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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22
GONE UP THE COAST.
The Gulf Cyclone Moving Northeast
abe Storm Centre on Hatteras Last
Night.

The Gulf Cyclone Moving Northeast
The Storm Centre on Hatteras Last
Night.
The Gulf cyclone which was reported
yesterday morning moving northeasterly
was accompanied by heavy fall OF rain
in the Savannah section Of the cotton belt.
An average of siXty-fOur one hun
dredths Of an inch was reported for the
day. a heavy rain began at Savannah
about | O'Clock in the morning and lasted
until nearly daylight. The streets were
flooded, and many were under the impress
sion that the cyclone was about to burst
upon the city with violence peculiar to
those generally dreaded atmospheric
disturbances. Fortunately no great
velocity Of wind was observed, sew
enteen miles per hour only being
attained. This was about $50 O'Clock
last night. At O'Clock 1t was followed
with velocity Of IA miles from the north,
and at II O'Clock with a velocity of 10
miles from the northwest. The lowest
reading Of the barometer for the day was
1918, at O'Clock .. m, when the temper
allure was 7T.4 degrees and the wind from
the northwest with a velocity of l miles.
At that hour Smithvile, n. c., reported
the barometer at 29.7l with the wind
southeast and blowing at the rate Of 26
niles AL uOuIs cape ilenIH bJdJiOn re-
ported velocity of SO miles from the
northeast with the barometer 1901. The
barometer at Charleston and Jackson
vile at that hour showed the same read
ing as that at the savannah station,
the wind at Charleston having a
velocity OF miles from the
north, at Jacksonville a velocity
Of III miles from the southwest. The tele-
graph lines at Kitty Hawk at that hour
were down. At the West Gulf stations
the velocity OF the wind ranged from u
to 10 miles, with the barometer rising
slowly and indicating no violent blow in
that quarter.
The gradual fall and subsequent slow
rising Of the barometer referred to in the
News yesterday as predicting no such
destructive winds as occurred during the
cyclone Of Aug. "a and % was fully veri-
fed yesterday and also on sunday.
The latest bulletin issued last night
showed that the storm had lost the force
OF cyclone, and the storm centre had
reached a point in the Atlantic east of
Cape Hatteras. st Cape Henry a heavy
rain was falling and the wind had a
velocity Of "a miles IN hour from the
northeast. At 1910 O'Clock last night
Sergt Emery received a telegram from
Gen. Hazen, chief signal officer, ordering
the storm signal down at Savannah and
in the Savannah section.
The indications for to-day are: Local
rains except in southern portion, fair
weather, variable winds becoming north
westerly, stationary temperature. The
storm centre is moving nOrthWesterly.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22
LIGHrEREp COTTON.
The Railroads Claimed to be Discrim-
mating Against the Local Exporter.

The Railroads Claimed to be Disorim-
mating Against the Local Exporter.
The Cotton Exchange discussed at its
meeting yesterday Afternoon the lighter
age OF cotton between the railroad
wharyes and other wharyes in the city
with reference 10 insurance. IThe follow
ing resolutions were referred to com.
mittee appointed by the directors with
authority 20 treat with the railroads, In
regard TO the matter
WHEREAS, The railroads have insti-
tuted ~ stem OF lightering export cotton
from their wharyes TO vessels living at
other city wharyes, instead OF drawing 10
az heretofore. and before giving
the usual guarantee, demand that
the owners or agents OF such cotton here
shall not only release them from liability
~ case Of fire, but also from any liability
AS carriers, and whereas large amount
OF cotton is insured by the buyers in Eu-
/ rope, covering II only after actually rec
ceipted for by the vessel, or by agents OF
the vessel, and the giving Of such release
Will burden an additional charge and risk
/ upon the local exporter, which bis com.
/ pctitor in the country receiving through
bin Of ladingis not burdenpd with. There
fore. be IL resolved that the TX.
change, az body. will urge uunn
the railroads the hardship ia thus dis
eliminating against tho local trade and
request them 30 eXpunge that part Of the
guarantee which rele8ses them OF their
liability AS carriers other than the clause
ia regard 10 the loss by ire.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22
LAUDANUm's Fatal WORK.
Policeman Sweeney's Young wife "A
Supposed suicide.


Julia Sweeney, wife OF Officer NJ. T.
sweeney, Of the Ocean Steamship police,
died last night from the effects Of lauda-
mum taken, it is supposed with suicidal
intent. The case Is peculiarly sad one.
Officer Sweeney, who was on duty all
Sunday night, was relieved at O'Clock
Yesterday morning and went to his home
on Charlton street, near Purse. After
eating his breakfast he went to bed.
About noon he was awakened by
his little boy crying and went down stairs
to see what was the matter. On opening the
door he met his wife coming up the steps
from the sidewalk with the youngest Of
their three children, a little boy of 9
months. She was apparently i'll, and go
ing into the dining-room lay down on a
lounge with the child in her arms. She
was finally assisted up stairs by her hus-
band and put 10 bed. 1t was supposed that
she had taken by mistake some
medicine, prescribed for one Of the chill
dren. from a bottle which stood partly
empty on the mantle. Or. Chisholm was
sent for, but, being out OF the city, it was
some time before a physician was Sc
cured In the meantime various rene
dies had been applied with the hope Of re-
storing the woman, who by this time was
]
clan arrived it was ascertained that she
had taken laudanum, but whether an
overdose by mistake or with suicidal intent
was then unknown. Every possible ef-
fort was made TO cOunteract the effects of
the poison, but without avail, and the wO-
man died about 6 o'clock last night 1t Is
supposed that she took the fatal drug
about noon. Coroner Dixon was notified
but after a careful inquiry deemed an in
quest unnecessary.
The poison, it was learned from a wo-
mon living next door, was secured
through a boy named Frank Sims.
Mrs. Sweeney told Sims that she wanted
TO repay what she had borrowed from a
neighbOr, and sent b i'm to a druggist with
15c. for an ounce and a half Of the drug.
The boy gave the bottle to the woman
with whom he lived, and Mrs. Sweeney
obtained 1t from her. 1t is supposed that
she took the entire ounce and a hall, with
determination to end her life. A search
was made for the bottle, but it was no
where TO be found. 1t is thought that she
drank the poison in the street and threw
the bottle away.
The suicide was young woman OF pre-
possessing appearance, apparently about
80 years old. Tie afflicted husband has
been a member OF the Ocean Steamship
police force since it was organized and is
"A faithful and efficient officer. The sad
death OF his wife leaves in his care three
little children-one babe Of months,
and little boy and girl, one years old
and the other 8.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22
THE NEWS IN THE CITY.
GOSSIP FROM THE STREET
AND SIDEWALK.

Dashes Here and There by the News"
Reporters - Yesterdays Happenings
Told in Brief Observation-Disclosures at
Police HEADQUARTERS.
The City Council VIII meet tomorrow
night.
There are five cases for the Mayors
court this morning.
The city is rapidly putting on it's "busy
season" appearance. The hotels show
good list U arrivals for so early in the fall.
The maximum temp nature yesterday
at Savannah was 1873 deg. The minimum
was g., and the mean 72.7 deg. The ram
fall was l inch and 14-l00.
The Emergency Relief Association, col
ored, met last night in the Presbyterian
mission, West Broad street, and elected
the pastor, ID. a. Gibbs, lecturer.
The Railroad Loan Association met last
night and negotiated loans aggregating
| $6,000--$4, 900 at ~ per cent, 81 200 at4SL
per cent, and 81, 900 at 4S per cent.
The United States steamer Wstrla
arrived in the river Yesterday morning,
and supplied the light stations. She de-
parted for Charleston in the afternoon.
Maj. Teoeau, in charge OF the county
drainage, reports the county again flooded
with water from the rains on Saturday
and Sunday. The Casey canal is doing
good service and carrying of an immense
volume of water.
Rev. Belts, the eminent divine and dis
tinguished orator of Trinity Episcopal
church, st. Louis, Mo-, has accepted an
invitation to deliver lecture in Savannah
at an early date, under the auspices Of
the local branch OF the Irish National
League OF America.
An alarm from box was turned in at
1870 p. m. yesterday for fire in the ROOT
of one of the buildings at the Bay street
gas works. The department soon extin-
guished the blaze, which was above the
superheaters. The fire caught from an
Overheated iron fiue which ignited the
wood work supporting the roof. The
damage was very slight and did not
necessitate the shutting down of the
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22

within the soul of nations that resistance
to tyrants which is obedience to God.
But foremost of all Of these | call to mind
amongst those who best served their God,
their country and mankind, the ever
glorious memory Of the apostle of
temperance, Father Theobald Mathew.
or verify he was one Of those
great ones whose heroic statue towers to
the skies, the echo OF whose football re-
sounds through every age. His great
heart swelled with an immeasurable love
for all mankind, and his sympathies,
lllimitable by creed or race, were bound
less AS the universe. limitless as space.
The highest tribute which we can pay
10 the memory OF such ? man is 10 con-
tlnue effectively the work which he be-
gan. Let us band ourselves in a great
band OF sympathy, each with the other,
and with suffering humanity, uniting our
exertions for the overthrow Of this devil
OF vine, and secure peace, prosperity and
lapDinees -
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22
The Strengthening of the Innocent


going on in this community without some
people being any the wiser for IT, is re-
markable-the papers can't tell you every
thing. The famous" has been killing on
Mems, Youths and -Clothing-at
fearful rate, actually murdering-prices
but as we announced, our seasons goods
must 90, and those In need of Clothing
patrOnizing the Famous" derive the
benefit. We have plenty good Clothing
left yet (mOre than we wish we had which
must be sold, and you can buy fine Cas-
simere Suit with a reduction s.. This is
not mere figure OF speech, but actually
fact. Here is a chance for poor, hard
Clothing, as cheap as they generally pay
Tor common trash. Call at the "F'dmOus''
NeW York clothing House. and We will
murder market prices, and save you
money. 40 Congress street.--Ado.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22

The Case Against Bennefield Dismissed
for Want OF EVIDENCE.

for Want OF Evidence
Richmond Bennefield, a resident Of
Camden county and an alleged vIolator of
the internal revenue law, was before
United States Commissioner Locke, yes
terday. The defendant was represented
by James Atkins. Esq, and George w
Owens, ESQ, and United States District
Attorney S. A. Darnell, conducted the
prosecution.
Abraham Freeman, a cousin OF the de-
PENDANT, swOre that he was present on
one occasion, in April, 1884, when Benne-
field sold Benjamin Jones and Robert
Drummond each half pint OF whisky
The witness stated that Bennefield Is a
parigrinating barber who, besides carry
ing scissors, brush and razor around,
also totes" tin bucket, which
according to the witness, often
contains whisky. Jones and
DrummOnd were put on the stand, but
both swOre positively that they never took
liquor Of any kind from Bennefield. They
denied emphatically every incident con-
nected with the alleged sale and fatty
contradicted the first witness.
Adam Cummings, who Freeman said
was witness Of the sale TO Jones and
DrummOnd, swore that he never saw Ben
netield sell whisky or anything to drink
10 anyone.
The case was submitted without argu-
ment, and the Commissioner ordered Ben
nefeld TO be discharged.
| The District Attorney stated to the
/ court that the warrant was not brought
/ TO him for approval, and IN his opinion it
should not have been issued.
Deputy Collector Molina, who endorsed
the warrant, says that the paper was
/ brought 10 him by United States Deputy
| Marshal Palmer with an affidavit sworn
| to by Freeman before Commissioner
| Locke, charging Bennefeld with selling
| liquor. The deputy collector also states
that the affidavit was accompanied by a
written statement from another party.
Freeman says that It is well known In
! Camden county that Benneteld does sell
| liquor without a license and Freeman de.
/ clares that Benneheld asked the three
| Milnnsaps not 10 aMnAr ngainal him.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22
THE CRIMINAL DOCKET.
Disposition of Number of Petty Cases
I'm the City Court.

On Sept. Is a negro named Joe Dunk
was arrested on warrant charging him
with larceny. 1t seemed that P. o.
Kessler missed a shotgun valued at $45,
and as Dunk was believed to be the only
party who had handled the gun a short
time previous to the hour when it disap-
peared, he was accused of the larceny.
At the trial In the City Court Yesterday
the testimony showed that the accusation
was founded upon circumstantial evil
dence, and that it was doubtful whether
the prisoner was connected with the sud
den disappearance Of the gun, whereupOn
he was promptly acquitted and released
from custody.
Lula Robertson, colored. was found
guilty OF stealing some clothing valued at
81 10 from COrnelia Brown, and was SEN
fenced to be imprisoned six months, with
labor on the chain-gang.
On Sept. Is negro named VIM. Brown
stole a number Of pictures, valued at 81,
from K. G. Cornell. He was arrested on
warrant charging him with larceny,
and at the trial yesterday he was found
guilty and sentenced TO be imprisoned six
months, with hard labor ON the chain
gang.
A c0lored boy about IA years old named
James Moore was arrested last Saturday
charge in the City Court yesterday, when
he was sentenced to pay fine of $40 and
costs, or in lieu Of the payment to be I'M
prisOned 30 days wish labor on the chain
gang.
On Nov. %, 1884, negro named Bud
Proctor stole an OYercOat valued at So
from Il. II. Shehan. The thief managed
to elude arrest until day OF two ago.
When the case was called in the City
! Court ye- terday the prisoner pleaded
! guilty, and was sentenced to he impris-
! oned six months with labor on the chain
/ gang.
VIM. Hall, who was charged with lar
ceny from the person, had the trial OF his
case continued until next Saturday morn
1 ing at 10 O'Clock. This will probably be
/ the last case TO be tried during the pres
ent term, as the court Will be adjourned
| for the term on that day, and no other
cases will be called for trial until the first
Monday in November.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22

Nothing can successfully meet the re-
quirements of exhausted powers and
shattered nerves, but replacement OF
those elements which have been depleted.
This must be done or complete prOstra.
uon ensues. The only available resource
that fills every essential is DUFFY's
PURE MALT WHIsKEY. Used with pru.
dent care it will inevitably defeat the
most threatening possibilities of utter
prostration. 1t Is beneficial alike to either
sex and all occupations, and is patronized
by the best in every community. Sold by
all reliable druggists and grocers. Selling
agents for Savannah, Lippman Bros.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22

into the building. Finally he admitted
that be went in 20 steal ana
that he mad as an accomplicc man
named Henry Parker. The building was
searched, but no trace II any one else
could be found. The store room had NOT
been entered. A broom-baudle was found
sticking 10 a crack between two shutters.
The boy or his accomplice had tried 10
force the shutter open, and In SO doing
had started the burglar alarm. The boy
confessed that he went in tue place to
steal clothes. II ne did have an accom-
plice 20 trace could be found. Under the
skyhght is bench and on that bench a
box had been placed to enable the boy To
reach the rafters. The youthful burglar
was taken 10 the barracks, and tits hoped
that some valuable Information may be
ohtained from him this morning.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22
TIE CASE DISMISSED.
A Negro has the Mate of the Ethel Ar
rested for Assault.

rested for Assault.
About week ago negro named
Mitchell Holland was sent TO deliver a
Valise for gentleman about to take pas
sage on the steamer Ethel. The messen-
ger, IN his haste. ran over pile OF freight
on the boat. Milo Collins, the mate, Or
dered him away. Tue negro hesitated,
and the mate elected him. Holland went
before Magistrate y. j. Sheftall and had a
warrant issued for the mates arrest
on the charge OF assault with intent 70
murder. Collins gave bond for his sp-
pearance, and Yesterday The matter occu-
pied the attention Of the Magistrate dur
ing a portion Of the afternoon, The
prosecutor attempted 90 show that when
Collins went 70 eject him be was unneces-
sarily violent, and struck him with a
hammer, knocking him down. The de-
PENDANT proved, however, that no violence
was exhibited, and that he did not strike
Holland with hammer or any other
instrument likely to produce death. After
considering tue evidence the court DIS
missed the case
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22
AN ATTEMPTED BURGLARY.
a Negro Bow Captured While Escaping
from Il BrOughton Street store.

a Negro Bow Captured While Escaping
from Il BrOughton Street store.
An unsuccessful attempt was made be-
tween midnight and 1 o'clock this morn
ing % rob Simon Mitchelps clothing store
on Broughton street, near Barnard A
burglar alarm call brought two watch
men TO the building, the front
door Or which was locked.
IN the rear OF the store j. a One-stOry
shed. Tie watchmen unlocked the front
door, and went back 10 the rear Of the
room and called 10 some one who was
heard IN the shed. 70 the inquiry, "Who
is thereW the party replied "A GIRL"
one OF the watchmen, Fitzpatrick, ran
around 10 the rear end OF the building
On BroughtOn street lane. Policeman
John Crowley got there at the same mo-
ment' Looking up they saw a l2-year-old
negro boy crawling through sllylight on
20 tne roof. The policeman nabbed the
ooy, who refused at first to tell how he got
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22

The wonder OF those who 20 10 the Har-
nett House, In savannah, is that 30 excel
lent a table and such comfortable rooms
can ne offered TO the puolic at sucn mini
mum rates. without eIaggeration. the
table OF the Harnett is AS good as that OF
one-half as large. Courteous treatment
makes up the sum OF It's attractions.
The public largely testified their appre-
ciati0n.--JdckSOnrH Ftd.) Herdid.
J. Belsinger, agent for Youman's Hats
OF New York.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22

FANCY BAKERY.

nURING my recent trip North succeeded
- IN engaging a hrst-class vienna Confec-
toner ! attn now ready to hil am orders for
FINE Competitions. FRESH CAKES
every dav. FANCY ORNA MENTAL
CAKES for Weddings, Balls and Parties
specially. lee Cream, Water lccs, Charlotte
husse and Jellies Pure, rich. delicious
THEO. RADEkiCK. Agent, ~ Ran 81
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22
Foreign and Domnstio sneoialties.

j. A. Herschbach u Co.. so Whitaker
street, announce a new line OF foreign
and domestic specialties and delicacies.
to which they call the attention Of the
public. These goods are all fresh; have
just been received in stock. Give them a
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22

The reports from South Carolina con.
tinue 70 indicate a greatly reduced crop
Of rice. A well informed planter saws
that he believes the average loss on PLAN
tations on New. Salkahatchee. C00saw-
hatclie, AshepOO and other rivers south
oil Charleston will be fifty per cent.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22
TO CITY snhsorlbera.

After Wednesday, the SOth inst, the
MORNING News will not be sent to
subscribers whose subscriptions have not
been paid in advance.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22
FOR Sale.

HOUSE Ia Gordon Block. next to corner
II barnard street.
-Four Houses corner Henry and Cemetery
streets.
G. BoURQUIN.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22

Savannah Daily News, American Agri.
cNlturist for October, Spirit Of the Times.
American Field, Forest and Stream, Sam,
New York Herald, World, Times, Tribune
Sun, Star, Graphic, Morning Journal.
Boston Herald, Philadelphia Times, Phil.
adelrhia Press, Baltimore sun, Cincinnati
Commercial Gazette, New Orleans Times.
Democrat, Atlanta Constitution, Florida
Times Union, Charleston News and Cou.
rier, Augusta Chronicle, Macon Tele-
graph and Messenger
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22
N Cod NIlne nvnnnnh.

Shares ! cent each. The profits are sure 20
he 1000 per cent. Miners are already at
work. The cheap column Of the NEWS Is the
place. one cent per word.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22

SOFT and Derby Bats, the latest, at Bel
SINCERE, % Whitaker street.--Adu.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22

The newestin Gents Furnishing Goods.
just arrived, at Belsingers. "a Whitaker
street - d3,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-09-22

Tho latest Broadway Black silk Hats
az Belsiuger's. "a Whitaker street.-AdU.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-04-25

A disastrous confagration occurred in
the business centre of Vicksburg, Tuesday
night. The total loss is estimated at $780,
600, and it is thought twenty persons were
buried in the ruins. Six bodies were re-
covered up to Thursday night.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-04-25

Written tor the CHEF. .ss
A FILTRATION.
BY RUTH RAMAY.

W11tL9O lOE Ju0 CdAEEs
A FILTRATION.
BY RUTH RAMAY.
She.
It is Just a little Irritation.
He will know that I'm only In play,
And I'm sure he's not moro In earnest,
For he proved it only to-day
looked back as he went down the pathway.
And he threw my poor flower away.
The idea! there's many much better
Would cherish flower I've worn;
But what uaatter7 'tis but Irritation.
A flower ls nothing to mourn.
I'm told she's firt, 80 what matter
IT an hour spend at hor side7
Soft glances and words lowly spoken
Don't mean I'm in need Of bride.
Yet her eyes are SO wondrously tender.
They s0ften. look wistful or shine
With each changing mood that creeps DER her
almost wish they were mine.
Ilknew when saw her standing
Near the window when left to-day. 81
That she looked back to see me leaving.
So threw her sweet rosebud away.
He. later.
/ have confession, my darling.
To make e'er leave you tonight.
I only intended Irritation, M
AS you did. if read Alright.
But firtations are dangerous pastime
In the light Of such eyes as yours,
And found that my heart had been stolen
As you whiled away idle hours.
"A heart for heart" is the maxim,
Stolen good love, you cannot spurn.
Keep mine in these soft paine. my darling.
But give me your own in return.
FiUis.
The stars glittered down through the cleaning
The roses hung wet with the dew:
II thought twas but Irritation,
But my heart has been stolen too"
The low. sweet voice breaks the silence.
Only he and the flowers heard,
The moon yelled her face for moment.
And the listening leaves,,gently stirred.
Out there in the springs budding sweetness
The little flirtation.is done;
Beneath the spring moons tender radiance
Two hearts have been lost and won.
Written for the CHIEF.
"ChuB'S" COUSIN.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-04-25

Bastrop is progressive and rapid town.
Everything is done with rush up there.
Even the eclipse of the sun on the 18th
ult., that lasted nearly three hours and
half elsewhere, wasSaer in an hours time
in Bastrop. At least. so says the More
house Clarion, and surely the Clarion ought
to know.