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The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-06
FLORIDA's FIRST DISTRICT.
The Convention Organizes and Ad-
journs Until To-day.


TALLAHASSEE, FLA, Sept. 5.-The demo-
cratic convention OF the First con-
greisional district met in Gallies hall, in
this city, at $50 o'clock tonight, after the
arrival OF the train from the east.
Chairman Love, of the district executive
committee, read the call under which the
convention met, and spoke of the distressing
circumstances which neces,lttted changing
the place of holding the convention from
Barlow to Tallahassee On account of the
fever in South and East Florida. He coun-
seled harmony and unity of action.
Hon. j. b. johnson of Pasco county was
elected temporary chairman, and }. NJ.
Barco of Levy county and j. B. Whitfield
of Leon county, secretaries.
Committees on credentials, resolutions,
and permanent organization were appointed
and the convention adjourned to 9 O'Clock
tomorrow morning, after adopting tho
following resolution, offered by Hon. w.
D. Chipley:
WHEREAS, The unusual spectacle is presented
in this convention of vacant seats assigned to
Manatee end Hillsborough counties; and
WHEREAS, These sterling democratic counties
are never missing when work for the Demo-
cratic party is needed therefore be it
Resolved, That the sympathies of the conven-
ton are hereby extended to these counties, with
the sincere hope that the apparent disappear
ance OF the scourge in their limits may be per
manent.
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TOM COR WIN.
An Orator Who Held His Audiences
in Pelting Rain Storms.
From Scr,bner's Magazine.

From Scribner's Magazine.
Soon after | reached Indiana heard a
good deal about Thomas Corwin, then n
prominent WING member of congress from
Ohio. OF Mr.. Corwin it is not too much to
say that in wit, in humor, aud general
knowlege, in a ready command of Ian
guago, in voice, in mobility and expressive
ness of features, in all the requisites for
fascinating and etfe,tive stump oratory, he
was without an equal Men would travel
twenty or thirty miles to listen TO tho
matchless orator, and even his political op.
poneats could not help joining in III, APP
plause which his speeches never failed to
call forth. His memory was not only n
perfect storenouse of historical facts, hat
also Of anecdotes aud stories.
1t was worth sabbath days journey"
to hear Tom Corwin (as he was familiar
called toll IA story. No matter now n
quentiy heard, it was always made fr" h
aud racy by his variable and inmitable
manner of telling it, Wnile the attractive
ness of bis speeches Sas ia no small degree
attributab o to his Extraordinary control of
the muscles of his GO, v hch were al ways
in accord with the s'ntinpn's he was ex-
pressing and 10 an,c % e> ne was relating,
and TO his charming voice, they Nere never
lacking in eloquence or force. He hal
always something good 10 say, and he
never failed to be instructive as well
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-06
RICE'S RUN FOR SENATOR.
The Convention at Atlanta Nominates
Him on the First Ballot.

Him on the First Ballot.
ATLANTA, GA, Sept. 5.-The democratic
convention of the Thirty senatorial
district met to-day at noon in the court
house in this city. Fulton, Clayton and
Cobb counties all responded with full dele
cations
The convention was called to order by T.
W. Glover of Cobb county, chairman of
the district committee, and George F. Gober
of Cobb county was elected permanent
chairman. A. c. Blalock Of Clayton
county was chosen secretary.
F. p Rice was presented by Fulton
county through William Bay as her
nominee for senator.
The nomination was seconded by L. W.
Thomas of Fulton county.
On motion of NJ. NJ. Sessions of Cobb
county, Mr. Rice was unanimously declared
the nominee for the district amidst ap-
plause.
A committee was appointed to notify Mr..
Rice, and in few minutes he was esco. ted
to the convention. He made short speech,
full of common sense, in which he thanked
the convention for the honor conferred, and
pledged himself to do all in his power to
advance the interests of the district if
elected
A resolution was offered and adopted
deprecating the constant bringing in of the
question of prohibition and anti-prohibition
III every election as injurious to party har-
mony. 1t was the opinion of ali the dele
gates that the prohibition question should
he kept separate from politics.
A new executive committee was selected,
after which the convention adjourned.
The executive committee organized by
electing George f. Gober of Cobb county
as chairman, and L. w. Thomas of FultoI
as secretary.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-06
LYNCHERS IN A FRENZY.
A NEGRO MUTILATED, HUNG TO A
TREE AND THEN SHOT.

The Avenging Accomplished at the
County Seat of ColQuitt in Broad
Daylight without Masks-some of
the Most Prominent Citizens in the
County Said to Have Taken a Hand
BAINBRIDGE, GA, Sept. Sin December
last a negro named Thomas Reese, alias
Samuel Long, for two years previous living
with William Reagan of Miller county
outraged Mrs. Reagan and afterward at
tempted to kill her with strychnine to con-
ceal his CRIME, and then effected his escape.
Nothing could be learned of
his whereabouts until two weeks
ago. when a neighbor of Mr.. Reagan dis
covered him in Randolph county. Ala, and
on Saturday effected his capture in Eu-
faula. whence he was brought TO Moultrie,
Colquitt county, on Monday night last and
lodged In Jail.
TERRIBLE VENGEANCE.
His capture aroused the citizsns of
Mitchell county as probably they never
were aroused before and terrible aud swift
Justice was soon upon the demon. The news
of his capture spread like wildfire, and on
Tuesday afternoon several hundred men
had congregated in the village Four
o'clock in the afternoon had Deen named as
the time for his trial before committing
court. The trial was held as arranged.
The prisoner had been questioned and had
freely admitted his guilt before the trial,
but the crowd deemed it best to let the law
develop the first facts After the hearing
he was ordered commi ted, but instead the
crowd, in broad daylight and without mask
or disguise, took him to the edge of an ad-
jacent swamp, and placing rope around
his neck prepared to take his life.
A HORRIBLE MUTILATION.
Before doing so, however, a very unusual
and terrible surgical operation was per-
formed, as a warning to others of his class
and race. The crowd then suspended his
BODY to a convenient limb, and after
Kidding it with bullet holes. left
it as food for the buzzards.
It was, however, subsequently cut down
and buried A hundred or more men had
a hand in the affair Among the number
were some of the most prominent citizens of
Miller county. These people are opposed to
mob law, but in this case under the circum-
stances they do not feel that they are
to blame, first having made themselves
absolutely certain of the identity of the
criminal and of his crime as detailed.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-06
DUVAL'S REPUBLICANS.
The Rival Delegations Eager to Crack
Zach Others Skulls.

Zach Others Skulls.
JACKSONVILLE, FLA, Sept 5.-The most
disorderly and boisterous crowd, perhaps
ever seen in this city, was at the republican
county convention to-day. at Jones hall, on
Pine street. The convention was to commence
business at noon, but at o'clock the di,or-
der was so great Il had not been called to
order yet. Owing to the prevailing
epidemic here it was thought best to admit
only delegates and make the assemblags as
nall as possible aud the meeting a s~ort
one but the crowd gathered about the door
and forced an entrance whenever tle door
was unlocked. A ladder was also procured
by some and entra zee made through a win
dow and the back stairway.
Finally an appeal was made to Acting
Mayor Gerow to preserve order and dis
perse the mob.
Mr.. Gerow, at 10 O'clock, laid the matter
before the board of health and asked advice.
He thought that as the crowd was excited
and unmanageable, it would be best to re-
quest an adjournment of the convention to
another day. A faction fight was immi-
nent and b,oodshed was expected. Finally
peace was patched up, and the convention
adjourned till 10 o'clock tomorrow morn
ing. Trouble MAJ ensue, as the contesting
delegations are all eager for an ARRAY.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-06
MACON MENTION.
Daniel Lucas Apt to b. Held for the
Killing of Williams.

Daniel Lucas Apt to bs Held for the
Killing of Williams.
MACON, GA, Sept 5.-The excitement
over the Ernest Williams case still con-
tinues At the coroner's inquest to-day
three witnesseS-James Pope, Henry Col
Inns and Robert Colburn (all colored) -testi-
fl d positively that Daniel Lucas, white
man, fred the shot that killed Williams.
All agreed that Lucas was behind Officer
johnson, who had fired one shot in the air
to frighten Williams, when Lucas ran
about 10 feet in front Of the Off
Ger aud levelet his pistol at Will
lams Williams then staggered and fell.
Lucas was within 30 feet of Williams when
he fired. A post norton examination re-
vealed that Williams had been shot through
the liver. No verdict has yet been returned
but it is probable that Lucas will be held
Mrs. DIR. Vonkalow has entered suit
against the Georgia railroad for $50 900
damages, alleged to have been sustained
at Camak i'll changing cars, the conductor
having handled her roughly making the
transfer.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-06
Ingall's Meets His Match.
From az AMqllsta lGnl ChronicLe.

From the augusta (Gd.) Chronicle
The other day tho president OF the Senate was
thrown into the company OF the II use wit.
The natural bitterness of the Kansas senator
was soon shown in his sarcastic manner of
saying:
"Mr Allen, | take this first opportunity
have had TO thank you for the high honor you
paid my military genius in recommending mo
for commander-in-chief OF our armies in case
Of war with Canada. Coming from such a high
military source cannot but feel proud Of tue
suggestion"
"ies, yes; certainly" responded Allen; you
are welcome You see, while was eX-
phcit. | was too brief 20 be- eN-
planatory. In the first place. you notice, my
voice Is for war; that is because have always
observed that those who gave their Voco for
mended yuu for commander in chief because.
being man of peace, wanted as little trouble
as possible, and thought our ne1 would be less
APT to K hurt under your leadership than any
other distin suishsd fighter that can think of"
Nothing more was said.
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as fascinating His poH er over popular and
promiscuous assemblies WIS immense. Plain
farmers would not only travel long dis
taA ces 10 hear him, but they would stand for
hours under burn ng sun, or in a pelting
rain, seeming oblivious of everything but
the speeches by which their attention was
absorbed Nor was his fame as an orator
confined to Ohio. By his speeches in con-
gress he acquired a national reputation;
Made upon subjects which have long ceased
to be interesting, no one can read them now
without feeling that they place him in the
front rank of American orators
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4. FALK & SONS.
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The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-06
COLLECTING AGENCY
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The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-06
DON'T BE DECEIVED.

Ask for ULMER'S LIVER CORRECTOR, a
safe and reliable medicine, and take no other
have introduced DR.. B. F. ULMER'S LIVER
CORRECTOR in my practice, and find that it
gives general satisfaction. The best evidence
of the estimation in which it is held is the fact
that persons trying it once invariably return
for another bottle, recommending it at the
same time to their friends.
G. A. PENNY, NJ. D., Cedar Key, Fla.
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The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-06
COLUMBUS CHI PIERS.
Proceedings OF the City Council-Ar-
rest of a Burglar.

Proceedings OF the City Council-Ar-
rest of a Burglar.
COLUMBUS, GA, Sept. 5.-The city coun-
ell held long session this afternoon, but
very little business of Importance was trans
acted. The question of curbing the husi-
ness portion of Broad street was freely dis
cussed. The stone is here, but business men
say that they will enjoin the council if the
work is attempted. The discussion of the
question of buying land for new cemetery
was deferred until next Wednesday, owing
TO the absence of several members. The
council granted the Chattahoochee EXPOSE
ton Company the privilege of selling
liquors on the grounds. An appropriation
of $500 for further improvement of the
fire department was granted,
ARREST OF A BURGLAR.
William Findely, negro boy, was cap
tured by the police tonight while attempt
ing to burglarize the shoe store of James +.
d 4aton. He protested that his intention
was not burglary. This makes four burg
lars rested in this city I'd three il
Brownsville within week. The police are
working hard to break up tho gang.
j. j. Moses was this evening elected an
school trustees Mr.. Moses is the only
iEember now residing here who was elected
a member of the original board twenty -one
years ago.
A heavy rain fell here this afternc on, and
it is feared that the river will overflow again
be.ow the city.
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GEORGIA'S DELUGE.

Cotton on the Bottom Lands Damaged
Nearly so Per Cent.
ATLANTA, Ga, Sept. 5.-The heavy rains
which have fallen throughout Georgia for
the past week have done great damage to
the cotton crop. The state commissioner
of agriculture has received reports from
some parts of the staue which say that cot
ton in the bottom lands has been niured 50
per cent. The Georgia rivers are all very
high, and some have overlooked their
banks, doing great damage. So far as
known no loss of life has occurred The
railroads OF the state are moro or less dam
aged by washouts
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-06
Secretary Jones' Fun eral.

Assistant Secretary of State, J. f. Jones,
will occur tomorrow morning at Trinity
church. The remains will b. escorted to
Oakland cemetery by the Fulton County
Veterans and the Atlanta Artillery. Capt.
Jones was active in forming the Atlanta
Artillery, and up to a year ago, was captain
Of it. The deceased was a man much be-
loved by all.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-06
PLUNGERs AT sHEEPsHEAD.
The Betting Pavilion Alive with the
Slaves OF Chance.

New YORK, Sept. 5.-There was a very
large attendance to-day at the Sheepshead
Bay races and renewed activity in the bet
ting pavilion. The events were as follows:
First -Seven-eighths of a mile Leo H.
won, with Cruiser second aud Belle Dor third
Time :25ls.
SECOND RACE-Autumn stakes; three quarters
of a mile. Fresno won, with Diablo second, and
Blue Rock third Time 1:15.
THIRD RACE-One and Onp-eiEhth miles. Gil
max won, with Badge second, end Gallifet
third. Time I:615 The winner paid Si3
straight and S25 for the place.
FOURTH E-Seven-eishths of a mile Gren-
adler won, with Laredo SECOND and Jennie Nc
Farlnnd third. Time l:253S4 The winner paid
$50 straight and S23 for the place.
FIFTH RACE-Three-quarters of mile. Long
Dance won, with Forest King second and Heron
third. Time 1:l54.
SIXTH RACE-Grass selling stakes; one mile
on the turf. The finish was very exciting but
Long Branch, a cast-on of the Dwyer stables
beat Baliston, one Of their cracks, by u short
head. Lucy H. was third. Time 143ai The
winner paid SSl straight and $li for the place
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-06
ELECTIONS IN LOUISIANA.
Mr. Chambers Industry Declared 1
Excess of His Intellect.

Mr.. Chandler's Industry Declared in
Excess of His Intellect.
WASHINGTON, Sept. 5.-lhe Senate to
day proceeded to the consideration of the
resolution heretofore offered by Mr.. Chaud-
Ter in relation to the recent election III
Louisiana, and was addressed by Mr. Pasco,
who said that the miscellaneous mdigested
matters collected by Mr. Chandler and laid
before the Senate, did M Jre credit to that SEN
ator's industry than TO his intellect. While
the senior senator from New Hampshire
was anxious to provide education for tha
south, the junior senator strove to revive
bitterness and i'll will, and TO create fresh
antagonism between the two races in the
south, who were for the most part living
together in peaceful relations.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-06
Rise OF the Oconee.

ATHENS, GA, Sept. 5.-The recent rains
in this section have caused the Oconee river
TO rise considerably at this point. Farmers
along its banks are very anxious about their
low grounds, which at present show signs of
a most excellent crop of corn. The latest
reports from up the country tell OF heavy
rains all through North Georgia.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-06
slashed Across the Lungs.

ALBANY, GA. Sept 1.-Two planters
from Terrell county brought in several
negro drivers we're unloading they imbibed
quite freely and an alteration ensued
Frank White was stabbed by William Jones,
who fed. The wound was terrible one,
being a cash clear across the lungs, from
which Whites breath escaped while he was
breathing
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-06
EXCU RSIONs.
SUMMER EXCURSIONS,
POPULAR RATE,
To Charleston Port Royal & Beaufort

The Charleston & Savannah R'y Co.
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turning leave Charleston not later than
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Leave Savannah Is A. NJ Sunday, return
ing leave Charleston not later than 7.20
An. Monday. .....................s2 90
Leave Savannah $40 A. NJ Sunday. return
ing leave Charleston same evening 81 90
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Tickets on sale Mt Bren's Office 20 Bull street,
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e. p. MoSwINEY. G. p. AIT.
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Death at Eatonton.

EAToNroN, GA, Sept. 5.-Col. B. F.
Adams one of Eatonton's most beloved cit
izens, died at his residence in this city this
morning at 3 o'clock. He was for many
years clerk of the superior court of this
county. He was in his 9th year. The flu
neral will take place from the Methodist
church tomorrow morning at 9 o'clock.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-06
Peabody Scholarships.

ATLANTA, GA, Sept. -Four scholar
ships from Georgia to the Peabody normal
college at Nashville were award ID by State
School Commissioner Hood to-day as fol
lows: Miss Ludie Stone of Oxford, Miss
Julia Lester Of Augusta, Miss Daisy Davies
of Decatur, and George f. Nolan of High
Shoals. There were thirty-fiv applicants
for the four positions.
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T' denotes trace OF rainfall
L. 4. DESs,N. Observer Signal Corps.
Perfectly Pure.

So much is said in these days about inn
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SANITARY NOTICE.

CITY OF SAVANNAH
OFFICE CLERK OF COUNCIL, :
August 81, 1883.
Under and by virtue of the Sanitary Orli-
nance, notice is hereby given to all concerned
that all complaints of the unsanitary condition
of any promises in the city, failure, if any. on
garbage. and of all matters likely TO prove dele
FERROUS to tue sanitary condition of the city,
should be made to the office of the Clerk of
Council.
BY order of the Mayor
FRANK f. REBARER,
Clerk of Council.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-09-06
EEADY-NgIXED PAINTS.

The celebrated r. w. Devoe &, Co. s READY
MIXED PAINTS are conceded to be the best
manufactured, The most satisfactory testimo-
malls can be produced by those who have used
the paint that it is superior to al other. IL
gives a beautiful finish, preserves the wood. and
is put up in quantities suitable to all classes of
purchasers e. ! KIEFFER.
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Wants 81. 900 for Her Fathers Life

ATLANTA, GA, Sept. 5.-Annie Nance.
through her next friend, G. McAfee, to-day
filed a suit against the Georgia Pacific rail
way for 81 500 damages for the killing of
her father near the Exposition cotton mills
in March last while he was employed by
that road IN the capacity Of brakeman.