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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09
q ARnINER.

large delegation from Heath Post went
over to Pittston, Wednesday evening to at.
tend the installation ct officers at Brookins
Post. good time is reported, Speeches
were made by several of the presiding officers
and after that generous collation. was served
There will be German at Library Hall,
Wednesday evening, Jan. 18Th, the proceeds
to go towards the erection of IA supper room in
the library. |, will no doubt be a grand sue
cess
The freshet cpmpira lively speaking, did
very little harm. Nine ice scrapers belong
ing to A. Rich of Farmingdale were carried
away hut were saved by Mont Ames and sew
eral others and towed ashore al South G. r'i-
ner. The fish market belonging to Chas
Porter, located on Gray's wharf was carried
some twenty feet and landed against the pier
of the Gardiner and Pttston bridge.
The Y. M. c, A. held formal opening at
their rooms in Davenporfs block last night
A young lady in TINS ity pick ID a handful
OF fuil-hlossomed panSies from her flower
garden "Wednesday morning.
w. T Haines has an abcess Oh hi, right
arm which will probably prevent him from
attending to his trucking business tor weeks
to come.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09
HALLOWELL-

The regular meeting of the city council
following business was transacted The re-
port of the city agent showing sales of liquor
in December. amounting to $40 80 was ac-
cepted. The mayor and city solicitor report
ed that they had made a settlement with John
w. Dunn tor injuries received by him bv the
removal of sidewalk, he agreeing to settle
for 5000, and the mayor was authorized to
draw his warrant for that amount. The bond
of Walter ID. Spauding, treasurer and col
lector for the rema lnder of the municipal
year was approved. Roll of accounts No. 10
amounting TO S656 SO was approved and or
dered paid. The assessors reported that they
had examined the accounts of the la'e treas
urer and collector Geo. A. Bullen. deceased.
found them correct and balance of sl79.ll
commission due him There remains of nm
collected taxes of 1884 $500 So and of 1885
Sl502 80. The mayor was authorized to
draw his warran, in favor of Mrs Geo
Bullen for the amount due her late husband
for commissions. He was also ordered to
draw his warrants to pay the State tex of
S6057 rs. and county tax of S22I3 20 A
committee consisting of Alderman Owen and
Counci!men Roberts and Niles were ap-
pointed to prepare resolutions of respect 10
the memory Of the late Geo. A. Bulen The
city solicitor was instructed to notify the
parties who removed the sidewalk where the
accident to J. w. Dunn occurred of their
liability.
When the trestle work of the railroad
bridge came down the river about O'Clock
Wednesday morning, Eugene and Fred
Harvey, with boat. went across TO the is
land to try TO secure part of it, in which they
were not successful, and before they could
return the ice was running so thick that they
found it impossible to return, and were com
PEELED to remain on the island all dav, but
about 5 O'Clock P. NJ. they succeeded in
reaching the Chelsea shore near Davis Gull
ley, where they left their boat and walked to
Augusta, crossed the bridge and got back
here in the evening. One OF the platform
cars tina, wa. on the railroad bridge came
down with the debris. and now lays at the
bottom of the river here near one of the
bridge piers.
The union meetings that are being held
during the week of prayer are characterized
by deep religious interest.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09
Church Notices.

There will be vesper service tomorrow
Sunday, at the Unitarian church at seven
o'clock.
At the the Congregational church there
will be preaching by the pastor at 10 30 A.
NJ. Young peoples meeting at 6 Is. Preach
ing, with praise and prayer meeting at I. All
are earnestly invited.
There will be services at the First Christian
church, on Northern Ave, tomorrow as fol-
lows: Gospel meeting at 1870 A. NJ SUM-
day school at 2.3O P. NJ. social service in
the evening at o'clock All are invited
Services as usual at the Methodist church
church tomorrow. Sermon at 1870 o'clock
by the pastor. Rev. Charles W. Bradlee ;
Sunday school at - young peoples meeting
at g. and general social meeting at o'clock
st. Marks Church, first Sunday after
Epiphany Holy Communion, 80 A. NJ. ;
morning service with sermon, 1890; Sunday
School, 2.30 first evensong, 3; evening
prayer with sermon, p. NJ. Seats free, all
cordially welcomed.
Rev. Amory Battles eff Bangor, will preach
to morrow in the Universaist church in the
morning. Sabbath school at ~ O'Clock ;
conference meeting in the vestry in the even
ing at the usual. A cordial invitation is
given to all for morning and evening services
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09
More Dead CO-pperatives.

On the 81 Dec. the Supreme Court of
Pennsylvania dissolved the following compa-
MES of that State, against which the Attor-
ney-General had brought actions:
The Freedom Mutual Aid Society, of
kautz.
Farmers and Mechanics Mutual Aid As
ISOLATION, of Liverpool
Cordorus Mutual Aid and Life Associa-
ton, of York.
Columbia Mutu Al Aid Association, of Phil
adelpha
Central Pennsylvania Mutual Aid Society,
of MI. Pleasant.
Adams Mutual Relief Association, of
Littleston.
Guardian Mutual Aid Society, of Pine
Grove.
Harrisburg Mutual Benefit Association, of
Harrisburg.
Live Oak Mutual Aid Association, of Lee
banon
Mtfinburg Mutual Aid Society, of Miffin-
burg.
American Mutual Aid Society, of lebanon,
Prudential Mutual Society of America. of
Harrisburg.
Sun Mutual Relief Association of Selin's
Grove.
Safety and Mutual Assessment Lite Assur-
ance Society, of Harrisburg, York In
Surdaee Record.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

But few Of the ex-members remsined in
the city BY afternoon yesterday. Tie exc
cutive committee met in the morning and be-
took themselves to the pleasant task of
strengthening out the numerous bills and &C.
counts connected with the business of the re-
union The treasurer, Hon. E. c. Burleigh,
s.ves the following figures as a summary:
Total receipts frum all sources, tc03s 90
Amount expended for printing.
postage, telegraphng, ielephon.
ing, expressage, the banquet,
music, decorations, etc, a02s.i9
Leaving balance of ss5l
1t is possible that some back town"
may be heard from TO decrease this balance.
but the committee feel pleased that the
balance shows upon the right side instead o.
being deficiency; but i, is evident that the
reunion was not ? money making venture.
At about 100 the executive committee al
few invited guests sat down to dinner in
the Augusta House dining hall This dinner
was rendered to Mr.. G. II. Mann of the
Quincy House, Boston, the caterer.
as compliment and in evidence of their
appreciation of his labors to make
everything connected with the banquet
success and his courtesy end generosi-
ty in ell matters connected therewith.
As whole the reunion, barring the wealth
er, has been success. lie Old members in
particular have been delighted to NEE, their
friends, and have gone away with pleasant
memories of the occasion.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09
The Post once.
Editor of Ksnme5ee Journal:

E0ftOf OF hcHHe0ec journal:
The New Age has invited comparisons of
the former admins traiion of the pos. office in
this city with Mr.. Fo~ler's, and from the
constant alta cks aud criticisms that the editors
of that sheet made upon the office while Mr..
Manley was postmaster, 1 opine that the
dummy they have set up carries out their
ideas OF the proper management Of postal al
fairs. am not politician. only i business
man on Water ST. | have no interest what
ever in the administration of the office further
than the same interest that every business
man has in the prompt and correct delivery
of his mail l was well satisfied with Mr..
Manley while he was 10 Office, and though
am aware thar criticisms were made about his
carrying politics into the Office, as he seemed
10 administer the affairs of the Office on busi-
ness principles and for the interests of the pub
lie, |, not being troubled with politics. was
content. | have no desire TO be hypocritical.
but do not consider the substitution of the
new clerks and carriers snv improvement on
the experienced help that Mr. Fowler has
seen fit to remove and if any candid man will
stand as do almost every afternoon in the
entry OF the pos, Office and watch the manner
in which the work j. now performed, | have
not the slightest doubt that he will agree
with m in my Judgment. | think that tn
tests should be, after personal character, the
courtesy and efficiency of the clerks and the
promptitude with which the service is per-
formed; therefore you walters on the outside
take notice sf the time 1t takes to distribute
the mail, notice the frequency with which
letters are handed back to be placed in the
right boxes, and finally, observe the polite
manuer in which the clerks thank YOU for
your e1deavors 10 rectify their mistakes.
Should you not have made up your
mind concerning the present admins tration
by this Il me-, listen 70 the talk of those around
you aud hear what the public generally think
on this subject. II this be sample of the
reform so long promised then { n nv ow part
prefer post office administered in the inter-
ests of our citizens. even if by Il politician,
than one presided over by gentleman whose
chief recomm tndatIon seems TO be that he is
acceptable u the New Age ca5al, and is will.
ing to do whatever Col. Morton may suggest,
whether the public service suffers or not.
A Box HOLDER.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09
Local Notices.


1t gives US pleasure to announce that rare
treat is IN store in the publication of Admiral
Porter's new book, 1.-The Naval History of the
Civil War" This book being the only one
ever written giving complete history of our
navy and coming AS it does from the very
highest authority, cannot fail to reach an
enormous sale. While to all classes Of readers
il affords a complete and reliable history of
our navy during the late Civil War to the
young it brings especial delights, for it
abounds in thrilling narrative of the heroic
deeds of man. The agent will commence the
canvass OF the city in few days, and we be-
speak for him large sale
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09
The Same Human Nature,

Many vain attempts are made TO repeat the re-
markable success OF Benson's Capcine Plaster. This
splendid remedy is known, sold and used everywhere.
and its prompt action and unrivaed curative pow
ers have won tor it hosts of friends. limitations
have sprung up under similar sounding names, such
as "Capsicin." "Capsicum," etc intended to deceive
the careless and unwary. These articles possess
none Of the virtues CT the genuine. Therefore we
hope the people will assist US to protect what
once their interests and ours. Ask for Bensons
Plaster, and examine what is given you. and make
sure that the word "Capcine" is cut in the middle of
the plaster itself and the "Three seals" trademark
is on the face cloth. Any reputable dealer vii, show
you these safeguards without hesitation. If you
cannot remember the name-Benson's Capcine
Plaster-cut this paragraph from the paper.
dec3OWSMIw
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aug25dTuThS&w1y
A Startling Fact.

Thousands of children have died of diph-
iberia this winter who might have been saved
by single bottle of Johnson's Anodyne
Liniment 1t is a sure preventive of diph
theris and will cure nine cases out of ten
No family should be without it dav.
DIR. |. S. johnson & Co, of Boston, Mass
will send BY mail. postage paid, quarter of
pound sample pack OF Sheridan's horse and
cattle powders on receipt OF % cents. These
powders are worth their weight in gold to
make hens lay. and will prevent all manner
of diseases common to hens, hogs and horses,
including hog cholera. jan5d&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

The Bangor Wing says; The ice men
the change in weather. The ice is now clear
and blue, and is about six inches thick, and
unless anchor ice drifts down under it the
operators will have as fine a field of ice as
was ever seen on the Penobscot. 1t is now
thought that not much anchor ice will form"
Some difference between the ice prospects on
the Penobscot and Kenuebec.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

The railroad transfer business here has been
worked down to a nicely, the trsins only be-
ing delayed from ten to fifteen minutes. An
other one of the old accommodation train cars
has been placed on the east side. This is
used for gentlemcns waiting room and lug
gage room, In the other car a ticket office
has been pettioncd of, and the rest of the car
is used for ladies waiting room. regular
telegraph operator is employed. The side track
has been repaired, and platform nearly 200
feet long built. The banking is being graded
soas to sllow plenty of space for truck teams.
No tickets going east will be sold on the west
side of the river, and none going west on the
east side. This is to some the expense of
transferring passengers from Augusta. Trans
Ter checks are issued with all through tickets,
emitting the bearer to transportation across
the river. The sleepers on the night Pail
man now run over the back route.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

The cotton mill was shut down yesterday,
on account of large quantity of ice having
been left in the canal by the ireshet. A force
of men WAS Mt work all Thursday night, and
all dav yesterday, and it il hoped that they
will be able tn start up again this morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09
For Babies and Moth RS

BosToN, January S.-Every home in Au-
gusta in which there is baby will want
copy of to-mUrrows BosToN SUNDAY GLOBE,
because that paper will contain an illustrated
article on babies. their care. how to keep them
good-natured, how t. cure collie. etc. Useful.
practical hints from skilful doctors and ex-
psrienced nurses will be given. and all
mothers, especially the younger ones, will
want The SUNDAY GLOBE Order it to-dva.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

The first games in the local polo league
were played at the rink Thursday evening,
with the following results; Rinklets vs.. f. G.
VS.. f. c. AS, 3 to 0 in favor of f. c. AS,
The games we're very interesting The second
games in the league will be played this even
ing. This afternoon the Dirigo Business
College and High school boys will play.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09
FINE JOB PRINTING.

,rnal ia always well prepared for doing he pcs
gork, as well as the more common branches. m :
ofhce employs competent printers. carries &c
re.v of naper stock and keeps on hand the In At
.xies If type Wedding and visiting cards and .nve
Ispes in stock; also varied assortment Of q n. =
orters, programs. announcements, etc, exc. Orne's
hv mail will receive prompt and care1uI Atleh'loH
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

The National Csmcdy Co. made its appear
ance at Meonian Hall last evening, under the
auspices of Augusta Lodge, |. o OF G +.
A good audience was in attendance. The
performance is well spoken of.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

At the annual meeting of the trustees of
the Lithgow Library and Reading Room, held
yesterday, the following officers were elected
for the ensuing year: Hon. wv. Bradbury,
president; Leslie c. Cornish, Esq, secretary :;
VIM. II. Smith, Esq, treasurer; Hon. J.
Manchester Haynes, auditor. Messrs. Brad
bury, HAYNES and Cornish were appointed a
committee to purchase new books, and Miss
Julia NJ. Clapp was reelected librarian.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

Some Of the ice left on the ~haryes wnen
the fre.het subsidized was over loot IN thlck-
ness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

Gen. Secretary II C. Wilson, of the Y. NJ.
C. A., was the recipient of handsome New
Years present In the shape of a gold watch,
given him by number of young men of the
association. This speaks for itself as to the
esteem in which the secretary ia held by the
young men -Cdrboadaie leader Pa.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

''For real merit saws one of the most cele-
bratedsPrima Donnas 'B II. Douglas & Sons
Capsicum Cough Drops tor irritation of the
throat are superior to anything l have ever
used
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

The looms in the fourth story OF the old
cotton mill were removed yesterday to the
basement OF the new one The electric light
in the new mill will probably be started the
first of the week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

The Piscataquis Observer says: Mr..
w. Bailey OF Dover lost a valuable COW a
few days ago-at least, she had to be killed
for heet-from the effect of swallowing a
nail, which, upon post mortrm examination
was found to have lodged near her windpipe
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

The freight trains between Vanceborough
and st. John have been Cancelled for few
days owing to an accident to the bridge at
Fredericton junction.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

Fire was discovered in the attic of Mrs
lydia Scruton on State street, at 80 o'clock
last evening and an alarm given. The depart
ment was on hand very quickly and streams
of water poured upon the flames which were
burning between the walls around the chin
ney. The fire was rapidly subdued but not
until the furniture had been well saturated
with water. The house was but slightly in
jured. The furniture. however. was badly
damaged Property in several of the rooms
occupied BY young lady bosrders was injured
and unfortunately was uninsured.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

The Kennebec County Wheelmen held
their first extra in connection with their
dancing school last evening. A good at
tendance is reported
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

Major Dickey of TT. Kent, III not return
home for some months. He will visit friends
in different parts Of the State.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

The road. in the country are in fearful
condition, and some Of those in the city are
not much better.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

F. L. Hersey is selling ladies' rubbers very
cheap. See bis advertisement.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

SLEEPLESS NIGHTS. made miserable
by that terrible cough. Shiloh's Cure is the
remedy for you. Sold BY Bowdtch, Web
ster & Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

J o. Boyes commences singing school at
the Fret Christian Church on Northern Ave
nue. Monday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

In some cities out West, Colgan's Taffy
Tolu is so popular that the newsboys sell it
on the streets and on the cars.
lana div
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

Mrs. Henry w. Bradbury received the
painful intelligence on Thursday evening of
the death of her father, DIR. Thomas II
Gregorie of Grahamvile. s. G. on that day
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

Augusta citizens will bave the privilege Of
..a;,a a real live horse on skates some time
next month.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

An an,i-room ha. been added to Novelty
Hall.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

Lady Lyon. the largest COW in the world,
has been on exhibition in this city for the
past few day..
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

The weather now i. quite contrast to that
of the first part Of the week
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

Checks amounting to Sf87, 1896 089 were
exchanged ut the Portland Clearing House
in 1885, and IS 879 ,27 were paid 10 bal
anCes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

The old Farmer building is being rapidly
dsm0unted. The roof has been torn down
and nothing but the shell now remains.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

When she WAS Child, she cried for Castoria
When she became Miss, she chung to Castori.,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

Japanned Cake, Cash, Bond and
Lunch Boxes, New Chicago &
Rochester Electric Lamps. New
Duplex Vase Lamps, CoIored
Shades in G eat Variety Wall
Cabinets, PedestaIs, Baskets.
The Largest Stock Of Table Cut
Iery and Plated Ware. Kerosene
Goods of all kinds. New Goods
constantly arriving. The only
complete line in the CITY.
1J9 WATER STREET.
Al. PIERCE.
nov30dly
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Republican Headquarters.

Open Day and Evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

The county commissioners organized Wed
nesday by the choice of Geo. H. Andrews,
Esq, as chairman for the coming year.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-01-09

In the above cases Or Thomas Eelectre Oil can
he relied upon. 1t has given relief TO thousands.
Keep it in your house. There is hardly week Of
the year it will no, be useful.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1886-01-03
Foreign Flashes.

There has been an alarming increase OF
rabies throughout France. The officials of
the various towns and provinces have ordered
that the severest measures be adopted to rid
the country of stray dogs. The police have
been ordered to seize all dogs found running
in the streets and country.
The establishment of line of steamers be-
tween Havana, New Orleans, Colon and
Limon, Costa Rica, has been accomplished.
REGULAR tri-weekly trips will be made. The
steamer Foxhall sails hence on the initial
voyage Jan. 8.
A terrible cyclone passed over villa Maria
in the Argentine Republic Dec. % at a. M,
doing damage to the extent OF $4,000
patacoues- The railway depot was RACED.
No buildings escaped and many were IN
rooted.
The four children from Newark, N. j.,
who were bitten by a mad dog and who have
been under the treatment OF NJ. Pasteur,
sailed from Havre for New York yesterday.
They are all well.
NJ. Pasteur has agreed to receive q Hun
garian physician to study his science of inoc-
culation against hydrophobia If he comes &C
credited as the nominee OF the state.
Two families of Toleahuamo. Chill, seven
teen persons il all, were drowned Dec. % at
the mouth of the Andalien river.
Dr. John Kirk, the British agent in Zanzi-
bar is doing his utmost 10 make an arrange
ment with the king of Membasa for the re-
lease of Bishop Huntington.
The London Times says that the scheme to
connect Marseines with the Rhine by canal
which was abandoned in 1851, has been re
viyed-