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BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1893-04-23

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BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1893-04-23

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BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1893-04-23
LIBROS RELIGEOS0S.

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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

There IL usually more or less Of shak-
ing up shout This time Of year in the clubs
Of the National Base BAH League who are
behind in the penpsnt race. 1t ia very
much Ike putting lock upon the stable TO
make changes at such late date. Sill,
such course 10 not without its advantages.
II holds out hopes Of better things another
season sni TINS stimulates the crsnks to
maintain their allegiance and furnish the
requisite financial backing. There are
tricks in most all trades, but 1t IL To the
lasting honor Of the national league that its
games are Won and lost upon their merits
and that pool selling |, strictly prohibited
upon all Of It's grounds. Once let the sus-
picion est upon player that he Il not do
ing stfs gh:. honest work and his career in
the organic sfion is at an end. SO long a.
the managers Of the league maintain this
high standard so long viii they merit and
receive the hearty support Of the American
people. In this connection II Is but just to
say that the present high standard Of the
national league is due in no small degree to
it, president. the Justly popular Nick
Young of Washington. A gentleman of
sterling character and rugged integrity, he
has insisted upon maintaining the great ma
tional game upon high plane, and has
sained and held the confidence and respect
Of the great sport loving public. For the
welfare Of the great game so dear to the
American heart it Is to be hoped that Mr..
Young may continue to hold, for many
years to come, the position at the head of
the national whose duties he has discharged
for number of years with the most signal
aue.ass
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05
A 0istakea Senator .

=, -, :, .
u" becoming daily ""re e'iu'n' 'hA'
some OF the leading "hVer ah'oes'es nave
~o"f"iiy MISUNDERSTOOD 'he sentiments OF
their eonsutuents'And thM ~hie pretending
to follow the dictates OF the people 'he'
have in TACT been merely the submissive ser
wants OF the silver earons. The powerful
lobby maintained oy the bonanza mine own
srs. has. deuosis's'done i's oess TO msiAtAin
such an atmosphere about the national esp
itol, a. would convey the impression that
the great sentiment OF the country was
Overwhelmingly in favor Of the free coinage
of silver. The>yoice of the lobby has fire.
quen'ly been mistaken by legislators for the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05
GOOD TRADES IN CIGARS,
Pipes and Smokers Goods at
Partridge's, Opp. Post Office.
Our Household Pets.

The custom of having household pets
among the lower animals is as old as the
human race or the domestic animals them.
selves. They serve as interesting studies
in natural history; they are good object
lessons for children in thoughtful kindness
and patience and are safety valves for si-
perabundant affection. The dog ranks
first. probably because Of his naturally de-
monstrative nature rather than his superior
intelligence to some other animals and
some birds. The dog not only becomes an
actual member of the family, but too fire.
quently be becomes its autocrat, governing
it with a rod OF iron. making his own tastes
and convenience SO paramount to other
considerations that he becomes nuisance
to all but his doting mistress.
The cat is far less obtrusive in its man,
ners, and, the student of animals declares.
no whit less intelligent or affectionate. 1t
isa quiet, self contained, little beast with
q shrewd lack of confidence in the inten-
tons of its human sponsors which reminds
one of the business mans maxim. "Believs
every body liar till he has proved himself
otherwise" Integrity Of motive eau scarce
ly be proved TO the permanent satisfaction
of cat, but while there Is no attempt at
departure from the usual routine of life it
will display superficial trutbfulness and
affection really quite touching -Philadef
phia Press.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

Returning past the thorn aboon the
well, we came by a pleasant way to Bridge
side cottage. the home Of Miss isabella
burns Besx. hi.os of the bard and his
only surviving near relative. The cot
taee is q cozy structure in stone, from
whose thatehed roof q dormerwindow, bril-
liant with flowers, peeps out through the
foliage which embowers and half conceals
the tiny homelet. The trimmest Of little
maids admitted US at the roadside wicket
and conducted Us along path bordered by
flowers to the cottage door. where stood
Miss Begg beaming cordial welcome upon
the pilgrims from America She Is the
daughter and namesake Of Burns youngest
and favorite sister. Isabella, who married
John Begg. We found her to be singu-
larry active and vivacious old lady, CHEEKY
and intelligent and naanifestly pleased to
have secured sppreciative auditors for her
"reminiscences Of her gifted relative. She is
Of slender habit. has bright and winning
face and soft gray hair. aud when she was
seated beneath the Burns portrait we could
see that her brilliant dark eyes arc like
those on the canvaA-T y. Wolfs in L.
dies Home Journal
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

There has not been . single act Of Sena-
ator PETER Of Kansas. since he sprang into
political prominence almost like Jonah's
gonrd in a single night, that has not been
characterized by demagogism. Indeed, this
iong-haired Kansas statesman stands today
the unquestioned prince of demagogues. 1t
may be fear Of losing his title that has led
him to introduce into the United States Sen
ate amessure for 10 or 20 per cent. re-
ducfion in the salaries Of all government
officials. The employees of Uncle Sam are
not overpaid. Indeed, in many instances
their salaries are riiiculously low. An ETH
meut Of men Of ability and attainment
Some of the best minds in the country are
necessarily devoted to government work
Many Of these men could. doubtless, secure
higher remuneration for their labors in pri-
vate life, but the pnblic service would suffer
sadly by their retirement. Efficiency in
many departments of the government EN-
ploy not only calls for high
order of ability and educational acquire
ment but demands also long years of labori-
ous AMI psinstsking work and study. Sena-
tor PETER seems to labor under the ielusion
that there 10 no place in the gift Of Uncle
Sam that could not be amply filed by al
most any big -mouthed Populist from the
corn hills Of Kansas. Happily most men
are blessed with greater degree Of wisdom
or honesty. and probably both. than is
possessed by this blatant representative of
10Th century fanaticism. 1t is q mat
ter Of common knowledge that few
members OF Congress, even those
Who live with the strictest economy
ar able to maintain themselves and fami-
lie. at the national capitol within the limits
OF their salaries. and many men occupying
comparatively high positions at Washington
10 the government employ. are forced by
pur ,iy financial consideration to main
tain their homes in dis tant states.
The laborer is worthy of his hire, and the
L I'D States is certainly rich enough to
p, is employees 8 decent remuneration for
tl.. e services. proposition for whole
sal, reduction ia salaries comes with \
p. gu iarly poor grace from Senator PETER
who Ia said to have succeeded in securing
more fat Federal ottiees for members of
his IA uiiy than have been secured for the
sisters. cousins, aunts and descendants of
ans ,,.,., xsrstov ay commemorative Wore
tho government offices filed with men of
Pei "a calihre the proposed reduction
wouli not be without reason; but, fortu-
nat /. for the public service, the United
States maintains much higher standard
for the nost Of Its employees.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

Kemnelpec.
SHINY

| SIDNEY.
| Mr.. Ambrose Sawtelle with his son
| Ralph, aud Dsnnie Warren spent few
davs last week in Portland.-Mrs Springer
and family returned to their home in Boston
Friday last. Mr.. Springer returned few
| DAYS age. Miss Flossie Dinsmore of Water
viile spent last week in tow n with her friend
Eda Clsrk.-Mr. Hoyt of Augusta was in
town last Sunday visiting friends.
RnAprrsLp.
Much damage to crops and trees Orchard
and shade) was done here during the storm
last week.-A frost on low lands WAS Oh
served in this vicinity Sunday morn
ing last Stephen Msrston from
Eau Clare, Wisconsin, was in town
last week seeking cid acqaaintanees
of 3, years ago. When he left fere by
| esm Nth hi. ife AID daughter and made
| his home iu Fan Claire bull ling one of the
6rs, bonn ,h.re and growing up with the
plsrs. he coming wealthy with its grow tn
| Of 20, 900 Or more of present inhabitants.
| He SAYS he inds but few oil
| neiyhhor. and friends he lett here.
/ Mr.. NJ .rston il now ~ years Old hut is still
| in busin. s.. smart and sctise.--Joha Ryder
| left Saturday las, for smother Yeas work
As tea cher in Bossa, j. NJ. williams and
son Walter were 1T the East Msine Stste
| Fair las, week. Walter inghxm received
| an ,njary to his leg last week by fall from
.h~d =, the ear shops.--Mr. Wynan be-
gin. corn canning here Monday, Sept. 4th.
Our new postmistress, Miss Hams, took
| possession Of the Office Friday last
NORM vAssALBoRo.
The NJ. E. S. s., accompanied by the
Baptist school of this village and
| the n. E. school Of vassalboro to the
number of upwards Of 200. enjoyed days
picnic at Island Park, Fairfield. on the 3lst.
-Mrs. Esther Handy received . check Of
Sloo, State bounty. one day last week
School at Oak Grove Seminary opens on the
5th-The Wind storm Of last Tuesday did
an immense amount Of damage to the fruit
| in this tovn.--Miss Ems Williams of Boz
TON u visiting friends in this village.-Misses
Mamie and Annie Friel Of Portland are
visiting at John Doughersy's.-Mr. Alton
Shorey, Who has been visiting his old home
here q few weeks returned to his business in
Springfield. Safufday.-Nrs. Ana Robinson
Who died August s.th was very estimable
woman and 10 greatly missed BY the family
] and the community. She vas the daughter
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05
SAILED THE SEAS IS YEARS.
One Of His Experiences.

For thirty-eight years Capt. Loud folio red
the sea, most OF that time a- master OF ves-
sci. and upon retiring from the water Was APP
pointed by the secretary Of the nited states
Treasury to superintend the seal fisheries In
Alaska. which position he held five years. He
relates one experience as follows:
For several years had been troubled with
general nervousness and pain I'm the region
Of my heart. My greatest affection was
sleeple ssRess; IL was almost impossible at any
time 10 obtain rest and sleep having seen
DR. Niles remedies advertised l began using
Nervfse. After taking a small Quantity the
benefit received was 50 great that vas posi-
lively alarmed. thinking The remedy con-
tanned Qpiates which would finally be injuri-
Gus to me; but on being assured by the drug
gist that it WAS perfectly harmless, I contin-
ued it together with the Heart Cure. Today
can conscfenti0usfy say that DR.. Niles Re-
storattve Nefvine and New Heart Cure did
more for me than any thing hsd ever taken.
! had been treated BY eminent physicians
In New York and San Francisco without ten-
eft I owe my present good health 70 the
tudicious use OF these most valuable remedies,
and heartily recommend them to all afliicfed
as waS"-Capt A. p. Loud, Hampton Me.
DIR. Niles Restorative Nervine and New Cure
tee. OF BY On. Niles Medical %, 6khart.
Ind, on receipt Of price. q per bottle. or six
frss fEon IL piaso nGdaa0lso1 drug. .
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

u hsse hhss1 sDds : psssful nisundes-
standiss II - vievs entertained b h;s
csnssitsenss i n. vess a Missouri. AIRY
- Who has followed De impaasionsd
speeches Of rhis nan vsuA ~ hare sup
possd Dist siseIe mas couA have beea
found In his ssafe vhs vAs not heartily, en-
automatically vigorously in fsvor Of the free
coinage Of silver; bot Whist ase fise facts
The i've stock men Of Missouri. repseasusiss
oae Of The largest and most Important Ia
dastries Of de state, are ont In N open let
ter 70 Mf. Vest, Ia which they vesy sharp
ly remind him dat there u . BY no means
unimpossant psss Of bis constituency shsi
10 not In sccord with his views upon the
currency. They cali bis attention 70 the
fat that they are in close toaeh With the
people Of thas state through their CONNER.
ciaI dealings and that they know theii
vishes viii not be subsesyed ..bs obstructive
compromise or diistory tactics q. this time >
They call the senator's attention to the
fact that though an enormous corn crop
avsits disposal and cattle raisers are
pressing for funds yet nothiag can be done,
owing 70 the stringeocy that exists ia the
money market. The people demand relief
and demand il quiekly- Continuing TIE
|eatsie men ssy:
''In our view, it Is Irrelevant to the ones
tons before the present Congress vh3t In
truth esnsed the present panic. or what, on
the whole, 10 the best future basis for the
currency The important facts are
"FiTse-That the present plan will not do,
md there is no shade Of opinion ia favor of
it.
'sSecond-Thsts the people everywhere be-
iieve that the purchasing clause Of the SheY-
nan act 10 primarily responsible for the
trouble: hence, nothing short Of il abso-
lutte repeal Will restore CONFERENCE.-The zone
thing needed.
sAs silver has been, wisely or unviseiy
the bugbear IN the matter, il cannot be wise
or generally desired among your people
that recognition Of it should be coupled
with the repeal.
The wisdom and patriotism Of the people
can be depended upon to provide just and
suitable currency. through the proper com
M'sos, ~ ',e leea ~, Honi ''ie
1--WE express no opinion concerning mon
ometaliism or bimetaliism; II IL irrelevant,
because the advocates OF neither are IN Ia
~. ~ rs.n mh' -, .a.nond - H. p aa....s,
md repeal II?
IF silver cannot get place without using
the present. distress ana sunefihg a. iofc-
It;t !, .r,;,,sd % ,scoon;,;on !, nsr aa, !,
much more advantseeously and securely in
time Of public reason and tranquility.
'helnr" oehei,o OF rA.hef aosolute GER
ct ,n,,h sroy;r. on, ~ or, d.;Iv s1ns,;-
enee, we respectfully and earnestly request
that You concur in the movement for the
,,nnes ana , unconu h repeal o. .ne
70 that end 4"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

The opening meeting of the season for
the Kennebec Historical Society, ,aks
place this evening at ito hall. The paps'
will be read by j. +. Became, Esq, and VII
be devoted to the scenery, people and nsb
ural history of Australia, New Zealand sad
the Sandwich islands. A full attendancb
desired.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

The railroad commissioners will be %
session today, when the adjourned hssnns
on the question Of diverting the highvv
where the Portland & Rumford Falls Kali
road crosses the Grand Trunk 1t Album
will be continued. Hon. Geo. D. Bi'es
and Hon. A. A. S,rout are the counsel vh
will be heard.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

"Does a Journal want al payT IN
young man in this town thinks 90 most en-
phatically. He put in an adverti'emsat
and on the day of its issue received bsf's
noon four letters, three personal inqon"
and telephone message, and at lasrs
counts the returns were still coming w.
Have you tried IL?
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

The State board Of assessors meet ss@
Capitol Tuesday morning. Assessof bc'
ford arrived Monday afternoon. Tne''.'
forenoon they give a hearing to the "A.
& @. Electric Railway and to The Pofils's
Street Railway. Both Of these corpofsno'
will ask for rebate IN their tar TbT
claim that An electric railway should no'"
taxed more than horse railway.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

Word has been received from 'inr
haven that the fishing smsck lAnn'f
Mary. cont-iniog Eugene ", Chase o. ~
gusta. Harry Griffith AMI he Murch bfo'ee,'
Of vinslhsven, has returned oil fs-
They were out deep sea fishing A's -
when the storm struck them, taking ~
the be and foremts, Of their boat. iN
were several honrs helpless in The sea,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

The Be-. ~ Herald sppears to be worried
lest Mr.. Or enbsIse should secure the Re-
pebJic.n nomination for governor in Mas
ssehnssfts. This seliei,ude 10 by no means
disin,efested M Greenhalge 10 visor-
Gus fighter AMI vonid give the Democrats
the liveiisst lind At q csmpaisn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

Certain of the doctors and criminal lsu.
yers are beginning to sgitate the question
Of the city's running 3 free bathing hoas
this winter. II Is claimed that Il would n
suit in 4 marked saving by reducing "
amount Of crime committed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

Miss Grace Randall, eldest daughter Of
Ira II. Randall, ESQ.,, and DAnisl v.
Thompson Of Newark, N. j., son Of d.
w. T.. Thompson Of Augusta, will be mar
ried in the Congregational church d !
o'clock this morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

Two million words were spoken in the
great silver debate Ia the National House
Of Representatives.. There Is reason to
fear thst this may be discounted when MI.
Stewart unvinds himself in the United
Qeses. senate
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

A comparatively small number Of penop,
from Augusta took advantage of the Maine
Central's low rates TO attend the Labor dsy
celebration in Portland, Monday. Tn
other Kennebec towns were, however, veil
represented.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

The funeral services Of the lste Hon,
Daniel Il. Pike will be held at the residence
of the family. No. II Green street, wedns
day forenoon, at ll30 O'Clock. Inssfnsai
at Forest Grove Cemetery. Frisnds md
relatives are invited.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

Walter Ray Of Waterville, who hs ~
some experience as tailor has en.srd A
J. Halls establishment to complete hi, m.
premiership.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

gepresenssssvs Blair Of New Hampshire
fssrasned from mshins . speech upon DE
silver question and eententsd hisaseif With
voting upon the night side. For this much
thanks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

The school teachers have already begun
to return to town to arrange for their hl
work. They do not seem too overjged
at the immediate prospect Of returning 70
their classes. But then, apparently ,neihf
do the scholars
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05
MAINE GOSSIP.

'Tis now that the schoolma'm begins to remember
That the schools coon begin AZ this is September,
And having enjoyed herself through the vacation
She views its conclusion with much tribulatiou.
She feels 30 much happier, healthier, stronger,
She wishes the season would last a month longer.
And the urchins, who sit on the wharf catching
fishes,
No doubt. when they think of II, echo her wishes
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

The Valley team drove out to Litehdsli
Monday, in the barge Kennebec to play bill
with the home nine. The A,lantics Of Al.
gusta will also try their luck sgAina The
Litchfield boys and will 20 ont Tuesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

There osSst % be Aae ieI for Florida
phosphate In Kansas. Less mouth md
nose fertilizer soaii work wonders for
tbas STATE.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

NJ. b. Arsenault, who has been bool.
keeper for w. +. Percivsl for the lat la
years, has taken an agency in the Ms.rorl.
itan Life Insurance Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

Gsosfe Fred Wi;Ixns Of Aassachnsesss,
declares that hA ..so longer ia polities.'
This isopls observed this fact At the last
eeste ~Dpesiox.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

Despite the chilly air and the colder
water, boys could be seen bathing in lie
river on Monday. II was noticeable, bos.
ever, that they were all of goodly size and
did not stay long in the water each time
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

All parties indebted to Redmsea ~
Viii please to call AMI ssttle Oh -
Sept. 18th. ~ on tn 4 dat. all thesF s.,sie
viii be left With an attorney for g.
b. z. RJDnoSp.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

The plank walk on Oak street h IN,
very dangerous condition, many Of y
boards having decayed and given svsv
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

Sportsmen from other states on their M
with shot guns and fishing rods 10, d.
Maine woods are frequently to be sesn N
the Maine Central trains and the Boston
boat now.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

All aboard for Lewiston, trotters. fakirs,
Johns and Susan's prize pumpkins and
rosy cheeLed apples. checked right through
to the Maine State Fair this week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

President Dewitt of the Union Mutual.
Who was killed in the accident on the
Boston & Albany At Chester last week,
carried the heaviest life insurance. 1925,
900, of any man in Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

Labor day was observed with an elaborate
celebration in Portland. 1t will be but a
few years before the day will be generally
observed throughout the State.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

b. +. Maxim has entered his well h.,
trottef Walter d. in the 1927 class n a.
Pittsfeld races later in this month.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

Seats for james O'Neilrs "Nn.
Cristo" at the Opera house Thru,
evening are selling well.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

Soon there'll be joyful halloo all along
the telephone lines with which the northern
part of Aroostook is being wired The
poles have been set between Caribou and
Presque Isle and the wiring has been done.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

The Portland Argus confers boon on
the State by publishing list of Portland's
-four hundred" We had thought Maine
would suffer but little by reason of the
financial distress and now we are sure Of it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

This has been . great season for the
Sunnyside stud.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-09-05

What with gold mines and diamond fields
oxford county is becoming famous in other
lines than raising gallant men, beautiful
women and bears. Philip Wentworth, the
muerslogist Of hiram, reports that while
prospecting for gems recently he discovered
= large diamond. Some have estimated it
to be worth several thousand dollars, but
its true value cannot be determined until it
is cut.