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The Portland daily press., 1884-02-04
New Publications..

NV here Did Life Begin?" the inquiry pro-
posed by Mr.. G. Hilton Scribner, is answered
in an essay which we commend to intelligent
and thoughtful readers. They, and only they,
will be interested in this little volume The
appearance of SO many works Of this class is aa
encouraging sign Of mental activity and fruit
fulness. Assuming that the whole earth was
once in a molten state, from which it gradu-
ally cooled and crystallized into its present
condition, the sRthor shows that this cooling
must have begun ia the Arctic zone, extend
ing southwark, thence to the Temperate zone,
and then to the Torrid zone. AS the crust
cooled the conditions favorable to life were
found first in the Arctic circle, and there
plants aud animals had their original cradle
or home. Physical Geography conforms to
this view, and maintains the theory of slow
migration of our fora and fauna from the now
frozen North. The subject may seem dry
one, bat as discussed by Mr.. Hilton it assumes
a fascinating aspect, and the reading of his
dissertation will prove suggestive, and can
scarcely fail TO incite the inquisitive mind to
further and Taller researches. Studies of this
kind are becoming more common, and they
are certainly more profitable, than many 9th
ers which have had their day and should now
be buried out of sight.
The Portland daily press., 1884-02-04

ly worked together in close alliance for a
common cause. They may have been near
" equal in sincerity and correctness of con-
viction, but Garrison was the wiser and safer
engineer. He organized the anti-slavery agi-
tation and directed it, Wendell Phil
lips was its great orator. Whoever has heard
him at his best win never expect to hear his
equal. He will never hear eloquence or ora
tors discussed without recalling that form of
nobleness and calm dignity, that bearing of
classic repose. that musical voice which was
never strained and never indistinct. that
marvellous rhetoric which, whether it nour-
ished prejudices or blasted them, was en-
thrasing entsancing.
The Portland daily press., 1884-02-04

The patience of the Kelley motor stock
holders passes all understanding. Mr..
Keeley has just notified them that the motor
which was advertised to move without fail
the last of January will not start until the
last of February. This is about the thou
sandth postponement; but still the stock
holders profess to be sanguIne that they will
not be deceived again. They might as well
count that money lost and give their atten-
ton TO other matters,
The Portland daily press., 1884-02-04

George G. Min, once a preacher, now an
actor, who has been playing with much sue
cess in Ohio, having been assailed in the
newspapers by Rev. Mr.. Pierce, Methodist
minister, has invited the latter to visit his
performances and see if he can discover any
immortality. He also challenges him to a
public discussion. Mr. Pierce will accept
1t is safe to say that Mr.. Min viii get free
advertising enough out of this debate to
crowd hispeTformances for long time to
S.eo@e, but whether anybody's opinion win
be changed is another question,
The Portland daily press., 1884-02-04

lessons on the Human Body is the title of
treatise on Physiology and Hygiene. Its au-
thor, Mr.. Brands, is practical teacher in
New Jersey, and in this brief treatise he aims at
conciseness and clesrness. The leading topics
are the skeleton, digestion, the circulation of
the blood, our breathing apparatus, the mus
cles, the brain and nerves, eye, ear and skin.
All these subjects are expounded in plain Lam
guage, and much valuable truth is taught
concerning them. The nature and effects of
alcohol are also explained and enforced in CO.
gent terms, making it good book for the
young.
The Portland daily press., 1884-02-04

BY the use Of Liquid Food the same re-
suits can be obtained as are obtained in the
Free Hospital of seventy beds supported by
the Murdoch Liquid Food Company, Bos-
ton. This is confirmed by the following
testimonials, received from the Wholesale
Druggists of the United States:
The Portland daily press., 1884-02-04
T HE p r e s s.
MONDAY MORNING, FEB. 4.

We do not read anonymous letters and communi
cations. The name and address of the writer are in
all cases indispensable not necessarily for publica
ton but as guarantee OF good faith.
We cannot undertake to return or preserve com
munications that are not used.
The Portland daily press., 1884-02-04

The New York Legislature seems to have
taken hold Of the liquor business in dead
earnest. Two measures have already been
introduced to suppress the traffic. Mr..
Rooseyelt's high licence bill, and bill mod
elled after the Scott law of Ohio. There is
evidently strong desire on the part of a
majority of the legislature to adopt some
new restrictive legislation. There is dan
ger, however, that dispute over measures
may result in the defeat of the wishes of the
The Portland daily press., 1884-02-04
young.

"a Day With Socrates" is the appropriate
and expressive sitle given to publication OF
two Dialogues which embody some of the fn-
est thoughts of Socrates as interpreted by his
immortal pupil, the incompatible Plato. Pro
tagoras and the Republic are introduced to the
reader by an explanatory preface and accom-.
panied by copious notes. An attentive peru
sal of this volume cannot fail to give the read
or on insight into the leading principles of the
Platonic philosophy. of which Socrates was
the inspiring genius. Plato stands at the head
of all philosophers as an acute diaIecticiar
aud literary artist.
The Portland daily press., 1884-02-04

Vennors snow storm was due yesterday.
Of course it did not come. Nobody expect
ed it would. If he were sensible he would
initiate Wiggin and retire from public view
as a guesser.
The Portland daily press., 1884-02-04
Books Received.

A Day with Socrates. T'ranslations from the Pro-
tagoras and The Republic of Plato. New York:
Charles Scribners Sons.
Lessons on The Human Body An Elementary
Treatise on PIN siology and Hygiene. Boston:
Lead, Shewell & Sauborn.
Where Did Life Begin? a Monograph by G Will
ton SsribEer. New York: Charles Scribner's
Sons.
The Portland daily press., 1884-02-04

Lunches for the mourners at Representa-
tive Haskelrs funeral cost S2l0. Evidently
their grief did not seriously effect their APP
netitps
The Portland daily press., 1884-02-04

Prince Napoleon thinks the time has come
for the Bonapaltists to assert themselves.
BE will speedily find that the time has long
gone by. The star of the Bouapartes set at
Sedan
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CoPARTNERsaIP NOTICE
Dissolution.

NOTICE is hereby given that the firm Of CUSH-
IN ING & JOYCE is this day dissolved by mu-
tual consent
The business of the late firm will be settled by
either of the undersigned at No. 10 Portland Pier.
EMERY CUSHING,
H. B. JOYCE.
Portland, Feb. LIST, 1884.
feb2 Al re
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YE1HE undersigned have this day formed a Copart-
y nership under the firm name of j. S. YORK g.
SON, for the purpose of carrying on the Sail Max
ing business, at the old stand of YORK, WAITE
& CO., No. Central Wharf. j.. S. YORK,
FRED H. YORK.
Portland, January "a, 1884. jan25d2w~
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FOR SALE.
For Sale.

For Sale.
Sch. Railroad, 36 $1,000 tons new
bailt in 1872. w. s. JOR-
DAN & CO., IO2 Commercial st.
1NE
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Partnership Notice.


flames Fl. DYER is member of our firm fror
~ January LIST, 1884. S. c. DYER & co.
febl dive
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pigs for Sale

YORKSHIRE and CHESTER WHITES; thor
4 oughbreds and grades; all sizes at reasonable
prices. W. b. WHITTIER, Laudholm Farm, New
ton Mass. jan22dlm
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TIE MAINE RON-FORFEITURE LAW.
The Union Mutual Reserve Dividend Plan

This is an endowment at 85, issued at regular
rates. Ehe reserve dividend period is 10 or 20
years. At the expiration of this. period, provided
all the premiums have been regularly paid, the in
sured may have either of the following options:-
He may withdraw in cash the entire reSeTUe on his
policy eCsth his share Of the surplus reserved to the
policies issued upon the plan during the
serve dividend period
IN cash the amount of surplus which has been credit
ed to his policy.
He may If isurable convert the cash gagle Of the
policy into futIy paid up insurance.
He may convert this vatue into a life-annaity.
He may cocert the surplus apportioned to his pol
icy into annuity to be applied to the payment of
all fature premiums.
He may receioe the amount Of the policy whenever
the reserve on policy and accumulated dividends
equals that sum.
The reserve-diyidend policies are entitled to the
benefits of the Maine Nom Forfeiture Logo. They
contain restrictions achGteUer upon tCet and
tdence. After three years they unrestricted in
respect to occupation and inc ntestable. They are
entitled to no dividends in of lapse or death
prior to the expiration of the reserve-diyidend PEI
Rod.
This plan is fully and clearly described in tho
Company's publications, which will be furnished
upon application to the home Office, any of its
agencies. 1t will be found, upon examination that
it possesses especially advantageous features, and
all desirable forms Of insurance, being partic
ulary adapted to meet the precise wants of the in
dividual insurer.
aF- In the hands active, energetic, Industrious
agents. therefore, it cannot fail to be prod ctise of
large and profitable business.
The Company is ready to negotiate with, and will
make liberal contracts for good territory with,
agents who will theoretically Push for Rusi-
mess.
j. =. FERRIS
Manager for Maine & N. Fl. Agencies,
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LYCEVTY THEATRE
Portland Roller Skating Rink.

Open every Afternoon snd Evening. Mus
ic in the evening by Chandler. Sessions
from 2 to 4.3O snd 7.45 TO 1915. Juven-
lie assembly every Saturday Afternoon.
The elevator will run from $50 to $50
every evening. None but the celebrated
WinslOw skate used at this rink. The
management reserve the right to refuse
admission and skstes to all Objectionable
persons.
GEO. Il. WHITNEY, Manager.
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PURE MELK

My facilities for furnishing this rticle are
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trial The fact that large number of leading
citizens are my customers and have been since
entered the business should DO sufficient recon-
mendation. Address V. II. SOULE,
jan16eodtf Woodford's.
The Portland daily press., 1884-02-04

Having decided 80 positively close out
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MANUFACTURE
These are all OF my own manufacture
and can warrant tnem the hest style
and choices goods in the market in
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4SS Washington St., up one flight,
nearly opposite Temple Place,
Boston.
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ter which contains The makes of number of the Best Diaries
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situation Wanted.

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TO LET.
TO LET.

CsTORES in the Thompson block, Nos. lit. 119
- l2l and 123 Middle street. q few doors below
the post Office; fitted suitable for wholesale retail
business with light, Finished airy Easements. Rent
reasonable. Inquire of H, E. THOMPSON, No. 1874
Bracket street, Portland, Me. ian14dtf
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1884-12-18

while coupling cars, Sl5, 900 damages. The
road thus heavily assessed Is the Calves.
ton, Harrisburg 4 San Antonio.
The London Daily Musthinks the word
"perhaps'' Is tho fayorite beginning Of
sentences and remarks In Boston.
Peach and Japan Plum trees continue
to bloom at Green Cove Springs, Fla. SO
do big mouthed alligators.
There Is u band OF elk IN the Monaghan
mountains OF Now Mexico which many
hunters have tried In vain to capture.
"1'lc Working Girls Vacation Society
Is n now charitable society In New York,
whose name, at least, is suggestive oil
needed good works.
Salinas, Cal, Is troubled by u plague o.
frogs. They hop In at open doors and
windows, and nro n nuisance and terror "a
nervous honsekcepers.
The red sunsets have again made their
appearance in San Francisco, md are In
terpreted by some ns the reflection OF the
war cloud waited from China.
The Chinese have introduced opium
smoking among the Indians OF British
Columbia, and 1t Is said they are morei in
falua.ed with the drug than the Chinese
Tho term cut glass is incorrect. Glas!
cannot DO cut, not even by the diamond
The diamond cracks it and enables ono tt
break It. What Is ordinarily called Gu
glass Is really ground glass.
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An EASTERN LEGEND.
The Story OF Alexander Mt the Gates OF

Tho Story OF Alexander ut the Gates OF
Paradise.
All he Ytdr Round.
When Alexander the Great conquered
The world, and penetrated into tho remote
regions OF India, he heard Of Paradise,
and determined 10 sutdue that also. He
was told that the River Hithcbcl Led to it,
and Immediately ordered q fleet 10 DO
equipped to carry his troops thithcr, but
despatched Il few vessels to procure infor.
nation. When they reached tho Garden
Of! Paradise his people found the gate
shut and before 1t an aged keeper OF pecu-
liar appearance and with IN extraordinary
beard, whomthey commanded 10 open tho
gates instantly for their master, rs no was
not far behind them. The hoary keeper
smiled, md said he burst not admit him
unless he could find means 10 weigh down
n feather, which he herewith sent, when
placed in the balance.
The messenger was astonished, for he
could not conceive how u small feather
since It was only n light and downy thing
could have weight, and concluded that
the maj was jecring him. IIc neverthe-
less went and delivered tho message.
Alexander directed a balance to be
brought, md Il appeared that all the wood
and stone and silver and gold that could
be laid in tho scale was not sufficient tc
counterpolse the little feather, which
made everything that was brought Ay
quickly up, us though tho g%resteat weight
had been put down. Alexander, astonish.
cd at this magical effect, sent once more ia
inquire what was:the meaning Of it. The
man graaely answered that tho feather
signitled Alexandcr's cupidity and am.
bition, which were rs light rs down, and
yet SO heavy that nothing could counter
balance them; but hc would tell him how
the feather might be outwcighed. "Let,'
said he, "a handful OF earth DO laid upon
it, ind 1t will ut once lose its extraordinar,
power" Alexander preccived the mean
ing and was deeply detected. Soon after
wards he died in Babylon, without havinl
seen Paradise.
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Had For tho WiU.Isrcnkcrs.

The second item in tho voluminous will
OF the late Reuben r. Springer, OF Gin
cinnati, shows his anxiety to dispose OF
his property in his own way and to pre-
vent one OF those disgracciul legal con-
tests which so often follow the death OF
rich men. The professional will-breakers
will look with dismay on IN instrument
guarded us Mr.. Springer has provided in
his will.
lIo directs that any dispute or differ
cnces Of opinion among tho parties inter.
csted shall be decided by his executors,
or a majority Of them, and their decision
is to be binding upon al parties. It would
be too much to say that the ingenuity OF
cunning LAWYERS could not find q way to
upset this provision OF the will, or at least
to.involve the whole estate in costly litiga-
ton. Tho very fact OF his effort TO dc.
priye them OF fat pickings might be to
them conclusive proof that tho t~estator
was Of unsound mind and therefore in
capable OF makinga will.
However this may be, Mr.. Springer has
sought to profit byobservation, ard he has
set n good example to other men Of estate
with the certainty Of death before their
eyes. All men ought to band together to
abolish the w%ill-brcaker. 1t lisa duty they
owe to society anda legacy they may leave
to all mankind.
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Husband md WIfp,

A physician OF Youngstown sues for di'
vorceirom his wife. The names OF sundry
persons are connected with the defense,
and the gossips of the town are agog. The
husband bears himself so well, and shows
to such advantage tho kindly side Of
human nature, that what he says is worth
reproducing:
cannotfnditinmy hcarttospeak harsh.
~ Of my wife, though knowing full well OF
all that she las been guilty. For many
years my home wis n happy one and my
house n model OF neatness through the
watchful care OF my wife. Her love for
the admiration OF men finally proved her
ruin. / have borne it all, hoping against
hope, and willing that the past should be
buried in oblivion and only her virtues re-
membered, ii she would again be true to
me. Believing that for me domestic hap.
piness WITS at an end, and for tho sake OF
my children, | took the only course left
open and applied for a divorce. AL that
I desire is to obtain Il legal separation and
the custody OF my son. Ill can DO this
without bringing misery to other homes |
shall be content, as | do not desire that
others should suffer as ! have done. The
case is commenced and it must be settled
in the courts.
There is heroism in the na:uroof 4 main
who can take this calm and charitable
view OF his wrong. The stand he takesis
no indication OF q lack OF courage. It
shows rather q highly refined nature
which in the hour OF danger would stand
like granite or cut like steel.
His wifc's ionduess OF admiration, he
says, was the rock upon which his
happiness was split. This weakness has
wrecked many Il happy homo and will
wreck many more. There are wifes who,
intending no harm, court admiration for
tho mere sake OF the passing triumph.
Sometimes they escape without serious
injury. except in the good opinion OF
thoughtful people. Often there is Il dead
ly wound. Always there is danger.
The wife who is not content to com
mand the admiration OF her husband sows
tares. She will be very fortunate ii she
be not called to reap the harvest 0 fsorrow
and disgrace.
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Chased by %nSQuirrel.

Messrs. G. E. Chipsteae, J. II. Taylor, ].
T. Mcdaniel and J. W. Strickland, OF
Blakely, paid Fort Gaines a visit Sunday
last. When within a short distance OF
town Messrs. Mcdaniel and Strickland
discovered a young squirrel neara branch.
Mac got out OF the buggy and walked near
the little fellow, with the intention OF
capturing him, and when within q few
feet OF him stopped for a moment, when
the squirrel ran to him and climbed upon
his shoulder. Mac without molestine
him Got into the buggy again. Becoming
frightened the squirrel jumped to the
ground and ran up a tree, and when Mac
got out and held his hand against it, he
came down the tree and climbed to his
former position on his shoulder. To make
sure Of him this time, Mr.. S%trickland's aid
was called in, and bunny" made a priso.
ner. lie was brought TO town, where
quite q number OF our citizens had the
pleasure OF, seeing him. The boys led
him on nuts, which he ate from their
hands without the least timidity.
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BREAKFAST BUDGET.

A young lady Gathers and shaves EN-"
at Seattle, W.T..
The price OF labor is being generally re-
duccd throughout Utah.
A company OF Scotch capitalists have
invested $500, 900 in mining landsin White
county, Ga.
Camphor trees arc growing thrifty at
Quincy, Fla. Tho plants were obtained
from Washington.
Skin grating has been proposed rs a
means OF securinga new crop OF hair on a
sterile scalp.
Anew Haven, Conn.,, man pawned his
his false teeth for aquarter recently to buy
a theatre ticket.
A saloon at L.oredo, Tex, recently re-
ceived q turtle measuring 81 inches by O.
feet and weighing $50 pounds.
Ajury at Fort Worth, Tex, has given a
brakeman who had his hand crushed
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i. How Onlce Seekers nre Endorsed.


In the course OF tho investigation Of al.
legged Treasury frauds, set on 1901 u. INC
instance OF ono Barker, formerly oil Kan
sas, several matters OF interest have been
developed. Barker appears TO have been
10 unsavory a fellow that people VINO
knew him in Kansas were glad 10 get nun
out Of that State and help him mo a NV.
Ing ut government expense. inns IL not
tho tlrst instance in which pubic o'1ice
has been used as a sort Of reform SCHOOL
Tor scoundrels.
But there is another feature brought
out In the testimony OF Ex-Governor ofa"'
ford, OF Kansas. He was tes'i'ylhe 10
Barkcr's bad reputation when l@rker
confronted him with Il letter TO inc secfe-
tary OF the Interior recommending nm
for Il place in the iaseh1 o'''cc. ny eA'
Governor explained 'hat nc aiu Inns LOT
the benefit OF the mans iaui''y a"a 10
give him Il chance 10 fesofm' anu ofc"
this fine DISTINCTION: STU you were u
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Stop That CouSli

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Scores and hundreds Of grateful people
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Lung Balsam, and no family will ever be
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Saratoga High Rock Spring Water for sale
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Co., Bridgeport, Ohio. Daw