not to be handed in until
Monday morning, and large corps of ladies
will be needed to get the floral display ready
in season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

A lady says: 81 saw your advertisement Of
the PEOPLES Favorite Tonic Bitters and told
NV husband that was going to try it for
Dyspepsia He said it was humbug like
MANY others, but persuaded him to get a
bottle for trial. Its effect was wonderful. l
never used anything that helped me so much.
Unlike many other bitters its benefit is last
ing. My husband now cannot say enough IN
its praise" See advertisement.
may25-t &wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

Farmers have nearly completed their plant
ing operations for the season around Angus
ia. smaller acreage of potatoes has been
put in this year than usual, owing to cheer
full prospect that the potato bug is to commit
extensive depredations These insects are very
numerous, and can be seen almost every
where. More acres have been sown to wheat
and grain than for many years past. The hot
weather is favorable to the corn crop. Grass
looks well, but needs showers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

Mr.. Ed. Pennell, of WOodford's station.
will assume the duties Of depot master at the
Maine Central station at Richmond, June LIST.
Mr. J. w. Hall. at present employed at this
station, will take charge of Woodford's sta
tion.-The shoe factory will be ready for oc.
cupancy August 25th.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

At the regular monthly meeting of the
Maine Central railroad, Wednesday, the Pres
ident reported that under the authority pre-
struction of the iron bridge across the Kenne-
bee at Skowhegan. The directors instructed
the President to make arrangements for the
payment of the State tax due June LIST and
January LIST.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

The Rockland and Dover companies are to
company at an early day. This will COM
pIete the work of mastering in the Maine
militia.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

DR.. W. G. Wilder, veterinary surgeon
from Halifax, N. S., has been in town for a
week past, attending to the health of equines
in Augusta stables. He has treated several
cases of epizootic very successfully.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

There will be union memorial. service at
the Congregational church, Sunday evening
at 7.3O o'clock, by Rev. F. E. Clark of Port
land. All are invited. Rev. Mr.. Clark is
highly spoken of as an eloquent pulpit ora
tor, and no doubt, inspired by such theme,
will deliver an able AMI appropriate sermon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

Services will be held as usual in the Uni
versalist church. Augusta, tomorrow fore
noon and evening 1t is not fully known
who will officiate.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29
Investigation.
The Boston Journal.
CONNECTICUT.
Hanged.

HARTFORD. May %. Henry Hamlin, con-
vict, who murdered night Waterman Shipman,
at the State prison. in 1877, was hanged at
the county Jail in this city to-day. William
Allen, Maine man, for completely in the af-
fair, was tried on the same charge and re-
ceiyed life imprisOnment
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

Rev. C. A. Allen Of Brunswick, will occu-
py the pulpit Of Mr.. Thacher, at the Unitari
an church tomorrow, Sunday A. M. He
will also preach in Gardiner in the after
noon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

Rev. Mr.. Allen Of Brunswick, will deliver
lecture on Sunday evening, at the Unita-
fian church, upon the subject "Lot's Wife"
ALI are invited.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29
WEATHER REPORT.

Indications for the Next ~ Hons.
War Dept, Office Chief Signal Officer.
Washington, d. c., May 80 =. m
For New ENGLAND and the Middle States.
rising, followed by stationary barometer,
cooler, north to west winds, clear or partly
cloudy weather.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

~71e largest stoek Of 7s1"Ss ana s"s'
IN he city, at the corner store
=" '"s Phil p. Gete'eiFs,
Cor. Bridge aSd Water Sss;
NJ. L.other Trunks and Graz" Lsd.He'
Ra"s q sree;alty.. Shasi Straps ana 00"-
- Tsrnks slsays On HAND. ,ururr1
.nr;laifSm PHIL r. G11CH1AA'
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

No city in Maine keeps its front ward.
cleaner than bangor.-Bangov Wig.
Except Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

On the door of w. s. Choate's Office is in
scribed<he following in big round hand
''GoNE TO CHICAGO.
Return srhen Blaine is nominated,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

Herbert NJ. Heath. Esq, is to deliver the
Memorial address at Winthrop, this after
noon, when Decoration Day will be ON
served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

The graduating class Of the Augusta High
School have selected crimson as their class
color.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

hrought /. multitude Of ills upon hr% SM1G
20 .a;th the ancients; but bottle OF SUI SUI.
Don't is : we'll spring Of joy IN tne ra" ~.
1t refte.hes the ne 1 Ssl'e for the pariOr
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29
CANADA.
Commercial Usion Desired.

Commercial Union Desired.
MONTREAL, May %. meeting in behalf
Of q commercial union with the United
States, was held last night in the French
quarter. After speeches by Joseph Perault
and L. O. David, resolution in favor Of .
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

The Augusta Band has been ENGAGED o.
play in Hallowell Decoration Day fore
noon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

Mr.. E. W. Getchell lost valuable truck
horse, Thursday, from lung fever.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

Inc Trustees of the State Society h.x.
"aoe proposition to the citizen. of T.~;.-
TON and Auburn to locate the State r.;. :.
'ne Riding Park grounds there for three wear,
PROVIDED the park shall be fitted up with All
.ne needed sheds and conveniencies. which 4.
estimated will cost -, 900, and nav a Ger.
'ain rent. The owners Of the ground. arc
ready to contribute 5000 Of the sum need.
ca 70 mt them up, provided the citizen. Of
Lewiston and Auburn will contribute ~ ON.
subscription papers are being circnl.,ed
and about 5000 have already been subscribed
S'en' hundred dollars more will secure the
state Fair for the next three years.
Some persons were quite vill;no tho,
rrince Albert Sawyer should carry of the
otate seal, last winter, because the Pine tree
engraved upon it was such q poor represen.
ration Of this beautiful tree. The tree vhose
likeness is on the new State seal. stand. nm
the Edr'unds side of Denny's river, nearly
opposite the residence of T. W. Allan, ESQ.
IN Dennysville, Washington county.
'ketch OF 1t was made by Miss Carrie Talbot
OF Portland. and placed in an Art Exhibition
IN that city last winter. The drawing was
liked so we'll, that when the engrave r of the
seal Needed picture of a pine tree. Mis-.
Ialbots sketch was selected for his use.
Local markets are quiet. '.Ifs almost too
not to eat" is the universal exclamation
Straw berries have disappeared, the extreme
dry weather having cut of the crop in Vir-
gina. People are now using bananas and
cream for desert, and say that the result is
iuiiy as delicious dish as strawberries and
cream.-Eggs sell at IA cents a dozen: bit
ter IL to 20 cents pound; new cheese is
coming in at Is cents.-There is nothing new
in notwithstanding says that '.shad are lit
tie more source" They retail from IA to IS
cents each. Alewives are in great abundance
Fishermen say they never knew them 50 plen
ty They sell at cent and cent and a half
each.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29
FOREIGN NEWS.
EpsOm Races.

poOoS AoCCSs
LONDON, May IS. The race for Oaks
stakes At EPSON to-day, was won by Jennie
Hewlett, second place by Bonnie Maiden,
third by Warhsne. Thirteen horses ran in
the race.
The race for the EPSON gold cup, was won
by Rothschild's Fashion; Lorillard's Parole,
second.
Protection in Russia.
A Berlin despatch to the Standard says that
the commission appointed by the Russian
ministries of public communications and Of
finance, to investigate the condition Of the
iron industry Of Russia, has recommended
that agricultural and other machines from
abroad, hitherto imported free, shall hence
forth pay duty. and duties on those already
liable shall be largely increased.
The Fortune Bay Case.
The Manchester Guardian publishes con-
ciliatory leading article on the fishery
question. The writer IL not at all aprrehsn-
sive that diplomatic correspondence on the
subject will end in anything but m amicable
understanding
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

Night sweats, cough, emaciation and de-
cline prevented BY Malt Bitters.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

Cadet Whitaker.

New YORK, May 2S. Four sunstrokes
yesterday. Cooler this morning and slightly
cloudy Wind southeast.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29
THE INDIANS.


Fort SMITH. Mon, May IS. The red
skins at Poplar Creek agency have repeatedly
sent word to Gen. Hazen desiring to surren-
der. Sitting Bull himself sent special en-
voy, but Hazen told him the terms Of surren-
der were the same as heretofore expressed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29
Fire in Lewiston.
Tramp Arrested.

BANGOR, May IS. A tramp giving the
name of Henry Smith, Portland, was brought
to this city to-day by Constable Kinds of
South Orrington, charged with burning the
buildings of Capt. Snow, Thursday morning.
He has not been arraigned yet. The proper
ty was valued at s., 500; insured for 81 500.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29
MASSACHUSETTS,.
Hail and Lightning.

ATrLEBoRo, May IS. A heavy shower
with hail and lightning passed over this place
this afternoon, doing much damage. All Of
the greenhouses lost their glass and tie foun-
dry had $50 lights broken.
Investigation.
BosroN. May 2S. The State prison inves-
tiga,ion was resumed to-day, several ex-offi-
GERS of the institution testifying. Evidence
related principally to excessive punishments,
inattention to sanitary condition of prisoners
and other derelirtion on the part of the war
den, which witnesses alleged to have charac-
terized the present administration.
The Boston Journal.
The editors and reporters of the Boston
Journal, who since the recent fire in their
office have been occupying quarters in the
Herald building, removed tonight to the COM
modious apartment which has been prepared
for them in the Journal building.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29

WASHINGTON, ID. c., May %. Gen. Hatch
announces his arrival at Fort Craig and
states: "kramer, who Joined me yesterday,
is coming to San Jose. He reports more
fighting since killing the IS Indians. No
particulars yef''
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29
BY TELEGRAPH.
Associated Press kilograms to the Daily
Kennebec Journal
Maine State Fair.

Maine State Fair.
PORTLAND, May IS. The Maine State
Fair will be held at Lewiston this year, Sept
2lst to the 9th.
Fire in Lewiston.
LEWISTON, May 2S. The brick dwelling
and stable Of John Dunton, Webster street.
were burned tonight. Loss 81 600; insured
5000 in the Lancashire. The fire caught
in the stable, it is reported by children play
ing with matches
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-05-29
The Mcl:arragan Claims.

will report adversely upon the McGarragan
claims.
The Portland daily press., 1880-11-12

The views of Gen. Malone of Virginia
are thus condensed from recent interview
He is honestly independent, and his posi-
ton in many respects is as yet enigmatical
lie is opposed to any union or compromise
with the Bourbon Democracy with bitter
ness almost vindictive. His treatment by
Barnum's commi ttee, that resulted in the
triumph of the Flu nder ticket at the late
election, he re CARDS as the final act of hostil-
ity which can never be sufficiently avenged
He feels that he has been abused and mis-
represented as repudiator before the pub
lie. His inclinations are favorable to Gen.
Garfield's administr alton. He may or may
not go into the Republican caucus. 1t is
safe to say he will not go into the Democrat
ic caucus. His course will be guided by
what he considers best to redeem Virginia
and the South from Bourbon control. which
he regards as the essence of all things abom-
Unable. He may be depended upon to take
an opposite course in every way to his
Bourbon colleague. He can be trusted to
support the policy of the Republican party
in regard TO legislation to preserve the re-
suits of the war and the purpose of the con-
stitutional amendments He has given the
negro the right to vote in Virginia, and
may be depended upon to aid in protecting
the ballot-box in the rest of the South. He
is under no agreement with the Republican
managers to do anything.
The Portland daily press., 1880-11-12
How Liszt Got His Wife.
The Magic in the Fingers of Great
Pianist.


Liszt was at Prague in the autumn of 1876.
The day after his arrival stranger called uD-
on him and represented himself as brother
artist in distress, having expended all his
means in an unsuccessful lawsuit and asked
aid to enable him to return to Nuremburg, his
place of residence. Liszt gave him hearty re-
ception and opened his desk to get some
money, but found he possessed only three due
ats.
"You see,'' said the generous artist, "that 1
am as poor as yourself. However, have cred
it, and can coin money with my piano. 1 have
miniature given me by the emperor of Aus
tria; the painting is of little value, but the di-
amonds are fine; sell the diamonds and keep
the money
The stranger refused the rich gift but Liszt
compelled him to take it. and he carried it to
jeweller, who, suspectlng from his miserable
appearance that he had stolen it, had him ar
rested and thrown into prison. The stranger
sent for his generous benefactor, who immedi-
ately called upon the jeweller and told h i'm
that the man was innocent. and that he had
given him the diamonds.
"But who are you?" asked the jeweler.
s'My name is Liszt," he replied.
81 know of no financier of that name," said
the jeweler.
every possible" said Lszt.
"But do you know that these diamonds are
worth 5000 florins?"
$50 much the better for him to whom gave
them"
"But you must be very rich to make such
presents"
"My sole fortune consists of three ducats,' -
said Liszt.
'Then you are fool" said the ieweler
mo-" said Liszt, 81 have only to move the
ends of my fingers to get as much money as
want"
"Then you are sorcerer," said the jeweler.
II will show you the kind of sorcery en-
ploy," said Lszt.
Seeing piano in the back parlor of the jew.
eler's shop, the eccentric artist sat down to il
beautiful young lady made her appearance and
at the close of the performance exclaimed
"Bravo Lszt!'
you know him then?" said the ieweler to
| his daughter.
II have never seen him before" she said
'but there is no one in the world but Liszt who
| can produce such sou ids from piano"
The jeweler was satisfied, the stranger was
released and relieved, the report of Liszt being
| in the city flew, and he was waited upon an
concert in their city. The jeweler, seeing
the homage that was paid to the man of genius
was ambitious of forming an alliance with
| him. and said to him:
Chow do you find my daughter?'
"Adorable!" was the reply.
"What do you think of marriage?" said the
| jeweler.
"Well enough to try it," said Liszt.
What do you say to dowry of 100000 of
francs?' was next asked.
Twill accept it," was the reply, "and thank
you too.'
"Well, NV daughter likes YOU and YOU like
her," said the jeweler. ''The dowry is ready.
Will you be my son-in-law?"
"Gladly," replied Liszt; and the marriage
was celebrated the week following.
The Portland daily press., 1880-11-12

New YORK Herald: Tammany is SO
staggered and confounded that it vociferates
cry of fraud and attributes the unexpected
result to wholesale colonization of Repub-
lican voters. This mode of salving the
wound is absurd and ridiculous. No per-
son voted in the city who was not registered,
and the increase of registration was proper
tionally less between 1876 and 1880 than it
was between 1872 and 1876. Suppo sing the
charge of Republican colonization to be
true, what is the local Democratic organiza-
ton worth if it had failed to discover such
gigantic frauds in the registry until after
the election? Should the party continue to
trust sentinels who let whole brigades steal
Into its camp unperceived? In making this
charge, Tammany pronounces its own con-
demnation, if it believes it true. But it does
not believe it true; it knows it to be false.
1t is impossible that twenty thousand i'm
ported voters should be registered without
Immediate detection. The simple truth is
that there is wide and indignan. revolt
against the Kelly type of Democracy.
The Portland daily press., 1880-11-12
NATIONAL THANKSGIVING.
BY the President of the United States,
A PROCLAMATI

At no period in their history, since the United
States became nation, has this people had so
abundant and so universal reasons for joy AID
gratitude at the favor of Almighty God, or been
subject to so profound obligation to give thanks
for His loving kindness and humbly to implore His
continued care and protection. Health, wealth and
prosperity throughout all borders; peace, honor
and friendship with all the world; firm and faithful
adherence by the great body of our population to
the principles of liberty and justice which has made
our greatness nation and the wise institutions
and strong form of government and society which
will perpetuate it-for all these let the hearts of
happy and united people, as with one voice. ascend
in devout homage to the Giver of All Good. 1
therefore recommend that on Thursday, the
twenty-hfth day of November nexf, the peo-
pie meet in their respective places of worship to
make their Acknowledgements to Almighty God for
His bounties and His protection, and to offer to
Him prayers for their continuance.
BY the President. r. B. HAYES.
VIM. M. EvARTs,
Secretary of State
The Portland daily press., 1880-11-12

seemed to attract their attention and admira-
tion more than anything else, save perhaps our
watches and gloves. The gloves, especially.
seemed to puzzle them. The countess took
out her repeater and made 1t strike for them.
They seemed delighted, just as little children
would be, with the sound of the tiny bell
Some Of these pretty Arab girls asked me,
through our dragoman if all the ladies In our
country were like the two with ms? told
Hall to ask these girls what made them ask
that question. They answered with giggle
and q shy look from their roguish eyes, "If
they are all so large it must be very hard work
for the DOOR OOrse to carry them.