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THE BRUNSWICK NEWS. BOLUME 1, NUMBER 131. j THE PRINCE ARRIVES IN WASHINGTON AND IS ROYALLY ENTERTAINED. QUITE FOND OF PUBLICITY. WANTED TO RIDE IN AN OPEN CARRIAGE SO HE COULU SEE AND BE SEEN. Driven to the White House to Meet President Roosevelt and Other Officials. Washington, Feb. 24. —Prince f Henry of Prussia and suite, accom parried by the welcoming delegates from both the president and the Ger man embassy, arrived at 10:20 this morning. The rear of the train was closely guafded by secret service men with the care that will be exer cised throughout its journeying dur ing the prince's stay on American soil. The train bearing the prince to the national capital made an exceed ingly slow run from Jersey City to Baltimore, but there was no desire to make time with it. The train left jersey City at 1 o’clock and arranged to so time its run that It would not reach Washington until after 10 o’clock. The prince retired shortly after tne special began its journey across the state of New Jersey and it was after 7 o'clock when he arose. He breakfasted at 8 o'clock in the private car Columbia. He said he found himself very comfortable and thanked the president s delegates and railway officials for the arrangements made for transportation. He ex pressed a desire to ride in the engine some time during the journey through the country and it was arranged for him to do so in the mountains of Pennsylvania. Rather Democratic. The prince occupied the time dur ing the run from Baltimore to Wash ington in Democratic fashion, talk ing freely witn those about him. He told the president's delegates he wished to see as much as possible of the places through wnich he was to travel, and that as there would be some interest on the part of the peo ple in seeing him as well, he thougnt it would he best to use an open car riage in driving tor a portion of the itinerary everywhere. The delegates told him they would arrange the mat ter. Arrival at Washington. Secretary or State, Hay, Secretary of tne Navy, lx>ng, Assistant Sec retary of State Pearce, and Count Quadt and two other attaches from the German embassy awaited the ar rival of the train at the depot. The embassy officials wore full uniform. A bugle call by a cavalryman sta tioned outside announced the arri val of the train. The welcoming par ty passed quickly into the prince's car and informally extended him a welcome to the city. A few moments later the party emerge,! and passed to the reception room. Commander Cowles, President Roosevelt's brother-in-law, and Adju tant General Corbin were the first to alight and the prince was not far be hind. Walking rapidly and smiling to a group of officials, detertives, and newspaper men, he crossed the depot aisle and entered the reception room. There he remained ten minutes. Finally Prince Henry, accompanied by Secretary Hay and Rear Adimarl Evans, entered the last of the open carriages. The carriages of the otli es were drawn up in line and the prince's carriage dashed at a rapid speed to the head of the column, in stantly the police and military es corts wheeled into position and the party started up Pennsylvania ave nue for the white house. At the White House. Rarely in history has the white house been ilir scene of a more bril liant spectacle than today when President Roosevelt, welcomed to the United States Prenee Henry of Prus sia. The decorations of the three communicating parlors—the blue room, where the president and prince met and exchanged greetings; the red parlor, occupied by Mrs and Miss Roosevelt, and the green room, where there were assembled tne members of the cabinet and ladies, and wife of Secretary Cortelyou, ’and a few in vited guests—-were exquisitely beau tiful. The great east room, where were conducted the prince’s suit, the Ger man ambassador and staff, the Amer ican officers, and other prominent guests, was handsomely decorated. in these stale apartments, as else where, unseemly display was careful ly avoided, but the rich furniture) and draperies, artistically arranged vases, filled with great clusters of American Beauty roses and other blos soms, and the gorgeous uniforms ot the prince and his party combined to make the scene one of exception al brilliancy and beauty. NO TRUTH IN RUMOR. a. -— PRESIDENT ERWIN KNOWS NOTHING OF PLANT BEING SOLD TO SOUTHERN. Yesterday Savannah Press says: Presiuent R. G. Erwin of the Plant System arrived in tne city yesterday from New York. Mr. Erwin will be .present in the city for several days, during which time lie will give at tention to various matters of import ance connected with tile system’s af fairs hefe and at other points along the line. One important matter will he the new bond issue of tile system, wnich will save the company many thousands of dollars each year in interest. The new bonds, it is un derstood, will bear a rate of 1 per cent, while many of those now in rorce bear a rate as high as 7 per cent. The bonds will be formally is sued on Wedneday at the company's general offices here. President Erwin was seen by a rep resentative of The Press this safter noon and was asked about the recent newspaper rumors that the Southern railway might, get the Plant system “I know of no such contemplated action,” said Mr. Erwin. “Wc are go ing ahead, improving the system ail the time, and have uttle time to run down all such ri me s, which really amount to n.chirr , re they do no harm to any one and use only idle surmise and ic the Southern was uuoiii M.- j. oj s tern i would certainly snow u and th; t I do r. t know of a iy such deal is proof ihui t i,ih no trui.h in the story." 200 bunches as fine bananas as ever came to this market My prices will sell them. Come and see. Hoodenpyle. BRUNSWICK, GA„ TUESDAY MORNING, FEBRUARY 25, 1901. m ON TIE COOLING BOARD. FARMER IN NEW YORK THOUGHT DEAD CAME NEAR BEING BURIED ALIVE. Apparently Frozen He Was In the Undertakers' Establish ment Ten Hours. New York, Feb. 24.—Found frozen in a snowdrift and apparently dead after Friday’s storm, William Ferry, a farmer, near Antnony, N. lay for ten hours on the cooling board of ail undertaker's shop surrounded by eor fins and the paraphernalia of death. But for the absence of the under taker lie might, nave been buried alive. Ferry was found lying in the snow. The body was cold and the supposed corpse was taken to an undertaking establishment. i lull' a dozen neigh bors gathered to wateli over tne bony. The absence of the undertaker prevented further action. When ho arrived the party gather ed in another room. Upon their re turn to the cooling room they were horrified io find the supposed eropse missing. "Body-snatchers, was their first thought. An alarm was sent out and a messsenger harried to Ferry’s ..ome. When ho arrived Ferry was disposing of a hearty meal. He said lie suddenly became conscious and, observing iiis surroundings, tied through a side door and hurried home. TREAT IN STORE FOR TONIGHT. Mr. McLean and Miss Tyler in “King John.” The attraction at the Grand to night is one of the best, plays offered our tlieuti r-goers. It will be the first appearance in this city of Mr. Mc- Lean and Miss Odette lylcr, both of whom have a reputation as excel lent performers. They will play 'King John," and the Grand will again be crowded, as is gen rally the case when such a superb attraction is offered. The announced coming of Mr. Mc- Lean and M iss Tyler to t.he Grand on Tuesday, February 25, is of ixseuliar interest to the theater-going public of this city. The engagement is considered one of the most important ever secure,, (or the local play house, and the great stars will undoubtedly be greet ed by one of the largest audiences that ever assembled in the house. Both Mr. McLean and Miss Tyler have long been reeeognized as among the leading lights in the theatrical profes sion, and this season they have under taken a revival of the legitimate drama on an elaborate scale. That they have met with unbounded success is attested by the splendid houses that nave greeted them in every city in which they have so far appeared, and by tbe enthusiastic criticisms from press and public everywhere. The play is elaborately produced, being magnificiently staged, correctly costumed arid interpreted liy a cast of all stars, headed by Mr. McLean and Miss Tyler. TREASURER LEE ANNOUNCES. He is a Candidate For Re-election. His Card. To rny friends and the voters of Glynn county: I hereby announce myself a candi date for re-eietion to the office ox County Treasurer, subject to the democratic' primary. For two~torms I have been elected to this office and trust my conduct has been such as to merit your eofidenee and sup port. Thanking you for your sup port in the past. I am yours truly, H. L. LEE. WANTED —At once a smart white boy; must be quick; no cigarette smokers wanted. Geo. VV. Harper, the Grocer. PRISONERS WEEP IN GLOOMYTOMBS FUNERAL SERVICES OVER MRS. FOSTER WERE HELD IN "BOGYILE.” She Was Known as “Tombs Angel" and Lost Her Life in Satur day’s Fire. New York, Feb. 24. —Memorial ser vices have been held in the Tombs prison for Mrs. Rebecca Foster, known as the “Tombs angel,” who was burned to death in tne Park Ave nue hotel fire. For i2 years Mrs. Foster seldom had missed a Sunday iu the Tombs, it is man,v years since siie obtained tne "run” of the prison. For a long while, like many others, she went to the warden's ofiieo daily and ob tained a pass lo enter the gate. The daily issuance of passes became a burden and, finaly, on his own re sponsibility, Warden Fallon gave her permission to enter the place as she pleased. Tnis courtesy was extend ed to her by other wardens. In the woman's prison one service was hold. Hardened women, who had withstood, the. efforts of Mrs. Foster and who time after time, wnen taken from their evil lives by her, had gone back Lo the old careers, cried nice children. Florence limns, who is accused of killing Walter IlrooUs, was one of the last to C('me under tne influence of Mrs. Foster. Convinced that the girl was innocent, Mrs. Foster had several talks with tier. When the “angel 1 ’ did not appear on Saturday Florence asked for nor and was told she iiad liven killed. Florence was much affected but it was not Until the service yesterday that she gave way. Then she laid ner head upon the shoulder of one of the matrons and sobbed. in tile men's prison there was a service at which prisoners iu whom Mrs. Foster had taken an interest were present. Some .of the men wept when her name was mentioned Funeral services will be held to morrow in Calvary church. EASTER COMES MARCH 30. Merchants Wilt Have to Display Their Stocks Earlier Tills Year. Easier bonnets will lie in vogue mis season earlier than in the past, because Fasti r Sunday comes March 40. i ni' meiciiants are already getting ousy. They say they expect to have a fiuer trade this spring than over before. Spring goods will soon be fluttering in the quiet sepnyrs. Ad vertisers are already picking out their specialties. TO ELECT FIRST LIEUTENANT. Brunswick Riflemen Will Name One Tomorrow Nignt. At the meeting tomorrow night, the Brunswick Riflemen will name a first lieutenant, which place has been vacant for a number of days. A News reporter learns that the company lias already decided on tin man, and lie is one of the best versed men on military tactics in Bruns wick, and served in the ranks of tne Riflemen for a number of years. A number of applications for membership will also lie received at the meeting, which promises to lie a very interesting one. Public Confidence. Everybody feels well satisfied when they send their clothes to Jim Carter. He lias his business so organized that every wish of the customer is satis fied. Your clothes are sent for and promptly returned with everything executed with care and precision, if you want good service send your clothes to him. WITHDREW INVITATION FOR SENATOR TILLMAN TO DINE WITH PRINCE. TILLMAN AND M’LAURIN BOTH IN THEIR SEATS. Washington, Feb. 24. —The senate met at 11 o'clock to dispose of the Philippine tariff bill. More than or dinary interesst was attached to the meeting today, not only on account of the last day’s debate and final vote oa the bill, but also because of the fact that during the Jay Prince Hen ry would visit the senate. Both .tne South Carolina seators were on tne floor when the senate was called to order. Mr. McLaurin came in first and Mr. Tillman just as tli.’ chaplain offered prayer. A small bunch of red roses and white carnations lay on Mr. Tillman’s desk. STAND FOR RE-ELECTION. Mr. H. S. Lee Announces For Coun ty Treasurer. Mr. H. S. Lee, present Coaly Treas urer, announces in this issue for re election, and it is now a three-cor nerej lignt. Mr. lae lias held the position for the past two terms and has made an excellent, official. Fine Clothing. Wednesday and Thursday of this week Mr. .1. L. Isaacs, representing the Globe Tailoing Company of Cincin nati, will make a big display of sam ples of suits and trousers, at their agent's store, Messrs. Levy Bros. & Cos., and take orders or suits or trous ers made to measure. Anyone wish ing perfection in the. cut of their clothes will do well to call at Levy’s store on those days, as Mr. Isaacs is an expert in tne art. of taking meas ure and a guarantee goes with each ord( r for a perfect fit and entire sat isfaction. ADVANCE IN RATES. at: CERTAIN CLASSES OF INSUR ANCE ADVANCES 25 PER CENT. IN BRUNSWICK. The lex al lire insurance agents nave received advices of a general, flat advance ot 25 per cent, in in surance rates on all mercantile stocks, mercantile buildings manu facturing risks and special hazards. This advance in rates does not ap ply, however, to dwellings, furniture or brick mercantile buildings. The advance went into effect Friday. The reason of tnis advance is that there have been tremendous fire losses so lar this year, losses fully 100 per cent, in excess over tne same pe riod last. year. II is estimated that since the first, of January the insur ane companies have paid out be tween thirty and forty millions of dol lars for tire losses, and this is be ginning to tell on them. LEVY’S AIR SHIPS. Not Santos Dumont s But Just as Good for a Boy. The Brunswick small boy had his eye on Levy’s twentieth century air ships yesterday. There was a rush for them during tire afternoon and the boy who had a dime got happy early. Out in the squares the air was lull of whirling "airships" that looked like day pigeons. The air ship is a simple tiling, with a string, but the amount of fun that the boy who was able to buy one got out of it was worth a good deal more than cents. Some older people took a hand at the airships, too, and got their share of fun out of them. Levy bought a few gross of tbe ships just lor a flyer, but it tne small boys stock of dimes holds out they will have to get In another cargo. PRICE FIVE CENTS. PITCHFORK BEN NOT PRESENT, ROOSEVELT WITHDREW INVITA TION FOR HIM TO DINE AT THE WHITE HOUSE. Frye Orders Clerks In the Senate Not to Call Names of Tillman and McLaurin. Washington, Feb. 24.—President Roosevelt has withdrawn the invita tion extended Senator Tillman of South Carolina to attend the dinner to be given tonight in honor of Prince Henry of Prussia at the white house. It is stated tnat this action on the part of the president is made necessary from the occur ence on the floor of the senate last Saturday when the senator from South Carolina was declared in con tempt of the senate Senator Martin of Virginia, a member of the com mittee on naval affairs ,nas accept ed the invitation in Senator Till man's place. The invitation was ex tended originally to Senator Till-' man owing to the fact that he is the ranking minority member of ttie na val affairs committee. Tillman Wouldn’t Withdraw. There was a sensational sequel to the decision of the president to eliminate Mr. Tillman from the list of dinner guests. Tne president sent for Senator Cockrell and asked him as a friend and Democratic col league of Mr. Tillman to suggest to the latter the propriety of withdraw ing ins acceptance of the dinner in vitation. The president explained his attitude in the matter and said in view of the contempt proceedings Mr. Tillman's presence would not only be an aft'rout to the senate, hut a dis courtesy to Prince Henry. Mr. Cockrell accepted the commission and later telephoned the president Hint Tillman absolutely refused to withdraw the acceptance in response to the president’s suggestion. Roosevelt Writes Note. The president immediately ean reiled the invitation in a note he dis patched to Mr. Tillman shortly be fore noo today. In tnis note, which was very brief and formal, the pres ident stated that he regretted he was obliged to withdraw the invitation. Simultaneously Senator Martin of Virginia was invited to take Mr. Tillman’s place at the dinner as the next, ranking Democratic member of the senate naval affairs committee. Then Cannot Vote. Senator Frye, president pro tem. of the senate, gave instructions to the clerks of the senate today that the names of Senators Ti liman and Mc- Laurin of South Carolina must not be called on the roll calls until fur ther notice. This fixes the status of the seators, who are practically sus pended from all senatorial functions. McLaurin Wants Investigation. Mr. Pritcnard (Rep.), of North Carolina, at, the request of Senator McLaurin, offered a resolution direct ing the privilege and elections com mittee to investigate Senator Till man's charges that. McLaurin was improperly influenced to vote for the Spanish peace treaty. The reso lution was referred to that commit tee. Have a look at the new skirts. I-evy’s. Clothe* cleaning season now on.— Go to Jim Carter’s.