Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-01-08

Eteny.
TALLAHASSEE, FLA, January 6-At 12 m.
yesterday the Senate and Assembly were
called to order. Thirty of the thirty-two
Senators were present, and seyenty-four of
the saventy-six members of the Assembly
The oath of Office was administered to Lieu
tenant Governor Bethel by Judge D. S. Walker,
OF this circuit Governor Bethel expressed his
Acknowledgements of the honor shown him by
the people of Florida in brief address highly
appropriate to the occasion, and delivered In a
graceful and eloquent manner. He is gentle
man of fine personal appearance, and gives
every promise Of being a most excellent pre-
siding officer
In the House. Hon. J. J. Harris, of Orange
county, was sworn as Speaker Mr. Harris is
native of Georgia, and g graduate of Emory
College. He is one of the half dozen old
members who have been reelected to the pre-
I Leg stature of 70 as one of the most useful
/ and talented members of that body. He pre-
sides with ease and dignity, and displays a com
/ piete knowledge of the art of managing de-
4 Lucrative assemblies.
/ Thirteen of tie old Senators held over and
/ were re elected, while the House is composed
I elmost entirely Of new material only six or
/ seven of the former members having been re-
/ turned.
/ At2 p. IN. both houses met in joint session in
/ the Assembly Hall for the purpose of witness
\ ing the Inauguration ceremonies. The large
/ room was literally packed with spectators. A
! great many were unable to obtain sdmission,
4 and general regret was expressed that the
/ original intention of having the proceedings
held in front of the capitol had been inter
rupted by the severe weather prevailing.
/ Hundreds of the fair daughters of Florida lent
the brilliancy Of their charms to the interest
( ing occasion, while the handsome uniforms of
J
happi y with the more sober costumes Of the
citizens
! IN few moments, Governor Bloxham, ac-
/ cOmpanled by G0vernOr Drew, the members or
] the Cabinet and large retinue of distin-
! guished dignitaries. made his appearance. As
! soon as his well known face became visible,
] those old walls of the capitol echoed and re-
/ echoed to such a spontaneous and long con-
tinued shout of applause as they never heard
before 1t was genuine and hearty express
4 sion Of the position which Governor Bloxham
! holds in the confidence and affections of the
people of Florida, and must have been ex-
tremely gratifying to the recipient of this
| popular ovation
His inaugural address, which hope you will
| publish in full, was eminently worthy Of the
/ speaker and occasion. Governor Bloxham 8
/ reputation as an orator is generally known and
widely admitted but he never appeared to
better advantage than when about to assume
his present responsibilities. Surrounded by
the people who had known him from boyhood,
I and who had watched his ascent up the heights
4 or Ta'nG ana DOnOf WIN pflu6 ana SfAGltlcdClOH,
encircled by men prominent in all professions
| and avocatiOns, begirt by the chosen represen-
'ItatiVes of the people from every portion of the
State, the time, place and circumstances all
combined in the utterance of one of his hap
piest efforts.
The following extract from his address de-
| fines his future policy, and points out the pur-
/ poses of his administration:
Looking alone to the interest, welfare and
| prosperity of our State, it will be my pleasure
IS well as my duty to bend every energy to
promote her future progress and growth That
4 future rests to g large extent, with her peo-
4 ple. To secure its full fruits to ourselves and
our posterity, we must invite a healthy immi-
! grafton; develop our internal resources by
/ securing proper transportation; and educate
| the rising generation. These are the three
! great links in the grand chain of progress upon
/ which can confidently rely for our future
! growth and prosperity"
/ and system of general education, are the
/ three pillars upon which the future growth
and prosperity Of Florida depend. These
/ secured her onward progress is assured and
\ rapid, and her strides to power, wealth and
! greatness will be those of a giant
/ Governor Bloxhams illusions to the services
I of Governor Drew, and to the successful and
| efficient manner with which he had conducted
! the affairs of the State, were deservedy just
| and proper, and elected splendid round of
applause. Governor Drew has worn his OFF,
! cial robes most ably and honestly, and can
! retire with the proud consciousness of having
! well and faithfully fulfilled his duties.
After the oath Of Office had been admins
tered to the Governor-elect by Judge d &
Walker. in a solemn and impressive manner,
the thunder of cannon announced that w. D.
! Bloxham was Governor of the State of Florida
I The Light Artillery and Light Infantry Of
! Jacksonville. the Guards OF Suwannee, the
/ Guards of jefferson. the Governors Guards
! and Artillery of Leon, were present and pre-
sented fine appearance. These companies
are well officered and show great proficiency
At night a grand ball, in honor to Governor
/ Bloxham and his affable and accomplished
! wife, was given in the capitol building. The
! tastefully decorated. Although outside the
/ wind was blowing hercely and the rain falling
1 heavily, the scene within was one of gayety
! and social enjoyment. Dancing was continued
4 to a late hour, and joy and pleasure reigned
supreme.
I Speculations as to the Cabinet officers con-
/ tinue to be circulated. Those wired you a day
I or two since appear to be generally credited.
/ 1t is said that Governor Eloxham will announce
the names of his official family next Monday.
The weather for several davs has been in
/ tolerably disagreeable. Mud, rain and gloomy
! skies prevail, and wheeling, coughing, sneezing
and hoarseness have become epidemic
The State papers are well represented, and
their readers will be fully posted as to the pro-
4 ceedings during the first week of the session.
Nothing of Importance was transacted in
! either house this morning. The following
standing committees were appointed by the
President of the Senate
Judiciary Committee-Mr. Niblack, Chair
man; Messrs. Mallory, Alien, Thompson Bry-
Privileges and Elections-Mr. McKinne,
Chairman; Messrs Dell, Sharpe, Chandler,
/ Crawford.
Education--Mr. Judge. Chairman; Messrs
/ Delano, Robinson, Cole, Walker.
Claims-Mr. Speer, Chairman; Messrs Nc
/ Kay McClenny, Wallace, Bryan.
Railroads and Telegraphs-Mr Lykes, Chair
man. Messrs. Delano, Allen, Mallory, Thomp-
! Public Lands-Mr Niblack. Chairman: !:
Messrs. Lykes, Lee, Mcclellan, McKinnon.
Appropriations Mr.. Lykes, Chairman !;
Messrs. Jones. Willard, Duncan, Hendry.
! Finance and Taxation-Mr McKinnon, Chair.
man; MessrS. Crawford, Niblack, Mckay,
/ Allen
/ Public Printing-Mr Powers, Chairman :;
Messrs. Polhill Sharpe, Mallory, Chandler.
Enrolled Bills-Mr. Walker. Chairman !;
Messrs; Hendryi Grill w Wallaee, McKinn9n:
Powers, Walker, Cone, Polhill.
Fisheries-Mr Jones. Chairman Messrs.
Lee, Hatcher, Sharpe. Mcclellan.
State Boundaries-Mr. Hatcher. Chairman;
Messrs. Polhill Chandler, Cone, Speer.
Engrossed Bills-Mr Bryson, Chairman;
Messrs. Judge. McKinnon, Willard, Cole.
state Affairs-Mr. Speer, Chairman; Messrs.
! Duncsn Cole, Hendry, Crawford.
/ CorpoTationS-Mr. Thompson, Chairman; !;
Messrs. McKinne, McClenny, Robinson, Wal
City and County organizations-Mr. Jones,
Chairman; Messrs. speer, McKinne, Willard,
Powers.
MILITANT. Dell. Chairman; Messrs. Chand-
Ter. Grill, Mckay. Cone.
Legislative Expenses-Mr. Crawford. Chair
man; Messrs. Lykes, Hatcher, Bryson, Wal
lace.
Indian Affairs-Mr Sharp, Chairman; Messrs
Duncan, Robinson, Delano, Mcclellan
Post Routes-Mr. Hatcher, Chairman:
Messrs Cone, Mcclellan, Lee, Grill
Commerce and Naviugton = Mr.. Mckay,
Chairman; Messrs. Malony, Thompson, Pow
ers. Allen.
Immigration-Mr Grill, Chairman; Messrs.
Walker, Robinson, McKiune, Judge.
The committees IN the Assembly will proba-
bly, be announced tomorrow Bills will be in
troduced in the Senate at an early day for sup
plying artificial limbs to MANNED soldiers, and
also for a new apportionment of the present
Congressional districts
The weather is bright and pleasant, and all
are r-joicing in the change. w. II. B.
Havana Cigar Factory Destroyed.
HAVANA, January IA fire last night
totally destroyed the large cigar manufacto-
ry, ala Exception" OF Jose Gener. or
the persons who slept In the building seven
perished In the flames. The mandatory
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