davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-12-30
Dinner to Mr.. G. W. Richards.

+ Messrs. George B. Bagley of the Sun
day Telegram and J. w. Peterson last
evening entertained Mr.. c. w. Richards,
night editor OF the Kennebec journal, at
dinner. The dinner was served by
Grewer and the occasion was a very
pleasant one. Several of the Portland
newspaper men were also guests OF
Messrs. Bagley and Peterson. Mr.. Rich
ards is well known among the Maine
newspaper men and favorite with all
who have the pleasure Of his acquaint-
ance
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-12-30
A Consultation.

There was consultation of the Demo-
cratic members Of the City Government
held in the aldermen's room last even
ing. 1t is said that the matter of the APP
preparations was discussed as the most
of them are nearly expended and it is
nearly to- election. The Evening School
has grown SO large also that
means must be found to pay the neces-
sary expenses to carry it on.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-12-30

The following are recent proceedings in the
Probate Court:
JHdIls Proved and 4lloaced.
Sophia W. W. Hayden, Portland VIM. b
Hayden and ais, executors; 1yoo,.
Elias HerSey, Deerlng 6; Harrlette w. Hersey
executrix.
Dennis Byram, Yarmouth; William L. Hig
Milton Dyer, Cape Elizabeth; Albert F. Han
naford, executor.
Timothy j. Twlgg, Portland; William H
Joseph York, Falmouth George d. York
executor.
Lawrence Peterson, Portland; Solomon Ma
thiaS, executor. .
BENZ. B. Sweetser, Cumberland; Arno s
Chase and Frank I'll. Chase, executors.
Henry S. Babb, Westbrook; Sarah Jane
Babb, executrix. :,
Heber kimball, Harrison; Horace U. himoal
and Sarah e. kimball, executors.
James Harper, Portland; John Harper and
Abraham I. Harper, executors.
John H. Oxnard, Freeport; John T. Oxnard
executor.
Mary A. Allen, Deering.
ADMINISTRATORS appointed.
John O'Neil Portland; Margaret o. Neil.
Walter Il. Harnden, Portland; judith +.
Harnden.
samuel 1. Libby, Gorham; Addie v. Libby.
ton.
administrator d. b. ~, c. t. a.
ARENAS Moody, Casco; Fred L. Bryant.
administrators -4ppoi,ated.
Nathan L ttlejohn, Portland; Tristram G
HutchinS
Charles Doughty, Gray; Henry c. Doughty.
Guardians 4Appoimted
Guy H. Libby, Gorham; Frank H. Emery.
Ethel I. Mccain, Cape Elizabeth; Hattie T.
Mary E. Twigg ct ais, Portland; Nellie G
Rachel A. varney. Portland; Elizabeth NJ
Varney.
Mary Ann Twigg, Portland; Nellie G. Twigg
Huldah L. Byram. Portland; George E. Bird
accounts Settled and 4lloaoed.
Joseph Loring. Otisfield.
James M. Webb, Westbrook.
ID. Howard Fuller ct ais, Portland.
John Trickey, Westbrook.
John A. Smith, New York.
Dennis Plulnmer, ct ais, Raymond.
Christopher Dyer, Portland.
Frank L. Rogers, Portland.
Betsey F. Cobb, Pownal.
Mary Ann Barbour, Portland.
Bathsheba B. Doughty, Gray.
Jane f. Mcclellan, Portland.
Ann j. Walker, Portland.
Joseph Walker Portland.
Anna P. Hawkes.. Windham.
Eunice X. Bacon, Windham.
Alice B. Kicker, Falmouth.
Fred Barrows SalIborn Standish.
Frank L. Byram ct al, Portland.
Deborah A. True, Gray.
LYDIA u. mayer, ForIldnQ.
May l.. Rounds, Portland.
Lydia Z. Rounds, Portland.
Clara E. Rounds, Portland.
Patience Leighton. Portland.
Sarah l. Chase, Portland.
Charles E. Cram, Portland.
Washington Ryan, Portland.
John W. Lane, Portland.
Helen M. Ait hison. Portland.
John w. Johnson, North Yarmouth.
License Granted to Sell Real Estate.
Mabelle E. knight, Naples.
Mary Sullivan, Portland.
Grace S. Beals g. ais, Portland.
Pierre Damme. WeStbrOok.
William HI. Wilbur, Baltimore City, Md.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-12-30
Foresters' Ball.

The following programme will be rem
dcred by Chambers Military band at the
Foresters' ball at City hall, January 3rd,
before large and apreciative audience,
Judging from the manner in which the
tickets are being disposed of.
Overtare-C Concert in F....K alliwoda
Charaeteristique-Adv and Retreat of
the Salvation Army. ...................Or th
Initiating Salvation Army Song Tambourine,
Drum, &C.
Medley-A Night Ont. ............. Brooks
Fantasia Emerald Isle. ......... arr by Clanse
Selection-New York by Electric Light. Dewitt
War Dance-Sitting Bull. ..............M Marshall
Introducing Bugle Calls and Indian War
Cry, SC.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-12-30
Narrow Escape from Drowning.

Yesterday afternoon two little boys
named Noble and Edwards were skating
on pond at Knightville, when they
broke through the ice. The Edwards
boy got out and ran home. The Noble
boy would have drowned but the two
boys were seen to break through by
somebody who notified Mr.. Morse who
despite the fact that he had recently in
jured his foot seriously, sprang in and
rescued the boy. 1t required DR..
Rogers services for two hours before
the boy was resuscitated. 1t was mar
row escape.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-12-30
YOUR
HOME COMP ANY,

the UNION MUTUAL LIFE,
during its business career has
issued more than One Hundred
Thousand Policies, affOrding
insurance for upwards of Two
Hundred Millions Of L0llars.
It has paid more than
Twenty.Six Millions of dollars
to its Policy Holders, two
thirds Of which amount has
been paid during the lives Of
the insured, thereby refuting
the fiction "that in insurance
a person has to die to Win.o
1t has a present volume of
Insurance in force upon it's
books aggregating Thirty one
and a Half Millions of Dollars.
1t has paid under the Maine
Nom Forfeiture Law upon pol
icies which had lapsed for nom
payment Of premiums, more
than Two Hundred Claims,
thereby securing to the heirs
of the Insured nearly Four
Hundred Thousand Dollars.
1t has an annual income Of
over One Million Dollars, and
safely invested assets of more
than Six Millions, with an
ample and constantly increas-
ing surplus; and those cOntem-
plating insurance are cordially
invited to examine its Policy
plans and general features.
dec3 : eodtf
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-12-30
MUSIC AND DRAMA.
Fatinitza.

Fatinitza is one of the most delightful
of all the light operas known to the
stage, and the Baker Company put it on
the stage well and present it's musical
and scenic beauties in good shape. The
masquerade, the harem scene, the snow
ball chorus, the Kismet duet, all went off
with life and vigor last night. Miss
Murphy was pretty as picture and cos
tuned the part elegantly. "a pretty
girl as given by her caught on at once.
Joe Armand sung aMy native land'
beautifully. Wolff was most amusing
general
Tonight that very pretty opera "Prin-
cess Toto is the bill.
A Great Artistic.
| Hessenforder, Safe Co., the energetic
managers, have, spared neither expense
or labor in presenting their latest and
greatest success, She Couldn't Marry
Three" The company includes Miss
Lillian Kennedy who is proclaimed by
the New York papers sThe most versa
tile actress who ever visited this country.
Few actresses at her age are endowed with
such transcendent talent; in the whole
range of the drama she shines resplend-
ent exciting tears or laughter at will,
and with an ease and absence of effort
| that disarms criticism.
She sings ballad or comic song,
dances graceful skirt dance or break
| down, and all she does is imbued with the
| spirit of an Inmate artistic, a thorough
| musician; endowed with youth and UNI
| common beauty, she seems destined at
| no distant day to reach the very pinnacle
| of eninence.
Fra Diayolo.
| The tickets are selling rapidly at
| Chandler's for the performance of Fra
| Diavolo,' to be given by the Amateurs
January 9th and 18th at City Hall. There
| will also be matinee on the 18th. All
the most approved stage effects will be
employed by the manager, Mr.. J.. A.
Montgomery, SO long connected with the
| Boston ideals, and the costumes will be
| very handsome The voices will be
something admirable. Get your seats
| now
| The .schairs'' in Baxter Hall hall have
been sold to the United States govern
nent, to. be placed in the new opera
| house at Togus. s
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-12-30
Veteran Firenlen.

The Veteran Firemen held their meet
ing in Reception Hall, last evening, as
the Ward ward room is used by the
evening school. Vice President Plaisted
presided. The only business of interest
was the adoption of the amendment re-
curing every new member to have
served at least six years in the depart
ment.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-12-30
Teachers Bible Glass.

Rev. DR.. Merrill of the Second Parish
Church will lead the Teachers Bible
Glass this afternoon at 4.30 o'clock at the
YIN. @. A. All interested in the work
are cordially invited.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-12-30
Portland Base Bali Association.

The annual meeting of the Portland
Base Ball Association will be held at
Gage Brothers store next Monday
evening at 7.30 o'clock.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-12-30

To the Editor of the Press:
Probably very few of your present
readers have any knowledge or recollec-
ton of the great bank robbery
of the Cumberland Bank in Portland,
which occurred in August, 1854
years ago. The following copy of the
poster or handful, now in my hands,
speaks for itself and tells the story:
HIGH-HANDED ROBBERY!
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-12-30
Maine Genealogical Society.

The quarterly meeting of the Maine
Genealogical Society was held last eve
ming, President King in the chair. These
new members were elected
Jas. Henry johnson, Bryce NJ. Edwards,
Peter S. NickerSon, Henry Soule,
Geo. H. Owen Charles W, Marston
Ernest True, Fred Walker
Geo e. RAYMOND Geo. s. Rowell,
Oscar s. Wish, S. Coleman Allen,
Jos. W. Sheppard, - Rufus Fl. Hinkley,
Geo A. Richardson, Fred N. Mayberry,
Converse o. Leach, Edwin r. VoSe.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-12-30
AN EARLY ROBBERY.

How the Cumberland Bank of Portland
Was Robbed of a Large Sum of Money in
1S1S-Home Enterprise Enlisted in the
Job,
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-12-30
PROBATE COURT.

BEFORE JUDGE PEABODY.
The following are recent proceedings in the
Prnhafa Court.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-12-30
Notes.

The sschairs'' in Baxter Hall hall have
been sold to the United States govern
nent, to be placed in the new opera
house at Togus. s
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06
Mexican Amusements.

The semi-barbarou custom Of "bull
fighting" continues with unabated
popularity in the cities Of old Mexico,
having lost none Of its pristine glory
if we may Judge by the recent event
of this character which took place in
the city of Juarez, by the onward
march of this nineteenth century civil
ization. The event above spoken of
occurred just across the boundry line
of Texas, opposite El Paso, and was
attended, it is claimed, by thousands
Of people from both cities, embracing
almost the entire Mexican population
Of the two cities. 1t appears to us
that the Mexican people are as slow
to receive the mental and moral i'm
provement and elevation of this en-
lightened age, az they are to adopt the
improved modes of husbandry which
the scientific world have been attempt
ing to thrust upon them for the past
half century.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06
The Sunday Law Enforced.

That the demand for rigid en-
forcement Of the Sunday law, against
saloons being kept open on that day,
is not purely local in its existence is
proven by the following news from
Paris, Tex, on the same subject;
This has been the dryest day here
in long time. 1t was given out some
days ago that the Sunday law wonld
be rigidly enforced. All who had
been in the habit of going into saloons
on the quiet were warned that they
would be brought up Monday morn
ing and required to tell what they
knew about the law. The saloon men
stayed at home or walked about like
other people. Old topers wandered
from one drinking resort to another.
They went to side doors and knocked;
they peered through keyholes; they
buttenholed bartenders and pleaded
eloquently and pathotically fora drink,
but not drink could be had. The
saloon men opened their hearts but
kept the doors closed as tight as way.
1t was tough, but they had to endure
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06
Off for the Pen.

On the early morning train, Deputy
Sheriff Hugh Grafton, assisted by
Marshal Crenshaw, took six negroes
to the penitentiary at Little Rock, to
serve terms varying from two to five
years, for crimes committed in Miller
county. All Of them were sent up
for grand larceny, except Landy Sell
den, who killed negro woman near
Garland City year or two ago, In
our Circuit court there has already
been ten convictions for penitentiary
o6enses. The judge and prosecuting
attorney are pushing the business OF
the court.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06
ONLY 80 DAYS, REMEMBER.
Pastors Association.

The Pastors Association OF Texar-
kama held its regular semi-monthly
meeting at 10 O'Clock a. m. Monday,
Dec. 5, 1892 at the Y. NJ. 9. A. rooms,
with the following members present.:
Revs Il. Thompson, r. Il. Tatum, :.
II. Crawford and w. j. Lackey. Pas
tors reported services on yesterday
and last night well attended. A COM
mittee had been appointed by the AS
sociatlon to secure place on Broad
street for evening preaching reported.
and no arrangements will be made un-
I'll after Christmas. A committee was
appointed to select uniform topics
for prayer-meeting to be used during
the coming year. W. j. LAcKEY.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06
AN OLD NEWSPAPER.

MIR. Z. r. Gather showed us this
morning a very old newspaper one of
the first ever published in this coun-
try. The name of the paper is the
Ulster County Gazette, Vol. IL, No. SO,
published by Samuel Freer and son,
Kingston, Ulster county, New York,
dated Saturday, January 4, 1900
This copy of the paper is an heir
loom OF the family, handed down
through several generations, and
though somewhat worn, is well print
ed, plain and distinct, four column
folio size.
The paper on one side has the col
umn rules inverted, mourning the
death Of George Washington, who
passed away a few days before it was
printed.
The advertisements in the paper
are oddities: John Scoonmaker, of
Rochester, dated Nov. II, 1879, offers
for sale "half of a saw mill in Roches-
ter, also likely negro wench-call
for further particulars" Slavery was
In vogue in New York at that time.
MIR. Gather is justly proud of the
copy of this old paper which he pos
sesses. He also has another old news
paper-copy Of the first issue of the
'Bowie County Inditer," published in
1853, Mt Old Boston, by Chas. r. JOS
lin, and the first paper published here
abQuts.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06
Bargains.

We will put on our counters to-
morrow 32 pieces all wool Habit
Cloth Dress Goods, AZ inches wide, at
40 cents per yard, worth rs cents.
Also 10 pieces ri wool Ladies cloth,
beautiful line Of colors, 81 inches wide,
at SO cents per yard, worth $1.25.
We are Offering special bargains in
Ladies Knit Underwear. Our line of
Zeigler Bros fine shoes is complete in
Mems Ladies' and Children's wear, at
II GArIAGHER's.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06
A ChlId Enjoys.

The pleasant flavor, gentle action and
soothing effect of Syrup Of Figs, when
in need of n laxative, and If the father
or mother be costive or bilious, the
most gratifying results follow its use;
so that IL is the best family remedy
known and every family should have
n bottle.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06
The Peoples Store for Sale.

On account Of continued i'll health
| offer, at bargain, the stock and fix
tures Of "The Peoples Store The
decision to sell has just been reached,
SO there are new goods still
arriving. Any party wishing
a. well established, clean and
profitable business, has here an
opportunity to step in at once and
reap the "Holiday Trade to begin
with. ! want to sell Now
IN the meantime great bargains will
be given to reduce stock.
For further information call on
II. A. TRAUT.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06
CLOSED FOR TODAY.
But VIII be Open at Full Blast To-
morrow. tfrrl

Have YOU noticed that the doors of
the Star Clothing Establishment are
closed to-day? A great many people
have noticed it we know, and no doubt
they have wondered why this extern
sive establishment had shut its doors
upon the trade for the period of
twenty-four hours. For the benefit of
these people we will state that we are
preparing for great closing out sale,
and are spending this entire day in
marking down goods, so that every
suit of clothes, including the highest
grades, in our mammonth stock of
fine gents clothing and our entire
stock of elegant overcoats will be for
sale at the unparalleled price Of twelve
dollars and fifty cents (Sl2.50) each.
Our reasons for this great slaughter
Of prices are simply these: We have
greatly overstocked ourselves with
heavy winter suits and fine winter
overcoats, ranging in price from $15
to $25, and we do not propose to carry
this many thousand dollars worth of
elegant fall and winter clothing over
for another year. Styles change con-
tinually, so if we were to carry these
goods over until next year, we would
then have to sell them at reduced
rates, to say nothing of our loss upon
the money invested for whole year.
Now we have reasoned the matter
over and have come to the conclusion
that we had better sell these goods
out now at so cents on the dollar than
carry them over for twelve months
and then perhaps get no more for them
Having come to this conclusion and
realizing that thore are only a few
months of winter left us, we have de-
termined to offer such inducements to
the trade as to make it an object for
every man in Texarkana and the sur
rounding country to buy him SUIT of
clothes and an overcoat at our great
bargain sale. Just think of it, Only
$3.50 for an elegant suit of stylish
winter clothing, clear saving of
$l2.50 to every purchaser. Other
goods proportionably low. The same
rule applies TO our ovorcoats, which
are beyond question the handsomcst,
most durable and most stylish selec-
tion ever brought to this market.
ONLY 30 DAYS, REstEMBER.
This great sale lasts exactly 80 days,
from our opening tomorrow. The
stock is so large as to be almost mex
naustible, but it will pay you to call
early and secure your choice from the
entire stock. DO not forget the price,
1920 buys any suit or overcoat in the
stock. This is one opportunity in a
thousand--do not miss 1t. Don't for.
get the place.
The STAR CLOTHING STORE,
No 1872 Broad Street
Dec, 9Th, '92.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06
A Change.

With desire TO favor, where ii is
possible, all Of his customers, Mr.. j. b..
Iightfoot has changed the amount Of
goods necessary to be purchased to
secure an interest in his beautiful lamp,
from 81 TO so cents. This brings a
beautiful piece Of parlor furniture
within the easy reach Of all, as it win
be given away to some one Of the
many purchasers of so cents worth Of
goods at Lightfoots Drug Store.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06

The long continued search for "Jes-
uiIs' gold supposed to be buried in
or near the old cathedral of Tepsottln,
goes merrily on in Old Mexico. A
company Of searchers headed by Inaco
Dosda are seeking diligently for the
long lost treasure, which is estimated
at $2l 100000. An almost fabulous
sum and which is believed to be in
gold coin of the several denominations
then in circulation and the remainder
in gold bullion The treasure had
been sought for at intervals since the
close of the eighteenth century.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06

We learn that Rev. A. McVoy, a
talented young minister, win take
charge Of the State Line Methodist
church here, for next year. Mr. McV.
was transferred from New Orlerns,
and has family. DR.. Powers takes
charge Of the Montague district, as
Presiding Elder; Rev G S Sexton goes
to st. Joe station, and S Smith to
Archer City, both in DR. Powers dis
trict.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06

Both the method and results when
Syrup of Figs is taken; it is pleasant
and refreshing to the taste, and acts
gently yet promptly on the Kidneys,
Liver and Bowels, cleanses the sys.
tenn effectually, dispels colds, head
aches and fevers and cures habitual
constipation. Syrup of Figs is the
only remedy of its kind ever pro-
duced, pleasing to the taste and &C.
ceptable to the stomach, prompt in
its action and truly beneficial in its
effects, prepared only from the most
healthy and agreeable substances, its
many excellent qualities commend it
to all and have made it the most
popular remedy known.
Syrup of Figs is for sale in so,
and 81 bottles by all leading drug
gists. ANY reliable druggist who
may not have it on hand will pro-
cure it promptly for any one who
wishes to try it. Do not accept any
substitute.
CALIFORNIA FlG SYRUP co.
SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. VIEW YORK, N.Y.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06

A prominent social event, in which
one of our charming West side bellies
win be united in marriage to a gentle
man well known in Texarkana, has
been announced in quiet way to
take place at the residence of the
brides parents in this city on the 26th
instant. We Withhold names for the
present in Difference to the wishes of
those most concerned.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06

If you want the worth Of yourmon-
ey 20 10 Alcxander's to hove your
photos made, as he has no shody ma.
terial, but the very best and guaran-
tees Il 10 out last all the rest l2-S-tf
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06
REEVES & RICHARDSON.

lIuddleston Bros, the live market
men, have just received fine lot of
picked tripe, pig snout, feet, and bone
less corned beef you want some
thing good to cat, give them call.
if
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06
At O Bargain.

Tho Arnold Bros, being desirous Of
leaving The city, will sell their restau-
rant, located at The home saloon, at u
bargain. Cash is necessary. II is the
best paying stand in the city. Call
and see them at place Of business lw..
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06
The best stock of shoes in the city
at the Racket Store. ll-2-tf

Paul Kauvar," which has been
much discussed for the last six years
will be at the opera house, Dec. 7th
The present east is described as even
stronger than chat Of last season Mr.
Porter j. White aud Miss Mildred
Holland will occupy the two Chief
roles.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06

Mr.. Curtis Bircher, of Sunset, un-
fortunately lost three fingers, while
workidg at the furniture factory to-
day. a hand saw accidentally hit his
hand.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06
Uncle Sam,

The money lender, loans money on
watches, diamonds, jcwelry, guns, pis-
tolls, musical instruments and all kinds
of colleteral My business is strictly
confidential. SAM S. FALK.
NJ
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06

We lead, others try to follow The
contest for the fine phcaton and pony,
we are TO give away, is on. Come try
our bargains and you may get this
present. j. W. STUART & Son.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06

Mr.. S. II. Slocum, of Hooks, Texas,
who has been here visiting his SON,
DR.. S. A. Slocum, left this morning
for his home.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06

Mrs. f. p. Dunn, the estimable wife
of Rev. +. +. Dunn is, we regret to
learn, quite i'll at the family home on
the East side.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06
Right in the push.

ror gold and roll plate baby but
tons, pins, ear drops. All goods war
ranted rs represented, or money re-
funded. The leading Jeweler, ~
If SAM $. FALK.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06

Home schooling is far superior, all
things being equal, than any other.
In this view of the matter the Inter-
state College appears in the light Of
an educational blessing to our city.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06

Fit is your desire to keep posted
on the local events of your city and
county you have only to subscribe for
Texarkana Evening DEMOCRAT and
read its columns, which contain the
latest and best local and social news
OF the day.
Daily Texarkana Democrat., 1892-12-06

Mrs. Joseph IIuckins has returned
from Fort Worth, where she visited
friends. Miss Kittie Woodward re-
turned with her, and will remain some
time as a visitor to our city.