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The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1885-06-24
Dartmouth college.

Edwin II. Allen, from Alfred Me-, has been
confined to his room for several weeks, but
will be able to graduate with his class and
though his sickness has prevented his taking
final honors in German and French, yet he
will be able to get sthem as soon as he can
take the required examination.
d. o. Bean, from Limington, Me-, has
taken final honors in mathematics, and also
the prize of $50 for general improvement
during the course.
Of $24 given by Hon. j. W. Grimes, of iowa,
for excellence in English composition.
Competitive speaking for the Rollins and
Morse and the Lockwood prizes took place
Monday evening.
PROGRAMME.
Prayer by the President.
Musle cadet Band OF Boston,
Herbert G. Gross, Oakland, Me. - 49,
Death of Robespierre ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS.
Albert j. Thomas, Sandy Hill, ".
The Eloquence of Revolutionary Periods .
VIM. II. Taylor, Wheelock, vt.
National Character. .,....................
Frank o. Loyeland, Norwich, vt.
Eulogy on Hamilton. .uu..o'
Rliphalet f. Philbrick, Concord, N. H.
Websters Greatest Effort.
Stephen G. Emerson, Kennebunk, Me-
Inyectye Against Cory
John P. Tucker, Boston, Mass
The Raven NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. ..s...a......
Richard Hovey, Washington, D. G.
Music.
Plea for Dartmouth College ..................
Ernest j. Edwards, Lowell, Mass
The Washington Monument. ......................
Henry W. ThurstOn, Barre, Vt
Eulogy on Garrison. .....:...................
Arthur D. Hawley, Bristol, Conn.
Grit. Forlace P. Cleaves, Kennebunk, Me.
The lockwood prize of $35, for dramatic
speaking, was won by Hovey.
The prizes for oratorical speaking were
won, first of $50, by Hawley; second, $40,
by Thomas; third, $50, by Cleaves, and the
fourth of 800 by Emerson.
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Knights of puthias

Grand Keeper of Records and Seal Chute
extends most cordial invitation to the
visiting Knights to visit his Office and
Pythian Hall, nearly opposite the Preble
House, during the remainder of the week,
from a. IN. to 12m
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MARRIAGES.

In Deerng, June %, by Rev. E. M, Cousins,
VIM H. Bragdon and Miss George Weeman both
of Scarbor0.
In Belfast, June 8, George A. Quimby and Miss
Adelaide L. Chase.
In Burnham June 6, Albert A. Dickey and Mrs
Ida M. Crosby
In Ellsworth May %, Ernest E. Gatchen and
Minnie A. Milliken.
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A Fish story

Capt. Leander Marshall of the schooner
Lizzie Bradley, while on his last cruise fish
Ing from Port Clyde, caught fish and upon
his throwing it upon the deck of his vessel
the fish threw from its stomach fiye-cent
nickel 90 r
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The Portland Transcript

This week contains, beside its usual variety
Of literary and news matter, two columns of
Facts about Portland" for the information
of our Grand Army visitors. Copies may be
had of the newsdealers and at the Transcript
office, A Exchange street
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DEATHS.

In Cape Elizabeth, June %, William Caletf
Funeral service this Wednesday afternoon at
3 O'clock.
In saco, June H. John F. Wilkinson, aged 81
years 2 months.
In Saco, June 49, Mrs Lydia Clark, aged 81
yearS,-wid0w of the late Morris Clark.
In Dresden, June 13, Mrs. William Carney, aged
70 years
The funeral service of the late Samuel Richards
will take place this Wednesday morning at 8 o'clk
at his late residence, No 1857 Congress street
Burial at North Windham.
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SCROFULA

Turks in the blood Of nearly every one, in many
cases inherited. Its severcst form is that OF run
ming sores on the arms, legs or feet. Bunches in
the glands Of the neck, pimples eancerous
growths, swollen joints and thickening of the
upper lip, are other symptoms. Hoods Sarsapa-
rlla has had wonderful success in curing Scrofula
1t thoroughly eradcates the humor from the
blood, and gives it new vitality and richness.
Albert Estes % East Pine Street, Lowell, Mass
had been troubled with Scrofulous Humor from
boyhood, and in the summer of 1884 had large
running sore on his leg. On taking Hoods
Sarsaparilla the sore gradually disappeared, and
he has had no indication of the humor since.
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YOUR LIVER

Secretes the bile and is one of the most important
organs of the human system. Jaundice, Indges-
ton, Dyspepsia, Foul Stomach, Variable Appetite
Sallow Complexion, Constipation and all the ills
that accompany it, are all indications of Liver
Complaint
II had a severe case of Liver Complaint with
habitual constipation; my appetite would be good
one day and poor the next, my eyes showed evil
dence of Jaundce, and had a tired, uncomforta-
bic feeling; l bought one bottle of Browns Sarsa-
parilla 1t regulated my liver and bowels so that
their action is as good as ever. My general health
is now good. owe it all to the use of Browns
Sarsaparilla.
HON. B. B. THOMAS,
Treas. Penobscot Co,
Bangor, Me.
MIR. E. COBB, one OF the most prominent mer-
chants of Bangor, has suffered from liver trouble
for two years. Mr. Cobb has consulted good ply
sicians taken various remedies but got little or
no assistance until he began the use of Browns
sarsaparilla He says it is the best thing for Liy-
er Complaint that ever came to his notice, and
freely recommends it to his friends.
81 was all out of fix this Spring." said Mr.. L. 0.
OAKS, merchant at Garland Me. 81 read some of
the testimonials bought some of Browns sarsap-
arila, took one bottle, and am to-day better than
1 have been for years. recommend Browns
sarsaparilla above all medicines have as know
it to be good.''
READER!-If you have any trouble with your
kidneys you can find certain relief for it by us
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Strangers in strange place
Frequently have purchases
To make,
1t may be a
Tooth Brush or pair of
Gloves, a
Clean Shirt or
Doll to take home to
Child.
They may need pair of
Socks or Skein of
Yarn, q
Pack of Cards, a pair of
Lace Curtains or
Paper of Pins.
We keep almost
Everything.
i two varieties are made we have the
Best.
If five
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The two best
Trash we do not have.
AS regards
Prices,
The same goods may be sold as cheap
Elsewhere
But not cheaper
If we know it
Consequently
People who buy of us can rely upon
The right prices
And feel
That they will not be
Imposed upon.
Strangers are always
Welcome.
Our Stock is
Interesting.
1t will seem different from
Stocks in other Stores.
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MISCELLANEOUS.
National Council of Administration

The National Council of Administration
met at the Aldermen's room, City Building
yesterday morning After a brief session
the Council adjourned until Wednesday, at 9
o'clock a. m.
Entitled to Seats In the Encampment.
The number of delegates and members en-
titled to seats in the encampment is I724, di-
vided as follows:
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Portland & OgdenSburg R. R.
ExcuFS1onS
10
WHITE MOUNTAINS. MONTREAL and QUEBEC

will be available at the following extremely low
rates during the National Encampment.
The Excursion to CraWfords or FabyanS & Return
can be accomplished any day-leaving Portland
on 1926 A. NJ traiu-having from to 5 hours at
Crawfords or Fabyans for sight seeing and return
ing to Portland at 500 p. nj.
The tickets for White Mountain Excursions are
good, however, to July 9th, and stop overs will be
allowed at any desired point EN- route.
Portland to Crawfords or Fabyans and Re-
turn ..--.--.-..- -.-.....--..S Z.0O
g Bethlehem and return. $50
" Profile House and Return..... 4.50
6 Summit Mt. Washington and
Return. ................. $50
" Summit Mt Washington and
Return, via Carriage Road
and Glen Station. .......... 900
Z" Summit Mt. Washington and
Return, via Gorham and
Grand Trunk Railway .....,.. 1000
g Newport. Lake Memphrema-
cog and return. .............-. 800
g Montreal and Return. 7.5O
=" Quebec and Return. ........ $50
q Montreal & Return via Quebec IL 80
Newport and Return to Boston $50
I" Montreal and Return to Boston 11.5O
z" Quebec and Return to Boston,. 1900
Montreal and Quebec and Re
turn to Boston. ............... 1000
Full information in regard to above trips may be
obtained at No. 40 Exchange street, at Depot
Ticket Offices of p & r. r. or at General Ticket
Office, SIT Commercial Street.
je24d3t CHAS. II. FOYE, G. T. A.
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The kentucky Delegation.

The Kentucky delegation is composed Of
the following persons, with headquarters at
the Falmouth Hotel:
james G. Niche, Department Commander
D. o. Riley, Senior Vice Commander; 0. A.
Reynolds, Junior Vice Commanders Samuel
I. Jack, Council of Administration; VIM.
Bowman and Philip II. Keene, Delegates
Mrs. NJ. /. Reynolds, President w r. G.. :;
Mrs. j. G. Niche, Secretary w. R. c.; Mrs.
S. I. Jack, Chaplain W. r. c.. Mrs. Manser
and daughter, Miss Fanny Monty and May
Niche, Of Covington; Charles Reynolds and
Lyle Reynolds, Covington
The delegation is accompanied by the
Newport Drill Corps, of VIM. Nelson Post.
The corps is commanded by Capt Keene,
Past Commander Of the Post and numbers
II men
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Who Went to the Front.

Standing ON the reviewing stand yesterday
as the long line of men who honor our city
by their presence filed passed. one could not
help noticing and rejecting upon the char
acter of the men who twenty years ago left
all that was dear to them behind and went
forward to do battle for their country. The
line yesterday were men of brains and char
acter-the very hope and promise of the
land. They We're men whose very presence
would give character even to a field of battle,
and it is such as they who are our guests
may they have the consolation of knowing
that their brave deeds are gratefully remem-
beTed, and that the story of their achieve
ments will be handed down to our children's
children
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Entitled to Seats in the Encampms

tILItU 10 StdCS III q
yided as follows:
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j. M. DYER & CO.,
5ll Congress Street.
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MUSIC BOOKS

For High Schools Gas 9f So cfs BY Song L.
Emerson. Good instructions, and the best Of
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03
The 25th Great st. Louis Fair.

Opens Monday, October 5th, aud con-
tinues for six days. The revision Of the
premium list, which has jast been com
pleted, contains 24 departments and
$4,000 is offered in premiums. The
management are erecting 200 rev horse
stables, 800 cattle stalls, SEQ sheep and
swine pens, a poultry house for 5000
fowl and nineteen exhibition halls in
addition to those already upon the
ground. The Yelled Prophets will par
ade Tuesday, October 6, and the Trades
procession Thursday, October 8. The
streets will be illuminated by electric
calcium lights together with 10000
gas jets. $40O, coo has just been cx-
pended on Improvements and G5 acres
added to the ground. Races will be
given over the new mile track every day
during the Fair week. Two car loads
of lyons, tigers. monkeys, tropical birds,
herbivorous animals and veDomous rep
tiles, will be added to the geological
garden as special attraction to the
Fair. A rate Of one fair for the round
trip has been made by all railroads run
ming within 500 miles Of st. Louis.
Any Of cur subscribers desiring copy
premium list will receive one free by
addressing Festus j. Wade, Secy., 718
Chestnut ST., St. Louis, No., and stat
ing they are subscribers cf this paper.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

A new map of southwest Kansas has
Just reached our table, which is very
valuable publication. 1t gives the coun-
ty lines as established last winter; all
the new towns laid out, and also a full
description of the country; brief synor-
sis of the country, &C., &c. For sale
at cents per copy postage paid by
Bennett & Smith, Land Attorneys,
Garden City, Kansas, who are the pub
lishers.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

A Gypsy Social was held by the
Episcopal church in Nickerson, and
this is the way it was done, as the Ar
COSY says:
There is to be an encampment of Gyp-
sizes and among this tribe viii be foand
two fortune tellers, vino will tel, for
tunes by palmistry and cards. They
will al! be dressed in custom, will pitch
their tents, and light their camp fires.
Green corn Will be cooked and served
hot. Ham sandwiches and coffee, lee
cream and cake will be found among
the Refreshments. A platform will be
erected and dancing will be in order,
with good music in attendance. The
proceeds will be used to plaster the
church. 4 coriial invitation is extend
Ct, ~ all.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03
NOTICE.

To all whom it may concern. here
by give notice that on the Sd day of
July, 1885, I fled suit in the district
court of Wheeler county, Texas, against
my wife, Carrie r. Raths for divorce
from the bonds of matrimony heretofore
existing between ns, and that from and
after said 3D. day Of July, 1885, shall
not pay any debts or in any manner re-
spect any contract made by said Carrie
Il. Rath, and any person dealing with
her, will do so at their own peril.
Mobeetie, Texas. July 10th, 1885.
aug27. CHARLES RATH.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

In order to make an exhibit of the
products of this county, we will re-
ceive at our Office in Dodge City, for
GO days from this date, samples of corn,
wheat and potatoes, and to the person
furnishing the best samples Of either of
these products raised on his own land.
in Ford county, we will send a copy of
any one of the Dodge City papers for
one year. We will be glad to receive
samples of other products with state
ment of yield. FINLAY & MILTON.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Miss Mary Madden, who has been
waiting on the table at the Dodge
House, for year or two past, was the
recipient of fine present on Monday
last, from the regular boarders of the
hotel. The present consists Of a pair
of ear rings and brooch and finger ring,
valued at $50. The boarders express
in this substantial manner their appre-
citation of Mary's kindness and atten-
ton to them.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Four gentlemen from Ironton, Ohio
were in Cimarron last week. These
men represented 200 families who dc
sire to locate IN Kansas. They return
ed home to make arrangements for the
immigration of 600 families, so the
Cimarron Herald says. They propose
to locate north of Cimarron.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Hi Kollar, the well-known cattleman,
purchased breaking plow this week,
and lest he should be taken for gran
ger, he informed the dealer that he
wished to plow fire guard. Hi will
make a good granger vet.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

The probabilities are that the grass
in this country will be destroyed by the
frosts of early winter 1t is now the
end of August and the grass is as green
and fresh as at any time of the season,
says the Mobeetie Panhandle. The
Panhandle advises stockmen to put up
hay.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

The Russian Mulberry is recommend
ed as good hedge plant. One year
old plants, set two or three feet apart,
is about the average width in planting.
The Russian Mulberry makes rapid
growth, and stands the dry weather. 1t
makes beautiful, durable and orna-
mental hedge 1t is thornless and fur
nishes berries as fruit. A gentleman
In this county, having had experience,
recommends the planting of Russian
Mulberry trees, for hedge and forest.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

B. F. Cox, of Fowler City, was in
Dodge on Saturday. Mr.. Cox is Treas
urer of the Fowler City Town Company.
He is genial gentleman. He has faith
in the outcome of Fowler City.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Fowler City is to have bank. The
Graphic says: Mr.. o. L. Hurd, of
Winfield, is building business room
between Andrews and Sweets. When
completed, it will be occupied by Mr.
Hurd himself, as banker and broker.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03
FOR SALE.

\ printing Office, in live thriving
town in one of the best agricultural
regions in Kansas. A good business
established and will bear investigation.
Reason for selling, business pressure OF
present proprietor. For particulars,
call on, or address, STRAUSS & STAT
zELL, Real Estate Agents, Fowler City,
Kansas. aug2O-3w.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

The dedication of the new Baptist
church will take place on Sunday, Sep
tember 18th. The organ, bell and pews
have been received, and the church
building will be completed on the day
of dedication. The church building is
one of the largest and finest in Western
Kansas.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Daniel Watson, charged with shoot
ing D. Beathon. at Cimarron, had a
hearing before Judge Cook, on Satur-
day, and was bound over in the sum of
$4,000 for his appearance at the Dis
trict Court in November.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Mr.. johnson, an uncle of &. NJ. Hoov-
er, is in the city this week. Mr.. John
son is accompanied by his daughter, a
young lady suffering with asthma They
intend sojourning a while in Colorado.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03
Hoover Building, Dodge City, Kas.

J. McCollister is an applicant for the
position of postmaster at Spcareville.
Myer Lawrence was appointed, as was
announced, but some dissatisfaction has
arisen, and two more applicants have
entered the field. 1t is said that Law
renee was appointed through Petition 8
efforts. Petition, We are informed, is
doing postoffice brokerage business in
Washington.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

The elocutionary readings by Miss
NJ. P. Spencer, of the State Normal
School, in this city Friday evening last,
were first class and were highly appre-
ciated by the large audience present.
Miss Spencer is fine elocutionist and
her readings were highly complimented.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Inspector Drake, of the postofice de-
partment, was in the city this week.
He is making an inspection tour and is
visiting all Of the postoffices where new
postmasters have taken charge. He
found the Dodge City postofice in good
shape.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Henry Sturm intends erecting three
additional brick stores adjoining the
present houses just finished. His two
new store buildings are fine structures
and reflect credit on his enterprise and
the workmanship of the contractor, Mr..
Struble. The buildings would be an
ornament and credit to any city.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

In the Crooked Creek valley twice
the quantity of hay will be cut this
year over last year. Six years ago, in
the vicinity of Pearlette, ground that
furnished but four Or FIVE tons Of hay
will now yield 400 tons. The blue
stem is spreading out RAPIDLY.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Langton & Walker sold their cattle
to P. B. Russell Of the crooked l.
brand and jackson & Friend, of Ne
braska. The steers brought s32. The
average sale was $25 per head.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

W. H. LyBrand, p. r. Adams and
G. NJ. Hoover, of Dodge City, are sum-
moned to set on the grand and petit ju-
ries, before the U. S. District Court,
at Wichita, September 7th.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

The following Democratic slate for
county officers, is announced: Fe,
Sheriff, 7. j. Tate; for treasurer, H.
NJ. Beverley; for County Clerk, i. A.
LAUDER; for Register of Deeds, j. G.
Jernigan.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03
Notice to Teachers.

A public examination of all persons
desiring certificates to teach in the pub
lie schools of Ford county, will be held
in the public school building at Dodge
City, beginning Friday, Sept. 4, 1885,
at nine o clock, a. H., and continuing
throughout Friday and Saturday. 1t is
absolutely necessary that all persons in
tending to teach in the county should
be present at this examination. as there
can be no other legal public examination
until the last Saturday in October.
JOHN GROENDYKE, Co. Supt.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

A heavy rain fell Friday night last,
and extended over a large portion of the
country. Some vegetation was suffering
for the want of rain, but everything is
now lovely and serene.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03
Our Cimarron neighbors propose

Our Cimarron neighbors propose to
revive the county of Foote, restoring
the old lines and making Cimarron the
county seat. The old lines of Buffalo
county are also to be restored, making
Cowland county seat. The new moves
will come up at the adjourned session
Of the legislature the coming winter.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Mr.. Hamburg has bought the bul
train (37 yoke lately owned by Chas
Rath, which brings his train up to fif-
ty-four yoke, or 10S oxen. Mr.. Aikens
has charge of the outfit, and left for
Dodge on Monday last for freight
Mobeetic Panhandle, % Aug.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Cooley & Lahey is a new live stock
and real estate firm, having an Office
south of the railroad track on Bridge
street. Ed. Cooley and Tom Lahey
make good business team, and We
wish them success.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03
Announcements.

We are authorized to announce r. n. Wright as
a candidate for County Treasurer Of Ford county,
at the ensuing November election.
L.W Cherington is a candidate for Register Of
Deeds, Of Ford county, subject to the decision Of
the voters at the polls In November.
announce myself as a candidate for County
Clerk, at the November election. WA. STATES
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Squire John Jobling, of Pearlette,
was in the city Tuesday. He informs
us that considerable wheat will be sown
this fall. ...-
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03
Mulberry Trees.

Orders for Mulberry tree plants can
be left with F. c. Zimmerman. Pre-
pare now for the cultivation of these
trees and the industry of silk culture. snts
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

The Waco is so crowded with tran
sients lately that regulars have to spread
out on the hour.-Fowler Graphic.
All covered with ''Aour;;" the board
ers must get up and "dust'' in the
morning.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Booker & Son, of Saline county this
state have each contracted to build
houses IS by "a east side. One hard
ware and the other grocery.-Fowler
City Graphic.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

A locomotive belonging to the Phila-
delphia and Reading Railroad passed
over the road Friday last, on its return
east. The engine was probably on a
tour of exhibition.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

James W. Barclay, NJ. P, and Frank
D. Finlay, Of London England, were
at the Dodge House this week. Mr..
Barclay is President of the x L Cattle
Company.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Geo. R. Cochran, land agent at Viii
burn, was in the city Thursday, on his
way to Garden City. Mr.. Cochran is
confident Wilburn will make a good
business town. The country is setting
up fast in the vicinity of Wilburn.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Wilson Mullen has FIVE acres of broom
corn. He brought to this Office some
average stalks that measured eleven
feet and six inches in length. 1t grew
on sod and was just eighty seven days
growing. The brush is as fine. as we
ever saw grow.-Fowler Graphic.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

The Building and Loan Association
held regular meeting Tuesday night.
Two loans were made. Geo. Greenway
2 shares at 20 per cent; f. j. Durand
3 shares at % per cent.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Geo. Fowler, Z. E. Henley and Fl.
E. StatzeIl, of Fowler, we're in the city
Tuesday. They report plenty Of rain
in their vicinity.
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Frank Purdam has our thanks for q
large watermelon, weighing 80 pounds.
1t was grown on Frank farm on Crook
ed Greek,
Dodge City times., 1885-09-03

Mrs. Beadle intends going to St.
Louis on the Goth inst, and will pur-
chase an extensive line of fall and win
ter millinery.