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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
TWO STEAMERS BURNED.
BOTH PARTIES HARD UP.
All Efforts to Get Little Soap to Greas
the HeeIers Fall Through.

All Efforts to Get Little Soap to Grease
the HeeIers Fall Through.
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25.-The appeals
for money to be used in the close Congress
sional districts, which are beginning to
pour in upon the Republican and Demo-
cratic Congressional Campaign Commit
tees, are met by discouraging refusals. A
similar state of affairs on a larger scale is
reported to exist at the national head
quarters of the two parties in New York.
Neither party seems to have any money as
yet. The refusal to give the party mana
gers the funds which they so earnestly
beg eXcltes their anger. They are writing
here and to the committees in New York,
declaring that they must have money.
This is the time for hard licks, and if
hard licks are not put in now the election
cannot be carried. Meanwhile both COM
mittees are econOmiZing at every point in
order to make the little money they have
meet the absolutely necessary expenses.
Even documents that used to be given
away to every conner, and sent away to
every campaign committee, are now
given only tor cash. Secretary McPher-
sons committee is even ignoring the ac-
tiOn of former Congressional commit
tees, in that it does not dis
tribute McPherson's handbook free of
cost. 1t simply refers inquirers to the
book shops. A member Of the Demo-
cratic Congressional Committee said to-
day that it looked as if money would not
be one of the controlling elements of this
campaign. "Up to this time," he said, ''no
money has been shown, and if it was not
out now, it might not be expected to take
much part in the campaign. And it
WON'T" he said.
"Why?'
because they haven't got it. 1t can't
be had. Though the financial troubles
now are not as serious, the symptoms are
as bad as they were during the panic of
1915. Everything is threatening. The
New York financiers see it, and they are
going to hold on to what they have.
They absolutely refuse to make big
political contributions. They look upon
it as poor investment at this time. The
little money the Republicans get out of
the government clerks and from other
sources will not amount to much, and
both parties will do well if they have
money enough to meet expenses"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
RIOT F0ILED AT DAWSON.
THE PRESENCE OF THE TROOPS
OVERAWES THE BLACKS.

Jones' Execution Accomplished De
spite the Threats of His Brothers in
Blaek-The Wreeking of the Special
Train the Work of the Rioters-No
Lives Lost.
ALBANY, GA, Aug. 25.-The result of
to-day's investigation proved the truth of
the assertion in last nights special to the
NEWS that the wrecking of the special
train conveying the Albany Guards and
jackson Light Infantry to the scene of
the threatened negro uprising at Dawson,
was the result of fObstructiOns placed on the
track by negroes. Though all were well
shaken up and some considerably bruised
no one aboard the train was seriously
injured except the fireman.
When about mile north of the CITY the
engineer sighted pile of distractions on
the track. He reversed his lever and nut
on the air brakes, but was too late to
prevent the engine and three cars
from being thrown from the track.
An engine was telegraphed for at
Smithville, and the military proceeded to
Dawson, not arriving there, however.
until an early hour this morning. owing
to the detention caused by the wrecking
of the special.
AT THE SEAT OF WAR.
When the military reached Dawson
they found the town thrOnged with me-
groes, the number being estimated at not
eless than 5000. They fell back as the
troops marched to the Jail and surrounded
1t IN readiness to repel any attack that
might be made. The scene was warIike
in the extreme.
As the two cannon of the ARTILLERY
were unlimbered for action and the senti-
nels OF the infantry paced to and fro on
thelr beats, the negroes knew that the
authorities would not bear tamDerIng
with and their demeanOr was changed in
twlnkling. The closing of the saloons
and the presence of the troops had the
desired effect of Overawing the negroes
and averting the crisis, which was pree-
nant with rioting, bloodshed and incen-
diarism.
JONES' EXECUTION.
At II O'Clock George Jones, the black
raplst, whose threatened rescue gave
birth to the excitement, was led from his
cell and under the guard of military
marched to the gibbet, where at 1920
O'Clock he was hanged without word of
explanation or murmuring. He appeared
utterly Indifferent to his fate, and main
tained the same stOIcal Indifference which
has characterized his demeauOr since his
incarceration in Jail.
Sheriff Thornton acted with great in
trepidatiOn, and his management of the
whole affair has been universally ap-
plauded. There is no question but what
the negroes for several counties around
contemplated organized resistance, but
when they found that the Mayor and
Sheriff had made such ample preparations
for their reception, they gave up the effort
and tamely submitted.
Tonight, the town having been restored
to its wOnted tranquility, the troops re-
turned home. They are a fine body of
men, and won encOmiums on all sides.
A reward Of$200 has been offered for the
capture of the miscreants who att tempted
to wreck the train. Three negroes are
suspected.
Jones was hanged this morning. He
confessed the crime upon the gallOws.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
PAY HONOR TO ARTHUR.
Chandler Takes a Fleet Down to TIN
Presidents Fishing Ground.

Chandler Takes a Fleet Down to the
Presidents Fishing Ground.
PROVIDENCE, R. l., Aug. 25.-The
naval squadron went out from Newport
this afternoon to West Island. Secretary
Chandler was on the Tennessee, the other
vessels being the Swatara, Vandalia and
Alliance. On the Alliance was the Senate
Committee on Ordnance, their ladies,
and Attorney General Brewster.
The purpose of going to West Island
was to pay their respects to President
Arthur and to salute him. On the way
the Tennessee, when outside Seal Rock,
went ON Blind ledge. Capt. Selfridge, who
was on board, says that the chart gives
nine fathoms of water to the spot where
the vessel struck.
She came off without assistance after a
delay of fifteen minutes. AS she was un-
injured, she joined the other ships on the
way down. President Arthur was fishing
when the squadron hove in sight. Then,
after brief tarry there, the fleet returned,
arriving at Newport at 7 O'Clock. Presi-
dent Arthur will arrive In Newport be-
tween II and II O'Clock tomorrow on the
Dispatch, and will be saluted by the
suuadrOD,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
THE NEWS AT MACON.
Lewis Quits the Messenger-One Negro
Boy Kills Another.

MACON, Ca, Aug. 25.-Sunday after
noon two negro boys, Ben McKoy and
George Napier, found an old rusty pistol
in dirt heap, and commenced examining
it. McKoy was turning the cylinder with
his fingers, and Napier looking down the
muzzle of the weapon. Suddenly the pis-
tol went off. The ball entered the right
eye of Napier and penetrated the brain,
killing him instantly. The Coroner's
jury rendered verdict of accidental kill
ing.
A CHURCH BURNED.
Sunday morning the negro Baptist
Church, the famous lecherous preacher
Eli Smith, pastor, was set on fire and
burned down. The fire caused much ex-
citement among the colored people. Smith
has many enemies, and also numerous
friends. He has lately figured largely in
the courts because of his immoral con-
duct.
LADY RUN OVER.
This afternoon Mrs. Peter Harris, we'll
known Macon lady, was run over and
knocked down by runaway horse on
Oglethorpe street. She was badly injured.
NEGRO FIREMEN.
The two Macon negro hose companies
Irlce NO. ana PhRnlX NO. 9-had reel
race to-day for the championship and
purse of $40. The test was to run 100
yards, lay 100 feet of hose, make connec-
tion, and throw % feet Of water. No. 9
won in 272s seconds, against No. S's 2S16
seconds. The second test, to lay 100 feet
OF hose. disconnected centre, six men to
run 100 yards to hose, make connections,
and throw % feet of water, No. won in
2lH seconds. No. made burst.
BASE BALL.
No. Fire COmpany's nine expects to
challenge the Macon Volunteers nine,
which beat the Chathams, to a base ball
match next week at the park.
LEWIS QUITS THE MESSENGER.
Sidney Lewis stated on the streets of
Macon to-day, that on last Saturday night
he severed his editorial connection with
the telegraph and Messenger. This an
nouncement has caused much surprise
here. Mr.. Lewis had charge of the Geor-
gia news column of that journal until
lately, and was also editorial paragraph
writer. The cause of Mr.. Lewis sever
ance is said to be that his Democracy
would no longer permit him to remain
with the IeleGrdph because of it's in
clined Republican prOclivities in the
Presidential campaign now pending.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
NT1rder on Ton of Murder.

GALVESTON, TEX, Aug. PA special
from Waco says: s'It is reported here
that a terrible tragedy occurred yesterday
in Coryelle county. A young man named
Graham, was recently stabbed fatally by
a companion. The father OF Granam
met his sons assassin in company with
the latter's father, at young Graham s
grave. Angry words passed. leading 10
a desperate battle, resulting in the death
of both fathers at the hands Of the young
assassin.n
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
VIRGINIA TROOPS UNDER ARMS
A Threat by Negroes to Lynch a Pris-
oner Causes the Alarm.

A Threat by Negroes to Lynch a Pris-
Oner Causes the Alarm.
LYNCHBURG, VA, Aug. 25.-The Lynch
burg Home Guard are under arms await
ing orders from the Sheriff of Amherst
county to resist a threatened attack on
the Jail. Under great provOcation Ell
bridge Morris, prominent young farmer
of that county, on Saturday, threw boot
jack at Lou Green, a negro woman, and
broke her skull. The woman died from
the effects of her injury. The assault was
provoked by gross insults to Morris
mother. Morris was placed in Jail, and a
posse of citizens guarded the building last
night. A band of negroes assembled near
the court house, but made no demonstra-
ton. Trouble is feared tonight.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
rhe Coal Centre Tronhles.

PITTSBURG, Aug. pa special from
Coal Centre, Pa, says: ''The miners
camp was reinforced to-day by the wives,
mothers and children of the miners ar
rested last week. This afternoon about
fifty of them, headed by an old, gray
haired woman, marched to the Office of
Squire Dawson, at California, and ap-
piled for admission to the poor house,
claiming that they had no means OF sup
port. Their application was refused and
the party took up their march to Operator
Heels house, but the special officers there
would not permit them to enter the
grounds, and they returned to the camp"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
A RIOT AT THE MINES.
Strikers Attack Poles and are Resisted
by PinkertOn's Detectives.

Strikers Attack Poles and are Resisted
by PinkertOn's Detectives.
COLUMBUS, o., Aug. 25.-One hundred
Polish miners from Toledo were taken to
Buchtel this morning, and placed in a
stone house, to be guarded for a time
from the striking miners. The latter en-
deayored to drive the guard back, but
were resisted by detectives. and it looked
for time as if there would be a riot. A
crowd of several hundred men, women
and children had gathered around the
new mines, and were apparently deter
mined upon an assault. One of the inter-
prefers who accompanied the Polish
miners was knocked down by q striking
miner, and, it is reported, is in a critical
condition. Lieut.. Hay, having in charge
the PinkertOn detectives in the employ OF
the syndicate telegraphed to the Sheriff at
Athens that the situation was threaten
ing and he would be obliged to use vio-
lence to protect himself and the property
of the syndicate and railroad company.
General Superintendent Carr, of the
Columbus, Hooking Valley and Toledo
Railroad, reported to GOV. Hoadly that
an attack had been made in the morning
aid also that the telegraph wires had
been cut, and wanted to know if under
dered out to protect property. The
Governor was not in the city, but
his private secretary communicated
with him, and also stated that it would
be impossible, under the law, to furnish
troops till the Sheriff had exhausted all
his forces, and then having failed to re-
store order, he could call on the State.
The Governors Guard, of this city, has
been ordered to be IN readiness should its
services be demanded. The officers OF the
syndicate have applied to the State for
arms to be furnished them, and special
cOnstables who should take the place of
the detectives now on duty, but arms
were refused, as the authorities had no
power to give them out. The
representatives of the syndicate say that
the Sheriff of Athens was called upon at
the beginning of the trouble, and refused
TO have anything to do with it, but
changed his mind and went to Buchtel,
where he commanded the peace. The
opinion of the officials is that as long as
the Sheriff endeayOrs to maintain order
there will be no trouble, but should he
keep his peace there will be bloOdshed, as
they have armed men employed to protect
their property, and say that they VIII do
il at ALI hazards.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
The broadway RaiIroad

NEW YORK, Aug 25.-An in,nnetion
was served on the President and members
of the Board of Aldermen today restrain
ing them from taking further action in
the matter Of the Broadway Surface Road.
The board recently granted a franchise to
company to run cars on Broadway.
The Mayor vetoed it. The franchise is
worth at least 81, ,000, 900. When the mo-
tion was made that all such franchises
should be sold at auction to the highest
bidder it was voted down.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
MONEY NEEDED IN OHIO.
Republican Admits the GIOOmines
of BIaine's Prospects

A Republican Admits the GIoOminess
of Blaine's Prospects.
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25.-Congressman
j. d. Taylor, of Ohio, came into the Re-
publican committee rooms to-day. "What
is the political situation in Ohio?" he was
asked.
Everything is all right, 1 guess" he
replied, casually.
''But," suggested the reporter, ''the
Democrats say that they will probably
carry the State for Cleveland"
elf they do it will be because we can't
get the Republican voters out. That is
the trouble, to get the voters out. 1t was
owing to the stay-at-homes that they beat
us two years ago."
elbow are they to be brought outf'
''By having a perfect organization and
good managers in every district and
ward. You can't bring them out by mere
enthusiasm. If the committee sits down
and says it has no money and can't do
anything, we might as well give dp.o
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
Mormons Bewa1l the Massaons

SALT LAKE, Aug. 25.-Memorial SER
vices in the Great Mormon Tabernacle
were attended yesterday by immense
crowds in honor of the martyrs in Ten
nessee. The bodies arrived Thursday.
The meeting was under the direction of
the Presidency Of this stake. The speak.
ers bewail the wickedness ofthe Gentiles.
and said that the slain were better than
their slaYeEs. Much stress was laid on
Cue "Crown of Glory' ready for the mar
tyrs. Similar service took place at all
the 'sStakes'' Of Zion.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
FLORIDA,s METROPOLIS.
Gen. Perry's Canvass Sweeping Every
thing Before it-A Murder,

Gen. Perry's Canvass Sweeping Every
thing Before it-A Murder.
JACKSONVILLE, FLA, Aug. 25.-Warren
Prince was killed yesterday by George
Mitchell. Both were negroes, aged re-
spectively 10 and II years.
Ocala gave Gen. Perry this morning a
grand ovation. He was escorted from the
depot by 1000 mounted men wearing red
sashes. 1t is estimated that 5000 persons
were present. Speeches were made by
Messrs. Perry, Mabry, Barnes, Graves
&hp pOugherty. They had large and
~ siastic meeting at Madison Satur-
d. "a large number of ladies were pre-
sd bn both occasions. 1t is rumOred
txaseveral prominent supporters of Pope
a%W aldo have declared for Perry.
A Gagged rattlesnake gave birth to eleven
young ones last night.
The filibustering schooner Shavers
has been sold by the United States Mar
shall at Key West for $500.
A train stopped at a draw-bridge at
Pensacola, on the Pensacola and Atlantic
Railway, this morning, and finding no
signals to go ahead, the conductor went
forward and found the watchman dead
on the track with twenty-three balls in
his body
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
vERMoNT's ExPERIENCE,

BosIoN, Aug. 25.-Concord, n. H., re-
ports that quite heavy frost occurred in
the Merrimac River Valley last night,
causing considerable damage to vegeta-
tion. AT Canaan, VT, this morning the
mercury stood at % degrees, being a
change of more than 20 degrees in tenn
perature since last Thursday. A large
amount of garden stuff was DESTROYED
there by last nights frost. Several other
towns in Central Vermont had heavy
frosts last night, and this morning ice
formed in the vicinity of MiddIesex. VT.
and garden crops were much ininred.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
The blaine scandal.

SAN Francisco, Aug. 25.-The EUentng
Post publishes statement from Mrs. Alb
bic l.. Marble, employed in the San Fran
cisco post office, and sister of MIS-. j u.
Blaine, denying the published accounts
that Mrs. Blaine's father forced Blaine at
the muzzIe of a shotgun to marry her.
Mrs. Marble says that the circumstance
was simply impossible as her father died
in January. 1916, and never knew or saw
Rlaine. and it was not till six years after
his death that her sister, Miss Stanwood,
now Mrs. Blaine, saw Blaine for the first
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
Laborers Rioting.

DIXON, ILL, Aug. PA riot broke out
yesterday among the Italian laborers near
here. Over thirty men were engaged in
the melee. Knives, clubs and shOvels
were freely used, and three men perhaps
-rare fatally injured. One was stabbed
Svo times and another had an arm and a
law broken. The cause of the trouble is
upIxnOWn.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26

BOSTON, Aug. 25.-ROyal b. Conant,
while attempting to board train at Pea
body to-day, fell under the wheels and
received injuries which rendered neces-
sary the amputation of his right leg above
the knee. Conant was cashier OF the Ell
lott National Bank, whose defalcation
amounted to $4,000 in 1878, for which he
was sentenced to State prison at Concord,
but was pardoned by President Arthur on
account of mitigating circumstances. He
has lately been employed by Boston oil
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
SHOOTS A SCHOOL TEACHER,
DISASTER IN A STORM.

Several Vessels Wrecked off Carboneer
with Loss of Life.
ST. JOHN, N. F., Aug. 25.--From vari-
Gus quarters disastrous news arrives of
the results of a recent thunder storm at
Carboueer. Two houses were destroyed
and trees were uprooted. At Outer Cove
fifteen fishing smacks were lost, and the
schooner Betsy is total wreck. On
Spracklin Island the schOoners Petrol and
Elizabeth were lost in White Bay, and a
nshing smack with tour men and two
lady passengers was lost off Cape Broyle.
1t is reported that large lumber ship
was lost in st. Georges Bay, but no par
ticnlars have been racnived
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
ENGLAND's TROOPS IN EGYPT.
The Plans for the Coming Campaign
Still in Preparation.


LONDON, Aug. 25.-Soldiers from Ber-
Der report that 636 Egyptian officers and
soldiers are in the hands of the rebels,
who treat them as slaves. The rebels
pray for Ell Mahdi instead of for the Sultan,
and declare the Turks heathens, who are
to be killed or expelled.
Two thousand natives have been col
lected at Wady Halfa preparatory to
hauling steamers through the cataracts.
The food supply for the men presents a
difficulty, as it must mainly come from
lower Egypt.
Mounted infantry for the Gordon relief
expedition have started from Cairo for
Wady Halfa. They will ascend the river
to assist and go from there on camels to
KhartOum.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
Kate Smotseyis Long East.

FORT PLAIN, N. Y, Aug. 25.-Kate
Smotsey is in about the same condition as
she has been for the past few days. She
is apparently not much weaker, is con-
scious, and converses with her family,
but takes no nourishment, and desires
none. She takes no drink of any kind.
This is the 167th day Of her fast.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26

the great songsttess, says of solon Pal
mer's Perfumes, Toilet Soaps and other
Toilet articles: ~ unhesitatingly pro-
nounce them superior to any | ever
used" Principal Depot, 374 and 376 Pearl
street, New York.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
AFFAIRS IN SOUTH AMERICA.

A Loan on Canal Earnings-Matters i'm
Peru Badly Mixed Up.
NEW YORK, Aug. 25.-Panama advices
of Aug. 16 state that there is talk of the
republic making a loan of $15, 100000 upon
its share of the canals earnings and lots
of land reserved upon the canal bank, the
money to be used in public works.
The French Consul is receiving liberal
contributions for cholera victims in
Franco
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
Foleer Issnes His con

WASHINGTON. Aug. 25.-A call was
issued from the Treasury to-day for $1O,-
0OO,OO0 OF per cent. bonds for redemption.
Ihis is the one hundred and thirtieth of
the bond calls. 1t natures Sent. 70.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
SOUTHERN HARBoRs.
The Facts and Figures as Contained in
the Official Report.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 25.-The following
table summarizes the report of Col. Gill
more, of the Engineer Corps, on the i'm
prOvement of rivers and harbors in Geor-
gia, Florida and South Carolina for the
past fiscal year, with the amount expend-
ed, asked for, and available:
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
Ross and Teemer.

RIcHFIELD SPRINGS, NY, Aug. 25:-
me race between Ross and Teemer at
saratoga, on sept. 2, is of. Ross will
row feemer at Point of Pines, near Bos-
ton, about Sept. 20.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
PISTOLS IN SCHOOLS.
A Pretty Pupil and a School Teache
Shnt ON the Same DAY

A Pretty Pupil and a School Teacher
Shot on the Same Day.
UTICA, n. Y, Aug. 25.-Jennie Tracy,
of Oxford, having refused to marry Will
liam Roberts, the latter shot her as she
was leaving the Academy at noon to-day,
and it is not thought that she can live.
Threats of lynching were made when
Roberts was arrested.
SHOOTS A SCHOOL TEACHER.
MARKDALE. ONT, Aug. 25.-This after
noon William Morris, Principal of the
Markdale school, shot Miss Ford, the
second teacher. He fired five shots, three
taking effect. He then shot himself dead.
Miss Ford is still alive. but cannot re-
cover.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26

The Fenian Head Centre Dead,

INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 25.-Dr. John q.
Waters died to-day at st. Vincent Hos
pital in this city, aged 53 years. He was
chief of the Fenian organization, having
succeeded James Stephens as head
centre.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-08-26
Ease Ball.
DdBe BALL.
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25.-Games of

W WAsHINGToN, Aug. 25.-Games Of base
ball were played to-day as follows:
At Newark, N. J.-Domestics <. Yorks1
At Boston-Boston (Unions) 9. Wilmington
At Pittsburg-The first game played by
FlttsDurg and st. Louis here was won by the
former IN IL innings, the score being Pitts
burg 8. st. Louis 2
At Baltimore-Baltimore 9. Allegheny 2;
Baltimore (Unions) 13, Nationals II.
Az Philadelphia-Ath thletlcs 8, Brooklyn L;
Philadelphia g, Buffalo 8.
At st. Louis, Sunday-St. Louis 8, Indian
apolis 8. After II innings the game was stop
ped by darkness,