The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-23
IN THE LAND OF FLOWERS.
From indianapolis to Orlando-Florda San
itarium for Invalid Northerners.

| From indianapolis to Orlando-Flordaa San
| itarium for Invalid Northerners.
Correspondence of he Indianapolis Journal
ROCK LAKE" ORLANDO, Fla, Feb. 20-To
tourists coming South very pleasant variety of
places Of historic interest is afforded via the Gin
| cinnati Southern and East Tennessse lines. At
| Chattanooga. which is reached the following
| afternoon, after leaving Indianapolis on the
sfternoon train, are Missionary Ridge and
Lookout mountain, both of which are easily
seen before entering the station. While waiting
for delayed trains closer and more satisfactory
view can be obtained of the latter, whose mag
ufcent heights tower above but short distance
from the depot. and whose shapely proportions
are clearly defined against the beautiful sky be-
yond. Upon the point Of this famous
formation has recently been erected rough
frame building, to DE used as q shelter and OBJ
servatory for sight-seers, who ascend the
mountain via an inclined railway. yet, how
ever. incomplete. Many are the northern no
which contain pictures. highly treasured. of
loved ones who climbed these rocky sides to
reach this favorite spot, where thousands of on r
brave boys have posed for tle ''army photog-
raphist." From Chattanooga to Brunswick
Ga ia a of sixteen hours, where at O'Clock
in the morning, the train is left aud we embark
upon the trim little craft. City of Brunswick
Mary's river between Brunswick aud
Fernandina on the coast Cumberland
island is shorty in range at the left, and dis
tinctiy seen without ths aid of glass AT
present il is owned. and IN winter occupied by
the widow of Thomas Carnegie. brother of
Andrew Carnegie, OF Pistsbure. Mrs. Carne-
eie's grounds-'Dungeness"-a laid out with
magnificent live oaks outlining beautiful and
bewiderine avenues. the perfume of rare ex-
otics lade the air, and one can but imagine life
amid such surroundings very dream. This IS
also spot OF historic interest and dear to the
hearts Of Gorgians Here lies the body OF
Harry Lee who wore the soIbriquet OF
Light Horse Harry" in revolutionary times,
who died while guest of Gen. Nathaniel
Green. to whom the government decided this
island in consideration Of valuable services rem
dered during the revolution At his death
his body also laid here, but later was re-
moved TO Savannah, from where it was stolen,
no trace of it having been found CAPTAIN Dill
man. entertained his passengers while en- route
by relating bits of history. among them the fol-
lowing incident, which he evidently enjoys
telling las the day was one of the proudest of
his iife): About three months previous to his
death, Gen. Robert Z. Lee. with few friends.
visited .Dungeness." immediately upon their
arrival Lee wendell his way alone to the grave
of his father. Harry Lee, and knseling thereon
offered brief. silent prayer. Captain Diiwortis
then but a lad. standing at distance by hin
mothers side with mis- hand clasped closely N
hers, witnessing this scene of ftial love and de-
votion, said IL male an impression upon his
youthful mind which time can never eradicate.
the memory of Gen. Robert e Lee is to the
heart OF Southerner what that of Grant is to
the Northerner '.Jekyl island" is brought to
view 1t is owned by Mr.. D'Aubgue, and is
leased by New York capitalists, who, at an i'm
rnense outlay OF money and time, have erected
one OF tho most magnificent and complete club
houses in the United States. The grounds are
extensive. Astounding in all kinds of game.
Amelia island and river are the next to claim
attention. The latter is the only deep port
outlet to the ocean. At Brunswick frost and ice
were remarked. which rendered the transition
from temperature decldedls wintry to the land
of paimsttos tat Fernandina). after a
tho yacht of Mrs Carnegie was overtaken-
the fair owner does her marketing and shopping
ride of fifty-five minutes tho train bears into
jackson vile, where the Sub tropical Exposition"
ne in full blast. and is considered by expert
judges OF fruits and vegetables TO be a grand
success The "eold wave" followed closely upon
the heels of the tourists, reaching far
Florida, where. however, tho last fringe only
cidedly gratifying. having had not shoulder
turned toward il. Florida has climate in varie-
ties and quantities galore. In the upper por-
ton (Orlando for instance) an idylic life can
be lived. The sentimental maiden reclines
in the hammock 1T will, lovers drift upon
the bosom Of these n., clear, beautiful lakes,
whore they can, undisturbed by curious listeners,
exchange sweet condolences. Here also the
picnic hand" can make life a burden. Let
the unfortunate Northerner. who has daily evil
dences that he possesses vertebrae lalso
Northern). adown which Northern biizzards
mildly called chills-creep, imagine. If pos
sible while in a CONCEALED condition, q picnic in
January yes. and In February, where swings
and croquet are the chief and innocent amuse-
rnsnts. Doors and windows are flung wide
open to welcome the glorious sunlight and
health. giving air, 50 strongly imp-egnated with
pine as to act ~ q soothing balm upon
respiratory organs keenly sensitive TO the
frosty atmosphers OF the Northern States.
Pbysicians, il they wonld prove a blessing stiii
greater to man land womanl kind, should more
well 40 oil other climates. that with
nnerrinR accuracy they might Determine
and not doubifuly. just
where to send patients who have tssted every
thing but climate for Ills human flesh IL heir 10.
Many Gases have been cited as partially cured,
who have tried NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. beyond nil
help-this balmy air A Hoosisr cannot help
feeling at home In Florida The State Aboands
Ia real, live ones In Orlando n Republican
sauens OF indianisns could be held with = graf
flying showing OF enthusiastic Harrison" mon
land womsn. too. IL allowed 20 vote.
Orlando 10 n "dry tawa." Not ono saloon
screen aderns w It's business streets A certain
railroad man. who, with his wife and baby are
here, entsred u drus store and asked for
hadn't or "eouldn't sell IL without = doctors |
The r. m. was ~ q loss what 10
do, his baby must have It's prepared food, aud
necessarily thu spirit lamp had to be replen- |
ished. This was exclaimed. when the druggist |
replied he could supply the want with wood
quantities during the convsrsAtionl. and the |
!. M. left, his face h~amins with sausfaction--
md bottle Of alcohol tin other words wood |
pirits) peeping from his pocket. That 10 the