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ana and other states are listening to his
statements and are Influenced by them, if
last Tuesday is an indication. What the
people desire is 10 have our old ticket, and
as much Of the Cleveland ticket as the demo-
Gratis can give to theirs then success = Sc
cured, should no Burchard Scems 10 the
rescue after all other help has failed. Mr..
Blaine's prediction, that the result of the
election might remove all desire on the part
Of Mr.. Morrison to call up his crippled
tariff bill. seems to be fulfilled, and we may
never again hear of the Morrison BILL"
In Mr.. Hewitt the city of New York will
have a better mayor than Mr.. Grace, which
is not saying much for the city; for Mr..
Grace t.ok the profit of the position into
his counting room partnership. There is
ground upon which to hope that Hewitt
will be more honest than county democrats
are wont to be, and good name will be Of
greater value TO him than any addition Of
fortune or power can be. IL
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0o1ldsb0r0.
Everybody is invited to turkey dinner
at the Union meeting house, Thanksgiving
Day. That princess of caterers, Mrs. Ann
Whitaker. will do up the turkeys.
Sch. Ariel, Capt. Nutter. has arrived with
load Of merchandise for A. Z. Guptill.
The joiners will soon complete the out
side of the Union meeting house. This
building is of modern style finish and will
be an ornament to the place. John s.
Emery & Co., Of Boston, have sent us a
nice vane to surmount the structure.
Saturday the house of Capt. Sherman
Squirting was burned with nearly all of lis
contents. The fire was not discovered in
time to save the house, as there was no
water handy. Capt. S. had fifty dollars in
money burned. Insurance, $500.
Miss Lizzie Squirting is visiting at West
Gouldsboro.
f. J. Squirting is getting ready to enter
into the smelling business. V.
The mills are still running with not a
plenty Of water
Mr.. McCoilum has extended his hall six
teen feet.
The Methodist bell societ, held "clam
sociahle" at McCollums hall last Saturday
evening, obtaining fifteen dollars. X.
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4 a.N0RRIS
Main Street, Ellsworth.
FALL .si WINTER GOODS.

Daily additions are being
made to his already full
line of Dress Goods and he
is more confident than ever
that he can offer his Gus
toners the best there is in
the market. His stock of
Ladies Garments has ar
rived also a large variety of
Children's Garments. His
stock Of shawls is complete
and he would be pleased to
show them to those intend
ing to purchase. The variety
of Fur and Feather Trim
mings, Plain, Brocade and
striped velvets cannot be
excelled. Hosiery in all
sizes, colors and prices.
Gloves for the crowd. The
threc-legged brand of yarn
in all kinds. If you are in
want Of goods at a fair price
give him a call.
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County News.
West Franklin,

west frankiIh.
On Monday, Nov. LIST, party of friends
met at Mr.. Moses Abbott's house, in honor
of his S5th birthday. We found the old
gentleman ready to receive US cordially, as
he always does his friends. After partakng
of good dinner, well prepared, We were
treated Literally with apples and cider. By
the way. Mr.. Editor, We could not obtain "a
jug that was brought over in the Mayf1ower,' -
so We drank from a dish that has been in
the family for one hundred years. We we're
shown his fathers wedding coat that was
worn more than one hundred years ago.
The coat was bought at the time of the revo-
luton. 1t was English cloth. of red color.
Mr.. Abbott, although infirm, retains his
faculties WELL He has always been an in
dustrious and an honest man. The day
passed rapidly. and as the time for departing
came We bade him adieu, earnestly hoping,
should We live to be aged, We shall be found
as happy and comfortably situated as we
found him.
Scammon & Clark have about finished
saving the stuff belonging TO H. B. Mason.
S. IS. Clark has painted his house, improv.
ing the looks very much.
There will be quite extensive operations
on the land formerly owned BY Morrison &
Glow, this winter.
c. Ii. Macomber has crew IN the woods
yarding spool wood.
The Merrick Thread Company has shut
down their mill, there being no water to
drive their stock.
Emery Smith shot nice deer one day
last week.
Warden Tracy was in town last week.
Splendid weather but very dry; the
driest ever known, say the Oldest people.
aes@' <fsf CHEER.
Nov. Z.
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President Cleveland in Boston.

BosroN, Nov. s. President CleyeIand is
in Boston. and at Harvard College for the
first time. This morning he has had honors
official He is now receiving honors classi-
cal. and this evening he will be accorded the
salute popular.
As the suburbs of Boston were reached
day was breaking golden. perfect day.
sharp with November frost. The train ar
rived about ten minutes late. When the
car had come to full stop the President
alghted. Gov. Robinson me, and addressed
him.
The President briefly replied, thanking the
Governor for his cordially. and expressing
his pleasure at the general welcome.
A large crowd awaited the arrival of the
party at the Neudome, and cheers wen, up
as the President and Governor assembled the
steps to be shown the State suite.
The breakfast, an eiegan, little affair, was
served to the President
The Presidential party arrived at Harvard
soon after 10, and was received at Gore Hail
by President Eliot The procession 10 San
ders' Theatre then immediately formed
under the chief marshalship of Col Henry
Lee, the line moving at 1915 O'clock The
hterar, exercises opene! with PRAYER by
Rev. DIR. Peabody, after which the grafton
va, delivered bv Jane, Rus,elLlowel.
At the close Of losei's address the cho-
rus rendered Berthoyen's The Heavens
Proclaim Him" and the poem OF the da,
wss read b, DIR. OhStr Wendell Holmes
"A Mighty Fortress j. our God was then
sung b, the chorus. Tie exercises closed
with the henrdicilou.
After he exercises in Sanders Theatre
and while the procession was reforming to
march 10 the harque, hal. President and
MIS-. Cleveland VISITED President and Mr.
Eliot at their home
Although the hour set for the banquet
was $50 it was $3.50 before Judge De,cn>.
the president Of to-, day. vas enabled to call
the compan, 10 order When he finally did
90 tier" were 200 persons seated at the
lorg iatr and then al. h,i not been accom-
moda'ed. Re,- Alex Mche',z.e Of FIRST
Church. Cambridge, invoked The Divine
blessing and the banque; hrgan While
dinner was IA progress Mr., Grover Cltyc-
land. attended by MIS-. Endieou and the
wife Of President Enc, of Harvard. entered
oue Of the sallerie, With a number Of other
invited guests and was enthusiastically re-
ceived by those present.
After dinner speeches were made d, Pres
,drnt Devtns. President Eliot, Governor
Robinson and President Cleveland Later
public reception was held at Faneuil Hall,
where >eyera! speeches we're made
The great anniversary celebration was
brought to an exciting close by q grand
torchiight procession aud p,roiechncal dis
play this evening under the auspices Of the
undergraduates.
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THANKSGIVING DAY.
A Proclamation By the President Of tn

A Proclamation by the President Of the
United States.
II has long been the custom of the people of the
UnlJet, sites, on day in each year especially set
apart tor that purpose by their Chief Executive.
to acknowledge the goodness and mercy of God,
and to invoke His continued care and protection.
In observance Of such custom, |, Grover Cleye-
land, President of the United states, do hereby
designate aud set apart Thursday, the 25th day OF
November instant, TO be observed and kept as a
day OF thanksgiving and PRAYER.
On that day let all people forego their accus.
toned empiOymeuts and assemble In their usual
places ri worship TO give thanks 10 the Ruler of
blessings OF a free government, for a renewal OF
business prosperity throughout our land for the
return which has rewarded the labor of those who
TIL the soil and for our progress a people in
all that makes nation great And while we con.
template the infinite power of God in earthuua
food and storm, let the grateful hearts of thos.
who have been shielded from harm through His
mercy be turned in sympathy and Kindness to
ward those who have suffered through His vista.
tons. Let us also, in the mid-t of our thanksgiv.
ing, remember the poor and needy with cheerful
gifts AMI aims, that service NAV by deeds
OF cha. iy be made acceptable in the sight of the
Lord.
In witness whereof, / have hereunto set NV
hand and caused the seal of the United states to
be affixed.
Done al the city Of Washington this first dav of
November, in the year of Lord 1856 and Of
the Independence Of the United States of Amer
lea the nth
seal GROVER CLEvEj.l ND.
By the President.
i. + BANARD, Secretary Of state
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State News.

During the shower Saturday night, Oct.
so, lightning struck the barn of F.. g. Ian
ders IN Lewiston. One end Of the barn va.
knocked out and four oxen killed.
A meeting of the citizens Of Lvermore
Falls Was held the Both ult.. and committee.
we're appointed TO secure a charter tor VII
lage corporation, and to visit other places
and perfect plan for better protection
against FIRE.
Alfred L. Ross. tried under an indict-
msnt for assault with intent to Kill was
Wednesday sentenced at Wisoasset TO SIX
Years IN the State prison. George W Jones.
for breaking and entering and larceny got
two Years and six months.
A careful canvass has been made Of the
town Of Esstport by the local committee Of
relief Il is found tina, the people thrown
olt Of empio, ment, with those dependent
upon them, represent nearly third of the
population. Many have left town and the
wants OF others are being attended to.
In the Belcher will case, on which
hearing had las: Tuesday in Farming
ton, Daniel W. Bonney was appointed ad-
ministrator.
A verdict was rendered Thursday night
by the coroner's jury on the death of james
W. bennett, of Saco, who was recently
poisoned by drinking cider from cask
which had contained emhalming fluid. TIE
jury accuses no one Of criminal negligence,
but charges gross carelessness against Frank
WIldes. the cider maker, and Dennis O'Con-
nor, of Blddeford, the undertaken who sold
the cask. No further action will probably
be taken.
The kennebec county commissioners
were in session Wednesday. The appraisal
OF the Maine Central land at Wateryile has
been postponed. Frazier Gilman has re-
turned the check given By the Maine Cen
trail IN part payment for the land, and the
commissioners will proceed to appraise the
same as if there had been no money paid
over or bargain made.
"Wednesday afternoon Emeline Peter
son, an inmate of the Winthrop poor farm,
set fire TO her clothes while lighting her
pipe, and was burned so that she died Fri
day morning.
Thanksgiving day will occur on the
18th inst. the same as fixed by the Presi-
dent, the Governor and Council having voted
that the State day be the same as the
national.
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Free Trade.

The reduction of internal revenue and the
taking of Of revenue stamps from Proprietary
Medicines, no doubt has largely benefited the
consumers. as well rs relieving The. burden of
home manufacturers. Especially is this the
ease with GREEN'S 4ugust F7oteer and Bos-
chee's German Syrup, as the reduction of
tthirty-six cents per dozen, has been added to
Increase the size of the bottles containing
these remedies. thereby giving one-ffth more
medicine in the 10 cent size The august
Ftoseer for Dyspepsia and Liver Complaint,
and the German Syrup for Cough and Lung
troubles, have perhaps, the largest sale of any
medicines in the world. The advantage of in
preciated by the sick and afflicted, in every
town and village in civilized countries. Sam
pie bottles for 10 cents remain the same size
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RELIEF AFFORDED

BY Hubbari's Elixir Of Opium from .lest!essnes.
fest4cs-ue>s. neFsoasncs-. nausea, hcsiAchr an!
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New Publication.

-Harpers Magazine for November is
heavily weighted with a rare feast OF good
things for delightful entertainment and well
come instruction. The cosmopolitan character
of Hdrpers as contrasted with other month";
lies is admirably sustained in this Number.
The position Of honor is given to fresh and
powerful presentment Of home subject, ssThe
Literary Movement in New York." Next in
importance is the opportune British paper on
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A Lewiston journal special Thursday
reports the completion of Sebasticook and
Moosehead railroad. a line of eight miles
from Pittsheld to Hartiand. The first work
was done ten weeks ago. 1t is now COM
pleted with fair equipment and ne. dollar
of debt. 1t will be formally opened With .
celebration on the 18th of this month. II is
hoped by the projectors to push this line to
a connection with the Canadian Pacific, fur
nishing that line winter port at Belfast.
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We recommend Carter, Iron Pills 10
every woman who /, weak, uervou. and dis
Outraged; particularly those who have thin.
palr lip-, cold hands and feet. and are " ithout
strength or ambition. Those are the eases Tor
which Carter Iron Fili- are specially ire
pared, sud tht> class cannot u~r them ithout
benefit Valuable for mcn also, In metal
boxes. at "a c,ut- Sold o. druggists or sent
by mail. 80 advertisement elsewhere For
sale ~ :. y. Mg.in.
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How many p-oplr suffer tnrmcut- from
Dyspepsia or Indigestion. a. H. Stackpoie,
Of surry, Me. says, Il have found Bells
sarSaparilla just ~ recommended for this
trouble. II has helped me very much aud |
want 10 recommend IL 10 othcr-. Only - It,.
per bottle
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Liberty Enlightening the World.
w G are able 10 pre-

We are able TO pre-
seat herewith a miuia-
ture representation of a
most colossal affair,
that OF the statue of
Liberty which has been
erected on Bedloe's Is
land, New York Har-
Dor, at the very gate
way Of the nation, and
which was unveiled on
Thursday, Oct. IS, the
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-Backache is almost Immediately relieved
by wearing one of Carriers Smart Weed and
Beladonna Backache Plasters. Try one and
be free from pain. Price % cents. For sale
by S. ID. Wiggin.
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Senator ]. Donald Cameron and bis
daughter are travelling from Harrisburg to
Washington in a carriage.
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I'hE subscriber hereby gives public notice to all
L concerned, that he has been duly appointed
anu has taken upon himself, the trust II EN-
9cutor OF the last win and Testament of Daniel +
DoWhey, late of Ellsworth, in the county Of Han
cock, deceas-
ed, by giving bond as the law directs,
ne therefore requests all persons who are
indebted to the said deceased's estate, to make
immediate payment, and those who have any
Immediate demands thereon 10 exhibit the
same for settlement
WILLIAM +. DOWNEl.
Ellsworth, October -, lss6 3w44
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suffering from nervous debility or other deli
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permanently cured. Address, Worlds Dis
pensary Medical Association, Buffalo, n, Y.
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Good and Reliable.

\ good and reliable family medicine Is Sui
phur Bittcrs. Every Spring for six years |
have been troubled with boil>. Since | began
using sulphur Bilters. | have not had single
one. iou can rely on sulphur Btter> every
time. Editpr Hce&iy Ns,-S
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ANY lady can obtain Mrs. LYDIA Z. Pink
hams pamphlet "Guide to Health.- by send
ing stamp TO Lynn, Mass, also photograph
of Mrs. Pinkham.
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Tho huZc, drastic, gripping >ickrnins pills
arr ia-' being superseded by pr. rierrc'- .'fur-
glttYc Pellets" ~plI bS druggists,
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ELLSWORTH Ameritan.

we do not read anonymous letters and communi.
catlons Inc name and address of the writer are in
all cases Indispensable Unnecessarily for pubica.
ton but as guarantee of good faith
we cannot undertake TO return or preserve com.
munieations that are not used.
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--soME REMARKABLE CURES Of deafness
are recorded OF Dr. Thomas Eclcctrc oil.
Never fails to euro earachc.
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THk subscriber hereby gives public notice to all
L concerned, that he has been dulv appointed
ana has taken upon himself the trust Of an Al.
Iiihistrator lie boniz non Of the estate OF Otis Lit
We, late OF Castine. in the county Of Hancock de-
ceased, by giving bond a. the law directs he
therefore requests all persons who are indebted
u sala aecea seds estate, to make immediate pay
!ncht' ana those who have any demands
thereon to exhibit the same for payment
JOSEPH I. LITTLE.
September :, 1856 3w45
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reformers, which would leave the democrats
only 5 majority.
The following table shows the result by
States according to the latest returns:
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-oRr Lit,ie Nen ami Hrpasft f.r 1856
The serial story for the year. by that charm
tng writer for children, Mr.. NJ F. Butts, IS III
be entitled, Wanderers In Ro-resp'- " Grid. =
u viii BE- accompanied with twelve full-pa2r
drawings by Elizabeth : Tucker The auth
or Of Little Tak. ubout Insects" give, An
amusing series about Tiny Folk in Rcd and
bihek, 10 which she tells about ants and their
wise and curious ways-hnw they work. how
they harvest their grain. how thev milk their
cows. Ten Little Indians by Mr.. Helen
T. Sweet, tells many interesting things about
Indian boys and girls their sports and their
strange ways Of living. The History Chapters
for The year will consist ~ adventures Of
the Early DISCOVERIES" by Mrs. France. A i.
Humphrey. following on from the voyages Of
Columbus given last wear, and relating the
story OF Ponce de Leon and hi search for the
Fountain Of Youth. the romantic tale Of De
Soto, The exploits Of Capt. Iohn smith ID Vir-
ginia, etc.
All these will be profu,ey illustrated as al
so will be the verses and short stories BY Mrs
Clara Doty Bates, Sara f. Farmau. Mrs Olive
Howard, Charles f.. skinner Bessie Chandler
II. r. Hudson. etc.
The yearly numbers will have seyenty-fve
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orders TO ID. LOTHROP & CO.. Publishers,
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The DDrcas magazine for November offers
IT. readers an unusually attractive array OF
illustrated directions and suggestions for need
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sistance in making articles for home decora-
ton or Christmas gifts, and saleable good, for
the benefit OF those who support themselves.
To the former constituency, Mrs. Laura b.
STAIRS eighth paper in her Home Decora-
tons series. and Madge Iepworth Dixon's
chapter on Darning Work, in which she de-
scribes some beautiful covers. scarfs etc, will
perhaps be most acceptable. while to the latter
directions for making a great variety of sea-
sonabie knitted and crocheted articles, tied
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nursery baskets and shell work will be most
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richer or her purse no heavier after visit
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sample copy costs 10 cents.
Address DoRcAs PUBLISHING Co.,
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Shoe Manufacturers

WANT -. line of W omen. Mt..r.'
w and Children's, medium priced grain.
machine se1red and Standard Scre,e Goods Wtll
take same commissio or buv on a ten day basis
Must be desirable line, and made where labor ia
cheap. Im45
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The committee of the Governors coun-
ell on the valuation of timber and grass on
reserved lands were in session last week at
Augusta, and will not adjourn for several
weeks. The valuation is made under law
passed by the last legislature and is for the
purpose of taxation. The timber and grass
on some 80 900 acres are to be valued. Judge
Dascomb of Skowkegan was before the COM
mittee last week 10 the interest Of the Co.
burn estate. Omar Clark of Carratunk, and
Mr.. Bradstreet of Gardiner. also appeared
before the committee. Bangor parties will
be heard this week.
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'riceS as Low as the Lowest
ANIb--
Workmanship Warranted.

Double and single Harnes-cs Collar and Collar
Pads, 1nc assortment % Whips aud whip
sockets, Interfering Pads. Horse Brushes,
Leather and Web HaItcr-, saddle and
Breast plate psi-, summer and Winter lsOhc,
and Carriage Mat.
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r. STARKEY,

have good CUSTOM MADE HARNESS as "a
be houEh IN The CIV for sl5.UN.
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Team Harness Repuiring Speciality.
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All honor to the sturdy men. who with
pick and spade have this day struck the first
blow towards bringing water from Bun,'s
pond to our dwellings. May kind fortune
favor the enterprise.
Our school commenced Nov. /, taught by
Sherman S. Scammon of Franklin.
Nov. 8. SYGNET.