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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
this Is A DEED"
A Specimen OF the Way COnVeyancinE
was Done In Colonial Times.

A Specimen OF the Way COnYeyancinE
was Done in Colonial Times.
In the earlier days of the colony of
Georgia the lawyers was either a pro-
Bcribed profession or the practice of the
law was not sufficiently remunerative to
induce them to undertake it in the infant
town Of Savannah.
Mr.. Becketrs digest of the colonial rec
Ords contains many quaint papers indi-
eating that in those days every man acted
rs his own lawyer. The following lucid
document is presented as specimen, but
IN order TO understand its purpOrt fully it
1s necessary to supplement IL with a sub
sequent conveyance, prepared evidently
after the importation Of a member Of the
legal profession. The paper is quoted eX-
actly as 1t appears in the first book Of
records in the office Of the Secretary Of
State In Atlanta:
81 James PapOt and John Peter Breton.
] consent TO change the forty-fiYe acre lots
along with the Sl0per tything where the
lot OF James PapOt did bye of Abraham
BinyOn the town lot number i've where
the forty-tiYe number three and the lot
where John Peter Breton, number eight,
where joint one side TO james Papot and
other side where james Papot give to
John Peter Breton twenty shillings ster-
ling, where it is change forever, admins
traitors and successors, September the
18th. 1850"
This is duly signed and acknowledged.
The translation appears in a deed record
ca three years later and executed by Jean
flefre Breton, conveying 10 Margaret Pa
pot, the widow OF james Papot mentioned
IN the former document. The explanR-
Ton recites the fact that the present in.
strument is made ITO correct certain de-
iects and uncertainties" existing in the
deed OF September 10, 1850, which, by
reason oil such defects and uncertainties,
ls deemed insufficient in law TO pass the
title intended to be conveyed. This deed,
substantially In the Yerbiage Of the pres
emit time, conveys 10 Mrs. Papot "Farm
lot number eight, In SlOper tything Perci-
val ward, the consideration whereof is
Farm lot No. 3, m said tything and ward.
conveyed by James Papot, in his life time,
the first part heretO.V
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
DIR. MARY WALKER ARRESTED.
A Newport Onlcer who Objected to Her
Mems Clothing.

NEWPORT, r. l., March 11.-Phis even
ing DR.. Mary Walker was for brief per-
rod detained at the police station, where
she expressed her surprise and disgust at
the officials of city who did not know
the law, and who had laid itself liable by
obllging her to accompany Officer Scott
from Commercial wharf to the office OF the
Chief OF Police. The doctor arrived mere
by boat from Providence at O'Clock, ana
desired to be shown the residence OF MISS
Sarah Briggs, an old friend whom she
had not seen since the Union soldiers
were taken to Portsmouth Grove, near
this place, for treatment during the civil
war. She had been pleading in Provi-
dence with the members Of the Legisla-
ture In behalf OF woman's suffrage, and
for the payment of a revolutionary claim
which she claimed the State owed her
friend Miss Briggs. She had no sooner
reached the plank walk when, at the in
stance Of several females who had seen
her on the boat, the officer told her that
she must accompany him to the police
station. She told the officer her name and
said that he was violating the constitution
by interfering with her freedom. The Of
ncer, strange as 1t may seem, had never
heard of DR.. Mary Walker, and he in-
sisted upon taking her to the station.
The doctor reluctantly accompanied the
officer, and was followed by a crowd of
men and boys, who, it would appear, had
never seen a woman dressed in mems
clothing before, and it was sight which
they will never forget. The Chief of
Police, being a man of intelligence and
conversant with the laws, expressed his
regret at her arrest, and apOlogized for
his officer who, he said, had acted in good
faith.
This would not satisfy the doctor, who
was naturally very angry, ana she in
sisted upon learning the officers name,
and demanded that he be discharged from
the police force. She was forced to ad-
nit. however, that she had been arrested
mother cities by mistake.
She remained at the station for some
time, and repeated the law for the benefit
of the officer who had arrested her. She
also delivered quite lecture upon sundry
subjects, for which she is noted, and then
walked out of the office with her hat on
one side and with her cane in very
dudish position. The incident created a
decided sensation.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
To the Ladies.

The public are too familiar with the
enormous success Of our past bargain
not require any superflous details from
US. Suffice it to say that for the past few
months we have had the advantage on our
side OF a depressed market and a large
accumulation of goods among manufac-
turers, giving us the greatest opportunity
down, manufacturers stock Of Ladies'
Muslin Underwear, at prices tOloer than
ever before quoted. We are thus in a pO-
sitiOn to offer the largest and the most COM
plete assortment ever placed on sale I'M
der one roof, and cordially invite all TO
inspect. Look TO advertisement on fourth
page. A. Il. ALTMAYER g. CO.-AdU.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
Very Conservative.

No rush. no excitement, but in the quiet,
even path we have followed so long, we are
knocking along. selling lots OF Suits and pleas
ing everybody. Our reputation for reliability
and carrying ont of every representation, in
sures us large and permanent patronage
that no one can take away from US. Our
Clothing Is always found to be superior to the
general run OF ready-made Clothing, our
prices are always as low rs any body else's,
aud our guarantee inspires confidence that
nothing can hake. Spring Clothing (although
10 Is. we continue 90 ran oil our Winter Goods
at prices that must and do compel purchases.
Drop IN and get our prices and "tailOr ip'
by 0ur tailor. A. FALK h son, Congress,
Whitaker aud st. Julian streets, successors to
l. l.. FAX a Co,-AdS.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14

The great reductions in prices of our
Clothing we have been making has had
the desired effect OF reducing our stock,
and many have taken advantage of it. We
still have more Clothing for Men and Boys
than we want, and so are continuing our
great clearing out sale. If you want
a suit for yourself or boy, now is the time
to buy it. We have full line of separate
Cashmere Pants. Our line of Hats is yet in
good shape. Black stiff Hats in the latest
style. Soft Hats for Men. Boys or
Children. Red and White Under
wear in all the different grades at
very low prices; Neckwear, etc. In fact,
we keep everything that is kept by first
class Clothing and Hat stores. II you
want bargains now is the time. Come
at once and get fitted out, as it will pay
you to keep them until next fall. CHAs.
LOGAN & Co., the Savannah Clothing and
Hat Store, 1S9 Congress street.-Adg.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
DRUMMERs AND wRIGHrsvILLE.
The Town Council Puts Tax on Drum
mers and They Skip the Place.

AAo INV ~ OOuuGtA JUS - lax on Drum
mers and They Skip the Place.
Editor Morning NelcS: The drummers'
tax at WrightsVllle, Ga, has caused some
excitement in that town. One evening
about ten days ago the Town Council
passed an ordinance taxing drummers
50. Next morning two drummers, who
arrived in town the evening before, were
arrested and compelled to s'fork oVer'' So
each. One of them refused to receive his
license or to give his name, and lndig-
nantly remarked: 81 make the town a
present of this five dollars"
so far the town has received only SIS by
voluntarily taking out of the license, and
the merchants resolved not to buy from
any drummer who will pay the tax.
The ordinance was a general surprise,
no one being aware that such action on
the part of the Town Council was contem-
plated. The merchants of Wrightsville
were entirely ignored in not being con-
suited as TO the feasibility of such q law
The drummers have signed an agreement
not to offer goods in the town, and only
visit it for the purpose of making collec-
tions.
Mr.. Linder, one of the largest merchants
of Wrightsville, has said that he will erect
small house outside of the town limits,
NhSAt bhc VI uluUSEe CAN SuOW JuelF sam
pies, and be offers them, as we'll as the mer-
chants, free conveyance to and from the
place.
During the past week Is drummers
passed through Wrightsville, on their way
to Dublin, without stopping. The amount
OF the tax is not so much considered. The
injustice lies in the fact that each drum
mer who would visit the town and spend
from 81 30 to $40 for hotel and livery hire
does not now stop at all. The same Town
Council made it misdemeanor for any
person to be seen on the streets after 10
O'Clock p. m. DRUMMER.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
LOTTA,s NEW PLAY.
Its First Production In savannah Next
Friday Night--"1fUseLte" on Saturday.

It's First Production In savannah Next
Friday Night-"1iusetto" on saturday.
The theatrical event OF the week Will
be the appearance Of Lolita on Friday
night and Saturday afternoon in 'Nitou-
chez and "Musette." "Nitouche" was
originally written in French for Judic and
played by her for two years in Paris, Is a
prOtean play, with Incorporating in it,
and is suited exactly 10 Lolita, which
characterization will be we'll understood.
''Mam'zelle Nitouche'' is a convent
school girl, full of mischief and merri-
ment, and accidentally discovers that the
Organist Of the convent has written a
comic opera, which is soon to be produced
at a theatre. "Nitouche" learns the
music OF the opera, and annoys the au-
thor by singing strains OF 1t at inoppOr-
tune times. The author Of the opera has
won the favor OF the theatres prma
donna. The Organist is ordered to take
''Nltouehe" to Paris, but he must 90 to
see the first production OF his opera, so he
leaves her at hotel. She follows him to
the green room, where IL Is learned that
the prima donna has refused TO play the
part OF Japanese Princess in the pro
fessOr's opera.
Ihe little pupil turns up to assume the
role and save the night. Nitouche and
lhe professor are found in the third act in
The barracks OF soldiers whose acquain-
lance they had made in the gTeen-room OF
.he theatre. Here NitOucbe appears in
RUNNERS costume, and more bewitch-
ng outfit could not be conceived for a
ioubret. Finally the adventures of the
professor and his protegee wind up safely
n the convent, where the curtain goes
Town upon the nuns exclamation: "lsn't
she an angel ?v
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
THE MAGIsTERIAL CONTROVERSY.
Justice Reynolds Applies for an IBjunc-
tIon ON Justice ElainRer.

Justice Reynolds Applies for an IBjunc-
tion on Justice ElsinRer.
The Fourth district magisteriai ques-
ton took another form yesterday. JUS
tice Samuel Reynolds was the mover, and
applied to Judge Adams Of the Superior
Court to prohibit Justice Sigmuad Elsin-
ger from holding an election on March 81,
as ordered by the ex-offcio Justice on
Friday.
1t was stated in the application that at
the time Mr.. Reynolds was appointed by
the County Commissioners there was no
Magisterial Court in the Fourth district,
and that Justice Elsinger could not hold
an election at his office. which is in
another district. Judge Adams granted
a rule requiring the defendant TO show
cause March 81, if any he has, why the
rule should not be made absolute. A
temporary restraining order was also
passed to prevent further proceedings for
the holding of the election as advertised
until the rule is disposed OF. The rule
would have been set for a hearing next
Saturday, but some of the lawyers in
terested viii have to attend the Supreme
Court this week.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14

One OF the most circulating ills that
flesh is heir to has sure specific in the
GREAT GEORGIA BLOOD REMEDY, which
is purer and stronger, and hence better,
cheaper and more speedy In its results
than any other remedy OF the kind known.
Many wonderful cures have been effected
by It right here in Savannah within the
last few weeks. One bottle. costing 81,
rarely fails TO cure. For sale by G.. M.
Heidi 4 Co., Solomons g. Co., Lippman
Bros, Butler, Tatem, shuptrine, and
Kelfer.-Adp.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
Good Results in Every Case.

d. A. Bradford, wholesale paper dealer
Of Chattanooga, Tenn. writes that he was
seriously afflicted with a severe cold that
settled on his lungs; had tried many
remedies without benefit. Being induced
to try DIR. Kings New Discovery for Con-
sumption, did so, and was entirely cured
by use of few bottles. Since which time
he has used it in his family for all Coughs
and Colds with best results. This is the
experience Of thousands whose lives have
been saved by this wonderful discovery.
Trial bottles free at Lippman Bros
drug store
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
Here's a Handsome How-de-do.

II winter fingers much longer IN the arms OF
spring, Il Will be "nert winter again before
spring arrives at all. IL gives us, however, q
little longer spell to wind mp our remaining
winter bargains In Gents, Youths. and Boys
flne Clothing. We are still working that
SRed Letter" boom for all IL Is worth. and II
YOU don't believe that you can get a Winter
Suit, an OvercOat, or Underwear for almost
nothing. why--just como and see-thats all.
We are almost cleared ont of our unseason-
able stock, and are ready and anxious to
make a spring display Of fine Clothing a. y
moments notice l6l Congress street, b. H..
LEVY A BRO.-Adp,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
An End to Bone serapinR.

Edward Shepherd, of Harrisburg, ILL.,,
says: Having received so much benefit
from Electric Bitters, feel it my duty to
let suffering humanity know it. Have
had a running sore on my leg tor eight
years; my doctors told me j would have
to have the bone scraped or leg amputat-
ed. 1 used, instead, three bottles of Flee
tric Bitters and seven boxes Bucklen's
Arnica saye, and my leg is now sound
and WE'LL"
Electric Bitters are sold at 30 cents a
bottle and Bucklen's Arnica Salve at 25
cents per box, by Lippman Bros.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
MRS. KIECKs eErs FIVE DOLLARS.

She is Granted Temporary AIimOny-
Other Gases in Court.
ON a petition for temporary allmony
Judge Adams yesterday granted Mrs.
Agnes Rlecks So a week until the further
order OF the court. The defendant, George
f. Riecks, was also ordered to pay $50
counsel fees fer the libellant.
The petition Of Mary G. Lodge for tenn
pOrary alimOny was refused, but Albert
II. Lodge, the defendant, was ordered TO
pay $50 as counsel fees as the case pro-
crosses. The divorce case between the
same parties was reassigned for March 30.
A decree was rendered granting COrbit
DelRoach a total divorce from Lydia Del
Roach
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14

Mrs, Wrnslow's Soothing Syrup should
always be used when children are euttjnS
teeth. IL relieves the little sufferer M
once; Il produces natural, quiet sleep by
relieving the child from pain, and the
little cherub awakes as "brlgbt AZ a
button" IL is very pleasant to taste. II
sOothes the child, softens the gums. al
lays all pain, relieves wind, regulates the
bowels, and Is the best known remedy FOR
diarrhma, whether arising from teethine
o. other causca, % cents 4 bottle.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14

We beg to inform the ladies interested
in the Embroidered Pin Cushion given
away at our Office on free chances, that
this elegant piece Of work was won by
Miss Mary Ward, corner Duffy and Bar
nard streets, ticket No. 6l6-tickets num-
bered 70 800 having been handed out. Mrs.
NJ. A. Anderson, the lady expert, will re-
main at our Office two days longer, as she
has not been able 10 give all the callers the
featuring Company, q. o. PENToN, Mana.
ger.-AdD.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
prnpooalS aUattFD.
PROPOSALS..
RECEIVERS OFFICE \
EXCHANGE NATIONAL BANK

NORFOLK, VA Feb. 10, 1886.
DROPOSALs VIII be received at this Office
Il until SATURDAY. March 9Th. 1886, for
the purchase of the hereinafter mentioned
property IN it's entirety, and also for pieces or
parcels OF the same-reference being had to
descriptive lists OF said pr0perty-which
lists, stating terms Of sale. viii be furnished
upon application TO the undersigned.
The right 70 reject any and all bids is re-
served. Viz:
The extensive and valuable property loca-
ted In Norfolk and Portsmouth. Va. known
az the "Seaboard Cotton Compress Company
Of Norfolk, Nn.,n consisting Of:
/. The franchise, which. among other
privileges, authorizes the storage OF cotton
and other merchandise, ana the Issue Of negO-
table receipts therefor
2. It, plant. which consists OF three tB) hrsts
class improved Cotton Congresses.
Two ~ Steam Tugs.
Three i3) Transportation Barges.
All the adiurcts necessary 20 u well
equipped establishment OF Ibis character Tts
fire. proof Warehouses. seven a. In number,
OF capacity for storage Of $4,000 bales uncOm-
pressed cotton.
It, four 90 Frame Warohouses--metal roofs
capacity, many thousand tons Of turtizors,
salt. ere,
It's Wharves and Docks, which afford ample
room for bcrthng at same time ten soagOing
steam or sailing vessels. The area Of tho
Warehouse and Dock property in Portsmouth
is about 81 acres. together with an its other
property, which is fully described In the lists
WIN. II. PETERS, Receiver.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
rho ohrlstian Advocate

says: "a general complaint that spares
neither class nor condition or person, is
seated in the liver. II may be truly said
this Is our national disease, and II gives
us great pleasure to hear or read the tes-
tim0ny Of persons OF well known veracity
and intelligence to prove the value OF
simmons Liver Regulator, prepared bv j.
II. Leilin a Co, as a remedy. The printed
and verbal testimony Of so many friends
and acquaintance satisfies us that this Is
one OF the exceptions to the general hum
buggery Of medical speclalties,v
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14

The religious services at Trinity Meth
bdist Church will be continued during the
week. The pastor will be assisted by Rev.
John d. Culpepper, who will ill the pull
pit this evening, and the resident pastors,
Rev. w. q. Lovett and j. j. Wardlaw
Services win be held at 4 and ,. m. Let
us, as far as possible, arrange al tenn
nOral affairs. so as to give TINS week TO the
church aud God. Everybody invited TO
attend. n. T. Christian, pastor.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
Chatham Artillery oentoppi.l.

Nessrs. NJ. Boley & Son are now ready
10 supply the necessary cots, mattresses.
ETC., to accommodate the visiting crowds
during the centennial. They also. in an.
other column OF to-day's NEWS, invite at
tentiOn TO their immense stock Of firni-
ture, and especially 10 the "Mikado" and
other suites which they manufacture ex-
rlusiyely. Their prices are guaranteed
10 be the lowest, and those in need OF fur.
niture will do we'll 10 inspect their ware.
sanunu
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
MANY THOUSANDS INVOLVED.

Large Estate Depending Upon the Yer
dict in the Wetter-Weed Case.
Judge Adams granted motion yester-
terday to non.suit the proceeding to re-
form a deed from Il. I. Wetter, the trus-
tee and executor Of Mrs. Margaret Tel
fair to Edwin G.. Weed.
The ground on which the motion was
granted was that the executor had no
power TO dispose Of anything but the life
estate OF Mrs. Wetter in the property.
The case will be gwen the jury tomorrow
to find q formal verdict so that the case
can be taken to the Supreme Court. The
final disposition of this case VIII affect
property valued at over $l00, 900.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
Buoa.lan,a Arnica snIra.

The best Salve in the world for Cuts,
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fever
Sores, letter, Chapped Hands. ChilbIains,
COrns, and all Skin Eruptions, and posi-
lively cures Piles, or no pay required. 1t
is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction,
or money refunded. Price % cents per
box. For sale by Lippman Bros, Drug
oi9ta
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
a Most GratIfyIng Event

to the ladies, must be the new sad" Of
Mr.. David Weisbein, which appears IN
another column. Weurge upon them the
necessity OF a careful reading, as we fully
believe that it is 10 their interest. There
is nothing stale about il; his lad" is like
his goods, of interest to everybody.
We are assured that his Spring Stock is
far superior TO any he has ever brought
out, and his prices as usual are the low
est. Do not miss the opportunity.-AdU
Rubbers at 2l cents a pair, at Altmay-
nr,a - a nn-
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
" eatner Indtcntiona.

Special indications for Georgia to-day:
Warmer and fair weather.
For the South Atlantic States TODAY:
Warmer, fair weather, and southwest
winds.
The height Of the river at Augusta at
1888 O'Clock D. n. yesterday (AugusJa
hme) was S.4 feet--a rise of o. feet dur
ing the preceding "a hours.
Comparative statement OF temperature
at Savannah March IS. 1886 and 1856:
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14

Collat Bros. are sole agents for Knox's
world renowned Hats, unequalled for
style, quality and wear. They also carry
a full sssOrtmentOr Scissors Hats. and In
fact anything In the line Of Hats you may
call for-Adg.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
JaoksonviIle. Tam pa and Key Wsst R.R-

Jacksonville, Tampa and Key West II. II.
The Jacksonville, Tampa and Key West
railway is now open between Jackson
vile, Sanford, Enterprise and Titusyille
on the Indian river. Two daily trains leave
Savannah, Florida and Western railway
station, IN Jacksonville, at S:l5 A. M.
and 100 p. m. No transfer necessary,
Shortest, quickest and most desirable
route.-Adr.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14

At the annual meeting OF the stock
holders OF the skidaway She'll Road Com
pany, held yesterday, the following gen.
tlemen we're elected directors: DR.. W.
5. Lswton and Messrs. II. A. Palmer, j.
Rauers, John Feeley and Jas. X. Clarke.
The board organized by electing DR..
Lawton President and Capt. q. w. La.
mar Secretary and Treasurer.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14

The steadily increasing demand for our
guaranteed SO Shoes compels US 10 repeat
that we still continue 10 warrant them 10
be as good ~ any 81 shoe In the market.
They are made OF best tannery calf, best
Okla sole leather, and by class Of well
akilled workmen. BY none that are not
stamped "Collat Bros 50 Shoe, warrant
ed. N~-Adr.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14

We have reoeivedRour advance guArdslof
Spring Clothing. they are daisies. Come
around and look at them, and should you
want any wen mako you low prices. SIMON
MITCHELL, sign of the Golden Arm.-Ad1.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14

DEAR READER We drop you this note as a
personal invitation TO call aud inspect our
splendid bargains In the balance Of our Win
ter Clothing. We yet nave a goodly portion OF
it-more than we care to carry overland
mean to dispose OF them during this month, N
sweeping bargains will do IL. We mean bust
meas, and II you give us a showing will save
you money. SIMON MITCHELL, 100 BrOughton
street, sign OF the Golden Arm--Adg.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-03-14
s.O.SMERY. SersE. signal COrOs. y. 5. A.
HORsFORD's ACID PHOSPHATE,
Decided Benefit.

DR.. John p. Wheeler, Hudson, N. Y,
says: ''I have given it with decided bene-
fit in a case of innutrition of the brain.
from abuse of alcohol"