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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1890-08-06
Illinois Village Burned.

The business portion of the village of
Walnut, ILL.,, was swept by fire early on
the morning of the 31st, fiftysix build
ings being destroyed. Sixteen families
are homeless. The losses aggregate
1925, 600, with insurance $4,000. The
fire started in a building occupied as a
pool-room, and as all the buildings on
the street were frame and high gale
blowing the fire was soon beyond -uoo
troll
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1890-08-06
Took a Tumble.

While number of heavily loaded
teams were crossing the viaduct at Kan
sas City on the 30th, the Missouri end
gave way, precipitating men, horses and
wagons to the ground, twenty feet be-
low Michael Miller was killed and
VIM. Arthur badly injured.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1890-08-06
Big Gold or Big Lie.

An Ishpeming, Mich, dispatch of the
31st says: A very rich strike of gold
bearing quartz was made this afternoon
at the Peninsula mine, seven miles
northwest of here. The quartz carried
nuggets of free gold, some of which are
as large as a pea The Michigan gold
mine has also struck pocket Of very
rich rock within the past few days.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1890-08-06
SARAH ALTHEA NOT A WIFE

Decision that She Has No Claim the
Sharon Estate.
SAN FRANCISCO, Cal, Aug. 2.-Mrs.
Sarah Althea Terry had re-trial of her
case against the estate of Senator
Sharon in the superior court, and
Judge Shafter yesterday rendered de-
cision holding that the so-called mar
riage contract was a forgery, that she
never had been married to Sharon, and
had no claim whatever upon the Sharon
estate
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1890-08-06
Too Much Wet.

The Salzach River, in Austria, has
overfiowed its banks and inundated the
surrounding country. The railway sta
ton at Bischofshofen is flooded. Many
persons along the line of the river have
been drowned and their houses de-
strOVed
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1890-08-06
Wheat Harvest in Russia.

An official report states that the wheat
harvest in the southwest provinces of
Russia shows deterioration in quality.
The prospects for summer and winter
cereals in other districts are very good.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1890-08-06
GUATEMALA CALLS A HALT
Temporary Cessation of Hosti1ities in
South America.

South America.
La L1BERTAD, San Salvador, Aug. l,
via Observation-Disclosures with
the interior of San Salvador has been
restored. Advices from the capital Of
the republic state that Gen. Antonio
Ezeta was ordered from the frontier
with about 1900 men immediately upon
the outbreak of the revolt headed by
Gen. Rivas. Gen. Ezeta FASTENED With
ali speed to the capital Gen. Rivas'
forces had captured the artillery bar
racks; but the few troops in charge had
fought desperately before they sur
rendered. The Indians then pillaged
several houses and a panic ensucd.
Rivas' forces were finally defeated, and
peace was restored. It is stated that
iautemala has withdrawn her forces
rom the frontier, and that all is quiet
at present. There is no Geographic
communication with Guatemala.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1890-08-06
WATERFOWL. WIS.
GREAT CARD FOR LADY DUNLO

The Winner of the Divorce Case to Star
as Venus
LONDON, Aug. 2.-Lord Dunlo, who
was unsuccessful in his efforts to secure
a divorce from his wife, has had an in
terview with Lady Dunlo since the ter
minatlon of the trial of his suit, and a
reconciliation has been effected. Lady
Dunlo will make tour of the prov
inces, appearing in the character of
XRnI1S
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1890-08-06
NEWS IN BRIEF.
Mine Disaster IN France.

An explosion OF fre-damp occurred
in the Pelissier pit at St. Etienne,
France, on the 29th. It is reported
that 100 men were killed and thirty
five injured.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1890-08-06
Who Is Her Husband?

A Washington dispatch of the 29th
says: The family of Admiral Porter are
casting longing eyes in the direction of
Chicago just now. Miss Lille B. Porter,
grandniece of Admiral Porter, left
home, lately, saying she was going to a
matinee, and later sent note saying
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1890-08-06
The Main Line Free.

The Pennsylvania. Railroad Company,
on the 3lst, paid the last installment on
account of the purchase of the main
line of its road from the state of Penn
svlvania The check was filled out for
$685., 654 "a "a, which includes the interest.
The main line of the road was pur-
chased from the state in 1857 for some
thing over 81 100000, and the railroad
stipulated to pay for it in yearly install
ments of S460,000. The last lnstallment
falls due tomorrow, and by the pay
ment Of this balance the railroad COM
pany gains clear title to the property.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1890-08-06
Big Fire at East Saginaw.

A disastrous fire started in the Jum-
Der yard of Owen Hutchinson & Co., in
the northern part of the city of East
Saginaw, Mich, about noon on the 29th,
which communicated to the planning
mill and lumber yard of II. B. Nease,
Son & Co., and thence to the lum-
Der yard Of John G. Owen, and
the saw-mill, salt block and lumber yard
at Brown & Ryan, all of which were to-
tally destroyed. Losses, including
planning mill, saw mill, two salt blocks,
four drill houses, 1900 barrels of salt,
$4,000, 900 feet Of lumber, ten dwelling
houses, $1,000 cords stove wood, and
other property, also siXtysix railroad
cars valued at $4,000. Total loss, $780,
600. Total insurance, S1S5, 900.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
The Washington Life,s Plan.

The Washington Life Insurance Company
of New York, of which John Sullivan &
Co. are agents, writes installment endow-
ment policies, guaranteeing to the insured
the payment of from $500 to SIS, 900 in cash
at the end of ten years, and similar sums
each subsequent period of ten years. These
policies, which are for terms of twenty and
thirty years, furnish insurance for
81, ZOO to $4,000, and carry
annual non-forfetable cash dividends.
An installment endowment may be sur
rendered while in force after three years.
for as many tenth parts of the amount OF
the policy as there have been full years
premiums paid. For instance, a policy
for $4,000 after five years from
the beginning of any ten-year
period may be surrendered for a
paid-up policy for $4,000, which would
enUtle the holder to 81, 800 at the end of the
ten-year period if living, or SIS, 900 in the
event of his dying before the completed
period. The Installment Endowment has
ample provision for its protection.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
Kept Their Secrets.
From The Ne,e York Star.

FROM tfe AetC IOTH star.
MY wife told me good story recently"
said a prominent Mason to me. my nex.-
door neighbor, VINO is a big, good-natured
fellow, full of fun aud taking life easy, was
to take the first degree in our lodge one
evening, and his wife knew both of his in
tentlon and the evening set for its execution,
and, from pure love of him and fear for
his safety, was awfully opposed
to his joining. He wanted
clean underwear that evening,
and the bureau drawers being locked and
KEYS missing, asked her for it, He might
as well have asked for her life; so he had to
Guy suit. Next morning she was in to see
ity had taken the place of anger. Pom my
word, Mrs S. said she, excitedly, L can't
lind mark on them. I've searched his
drawers and shirt all over, and there's no
break in 'em, or patch on 'em; no blood on
'em, no hair on 'em! Pm sure he has not
ridden the goat yet "a few evenings after
ward couple of members called on Cain
give him name, if you want to-and Mrs.
G. tells the story to my wife. He locked
the parlor doors-the big, fat, hateful
thing-and when / had my ear to the key
hole he puts a handkerchief over it and
says: You can listen, Mollie dear, but
you can't look-'deed you can't, darling
We're going to do something secret Aud
they did. | heard them say How,
Here's to you,' That's good He's got
it, and then they'd whisper to each other
very low buzz, buzz, buzz-like. Then they'd
laugh very loud. OIL they pesterei me to
death My friend always keeps good
liquors, and I'm afraid he enjoys getting a
good joke on his better half"
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
Townsville TOPICS.
George g. Smith and Miss Mani
Wright arried-Personal Notes.

George g. Smith and Miss Mamie
Wright Married-Personal Notes.
TOWNSVILLE, GA. Feb. 5. - Henry
Singletary of the Seventeeth district of
Thomas county died from pneumonia on
last Saturday.
Benjamin Elwell, one of the Oldest citi-
gems and residents of this county, died at
his home near Cairo on Saturday.
Mrs. c. B. Glenn of Nashville, Tenn, is
spending some time with her father, John
E. Baker.
Miss Allie Wade left for her home in
Tennessee yesterday morning.
Miss Carrie Undertake. who has CON-
pleted visit to the family of Mrs. S. NJ.
Ball. has left for Florida
Miss Mamie Wright, daughter of Col. A.
p. Wright, and George s. Smith of Macon
were married this morning at II o'clock in
ST Thomas Episcopal church, Rev. C. |.
Laroche officiating, assisted by Rev. Mr..
Shobee. The attendants we're Miss Annie
J. Champion and Capt. Rolf Simms, Miss
Goodwin Saft and H. C. Kendall, Miss
Blanche Tarwater and B. H. Wright. The
two charming little misses, Daisy Scott anC
Julia Wright, also served as attendants.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
MOURNING AT wAYORoss.
The Entire Population Turns Out at
Mayor CsrswelPs Funeral.

The Entire Population Turns Out at
Mayor CsrswelPs Funeral
WAYCRoss, Feb. 5.-Waycross buried
her dead mayor, DR.. A. w. Carswell, to-
day. His remains lay in state at his resi-
dence on Carswell street yesterday and last
night, and were viewed by fully 1900 peo-
pie. The electric lights, which he was
largely instrumental in establishing, were
draped in mourning and were burned in
his honor during a bright moonlight night
the public buildings and the town are
dressed in mourning emblems.
AT 10 O'Clock this morning, according to
programme mapped out by the city council,
the places of business closed their doors and
the people turned out, white and colored. en-
masse. The line of the procession was
formed at the residence in the following
order: Fitzpatrick's band. Waycross Rifles,
city police Knights of Pythias and Iron
Hall, Odd Fellows in mourning regalia,
citizens on foot. Then came the hearse,
followed by the city council, all the pail
bearers and carriages in line. The column
was commanded by Col Joel l.. Sweat,
marshal of the day. The band struck up
the funeral march and the column moved
solemnly down Albany avenue TO the Bap-
fist church, where the religious services
were conducted by Rev. w. H. Scruggs.
After a touching sermon Revs. w. $.
Thomas, j. M. Marshall. and II. W. Reed,
Joel L. Sweat, NJ. J. CarswelI, and V. l.
Stanton paid touching tributes to the
memory of DIR. Carswell. At LAO
O'Clock the procession reformed and
marched to the cemetery, where the
last sad rites were performed by the Knights
of Pythias. Twenty-Five hundred people
attended the funeral WaycrosS has lost an
enterprising and philosophical man and
physician, who ever labored with an eve
single to the good of her people and the de-
velopment of the city.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
a FLORIDA CouRr-MARr1AL.

Capt w. P. Atkins of the ST. Au-
gustine Guards on Trial.
JACKSONVILLE, FLA, Feb. "a court
martial was held in the city to-day by
order of the governor, to investigate
charges of insubordination and conduct
prejudicial to military discipline preferred
by Maj. Lancaster, of the Second battalion
against Capt. W. p. Atkins, Of the st. Au-
gustine Guards. The court consists OF Mai
r. NJ. Call, president; Capt. c. +. Adams,
Capt. J. l.. Daggett, Lieuts. NJ. =. Turner
and J. ID. Spaler, and Capt. j. L. McGinnis,
all of this city. The decision will be for
Warded to the governor
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
One Wav to Bring Rain.

an tell you what will cause rain, said
guest at one of the hotels yesterday.
what is that"
"Inaugurate heavy cannonading. 1t
will bring e shower every time. During
the war it became a custom with lis to pre-
pare for squat after every big fgh5 1t
was sure to come"
The gentleman explained that the can
nonading, attended by the imme use
volumes of smoke that went up, disturbed
the atmosphere to such an extent that
precipitation was invariably the result The
experiment, however, of cannonading for
rain, said a Savannahian, will be somewhat
expensive now. The robins have not
returned from their nesting and the bows
have nothing to shoot at. He suggested
tnat the truck farmers might, however.
engage the military for day and reward
the uIan that shoots OF MS gun the greatest
number of times.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
NUPTIALs AT ROME.

Editor Knowles of Greensboro Mar.
ried to Miss Hiles.
ROME, GA, Feb. "a brilliant wedding
occurred tonight at the First Methodist
church. w. A. Knowles of Greensboro.
proprietor and editor of the Greensboro
Herald-JourRdE. was married to Miss
Maggie May Hiles of this city. The church
was decorated handsomely with flowers,
ferns and evergreens. A large portion of
Rome's population thronged the church.
Editor Gibson of Augusta was the groom's
best man. Representatives from Athens,
Marietta and several other places were
present Miss Hiles is the accomplished
daughter of Thompson Hiles, one Of the
weslthiest Of Roman merchants. After the
ceremony, which was performed by DR..
Qulllan, reception was held at the resi-
dence of Mr.. Hiles.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
UNEQUAL TO THE TEST.
Why a Washington Girl Gave Up Her
Struggle as a Probationer.
IT,, III IL cs.--t.r

StrUSgio as q FrODdClOner.
From the Washington Capital
Quite a sensation was created last week in
one of the largest churches in this city over
the resignation Of a newly converted young
lady member. There was nothing startling
about the fact of young lady signifying
her intention to join another church. In
the wording Of the resignation, however,
the lady stated that as she was a
new convert she was afraid she
would not be able TO stand the severe tests
that were forced upon her by members Of
the church. 1t is needless to say that these
remarks brought about an investigation,
which disclosed some peculiar ideas about
testing the faith of some of the mem
bers on the probation list.
It seems that one of the good deacons was
pleading with her about the welfare of her
soul and her future in general. The young
LADY was very attentive to what the good
man was saying; her eyes looked trustingIy
up to his, her lips were parted in a tempt
ing manner, far too tempting for the dea-
con, who, unlike St. Anthony, could not
withstand the temptation of kissing her,
much to her surprise and dismay. When
the deacon saw the effect his actions had
upon her, he made bold front of it, and
told her what ne had done was one Of the
trials she would shave to undergo, and
doubtless he would have succeeded in max
ing her believe his story had she not con-
fided lin friend" who advised her to re-
sign.
WHAT really will happen to the poor dea-
con is hard to tell. 1t will be safe TO say,
however, that he will not be apt to recline
upon a bed of roses, as there is a wife to be
heard from, aud they say she has blood in
her eve
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
FIRE IN a HOTEL.

Guests Maintain Their CompOsUre-
The damage About $1,000.
PENSACOLA, FLA. Feb Fire tonight
broke ont in the Continental hotel ami
caused damage estimated a. S5olo Tae
origin of the blaze could not b. learned
The fire broke out in the room Of al annex
in which the servants roome3. -
which, with slight exceysaoi,.
it was confined. The main laS>
results from the water thrown by tie Ere
men. The house is full OF gusts. 81. =
whom maintained their composure. A15
while the house was burning, several pas
sengers from New Orleans AMI M1c.ss
walked into the office and registered T1e
hotel viii remain open and repairs VIII he
made at once
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
The Production OF Ivorr.

There are annually killed in Africa a
minimum of $1,000 elephants, yielding a
production of quantity OF raw ivory, the
selling price of wnich is some $3.50, 900. This
quantity is shipped to various parts of the
world-to the American, the European, and
the Asian markets A large quantity is,
however, kept by the native princes of
very good judges Of ivory. The production
out of Africa is oaly Insignificant, and India,
Ceylon, and Samatra, together produce only
some 10000 kilogs per year. India is the
largest consumer of ivory, and Cnina is also
a good market.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
CAPITAL OF THE STATE.
THE NEW SECRETARY OF STATE
TAKES TIE OATH.

Pensioners Of the State Drawing Their
wencss-Experiments in Under
Draining on the Farm Of the State.
The Furniture of the Old Capitol to
Be Sold
ATLANTA, GA, Feb 5-The new secre-
tary of state entered on the discharge of tine
duties of his Office at noon to-day, after Civ
ing a SO, 900 bond and taking the oath of
office The bond is signed by W. /. Peel.
his son-in-law, and Dr.. Henry L. Wilson,
both of Atlanta. Gen. Cook says Capt
Thomas. son-in-law of the late secretary,
will be retained as clerk.
PAYING PENSIONS.
The corridors of the capitol this morning
were swarming with disabled confederates
who had come to draw their pensions. Capt
Harrison of the executive office, the con-
troller and the treasurer had all they could
do to attend to their wants. During the
day about $4,000 was paid out under the
pension act
INCORPORATING.
Director Redding of tine state experiment
station was here to-day, and gave an inter
esting account of experiments in under
draining now being made at the farm. Mr..
Redding SAYS: "DitcneS three feet deep
have been cut thirty feet apart in piece of
clay upland that gets very soggy in wet
weather. Two logs are placed in the bot
tom Of the ditch a short distance apart, and
then another log is laid upon these two,
leaving little gutter underneath them.
The bitches are then filed up, and in wet
weather the water runs through to this
drain and is carried off. The theory
is that water seeping through the earth car
ries the air with it and thus keeps the
ground open and enables it to be plowed
a few days after even the hardest rains.
Another plan of under draining is to put
two planks in the bottom of a ditch fas-
tened together like the sides of roof, leav-
ing the drain open beneath.
OLD CAPITOL FURNITURE.
The governor will advertise for sale all
the furniture in the old capitol in day or
two.
FIRE UNDER FURNITURE STORE.
Fire broke out tonight in a basement
used as the mattress making department of
p. H. Shocks furniture house. Nearly
$50, 900 worth of fine furniture was on the
upper floors, and is damaged IS, 900 or 81, 900
by smoke and water The insurance
is about $4,000 The fire threatened
to result in a coniagration in the heart of
the city, but was quickly suppressed. The
damage to the building is slight.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
A BLAZE IN 4 DEPOT.
Prompt Action at Americas Prevents
a serious Loss.

AMERICUs, Ga, Feb. 5--The prompt
action of the Americas fire department.
prevented a serious fire at o'clock to night
in the Central railroad depot. The fire was
caused by one of the employees attempting
TO draw some oil without a lamp. he
lighted a handful of waste, which burned
his hand. BY dropping il tine oiled floor
was ignited aud burned with such rapidly
that his efforts TO put oct the flames were
unavail.ug. The alarm was turned in, ana
the department responded promptly. The
fire is now under control Ii is impossible
to estimate the losses tonight. Il Is not
thought that many goods are burned, but
all III the large storage room are badly
damaged by water
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
THE SAVANNAH AND TYBEH RY.
Filing of the Report of Receiver Her
man Myers.

Filing of the Report of Receiver Her
man Myers.
In the superior court yesterday the report
Of Herman Myers, Esq, receiver of the
Savannah and Tybee railway, was filed,
and Messrs Garrard q Meldrim, represent
ing the receiver, took an order appointing
Capt. ID. q. Purse, Col. j. II. Estil, ami
Capt. Henry Blum, to examine the accounts
vouchers aud books of the receiver, and
report the result of the examination to the
court.
The report of Receiver Myers discloses
that during the time he had charge of the
Tybee railway tue traffic receipts We're
nearly go, 00J, divided as follows: Passen-
ger traffic, $40. SOC ~: freight traffic, 81
Ola. The operating expenses for the same
period were S14, SIG, and the repairs TO the
st Augustine Creek drawbridge by the
collision of last July cost 1895.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
FUNERAL INVITATIONS.

WILSON.-The friends and acquaintance of
Mr. and Mrs A. K Wilson and family are re-
spectfully invited 10 attend the funeral of their
son CHARTERS. THIS AFTERNOON at 3:3O
from their residence, No. 9 Broughton street.
HODGSON.-The relatives and friends of Mr..
and Mrs JOHN HoDGsoS are invited TO attend the
funeral of the latter, THIS MORNING ar 10
o clock, from her late residence, 40 Charlton
street.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
MEETINGS,

Attend important meeting at 8 p NJ. TO-DAY.
at Travellers Echapge, over Buffers pharmacy
By order
EDWARD KAPOW Chairman
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
EXECUTIVE BOARD
OF Merchants Week.

Attend important meeting at s P NJ TO-DAY,
at Travellers Exchange, over Buffers pharmacy
By order
H. W. PALMER Chairman.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
The HARBoR's IMPROVEMENT.
Chairman Conner Names the Commi
tee to go to Washington.

tee to go to Washington.
At a joint meeting between Mayor
Schwarz and Mr.. II NJ. Conner, chairman
of the citizens river and harbor
committee yesterday, the following
named gentlemen were appointed to
go to Washington, in the inter
est of the harbor appropriation, and appear
before the river and harbor committees of
congress: Gen. G. NJ. Sorrel, Col. John
Screven, Hon. F. G. duBignon, Col. j. II.
Estill, aud Capt. John F. Wheaton 1t is
understood that the local committee will
leave for Washington early next week.
probably on Tuesday
Mr.. Frank +. Rebarer informed a MORN
ING NEWS reporter last night that he has
nearly completed his compilation of port
statistics 70 be presented to the river and
harbor committee of congress- He expects
to have it ready for delivery by the latter
part OF this week
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
BUST PEAS AND BEANS.

Just arrived and still coming in, large quaint
ties BUST Premium Peas Philadelphia Extra
Early, Black Eye. Marrowfat and all other
varieties at lowest market price. Call and see
me. Yours, E.J. KJEFFER
Corner West Broad and Stewart STRAITS
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-02-06
A Victory for Pilots.

RICHMOND, VA, Feb. 5.-The fight which
has been waged by the Northern Shipping
Association against the Virginia Pilots AS
sociation for years was renewed in the as
sembly this session. The object of the bill
was the abolition of compulsory pilotage
for coastwise vessels. In the Senate to-day
the bill was defeated, the pilots again being
victorious.