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The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13
FELL OVERHEARD AND DROWNED.
Boatswain of the Steamship CentO
Tripped to HIS Death.

John Hansen, the boatswain Of the Brit
ish steamship Cento. fell overheard from
the ships deck yesterday afternoon and
was drowned.
The Cento is at the lower cotton COM
press getting ready to receive cargo of
cotton. Hansen, with several other sea-
men, was washing the decks. He had hold
of the hose, and was near the outer rail
when his foot caught in a cleat, tripping
him. He fell forward and went into the
river below. His shipmates saw him go
overheard and FASTENED to the side of the
vessel. They threw the end of the hose
and a rope to the drowning man. His
hands appeared above the surface. and
they seized the rope, but it appeared that
Hansen did not have strength to lift HIM
self out OF the water. He released his
hold and sank.
Two sailors lowered themselves down
into the water by means OF ropes, and tried
to catch the unfortunate man, but he had
gone beyond their reach.
A boat was afterwards lowered from the
ship and several men grappled for the body
until after dark. As Hansen never rose
above the surface of the water, it is
thought he was injured in The fall or else
the heavy freshet in the river together
with the strong undertow. held him down.
The body was recovered near the vessel
later on. Coroner Goette was notified and
took charge Of 1t. 1t will be buried this
morning at 10 o'clock.
Capt. Shekleton OF the Cento regretted
the accident, and the loss of Hansen who
he says, was a good and faithful employe
He had been on the ship for two or three
years and was regarded as one Of the most
reliable men on board. He was about q
years old, and was native OF Sweden.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13
WANTS DAMAGES FOR CATTLE.
MIR. j. w. Corners Suit Against the
g. and A. Railroad.

MIR. j. w. Corners Suit Against the
g. and A. Railroad.
The greater part of the time of the city
court yesterday was occupied in hearing
the suit of ]. w. Conner versus the Geor-
gia and Alabama railway for $40 dam
ages on account Of shipment of thirty
head of cattle from Ellabelle to Charles
ton, which failed to arrive at the time
agreed upon.
The shipment was made April IS of last
year. Mr.. Conner claims that he had an
agreement with the agent of the railway
company that the cattle should be deliv-
cred in Charleston on the afternoon of
the day following, and were he alleged, in
very bad condition, having been without
rest, food or water for thirty-two hours
some being dehorned and others down
and trampled upon.
The railway company introduced evil
dence to the contrary to show that the
cattle were delivered in good condition and
were so receipted for by the consignee, and
that no complaint that such was not the
case was received until ten days after the
delivery of the shipment
Mr.. Conner was represented by Mr.. W.
l.. Gignilliat and the railway company
by Mr.. W. G. Charlton. The jury is evil
IDENTIFY badly worried over the law and the
evidence in the case. 1t returned twice
for instruction on the law after the case
had been delivered to it, and at last ac-
counts had decided to make night of it.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13
DRuMNIERs TO COME HERE NEXT.
Post A Planning to Capture the Next
state Convention.

state convention.
Post A of the Travellers Protective AS
sociation has decided to invite the next
state convention of the Georgia division
to meet here in 1898. and the boys say
they are going to get it.
Last year the convention was held in
Columbus, and this year Atlanta is max
ing big preparations to entertain the di-
vision on the 23d and 24th insts. Generally
from 200 to 300 members attend from the
various posts in the state, but this year
Augusta and Columbus have already ar
ranged to carry up fifty men each. Sa-
vannah win not fall behind, and partic-
ularly as they intend 20 capture the con-
vention for next year. If successful, they
propose to repeat their Drummers' week
of 1889, which was one of the most sue
cessful from every point of view Of any
of the May week celebrations. They will
endeavor to show the May week commit
tees that had the celebrations been left
in their hands. they would have been more
successful in every way.
The travelling men work hard and claim
that they travel every one of the twelve
months in the year. and therefore deserve
some little recreation, which the two days
afford IL must not be understood that
their meetings are for fun, however, for
the conventions have always been char
dCterHed by business spirit, ana lmpOr-
tant matters effecting their own and their
employers interests are carefully consid-
cred. At the convention in Columbus last
year members of the board of trade and
the leading jobbers and manufacturers at
tended by invitation and discussed mat
ters together and the people of Columbus
say it was one of the most business-like
meetings ever held in that city.
Post A is making efforts to defray the
of ifG dql0opfae &c 10
meet with liberal encoura cement from the
merchants
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13
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SALE OF THE BARK SOPHIA.
The Vessel Covered with Claims For
Debts at Various Ports.

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The Danish bark Sophia, of which her
master, Capt. Petersen. was former owner
was sold yesterday at auction to satisfy
libel of $3.50, She was bid in by Capt
James Foley and the money was paid to
the marshal by Mr.. Frank A. D. Hancock.
1t was stated that Capt. Petersen is in
terested in the purchase
There was am Intervention for $500 for
seamen's wages which took precedent over
the libellant's claim, consequently the lat
ter viii get nothing from the sale of the
vessel There was quite a number OF other
claims on the vessel for debts contracted
at different ports where she had been dur
ing the last year or two, all of which are
now worthless.
The Sophia was partly loaded with lum-
Der at Darien and was bound for SaDelo,
March 6. 70 finish loading for Port Madoc,
when she struck on Doboy bar and began
to leak. She was towed TO Savannah.
wherf her owner expected to have her re-
paired. The libel prevented him from car
rying out his intentions, however, and the
vessel has been lying in shallow water at
Hutchinson's Island. opposite West Broad
street. ever since. The insurance compa-
ny which had issued policy on the cargo
had the lumber discharged.
1t is said the new owners will repair the
vessel and put her in the trade again.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13
TRUCK CROPS ALL RIGHT.
Shipments From Now on During the
Season VIII lie Large.

The truck farmers in the vicinity OF sa-
vannah are now shipping green peas. Peas
are the only vegetable that has yet made
its appearance, with the exception OF a
very few cabhages. in sufficient quantities
for shipment.
The acreage for peas was greatly re-
ducod for some reason this season, and
the yield, too, Is small. 80 no great guam
tity Is being shipped.
Beans and potatoes viii be the next 20
make their appearance. The beans Will
come in "a short while before the potatoes,
ana are expected 10 mature in about a
month.
Both fruits and vegetables are doing
well now the cold snaps OF early spring
not having done any damage, and hopes
are entertained Tor fine crops.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13
EXPRESS THE1R GRATITuDE..
Sailors Saved From the Nellie smith
Aided by the Passengers.

Aided by the Passengers.
w S. Babbidge. steward of the Inflated
American barkentine Nellie Smith. which
went down under the bows of the Grand
Duchess, called at the Morning News Of
flee yesterday, and said he would like TO
express his gratitude TO the officers and
crew of the steamer for saving himself
and his two fellow sailors.
1T was a terrible moment" he said
when we found ourselves ahoat on a lit
tie piece Of wreckage and expecting every
minute to go down into the sea- l feel
deeply grateful 60 the officers and crew
Of the Grand Duchess for rescuing me
and those with me. and want to say this
much publicly We are also deeply CRATE
ful 10 the passengers who so kindly and
generously came to our assistance and
raised a collection for US. Everything
possible was done for our comfort and
convenience and / do not know how TO
express the great gratitude i feel"
Babbdge ana his fellow sailors will
leave the city to-day on the Grand
Duchess 10 return north. Babbldge lives
In Maine
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13
FELL FROM THE ALTAR STEPS.
Vicar General Kelley Suffering From
a Painful Accident.

Rt Rev. 3. ]. Kelley vicar general of
the diocese of Georgia, is confined to his
room as result Of a painful accident.
Father Kelley was experimenting the
dressing of the middle altar at the Cathe-
dral and fell from the steps at the back
of the altar. The shock was severe, bur
no serious injury was sustained.
Father Kelley Is unable to oficiate AT
services and the parsonage has been be-
seiged with inquiries as to the condition
of the vicar general. He will be unable
to attend to his duties for a few DAYS. bur
IL is hoped that he will soon be out.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13
ARGUING ron A NEW TRIAL.
The Coleman Case Against the S. r
and w. Railway.

Argument was begun in the city court
yesterday afternoon on the application of
the Savannah, FLORIDA and Western rail-
way for a new trial in the case of T. NJ.
Coleman versus the railroad. While in the
employ of the company as conductor. Mr..
Coleman was injured while shifting cars
at Live Oak, Fla, in 1895, due, he claims,
to negligence on the part of the engineer.
At the trial Of the case the jury returned
a verdict in favor of Mr.. Coleman for
$3.50. The railway company is seeking a
new trial on the ground that the verdict
IS contrary to the law and the evidence.
Mr.. Toomer of Waycross and Mr.. r. NJ.
Hitch are the attorneys for the plaintiff,
while Mr.. w. L. Clay is handling the case
for the railway company.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13

Impure blood ~ the natural result OF
close confinement In house, school room OF
shop.
Blood is purified by Hoods sarsapauua.
and all the dlsagreoable results of lmpt,r,
blood disappear with the use OF this med.
iCine.
~ you wish 10 feel well. keep your blood
pure with Hoods sarsapanla
10000 Pills are che beet family cathar.
tlc and liyer medicine. Gentle, reliable
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13
BELL TELEPHONES NEW SERVICE.
The Work on the New Exchange and
COnduits.

Mr.. w. T. Gentry, assistant district
superintendent of the Southern Bell Tele-
phone and Telegraph Company, left yes
terday afternoon for Charleston, after a
visit to Savannah of six days. Mr. Gentry
says the work now being done by his
company in Savannah will give the city
one of the finest exchanges in the country.
THE handsome building, which will be an
ornament to the city" he said, sis II oar
ing completion, and viii be equipped with
all modern conveniences known to the pro-
fession. The underground work is also
nearing completion, and the new switch
board is being constructed The patrons
Of the exchange will be surprised and de-
lighted when they see the final result of
tho vast work we are doing here"
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13
Court Gossip.

The petition of Leroy w. Whitehouse for
the adoption of Sarah Millmore, the Swear
old child of his wife, susannah White
house, by her former husband, Matthew
Mnlmore, was granted an order to this ef-
feet, issued by Judge Falligant
An order was granted by Judge Falli-
CANT, with the consent of the attorneys in
the case. allowing Sheriff John T. Roman
$50 for expenses and $35 compensation for
his services as temporary receiver Of the
stock of David Kohler
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13
TELEGRAPH BOYs' TEAM.
western Union Employees Organize
"A Club.

Western NnIOh EmpIONes UrgnniEc
"A Club.
Although the base bah season has hard.
Iy begun. a new club looms up every day
or 80, and It looks as il Savannah will
have lots Of amateur ball this season.
The Western Union Telegraph Company
employees have organized team. with The
following members:
Catchers. Curry and Pedro; pitchers
Wilson and Merchant; first base, I,edlle
second base. Barrett; third base. sicklen
shortstop. Snead; left field. Gallagher
center field, Overstreet; right field. Mer.
chant, substitutes. Kelly Kramer and
MOskovitZ.
The club would like TO arrange game,
with any OF the local amateur teams. m,
Theater Brownies" and Adlcr's lean
preferred.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13

In 1880 Brown Bronchial Troches'
we're introduced. aud their success az a
cure Tor Colds. Coughs. Asthma ana
Bronchitis has been unparalleled. -ad.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13
AND lndy frIends of the Savannah G


All trains via the Iron Mountain route
are running through from 81. Louis to
Memphis Hot springs ana an Texas
points without delay I'D.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13

Only the jurors in the case of Lowell
versus the city of Savannah need appear
in the superior court this morning, the
other jurors having been dismissed until
tomorrow morning by Judge Falhgant.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13

board of officers had almost decided that
the battalion, as a body and uniformed,
should attend the fair of the First regi-
ment on Friday night following it's open
ing
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13

Take Laxative Bromo ouinire Tablets.
Al druggists refund the money 10 II fails
10 cure. Zs-ad,
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13
GREENS AND THEIR LADY FRIENDS
They Talk over Plans For the ReEi-
mental Fair.

They Talk over Plans For the Regi-
mental Fair.
The Irish Jasper Greens met last night
at the regimental armory with their lady
friends, who are interesting themselves
in the success of the coming fair, ana.
particularly, in the success of the Green
table A large attendance of ladies was
present, and they and the Greens spent
an enjoyable evening. Plans for the fair
were discussed and reports were received
OF the work already done. After the
transaction of the business of the meet
ing, several members of the company en-
tertained the visitors with songs. Lieut..
=. l.. Gleason is chairman OF the Greens
fair committee, and the table at tho fair
will be presided over by Mrs John Elan
merry, Mrs. y. L. Gleason, Mrs. John Sui
Ivan and Mrs, II. II. Semmes.
The lady friends OF the Savannah Ca
diets met with the company last night at
It's quarters at the regimental armory. A
pleasant evening was spent. and consider
able business transacted that will insure
success for the company at the coming
fair. All the donations that have been re-
ceivod for the company were ascertained
by "a special canvass of all the ladies' and
the members. and the array is a goodly
one ana speaks for the popularity OF the
company. Mrs Jordon f. Brooks Is chair
man OF the Ladies' Auxiliary Association,
and she and the ladies' are doing their mt
most In the ala OF their favored company.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-04-13

Note-*Central Time
-l-Eastern Time.
PULLMAN SERVICE
No. 50, New York and Florida ShoH
Line Limited, solid vestibule, to New
York, consisting of Pullman d. R. Sleep
ers, Compartment, Observation and Din.
ing Cars.
Pullman vestibuled sleepers from ss.
vannah to New York, Savannah to Gin,
cinnati via Asheville, Columbia to Rich.
mcnd.
For detailed incarnation, reservations
ETC., apply to any agent Of the Southern
Railway-or- conn ctions.
W. II. GREEN, General Superintendent
]. NJ. CULP, Traffic Manager
W. A. TURK. G. p. A, Washington. D. C,
8. H. HARDWICK, A.G.P.A., Atlanta, Ga.
r. W. HUNT. r. P. A. Augusta, Ga.
The Pascagoula democrat-star., 1897-02-05

Pilot Agricoc F. Chastant was in the DEMO
cRAr STAR office on Wednesday aud handed
us .he following written report;
"Piot boat Matte George, while cruising
on her station Monday morning, sighted \
very suspicious steamer which was very low in
the water, aud all that could be seen Of her
was the smoke stack. She had the appear
auce Of torpedo boat. When first sighted
she bore south. southwest from the east end Of
Horn Island, steering, as we supposed, south
east In very short time she bore from US
south southeast. Ii did not take her over fl
teen minutes to disappear out Of sight, which
goes to 81 o. she possessed a great amount OF
speed. From all appearances and her strange
movements, we Judged htr to be a fllbuster.
"On the day before a small schooner came
into Horn Island pass from the direction Of
Chandelier Islands aud cast anchor, notwith-
standing the bad weather, the high, easterly
winds and very heavy seas. She STAYED there
until Tuesday morning, when she got under
way aud sterred southeast on the same course
of the supposed flibuSter. Some Of the men
alnft on the pilot boat declared they saw the
snoke Of steamer off shore. We have no
doubt in oar minds but that it WAS another
tilibustev expedition bound for Cuba.
"0n January 80 We spoke Of Horn Island
the Norwegian bark Orion, bound for Mobile"
The Pascagoula democrat-star., 1897-02-05
The Fancy Dress Ball.

The Fancy Dress Ball, which is to take place
at Odd Fellows Hall on the night Of Feb. llth,
is creating great deal Of interest among our
dancing people, and there is no doubt that the
affair will be successful in every sense Of the
word. The promoters Of this dance are well
known as most successful in every social ven-
ture thev undertake, and already many names
have been handed in to the manager 0t the
Opera House by those who desire to take part
in this, the most important social event Of the
season.
While persons in ordinary evening dress
will be admitted as on-lookers, no one who IS
not in fancy dress viii be admitted on the
floor to dance, and no masks are to be allowed, /,
as the affair is distinctly FANCY DRESS and not
MASQUERADE, as many have been informed.
The lovers Of good dance music will be re-
ioiced to know that Prof. Drago will be on
hand with his full band and the first up-to-
date music will be rendered, which will be q
treat to the dancers as well as to those who do
not dance, but can hardly fail to enjoy and ap-
precae the music from a frst-cldss string
band.
The floor will be managed BY Mr.. f. r. du
Mont, and this is equivalent to saving that
everything will be conducted smoothly and IN
the most ENJOYABLE manner possible.
Mr.. Smell, Of Bourbon street, New Orleans,
will oc at No,'S Hotel on Tuesday morning,
Feb. 9th, and will display on Tuesday, Wednes'
day and Thursday full line of beautiful cos
tunes, ranging in price from $3.50 to 50, aud
it will be possible for every person to make a
suitable and satisfactory selection from the
number of appropriate costumes Mr.. Smell will
show.
This ball is confidently looked forward to as
the event Of the season, and no effort on the
part Of the committee in charge Of the arrange
meu,s will be spared to make 1t the greatest
possible success. let every gentleman who
intends to go invite his ladies' Immediately so
that they NAV have ample time to prepare
their costumes. Dancers are requested to be
on baud before $50, when the grand march
Will take place.
The Pascagoula democrat-star., 1897-02-05
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The Pascagoula democrat-star., 1897-02-05

Dr. ii. j. Powell, Of Chicago arrived
here this week.
Mr. J. A. Witty has rented the Ros-
ambcau cottage on Porter avenue.
Judge r. ID. Wigginton visited
Scranton on business Monday last.
Mr.. Frank T. Jackson returned from
his outing at Glendale, La, Friday
last.
The Ocean Springs Lumber Co. is
making extensive Improvements TO
their mill plant.
The introduction by Mrs A. Elgin
OF Kansas City (Mo.) beef is great
boon TO our cpicureanS.
Miss Clara Seymour, Of Tch0utica
BoutIe, is passing week with her
friend, Mrs, A. Egin at this place.
Mr. and Mrs. Fred Staples, OF West
Pascagoula were called here by the
death Of Mrs. Lundy on Tuesday last.
Mrs. Colonel Scarborough and son
Charles, OF Shclbyville, Ill, are so
jOurning here for the benefit Oi the
young mans health
Arrivals at Hing House James
De lIavens, Mobile, d. A. Crippen,
MerIl!Ie, WIS, H. a, bogarduS, San
Francisco, Hollier JACKSON, Atlanta
The foundation is laid for a store
house building on the corner Of De
Soto and Washington avenues, ad
joining the residence Of Major r. A.
Nancleaye. RumOr has it that it will
be cll-StOckcd with merchandise
Some of our most nromincnr North.
nrn families are sending their children
To Miss f. c. VOLTS nrivatn school.
which testities to the MON esteem in
which that cstimaLIc teacher i, held
in this community
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DR.. II. W. Thomas, pastor OF the
Peoples church, Chicago, ILL.,. accom-
panied by his niece, Miss De Elite
Merrick, of AShvi!lc, n. G., is a dis
tingulshcd guest OF the Ocean Springs
Hotel Dr. Thomas, who was former
Iy prominent minister OF the McthO-
dist church has for 4 number OF years
been pastor Of the Peoples church in
Chicago. one of the largest congrcga-
tionS Of free wOrShippers in the
Windy City, comprising some OF the
most prominent and influential citi-
zens, This is not the Doctors iirSt
visit to the Gulf Coast, as the records
Of the DEMOCRAT-STAR Will show,