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THE WEATHER.
Morning News barometer. Dec. 19.
11:30 p.
Morning News thermometer. Dec.
19. 11:30 p.
Washington, Dec. 19.— Forecast for
Tuesday and Wednesday:
Eastern Florida—Fair Tuesday- and
Wednesday; light variable winds.
South Carolina and Georgia—Fair and
somewhat colder Tuesday; Wednes
day, fair in , ast, rain in west portion;
variable winds, mostly westerly.
Western Florida Fair Tuesday,
Wednesday, rain; lipht variable winds,
becoming fresh southerly.
Yesterday s Weather at Savannah —
Maximum temperature 3:00
p. 5S degrees
Minimum temperature 7:00
a _ m 33 degrees
Mean temperature 40 degrees
Normal temperature 01 degrees
Deficiency of temperature. 5 degrees
Accumulated deficiency
since Dec. 1 3 degrees
Accumulated deficiency
since Jan. 1 267 degrees
Rainfall T .
Normal • l " c *
Deficiency since Dec. 1 .. 1.28 inches
Deficiency since Jan. 1 ...10.60 inches
River Report—The hight of the Sa
vannah river at Augusta, at 8 a. m.
(75th meridian time) yesterday, was
7.8 feet, a rise of 0.6 foot during the
preceding twenty-four hours.
Observations taken at the same mo
ment of time, Dec. 19. 1904, 8 p. m.,
75th meridian time.
~Name of Station. l_ T I V? I R.
Boston, cloudy 38 S\V .00
New York city, cloudy .32 W -00
Philadelphia, clear 32 SW .00
Washington city, clear .. 3b W .00
Norfolk, cloudy 42 |W
Wilmington, cloudy 46 W .00
Charlotte, clear 36 NW .00
Raleigh, pt. cloudy 38 W .00
Asheville, cloudy 26 NW T
Charleston, clear 4b W i
Atlanta, clear 34 N\v i
Augusta, clear 42 W I
Savannah, clear 44 w 1
Jaeksonville, raining 46 NW .0.
Jupiter, pt. cloudy S4 NW .00
Key West, pt. cloudy 62 NW .00
Tampa, clear 56 SWi .00
Mobile, clear 48 Nft .00
Montgomery, clear 46 NW .uo
Vicksburg, clear 46 W .W
New Orleans, clear 52 N .00
Galveston, clear 56 IN .00
Corpus Christ!, clear 58 |N .00
Palestine, clear 50 C .00
Memphis, pt. cloudy 40 NWi .00
Cincinnati, clear 24 SW | 3
Pittsburg, snowing 28 W .01
Buffalo, cloudy 28 W -08
Detroit, cloudy 28 W T
Chicago, cloudy 18 W .00
Marquette, cloudy 16 SW T
St. Paul. pt. cloudy .... 18 S .00
Davenport, cloudy 20 S .00
St. Louis, cloudy 30 S .00
Kansas City, clear 34 |SW .00
Oklahoma, clear 42 SW .00
Dodge City, clear I 38 S .00
North Platte, clear 140 |W .00
H. B. Boyer,
Local Forecaster.
GUARANTEE CI'HE FOR PILES.
Itching, blind, bleeding or protrud
ing piles. Your druggist will refund
money if Pazo Ointment fails to cure
you in 6 to 14 days.—ad.
Baker Was Exonerated.
Washington, Dec. 19.—Judge Bak -r, of
the Supreme Court of New Mexico,
who recently was removed from office
by the President, Was received by the
President and Department of Justice,
a full hearing, the result being a revo
cation of the order of removal. Judge
Baker subsequently tendered his resig
nation.
HEADACHES FROM COLDS.
Laxative Bromo Quinine removes
the cause. To get the genuine call for
the full name and look for signature
of E. W. Grove. 25 cents —ad.
SPECIAL NOTICES.
GIVEN AWAY! GIVEN AWAY!
A XMAS TURKEY.
Every 50c purchase entitles
holder to a chance. Drawing Sat
urday, Dec. 24, at 8:30 p. m., at
ROOS’ MARKET,
410 Drayton.
SPECIAL notice.
Neither the master nor the agents
of the Dutch steamship Voorburg,
Schoor de Boer. Master, will be re
sponsible for any debts contracted by
the crew of said vessel.
SOUTHERN SHIPPING CO.,
Agents.
NOTICE TO CITY COURT JURORS.
Jurors of the City Court *need not
appear until Wednesday, Dec. 21, at
10 a. m.
By order of the Hon. T. M. Nor
wood, Judge.
WARING RUSSELL. JR.,
Clerk C. C. S.
Private Dining Rooms and ex
cellent service make more nnd
more popular Sommers’ Cafe,
Union Station. Exerjthing good
during the holidays.
THE DIXIE STEAM LAUNDRY.
A New Enterprise.
1 have recently purchased the Peer
less Steam laundry, thoroughly over
hauled, refitted with modern ma
chinery and am prepared to do all
kinds of family work. Collars, Cuffs
and Shirts a specialty, and respect
fully ask a portion of your patronage.
With prices fair and courteous treat
ment. J. H. FURHER,
Bell Phone 1158. Georgia phone 1907.
SPECIAL NOTICE.
All bills against the British steam
ship Avrlstan must be presented at
our office before 12 o'clock noon this
day, or payment thereof will be de
barred.
RTUACHAN & CO., Agents.
Dec. 20. 1004.
I’L IIS, 1T HS, FURS.
I recut, refit and work over furs to
make them as pretty as new and Just
as good. Let me do your work.
Phone 844. B. SIMON,
ELECTION OF DIHEtTOIiS.
The MercliuntM National Hank of
Savannah.
The annual election of nine direct
ors to manage the affairs of this asso
ciation will be held on Tuesday, Jan.
10. 1905. at Its banking house, corner
of Drsyton and Ht. Julian streets, In
this city, between the hours of eleven
a. m. and one p. m.
\V. M. DAVA.NT, Cashier.
Jt'MT TO REMIND YOU.
White Rom Lime, fresh every day.
Atlas Portland Cement, none better.
ttlHs Iteady Mixed Pulnt. “Ahco"
arriUh Klein, u superior article. Gold
Leaf, fresh shipment. Builders' sup
plies' of every description.
ANDREW HANLEY CO,
ll\ till Mr \<> .1,
live <icbaleu|a- Hating* sail Troat Cos,
•uivainmh, Q*., Dec. 11, ||t4.
A dividend of three 48) per cent
the capital slock ha* been deelai, 4
by the Hoard of Inic tors from the
earnings *f the past sis months, pay
•b*e on and sfter lax ID unit
I*'* r r.,ehtr,
ti S?| r shipping
CHRISTMAS a™
AND GRAPE FRUIT
IQ QUnpT Let us have your orders at once to
IU UIIU MI • insure best attention.
W. D. Simkins&Co.
FUNERAL INVITATIONS.
CLARK—The relatives and friends
of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Clark and of
Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Clark and family
are invited to attend the funeral of
the former from No. 522 Gwinnett
street, east, at 4 o'clock this after
noon.
meetlvus.
A special convocation of
Alpha Lodge No. 1
at 8:30 o'clock this evening. Masonic
Temple, corner Liberty and Whitaker.
Dl'. KALB LODGE NO. 9, I. O. O. F.
A regular meeting of this lodge will
be held this evening at 8:30 o'clock in
DeKalb Hall. Every member is
urged to be present, and visiting
brothers are invited to meet with us.
w. H. MURDOCH, N. G.
JNO. W. SMITH Sec]y.
B. P. O. ELKS.
A regular meeting of Savannah
Lodge No. 183, B. P. O. Elks will be
held this (Tuesday) evening at their
hall (Lyons Block), at 8:30 o’clock.
There will be an initiation.
Visiting brothers cordially invited.
W. H. CONNERAT, JR..
Exalted Ruler.
REUBEN BUTLER, Secretary.
SPECIAL NOTICES.
SPECIAL NOTICE.
City of Savannah. Office, Clerk of
Council, Dec. 17, 1904.—The following
ordinances are published for the in
formation of all concerned.
J. ROBT. CREAMER,
Clerk of Council.
FIREWORKS.
An ordinance to permit the firing of
firecrackers and fireworks during the
Christmas holidays as herein provided.
Section 1. Be it ordained by the
Mayor and Aldermen of the city of Sa
vannah, in Council assembled, that the
firing of firecrackers and fireworks is
hereby permitted in the city of Savan
nah on Liberty street and south of
Liberty street, (except on Bull street,
north of the parade ground), from Dec.
24 to Jan. 1, both inclusive, and the
ordinance heretofore passed on this
subject is amended accordingly. Ex
cept as herein provided, firing of fire
crackers and fireworks in the city of
Savannah is forbidden under penalties
of existing ordinance.
Sec. 2. The tiring of firecrackers
or fireworks in front or Into Forsyth
Park is hereby forbidden under the
said penalties.
Sec. 3. That all ordinances and
parts of ordinances in conflict with
this ordinance are hereby repealed.
Ordinance passed Dec. 15, 1897.
BONFIRES.
An ordinance to permit bonfires In
the Park Extension or parade ground
during the Christmas holiday.
Section 1. Be it ordained by the
Mayor dnd Aldermen of the city of
Savannah, in Council assembled, that
the building of bonfires in the Park
Extension or parade ground, from Dec.
24 to Jan. 1, both inclusive, is hereby
allowed.
Sec. 2. That all ordinances and
parts of ordinances in conflict with this
ordinance are hereby repealed.
Ordinance passed Dec. 15, 1897.
TOT 111: PUBLIC. '
I desire to inform the public that
the undertaking business of the late
J. H. Johnson will be continued at the
same place, No. 331 Jefferson street,
and I beg the public for a continuance
of their patronage and good will, as
suring them of the same prompt and
careful attention and courteous treat
ment that have characterized this
business in the past.
Mr. W. R. Fields, who has for some
time been closely associated with Mr.
J. H. Johnson in the management of
the business, will assume its general
management and devote his entire
time to same, and to all who entrust
any business or engagements to him I
guarantee perfect satisfaction.
EDWARD E. DESVERNEY,
Administrator.
TO CAPTAINS, MASTERS, MATES
AND SAILORS.
The latest New York, Boston, Phila
delphia and other daily newspapers;
weekly journals and monthly maga
zines; books and cheap literature;
letter and note paper, pens and ink.
—at—
ESTILL'S NEWS DEPOT,
18 Bull street,
corner of Bryan street (near the U. S.
Custom House).
FLAG COMPETITION.
Ten dollars will be awarded for the
best design submitted for a flag for
the City of Savannah. All designs
must be submitted In colors and show
In some way the Coat of Arms or seal
of the city. The competition will close
Jan. 1. Address all communications
to JAMES M. DIXON,
Chairman.
I BUY LIFE INSURANCE
Policies and pay more for them than
the companies do.
ALLAN SWEAT.
IA)KT.
yesterday, two checks made in favor
of H. L. McKlndsey, one for $49,
signed by A. Ehrlich, and the other
for $8.50, signed by O. Withouakl.
Return to 149 Bull street.
H. L. McKINDSEY.
Have Your Dress Shirts Laundered
BY THE
Savannah-Oeorgia Steam Laundry
Ant It Will Be Well Done.
11 West Congress Street. 110 West Congress Street.
PHONES 333. JBJ, 9H.
SAVANNAH MORNING NEWS: lUESDAY. DECEMBER 20. 1904.
SPECIAL NOTICES.
CHAMPNEY'S ISLAM) PROPERTY.
On Tuesday, Jan. 3, 1905, the above
property will be offered for sale to
the highest bidder before the Court
House door in Darien. Ga. The prop
erty consists of an island in the Al
tamaha River, in Mclntosh County, the
land being in a high state of cultiva
tion, well ditched and banked, and one
and a half miles from Darien, Ga.
There are 750 acres of rice land and
160 acres of original swamp. The time
from Savannah to Darien by steamer
is from eight to ten hours. The time
from Savannah to Darien by rail is
3% hours. This is now and has been
in the past, one of the finest rice plan
tations on the South Atlantic coast.
T. M. CUNNINGHAM. Treasurer.
OUR STOCK
—of—
JEW El ,RA'
was never so complete.
Avoid the rush of the next
few days
by early selection.
You will be better satisfied.
THEUS & CO.
FOR CHRISTMAS.
TURKEYS.
DUCKS.
GEESE.
CHICKENS.
WILD TURKEYS.
WILD DUCKS.
PARTRIDGES.
WOOD COCK.
M. S. GARDNER,
411 Whitaker St.
FOR SALE
COTTON SPIED MEAL AND HULLS.
Sack, Ton, Carload.
SEABOARD COTTON OIL CO.,
229_Rny Street. East.
PLASTERING LATHES.
Large stock cheap. Prompt deliv
ery. Superior Alabama Lime. Get
our prices.
SAVANNAH LUMBER CO.
Georgia 'Phone, 347; Bell 'Phone, 425.
JUST ARRIVED FANCY KING AP
PLES
Fancy Apples of all kinds.
Bananas, any size bunches
FIRE WORKS—FIRE CRACKERS.
COLLINS, GRAYSON & CO.
Both 'phones 244.
SAVANNAH RANK AND TRUST CO.
Savannah, Oa., Dec. 15, 1904. —The
directors have this day declared a
semi-annual dividend of 33.00 per
share on the capital stock of this
bank, payable on and after Jan. 1,
1905, to stockholders of record this
date. S. L. CLAY, Cashier,
LILIES OF THE VALLEY,
American Beauty Roses, Double
Violets. Something extra handsome
are these products of our greenhouse.
JOHN WOLF,
Phones 634. _ Ott and Anderson Sts,
W. T. HOPKINS,
General Insurance,
18 Bryan street, east. Phones 219.
Chas. Ineleaby, Manager.
POLLYCIIROME RIBBON.
Have you seen It? Writes in two
colors. The latest models of the
Remington Typewriter are the only
machines equipped with this new de
parture In typewriting.
R. M. HULL, Sole Dealer,
ARRIVING DAILY.
Florida Oranges, Tangerines, Grape
Fruit, Pineapples, Tomatoes, Choice
Selected Tennessee Turkeys, Poultry,
Eggs, Cape Cod Cranberries, at
E. MEYERS & CO.’S,
318 and 320 Bryan street, east
Bell Phone 2382.
COTTON IS ALL RIGHT.
I dye cotton just as good as wool
Lace dyed to match any dress.
Feathers dyed and cleaned like
new. Gents' Bults and Overcoats
dyed or cleaned to perfection. Blan
kets and lace curtains. Ditto dry
cleaning and mourning blacks a spe
cialty at GROGAN'S NEW YORK
DYE WORKS, Whitaker and State
streets. Both phones 943. Estab
lished 1891.
A. C. OELSCIHG A SON,
Flurnl Decorators.
Handsomest Palms and Ferns In the
Southern states. Cut Flowers and
Floral Designs. Your orders solicited.
Both phone* 4 98.
J. GARDNER, Agent, 18 Broughton
street, east.
25
Per Cent
Discount
on Eyeglasses
and Spectacles.
la now the rule at Schwab's
Seventeenth Annual Sale at
Reduced Prices. Eyeglasses
given as presents may be ex
changed for lenses that fit
the eyes of the recipient.
* ■
Oculists’ Prescriptions Filled
at the Same Discount.
WHAT IT MEANS:
Onr finest $2.00 Crystal
Lenses now $1.50.
Onr finest $5.00 Solid Gold
Frames now $3.75.
Our finest $2.00 Gold Filled
Frames now $1.50.
Our finest SI.OO Aluminum
Frame now 75c.
Your frames kept In good
repair for one year free of
charge.
These "prices w ill continue
till Christinas. A golden op
portunity for you to supply
yourself with proper glasses.
Our examinations are free.
DR. i. SW SDN.
Bull and State.
Henry Solomon
& Son
are
Headquarters
for
Popular Brands
Pure Wines
and
Liquors
fs, - N> -
Christmas Suggestions.
Diamond Kings" 111 solitaires.
Rings in emerald, ruby, sapphire,
pearl, turquoise and opal combina
tions.
Diamond Earrings.
Brooches in diamonds, pearls and
enamels.
Gentlemen’s and Ladies’ Watches.
Lockets and Charms.
Cuff Buttons and Studs.
Scarf Pins in beautiful and odd de
signs.
Gents’ and Ladies’ Signet Rings.
Fobs, Watch Chains.
Neck. Lorgnette and Bead Chains.
Hat Pins in gold and silver.
Genuine Tortoise Shell Back and
Side Combs.
Pearl Opera Glasses.
Gents’ and Ladles’ Umbrellas.
Comb, Brush and Mirror Sets.
Manicure Sets.
Silver Deposit Perfume Bottles.
Powder Boxes.
Shaving Sets, Military Brushes.
Cigarette Cases, Match Boxes.
Sterling Silver Novelties.
Cut Glass and Clocks.
A look is all we ask.
Desbouillons.
12 Broughton St., East, New Store.
Opposite Adler's. Bell ’phone 1167.
Xmas Juvenile Bicycles.
Xmas Daytons.
First-class goods and right prices.
WALTER F. HIGGINS,
Prcsldent-Drayton.
L. “ ——SH
SPECIAL NOTICES.
OYSTERS. OYSTERS. OYSTERS.
Oysters and the best of oysters!
served in every style and delivered to
any part of the city.
SCHWARZ CAFE.
P. S.— Remember that you may or
der here anything that the market
uffords. Regular breakfasts and sup
pers 35c. Corner Congress and Whit
aker.
NOW IS THE TIME TO DO IT.
Clean up the, dainty little plecfes for
ihe season, so ‘long folded away and
not used. We make them as good
a* new and Just a pretty. Our work
men are skilled.
SAVANNAH STEAM DYE WORKS,
Ga. Phone 1264. 21 York, west
Call and examine our line of , r
Cooking Stoves and Ranges,
and Oil and Wood Heaters.
We have several grades to se-
lect from. Prominent among -
them are the celebrated Char- v‘>•
ter Oak Cook Stoves and l fewN
Ranges, and Barler Oil Heat- •
Our prices are right and
satisfaction is guaranteed. M*-v" "?•
PALMER HARDWARE CO., I VSTT**’}? -civ
Bay and Jefferson Sts. %
MILL-HAVEN COMPANY.
LUMBER
In order to reduce our stock we offer for immediate
sale the following material at very low prices f. o. b.
cars our mill:
2 car No. 3Com. Bevel Weatherboarding 55.00
2 car No. 2 Com. Square Edge Weatherboarding $6.00
1 car Sheathing SB.OO
5 cars Framing Stock SIO.OO
Weatherboards and Sheathing dressed, framing
surfaced four sides.
Good Resolutions
When made in good faith are commendatory. Strength to
carry out the resolution is essential. If you resolva**to save a
part of your earnings you will find a savings account a source
of strength. A life of steady plodding and constant saving
NOW will insure a future life of ease and comfort.
The Oglethorpe Savings and Trust Cos.
8-10 BRYAN STREET, EAST, SAVANNAH GA.
HERMAN MYERS, Preslflent. JNO. M. BRYAN, Cashier.
JACOB PAULSEN. Vice Pres. ALLAN SWEAT. Accountant.
Suppose you try a
CASINO OYSTER CRAB STEW
Nothing its equivalent on the market. Sea Food our no
ted specialty. Shore Luncheons our great success, and
late Dour tit-bits are always here.
Send us your orders early
for Christmas Boxes and #
Baskets. We are rushed to
death—the demand greater
than ever before.
BUSINESS NOTICES.
PLUSH ROBES
FOR
Christmas Presents .
The prettiest ever shown in
Savannah.
PRICES ARE RIGHT
$3.50 to $25.00
Horse Blankets in any Style
or Quality.
Cohen-Kulman
Carriage & Wagon Cos.
BROUGHTON AND WEST BROAD STS.
A Handsome Box
—OF—
Imported
Confections
—FOR—
-10 Cents,
Dainty and Pretty,
SO GOOD FOR THE
Christmas Stocking.
A large line of Whitman's cele
brated confections.
Fine Apples, Oranges. Grape
Fruit, Bananas, Cocoanuts, etc.
A, M. &c7w,WEST,
A |C BICYCLES
919 FOH BOYS AND GIRLS.
0. W. THOMAS,
JelTrrson and Broughton Lane.
BICYCLES *in
FOR BOYS AND GIRLS 910
2 Dozen Pieces for
35 Cents.
NAPKINS Sc
10 TOWELS Sc
3 PILLOW CASKS 3c
3 SHEETS 0c
I TABLE CLOTH Sr
I SPREAD 10c
24 PIECES 3Sr
BUSINESS NOTICES.
FINER THAN EVER.
Your Xmas turkey will be plump
and tender if bought here. I am
careful that no old birds come into
my store. Better leave your order
now and be on safe side.
My duck hunter is out now making
preparation to supply me. Plenty fine
fruits. Bon Voyage, Nobiseos and fruit
cakes. 100 pairs of fresh English
killed ducks, $1 a pair.
Phones 107, JAS, J. JOYCE.
Holiday Suggestion.
The ideal Christmas gift is
that which compasses within it
self, utility as well as beauty. A
rare and beautiful piece of sil
ver is an enduring and pleasant
reminder of a person or an oc
casion, as perhaps, is nothing
else..
R. Van Keuren 6 Cos.
JEWELERS,
143 Bull Street.
FURNACES
CORNWELL X CIIIPMAN.
108 Congress, West.
SAVANNAH TRUST CO.
Comparative Statement of Deposits.
Dec. 7,1902. Dec. 7. 1903. Dec. 7,1904.
$190,132.50 $317,903.07 $031,900.94
*• UkAJ. S JOMMWff. MM. V. DAVIS,
pr. aid.nt Vk ImMisc. Umff mud IMS
4%
PAID ON DEPOSITS
—4a the—
Savings
Department
COMMERCIAL BANK
of Savannah.
State Depository.
DEPARTMENT OF
SAVINGS
Southern Bank
of the State of Georgia.
ATTENTION IS REQUESTED TO
ADVANTAGES OFFERED TO DE
POSITORS IN THE DEPARTMENT
OF SAVINGS OF THIS BANK.
INTEREST PAID OR COMPOUND
ED QUARTERLY AT THE OPTION
OF DEPOSITOR.
JOHN FLANNBRT, Prudent
HORACE A CRANE, Vic® President
JAMES SULLIVAN. Cashier.
MILLS B. LANE, President.
GEO. C. FREEMAN. Cashier.
GORDON L. GROOVER, Asst. Cashier.
Ttie Gilizensliof sovQiQi
Capital and Surplus SBOO,OOO
We Solicit the Accounts of
Banks, Firms, Corporations
and Individuals.
Our patrons will receive cour
teous treatment at all times, and
every accommodation within the
range of prudent banking.
No. 1840. Chartered 1866.
The MERCHANTS NATIONAL BANK
OF SAVANNAH, GA.
UNITED STATES DEPOSITORY.
Capital $500,000
Surplus and undivided profits. 127,000
Total $627,000
Accounts ot Banks, Bankers, Cor
porations, Firms and Individuals re
ceived upon favorable terms.
Issues Time Certificates of Deposit
bearing Interest
Correspondence solicited
J. A. G. CARSON. President
BEIRNE GORDON. Vice President
W. M. DAVANT. Cashier.
The Germania Bank,
SAVANNAn, GA.
CAPITAL. SURPLUS AND UN
DIVIDED PROFITS, $500,000
Transacts a General Banking
Business.
Deposits of one dollar and tip
wards received in Savings De
partment. Interest payable or
compounded quarterly.
HENRY F.LUN. President
GEO. \V. TIEDEMAN, Vico Prea.
JOHN M. HOGAN, Cashier.
WALTER F. HOGAN. Assistant
Cashier.
IDLE MONEY
deposited in the
Savings Department
—OF THE—
Chatham Bank
I* free from speculative dangers,
yields an Income as large as Is con
sistent with conservative methods of
banking, nnd is at all times subject to
lie control of the depositor.
LEOPOLD ADLER, President
T. M. CUNNINGHAM. JR., Vice Pres
FRED. W. CLARKE, Cashier.
COURTNEY THORPE. Asst. Cashier.
BUSINESS NOTICES.
Christmas Candies,
Fruit Cakes, Pound Cakes.
Place your order for f'harlofte
ltnssr. Ice ("renin, etc., for Chrls
mni dinner with ns. The Larg
est assortment of Fancy Goods,
Baskets, etc., ever shown In Sn
vaunnli.
BEI,SINGER & GROSS,
Phones 265.
Juvenile Bicycles .
SAVE MONEY.
LOOK BEFORE BUYING.
OAKMAN & O’NEIL,
KM and HI Drayton Street.