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Idaho semi-weekly world. [volume] (Idaho City, Idaho Territory) 1875-1908, 1891-06-23
PACIFIC COAST.
Portland's Population is
Now 10000.
A HOME FOR MRS. FREMONT.
A Dangerous Rock Discovered in the
Track of the Coast Steamers
Below San Simeon.
A HOME FOR MRS. FREMONT.


The interest in the oil development in
humboldt county, Cal. Is undated.
Port Townsend is 10 have an electric
line five miles in length to be completed
by August /.
The total majority in Portland East
Portland and Albina in favor Of consoli-
dation was 10, l26.
The prune crop of Southern California
is a failure, owing to the recent rainy
weather causing the fruit to drop
Portland voted June on the consoli-
dation. 1t carried, and the city now has
$4,000 population instead of $4,000.
Crickets are said to be destroying
nearly all the crops and gardens on tho
Indian reservation at Warm Springs, On.
The Fraser river in British Columbia
has risen rapidly, and the lowlands are
being flooded.
The san Gabriel Valley narrow-gauge
railroad from Los Angeles to Monrovia
is being extended to Duarte, a short dis
lance beyond.
C. T. Huntington has promised 5000
for a home for Mrs. Jessie Benton Ere
mont as soon as Los Angeles raises So
600 for the purpose.
Victoria sealers have sent protest to
the Dominion government against the
contemplated Closing of the Behring Sea
for one year to seal killers.
Seattle has shipped to Chicago for ex-
hibition a fir tree 1l3 feet in length
with diameter at big end OF 81 inches
1t is believed to be 44O years old
The Salt Lake He,old has been bouobt
for $40 600 bv stock company Of Sail
Lake capitalists. and will ba CONQUERED
az a Democratic ORGAN without the Nor
mon tendencies
The four men charged with assaulting
Iurvman Sanders. who hung the inrv in
the 'Shanklan ease last week at Tomb
stone. A. T. were tried before a inrv.
and three of thein were found uuilty.
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louli" us a. "a u
toase -, ,.li
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IT.
The Interstate Commerce Commission
has concldded ITS nearing OF the com
plamt 81 spokane against the northern
Paclhc IN me matter OF Helght rates.
Idaho semi-weekly world. [volume] (Idaho City, Idaho Territory) 1875-1908, 1891-06-23

Sllce some bread toast i, :,
light brown on both sidas y o. a nice
81 ,,,l lnl ~ mix together two t tsha pint
iu II OF flour in little cold ,,aa a..
this into the boiling milk ' Isa . siir
al out one minute; then add ,'e n.i \ boil
ana stir into it two ounces wye salt
dlsh and pour the remainder a y Y on 4
over it. The toast NAV he W. U y, iae milk
butter. ''e quantity q
Idaho semi-weekly world. [volume] (Idaho City, Idaho Territory) 1875-1908, 1891-06-23
Valuable Il Recipes for 4.
Farmers Wives. "''
Al R lC ULTURAL cLIppIr,,
Cabbage Seed for a Late croD ~.
S0wn on Rich Soil Made ~ ~ =
BEDS and Pulyeriaed
e"''e Hints to Farme,.,
TRufFLED cumY., wives

Pill LED CHICKEN.
W b bon unit until tenders nice Dim
spd de ~, tGil , remove al the a wl pos,hi'Ea
al ana h cut INTO dice. Put one t ~ T b es
OF nutter in a small sauce e aaoIespooauI
melted, add one tablesnoee pan. Whsp
,,,iH u M; smooth; add bat q -four
mn, iil,lk sur continually until i All pat d
ahe chlckken, half ieaspoonm;nJ, olls add
dash OF white pepper. y Wh Of sat
the yolks of two eggs "hen hot, adj
chopped mushrooms and to up Of finely
INTO tiny pieces. Cook on rsu n, i;laiies cat
serve in the small cups. '''' Minute and
Idaho semi-weekly world. [volume] (Idaho City, Idaho Territory) 1875-1908, 1891-06-23

Beef-Live, 4@4lac; dressed, 7.
Mutton-Live, sheared, 4c; dressed
Hogs-Liye, 6@6t4c; dressed, Sc.
Veal-5Q7c per pound.
SMOKED MEATS AND LARD.
quote: Eastern Hams, 1275@13c
Oregon, l0la @1215c; Brea Sfast Bacon
Ia he; other varieties, Sole; Lard
va "a ll34c per pound.
Idaho semi-weekly world. [volume] (Idaho City, Idaho Territory) 1875-1908, 1891-06-23
BLACK PUDDING.

Three cup uls Of -four, one and nm.
half cupfuls Of milk, one and ' nps gllGl
cupfuls OF raisins lstonel one COS 'i Il,
without, butter the size Of an eg - IL. y
spoonful Of cloves, cinnamon ssk , or.
cupful OF molasses. Steam ion r'j bou vn'
CHEESE WAFERs.
Rub a tablespoon Of butter to cream
and stir in two tablespoonful Of grsis5
English cheese. Spread this mivt,a
on thin water crackers or plain waipr
or II you cannot get thin crackers srr,
the thicker ones, Keep them in a bot
oven till they are a delicate brown
Idaho semi-weekly world. [volume] (Idaho City, Idaho Territory) 1875-1908, 1891-06-23

Beat four eggs very light r..
hard part out OF eight or do1onO uI lhe
according to their size; wine "V tho oyster,
anu anu, cul them up in small pieces "a "a
Them INTO the beaten eggs and H. IL IN
IN hot butter. When The nnder !! !;1 iaen
brown, sprinkle little salt and S na d
other. 0 ''aii over Tie
Idaho semi-weekly world. [volume] (Idaho City, Idaho Territory) 1875-1908, 1891-06-23

Set bowl in basin Of hot w,t.. :.
filling so as to keep it hot In p tba t I,
beat one egg and one cupful ii NJ sn uosl
flavor. When ready TO serve bs sas@
one-half cupful OF boiling milk VS az; %
1t is 5 rived, so it will be thict o siI q
top. Wine will improve the sammy Un,s q !;
addition to vanilla. '0 sauce IN
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-12-17
THE WHIPPING.
FEDERATION OF LABOR.

A Fight Against Pennsylvsnia's Con-
spiracy Laws Authorized.
BIRMINGHAM. ALA. Dec. l6.-The conven-
tion Of the federation Of labor this morning
adopted resolution which condemns the
conspiracy laws of Pennsylvania and the
recent decision of the Allegheny court in
connection with the present strike of the
PittSburg printers, aud empowers the
executive council to eXpend % 900 in
prosecuting the injunction cases should they
be taken to the highest court, or TO make a
test Of any other such injunction case as
they may deem advisable.
Resolutions were adopted oondemning
the decision Of the Secretary OF the Treasury
in allowing musicians 10 come into the
country as artists; condemninR the sweat
ing system, and providing label for union
made clothing Congress was petitioned to
put trades union labels on the same legal
footing as trade marks.
At the afternoon session a request for aid
from the striking Indiana miners was re-
ferred to committee.
HUGHES ASKS A HEARING.
James Hughes, master workman of the
New York district Knights OF Labor, sent
q communication asking to be heard on the
questions at issue between his order and the
United Garment Workers. His request was
referred TO a committee.
The Pacific coast contested delegate case
was disposed OF amid great enthusiasm, and
the delegates are now occupying their seats.
The question of admitting William G.
Pomeroy as a delegate from the Illinois
Federation Of Labor came up again on
motion 10 seat him, but the chair ruled il
out of order and was sustained.
The committee on resolutions reported
and the convention adopted a resolution
urging the passage of laws prohibiting bar
Der shops from opening on Sundays. and
asking che friends Of labor not TO patrouize
shops that open Sundays or Keep open later
than 8 O'Clock In the evening.
A resolution was adopted authorizing the
National Harnsssnakers' Union to use a
label, especially in Tennessee, Missouri and
Illinois, where harness is being made by
convict labor.
A resolution was adopted ordering aboy-
colt against George Ehret's New York
brewery.
The local boycott against the Illinois
Stats. ZeitWng was taken up and made
general by the federation.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-12-17
TOBACCO IN FLORIDA.
The Interest in It's Culture Still on the
Increase.

The Interest in It's Culture stin on the
Increase.
PENSACOLA, FLA, Dec. 16.-West Flor
ida is fully aroused on the subject of tobacco
culture For the last two seasons the cult
ure of this -ticls has been vigorously
pushed in several counties of Middle and
West Florida, notably Gadsden, with most
gratifying success. IL has been made ap-
parent that the soil and climate of this
section Of the state are es-
pecially adapted TO the growth
Of the finer grades of tobacco. It is now
believed that within the next year q large
number Of cigar factories will be established
for the manufacture of tobacco, which will
use the products Of the section surrounding
them. Already q number of people from
the orthwesteFn states have arrived here,
bought lands and are preparing to engage
In the business OF raising tobacco, which
has proved SO profitable TO the farmers Of
0adsden and Leon counties. The present
movement has its inception with the officials
of the Louisville and Nashville railroad.
The road has offered premiums TO induce
farmers to engage IN the culture Of tobacco
along its line. They propose TO furnish the
seed OF the choicest varieties Of tobacco free
OF cost 70 all persons who will engage
in the culture, and also expects to instruct
the farmers in the best modes of culture.
Thus far the proposition Of the officials has
met with q most cordial response from the
farmers of West Florida, and the railroad
offios in this city Is 10 daily receipt OF Or
dere for seed from every portion OF West
Florida
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-12-17
TWO BURNED TO DEATH.
Mother aud Child Perish as the Resul
of Lamp Explosion.

Mother aud Child Perish as the Result
of Lamp Explosion.
COLUMBIA, 8. c.. Dec. IA horrible
and doubly fatal accident occurred in this
city last night at the home Of J. E. Ford. a
painter in the Richmond and Danville shops.
He and his wife aud child were sitting
around a lamp, which from some unac-
EQUITABLE reason exploded. The clothing of
the mother and child caught fire and they
were horribly burned, all their clothing
being burned from their bodies. The hus-
band, in attempting TO extinguish the
flames, had his face, hands and arms
terribly burned. TIE mother and her son
were so badly injured that the skin
and flesh peeled of. The child
was more severely injured than
either, and presented most
pitiable sight. DR.. Kendall was called in
TO attend to the family, and he did all that
medical science could to alleviate their suf-
ferings. Mrs. Ford and her child both died
this morning. tne child first and the IN other
soon after. Mr.. Ford Is now in critical
condition, though strong hopes are enter
rained that he will rscoyer
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-12-17
WHIPPED, THEN mixed.
DIR. BENTON STR ANGE ROUGHLY
TREATED AT VALDOSTA.

Citizens Objected to the Doctors Con-
duct While on Sprees and Deter
mined TO Give Him Proof of Their
Displeasure - The Doctor Leaves
Town En- Route to Savannah.
VALDosrA, GA, Dec. 16.-Dr. Benton
Strange, who is extensively advertised
over South Georgia as a specialist, was
taken out of his rooms last night by a
party Of unknown men aud given a severe
whipping, and after being whipped was
given a coat Of ink. The Doctor has for
some time been making himself very OBJ
noxious by getting on sprees aud conducts
ing himself IN q manner Objectionable to
many people. He took on an extra supply
of whisky yesterday and. it is alleged,
amused himself by throwing beer bottles
and other missiles at his wife, Not being
satisfied with this he got. 1t is said. set OF
his dissecting instruments and wanted to
use them on her. To prevent his doing so
she had to hide with friends and spent last
night at the hotel.
THE WHIPPING.
The whipping party, probably thinking
this good opportunity 80 carry out their
work, went TO the doctors elegant suite of
rooms over the Merchants bank aud put
ting the doctor in "a close carriage. carried
him OF and administered a foggiug. Toe
doctor was seen on the streets tbs morning
and with the exception Of few scratches
on his face. showed no signs Of having been
in the melee. His wife says that she will
not live with him again and will return
TO hor father. Her life with
him here has been very unpleasant. The
good people of the town condemn the affair,
The doctor left for Savannah this after
noon, having closed up his affairs here.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-12-17
CRAZY TO GO TO AFRICA.
Eight Hundred Atlanta Negroes &c
Pay $50 Each for Passage.

Eight Hundred Atlanta Negroes TO
Pay $50 Each for Passage.
ATLANTA, Ga, Dec. 16.-Atlanta's negro
population is threatened with another
African exodus craze, similar to that which
took the town by storm last fall. 1t Is said
that over 800 will sail for Africa on Jan. 10,
and that nearly 1000 tickets have actually
been sold 60 Atlanta negroes for the
passage at $50 each, which means
that $50 900 have been handed out by the
negroes of this city on another exodus
scheme. About six months ago a negro
named Castor arrived here from a northern
city, representing himself 20 be the repre-
sentative Of northern parties interested
ed schetne by which at a
small individual outlay the negroes of At
lanta could emigrate to the land Of their
fathers, where they could rapidly become
not only wealthy, but lords of the country.
CASTOR is possessed Of moro than ordinary
Intelligence and In O short time had spread
his ideas throughout the entire colored
population Of the city.
WEEKLY MEETINGS..
Meetings have been held regularly every
Tuesday night and the excitement has been
great, but everything has been secret. None
but members have been allowed to attend,
and these have been carefully cautioned 70
disclose nothing that transpired.
The $50 required to purchase
the tickets has been paid on the installment
plan, the promise of CASTOR being that the
FIRST ship would sail when 800 had paid up.
CASTOR returned to Atlanta from New York
to-day with the news that the ship
would be ready TO sail on Jan.
10, the necessary 800 having
paid him $50 each to purchase tickets. The
negroes are very quiet about the plaus. A
meeting was held tonight at Schelrs hall
on Mitchell street TO hear from CASTOR, and
it is said that the emigrants will begin
leaving Atlanta for New York on Christ
mas day.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-12-17
DIR. JAMES 8. LAYTON DEAD.
he Was Noted for His Christian Piet,
and Benevolence.

He Was Noted for His CHRISTIAN Piety
and Benevolence.
ATLANTA, Ca, Dec. 16.-The announce
ment of the death of DR.. James s. Lawton,
which occurred at the home of his son-in-
law, Capt E. s. Riley, on Forrest avenue !,
at 2 O'Clock this morning, ocoasioned wide
spread sorrow in Atlanta to-day.
Few men were better Known
or more universally beloved here
than was DR.. Lawton. For some time DIR.
Lawton has been growing more feeble and
gradually bis health became more and more
undermined by Bright's disease. Dr.
Lawton was a cousin TO Gen, A. r. Lawton
of Savannah and was well known through
out the state and In other states of the
south. He has been a reident of
Atlanta for years and has always possessed
the esteem and confidence of all who knew
him. His prominent connection with the
Baptist church, the doctrines of which he
through the press, made him q
central figure IN religious cir
cles. Apart from this, his noble
character and exemplary bearing endeered
him to all. or late years the doctors
activity in the cause to which he gave his
entire life has bean exercised through the
press more than from the pulpit. The
Christian Inder, under his management
for years, was very successful, and
when he retired the Stang
of bis zeal and devotion still
chung to it. He was liberal in his benefsc
tions. donating at one time to bis almG
mater, Furman University. $4,000 and re
spending cheerfully to other appeals Of
benevolence. He was a prominent member
of the South Carolina legislature during
the years 1851-'52, and was for fifteen year,
inspector of oils and fertilizers for the At
lanta district In his death the Baptist
church loses q tower Of strength.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-12-17
ONO ENJOYS

Both the method and results when
Syrup of Figs is taken; it is pleasant
and refreshing to the taste, and acts
gently yet promptly on the Kidneys
Liver and Bowels, cieanses the sys.
tenn effectually, dispeis colds, head.
aches and fevers and cures habituaa
constipation. Syrup of Figs is the
only remedy of its kind ever pro-
duced, pleasing to the taste and 40.
ceptable to the stomach, prompt in
its action and truly beneficial in its
effects, prepared only from the most
healthy and agreeable substances, its
many excellent qualities commend it
to all and have made it the most
popular remedy known.
I Syrup of Figs is for sale in 800
and 81 bottles by all leading drug.
gists. Any reliable druggist who
may not have it on hand will pro.
cure it promptly for any one who
wishes to try it. Do not accept any
substitute.
CALLFORRlA FIG SYRUP CO.
SAN FsA3oi3C0. chL.
IVViSE!lLEs KH -. AsS g0Rks Az
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-12-17
OF INTEREST TO THE LADIES.

Syrian Lady Just arrived with one OF the
firest collections Of SILK EMBROIDERY ever
brought to this country, will place them for the
next nine days at THE A. J. MILLER COM
PANY FURNITURE HOUSE, III Broughton
street. Her prices for PORTIERES, TABLE
COVERS. NANTEL PIECES, PIANO SCARES.
BED COVERS, RUGS and CARPETS are We y
reasonable. aud she is DESTROYS that the ladies'
should call and examine her goods. An ancient
sword and other Oriental ornaments will be OK.
hibited. She is Christian. educated 10 the
Mission school Of B 'yrout. SYRIA member Of
the Kings Daughters, and is Endorsed by many
well known mesuslus and ladies OF the east.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-12-17
GOLD AND STOCK QUOTATIONS.

Service Ordered Resumed Pending
the Decision OF the Court.
NEW YoRK, Dec. 16.-Notice was served
ON the stock exchange officials this after
noon of an order of Judge Dyckmans that
quotations be served again to the Gold and
Stock Telegraph Company pending trial
Of the case on its merits, and the service was
at once restored. The wires which
were cut from the stock exchange
after the close of business on Satur-
day were again connected, and by 9
o'clock the gold and stock received quota
lions direct from the exchange. Previous
TO this during the day, gold and stock in
struments were much behind those con-
trolled by the stock exchange and its re-
ports of the transactions were incomplete.
Officials Of the exchange state that the re-
storation of the service is only temporary,
and that the fight will be carried through
to the bitter end.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-12-17
NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS.
TREAsURER's OFFICE OF THE
CITY OF SAVANNAH.
sAvANNAn, ca, Dec. !tth,

SAVANNAH, GA, Dec. l1th, 1871. J
Notice is hereby given to the Taxpayers of
the City of Savannah that under the ordinance
passed by council on the 9TH instant, the assess
ment and valuation of. property made for
municipal taxation for the year 1888, Under the
terms and provisions of the ordinance of the
city passed Nov 80, 1899, will be continued ar
the basis Of taxation by the city for the year
1892 as to the real estate, including improve
ments, covered thereby in the absence of OBJ
IN the Office of the clerk of council within fifteen
days from this date. In the absence of obiec-
tions within the time specified, the assessment
and valuation already made will be considered
as satisfactory, and will be binding for the year
1899.
[Signedl CHAS S. HARDEE,
City Treasurer.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-12-17
FLoRIDA's Ex-coNFEDERATEs.

AState Encampment Organized With
Gen. Dickinson as Commander.
OcALA, FLA, Dec. 16-Representatives
Of nine camps of confederate veterans met
in session here to-day and organized state
eucampment and unanimously elected Gen.
J. J. Dickinson their major general COM
mander. Capt. J. B. johnson of Dade City
was made permanent chairman, and Will
lam Fox Of Ooala permanent secretary.
The meeting was harmonious, and much
good will come to the veterans through it.
The business meas carnival programme
was carried out last night at the exposition
building, to the best home audience ever
assembled there, 1000 persons being pres
ant
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-12-17
ELECTION NOTICE.
CRY OF SAVANNAH,

OFFICE CLERK OF COUNCIL, Dec 10, 1891.
Under and by virtue Of a resolution adopted
by city council on the Och instant, council will
elect at its next regular meeting, that is to say,
on WEDNESDAY, the $50 instant, commits
sioner to fill vacancy now existing In the Board
of Commissioners of Pilotage.
Applicants must hand In their applications TO
the Office of the clerk of council at or before 2
O'Clock P. NJ, on MONDAY preceding the day of
election.
By order Of council,
FRANK E. REBARER,
Clerk Of Council.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-12-17
Bx-Gov. Stafford DEAD.
Prominent in Public Affairs From Ii
Stops to the Gulf

Prominent in Public Affairs From the
Slope to the Gulf
JACKSONVILLE, FLA, Dec. IA special
from Terpon Springs to the Times linton
says: "Ex-Gov. A. P. K Stafford died at
his home here at 2:15 o'clock yesterday
morning after an illness of over year.
Gov Stafford ives born in Vermont IN Feb~
ruary, 1880 He emigrated with his par,
ents TO Illinois when only years old, and
In 1850 moved On to California. He was a
member Of the California legislature for
two sessions, in 1S65l6S Later he
went 20 Nevada, where he held the office Of
Surveyor general for two years aud
was appointed territorial governor Of Ari-
IONA In 1869. He served as governor eight
years. During his term Of Office his main
efforts were directed TO establishing the pub
lie school systems of the territory. He was
one of Hamilton Dtsston's associates In th Q
purchase Of 4.O00, 900 acres OF land from the
state of Florida, and has since spent most
Of bis time in this state. He started eight
years ago, aud through his own efforts
chiefly has built up the town of Tarpon
Springs, where he made his home.n
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-12-17
pay OF TIE FIREMEN.
Grand Master Sargent Asked TO Come
to Atlanta.

10 AtlAuIh.
ATLANTA. GA, Dec. 16.-Several days
ago a committee Of firemen, representing
the 800 6remen in the employ OF the Rich
mond and Danville line. called on the Off
ciaIs OF that line and asked an increase Of
their pay. After a consultation with
the committee the officials have
decided that they cannot increase
the pay of the fremen. The committee has
In turn decided 10 request Grand Master
Sargent and the chairman OF the board OF
adjustment 20 come to Atlanta and consult
with General Manager Green about the
matter. These Officials will be here in few
days 80 have q conference with Mr..
Green. The fremen want a uniform
scale Of wages on a basis Of SIS per cent. of
the pay given engineers. Assistant Cen
eral Manager Thompson said to-day that
no trouble was anticipated with the fire.
mon
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-12-17
starlinn Incornorated.

BRUNSWICK, GA, Dec. 16.-Last Satur.
day an election was held at Sterling. thir-
teen miles from here on the East Tennessee
road, and the entire vote polled was ia favor
Of Incorporating it. To-day Judge Spencer
Atkinson granted charter, and Sterling
will now thrive. G. w. Wright, ST., will
be mayor.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-12-17

AN ORDINANCE TO suspend the ordinance passed
IN council April 25, 1853, relative TO obstruc-
ton of sidewalks.
SECTION /. Be it ordained by the mayor and al
dermen OF the City of Savannah. In council
assembled, and it is hereby ordained by the
authority aforesaid. that the ordinance passed
in council April %, 1888, relative to obstruc-
ton of sidewalks by the displaying Of dry goods,
ETC.. be suspended from Dec. S TO Dec. IS. in-
elusive OF each year upon condition that the
space occupied by dealers in displaying their
goods shall not exceed two and half feet from
store to sidewalks, and shall not exceed three
feet from the curb toward the street, but no
goods or boxes shall be left on the pavemen (
or street after 6 o clock p. NJ. Of each day