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The Delaware ledger., 1883-09-01
The Worm Turns,

From the sterner sex and from the
stener members of her own sex poor
defenseless woman has received an enOr.
nous amount of reviling for her eorsets,
her high heels, her bustles, her tight
shoes and the thousand and one other
things which she imagines make her
more charming. All this she has en-
dured up to the present, and with saint
ly patience but, at last, even the worm
brought to bay will turn and reHd his
accusers. And the peculiar thing about
1t is that she seems to have some reason
on her side. She tells her critics TO re-
move first the beam from their own
eyes, and they will be better qualified
to Judge of the size of the mote which
Is obscuring their sisters vision. Her
first point of attack is the starched
shirt front. This we surrender at once.
And so on until we are reduced almost
to the condition which Eve succeeded
in making improper for Adam to appear
in on the day when that wretehed
couple indulged too unrestrainedly in a
vegetation deit. Then 1t was that
women first provoked the dress discus
sion, and 1t has remained with her a
fruitful topic ever since. Up to that
time there was no question as to what
was and what was not ''ratioRal'' dress
But Eve listened to the Worth of her
day, and here we are, after centuries of
evolution, each sex weari g fashion
of fg-leaf which the other knows to be
ridiculous, and yet are no nearer solu-
tton Of the vexed problem than were
our unworthy progenitors ON that No
yember afternoon:wheA they were evicted
from the Garden of Eden. Is there NO
compromise possible ? If we yield
points on our eide, will our daughters,
wives and sisters me 9t us half way
viii the abandonment of the high hat
purchase abstinence from the flower
and feather-trimmed monstrosities
which furnish the milliners luxurious
existence Will the giving up Of
starched collars, cuffs and shirt fronts
gain the abolition of an equal number
of starched skirts and lace-trimmed
petticoatsp VIII our return to san
dals mean death to French heels ? Will
Our absolute desertion of BARRIERS secure
temperance in the use of rice-powdel
and arsenic solutions ? When these
questions are answered in the affirma.
tive we will give in our allegiance to the
new order of things, but until they are
we shall cling manfully to the right tc
incase our bodies in stiffened linen ant
torture ourselves in any other way VIZ
may see fit.
The Delaware ledger., 1883-09-01
The New Chinese Corvette.
Startling Effect of q Yolley From
Her Decks Upon Herself.

Startling Effect of yolIey From
Her Decks Upon Herself.
Though the Chinese corvette, the
Ting Yuen, has been built at a German
port, she seems 10 have been constructed
ON strict Chinese principles. One Of the'
chief features of the vessel is that every
time her guns are fired some consider
able injury is done TO herself,
At the first discharge Of one " the
Krupp guns we are told that 'the effect
produced was considerable. Skylighta
and windows were smashed, smoke
stack was snapped in two, thick iron
rail Uu the bridge was wrenched from
its place, furniture was shattered to
pieces (which the gentlemen could put
in their pockets and carry away will
them as mementoes Of the occasion, y
and, last and not least, an eruption Of
Goals from the bunkers appeared on deck
One might suppose that this was quite
enough to show the power Of the gum
and the construction Of the vessel
But no. The scratch crew from TN
German Navy" having sem what tn
guns could do singly, determined t
inow what they would do when fire.
all together. Accordingly, after cleal
ing tie tmrets of everybody except on
man who was to fire the guns, they trie
volley. The effect was tremendous
the whole vessel being ntarly reduce
10 that condition in which gentleme
could have put it in their pockets an
carried it away as memento OF IL
occasion. The Chinese will always hay
the satisfaction of knowing that if it
ever taken 10y the enemy it will prov
very dangerous to its captors. Is
built Oh German or Chinese principles
The Delaware ledger., 1883-09-01
NUMBER 81.

As DIR. Packard and myself were one
morning walking along by house he
said to me-
''There, wish you would go and talk
with that chunk of a boy, who stands by
the fence yonder."
did so as faithfully as 1 could. l of
course did not suppose that should see
or hear of the boy again.
Some years ago stranger passed
through Princeton, and called at my
study. He said.
"You are DR.. Alexander do you
remember that you spent a few weeks
in Shelbourne, Mass, many years
ago ?''
81 do" said l.
''Do you remember, DIR. Packard
asked you one morning to talk with a
chunk of a boy that stood by the
fence ?"
"Why," said 1, "the circumstances
had long been forgotten, but now re-
call it to mind.''
'"Tbat chunk of boy was myself.
The words which you spoke to me
were blessed to my spiritual good. 1
date my religious life back to that
time"
The chunk of boy who, as a man,
thus confessed that his religious life
was due to an apparently Undersigned con-
versation, became one of the most dis
tinguished ministers of the Presbyterian
church in the United States.
Thus slight are the means which
are often used for the accomplish
ment of great results in the kingdom
of God.
"Cast thy bread upon the waters.''
The Delaware ledger., 1883-09-01
How to look Stunning.

Handkerchiefs are now made to
match each toilet.
Ruflles of lace are again worn in the
sleeves.
Silver spider pins are now placed on
the toes of slippers.
English Balbriggans are the favorite
colored hosiery for summer.
Most of the white dresses for morning
wear are made with baby waists and
sash backs.
The newest parasols have five divi-
sions, cut out about the edges in deep
triangles instead of the usual curves.
Demi-toilets are made of black faille
they are quiet and elegant looking,
always appropriate, and wear as well as
alpaca,
Little gypsy hats of dark blue or deer
yellow straw, trimmed with a cluster OF
wild flowers, are very pretty for morn
ing wear.
Low shoes tied across the instep art
more used this season than they have
ever been, because of the fancy fol
black stockings.
The fashions of the day vary so thai
almost any dress is fashionable if it fit
well, has tight sleeves, and drapes bacl
quite tightly.
The Delaware ledger., 1883-09-01
THE TRAILING ARBUTUs.

| wandered lonely where the pine trees made
Against the East their barricade
And, guided by its sweet
Perfume found within II narrow dell
The trailing Spring flower. tinted like a
she'll,
Amid dry leaves and moses at my feet.
From under dead boughs. for whose loss the
pines
Moaned cesseless overhead, the blossoming
vines
Lifted their glad surprise,
While yet the bluebird smoothed in leahess
trees
His feathers rufiled by the chill sea breeze,
And snowdrifls fingered under April
skies
As, pausing DER the lonely flower l bent
1 thought Of lives thus lowly, clogged and
pent,
Which yet find room,
Through care and cumber, coldness and
decay,
To lend a sweetness to the ungenial day
And make the sad earth happier for
their bloom.
The Delaware ledger., 1883-09-01
Unreasonable.

There are people who become very
angry when anything appears in a paper
which re fleets upon them. TAeY then
go for the editor without mercy, and no
epiihets are too mean 10 describe him.
We know of just such fellows, and we
know too when they were armed with
scurrillous articles wherein their
neighbors were abused nnsparingiy.
We consider people of that make mean
I'D unreasonable, and past any serioni
Metice in reference to what they may
~. The man that is unwilling % takf
p&%h his turn comes should never give
The Delaware ledger., 1883-09-01
II wasn't Hal,s voice.

1t wasn't Halls voice.
Truth canght quick breath as that
strange yet familiar voice went on
"Are you sure that you love me,
Truthie, darling ? Because | hold you
so dear l cannot be trihed with again.
''Neil ~
"Yes.o
"I-Iam all in the dark l'' stammered
Truth, trying to free herself.
But the gentle arms held her yet
more firmly.
$50 am ], unless you say once more
those precious words" ,s
'Say-I love you, Neil p"
1t was very dark, else Truth, blush
ing to the roots of her golden hair,
could never have said them.
But very sincere sounded the sweet
voice
81 love you, Neil !" ~
"My darling ~ i.tu|
There was no doubt or mistrust to
make his voice cold now, and Truthie
nestled in those sheltering arms in a
delicious happiness.
'But Neil," she whispered at last,
''whom did l see with Maude Myrtle ?"
''Hal, suspect. He loves her to
distraction. They met at the assembly
balls, last winter, and he visited her at
my sisters when she was in town. They
have been in correspondence all sum-
mer, but Hal wasn't sure of Maud-she
is such an uncommon nice girl and has
so many lovers-snd begged me to get
him a chance this evening to speak
with her alone. He came down here,
and brought Maud down, and as soon
as we appeared he popped out of the
arbor and popped in. Iguessed how
it would be when they strolled away,
but never dreamed of the little girl
who had given me such a heartache
rushing in here and making me her
father-confessor."
His hand rested tenderly on her
golden head.
"Oh, Neil, she sighed, "arep't you
glad that it was dark P''
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1883-04-07

The work Of helping the orphans goes
bravely on, and every night is swelling
the sum 70 give to the homeless little ones
lwho. like the poor, will ever be with us, J
a shelter from the cold worlds charity. At
the ssPogOdas." which seems the accepted
description for the beautiful table and
lemonade stand Of Mrs. McDOnOugh and
Miss Robinson. the chances are being
gathered rapidly. \ most elegant steel
engraving Of the Ecce Homo, beautifully
frosted fitting pitcher and most elaborate
tea set are among the elegant articles at
the "PagOda". The excursion ticket to
New York is to 90 of on a jO-cent chance.
At the orphans table, in charge of Mrs.
O'DOnOghue, the beyy Of workers were
kept delightfully."- busy, though there were
no rafiles last evening. \ beautiful and
chaste little OratOry on this table attracts
much admiration, and the fine gold watch
is much coveted. The childTen's interest is
much aroused as TO who will be the most
nonular little girl to receive the talking
doll.
It. Patrick's table Mrs. Connolly and
Mrs. FOgarty) has thanks to return TO Mr..
Perliuski. Mr.. Burke and Mrs. Charles
Collins for handsome donations. There
are on this table. among other handsome
and costly articles. an elegant pitcher of
Japan-ware, a very elaborate photograph
album. and lamp, deserving notice. A
morocco cigar-case, filed with cigars,
was won by Mr.. Joe p. Collins.
The tables of Mrs. Blum and Mrs. Read
are doing a thriving business, and the
books for the array Of articles are filling.
The handsome chamber ground of blue
with roses. a gentleman's silk draping
gown. the ebony case and French clock,
are specially noticeable for being unusu-
ally handsome and costly.
The warm night made an exceedingly
brisk business at the ice cream stand.
where creams and charlotte russes went
s'like hot cakes. The supper table pre-
scented shrimp salad, fish, fish chOwder
and a dainty array 10 tempt the most
reluctant annette.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1883-04-07

Temperance Workers Celebrate Their
Anniversary.

Anniversary.
The anniversary meeting of the
woman's Christian Temperance Union
was held yesterday afternoon at the lee
ture room of the Independent Presby-
terrain Church, and was opened by the
President with scriptural reading and
prayer. The reports of the President and
Treasurer were read, after which an cleo
ton of officers took place, with the follow
ing result:
President-Mrs. Richard Webb.
Vice Presidents-Mrs. ". c. Jackson,
Mrs. H. C. Barrows, Mrs. W. E. Dupont,
Mrs. NJ. L. Wilbur, and Mrs. j. Z. Morris.
Treasurer-Mrs. W. B. Nell.
Corresponding Secretary-Miss L.
Miller.
Recording Secretary-Miss L. Harris.
Fourteen public meetings were reported
as having been held during the year, ana
the President said that she felt called
upon to thank God and take courage, Tor
she perceived n decided advance OF inter-
est in the temperance cause, and that
they had gathered around them to-day
band of workers that promised good re-
suits for the year 10 come, and IN pursu-
ance of the plan Of the National Wo-
mans Christian Temperance Union she
appointed nine standing committees for
as many different branches Of work. Mrs.
L. Lord was appointed superintendent of
Gospel Temperance Work, after which
a Young Woman's Christian Temper
ance Union was organized, with Mrs. W.
c.. Jackson as President; Miss l..
Mallette. Secretary; Miss J. Dasher,
Treasurer, and Miss n. Hazen, Cores
pOnding Secretary. 4 short discussion
then took place relative to the Juvenile
Temperance Society, or Cadets of Tenn
perance, lately formed. The doxolOgy was
then sung and the meeting adjourned.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1883-04-07
sentenced to the Penitentiary.

Thomas Green, colored, was tried yes
terday in the Superior Court for the muir
der of an old colOred man named Gabriel
Brown, who was killed in this city on
River street, near West Broad, on the 9th
of April, 1892. The jury was COM
posed of gentlemen of well
known intelligence, and the testi-
mony was very strong against the priso-
ner, and showed cOnclusiyely that he was
the author of the death of Brown. The
jury was charged by the court and retired
about 1 O'Clock. They reached a verdict
in a few minutes, and found the de-
PENDANT guilty of involuntary man.
slaughter in the commission of
an unlawful act. The penalty for this
crime is Imprisonment in the penitentiary
for term of not less than one nor more
than three years. Judge Adams, in pass
ing sentence, signified regret that the law
does not impose more severe penalty for
the crime of which the prisoner was adj
judged guilty by the jury, and concluded
by sentencing Green to the penitentiary
for the term of three years.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1883-04-07
In Recognition of hi services

In recognition of his services in behalf
of the rice interests of Georgia and the
South, the Savannah Rice Planters AS
sociation have presented to Hon. Emory
Spear. of Atlanta, testimonial of their
appreciation. The resolution reads:
SAVANNAH, March 80, 1888.
Hon. Emory Speer:
DEAR SIR-At the annual meeting of
the Savannah Rice Planters Association,
the following resolution was unanimously
passed:
ReSOIred, That the members of the as
ISOLATION respectfully tender to the Hon.
Emory Speer their most grateful acknOwl-
edgment for services specially rendered
in the Committee of Ways and Means,
and also i'm the House of Representatives
of the United States, in behalf of the rice
industry of the State of Georgia, and the
South at large. Very respectfully,
RAUL L. HASKELL,
Secretary.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1883-04-07
Men. Youths and Bows, Attention!


We are prepared for the season with
the most complete stock of Custom Made
Clothing for men, youths and boys ever
displayed in the city. Our success in the
past assures us that we have catered to
the demands and tastes Of the public.
Selecting our large stock from the best
manufacturing houses in the country,
we are determined to give our patrons
such advantages in the variety Of styles,
elegant and well made custom clothing
and reasonable prices as TO merit your
further encouragement and patronage.
Our stock of Furnishing Goods and Hats
for the season comprise the neatest line
of novelties the market displays. We
make a speciality of the celebrated Acme
Reinforced Shirt, in three grades, respec-
lively, 81, 81 % and 81 80. For quality,
fit and durability it has no equal. Ex-
anime our goods and prices before you
purchase elsewhere. Remember our goods
are warranted, our selections the most
complete, our statesmen gentlemanly, our
ambition to satisfy, our prices the lowest.
We take pleasure in showing our goods,
We solicit your patronage.
ABRAHAMs & BIRNBAUM,
Adr. 15S Broughton street, Savannah, Ga.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1883-04-07
A MIDNIGHT BLAZE.
Fire on Bolton Street-FOur Families
HouseIesS.

Fire on Bolton Street-FOur Families
HouseIess.
This morning, at twenty minutes after
one O'Clock, an alarm of fire was sounded
from box %, the freight department of the
Savannah, Florida and Western Railway,
which was prompted by the discovery Of
flames issuing, apparently, on the southern
extremity of the railroad yard. The Fire
Department responded promptly, but, as
the fire was located in a row of wooden
buildings, on the south side of Bolton
street and east of the Savannah,
Florida and Western Railway track, some
fifteen hundred feet or more from the
nearest plug, the firemen could render no
service, and in about three-quarters of an
hour four frame dwellings were wholly
destroyed. The origin of the fire was not
ascertained.
The houses were occupied by four col
Ored men-Henry Stiles, Charles Ebbs,
Mat wilkins and Ned Miller, respective
ly-and their families, who lost the greater
portion Of their household effects. Three
of the buildings were One-stOry struc-
lures, the other, occupied and owned by
Charles Ebbs, being two-stOry building,
and said to be insured, but i'll what COM
pany was not reported.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1883-04-07

The uniform scale of prices, the elegance
of cuisine, the comfortable, clearly and
home-like appearance of apartments, have
placed this popular hotel among the most
prominent of the South, which reflects
great credit on its manager, who leaves
nothing undone to enhance the comfort OF
its numerous patrons.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1883-04-07
chatham srperior Court.

Hon. A. p. ADAMS, Judge, presiding.
This court met yesterday morning at 10
O'Clock, when the following, mentioned
proceedings were had:
State VS.. Thomas Green. Murder. Yer
diet of guilty Ofinyoluntary manslaughter
in the commission of an unlawful act, and
prisoner sentenced to serve a term of
three years in the penitentiary.
f. A. SchwarZ VS.. w. b. Terrell and
Jane Terrell, claimant. Claim. A jury
was empaneled, but before hearing testi-
mOny the parties to the case agreed upon
settlement, whereupOn the case was
withdrawn from the consideration of the
Jury and marked settled.
The court then adjourned until this
morning at 10 o'clock, when motion and
certiorari cases will be heard.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1883-04-07
Honest Old Tim.

GORHAM, \. H., july Il, 1879.
GENTS: Whoever you are don't know; but
| thank the Lord, and feel grateful to you to
cines there is one compound that proves and
does all that it advertises to do, and more.
Four years ago / had a slight shock of the
palsy, which unnerved me to tuch an extent
that the least excitement would make me
shake like the ague. Last May / was induced
to try Hop Bitters. / used one bottle. but did
nerves that they are now as steady as thew
ever were. 1t used to take both hands to
write. but now my good right hand writes
this. Now, if you continue to manufacture as
honest and good an article as you do, you will
accumulate an honest for une, and confer the
greatest blessing on your fellow men that was
ever conferred on mankind. TIN BURCH.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1883-04-07
Entertaining Their Friends-An Enjoy
able 4 fYafr

Mr.. II. Fraser Grant, the President, and
Mr.. Vim. b. Stillwell, Vice President
elect Of the Savannah Naval Stores Ex-
change, gave a champagne lunch TO the
members Of that association and other
friends Yesterday morning. The attend
ance was, as usual on such occasions.
quite large, and coming as it did, between
the hours of IL a. m. and , p. m, was
highly appreciated. Messrs. Grant and
StiIlweu were congratulated on the honor
able positions 10 which they have been
elevated. and many nice things were said
by those who participated in the gather
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1883-04-07
Hen znurrttsrmrnts.
A Voice from the People.
THE GREATEST CURATIVE Sue
CESS OF THE AGE.

No medicine introduced to the public has
ever met with the success accorded to Hop
Bitters. It stands to-day. the best known
curativeEarticle in the world. Its marvellous
renown is not due to the advertising 1t has
received. 1t is famous by reason of its inhe-
rent virtues. 1t does all that is claimed for
it. 1t is the most powerful, speedy and eff
fective agent known for the building up of
debilitated systems and general family medi-
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1883-04-07

Have now in store a rare and novel as
sortment of the latest importation OF
French Millinery, embracing all the nov
elites in Hats and Bonnets for ladies and
children. French Flowers, Feathers, Rib.
hons and Silks. A full assortment OF
White Goods, Black Grenadine Silks,
Cashmere, Bunting, Ruching, Hosiery,
Gloves and COrsets. Many new and beau
tiful novelties will be placed in store
this week. II. G. Houston, 149 Brough-
ton street.-Adr.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1883-04-07
The Last ola Merry Round.

The B. is. c. Club gave their last hop
Of the season at Metropolitan Hall last
night. 1t was attended by a select COM
pany, as the b. I. hops have always been.
private invitations being extended to in
innate friends Of the club only. The COM
lnittee deserve great credit for their good
management and the success which they
ALWAYS sustained. At u O'clock a fine
lunch was spread, and dancing was kept
mn until a late hour.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1883-04-07

First Presbyterian Church, Monterey
square, Rev. Thos. VI. Boyd pastor
Services Sunday morning at IL O'Clock
and 500 p. M. by the pastor. Sabbath
school at p. IN. Prayer meeting Thurs
day evening, at 500.
Trinity Methodist Church. corner Of
BARNARD and President streets. Rev. J. ..
Branch, notwithstanding tomorrow at
II a. IN. and p. m. by Rev. Sam p. Jones.
There viii be a service for men exclu-
sively az p. m, preaching by Rev. sam
=. Jones.
The First New Church Society meet in
Metropolitan Hall at II O'Clock a. m. Mr..
Z. o. Hinklev. OF Baltimore, will deliver
a lecture. Subject-The nationality Of
the true Christian religion. The public
are respectfully invited.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1883-04-07


This is to let the people know that |. Anna
Maria Krider, wife of Tobias Krider. am now
past seventy -four years of age. My health
has been very bad for many years past. |
was troubled with weakness, bad cough, dys-
pepsa, great debility and constipation of the
bowels. / was so miserable / could eat no
thing. l heard of Hop Bitters and was re-
solved TO try them. / have only used three
bottles, and / feel wonderful good. well and
strong again. My bowels are regular, my APP
petite good, and cough gone. / think it my
duty to let the people know how bad was
and what the medicine has done for me, so
they can cure themselves with it.
My wife was troubled for years with
blotches, moth patches, freckles and pimples
on her face, which nearly annoyed the life out
of her She spent many dollars on the thou
sand infallable % cures, with nothing but in
furious effects. A lady friend of Syracuse, n.
Y. who had had similar experience and had
been cured with Hop Bitters, induced her to
try it. One bottle has made her face as
smooth, fair and soft as a child's, and given
her such health that it seems almost a
miracle.
A MEMBER OF CANADIAN PARLIAMENT.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1883-04-07

The Spanish bark Maria, from Havana
in ballast, which was blown ashore at the
Quarantine Station near Tybee during the
gale on the 18th ult., and tOwed up to the
CITY. has been surveyed and condemned
70 be sold. This bark was consigned TO
Mr.. r. B. Reppard, and was to have loaded
with a cargo Of lumber for Barcelona.
Before she arrived up to the city she met
with the misfortune referred to.