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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

Monthly Report of the Signal Officer

We have received from Sergt. H. W. Ford
of the Signal Corps at this station, the follow
ing report of the month of May:
Highest barometer 30.3p6 in.
Lowest barometer 90. zoo in.
Monthly range of barometer 500.
Highest temperature 1915 deg.
Lowest temperature SIS deg.
Monthly range of temperature Sc deg.
Greatest daily range of temperature II deg.
Lowest daily range of temperature deg.
Mean of maximum temperature SI.3 deg.
Mean of minimum temperature SO. 2 deg.
Mean daily range Of temperature 1871 deg.
Total rainfall 80 in.
Prevailing wind east.
Total movement of wind 5,349 miles,
Maximum velocity of wind Is miles from
the east on the 4th.
Number of days on which rain fell 6.
Number OF rain storms preceded by winds
from west, 2; north, i; northeast, /; east, !.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
Index 90 New Advertisements.

Meeting Of Jasper Council, II. C.
Meeting of Pulaski Council, r. a.
Meeting OF Land League.
Music a. Battery Park.
Schedule Baltimore steamers.
Barkeeper wanted.
GrOceries-RIsss & Co.
Bedford Iron and Alum Springs.
Atlantic and Gulf Railroad bonds wanted.
Palmetto House, Tybee.
Hotel Columbia, Ocean Beach, n. J.
Groceries-S. Lang & Bro.
Ice-Haywood, Gage q Co.
Situation wanted.
Auction sales-J. Mclaughlin & Son.
Auction sale-HeDry Blum.
Auction sale-kennedy & Blum.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
Yacht Race.

The new yacht Nettle was launched at
high water yesterday. Her speed WIN be
tested in the river on Sunday evening next
in a trial race with the Atlantic. judges of
such matters think that she will prove one
of the fastest, If not the fastest, yacht Of
her class I'm this locality
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

The jury in the case of Maud Ray VI.
Mary Thorpe, which occupied the attention
Of the City Court for the past three days.
rendered . verdict as half past ten O'Clock
on Wednesday night for sT55 in favor Of
the plaintiff. The suit was brought for
81, GOO damages, for false imprisonment.
The case will go to the Supreme Court:
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
Improvement AT the Savannah Hos.
nffaI

A very substantial two-storY brick build
ing is now ia course Of erection on the
grounds Of the Savannah Hospital, within
the enclosure. The building Is designed for
8 laundry for the use of tie Hospital, and
will be fitted up with all the modern appli-
auces. The contract for the building Is In
the hands Of Mr.. j. o. Smith, and the brick
work is being done by Major j. r. Hamlet.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

We are requested to state that the excur-
sion rendered by Mr.. r. B. Reppard to the
District Conference on Saturday afternoon
will be free to all the Methodlsts Of the city.
Tickets will be supplied on application to
the trustees Of the several churches. The
steamer viii leave the city at two O'Clock.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
SpefiaI 1ntiffs.
THE RATE OF BOARD
Dividend Notice.

CENTRAL RAILROAD AND BANKING COMPANY,
SAVANNAH, GA, June ], 1881.
A dividend of four dollars per share from
the earnings has been declared by theDirectors
on the capital stock of this Company, as held
this day, payable on and after the 10th inst.
Also dividend of $40 per share in certif-
Gates of indebtedness, dated July 1st, 1881, pay
LIST, 1891, and bearing interest at per cent. per
annum until paid. Certificates will be issued
in mutiples of one hundred dollars. Fractions
paid in cash or the stakeholder can add to his
fraction money enough to make one hundred
dollars, and receive a certificate.
Notice will be given hereafter of the time
when these certificates will be ready for de-
livery.
T. NJ. CUNNINGHAM.
je2-15t Cashier
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

No doubt about it, as has been proven in
q thousand cases, Coussens' Lightning Lini-
ment Is q blessing to all sufferers with
Rheumatism, Lame Back, Neuralgia,
Sprains, Corns and Bunions, and will also
cure SPAWN, Ringtone, Calls, Scratches,
ETC., on animals. je3-F, N, W&w1t
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
HARNETT HOUSE.

This FavOrite Family Hotel, Under
its New Management, is Recon-
mended for the Excellence of Its
Cuisine, HOmeIIke Comforts,
Prompt Attention and Moderate
Rates. Harnett & George, Pro-
prIetOrs.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

The best fitting in the United States. Our
lowest grade, an all linen bosom shirt, for
75c., is as good as any 81 90 shirt sold any
where. Our unlsundried standard shirt,
that we sell for 81 90. is pronounced by
good judges and by actual comparison to be
worth 25c. more than any boasted 81 90
shirt sold In the market. Go to the GA
nous" New York Clothing House, 140 Con-
gress street. my28-tf.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
Chr saurmimg 4eirs.
FRIDAY. JUNE 8. 1881.


Northern mail, 300 aud P. N.
Charleston. 900 and p. N.
Port Royal Railroad P. n.
For ell points in Florida, ~ n.
Jacksonville, st. Johns River and Fernan
dina. P N
Macon and Brunswick Railroad, 9 P n.
Brunswick and Albany Railroad, IL n.
S. F. & W. r. R, I'm.
Brunswick Darien and Doboy, M.
All points west of Dupont, on Savannah,
Florida and Western Railroad. p. Il.
Western mail, via Central Railroad, A. n
and $50 P II.
AIIledgeviIle and Eatonton. $50 p Il.
Savannah River, Tuesday, 5 P.M
on Sunday, mail for all points, u. O'Clock
(noon).
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

A big lot of Straw Goods that We can sell
very low. Boys Straw Hats for SOC. That
cannot be bought anywhere for less than
75c.: Bows Mixed Straw Hats for Csc,
worth 81; Boys Alpaca Goats Tor 81 %;
az we have OH the tiner grades Just as
low I'm proportion. Go to the "banaotIs"
New York Clothing House, lao Congress
streat Savannah. my28.tf
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
Marrtaaes.

SHEAHAN-MAUSSEA U Married. on Mon
day, SOth OF May, ct the Cathedral of Our Lady
OF Perpetual Help. by the Rev. Father Caferty,
d. J. SHRAHAN. OF Augusta, Ga, and Miss
LOUISA A. MAUssEAu, OF Charleston. s. Q.
Charleston and Augusta papers copy.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
weather Reporr.

Indications for the South Atlantic
States to-day: Partly cloudy weather, local
rains, southwest veering to northwest winds,
stationary or higher temperature, followed
by rising barometer.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

a social glass of Hub Punch, hot or cold
is a most welcome accessory Of friendly In.
tercourse. This delightful beverage is Pc
culiarly acceptable at parties. Uncork 1t
and tits ready. Sold by all grocers, wine
merchants and druggists.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
Neada Renairing.

The steps leading down to the pilots
Office, under the bluff, foot Of Drayton
street, are greatly in need Of repairs. I'm
less some attention Is given to the matter
there win be a serious accident, possibly
fatal, and probable suit for damages.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
HORSFORD,S ACID PHOSPHATE,
Consumption.

have prescribed Horsford's Acid Phos-
plate in several cases of Phthisis ICON
sumptioD) with good results; among others
that of seeming to aid the action of other
remedies. E. w. JONES, M. D.
Taunton, Mass
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

The Greatest Bargains of the season
IN shoes for Only Two Days More.
Messrs. Walsh Il Farrell have determined
to sell out the remnant OF their stock be-
tween now and Saturday next at unusually
low prices. They will positively close after
Saturday night, June 4th, 1881, OF which
those will take notice who are after genuine
bargains and good article. At 1e2 Brough-
ton street, between Montgomery and Jeffer-
son. leo-St
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
River Report.

The height of the river at Aug
O'Clock D. m. yesterday wa eight ~
fall Of one foot eight inches during the 81
ceding twenty-four hours.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

Rich Silk Gauzes, desirable colors, at the
low price Of IS cents, worth 81, at Alt
mayors. je3tf
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

Revised Version of the New Testament.
Three different editions. For sale 81 Estill's
News Depot, 2115 Bull street. el-3t
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

A handsome imitation French Chip Hat,
only IS cents to-day, at Altmayer's.
ie3-tf
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

Remember the bargain sale of Millinery,
Silks and Variety Goods begins to day. Call
and inspect at AltmaYer's. je3-tf
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
JACKSONVILLE EXPRESS

aIsECo oIo0pIug OdTs on TINS tTaln daily be-
tween savannah and Jacksonville Charleston
and Jacksonville and Macon and JaeksonyilIe
No change of cars between Savannah and
Jacksonville and Macon and Jacksonville
Passengers leaving Macon 1880 p. m connect
at Jesup with this train for Florida daily
Passengers from Florida by this train con-
meet at Jesup with train arriving at Macon 2 :05
a. m. daily.
Passengers from Savannah for Gainesville.
Cedar Keys and Florida Transit Road take this
train.
Passengers from Savannah for Madison,
Monticello, Tallahassee and Quincy take this
train.
Passengers from Quincy, Tallahassee, Monti
cello and Madison take this train, meeting
sleeping cars at Tebeauville at $40 p. m.
ALBANY EXPRESS
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

Gold and Guipure Observation-Disclosures
new designs and very reasonable-at Alt
mayors. 1eS-u
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

SILK Gauzss for Trimming, 25 cents per
yard, good value for rs cents, at Altmayer's.
fe9-ff
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

Liberal reductions In Fancy Ribbons.
Flowers, Feathers and Ornaments at Alt
mayors. je3 tt
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
Shiupiua

THE magnificent steamsb;;n..,
4 are appointed to sail as follows ii s1s COrp,s
CITY OF MACON. Cant.,S ,O"s'
URDAY, June 4th, 1881 at iii II AZ lSp7OS, q,
CITY 1Hs OF COLUMBUS, can..,.
TUESDAY, June :, at 200 ? oSp'ain hasu
CITY OF AUGUSTA
SON, SATURDAY. June IL Al St4gp W. NIcsu
GATE CITY, Captain Doc
DAY. June Is, at $50 A. n WEDSH
Through bills of lading g7vA,
Northwestern points and To n.y. - Eastern A,
Kingdom and the Continent IS ot Tie Uba.
For freight or passage apply n
sr.os T. N. SoRREL. An.
e1zSo City Exchange PSSsss!t
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

Better quality French Chip Hats-no old
stock-all new this season, at 35c. for few
days, at Altmsyer's. je3 If
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
Charleston & Savannah RV. Co.

SAVANNAH, GA. May IL, 1881.
COMMENCING WEDNESDAY, Nav 18th. at
~ $3.50 A. NJ, and until further notice, trains
will arrive and depart as follows:
Gof,a0 Norfh-Trnfus az mud AZ
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

Imitation French Chip Hats, this seasons
style, at rs cents to-day, at AltmaVer's.
ie3 If
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

Summer Scar1s. Grenadine Ties,
and White Lawn at LaFar's. mY23-tf
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

GAUGE and Naina0ok Shirts
and light Drill Drawers at Aakar's.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

lace and lining, at 81 50-regular price 81
at Altmayer's je3-tf
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
Central & Southwestern R. R'ds

SAVANNAH, GA, April 18th. 1881,
nN and after WEDNESDAY, April 9th, 1881.
| ~ passenger trains on the Central and South
| western Railroads and branches win run 90
| follows.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

Children's LeghOrn Hats
''1O0 -O' ' my2S-tf
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
Anrtiuu SaIes TO-1ay.
FURNITURE, HAY. STRAW HATS, CAR
PETS. CROCKERY, SOAP, MEAT, ETC,
KENNEDY * BLUM. Aueuoneers.
THIS DAY, at II O'Clock,

THIS DAY, at II O'Clock,
BEDSTEADs, Marble-Tep wASHSTAND,
EXTENSION TABLES, BUREAUS, CHAIRS,
REFRIGERATOR. cost S45; WATER FILTER,
Elegant MANTEL MIRROR, OIL PAINTING,
Elaborate GILT FRAME suitable for large
mirror, new TIN TOILET SETS. CLOCKS,
BEER GLASSES, WATCH and CHAIN
in perfect order. stem winder; Beautiful
FLOWER VASES, 20 reams NOTE PAPER.
case each SHOE, CLOTHES and HAIR
BRUSHES, 30 sets KNIVES and ORKS, l
1 case of assorted STRAW HATS. Three-Ply
CARPETS and BRUSSELS CARPET, / COM
plete RANGE, DECORATIVE CHINA CHAM
Der SETS, 20 dozen CHAMBERS, 2 barrels
MEAT. Left over from Fair, case CORN, /
case SOAP. ! case BAKING POWDER and !
case SHOE POLISH. Also, so bales HAY.
iA3-1t
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

Fifty pieces fine Silk Gauzes for Trim
ming, at so cents, regular price 81 25, at
Altmayer's. je3.tf
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

DevlIn q Co., Clothing TO Order.
Samples shown and measures taken at
LaFar's. my23-tf
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
Special Bargains.

Duck Vests, Marseilles Vests.
A nice assortment at LaFar's. my23-tf
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
TIMERS TOOLS AND MACHINERY.
G. H. DORSETT, Auctfoneer,

VIII sell on FRIDAY June Sd. inst, at "A Bar
nard street, commencing at II o'clock,
The TIMERS TOOLS and MACHINERY
belonging to the late J. ]. Maurice, and con-
sisting of the various tools and appliances
necessary for carrying on the tin manufacture
ing business. For complete inventory apply
to the auctioneer. my31, je2&S
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

Equal reductions In Lace, Straw and Leg
horn Bats at Altmayer's. jeS-u
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
signal Observations.

Comparative statement of temperature ct
Savannah, taken from the Signal Service
records:
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
APRIL, 1881
Now Daily, Except suhu'
Sea Island Route TO JaCkSOnNI

AND ALL OTHER POINTS IN + LINZ
A DELIGHTFUL sail through a sII IA
IA land watercourse, insuTing LUZ -
rest and good meals at regular holis'
PALACE STEA MEhS5 ,,nnrTi
FLORIDA, CITY VI b hlpGb "A
Leaves Savannah every Leaves savanna Trsa
Monday, Wednesday, Tuesday If Al
and Friday at Z Pm. and SatuIua3 IN
Connecting at fernandlns VIZ
BOAT EXPRESS
Via the new Fernandina and IacE S5oaa ~,
road. Only 20 minutes by rail: Cl .o.ssrssl
ton made at Jacksonville with .L s.Isl "a
all points on st. Johns and OcKia .'-a I'D
Connection also made az FeTnspsa.-IH rsr 81
Trensit Railroad for Waldo, %, ol' md ia
Orange Lake. Ocala, GainesVllLe NsrsBl
Key, thence by steamer 70 Ismp5 Ssg
Key West, Havana, Pensacola A--
leans. -, Lave SsF3
Steamer DAVID CLARK will lIll,Iles sa69a
nah every MONDAY and my alaIlng
Doboy, BARREN and BFunswleS, c Se Rr1nsFl
way landings. Connection made5, s ~
with Bruns wick and Albany Ram Lo GT't 70 III
For tickets and sta.erooms, sPp ey BoD1
4 ALDEN'S Tourist Office, coiD''
ID al ' J. n. HARTMAN. n ISsSi
WIN. F. BARRY SeH' IA
GUSTAVE LEVE, @. T. a.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

The Only Place for Fine Hats.
At LaFar's. my23-tf
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

Imitation French Chip Hats, only 10 cents
each to-day, at Altmayer's. JED tt
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
A New Novelty.

Embroidered Null Sashes-very pretty
and stylish-at Altmayer's. je3-tf
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

TaylOr's uackinaw Hats.
At LaFar's. mY23-H
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

great variety. at reduced prices, at La
Fairs, my23H
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

Manila Hats 81 SO to 81, all styles, at La
FAIRS. my23-tf
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

Passengers from Savannah for Brunswick
take this train, arriving at Brunswick 6:0Op m.
Passengers leave Brunswick $50 a. M ar
rive at Savannah 800 p. m.
Passengers for Darien take this train.
Passengers leaving Macon ZOO a. N. (dailv)
connect at Jesup with this train for Florida.
Passengers from Florida by this train con-
meet at Jesup with train arriving at Macon 1850
D. m daily.
Drawing Room Cars on this train between
Savannah and Jacksonville
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
Light ON the Snbiect.

HammOcks, HammOcks,
1t LaFar's. my23-tf
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

connections for the North and East, via all
rail Bay Line and Old Dominion Line.
H-Passengers by the $40 A. NJ train must
procure tickets at Bren's Office before p NJ
The depot ticket office 'ciH not be open for that
trIan.
Coming South.
Leave Charleston..... 7:40 A. NJ, 800 p NJ
Arrive Savannah. 1850 p. NJ, $50 r. N.
AUGUSTA and Port Royal
Leave Savannah. Observation-Disclosures. 3:35 p n.
Arrive Port Royal. Observation-Disclosures. Sos P. n.
Arrive Augusta. .......... 1880 p. n.
Leave Augusta. 49,. 1850 p NJ
Leave Port Royal. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. $40 P. NJ
Arrive Savannah ..... $50 p n
Arrive Charleston ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS $50 p. Il
For Tickets, Sleeping Car accommodation
and further information apply to VIM Bren,
p Bull street, and at Ticket Once s., f. & w.
R'y Depot.
C.s. GADsDEN, sup't.
8. G. BoYLsroN G. p A. my17-n
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
WARMING.

A NY person cutting the banks or check
Canal or drawing water from the canal or
ponds win be prosecuted to the extent OF the
law +. BLAIR,
my3QM, W&F3t President.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
RatIrpaGs.
Savannah, Florida & Western Ry

GENERAL MANAGERS OFFICE,
SAVANNAH. May 21st, 1881.
an and after SUNDAY, May I'D, 1881, Passen-
" ger Trains on this road win run as fol.
lows:
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03
gapartuership Suites.

r HAvE. this day admitted Mr. II. NJ. BOLEY
i as 3 partner IN my business, which win be
conducted under the firm name of n. BoLEY
a SON.
Thanking the public for the liberal patron
are attended me and soliciting q continuance
III same to the new firm, remain, very re-
specially, etc,
NJ. BOLEY.
SAVANNAH. June list, 1881. je2 ct
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-06-03

SIGNAL SERVICE OBSERVATIONS At 10:4i P. n
lsAvANNAH VEN TIMEl. JUNE 2. 1881.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1881-10-22
MISCELLANEOUS.
Institution for the Blind.

The State Institution for the education OF
the blind, located In Baton Rouge, is doing gOod
and useful work in its special line. This in
stitution though often miscalled asylum Is
by statute and i'll fact strictly a school, 1t Is
not and the law declares it shall not be an
asylum Or home for destitute blind persons.
towns or parishes in which they live. Inc
institution is no more home for needy sight
less persons than is the State University a
home for needy sighted persons. 1t is a free
public school designed to train the young blind
to intelligence, self-relance and self-help. The
pupils are instructed in a full grammar-schooE
course, in music and in some handeraft. 1t is
well known that most of the uneducated blind
are helpless and wholly DEPENDENT; but statis-
tics show that about seventy per cent OF the
educated blind are self-sustaining. The emu
meratlon OF 1880 reports eight hundred and
forty blind persons in Louisiana. Or this
number about one hundred and fifteen are
under twenty years OF age. This is the class
which the school is meant to serve. A few
who are more than twenty years of age may
be admitted for a short time with view to
special training: To the blind the only full
relief is restoration to sight; but where this is
impossible. thorough training is the next best
thing and indeed the only available mitigation.
70 be successful the education OF the blind
must be begun at the earliest moment prac-
ticabe. PostpOnement increases the difficulty
of the progress and renders results less salts
factory. apparent as this is, it is still true
school until they are too old to be benefited
and others are never sent. A natural but
unWlSe tenderness Is The TACT offered in eXpld~
nation and in excuse. A tenderness which en-
forces ignorance and helplessness, thereby
multiplying the evils of so grievous depriva-
ton, is in effect much like cruelty. It is the
duty of parents to place their blind children at
school as soon as they are able to enter upon
to their unfortunate children and to the COM
munity. Let the young blind of the State be-
at once sent to the school in Baton Rouge and
results will be wrought beneficial to them and
gratifying to their friends. Full information
will be given to all who apply.
P. LANE,
Principal Of the School for the Blind, Rato1
Rouge, La.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1881-10-22
Lawyer i'm q Scrape.
[Capitolian.I

lCdHlbOllitI.l
From the following it would appear
that the matter of lawyers paying Ii
cense is coming to the front. Ii editors
why not the limbs of the law? They
both starve and i alike. 1t is clipped
from the Donaldsonville Chief: cit APP
pears the attorneys at law in Franklin
parish are in the habit of paying license
for the practice of their profession. A
rule was taken on Mr.. Franklin Thomas
to show cause why he should not be
suspended from practice for non-pay-
ment Of license, and after trial the Dis
trist Judge ordered that it be sustained
and made absolute, whereupon Mr..
Thomas took an appeal to the Supreme
Court. There is clause in the State
revenue law requiring the collection Of
license tax from lawyers, but we be-
lieve this statue is more honored in the
breach than in the observance as gen
eral thing. We are quite confident that
these licenses are not eXacted in Ascen-
sion, and the slime is doubtless true of
many other parishes. If we understand
the matter rightly, a majority of attor-
neys regard thesimposition Of this tax
as illegal and unjust /. hence the deciss
ion of the Supreme CG7rt in the Frank
lin case just cited will b, Awaited with
interest by the membefss afN TIE bar
throughout the State.n IN
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1881-10-22

Ocean waves caused by earthquakes
sometimes exert a tremendous momen-
tary force upon the shores of the sea,
although their geological action is small
compared with the necessarily opera
ting wear of the smaller waves. At the
Lisbon earthquake of 1866, the oceanic
wave had height along the Tagus Of
40 feet, at Cadiz Of 60 feet, and Oh the
shores of Madeira of Is feet. The
earthquake OF 1746 in Peru produced a
wave which carried a frigate several
miles inland, deluging the city of Lima
at distance of seven miles from the
coast.