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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11
The Arterles of the Conntry.

1t has been pretty clearly demon
strated that the people Of Georgia are not
in favor Of doing away with the old road
laws and adopting any new system In
their place. A careful study OF the road
laws viii show that the old system, while
open to objections. is a very good system,
and if the country has not been provided
with good roads under it the fault is In
the nou-enforcement of the law, and the
courts and commissioners in the various
counties are to blame. Laws against
murder. or burglary, or arson may be very
good laws, yet they will amount to moth
ing unless enforced.
1t Will be long time probably before
the contract or the hired labor systems OF
keeping the public roads in order are
generally adopted in Georgia. They are
admirably adapted to wealthy and thickly
populated sections, but nine-tenths Of the
counties OF this State are not only sparsely
settled, but comparatively poor and I'M
willing to pay the taxes required to
sustain either Of these systems.
The soil and topography of the greater
part Of Georgia are peculiarly favorable to
road making. With ordinary skill and care
nearly every county in the State ought to
maintain the roads in first class condition.
1t would be well for the Road Commits
sioners to post themselves thoroughly as
to the laws by which they are governed.
Few Of them appear to know that the law
requires the keeping up of mile posts and
finger boards at cross roads, and few Of
them seem to know that they can, under
a law passed in 1881, secure aid from the
county authorities in grading steep hills,
and doing other work where the labor is
too burdensome to be required of the regu-
lar road hands.
The fixing Of the responsibility where
roads are not kept in proper order is not
difficult thing. 1t Is the special duty Of
grand juries TO inquire into this matter,
and when the fact is once established that
a certain road is not kept up to the stand
ard, it is very easy to locate the party
who is at fault in the premises, whether
he be Overseer or commissioner. OF
course there is always a good deal Of
feeling excited by the filming of a road
official, but without the infection of pen
alties the road laws are of no effect.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11
The Letters 10 the Times.

The New York Times is publishing
about three columns Of letters daily
from people who approve its course in re-
fusing to support Blaine. Many of these
letters are signed with the names of the
writers, but the majority of them are
from "A Republican since 1856" "A
Young Republican who win bolt
Blaine" 'sAR Old Journalist" ETC.
people who may or may not be of
importance and whose opinions may
not be worth picayune. The letters are
dreary sort of stuff, and it is a wonder
that so bright and newsy paper
as the Times publishes them. If the
names of the writer's were given
there might be some interest in them.
1t is noticeable that nearly all the writers
who do not sign their names have can
didate they would like to see nominated
or a declaration Of some principle that
they would like to see in party platform.
One Of the writers thinks that de-
feat will purify the Republican party. He
therefore hopes that Blaine will be de-
feated. He even goes so far as to offer to
help defeat Blaine. We doubt that defeat
would purify the party. tits too far gone
in rottenness to be purified. Its dissOlu-
ton, rather than its publication, ought to
be hoped for.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11
MEIssONIER's GARDENER.
he Gets the Laugh Against the Painter
by Raising Herrings Under Glass.

He Gets the Laugh Against the Painter
by Raising Herrings Under Glass.
Meissonier had a gardener who was a
good botanist and great wag. He knew
the seeds of all sorts of plants, and Meis-
sonier was always trying and always
failing to puzzle him.
81 have got him now," said MeissOnier
to some friends at dinner party, and he
showed them package of the roe of dried
behring's. Then he sent for the gardener.
All the guests smiled. The gardener ar
rived.
800 you know these seeds ?' Meissonier
asked.
The gardener examined them with great
attention.
"Oh, yes" said he, at last, ''that is the
seed OF the polpus fiuximas, very rare
tropical plant"
A smile of triumph lighted the face of
Meissonier.
Chow long will it take the seed to come
up?" he asked,
Fifteen days" said the gardener.
At the end of the fifteen days the guests
were once more at table. After dinner the
gardener was announced.
IN. Meissonier," he said, ''the plants
are above the ground"
sob. this is little too much" said the
great painter, and all went out into the
garden to behold the botanical wonder.
The gardener lifted up a glass bell,
under which was a little bed carefully
made. and in which three rows of red her.
rings were sticking up their heads. The
laugh was against Meissonier. He dis
charged the gardener, but took him back
next day.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11

WANTED, to hire small house froD,
w about August !, 1854; good location. Al
dress H., this Office, stating location and
terms. NN
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11

pOOkKEEPER wanted to write up a small
- set of books. An afternoons work wouIj
do il. Address Box s. N1'N
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11
A word of Comfort for ugly Girls.

Clara Belle iR Cincinnati InQUirer.
1 sincerely do not believe that a pretty
face has anything to do with making a
belle. The attractive or repellent quail
ties are the principal causes. Some OF
the latter qualities in girls are a naughty
demeanor. says smart things that make
other people smart, an idea that it is only
necessary to be civil to persons in a sup
posed higher social scale than her own,
and the habits of cOntradicting and snub-
bling. Most men have a good deal of self
appreciation which they do not care to
have disturbed by such causes. To be at
tractive a girl should be healthy, intelli-
gent. but not ''smart," industrious,
amiable, cheerful and willing to be
pleased with small pleasures. Such
qualities will make even plain-faced
girl attractive, if not belle. Regard
once inspired by such a girl lasts.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11

WANTED, two or three competent drv
w goods statesmen. Apply for three dsxs
at GUSTAVE ECKSTEIN & CO.'S.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11
4 Word About Bavard.

We have stated several times that the
drift Of sentiment in the Democratic party
was towards Senator Bayard for Presi-
dent. He has about all the advantages
which other candidates possess and a good
many which they do not possess. He has
never pressed his claims on the party, and
has never made any active canvass for the
nomination. If he is honored by his party
BY being chosen its standard-bearer the
honor will come TO him unsolicited.
It is certain, however, that he
would make a candidate Of whom
his party would be proud, and who would
command the respect Of the entire cOun-
try. There would be no cnance 70 give
the canvass a personal turn so far as be
was concerned. because his public and pri-
vate life is-without a stain. In that re-
spect he would present a marked contrast
TO his opponent. who will be known in the
campaign as the s.tattoOed'' candidate.
There is one little point in Mr.. Bayard's
record which may be urged as an obiee-
tiOn 10 him. He made a speech some
where about the beginning Of the
war, which showed that his sympathies
were with the South. 1t is doubtful, how
ever, If much capital can be made out Of
that speech. No one doubts that Mr.
Bayard is as loyal a man as there is in the
country. and that during his whole public
career he has worked sincerely and ear
nestIy for the good Of the entire country.
The New York Sun, in its Mondays
issue. reviews all Of the candidates who
have been spoken OF in connection with
the nomination. 1t regards Tilden out of
the race by his own yolition. To all the can
didates. except Bayard, that journal has
objections or awards only faint praise. OF
Bayard itsays:.
We have reserved to the last that vete-
ran Democrat. that accomplished and
| spOtless gentleman. Thomas +. Bayard,
/ Of Delaware. There would be among
/ Democrats Of the old school widespread
/ satisfaction If the convention should de-
I termine 70 nominate Mr.. Bayard. 4 few
/ years ago. the fact that in the conflict OF
I the civil war. his sympathies, like those
/ Of Senator Logan, Of Illinois. are be-
/ lieved 10 have at first inclined toward
I the side Of the Confederate States.
/ was Justly regarded as lnterpOsing
/ some obstacle in the way Of his nominal
I ton: but that feeling, we believe, has
I been almost obliterated by the hand OF
\ time. Mr.. Bayard stands hOnored OF all
/ men and Of all parties; and, if he should
I be chosen 10y the Democracy as theiI
/ leader i'm the impending struggle, the fact
[ would be welcomed by thousands with a
/ joy that would not be felt At the success
| Of any one OF the other gentlemen whose
/ status and prospects we have now impair
| italy considered.
Mr.. Bayard is always foremost in sup
/ porting all reforms proposed, and his
/ nomination wOSld be a more conspicuous
I declaration Of the Democratic party in
[ favor Of administrative, tariff and civil
service reform than anything that could
be possibly said in the platform.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11

A singular thing about Cyrus H. Nc
Cormick, lately dead, is that, though a
member of one of the biggest commission
houses on 'Change, he never took deal
in his life. This is the more strange in
this city of big gamblers, where nearly
every wealthy man has been, at one time
or another, mixed up in some pool, clique
or corner. He had all the machinery for
collecting early information about crops,
but never usedit. The statistics gathered
by the hundreds of agents OF the reaper
company are anxiously looked for by
half the trade here, and other people
speculate on it; but ACCOMPLISHMENTS.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11
ADVERTISING.
Democratic State Convention.

j. C. GOODRICH, Northern Advertising
Manager Of DAILY MORNIHG NENs anu
WFFTIY NEWS. sun Building, New York.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11
The DanviIIe Minority Report.


The minority report Of the Senate Com
mittee on Privileges and Elections on the
Danville riot is a sharp document, and is
calculated to take the wind out OF the
sails Of the majority report. There is very
little doubt in the minds Of any one that
the investigation was started for the pur-
pose Of furnishing the Republicans with
campaign matter. In the majority report
they made free use Of the testimony, and
state as proven many things which were
cOntradicted so emphatically that no
court would hesitate to instruct a jury
to disregard them. Doubtless Messrs.
Sherman, HOar and Lapham considered
it fine stroke Of policy to threaten the
Southern States with the loss Of their
present State governments if they did not
see to it that there was a free ballot and
a fair count. In other words they wanted
to he understood that il some of the
Southern States did not cast their electoral
votes for the Republican candidates they
would have to endure the wrath
of the Republican party. The minority
report treats this threat with the con-
tempt it deserves. There is no probability
that the Republican party will soon again
interfere with the State governments of
the South. The indications are that it
will rot be in a condition to interfere
with anything at the end of the approach
ing Presidential campaign. There is
noticeable a feeling throughout the South,
however, that if the Republican party
should retain control Of the government
it will attempt TO interfere in the local
affairs of the Southern States. There is no
occasion for n feeling Of that kind.
There will be no more instances Of inter-
ference in state affairs by the National
Government. The minority report is just
about as good a campaign document as
that prepared by the majority Of the COM
mittee. 1t points out with n clearness
that cannot be mistaken the way the facts
are misstated in the majority report. 1t
also shows the animus of that report.
Those who read the two reports will not
hesitate about which one to believe.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11

ALAcHUA CoUNTYCoURT HOUSE AT GAINES
WILLIE. FLA,
GAINESVILLE MaY % 1881

ALACHUA CoUNTYCOURT House AT GAINEs-l
WILLIE. FLA,
GAINESVILLE, May 20. lSSf.)
CEALED proposals viii be received at the
- County Clerks Office in the city OF Gaines
vile, Fla, until June q, 1884, for furnishing
of all material and labor required in the
erection, construction and completion of
court house in the city Of Gainesville, for the
county Of Alachua, according to plans and
specifications for the same by III. j. Campbell,
Architect and Civil Engineer. Of Palatka, + la
Plans and specifications can be seen in the
Clerks ONCE. An early date for completion
Of said building Will be one consideration for
the Board.
All proposals must be accompanied by a
certified bond in the sum Of $4,000 that the
bidder or bidders will give a good and salts
factory bond, if awarded the contract. No
bids will be considered unless accompanied
by such a bond. The contractor will be paid
in monthly estimates as the work progresses.
and in accordance with the statute laws of
the State Of Florida, chapter 1921. No. 9. sec
ton ,. Act of 1888. All bids must be in the
regular form of proposals. The Board re-
serve the right TO reject any and all bids.
All bids and communications should be adj
dressed TO J. A. CARLISLE, Clerk Circuit
Court. Gainesville. Fla.
Bids must be Endorsed on their cover s.Bids
for building court house for Alachua county,
Fla" j. A. CARLISLE.
Clerk Circuit Court and County Auditor.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11
Wonders From an Egyptian Tomb
Lady Brassey in Good Words.

To see, for instance, as we did to-day, a
somewhat worn, straw-bOttOmed chair,
and to be told that it was in use 5000
years ago, is startling and almost incredi-
BILE; and vet its age is a well-authenti-
Gated fact. Enclosed in the same case
with the chair are earthenware pots, con-
tanning corn, dates and figs, mummified
ducks, legs of mutton, and various other
edibles, intended as offerings to the gods;
together with network, string and
baskets, exactly resembling those in use
at the present time, and so fresh-lOoking
that, except by actual touching them, it
is impossible to distinguish any difference
between them and the modern articles Of
a similar kind placed by their side.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11

There has been much said against
Anthony COmstock, agent Of the Society
for the Suppression Of Vice, in New York.
He has been quite Jealous Of late in
prosecuting gamblers and swindlers OF
an classes. On Sunday, with a squad
Of detectives, he raided a heightened
gambling establishment while it was in
fun blast and captured all the players
present and some 5000 worth Of material
in the shape Of tables, cards, chips, etc.
Few Of the city papers commended his
course. but it is probable that if he had
secured the capture Of a couple Of poor
sailors or negroes for playing ehuek-a-
luck the act would have been highly
applauded.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11

II is cheering to note that Gen. Long
street and the Wing Republicans are not
uumindful OF the future. Ii might be well
for them to reserve a few congratulations
for the Democratic nominee, as he will
most probably have the duty Of making
Federal appointments in the future thrust
y1Ton him
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11
Iar Gou1d,s Preferences.

s'.-'1'V' I7'''7' = '''''t'
Jaw Gould cannot conceal his delight with
the nomination of Blaine. If anything could
add to his low he intimates, it would be the
nomination OF TIlden by the Democrats. But
what has MIR. Tilden ever done to earn the
good will Of jay Gould: Contingencies are
likely to arise IN the future, as in the past,
when a President friendly to jay GOuld's in
terests might be able to render him great SER
vice. But the interests of Gould and the in
terests OF the public are generally in conflict.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11

II Mr. Blaine were now President he
would have g splendid chance to get into
war with England. That country threat
ems to prohibit the importation Of adul-
terated and bogus American dairy pro-
ducts. and the OleOmargarine makers are
IN sore distress. This action on the part
az England. which will no doubt be fol-
lowed by other nations, is said to have
been caused BY the recent investigations
in New York, which resulted IN the pro-
hibltion Of the manufacture Of oleomar-
rarine and similar substances IN that
state. II all the States would prohibit the
manufacture Of bogus butter, at least one
great fraud would be blOtted out Of the
country.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11

Grant x Wards failure appears to have
retarded the completion Of the keely mo-
tor. 1t Is feared that the inventor has
been forced to stop harmOuizing the vibra-
tors in order to search for ''fresh' lot
Of stockholders. Wards stock might be
purchased very cheap now as it is all
water. and pretty bad water at that.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11

An exchange says that Nine. Adam,
the editor OF the Paris N0UUelie Revue,
is youthful in face and form, although
grandmother, and gives most expensive
salon receptions. Nine. Adams a rather
appropriate name for the conductor Of a
Paris fashion journal.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11
A FoIger waterloo for Blaine.

NeIC YORK Herald II0d ].
The same independent elements that COM
biued to protest against the methods by which
Mr. Cornell received his nomination and that
united in defeating machine dictation in
Judge Folger's case arc now crystalizing for
Joint action against Blaine and Blaine princi-
pies, and with much greater proyOcatiOn than
they ever had before. The independent voter.
who does not wear the shackles of party, is no
longer, as formerly. curiosity; he is an i'm
portaut factor in politics. And in no state is
he more formidable than in New YOrk-a
state that may. and in all probability will, de-
eide the November contest.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11

ON sunday a large swarm of bees set
tied on a maple tree right in the heart of
Washington city, and was hived by two
enterprising citizens. 1t is supposed TO
have been the same swarm that has been
buzzing about the ears Of Arthur, Ed
munds. sherman, Hawley, and others for
the past few months.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11
JUST THINK OF 1T.

Table Linen, pure linen, worth Csc, at 1Sc.
Table Linen, pure linen, worth 35c., at 25c.
Table Damask, good quality, worth Soc, at
CSC.
Table Damask, superior quality, worth 75c., at
SOC.
Table Damask, very good quality, worth 81, at
75c.
Table Damask, extra good. worth 81 so, at 81.
Table Damask, the very best, worth 81, at 81 so.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11

WANTED, lady agents; positively sl00
month made. MOORE n LUMBARD
1886 Wabash avenue, Chicago, H.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11

-Four Democratic State Conventions
were set tor this week. California held her
convention yesterday at Stockton. To-day
the Texas convention will meet at Fort
Worth. that Of Nevada at Virginia City,
and that Of Mississippi at Jackson. For
tv-six Of the delegates Will be solid for
tariff reform, while the other twenty-five
viii not be advocates Of the Blaine plat
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11

Henry Ward Beecher is not the sort Of
a man who stands by a nomination that
he doesn't Ike. Being asked if he in
tended to support Blaine and Logan he re-
piled:
ssNO. sir; count me out; put good
Democrat up aud ] will vote for him. L
can't tell YOU how sorry l am that Mr..
Arthur failed TO receive the nomination.
n. deserved II. Under no circumstances
will l support or vote for Mr.. Blaine"
The cry now seems TO be, put up good
Democrat. VIII the Democratic party
prove equal to the great opportunity
which presents itself:
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11
Rates Reduced to $3 Per Day.
HENRY CLAIR, Lessee.
BELVEDERE HOUSE,
Cor. 4th Avenue and 18th St.. New York,
JOS. WEHRLE, Proprietor.
On the European and American Plan.

EIRsT-CLAss ACCOMMODATIONS for
II families and the travelling public, recon-
mendable on account of its healthy and con-
venient situation in the centre of the city, in
close proximity to Union Square. Its pro-
prietor, of old American and European repu-
tation, has made it point to make his guests
feel comfortable and at home.
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The Greenbrier White Sulphur
Springs, w. Va,

TEHE MOST CELEBRATED of all the
Il mountain resorts, will open for the sea-
son June !. Elevation 1000 feet above the
sea; surrounding mountains $500 feet. Rates
$2I per week, SIS per month of 80 days. Send
for pamphlets. b. f. EAKLE, Supt.
SEA VIEW HOUSE, Savin Rock, West
- Haven, ct. To those who know this IA
vorite resort a description is unnecessary, and
to strangers we can only say visit to the
place will convince them of its superior at
fractions for health, comfort and recreation.
Permanent or transient guests will find the
new management equal to all their require
ments. The Hotel is now open, and its former
and new patronage respectfully solicited.
SOUTHWICK & CO.. Proprietors.
DARTIES visiting New York may obtain
i first class board in house centrally lOca-
ted; rooms, double and single, handsomely
furnished With every home comfort, and at
tendance at reasonable rates. Correspondence
solicited. MRS. A. NJ. CUNNINGHAM, pa
West 45th ST., near Broadway. New Y DIRK city.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11

The Republican managers will be forced
to raise money on fictitious cOllaterals
and false representations as TO govern
ment contracts. Those games have al
ready been played for nearly all they are
worth. and it will take long time for
confidence to be so far restored that they
can be used to gather in the millions
-..-..f
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11
JUST THINK OF IT.

A 9s-Inch Pure Linen Towel, worth 15c., at
10c.
A 42-Inch Pure Linen Towel, worth 20c., at
PIC.
A 44-Inch Fine Damask Towel, worth 4Oc., at
Csc.
A Damask Towel. with Knitted Fringe, for
Csc.
A Superior Huckaback Towel, worth 5Oc., at
35c.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11

The news comes from Illinois that Gen.
logan is by no means as popular among
the people as he is among the politicians,
and there are lots Of people who do not
believe that Blaine and Logan can carry
the electoral vote Of that State.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11
Shining for Luck.

Louisville COUrier-sJOUrndE (Deln.).
six times the Republicans have taken a
nominee from the West and won. Five times
the Democrats have taken nominee from the
East aud lost. Now the Republicans go East
for the first time after a nominee Let the
Democrats come Vest. Thus shall we re-
verse the old old story.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11

The death or Prof Tice has been quickly
followed by that of Nennor. Truth is
mighty and will prevail, so FL Mahdi
Virgins and Gen. Hazen may as well
harin tn oct ready to 90.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-06-11
JUST THINK OF IT.

Laces, which were cheap at &C., reduced to &c.
Laces, which were cheap at Sc, reduced to sc.
Laces, which were cheap at l0c., reduced to &c.
Laces, which were cheap at l212c., reduced to
Sc.
l0c.
Laces, which were cheap at 25c., reduced to
l5C,