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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
IDLE MEN DEMAND WORK.
THE LABOR CRISIS IN FRANCE
GROWING SERIOUS.

Police and Troops Obliged to Dfsperse
Starving MalcOntents-The Wages of
Pennsylvania Carpet Weavers Re
duced-Mills Closing in Many Parts of
the Country.
LYONS, Nov. 19.-While body of mu-
nicipal laborers were engaged today in
filling up mOats around the Notifications
about a thousand wOrkingmen entered
the works and demanded employment.
accompanying their demand with me-
nacing threats towards the laborers
already engaged. The Commissary of Po-
lice addressed the intruders, urging them
to desist, but his efforts at appeasing them
were unaVailing, and he was compelled
to summon the assistance of gendarmes
to eject them. The men, however re-
turned, and forced an entry into the
works. A force of cuirassiers was then
summoned, who charged upon and dis
persed the rioters. Several arrests were
made. A renewal of the trouble, it is
feared. will be made tomorrow.
CARPET wEAvERs' WAGES REDUCED.
PHILADELPHIA, Nov ia number of
ingram carpet manufacturers have agreed
to reduce the wages of their employees
from 16 to 20 per cent. The EMPLOYERS saw
Eastern manufacturers. it is said that
the depression in the carpet trade has not
been brought about by oVer-produc-
ductiOn, but really from lack of con-
sumption. To-day the mills are busy,
although the demand has fallen off. Phila-
delphla manufacturers have been paying
more in wages than Eastern ones. There
has been no reduction in wages among
these weavers for years. The EMPLOYERS,
hOWnVnr OnGt OOODpta with Of II, tho
trade, and they believe that their en-
ployes well understand the situation of
affairs. The effect of the reduction will
be that wages that were $15 will now be
$12 per week.
THE PAPER TRADES DEPRESSION.
SPRINGFIELD, MASS, Nov. 19.-The
manufacturers of book paper at Holyoke
decided not to follow the example of the
fine writing mills in shutting down dur
ing the last full week in November, De-
cember and January. Ninety per cent. of
the fine mills will stand by the agree
ment, and the suspension begins next
week. The finishing departments will be
run as usual, so that the shutting down
will amount to the same thing as though
the mills did not run nights.
MINERS FINED.
WASHINGTON, PA, Nov. 19.-Forty
coal miners, including President Costello
of the Miners Union, charged with con-
spiracy for interfering with non-uniOn
workmen during the late fourth pool
strike, to-day entered plea of non 10lunt
CORtendere and were each fined one cent
and costs.
MILL SHUTS DOWN.
READING, PA, Nov. 19.-The large
plate mill of McIlvaine & Co., closed to-
day for a week on account of lack of or
ders. The puddle mill of the firm is run
ming as usual. The Reading Hardware
Company has reduced the time of its sew
eral hundred employees from 10 to hours
per day, owing to dulness in the trade.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
senator Anthony,s successor

PROVIDENCE, R. l., Nov. 19.-Gov.
Brown to-day appointed Hon. William p.
Sheffield, of Newport, to the United
Anthony. until the assembling of the
Legislature in January session, when a
Senator will be elected. Mr.. Sheffield. in
1861, was elected Representative to the
Thirty-Seventh Congress as Republican,
and served until 1868. He was member
of the committee which revised the State
laws in 1869, and has probably had more
to do with shaping the statutes as they
stand than any other person, and has
been regarded for long time as one of
the best interpreters of Rhode Island law
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
A Remedy for Lung Diseases.

DR.. Robert Newton, late President OF
the Eclectic College of the City of New
York, and formerly of Cincinnati. Ohio.
used DIR. VIM. HALL's BALsAM very ex-
tensively in his practice, as many of his
patients, now living and restored to
health by the use of this invaluable medi-
cine, can amply testify. He always said
that so good remedy ought not to be con-
sidered merely as patent medicine, but
that it ought to be prescribed by every
physician as a sovereign remedy in all
cases of Lung diseases. 1t cures Con-
umptIon and all pectoral complaints.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
ME KINGs COUNTY CANYAss.
MERCHANTS AS AsABODY-GUARD.
They VIII Protect Grover on His Way
to the White House.

AhcN w III TOBoGb OFOE6E on HIS Way
to the White House.
The Produce and Maritime Exchange
Cleveland and Hendricks Club, says the
New York Morning Journal of Nov. 1S,
yesterday decided to retain their head
quarters in the Stevens House until March
4. Secretary Meakim has addressed the
President-elect and rendered him an es-
cOrt of 1000 merchants from Albany to
Washington.
In the event of the Governors accept
ance of the escort, it is proposed
that it it be made up of Representatives
from the Stock, Cotton, Petroleum,
Coffee, Metal, Wine and Distillers and
other Exchanges, besides the lower Wall
Street, Dry Goods, jewelers., Stock Clerks,
West Side Merchants, Pottery and Glass
ware, Millinery, Columbia College, Yale
College, College of Physicians and Sur
geOns, Shoe and Leather, Hardware,
Washington Market and Printers and
Publishers Cleveland and Hendricks
Clubs.
They propose to have a special train of
drawing-room coaches. Fireworks by the
cord and champagne by the hOgshead,
together with a loaf or two of bread, will
make the Journey pleasant for all,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
Editor De Young Shot.

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 19.-M. Il. De
Young, proprietor of the Chronicle, was
shot at $3.50 O'Clock this evening by
AdOlph Spreckels, son OF Claus Spreck-
els, the Hawaiian sugar king. The shoot
ing took place in the business office of the
Chronicle. Spreckels fired twice. The
first shot took effect in the lett arm. a
little above the elbow, and the second in
the left shoulder. The shooting was the
outcome of an article published in the
Chronicle last Sunday morning respect
ing the affairs of the Hawaiian Commercial
Sugar Company. Spreckels was ar
rQgtpd
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
Two Craoksmen rranned

GREENFIELD, MASS, Nov. 19.-Frank
and John Hall were arrested late last
night at Miller's Falls by Sheriff Bryant
for the robbery of Pierce's store, in this
town. The men made a desperate re-
sistance, but were finally overpowered.
The key of PIerce's money drawer and
$50 of stolen money were found on their
persons. At noon to-day Frank Hall
lowing a large quantity of arsenic. His
brother claims that Frank has been en-
plOyed in Boston as a car conductor, but
the police believe that both men were
professional cracksmen,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
A Chinaman,s TrnnhIea.

New YORK, Nov. 19.-United States
Commissioner Shields to-day decided that
All kee, Chinaman who shipped at Cal
cutta on the bark Richard Parsons as
cook for the round voyage and return to
Calcutta, but who ran away from the
vessel at this port, must leave the country
Immediately. The Captain of the Parsons
is held responsible for All KEGS departure.
All Kee says that he is willing to return
to Calcutta, but not by the Parsons, where
he was reduced, on account of his lazi-
ness, to the position of boy. His counsel
had argued that the Chinaman's employ
ment did not properly come under the
head of the word ''laborer'' of the statute.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
HING Confessine His Sins

CANTON, MISS, Nov. 19.-Isaac John
son, cOlOred, who murdered his mistress.
Bella Booker, last April, was executed
here to-day within the inclosure of the
county jail. Only few persons obtained
admittance to the Jail yard. The streets
were thronged with negroes, but a mill
tary company being on duty, no tumult
occurred. The doomed man made a short
speech from the gallOws, declaring that
his sins were forgiven, and his belief that
his soul would be saved. He confessed
his guilt, and said that it was just that he
should die.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20

READING, PA, Nov. 19.-The large
plate mill of McIlvaine 81 Co., closed TO-
day for a week on account of lack of Or
ders. The puddle mill of the firm is run
ming as usual. The Reading Hardware
Company has reduced the time of its sew
eral hundred employees from 10 to hours
per day, owing to dulIness in the trade.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
Racing at Eufaula.

EUFAULA, ALA, Nov. 19.-There was a
large increase IN the attendance at the
fair to-day. The races were as follows :
First, double team. Whalebone and mate
won, Susie and mate were second, and
Annie Lou and mate third. The time was
$3.50. The second race was a running
race. mile heat. Baritone was first, with
Mary B. second, and Commodore third.
Time 1 :53. The third was pacing race.
Joe Braden was first, with Nettie Kennon
second, Country Girl third, and Henry
Fourth. Time 2;39. Miss Kate Fisher
won the running race, riding Nellie
Burke's horse and beating Nellie Burke.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
MEXICO's DEBT EXCITEMENT.
Gen. Diaz Determined that the Public
Peace Shall be Maintained.

Gen. Diaz Determined that the Public
Peace Shall be Maintained
CITY OF MEXICO, Nov. 19.-The bill for
the conversion of the English debt was
not discussed in Congress this afternoon.
The situation is unchanged. Gen. Diaz
told a representative of the Associated
Press to-day that in whatever way the
question of the debt might be decided,
public order would be preserved, and he
would answer with his life for the securi-
ty of the lives and properties of Mexicans
and foreigners. He says that there
is not even germ of revo-
luton in Mexico. ''It is true" he con-
tinued, ''that a portion of the people
oppose the conversion of the English debt,
but they are united on other questions
The people are excited and are express
ing their opinions freely, and the disor-
derly classes are taking advantage of this
to attempt to create local disturbances,
but nothing serious has occurred. The
same things occur in other countries, and
few days after the question has been de-
cided in one way or the other everything
will be tranquil"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
Blaine's Close Shave in Michigan

DETROIT, Nov. 19.-The official figures
have been received from all but nine coun-
ties in this State, showing the vote in the
recent election to be as follows: Blaine.
1S5,O57; Fusion, 1887 St. John, IS. 1853;
Blaine's plurality 1,274. The remaining
counties in an unofficial count give Blaine
a plurality of 1855, which increases his
plurality in the State to 2,S39. The Fusion
vote is divided between Democrats and
Greenbackers. For Governor the coun-
ties so far reported give AIger. Rem a
plurality of 2,542. The latest figures give
Republican majority on joint ballot in
the Iegislature.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
CHOLERA's FELL CAMPAIGN.
deaths at Paris Less Numerous-sout
America Guard Almost CrueI


America Guard Almost Cruel.
PARIS, Nov. 19.-There were Al deaths
from cholera in this city yesterday. all
but 16 of which occurred in the hospitals
Up to noon to-day 40 fresh cases had been
admitted into the hospitals, and there had
been deaths.
From midnight to O'Clock tonight
there were 4 deaths from cholera in the
city and 10 in the hospitals. Nine deaths
to-day are reported at Oran and at
Nantes. There was l death from chol-
era at Yport to-day and l at Bertry.
THE PLAGUE OFF SOUTH AMERICA.
BUENOs AYREs, Nov. 19.-The Italian
steamer PerseO arrived here Yesterday.
having been refused admittance into the
port OF Montevideo. The government
transport VillarinO on sighting the steam
er slgnaled to her to stop, and she was
ordered to leave the Argentine waters at
once, notwithstanding the protest of the
Captain that he was in want of coal. The
NlllarlnO was ten miles from land when
she signaled the vessel.
Nothing further is known of the cholera
infected steamer MatteO BruZzo. 1t is
said that 90 deaths from cholera had Oc-
Cured on board the vessel. The Govern
ment of Brazil refused to allow her pass
engers to disembark on the Island of
DeSSertO,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
TrooDs RIDe for Nyutinv

VARNA, Nov. 19.-The Turkish army is
seriously disaffected owing to the troops
being deprived of their pay and clothing.
Many of the soldiers are without shoes
and are dependent upon the inhabitants
for clothing. The attitude of the troops
around Constantinople is menacing.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
sinking of an Alabama steamer,

MONTGOMERY, ALA, Nov. 19.-The
steamer Captain Sam, plying between
this city and Selma, exploded her
boiler last night at Hodnots bar, and the
boat was badly wrecked. About % per-
sons were on board at the time. Capt.
English and several of the crew were
hurt. Five persons, including a little
daughter of the Captain, are missing.
Later news from the disaster is that
who had both legs broken, died to-day.
The steamer was very small boat, being
of only SO tons register, which ran during
low water. She was new and had good
machinery. The vessel did not cost over
$4,000.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
Gen. SWaim,s Trial

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19.-In the Swain
court martial to-day Gen. Swaim's de-
murrer to the first specification of the
charge was overruled, and Gen. Swain
pleaded not guilty. When called to plead
to the second specification another de-
murrer was entered by the counsel for the
defense, and pending argument the court
adjourned for the day.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20

NASHVILLE, Nov. 19.-The Farmers
Congress of the United States was called
to order in the Hall of Representatives
in the State capital, at II O'Clock to-day,
by Col. Robert Beverly, of Virginia. Gov
Bate, of Tennessee, delivered an address
of welcome, at the conclusion of which
Col. Beverly returned thanks for the
cordial welcome. The Secretary read
an address recently issued by the
President, setting forth the aims
Beverly read an address giving the re-
suits of last years work. In the after
noon the reports of the standing commit
tees were received and discussed. A
night session was held and the congress
adjourned to meet in New Orleans on the
second Tuesday of February.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
TELEGRAPHIsTs MUTUAL AID.
The Association Shown to be in a Flour.
ishing Financial Condition.

hO SnOWu 10 DC IN a FLOUR
ishing Financial Condition.
NEW YORK, Nov. 19.-The Telegraph
ists' Mutual Benefit Association held it's
fifth annual meeting here to-day. The
annual reports showed that the member
ship of the organization now exceeded
5000 persons. During the year 80 death
claims were paid, amounting to $28, ,375.
An addition was made to the reserve
fund of 81, 100 making the total amount In
that fund $4,000. The expenses for the
year footed up 1904; exclusive of the
amount added to the reserve
fund. The total receipts were S35, ,O12.
The association has a balance now of
$5,917. James D. Reid, the founder and
first President Of the organization, pre-
sided at banquet held in the evening.
A business meeting followed, and the fol-
lowing officers were elected for the en-
suing year: President, A. r. Brewer, of
New York; Vice President, W. H. Young,
of Washington; Secretary, Charles p.
Breech, of New York; Executive Com
mittee, A. r. Brewer, Samuel Fl. TayIor,
j. Merrihew, Charles p. Breech and
Joseph l.. Edwards of New York, W. B.
Gill of Philadelphia, Joseph Uhrig of Chi
cagO, and W. II. Young Of Washington.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
FATE OF TWO BROTHERS.
One Shoots the other and Then HImsel
Loss of Money the Cause

-Loss Oi honeJ the OauseS
NEW YORK, Nov. 19.-LOuis ana Ed
ward Guild, Frenchmen, aged respect
fully 80 and SO years, arrived here on Sun
day last and went to an emigrant board
ing house on Greenwich street, where
they engaged rooms. This afternoon Louis
shot his brother in the head, inflicting a
mortal wound, and then putting the weapon
to his own head in front of his ear he dis
charged it and died almost instantly. The
brothers came from Canton, Stark county,
Ohio, and left there with the intention OF
returning to their native place. On Sun
day last Edward went out with S155 in
his pockets and got drunk and lost the
money. or was robbed. 1t is thought that
the loss of the money affected Louis rea-
son and led to the double shooting.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
A Convict Shot Among Courtesans

MONTREAL, Nov. ia convict named
Fanteux escaped from st. Vincent de
Fenuel penitentiary after a desperate
conflict with the guards, one of whom he
shot through the leg. He was traced and
located in house of ill-fame. This morn
ing Detectives Gladuc and LaPointe pro-
ceeded to arrest him. The latter officer
had Just entered the room when Fanteux
drew revolver and shot him in the cheek
A second shot aimed at Gladuc missed
him, whereupon Gladuc drew his revolver
and shot Fanteux through the heart.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
The Nature of the sweep.

PITTsBURG, PA, Nov. 19.-Vice Presi-
dent-elect Hendricks in an interview here
to-day stated that he could not give any
opinion as to the probabilities of the
sweep in Federal Offices, but Senator
voorhees,, who is with him, secuted the
idea of his going on a political mission
to Cleveland in regard to the share OF
offices which shall be the apportionment
of the Indiana Democracy. They are both
en- route for BROOKLYN.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20

DONGOLA, Nov. 1O.-Eight mild cases of
smallpox have occurred here among the
British troops. The camping-ground has
been changed and every precaution has
been taken against aspread of the disease.
The Nile is falling rapidly. Large mug
gars are consequently unable to pass the
cataracts, and will possibly return. The
expedition will be deferred until the next
rising of the river.
Owing to the tall in the Nile the river
route to KhartOum, beyond Ambukol,
may be abandoned in favor of more
rapid movement, which, it is claimed, has
been fOreseen from the first.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20

LONDON, Nov. 19.-The election to fill
the vacancy in the House of Commons oc-
casiOned by the death OF Hon. Henry
Fawcett, took place at Hackney with the
following result: Prof. Stuart. Liberal
and free trader, received 10, ,45O votes. Mr..
McAlister, Conservative and fair trader.
had o,535, majority for Prof. Stuart of
6.0O6.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
nntrared His 12-Year.O old Daughter

ROME, GA, Nov. 19.-Near Seney, Ga,
a small village on the East Tennessee,
Virginia and Georgia road, about twelve
miles from Rome, on Oct. 26, white man
by the name of b. n. Atkins committed
rape on his daughter, who is only II
years of age. His wife discovered the
fact and the villain left the county. His
whereabouts, however, being learned,
Constable Merrett succeeded in arresting
him and brought him to Rome, where he
was safely lodged in Jail. Atkins is about
40 wears old.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
Carl schurz on CIeveInnd,s Plans

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19.-The Eyenin0
Star prints the following letter received
in this city to-day from Hon. Carl Schurz 4:
NEW YORK, Nov. II. 1884.
DEAR SIR-In answering your letter Of Nov
| can only say that believe MIR. Cleveland
will faithfully carry out the civil service law.
lie favored the enactment of a similar law in
this State, and it has been strictly Observed 7 I
have no doubt he WILL as President. act upon
the same principles which he professed and
adhered to as Governor. Very truly yours,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20

CLAYsvILLE, ALA, Nov. 19.-R. A.
Howard entered the house of farmer
named Heake while the family were din
ing to settle an old feud. When Howard
went into the room Heake shot him
through the abdomen, inflicting a fatal
wound. In his dying throes Howard
raised his shotgun and killed both Heake
and his wife
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
Daniel NTanntnp Married

ALBANY, N. Y, Nov. 19.-The nuptials
of Daniel Manning and Mary Margaretta
Fryer were solemized at 3 O'Clock to-day.
Rev. DIR. w. E. Davis officiated. A large
and distinguished company was present,
Gov. Cleveland being one Of the guests.
The bride was attired in white satin and
wore diamond ornaments. After con-
gratulations had been rendered the newly
married couple a wedding repast was
served, after which a reception was held.
Both left for New York at 6 O'clock,
whence they viii journey South.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19.-The Columbia
Club, composed of prominent Democrats
OF this city, tonight appointed a com
Dllttee to consult with President-eIect
Cleveland through the National Demo-
cratic Committee as to his wishes regard
ing the ceremonies in connection with the
inauguration.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20

PARIS, Nov. 19.-Le Paris, in an article
referring to the report current of the
settlement of the Franco-Chinese ques-
ton, says that France will continue her
military preparations and will only dis
arm upon receiving suitable guarantees
for the future and upon the evacuation of
TonQuin by the Chinese.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
T6e Conoo CoDfo-oooe

LONDON, Nov. ia Berlin correspond
ent says that Portugal, while maintain
ing her territorial rights at the mouth of
the Congo river, has privately informed
the members of the conference that she
accepts the principle of free trade on the
xvhOIo river
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20

ANNAPOLIS, Nd, Nov. 1S.-The official
vote Of Maryland, as filed in the Office of
the Secretary of State, is as follows
Cleveland 96,032, Blaine S5,699, st. John
2.794, Butler 50l, Cleveland's plurality
IL s2S0, and majority 1905.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
Lowell to Make England His Homo

LONDON, Nov. 19.-Trath says James
Russell Lowell intends to reside at OK
ford, England, after he is relieved from
the duties of the United States Minister.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
ILLNESS IN NEW HAMPSHIRE.

CONTOOCOOK, NH, Nov. .19.-The effects
of the drought are seriously felt in many
portions of this State. In HOpkIntOn six
families are dependent for water on one
small spring. In other localities sickness,
due wholly or in part to the use of water
from low wells, has occurred and seems
to be increasing. Scarlet fever and diph-
iberia exist in several houses, but have
not become epidemic. In several instances
schools have been closed on account of
sickness among the pupils.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-11-20
A slight Cold.

if neglected, often attacks the lungs.
Browns BRONCHIAL TRooHEs give sure
and immediate relief. Sold only in bOres
Price 25 cents.