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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29
Dwelling Burned-SerIous Loss


A few minutes before three O'Clock yes
terday morning Policeman Bender, who was
on duty in the vicinity, discovered smoke
issuing from the residence on Harris street,
near the corner of Abercorn, occupied by
DR.. B. F. Sheftall, Coroner. He proceeded
to the station GA corner of Liberty and
Drayton to turn in an alarm, but for some
reason the circuit did not work, and the
alarm was imperfectlY given. In the
meantime some parties had rushed to
the Fireman's Hall, and an alarm was
sounded by the BartOws. which was shortly
afterwards echoed by "Big Duke" Police
man Bender having hurried to the barracks
after finding that station No. "A would not
work. There was consequently delay In
the fremen reaching the scenes and the
flames had spread rapidly, and the total
destruction Of the dwelling seemed proba-
bic when they arrived on the ground. DR..
Sheftall was out on a professional visit in
the country at the time, and his wife and
child were fortunately at his mothers, he
not expecting to return during the night.
The other inmates OF the house escaped
without accident.
The department were soon at work and
did efficient service-preventing the com
plete destruction OF the building or the.
spread of the flames to the adjoining proper
ty. Through the assistance rendered the fire.
men by a number of citizens, some of the
household effects we're saved, but the furni-
ture was greatly damaged.
The building belonged to Mrs. Catherine
Mehrtens, and was insured for the sum OF
5000 in the Southern Mutual Insurance
Company, Of Athens, represented BY Messrs.
L. II. Harden * Co.
There was insurance on the furniture Tor
5000 in agency represented by Mr.. G. G.
FalIjgsut. and on other effects there was
insurance for $500 in Capt. ]. F. Wheaton,
agency.
We understand that DR.. Sheftall had
considerable sum of money in his room,
which was lost. The fire is supposed to
have been caused by the explosion Of
kerosene lamp, which had been left burning
low
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29
GOOD AND CHEAP LIGHT.
The Aim of the United Gas Improve.
menS Company.

At no time since the discovery Of flu
minating gas has the interest in it been so
general and the consumption so enormous
as at the present. The discovery Of the
electric light, instead Of being injurious to
the gas business, as was at first supposed
would be the case, has given 1t a new i'm
petus. The people are demanding better
quality of light and more Of it. To
meet these demands a combination Of
wealthy capitalists of Philadelphia and New
York has been formed under the name Of
the United Gas Improvement Company.
This company has purchased all the most
valuable known processes for the manufac-
ture of Illuminating gas, and has combined
the interests of such well known parties as
the National Petroleum and Water Gas
Company, of New York; the Elkins Manu-
featuring and Gas Company, OF Philadelphia;
the Lowe processes, and several Other valua-
BILE interests.
1t is the intention OF this company to
build, lease or purchase gas works wherever
It can be done to advantage. Among the
stockholders are the following well known
business men: William G. Warden, William
L. Elkins, James A. Wright, George Philler,
John Wanamaker, Thomas DOlan, William
NJ. Singerly, P. A. B. Widener, A. ]. Cas-
satt, H. H. Houston, George Harding, G. A.
Griscom, Henry l.. Davis, W. w. Gibbs, T.
s. G. Lowe, Stephen A. Caldwell, William
H. Rhawn, Morton McMichael, Matthews Il
Green, John L Stewart, Henry Lewis, j. B.
Altemus and Henry G. Gibson. The Dr.
rectors arei John l.. Stewart William l..
Elkins, P. A. B. Widener, Henry L. Davis,
W. W. Gibbs, T. s. G. Lowe, Thomas
Dolan, James A. Wright and George Phil
Ter. The officers ars as follows: President,
John L. Stewart; Secretary and Treasurer,
Samuel T. Bodine; General Manager, WV.
Gibbs; Consulting Engineer, 7. S. G. Lowe.
Recently q committee representing this
company offered to purchase or lease the
Philadelphia Gas Works on basis Of $l2,-
100000, and materially reduce the price Of
gas. This proposition IS still under consid-
Grafton.
This company is largely interested in the
new and extensive works of the Central
Gaslight Company, Of San Francisco, built
under the supervision of J. Elliott Condict.
1t has contracts for the construction Of
works in New Orleans, Savannah, Kansas
City and Reading, and has works completed
and in satisfactory operation at Newport,
KY, Paterson, Rochester, Cape Nav, Allan
tic City, Baltimore, Scranton, Wilkesbarre,
Lancaster and q number OF other points.
Wherever this company may extend its ope-
ratiOns 1t will carry with It boon to the
public. Philadelphia Record
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29
geaal Sales.
CHATHAM sHERIFF's SALE,

FINDER and by virtue Of a mortgage IA
u issued out of Chatham Superior C1r,t
in favor of WILLIAM j. HARTY vs.. D0Vi.
NICK A. O'BYRNE, administrator de bopis nm
of the estate of Margaret O'Byrue. deceased
l have levied upon the following deserted
property of the defendant:
All that Western Half of that lot, tract or
parcel of land lying and being in the ciyoi
Savanr alb, county of Chatham and STAT n
Georgia, and known on the map or plan If
said city as Lot Number Thirty (3gD Brown
Ward, on the southeast corner Of Perry and
Whitaker streets, in said city Aud also Al
all that lot, tract or parcel Of land lying and
being in the city of Savannah county oi
Chatham and State of Georgia, and known Oh
the map or plan of said city as Lot Number
Fifteen (15) New Franklin Ward, on the north.
east corner of Williamson and West Brust
streets, in said city; and of all and singular DE
buildings and improvements on the said L0s
Numbers Thirty-Nine 1897 Brown Ward and
Fifteen (l5) New Franklin Ward in said ct.
and of all the rights, members privileges
easements. and appurtenanceS to said Los
Number Thirty Nine (39l Brown Ward aai
Fifteen C5) New Franklin Ward, and to he
improvements belonging or IN any wise ag
pertaining.
And l viii offer the said above deserted
property at public cutlery, before the C0aa
House door of Chatham County in the dy
Of Savannah, on the FIRST TUESDAY II
SEPTEMBE Err, 1882, during the legal hOuEd
sale, to satisfy said mortgage fl, ia
Terms cash. Purchasers paying for titles
JOHN T. ROMAN, Sheriff G. Co., Ga.
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ARTICLEs on ASSOCIATION.

1. The name of this Company shall be the
SAVANNAH AND TYBEE RAILROAD COM
PANY OF GEORGIA"
II. This railroad to be constructed, main
tanned and operated from, or near, the limits
of the city Of Savannah. thence crossing Will
mington river to Whitemarsh Island at point
little north of the old Greenwich crossing;
thence across Whitemarsh Island to a point
eight hundred (S0OI yards, more or less, south
of Gibson's point; thence crossing Turner's
creek to Wilmington Island, running a little
south of the Hunter settlement, curving thence
to east northeast, crossing TVbee river to Nc
Queens Island; thence curving easterly, fol-
lowing the direction OF the south bank of the
Savannah river crossing LaZaretto creek a
little south of the old road landing to Tybee
Island; thence to a point one-half 90 mile,
more or less, west of the Tybee lighthouse
thence curving to the southwark to near the
south end of the island.
Ill. The length OF said railroad, including
the necessary sidingS and branch tracks, to be
eighteen miles, more or less, according to the
present location Of the line. The track to be
of five (5) foot gauge.
". on the north shore OF Tybee Island, at
point one-half mile, more or less, west of the
Tybee Lighthouse, the company to erect and
maintain pier, for the use of and in connec-
ton with the business Of said railroad, and
such other structures and buildings as may be
necessary in connection Herewith.
V, The amount OF the capital stock of the
Company has been placed at SIX HUNDRED
THOUSAND ($600, 00Ol DOLLARS, divided into
capital of the Company may at any time be
increased to ONE MILLION CSl,00O,0t0) DOL
LARS Of like shares, according to the necessi-
ties OF the business Of the Company.
VI The number OF Directors who shall
manage the affairs of said Company for
the first year, and until others are chosen.
shall be five (5), and the following persons
shall constitute the Board Of Directors for the
first year. viz:
j. W. PINDER, of Georgia.
W. L. JACKSON, of Pennsylvania
B. P. IVES, of New York.
A. PAUL. OF New York.
GEORGE NEWTON. of New York,
VII, The Board of Directors shall have full
power and authority to adopt rules. regula-
lions and bylaws for the management OF the
affairs Of said Company, and TO do and per-
form all and every act necessary for the con-
struction, equipment and management Of said
Railroad Company, not inconsistent with the
Constitution and laws Of the United States and
of the State of 6eorgia.
}. w. PINDER, President.
WI JACKSON Treasurer.
New YoRK CRY, June Goth, 1882.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29

We viii now offer general assortment OF
Gents furnishing goods, shirts, collars, cuffs'
plain and fancy ties, handkerchiefs, SILK
and linen, q full line OF plain and fancy
underwear. at less than New YORK cost;
Famous New York Clothing House, I4O
Congress street.-AdO.
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ANNUAL TRADE REVIEW
Mammoth Issue on Septem-
Der I'd.

The regular Annual Review Of the bust
ness during the commercial year ending
August 31st will appear IN the issue of Sat
urdsy, September ID. AS has been Gus
tomary for a number OF years past, this issue
OF the MORNTNG NEWS viii be Of such char
aeter as to command the patronage Of our
business men. The Trade Edition will be
mammoth sheet, 3sx52, the largest single
newspaper printed in the South. 1t will
comprise summary of the trade of Savan-
nah during the year, embracing all branches
OF business, aud resume of its shipping
and commercial news.
This issue Of the MORNING NEWS will be
one which every citizen, whether a business
man or not, will take pride in sending
abroad as an evidence Of the prosperity Of
the city and section in which he lives, and
VIII give to those who have never before ex-
amined into the matter a proper apprecia-
tlon OF SsEannah's importance as the great
commercial emporium Of the two most pro-
gressive States in the Southern section Of
the American Union.
Ahe trade Issue OF the MORNING NEWS,
IN addition to being sent to all the subscrib-
ers Of the Daily, by carrier and mail, will be
mailed to every subscriber to the WEEKLY
NEWS, which, with the copies sent out to
addresses furnished US by our advertisers,
will give it an aggregate circulation OF
10000 to $4,000 copies among people who
look to the MORNING NEWS for information
on all subjects, and who represent the pur-
chasing interest Of their localities.
This edition will thus find its way intc
every household in the immense area OF
country directly tributary to Savannah, and
at time when the people have means tc
purchase and are buying supplies for the
fall and winter, aud when an advertisement
viii have the effect Of a direct communities
ton from the merchant to the buyer.
Advertisements received for this edition
at usual rates.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29
Matters and Things LaeOnIeHlIY


The assessment at the Polics Court yes
terday was $40.
The receipts of naval stores yesterday
were quite large.
The interments in Charleston last week
numbered ACTIVITIES Z, colored 33.
The Board Of Sanitary Commissioners
held their regular meeting yesterday.
New rice is coming in freely, and the mills
will soon be running to full capacity.
Station No. "a Of the Fire Alarm Tele-
graph should be put in perfect order.
The receipts of cotton yesterday were
], O59 bales, and the rush will soon be on US.
Advertisers are requested to send In their
advertisements for the Trade Issue without
delay.
The improvements at the intersection of
West Broad and Liberty streets are progress
ing finely.
There is an effort being made to get up
match yacht race at Isle OF Hope early
during the coming month.
The club house for the Savannah Yacht
Club at Thunderbolt is being pushed for
ward rapidly to completion.
Some of the papers In the district intimate
there will be lively times at the Congress
siOnsl Convention, which will meet here on
the 9Th proximo.
Every business man should have his adj
vertisement In the Trade Issue Of the MORN
ING News. Advertisements should be sent
| in on or before Wednesday, Both inst.
Jennie Thomas, the colored female who
was disorderly and abusive on the premises
| corner Of York and Hsbersham streets, was
Yesterday in the Police Court fined 50.
The Spanish brig Donna Petronila was
/ cleared Yesterday by Messrs. D. G. Bacon g.
Co. for Barcelona, with $50 pieces re-
sawed lumber, measuring ,240 feet, val
ued at $500.
Lucy Reed, a ADVANTAGEOUS colored fe-
male, was fined 81 in the Police Court yes
terday for the fun Of smashing up the
| furniture in the house Of Joe HUMPHREYS
and cursing him.
Captain Peck. the negro warrior who
chueked a brick through the rear window
of a store on Bay street at the porter, z.
Roberts, colored, was yesterday in the Po-
lice Court fined So.
The Mutual Eleemosynary Association,
an organization of colored men, formed
here some time since for mutual benefit,
Yesterday paid their fourth loss to the
widow of Joseph R. Green.
There will be mnsic and dancing at Isle
OF Hope on Thanksgiving Day, and those
who want to have a pleasant afternoon and
evening will make their arrangements tC
enjoy few hours on the salts.
Yesterday morning a colored woman by
the name of Olsen, while crossing Indian
street lane, near West Broad, was knocked
down by passing wagon and painfully in
iurad. It is stated her collar bone wa
broken.
At one o'clock this morning no informa-
ton could be obtained from the police bar
racks, as only Sergeant was on duty, and
under the extraordinary order in force, he
is prohibited from furnishing any informa-
ton 10 the press.
Macon Telegraph: 'FThere is valuable
letter in the post Office which has been re-
turned from the Dead Letter Office as I'M
claimed. 1t is addressed to Mrs. Mary
Green, Savannah, Ga, and signed Harriet.
The writer can obtain the letter and in
closure by applying to the Postmaster will
proper and satisfactory Identification"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29
CHATHAM sHERIFF's SALE

TTNDER and by virtue of a mortgage H. a
u issued out of Chatham Superior Court
in favor Of No. J. Doyle VS.. VIM. B. COurtenay
trustee ct al, l have levied upon the foll0WiH
described property of the defendant
All that Northern one half part Of that eel
tain Lot or tract Of land situate and lying
the city of Savannah, Chatham county All
State of Georgia, and designated in the plan
said city as Lot Number Four 4) Of (fOrmefI
the village of St. Gaul now Middle 0geJh0p
Ward, the said Northern One-half being boul
edlon the north by Orange street, on the eaa5
lot numoer three 81 of the same ward, on d
south by the southern half of said Lot NumE
Four a. and on the west by st. Gaul stra
and containing (65) sixty-five feet front On Oh
said Orange street and f1fty-six (56) feeE
three 81 inches in depth on the said st O.
street; and of all and singular, the buid2
and improvements on the said northern Oh
half of said Lot Number Four (D,and Of all d
rights, members, privileges, easements 90
appurtenances to the said Northern Oneha
and to the said improvements belongingGh
any wise appertsining.
And I will offer the said above descha
property at public cutlery, before the C0r
House door of Chatham County, in the cT
Savannah, on the FIRST TUESDAY IN SEP
TENDER, 1882, during the legal hours Of saa
to satisfy said mortgage d. ia.
Terms cash. Purchasers paying for titles
JOHN T. ROMAN. Sheriff G. Co
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29

Neck Wear, watch FObss
Sleeve buttons and studs, at LaFar's.-Ad0
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29
rhe STOCK Marker.

There was very little activity in the stock
market yesterday. Central was very weak
onening at % and gradually declined to 90,
closing at 95 bid, aud 951z asked. About
three hundred shares changed hands. There
was marked timidity on the part Of specu-
1.tors abo1it investing, as, notwithstanding
az emDbafic assertions made as to the re-
s s If The meeting Of the directors on the
6tb nrox- there was very little confidence
evInced. The indications are that the mar
LET will remain quiet until the veil is lifted,
the experience OF the past spring restraining
Generators from pIUnging too deep upon the
mere suppOsittOn as to what will De done.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29
EEaaI AntIfes.

CTATE OF GEORGIA, CHATHAM COUNTY,
y tice is given to all persons having aslA.--
against EUGENlA NJ. KER, deceased " y X.
sent them to me, properly made ouL ~.
the time prescribed by law. All pefsss
debted to said deceased are required W.
payment to me.
AUGUST z, 1882. r,Dnry
- ~ -, n ~
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29
The CbIIdren In Summer.

The Sisters OF Charity in charge OF st.
Vincent's Home in Philadelphia have good
deal to do with the disorders Of the children
IN their care. In the hot weather many OF
these poor little ones are attacked by sum T1
mer complaint, cramps and collie. The
Sisters know, from long experience, the
best course to pursue. They find great ad-
vantage in the use Of Perry Davis ram
Killer. They say: owe do not know what
we should have done without It In the many
cases of chill and fever and bowel ana
stomach troubles which we have treateu
with a. To saw that It is an excellent reme-
dy is but family to praise 1t.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29
-. Than New York Cost.

81 so
VIII buy a nice $40 suit at Levy's.-Ad0.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29
N N. V. u. II. z.

Any party solving above conundrum VIII
be literally rewarded with thanks by Appel
Brothers, the popular clothiers, 1853 Congress
street, who, by the way are closing out their
entire stock Of clothing and hats at sacrl-
fee, preparatory to receiving tnelr eAsenslve
If o per cent. on all goods. This slaughter
in prices will continue positively for but two
weeks onlY.--Ad0.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29
Gnneral gnritattotls.

UNDERWORLD friends and acquain-
and of Mr. and Mrs s. f. Spaulding, are re.
spectfully invited to attend the funeral OF
GEORGE UNDERWOOD, son of the former, from
their residence on Reynolds, near South Broad
street, THIS MORNING at 10 O'Clock.
KRAMER. friends and acquaintance OF
Fl. Kramer and E. Hartmann and family are
respectfully invited to attend the funeral OF
AMELIA infant daughter of the former, at 3
O'Clock THIS AFTERNOON, from his residence,
% West Broad, corner Congress street lane.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29
Rase BaII-savannahs VS.. OgIe-

On Thursday next the third and decisive
game for the championship Of the State
will take place between the above named
clubs at the Base Ball Park. 1t is generally
conceded that this will be a close and ex-
citing contest, and the park will undoubt-
edIv be crowded with the lovers Of this
healthy sport.
The savannahs are negotiating with the
UFsthetes," Of Tallahassee, for an early
game to take place here. The former Will
have q practice this afternoon at five O'Clock
on grounds corner Anderson and Abercorn
atrnptE.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29
City Court.

Hon. VIM. D. HARDEN. Judge, presiding.
Court convened at 10 a. m. yesterday
for the trial Of criminal cases, and the fol-
lowing were disposed Of:
State VS.. All. Stephens. Simple larceny.
Plead guilty, and sentenced to six months
on the chain gang.
State VS.. James johnson. Assault and
battery. Continued.
State vs.. Jerry Kelly. Jury trial de-
msnded and case continued.
State VS.. same. Breach of good behavior
Continued u It'll Monday next.
State VS.. J. j. Goldsmith. Settled on pay
ment of costs.
Court adjourned until 10 a. m. Monday
next,
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DESIGNS AND SKETCHES

Morning News Steam Printing House,
Savannah, Georgia.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29
UNITED STATES MARsHAL's SALE

DY virtue of a writ of fieri facias issued %
ID of the United States Circuit Court forth
Northern District of Georgia, in favor q y
plaintiff in the following case: SAMUEL Z
ARMSTRONG VS. ISAAC n. HART, D. !
HART, ISAAC HART, s. g. HART and a. I
HART, said f. ia. now owned and controls
by Mrs. NJ. E. HART, have levied upon. ssae
property Of ISAAC HART. one Of said deta
ants, west half of land lot No 173 and sola
half of land lot No. 147, all in the goth dlsln
of Schley county. Georgia, and will sell "
same at public auction before the Un4
States Custom House, in the city Of SaValn1
Chatham county, and State of Georgia, , o. y
FIRST TUESDAY IN SEPTEMBER MAJ
within the legal hours Of sale
Dated Savannah. Ca, August ), l5s2
JAMES LONGsTREEL
United States Marsha
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29

T. ". @CCAIDIIH51yg
G. NJ. MoCAs,tII.Iais-
Executors estate William j. NO. .-----
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Personal.

Hon. Henry B. Tompkins, Judge of the
Eastern Circuit, who has been in Tennessee
since the adjournment Of the Superior
Court Of Chatham county, returned
~ the city yesterday, in order to
hear some important matters In cham
hers. He IS looking remarkably well
efter the rest from the arduous duties,
which were very heavy at the late term. de
will remain in the city until the present
busfness is disposed Of.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29

Pink gums aud mouth and dazzling teeth
And breath Of balm and lips OF rose
Are found not in this world beneath,
With young or old, save only those
Who ever wisely, while they may,
IIse SoZOpoNT by NIGHT and day.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29
Index 20 New Advertisements,

Noticed. g. Bacon & Co.
Match game Of base ball Thursday.
Two printers and a ruler wanted.
Auction sale by l. D. LaRoche's Sons.
Desirable rooms to rent.
Black and tan terrier lost.
Situation as cook wanted.
Youth wanted In an Office.
Auction sale Of horses, etc.
Thanksgiving day at Isle Of Hope,
Begging and tWine-A. Minis 4 Sons.
Two rooms wanted.
Lunch to-day at The Office.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29
The Forest Cisy Base Ball Club.

From all accounts the above named
newly formed organization Will prove Tor
midable competitors to the older clubs OF
the State. They are working in quiet,
5efermiued manner, aud will present com
6tnation OF the old and new element OF the
Irrational game" which IS again increasing
in popularity. They Will not De ready lOr
actsve practice before next month.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29

Indications Tor the South Atlantic
States to-day; Local rains and partly
cloudy weather, southwest winds, becoming
variable, nearly stationary temperature, and
stationary or slight rise in barometer.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29
Arrival of the r mains OF ur. Mum
ueFIVu.

A telegram was received Yesterday in the
o,t,, stating that the remains Of Mr.. James
Nunnerlyn, whose sad death has been
-..,,,7ced would arrive hers by the Central
5LI,...S fbfs morning from Gainesville.
Ts5 fnaeraI will take place on "Wednesday
~ and the hour and place VIII be
- anrnonneed IN to-mOrrOw's NEWS.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29

HammOcks, HamEnocks,
White and fancy, at LaFar'e.--Adv.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-29

vEooUIsant EXCURSION so Isle OF Hope
me excursion Of the Savannah Volunteer
Guards Band to Isle OF Hope last evening
- partieipated in by goodly number OF
' va ara. as the night was very pleas,
P irt n Is presumed the occasion was wei,
epioyed. The band gave a ssi ie ~ .ha ~
their best music, ana Uu eieui' W '-0''
reputation IS musicians.