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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-02-23
AMERICAN INSURANCE.
A Case of Libel that Attracts Much At.
tention in Austria.

VIENNA, Feb. 90.
An action for libel brough. against the vi
emma agent of New York insurance company
for denouncing as forgeries the statements in
an article criticising the American Tontine
System, is attracting great deal of atten-
ton here.
The plaintiff in the case is Herr Schonber-
ger, newspaper editor. He originally pub
lished in his journal an assertion that the
American TOntine System was the greatest
lottery scheme in the world; that the advan-
tages it offered were merely of gambling
nature, and were swindle. He demanded
that the State prohibit agents of the system
from doing business in Austria. Herr Schon-
berger's article was ressued in pamphlet
form in both the German and French Ian
guages, and was widely circulated. In Feb
ruary 1885 Herr Won Stahl, manager of the
office here of the American company referred
to, published a reply to Herr Schonberger's
article, which he declared was a collection of
falsehoods and forgeries. For this he was
cited to appear in an action for libel. The
different sides of the case has gathered an
immense amount of evidence, and have col
lected all writings obtainable on various sub.
jects to be used at the trial. There is gem
eral charge by the plaintiff of corruption in
American financial matters.
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FOREIGN NEWS.
EXCITEM ENT IN IRELAND.
Lord Randolph Churchill Enthusiast.
cally Received in Belfast.
BELFAST, Feb. %.

BELFAST, Feb. %.
Large bodies of Orsngemen wearing re-
gala, displaying banners and headed by
bands of music met Lord Randolph Churchill
at the depot here. He was escorted by q
huge procession to Ulster Hall, where sd.
dresses were presented to him. In replying
10 the addresses he said he wished those con.
templating dissolution of the Union were
only present. They would then perceive
that Belfast would never submit to the dis
union. The town is excited and extensive
police precautions have been taken to pre-.
vent rioting.
The scene of enthusiasm witnessed here to-
day has not been equalled here in many
years. In the numerous professions which
paraded the streets were many women who
all displayed orange colors. So dense were
the crowds that filled the streets, more par
tlcularly alone the route taken by Lord Ran
dolph Churchill, that traffic was blocked for
several hours.
The enthusiasm displayed along the line of
march was prodigious. This evening Sir
Randolph addressed great meeting. He
said it lay with Ulster to say whether Ireland
should remain part of the Empire. He de-
MED that the Parnelltes were true represen-
tatives of the will of the Irish people.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-02-23
THE MICHIGAN CLUB,
A Large Number OF Prominent Men
Present AT its First Anniversary.
DETROIT. Mich Eal

DETROIT. Mich. Feb %.
The Michigan Club held its first snniver.
sary tonight in the shape of a banquet
In Princess Rink in this city. The
rink was tastily decorated with bunting, and
plates were laid for l00c persons. Senator
Palmer, presiding officer, sat at the centre of
raised table at the end of the hall On his
right were Senators Eysrts, Conger, Mander.
son, ex-Representative Orr and other Michi-
gan men. On his left sat Senator Logan.
Gov. Alger, Gov, Foraker, ex-Gov. Jerome,
Congressman Guenther and others.
After dinner Gov. Alger was introduced
and In brief address welcomed the guests
The mention of each name called forth hearty
applause. Hon. VIM. NJ Evarts of New
York, responded TO the toast, Washington
the nationalist, the federal union the con-
summation of his work"
and responded to the toast, "Our State gov
ernments and their relations to the national
government and TO each other"
Senator Palmer started to introduce Gen
Logan but was interrupted by hearty ap-
plause. As soon as Senator Logan arose the
entire audience leaped TO their feet, cheering
and waving handkerchiefs. When the ap-
plause subsided he responded to the toast,
Nv Washington the republican he believed in
the voice of the people which can only be
heard through fair ballot and an honest
count"
Hon. James G Blaine wrote, expressing
regrets at his inability to be present, in which
he said: at will give pleasure to the repub-
llcans throughout the country to observe an
organized determination on the part of their
Michigan brethren TO re-establish their old
strength and prestige in the State. | am
sure you will find a complete victory within
your grasp and | do not mistake the signs of
the times. You will receive in your good
work some valuable aid from our political
opponents"
Letters were also read from Senators Sher-
man, Harrison, Malone, Hale, Frye. Sabin,
Edmunds, Allison, and Congressman Phelps,
Kelly, ex-President Arthur, Conkling, Cows.
OF Iowa. Illinois, Massachusetts,, Chauncey
NJ. Depew, Henry Cabot Lodge, Theodore
Roosevelt and Gen. Sherman.
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FROM MONTREAL.
Examining Baggage on the Frontier
Heavy Lawsuit.

MONTREAL, Feb. %.
Superintendent Stephenson, of the Grand
Trunk railway, recently made application to
the treasury department at Washington to
have custom regulations which apply to pas
sengers and baggage, now in force iu the
New England States extended to the Middle,
Western aud South Western States. An ap-
plicaton has just been granted, and on and
after the first of March next all passengers
destined for any point in the United States
over the Grand Trunk railway via. Island
Pond, Ogdensburg suspension bridge, Buf-
falo, Port Huron, Detroit, etc. can have
their baggage examined by United States
customs officers located at Montreal, Pres
colt, Toronto, London and Stratford, after
which the baggage will be placed in sealed
cars and go through without further examina-
ton at the u. S. frontier.
The case of McRae vs.. the Canadian Pa
cific Railroad Co. for Sl67 900 commenced
TODAY. MacRae was one of the contractors
of the trestle work north of Lake Superior,
and claims that by his contract he is entitled
to be paid not only for the permanent trestle,
but also for all the woodwork upon which
these trestles were built, and which has since
been removed. A large number of promi-
nent engineers from the United States and
Canada are to be examined. Upwards of 200
witnesses have been summoned, If MacRae
is successful in his suit three other contract
ors will take similar actions, ,aggregating over
S500,000.
An American stranger, believed to be ex-
Sheriff Davidson of New York, a few days
ago consulted firm of advocates here. He
said he had some judgments outstanding
against him and had several thousand dollar.
in United States bonds in his possession. At
ter consultation during which he was in
formed that if the bonds were come by dis
honestly he could be arrested here he left and
not not been seen since.
In connection with the recent loss of a mail
bag between Montreal and Boston, old post
Office employees state today that the English
mail. via. New York, and half OF the New
York, Boston, and othe American mails ac-
mally left Montreal without mail clerk and
it was only when the trains crossed the bor-
der that mail clerk took charge. Some of
the bags are not locked. They had seen rail.
way employees receive tips" for opening the
bags and putting letters IN.
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CLERK DALTON
Must Produce His Returns or Spend His
Time i'm Jail.

COLUMBUS, o.. Feb. %.
Judge Wylle, of the Common Pleas Court,
Monday decided the case of Daniel J. Dal-
ton, clerk of courts of Hamilton county, on
application for a writ of habeas corpus. He
was arrested for contempt in refusing to pro-
duce before the House of Representative.
Committee the returns from precinct A,
south ward of Cincinnati, for the purpose OF
being photographed, and also for refusing to
bring them outside of Hamilton county with.
out an order of court.
The application was dismissed and Dalton
remanded to the custody of the sergeant-at-
arms. Dalton is not in town, and the attor-
ney general states that unless he arrives on
the first train he will forfeit his recognance,
which is in the sum of 5000. The relator
has the privilege, under the House resolution,
of either producing the returns ~ requested,
or serving the specified time in Jail.
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THE GATES OPENED.
Inc Amoskeag Mill Starts Up.-One.
NTH OF the Weavers and the Rest Of
the Operatives Return to Work.


MANCHESTER, n. H., Feb ~.
lhere was an immense gathering of peo-
pie to view the scenes ut the opening of the
gates of the Amoskesg Co. this morning.
Those who anticipated riotous proceedings
were not gratiitd in their expectations.
Nothing or the kind trsnspired. The city
authorities we're present in force 10 ouell
| disturbances that might arise, but no a,tempt
was msde 10 modest those who went 20 work.
About one-hfth of the 1900 weavers re.
sfonded to the bells, while the other depsrt-
hents claim the usual number of employees
In the meantime the strikers parsded in force
and made an imposing demonstration, num-
bering 1900 Theg were led by the CITY
Band and were under the marshalshin of
John +. Woodbury.. Banners bearing the
the following inscriptions were prominently
displayed; Bread brings freedom. freedom
brings bread" Omitted we stand, divided
We fall" 1--WE fight tor the eniranchise-
ment of white slaves" Zone for all. and
all for one" Under portrait of Washing
ton was the inscription, "He fought for free
dom, we fight for humanity" The process
sion was of the most orderly character, and
at the close of the parade they gathered on
Merrlmack square and were addressed by sew
eral of their leaders.
They adjourned until two u. NJ, when they
met at Smiths Hall in large numbers and
again listened TO addresses, which showed q
determination to hold out for higher wages
until the last. Their information was to the
effect that the weayers were thoroughly
united and that but mere handful of their
number had returned to work Inquiry at
the mills showed that the number of wcsvers
AZ work was sbout the same as during the
forenoon The revelations of the day have
confirmed the belief that the strike is Of the
most serious character and there seems no
speedy settlement of the differences. Agent
Straw stated today, however, that if he could
retain the number of wesvers who are at
work he can run the MILL
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CLEANED OUT.
The Cinnamon Driven from Oregon
City by a Mob.

PORTLAND. Ore, Feb. %.
About two O'clock this morning the Chinese
residents were driven out of Oregon City, 13
miles south of here. The were awakened by
a mob composed of 40 or 80 white mer who
knocked them. about twisted their queues and
stole all the money found on their persons.
They were then escorted to the steamer
Latonia, lying at the wharf, placed aboard
of her and conveyed to this city. their fares
being paid out of the money stolen
frem them. Forty-two Cinnamon in all we're
driven out With the exception of three or
four all were employees of the Oregon City
wooden mills, which also employed about so
white men. 1t is understood that a promi-
nent Portland agitator is at the head of the
movement. The names of many of the mob
are known and the Chinese merchants here
say they will make an effort to have them
indicted before the U. S. court.
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WAGES ADVANCED
In the Fall River Mills at the Rate ot
Ten Per Cent.

FALL RIVER, Mass, Feb. 22.
As near as can be ascertained the new
schedule of wages will simply be an advance
OF ten per cent. on prices. Notice of the ad-
vance to take effect March lst, will soon be
posted and there will then be an opportunity
for the help to take what action they deem
expedient.
The scale of prices paid in the different de-
partments was fair one for all concerned
There has always been trouble in regard to
prices paid on vide and narrow mule. and
this fact was taken into consideration when
the last cut down was made. In giving ten
per cent. advance. the manufacturers state
that they meant to avoid trouble and that
they do not wish TO involve themselves in
any discussion at present which shall again
arouse the help and cause Dissatisfaction
Middling cotton is now selling at eight and
fifteen-sixteenths cents, which is lower than
has been known for the past 81 years and five
sixteenths lower than when Secretary How
ard wrote the last circular.
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ENGLISH PARLlAME ENT.
Important Business Brought Before Both
Houses.

LONDON, Feb. %.
In the House of Commons, today, Childers,
home secretary, announced that the riot
committee advised a thorough and immed-
late overhauling and reorganization of the
police department of London.
Mr.. Gladstone announced that the govern.
ment did not intend to suppress the Irish Ma
tional League. Mr.. Childers stated that he
had accepted the resignation of Col. Hender-
son as chief of the London police. The an
nexation of Burmah was confirmed in both
Houses this evening. 1t was voted that the
cost of the Burmah expedition be charged to
the Indian revenue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-02-23
FAKMINGTON'S SIXTH FIRE.
The Farm Buildings Of Augustus III.
Bradford Destroyed Monday.


FARMlNGToN, Feb. 90.
The farm buildings of Augustus H. Brad.
ford, located about half mile above the
west village in Pennington, burned Monday
morning. The fire caught from chimney
burning out, and the building burned so rap
idly that but very little was saved. From
three to five hundred dollars worth of furni-
ture owned by Charles Butler, and stored al
Bradfords was also destroyed. Bradford
estimates his loss at rising S25OO, insured for
$1,000. Five years ago Mr.. Bradford's father
was burned out on the same location. This
is Farmington's sixth fire this winter.
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An ATTEMPT TO POISON
A Whole Family by Putting Paris Green
in the Well.
CoRUNNA, Mich, Feb. 90.

CoRUNNA Mich, Feb. %.
Saturday night an attempt was made to
noison the family of Robert Berry of this
city by putting Paris green in his we'll. Sew
eral of the family drank the water and were
taken sick, being saved BY prompt medical
assistance. Sheriff Cole found Paris green
in the pump and tracks leading to the house
Of Mrs Charles Gage, a neighbor and enemy.
Her daughter and her husband. Henry Shaler,
were arrested and taken to Jail. More ar
rests are expected today.
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Foreign Notes.

LONDON, Feb. %
1t is understood that the Queens proctor
will intervene in the case of Sir Charles
Dixie. The latter has intimated that he
desires to submit all the information in his
possession to di.prove the allegation that the
divorce of the Crawfords resulted from col
lusion.
1t is stated that Morley, chief secretary
for Ireland, has so instructed the police and
military authorities as to render it virtually
impos sible to effect evictons
United States Minister Phelps gave a bril-.
liant reception today in honor of Washing
toms birthday. Among the guests were Wis
count and Lady Wolseley, Earl and Countess
Spencer, and number of resident and visit
ing Americans, and other notable persons.
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SPARKS

Capt. X. X Clark of the American ship
Frank N. Thsycr, on which the mutinv oc-
CURED recently, srrive in New York, Mon
day morning.
The Abbott steam Are engine company of
Dover, ~ IL. gave their annual ball, Mon
dav evening. The Sampson engine company
of Bddeford, Me, were present.
Rev. f. f. Cummings, ID. D., of Concord,
n. H., died suddenly Monday noon, at the
advanced age OF S5. lie was a native Of
of Claremont and graduated from the Water
vile College IN 1928. He was one of the
best known Baptist clergymen in New Eng
land
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-02-23
THE COKE TROUBLE.
The Operators in the Coke Regions
Resume Work.
MT. PLEASANT, Pa, Feb. %.

MT. PLEASANT Pa, Feb. 22.
There was a general resumption of work
in the coke regions today. 1t was feared
that the Hungarians would cause trouble but
they weakened this morning and placed no
obstacle in the path of the workmen. At the
Valley mines the men went in and came out
in body. The Hungarians are fiocking into
the offices for checks today, and many of
them have been refused work. 1t is thought
an effort will be made to freeze them out and
compel them to leave their houses.
PITTsBURG, FEB. %.
A Collinsvlle despatch says that the Hun
garians paraded through the northern part of
the region all night threatening violence to
all who returned to work. The police are on
guard and no serious trouble is apprehended
At the Morrill, and Wheeler mines the men
struck again because the company refused
to reduce the size of the wagons.
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AnsOn's Tax Books.

NORTH ANsoN, Feb. %.
Mr. r. r. Abbott and j. J. Parlin of North
Anson went to St. Stephens today as auth
orized agents of the town of Anson, to get
settlement with Collector Clapp, if possible.
As is we'll known he still retains the tax
books of the town. and it is very desirable 10
get control of them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-02-23

No investment can be made that will pay a
family so well as the weekly expenditure Of
FIVE cents for The Golden Argosy. II is a
safe paper for the family, filled with choice
stories and other matter Of the highest char
acter. 1t is endorsed by such prominent
men as Hon. s. B. Elkins and Cornelius
Vanderbilt who take it for their families. L
can furnish it by the week or year. j. Frank
Pierce, Augusta, Me. Dealer in Books,
Periodicals, Stationery, etc.
ianlgdpodGm3p
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The SanbOrn will Sustained.

EXETER, N. H., Feb. %.
In the Sanborn will case Judge Leavitt
sustains the will on the evidences. General
Marston for the contestants failed to appear
at the time set for the hearing today The
contestants have 60 days in which to appeal
and carry the case to the supreme court
The evidence has been clear in regard to
Sanborn's sound mental condition and it is
probable the case will be dropped and will be
proved.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-02-23

A meeting of the chiefs of the State weather
services, members of meteorological societies
and others specially interested in meteorolog
ical works OF the State or local organizations
will be held at Washington, beginning at 10
A. NJ, next Wednesday, in the lecture hall
of the Smithsonian Institution. The con-
vention is at the invitation of Gen. Hazen,
chief signal officer, and officials of the signal
corps will participate. 1t is believed that
one result of the convention will be the adop-
ton of uniform methods of observing and re-
cording observations, and that by general
interchange of views on the subject of sig
nal service reports and special weather fore
casts, these reports may be more valuable
methods of distribution.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-02-23

never deceive the public. but beware of the Cheap
John druggists who offer you plaster called "Cap-
sieum." "Capscin. ""Capucin" or "Capsicine," and
tell you II is Substantially the same as the genuine
Benson's Capcne Plaster. or even better. They ask
less for the imitation. for II costs less but n
dial agent II is absolutely worthless. rhe reputa-
tion Of Bensons the only plaster possessing actual
and high curative qualities In the result of many
years experiment and honorable dealings on the
part Of the propretors; and 5000 physicians, pbar-
macists and druggists endorse II as the best ever
made. Protect yourself against deception by buying
Of reputable dealers only, and avoid mistakes by
personal examination. The genuine has the "Tbree
Seals trademark and In the centre IL cut the word
"Capcine."
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FROM SALT LAKE CITY.
The United States Attorney Assaulted
by CannOn's sons.

SALT LAKE CRY, Feb. 20
United States Attorney Dickson was as
saulted this evening at the Continental Hotel
by three men who called him to the outer
door. Judge Powers and Major Early the
proprietor, thinking there was something
suspicious followed Mr.. Dickson and were
just in time to arrest two of his assailants,
who proved to be Frank J. Cannon, son of
George o. Cannon, and Angus Cannon. The
third, who escaped, is unknown. A police
man afterwards took Frank J, Cannon away,
contrary to Judge Powers order. United
States Marshal Ireland took the other under
his own charge. Diskson is not seriously
hurt
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More Pay Demanded.
New ORLEANS, Feb, 22

New ORLEANS, Feb. %.
The freight brakemen on division of the
Illinois Central R. R., extending from this
city to Canton, Miss, struck work today. The
men at present receive from s47 to $50 per
month. Two brakemen comprise crew and
they are expected to handle 80 cars. They
now demand two cents mile or about $50
a month, with three men to compose crew.
No freight trains are moving and freight
traffic on the road is at present suspended.
The strike of the brakemen and freight
handlers has ended, the differences having
been satisfactorily adjusted.
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Death of Rev. VIM. j. Clifford.

CAMDEN, Feb. %.
Rev. VIM. J. Clifford died today, aged 50.
He was native of Granthan, N. Ii. He
leaves two sons, Rev. j. r. Clifford of Cam
Wiley University of Texas; and one daugh-
ter the wife of Rev. B. C.. Wentworth of
Houlton, Me-; One son, Rev. A. j. Cliff
ford of Kansas City, died last December !;
all Methodist minister's including the daugh-
ter's husband. They are well known, able
and highly esteemed
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Challenge for a boat Race.

BosToS. Feb. 22.
Jno. Teemer, champion sculler Of America,
left for McKeesport tonight. Previous to
HI. departure. a telegram was received from
ST. Louis from J. A. st. John, challenging
Teemer 10 a three mile race for $1,000 side
and the championship, over any lake course
IN the country. A reply was sent that Tee
mer would meet him on Saturday in Cincin-
natl and close all the arrangements.
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Arrested tor Making False Returns OF
Postage Stamps.
Especial to the Kennebec Journal. I

GARDINER, Feb. %.
Deputy United States Marshal Marble of
Portland, assisted by Deputy Sheriff Norton,
today arrested Benjamin B. Hanson, post
master of North Pittston, for making false
returns of postage stamps. His trial will
occur tomorrow before the United States
Commissioner at Portland. Several wit
nesses from this city and the adjacent town
have been summoned.
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Railroad Accident.

BUFFALO. N. Y, Feb. %.
serious accident occurred this forenoon
on the Buffalo, New York & Philadelphia
railroad at point about 10 miles north of
M Morris. The early train from Nunda to
Rochester ran off the track, when the for
vard coach tipped over and was burned.
Eighteen persons were in the coach at the
time of the accident and all were more or
lesa seriously injured.
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Official Announcement. A

BosToN, Feb. %
Hon. John B. Finch, right worthy grand
templar of the Independent Order Of Good
Templars. has issued card to the members
of the fraternity throughout the world offic-
tally announcing the death of John B. Cough
and requesting that Sunday, April llth, be
observed by memorial services in his honor
BY the temperance societies 1t is further
requested that each lodge drape its charter
in mourning for 30 days from the above
date.