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The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-01-28
REFoRmER WHO NEEDS REFORMING.
A Ciyil-Service Commissioners Charged will
Being Drunkard and Gambler.

A Ciyil-Service Commissioners Charged with
Being Drunkard and a Gambler.
New York Special
I spent few days in Washington last week,
ard while there had my faith shaken very con
siderably in the morals of those who make up
the celebrated Civiseryice Commission. From
one who cannot be mistaken have it that one of
| the members of the Commission aforesaid is q
| drunkard. On more than one occasion IN open
| daylight he has meandered the streets of Wash
ington maudlln drunk, both in the head and legs
The commissioner thus given to too heavy
draughts of the Bacchanalian gods is the most
| prominent IN defense of the Commission OF
which he is a member. His mouth is ever ajar
in defending the author of the law and its bene-
fcent provisions.
If this were not enough to shake human
credulity. l also heard that this same commits
sioner has penchant for games of chance. The
story is that sometime ago he lost heavily at the
gaming table, and grew SO Respondent that his
friends kept surveillance upon him lest he might
do himself bodily injury. From one OF these
friends" learned that the frequent losses sus-
talned'by the commissioner forced him to appeal
to friends in this city to aid him to make good
money which he was, according to his own
declaration, bound to make good or stand dis
honor.
/ could hardly believe these declarations un
supported, so l made further inquiry. This time
my informant was more specific.
Yes, Said he, ''the one to whom YOU allude
was on O grand spree three weeks ago. When
drunk he is inclined to be noisy and expose him
self IN places where he ought never to be seen
in such condition. Since being in Washington
he has had three sprees, and there is no telling
how many he INDUCES in when he is travelling
from city to city examining candidates for entry
into the civil service, which he is expected to
purify"
The wonder to my mind is that the ever alert
Washington newspaper men should have allowed
these peccadilloes to escape their notice. 1t IS
the province of any man, suppose. to get drunk
and gamble if he wants to, but it is hardly the
decent thing for civil service commissioner to
violate those cardinal rulesl which are the step
ping stone to a reformed civil service If he can
do so with unblushing impunity, the first re-
quisite for applicant for government place
will be capacity to hold rum enough within
him to intoxicate
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-01-28
(pticura
Miss Boynton's Case Of Skin and
Blood Disease-The Most Re-
markable Cure on Record.

have been afflicted for one year and nine months
with what the doctors called rupa. was taken with
swollen that was perfectly helpless sores broke
out my body and face my appetite left me, could
not sleep again. lost flesh, and soon became so
wreched that Ilonged to die. In this condition after
trying various remedies, engaged two homeopathic
physicians, DIR. - ard Dr. -, and was under their
treatment year and half, and feiled to get even
ings became terrible tried fash cure. but it was
unsuccessful kinl friends then tIied to got into
the city hospital but the superintendent after seeing
me- declined TO admit such m ne there, and
said would not hve SIX weeks unless was relieved.
On the Goth Of April last sent for Dr. f. NJ Blod-
gett, of Boston. Hc came, and after examination
pronounced my the most hopeless he had ever
witnessed. My Photograph, whichSwas then takcn at
his desire while lay propped up in bed shows tho
disease appeared my facc butn picture could
possibly indicate how mueh pain and suffering | Gu
dured The eruption had increased to great burrow
ing, fousnellng sores from which reddish matter
constantly poured forming crusts or great thckncss
Other sores appeared various parts OF my body,
and became weak that could not leave fhy bed.
In this condition, and by advice OF DIR. Bodgett
began tho use of the Cuticura Remedies the Resovcnt
internally three times per day. and the Cuticura and
Cuticura Soap externally In Just sixty days, l. G.,
June 20 far recovered to be able TO go
alone the gallery and sit for my photograph, which
shows more than words do the wonderful cure
these remedies have wrought in less than nine weeks
Tho sores have all disappeared from my face and
body; my appetite and strength have returned. am
free from pain, my flesh is increasing and l go
about and enjoy fe My restoration to perfect health
is now only matter of few weeks. My friends
think my miraculous, and shall cease to
feel that the Cuticura Remedies have saved my life.
EMMA BOYNTON, 80 Chapman street.
Boston. Mass, July IL. 1884,
Knowing the composition and curative value of tho
Cutcura Remedies, l recommended them to Miss
Boynton with the results above described I indorse
her statement faithful and true account of her
suferings and cure
F. NJ. BLoDGETT. NJ D.. Hotel Partha
: cuticura Remedies are sold everywhere Price,
Cuticura, Soc; Soap. 25c; Resolvent, 81
POETER DRUG AND CHEMICAL CO.. BOSTON.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-01-28
The Oregon senatorship.

PORTLAND. Ore, Jan. 81 The Dmocratic
members Of the legislature caucussed, late last
night. and passed resolution to vote soidly for
some Democratic The first ballot stood JAS
FL. Slater, Democrat thirty-ive; the Republi
can votes were divided as follows: Solomon
Hirsch. of Portland, thirteen; w. Cary johnson,
of Oregon City, eight r. B. Boise. of
Salem; five; McGeoree, Of Portland Ave. w. D.
Hare, of Washington county, four; Henry
Failing of Portland. two; the remainder scat
terng 1t requires forty -six to elect. The above
ballot does not indicate the full strength of any
one candidate. 1t is expected that the ballot
tomorrow will develope this. Only one ballot
was taken to-day.
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The lowest price during the Same time was last
year. 1884, when it sold for SIS sd per quarter,
or 97i cents per bushel.
1t viii De seen from The above that last years
price Of wheat in England, the leading market
for Americas surplus. was the lowest of any
year in l04, and that it only brought 81 cents
per bushel above half the average price during
lhi years, or 90 cents per bushel below the
average.
Were it not for the low ocean and rail freight
rates, in comparison with few years ago. wheat
could not be shipped from this country to Eng
land and leave anything to the farmer for rails
ing it. JOHN WoRREL4
CLAYTON
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-01-28
A Proposed Democratic Feed.

PrrTsBURa Jan. PA number of prominent
Democrats Of Allegheny county desiring II
some manner TO fittingly celebrate the result of
the late presidential election. have decided TO
1--WE a banquet at the Monongehaa House. this
ity, on Saturday evening. Feb. II Among the
distinguished Democrats invited are President
and Vice president elect Cleveland and Hen
bricks. Samuel j. Tilden, Generals Mcclellan
and HANCOCK, ex Senators Thurman and Wal.
lace Chairman Barnum, Samuel j. Randall.
Speaker Carlisle, Senators Bayard. Lamar, Pen.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-01-28
Prices of wheat In England.

To the Editor Of the Indianapolis Journal:
Believing the following figures will interest
many Of your readers we furnish them for pub
LEGATION,
Commencing with 1870 and ending with 1884,
period of lO4 years. the average price of wheat
in England, per year, has been S2s Cd per quar-
ter, or $1.87A per bushel. The highest price
reached during that time was in 1872, when it
sold for l26s Sd per quarter. or g. 70! per bushsl
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-01-28
Advance In the Price of whisky.

CINCINNATI, Jan. 27.-The Western Export
Association met hero to-day and has occupied
several hours in considering important business.
There was not quorum present but it was in
formally decided to raise the price of whisky
two cents, to 81 b. on account of the higher
price of corn. This will probably take effect on
Thursday Satisfactory arrangements were
made in regard to the finances of the organiza-
ton. and little doubt is expressed as to the
stability Of the pool. More proxies arrived to-
night, and formal ratification of to-day's action
will be taken 10 morrow
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-01-28
Fatal Railway CoIl,s,on.

WHEELING. w. Va. Jan. pa freight train
going west from Bellaire, this evening. on the
Central OHIO division Of the 3. & O. railroad,
ran into helper" coming east, at Quincy Sta
ton, killing John Heslog. engineer of the
freight, and badly injuring Clark, the fireman.
Tom Burke, the engineer of the helper" is re-
ported killed, aud his fireman seriously injured.
The freight train was badly wrecked and all
passenger trains were detained several hours.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-01-28
Mr.. Mnodx,s Succession Meetings.

SCRANTON, Pa Jan. 27.-The Christian con-
vention here, presided by ID. l.. Moody.
closed this evening. The meetings were held III
the rink and each of them was attended by
fully 5000 persons. Mr. Moodys preaching was
attended with the utmost interest and good re-
suits The subject of Christian Work for
Young Men" was considered this afternoon.
During the convention, IT is said, $4,000 has
been subscribed by citizens of this place to the
building fund of the Young Mems Christian As
ISOLATION of Scranton.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-01-28
"I Wonld That I We're DeadIu

Cries manga wretched housewife to-day, rs weary
her daily task 1T don't seem as If | could get
through the day. This dreadful backache.
these frightfull dragging down sensations will
kill me. Is there no relief Yes, madam.
there is DR.. Pierces "Favor:te Prescription"
is an unfailing remedy for the complaints to
which your sexis liable. 1t will restore you TO
health again. Try it. Alldruggists.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-01-28
Desperate Fight About a woman.

tween two suitors for the hand of lady took
place in the country near Lewis. The parties
are all residents of this city. The men had Sec
onds. and began the fight with pistols, hut, find.
ing that method too slow. drew knives and
hacked each other until separated. One man is
In hospital, with bullet hole in the hip and
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-01-28
Excitement in a School House.

STAPLEToN, S. c., Jan 27-This afternoon, in
public school on Broad street. attended by 700
pupils large glass folding door slipped from it's
fastenings and fell on large coal stove The
the floor. The crash and smoke alarmed the
children and the cry of ''6re" caused wild
stampede. Some of the teachers faiuted and
the acting principal was knocked down and
trampled upon. None of the children were in
jured. The fire was extnguished by workmen
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-01-28
Advice to Mothers.

Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup should always
be used when children are cutting teeth 1t re-
lieves the little sufferer at once; it produces
natural, quiet sleep, by relieving the child from
pain, and thu title cherub awakes as bright as
a button TITS very pleasant to taste. 1t soothes
the child, softans the gums allays all pain, re-
heves wind, regulates the bowels, and is the best
known remedy for diarrhoea, whether arising
from teething or oth& causes Twenty five
cents q bottle.
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several knife thrusts in the body. The other re-
ceived some slight cuts The affair, which has
just come to light, will be the subject of magis-
terial inquiry.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-01-28

FATAL indifference 1t Is literally counting
death to neglect any affection of the lungs, the
chest, or tho respiratory passages Seek safety
in Hale's Honey Of Horehound and Tar No
cough cold, sore throat or bronchial aiment can
resist that inestmable preparation. Sold by all
druggists.
Pixies Toothache Drops cure in one minute.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-01-28

DURKEE's Salad Dressing and Cold Meat Sauce
is made from the freshest, purest and choicest
condiments obtainable. In using it, waste, labor,
anxiety and disappointment are prevented.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-01-28

Mrs. Joseph Keefe, of Ashland. Pa, while
making preparations to retire, Monday night,
fell upon stove and was fatally burned
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-01-28

s.;eton and German, Governors Pattison and
Hoadly. and all State officers and Democratic
congressme.I of Pennsylvania
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-01-28
Hancock Democrat.

Senator Bailey, of Hancock. Marion and Shell
by, has introduced bill to repeal the clause in
the temperance law requiring saloons to be
closed from LIP. NJ to 5 A. NJ That is a propo
sition of doubtful propriety. If the law is to be
amended the license by corporations should be
placed in the school fund instead of the corpora
ton fund as at present
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19

The French Canadians everywhere man.
ifest great interest in the fate of Riel, the
leader of the Manitoba rebellion. There
were meetings in Montreal Sunday, at
which his release was demanded. The
International Arbitration Society of Lon.
don has cabled to Governor General Lans-
downe request for the Communication of
his sentence, and 400 French Canadians,
residents of Lawrence. will ask Secretary
Bayard to intercede in his behalf These
movements are not viewed with favor BY
many OF the English-speaking citizens Of
the Dominion, and already there are fears
of war of races. With their great and
increasing public debt, their improbable
railroads and manufacturing establish
ments. their depressed shipping interests,
and the ill-feeling between races, the out
look before the Canadians is certainly not
the brightest and pleasantest.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19

After discharging the old employees.
some time ago. work in all OF the depart
ments of the Brooklyn Navy Yard was
resumed Monday with much larger force
of new men. Repairs areto be proceeded
with upon the ships Powhatan. Intrepid,
Essex. Brooklyn, Richmond and ITALIA
poosa. About five hundred of the "tired
and hungry for twenty-fcur years" will be
put to work and retained ar least until
after election. Putting these men to work
at this time is significant, since the navy
department has been enabled to accumu-
late the money that has become available
since July /. Further delay might have
brought the department into contact with
the law which forbids increasing the forces
of employees on government work within
sixty days of an election.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19

The surprise of the good folk of Pitts
burg was probably not that restaurant
waiter turned out to be the son of Count
but that he was merely the son of Count,
and not the Count himself. That is all
very well for a Provincial city. But in
New York they are believed to have few
walters of so low rank. Their ordinary
restaurants are served by Marquses, while
in the really heightened saloons no one
below a Duke is tolerated. And New
York walters must look with plying con-
tempt upon the fellow who gives up his
tray and napkin to resume his title and
hereditary estates. They stand their
ground and reap harvests of tips that
would make the average European ducal
income seem beggarly indeed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19

There is very numerous class of law
cases which will be materially affected by
decisions recently rendered by the Su.
preme Courts OF Iowa. Wisconsin, and
Nebraska. We allude to actions brought
to recover damages for personal injuries
BY the general practice heretofore fol-
lowed. the existence, nature, and extent
of injuries alleged have been determined
by the evidence of the complainant and
his own medical witnesses. In these re-
cent cases. however, the principle has
been affirmed that the plaintiff may be re-
quired to submit to a personal examina-
ton by physicians chosen by the defence
or designated by the court. Should this
principle be adopted by Eastern courts,
we may look for diminution of this class
of cases
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19

The best blood purifier and system regula-
tor ever placed within the reach of suffering
humanity. truly is Electric Bitters. Inactivi-
ty of the Liver, Biliousness, Jaundice. Con-
stipation, Weak Kidneys, or any disease of
the urinary organs, or whoever requires an
appetizer tonic or mild stmulant. will
always finds Electric Bitters the best and
only certain cure known. They act surely
and quickly, every bottle guaranteed to give
entire satisfaction or money refunded. Sold
at fifty cents bottle by Devine and Cough
lin
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19
The annual report of the Charity Or

The annual report of the Charity Or
ganization Society, just made public, con-
firms what has been said berore on the
evils of street-begging. OF 1.l53 cases
Investigated, only sixty were found needy
and worthy. Alms-giving on the street
does more harm than good. The proper
thing to do is to report all individuals who
appear to deserve aid to the society, when
if needy they will receive attention.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19

The relaxing power Of Johnson's Anodyne
Lniment is also miraculous. A gentleman
whose leg was bent at the knee and stiff for
twenty years had it limbered by its use, and
the leg is now as good as the other.
The evil consequences resulting from
impure blood are beyond human calculation,
so are the vast sums expended in worthless
remedies. Parsons Purgative Pills make
new rich blood, and taken one night for
three mo this will change the blood in the
entire system. augl8d&w1w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19
A Remarkable Escape

Mrs Mary A. Daley, of Tunkhannock,
Pa, was afflicted for six years with Asthma
and Bronchitis. during which time the best
physicians could give no relief Her life was
despaired of, until in last October she pro-
cured bottle of DR.. Kings New Discovery,
when immediate relief was felt, and by con-
tiuuing its use for short time she was COM
pletey cured, gaining in flesh 80 lbs in few
months. Free Trial Bottles of this certain
cure of all Throat and Lung Diseses at De-
vine & Coughlin Drug Store. Large Bottles
SOC. and 500
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19

The town authorities of Old Orchard are
making a vigorous attempt to enforce the
Sunday laws of the State. 1t is reported that
information was obtained Sunday against "a
citizens. newsdealers. restaurant keepers and
the ike and they will be arrested and tried
at Saco, Tuesday. on a charge of keeping open
shop on the Lords day. 1t is said that an at
tempt will be made before next Sunday to
have the law rigidly enforced so that not
Sunday paper shall be sold or restaurant
opened.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19

In 1852 George B. Mcclellan, of New
Jersey. discovered vein of copper ore in
New Jersey, and this year he is preparing
to develop it. At this mad. Mcclellan
rate OF progress that mine will, more than
likely, be in full operation before 1850.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19

Henry NJ. Stanley denies the charges
recently published as to the extreme I'M
healthfuness OF the Congo country and its
worthlessness for commercial purposes or
as place of residence.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19
Eastern Steamboat e
Messengers Ncuce'
OFFICE OF TsE
SHERIFF OF KENsHB lopNTf''
STATE or MAINF.

KENNEBEC, "-August 10. A. Y. 90
TTyHIs Is to give notice. that ont n lsh day o.
Il August, K. d. 1856. Warrant lasovenX
was issued out of the Court Of Insoi" ~ ior ss
County OF Kennebec, against the estate o. saa NV.
Stevens, soudged to be an Insoi, ent Deotor. ,sd
petition Of said Debtor. which ne tffon ~ ~. me- -
on the 9Th day Of August, A. u. 1852
which date interest on claims IL to be mpgte1,
that the payment Of any debts to o. said peDy g
and the transfer and delivery Of any ropefty " Ill
of said debtor TO prove their debt Nd ca o0se cns
or more assignees Of hts estate siit e ne.o cca
Court Of Insolvency, to be holden az sass asv Of
August A. d. 1855, mt O'Clock In the, afternoon.
Given under my hand the date frat above written
WM. H. LIBBY rteputy snerin,,
As Messenger of the Court Of Insctvency Ior 90
County of kennebec. W<wo.-
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Ncacuccc Its CAUSES stsa CURE; ~
IleA1 MOO one who was den twensy,eiik pss
" years Treated by most Of the I'D specissass
Of the day with no benefit. o. 81 himself ~
three months. and since then hund y others ~
treatment. Address +. s. PAGE, - -l..- goth ST.
New York City. 70 .-czios"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19

SHILOHS VITALIZER is what you need
for Constipation. Loss of Appetite, Dizzi-
ness, and all symptoms of Dyspepsia. Price
10 and Is cents per bottle. Sold by Bow
ditch Webster & Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19

Know myself by reading the "Science of
Life" the best medical work ever published,
for young and midde-aged men.
may7d&w1y.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19
BOOK and JOB PRINTING.

The Kennebec Journal establishment Is prepared
nj all times give immediate attention to orders OF
any kind Of book job printing We have every
presses, large quantities of paper stock, and the
latest styles Of type. Orders by mail will receive
prompt attention.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19
SCOTS EMULSION OF PURE
Cod Liver Oil, with Hypophosphite..

Most Valuable for Consumption and De.
bility.
DR.. N. C. Reed, Of Columbus, o., says: Il
have used your Emulsion in all cases requir-
ing the Cod Liver Oil and Hypophosphites,
and do not hesitate to pronounce it the best
yet brought before the public especially use
full in consumption and debilitated condi-
tons.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19

SHILOH'S COUGH and Consumption Cure
is sold by US on a guarantee. 1t cures Con-
sumption. Sold by Bowditch, Webster & Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19

For lame back, side or chest, use Shiloh's
Porous Plaster. Price % cents. Sold by
Bowditch, Webster & Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19

GROUP. WHOOPING COUGH and Bron
chitis Immediately relieved by Shiloh's Cure
Sold by Bowditch, Webster & Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19

WILL YOU SUFFER with Dyspepsia
and Liver Complaint? Shiloh;s Vitalizer is
guaranteed to cure you. Sold by Bowditch,
Webster G. Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19
ADVERTISING RAJ

Can be had on application at the ofice The
Daily and Weekly taken together AFFORD the best
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19
MONHEGAN ISLAND.

Good board and the accommodation of a home on
this picturesque and historic island at moderate
from Boothbay and Squirrel Island by the mail boat
which leaves Boothbay Tuesdays and Saturdays at
l P. Nj. Ample accommodations Tor boating and
fishing. Address, MRS. WILSON L. ALBEE.
july4d2ms Monhegan, Me.