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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09

The Locomotive C1aghorn Derailed at
Sand Fly Station.


The afternoon trains on the City and
Suburban Railway were delayed yester-
day by the obstruction of the main line
short distance north of Sand Fly station
by the locomotive Claghorn, which ran
through an open switch and blocked the
track from O'Clock until late last night
The ssClaghorn,'' in charge of Engineer
SNYDER. drew the noon special tram carry :
ing the members of the Isle OF nope
Yacht Club and their friends 70 WITNESS
the regatta at Montgomery. Inc engl-
nAer received orders TO leave the cars at
MONTGOMERY and bring his engine back
~ the citv- where it could be used in run
ming trains to the Base Ball Park. In
running ND the Montgomery branch to
to sand Fly station, there is a
sharp curve just before reaching the
switch. The engineer suppOsing that the
switch was turned for the Montgomery
branch did not slack up in rounding the
curve, thinking everything was all right.
A few rods from the station he
switch was open, where it had been
left by the regular train from Isle OF Hope
He reversed his engine, but having only
a small head of steam was unable 10 STOP
her and she went through the SWITCH
leaving the rails and bounding on the ties
some distance until she CAME W sup
several rods beyond on the main line.
The rails are laid on heavy stringer ties
and the locomotive was astride one OF
them on the cross ties at least afoOt below
the track.
The accident was reported to Superin-
tendent Johnston, who left with Assistant
Superintendent Ally and force Of men
on the O'Clock train to replace the
wreck. An extra car with lumber and
machinery was taken down and the for
ward trucks and pilots were removed
| from the derailed locomotive. She was
| then ssiackedv up on screws and drawn
on the track. The work occupied
| the entire afternoon. An engine and
| one car was fortunately on the Montgom
erv branch when the accident occurred
| and passengers were transferred with as
| little delay as possible. The accident
was an unfortunate one, occurring, as 1t
| did, on a day when special trains were
/ running. There was little loss, however.
beyond the delay and Inconvenience, and
no damage whatever resulted to the loco
/
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09
THE SECOND BALE.
ThomasviIIe Gets in a Sample of Ne

ThomasviIIe Gets In Sample of New
Cotton.
The second bale Of new cotton this sea-
son was received yesterday by Messrs.
Garnett, Stubs 4 Co., and was exhibited
in front of the Cotton Exchange. 1t was
shipped from ThOmasyille by Messrs.
Williams Il Mitchell, and was grown on
Dixon Bros plantation, near Duncan
Vile. 1t weighed 40 pounds, and was
classed in Thomasville as good ordinary.
Messrs. Williams IL Mitchell paid for it IL
cents per pound. 1t was bought here by
johnson & Jackson for 81 cents per pound.
The Cotton Exchange classed 1t as 'strict
good ordinary, but packed damp and gin
cut. with portion of unmatured cotton"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09

Edgeworth School, Baltimore Mui i
DOARDING and Day School for Young La
ID dies and Children. The 23d school yea. w ~
gins Thursday, Sept. IS. Circulars sent VI
application to the Principal. +
Mrs. H. p. LEFEBvRE, SO Franklin y,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09
Number of days on which rain fell, 10.
COMPARATIVE MEAN TEMPERATURE
COMPARATIVE PRECIPITATIONs
AUGUST WEATHER.
How an Indiana Prophet Has Mapped
it Out.

How an Indiana Prophet Has Mapped
it Out.
MOnsills, the Indiana weather prophet,
maps out a fair month of weather during
August.
The principal planetary disturbing po-
sitiOns are located from the 10th to Goth,
the 22d, oath and 2Sth.
The worst storm and earth disturbing
days should occur about the 10th to Goth,
Saturday to Wednesday; 22d, Friday; oath,
Sunday; 2Sth, Thursday.
August should supply us with weather
with a temperature averaging about the
mean of the season, bo,h in the United
States and Europe. The worst storm pc
RODS appear to be in two groups, one
from the 9th to the 9th, the other from the
10th to about the 10Th or I'D.
The United States Signal Service will
probably order hoisted the most justifi-
able cautiOnary marine signals tor the
following dates: The 9th to 9th, the 10th
to 2Oth or 22d, and perhaps the oath and
2Sth
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09
THE WEATHER.
Meteorological Summary for the Month
of July, 1884.

Meteorological Summary for the Month
of July, 1884.
We are indebted to Mr.. H. W. Ford,
Signal Observer at this station, for the
following report of the weather for the
month Of July:
Highest barometer, 30. 1855, on the sd.
Lowest barometer, 29.Sl3, on the 10th.
Monthly range of barometer, 1852.
Highest temperature, 96 deg, on the 9Th.
Lowest temperature, 6S.5 deg, on the Sth.
Monthly range of temperature, 275 deg.
Greatest daily range of temperature, 10
deg. on the oath.
Least daily range of temperature, 81 degr
on the 18th.
Mean daily range of temperature, 1873 deg
Mean daily dew-poInt, ll.6.
Mean daily relative humidity, 7l.6.
Prevailing direction of wind, southwest.
Total movement of wind, 4,79l miles
Highest velocity of wind and direction, Is
miles, east, on the 2lst.
Number of clear days, 9,
Number of fair days, IL.
Number of cloudy days, s.
Number of DAYS on which rain fell, 10,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09

In the South Atlantic States to-day:
Generally fair weather, except preceded
BY local rains on the North Carolina
coast, variable winds, generally north
easterIy, nearly stationary temperature,
and higher barometer.
The height Of the river at Augusta at
1:H O'Clock p. m. yesterday augusta
time) was Z feet inches, 3 inches higher
than during the preceding "a hours
Comparative statement OF temperature
at Savannah Aug. 5, 1883 and 1884:
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Circulation Of 20, 600 to p, 900 Copies,
Index to New AdvertisemsntG

Meeting Georgia Hussars.
Meeting OgIeth0Tpe Base Ball Club.
Notice TO cOusignees.
NOtice-Richardson & Barnard.
Pine and cypress lumber-BacOn Il Co.
Ladies and gentlemen wanted.
A place in cotton wanted.
Georgia Form Book wanted.
Drug clerk wanted.
Building on State street to rent.
Two nice front rooms to rent.
A small sum Of money found.
Flat found near Dautuskie Island.
Reward for return of stolen keys.
Small gold necklace lost.
Turtle soup at McVeigh's.
Limited partnership.
Refined sugars for sale low.
Georgia Military Academy.
Change Of name Of vessel.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09
USE
DIR. ULMER'S
LIVER CORRECTOR.

1t was awarded prizes over all competitors.
1t is faultless Family Medicine, and indors-
ed by eminent physicians.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09

Miss Belle Abel, who arrived in the
,,ifr n, THURSDAY from her home in Jack
sorvilla- sailed for New York yesterday
- ioin her company for the coming
season.
can't. g. A. Mercer, Mrs. II. I. Bolts
- Miss Bolts. Mr.. L. z. Davis and Nh.
mi p Bond were passengers on the
steamship City Of Augusta for New YORK
yesterday,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09

The wonder Of those who go to the Har-
nett House, in Savannah, is that so excel
lent table and such comfortable rooms
can be offered to the public at such mini
mum rates. Without exaggeration, the
table of the Harnett Is as good as that of
the Screven House, and the rates just one
half as large. Courteous treatment makes
up the sum Ofits attractions. The public
largely testified their appreciation
Jacksonville FEd.) Herald.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09
Come Now.

We have yet good many Of our best
Cashmere Suits on hand, but go they
must, if not at one price, they shall 60 at
some price. Tous they are like the spider
to the eye-in tact in our way-as we
must have room for our fall goods soon to
come. We offer you now our best cashmere
suits, yOur choice, at S12! If that amt
cheap then you never bought cheap suit
in your life. We have also more Youths
Suits than we know what to do with.
These are beautiful goods, and will fit
bows from 10 to II years; some of those
the regular price was S15, you can have
your choice now from Sc to $40. These
figures will convince you that we mean
business, and if you need clothes for your
self or your boys, never again will you be
offered such bargains. Famous New York
Clothing House, 40 Congress street.-AdO.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09

The funeral Of Mr.. Jefferson Roberts,
whose death occurred on Thursday, took
Mace Yesterday afternoon from his late
-.aidenee at ThunderbOlt. Mr.. Roberts
-,-o's formerly a lumber merchant OF this
cifv and had saw mill on the Eastern
~r5orves. some years after the war be
moved 10 ThunderbOlt, where he has since
resided. He was at one time the magis-
frafe for that district, and afterwards
1870 q store there.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09

The uniform scale of prices, the elegance
of cuisine, the comfortable, c.eanly 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, 1884-08-09
GEORGETOWN COLLEGE NJ

ACADEMIC DEPARTMENT Scuo
open Sept. II, 1854. Terms. sa0o U>r'aaNOOLS
Apply to PRESIDENT OF GEORGE FI119gal
COLLEGE, d. c. AONS
MEDICAL DEPARTMENT, leatpro.
Sept. y, 1854. Terms, $I00 per apnUn open
ply to j. w. H, LOYEJOY. NJ. II d. nAp'
200 VI I'm !. street L n :, w arlington Is. C'Na
], 1884. Terms, $50 per annum. AnnII , oet,
NJ. YEATNAN, cor. 9Th and si, Nh Y :.
w, Washington, D. G.. oe'9' \,
JAMES A. DOONAN, Sd. PRrsrnp,-
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"When Greek Meets Greek then Comes
the Tug of War"


The heading of our advertisement is
very appropriate when applied to our
trade, for there is constant war among
clothing dealers, especially this season of
the year. One Will claim to do more than
the other. 1t is needless for us to say that
we are the cheapest and most popular
CIothiers in the city, for our past reputa-
ton speaks for our future, as we have
never failed to do what we say. We will
now inform the public that tor the re-
mainder of this season we will offer great
inducements in the balance of our sum-
mer Stock. Straw and Manila Hats we
will sell at New York cost price, and
Clothing at a very small margin. All
those who wish to avail themselves of this
rare opportunity will find it to their in
terest to come early.
B. H. LEVY & Bro,
-Adu. 1S9, 191. 1913 Congress st.
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Religious Services.

First Presbyterian Church, Monterey
square, Rev. J. P. strider pastor.-No
preaching to-day. Young mems prayer
meeting at 10 a. m. Sabbath school at
$40 D. m
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WASHINGTON and Lee University,
PENTOPS ACADEMY, fT se' 2H45:

VILE. VIRGINIA. For Boys and Young
Men. Fully equipped. Begins September
10. Send for Catalogue. u,
Holm p SAMPSON A NJ PALS.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09
ANNUAL TRADE REVIEW
H A L L o f Is - 4.
MONDAY, SEPT. L.

The Annual Trade Review Of the business OF
Savannah and the South during the CONNER
cial year now about closing will be issued
by the MoRSISG NEws or Monday sept. !.
This edition will be printed on a mammoth
sheet, ssx52. and viii be, as all previous edi-
lions have been. a credit to Savannah.
In addition to a complete review Of the
business Of Savannah, embracing an its
branches, ard a resume Of its commercial and
shipping news, it viii also give general out
line OF the trade of the country.
This edition viii be a paper which every
citizen viii take a pride in sending abroad to
friends and correspondents, as an evidence OF
the prosperity Of his home, and will give to
those receiving copies OF it an accurate idea OF
the importance Of Savannah as a place of busi-
ness.
The outlook is excellent for an active and
healthy fan and winter business. The
stringencv Of the money market for months
past has compelled purchasers to limit their
demand. The sale OF the new crop, however
viii relieve the money pressure and bring
into market cash buyers. The Trade Review
affords an unsurpassed opportunity for our
merchants to address buyers Of Georgia and
Florida, people who do most Of their trading
with Savannah and look to the MORNING
NEWS for information.
In addition 10 being sent TO every reader Of
the DAILY MoRSISG NEWS, The Trade Re
view will be mailed to every subscriber to the
SAvANNAH WEEKLY NEWS. which editions,
with copies sent by advertmTs' will give this
issue an aggregate
Circulation Of 20, 900 to %, 900 Copies,
An advertisement in the columns Of the
Trade Review will be a direct solicitation
from the merchant to the buyer, and cannot
fail % be Of benefit.
Advertisements must be sent in by satur-
DAY noon. Aug. 80.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09
sWAR THNoRE COLLEGE.
Tod DnufIJ CNFWEG

FINDER care of members of the Reigiop,
u Society of Friends. Thirty min ties from
Broad street station. Full College Courses
Classical, Scientific and Literary. Also
Preparatory School. Location unsurpsssaS
for healthfulness. Extensive grounds: new
and costly buildings and apparatus Aeada.
mic year commences 18th month tsept.) Qfb
1884. Apply early to insure admission, For
catalogue and fun particulars. address
EDWARD ii. MAGILL. A. NJ, President
SWarthmOre, Delaware "a Po
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Augusta Female Seminary.
STANTON, VA. "
Hiss MARY !. RAInEIN- pr.i..,-

Opens September 8, closes June, lSS5
UNSURPASSED in its location n :.
u buildings and grounds, in its general al IL. ,s
pointG ents and sanitary arrangea ents y
full corps of superior and experienced fooa ~
ers. its unrivaled advantages Id Music No9
ern Languages, ElOcutiOn, Fine Arts Pbyo.
cal Culture, and instruction in the Inc,
and Practice of Bookkeeping. The sueeeesf5
efforts n ade to secure health, comfort ea5
happiness. Its opposition TO extravaqanoo!.
its standard of solid scholarship. For f18
particulars apply to the Principal for eatsl
logues.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09
Freight prepaid
1lPru A0urrtiarnlrntn.
PART ERSHIP.

A LIMITED partnership was formed under
N the laws of Georgia, on Aug. s, 1884,
between c. LUCIAN JONES, Of Savannah,
Ca, general partner, and HAROLD II.
LEWIS and FRANK 5. LEWIS, of Philadel
phia, Pa, Special partners. for a term Of two
years (this being in renewal of limited CO.
partnership heretofore existing between said
parties, a. d expiring by limitation on said
Aug. s. 1884, under the firm name of G.
LUCIAN JONES, for the transaction of
General Commission business in Savannah,
and said special partners have each con-
tributed to the common stock the sum of
Seven Thousand Five Hundred (S7,500) Dol
lars. Certificate is placed in the Clerks Of
flee of the Superior Court of Chatham County,
Ga.
c. LUCIAN JONES,
General Partner.
HAROLD X. LEWIS,
FRANK S. LEWIS,
Special Partners.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09

NOTICE.


THE following named parties will hear
Il something greatly to their advantage by
addressing CASH, care of this office:
ALLEN, HENRY ARMSTRONG, a.
BRACEwELL PETER heirs of Jos. BEHLER,
BAKER, STEPHNEY BUTLER, DICK
BLIZZARD, SUSIE BUTLER, SANDY
BOQUIN, AMANDA BURKE, GEORGE
BYTHEwOOD, JAS. BENKEN, J. H.
ELARBEE, ELLEN FORD, j.
FARMER, r. L. TERRELL, POLLY
GETHERs, ELIZA HOWARD, ELLA
JONES, PARKER JACKSON, A. A.
JENKINS, POLLY KELLY, ELIZA
LEWIS, RACHEL ANN STUART, ROBERT
SCURDY, MACK STR0BLE, WASHINGTON
STUBS, EDWARD JOINER, G.. j.
TUCKER j. S. WHITE, JOHN
WILLIAMS, JAMES WASHINGTON, JOE
WILLIS, EDWARD CARTER, HAZEL
WALKER, JOHN.
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gnmrattonal
Georgia Military Academy
SAVANNAH, GA.

TNccooRPoRATED and governed bv.
Il of Trustees. a full and able ror ~ board
fessors. Location unsurpassed w e q Pro.
and healthfulness. Discipline equal Il esessuty
the best schools Of the eountrv y mat d
Preparatory Department. n sparats
The fall session begins Oct. 5.
Catalogues can be procured at N.
Office, city, or of ue NeFs
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09

COttOn-belt bulletin for the twenty-fOur
hours ending at o'clock p. m. Aug. 8:
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09
TeuoDuS Fugit.

Time flies, sure enough, and the first
thing we know fall will be here with its
sultry moons and pleasant nights. You
haven't much time, therefore, left in which
to enjoy the tempting bargains offered in
my splendid Summer Clothing for Gents,
Boys and Men. While the demand has
been steady and unprecedented, good Sc
lections can still be made. Aside from
the comfort of thin suit these sticky
days, it is a genuine treat to get into some
thing that l0iU tit QOu as though your
measure had been taken by tailor. This
is my ''strong holt" and l am going to
keep it up and save money to you, and
dress my patrons becomingly and we'll.
The summer goods must go, no use talk
ing, the knife is in and bargains are drop
ping. l can fix you up too in Shirts, I'm
derwear, Collars, Cuffs, Hats, and Gents
outfits generally at good deal less than
Fancy Furnishing Store" prices. Look
for the BIG ARM, 159 BrOughton street,
and drop in. Simon Mitchell.-AdU.
La Petite Silk Umbrellas. First, the
smallest when rolled up; second, the
strongest when in use; third, the lightest
that can be made. At Belsingers, "a
Whitaker street.-AdU.
The latest designs of Sleeve Buttons,
Scarf Pins and Pebble Collar Buttons, at
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09
Wesleyan Female College.
MACON. CA.

4 Most elegant buildings in the South All
modern conveniences. Best advantages in
Literature, Music and Art. Special att6ntim
to health and comfort of pupils Moderate
charges. Apply early to W. c. BASS.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09
xaotrn' zlmnrrwrar.
PLATSHEK'S GIGANTIC REDUCTIONS
1873 BRoUcHToN STREET.
FOR EVER YON Il.
We are offering grand bargains in every
YOUR ATTENTION Is CALLED.


LADIES' MUSLIN UNDERWEAR.
Our large and handsome selection of Ladies'
/ Muslin Underwear, comprising all the new
1 designs and styles in Chemise. Gowns, Pant
lets, etc, are now at surprising low prices, OF
which below is a few quotations:
ChemIse, well made, neatly trimmed, 5Oe. +;
| worth 79c.
Chemise, deliberately trimmed, 75c.; worth
! 81 y.
Chemise, exquisitely trimmed, 81 90; worth
! 81 SO.
| Pantlets, embroidery trimmed, Soc; worth
| SIC.
Pantlets. embroidery trimmed, elaborate,
! 75c.; worth 81 rs.
Gowns, frilled embroidery front, 75c.; worth
| 81 u.
Gowns, tucks and embroidery front, 81 90;
/ worth ST 80.
Gowns, tucks and embroidery tfne), 81 25;
worth 81 90.
Gowns, pufs, tucks and embroidery (hand-
| some), 81 so; worth 81 so.
lFaSoIS, ParasoIS, ParaSoIS.
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$Fppa.

The latest designs of Sleeve Buttons,
Scarf Pins and Pebble Collar Buttons, at
Belsinger's, "A Whitaker street.-Ado.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09

ST. JOHNS COLLEGE

C1AD1Ahs \. l.,
FINDER the direction Of Jesnit r.,
~ affords every facility for the ba.t as.asfs
cal, scientific and commercial ed siassj.
Terms, board and tuition per wear S1SSs
dies Will be resumed Sept. 3, 1854. F Ear Z. ~
particulars apply to VI luftha
REV. T. +. IDEALLY. J. Pro,f4
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HIarshan House.

A new line of Neck Wear, just received,
at Belsinger's, "A Whitaker street.-AdU.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-09

A complete line of Gents Furnishing
Goods at Belsinger's, "a Whitaker street.
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University OF Virginia.

The Slxty-hrst session Of this institution will
open October !. 1884. Thorough instruction
in Literary. Scientifc and Professional De-
pGrtments, including Lam, Medieine Bngl-
zeeriag and 4 grfrulfars. For information ap-
Div to DR.JAMES f. HARRISON, Chairman
of Faculty, p. o., University OF Va
The Middlebury register and Addison County journal. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1883-1885, 1884-03-21
NATIONAL EDUCATION.
Provisions Of the NORTH Hill, Re-
ported TO the Senate Eavorably.

The Morrill, Educational bill, reported fav-
orably to the United States Senate from the
committee on education and labor, pro-
vdes for the setting apart forever of the net
proceeds of the sales of public lands, and
annually of a sum of money equal to one
halt of the moneys paid into the treasury
in each year by Pacific railroad companies
under the Thurman act, for the education
of the people, TO be app)rtioned 10 the sew
eral States and Territories and the District
of Columbia, upon the basis of population
between the ages Of five and twenty years,
as an educational fund. and to bear in
tergst at the rate Of four per cent, the in
tere.t only to be paid for educational
purposes Two-thirdS of the income
arising from this fund shall be
annually appropriated to the free
and impartial education in public schools of
all children between the age of SIX and six
teen years; one third shall be appropriated
to the endowment and support OF agrlcul
Uural colleges until the annual income of
such colleges shall have reached the sum of
SD, 900, when only that sum shalt be appro-
urated t. them.
1t provides for the establishment in these
colleges of schools for the instruction of
females in such branches of techn, ca or III
du>trial education as are SUITED to their SIX.
1t also provides that sum not exceeding
fifty per cent. of the amount ap propriate
to any state or Territory may he applied in
the first year TO tn maintenance of one or
more schools for the instruction of teachers
of common schools and not ex reedins ten per
cent. of the amount in each year there
after may be appie1 to the same
purpose. 1t provides that to entitle any
State, Territ ny, or the District of Columbia
TO the benefits OF this act it shall maintain
for at least three months in each year until
January !, 1857, an thereafter four months
in each year, "A system of free pubic schools
for all the children within its limits between
the ages Of six and sixteen, andshall, through
the proper officer thereof, for the year
en- ling June 80 last preceding such
apportionme IT. make full report to
the comm ssioner of education, of
the number OF public free schools, the mum
Der of tea hers employed, the number of
hoo houses owned aud the number of
school-hou3es hired, the total number of
children taught during the year, the actual
daily attendance, and the actual number of
months in the year schools have been main
tanned in each of thu several school districts
or divisions Of sl State, Territory or dis
trict, and the amounts appropriated by the
le IiSiature, or otherwise received, for the
purpose OF maintaining a system OF tree
public schools.