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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

Dam Wilkinson. who was arrested and
incarcerated in Kennebec Jail. September
18th, for the murder of Policeman Lawrence
OF Bath made an effort to escape from jail
Friday night. Since his imprisonment be
has been constantly confined and locked into
his cell. For several weeks the officers OF
the Jail had mistrusted that he was maturing
plan to escape. Friday. certain actions
and movements on the part Of the prison
er led them to suspect that he was about
to put his scheme into practice. Ac-
cordingly it was decided to watch
him closely during the Eight. About 10
O'Clock in the evening the sheriff and turnkey,
suspecting that all was not right. took a dark
lantern, entered the guard room and proceeded
towards Wilkinson's ssll. Ia the front of
the cell is an aperture barred with iron bars
closely arranged together and fixed in the
stone walls. This cell had formerly been
occupied by other prisoners who had IN ade
an attempt 10 escape by saving off the lower
end of two of the liars. Before they had
fully completed their job they were
discovered, and the partially severed
bars were repaired by securing them
with iron clasps fastened together
with bolts. Friday night, when the officers
entered the guard-room they flashed their
lantern upon these bars, and made the timely
discovery that bolt which held one Of these
clasps, had been sawed off and the clasp fallen
tn ai,r
ordered out into the guard-room and a
thorough search made on his person. In
geniously secreted in his stocking and be-
meath the sole of one fost was found an old
case-knife with the edge tooihed, after the
manner of a saw a skeleton kew was also
found on his person. Wilkinson was the sent
to the dungeon where he has since remained.
Had not the murderer been discovered he
was he would soon have gained egress into the
guard room where it is believed by making a
disturbance he intended to call in the turn
key, strike him to the floor secure the keys
and escape. A search was made in Wilkin-
sons cell after the discovery of his attempted
escape and an iron hook for digging out
mortar, sharp cutting stone presumably
used to change knives into iron cutting in
struments, and a worn shoe knife, the
edge of the blade notehed in the same
manner as the case knife, were found. 1t is
thought that it was the latter knife that the
prisoner employed in saving off the bolt.
During his Imprisonment no prisoner could
have behaved better than Wilkinson. This
exemplary behavior wa. no doubt assumed
to disarm suspicion that he might escape the
more easily. His trial will take place at
Bath be fore the court which meets the third
Tuesday in December.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19
OAKLAND.

Nr. A. Bachelor Of the firm of J. B.
Bachelor Son has recentlv sold out his
stock of furniture 10 Hosard Wells. no will
carry on the business Il The store formerly
occupied by Watson V. Leonard, has been
reopened and the stock will De dis
posed of either at VII leeale or retail
MIR. S Thayer has finished work On his
new house on Baker street which presents a
flne appearance.-The store house of the
Wooden Mill Co. is now ready to receive its
storage. The Office of The Co. is in this
building.-A school house at the Ten Lots,
$50 called) was much injured by the severe
gale of Monday the 18th inst; also the barn
of W. II. Hersom of this village--A course
of Sunday lectures, on practical topics of
the day, is being delivered at the
Universalist church, by the pastor, Rev.
q. G Hamilton. The theme of discourse
yesterday was Choosing an Occupation"
Mr.. Hamiton's style Of treating these SUD-
Jects Is very pleasing.-The schools closed
here week before last, after very profitable
session. Mr.. Tilton OF the High school has
given personal satisfaction.-A man calling
himself civil officer called at the wooden
mill the ether day and demanded to see .
young man by the name of Lambert. The
man hung around till the mill hands were
ABOUT TO close their days labor, when ne
seized Lambert by the foot as he was step
ping from an elevator and struck him in the
fece. This, apparently done without any
provocation, was the occasion of an i'm
mediate uprising on the part Of the laborers
present The papers Cor his authority being
demanded, he at once showed warrant with
out a seal or signature. This was conclu-
sive evidence of his false pretensions and he
was hurried from the mill with threats of
vengeance should he make a temperance.
Early in the evening he made another at
tempt to seize Lambert on the street but he
was foiled in his purpose by the crowd.
Having boarded the o'clock freight
for the purpose of leaving town he
was taken out as the train was about starting,
and beaten soundly and received orders to
leave town on foot as soon As he possibly
could. The fellow represented himself as
the boys father, and has always gained
possession of all his earnings. After quite
hard seige the boy made his escape from his
home and has been engaged in work at the
factory in this village for few weeks past.
The presumption is that 1t was fer the pur-
pose of kidnapping him and to receive his
wages that the outrageous attack was made.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19
A CURT REPLY.
Meeting of the Maine Central Committee
In this City.

There was a meeting of the Maine Central
Lease Committee which consists of Abner
Coburn, Skowhegan; VIC. Davis, Portland j.;
f. +. Webb. Waterville, and +. A. Wilson,
Bangor, at the Augusta House, Saturday,
commencing at III o'clock A. NJ. Besides
the above gentlemen F. w. Hill of Exeter
and Darius Alden of this city, both we'll
known railroad men, were present. letter
under date Of October 18th, was laid before
the committee from George G. Lord, Presi-
dent of the Boston & Maine, stating that the
directors of the Boston & Maine were pre-
pared to meet the committee of the Eastern
and Maine Central Railroad for conference
At their office in Boston, on any day in No
yember that the committees might fix upon.
After due consideration and consultation, the
committee fixed upon the following reply to
the letter, and it was forwarded by mail to
Mr. Lord, Saturday night:
AUGUSTA. Me, Nov. l., 1888.
Geo. C. Lord, Esq, Pres of the Boston 4
Maine Railroad, Boston.
Dear sir Your communication OF Oct
18th. last to Mr.. Wilson, was this day laid
before the committee with the vote of your
board OF directors as follows: That the
hoard would meet the committee of the East
crn and Maine Central Railroads at their office
on any day in November that they would
fix" The vote authorizing any action of
this committee, required II so to act as to pro-
cure a resembling OF the contemplated lease
of the Eastern railroad to the Boston
Maine Co., and if possible to bring about a
6 tho Eas RDstOp
4 Maine and Maine Central Railroads.
We have heretofore suggested to you that
the lease be rescinded and the suggestion has
not been fsvorably received by your board
and now coming to the direct question,
namely, practical consolidation Of the roads,
in our opinion it Involves an appraisal of the
present and prospective values and earnings
of the three properties.
We do not find that it was even anticipated
by our stockholders, nor that it would be
tolerated by the stockholders of the Eastern
and Boston & Maine corporations that the
committee shall at this late day attempt to
make such an appraisal. We think with reason
itwould be by you deemed presumptious IN
US so t. do.
Bv,our vote the time for consultation il
limited TO the month of November. The an
nual meetings of all three corporations ar,
I, be holden early in December next, and
,hus the time is SO limited that the work Of
the comforting bodies would necessarily bs
so hastily done that it would hardly com
mand the confidence of those most IN
terested. :.
II is the opinion of this committee that, II
At the annual meetings of the corporations
is still desired by all Of tn. to consolidate
the three properties, each corporation shoul'
choose q committee specially qualified an'
with ample time thereof.
IT. however, after the above expression o
opinion. you think that any conference woul'
he Of value, we will meet you in Boston OF
anv day fixed by you: Please to favor u
with an early reply.
Very Respectfully,
ABNER CoBURS
w. q. DAVIS
| +. T. WEBB
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

Mrs. Small of Bowdoiuham, will eelebrai

! Mrs. Small of Bowdoinham, viii celebrate
her lOlst birthday today.
Mr. and Mrs. Asher Bassford of Calais,
celebrated their golden wedding Wednesday
evening. Among the presents was $50 IN
gold
Mrs. Agnes Leeds, a resident of Thomas
ton, is IS years old. and is in good health and
intellect. She had the honor to dance with
General Knox eighty years since.
Mrs. Frances l.. Mace of Bangor, one OF
Names sweetest singers, has just published
book of poems entitled, Legends, Lyrics
and Sonnets. The reviewers speak OF 1t IN
the highest terms of praise.
Thomas Henry Clark. who died in Aurora,
ILL.,. Nov. 18th, was a native of Bristol, Me,
a townsman of Judge Drummond and Prof.
Johnston. He was born in 1929, and grad
usted at Bowdoin, 1855. His life work has
been that of an educator, and in Illinois,
which ranks highest among the Western
States, he has maintained leading position
for q quarter of century. He was principal
of high schools in the cities of Ottawa and
Aurora, till his death. He was a highly re-
spected citizen, a beloved and honored teach
er.
In a recent conversation with friend,
John G. Whittier took occasion to bestow
high praise upon some of our Maine poets.
upOu uTs. L. -haSS Va Ian
gor. whom he regards As one who should rank
among the leading poets of America He had
before him the just issued volume of her
poems and expressed surprise at the great
amount and variety Of the excellent literary
work she has accomplished. The flow of her
verse is that of deep, full river of clear
waters. There is sparkle and force without
any loss of transparency. His words are not
here quoted, but only the idea he conveyed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19
WATERVILLE.

IN Mi: r r. -,
oo'ie Hns'ne w. arc " HA'e
grand Ball on Christmas event. j. St'n-
son, expressman, is going to Florida on
mantle v...t;o, Mi. Damo, ma, With on
:,
accident al the sKatins INK recently Oy iail'
ing ana breaking her "ris''-'. 'oi'iey'
Formerly IN the ooot anu shoe business
mere Is no" located a' Nia' oieheau, "AS'''
"n p DC eneaeec In 'he same BUSINESS
ne ProP,'e.ois vi VI, 'h1 sAa'ins ii"A ais "
give gram tune THANKSGIVING eve os nav
ing caiico masquerade naii'w ~ mere was
small hre at the cotton mill on hursday' IL
was eH'lnguisheu "i.houe uouoie'A ne"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19
Nit ked BY A Mule.

The hind hoof of the animal came violent
ly in contract with the boys face. Said the
boys father, ''My son, you won't be as beau
tifu as you were, but You will know more. y
Among the things which that boy now know
is the fact that for badly bruised face and
for wounds which come from hard knocks, Per
~ Davis's Pain killer is the surest thing
in the world We are all liable to be the
victims of accident at any minute, and the
best accident policy we can have is bottle
of this popular and efficient remedy. With
this we are always ready to repair damages
caused by the kicking mule, the refractory
step. ladder, or the untimely orange peel or
the sidewalk.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

II am going to be square," exclaimed a
Togus soldier as he entered Judge Andrews
Office one day last week, A day or two be
fore the veteran had been up before the Mu-
biripal Court on account of some misdemean-
OF committed at the Home, and had been
allowed his freedom on promising to pay fine
and costs. Finding that he could not raise
the requisite funds he returned to Augusta
and gave himself up to the police, saying,
that he was unable to paw the fine and costs
and was ready to go to Jail" Such unexam-
pied honesty was too much and the man was
discharged.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

The managers of the Grand Army Fair
will shortly place season tickets on sale
The holders of season tickets will be inter
ested in the gift enterprise, which will IN
volve the distribution of large number OF
valuable presents, among them gentleman
gold watch. and ladys gold watch,
$50 in gold, an office clock, a barrel of flour
and other gifts which will be announced as
soon as the arrangements can be perfected.
The gifts " lit be so valuable, and so numer-
Gus, that apart from the worthy charity, the
temptation to purchase will be irresistible
The number OF season tickets Will probably
be limited to 1900.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

The new standard time was generally
adopted throughout the city yesterday. In
accordance with the vote of the city govern
ment the city clock was set back the
requisite sixteen minutes, and this morning
the bell will be rung in obedience to the new
time, Nearly everybody regulated their
clocks and watches by the standard. The
change of sixteen minutes was so slight that
it was hardly noticeable and everything
moved on smoothly as before.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19
Oh, What q Cough:

Will you heed the warning. The signal per-
haps of the sure approach of that mere
terrible disease Consumption. Ask your
selves if you can afford for the sake of saving
so cts, to run the risk and do nothing for it.
We know from experience that Shiloh's Cure
will cure your Cough. 1t never fails. This
explains why more than Million Bottles
were sold the past year. 1t relieves Group.
and Whooping Cough, at once. Mothers do
not be without it For Lame Back, Side, or
Chest, use Shiloh's Porous Plaster. Sold by
Bowditch. Webster & Co
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

Are you disturbed at night and broken of
your rest by sick child suffering and cry
ing with pain of cutting teeth? If so, send
at once and get bottle of Mrs. WINsLow's
SOOTHING SYRUP FOR CHILDREN TEETHING.
Its value is incalculable. 1t will relieve the
poor little sufferer Immediately. Depend
upon it, mothers, there is no mistake about
it. 1t cures dysentery and diarrhoea,
regulates the stomach and bowels, cures
wind colo, softens the gums, reduces in
fammation, and gives tone and energy to the
whole system. Mrs. WINsLow's SOOTHING
SYRUP FOR CHILDREN TEETHING is pleasant
to the taste, and is the prescription of one of
the oldest and best female physicians and
nurses in the United States, and is for sale
by all druggists throughout the world. Price
% cents a bottle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

"Most of the eminent doctors in the East,
as well as several ofethe medical faculty in
New York City, writes Rev. p. p. Shirley,
of Chicago, "failed to help our daughter S
epilepsy, which began to show signs of turn
ing into insanity. BY the good providence OF
God we tried Samaritan Nervine, and it cured
her." Your druggist keeps it. 81 so.
novl3teod&w1
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

ES-Dont forget the concert at the Univer-
sallst church this evening. Prof. Mitchell
is tenor singer of rare culture, has power
full voice, and his singing is very effective !;
while Mr.. Stockbridge is well known here as
one of the best of vocalists. These, with
some of Our best local talent, ensures rich
treat for our music loving people.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

w. Cromwell, of the Lake Shore ana
Michigan Southern Railway, says that the day
passenger trains which pass through this city
70 and from Boston are AS handsome as those
which run into any city in the uniteo o'A'es'
The cars, too, are kept as neat and clean a.
a drawing room. This is u deserved cemph'
ment to the management of the Maine Gen.
trail.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

There was baptism at the river side back
Of the Journal office at one O'Clock, L. Nj.
Yesterday. Rev. C. f. Penney ofticiated
and three persons were immersed, two gentle
men and one lady. A large number of people
we're in attendance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

EgHNew and second hand furniture bought
and sold. All kinds of repairing and uphols-
tering. Make specially of packing furni-
ture so that it can be safely transferred
Chas. Emery, Water street, north of Bridge
street. oct22td2m
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

We doubt if MIR. b. b. Vivian of this city,
trades horses any more at present Thursday
ne got badly beat. He snapped with Elias j.
~afson, giving seveuty-fve-doiiar dobbin
anu receiving in return an animal which he
asserts was worthless. having weak back,
oad feet and many other imperfections. The
yeast was also far advanced in age and was
unable TO eat hay as he SAYS. He judged the
'aimafs age to be thirty years at least. Mr..
VIVIAN kept the horse over night. and the
next morning led it back to Mr.. Marson and
endeavored to recover his first horse. Mar
'0n refused to give it up and accord
.agi!' Vivian, now thoroughly sick OF
JUS trade, brought an action in the Municipal
.00ft' Saturday, to gain possession of the
morse that he had snapped away. Many wit.
nes'es, horse men" supposed to be posted on
lorse flesh, were examined and told what
ney knew about the affair. The Judge re.
served bis decision.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19
Music Everywhere.

That wonderful musical instrument, the
Organetts is advertised in this issue. 1t is
the ideal home instrument. You can dance
to il: YOU can sing to 1t; mere child can
play it it inculcates love of music in old
and Young. and develops and cultivates the
ear. The music is perfectly accurate, and
the wonde rful Organetta will play any tune.
At the price, 50 so, it is within the reach of
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

The regular quarterly confseence occurred
a, the NJ. f. church, this city, Saturday
evening. Yesterday at 1870 A. NJ. Rev A.
". Potte, 2. f. preached a very learned
and able sermon. A tiny infant daughter of
Rev. Mr.. Bradlee was baptised at the church
Yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19
,ept7ttf

Es-If in need of wedding cards or invita-
tions call at the kennebec Journal job Office
and examine samples. We have large variety
of styles on hand, and very pretty styles of
type for printing. Also have in stock all
kinds of visiting cards.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

Silas Sprague, Esq, register Of deeds in
Androscoggin county, is visiting in this city
This is Mr.. Sprague's first day out Of his
office for nearly four years. Mr.. Sprague is
one of the most regular and efficient OF
oficers
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19
The Man Who Talks Much.

We want to say a word TO you who make a
living with yonr tongue. You certainly must
have clear, strong voice TO engage your
listeners. DIR. Thomas Electric Oil for sore
throat, calds. and hoarseness is unexcelled.
Use and admire. now 3d&wlw3p
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

1-Chas. Jenkins, at his fish market, op-
poslte the Journal office. keeps constantly on
hand Providence river and Norfolk oysters.
and Scarboro clans; an assortment
of canned fish, HOLSTERS, and fresh and corned
fish of all kinds. His goods cannot be eX
celled for freshness and good quality.
sapt-ftf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

To be or no, to be-without St. Jacobs o
is not the question; 1 must always have II
Without it I'd be miserable-lost; with it,
am happy in my safety.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

I'm account Of the concert at the Univer-
,,list church, the meeting of the Unity Club
.,ooipted for this evening will be postponed
till Monday evening next.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19
13ifn.

In Wstervil,e, Nov. Is, Mrs. Deania. widow OF the
late stephen Davis, aged 50 years, Is days.
In OAK land, Nov. 8, Mrs. Mary W. Hailett, aged
90 years. 6 months. 20 days
IN Clinton. Nov. Q, Amos H. Merrill, aged e2
vear,: Nov Is, Bert Dixsn, ased % years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

Il ia rumored that a certain young man
t,om the east side, would-be expert on roll
ler.. repeatedly "bites the dust in the skat-
ing rink.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19
promut and Reliable Job Work

.,r.v. be had at the Kennebec Journal oflice,
Can alws sa number OF CO.. pntpnt hands are con-
sey rae G sla aTss
Sortment VI - a, issued Every variety Of paper
chs.ed a. 80 an hand, as well samples of dance
stock Is NC kef Sd;ng cards, vi, ting cards, &c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

Buy B. II. Douglass & Sohs' Capsicum
Cough Drops for your children; they are
harmless, pleasing to the taste and VIII cure
A., novl91w&ch
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

1t is well worth ONES while to step into the
Augusta House stables aud there see five of
the 'ieekest and haudsomest cows that can
be found in this vicinity. They are the prop
erty of Chas. MiliiSen. Esq, and are all
grade Jerseys with the exception OF one which
sa thoroughbred Jersey of the wel-Suown
boutelle stock of Waterville. These cows
are not kept for the name of the thing by any
means, but every day yield their proprietor
My quarts of rich creamy milk. They bear
Inc marks of good care and good feeling.
And well they may, for the kline receive pre-
e'seiy the same treatment as the horses stand
ing In the neighboring stalls. Every day they
Are csrded down aud their hair is as smooth
and shiny as that of the proudest stopper.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

John Mays Pilot Knox is in Boston,
where he will remain for month or so'when
no will be brought to Augusta unless sold.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

JADWIN'S TAR SYRUP has stood the
test of over six years, and thousands of testi-
monials can be produced as to its great merits
from Maine to Texas. G. VI. Allen & Co,
agent for Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19
Marrifn.

In Benton Oct. II, Miss Emma o. Goodwin and
Frank tage, both of Benton: .
In WateryiIle, Nov. 10, Miss Ella A. Gerald Of
wst.ryiI,e aud VIM l.. Ward~eu of Benton.
In Oakland, Nov. 10, Miss Lena N. Hasiett, snd
Beni y. Gleason, both of sidney.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

The clothing trade is looking up under the
tn. of the cold weather that has pre-
vailed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-11-19

But few additional particulars have been
learned concerning the extent of the damage
wrought by the terrible gale of the early part
of the week among the Maine forests. Sew
erai of the owners OF large timber tracts in
the vicinity of the greatest devastation have
sent exploring parties forward and when THEN
investigations have been completed a better
idea can be obtained concerning the loss.
Wherever the tornado swept through the for
ests, the pine. spruce and poplar generally
went down. The birch growth has not very
much top to pre-ent to the wind and accord
ingly was not a. mu h effected.