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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01
GARDINER,

Poles have been set through Water street
for the electric light wires, extending from
the Oakland shops to the coliseum. Some of
our business men think they are more useful
than ornamental.
Commissioner Dole is preparing to rebuild
the butments of the bridges on the Causeway.
lie has erected derrick opposite the coli
scum.
There were large delegations from the rural
districts. Wednesday atternoon,t to the Equine
Paradox Your correspondent modestly asked
Manager Mishler, after the crowd had passed
in. How many are in the hall ? Fifteen
hundred was the brief reply. tried to
make an estimate. from outside observation,
and concluded. if his figures were correct.
that there were 5000 in the Coliseum Monday
night when was there.
II. W. Jewett 4 Co, have commenced
piling their winter supply of logs. They use
a donkey engine for hauling up the logs
The Temperance Alliance met in the Con-
gregational Chapel last night.
Three hundred persons from this city went
with the Catholic excursion to Oak Point on
the Islander Tuesday.
CITY Treasurer Bowman has sold $1,000
worth of new city bonds at par As these
are four per cent bonds maturing only few
wears hence the sale was good one.
Oakland Lodge l. o. G. T. elected the
following officers at their meeting Tuesday
evening: Arthur Winslow, W. c. 1. Susie
Plummer, w. V. T.; Samuel Lane, W. s.;
L. q. Paul, W. F. s. S. II. Dow, w. T.;
George W. Morrell, W. NJ. J, NJ. Robinson,
W. c.; Alice Talpey W. /: g. A ). Har'
riman, W. .. G.; S. H. Dow, Choirister;
Carrie b. Jaqueth. Organist
Mrs. j. c. Lander and Mrs. Gustavus
Moore, with their children, are taking
vacation at their new cottage at the Rich
mond camp ground.
Hon. Stephen Young and family of Bruins,
wick were in town Wednesday and attended
the matinee at the Coliseum.
J. NJ. Larrsbee offers for sale the farm OF
the late Daniel Larrsbee. 1t is good farm,
with good buildings and conveniently To-
Gated.
The birds are beginning to migrate. Ed
ward was sent TO Augusta Jail Monday Tor
getting more than usually drunk.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01
State of Maine.

KENNEBEC, IS. Superior Court in Vacation.
augusta, July 81, 1884.
MARY l. BARTON. lib't, VS.. FRED W. BARTON.
Upon the annexed libel. 1t is ordered that notice
thereof be given TO the libeee, by publishing an at
togs,ber Win mi. order thereon three weeks sue
cessiyey in the kennebec Journal "A newspaper
printed in Augusta. In said county OF kennebec. the
last publication TO be fourtee days at least before then
next term of said Court, to be holden at Augusta,
within and for said county Of kennebec,on the first
Tuesday OF September next, that he may then and
there appear in said Court and answer to ssid libel
II he see fit. W. /. VIII EHOUSE.
abstract Of Libel.)
The belant alleges that he was married the said
libeee ut Auguta, in the state OF Maine, on the 4ih
day of July, ls77 that the said ibelant and hbelee
cohabited in this State after their said marriage that
the libcant resided in this State when the cause Of
divorce accrued hereinafter set forth, and had re-
sided here in good faith year prior TO the date
hereof; that the libeant has been faithful to
her marriage obligations but that the said libelee
has been unmndful OF the same, that on the first
day Of May lss he utterly deserted the libeant with
out reasonable cause aud has continued said
desertion for three consecutive years next prior to
the filing of this libel that being of sufficient
ability he has grossly wantony and cruelty neglected
and refused 10 provide suitable maintenance for her
That two children have been born to them during
their said mar Iage, now living, viz Annie NJ. Bar
ton, aged six years, and Winfield s. Barton. three
years old
Wherefore he prays that a divorce from the bonds
Of marimony between herself and said libelee, may
be decreed, and that the and custody of their
minor children, Annie VI. and Winfield 5 Barton,
may be given to her.
And the libelant further alleges that she has used
reasonable diligence to ascertain the present resi-
dence of said lbeIee, but is unable to do so. and
does not know where Il is
MARY L. BARTON, Libelant.
KENNEBEC, SIS. July 3Oth, lss4.-The said libel
ant made oath that the above allegation to the
residence of the libelee Is true.
Before me, f. W. WHITEHOUSE.
Justice of the Peace.
true copy of the order of notice, with abstract Of
libel.
Attest A. C. OTIS, Clerk.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01
RICHMOND.

The Blaine and Logan flag has been taken
down for repairs.-Notice is given that the
cotton mill will be closed two months, be-
ginning next Saturday.-An addition. l2xS2,
is being built at the skating rink for a restsu-
rant. The rink will be opened early in
September.--Two patents for carriage jacks
are held 10 this town. Oae is by A. C.
Spaul1ing; the other by Daniel Clarke Both
parties are manufacturing and the sales are
steadily increasing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

The New Age has been giving lessons in
civil service reform. In its last issue the
post Office employees are cody Informed that
they will be obliged to step down and out
after the 4th of March next-provided of
course that the impossible should come to
pass viz: The election of Cleveland.
This Is but the acrimonious overflow of dis
appointed ambition. For many months the
New Age has been much concerned about
the Augusta mail service. For years certain
democrats in this city have pursued the corus-
eating will o'-the wisp of the Augusta post
otice and it has proved but a snare and de-
FUSION to them Better follow something
tangible gentlemen and not be grumblng
over sour grapes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

Many people in Augusta, outside Of the re
ligtous denomination with which he was CON
uected, will learn with profound sorrow of
the death of Rev. Henry " Dexter. d. D.,
formerly the beloved pastor Of the First Bap-
tIst church in this city. He died at has home
in Baldwinsyille, Mass, last week, aged 90
years He was born at Wayne, in kennebec
county, in 1915, and was a graduate of Wat
erviIle College, now Colby University, and
of Newton Theological Seminary. He was
first settled at Calais and afterwards at Au-
guSta. Calais again, and at Baldwinsvile.
During his eight years pastorate in Augusta,
he won the respect and love of the entire
community. He had a mind well stored with
knowledge and heart rich with the most
profound religious experience
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01
TO HOUSE KEEPERS.

Table Cutlery plated with the improved Compo.
stion plating Tor steel. Old silver knives com.
mon steel knives and forks plated with this metal
equal the best silver plate and costs less
than half much. saves securing, keeps them from
rsstIng, will not tarnish in hot eggs vinegar or
mustard Send knife BY mail and " i'll plate and
return free Of charge for trial.
4. l.. TAYLOR, Cutlery Platter,
% Franklin ST.. Lewiston. Me.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

Hay-Fever. lean recommend Ely's Cream
Balm to all Hay-Fever sufferers, it is, in my
opinion, a sure cure. | was afflicted for 20
years, and never before found permanent re-
lief-W. H. HAsKINs, Marshfield, VT.
Hay-Fever. have been Hay fever suf
ferer for three wears have often heard Ely's
Cream Balm spoken of in the highest terms.
| used it, and with the most wonderful sue
cess T. S. GEER, Syracuse, n. Y.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

because it enhances their charms tenfold is
with which no dentifrice can
compare. 1t checks premature decay of the
teeth, completely removing tartar from their
sur faces, interstices and cavities whitening
them, rel dering the gums healthy and coral
line and the breath as balmy as the odor of
flowers. The gritty and acid properties
which render many tooth powders and washes
are not to be found in Ameri-
cas- favorite teeth restoratives.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

Two men walking on the railroad track
Wednesday night, found man asleep on the
rails il-t north Of the bridge over the Augusta
r1ad a short distance above Hallowell.
A. the II o'clock Pullman was due in
4 few minutes it would have been his last
sleep had he not been discovered. The man
wa. completely "paralyzed' from the effects
Of an overdose Of fire water.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

Three games Of Polo are talked of TO take
place AZ Capita rink muster week, between
40 Auburn club and one dubbed "The Cleye.
seq the home club vanquished The
name j.. .uggcstiye of defeat, however, and
coming events cast their shadows before"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

The Blaine and Logan Veteran Company
will meet this evening at 7 30 o'clock at
Meonian Hall All intending to join should
B.. present, As business Of importance is to be
transacted.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

The race on the Augusta Trotting Park yes
terday afternoon between Gaslin & Tolmsn's
grey jim" and and Mr.. Davis bay mare,
best three in five, for wager of $50, was
closely contested. At ? O'Clock the park in
the vicinity of the stand was crowded with car
rages and large assemblage of spectators.
There vas much excitement manifest. ID.
W Hanscom of Hallowell, George Hunt and
Sumner Barton filled the position of judges ac-
ceptsbiy The race was called at $50 o'clock.
In the first heat Jim took the lead in the be-
ginning and held it throughout. The second
heat was a hot one. IL was neck and neck.
On the last quarter Jim had a slight adysn-
tage. but making bad break, the bay won.
Tmrd, MIR. Davis mare took the lead, but
lost it At the end of the first quarter. Jim
held the lead the remainder of the mile by
hard work, The fourth heat was the most
interesting Of all. Jim came in ahead and
loud cheers and waving of hats. Jim was
declared winner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

About $50 pages Of DR.. Lapham's History
Of Paris are now in press, and the work when
completed vii! contain over 700 pages and
be- embellshed with about 20 plates and Illus
trAtion- II will be one of the most impor-
tant town histories Of the State.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

The orbit Of the new comet has been calcu-
la,ed. It. perihclion passage will occur Aug.
l7th. Its brightness increases slightly, but
il will not become visible to the naked eye.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

1-Remember the popular excursions by
steamer islander" every Tuesday and Fri
day to Boothhay, the Islands and Fort Pop
ham. Fare for the round trip only 81.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

A great mistake prevails when it is asser-
ted that consumption cannot be cured. Jad-
wins Pine Tar Syrup is a certain cure for it.
1t never fails. For sale by Allen & Co.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

And so must neuralgia and rheumatism,
when DR. Thomas Eclectric Oil attacks them,
This medicine is a marvellous product of in
genious thought. Buy it and try it,
Enthusiastically
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

Mr Hammond gives notice in the Journal
that hereafter no Sunday visitors will be
admitted 70 Hammond's Grove.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

The close time for plover expired yes
terday. Some Of our local sportsmen are
ont after the game TO day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

The Star Of the East lands at Fort Popham
each trip, and is doing quite business there.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

You may hurrah for Blaine and Lincoln
from now until election day and not get
hoarse if you will only use Jadwin's Pine
Tar Syrup. Eor sale by Allen and Co.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

Chapped hands, face, pimples, and rough
skin, cured by using JUMPER TAR SOAR, made
by CAswELL, HAZARD & Co., New York.
feb9tevTh&wey3dw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

The Mcclure divorce case will come up
before JGdge Whitehouse at the courthouse
today On continued hearing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

An inmate Of the Togus Home was found
dead one day this week, in a barn on the Gar
diner road.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

John Murphy will open the Central House
August 9TH.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01
Local Notices.
Hallowell

1-The fall term Of the Hallowell CLASH
cal and Scientific Academy, will open Tues
day, Aug. 10Th. For catalogues or further
information address the principal
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

The Catholic excursion TO Marsnacook
yesterday, was success. There were 200
excursionists from Augusta and 80 from
Hallowell.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01
The Chinese Must &c.

G6~Dressmaking and plain sewing done
at reasonable prices at No. los State street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

wish to give notice that after this date no visit
ors viii be admitted on Sunday to Hammond . Grove
by way Of the gate AZ my house.
l.. H. HAMMOND.
Manchester. July %, lss4. augidiw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01
Difo.
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In Augusta July 3lst, Mrs. Eliza S. Sager, aged
rs yrs. 5 months. Funeral at 3 O'Clock Saturday
Aug. ?, at the residence Of Mrs. 5. Hinckly, %
Pleasant st.
In Manche ster. Theadore Ripley, formerly of Hal
lowell. aged 50 years, II mos.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

old potatoes are out Of the market.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01
Admission, Gallery, 2sc, First Floor, S5e;
Reserved Seats, soc

For sale at the old and reliable Fuller drug store
Dr. Hawes' drug store, Hallowell; N. c. r. R sta
ton Richmond, and q; the Coliseum.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-08-01

Excursion trains leAye Augusta every evening at
O'Clock Halioweli, 7.o7. for half fare also, on Wed
nesday, Friday and saturday afternoons.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1884-01-19
WASHINGTON NOTES.

WASHINGTON Friday Jan. 1s, 1884.
THr COMMISSIONERS TO THE WORLDS FAIR.-The Priest
dent appointed the to thewords
Industrial Fair Oliver Gibbs and Samuel 4. Adams, to
represent the State OF Minnesota; William II. sebring
and William d. Chipey, to represent the state OF Forida
T. Pratt and j. J. Barclay, 10 represent the State OF
Alabama.
EX ORTs OF PROVISIONS AND TALow.-The value OF
the provisions taow and dairy products for the year
ended December 81 1898, Sl14 22S956 as against
S96.934, 423 for the previous year.
An ATTORNEY FOR TIM DIsTRTCT.-An the members
were present at the Cabinet meeting to-day One Of the
questions considered the selection OF United states
Attorney Tor the District OF Columbia nomination TO
that office will be made tomorrow providing the Senate
II IN session.
RATIoNs N THE NAvY.-Tte Naval Board on Rations
has addressed circular letter 10 the officers commanding
squadrons for expression OF their views
the subject OF ratiOns ID the Navy.
REPORT OF THE PaOTEUs COURT OF ISoUIgY.-The Sec
rotary OF War the report o. the Proeus Court
Inquiry but IL will not be made public for seNeral DAYS.
General Hazen, Lieutenant Cazare and Lieutenant Gar
u,on feel confident that the report will exonerate them
from all blame IN the uiatter
A FORESTRY EXHIBITION IN OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES
are being made for international Forestry Exhibition
to be held Leit scotland next july under the patron
age of Queen and large number OF noolemen and
civic officials,
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1884-01-19
NEw-ENGLAND ROAD. LITIGATION.

BosToN, Jan 1S.-Judge Nelson, of the
United States Circuit Court to-day opinion In the
suit OF Charles Mason OF Providence administrator OF
the estate of Earl f. Mason al the Boston Hartford
Providence and Fish Railroad and others, overruling
the pleas and defendants demurrer This was bill OF
revvor TO enforce len created By the states OF Rhode
Island and Connecticut certain preferred srook Issued
bv the Hartford Providence and Fshll Road In 1884,
IN which It was provided that the Holders OF the certd-
Gates OF stock could demand the value thereof on and
after April l. 1868. THIS bill was fled March 70, 1857
against the New-York and New-England Railroad ana
others which set up defence among other things that
It had expended about 900 In the Hartford Proyi
dence and Fshk Railroad since the conveyance OF that
road to the NewYork and New England Rairoan py thS
sssignees In bankruptcy on July 2s 1873 lbe opinion
fnds that this done with il understanding o. the
rights OF the holders OF stock IN said road, and the
provisions considered IN the deed OF conveyance ON March
H. 1881 in Rho Island, IN bill In equity brought ny
the plaintiff against the NewYork and New-Engiand 10
declare the conveyance OF the Hartford Providence and
Fishkl that road Unauthorized and void, the same
dismissed This decision will have but little elect
upon the present status Of the SeWiork and NeW-Ens
land Railroad.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1884-01-19
TESTIMONY FOR MR.. DINsMORE.
icy TELEGRAPH TO TILE TRIBUNE.


TRENTON, Jan. 1S.-The DinsmOre hearing
was resumed before Mr.. Ophant this morning. Docu-
mentary evidence IN the shape Of copies OF wenseven
judgments against the Philadelphia and Reading for
nearly 5000 900 In ALL standing unsatised in the Phila
dephia courts had been putin John Walker r transfer
clerk the Philadelphia and Reading office, identified
an extract from the records OF his books and that
added to documentary evidence In the Charles
f. Smith e1presdent OF the Reading testified to his
ownership ofcertaln bonds guaranteed by the Reading
upon which for four years Interest was not paid
IN full He Is the whose affidavit, attached 10
the bill in the case says that the Central lease will bank
uptlthe Reading
The principal witness wasrreasurer william o. Church.
OF the Reading. Tie examined for hour 10 the
securities Of the Reading their amount, rate OF interest
etc. His answers we're made from memorandulns OBJ
tanned from the printed reports OF the company the
most important question he could not answer az ALL
Finally Mr. Robson offered, II the counsel for Mr. Dns
more would prepare Orandum OF Just what nfOrma-
ton they wanted the matters Of record In the Read
ing Office, that they furnished with full
answer in writing In the shape OF extracts from those
records which could be put In evidence This offer wa:
accepted, and the taking OF testimony then adjourned
until Tuesday.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1884-01-19
BUFFALO,.
A FESTIVAL OF NATIONS-POLICE CENSUS
Personal.
fBY TELEGRAPH TO TIE TmBuNE.l

[BY TELEGRAPH TO THE TRiBuNEJ
BUFFALO, Jan. 1S.-An extensive fair for
the benefit OF the Young Mems Association to be
held at Music Hall early next month 1t viii have the form
OF festival Of nations and the occupants Of the many
booths will represent In costume almost every country
I'm the world Over three hundred adults and two nun
dred children will participate. The fair will be undert the
manag cement OF F. Pesse who has had large expert
ence similar enterprises and no expense viii be spared
to make II the most elaborate festival ever held in this
country.
The subject OF police OF the city has been agi
tated Of late but THO Mayor and Police Commissioners
Az not inclined to look fayorsbly at It,
The first rehearsal OF the festival chorus held this
week and there excellent prospect OF the formation
OF large body OF valuable singers over three hundred
names have already been registered.
FThe contract for the publication Of the CommoniCounc
proceedings was awarded this week The Times at the
rate OF twenty-five per thousand e and the other
newspapers have been figuring since 70 see where
tho profit ia likely 70 come in.
The report OF the Park Commissioners submitted to the
Common Council this week. shows that the amount apprO
pstcd last year was $40 300; OF which balance OF
seyenty-six cents Is left Largo additions made dur
ing the year TO the park lighthouses and many OF the
roadways were improved.
Matthew Arnold renamed in the city several days after
his Saturday evening, and was the recipient of
many social attentions.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1884-01-19
ALB.4NY.
THE WEST SHORE ROAD-TEMPERASCE RE-
FORM-POLITICS
LEY TELEGRAPH TO TIE TRIBUNE. !


ALBANY, Jan. 15.-lt is stated here on high
authority that February al the engineering corps Of
the shore road viii be dismissed. 10 make way for
corps.
conference OF prominent citizens held at the house
General Rathbone consider the excise Din drafted by
Judges Arnoux and Peabody. OF New-York. determined
20 cal meeting OF citizens interested In temper
reform next Wednesday evening The preliminary
discussion was devoted 10 the Roosevelt Excise bill
Senator Gilbert iated that unless the bin applied
whole State villages and ALL would oppose Il In the
Senate Sir. Roosevelt Il willing TO incorporate this
amendment but not decided concerning the practice
by Of the amendment restricting the number Of liquor
shops 70 one in every 300 Of population.
The semi-annual meeting the trustees Of Union Col
lege viii be held in this city Tuesday afternoon Dr.
POtter has given indication whether he means finally
Ia resign president OF Union College aad accept the
presidency OF Hobart His friends In this city have
strongly al yised hn TO do The trustees II Il report
ed, win consider form OF the Uu01 College dill,
supers edng the state officers er1riO trustees with
additional alumni trustees The Dill 10 De amended By
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1884-01-19
LOSSES IN SEVERAL PLACES.

PROVIDENCE, Jan. 1S.-The cause OF the fro
in the Vaughan Building is stu nexplaned The build
ing valued at 80 600 to $4,000. The loss
$4,000; insurance, 100000 The various tenants
suffered losses amounting to $4,000, with partial in
suTance.
ST. LOUIS, Jan. 1s-The Opera House at Washington.
Kan. owned by Ed. Knowles and valued at $4,000.
destroyed by fire early yesterday morning Insured
for Sl3 600 The store occupied by c. p Little IN the
building, also burned causing loss OfS24000,
insurance, $4,000.
was burned last night together with Its contents The
loss is between $1,000 and $4,000; covered by n-
suTance
KANKAKEE, H., Jan ls.-The general Offices OF ths
Indiana, Illinois and Iowa Railroad Company were burned
last night, destroying all the companys papers and
counts. The loss outside OF these only $1,000.