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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04
The Great hallway Bridge Opened.

About 8 As Friday afternoon sleepers were
placed in position and few minutes before
o'clock the last spike was driven in its
place in the new bridge at St. John. In the
meantime, other workmen were engaged I'M
provising a carriage for the conveyance of
the guests across the bridge. The carriage
consisted of two lorries, upon which were
placed planks and boxes-the latter for seats
for those who preferred to sit. Attached to
this carriage were two large ropes which the
workmen volunteered to drag, and by this
means the party was transferred across the
great structure. The party consisted of
prominent railroad officials and other prom
inent gentlemen. When the party ar
rived in the middle of the bridge cheer
was sent up from among them, and soon af-
ter Mr.. Bruckhof, with a camera, faced the
party, who, at his request posed for photo
graph. The guests were then conveyed to
the end of the west side trestle where Mr..
John II. Parks complimented the president
on the completion of the bridge There
were congratulations all around, and then
the party changed position and were trans
ferred to the place of starting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

The arrangements are nearly completed
for the second annual reunion and baske,
picnic of the Knights of Pythias at Sebago
Lake, Tuesday, Aug. 18th. The indications
are that it will be one of the largest gather
ings of the order ever held in New England
A large number of the lodges have voted tc
make it a day of pleasure, and with theil
ladies and friends will gather in large nun
bers from all parts of the State.
Hub and Winthrop Divisions of Massachu
sets. with the Lynn Cadet band, will arrive
on the boat that morning and be the guest.
of Ivanhoe Lodge, who are already at work
making their arrangements for day ''tC
write book about"
Damon Division of Lewiston have votet
to attend, and with the four lodges from
Lewiston and Auburn, will be accompanied
by Glovers Band.
Several good speakers will be present frou
other States, ard with railroad fares at les
than half rates, large company and gran,
time may be expected
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04
Llau0r Seixurea.

On Saturday last warrants we're sworn out
to search the saloons of II. Hall and Draper
Jewell, both situated in Pittston, for intoxics.
ting liquors. j. X Lynn, constable of Pitts
ton, and Stephen Cobb, deputy sheriff Of
Chelsea. entered the saloons and found il
Halls two one quart bottles partly
filled with whiskey. They arrested Hall
and took him before l.. w. Goodspeed
trial justice, and he was fined 800 and costs
which he paid. In JEWELS saloon they found
one two gallon jug full of rum. but while the
officers were searching jewell disappeared
and has not been seen since.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04
OCEAN PARK,


The fourth annual assembly of the Free
Baptisss of New England opened at their
beautiful encampment at Ocean Park. Old
Orchard, Sunday, at 80 a. m, with q memo
rial service and the Sacrament of the Lords
Supper, Rev. E. W. Porter presiding.
Rev. A. P. Tracy of Vermont, preached
the Assembly sermon at 10 80. About Eve
hundred were present The power of the
spirit vas the theme of the discourse. But
We shall receive powers after that the HOLY
Ghost is come upon you Acts g
The thought of the morning was continued
BY Rev. .. T. Moulton of Steep Falls. Me-,
10 the afternoon sermon. from Romans,
VIII PC. The channels through which pow
er comes TO man and the path over which We
may 60 to find it, was shown to be prayer
The need of learning to pray Alright, the true
spirit of prayer and the hindrances to pre-
vailing prayer were briefly pointed out.
A. w. Anthony and w. II. Getchell con-
Quoted a Gospel service at 100.
The Assembly will continue in session
until Aug, "a. August Go will occur the
convention of Christian workers. The OBJ
ject of this convention is to seek increased
spiritual life and power and to lead the un-
converted to Christ. 1t is hoped that Chris
tians from all churches will attend There
will be preaching each day and meetings for
prayer and testimony also Bible readings,
conferences Of Christian workers. and inquiry
meetings, as occasion may require.
Rev. b. +. Hayes, ID. D., is chairman OF
the convention committee, and Mr.. II. X.
Clark, musical director.
Yesterday at z. NJ. the annual meeting of
the Ocean Park Association and reports of
officers and committees occurred in the
chapel.
At 7.45 p. NJ. there will be a grand Oren-
tai entertainment. Sauahbrah, q native
India lecturer, humorist, illustrator and i'm
personator, will be present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

One of the queer characters in Maine Is
aid ~ he a man in a Penobscot county town
who was in the grocery business. HIS histo-
r;an saws that one night he suddenly decided
:, omit trade and return to . farm, having
become disguised with commercial life. 80
bs ,nrned the kew in the lock, never to open
the store again. He refused to sell and len
h;s goods 70 rot. As the yarn goes. the store
has been deserted and its contents have been
accompanying for over year. till the institu.
t;on smells like porgy factory.-Ler'sfoh
Journal
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04
The Grant N m Oriml Fund

The Western Union Telegraph Company
are prepared to accept such contributions to
NAL receipts therefor. which receipts will be
subsequently replaced by formal receipts
from the committee of the Grant Monumen,
Association. which has been appointed by the
mayor of the city of New York. Any con-
tributions delivered or sent to the office in
this city will be gratefully received.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04
43if0.

In Portland. July 81. Alice May. only daughter Of
]. p and Georgia +. Jordan aged months. p days
In Bath, July 2s. james E. Riggs. aged IS years
In West Bath. July ., Mrs Rhoda Mitchell, aged
81 wears, II months.
In Paris, July II. Ella Ripley. wife Of Stephen
Rawson, aged 30 years, months.
In Tepsham, July Is. Maud j. Perkins, aged 8
gears, months.
In London, England, July o, Mrs. Eleanor N.
HYDE. widow of the late Zina Hyde of Bath.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

The third annual meeting of the Alumni
Association of Oak Grove Seminary, which
was to be held on Friday Aug 9TH. is post
poned TO about the middle of October. when
the new school building will be completed
and better facilities afforded for the meeting,
due notice of which will be given.
Don't forget the game OF base ball on the
State grounds this afternoon between the
Augusta Reds and the Mechanic Falls clubs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

At a meeting Of the city government last
evening, called to make arrangements for the
proper Observance of Gen. Grants funeral
DR.. Geo. w Martin was chosen marshal.
The procession will form at 100 o'clock.
The services will be held in Granite church
at 3 o'clock. Ushers will be detailed from
the G.. A. X. Post. and the centre of the
anca
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04
CONSTIPATION!

There Is no medium through which
disease 60 often attacks the system
as by Constipation. and there is no
ether i'll flesh is heir to. more apt to
10 neglected. from the fact material
Inconvenience may not be immediate.
IL felt from irregular action of the
bowels. When there is not regular
action, the retention Of decayed and
efete matter. with its poisonous
gases, soon poisons the whole system
by being absorbed into it, causing
piles, fstUla. headache, impure blood
and many other serious affections.
BURD0CK BLOOD BITTERS will
Immediately relieve, and one bottle
positively cure or relieve any case
Of Constipation.
Was troubled for a year with
torpid liver and Indigestion, and after
trying everything imaginable, used
BURD0GK BLOOD BITTERS. The
first bottle revived me and the second
cured me entirely."-J.S. Williamson.
Rochester. N. Y.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

Mr. Simon s. Brown came down from
Waterville yesterday and a meeting Of prom
nent democrats was held at Hotel North to
talk over the Augusta post office matter.
Among those present were DIR. Martin. ID.
p. Pike, Tom Murphy, T. J. Lynch, Geo.
Cony Charles Morton and Manley Pike.
1t is reported that the meeting was not very
harmonious.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

One Of the inmates of the Soldiers Home
nj Togus was before Judge Andrews yesterday
afternoon charged with attempting criminal
assault on young lady living in that vicinity.
He plead guilty and was bound over to await
the action of the September term of court.
He is slightly insane
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04
A Wonderful Discovery

Consumptives and all, who suffer from any
affection of the Throat and lungs, can find a
certain cure in DR.. Kings New Discovery
for Consumption, Thousands of 3permanen,
cures verify the truth of this statement N.
medicine can show such record of wonder
full cures. Thousands of once hopeless suffer
ers now gratefully proclaim they eve their
lives to this New Discovery. II will cost you
nothing to give it trial Free Trial Bot
ties at Devine & Coughlin's Drug Store.
so cents and s1.00.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

A party of twelve OF thirteen gentlemen
from Bath arrived on the Yankee yesterday
afternoon and took the Winthrop stage for
the ponds, on short fishing trip. They will
return this morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

The remaining members of the Maine
State Press Association left Moosehead Lake
for the ir homes Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04
Yofal and State Nesrs.
Tuesday. August 4, 1886.
FINE JOB PRINTING.

The Job Printing ESTABLISHING Mt Of the Kennebec
journal IL always well prepared for doing the incest
work, well as the more common branches This
once employs competent printers, carries q large
variety OF paper stock, and keeps hand the latest
styles Of type. Wedding and visiting cards and enve
ispes in stock; also varied assortment of dance
orders programs, announcements, etc, etc. Orders
oy mail will receive prompt and careful attention.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

To-morrow-W ednesaay-is to be observed
At Ocean Park. Old Orchard, as chiliren's
day. a fine programme having been arranged.
1t will afford grand opportunity for all who
desire to visit this popular beech at low rates.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04
tAarrtfn.

In Portland. July %, Waiter s. Smith to Miss Har.
riet N. Thomas, both OF Portland.
In Portland, July 80, Peter J. Masterten to Miss
Alice VI. Lersy. both of Portland
In Portland, July %, George L. Wescot; Of Eden,
TO Mise Lucy Anna Stevens of Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

fine banner is offered by the State, to be
competed for in skirmish drill. The ban
ner is painted on white silk and presents a
very handsome appearance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

The steamer lately built by Hon Ira Hob
son of Wiscasset. to be used as ferry boat
between Wiscssset and places further west,
was lowed up to Gardiner yesterday after
noon, when the new 10 horse power engines.
which Robins & Sons have been building,
will be put in. She is side wheel steamer
of great CARRYING capacity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

The report that the steamer Islander has
been taken of the route on Wednesdays and
Thursdays is incorrect; no such change
having b. en- made.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

The Star had the largest load of passen-
gers Yesterday, that she has carried to Bos-
ton this season. SO great was the crowd
that the checks gave out and Mt least one third
of the baggage was not checked until its
arrival at IIallowell.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

Two persons were admitted into the fel
lowshp of the Methodist church Sunda,
evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

1t is expected that during the month OF
August there will be an increased demand fol
ice on the kennebec at advanced prices.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

regatta is to be held at Bar Harbor Au-
gust l4th.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

Messrs. Chas. Caldw ell and Chas. Partridge
Of this city caught 10 as handsome bass, re.
Gently, as have been seen for some time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

Es~Mr. Barber proposes to the ladies and
gentlemen of Augusta to provide them with
an excellent French Instructor - Mr.. f.
DeMazade, of Lyons, France, now living in
Bangor. Maine. upon very reasonable terms
if class of twenty-five pupils can be guarsn-
teed Mrs. DeMszade will have the charge
of ladies and young children. Both Mr.. and
Mrs. DeMazade will give private instruction
if desired. For the present DeMszade will
come to Augusta two and three times a week,
and if the number of pupilc should justify,
reside here permanently. They refer to Mr..
Laughton. Counsellor at Law. Bangor; Mr..
Clergue. Counsellor at Law, Bangor, and Gen.
Smith. collector at the custom house. Bangor.
Mrs J F. Snow. Bangor. The public will
find circulars with Mr.. Barber, Steam Dye
House. Augusta.
Regular meeting of Augusta Lodge F. &
A. NJ. this evening. full attendance is
desired IS matters pertaining to the Grant
memorial services will come before the
meeting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

The shoot of the Riverside Club, Of Tops
ham. which to have come of the Goth
nit, has been indefinitely postponed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

The town was full of Togus veterans, yes
ierdsy, coming in after their pension money
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

During the month of July over %, 900 bar
rels Of mackerel were landed and inspected
at Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

An nebriatc in a fighting mood made him
self conspicuous at the train yesterday after
noon but was soon gobbled up by the police.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

Two boys were before the police court,
Yesterday, for insulting passers in the street
They were held on their good behavior.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

We understand that Mrs. r. NJ. Sawtell.
is suffering from malignant form Of cancer
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

The great ship at Rockport will be launched
the 18th day of August.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

The Pixie" cigar at all dealers is concede
the best five cent cigar in the market.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

Names BURBERRY crop is worth not less
than $50, 600 this year.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

The fall term of the Maine State College
begins to-day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

Mr.. T.. C. Allen displays in his window an
exceptionally fine picture of the late Gen
Grant, appropriately draped. and surrounded
bv the national colors. The front of his
building is also handsomely draped. Memor-
nj decorations are being displayed by many
neonle on Water street
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

SHILOH'S COUGH and Consumption Cure
is sold by US on guarantee II cures Con-
sumption. Sold by Bowditch, Webster Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

"Wells Health Remover" restores healtl
and vigor. cures Dyspepsia, Impotence, Sex
ual Debility. 81.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

There are now more inmates of the Sol
diers Home at Togus than was ever before
seek a home there that have heretofore sup
ported themselves independent of the Home.
There have been twenty-six new inmates
arrive inside of two weeks. A new stage has
been put on the route between ToGus and
this city to accommodate the increasing
travel
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04
state News.

The WORK OF THE LrGHrxING.-NARKow
EscAPs FROM DRowNISG.-BoLp BURG
LARIEs.-LAsrERs' UNION FORMED
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

Mr.. Arthur NJ. Thomas, A. NJ, for the last
FIVE years in charge of the Richmond High
School. has been elected to the headship of
Houlton Academy as successor OF Prof. w.
s. Knowlton, for ten wears the Principal OF
that important Institution. Mr. Thomas Is
understood to be an accomplished scholar and
fine disciplinorian. A graduate OF Colby,
Immediately upon leaving college he took
the school at Richmond in hand. which, under
his administration, has been steadily gaining
in popular favor until it takes rank with the
best school in the State. As Mr.. Thomas is
native of our neighboring city of Hsllow-
ell, we naturally take pride in his success,
and venture to predict that what he has done
so well in Richmond he will do still better IN
Aoulton. The position is very important
and responsible one, and we are glad to be-
Aeve that the Institution is fortunate in Sc
curing go able head.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

An exciting dog fight occurred at the north
end Saturday night So fierce was the battle
that policeman was obliged to club the dogs
TO separate them. Yesterday forenoon one
of the dogs engaged in the foregoing jumped
into the rear of a passing wagon and fas-
tened onto little terrier, giving him severe
drubbing. The owner of the terrier was so
infatuated that the offending animal was car
ried to the east side and hidden in a cellar TO
escape being killed
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04

family going to Boston on the boat, yes
terdsy carried pet ram with them. While
they were waiting at the wharf for the boat to
depart some boys got to teasing the ram,
having pretty good time with him. they
thought The ram didn't seem to ENJOY the
fun. however, and, seeing good chance, he
hit one of his tormentors terrible thump
near the bosom of his pants, sending him end
over end. That boy will know better than to
fool with the business end of one of those
animals again
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-04
ANDRosCoGGIN.

The High Street Congregational church il
Auburn was struck by lightning Friday after
noon. Little damage was done.
The Arizona sentinel., 1885-12-05
RAILROAD BUILDING.
How 1t Was Done by General Dodge Dur
 ing the Chattanooga Campaign.

How 1t Was Done by General Dodge Dur
 ing the Chattanooga Campaign.
 General Dodge, beside being most capable soldier, was an experienced railroad builder. He had no tools to work with but those of the pioneers axes, picks and spades. With these he was able to intrench his men, and pro- tect them against surprises by small parties of the enemy. AS he had no base of supplies until the road could be completed back to Nashville, the first matter to consider, after protecting his men, was the getting of food and forage from the surrounding country. He had his men and teams bring in all the grain they could find, or all they needed, and all the cattle for beef, and such other food as could be found. Millers were detailed from the ranks to run the mills along the line of the army; when these were not near enough to the troops for protection, they were taken down and moved up to the line of the road. Blacksmith shops, with all the iron and steel found in them, were moved up in like manner. Blacksmiths were detailed and set to work making the tools necessary in railroad and bridge building. Axe men were put to work getting out tim Der for bridges. and cutting fuel for the locomotives when the road was com pleted; car-builders were set to work repairing the locomotives and cars Thus every branch of railroad building, making tools to work with, and supply ing the workmen with food was all go- ing on at once, and without the aid of q mechanic or laborer except what the command itself furnished. But rails and cars the men could not make without material, and there was not enough rolling stock to keep the road we already had worked to it's full capacity. There were no rails except those in use. To supply these deiciences 1 ordered eight of the ten engines Gen eral McPherson had at Vicksburg to be sent to Nashville, and all the cars he had, except ten. l also ordered the troops in West Tennessee to points on the river and the Memphis 6 Charles ton Road, and the cars, locomotives and rails from other railroads to be sent to the same destination. The military manager of railroads also was directed to furnish more rolling stock, and, &s far as he could, bridge material. Gen. eral Dodge had the work assigned him finished within forty days after receiv- ing hls order. The number of bridges to rebuild was one hundred and eighty two, many of them over deep and wide chasms- The length of road repaired was one hundred and two miles. Gen er0l Grant. tn Century.
The Arizona sentinel., 1885-12-05
 PITTSBURGH CAPITALISTS

More Rich Men in Proportion to Popu
 lation Than m Any Other City iu the Union,
 This city probably has more wealth in proportion to population than any other city in the United States. The people generally arc in comfortable cir cumstances, and the proportion of the working classes who own their own homes is larger and yearly becoming more extended. Millionaires are here numbered by the score. Only few of the large fortunes had their foundation in speculative ventures. but they came either from manufacturing or conner cial enterprises or investments in real estate in the early days of the town. The following are among the wealthiest people here, with moderate estimates of Cheir fortunes: Mrs. Schenley, S25, ,000,- vVU; Andrew Carnegie, d,ooo, ,ooo; Dr. D. Hoste ter, S14, 900, ,000; Denny estate, S1O, 900; Dr. c. G. Hussey, S6, OO0,- 900; William Thaw, S6,OOO, 900; Judge Thonaefh 9a6ehUo Mello2 S ,666; HSf the the ikf9Rn keV. s. Mollinger, S5, GOO; George w eSIlHguO Ot,OVO,OOV' hlo' OOn eral Howe. S4,OOO,O0O; Thomas M. Carnegie, S4,000,O0O; J. N. McCul- tough, S4,O0O,OO0; Thomas Donnelly, S3,000,00); Calvin Wells, S2,500,000; Alexander H. Miller, S2,000, 900; Henry Lloyd's estate, S2,OOn,O ,OO0; John Moor heads estate, S2,000,000; Charles J.. Clark, S2,O00.OOO; B. F. Jones, S2,00O,- GOO; James Laughlin's estate, S2,000,- 900; George W. Smiths estate, S2,000.- 900; Abram Garrison, S2,000,0 ,000; Cap. tain William Ward, S2,000,000.
 There are besides fifteen citizens whose fortunes are estimated at be- tween S1, 100000 and S1,500,000, and thirty-one citizens who are believed to be worth at least Sl,000,000. Pitts burgh therefore has seventy residents whose wealth aggregates S189, 100000. Andrew Carnegie, the wealthiest man on the list, was born in Scotland, but has spent most of his life and made his fortune here. He is at the head of the largest steel-producing establishment in the United States. He is also largely interested in railroad, coke and other enterprises, and subscribed S1,000,000 to the South Pennsylvania syndicate PittSburgh Chronicle.