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The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
SHE WAS FAY rEMPLEroN.
MAooN,s LONG TRIAL.

The Arguments Of the Lawyers Now
Under Way.
MACON, Ga, Jan. Argument was be-
gun to-day in the United States district
court in the Forsythe conspiracy case, which
has occupied the court for the past three
weeks District Attorney Marion Erwin
opened with an exhaustive resume Of the
evidence IN behalf of the prosecution, and
he was followed by H. v. Washington.
attorney for Charles Clements, one of the
defendants. Washington Dessau, of the
counsel for the other five defendants, Hall,
the two Lancasters, Moore and Wright, be-
gan his argument, and had not completed
it when the court adjourned for the day.
The speeches, it is expected, will occupy
several DAYS
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
oAsH1ER MORRIS FLIGHT.
Later Developments Put Bad Light
on BIS Transactions.

Later Developments Put a Bad Light
on BIS Transactions.
ATLANTA, GA, Jan. 1.-The officials Of
the Southern Loan and Banking Company
to-day revealed all the facts Of Cashier J. E.
Morris connection with the institution, and
the affair looks much uglier than at first
Morris temporary bond was given by the
Fidelity and Casualty Insurance Company.
and was for s., COO This company was
prevented from giving a permanent bond
on account Of damaging transaction re-
ported in Morris past business history. The
banking company investigated the reports
and, finding them well founded, called on
Morris 10 resign. 4 further examination
Of Morris accounts shows his Indebtedness
to the bank 20 be over $3.50, and be appears
TO have deliberately deserted his wife, who
Is without means.
BAD TRANSACTION.
Christmas morning, just before leaving
the CITY. he had a check cashsd by an At
lanta merchant which had been drawn by
the banking company aud Endorsed by the
borrower, the check being part Of loan,
and turned over to Morris TO raise mort
gage The money thus procured be put in
his pocket and carried away with him.
To-day Mrs. Morris came 20 the Office
of the company and piteOusly appealed 70
the officials to reveal the whereabouts Of
her recreant husband. Ii now seems that
Morris is also short some hundreds in his
accounts with John. A. Bowie, the insur-
ance man. His private bank account was
overdrawn and Just before he left he Dor
rowed about 1900 lis departure creates a
sensation here. Further Developments of
still more damaging character are
looked for
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
Gov. Nortnen.s Apnointees.

ATLANTA, GA, Jan. The governor,
vino is still unwell, to-day ordered papers
drawn up appointing George H. Jones of
Gwinnett county principal keeper of the
penitentiary.
State School Commissioner BradwelI
qualified to-day and assumed control of the
department with r, J. Gwinn of Rockdale
county as clerk.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
A Negro Pardonad

ATLANTA, GA, Jan. L-Henrietta Grier,
a negress who was convicted of numbering
a playmate in the heat of passion in Bibb
county. when only 10 years old, and SEN
fenced TO life Imprisonment, was pardoned
to-day, after serving twenty-one years. The
penitentiary commission and twenty-five
members of the legislature signed the appli-
cafion
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
Georgia Southern Enrninvs

MACON, GA, Jan. 1.-The annual report
of j. R. Austin, auditor of expenses for the
Georgia Southern and Florida road, Macon's
phenomenal railroad success, shows that
the gross earnings for the six months from
July l to Dec. 81, were $430, GA 81, and the
expenses 1915 47 81, making the net earn
ings 1856, 596 n.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
A Newspapers Price Reduced.

LOUISVILLE, KY, Jan. IA sensation
among newspaper readers was caused to-
day by a reduction in the price of the
Courter-Journdt from 20 and 80 cents per
week to II and 20 cents, and $40 and $12
per year to s. and $40. The COurier-Jour-
mars strength makes this action indicative
OF the general tendency consequent upon
improvements in the facilities for printing,
which this paper has always been first to
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
ROBBED BY CHINESE PIRATES.

Two American Ladies Relieved of
Their Valuables.
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 1.-Chinese pa
pers, which arrived by steamer last night,
give details Of the robbery of Mrs Dr.. NJ.
NJ. Phillips of the American Methodist
mission, at Soo-Chow-Foo, aud her assist
ant, Miss Smithy, by pirates near Quersan.
The ladies were in a boat going from
Shanghai to Soo-Chow-F Foo when pirates
overhauled them and robbed them of all
their valuables and clothing. The pirates
treated the ladies with great rudeness.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
ORANGE BUYERS RETURN.
Entertained by the Governor General
While In Cuba

W AAAo AZ CuOh.
JACKSONVILLE, FLA, Jan. IA special
from Tampa 20 the TIsaes- Union says:
THE Orange Buyers Association. which
has been on an excursion to Cuba, arrived
here tonight homeward bound. II is COM
posed Of members of firms and their repre-
sentatives from the principal cities in the
United States engaged in buying Florida
oranges for shipment to fruit distributing
cities. The officers are: President, T.
Moorehouse Of California; vice president,
r.. r, Coburn Of Chicago; secretary }. f.
Edwards of Chicago; treasurer J. II. Bige-
low Of Cleveland, o. While 10 Havana the
members of the association were enter
tanned by the governor general Of the
island -
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
FOR CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT.

To the Voters Of the County Of Chatham: l
am a candidate for reelection to the Office of
CLERK OF THE SUPERIOR COURT at the
approaching election, and would be thankful
for your vote and influence. Respectfully, ETC.,
JAMES K p CARR
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
A Marriage at Monticello.

MONTICELLO, FLA, Jan, John Mays
and Miss Lizzie Tnrnbul OF this place were
married Monday by the Rev. J. F. Mar
shall. They left for Savannah, their future
home.
Judge Christie and family Of Jacksonville
are in the city visiting relatives.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
YokosakA,s Big Fire.

SAN Francisco, Jan. lover 500 houses
were destroyed in the great fire at Yoko-
saka, Japan, Nov. 30. Three persons were
burned to death
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
ELECTION FOR DIRECTORS.

THE MERCHANTS NATIONAL BANK OF SAVANNAH
SAVANNAH, GA, Dec IA, 1890. (
The annual election for Directors of iris bank
Will be held at its banking house on TUESD Y ,
Jan. 49, 1884, between IL and o'clock.
THOS. GADSDEN Cashier
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
WEDDINGS

Wedding invitations and cards printed or en-
graved at the shortest notice and in the latest
Uyies We carry an extensive and well selected
stock of fine papers, envelopes aud cards es-
peciaily for such orders. Samples sent on APP
plication. MORNING NEWS Printing House
Savannah, Ga
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
sTOCKHOLDER's MEETING.

The annual meeting Of the stockholders of the
Savannah Brewing Company will be held at
NOON on JAN. S, 1891, at the Brewery office,
foot OF Indian street.
W. SCHROEDER, President.
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TO THE STOCKHOLDERS OF THE CEN
TRIAL X. Il. AND BANKING co

SAVANNAH, GA, Dec. 2, $50.
Stockholders are reminded that the privilege
Of free riding to the annual meetings is NOT
TRANSFERABLE. IL is good only for the
stockholder and his immediate household. Con-
ductors are authorized to question parties pre-
senting stock. and to collect fare from all not
falling under this rule
E. P. ALEXANDER. President
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sPECIAL NOTICES.

On and dfisr FEB. /, 1890, the basis Of meas
Mement Of al advertising an the MORNING
NEws tO4H be agate, or at the rate Of 81 20 an
inchfoT the frst Insertion.
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FUNERAL INVITATIONS.

QUISEY-The friends and acquaintance of
Mrs. harY Lloyd and Mary Quincy are respect
fully invited 70 attend the funeral OF Mrs. GRACE
QUINEY daughter OF the former, from her late
residence, Montgomery street. third south Of
Jones. at 3 O'Clock THIS AFTERNOON
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
NOTICE OF C0PARTNERsHIP.

The undersigned have this day formed q
copartnership under the firm name and style of
HULL 4 LATHROP, to continue the Banking
business heretofore conducted by CHAS. H.
OLMSTEAD & CO., and assume all the liabilities
of the old firm. HENRY II. HULL.
FRANCIS S. LATHROP.
SAVANNAH, Jan. list, 1851
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
ZOE COUNTY TREAsrRRR.

The friends of Col. CHARLES H. DIM
STEAD announce him as a candidate for the
Office Of County Treasurer, and ask in his be-
half the votes and support Of their fellow citi-
zens at the election WEDNESDAY, January Z,
1891
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
ELECTION FOR DIRECTORS.

CENTRAL RAILROAD AND BANKING Co OF GA
SAVANNAH, GA, Dec. 3, 1890
An election for thirteen directors TO manage
the affairs of this company for the ensuing
year will be held at the Banking HOUSE in Sa-
vannah, MONDAY. the 5th of January, 1891,
between the hours of 10 O'Clock A NJ and 2
O'Clock P. NJ. Stockholders and their families
will be passed free over the compauy's road to
attend the election from the 3rd to the 5th of
January, inclusive, aud be passed free return
ing from the 5th to the 9TH of January, inclu-
sive, on presentation of their stock certificates
to the conductors.
T NJ CITNNINGIIA II fx,shin-
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INTEREST NOTICE.

THE OGLETHoRPE SAVINGS & TRUST Co,
SAVANNAH, GA, Jan. I, 1881.
Depositors will please present pass books at
the bank. No. I20 Bryan street, for entry of
interest for the fourth quarter 1890, which is
now due ana payable on demand.
JNO NJ BRYAN Cashier
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
SAVANNAH VOLUNTEER Guards.


SAVANNAH, GA. Jan 2, 1891.
Members of the Coros who have not replied
to Circular OF the 26th inst. are requested to do
SO THIS DAY without fail
JNO NJ BRYAN,
Chairman Committee.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
WHO WANTS MOAEYrn

"Uncle Adam, at 20 jefferson street, corner
Congress street lane, viii loan you literally on
any Personal" property Call, or communi.
cate by mail Open A. N. to 9Pm
ADAM STRAUSS, Manager,
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENTS.
FOR TAX COLLECTOR.

Fell010 Citizens 1 an a candidate for re-
election to the Office of TAX COLLECTOR at
the election to be held on WEDNESDAY, JAN
UARY the It'll, 1891, and respectfully solicit
your support. JAMES j. MCGOWAN
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sTOCKHOLDERs, MEETING.
sAvANNAH BANK AND TRUsr COMPANY,

SAVANNAH BANK AND TRUST COMPANY,
SAVANNAH, GA, LIST January, 1891. (
The annual meeting of the stockholders of
this bank will be held at the bank in Savannah
NOON for the election Of directors. etc The
transfer books will be open from January 2i to
9TH, and then closed until after the annual meet
ing las IT HUNTER Cashier
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
IRISH NATIONAL LEAGUE,

The regular quarterly meeting of Branch No.
464, Irish National League of America win be held
In Catholic Library Hall on THIS friday
EVENING at & O'Clock. Members are specially
requested TO be present, as officers for the com
ing year will be elected.
p. j. O'CONNOR President
T. H O'DoNoVAS Rec. Ssc'y
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
MEETINGS..

LANDRUM LODGE NO. Is. F. AND A. VI
The regular communication Of this q
Lodge viii be held THIS friday EVEN W
ING at O'Clock at Masonic Temple w
The NJ NJ Degree viii be conferred.
Members OF sister lodges and transient breth.
rem are cordially invited to attend By order Of
II. Z. WILSON W. NJ
w. c. TRAVIS. Secretary.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
DIVIDEND NO. ..
TIE GERMANIA BANK.

THE GERMANIA BANK
SAVANNAH. GA. Dec. "a, 1890
A dividend at the rate OF per cent per an
mum from the earnings of this bank for the past
six months has this day been declared, payable
on and after Jan. 2 1891
Holm NJ HOGAN Caebia-
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02

NOT DISCOURAGED.
Despite their heavy losses, Mr.. Kahrs and
Mr.. Reab are not discouraged, ard will
open again at the old stand as soon as the
destructive work can be repaired.
Mr.. Kahrs says he will begin the work of
rebuilding as soon as possible.
Mr.. Reab received several kilograms from
large houses with which he does business.
expressing their confidence in him aud offer
ing him every assistance.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02

AN EXCHANGE remarks that "Sitting Bull died
with his boots on" That is a mistake; hewore
moccasins -Al61Rp Times,
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP co.
SAW FRANCISCO, CAL.
LOUISVILLE. Ky. NEW YORK. N.Y.

SPECIAL NOTICES.
ELECTION FOR DIRECTORS.
AUGUSTA AND SAVANNAH RAILROAD,
SAVANNAH, GA. Dec IS, 1890. (
An election for seven directors to manage the
affairs of this company for the ensuing year
viii be held at the banking house of c. H. Ohm
stead & Co, in Savannah, MONDAY, the 5tb of
January, 1891. between the hours of 10 A. NJ
and p. n.
W. S. LAYTON, President.
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FAY TEMPLEroN DEAD.
Minstrel West Goes to New York Il
Attend Her Funeral

Minstrel West Goes to New York to
Attend Her Funeral
COLUMBUS, GA, Jan. while W. H.
West, of Primrose & Vests Ministries, was
preparing for one OF his parts in the Opera
house in this city last night he was handed
a telegram from New York stating that his
wife was very i'll aud not expected to live.
This necessarily cast a gloom over the COM
pany, but interfered with the performance
very little This morning Mr.. West pur-
chased a ticket TO New York, and upon in
Vestigation 10 wac learned that his wife had
died This morning.
SHE WAS FAY TEMPLEToN.
She was Fay Templeton, daughter Of the
famous John Templeton, who in years gone
by took a leading part and managed a
troupe. When Mr.. West married he asked
his wife to leave the stage and she did so
for q number of years, but finally resumed
her former profession. They separated and
a divorce was sought. Mr.. and Mrs. West
and many friends in Columbus, and when
the news was made known deep sympathy
was heard on all sides. Mr.. Vests father
is distinguished minister of Louisville, Ky.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
ONE 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, cleanses the sys-
tenn efectually, dispels colds, head
aches and fevers and cures habitual
constipation. Syrup of Figs is the
only remedy of its kind ever pro-
duced, pleasing to the taste and &C.
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.
Syrup of Figs is for sale in Doc
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
iSuhs+itI1ta
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TN. CUNNINGHAM, Cashier.
DISSOLUTION OF COPARTNERsH

The firm of CHAS H. OLMSTEAD & co. is
this day dissolved by Limitation.
CHAS. II. OLMSTEAD.
HENRY II. HULL,
FRANCIS s. LATHROP.
SAVANNAH. January 1st 1891.
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DIVIDEND.
DIVIDEND IS.

THE MERCHANTS NATIONAL BANK
OF SAVANNAH, GA,
SAVANNAH, GA, Dec. 81, 1890.
This bank has declared a semi annual divi-
dend of per cent, payable on demand.
THOS. GADSDEN. Cashier
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INTEREST NOVICE.

SAVANNAH BANK AND TRUST COMPANY
SAVINGS DEPARTMENT,
SAVANNAH, GA, LIST January 1891.
Int rest for the fourth quarter Of wear 1890 is
now due ana will be paid on demand. Depos-
itors viii please leave their pass books ct the
bank to be balanced JAS. H. HUNTER,
Cashier
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ACORN LODGE NO. IOs, I. o. o. F.

regular meeting Of this lodge will be held
THIS friday EVENING at S O'Clock Officers
for TIE ensuiag term will be installed. Visiting
brothers and members OF sister lodges cordially
invited to attend. By order
WM. FAWCETT, n. g.
Attest II. n. WARD, Secretary.
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NOTICE.
The GERMANIA BANK,
SAVINGS DEPARTMENT,

SAVANNAH, GA, january !, 1881.
Interest for the fourth quarter on deposits in
the Savings Department is now due, and pay
able on demand. JOHN NJ. HOGAN, Cas- 1ier.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
HOLEY POCKETS MENDED.

To customers free with Sample Cologne, Book
OF HoME-MADE CANDY and Almanac for 81.
Remember it and Today's Special p ices among
Personals. ButtercupS Is cents box.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02
PULASKI COUNCIL no. 1873, r. A.

regular meeting THIS EVENING at
o'clock at Knights Of Pythias Hall
G. SAUSSY, Regent
CLARENCE s CoSNFRAr Secretary.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-01-02

RICHARD TEMPLE, a prosperous business
citizen of Idaho, and nephew of the late Indian
Chief Sitting Bull, is in New York, and will
soon set out on a long European teur
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.SACRAMENTO'O CELEBRATION.
CONTINUED FROM FIFTH PAGE.

the honor, fame and strength of the re-
public, and protect from outward foes the
enchanted land
I'VE have no standing armies in mock
and mimic war to lure our thoughts
from peaceful, social and progressive
channel, but the due formalities of diplo-
matte arbitration are enforced by the dig
nifty of our conduct and preserved by the
strength OF our patriotism. Our genius
for discovery has found path for its Ia
bors in the ice-fretted northern seas, and
where the glories expand beneath the
Southern Cross.
"Our literature is replete with thrilling
historic truths, with the beauties of po-
etry and song, where sentiment is taught,
principles cherished and deeds are
praised. We have delved into the mines
and wrung from their dark chambers the
golden life of trade, which in chaotic
times has almost redeemed world from
bankruptcy. From mountains hight,
overlooking the beauties of our own Cal :
lfornla, we have pierced the distant
heavens and brought to light its silent.
hidden stars.
I'VE see the theories of an advanced
civilization, the ripened ideas of an intel
lectual age nodded into legislative SUBJ
stantlallty; laws that encourage specula-
ton in the undiscovered realms of sci
ence and art and preserves the stability of
every enterprise.
And, withal, the manifold of things
attesting the genius of our people when
contemplation parades them in her en-
chanted halls-she is startled at the re-
view OF so many wonders-and in the busy
expanse of the years and upon the great
Held OF human endeavor, where we can
stand and in retrospection call upon the
scene each monument that has stood and
does now stand, attesting't the civilizations
living and dead; the Egyptians when the
pyramids first threw their shadows over
the valley of the Nile; the Greeks in the
golden age when Phidias chiseled the col
umns of the Parthenon; the Romans with
their scepter Of war and subiugated en-
pires; the peoples who lie half bured un-
der the waves of oblivion and the sands
of time.
"We see amidst all this grandeur,
amidst the wreck and decay, what we
most love and venerate, and what, if we
are mindful of our duties as American
citizens, we shall preserve one shaft
standing upon elevated ground, sup
ported by the eorner-stones of liberty,
humanity, union and prosperity, tower
ing high over the face of a world. 1t is
the great republic of the United States of
America, and the strength of its founda-
ton, with the science of its structure, will
support it in the future. Without the
guard OF standing armies, it will be
builded upon and tower in eternal
peace"
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THE ATHLETIC SHOW.
The Clunie Opera-House Packed to the
Doors.

As was predicted, the Clunie Opera
house did not hold one-tenth of the per-
sons who wanted to see the entertainment
given by the Sacramento Athletic Club
in the afternoon. II was announced that
the doors would be opened at 2 O'Clock.
but long before that hour a crowd that
fairly stopped traffic on the street gathered
in front of the place and clamored for ad-
mission. When an attempt was finally
made to get the doors open the crowd
made rush and tore the doors fro1n their
hinges. The place was packed almost to
the suffocation point in less than ten
minutes.
The entertainment itself was a very
good one, judging from the applause
with which each succeeding feature was
received. 1t opened with groupings on
the pyramid ladder by sixteen boys from
the clubs juvenile class, all handsomely
costumed in French sailor suits. They
went through their work gracefully and
without a hitch. The performers were
Masters E. Cox (bearer), Ed Flint, Chas.
Bauer, l. Nathan, John Miller, John
Davis, Walter Burns, Oscar Will, Willie
Dorsey, Stanley Flint, Royal Giffen and
George SelIon.
The Two Dromios," a comic act by
Ben Bogner (the famous Olympic Club
clown and Dexter Dunphey of the local
club, came next, and the audience was
kept in convulsions of laughter.
Twelve of the clubs best boxers gave
some exceedingly clever exhibitions of
the manly art, and the wrestling which
followed was of skillful and scientific
order.
Herman Fischer and Oscar Goepel gave
an unusually clever exhibition on the
parallel bars and were literally ap-
plauded.
The vocal quartet, consisting of Mrs.
Carter, Mrs. Ross, Mr.. Cohn and Mr..
Crocker, sang twice during the entertain
ment and were compelled to accept
encores.
J. G. Mansfield and Ben Bogner gave
an exhibition on the double horizontal
bars, and also had to accept an encore.
The Arabian Living Pyramids" by
twelve of the clubs cleverest tumblers
and strong men, was one of the features
of the day. They were handsomely cos
TUNED, and some of their postures were
daring and novel.
The entertainment closed with a comic
pantomime entitled "The Progressive
Hottentots," in which Professor Code
troy, Frank Whitmore, Dexter Dunphey,
George Campbell, Harry Gates and
Masters Monte and George Newbert took
part. 1t was an original act and gave the
performers an opportunity to show their
specialties.