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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

The mavor and board of aldermen held
their regular monthly meeting Friday eve
ming But small amount of business came
before the board The following orders were
passed That Ruel Glidden be authorized to
occupy twelve feet of the east side of Chapel
Street in front of the lot next north of his
residence for purpose of placing material for
building purposes, for sixty days, commenc
ing on the Sth day of September Inst; that
the committee on police be authorized
to purchase suitable stove for the lookup
on Water St if in their judgement they find
such action necessary. A petition was
'received and referred to the committee on
streets, for a sidewalk on the south side of
Bridge st. extending from Chestnut westerly
TO the west end of said Bridge Street. Roll
OF accounts No. 6, amounting to S2,355.4S
was passed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08
AT LARGE

The forest trees of Maine have been suffer
ing this season from the depredations of in,
sects. Hackmatack trees have been denuded
of their foliage, and although again leafing
out fears are expressed in some sections that
this second crop of leaves will also fall prey
to the hunger of their insect enemies. Ar
insect is damaging maple trees in many places
The ballasting on the Bangor and Piscata.
quis Railroad is nearly completed. One crew
has been taken off recently, leaving but one
party at work at present. The freight train
will soon begin to run through to Mooshead
thus being in season to take the winter lum
bering crews's supplies to the lake. Thu
travel on the road at present is very large.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08
city Personals.

Mr.Walker Blaine has returned to Augusta.
Judge Andrews spent the Sabbath at the
islands.
Mr. Thomas Sherman and family went to
bucksport Saturday.
Geo. Davies has reached his home here,
on his return from the West.
Hon. Geo. B Sawyer of wiscasset, was
an the city Saturday. on court business.
Mr. Blaine spent the Sabbath at Bar Har
0or' leaving Augusta Saturday afternoon,
and returning last night
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08
From E. j. Roberts. d. ID. S.

AUGUSTA, Jan. 70, 1888.
DR.. +. w. KINsMAN: | am not a believer
in patent medicines" generally, and so ap-
ply to the physician when sick. I had a
hacking cough for weeks, and failed in get
ting relief. l wish to offer you an unsolici-
ted testimonial in favor of yonr Adamson's
Botonic Cough Balsam, as one "trial bottle
cured me, and three times since have found
quick remedy in using your valuable medi-
cine. Sept2+&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

Mr. James NJ. Tracy of Boston, the we'll
known instructor on the piano, has recon-
mended Miss Flora Cochrane as follows :
at gives me great pleasure in saying
Miss Flora Cochrane has been a pupil of
mine, and consider her one of my best
competent to instruct thoroughly well any
who may be so fortunate as to secure her
services"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

One evening last week third attempt was
made to wreck the evening train from the
. west that reaches here at O'Clock p, M, at
point in Farmingdale. Mr.. Charles Barker,
who lives near the track. had been over the
river on an errand, and on returning just be-
fore the train was due. discovered railroad
tie directly across one of the rails. Mr. Bar
kcr removed the tie and reported the circum-
stance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

Graduate of the New England Conservatory
Boston, will give instruction in Piano and
vocal lessons at the Hallowell Classical Acad-
emy; ~ lessons for Sl2-one lesson eek
"a lessons for Sls-two lessons a week; 60
lessons for sls-daily, Is minutes each.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

Young man visiting in the city boarded
a train at the station, SATURDAY.. with the
intention of going to Gardiner. 1t was the
wrong train and he was carried to Riverside,
where he alighted and returned to the city at
the first opportunity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08
tHarrtfn.

At Beans Corner. Sunday, Aug. 3lst, by Rev. C.
W. burlington, Mr.. Alex. H. Luce to Miss May A.
Taylor, both of Jay.
In Skowhegan, Aug. Goth. by A. J. Racklid, Mr..
Coney ID. Weston of Athens, to Miss Nellie N. Bus
sell of Cornvile.
In Fairfield, Sept. 4th, by Rev. R. II. Aldrich, Mr..
l.. Parkman of Portland to Miss Louisa n. Pratt of
Fairfield.
In Gardiner, 4th inst, by Rev. J. Luce, Frank J..
Palmer of New Hampton, n. H., to Mary A. Saw
telle, only daughter of j. X. Sawtelle Esq.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08
Entertainnents.

The great success. "The Silver King"
will be presented in Granite Hall this even.
ing and is dramatic event of no ordinary
Importance. Wherever this splendid drama
mas appeared the delighted people have
gathered in crowds and yielded to its seduc-
uohs' 1t will be presented here by Temp
Ains Hills Original Boston Theatre ORA
"Stie Company. The scenic effects are
something wonderful and the artist, carpenter,
machinest and costumer have used their
greatest efforts. During the acts the election
returns will be read from the stage.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08
Business Notices.
Miss Agnes Leayitt

E~Will give instruction in oils, water col.
ors, china, pastel crayon and charcoal, SIS
for "a lessons, and drawing with pencil either
from copy model or in perspective, SIS for "a
lessons, at the Hallowell Classical Academy.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

Union services were held in the Congrega-
tional Church. last evening in the interest of
prohbitory amendment. There was a very
large attendance and powerful speaking.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

H@Remember the popular excursions by
steamer islander" every Tuesday and Fri
day to Boothbay, 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, 1884-09-08
Tired Languid Dull

Exactly expresses the condition of thousands
of people at this season. The Oppressive eff.
fects of warm weather, and the weak cond-
ton of the body can only be corrected by the
use of a reliable tenic and blood purifier like
Hoods Sarsaparlla Why suffer longer
when a remedy is 50 close at hand? Take
Hoods Sarsaparills now. 1t will give you
untold wealth in health. strength, land energy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

Bailey of Portland, who were present at the
trots at Maplewood Park on Wednesday.
were profuse in their words of admiration
for the location, arrangements. and splendid
fair grounds, and say they are not excelled
anywhere.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

Mr.. Ossian Pillsbury, who has been in the
city the past week is now located at Chics-
go, as the General Western Agent for p.
Lorllard, the wealthiest and heaviest dealer
in tobacco in the country. Mr.. Pillsbury
had only been IN the West three years when
he was selected by the Lorillards for their
agent, which is very complimentary to him
and to his abilities sf \ selling agent.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08
Local Notices.

No. POLITICAL. Campaign Banners,
Flags, Suits, Capes, Caps, Helmets, Shirts,
Torches; everything in campaign outfits.
Send for illustrated circular to Campaign
Mfg. Co., 10 Barclay Street. New York.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

S. S Vose and Son of Wsterville, have
lust taken some excellent views of the
residence of Hon. Jas. g. Blaine. at Augns-
ia One is view directly from State street,
while the other is from the direction of the
State House, and shows Mr.. Blaine standing
near the front door.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

Mr.. Freeman Barker has unfurled Blaine
and Logan flag at his residence 26xl6 feet.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

The game of polo at Hallowell, Friday
night, between the Alphas and Independents,
was won by the latter. Score 2 to 3. The
former team meet with some difficulty in
finding suitable place to practice in.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

The democrats have nominated James f
Fuller and Lemuel B. Fowler for representa-
tives 10 the legislature.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

The pleasure steamer Wiwurna brought 300
excursionists to Augusta from Rockland and
Boothbay Saturday. They arrived at 3.15
o'clock, departing at 4.30. large number
visited the State House and Mr.. Blane's res
ilence.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

Two operators will be added to the regular
force at the telegraph Office tonight.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

team took start on Commercial ST.,
Saturday afternoon, but was captured before
any damage was done.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

Tickets for the Silver King are for ale a
.be music store Of C. c. Hunt.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

Rain fell at intervals last evening. 1t is
10 be hoped that fair weather will prevail
today.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

The fall term of the Dirigo Commercial
College commences Sept, 18th.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

A seal was seen in the river, just below
the city, Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

A great mistake prevails when it is ssser-
ted that consumption cannot be cured. Jad-
wins Pine Tar Syrup is 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, 1884-09-08
"Reugh on Pain"

Cures collie, cramps diarrhea; externally
for aches pains, sprains, headache, neural
gia, rheumatism. For man or beast. 90 and
soc
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

The Sunday Herald and Globe trains were
discontinued yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08
PENoBSCo.
WALDO.

On the Goth of May last, L. l.. Howard,
of Montville, committed suicide, and it was
alleged that the act was caused by financial
difficulties arising from business relations
with Rev. S. o. Written. The First Bap-
fist church in Palermo finally called coun-
Gil to investigate the matter. The committee
have made an investigation and the Belfast
Journal prints their report indicating Rev.
Mr.. Written, but the Journal thinks the
matter is not yet ended but is likely to re-
suit in furthur controversy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

John Hersom got into difficulty Saturday
morning through too free indulgence in fire
water. He was fined in the Municipal Court.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

There will be abou. so ladies at the polls
to-day to work for the prohibitory amend
ment. Among those will be Mrs. Quinby and
Mrs. o. williamson.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08
Hon. J. p. Pitkin of Louisiana
Speaks EIoquentIy.
The Blaine and Logan Organ.
iZatiOns do Escort DUTY.

The republicans of Augusta held their final
rally Of the campaign at Granite Hall, Satur-
day evening, and closed up their ranks in
preparation for the contest and victory at the
polls today. The enthuasm was greater if
possible than at the previous two meetings,
and If coming events cast their shadows
before, it can truthfully be Esaid that Sat.
urday nights meeting was a certain augury
of coming republican triumph. 3The hall was
densely packed. At o'clock the speakers
arrived, being escorted by the Blaine and
Logan organizations. Ex-Gov. Selden Con-
nor advanced to the stand, after all had be-
come seated, and announced that Hon. Arson
Z. Morrill,, the cherished brother of the la
mented Lot NJ. Morrill, would preside. Mr..
Morrill, on taking the chair was vigorously
cheered and made the following fortible re-
marks:
Fellow citizens-I thank you for the honor
of the position you have assigned ME this
evening. have taken an active part in a
greater numberlof state and national elections
than falls to the lot of most men. But no
election during the last fifty years has ap-
peared more important to me than the one
now at hand. We have in Governor Robbie
most excellent candidate and his election
next Monday by large majority would be a
matter of course were not a presidential
election to be held in November. Maine had
the high honor at the great republican con-
vention, at Chicago, of having her disting-
uished citizen, James G. Blaine, selected as
the standard bearer of the party there assem-
bled, of which he had long been an honored
member. This position, unsolicited by the
candidate, as | have reason to know, has
brought down upon him the vilest ISLANDERS
from opponents, that have ever disgraced
political parties in the worst party times. But
| have great confidence, fellow citizens, that
the people of this nation are too intelligent
and just to permit SANDER and vituperation
to cut down the man who has been wisely
nominated tor the highest office within their
gift. | tier, fore predict that James G..
Blaine, il he lives, viii be elected president
November next; thai his administration will
be able prudent brilliant and highly salts
factory to the American people. Our oppon.
ents say that "a vote for ROBBIE is a vote for
Blaine" True, fellow citizens, and let us
bear that in mind, and on Monday next we
will give Gov. ROBBIE a vote that if counted
for our distinguished townsman shall speak
lauder than words that where best known he is
most honored and beloved. Applause.
On closing, Hon. VIM. Cumback of
Indiana was introduced He eloquently ad
dressed the audience. holding their close at
tention Mr., Cumbuck said
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08
State News.
kEyNEBEC.


We learn that there are several cases of
diptheria at Benton Falls.
We are sorry to learn that Capt. ]. d.
Maxfield, formerly editor and proprietor of
the Waterville Sentinel, is in a very preca-
rious condition.
The fall term at Colby University opened
Thursday. Sept. 4th. The students are re
turning slowly many staying away till after
election, and others only coming to return
for that event. The freshman class will not
number over So probably. The upper classes
have met with some losses, IS losing one
member, and SO several. The sophomores
have received some additions. Politics are
running high here in spite Of of the fact that
all have but just go. here. The Blaine aud
Logan club have ordered uniforms, to con-
sist of bronze capes and caps, with torches
A campaign Glee Club is TO be recognized
Immediately in connection with the compa-
ny, to consist of twelve voices.
KNOX.
The Free Press SAYS President Arthur
has sent a gold watch and chain to Captain
Brien, commander of the barkentiue, Susan,
IN recognition of his bravery in rescuing the
officers and crew of the schooner Tennessee
Captain Phlbrook of Rockland, while that
vessel was burning at sea.
OXFORD.
The fOllowinf representative nominations
have been made in Oxford county: republi,
cans, Geo. E. Brown, Milton Plantation :;
VIM. w. Whitmarsn, Norway; Charles III.
Gilbert, Canton: w. H. Walker, Peru:
Jonathan Bartlett, Stonenham; Clayton NJ.
Stearns, Lowell. Democrats: VIM A
rockingham, Paris; VIM E. Skillings,
Bethel. The Waterford district has not
reported any candidate yet. That district is
strongly democratic. In the others the
republicans will elect their candidates.
PENoBsCoT.
The Coburn Cadets of the Maine State
College have received and accepted an invita-
ton to visit the Maine State Fair at Lewiston
This will be the fourth year Of the encamp-
ment of the Cadets at Lewiston, where they
have always made fine appearance.
Entries for the Eastern Maine State Fair of
poultry, vegetables and machinery, as well as
of all articles that are TO be exhibited in the
halls during the Fair, will not be closed until
the Fair is opened.
Tuesday morning DIR. Walter II. Mason and
Miss Fannie NJ. Jewell, both of Hampden,
were united in marriage at the residence of
the brides parents. The bride is the daughter
of ID. S. Jewell Esq, and has for some time
occupied a responsible position as teacher in
the public schools in Hampden. Dr. Mason
Is one of the active young men of the town.
WALDO.
On the Goth of May last, L. l.. Howard,
of Montville, committed suicide, and it was
alleged that the act was caused by financial
difficulties arising from business relations
with Rev. S. o. Written. The First Bap-
fist church in Palermo finally called a coun-
Gil to investigate the matter The committee
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-09-08

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Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1884-12-19
AFTER MANY DAYS.
A Soldiers Wife Awarded Back Pension
Amounting to $40. OnO.

A Soldiers Wife Awarded Back Pension
Amounting to $4,000.
Mrs. Ida Fr9lyth of Chicago has received
this welcome news that her claim for pension
on behalf OF her husband had been allowed,
and that she would receive So 900 pension
and $72 a month hereafter. She came there
from New Orleans, her family consisting of
several small children. Her husband was de-
mented, on account, rs alleged, of injuries and
exposure while a soldier in a Louisiana reg-
ment. They were very poor, but she managed
by hard work, to keep all under one roof until
1868, when she was obliged to ask the county
au horities to take charge of her husband, as
he was incurably insane. She was appointed
conservator for him, and over ten years ago
applied for pension She had no difficulty in
showing his condition after his arrival ut Chicago
but was without means to send to New Orleans
to get the testimony of men who served in the
army with HIM. She was unable to write
English, so she wrote in German to those who
had known her husband and herself in New
Orleans, and at last succeeded in making a
prima tacie case The papers were then turned
over to Gen. Stibbs, supervisor examiner of
pensions in the district, and he completed the
evidence which settled her claim beyond ques-
ton.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1884-12-19
PLUMBER FROM A CAVE.
Stolen Goods Found i'm a Hiding Place
of the BuZLard Gang.

Stolen Goods Found i'm a Hiding Place
of the BuZLard Gang.
A posse of about "a men left Bowmansville,
Pa, the other morning, for the Welsh noun
tain, in order, if possible, TO capture some of
the Buzzard gang. Tho posse, after travelling
some six miles, came across an old house, stu
ated in the middle of meadow. Upon enter
ing, nothing could be seen but an opening in
the ground, three or four feet wide. Lamps
were obtained, and several of the posse volun-
teered to explore the eXolvat on. After crawl
ing on their hands and knees for nearly 200
feet, they came upon a place resembling a
cave. Here they found lot of old wood, rags
and iron. Some wooden boxes were subse-
quently noticed in one corner of the chamber,
and these having been broken open the posse
discovered so silver Watches watch chains,
silks, satins, cassimeres, boots, Shoes slippers,
dry goods, and lot of other articles All
these goods had been stolen by the Buzzard
gang and concealed in this cave. The plumber
was loaded upon u wagon and conveyed to
BowmanSYlle.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1884-12-19
FLOWER MEDICINE COMFY,
Onnce. 17ea Wa ellington St., Boston, Mass.
READ The EVIDENCE
Which will Remove all Your Doubts-Valua
bic SuggestiOns-AG Good Inyestment-On'
that Yields " An Hundred Fold.o

Everything claiming the power to do good
should be from reputable source, otherwise
it is open to suspicion. DR.. David Kennedy
of Rondout, N. Y, affirms that his medicine
"Kennedy's Favorite Remedy" is the best
article of its kind ever produced. Hence it is
only just to the public chat he refer to his
record as physician and surgeon. Among
the capital operations performed by him, are
Amputation of the thigh-bone in the case Of
Abraham Ellsworth, Port Even, Ulster Co..
n. Y; amputation Of the arm, case of Mrs.
Edward Meyers, Of Rondout, N. Y, and the
operation of ithotomy, removal of stone
from the bladder, in the case of Simon Tiet.
sell, of Kingston, and the removal of the eye
for Oscar Craigg, of Rosendale, Ulster Co..
Y These are few Of many. All these
persons are now in the bloom of health. DR.,
Kennedy does not hesitate to say that the
happy result of these and other cases Of a sim.
liar character, was due to the use of the
"Favorite Remedy 1t was this that purified
the Blood regulated the Liver and Kidneys
and thus gave tone and strength to the sys'
tenn, and In this way preventing return Of
the disease which had tlecessitated resort tc
the surgeons knife CDR. Kennedy's Favor.
tie Remedy" for sale by all druggists.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1884-12-19
The Deaf and Damb In Antiquity.

The ancients had the greatest horror of
all that was feeble and infrm; with
them poverty was despicable and suffer-
ing scandal. 1t is no wonder, then,
that among the beauty and pleasure
loving Greeks the deaf-mute was looked
upon as disgrace to humanity, and
under the barbarous laws of Lycurgus
they were exposed to die. Nor was the
highly-cultured Athens less cruel than
Sparta toward these unfortunate crea-
lures. Deaf mute children were pitt
essly sacrificed without a voice being
raised on their behalf. The first who
seems to have seriously occupied himself
with this phenomenon of deaf mutism
was the philosopher Aristotle, and he de-
Clared congenital deaf -mutes to be inca
pable of instruction, and this was the
universal opinion of classical antiquity
The Romans treated these unfortunates
with the same cruelty as the Greeks. AS
soon as child was found to be deaf
and dumb it was sacrificed to the Tiber
Only those escaped whom the waves
washed back to the shore, or whom the
natural love of their parents kept
hidden from the eyes of the world. Yet
In the centuries Immediately preceding
the Christian era there was II SEN
sible dlminution in the number of VIC
Inns of these barbarous laws, although
about fifty years B. c., the poet Lucre
iius pronounced himself in favor of
Aristotle's opinions regarding deaf
mutes, But in the course of time GER
lain rights were granted to those deaf
nutes who gave proof of ability-such
Is had been brought up secretly by their
parents showing some signs of intellect
his gradually dissipated the horrible
prejudice with which their brethren in
misfortune had hitherto been regarded.
Pliny mentions a congenital deaf mute,
called Quintus Pedius, who distinguished
himself as an artist He was a grandson
Of tho counsel of the same name, who
Hourished in the reign of Augustus. 1t
Is also probable that deaf mutes were
employed as pantomimists when panto-
nine was one of the favorite amusements
Of the Romans. M. T. Muller gives to
the Egyptians the credit of first instruct.
Ing deaf mutes. They as we'll as the
Persians always respected persons thus
afflicted, and their hieroglyphlc mode OF
writing was especially suited for Their
education. 1t is doubtless something
more than mere coincidence that theil
better treatment by the Romans dates
from tho time of the Incorporation OF
Egypt asa Roman province. Nineteenth
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