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Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30
AFTER UNTOLD SUFFERING
Sixteen Survivors ci Lost Steamer Vile Do 81.
Naza Are Picked Up.

London. March 29.-The British steam
Newport News, March 10, bound for
Glasgow. arrived at Greenock, Sunday
night The captain reports that on
March II. while in latitude 81, longitude
Il, he picked up a small boat containing
is survivors of the steamship Vile de st.
Naza, which foundered in the great storm
on the Atlantic coast of March and g.
off the Virginia capes.
They had been without food and water
for four days and were IN a state of ex-
treme exhaustion. state bordering on
madness. The officers and crew Of the
happy victims of an ocean horror. and
finally learned their pitiful story piece BY
uiaca
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30
CONDENSED DISPATCHES.


The Massachusetts, House of Represent
atives. Monday, rejected the resolutions
memorializing Congress in behalf of tht
Cubans, by vote of q to 66.
Fire in the Hotel Reynolds, Boston. al
.. Is A. NJ. Monday. caused small-sized
panic among the guests. whose fears
however. were short lived. The fire
originated from a boiler in the kitchen
and the damage Is slight.
Harry D. Cushman, aged 2S. a lodger at
$40 fremont street. Boston. committed
suicide during. Sunday night. by turning
on the gas jet in his room. He had
stuffed all the cracks and the keyhole
with paper. CuEhman was a flour sales
man and had been out of employment
for several weeks. His health was poor
and he had become Respondent. He left
letter addressed tothe proprietor of the
lodging house, in which he said his life
was miserable existence. He asked
that his brether Charles at 2270 Gratz
street. Philadelphia. be notified and re-
quested that his body be buried in his
parents lot in South Duxbury. Cushman.
up to one month ago. had been employed
by -four house in Concord. N. Fl.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

City Marshal Call was notified, yes
terday, that an insane woman was al
the Maine Central station. The mar
shall found that the woman was from
Foxcroft and had left that town, sew
eral days ago, coming to Fairfield and
thence to this city. Authorities from
FoXcroft We're present and wanted the
marshal to have the woman taken be-
fore the municipal officers of this city
and committed to the Insane Asylum
Mayor Redington was consulted and
he advised that she be taken to Fair
field and committed from that town
This was done
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

The American Bible Society library
is to be deposited with Lenox library,
New York, partly to secure its safety
and partly to enrich the already large
Lenox collection of English editions OF
the Bible. Part of this rare and valu-
able library has been removed and the
rest soon will be. 1t includes more
than $500 Volumes This represents the
gradual accumulation of eight years.
the right of accession for the past %
years having been somewhat more
than 110 volumes q year.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Prof. Andree announces that his
North Polar expedition will leave Co
thenburg for Spitzbergen, May Is. He
was engaged all winter in perfectinS
his balloon according to the experience
of last year. The meteorologist. DR..
Exholnl, has retired from the expedi-
ton, owing to a difference of opinion
with Prof. Andree respecting the
strength of the balloon, which DR..
Ekholm thought inadequate. The
voyage to Spitzbergen will be made in
d gunboat, and it is expected that the
ballccn will be filled and ready to sail
on June 20. The professor expects to
be driven to the north coast OF
America
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30
LATEsT FROM CHINA
ia Tong Province Danger from
Tisers-china Ordering Warships.

Tacoma, Wash. March 29.-The steamer
Eraerrer brings news of an insurrection
at Eaochou, Ewang Tuug province.
China. During the famine there were
many sufferers compelled to sell their
children in order to save their lives.
Among the purchasers was the secretary
Of the district magistrate at Mourning
hasten. He bought two girls aged 10 and
l. years. As he was taking them to the
passenger boat for transportation to Can
ton he was set upon by soldiers and ar
rested for kidnapping. He appealed to
the magistrate with the result that his
captors Were in turn made captives, bam-
booed and finally driven out of the va
men.
The soldiers complained to their COM
n;anding officer who also took Umbarge
and allowed his men 10 return to Yamen
and iniiict revenge on the unlucky magis-
trate. After beating him the soldiers
while some made him kneel down. others
rlucked out his hair and roustache by
the roots. The regiment then went into
revolt and the troopers have since been
mutineers.
Great alarm prevails throughout the
region of Sam Sab Bay. near Foo Chow.
where the rural population is large. on
account of the ferocious tigers which the
hard winter has driven down from the
mountains. First dogs and pigs began
disappearing with marvellous rapidity.
causing the natives to lock all their stock
iT buildings. Left without means of sub
sistence. The hungry beasts gradually
grew bolder and have since been attack
ing laborers in the forest and even peo-
pie in their dooryards. A half dozen ma
tives are known to nave been devoured.
The Chinese government has decided to
order four more armOred cruisers. two
fast cruisers and several torpedo destroy
ers. all of the English type. This is ow-
irg to the great increased demand recent
ly in Japan's navy. China will not order
any vessels of over 10000 tons. as she has
neither harbors nor docks suitable for
thtm. The programme for several years
to come will be to order vessels of 5000
tons. Voluntary retrenchments made at
the palaces of the Emperor. Empress and
dOTager Empress are to be devoted
toward Strengthening the new navy.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

IF anything touched my knee would
scream. Hundreds of dollars went to doc
tors without relief, and long since aban.
doned hope. Hearing how DR.. Frost's
Rheumatism Cure rescued Rowland Afford
of Providence, r. l., from the grave, be-
gan to use the remedy myself, and to-day
am as well as was forty years ago-pains,
swelling, and bandages have all gone. DIR.
Frosts Remedies are wonderful, and my re-
covery is almost miracle"
At DR.. Frost's Offices, Phoenix Building,
Springfield, Mass, the greatest living medi-
cal specialists will examine your case, either
in person or by mail, and give complete
medical advice without charge.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

a break in the S-inch water main 90
Water street. near the junction of Cen
trail avenue was discovered, Sunday
morning. Work to repair the damage
vas at once began and the cause was
'ound to be a break in one of the iron
pipes about a foot long, caused by a
strain or flaw in the pipe The break
happened in a most unfortunate place.
about Is feet from the gate and on the
upper side. In order to repair this. ii
was necessary to shut off the entire
city from water from about O'Clock.
.ast evening, until the damage had
oeen repaired. This left the city with
Iut any water, but Chief Engineer
Drake had horses and men retained in
both steamer houses and instructed
ZACH fire company to respond to every
alarm.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Thomas Clark of Hartford, was be-
fore the police court. Monday, on the
,harge Of evading his fare on the rail-
'oad. Saturday. Conductor Sanborn
md his brakeman appeared against
aim. he pleading not guilty. The judge
'ound him guilty and fined him SO and
,osts. amounting to s2s.l9. or 80 days IN
Jail. and 80 days additional for nom
payment of costs. He went to Jail for
he 60 days. Later. a warrant was
sworn out against Wesley Sears for
assault on young Kelly boy. Sunday.
He pleaded guilty. was fined the costs
f the court. $3.50, and paid.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30
The Massachusetts State Association of

The Massachusetts State Association of
Spiritualists celebrated it's 10Th anniver-
s.,ry by convention in Berkeley hall.
Boston. Monday. DR.. G. A. Fuller pre-
sided. Among the speakers was ''One of
the newcomers to the spiritualiStic plat
FORM Mr.. A. +. Blinn. who made a very
earnest appeal for greater interest in the
cause. Mr.. Moses Hull said he could
hardly believe it possible that 1S.o00.o0e
SpiritualistS have no educational institu-
ton in this country. One-fourth of all
the people in America are Spiritualists
he said. DIR. c. l.. Willis and Mrs. Matte
E Hull also smoke
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Friday evening about IS of the friends
of Mr.. and Mrs. Robert Dudley gathered
at their new home on the Sidney road,
to help them celebrate their 23rd we'd
ding anniversary. The evening was
pleasantly spent in games and dancing,
the party breaking up at late hour.
Mr.. and Mrs. Dudley were the recipients
of several pretty and useful presents.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30
More Curative Power

Is contained in a bottle of Hoods Sar-
saparilla than in any other similar
preparation. 1t costs the proprietor
and manufacturer more. 1t costs the
jobber more and it is worth more to
the consumer. 1t has a record OF cures
unknown to any other preparation. 1t
is the best to buy because it Is the One
True Blood Purifier.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

The monthly meeting OF the Board oi
Trade was held. last evening. at ths
city government rooms. only a small
number being present. The only i'm
portant business was the selection o!
delegates to the State Board of Trade
at Deering. Wednesday. It was aIsc
voted to invite the State board TO hold
its next convention. in September. a,
Gardiner
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Still there are bargains. We call our
store a dry goods store but a complete
line of dry goods is only a part. You
can find lots of buyable things, most
extensive assortment straw mattings
a full new line, the price is lower thar,
ever; handsome patterns. Dry goods
carpets, oilcloth, ready made clothing,
New line of nobby suits and hats.
JAMES H. LEIGH s. co..
HALLoW ELL. MAINE.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30
Relief In SIX faours,

Distressing Kidney and Bladder dis
eases relieved in six hours by the New
This new remedy is great surprise on
account Of its exceeding promptness ID
relieving. pain In the bladder, kidneyA
back and every part of the urinary pas
sages in male or female. It relieves essss, 4
almost Immediately. II you want QgiG;ss QE;s
relief and cure this IL your reme0v. 3v.c ",.
by Bowditch. Webster q Co. Dr9<sse'
AuQ1lafa Ma 6ANlQI4nO0
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30
CA9TORtA.
The Somerset geis], IQrh Inson, Ne,

has for many years been the home Of
in this section of the State. The hotel is
but short distarcs = m he best hsh
ponds and hunting grounds IN the State.
aL.ps- aud the very best. The cuisine
speaks for itself and the terms are most
reasonable. When making plans for
cisct hotel Geo. II. Clarke. proprietor.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

A feature of the annual meeting and
banquet of the Portland Colby Alumni
Association will be the presence of the
Colby Glee Club, which will furnish
music for the occasion. 1t is earnestly
hoped that alumni from all sections of
Maine will be present at the reunion.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

10 barrels New York Pea Beans, DC.
quart; SIC. peck. Hand picked ana
first class in every respect.
10 dozen Best Rolled Oats &c. pack
age. Equal to any on the market.
10 dozen Grandma's Washing POW
der, lie. package. A four pound pack
age equal to any on the market.
California Lima Beans, 10c. quart
regular price zoe.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

j. Gray & Sons will start up their
saw mill, Wednesday morning They
will get out the most of the material
for the new shoe factory. H. w. Jewett
& Sons. this morning. start up their
saw mill.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Warren Division. Sons OF Temper
ance, has accepted an invitation to at
tend an installation of officers and
supper with Soldiers Division OF
Chelsea, Saturday evening. Monday
evening. the Chelsea Division will visi,
the division In this city
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

No other remedy is half a. quick In
relieving pain. soreness, Inflammation
or weakness as the famous Hop
Plasters. You'll ray 20 after usino
Reliable medicine dealers sell slHA
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Haverhill, Mass, Medical Circles As
tonished at a Home Miracle.

Mr.. Geo. w. Hall, I4o Main ST., Haver-
hill, Mass, a G. A. X. member, and we'll
known throughout New England, says:
For thirty-two years l have endured the
awful agonies of rheumatism, contracted in
the army. Seven times have had rheu-
matte fever. There has been a sore spot
constantly on my knee as big as silver dol
lar, and have only been able to get around
by casing the knee in a rubber cap.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Captain William Baker Of the steamer
Sagadahoc. spent Sunday at his home
in this city. He said that II was very
probable that the steamer would come
up to her wharf in this city. next Tues
day. and leave on her regular trips.
Wednesday
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

The Ladies' Aid of the Congrega- =
tional church will meet, this afternoon.
with Mrs. Barstow on Brunswick
avenue. 1t Is urgently requested that
all the ladies he present. as the matter
of holding n fair soon, will be brought
up for discussion.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

The windbreak on the draw of the
G. and P. bridge was removed, yester-
day. That on the steel spans will also
be taken down as soon as the weather
permits.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Lysander Stevens has recently soil
his house on Summer street to Percy
Larkin of this place. Mr.. Stevens will
soon move his family to his farm in
Snithfield.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

The Educational Union will have a
meeting, this afternoon, in their rooms
In the Davenport block. A full attend
ance is requested, as business of i'm
portance is to come before the meeting.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

The sale OF seats for the Pawtucket-
New Bedford game Of polo. Friday
evening. will commence, this morning
at Tyler's store. This game l.,
promised to be one OF the best OF the
season. as both teams have quite al
object to play for, G5 per cent. Of the
receipts.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30
oner9:

10 dozen Quaker" Pancake Flour,
&c; for 25c; a 2 pound package and
always sold for 1919 cents before.
When in the market for canned
goods come and see me. I am head
quarters.
Old Fashioned Buckwheat Flour on
hand.
"Saladene" 2 bottles for 25c. to close,
an excellent relish. Regular price 2Oc.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

The American Mechanics will change
the evening of meeting from Friday to
Monday. beginning with the first meet
ing in April.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

dent of this city died. Sunday morning.
at Litchfield. The remains will be
brought here for interment, and the
funeral will be held in the Free aptist
church, this afternoon, at 1.30 o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

The regular meeting of the ladies of the
w. e. T. U. will be held at the Woman s
Reading rooms Tuesday afternoon, April
s. instead of March 30th. as announced
from some of the churches, Sunday
morning.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Arthur L. Sampson, Bates '97, was in
the city, yesterday, making arrange
ments for the appearance here of the
Bates Glee Club.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30
Mothers, Mosh.r.,, mesAsrs sss

Jver FIFTY YEARS Sy MILLIONS Of NOTIFIES fsf fef
their CHILDREN while TEETHING, Win rEnxc - ~
SUCCESS 1t sOOTHES the CHILD SUr SUs,, 1VSysC ~
and is the best remedy for "a. SodSI IA y ~
Druggists in every part Of the world. be su sSa
for MRS: winslows Soothing syIps ana wv E.r -
,ther kind. Twenty-Five cent . bottle. oe"s'
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

The ladies of the Methodist church
have decided upon Wednesday evening.
April I, as the date for the women's
town meeting in City hall.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Miss Ella Downer, manager of the
Waterville Telephone office, has re-
turned from her vacation passed with
relatives in Brookline, Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

George Reed was awarded the con-
tract, Monday. for the plumbing work
of the new shoe factory. There were
two other bids, but Mr.. Reeds was the
lowest
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

The high school commenced the
spring term. Monday morning. after a
three weeks vacation, with the same
teachers as last term.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

A. p. Bodge. who has been employed
by the Oakland Machine Company for
several weeks. has been obliged to re-
turn to his home in Dexter on account
Cf severe affection of his eyes.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Miss Clara Burleigh returned from
Vassalboro, yesterday, to resume her
duties as principal of the Central street
Grammar school.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

The selectmen have taken possession
of the new office which has been fitted
up for their use in the Gage block or
Main street.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Brown and Preney will open a barber
shop, tomorrow morning, over the
clothing store of H. M. Davis, in the
Wood block
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Mrs George Hubbard has gone t.
Stapleton, N. Y. for months visit t
her daughter, Mrs. J. B. Newhall.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Mr.. and Mrs. w. w. Spaulding have
gone to Montreal, for a few days.
iney Will go thence to Chicago.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

The popular comedy. My Friend from
India twill be played here, in Cobnrn
hall by Dunn & Girard. with a company
of 12 people. X. w. Haines is the mana
ger which will insure n good house. 1t
will be remembered that Mr.. j. +. Dun
can of Boston. whose success with the
Milburn club production was so pro-
nounced was the first gentleman to stage
My Friend from India" The date is
April 20.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

The T.. A. degree will be worked ol
cne candidate at the meeting of Her
mon Lodge. +. and A. NJ, tonight.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Mrs. Frank Merrill returned. Friday
from Augusta, where she spent severa
days the guest of Mrs. Ruel Carleton.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Captain Van Blenn was in the city.
yesterday, for short time. He is now
employed on a steamer plying between
Boston and Savannah,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

All members of Canton Somerset NO
%, |. O. O. f., are requested to meet al
their armory. Thursday. April ]; The
election of field and line officers VIII oc,
cur. The +. NJ. degree will be conferrco
on several candidates and other import
ant business will be transacted me
members will attend in dress uniform.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30
public Mas. mee,lns Called.

President Redington of the Wateryllle
Board of Trade has issued the foiiow-
ing to the press: n.,..
Butler and having talked the matter
over with some Of our representative citi-
zens, and their Judgment being favor
able. l deem the whole subject OF SO mucn
Importance that 1t seems wise and best
to call n mass meeting of the citizens
under the auspices of the Board Of Trade
at City hall, next Thursday evening: at
7.30 o'clock. for the purpose OF gettihs
the expression of the people on matter
which will be explained In detail by Presi-
dent Butler and others of our feiiow
tOwnSmen.
l trust all citizens Of Waterville.
whether members of the Board of Trade
or not, will be present. ~,
f. REDINGTON:
President ofBOard of Trade
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Judge Philbrook will continue to con-
duct the Augusta chorus for the great
Maine festival.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

A. H. Burse of Pittsfield member of
the Maine House of Representatives, was
in the city, Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

HOODS PILLS are the best family
cathartic and liver medicine. Gentle.
reliable, sure,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

II. p. Closson is on a trip to the lum-
Der regions. and on this trip will de
pend the starting of the steam mill
RandClph
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

G. w. Vinegar superintendent o
Cascade Wooden Mill. has returned
from business trip to Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Reports from local oranges throughout
Knox and Lincoln counties indicate a
healthy increase in membership and
earnest work in various branches of the
order.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

DIR. A. D. Variell of Watertown, Ct.
who was called here by the illness of
his mother, Mrs. J. S. Varell, returned,
yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

G. l.. Witham was in Pittsfield or
business, last evening.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Mike Mcdonald sold his fast PAGER,
| Mike Mack, to John Battles Of Col
brook, N. H., Monday. He brought a
| nice figure.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

sF. J. Goodridge returned Monday. from
s,,;t,. Sk;tu,wnegan. where he passed Sunday
with DIR. and Mrs. F. o, SAWYER
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Landlord w. G. Chandler of the Hesel-
ton is in Boston, q few days on business.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

J. K. Foye was drawn as jurymar
yesterday, to serve at the April tern
of the supreme court.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Thirty tickets We're sold at this sta
tion to excursionists to Montreal, Mon
day morning.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

A. II. Noyes of the Leland Tanning
Company of Skowhegan, was in the city
on business, yesterday
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Frank Redington has returned from
a business trip to New York
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Walter Wildes is passing the week visit
ing friends in Lewiston and Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Representative Greenleaf and family
left, yesterday. for their home in
Southport. They have spent the winter
in Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Mrs f. D. Cole of Portland. Is visit
ing her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. G. w
Goulding.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Several persons took advantage of tn
Quebec excursion, Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Mrs. G. H. Fuller. who has been visit
ing in North Cambridge. Mass, re
turned home. Monday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30
GARDINER.

Mrs William Henderson arrived from
Boston, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Hon. r. w. Hovey of Pittsfield, was
in the city, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Mrs. John A. Dealy took the mornil
train, Monday for Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

e. c. Berry. the tailor. is on a business
trip to New York.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Miss Helen Emerson of Lowell, Mass.
who has been the guest of Mrs. G. w
Averiil, returned home, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

c. w. Marston. sub-master in the high
school. Is in Hallowell several days, the
guest of his parents.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

The Woman's Home and Foreign Mis-
sionary society of the Methodist churcf
will meet at the parsonage. Friday after
noon.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Mrs. William Donaldson took her iittl'
son Willie to Boston. Monday. whcfc III
will have his eyes treated
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Representative Walton returned
home. Saturday evening. from Angus
Ia. Although Mr.. Walton was without
any legislative experience. he has made
name for himself in that body, and
his work there has been highly salts
factory to his constituents.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Hon. G. F. johnson went to Skowhe
gan, to attend court, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Col. Stanley Plummer of Dexter, was in
the city yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Judge Enoch Foster of the Maine su-
preme court was in the city, Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Mrs. j. d. White and daughter
Emma, returned from a visit to Bruins
wick friends, Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

J. II. Mitchell of Cambridge, was in
town, Monday
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Major f. A. Robinson of Bangor, was
in the city short time, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Fred d. Moore of North Anson, was /
town Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

| Miss Blanche Clark is able 10 pe OUT
| again. having been confined TO the mousse
by illness several weeks.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Mr. and Mrs. o. b. Clason went L
Brunswick, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1897-03-30

Rev. B. c. Wentworth was present q.
the Waterville meeting OF the CIVIC
League, Monday evening.