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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

The evils resulting from habitusl costive.
ness are many and serious; but the use OF
harsh, drastic purgatives is quite As danger.
Gus. In Ayers Pills, however the patient
has mild but effe ctive aperient, superior to
all others, especially for family use.
iuly23d&M
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

Opinions differ as 10 the origin Of dring
this number of guns on great occasions
Some hold that it can be deduced from the
German custom of adding one on almost
every occsion. which has descended into
trade and the ordinary Affairs OF life 9th
ers hold to the following historical origin
On the triumphant return of Maxlmiiian to
Germany after successful campaign. Il
brilliant reception was offered 10 the niDn-
arch by the town of Augsburg, and humid
, red rounds of cannon were ordered to be
discharged on the occasion. The officer in
service, fearing lest he had neglected the
exact number. caused an extra round TO be
added The town of Nuremberg, which
Macmillan next visited, DESTROYS 10 prove
itself equally loyal also ordered like
salute whence, it is held, proceeds the Gus
tom that has descended to our day.
Export of Petroleum..
We exported last year more petroleum
than ever before, 6l2 000, 900 gallons, OF The
estimated value of S49, 420.aA7.~sks had
| been expected that the competition of fofAign
| feel would decrease our exports, but it/is
not shown in the quantity. In the n,eoey
value of exports this competition may be
detected. In 1877, when the quantity of our
exports were about half of those of last year.
the value was SCI 900 900. Three years
later the quantity had risen TO 423 .964 500
gallons of the value of $50 Pts ,G25, and
from that year until 1856 there was improve
ment, though slightly irregular, in both
quantity and money return. Since ISIS the
improvement has been steadier. the value
increasing from S46 900 900 in 1857 to $40 :
| 600 600 this year.
| The Bridgewater Treatiscs.
| The name of these famous works is de-
rived from Sir Francis Henry Eg rion, Earl
of Bridgewater, who died in February, 1929
and left will directing certain trustees ia
invest eight thousand pounds to be placed AT
the disposal of the President of the Royal
Society, to be paid to the person or persons
nominated by him. The will further d.
rected that when these persons were so Sc
|, cted they should be appointed to write and
publish one thousand copies of a work on
the Power. Wisdom and Goodness of God.
as manifested in the creation, Illustrating
each work by all reasonable arguments
as, for instance, the variety and forma-
ton of Gods creatures in the animal
vegetable. and mineral kingdoms; the effects
of digestion, aud thereby of conversion
| the construction of the hand of man, and an
infinite variety of other arguments; as also
by discoveries, ancient aud modern. in arts
and sciences and the whole extent of litera-
ture." David Gilbert was at that time the
president of the Royal Society, and he, it'll
the advice of the Archb SHOP of Canterbury
and the Bishop of L. nd m appointed the
following eight persons, who accordingly
wrote the Bridgewater Treatises: Dr.
Chalmers, John Kidd, Rev NJ. Whewell
Sir Charles Bell, Peter Roget, Rev. DIR
Buckland. Rev. VIM. Kirby, and VIM
Prout.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

The 3 80 Boston express yesterday aise''
noon carried quite large number OF asF'
gates on the annual excursion Of the Mann
Press Association to the Algonquin, 81. Az
drews. The red badge bearing the so'a'
"Maine Press Association 1889" was mo-"
conspicuous and the member, were e''den''
bent upon making 8ne time Of their ouuns,
They were joined at this station by seven"
Augusta members Of the Association.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

ihe bsu Salve in thu world for Cuts,
Bruises, Sores. Ulcers, salt Rheum, Fever
Sores, letter, Chapped Hands, Chilblains,
Cnrns, and all Skin Eruptions, and positively
cures Piles, or no pay required. 1t IL guar
an:eea to give perfect sstisfaction, or money
refunded Price rs cents ner box. For sale
hv ! :: Siror aug4(l+dAvlv
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

The temporary change of time seems
have had good effect on the passenger and
freight traffic on the Boston boats On ye'-
terday's trip the Della Collins carried an IN
usually large number Of psssengers and 'hs
second largest freight consignment Of the
season. The change Of time continues 'o'
Today but will change again to 1870 Oh
Thursday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

A smart little girl has been heard from
who lives in Newport village. Her name is
Alta II. Goodwin and she is only four years
old She has picked enough raspberries TO
bers and has remaining thirty three cents
II it were not for the fact that this little girl
can probably look out for herself we should
ask some of our benevolently inclined people
TO enclose = bright dollar bill in letter and
send it to her. But perhaps she don't neec
it half AS much as some Of the poor children
rAspberres grow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

The Boston Journal thinks that the
Hawaiian Attorney General who is now in
Jail for attempting to nolle pros a murder
case in which his father-n-law was the
defendant was rs ereditable to Hawaii as
District Attorney Fellows is to New
He was influenced by the strong ties of
family, while Col. Fellows was controlled
by the claims OF personal friendship.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

Would it not be fine idea to change the
large time table on the wall Of the smoking
room at the Maine Central station The one
now adornng the wall bears date Of April
2sth and m some changes have been made
some Of our citizens are apt to get left unless
they note the difference.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

Arctic exploration Possesses q great fasci-
nation for the man of science. and nearly
every civilized government has fitted out ex-
petitions to that region. There is cold
enough here to satisfy most people. and to
make Adamson's Botanic Cough Baisam
necessary remedy july 23deod&weov
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23
What We Want in the o. g.

Ii vigorous foreign policy, and the people
to know that Menard's Rheumatic Bullets
will surely cure them Of Rheumatism. and all
Rheumatic affections. They are pleasant 70
take and are entirely free froo mineral
poison. For sale by J. NJ. Mixer and C. B.
Murphy Z Co.. for 81 60 per bottle
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

There will be meeting this afternoon And
evening at the Friends Chapel. Amos Ken
worthy Of Indiana and Joshua Frye and wife
Of Iowa will conduct the services both after
noon and evening. No collection will be
taken. The afternoon services begin at
and evening services at 7.30 +. NJ. A cor
dial welcome 10 all
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23
VOICES FROM THE PRESS


The statement that Gen. Sherman has
given up kissing pretty girls is explained by
another statement to the effect that when he
made trip up Pixies Peak recently he sat
down and ate a cheese sandwich. The girls
must draw the line somew here and why not
at cheese sandwiches?
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

The news that comes to US from Havti
startling announcement that 1.-THE crisis
has arrived" 1t has got along several
times before, however, and nothing has
seemed TO drop, so that its arrival again
a, this sultry period does not arouse par
ticular CONSERVATION.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

\ proposal to do away with the Grand
Jury system aud to have the commitment
serve "a an indictment is now being con-
sidered by the Washington constitutional
convention and seems to be In a fair way
Of being adopted.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

The Standard oil Company is said to
have discovered cheap method of max
ing gas from naptha. A syndicate. com
posed mostly OF Standard men. has been
nish cheaper gas than the old companies.
The reported English syndicate which
was going to buy out the Chicago gas
companies should have been styled u
Standard syndicate. The Standard folks
really appear to be hustlers. They might
perhaps make good thing in this new
line by bottling up the gas that will escape
when the Payne Brice Senatorial contest
gets well under way. There will he lots
of it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

low ~ y hieh has caagh, the progressive fever,
and l., nos booming with several new build
ings and 4 large increase of local business.
Il. terrible cafehin ar lots NJ places are
affected the same way
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

The sensational report that the Sugar
Trust of retincrs were storing sugar to
purpose of making "a ''corner" and caus-
Ing rise in the price, appears to have
been wholly without foundation. 1t seems
number of shrewd merchants who took
advantage of a duh market to lay ia a
stock for future trade.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

Howard Bruce of this city has bonded ter
ritory in Somerville containing plumbago
mine. and il is understood that he will begin
mining next week. Specimens from the
mine are said to be of superior excellence
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

a correspondent draws very interest
ing picture of Lord Tennyson strolling
about the beautiful grounds of his home
and "meditating stately verse" We may
well believe that his meditations do not
assume more tangible form these later
years, Judging from the last few speci-
mems of his work which have been pub
lished in this country. The productions
which gained this poet a secure place
among the immortals were written years
ago when he was plain Mr.. Tennysou.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

Among the Massachusetts clubs which
will play ball in this city on coming dates,
are the Woven Hose and Danvers teams.
Dates have also been arranged with the Ban
gors and Presumpseots. These latter games
will be Of much interest NJ the resul, will
bear directly on the question of State champ.
iOnship.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23
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Shiloh's Cure will Immediately relieve
Group, whooping cough and bronchitis. For
sale at c. B. Murphys.
july 22d&wchwky
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

A more thorough examination of Jo.epA
Duby who WAS injured Sunday nigh, v.
made yesterday by Drs. Martin aud Martin
No internal injuries resulted from the fall.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

The noon train for Bar lIarbor was lust
packed with people who were on their way TO
the resorts of Northern and Eastern Maine.
This hot weather is II most welcome boom
for the seaside hotel proprietor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

Councillor Lumbert WAS at the State Hons
today. MIR. Lumbert is chairman of The
State Beneficiary, and is now making up hi,
annual report of the supplies furnished ali
State paupers for the past year.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

One of the peculiarities of this season I,
that wild berries of the various kinds have
come to ripeness all together. Strawberries.
blueberries and rsspberries have been gath
cred on one day from the same knoll Of half
an acres extent.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

DIR. Perkins Of China, who is attending
young lngrsham, an account of whose at.
tempt at suicid, was given in Monday,
Journal, says the young man is improving
and hopes of recovery are entertained.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

ITO THE DEAY-A Person cared OF Deafness,
/ and noises in the head of u years standing b,
simple remedy. viii send description Of II VREi
% any Person who applies to NICHOLSON, l77
naeDougail street, New York, q. q. A.
ouctld2taHkHlY
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

To the young face Poxxoni's Complexion
Powder gives fresher charms, to the old re-
newed youth. Try it. july2Sdlv
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

New potatoes. new cabbage and gree,
corn are the latest acquisitions to the loc,
market. The first product now commeuc,,
to arrive in quite sizeable quantities.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

New York World. |
An Important Discovery.

1t seems that Jules Verne's air-ships are
about the only ones that can be depended on
these days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

An excellent biographical sketch of the
late Hon. A. G. Lebroke may be found in
DR.. W. B. Lsphsm's History of Paris.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

The Inhabitants of Whitechapel are
said To make the name Jack the Ripper"
II common subject Of jest. Even death in
Its most terrible form fails to make any
lasting Impression upon the miserable
Of London. With most of them existence
IL itself q living death.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

Phreuology teaches that fullnes uua.,
the eyes denotes language. ob,ery.bo,
teaches that black and blue marks undo, III,
eyes denotes bad language.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

The first load Of dressed stone for III,
State House extension arrived on the grouot
yesterday. The brick work is being rapid,
pushed aud work will soon be commenced On
the superstructurc
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

There 10 the usual talk about who shall
succeed Capt Ray F. Eaton Ms commissary at
Togus The name of A. l.. Smith, chief
clerk in the treasurer's Office, seems to be
the one most mentioned just at present for
that office
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

There was great rush for the seaside yes
terday Everything Indicates jam during
the month of August.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

All persons holding bills against the uo,.
ard Benevolent Union, should hand them !,
Mr.. 4. McMurdy before the hrs, of Auso.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

TIE H008 Wig account of the de-
ligh.s aud attractions Of Mount kineo and
Names grsa, ini4na sea. Mooseheai Lake,
is 90 interesting that we read il all through.
and would much ike to transfer Il TO our
columns had We the room.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

A Nasal Injector free with each bottle Of
Shiloh's Catarrh Remedy. Price SO cents
For sale at C.. B. Murpby's
iuly 22d&wcbwky
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23
New York Tribune. I

They say now ont in Mime sofa that Don
nelly has become convinced that it was
arthur Richmond" who wrote Shakespeare.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

The Auburn Gazette calls Hon. Theo-
dore Roosevelt, the new Civil Service
commissioner, Teddy" This is indeed
rough, but it is to be hoped that Mr.
Roosevelt will endeavor to bear up under
II
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

II begins to look AZ though Mr. Hippo
lyte has been circulating ISLANDERS about
his deadly enemy Mr.. Legitime, down in
iiayti. The latest word from that couu-
try Ii brought by Capt. O'Brien. who says
that the report that Legitime had to en-
list the services OF female troops was
false. Thus is another vicious lie nailed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

"Hackme'ack, lasting and fragrant per-
fume. Price - and so cents. For sale At
C. B. Murpbys.
iuly22d&vchvky
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

The way the veteran fighter General
savages AT the Cheyenne River Agency,
shows that he has lost none OF his old
time vigor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

These were an association of sea-robbers
or pirates, called also 1.-THE Brethren of the
Coast" For nearly two centuries they
waged constant war against the Spaniards in
the West Indies. The buccaneers were
Europeans. chiefly natives of Great Britain
and France, and first formed the ir association
about 1924 Several narratives of their ex-
ploits have been written that of Dsmpier is
especially interesting. The name "bucca
neer" arose in this way the Csrib Indians
taught the colonists to cure the flesh of cat
tie, which they called bouean; the French
made therefrom 6osuner, and hence the
noun 6oaeaRIer, and our "buccaneer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

A COW got into a mre hole in Brunswick
pasture last week and was so exhausted that
out. Thereupon Bro. Tenney breaches a
good little sermon on village improvement.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

Mr.. j F. hurry has fitted up rooms in the
second story of the Maine Central depot in
Watervilie for use as a ladies' dining parlor
The popular caterer has never before had
facilities for serving ladies' at his restaurant.
but now he has a quiet and commodious hall
looking out upon the depot and college
lawns. 1t is a delightful place to dine and
the quality of Fields" spreads cannot be
surpassed in New England. We had a re-
cent opportunity of sampling them and know
whereof we speak The Maine Central res
and the Company to be proud of.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

White flannel suits are said to have the
sale at Bar Harbor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

\ number of prominent English wo-
men have begun a crusade against the
mourning garments vfiich the customs of
the times compel them to wear. There
certainly appears to be good chance for
reform in this matter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

The Bangor Y. NJ. c. A. building fund is
climbing right along The total amount sub
scribed TO date is $50, 1925. The Queen City
will soon have one of the handsomest AssO-
citation buildings in New England.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

Melville Smith, the well known pA~
tuner of this city. left yesterday mo'D''s
for Waierville where he will superintenh '''
changing of the organ in the Consresal''"''
church. The church has been recently ~
built and the position Of the organ mas D'."
changed. thus requiring its being en",.a
taken down and pu, together again'
Job will take nearly the whole week ''' :"
con pletion. As it is quite q particular one
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

Governor Burleigh and wife and his son.
C.. Is. Burleigh, with wife also. passed the
Sabbath at Ocean Point. Our chief erecu.
tive is reported to have been much pleased
with Ocean Point, and to have entered wig
orously into the sea side sport. On MONDAY
morning he disported himself with variable
success on the rollers. -Squd
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

butcher in Wyoming Territory recent
" killed Il man because he insnuated that
ground dog formed the princil al ingredi-
ent IN his sausages, When the jury takes
into consideration the ancient character OF
The wittici-m they will probably return a
verdict of justitiable homicide
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

"Once A. Month is the suggestive title oil
bright and readable little sheet published
In the interests Of the natural sciences BY
Charles W. Vose at East Winthrop The
initial number contains some well written
contributions and the little folio promises
bring its readers many really good bits Of
natural history gossip during the year.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

The country was alive with bill p' n
yesterday who were decorating every =.
able bill board, barn. fence and roet
innense Autographs for the "A''s'
Mains circus. They run four Aa'e'"'' =
teams the entire time, two OF 'ne~
advance of the army Of bill posters anu ~
other two in company with them -.
Autographs are some Of the best seen "
city and il they are any criterion oil '"e
itself il must be most excellent.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

The Maine coast, noted for its pure air
its unequalled shore and deep-water fishing
and its entire absence Of excessively hot
weather. malaria and mosquitoes, has already
become the leading point as a summer resort.
We want to emphasize that absence OF
malaria. No place is fit for summer resort
unless it is healthy and the heaithful climate
of Maine is only equalled by its magnificent
scenery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23
REFRlcERAroRs:

The season is far advanced, what few we
have left will be sold, no matter what the
original price was,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

The residence of W. II, Cannot, hs. h...
connected with the service main Of the A,
gusta Water Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23
Looking Backward.

The superstition of the i'll luck of look
ing backward, or returning. is a very ancien
one. originating doubtless from Lots wife
who looked back from behind him." whel
he was led by an angel outside the doome,
City of the Plain. In Roberts "Orienta
illustrations" it is stated to be "conside re,
exceedingly unfortunate in Hindostan 70
men or women to look bacx when they leav,
their house Accordingly. if = man soe
out and leaves something behind him which
his wife knows he will want, she does no
call him to turn or look back. but takes OF
sends it after him; and if some grea
emergency obliges him to look back. he viii
not proceed on the business he was about t.
transact
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

Augusta is to have circus after allan,
they say it is good one.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

Golden rod blooms early this year. We
observe that ladies' are already gathering it
for decorative purposes. Perhaps this
favorite wild flower is getting in its work
early this year, in order to improve its
chances of election as the National flower.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-07-23

Mr.. John H. Jones has made public 4 table
showing the distribution Of anthracite Goa
last year Of the 3s,I45,7ls tons sent to
market % ,o53 sis tons we're consumed in
Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey
The New England States took q little less
than One-sixth Of the production, and the
great West something less than New England.
Nearly 2.00o,o00 tons vent out Of the coun-
try, or about the same quantity rs vas taken
BY the Southern States. The Pacific coast
took 1000 tons and So, sos tons vent to foreign
ports. Il will be seen that the great market
for anthracite 10 within $50 miles of the
mines, but the consumption in the West il