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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
VASSALBORO.

closed Friday. Essays were delivered by
the following young ladies and gentlemen of
the graduating class Willis c. Halves. South
China; Grace L. Davenport, Sidney; Vida
Carter, Hallowell; Lizzie Cook, Unity Emf
ly Hall, Madison: Carrie E. Hall, Madison.
Wilson +. Halves, South China. The Vale
dictory address was delivered by Fannie Bell
ylor, Windsor. Remark, were made by
the board of managers and Rev. f. G. Chut
ter, of Watervile. The presentation of di-
plomas occurred in the evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
Tariff Logic.
From the PhiIadelphia Press lRep. }

From the Philadelphia Press (Rep)l
Samuel PEBBLES is farmer in Iowa who
thinks rs he sows and reads when he rests
la his nominations on the tariff question he
has settled down to the following conclu-
sions:
A tariff for revenue only, if it means any
thing, implies the following effect.
A general reduction OF the existing duties
on imports.
To be followed by larger importation of
foreign made fabrics
To be followed by falling off in the d.,
mand for those made at home
To he followed by the closing of American
workshops.
To be followed by a relatively greater
number of men engaged in agriculture.
To be followed by an increase in the sup
ply of farm products, with no correspondence
increase in the demand
To be followed by a reduction of the farm
er's profits.
|, for one. do not like it,
Perhaps some robust philosopher who rails
es theories instead of corn will rise in his
place, on the call of the states, and prove thar
Samuel PEBBLES doesn't know wha, he is talk
ing about. Up to the present time. however.
Mr.. PEBBLES appears to have clear majority
in his favor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

Much is heard of the harbarism of the In
dams in the West. but very little is ever told
of the more mexcussble acts of barbarit,
often prscticed by the white settlers, boti
American and Mexican. Here is an incident
that recently occurred in the new and thriv
ing city of chihuahua. Mexico, which il is to
be hoped cannot be exactly paralleled any.
where in this country. Thirty mounted men
left the city to hun; Indians. They scalped
eight, whom they caught unarmed. ans
captured number of sguaws and ponies
They then turned honeward. and reaching
chihuahua on Sunday, were publicly received
on the plaza of the city by the Mayor as
though they were heroes returning from
glorious war. The whole city turned OUT
TO greet them, and amid the Changing
of the Cathedral bells, and the vivss of the
populace they rode through the streets
decked with huuting, with eight blood,
scalps dangling from pole carried by eight
men. At this siekening spectacle the PEG
pie were frantic with delight, and women
waved their handkerchieis in appreciation of
the slayers The poor. sad-faced squaws.
many of them carrying their infsnls on their
backs only excited the eontampiious scorn If
this city full of Christian people; and men
who called themselves brave showed their
superior manhood by striking these wretcbed
barbarian mothers and their infants q thew
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
The Indians Defeated.

New ORLEANS, May 5.
A special to the Times Democrat from
Kermossello, Mex, says: An engagement
took place yesterday at Suequasch Canon
1913 miles southeast of here, between the
Apaches and the federal troops, resulting in
a defeat of the Indians, who sustained a loss
of II killed and many wounded. Three of
the troops were killed and five wounded
The fight lasted an hour and forty minutes
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

OF the carrying of pistols in connection
with the recent shooting OF Davis by
Thompson of Kentucky, the Tribune says: :
"Given morbid disposition and pistol.
it is only II question OF time when Il muir
der will be evolved from the combination
The laws against carrying concealed weap
ons ought to be strengthened and ought to
be enforced vigorously, and the sooner the
public everywhere wakes up to the fact
that morbid sympathy for offenders like
Thompson and Conking is direct en-
couragement to crime the better it will be
for all of us" The case OF Getchell in
this State and county, who put a pistol in
his pocket when he went to the house of
his father-in-law. and fight ensuscd, is
one in which prosecution for carrying
concealed weapons would have whole
some effect.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
Crop Reports.

GALVESTON, Texas, MAY 6.
Crop reports to the News from all points
in the State show all the crops in good con-
dition, corn especially. There is an in
creased cotton acreage of eight per cent
Central Texas crops are described as fine
and splendid. At one or two points rain is
needed. Northern Texas has had fine rains
and all the crops are flourishing. In Eastern
fexas cotton is three weeks late at some
points. Western Texas needs rain. There
has seldom been finer crop prospects in
Texas.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
A FAMILY ROW.
Which Ends in a Tragedy.

BRIDGEPoRT. Conn.,, May, ).
A quarrel in colored family in the north
ern part of this city this afternoon resulted
in the death of Aaron Nichols, his throat
being cut firm ear to ear. Nichols had been
drunk all day and had turned his wife out of
the house and Quarreled with the rest OF the
family. VIM. A. Stevens, his son in-aw, in
terf.red and soon after it was discovered that
Nichols throat was cut. Charles Nichols,
brother of the deceased. who was present,
claims that Stevens committed the crime.
Stevens was arrested. and Mary Nichols. his
wife, Flora, his daughter, and Georgia.
Stevens wife. were held for examination.
Stevens claims Nichols cut his thoat himself.
The police searched the house and members
If the family, but could not find the weapon
used. An inbuest will be held tomorrow.
The deceased was 40 years old.
NEW HAVEN. MAY 6.
LArnR-The (colored) William Stevens of
Bridgeport, arrested on suspicion of having
caused the death of his father-in-law, Aaron
Nichols. confessed tonight in the station
house in that city that he had cut Nichols
throat with q razor. Deceive Arnold went to
the house after the parties had been arrested.
and found Arthur Nichols. Ii year old son
of the murdered men. who stated that his
father and brother-iu- law had a quarrel be-
cause his father was trying to iniure Stevens
wife. Ii seems that Stevens wife ha on the
evening previous. sheltered her mother frsm
her father 5 fury. Nichols was drunk Satur-
day night and turned his wife out of doors
He (Stevens) confessed that he had thrown
the razor into vault of the clubhouse. where
it was found by Officer Arnold.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
Vanderbilt Gone to Europe.

New YORK, May 5.
VIM. H. Vanderbilt sailed for Europe this
afternoon in the White Star steamer Brittanic.
He was accompanied by his son George and
Capt. Jacob Vanderbilt of Staten Island. Mr..
Vanderbilt intends to make only short stay
and will return to New York again in four
weeks. He will, however, spend the summer
and part of fall travelling in Europe with
several members of his family and will leave
New York on the latter part of June. He
said the present trip was for pleasure and
wished it distinctly understood that there was
nothing the matter with his health.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
Ratification Meeting.

CHICAGO, May 5.
A. Sullivan, at a meeting here to endorse
the action of the Philadelphia convention,
said the platform had received the endorse
ment of the American press and has won for
Ireland the sympathy of mankind. He urged
that all Irish organizations should work un-
der one banner and with one aim, that of
national self-government. At the conclusion
of Sullivans address he was heartily ap-
plauded, the audience rising and joining in
the chorus ''God save Ireland" and three
cheers for the national league.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
Murder and Suicide.
WORCESTER Nav :

WORCESTER, Nav 5.
Frank Mann of Oxfork. shot Mrs. Mary
f. Moor of MIlbury, formerly of Oxford.
through the head at James Deans boarding
house. He then shot himself through the
temple killing himself instantly. Mrs. Moor
lived only 10 or 10 minutes. Mann is thirty
years old and boarded at North Oxford with
Mrs. Hayden, mother of Mrs Moor. They
had quarrel yesterday. Mann was wild
over with one child
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
Foreign Notes.

Right Hon. Richard Deasy, judge of the
court of appeal in Ireland, is dead. He was
born in 1872 and appointed Judge in 1873.
Louis Viardat. the French author, is dead.
He was in his SD year.
Sunday being the anniversary of the
Phoenix Park murders many persons visited
the scene of the crime.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

The Philadelphia Press says: CHURCH
of Maine, in his onslaught on Supervising
Architect Hill, might do better than object
to the names prosposed by Secretary Fol-
ger as investigators. There is every evil
dence that the department means to have
a most thorough examination, and there
is no reason why Murch should further
object to present his witnesses and adduce
his evidence"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
Bucklen's Arnica Salve.

The BEST SALvE in the world for Cuts,
Bruises, Burns, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum.
Fever Sores, letter, Chapped Hands, Chill
blains, Corns. and all Skin Eruptions, and
positively cures Piles. 1t is guaranteed to
give perfect satisfaction or money refunded.
Price 25 cents per box. For sale by +. G..
Kinsman & Co. decld&wly
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

trod their weary way in the procession.
Soon after this edifyine spectacle the Cathe-
dral bells again rang for vespers, and the
people of this most Christian city met within
irs sacred portals TO worship Being who
taught the universal brotherhood Of man.
The squsws thus captured are imprisoned
for life. and the Government pays $500 for
every Indian scalp presented to it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

Ell PAso, Tex, May 5.
A letter received here today from General
Crooks office confirms reports of his having
crossed the Mexican border on the I'd inst.
The utmost vigilence is impressed upon the
cavalry commanders. Scouting parties will
ne kept In the field until the result of Gen.
Crooks campaign is known.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

Never was snch rush made for any Drug
Store as is now at kinsman's for a Trial
Bottle of DIR. Kings New Discovery for Con-
sumption, Coughs, and Colds. All persons
affected with Asthma, Bronchitis, Hoarse-
ness, Severe Coughs or any affection of the
Throat and Lungs, can get a Trial Bottle of
this great remedy free, by calling at above
Drug Store. janl -twev6w&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
The Proposed Rowing Match.

HALIFAX, N. S., May 6.
Thomas Spellman, who went to Lowell.
Mass, as q representative of the Halifax
Rowing Association to arrange for a double
scull match between Hamm and Conley and
Hanlan and Lee. returned here today, having
made no definite agreement regarding the
proposed contest. Several propositions
made by Hanlan and Lee will be submitted
to the rowing association next week. Han
Ian proposes four mile race to take place
August 18th.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

"Mr. Beal. who snot his partner on the
steamer Bristol" says the Lowell Cour-
ier,v would have saved himself from the
terrible act had he not carried pistol.
The man who habitually carries pistol
in the ordinary walks Of life carries GER
tificate that he is lacking in brains
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
A Pending Conflict.

LISBON May 6.
Latest advices from Loandu state that the
French gunboat Sagiliitare has visited the
station of the international association, hand
ed down the association banner and hoisted
the French flag. A conflict to believed to be
imminent bet~ cen NJ De Arazha and Henry
NJ. Stanley.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
Aailp 9ennfbef 5unrnal
Augusta. Monday Morning. May Z.

1t is noted as an Interesting coincidence
that the house in Ballston in which Mrs.
Jesse Billings was murdered, and the
house in Somerville, Mass, in which
Mrs. Carlton was murdered, were both
burned on Sunday morning last week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

The man most talked about now in re-
publican circles as the party's probable
candidate for Governor Of Ohio is Judge
Foraker, of Cincinnati. despatch TO
the Chicago Tribune says that he served
in the war with credit, has wide reputa-
ton as an able lawyer. and as judge has
made an admirable record.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
The Casino Race.

BosroN, May 5.
Seven thousand people were present at the
Casino tonight to witness the close Of the six
days race tonight between Leroy with horses
against Woodside and Prince on bicycles.
The result was in favor of Leroy. who at the
finish had recorded 92l miles. The bicycles
winding up with s97. All the contestant,
were apparently fresh at the end of the race.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
Another Horse Thief.

BANGOR. May G.
Friday last team was hired from Nichols
stables by on Frank Obton. Not returning,
search was made and the team was found
in barn near Winterport. The thief es-
capped by boat, but was arrested in Boston
this morning His real name is Dvis and
his home is near Belfast
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

There are indications of another big
strike in the iron districts. The Pittsburg
conference of workmen and manufacturers
has failed to agree on the subject Of wages,
and has adjourned sine die. Over l00,-
900 iron-workcrs were Interested in the
efforts to reach an agreement on this sub
ject. The strike last year caused loss
to the workngmen of millions of dollars
and resulted in no good.
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Refuses to Testify.

CORK, May 6.
OConnor who was committed to Jail for
refusing to give evidence at private inquiry
here was again called upon today to testify.
He declined, however, and was remanded to
Jail for a week
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
Schooner Launched at Bath.

BATH, May ..
VIM Rogers of Bath, Saturday, launched
the schooner Emma +. Angel, S62 tons,
owned by VIM. b. Church and others Of
Taunton and Attleboro. Mass. Commander,
Gnstarus Trip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

KENNEBEC COUNTY.-h Probate Cour., r.
Augnsta. the second Monday Of ap'''
1858: . ~.
4 CERTAIN INSTRUMENT, purporting 70 , q
IA the last will and testament Of John SsSte,rS'
late of Sidney. in said county, deoeas''
having been presented for probate: .s,u
weeks successfully prior to the second Monoay~
May next, In the kennebec journal, = ner .Ix
paper printed in Augusta, that all persons s
may attend at Court Of Probate then TO De no ssd
ut Augusta, and show cause, Il any, why tne =. n
Instrument should not be proved, approved anu III
lowed, - the last will and testame-t OF the =.
EMERY o. BEAN. Judgs:
Attest Howard OWN, Register. M~
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

''Mr. Smithers, well known hardware
merchant Of this city, was found dead in his
bed yesterday morning. Heart disease. His
wife was thrown with commissions and died
this morning" Such items are to be found
in almost every daily paper. DIR. Graves
Heart Regulator is certain cure for all forms
of heart disease. Use it, reader, if you have
that complaint. mavl-feod&wlw
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on for the Arctic Regions.

LONDON, May 6.
The Polar exploring ship William Barents
sailed yesterday for the Arctic regions to try
TO discover the whereabout of the Dutch
Arctic expedition in Vsina. Leigh Smith.
Clements Markham and Sir Allen Young
" itnessed the departure of the vessel.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

To those who have used S wEDrsH REMEDIES
they know full well the true value of them
TO those who from prejudice have not used
them, we can say that they are the very bes,
Medicines for the diseases for which they
are recommended. Swedish Lung Balsam
cures Coughs, Colds and all diseases of the
Lungs. When taken together with Swedish
b tanic Compound (the great blood purifier)
1t will cure Consumption in the first and
second stages.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
SPORTING.
Base Ball.

At New York-Providence 8, New York l..
At NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. 5, Philadelphia 3.
At Buffalo-Buffalo 8, Cleveland 4.
Providence. N. J.-Yale 6, Princeton l.
At Chicago-Detroit 3, Chicago 2.
At Cincinnati-Cincinnati 4, Louisville 2.
At New Haven-Yale 3. Amherst l.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
The Steamer GrappIer.
ylcroRf. r e NJ,

VICTORIA, b. G., May 6.
Later news in relation 10 the barring of
the steamer Grappler increases the strength
of the calamity. AT least 20 lives were lost,
and only two bodies have been recovered and
they have been brought here today with the
survivors. The latter gave narrowing ac-
counts of the disaster
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

The enervation and lassitude of spring
time are but indications Of the sluggish &C.
ton OF the blood, overloaded with carbon.
ates accumulated by the use of heating food
In winter. This condition may be remeded
by the use OF Ayers Sarsaparilla, the best
oioou purlher known. apr24t&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

Since the close Of the civil war the
Northern Methodist church has expended
about s., 900 900 for educational pur-
purposes in the South, chiefly among the
colored population. Twenty five flourish
ing colored colleges have been established
which have an aggregate Of $500 churches.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
Dyspepsia d Liver Compiatnt.

Is it not worth the small price of rs cents
to free yourself of every symptom of these
distressing complaints, if you think SO call at
our store and get bottle of Shiloh's Vital
izer, every bottle has printed guarantee on
it, use accordingly and if it does you no good
it will cost you nothing. Sold by
Bowdltch Webster & "a
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

Young, old, and middle-aged, all experience
the wonderful beneficial effects of Ayers
Sarsaparilla. Young children suffering from
sore eyes. sore ears, scald-head. or with any
scrofulous or syphilitic faint, may be made
healthy and strong by its use.
NAV 1dSwlw
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A Murderer COnfesses.

DUBLIN, May 6.
man named Kinsella confessed to the
police at kilmainham Jail that he was con
cerped in the murder Of Lord Leiterm. He
is believed to be insane
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
The Supposed Carlton Murderer.

BosToN, May 6.
Detectives Wiggin and Wood of Boston
'ay the statements of Roger Amero, under
arrest at Digby, N. S., about his connection
With the Carlton murder is false. Extradi-
ion papers will be ready soon. Detective
W God will 60 to Digby to bring Amero here.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

We have a speedy and positive cure for
Catarrh, Diphtheria, Canker mouth and Head
Ache, in SHILOH'S CATARRH REMEDY.
nasal Injector free with each bottle. Use
il if you desire health and sweet breath.
Prlce 50 cts. Sold by
BOwditch Webster e. "a
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
Successful Strikers.

CHICAGO, May s.
The striking bricklayers will return to
work tomorrow. 1t lie said that concessions
have been made on both sides, but the men
will probably receive all they demanded in
point of wages, namely q a day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
Fatally Injured.

KEENE, N. H., May 6.
Charles Seabrook of Nelson, formerly of
New York city, was thrown from his carriage
striking upon his head, and was seriously in
jured. He cannot recover.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

Cheapest Fashion Magazine in the world,
l20 large pages, pages new music, 1000 en-
cravings each issue. so cents per year; sin
gle copies Is cents. Strawbridge & Clothier,
9Th & Market streets, Philadelphia.
aDr25tlm
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

What's the use having dyspepsia? Why
belch and say you've got heartburn. every
time you eat? Be sensible, take Browns
Iron Bitters and get well.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
Flies and Bugs.

Flies. reaches, ants, bed-bugs, rats, mice
gophers, chipmunks, cleared out by Rough
on Rats" IL c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07

illustrated Book OF Cage Birds mailed for
cent stamp. Bird Food Co., 237 South
9Th ST., Philadelphia. apr25tlm
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Kelley to be Tried a Third Time.

DUBLIN, May 6.
The counsel for Timothy Kelley, who is
charged with participation in the Phoenix
Park murders, have been notified that the
third trial of his client has been set for Mon
day next.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
Decline of Man

Nervous Weakness. Dyspepsia, Impotence,
Sexual Debility, cured by Wells Health Re-
newer" 81.
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Offer Accepted.

Secretary Folger has accepted the offer to
release the appraisers stores in New York
City at an annual rental of SOC 800
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
Denied TO Visitors.

Owing to a pressure of business, Postmas-
ter General Gresham has decided to deny
himself to visitors after p. NJ daily.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-05-07
wells, "Rouuh nm Corns

Wells "ROugh ON Corns.''
Ask for Wells Rough on Corns." l5c.
Quick, complete, permanent cure. Corns,
warts, bunions.