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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24
Mr.. Hewitt aud the O'Donneu Res
OlutiOn.

OiUIlOn.
NJ. Perry Belmont gets his name be-
fore the public quite often, not by doing
anything important or praiseworthy, but
by criticising what others do. In the
Forty-seventh Congress he gained good
deal Of notorety by his attack on Blaine
in the Shjpperd matter, and now he is be-
fore the public again quite prominently
as the man who started the story that Mr..
Hewitt, after Offering the O'DOnnell resO-
luton. rushed of to the British Minister,
Mr.. West, and apolOgized for his act. I'm
fortunately for Mr.. Hewitt, there was
just enough truth in the story to give it a
foundation. AIr. Hewitt, according TO
Mr.. West, did not apologize, but simply
explained that he had offered the resOlu-
ton to anticipate others that would not
have been so considerable. 1t is not exactly
clear why Mr.. Hewitt went to Mr..
West about the matter at all. he seems
to have thought that his part in it needed
some explanation. 1t does not appear to
have occurred to him that as the House
passed the resolution no explanation was
needed, and none could be made that
would not lower the dignity of the
House and lessen the Importance
OF the resolution. Mr.. Hewitt
showed a great want of judgment,
particularly for a man who aspires to the
Presidency. If blunders continue to be
made in our foreign affairs Mr.. Belmont
may come to be considered a man of i'm
portance if he pursues the policy of criti-
he appears to have adopted. 1t
is possible to achieve a reputa-
ton by calling attention to the mistakes
of others. Mr.. Hewitt must have cut a
sorry figure while submitting to a lecture
from Mr.. Belmont before the Foreign AT
fairs Committee last Thursday.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24
Florida Politics.

There doesn't appear to be so much of
a stir in State politics in Florida as there
was few weeks ago. There are plenty
of gubernatorial candidates, but no one of
them appears to be the favorite. 1t is
admitted that the Democratic party
hasn't a very large majority of the voters,
but there appears to be no doubt among
the Democratic leaders that it has
majority. A vigorous effort is undOubted-
ly to be made this year to wrest the
control of the State from the Democrats
This effort, however, will be met by one
equally vigorous. There is one thing that
the Florida Democrats ought to keep In
mind. 1t is, that faction fights are full Of
danger for them. They can win if they
will stand together and act harmonOusIy.
The candidate selected for Governor
should be man who enjoys the conf
dence of the party in all parts Of the
State. Attention should not be given so
much to honoring the claims of any par
ticular section of the State as to selecting
a man Of ability, integrity, and skill as a
political leader. The Republicans threat
en- to support an Independent
candidate for Governor. That is their
privilege. Independent candidates, how
ever, are seldom successful. If the Demo-
Gratis make good ticket the number of
independent Democrats will not he so
large as to cause the least uneasiness.
The number Of Republicans who will re-
fuse or neglect to support an Independent
will Outnumber the Independent Demo-
Gratis. Florida is one of the Southern
States which the national Republican
party hopes to carry. 1t may be that
money aod canvassers will be sent there
by that party during the coming cam
paign. If the Democrats act wisely, Wig
Orously and harmOniously they cannot be
beaten by Republican tactics and Repub-
lican money combined.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24
A GHOST RULES THE TOWN.
A Community Frightened at the Prank
of Wandering spirit.

Community Frightened at the Franks
of u Wandering spirit.
Pc ople living in the neighbOrhood of
Livingston avenue and New street, says
a New Brunswick, n. j., special to the
New York World, are greatly excited
over the antics and ft0iies Of ghost or
spook which makes an appearance near
the corner of those streets every night.
The people are afraid to venture in the
streets after DARK, although the uncanny
prOmenader has never attempted any out
rage. According to different persons the
spOOk has appeared in different shapes
and sizes, and under different circum-
stances. One man whom the reporter
spoke to declared that he was walking
along Livingston avenue one evening
after dare, when, without any warning,
the ghost tapped him on the shoulder.
He got but glance at it, as it
Immediately disappeared through
the sidewalk. AT first he believed
that some one was playing a practical
joke on him and he inspected the side
walks and surroundings. The investiga-
ton was apparently not satisfactory, as
he declared that no amount Of money
would tempt him to again walk near the
tramping ground of the spirit. A little
girl has reported that while walking along
New street the ghost appeared in the
form of large Newfoundland dog, which
addressed her in human voice. She adj
mits she was afraid and ran away, but
declares that she looked back and saw the
apparition disappear through the walk.
The place where the ghost has been seen
to disappear has been inspected and no
place has been discovered that would
form a suitable hiding place for even a
dog. Everybody is excited over it and all
reports agree that no matter what the
thing may be it has the power to disap-
pear at will, and the inhabitants OF the
surrounding neighbOrhOcd are convinced
that it is q spirit from the grave.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24
"Thc Discovery of America by the
Irish"


Early next month, if nothing unforeseen
prevents, Prof. Edward Cantwell will de-
liver lecture for the benefit of the fund
of the Jasper Monument Association, the
title of which is the 9 Discovery of Amer
lea by the Irish" The subject is one
which at the first glance will create the
impression that it is of serio-comic
character. 1t is not, however, of that
class, but one of deep historic interest.
Irish historians relate the departure of
number of brave Celts in the ninth CEN
fury for iceland, but the traditions of the
Mortimer give no account of their arrival
at that ice-bound island. The investi-
cations of psychologists have traced the
little band of navigators to the stormy
shores Of the Northern Carolina, and even
the spot at which they landed is almost
marked by comparative data. The ira
ditiOns Of the Indians, as handed down to
us from early colonial days, support this
theory. The Tuscaroras, the most intelll-
gent and warlike, and at the same time
most civilized of the red men Of those
DAYS, are said to be the descendants of
those venturesOme Irishmen who were
driven by adverse winds so far from their
green isle. The Tuscaroras, differing
from other aboriginals, who pointed to
the West as the place from whence they
came, claimed that their ancestors came
across the blue ocean or sprang from
the sea. These Tuscarora Indians, it is
said, were of lighter color, and some OF
them had blue eyes. They were SUI
perlor in physique to the ordinary Indian,
as they were in intelligence, being en-
dowed with advantages of the civilization
which had reached Western Europe be-
fore their supposed progenltors left its
shores. The subject of this early settle
ment Of America is full of interesting
facts, and lecture on it will be treat to
all who are fond Of the delightful inter-
mixture ofhistory, tradition and romance.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24
BRIGHT BITS.

WHEN a man is shot can he be said to be
having bulet-tlme?
WELL, that's wheati'' exclaimed the farmer,
on getting 60 bushels to the acre.-N. Y. Com
1aercidE Ad5ertiser.
THE Burlington Hdtokeye man says that
powder is like money. It's awfully hard to
hold after it begins to 60"
MANCHESTER On. II. man found eighty
nine shoe nails in chickens gizzard. The
result Of frequent ''shoOing," probably
Boston Star.
AS the stern parent stood with whip in
his hand, he remarked: "l'll teach you.
Henry, TO tell me lies" SNever mind, pa"
said Young hopeful, Il understand it now"
Young FARMER-"Are you fond OF beasts,
Miss GushertonY' Miss GushertOn-"Oh,
really, MIR. Pawker. if you mean that as dec
Iaration, you must sneak to mamma" De
trOW Post.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24
How the Howl Goes Up.
ChtcaQ0 TribaRe LRep.l .

NFtttttIV ITtUHTte IIIeDsIs
These are merely samples. They indicate
that COplah county was under complete ter
rorizatiOn. The murder Of Matthews has been
shown up as an unprOvoked outrage which
All this testimony has been elected nOtwIth-
standing the personal danger which every
witness incurs who consents to give evidence.
and hundreds Of witnesses who could testify
to other assaults, whippings, menaces and
fights dare not come forW ard. It Is not
strange that the Democratic Senators did not
dare to discuss the Copiah outrages, nor that
they voted soldly TO suppress the investIga-
ton.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24
Nothing Equals Nothing
Nero Haren Ne,es lDem.)

The candidacy Of Arthur is a curious COM
mentary on the Conservatism of our political
times. He Is TO be pushed for the foremost
place IN the nations gift simply because he Is
there is an equation OF the good ana bad acts
OF his administration. Automatically speak
ing, an equation Of the kind readily reduces
to the form nothing equals nOthlnR;" ana we
thing better to vote for next November than
political nihilsm.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

The Ways and Means Committee of the
House Of Representatives has agreed to a
bill extending the bonded period on
whisky. 1t is very similar to the Willis
bill, and gives the distillers two years, in
addition to the three years now allowed by
law. for the withdrawal Of whisky from
bonded warehouses. Interest at AZ per
cent. will be charged on the taxes after
the expiration OF three years, and allow
ances for leakage stopped at the same
time. 1t IS thought this bill viii give
general satisfaction.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24
RAILROAD RUMBLINGs.
bright Flashes of Intelligence from Near
and Affair."

The report is current that the Plant In
vestment Company has bought control
ling interest in the Palatka and Indian
River and the Seville and Halifax Rail-
roads, but the report needs confirmation.
large force of hands is AT work on the
PaIatka and Indian River Railroad, and
it Is expected that it will be finished and
in running order by next winter.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

The Chicago Inter- ocean, red-hOt Re
publican journal, says ex-senator Stephen
W. Dorsey has contributed pecuniarlly 10
assist Senator Logan in his canvass for
the Republican nomination, and that Dor
sey has said he will giyg 100000 to defeat
Arthur. II this is true and Dorsey will
take the trouble to place the sugar "wbere
it will do the most good" Chicago will be
an unhealthy place for the President next
Innn
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

Mr.. f. W. Edwardy, Of Indian Springs,
Ga, sends the MORNING NEWS sketch,
giving the shapes and sizes Of some OF the
hailstones that fell IN and near that place
during the storm Tuesday. Some Of them
weie in tie form Of collection Of crys-
tails, others were identical in shape with
a certain variety of sea shell, while 9TH
ers presented the appearance Of full
blown roses. The largest were three
Inches in diameter, and five of them
weighed one pound. He writes that they
fell for thirty minutes, completely cover
ing the ground and doing much damage
TO stock and property, and they descended
with such velocity as TO penetrate tin
roof and split withdrawing on houses
In some instances.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

y good many druggists in Boston have
been prosecuted by the Board of Health
for selling adulteratel drugs. The Drug
gi5ts' Association of that city asks for a
modification Of the law so as TO have
prosecutions begun only after apotheca-
ries are notified that their drugs are adul-
terated. The Board Of Health has re-
piled that it is its duty to punish the
crime Of selling adulterated drugs, and
not to assume responsibility for the hon.
esty Of the druggists. The prosecutors
seem to have both the law and the senti-
mont Of the community with them.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

DR.. c. r. Yelvington asserts that the
copperhead never bites when coiled up,
but will throw the middle Of his body into
long, almost rectangular curves, and with
his head and an inch or so Of the neck
slightly elevated above the ground is ready
to defend himself.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24
A Man an Can GIorify.

HdrU0rd Times (Den.).
Some Of Wendell Phillips epithets are being
revived. He called Webster a bankrupt
statesman" Choate a 'chattering monkey"
Washington 1.-THE great slaveholder,0 Lincoln
a ''slave hound Of illinois," and Greeley
moral suicide" Phillips, nov, seems to be
man that we might all turn in and glorify.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

air. Arthur is said to be giving more
and finer dinners than any President who
has occupied the White House within the
memory Of the oldest inhabitant. This is
found time to fill the many vacant ap-
pointmc1ts which arc urged on his atten-
tion. Another good reason is that he is
very 10th TO sever the friendly ties that
bind him to so many disinterested
natriOts.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24
Thc NIcthodist CentenniaI.

The centennial of American MethOdism
is to be celebrated this year. The cele-
bration OF the Methodist Church South
will take place at Baltimore on the 9th
of next December. The main feature of
the celebration will be the collection of
funds for three objects, viz: Church Ex-
tension, Education and Missions. 1t is
proposed to collect at least 100000 1t
is thought that it will not
be difficult TO raise this
sum. The Methodist Church South
has about 800, 600 members, and although
not rich, it has a reputation for Hberality
and good works. The growth of Metho-
dism in America has been marvellous. 1t
exceeds that Of any other church. Its
ministers have been wonderful workers,
and their labors have been abundantly
blessed. Its church bells are now rung in
every city, town and village in the coun-
try.
Its work is pushed forward with as
great vigor as ever. Its educational in
situations are among the best in the land,
and its ministers take rank with the lead
ing scholars Of the day. The centennial
celebration will be a season OF great re-
joicing. 1t will be no ordinary event.
The attention Of the civilized world will
be attracted to it.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

A riot occurred Monday in a suburb Of
Chicago called Little He'll" Senator
Logan had better look after that section,
or the outrage committee may have to in
vestigate Big Chicago" itself.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

It must have been a sight TO make the
stalwart heart sick, the spectacle of
several thousand Long Island people
chasing one poor negro for two or three
days and nights. when he only wanted to
breath the pure air of freedom.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

The Democratic convention meets in
Chicago just thirty-fve days after the
Republican convention. To have select
ed on earlier date for the former cOnven-
tion would not have given sufficient time
for the disiniection Of the Grand hall.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

E. E. Rice has sold s'Fun on the Bristol'
for one year, receiving therefor $4,000.
Mr.. Rice will endeavor to produce Marins
de Lazare's adaptation Of "The Bridge Of
Signs, at the New York Bijou after the
run Of "Orpheus and Eurydice."
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24
CURRENT Comment.
Danger to Republican Machinery.


= % z y = 7 INV AItcI7sIs
There ia another enormous factor to be
taken into account too. but it's quantity Is
vague and unknown. 1t Is the final party
vote which VIII not be the product of machine
management or OF administration control. IL
is IN danger OF taking the rm Of an earth
quake if too much machinery IS planted on
Il. Z
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

At an election to fill vacancies in Nor
folk county, Va, Thursday the Coalition
lists elected Senator and two delegates.
This breaks up the twO-thirds majority Of
the Democrats in the Legislature, hut the
most important political legislation has
already been accomplished, notwithstand-
ing the Governors veto. MahOne's ma
chinery has nearly all been swept out of
ovistenep
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

If Er. Parnell should happen to die
wouldn't Messrs. Finerty and Robinson
intr oduce resolutions that would make
Tom Ochiltree ashamed Of himself
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

Senator Dawes bill for the punishment
Of treepassers on Indian lands is con-
sidered an attempt to get up a new kind
Of Payne Killer.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

Mr.. Randall is slowly but surely bring
ing up the work Of his committee. The
agricultural appropriation bill has been
agreed to. The whole amount recon-
mended to be appropriated by it is $780,
500, about 1000 more than last year.
The increase comprises an appropriation
for the statistical department, and $4,000
for the propagation Of the tea plant. The
committee declined to recommend $4,000
for the reclamation of arid lands.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

1t seer that the most popular way
Pres dential aspirant can contribute to
his DO N, is to announce positively that
he b as no intention Of becoming candi-
dale. Standardized Payne, of Ohio, is
the last to follow the examples set by
Blaine sherman, etc, in this respect.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24
For Rrltt.

DOR RENT, three new tWo-story frame
Il houses, seven rooms each, with bath and
all modern convenience, Bolton street. be
tween Montgomery and jefferson. Apply to
j. T. SHUPTRISE. Druggist. 1855 COngr. IS st.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

simultaneously with the report Of the
evacuation Of Bacninh comes the news
that p revolt against the Chinese has
broken out in Mongolia, a remote province
Of the empire bordering on the Russian
possessions. Mongolia has population
Of about 100000, and comprises a vast
wilderness, which the Celestials Will
probably find it difficult to reconquer.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

There 10 no use of getting mad over
Prince Bismarck's little snub. The
United States is more than even with
him, having obtained several hundred
thousand good citizens from the German
bailiwick, and 1.-THE cry is still they
come :"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

TOR RENT, a two story brick house. Ne. IoI
IL Liberty street, second door east OF Dray-
ton street. Apply to MRS. G. HENNESSY,
No. SO Houston street.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

Miss Nilsson VIII return to London in
July to sing in concerts.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

ITO RENT, two nicely furnished rooms. with
Il or without board. Also, 100 beautiful
young LeCOnte pear trees for sale cheap. APP
ply corner jefferson and State streets.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

The German Medical Commission re-
ports that it has discovered in water
tank at Calcutta the identical auimalcule
germ which infested the intestines Of the
cholera victims in Egypt" but they fail
to state why they did not take club and
smash the miserable entozoon, and settle
the matter without further discussion.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

nor RENT. a small store on Wheaton
Il street. near 5, 4. & W. Ry Depot.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

The laws Of Tennessee divide railroad
property into distributable and localized,
the former consisting of rolling stock and
other transferable materials, and it is to
be taxed by finding the total value of the
distributable property within or without
the State, and dividing this amount by
the number Of miles in the system, thus
giving the value per mile. The value per
mile having been aseertained, it is multi
piled by the number OF miles of the road
in the State. In this way the value Of the
property to be assessed is ascertained.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24
NFrnnflaI-

DERSONAL.-If George Edgar, who left hts
i home in Woodstock, Ontario, Canaas
shortly after the close Of the war, win con T,
municate with the undersigned, he will hear
OF him was from letter written bv R. ",
BOhlken, dated at savannah, Georgia, Noveu
Der, 1871. ANY person knowing the where
abOuts OF either Of the above parties viii CON
fer great favor by communicating with me
as soon as possible. VIM. EDGAR. Mar
Agent. Windsor, Ontario, Canada.
MONEY LOANED on per onaI property, A
w large assortment OF unredeemed Gold
and Silver Watches. and other Jewelrv Tor
sale very cheap at Lcensed PaWnbraker
House. Isl Co gTess street. f. MUHLBERG
Manager. y. B.-Highest prices paid Tor ohi
gold and silver.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

ENOR RENT, store, corner First and Wheat
Il on streets. Also, two dwellings. Apply
to JNO. o. SMITH.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

nor RENT. a house OF five rooms, cxolu-
Il siYe Of kitchen and bath room: possession
given March 4th; rent $40 per month. c. Il
DORIS EFT.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24
Boar0iua.


DLEASANT second story front room. south
ern exposure, with board; every cOnYe-
nience; l72 Jones street.
DOARDING.-Plea front rooms with
ID board. convenient to the business part Of
the city. 1853 York street.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24
Gpurafinmal.

I ESSONS given in Music, German and
II Mathematics. Terms most reasonable
Reductions made to families. Address
PROF. S. b. FOX,
81 Charlton street.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

STRAYED, on Sunday afternoon. liver
- cOlored retriever bitch; no collar on; it,
tie white in her breast; quite fat. The finder
Will be rewarded by returning the same TO
my office, 50 Bay street, or I39 Perry street.
GEO SCHLEY.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

The Southwestern Tariff Association,
at their meeting in Charleston last week,
framed their schedule of rates with view
TO encourage the building of compartment
warehouses. Gradually warehouses Of
this class will come into general use
without the encouragement of the in
surance companies, but with the induce
ments they offer the change in the charac-
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

DOR RENT, one large front basement room;
Il furnished or unfinished; 5614 Brough-
ton street
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24
Ioet
Stranrn

I OST, Roman Gold Ring, cats ewes sur
! rounded with diamonds. reward will
be paid by returning to this office.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-02-24

s,The Senate of Iowa has pass
cd bill prohibiting the
manufacture and sale OF malt and
spirituous liquors in that State, and it is
expected that the House viii also pass it.
1t j S expected that this measure will
jeapordize the success Of the Republican
party III the fall elections, especially in
some q the close Congressional districts.