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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31
BOwdOin College.

The last issue of the Bowdoin Orient is a
spicy number and gives much of interest to
the college reader. We copy a few person.
ais: C. NJ. Beechcr was for long time in
the lumber business, mainly in Bridgeport,
Conn, where he still resides. He is now
chief proprietor and manager Of a steam
ship line to Brazil.-C. A. BOardman for
some years manufactured lumber in Calais
then dealt largely in wool in Calais and Bos-
ton. For several years has been mana ger of
a new railroad in Florida. with headquarters
at Palatka.-H. l.. Chapman, since grad
uating at the Bangor Theological Seminary,
has been successfully tutor, instructor, and
professor at Bowdoin. He now occupies the
Chair of Rhetoric and English Literature
f. II. Cook taught until recently in prom
inent schools in New England, the Middle
States, and Ohio. For two years he has had
charge ofextensive mining operations in Tue
son, Arizona F. II. Gerrish practices medi-
cine in Portland He is one of the surgeons to
the Maine General Hospital, and Professor
of Anatomy at Bowdoin.-L. .. Merriman
has been in the lumber business continuous
ly, principally in New Brunswick He is
now in Minneapolis, Mime. T. Packard,
after passing through the Bangor Seminary,
entered the Episcopal church, and has had
parishes in Brooklyn and Bangor. His
health Obliged him to leave the ministry, and
for two years past has been associate editor
Of the Boston Daily Advertisor.-G.T I. Sum-
ner, for long time practiced law in Sheboy-
gan. Wis. Quite recently he removed to
Durango, Col, where he has Il large bust
ness.--J. J. Herrick is a prominent member
of the legal profession in Chicago.-G. f.
Holmes has an extensive law practice in
Portland.-W. 7. Hussey is principal of the
Oakland Female Institute, Norristown, Pa
G. w. Kelley, was graduated in theology in
Bangor in 1869, and since then has preached
in various towns in Maine. For several years
he has been pastor of the Congregational
church at EastpOrt.-S. S. Boyd died short
time since in St Louis. He had been en-
gagged there in the practice of law since his
graduation.-H. s. Whitman is now pastor
of the Universalist church in Dexter
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31
GARDINER,
Augusta, March 18th

Among the manufactures that have risen
from the ashes of the great cOnflaQration of
August 18th, 1882, that of Joseph Perry. one
of GARDENERS veteran machinists is worthy of
rsote. His shop situated on the corner of
High and Bridge streets, is frame building,
with n basement of brick 35xSO feet, two
stories. each 81 feet in height The lower or
basement story is used for a machine shop,
containing six lathes. planners, and an upright
drill which 10 a novelty in this section. 1t is
a self-feeder and does its work with admirable
precision. A small steam engine. model OF
perfection in its line, furnishes the motive
power. On the second floor the wood work
of the establishment is done. Here is an
improved Daniels planer, capable Of planning
a piece of timber 80 feet in length. Mr..
Perry manufactures shingle and clapboard
machines. and board circulars. The excel
lence of his machines is recognized far and
wide. and he has constant orders for them
from different parts of the country. He has
\ board circular nearly completed. with log
carriage 50 feet in length, which is to be sent
to Calais. Two others, one for Bangor, and
the other for Island Pond. VT. are under
way. and will be forwarded as soon ~ they
are finished. Mr.. Perry employs Is men in
his mandatory.
Robin-red-breast put in an appearance al
our place early yesterday morning, heralding
the rising sun with his simple, but pleasing
and lively notes. We hailed him as q har-
binyer Of spring and forerunner Of other
feathered songsters soon to come.
Mr.. Robert Pope has been confined to his
house for several days with . severe cold.
lie is convalescing and will be on duty again
| soon.
Holmes & Co. are still running their gear
| planers night and day, keeping four of them
| in constant operation. These machines are
their own invention, and being patented,
give them q monopoly Of this class OF business
| rhey do their work with a precision and
.xactuess that hard cutting can hardly
approximate.
| SIeiybiny still continues good in the coun-
try, but about town, wheels are better ADAPT
| ed TO the streets then sleighs.
| D. Whitney has moved his family into
| hi. new house on the corner of High and Au-
| tumn streets, recently purchased of Mr.. Ham,
| ilton.
some of our farmers have tapped theiI
maples, but the flow of sap thus far, has beer
| too light to produce much sweetness
| A brilliant circle around the sun, display
| ing all the colors Of the rainbow Was Cd
| served here about noon. Several children
who were sliding down hill, were CONSUMERS
bly frightened by the phenomenon so unusua
to them, and ran to . ueighooring mouse u
learn that no danger need be anticipated.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31
HAILOWELL.

Another fine piece of statuary has just
been completed at the works of the Hallow-
ell Granite Co., near the depot. 1t is beau
tifully draped female figure II feet in height,
holding in one hand wreath of immortelles
representing Immortality. Messrs. Noah
and Samuel Packard have been engaged five
months and half on it. 1t is cut for
parties in st. Louis.
"Them Steers" were the principal attrac-
ton on Water street, Friday forenoon. Not
Solon's, but little pair of seven months old
well broken steers, yoked to a small sled
and driven by Master Willard Parker of
Farmngdale, who is bnt six years old, but
handled the goad with the dexterity of an old
teamster. A collection was taken up by the
spectators to have photograph taken of his
lilliputian turnout.
Mrs. Moses Gilman of this city was thrown
from sleigh on State street, Augusta, last
Monday while riding with her son Eugene
breaking her shoulder.
Preaching tomorrow in the Congregational
chapel by Rev. MIR. Chase.
The latest freak in the way of masquerade
is a costume that is intended to represent ar
oyster. What next? Why the future mas
Queraders will have bottle of DIR. Bulls
Cough Syrup moving among them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

Pneumonia il . very dangerous disease At
this season Of the year. 1t attacks its victims
suddenly, and csrries than OF despite the ef-
forts OF the most skilled physicians to stay
the progress of the disease. The lungs are the
organs affected. They become inAamed and
congested 80 that the air cells are completely
clogged and the patient dies eimply for the
want of air. Pneumonia is most fatal in the
season from February till June. During
those months, the disease assumes its most
complicated forms. with continued fever
The true preventive measures againrt pneu-
monia and kindred diseases are rigid ad-
herence to winter dress and generous diet
for the next three or four weeks, with as
much rest and recreation IS possible. The
disease has been very Obstructive in this city
during the past year, there having been nine
deaths here during that time also four deaths
during this month.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

To the Hon. Mayor and Board Of Aldermen
of the city of Augusta:
GENTLEMEN: have the honor herewith to
present my report a. city marshal for the year
ending March 18th, 1888, showing the num-
Der of arrests and complaints upon which the
same were made. viz Arrests for drunkenness
and committed to Jail. "a; arrested for drunk
enness and paid fine, 46; arrested for vagran-
cy, II; for larceny, 90 for assault and battery,
a; for disturbing peace, IL; for smoking on
bridge. 4; for adultery, 3; for obtaining goods
under false pretenses, ): for malicious mis-
chief, 2; for ARRAY, 4; for riot, 4; for carry
ing concealed weapons, | &: for being a COM
mon seller of intoxicating liquors, 2; for
single sale, %; searches for liquor. "a
seizures, IS searches tor stolen goods, 8;
number of dodgers at the station house, l47.
have received for jugs, kegs and bottles.
81 25 for fast driving on the street, $500 ;
total, Sl3.25.
Respectfully submitted,
CHAs. II. WHITE, City Marshal.
Augusta, March 18th, 1888.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

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'
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, cure:
wind collie, softens the gums, reduces in
flammation, and gives tone and energy to the
whole system. Mrs. WISsLow's SOOTHING
SYRUP FOR CHILDRES TEErHING is pleasant
to the taste, and is the prescription Of one O.
the oldest and best female physicians ant
nurses in the United States, and is for sal,
by all druggists throughout the world. Price
25 cents q bottle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31
Florida Oranges.
Assessors Notice.

To the Tax payers of the City of Augusta:
You are hereby notified to bring in true and COM
pete lists of your polls and estates real and personal
not by law exempt from taxation, of which you
were possessed on the first day of April 1883, and
also as Executor, Administrator, Guardian or Trus
tee. For the purpose of receiving said lists and
administering the oath authorized thereto, the
undersigned, Assessors of said city, will be in SEES.
sion ut their Office in Granite Block, each Saturday
before or on the 9th day of May next, from TO L
O'Clock, A. NJ, and from to O'Clock T. NJ, ant
also on all stormy DAYS up to and including that date
Failing TO bring in such lists, You will thereby b,
barred of any right to make application to the
County Commissioners for abatement of any
taxes which may be assessed against you.
Blanks for returns may be had of us application
or by calling at the City Treasurer's office.
WIN. II. LIBBY, Assessors
ASA ID. TOWNSEND of
JOSEPH ii. WALL. Augusta.
March 81, 1883. mar3lt1w&wtdl3
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

Whitmore & Clark's Minstrel Troupe held
forth in Packard Hall Wednesday night to a
crowded house now Let any entertainment Of
real literary merit. such A. public reading.
be had, and scarce q hackers dozen will be
present.-The rush of summer tourists the
coming season will be greater than ever be-
fore. Az Winthrop becomes known it grows
in favor as a desirable retreat to those seek
ing inexpensive rest and quiet. Our beauti-
full lakes, romantic scenery, enchanting
drives, pure wholesome air and location so
easy of access to the great cities, brings
an ever increasing number each year to
tarry in our midst for a season. The pOpu-
ular proprietors of the Winthrop House report
twice the applications for board and rooms
than at this time last season. Notwithstand-
ing they have recently nearly doubled the
capacity of their house, it will be crowded
much earlier than last year. Capt. Davis will
have increased steamboat facilities on the
lake, and the multitude of small boats will
give the place quite the appearance of a sea-
port town. MaranOcook Grove will be in
great demand, and more and larger gather
ings sill be there than in any previous year.
-"Gran" Chandler, the veteran pickerel
catcher. not able to content himself away
from the haunts of the finny tribe, recently
returned to Winthrop and has taken up his
abode in Ibis house on the ice, and is dis
porting himself with catching large numbers
of pickerel.-Winthrop Lodge l. o. of g. T.,
held necktie sociable and oyster supper at
the town hall Friday evening.-The Ladies
Relief Corps. recently organized, are having
large accessions to their numbers and bids
fair to be a prosperous society, and great
help to the G. A. X. Post.-The question of
having a Soldiers Monument has recently
been agitated through the columns of the
Budget. but no definite action has as yet been
taken. We ought to and are able to have
good one, but no one seems disposed to go
ahead in the enterprise.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

To buy cheap is a mania. Seldom does
the buyer of cheap goods consider whether
it is possible to offer frst-class or genuine
goods at cheap prices. The Liebig Co. offers
no cheap goods. 1t offers only honest prepa-
rations at honest prices. The celebrity of its
Coca Beef Tonic is due to uniformity of
quality and price. Invaluable in dyspepsia
biliousness, debility, nervousness and neu-
ralga. MARI deod&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

The peculiar action on the kidneys and
urinary organs OF asparagus Is frequently
noticed during the season. Prof Benson re-
Gently proved in the case of the Emperor
William and others that in combination with
malt and qunine it is an absolute specific for
diseases of the liver. kidneys and urinary or
gans. His method has been adopted by the
Malt Bitters Company. and this great Ger
man food is now composed of malt, hops.
quinine bark and asparagus. Medical Times.
mar2ltW&S&wlm
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

We have been shown an ancient book with
Sst pages, possessed by Mr.. A. ID. Weeks
Of this city, which is quite q curiosity. It's
name 10 1.-The Instructor, or, American Young
Mans Best Companion" and is filed with
valuable Information aud advice to young
men. 1t was printed in 1874 at Walpole,
New Hampshire, BY Isaiah Thomas and David
Carlisle
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty
to Animals held meeting one day this week.
Whether it does anything else besides hold
meetings has not yet been found out. How.
ever, on the day of the meeting we saw n
brute numerically beating his horse on the
top of Rhines Hill. no remonstrance being
made by the society with a long name.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

Workmen are making quite extensive
changes in the appearance of Union Hall. A
stage Nth swell front has been put in and
the proscenium is te be handsomely decorated.
The stage is also to be furnished with scenes
representing six different views. When fin
ished the hall is to be occupied by the
several temperance societies in town. viz :
Capital and Augusta Lodges. I. o. G. IRE
form Club, Sons of Temperance, Juvenile
Temperance Society, and will be the best ap-
pointed temperance hall in the State. 1t will
be dedicated tomorrow afternoon at $50
o'clock. Good speakers will be present. Let
there be a full attendance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

Mr.. A. S. Pease of Fairfield is making ar
engagements to run four-horse coach to Au-
gusts as soon as the steamer ''Star of the
East resumes her summer trips. There is
hogan for boat passengers and express.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

Mr.. NJ. +. Morse of Boston, who lectured
on Longfellow, in this city last March, is in
the city the guest of J. f. Avery, Esq. Prof
Morse reads at Togus Saturday evening, and
in BangOr next week
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

S. p. Eaton & Co. still maintain there rep
utaton for selling only first class seeds. As
usual they have large stock the present
spring and farmers and gardeners will be
wise to get a supply of this firm.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

Those interested in Cobbosseecontee Lake
fishing propose to raise fund for the pur-
pose Of feeling watchmau who shall keep
during the close time, it being asserted that
large numbers of the fish are captured in
June, thereby not only breaking the laws, but
also working vast injury to the sport during
the open time
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

The Augusta local circle of the C. L. S.
C. will meet in the Methodist vestry Monday
evening, April I'd, at 7.30 o'clock. ALI men,
bers are requested to bring their October and
November Chautauuuans
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31
Bib.

In Toronto Ont, Mar 70. after lingering illness.
Emma J., wife of VIM. H. Woodbury., formerly OF
Augusta, aged ao years.
In West Gardiner, Mar. Is, Thomas Lord, aged SO
yeare, months
In Bangor. Mar. IS, Capt. Jeremiah French. aged
81 years, months.
In Dexter. Mar ., Reuben Flanders, aged years.
months, II days.
In Providence. R. l., Feb. q, Alonzo J.. Sawyer.
form. rly Of Oldtown, Me-, . former member Of the
First Maine Cavalry, aged 46 years
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

will never regret sending two cent stamps
to pay postage, to A. Z. Ordway Co.,
Boston, Mass, for a copy of DR.. Kaufmanns
great Medical Work; 100 pages, colored
illustrations of great value to every family.
mar27 deod&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

Mr.. l.. A. Moore has rendered his resigna-
ton as Captain of Co. +. Capital Guards.
Capt Moore has made one of the best officers
the company has ever had and the boys will
be 10th to dispense with his valuable services.
A meeting of the company will soon be held
to take action in regard to the matter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

~W. G. Fifeld { Co. have just purchased
of Mrs. Metealf of Winthrop 100 quart Jars OF
preserves consisting Of rasPoerries, oi.e'
berries, blackberries, cranberries, pears &c;
Anr nerson desiring to buy such goods, vii!
and Il to their advantage to purchase the said
kind.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

Gospel meeting on Sunday at four p. NJ.
in Y. NJ. C. A. hall. All are invited. Good
singing and short addresses. Young mems
meeting ut five o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

This has been an exceptionally favorable
winter for coal dealers. One firm in Au-
gusta exhausted their winter's stock the last OF
January, and have since procured supply
at Gardiner for their customers. They now
have q vessel loading with coal at New York
which will be on hand to come up the river
as soon as the ice disappears.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

The Governor has nominated Morrill,
Sprsgue for Judge of the Municipal Court OF
Dexter, under the act passed by the present
legislature creating a court in that town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

Young and middle aged men, suffering
from nervous debility and kindred affections,
as loss of memory and hypochopdria, should
inclOse three stamps for Part VII of Worlds
D;spensary Dime Series of pamphlets. Ad-
dress WORLDS DIsPENsARY MEDICAL Assoc
CITATION Buffalo, n. Y. mar21d&wlw3p
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

Cooking articles, similar to those which
have been used by Miss Munro at her cook
ing school, can now be found at the hardware
,tore of o. Williamson.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

The Committee on Reform School Of the
Executive Council, consisting of Messrs.
Bolster, Cornish and Locke. will take trip
10 Massachusetts the first Of next week to in
spect the reformatory institution in that State.
IL proposed to introduce . new mechani.
cal department into the school in this
state and furnish the buildings with new and
improved heating apparatus. The object Of
tne committee in visiting the Massachusetts
senool is to inspect the best plans ia use
.nese and apply them, if regarded favorably
" tae committee, in the improvements to be
made s the Maine school.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

Rev. Z. z. Baron of Saccarappa will sup
ply the pulpit of the South Congregational
church tomorrow, and also preach in the
chapel in the evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

The regular monthly meeting Of the Young
Mems Christian Association, will be held on
Monday evening at 30 o'clock in the hall.
At the close of the business session an enter
tainment will be given. All members are
urged to be present, and friends of the associ-
alton who desire to learn of our work are
cordially invited
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

We have speedy and positive cure for
Catarrh, Diphtheria, Canker mouth and Head
Ache, in SHILOH'S CATARRH REMEDY.
A nasal Injector free with each bottle. Use
it if you desire health and sweet breath.
Price 80 cts. Sold by
ROwditch Webster Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

Mrs. Harriet Jones, q Friends minister of
Winthrop, spoke at the ninth anniversary Of
the woman's Temperance Crusade in Bangor
Thursday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

Two new elegant passenger cars for the
Maine Central have just been turned out of
the company shops.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

1.-THE Struggle for Existence" is the sub
ject Of Mr.. Whites sermon at the Universe
li,t church to morrow morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

Rev. Stephen Murphy died at Dover. n.
H., on Tuesday last quite suddenly, although
he has been in i'll health for some time. He
was born in Ireland, was ordained in Mon
treal five years ago and has officiated in this
city and Portland. At the time of his de-
cease he was 2s years of age. Two brothers
Rev. John Murphy Of Augusta, and Rev. D..
w. Murphy Of Dover. N. H., survive him.
Rev. James Murphy (now deceased of Macon,
Ga, was also q brother. The funeral took
place Thursday at St. Marks church, Dover,
N. II. The attendance Of clergy and laity
was very large. Rev. Father Murphy of this
city, was present.
An old brick kiln at North Belgrade has
been recently dug up by E. II. Williams of
Winthrop. There is not an ''oldest inhabi-
tant" who can remember any tradition of the
time of its erection. Many Of the bricks were
found as fresh and as bright looking as they
were when hot from the fire. The old kiln
has been the subject of no little comment in
that vicinity. Mr.. Williams will build new
kiln very early in the spring. North Belgrade
possesses fine, clear clay and makes bricks as
tough and fine as pottery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

Joshua Nye and 45 others petition for the
appointment Of two or more constables for
Kennebec county to enforce the law against
the sale of intoxicating liquors. A hearing
is ordered by the Governor and Council in
the Council Chamber for Wednesday, the
18th Of April next, at 10 o'clock in the fore
noon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

Goss, Sawyer & Packard have just taken q
contract to build the largest ship that has ever
been launched in Bath.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

Colden's Liquid Beef Tonic will cure in
digestion. and perpetuate bodily vigor. Take
no other. OF druggists.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

E-W. G. Fifield & Co.. have now on hano
and will continue to have during the spring
season. carrots and parsnips in abundance
fresh from their farm.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1883-03-31

There is no btters in the market which
will do many people good without the risk
of doing anybody harm as Wheat Bitters