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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
CIVIL SERVICE CONTESTS.
LOCAL BOARDS OF EXAMINERS
ADVOCATED.

The Commission Object to the Plan on
the Ground that it Would Create Sew
eral Hundred New Officers-Examiua-
tiOn Papers to be Sent to the Comma
RiOn to be Noted-Blsine's Political
Bee.
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15.-The Civil Ser
vice Commission contemplates another
important change in the system Of exam
nations for admission to the post office
and custom house services, which will
shortly be formulated and promulgated.
II will be made in response to the desire
of the Civil Service Reform Association
that the local boards of examiners for ad-
mission to the post office and customs
services shall be composed of men who
are not themselves in the civil service.
This proposed system of independent ex-
aminers the Commission does not con-
slider practicable, 80 far as they are con-
cerned.
WOULD CREATE NEW OFFICES.
In the first place it would require
change In the civil service act which pro-
vides that the examiners shall be taken
from the civil service, ana in the second
place it would necessitate the creation OF
several hundred new Offices. The oom-
mission thinks that its proposed change
in the system will effect the same
result in better way. They
| propose to have the local examin-
ers send all the examination papers
directly to the Civil Service Commission
here to be marked and graded instead OF
marking and grading them themselves, as
at present, Thus the marking and grad
| ing will be uniform, and will not be af-
fected by local influences. 1t might not
be practicable to have the examination
papers sent from the Pacific coast to the
Civil Service Commission for this purpose,
but it will probably be arranged so that
they can be sent to special board OF
examiners at San Francisco.
BLAINE'S BUSY BEE.
James G.. Blaine has sent, within the
past few days, to the document rooms at
the capitol for ammunition to use in the
coming campaign. He has been particu-
larly anxious to get all the documents re-
lating to the foreign policy of the present
administration. The fisheries correspond
ence and the Cutting correspondence he
asked especially tor. He also got, among
other things, complete list Of pension
vetoes, appropriation acts, including the
river and harbor act, documents relating z
to the tariff, the coinage of silver and the
conduct of the Secretary Of the Treasury
IN regard to reducing the surplus.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
CLEVELAND's VACATION.
The Start to be Made To-day-No
Correspondents to Go With Him.

The Start to be Made To-day-No
Correspondents to Go With Him.
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15.-The President
will leave Washington tomorrow for a
months vacation in the Adirondacks in
northern New York. He will be accom-
panied by Mrs. Cleveland and her mother,
Airs. Folsom. No mail will be forwarded
to him or opened by him during
his absence. Any public business
requiring his immediate consideration
will be brought to his attention by Cabi-
net officers. To numerous special CORES
pOndents, who have asked to accompany
him upon his trip, the President has said
that he was sure the public did not desire
that minute details should be given of all
his movements during his vacation, as
such course would utterly defeat the
objects and purposes of his trip, which
are complete rest and quiet, and freedom
from annoyance. He believes the people
are willing to concede this to him, and so
far as their requirements are concerned
ia the matter of news, that they will be
satisfied to permit his release from i'm
pertinent intrusion, and he be-
lieves that the decent press
of the country are also willing that
this should be accorded to him. At any
rate he will feel fully justified In the effort
to render unsuccessful any attempt to de-
feat his wish IN this particular. In rec
ognitIon, however, of pardonable curios-
ity as to any incident of interest that may
take place during his vacation, he has
himself made arrangements whereby any
thing that the public should be interested
IN or ought TO know concerning his move
ments will be furnished the agents of the
regular press associations.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
WHOLESALE POIsO MING.
A Widow who Seems 10 Have a Ma
MIA for Poisoning People.

A Widow who Seems 20 Have a Ma
MIA for Poisoning People.
The MORNING NEWS published dis
patch few days ago about Boston
widow, Mrs. Robinson, who poisoned her
husband, children and other relatives.
Strong evidence has been discovered that
she poisoned over 100 people at a straw
berry festival given in the Boston Park
Avenue Methodist church last June.
The caterer who furnished the Ice cream
for the festival learned Friday that Mrs.
Robinson was one OF the ladies' who dish
ed it out. over 30 people vomited all
night in consequence Of eating the cream
and there was every indication OF arseni-
cal poisoning, as all the doctors agree.
The other cream sold by the caterer that
night was perfectly good.
There will be fifty witnesses against
Mrs. Robinson. She had her furnit ture
mortgaged at least six times over and
rarely paid her rent.
A church meeting of the Park Avenue
Methodist Society, TO which Mrs. ROOM
son belonged, was held Friday night. 1t
was proposed to expel the widow from
church membership, but after an ardent
debate more Christian cOunsels prevailed,
and IL was decided TO walt until after the
trial before taking definite action.
Rev. Mr. Nichols called at the jail to
see Mrs. Robinson Friday afternoon, but
was refused entrance. A rumor was
general that she had committed suicide
In her cell, but visitor 10 the jail was
told that she was we'll and under sur
velllance. She Is very calm and collected,
except when she fancies she is being
watched. Then she becomes very
hysterical, apparently for effect. There
Is not the slightest doubt that insanity
will be her plea In defense.
Regarding the insurance money that
Mrs. Robinson expected TO obtain. Col.
James NJ. Calvin, the Governor OF the
Gen. Prescott Colony. United Order OF
Pilgrim Fathers, OF fCharlestown, TO which
Mrs. Robinson belonged, made an inn
portant statement. He says that Sarah
Is a member. and that William j. Robin
son, who is dead, was also a member and
had $4,000 insurance. Mr.. Prince Arthur
Freeman had 81. 900 In the colony. Thomas
X. smith, the arrested accessory, IL the
chaplain of the Gen. Prescott Colony and
was leading spirit in the organization.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
BEAUTIFUL BROOKSVILLE.
Favorable Impressions of a Stranger
Who has just Visited the City.

Favorable Impressions of IL Stranger
Who has just Visited the City.
BRooKsvILLE, FLA, Aug. ia visit
TO this favored section of Florida is a
pleasure indeed to those who enjoy FORM
ing friends among an agreeable and en-
terprlsing people, who delight to extend to
strangers most hearty welcome, and do
everything possible for the comfort and
pleasure of visitors. This is fine cOun-
try for immigrants, and every induce
ment and encouragement is offered them.
w ltn hlgh rolling country, fertile soil,
clear streams and beautiful lakes, and
cool delightful atmosphere, this Sec
tlon anords superior advantages TO those
WHO desire comfortable homes OF tenn
porary quarters. Considerable interest
Is being manifested in the cause of edu-
cation, and the school system is being
extended and improved in most salts
factory manner. The orange crop
promises to be good. and the yield OF field
products so far is fine, with an en-
couraging outlook. Politics are engaging
tne attention of the people, anu wide In
terest is manifested In the selection
OF county officers and in the question OF
the ratification Of the new constitution.
Ihe attempt to make 1t appear that there
is serious division OF opinion in this
county in regard to important questions
now under consideration Will not have the
desired effect, as there is absolutely no
foundation for tie report. The recent
contest in the selection OF delegates to the
Congressional Convention was friendly
one. The Democracy of this section is
preparing for "a thorough canvass this fall,
which will doubtless terminate In another
glorious victory for the friends OF good
government.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
NEW YoRRs CoLLECToRsHIP
How Near Simmons Came TO be APP
pointed Instead of Hedden.

pointed lnsIeau Oh heOuen.
NEW YORK, Aug. 15.--Few people
probably knew how near j. Edward Sim
mons came to getting the collectorship at
the time Mr.. Hedden was appointed. Mr..
Simmons is not only ex-President of the
Stock Exchange, but, what was vastly
more important, so far as aspirations for
the collectOrship were concerned, Mr..
Tlden was his firm and faithful friend.
Mr.. Simmons is the brother of DIR, Charles
e. Simmons, who was Mr.. Tilden's friend
and trusted physician. Mr.. Simmons
went to Washington equipped with a
number of strong letters, chief among
which was one from Mr.. Tilden himself.
When he reached Washington, according
TO the story which close friend of Mr..
Simmons now tells, he went straight
to Mr.. Manning, who told him
that the whole matter had been gone over
and that his name would undoubtedly be
sent to the Senate. However, Mr.. Man
ming added, il MIR. Simmons would prefer
TO see Mr.. Cleveland be would 20 there
with him. MIR. Simmons was OF tue opin-
ion that 1t would be a satisfaction TO see
Mr.. Cleveland, aud accordingly Mr.. Man
nIng went with him 10 the White House
the next morning. Mr.. Cleveland re-
ceiyed him cordially, and told Mr.. Sim
mons that he could look upon the matter
OF his own appointment as settled. Mr..
Simmons boarded the train for New York.
During his journey here unforeseen COM
plications must have arisen at Washing
ton, for when he reached New York and
bought an evening paper, be found 1t con-
tanned the news OF Mr.. Hedden's appoint
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
THE LABOR PARADE.
Printers of New York Threaten to
Revolt Against "a Marshal.

Printers of New York Threaten to
Revolt Against a Marshal.
NEW YORK, Aug. 15.-The Central
Labor Union held meeting In Clarendon
Hall this evening. The amalgamation
of the International and Progressive
Cigar Makers was considered, and 1t is
said ratified to the satisfaction of all con-
cerned. j. z. Archibald was elected
Grand Marshal for the labor procession
of Sept. 6, and Typographical Union No.
6, which was holding meeting In the
hall at the same time, was notified or the
selection. The typos objected to Mr.
Archibald and resolved not TO participate
in any demonstration Of which Mr.
Archibald was the principal figure.
When this resolve was communicated TO
the Labor Union that body showed marked
signs Of displeasure and again voted TO
have Mr.. Archibald for their marshal
ThereupOn the Typographical Union de-
cided to have a parade on its own ac-
count with no alliance with the Labor
Union. The typos assert that they can
turn out -. 900 men, and that without this
number the other display Will be insiRnli-
cant. Mr.. Archioald's name may be with
drawn at aimeeting OF the Labor Union to-
morrow night. 1t Is understood that the
objections TO Mr.. Archibald are personal,
and il is also claimed that he Is not
bona fde workingmau In the union sense
Of the term,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
Suicide of a Postmaster.

nroAs, rDoAANVILLE, VA, Aug. lbs. w. Arm
viii" y, Assistant Postmaster at Dan
nv committed suicide this afternoon
saauglhg himself to gas pipe In the
let' let'Vueht aieiht OF the post office building. He
i,etter saying that he was tired of life.
lesvans Is wrong in his accounts. He
decessea wlie and three daughters. The
pas, psaseq sea was a prominent man and was
t)dS' To3le NoIIle Grand Master in the order OF
yea,s eiioWs. He came here several
iswysss 9 ago from Hampton, Va, and was a
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16

TALLAHASSEE, FLA, Aug. 16.-rhe
business men of Tallahassee have organ
lied "A Board of Trade, with G. W. Saxon
as President and j. 4. Cohen Secretary.
Great interest is taken In this progressive
movement by the enterprising men of the
city, and its success is assured. The re-
suit Will doubtless prove Of vast benefit
to the Capital City.
Travel in this direction ismu ch
greater than heretofore during the
dull summer months, and many
are seeking homes among the hills of
Middle Florida, where land is fertile and
cheap, society good and church and
school privileges unsurpassed.
Mr.. James l.. Taylor. OF the Savannah,
Florida and Western railway, Savannah,
WAS In the city Yesterday.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
HrusseIs, socialistic Parade,

BRUSSELS, Aug. 15.-Twenty thousand
provincial workmen and Socialists
took part in the Socialist procession to-
day, demanding universal suffrage and
amnesty TO Borinage and other rioters.
The demonstration was conducted In an
orderly manner.
Thirteen thousand railway tickets were
issued to-day to passengers coming TO
Brussels. Tne procession dispersed
quietly. The council Of the labor party
has sent to the Premier a petition for
universal suffrage, which Will be sub
mitted TO Parliament. The Cabinet had
a council this afternoon.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
CUTTINGS FAITH IN THE EAGLE
The Reports of War Preparations on
the border Declared NonsensicaI.

The Reports of War Preparations on
the Border Declared NonsensicaI.
BINGHAMToN, N. Y, Aug. 15.-A
special from the editor OF the BInghamton
Republican, dated FL Paso, says: awe
visited the American Consul at Paso del
Norte today. Judge Brigham had moth
irg further 10 communicate than
has already been given to
the public. He says, however,
that Cutting was unfairly tried by star
chamber proceedings, and that peither
he nor Cutting knows just what the pro-
ceedIngs in court were or what Cutting
was tried for. 1t Is suspected
that the court records will be
tampered with to cover some Of
lenses. Cutting was interviewed to-day.
He IL nrm in his course and pins his ex-
pectations 70 the American eagle. There
il some excited talk here but the reports
about war preparations either here or
across thefiver are all nonsense. El Paso
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16

and Paso del Norte are two of the quiet
est cities to be found. There are 300 SOL
diers doing police duty at Paso del Norte,
but the Mexicans are sitting around sa-
looms and doorsteps in utter ignorance Of
any war feeling. There is more evidence
OF life and animation on the American
side of the river, as is natural for the
more bustling Yankee, but no war talk
is indulged in or thought of. War is all
further away in Kansas, Missouri and
New Mexico, where war is wanted by
certain classes for speculative purposes"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
RUSHING ON THE RoUGHs.


strlrTsBuRG, Aug. 15.-The machine
%! ouo! and one OF the hammer depart
nt Is'T,s " ut the Black Diamond Steel Works
S, s rark Brothers d Co., on Railroad
anreel, were totally destroyed by fire this
tbo anel noon The building was located in
n auv !, center center OF the immense works, aud for
WIT Stue the hre threatened the entire plant,
co,'.u ~"'cu Is one of the most extensive in the
fnaaV fnaaV'y' The flames were, however, con-
e., S-VG oou 20 one building. The loss IL between
tt,D'ooo ton wv ana 100000, fully insured in Bos.
VOh companles.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
A New griple Alliance.

LONDON. Aug. 15.-The Economist
says: "rhe Batoum affair aud the Hun
garian difficulty have rendered Prince
Bismarck suspicious of Russia, and have
led Germany and Austria TO discover
Russia's sefishness. THIS may lead to
an informal understanding between Ger
many, Austria and England. which may
serve the purposes OF a triple alliance for
the maintenance Of peace without the
risks and responsible Irksomeness of an
ordinary alIianCe,v
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
A COLLISION AT BRUNSWICK.
Two Locomotives Run Into a Pas
senger Train


BRUNSWICK, GA, Aug. 15.-While the
passenger train with the Savannah ex-
oursionlsts was nearing the curve in the
southern part of the city to-day two
locomotives were discovered rapidly
approaching. The brakes were at once
applied and the speed of the engines was
almost entirely checked, but the locomo-
tives were running too fast to entirely
prevent a collision. The engineers jumped,
thereby saving their lives, but one had
his ankle sprained. None OF the passen-
gers were hurt. The two locomotives
and one passenger coach were badly
wrecked, and the tender to one of the
locomotives was damaged. The blame
seems to attach to the engineer who was
taking the locomotives to the tank, when
he should have known the passenger
train was due.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
DciIessens, a Assertions.

PANAMA, Aug. Ga cablegram signed
Ferdinand de Lesseps has been received
here from Paris stating that 200 600, 600
francs have been subscribed towards the
canal loan, and the following day press
cablegram was received saying that the
amolnt had reached 100000 OF the 800, 900
bonds. This has inspired great confidence
In the canal scheme and revived the
dropping prospects Of commerce in
Dax ae.aa
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
The Irex Brings Iack NC Cur.

LONDON, Aug. 15.-In the race for the
Cape May Cup. between the lrex and Ge-
nesta, the latter OF which won the cup
in the United states last year, the lrex
was victorious, arriving at Cowes at 1910
O'Clock this afternoon. at which time the
Genesta had not been sighted. The start
was made at 10 O'Clock yesterday morning
and the course was about 10 miles.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16

hunGyaah,,, Aug, 15.-To-day being the two
Busa S. anniversary OF the capture OF
vpened m"ned the historical museum m com.
saiigIt,n"oration siI !" OF the day in the preaence OF
in Hua political and learned notabillties
bic. Tssry and "a large oonoourse OF peo-
speech us rremier delivered a patriotic
DlandaS winch WA enthusiastically ap-
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
RandoIph,s First BaIe,

CUTHBERT, GA, Aug. 16.-The fret
bale OF new cotton OF Randolph county
was received here Saturday, stored at the
warehouse OF j. NJ. Redding e. Co., and
bought by j. l.. Sanders at 10%c. per
pound. 1t classed as middling.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
A RESIDENCE BURNED,

At u O'Clock to-day fire was discovered
in the kitchen on the premises of the resi-
dence occupied by Mr.. Moses Abrahams
on Plum street, between First and New
streets. 1t spread rapidly, and before it
was checked consumed the kitchen and
residence, and partially destroyed the ad-
joining residence occupied by Daniel and
JOhn Coffee. The total loss will amount
10 $4,000, which is fully covered by insur-
ance. The Abrahams house was owned
by Ruff Sims and the Coffee house by
Conn sullivan. A detective fue in the
kitchen of the former house caused the
fra
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
In,DeriaIists Banoueting.

PARIS, Aug. l5.--M. Jollbois presided
to-day at a bauquet OF 800 Imperlalists at
81. Maude. A similar, but smaller, ban
ouet was held at Bordeaux.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
EnrIapd's Currency Question.

LONDON, Aug. 15.-A memorial asking
Lord salisbury to appoint royal CON-
mission on the currency question IL being
circulated for signatures. Many men,
bers OF the House OF Commons have signed
the petition.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
al sohonner Ashore.

ATLANTIC Cry, N. j., Aug. 15.--The
three-masted schooner Lookout went
ashore at Hereford Inlet at O'clock this
morning. The wreeking schooner TamesS
has gone TO her assistance.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
A Chinese Army on the Russian.
Border.

LONDON. Aug. 15.-It is reported thar
there Is a Chinese army OF 10000 men
quartered on the Sungari river, IN Man-
chooria, near the Russian boundary.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
DYNAMITE AT MACON.
A Startling Discovery Made in the
Hear of the Brown House.

Rear of the Brown House.
MACON, GA, Aug. 15.-At $3.50 O'Clock
this afternoon ball OF waste, carefully
wrapped and saturated with kerosene
and supposed to contain charge of dyna-
mite, was found concealed in a growth of
weeds Immediately In the rear of the
Brown House. Its discovery caused some
excitement, as 1t is suspected that it was
placed there for sinister purpose. The
fact was Immediately reported to the
Chief of Police and will be thoroughly
investigated
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16

FORTRESS MONROE, VA, Aug. 15.---The
scboolship jamestown arrived Oh the
Cape to-day.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1886-08-16
GEN. AUGUR SHOT.
Four Painful Wounds Inflicted by
Negro Desperate.

Il Negro Desperate.
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15.-Gen. Christie
nher c. Augur, United States army IRE
tired J, was shot four times about O'Clock
This morning at his residence by a negro
named William Pope. His wounds will
not prove serious, although he may be
confined to his house for some time. To-
uay ne was resting quietly. Pope and
another colored man were standing in
mont of the Generals residence using
Toane and obscene language when he
Upened the door and ordered them to move
away. The only reply ne received was a
oHey OF pr0tane abuse and coarse cpl
tlets.
RUSHING ON THE ROUGHs.
4nls was more than he could stand,
aLu' armed with a light cane, he rushed
upon the two men and struck Pope a
slarD blow over the head. A he did so
l oe n gro drew a pistol and fired. The
Ush struck Gen. Augur In the right leg
aooVe the knee, and with a cry he stag
ss'eu back. Before he could recover
n'mseli Pope fired again, and the ball
G GoG enect in his right leg. Two more
1lots followed, one OF which struck the
ueueral in the left leg and the other in
;ue SIDE The negro who fired the shots
s 50 notorious character, who has already
Jo,'eG a. term in the penitentiary for mur-
NVl' lie has been arrpstpd
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1886-10-08
HOW TO JUDGE CANNED GOODS
From Cnssell's Mngnzinel

\ hint now about timed goods, meat
especially. Note, when about to pur-
chase, the condition of the tin; if bulged
Outwards, don't have it, even as Il gift
We will explain the process of canning,
to give weight to our warning.
The meat is packed in tins while raw,
then sealed, and cooked in an outer YES
sci of boiling water, with sometimes al
addition of a chemical to raise the tenn
perature. When cooked, the can is pier
ced, and, as soon as the air and steam
have been expelled, it is soldered. En-
perts known when it is ready for solder
ing; moment too soon, and the mischief
is done, because if air is left in, the tin
bulges, and the meat will not be good
On the contrary, if the tin has sunk, it is
an infallible sign of goodness; it proves
a vacuum, which is natural, as the meat
shrinks when no air is left in the tin.
Some may say, what matter if air be
left in the tin? Simply this: nitrogen,
an element of air, imparts to bodies with
which it comes in contact a tendency to
change and decay.
Often, on opening a tin of preserved
goods, people are heard to say "the air
is escaping" instead of which, the slight
kissing sound is the result of the air
rushing in, another proof that there was
a vacuum. Well, we go as far as to say
that. assuming the outward sign of good
ness above referred to; label bearing
the name of good exporter or importer
and also "A reliable vendor of the article,
whether meat, fish, milk, soup, or vege-
table, the chances are a million to one
against any being injured, much less
poisoned, by timed goods.
Another caution, though: always look
out for any little globules of solder that
sometimes find their way inside the tin
and take care, specially in the case of
salmon and lobster, to empty the con-
tents, as soon as opened, into an earthen
vessel. This is necessary for everything
except milk.