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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-08-25

| susie v. writes in the Springfela D..
mean The Augusta Insane A.vlum !. ~.
"ue.ed with much spirit and .ucces. -
w. Kindly disposed to the score, wo,l;...
anu one man power of such institution. ~.
"o" my vacationary friendliness forb;as a..
'eDeiilous impulses. In Massacbr.s,,.
''""'loh have been kept waiting an hopr or
wv Always when visited friend. blu, here
we were ushered without any de,en,;o,, =.
ringing of bells directly into the wards The
reception of Dr. Harlow by the patients and
our whole inspection was marvel,o,s,, n,;
cable. could scarcely believe that VIC wora
a"ohs the insane, so different were the as
pects from my usual experiences. The
'eai'hy situation of the asylum on elevated
ground secluded and sunny, with the broad
panorama of valley, hills and busv -;v
stretching before, is captivating. There are
ooo acres OF highly cultivated grounds in
which the flowers that abound are no,ce.b,v
OF bright, wholesome. revivifying color, To
winch eager patients pleasurably allured nv.
attention. In the chapel and theatrical room
we saw fine portraits of Ruel Williams and
benjamin Brown, the founders, and of Col
Black VINO gave the library $4,000, the in
terest OF which is to be expended maintain
ing it.
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MEXICO.
The RevOlutionists.

TrcsoS, Arizona, August "a. Reyes, with
his band. left Sonora, Thursday, and while
marching toward Tuilhtua was attacked by
federal troops. Eighteen of Reyes followers
were killed. the rest routed. Saturday the
same party had a fight with federal troops at
Alta, and were routed and pursued into Ari-
IONA. They had fight at Alsass fat. -Four
rebels wee killed. They were pursued to
Wilbur's rancho, two miles from the Ameri-
can lines, where they took refuge. Govern
ment troops surrounded the house and de-
manded the rebels. but the employers on the
rancho refused. They returned to the bor-
der for instructions. and said they would re-
turn. In the meantime word had been sent
to Arivaeca, and Deputy Sheriff Elliot with
80 citizens, went and took the rebels, ii in
number, prisoners. This afternoon Reyes
was seen, accompanied by Eve men. coming
to Tucson. L. s. Marshal Evans il now out
with a posse of citizens to aid Mexican
authorities, and it is believed the whole band
will be captured.
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Democratic Rally at Winthrop.

Monday evening ex-senator Doolittle of
Wisconsin was announced to speak in Win
throp. and Col w. A. Waterhouse and Col
John f. Avery of Augusta drove over to
hear him. From some misunderstanding about
the routes, the ex-senator arrived in Halo
well on the eight o'clock train from the west
and was driven by DIR. &. w. Martin
to Winthrop. While the audience were
awaiting Mr.. Doolittle's advent they were
treated to speech from Col. John f. Avery,
of which the following is a brief extract;
Fellow democrats: Why have we met
here tonight? A voice. TO hear Sena-
tor Doolit,le"l Why is this vast audience
assembled? [Cries of give it up and ''pull
down your vest'1 Why do | see before me
such an intelligent, [applausel wide-awake
and interested throng? Why is this thus'
Frantic applause Gentlemen, in Novem-
her we are to put that prince of soldiers, Win
field Scott Hancock wild and continued ap-
plause1 in the presidential chair. Sensa-
ton. The South is solid for him. APP
plause. His record is as untarnished as his
sword [Continued applause. One hun
bred thousand corrupt Office holders are to be
turned out of office. Cries OF good.
Their places will be filed with democrats.
| Immense applause We must put our
shoulder to the wheel [applausel, and not
look back until our peerless leader, Hancock
! Gapplausel is elected by one million major
| itv. GYells and cries of you're giving us
| taffy."1 You must vote as you pray. De
risive laughter Vote early and often. Ia
voice. That's the stuff My heart is sad
when think how the temperance men IN
Maine have been used by the republicans
TWeeps. The scene at this point was very
J af.ectinr. Strong men she'd tears. But |
must close. Applause and cries of good. J
| have already spoken too long. A voice.
go on have the pleasure OF introduc-
ING TO YOU, Col. W. a. Warehouse OF Au,
rusta. Applause Mr.. Waterhouse had
| hardly got well under way, when he was IN
terrupted BY the entrance of ex-senator boo'
little and compelled 10 subs,de
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MARYLAND
ShipWrecked.,

BALTIMORE. August "a. Schooner Jennie
A. Shepard, which arrived Sunday. brought
Capt Edward Kelley, master of schooner
Frank d. Merritt, of Wellsfeet, Mass. lost
the 18th inst. Merritt left Port Antonio.
Jamaica, August 4th, with cargo of fruit
and cocoa-nuts, for Philadelphia. On the
stl,, at A. NJ, during the captains watch,
the schooner capsized and lay on her star
board side. Tie captain thinks the schooner
must have suddenly filled, as there was no
breeze to capsize her. One of the crew was
seriously injured. About noon, while cling
ing to the rigging, the crew were rescued by
the Nova Scotia brig Eureka, and carried to
Halifax, except the captain, who lett the
Eureka and came on schooner Shepard. The
vessel and cargo are valued at $4,000.
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State News.
.aSpRoscoeerS.

ANpRoscoeSIN.
j. II. Pulsiftr of Auburn, has cat which
has family of kittens in the attic that have
not been able 10 30 to the scashore this sea-
son. Mrs. Tabitha, however, thought II pro-
per to yet up some amusement for her little
people. Accordingly, on successive days,
she goes down stairs, opens the doors. goes
into the garden and fetches red apples in her
mouth up stairs. and there her kittens are
found frolicking with the fruit.
HANCOCK.
There was an Indian foot race at Bar Har-
Dor, last week. at which Frank Francis Of the
Passamaquoddy tribe, made the distance, %
miles, in hours and 81 minutes, and Newell
Francis of the Penobscots in hours and 40
minutes. They made the whole distance
withou, stopping. The race was witnessed
by large number of people.
rENcBscoT,
Through the courtesy of Mr.. Stephen ii.
Cone and the members of the Buskin Club,
the engagement of Kate ClaNton IN Bangor
has been cancelled. in order that the re-
pubicaus may have the use of Norombega
Hall next Monday evening, on which occasion
Hon. James q. Blaine will speak there.
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MASSACHUSETTS.
Charges of Fraud.

BosToS, August "a. Duncan G.. Briggs
of Lewiston, who was in the grocery business
in that city, and who decamped after commit
ting perjury to defraud his creditors, has been
arrested near St. Adams, VT, by Boston
officers, and will be brought to Boston to-day.
The officers followed Briggs through Colo
RADIO, Arkansas, and Indian Territory. where
Briggs learning requisition was out for him,
fed to Montreal.
Briggs has lately been engaged in snug
Cling silver ware into Canada.
Advancement Of Science.
From large number of arrivals to-day,
indications are most favorable for a sue
cessful meeting of the American Association
for Advancement of Science, which holds its
annual meeting at the Institute of Tech
nology, commencing tomorrow.
Suicide.
MILFORD. August "a. Mrs. Corbett, a
widow, committed suicide to-day, by hang.
ing.
Drowned.
FIrcuBrRc, August "a. Willie Talbot
aged years, was drowned while bathing.
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Gardiner Local News.

The funeral services of the late DIR. Thad-
deus Hildreth, took place Saturday afternoon
August 2lst, at O'Clock. in the Episcopal
| church. Although the day was not very
pleasant yet large number of his friends
and acquaintance were present. After the
| beautiful funeral services had been read by
| the rector, Rev. Mr.. Bradley. long process
sion formed and followed him to the
grave Six brother doctors acted as bearers;
| three from Augusta and three from Gardiner.
| Following Immediately after the hearse came
numerous friends and relatives in hacks and
carriages. Then the comrades of Heath
Post, q. \. r., and the brethren of the Masonic
| fraternity of Herman Lodge both of which he
was member. 1t was one of the largest
seen in this city for some time. The loss of
so Intelligent. skiiful and correct principled
physician as the deceased will he greatly de-
plored. lie had ingratiated himself Into the
| favor of his patients and friends by his win
ming manners and cheerful conversation. His
bereaved family will have the sympathy of
| a large circle of friends.
Thursday night, August 10Th, an old unoc
cupied dwelling house on Summer ST.. was
partially consumed bv fire. 1t was supposed
TO be incendiary. The object was supposed
! to be merely to give the new steam fire en-
zine a trial of their skill and ability. No in
surance. Loss unknown.
Monday forenoon, Mr.. Frank +. Southland
accidentally caught his left hand in a circular
saw while at work in the slat factory of Mr..
VIM. II. Moore. severing one finger and bad
" gashing another. DIR. Plimpton dressed
the wound. Frank is liable to take a rest
for some weeks to come. He was not in
sured.
About the handsomest campaign flag that
we have seen for some time was. flung to the
breeze over Water street. The names of
Garfield and Arthur are painted in scrolls at
the top. Between these is a finely executed
| American eagle. At the bottom are the
words, For governor, Daniel f. Davis.
| That's the flag for US. No democratic,
greenback OF conglomerate there.
Mr.. John Walsh, one of our well-known
citizens. has opened provision store in his
old stand John has evidently gone into
new business. and abandoned his old trade.
| A union rally is posted for "Wednesday
evening. Gen J. +. Farnswor,h will speak.
| On Thursday evening there will be grand
| republican rally at johnson Halle Hon
Vim. p. Frye will address the audience.
large meeting is expected
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SkOSvhegan Locals.

Campaign work is being vigorously pushed
forward by both parties. Several of the
leading republicans in town are making
effective talk in the adjoining districts and
towns. Republicans in this section are in
good spirits. Josh Nye & Co. will do but
little harm in this section. Their course is
universally condemned, not only by republic
cans but by leading temperance men. The
only class that rejoice over their action
are the fusioDists, who never sympathized
18th Josh Nye till he commenced to help
them in the name of temperance. We hope
every temperance man will read Rev. Mr..
Hamilton's letter to Mr.. Chase, giving his
reasons for not affliating with that faction
in Portland. Every true temperance man
should endorse the sentiments of that letter
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Kennebec County Medical Society.

A special meeting of the Kennebec County
Medical Society was held on the 2lst inst, at
the Office of ID. A. F. Plimpton of Gardiner,
for the purpose of attending the funeral of the
late DIR. Thaddeus Hidreth, and the follow
ing preamble and resolutions were unani-
mously adopted;
Inasmueh as it hath pleased the Divine
Ruler of events in His wise providence to re-
move from earth our late brother. DR. Thad-
deus Hidreth of Gardiner, therefore.
RESOLVED. That in this sad dispensation
we have been berett Of one of the most worthy
and active members of tbs Association; the
community have lost a reliable. skillful, and
intelligent physician and surgeon. and the
sorrowing family kind husband and indul-
gent father.
RESOLVED, That while life lasts we will
ever cherish his memory. and endeavor to
initiate his virtues and noble example.
RESOLVED, That these resolutions be put
upon the records of this society. and pub
lishcd copy be forwarded to the bcreaved
family.
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Local anb State Nfms.

Wednesday, August rs, 1880.
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| GENEVA. August ~. Bishop Herzog ha.
left Switzerland for the United States, will
the object of promoting the scheme for the
federation of all Christian churches in the
universe.
Egyptian Cotton Crop.
CAIRO, August "a 1t is believed that the
Egyptian cotton crop will be half million
cantars (200, SOC. 900 pounds) less than in 1879
and about Is days later.
Russian Harvest.
ST. PETERSBURG, August "a. Competent
authorities say the Russian harvest is the
worst since the famine of 1878.
An Ambassadorial Difkculty.
PARIS, August ~. An alteration occurred
between Tissot, French representative AT
Constantinople. and Goschen, British repre-
sentative, after the last ambassadorial con-
sultation, at the residence OF Count Hstzieldt.
German ambassador.
Death.
LONDON, August ~, VIM. Thompson,
known AS Bendigo, the famous prize fighter.
is dead.
MurderOus Threats.
At Hammersmith police court, to-day, Jas.
Donovan, footman, was charged with sending
letters to Lord Oranmore, threatening him
:" ith uSath IL ifS SausS
Of Irish landlords. Lord Oranmore recently
wrote to the Times respecting the state of
Ireland. The prisoner was remanded and
bail refused.
English Politics.
The radical democratic clubs of London
and suburbs, assembled in Westminster last
night and urged 7. T. OConnor, home rule
member for the borough of Galway, to press
his uanfinn adyarsa To tho visfa nf thn
House OF Lords to a division, and to present
his address advocating the abolition of the
House of Lords. O'Connor replied, express
ing sympathy with the objects of the meet
ing.
Affairs in Ireland.
At the meeting of the home rule members
of the House of Commons, yesterday, O'Con-
nor said with regard to the opposition to the
constabulary vote, that much would depend
upon The manner in which the Irish members
were met by government. If their proposals
were rejected, it would be necessary to resist
the vote to the last, but if government were
disposed to listen to the protests of the Irish
people against the manner in which the con-
stabulary is now being used. extreme steps
would be unnecessary. lie was resolved To
place several amendments ON paper against
the vote, which will be taken tonight.
Disastrous British SOrtie.
SINLA, August "a. In sortie from Can
dahar Brig. Gen. Burke, Col. Newport,
Major French, Capt. Cruikshank and three
lieutenants were killed, three officers severe
ly and two fatally wounded and lis men
killed. The enemy's artillery and sharp
shooters fire constantly.
More Severe Fighting.
BUCHAREST, August "a. There has been
more severe fighting in Dohirdja, between
Roumsnian and Bulgarian insurgents. Many
Of the latter were killed or captured while
pillaging villages.
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POLITICAL.


DEcArrR, August "a. Gen. Joseph E.
Wheeler is nominated for Congress by the
democrats of the Sth district.
PrrrsroS, Penn. Augustssi. The demo-
cratic convention for the l2th district result
ed in the nomination of two candidates for
Congress, Asa Il. Brundige of Luxerne
county, and ID. W. Connolly, greenback
nominee. of Lackawanna county.
New York Republican State Committee.
New YORK. August II. The republican
State committee met to-day at Geneva On
the question OF nominating candidate for
chief justice Of the court of appeals, on
general consultation the members of the
committee, except three or four. were strong
ly opposed to holding convention, and it
VAS unanimously decided not TO do so.
Prohibition Convention.
TRENTON, n. j., August "a The pro-
hibition reform party has called . State con-
vention at Trenton, Sept /, to nominate q
governor and electoral ticket.
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non. VIM. ,. Allison. U. s. Senator -.
IOWA. and Gen. Judson K;lD.,.;a, 1870. nom
Saturday win a, speak in Granite Hall, On
SATURDAY evening next. SPEAKING - N
~ at eight o'clock. Music h. .n
a.sa.'a band. The ladies are espec;a1,v -
veil tDo. present Gen. Fitzpatrick, as i,
.. IN Anown' was one of the most dasbin, and
o'hiiant cavalry officers in the se-vi.. 80.
m ms spurs IN many hard-foupb, ssld
ne IS as eloquent in speech as he We. -.
!" battle. Let the hall be fp,
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FIrcHBrRc, August "a. Willie Talbot,
aged years. was drowned while bathing.
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have suffered from kidney difficulty for
the mast ten years. accompanied with ner-
vous spasms Physicians gave me but tenn
norary relief. but after using three and one
half bottles of Warmers Safe Kidney and
Liver cure. nv nervous spasms were entirely
relieved. Ny age is "a years l recommend
this great remedy to all suffering from ner-
ION. troubles. Mas. MARY REESE
Easton Pa.
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Mr.. Owen, of the Wing, was summoned
home to this city Monday night, by the sud-
den and serious illness of his youngest child.
We learn that the little one will probably
soon recover.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-08-25

The Garfield and Arthur club of Readfield
will hold meeting in the Town Hall in that
place next Saturday evening, August 18th, to
be addressed by Hon. Mr.. Berry of Wayne,
and Mr.. Swift, formerly a leading greenback-
or of Fayette.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-08-25

Thomas McGrath appeared before Record
or Whitehouse, yesterday afternoon, on
charge Of assault on an officer with intent to
10 kill. Waived examination and was out
under 81 200 bonds for appearance at the
September term of court.
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A dog belonging to Joseph Nicholas, Pet
tngilrs Corner, is vicious animal, and
someone should put the brute out of the way.
The other day he bit little boy named Smart
quite severely. He is a dangerous creature
and should be despatched.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-08-25

A general reunion of all the regimental
s.sociations in this State was suggested at
the meeting of the 18th, the other day, and
committee of the board of directors wa.
chosen to arrange such reunion.
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WEATHER REPORT.

Indications for the Next - HOnI.
War Dept, Office Chef Signal Officer.
Washington, ID. c., August 25.-l a. IN.
For the New England and Middle States,
higher barometer, stationary or lower tenn
perature, southerly winds, veering to north
or west, partly clear or cloudy weather and
numerous rains.
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NEW JERSEY.
Verdict of CoTOner's Jury,

Verdict OF COTOneT's Jury.
CAMDEN, August "a. The coroner's jury
in the Mays Landing disaster returned a
verdict that the cause Of the collision was &C.
casioned by combination of circumstances,
viz: Unfavorable condition of rails, on ac-
count of recent rains; limited time between
starting of first and second sections of the
train; and inability of engineer of second
section to manage the automatic brake.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-08-25

On and after September 1st. the Henry
Morrison will on Tuesdays and Fridays leave
Boothbay at and Bath at g. 80 O'Clock p. NJ.
for Augusta, instead of as at present adver-
fised
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There are too little steamers at Lake Ma
ranscook, and they have all the moon-gazing
passengers they can carry. Names sum-
,ner resorts are famous for their moons. as
we'll as their stars.
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VIRGINIA.
Duel Prevented.

RICHMOND, August "a This morning war.
rants we're issued for the arrest of DIR. Geo.
Johnson. son of U. S. Senator johnson, and
Cant. John s Wise, son of the late Governor
Henry Wise johnson was arrested and
bailed in s., 600 Wise has not yet been ar
rested.
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LABOR TROUBLES.
Strike Abandoned.

LONDON, Eng, August -. In consequence
of workmen in some districts in Worcester
shire refusing to cooperate, the contemplated
strike of the nail makers has been abandoned
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Mrs. d. NJ lockwood of Belgrade, under
took to commit suicide Sunday morning by
cutting her throat with razor. She sue
ceeded l.: making an ugly looking wound,
but did not get quite deep enough. She is
now doing we'll. Poor health and partial
insanity are given as the cause
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Messrs. Norton & burlington of Watervile
commence laying bricks, Thursday, on the
new WOODEN mill in Skowhegan, to be built
by Hon. Abner Coburn of that place. The
building is to he 150xJS feet, and three sto-
res high. About million bricks will tc
used in its construction.
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We learn from II. NJ. Leonard, Esq, who
has just returned from Moosehead Lake, that
the trout are taking the fly very readily, and
sportsmen are having exciting times. Hon.
J. G. Blaine's daughter caught last week the
largest trout that has been taken this season.
1t weighed three pounds. Bangor Wing.
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BASE BALL.

At Buffalo. n. Y.-Bostons IL. Buffalos 2.
At Chicago, Ill.-Chicagos /, Worcesters
At Cincinnati, O.-Troys II, Cincinnatis
l.
AT Cleveland. O.-Providenccs 5, Clevc-
lands 0.
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1t gives me pleasure TO say that Addmso"'s
Botanic Baisan cured me of a severe cold to
" hich l have been subject, especially during
the winter months, and | have in many in
stances recommended it to my friends. and
all have been benefited by its use. We think
it has no equal as a cough mixture.
L. l.. PETTENGILL-
No 10 State St. Boston.
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4 Boston gentleman has bonded the
"Sedgeley farm" in Winthrop, on the Dor
ders of Winthrop Pond and proposes to form
company and build a hotel there, next
summer. The town of Leeds held town
meeting recently, to consider proposal of
the same gentleman to purchase also the
prevent competition. The meeting voted to
leave the matter in the hands of the select
men. 1t is well settled that there is to be u
Maranacook Hotel.
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OHIO.
DIR. Buchanan.

CLEVELAND, August "a. "Dr." Buchanan,
of bogus medical diploma notoriety, is at
Windsor, Ont, opposite this city, where he
has been living under the name of Fairchild.
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There will be good speaking at Meonian
Hall this evening, by an eminent orator from
~, the State. Let there be good audience.
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PENNSYLVANIA.
Advance in Coal.

PHILADELPHIA, August "a. Anthracite
coal dealers intend to advance Eastern prices
Of egg and stove coal 20 cents per ton for
Sentemh.r