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The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-07-15

1t is only possible at present, says the
Ibis, to collect data from the duration of
lives of birds in captivity; evidence other
purely matter Of theory as to whether
the natural possible life is greater than
that under the unnatural condition of
captivity. There are records of a night
ingale having lived twenty-five years a
thrush seventeen, a biackbird that was
still alive az twenty and a half, gold
finch twenty-three. skylarks of twenty
four and twenty. Ravens. owls and cock e.
atoOs are popularity supposed TO live to a
very great age, and the following records
appear to be authentic: Raven, 30: gray
parrot. 30 and 40; blue macaw, g.; eagle
owls, Sc, and one still alive al g. some
aquatic birds appear to live 60 a ripe Old
age, for we hear of a heron of Co. goose
so, mute swan 10 1t is doubtful whether
any of the foregoing ages are any true
guide as TO the longevity of the actual
families the birds represent. or, indeed
whether the possible age of one family eX-
ceeds that of another, but the records are
of the investigation of this most dificulf
question. The coloring of a bird in perfect
health and the texture of it's feathers nre
exactly the same at so as at ). and those
signs that are popularity put down TO age
such as hleached and faded plumage ana
miSShapen claws or beaks, are attrihufa-
BILE to unna tura, conditions of some kind
The great tcnacity of life some birds nos
sess when deprived of food is marvellous
and the following instances are given:
Golden eagle, ? days; an elder duck Is:
an albatross, 80, and a penguin (Apteno
dntesl, 1t Is stated. can live two months.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-07-15

GEORGIA, CHATHAM COUNTY
Whereas, Christian Ubele, has applied to
to Court OF Ordinary for letters dismiss
sorry as administrator on the estate of
Christian Ubele, deceased.
These are, therefore, to cite and admon-
ish all whom it may concern to be ano
appear before said court to make objec-
ton Of any they have) on or before. the
sixteenth day OF August next otherwise
said letters will be granted
Witness, the Hon Hampton L. Ferrr.
ordinary for Chatham county, this the
18th day Of May. 1899
FRANK f. KEILBACH.
Clerk c. O.. c. c.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-07-15
LEGAL NOTICES.

GEORGIA, CHATHAM COUNTY
whereas, Jordan F. Brooks has applied
TO Court Of Ordinary for letters dismissory
as guardian of the property of Josiah G.
and Lila A. Low. minors.
Ihese are, therefore, TO cite and adj
monish ali whom it NAV concern 10 he ana
appear before said court to make obieo-
tion qf any they have on or before the
hrst Monday in August next, otherwise
said letters will be granted.
vii, vines the Honorable Hampton L.
reIflli' ordinary for Chatham County,
TINS the 3Oth day of June. 1899.
FRANK e. KEILBACH
Clerk c. o.. c. C.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-07-15
ANOTHER CHILD SUFFERS.
From the Explosion of Can OF
Kerosene Oil.

Kerosene Oil.
A negro child, living with her parents at
the corner of Anderson and OFT streets.
was seriously burned in an explosion caus-
ed by an indiscreet use of kerosene yester-
day afternoon. The child was attempting
to make a fire when the accident happened,
and taking the can of oil poured its con-
tents on the smouderiug embers on the
hearth. There was an explosion, and be-
fore help could arrive the child was ba1iy
burned about the face neck and body. DR.
Lloyd was called and dressed the wound
He wanted to have her sent to the infrm-
airy, but the mother would not consent to
this course in the absence of her husband
1t is not thought. while the wounds and
burns are serious that the child will die
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-07-15
CHARGED WITH WIFE-BEATING.

j. f. Burch Is second Time Behind
the Bars.
J. H. Burch, young white man, was
arrested last night on a disgusting charge
1t is asserted by his wife that he entered
the house in which they have been living
in a drunken condition, and that he cursed
abused and beat her.
Burch Is the cily salesman for Smith
Bros, who was involved some time since
in very serious complications. lie has
been employed for a long time by Messrs
Smith, and enjoyed their complete conf
dence. He was arrested for the larceny
after trust of something like $500, and for
some time Kept in Jail. The matter vas
finally arranged, and the young man re-
leased and taken back TO work by the
firm. His last exploit would seem to dem
oustrate that he is scarcely deserving of
their continued confidence.
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entertainment AT INDIAN
AP0LIS,

Mr. w. Fl. Preston of GOA COS Temple
Court, Atlanta, visited indianapolis several
weeks ago with view of making arrange
ments for entertainment of the Georgia
Leaguers. He reports as follows: First
class hotels 81 per day; first-class boarding
houses 81 to $50 per day; choice rooms to
be had for so cents per day, giving parties
privilege of taking meals where desired.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-07-15

When Capt. Coghlan late commander
Of the Raleigh, reached his old home ar
Beleville, H., the whole town turned out
10 greet him, and now fund is being
raised to erect statue Of the captain in
the town square,
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-07-15
Savannah, Ga, June 10. 1899.
NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CRED
ITORS.

ITORS.
GEORGIA, CHATHAM COUNTY
Notice is hereby given to all persons hay
ing demands against Mamie L. Neffer.
late of said county, deceased, to present
them to me, properly made out, within
the time prescribed by law, SO as to show
their character and amount, and all per-
sons indebted to said deceased are re-
quired to make immediate payment TO me.
A. JESSE IVES.
Administrator.
Savannah, Ga, June 8. 1899.
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n. =. SMITH.
LEGAL NOTICES.
Traffic Manager.

~--~--~-~>->~-~-~-~~~~-~~
NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CREDIT
ORS.
GEORGIA, CHATHAM COUNTY
Notice is hereby given to all persons. hav-
ing demands against Moses Y. Henderson.
late of said county, deceased, to present
them to me, properly made out within
the time prescribed by law, so as to show
their character and amount; and all per-
sons indebted to said deceased are reoulr-
ed to make immediate payment to me.
MARY e. HENDERSON.
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W. F. Green, editor Wesleyan Cbrisn,,
Advocate.
w. P. Lovejoy, presiding elder South At.
lanta district
H. L. Edmondson. pastor st. Paurs NJ
E. Church.
H. J. Ellis pastor St. Johns NJ F.
Church
VIM. o. Butler. pastor East Atant,
Methodist Church.
B, F. Frazer, pastor Walker strees
Methodist Church.
W. E. STadley. pastor Trinity Church
w. F. Quillian, pastor Grace M n
Church 'i H'
R. F. Fakes, pastor Merrltts Avenue
J. B. Allen, pastor Payne Memorial
Church 'a'
r. G Betterton, pastor Decatur M. f.
Church, South
Charles l.. Bass. District Secretary Ell.
berton District
J: W. Quilian, pastor, Marietta, Ga.
Wizard W. Wadsworth, Presiding Elder.
Griffin District
Ca '''7e'
Miss Daisy Davies. Atlanta.
D. f. Luther, General Secretary Y. NJ.
c. A, Atlanta.
A R. Marbut, First Vice President South
Atlanta District.
Miss Elmyr Taylor, Second Vice Presi.
dent Macon. Ga.
Rev. K. Reid Americus.
Lott Warren, Americus
Mrs Julia Lester Dillon. Augusta
Irwin Alexander, Secretary, Augusta
District.
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NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CRED
ITORS.

GEORGIA, CHATHAM COUNTY
Notice is hereby given to all persons hav-
ing demands against Jane M. Young. lats
of said county, deceased, to present them
to me- properly made Out. within the time
prescribed by Jaw, SO as to show their
character and amount; and all persons IN
debted TO said deceased are required to
make immediate payment to
JORDAN +. BROOKS. Executor.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1899-03-15
aROUT PEOPLE.

Miss Laura Parish has returned from
Clover, where she has been visiting
relatives and friends.
Representative Mellow, of the peni-
Tertiary investigation committee, re-
turned home yesterday.
Miss Laura Bellows and Miss Ella
Love, of McConnellsville, visited in
Yorkville last week.
Mrs. Alfred Aiken and Miss Talula
Stands, of Spartanburg, are visiting in
Yorkville, the guests of Captain l.. M.
Crisis family.
Mr.. J. J. Hunter left yesterday for
the northern markets for the purpose OF
selecting a handsome line Of spring
goods. He expects to be gone about a
week or ten days.
Surgeon T. Sumter Bratton, Third
Cavalry, U. S. A., after spending few
weeks furlough with friends and rela-
tives in Yorkville, returned to his post,
last Saturday, at Tybee, Savannah, Ga.
While cutting a piece of rope a few
days ago, Supervisor Culp stuck a
knife in his thumb, inAicting painful
wound. Now, with his thumb tied up
and black eye, he looks as if he had
been engaged in fist fight.
Mr.. r. w. Speck says that when he
gets into his new storeroom, he propo-
ses to carry several side lines, includ-
ing fine stationery, fine umbrellas and
fine pocket knives. The last two lines
are especially needed in Yorkville, and
it is likely also that MIR. Speck will
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1899-03-15
McCONNELLSVILLE MATTERS.
Rain Retards Oat Sowing-Notes About
People Coming and Going.


People Coming and Going.
Correspondence Of the YorRville Enquirer.
MCCoNNELLsvILLE, March 14.-It
is raining again this morning, much to
the farmers discomfort, as many had
begun sowing oats yesterday. There
has been no plowing done here yet
scarcely and and no gardening at all
Messrs. S. H. Love and J. T. Craw
ford are hauling out cotton, having
sold to Mr.. S. B. Latham, who was ir
town yesterday.
The merchants here find times right
dull. Their only amusement is open
ing up new goods.
Mr.. Miller, section master on this
part of the c. & NV, has moved
into the house formerly occupied by
Mrs. Lizzie Love.
Mrs. Marion Moore and her little
son, of Jackson, KY, are expected
here on visit to relatives soon.
Miss Massie Ashe entertained few
of her friends last Friday night. They
enjoyed it very much in spite of the
bad roads and deep mud holes, which
some had the misfortune to get into.
Miss Belle Love gave a delightful
dinner to several of her friends or
Saturday.
DR.. D. E. Mcconnell and Mr.. Frost
Terrence, of Gastonia, spent severa
days here hunting not long ago.
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Wednesday, March Is, 1899.

wheels. At the first revolution of the
wheel there happened an accident.
The boys head struck against a foot
board, or something, and he fell to the
ground. Blood gushed from his nose
and mouth, and within less than five
minutes he was dead.
Coroner Brian made a preliminary
investigation of the incident and came
to the conclusion that no inquest was
necessary. The boy was from Chester.
He had been in Yorkville only about
a week, during most of which time he
had been employed by Mr.. II. I.
Grist to run errands, etc.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1899-03-15
make a creditable showing with the

make creditable showing with the
first.
Superintendent Dendy, of the York
vile graded schools, was called tc
his home near Ricbland, S. c., last
Saturday by telegram that Informed
him of the serious illness of his father
He writes one of his friends here under
date of Monday that after missing con
nection in Gastonia, he reached home
at 8 o'clock Sunday morning, and
found the condition of his father to be
critical; but on Monday had reason to
believe that the signs of Improvement
were encouraging.
Mr.. Joseph A. Smith worked in
Yorkville all day last Saturday at his
duties in connection with the town
ship board of assessors, and in the at:
ternoon suffered slight indisposition
that seemed to be in the nature of ap.
poplexy. His condition was such that
Mr.. R. R. McCorkle deemed it advisa.
BILE to accompany bim home. The
latest information from him was to the
effect that he has about recovered
his normal condition.
Mr.. John B. Whitesides, of Hickory
Grove, came to Yorkville last Satur-
day over the Howell's Ferry road, and
the mud on the old gentleman's cloth.
ing showed that he had quite "Wa.
ter's Hill" experience. 1t was out
near what is known as the "Stewart
place." Improper and inadequate
drainage had gotten the ford in fearful
condition, and the reporter is Informed
that it was necessary for Mr.. White
sides to get out of his buggy before he
could extract it and his horse from the
mud in which they became tangled. He
went home by another route.
Congressman Finley returned last
week from Washington, after very
pleasant visit, during which he met
many leading senators and members oi
the house from all parts of the coun'
try. He visited the various depart.
ments and picked up much informa.
tion that will facilitate the discharge
of his duties. Ex-members of the
house are entitled to the privilege Of
the floor, and, by a coincidence, it
happened that during Congressman
Finley's visit, the Fifth Congressional
district had three representatives OIL
the floor at one and the same time
Hemphill, Strait and Finley.
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Mr.. BRYAN ON 1900.
The Democsa satic Candidate Should Be the
Man Who Can Command Most Votes.

The Democsatic Candidate Should Be the
Man Who Can Command Most Votes.
The Chicago Verdict, in its issue OF
Monday, makes public for the first
time an interesting letter that was
written by VIM. J. Bryan to Chicago
editor in 1897. The letter is dated
Lincoln, Nebraska, November 26, 1897,
and after referring to personal matters,
goes on to say
GAS think stated in my letter to
Mr.. Flower, 1 am in favor of the initia'
tive and referendum as far as it can be
applied TO our conditions, aud assisted
in the adoption Of such plank in our
state convention; but believe an at
tempt to give that such prominence as
you seem to give it, means harm rath-
er than advantage to the other reforms
upon which the people are ready to
act. 1 may be mistaken, but such is
my opinion. In your letter you add
the subject of government owner
ship of railroads, although your circu-
lar does not mention this. You are in
error in supposing that have advocat-
ed the government ownership of rail-
roads. l have been so busily engaged
in the study and discussion of the
questions which have been Immediate
ly before US that I have never had op-
portunity to examine into the effect of
the government ownership of railroads
in other countries. Events have forced
certain issues into the foreground, and
the people are ready to act upon them.
To invite them to pass over these
questions and take up new ones will be
a confession that we were wrong last
fall, and weaken the force of our argu-
ment.
l note what you say in regard to
those whom you represent to support
me in 1900. l think 1900 is too far
ahead for US to know who may be the
most available at that time. We
are entitled to the most available man,
whoevever he may be, and the events
of the next three years will be needed
to aid us in selecting him. Those who
are trying to overthrow the reign of
plutocracy inaugurated by the Repub-
lican party, will have to do the best they
can, each following his own judgment,
and 1 trust that our forces may be con-
centrated under certain reforms held
in common, rather than divided when
the next battle begins. 4
(Signed) "W. J. BRYAN"
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SQIITH CAROLINA NEWS.
A Troublesome Distiller.

A Troublesome Distiller.
Colleton Press: Hammond Thomp-
sons improvised whisky still is getting
to be a source of considerable expense
to this county. 1t will be remembered
that Thompson and his alleged still
were before the circuit court during
the recent session, and that they were
tried upon the charge of violating
the dispensary law. Thompson was
acquitted and no fault was found
with the so-called still by the jury
which sat on the case. 1t was estimated
that the trial of the case cost the
county in the neighborhood of $500.
Solicitor Sawyer was disgusted with
the whole business and mol pressed
several other cases of similar charac-
ter, stating that, in his judgment, con-
viction could not be secured. Last
week, it is understood, Thompson's
still was again captured by dispensary
constables, and the presumption is that
it and Thompson will be forced to 6g-
ure in the next court. Now we sub
NIT that it would be a profitable in
vestment for the county TO purchase
this alleged still and put it out of the
reach of the constables. AS a wash
pot and worm it is worth but a few
dollars but the county might pay sew
eral hundred dollars for it and save
money.
The Pinckney Inquest.
The Pinckney inquest re-assembled
in Charleston last Saturday afternoon.
There was no new evidence and the
Jury washed its hands of the matter
by rendering the following verdict :
"That the said Thomas Pinckney, Jr.,
was feloniously killed by gunsbot
wound or wounds, inflicted on the body
of the said Thomas Pinckney, Jr., be-
tween the hours of IL. m. and l a. M,
on 26th day of February, A. D., 1899,
on the west side of Pitt street, a short
distance south of Calhoun street, in the
city of Charleston, S. c., by some per-
son or persons to the jury unknown,
of which wound, or wounds, the said
Thomas Pinckney, Jr., died on Febru-
ary %, A. D. 1899, at about l o'clock
a. m. And so the said jurors afore-
said, upon their oaths aforesaid, do
say that the aforesaid Thomas Pinck-
ney, Jr., was killed and murdered by
some person or persons to the jurors
unknown, against the peace and digni-
ty of the state aforesaid" Although
the general feeling in Charleston is to
the effect that the jury could have
done no better with the facts at hand,
still the people are not satisfied. They
hope that the grand jury will act upon
the instructions of Judge Klugh and
take the case in hand. The mayor OF
Charleston has offered $500 reward.
This has been supplemented by $500
from the relatives of Mr.. Pinckney,
and now an effort is on foot to get the
governor to offer $400 from his contin-
gent fund and make the total amount
81, 900. In addition to this, there has
been more or less talk of employing
Pinkerton detectives to make the most
thorough investigation of the case that
they can.
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GRIST {: Il ''i;:; COUSINS. {; j Ms,
Do You Plant In the Moon?

GONE people. plant in the moon, so
y they say. Others plant in the ground.
A friend from the country sald 10 us tne
other day that he always gave the ground
nreference because he was afraid if he
planted in the moon "she" might not be
convenient when he wanted the increase.
We have New York state Seed Irish Pota-
toes and they are in fine shape. We could
have bought western grown potatoes for
less money but experienced potato rails
ers assure us that the latter are not to be
compared with the northern grown as po-
tato producers, and are said not to be so
liable to the ravages of the bug. We also
have FERRY'S GARDEN SEED.
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COME! SEEIFIDON'T.

have few Hams-something nice,
That Pm going to sell at very low price,
So if you are fond of hog meat
This will certainly prove a rare treat.
ANYTHING kept by the groceryman,
Whether it be in box, bag. barrel or can,
Is to found at the Opera House Store
And is sold by the pound, gallon or more.
Here you find variety that will please,
For have Soda Crackers and Cheese.
have some delightful keg White Fish
Which makes superb breakfas dish.
For dinner and supper I'm also supplied
With substantials whose merits cannot be
denied.
If you are chewer of the weed"
'spect I can furnish what you need.
Now, in conclusion please let me state
That NV entire stock is up-to- date.
CLARENCE P. LOWRANCE.
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A Word About Bicycles.

We are still in the Bicycle business anu
will continue to handle the MONARCH
and DEFIANCE and will be able to fur:
nisb brand New 1899 models at from S25
to 40 in chain wheels and the Monarch
Chainless at SG5. We hardly deem it nee
essary to 90 into details as we have reason
to suppose that everybody in this section,
including riders and agents for other
wheels, know that the MONARCH
WHEELS are the best on the market,
and we think we should be able to do the
business in view of the fact that we are
able to give as low prices rs can be gwen
OH any wheel of any recognized merit.
GRIST COUSINS.
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AT THE CHURCHES.
BAPTIST,

Rev. Edward s. Reaves, Pastor. Pray
ermeeting tomorrow evening at 7.3O.
PRESBYTERIAN.
frRev. w. G. Neville, pastor. Prayer
meeting this evening at 700 O'Clock.
TRINITY METHODIST EPISCOPAL.
Rev. A. N. Brunson, pastor. Prayer
meeting this evening at ZOO O'Clock.
ASSOCIATE REFORMED.
Rev. Boyce H. Grier, pastor. Pray
er meeting this evening at O'Clock.
CHURCH OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD.
Rev. J. G. Johnes, Rector. Services
his morning at 10 o'clock, and this after
noon at 4.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1899-03-15
LOCAL LACONICS.
"The.Breezy Time" Company.

"The:Breezy Time" Company.
Fitz & Webster's "Breezy Time"
company arrived on the southoound 5.
C. & G. train yesterday to fill their en-
gagement at the operahouse last night.
The company has been making big
hits in all the surrounding towns, and
except for the weather, had a good
prospect of a full house last night.
Manager Herndon guaranteed not only
a good clean show; but lots of fun.
Lost In the Mails.
Our Camp Columbia correspondent
Sergeant Augustus Deal-advises US
that he sent THE ENQUIRER a long
letter on February 19. 1t has evident
ly been lost in the mails somewhere,
and there are no doubt many readers
of THE ENQUIRER who will be disap.
pointed. The general verdict in this
section is that there are but few cor
respondents in Cuba who write more
Interestingly than does Sergeant Deal.
Mag Dogs at Large.
Mad dogs are at large in Fort Mill
township. One passed through week
or 10 days ago aud bit pig belonging
to Mr.. John Stigall and two cows be-
longing to Mr.. Fred Minis. The pig
and the COWS afterward showed signs
of hydrophobia. The original mad
dog was killed but the understanding
is that it bit quite number of dogs in
the vicinity and there is more or less
uneasiness as to possible developments.
Naval Cadetship.
Congressman Finley has the appoint
ment of a naval cadet from the Fifth
congressional district and has decided
to make the selection of the beneficial
ry as the result of a competitive ex-
animation. This examination, he has
decided, will be held in Rock Hill, on
Tuesday, May 2, and it will be open to
all the boys of the district between the
ages of Is and 20, who may have as.
pirations in the direction indicated.
In connection with the mental exam
ination, there will, of course, also fol-
low strict physical examination.
Burglary at Blacksburr.
Cherokee Investigator The peace
fulness of our city was disturbed Tues
day night by burglars. About mid
night someone forced their way into
O. A. Osborne's store by breaking out
a glass in the front door. They took
some goods to amount of 80 or 50, and
made good their escape. Someone pass
ing saw the glass broken and gave the
alarm. Chief Duncan was notified
and appeared Oh the scene with two of
his bloodhounds. They tracked them
out in the country several miles, and
it being dark the chief lost sight of his
dogs and had to return. Later in the
day, Wednesday, someone came to the
city and brought one of the hounds.
The other came home itself.
Accident at the Mills.
The York Cotton mills were closed
down from Thursday afternoon until
Monday at 6 p. M, as the result of
serious accident to the big engine
which drives the machinery. A bolt
head worked loose and dropped off in
the cylinder, and instead of the burst
ing out of the cylinder head, the usu-
al result in such cases, the piston rod
was so badly bent that it could not be
removed with tools and appliances at
hand. 1t was necessary to send to
Charlotte for assistance and it was not
until Monday afternoon that the en-
CINE was gotten in working order