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The Arcnnn,. Wreck.

Stephen Siteman, formerly a resident Of
Halifax, was mate on board the wrecked
schooner "Arcana." The body went through
to st. John Monday and will be taken to Hall
fax for interment. Siteman was so years Of
age, and leaves wife and several children.
The bodies of pilot Stephenson and the sailor
Gay were shipped from St. Martins for Port
land Monday morning.
The st. John Globe received the following
letter on Saturday:
Sir:-In view of the sad disaster in which the
persisted on Quaco ledge, one Of the worst on our
coast, but formed by nature as proper place for
lighthouse and fog alarm, permit me to make a few
remarks through the columns of your valuable
Journal. The light which formerly stood on this
reef has been removed to the main land where 1t
is of little use in bad weather. Why this has been
done no sensible man imagine, except it be for
political purposes, and if it has been done for such
cause the government of the Dominion of Canada
is In great measure responsible for the sad loss
life. The whistle which Should be placed there
also is located at Martins Head. This is the
whistle the captain heard and which he nistook for
Cape Enrage whistle and which caused the ac-
cident. On the whole coast of the Dominion there
is not one solitary lfe-saving station or hfe-boat
worthy Of the name. We have but to cross the line
few hundred yards into the neighboring Republic,
and there we see lfe-saving stations established all
along the coast for the assistance of all in distress
write this in hopes that some independent men,
will take the matter in hand and have this scandal
remedied.
remain yours, ETC.. MARINER.
Carleton, St. Johns, N. n, Jan. 81, 1885.
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MAINE LEGISLATURE.
Especially Reported for the Press.)
SENATE.

SANAAGs
AUGUSTA. Feb. 3.
The bill to enlarge the scope of the Bath
Military and Naval Orphans Home was tab
led on motion of Senator Marble pending its
passage to be engrossed.
Senator Kimball caused several verbal
amendments to be made to the bill granting a
charter for the Bath Water Supply Company
PETITIONS PRESENTED.
For change of manner of taxing vessel prop
erty
For appropriation for National Encamp-
ment.
For an experimental station.
PASSED TO BE ENGRossED.
An act to create len on wood; an act rela-
tive TO the compensation of County Commits
sioners for Piscataquis county; an act relating
to drains and common sewers in the town of
Brewer; an act to restore and increase the
salary Of the County Attorney of the county of
Piscataquls; an act to increase the capital
stock Of the Merchants Marine Railway Com
pany; an act to incorporate the plantation of
Allegash, in the county of Aroostook; an act
to provide for notice of special legislation for
the protection of fish.
HOUSE.
PETITIONS AND REMoNsTRANcEs PRESENTED.
Against legislation prohibiting the throwing
of wood refuse into Kennebec river.
For charter of ferry across Fore river to
Portland.
For State reformatory for women.
For adjustment of railroad traffic.
To have the charter of Megantic railroad
amended SO as to enable ii to cross Moosehead
Lake by bridge.
Protecting fish and game and praying that
the laws may remain unchanged.
ORDERS ADOPTED.
Orders of inquiry were passed relating to
nflI hn fnnn nf Tns1 na&s
stringent laws against the carrying Of con-
csalea weapons
BILLS INTRODUCED.
An act to authorize notice OF application for
probate of notice; an act to amend chapter "a
OF Il. s., relating to paupsrs; an act TO amend
section g. chapter 116, r. S., relating to fees OF
jailors; an act to authorize American Turning
Co., to issue preferred stock; an act relating TO
division fences; an act concerning the assess
ment OF taxes; an act to regulate the fares on
railroads;an act to amend section Al of chapter
27, r. s., relating to intoxicating liquors.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES.
An act relating to the board of health OF the
City of Portland. Assigned for tomorrow.
A resolve was reported aPpropriating $4,000
Tor the support OF soldiers orphans at the Ban
gor Children's Home. $1,000 of this sum is
to be paid for 1885, and 81 900 for 1886.
Ought not to pass was reported on bill
amending charter of Megantic railroad which
asks Tor the bridging OF Moosohead Lake.
This is the minority report.
PASSED TO BE ENGRossED.
An act to authorize the Lewiston Steam
Mill Company to increase its capital stock.
An act entitled an act to restore the salary
OF the county attorney of Somerset county; an
act to amend section IL, chapter 40 of the re-
vised statutes relating to migratory fish; and
act amendatory to an act relating to the schools
in the city of Portland.
PASSED TO BE ENACTED.
An act to confirm and make valid the organ
ization and doing of the proprietors of West
brook Social Library.
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WASHINGTON.
The SsreeIy ReIief Vessel.

WASHINGTON, Feb. 3.-Representative
Bcutelle was authorized by the House commit
tee on naval affairs today to fayorably report
joint resolution in accordance with the Presi.
dents message, providing for the return of the
Alert OF the Greely relief expedition to tbs
British government with the thanks of Con-
gress; for the transfer of the Bear to the rev.
enue marine service on the Alaska coast and
Tor the placing of the Thetis in the navy to be
need in making surveys and for other purpos-
es.
To Regulate Forms of Bills of Lading
A bill was passed iu the House today to reg
ulate forms of bills Of lading which makes it
unlawful for the owner, master, etc., of any
vessel to issue any bill of lading which does
not clearly specify the exact voyage intended
to be made and every port which it is contemp-
lated she will touch or to insert in any such
bill any clause whereby the obligations of
owners OF the property to equip, man, provis-
ion and outfit their vessels shall in any wise be
lessened, weakened, avoided or whereby thew
may be relieved from liability for their negli-
genee, failure or fauls improper stowage and
care OF all lawful merchandise committed to
their charge. This act is to take effect on the
first of September 1885,
Facts and Rumors.
Representative Slocum was instructed by the
House committee on military affairs today to
report favorably to the House, a bill creating
the office of assistant chief signal officer with
the rank of major
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GEN. GRANTS RELICS.
President Arthurs Message TO the III ouse
Concerning Them.

President Arthur's Message to the House
Concerning Them.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3.-The President today
transmitted to the House the following mes
sage:
To the House Of Representatives.:
take official pleasure in laying before Con-
gresS the generous offer made by Mrs. Grant to
give to the government for perpetual trust,
the swords and military and civic testimonials
lately belonging to Gen. Grant A COPY of the
deed OF trust and of the letter addressed to me
by VIM: ii. Vanderbilt will explain the ma
ture and motive of this offer. The apprecia-
tion of Gen. Grants achievements and recog-
milton OF his just fame have in part taken the
shape OF numerous mementoes and gifts,
which, while dear to him, possess for the ma
ton an exceptional interest These relics, OF
great historical value, have passed into the
hands OF another, whose considerate action re-
stored the collection to Mrs. Grant as life
trust, on condition that at the death of Gen,
Grant, or sooner. at Mrs. Grants option, it
snail become the property of the government
as as set lorth In the accompanying papers In
tne exercise OF the option thus given her, Mrs.
Grant elects that the trusts shall forthwith de-
termine, and asks that the government desig-
nate suitable place Of deposit and a response
bic custodian for the collection. The nature
OF the gift and the value of the relics which
the generosity OF private citizen, joined with
nigh sense of the public regard which ami
mates MIS-. Grant, have thus placed at the dis
poSai Of the government, demand full and
signal recognition on behalf of the nation at
the hands OF its representatives. I therefore
ask Congress to take suitable action to accept
the trust, and to provide for its secure custody,
at the same time recording the appreciative
gratitude of the people of the United States to
the donors
In this connection may pertinently advise,
pending legislation in the Senate and House
OF Representatives looking to national recog-
nltlonof General Grants eminent services by
providing. means for his restoration to the
army on the retired list, that Congress by tax
ing such action will give expression to the al
most universal desire of the people of this
nation, and earnestly urge the passage of an
act similar to Senate bill No. 2530, which,
Whlie not interfering with the constitutional
pierogatVe OF appointment, will enable the
resident ia his discretion to nominate Gan.
Grant as General on the retired list.
(olSnedl CHESTER "A. ARTHUR
accompanying the papers referred to are the
ueeu OF trust executed by Mr. Vanderbilt, and
tnat gentleman's letter to the President, in
forming him of his action.
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STORMY ATLANTIC.
Terrible Gales Encountered by the Steam
ship st. Sin0n-HHnmy Steamers Over
due.


ship ST. simon-Ranny stenmers Over
due.
NEW YORK, Feb. 3.-The unusually heavy
weather which prevails at sea, according to
the reports of incoming vessels. is delaying
among them the Alask a, Servia, City of Rich
mond and Celtic, all from Liverpool, and all
expected here on Sunday. No anxiety is felt
for their safety, nor for those vessels which are
longer overdue. The French line steamer St.
Simon arrived yesterday from Havre, after a
tsmpestuous voyage lasting 16 days. From
the third day oat until Sandy Hook was
reached, continuous gales and high head seas
were encountered. On January q last,
storm which the officers of the vessel say was
regular cyclone was encountered. Suddenly
loud crash was heard on deck and everybody
jumped from the table, badly frightened. Tho
officer OF the deck soon after entt red tbs cabin
and advised everybody to remain below. "The
smoking saloon has just been carried away
and We don't know how soon the other deck
houses will follow" Just then the ship gave
q sudden lurch and every person was thrown
down. The officers found it difficult to prevent
panic, but eventually calmed the passengers.
The storm lasted two daye, during which time
no one or board slept nor could they eat.
When the storm moderated the deck of the st.
Simon looked complete wreck. One of the
life boats was smashed, the smoking saloon
was gone, and the decks was covered with
bits of wood and boards from the splint-
cred deckhouse and rails. When the vessel
entered port yesterday she was covered with
ice and showed plainly the rough experience
she had gone through.
Other incoming vessels report similar
10 coming through without sustaining serious
damage.
The Portland daily press., 1885-02-04
MASSACHUSETTS.



Boston, Feb. 3.-The annual meeting OF the
New England Agricultural Society opened to-
day: An attempt sby Herbert Myrick of
Springfield to change the custom of electing
officers SO that they be chosen by nomination
from State delegations, was defeated, Is TO So.
A nominating committee was then appointed
and submitted the nominations for trustees.
j. FL. Walker of Worcester spoke of the
need of revision in railroad tariff rates for
freight of animalS, especially in short dis.
taHces, and committee was appointed to con-
fer with railroad commissioners on the subject
&C. B. Pratt moved that the next annual fair
be held at Worcester. but a substitute by Mr..
Laid left that matter in the hands of the
executive officers.
The following trustees were elected:
Maine-R. Prince, G. r. Lancaster, B. F. Pease,
j. P. Bass.
New Hampshire-C. G. Shaw, S. G. Fisher, Ches.
ter Pike, T. G. james.
low.
Massachusetts-C. b. Pratt, Worcester; e. t.
Rowell, Lowell; j. G. johnson, S. NJ Wells. Albert
Doty, j. II. Learned, Wv. Vaughn, j. F. Brown,
L. Hazard, j. W. Rounds, E. A. Hopkins.
The annual dinner occurred this afternoon.
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DEATH IN A MINE.
Terrible Explosion of Gas which
Kills and Mains Many Miners.
A Pennsylvania Mine on Fire and Enor-
nous Loss Expected.

GALVESTON, Tex, Feb. 3.-A terrible ex-
plos1on of gas occurred yesterday in coal
mine near Savanna, Indian Territory. There
were several hundred miners working in the
mine at the time of the explosion. Three are
reported killed outright, SO were seriously
burned snd AZ slightly burned and otherwise
injured. The names of the killed are John
Horeston, VIM. Pax and Edward Griffith.
WHKEsBARRE, Pa, Feb. 3.-Fire broke out
this evening in shaft No. 2 of the Eberyal coal
mining company at Eberval. At midnight the
flames were spreading with great rapidity.
One hundred miners are now in the mine MS
ing every effort to check the flames, but 90 far
without avail. The loss will be enormous.
The Portland daily press., 1885-02-04
GENERAL NEWS.

Nathan F. Nixon of Westerly, r. l., has been
nominated for Congress in the second district to fill
the vacancy caused by the resignation of Jonathan
Chace, elected Senator.
New York capitalists have subscribed $4,000 to
Mt out an expedition to Alaska under command of
Lieut.. Schwatka. Ten thousand dollars more are to
be raised. ="
Justus Fl. Schwab, the notorious Socialist who
was arrested by the New York police Monday pight
for melting riot and assaulting an officer was ar
raigned yesterday and gave bail in $1,000.
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who furnished substitutes in the late civil war
are to be reimbursed by the State, voted that
the petitioners have leave to Withdraw. The
committee also voted ought not to pass on the
amendment to the militia law to increase the
Pay of the assistant adjutant general and assis-
tant quartermaster general. The committee
voted ought to pass on bill to incorporate the
trustees OF the LIST, 10th, 10th regiments. The
matter OF abolishing the major general of the
militia and staff was considered but no action
taken.
NOTES.
Gov Coburn's will was probat ed today in
6kowhegan, and allowed
Over 300 invitations have been sent out for
the reception here Thursday evening
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of $50. With these convenienees they feel
prepared, as never before, to carry on their
work.
Our young peoples organization, the Unity
Club, occupies the same hall. This club is al
ready having good effect upon the young
people. 1t has a membership of almost so.
Several of our young friends from Sebago Lake
and York's Corner attend. Last Monday
evening discussion was on the programme as
to whether intemperance or the sword had
caused the most misery. After much energetic
discussion and surprising show of talent and
research from the young people, the question
was put to vote the house was SO evenly di-
vided as to give but one majority. The club
edits journal twice month.
WATERvILLE.
Last Saturday evening, Waterville Council,
No. 4, of the United Fellowship, was instituted
at Grand Army Hall by w. A. Rice Of Ban
gor, Deputy Supreme Director, assisted hy H.
e. Marr, Deputy Supreme Guide. This makes
10 councils in Eastern Maine.
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DIR, E, R. REED.

Clairvoyant and Botanic Physician located
at No. 592 Congress Street, Portland, Maine
DIR. Reed treats old Chronic and Complicated dis
eases, also he treats Female Debility Blood Poison
Kidney Complaints, Liver Complaints, all Throat
Troubles. Rheumatism, Neuralgia, Dyspepsia, all
Lung Complaints, Heart Diseases, Cancers and Tu-
mors, all kinds of humors that flesh is heir to. He
also treats Fits and Spasms of all kinds such as
Epilepsy and all Nervous diseases leading to Insan
ty. Consultation free. Hours from a. m. to 12
M, from p. m. to 9 p. m. jan16sndtf
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STRANGE SCENE IN oHgRcH.
A Canadian Congregation Expresses Hts
Adherence Of the @Ynamitars

TORONTO, Feb. 2.-The Rev. d. j. Mac
donell, during the service in st. Andrews
church yesterday morning, created a sensation
by alluding to the battle of Shebacas Wells.
and related the incident of the charge of the
guardsmen to get water for the fighting men of
the square, who were dying of thirst. ',Thank
God" said the reverend gentleman, "that
such men lived who would die for their queen
and country and for their fellow men," AS
the minister, with flashing eye, called on the
God OF battles to protect the British soldiers
who were Sighting the cause of the risbteons
the organ pealed out, "God Save the Queen
and the congregation, who were greatly moved,
Joined in singing the old hymn. Before sing
ing the second verse, Mr.. Macdonell asked the
congregation to use the words "deyilish tricks
contempt for the misguided men who were
sacrificing lives and property by dynamite.
The whole service was very stirring, and will
not soon be forgotten by those present.
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YORK COUNTY NEWS.


Close of the 8. j. COurf-A Popular Judge
criminals Sentenced-Ofhef Matters.
Special to the Press.)
SACo. Feb. 3.-The January term of tbe S.
j. Court for York county which has been in
session in this city sinceJ anuary 9th, ,adiourned
at noon today. The term has been an inter-
estIDg one and large number of civil and
criminal cases have been disposed Of The
presiding judge, Hon. Enoch Foster, has
greatly endeared himself to the people of this
vicinity during his short soiourn. and will be
remembered not only as one of the most i'm
partial and honorable judges ever holding
court in this county, but as a gentleman pos
ssssng rare conversational ability and one
who is sure to make friends in social as we'll as
public life. He left on the afternoon trsin for
his home in Bethel.
The liquor offenders brought before Judge
Foster during the term have little reason, how
ever, for congratulation. With three excep-
tions, all their sentences were imprisonment to
the fullest extent of the law. In passing SEN
tence, he said: "While one section of the State
is asking for more law, will see if the present
laws, If properly enforced, would not be suffic-
ient.'
Warden Bean of the State prison is at the
Saco House tonight and tomorrow morning
will return with the following prisoners who
are to serve out sentences as follows:
Fred LIE Fleur. larceny, five years.
William Shepherd, arson, five years.
Frank Bickfora, assault and battery, three
years.
James A. Williams, adultery, one year.
Clara Goodwin, larceny, one year.
Clerk of Court James E. Hewey returns to
his home in Alfred tomorrow. He is q very
obliging and popular official.
State law and Order League.
(To the Associated Press.)
AUGUSTA, Feb. 3.-Ths State Law and
Order League hold brief meeting in Union
Hall at o'clock p. M. Messrs. Luce of Gard
iner, Nye of Augusta and Dow of Portland
were appointed committee to attend the
meeting of the temperance committee of the
Legislature at the State House this evening,
General Neal Dow said that the amendment
to the liquor law could not be CONDENSED and
no changes we're made.
Death from Bursting of "a Bleod Vessel.
THoMAsToN, Feb. 3.-Edwin Trowbridge,
Esq, died last night from breaking blood
vessel in the lungs. He leaves wife, son
who is at the Albany Law School, and
daughter, the wife of Hon, A. P. Gould.
PersonaI.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3.-Mrjor A. a. s
Davis, formerly of the Fsrmington, Me-,
Chgonicle, has recently been appointed proof
reader of the Congressional Record at the gov
ernment printing Office.
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MAINE.
THE COLDEsT DAY.


10 DeSress Below Zero at Bridgt0n- Sc
we're Weather Elsewhere i'm the State.
BRIDeToN, Feb. 3.-The mercury registered
40 below zero here at sunrise this morning.
CAMDEN, Feb. 3.-The roads are drfted SO
badly that the Searsmont stage driver left his
horses here this morning and started to walk
twelve miles with the mail bag on his back.
The Thermometer indicated 12o below zero.
THoMAsToN, Feb. 3-This has been the
codest day of this winter, the Thermometer
registering 19o below this morning. Roads are
badly driftAd
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Real Es1nto Trnn.fers.

The following transfers of real estate 10 this
county have been recorded at the Registry Of
Deeds:
Gray-Lydia Batchelder to Joseph Mcdonald,
land and buildings, $500.
Freeport-R II. Brown to E, b. Hallett land and
buildings, S1700.
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LEGISLATIVE NOTICE,

HEARING will be had before the Judiciary
IL Committe at their Committee Room, as fol-
lows: February 3, at p. m, order to change
the State Election from September to November;
on February 5, at p. m., on bill to Establish
State Board of Health. G. E. LITTLEFIELD
Sec. Jud. Com.
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LEGISLATIVE NOTICE.

AUGUSTA, Jan. 80, 1885.
Notice that hearing will be had before the Judc-
iary Committee at their Committee ROOM as
follows-On bill TO relieve the Grand Trunk rail-
way from certain taxation on Feb. 5, at 2 p. m.
On petition of E. Fl. Davis g. Ais to grant Port
land authority to establish Commissioners of Gem
eteries, Feb. 6, at Up. m. feb2snd5t
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oUAKIN, Jan. 3.-The Arabs made an attack
Upon Upon convoy sent to Kassala and stubborn
Arabs who left $50 dead upon the field. Ths
convoy lost 30 men killed,
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The Grand Trunk Railway, since the dyn-
amite scare, has adopted extensive measures to
guard Victoria bridge.
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LEGISLATIVE NOTICE.
Committee ON Interior Waters.

DETITION of Paul G. Blanchard and 142 others
Il for an Act to prevent the throwing of refuse
and waste material into the Royal River. Hearing
assigned for Thursday Feb. 8, Up. m.
G. W. SMITH, Chairman,
9. II. GILBERT,
ian1Qsnfd IRA IT RANnATT. caorafarv
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PRICE THREE CENTS.
Judge AppletOn,s Illness.

A Bangor despatch 10 the Boston Evening
Record OF Monday says:
Ex-Chief Justice John Appleton of this
city has been seriously i'll for more than two
weeks Every laudable effort has been used to
present the most favorable report possible in
regard to his condition. The fact, however, is
that to-day the state Of his health Is critical.
he has pleurisy, II not pneumonia, and to-day
medical consultations in regard to his situa-
tion have been held at his house. Out OF re-
gard to his family his condition has not been
fully stated by the press, but it ia useless
longer to try to ignore the fact Of the
serious nature Of his illness. Judge Apple.
ton was for 81 years member Of the Supreme
Court Of Maine, and 81 years Of the last part
Of that time he was chief justice. He retired
from the latter position in August, 1888, be-
cause Of the expiration Of his term of seven
years and because he was then over 70 years
of age. He was 80 years old last June. Since
he left the bench he has been connected with
the law Office Of Humphrey & Appleton, the
latter partner being his son, although not ac-
lively engaging in the practice Of law. He
has been hale and hearty until recently. He
has, perhaps done more to influence the legis-
lation of Maine, especially in regard to in
tsrested parties tsstifying in court than any
other man in the State.
Cro the Associated Press.)
BANGOR, Feb. 8,
Ex-Chief Justice John Appleton, whose
critical illness is causing much uneasiness
among his friends, is reported more comfort
able this evening.
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WEATHER INDICATIONS.

WASHINGTON. Feb. 4.
The indications for New Englsnd to-day are
fair weather, followed By partly cloudy
weather and light SHOWS, rising temperature,
falling barometer winds shifting to southerly.
METEOROLOGICAL REPoRT.
III. .27 2. MI
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RECORD OF FIRES.

A Large Portion of Burlington, o., IN
Ashes.
WHEELING, w. Va, Feb. "a courier this
morning from Burlington, o., reports thst the
town is burning down, and that 20 buildings
are IN ashes. Telephone and telegraph COM
munieation are cut off. The chief Of the fire
department. of this city has despatched an
engine and particulars are anxioasly awaited.