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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12
sHOT THROUGH THE BODY.
A Probably Fatal Array on the Louis.
VILE Road.

-
Vile Road.
Joe Bacon, a negro living about eight
miles from the city, on the Louisville
road. was probably fatally shot yesterday
by another negro named John Scott. The
ball from a NO. oallbre pistol struck
Bacon in tile pit Of the stomach and
passed almost directly backward, follow.
ing a HORIZONTAL course, and lodged In the
back near the spinal column. he was
placed In a wagon and brought TO the
city. The bali was extracted by Or. b.
f. Sheitall, whsi pronounced the wound
very likely fatak
After the bah was cut out by the sur
geon Bacon was again placed in the
wagon and was taken back TO his home.
The negro who did the shooting claimed
that it was ACCT dental, but some Of
Bacon's friends ware inclined 20 regard IL
as an attempt TO murder. The wounded
man said that there had been no trouble
between himself aald Scott and that be
believed he had been shot while Scott was
carelessly handling ae pistol.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12
"LIttle SorreI.''

Lest the people of Savannah should
have some DOUBT as to the genuineness
Of this famous horse, we publish the fol-
lowing letter:
RICHMOND, Jan. 81, 1sS5.-TO whom it
may concern: This Is to certify that Mai
A. X. Venable, of Farmville, Va, an ex-
Confederate soldier Of gallant record and
gentleman of high character, Is one OF
the authorized agents on the part Of the
committee in charge Of the management
OF the Home for Southern Veterans and
InYalids, to exhibit at New Orleans the
war horse Of Gen. StoneWall jackson.
also certify that the horse under his
charge is the same ridden by Gen. jack
son In his last campaign and now owned
by his widow.
W. Il. CAMERON, Governor.
/ have appointed Mr.. J. b. TUT my
agent 10 exhibit the horse during my en-
forced absence. A. II. VENABLE.
The horse, which can be seen 40 his
tent, corner Bull and Jones streets, Ia
most undoubtedly the one the General
rode, and every one should pay visit TO
the famous animal.
MIR. Turf announces that all who desire
10 contribute TO the good cause can send
any sum they desire 10 him, or 70 y. b.
Pace, Treasurer, Richmond, Va. This Is
certainly a worthy object, and one that
sAOald be patr0nized by every one In the
city. Let all 90, then, and take the little
ones. Put them on the horse; that will
De something for them 90 talk about in
days 10 come. RocOllect the money goes
10 tho boys In gray, and that alone should
induce all 10 10 or 70 send their mite
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12
The Martln's Inda,stry LiFhtship

A petition has been drawn up ana will
DO forwarded to-day to the Secretary Of the
Treasury at Washin ZION, asking that q
steam white be placed on Martins In
dustry lghtship. The ocean steamship
Captains claim that Il is very hard to
make the light ship IN bad or foggy
weather, ga there Is only bell 1T present,
aud in trying 10 make the shipfor the pur.
pose Of locating buoys th,1y fail 10 locate
by the sound OF the bell In thick weather,
thereby causing delays and danger.
As the steamers (many OF them
carry heavy freights, besides mum.
bers Of passengers, il Is con-
sIdercd absolutely necessary for their
protection th0t betlor acuNie for max
Ing port should hs had. The petition has
been generally signed by lhrgo number
OF sea captains, agents OF the different
steamship linoe, rs well as IVY the presi-
dents OF the railroad compant 9 and the
chairman IT the pilots. II Is strongiy iu-
doraed, and there Is thought be little
doubt that the Secretary VIII grant the
request.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12
mo snnerinr Onnrt.

At the meeting of the Superior Court
yesterday the case Of Kennedy & Blum
against N. e. Robinson and j. h. Robin.
son, agents, and Mcmillan Bros, gar
nishees, was taken up on motion to dis
miss the answer of the defendants, when
time was given to file the traverse of the
same.
The final decree of the court was rem
dered In the case of Ellen B. Screven and
others, c0mplainants, aud John Screyen
and others, defendants.
In the case Of VIM. Kelly and others,
plaintiffs in certiorari, against Charles
jackson, defendant in certiorari, the court
granted an order sustaining the cerbiOrari
and Temanding the matter back to the
Justices court.
The court then adjourned until Satur-
day morning at 10 O'Clock
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12
stlmniant. Tonie and Nonrlshment.

These are the threeiold daily require
ments OF human life, particularly in the
whiri and rush Of social and business exc
istence. Constant exhaustion OF all the
powers requires perpetual rehabilitation.
Concentrated recupcration il the great
problem which Is successfully solved lu
DUrFY's PURE MALT WHISKY, that
furnishes all the stimulating, strengthen
ing and n0utishing oOmponeuts ~ the
finest barley in the most efficient aud
healthful form, entirely free from every
injurious element, DO that tho most deli
cate systems or critical cOnu0isseurs
derive the greatest good and utmost salts
faction from its use. Can be bought OF
any reliable grocer or druggist. Selling
Agents for Savannah, Llppman Bros.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12
G. B. PRITcHARD, CAPTAIN.

The shooting was at 200 yards Creed
moor target, with Open-sighted rifles, the
highest individual score possible being 80.
The score shows that Savannah can put
a team Of 40 riiemen in the field with an
assurance that it can compete with any
team OF the same number in the country,
and with a likelihood of carrying of the
honOrs. The result Of the match was
something Of surprise to many OF the
shooting in opposing teams. 1t is under
stood that another match has already
been arranged and will be shot IN a week
rsHa errra
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12

II you want plate Of Pure, Rich Ice
Cream or sherbet, or a pound Of Mail
lard's CONNECTIONS. served 70 you IN first-
class style, 20 TO Raderiok's, and bring
your wife, sister or somebody else's sister
with you.--AdU.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12
Piper u eidsieok aud piper sec Get First
Glass IA edHIa - New Orleans.

We take great pleasure In announcing
10 the trade that Messrs. John Osborn,
Son 4 Co, as the agents OF Messrs. Kuck-
Gilman 4 Co.. OF Refine. have been award
ed At the New Orleans Exposition irst-
class medal for their very dry wine Pip0r
Sec, aud also lrstolass medal FOR their
medium dry champagne Piper Heldsieck.
-Bonr0rrs VINE and Spirit Circular,
June 10, 1885.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12

The wonder on those who 20 TO the Har-
nett House, in savannah, Is that 80 excel
lent "a table and such comfortable rooms
can be offered TO the public At such mimi
mum rates. Without eXaggeration, the
Harnett Is as good as that Of the Sereven
House, and the rates just one-haf as
large. Courteous treatment makes up
the sum OF its attractions. The public
largely testified their appreciation
Jacksonville Fla Herald.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12

A golden opportunityto get a Si4 Trunk
and the Savannah Local for one year for
Sl.-Adg.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12

Baggage Of all kinds repaired at Trunk
Factory, AZ Whitaker street.-AdU.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12

The incest line Of Spring Clothing In
the city, az Appel Bros. and sold at New
York cost 70 make room for improve
ments.-AdU.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12

Owing 70 extensive improvements at
our establishment this summer, we offer
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12

KNOW TuYsBLF, by roaaiux the "sci-
ence Of Life" the beat medical work ever
published. for young aud middlo-agod mon.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12

Parties purchasing Trunks win find IL
a great advantage by calling AZ the Fac
tory, ~ Whitaker street. Repairing done.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12
Glotbtup.
RENEENGBERv
ABRAHAMS & BIRNBAUIS
PGrOnlt0rT Sale
Will Only be Continued to July |,

A 5 the building will then be torn down and
n replaced by an elegant structure OF
course You understand our summer trade ia
interiered with, hence we must sell our etoek
at any price. We are making immense sacr.
fees, and to give you an idea that we mean il
we will quote few prices
$50 Alpaca Coats ut 81 10 50 80, the best; for
mer price 81 80 10 IS.
$50 Office Goats ~ 25c.
20 Fast COlors, Genuine Seersucker Suits
att375.
All Wool Cashmere Suits at IS, that cost IS,
and were sold at $40.
All Wool Cashmere Suits at IS, that COST
SO. ana were sold as SIP.
All Wool Cashmere Suits at 81 50, that cost
$l2, and We're sold at Sl5
All Wool Caesiper Suits at SlA, that cost
sic, and were sold at $40.
4-Button Cork@crew suits at SIS, that cost
S2l, and 30 d at S2j.
The above quotations are an idea Of our
anxiety to close out our stock, and the public
will fnd everything as advertised, as We
positively mean what we say We are selling
goods very rapidly, hence to avoid disapp0nt-
meRt in sizes and otherwise, do not delay, bu.
call at once at
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12

Trunks at factory prices at Savannah
Trunk Factory, ~ Whitaker street.-Ado.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-06-12

The nobbiest line OF straw Hats at APP
pei Bros! Clothing az cost, 70 make room
for improvements 10 their establishment
this summer.-AdU.
The Arkansaw traveler., 1885-01-03
LIMNTNGS.

MT. Howells, the novelist, has taken one of his characters out of Boston, but he allowed him to go back by the return steamer.
The Arkansaw traveler., 1885-01-03

said that nothing but his sympathy toI the poor fellow under tho shed induced him to make the trip, potrangle growlcd and l expected to sec him throw the detective out, bu, he didn't, yet knew that he was greatly diSpieassd. By ihii time the road had turned into a swamp whore the trees were of dense growth The detective, while looking out, dropped his hat. The driver stopped when called upon, and the detective 70, out, but, instead ot turning to pick up his hat, he showed a couple of pistols into the stage and said, Hands up!' He was so sudden, and his face bore a look of such determination, that, desiring 10 see wha, would next follow, we held up our hands. Gentlemen, my name is S;iHs, said he, saa :h.ak yea lar this opportunity ot raising A fe~ dollars toward the payment of the heavy ex- penses under which am nov founder ing. Here, big man, addressing Pot rangle, I've got the proof now, so just hand over that bet. An! thanl you. Now that watch, please. Pa, it on the seat over there, boys. Better hand over your pistols, too. Dangerous weapons While jolting along. they might go of and hurt some oi you. Nos, gentlemen, gathering up the pistols, money and watches, am compelled to bid you good day. you see that poor fellow under the shed, please relieve him. Drive on
 "We got our hands down after awhile. potrangle go, mad, the desperate fellow, and it was all we could do to keep him from getting out and looking for Kline. Oh, he was ho; and you just ough, 10 have heard how he cursed the vobber." !"
 But, my dear sir" said the governor, "you spoke of determined affair can't exactly see where the determination comes in," taking up pardon for man who had been convicted of marrying three women and stealiag a croSs-cut saw.
 "Yeu cantY'
 "No, sir, 1 cannot"
 Then, governor, you must be blind. Don't you sec that we were determined that he should no, ride with us ali the way to Snakeburgr
 "Oh, that's fact. Now, abou, how much reward do you want I'
The Arkansaw traveler., 1885-01-03
KIND ADVICE.

"l have a yearning desire to write" ]" said young man to an old journalist. {" It is not for money would write" Not for money, eh P replied the old man.
 "No, sir, not for money. Itis because that feel within me something which know would benefit mankind"
 "Think that you could say something that has never been said, suppose" "Oh, know 1t, 1 feel it."
 "Might not this be ambition rather than ability"
 "It cannot be. Ambition is selfish :; that something which feel is warm and generous"
 "A Tom and Jerry, perhapsS" "Oh, no, my old friend, it is not Tom and Jerry, it."
 "Cetainly can't be beer2"
 Do not make sport of me. My very soul is aroused"
 "Must have note in bank1"
 "Oh, no, have nothing in bank" "And you are not likely to have" "Then you would not advise me to wr;.s?"
 "Oh, yes."
 "Advise me, oh, advise me p
 "Well, think over an article four or five weeks before you write it"
 But, my dear sir, can never find the timc."
 "Well then, don't write."
The Arkansaw traveler., 1885-01-03
sELF-REsPKCT.

John B Bilkney has great respec, iol himself Several days ago, a man called him liar.
 ooh, won't resen, it," said John " I've got too much respect for myself
 The man knocked him down.
 "That's all right" sad John, arising !" I've go. too much self scsSect to fight if didn't think anything of myself, you'd hear from me-"
 "The man kicked him.
 "Ksep on," said John. "Ah, self. respect does control man's temper"
 Have drink" exclaimed the man.
 Til jne you," seplied John. "oh, l see you are beginning to have some respect for yourself No, sir, nothing like selErespect. Well, here's hopin'.r
The Arkansaw traveler., 1885-01-03
EMBARRASSING.

"I intended to tell Jane to bring a fresh bucket of water," said the wife O, Professor Nottlehead, looking up from her sewing.
 "You doubtless mean bucket of fresh water" rejoined her husband. "I wish you would pay some little attention to rhetoric. Your mistakes are embarrass- ing"
 A few moments later, the professor said:
 "My dear, that picture would show to better advantage if you were to hang it over the clock"
 "Ah," she replied, "you doubtless mean if were to hang it above the clock. If were to hang it over the clock, we couldn't tell what time 1t is. wish you would pay some little attention to rhetoric. Your mistakes are embarrassing"
The Arkansaw traveler., 1885-01-03
BROKEN HEARTED.

A man bought, by weight, a turkey from an old negro. When he took the fowl home, he discovered some five oi six pounds of lead in the cavity reserved for oysters. Indignant at such an out rage, he sought the negro and exclaimed :
 Look hese, you old thief, what did you meas"
 "Doank Say muffin, boss. I'se broken hearted."
 What's the matter with youf"
 Wife got drownded in de riber."
 "Pm sorry for that"
 "Oh, it's awful. sah. An, Lawd whut's goin' ter come Q my po' chillun?"
 The gentleman went out and the negro said: Didn't make so much offen dem blame shot. Cos me ten cents CT poun; Desc white folks is harder an harder tez git ericng wid ebezy day."
The Arkansaw traveler., 1885-01-03

|" How much money did the Lord offer

"How much money did the Lord offer you7"
 "Do you see that door" (Which one; that one ?" pointing. "Yes, sir"
 "Well, go out and shus it." "I want to stay in here" "You cannot"
 "Why?"
 "You are too foolishly inquisitive." "What's foolishly 'quisitive 2" "Asking so many questions" How many must l ask?' "None."
 "Then couldn't talk, could IF" "It would be better for you if you couldn't talk so much"
 "How much must talk 2" Here. I'll give you ten cents now if you'll go on away"
 "Call ain't strong enough" said the boy, shaking his head.
 "Well, here's quarter" said the preacher, smiling.
 "Call's strong enough" replied the boy, taking the money and hurrying away.
The Arkansaw traveler., 1885-01-03
THE FOREIGN ELEMENT.

Two German citizens, having become involved in a fight were arrested and taken before negro justice of the peace. When the constable explained why the men had been ansigned, the justice said !.
 {" sees dat yer two gentlemen is fur nners. Now, I'll fine yer ten dollars fur 6ghtin' an twenty dollars fur s'Iectin' de Newsigh:ed States far yer battle groun'. Dis country, gentlemen, has ter perteck itsef ergin de tringemsa.s O de turin element"
 "We no dot much money got" said one of the prisoners.
 Dat ain't my fault, en'lemen O dc turin stamp. Yer ken jes' go inter my new groun' an work t out See dat dz do ii, MT. Constable.o
The Arkansaw traveler., 1885-01-03
rHK OLD COUPLES GRIEF.
The Story of 6 Parent who had Prayed
 that His Son Night Reeovar.


 The governor of Arkansaw sat in his private office, His term was slowly ex. piring only Gew more days tem aIned. He felt that scuse of approaching relief which all conscientious men feel h near ing time when they can ,hrow otf a heavy load of great responsibility, Some one knocked.
 Come in."
 An old man entered.
 " Excuse me for intruding upon your privacy. saw no one a, the door and took the responsibility of knocking"
 ." No apology Is necessary. Have q seat"
 The old man sat down. His iong, white hair and wrInkled face lent him the appearance of the dying years withcTcd emblem.
 "Can 1 do anything fot you ?" asked the governor.
 "fou can only do me the favor of listening 10 a short story"
 The governor looked up In as,onIsh- meut Petceiving his surprise, the old man said;
 Don't think thA, am not in my right mind. No, not right mind, for l am broken by griei. The story Is not long sir"
 Well, proceed"
 "One night about twenty years ago, my wife and lowered in grief neal the bedside of l.tle boy --ouf only son. A blighung disease had fallen upon him. and heart broken, ~e were waiting for the awful summons. He was the light of our lives, and it was like the cruciGxion of the aoul to give him up. Midnight came, and still there appeared 10 be no change in the little sufferer. Falling on my kaees prayed that God might spare his lie. 'Oh, Lord 1 cried, spare him and will never ask another favor Of Thee When 1 arose, l heard the cry of A hawk"
 "Did you pray for me p asked the child.
 "'Yss.'
 " Don't, he said. and a change came over hls countenanee.
 |" He grew better, and by morning, hope had returned. Never before had [ thanked God so ieTvenily, and when the little fellow was able 10 get ou. of bed, 1 vas the happiest man in the world"
 The old man looked at the clock.
 "We!l," said the governor.
 "I heard hawk scream today" again looking a. the clock,
 "Old gentleman, you are not well. You need physician"
 "No." he replied. His gaze vas fastened OF the clock.
 Where Is your son nowf'
 "Hanging in the jail yard" replied the old man. You know the history of his crime. knew not what was saying when asked God to spare his life."
 We are all blind creatures, old gentle man"
 "Yes, and we know not for what we ask. Well, good bye. mas. go so the jail yard. The poor mother who lowered In griei with me twenty years ago, Is now in that despair which the breaking of a heart brings, waiting to view for the last time the face that we both wes with tears"
The Arkansaw traveler., 1885-01-03
NEEDED NO HELP.

Bob posson was . great lsgisissor. He did not understand parliamentary law quite as well as some people, for once, when called to the chair, during a warm discussion, he took of his coat and joined in the debate. Shortly after his arrival, potson was appointed member of the judiciary committee.
 Bot" said the chairman Of the eom- mittes, "don't go away tonight. We want you to help us frame dog law."
 "Help frame it. why hang h, man, l don't need no help. ! am as good carpenter as there is in the state and can make frame that would tickle . prssi- dent. What kinder wood do you want S''
The Arkansaw traveler., 1885-01-03
AN INFLIcrIoN.

"Uncie Billy" said the governor of Arkansaw, addressing an old negro, "I understand that you have sustained a terrible affiiction. You have my deepest sympathy"
 ~W'y, boss, ain't had no 'fiction."
 "What, didn't your wife die Last week p
 "Oh, yas sah, yas; dat's fack, but l 'ciar ter goodness, gubner, times is dun got so hard wid me dat hab almos' for got de lady. Vas, sah, she's dead an buried. Mighty pleasant woman-airter da tuck her ter de grabeyard, sah. Ain't got no flat terbacker bout yer pusson, is yer2 Thankee, sah."
The Arkansaw traveler., 1885-01-03

4 coroneps jury, in Askaasaw, sum- moncd to determine the cause Of the death of a well-known drunkasd, re- turned the following verdict; "Ths sslier come ter his deasb by swischin' o6 frum one kind O whisky tss anoshss. The moral O this hear vssdick is, don't switch.n
The Arkansaw traveler., 1885-01-03

ASTRONOMERS say that two hundred and fifty years will have elapsed when England witnesses another total eclipse of the sun. This is rather . slight on Mir. Cladstone's government, but neither the army nor the navy can effect q change in the proclamation.
The Arkansaw traveler., 1885-01-03

Cs-eland has refused . demiicbn of whisky. Thus Arkansaw fails to receive recognition h the cabinet.
The Arkansaw traveler., 1885-01-03
CALLS.
Why Some Were Weak and Some
 Were Sufficiently Strong.

Why Some Were Weak and Some
 Were Sufficiently Strong.
 The Rev. MT. Mulkittle, having sue cessfully organized church fair, was a very happy man. It had been hinted that the congregation was little short on raising the reverend gentleman's salary, hence the satisfaction he felt when he saw that the proceeds of the fair would more than supply the deficiency. The good man, after retiring from profitable afternoons work-during which he had assured dyspeptics that potato salad would not hurt them-sat by the library fire when the youngster entered:
 "Where have you been, pa?"
 "To the fair"
 "What fair ?"
 "Our church fair"
 "Did they have it out to the fair grounds ?"
 "No."
 "Where then r
 "Down town in our church"
 "Did they have horses and COWS? ?" "Oh, no. They didn't show anything" "What did they do? ?"
 "Oh, they sold toys and something to eat"
 "Did they sell it to the poor"
 "They sold it to anybody who had money"
 "It was the feast of the passover, wasn't itf"
 Mir. Mulkittle looked at his son for a moment and said "No, it wasn't the feast of the passover. Whe res your mother?"
 "Gone out to sew for the church. Does the church want money?"
 "Of course"
 "But they don't want to make their fathers house den of"
 "Will you hush up, sir?"
 "But they made the temple den of thieves, didn't they?"
 "Yes."
 "How did they?"
 "By selling cattle in it."
 "And the Lord didn't like that, did He?"
 "No."
 He wanted 'em to sell oysters, didn't He?"
 "I1l box your ears if you don't behave yourself"
 "IT be good" moving away from his father. MT. Mulkittle took up a news paper and began to read.
 "Do you want me to be a preacher?' the boy asked.
 "Yes, if the Lord calls you"
 "Did the Lord call your
 "Yes."
 "What did He say"
 "Told me to go and preach the gospel to every living creature"
 "Didn't tell you to preach to the niggers, did He?7
 nat Il QO now.
 "You thought that the Lord had called you again the other day, didn't you" "I don't know what you are talking about" said the minister.
 @Don't you know the other day you told ma that yoa had . call to go to another place, an you would go if you could get two hundred dollars more Wosldn't the Lord give you the two hum dred dollars ?"
 "Didn't tell you to hush, sir, throw jag down the paper, and glaring at his son.
 ~No, sir, you said for me to behave myself"
 "Well, see that you do."
 I wish you'd tell me5"
 Tell you about what ?"
 Bout the call"
 sWell, church in another town wanted me to come and preach there." "Why didn't you gor
 =Couidu'i afford it. They don't pay enough money"
 "Cau wasn't loud enough, was it ?" Well, hardly" !" assented Mir. Mulkittie with smile. "It wasn't loud enough to be very interesting"
 "H it had been louder would you went?
 "I should have gone ifthey had offered me enough money"
 "It wasn't the Lord that called you that time, was it 2"
 sI think not"