Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1878-02-01

pointed and exasperated, he entered the
dining-hall and sat down at a promi-
nent table, apparently determined to
create a sensation. Senator Morrissey
was quietly eating his dinner in his
usual place. The Georgian, recoguiz-
ing an acquaintance across the room,
began conversation with him
cracker" fashion, in loud voice.
The talk drifted upon politics, the re-
cent election in New York serving as
pivot.
"New York city," said the Muscogee
blossom, "is the slum-hole of politi-
clans. No respectable man can hold
Office there" Raising his voice: "Why,
no man can be elected to the Legisla-
ture from New York city unless he is
thief or a gambler" f..s. p
The object of his remarks was so pal
pable that every eye was turned upon
Mr.. Morrissey. The Senator did not
raise his eyes, but finished his meal as
though totally unconscious of the con-
versation. Incensed by his silence, the
Muscogee blossom became so personal
in his illusions that several ladies left
the dining-room. After dessert, Mr..
MOrrissey walked out to the sffice and
lighted cigar. One of the proprietors
of the hotel began to apologize for the
scene in the dining-room, but the Sena-
tor interrupted him by saying: "Don't
give yourself the slightest uneasiness.
You certainly are not responsible for the
drivel of a blackguard, and hope you
will say nothing more about it..
While the Senator was leaning upon
the cigar-stand the gentleman from
Muscogee came down the corridor and
purposely brushed against him in pass
ing. Mr.. Morrissey tapped him on the
shoulder, saying: 81 beg your par
don, sir; but 1 overheard your remarks
at the dinner-table concerning New
York and Newly orkers. Probably you
we're not aware that | am from New
York city," ~ eau .
80 yes, reckon l was" said the
Muscogee blossom.
"Then," continued Morrissey, "when
calling the city members of the New
York Legislature thieves and gamblers,
you were not aware that was one of
those officials"
40 yes, l reckon l was" repeated
the Muscogee blossom very unconcern-
edly.
Probably you know who l am, and
your remarks at the table were meant
for me-" said the Senator.
81 reckon you're right" replied the
blossom, with refreshing insolence.
"They were just meant for you sure,
and no one else"
He stood with his fingers in his pis-
tol pocket. Morrissey never raised his
hands. For two seconds he remained
motionless as statue, and then the
Muscogee blossom fell to the floor
bleeding and senseless, flower without
stalk. The Senator had used one of
the tricks of his early days, and
"bucked'' him. Like lightning he had
hurled his head against the skull of the
Georgian, and the latter dropped like
pig of lead. He was carried to his
room insensible, and for hours it was
question of life or DEATH One of his
doctors told Mr.. Morrissey that the in
jured man could not live twenty-four
hours. II congratulate the citizens of
Georgia" he replied. Six hours after
ward the doctor met the Senator and
said that the man would recover. ~
condole with the citizens of Georgia"
was the response. 81 shall go to Jack
sonville within a few days; but if l am
wanted telegraphic dispatch will re-
ceive prompt attention"
The next day, as Mr.. Morrissey en-
tered the dining-hall, he was shown to
his table by the head waiter. The table
was bed of rare and beautiful flowers,
and the gift of the ladies of the hotel.
The Senator was so confused by this
delicate attention that he could make
no response. His manner, however,
spoke louder than his words, and when
he went to Jacksonville his departure
was universally regretted.
The Muscogee blossom recovered,
and slid away to his cotton plantation,
picture of fallen greatness. The Sen
ator was warmly greeted by hosts of
Northern friends in Jacksonville, whose
generous attentions unhinged him.
High living brought on an old kidney
complaint. which has developed into a
disease perhaps fatal. Such is the
story as it has reached New York by
letter and in other ways.-N. Y. San.