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Madison times. (Tallulah, Madison Parish, La.) 1884-1???, 1884-09-20
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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22
MEMORIAL DAY.
How it VIII be Observed-Meeting of
the Ladies' Memorial Association
An Appeal Tor Flowers.

How it viii be Observed-Meeting of
the Ladies Memorial Association
An Appeal Tor Flowers.
In accordance with the beautiful Gus
tom that annually draws the devoted wo-
men Of our Southland about the mounds
and head-b0ards above the sleeping heroes
VINO fell in defense OF their country, the
ladies Of Savannah viii. on Saturday. re-
pair TO Laurel Grove Cemetery and Law
upon the graves Of the soldiers within
thar Enclosure their offerings Of flowers.
To arrange preliminaries the ladies OF
the savannah Memorial Association were
/ called % meet yesterday at the residence
street. Owing TO the inclemency Of the
weather the attendance was not large.
| but the arrangements for Saturday Were
nevertheless accomplished.
A report from the Secretary and Trea-
surer. Mrs. Williamson, was read, giving
/ an account Of the receipts and dlsburse-
ments. and showing the association to be
in sound financial condition.
Tt was decided that the decoration
should be conducted quietly. without pro-
cessi0n or grafton, as has been the custom
for several years. Special invitations
VIII be sent from the association TO the
children OF the various public schools To
| participate, bringing flowers or green
wreaths. or if these cannot be procured,
70 come empty handed and flowers Will
/ be furnished them al the cemetery.
A contribution box viii be placed at
the entrance Of the cemetery, the con-
tents after being summed UP to be placed
with what the association now has on hand
and the total is hoped to be sufficient to
erect a plain shaft over the Georgia sec
ton in the Winchester Va, Confederate
Cemetery.
Contributions Of flowers are asked for
dressing the Confederate monument to be
sent TO the residence of Miss Hone, 121
Drayt0n street, either Friday evening or
Saturday morning.
ANY contribution Of flowers for the dec
Grafton at the cemetery sent TO either the
President, Mrs. Cohen. or the Secretary
and Treasurer, Mrs. Williamson, will be
accentable.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22
THE CITY COURT.
Judge Harden's Contribution to the
Jail and Chain Gang.

Judge Harden's Contribution to the
Jail and Chain Gang.
The city Criminal Court met yesterday
morning at 10 o'clock. Judge Harden pre-
siding.
The first case called was the State vs..
James A. Miller. a small colored boy,
charged with larceny from the house. He
is the yOungster who stole money and
other yaluables from the premises Of Rev.
T. T. Christian, previously reported in the
| MORNING NEWS. A verdict Of guilty
was rendered, and the culprit was SEN
fenced TO three months Imprisonment
with light labor about the jail, on account
of his extreme youth.
Thornton Williams, a notorious sneak
thief. who spends the most Of his time on
the chaing gang. was returned to that
institution for three months for vagrancy.
p. Y. Glenn. charged with assault and
battery. was discharged on his own re-
cOgniZance until Monday.
The case against Lizzie MAY. charged
with keeping a disorderly house, was
placed ON the dead docket, because the
prosecutor could not be found.
John LOckett plead guilty to the charge
Of larceny from the house. He is the per-
son who purl0ined a watch and S21 from
a cOlOred man named Paul Ferrebee on
the 9Th inst. He was sentenced TO six
months Imprisonment with labor.
The court then adjourned until Monday
next at 10 O'Clock a. N.
The grand jury for this court for the
present February term was discharged,
subject To the call Of the court on March
:. The Sheriff was directed by the court
10 notify these jurors 70 appear on Mon
dav next al 10 o'clock a. m.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22
THE oRDINARY's OFFICE.
The County Commissioners Appoint
ment to the Vacancy.

ment to the Vacancy.
A special meeting Of the Board Of
County Commissioners to consider the
appointment Of a suitable person to fill
the vacancy in the office OF Ordinary
was held yesterday morning. Com
missioners Lawton, Estin and Barnett
were present, and Hon. J. r. Saussy as
legal adviser Of the court.
On motion Of Commissioner Barnett
the following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS. By the death Of Hon. John o.
Ferrlll, on the 18th day Of April instant, q
vacancy mas occurred il the Office Of Ordinary
Of the county Of Chatham, and whereas u %
made the duty Of the Commissioners AID
eZ-OfiiciO Judges Of said county to appoint 2
fit and proper person 10 fill such vacancy until
an election takes place according 70 law
therefore. itts
Ordsrsd. That Hampton /. Ferrill, Esq, be
and Is hereby appointed TO I'll said vacancy
until an election takes place according u
law. and that the Clerk Of the Court do certify
this appointment 10 His Excellency. Henry d.
Mcdaniel. Governor Of the state, that he may
be commissioned a. Ordinary Of Chatham
county.
There is no quarrel between the Com
missiOners and Col. Bee. Clerk OF the
Superior Court and eX-Ofici0 Clerk OF
Ordinary, as to the right Of appointment.
The laws on the subject can De reaully
construed to suit either side. The ap-
| pOintee Of the Commissioners Will be com.
/ mIssiOned BY the Governor and VIII hold
the Office only until an election is held.
Col. Bee, who is in possession Of the
office as ex-OfficiO Clerk, has ordered an
election TO be held on the 10th Of May
/ The County Commissioners have ordered
no election, but it is understood that upon
I the issue OF the Governors commission &c
/ their appOintee an election will be order
| ed to be held some time in June.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22

Judge Don 4. Pardee and Judge James
W. Locke presided in the United States
Circuit Court Yesterday, which met at 10
O'Clock a. IN. The session lasted but little
over two hours.
on calling the grand jury venire, it
being found that a sufficient number Of
grand jurors were not present, names
were drawn for a special Yenire, return
able on the 23d instant.
The case Of the United States vs.. Linus
North Indictment, was continued for the
term on account Of the illness Of the de-
fendant's counsel
The case Of the United States vs.. Polite
jenkins. indictment, went over on ac-
count Of the absence Of the defendant.
six separate cases came up in which
the Mayor and City Council OF Savannah
were the defendant and Andrew SimOnds,
Robert SeWell. George W. Witte, Charles
&. White. First National Bank of Charles
ton and James :. Gibbs were plaintiffs.
In each Of these cases the order was
passed that the peremptOry wrIts issue,
requiring defendant at its next regular
time for assessing aud leyying a tax to
assess and levy tax for the payment Of
the debts due said REALTORS, and that the
defendant pay costs
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22

On Tuesday, May 30, the Grand Lodge,
X. of p. Of this State, viii assemble in
annual session at Brunswick. The
meeting viii, from present indications,
be the largest ever held in this state. The
order has increased during the past year
nearly 50 per cent. Two new lodges have
been Instituted. one new uniform division
organized, with two others in process OF
formation. The endowment rank, by
which members can provide for their
families in case Of death. has been equal
Is progressive. At the coming session of
the Grand Lodge important matters will
be considered; among them the revision
Of the Grand Lodge constitution, and ap-
prevail Of the Grand Lodge degree of laws.
which has been under consideration by a
special committee for the past wear.
Delegations from almost ever lodge in the
state viii be present al the session Of the
Grand Lodge. besides a detachment Of
Du Guesclin Division, Of this city. num-
bering twenty-five men, and adetachment
OF the Calanthe Division. from Atlanta.
The CITY Of Bridgeton has been chartered
to convey the division and members Of
the order from this city, and also delege-
tiOns from other sections. \ very inter-
esting end pleasant time is anticipated.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22

Is the grocer's motto, and if you don't
believe that we must all wear Clothes,
just try it on the street without. If you
want to be comfortable buy your Cloth
ing from THE Famous" and if you want
to be economical THE Famous is just
the place to get the most and the best for
your money. 1t will be worth while for
anybody who wants good, stylish Cloth
ing for Men and Boys to call on "The
Famous" and look at our new Spring
Stock. We will sell you Suits at so, S11,
So. $13. $14, SIS. Youths Suits at s., IS
80, $40, S11, $12. Children's Suits at 81 80,
50, SO 80, 81, 81 80, 50. So, 81. Knee Pants
for Boys at 81 %, 81 30, and the best Tn
laundried Shirts in the city at 75c.. Soc.
and 81. The very best Linen Collars,
our own make, at 81 per dozen; quarter
of a dozen at the same rate. The best of
Hats, and cheap, at "The Famous New
York Clothing House, 140 Congress street.
4dr
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22

The City CWncil VIII meet tomorrow
night.
Ogleth0rpe Base Ball Club Will hold a
special meeting tonight,
Three arrests were reported at the PO-
lice Barracks up 10 O'Clock this morning
Ancient Landmark Lodge No. 231, F. A.
NJ VIII hold an extra meeting al Masonic
Temple tonight.
The Savannah Yacht Club will meet to-
day az + ID. al the Office Of the Secretary.
+. e. WILLY. No. 100 Bryan street. TO de-
termine the direction OF the annual cruise.
At the eighth regular meeting Of the
Railroad Loan Association. held last
night 81, 600 were loaned as follows: 81, 600
al 81 per cent, $1,000 at j034 per cent,
and s. 900 az 500 per cent. premium.
The dredee Tomochichi has finished
dredging at the Ocean Steamship wharf.
and was moved down yesterday morning
TO the West Broad street slip, where
she viii begin digging this morning.
The Hibernian Society viii hold a
special meeting tonight at the ScTeven
House 70 upon an invitation to attend
the Guards Fair and TO consider other
business Of special interest to the MEM
beFs.
An inquest was held Sunday over the
body Of Mary Ann Bailey, a negTess who
house, corner Of Bay and West Broad
streets. The jury rendered a verdict Of
death from heart disease.
Twenty-Five orphans from the Female
Orphan Asylum left for Columbus last
night il charge 81 the MatrO1 10 attend
the state sunday school Convention.
which c0nyenes tomorrow. The majority
Of the regular delegates viii leave 10
night.
A heavy hand Of affection has been laid
upon Mr.. and Mrs. Daniel q. Heidi in the
death Of their little infant, which occurred
yesterday forenoon at their residence.
corner Of South and West Broad streets.
The tenderest sympathies Of a large circle
Of friends are extended to them.
The first grand picnic Of the Kugelritter
hegel VIII take place al the Schuetzen
Park to-day. and promises 70 be very
pleasant affair. The announcement Of ar
rangements has already been made in the
MORNING News, and the occasion Will
doubtless justify the pleasure with which
il has been anticipated
The City and Suburban Railway Com
paBy has just turned out two more new cars
Tor the out-Of-tOWn line. They were built
at the company's shops, and are equal TO
cars Of the same class built North. The
locomotive ClaghOrn- which has been
almost rebuilt. is again in service. and is
as good as a new engine. The company
is now in condition 70 keep up with the
summer picnic business.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22
CHATHAM sHERIFF,s SAFE.

DY virtue Of a mortgage fl. ia. issued out Of
ID Chatham Superior Court. in favor Of IDA
have levied upon the following described
property Of the defendant, to wit: The dredge
s'Hercules," her tackle, apparel, machinery
ETC.. as she now lies in the Savannah river. on
the north side, on Hutchinson's Island, near
Jones' dry dock.
And l will offer the said above described
property for sale at public Outcry, before the
Court House door Of Chatham county, in the
city Of Savannah. during the legal hours OF
sale, on the FIRST TUESDAY in May. 1854
to satisfy said mortgage fl. ia.
Terms cash; purchaser paying for titles
JOHN 7. ROMAN.
Sheriff c. CO. Ga
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22
ADMINISTRATORS SALE.
BY HENRY BLUM. Auctioneer.

Under and BY virtue OF an order from the
Honorable Court Of Ordinary of Chatham
county VIII be sold on TUESDAY, Nave. at
Il O'Clock A. ". in front Of the Court House.
All that certain part or parcel OF lot No.
two f2) Carpenters Row. described in q deed
from John T.. Roman. Sheriff. to Rose Anna
per record Of Chatham County Superior COurf
O's 293-29i, said part or parcel OF said ct
having a front OF $ feet 81 inches or Fesf
Broad street and front Of 81 feet j. ..bes IN
Broughton street. with an and 81. ,,rIa, ~
improvements thereon thriek stoE, nj i teii
ings abOVe.) Terms cash.
ED'TARD ROE.
ceased. N' ~
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22

MRS. WINsLOW's SOOTHING SYRUP
should always be used when children are
cutting teeth 1t relieves the little suf-
ferer at once; it produces natural, quiet
sleep by relieving the child from pain, and
the little cherub awakes as Upright as a
button" 1t is very pleasant to taste. 1t
soothes the child, softeDs the gums, aIlays
all pain, relieves wind, regulates the
bowels, and is the best known remedy for
diarrhea, whether arising from teething
or other causes. % cents bottle.-Ad0.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22
TRUSTEES SALE.
BY GEO. W. LAMAR. Auctioneer.

By order Of the Honorable the Judge Of the
Superior Court of Chatham county viii be
sold. at the Court House, on the FIRST
TUESDAY N MAY NEXT, between usual
hours of sale,
The eastern half of lot No. Is TrOup ward.
northwest corner Of Habersham and Harris
streets. facing south on Troup square, with
improvements thereon, consisting Of a well
constructed brick dwelling. two stories on a
basement, with all modern improvements.
with stables and servants rooms. all in com
plete order. JAMES HUNTER.
Trustee
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22
NIarmaduke Hamilton.

SAVANNAH. GA. April 22:-Editor
Morning Nelrs: Your columns announce
the name Of this gentleman as a candi-
date for Ordinary Of Chatham county,
at the special election soon TO be held.
He has eminent capacity to discharge the
duties of the Office. His character for
integrity, intelligence and business Is a
guaranty that the position would be ably
and satisfactorily filed by him. With no
reflection upon the other worthy candi-
date. his friends claim that he is worthy
the confidence and support Of every voter
Of the county, and present him candi-
date for their favor.
"A REGISTERED VOTER
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22

Thec0ntinuel rain Of the past two days
which has fallen generally all over the
South. eliminated yesterday i'm "a storm
ceutering in Alabama and moving in this
direction
At II o'clock yesterday morning the
following dispatch was received at the
Signal Bureau.
WAsHINGToS. d. G.. April 81. lG:53 A. ~
Up signals savannah. section eleven storm
centre near Montgomery, apparently moving
northeast. HAZES.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22
To the Heart Through the Pocket.

When any man has good thing" and
offers that good thing cheap. people find it
out very quickly. Bargains, like scan
dial, travel on electric wings. 1t does not
take any drumming; or preaching, or brag-
ging TO prove merit lrhere merit is. ST.
mon Mitchell has worked by this rule,
and has found it a good one. Why, nine
times out Of ten, any first-class tailor will
refer you to Simon Mitchell, if asked
where a good ready-made suit Of Clothing
can be had If the makers Of men and
Style have this opinion, what must be
the idea of the general public? Simon
Mitchell has literally ''spread himself
this season, and points to his counters
full of Gents, Youths and Boys Cloth
ing with a strong pride, Business and
dress suits, Of striking and becoming pat
terms, well put together and made to ft
and speak his reputation.
As nice a line of Gents Furnishing
Goods, Straw and Felt Hats, Underwear,
Hose. Neckwear, Shirts, ETC., as can be
found anywhere in Savannah, and no
fancy prices. Visits of inspection and
comparison invited. Sign of the GOLDEN
ARM, 159 Broughton street, Simon Mitch
ell -adr
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22
GILT EDGE PROPERTY.
BY GEO. w. LAMAR, Auetioneer

East half Of lot IS Stephens ward, 81 feet by
I4l12 feet. and Improvements thereon, con-
sisting of an attractive and comfortable two
story brick dwelling recently built, with al
modern cOnYeniences, situated on south side
Of CASTOR street, between AbercOrn and Lin
coin streets, No. IS. in the most fashionable
and desirable neighborhOOd in the city.
The house contains five bedrooms, bath
room. etc, linen closets, large closets in two
bedrooms, two parlors and dining room
kitchen, buffers pantry and basement laun-
dry.
Terms-One-hah cash. balance in 6 and Z
months at per cent. interest per annum.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22
CITY sHERIFF's SALE.


FINDER and by virtue Of a fl. ia. issu-
u ing out Of the CITY Court of Savannah.
in favor OF the SAVANNAH MUTUAL LOAN
ASSOCIATION VS.. BERNARD L. CON
SrANTINE, l have levied on the following as
the property of the defendant: All that tract
Of land lying in Chatham county, State Of
Georgia, in the district of White BlufT. known
as lot number six o., containing l52 feet on
the north, 240 feet on the east, 255 feet on the
west, and 40 feet on a road, and Will sell the
same to the highest bidder, before the Court
House door Of Chatham county. on TUES
DAY, the 9th day of May, 1884, between the
legal hours of sale.
Terms cash; purchaser pays for titles. Ten
ant in possession notified.
DAVID BAILEY.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22
To NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. sale

We direct attention to the above head
ing Of an advertisement in this mornings
paper by Messrs. j. Mclaughlin & Son,
Of the large sale Of Trucks. Drays, etc.,
Wheels and Axles, at the premises of the
late James Heagney, corner of West
Broad street and Olive, which will take
place at IL o'clOck.-Ado.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22

The uniform scale of prices, the elegance
Of cuisine, the comfortable, cleanly 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, 1884-04-22
CASTOR STREET RESIDENCE FOR SALE
AT AUCTION.
By GEO. w. LAMAR.
,-rD~,- ,-r-r,.r, y ~ nv N-r-vn

TAat well built and finely finished residence
No. - CASTOR street. The rooms are large
and airy. with large windows down 10 the
floor, walnut inside blinds. House in good re-
pair, with marble and white mantels through
out; with heater. range and handsome gas
fixtures, plenty Of closets, front and back
piazZas. with conservatory and flower garden
10 the rear.
The lot is 81 feet wide and l4l15 feet deep.
This is the most desirable and best located
residence in the city.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22
Death of Henrietta NJ. {. Spencer.

The many friends Of Mrs. Henrietta VI.
G.. Spencer VIII regret to learn Of her
death. which occurred at the residence OF
her ron-in-law, ". II. COburn, at ten
O'Clock last night. She leaves two chill
dren, Mr. L. W. Spencer and Mrs. W. II.
Coburn, both OF this city. Her remains
VIII be taken % Columbus, Ga. for burial
by the side Of those Of her husband in the
famiIK Naulf
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22

VIII sell on the premises. on TUESDAY
April p. 1854. at 4 o'clock in the afterur.-
EIGHTEEN 1s) BUILDING LOTS
On New Houston street. between West Brss4
and Cuyler streets. to wit:
Lots fronting south on New Houston street
between Burroughs and Cuyler, 1neasu--
ing 30Xl0S.
5 Lots fronting north on New Houston. h..
tween West Broad and Burroughs. meas.
ing 30xl05.
Lots fronting north on New Houston. Be-
tween Burroughs and Cuyler. measurire
39xl05.
Lots fronting west on Cuyler. between View
Houston and Duffy. measuring s5x6l.
3 Lots fronting west on CuFler. between Yen
Houston and Waldburg, measuring s0y5a
These lots can be easily located b. having
sign boards upon them. Plats can be hsd Il
my office.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22
Election Notice.
CLERKS OFFICE SUPERIOR COURT.
CHATHAM COUNTY, GEORGIA,

CLERKS OFFICE SUPERIOR COURT.
CHATHAM COUNTY, GEORGIA,
April q, 1884. )
By virtue of authority vested in me by sec
ton 1923 Of the Code of the State Of Georgia, /,
BARNARD E. BEE, Clerk of said court, do
hereby order AN ELECTION to take place
on SATURDAY, THE TENTH DAY OF
MAY NEXT, at the Court House in the city
OF Savannah, for AN ORDINARY, to fill the
vacancy caused by the death Of the Hon. Jno.
o, Ferrin.
Polls Will be opened at O'Clock A. NJ. and
closed at 6 O'Clock P. ". Election to be held
as prescribed by the constitution Of this state.
BARNARD f. BEE,
Clerk Superior Court, Chatham County, Ga.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22
The Harnett Honse- savannah.

The wonder of those who go to the Har-
nett House, in Savannah, is that so excel
lent a table and such comfortable rooms
can be offered to the public at such min ..
mum rates. Without exaggeration, tlle
table of the Harnett is as good as that OF
the Screven House, and the rates just one
half as large. Courteous treatment NJ axes
up the sum Of it's attractions. The public
largely testified their apprecIa tiou.-
Jacksonville Fla Herald.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22

Mr. T. =. Churchill viii open the White
Bluff House. at White Bluff, on May 1.
He intends keeping frst-class restau-
rant so as TO accommodate parties who 20
down there for the day. He viii also have
good bathing quarters. This VIII make
White Bluff q pleasant place TO visit in
the summer months, ana doubtless many
VIII give Mr.. Churchill a call.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22
TRUSTEES SALE.

By virtue CT the power in me as Trustee.
vested o. the deed of the Mayor and Alder
men o. the city Of Savannah. dated January
%. 1873, VIII be sold before the Court House
door OF Chatham county, in the city OF Sa-
yannah. on the FIRST TUESDAY. being
the 9TH DAY OF MAY, 1881, during the
usual and lawful hours OF public sale,
Lot No. Ga Lloyd ward. in the city OF Sa-
yannah, with the improvements thereon. con
sisting of a twO-stOry Dwelling and Outbuild-
ings.
Terms cash; purchaser paving for titles.
r. j. WADE, Trustee.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-04-22

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