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Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1881-02-24

Keep accounts and know precisely what
is done and is doing ond how the Business
o. the farm is paying, in what particular it
is paying and where it is losing. Farming
docs pay. 1t is the most profitable business
IN the world. The loose and careless man
ner in which it is generally carried on
would utterly wreck any less profitable
business. There was once man who made
certain attachments for looms known as
"plokers,' and prepared the raw hide from
which they were made himself. But he
thought it was moro cleanly and better
business to buy the hides aud merely cut
them up and make the pickers So he
bough. the hides from neghbor, and the
first year ho was overwhelmed with debt
and sold out, aud his neighbour became rich
by curing hides. Tho unfortunate man
made money 30 fast before that he never
troubled himself now it was made:=and oplv
learned too late that one part of his business
was profitable and the other was not; but
then he bad given over to his ncishbot tho
profits and kept the losses for himself. It
is much the samo with farming, for no one
can tell where he is losing or making money,
without accounts. Just now is seasonablo
time to consider this matter and to begin
new and more reasonable and safe system.-
Rural Ne,o Yorker.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1881-02-24

AN APPLE TREE THAT NEVER Bios
soMs.-In tho town Of Harwinton, Con.
necticutt, and on tho farm now owned by
George Gridley, there lived and thriyed a
tree known as the "No-blow apple tree"
This tree derived its queer name from tho
fact that it always fruited but never bios
somed. The fruit had sweet flavor,
though the size was below the average.
and when fully maturcd was sufficiently
open at tho blossom end so that seeds might
be easily shaken out. In the autumn the
fruit buds set similar to the surrounding
trees. In the Spring the bud sweled and
threw out its feelers, but what we reoog,
nize as blossom was minus, and it took close
observation and studied acquaintance with
its habits to detect anything, even in the
matured bud, that would foreshadow fruit.
oge.-Hartford Times.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07
Timely Warning. or the Experience of n
Minister.

If,ou suffer from general debility. brought
on by too close application to business and
excessive brainwork; or from increasing
prostration and sinking spells, that even a
rest or removal of the cause will not relieve,
make haste to do as did a reverend friend of
ours. He secured from his druggist bottle
of Browns Iron Bitters, having heard of its
merit from physician, who told him not to
take any other Bitters or Tonic, for with the
exception of Browns Iron Bitters, they all
contained alcohol and it failed TO give his
patients lasting relief; nor should he take
any other preparation of Iron, for with the
exception of Browns Iron Bitter, they all
blackened the teeth, and often gave headache.
which Browns Iron Bitters never did, but in
fact cured headache. The effect was most
satisfactory he Immediately realized wonder
full results. His old energy returned. his
natural force came back. and he felt himself
altogether a new man, full of health, strength
and vigor, and he has continued to remain
so ever since. Now he recommends Brown :
Iron Bittters to all his friends. which we I'M
he sitatingy do to all our readers.-Gtobe.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

The following statistics of Congre gationa-
ism in Maine are gathered from the minutes
Of the General Conference for 1881. just pub
lished: The number of Congregational
churches in the State is 243, the same as
last year. The number has varied little IN
the past ten wears. There 1876 ministers, of
whom 63 are pastors, 81 are acting pastors
and 81 are without charge. This is decrease
Of 10 in the number of pastors and increase
of in the number of acting partors Seven
pastors have been dismissed, five were Install
ed and there were six ordinations. fhe totai
number of additions to the churches for the
year was G33, of which number 39o were ad-
mitted on profession of faith. The removals
numbered $50. of which 800 were by death
and Is by discipline. The memberships OF
the churches il 1913, or 126 less than TOT
the preceding year. There have not been ST.
few additions to the churches since 1901
when they were about one hundred less VI
the total number of churches 63 nave
given during the year nothing to home mis-
sons; las have given nothing to the work OF
the American Missionary Association IN the
South. and IS report no gifts to any object
The number of baptisms reported IS OF a.
quits, 1885, of infaats, Ill. The observance
Of infant baptism is declining in the churches
The memberships of the Sunday-schoois is
sz,2oS, gain of 755. The number OF fam
lilies in the congregations is l4,232, gam
ee'. The contributions to foreign missions
nave been Sl0,0l4, loss Of Ss75; to the
.oliege and Education Society, Sl267, de-
e'ease OF ST0i to the Congregational unlon'
sofi, decrease of Se73; to home missions
sio'465, an increase of 1854; to American
missionary association, S33O3, decrease OF
SaeS' to other objects, s16,O7s. an increase
$3.50. The total contributions to be-
nesolent objects were S4l, 996, an increase
" S7s The total amount Of home expen'
.l'ures reported is Sls3,l72, an increase o.
ss.4s7.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07
GARDINER.
Fire I'm PittstOn.

Wednesday forenoon, an alarm of fire was
sounded in Pittston. 1t proved to be at the
street, and caught behind the stove from a
defect in the funnel. The fire burned till about
1915 worth of damage was done, which was
fully covered by insurance. Had it not been
for the hearty cooperation of the neighbors
and citizens in cxtnguishing the fire the dam
age would have been far greater. In return
for the valuable assistance rendered by his
neighbors and friends, and the citizens and
firemen, Mr.. Wyman extends to them his
sincere thanks, as their prompt and deter
mined effort has doubtless saved him from a
vast deal of trouble
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

" 6ASkSOAIs
NO new features to-day. The articles or
exhibition at the hall were removed in the
afternoon On account of the high wind and
snow squalls the races at the Park we're post.
poned till Thursday. The premiums are
awarded as follows:
sakEP.-Coarse Wool, LIST, J. AID. A. Cirley; I'd
n. E. Penny. SUI
vtH1Hsss-ist. }. A. Cilley; ID. H. G. Abbott; Sd,
BUcks.-lst I'd. J. A. D. A. Cilley.
Ban.ooa mE Mook:-ist. \ r Boefslle; I'd. 6. G.
sawtelle. Bucks. LIST, n. z. Bouteile.
COWS Dairy Cows. LIST, Simeon Merrill; I'd. Mrs.
Us a. 3. Parker; ID, Joseph Percival. Best durham
Cows ISL I'd, DIR. Boutel!e. Best three cows from
one isrm. LIST, Dr. Bouteile: I'd. L. A. Dow.
x.s Eak s years old. LIST. Libby Fish Two
years ears Old LIST, Libby Fish, I'd. H c. Morse; 3D..
Libby Fish. One year DID, LIST, T. H. Dearborn !:
"a. L. u. Davis Sd, Amasa shores. VI. old trained
J.rant' ast' l. d. Blske Steer calves. LIST, H. c.
buILs-.Jersey Bulls, LIST, Geo. HalloweI. Grade
Jersey pn buiis. yrs old I'd, j. q. Fish Durham
oAES;.Drawing Oxen, LIST, A. J. Libby; I'd VIM.
Longley; I'd. Libby Fish.
Jones. 49,
Town Ok TEANs.-lst, VIM. Jones, Fairfield; I'd.
LIBBY & Fish. West aterviIle. Town steer Teams
LIST. Libby Fish, West wateryille.
HERDs--Durhams, LIST, l.. A. Dow JERSEYS n. r.
bouteile; Grade Herefords, Amasa Shores
SwINE-Sow Pigs, LIST, A. Is. Branch; I'd, W. HI
hersom' %, Jos Mitchell. Litter of Pigs, lst, J. A.
* 4. A. Cilley. Bears, LIST, Horace Cousens; I'd
Horace Cousens.
COLTS yrs. old, lst, DIR. Roberts; I'd, A. w-y.
mouth a. Dr. Boutelle. yr. old, LIST, james PRAY
ID, Dr. Roberts. Suckers, LIST. C. ii. Nelson I'd, A.
h. Getchell Sd, S. f.. Watson
FRUIT Winter Fruit, LIST, Jos. Taylor; I'd, A.
bassef; ID. II. +. II. Cozsens. Fall Fruit, lst
Jos. Taylor; I'd. H. p. H. Cousens; Sd, A. Bas.ert'
Grapes, LIST. r DE Rocher; I'd. L. Dunbar Pears lst,
Jos. Taylor; I'd, z. DeRocher.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

In many parts of the State potatoes are
turning out poorly and in decayed eondit-
ion. The Sullivan Bulletin saws: "Agents
are out trying TO buy up what amount of
potatoes can be secured now as there is ev
identaly about to be a short crop. There is no
doubt of scarcity in this immediate locality.
They are selling in New jersey markets tor
shipment to Pennsylvania at Sl.50 to 81 90
per bushel; reports from IIoulton, Aroostook
County, says that they are nearly one dollar
a barrel higher than ever before known at
this season of the year."
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

There has been manifest boom in Maine
mining stock recently. The Argus says that
Deer Isle fell off Wednesday at the close of
sales to 81 .07 cash, and nobody here seemed
disposed to buy on future delivery. The gen
eral impression was that high tide had been
reached in this boom. Twin Lead jumped
up to Sl05 cash, and closed strong. Edge
moggin sold for 2Sc cash, with rather strong
demand. Altogether the past few days have
been rather exciting to those interested in
stock speculation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

The Illinois State Register speaks of the
widow Bedot' which is presented here to-
morrow Saturday night as follows: The
widow Bedot' is the most interesting,
laughable and witty play ever introduced on
the American stage. Mr.. Neil Burgess, the
far famed delineator of the eccentric female,
plays the part of the Widow. and being sup
ported by one of the best companies travel
ing, this fact alone is guarantee of the ex-
cellence of the performance. Last night the
opera house was crowded with large and
elegant audience, notwithstanding the threat
ening appearance of the skies. The appear
ance of Mr.. Burgess was greeted with en-
thusiastic applause, and throughout the per-
Torrance the audience was convulsed with
laughter at the ludicrous situations and the
witty and eccentric savings of the Widow
and Elder.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

The Masonic order of Hallowell is making
arrangements for grand fair dramatic en-
tertainment and ball, to take place Thanks
giving week. The ball will come of on
Thanksgiving eve. A drama entitled Tick
ct of Leave Man. will be presented the first
two evenings in connection with the fair.
Great efforts will be made to make the enter
tainment attractive and in every way first
class
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

f. Asenith Hall. Binghamtown, \, y
writes: Il suffered for several months with
dull pain through left lung and shoulders.
I lost my spirits. appetite and color. and
could with difficulty keep up all day. My
mother procured some BuRpooK Bloom BIT
TIERS; took them as directed. and have felt
no main since first week after using them. and
am now quite we'll" Price sl.00. trial size
M cen,s oct4t&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

DURING THE HoT SUMNER MONTHS while
away from city conveniences. the traveller
should make some provision against sudden
attacks of Headache. Neuralgia, Cholera
Morbus, Cramps and other diseases. witch
ell. Champlin & Co.'S Standard Neuralgia
Anodyne when taken according to the direc-
tons on each bottle, will relieve the distress
and remove the cause of any of these troubles.
Try it and be convinced. jan30teod&w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

The mid-term examination in Hallowell
Classical Academy began yesterday. The
exercises to-day will be as follows: . 4. NJ.
Cicero Cesar. 1910, Beginners in German,
Natural Philosophy, Latin Reader. l.3O p.
NJ. Astronomy, Grecian History, Physiology
sP. NJ, Seniors in Virgil, English Literature,
Algebra. Friends and patrons are cordially
inrfad.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

Hon. J. S. Berry of Wayne. one of the
cs,ators from Kennebec county, was taken
.nddeply and dangerously i'll on the fair
,,ounds at Readfeld, Wednesday and had to
L. taken home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07
.The Commodore"

Jos. l.. Foote. the Commodore. Elgin. H..
.avs THOMAS ELECTRIC On cured him of
sciatica with one application. thoroughly ap
Piled. 1t also cured him of a severe cold
and cough He thinks it 4 very valuable
remedy, and will never be without IT
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

Mr.. William Parker who was accidentally
shot at Hallowell short time ago, is getting
IN finely. Notwithstanding that he has twenty
,bot lodged in his person. TIE one which
struck the eye is undoubtedly located in the
brain He bids fair to recover. preserving
the form of his eye, although loosing the
.ght
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

The first sociable of the season of the Au-
,u,ta Universalist parish will be held in the
,estry this evening. All the parish are invited
"a he present and all the ladies are expected
~ contribute as usual to the tables. Supper
..ryed at seven o'clock. The usual fee at the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

The Bowdoin correspondent of the Port
land Press SAYS that the fall term of the col
ege opened Monday under very favorable
auspices The freshman class contains fiftv-
three members, forty-six of whom are now
present. Besides the members of the fresh
man class, there have been several additions
to the upper classes from different colleges
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07
KAHoKA. Mo-, Feb. .. 1880.

KAHOKA. Mo-, Feb. .. 1880.
purchased five bottles of yOur Hop Bit
tiers of Bishop & Co. last fall. for my daugh-
ter and am well pleased with the Bitters.
They did her more good than all the medi'
cine she has taken for six years.
VIM. +. McCLrRE.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

Your stomach and liver are the offspring
of nearly all your ills Why IN the name OF
common sense don: you use Dr. Holman
Stomach Pad, Plaster and medicafed Foot
baths: They wont fail you-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

The Methodist vestry is to be raised, re.
-.aelled and very much improved, at an ex
,euse of Sl,5OO.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

The weather softened somewhat yesterday
.aernoon, and the atmosphere savored lit
=. more of the ''early fall"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

The trotting, yesterday afternoon, for the
Society purses at Readfield. was very inter
estng, and was witnessed by about three
thousand persons. In the "free for ALL race
"King Philip" of Augusta, entered by G. F.
Mason, won easily in three straight heats.
Time 800. 2.5S, $50 The track was poor
and in miserable condition. In the race open
2i0, ''Tom A. Patchen. Jr.,' entered by G,
v Davis of East Readfield, took first money.
milo" Of Augusta, entered by George Rob
ertson, came second Time so, Pol, pa,
2.5j. 80, 2J6
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

A new Bakery, according to rumor, is to
.,oned at the north end of Water street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

Ata recent meeting of the Winthrop s'ree'
uuiyersalist church, J. s. Hobbs was c"''.A
treasurer, in place of VIM. r. Smith, re-
.;oned VIM. r. Smith was chosen me"oe'
of the Executive Committee, to NIL : Va
cancy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07
Too FastidiOus.

Some would-be Byron looks on in disgust,
At the rhymes of Eclectric Oil poet"
But we have the best article known to the
world,
And intend that all persons shall know IT,
1t cures coughs colds, asthma and catarrh,
Bronchitis and complaints of that kind:
1t does not cost much. though rheumatics 1t
cures.
IT'S hest Oil in the world you can find.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

On Wednesday afternoon last. while Mr..
Alfred Jackson of Hallowell, at work for
Lawrence Bros, of South Gardiner, was en-
gagged about the mill, he slipped and fell
across the track where the carriage to the
circular saw runs. The carriage struck him
in the breast, and pushed him along until he
brought up against a partition, jamming his
thickness into a space of about four inches.
Two of his ribs were started from the breast
bone, and other bruises inf1icted.-Reporter
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

One ulain drunken man disposed of at Po-
lice Court yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

With the steady march of Improvement in
science and mechanics, medicine has kept
even pace. 1t now gives us remedies in
perfection of form and composition that the
crudties of earlier medical science never
approached. Among the most effective of
medicines are DR.. J. C. Ayers Pills-beauti-
full, sugar-coated, glistening globules-
universally known and used as reliable
family physic. These pills possess great
efficacy as preventative of, or cure for the
diseases incident to this section of the coun-
try; especially diseases of the stomach, liver
and bowels, which often result in dangerous
fever. They also give vigor to the circulation,
remove constipation, create an appetite, and
aid digestion, thereby promoting health.
Their ingredients are entirely vegetable, and
they are a safe remedy in the hands of the
most inexperienced Macon, ga, Telegraph
& Messenger. oct4t&wlw
A Cough, Cold or Sore Threat should
be stopped. Neglect frequently results in an
incurable Lung disease or consumption
Browns Bronchial Troches do not disorder
the stomach like cough syrups and balsams,
but act directly on the inaamed parts, allay-
ing irritation, give relief in Asthma. Bron-
chitis, Coughs, Catarrh, and the Throat
Troubles which Singers and Public Speakers
are subject to. For thirty years Browns
Bronchial Troches have been recommended
by physicians, and always give perfect salts
faction. Having been tested by wide and
constant use for nearly an entire generation,
they have attained well-merrited rank among
the few staple remedies of the age. Sold at
Csc, box everywhere.
of ind and hpdv il
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07
Y oRk.

A young son of Ivory Berry Of Buxton, fell
from a tree Sunday afternoon and broke his
arm. below the elbow.
The Argus apologies for a communication
concerning r. l.. X. Grant, City Marshal Of
Saco published last spring. Probably this
means that the libel suit against the Ar
gus has been dismissed - Biddeford Times
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07
SOMERSET.
WALDO.

Miss Mary. daughter of William TwOmb-
ly, of this city, few weeks ago slightly
scratched one of her fore-fngers. Taking
cold in the wound it became so alarming that
last week the finger had to be amputated by
a surgeon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07

Dir. j. \. SHERMAN is the original and only DIR.
sherman, known to the public for the past ~ years
through his successful method of treating Rupture
without the ammo and injury trusses infct.
His system of is ny Local External Applica-
tions. During treatment no hindrance from labor,
and security against Death from Stranguate1 Rup-
ture. Patien from abroad can receive treatment
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07
Fine Custom Tailoring p!

We wish to l. form friends and the public that have
opened Custom Shop, and prepared do FINE Cusro
TAILORING.
We offer customers choice assortment of Cloths and Trim
innings select from Our Ready Clothing Department isl
well stocked with clothing of manufacture which m
point of STYLE fit and workmanship equal that
s.ny in New England.
We have of the largest stocks of Gents Furnishing Goods
Ito be found in the city We buy this class of goods well a
cloths and trimmings large lots, direct from the manuiac
Iure which enables to sell them at very low prices.
We take this opportunity state that have made arrange
men with the Domestic Sewing Machine Company of New York
Ito sell their celebrated Light Running Domestic SEWING MACHINES
1--WE extend invitation all who of Frs-Clas
Sewing Machine call and examine the Domestic before
chasing elsewhere.
Our motto is "Quicb Sales and Small Profits
Call and the old and well known stand, 100 WATER
ESTREET, AUGUSTA, MAINE.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07
Dif0.

In Hallowell, Oct. I'd, Mrs. Melissa Geschwind
AGED Al years and months.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-10-07
A Courh. Cold or sore Throat should

The best strengthened of mind and BODY Is
Browns Iron Bitters. 1t is very soothlng
in its effect. octfT&~i"
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TREASURER'S OFFICE,
MAINE CENTRAL RAILROAD CoMfASf't
Portland. October I, 1851.

r, holders Of Portland and kennebec kaiiroso
Ronds, known Is "Mekeen Bonds: Ill nav
VI .Ehss bonds in full with accrued interest, on
,A1asentstion of the same at Ire.surers once, IN
Portland. the option Of the noos s9nds
IN excn11ss ns Central Railroad Company, due IN
% sa,s ns and bearing at i've Per cent 70, "
.ch hond, Is may be presented during tne c"'" VI
Oetooe', Sssurrr Maine Central Railroad COMPANY
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nd intend that all persons shall know it,

It's best Oil in the world you can find
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1881-12-10
Companion. in Danger.

Misery" says Shakespeare, "acquints q
man with strange bed fellows" With
equal ruth may it be said that common
dan ger makes even enemies companion BILE
Even the ind deer and the surly bear 81 elk
&c society," OF man, their natural foe, " hen
both are threatened ny an impending calsm.
ity This fact wa viviily illustrated by q
scenic display during the terrible forest fres
which Gevas ed part of Michigan. Says
a correspondent of the Detroit Free Press
The peoi 10 who sought the beach of the
iaGe had sill - endure much of the heat and
II ot the smoke Wading up to their shout.
d, r. they were safe from the flames, but
parks and Gil ders fell like snow.s.orn,
and the smoke was suffocating.
The birds not caught in the woods were
carried out to the sea and drowned. and the
waves have washed thousands of them
ashore.
Squirrels, rabbits and such small animal
stood no show at all, but deer and bear
sought the beach and company of human
beings.
In one case, man leaped from bluff INTO
the lake, anc found himself close behind a
large bear. They remained in company un-
der the bank nearly all night, and the bear
seemt d as humble as dog.
In another instance, two of the animals
came out of the forest and stood close to a
well from which farmer was drawing
water TO dash over his house, and they were
with him for two hours before they deemed
it prudent to jog along.
Deer came out and sought the companion
ship of cattls and horses, and paid 10 atten
ton to persons rushing past them.