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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08

In the City Court yesterday afternoon
there was quite an interesting case disposed
of. This was charge brought against
John R. Reid, cOlored, of cheating aud
swindling, the circumstances btiag as fol-
lows: About six months since Reid bought
a sewing machine from the agency Of
Wheeler 81 Wilson In this city on credit
the instsllment plan-there being no written
agreement signed. The machine was
delivered to Reid, who subsequently
pawned 1t to j. r. Barch for
twelve dollars. When this was ascer-
tanned the agent of the machine company
claimed the machine of Burch as the prop
erty of bis company. Burch consented TO
deliver the machine to the agent, and then
brought charge against Reid for cheating
and sWindling-pawning a machine that did
not belong to him. Reid did not deny these
facts The Judge held that as the sale was
on credit, and price agreed upon to be
paid for the machine, and the ma
chine being delivered by the agent to Reid,
! legal title to the machine passed to Reid,
and that he had a right to pawn it. Conse-
quenily there was no false representation as
to ownership, and the defendant was lere-
upon declared rot guilty Of the charge, and
was, on order Of the court, discharged.
Mr.. r. j. Wade was counsel for Reid.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08
aaaasrs ana Phinea Esecnscsl,P
EnamA.

Noted
The total revenue of the Police Court
yesterday was 81.
n, meet tonight.
The grand Jury Of the Superior Court
VIII meet to-day at ten O'Clock.
An Important business meeting of the
,hloernian Society win be held this evening.
Remember, " The Phenix" VIII appear
at o'clock. - 'O-
All jury criminal cases in the City Court
VIII De called for trial at ten o'clock on Fri
day morning.
Reserved seats for Barrett's engagement
VIII be on sale to-day at $50 O'Clock at
Bren's ticket Office.
Inc city was reported remarkably quiet
last night, there being only one arrest re-
corded at the barracks up to 2 q. m.
Mr.. George s. Sidney, Business Agent Of
Tony Denier's Humpty Dumpty Company,
Is IN the city. Humpty will appear here
shortly.
Robert Erwin, the negro who was arrested
LOT steahng meat from the store Of Messrs.
Uranam q Huobell, was, on yesterday, in
the Police Court, fined SO or thirty DAYS.
There wiz be meeting Of the parish of
H. x
consider matters of great interest, and a
large attendance of the membership is ex-
pected.
The schooner Chatham, George w. Wal
lace master, was yesterday cleared for St.
Marun, west Indies, by j. 81. Ellis, with
cargo OF 10000 feet of lumber and FIVE bar
rels rosin.
The strong east wind prevailing yesterday
was neayy with dampness and exceedingly
penetrating. The sufferers from colds, and
their name Is legion, had a lively time
In lodging the chilling blasts.
We had the pleasure of meeting Col. E.
Y. Anderson yesterday, who has Just re-
turned from Washington. He is quite hope
full Of Savannah receiving good approprIa-
tons for her river and harbor.
Captain A J. Minus, a gallant officer of
the Beauregard Light Infantry during the
war, AID afterwards commander of the
charleston Rldemen, died at his residence,
In Charleston, on Saturday night.
The Spanish steamer Elvira, Juan de
Algeria, master, was yesterday cleared for
Barcelona, Spain, by Chas. Green & Co, ,
with cargo of z, 523 bales Of upland cotton,
weighing 1,2O5. $3.50 pounds, valued at 1924,
400.
Dir. Charles Coleman, of Savannah, and
Miss Eugenia E. Nathans, of Philadelphia,
will be united in marriage on Wednesday,
the 23d inst, at the residence of the BRIDES
mother, Mrs. Philip Nathans, sos Franklin
street, Philadelphia.
The many friends of Mr.. Lewis Cass, the
popular and efficient Keeper of the City
DIspensarY, will be pleased to learn that the
crisis Of bis serious sickness has been passed,
and last evening he was considered out Of
danger. We hope his recovery will be
speedy.
Miss Eleanor Calhoun, the young Ameri-
can actress who will visit Savannah shortly
under the management of Manager John T.
Ford, will be supported by Ford's Southern
Dramatic Company, among whom are Misses
Marie Bockel, Blanche Thompson, George
Denham and others.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08
THE SAVANNAH PORT SOCIETY.
AnInvlta.lOn 80 Seamen.

Editor Morning NesOs In this mornings
NEWS read with interest your report of the
Port Society's anniversary, held at the Bap-
fist Church last evening. / was glad to see
the encouraging state of things In that
society at present, as presented by the diff
ferent officers, and hope, the good people
of Savannah will continue to give such q
worthy object substantial support during
the coming year. would like, however,
to bring before the public one fact, of which
there was no mention made last evening,
And it is this, that while the Port Society
have had no home or reading rooms for the
sailors, they found a comfortable one, and
reading room also, at the Young Mems
Christian Association, where, on some
evenings as many as thirty visited the
rooms, and availed themselves of the warm
welcome and privileges offered by the asso-
citation, through our good brother Davis,
the Secretary, who is always ready to ex-
tend the hand of Christian fellowship aud
give word of cheering council to all who
visit him. Many weary, sad heart has
been cheered and encouraged by this good
Christian man. So that the Port Society
has good faithful helper In the Y. NJ. g.
A., aud we think an acknowledgements of
this last evening would have been well
timed.
1t would be well for those interested In
the sailor to visit cur rooms during the win
ter season and see how comfortable the old
"tars" look, as they enjoy their paper and
quiet chat, even without grog. We hope
that, during the coming year, the Young
Mems Christian Association will receive the
sympathy and support Of al the good peo-
pie interested in the sailor. Both societies
are doing noble work, and ought to be
literally supported. A MEMBER.
Savannah. february z, 1881.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08
FATAL ACCIDENT.
A Frightened Horse Jumps Down
an Embankment aud Breaks His
Neck.

Yesterday morning about IL O'Clock
Messrs. Reuben Roberts and r. F. Hsrring
ton, of Scriven county, who arrived in the
city the previous night, called at the stable
of Mir. James Daley, on West Broad street,
to hire buggy. Mr.. Roberts stated that
they wished to go up the river short dis
tance to look at some timber in boom. A
horse and buggy were furnished them
and they drove off, going to a
point a short distance beyond the
"Y' leading to the Central Railroad
wharVes, where, it appears, they left the
horse and buggy and proceeded on foot
some three quarters of a mile up towards
the mill. During their absence a train
going to the wharves passed, and the loco
motive frightening the horse, he dashed
forward, madly plugging over the embank-
meat, which is quite steep ct that point,
carrying the buggy with him. The fall
broke the neck of the animal, killing him
instantly, and completely demolishing
the buggy. Mr.. Roberts stated,
we understand, that he had left the buggy
in the charge Of white man when he and
Mr.. Harrington started off, but at the time
the accident occurred 1t seems the horse
was unattended. The animal was a fine one
aud was valued by Mr.. Daley at $125, which
price he had several times refused, not
being willing TO part with him, and the
buggy was almost new.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08
Eegal SaIEs.
sHERIFF,s SALE


Under and by virtue of a mortgage Fl. IA
u issued out Of Chatham Superior Court
in favor of THOMAS HARRISON, JOHN HAIR
RISON, NJ. LEIB HARRISON, GEORGE L.
HARRISON, Jr., and THOMAS S. HARRISON.
partners under the firm name and style OF
HARRISON BROTHERS & CO.. VS.. CHRIS
TOPPER MURPHY. have levied upon the
following described property, tO-wit:
All those two lots of land IN the city of Sa-
vannah, county and State aforesaid, designa-
ted In the plan of said city as lots numbers
seven ca and eight 90 Greene ward, bounded
by lot number six (6), on the south by a lane.
annual ground rent to the Mayor and Alder
men of the city of Savannah, that is to say, lot
number seven az to an annual ground rent Of
thirty-two dollars and sixty two cents, and lot
number eight % to an annual ground rent OF
forty five dollars, together with all the rights,
members and appurtenances thereunto be-
longing. the prope' ty Of CHRISTOPHER MUIR
PLY. which he mortgaged to THOMAS HAIR
RISON, NJ. L1EB HARRISON, JOHN HARRI-
SON, GEORGE L. HARRISON, Jr., and
THOMAS s. HARRISON, partners under the
firm name and style OF HARRISON BROTH
ERS & COMPANY, by his mortgage deed,
dated the I'd day of March, A. d. 1877.
And l win offer the said above described
property at public cutlery before the Court
House door OF Chatham county, in the city of
Savannah, on the FIRST TUESDAY IN
MARCH, 1881, during the legal hours Of sale,
to satisfy said mortgage fl. ia.
Terms cash; purchasers paying for titles.
JOHN T. ROMAN,
feb1.Tu5t Sheriff O. Co. Ga
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08
Preparing for the Jasper Greens.

The Neacs and Courier says that at large
and enthusiastic meeting of the Montgomery
Guards, Of Charleston, an earnest discussion
was had as to the ways and means Of enter
tanning the Irish Jasper Greens, of savan-
nah, who have been invited by the Guards
to visit that city on the nth of March The
Jaspers have signifed their acceptance Of
the invitation, and the Guards will receive
them royalty. A committee has been APP
pointed TO make the necessary arrange
ments, and the soldiers of the Forest City
will be made to remember their VISIT to
Charleston. At the same meeting five re-
cruits were added to the company roll. The
armorY Of the Montgomery Guards has been
handsomely fitted up and furnished, and is
now one OF the best appointed military halls
in the city.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08

We learn that Mr.. Hugh n. starnes, a
popular and worthy young lawyer OF this
city, VIII leave this morning for Augusta,
where he proposes to locate permanently
and practice his profession. He will be &C
companied by his brother, Mr. V. w.
starRes. who Yesterday passed very hand
some examination in the Superior Court,
and was admitted to practice In the State
courts. The Messrs. Starnes are very worthy
young gentlemen, and viii have the best
wishes Of many Savannah friends for their
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08

CHATHAM sHERIFF,s SALE.

FINDER and by virtue of a mortgage q. ia.
u isued out of Chatham Superior Court. In
favor of NELLIE e. MAYNARD VS.. JOHN V.
BARBEE, / have levied upon the following
described property:
All that tract of land situate and being in the
county of Chatham and State Of Georgia, be-
ing a part of the Cedar Grove farm, and
bounded on the north and northwest by Tim
Der Landing creek, on the northeast by lands
of Mrs Anna Miller, on the south and south
east by the Coast Line Railroad, and on the
said tract of land containing seven acres, more
or less, together with the improvements there
cas
And win offer the said above described pro-
perty at public cutlery, before the Court House
door Of Chatham county, in the city of Savan-
nah, on the FIRST TUESDAY IN MARCH,
1881, during the legal hours of sale, to satisfy
said mortgage fl. ia.
Terms cash; purchasers paying for titles.
JOHN T. ROMAN,
feb1-T15t Sheriff G. Co., Ga.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08

The weather Sunday and yesterday was
very dIssgreeable, and from down the river
we have reports Of heavy weather outside,
and may expect to hear of some disasters
along the coast. The wires OF the Tybee
line are down, and the manager was un-
able yesterday to get any boatmen to take
men down the river to mend the break, but
it is expected that it will be repaired to-day,
The high wind which blew the dust In
every direction on Sunday, was succeeded
by shower early yesterday morning and
threatening weather all day, which was fol-
lowed by steady rain at dark, continuing
until late hour, when 1t ceased, though
the indications are that it is not over.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08
Admitted TO the Bar.

Yesterday morning Mr.. Valerius w.
starnes, q student In the Office of Messrs.
A. P. & 8. B. Adams, made application in
the Superior Court for admission to the BAR
with privilege TO plead and practice in the
Superior Court. Judge Fleming appointed
as the examining committee Messrs. Z. w.
MeIdrin, J. J. Abrams, A. P. Adams and
the Solicitor General, who eT amined the ap-
pIicant very thoroughly on the principles
and practice of criminal and civil law. The
examination was very credita6ly passed,
and the applicant was thereupon admitted
to plead and practice in the State courts.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08

a general meeting Of the members OF the
fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons
viii take place in the public hall at Masonic
Temple on Thursday evening, the 10th in't'
at O'Clock, for the purpose of completing
arrangements for the forthcoming Masonic
Bazaar and Fair. All ladies interested in the
welfare of the fraternity are also respect
fully invited to attend and grace the occa-
sion with their presence.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08
Row About n WOman-A Negro
RadlV Cut.

Yesterday morning about IL O'Clock
difficulty occurred between Lueius Jones
and Frank Jones, colOred, at the stable of
Mr.. James Daley, on West Broad street, in
which the latter was very severely injured
by blow with Ratchet on his head. The
wound IL flicted is quite serious and pain
full, though it is not considered neces-
sarily fatal by d.. 7. B. Chisholm, to
whom he was carried to have it dressed.
It Is understood that the difficulty orgk
mated from some dispute about colored
damsel named Kate HOustOR, with whoms
they were deeply smitten. The parties are
not related. Lueius is employed at the sta
bles aud Frank at the store of Mr.. NJ. j.
DOYLE. It Is likely some Magistrate will
have case from this difficulty to-day.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08
A PardOned Criminal Caught Under


In Yesterdays NEWS appeared an account
of the arrest of negro named William
Dudley, alias johnson, alias George, near
the canal, early Sunday morning, evidently
endeavoring to lead an intoxicated white
man to a secluded spot for the purpose of
robbipg him. The circumstances as related
iustify this impression. Sergeant Harvey
made the arrest, aud entered Dudley at the
police barracks as suspicious character.
He was arraigned In the Police
Court Yesterday morning, and the
case was continued for further investiga-
tion. Dudley was recognized In the court
as William Smell, the negro who was con-
cerned in the killing of Daniel McDermott,
the sailor, on the 18th of March, 1878, for
which John johnson was hung. 1t will be
remembered that Small was also tried and
convicted Of the murder, and was sentenced
to be hung, but subsequently, on
strenuous appeals to the Governor based on
Johnson's confession, was pardoned. n
seems, however, that the narrow escape
from having his neck broke has not had the
effect of inducing him to lead better life.
It is probable that he will 60 to the chain
gang for time.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08

We learn from Washington that the pros
poets Of fair appropriation being made for
the improvement of our harbo' and the
lighting Of Savannah river are very favora-
able; that our claims are fully recognized,
and that all that is possible viii be done,
though possibly the full amount desired
NAV not be obtained. Il is thought the ap-
preparations will be sufficient to do material
good and assist very considerably In max
Ing improvements that are designed. This
information cannot fail to be received wi b
Satisfaction, and the announcement Of the
appropriations will be anticipated with in
tarest
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08

Among the archives of the Georgia His
torical Society is drum which was used at
the battle of Cowpens, South Carolina, on
the 17th January, 1851. 1t is In good preser-
vation and serviceable. and traces It's exist
enee back to Major Cunningham Georgia
battalion, who crossed the upper savannah
and joined Col. Pickens IN time 70 snare the
glories of that eyentful day.
We understand that application for its
Temporary loan will be made by the com
mittee 10 charge of the Arrangements for
the centennial celebration OF the battle OF
S,owpens. IL is erainently proper that the
assembly should be beat on it for the cere-
monies OF Mayfl1 neEt, in which the
"EmpIre State Of the South" VIII partici-
pate.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08

Allen q Lindsay, 1863 and III Broughton
street, have the largest and best stock Of
furniture in this city, comprising everything
wanted by housekeepers, and also splendid
assortment of carpets, rugs, shades, cur
tains and other upholstery goods. Their
stocks In these lines are well selected and
comprise all the latest styles and at prices
to suit all pockets. Parties away from
Savannah, who are about fitting up their
houses, should get prices from this
popular firm before they make their pur-
chases. This will save them q good per-
centage, as Allen & Lindsey sell on smaller
margin than any other house in Georgia.
ian4-tf
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08
CoUnT 0AGGNDAR.


HoS. w. B. FLEMING. Judge presiding.
Court met yesterday morning At 10
o'clock, when the following business was
transacted
Pierce B. Wilson, complainant, and Jahn
a. Hall and Alexander Blue, executors, de-
PENDANTS. In equity. Argument was heard
from counsel on both sides on motion to
non suit, made By defendant, and decision
of court rendered sustaining motion. Lester
& Ravenel for complainant, GignillLatt,
Chisholm q Erwin and Tompkins q Dem
mark for defendants.
Richard Baker ct al, complainants, and
Peter Houston ct al, defendants. In equity.
The case was commenced, jury being en-
panneled, but was postponed until 10 O'Clock
this morning, in consequence of the absence
Of juror, to which time the court took 3
recess.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08

Yesterday afternoon, in the City Court,
Frank Williams, colored, was arraigned to
answer the charge Of simple larceny. The
accused plead guilty to the charge and was
sentenced to six months on the chain gang.
Williams is evidently in no condition to do
service on the chain gang or any other labor.
In fact, hts condition was such that Judge
Harden deemed It proper to grant an order
sending him to the infirmary until he re-
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08

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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08

A guarantee that any one affected with
constipation or torpid liver can be relieved
by taking regularly, by directions, Simmons
Liver Regulator. 1t has been known to cure
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GAS general family remedy for dyspep-
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ever used anything else, and have never
been disappointed in effect producedi it
seems to be almost perfect cure for all
diseases OF the stomach and bowels.
"W. j. MCELRoY, Macon, Ca"
febS-Tu, tt, ,w& Tel1t
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08
ADMINISTRATORS SALE AT AUCTION.
KENNEDY & BLUM, AuctiOneers.

ONTUESDAY, THE FIRST DAY OF MARCH
NEXT. in front of the Court house. in the
city of Savannah, dming the usual hours
of sale, by virtue of an order granted at the
February term, 1880, of the Court of Ordina-
~ Of Chatham county, the following real
estate:
The we tern half of all those two lots of land
lying and being in o. lsthorpe ward, city Of
savannah, designated as lots and L, with the
buildings and Improvements on the western
half of lot L Tennis cash; purchaser paying
for titles.
Said property belonging to the estate OF
SARAH II. PICKETT late OF said county de-
ceased. sold for the purpose of payment of
debts of said estate, and for the purpose OF
distribution.
JAMES R. WRAY,
Administrator estate Sarah II. Pickett.
fahf e 15Rmh1
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08
E'ESADRUG TANAsTOYTSHED.


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~ ss42 AID worthless limitations.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08
A PIea.ant entertainments.

On the evening Of February 18th 8
very pleasant musical and literary enter
tainment will be given by the Young
Ladies' Hebrew Benevolent Society for the
benefit OF the Female Orphan Asylum. The
entertainment will take place at Masonic
Temple, and will be undoubtedly, from tne
preparations making, one OF the charming
social events of the season. Tickets viii DC
fifty cents, and further particulars VIII ap-
near hereafter.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08
miIIinerv Goods.

Clearing out of all millinery goods.
Trimmed Hats and Ronnets, Felt Hats in
Derby and Sailor shape. The entire assort-
ment win be offered for less than they can
be purchased In New York. / have lust
received q new assortment of Sun Um-
brellas and Parasols, Hamburg Edgings,
French Nainsooks, French Welts, figured
and plain, Piques, Corsets, Kid Gloves, new
styles in Neckwear, Ruching, etc.
III. G. HOUSTON,
feb2-tf al Congress street.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08
The @drHiHs Aews.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5. ISL.
Time of Closing the Mails.

Northern mall via Savannah ana charlastoa
Railroad and 10 P. n. - ,'A4''l 'ess -.
Charleston, 3 and 10Px
Port Royal Railroad, and f0p
Western mail via Central Railroad q.
and 6:30P. 0@@s . =. l.
norida mail via Savannah. Florida and West
3 p. n. - S-''
Darien and Brunswick. sPN
Savannah river, Tuesday, 5P.n
hilledgevflle and Eatonton. e.s1p
ONCE open for delivery OF mail On e,rndav
rom s:SO 70 70 A n. and from 1850 20 ?. y.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1881-02-08
AZ EstIIps To-Dav. s1ls sun street.

AZ EstiII's TO-DaVs 2I16 Bun Street.
Savannah Morning News, Under Lffe's
Key (No. 100 franklin Square Library,
Better Than Good (No. 159 Franklin Square
Library, Pleasant Hours for March, Peter
sons Ladies' Magazine for March, New
York Fashion Bazaar for March, London
Graphic, London Punch, Leslie's Ladies'
Bazaar for March, Rand 81 McNally Railroad
Guide for March, Spirit of the Times, Irish
World, Waverley, Magazine, Burlington
York Daily Herald, World, Times, Sun,
Tribune, Graphic, Truth, Star, Baltimore
Sun, Philadelphia Times, Chicago Tribune,
and Boston Herald.