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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01
SHEEP SMUGGLING.
Sharp Practice of Somerset County Syn
dictate.

Two brothers named Cloutier, residing in
Canada gathered up quantity of sheep and
lambs in small lots, to bring to the United
States on speculation. Neither of them could
speak a word of English, and they brought a
cousin along with them to act as interpreter.
They drove the sheep into the United States.
to the custom house located at the Forks of
the kennebec, and entered the sheep at 81 Il
head and the lambs at 81 81. and paid the du-
ties. They then started from the Forks with
their sheep, bat before they got far they were
stopped, the sheep seized by the custom au-
thorities on the ground of under valuation,
aad information against the Cloutiers. The
brothers then came to Portland and put in a
petition in the United States District Court
for remission of the forfeiture.
In the meantime the sheep were sold at
auction. The Cloutiers returned to the
Forks, where the sheep were to be sold BY
the authorities, and on the way saw one of
the men (who afterwards bought the sheep
who agreed to furnish the Clouters with the
money to buy the sheep at the sale, but who
never fulfilled his agreement.
This man happened to be a sheep specu-
lator, and he entered into an arrangement
with several others. by which one was to buy
the sheep the others agreeing not to bid
against him; and after the sheep were bought,
this syndicate was to divide the profits among
themselves, and when any one appeared dis
posed to bid on the sheep he was taken into the
syndicate.
The sheep, although entered as above stated
sold for $l.0l per head. Then the syndicate
met and put up the seeep at auction among
themselves, to see what any one of them
would give over this auction price was divid-
ed among the syndicate. There were about
200 sheep and lambs in all
The men forming this syndicate were after
wards indicted for conspiracy to prevent COM
petition in the sale and to get the sheep at
less price than they were worth. Seven of
the syndicate were arrested and brought be-
fore the United States District Court in this
city where they pleaded noto eontendere. and
were fined S25 each and costs. The syndi-
cate numbered nine. but the eighth died and
the ninth turned States evidence. Six of
the syndicate paid the Cloutiers 1925 apiece,
lessening the Cloutiers' loss on the sheep
One-half
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01
Church Notices

Mr. aud Mrs. Pierson, evangelists. vii
preach tomorrow in the First Christian church
on Northern avenue, this city, at 1870 A. NJ
Sunday school at go Z. NJ. All are invited
Mr.. and Mrs. Pierson will also conduct the
services next Monday evening at the same
place.
Prof Ropes, of the Theological Seminary
Bangor, will supply the pulpit of the Con
gregational Church tomorrow. Preaching IL
the morning and evening. The lecture pre-
paratory to communion will be given In the
chanel this evening at $50 oclock.
Rev. C. W. Bradlee will preach on the
s.Book of Books tomorrow morning. The
Lord Supper will be administered at the close
of the sermon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01
CONSISTENCY.
we publish the following from the columns
OF the New Age, without comment:

We publish the following from the columns
OF the New Age. without comment:
NEW AGE, FEB LIST.
The records of the clerk Of courts for
this county. show that only one rumseller Of
augusta was indicted during the whole wear
OF 1888; only one, and he was the next neigh
Dor TO and competitor in the business with
Ivory Hayes And ne was indicted, it is said,
to drive him out of business, so HAYES might
have full swing Ii is fact that Downes
was driven out of the business and Hayes
remains in it unmolested."
NEW AGE, FEB. Goth.
IAN Interesting Confession We are credi-
tably informed, took place at one of our many
rumshops last week. Mr. Downs. notori-
Gus rumseller, being under the influence of
liquor, was telling his experience with
Nar-hal White. He had been indicted. he
said several times. searched and liquor found
t"f he had NOT paid one cent of fines, or cost
tor any cases under Whites administration.
he was also arrested for adultery in Hallow-
ell, being taken in the act. by City Marshal
True OF Hallowell, and brought to Augusta
JAN, but for some potent reason has never
been brought to trial. He is now at work
for White and the g. p. in the back wards,
and says he can give his friend Charlie 20
votes in return for fayors received.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01
A DISGRACEFUL AFFAIR.
Democratic Caucus In Ward ., Portland
Broken Up by Big Fight.

There was big fight at the democratic
caucus in Ward 2, Portland, Thursday night.
At o'clock the polls were declared closed,
the ward room at the time being packed with
yelling mass of men, and many in the
street A young man by the name of Michael
Ward was making a great deal of cheap talk
when an officer requested him to keep still.
Yard struck the officer in the face. gen.
eral fight ensued between officers and men.
Revolvers were fourished. democratic
mob hooted and yelled and only by the skill
full management of the officers was bloodshed
averted. 1t was a most disgraceful affair and
will have strong tendency to weaken the
democratic vote in that city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

The Telephone and Telegraph Wires Suf.
fer-Travel by Rail ImPeded-Drifted

The most severe snow-storm of the winter
set in Thursday morning, continuing until
yesterday forenoon. At times the feathery
flakes fell with almost unexampled activity
and it did not take long for a large mass to
accumulate. Thursday afternoon during the
thickest of the storm the quantity of snow
that fell upon Stone & Cos scales in five
minutes was weighed, and found to amount
to 20 pounds, The snow being very light
and strong northwest wind blowing. it as
piled and heaped into drifts making travel
very laborious business on the country roads.
Nearly all the stages were delayed. The
Liberty stage was five hours and a half in
reaching Augusta from Branch Mills. The
telephone and telegraph lines suffered. Many
of the telephone lines in this city were either
down or crossed and communication between
Augusta, Portland and Lewiston was serious
ly interfered with. West of Portland the tel
ephone service suffered more severely, even,
than here, and yesterday eight men were
employed in putting the demoralized wires TO
rights. The telegraph was uninjured here,
but between Portland and Boston there was
trouble. Every wire but one from New burvport
to Boston was disabled excepting the cable.
The railroad did not escape the storm. The
snow piled over the rails. making hard
wheeling" Snow-plows were run all Thurs
day night the length of the road, keeping the
track clear pillow and fange scraper
passed through just in advance of the 6 O'Clock
train yesterday morning. The locomotive
pushing the pillow was covered
and partially filled with snow. The
trains were nearly all late. Jewett's
in the forenoon was 40 minutes be.
hindhand and the down passenger over an
hour. The latter tram came in pulled by
two locomotives, the extra one having beer
put on at Waterville. In the yard at thi.
station, one freight car was derailed and
drawbar broken, in the morning. The snow
would clog the wheels Of car to such ar
extent that they would refuse to turn ant
slide along on the track. The storm wa.
much more severe at Portland than here
two feet of snow falling there.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01
CHINA.

ten year old daughter of Mr.. Geo. Fall
OF Albion, broke her hip while sliding on a
smooth and almost level piece of ground
occurred on Thursday afternoon. At least
eight inches of snow fell, with much wind.
Many proph.sy that our heaviest snow storms
are to come.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01
Entertainments.
.sIFn ASTRAY.N

During the run of the new Gilbert and Sui
liyan opera, The Princess Ida at the Bos-
ton Museum, the dramatic company, headed
nv the we'll known favorite, Mr.. Chas, Bar
ron. Miss Annie Clark and Mrs. }. K. VIM
cent, will make brief tour of New England
Among the few cities visited will be Augusta,
and a rare treat can be expected. Is an Or
sanitation of this excellence seldom travels.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

To those who have used SWEDISH RENE
DIES, they know full well the true value of
them. To those who from prejudice have not
used them, we can say that they are the very
best medicines for the diseases for which they
are recommended. Swedish Lung Balsam
cures Coughs, Colds and all diseases of the
Lungs. When taken together with Swedish
Botanic Compound (the great blood purifier
it will cure Consumption in the first and
second stages. dec4teOd&w3m
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

When Delilah clipped off Samson's locks
that mighyt athlete at once became las other
men," If it could be proved that the posses
sion of luxuriant hair would enable men to
tear open lions Jaws, Hiscox & Co. would be
driven wild in the effort to supply enough of
Parker's Hair Balsam to meet the demand
As it is the Balsayn prevents your hair from
falling out, and restores the original color if
faded or grey. Besides it is a great addition
to the toilet table simply as a dressing.
feb6W&Sw1m
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01
Business Notices.

MT-Chas. Jenkins. at his fish market, op-
posite the Journal Office, keeps constantly on
hand Providence river and Norfolk oysters,
and Scarboro CLANS; an assortment
of canned fish, HOLSTERS, and fresh and corned
fish of all kinds. His goods cannot be ex-
celled for freshness and good quality.
sept7ttf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01
DO Not Move Blindly.

Go carefully in purchasing medicine. Many
advertised remedies can work great injury
are worse than none. Burdock Blood Bitters
are purely vegetable preparations; the
smallest child can take them. They kill
disease and cure the patient in a safe and
kindly manner. feb25t&wlw3p
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

ADRIAN, MICH, Jan. OF, OF.
Have sold the goods many years. and they
give the best of satisfaction. We had an
order for 8 large bottles Downs Elixir last
week to be sent to Woodland, California
J. r. BENNETT & Co., Druggists"
The goods referred to in foregoing letter
are N. II. Downs, Vegetable Balsamic Elixir
DR.. Bakers Mandrake Bitters. and Henry
& Johnson's Arnica and Oil Liniment.
ian29teodw I'm.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01
Action Of The LIMOS

The lungs the medium that gives Us the power
of action The power is in the the lungs taking
il from the sir and conveying 1t through the blood
the whole system The action of the angs the full
and complete expsn sion which We desire 10 produce
81 each breath. must necessarily depend somewhat
upon the condition of the throat, windpipe, the
larger and smaller sir passages of the lungs, air
cells and substance of the lnng..
In nesrly all of throat disease il will be found
tia, the lungs are also much affected. Inflammation
Of the windppe and parts about the vocal organs is
usually attended with hoarseness and weakness Of
the voice. which once De relieved by the use
Of ADAMS0N'S BOTANIC COUGH BALSAM, as
is shown by the following wonderful cures:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

The warming and invigorating effects of
Athlophoros are felt in the parts of the body
affected BY Rheumatism or Neuralgia, as
soon as il begins to destroy the poisonous
acids in the blood. II operates directly on
these, and works speedy and permanent
cure. has won its thousands of testimonials
BY doing well what it was intended to do. On
this fact alone 10 based the claim that it is
worthy the name-Athlophoro
remedy for Rheumatism snd Neuralgia.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

From the town report of the town of Man
chester for 1854 we gather the following :
assigned to schools, slO66 81; expended for
support of poor, Sl7s So; roads and bridges
sl36 80; incidental charges. s272.5l: break
ing snow, S479.l3 town debt and interest,
sis6.0t Attachments, SS3.9l. Total receipts,
st2E.l4 total expenditures. 1850 80 Ex-
cess of expenditures over receipts, S2S3 Sc
Town debt, Sl625. Total liabilities, S29l4-
80; assets. S2sS7.9i. Balance against the
town. S26.i5; amount of inventory, S26l,-
1900; number of polls 1888 rate, I34 mills
The action of the County Commissioners in
the case, Taber Lyon, ct ais, brought before
them last year. made it necessary that a care
full revision of the town valuation should be
made, and an examination of the town books
was made BY them and by the Hon Joseph
Baker of Augusta. The Selectmen have substi-
tuted a cash in place of fractional valuation,
and attention is called to the fact that while
the taxes Of the town this year were assessed
upon cesh valuation Of S261, 1853. 90 the
state aud County taxes were assessed at
Augusta on \ town valuation of $29l 800. co.
Ihe schools have averaged well, although
hardly equal to those of last year. Two
schools have been closed-an unusual record
for this town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01
From Rev. j. r. BOWLER, Bap
fist Missionary Of Me:

Having used ADAMSON'S BOTANIC COUGH
BALSAM for bronchial affections, hoarssness and
colds, prepared to say that il has afford
ed almost immediate relief in most att acks.
and consider 1t the most effective preparation of
its kind for all diseases Of the throat and bron-
chitis.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

February ha, proved phenomenal month.
There we're only three fair days in the
..o,,b and much of the time either snow or
rain ha. fallen. Another February like this is
no, on record.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

ES-For golden and silver weddings We have
cards and envelopes specially adapted 10 such
occasions. They are very neat and printed
with the new script type to be found at the
Journal job office are very desirable.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

Why do you suffer with Back Ache, Pain
in the Chest, Rheumatism. or lameness any
where when Hop Plaster will surely give
you relief, Druggists sell them, % cts.
feb26t&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01
Local Notices.

, EI-The Board Of Managers of the Howard
Benevolent Union will meet Saturday, PM,
at 3 o'clock. in the Aldermen's Room. 1t is
desirable that all the members be present.
A. w. PHILBRooK, Pres.
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Republican Caucus.

p.nublicans of Augusta are hereby requested
iL' s n caucus at Meonian Hall 9hursday
70 L. ng csreh 9Th. al 40 O'Clock, for the
Eveh - nonIra ting q candidate for Mayor.
pnfp'e Per order Repu biican City Committee
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01
From WIN. II. TAYLOR. 3 Bea'
con ST.. Boston, Mass:
1 am very anxious to say a word In favor
of ADAMsON'S BOTANIC COCGH
BALSAM

have been a great sufferer from cough for nearly
one year, trying great many cough medicines and
costing me large amount of money. found them
all useless until met friend Who had been troubled
rs was, and he recommended ADAMSON'S COUGH
BALSAM, saying that he had been cured by ii; con
sequeufy procured = bottle once and used il &C.
cording TO directions After using one bottle my
cough and cold eft me Immediately by magic.
Have recommsn ii to others in like circumstances
and all recommend ADAAS0N'S BOTANIC
COUGH BALSAM as being the best remedy that has
ever been produced for coughs and colds
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01
WASHINGTON.

The latest freak in the way of masqersdes,
is.a costume that is intended to represent an
oyster. What next. Why the future mas
queradeIs will have a bottle Of DIR. Bulls
Cough Syrup moving among them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

No Cure. Moray. DR.. Lswrence's Cough
Balsam. when once used, takes the place of
all others. See our advertising columns
novl0-tly
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01
Marrien.

In Bingham, Feb. Is. John T. Lander of Bingham,
to Miss Flerenca ". Baker of Moscow.
In Ssowhegan. Feb. "a. g. b. Fairgrieves to Miss
Matte A. Worster.
In EIartland, Feb. ., VIM. Chase of Canaan, to
Isabel L. Patten of West Pittsfield-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

There was but one wire in working shape
hs,,een Portland and Boston. yesterday. No
Aar press report was sent to Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

Try Kinds Radical Corn Remover. 1t
cured ours, and the proprietors agree to cure
yours or refund the money. Is not Injurious.
aug2Oteod&w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

fine painting Of Miss Margaret Mather
IA. arrived in the city and will shortly be
m, on exhibition in some conspicuous place.
Merrill & Clark have dissolved partnership
!, the blacksmith business, on Willow street,
s.., side, and hereafter Mr.. Merrill will carry
IN the business alone.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

MA. NJ. Hanson has removed his carpen-
Ter shop to the Farmer building over b +.
uo,.e'. carriage rooms.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

M. Thing of Mt. Vernon has beef
iscturing to grange. in Penob.cot count.
during the week
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

The small boy turned an honest penny,
.boye!ing paths, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

There will be services every Friday even
80, the Catholic church, during Lent
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

rbe first robin of the season was not seer
Yesterday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01
From s. B. YOUNG:

spent one winter I'm Florida, and took about
tors prescriptions. and can say that ADAMSON'S
BOTANIC COUGH ALSAMi s the best thing l
have found for h cough. have taken it some three
months and about well.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01
f9irn.

In West Pittsteld, Feb Is, Benjamin Pratt, aged
- years. 10 months, - DAYS
In Arson, Feb. II, II .nry Tapley. aged p years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

Line, yesttl1dy.
And nov the quiet town of China has a
rival Of Mr.. Lull, who recently victimized
the farmers Of Bowdoinham, in the person of
a man who arrived there last week. He
hailed from New Hampshire and was an ex-
tensive dealer in horses and cattle. Only
first class stock would be taken. He pur-
chased dozen horses and several head of
cattle. all of which were to be delivered and
Maid for at Watersille. The sellers took their
stock to Watcrville on the appointed day,
according 10 contract. The purchaser did
not appear, aud the farmers after waiting a
while around the town, returned home with
their stock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

One OF our best known business men met
with a slight difficulty Yesterday. Stepping
out into his stable our friend picked up a bri
die belonging to pair of double harnesses,
preparatory to Harvesting his span of horses
Being man of philanthropic turn of mind
he thought that it would be the proper thing
TO try" the bit and ascertain whether il
was frozen before placing it in the horses
mouth Action followed thought. and
unwittingly he raised the iron to his mouth
and applied it to his tongue, Ugh, bit and
man were united There was no separating
them. Tongue and iron were frozen togeth-
er 1t was not long, however. ere an idea
popped into the gentleman's head. Tender
ly caressing the bride, he walked into the
house and to the kitchen stove, where he
meekly stood until the heat, thawing the
iron. released his tongue from limbo. Our
friend was not in laxative mood yesterday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01
City Personals.

J. T. Furber of New Sharon has let his
farm for year to Mr.. Watts of Augusta.
Mr.. B. c. Jersey of Winthrop, delivered
an address on 1.-The Constitutional Amend
men',' at City Hail. Bangor, Wednesday
evening.
Mr.. Eugene Haskell, who has been engi-
neer OF the dummy running between this
CITY and Gardiner. for upwards of twelve
years. left his engine, yesterday, permanent
~ He has caught the Western fever. and
gong to The Land of the Dakota" where
ne proposes to engage in farming. Mr..
H'lsha Newell will fill his place on the train.
Mr. II. NJ, Lander. and his very estimable
"ne nave been visiting their relatives in this
e'F at A. NJ. Harsons. They are on their
TO California, this being the third time Mr..
'@""der has been there. and the second time
anu his wife have made the trip. For the
p">' hine years, he has been connected with
'ie State Agricultural College at Orono. lie
"As acted as steward of tina, Institution for the
fAs' seven years, which Office he has filled TO
s entire satisfaction of all interested.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1884-03-01

President Jackson, Superintendent Tucker,
Engineer W A. Allen. Roadma.ter Wagg,
and other officials of the Maine Central, re-
turned from tour Of inspection Of the Shore
Line, yesterday.
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The Wonderful success

Tue Boston Daily Globe in this section is
use IT Is such an entertaining family
f-pe'. The ladies and young folks particu-
mud it has everyday stories, romances,
"e's' etc., etc., which interest them full as
=, s'n As the news. If you have never taken
0iooe tell your newsdealer you want to
''s'0 today. Saturday, March l.
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SOMERSET.
WALDO.

James II. Gates of Jackson, is one of the
largest and most successful cattle buyers ia
Waldo county. He now has thirty head of
cattle at his barns. Among the lot is one
pair of five years old oxen which girt eight
feet and three inches and weigh $500. Mr..
Gates intends to make them weigh 60OO pounds
BY next fall and will exhibit them at the State
Fair. Mr.. c. slaughters and supplies the
markets in Belfast and vicinity.
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PENoBsCoT.
SAGADAHOC.

During the overture in Mile LaFavres
Ministrells in Columbia Hall Bath some per-
sons gained entrance in the rear of the hall
into the upper dressing room and stole an
overcoat which belonged to one of the mem
bers of the troupe and q coat and vest in
which was gold watch chain with $40
gold piece attached. The thief has not been
found.
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Events Of the Past.
MARKED DOWN

Our large and extensive trade in overcoats o: our
own manufacture il due TO the fact that very early
f.s
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hENSEBEC.

John c. Horn of Oakland, shipped eleven
fine horses for New York markets Monday
Feb. 25th.
Oakland Lodge. No 2l, A. o. L. W. was
instituted Jan. 23d.. at Oakland. Officers
were elected as follows: David Z. Parsons
p. NJ. w; James Lowe, NJ. W. Geo. L.
Hovey, Foreman; Hiram Wyman, Overseer
II. A. Bates. Rec. Geo. II. Vinegar, Fin. ::
Fred S Pullen. Receiver; Samuel IL. Will
Der, g.; Geo. F. Foss, l. W; Frank l..
Morrill,, o w. David T.. Parsons, Med. Ex