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The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23

Gold Band Hams .15c
Old Virginia Cured Hams. zoe
Breakfast Bacon IL Lee
Best White Meat. ...... loo pound
Fine large Sugar Cured Hams, This
is a bargain at 1855. 10c pound
Gold Medal Flour, the best flour
made. pounds. zoe; 10, S5c; "a,
90c.
Royal Baking Powder 1-2 pounds.
21c; pounds, Acc.
Walter Baker Cocoa only 22c can.
Walter Baker Chocolate. lie cake
Try Our Catsup ..... &c per bottle
Fancy Head Rice, the best 60c peck
Fancy Line Rice only 40c peck.
Best Pearl Grits and Meal zoe peck
All the fresh country Eggs you want
at 25c dozen.
Best Irish Potatoes. -. .. soc peck
Best Sweet Potatoes ..... zoe peck
Our 13c, 2 pounds for Csc Coffee is a
bargain.
Our 25c Old Java is a Leader.
Our Csc, 8 pounds for $1.00 is The
Top Notch.
2-pound Standard Tomatoes, SC; 55c
dozen,
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23
ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
EACH SHOW $11,103,044.

Houston, Tex, Feb. 22.-The receiv-
ers of the Kirby Lumber Company to-
day returned to the federal court a
statement showing the assets and La
bilities of the concern, placing both at
$11, 103, 044. 1t is stated that the in
ventory was not made on personal in
spection. In the liabilities $7,2S9,292 is
placed under the heading of invest
ment values" showing that it is not
a liability.
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23
STETS0N UNIVERSITY.
Resignation of DIR. Forbes Accepted.
Camp President of Trustees.

Camp President of Trustees.
De Land, Fla, Feb. 22.-At the an
nual, meeting of the trustees of the
Stetson University were present Rev.
DR.. r. S. Macarthur. pastor Calvary
Church, New York city; Gov. Jennings
of Florida; DIR. B. r. Camp, White
Springs; Mr.. H. A. DeLand, Fairport.
N. Y, the founder of this town and
after whom it is named; Rev. DR.. Hob
son, Jacksonville; Mr.. T. c. Search,
Philadelphia; Mr.. E. o. Painter and
ex-Mayor d. u. Fletcher of Jackson
Vile.
The resignation of DR.. ]. F. Forbes
as president of the University was ac-
cepted and resolutions Of regret and
confidence were adopted. Rev. j. E.
Oats, pastor of the Baptist Church of
DeLand was elected trustee in place
of Rev. DR.. w. N. Chandoin, deceased.
The Administration Committee report
ed cash on hand for the rebuilding of
Conrad Hall, the dormtory which was
burned last fall, of $3.50. AS soon as
a few other subscriptions have been
paid apd the present schol year ends
the work of erecting the new building
will begin. The principal interestain
the meeting was the movement of the
friends of John b. Stetson, after whom
the university is named, to reinstate
him as president of the Board of Trus-
tees. This failed by close vote, DR..
B. r. Camp, a prominent Baptist and
influential man in the state. was elect
ed Rev. T. ]. Sparkman was elected
vice president; Silas b. Wright, sec
sfetary, and Rev. w. II. Stewart, treas
urer. At the Presentation Day" ex-
ercises about 1000 people greeted Rev.
DR.. r. S. Macarthur of New York, ora
tor of the day. whose address was on
THE Elements of Success
The school has been placed in the
charge OF Rev. DIR. 9. S. Farris as act
ing president. and no action will be
taken toward the election OF a presi-
dent for a year or more.
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23

MISS Beulah We'll, Miss Julia Epstein
and Miss, Miriam Guthman.
me nrst prize was a handsome china
pun box, the second triple gilt photo
graph frame, and the consolation prize
small cut glass dish. For the BOBBY
prize a hatehet filled with bonbons
was awarded. They. were won by:
MISS Freda Traub, Miss Ruth Ehr-
lich Miss Estelle Gutman and = Miss
Miriam Gutteman.
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23

When Senator Dillingham; was in
Alaska he met an attorney who gave
him some Enthusiastically Far West
ern suggestions as to the kind of
judges needed in the territory. Don't
send us any Sunday-school teachers
They will be out of harmony. Better
a man who knows something about
poker and who can order and drink
a highball. We don't want judges
from small cities. Send them from
Chicago or New York, and we are
likely to find them sufficiently liberal
of view. Men from small places are
liable TO be altogether too puritanicai
and the result of their appointment
would be bad for them and us. too"
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23
CLOSED on Account o. Holiday.

Richmond, va. Feb. 22.-The banks,
schools and public offices were closed
to-day throughout the city and state.
III honor Of the birthday OF Washing
ton, but both branches OF the Cen-
efal Assembly held sessiooa and trans
acted large volume 81 business.
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23

H. ]. Thaddeus, the celebrated Eng
fish artist, is on d visit to this coun-
try. Mr. Thaddeus has painted many
European celebrities, including the
Pope, and is now taking a rest. While
he paints he usually keeps up a rum
ming fire of talk with his subject, thus
relieving the painful rigidity Of feature
which usually follows a long silence.
Thaddeus, besides being al al fist, is a
raconteur of decided ability. Having
met so many famous people, he can tell
little anecdotes about them such as sell
dom find their way into print. The
painter is most accomplished man of
the world, who cannot only tell stories
of people but of places, for he has
Travelled far and often.
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23
RESOLUTIONS ON LABOR

Adopted by the Citizens Industrial
Association.
indianapolis, Ind, Feb, 22.-The first
annual convention of the Citizens In
dustrial Association of America began
to-day at the Auditorium Of the Clay
pool. over $50 delegates are here. The
larger delegations came from Boston,
Omaha, Kansas City. Minneapolis, st.
Louis, Chicago and Cleveland.
President Parry. in his address, con-
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23
schooners in Collision.

Norfolk, Va, Feb. 22.-The schoouers
Governor Ames and Alice b. Philips
drifted together during a fog in Hamp-
ton roads this afternoon. Both sus-
tanned slight damage to their bow
gear.
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23

In a party of young people that spent
yesterday at the Atlantic Club, Tybee,
were Miss May Cash, Miss Gertrude
Lyons. Miss Gertrude Crohan, Miss
Stella Hohenstein, Miss Fannie Rourke
Miss Agnes Rourke, Mr.. Frank Cash
Mr.. 10y Lyons, and Mr.. Frank Me-
Carthy. Mrs. Cash chaperoned the
party.
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23

Mrs. Irwin Cobb of Paducah, KY, is
visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. NJ
S. Baker.
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23
AT THE THEATER

At two performances to-day Miss
Helen GRAVITY will be seen in a dra-
matization of F. Marion Crawford
romantic story, I'm the Palace of the
King" Miss GRAVITY is said to be at
her best in this production and comes
to Savannah highly recommended.
The matinee prices will be Is, so and
rs cents, and the night prices 25, so, 70
cents, 81 and $1.50.
The farcicaI comedy, "a Friend Of
the Family will be the offering. Fri
day and Saturday nights, with a spe-
cial matinee Saturday. The plot deals
with the endeayors of a. young i'm
porter of Chinese silks and bric-a-brac
to shieI a former love affair from his
jealous and romantic young wife.
Haverly's Mastodon Ministries will be
here Monday, matinee and night. The
star of this minstrel organization this
season is the favorite black-faced
comedian, Billy Van. The principal
soloists are George M. Vail, basso pro-
fundo, formerly of the Bostonians, and
late of The Runaways;" II. William
Moore, the Canadian lyric tenor; Frank
Coombs, the letter carriers famous
tenor; DERRICK J. Voight, a Southern
lad; William l.. Thorne. baritone, and
Sam Vaudeville, basso contralto.
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23

Miss Nan duBignon, who has been
visiting Mr.. and Mrs. T. Mayhem Cum
ningham, Jr., has returned to Atlanta.
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23

Mr.. John Heard Hunter is in Florida
for a short stay.
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23

Mrs. Wright Hunter has gone to
Florida for a few days trip.
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23

Mrs. William r. Leaken returned
yesterday from trip with Mr.. Leaker
to Cuba.
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23
SOCIETY EVENTS AND PERSONALS.

The marriage of Mr.. T. Newell West
and Miss Maude Smith, whose engage
ment was announced some weeks ago,
will take place Wednesday, April 20.
1t will be celebrated in Christ Church
at noon.
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23
ANNOUNCEMENTS.

The Department of Current Events
of the Woman's Club will meet this
afternoon at the clubrooms.
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23

little children Not
only they the and the ok beneath but at
and the child the loose
all
for
The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23

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The Savannah morning news., 1904-02-23
RHEUMATISM
no DREAD OF WINTER

The cold misty rains, northeriy winds and damp,
cloudy days of winter the old pains and aches
and bring out all the misery of Rheumatism All rheu
matte troubles spring from too acid blood and the
deposit OF gritty irritating PARTICLES of acrd matter in the
Joints and muscles producing Mains
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-08-18

She is the most valuable ship of them
ALL" he said incautiously.
"You have got to tell me, my man,
If you ever want to see daylight again.
Which is shef"
mo, sir, l can't tell you," he replied
Ob~stinately.
PUT the muzzle of your pistol to his
answer by the time l count ten pull
the trigger. One, two, three, four
mercy, mercy?' cried the frightened
skipper as he felt the cold barrel of
the pistol pressed against his temple.
Eight, nine went on the voice In
the darkness imperturbably.
"T1l tell! III tell"
"Ah, l thought so! Which n is
sheT'
"The last n sir"
"And the JUNIOR
"The fourth from the rear. The
frigate's the first one, sir he volun-
teered. "Oh, don't kill me. gentlemen"
"Have you told me the truth, sirrah?
Williams, keep your pistol there"
ooh, sir, yes; so help me. On, gen
tlemen, for Gods sake, don't murder
me. I've a wife and
Peace, you fool! We won't hurt
you if you've told the truth. You shall
wen be released presently and have
your schooner again. We don't want
her. But if you have lied to me you
shall hang from that yardarm in the
morning as sure as my name is John
Paul jones'"
ooh, Lord!' said the now thoroughly
frightened man, looking up and meet
ing the gaze of two eyes which cleaned
In the dim light from the deck above
him. I've told you the truth, sir"
"very well; go call your boats crew
on deck. Stand by to capture them as
o o as they reach the gangway. some
Of you, then stow them all below. Let
their boat tow astern. And when that's
done, you. sir, hail your schooner and
tell her to heave to until your return.
Say just what I tell you to and nothing
more The pistol at your head is loaded
still Watch him carefully, men, and
then send him below with the rest.
Fill away again. Mr.. Seymour"
The ponderous yards were swung.
and the Ranger soon gathered way
again and rapidly ~overhauled the last
Of the feet The first trick had worked
80 well that it was worth trying again.
AS soon as she drew near the doomed
ship she showed lights like those Of
the frigate and sloop of war. Ranging
alongside the weather quarter of the
transport, the captain again hailed:
"Ship ahoyw
"Ahoy, what ship is that?"
Again the same deluding reply:
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-08-18

| ted her to reach several miles to wind
ward of the square rugged ships. She
appeared to be light in ballast also.
All of the convoy showed lights. The
Ranger, on the contrary, was as dark
as the night, not even the battle Ian
terms being lighted. She rapidly w
hauled the schooner, and almost be-
fore her careless people were aware of
it she was alongside.
Schooner ahoyr' called put the cap
tain of the ship, standing on the rail.
trumpet in hand.
"Ahoy there!" came back from the
schooner. What ship is thatT"
"His Britannia majesty's sloOp of
war Southampton, Captain Sir James
Yeo. 1 have a message from the ad-
miraI for this convoy, which we have
been expecting. Send a boat aboard"
AYE, aye. sir! win you heave to for
us?'
"Yes. Swing the main yard there,
Mr.. Seymour, and heave to-"
In a few moments the splash of oars
was beard, and a small boat drew out
OF the darkness to the starboard gang
way of the Ranger. A man stood up
in the stern sheets and, Selling the
man ropes thrown to him, climbed up
OF the deck.
"Ah, Sir james," he commenced, tax
ing off his hat. How do you do?
How dark you are! Why, what's all
this" he exclaimed in surprise and
terror as he made out the strange uni
forms in the dim light. He hesitated
a moment and then stepped back hasti-
ly to the gangway, lifting his hand.
"Seize himg' cried a stern voice.
"Shoot him if he makes a sound"
The captain of the unlucky schooner
was soon dragged, struggling and as
tonisbed, to the break of the poop.
"Oh. Sir James, what is the meaning
Of this outrage. sir, on a British ship
master? / shall report
"Silence, sir This is the American
Continental ship Ranger, and you are
a prisoner" replied the same voice.
ANSWER MY questions now at once.
Your life depends on it. What are these
ships to leeward?"
sixteen merchantmen, from London
to Halifax, under convoy Of two men
of-war, sir"
"And what are theyT"
"The Acasta, thirty-six, and the Juno,
twenty-five, sir"
"very good. Is the transport Mellish
among themY'
The man made no reply.
ANSWER me-"
"Ye-yes, sir"
(which is sheT"
"Oh. sill. I can't tell You that sir.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-08-18
of
Country
By CYRUS TOWNSEND BRADY.
Author Of 1.-THE Grip Of Honor "The
Southerners," ''Sir Henry Morgan,
Buccaneer," "a Doctor Of
Philosophy" Etc.
q Copyright, 1898. by Charles Scribner's Sons


While the Ranger had beer slowly
drawing nearer to the sluggish fleet of
merchantmen and their convoy the
early twilight of the late season faded
away and Don gave place to darkness.
The night was cloudy, the sky being
much overcast, and there was no
moon, all of which was well for the
present purpose.
The men thoroughly appreciated the
hazardous nature of this advance upon
the unsuspecting fleet, protected by
two heavy vessels of war, either Of
which was probably much stronger
than their own ship, but the very au-
dacity and boldness with which the af-
fair was being carried nj thoroughly
suited the daring crew.
Most Of them had stripped to the
waist in anticipation Of the coming
conflict, for they felt confident that the
feet would not escape without a bat
tie, and during the next hour they clus-
tered about the guns, quietly whisper
ing among themselves and eagerly
waiting the events Of the night. The
V strain appeared to affect ev-
erybody except the i~mperturbable cap
tain, but the deep silence was unbro-
ken save by low voiced commands from
the first lieutenant. All sail had been
made as soon as it had become thor
oughly dark. the yards properly braced
and the guns run out again.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-08-18

dreadful combat, both crews being en-
couraged and stimulated by their cap
tains and other officers. A battle lam,
lighted here and there, shed a dim,
uncertain light Owe the decks of tho
Ranger. The men, half naked. covered
with sweat and dust and powder stains
or splashed with blood from some moro
unfortunate comrade, some with heads,
tied up, fighting though wounded.i
served the guns.
Several brave fellows were arranged
on the weather side OF the deck. dead.
their battles ended. One or two seri-
ously wounded men We're lying groa,l-
ing by the hatchway. waiting their turn
to be carried below TO the cockpit to he
committed to the rough surgery of the
period, while the fleet footed powder
boys were running to and fro from the
different guns with their charges. leap
ing over the wounded and dying with
indifference. The continuous roar OF the
artillery. for the guns were served
with that steady, rapid precision for
which the American same 0 be-
came famous, the cracking Of muskot-
ry from the men In the tops. with tho
yells and cheers and curses ana groanS
of the maddened men. completed 4
scene which suggested a bit Of he'll.
This is warn WORK. Nalllngford."
said the captain coolly. though his eyes
were sparkling with excitement. do
we gain any a1Vantngp@"
II think so, Their fire does not seem
to be so heavy. Does 1t not s.acken a.
little, sirG'
"Aye. think so too. 1 trust U
sticks hold"
81 have not had any serious Damage
reported so far, sir"
swell, we must end II soon, or that
frigate will be down on us-in half an
hour at most, | should say. Ha! What
was thati" he said as n loud crash
from the Juno interrupted him.
"Their main topmast's gone by the
board, hurrahv' shouted Wallingford,
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-08-18

looking toward the ship after springing
on the rail, from whence a moment lat
er he fell back dead. with a bullet In
his breast.
Poor fellowv' murmured Jones and
then called out: "Give 1t to them, lads!l
They have lost their main topmastr" A
cheer was the answer. But the matter
must be ended at once.
Johnson said Jones TO the young
midshipman by his side, run forward
and have the main yard hauled. Give
her a good full, quartermaster," he said
to the veteran seaman at the helm and
then watched the water over the side
to see when she gathered Roadway
through 1t. NOW! Hard up with the
helm! Platten in the head sheetsl
Round in the weather braces! Cease
firing and load ALI"
The ship gathered way, forged ahead
slowly, fell off when the helm was put
up and in a trice was standing across
the stern Of the Juno, which endeavor-
ed to meet the maneuver as soon as it
was seen; but, owing 10 the loss OF the
jib and main topsail and the foullng Of
the gear, she did not answer the heinz
rapidly enough to escape the threaten
Ing danger.
Stand by TO rake her. Ready! Fire.!
Stand by to boardr"
The effect OF this raking ~broadside
delivered at short range was awful.
The whole stern Of the Juno was beat
en- In, and the deadly projectiles had
free range tile full length OF the devoted
ship, which reeled and trembled under
the terrible shock. A moment Of ST.
lence followed, broken by shrieks and
groans and a few feeble cheers from
some undaunted spirits. Then, the
Ranger still falling OF, a rank sheer
of the helm brought her beam against
the stern Of the Juno, when eager
hands hove the grapnels which bound
the two ships together.
away, b%oarders!'
Certain OF the men left their quar-
tiers at the guns and, cutlass and pistol
In hand, led by Jones himself, swarmedi
over the rail and on the poop Of thel
Juno. Two or three men were stand
ing there among the dead and wound
ed men, half dazed by the sudden ca
tastrophe. but they bravely sprang
forward.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-08-18

she braced up on the port tack and took
the place vacated by the Mellish. But
these things had not happened without
attracting some attention.
The captain of the vessel next ahead
Of the Mellish had heard the pistol
shots and shouting. Luffing up into the
wind to check his W Roadway, he
made out q second ship in the darkness
alongside his next astern. In doubt
as to what was happening, but certain
that something was wrong, he acted
promptly and caused a blue light to be
burned on his forecastle. This was
the agreed signal of danger, andit i'm
mediately awakened the unsuspecting
feet into action. Several OF the ships
at different intervals in the long line
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-08-18
lTo BE Continue

During a long life I have proved that
not n kind word ever spoken. not one
kind deed ever done, but sooner or
later returns to bless the giver.-Lord
Shaftssbury.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-08-18
CHAPTER XIV.

Ranger, a new and swift
sailing ship and going free
IS=SzrS1 also, rapidly edged down up
@zXsAJ on the slow moving convoy
on the wind. The frfgate, 1t was no
ticed, was several miles ahead in the
van. The other ships were c~arelessly
strung out in a long line, probably net
~suspecting the existence of any posi-
BILE enemy in those waters. The sloop
of war appeared to be among the rear
ships, while the nearest vessel to the
Ranger was a large schooner whose
superior sailing qualities had permit
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-08-18

There would not be 70 many open
mouths II there were not 90 many
spen earss-Hall.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1904-01-05
FORMER JAMESTOWN GIRL,
Miss Baier, Who Once Lived at Jamestown
Took Second Prize at shape show

Minneapolis, Jan jeanette Baier,
the university ook second prize
in the: New York physical culture ex-
hibit Originally but one prize 81 .co5
was offered but the popular vote Of
the Madison Square audiences through
the week indicated sucn division of
opinion that the purse was distributed
III prizes of $500, $3.50, SI5o and 500.
First came Emma Newkirk Of Santa
Monica, Cal. The winner OF the sec
ond prize was jeanette Baier of Mime
apolis. Beatrice Marshall won the
third prize and Annie Oxley Of Eng
land the fourth.
Letters received from Miss Baier
since the exhibition began indicate that
the young lady contestants were per-
8mifted to wear draperies. The indie
cprunr of full length fieshlings was thus
yelled I'd such ali extent that the uni
Eersity authorities, who were some
what perturbed over early reports, will
not find II necessary to take any ac-
ton
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1904-01-05
IOWA MUSIC DEALERS.

Des Moines, Ia, Jan. 5.One hun
.dred and fifty music dealers Of Iowa
are attending the first annual conven-
ton Of their state organization opened
here today. Members disclaim any ef-
fort to form combination and main
tain the association is merely to pro-
mote acquaintanceship among the
members and better the trade condi-
|tions BY the exchange Of ideas. The
president Of the association and the
presiding officer at the convention is
a. u Coates Of Perry, and the secre-
.tary, C. B. Nc Nerney Of Des MONIES,
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1904-01-05
FORMER MAYyILLE TEACHER
One of the Victims OF the Chicago Fire Was q
Former Normal Teacher.

Mayville, N D., Jan. Sit has been
learned here that Miss Electa Sylyes-
ter, who taught music and drawing iii
the Mayville Normal School three years.
was among the victims of the Iroquois
Theatre fire, Her residence was first
given at Plainview, Me- The people of
this city thought it Twas the former teach
er, whose home was PlainyieW, MINI,
and an investigation confirmed it. Miss
Sylvester taught here three years prior
to 'o7. #
Myaville people fear another teacher
may have been lost in the fire, Miss Dora
Mitchell, who taught English in the
Normal and left here in 1900 Among
the names of the dead is Dora Mitchell,
Lockport, I'LL Her friends here fear
the former teacher was the unfortunate
but the matter had not been verified,
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1904-01-05
CHIEF MUNsEY HAS RESIGNED
THE Head Of the Grand Forks Fire Department
Decided to Quit. ,<t X

Grand Forks, N. d, Jan. 5.--Chicf
Munsey of the fire department has re-
signed to take effect March IS, which
will complete his ten year service with
the department in this city. The reasons
given are that his mother is aged and
feeble in Lynn, Mass, and as he is the
only child his presence is required there.
He will have to look after some business
matters in which his mother is inter-
ested.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1904-01-05
WOULD BE MEDICs.

Grand Forks, Jan. There is a class
Of eighteen taking the medical examine
ton here today before Secretary Wheel
er. The papers will probably be examiil-
ed in Fargo at meeting of the full
board some time the latter part of the
week.