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The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
William A. Winship.

William A. Winship. Esq, well known in
the financial and business circles of this city,
passed away about two O'Clock this morning,
at his residence on West street He has been
In failing health for nearly two years, from a
throat trouble, but his last illness was Of only
abont two months duration.
Mr.. Winship was born in Portland in De-
cember, 1928, and for the past twelve or fifteen
years has filled the responsible position of
cashier Of Casco National Bank. He has also
served the city faithfully in both branches of
the city council
Mr.. Winship was member of Beacon
Lodge, I. o. o. f., of the Odd Fellows Mutu-
al and State Relief societies, and OF the Citi-
zsns' Relief. He leaves widow and four
children-two sons and two daughters.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
Yearly Meeting of she eriends.

The New England yearly meeting OF the So
ciety Of Friends will be held in City Hall,
Portland, from the 11th to the Goth of next
June. The Friends, composing the New Eng.
land Society, held their meetings for 212 years
In the city of Newport, R. L., but seven ago, on
the invitation of Portland bre thren they came
to this city and since that time the society has
voted to hold meetings here alternately with
their meetings in Newport.
lis expected that at least 1900 of the
Friends will be in attendance next June and
the resident members OF the Society are already
engaged in making preparations for their re-
csptioD and entertainment.
Two daily business meetings will be held dur
ing the meeting and there will also be two
meetings for worship each day. In former
years it had been the custom of the Portland
churches to extend an invitation to prominent
members OF the Society to conduct services at
the different churches and this kindly usage
viii probably be observed this year as in years
past.
While this Is meeting lof the New England
Society, ministers and leading Friends are OK
pected to be present from all parts OF the coun-
try. Such visitors are treated IS members OF
the Society during their attendance at the
naetincs
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
Municipal Court.
BEFORE JUDGE GOULD


TuEspAY.-Four of MIR. Munsou's nuisance cases
were brought up aud disposed of.
Frederick Cushman waived examination and was
bound over TO the grand jury in The sum of $500.
In the other three Uses Assistant County Attor-
ney Libby appeared fur the government and Messrs.
Lunt and Rand for the defence.
Patrick Murrays case was heard at length. The
Judge decided that there was probable cause against
him ana ordered him to give Uonds in he sun. of
$500 for his appearance before the grand jury.
Patrick Halpin's case was next heard. AFTER the
witnesses had given their testimony he evidence
was so meagre that the government discontinued
and the judge ordered Halpin 10 be discharged.
Catherine Cary's defence was that she is a mar
ried woman, her husband owl and has charge of
the premises Nhere the liquors were found aud he
was in the house at the time of the seizure. The
Judge reserved his decision until tomorrow morn
ing.
Joseph Mcclure. Frank Arden, Rufus Reed,
John Cary and Joseph I. Murray; intoxication.
Each fined So and costs.
Thomas Carey and Patrick Murray; int Oh ication
second offence. Zach go days in city house of cor
rection.
Patrick Murray and Joseph t. Murray; resisting
officers. Each fined $50 and half costs.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
THE wEBER CLUE.



Last evening, the Weber Club, so we'll
known to all Portland lovers of music for
their admirable choruses and the alacrity with
which they respond to all calls upon then to
assist ia charitable enterprises, held their an
nual meeting, followed by few hours Of social
enjoyment.
The meeting was called to order by the
president, Carl Weber, ESQ. D. Pcge Perkins
was appointed secretary pro tenn. The reports
OF the officers were then read, showing the
prosperous condition of the club. The treas
urer's report showed the cash in treasury to be
S55.lo; the librarian has charge of ifty-four
selections, valued at $5647. The club owns
coats valued at $45. During the year S175
have been expended for the purchase OF fine
new piano.
The thanks of the club were extended to the
officers, and vote of thanks was passed to
Mrs. Pratt for her kindness to the club.
Officers were then elected as follows:
Presdent-Carl Weber.
Vice President-C. j. Stetson
Secretary-D Page Perkins.
Treasurer-F. II, Little.
Librarian-Chs e. Baker.
Conductor-John Morgan.
Assistant Condnctor-Carl Weber
Committees were then appointed as follows a.
To select music and perform duties of invas-
tlgation-H. L. Houghton, John Morgan, G.
j. Stetsop.
Executive Committee-N. P. Goss, f. ii.
Little, Carl Weber.
At the conclusion of the transaction of busi-
ness the club sat down to a bountiful collation.,
There were present as invited guests John B.
Coyle, W. E. Chandler, Hermann Kotzschmar
and representatives Of the press. A close and
hearty attention was bestowed upon the vi
ands before the post prsndial exercises began.
The president. Mr.. Weber, stated the OBJ.
lect OF the club as the pursuit Of social epioy-
ment and musical cultivation.
John b. Coyle, Hermann Kotzschmar. VII.
liam K. Gould and W. e. Chandler were
elected to honorary membership.
Mr.. Coyle spoke of the pleasant relations ex-
ising between the members of such an organ
ization and referred to the good work of the
association in the past.
Mr.. Kotzschmar endorsed Mr.. Coyle's re-
marks and expressed his lively interest in the
welfare of the club He said that good work
was being done and thanked the club for as
sistsnce rendered the Haydn Association. Mr..
Kotzschmar said that as long as the club con-
tinued its present course success was assured.
Mr.. Chandler assured the club of his sympa-
thy and cooperation.
CHARACTERISTIC speeches were made BY the
various members of the club and the exercises
prolonged until late hour, when the assem-
bly, dispersed, well pleased with their enter
tainment and the good showing of the club.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
g. A. R.
National Encampment News OBJ
tanned at the Committee
Headquarters.
What Was Done at the Committee
Meeting Last Night.

The headquarters of the Executive Com.
mittee of the Department of Maine. G. A. R.,
was busy place yesterday. Nearly every
member OF the committee was in the city
during the day and we're in and out as occa-
sion required. Secretary Sawyer is at present
engaged in the preparation of record books,
which will De very convenient for reference,
both to himself and also to the general public.
One of these books will contain the names and
localities of Posts applying for quarters, to-
gether with the date of application, number
of men. and persons to correspond with. The
other will also contain the names and locali-
ties of Posts, and the place where members
have been assigned-whether at hotels, private
residences, or in camp.
Applications were received yesterday from
the following Posts:
joel a. Haycock Post, No. "a, Calais, 100
men.
Post No. 46, Fall River. Mass, 70 men.
Lewis Bell Post, No. 8. Manchester, N. H.,
150 men.
Post No. 50, OF Corinna. Me, has forwarded
$25 as its donation to the National Encamp-
ment.
The High School Cadets have rendered to
Secretary Sawyer the free use of their armory
in Old City Hall during the encampment.
The executive committee meeting was held
last night. James A. Hall, Department Com
mander and chairman, in the chair. The fol-
lowing members from cut of the city were
present: Gov. Robie. Gorham; James A.
Hall, Damariscotta; Selden Connor, Augusta;
Geo. L. Bssl, Norway; /. S. Bangs, Water
vile; A. G. Hamlin, Bangor; Samuel W.
Lane, Augusta; A. W. Wildes. Skowhegau;
j. d. Anderson, Gray; G. A. Coombs, Bath
j. o. johnson, Liberty; Chas. e. MouIton,
Auburn; F. M. Drew, Lewiston; B. j. Hill,
Auburn; F. W. Guptill, Saco
1t was voted that Tuesday, the 23d of June,
be the day OF parade, and that the reception
be held in the evening.
The General Manager of the Grand Trunk
is alive TO the occasion, and says that that
road will bring the visitors to the National
Encampment cheaper than any other road
Messrs. j. A. Hall, George L. Beal, B. j.
Hill and John Marshall Brown were placed ON
committee TO arrange programme for the
week of the encampment and report at the
next meeting.
committee OF three was appointed to can
vass the city for lodgings, etc., ard employ
such assistance as they may need.
vote of thanks was extended to the High
School Cadets for their offer of their armory.
George L. Beal reported that Connecticut
had voted in both branches of the Legislature
to loan their tents and camp equipage.
Adjourned to meet at call of the chairman
OF the committee.
General James a. Hall, Department Com
mander, has appointed D. Horace Holman, OF
Lewiston, chief mastering officer.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
Brief Io,,inss.

Clear yesterday with westerly and north
westerly winds. Mercury 16o at sunrise, 200 at
noon
The Allan line steamer Sarmatian sails
Thursday.
Store-keepers have begun to get out their
awnings and prepare for the summers heat.
The coal dealers will close their store this
afternoon from to 8 o'clock, during the fun
eral of James H. Baker.
The Harden Star Hand Grenade was success
fully exhibited on Plum street yesterday morn
ing.
The Brooklyn of the Dominion Line arrived
at 10 o'clock last evening with five cabin, nine
intermediate and forty steerage passengers,
and cargo of 1900 tons.
Four large blocks, alterations in two others,
considerable number of dwelling houses and
large amount of repairing will keep Portland
builders at work the next summer.
The Boys Chorus Choir of the Young Mems
Christian Association will meet at the rooms
OF the association this afternoon at 80
o'clock.
Rev. DR.. Bashford will conduct the Bible
class at the Y. M. G. A. rooms next Friday af-
tspoon at 80 o'clock. Subiect-"Paul vim
dicated." Acts 26: 1892.
Some of the fishing vessels will get away on
their Spring cruise by the latter part of this
week. 1t Is expected that the fleet will be
somewhat larger than in former years. There
has been steady increase in the size of the
feet for several years past.
AS oDe of the cars on the Deering line was
coming into town yesterday morning the door
was thrown violsntly open and a kerosene
lamp Knocked from its fastenings. The lamp
broke in its fall and the clothes of lady pas
senger were completely saturated with the oil.
Luckily the lady escaped being cut by the
glass.
advertisements appropriately coming under
the classification heads, WANTS, HELP WANT
ED, SITUATIONS WANTED, FoR SALE, To LET,
BOARD and Rooms aud LOST AND FOUND, not
exceeding forty words, will be inserted in the
Daily PRESS one week for twenty-five cents, if
paid in advance. When payment is not made
in advance regular rates will be charged. The
large circulation Of the PRESS makes 1t the best
medium for these advertisements.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
ON Rire MT sea.


The schooner hume, Captain Isaac Post,
that has run as packet beteen Rockland and
Salem, Mats., with lime for fifteen years, ar.
rived at the latter port last Sunday morning,
having been ten days on the passage. She had
e25 casks of lime, consigned to James Fair
hsld. She left Rockland on the 9th inst, and
when off Boothbay her cargo was found to be
on fire. The schooner was headed for Booth
bay harbor, where she arrived in the evening.
1t was FIVE days before the fire was wholly ex.
tinguished. On Thursday, the 18th inst, she
started again. Several of the men getting
frost-bitten, on Thursday evening she put into
this harbor and started again Friday, putting
in to Portsmouth harbor at night and starting
again Saturday morning. The fire was caus-
ed by the melting of ice in the hold of the
s,hooner. Twelve years ago she was on fire
teom similar Cause. But q few casks of lime
were damaged.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
Accidents,

Witn the retouch of winter and the attend
ant good sleighing comes the trotting nuisance
and its consequent accidents. Monday evening
as Mr. Elmer Doten and wife were driving np
Congress street, when opposite Schlotterbeck' 8
uptown store they we're met by two teams
racing through the street in the direction OF
Market Square. A. collision ensued, and Mr..
Doten's sleigh was badly damaged, the body
being literally smashed into kindling wood.
Both MIR. and Mrs. Doten were thrown back
wards to the ground, but by one of those cir
cumstances which appear as wonderful neither
was hurt. The horses were not in jured.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18

AS previously stated James Small Libby
died at bis residence on Park street Monday
evening. Having taken severe chill during
cold wave last December, he suffered an at
tack OF pulmonary congestion, from which he
never completely recovered, and this was COM
plicated with valvular disorder of the heart.
He had recovered sufficiently to take meas
with the family. who thought he was fairly
oonvalescent. About ten days ago he expert
enced another attack OF congestion, and a
council of physicians was summoned to attend
him. Although he had suffered severely
through the week, he seemed much brighter
Monday evening and talked quite freely. He
expired suddenly and unexpectedly but quiet
ly, just as most of the family we're retiring for
the night, quite hopeful of his recovery.
Mr. LibbS's life was one of unusual activity
and success. He was born In Scarboro at the
homestead of his father, Joshua Libby, to
which estate he succeeded in the fifth genera
tion, and although he removed to Portland fif'
teen years ago, this homestead was retained
with additional parcels subsequently acquired.
For many years past he has carried on an ex-
tensive business in this city in connection with
A0iHOau bniulbS nuu VIC CCuhiEuCtlUu Oh VaFls
ous public works. He operated quite largely
in the construction of the Ogdensburg railroad
from Gorham to North Conway and also in the
building of the Kennebnnkport railroad. He
has given employment to great number Of
men, and his active presence will be missed by
wide circle of those with whom he had to
deal.
In the management of his affairs Mr.. Libby
was notably prompt aud decisive. He was a
man OF sterling integrity and high sense of
honor, aud always won and retained the re-
spect and friendship of his business associates
Mr. Libby represented Scarboro in the Legisla-
ture of 1859 contemporaneous with General
Neal Dow, Hon. VIM. McCrilis Of Bangor, and
the Hon. James g. Blaine of Augusta. He
ardently supported Democratic principles al
ways. IT his ability made him q formidable
competitor in business his comprehensive
knowledge of men and things, afforded him a
high sense of his duty towards other less for
tunate individuals, and this he was notably
apt and ready to perform. Many of his &C.
quaintances and friends speak feelingly of ia.
vors often received at his generous hand, and
there are many who will feel his loss as a bene-
factor.
In his family he was kind and indulgent and
leaves the pleasant recollection of never hay.
ing spoken harsh or unkind word. While
MIR. Libby made no great display of his rsli-
gious convictions outwardly, his life itself in
many respects might well be called "a noble
Christian epic" He leaves family consist
ing of wife and three daughters who in his
death, suffer an irreparable loss.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
The Back Bay sewer.

Mr.. John n. Ssylor, in communication to
the PRESS, which is too long to publish in full,
suggests that public meeting of citizens be
held, at which the matter of the Back Bay
sewer may be discussed and the various plans
proposed be presented, with illustrations, speci-
fications and an estimate of the probable cost.
Mr.. Saylor IS ready to present plan, accom-
panied by working model and a statement of
its probable cost, and anxious. to compare it
with those already submitted to the public.
He thinks no plan should be adopted unless
accompanied by model showing how it will
work when put in operation.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18

Thursday and Friday, Messrs. Millett &
Little will hold special sale Of ginghams.
-Four hundred pieces of the best American
fancy ginehams in the market will be disposed
of at extremely low prices The reputation of
this firm Is sufficient guarantee that the
goods are OF the best quality, and Portland
ladies should improve this rare opportunity of
securing supply of cloth SO useful. The
amount to be sold to any one customer is un-
limited
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
The Portland ColIeetor.hin.

Washington despatch to the Boston Her.
aid says: John NJ. Adams of the Portland
Argus and d. 81. Ingraham of Portland are
here in the interest of Bion Bradbury for col
lector OF the port, for which place Samuel j
Anderson and Judge Ceaves are also under.
stood to be candidstes. The movement for
Mr.. Bradbury is strong one, and it is expect.
ed that he will be appointed whenever q
change is made. Secretary Manning stated
Monday morning that Mr.. Bradbury had an
influential backing"
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
Interes .ing Ipcident . a Dcath Red

AMACECs.AM& AhCkUtUt az n DcBtU kte0s
The death of Mrs. Joseph McCann in Sac
carappa last Friday evening was marked by an
event of singular interest Mrs. McCann had
been i'll for some time and on Friday, touched
by the grief Of relatives who clustered about
her bed and the tears of her little children, she
said, "As you are feeling very badly,I will sing
to.sou" And the dying woman, who was
the possessor of a remarkably fine voics, sang
at first piece familiar to the children as zone
OF mammals SONGS" then sang a hymn for
the older ones, and fually sang two stanzas Of
''Asleep in Jesus" At the conclusion of the
singing she remarked. "Now I will go to
Sleep, and quietly fell into the sleep which
knows no waking in this world.
II is in such scenes as this that death loses
Its terrors and becomes merely the crossing OF
the boundary between this world end thaworld
havnnd
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
DEATHS.

In this city. March 16, James Small Libby. aged
"a years months.
Funeral on Thursday afternoon at 2.30 o'clock,
at his late residence $50 Park street.
In this city, March IT. Miriam b., widow of the
late Isaiah Libby. aged n years.
lFuneal service Thureday afternoon at o'clock,
at No. 3 Mechauic street. Burial private.
In this city. March s. Mrs. Bridget McDonough
Funeral from her late residence, Cumberland st.
High Mass in the Cathedral at s A. M.
In this city, March ID, VIM. A. Winship. aged
56 years mon hs. Boston papers please copy.
Notice OF funeral hereafter.
In Cape Elizabeth March l6, Edward Hill, aged
so years IL months.
In Bath, March a. Edwin f. Edes of Charles
town. Mass, aged % years months.
In Bath, March 15 Hattie H., daughter of Chas
H. and Georgie Il. Webster, aged 2 years.
ln Bath. March l6, Lydia j. Lemont, aged IL
years 10 months.
10 years.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
CITY GOVERNMENT.
1TQ
The Official Count.

The Board of Aldermen met in their cham
ber, yesterday. pursuant to law to count the
vote OF the city for Mayor. Alderman GAL
lagher presided. The count of the Board
shows Mr.. Deering's majority to be 31l. a.
atsd in yesterdays Press. AT the conclu.
sion of the count, the chairman declared John
W. Deering to be the Mayorelect of the CITY,
The chairman was instructed to notify Mr..
Deering of his election and the Board then
adjourned
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
MARRIAGES.

In westbrook at the residence of the groom's
father K. W. Jones. ESQ.,, by Rev. E. Martin,
Fred j. Jones and Miss Nellie H. CLARK, botn of
Westbrook.
In oath, March a. Joel H. Little of Bremen and
Miss Lillian NJ Farnham of Bath.
Io Bethel March 8. J1tham s. Chapman of
Bethel aud Miss Cora E. jackson of Newry.
In Bethel, Edwin P. Holt and Miss Florence F..
Knapp.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18

The following transfers OF real estate iu this
county have been recorded at the Registry OF
Deeds:
Portland-H. B. Wright ct al. to j. G. Proctor,
land and buildings. 81 100.
j. F. Proctor to j. H. Smith. land $4,000.
Raymond. Meserve to S. L. Mason, land S12.
Scarboro-George W. Parker to e. b. Winslow,
land. $3.50.
New Gloucester-H. W. Thompson to ]. S. viii.
son. land. $500.
G. N. Wilson to James S. Wilson, land and
buildings. $1,000.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
MUSIC AND THE DRAMA.
OLIvETTE.

The opera company at Portland. Theatre
drew another crowded house last night, and
presented in q very humorous and pleasing
manner "Olivette." The people were yery
much delighted with the presentation and lib
eral with applause The company Is a good
one and certainly deserves the large patronage
1t reveives. This evening "Billee Taylor''
will be given, "Pinafore" being the afternoon
attraction.
NOTES.
Grimmer's orchestra will play at the Bow
doin College senior and junior exhibition
April2.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18

The funeral of Mr.. Daniel Clark was held
at his late residence in Park place yesterday
afternoon at O'Clock. The house was crowd
ed with the friends of the deceased Hand
some horai tributes and emblems were placed
upon the ceftin. Bishop Neely read the burial
service, after which the body was taken to
Evergreen Cemetery for interment.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18

AT 10 a. m. today f. o. Bailey & Co., will
sell at store corner of Brown and Congress
streeus, recsntly cccnpied by G. E. Libby, the
entire stock and fixtures, also, 15 bbls. No.
Nodhead apples. See auction column.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18


Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup should al
ways be used when children are cutting teeth.
1t relieves the little sufferer at once; it pro-
encss natural, quiet sleep by relieving the
child from pain, and the little cherub awakes
as "bright as button" 1t is very pleasant to
taste. 1t soothes the child, softens the gums,
allays the pain, relieves wind, regulates the
bowels, and is the best known remedy for diar-
rh@a, whether arising from teething or other
causes. Twenty-Five cents bottle.
Dsc10 WS&M&w1yr
STATISTICS SHOW THAT MORE PEOPLE DIE OF
consumption than from any other cause.
Slight colds are the true seeds of consumption.
Beware of the slightest cough; Adamson's 8
Botanic Balsam stands without o peer. Trial
sizs only 10 cents.
March l6 MW&S&w1w
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
City Printing.

Three bids were received by the committee
on printing for the printing Of the reports Of
the municipal officers and register. The con-
tract was awarded to VIM. M. Marks for S556.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
ScafcI, Sairee.

Those people who are interested in the habits
and customs of our Scotch neighbors across
the water should not fail to see the excellent
representation of their customs as given by
ths Ladies' Circle of the Second Universalist
church in the vestry this evsniDg.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18

Mrs. ID. A. Lincoln will give the next lee
tures In her popular course in Y.M.O.A
Hail next Thursday and Friday. The frat
lscture will be Thursday afternoon instead of
Thurtday evening as stated in the PREss some
dan Am
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18

Ashore.
The fishing schooner Eddie Pierce, Captain
Mckee, master, of Portland, from Gloucester,
bound south for maokerel fishing, struck on
Peaked Hill Bars, near Provincetown, Mass,
at O'Clock yesterday molning, during north
west snow squall. The crew of seventeen men
were taken off by the lifeooas crew from the
station. The vessel lays in an easy position on
the beach and is not damaged. She can be
foated II the weather continues good. The
Pierce is owned by Charles A. Dyer and 9TH
ers of Portland, and was built in 1870.
The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
GENTS UNLAUNDRIED SHIRTS

0f G.
MS make ." hits we have sold for
lhey are claimed ny the admitted
md
sectional this
finely
of
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The Portland daily press., 1885-03-18
Advice to ero,her.

The official report of the condition of the
Maverick National Bank, published to-day,
will be found of general interest.