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The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-03-22
VETTER MAY GO TO THE GANG.
One Fine Does Not Seem to Stop the
Policy Lottery Institutions.

One Fbne Does Not Seem to Stop the
Policy Lottery Institutions.
If c. A. Vetter does not pay his fine
of $1,000, imposed upon him for running
a policy lottery, by this morning, he will
be taken out to the county chain-gang for
term of twelve months, given him by
Judge Falligant as an alternative SEN
tence.
Vetter is still in jail. where he went
when he failed to give bond for $1,000 at
the time the other policy lottery men were
told they could have until Friday to pay
up. Vetter has failed so far to make the
amount good, and there had been no in
dication that he will do so. The three
and are free.
There appears still to be every indica-
ton that the courts are defied and the
lotteries are still collecting the price of
tickets from negroes all over the city.
There is no doubt that they were kept up
for two weeks after the indictments were
found, and the wheels are to all appear
ances making back the money which
their operators had to pay the court
Many of the gamblers have stated that
If they were told by the courts that the
second offense meant the chain-gang they
would stop. The policy men were told so
by Judge Norwood, and they stopped for
about six months Some years ago they
were told that if they did not close up
they would have to go to the chain-gang.
The result was every gambling institution
in the city, policy lotteries and all, was
closed. 1t has been sometime since this
warning was given them except in the
case of the policy men. 1t appears they
have only a brief recollection of a warn
ing.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-03-22
NO EVIDENCES OF F0TT- prAv
Coroner GOette VIII Continue His
Investigations at sandHy.

Coroner Goette spent a portion of yes
terday at Sandfiy station on the Savan-
nah, Thunderbolt and Isle Of Hope rail-
road, investigating the charges of poison
ing in connection with the death of Will
liam Green, colored. who died there last
December. Three men are now under ar
rest on suspicion of having had some
thing TO do with Green's death.
The coroner could find absolutely no ev-
idence of foul play, but will continue his
Investigations to-day. He is satisfied that
Green's death was due TO consumption,
and that the talk of poisoning is due en-
trely to the ignorant and suspicious ma
ture of the negroes residing In the neigh
borhood.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-03-22
A FULL COURT WEEK.
Three Murder Cases Assigned For
Trial in the Superior Court.

Three Murder Cases Assigned For
Trial in the Superior Court.
The superior court will have a busy
time of it this week. Besides the Cason
murder case, which will be tried to-day.
the case of T. ]. Mahoney, charged with
assault with intent to rape upon little
9-year-old Mabel Cerveau will come up
for trial tomorrow. and on Wednesday
the case of Thomas " Ponder, charged
with the murder of Frank keenan,, will
be tried.
Ponder will then have his second trial,
he having been once convicted and SEN
fenced to a life term in the penitentiary,
but a new trial was secured for him, on
the ground that the evidence did not jus
tify the verdict of murder Two lays
have been set aside for this trial, in
which the state will be represented by
Mr.. w. W. Fraser, appointed solicitor
general pro tenn, because of the disquali-
fication of Solicitor Osborne, whose law
partner, Hon. Pope Barrow, appears for
the defense,
Friday the case of Patrick Connors,
charged with the murder of Thomas
Monroe on Christmas day two years ago,
will be tried, Connors case once resulted
in a mistrial He will be represented by
Messrs. p. J. O'Connor and T. S. Nor
gan, Jr.
This will dispose of all the murder cases
on the docket with the exception of that
of George H. Dyer, charged with the MUIR
der of William Titcomb. This case has
necessarily gone over for some days on
account of witnesses. 1t will come up at
this term If a day can be secured for it
during April. which has been practically
given up to civil business.
The cases of the parties charged with
keeping gambling houses will be disposed
of in the city court.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-03-22
YOU can save n DrunIsnrd,

Don't you know a drunkard who Is
worth saving? "Ant-Jag' makes one lose
all taste for strong drink, builds up the
system, removes all trace of dissipation,
and can be given secretly. All informas
ton gladly sent free In plain wrapper for
two 2-cent stamps to cover postage, by the
Renova Chemical Company, &c Broadway,
New York city.-ad
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-03-22
Gronn n Non NIust

But also to a means of relief Of the tor
ture-if physical-whieh produces the
groan. rheumatism is a profile source
OF agony in its acute inflammatory or
chronic forms. But IL may be annihilated
at It's birth with Hostetter's stomach Bit
ters, which, unlike the poisons In minute.
doses often prescribed for 1t. is perfectly
cafe. In malarial, kidney. bilious, dys-
peptic or nervous ailments the Bitters Is
certain source Of relief-ad.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-03-22
s,enIine Is in His Hire.

Joe Gordon, colored. completed a twelve
months sentence on the chain-gang for
larceny Friday. He arrived In the city
saturday and was arrested yesterday by
the detectives for entering another ne
gros house and stealing $50 In cash and
some clothing. Judge Norwood will prob
ably send him back to the gang Friday
for another twelve months.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-03-22
DIR. FAIRS VISIT ANNOUNCED.
He VIII Fiji the Independent Pulpit
Next Sunday.

Rev. william NJ. McPheeters, d. D., of
Columbia, s. c., preached yesterday
morning and last night at the Independ-
ent Presbyterian church. Or. McPheeters
Is no stranger TO the congregation OF the
Independent church. His visits to the city
have been frequent, and he has filed the
pulpit OF the Independent church num-
Der Of times.
1t was announced at the morning SER
vice that Or. James Y. Fair the pastor
OF Grace church at Richmond, Va, who
has been called to the pastorate OF tne
Independent church, will be here next sun
day to conduct the services. His alb
sence yesterday was on account Of the
death of his mother last week
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-03-22

Mrs. winslow's Soothing Syrup has been
used for children teething. 1t soothes the
child. softens the gums, allays all pain.
cures wind collie, and Is the best remedy
for diarrhoea. Twenty-Five cents a bottle.
--ad.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-03-22
Time.
Eastern Time.
pTu GEDTrTf

PULLMAN SERVICE.
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ers, Compartment, Observation and Din.
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Pullman vestibuled sleepers from sa.
vannah to New York, Savannah to Gin.
cinnati via Asheville, Columbia to Rich.
mond.
For detailed information, reservations,
etc, apply to any agent of the Southern
Railway or connections
w. H. GREEN, General Superintendent
J. M. CULP, Traffic Manager.
w. A. TURK, G. p. A, Washington, D. c,
s. H. HARDWICK, A.G.P.A.A Atlanta. Ca,
r.. W. HUNT, T. p. A., Augusta, Ca.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-03-22
A point to Rcmemhcr-

should take "a medicine which cures biood
diseases. The record of cures BY Hoods
Sarsaparilla proves that this Is the best
medicine for the blood ever produced
Hoods Sarsaparilia cures the most stub
born cases and Il rs the medicine for you
TO take II your blood Is impure
Hoods pills are the best after dinner
pill; assist digestion, cure headache. n
rante-a1
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-03-22
LOVELY FLOWERS

Beautiful designs. bouquets. plants ans $50, ~.
flowers. Leave orders at Resented N s,o
rays 35 Whitaker st.. or telephone t,-
KIESLINli. Take Belt Line railway ~
nursery on White Bluff road.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-03-22
| SNUG LITTLE FARM
FOUR ACRES FOR SALE.

Four acres on the Ogeechee road, a milo
and half from the car line, twenty
minutes drive from the Exchange, for six
hundred dollars. Almost on your own
terms.
This is sufficient land to raise enough
strawberries and vegetables, which If sold
to consumers the proceeds will support
family.
The time is fast approaching when the
most desirable homes will be built on the
well paved road leading from the city.
Then it will be too late for men of small
means to buy.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-03-22

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The Forrest City times., 1897-10-01
CASTORIA
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Leke Leonard, a negro convict work ing on the Court House excavation. took French leave" Monday, and : enjoying his freedom as yet.
 The figure played prominent art Tn muscadine hunt Monday, indu' ped in by the editor and family and Mr. Gaines. We found one muscad;pa. one fish, one squirrel. one dust, and notwithstanding many accidents ta harness and wagon, including one wheel off, we had one good time.
 Prof. w. J. Lanier closed hls school at Widener last Friday. where ie taught very successful and saiisfac- tory term An elaborate programme of exercises for the last day drew the attendance of large number of tLe patrons of the school, and the occasion was greatly enjoyed. Phf. Lanirr went to Ann Arbor. Michigan. Mon cay. where he will re-enter tfG lxy schocl. We wish him highest honogs.
 The enterprising merchants and citi- zpns of Madison. led by Messrs. Barker and Berry, have succeeded in re estaD- fishing the free ferry at that poinr The county contributes $50 in scri,. which. with an anxilliary fund suh scrlbed by citizens, will pay it's sN- peDse until January 1st. 1S9S Pet,r Covington had contracted to run the ferry privately. and deserves thanks for generously giving way to the oli order We are glad this great conven- fence has Teen put upon the free li>s again, and hope arrangements will b. made to continue it after January lst.
 l.. H. Potts was "warned i'm for road service last week, and ordered ], report Friday and Saturday. Faili ( to do so ,Hn time warrant was issI, Il for him directing that he appear before the Mayor on Tuesday. In the mean time Potts satisfied the Street Cammi s- sioner. or at least thought sn; by prtu.- isiBg to settle on Saturday, which hs did. and then proceeded to ignore ihe warrant. and did not appear as fhert 2 directed before his Honor, the Nayor- Wednesday morning Potts was ar rested and braDght before the May1r. and was fined S25 for contempt a,.i given in custody of the Marshal, wha placed him 'iin iimbo.n Potts pre- cured the services of Lawyer Preweit. ;. and while he was taking steps to app,s for writ of habeas corpus, the ii r against Potts was remittea, and the contempt case dismissed. He Was be 'il however under the warrant previous ! isxued. for failure to report for ,rns j duty. and trial set for 3 o'clock. Wrd nesday afternoon, at which time. after heari.is the evidence, a jnry of thes brought in a verdict of guilty. fxii Z his pants, ment at a fine of Sl0 ai .S trimmings. Potts thereupon prayei an appeal. w hieh was granted, and uis- less sooner C. ,mpromised, the matter will be heard in the Circuit Court when interpreta,' ions of the law will h- asked for. and the knotty points. | mDy, solved to the satisfaction of all cnncerned.
The Forrest City times., 1897-10-01
Bermuda Grass.

There is but one grass. and one only, that will take full possession of our lands and hold it's own through sum
 mer's heat and winters cold wet or dry, and that is Bermuda. It is peren
 nial. and if not choked out by rank vegetation will endure for all time. Moving will prevent this. It is as a permanent pasture, however, that we wish to advocate it. Every farmer should have suffieiency of it near his house for all his stock, ar should set to work now to prepare fo it's setting next spring by leaving implanted or unutilized all the ground he wishes to devote to it. It will feed more stock to the acre than any known grass, and Tor longer period All kinds of stock are fond of it. The value of an acre or good land sodded with it is unknown It IS useless to try new-fangled annual grasses so much vaunted in other sec. tons or by the agricultural press. Get you all the Bermuda your stock require
 You will never regret it. With this grass for green pasturage, spring, sum- mer and fall, and COW peas for hay in winter, farmer has all he nerds in this line. Oats for winter grazing fills the bill completely, Cantor Times.
The Forrest City times., 1897-10-01

| The gymnasium idea meets with | hearty approval.
 Clothing and Hats of all kinds and sizes at A. Meyer x Co.'s.
 E4 Just received at German & Co. $ Heinzs' Sweet and Sour Pickles, in bar | rels, Catsup ppnd Sauces.
 l Seven weeks to-morro since we had | a rain, and dust five inc hes deep, more l or less, abonnds everywhere. Mr. Frank Scott has been in town several days this week on business and visiting his family and friends. He has been on the sick list but is on the up grade and hustling for business.
 A rare article in small city is a good cup of coffee. But since Trice SS Alt man have had their new coffee urn, thlS can no longer incluoe Forrest City, because the beverage now served by them is simply deligh sfuly J. /. Neel was in town yesterday. lie says his cotton crop is no better thls Year than last, and that where he made 27 bales in '95 he will only make b this year, and, the pri is about the same. These conditions make cotton raising protitless busi,.ess.l
 Supt, J. D. Moore, Train Master Austin Ball, and Superintendent of Gar Service J. w. ainright, of the Iron Mountain railroad. passed south Monday on a tour, of inspection. They found everything in go od shape here. with twelve cars lcao ed and ready to go out. 'i '8
 There is no use taking pills or purg- atlves to cure the cliI Is. Dr. Bells Peppermint Chill Tome cures them by ltself. It does more than that-gives you new dress on the inside. It tones the system up and makes you strong It makes you feel some account. Sold on guarantee by D. .. Webb.
 J. Hubert Yadakin. and his sdaddyn -as ne calls his grandsre--spent a couple of days in Men iphis this week with relatives and fl rlends. The boy has been lame for som, time, and was taken to the Mitchell .N Maury Infirm ary. where he is to be treated as soon as Dr. John Maury reGurns from sum- mer vacation.
 The first Oysters of the season have been received at the pa rlor of irice x Altman, on South Side, where they are served at all hours iE every style at living prices, aud you can get the best Hot Coffee and Luneh in the city. Courteous treatment aad entire satis- faction is their aim. Your wants re- ceive their personal atte ntiOn and they invite your patronage.
 Solon II. Bryan. repi esentiug Win D. Upshaw Earnest Wilie). was in the city Monday and has billed the city for his principal for oiext Monday night at the opera ho Ise. Earnest Willie IS the Rolling Chair lecturer. and his subjects. smiles and Heart Throbs" and "C'imDIIry Upward,i have furnished him yardamt field Of thought, in which he has .awered him. self with much favorable comment.
The Forrest City times., 1897-10-01
If youwant frst-class Groceries go to H. A. Knight x Co.'S.

If youiwant iirst-class Groceries go to H. A. Knight x Co.'S.
 The Forrest City School Board me, Monday night. Further than the pay ment of several claims, there was no other business before the board.
 Everyone desires to keep informed on Yukon, the Klondyke and Alaskan gold fields. Send Oc for large Compendium of vast information and big color map to Hamilton Pub. Co.,, Indianapolis, Indiana.
 The following are the arrivals at the Forrest City Hotel (New Belser) for the week ending last night- c. ]. Springer. ]. F. Martin. St. Louis: Nj Isaacs, Haynes; J. S. Walker, Little Rock; R. J Williams, New Orleans; J. B. Casteel. City Transfer O.; Fred Al Ian, Louisville; E. ] Chalkley, Rich mond. Va; Jno. T. Hicks. Searcy; II :. A. Katterjohn, Paducah; Mir. Hamil- ton, city; II. w. Bartee. Memphis: Geo. R. Wilson. St. Louis; $. H. Bryan. Brinkley; Ben T. Davis. country; Geo. Apple. Cut Off; Miss Clara l.. Owen, Brinkley; R. A. Toombs. T. J. Keyer. Memphis; Will Clifford, E. Sparks. w. 5. Failupski, St. Louis, D. A. Mohler. Wideners; Dr. Wm. Crutcher and wife. city; G. N. Dunning. Searcy; w. F. Priystt. Memphis; Geo. F. Mapanus. New Orleans; c. A. Walker. city; F. B. Mcconnell. St. Louis; Jno. l.. Mills Pine Bluff; k. J. Matthews, Little Rock, Geo. M. Branch, St. Louis; w H. Parker, Little Rock; Jno. w. Gar rett. Memphis; A. G. Bailey. Wynne; w. c. Jordan. Paragould. T. $. Kava naugh, Humphrey, Ark; Mrs. F.. |. Taylor, Nashville, Tenn; l.. l.. Cur tiss. N. Stephens. J. F. Oliver, Mem phis; Sam W. Taggart, Newport; Duff Green, St. Louis; Thos. Day, Mem phis, J. R. Whorry. St. Louis; D. II Wood. Santa Fe. Colo; l.. J. Hales, Little Rock; w. D. Wall. St. Louis; c. H. Owens. Pine Bluff: Sol Rothchild Little Rock; John T. Oval. Goodwin; O. J. DeavOurs. J. w. Kenyon. Mem. phis; Louis c. Bernay, Little Rock.
The Forrest City times., 1897-10-01

', Quincy Tablets may be bad at the Newsstand.
 Heinz's barrel Pickles at II. A. Knight X Co. s.
 Stoves! Stoves. all prices and sizes at A. Meyer X Co.'S.
 A lot of second hand 5-inch hose for sale at E. T. Gray's.
 100 Mems sample Shoes at one-balf value: no two pair alike, at A. Meyer x Co.'S.
 Go to Germans Grocery and examine the staples and deicacies being receiv- ed daily,
 For sale or rent.-Four roorl house. conveniently located. Apply to John NJ. Prewett.
 Mrs. J. $. R. Cowan and daughter. arrived at home Saturday night after very enjoyable visit of several weeks with relatives and friends at Mos COW. Tenn.
 Prof. w. l.. Prewitt was in town Tuesday. He is looking for one of those fine horses which he recently purchased at a sale here, and whic,, has strayed.
 5. N. Landers. after protracted Illness Of several weeks with malarial fever. IS again able to be out, and his numerous friends are glad to see him on the streets again. Squire Boyle returned from Nash Vile Friday night, and Mrs. Boyle came in Sunday. having remained in Memphis to attend the funeral of the grandmother of Miss Kate Reilly. Miss Ava Taylor. who is visiting relatives and friends in Oklahoma. is expected at home about the middle of this month. Her many friends will bs delighted to welcome her to the social circles.
 The barn and contents which burned Thursday night of last week were cov- cred by insurance to the amount of S4O0. with Geo. r. Taylor & Co. An adjuster was here "Wednesday to settle the loss. Lawrence Branch. popular St. Louis drummer, was in the city We'd nesday on business, and was a guest of Mir. and Mrs. J D. Baugh and w. F. Braneon. They were "old friendsn in Tennessee. Work on the court house is now in full blast, so 10 speak. The force of artisans was largely increased Monday. and results begin to show themselves above ground. The stone work begun Monday. relieved the monotony to regular visitors.
The Forrest City times., 1897-10-01

After serious illness Hoods Sarsa- parilla has wonderful building up power. It puriies the blood and re- stores perfect health.
 For the St. Louis Fair, the Iron Mountain will sell round trip tickets for one fare-SS .98. Tickets will be on sale October Sd to Sth inclusive, with linal limit for return to October lIth. !. See w. $. Durborow, the agent.
 The immense freight business of our railroads this year is such as to cause universal comment. It depends on whether its ''gwine or a-comin'" to mean prosperity to this country. If it IS export-good for the people; if i'm port. the money paid for it goes to other lands.
 Ill whlSkies handled by us are guar anteed to be just as represented and the best to be had for the money. If llrst-class goods, fair dealing. courteous attention and appreciation of your pa- tronage deserves your consideration. then we invite your trade. T. C. Fol bre x Co.,. at the Magnolia
 The Little Rock X Memphis is run. ming double daily freight trains. and Still cannot accommodate the demand for cars. David Hatcher was in town yesterday. and We heard him say that he had been waiting week or more for cars upon which to ship logs. etc. out Of the bottom near blackfish bayou,
 It your eyes ever become tired. smart ana burn or feel heavy 25c will give you more comfort than you can inag- inc. If invested Tn tube of Suther- lands Eagle Eye Salve. Perhaps YOU never did nor never will have sore eyes-ths IS no sign your eyes do not need strengthening and your sight cleared.
 Mir. Richard Harwell Winfield. for merly of LaGrange, now of Forrest City, Ak. and who until lately was connected with one of tine largest busi- ness houses in St. Louis. leaves next week for Toronto, Canada. Dick has many warm friends in old FayeUte who wish him abundant success.-Som- ervllle CTenn.l Reporter and Falcon,
 Mrs. Walter German and daughter. Miss Elise, of Forrest City, Ark. are spending n pleasant visit with their cousin, Mrs Lucy Williams. at the Cossett Mansion. Master Henry Cor man has entered as student of Prof Bnllock's High School. Cor respondece, Somerville, (renn) Re- porter and Falcon.
 In another column may be noticed the announcement of Mrs. ! NJ. Nich- ois' School of Elocntion, including a brief synopsis of tue work contem- plated. It will be seen from this that her course of training is complete and thorough. and her acknowledged ability peculiarly fits her to teach the young mlfd. She will be glad to see all per sons interested. and go into details or furnish any desired information. Her terms are very reasonable. Suppose you seesher and arrange to give the children this course, which will be of so much value to them through life.
The Forrest City times., 1897-10-01

Paul Pore has accepted clerkship ws,h Wi! Kirk.
 A female cigar tourist was in town one day this week.
 Mrs. Emma Cummings is having a new veranda built at her cosy home
 E. ]. Barrow went to Tennessee Monday to visit his family and friends.
 Judge R. T. Scott was seriously ill the first ot the week, but is feeling bet ter. and is able to be out.
 E. II. Gooch, the sweet singer and all-round musical moken went to Memphis Saturday, on business.
 K. ]. Lanier and bride returned from their bridal tour Tuesday, and we learn have gone to housekeeping at the Lanier place.
 Notification cards to the number of about 100 a day have been sent out by clerk Mallory this week, as d result of the equalization.
 C. B. Bal ker, of Madison, was in town Tuesday On business. He is looking after d sum of money recently paid a travelling salesman for goods.
 ]. II. Dunavant & Co. continue to add to the attractiveness of their store. X series of handsome paintings now decorate the shelving, and are worth S s.eing.
 The congregations at the Methodist chu rcli have been large this week Pres iding Elder Smith preached Sun day .aight. and his remarks were en- joyed by all present.
 The United States government has arranged to send a carload of game fish to Hot SL rings. with which the Ouacbi- ta river will be repleDished. It will consist principally of bass and croppie,
 G. w. Xii by was in town yesterday and we had The pleasure of chat with him on certain mysteries of the occult sciences, in which he is quite we'll versed. Marie Corelli's Romance of Two Worlds ought to please Mir. K. very much, as it certainly did us.
 The store of A. Meyer tS Co. was closed Saturday on account of the death of Mir. A. MeyAr's father, which oc- cured In Baltimore, Md. Mir. Meyer left Saturday evening 10 attend the funeral. THE TI,nss extends condo lence to the family in their bereave- ment.
 THE TIMES prints all the news, including such items as are of gen. eral interest to the farmers. It cov- CTS the entire field, and if you want to keep posted on the happenings. or wish to reach the people by an advertise ment, you must do so through this me- dium. There is no other.