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The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1885-08-08
SUBURBAN NOTES.
CAPE ELIZABETH.

CAPE ELIZABETH.
nj. A. l.. Small of Knightyille, has laid out
for large business in smelling this fall Mr..
Samuel league has been at work driving
piling for the construction of new weir.
Betsey Moody, resident of this town. and
who has.attained the remarkable age of 103
years, is rapidly failing in health, and it is
extremely doubtful if she long survives. up
to within two or three months she has been
able to sit up most of the day. but now keeps
her bed nearly all the time
sCARBoRo.
Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph Mason, of Biddeford,
came over to visit Stephen Sewall Lodge,
l. o. G. t., Thursday evening. In consider
alton of the fact that these friends hold i'm
portant offices in the order, they were very
welcome visitors. During the evening the
following officers Of the lodge were installed
by Mrs. Mason, assisted by Mr. Mason as G.
w. NJ, and W. H. GRAHAM, the present
Lodge Deputy as G. WISH
w. G. T.-George H. Boothby.
w. Y. T.-Mrs. Lila Boothby
w. C.-Seth Scamman
w. Sc L. Waterhouse
w. T.-Bartlett Pillsbury
w. F. S-Mrs. Susie Waterhouse
w. M.-Liberty Henderson
w. A. S.-Etta Banks.
w. ID. M.-May FarWell.
w. r. ii. S.-Mrs. Bartlett Pillsbury
w. L. II. S.-Mrs. York.
w. |. G.-Josie Snow.
W.O. G.-Edgar Mills.
After the installation of the officers. the
lodge furnished ice cream and cake, and all
enjoyed themselves very much.
CUMBERLAND MILLS.
Newell B. Lowell and Cyrus K. Allen.
carpenters, had the misfortune to fall into
the surgeons hands the first of the week.
The former cut his leg badly with an adze
and the latter lost the ends of his fingers in
a planer.
sACcARAPPA,
A memorial service to the late Gen. u. S.
Grant will be held in the Congregational
church, this evening, at 7.3O o'clock. There
will be singing and addresses by Hon. F. NJ.
Ray and Rev. E. Martin. Messrs. bennett,
Griggs, Haskell and others are also expected
to speak.
Mrs. Abbie Stevenson of Gorham, who
short time ago fell and dislocated her hip.
died on Tuesday from the effects of fever
which had set in.
The Westbrook Chronicle says that about
l25 Weayers employed on the Westbrook,
struck work last Saturday morning because
OF reduction of wages. The strikers are
still out, and some of them propose to re-
turn to Scotland by the next steamer.
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ENJOYABLE Occasion.

The Veteran Odd Fellows, with their la
dies and friends, had very enjoyable and
beautiful day at Peaks Island on Thursday
last. Several Of the original members of the
order in this city were present. among others
David Robinson of Boston, Benz Kingsbury,
FL. G. Barnes, Samuel Rolfe, W. D. Little,
Moses Gould, VIM. III. Simonton, D. F.
Gerts, s. III. Colesworthy, Henry w. Hersey,
F. A. Gerrish, having with them as invited
guests. the venerable Oliver Gerrish, Rev.
Mr.. Phelan, VIM. H. Smith, B. c. Somerby
and Others The neurology of those present
year ago, embraced George Burnham, Will
liam Weeks, Darius White, Charles Il.
Blake and William Caleff.
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Fire at Diamond Island.

A bright blaze on one of the islands at
tracted considerable attention last evening
and many guesses were made as to the loca-
ton OF the fire and the nature of the fuel.
The Express came up from Diamond Island
at about eleven O'Clock, and Captain Fisher
stated that an old barn on the property of
the Diamond Island Association was burned.
The building was not in use and was not
worth TWENTY-FIVE dollars.
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Chandler at Old orchard Rink.

Monday evening will be gala one at Old
Orchard skating rink. Chambers Band will
give one of their popular concerts, after
which there will be general skating, with
continuous music by Chambers full band
twenty-five pieces-and the rink band of ten
pieces, in all thirty-fve musicians. A spe-
cial train will leave from Boston & Maine
depot at 7 o'clock; returning, leave Old
Orchard at 1890. Special rates have been
made on the railroad, and the fare with adj
mission to the rink is cheaper than ever be-
fore, giving everyone chance to pass
pleasant evening at little expense. Ask for
rink tickets.
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Important TeIeeraph contract

The Atlantic Telegraph Company has just
concluded an important contract with the
Mackey- Bennett system of ocean cables by
which it secures connection with London,
Liverpool, Glasgow, Manchester, Paris,
Hayre, Berlin and also points in India, Afri-
ca, Asia and Australia. The contract is
very desirable one, as it will enable the At
lantic Company to compete with the Western
Union on this class of business, something
which no other opposition telegraph compa-
ny has ever heretofore been able successful
Nv tn do
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A Delightful Trip.

Yesterday morning, about o'clock, steam
er Minnehaha, with party of fourteen gen
tlemen, went down to Cod Ledge fishing.
The water was in good condition, the fish
bit well, and luck was assured from the
start. Mr.. Kenney, of the Signal Service,
caught the largest fish, and Capt. Craig the
next largest. About 200 fish, of about 1000
pounds weight in all, were obtained, and the
party returned at l o'clock, delighted with
their trip.
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Pavilion Theatre.

Peaks Island has had large audiences this
week. The company have met the approba-
ton of all who have been so fortunate as to
get seat, for standing room has been at a
premium. Next week the strongest compa-
ny of the season headed by w. J. Mack, the
favorite comedian, will appear in the most
laughable of comedies, "Rooms for Rent"
The success of this company through the
summer season has been decided.
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This popular place was again well filed by
visitors to witness the fine performance Civ
en- there, and elevated railway, the carousal
and the skating rink were well patronized.
Tonight skating and dancing will be the
attraction, and the Garden will be brilliantly
Illuminated. A large crowd will be present,
and boats will be run after the. dance.
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Forest City Rink.

The exhibition of burlesque skating by
Mr.. A. F. Smith, at this rink ON Peaks
Island, last evening, was witnessed by
large audience, and round on round of ap
place greeted the many difficult movements
performed. General skating was enjoyed
before and after the exhibition Mr. Whit
ney is noted for his selection of fine talent,
and the exhibition last night was no excep-
ton.
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DEATHS.

In this city, Aug. 6, John Kilgore, aged 81 yrs
Funeral service Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clk
at his late residence, No. 81 Melbourne street.
Burial private.
In Oxford, Aug: A, John Bracket, aged 81 years,
formerly of Harrison.
In Augusta, July %, Stephen E. Griffith OF Dix
field, aged 81 years.
In Peru, July 81, Mrs. Benjamin Allen, aged
:, In Porter, July 49, Mrs Nancy Stanley, aged
80 years. 7
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Real Estate transfers.

The following transfers of real estate in
the county have been recorded at the regis
try of deeds
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS N Stackpole and Eliza
beth Stackpole to Martha A. Verrfll and Ella M.
Verrill, land S55. -
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Court of Insolvency for the County of Climber
land, State OF Maine August7th, A. d. 1885.
In case of THOMAS O'BRION. Insolyen+
Debtor.
THIS is to give notice, that on the seventh day
Il of August, A. d. 1885, a Warrant in Insol-
yency was issued by HenryC. Peabody, Judge of
the Court OF Insolvency for said County of Cum
berland, against the estate of said
THOMAS O'BRION, of westbrook,
adiudged to be an Insolvent Debtor, on petition of
said Debtor, which petition was filed on the
seventh day Of August, A. d. 1885, to which date
interest on claims is to be computed
That the payments of any debts to or by said
Debtor and the transfer and delivery of any prop
erty by him are forbidden by law
mat meeting of the Creditors of said Debtor
10 prove their debts and choose one or more as
slgnees Of his estate will be held at Court of In
soyeney to be holden at Probate Court Room in
said Portland, on the seventeenth day of August
A ID. 1885, at O'Clock in the afternoon.
Given under my hand the date first above writ
ten. H r. SARGENT
Deputy Sheriff, as Messenger of the Court Of In
solyency for said County of Cumberland.
augS&15
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MARRIAGES..

In Bath, Aug. 6, Frederick E. Chapman of Bos-
ton and Miss Ella Gertrude Soule of Bath.
In Phlpsburg, Aug. 8, Capt. Frank Wymon and
Miss Ellen w. Cushing
In south Bridgton, July 10, Everett Cove and
Miss Emma C. Sawyer.
In Norway, Aug. 1, Chas P. Holt and Laura
Milliken.
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FOR SALE.

S0 ACRES OF LAND on Main Street. in
w the town of Deering, miles from PORT
land City Building, and " mile from Aliens Cor
ner consisting OF 80 acres of tilage and about 20
lying on both sides of Main Street. and extending
10 Gray Street, with very desirable building lots
on MAIN Street; part of it is particularly adapted
Tor market gardening; said land will be sold i'm
part II wanted. For further particulars inquire of
y. ". ATKINS, on the premises, P. o., address,
Portland Me. may3Oeodtf
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MUNICIPAL COURT.
BEFORE JUDGE GOULD.

BEFORE JUDGE GOULD.
FRIDAY.-Thomas Dolan Intoxication Five
days in county Jail.
John O'Connor. Search and seizure. Plea mis-
homer. Plea sustained and respondent discharg-
ed.
Margaret F. Shields. Search and seizure
Fined 500 and costs. Appealed.
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Coal.

Sargent, Dennison & Co., are offering coal
at the extremely low price of S. per ton,
cash on delivery as will be seen by adyertis-
ment.
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SUMMER RESIDENCE FOR SALE.

BEAUTIFUL Summer Residence, situated on
- the shore of Casco Bay, at Falmouth Fore
side, miles from Portland, with 20 acres of land
and island opposite belonging to the estate. Nice
orchard good well OF mineral water, fine privilege
for boating, fishing and bathing For further par
ticulars enquire at premises or address
MRS. r. JOHNSON,
mar5eodU East Deering Maine
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PORTLAND AND VICINITY.
Advice to Mothers.

Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup should always
be used when children are cutting teeth. 1t re
ieyes the little sufferer at once it produces natu-
raj, quiet sleep by relieving the child from pain,
and the little cherub awakes as 'brght as but
ton" 1t very pleasant to taste. 1t soothes
the child, softens the gums, allays the PAIN re-
heyes wind, regulates the bowels, and is the best
known remedy for diauhea, whether arising
from teething or other causes. twenty-five cents
a bottle.
declo WS&M1yr
Delicious in flavor, pixie" new iiye-eent cigar
pleases everybody
For picnics, excursions and yachting try LAC
TART. % and so cents. Druggists and Grocers.
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WHAT'S the Use

OF your dragging yourself around, day after day.
without any life activity, feeling all tired out
and miserable, when you might be as quick and
lively and strong as ever? Take care of Yourself
at once, or in the depleted condition of your svs
TEN, complaint otherwise trivial may fasten
upon you with serious or fatal result Hoods Sar-
saparilla is just the medicine you need to build IN
your entire system, to purify and quicken your
blood, and to give you appetite and strength.
Rum DOwn-Built Up.
"Being run down from hard work tried Hoods
Sarsaparilla and it so built me up that have con-
tinued its use. have great faith in it as blood
purifier and regulator" J. A. SMITH, CONNER
cial Bulletin Office, Boston, Mass
Hoods Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier has no
equal. 1t tones the SYSTEM strengthens and in
yigorateS, giving new life. | have taken if for
kidney complaint with the best results" ID r.
SAUNDERS, 81 Pearl Street, Cincinnati, Ohio
Hoods SarsapariIla
Sold by all druggists. 81; six for So. PREPARED
by c. /. HOOD & CO., Apothecaries, Lowell, Mass.
100 Doses One Dollar
aug4 eOdtSen1
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ITO LET-Tent on Peaks Island; pleasant
ing; size 14X20; now occupied but will be yaca-
ted on short notice. stove and furniture if wanted
for further information, address G. S. B., Peaks
Island Post Office. 81
EOR SALE-0ne good second hand Corliss
y Engine cylinder 2 feet inches by 10 in
ches; driving wheel feet in diameter Enquire
of the DIAMOND WRENCH CO., No. 222 and
224 Newbury ST., Portland. 81
II .OsT-Aug. 9TH watch key having swivel
IL seal; whoever will return the same to THIS
OFFICE viii confer a great favor and receive
more than its intrinsic value 81
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FOR SALE.

STOVE, Tin and Hardware Stock and Store at
y Brldgton, Me. Grand opening for man with
1,500 to $4,000. Good assortment Will hire
tin-plate worker who understand hardware to run
the business II not sold soon, G. p PERLEY,
Y27deowd Bridgton, Me-
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CITY OF PORTLAND.
Notice OIL Hearing

TTPON the petition of the Portland Railroad
~ Company, for leave to extend its track from
the present terminus on Congress street, to the
boundary line Of Deering at Lbby's Corner along
said Congress street, and for permission to con-
struct turnout on Congress street between State
street and its present terminus, the same to be
turnout on Portland street between Preble street
and the junction of Portland and Oxford streets
Notice is hereby given to all parties interested in
tne matter OF said petition. that the Board of May
or and Aldermen will give a hearing to said par-
ties, at their room, City Building on Friday. the
l4th day of August, A. d., 1885, at ten O'Clock in
The forenoon. Per order.
GEO. c. BURGESS, City Clerk.
Portland, Aug. 18th, 1885. anSdtd
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The "Brainerd, Armstrong & Co."
brand Of lloyd. Spool Silk is aeknOWl-
edged by all dreSSmakers and cOnsum.
ers who have ever used the goods to be
the BEST in the World" Being made
in a heavier and eOarser thread than
any other brand Of lOO-yd. Spool Silk in
the Market,it isprOportiOnately strong
er andfills a long felt want for a strong
er thread inCOIOredSiIks. ALI ladies who
have never used these celebrated goods
are respectfully requested to give them
a trial. Usual retail price same as for
cheaper makes. For sale in Portland BY
A. LITTLE & CO., at wholesale only.
EASTMAN BROS. & BANCROFT,
]. NJ. DYER & CO.,
]. II. FITZGERALD,
G. +. BEAN. ,ureeoo,m
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STORES in the Thompson block, Nos III, 49,
~ III and 123 Middle street, few door below
the post office fitted suitable for wholesale or re-
tail business with light finished, airy Easements.
Rent reasonable Inquire of II. E. THOMPSON
No. 164 Bracket St., Portland, Me. ianI4dtf
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NEW ENGLAND
CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC

oUsI0hs Mass., OI.DIlST PM America; Largest
and Best Equipped i'm the WORLD-100In strtIct-
ors 1871 Students last year. Thorough instruction in
Vocal and Instrumental Music Piano and Organ 1in-
ing, f1ne Arts, Oratory, Literature French, German
ana Italian Languages English Branches Gymnastics
etc. Tuition, So to $50; board and ROOM S45 to SIS
per term. Fall Term begins September To- 1856 For
Illustrated Calendar, giving fun information address
Z. TouRJEE, Dir, Franklin So, BOSTON. Mass.
Je3O eod2m
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EDUCATIONAL.
MRS. PERRYS
School for Children
AND
SEWING CLASSES

viii reopen at her residence, No. 119 Winter ST.,
September 21st. wv
Puplls received at the earliest school age and
if desired.
CLASSES IN SEWING work on a tried
system.
An Advanced Glass i'm Sewing will be
formed to learn the use of patterns, cutting and
hnlshlng; To enter this class pupils must Under
stand ordinary plain sewing x few nuniis in
sewing viii be received during Aug. and Sept
iy11 dfnct1
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TO LET.

POOMS to let single or in suits, with board
~ Apply at No 80 High ST., corner of Spring.
may13 diff
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LOST AND FOUND.

OsT-The 9TH, a small trunk belonging to
IL Geo. ). York. If the finder will leave the
same at HODGDON BROS, Commercial ST., he
will be duly rewarded. ii
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FOR SALE.

ENOk sALE-One second hand tent, very
Il cheap, new last summer; size IOxi2. large
hylbelonging to it. Address TENT, This ONCE
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4 OST-At Sebago Lake Sunday. gold ring.
II The finder will be suitably rewarded by leay-
ing the same at McKENNEY'S clothing store
No 181 Middle St. 2S-1
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TITO JOHN CUFF AND CHARLES McD0N.
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