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The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27
NO MOB AFTER WILL LEONARD.
Negroes Are willing for the Law to
Take Its Course

Talbotton, Ga, Oct. 26.-The statement
In a Georgia paper to-day that in the
event win Leonard, the negro who muir
dered his wife and mother-in-law, is
not executed Friday, the negroes would
organize mob and take him from che
Jail and shoot him is incorrect No mob
has been formed and there is no evidence
of any trouble. The negroes are quiet and
are willing for the law to take its course
A motion for new trial will prevent
the execution tomorrow, which was the
day set for him to be hanged.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27

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BROOKS-The friends and acquaint-
ances of Mr. and Mrs L. B. Brooks and
Mr.. c. NJ. Roberts and family are invited
to attend the funeral of the former from
his late residence. 3O4 Oglethorpe avenue.
east, al $3.50 o'clock this afternoon. Au-
gusta papers please copy.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27
DEATHS.

~----~--~-~~---~-~---~-~
KINZIE.-Died, John H. Kinzie, Jr.,
only child of John II. and nellie Reed KIN
zie. at Savannah. Ga, Oct. %, 1899.
Funeral private. Chicago. III, and Ce-
dartoMn. Ga. papers please copy.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27
Wedding at Boston. Ga.

Boston, Ga. Oct 26.-Dr. Everett Dan
iels aud Miss JAMIE Taylor were married
last night at the Methodist Church by
Rev. J. W. Arnold. The church was ar
tistically decorated. A very large crowd
of friends witnessed the ceremony The
newly married coupe left on an early
train for a trip North.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27
The GERMANIA BANK
SAVANNAH. GA.

SAVANNAH, GA.
Capltal 31VO,UDO
Undivided profits ...................... $1,000
This bank offers its services to corpora
tons, merchants and individuals
Has authority to act as executor, adj
rninistrator, guardian, etc.
Issues drafts on the principal cities N
Great Britain and Ireland and on the Con-
tinent.
Interest paid OF compounded quarterly
on deposits in the Savings Department.
Safety Boxes for rent.
HENRY BLUM, President.
/. r. TIEDEMAN, Vice President
John NJ. HOGAN, Cashier
WALTER T. HOGAN. Asst Cashier.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27
SPECIAL NOTICE.

Neither the master nor consignees of the
German bark India will be responsible for
any debts contracted by the crew.
STRACHAN & CO., Consignees.
Savannah, Ga, Oct. q, 1899.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27
MEETINGS.
PALESTINE CONIMANDERY NO. 7,K.I

PALESTINE CONIMANDERY NO. 7,K.T.
Attention Sir knights: Attend 90
regular conclave at your asy. O. A@LA
Ium O'Clock this evening %RsasY
Visiting Sir Knights are cordially invited
to attend. By order Of
H. E. WILSON, Eminent Com.
W. s. ROCKWELL, Recorder.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27
MEMS SACK SUITS,

Single or double-breasted, blue and black
cheviot, elegantly lined, carefully tailored
$6.75. at
LEOPOLD ADLER,s
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27
WOOD YARD SITE FoR SALE

one of the best in the city, on the line
of S, f. & w. Railway. just south OF
Anderson street, and out of city taxation.
Win sell on easy terms.
NJ. J. SOLOMONS,
IA Bryan street east
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27
WALL PAPER, PAPER HANGING.

We carry complete assortment of latest
style papers, and employ only best artists
See our goods and get our estimate be-
fore giving out your work Our prices the
very lowest.
SAVANNAH BUILDING SUPPLY CO..
Corner Drayton and Congress.
Phone 519.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27

Hawaii is said to have more telephones
in use in proportion to the population than
any other locality in the world.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27
TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY

rake Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets.
All druggists refund the money IL II fails
70 cure e: w. Groves signature is on
each box. 25c.-ad.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27
FURNITURE AND GkNEhAL MER-
CHANDISE STORAGE

Can be had at the District Messenger and
Delivery Companys warehouse, 30 to 80
Montgomery street, on reasonable termA
The building has been thoroughly over.
hauled and repaired, and now offers I'M
surpassed facilities foC the storage of all
kinds of furniture. Van, express wagons
and messengers furnished. Pianos and
furniture packed for shipment and renov"
cd with care. Telephone 2.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27
MEMS CUTAwAY SUITS,

Fine clay weaves, diagonal, lined with su-
perior quality mohair serge, finished first
class in every respect, only so, at
LEOPOLD ADLER'S.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27
FOR SALE.

FOR SALE.
ONE THIRTY THOUSAND FOOT SAW
MILL
At Waynesville, Ca, and
ONE FORTY THOUSAND FOOT SAW
MILL
Near Folkston, Ga, both with machinery
and appurtenances complete.
Persons desiring to see machinery and
bid for same can address
ISAAC JOSEPH IRON CO.,
Savannah, Ga.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27
ACCIDENT INsURACE.
JOHN WOLF, FLORIST,

Grower of fine large Chrysanthemums,
which are now in bloom. Come out and
see them. OFT and Anderson streets
Phone 6S4.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27
SPECIAL NOTICES.
STATE AND COUNTY TAXES, 1899.

sIAIE AND COUNTY TAAES, 1oUU'
Office Collector State and County Taxes,
Chatham county. Georgia. Savannah, oct
z, 1S99.-The digest is now open for the
collection of the above taxes on all prop
erty, real and personal; the specific tax
on professions; also the POLL TAX for
EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES on all
MALE RESIDENTS of the city between
the ages of q and so years. Office at the
Court House. Hours: 3 a. m to D. m.
JAS. ]. MCGOWAN,
Tax Collector c. c.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27

SPECIAL NOTICE.
Having purchased a varied assortment
of vehicles, which were on exhibition at
the convention of the Carriage Makers Ma
tional Association, held at Madison Square
Garden, New York, win have them open
in a few days.
Cau and see them before purchasing.
MARK APPLE,
Phone rs. $40 Broughton, West.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27
DIAMOND EMERALDs.

DIAMOND EMERALDs,
RUBIEs, PEARLS.
The finest stock of precious stones
ever shown in Savannah.
To those contemplating purchases
our stock offers great advantages.
Bought before the recent advances
and with long experience as buyers,
the goods will stand most favorable
comparison with any market.
THEUs BROS.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1899-10-27

NOW IS THE TIME
To Clean Old Clothing.
Defensive FLUID
will make them look like new. Sold In
large bottles at 25c.
See our display OF
JAPANESE VASES,
Just imported.
soLoMoNs & Co,
Congress Street and Bull Street Branch.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-15
DEMOCRATIC POLICY.
Independence for Philippines in Return for
CoaIinq Station and the S2O.O0O.OOO.

Washington, Dec. 1.-Two joint resolu-
lions were presented in the House, today,
by Representative Williams of Misss-
sippi, which are the result OF consulta
ton among a number of Democratic
leaders in the House and are understood
to be expressive of their general position
on the Philippines.
The first resolution declares the inten-
ton and purpose to recognize the indie
pendence of the F'ilipinos and withdraw
our land and sen forces provided the in
dependent government agrees to refund
the $50, UJ0. 900 paid by tn United States to
Spain. to give us q suitable naval ana
coaling station and grant free access 10
their ports. Another section pledges our
friendly assistance and also pledges
against foreign Interference or aggression
for 10 years, during which time the for
eign affairs of the islands are to be un-
der American control
The otner resolution asks for informa-
ton relative to the conclusion of a treaty
with the Sultan Of Jolo ana provides for
an inquiry by the judiciary committee as
to whether the unconstitutional pro-
visions against slavery and the statutory
provisions against polygamy apply TO the
Yulu ptOult.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-15
Beers LOSS ENORMOUS.
Must Exceed 700-Gen. wauchope's BODY
Recovered Tethu.n Falls Back.

Modder River. "Wednesday. Dee. 10
Ambulances started, early yesterday
morning, under 4 flag Of truce To col
lect the wounded and bury the dead
who fell al Magersfontein. Brig. Gen.
Wauchope. who led the Highland Bri-
gade was found dead near the trench
as, shot in the chest ana thigh. a few
wounded We're found near the trench
S. Several wounded Beers We're taken
to the British hospital.
The side Of the hill and the immeGi-
ate neighbOrhood Of the Bocr trenches
showed dead bodies all about One
wounded Boer informed a correspond
cnt Of The Associated Press that their
less was terrible. The whole Scanda-
navian contingent was destroyed
Judging from information CLEANED from
the Boer wounded and from prisoners
taken in different parts Of the field
the Eoer loses must exceed 700 The
destruction wrought by the naval guns
was enormous.
Word WAS passed along the Boer
lines to prepare to retreat a night
fall. Nj confess that It was their
greatest loss during thu war The
British troops have returned 10 Mod
der river owing t. the lack Of water
near the position held, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-15
DUKE OF DEv0hSHlRE
Congraiulates England on CaImness With
Which She Meets the Crisis.

london Dec. 1.-THE Duke of
Devonshire. lord president Of the coun-
oil Of ministers. speaking in New York
City. this evening. congratulated the
country upon the calm it was display
ing during Il serious crisis and upon
tn" fact that, despite the diversity of
political opinion. there was only one
voice regarding the duty Of the gov
eminent t. prosecute the war.
''Fhc longer ana more arducus the
struggle becomes" said his grace, "the
more fixed should be our determina-
tim rcyer again 70 let our African col
onits bear the suffering and loss which
they are now experiencing
He deprecated criticisms on British
commanders in tine field. and. in di-
lat.ng upon the attitude ~ foreign ma
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-15
UNCLE SAM GELS GOOD SLICE
or the Samoan lsands-king Oscar Made
Arbitrator oil Claims.

Washington. Dee. 14.-Thc fun tex
Of the treaty negotiated between the
United States. Germany and Great
Britain for the adjustment of the ques-
ton between the three governments
in respect to the samoan islands, was
made public. today. The treaty bears
date at Washington, Dec. ,, 1899. ana
recites its purpose to be to adjust
amicably questions between the three
powers in respect TO the Samoan group
and to avoid future misunderstanding
Article 2 states that Germany re-
nounces in favor Of the United States
of America all her rights and claims
over and in respect 10 the island OF
Tuluila and all other islands of the
Samoan group east Of longitude III de-
gees west Of Greenwich.
Great Britain in like manner re-
nounces in favor Of the United states
Of America all her rights to the island
of Tutuila ana all other islands Of the
Samoan group east Of longitude II de-
greeee west Of Greenwich.
A separate treaty was negotiated 10
cover the provision for the settlement
Of claims in Samoa.
The King of Sweden and Norway is
made arbitrator ana he is not only e.
determine the amount Of claims, but
is to decide what extent either Of the
three government is bound, alone or
Jointly with the others, To make good
these losses.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-15
New York Produce MARKET.

- New York, Dec a.
FLO! 'T;-Heceipts. 11.=72 BbIa. exports.
l@.G bblS.; sales. gao rkEs.; neglected ami
barely steady. closing * little tirnrr on
thc late strength in wheat
Rf E-Steady; NO. Western. q FOB.
alyat.
WHEAT-Rec.ipts. I3e5J bushels; ey-
ports a. .222 bushels: sales. $4,000 bushels
futures. l5.,Op bushels exports: spot firm.
mo- z row. ii7s tn1. atICat spot; NJ. /
+oltnern Duluth 1872 fob. afi0at to arrive.
Cprompr; Nh. ] hard Duluth. 81 Tub.
a1ioat mearbyJ; No. 2 red. % elevator.
CORR Receipts, 1920 bushels ex-
ports lsu.215 bushels; sales. $1,000 bushels
futures, 2-f0Dr bushels exports; spot firm:
Nl. z. ANA fub. atioat.
oATS-Eeceipts, lo6. % bushels: exports.
DID busntls' spot dull, No. 2. 2al4 No. 81
III n, ~. : white. @l So. 2 white, 3g'a;
track mixed Western. 2gn3piz. track
white. 3i1i3f; options dull but steadier.
EEEF-DulI ana easy; cut meats,
steady.
LARD-Easy: Western steamed. SIP;
December, 500. nominal: refined, steady;
continent. $500; :. A.. $3.50.
POEk-F.rm.
RI-TTEB-Sjrady: Western creamery.
23H-1; 90. factory. i5ian3y: June cream
cry. 23H.5l.: Imitation creamery. 17dZ2:
state dairy. lsfi-5: dO. creamery. 23lf27.
ESE-Stcady: fall made fancy
small. l-@ ui3: G1. large fancy. lZtenlZ@,
ltte made small. l-ml-i4; large late made,
EGGs-SJea3y: state and Pennsylvania.
24ft25; Western uueraded at market. $50
II Western. -lu4 loss off.
FETROLEJ M-Steady.
RCSIN-Quiet.
TJRPENTINE-Firm.
MOLASSFS-Quiet.
FKEIGHTS-To Liverpool. steldier;
&j-GAi;-Ka@. steady; lair refining.
3 12-lh bld. centrifugal SO test, 44 bid;
molasses sugar, s-l6 bid; refined, steady.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-15
MUST SEND MORE TROOPS.
Lord Bcrrcsiord Long ago Warned War Office
II Vas Not Sending Enough.

London. DEG. 4-Spraking a. a
l'nionist meeting III Hackney. London.
thi+ evening, Rear Admiral Lord
Charles Hert sford said that h long ago
t1id the secretary Of war. LORD Lans-
do"nr, that the government was not
snndHg enough troops to the Trans
vaaI
Large endorsements to all our
aUNili0ries for fighting" he continued.
must ~ dispatched Immediately and
more ships must be placed in commits
sion i'll order that Great Britain may
be prepared for evcntualities. Tho
Beers are 4 mobile force and they have
heavy modern artillery. We need more
rapid firing guns"
ii must say | have never thought
that We are sending out enough men.
When once it was known that We had
to send an army corps. told Lord
LansdoWne-as far back as NOV. .
that he would not be sending enough.
In the fire department when ii is
thought that four engines are needed
TO cope with a confagratiCn it is wise
plan to send eight. The war Office
should have acted on the same prin-
ciple.
This war is one Of the biggest upon
which we have ever embarked, owing
TO the surrounding political cirCum-
stances. and if necessary. every moth
cr's son among us must 90 to the front.
British pluck and money Will win. and
then. with equal rights for all. the
British flag must fly over the whole Of
South Africa"
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2024 SACKS or MAIL
Received at Boston by One Steamer. Heaviest
turopern Nail liver Received.

Boston, Dec. 14.-What is claimed to
be the largest single consignment Of
mail from Europe to this country was
brought to ths port by the Dominion
Line steamer New England, tonight
She signallcd The Associated Press
marine observer 1T Highland Light. On
the tip Of Cape Cod shortly after 6
O'Clock, and then proceeded across
Boston harLo- arriving there at S.31,
ana The mail was sent 70 the city.
The amount Of foreign mail handled
tonight. broke AL records at tn Boston
post Office. While only a small portion
VI it stayed here. the bulk Of the 2o34
sacks has yot to be- forwarded to New
York and the West. The mail is most
~ "f a christmas nature.
The New EnEllnd's h.avy cargo Of
mail is due IN the British government
chartcr.ng So many liners for trans
port service.
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A TREMENDOUS BLUNDER.
British Wholly Unprepated at Magersiontein
LED Into Trap by False Guides.

London. Dec. 15.-"Lord Methuen' Y
check. following Gen. Gatacres re-
pulse. says the Cape Town correspon-
dent OF the Daily News, has had 4
most depressing effect upon the loyal
lists. who are ~ no means growing
body. They are filled with dark fore
bodings. Dutch disafrection ~ rapidly
growing. A large section is restless
and would need but little persuasion
to Join the Beers.
There ar" disturbing reports from
The eastern districts Of cape Colony
where many secret meetings have been
held. The imperial authorities are
aiming the loyal farmers in the slut
tcrheim and Kciroal Districts"
The correspondent Of the Standard
AZ M"ddcr river, describing The fight
~, Magersfontcin says: six miles
had ~ he covered before the Highland
Brigade could reach The Eocr strong
holl. 1t j. not UT clear through what
misChance the force which was led by
guides, came upon tn Buar trench
50 unexpectedly ana 50 suddenly.
Beyond question. thc Bocrs were
aware of the approach Of the British
and had prepared e. receive them. Ac-
cording - one version, two Highland
crs through nervousness or clumsinrss,
discharged their rifles rrcmaturrly. but
i is equally probable That she advance
Bocr scouts conveyed thu intelligence"
"pur men were totally unrroplred.
They had MT even fixed hayonets.
Thr disaster vas aIl thu more rxasrvr-
ating because Of thn consciousness that.
had the brigade been extended and
with bayonsts liked. The trenches might
have been successfully rushed with far
less sacrifice uf life"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-15
He Knows Whereof He Writes.

An editor prints his paper 70 give his
patrons the news Of the day and for
the money there is in it. He is pre-
sumed to know Of what he writes, and
10 generally does When he writes as
~ does in the Leader Courier, Osceola
Mills, Pa, without fee or hope Of re-
ward, that "Chambcrlains Cough
Remedy acts magically, and we have
found none better in our household. If
you have cough, try it," it may be
accepted as an honest expression.
worthy Of credence. For sale by Jno.
Coughlin, III Water St, druggist
m.w,fri
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-15
SENATE COMMITTEES.
The New Republican Membership o! the dore
important Committees.

Washington, Dee little Republicans
Of the Senate. today. adopted tina change.
made by the committee en- committees.
The most important changes in the Re
publican membership ~ the comittec
follow:
Finance-EansbrouG Spooncr.
Appropriations-Wa WctmOrc. car
ter.
Foreign relations-Wolcott
Observation-Disclosures Simon.
COmmerCC-HaunI. Mas N, DcpCW.
northumberland
Coast ana iusular survey (newD-Foster.
chairman; llawley, Mcmillan, Perkins.
Wellington.
Contingent cxnenses-Kcane. Scott.
Census-Quarlcs. McCumbcr.
Civil service-i}akcr. chairman.
Claims-Wa chairman; McComas.
Depew, McCombcr. kcane.
District of Columbia-Stewart, Yelling
ton.
Education and labor-McComas.
Fisheries-F0ster.
Forest -Beyelidge chair
man; Carter, Mcbride, Depew.
Geological surVey-keane.
ali in place Of Nelson. 49, '''''''' ="
Indian affairs-ThurstOn. chairman
Nelson, Baker QuarleS. McComber, Kyle.
Indian NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. chairman;
Mcbride, Ross. Beverage.
lnteroceanic Canal-McBride. Hanna.
Interstate Commerce-keane.
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. chairman; Stewart
QuarleS.
ufactures-Scott. Foster.
Military affairs-BurroWS
Mines-Clark tWyoD. Scott.
Naval affairs-PenrOse
Executive departments McComas
chairman; Bevoridge.
Pacific islands and Porto Rico (new)-
Foraker, chairman; Gallinger, Fairbanks
Nelson. McComas. Depew
Patents-Pritchard, chairman; McCo
Pensions-Deboe Quarles, McComber.
Philippines tnew)-Iodge. chairman: AL
nson. Hale, Davis, Proctor Mcbride
Beveridge.
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NEW SENATE BILLS.

Washington. Dec. 1i.-Senator Davis,
from the committee on foreign rela-
lions. today, introduced a bill to pro-
vide for the punishment Of violations of
treaty rights 1t provides for the pun
ishment of crimes against the citizens
Of other countries committed in states
Of the United States. under the laws
of the states in which the crime may
be committed
Senator Butler introduced a bill for q
cable to Hawaii and the Philippine is
lands.
Senator Hale introduced bill to
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-15
A WORD
OF kindly Counsel from a Weil-Known
Physician.
When Frost Is on the Breath of the
Night, the Season of "Colds"
Is Fairly Begun.

The "Cold contracted in the early
autumn should be cured at once. If
neglected, it is likely to hang on,
growing more and more distressing,
more and more serious in its symp-
toms, all winter. Or it may early
take a sudden turn into Bronchitis,
or into some throat affection, or,
worse than all, into Pneumonia and
who is there that does not dread the
terrible disease. Pneumonia?
The only safe way is to arrest
Cold the instant you detect 1t. ad-
wise my patients to take
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-15
STOCK EXCHANGE YARN.
ladysmith Reported Entered by English and
10000 Beers Captured.

London, Dec 14-3.35 F. MA spec
i'll dispatch from Pietermaritzburg.
Natal. says cen. Butler and Gen. Clcry
have entered Ladysmith and have cap
tured 10000 Beers
The British war Office has heard
nothing Of the story Of the relief Of
Ladysmith. The officials do not credit
the report, as. they add. the relief Of
the place at such an early date it is
believed to be practically impossible
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-15
NAVY SHORT OF MEN.
Needs 1000 at Once and Congress Asked to
Offer Inducements.

Washington, Dec 1.-THE navy is
1000 men short Of the legal maximum
and this in spite Of the best efforts Of
the recruiting officers. Secretary
Long has written letter calling the
attention Of Congress to this state Of
affairs and suggesting that it might
offer Il decided incentive to onlistments
by extending 70 sailors enlstinG the
benefit Of the act allowing to appren-
tees III similar circumstances full
outfit Of clothing not to exceed $i5 in
value.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-12-15
Chicago Markets.

Chicago. Dec. II.
Early rather uncertain, wheat later in
the session. today, turned strong III sym
pathE with corn and on bullish statistics,
May closing i-Nil over yesterday Corn
was strong on q good spring demand.
May closing re. higher. oats closed "a
II better Provisions We're weakened by
a liberal hog supply and profit taking,
but closed steady, 2l2G10 lower.
The leading futures closed as follows:
NiIEAT-DvcemDtr 5J7s; May, 6924:
July. 701s
CORN-Dycember, 3ll4; January. By;
4ATs--pecember. 22as: Nay. 2fsagfA.
LtRD-JaHuary. S54212; May, $5.65.
hIES-January. $5.35; May. $5.45.
Cash quotations closed as follows:
OUR-Steady.
WHEAT-No. 3 spring. 6514aG7; ~ .
GoRN-..o. 2, BIZ; ~. yellow, sl4
ASH.
0Nrs-No. :, 2sa23l4; No. white, 2i9.
G15-2.
RYE-No. >. 54G53
BARLEY-No. > 2GG46
FLANSEED-NO. l and Northwestern,
$l.49.
TIMOTHY SEED-Prime, s. 406245.
LARD-$5.G5d5
pORk-Ness. per Dbl. $S.75T,010: short
ribs sides. S5-2tu5l5; dry sailed shoulders.
5 .15i-: short clear sides. $550q5.55.
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THE ENEMY RETIRED"
Is British Report Of This Skirmish, Which
Seems Quite a Battle.

London Dec. 1.-THE war Office has re-
ceived the following dispatch from Gen.
French wires under date Of Dee e. 1s. RI RI
porting Il skirmsh at o'clock in the
morning with 1900 Beers who were adj
vancing southwark toward Naauw Poort.
The skirmishng continued all the morn
ing, the Beers lighting on a front OF II
miles. The enemy retired with a loss OF
40 killed and wounded. Our casualties
were one killed, seven wounded and in
GLIDING one officer ana two missing"
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MINORITY OF SO VOTES
Expected Tor the Financial Bill According 10
Present indications.

Washington. Dec. 14.-RepresentatiNe
ovcrstreet Of indiana, III charge of the
financial bill now under consideration
in the House, said, tonight. that the
informal canyasses thus far made
showed that the bill would pass on the
final vote. Monday, by a majority Of
about So. in case the full strength of
both sides was present.