The morning news., 1888-06-07


but who can set limit TO mans. cupidity
The hunting season begins in March,
"nen the feathers are at their best, and
continues until May. Then those engaged
IN the business turn their attention i'll Octo-
Der TO staying offers, panthers, wildcats,
coons and foxes for their peltS, and alliga-
tors for their hides and valuable teeth,
worth "a so per pound. From the latter
only the skin that covers the pelvis is re-
moved. These rude hunters, in some in
stances, are cattle lords, and pursue their
vocation for the mere love of it.
IMMIGRATION PROSPECTS.
1t will be gratifying to all those interested
in Florida TO learn that the outlook for the
coming fall was never more cheerful The
complete ventilation of the yellow fever
question, and increased hygienic precau-
tlons, will rebound greatly 10 the welfare
OF the State Gen. Sinclair, Of Orlando;
Mr.. Hiram Potter, of Eustls, and Mr. Will
lam Cannon, of this place, alike assured me
that the inquiry for farms and homes for
actual settlement the ensuing fall was
never so great. Let the new comers be re-
celved with open arms to hospitable homes
and provided with every needed facility and
information. My next stop was at
BARLOW,
the county site of Polk This is one of the
points recently mentioned, without a
shadow of foundation, as having developed
yellow fever. Nothing could have been
further from the truth, as this whole imme-
diate region is noted for it's sa ubritY, and
in its entire past history has not been
visited by any epidemic malarial disease of
yellow fever. oven single sporadic case
has never been heard of. No wonder, then,
that the community was aroused
and incensed at the report of some of Sur
geon General HamiltOn's officials, who, IL is
alleged, never even visited the place. In
tue heat of their righteous Indignation
they even said hard things against the
MORNING NEWS their ever-constant friend,
because, as public news carriers, they felt
constrained to print the official reports Of
the national and local medical authorities.
But the sober second thought of just and
virtuous people has
REVERSED
this hasty action, and as the humble repre-
sentative of that journal | have been
greeted with the utmost cordiality, and
kind words and substantial favors have
awaited me at every step.
1t now affords me intense satisfaction to
assert from the stand point of careful in
quiry and observation, that the town is
almost entirely free from sickness of any
kind and exceptionally healthy Sanitary
precautions f the most thorough character
have been taken, aud there is nothing of a
local nature that could possibly engender
disease.
MATERIAL PROSPERITY.
The town is steadily increasing in popula-
ton and commercial Importance, and real
estate is higher than ever. In no part of
Florida are larger bodies of generous and
productive land to be found, and it is en-
L. nf h.. Hhn
groves here are all laden with fruit, and the
young oranges, larger and more vigorous
than any | have seen. Small vegetable
farms would prove exceedingly proflta le,
and the immigrant might travel the Union
over without finding any better place to
locate. One thing alone is lacking, and
that is schools of high grade.
Unfortunately, the elegant new college
building remains unoccupied pending a law
suit that is hanging over IT, For the honor
of the town. | trust the matter in dispute
may soon be amicably adjusted, and Bar
tow's educational light no longer remain
hidden under bushel.
IMPROVEMENTS AND BUSINESS CHANGES.
.--.Several fine brick blocks and stores have
been completed since my last visit Messrs.
Lang Bros, SO well known In your city,
have removed to their elegant brick store,
square, where their splendid stock may be
viewed to the best advantage. j. P. Glover,
too, the noted furniture dealer, has changed
his base to a more eligible site near the
square, and has a magnificent stock on
hand. Ny friend H. w Smell, now of the
firm of J. B. Kelly & Co. has also recently
braHched out into a new and handsome
brick store across the street, which is
crowded with good things, and well nigh
fire-proOf.
Sylbass G. Price, new firm from Ala
bama, are clever gentlemen, and do an ex-
tensive business.
Perl Bros. are enterprising young Rus
slams, who escaped across tho frontier, and,
coming to America, have established them
selves in business here, and are doing well
and much respected.
Mention has been made on former oc-
casion of the other merchants of the town
who seem to be thriving and in receipt of a
lucrative trade. Indeed, Barlow is one of
the leading business centers of South
Florida, and her future development will
be certain and rapid.
HOTEL CARPENTER.
This is the name of a neat and inviting
hostelry, pleasantly located in the midst of
q fine orange grove in full bearing. The
host, Mr.. Carpenter is most affable gen
tleman, and deserves TO De nOerally patron
lied. But Bartow's great want is big
hotel, With all the modern appliances and
conveniences.
A BRIGHT NEWSPAPER.
I am beholden to my brother, B. B.
Tatum of the Adrdnce Courier, for many
courtesies. He publishes newsy and well
conducted paper, and moreover is not
afraid to express his honest convictions,
albeit they may be temporarily at variance
with a hasty public sentiment. His journal
is daily gaining in influence and popularity.
In conclusion, would say that in leaving
Barlow take with me numerous pleasant
testimonials and recollections Of her high
spirited and patriotic citizens. Success to
them. H. H. j.
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