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The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
storm Signals Up.

Yesterday was rough, blustery day, a
regular March day in February, in fact,
with clouds of dust whirling in the air. The
wind and dust made the day a most disa-
greeable one, especially for ladies'.
The signal station received the following
telegram from Washington at 10 O'Clock
last night;
Hoist cautionary northwest signals. Savannah
and Savannah section, at 10:90p. IN. High press
ure area northeast, with appearance of storm
developing in West Gulf.
The maximum temperature yesterday
was $50, and the minimum $40. Threaten
ing weather with rain and warmer weather
are forecasted for to-day,
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
FRUIT GROWERS UNEASY.
They Fear Cold Snap WIN Kill the
Coming Crop.

They Fear a Cold Snap VIII Kill the
Coming Crop.
There is a fear among the fruit growers
and shippers that the recent continued
warm weather viii cause the fruit trees 30
put forth and will result in the fruit being
killed In March freeze just az it was last
year. The trees in Forsyth park are begin
ming TO bud and put forth green shoots.
A gentleman who lives out on the Ogee-
chez road, who was in the city yesterday,
said that he noticed as he came into the
city that all the peach and plum trees were
springing into bloom, many Of the trees
being more than half blown.
As there is almost always a certainty Of
cold weather in March, especially after q
warm February, with killing frosts, the
blooming peach trees are evidently an i'll
omen for good fruit crop In this section.
Steady cold weather through February an d
March is the best guarantee Of a good fru 1t
year.
Francis Hart Of james Hart & Bro said
yesterday that he had BEEN promised a ship
ment Of English peas Monday by one Of
the truck farmers. On looking up his book
Mr. Hart found that he made his first ship
ment Of spring peas last year on Fec. 10.
The freeze came along shortly after
ward, though, and cut the pea crop OFF
entirely.
The shippers are not expecting to make
any shipments OF early Strawberries for
some time yet.
A quantity Of fine home.raised winter
cabbages we're on the market yesterday.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
JAMES LovEaREEN KILLED.

A Central Trainman Falls Between
the Oars and ia Run Over.
James h Lovegreen of this city was
killed night before last on the Central rail-
road, near Barlow. He was a train hand,
and in jumping from the forward car to the
tender Of the locomotive fell between the
two, and was run over. His remains were
brought down on the 5:55 o'clock train last
night, and will be inferred in Laurel Grove
cemetery at o'clock this aftern on
The deceased was O native of Charleston
S. c., and was "A years Of age He leaves
three sisters, who reside in this city. He
was an energetic young man, and was well
liked by all who knew him.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
COL aAINEs SAYS NO.
The Plant System Does Not Want the
Georgia Southern and Florida

| The Plant system Does Not Want the
Georgia southern and Florida
There has been Q runor FOR several days
that the Plaut System is about 10 absorb
the Georgia Southern and Florida railroad,
and also gain control Of the Macon and
Birmingham, thus penetrating into the
territory OF nearly all the southern roads
controlled by Jay Gould.
A MORNING NEWS reporter asked Vice
President Haines yesterday if there is any
truth In the rumor. Col. Haines smiled as
be replied: 1--WE are not a system for max
ing great coups. We go along peacefully
and steadily, minding our own affairs, and
when we want a little railroad We generally
build it and pay for il. The Plant system
has not purchased, nor does it intend to
purchase, the roads spoken Of. They have
not been offered, and = wouldn't take them
if we could get them, as they would be Of
no use TO US
When asked for an opinion as TO what effect
the rumored railroad deal Of Jay Gould, in
which he is reported 70 have gained control
OF the Baltimore and Ohio, would have on
Savannah. Col. Haines said: Savannah
has, and always will get, whatever business
her advantages entitle her to, and no one
can change this result. Business will 90
wherever it gets the best terms and ia
ciiities. Does any one suppose it was rail-
road deals which caused Savannah to
get 900,0 900 bales Of cotton this yearl It was
her facilities, aud nothing else. As long as
our banking institutions are sound and our
facilities proper we will draw business, ire
spective OF deals Of any kind.
"All this talk about what effect the CON-
trolling Of the Baltimore and Ohio by Jay
Gould would have on Savannah reminds me
Of a story heard about the fremen Of a
railroad which had passed into tue hands of
a receiver. When they heard of what had
taken place they gathered together In the
round-house and asked: What are they GO
ing TO do with usf as IL the proceedings
were going to have an effect on them. This
is exactly Savannah's position with regard
to the talked-of deals.n
A gentleman who ought TO know said to
MORNING NEWS reporter yesterday that
be had it directly from a member of the
Gould party, that the report of Mr.
Gould's illness, given out to account for his
sudden return to New York, was simply a
blind without any foundation in truth, and
merely intended to deceive those interested
in his movements. Mr.. Gould, the gentle
man said, was no more an invalid when he
left st. Augustine than be was when in
Savannah. He had urgent reasons for re-
turning to New York at once, but did not
wish it to be known that he had any bust
ness move in view, as was likely to be sus-
pected IL he had cut short his trip without
giving some excuse. What purpose Mr..
Gould had in view in his sudden return is
not vet known.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
PRETTY GOOD ASAFLYER
FIVE sAvANNAHIANs IN A MICA
BAGUA CANAL STOCK POOL

One Of Them Realizes $4,000 on a
$1,000 Investment That e Didn't
Count on at All, and Another Realizes
Se,ooo-One il Holding for 100000
and Thinks He Will Get It-A Big
Return for a Stock hat Sold at Five
Cents on the Dollar.
There is not much doubt that the Senate
viii pass the Nicaragua canal bill. and it is
probable that the House will pass it. II the
bill should become q law Nicaragua canal
stock would go to par at once. and in due
course Of time it might be worth several
times its face value By the terms of the
bill the United States is to guarantee the
interest on the canal bonds and have a ma
jority of the canal stock, thus controlling
the canal.
There are persons in Savannah who are
holders of the stock. And they will likely
keep it, as they regard 1t as a good invest
ment. They got it for song, as the saying
is, paying 5 cents on the dollar, and it
may bring them fortunes.
GOOD STOCK TO KEEP.
Several years ago a gentleman of this
city received a letter from q prominent
member Of the canal company who resides
In New York. The purport Of the letter
was this: Can't you place some Of the
Nicaragua canal stock in Savannah We
want e, 900 from your city. We must raise
$500, 900 to pay certain concessions In Mica
ragua and Costa Rica. A certain number
Of shares will be divided among those who
contribute the 100000 We think you will
not regret having made the Investment, as
il will probably prove TO be profitable
one. 1t is a good thing. and you had better
20 into il.
The Savannah man wrote back something
like this: / don't know anything about
Nicaragua canal stock. II il is such good
thing, why don't you keep il yourselfi In
reply he received a statement to the effect
that it was thought advisable to distribute
the stock In all the Atlantic coast cities,
and the amount allotted to Savannah was
valued at 5000 - at least that was the
amount of money wanted from Savannah.
1t was further stated frankly that the thing
was something Of a gamble, that it might
not yield anything, but that there was
chance that it would pay big money.
THE LUCKY POOL.
The Savannah man consulted with some of
his friends, with the result that he and four
others Clipped in 81 900 each. In the course
OF time each secured 200 shares Of the
canal STOCK, the par value OF which is 300
per share. They didn't think a great deal
OF it. They simply counted it among their
untaxable assets. Quite surprise was in
store for them, however. 1t was not long
before the stock had a market value, and |
was regularly quoted in Wall street
One OF the five died and his estate sold the |
stock at 40 cents on the dollar, getting
$4,000. Another of the five sold out at As |
cents on the dollar, getting 5000. As far as
known the other three still hold their stock,
expecting to get par or a great deal more |
for it. One thinks it not improbable, il the |
government gets the canal, that his shares
viii bring him 100000 or more. Before |
the panic last fall the shares were quoted at |
eO. 1t sometimes pays to 60 il blind.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
Stage Notas.

The Moss Family will appear in "a
Quick Match" next week, Tuesday and
Wednesday nights, Feb. "a and 25.
Bronson Howard will return to America
about May l, and proposes writing his plays
in the midst of his American friends.
Gillette's forthcoming new comedy, "Mr.
Wilkinsons Widows" which follows "Men
and Women" at Frohman's, is said to be a
sort OF twin female Private Secretary
Stuart Robson's southern tour has proven
perfect ovation. Last Monday be ap-
ueared 60 packed house in New Orleans,
which gave him the warmest kind Of re.
ception.
Three new theaters are to be completed
in New York by next season, Hammer
STEMS new theater on Forty-second street.
Richard Mansfeld's on Fifty-ninth street.
and Royt & Thomas on Forty-6rst street
Work has also begun ON Mr.. Miners new
Fifth Avenue theater. and T. Henry French
is talking about building a house of his
own
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
A FEW FACTS FOR FAMILIES.
Some Suggestions Suitable for Satur


day and for Sunday.
mo my son, the great of number car.
riages on Libsrty street, between Abercorn
and Bull street, do not all belong to the De
Soto. The lot Of diligently equipped
vehicles at the the corner of Abercorn and
Liberty are owned by ladies you see in at
Joyce's, the Green Grocer on the corner.
"Ihey are cut shopping and stop there to
admire the excellent display of choice
meats and spring vegetables.
"See wlat quantity Of hot house let
tuce. co IL spring turnips, radishes, carrots,
oeeos, onions, cabbages and Kalamazoo
celery.
Here is where the very best trade of Sa-
vannah goes to get the best the market
affords. Joyce makes a speciality of Savan-
nah river soad, and also keeps select oys.
ters with which to supply his customers.
Joyce delivers purchases to patrons any
where In the city, and orders by telephone
NO. lO7 are always promptly attended to.
That's all, my sou; go and tell your wife
to call at James J. Joyce's and leave orders
for anything she wants for dinner. "-Ad.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
VALENTINES MAKE uxRRY.
The Nails Loaded Down with Senti-
ment and Cericature.

The Nails Loaded Down with Senti-
ment and Cericature.
/ Yesterday was Valentine day, and the
mail carriers were sorry, as their burdens
were increased to a considerable extent by
I the love-sick youths and meldens who took
advantage OF the occasion TO express their
/ feelings for each other in printed verse.
/ Others who felt like playing Jokes or ex-
I pressing their contempt Ior some one who
had gained their displeassre hunted up
fuzzy or diSagreeable caFicatures and sent
them on their journey through the mails.
The small boy looks forward 10 Vaen-
/ tines night almost with as much pleasure as
he does Christmas Il is a night Of eat
fun for him. He knows the peculiaritles Of
his neigabnrs, and, knO Sing these, he lays in
stock Of appropriate caricatures. he
shoves these under the door where he decides
they bsloDg, rings the bel and runs away.
II there is no bell on the door he sometimes
uses trick to bring out the occupants.
Door bells we're pulled last night all over
the city, aud the mischievous youths felt
relieved and delighted when a door opened
and q face peered out in the darkness, look
ing for the offender.
Considerable ilI-feeling sometimes grows
out Of the practice among grown
people OF sending funny" valentines.
Tne senders in many instances add to the
printed verses. making the thing more
pointed. There are few persons with pecul-
iarities who are not sensitive and feel
offended at having them brought vividly to
their attention. People have been known
even 70 stop speaking to eech other on ac-
count of these funny" valentines.
Just why there should be any celebrating
on Feb. ii Is not quite clear. All historians
agree that st. Valentine existed but why
he shr uld be remembered in such an
extraordinary manner for so many genera
lions is another matter. According to some
writers he was a bishop, TO others. a presby-
ter who wss beheaded at Rome during the
reign of Emperor Claudius, 270 A. D.,
and ea~ly canonized. Bishop or
presbyter, Valentine was said to have
been famous in his day for love and CHAR
ity, and that the custom OF sending valen-
tines took its rise thence. Some more poetical
writers derive the custom from the habits
OF birds. It being supposed that they select
their mates on Feb. IA. There are still
Others who pin their faith on the idea that
the custom grew out of one prevalent in
ancient Rome during the feast of the Upper
Gala. This is said TO have come in Febru-
airy.
Among other ceremonies of the festival
was one through which, by mere chance,
men and women were made one. Their
names were written on slips of paper and
placed in an urn. The persons, bhndfolded,
drew themselves mates
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
Ex-slugaer sullivan Coming.

The acknowledged champion slugger of
the universe, John L. Sullivan, with Dun
can B. Harrison's company, will be the ats
traction Saturday night. That John l.
Sullivan 10 a success. and marked one. saws
the Philadelphia Ledger, is assured by the
fact that for two weeks Niblo's theater
New York, was crowded to its utmost ca
pacity by audiences who emphaticaIly sig
nltied their approval and satisfaction by
nightly recalling Sullivan, Harrison and the
leading artists at the end of every act. The
press of New York, in its usual cavalier style,
at first was inclined to belittle Sullivan's per-
Torrance, but before the week was out &C.
knowledged that Sullivan, Harrison and the
entire company, together with the play,
"Honest Hearts and Willing Hands" were
all unqualified successes. Duncan b. Har-
rtson has written an exceptionally good
play, and one which will add to his already
successful bid for popularity as the young
est of our American playwrights. IL is full
OF pathos, and many OF the situations are
sufficiently thrilling as to tickle the palate
OF the most acknowledgements crank, while
delightful oreezs OF genuine comedy per-
vades the entire play. Sullivan, assisted by
Joe Lannon, gives an interesting illustration
OF the tistio excellence which has made him
without peer.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
Cunning Katie Putnam.

Tho popular little soubrette, Katie Put
nam, is meeting with greater success than
ever In new play, "Love Finds Way, :"
which she will present here Tuesday and
wednesday nights. The new character not
only introduces her in the singing, dancing
and banjo specialties which have won for
this lady an enviable reputation, but the
play Is full Of rollicking comedy from be-
ginning to end. with a nicely balanced
thread OF pathos and sentiment running
through 1t. This gives Miss Putnam an op-
portunity to display her varied abilities
beyond anything she has before presented.
Both play and company are highly spoken
OF. The sale OF seats for her performances
will begin tomorrow morning.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
OFFICE OF J, s. RosAMoEp G. Co.
DURLN-r. MfSs nac 10 fSo0

Messrs. LippnsGn Bros. Savdnnah, o.:
GENTLEMEN: While In San Antonio. Tex.
last spring, saw your advertisement P. P. P,
(Prickly Ash, Poke Root and Potassium in the
paper for the cure Of rheumatism, and thought
would try bottle. Finding such great re.
lief from it, ON my return home had my drug.
Kst, Mr.; John Mcclellan, to order me supply.
After taking think ten bottles have NOT hsd
pain or acne since. Previous to that suffered
for twenty-five (25) years and could not get The
least benefit until tried P. P p, and, there.
fore. take pleasure in recommending 1t to those
suHerlng-Ad. J. s. RosAMoNp.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
The Athletic olub Tournnment.

The Athletic Club win give an amateur
boxing tournament at the theater early in
March. Six gold medals will be contes ed
for, representing the champion heavy
weight, over 15S pounds; middle weight, ISIS
pounds; welter weight. 40 pounds; light
weight, 1S5 pounds; feather weight, lis
pounds, and bantam weight, 105 pounds.
Several Of last years contestants have en-
tered. Any amateur boxer in Georgia can
enter. The entries close March l. A special
feature Of the tournament will be In the
heavy weight class, as several of the best
local talent have entered.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
"Oae of the Bravest."

The opening attraction of the week
viii be Charles McCarthy's zone OF
the Bravest" The play, it is said,
contains many new features and tableaux OF
a sensational order, and abounds in startling
scenic effects, exciting situations and
chmaxes. The comedy element predomi-
mates to a great degree, and is most
acceptably represented by number Of well
known speciality artists, the most prominent
being William Cronin, formerly of Seaman
g. Cronin. The speoialties, music, singing
and dancing are catchy and interesting. The
fire scene seldom fails to create the widest
enthusiasm, while the steamboat explosion,
opium den and other scenes are said to be
realistic and effective. The company has
been especially selected to portray the
different characters, which they do. accord
ing to notices they have received, to the
greatest satisfaction.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
Le1atsn Skec:oltIss2

Hamburg Bueeklinge large, very slightly
smoked Bloaters-a little hot water skins
them-beiled in a little butter sauce they
are particularly appetizing). Smoked
Yarmouth Bloaters SOC. per dozen; Picked
Mullet and Mullet Roe; Pfckled Shrimp and
Holsters; Salmon Steaks. Herring in
Shrimp sauce, Herring in Tomato Sauce:
Shrimp Paste; Salmon and Capers; Clam
Chowder; Clam Bouillon. etc.-Ad.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
A HOTEL MANS QUEER FIND.
a Canary Bird Mixed Up with Other
Baggage.


Baggage.
Mr.. Smith. the genial bookkeeper Of the
De Soto, made queer find yesterday. A
small package in the holtel Office was laid
on the floor with lot of other packages
and no attention was paid to it. 1t
laid there for twenty-four hours or more
was thrown about from side to side
and as nobody called for it Mr.. Smith
examined it and discovered there was no
address on it. He opened the package
which was well wrapped, and was surprised
to find himsy little wooden cage inside
with a young canary in il. The
canary looked somewhat dilapdaoed, but
was still alive, and after it had been
fed and watered was able to give a chirp or
two. 1t is a wonder how it escaped suffo-
cation on one hand and being crushed to
death on the other. A telegram was re-
ceived later in the day from Brunswick in
quiring about the bird, and 1t was forwarded
to the sender's address.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
To Contractors

Attention is called to the advertisement
inviting proposals for the erection and com
pletion of new court house in Dawson,
Terrell county, Georgia. The plans and
specifications can be seen at the architects
Office and at the Office of the chairman of
the court house committee, Walter B. Cheat
ham, In Dawson
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
Louis Jame, In q Marhla Hanrt y

But few actors visiting Savannah enjoy
the popularity bestowed upon Louis James,
who will appear Friday night in 1.-THE
Marble Heart" The play is a stand
ara drama, and when interpreted by
so excellent an actor as Mr.. James
the occasion may be looked upon as
one of the events of the season. The sup
porting company is a competent one, In
Guiding II. A. Langdon, F. c. Mosley, Ed
win Ferry, Miss Katherine Alvord and
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15

Ii you are Of an economical turn Of mind
you will no doubt find something that will
interest you by turning to tae advertise
ment Of A. r. Altmayer & Co, on page six.
and note the five important bargains " hicn
they're Offering this week.-Ad.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
The Mendelssohn ouintesse Club.

The Mendelssohn Quintette Club.
Probably no musical performance Of the
season will awaken as much interest or
pleasurable anticipation as the Mendelssohn
Quintette Club Concert Wednesday night
at Masonic hall. The Mendelsshon's have
always been favorites in Savannah and
have always drawn large audiences.
The clubs personnel is as follows: Isidor
Schnitzler, violin virtuoso aud concert
master; Samuel w. Jeanison, violin;
Thomas Ryan, solo clarionette and viola
Paul Henneberg, solo flute and viola; Paul
Jennison, solo violoncello, and Miss Marie
Barnard, prima donna. The vocalist comes
highly praised by the press everywhere, aud,
with her charming stage presence added to
a ravishing mezzo-soprano voice, and great
personal culture, she is pretty certain to
become favorite with Savannanians
This is the clubs forty-first season. The re-.
reserved seat sale begins tomorrow morn
ing at Buffers pharmacy at 8 O'Clock.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
MORE WRECKS TO GO UP.

Contractor johnson Gets Another
Government Contract.
Bids for removing an unknown wreck
sunk near the third spur of the Fig Island
jetty were opened yesterday forenoon by
Lieut. o. M Carter. The contract was
awarded to Charles w. Johnston of Loves,
Del. Last Wednesday MIR. Johnston fin
ished the work of removing five other
this work in thirty days, although he had
sixty days in which to do it. He will re-
sumo work Monday morning and expects
to finish here some time during the week.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
This Week

We will make a specially of boys outfits.
Boys suits 81 80 aud upward. Boys shirt
waists SI51 cents aud upward. Boys fine
stylish school hats for 50 cents, worth an
elsewhere. B. II. LEVY & Bro.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15

Everybody offers reductions of all de-
soriptions. but cur Inducements cap the
climax. A clean cut of our entire profit.
and a something, which we cannot men,
tion here but refer you to our windows. in
sures us clean home run. Investigate it.
Collat Bros, 149 Broughton street.-Ad.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15

Have you seen the "Caprice" Bonbonieres
II not you should; 1t is the most exquisite
and tasty Bonboniere over offered. "Ameri-
can Cuts" is another new piece that is a
dainty beauty. With a line of over 800
different kinds Of Bonbons, Chocolates, But
tercups, Strings, Blow Candies, Caramels,
Marshmallows, Glazed Fruits, ETC., any at
tempt to particularize is out of the ques-
tion.-4d.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-02-15
ATLANTA. GA Nav % 1881

~NAH~1A1F nv IzA't 4aIEEY Us IVOI.
DEAR SIR-Within the past three days I
have healed up and cured severe sores on
three horses in my stables with Sanodine.
consider it a valuable medicine il a stable.
Respectfully, ZACH. +. TAYLOR.