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The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
G. M. Gilbert & Co.

The above concern was originally estab-
lished in this city in 1898 by H. ]. Gilbert,
the father Of the present proprietors. The
general grocery business heretofore done by
them has lately been given up that they
might coufiDe their trade entirely to
- their specialties. They import largely
Rio coffee, Liverpool salt, Cuba molasseS,
and arrow cotton ties, thus making Savan-
nah headquarters for these articles. They
have an extensive steam coffee roasting
establishment, with the latest improve
ments, and have just put in machinery that
takes out stones and nails from the coffee,
all OF which is in charge Of a man of long
experience IN that line. They also do a
general storage business at the Dnckworth
warehouse, which they own. Mr.. Andrew
McGrael, the superintendent, Is well-known
here In that busiuess ever since the war. In
these imports this firm has built up large
trade, and they are prepared to fill all
orders.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
McDonough 81 Co.

The firm whose name heads this notice is
one of the most enterprising that can be
found in the south. 1t controls n immense
output Of timber and lumber, and makes a
speciality Of supplying builders, contractors
and others with everything required in the
form Of woods. In southern pine they have
square timber. scantiing, flooring, joists,
ceiling, Notwithstanding trough or dresssd),
laths, ETC. They also carry a stock of
white pine, poplar, redwood, cherry, maple
and oak Their factory is one of the best
equipped in this section, and they keep on
hand, or make to order, window and door
frames, inside finish, regular and odd-sized
sashes, blinds and doors. Thy oan COM
pete with any factory In the world in quality
and price. Orders from abroad or at home
will receive prompt attention. Office and
factory Wheaton street. foot of Liberty.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
Guilrn artin 81 Mehrtens.

Savannah has so many beautiful drives
so many avenues Of pleasure, that it is no
wonder that Messrs. Guilmartin & Mehr-
tens take such pride in their stables. They
have the largest stables In the south. They
have five acres in mule pens and lots, and
are exceptionally well prepared to take care
mule pens, which hold fifteen mules to the
pen. Stalls or pens to rent There is some
thing fascinating about fine horses, and
Messrs. Guilmartin & Mehrtens know 1t.
and keep stock that move in style. Those
who have work mules or valuable horses
and want them well cared for, should con-
suit with these gentlemen. Their terms are
low, and their facilities unsurpassed. See
advertisement.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
SAVANNAH'S MERCHANTS.
TEE SLOWING THEY MAKE TO
THEIR CUSTOMERS.

Facts for the Business World-New
Business Houses, and Old Ones
Which Steadily Grow in Favor
Many Things Which the Interior
Merchants Desire to Know - What
the City Has to Offer IN the Way Of
Trade-Inducements Which Promise
to Make Savannah the Great Mar
ket OF the south.
Savannah is proud of her merchants, and
reasonably so. While they are conserva-
tive they are energetic and progressive.
They are prosperous, and their prosperity
rests upon a very solid foundation They
have helped greatly to make Savannah
what she ia thriving and growing city.
They are rated high in the commercial
agencies, but not higher than they deserve.
They are known for fair dealing, and their
customers place implicit confidence in
them.
Many of them appear IN the advertising
columns Of the MORNING News to-day.
They know the value Of advertising, par
ticularly in newspaper that had an estao-
iished reputation and large circulation. They
have something 10 sell, and they want the
world to know it. They feel that the mer-
chants of no other city in the state can
compete successfully with them In the terri
tory which legitimately belongs to them.
and the desire that fact to be widely
known
A glance at the advertising columns OF
the MORNING News to-day shows that
Savannah has a good many kinds Of bust
ness, and that all kinds are in very -four
ishing condition. Interior merchants of
Georgia and Florida have no occasion to go
to New YORK to replenish their socks. They
can do as well here in Savannah as in that
market, and those who deal with the retail
merchants have no ground for complaint,
for prices Of all the necessaries OF life, and
even the luxuries, are as low here as else
where.
The merchants of Savannah are doing
well. OF course they are. They are attend
ing to business, and while they are building
up their own fortunes they are helping to
build up the city. They are in harmony
with the up-buiding spirit which has taken
possession OF the south, and whoever deals
with them will find that they will get the
worth Of their money. The advertising
columns Of the MORNING NEWS to-day are
well worth reading They tell Of prosper
Gus merchants, growing city, and hope
get pretty good idea of Savannah's bust
ness let him read to-day's issue Of the
MORNING NEWS
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
J, q. Furber.

Everybody in Savannah recognizes the
celebrity of this house. 1t is noted bakery
and confectionery, and its psrlors are a re-
sort for those seeking the refreshing cool
pess OF ice cream. Mr.. FUrber has been a
general coufectioner for twelve years and
nas reduced the business to fine art. He
Is ready ct all times TO serve wedding
Ieasts, private suppers or public dinners.
BY industry and thrift Mr.. Furoer has
accumulated wealth. He owns the p int
house at Tybee, a splendid farm Of 5000
acres, and is a director OF the Title Guar
antee Bank, aud also of the Equitable
Building and Loan Association. Mr.. Fur
bar Is a gentleman Of agreeable manners
and has strong hold upon those who deal
with him.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
a. r. kaufman.

Mr.. kaufman can DO found at No. JEFF
ferson and 1855 Bryan streets. AS is known,
he was burned out, but nothing daunted he
is himself again. and offers to the public
harness. saddles, etc. Mr.. kaufman is one
OF Savannahs enterprising, sef-made young
men, whose success In business reflects great
credit upon him. From the humblest Begin
nings he has, by untiring industry, skill and
integrity, established quite an extensive
trade in the harness and saddlery business.
He manufactures harness, saddles, brides,
etc., using only the best material and pro-
ducing work second to none. He Is ready
also to do all kinds of repairing in his line
at short notice. See advertisement.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
J. P. Williams 81 Co.

This well-known firm are general COM
mission merchants, naval stores and cotton
factors. They keep always on hand an ex-
tensive stock of grain, hay, flour, provis-
ions, coffee. sugar, rice, tobacco, meal and
grits, hoop iron, batting, glue, barrels,
tools and groceries in general. They make
liberal advances on consignments, and are
prepared to fill all orders in the above lines
Of goods with promptness and at the lowest
market prices. They furnish special quota
tions on carload lots of grain, -four, hay,
etc. Orders for bagging and ties are also
filed with dispatch, and at the lowest
figures. They have unsurpassed facilities
for the transaction Of any business in their
lines. ~
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
NJ. M. Sullivan 81 Son.

This firm was established In 1858. They
go upon the principle that the stomach is
the seat of the affections Hence they cater
to the inner man. As will be observed bv
their card, M. NJ. Sullivan & Son, veteran
fishermen, continue to catch and gather
from every available source the finest fish
and oysters, which are packed carefully in
ice and sent to all parts OF the country.
north aud south. Their arrangements are
SO complete that it is seldom that our citi-
zens or those of the interior fail to be sup.
piled. These gentlemen explore the sea to
supply their fish depot In Savannah. They
have fishery at Punta Gorda, Fla, which
is one Of the best on the Atlantic coast.
They furnish game and fruit and vegeta-
bles for the housekeeper, and give their
personal attention to all shipments.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
Neidlin9er & Rabun.

AT 156 st. Julian, and 15s Bryan streets.
the firm Of Neidlinger & Rabun handle in
large quantities saddles, harness, betting.
trunks, travelling bags, etc. TIE firm is one
OF the fixtures OF Savannah, and numbers
Its customers by the hundreds. Perfectly
reliable aud full Of business, orders placed
with them always meet with prompt atten-
ton and correct filling They handle great
Quantities of goods in their line, and have
the benefit of prices obtained thereby, an
advantage Of which their customers receive
the benefit. This firm keep large supply
of seal ion and bull neck leather for. gin
rollers, etc.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
The Old Reliable Penn Mutual.

Everybody believes in insurance that in
sures. We want protection that protects.
The Penn Mutual has beautiful business
in Savannah written during the last few
years by their reliable agent, Mr.. Julian
Schley. The policies Of the company give
ss ecial satisfaction, owing to their sim
pliclty, large dividends and absolute incon-
feasibility, the large dividends aiding one in
carrying more insurance than is possible In
any other company. Its general mutual
qualities, fair dealings and extension and
loan features, not written in Savannah by
other companies commend 1t to every one.
The company loaned the Odd Fellows build
ing committee $50, 900 to rebuild their hall,
showing the confidence they have In Savan-
nah and its people. The Penn Mutual is
gaining hosts Of friends in Savannah and
deserves q large patronage.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
Novelty iron Works.

Among the enterprises of Savannah the
Novelty Iron Works take high rank. The
proprietor is Mr.. John Rourke, sterling
citizen. He is ready to send you anything
from gaspipe to a steam engine. Every
thing is on a move around Mr.. Rourke He
does not know how to get tired, but he does
know how to make his business hum, and
his place is always full of life and vim. 1t
would make lazy man energetic to spend
a few hours about this establishment. The
Novelty works turn out the best of every
thing made of iron, and nothing shoddy is
allowed to leave the place. Sugar mills and
pans are q speciality at Mr.. Rourke's estab-
lishment See his advertisement
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
George w. Parish.

George W. Parish, Nos. 1913 and 195 st.
Julian street, and 200 and 2O4 Congress
street, is headquarters for sugar mills and
pans, engines, plows and other agricultural
implements. Mr.. Parish makes a spec lalty
Of sugar mills and pans. He is also agent
for Frick & Co.'S Eclipse" engines, saw
mills, cotton gins, and Wood, labor e.
Morse's engines and also boilers; Massey's,
the Horne" Whitney's, the "Pl att" and
"Eclipsen gins. Mccormick mowers and
reapers, Johnston mowers, and Reufus &
Clark's cutaway harrows. All orders to
him will be promptly filed with the least
delay possible. Now is the time to buy
your sugar mills and evaporating pans.
and no better than the Parish goods can
be found.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
Smith Brothers

Deal exclusively in WHISTLES, tobaccos and
cigars. They carry an immense stock and
command an extensive trade. Buyers will
be pleased with their goods They are
agents for the celebrated Hoffman House
cigar. Affable and polite, they will be
pleased to greet their friends at 143 Bay
street. With ample facilities for the trade,
they solicit orders from abroad. The Smith
Brothers are experienced wholesale mer-
chants and know all about good liquors, fine
cigars and tobaccos. See their advertise
ment.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
M. LAWNS Estate.

For thirty-seven years this firm has en-
joyed the enviable distinction of selling the
finest imported wines. liquors, cordials,
ales, porter, ginger ale, etc. They also
handle the domestic goods, but charge for
them only what they are worth, as they are
building up large jug trade. This firm
are large holders Of imported liquors and
domestic rye WHISTLES in bond, and their
excellence is known to connoisseurs. Those
needing stimulants or tones of any kind for
medicinal purposes can find pure brands at
LAWNS Estate, 45 East Broad.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
The Southern Bank.

The Southern Bank of the State of
Georgia has had a phenomenal success. 1t
was started in 1870, and though 1t has paid
regular dividends it has accumulated sur
plus equal to its capital, namely, $500, OOO
Probably no business institution in the
country away from the great money centers
can show such a record. 1t has a savings
department that has been the means If en-
couraging thousands Of people to save their
earnings, and thus added much to the GEN
eral prosperity of the community. Capt.
John Flannery, one Of Savannah's most
prosperous merchants, is president of the
bank. Mr.. Horace A. Crane is vice presi-
dent and Mr.. James Sullivan cashier. Mr..
Crane is one Of the most careful and atten-
tive bank officers in the city, and Mr.. Sulli-
van has few, If any, superiors in the posi-
ton he occupies.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
Thomas West 81 Co.

Thomas West & Co. are importing re-
tailers. Their establishment is aptly styled
China Palace" because of the surprising
beauty of its wares. This glass
house" of theirs is fun of
pretty things and fancy articles, COW
ering every variety of glassware, fine i'm
ported china and recherche novelties. This
firm are receiving their importations all the
time, and the most fastidious taste will be
suited here. They have a wonderful variety
OF goods In their stock, and those seeking
wedding and holiday presents can find them
here. Here are also housefurnishing goods,
and the housakeeper can find every con.
venienience needed for the kitchen and din
ing-room. The firm has been established
eighteen years, and has built up a most
hourishing trade, wholesale aud retail.
Some are not at home In a china shop, but
the gentlemen OF this firm are in their ele-
ment, and are to the manor born. Call and
see them.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
DR.. B. r. Ulmer

Has his pharmacy at II Broughton street.
A visit to his laboratory shows that it is
well appointed and supplied with all the
appurtenances for compounding medicines.
DR.. Ulmer is a graduate of medicine and
pharmacy. He has been a pharmacist for
thirty years. he sells several proprietary
preparations. In this Trade Review he
calls special attention to his celebrated liver
corrector, on which he was awarded the sill
yer medal at the state fair in Macon in 1875,
and at the South Georgia agricultural talr
at Thomasville in 1875. See his ad.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
The Council Tool Company.

MesSrs Ellis, Young 81 Co. are the
agents for this company. and will take
pleasure in giving all information con-
cering them. The turpentine business is a
vast one. and Savannah receives more
naval stores than any other seaport in the
world, aud the Council Tool Co. can
supply all Of SavanEahls naval stores
customers with all the nipple nents they
want The tools turned out by the Council
Tool Co. are made Of the finest grades
of steel, given the proper temper, shaped
after the most approved fashion, and are
sold under a strict guarantee to be just as
represented The fact that the goods are
handled by Messrs. Ellis, Young & Co. is a
sufficient guarantee within ITSELF that
they are OF the best quality, which will go
far with the people who do business with
Savannah An examination Of their
goods and prices will be of benefit to those
who may be In present or prospective
need of turpentine tools. The company
makes specially Of packers, pullers, scrap
ers and clippers, and make all other tools
needed in the turpentine trade, all made in
the most convenient shapes and sizes, and
of the best material to be had.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
]. W. Teeple 81 90.

We call attention to this large furniture
house. They have added two more rooms
to their extensive establishment Their
stock is very large. They will sell on the in-
stallment plan. They carry a full line of
Competing and hollow and tinware, such as
stoves, crockery, lamps, etc. It is their
boast that at the shortest notice they can
furnish an empty house from garnet to
cellar with every article of the cosiest de-
scription needed by young couple who are
about to begin life on their own nook. One
feature in their business is the selling of
goods on the installment plan. In this way
young housekeepers can gradually furnish
their homes almost without feeling the cost
In connection with their business they have
also recently established a mattress factory,
and furnish excellent beds to all that need
them at reasonable figures. They are also
agents for the celebrated Wheeler & Wilson
and Standard sewing machines. The sew
ing machine department is elegantly fitted
up and ladies are invited to call.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05

work is mostly standard eastern manufact-
ure, aud Is guaranteed 10 stand Among
the styles will be found some OF
the reliable New Haven and Con-
cord work. open and top buggies,
spring wagons, rockaways, caoriOlets,
phaetons, etc. For the next thirty days
some one is going to get these Jobs mighty
low. First come first choice. This spe-
cial sale has no reference TO their regular
lines Of goods, with which their Immense re-
positories at Bay and Montgomery streets
are now filed. They are making quite a
run on their Forest City grade Of road carts
and open and top buggiss, which 1t will pay
dealers to write them about The
officers of this company are all push
ing and reliable business men, whom SaVan-
nan is prou Of and buyers can always
feel assured of proper treatment in their
dealings with this firm. The MORNING
News adds this recommendation from their
own business transactions with the Savan-
nah Carriage and Wagon Company.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
". Inman Miller.

This pleasant business man can still be
found at his old stand on the Bay. He has
a most extensive trade in poultry, eggs,
rice, hides, and other country produce. Mr..
Miller gives personal supervision to his
business, and draws his supplies from a
large area of country. Much of his best
poultry comes from Tennessee. His prices
are as low as the market will justify. He is
also agent for the best egg cases made, and
for patent wire coops. mir. Miller has been
in the commission business fourteen years,
and has the confidence of those who deal
with him. No. 1907 Bay street.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
Palmer Hardward Companv.

This company is the successor of the
Palmer Bros, CT, to put it differently, the
Palmer Bros have merged into the Palmer
Hardware Company. The Palmer Bros.
are we'll known as hardware men. For
many years they sold hardware and agri-
cultural implements to the country con-
tiguous to Savannah. The new company
has broader field. They have entered it
to stay. Their present stock is very full
and complete. They have for sale fine guns
and rifles and sporting goods. and rubber
and leather betting and Dixie "Boy" plows
and woodenware Of all descriptions These
gentlemen are reliable and noted for honest
dealing. Send in your orders.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
E. ]. Kennedy.

E. J. Kennedy, tailor and importer, es-
tablished himself here in 1868. He chose
the tailoring profession because mankind
are so fond of good clothes. Mr.. Kennedy
is knight of the needle and knows how to
please the tastes Of those who love good
clothes. He has a fine line OF all sorts of
woolens, trouserings, Scotch and Irish
goods. fancy vestings, etc. He is ready to
take your measure and put on you a we'll
made, well-6tting suit.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
AImont stables

Are managed by MIR. John C. DeMartin
He has always on hand stylish horses and
buggies to let. He understands his bust
ness, and whoever patronizes his stables will
be well pleased. Special attention given to
boarding horses. Mr. DeMartin can be
found at SO Congress street. Those who
wish pleasure drive to be freed from the
dust and heat of the city, will do we'll to
give him q call. Telephone 3OS.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05

original firm was Henry Woods & Co.,
and was established II 1866.
In 1874 Mr.. Henry Woods re-
retired and Mr.. Clayton r. Woods became
tie senior Of the firm of Woods & Co. The
firm is now very strong one. 1t is amply
able to enter the field as a formidable COM
petitor. They propose to handle their share
OF the cotton that comes to Savannah, and
20 give prompt attention TO all bus mess
entrusted to them. Liberal advances made
on consignments Of cotton.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
M. Y. Henderson

General commission merchant on Bay
street, is cotton and rice factor. He pays
the highest cash prices for wool, hides, deer
skins, etc. He is most eligibly located, his
river wharves. or large experience in
business, he asks for consignments. Mr..
Henderson is business man He knows
how to get the best prices for what he has to
sell. He handles large quantities of goods ia
his line and will please his customers. See
his adj.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
g. W. Branch.

Mr.. Branch is no stranger to the public.
As fancy grocer he stands first class He
buys the best for his customers While he
grocery, he makes specialties of fine wines
and teas. Among his fine liquors is the old
Wilson whisky. noted for its age. Mr.
Branch is well known and needs no intro
duction. Il is also well known that he i'm
ports his own wines and teas.-
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
Malcolm Maclean g. Co.

The members of this firm are well-known.
Mr.. Maclean has been in the cotton business
for thirty-two years, and his partner, Mr..
They understand handling cotton They
have plenty Of money and are liberal in ad-
vances. They are noted for promptness,
honesty, integrity and urbanity, and they
possess the confidence of the business public.
They make good sales and prompt returns.
They have warm greeting. for their
friends who visit Savannah.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
MCMILLAN Bros, Lib srty Street.

Are the proprietors of the Southern Copper
Works. This mammoth establishment is
the principal mandatory in the south of
turpentine and liquor stills. The proprietors
are intelligent men, full of pluck and en-
ergy, and have by their enterprise and in
dustry built up large aud lucrative bust
ness. They are prepared DO do all kinds of
brass work and repairs at short notice and
In the best style. Their business for the past
year has largely increased and no concern
In the south turns out as many turpentine
stills. All work guaranteed. Encourage
home industry by patronizing them. See
the large advertisement elsewhere
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-09-05
j. ]. JOVca.

No one rejoices more than this gentleman
in furnishing to Others the good things of
this life. His market is corner of Liberty
and Abercorn, and buyers of meats will do
we'll 10 investigate the goods and prices.
His market is we'll kept in every particular,
ana he has now on sale the finest quality of
New York mutton, the best beef. and will
carry during the season all kinds OF game
and delicacies. Mr.. Joyce is one of Savan-
nah's most enterprising young citizens.