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The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
"Chickering," The Most ubiquitous"
Piano in Foreign Lands.

A gentleman was asked recently what piano
he had most frequently seen in concert halls
and private residences in his wanderings in all
portions of the globe, and he replied, unhesi-
tatingly, the "Chickering." In Melbourne, Sgd
ney, New South Wales; Auckland, Wellington,
Christ church, New Zealand; the Sandwich
Islands; in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Macao, and
Foo Chow, in China in Yokohama and Jeddo,
in Japan; in Bombay, Calcutta and Madras in
British India, this famous instrument was al
ways ION hand" and if the original inventor,
the genial Jonas Chickering :, were living, how
astonished he would be to witness the result of
his labors, years ago. in good old Boston town
and the wonderful improvements made since
then in their mechanical construction by his
sons, who have succeeded him, who now have
the satisfaction of seing that not only in their
ering' piano is the most ubiquitous. '-Ameri-
can Art Journal
Just the same in Savannah Visit the homes
of our most cultured citizens, our professionals
and our leading amateurs, and you will find
there the grand old Chckering.
For over tlbelUe years we have been placing
Chickering Pianos In Savannah homes, and
hence we know just what their merits really
are. Therefore, when we assert that they are
the Leading Piano of the World" we say what
we do kTloU to be true.
There are other pianos of excellence, plenty
of them: but for a ToTALITY OF EXCELLENCE in
Tone, Finish, Action and Durability one must
select a CHICKERING.
Latest S. yles in Upright Grands with the
new Repeating Action. New York ware
room prices duplicated by
LUDDEN & BATES SOUTHERN Music House.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
IN AND ABOUT THE CITY.
THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY.
DR.. oemlers Address Upon Oyster Life


DR.. Oemler's Address Upon Oyster Life
The Society's Committees.
DR.. A. Oemler read an interesting paper
before the Georgia Historical Society last
night on The Life History of the American
Oyster, its Propagation and Protection.
There are few men who have studied the
oyster more carefully than Dr. Oemler has,
aqd there IS probably no man in the south
who knows more about the
oyster than he does. His paper
ough research. 1t treated in popular
style the scientific side Of the question. For
nearly an hour DR.. Oemler read rapidly
and kept his hearers closely interested. At
the beginning of bis address, DR.. Oemer
announced that he would dwell only upon
the life and propagation of the oys-
Ter, aud the manner OF its
protection he would leave for future time.
AT its close the society rendered him a
vote of thanks and requested that he would
not only continue the subject at the next
meeting of the society but that he would
reproduce in a condensed form his first
address for the benefit Of those who we're
unable to be present last night.
The address will be advertised for the
next meeting and the public will be invited.
rev addresses are of more popular interest
and contain a more marvellous array of
facts Interestingly grouped than that which
DR. Oemler delivered.
The routine business of the society oc-
cupled but a short time. The president
announced the standing committees for this
year as follows:
On the Library-W. 8. Bogart, George
A. Mercer VIM. Harden, R. j. Mum,
Bierne Gordon.
On Printing and Publishing-W. D. Har-
den, George A. Mercer, Robert Falligant,
j. h. III. Chnch, Berne Gordon.
On Finance. H. Olmstead, John
Screven, H. S. Hanes, Robert Falligant.
On the Telfair Academy-John Screven,
z. H. Olmstead, w. d. Harden, j. K. +.
Tattnall, j. H NJ. Clinch.
The following committee was appointed
in pursuance to a resolution adopted at the
February meeting to suggest feasible plan
for the organization Of ''r 9 Telfar Liter
AIRY and Art Union" as a ladies' auxiliary TO
the society: H. c. Cunning am, Charles n
West, John Screven, Charles II. Olmstead,
Henry r. jackson.
Inc president announced that the widow
ana sister Of Maj. Robert E. Allen are de-
srous Of donating to the society Maj AL
lens library of the French classics, cole =
ton OF great interest and value Provision
was made for the acceptance of the gift,
and 1t will be placed in a separate alcove
in the library hall, designated by an appro-
pirate inscription.
Maj. A L. Hartridge, executor of the
will of the late Mrs. DeRenne, forwarded
to the society, under the Wills instructions,
framed letter Of the late Mr.. Debreau to
the Ladies' Memorial Association and set
OF resolutions by the a5socia lion. This was
Mrs. DeRenne's bequeSt to th society.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
QUEEN ESTHER IN SONG.
The Cantata at Masonic Hall Last
Night Delightful Success.

The Cantata at Masonic Hall Last
Night Delightful Success.
A large audience witnessed the cantata of
Esther the beautiful queen, rendered
dramatically in full Median, Persian and
Jewish costumes at Masonic hall last night
under the direction of Prof J. w.
Beardslee.
The plot Of the cantata is full Of dark in
trigue, patriotism, sorrow and triumph,
and aims to represent the pri cipal scenes
and incidents Of the story Of Esther during
the reign of King Ahasuerus.
The first act was listened to with
| placidity which amounted 90 GOODNESS.
During the second act the audience was
| fully aroused, aud the efforts of Mrs
Haynes as Esther" were received with
unbounded applause. Dramatically and in
vocal expression she left little or nothing
to be desired. In no part is Mrs Haynes
seen to better advantage than in the dra-
matte music of the cantata Of "Queen
Esther
Mr.. Mackenzie as "Mordecaln was very
good indeed. He has strong, sweet tenor
voice Of musical range, and he used it most
effectively.
Miss F. Coldng, who is always reliable.
sang and acted the part of 'Mordecai's
Sister" with becoming dignity. Her per-
Torrance was a constant succession Of hap
Ply touches
AS becomes a "Prophetessn Miss Josie
King looked well and sang acceptably. Her
performance received a round Of applause
Mrs. F. Goette appeared in the role of
'Zeresh," the overseer's WIFE Her
representation WAS full of gentle
force, and her sweet toned voice was much
appreciated. Her acting in the fainting
scene was capital.
Mr.. g. w. Drummond sang in good voice,
and proved successful in the role Of "Klng
Ahasuerus."
The other parts were in the main very
good. Mr.. w. Falconer as Scribe Mr.
s. VI. Gibson as Herald" Messrs. F. B.
White, II. w. Readick, j. N. McDonough
and E. Pinckard as kings guards. Mr.. Q.
L. Miller as High Priest" sang and acted
his part remarkably we'll. He accepted the
part at the last moment when Mr.. Walling-
ford failed to appear.
The maids Of honor, Misses M. II. Ben
nett, Villa Morgan, and Ella Mckenzie,
acquit ed themselves nicely.
The quartette by the Kings guards in
the fifth act deserves a passing word of
praise.
The performance was not noticeable for
its smoothness throughout, as several
bitches, incident to first night, occurred.
The costumes were effective and pictur-
esque. and the choruses we're well sung.
The cantata will be repeated tonight, when
a rousing house is expected. Incomparably
the most amusing feature Of the entertain
ment tonight will be the hanging of 'Ha-
nan" on gallows "f1fty cubits high. -
Owing TO the unavoidable absence of
Hannah" and some delay, he was not
hanged last light. Had the hanging taken
place there would have been no "Haman"
to hang tonight.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
LOCAL PER SONAL.


Pat Calhoun, Esq, is in town.
w. II. Lewis of Millen is in the city.
j. D. Harrell of Bainbridge is In the city.
c. H. Thomas Of Fowlstown is in the city.
G. F. Plank Of Augusta spent yesterday
here.
R. J. Patterson of Jesup was in town yes
terday.
H. H. Hale of Tampa spent yesterday in
Savannah.
J. c. Richardson Of Robertsville, s. c., is
in the city.
R. B. billiard of Jacksonville spent yes
terday here.
II. j. Clarke OF Blackshear was in Savan-
nah yesterday.
NJ. Barnwell of Brunswick was in Savan-
nah yesterday.
J. G. Purpree of Doboy came into town
yesterday morning.
John c. Lee of Augusta came down to
Savannah yesterday.
C. w. Metcalfe of Atlanta came down to
Savannah yesterday.
A. c. Wright OF st. Mary's came up to
Savannah yesterday.
d. B. Paxton of Clinch Haven spent
yesterday in Savannah.
w. NJ. Peacock came down to Savannah
yesterday from rnnille.
G. j. Fletcher of Johnst IN Station came
up to Savannah yesterday.
f. j. Stacy of Greenville, s. c., came
over to Savannah last night
l.. w. Scoville, principal owner Of Su-
wannee Springs, spent yesterday in the
city.
Mr.. J. H. Circuit, Jr, Of the Boston
(Mass) Herald arrived in the city yester-
day by steamer from Boston. He is en-
route to Florida.
Mrs. j. II. Hodges, formerly Of the Mar
shall house, has arrived home from Mexico
on visit 10 her father, Mr.. NJ. T. Quiann,
who has been dangerously ill for the last
three weeks.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
SHOT DEAD BY A BOY.
SAM MURCHISON KILLS DICK
MITCHELL AT SAND FLY.

A Sunday Quarrel Ends in a Murder
Murchison Foxes a Shotgun Through
an Open Door and Shoots Mitchell in
His own Home-The Witnesses of the
Kilung-The Coroner's Jury Say 1t
Was Murder-Murchison Escapes.
Richard Mitchell (c9loredl was shot and
instantly killed night before last near Sand
Fly station on the City and Suburban rail-
way by Sam Murcht5on, a colored boy about
IS years old. Coroner Dixon went out yes
terday morning aad held an inquest over
the body.
The story Of the killing, as developed at
the inquest, is about as follows: Sunday
afternoon Murchison cursed Mitchell in
quarrel and turned and ran away. Mitchell
went about his work aud did not see Murchi-
son until upon returning to his home at
night he found him there. Selling a clap
board he dealt him a blow over the head
and put him out Of the house. Murchson
went away, and one of the witnesses said
that he borrowed a charge OF gunpowder
from one neighbor and a gun from
another. He told the neignbor
from whom be got the powder that he was
going to shoot game Murchison's mother,
VINO lVeu nan a iDlle ulstADJ, uB4fQ OF bue
fracas between Mitchell and her son, and
she went 10 Mitcheli's to see about it. 1t
was stated that Murchison had gone to his
mothers house and was seen by some chill
dren, and was very bloody about the head,
but the story was not substantiated by wit
nesseS
While Murchison's mother was standing
in the door of Mitchelrs room talking to
Mitchell and Others who were in the house,
her son pushed tue door open behind her
and levellng the gun at Mitchell shot him,
the load taking effect in the left lower side
of the abdomen. Mitchell dropped to the
floor dead. Murchison threw tbs gun down
and ran, making his escape.
A jury of twelve men, all OF whom were
colored, was impaneled and rendered a
verdict Of murder One of the witnesses
swore that he saw MurchisOn when he
poked the gun in the door and pulled the
trigger.
Great indignation prevails among the col
ored people In the neighborhood where the
killing occurred and the probability is, that
If Murchison we're captured now he would
be in danger OF mob violence. There was a
willingness on the part of some of the
negroes to bring Murchison's mother
into the murder, as accessory.
Many of them believe that she
and her son hail planned the murder, but
Coroner Dixon does not think from the tes-
timony that the woman had seen Muir
Gibson since the fracas and that she mad any
knowledge Of her sons intents.
MurcnlSon Is looked upon as a bad char
acter. Some time ago he threatened to kill
his father for chastising him.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
Mr. Willard N. Smith

Is about to organize class for the study
of Choruses, Glees, Madrigals and Part
Songs. All persons having some knowledge
of sight reading are invited to meet Mr..
Smith at Armory hall Wednesday eve ming,
March 8, at 9 O'clock The class will be
furnished with hall for rehearsal and piano
without other charge than the fee for instruc-
tion, and at the end of the season concert
will be given, at which the chorus will be
supported by full orchestra
This win be an excellent opportunity for
all music lovers TO avail themselves Of the
services Of Chorus Master and Leader Of
long experience.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
A Minister Arrastad.

A warrant sworn out in Magistrate Rus
sells court September 1887, charging Rev.
John Hix, (coloredl with cheating and de-
frauding Mary johnson tcolored), out Of
$40, was executed yesterday. Since the
warrant was issued the minister has steered
clear of all officials, and it was not until
yesterday he became tame enough to cone
up on the thoroughfares, when al officer
deserted him and arrested him. Hix gave
bond and was at once released His case
will appear in tue next term of the city
court
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
DOWN AN ELEVATOR SHAFT.
q. B. Roberts Had Fall at the Morri
son House.


son House.
s. B. Roberts Of Augusta, who has been
stopping at the Morrison house, fell through
an elevator shaft last night, from the sec
ond story to the ground floor, breaking
his right thigh. The door open
ing into the shaft Is in the
bath room, and MIR. Roberts entered
it through mistake. s. A. Walker,
boarder, entered the Drayton street en-
trance a few minutes after the accident,
and, hearing the groaus of the injured ma %,
ran to the shaft and discovered Mr.. Ro erts
lying on trunk in the elevator Assisted
by servants and the guests, be conveyed
the wounded man TO his room on the second
floor, and DR.. Owens was Immediately sum
moned and the thigh was promptly set. Its
likely that Mr.. Roberts will be removed TO
one Of the hospitals to-day or tomorrow.
be came to Savannah week ago. He is
about 30 years OF age, His injuries are
necessarily painful, aud he may be some
time In recovering.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05

SAVANNAH DAILY MORNING NEWS,
Barriers Burned Away" by Edward P.
Roe; Hernia Suydam," by Gertrude
Franklin Athorton; Tho Home Magazine
for March, The Universal Review for Feb
ruary, "The Cold Snap Judges Serial No.
8; New York Herald, World, Press. Sun,
Star, Times, Tribune, Boston Herald,
Boston Globe. Baltimore Sun. Cincinnati
Enquirer. Cincinnati Gazette, Philadelphia
Press, Philadelphia Times, New Orleans
Times Democrat, Atlanta Constitution, Ma
con Telegraph, Augusta Chronicle. Charles
ton News and Courier, Florida Times U mon,
Louisville Courier-Journal, Chicago Inter.
Ocean.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
The FLOWERS THAT BLOOM.
Florists Receiving More Orders THAI
They Can Fill.

Florists Receiving More Orders Than
They Can Fill.
The florists busy season has begun. The
big increase in the demand for flowers is
giving them more work than they can do
easily, As the sweet spring time approaches
and the fragrant flowers begin to bud and
blossom, the people S desire for flowers in
creases
The plants which florists are selling
and which are now in foliage
and bloom, are roses, hyacinths, Gala lilies,
albums, geraniums, heliotropes, camelias,
jonquils, narcissus and daffodils. These are
all blooming luxuriantly, and the flowers
are large and well developed. Roses are
selling at 81 dozen readily. A florist said
yesterday that there is a greater demand
for roses than for any Of the other
flowers now in bloom. A few camelias are
still being shipped to different portions of
the state aud to the north, but the majority
of the flower BUYERS are Savann ahans. The
demand for camelias TO be sent by young
people in the city to their friends Is still
very heavy, and all during the season there
have been more orders than could possibly
be filled for japonicas.
THE demand is far in excess of the sup
ply" a florist said yesterday, land we have
given up the idea of filling all orders that
come"
With the approaching warm weather,
when larger variety Of flowers begins to
bloom, the demand for japanicas abates in
a measure, but the work is no lighter on
the florists, since the demand simply changes
from one flower to another. Flowers will
be very pretty this season from the present
indications, and the season will be larger
than Savannah has ever seen. A great
many flowers bought now are
for young ladies on occasion of
entertainments A good many are used for
parlor decorations, and large quantities are
used on supper tables at hops and parties
The florists say that the Floral and Art
Association will be able to give one of tho
finest exhibits this year that it has ever
given,
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
ACvice to Mothers,

MRS. WTNsLow's SOOTHING SYRUP should
always be used when children are cutting
teeth. 1t relieves the little sufferer at once;
it produces natural, quiet sleep by reliev-
ing he child from pain, and bhe little cherub
awakes as bright as a button" 1t is very
pleasant to taste. IL soothes the child, soft
els the gums allays all pain, relieves wind,
regulates the bowels, and is the best known
remedy for diarrhea, whether arising from
teething or other causes. Twenty five cents
n bnttla
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
"THE MERCHANT OF VENICE"
Marie Prescott and r. D. Mclean as
"Portie and "Shylock."

The Merchant OF Venice" was played
before a small audience last night. 1t was
not an audience to enthuse an actor. The
play was given though in its entirety, and
in manner that deserves the highest COM
incubation. 'Shylock" is a character
which severely tests the ability of an
actor. Mr.. Mclean played the part
as it has not often been played.
His delineation is that of a Jew of intel
lectuality, bitter and intense in his hatred
of Antonio" not as a person, but as the
representative of the christian sects who
had stolen his daughter and his ducats, and
had prosecuted, stigmatized and scorned
his forefathers from Time immemorial.
Miss Prescott's "Portia" was charming
Interpretation. She is favor
tie with Savannah theater-goers
and she received an ovation last
night. The company throughout is excel
lent.
At to-day's matinee Miss Prescott will
appear as "Galatea" and Mr.. Mclean as
"Pygmalion" in "Pygmalion and Galatea,"
and tonight they will appear in "a Win
ter's Tale Miss Prescott has been seen
here before as "Galatea" and she gives a
delightful performance In the part she is
a rival of Mary Anderson.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
Shaftall-Clifton

Samuel Sheftall and Miss Mittie Clifton
were married at the residence of the brides
mother, on West Broad street. Sunday. by
Rev. A. NJ. Wynn. The bride is an inter-
esting young lady, and the groom is we'll.
known wood dealer After the marriage,
the couple were rendered a reception, at
which several of their friends participated,
and they drove to the Savannah, Florida
and Western railway depot and left on the
Atlantic Coast Line train for Washington.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
RAIL AND CROSsTIE.

The Central railroad fast mail train was
delayed three hours last night, owing to a
run off at the eighty-nine mile post. The
front trucks Of the engine jumped the
track. The train was stopped before any
damage was done, however.
About two-fifths 0f the rails are laid on
the Melbourne and Atlantic (Fla.) railroad.
The road is OF standard guage and, as be-
fore stated, may not DO limited to the pres
ent termini. The road is being pushed
ahead as fast as the rails can be gotten on
the ground
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
Knox's Hats.
b, II. Levy & Bro.
Are sole agents
For KNox's
Stylish Hats.
Beautiful Pianos 1925, $3.50.

A surprise in this line. We have realll
choice Upright Pianos at the above low
price. Choice" we say, not cheap. We
mean Pianos of pure, suceet tone, easy dc-
ton and solid construction from best ma
tertdlS. Pianos that are Thoroughly good
and durable. Can We offer all that for
such small pricel
Yes, we can, and do. Our new Piano
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please. Call in experts, bang it 90 hours a
day, but it's there III the same.
The real excellence Of tn 50 Pianos will
surprise and delight you. Ask to see our
$225 Piano. L. &B. NH
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
oonsumption, sorofula, eeneral

Debility, Wasting Diseases of Children,
Chronic Coughs and Bronchitis can be cured
by the use Of SCOTS Emulsion Of Pure Cod
Liver Oil with Hypophosphites. Promi-
nent physicians use it aud testify to its
great value. Please read the following: ~
used SCOTS Emulsion for an obstinate
Cough with Hemorrhage, Loss of Appetite,
has saved a case Of well developed consump-
ton. IT. j. Findley, M. ID. Lone Star,
Texas.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05

Simmons Liver Regulator cures malaria,
bilousness, dyspepsia, headache, constipa-
ton and piles. 1t is most effective in start
ing the secretions Of the liver, causing the
bile to act as a purge. When there is an
excess Of bile in the stomach, the Regulator
is an active purge after the removal of
the bile it will regulate the bowels and i'm
part vigor and health to the whole system.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
A Great Battle

Is continually going on in the human
system. The demon Of impure blood
strives to gain victory over the constitution,
to ruin health, TO drag victims to the grave.
A good reliable medicine like Hoods Sar-
saparilla is the weapon with which TO de-
feud ones self, drive the desperate enemy
from the field, and restore peace and bodily
health for many years. Try this peculiar
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05

Misses Williams end Willnks classes of
the St. Johns EpiscopaD Sunday school
will give an entertainment at Parish hall
on Tuesday afternoon and evening. consist
ing OF music and Rotations. Admission 10
cents.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05

Attention is called to the card Of Mr.. J.
8. +. Barbour, corner of New Houston and
Barnard streets. He carries full line Of
fresh family groceries and has a well
selected stock. Mr. Barbour is an expert
enced merchant and keeps up fully with the
times
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
THR NEWS FROM WASHINGTON.
The Morning News Extras Full Re-
port of the Inauguration.

The Morning News Extras Full Re-
port of the Inauguration.
President Harrison's Inauguration was
the talk of the city yesterday. The tele-
graph and newspaper offices were besieged
with inquiries for the latest news from
Washington. The MORNING NEWS extra
at $3.50 o'clock gave ull account of the
inauguration ceremonies, AID the Pres-
dents inaugural address. The papers were
snapped at as soon as they were on the
street. There was rush at the MORNING
NEWS counting room. Everybody wanted
to know the news, and they got it in full
BEEcHAM's PILLS cure bilious and ner-
vous ills
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
Pipott's Letter.

The irish World of Saturday, March 2,
contains full account of the Pigott letters,
and also his full confessions in regard to the
same Price 5 cents. For sale at Estill's
News Depot, 2l1S Bull street.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
Full MANY a Gem

FuII MANY Gem
OF purest ray serene the dark unfathomed
caves of ocean BEAR" but not one that glist-
ems more brightly than teeth beautified and
made healthy with SOZODONT, that time
honored donor of comfort and attractive
ness Of the dental row.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
New Styles Hats.

Nichols has just opened his complete line
of Stiff Hats 12S Broughton Street.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-03-05
TALLAHASSEE, FLA, Dec. 20, 1888.

TALLAHASSEE, FLA, Dec. 20, 1888.
Mr.. j. s. Silua. Savannah, Ca:
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in saying that tho Grand Oil Heater recent
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has given entire satisfaction, and we can
cheerfully recommend it to all persons in
need of one. Very respectfully yours,
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Supt. Fla. Warehouse and Compress Co.