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The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1885-08-09

The genial Frank Holland, of the
Farm and Ranch, LETT tho Fort to-
night much TO the regret of his many
trends In this city.
Mr.. d. p. Cowen, Of Dallas, was in
town tO.days
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1885-08-09

\ German, whose uam0 could not DO
learned, had q miraculous escape from
death las; evening, He was employed
by Mr., Griffith, who resides near the
reunion grounds, TO clean out an old
well on the premises. AbluJ3 o'clock
Yesterday evening tho man descended
into tho well. lie had hardly reached
tho bottom when an immense mass OF
dirt ana rock caved in on him, bury.
Fiiu 0t least IS feet under the
gtyI.d. Men were Immediately
set To work TO e1csyate the
man from his porlous position. Toe
workers could plainly hear the uu-
fortunate man implOrng them TO re-
lease him from euch agOnies of pain.
4 force of 10 men worked s.eAdily,
throwing out dirt and rock until this
morning at O'Clock, when the man
was rescued from his painful position.
DIR. Durniger was Immediately called
aud found that no bones were
broken, but that he had
been feariully bruised. His
escape from ceatn Ia remarkable, and
can only be accounted for By the fact
that no was in an upright position
when the dirt fell, ana huge rock, n
short distance above him, fell on one
OF his shoulders aud remained there,
which kept the dirt from covering him
entirely M and causing death by SUI.
| location.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1885-08-09

tells his friends he hes undertaken
catching cruiae for the purpose OF es-
tablishing his vocal strength, SO that
he may he fitted to perform
prolonged platform work. In the
meantime he says any strain affects
his voice and he declines even to hold
conversation except OF short dura-
ton. Unbiased opinion prevails that
the eX-premier, Notwithstanding the
efforts no is making to add to his
strength, will be unable to take q
prominent part in the campaign.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1885-08-09

There were several robborles re-
ported at the reunion grounds last
night. Mir. B, ID, Long, OF Marlin,
who was euoampod on the grounds,
lost his vlhaa aud a lot OF clothes.
Several ladies had their pockets
picked ana lost small suus of money.
4 Mexican veteran wax relieved Of
Sl2 In cash and IL is reported that a
mau was dubbed Uy0r tho head by
some thieves, bu, his cries frightened
the villains away,
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1885-08-09
A HARD TASK.

General Stephenson, commander OF
the troops in Egypt, has been in
strncted to prepare plan for the re-.
lief of Kassa.a.
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Wsltham.
Plenty Of ram Of late.


Plenty of ram Of late.
School in lower district began its fall
term last week, with Miss Lena Macomber
of Franklin, as teacher.
School in upper district will commence
Aug. 81.
Mr.. Emery Hastings of Boston. son of
Joseph Hastings, is at home on visit.
Mrs. Butler Grant is now in Lamoine
teaching school there.
MIR. and Mrs. Elmer Kingman and
daughter are now in Clinton, Mass, visiting
relatives and friends.
Miss Addie Woodard. who has been
stopping at Mrs. A. Hsslam's, is now visit
ing a, Eastbrook. 1t will be remembered
that Miss Woodland. last spring. went to
Massachusetts, for medical treatment in
about three months she returned home and
is now rapid, regaining her former health
this is regarded as almos, a miracle by her
relatives and friends.
Mrs. VIM Brown OF Ellsworth Falls
is spending this week visiting her sister,
Mrs. S. b. Giles Of this town.
Miss Ida Cook, besides giving lessons
class Of girls in vocal music They meet
once a week in the church.
A large quantity Of blueberries are
daily carried to Lamcne from this place.
and rlden; Alden. John and Moses Has
lam have each been freigh,iug them. Ber
rles Of all kinds have been yer. plenty this
season and il was not ill every dish that
could be spared was filed. that our people
though, of shipping them.
Miss Maria Hutcnin. Of Hancock. is
visiting at Gilman Jordan's.
S. b. CHESS new house is rapidly going
up into the air : the ohimneys are 10 be built
this week. Mr.. Giles has q good stable
which was built not long since, which he will
move beside the new house.
The work on the bridge over Union
river is now being pushed forward under the
direction Of road surveyor, Mr.. Frank Jor-
dan. Mr.. Jordan hopes 10 make the repairs
without preventing the passage Of teams
Elder Woodcock held service. yester-
day hers and al Tiden and Eastbrook. The
meetings attended by eoodly number
and several have risen for prayers.
- he nay crop - about stored, SIN We
occasionally see a struggling load Of meadow
hay pass by. The farmers Will have enough
and to spare" this season. Gram is looking
nice and potatoes promise fair crop, also
beans and other farm product,-very little
second crop grass viii be cut.
A company Of ladies' met on Aug. Is,
a, Increase Jordan's for the purpose Of quilt
ing two quilts, one for Miss Neitie, which
was friendship quilt and the other for Miss
Let,ie, which was complete with ''999'
squares. A goodly amount OF work was
done, after which an excellent supper Was
partaken Of In the early par, OF the even
ing the boy." arrived in time TO share the
general good time also to assist in making
way with the inch treat" which was pro-
vided for the occasion.
We wish ae had more news 10 com
n.unicate, but YOU see Mr.. Eiitor W
have no steamer "Roekiand' making daily
trips. excursions. etc no N omical Brown
comes here there are no BURBERRY or fish
factories, etc. to write about a. doth your
excellent Ess, Lsmoine e.pondenr; but
give us credit according 10 our resources, IS
all We ask.
Aug. ~. J. H. II.
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very appropriate and interesting remarks as
TO the mission of Mr.. Became and the duties
and privileges of the people. Liberal views
in regard to religious matters seem quite
prevalent among our people.
A Sabbath school was formed here two
weeks ago and last Sabbath quite large
and interesting school was held. Some
dozen or more new books were added to its
library. being q gin from Mrs. Hardy. The
school has been very fortunate as to its
library, as quite a number Of requests in
books have been made to it heretofore by
various benevolent persons.
Mrs. Lizzie Shaw returned home Sat-
urday. from visit to relatives and friends
in Bangor and Castine.
Mrs. Jane Freeman from Salem, Mass,
is visiting her sister, Mrs. Taft.
BY the advertisements, learn that
"That Comical Brown" will give an enter
tainment at fremont Hall. in this village
next Saturday evening, Aug. 20. Brown
and bis troupe have been giving entertain-
ments for quite number of years with great
success, aud advise oil those who love
music and fun to go and hear "komical
Brown
Aug. "a.
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STATE OF MAINE.

At "A Court Of Probate held at Ellsworth, with.
in and for the county OF Hancock, on the second
Wednesday of Aug, A. D., lSs5,
pETfrioNS having been presented by A. +.
/ Burnham, of Ellsworth a creditor for the
appointment Of himself Administrator upon the
estates of William Hopkins late of Ellsworth, de
ceased and Margaret Monaghan late OF said Ellis
worth, deceased.
oRpEREp-That the Petitioner give notice to all
persons Interested by causing copy of this Order
of Court thereon, to be published three weeks
cessively in the Ellsworth American, a newspaper
printed published in Ellsworth. that they NAV
appear ut a Probate Court to he held at Bucksport
In said county, on the second Wednesday of Sept
next, at ten o'clock In the forenoon, ami shew
cause. II any they have, why the prayer of said
petition should not be granted.
q. I. CUNNINGHAM, Judge.
Attest ,-CHAs. y. DORR, Register.
y true copy, Attest :-CHAs. r. DoRR, Register.
3w4.
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Mr.. Robert H. Greene, of Harvard Medi-
cal School. Boston, is visiting his sister, Mrs.
| A. p. Wiswe for few days.
| Miss Sue Reese, OF Mississippi, aud Miss
Jennie and Miss Alice Reese Of Lowell. Mass,
are visiting their sister, Mrs. A. F. Drink
water, in this city.
Capt. Charles Deering has secured sub
scription of $4,000 out of a proposed s25O, 600
for the building OF new steamship. to run
direct between Boston and Bar Harbor.
We have received the annual circular of
the Portland Business College, issued by l.. A.
Gray, A. NJ, Principal and Instructor The
COURSES of instruction are very thorough and
complete.
-Messrs. J. 7. Eldridge & Co.'S store was
entered early SUNDAY night, by two bows whose
nsme> are suppressed, and a small amount Of
goods stolen. An officer was notified and the
goods recovered.
-Messrs. J. T. Eldridge & Co., have secured
the sole agency for this city and vicinity for
the labor saving pendulum churn. 1t Is auto
mstic and so simple in construction that
child can easily operate it.
Baron de Strive. the Russian Minister to
the United States, Hon. James G.. Blaine and
wife General j. Schuyler Crosby. late First
Assistant Postmaster eneral, have been
visiting at the residence of Senator Hale.
". II. & II. +. Davis advertise closing
out >slo OF the balance OF their stock Of car
ria-'> at cost. They propose To make quick
work in closing out and il YOU want car
ria-e Of any kind you should not lose this OPP
portunity.
The annual cncampment Of the Eastern
Division OF the G. A. r., will occur Sept. %.
. and a, in Greenville, where the tents will
b' pitched in field in the vicinity OF the Lake
House and overlooking the Lake. Reduced
rates will be given on the railroads.
We were in error In stating that the cot
iase of Mr.. +. J. Swan. at Hancock Point was
FOR sale. He has rented II during this sum
mcr hat expects to occupy il with his family
during the next season. Although pleased
with their new home in Dakota. Mr.. and Mrs.
swan intend 10 spend their summers In Maine.
4 mstch game OF base ball was played In
this eit! TUESDAY afternoon. between the
Naplewood, of Bangor. and the College nine
u1 ihi- city. The score al the end Of the ninth
inning stood 10 and 10, and the Mapewood-
refused from some cause 10 play the tenth
inning. thus giving the game to the Ellsworth
BOYS.
Mr.. J. ". Gould. wholesale dealer In fruit,
confectionery. tobacco, &c, will commence. on
Monday next. the manufacture Of confec-
u"nery, in rooms connected with biz store In
CooHhs' Block. Mr.. Gould's brother, who
ha> been at work In Bangor for some wears.
VIII have charge OF the manufacturing depart
ment.
The County Commissioners have wisely
decided to change the location OF the jail to
the lot occupied by the new County building.
II Will he situated on the south side OF the lot
next 10 The property owned by Mrs. A. h.
Squirting. Thi, will certainly make It more
convenient than il would have been on the
former site. Work on the new Jail will be
commenced at once.
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~ a Court Of Probate held nj Ellsworth, within
and for the county OF Hancock. on the second
Wednesday OF Aug, 4. u. ISIS.
A petition having been presented for ad.
n minis,ration on the estate Of William
Benson, late Of Brooksvilie, In said county, de
ceased.
pRntREn-That the Petitioner give notice to
aii persons interested by causing a copy of this
order oftour thereon. Ia be published three weeks
successfully In the Ellsworth American, n news
paper printed or published In Ellsworth, that they
may appear At Probate Court Ia be held ut Bucks.
port, IN said county, on the second Wednesday
of sept next. At ten O'Clock In the forenoon. and
Shcw cause. II any they have. why the prayer
Of said petition should not Ice granted.
o. +. CUNNINGHAM, Judge.
Attest .-CHAs. +. DoRR. Register.
true copy, Attest .-tHAs. l.. DoRR, Register.
3w3t.
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swans Island.
This is the time for picnic excursions
and this island the goal of picnic parties
The Methodists of Rockland came the first
week of August and the Free Baptists Of
the same city came last week. Some roamed
the woods and shores, some hired teams and
rode about the islsnd. some swung and
lunched in the grove, Others dined at the
Bay View. All seemed 10 enjoy the day
and returned in good spirits on steamer
Mt. Desert.
We have beautiful cool weather here
while our friends on the coast Of the main
land are sweltering with heat. l wonder
that no more summer tourists are here this
season to enjoy the delicious GOODNESS Of the
sea breeze, the good cheer and comfortable
rooms at the Bay View, the beautiful scenery
of the island, the boating, riding and walk
ing here. with only fraction Of the cost of
living at Bar Harbor. But only few have
| discovered the fact that Swans Island is a
delightful summer resort, but those who
| spend the summer here find their health,
both mental and physical, much invigorated
| by this bracing ocean air. When you have
stayed at Bar Harbor till your purse is get
ting small and you are tired Of gayety, then
come here and rest and refresh yourself.
Aug. IL. c.
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Deer Isle.
Efforts are being made to raise the
Kate MeClintock" as the diver reports
only Sigh damages done TO the vessel. She
is sunk off Dumping Island ledge at east
ern end of Deer Isle Thoroughfare.
Last Sabbath was Rev. c. H. Gates
second Sabbath at Searsport where be Is
preaching on trial Edward Allen supplies
the pulpit here during our pastors absence.
Everett S. Haskell has purchased Capt
Jasper Haskell's house near "Great Rock.
Miss, Cora II. Small is at home from
Georgetown, Mass, for a short vacation.
and is boarding with Mrs. Hez. X. Haskell.
1t is expected that large crowd will
60 to Northport on "Campmeeting exeur-
sion" by steamer Queen City on Thursday.
Besides the buildings already in pro-
cess of erection at Green's Landing there
are many proposed changes. Capt. Stephen
Barbour will build a dwelling house. Robert
knowlton intends making large addition
to his residence. John Barbour is having
the outside of his house finished. Bangor
parties are talking Of building summer cot
tages on the mountain which overooks the
village and has magnificent outlook from
Mt. Desert on the east TO the Fox Islands
on the west, the Isle au Haul with very
many small islands bearing south and an
unobstrueted ocean view beyond.
10. U.
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as the fish pond is, it is the most popular,
the most frequented and the most famous
evening resort at Mt. Desert, and its name
has passed into history. As it is supposed
to be the role of man always to yield mooted
points to the gentler sex. il is hoped that he
will not neglect his role in recognizing this
explanation of the origin OF "Rodick's Fish
poui ~
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West Gosldsboro.
Last Sunday afternoon religious ser
vice was held at our Hall in this village.
The sermon was by Rev. S. C. Beane, based
upon the text, "For determined not to
know anything among you, save Jesus Christ
and him cruciied." The discourse vas very
eloquent and forcible, and was listened to
with marked attention during its delivery
by the large and intelligent congregation
present. At the close of the services Rev.
W. H. Savary who was present made some
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1885-08-27
He Told the Truth +!

was troubled with Liver Complaint for
Years. and suffered terribly. Lake the drug
gist advised me TO take sulphur Btters. took
three bottles and now ! am well man.-L.
Fenner, Waterbury. Conn.
The best medical authorities acknowl-
edge the value OF Ayers Carthartc Pills, and
frequently prescribe their use with the utmost
confidence. As the mos, etreciual remedy for
diseases caused by arrangements OF the stom-
ach liver aud bowels.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1885-08-27

Brookiin
Farmers have their ma, crop in in excel
lent condition, and generally more than last
year and Of much better quality.
The weir fishermen so far report a very
small catch. hence not so much to do al the
factory as usual.
Quite q large amount of blueberries
have been received and put up at the factory.
AMI that has helped TO give employment 10
part Of the hands.
i. II. Alden has his house boarded and
shngied and Is now clapboarding the walls.
and stoned ready for the frame of the house
he intends putting up this fall
Quite business at the rink
Last Sabbath a part, Of some twenty
fNr of thlrl, came down from the cottages
A. lltt.e Deer Isle to attend church. among
whom We were glad 10 greet our old time
friend Mr. A. C. Siockin of BOSTON, the gen
ia. y. f. Agent for the Harper Bros. pub
locations also Hon. Mr. Nose of Bangor,
and others. SCRIPT.
Aug. Il.
BIuehill.
beg days, aud We get heavy showers
on short notice.
Rev Mr. Hsrwood preached in the
Baptist Church. Sunday.
Miss Nellie Ev.leih is visiting her
parents, Rev Mr.. and Mrs. E,eleth, after an
absence of nearly Two wears
-Dr C. II. Osgood and family of New
tor Corner. Mass, are boarding a, Mr..
Augustus Peters The DIR. has bought f..
+. Chase's boat. and fitted her up nicely :;
and he also caught ,hlrty-two trout IN one
day in Moves Pond.
-"Comcal Brown" had very pocr at
tendance here last Tuesday evening.
-Chas Tenney Esq, of Stoughtor.,
Mass. With his wife. son, and two daug hters.
Is visiting his uncle, Rev. Mr.. Eseleth, and
other friends here, they will probably take
IN Bar Harbor.
Miss Myra Tenney is an excellent
pianist, and played the organ in the Baptist
Church at Union service held there on a
recent Sunday evening.
MIR. Alfred Staples has been doing a
rushing business in buying blueberries for
market; he pays cents aquart, and IN the
past ten DAYS has sold one hundred dollars
worth One family has earned over twenty
dollars in picking them.
-Plcnics and excursions are raging in
full blast, and afford much entertainment for
those who participate IN them.
The G. A. r. boys had very good
attendance at their ice cream sociable Fri
day evening, and took about 500, for which
they ieel very grateful to their many friends
A party of eighteen friends and rel
atiyes took dinner and tea with Mr.. and
Mrs. Austin Stevens last Friday and had O
very enjoyable time.
Quite number Of the Post "boys'
made visit to Ransom Sperry, last Sunday.
He is in pitiable condition, one side Of his
cheek is completely eaten away by the can
Ger, and il is with much difficulty that he
takes nourishment and that only in liquid
form. Dr. Grindle is attending him, to
keep him as comfortable as possible.
The maekere in the bay won't bite
. worth cent.
Mr.. r. B. Peters has not so many
boarders as he had last week, but he has g
horse to feed that he does not own.
We hear that the son of Benjamin
Clay ho put a charge of shot into his an
kle some months ago is now doing quite
we'll. ROB.
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AMI for the county of Hancock. the second
Wednesday Of Aug. \. II. lssi.
A petition having been presented for Ad-
n ministratinn pn the estate 81 Sarah tonary
late Of EluchiIl. deceased
ORDERED - That the Petitioner give notice 20 all
p"r4nns interested by causing copy Of thlz
bricr Of Court thereon IL DC published
hTc" WEEKS >uCcrs-iyclv In the Ellsworth Amrri
ran. a newspaper printed or published In Ei--
worth. that they may appear ., a Probate Court
O. hc held at Hucksport, In said county, the
second Wednesday nf sept. ncNtat ten o'Clek In
the forenoon, anil ,hcw cause, II any they have,
why the prayer Of >aii petition should not lee
granted.
3w8ls -. T. CUNNINGHAM Judge.
Attest -Cuis. +. puRR. Register.
: true copy, Attest .-tHAs. +. DoKR. Register.
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LOCAL NOTICES.
ADVICE TO MOTHERS.

Are you disturbed at night and broken of your
rest by sick child suffering and crying with pain
of cutting teeth II So send at once and get bot.
tie OF MRS WINsLow's SOOTHING SYRUP FOR
CHILDREN TEKTiiNG Its value Is incalculable.
II win relieve the poor little sufferer Immediately.
Depend upon IL, mothers, there Is mistake
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regulates the stomach and bowels, cures wind
collie, softens the gums reduces Inflammation. and
gives tone and energy TO the whole system. MRS.
WNsLow's SOOTHING SYRUP FOR CHILDREN
TEETHING is pleasant To the taste, and Is the pre-
scription of one of the oldest and best female
nurses and ply sicans In the United States and Is
for sale by all druggists throughout the world
Price - cents bottle. lyrg2
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Nervous Dcbilttate,l Men.

You are allowed free trail Of thirty days OF
the use OF DIR. Dyes Celebrated Voltaic Belt
with Electric Suspensory Appliances, for the
speedy relief and permanent cure of Nervous
Debility. loss OF Vitality and Manhood. and all
kindred troubles. Also, for many other
diseases. Complete restoration 10 health,
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incurred. Illustrated pamphlet. with full
information. terms, etc, mailed free by adj
dressing Noltaic Belt Co., Marshall, Mich.
iyr52
To Base Ball payers-A full line Of Base
balls. Bats, Gaps and Belts just received at J.
A. Iiale's Book Store
holsters Highway surveyors Books, Nal-
ua,ion Books and Collectors Tax List Books.
also Revised Statutes OF Maine, latest Ed
ton: also a new stock OF Wall Papers. Opaque
Window shades and fixtures. Just received
and for sale at j. A. Hale'S Book Store, Ellis
worth.
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CADH, Ar Aug. Is, sch MARY Lord, smith,
Savannah.
ST; JOHN Ar. Aug. Is, sch. Post Boy. Colt,
Castine.
kiNGsIoN. JA.-Sld. Aug. 6. sch. Kate Went
worth, Brophy, Pedro Gays and Hampton
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THE subscriber hereby gives public notice Ia all
l. concerned. that she has been duly appointed,
and has taken upon herself the trust of an Ad-
mini-tratrtX Of the Estate of Horatio Allen,
late Of t,ouldz'oru in the county Of iIanC,rk ii,
ceased, by giving bond n the law iircct. -hc
therefore requests all persons " no arc indebted
:" thc -aid trT"a~si'- estate. To make immediate
payment aHd thn-c who have any demands
thereon Ia exhibit the same for payment
EHDhA n ALLEN.
August II, ISs5. Jw3i.
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THE subscriber hereby gives public notice to al
i concerned. that he has been duly appointed
and has taken upon himself, the trust Of an Adj
mnistrator, Of the Estate OF Margaret Sheehan,
late of Bncksport, in the county of Han
cock, deceased, by giving bond as the law
directs; he therefore requests all persons who are
indebted to the said deceascds estate, TO make
immediate payment, and those who have any de.
mands thereon to exhibit the same Tor pa Inent
j L. BUCK.
August IL, 1856 3wg.