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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-12-07
RECENT ELECTION FEATURES
The Republicans Lose in the Northern
States and Gain in the Southern, the
Democrats Vice Versa.

Democrats Vice Versa
WASHINGTON, Dec. lone remarka-
able feature of the recent Presidential
election is the fact that the Republicans
lost ground in almost every Northern
State, while the Democrats fell behind
their 1880 plurality almost every where in
the South. Blaine gained over GarfelGs
pluralities in California, Colorado, Kan
sas, Maine, Minnesota, Nevada, Oregon
and Pennsylvania Of the Northern States,
but lost in Connecticut, Illinois,
Indiana, Iowa, Massachusetts, AIict-
igan. Nebraska, New Hampshire, New
York, New Jersey, Ohio, Rhode Island,
Vermont and Wisconsin. Cleveland fell
short of Hancock's pluralities in Ala
bama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Lou
lsiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri.
South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vir-
ginia and West Virginia, gaining over the
figures for 1880 only in Arkansas and
North Carolina of the States south of Ma
son and DiXon's line. The tables show,
therefore, that the campaign was on both
sides, one marked by independence and a
spirit of protest. Both parties lost ground
in their stronghoIds and made gains in
those of their opponent. Thousands OF
white men In the South failed to vote.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-12-07

There was at least one leading Repub-
licau who could not stand a diet of crow.
Mr.. Coburn, the aged President of the
Maine electoral college, was taken so i'll
wednesday that he could not cast his
vote, and a substitute had to be chosen.
Fhe casting Of the vote in that State was
SAID 10 have been a melancholy spectacle.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-12-07

a Chicago drummer has been arrested
for stealing a brass horn, and yet most
Chicago drummers have enough brass in
their cheeks to make half dozen horns.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-12-07

Ser sam. j. Randall viii visit Birm-
inghan, Ala, during the Christmas re-
cess OF Congress, and the Alabama Demo-
Gratis propose to give him a rOusing re-
ception. He will be honored by revenue
retOrmers and prOtectiOnists alike, but
the latter class will probably do a good
deal Of stopping over that will disgust not
only Mr.. Randall but the entire country.
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afttarrIlanrnua.
OSTRICH FEATHERS cleaned, curled and

OSTRICH FEATHERS cleaned, curled and
dyed in all the latest shades, by MRS. L. p.
HINMAN, 223 Congress street, second door
east Of West Broad, Savannah, Ga.
7 E. MADDOX. Manufacturer OF Rubber
y Stamps of every description. Publisher
of the IA page catalogue of stamp Novelties,
Type. etc, mailed for Csc: send for circular,
etc. White English Rabbits for sale; price
from 81 to 81 per pair. z. o. Box So, Athens
Ga
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-12-07

Phere are thousands of homes in New
York which have skeletons in their
sIessts. but very little is thought of the
matter. The finding Of the skeleton OF a
wsmaE in the cellar Of the Carleton House
IN that city the other day, however. ere
ated one of the greatest sensations of the
year. Skeletons ought always to be kept
where they belong.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-12-07

A Cambridge Mass. youth hanged HIM
self fatally the other day while playing
execution" 1t came from allowing
ain 20 attend public execution.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-12-07

MIS-. Belva A. Lockwood lectured at
Baltimore Thursday night for the benefit
Of q church, and she had an audience of
thlrty-twO people, including dead-heads.
Is y possible that the free advertising she
got during the Presidential campaign
was all in vain? Verify, it does seem so.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-12-07

Probably the hapPiest gossips in the
sorntrv are those OF the little village of
Rea Hook, in Duchess county, New
YORK. They circulated false stories about
Prof. Brown, principal Of the high school.
and his wife so Professionally that the good
lazy was driven to suicide and he became
insane. No punishment in this world is
severe enough for tSe ineOrrigible gossip.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-12-07

a Philadelphia paper thinks it a little
lard 20 punish the sluggers who slug for
a living and let the jolly fellows who get
tie sport out of the smuggling matches and
put up the money that induces the slug
gers to slug escape. 1t ought to be re-
aembered also that the sIuggers gener-
allv punish each other pretty severely.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-12-07
Stranro,

GTRAYED, from the s., f. & W. R'y yard
black stripe on back, swelling on right fore
knee. A suitable reward will be paid for the
return to CHESS ARLEY COMPANY, Oh
Yard
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-12-07
EoGf.

I OST, one Cameo Locket, with monogram
II q. II. D., between my Office and Central
Railroad wharf. For its return $40 viii be
paid. CHAS. II. DIXON, 6 Drayton street.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-12-07

LIEUT.. THAcKARA, who married Gen. Sher-
mans daughter, lost a large portion of his
fortune in the failure of st. Louis wire fence
factory.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-12-07

DRESSES FOR sALE.-I offer for sale the
= following Printing Presses: / Super
Royal Hoe Cylinder: Half Medium Liberty
Press. The machines are IN good order. and
can be seen at work in Morning News press
room. J. Fl. ESTILL. Savannah. Ga.
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SaIr.

nor SALE, the desirable brick residence
IL three stories on basement) No. 81 Cor
don street, fronting Monterey square, in per-
feet order, with all modern improvements, on
once. u. FALK. corner Congress Whitaker
and st. Julian streets.
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TOR RENT, furnished or unfurnishe5
4 rooms, first and second floors. 1853 Soutb
Broad street.
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nor RENT, two large room on second floor
y furnished or unfinished. Apply Ia;
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WA nSt ED, the pubic e know that Can
Simultaneous process will remain ~ ~ H.
dozen for the next thirty days, and sftssrS PEI
time the price viii be changed oi that
DEC. /, 1884. jim. WILSON. 81 ~,
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ADVERTISING.

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Tor RFnt.

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rooms. Apply at 81 jefferson street.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-09-06
WASHINGTON.
The Late secretary Folger

WASHINGTON, Sept. 5.-At meeting of chiefs
of the various bureaus of the Navy department to-
day, Comptroller Lawrence, Commissioner john
son, Treasurer Wyman, Commissioner Evans and
Solicitor New were appointed committee to draft
resolutions of respect to the memory of the de-
ceased Secretary Folger. number of the treasury
employees expressing a desire to attend the obse-
quies, arrangements will be made if POSSIBLE to
run special train from Washington to Geneva,
prior to the funeral to return Immediately after
the ceremonies SO that the officials may be at their
desks the following morning. The Treasury De-
partment is heavily draped with black, and flags
are at half mast. Mr.. Coon will issue an order to
close sub treasures and custom houses during the
hours OF the funeral. Acting Secretary of State
Davis received telegram from the president this
morning directing that an executive order be
issued formally announcing the death of Secretary
Folger.
Inc Secretary of State today addressed the fol-
lowing letter to the other members of the Cabinet.
With deep regret announce to you that the Hon.
Charles j. Folger Secretary Of the Treasury of the
United States, yesterday died at his home in
life OF distinguished and respected citizen who
by his services executive officer of the United
States and as a legislator and Judge of his own
State, won the esteem and regard of his fellow
countrymen. The president directs that all depart,
ments of the executive branch Of the Government
aud offices subordinate to them shall manifest due
honor for the memory of the eminent man in man.
Der consonant with the dignity of the office, thus
made vac ant and the upright character of him who
held 1t. 10 this end the president directs that the
treasury. department and its dependencies in
this capitol shall be draped in mourning for a
period of thirty days. the several executive depart
ments shall be closed on the day of the funeral of
the deceased and that all public buildings of the
Government throughout the United States the
national flag Shall be draped in mourning and dis
played at half mast.
A telegram this p. m. to acting Secretary Coon
from Secretary Folgers physician, says that he was
conscious to within 10 minutes of his death. He
dictated letters the day before he died. and read
mail on the morning of the day of his death.
GENEVA. N. Y, Sept. 5-The funeral services
a aims of will ba hold
Tuesday next at D. M at his late Residence in &C.
ueya N V
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-09-06
TsepubIicap Copyeution.

The delegates elected at the Republican
caucuses Thursday night met at Reception
Hall yesterday afternoon, at 4 o'clock, to NOM
mate five representatives to the Legislature.
There was full attendance.
Hon. Henry B. Cleaves was elected chair
man and VIM. j. Knowlton secretary.
Upon motion of Samuel Thurston of Ward
the following list was nominated by acclama-
ton: Clarence Hale Elias Thomas, Charles
Z. Mattocks, Daniel W. Ames and Orville X.
Gerrish.
On motion of Hon. J. j. Perry the following
resolution was presented:
ResolUed, That the denomination OF the pres
ent members of the House of REPRESENTATIVES
from this city for reelection, is not intended
nor designed as precedent for future action
ana Notwithstanding our action in the prem
lses we distinctly disclaim any such intent or
any design or purpose to commit the Republic
can party to any such rule in its future action.
Mr.. Perry said he did not offer the resoln-
ton because he was opposed to any man on the
present ticket or to denomination, but simply
because he thought if it was understood by
young men that If they had got to wait four
years for chance to get into the Legislature
they would be discouraged.
Mr.. W. K. Neal thought it would be a good
thing for some of these forth-putting young
men to wait a little while until they were
sought for.
The resolution had passage about three to
one.
Convention adjourned.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-09-06
Defending B1aine's Honor.
A Kentucky Democratic Editor ShameA
His Brethren in Maine and Indi ana.

Hon. Wallace Gruelle, the leading Demo-
cratic editor of the Breckenridge, KY, Demo-
crat, and who was in Mllersburg when Mr..
Blaine taught school, published the following
editorial in his paper of August "a:
"If there had been anything in the story OF
Mr.. Blaine's having wronged a young inmate,
either teacher or pupil of a seminary at
Georgetown, KY, at the time he was engaged
as tutor In the Western Military Institution,
we, who were born and reared in that country
would have heard something OF it, particularly
II the scandal had reached the dimensions of
breaking up the school. When the military
school was removed to Blue Licks the female
school was also removed to Millersburg, Colo
mel Thornton + johnson being the proprietor
of both institutions, and no one can truthfully
assert that either institution was discontinued
from any cause other than the bankruptcy of
Colonel johnson. We always heard the three
Misses Stanwood, one of whom is now the
wife of Mr.. Blaine, spoken of in terms of the
greatest affection by their pupils, and we know
that they were held in high esteem by the en-
tire community of Georgetown and Millers-
burg. We never heard OF this scandal until
1866, and then we branded it, as we do now,
as an atrocious calumny. No man in America
will oppose Mr.. Blaine for the Presidency with
more persistency than ourself, but we base
and not on falsehoods Matched up by his enc
mics; falsedoods involving the reputation of
pure, good woman; falsehoods any gentleman
would hesitate to read in print and scorn to
repeat with his own tongue, even though they
were true, instead of false. Let us, men and
brethren, either fight fairly and decently, or
back out of the contest"
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-09-06
Concerning Geo. A. LOrIng.
BATH, Sept. 5, 1884.

To the Editor Of the Press:
September 1st sent letter to Geo. A. Lor-
ing, now in Portland, urging him to return
home and vote Sept. Sth; also enclosed him a
railroad certificate in order that he might come
and return fer one fare.
The Argus this morning publishes an exact
copy of the letter, land in commenting upon the
same remarks: "Mr. Loring worked in Bath
q year OIL. SO, but never voted in that city. He
came to Portland in 1875, and has since resided
aud voted here"
In writing to Mr.. Loring 1 supposed was
addressing gentleman, and had reasons to
suppose that he was Republican.
Since reading this mornings Argus I have
made some inquiries in regard to Mr.. Lorine
and am confident that he has Joined the brig
ade whose political clamor is turn oot the
rascals," and that is not surprising when one
knows the cause of his leaving Fort Preble.
The Argus says he has been voting in Port
land since 1875, which, If true, is conclusive
evidence that he is Democrat, for every vote
SO cast was an illegal vote, as his residence has
always been in Bath, where his family now is
and ever has been. In Sept, 1877, Mr.. Loriug
came to Bath and voted.
Possibly it is With such illegal voters as Mr.
Loring that the Argus proposes to accomplish
the defeat of Mr.. Reed.
j. W. WAKEFIELD
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-09-06
Murdered by n Jealous Lover.

CINCINNATI, Sept. ga most deliberate end
brutal murder occurred at the residence of Colonel
Charles PARROT this morning. James Greiner has
been paying attention to Gretchen ceiling, beauti-
full German girl aged 20 years. and became franti-
caly jealous because of the attentions paid her by
others. Last night he called upon her and refused
to leave the house when told to do So at the same
help and Col. PARROT went to her relief. Greiner
then lie t the house, threatening that he would kill
the girl during the night. AT z o'clock this morn
ing, while Miss Zeling attending to her house
hold duties, GreiDer effected an entrance through
the basement and fired two shots at her one of
which took effect in her breast causing death i'm
mediately. Col. Parrott, hearing the shooting, ran
down stairs when Greiner fired at him, but missed.
They clutched, and Greiner fired again without eff
feet. He then hit Col PARROT the head with the
revol yer and fed. The neighbors were aroused and
captured Greiner, who was turned over to the po-
lice. An inquest is being held amid much excite
ment.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-09-06

Lis. of Premiums for the Cat show

The following is list of the premiums to be
awarded at the cat show of the Eastern Maine
Fair commencing at Bangor September 9th.
Over 500 in prizes will begin.
Tiger-1st prize silver cake basket, So; I'd prize
silver card stand, $3.50; 4d prize silver cup, So.
silver jewel casket valued, $8.75; Sd prize silver
chased sugar bowl valued $6 4th prize, silver CUP
valued, SIS.
Maltese-1st prize. chased silver individual cas-
tor valued, $3.50; I'd prize, silver butter dish, val
ued, 81; Sd prize, silver napkin ring with figure
valued. So.
Hsndsomest White Cat-1st prize, chased silver
vase, valued, So; I'd prize, silver napkin ring, val
ued, 50; Sd prize, silver mug, valued, 50.
Black Cat-1st prize, elegant silver cologne stand
$780, I'd prize silver pickle jar So; Sd prize sill
yer mug, chased, 50.
Black and White-1st prize, silver card basket
So; "a price, silver cream pitcher, $4.75 Sd prize
pair individual silver salts, $3.50.
Persian Cats-1st prize, So: I'd prize chased sill
yer vase, 81; Sd prize, silver cup, $2.75.
For Largest Cat Exhibited-lst prize, elegant sill
yer butter dish, $3.50; I'd prize silver castor two
pieces, $4; prize, silver napkin ring, 81.
For Handsomest Group of Kittens-1st prize, sill
yer berry dish, valued, So; I'd prize, silver vase
1928; Sd prize. silver tooth pick holder, S275.
For Best Tortois Shell-1st prize, silver pickle
castor, So; I'd prize, silver call bell So; Sd prize
silver napkin ring 50.
All who propose to exhibit their cats or kit
tens are requested to bring them to the hall
Tuesday morning. Those who desire can take
them at night and return them in the morn
ing. No charge is made for entrance fee.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-09-06
"a Candid warning"

TO the Editor Of the Press:
see in your issue of the third, leader un-
der the above heading, purporting to be a
piece of grave advice and warning-well meant
no doubt-to the temperance men and women
of Maine and of the entire country, as to the
fatal mistakes they make in carrying on their
work. suggest to the Press that there are
up and down the country great many men
aud women of at least average intelligence
and ability, who for many years have devoted
themselves earnestly to the solution of the
great problem, how best to relieve society from
the dreadful evil of intemperance. In the
progress Of this work, they have thought it
wise to appeal to the people for constitutional
prohibition.
Throughout the country they are in hearty
accord as to the wisdom of this measure, and
it will not be immodest in them to intimate
that they understand the bearings of the
movement, at least as we'll SIS the Press can
claim to do. They have never heard that the
Press has been in any way identified with the
temperance movement, or even friendly to it,
but for all that they listen to its advice and
reproot with all due respect and humility.
NEAL Dow,
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-09-06
VERMONTS VOTE.
Complete Returns Give 2I,413 Republic
can Majority.

Complete Returns Give I'll Alb Republic
can Majority.
WHITE RIVER JUNCTION, Sept 5.-Returns
from 240 towns, giving the complete gubernatorial
vote of the State show the following result Total
vote cast, 62,421. Of this number Pingree
Republican, received Al. 917; ReddingtoD, Dem
oerat, 1888; Soule, Greenback, 48O;
Independent and scattering 1856 making PiDgree's
majority Il Alb. The proportional loss of the Re-
publicans is about IL per cent. and that of the
Democrats 6 bio per cent The reduction in their
majority is $500.
Ninety-seven towns in the First Congressional
District, give Stewart, Rep, 1917; Simmons
DEM, 5,3l6; Kidder, Gr., and scattering 1852;
giving Stewart majority of $3.50.
One hundred and twenty six towns in the Second
District give Grout, Rep. liz, 405; Goddard, DEM
1851; Cummings, Gnbk. and scattering, 1913;
making CIRCUITS majority 1886.
The complexion of the House of Representatives
IS as follows according to the returns Republicans
1913, Democrats "a, Greenbackers 4, Independents
In 1882 there were Republicans 1856; Democrats,
49, Independent Democrats, 2; Independent Repub-
licans, l; Greenbacks q
This shows comparatively large decrease this
year from the Democratic representation in 1882,
and about the same ratio Of increase over their re-
presentation in 1880, the Republican majority in
1880, 1882 and 1884, being respectively 90, i34,
and 157. The next Senate will consist of 81 Re-
publicans and Democrats. The Democratic
Senators are from Franklin County.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-09-06
A Nottingham Asks a Oue.tiou.

tariff which shuts out foreign manufac-
lection to American workingmen. -[Argus
The oppressed workingmen of Ireland and
other countries are coming to this country,
and when they are here we want tariff on
foreign manufactures to protect the labor Of
these workingmen, as well as native born,
against the cheap wages paid in foreign coun-
tries, so that they may receive compensation
for their labor sufficient to keep themselves
and families from becoming paupers, as so
many of them do in free trade England. Is
the Argus opposed to such protection, and
would it stop the admission of these laborsrs
from Ireland?
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-09-06
IN RUINS.
Two Hundred and Fifty Acres Over
A Pennsylvania Coal Nine
Caves In.
SIX MINERS KILLED AND FIVE
HUNDRED THROWN OUT OF
EMPLOYMENT.

WnKEsBARRE. Sept 5.-The Enterprise mine at
Port Bowkley was this morning the scene of the
most extensive cave in that has occurred in this
region for years, nearly 100 acres of ground set
Ting from four to six feet The Lehigh Valley rail-
road track sunk five feet, and traffic stopped for
some hours. The air in the mine was driven with
the violence of the explosion and forced its way out
of the shaft, almost wholly wrecking the inside
wrecked and it is feared the mine is ruined as it is
now full of gas. Five hundred persons are thrown
out of employment The owner of the mine last
week declined an offer of $500 900 for an inter est
in the coal lift. second fall took place this
ming, and the cavern now embraces fully $50 acres,
extending a distance of half mile The fall of
rock this evening is thought to be enormous. Six
miners we're killed. Even if the mine is not flooded
out it viii be at least year before 1T be put
in working order again. The loss will reach fully
$500 OOO
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-09-06
GENERAL NEWS.

A Springfield, H. despatch says the miners at
the Hickox, Springfield & Wilmington Coal
Co.'S mine have gone out on strike for an increase
OF Z12 TO per cent per bushel, Neghboring
mines are now paying 3 cents
Lester Harnet Morrow, of theNew Lebanon Shak-
ers, was In the sisters workshop yesterday and
while preparing to wax some autumn leaves and
flowers, the liquid wax caught fire, setting her
clothing in a blaze, fatally burning her and de.
ance.
The Association of Collegiate Alumni was in SEES
sion yesterday at Wellesley School, Philadelphia.
pied the chair. Among the members present were
graduates from the leading colleges and universi-
ties of the country. Numerous interesting papers
were read.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-09-06
DR.. LIE PrOhOn C0rrects Some Democrat
Misrepresentation.

To the Editor Of the Press:
had not the honor to be on the platform at
City Hall amongst the distinguished citizens
of Portland on Wednesday, as appears in one
daily paper Thursday morning.
And whilst correcting this mistake, avail
myself of the occasion to correct also false
hood published everywhere in connection with
the outrage committed by both political parties
on the person of Rev. John Bapst at Ellsworth,
during the fall of 1854. AS physician and
friend visited the Rev. gentleman at Bangor,
where he resided, within 70 hours after having
been tarred and feathered, and ridden on
rail The whole story was told to me and pub
ished in the "Univers' '-France. Names were
mentioned during the conversation in refer
ence to the Ellsworth affair."" but the name
of j. G. Blaine was never mentioned, and
am astonished at Democrats using falsehood
to support their own candidates.
e. P. LEPRoHoN, NJ. D.
Portland, Sept. 5, 1884,