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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16
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PROPOSALS. FOR COAL,


COLLECTORS OFFICE, May 10, 1885,
CEALED PROPOSALS viii be received at
- this office until = O'Clock NOON of MON
DAY, May %, 1885, for furnishing Coal for
use Of Revenue vessels at this port for the
FISCAL year ending June 80, 1856. Said Coal to
be anthracite, or bituminous, as may be re-
quired, of best quality. free from impurities
and uniform in character; to weigh 2,240
pounds to the ton; to be delivered, after but
little exposure to the weather. on board yes
sells at such times and in such quantities as
msy be required, at specified locations readily
accessible for revenue steamers, and TO be
subject to inspection as to quality and weight.
B dders will specify the kind or kinds Of Coal
to be furnished, the location OF the mine or
mines from which taken, and in general terms
the manner in which the Coal is to be pro-
cured; for instance, whether from stock on
hand at a specified locality by regular con-
tract with mining or transportation COM
panies, or by purchase when required. The
relative value of the different kinds of Coal
offered and the facilities of the bidders viii be
considered in connection with the pT1ce.
The right is reserved to reject any or all
bids and to waive defects, If it be for the in
terest OF the government so to do, and the
successful bidder VIII be required TO enter
into contract with responsive security.
Il. T. JOHNSON, Collector.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16

The President and Tariff Reform.
The President is keeping the pledges Of
his party relative 10 civil service reform.
! The civil service plank in the platform on
which he was elected has not been vio-
lated in any respect. Indeed. there is
reason for thinking that he has given it a
wider application than 1t was intended it
should have. Not only have the minor
officials not been disturbed, but offices
which do not come within the civil SER
vice law have been filled with Republi-
cans because of their alleged fitness. The
civil service commission have been sus-
tanned in their work, and all appoint
ments to minor places have been made
in accordance with the civil service rules.
The President, having shown himself
such an earnest reformer in the matter of
the civil service, may reasonably be eX-
pected to show himself equally as earnest
a reformer with respect to the tariff.
However great may be the necessity for
reform in the civil service, it is not
greater than necessity for reform in the
tariff. There Is an evident attempt to
create doubt respecting the Presidents
position on the tariff 1t is probable,
however, that when the time comes for
him to speak the weight of his great III
fuenee will be in favor of reducing the
tariff.
There are several reasons for this
opinion. The platform on which he was
elected is clearly in favor Of reforming
the tariff. The protectionists have at
tempted to give it another meaning, but
they have not been successful in having
their Interpretation accepted. BY far the
greater part of the Democratic party is in
favor of tariff reform, and this fact VIII
have weight with the President, even if
he is not already inclined in that direc-
ton.
The Cabinet is in favor of tariff re-
form. 1t is doubtful if there is a men,
Der of it who does not think that the
President, in his first message to Con-
gress, should recommend an immediate
reduction of the tariff.
The Independent Republicans who sup
ported the Democratic national ticket at
the last campaign advocate tariff reform.
One Of the reasons why they abandoned
their own ticket and assisted the Demo-
Gratis was that they had no expectation
that the Republican party would make
the necessary reforms in the tariff.
The only time that the President eX-
pressed himself with regard to the tariff
during the campaign was in his speech at
Newark, n. j. No one will deny that his
brief reference to it in that speech showed
very clearly that he favored tariff reduc-
ton.
From the foregoing there appears to be
much to fortify the conclusion that the
President is in sympathy with his party
on the tariff issue, and that the influence
of his administration will be in favor Of
reducing the tariff when the tariff ques-
ton comes before Congress again.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16
BRIGHT BITS.

APPOINTMENT CLERK HIGGINS has NOUS
tache that makes small room look crowded
While Mr.. Higgins is charlottesville Courier
journal.
ROBBIE said the visitor kindly, 'have
you any little brothers and sisters?'' "No,"
said wee Robbie. solemnly, PPM all the chill
dren we've got."-AStrdg.
WITH Gladstone none in subtIety compare;
His brain Is so consistently eoDhistlcal,
That when the sword swings DER him by hair,
he'l split that hair with bubble casuistical.
81. Jaanes' Gdsette tLond0n).
AT risk of his life Jeremiah Black, of Port
iand, Me-, stopped runaway horse. The
lady who occupied the carriage presented
nm with cigar. This unexpected gener-
oslty has furnished the basis for innumerabe
newspaper uf5.-IndiondDoIisJ journal.
FACETIoUs PARTY (the local lawyer who
likes to have joke with his client)-''I say,
Pat. suppose the devil wee suddenly to ap-
d'y' think?"
Pat-'Me. of course; for sure he knows he
can nave your honor at any time, bad luck to
him. '-LoadOn Fun.
A CoUNTRYMAN being heard to boast of the
goodness of his conscience, and how little
able 1t ocgesioned him, was taxed by one
OF his comp aniops wish some exdOik OF no
ancient date which seemeit scarcely compati=
bic With such statement. ''Oh,' rep led the
man, II don't go no back aFder than this morn =
ing. st. James Gazette.
CHINESE MAHDARIS7-'fY Americans are
very smart, but you are not cnpsstent."
American Cltizcn-"In what way" You
spend millions of dollars sending missionaries
to US" THAT is true" And the object is
to fit Us for the kingdom of heaven" Yes"
But still ycu refuse us residence IN the
United States. Now. explain that" ''Well
you see we are afraid il you so to our country
TO live you will get into American politics"
Nv hat of thatP That would unfit you for
the kingdom of heaven. -PAilGdelDAtd Call.
CITY EDITOR Ito new reporter)-''You saw
IN this report Of the fire that the lurid glare
OF tOrked flames shot athWart the dark -domed
sky Are you sure of that:'
New ReDorter-"Yes, sir; l saw the whole
thing"
City Editor-"Did you notice any insurance
lurking about the place, or learn what caused
the fire or the probable amount of property
destroyed?"
New Reporter-''No. sir"
CITY Editor Striking match)-"Wen, just
watch the lurld glare of forked flames shoot
athwart this report. "-Brooh5V@ Union.
The hired man gives the playful mule
A slap. Then all is DER;
Inc gentle creature humps its back
And kicks him through the door
II come with heaTse and CANDY team,
AND plant him by The babbling stream.)
The servant takes the kerosene
And pours it on the fire;
She trades her hustle for a rope,
Her oil can for a Tyre
Il come around serene and still,
And file her of beside the rlll.)
The maiden drinks the lemonade,
And topsit with ice cream;
She sees st. Peter turn the gates
Across dark JOrdan's stream.
Il lay her by the babblirg rll.
And send her relatives the bill)
The Undertaken, ia 50 Louis Win
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16

The Secretary Of tho Mexican Commits
sion 20 the NeH Orie1ns Exposition,
Senior Piut1rco Ornelas, has furnished for
publication ame very valuable statistics
relative TO the production Of cotton and
It's manufacture in Mexico.
In considering the annual cotton pro-
duct of the world, very little attention
has been paid to the cotton produced in
Mexico. Ia fact, it does not appear to
have been generally known that much
cotton was produced in that country.
The New Orleans Exposition, however,
has been the means Of causing the world
to be furnished with some information on
this subject.
The cotton crop Of Mexico last year
amounted to $1,000 bales of $50 pounds
each. This was clean cotton ready for the
mills. The Nerican Flnancier very cor
rectly remarks that this is rather a large
amount Of cotton to be ignored in forming
an estimate Of the annual cotton supply
of the world.
This large amount of cotton, however,
is not sufficient to meet the demands of
the Mexican mills, and about 10000 bales
" SCetA arc lmpOIleu rum Lue OuIteu
States.
In Mexico there are twenty-three States
in which cotton goods are manufactured.
In these States there are 81 mills, 8,745
looms and 247, spindles. The total value
ofthe machinery in these mills is placed at
$4,000, 900, and the value of the entire
manufacturing properties at $10,000,0O0.
Mexico is much more of a cotton manu-
featuring country than she is generally
unde rstood to be. If the reciprocal treaty
which she has negotiated with this coun-
try should be ratified it is probable
that she W ould at once show marked pro-
gress in manufacturing industries, be-
cause her opportunities for getting cheap
machinery would be greatly increased.
The very prominent part that Mexico
has taken in the New Orleans Exposition
shows that she is awake TO the advantages
of advertising her sources Of wealth,
and that she is ready to utilize everything
that viii help develop these sources.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16
INDEX TO new ADVERTISEMENTS.

MEETINGs-st. John the Baptist i. A. q
B. Society.
SPECIAL NoTIoEs-To the Public, Gustav
Kiesling; Steamer st. Nicholas for Tybee;
Auction sale-A Bargain in Real Estate;
Peremptory Sale Of New Buggy and Harness,
G. II. Dorsett.
ADJUSTMENTS "Girone- Girofa" at Theatre
Tonight.
STEAMSHIP SCHEDULES General Trans
Atlantic Company; Ocean Steamship Com
pany.
RAILROAD SCHEDULES Charleston and
Savannah Railway.
PIcNIcs-German Volunteers, at Montgom-
cry.
PROPOSALS FOR CoAL-T. F. johnson,
Collector.
WANTs-Experienced Canvassers; Nicely
Furnished Room.
For RENT-Front Room.
STRAYED-Sman Black and Tan Dog.
For SALE-TwO Dollar Building Lots;
Land at a Bargain, c. II. DOrsett.
SEA ISLAND ROUTE-Steamer David Clark.
HoTEL-COwell House, Ocean Grove, n. j.
ExCURsIoNs-saturday Tickets Charleston
and Savannah Railway.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16

Ihtercte1o 3ofta Representatives Cor.
~ win say am getting old and avarieious.
and want TO make my book q success and
MAKE money by 10. 1 don't care 90 stay Ia
Congress, for 10 VIII require much work.
especially with Democratic administration.
The President has told me that ne will give
me plenty of time TO finish ms work here aud
assert matter before go 10 Turkey, ami this
Il particularly kind ana thoughiful OF him. /
VIII probably leave about the la5t ot June.
There Is no special need OF me there now, and
none especially for q Minister. except In case
~ q war, when VIII have 90 be on hand 20
protect our ships on account OF our
neutrality, This will De r. delicate lob.
but have had experience in these matters ~
Congress. and feel capable oi handling 10.
Meanwhile, ] will devote mysclf 90 NV book.
About my successor cannot say. You see,
the majority Of candidates are chnrv OF com
ing into the led because the fret one IA
jumped upon. ! know ~ one whi would he
elected. but do not care e. give his name. MY
district Is peculiar one. When ] was nrst
elected from New York ran against % man
named starr. lie was butcher, and had rot
himself In bad reputc -he had contracts or
something In his mgnt-and 4 beat him hr
5000 votes, and they told him he ought CD have
known that Stars came after Sunset" and
AIR. Cox went out Of the White House door
laughing heartily.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16
The New Archbishop of Dublin.
Froal the Neto York TribNne.


The Rev. DR.. Patrick Francis Moran, who
is to succeed Cardinal McCabe as Archbishop
of Dublin, was horn at Leighlinbridge, coun-
~ Carlow, Ireland, on Sept. lG, 1880.
He was educated at the Irish College of ST.
Agatha, Rome, and in 1856 he was appointed
Nice-Presdent OF the college and also Profess
cor Of Hebrew in the College of the Propa-
ganda. Returning TO Ireland soon after he
became private secretary to Cardinal Cullen,
then Archbishop of Dublin. He was conse-
Grated coadjutor Bishop of Ossory on March
:, 1872, and few months later he succeeded
To that see. In 1884 he was made Archbishop
of Sydney, New South Wales. DR.. Moran
has labored for many years to promote the
study OF Irish histories and antiquities.
Among other works he has published Memoir
of the Most Rev. Oliver PlUnkett" Cs6D,
Essays on the Origin, etc, of the Early Irish
Church" 1855, History of the Catholic
Archbshops of Dublin" QS6i, Historical
sketch Of the Prosecutions, etc, Under
Cromwell and the Puritans" (lS65j, sAeta $.
Brendani' QT2). "Monasticum Hibernienm"
QS13) and ''Spicilegium Ossorense, being a
Collection OF Documents to Illustrate the
History of the Irish Church from the Refor-
nation to the year lS0)" QS7D.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16
From the Wan Street Eeacs

From the Val Street Meas.
"John," said the old man. as he laid down
his paper and wiped his glasses, we've got
one boss with $500 of any mans money!"
Yes, father"
"We've got another who is half blind and
can't quite arm his keep"
Yes"
And third who'd eat a common man poor
inside Of year, and no good except to git up
neighborhood quarrelY'
That's so, father"
well now, what would be the result if we
hitched them hosses up together? wouldn't
It sple the good one, instead OF maxim $500
hosses Of the others?"
k'Tect, father"
But these ere tarnal railroads figger jist
the tother way. A line which kin D. ssiOly
pay. expenses an make , per cent. for stock
holders mus go an hitch up with three or four
lame and blind consarns that can't pay fur
aXle-grease, an the result is darnation ali
around, Johnn
"Yes. father"
'Snuff out your candle and go to bed When
see men crack their own skulls for the sake
OF shown the world the saw dust inside it
makes me sleepy"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16
Mr.. Cox,s Decision.

The Hon. S. S. Cox has determined, it
seems, to accept the mission to Turkey.
Delegations have urged him to remain in
Congress and increase the reputation that
he has made there as an able, honest and
conscientious legislator. He cannot be
persuaded. He wants to write another
book, and he believes that the inspiration
he needs to immOrtalize himself Is 20 be
found at Constantinople. Mr.. Cox will
be regretted. His jokes viii be missed.
There viii be no one 10 tell the House
about the money wasted on streams that
are dry the greater part OF the year.. and
which never have been and can never be
made useful to commerce, when the next
river and harbor bill comes up for consid-
Grafton. Mr.. Cox thinks he has been
treated badly. He has been pushed aside
by men who have not half his ability, and
not tenth part Of his experience as
legislator. and he refuses TO struggle for
what belongs TO him any longer. AtCon-
siantlnople he will have the ease his in
creasing years demand, and in the study
Of the literature Of the East ne viii find
.hc pleasures which HE intellectual ma.
ture Graves.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16

1t was supposed that Wendell Phillips,
at the time of his death, was rich man.
No one of his friends rated him worth less
than 5000, 900. He had large property
when he came of age, and he received Il
number Of large legacies. A day or two
ago the appraisers under the VIII made a
report, which shows that the total value
of his estate is a little over $4,000. The
appraisers, however, found $4,000 shares
in different mining companies of the par
value of over a million dollars. They are
not worth q nickel. They cost Dir. Phil
lips a fortune. He evidently wanted to be
a millionaire.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16
He was from a Dry Country.
From the Merchant TrageHer.

rum teo -IeTCtQNt 4TUCetC6fs
A countryman came into town to get his
usual supplies from his advancing merchant,
and after he had laid in the necessary food
supplies he ordered gallon of fine VIII sky
The liquor wa3 duly drawn, poured into q
jug, and the jug placed on the counter before
the customer. The latter asked the merchant
TO seal the jug. The latter accordingly did So
but all the time wondering why the pur-
chaser was so particular. but said nothing
When the sealing process was over the custO-
mer made still another request in reference to
the jug. said he TO the stOrekeeper: "Wiu
you now please draw a pint of coal oil and
pour it over that jug?" The dealer could no
longer restrain his curiosity, and made bold to
ask the buyer what he wanted that done for.
well. I'll tell you" said the countryman
You see, my two boys are in town with me,
and if they find out there's Ticker in that Jug
there won't be drop left in it for me when
get home: II you pour coal oil on the outside
they think it's coal oil on the inside, and
wont bother It," The merchant complied
with the last request, but he SAYS he thinks
his customer lives in prohibition district.
and wants to pull the wool over the eyes of
his constituents.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16
Kansas, KING of lac NYost.

from ne EmpJrfd Ne1rS.
Kansas has now grown to be one of the finest
St2tes in the Union, raising the best wheat
and yellow corn, the best red winter wheat,
and the best sorghum caue. Our shOrthom
and polled Angus cattle come back from q
worlds exposition bearing the first laureis
Of the land.
Oh, most noble Kansas honorably and vail
antly hast thou acquitted thyseif. Water was
never drained from more fertile prairies.
streams never flowed through richer valleys.
The school boy never breathed purer air
than thine. Thou art King of the West, the
great West, and the fame of thy corn, thy
cattle, and thy fruits has gone throughout all
the world. Thy length aud breadth is bound
ca, but thou reachest upward to the skies, and
thy good name shall endure unto the end Of
time.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16
A Wicked Joke.
From "a NercInnt TrnreIL

From tile Merchant Traveller.
at was at the second battle of Bull Run
that a cannon ball carried OFF poor soldiers
Leg saws a correspondent. '"Carry me to
the rear" he cried to a tall Yankee cOmpan-
ion who had been lighting by his side. The
ankee caught the wounded soldier up, and
another cannon bsll carried away the poor
fellows head. The Yankee, however, in
the confusion did not notice this, but pro-
ceeded with his burden towards the rear.
what are you CARRYING this thing for?" cried
the officer. "Thingr returned the Yankee;
''IPs man with his leg shot of" "Why. he
hasn't any headn' cried the officer. The Yam
kee looked at his load, and for the first time
Jaw that what the officer said wac true.
Throwing down the body. he cried, "COnfound
him, he told me 1t was his leg!'
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16

An amusing incident occurred nc the
Presidents last reception. A Baltimore
gentleman stopped, after shaking the
baud Of the Chief Executive, and struck a
theatrical attitude, az II 10 deliver a
speech. After painful pause he passed
on. He had dropped his notes, ana was
50 Impressed with the importance Of the
occasion that be forgot what he intended
70 cay. His Grafton was picked up by an
attendant and afterwards read to the
president in private. 10 was doubtless
more appreciated than il the author had
carried out bis programme.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16

DV6tVW ON TIIe37I.I
Senator John Sherman talks of visiting the
South, where he "hopes to remove prejudice
and relieve the apprehensions Of a large num-
Der Of Southern people that Republicans" like
himself have any but the most tender senti-
ments towards the people OF their section. II
he lie bent on such an errand he ought to tako
q derrick and locomotive along with him, for
the task will be a big one. sherman has been
cumming too recently with that little scamp,
Malone to be received otherwise than with
distrust by those who are not,of his politics
He had better spend the heated term in some
pleasanter pursuit.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16
Spots System Impossibie.

To set up and keep up a close political or
Inns not been possible within the Republican
party, and it l. still less possible within the
Democracy, because the principles which
make man Democrat forbid him to become
part OF machine. Democratic representa-
tives of the people in Washington should at
all times remember that Democracy means
tue rule Of the people, not the rule of bosses,
however honest, able and patriotic.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16

From tie PAiadelDhiG CAL.
Father-My son. you are now laying the
foundation for your future career l hope
YOU will study hard and make your mark in
the world.
Son-Yes, father, that is my intention. In
few wears my name viii be known to all
civilized nations. Ny fame Will be spread
throughout the land, and | VIII be classed
among the great men Of the country.
Father-A noble ambition. my son. But
what profession have you chosen that win so
soon lead to all this greatness?
Son-t shall become pugilist.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16

THE SAVANNAH MORNING NEWs-EN-
LARGED TO EIGHT PAGES, % COLUMNS,
AND ISSUED SEVEN DAYS IN THE WEEK
WILL BE STINT FOR EXAMINATION, ONE
MONTH, ON RECEIPT OF ST. OR THREE
MONTHS FOR So so.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16

Heretofore swill milk has been almost
as much staple article Of production in
Milwaukee as beer. The health au-
thorities have now inaugureted a crusade
against the swill milk dealers, and quite
large number Of prosecutions are
threatened. Much sickness is said to
prevail among babies in that city owing
70 the use Of impure milk.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16

The Republican Federal officials in
Philadelphia are said to be expecting the
ak to fall on their necks very soon. They,
probably, do not all plead guilty to the
caarge Of offensive partisanship, but they
doubtless all feel guilty enough.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16

Gen. Sheridan is still suffering from in
juries received by the upsetting of a car
rage out in California last week. He will
doubtless stick closer than ever to his
habit of riding in the street cars when he
gets back to Washington.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16
what the Mormons Can Do.
P1ila9elpAia Times rInd.J

II i5 no valid objection TO the Edmunds law
that the MormOns do not consider polygamv a
crime. The urge majority of the 50,000,000
people OF the United ~tates do, and by their
representatives in Congress have said so.
There Is but one Of two things for the Nor
mons to dO-obey the law or get out CT q
country whose people insist upon such a law
and Us enforcement.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16

Something socms TO have encouraged
Capt. Couch 20 attempt another raid into
the Indian Territory. IL might pay him
and bis dapes % ride back to Potawata-
mic and learn something about the career
Of old John Brown, who took up arms I'm.
lawfully over q quarter OF a century ago.
Couch may De q fanatic but he has no
chance TO succeed in his enterprise, nor 10
become q marlYr.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16
rhe rresldent'a own Appointment.

The appointment Of Sir. Lothrop 20 be MIN
lister 90 Russia was the result Of case OF love
w nrst sight on the part OF the President.
The latter hrst saw Mr.. Lothrop Nc Buffalo,
when he went there az the head OF a Michl-
gan delegation to pay their respects TO Mr..
Cleveland. As soon as he departed, Mr.
Cleveland said 10 those about him; II am
greatly struck with Mr.. fOihrop. he has
male q very strong impression upon me. lie
h big man, a healthy and hearty man, AMI
n gentleman. That il the sort OF men we
want 10 0aicial Positions"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-05-16

The Cincinnati TimeS-Stdr announces
that the post Office in that city will here
after be run tor the convenience of the
people. A great many of the people will
no doubt be glad to learn that it is no
longer to be run as a political machine.