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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
A PerilOus Position.

Our Geneva correspondent writes: "a
1eW days since two schoolmasters from
Morzine, Savoyard village near the
Swiss frontier, made an excursion to the
Col de Coux, not far from Champerv. in
the Valais. As they were descending the
mountain, late in the afternoon. thew
tnought they heard cries of distress.
AIter long search they perceived man
holdlng on to bush or small tree, which
had struck Its roots into the face of the
preclplce. AS the precipice was nearly
perpendicular and the man was some
l,SOO feet below them, and the foot of
the preclplce quite as far below him.
they found it impossible to give the
poor fellow any help. All they could
90 was to tell him to stay where he was.
II ne could, until they came back. and
hurry oil to MOrZine for help. Though
1t was night when they arrived thither.
a dozen bold mOuntaineers, eouipped
with ropes, started forthwith for the res
cue. After walk of twelve miles thew
reached the Col de la Golese, but it being
impossible to scale the rocks in the dark
they remained there until the sun rose.
AS soon as there was sufficient light thew
climbed by a roundabout path to the top
of the precipice The man was still
holding on to the bush. Three of the
rescue party, fastened together with
cords, were then lowered to a LEDGE
about six hundred feet below. From
this coign of vantage two of the three
lowered the third to the bush. He found
the man, who had been seated astride mis-
precarious perch a day and night, be-
tween life and death. 1t was a wonder
how he had been able to hold on so long.
for besides suffering from hunger and
cold he had been hurt in the fall from
the height above. He was a reserve man
belonging to Samoens on his wav
thlther from Lausane, where he had been
wors ing, to be present at a muster.
Losing his way on the mountains be-
tween Thonon and Samoens, he had
missed his footing and rolled over the
precipice. He had the presence of mind
to cling to the bush, which broke his falI
but If the two schoolmasters had NOT
heard his cries he must have perished
miserably. Hosting him to the top of
the precipice was difficult and perilous
undertaking, but it was safely accom-
plished. None of the mans hurts were
dangerous, and after long rest and a
nearly meal or two he was pronounced
Mt to continue his journey and report
himself at the muster"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
THE TURF.
YesterdaY - Il aces At Brighton Beach
and Saratoga.

BRIGHTON BEACH, July 28.-The first
race, for all ages, one mile, Jesse James
won, Blue Spring second, Odett third.
Time 1:44%.
The second race, selling allowances,
three quarters o. mile, Hickory Jim won,
Bouncer second, Hotachimie third. Time
1861.
The third race, for all ages, one and one
eighth miles, Joe Murray won. Effie Fl. sec
ond, Bedouin third Time so.
The fourth race, for all ages, one mile.
Traveller won, Rob Roy second, Bee Line
third. Time 1:46
The fifth race, a steenIechase, John T
won, Kingston eecond, Virgil Lear third
Time 2:47%
SARATOGA, July 2S.-The first race, for q
purse Of $3.50, one mile, Springfield won.
Patti second, Minnie d. third. Time :421%
The second race, for purse OF $4OO, for
all ages, one mile and five hundred yards,
Spark won, Square Dance second, Mono
gram third. Time 2:14M.
The third race, for a purse Of $3.50, for
maidens, two-year- olds, three-qusrters of a
mile, Referee won, Lyhon second, Madrigal
third. Time ILL
The fourth race, for a purse of $3.50, for
all ages, three quarters of a mile, Little
Phil won. Iota second, Wspakonita third
Time 1:1515 The winner was bought in at
an advance Of $1,000.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
SENATOR HILL.
The Cancer Doing its Fatal work.

WASHINGTON, July 2s.-An Atlanta dis
patch SAYS: "I1 modern annals there has
not been a death so full of hor-
rors as that which Benjamin Harvey
Hill Is now suffering, nor have
the resignation and Christian philosophy
exhibited been excelled. Slowly dying of
one Of the most losthsome of diseases. he
is yet cheerful, patient and resigned. The
patient is put to sleep every night about
eight O'Clock with ahypodermic injection of
morphine, and does not awake until
eleven O'Clock the following morning
Three grains of morphine are administered
daily, the patient never being allowed
to come thoroughly from under its infu-
enea. His food consists OF milk, into which
the yolks OF eggs have been beaten, and a
little whisky added. About three-quarters
OF this mixture is passed into the patients
stomach every day through a tube, no por-
tton OF the fluid touching his palate The
cancer, for such 1t is acknowledged
to be by all but those who have
not had any connection with the
case, has destroyed all the tissues
OF his throat and mouth, on the left side,
as well as the lower jaw, or submaxilliary
bone. The opening is so large that two or
three fingers pass freely up into the mouth
from below, and the palate can be seen
when the patient is lying down, and one
approaches him from the feet. The outer
carotid artery is exposed, and pulsatiou
is plainly seen. The soft or connective tis-
sue has been eaten away, and only such
tough elastic substances as compose the
walls OF the artery are left intact. What is
left OF the tongue is attached to the right
side by very slender ligament, and con
slant fear is felt that It will become
detached and fall into the PATIENTS
throat when asleep, aud thus end his suffer
ing. While yet sufficient strength exists for
further continuance of the contest with
the dread destroyer, his mouth is kept filed
with absorbent and autiseptic cotton, which
Is frequently changed, as is the dressing on
the outside. No internal remedy is now
given, nor has any been administered since
the abandonment of the French cancer cure.
which consisted in the injection into the
blood OF purified carbonic acid, the
object being to destroy the cancerous
germs IN the blood. The final change,
1t is now thought, will come from sheer ex.
haustion. II morphine treatment was sus-
pended, he would soon sink from the effects
OF pain. Now all that can be done is to
alleviate his suffering and proloug his life
for few days, which, in spite of his terri
BILE condition, he seems to prize more than
those upon which he gained his glory.'
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
BRIEF NEWS SUMMARY.

The great heat of the last few days is
causing an increase in the morality OF Mont
real. There were 200 deaths In that CITY
and It's suburbs last week.
Francis A. Provost, Clerk OF the Supreme
Court of Baltimore, died recently in that
city from injuries received in an attempt to
commit suicide on the Both of May.
The Prohibitionists OF Wisconsin are ar
ranging for the nomination Of Congressman
in all the districts of that State, (which
will considerably complicate matters"
A dispatch from Dublin SAYS Mr.. Francis
Fi'zgeral1, Baron nf the Exchequer, Ire
lar d, has finally resigned that office, owing
to his objection to the duties imposed on
him under the repression bill.
A dispatch from Dublin states that the
weather In Ireland has improved considera-
bly, during the past few days. Though the
potato blight has appeared in badly drained
ground, there is splendid crop in most
parts of the country.
Mrs Mary ThOIey, living in the rear of
$40 Randolph street, Philadelphia, at
tempted to commit suicide recently by tax
ing quantity of bug poison and attempt
ing to cut her throat. There is but little
hope OF her recovery.
The forest fires near Plymouth, Mass,
are still raging, having advanced five miles
in northerly direction. Gangs of men
have been sent from Plymouth o fight the
flames, as the Bloody Pond settlement was
supposed to be in danger.
A notice has been issued from the Post
Office Department stating that from Au-
gust LIST, 1882, postage on letters to Europe
need not be paid in advance; but IL not p lid
mere, double postage will be collected when
they are delivered on the other side.
In the Bass match at Wimbledon, shot at
500, 300 and 1000 yards, under conditions
corresponding to those of the second etsge
of the International match, the following
scores were made: Caldwell, 73; Dods. IS;
Godsall, go; Goodear, IS; Heap, 20; McVlt-
tie, %, aud Parry, 66.
The following msrksmen have been select
ed as members of the British team to come
to America to compete in the rifle match:
Bates, Of the First Warwick; Boulter, of the
Second Cheshire; Caldwell; Deds, Of the
First Berwick; Godsall, Goodear; Heap. OF
the Sixth Lancashire; McVitte; Mellish, of
The Second N it's; Oliver, of the Third
Kent; Parry, Of the Second Cheshire, aud
Major Pearse
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BLOWN TO ATOMS.
A REMARKABLE EXPLOSION.
A Careless Workman Sets OFF a Pow.
der magszIne-A Number stunned
Bag No Lives Lost.

CHICAGO, July 2S.-Last evening, at q
stone quarry on the northwestern outskirts
OF the city, workman took two hundred
pound can Of powder from the magazine
and opened 1t with cold chisel. There
were 2, 800 pounds of powder in the maya
zine. The workman left the door open
and stood close to It while opening the can.
A spark from his cold chisel exploded the
can, blowing the workman out of
Iurtner danger from the explosion of
tne S,oOO pounds remaining 10 the magazine,
winch followed Immediately. The maya.
zlne was blown into fragments SO email that
they cannot be found. and aid no harm
The force of the explosion was Tremendous.
Several people were stunned and some bones
were broken, and great deal of glass was
demolished, but no lives were lost.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
Weather EnnieatlOne.

OFFICE CHIEF SIGNAL OBSERVER, WASH
IEeToE, D. g., July 2S.-Indicstions for
Saturday:
10 the South Atlantic States, increasing
cloudiness. followed by local rains, winds
mostly southwesterly, stationary or lower
temperature and pressure.
In the Middle Atlantic States, partly
cloudy weather, local rains, variable winds,
mostly westerly, stationary or lower tenn
perature, followed by rising barometer.
In the Gulf States, partly cloudy
weather, local rains, variable winds, mostly
southerly, stationary or higher temperature
and stationary pressure.
In Tennessee and the Ohio valley, partly
cloudy weather, with local rains, variable
winds, shifting to northerly, stationary or
lower Temperature and higher pressure.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29

LIVERPOOL, July 28.-This weeks circu-
lar of the Liverpool Cotton Brokers' Asso-
citation says: "Cotton was quiet on Friday
and Saturday. There was increased demand
on Monday. Business since has been unu-
suslly extensive, with an important advance
in some descriptions. For American
there was an active request at a gradual ad-
vance Of "a. to 3-16d. generally, but extra
staple is Nd to "a. higher. For sea island
there was fair inquiry at hardening rates.
Futures were strong, and advanced 9.64d.
for near and 7-64d. to 3-16d. for distant
mOnths
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
THE FREIGHT BLOCKADE.
Mandamus Against the Roads Re.
fused.

New YORK, July 2S.-Judge Haight, in
the Supreme Court to-day, granted a mo-
ton to quash the writs of mandamus
against the Erie and New York Central
Roads to compel them to carry out the
terms Of their franchises. These were test
cases brought TO hasten the end of the long
pending contest between the railroads and
the striking employees. Judge Haight, In
his opinion granting the motion Of c3unsel
for the railroads to Qussh the writs, said
that the grievance was a private one;
that the people had no interests involved,
and that the proper method of procedure
was by civil suit.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
Cotton Futurea In New York

NEW YORK, July 2S.-The Posts cotton
report ssys Culture deliveries opened a
few points off, and after various moderate
fluctuations advanced-for August-5-1OOc.
above Yesterdays closing quotations. Later
months remained 2-100c. to 4-1OOc. below the
highest figures OF yesterday. Il is said that
part OF the cotton that was parted with
yesterday on August notices is being re-
Raceo tSrd Dy OF spot eo5Eon AT the
II &c., September IL 58c. to IL Soc, Oc-
t0ber IL &c, December II 7Sc. to II 77c q,
February IL Ole. to IL OOc., and April
70 24c ~
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
Rreadssufs IN Britain.

grain circular says: 'Grain was quiet, ,owir g
to the decline IN American, and advices of
lsrge shipments thence. Cargoes were de-
pressed and rather easier The various spot
markets were quiet. Foreign whests were
somewhat lower. There was small attend
ance at to days market, with an Indifferent
demand. Wheat receded ID. further. Flour
was slow and somewhat easier. Canadian
peas Woved slightly downward. Corn was
easier, and a small business was done"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
j. FL. ESTILL, PROPRIETOR.

candidates Of two years ago are now shoulder
70 shoulder In supporting Mr.. Stephens His
nomination has done and will do more than
anything else could have done towards
bringing back into the organized DemOcrs cy
those who have, owing to causes named in a
former letter TO the NeICs ana Courier, been
voting outside the ranks for some years. His
letter Of acceptance will contain utterances by
which the Democracy OF Georgia and or the
Union may be wisely guided throughout all
time to come. do not fear to predict that II
the principles and policy that will be promul-
gated in that letter shall be adhered to by the
National Democracy, the day is not far distant
when the Government OF the United States will
be placed in their hands, there 10 remain so
long as these principles and that policy
shall not be departed from. The one
great distinctive difference between Mr..
stephens and N sc other men is
that they are swayed by prejudice and passion.
while he is controlled by reason. Princip le has
been his pole star through life. To il his devO-
ton has been as answering and ardent as was
ever 6heber's for the sun. No storms Of sec
uOnal or party passion, no c'Oud OF personal
pref ldice, no fear Of personal or political hurt
mas ever caused him to lower his gaze from
tnat bright star or falter in following where it
led The device Of the seal of Georgia is a
temple, on the pillars OF which are engraved
Lnese words: Wisdom, Justice, Moderation ,
IN selecting a candidate for Governor the
democracy or Georgia chose the man who,
more than any Other OF her sons, is the EN-
and IN doing so they gave a proof Of their own
wise conservatism that cannot but rebound to
State"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
Failures for the Week.

NEW YORK, July 2S-The failures for the
week reported to New York are one hun
dred and eleven, slight reduction on last
week. The Eastern States furnished eight
cen. the Western thirty-nine, the Southern
nineteen, the Middle twenty-five, the Pa
cifc States and Territories eight and New
York City five. The only failure OF any
note in New York is that OF Wilcox & 20 :,
lard refineIs, with liabilities unsecured Of
about 100000. The probability is that
they will pay in full, half cash, the balance
on time
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
Raae Bon YesIerdar.

PHILADELPHIA -Louisvllles 3, Merritts 6.
NEW YoRK.-Philadelphias 5, Metropoll-
tans 0.
DETRoTT.-Detroits 3, Chicagos 2. Fifteen
innings.
NoE.-Providence z, Troys
BUFFALo.-Bnffalos 9, Clevelands g.
Worcesters IL, Bostons Ii j.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29

WASHINGTON, July 2S The Department
OF Justice has been informed by the United
States Attorney for the Western Districs OF
Texas that he has filed motions to set aside
orders Of court, approving the accounts of
tue late United States Marshal, Stilwell w.
Russell, on the ground of fraud. The Dis
trict Attorney also reports that Russell will
be tried on five separate indictments at the
next term of court, for presentation of
fraudulent accounts, discovered In a per-
sonal investigation by one of the account
ing officers OF the Treasury.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29

That is where the boys climbed when they
wanted a lot Of green pears. They got the
pears, and ate a prOdigiOus supper of them.
Then at night they got all tied up ia knots
and had awful cramps and pains. They
wanted TO keep II secret from the old
schOOlmsster, but they cried so, and made
such noise that he came in about mid
night TO sac what was the mater. He fortu
Da ely had PERRY DAVIS PAIN KILLER In
his closet, Tor he Was a Wiss man, who
knew there was no use OF trying to run q
boarding-schoOl without keeping g supply
Of this remedy on hand, By morning the
bows troubles were over. But the old man
told the m not 70 20 "over she garden wall''
on such an errand again.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
CHARGED WITH FORGERY.
A virginia Politician In Trouble

RICHMOND. July 2S.-A warrant was Issued
some days ago by United States Commits
sioner Peasants for the arrest of John K
Popham, until recently Clerk of the United
s ates District Court here, on the charge OF
forgery and embezzlement. The warrant
was placed in the hands of United States
Marshal r. P. Hughes, but was returned by
him yesterday uuexecuted, Popham having
no domicile, owing to his removal some
months ago to Washington, where he
also held the position of Superinten-
dent of the folding room of the
House OF Representa- ives. The warrant was
therefore forwarded to United States Dis
trict Attorney Corkhill for execution. Pop
ham is charged with forging the name OF
Judge r. W. Hughes, OF the United States
Districs Court, in the matter of several
bankruptcy cases, thereby unlawfully OBJ
tanning about 50, 100 in money and ap
propriating it to his own use.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
A nefanI,er surrender.

DETROIT, MICH, July 2S.-Frank Bige-
low, formerly receiving teller OF the Ma
tional Bank Of the Republic at Washington,
was arrested this morning at Port Huron.
He absconded on June 2Sd, and Is alleged
to be short In his accounts 25,OOO. A re-
ward of s., 900 had been offered for his cap
ture. He was in Canada, and virtually gave
himself up, saying that be was tired OF being
hunted from place to place.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
INTO THE FOLD.
WaYerOAs Sunday School ConVen-
ton.

WAYCRoss, GA, July 28.-The Waycross
Sunday School Convention convenes here
tomorrow. Large and enthusiastic dele
cations of workers are arriving by every
train. 1t bids fair to be one of the largest
and best meetings OF the kind ever held in
this section of the State.
TIE Wsycross Cornet Band, with the
Sunday schools and citizens, turned out to-
day en- nlGSse to welcome SsvanDah's repre-
sentahves. The orphans from the Savan-
nah Female Orphan Asylum were beauti-
fully welcomed. Governor Colqutt is TO
arrive by the morning train. A memorable
meeting is Anticipated
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
SILK MIN Rurned.

NEW YORK, July 2S.-The silk mill of
Paucebard & Co, IN North Bergen, Hudson
county, New jersey, was burned last night,
with the machinery, stock and several
dwellings adjoining. The fire was Of incen
diary origin. The loss is between $50, 900
and $lOOO Five hundred han0s are
thrown out Of employment.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29

LONDON, July 2S-The race for the Chi
chester stakes (handicap) at the Goodwood
meeting to day was won by Prince Solty-
koff's four year-old brown colt scobell, Sir
g. CheYenewick's three -year-old chestnut
colt Magician second and the Duke OF Port
lands four-year-old brown filly Atalants
third. Ten ran, including Keene's three
year-Old bav colt Golden Gate.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
IMPORTANT DECISION.
Louisville and Nashville Property
In Florida Liable so Taxation.

TALLAHASSEE, FLA, July 2S.-lu the
case of Manuel Palmes VS.. the Louisville
and Nashville Railroad Company, the su-
preme Court to-day decided that the prop
erty of the railroad companies in this State
was liable to taxation. This subjects at
least 5000, 900 worth Of property to taSa-
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
ANNA PARNELL.
Seized with Brain Fever.

DUBLIN, July 28-Miss Anna Parnell is
dangerously Ill Of brain fever, brought on
by the news OF the sudden death of her sis
ter Fanny last week. She does not recog-
nize anyone. The doctors entertain slight
hopes OF her recovery. Charles s. Psrnell,
her brother, has been telegraphed for.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
The Hlll.daIe." " withdraw.

LONDON, July 28.-The Hllsdale crew
have withdrawn their entry for the Barnes
snd MOrtlake regatta on account of the
Thames and London crews refusing to row.
The committee of the regatta has not
changed its decision in regard to the &C
cep' ance OF the Hillsdales' entry, and would
have started "scratch " crew: but the
Htllsdales preferred to withdraw.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29

LONDON, July 28-In Mincing Lane the
market are quiet and steady except for corn,
for which the demand is limited Coffee at
auction sells freely at full prices to two
shillings advance. Fine teais slightly lower.
Rice is eteAdV
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
The GsIIows tn KemtuckY.

CINCINNATI, July 2S.-A special from
Lexington, KY, to the Times Star says:
Isaac Turner, colored, was hanged here
this morning for numbering another colored
man In June OF last year. The execution
Gently and In order"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29

LONDON, July 28-The Manchester Guar
dian in its commercial article says: 'There
is more OF a demand at previous low prices,
but II is not strong enough to enable sellers
to secure an advance"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29

Physicians say it combines all the deside-
rata of every ferruginous tonic prescribed
by every school OF medicine. Browns Iron
Bitters.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29

DOn't Die IN the House.
Rough on Rats" Clears out rats, mice.
reaches. bed-bugs, flies, ants, moles. chip
munks, gophers. l5c
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29

More universally recommended than any
proprietary medicine made. sure and re-
liable tonic, Browns iron Bitters.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
ANECDOTES OF SKOBELOFF.

Stories About his Personal Valor
and DarIDg-His Unique Place
Among Russian GenerAIs-An Idol
of his Men-HIs Experience WfIh
the KhOkandIans-A ConspIcuOus
Figure.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
ENGLAND AND EGYPT.
ANOTHER RUSE OF ARABrs.

A Report That he Ia willing 10 Sur.
rsnder-The Porte VANS the Eng
hsh 10 WithdrAW-The BrI Ish
Preparations tH Go On-PraISe for
the American Marines and sailors
French Officers Charged with
Double Dealing.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-07-29
COTTON.
Total Receipts at all POIuta since
september.

NEW YORK, July 28.-The following are
the total net receipts of cotton at all ports
since September l, 1881: