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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-06-27
MAINE POSTAL CHANGES.

Washington June 2G.-The following
star schedule changes in Maine are an
nounced:
Route 100. PASSPORT to Lubec.
Leave PASSPORT daily except Sunday at
715 A. NJ and l. NJ. Arrive at Lubec
by a. NJ. and Il NJ. Leave Lubec
daily except sunday at $50 A. NJ. ana
515 p. NJ Arrive PASSPORT by 7.15 A.
NJ ana P. NJ.
Route 1868. Milbridge to II. r. sta
ton IN. Cd. Leave Milbridge daily eX-
cept Sunday a $40 \. NJ. and 81 p.
NJ and on Sunday at SO \. NJ. Ar
rive r. r. station in IL hours. Leave
R. r. station daily except Sunday at
$50 A. NJ. ana ABB +. NJ. ana on Sun
dav at $50 A. NJ Arrive in Milbridge
in III hours
Route 1850. Rangeley to Indian
Rock From May p to September 80.
Leave railroad daily except Monday at
: 7. VI. Arrive at Carry Landing daily
except Sunday at 430 T. NJ Arrive
railroad by 5.15 p. NJ. From october /
to May 90 Leave railroad Tuesdays
and Fridays at 1920 A. NJ. Arrive at
railroad by 12.45 ?. NJ.
The following notice has been an
nounced by the post Office department:
The postmaster Of Portland, Me, will
dispatch a registered sack for Bath
Me. at 6.55 A. NJ. via the Rockland
and Portland Il. T. O., instead Of at
1880 p. NJ. as directed in Daily Bulletin
Of the 10th instant
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DESPITE PApA'S PRECAUTIONS.
Fall River Miss Marries Man OF Her Choice
in Dover.

Dover, Me. June -(SpeciaD.-
r. Quinn ana Miss Eva May Lake were
united in marriage by Calvin W. Brown
Esq, in Dover. Saturday. Mr. Quinn
gave his home as Santa Maria, Cal, ana
it is understood that the brides home IS
in Fall River, Mass. The couple took
the Bangor & Aroostook train Tor Green
vile. whore it is supposed they will leave
on the Canadian Pacific for California
1t is thought that the bride IL the
young lady who suddenly disappeared
from East Corinth. last Friday, and it IS
understood she met her lover ana drov-
to Dover, Saturday morning. and were
then married in time 70 catch the train
for Grccnyilc 1t is understood that
Quinn said that he had been practicine
dentistry in Fail River for some time.
II this is the young lady who is missing
from East Coriuth. it is certainly an in
tcresting case. Il is said that the girl's
parents brought her to East COrinth to
keep her away from Quinn, whom they
did not wish her TO marry. The elopc
ment caused quite a lot or excitement
here. The couple showed admirable judG-
ment in the manner in which they OUT
w.tted papa ANA mamma. as by driving
from East Corinth TO Dover in Il team
they succeeded in surrounding their
whereabouts with a good deal of mystery.
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THE FIRST STEP
Being Taken in SeIf-Govern-
ment for the Philippines.
The American and Filipino Supreme
Judges Holding Daily Sessions.
Bantayan Ordered to Raise American FIau
or Be Bombarded.

Manila, June $3.50 p. M-Great
interest is taken in the result of the
first step, which<is now being taken
here in the direction Of self govern
ment The supreme court is sitting
daily and the American and Filipino
judges are holding consultations
through an Interpreter. A unanimous
vote is required for Il decision.
Major General Otis has persuaded
Major Young of the Utah Battery to
remain on the court for a time after
the battery leaves. Three Of the ma
tive justices are absent. Ambrosio
HianZares, justice Of the criminal
branch of the court, happened 10 BE- at
Tariac, then the seat of the insurgent
government when the appointments
We're announced, and he was arrested
and sentenced to Punishment for life.
His present whereabouts are not known
Pedro Llodente, associate justice Of The
supreme court, is in Cebu, where lie
has great influence, working to pOpu-
larize American rule with good rasalts.
The native judges Will now begin to
hold criminal courts having jurisdic-
ton over all offences except those com
q
authority.
The United States transport Sherman
has sailed for the island of Negroes with
the 9Th Infantry, which relieves the
California Regiment.
The Montana and Kansas Volunteers
are returning from San Fernando ana
the 18th ana 9th Regulars will replace
them.
Senior Luis Marinas, the first Span
ish consul general al the Philippine is
lands, has arrived here from Singapore
on board the lSla de Luzon. DeIaga-
tions from the Spanish organizations
on tugs. met the steamer and weIcom-
ed the consul.
the Bantayan correspondent Of the
NotiCiero writes that the gunboat Al
bay appeared off Bantayan, June s.
and her commander told the authori-
ties Of the town that unless they &c
clared allegiance to the United States
and raised the American flag after Is
days he would lombard the town. The
Albay then sailed after announcing
that she would return. The town. when
the dispatch was forwarded. was great
ly panic stricken and it was thought
the authorities would probably comply
with the demand of the commander of
the gunboat.
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THE SHAMROCK LAUNCHED.
Great Enthusiasm Over the Event Christened
by Lady Russell.

! London, June 26.-The Shamrock has
been successfully launched. Lady Rus
sell christened the yacht with the Gus
| tomary bottle of champagne, saying:
Il christen you Shamrock. God bless
you. Good luck to you! May you
bring back the cup" Three cheers
were then given, and on signal from
Lady Russell the boat and the crew
glided safely into the water
As the Shamrock reached mid-stream
from the slips, a barge collided with
her. striking the yachts bow above the
water line and making a big dent, but
little damage.
Previous to the launch. Sir Thomas Lip
ton gave a lunch at the Savoy hotel 70
the guests invited to the ceremony They
included Admiral Lord Charles Beresford,
the Marquis Of Dufferin. the Earl and
Countess of Clanwilliam Lady Russell
the Hon. Lillian Russell, the Hon. Schom-
berg Kerr Mcdonnell. principal private
secretary to the Marquis of Salisbury;
Sir George Faudel-Phillips, former lord
mayor Of London. ana Lady Phillips: Mr.
Herbert Gladstone, Major Sharman-
Crawford, the Hon. w. Walsh and II. NJ.
McGill Downey. the last three represent
ing the Royal Ulster Yacht CLUB.
After the usual loyal toast. Admiral
Beresford proposed the success of tho
shamrock and briefly Sketched the StruS-
giles Of time ana Sir Thomas Lipton's
gallant entry into the breach" and chal-
lenge for the cup. Then the admiral in
breezy style, raised his glass and said:
Now come to the last scene but one.
May the Shamrock win a fair. square
race ana may She have the additionai
ballast of the Americas cup when she re-
turns
The gueAs heartily raised their glasses
in response, and the owner of the Sham
rock modestly replied with few words
Of thanks. After lunch the party drove
TO Samuda's yard in two coaches Ad-
mral Beresford driving the first. They
were the objects of much attention while
proceeding down the Thames embank-
ment ana through the city and White
Chapel.
Immediately after their arrival at thc
yard, the party inspected the yacht under
the guidance of Sir Thomas Upton, w.
Fife, Jr., Mr.. Thorneycroft and Mr..
Charles Russell. They were all delighted.
Admiral Beresford. whose expert opinion
is valuable, seeming especially pleased
with his minute inspection Of the chal-
lcnger.
Admiral Beresford said to a representa-
Continued on page %
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VICTORIA PERFECTLY SATISFIED.
Remarkably Brilliant Review Of 10000 Troops
at Andershot Significant Attendance.

London. June 26.-The Queen, the
Duke of Cambridge. the Prince of
Wales, the Duke Of York. Grand Duke
Michael Of Russia the Duke of Con
naught. Gen. Lord Wolsley. command
er?in-chief of the army; Col. Samuel ;.
Sumner. L. 5. A.. military attache Of
the United States embassy in London,
and many princes and princesses We're
present on the famous plains of Alder
shot today, to witness a review of
over $1,000 of the best troops in the
kingdom.
This review is Interpreted in London,
tonight, as a means of satisfying Queen
Victoria that her troops are ready for
any emergency that may be called up
on to meet. ii the Transvaal or eles-
where. It is known now that the
Queen returned from Balmoral castle,
Scotland, mostly for the purpose of at
tending this review and in view of the
fact of Her Majcsty's natural reluc-
lance to attend such functions, the i'm
portance of this review is manifested.
Not since the Queens Jubilee has a
more magnificent army corps passed
before a European sovereign, ana while
5000 addition troops remained in their
barracks. the display, afforded the
Queen ample evidence of her military
resources. All the regiments which
took part in the review We're those
which would answer the first hurry call
to arms for the TransVaal or elsewhere
and as the various battalions swung
past the Royal carriages their fitness
evoked the heartiest applause. Nearly
5000 infantry, 80 guns and $500
horses made up this magnificent dis
play.
Nearly all the foreign military at
taches were present ana Il profound
impression was made upon them as the
Dragons, the Scots, the famous Royal
Regiment of which Emperor William is
the honorary colonel. the Fusileers, the
Camerons. the Scottish Rifle and other
heroes of the Zull campaign swung
past. The enthusiasm of the crowds
was intense and the Queen smiled APP
probation as each command came inn
mediately under her eye. Col. Sumner
and the other attaches compared the
army Of the Queen to forest Of SHIN
mering steel overhanging a scarlet sea
and characterized it as one Of the finest
reviews within their experience.
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SICKNESS is INCREASING.
FIllpinos Constantly Seeking American Pro
teciion-AlI Anxious for Trade,

Washington, June 26.-General Otis
in reply to a cable from the war de-
partment asking for information re-
garding the situation and conditions
in the Philippines, today, cabled long
reply as follows:
Manila, June 26.
To Adjutant General, Washington:
Rainy season. Little inland cam
paigning possible in Luzon. We occu-
Ply large portion TaglIog country. lines
stretching from linus south. to San
Fernando north. nearly so miles. and
TO eastward into Laguna province.
InsurSent armies have suffered great
losses ana are scattered: only large
force held together about 1000 in Tar
lac and Northern Pampagna Their
scattered forces in bands of 200 to 500
in other portions Luzon. In Cavite
and Bantangas provinces could Assem-
bic possibly 1000. though demoralized
from recent defeat: mass Of people ter
rorized by insurgent soldiers: desire
peace and American protection. Not
flee on approach our troops unless wor-
Iied by insurgents, but gladly welcome
them. No recent burning of towns
population within our lines becoming
dense. taking up land cultivating ex-
tensiVely, kept out of Manila much as
possible as city population becoming
too great to be cared for. Natives
southeast Luzon combining to drive
out insurgents: only hope insurgent
leaders is United States AID
They proclaim near overthrow the
present administration to be followed
nv innpnnnHAnan
by United States. This is the infiu-
ence which enables them to hold out;
much contention prevails among them
and no civil government remains: trade
with ports not in our possession. for
mer source insurgent revenue now in
terdicted; not certain Of wisdom Of this
policy, as people in those ports are
without supply of food and merchants
suffering losses. Mediate restoring
trade privileges although insurgents
reap benefits. Courts here are in sue
cussful operation under direction Of
able Filipinos. Affairs in other islands
comparatively quiet, awaiting results
in Luzon.
All anxious for trade and repeated
calls for American troops received.
Am giving attention to Jolo archipel-
ago and Palawan islands. Our troops
have worked to limit of endurance.
Volunteer organizations have been
called in, replaced by regulars who
now occupy salient positions. Nebras-
ka, Pennsylvania and Utah now taking
transports, and 9Th Infantry sent to
Negroes to relieve California These
troops in good physical condition,
sickness among troops has increased
lately, due mostly to arduous service
and climatic influence. Nothing
alarming. OF the L per cent of the
command report sick. nearly in gen
eral hospital. Of which per cent have
been typhoid, II malarial fever, q in !
testinal troubles. remaining So having
various ailments. Many officers and 4
CONTINUED on page 80
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THE COLUMBIA
Accepted from the Builders
Without Further Trial.
Finished Inside and Out and Now
Ready for All Corners.
Shamrock Launched and Christened in Pres
ence Of Enthusiastic Party.

Bristol, r. l.. June 26.-The new cup
defender Columbia, fully completed,
was turned over to the owners, repre-
scented by Mr. q. Oliver Iselin, this
afternoon, and, tonight. left for New
port in tow of the tender St. Michaels.
Mr.. Iselin, in accepting the boat issued
a statement which was as follows:
Commodore Morgan, who witnessed
the trial, yesterday, expressed himself
as fully satisfied with the boat The
Columbia viii leave, at o'clock to-
night, for Newport and tomorrow go
out for her first trial in deep water.
The Defender probably will go outside
with the Columbia tomorrow, but
there Will be no regular race between
the yachts. On Wednesday, the Column
bia viii leave for New London, and,
Friday. she will be taken to New
Rochelle, n. ", after which her move
ments are subject to the wishes of the
New York Yacht Club. She will enter
the race against the Defender off Sandy
Hook, July ,, instead of July l. The
boat is finished, both inside and out.
During the trial. yesterday, her bow
spirit started a few inches but the de-
feet was repaired. this morning
The action of the owners of the new
boat in accepting her without further
builders trial is extremely gratifying
70 the Herreshoff Co., although in view
Of the excellent performance Of the
yacht in yesterdays trial, the decision
caused but little surprise.
A number of carpenters and riggers
We're on the boat nearly all day, the
int S..
while the bowsprit, which started back
during yesterdays trial, was again set
in position with additional steel braces.
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The Columbia al Newport.

Newport, r. l., June 26.-The yacht
Columbia arrived from Bristol, this
evening, in tow Of her tender, st.
Michaels, and anchored outside of Goat
island for the night Tomorrow, ac-
companied by the Defender and Nava-
hoe, she Will go outside for a trial, but
there will be no formal race between
the three big yachts. II is expected
that the Columbia and Defender will
go to New London, Wednesday.
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MAINE PENSIONS.

Washington. June 26.-The following
pension changes for Maine are an
ununced:
additional, Thomas J. Gaubert, Rich
mond. $6 to $40. Increase, Oliver S.
AtwcI. North DiXmont. $14 to ST..
Original, widows. etc, Mercy GrindIe,
Surry, S.. Special, June Is Especial
acD minor of Geo. 4. Smiley, Au-
hIlrr S1d
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-06-27

A hearing was held, Monday, before
Judge Strout in the supreme judicial
court a Portland. on a writ Of manda-
mus 10 compel the Portland overseers
Of the poor to support William Z. Fol
lett. a Civil War veteran. outside ot
the poor house. 1t was shown that
Follett received pension Of $i2 per
month. and he asks for something more
as he is unable to work. a compro-
mise was effected and Judge Strout
will not have to render a decision.
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Wesleyan Prizes Won BY Maine Men.

AUddIctown. Conn. June 2s-Announce.
ment was made. today. of prizes 1t IVES
leyan University. including the following
Pierce prize in natural science f. u
Wing. Watervlle, Ne; Weeks prize
modern philosophy, f. L. Flinchbaugh
York. Pa: Greek prize, divided between
II. f. Baker Rockland, Me-, and Ii. &
Ryrues. SOuthold. n. Y.
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MONEY TO LOAN.

We loan s. to $500 on Household Furni-
ture. Pianos, Bicycles, Live Stock,
Watches and JeWery.
BUSINESS CONFIDENTIAL.
THE COLLATERAL LOAN COMPANY
opp. Cony House, Augusta.
dec27, eodtf
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FAIR WEATHER.

Washington June 26.-Forecast for
New England: Fair. Tuesday and
Wednesday; variable winds.
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Washington, June 26.-GeneraI Otis
in reply to a cable from the war de-
partment asking for information re-
Sarding the situation and conditions
in the Philippines, today, cabled a long
reply as follows:
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Savings Deposits.

Merchants and Farmers Bank, corner
Spring and Texas streets, Shreveport.
The savings deposits of this bank is
one OF its deservedly popular features.
Interest at the rate of three per cent per
annum is allowed on all sums of one dol
Lar and upwards remaining on deposit
three or more calendar months.
When made during the first three days
OF any month, interest is allowed on
these deposits as if made on the first day
in the month. Interest on all sums not
drawn will be payable on the first days
OF February and August, and interest
not then withdrawn is added to the prin-
ciple, thereby giving depositors COM
pound interest.
Deposits may be made by married
women or minors in their own names.
Facilities are given depositors to draw
money.
Deposits made for a longer period than
six months draw a higher rate than or
binary savings deposits.
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PROCEEDINGS
Of the Board Of Managers for the
c. 81. C. n. A,

The Board of Managers for the
Concord Holiness Camp Meeting
Association convened at Concord
September 80, 1899, with the fol-
lowing named members answer
ing to roll call:
Rev. NJ. Hebert, Bros. j. J. Nc
Kinney, W. B. Mckinney, J. F.
Mckinney, F. Hoffpanir, j. A.
Martin, NJ. H. Clarke and W. F.
Rogers. Absent: Bros. w. j.
Johnston, j. O. Love and E. M.
Carstarphen.
Rev. M. Hebert was given the
chair, and w. F. Rogers was ap-
pointed secretary.
On motion and seconded, Bros.
J.J. Mckinney was elected pres
ident, F. Hoffpanir vice-president
and w. F. Rogers secretary and
treasurer, for a term of one year.
Rev. M. Hebert and Bro. E. M.
Carstarphen were appointed to
to draft a constitution and by
laws, and to have them ready for
approval at the next meeting.
The board contracted to buy
twelve acres of land, more or less,
from Bro. w. B. Mckinney, for
the sum of $3.50, payable in three
annual payments, of $50 each,
without interest.
Each member of the board was
appoint as a committee of one tc
solicit subscriptions to pay fol-
the above mentioned land, and
also to fence same.
It was agreed by the board tc
have the next camp meeting te
commence on or about the Thurs.
day before the fourth Sunday in
August, 1900.
The board authorized Reys. M
Hebert and j. S. Sanders to so.
licit and provide the ministerial
help for the next meeting.
Bros. E. NJ. Carstarphen, j. A
Martin, W. F. Rogers, j. F. Nc.
Kinney and j. O. Love were ap'
pointed as a building committee
that is, to draw diagrams for {
tabernacle and to ascertain tn,
cost of same, and to report at thu
next meeting.
The board then adjourned t.
meet Saturday October %, 1899
at Plain Dealing.
w. F. ROGERS, Secretary.
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The 0. D. c.

The Richard J. Hancock Chap
ter, U. D. c., met October 18th,
pursuant to a call from the pres
ident, Mrs. A. J. Murff.
After the meeting was called to
order, five members responded to
roll call, viz: Mrs. B. A. Kelly,
Mrs. C.. O. Gayle, Mrs. A. J.
Murff, Misses Sue Steele and
Martha Oneal.
AS there was no urgent bust
ness before the chapter, all pres
entwere appointed committee to
draft resolutions on the death of
DR.. w. NJ. Abney.
The resolutions follow:
Whereas, it has seemed fit in the wis
dom of our Heavenly Father to call from
earth to.heaven another Of those grand
and noble heroes, wheos memory it shall
ever be our duty to commemorate,
Be it Resolved, That in the death of
DR.. w. NJ. Abney, not only the State
and parish loses one of its best and
purest men, but that our chapter loses
it's foster farther; one whose heart has
beat in unison with ours, one whose hand
was ever ready to guide and direct us in
the commemoration of the noble deeds
of gallant and heroic people.
Be it further Resolved, That while
we weep over his grave, we bow in meek
and humble submission to the will OF
God, believing that He doeth all things
we'll.
Resolved further, That Richard j.
Hancock Chapter, collectively and in
dividually, extends its deep and heart
felt sympathy to his lonely and desolate
widow and his bereaved sister in this,
their saddest of all Affections, and that
each shall strive to bind up the bruised
hearts with the tender chords of love and
pour upon them the healing oil of Gods
promises.
| Be it further Resolved, That these
resolutions be ordered spread upon the
minutes of the chapter, and that the sec.
rotary be requested to prepare copies t.
be presented to the bereaved ones.
Mrs. A. ]. MURFF,
4 Mrs. B. A. KELLY,
/ Mrs. c. O. GAYLE,
Miss SUE STEELE,
MISS MARTHA ONEAL,
81 Committee
The chapter then adjourned.
J; MRS. A. j. MURFF,
President.
MISS MARTHA ONEAL, Sec'y.
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Rev. s. A. Donahoe

TEsTIFIEs TO THE GOOD QUALITIES OF
CHAMBERLAIN COUGH REMEDY.
On the 10th of December, 1897, Rev.
S. A. Donahoe pastor M. E. Church,
South, Point Pleasant, w. Va, con-
tracted severe cold which was attended
from the beginning by violent coughing.
He says: "After resorting to number
of so-called Specifies usually kept in
the house to no purpose, l purchased a
bottle of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy,
which acted like charm. most cheer
fully recommend it to the public"
For sale by DR.. w. M. Abney, drug
gist, Benton, La.
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y ne Voters of Bossier Parish.

eaanot see you all personally,
take this opportunity to
ing You for the very liberal
port that you have given me,
- ne great honor conferred
oa me in nominating me to be
y your Representatives in
next General Assembly. I
= only reiterate what l have
pelore, that I will proudly
se g merit your confidence in
alleat measure. For my OPP
only have the kindest
Your obedient servant,
L. T. SANDERS.
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Benton High School.

School opens on Monday, October q,
1879. for eight scholastic months, with
the following faculty: Prof. J. E. john
ston as principal; Prof. ]. E. Murry,
first assistant; Miss jamie Redmond, Sec
ond assistant. The board has levied an
assessment Of fifty cents per month on
each pupil for the purpose of supple
menting salaries and paying incidental
expenses.
By authority of the board of trustees.
B. A. KELLY, President.
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MANY THANKs.-"I wish to express
my thanks to the manufacturers of
Chamberlain's Collie, Cholera and Diar-
rhea Remedy, for having put on the
market such wonderful medicine, !"
says w. w. Massingill, of Beaumont,
Texas. There are many thousands of
mothers whose children have been saved
from attacks Of dysentery and cholera
infantum who must also feel thankful.
For sale by DR.. w. NJ. Abney, drug
gist, Benton, La.
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% this issue of the Banner will
g found the advertisement of the
sgent Shoe Company, the firm
- runs the new and up-to-dat
oe store at No. 800 Texas street,
'syeport. This company ham
- shoes exclusively, is COM
eed OF business men who are
aate and courteous to all, and
nave come to Shreveport to
Nobody can discount them
making quick and satisfactory
We. Try them!