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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

HE statement Of Rev Dr. kineaid, see
retaty " the American Home Missionary
soci1y, that in many places New Eng
laDd = ''spiritually a. barren a. the rocks
tbat crop out from the surface and that
~ rtion u Maine Ia yet pioneer ground,
IL attracting considerable attention In the
STATE. Touching the subject the Portland
Pre- saJ that one sunday In lsss, when
tIt.ro W.. 40 average attendance at the
cburrhes. a census was taken Of the
church gcera II Lewiston and Auburn.
Itu,. found that Of A Protestant popaia-
tIot II 1900 In the two cities, bat 900
per,ous attended church that day. OF
Catholic population Of 1900, abont - 30
were NJ church. Ia the country regions
III habits 81 the pespie a. relates to
etith going are not very different
Naty churches have died out IN country
uia,ea. where the decrease Of popuia-
ton hs. been an important cause
Of decline. Take for instance the
Bap-l.ts. very old and very vigorous de-
nomination. In I3l7 they had 800 churches
IN Maine In l-sG they had but IA Rev.
d.. Allen. II the Methodist church, not
10, ago complained in a letter to lions
Herald. that, whereas, the early successes
o. Methodi-m in Maine we're achieved In
the rural neighborhoods, where the ahleat
mini. tiers felt honored with appointments,
nov the circuit l. -idered degradation
rather and il left reduced In territory and
with laborcr Of less ability aud Of course
les power. The figure. Of the canvass
Of the Bible society Of Maine show that
thee Indication. are true indexes Of the
state Of religion. activity throughout the
state. out Of 10,GlO families Visited by
the agent of that aociety, JJ,li7 or about
one-half we're not attendants at
church twas estimated at the sunday
School convention at Gardiner two years
ago that the per cent Of the entire popu-
hlion Of the State In sunday schools
wns fifteen aud half, collected in
about thirteen hundred schools. The
trouble seems to he, not wholly that the
field Il 30 difficult Of cultivation here In
Maine IA the comparison OF Dr. ktneaid
might imply. but that the laborers are
two few. For the last ten years there
has been de lciency of about twenty
four pastors 10 the Maine Methodist Con
ference In thi. state and II was the com
plant Of the Home Missionary Magazine
year ago that during the last fifteen
year. the aggregate number OF students
in congregational summaries has increased
only 90. 90
These are facts Of grave Importance 10
all citizens who realize the absolute
necessity Of Christian Institutions and
Teachings 10 the welfare of the state
Even a. a matter of patriotism IL Is the
duty Of all to aid In improving the pres
rnt state Of thing9
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

Illinois has new compulsory education
law under which children between the
ages of and IA years IRE compelled to
attend school at least 10 weeks a wear, and
attendance on any private day school
teaching reading, writing, arithmetic and
United States history in the English Ian
guage, which is approved by the Board of
3ueation, will be accepted as in COM
pliance with the law.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

The New York Evening Post Dem. J
accounts for the existence of pools and
syndieates in Germany on the ground that
"the same industrial causes have been AT
work" in Germany as in America. Would
the Evening Post be so kind as to apply
this principle to the explanation of the
numerous pools and syndieates in England?
That would not suit the purpose of the
Free Trade organ.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

Hon. Edward J. Gay, Democratic Rep
resentive in Congress from the third
Louisiana district, who died recently a,
Iberville, La, in his seventy-iifth year,
was large sugar planter, and was en-
gagged besides in many commercial enter
prises. He was probably the richest man
in the Southwest, his wealth being rough
ly estimated at from 5000, 900 to sl0,-
100000. He owned and operated a number
Of the largest sugar plantations in
Louisiana. He was native of Virginia.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11
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CastoOa is recommended ty Physicians 20,
children teething. 1t is purely vegetable
preparation, its ingredients are published
around each bottle. 1t is pleasant to the
taste and absolutely harmless. II relieves
COZ stpation, regulates the bowels, quiet.
pain, cures diarrhea and wind collie, aliays
feverishness, destroys worms, and prevents
soothes the child and gives il
refreshing and natural sleep. Castoria is the
panacea-the mothers friend.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

A clergyman, after years of suffering from
that loathsome disease, CatarTh and va.nly
trying every known remedy, at las, found 3
recipe which completely cured and saved hin
from death. Any sufferer from this dread
full disease sending self-sddressed stamped
envelope to Prof. J. A. Lawrence, SO Warner
St, New York City, will receive the recip,
free of charge.
oct18dTuTh&Sl5vlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

wyoming, the youngt st Of all the Ter
ritories, is pushing vigorous movement
for Statehood, in spite of the fact that the
last Congress refused to recognize its
claim. A general election is to be held
July for delegates to constitutional
convention to assemble September The
Territory's population is estimated M
ABOUT 5000. Wyoming can afford to wait
until her numbers are double the nrssar,
figures.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

A box Of Ayers Pills has saved many a
bit of sickness. When a remedy does not
happen 10 be within reach, people are liable
to neglec slight ailments and of course, if
serious illness follows they have to suffer
the consequences. "A stitch in time saves
nine. junelIdSwIw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

Mr.. Labouchere says that he has made
up his mind that baseball is game that
is not merely inferior to cricket, but to
football, tennis. racquets, and other
games, and that it therefore is worth no
mans time to learn to play it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

The best Salve in the world tor Ir
Bruises, Sores. Ulcers, Salt Ehe r F-v''
Sores, letter. Chapped Hands, Oh 'blai7
Corns, and all Skin Erupnons, sn3 positive
cures Piles, or no pay required. /, "a gua'
snteed to give perfect satisfaction or none
refunded. Price % cents ner 10, For So
by ! M Ti-o- ,ug90hfS,r~
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

The Augusta Order of the Iron Hall had a
pleasant strawberry festival in Golden eros.
Hall last evening. The Attendance was large
and A. S. Bangs, II A. Heath. W q F,dcld
and others made interesting spc, chcs
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

BY order of the Augusta Municipal
Court City Marshal Morse has removed
Wallace Britt an eight year-old boy to the
Reform School in Portland. Britt has been
detected in petty thefts.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

The commissioners appointed by the Gov
Thursday for the wilds of Aroostook accom-
panied by State Land Agent G.. A Packard.
They expected to be absent about week or
ten days on the trip and will carefully in
spect all the lands in question before they
return.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

From The Pittsburg Times
This is Uncle Sans first appearance in
European diplomacy, and while he cannot
himself creditably. 1t has been demonstrat-
ed that having set up for himself he is
respected for his true value.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

rheumatism has been the cause 81
many an eminent mans passage to 9Th,
great majority Many life has been tsker
by this dread disease that might have beer
spared, had the possessor only know Of, and
taken Meuard's Rnevmatic Bullets They
are certain, an J at the same time pleasant
cure for Rheumatism, Gout. and Neuralgia
They car be procured from J. NJ. Mixtr and
c. B. Murphy & Co. at 81. 90 per bottle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

The year Of our Lord one thousand eight
hundred and eighiy-nin hash I as yet brought
to the seaside hotel keepers the bonanza
prophesied. A disgusted sojourncr at the
mouth of the kennebec says that for three
weeks they have had but one fair day A.
yet there is no rush toward the sea
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

Murray Howe of Boston, the real estate
broker, will erect this season at Peterborough
a hotel to cost twenty thousand dollars. 1t
is said that Mr.. Howe is interested in sea
side property within twenty-five miles of
Rocklani to the amount of two hundred
thousand dollars
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

Among coming events is the foreclosure
of the S. mortgage which the Augusta base.
ball association holds upon the pocket book
of every patriotic citizen.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

Invitations to the reception at st Csthar.
ines Hall on the evening of June 10 have
been issued to the society people of Augusta
and vicinity. 1t promises to be most
social event
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

We are pleased TO report that the family
of Mr.. Thomas W. Field, who have been
very sick with diphtheria, are now improy.
ing with hopes of recovery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

ITO THE DEAF-A Person cured OF Destne .
i and noises IN the head Of q years standing b
a simple remedy, will send a description Of II FREi
TO any Person who applies to NICHOLSON, I13
NseDouxaII street. New York, z. q, A,
ouctad2favAvfy
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

The white barbarians at Gretna, La,
are at their favorite occupation of muir
derouslv maltreating Industrious aud
peacrable negroes again. Recently a
white mob stoned the black employees
of the Union Oil Mill aud drove them
from the mill. The same crew of hullies
have warned MIR. Wagner, the white Re
publican sheriff of jefferson Parish, in
which Gretna is situated. that II he dares
to appoint any but white men to office he
will be mobbed and probably murdered,
and they have also forced him at the rife $
muxzle to discharge his negro deputy
So long as the State authorities of Louisi-
ana not only tolerate, but approve and en-
courage lawlessness and outrage of this
sort. the claim Of that State to place in
the sisterhood of civilized American cou-
monwealths ought to be vigorously re-
pudiated.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

WHEN Baby vas sick. - gave her Cazssr.A
Whsn she vas Child. she cr,ed for ta.,or,.
Win she became Miss, she chung to Cas.oriA
WIS shs had Childrsn, she gave than Cas IA
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

recent Issue GA daily paper contained .
account Of not Len than seven suicides In ous
DAY. and published . large heading, as follow.
"They all Sought DEATH Ono was . dt,
oouraKed. broken old man. In whom life had
lost all charm; another VA . beautiful ysune
girl who sought rsfuss from despair. Al
sought different ways e taking their own i've.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

Supt. Waldron now has twenty one nan.
pers under his care, The latest arrival isa
fine boy ten pounds in weight
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

There 10 a serious lsDos
in thsss terrible srps-
rneSsA II shows I hat the
I'D b deransed, for no
o. n sober mind ever
tako his own life. But
~ cause Of this mental
6ouble b always physical.
6tekneA, weakness and
various mysterious all
Deats drive people to ths
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

Several Au ,usta people attended the Gil.
more matinee in Portland yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

A large hole in Water street made hy tina
bursting of hydrant Saturday morning Wa,
repaired yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11
A Remarkable We'll

According 10 a recent despatch from
Topeka, Kansas, President MAILER. of the
State Department Of Agriculture. has
Just returned from Winona, Logan coun-
tv, where he went to investigate a we'll
owned by r. |. Smith, a farmer living
one mile south Of Winona, which. he
SAYS, Is better than any barometer Yet in
vented, 1t Is 1875 feet deep and sends out Il
strong current OF air which, as it escapes
through the aperturcs about the pump
stock. whistles in a loud, flute like tone,
that Is distinctly audible to every citizen
in the township and more pcnetrst-
ing than the noise of any fog horn. II is
rather melodous and heard in the dis
lance its varying notes resemble those of
an rolan harp. This wierd music may
be heard for from six to twelve hours pre-
cediug a storm of wind or rain. on the
approach of blizzard, and when the
tempest strikes II plays all the louder un-
iii It has passed by, drawing in the air
with queer gurgling sound. In Logan
County there are great many wind
storms, and whenever the people hear Mr..
Smiths well whistliug they strike out at
once for the cyclone caves. Hundreds Of
people have investigated It, but no attempt
Is made to explain the mystery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

Another case of diphtheria has d, velopcd
in the family of Thomas Fields who live,
near the Togns road
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

Two hundred and thirty five Augusta dog.
have been licensed and the number is CON.
tinually increasing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

Carpenters have begun repairs on wym,u.
Weber Cages dry house recently injured
by fire.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11
Proposals for Hardware. Whit. cad in
OIL, Lfnseed OIL Kav and Boiled
Farming Tools, Etc.

TRFksrsEg's OFFICE,
EASTERN BRANCH y. u. u. W
FoGUs ME-, June, 4, 1859.
Sealed proposals, subject 10 usual conditions will
be rec, ived At this office until IL O'Clock NJ June
10Th for furnishing and delivery at this Home the
above named articles.
scheduie giving the kind and estimated quantities
required particulars TO conditions to be observed
terms Of contract and payments vi be furnished
application. JOHN D. ANDERSON
iane6deodtounr20 Treasurer
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11
Proposals for Subsistence
OuRrtcrBnast aud
Hospital Stores.
TEEASrRER'S OFFICE,
EASTERN BRANCH, y. II. u. vs.,

TEFA~T KEKN UFFTtE,
EASTERN BRANCH, y. II. u. W.,
foGJS, NE, Nay 20, lssg
Sealed Proposals, subject to usual conditions will
be received AT this office until IL O'Clock VI June
lssa for furnishing and delivering at this Home the
Subsistence and Quarermaster'- stores required for
the Fiscal Year commencing July /, lss9, and ending
viz Tea, Coffee, Grocerie., Flour, Fresh and
Corned Beef. Mutton, Veal, Fresh ard Salt Pork
Smoked ard Corned shoulder, Ham, Fresh and salt
Fish, Butt, r, Cheese. Lard, Onions Potatoes tora
Oats shorts. Household Articles Plumbing Material
Tobacco and Coal.
And Proposals will be Received
Cntil June 18th. 1850. for Hos
pital Supplies
Schedule giving the kind and estimated quantities
required particulars to conditions to be observed
and terms of contract and will be furnished
appli alton. JOHN u. ANDERSON
may lldeodtilliuneli Treasurer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

Emma and Grace Fuller, twin sisters, eel
ebrated their thirteenth birthday yesterday
by giving picnic and birthday party to
their classmates at lIammonds Grove. The
party were driven to the grove in double
teams where they enjoyed thcm.clve. by
swinging in the hammock., rowing ami fish.
ing on the lake. Refreshments were served
and at night the party returned having spent
very enjoyable day at this delightful place
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11
SUICIDES.

rheir Fearful Increase and the Cause
SIEVE. Oeesr In Oas Day-A Harrow.
ing Description.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

W. & Moody's stable on Winthrop stree,
has received a rev coat of paint
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11
9ocol ~, ,lcrs.

MIR. Geo. Day of this city died at his home
on Bridge st, yesterday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11
GRASS FOR SALE!

On the Augusta Driving Park. 1t must be cut
before July 4th. A portion very soon.
iunei.diw HENRY G. STAPLES
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

1t has been suggested that the mosey pro-
posed to be subscribed this year in tn. city
Tor the fourth OF July celo biaton be- sent to
the john.tovn suff' rers, This seems reason
able and it certainly would be to the credit
OF the humanity Of Augusta citizens Then
let all the Sabbath school. Of the city mite
on the Fourth in an old fashioned picnic, in
which the members Of all the Parishes could
participate, the gathering to be enliyenei by
appropriate short speeches
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11
A Good Resolution

Tor all merchants who desire to increase their trade t
season, would he to advertise in the DAILY KESSE
BEC JOURNAL. 1t is live paper and IL you adyertise
IN live manner, it fail 70 pay YOU In adve,,;s
ing don't be too anxious to name everything YOU Keen
ADVERTISE your specalties and your regular goods viii
take care Of themselves. 900 "
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11
BoWdoin College,

ENAMiNATI0SS for admission to College Will
u be held at the Cesveisnd Lecture Room,
Massachusetts, Hail, on FEIDAY and SATURDAY.
June > tn and 18th, and on FRIDAY and SATURDAY
september 3tn and 18th b. ginning each day at 10
A VI. All candidates must be present Friday
morning. WILLIAM DEW HYDE President
- Brunswick May 9th. lssS. ay25dk viii Iiune3o
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

The WomarIs Auxiliary Of the Augusta
Y. NJ c. A. have decided to raise funds by
personal solicitation, for needed improve
ments at the Association rooms \ new car
pet and some new furniture are needed for the
reading room, ard, if possible the gymnasium
will be repaired, enlarged and flied up With
new apparatus. The work Of the pas, few
months has been very encouraging The
committee on visitation of the sick ha. made
more than eighty visits and the other COM
mttees have been unusually active.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11
TO VACATION TOURISTS.

Parties lea'irg the city ON their sum.
mer vacations, can havr the DAILY
JOURNAL sent 10 their address for anv
length Of time de ired, ut Is cents uer
week. Address Of pap"r changed when
desired.
Nv ADvERTISEME NTs 20 nAv
NAV ApvkgrisknsSrs
Grass for sale.
BOARD wsntea.
For sale-fiino
Wanted->alesmrr.
Fer sal.-Sfeam Yacht.
wsnisd-Plaecs for two girls.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

The Maine Central Railroad have prepared
an excursion which for lovness Of rates and
general excellence of the programme eIcel'
any thing previously given. The objective
points are Quebec and ST. Anne De Beaupre,
where Thousands 90 every year to see
the famous Ba.ilica. The route will
also include Mon,morency Falls, the
highest in the world. and trip
to the beautiful island Of Orleans. The eI-
cursion leaves Portland June %. and passes
through the White mountains the same after
noon, arriving at Point Levi the next morn
ing special train will be provided and
Fathers Piante of this city and Genereaur Of
orono' will personally conduct the excursion
The tickets will be good to return until Jaly
81, thus sfording those who wish to stop over
at any point ample opportunity to do so.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1889-06-11

The assessors have finished their yearly
rounds and at the next meeting of the city
council will report the follosing valuation.
As whole the city has made a gain even
more decided than is shown by the table
The loss in number of polls is caused princi-
pally by the neglect of voters to pay the tai
assessed last year. For comparison we give
also the valuation Of 1885,
Resident real estate. ~ ~ I7 s2777sgo si-aSs
Non soo.@so s,i,i0 49,
Re. personal property. i.fisyl9 i,to.4E 1924
Non res " y3,vis ss.G21
Total. s.7y,77s si.ssi.,lO sIiasSs
Net gain, SIEGE
is.s is-9 Los.
No. Of polls. 227O 2iIs IS,
As the appropriation for 1889 exceeds that
of 1855 by s2974.24, the tar assessed in the
village district will be 23 mills against 22 -
mills last year. There is a corresponding
increase il. the rate in the outlying districts.
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1889-08-21

nation apply to d. w. Cummings, Mont
peler, Vt.
BUY the White sewing machine of L. p.
Gleason & Co.
If you have a job of printing of any kind
send to the WATCHMAN office.
TERMINAL CITY stock will be sold only
two weeks more for $500. The price will
then sharply advance.
THE Misses Fisk have at their millinery
rooms infant dressing baskets; also Ger
trude clothing for babies. No. 27 State street.
THE kindergarten and Training-school
conducted by Miss Amy b. Fisk at Mont
pelier VT, will open its sixth annual ses-
sion early in September Applications for
training will receive prompt attention.
Amy b. Fisk, II Hubbard street. Mont
peier VT
WHEN entertaining guests who are only
visiting the North for limited stay, the
question of what to see is always difficult TO
determine. We make one suggestion
Boston is the home of artistic furniture, and
there are many people who would derive
the warerooms of Paine's Furniture Com
pany, As Canal street, Boston, than from
visiting many of the localities that form the
objective points of sight-seers.
Mrs MARY l.. ATKINS offers for sale a
good farm on the hill road one mile from
Cabot upper village, church, good school
and post-ofiice, and one-half mile from
lower village, which also has good school
and post-office. Said farm contains one
hundred sixty acres, which is well watered.
1t has two good sugar orchards one OF a
thousand trees, the other three or four hum
dred Cuts from thirty to forty tons of hay.
This is a valuable and very desirable home
stead for any person desirous OF such prop
erty. For further particulars address Mrs.
Mary l.. Atkins, Cabot, VT.
FARMERS, READ THIS, and remember
about the 1st of October that G. c. Warren,
at Waterbury, Vt, on account of the sale of
his farm to the state of Vermont for the in
sane asylum location, will sell the largest
herd of Jerseys (some two hundred) that
was ever offered in the state at one time at
public auction. 1t only required sixteen
and one-half pounds of milk to make a
pound of butter in the test made from this
entire herd last June. There will be sold
at the same time two pairs of fine Kentucky
mules, oxen, engine, cream separator, ma
chnery, wagons, sleds and the most mod
ern farming outfit. Be sure and come.
Will name the date in short time in this
paper, Look for it.