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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

The regular meeting of the Epworth
League was held in the Methodist church,
Monday evening. very interesting pro-
gramme was furnished. A very fine essay
was read on the birds of the Bible by
Mr.. l.. W. Robbins The date of the next
meeting has not been arranged, owing to
the fact that il would fall on the date OF the
high school commencement, but will be an
nounced later.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Mr. Reddinaton has had a crew of work
men at work tor some weeks past cleaning
up Pine Grove cemetery, so that now the
grounds never looked finer on Memorial
day Around the pond is an immense bed
of tulips Of all shades, making very hand
some showing, and there is an abundance
of flowers of every sort growing, and lovely
bouquets placed there for today's adorn'
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Sumner Rowe and A. II. Hall are home
from their fishing trip to the outlet of
Moosehead lake. They report that il is n
little early for fishing at that place, but
they brought home, however, fair catch
of trout weighing from two to three and !,
half pounds. 1t will be fine fishing at the
outlet in week or 10 days, as the logs are
commencing TO come AMI with each raft
come thousands of trout.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Ivory Avery, notorious person was
arrested Saturday night on suspicion o.
entering ID. X. Jewels residence on
Middle st. On the morning of May 26,
the same date on which the above house
was entered the residence of one Carson,
living in Chelsea, was entered, but as he
did not steal anything, he was discharged
with the understanding that he should keep
away from the town for the summer.
Suspicion was aroused believing it possible
for him to be the burglar. He was brought
before the court Monday morning, but
was discharged for lack of evidence.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

1t was very hot day, and grandpa
made repeated visits to the piazza to
note the state of the thermometer. Little
Helen always trudged along with him
and listened very attentively when
grandpa explained to her about the Their
mometer Late III the afternoon grandpa
said, well. it las gone down; it is Il
shade cooler" A few moments later
Helen said to grandma, "It's surprising
grandma. how tool it is since that fer
mometer went down.'-Youth's Com
panion.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

In response tn telegram Saturday
forenoon requesting the arrest and deten-
ton of Amos Grant, vino escaped FROM the
insane asylum at Augusta, and who WAS
supposed to be On the afternoon steamer
frau Boston, Chief OF Police Gilman AMI
Officer Bicsforl went TO the boat. fanni
the man AID placed him in the jail To
await his return to the asslum Saturday
uight.-Bangor Wig & Courier.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

on Main street, Saturday, aged 66 years.
He came here from Augusta few years
ago, when the Maine Central car shops
were built in this CITY. Mr.. Russell has
been in the employ Of the railroad company
a great many years. He was buried Mon
,lay afternoon under Masonic honors.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

The procession this afternoon will forni
on Bridge street at ? O'Clock and will he
made up as follows Corinna band. f. F..
Pratt Post No. 90, G. A. r., Fairfield
Camp, Patriotic Sons of America, orator of
the day ard citizens in carriages. The line
of march will be from Bridge street to
Newall, to Maple, to Maplewood cemetery,
where the graves of soldiers viii be deco
rated. Then the procession will move
from Maple street to High, 10 the Soliiers'
monument, where the usual ceremonies
will take place. From there it will march
probably 10 tue Baptist church, where DR.
Small will make an address.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Bunker Island Park will be opened to the
public Tuesday forenoon with bicycle race
on the new track and foot races, open TO
all, music and an Enjoyable time in general.
Wednesday evening May 81, there will he
dance in the pavilion with music by bins
more Manager Robbins has been hard at
work for the past few weeks and now has
got things in first class shape, and will doubt
less make the park popular place to pass
the hot summer afternoons this season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30
THE EMBLEM OF MERCY.

Red Cross Liniment is emblematica
IF the society whose name it bears.
1t goes into all parts Of the world
,lleviating suffering and ministering
to the distressed. The cross is most
suggestive for it is symbolical of tina,
,rdor and zeal which should actuate
all who are engaged in the noble
york Of serving their fellow men.
BY itsuse thousands of afflicted homes
have been made joyful. Its pow
er to relieve pain is marvel.
ous. A sure cure for rheu-
matism, neural gia, lameness,
tooth, ear, and
he ad . ache.
d; hill blains,
ore throat Group, coughs,
Odds, diph- iberia, cholera,
'holera NOR bus, cramps, la
srippe, tc.,etc. A valua bl e
English remedy placed for the first
ime before the people Of the western
world. Thousands testify to its magic
overs. A pure, palatable remed,
n internal and external use. Manu-
.etared and guaranteed by The
A. Price Company, Richmond. Ma.
fsblsd Gxehtlynr
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

The committee appointed To investigate
the " alter works will meet Thursday even
ing and test the MIGRANTS at the foot OF
highland avenue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

There was a meeting of the share
holders of the WatervilIe Loan and Bniil-
Association at the office of l.. T. Boothby
& Son, Saturday evening. The secre-
tary's report showed that assets OF the
association were over S5i 900. The receipt,
for the past year have been over 1873, GOO.
The dividend for the year averages over I
per cent interest. The officers elected
were |. s. Bangs, W A. II. Boothby anl'
II. ID. Bates directors for three years. ii
d. Bates, treasurer and +. B. Hubbard,
auditor. At the directors meeting follow
ing, |. s. Bangs was elected president and
W. A. r. Boothby secretary, 1t was voted
that a DIVIDEND Of 3 = per cent for the
last six months be declared.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Pew. f.. G. Mason of the Universalis.
church delivered the memorial sermon be
fore crowded house, Sunday afternoon, at
Memorial hall. His text was from St.
John. 18th chapter, 18th verse: "Greatcr
love hath no man than this, that a man lay
down his life for his friends" Music was
furnished by the different church choirs.
with Mrs. James II Witherell as organist.
The exercises were opened by Scripture
reading AMI prayer by Rev. +. ". Bart
lett The meeting was dismissed with the
benedic,ion by Rev. c. A. Laughton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

A detachment of W. S. Heath Post, G.
A. r. escorted by Company H., ID Regt.
NJ V. NJ. will visit Winslow this forenoon
and decorate the graves of the soldiers there.
At 2. p. NJ. the parade in this city will
form in Main street with right resting o.,
Silver The route will be from Main
street down Silver to Gold to Summer t.,
Pine Grove cemetery when the usual ex-
ercises will take place, after which the pro-
cessi0n will reform AMI proceed dom
Grove street to Water, up Water to Main
to Silver to Spring to Elm to Monument
Park where the regular service of the
Grand Army will be performed after
which the parade will move to headquar-
tiers and dispense. In the evening tn"
address will be made in City hall by Rev.
Geo. X. Palmer of Saco at As.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Mr.. Warren Teonsy, Who is making
views in this vicinity. has just produced
fine view of Tteonis, Falls taken at the
time of the rece''t high water. L. is very
fine piece of work and shows ~hat Mr..
Tenney can do in instantaneous work. He
has also done very fine piece of work in
group of the Fairfield High School.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Mr.. Frank Towle of Worcester, Mass,
is spending a few weeks at the home of his
father, Mr.. Charles l.. Towle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

The meeting to assign places for the
visiting clergy of the Episcopal church
which was tn have met with Mrs. Dsnfortlt
Thursday has been postponed until next
week
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Mrs. A. II. Sma'l who has been spending
a few weeks in Boston an vicinity rr;urn,d
home Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Mr.. d. c. Sheppard of Farmingdale
found iady's shawl which the owner can
have BY applying To him.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

There was Il msn,ter horse seen At the
railroad depot MoH'isy morning. He was
imported from Canada hy L'wist.sn Parties
and wss on thu way to Bangor When
brought from Canada he weighed 1000
pounds. but is probably !. little llyher raw.
but would Zip the beam AT 1900 sure.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

The postsl clerks on the back road Mon
day morning had tlse privilege of making
the trip /, ear right from III. paint shop
hooking fine in its dark bfvsn coat sith gilt
lettering
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

If the grounds are ia good order, Tues
day, May Both, there will be n g'rne he
tween the Coburn Classical Institur,'s and
Oaklands on our grounds. The game prob
ably will not begin uutil after , O'Clock
p NJ
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

A reunion Of the Farnham family was
held Sunday vt the home of MIR. George
FarnIam on Water street. A large num-
Der of the relatives were present ani it wa
indeed a happy meeting, AS several ht'
been absent several years, one brother
from the West not being recognized ny any
of the other relatives.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Miss Gertie Nelke of Livermore Fall,
has been spending few days in town a
the home of her sister, Mrs. A. M
Knowles.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Miss Ada Dow of Bangor, who has been
visiting Mrs. 5. ID. Cook, left Sunday after
noon for the Worlds Fair.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

DIR. Smalls lecture at the Baptist church
Sunday evening on the subject of Esther"
was largely attended and very interesting
indeed
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

A party from Waierrilie composed of A.
l.. Palmer, W. A Ste sart, s. l.. Prtble and
Perry Simpson, took dinner at Hotel
Coburn, Sunday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Mr. and Mrs. Geo q. Brown will leave
Wednesday, May 81 for Chicago instead
of last week as announced some time
ago
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Schooner j. VI. Morales has been
moved 10 the wharf in Farmingliale and Is
undergoing repairs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Bell left Monday
for Auburn. where Mr. Bell has secured a
position in a shoe factory.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

The scholars in Ni,s Smiths ard Miss
War1'- ac.r,a On I..avitt street. accom-
panied ty 'f'i- tearh.rs, tcok on outing
SATURDAY. / svinc h r. an the morning train
and passing the day at Good VIII Farm.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Mr. and Mrs. FL Emery of Gardiner
passed Sunday in town. Mr.. Emery re-
lurnrd M"n'l4y. ont Mrs. Emery will pass
few days with friends here.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

The bah game Saturday between the
Madison boys and Skow hogan boys resulted
in victory for the Skowhegaus, by a score
of IL to II.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30
RANDOLPH.

Miss Gene Lamb came home to stop over
Sunday with her family.
Mr.. Cummings came up from Bath to
spend Sunday with his family.
Mr.. Albert Brookings and wife of Man.
chester N H., are visiting Mr.. Joseph
White.
Miss Hattie Baker of Durham, Canada,
arrived Monday afternoon TO visit Mrs.
Caleb Stevens.
Mrs. Scanned of St Johns. N. B., who
been visiting Mrs. Sanford Stevens, left
Monday for her home.
Iuez Dudley, daughter of W. II. Dudley,
had shock of paralysis Sunday, and lies in
a very critical condition.
Mr.. Fred Moore and wife arrived in town
Sunday from Boston to attend the funeral
of Mr.. Moore's grandmother.
Two sailors attempted to paint the town
red saturday evening and were given free
lodging over Sunday BY Officer Connors.
Miss Eleanor b Stevens returned Mon
day from Boston where she has been visit
ing her sister, Mrs. Sumner flollinsworth.
County commissioners Smith. Hamilton
and Wentworth were in town Monday. called
here by Oliver Moulton to adjust taxes on
his property.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30
SKOWHEGAN.

James Walker was in town from Madison
Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

The Epworth League will be entertained
at the Methodist parsonage next Thursday
evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

II. r. Hatch, recently graduated from
the Newton Theological Institute. is III
town a few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Quite number of burglars seem to be
about One was discovered trying to enter
the residence of Judge II. X. Baker, Acad-
envy street, Sunday evening, between 10
and / o'clock. Upon being discovered he
dpnarted
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

The Colbys will leave for Lewiston on
the 80 tram Tuesday, so to be able to
witness New England league game in
the forenoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

The citizens of Watervilt'' are invited to
donate flowers for the purpose of sresths
ard to send 1T bring th' sinls 10 City Hall
BY . o'clack this forenoon
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

p II. Holmes left Monday morning for
Portland on a business trip
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

The class of '93, Oakland High School
are preparing for a sociable and an enter
tsinment to be given in Memorial hall On
Tuesday evening of next week. A play en-
titled 1.-The Wrong Baggage" will be pre-
scented. and the remainder of the evening
will be spent in games, social intercourse
and consuming ice cream and cake.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

1t is hoped and expected that all places of
business will be closed from to ) o'clock
this afternoon. BY request of the Memorial
committees
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Sheriff Norton xas in town Monday To
nd the funeral of Hon. D. G. Palmer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

The possofice will be closed today from
II 4. ". to 7. NJ. and from TO !
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

George B. IIoyt and wife leave Thursday
morning for Chicago. They expect to
spend the summer at the place.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

DR.. sukefo,th Of whiteHeld was eallir
On friends in town Monday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

At the Universalist church Sunday morn
ing the following delegates were Ghost II to
attend the State convention at Bath, June
9Th: Rev. Edward G. Mason, Mrs.
Herbert A. Benson, Mr.. Abraham Walker
Mrs Joseph Mason and Mrs. George Fitz-
gerald All others wishing to attend are
cordially invited to be present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30
HALLOWELL,

The schooner Henry S. Lord Jr., is al
Leigh 4 Wingates wharf discharging a
load of coal.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30
FAIRFIELD.

Miss Addie Clark of Lcmcine is in town
visiting friends,
Mrs. Wallace Hill went to Brunswick,
Monday on short visit.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Ben Bunker returned from his fishing
trip to the lakes Monday, bringing home a
good catch of fine trout.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Nr. Sumner Brown of wa,ervills was in
town Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Mrs. Della A. Moody Of Auburn is visit.
ing frieniis in tie city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

There was very COOL ATTENDANCE, of our
citizens at Coburn hall, Sunday afternoon,
where tie G. 4. i. Memorial sermon was
preached. The following is the programme
of the exercises:
singing--"The Lord is my Shepherd"
Msh. Quartet
Mr.. Mower. Mr.. Morgan. Mr.. Smith. MI. Taylor
Invocation
scripture, Rev. Il. ". Morgan
singing-."It.ir Country wa rallingr Quartet
Pr,IY.r Rev. &. V. Hanson, u. D.
singing. conitre zttiou
sermon. Ees. |. II. Mower
singing. Congregation
Btliea4eticn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Col. W. X. Booshby Of wxterviile was
In 20 IN Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Mr.. Frank BeBner il home from Free
port and will remain over Memorial Day
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30
GARDINER.

Hon. II. S. Webster i. in Boston on a
business trip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30
OAKLAND.

J. II. Witherel started for trip through
New Hampshire, Moniav.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

DIR Thayer has arrived home from his
trip to the Worlds Fair with the Governor
party.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

X. II. futile goes to Oaklan this morn
ing and will return this afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

IT, l.. Harris OF Madison was in town
Saturday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30
AUGUSTA LOCALS.
sA,l connlssiassa.s poxERs

Clearly Defined by the Supreme iusieiai
Court.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

j. C. Horne SHIPPED car loaded with 10
fine horses to Nes York, Monday morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Mrs. J. II. Day of Portland is the guest
of Miss Cora Curtis this week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Mr.. james W. Russell died It his hone
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30
WATERVILLE.

A beautiful flag was raised at the College
avenue school Monday afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Miss Gene Lamb came home to stop over
Sunday with her family.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Two sailors attempted to paint the town
red saturday evening and were given free
lodging over Sunday by Officer Connors.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Mr.. Albert Brookings and wife of Man
chester, n. H., are visiting Mr.. JOSEPH
White.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

Miss Hattie Baker of Durham, Canada
arrived Monday afternoon TO visit Mrs
Caleb Stevens.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-30

MIR. Fred Moore and wife arrived in town
Sunday from Boston to attend the funeral
of Mr. Moore's grandmother.
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1893-04-20
EDWIN BOOTH BETTER.

NEW YORK, April 90, s93.-The Players
Club on Grammercy Park, where Edwin
Booth makes his home, was early be-
sieged by telephone and callers today
Everyone was assured that Mr.. Booths
condition was not as serious as reported.
DR.. ST. Clair Smith. Booths physician.
said positively that Booth had not had a
stroke of paralysis. He said the illness
was merely a return of the old trouble
which he first experienced while playing
''Othello" with Lawrence Barrett in 1889
DIR. Smith said that Booths trouble was
a nervous weakness. and that he had no
organic disease.
After Mr.. Booths seizure last night be
fell asleep at two O'Clock, and slept easily
until half-past nine this morning. DR..
Smith called at that time and Booth
awoke as the pnylscian entered the room.
Booth, when asked how he felt by the
doctor, replied, Fairly we'll, Doctor"
The actor was ableto talk quite naturally.
MIR. Booths daughter. Mrs. Grossmau,
accompanied by her husband, arrived at
the Players Club at half-pasl ten.
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1893-04-20
MEXICAN BRIGANDs.
Federal Troops Routed and Several
Towns Sacked.

Federal Troops Routed and Several
Towns Sacked
Ell PAso, Tex. April 20. 1S93-News re-
ceived by the Times from Chihuahua,
Mexico, says:-Amalla, a fugitive from
justice in New Mexico, recently returned
TO his native mountains and stirred up
large force of ignorant malcon-
tents, outlaws and religious fanatics,
and arming them captured the town OF
Temaxachtc, near Guerrero, an import.
ant mining town beyond the sum mit or
Siorr Madre. Little resistance was
offersd, but three men were wounded,
aud the town sacked.
Amalla then weAt southwark towards
Tomachica and had skirmish with
Santa Anna and three hundred men who
surrendered and afterwards Joined him.
The com bined forces under the leadership
of Amalla then marched onithe town OF
Santa Tomas and captured il without re-
sislance. The rebels then took the town
Of Guerrero, which was garrisoned bv
volunteer troops. VINO surrendered with
cut fighting. At this point the Federal
troops came and the rebels fed TO Santa
Tonlss. pursued by the troops.
The Feders! troops were surprised &C
ensuec 100 81 Them were killed aud
wounded. TIE rebels suffered very
little. Che troops were completely
routed. Several officers were among
the number killed. Reinforcement of the
Government troops arrived after the
battle aud will attempt to defend
Guerrero. Great excitement prevails as
further fighting is soon expected. BUSH
tiess is at stand sttlt.