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The Globe-republican. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1889-1910, 1898-08-25


missioner Breidenthal and Secretary
of State Bush to stop a wholesale
Doodle deal on the selection of New
York fiscal agency is such rich read
ing matter that the populist managers
will keep it from the ''poor, down-trod-
dren" farmers of the state and will not
insert it in their book
Speaker Streets testimony about
that 500 bill being thrown at him b.
Harry Wilson, of the book trust, and
it sticking on his felt hat; also his re-
fusal to accept . 81, 500 Doodle on the
schoolbook bill will not 90 in. The
censor is afraid that some inquisitivs
populist would write in and ask for
additional Information concerning tho
matter.
The testimony of almost every popu.
list representative. showing that al
most every other populist representa-
tive was corrupt and had his hand out
in all directions during the leRisla-
tive session, as recorded in the pro-
ceedings Of the populist legislative in
vestigating committee, may find . place
in the republican handbook, but not
in the populist book, if Grant HarripR-
ton knows himself, and he thinks he
does
There will be no room for Speaker
Pro Tenn. Ed Weilep's famous saying:
This legislature is the most corrups
since the days Of Pomeroy."
The book will not contain Taylor
Riddles famous interview, declaring
that lit is useless for the populists to
pay any attention to the damned mig
gers, for they vote the republican
ticket like sheep" Neither will II
say anything farther about Riddles
sudden attack of heart failure after
being elected captain of the Marion
company of volunteers and discover
ing that he was likely to be sent where
there would be some fighting TO do
Censor Harrington will treat With
silent contempt the query made by N
inquisitive populist: "Why don't Iced.
proceed to collect the thousands Of
dollars from the Leavenworth Goa.
mining companies which he claims
they owe the state and which he
threatened to 90 after several months |
sgor Harrington has some regard
for tho feelings of John Atwood, legal
counsel for the eoncernA
The book will not contain detailed
account Of the operations Of AeNalPs
soad agents among eastern insurance |
epoesrns; nor the operations Of The
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17

Mrs. Jane VI. Reads Suit Against the
City on Trial in the city Court.

Mrs. Jane VI. Reads Suit Against the
City on Trial in the City Court.
The trial of the suit of Mrs. Jane M.
Read against the mayor and aldermen of
the city of Savannah, was taken up in the
City Court yesterday, Messrs. j. r. Saussv
and Walter c. Hartridge representing the
plaintiff and Mr.. S. &. Adams the defense.
The plaintiff claims 5000 damages to
property about three miles from the city.
on the ground that the city diverted the
waters of the Ogeechee canal so as to make
them run into Dundee canal, and therefore
overflow the property in question.
The incidents which led to the suit took
place in 1898. Mrs. Read owns plantation
of about GOO acres on. the Augusta road
about three miles from the city. At the
time in question 1t is alleged there were
10 acres of hay on the premises in a state
of cultivation. The waters of Dundee
swamp are drained off by Dundee canal
which runs through the plaintiffs proper
ty. The petition alleged that the city by
putting a trunk in the Ogeechee canal at a
point about three miles from the city
caused the water from that canal to flow
into Dundee swamp from where it flowed
into Dundee canal filling 1t up and flooding
the land surrounding. Thus 1t is claimed
the entire 40 acres of hay were destroyed
involving a loss of $1,000, and the land was
kept in a wet and soggy condition for q
period of several months involving further
damages to the extent of $1,000.
In answer TO these allegations the city
denied any responsibility for the damage
stating that the waters of the Ogeeches
canal had previously been averted from
their former outlet by a dam. built by the
Central Railroad in 1893 In July, 1888 the
city did put in a small trunk, Ii is stated
for the purpose of draining off the stag
nsnt wafer standing in the Ogeechee ca
nal, but it was a small trunk only u by
IA inches in size, and through 1t the water
flowed very slowly. 1t is stated that i
was impossible for water enough to have
been carried through this to overflow The
land as alleged. The city denies that The
damage was due to this action, and denie:
! responsibility for the damage.
Evidence upon these points were pre-
scented by counsel, and the arguments
were reached about O'Clock in the after
noon. The case will be concluded an(
presented to the jury this morning.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17
PORT SOCIETY FAIR CLOSED.
The Ladies AuxiIIary's Efforts Prov
ed Successful.

The fair under the auspices Of the La
dies Auxiliary Of the Savannah Port So
clety, which has been in progress two
days. closed last night. Its conduct and
the aid it has given the Port Society will
always be a credit to the ladies who helped
10 make II a success.
The number Of visitors at lunch and in
the earlier part of the night was not less
than it was the night before. If there was
any difference, it was in favor of the sec
ond night, for the reason many heard IA
vorable reports and were anxious to pay 1t
a visit and lend all possible encourage
ment to the ladies, who have spared
neither time or labor in their untiring eff
forts TO achieve success in the undertaking
and realize a sum which would materially
diminish the society's debt. Much time
has been given by them preparing for the
fair, and since 1t opened sacrifices have
been made by remaining at the building.
Supper was again served and sthe pro-
gramme was to auction off all articles
remaining The duty Of auctioneer was
assigned to Mr.. IT. NJ. Cunningham, Jr.,
who showed himself quite an adept in
making quick sales, even though some
of them were with small profits. The la
dies were around Mr.. Cunningham hand
ing him the articles and taking the re-
ceipts, which lasted something like an
hour. Everything was disposed of and
the net sum was quite satisfactory. There
were bargains in many of the things plac-
ed under the hammer, as for instance,
plates of cake, which would cost % cents
at any shop, were sold for a dime. Many
OF the other things were in proportion.
The public is fully informed as to the
purposes of the society and also has tangi-
BILE evidence of its usefulness. 1t is the
desire of the members that all who feel
interested in sustaining 1t as one of the
permanent and most helpful institutions
in Savannah, or in Georgia, will show
their interest by becoming members.
There is no tax on the time of any one
and those Identifying themselves with the
society will be fostering a cause for which
they will not have reason to regret.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17
GAILY Welded AT ST. PAULs.
Miss Anne Ketchum Becomes Mrs.
William r.. Hinton.

In response TO the invitations issued by
Mr.. and Mrs. William A. Ketchum to the
marriage OF their sister. Miss Anne Eliza
beth Ketehum, and Mr.. William Ransom
Hinton, a large number Of relatives ana
friends gathered at st. Paurs Episcopal
Church last evening to witness the cere-
mony.
The graceful decorations we're of palms.
which formed an arch in the chancel. while
The altar was adorned with Nephitos and
La France roses.
At half past eight the bridal party en-
tered the church, preceded by the ushers,
who were Mr.. T. j. Baker and Mr.. d. M
Smith. Following them walked the little
maid of honor, Miss Julia Leutze, dressed
in white muslin with pink ribbons and
carrying a boquet of La France roses.
The bride, who entered with her brother,
Mr.. William A. Ketchum, wore a gown Of
white organdie over white silk. with trim
mings of lace and sprays of white lllacs.
Her bridal boquet was of Nephitos roses
and maidenhair fern, and a veil of tulle
completed the costume. Mr.. Hinton, with
the best man, Mr. b. f. Finney, met her
a! the chancel steps, where the betrothal
service was performed. During the cere-
mony, which was conducted by Rev. j. l..
pSuAiSt MISS OAOSSpSildS lcHHSiSN tic Ill
termezzo from Cavaleria Rusticana.
Later, in the vestry room, the registry
was signed by the bride and groom in the
presence of their attendants, the congre-
cation remaining seated the while. Men
| delssohn's wedding march was played as
the bridal party left the church.
The attendants and immediate family re-
paired TO the residence of MIR. and Mrs.
William Ketchum after the ceremony, and
a r,Ie ant in p
! Mr.. and Mrs. Hinton will make their flu
ture home at 400 Duffy street, east. Mr..
Hinton is not a Savannahian by birth
| having come here from Raleigh a few
! years ago The bride is a sister of Mr.
! William Amos Ketchum of this city.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17
sAVANNAH's FIELD CLUB.
Strong Probability That "a Savannah
Man viii Take n Half Interest.


Mr. John Mcclure, the Savannah Base
Ball Clubs owner, was in consultation
yesterday with the officials of the Savan-
nah, Thunderbolt and Isle of Hope Rail-
way in regard to the railway giving the
club some assistance. The conference was
a long one, but no agreement was reach
ed. 1t is understood that Mr. MCGUIRE
has made two propositions to the railway
company, at the request of Capt. john
ston, and that one of them will be acted
upon to-day.
There is a strong probability that half
interest in the club viii be taken by a
Savannah business man. Negotiations to
this end are now in progress and will be
closed, it is thought, within the next few
days
Mr. Mcclure hopes to arrange his bus
mess here in time to leave Friday night
for New Orleans, as he desires to be there
for Mardi Gras, which Will begin Sunday
He received a letter from Manager Hus-
ton yesterday in which Huston says that
he is receiving letters from the players
every day expressing the hope that the
date at which they will report will be
set as early as possible. They all seem
eager for the playing season to begin.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17
CITY BREVITIES.

Policeman Tullis sent Dan Kelley to the
police barracks yesterday for drunkenness.
Kelley is Y years of age and was not
making his first trip to the station house.
Among the Police Court cases yesterday
was that of Joe Simmons, a negro aged
% years, charged with firing a pistol in
Chatham hall. He was turned over to
the City Court.
The Parsonage Aid Society of the Luth-
eran Church of the Ascension will give an
entertainment tonight in the Sunday
school room. There will be music, recita-
tons and refreshments.
Lucius Campbell colored, was not tried
in Police Court yesterday for assaulting
VIII Tut in Yamacraw. The case was
continued until to-day, when it is thought
Tut will be able to appear
Prof. and Mrs. L. W. Mehrtens u III
give a complimentary entertainment to-
night for Mr.. Joseph Steeg, formerly az
Savannah but now of the Royal Conser-
vatory Of Music a Cologne. There are
eight numbers on the programme Nv some
of the leading singers. players and elocu-
tionists of the city. The entertainment
viii be given in Mehrtens' music hail.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17
QUARANTINE TOO STRICT.
That Is the Opinion of Health on
Ger LeHardy.

That Is the Opinion of Health on
Ger LeHardy.
Health Officer LeHardy, after investi-
eating the quarantine systems and SANTA
ry conditions of Mobile and New Orleans.
is still more firm in his opinion that sa-
vannah's quarantine rules are entirely too
strict.
AT both Mobile and New Orleans" said
DIR. LeHardy yesterday, ballast is allow
ed TO be brought up to the city and is used
for filling in low places, and in building
wharves. If the vessel is from an infect
ed or suspected port the ballast is disin-
fected by dipping, after which it is allow
ed TO be brought up to the city Vessels
are only detained at the New Orleans quar-
antine two days, If infected, they are
treated and detained three days. Savan-
mans sanitary condition is infinitely SUI
perior to that of either New Orleans or
Mobile and yet no ballast is allowed to
be brought up TO the city at any time. even
after 1t has been disinfected.
our methods and facilities must he i'm
proved said Dr. LeHardy, IF we want
to compete with other ports. With the re-
strictions imposed by the marine hospital
service and by ourselves there is no pos
sibility of improvement. The quarantine
equipment of both New Orleans and Nh.
bile is up to date"
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17
CYCLISTS IN COLLISION.
Two Riders and "a Laundry Wagon
Bump Together.

The usual weekly bicycle accident at
Bull and Broushton streets was at 1870
o'clock last night. While it was not an
nounced at just what hour the exhibition
would come off, stin there was a crowded
corner.
The cast was composed of two cyclists
and a laundry wagon, driven by a little
negro. The exhibition was one of the
best arranged that has been presented
for some weeks. The two cyclists posted
themselves on Broughton and Bull streets
while the little negro stationed himself
and wagon near Broughton and Drayton
streets, having a lantern in his hand to
give the grand clash a thrilling effect
Policeman Higgins planted himself near
where the scene was 10 be enacted
Everything being ready, one of the cy-
clists started for the corner
from Bull, and the other from
Broughton. and the little negro
pitched down with his wagon and lantern
from Drayton. The cyclists ran head-end
together at the corner and their bikes bum
died up in the middle of the car track.
They then jumped to one side, having ar
tistically dismounted, and the negro drove
jam into the bikes and got the two wheels
tangled up in the horses feet and wagon
wheels. One of the bicycles was sadly
demolished and the other was considerably
shaken up.
Policeman Higgins walked to the wreck
and witnessed the acknowledgement. The
horse was cut on the legs considerably by
the bikes and the little negro showed signs
of stage fright. Some wanted the negro
arrested for reckless driving, but the Off
Ger refused to do it, saying he Witnessed
the performance and thought everybody
concerned was to blame.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17
LOCAL Personal.

Mr.. j. w. Hills is in Savannah from
Augusta.
Col George L. Gillespie left last night
for Washington.
Mr.. w, J. Pead of Albany spent yester-
day in the city.
Mr.. John NJ. Cranston was in the city
yesterday from Augusta.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. r. Cornelius of Nash
vile are guests at the Pulaski.
With the arrivals al the Pulaski yester-
day was Mr. b. NJ. Johnson Of Mayo, Fla.
Mr. Thomas Delahanty and Mr.. M. G.
Delahanty Of Philadelphia are in the city.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17
GRAND OPENING
OF Our New Oriental Tea Paine,

OF Our New Oriental Tea Palace.
You are cordially invited to attend the
reception and grand opening of our new
tea palace, 106 Broughton street. west
which has been elegantly fitted up in
oriental style cream and gold. chandeliers
and electric lights Of the latest and most
attractive designs. to examine and test ON
new crop teas and freshly roasted coffees
etc, Saturday, Feb -. The Great Allan
tic and Pacific Tea Company-ad.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17
WHITE AND GOLD.

A beautiful French China Cream
Pitcher.
A beautiful transparent china pitcher.
holding half a pint, Handsomely embossed
gold handle, etc, presented TO all pur-
chasers of teas, cQffees, baking powder.
SPICES. sauce. corn starch, condensed milk.
and extracts, during the opening, Satur-
day Feb. 10. Don't fail to attend. The
Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company.
LOG Broughton street, west.-ad.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17
Mrs. PhiIIip sehyvnrz Deoa

Mrs. Phillip sehwarz died in Atlanta yes
terday after long illness. Her remains
will arrive here this morning. and the
funeral will take place at $3.50 o'clock this
afternoon from No. 90 Liberty street
west. The lnterment viii be in Laurel
Grove cemetery.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17
BROKE HIS ARM BY A BLOW.
Ben It. Theus Knocked Out in an Az
fray by Charley LundaY.

ben OuN Al
fray by Charley Lunday.
Benjamin T. Theus had his arm broken
yesterday from a fstic blow dealt him in
an alteration with Charley Lunday. The
fracture was just below the elbow.
Policeman Tullis was at hand shortly
before the fight concluded and arrested
Lunday and sent him to the police bar
racks, where he was docketed on the
charge of assaulting Theus and breaking
his arm.
There appeared to be conflicting reports
about the matter. The officers said that
Theus was kicked by Lunday while on
the pavement and il was during this part
of the fight his arm was broken II is
also said the bow was a right hand
Fitzsimmons punch by Lunday. while the
two were standing. The injured man was
removed to his home, No. 500 Liberty
street, east, where his arm was dressed
by DR. W. w. Owens.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17
HAD A HARD TINE OF 1T.

scipio johnson Lost His Provisions
and Got Licked, Too.
Peter Brown (coloreO is fin ia1 from,
Justice Wickham's Court, charged with
an assault on scipio johnson, in Yama-
craw.
Johnson purchased a basket of prov,-
sions in market and sent them to his home
Brown and negro named Henry ChapIin
live In the same house with johnson. ana
when the latter got home, it was to ana
the other two negroes had carried Off The
provisions. He accused them and a fipbt
followed in which Johnson was ousted
from the place He obtained a warrant
and Officer Kiley made the arrest.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17
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FAVoRS RIVER IMPROVEMENTS.
Mayor Meldrim Endorses Congress
man FIeming's Project.

man flemtnS's Project,
Mayor Meldrim has written Congress
man William H. Fleming of the Augusta
district expressing his approval of the
project TO improve the Savannah river he
tween August and Savannah, and also his
desire to serve him in any way in forward
ing the project. Mayor Meldrim has also
written Congressman Lester on the sub
ject.
When seen yesterday, the Mayor said r.
Congressman Fleming, who has the mat
Ter IN hand should consider an official en-
uorseneh. by the City Council as desira
BILE, and should signify desire IN tho,
effect, the request will doubtless he
promptly and cheerfully responded to.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17
AT LAW OVER a CHILD.
Jimmie Edwards, COlOred, a hone of
Contention in Court.

The second trial of the contest between
Ben, F. Williams and Louisa Swinson for
the possession and guardianship of James
Edward, minor child of Lewis c. Edwards.
colored, deceased, was taken up in the
Superior Court yesterday. The case in
wolves dispute over about $500 worth of
property which goes with the boy, and
both want the guardianship. The trial Is
on an appeal from the Court Of Ordinary
In the Court of Ordinary yesterday let
ters dismissory were granted 70 A. V.
Chaplin. guardian of Nellie X. Chaplin.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17

Coughs and Hoarseness. The irritation
which induces coughing Immediately re-
lieved by use Of Browns Bronchial Tro-
chess Sold only in boxes.--ad.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17

The London Mail describes the still
continued practice of serenading the wild
ows at Burnham-on-Crouth on Christmas
Eve. Each widow has her five m,nutes
of singing and Importance When the
hymn is ended the leader knocks AZ the
widows door. 1t is at once opened. the
WIDOWS hand Is outstretched and into il
is placed a goodly amount in silver
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17

Men and medicines are judged by what
they do. The great cures by Hoods sar-
saparilla give it good name everywhere.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17
TO PLANT THE GRASS PLATs.
Park Commissions oRer to Property
Owners.

The Park and Tree Commission wants
householders TO improve their grass plats.
AT recent meeting of the commission it
was decided if the lot owners will break
up and prepare their grass plats for plant
ing and agree to protect them after they
are planted, the commission will fertilize
the plats and SOW them with grass seed.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17
War Sure.

Now let the jingoes yell and get ready
for the war. The Maine affair must be set-
tied and that at once. Before doin, -
though, the best thing for every abIe-bo5
led man is to go to Hicks and get one ~
his famous meals, or a special order
Hicks can prepare you for the war or for
peace. His restaurant is the finest on
the coast, and is open day and niqht-ad
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17

Rosenfeld's orchestra furnished the mu.
sic last night and will continue to do sc
through the season. The selections were
all good and the music was commented
upon. 'The Manhattan King March, "
composed by Mr.. 1. NJ. Rosenfeid was
played between the second and third acts
and was very much enjoyed.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-02-17

Continued on Third Page.)
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1898-04-12
"Counting Dut" Jinglss.

! wonder, by the way, where the ohil.
dren learn all those counting out" jim.
giles. Most Of them are absolutely mean.
ingless, and yet I venture to soy that they
are corruptions Of something that was once
in~telligibae. I met ali old, old woman at
. party last week. She was from Boston,
and she played games with a granddaugh.
tor from Dakota and another from some.
where In the south and a bevy Of Washing.
ton children. Each player took her turn
counting out, +" and grandmamma recited
Precisely the same Jingle that the Wash.
ington little folk use. ard T. vas known
to all the children there. Nobody ha6
learned 1t, but everybody knew II. l won.
der whore IL originated and what 1t meant
In tho first place. Washington Post.
Santa Fe new Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1898-1951, 1898-04-12
A ShadoWy Dream.

The free silver papers are trying very
hard to make capital for their hobby by
pointing to the fact that within the past
two weeks over $40, 900, 900 in gold has
come to this country from foreign lands.
The following is a specimen of the argu-
ments used in bolstering up their posi-
ton: notwithstanding the o%ft-repeat-
ed assertion that financial credit cannot
be maintained by a government which
agrees to pay its obligations. in coin,
the gold of the world continues to flow
to that center"
The reason that this government,
which agrees to pay its obligations in
coin, is'able to maintain its credit is that
the nations of the world know that in pay
ing debts the creditor can have any kind
of coin he may desire. gold or silver.
There is no iron-clad rule requiring the
issuing of any one kind, as the free sill
verites have tried unsuccesSfully to
have adopted. The payment of obliga-
tions in gold or silver is an entirely
different proposition from paying them
in silver only.
Suppose that the Popocrats and Silver
Gratis had been able to secure legislation
providing for the coinage of silver at the
rate of 1G to 1, and made silver the
monetary standard of value, would the
credit of this government have been main
tanned and gold have poured into the
treasury as it has? Not by about 81
cents on the dollar, and gold would have
gone out of the country much more rap
idly than it has come in. The tempta-
ton to trade As cents worth OF silver for
100 cents worth of gold would have been
too much for other silver producing
countries to resist. and the United
States would, by this time, have had all
the silver and the other nations all the
gold.
The theory of the free silver men is
very pretty to look upon, but until the
great majority of the nations arrive at q
definite understanding to restore silver
to it's former coinage value, it will re-
main nothing but a theory-practically
it Is a dream of the most shadowy sub
stance.