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THE BRUNSWICK TIMES. fOLUME 7, NO. 01. TROOPS IN SAD TROUBLE. The Greeks Are Giving Them All That They Can At tend To. HAVE FEARS FOR THE FRONTIER. At Karya, Greecian Band Makes An Attack and One Officer Was Killed—Advance Post Fired Upon. Headquarters of the Turkish Army it) Macedonia, Klassonia, April 17, 8 a m.— News has reached here that a Greek baud has attacked the Turkish troops at Karya, northwest of Nezeros. A Turkish officer and two men were wounded. As this message is for warded the fighting continues and a council of war is sitting here under the presidency of Edhem Pasha, the Turkish commander in chief. Athens, April 17—Dispatches just received from the Greek Headquarters at Larissa confirm the report that an engagement has taken place near Ne zeros, in Thessaly, on the frontier, near Mount Analipsis, between Turks aud Greeks. It is further stated that the Turks were the aggressors, having attacked the Greek advance post. A Greek corporal and a Greek sublieu tenant was wounded. It is under s.ood that the wounded officers be longed to the regular army of Greece, though this is not positively stated. Salomca, April 17.—The battalion ot Albanians, stationed atUskub in read iness to start for the Greek frontier, has been sent in haste to Verana, on the Montenegran frontier, and an o her battaliou, now in course of for mation, will follow as soon as possible. This unexpected movement of the Turkish troops towards the Montene gran frontier has given rise to the re port that serious danger is apprehend ed in that direction. COLONEL KELLOGG. The Popular Officer Died Yesterday at Mc- Pherson Barracks. Atlanta, April 17.—C01. W. L. Kel logg, commanding the Fifth regiment of the United States army, died this morning St McPherson barracks, near this city. Colonel Kellogg, who was an able and popular officer, was examined by the retiring board two weeks ago, and would probably have been relieved from active duty in a few days. FITZGERALD FIRE. The Famous Corn and Cotton Palace De stroyed by Incendiaries. Fitzgerald, April 17.—The famous Corn and Cotton palace here was burned last night. The fire is supposed to have been the work of incendiaries. The building was used tor exposition purposes last year. With the Banks. New York, April 17.—The weekly bank statement shows the following changes: Reserve increase, $796,850; loans increase $1,457,600; specie in creased $755,900;1egal tenders increase $776,600; deposits increase $2,942,600; circulation decrease $184,000. Banks now bold $46,866,900 in excess of re quirements of the 25 per cent rule. Scorchers “Scrap.” Atlanta, April 17—Harry Cabauiss and E. L. Bishop, rival bicycle riders aud prominent society going people, met this morning in a lively fight. Kolb men’s faces were considerably bruised. Each is claiming to be tbe victor. His Death Day. Georgetown, Del., April 17—Mr James L. Gordy, who was convicted on Thursday of the murder of Mrs. Mary Lewis, was today sentenced to be banged on June 11 next. WAGERED HIS LIFE. And When His Horse Was Beaten, James Hunter Disappeared. San Francisco, April 17.—James Hunter, who has followed the turf for many years, is supposed to have staked his life on Goldbug, his favorite racer. Goldbug, who started in a race at Oak land track on Thursday, made a gal lant struggle, but there were faster horses in the field. Defeat meant much to Hunter, who is now missing. His friends are firmly convinced that he has forfeited his life because his horse lost the race. Hunter anx ously watch-d the race, on which he had staked everything. When the race was over he pulled his hat over his eyes and remarked to his friend, Phillip Blebentha 1 er: “I staked my life on that race and lost. A few drops will soon put an end to the whole business.” Taking a last look at Goldbug as the animal was being led to the etatioD Hunter turned away from the raoe course and has not been seen since. FUSS OVER FARES. Indictments Found Against Indianapolis Street Railway Officials. Indianapolis, April 17. — Indictments have been returned by a special session of the grand jury against President A. L. Mason, Superintendent Miller El liott, and a dozen conductors and other officers of the Citizens’ Street Railway company for violation of the 3 cent fare law. Mason and Elliott were ar rested and promptly gave bonds. Feeling against the company still runs bigh, but the announcement made by the railway officials of their determination to acc pt 3 cent fares pending an appeal will probably pre vent further trouble. PRINCE IN A POUT. He is Disgusted Because Speculators Are Making Money. London, April 17. —Many people are leaving here, and the railroad stations present scenes of the greatest activity, culminating with the greatest crush on Thursday. The Prince of Wales is overlooking all arrangements for the celebration of the queen’s diamond jubilee. He went to Sandringham on Thursday, and was disgusted at finding that po sitions along the whole route for tbe parade were in the hands of specula tors at very high prices. WHITE’S ELOODY WORK Will Be Expiated on The Gallows Early in June. Columbus, April 17. —Judge Bult today sentenced Henry White to be hanged on June 4. White and his father killed three policemen in this city last year, and his father died from wounds a few days after the tragedy. Cornerstone Ceremonies. Poulan, Ga,, April 17. —At the cor ner stone laying of the Aberdeen Cot ton Mills today. Gov. Atkinson de livered the principal address. Ex ercises were conducted by tbe Ma sonic order. An immense crowd was present and much enthusiasm over the great enterprise for Worth county was shown. Health Officer Held. Cincinnati, April 17.—Dr. J. W. Prendergast. health officer of Cincin nati, was today held to answer to the grand jury in the sum of SIO,OOO by Magistrate Winkler on the charge of attempting to secure money from the Frazier Tablet company while pure food commissioner of this state. MiU Is No More. Sparks, ®a., April 17 —The large planing mills of Padrick & Phillips near here were fire last night, with the machinery and lumber. The origin is supposed to be incen diary. Roosevelt Resigns. New Y r ork, April 17.—Police Com missioner Roosevelt sent Mayor Strong his letter of resignation from ■ tbe police department this morning. BRUNSWICK, GA.. SUNDAY MORNING, APRIL 18 1897. CRISIS COMES IN KENTUCKY. Hunter and His Associates In dicted for Conspiracy to Bribe. HOT TALK FROM THOSE HURT. Bond Fixed For the Accused Politicians and the Capital Thrown Into a Fever of Excitement. Frankfort. April 17.—The Franklin county grand jury has returned true bills against Dr. W. Godfrey Hunter, SH'' in THE TIES EXTENDS HAPPY EASTER GREETINGS TO ITS READEES. the republican nominee for the senate; ex-Congressman John Henry Wilson, of the Eleventh district; Hon. E. T. Franks, of the second district; Cap tain Noel Gaines and bis brother-in law, Thomas Tauner, of Fraukfort. Those named have been indicted for conspiracy to bribe. All are republi cans with the exception of Gaines and Tanner. The indictments were all included in one bill and were filed in court at 10:20 o’clock. The news at once be came public and created the greatest indignation among the republicans, all of whom denounced it as a conspiracy among Frankfort - democrats to hu miliate Hunter. Chairman Jones, of the republican caucus said that it was a “diabolical and hellish conspiracy” and that the republicans would disprove and re sent it in the proper spirit. Dr. Hunter has at last rebelled against Hanna and his agent here, Mr. Samuel Taylor of Ohio, and yesterday afternoon sent a request to Mr. Taylor that he leave Frankfort at once and not return to meddle in the senatorial muddle. This was not done, however. When the indictments had been re turned Judge Cantrill ordered that bench warrants be issued for the ar rest of the accused and made for the next term of court, which is in Sep tember. Bail was fixed at $250 in each case. Conspiracy to bribe is a common law offense in Kentucky, the penalty being fine or imprisonment or both at the discretion of the jury. Left This Life. Hartsville, S. C., April 17.-—John Grantham, aged 60, hung himself this morning by a chain. He was a vic tim of mental aberration. A wife and six children survive him. CAPT. KEIPTON TO BE CASHIERED. The Result of the Artillery Court Martial In Atlanta Made Known Last Night. THOMPSON TOLD TO TAKE LEAVE. The Privates, However, Will Be Repri manded—The Captains’ Offense Was Disrespect to the Governor. Atlanta, April IT. —Tbe result of the court-martial of the Atlanta Artillery was made public, semi-officially, to- night. The court-martial recommendation is that Captain Kempton be cash iered. The principal charge against the captain was that he spoke disre spectfully of Governor Atkinson. It is recomtrended further that Ser geant Thompson be dishonorably dis charged and that the privates be re primanded. The court-martial has been the reigning sensation in Atlanta since its session began, and the verdict has been awaited with great interest. Mosely Didn’t Keep Mum. Rome, Ga., April 17. —Miles Mosely a negro 18 years old, was lodged in jail today charged with being an ac cessory to murder. He came here and told that a man named Cavins bor rowed his pistol and killed a stranger, took his valuables and departed, giv ing the negro ten dollars taken from the body. Means Millions. Vicksburg. Miss., April 17. —The Biggs levee, in Madison parish, bioke this morning and is now 100 feet wide. A gang of convicts have been put to work to strengthen it, but all their efforts are in vain. It is feared that the damage will run into the millions. Dummy Derailed. Milledgeville, April 17.—A dummy engine and car left the track near the insane asylum and severely jolted pas sengers. A negro boy’s leg was caught under the engine and broken above the ankle. The passengers had a nar row escape. The Weather. Atlanta, April -17.—Generally fair Sunday, slightly warmer. PINE CREST POTATOES. Photographs of Brobston’s Patch Are Adver tising Brunswick. The Brunswick correspondent of the Atlanta Constitution sends the follow ing interesting story to that paper: “Photographs have been forwarded to prospective Canadian settlers show ing a Brunswick Irish potato patch. The photos were taken some days ago at Pine Crest, the suburban home of Edwin Brobston. “The potatoes are yielding finely and have splendid growth. A delega tion of Canadians has just It ft Bruns wick. They were sent south by a num ber of their fellow citizens who want to locate in this country. Their trip pleased them to suoh an extent they wrote for pictures of growing vegeta tion to display before their friends in the icy north. “It is anew way to convince north ern folks of the sou’h’s possibilities, but may prove effective.” Thk Timks, following on this line, obtained yesterday some interesting additional facts. Mr. Brobston dug two hills of his potatoes as an experiment yesterday, obtaining a quart. He will begin sell ing in the local market this week, and by May 5 will begin shipping north. New potatoes are now quoted in New York at $9 per barrel. The Brobston patch will yield not less than 150 bushels to the acre. After the Irish potatoes are harvested sweet potatoes will be planted, and in Sep tember the second crop will be ob tained from the same ground. What is there better than Glynn county farming? Messrs. H. 11. Harvey, Gus Lowen stein and others will ship truck this year for the first time. Our people are just finding out that Brunswick is a fine point for truck farming. Mr. Richards, of the Southern, is doing a great work in helping to bring these advantages before the world. MEMORIAL DAY. A Notice to the Veterans From the Brunswick Camps. Comrades; —The Confederate veter ans of Glynn county, Ga., will be hon ored on Memorial day, the 26th inst, by tbe presence of our distinguished comrade, General Evans, who will on that occasion deliver the memorial ad dress. He will be introduced by our distingir'shed comrade, Gen. Floyd King, who has been elected marshal of the day. We most cordially invite all Confed erate veterans and their families to participate with us on that saored oc casion. Railroads and steamboats will be asked for half fare. A com mittee of arrangements will meet our guests on their arrival at Brunswick. Horace Dart, Commander Jackson Camp, 806, Con federate Veterans’ Association. Jas. L. Foster, Lieut. Commander Jackson Camp, 806, Confederate Veterans’ Association W. B. Burroughs, Vice-President So. Ga.- Confederate Veterans’ Association, and Presi dent Glynn County Confederate Veterans’ Association. Savannah, Waycross,Valdosta, Quit man, Thomasville, Americus, Albany. Jesup, Darien, Hawkinsville, Black shear and Baxley papers please copy. SOCIAL SEASON RESUMES. A List of the Events Whioh Will Occur in the First Week After Lent. The forty days of penance and self denial are over, and this week the so cial whirl resumes. A number of en tertainments are booked. Mr. Morton Marye will entertain at dinner at the Oglethorpe today. Monday evening a horseback ride will be given, eighteen couples parti cipating. Tuesday evening Miss Fleurine Mad den wiil entertain with cards. A boat party will make the canal merry Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. T. Q. Fleming entertains Wednesday evening. The Cotillion club will resume its germans with a particularly brilliant on" at the Oglethorpe Friday night. PRICE, FIVE CENTS. EASTER SUNDAY IN THE CHORCHES. The Various Observances of the Day in Brunswick Houses of Worship. SONGS AND SERMONS OF SEASON. Special Services in St. Mark’s, First Metho dist, St. Jude’s and the Presbyte rian Congregations. —Easter Sunday- will be observed to day in the local churches. At the Baptist church Sunday the pastor will begin a special series of meetings. He will be assisted by Col. T. A. Parker, of Baxley, a prominent layman and powerful singer. Meetings daily except Saturday at 3:30 p. m. and 7:45 p. m. The pastor specially requests that every commuuicaut of St. Jude’s church be preset s.t tbe firsc service, Easter morni”", 7 °V’ ' rr " ~ • ' Vi ren’s service will be 10 a. .. .aid be followed by morning prayer and sermon at 10 o’clock. Evening prayer and sermon at 7:30 o’clock. The usual Easter services will be held at McKendree Methodist church today. The church has been beauti fully decorated. In addition to the usual Easter ser vices at St. Mark’s Episcopal church today there will be a splendid song service by a choir composed as fol lows: Miss Retta McCullough, organ ist ; Mrs. A. J. Orovatt, Mrs. Harvey Anderson, soprano; Mrs. H. H. Ray mond, Mrs. Kate McKinnon, altos; Messrs. T. J. McCall, Ernest Fleming, Joe Raymond, tenors; Mr. Morel Sy mons, bass. The offertory will be a solo by Mrs. A. J. Crovatf. The children’s Easter services will be held at the church at 4 p, m., and will be very pretty. At the Presbyterian church tonight there will be a special feature in the Easter songs by the choir, which is as follows: Mr. Geo. Cock, organist; Mrs. A. J. Crovatt, soprano; Mrs. H. 11. Raymond, alto; Capt. Wm.Tupper, tenor; Mr. Howard Waff, bass. Mrs. Crovatt will render a beautiful solo* “The Holy City,” and “Magdaline” will be sung by the choir. Sunrise prayermeetings will be held tllia morning at both the First Meth odist and McKendree churches. EATING A HOUSE. Danforth’s Dog Literally Chews Its Way Out of Prison. Mr. J. R. B. Danforth, local repre sentative of Charles S. Ilirscli & Cos., has a dog with a record. Friday night Mr. Danforth inadvertently locked bis dog in his office opposite The Times, office and left him to pass the evening among the files and other archives of the lumber business. Yesterday morning when Mr. Dan forth opened Ins office he found a most remarkable state of affairs existing The dog, in its eagerness to escape, had almost completely chewed away the woodwork of two windows and partly eaten away a panel in the door. The work was as neatly done as any carpenter could have accomplished it, and if the dog had not been released after midnight by Mr. Ammons, of the Light and Water company, it would have literally eaten its way out of the house, Mr. Danforth thinks his dog would uiskc a Jistiuguisheti suc cess as a jai!b r "i’ BEACH RECEIVER. Judge Sweat Names Him in The Hoyt Hard ware Company Case. At Waycross yesterday, Judge Sweat appointed Mr. Jacob L. Beach permanent receiver of the Hoyt Hard ware company, succeeding Tempo rary Receiver A. H, Lane. Mr. Ed win Brobston was appointed receiver for the rents of the Burbage property.