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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
FANCY SHOOTING ON THEsTAGE
Phenomenal Workmanship Exposed
Easily Done When You Know How.

Easily Done When You Know How.
From the Ye0 York News.
A noted professional shot, who, with
his wife, travelled with a Wild West show
thus explained to party of acquaintance
how the fancy rife shooting is done on
the stage: One Of the oldest is the bell
trick This is done by having a target
placed on the stage with a very small
quarter-Inch hole as centre, through
which the marksman is supposed to put
his bullet. Surrounding this Is a piece of
black cloth, and back of the cloth a saw
plate. II the marksman hits within eight
or twelve inches OF the centre. the bell or
rather the plate, which is set loosely, will
ring, and the audience will naturally sup
pose the bullet or bullets penetrated the
bulPs-eye. This explains how stage shots
placed from twenty to twenty-five shots
in the bulPs-eye in so many seconds.
The next trick is the match trick. This
is done by placing a large number of par
lor matches in circle, with the heads OF
the same pointing inwardly. II the marks
man hits, or rather puts his bullet, which
is not difficult TO do, any place in the cir
Gle, he must light one of the matches, and
thus lighting the circle. This trick is al
ways done at the back of the stage. and
the audience cannot see any of the
matches, and suppose, naturally, il is but
n "a
single match on an iron plate, and if the
maTksman shoots any reasonable distance
near it it will light from the splash OF lead
on the solid plate.
In the cigar trick the marksman is sup
posed to shoot the ashes of cigar held
in the mouth OF an assistant. The trick is
generally bona fide one, but can he done
by having a wire run through the cigar TO
the ashes, and at the report Of the gun
have the assistant touch the wire with his
tongue and knock the ashes of. Shooting
"A silver dime from the mouth, and be-
tween the teeth OF an assistant. IS done by
having one marked with bullet, and
showing one not marked to the audience;
the assistant changes at the report OF the
gun and splits out the marked one and
shows it to the audience.
The thimble trick is done by placing
thimble on the assistants head with
thin string attached, and az the report of
the gun It Is pulled OF by another assist
ant behind the scenes. Shooting through
over the ring, and then. before showing It
10 the audience, placing the ring Of the
watch over the hole made, and on nail
placed there beforehand.
Shutting the candle, which looks so diff
fcult, Is done by having the candle close
to a solid block Of wood. Tho conclusion
OF the bullet puts out the light. although
the bullet bits within three inches OF the
candle proper. The Professor gave an ex-
hibition at one time in n Pennsylvania
town where tho authorities strictly for
babe the firing Of solid bullets, and gave
as good satisfaction as though he were
firing and dong the trick bona fde. So
much for stage riiie shooting.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
WITH SHOT AND KNIFE.
Two Women Brutality Butchered iR
Baldwin County.

Two Women Brutality Butchered in
Baldwin County.
MILLEDGEVILLE, GA, March 5.-The
most horrible murder ever committed in
this county was perpetrated yesterday
evening about sundown on the Cobb
place. Frank HUMPHREYS and Misses
Ella HUMPHREYS and Carrie Raines were
walking from Elisha HUMPHREYS to Frank
Humphries', a distance of about four
miles. They had gone about half way
when HUMPHREYS outraged one of the
ladies and then killed them both by shoot
ing them with shotgun and then cutting
their throats. HUMPHREYS denies that he
did the killing, and says that four dis
guised men knocked him senseless with
sand-bag and then killed the ladies'. His
statements before the cOrOner's jury this
evening were OF such a nature as TO
place the crime upon him without a
doubt. HUMPHREYS was brought to town
this evening and lodged in Jail. 1t is be-
lied that if HUMPHREYS had re-
manned in the country until
the cOroner's verdict was declared be
would have been taken from the Sheriff
by a mob. He is not safe yet and lynch
ing is freely talked of tonight. Miss
HUMPHREYS was a niece Of the murderer,
and Miss Raines was his sister-in-laW.
They were daughters of well TO do farm
ers, and their terrible death has cast a
gloom over the entire county. HUMPHREYS
was under the influence OF liquor yesteT-
day. This is the only reason assigned for
the rash act,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
PRISONERS RRnAK JAN.
Three Recaptured and Seven stu at
Largs-seals the Scene.


COLUMBUS, GA, March 5.-The prison
ers confined in jail at Scale, Ala, made a
desperate assault on JaIler d. ID. Sbad-
wick this morning 1T $3.50 O'clock. The
building is constructed with hall be-
tween The end rooms. On the inside is an
iron door. and outside one made of wood.
The prisoners broke down the iron door
and awaited the jailer's coming to feed
them in order to make the attack. When
the door was opened the prisoners over
powered and knocked the jailer down and
ran pell NELL over his body. George 3.
DAVIS, who murdered Archie Reaves near
Columbus last month, was the last TO at
tempt TO leave the Jail, and as he passed
the PROSTATE jailer he attempted to strike
him.
This cowardly act cost Davis his
probable liberty. The taller caught his
hand and held him until assistance ar
rived. Davis was then chained to the
hoor TO prevent any possibility Of escape.
NAMES OF THE gUGITIyEs.
Following are the names Of those who
were recaptured: Arthur Buchanan, Nose
Collins and Miner Baker. Seven OF the
prisoners have not been recaptured. Their
names and odenses are: Fred Williams,
assault with intent to murder; Jasper
Gochett, burglary; George Henderson,
hghting; Thornton Brooks, deiaulter;
Nathan BOykin, burglary; Arthur Cal
houn, larceny; Oscar Harris, adultery.
Blood hounds are now on the track OF the
prisoners.
Richmond Stanford was arrested
last night by Chief of Police Pal
mer and carried by that officer to Mont
gomery this afternoon. He is wanted for
working confidence games on number
Of MnnfuOFUapU 10 tho m of
$500. He is also wanted in Little Rock,
Ark, for like Ofenses.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
TRANs-CoNrINENTAL RATES.
A Probability that the war viii End in a
Few Days.

New YORK, March 5.-The war of the
Trans-Continental Railroads will proba-
bly, end in a few days. Positive informa-
ton was given this evening that letters
had been written to G. r. Huntington by
the Presidents Of the Atchson, Topeka
and Santa Fe and Chicago, Burlington
and Quincy Railroads, and Commissioner
Fink with reference to a settle
ment OF the trouble. IL mas
been said by well-informed railroad men
that the fight was not OF very great di-
mansions because the warning roads had
selected a season when business is usual
ly duh with them. The Trunk Line ex-
ecutive committee decided several days
ago that IL would have nothing to do with
the fight except to act as mediator. It's
members, therefore, authorized Commits
siOner Fink 10 act IN that capacity. The
only difficulty in the way Of "a settlement
10 that the Atchison line demands lar
ger proportion OF the Transcontinental
freight business than the Sunset line
thinks IL earns.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06

BLAKELY, GA, March 5.-N esterlay
the liquor dealers OF Blakely were ar
raigned before Mayor Powell on a charge
of retailing liquors without licenses.
After patiently hearing both sides. the
Mayor decided that the license presented
by Mr.. Chipstead in his defense was il
legal. He fined Mr.. Chipstead $40 and
costs. This puts the matter in a tangible
shape 10 he brought before the Superior
court, which will no doubt be done by the
defense at once.
Col. A. J. singletary and Miss Carrie
Cook, OF our town, were married on Thurs.
day evening last, Roy. John b. Culpepper,
or Macon, officiating.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
THE CITY BY THE SEA.
Mr.. o'Byrne and His Bride-sale OF a
Damaged Cargo.

damaged cargo.
CHARLESTON, S. c., March 5.-M. A.
O'Byrne and his bride, Of Savannah, re-
ceived royal welcome mere yesterday.
AS soon as their presence in the city was
known they were called upon by numer-
GUS friends. In the evening they were
rendered reception at the hospitable
residence of eX-Capt. James +. Reddmg,
of the Montgomery Guards, and late at
night the Irish Volunteers, headed by the
Volunteers band, called at the hotel and
serenaded the happy couple. MIR. O'Byrne
is pleasantly remembered here in cOnnec-
ton with the visit of the Irish Jasper
Greens to this city several years ago,
when his ringing speeches made decided
and favorable impression. Mr.. and Mrs.
OByrne will remain here to-day, and will
leave tomorrow morning for Charlotte,
n. c., to spend some time with relatives
there.
A sale of damaged fertilizers, the cargo
of the bark Svea, was made at auction
here yesterday. The cargo consisted OF
1900 bags OF muriate of potash, and 1876
tons Of German kainit. The potash was
purchased by Messrs. Hammond, Hull 81
Co., OF Savannah, at 81 40 TO 81 80 per hun
dred pounds.
The Peoples National Bank of this city
uds IeuuCeu It's cdplIal sJOck from 90UO.UUO
to $2oO,OOO, This was done, il is said, be-
cause Of the high price of government
bonds and the low rate of interest pre-
vailing. 1t is rumOred that the Carolina
Savings Bank, on the contrary, proposes
to increase its capital.
Rev. DIR. Lansing Burrows, Of Augusta,
is conducting very successful revival
among the Baptists OF Charleston. DIR.
Burrows holds two meetings daily at
the Citadel Square Baptist Church, which
is constantly filled with people. He is an
able and eloquent preacher, and is said TO
be doing great good here.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
HOLLAND ACQUITTED.
The Jury Reach q Verdict in Ten Minutei
After Going Out.


NEW YORK, March IA strong dele
cation Of Texans was in court to-day to
hear the conclusion of the trial of Holland
Tor killing Davis. Roger A. Pryor,
summed up for the defense. At the con-
clusion of Gen. PryOr's address the muir
muir Of applause became almost a dea1en-
ing roar, ending with capping of hands
ana stamping Of feet. Judge Van Brunt
lmmedi lately ordered the court room
cleared, and in about two minutes all the
enthusiasts, except a few women, were
hustled into the corridor. Quiet being re-
stored, Col. John b. Fellowes, Assistant
Dlstrlct Attorney, made the closing argu-
ment on behalf OF the prosecution in an
address OF nearly two hours.
Judge Van Brunt then took nearly an
hour to charge the jury.
ACQUITTED IN 10 MINUTES.
About 1880 O'Clock tonight the jury re-
tlred. Judge Van Brunt went to dinner.
Inc jury had not been out 10 minutes be-
lore they had agreed that the defendant
ought 70 be acquitted. 1t was 9 O'Clock
When Judge Van Brunt returned, and at
9:lO O'Clock the jury were in their seats
and Holland was told to stand up. The
usual question was put, and the fore
man said they had agreed, and
that the verdict was 'not
guilty." The prisoner displayed
no great emotion. but warmly grasped
the hand Of each Juror as he stepped from
the box. Almost every man in the court
room grasped Holland warmly by the
hand as he walked out Of the court house
on the arm of his Texan lawyer, Mr.. Ma
kemson. Holland will leave for Texas in
few days.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
BURNETT ACQUITTED.

Rhodes Exorbitant Profits Find No
Favor with the Jury.
ATLANTA, GA, March 5.-FOr several
DAYS an Interesting trial has been in pro-
gress in the City court. The case was
that OF the State VS.. Alonzo W. Burnett,
colored, associate editor Of the Defiance,
charged with criminal libel The prose-
cutor was A. q. RhOdes,a furniture dealer
on the installment plan. The trial
was concluded this afternoon and
the jury after being out only a few
minutes returned a verdict of not guilty.
Burnett is associated with w. a. Pledger
in the publication OF the Defiance. Some
time ago Pledger was found guilty and
fined 500 on a similar charge, g. W.
Adair being the prosecutor. The case is
now in the Supreme Court.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
THE BIG-KNEnD MARE
How She Raised Her owner from F

How She Raised Her Owner from Pc
nury to = Competence.
GOSHEN, n. Y, March 2.-In the death
of the mare known as the "Big-Kueed
Mare" which died in Ridgebury, this
county, last week, her owner loses one of
the most unprepossessing pieces of horse
flesh That ever lived, but one that raised
aim from penury to the enjoyment of a
competence. She was the property of
Rev. Mr.. Scutt, of Ridgebury. In 1872 he
was pastor OF the Methodist Church of
that place. He was a great lover and ex-
cellent Judge of horses, but was too
poor to indulge mis- likings in that line.
He owned a black mare which, besides
a general uncouth appearance, was dis
figured by knee which was swollen to
three times it's natural size. Dominic
Scutt could not be shaken in his opinion
and belief that the ungainly mare came
from the best kiRd of stock. He went so
far as to claim her as lineal descendant
of the Mulbee horse, out of a dam sired
by Abdallah. 1t was his ambition to have
q colt out OF her by some good horse. He
bred her in 1873 to ). II. Woods cele-
brated horse KDickerbocker. but about
the time the colt was foaled the dominic
was Frustrated by paralysis, and he was
unable to pay W God for the service OF mis-
horse. Wood Cancelled the debt and gave
Scutt 500 tor the colt. He sold this colt
10 a Georgian for a big price, as
1-year-old, and it turned out
fast one. Its traits and points went far
to prove the correctness of the ped
igree Scutt claimed for his big-kneed
mare. Since then the mare has been bred
six times TO Knickerbocker. The second
colt has yielded Seutt about $4,000 in two
years in the stud. The third colt he
traded for farm near Binghamton, part
Of which he mas since sold for $500, and
the remainder he refused S12, 600 for. He
owns the third, fourth, and fifth colts. He
values them at $1,000 each. The sixth Is
year old, and promises to be a valuable
animal. The Big-Kneed Mare was u
wears old.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
A sOLDIERs DISGRACE.

DESERVING His Wife Because His Promo
tiOn Placed Him Socially Above Her.
WAsHINGToN, March 4.-Charges have
been filed with the Senate Committee on
Military Affairs against Second Lieut..
John e. McBlair. which, il sustained. will
not only defeat the pending nomination Of
that officer 10 be First Lieutenant, but
may result In hts being cOurt-martialed
and dismissed the service. McBlRir en-
listed IN 1872 in the Second United States
Cavalry, and served as an enlisted man I'M
tI 1880, when he was promoted to be a Sec
Ond Lieutenant and assigned to the Ninth
Cavalry. Prior TO his promotion he mar
ried a young lady in West Philadelphia,
and IL is charged that after his promotion
he wrote to his wife, informing her that
his promotion placed HIM so far above her
in the social scale that it would be better
that they should be divorced, as he could
not introduce her into the society OF his
brother officers and that OF their families,
and that finally he obtained a divorce in
California court, a State IN which he never
had a domicile.
His wife directed suit TO be brought TO
set aside the decree. on the ground that
the divorce was illegally obtained.
Judge Kelly brought the matter to the at
tention OF Gen Logan when McBair's
nomination was sent TO the Senate, few
days ago. Senator Logan agreed that the
charges should De looked into, but the
committee, during the absence OF Gen.
logan and not having been informed OF
the charges, reported the nomination %
the senate, and 10 was confirmed. Upon
ascertaiuing that fact Judge Kelley called
on senator Logan. who Immediately took
steps 20 have the nomination recalled by
the President, aud the case is again be-
fore the Senate.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
FLORIDA ON THE WIFE.
An Elaborate Programme Mapped Out
for thu Editors.


JACKSONVILLE, FLA, March 5.-The
editorial excursion arrived here tonight
late in charge of Col. Papy, Of the Florida
Railway and Navigation Company. The
citizens meeting this afternoon discussed
the entertainment Of the visitors. A COM
mittee OF reception was appointed, and
the following programme mapped out:
The party Will sleep aboard the Pullman
sleepers tonight, breakfast at the 81.
James hotel during the following morn
ing, dine at the Everett, prepare the press
report, and visit Pablo beach in the after
noon. An informal reception Will be held
at the Jacksonville club tomorrow nlgnI.
Sunday they will visit ST. Johns bar on
the sylvan Glen and dine at the ST.
George Island hotel. They viii leave
Monday via the Florida Railway aud Nav
igation COmpany'e road in charge OF Coils.
Papy and Coleman tor a trip through
Middle and West Florida. Tuesday Col.
W. ID. Chipley will take charge Of the
party at River Junction and escort 1t
through West Florida. They will stop at
Pensacola and thence 20 home via the
Louisville and Nashville railroad. They
express themselves as delighted with
their trip through the peninsula.
The sheriff to-day levied on the stock OF
horses, carriages and wagon manufacture
ing material of j. Ramsey Dey TO satisfy
claims OF Indebtedness amounting to some
thing over thirteen hundred dollars. The
Liabilities are unattainable. 1t is thought
the assets will probably cover them.
CHAUTAUQUA FESTIVITIES.
DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FLA, March o.
Gov. Perry, of Florida, and Will Carleton
addressed the Chautauqua assembly to-
day. A musical entertainment on the
Illuminated lake tonight and reception
to the visitors are now in progress.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
ToBR JAOksoN,s CASE.
He Forfeits His Bond by Not Appear
ing in Court

ATLANTA, GA, March 5.-The case of
lobe jackson, charged with various vio-
Iatiens of the revenue laws in Barlow
county, was called in the United States
Court to-day, and Jackson not being pres
ent his bond was forfeited. jackson is
the man who created such a sensation in
Gainesville a short time ago in connec-
tion with the blowing up of the residence
Of United States Commissioner Collins.
Jackson is said to be in Barlow county
hidden by his friends, and is reported as
having said that il Collins will not prose-
cute him for whipping a witness he Will
give up and stand trial on the dynamite
charge.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
NANTICoKE's CoRPsEs.
An Effort TO be Made to Compel Con-
tinuance of the Search.

NEN IINIEN" Ut NIIN lWNNNIIIf
WLKEsBARRE, PA, March 5.-At Nam
ticoke to-day all the breakers and coll
lieries OF the Susquehanna Coal Company
were in operation. Supt. Morgan says
the company has done everything posi-.
BILE to reach the twenty-eight men imprls-
oned, but that In face Of the danger which
now exists In the gangway the company
thought il advisable 10 relinquish any
further efforts. William n. Hines, the
attorney for the relatives Of the entOm bed
men, will make demand on the coal COM
pany tomorrow 20 proceed with The
search. On their refusal TO do 80 he will
appeal 10 the courts, looking 70 their be-
ing compelled 10 continue the work.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
BETTING ON SAVANNAH

Atlanta Getting Ready to Send the
League Pennant to This City.
ATLANTA, March 5.-The interest in
base ball circles as to what club will be
the winner Of the pennant is getting quite
lively here, and bets are being
freely made with Savannah as a
favorite against the other clubs.
Tonight prominent Albanian
who takes great interest in base ball mat
tiers, bet 500 even up that Savannah will
win the pennant. Base ball enthusiasts
here all agree that the contest will be be-
tween Atlanta and savannah.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
An Assignment az HarIem

HARLEM, GA. March 5.-Poweu a.
Hardy. OF this place, made an assignment
to-day with Eb T.. Williams, Esq, OF
Augusta, as assignee. The liabilities are
about 81. 800. The assets In notes and &C.
counts are about $4,000.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
legal Nntirra.
RECEIVERS NOTICE

DY virtue Of an order passed by the Honor
ID able Judge of the Superior Court of
Chatham county have been appointed Re
stock. property. place of business ana assets
OF the late firm Of MOYLE q COOPER,
Trunk Manufacturers. 1t is the order of the
court that said assets be collected and turned
fore, to notify all persons indebted to SAID
firm of MON LIE & COOPER to make immedi-
ate payment to me, and also TO notify the
public that the business recently done at the
southwest corner OF Whitaker and State
streets can be treated for at private sale until
the 10Th instant.
Persons in need of Trunks, Valses, Satchels,
etc, VIII IND 1t to their interest to purchase
at private sale before that time
&. Il. DORSETT, Receiver,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
KILLED AT AUGUSTA
A Falling Wall Costs Two Prominent
Citizens Their I.ivaR

AUGUSTA, IA, March 5.--Fire in the gas
bouse Of the Augusta factory tonight re-
suited in only q thousand dollar loss, but
severe personal injuries and loss OF life.
A falling wall buried 8 men, Instantly
killing Councilman N. K. Hill, the over
seer Of the factory, Master Mechanic W
G. Allen, died an hour afterwards, and
John Edwards will die. Others were more
or less seriously injured.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
M'GONTGLE,s INJURIES.
The Chess PIavers.

NEW ORLEANS, March 5.-The chess
championship contest was resumed this
afternoon between ZuckertOrt and Stein
itz. The latter resigned on the eighty
sixth move. The next game will be played
Thursday. March II.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-06
SpFrial NohtFs.
PrOposaIs Tor RniIdina New JAIN.
OFFICE OF COMMISSIONERS }
AND RX-OFFICIO JUDGES CHATHAM Co.. Ca

SAVANNAH. GA, Feb. rs, 1886. }
Sealed proposals Will be received at this
once until II O'Clock N. on MCNDA1, April
70. 1886. for the material and workmanship
required in the erection OF ja1 and jailer's
residence for Chatham county, u the city OF
savannah.
Proposals will be received in limp for the
whole work, and also separate bHs for stone
work, brick ana terra Gotta wok, tin and
galvanized iron work. carpenters work,
plasterlng, painting. plumbing and gas NJ
ting, IRON and steel work, hunks, wire work,
mantels and CRATES. speaking tubesand bells.
Payments will be made TO contractors IN
the following manner, to wit: Eighty -nVe
(S0) per cent. of the vaine Of the WuK done,
and OF material delivered on the ground, VIII
De pald monthly as the work progresses, anu
the balance at its completion and accept
ance by the architects.
Each proposal for the whole work must be
accompanied by either certified check or
properly executed bond, with two good
securities, in the sum of five Thousand $4,000
dollars, and separate proposals for anv pOr-
tlon OF SAID work by certified checks q bonds
with suretes to the amount Of twenty five
(z5) per cent Of said bid; said checks T bonds
being held as guarantees that the bidders VIII
enter into contract under the terms Bqulred
by law, in case his bid be accepted.
contractors who are awarded contracts
shall be required to give bonds in dOtble the
amount OF the bid. with two good andsolvent
securities for the faithful perform anCe of the
contract and to indemnify the countyfor any
damages occasIoned by a failure to Ierform
the same within the prescribed timeP Par.
493 tcl, Code of 1882.
The right is reserved to reject any or all
bids.
Proposals must be sealed and indorsld with
statement whether for the whole or par
ticular portion of the work.
Plans can re seen in this office, AMI at the
office of Messrs. Mcdonald Brothers, archi-
tects, Louisville. Ky. and printed spsciica-
lions will be furnished on application a either
office.
ROBT. d. WALKER, &C. C.
w. S. LAYTON, c c.
g. C.CASEY, G. C.C c..
j. Fl. ESTILL, G. c.. C.
G.. II. DORSETT, G. c. G.
AtfeAt. INn. r DILLON Clerk @. G C.