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The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
A. LITTLE & co.

Jobbers of Dry and Fancy Goods.
The dry goods interest of the city of Portland is
represented by firms whose operations are not sur
passed by any city of proportionate population in
the country. The trade too, is handled by exner-
fenced and energetic merchants whose transactions
IN this line have become noted throughout the
State and they have won for themselves d;stinc-
ton due to merit alone. Among the most promi-
nent houses in the wholesale line is that of A. Lit
tie Co., of 236 and 238 Middle Street, which was
established in 1861.
They confne themselves wholly to an importing
and jobbing trade, dealing in full and complete
line of woolens, French and English dress goods
Dlack silks and velvets linen fabrics and table dam
asks, hannels small wares and fancy goods of all
Ihls firm is most substantial one the gentlemen
constituting it being thoroughly experienced and
wei known business men, who, by their energy
perseverance, and business ability, have built 10
ana established name and reputation that thew NAV
Wen feel proud of. Their customers are found
throughout Maine, New Hampshire Vermont Mas
sachusetts ana Northern New York, and their bus
mess transactions have helped very materially to
advance the dry goods trade of Portland to stand
ard which reflect credit not only upon themselves
but the city also. In the purchase of goods they
are able to offer Inducements to traders through
out this section of the country that cannot be ex-
celled by those held out by any New York or Bos-
ton house, and certainly no larger city contains
nrm more ready and willing to accommodate their
customers in every possible Way
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
SWAN 6 BARRETT.
Bankers and Brokers

Prominent among the banking houses in Portland
of excellent repute that are largely identified with
the active operations of the times take pleasure
in referring to that of Swan & Barrett, of 1856
Middle Street. than which no similar house is more
generally or fayorably known throughout Eastern
New England, where they have large constituency
and extensive correspondence. In New YORK ana
Boston they rank high among the leading firms In
their circle of business. They conservative,
deliberate, and yet the less active or success
full.
The principal business of this firm is the purchase
and sale of Government, State, City, County ana
Railroad Bonds and Stocks, we'll as DOMINION
currency and other foreign money. They keep con-
stantly on hand large variety of securities for the
CARNATIONS, trust funds and private parties Their
many years. experience in the business, and daily
advices from the monied centres of the country.
highly qualities them to advise capitalists ana
others desiring to safely invest their money.
All correspondence and orders are carefully at
tended to by the members of the firm personally.
Purchases and sales made promptly on order,
and every branch of their business is transacted IN
the mr. cVst nd qatis m
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
BIBBER, McMANN & co.
Wholesale Dealers in Millinery.


1t is only by careful study that anything like a
complete understanding of the magnitude and ex-
tent of the obbing and retail trade of Portland
be acquired. 1t has been our aim in these columns
topresent brief and truthful statement of the ca
pacty and principal characteristics of each indus
try, without making invidious comparisons and
thus lay before readers reliable picture of the
several trade accommodations and advantages Port
land has to offer.
Among the establishments which have attracted
our attention, none deserves more favorable con-
sderation at our hands than the wholesale millin-
cry house of Bibber, McMann Il Co., whose ware
rooms are located at 80 Cross Street, with retail
store at 437 harrington Block. Here may always
be found full and complete stock of all articles
coming under the title of millinery and millinery
goods purchased from first hands by experienced
buyers and presents to the retail trade all the ad-
vantages in styles novelties, and moderate prices,
that may be obtained from the similar establish
ments of Boston and New York.
In all departments of the business equal attention
and is given to offer only such goods as may be
considered the most satisfactory of their kind. The
system which prevails in the establishment indicates
the most careful supervision while the Judgment and
taste displayed in the selection of the stock pro-
claim that the proprietOrs are men of experience
and thorough knowledge of their business.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
CHARLES CUSTIs & co.
Shirts and Fine Furnishings.

We take pleasure in calling the attention of all
who are seeking the best qualities of articles per
tanning to the above lines to the fresh and varied
stock IN the well known establishment of Charles
Cnstis q Co., at 4S3 Congress Strict. The enter
prise, good faith and facilities for supplying fine
goods at the lowest rates have made this ho9se a
favorite one among our best class of citizens and
the name of Mr.. Gusts has invariably been enar
antee that purchasers at that establishment Would
there md goods that would give permanent salts
ticies handled include everything ia the line of fine
furnishings, while decided speciality is made of
house has attained great reputation. The mar ro
kets are closely watched and every article in gen
tlemen's furnishings that be had in simia New
York establishments may here be found at cores
ponding prices.
The large and constantly increasing business tran
dealing aud rigid adherence to the policy which
guided them on first establishing the business-al-
ways to produce the best of its Kind never to sell
interior goods and never to represent any article in
their stock other than it is.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
WM. SENTER & co.
jewelers..

There are but few merchants now engaged in
business in this city who have been longer asso-
ciated with its commerce than the senior member
of the above named firm. For nearly half CEN
fury, through all the vicissitudes of trade MI.
Senter has maintained the honorable position of
MS house, which he, with Abner Lowell, founded in
1885. In 1874, VIM. Senter, Jr, was admitted to
an interest in the business which has since been
conducted under the present style.
In watches, clocks, fine jewelry mathematical
and surveying instruments, silver and plated ware
and all matters connected with the scientific part
OF the nautical business, embracing charts, barom-
eters quadrants, sextants, logs and chronometers
they deal largely; They make speciality of the
Waltham watch, justly acknowledged by all to be
the best watch now in The market. The repair de-
partment also receives special attention. and all
works entrusted to them will be done in manner
as to be in keeping with the well established repu-
tation OF this branch of their trade.
whether as alderman, mayor of the CITY or the
successful business man. the head of this house has
been esteemed for his just and honorable transac-
tions and the firm of which he is the head is too
well and widely known, to sea faring men as well
as lands-people, to need any unnecessary comment
at our hands
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
WARREN SPARROW & co.

No gentleman connected with insurance in this
State, is better or more favorable known than Mr..
Warren Sparrow, whose ofi,e is located at so Ex-
change Street. For nearly quarter of a century
he has enjoyed the confidence and esteem of our
property-holders, and citizens generally who have
learned from experience that the knowledge gained
implicitly relied upon.
He represents Q line Of companies Of undoubted
strength ana solidity, and numerous as to enable
MIN 10 write as high an amount on a risk as any
other agency. Their names as follows: Boston
Underwriters of Boston; Williamsburg CITY. of
New YORK; British America, of London; Insur-
delphia, and the Irving of New York
Interested parties will find MIR. Sparrow ready
and willing at all times to assist them in any way in
the matter of insurance and it Will certainly be for
the interests Of propertyholders to investigate the
advantages which he can offer in this direction
particularly as his experience gives him a fun
knowledge of the details and safest methods for the
insured to adopt. ~ Wv
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
CASCO CLOTHING co.
Mems. Boys and Children's Clothing.

AaSu IS buy . anu OnuQrenS ClOt01nRs
For the successful prosecution Of any commercial
enterprise, the most valuable and important quan-
cation is the possession of an intimate acquaint-
ance with every detail Of the particular line Of bus
ness engaged in, derived from long practical expe-
rienee These remarks are especially applicable
to the Caseo Clothing Company, of 201 Middle
Street. This is one of the most reliable clothing
houses in the State, carrying stock that for thor
oughness and superiority Of workmanship, great
variety excellence of material and fashionable
makeup, has but few equals in New Finland.
Few of our readers, perhaps, are aware of the
facilities possessed by this Company, whereby they
are able to successfully compete with all others In
the selling Of these goods. The secret of it lies in
the fact that they rank among the largest manufac-
turers Of ready-made clothing in the country and
are thus enabled to to their customers one or
two middle profits which other dealers who do not
make their own goods have to put on these articles
to do paying business The trade of this house IL
conducted upon sound and substantial principles.
prominent among which is their one-price system,
the strict and truthful representation Of all goods
and their perfect willingness to refund purchase
money to all customers who thoroughly sat
ished with their bargains. We cheerfully recon-
mend this establishment to those of readers who
are looking for clothing that combines excellent
material with thorough makeup and low prizes
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
OREN HOOPER & SON.
Furniture, Carpets, Crockery. Glass.

Furniture, Carpets, Crockery, Glass, Etc.
In speaking OF the commercial advantages of
Portland. it affords us great satisfaction to an
noance that especially in the department Of house
furnishings inducements are accorded purchasers in
this city that certainly are sttanabIe in Init few
cities in New England. The largest and most prom
nent establishment devoted to the sale of these
goods IS tnat Oh Oren Hooper Il Son, VIII Sc Jacous
Street. ' ~
This bulldog, built expressly for their business
front OF l36 feet, making it the largest highest
land. " ~'N" e
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
G. E. SAWYER.
Manufacturer and Wholesale Dealer in
Pure Confectionery.

Fure Con16ctlonery.
The manufacture of confectionery in the United
States has become an industry OF the first import
ance,and viewing it trade matter itmsy be quos
toned whether the production Of any other county
exces or even equals US in this line Among the best
known houses here in Maine engaged in the manu-
facture and sale OF these goods may be ranked that
OF g. f. Sawyer, of 300 Congress Street, whose pro-
auctions are as familiar as household words
throughout this part of the State. In view OF the
important fact that there is hardly manufacturing
business carried on in which there is greater oppor-
tunity for adulteraton than in the making of con
fectionery 1t gives us pleasure TO Inform those Of
our readers who are not already familiar with the
fact that all Of Mr. Sawyers productions arc strict
ly pure in every sense OF the word.
1t Is now generally acknowledged that one half Of
the candy put upon the market contains foreign in
gradients, some Of which are really injurious to
health, but all this may be easily avoided By pur-
chasing yo1r confectionery from 9 responsible
house like the above. By the fair and honorable
way Mr.. Sawyer has conducted his business during
the period he has been in the trade the character
OF bis goods has become widely known for their
purity, and he is now reaping q we'll deserved re-
ward in large and constantly Increasing business
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
CHASE, KNIGHT s. co.
Manufacturers and Jobbers Of Boots ano
Shoes

One OF the most prominent and productive indus.
tries of Portland is the manufacture of boots and
shoes, in which some dozea or more firms are en-
gagged, involving large amount of capital and the
employment Of much operating labor.
prominent house in the trade is that of Chase
Knight 4 Co., whose establishment aG so and 81
Union Street is well and thoroughly equipped with
all modern appliances and facilities necessary for
the successful prosecution of their growing bust
ness. The trade OF this firm has a wide extension
and wherever their goods are known they are re-
garded with great favor.
Their facilities are such that they enabled to
fill orders promptly, and at prices SIS low as any OF
their contemporaries, while the reputation their
goods enjoy is unsurpassed by that of any house in
the trade.
The individual members of the firm are I. H.
Chase and Columbus knight, both OF whom are
gentlemen well known as taking an active part in
the promotion of this industry in Portland
The caution method order and experience which
everywhere pervades this establishment, distin-
euish it as model one and give evidence of the
business talent and conscientious system that has
made the name of the firm OF the most respect
ed in the city.
Morris tribune., 1884-06-25
The Republican Nominees.

BANGOR, Me-, June 19.-Blaine and Logan
arrived here from Ellsworth in the evening"
accompanied by Senator Hale, at whose
| home the candidates have been visiting.
They were met at the depot by a delegation
of citizens, and their arrival was announced
by the firing of cannon. ringing Of bells and
blowing of whistles. They were escorted to
a large square, where 5000 people were as
sembled and a platform had been erected.
Mayor Humphrey presided, and speeches of
welcome were read by ex- Chief Justice APP
pleton and Hon. S. S. Blake. Mr. Blaine
was then introduced and said:
1 thank you, my friends, for the
hearty welcome you have given us. l have
been making visit to Ellsworth, as the
attendant of Gen. Logan. Our trip is not
political one but purely social aud personal,
but it seems that the sturdy Republicans of
Maine could not permit the opportunity to
pass without manifesting their ardor for the
principles of Republicanism and their esteem
for the gallant soldier who accompanies me.
l do not attribute this demonstration as
personal to myself. No man can play the
hero among his friends and neighbors That
must be reserved for strangers and for other
states. We are here to do honor to our
distinguished guest and I invite the hosts of
Maine Republicans to join with me in a
t. ibute to soldier who, as q Democrat was
ore OF the first to take up arms in defense of
his country.
At the conclusion of MIR. Blaine's remarks
Gen. Logan was introduced.
Logan was very severe on the Indepen-
dents, who, he said, cannot rule, but must be
ruled.
At the close of Logan's remarks, which
were frequently applauded, the people were
given an opportunity to shake hands with
| the candidates, after which Blaine and
Logan took the train for Augusta
Morris tribune., 1884-06-25
Zen Butler Accepts the Greenback
Nomination.

NEW YORK, June 1S.-Gen. Buffers letter
of acceptance of the Greenback nomination
for the presidency has been given to the
press. In referring to the recent legal
tender decision of the supreme court, he says:
"The legal tender having become the very
foundation of, as well as measure of value,
intertwined with all the business of the people,
the engine of prosperity of the nation, it
seems to me almost an act of cruelty again
to disturb causelessly a financial question
which has been SO set at rest with the assent
of all good men, as much SO as was the ques-
tion Of the right of man to
hold Lis brother man in slavery.
Then he says he is in favor
Of all the interest of labor, the preservation
of the lands of the people for the benefit of
the people, the control of agencies created by
the government to be used for the good Of thu
people; government regulation of a system
of interstate commerce which shall control
and cheaper transportation of persons,
freights and intelligence, and the protection
of all in their just rights and confinement
of all to their true duties, to the end that
there may be in this country equality of
rights equality Of burdens, equality of
privileges, and equality of power to all per-
sons under the law
Morris tribune., 1884-06-25
The POLITICAL FIELD.
Straws Which Indicate How the
Political Wind Blows.
The New York Democratic COnven.
tion-EsuIler Accepts the Green
back Nomination - News
from Various Points.

SARATOGA, N. Y, June 1S.-The truce be-
tween Tammany and the county Democracy
of Now York reduced the convention to
rather tame affair. There was nothing
like a struggle in the earlier proceedings.
The most important transaction of the
morning was the agreement of Tammany,
county Democracy and Irving hall upon q
basis of representation for those factions.
The compromise gave Tammany 81 votes,
county Democracy 81, and Irving hall 10.
This arrangement was made previous to the
day session of the convention.
The preliminary business of organization
was transacted and the convention ad-
journed until Z p. m.
AT p. m. the convention came to
order again. The committee on
permanent organization reported con-
tinuing the temporary officers. The
decision was received with applause.
THE RESOLUTIONS
declare that the Democracy of New York
recognize that no issue can be more i'm
portant than the election of a president whose
character and public Reputation shall give
assurance of an honest, impartial and
efficient administration of the laws; that
concerning state government this convention
adopts the resolutions of the conventions in
1874, 1876, 1882; that it recognizes the duty
of the legislature to respect the popular vote
in 1888 for the abolition of contract labor in
prisons, and that it heartily comnlends the
administration of Grover Cleveland.
Judges Andrews and Rappallo, of the
court of appeals, were renominated to those
positions with great enthusiasm.
The unit rule was adopted. The county
Democrats claim that out of the 70
2 delegates Cleveland has fifty two, leav-
ing 20 for Flower and I doubtful
vote Flowers friends however, do not
give Cleveland more than 45 votes, if as
many.
After the appointment of the state commit
tee and of electors, the convention adjourned
sine die
Morris tribune., 1884-06-25
The sultan,s Protest.

CoNsTANTINoPLE, June 19.-The porte
is not reconciled to the outlook of affairs in
Egypt, and has addressed circular to the
powers insisting that England's self-imposed
task Of restoring order in Egypt is SO far
completed that the army of occupation ought
to be withdrawn. The moral authority and
prestige of the sultan is amply sufficient, the
circular says, to insure internal tranquility.
Ii, however, the powers be of the opinion
that extraneous military force is necessary,
such force might be supplied by the sultan
alone, or in conjunction with England,
France, Italy, and-Spain,
Morris tribune., 1884-06-25
The Panama Canal

LONDON, June 17.-The Paris correspond
ent of The Standard upon making inquiry
at the head office of the Panama Canal COM
pany in that city, has been assured that the
statements emanating from New York as to
trouble in the affairs of the company are
groundless and that the prospects of the en-
terprise are SO promising as to warrant the
continuance of the work of construction as
at present in progress.
Morris tribune., 1884-06-25
Industrial Dimculty Settled.

CINCINNATI, Ohio June 19.-After stormy
session of two hours the Cincinnati iron
manufacturers and representatives of the
Amalgamated association signed the Pitts.
burg scale of prices and from 1900 to $500
idle men will now find employment for
another year, as the manufacturers announce
their intention of resuming work at once.
Morris tribune., 1884-06-25
Gayel for the July Convention.

Boston, June 16.-A lady in this city has
nearly finished making presiding officers
gavel composed of rare wood and stone
pieces of historical values. 1t will contain a
fragment from Washington's tomb, marble
from Caesars palace in Rome, and piece of
torch found in the VOLTS den occupied by
Gen. Putnam at Pomfret, Conn. The gavel
is to be used at the national Democratic con-
vention, and is to be presented to he sue
cessful presidential candidate
Morris tribune., 1884-06-25
Egyptian News.

CAIRO, June 90 There is a report in cir.
culation here that Kassala has been captured
by the rebels, but there is no confirmation of
the rumor as yet. The mudir of Dongola,
who has been repeatedly ordered to retreat
toward Cairo. with his garrison, continues to
demand reinforcements and seems deter
mined to hold tie town against all comers,
Morris tribune., 1884-06-25
dwelling of Venezuela's Gift to the
City of New York.

New YORK. June 1S.-The statue Of Simon
Bolivar, the Washington of South America, VI
was unveiled in Central park with becoming
ceremonies The statue is the gift of the re,
public of Venezuela to this CITY, The
parade of honor was made by the
Seventh regiment veterans, the Fifth
U. S, artillery and a large detachment
of marines and sailors. The address Of
presentation was made by Gen. Guzman
Blanco, ex-president of Venezuela, who said
in the course of his address that the statue of
Boliver in Central park, and the statue of
Washington in the square of Sante Anna in
Caracas, represent the confraternity in
glory of the great American family, and con-
cluded by saying "May Divine Providence
grant to my country what she has already
granted to this great rennhlic y
Morris tribune., 1884-06-25
Ratification at Washington.

WASHINGTON CITY, June 20. O.-Great prep
arations were made for Republican ratifu
cation meeting to be held at the city hall.
Tho south front of the court house was hand
somely decorated with bunting. On white
field, interviewer with garlands of evergreen,
at the top of each upright was an American
eagle, with widespread wings, and over and
above all floated the American flag
Back on che apex of the main
entrance, surmounting the columns, was
shield with the rising sun coming up from
behind and Illuminating q scroll on which
was inscribed "The Peoples Choice for 1885,"
Strings of streamers run from the east and
west wings to the center entrance, forming
almost a complete canopy for those who sat
beneath. The great Lincoln was not forgot
ten; his statue, which is directly opposite the
speakers stand, being appropriately decor
ated was in keeping with its surroundings.
Speeches were made by Senators Sherman
and Malone, Representatives Belford, Horr,
Dingley, Miller and Golf, and by Messrs
Fred Douglass of Washington City, O'Har
of North Carolina, and number of others.
Morris tribune., 1884-06-25
Fitz John Porter.

WASHINGTON CITY, June 1s.-The Fitz
John Porter bill, as it passed the house, now
only awaits the presidents signature to be-
come law. 1t authorizes the president to
place Gen. Porter ON the retired list with the
rank of colonel without back nav
Morris tribune., 1884-06-25
The Union pacific

NEW YORK, June 1S.-Sidney Dillon has
resigned the presidency of the Union Pacific
railroad, and Charles Francis Adams was
chosen to fill the vacancy. The New England
stockholders favor the change. The inn
preston ON the street is that the
July dividend will be passed and
recommendation be made at the
directors meeting not to pay any
dividends for the remainder of the year, and
then to resume on per cent. basis At the
meeting of the directors it was voted that in
lieu of the dividend payable July the sum
OF S71S,Sl4 will be paid from moneys in the
company's treasury to the United. States to
meet the demands of the secretary of the
treasury for payments under the Thurman
act for the year ending Dec. 81. Charles
Francis Adams accepts the position rendered
him