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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
ON CHANGE AT CHICAGO.
A Phenomenal Advance at the Open
ing, but a Decline subsequently,,

A fhenomenal Advance at the Open
ing, but a Decline Subsequently,
CHICAGO, May 15.-At the opening of
Change this morning there was a vio-
lent rebound from the low prices of yester-
day, and for the first half-hour it appeared
as though the depression of yesterday had
been completely shaken off.
Wheat advanced 81 cents over the closing
prices OF yesterday in an incredibly short
time. The heat and excitement in the trad
ing pits was very great for the first ten min
utes. There was struggling and sWaying
mass OF panic stricken traders who were buy-
ing and selling large lots of wheat and corn
at prices varying fully lG2c. per bushel
After lapse of half an hour there came ru-
mors Of bank troubles at Kansas City and
Quincy and similar disqueting rumors from
other points, which caused prices to break
but for which it was contended prices would
have been carried well beyond the best
prices of the day. July wheat rose
to 9l3sc., declined to S931c adj
vanced to 9O4c., receded to 9Oc. and
closed on Change at 901s(G9O1 &C., or 3S6I1Sc.
over the latest figures on Change Yesterday
June closed at SS(GSS3SC. In the afternoon a
further decline occurred, owing to the an
nOuncement OF Fisk & Hatch's failure at New
York, June closing at S77sc. and July at Sg3fc
Corn followed the course Of wheat very
closely. June opened at 59c., but fell off to
5s5sc, then rallied to 5S34 and closed at 5sI
On the afternoon board the option declined
and closed at 5Sc. In provisions trading was
light and prices closed nominally unchanged
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
THE TALK OF A COMPROMISE

How the Protection Democrats Tried to
Save Themselves at the Eleventh
Hour.
WAsHTNGTON, May 15.-The Randall
men, appreciating the fact that the coun-
try desires a reduction of taxation, seek
to throw the responsibility for the defeat
of the attempt at tariff tax reduction on
the attitude of the free-traders, who
would not agree to a reasonable compro-
mise"
The facts in regard to the attempted
compromise are these: While Mr.. Ran
dali was away at the Allentown Conven-
ton his Democratic followers, becoming
alarmed at the popular demand for re-
ductiOn Of taxation, held a conference, at
which they expressed doubts of the ex-
pediency of voting against the cOnsidera-
ton Of the Morrison bill and a de-
sire to effect compromise with
its supporters, but they resolved
to do nothing until Mr.. Randall returned,
When Mr.. Randall returned they laid
their doubts and desires before him. At
the same time Mr.. Reed. of Maine. the
real leader of the Republicans, who had
heard Of the movement for a compromise.
sent word to Mr.. Randall that there must
be no compromise. If their Democratic
allies trifled, he warned Mr.. Randall, the
Republicans would help pass the MOrri-
son bill. Mr.. Randall promptly discOur-
aged the proposed attempt at a compro-
mise and refused to take any part what
ever in the negotiations. Nevertheless,
at half-past IL O'Clock on the day upon
which Mr.. Morrison was to ask cOnsidera-
tion Of his bill a handful
Of Randall Democrats waited on
Messrs. Carlisle and Morrison and
asked tnem to compromise on an unde-
fined bill, which was simply declaration
in favor of reducing tariff taxation a little
and repeating all internal taxes except
the tax on whisky. OF course it was too
late to consider such a proposition even
if it had not been so vague. Mr. Carlisle
said: ''Gentlemen, why didn't YOU pro-
pose this at the beginning OF the session,
or even in the tariff caucus. The session
is half over. There is no time for re-
newed consideration of these matters in
the Ways and Means Committee. Your
proposition is not practicable So they
withdrew. This was the only attempt at
compromise. 1t was weak and
bungling, if not equivoeal. The
revenue reformers, who were fight
ing on principle, had of course no
reason to suggest a compromise. They
are perfectly satisfied with the situation,
feeling sure that they will be indorsed by
the Chicago Convention and by the cOun-
try. The PTotectiOnists, on the contrary,
are very uneasy. They feel already the
weight of the public condemnation on the
ObstructiOnists of tax reduction.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
LouIsiana,s LegisIatnre-

NEW ORLEANS, May ia dispatch
from Baton Rouge says: "a joint resoIu-
ton has been introduced in the Legisia-
ture requesting the members Of Congress
and lnstructing the Louisiana Senators to
join in with all other interests needing
protection to avert the impending danger,
and to exert the strongest efforts In ar,
resting so fatal calamity as would result
from even the slightest diminutlOn of the
existing duties on sugar.
A Baton Rouge special says that the
following was introduced in the State
Senate and passed to-day:
WHEREAS, Grave allegations have been
MADE through the press Of the State touching
the count OF the vote for the first amendment
cast at the last election, particularly in the
city OF New Orleans; therefore
Ees9t0sd, That committee of three mem
Ders be appointed by the President Of the
Senate to investigate the truth or falsitv OF
these charges, with power to send for persons
and papers.
Alter appointing a committee the reso-
luton was reeOnsidered and laid over for
one day.
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sEvENTEEN BRIGANDs SHOT.
Execution of the Mexican Central Train
RObbers-A Dozen More to suffer.

Execution of the Mexican Central Train
RObbers-A Dozen More to suffer.
A special to the New York Ereuinq Mail
from the City Of Mexico saws seventeen
Of the brigands who wrecked and robbed
a train on the Mexic1n Central Railroad
last November were shot at Queretaro
Tuesday. The Mayor Of New Laredo. who
was implicated in this daring robbery,
was not among the number. He has
made a stubborn fight. The probabilities
are that be VIII escape the consequences
If an outrage Ia which he is generally be-
lieyed % have been one Of the leading
spirits. The story of the crime is as fol-
lows.
At9 o'clock on the evening Of Nov. ID
the express on the Mexican Central from
SautellO 70 Laredo. Tex. was waylaid
hy a gang Of forty masked men, composed
Of both MeXiesns and Americans, who
tore up the track at Sanchez station. Tho
train reached the break in the track while
going twenty-One miles an hour. The
engine was thrown over an embankment,
killing fireman Charles Fenler. The
uain remained on the track intact. and
the robbers. who We're concealed in the
bushes. rushed forth and captured it. The
passengers were not interfeTed
with. bUt the robbers took
possession OF the express car and
proceeded 10 break open the messengers
safe. which contained 100000 in gold and
silver coin. The approach Of train
from Laredo frightened them away and
they fed without securing the money in
the safe. but took 5000 in silver bullion
living on the floor of the car in bags. In a
few hours troops were in pursuit, who
followed the robbers TO the mountains and
captured them after a desperate resist
ance. Several implicated in this robbery
aN ait trial. and the probabilities are that
at least a dozen more viii be condemned
and shCt.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16

WAsHINGroN- Mar 5.nodo.,. ,.

WASHINGTON. W May 15.-To-day's base
ball games resulted as follows:
At rovidence-Providences :. .Chicagos 5.
tics 10
A. Altoona. Pa.-keystones 6. AItoonas :.
A. Heading. Pa.-TrentOns !, ActiYes 20.
lOss.
A ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS IS. Harrisburgs
AT ~. Louis-st. Louis (Unions) 20, Balti-
more lUnIone) &.
Al ianapolis-IndianaDoIis3 3, st. Louis6
Az W ashington-W ashingtoRs 4, Athletics b
natl (UniOns) ,.
ais Q.
At LOuisville-LOuisvilles II, Toledos l..
At Chicago-Chicago fUnionsJs s. NationaIu
lof Washington 3.
bus 5. >
AT Brooklyn-BrOoklyn Z, BaltimOres 6.
At New Iork-New YOrks Z, Clevelands H.
MetropOlitans :. Alleghanys o.
AT B0stOn-BOstOns II. Defroits O.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
GREER ACQUITTED.
Terrible Anxiety of the Prisoners Moth
er While Awaiting the End.

Terrible Anxiety of the Prisoners Moth
er While Awaiting the End.
AUGUSTA, GA, May l5.-The interest
manifested in the Greer case was some
thing remarkable. Even the young ladies
gathered in crowds with eagerness to
watch the proceedings, and doubtless
their presence tended to dishearten the
prisoner in his precarious position.
The entire day was consumed in
arguments by the counsel. Judge
Roney charged the jury in an
impartial way. Greer's aged mother
sat by his side from morning till night.
Her affection touches the hearts of all.
To see the wild, troubled, hopeless look
on her brow when, with her watered eyes,
she has penetrated the souls of all pres
ent. to heaF her sudden cORvulsive sObs,
to mark the quick, passionate clasp of her
hands, and the bitter, respondent drOop
Of her motherly face, brought many a
sigh from the audience.
The jury brought in verdict at 1880
O'Clock of not gui lty,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16


The water IN Little Lake George is 90 feet
deep.
The cocoanut trees injured on the kevs bv
forest fires are beginning 20 sprOut and thev
Will probably become as good as ever.
one merchant in Live Oak sold this wear 50
bushels of seed beans, enough TO make alone
1000 crates If seasons had been good.
= p Nreford VIII be an independent candf-
tate and j. \. COOmhs the RenubIican candi-
date Tor the state senate in Franklin county.
lt IS said that the Marine Bank failure in
Sew ork has severely affected many OF Key
esq business men. one OF them, f II Cato
having $4,000 deposited there.
W. NJ Girardeau. of Monticello. who has
the largest watermelon patch in Florida
about Two hundred acres-has orders for 600
pounds OF melon seed for next season
George II. MeEunis. Of Tallahassee. has
--lrpci since October last nearly $1,000 worth
% Florida turs. Most Of them were otter. the
balance were coon. skunk and other small
Ettes.
Wm- Cannon. agent Of the Disston Com
ranT so hlssimmee. has sold 32364 acres Of
sand t1 different parties. including IS lots in
Ni--illuee CITY, on which buildings are in
t.lr-e oI construction o. VIII be in TIE course
uf tle summer.
From the year ISIS to the present mouth.
= iuuatlcs have been sent 20 the asvIum from
sle counties Of the Third Judicial Circuit. OF
--erc tuere were 40 whites and Is c0lOred-
males -. females 35- sixteen have been cured.
and l5 have died, leaving IN the asylum -.
Ir IS now pretty we'll established that the
t'l-r-rt County journal, long published in
tllatka as an independent paper. has been
sold to the Republicans OF Florida to be run
during the campaign as a Republican daily
1y Gen. II. :. Sanford about the date Of the
Republican Convention Of st. Augustine
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
santhern Presbrterians.

VICKsBURG, May l5.-The general as
sembly Of the Presbyterian Church South
convened here to-day. After an address
by the retiring moderator, DR.. Pryor, Rev.
L. d. WitherspOon, ,lof Louisville, was cleo
ted moderator. Some routine business was
then transacted and a recess taken. The
evening session was spent in hearing the
repSrts Of the executive committees of
churches, ana the convention adjourned
until tomorrow.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
SENATOR CULLOMs BILL.
Text of the Measure Which Prohibits
Bank Officials from Stock Gambling,

Text of the Measure Which Prohibits
Bank Officials from Stock Gambling,
WASHINGTON, May 15.-The following
is the text of Senator Cullom's bill, intro
duced in the Senate to prohibit specula-
tiOn by officers of National Banking Asso-
Citations:
Be IL enacted, ETC., That it shall be unlawful
for the President, cashier, teller or other
chief executive officer of any national bank
ing association having capital stock Of the
amount Of 100000 or more to deal, trade, or
otherwise engage in speculation in stocks,
bonds or securities. or in grain, provisions,
produce or oil margins. on his own individual
account or for his own personal profit, either
directly or indirectly, or to have any
partnership or other financial interest in the
operation IN anY private banking or broker
age firm or business. Any such officer who
violates the provisions cf this ct. or any per-
son who aids or abets such an officer in the
violation of the provisions Of this
act, shall be deemed guilty Of a mis-
demeanoT. and shall be punished by impris-
Onment for not less than one year nor more
than five years or fined not more than $4,000.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
BOGGANCASH SHOT DEAD.
A SHERTFF'S POSSE RESISTED
WITH FATAL RESULT.

The Outlaw Riddled With BuIIets-One
Of the SherifFs Men Relieved of His
Fingers by the Enemy's VOlley-ORe
of Cash's Companions Badly Wounded.
CHARLESTON, 5. c., May IA special
dispatch from Cheraw says: 'sW. Boggan
Cash, the fugitive murderer of Town Mar
shall Richards, was killed this morning
about 80 O'Clock, while resisting arrest
The posse was in charge Of Deputy Sheriff
E. T. King. One Of the posse was slightly
wounded, and one of Cash's associates
was wounded seriously. Gov. Thompson
received the following at 10 O'Clock this
morning:
CHERAw. ;. c.. May 10, ISsf.
To Goo. Hugh s. Thompson:
went with posse last night to arrest ".
Il. Cash l instructed my men not to fire un-
less absolutely necessary. | surrounded the
house and barn, placing two men between the
mouse and barn, and two men between the
barn and swamp. Finding that Cash was in
the barn. ordered il to be surrounded Cash
came Tut and fired on the posse. The fire was
returned. and after Cash had fred several
shois ne was killed, being riddled with bullets.
None oI the posse were struck, except W. II.
Hilton whose fingers were shot OF by Cash
lSlgnedI l.. L. KING, Deputy sheriff.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
THE HILL BOYS GANG.
Survivors of the Band Obey Popular
Orders and Leave Their Home.

Survivors of the Band Obey Popular
Orders and Leave Their Home.
CHARLESTON, W. VA, May 15.-"BilP'
SpurlOck, father of Charles Spurlock, one
of the Hill Boys gang Of Lincoln county,
who is in Jail here, has arrived for the
purpose of surrendering himself il wanted
by the officers, but as he was not wanted he
is allowed to be at large. He says that
quiet prevails in Boone and Lincoln coun-
ties. He denies being a member of the
gang, and says that his son was driven
into the gang by the Hills through fear.
The expression of citizens in the section
where the Hills operated is joy at their
death. The people have ordered the two
Hills boys, who are at large, and their
mother, to leave, and they have gone into
kentucky.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16

PTTTsBURG, Pa, May 15.-During a
game Of base ball last evening, two bows
named James Fash and W. W. Fortune
aged sixteen, quarreled about the man.
ner Of pitching the ball, when Fash picked
up brick, and struck Fortune over the
head, knocking him senseIess. Fortuna
revived and went home. but died fhis
morning at SO'clock. fash was arrested
while attempting % escape in disguise.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
WheeIer,s Nomination

WASHINGTON. May 15.-The Senate in
executive session to-day considered.
among other nominations, that Of William
Ill. Wheeler to be Internal Revenue Col
lector OF the Fifth North Carolina Dis
trict. Senator Beck made a speech IN op-
position to Wheeler's confirmation. II
went over without action.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
AT wAsHINSToN.
WASHINGTON, May 15.-To-day racing
events We're as follows.

events were as follows:
FIRST RACE-A dash Of six furIouqs for
three -year-elds and upwards. selling race:
purse s4oO Constantine won, with Celia see
ond and Quebec third. The Others we're
punched. Time I:I7lS
SECOND RAcE-HandIcap sweepstakes for.
three -year-olds and upwards: mile and n
quarter Eagle won, with Ten strike second.
Compensation third. Infanta fourth and Tor
pedO fifth. Time 2l5.
=, THIRD RAcE-Army and navy stakes for
three year ei 8; $50 each; club added 81 GOO:
mileland furlOng. Knight of EilisIie won. with
Greystone second. Welcher third and ToIu
fourth Time 3:0l1S.
FOURTH RAoE-A handicap, for three year
olds and upwards; mile heats. Jim Nelson
won the first two heats. Hiiaritv was second
IN both heats. Time !: 49, and I:45i{
FIFTH RACE-A dash of seven furlonrs.
purse $4O0; selling race. P0lonia won. with
Mordaunt second, Marmaduke third and Ofd
Liz fourth. Time 81 -
SIXTH RACE "A handicap steeplechase;
purse 800; At the first jump In the centre
field TOuakaway fell: then Shamrock tbreyr
ms jockey, and Gath fell, broke his neck ana
died. None Of the jockeys were hurt. Ranger
came under the wire six lengths ahead, with
Abraham second, and Wooster third. No
time was taken
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
BIsmarek,s Interferenee on the Conro-

LONDON, May 15.-Prince Bismarck has
sent letter to the Frankfort Chamber Of
Commerce, saying that he has Informed
the signatorles OF the Congo treaty which
recognizes Portugal's claim to sovereign
ty over the lower Congo that he cannot
allow the stipulations of the treaty to ap-
ply to German subjects. Germany. he
said, is communicating with the various
governments interested in the American
trade, and hopes TO procure a settlement
OF the Congo traffic question which will
insure the protection of Germany's COM
mercial interests.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
Now Orleans, Inck.

WASHINGTON, May 15.-The bill loan
ing Che New Orleans Exposition 81 900 600
was amended in the Senate upon recon-
mendatiOn of the Appropriations Commit
tee so as to surround the appropriation
with safeguards which would more GER
tainly secure the return Of the loan. The
House cOncurred in the amendments, Mr..
Holman formally Withholding objection to
consideration. The President would have
signed the bill tomorrow, but the Presi-
dent OF the Senate could not sign the bill
until the House had cOncurred in the SEN
ate amendments and the Senate had ad-
JoUrned when the House took that action,
so the bill viii have to wait until Mon
day. when the President of the Senate and
the President Of the United States will
sign it.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
Trade Dollar Sol to be Redeemed.

WASHINGTON, May 15.-It is under-
stood on private adyices from Con-
gressmen that there is no hope of IegisIa
ton from this Congress for the REDEMPTION
of trade dollars. Spectators in them are
unloading
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16

w WASHINGTON, May 15.-Letters from
trustworthy men in Mr.. Keifer's district
show that he will not be able to carry his
own county in the attempt to secure a
denomination. He talks desperately about
carrying the surrounding counties but
the best opinion is that he cannot secure
the denomination. Ifhe does not he will
be politically dead.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
RANDALLITEs ENCOURAGED.
The Tariff Reformers not to Issue a
Statement to the Country.

Statement to the Country.
WASHINGTON, May 15.-The project to
issue circular setting forth the facts in
regard to the defeat of the attempt at
revenue reduction in the House has been
abandoned. The revenue reformers who
had it in charge found that while most OF
their friends approved it few were en-
thusiastic, and some were posi-
lively opposed on the ground that
the Randall men had been or would
be suftleiently punished, and that, there
fore, this pillory was unnecessary. Mr..
Dorsheimer is very much disappointed.
The Randall men are encouraged by the
action Of the Virginia and New Jersey
conventions. Mr.. Randall says that it
goes 70 show that the States which must
be depended upon for Democratic cleo
toral votes are In favor Of the Ohio plat.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
The CumberIand Presbyterian Church.

MCkEEsPORT. Pa, May 15.-The Gen
eral Assembly of the Cumberland Presby-
terian Church of North America met in
annual convention to-day. One hundred
and sixty delegates were present from all
parts Of the United States. The assembly
was formally opened with a sermon by
the retiring Moderator, Rev. A. j.
Gumphy, Of Illinois, after which an ad-
dress Of welcome was delivered by Bur-
CESS Iilbook and was responded to by
Rev. NJ. Self, Of Salem, Illinois, on behalf
Of the assembly. The election of Modera-
tor resulted in the choice Of Judge John
Frizell, of Nashville, Tenn. After an in
augural address the assembly adjourned
till Tomorrow
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16

PIERRo, DAKOTA, May 15.-The Demo-
cratic Territorial Convention Yesterday
chose NJ. Burch and MacCormack dele
gates to Chicago, The delegates are un-
instructed, but are believed to be for TIL
den and Hendricks,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
HORSES ON THE Run.
Three Flyers Fall and One Breaks HIS
Neck on the Washincton Tranl,

Neck on the Washington Track
LEXINGTON, May 15.-This was the last
day Of the spring meeting of the Kentucky
Association. The attendance was good
and the track little stiff.
FIRST RACE-For all ages: one and one hair
miles. Khan and Barnum ran a dead heat
Athlone was third. Time a:IIi,. French
pools were divided. Barnum was the favor
te.
SECOND RAcE-POst stakes for two-vear-
0lds, three-quarters Of a mile. Favor won
easily by two lengths, with Joe Cotton second.
and Socks third. Time I:I7l5.
THIRD RACE-Sweepstakes for three-vear
Olds, one and one-eghth miles. Hesper. Ro-
sary and Hiiight were the starters. They
nnlshed IN the order named. No time was
taken, and ali bets on the race and am combi-
nation bets were declared on
.FoTRTH RACE-Purse $500; one and one
eighth miles. hanitou won, with Belle OF the
third. Time :3S W
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
Mexico RatIfies the Treaty.

WASHINGTON. May 15.-Senor Romero,
the Mexican Minister in this city. in
formed the Department OF State TODAY
that he had received official notification
from his government Of the ratification by
the Mexican Senate of the reciDrOcitv
treaty between the United States and
Mexico, which was recently ratified bv
the United States Senate.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
JOHN H. JAMES IN TROUBLE.
The Doors of the Largest Private Bank
in Atlanta to Remain Closed This
Morning.


in Atlanta to Remain Closed This
Morning.
ATLANTA, May IS, A. M.-John H.
James, the largest private banker in this
city, announced last night that on ac-
count of the failure of his New York con-
nections he will not open his doors to-day.
He will throw all his real estate, which is
very extensive and valuable, on the mar
ket at once, and expects to pay every
the city offered to assist him to
the extent of their ability, but he
declined, preferring to settle from
ms own resources. His suspension causes
much excitement, large number OF de-
positors being on the streets around the
bank until after midnight. He had a
heavy line OF deposits from the best peo-
pie in the city, and it Is feared that many
and serious financial complications will
follow. No statement of his liabilities
can be obtained tonight,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-16
Wheeler Acouitted

NEW ORLEANS, May 15.-A special
from HaZelhurst, Miss, saws: ssThe iurv
in the case of E. B. Wheeler, on trial for
the murder Of J. p. Mathews, after being
out about an hour returned a verdict Of
not guiItY.,,