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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
FOREIGN INTELLIGENCE.
All Night Sessions in Commons
Over the Ashburne Act.
The Debate Becomes Sharp-Uniontsts
Vote With the Government.


LONDON, Nov. 20.
On motion of Smith, the government lead
er, in the House of Commons this evening,
he rule requiring an adjournment at mid
night. was suspended that the debate on the
land purchase bill extending the operation Of
the Ashhurne act, should proceed until
division was reached.
john Dillon said he thought the time had
come 10 take broad view of the Ashbourne
act and show the British tax payer what al
vances might be asked and the nature of the
security for them. lie hoped the debate
had resulted in waking up the tax payers to
tle immiuence of the danger of finding them
selves committed to the scheme of l,ndlord
purchase without guarantees. twas astound-
ing 20 hear the torres speak with fervor
about the creation of peasant proprietary.
At the same time charging the peasants With
irving To frustraie the measure which was
directed To that end. Among the first prin-
ciples of the league stood the peasant pro
prietary league which aimed at procuring
such alteration in the law as would enable
every oocuper of land to become owner
He said be had formerly spoken in favor of
the Asbburne act. bat that was when no
c, ercion exi.ted. With the coercion act it
was assisting the landlords to raise the
price of land while breaking up
the combinations of tenants. He must
warn the English people that the DAY
might come when the us-iousl programme
v ould include the iepudiati m of liabilities
under the act. Gosche had tried 20 show
thst thsre was adequate security for al
,ances because the trrms of purchase in
cludcd both the the landlords and tenant.
inters The truth was that in the hundred
cases the land commission had re ported the
landlords and tenants interests together
would OF afford sufficient security tor the
price al which it was proposed TO purchase.
Hear, hear
NJ. Harrington discussed the measure a;
| leng h in reply 10 Dllou the sharp and
wordy corfiiet between the two adding zest
10 the debse.
Morley took up the cudgel in defence of
the posi- ion taken by Glsd,sone and Dillon.
! Smith defs nded the government scheme.
| The House then divided. The second
reading Wa. fixed for Thursiay. The union
lists voted soliiiy with the government Two
! Gtadsronizns voted zsainst the ameDdmeBt,
and two more aostained frcm voting. The
Gls. s,oaizn members DIDN'T challenge the dl-
vision on the second reading.
Ensiand Negotiares with France.
In the House of Lords toright Salisbury
stated that nesol iarions still proceeded with
France In reference to the blockade of the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
The "Old Game" Leaves a Man Dssti.
tute
Especial to the Kennebec Journal,

Especial to the Keunebec Journal.
PORTLAND, Nov. 20.
rural looking gentle man at the Union
station was sccosied today by a glib young
man in the garb of drummer, who appeared
tn be IN difficulty, I he later had a tobac.
co bill OF $50 up town To pay, and no ready
money. lie had however check for S26u0
which he would like TO leave tor security
The old story, the pal ana ALL bat with a sad
ending The victim, at last accounts, was
at the station, strapped" and holding 4
wUtthless check.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
BIG WORK AHEAD.
The Tennessee River Region to be
Opened Up

CHArAxooGA, Nov. 20.
The Tennessee river transportation COM
pany organized by Connecticut capitalists
today purcha, ed a number of boats plying
in local trade on the Tennessee river fof
sl0u0o0 The company has paid up cap
ital Of $3.50 90 ard large resource.
TIE f,cilities " the rver Will be doubled
ard the purchase w-ll result in the coustrus-
ton of several furnaces, opening OF mines
aud great agricultural Developments. This
ls the first step looking to the completion OF
the work of The removal of obstrucrions in
the Tennessee river at Muscle shoals by the
government, which has been progressing for
nauy years aud on which three million dol.
lars have been expended. 1t is expected
that the canals wlll be opened this winter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
CONDENSED DISPATCHES.

Sir Francis DeWinton has received q let
ter written by Mr.. ,Iams son in April, of the
Stanley expedition, stating that all was we'll.
Twenty-t 20 new cases and one death from
yellow fever at jacksonville. Tuesday.
Palma Island has been declared infected
with yellow fever.
The annual report of the b. & o. Railroad
Company shows the total revenue for the
past year to be $50, ,3j3.49i; expenses sl+,-
200. 56l net earnings, So, l52 ,oS0; a decrease
OF $3.50 ,97t.
Joshua Foster, for IA years principal of
the University for Deaf and Dumb of Penn
syivania, died Tuesday, aged I6.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

The city committee on public buildings
held meeting 10 the office of +. E. South
ard, g., yesterday, TO consider the question
OF removing the armory OF the Capital
Guards to some room, the rental of which
would be less than $500 per annum. the
price now pail for the use of Meonian Hall.
The meeting adjourned to the call of the
chair without reaching any definite decis-
i'm
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
A Break ia w heat.

Chicago, Nov. 20.
There was break of tve and one-halt
cents on December wheat and three cents on
MAY wheat today The closing prices shos
considerable recovery from the inside
Nnw YoRK, Nov. 20
Wheat prices in the produce exchange
''slumped" tolsy. causing some excitement
| Dec, m Der broke from !U7 l-2 10 lU4 IS.
| NAV went off at2 Ia cents. There were
4 10 failures
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
MAINE BREvITIES.

The republicans of South Gardiner and
Bow wdoinham celebrated i'll fine style Tues
lay evening"
Among the many things which this coming
legislature will be called to act upon, will b,
the division of the town of B0othbay. The
cas- il similar To the Pittston division, the
village wishing to introduce the improve
ments hich 1t believ"s necessary to it:
1rosth. The village has been defeated by
the outlying districts in their attempts TO put
IN the de sired Improvements, including the
water system. For hi, reason the matter
will be brought before he legl ,lature.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
THAT MESSAGE.
The President Flees to the Retirement OF
Oak Grove Where He Will Wdte It.


WAsuISGroN, Nov. 20
President Cleveland went to Oak View
his eve ming. determin ned to remain until hs
has completed his annual essage which h,
has not yet begun. lie has most of the
topics we'll in hand but tinds it utterly i'm
possible 10 prepare it before Congress meets.
If he doesn't escape from the unavoidable
int rrup,ions by visitors which beset him al
the White House.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

Spfingnel0, Mass
My dear sir-Your letter of Nov. Is has
been received and | notice what you say
with reference to the organz ton and work
of the Harrison and Morton engineers aud
pioneers Of Springfield, and of their purpose
10 have al enteI Ia, nmenton Tue sdsy even ny
next. | would be glad to make Contribution
OF interest to this oe easion, but the pressure
of any correspondence ami the demand upon
my time are just now so great that it is i'm
possible for me TO write at any length.
b, &, however, that you extend to these gen
tlemea ny very sincere thanks for their very
faithful and efficient support for the princl
pies OF govetuInent represented by the re-
publican party. | am sure that there is that
ia its history which must win the admiration
of patriotic Americans and that in its present
policy which proves it is steaJfa,tly friend
of American institutions and in the interests
of our producing c'asses.
Very truly yours,
Benz. HARRIsoS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

Progress is as infectious as depression.
This time it is Mr., {, X, Partridge, the well
known druggist, who is to have plate glass
In those large windows of his store and in
.he door. These will present when com.
ple'ed as fine an appearance IS any on the
street, and will come just in time TO displa,
large holiday stock. which he is Z, ting IN
anticipation of big trade this season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

SIR. George Ryan has resigned his position
in the newspaper department of the post
Office and will accept a situation in vickery
& Hills Publishing house. Mr. B. Frank
o~itoa has just been appointed to fill hi.
place.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
GRIMES AND ACCIDENTS.
Killed by a Blow of the Fist.

NEw York, Nov. 20.
John W Coburn WAS convicted today of
msnslaughter in the second aeRree for kill
ing z Hip Beck,r by blow of the fist, be-
cause Becker interferei while Coburn was
qnarrehng with woman in the street. His
sentence was deferred.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
Striking Silk WeAvers.

PATTERSON. ". J Nov. 20.
The silk ripbJa weavers employed by
Clas & Grucock, about forty in number.
lett their looms today owing to a reduction
Of wages. The irm made the reduction Oh
the ground that they were paying higher
prices thsln other trms in the came line Of
busiaees.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
of Datmouth's Medical
Class.

HASovER, y. H., Nov. 20.
The annual gra iua.ig exercises Of the
Dartmouth Medical College occurred tonigh;
in the college church. There VAS a concert
by Esstmau', orchestra of Manchester The
graduates numher %. including the follow
ing residents of Ms,ne X. L. Donnell, l.
j. Frink. Daniel Goodenow. G- b. Whsou
and W. r. Morrow of Vermont.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

The Wide frames for the elegant new
residence of FAX Jones, the celebrated
Portsmouth brewer and politician are being
made at wyman, Weber and Cages shop.
They viii contain plate glass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
ANOTHER CABINET CANDIDATE
Mississippi Republic ,ns Advise Cen
test in the 2i. ga aud 7th Districts.

JACKSON, Nov. 30.
The republican executive committee met
here today and unanimously advised contest.
to be made in the "a. Sd and 1th congres
ionat distric's now repre- resented BY Morgan
Catching and Hooker. Gen Chalmers il
being urged by friends for cabinet posi-
ton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

Capt. o. NJ, Blaekingon has returned
from hunting excursion in the vicinity Of
Rome with the pelts of four large foxes and
several mink. lie also made sad havoc
smJng the partridges.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
A DENIAL
OF the Report Concerning Randall's
Condition.

THILApELPHiA. Nov 20.
The report that Randall is in critical
condition is unfounded. Randall is better
today than for some time past. lie spent
he greater part OF the day in gong over
appropriation bills and attending to other
business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

New YORK Money Market.

NEW YoEx. Nov -.
Money call easy. ranging from 70 a. last lo-a ..
Prime paper At " to 81
Exchange, dull and weak
6overnfsen; bonds, dull and steady.
Railroad bosds, fairly active, nrrn-
The following are the sosins quotations sf %
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
SO ENGLISH
How a Coat OF Arms Enhances the Val
! ue OF Sackvilie's "Duds"


WAsnlNGroS, Nov. 20.
The sale of the effect, of Lord S.ckvilie
WI. continued at the British legation today.
The articles brought generally more than
,h.y were worth. Everything marked with
coat of arms or looking peculiarly English
brought good heurcs sometimes two or
three times the real value.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

he organ to be used in the new Catholic
church, and which issXpected by boat today
mas an interesting history. 1t was built by the
celebrated Debain of Paris, and took the
first prize at the exposition of 1873. 1t was
presented to the musician who had charge of
1t during tn exposition. and when he came
to New York in 1850 he brought the organ
with him. This fall, wishing to return to
France, he disposed of the instrument at a
sacrifice. 1t was secured for the society
here by NJ. Emile Barber. The tones of
the organ are said to be wonderfully sweet
and clear, while its workmanship is of the
lnost elaborate design. its cost was $500.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
TIE PRESIDENT ELECT
Writes a Letter OF Acknowledgment
tor the Services OF Sprinsfield's HAr
rison and Morton Battalion.


SrRIsGEiELD, Mass. Nov. 20.
The Harrison aud Morton battalion dis
banded after q very successful supper al
Biackman Hall this evening The reading
os the following letter from President-elect
Harrison was greeted with enthusiasm;
lSDIASAPoLIs, Nov. Il.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
Alabama q Official Vote

MosrGoMERY, Ala, Nov. 20.
The votes cast Tor presidential elector,
were countei today by the Governor aud
Secretary of State. Cleveland received
ll7,3l0 votes, Harrison, I,l97, Fisk, sos.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

ArLA>rA. Nov. 20.
Alfred II. Colquitt, vas today Reelected
L. 5. senator. tie received every vote cast
in the Senate aud House except tso.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
SEEKING ACQUAINTANCE.
Sioux Indians Anxious to PIesen
their, Claims tc Gen. Harrison.


BisNARcK, OAK, Nov. 70.
Indians on the Sioux reservation are anx-
iou. to form the acquaintance of General
Harrison aud present tleir claims regarding
The proposed opening of their reservation.
TheY want TO visit him before the inaugurs
tion and the agents Sil b. greatly anno ed
b, their opportunities unless the request Is
granted.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
Randall in Critical Condition.

NV YORK, Nov. 70.
A special to the Mail aud Express from
Washington says; There is NO prospect thai
Randall viii taxe his st at at the SESSION OF
Congress ia December. Information from
his oh, sicians states privxely thar hi. eonii-
,lou Is most critical.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

The yoang people Of the oxfori League
held a meeting in the Methodist vesuy last
evening. After short business meeting a
social tine was enjoyed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

1t is reported that there are seven candi-
dates for the principalship of the Castne
Normal School, left vacant by the recent
Heath of Prof. Woodbury.. Among these
are I. w. Foster and Z 4. Pbilbrook, both
of whom have for some years been assist
ants in the school. The man who is almost
sure of an election. however. is Prof. Albert
F. Richardson, principal of Frysburg Aca ie-
my. Prof. Richardson was graduated from
Bowdoin College in 1874 aud las ever since
been connected with educational institutions
Through his exertions the academies both at
Bridgton and Fryeburg have attained their
present prosperity. Prof. Richardson is at
present a member of the board of trustees
of the normal school. The salary connected
with this position is $500.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

MIR. Milliken, the venerable clerk at the
Secretary of States office, is now busy send
ing out copies of he Governors Thauk-giv-
ing proclamation to all the city and town
cierks throughout the State. This time hon
ored custom, which is still kept up, has been
10 send to each clerk as many copies as there
are church parishes in his town or city, and
1t is expected that he will send copy to
each aud that the same will be reverently
read from their several pulpits on the Sun
day preceding the day appointed for thanks
giving and prayer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
BY TELEGRAPH.
SIGNAL SERVICE

Weather Indications for the Hsxt "a
Hours
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
Shot His Mistress.

New YORK. Nov. 20.
Jas. Nolan, an unemployed expressman,
sh 1t and killed his mistress, Emma Buck,
today, at her lodgings No g. Second street.
o. cause she had, on account of his penniless
condition, taken up with another man.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

Several of the IRON beams made by the
Phoenix Co. of Trenton, n. j for the new
public building have proved several inches
too short for the places they were intended
10 fill. The manufacturers claim that the
plans sent tht III were incorrect, while the
contractors cay the company are at fault.
The lengthening of the beams lss caused
considerable trouble Ind ,xI,use and unless
some compromise is Effected it is quite like
ly that lei gal proceedings against the iron Co
Will arse.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

East African eossf- Concessions BY Fr&n-e
you'd practically enatle to government to
stop the slave trade.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

County Commissioners are in session.
III. regular session for winding mp busines.
will be the Sri Tuesday in December.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

II is understood that Bishop Healy will
not unite the Catholics of Togus aud Hal
lowell into one parish before spring.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
Beverly Ice Houses surn.

BEVERLY, Mass, Nov. 20.
B. n. Dodge's eight ice houses burasd To-
! night, causing loss of several thousand dol
lars. &l ssaf Aea
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

1t is said that the next legislature will be
asked To modify the present Law relating to
the taxation OF property owned by religious
and educational i islitutions, SO AS 10 exempt
from taxes only that portion which is direct
ly used for those purposes. Bates College,
a large portion of the properly of which con-
sists of real estate in Lewiston, would suffer
more than any other institution in the State,
fort TO prevent the pass of such an act.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21

ABgusta-Nor1h Parish.

6bIHstu-4NOfM uFfshs
A very pleasant ,thering was cid at Mr.
C. w. liltons ON The river road, last Tues
day evenirg-rbe pupils. together with their
parents, met in body and presented their
teacher, Miss Arda Is. Warren with a very
ine and costly chair as tosen of their love
and esteem for her. The presentation
speech was male by MissJennie Moore, one
ner. Miss Warren thanked the donors with
few, well-chosen words. The evening
was occupied with games and all went home
feeling that it bad been pl, asant occasion
The following are the names of pupils no.
absent ope-half day during Lhs fall term of
nine weeks a. Nor N Parish school, Aria b
B. Warren, teacher: Maud Harwood, Sadi.
tIsrwood and Maggie Dudley.
Wtnsior
Supervisor of schools Geo. S. Paine of.
ferred prize for the best spoilers in the
schools about month ago. three of the best
scholars 10 be chosen by their teachers from
each school. The examination cam. off last
Saturday at the Tos Hall. Much interest
vas shown by the friends of the competitors
Miss L1ttie Clifford from Miss Brainard'.
school took the frst Prize quarter eagle
Miss LINE Priest from Miss Howard
school the second--a gold dola Mis-.
Eta Warren only eight years old is Won
derful speiler, and came very near getting
the second prize. About thirty competed
for the prizrs-wm. +. Reynolds started
Saturday night for Seattle, Washington Ter
ritory where he will soend the winter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
Socal 2Hoffcrs.

The annual cleaning a, the State House is
completed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-11-21
some ERsET.

Palmyra.
Mr.. Albert Smith has bought the re e.idencs
of VIM. PDilbrick at the west end of the vii
lage. MIR Philbrick contemplstes removing
to Pittsfield Miss k-zzie Hubbard finished
successful term of school at Ma law aka
last Friday Miss Christie Violet of Boston
Mas is in town ce more. She intend
. remain with US for a year.-Lesley J0-
nonHett had the misfortune to jam of the
END of his right forehnger white at work on
y nav press one dav last week.-Me,srs. T.
+ Rowe, c. II. Johounett and C.. E. Frost
were eaosen d ,l,xate, to attend the union
Sunday school at the Sunday school coaven-
ton to be holden at North Newport next
Wednesday.
Madison.
The Indian Spring Woolen mill was light
ed BY electricity for the first time THURSDAY
night Alvin Hilton OF tins tow had nice
heifer die "Wednesday from some unknown
cause. She was sick but few dsys.-The
family of W. ). Brown our groce-y and
shoe dealer left on the noon tram Wednes-
day for Detroit. Ne. where Mr. Brown viii
s.son follow Rev. Mr.. Wggins il about TO
move into the house OF Frank Whitney Oh
Pleasant ST.
Mercer.
Special Disrric, Depu J. W. Dickinson.
assisted by Geo Carr a. marshal and Loui.a
Wood as deputy marshal installed the officers
of Mercer lodge of Good Templsr. last Sat
u-dsy night The follU~ ing ar the cftic-rs
aIonzo whltcomb. G. T.; lease Groves.
V. T.; Ro-a Carr. Sec Aelle Greehl.sf.
A. 5 FEEL Cutting, +. s.; j. VI. Uweis
I r.; Frank George, r. G. t. Pernsn,io
Carr, Chsp. Ms. Lgey Wool. ). J. r
Forest Furbusn, NJ; Lila Carr. d. NJ;
Aa.el S.esers0n, g.. Frank Darling, Sent
Crystal Wave Templs propose. TO hold al
e iertaInmeDt at the ve.iry neIt FRIDAY
night. Nov. 20 Efforts are being mide u
( purchass lamps to light our streets. Tbs
posts are set ami nearly enough has beef
subscribed to oay the lamps.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1888-10-17
VIRGINIA NEWS.

The Richmond Exposition has proved a
success beyond question. There was large
crowd present yesterday.
Mr.. J. W. Hainea, sixty four years Of age,
and Miss Angelina Moore. siXty-eight years
of age, were married on the svsriug Of tire
10th inst. near Stafford G. H.
Prominent peanut growers 10 Southanp.
ten county say tina. the crop il very bad
condition, and that the yield will moi be
more than one half OF the average. I,
Edwin A Vim, we'll known society
man of Richmond, who was arrested some
weeks ago upon charge of tho larceny OF a
sum of money from Cardcza 81 Co., his EN-
ployets, was tried in The Husiings Court yes
terdsy in that city aid given diteen days in
Jail.
Wytheville LAST Monday, Judge Brown
of the Circuit Court, fixed the date tor the
execution of Wayman Sutton for Friday,
the SOth day of November next. Sutton was
convicted for shooting Ceter Harvell from
ambush, while the latter stood in his door
way, supported on either side by bis wife
and aged mother.
The directors of the seabosrd and Roan.
oke Railroad Company and of the Balti-
more Steam Packet Company, Col. John III.
Robinson president, at a meeting 10 Baltl-
more yesterday declared dividend of per
, ent. for the half year On the stock OF the
railroad company, and of q per cent. for
the quarter on the stock of the packet com.
papy, or the Old Bay line.