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The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
BEEF MEN IN A FIGHT.

A Reduction Of Cent a Pound Which
Consumers Didn't Get the Benefit OF.
The quiet in the beef market was broken
few days ago by reduction of l cent
pound on all western beef. The price of Kan
sas beef has been for quite long time 5
cents a pound, but 1t took a sudden drop
few days ago, and market men began to get
their supply for 4 cents. Consumers, how
ever, have not felt the benefit of the drop,
and have been paying the regular prices ell
along.
The decline in price to market men, when
sifted down, seems to be tee result of fight
between two of the Kansas City compa-
MES. The Armour company has been the
leading firm handling western beef in the
Savannah market. The company supplied
the market men at cents Swift &
Co. began 10 ship western beef
it at 5 cents. They had lot disposed
of their first carload when the price
dropped and all hands let 90 their supply at
4 cents. This cut held out two weeks, when
the price went back to cents, where the
beef men say it is likely to remain now with
both companies in the field.
The Swift company claims that it was
only meeting the price Of its competitors
when it sold for 4 cents by the side. The
O"lLb COllpdnJ . representatives say JuaV
the Armour people lowered the price first.
1t is understood that the Armour men cut
the rate in order to compete with a Sioux
City company, which sold meat at cents.
The Sioux City company dropped out of
the market few weeks ago, however. The
price has gone back to cents. and the
dealers say that it is likely to remain there.
Each of the Kansas City companies ships
to Savannah an average of two car
loads q week
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
WORKED THE RACKET WELL.
"Cutty" Bennett One of the Most In.
dustrious Thieves on Record.

Guilty Bennett One of the Most In
dustrious Thieves on Record.
1t developed yesterday that equity Ben
nett's" real name is James Francis. and the
carrying off of no less than twenty overcoats
is credited to his industrious work as hall
crook. Of the property stolen, Detective
Wetherhorn has recovered eleven coats,
restored seven TO their owners, and has four
on hand, for one of which he knows the
owner. There are nine oyercoats he has
not been able to trace.
w. l.. Clay, Esq, OF No. 10 Taylor
street did not miss mis- overcoat from the
rack until night before last, when as he was
leaving home his brother told him TO wear
his overcoat. That, too, was missing, and
third and younger brother shortly after
discovered that his overcoat also was non
est. All three of the missing coats were
identified at Justice Naughtin's office yes
terday, and were restored to their owners,
M aking four that have been claimed and
recovered. Francis is still in Jail, not being
at,le to give bond
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
CITY BREVITIES.

Golden Rule Lodge No. u, l. o. o. F.
meets this evening.
The Harmonic Club win hold its monthly
hop tomorrow night.
The charge against Ben Jones (colored) in
the mayors court, Of the larceny of car
penter's tools from John Harrison, was
dismissed yesterday morning.
Ben Robinson Ccolored) reported to the
policeman who took him TO the barracks
last night that an unknown colored man
had shot him. An examination of the
wound showed that it was only skin deep,
and 1t is thought to have been self-inflicted,
as he was found 70 have weapon on his
person. Robinson claims to have been shot
at near the market.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
FIGURING UP THE TAXES.

Collector MCGOWAN and His Clerks
Busy at Their Books.
Tax Collector McGowan aad his corps of
clerks will take much nee led holiday to-
day, after two weeks of hard work, during
which time they were kept busy every day
until midnight. Capt. MCGOWAN says that
he has not yet footed up the aggregate Of
the receipts, and if he did it would not
show what are the net receipts, as there
are always instances of double taxation,
over taxes, and errors where refunders are
to be made, so that he is unable to say what
the amount is The poll tax will 60 directly
into the Chatham county school fu ad. and
will be made Immediately available by the
board of education for educational purposes.
Some years ago it was first sent to Atlanta
and then the county's proportion was re-
mitted from the state treasury, while now
Chatham gets all her poll tax direct for
school purposes.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
CONGRESSMAN LESTER ROBBED.
a Hall Rack Thief Walks Off With
His Hat and OYercoat

11iS I1ttO duo OVCTCOdb.
1t is evident that James Francis, better
known as equity Bennett" is not the only
one who has been working the hall racks.
A bold rack thief entered the residence of
Hon. r. E. Lester at Hall and Lincoln
streets night or two ago about twilight,
and cleared the rack OF a congressional
overcoat and Tat, aid also the overcoat and
hat of Mr.. Edward Karow. The thief, who
was white man, passed out, and going up
to a colored man at the street corner, said,
Take this, aud I'll get some more" evil
IDENTIFY mistaking the colored man, who Is
light mulatto, as his pal"
Where did you get these thingsG" asked
the stranger; and the thief, seeing his mis-
take, STIR ed on a run down Hall strest, in
the direction of Abercorn, pursued by the
colored man, who shouted Justify, Catch
thiefr' Mr.. Oliver Bacon, who had just
got off a car at Apercorn and Hall streets,
met the thief, and, as the latter sought to
pass him, Mr.. Bacon delivered a singing
blow under his ear, which sent him and his
plumber in heap on the sidewalk, but be-
fore he could be grappled with the thief was
up and OFT like a race horse.
Mr.. Bacon, finding that he could not
Overtake him, and wanting to secure the
overcoats and hat, turned back, and, gath
9 ing them up. restored them to the owd-
ers, but Mr. Karow's tile was none the bet
ter for the heavy imprint of the thief's OF,
for he had tram lied all over it in his effort
to get up from where Mr.. Bacon's fist
had sent him.
With the loss of a months salary by Sill
colts embezzement, the congressional
statesman was in no mood to have conf
promised with the rack thief it he had been
caught. The man who worked the hall is
white man, and had white pal, who
made Off down Lincoln street when ne saw
the colored man stop and confront his part
ner. No clew to the thieves has been dis
covarad
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
COLLEGE MEN MOURN H1M.
The University Clubs Action Upon
the Death of Henry W. Grady.

The University Clubs Action Upon
the Death Of Henry W. Grady.
The University Club Of Savannah met
yesterday TO take action concerning the
death Of Henry W. Grady. In common
with all Gsorgians and southerners, the
members Of the club mourn his death. In
the preamble TO the resolutions adopted by
the club is the following:
1--WE win not attempt to place upon his
shroud any tribute Of praise. 1t
is now covered with tributes as
would be that Of no other
Georgian of his generation. His death has
special significance for US because IL IL the
death OF fellow alumnus, OF one who has
honored and distinguished our common
! alma mater as few have, or could. A
graduate after regular A. b. course, for
years a trustee, ever an earnest, enthusiast
tic friend, the University of Georgia always
commanded the best services Of his mighty
pen and eloquent tongue. There was room
in his great heart for everp graduate, and
the humblest aiumnus found in him q
sympathetic friend. As is meet and proper,
therefore, this club resolves:
]. That we recognize in the death of Mr..
Grady calamity to our university, relieved
only by the contemplation that it can yet be
said of him that his works do follow him. }"
These works, in their practical benefit and in
tDeE inspiration, Will survive Tor the constant
upbuilding OF his loved alma mater. Although
dead. he will yet serve her.
2 That page OF our minutes be inscribed to
his memory.
3. That a copy Of this preamble and Of these
resolutions be sent 10 the memorial meeting to
be held in Atlanta on Dec. %.
The resolutions are signed by Samuel B.
Adams, chairman; John Screven, president;
w. 5. Chisholm, Jr., secretary, and ?. w.
Meldrim, Gazaway B. Hartridge, Joh1 r.
Young, and William NJ. Clay, committee.
The resolutions will be presented at the
memorial meeting in Atlanta tomorrow.
Hon. p w. Meldrim expected to attend
the funeral to-day, but he is sick, and his
friends and physician advise him not to
leave Savannah. Mr. Meldrim's peculiar
attachment for Mr. Grady would neces-
sarily make the trip very straining upon
his constitution. Mr. Meldrim re
ceived dispatch yesterday from the At
lanta Chamber OF Commerce, and also one
from Mayor Glenn, inviting MIN TO partici-
late in the memorial services tomorrow as
one Of the speakers. He also re-
ceived a telegram informing HIM of
his appointment as speaker of the
Chi Phi f. aternity tomorrow. Davis Bros.
received a telegram yesterday morning
from S. NJ. 1nman of Atlanta, asking them
to have the most elaborate waiter Of flow
ers procurable sent to MIN In Atlanta, to
decorate the grave of Mr.. Grady. In con-
sequence of the enormous demand for flow
ers this Christmas, though, none of the for
lists were able to furnish the design.
A committee from the University club
will go up to Atlanta tonight to attend tile
memorial services tomorrow.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
A DELIGHTFUL RECEPTION,

AE Which Christmas Eve Passed
Quickly and Pleasantly.
Mr.. and Mrs. George J. Mills gave a very
enjoyable reception last night at their
beautiful home, on Hall street, in honor of
Mss Emma Barksdale Hopkins. The par
lols and hall were handsomely decorated
with evergreens and flowers. the decorations
being so.artistically arranged as to produce
a most charming effect. The large porch
wits enclosed, making an annex to the par
kTs, thus increasing the room for the
& uests and adding to their COM
f'prt. By 10 O'Clock the parlors
We're well filed, nearly all of the young
society people of the city being present.
This time passed quickly in dancing and
con versation. Shortly before midnight a
superb supper was served. After
supper the german was danced.
Many of the toilets of the ladies
wers noticeable for their beauty. Miss
Hop kins, vino is one of the most lovely and
popa liar ladies Of Savannah's social world,
looV ed so carefully after the welfare of her
friei IDS that they could hardly have failed to
have q pleasant evening
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
AGENT KINGS XMAS PRESENT.
The q. z. and WIS Freight Agent Re-
ceives a Beautiful Gift.


Freight Agent W. s King Of the Savan-
nah, Florida and Western railway was
presented a magnificent silver service last
night at o'ciock by the employees in the
freight department. Mr.. King was kept in
ignorance of what the employees had for
him, and when he was escorted upon q
platform erected in the lower end of the
she'd it was seen that he was deeply affected.
Foreman of Labor Stafford was master
Of ceremonies, and drew the freight men,
numbering over 80 In lines on either
side of the platform where the silver was
under cover, Foreman Stafford informed
Mr.. King that be was wanted in the lower
part Of the building just as the days labor
was closed. Mr.. King accompanied the
foreman to the place where the presentation
was TO be made. AS he passed along down
the shed the employees on either side ap-
plauded him. Assistant Agent Habersham
in an earnest ami feeling speech presented
the token Of esteem and respect Of the men
in the freight department..
Mr.. King looked at the service as it was
uncovered. any friends" he said, turn
ing and looking upon his employees, there
is an expression now in common use which
meets my case. 1t ia knocked out /
believe 1t had its origin in prize ring,
when a combatant is knocked senseless
1 mad that an In that
condition. Not whipped or overcome,
or knocked senssless il the natural sense,
but overcome by the kind feeling which you
have so generously expressed in this man
ner. l don't know what can say. Men
who are adler taan l bave attempted to
portray the emotions of the heart, but they
have each time failed, and it is, therefore,
useless for me to attempt it. All that can
say is that / thank you heartily for this
kind remembrance. In thanking you / wish
you merry Christmas, and l trust that
your hearts may be made as grateful and
happy as mine IS tonight"
When Mr.. King concluded, the employees
applauded loudly. Mr.. King has been con-
nected with the Savannah, Florida and
Western railway for the last twenty-three
years. and for the last eight years he has
been freight agent of the company. He has
been kind to all Of the men, and they esteem
him alike, from the lowest employee to the
heads of departments.
The service cost $50. In the waiter are
SIX silver pieces, consisting Of tea and coffee
pots, milk pitcher, sugar bowl, finger. bowl,
and "sifter.p The pieces are heavy re-
pousss and gold lined. In the bottom of
the waiter is the inscription
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
CHRISTMAS OUT OF TOWN.
Christmas Trees and Hops at Guytor
and NARROW.

and NARROW.
Guytonians will celebrate Christmas by
fantastic parade during the day and with
fireworks and q hop at night. A brass
band from Savannah has been engaged for
the occasion, and it is expected that all
Guyton will turn out to do honor to the
event. Capt A. A. VIM, who has been
selected marshal of the dav, has appointed
as aides Mr. Hamp Griner, L. L. Cubbedge,
and Willie Nell
The Baptist church at Guyton treated the
Sunday school scholars to a rare treat last
night The world renowned Christ mas tree
was the center Of attraction, aud the little
ones, with their parents, were out in force
to make the occasion pleasant incident in
the history of the church. The tree wal
fairly loaded down with the nice things con-
tributed by Santa Claus, and as each mama
was called out a nice present was given the
happy respondent.
At the Methodist church Supt. Bird had
the little ones assembled, and with vocal
and instrumental music and other appro--
pirate exercises engaged their attention.
The people Of NARROW, who are ever alive
to the interest of their little town, have ar
ranged Christmas tree and service for to-
night. The little ones will be well provided
for, since 1t Is stated that this tree will con-
tain some very handsome presents for the
young people In addition TO these festivi-
ties tonight, the young people of NARROW
propose having hop ON Friday night, which
will be attended by people from Savannah,
Guyton, and surrounding country.
One of the events OF the holidays &C.
CURED on the Millen accommodation last
evening. The regular patrons of the train,
approaching the untiring efforts of Con-
ductor Frank Beril and Engineer James
Moore, conceived the idea of testifying
their appreciation by making each a
gift. Conductor Devil was presented
a handsome clock, while Engineer
Moore received a handsome gift. Mr.
Clark Wright, in fehcitous speech, made
the presentation on behalf of the patrons Of
the train, which took the happy recipients
by surprise. These officials are worthy,
and deserve well of the public.
Johnnie Shearouse, agent at Eden No. 2,
has been transferred to Guyton to succeed
the recent appointee, Mr.. S. K. Mcdonald,
who has occupied the position only few
days. Mr.. Shearouse is Guyton boy, and
will fill the place acceptably to the road
ond the public.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
THE WILD WEST IN TOWN.
Stowe Bros Shows TO Give Their
First Performance To-Day.

Stowe Bros Shows 70 Give Their
First Performance To-Day.
The first exhibition of Stowe Bros shows
win be given this afternoon, on the grounds
at Anderson and Abercorn streets. The
Stowe show presents, in addition to the
usual circus performances, an interesting
Wild West" exhibition. Among the In
dams travelling with it are Chief Running
Deer. Split Bark, and Red Shirt, the noted
aborigines, who accompanied Buffalo Bill
to London. The street parade will be made
through the principal streets this morning.
and this afternoon from the show grounds
the balloon ascension and parachute leap
win be made. The show will remain the
balance Of the week, exhibiting daily at
popular prices.
This is how the Macon TeIeoraph in
dorses 1t IN a recent issue: "Stowe Bros,
show attracted a crowded house yesterday.
SO great was the crush that the manage
ment was compelled to close its doors. 1t
Is by long ODDS the best show that has ever
been seen here. The Indians and cowboys,
In their interesting performance, are alone
worth the price OF admission"
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
Something for the New Year.

Tn world renowned success of Hostetter's
Ston ach Bitters, and their continued popu-
larity for over third of century as q stom-
acffic is scarcely more wonderful than the vel
come that greets the annual appearance of Hos
tette-' Almanac This valuable medical trea-
rise is published by the Hostetter Company,
Pttst urg, Pa, under their own immediate su-
perva ion, employing sixty hands in that de-
partn ent. Tney are running about eleven
month ia the year on this work, and the issue
of saIH for 1890 will not be less than 10000 0O0
prlnUes in the English, German, French, Welsh
Norw sian, Swedish, Holland, Bohemian and
Spanisi languages Refer to copy of it for
valua bi 9 and interesting reading concerning
health. and numerous testimonials as to the
eficai ~ of Hostetter's Stomach Bitters, amuse-
ment, VI lried information astronomical calcula-
lions, an chronological items, ETC., which can
be de pen ded on for correctness. TIE Almanac
for Is DO an be obtained free OF cost from drug
gusts and general country dealers in all parts Of
she Is lgn1 y.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25

A new lot of Lamps, all kinds, fine line
Brass Fire Sets, Fire Dogs and Tenders.
Coal Vases and Plate Warmers, second
lot.
Rodgers English Cutlery, Carving Sets,
etc. Sitver Plated Ware, Forks and Spoons
Sets.
Dinner, Chamber, Tea, Fish, Game,
Salad, Ice Cream. Examine our rich Cut
Glass. Large variety of Art Pottery,
English. French, German, japanese and
American.
Dolls and Toy Tea Sets at reduced prices.
Plush ID essing Cases cheap. Our sale of
Dinner, Tea, and Chamber Sets has been
large, but we have lots left, which will be
sold at popular prices. Don't fail to see
Silva's stock on lower and upper floors.
140 Broughton street.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
Address Circus and Menagerie.

Andress' circus and menagerie, at the
circus grounds opposite the Belt Line
bridge, has one Of the best popular price
tent entertainments that has ever been
given In Savannah. Every feature is good.
The circus acts are excellent, and the
menagerie has ell the attractions that are
to be seen in any well regulated menagerie.
The show is equal to aim st any 5O-cent
olrcus that has been in Savannah in the
last three OF four years.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
Death of Mrs. Margaret Eisenbrey.

Hon. Philip NJ. Russell received dis
patch yesterday from John L. Clawson of
Philadelphia, announcing the death of Mr..
Clawson's mother-in-law, Mrs. Margaret
Eisenbrey, wife of William Eisenbrey, G
retired merchant of that city. The de-
ceased, who was in her SD year, took sud-
denly i'll last Sunday, and died yesterday
morning at her residence, No. 1906 South
Logan square.
Mrs. Eisenbrey was well known in
Hebrew circles in this city, and was a
sister of Mrs. Elizabeth Russell, the first
wife of Hon. P. M. Russell. Mrs. Essen
brey was also the sister of Mrs. Sarah j.
Woodfeld of this city, and had large family
connections here.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
4 Duel Witb WAGON whins.

Two colored men attracted quite a crowd
at West Broad and Stewart streets yester-
day by "lapjack" duel with long wagon
whips, which had keen, plated crackers,
and which cracked like rifles as they were
vigorously piled upon the legs of the con.
testants. The contest lasted for fully five
minutes, when one satisfied With punish
! nent from the singing lash reiterated pre-
Q pitately, amid the shouts and ieers of fully
Il 10 colored witnesses.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
a SEASON OF THICK FOES.
Travel and Traffic Seriously Delayed
by Them.

Travel and Traffic SERIOUSLY Delayed
by Them.
The fogs which have been prevalent
along the North Atlantic seaboard for the
past two weeks. and which enveloped New
York one day last week in gloom as i'm
penetrable as London fog, have extended
as far south as the peninsula OF Florida.
Here in Savannah the fog has begun to rise
about mid light, and with varying density,
if not dispelled by the wind, becomes SO i'm
penetrable to light that ia the early hours
Of the morning the town lights are not dis
tinguishable, and objects cannot be dis
cerned at ten PAGES Many of the collisions
on the railways of the Atlantic coast during
the prevalence Of the fogs are traced to this
causa
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
DRY GOODS.
CROHAN & BOOMERS,
1877 BROUGHTON st.
HANDKERCHIEF DEPARTMENT.

TN THE selecting of our Handkerchiefs for the
l. holiday trade this season, we have, by far,
surpassed all previous efforts. Limited space
for6ids complete description of our large and
varied assortment of ladies' and gentlemen s
White and Coored Bordered Linen and SILK
Hemmed-stitched Handkerchief including a
choice assortment of White and Colored Silk
Mutfiers. and chill lrens White and Colored
Bordered, all Linen, Handkerchiefs in fancy
imported boxes An inspection of these elegant
goods and the following useful Holiday gifts, is
respectfully solicited
Children's Colored Silk Plush Persian and
White Embroidered Caps.
Ladies and Gentlemens all Linen Collars and
Cuffs
Ladies' and Gentlemen's fine Imported Hos
iery.
Childrens and Misses fine fast Black Hosiery.
Twins Celebrated Kid Gloves for ladies and
gentlemen in Blacks, Tans, Browns Grays and
Evening Shades, in all sizes.
Gentlemen's feeced line Fur Top Kid Gloves.
Colgate's Extracts and Perfumery.
Puritan Gloria and all silk Umbrellas in the
very latest styles of Sterling Silver, Oxidized
and Gold Mouated Handles.
A handsome line just received of "a and e6.
inch Mourning Parasols, at popular prices.
GkQHAN AZ QQQNER
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
Held for Attempted murder.

In the mayors court yesterday morning
Willie Moore (coiored) was turned over to
the superior court charged with assault
with intent to murder. Moore is alleged to
have discharged his pistol at John Graham
lcolored) in yard on Farm street shortly
before midnixht Monday.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
Turkeys, Geese, and Ducks at Logan's
The Marshall House

The Marshall house in this city is now
under the personal management of Mr.. M.
L. Harnett. 1t is replete with oil modern
improvements, electric bells, electric lights,
and newly furnished throughout. Rates
have been reduced to 50, SO so and So per
day. M. L. HARNETT g. Co.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
Prof. Lang's Lecture at Guvton.

Prof. Lang delivered an address at the
Methodist church at Guyton Monday night
ON the subject of Christian education. The
near approach of the holidays, several I'm
portant local meetings, together with the
limited notice given the public, caused
many Of the citizens of Guyton to be absent.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1889-12-25
Too Anxious for hristmas.

1t cost Ann Eliza Foster. a colored
woman, hilarious over the prospect of
Christmas being only day distant, S. or
ten days, for firing off Roman candle in
the street Monday night
The mayor assessed penalties against six
drunk and disorderly defendants yesterday
morning, which aggregate $40 or so days.