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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

There is no article of food more gener-
ally consumed than wheat flour in its various
forms of bread and pastry, but chemists by
examination find that by its use, mankind
loses two-thrds of the elements that go to
make up bone and muscle. These vital
elements are the phosphates which are alb
solutely necessary for the maintenance of
health, and which nature has provided in
the wheat grain, but man has removed from
the flour in the process of boiling. 1t was
this fact that suggested the invention of
Prof. llorsforl of his preparation as bak-
ing powder that would add these nutritious
phosphates, aad thereby supply the deficiency
in the flour. In place of the alum, cream
tartar, etc, used in common baking powders,
he produced an acid phosphate, and thus
makes baking powder which not only
raises the dough, but leaves in the bread the
vital phosphates of which the flour has
been deprived septl ld&wlm
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27
AUGUSTA IN "YE OLDEE TINES"
Early "reminiscences Of the Augusta
House,
As Related to Journal Reporter by
It's First Boarder.

II was one Of the first. perhaps the first
Doarder which the Augusta House ever had, :
remarked the veteran Hiram Reed to tn.
journal scribe as they were discussing SONS
matter OF local history recently.
! when was that Mr.. Reedr"
I well, went there to board Oct /, 1881
the very day it was opened to the public fol
the first time"
"Who built the house!"
1T was built By a company in order to
furnish more hotel room for the accommo-
dation of members of the legislature"
There must have been many changes in
the house since that time
There have indeed At the present
time not boarder who was there that win
is now living except myself. All of the
servants are dead, the house itself 10 more
than twice as large as 1t was then, aud still
the proprietors are now putting on an addi-
ton. have known everyone of the laDd-
lords of this house, in fact l have done
business with them ALL"
How many are now hvingl"
only four to my knowledge
These are Mr.. King, who is
living out West somewhere, Mr.. Whitehead
now settled in Lowell, think, Mr.. Guy
Turner, the efficient city treasurer, and Mr..
Charles Miliken, the present popular land
lord.
"Who was the fret landlord?"
"A Mr.. Stevens of the Gardiner Hotel.
He was quite an old gentleman when he took
the House, but was assisted by four grown
children--two sons and two daughters"
at must have been quite political head
quarters"
ut was, indeed. Sheppard Cary of Houl-
ton was the leading spirit of the Democratic
party in that time and he made the
Augusta House the headquarters of
the Democratic party, since that time it has
always been the headquarters of whatever
party was in power"
II suppose you had lively crowd of
boarders."
I'VE certainly did. Those were the days
of the old-fashioned stage coaches. and driv-
ers and passengers used to make merry
boarders for the hotels with their stories,
their songs and their practical jokes The
Augusta House was quite rendezvous for
drivers, then: Well, I'm stopping at the
Augusta House now and can say that in all
my experience have never known it to be
better kept. It's almost like home to me,
and there are many pleasant memories
connected with it which can never forget"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

On Thursday the second excursion through
the Craw ford Notch, under the auspices OF
,he Maine Central railroad, will take place,
and. after the wet and disagreesble weather
of the past week, there is every prospect OF
charming air, bright sunshine and blue skies
The tickets are sold for morning or noon
trans good TO return on the Monday follow
ing. and continues good on to Fabyan's'
where tickets can be obtained to the sum-
nit of Mt. Washington and return. Inc
n-;e.s ,re worry reasonable. and those who
enjoy the finest mountain scenery, with the
changing foliage, should avail themselves OF
this opportunity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27
Personal.
Mr.. Jas. +. Fuller is in Boston.
Mr. j. G.. Gott of Auburn. was in

Mr.. Jas. 4. Fuller is in Boston.
Mr.. j. G. Colt of Auburn, was in town
last evening.
Officer Lyman Grant of Scion, was in
town yesterday.
Mr. b. F. Abbott of Albion, was in the
city last evening.
Mr.. C. L. Harmon of Lowell Mass, was
in town yesterday.
Mr.. W. f. Wclch of North Berwick, was
in the city yesterday.
Judge Libbey will preside over the Octo-
Der term of the S. j. Court at Bangor.
County Attorney Carleton will remain at
has tried large number of cases this term.
Friends of Mrs. E. b. Jones will be glad
to learn that she is slowly recovering from
her late illness.
Mr.. w. II. Osgood and wife of Lewiston,
Maine. and Mrs. f. w. Ballard of Denver,
Colorado, are spending a few days at Joseph
f. Fosett. No II Court Street.
Col. C. j. Morton, Commissioner of Navi-
CATION, who has been visiting his home in
this city. left for Washington on last nights
Pullman. Mr.. Michael Burns, Assista mt
Postmasters Chick and Lynch, Mr.. T.
J. Murphy and Mr.. F. w. Plaisted babe
him adieu at the station.
The firm of Davis & Bailey has been dis
solved and ex-Goy. Davis has leased the
Office formerly occupied by the late John
Varney. Mr.. Bale will keep the present
office and probably j. +. Gould, Esq. who
ha. been with the firm for some time past
will ,ty with him.
Misses Gertrude and Grace Cannon have
lust returned from a six weeks visit to their
uncle at Webster, Mass. They were accom-
panied home by another uncle, Maj. Al
fred Morton, u. S. A., former resident of
this CITY, now stationed in Arizona, Terri
tory who came to make brief visit to his
relatives.
The Blue Book of the House of Parlia-
ment for 1887 contains a discussion of the
standard yard made by Prof, Rogers, of
Colby University, for the Standard Depart
ment of the British Board of Trade in 1887.
The length Of yard Was found to be only "a
millionths or an inch shorter than the stand
ard Imperial yard.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

The whole rain fall last week was little
more than three inches according to the OBJ
servers. A very ingenious machine is United
States meteorological bureau rain gauge tina
they use in measuring the rain. IL is BIZ
copper pail in the form of cylinder. A round
cover sits in on the bottom of the pail and a.
the rain falls it runs in around the cover
which floats upon the water and rises with it
This cover is to prevent evaporation. On
the scales the entire apparatus balances tn,
weights on the end of the balance. The
water in the pail is weighed in inches instead
of pounds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

The October Magazines.


The October number of the Forum pre-
senrs most varied and attractive table of
contents. The opening article is a sketch
Of Count Leo Tolstoi BY Archdeacon E. w.
Farrar. Edward Atkinson has a most read
able article on The Progress of the Ma
tion." Senator James B Eustis has strong
presentation of this subject from southern
point of view. although northern people will
be slow to accept either his premises or his
conclusions. W. B. Farwell discusses the
momentous question "Why the Chinese
should be Excluded" in strong aud master
ly manner, while Edmund Gosse considers
whether or not America has produced po-
ct . her interesting articles by eminent
writer's make this number of the Forum
fully up to its usual high standard. The
Forum Publishing Co., 253 Fifth Avenue,
New York.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

The new French church will be heated by
method comparatively new but which is slready
much employed in the west \ furnace 'h'''ee"
feet long, five feet high and three feet IN
width will be placed in the basement Eaeh
floor will be laid double with an air space OF
about two inches between the two Thickness $
es. Through this space and between the
.ou,er and inner walls the hot air VIII
circulate keeping the rooms AZ
an even temperature. A large ventiating
shaft will admit fresh air which will be
drawn in fast enough TO entirely change the
atmosphere of the interior every eight MIN
utes. This system also obviates the necessi-
ty of using water in the closets down stairs
as all offensive odors will be removed by a
constant stream of hot air. This heating
apparatus is manufactured by Smead l.
Northcott of Elmira, n. Y. and will be the
nrst of the kind introduced into Maine. 1t
10 Gained that the expense of heating by this
system is less than by steam or a hot air
furnace. The fuel used will be wood.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

The veteran tramp, Peter Bartlett has
takne up his quarters at the Jail for the resi-
of the season. Peter was born in CONSTANT
nople and the blood of both Turk and Italian
courses through his veins. He has received
some education and speaks five lanngages
fuently. For three winters he has lodged
with Sheriff McFadden, and has more than
paid his board by doing odd jobs about the
county buildings.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

1t Is by no means uncertain, but on the contrary,
well ascertained fact that upon the we'll being of
mans stomach depends that IN dicum of happiness
which Is vouchssfed 10 him in this world. ID spep-
81 {, the foe OF all other to The somschs tranquility,
and most to be dreaded, Is complai to the pre-
liminarv relief an eventual cure of which Ho,let-
trrs stomach Bitters is specially adapted. Ii en-
sbes those who use II with a reasonable egree of
persistence to eat with relish. because 1t lmaEs
strengthen. the stomach and to assmiate tue food
which ia eaten and dige-'ed, thus netting hes tn,
promoting sh and sustaining The exercise Of the
physical and mental faculties. 1t, moreover, fa Ill
iafes the -ecre ion of heal by bile, actuaies with
out discomfort the habi OF body, and tends, when
taken upon retiring, to produce healthy s4umber'
Malaria IL conquered bv II.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

An engagement just announced that is
making a slight sensation in social circles is
that of Edward Biddle of Philadelp hia, TO
Miss Lea of Boston, young lady of about
twenty whom he met during the summer at
Bar Harbor. Mr.. Biddle is widower with
three sons, one of them quite young man
His first wife was a daughter of A. J.
Drexel, the great banker.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

vome n were permitted to vote, and we're en-
TIT ed to make our laws, they would among
other things enact
First.-rhst every man must be at home
at ten r. NJ, without fail.
Second,-Thst married men should bestow
some attention to their own wives, &c &c.
He might have added also that they would
ensct thar a man be compelled TO keep hi.
liver IN good shape, and consequently hi.
mind at ease. And for the purpose there i,
morning so efiescious as Steele's Little Bile
Pll>, % cents per bottle. For sale by J. M.
Mixer and c. b Nusphv & 60.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

The handsome Chinese paper goddess
grocery store for II few days past has met
with an untimely end. Last night current
of air blew her against the gas jet aud an in-
slant Inter ,h,was no more. She came from
Yokohama with the last invoice of May
Flower tea which Mr. Fuller imported.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

Rheumatism, Gout, and Neuralgia, are ter
ribly tying diseases; for the cure OF which,
men have experimental with many different
drugs, in the endeavor to fnd some thing that
could be relied upon. Nothing heretofore
discovered has had so much success A. Men
ard. Rheumatic Bullets. They are pleas
ant remedy, easily taken, and almost an
absolutely certain cure. A dollar invested
IN a bottle of them will pay you better than q
Thousand in Wall street. If you need them
ak J. NJ. Mixer and c. B. Murphy 4 Co.
or q DO tile.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

The work of tearing down the stone cutters
shed in the rear of the new Public Building
begun yesterday. The frame and boards
will be taken to Norridgewock Fifty feet
at the southern end will be left standing a
month longer, during which time it will
shelter seven workmen.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

Grapes were never SO plenty. luscious and
cheap in this city as they are now. Splendid
Salem grapes retail at about forty ce It's per
basket and are exceedingly plenty. There
are dozens of otter varieties equally cheap
and good but the Salems seem TO be the
favorites. Bartlett pears have disappeared
from the market aud the peach season, which
has been very short, is also over.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27
IUov Fever.

l have been a great sufferer from hay fever
for Is years. read of the many wondrous
cures of Ely's Cream Balm and thought |
would try it, In fifteen minutes after one
application was wonderfully helped. Two
weeks ago commenced using it and now
feel entirely cured. 1t is the greatest medi-
cal discovery ever known or heard Of
Duhamel Clark, Lynn, Mass.
QondR-o.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27
Bucklen's Arnica Salve.

The best Salve in the world for Cuts.
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fever
Sores, letter, Chapped Hands, Chilblains,
Corus, and all Skin Eruption, and positively
cures Piles, or no pay required. 1t is guar
snteed to give perfect sati.faction, or money
refunded. Price Is cents per box. For sale
nv ]. N. Mixer. aug20fd&wly
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

You may call this something of rain he
pouring down the hills and threatening TO
enguf the business portion of the city
but he added, "this is only gentle sum
mer sunshiner compared with the rains we
had in California in" There was a sound
of heavy blow followed by the fall of a
corpulent body. Verdict, justfiable homi-
eide.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

Beautiful full ostrich tips trim the most
stylish imported French hats for fall wear.
and are placed upon the crown, falling well
toward the front A bow of costly ribbon
holds them in place and makes the only other
decoration.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

The base bali team did not play yesterday
Oh accouit of the storm. Last night they
left st. John for Halifax, where game will
be played today Tomorrow they play in
Moncton and Saturday will avenge their re-
cent defeat at ST. John. They arrive home
Sunday night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

NON% that are fretful, peevish,
cross, or troubled with
Windy Collie. Teething Pains. or
Stomach Disorders, can be relieved
at once by using Acker's Baby Soother.
1t contains no Opium or Morphine,
hence is safe. Price % cents. Sold By
J. NJ. Mixer. 1874 Wster street, druggist
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

One of the duties of our night watchmen
ia 10 see that no goods are left hanging out
most every night enough merchandise is
left exposed TO Zurich the pockets of any
needy adventurer who happens to stroll
along.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27
A Valuable Book.

One of thu finest books which has recent
ly been put upon the market 10 the "Th,
Practical Home Physician" work which
has been carefully edited by four of til.
ablest ply sicians in the country. 1t is .
complete epitome of important medica
knowledge and is warmly commended By
physicians both in this and other States a.
Der of colored autographs showing the posi-
tons of all the organs in their proper place.
are alone worth the price of the book. CAPT
Fl o. Pierce Of Monmouth will call upoi
Augusta citizens with this book.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

twill be remembered that on the sth day
of July last. the democratic cohorts gathered
Mt Portland TO ratify the State AID national
ticket. One of the enthusiasts preseutwas
Charles Ii. johnson of this city. Among
the people he met were George W. Powell
his wife Georgia. and one Dora Richardson.
J.,hnson imbibed freely with these friends,
the rotations including some cherry rum that
Johnson bought and Georgia mixed The
next thing johnson knew he was in the poii' .
s,a,,on. where he reported the loss of nearly
o,oo AT the trial of Powell and Georgia
for the theft, johnson told the story OF Ms
visit TO Georgia and Dora and the loss OF his
money. In the course of the cross-e1amina'
ion much food for thought was elected for
aauocratic enthusiasts.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

Several Augusta citizens who were in at
tendance upon the fair at Readheld yester
day, arrived home last evening the most be-
draggled, muddy and woe-begone which
have been seen in this section for many a
moon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

The Secretary of State has now received
unofficial returns from all the towns in the
State except Bowdolp, Starks and French
vile Westdrld Pr which gives Burleigh
and Putnam seventeen votes each arrived
yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

Mr. J. II. Bean has moved into his new
quarters at 1872 Water street, and is now en-
gagged in arranging his stock. Mr.. Bean has
an organ and two sewing machines on exhi
bition at the Readlcld fair.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

A balky horse reared and pranced in front
of Court street crossing yesterday afternoon
and was finally induced to proceed by draw
ing the reins about his hind legs and pulling
forward.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

Acev's BLOOD ELIXIR Rrmsd is the s. only
teed 1t is positive cure for Ulcers, Erup-
tons or Syphilitic Poisoning. 1t purifes the
whole system, and banishes all Rheumatic
and Neuralgic pains. We guarantee h.
j. NJ. Mixer. 1874 Water street. druggist.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

The twenty-five agricultural societies in
Maine that plan to mold fairs next week,
hope that the reservoirs up above may all be
exhausted for the present, by that time and
that the sun may have IA chance to shine on
them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

Now that the Augustus have won the
Maine championship there is quite lively
struggle for second place between the Skow-
hegans, the ex-champions, and the Presump-
scots. May the best club win.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

Notwithstanding the unfayorable weather
the fall crop Of daudelions and buttercups
makes quite a sprinkliDg of color in places
and raspberry bushes are putting out their
autumn blossoms.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27
OUR AGENTS

win call on our subscribers during Septem-
Der, and October as follows:
]. n. Cross, of Augusta, kennebee and
Western Waiio.
Cyphas sally Of Fairfield, Aroostook
county.
Sumner Smiley Of Gardiner, Pittston, RAN
dolph. Alma, WhiteHvld, jefferson, Dire sien,
Richmond, Bowdoi,ham. West Gardiner,
Litchneld. faimingdale. Gardiner.
4. 5. Berry of Augusta, Newcastle,
Damariscotta, Nobleboro, WalIoboro,
Warren, Union. Rockland. Camden.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

Mr.. w. S. Cotton and wife have moved
their household goods from Lisoon to the
handsome residence owned by MIR j, :.
Hobbs on Melville street which they will
occupy in the future.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

NCN>> Of the good things of this
NNNNNS] life are sorrowfully let
alone on account Of Dyspepsia: Acker's
Dyspepsia Tablets will cure Dyspepsia,
Indigestion and Constipation; sold on !
positive guarantee at % and so cents, BY
j. M Mixer 1914 Water street. druggist.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

The Togus veterans will consume about
2500 pounds of smoking tobacco, and over
10000 pounds Of plug.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27
Interested People.

Advertising patent medicine in the pecu-
liar way in which the proprietor of kemp's
Balsam for Coughs and Colds does, is in
deed wonderful. He authorizes all druggists
to give those who cali for it a sample bottle
free. that they may try it before purchasing
The large bottles are soc and 81 90. We
certainly would advise trial. II may save
YOU from consumption. septl7d&wlm3p
Asa humor eradicator and blood purifier
Ingalls, Mandrake Compound has no equal.
Use no other. sept25d&vlv
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

Deputy Commissioner of Labor Campbell
Yesterday returned from visit to the facto-
ries throus bout the State where he has been
collecting statistics relative TO the employ
meut of children. He states that as gem
ersl rule manufacturers are pleased with the
law relating to child labor, passed by the last
Legislature. In acceptance with the law all
children between the ayes Of twelve and six
teen are provided with certificates of their
noe and of their attendance at school at least
sixteen weeks during the previous year.
Most of the children were French Canadians
whose age it is extremely difficult TO ascer-
tain. 1t seems probable that some parents
deliberately issue false certificates, and that
a certain per cent. of children employed are
less than twelve years of age. The penalty
of the discovery of such a fraud is a fine of
500, but owing to the extreme difficulty of
detection, the only way TO remedy the evil
is in the better education of public opinion
Most manufacturers are not pleased with the
workings of the ten hour law. They claim
that able bodied women should be allowed
10 work extra hours if they wish to do so.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

Gov. Marble and staff have received invi-
tations 10 attend the fall field day of tie
Amoskeag veterans of Manchester, n. H.,
at Portland, Oct. l.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

General Grant visited every civilized coun-
try yet, in all his travels. he had never seen
a more effectual remedy for coughs and colds
than Adamson's Botanic Balsam. Sold by
druggists and dealers at 30 cents. Trial size
10 cents. Large bottles IS cents
sept25d&w1w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

Have you heard from the gamer" was
the general query on the street last even
ing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

Adj Gen. Gallagher is busy sending away
bound copies of his annual report. Between
five and six hundred will be mailed to mill
tary men throughout the State.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

Some people will enter store not know
ing what they want and go out kicking be-
cause they didn't get it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

ME-. II. Jones recently found five
dollar bill on the floor of the grand jury
room He soon found an owner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

Go the Children. They are e.
SNSS pecially liable TO sudden
Colds, Coughs. Group. Whooping Cough
etc. We guarantee Ackers Epglish
Remedy positive cure. Il saves
hours Of anxious watching. Sold b
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

From reliable sources it is learned that
the catch of mackerel this season will not
exceed that of last year.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-27

The second excursion from this city to
Bar IiaFbor leaves to-day.