Richmond Planet

THE RICHMOND PLANET VOL XVII, NO 12. MILLION DOLLAR BLAZE With Possible Loss of Life in the Metropolis of New Jersey. FIREMEN FIGHT ICE AND FLAME. Thrilling Rescue of the Superintendent of a Department Store Where the Fire Originated—Taken From a Ladder With His Clothing on Fire. Newark, N. J., Feb. 28.—The greatest fire this city ever experienced swept through the retail dry goods district last night, destroying a score or more buildings. The loss is estimated at over $1,000,000. Several lives may have been lost and several persons were badly burned. The fire started in W. V. Snyder's department store, at Broad and Cedar streets. The stock in this store was valued at $500,000, and nothing was saved. The building was burned to the ground. The fire broke out about 6:20 p. m., after the several hundred employees had left the building, which was then taken charge of by a number of sweepers. It is thought that some of the engine room force and similar employees may have been involved in flames spread with terrible rapidity, the entire building being enveloped be- re the arrival of the firemen. Only one man was seen, and he was at a window on the second floor in a freaky of fear. The firemen raised a ladder, but before they could scale it the man swung himself through the broken window and onto the ladder. As he reached the ladder a rush of flame came through the window, engulfing him. It receded in a moment, and the man was seen on the ladder wrapped, in fire as his clothing burned. A fireman ran up the ladder on the under side and grabbed him to prevent him falling. Then others went upon the upper side and began tearing the burning clothing from the man. They did this with their naked hands, and were themselves burned. Thousands of people witnessed the thrilling scene. The burning clothing was torn from the man, and with it came portions of the flesh. The man rescued from the building proved to be Oscar O. Schaekleton, 60 years of age. He was superintendent of the store and was making his usual round of inspection after the employees had left when caught by the fire. He is at St. Michael's hospital and is badly burned. All the police in the city were on duty at the fire except those absolutely needed on post. A hundred thousand persons gathered around the fire and made the task of the police a difficult one. The crowd had to be forced back again and again as the advance of the flames caused the firemen to shift position back. Despite the great heat and the rain of sparks upon the crowd it insisted on pushing forward and getting as near the scene of fire as the police would allow. Finally orders were given to extend the fire lines beyond the two blocks on either side, and the crowd was pushed back and lines were stretched across the street. Women fainted in the fearful crush. Blows were exchanged and clothing torn from books in the The heat close to the fire was fearful, and the firemen were driven back time and again. They had to move their apparatus many times. Several times men handling hose had to abandon it and flee from the flames, which threatened to engulf them. They were coated with ice when they went a few feet away from the fire, and the next moment would be almost roasted by the heat as the fire advanced or they returned to their battle. Four firemen were buried under a wall at the rear of Snyder's that fell with a terrific crash. Captain Walter Harrison and Fireman Thomas Brown were taken out unconscious, and may be fatal injured. The other two firemen were severely injured. There are several persons unaccounted for, and it is not known whether they escaped or were burned to death. Burrow sent to the Asylum. New York, Feb. 28. — George H. Barrow, who with his wife kidnaped "Baby" Clark in central park, this city, last year, and who was sent to Sing Sing prison for 14 years, was yesterday taken to the asylum for insane criminals at Matteawan, having become insane. About two weeks ago Barrow became violent and had to be put in a strait jacket and placed in a padded cell. He was adjudged insane by a commission, but as he seemed to become rational again he was kept under treatment in the prison hospital. Monday night he had another severe attack. Barrow's wif is in Auburn prison serving a six and a half years' sentence. Excelsior Lodge, 29, K. of P. All members of this lodge are requested to attend a meeting to be held Tuesday night, March 6th, at their castle hall. Come without fail. There is business of importance. A. J. SMITH, JR., K. of R. & S. PERSONAL. February 15, 1900. This is to certify that I have severed my connection as Vice President of the West End Beneficial Association, also my membership in same. Signed: JOHN H. ROBINSON. Past Grand Master Council, No. 14. of the The beautiful assembly room of Price's Hall was the scene of a happy gathering Wednesday, Feb. 21st where the members of the Council ard their wives had come to celebrate its thirtieth anniversary. Though the weather was inelement, it did not interfere with the gathering. Some time of social intercourse was consumed where an exchange of well wishes for present appearances and future conditions were offered. Grand Secretary W. H. Jones, as Master of ceremonies, then called the assembly to order. Prayer was offered by M. W. G. M., J. J. Carter. Grand Secretary W. H. Jones then spoke of the Council as having passed through 50 years of existence, starting with five and at present having sixty-five. He spoke of the good work that had been accomplished by the Council—over $2000 for sickness, $500 for wounds and orphans and $500 for funerals. The future, he said, for the P. G. M. Council was very bright. He then introduced P. W. G. M., R. Beecher Taylor who delivered a short address. He acknowledged the honors contained in being welcomed by the committee to speak at this meeting. He complimented the ladies upon their presence and the pleasure they gave to the occasion. P. W. G. M., E S. Brown spoke very humourously and thanked the committee for an opportunity to meet so many good looking people including him self. The chairman of the committee, M. V. P. Thos. Williams, then led the grand march to supper where all the delicacies of the season, had been prepared, and where every one present enjoyed to the fullest extent. Mr. H. B. Burrell, presided at the piano. The event will be treasured by every member of the Council as a source of joy and a memento of their prosperity Too much credit and praise cannot be given the committee of arrangements for their work. P. W. G. M., C. H. A. STROTHER, R.CBt. ANDERSON, CAPT. CHAR. YOUNG, M. V. P., W. H. MALLORY, LIRUT. THOS. WILLIAMS, Chairman. Subpar at Price's Hall On Friday night, Feb. 28rd, the magnificent parlor and ball-room of Mr. A. D. Price were open to receive the guests of the young, but swell Chrysanthemum Club. When they entered, they seemed to represent the young bloods of the coming genius. Music was furnished by Prof. J. C. Soot, the College supper was served, after which the departed for their homes. The committee deserves great credit for the appearance of the tables. Starlight Social Club's Soiree One of the finest social events of the season was the third annual soiree of the Starlight Social Club given at Johnson's Hall. Friday night, February 23rd. This club has for its president Mr. James J. Frayer, who deserves much credit for the excellent manner in which its guests were entertained. It is one of the finest in the city and ranks second to none in the social world. It was not until the wee sma hours of morn when the guest left for their homes. Prof. Gregory W. Hayes has had quite an experience with the Land-grabbers. It seemed that he purchased a piece of property at 1011 N. 3rd St., between Preston and Bates Sts. Prof. Hayes failed to record the deed and overlooked the taxes. The "Land-grabbers," not being able to find the owner proceeded to have the order of publication carried out a per the law. But it was in the name of Glasgow and not in the name of Hayes. Prof. Hayes knew nothing about it until his tenants declined to pay his agent rent, having been notified so to do by the "Land-grabbers" who had secured a deed to the property from the clerk of the Hustings Court. The matter was turned over to Lawyer Goldberry at Lynchburg, and the result is in doubt. Prof. Hayes contends that he cannot rightfully be disposessed of his property. The taxes due were only about $28 and the property lost is worth fully one thousand dollars. This is another practical demonstration of this land robbing evil. CHESTER, VA., Feb. 11, 1800. Bro. Johnson: Dear Sir:--If any consolation can be afforded under so heavy an affliction as you have just experienced it must come from a higher power than ours. We have lost a person we loved very much, but are much more concerned for your loss; the circumstances of which we forbear to dwell upon, as you are unable of them yourself, and will, we fear, more need a consolation that no one can give except He, who has preserved her to you so many years and as last RICHMOND, VIRGINIA SATURDAY MARCH 3, 1900 when it was His pleasure, has taken her from us to Himself. However, you may deplore you own loss, yet think that she is at last easy and happy. It was a pleasure to dwell upon the virtues and accomplishments of your late beloved wife; but the subject is too painful for us, and in the confidence that she is in the enjoyment of an everlasting happiness, such as, my dear brother, even you could not have realized to her on earth. We hope you support your spirits both for your own and your children's sake and look forward to that brighter and happier world in which we shall go to those who cannot return to us. God comfort you, dear brother Johnson. Your affectionate and sorrowing deacons. JAMES WHITE WILSON WEST. MILTON FRIEND, WILLIAM KING, WILLIAM KING, MICHAUX P. O., Feb. 15, 1960 Rev. T. P. Harris, being able to get to Mount Zion Church after a long time, met the church with joy and gladness. Services were closed for the day. He received a fine quit as a present from sister Nannie Palmore and her two daughters, Julia and sister Virgie Palmore, which was received with many thanks, more than he could express. The Reverend's son, William Harris came to see him from Auburn, N. Y., while he was sick and on his arival in Richmond found his wife and child under treatment of Dr. Jack Michaux. Here, they had been visiting the old people for the last four month. It gave him much trouble and expense. Secured Bail We have been requited to state that the charge against Mr. Baverly F. Turner was sworn out by Miss Clara M. Carter who has recently become of age, and not by her mother as stated in the Dispatab. Messra, Giles B. Jackson and James H. Hayes, counsel for Mr. Turner have had much trouble to secure bendmen in the sum of $1000 to secure his release. He has been in jail until last Tuesday morning when Prof. Gregory Hayes, president of Virginia Seminary, came to the city and consented to stand for him. He assumed the obligation before the clerk of the Hustings Court and soon thereafter, Mr. Turner was released. [Alexandria, Va. Leader.] In Richmond, Va., there lives Editor John Mitchell, publishing the sparkling PLANET. The PLANET revolves 'octruth and justice; the carrying out in good faith the 18th, 14th, and 15th missions the 18th, the Constitution by the American people, the people and stays on the ground battling for the Negro in the South Installation of S. S. Officers—Deaths— Sickness. Last Sunday was a bitter cold day, nevertheless, we could see the people making their way to various churches. But they made double quick time. The officers of the Mount Olivet Baptist Sunday School were installed by Mr. Harris, the inspector of the Sunday School. A fine programme was rendered. The Lord's Supper was administered at the Fountain Baptist Church Sunday, Rev. H. R. Williams officiating. The communion will be held at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church Sunday, the first communion since its organization. Mrs. Bettie Brown is confined to her chamber with the la-grippie. Mrs. Mildred James is confined to Mrs. Mildred James is confined to her chamber on 28th street. Mr. James H. Barrett has been in doors several day, but is batter Mrs. C. Gwathmey has been confined to bed for some time, but she is mending slowly. Mr. Altrod Barkers died in New York last week. The body was interred in that city. Mr. Eddie Dudley died at his residence, 1217 N. 22d St. Funeral took place from the Mt. Olivet Bapt. Church Sunday. He was; a member of the Rising Sons and Daughters of Bethlehem. Rev. T. Banks officiating. Asleep in Jesus blessed sleep. From which none ever wake to weep. A calm and undisturbed repose. Unbroken by the last of foes. The funeral of Mr. Eddie Woodson took place from the Fountain Baptist Church Tuesday, the pastor officiating. The body was interred in Evergreen cemetery, under the sacred ceremonies of the St. Joseph Council, 101, I. O. of St. Luke. The J. M. Langton Lyceum is progressing very fast. Its exercises are good. On Friday there will be a debate between Messrs. Charles S. Stewart and R. C. J. Brown. Subject: Has it been a chance to have influence in life? Friends are welcome W. E. Patterson, president. UNU. Costly Wraps Slashed and Gut While the Owners Laugh and Dance. Now comes another sad story of lamentation from the world of society in which a "Jack, the Slasher" figures quite prominent, and many wears the expressions of sorrow. It has not been long since the Allegro Social Club gave a barquet with a guest over two hundred people, and at the close of the occasion nearly half of them were found, to their utter surprise, to be coat and hatless. It was quite an unfortunate occurrence, but in this story the society "thief" trumps up in a new role and it is likely that the hostess will have to account for his heartless performance. Last Friday night, the Starlight Club celebrated its anniversary at Johnson's Hall with a magnificent supper. Those who received invitations had until that night considered themselves quite fortunate, not thinking for once if they escaped with their belongings they would be still lucky. The orchestra was discoures sweet music while the guests were tripping lightly to its entrancing strains, when suddenly some one rushed into the ball-room and yelled: "Your hat's cut! your hat's cut!" Some forgot their ball-room etiquett. Others no longer heard the sweet strains of music, even those who were in the act of dancing cut it short and there was a frantic rush for the wrap department, while those in the hall who had failed to hear the alarm wondered at the sudden turn of things. To their surprise some one had gotten into that department and slashed right and left, cutting up capes, cloaks, collarettes and all hats in sight. Men found their hats with the crown neatly cut out and ladies found their wraps sliced up and but a few escaped the slicer's eye. T. We wish our friends to know, that the Independent Social Club has changed their name to the Oriole Social Club, since there is another Independent Social Club. The club is still on the road of prosperity. The following are officers and members—Robert Robinson, president; Author Winston, vice-president; Willie Robinson, secretary; Willie Harris, assistant secretary; William Fountain, treasurer; Matthew Johnson, moderator; Walter Baker, chaplain. Cornelius Parish, Benj. Johnson, James Gris, Andrew Morton, Brattenday Day, Frank Racks, Emmett Williams, Hobert Conaway, James Hinton, James Carter, Lucius Morris, Alexander Jordan, James Booker, John Coleman, James Bland, Robert Dickerson. Y. M. O. A. NOTES The boys enjoy the literary meetings which are held Tuesdays. Last Saturday the explanation on the Sunday School lesson was well attended. Last Sunday, meetings were held in the jail at 11 a. m., almhouse, 11 a. m., and 8 p. m., street committee visited the sick. Special visits were made to the inmates of the almhouse, who could not come into the chapel. Mr. J. H. Sampson of the Ebenezer Baptist Church knows how to interest boys. He gave them a very interesting and helpful address last Sunday. Subject, "Success." Our brother is expected to address the boys in the futures. Subject, "John Harley Gorn." Rev. J. E. Gunby of the Leigh St. M. E. Church was greeted last Sunday with an overflowing meeting of men to hear him speak upon the "Contrast between Ingersol and Moody." Ask the men who were present what they think about the address. The Reverend's conclusion was very strong and pathetic. The music rendered by Miss Margaret Tinsley, Miss Nannie B. Jones and Madam Zemoria Wood was enjoyed by all. Prof. G. R. Hovey, dean of Wayland College, will explain the Sunday-school lesson to-day at 5 p. m. No one should miss this opportunity. Free to both men and women. Tell your friend. Meetings in the slmshouse Sunday at 11 a. m. and 3 p. m.; street work at 3 p. m. Bible study for boys Sunday at 4 p. m. Special paper by Neilson Burrell. Free to all boys. Prof. J. H. Blackwell of Manchester, will address the men Sunday at 5:30 p. m. Subject, "More practice and less theory." Music by a quartette. Let every man come out to this meeting. Free. Rooms are open every day from 9 a.m. to 10 p. m. Our reading room has been remodeled and is now being well come. And we will make you welcome. Mr. Morgan James' son while on his way to the city Thursday afternoon was driving a new mule, which was somewhat afraid of a whip. Morgan was in a hurry to get to town and the mule was making very slow time, therefore, Morgan told his brother, who was only nine, to whip the mule. The mule became frightened and soon kicked Morgan out of the cart. His brother looked around to see his companion gone. He jumped out the cart to stop the mule just in time to keep the wheel from rolling over the body of his mother, who is now at the residence of his mother, Maria James, 1004 N. 2nd St. MINISTERS' CONFERENCE On last Monday morning the Baptist Ministries Conference of Richmond and vicinity held a very spicy and unusually interesting meeting at the First Baptist Church. The members and visitors were out in such great numbers that seats were at a premium, and not a few lientiates contented themselves as standing spectators. After going through the regular routine business, which consisted mainly in reporting the work done by each pastor, the matter respecting the ordination of brother M. B. Hucules, recently elected pastor of *Jline St. Church*, was considered. The clearly stated is as follows: Some time earlier the council of the churches of Richmond and vicinity convened at the Fifth Baptist Church to *xamine brother Hucules for the ministry*. The council unanimously agreed that the candidate failed to pass the *xamination required*. After the adjournment of the council brother Hueles got a letter of dismission from the Fifth baptist Church of which he had been a member for several years, and joined the so-called Tabernacle Baptist Church which has never been recognized by the churches of Richmond. This irregular and disorderly church, as regarded by the churches of this city, is led by Rev E. Tartt, who came here from Washington, D. C., and who claims no fellowship with the pastors and churches here. In less than one week after brother Hucles joined this church a council, composed of churches outside of the city, was called to ordain him to the ministry. After coming together, it was discovered that the council was illegally called, consequently all of the delegates except one withdrew. After which Rev. E. Tartt, being assisted by Rev. Richard Tribby, whose church is several miles in the country, proceeded to attempt to ordain brother Hucles to the ministry. This is the story in brief. Several interesting talks were made upon the unpleasant matter by member of the Conference and others Rev. H. Poullard said in the letter of dismission obtained by Rev. Bric Bricles was illegal, being given by less than a quorum of the church and that it was misused, being put in a church not recognized. Revs G. O. Coleman, Lea Frazier Branch Jackson, A. Ferguson and others stated why they withdrew from the council in question. Finally, brother M. B. Hucles made a very strong address, and among many things stated that he joined Rev. Tatt's church as a means of getting rid of Rev. H. Powell and the rest of the preachers of Richmond; that he knew the church was not recognized by the churches of this city; that while he was sorry for the whole affair, he had been driven to it by the expressed antipathy of Rev. Powell, his pastor. Addresses were made by Revs. A. S. Thomas, E. Payne, P. S. Lewis, B. D., and others. After which the following resolutions were adopted: Resolved First: That in our opinion, brother M. B. Hucles is not a regularly maintained minister; that he is not entitled to our respect and fellowship as such; that we hereby set the goal of our disapproval to his course in uniting with an irregular disorderly church, such as the so-called Tabernacle Church, and attempting to enter the ministry without the necessary fitness and qualification. Resolved 2nd, That we unqualifiedly condemn the actions of Rev. E. Tartt and Rev. Richard Tribbey without the consent and cooperation of the churches invited in council from the country and against the protest of the churches of Richmond attempted to ordain brother M. B. Hudles to the ministry, that we regard their actions as subversive of peace and unity of our churches, and that they are unworthy of our fellowship. Resolved. That we will verbally inform our churches of the irregularities set forth and condemned in these resolutions; that they may not unwittingly aid and countenance those things which tend to sap our spiritual strength, create disorder, destroy our time honored customs and Polity, and will reshape the old land marks as set by our father. Resolved 3rd. That a copy of these resolutions be printed in the PLANET and Virginia Baptist. Adjourned. Dr. J. H. Holmes. President. Dr. Z. D. L. Lewis. Secretary. The Union will be held at River View Church, Jacquelin street, on Sunday, March 4th, at 8:30 p.m. m. Special exercises. Come early. The Executive Board meets on Thursday night, March 8th at 8 p.m. business of importance. All representatives are requested to be present. R. H. THURSTON, Press, P. M. BEVERLY, Cor. Sec. PERSONALS AND BRIELS — Miss Katie C. Jackson continues quite sick at her residence, 734 N. 9th St. — The legislature seems to have anticipated trouble with the "Jim Crow" car law, for it has passed a law for the punishment of persons guilty of riotous or disorderly conduct in any car or a caboose or any part of a train carrying passengers or employees of any railroad or street passenger railway. — The legislature has made Jefferson Davis' birthday, June 3d, a legal holiday. The public schools will be closed on that day. — Frank Bayliss (white) who murdered Harrison Alexander (colored) just beyond Manchester was exonerated by the coroner's jury and released by a magistrate. His victim died Thursday, 221 ult., at about 1 o'clock. — A street-fair will be held in this city May 14th. A company has been formed in this city to operate automobiles on horseless carriage. Mr. J. M. Edwards has been sick at his residence, 1016 N. 1st street for four weeks. He is now improving by the aid of Dr. Sarah G. Jonee. On Thursday night, Feb. 15th. Miss Sarah Taylor was married to Mr. J. Pickett. A good many friends were present. On Thursday, Feb. 22ad. Miss West became the bride of Mr. George Liggans, at the First Presbyterian Church. Poor fellow! he arrived at 10 p.m., with his carriage, but the girl had retired. Bat, we saw him at the ball after all. ——The Richmond Athletic Club met Monday night, Feb. 19, h to discuss the baseball question, but no steps were taken. Manager Braxton has resigned his office, therefore, Mr. Thad. Pemberton takes the position as manager of the Richmond Baseball Club for the coming season. ——Mr. Stokes is sick at the residence of his mother, 1927 Short P. St. He will be glad to see his friends. ——Mr. Joe Earley, who has been spending a good many months in Florida, sends his regards to his many friends in Richmond. ——Mr. J. E. J. Moore of Buena Vista, Va., sends us an article discussing the Citizens Lyceum meeting as published in the Planet of last issue. ——The Mary Washington entertainment February 23d, at the residence of Mrs. Rosa D. Bowser, 513 N. Adams was a success. Mr. A. F. Hilyer, of Washington was in the city. He was appointed expert agent of the Negro department of the Paris Exposition. —Mr. Edward Mitchell has been sick at his residence, 1230 Pink St. —Mr. W. Isaac Johnson was called to New Orleans to bury his older and only brother. He returned to the city on Thursday last. —Mrs. Mary E. Wells is sick at her residence, $504\frac{1}{2}$ Catherine St. She is under the treatment of Dr. A. W. G. Farrar. —There was a fine entertainment Thursday night, Feb. 22nd, at the Virginia Union University by the students. A large crowd attended. —We learn that a good many theatrical troupes are organized by the young people of the city. The young colored people claim they can display the same talent as any other race. One speaks for all. —Mr. P. W. Thomas, the well-known contractor of 1023 St. John St., who has been ill for the last few weeks is out again. He was under the treatment of Dr. Meriweather. —Tom Brokenborough, (colored) whose age is guessed to be anywhere from 12 to 16 years, was shot while entering the confectionery store, 619 E. Broad St., by Albert Luchees, an employee, Tuesday morning at about 1:10 o'clock. The weapon used was a shot-gun. He says that he was accompanied by another youngster named Ed. Crutchfield. At this writing, he had not been captured. The shot peppered Brokenborough's arms and breast and it is thought that some of them entered the lunge. It is thought that he will recover. —Lee Gordon (colored) was abused and shot by an unknown drunken colored man on Monday night last. One bullet lodged in his head. President Gregory W. Hayes of Virginia Seminary was in the city this week enroute from Petersburg, Va., where he spent Sunday with the widow of Rev Dr. Williams. He preached at the Giffeld Baptist Church, creating a profound impression. He spoke of the principles for which Dr. Williams stood, and closed with a telling plea for the Baptist work in Virginia. Memorial exercises in honor of the deceased will be held within thirty days. We have received a letter for the heirs of Reuben Weathers of Co. L, 25th U. S. Infry. They will please come forward. — Hon. Gear Perkins of Buckingham Co., was in the city this week. — Mr Z R. Ruffin who has been general agent for the Benevolent Investment and Relief Association in Portsmouth has been called to Richmond to do similar work for that company. We are sorry to give him up, yet we are glad to have him promoted. — T. N. Langford, white, had his thumb, index and middle fingers of one of his hands torn off by the machinery in Alleghany Box Company's establishment on last Monday. FULTON NOTE3. The Mount Calvary Baptist Church Sunday School was well attended last Sunday. The young ladies are still in the lead in collection. Rev. J. W. Tribway preached at 11: 45 a. m. from John 6:46. He was assisted in the services by Revs. A. Ferguson and P. T. Cosby. At 11:45 a. m., Rev. Charles Harris preached a very instructive sermon at the Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church. At 8:30 p. m., Rev. F. W. Williams preached the anniversary sermon of Confidence Fountain, U. O. of T. R. The sermon was eloquent and enjoyed by Confidence Fountain, No. 421, and all present*. Mr. John Barber is quite indisposed at his residence, Graham St. Mr. Alexander Whiting, formerly of Richmond, died Feb. 21st in Winston, N. C. BINFORD—James H. Bintford, aged 26 died at the residence of his parents No 3 E. Orange St. Thursday, Feb. 15th, at 11 P. M. He died triumphing in faith in Christ. He leaves a mother, step-father and a host of relatives and friends to mourn their loss. His funerary service will follow Sunday from the 2nd Baptist Church of which had been a member for ten years. Rev. Z. D. Lewis officiated. Asleep in Jesus, blessed sleep —On next Sunday, March 4th, Richmond will be visited by one of Virginia's distinguished sons and orators, the Rev. Irvine G. Penn of South Atlanta, G*. He is at present the Assistant Secretary of the Epworth League of the Methodist Episcopal Church to which position he was elected 1896. He has made an enviable record for his race, as an orator and preacher. He will preach at the Leigh Street M. E. Church at 11 A. M. and dalver an address at 3 P. M. At the latter service Mee. Fanny Payne Walker and Miss Emily Price, two of Richmond's noted songsters, will be present and sing. At 8 p.m. the Rev. Mr. Penn will preach at Asbury M. E. Church, 25th Street, near O St. Seats free. Mrs. August Stille, Mrs. Annie M. Frommer, G. A. Neidmeyer, all white, and Anderson Ford, colored, were taken violently ill, Friday afternoon, 28ult, after eating dinner at their residence on Mitchell St., in Henrico county, a suburb of this city. Medical aid was summoned and at one time their lives were despaired of. A thorough investigation revealed the fact that Mrs. Frommer had bought Rough on Rats and placed some of it in a baking powder can. Mrs. Stille, thinking, the mixture baking powder made up the bread for dinner with the Rough on Rats with the above distressing results. All are thought to be out of danger. COLORED POSTMASTER RETIRED. Special to the Post. HOGANSVILLE, GA., Feb. 25.—The long boycott of the people of Hogausville against the local post-office has been ended by the appointment of Miss Flora Jones to succeed Isian L.Hoffin, a colored man, who was formerly post-master at this place. Loffin's appointment was made over the powerful protest of the people and the Georgia Congressional delegation. From the moment of his undertaking the duties of office a strict boycott was maintained against him, and instead of the $1,000 a year which the position should pay, it is thought probable that Loffin made one-teenth of that sum out of it. The department tried every method of forcing the inhabitants to patronize the office, but the shrewdness of the people each time suggested some way out of the dilemma, and up to the time of his departure a few weeks ago hardly more than a dozen letters from or to Caucasians had passed through Loffin's hands. He was shot at from ambush one evening as he was leaving his residence, although every effort was made to prove that assassination was intended, no headway was made. Loftin now holds a subordinate position in the departments at Washington. The conclusion of Miss Jones, who is highly revered, will doubtless put affairs on the same plane they occupied before Loftin's pointment. Mush relief and rejoicing is evinced over the news of the change. 2 ——_— ee Tus ey Mourrain Axe ; ees is IWS Sie THM eae spp 5s | va mt Bx Ste pbevatay Nisin "oy7 Mad at TANT QU CARO a ea ‘warprise to me to hear when, haif an eur later, I walked into the dining ‘Feom, that Lady Gramont had a head- ache, and would rather not come down- stairs that evening. It would have warprised me very much if she had ap- Peered. What her state of mind might Be T could not guess; but, at any rate, Twas quite certain she could be in no endition to mingle with Lady Mal- Yory’s guests that night. ‘When we went into the drawing Yeom, I found Vera there, looking 80 weet and fair, in her white frock, with faint roses tinting her cheeks, and a dreamy light in her soft, hazel eyes, ‘that my heart melted, and I felt I Would gladly have given every penny I possessed In the world to have been spared the knowledge of her mother's arimes, I did not go and ait beside her, az usual. I feit I could not. Her sweet eyes rerted on me with something of re- Proachfuiness, and, after sitting in sil- nce over a book for nearly an hour, ‘he stole out of the room, and, I doubt met, went upstairs to bed. Often, when she went away, she “would come up to me—that is, if T had mot been sitting with her—and would Put her little soft hand in mine, and Whisper, “Good-night, Sir Douglas,” with the sweetest look. But she did Rothing of this kind to-night. T felt unutterably guilty as the door slosed upon her, and, I must confess, wnutterabiy wretched, too. I went to bed very early myself: and, in spite of ‘the agitation of my thoughts, managed te fall asleep. It must be remembered Thad not had my usual amount of aleep on either of the two preceding Rights. ‘The moment I awoke tn the morning, my causes for disquietude rushed back ‘pon my mind. I remembered last Christmas Eve, and the dreadful story ‘ust needs be told to poor Gwynne to- day, either by my lips or by the lips ‘ef Beatrice Gramont. ‘When I went down to breakfast, I was told by Lady Mallory that “dear Beatrice” was still suffering #0 severe- ly with a headache that she could not come downstairs. “Harold 1s so con- ‘erned about it," she added. “He ts afraid he may not be well enough to ome down for the dance to-night, and that would be such « pity.” T made some evasive answer, feeling more horribly gullty than ever. Tt real- ty scemed to me as though I myself had Begotten all the misery that was so oon to fall upon Sir Harold's head. ‘The day dragged slowly on. At funcheon time, Lady Gramont made her appearance. She looked intensely pale, and there were dark semi-circle underneath her eves. ‘Her headache was, of course, thought Wo be the cause of this, and everybody pressed around to commiserate her, and fo hope she would feel well enough to goin in the dance that evening. Gwynne took possession of her assoon as he could. “Dearest, will you go for & walk after luncheon?” T heard him say. “The fresh gir would do you a world of good.” ‘What her answer was I could not ‘atch, but, as soom as luncheon was ‘ever, she wen: upstairs, and presently Fe-appeared in a walking-out costums ef dark blue velvet, trimmed with hinchilla fur. She was still very pale but I thought I had rarely seen her Jook more beautiful. ‘There was a pas. sion of love in Gwynne's eyes as he drew her fur a little closer around her Whroat, and, whispering a word of en- dearment in her ear, gave her his arm. “Is che going to tell him now?” 1 asked myself, as I watched them walk Slowly down the great avenue, arm in arm, he with his eyes dwelling fondly ee her face. “How will he bear {t? Will he leave her, or will he, in spite of all, insist on siving her the shelter of his home?" Of one thing I was quite certain. ‘When he heard her story, his heart would breaik. Feeling restless and unsettled, 1 went for a walk myself; and when, nearly two hours later, I returned, the Woman at the lodge gave me a note which she said had been left there for me—had been sent down from the house, she thought, half an hour ago. I recognized Gwynne's handwriting, and you may be sure I tore it open. eagerly and hastily enough. The en- Slosure was brief, and had evidently been written in great agitation. “Jack—I must speak to you. Wil Feu come to the old mill the moment you get this? I have heard such things ‘at 1 scarcely know whether I am gane or mad. Only you can tell me whether they are true. For God's sake ome to me at once. H.G.” I put the note in my pocket, and set ‘ff for the old mill without a moment's delay. IT was quite sure now that Gwynne had been told, and it was with something like @ sense of relief I rea- Hzed that, at any rate, it was not left for me to’ wake him from his dream. Even though he could scarcely as yet Believe the truth, he had heard It. The Ast shook was over, and, with It, sure- Yy his worst agony. The mili In ‘which he desired to see me was rather mora than half a mile away from Deepdene. It belonged to Sir Thomas, and was in tatrly good preservation; but, for come Feason or other, had not been worked fer years. Gwynne and I were rather fond of going up to the platform that ran yound it. and leaning over the ralis while we smoked a cigar. Tt occurred to me now that He had ghosen a very prudent place of meet- mg, considering what manner of con- Yersation ours was likely to be. Upon ‘that platform we could talk without the least danger of being overheard. ‘When I came in sight of the mill, J Jooked round for him, but he was no- where to be seen. I judged he was in- ‘wide, and I entered, and gropel my way ‘lei Utes eihiideh” ietiniiaretier abide cc NG | Aarkhess Dut. Whei I got &s Tar &s the Platform, and actually walked all Found it, and yet cculd neither see nor hear him, a horrible sense of fear—of fear lest he, in his misery, should have Inid desperate hands upon himselt—op- Pressed me. “Halt” I called out, loudly, and as cheerily ag T could. But there was no answer. “Halt” T called again, and re-enterea the mill by the low, narrow door, and Ascended still higher in search of him. T had reached the very topmost room, and had entered it, and was groping my way around, when suddenly I was startled by a loud noise quite close to me, and, turning swiftly, I saw that the door through which I had just en- tered, had slammed to with quite ex- traordinary violence. I supposed ft was the wind that had done this, and I determined to search the mili thoroughly for Gwynne, and then, if I did not find him, to walk about outside, and wait until he came. X bad no fancy for staying by myself in that draughty old structure. But, ‘when I went to the door, I got an un- pleasant shock. ‘I could not open it, In a moment, sus- picions of foul play darted in upon my mind. ‘That note! Had it really been written by Gwynne, or was it a forgery concocted by Beatrice Gramont? ‘It was now quite dark, but I pulled out my match-box, and, striking match after match, examined the scrap of pa per eagerly by their light. Now that 1 looked at it again, I felt almost certain it was a forgery. It was like Sir Har- old's writing, but I did not be‘feve it was his tn reality. T rushed to the door, and banged and hammered at it desperately. I put all the strength I possessed into my at- tacks upon ft, But it was all of no use. It was only a small door; but { was of solld oak, und firmly fitted. I could make no more impression on it than if it had been made of iron. From the door I turned my attention to the window, but it was very small, and, though I certainly might, with an effort, have got my body through tt, still ther would have been no means of escape, so far waa it, not only trom the ground, but from the platform also, A leap from it would have meant certain death, and If had no means of descending in any other way. The mili had been dismantled of its sails. ‘There was literally no foothold on its plain, dure walls. Half-maddened by the thought of how simple the trap was, and how blindly I had stepped into it, I stood with folded arms, clenched teeth, and knitted brow, awaiting an attack of some kid, and resolved to sell my life as dearly as possible. ‘That Lady Gramont had found means of communtexting with her con federates, and that some of them would presently come to theold mill—itindeed they were not already inside it—and Aespatch mo, I felt quite certain, If once I were out of her way, she had no one else to fear! and a woman who had committed one murder wih her own hand, would be little likely to paure at another, which only need ed her incitement snd instigation, I ground my teeth in fury as I toia myself what a blind, mad dolt I had Deen not to think of this before. I was as helpless now as a rat in a trap, ‘There was nothing for it but for me to face death ax well as I might, but st maddened me to reftect I had walked into a trap of my own free will, and ‘with my eyes wide open. ‘The night grew darker and darker, I wondarad me musrcorars AY not anne im and dispatch me. I was unarmed and they, doubtless, were well supplicd with weapons, Would they plunge a knife into my heart, or would they shoot me? I wondered, recklessly. Anyway, I wished they would come, fo that I might, at least, atrike a blow At them, and, perhaps, even take one of thelr cowardly lives tn exchange for my own. No hope of escape was in my mind. The mill was in a peculiarly lonely spot, and it was the most un- Uxely thing n the world that anyone should pass after nightfall, Deepdene was the nearest house, and that more than half a mile away. I had already exhausted myself with haltoaing out of the window, and no returning sound had met my ear. I simply gave myself up for lost. “They will certainly come before very long,” T thought grimly. “T shall be dead before Christmas Day!” ‘Wearied out with excitement, I leaned against the wall, and closed my eves in a fierce effort to obtain compo- sure of mind, My heart wos throbbing madly, my blood was ting Ing In my veins, ‘my every sense was strained to its fultest tension. ‘When my eyes were opened, I kept fancying T saw shadowy forma stealing towards me in the darkness, These {I= lusions maddened me, and 20, wih @ strong effort of will, I closed my eyes again, and kept them fast shut for what seemed to me at least five min- utes. I opened them then with a start. I was certain T had heard a cound—a curious faint, crackling sound, seem ingly just outside the door, The mo- ment I opened my eyed I realized what that noise was, and my heart grew sick and cold with horror. The mill was on fire; the fire was stealing on me swiftly and surely. My enemtes had exercised a fiendish in- genuity in compassing their vengeance =I was to be roasted alive! ‘To describe my sensations during the next few minutes is a task beyond my pen. I shail, therefore, wisely not at- tempt it, but content myself with de- scribing the actual facts as they oc- curred. Soon after I realized the horrible truth that the mill was on fire, the flames spread so rapidly that T could see their reflection cast xpon the dark- ness outside. THE RiICHMOND’PLANET RICHMOND VIKGINIA ing her down the narrow staircase, through stifling smoke and scorching flame. That we both escaped is a mira= cle, but we did escape, and practically unscathed. My hands were burned, it is true, and my face was slightly scorched, but, a8 for my darling, I held her 20 closely to me, that the fire did not #o much as singe a hair of her head. Once outside and safe, her high, brave spirit gave way @ little, and she lay back tm my arms, white as a Illy, on the verge of fainting. T fanned her with my hat, and chafed her hands until the color crept ‘back Into her lips; then I bent over her Sees che ee “My darling!" I whispered. “My prec- fous-“preclous Vera. Oh, my love! My sy ‘The sweetest blush tinged her dear face; she raised her eyes softly, shyly, and yet, oh, so lovingly, to mine! “Then you do lave me?" she whis- ered. “I—thought you didn't” And then she hid her blushing tace upon my shoulder, and broke into food of tears. | ‘This is not intended for a love story; therefore, I shall not attempt to de- scribe what I sald to Vera after this, nor what she said to me. Suffice It that X discovered I loved her too well to lore her—that I determined within my- self that nothing on earth should part us—not even her mother’s crimes. But T wanted to know how it happened that she, of all people in the world, had come to my rescue. I asked her this, and I give you her answer in her own words. You may believe it or not, a3 | You choose. |" It is by no means the least extraordt- nary thing in this extraordinary story; and, to this day, I myself hardly know what to think of it, for Tam not a superstitious man, and hitherto had placed no faith in dreams. Whem I asked my dear love how it was she had come to the mill, alone, at that hour, she blushed and hesitated, then said, In very low and earnest volce— | “Fieaven rent me—to save you. Tam quite sure of that, and you must nev- er try to make me think anything else dear. Iwill tell you just how it was. I had Tain down on the sofa with a book this afternoon, and I fell asleep. T had a dream, and it was all about you. You were in some danger, though what that danger was I could not tell; but you were in the mill—shut up so that you could net escape. When “1 awoke, T went out, and calied on Mra Price at the lodge. Her baby ts il, and I wanted to ask how the poor ‘ittle thing was. She chanced to tell me that you had walked tn this direction. All in a moment, my dream came back to me, with such force and vividness that I felt as though I must walk as tar as here, and see for myself that you really were not in danger. I thought. then, it was Just a foolish fancy, even while I obeyed tt: but, when I got fn sight of the mill, Taw it in flames, and Saard vous ahouta T knew pov cree had come true; and I just ran up the Stoirs, without stopping to think whether I could get through the flames oF not. If I hadn't saved you, 1 could have died with you, dear, and that is what I should have wanted to have done." | Deeply moved, I clasped her to me, and, for a moment or two, there was silence between us. The hearts of both were too full for words. One thing I “was glad of—the dear child had evi- dently no suspicion of foul p'ay. She had told me she supposed T must have dropped @ match among the straw as I went up, and T did not contradict her. The fact that the door of the room in which I was shut up was fastened be- trayed nothing, inasmuch as it was not locked or bolted; it simply fastened of itself, and could only be opened from the outaide. Vera imagined the wind had blown it to, and this I did not contradict either, T was anxious, however, to know whether she had met her mother coming away from the mill, go T said— “How came your mother to allow you to be out alone at this hour, Vera? Did she know?" “I think not. She’was lying down with a headache, her maid told me. She must have been asleep, for her door was locked, and she did not answer | when I went to ft, though, of course, 1 only tapped very Ughtly for fear of disturbing her. By this time we had come within aight of the house. T eet my lips sternly as T thought of what Lady Gramont'’s feelings would be when she saw me— when she knew T had come back to denounce her, after all. | ‘The first person T saw when we en- tered the house was ahe—the guilty | woman herself. She was standing, Aressed all in white, at the top of the staircase. She saw me, and her eyes di- lated, and her cheeks grew ashen pale, | “Another moment, ana theo ol wove: quite knew how tt happened—she ut- tered a shriek which will ring in my | ears until my dying day, and ran down the stairs enveloped in flame. She had overturned a lamp wh'ch stood on a table behind her, and her thin, diaphanous garments hed caught Mke s0 much tissue paper. She was iit- eratly aflame from head to foot, as, | seu uttering those frightful shrieks, she rushed down the stairs, and feil | at my feet in the hall. | 288 moment F had seized hold of the mats and rugs, and was extinguishing the flames, But, in my heart, T knew she was too horribly burned to recov- er. The doom she had planned for me hea, by a most awful retribution, re- | cofied on her own head. She was to die | by the most fearful of deaths—death by fire! ee ae charred, tortured body to a couch, and, honr after hour, doctors exhausted all their ekill, while Sir Harold stood by In | mute agony, and Vera lay sobbing in Poormcia put mes te ane bean ton CHAPTER X. \ Hear the Truth. ‘That was the saddest Christmas Day of my life. Very early in the morning, when Vera had at length been per- suared to go to her room and try to take some rest, Gwynne came to me, with a look in his eyes such as told me he at length knew all. I held out my hand to him, and, when he laid his own within it, I wrung it hard in st- lence. It was the only way I could think of of showing my sympathy. Por the life of me, I could not have spoken @ word just then. “Jack,” he said, presently, “I know all. I suppose you guessed that, and It fs only right that you should know It, too. There are some things that need to be explained.” “I don't want to Increase your grief, dear old fellow,” I said, very earnestly, “Don’t tell me just now, at any rate. Wait a little, and you will be able to bear it better then.” “I woud rather tell you now, Jack. Nothing can increase my pain—nothing —or, #0 T fear, can decrease it. Besides it Is only right that you should know, In the first place Vera was not—was mot—her daughter.” ——— His voice tfeifibied. I could see what At cost him to speak of her. For my- ‘elf, T could not help rush of joy from passing over my heart. Dearly as I loved my precious Vera, I had not been able to help a sort of shuddering horror when I reflected that dur children—if God blessed uz with any—would have to acknowledge that fullty woman as their ancestress, “Then who is Vera?” I questioned, after a painful pause, “The daughter of the tate Comte de Gramont, and she is eighteen years of Age, instead of elxteen, as ahe was rep- resented. She herself does not know or dream that—that she was not ber -mother.”” Little by little, slowly and paintul'y, and with many pauses, he told me the whole tragic story, as be had recelved St from the dying Woman's lips, when, at her own request, and for a few brief minutes, she had been alone with him & little before the end. Her true name was Gertrude Las- celles, and she was only eight and twenty years of age. Her life, trom childhood, had been spent among thieves and swindlers. She had been concerned in Jewel robberies in half-a- dozen European cities, and in India au well. Tt was in India she had met the Com- tesse de Gramont. The poor lady was dying of fever in @ lonely marsh, with none but Indian attendants with her. She had nursed her in her dying hours, and had learned from her enough of her affairs to see she might safely personate her. _The Comtesse and her late husband were without any relatives, except thelr child, Vera, and neither of them had been in Europe for over a dozen years. Gertrude Lascelles saw her bur- fed; then she returned to Europe as the Comtesse de Gramont. ‘There was only one dlMeulty—Vera ‘was too old to be her child; but she persuaded the nuns at the convent where she was educated that they had been mintaken in her age. Vera, she averred, was only four years old when she came from India— not six, as they had believed. Once ‘Vera was in her care, she had learned to love her; nay, more, had become so penetrated with the sweetness and pur ity of her character that she had even some desires and longing after a better life. She had hoped to effectually con- seal baruaif from har old asuoclaies he Fetiring to Switeerland; but there waa ‘one man who tracked her out—a man “who loved her, and who held her prom- ine to become his wife. | This was James Carey, the man she had murdered last Christmas Eve. He discovered her whereabouts, and wrote urging her to return to England. Dis- obey him, ahe dared not, since he threatened to disclose the truth to Vera Af rhe aia. | To England she came, and journeyed ‘on to Wales, where James Carey awali- ed her. They met at a masked ball, a Public carnival, and while there Car- ey recelved from ® confederate tnfor- mation concerning some stolen Jeweln, which had heen hidden in the pass by ‘A member of his gang who was seeking to rob them of their share of the spotls. | He hired a carriage and drove to the Pans, Gertude Lascelles accompanying him. In the pass he renewed his propos- ais of marriage, and swore to her he would never suffer her to rejoin Vera, or to pose as Lady Gramont, unless the accepted him. ‘There was a fierce quarrel, and, In the heat of it, she drew from her bosom the pistol she always carried with her, and shot him dead, afterwards eacap- ing to Switzerland without suspicion; or, if she was suspected at all, it was only by members of the gang. Some months after, she met Sir Har- old and again ventured into England, By this time another of her old asso- ‘ ii | rl ! clates had found her out, and, as she wan really in need of money to carry out her pretensions as Lady Gramont, she consented to let one of them into Deepdene Manor by night on condition that she had a share of the booty. She entrusted her own jewels to Lady Mallory, the more surely to divert aus- picion from herself. The thief had car- Hed off these Jewels and Lady Mal- Jory’s, and It was arranged that Ger- trude Lascelles should secrete the rest of the stolen property in her own chamber untit the next evening when she was to take it to him, receiving in return, her sapphires, which she de- sired to retain. _“E suppose I need scarcely tell you, Jack, that your poor Nero died by ser hand,” said Sir Harold, in conclusion, “nor that she inveigled you to the old mill with the intention of silencing ‘your lips by death.” “T guessed it all,” I answered, hoarsely, for I was deeply moved by the sight of his distress. “Ah, Harolat dear, dear old fellow, I wish I could lighten this blow to you—T wish I could help you to bear it!” ~ He stretched out his hand to me with @ look I shall never forget. “I loved her, Jack!” he whispered, while his big, manly frame was shaken by a strangled sob; “always remember that. Let her be what she might, I Toved her!” eee inte. aoe Lois Three days later we buried her—that beautiful and guilty woman. Beatrice de Gramont was the name inscribed on the coffin iid. Gwynne and I had de- bated together very seriously, and had decided it was better #0, No itving be- ing was injured by the deception, and, as to Vora, I knew she was in no state to hear the truth just then. She had loved the dead woman with the tender- eat devotion, and we knew that a dis- covery of the whole ghastly truth Would be almost more than she could dear, After the funeral, Sir Harold quitted England—I feared never to return, CHAPTER XI Sir Harold's Return. Again tt is Christmas eve, and there is now no shadow to darken my Christ. mas Joy—or only the shadow. of the Past. It ts three years since Gertrude Lascelles was laid in her grave, and for more than eighteen months Vera has been my wife. ‘How dearly I love her, and how ful- My old uncle died some time ago, leaving me his property, so that f am in something more than comforta- bie circumstances, and T often say, laughingly, to Vera, that, should It happen that our one small son and heir ia fated to have halt a dozen broth- ers and sisters, there will, thank Heay- en! be sufficient for them alt For a long time after that awful tragedy at Deepdene Manor, Vera's health was delicate—the shock had been almost more than she could bear; but under the kind and almost mater- nal care of Lady Mallory, with whom, by Sir Harold's earnest wish, she mada her home, she gradually regained her strength, and, though this wa longer in coming, her old sweet tightness, To-night I did what T have been meaning to do for months, and yet have put off from day to day—I have toll Vera the whole tragical story that has been related im these pages. 1 have told her who and what wasthe ‘woman, whom, for three years, she has mourned with the mourning of a be- reaved and loving daughter. ft was a great shock to her. At first, T almost feared she was about to faint away, but I took her in and, after the first shock was over, and she had wept a little while upon my shoulder, she was able to talk calm- ly of It. and to thank me for keeping her in ignorance thus long. “J am glad I know now,” she aid. “It would not have been right for me © have gone on mourning for her as ny mother. Yes, Tam glad I know sow, but T think T could hardly have borne it then."* ‘After a while. she said— “Poor Sir Harold! what he must have gnifared! Haw t wih he would came back, and let us try to comfort him!” Scarcely had she said this when the Dutler came in to tell me a gentleman Was asking to see me. He says he would rather not give his name, sir. I thought, perhaps, you ‘Would step into the hall and see him for yourself.” “I will come, Webster,” I sald, and 7 followed him out into the hall, where there stood a tall figure. mumMed up to the eyes almost, and with the snow fakes still cling‘ng to his long, fale Deard. He stood in the darkest corner of the hall, and I did not recognize him till he stretched out bie hand, and ut- tered just one word. “Jack!” x “Halt” Yes, it was he himself—Sir Harold. How T flung myself upon him, shaking him by both hands, and all but em- bracing him, T need scarcely say. Ia Jess than a minute I had pulled him in- to the drawing room, and presented him to Vera, and, I verily believe, all three of us were as near laughing and crying In a breath as ever were sensi- Bie people tn all their lives. “Where have you come from, Halt ‘was my first coherent question. “Algiers. I have been living there these last pine months.” “And when did you reach England? “This morning. I went to Decpdene first .and then came straight on to you." “And you mean to spend your Christ mar with us?" “If you will have me. Lottle has con- sented to it, on vondition that I go back to Deepdene for New Year's Day. { was just longing to see you, Jack—you and Vera.” He paused, looked at my wife, then looked back at me, and his Ups formed yet scarcely formed, the question— “Does Vera know?” “Vera knows all, Hal” T answere, and then my dear wife came forward with the sweetent grace and took both hin hands in hers, and whispered such words of sympathy as only women know how to speak. | After a time, she went away to dress, aad I was left alone with Gwynne. He gat opposite to me, and, as the ruddy firelight played upon his dear old face, saw how much his grief had aged him. | ‘There were lines about his lps and brow, such as the years alone could never have brought there, and the hair above his temples was almost as white as snow. Still, his face was not unhap- PY now: he looked like one who had wrestled with a mighty sorrow, and, If he had not killed it quite, had, at any rate, made himself its master. He saw my searching glance, and smiled—a amile that was sad ‘and sweet and bright as well as sad. | “You are wondering whether T have found a cure for my broken heart, old fellow,” he sald. “Well, yes, in a sense, T think I may say T have.” | | Luttered an exclamation of’ thankful ness. “Oh, Ho}, Tam so gind! so thankful,” T was going to say, but he stopped me with a little gesture, “You are not to think,” he said, very gravely and slowly, “that, because I have come back to England, and be- cause T can look my old friends in the face once more, and take thelr hands, and smile Into their eyes, I have for- gotten what happened upon this night three years ago. No, Jack, 1f T live to be a hundred, I shall remember seeing hher as she came down that staircase ‘@ mass of flame—I shall remember ev- ery tone of her vols as she gasped out her dying confession, just as distinctly es though it had happened yesterday.” “My poor old Halt” I said, very earn- estly, as he paused. ‘The thought of my wedded happiness made my heart throb very tenderly and sympathetically for him. “But,” he continued, with a calm bright ‘smile, “although the past must ever be to me a most painful memory. and although T loved her with too mighty a love for me to ever love again §n this world, yet within the last few months I have fought strenuous'y against the dominion of a selfish nor- row; and, I believe, I may say I have obtained ‘the victory. I have remem- bered that I have duties to do, and I pered that I have duties to do, and | A Kansas family of eight brothers and sisters boasts an aggregate age of H&5 years, an average of 08%. 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Take two ounces of rosemary herb with roots and break it up into small pieces; add twe tablespoonfuls of borax: place in a jug and pour over it a pint of boiling water; cover and let the contents steam near the fire for three hours, stirring ocea- sionally. When cold press out, pour off and bottle the clear liquor, to which add ‘one ounce of glycerin, shaking well to- gether. This makes an excellent prep- aration, removing scurf and dandraft and keeping the scalp healthy, and thus preventing baldness. If perfume be de- sired add baif a drachm each of berga- mot, lemon, grass and lavender—Le- dies’ Home Journal. Siskin aan a Tt has long been a popular belie? that the earliest inhabitants of the world possessed incredible strength, were of large size and lived to a great age. And since those days there have been quite marvelous stories of | in- stances of longevity that have been more or less credited and perpetuated from year to year. Charles Darwin obtained all possible records on lon- gevity, but after submitting them to investigation had to set aside most of the remarkable cases and had left only & few that could be accepted. He found that nearly all rested on tre- dition, and that the evidence of them was of no scientific value whatever. He found « remarkebly strong tend- ney to make “a good story” on the part of those who thought that they were relating facts. Prof. Huxley at- tempted the same line of investigation with the same result—N. Y. Herald. Se | Shisatialinicaiaca obi ee _A very subdued-locking boy of 13 years, with a long scratch on his nose and an air of general dejection, came to bis teacher in a rural school and handed her a note before taking his arat, and became deeply absorbed in his book. The note read as follows: “Miss B.—Please excuse James for not being there yesterday. He played trooant, but you don’t need to lick him for it, as the boy he played trocent with an" him fell out, an’ the boy licked him, an’ the driver of a wagon they hung on to licked him also. Then his Pa licked him, an’ I had to give him an- other for cheekin’ me for telling his Pa, s0 you need not lick him until next time. I think he feeis he better keep in achool hereafter."—Stray Stories. Effective Intrenchments, With regard to the Boer intreneh- ments, It may be noted that, according to the reports of Boer prisoners, the comparatively small effect produced by the English artillery fire is largely ow- ing to the trenches being made in the form of the letter S instead of in the straight lines adopted by European armies. This pattern, which has been borrowed by the Boers from old Basuto methods, affords, it is said, both freer movements and greater protection. Many of our present ideas with regard to entrenchments have been learnt from the Turks.—London Mail. listed teas '_, Women’s hands are increasing i size, The athletic sports in which they Indulge have had the effect of widening their hands, and glovemakers are turning out large sizes in greater quantities. The fashion of wearing no gloves in summer has hurt the glove trade tremendously. Last summer it wax the exception to see a girl or woman wearing gloves — it Free Detroj | Benstenwenn It fs claimed that improved construe. tion of vessels is doing away with sea. sickness, Scientists claim that a few generations hence seasickness will be- come an extinct maindy in ocean travel—Chicago Inter Ocean. A Thin riot. “Aha!” exclaimed the heavy villaia, “the plot thickens.” “It's about time,” remarked the oc- cupant of the gallery. “it's been pret ty thin so far."—Philadelphia Record. ls Desire. Her Father—No, young man, my daughter can never be yours. |_Her Adorer—I beg pardon; I don’t want ber tobe my daughter; | want her to be my wife—Harlem Life. The 20°h Street Baptist Church has moved its place of worshio from ite former places of worahip (20th atrest, batween Main and Oary) to erener of 2ist and Grace streat, and tha name hase alen been hanged to that of Mage. donia Baptist Ohureh. The pablis is invited to attend the serviess whisk take olace at the oasl hours—11 am 8.8.8 p.m ; regatar services, 80. m a Rev. A B Surrn. Pastor; Jamas Power, Olerk. 12-2-1m, ee The ministers, lawyers, dostors, clerks. iasuranes eollectors, market nen, porters, Iaborers, boot tiacke men in every occupation, members ot minstrel troapse, Grand Lodge of Me sons. Grand Army of Republic, Samar. itans, True Reformers and ali other hodiesthat meet in Richmond, take their meals at Thompson's Dining Roots. $100 BEWaRv 100. The readers of this paper will be vleated to leavo.that ther-is at least 06 dreaded diseuse that science as wen able to oure in all its stages, batisCatarch. Hall's Oatarrh Oarp +4 the only positive curs known to the medical fraternity. Oaterrh being constitutional divesse, requires a eon- stitutional treatment.’ Hall's Ostareh dure is taken interaaily, acting direet- ¥ uvon the blood and mucous sur!sees f the system, thereby destroying the foundation of the disease. aad grein, she patient strength by building up ths gonstitution and assisting. mature ia Joing it@ work, The: proprietors have -o much faith in fie curative pow: shat they offer One Hundred Dalaay (Or any cage that it fails to eare. for lat of iy roams \drese, F, J. Onewry & On, Tolete, & @W-Rold by all draggiste, 756. SECOND TO NONE Woman’s Corner Stone Beneficial Ass'n. Incorporated March, 1897 oRFICa - goa W. LEIGH Authorised Ospital, $5,000. jaime prompt! tatnouoey Botioe of leks ccs os asc placed in home offices. 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Jonathan, Fish, Oysters & Produce 120.N. 17th St., Richmond, Va | Orders will reseive prompt attention Phone 157. > Dr. Humphreys Specifies cure by acting directly pom the disease, without exciting disordes im any other part of the system. oes fae See ‘2—Worms, Worm Pever, Worm Colle... 26 ana ee 4—Diarrhea, of Children or Adults... 23 ‘F—Coughs, Colds, Bronchitis........00 2S es 9—Headache, Sick Headache, Vertigo... 25 ee eas Te lime peers 12—Whites, Too Profuse Periods... 29 eee eghersaenn sy re eee ae ee 2 a 19—Catarrh, Influenza, Cold in the Head 23 cere ees Seas BS—Nervous Devility... 6. -ecereenee OO cee eee Sioa PTE CRISES LES ' ‘WER LITTLE BOY. PAlways a uttic doy, to her.” + No matter how old he's grown, Pier even are blind to the strands e€ gray: Bhe's deaf to his manly tone fils votoe 4s the same as the day he aukee “What makes the old cat purrt™ Ever and over he's just the same— TA Mtue boy, to ber. ("Always a Uttle boy, to her.” She heeds nor the lines of care f@Aat furrow his face—to her it ta stat As it was in his boyhood, fair. Pills hopes and his joys. are as dear te her As they were in his small-boy dave. Piz pever changes: to her he's still ¥ My tele boy.” she saya. YSalways a little boy, te ner.” ‘And te him she's the mother fair, Pn the Yeughing eyes and tho cheering ‘om! ©¢ the boyhood days back there. Bask there, somewhere in the mist of yeare— Back there with the childish Joy. fAad te her hes never the man we aoe, Bee aways “her Utils boy.” [Always a ttle doy, to ber.” ‘The ceaseless march of the years Move rapidity by, but is drumbeats dle Bre ever they reach her ears, fhe mile that she seen in the emile ot youth, The wrinkles are dimples of joy. Pig Bair. orith its gray, ts as sunny an Mas le be atwaye “her ttle boy = Yeah Wink, in Baltimore American. Moles Were Not Really 4 Blame, Pee Maloy Torte Rest ge Blame, Bes | a a tat Iie a ia FE OH sandstorm had passed. leavine A the air vibrant and electric. Th earth was distorted from th Soret it had endured. Mrs. Elliott emerged from the farth corner of the lee room—there wer at four—and made an attack on th eaps of alkali dust that covered the Moor. Her weapons were a fire shove fend a coal scuttle. A mere broom would Paave availed no more than a feather. { She was a northern woman making waintance with the new southwest aie had mentally pronounced in favor @f Hades. Domestic help in the south. fereat is a case of Chinaman or nothing Mira. Eliott would have preferred s obra. A shadow fell silently across the tiny @mtrance way and a soft voice said: “Good evenin’." Madam resented the southernism. 1 ras only afternoon. However, she fleoked toward the open door and ac jeepted the challenge. ' SD'y’all want a girl?” Mrs. Elliott gripped ber shovel firm- @y to prevent herself from throwing her arms around the woman's neck. “Will you waik in?” She faintly remembered a tradition regarding servants’ entrances and oth- Wer devices of civilization, but they were Gutangible vapors, beating idly against Bhe rocks of primitive conditions. |, The Texan amiled gently, and ber frown eyes were as friendly ae a dog's [he seated herseif unasked, calmly Foeking back and forth and apparently Meeing no reason to pause in the chew- fag of ber gum. ‘Are you looking fora place?™ “Yes. Y'see, m’ husbun has jes died, Bx" of c’ose I cayn't live alone in a tent gut on the plaiz.” Mrs. iliott bowed in recognition of Mexas conventionalities. “I thought mebby y'll ‘nd “low me put wy tent in y'all’s back yahd. ‘Then I'd fee safe an’ I cu'd wo'k feh yall.” ‘The idea was good. Mre. Elliott serasped it with concealed eagerness, ‘“Xea; m’ busbun lef me a shack an’ @ pe’h o” mules and a wagon.” {_ Her simper could not be called purse- rgd, but it was certainly well satie- “Husband been dead long?” “Bout three weeks.” Her cheerfal- mess was suspicious. “Was he good to sou? “I reckou he was as good as most, yrhen he was sober. Sometimes when he'd been drinkin’ he ust a beat me.” ‘This bed apparently been no cause ‘dee resentment, but was regarded with smild unconcera as the usual course of ‘Saature. “What is your name? , SLoo-eye-za.” Mrs. Elliott gasped, but her necessi- ties were great. “Loo-cye-za,” she said, with « gulp, yeu may come to-morrow.” Early the next morning the shack and shackhold effects appeared, in charge of lazy, ebiftiess looking and unkempt eras ranger, smelling vilely of tobac- jeand whisky. Looeyeza followed with amiling deliberation, “Who is that man?” asked Mrs. EIli- ote. “He says bis name is Mack Taylor.” In New Mexico it is the part of wis- fom to take a man’s word for his name, jd to make no further inquiries. “Is he a friend of yours?” “He lives off yondeh, an’ I got him to move m’ shack feh me. I never saw him befoh.” When the full New Mexican moon bung overhead that night, flooding the ins with silver sheen for a hundred iles, unwonted voices reached Mrs. Hiott’s ear. She made an errand into the back yard. On a bench in the tent Woor sat Loocyeza and Taylor. His feet were on another bench, and he had shed his coat. He had the air of s man per- Jeetly at home. | “I jee’ come oveh t’see ef I'd got Mra. Renders’ shack fixed all right,” he ex- elaimed, thrusting his pipe behind him and trying toappear unconcerned. Loo eyeza’s smile was conscious and silly. Looeyeza took no trouble to adjust herself to her new conditions. She let | Chem fall around her and shape them- pelves as they would. Her smile was Mrs. Elliott's despair. She ceased to wonder her husband had beaten her. On the third day of her advent she joined ber mistress and a caller in the room dignified by the name of parlor, peated herself, with a serene interest in the newcomer,and smiled on both ladies bealgnly. For few seconds the at- mesphere of thé'room was peculiar. “Thomas Jefferson's ideas of demoo reey were crude and limited,” remarked Mrs. Elliott to her friend. “Very,” said the lady, with ready ap. preciation. “Thomas should have lived in Texas.” ‘These remarks not being of interest te Looeyeza, she decided to sit on the front porch, from which madam dis podged her later by an errand. “That Taylor comes every evening te gee Looeyess,” said Mrs. Elliott to her (Besband Gt The end of the Heat werk. | _ “He's after her mules,” responded Mr jEilfott, with convicuon. “Can't sou {tell her so, and how worthless be is?” His wife looked at bim pityingly. He ‘ might understand Taylor, but hedidn"t | Looeyeza, | “I don't know whatto> ut them = sbe said to ma ve next day, “I bibed "em te ut he’s got done with ‘em I bain't got no place to keey em. .seekon I'l haf to git married so’s to have a man te | take care of ‘em.” | “Have you set the day for the wed- ing?" ased Mrs. Elliott, with cold Perception, “We thought we'd have it in ‘bout two weeks,” admitted Looeyeza faintly. ._ “Do you know anything about Mn Taylor?” “O, yes, he's told mo all "bout his fibst wife an’ his cbildebn an’ every: thing. He's pow'ful fon’ of his chil- eho.” “O, is be?” “Yes, indeed. He's got fouh. He wants to git married o's to have a heme feh 'em." “I shouldn't wonder. Has he a bome te furnish you and them?” ' “O, yes, he bas a nice shack, an pwith mine, we'll have two. “Exactly. And your mules can sup port him and bis children?” Looeyeza looked pleased at Mra Elliott's ready comprehension of theix plans. “O course, if the mules shouldn't earn enough, you could take in wash- ing?” Mrs. Elliott's polite inflections cut the air like daggers, but they cut dough. Looeyeza smiled. “Yes; I like to wash. An’ tent life 7 AY ANgy2Z | 7 Mo | ( os Whi (| re Si i ee ae My tr fae jean | is so lonely.” meena four weeks. ‘ | “Dearly beloved, we are gathered to- gether here in the sight of God, and in the face of this company, to join to- gether this man and this woman in holy matrimony.” “We" were represented by Mrs Elliott. Some one had to give the wretched bride awey, and. with a prayer for parden, her mistress had | accepted the honor, questioning much were it not better to chloroform the vietlm into enother world. __ “Who giveth this woman to be mar- ried to this man?” | The unhappy lady murmured her part, and the mockery proceeded. The rector was English and very young. weighted by the importance of his of- fice and guiltless of a sense of humor. Of these vagrants of the plains before him be knew nothing. “With all my worldly goods I thee endow.” At was impossible not to think of the mules. They represented the chief in- telligence in the contract. ‘The wedding journey began at El- Mott's back yard, whence the shack and its furniture were to be transport d to the section of the plain adorned by the Taylor restdence. The mules were In evidence, and they seemed to fully realize their position as the fam- ily support. Taylor drove away, standing up in proud authority over his newly ac- Guired possessions. Looeyeza sat on her hevsehold goods, simpering and shy, but proud to be again wooed and wed. A passing dust cloud hid them from sight.—Criterion. | Chesterfiela's Diplomacy. Lord Chesterfield was never at @ Jon: for a polite retort. Gnce he proposed ‘© person as proper to fill a place of great trust, but which the king him- self was determined shonld be filled by another. The council, however, resolved not to indulge the king, for fear of a dangerous precedent, and it was Lord Chesterfeld's business to Present the grant of office for ps king's signature. Not to incense his majesty by asking him abruptly, be, with accents of great humility, begged to know with whose name his majesty would be pleased to have the blanks filled up. “The devil's,” replied the king, In a paroxysm of rage. “And shall the instrument,” said the earl, coolly, “run as usual, ‘Our trusty and ¥ell-beloved cousin and counselor?" ” —a repartee at which the king laughed, and with great good humor signed the grant.—Success, Cruiser Used as a Prison. The Spanish crulser Emperador Car- Jos V has been ordered to Barcelona, where she will be used as a prison for the instigators of the opposition to the payment of taxes. Dicaie ae teenie ee _ “Tt isn’t safe to start out without 6 pocketful of pennies any more,” re- marked a member of the house the pther day. “Yet Ican remember when I came down into this section of the eountry, in army blue about 38 years ‘ago, a five-cent piece was very emall po- tatoes. We were camped awhile out here in Virginfa, nd my headquarters were in the big plantation home, A son of the house and myself became = friends, although he was five, and nearly 33. One day, in lien of the candy whieh I had forgotten to bring him ‘from the nearby town, 1 gave him a silver half-dime. I bad forgotten all about the incident, when some two weeks later he came into my room, and, opening his hand, held out to me on his little pink palm the silver piece I had given him, ‘Heah, Mr. Captain, you can have it back,’ he sald, plain- tively. ‘It won't buy nuffin.’ ”"—Wash~ ington Star. a THE RICHMOND PLANET RICHMOND VIRGINIA ne AMAZING ADVENTURE. oo a tants weners rome soes| LE Reign of Law WUEre Nenety Halt a mie alae Above Terra Hirma. f ee aan — 35 a eran Teresa Faiciola, an Italian peasant ib F. 2 a Ss women, met receotly with an extror Vi Wg hat aa Rie ey diary adventure. Near ber home, im pep 7 the village of Quarna, which nesties im eh iN & spacious valley, is a bigh and wood- I €@ mountain, and there it has bees nf Y A \ Ye her custom to go two or three times SES eta & week for the purpose of collecting fas ES 4 eR iv firewood. To bring this wood dows = Pe \ P from the precipitious mounta » to her tear By Pecan cottage was quite a8 arduous team. oS . *< e <i. LR 7 Caer = ome S 5 Sa S45 ESE iad ee HAS ‘miiiiknee ‘Theretore, she sent it down by means of a strong metal wire, stretched from the valtey up to the mountain top. A few weeks ego she and ber twe little daughters ascended the moun- tain, and after gatbering three goodly bundles of wood, prepared to vend them down, Just, however, as the mother had fastened the first bundle to the wire and had launched it on ite gownward course her wedding ring became caught in the rope with whueit the burdle was,tied, and in a flash she was carried off her feet and swepa downward into the valley. Half para- lyzed with fear, her little daughters watched her as she sped from their sight with amazing swiftness, ana then they ran down the mountain, fully expecting to tind her lying dead at the end of the wire. And their fear was quite natural, since the mountain top from which their mother bad been torn is 8yd yards above the valley. Fortunacely, their fear proved to be groundiess. They found their mother entirely ua. injured. Yet, mirsculous,indeed was it that ber life was not crushed out of her at the end of her perilous de- scent. It would have been if her fall had not been broken as she was reach- ing the earth by some friendly branches. The bnodie of wood, too, was in some measure a bulwark against the shock. PLEADS FOR A DOG. Gleawent Attorney Succeeds tn Sav fmm an driah Terrice’s Life in ® Chicage Court. The life of Mike, an Irish terrier was anxiously scught in Justice Dooley's court at Chicago the other day. “Attorneys acgued, recited the -Isw and eloquently pleaded that the life of Mike be spared. Other uttor neys demanded as persistently that Mike be immediately sentenced ta death, and a dozen witnesses gave tes- fimony against the dog. Attorney Miles Devine pleaded as earnestiy for the terriex as be would for a human being, piled the desk bigh with au- thorities and finally saved the beast's Ste. Mike was not present, but the mag- istrate was shown a photograph of the ‘animal Attorney Devine argued that esl Teg <NE aI. the photograph showed Mike to be anything but the vicious dog repre- sented by the prosecution, Whise At torney Devine championed the cause of the dog and pleaded for bis life, At forney Thomas Dorney showered all the abuse he could command upon the animal, and insisted that the com- munity was not safe as long as Mike was permitted to roam at will. The trouble was caused by Mrs. Bertha Hellman, who said the dog bad tried to bite her son. Mr. Devine de- nied the charge and accused Mrs, Hell: man of being prejudiced against Make because he was Irish. Attorney Dor- ney denied that the race question fig- ured in the matter and threatened to secure an injunction restraining Mike from biting bis client or any member of ber family. His honor then threw ‘the case ont of court. ‘Tremendous Powder Blast. Another of the monster blasts which are at intervals blown off at the large quarries at Furnace, on Lochtyneside, Argylesbire, took place recently and Proved highly successful. There were Jour tons of powder used, and it was estimated that sume 80,000 tons of Tock were dislodged by that blast, miibadods whididae ar In British central Africa rise colo» sa] columns of the kungu fly from the eurface of the waters of Lake Ny- tesa, The natives Hving along the shores of the lake esteem these files as a great delicacy, and when these ex- traordinery smokelike columus of in- sects rive they are beaten down and gothered up for food, They are then Pounded up into cakes and made into a kind of bread.—N, ¥.Journel. das 35 year old Son, white, Shooting am=n, Wetumpka, Als. | POE 1G: Charlie Hart. colored” criminal awanit) Brantley, Ala | $4 16, Tom K~i-h, edlored. entered lady’s room drunk, Near Greeuv'le, B.C. Aug, 20, Rev. TJ. Floyd, colored, wanied to work, Oart ravils . Tile We: Boeatien: “ rere de “a “ Hughes Brediey, “ wee ” “° Heary Braname’ “ eee “ : dim Haven, te 4 sae « , “Soho Black, mee aka “ 1 +. | Sinn Oresintiogs) = “ S78 “ 1 Aug 284—— —— white. evoke againet lynching, Georgetown. Ga. $Pt 12, Rev. H. B Battle, col , spoke againet lynching. Near fhompson, Ge. | 3+pt. 27, Secor Sanchez, | Onban, — nothing Havana, Onda. ! October 11 Judge Barit La Placa ‘white. Ancaniting, Now’ Nuw Orleana 1} X28, Joe Le ftlore Colored Arson and Assanit. burns’. St® Ann Miss “18 obers Smith, Col. Inmoeent, Partly Roasted note dead : “0, George Wells," Cuiurea, jurder, Wier Uity Kan i aS a Bly <3 ug. 11, Bill Wilken, - : Will ( hambers, “ Will MeUlnre, “ i 0 Comlie Bee lhe Reign of t.awlessness = eA BE aia cote os ene 9 FZ f | NES one ees ae Ohnarn)-— oe Ex) >i i f Y i e i 4 x n R ene 5 ' wa A t Peo s ee aie: ee N Bore 5 eS" * bal Bs : 3 Busts ‘ BO; ore tes Pe va - bal a Pr - : ae = Se Ae ee Number of Persons Lyncked from January sth, 1897, to January sth, 1898, i‘ . . = ~ 26: Date. ‘Names. Onarge. Place. Nr 1 ——— F.J. Baker. colored Postmaster, _ no charge Lake City, 8, 0. Jan, 7, Linooln McGelaey, eolored, ' Marder, Mande P. 0.,0.T. “Dero, colored, aspaalt, Pearken, Ark. « = = : “ — x murder, = {| Marshall Chatwiek, “ suspected of murder, Colfax, Wash, u —— — colored, suspected of stecling a $3 Nog, Clovelaid Cara, Mareh 6, Will Jones, eolored, criminal assault. Oomorant, Mine. Mareh6,—— = — = Mississippi Mareh 6, L. J. Johnson, white, murder, Rock Springs, Wyoming 1 vy —— Bemret * = April 2, Wm. Bell, colorea, no crime Amite City, La. May 2 Elters Harrie," ‘wospected of house burning Anderson, 8. 0. {28 Garfield King ' «shooting + white officer” Salisbury. Ma, ‘29 Joe Kieer and Gilmore Johneonseclored, amaalt Onatones Be June 2, Nam and Curtis Young, colored, shooting officer, Clarkeville, Md. : + a Washington, colored shooting Constabie Weimar, Texas “18 John Becker, shite, murder Great Bend, Kansas, “ATSol. Jackson, colored - Wetumpka, Als, Lewis Sprir, colored murder © Jesse Thompson, colored murder am Comp Reese, colored murder “ une 22 Charlie Washington, colored rape and robbery, Dayton, Als. Wim. Street, colored, attempted agsanit (burned at stake) Deviine.La June 22 —— Howlett, white murder Hilisville, Va. 1 June 14, Mra. Jake Cebrose, colored, nothing, Plano, Texas, June 22, —— Parks, 8 yrs old. colored, nothing: Batesville, 8. 0 July 11, Jobn Henry James, Colored, Oritoinal Aseault, Wood's Ur sssing, Ve uly 12,—————_ Colored. Assault Oosling, Ala July 14, James Redd solored = Murder Moncicello. ark. tet deer gemtenas = — ” Joly 20, W.T. Patterson white murder Westville, — Mise. {aly 22, Jou. Williams, colored, Impadent to white man, Seotland Nook, N.O, Sagus'7 Dan Oug. ‘colored’ In white femilins room, Palew ines. Tex august 8 John Mesaows, colored Criminal A-sauit, armel,@a. } August 9 Will Sanders, ‘golored murder, Olerendon, Ark, ‘*'@ Dennis Ricard, © e * : “9 Manse Castle, pe o = “ 89 Rilla Weaver, = a ie 3 “ @ Susie Jacobs, + = = } 1 HL Mullock Walker, Golored, — Sand-bagging, —Gornith, Mise. | “18, Alex Walker, Colored, ‘Trovoiesome, Pleasant Hill, Ala} “19 James Nealey, Colored, Wanted Drink Soda Water, Hampton, Ga) Aug. 20, ———— Colored, murder an! assault, Frieudehiy Ge, Aug 21, Tum Miller, Golored, attempt assault, "Quitman Ga. Sept. 8" —————._ olored Nothing North oxen, ] Sept 11 “Beny Jones, White —— Liberty Mo, PNT albert Amterson, Oclored Stealing Sulligent Ala. 1 ve a Gnoras Burden,’ "| Sumpected Criminal Assault, Griffin Ge. | Sept 12 Lee Pickett, White Criminal Assault, Patriok Uo. Va, Sept. 26. John Williams, colored, murder and sesault. Mountain ity, Tenn i Oct. 5 Wright Smith. © Golored Attempted Assault, Annapaiie, Md. Oct Rev. Jesse Shelton, Colored, Nothing, [ewequena Goa sty Miss} Oct, 28, Fish Burke, Colored Defended Themselves Harpersrilic.” Mise, < ne ym Gates e “ = " aes « "« eury apderion, “ . “ wnt “ 4% John Gatewood, | : is > oo * © Bogeameueen 8s “ “ oy < 0 ahaa « “ . eet «pene « * “ « Rie 0 CS A eee Ne “ is “ « } “« Areh Baur, “Attempted Murder, ° “4 Qet. 23, John Anderton, Colored innocent _Lafayotte, Als. 3 Nov. 9, ——— —— colored, Defended Themselves Phan, SO. 1) Nov. 10, —-———— colored = NoOrime Wilmington N.O-” at Nov. 2, Ed. Merriweather” Murder Monticello, Ga.) December ——— —— olored, injured a white man, ucridien, dice # December 6th. Jake Glover, colored, innosent, Monticelle, Ga. 1 oe —————Gelored Murder Edgefield COSC | Deo, 24, Sell Bolton, ‘* Hare Burning New Harmony Grove Ge | Jen..5, Maranall MoGregor, Golored Baro burning Bank’ ave, Feb@ ‘Alfred Boynton and wife Qolored Nothing Fort Guinee Ga + Feb 12 Capid Redding Colored “Murder Locabarg Gs | wees: Merch 1 Morris Christopher, eolored, Crimine! Assault, Hope, Arh, 3 Mazoh 14, William Oovton, Je., golored, Argon, Palmgtto, Gay, 1 «Harrison Hudson, = - * i “1 Et Brora. “« “ “ } «os eee a “ « “ } - 6 John Bingeby, “ * * 1 “ 4 ‘Jno, Jameson, (wounded )** ¥ * i Sel meecgerteeee es “ “ } S22 General Duckett, colored, Troublesome, Little Rsk Oo., Ark, | « “Edwin Goodwia, s - 3 “ ‘Adam King, S = ~ 1 “Joseph Jones, “ " * 1 “Benjamin Jones. s x 1 “ ‘4 Moses Sones, = * S 1 *# Joriaee * . eae i “© John Jehneon, . “ 1 e “Names unknown, = - otf i] 18. Kinor Wilson, colored, Fired on white men, Sitver City, Mise. 4 “ “4 6.0. Reed, © “ . 1 “Willis Boyd, se « “ 1 April.6, Forest Samerson, Colored = Murder Brookville Mise 1 “ “Mose Anderson, “ “ ” “« 1 April 11, Rev Gilbert Ellison, = Nothing ‘Waynesboro Ga | April 18, AH Larue white marder Henderson Tene | April 18: Will White, white marder Oliaton Ark J April 28, 8am Hose, Colored © Murder and Avsault. Newnan. Ge 1 “28, Rev. Lige Strickland “ Innocent Paimetto, Ga, 1 “ 24, albert Sewell = Talked too much At i April 8, Forest Jobneon, colored Murder, Brookville, Miss 1 * Moses Anderson, * “ “ 7 April 26, Charles Williams alias Jones, Colered Murder, Galena. Kan, 1 April 27,Mitehell Daniel talked toomuch, Leesburg, Ga, 1 April 20. Willis Sees, “ Barn-burning, Osceola, Ark, 1 May 8, Bill Dibblee, - ‘Trespass, Leoanon, Tenn, J May 24,J. Hompbrics, white, shelter’g a murderer, Aley, Henderson Uo., Tex 1 we mboaee = . B ae ey April 27, mitehelt Daniel Colored Talked too Mach, Leesburg, Ga. i June 14, Lewis Patrick, = Murder, Beaufort. No. 1 Jung 27, Ed. Bilis ,’ Defended a colsred man, Used.ff, ala. 1 se Te Di » " : ” Adem %emuels w x 2 1 Jane 5, Will Hill, ” Brother toa murderer, MeCullay’s Mill, 1 June 14, Lewis Patrick, Suspected ot Marder, Moorehead ity, NO. nig, 1 June 12, ——————_ Drowned a Man, Dandelion, Fla. 1 wisivials peck eee wx | Nee v Pease ] See EFFECTIVE O°T, 20, 1899. TRAINS LEAVE RICHMOND, BROAD-STRERT eTa TION 990 A. M., Dasly, with Parloroar, tor prinet: Pig.netloue Newport’ News Ord "int, Norfolk nha" Portemnntts Gor nsove at Norfolk with Old Do <n paindon’R6'am Ship exoeps Sunday 3:46 P.M. Daily with Pullman, for local tiations, Newport news, O10 Point Rorfolk and Fortmouth.. Connects at Old. Point with" Wartington Steamers, datly with Baltimore Meeamerg except ‘Sunday. women. oe “Day Express except Sundar Yor “Cisrioa™ Forge, Cruneets at Gordonsville tor Orange, Calverton,” Manamsas, ‘Ainess- dria, an. Washington,” at Union Station, Charlottervilie tor Lyneh- 2:18 Pj a.’ Dally, with Paltmenets Cinthine tT Lawinrtiio und Rt tot tape ahiy. at important. stations ‘Gon. ects ‘at Gordonsville for Orange nd af Orauge with Southern Ry Borthbound, at Covington for Va. Hot Springs: Mealy served 0. Drain, care No.7 Local Trains execpt” sun day, following above “trata from sao P, Mo'Acormodation, except ounday for * Doswell. ss ton p.m. Dally, for Otnernnaui, with Pall- . ian to’ Hinton W.Va. and Gor donnvitie to Cinctauail and. Loa laville. “weats served on Dintog Gare.” onatueete “at Staunton "(er cept Sanday)tor Winchester, Va., Sia at Covington, ‘Va. dally tov Virginia Hot Sprisen TRAINS LEAVE EIGHTH-STREEP STATION. 10°00 4. a, Dally, cor Lexington Lynanpare, ana Clit ‘Fora, Conneous at San Jay with Buckingham sn Aierone. ‘Branches, sud" at ONe tou Farge with No. ifor Cineiunath, $00 + «., Except Sunday. for Colupibia, TRAINS ARRIVE AT RICHMOND, | BROAD-STREET STATION. an ceemee tee. | gta «wn Dally trom Cincenmanl Tat Aiba’ y trom” Nortolk ane ote 00 vw. Daley, trom Cinetnnat and Losis- i. tay Batty, trom Norfolk, ane O14 | TMP Recep Sunday, trem Clifton | ‘Forss. { TRAINS ARRIVE EIGHTH STREET STATION. | $4 6 xcept Sunday’ trom Columbia 30 Pi aty'Dalty trom Lynchburg, setingion aay trom New Cantey aud Ronaey, JOHN D PYTTS, 1 Asa’t. Ganaral Passenger Agent, Southern Railway ae eee eee ee ee ot ‘Trains Leaves Richmond, Va. 11.00 FM. Ho 12 SOUTHERN EXPRESS ¢ a1 i "Ruants suguata Jeckeo ville: ane Folate "sou h sieeser tor Danvile Greens oro, Saltubnre, and Comrlotte Siocary oven at Gichm®nd. 0:30" 9. Gbancots at Daovilie acd Charlovte {heen coreging then es ceepaae ee {ween New York and Tampa’ w th cor Rest ne for al. Florita. nints, alee SGonects ‘et Oanvilic, Chariowe’ with the Washington ane soathw=svere Lis. tera (ilo. carry ine through sleeper Reta New York dad Neanvi te Rew Yore aid Wemphte and “sew Yar and New Orieans. alte Puliman Tours Asap: r Mon” ays, Wedsesdaya ana Fri Gera, Wasningtsn to san” Prancisor witheat change, with eonacctions fo Tifooiass in Geran, Meaioy and Cal a ia:e1 Pa No. 7, solid train datiy for Chas foot ds suasmneatzins om, Faraiviile and Powhatan rallrcad & Keyaville for Clarkaville. Oxtord, Het Gerson and Durham and at Grecuator ior, Duream,”"Ealeige. and Winston Salem at Dadville with wo. 88, Uaite: ‘States Fast Wall-solid train, dally fo New Orleans aud points South, whic! carrine sleepers New York to wew 0" Iesnsana New Yoru to Jackaonrile aud Micali for Nasesa sad Habias ‘Through sleeper Salisbury, to Mom thie. $:00 F. HNO IT, LOCAL, @afly except Sands ior Kevavilie aug intermediate pavst TRAINS ARRIVE AT RIOHMOND 6:00 a. x. 6:96 FM, from Atlanta Auguste, Asteritie ‘sid all potate south. #340 r. from Reysville snd local stations, VOCAL Raton? Taina, os. 61 and 62. between Manchester ana Ne svolis. Va ——e York River Ling, west"tonn ‘The Favorite Route North. LBAVE RICHMORD train’ No. léseae EM. Bauriwoue Lintrns, Dally orsept Sunda, tor, West Potute and” intermediate shares aking sioee esuneate onaar: wanes diya and Fridays with seamor” foc more. ‘Train No, 10,2:30 7. w, Locat xxrasss, Mon Wednes & Pridayt, £9 Seats with stage at Loner wate fe geet ion end Tappanauncet aisoat Waal tat wis otean ere tor Baltimore,’ stops at'aliae Tons: ‘Train No. 74, 8:90 4 a. Loo, mixup, leaves daily sacept Sanaa trom Virgiaia wirect Siatioe fae teea ea Sha tntefmediate ‘stations counreting ie ‘tage at Leator manor for Walkerion and Tay petlsaoor TRAINS ARRIVE AT RICHMOND £2), m, Dally, trom West Point, with Coo Reetioa roi Maltinore, Tucadeye, Taurodays sad sowrasys. iS aru Mosdays aad Fridays 4° F'm, Bulge egorpt sunday trom Wen int ana inveviaediece atainonny ‘tcamers leave West Point Yondays Wed nendaye d ridare 0390 pu. Arriving haltt srirn 20 followlag morning: ergy eal iaine ak 6 Raed va Tad And Saturdays ‘arriving Wart Bator Ta) ana ilo: mona’ ay {6 lowikg merging ““Sietimers call st all eetdiage of Fork River O.w. VSstsUEY, ‘revel a wala a aouave. 4. M,ouLr, W. 4. Tark, Trai unager. oon: Fase a0 FRANK 8. GANNON. Entra. View and [Aird Vicw-vresiaent and General Manage: o f : HRS P C KASLEY, ICE-CREAM PARLOR 809N.24.8t., — Richmond, Vs up "ruoxn, 1704, Steam Ice-Cream Manufactory lee-Oream made dai'y both Winter snd Summer, and we eas supply you ciecatienee at all times bonne Graieaienee. (663m. 3 —_—_—_—_—__—— Put band onwhite woman, Jaxpet Attempied Asgaulp, Port Gib on, Ma. Criming! Assault, Bell Buckles, Le Attempted Assault, Cle * Ce ees ins .JLD DOMINION STEAMSP HIGO Dey Lome von ma fomx, nucere wou o bageagia oa fae Sicenarariguresy, yay vi Chenapeaks snd ne small, Meotland oad’ its fir sat rng (idiot asec Asa, ae SEE SESE Revit chaos “eta Tee seemet ai nam see Se oda ar hacia ‘Hekeege Sion kicnmona Transter Om pag neat We etree Gatennatey Sm alin depoun tnd nt Soanpans Soon cect Main Street, ‘onmond. Baggage i pro. tg, Moy, Tort anda gue seyond eam Signed aerate atte erent soe, reef MONDAY. OND SE BS Tate PA cReOMe OAc nig tanec Wier Send be noes tfore ating ame ipl renived agate Sea faa Soe Bin Matarneed or xi senam elas sav omigs poae : Foseengae cae nT IO cane SEPRRLSE TRa coetarete nt Camis eset ule tak Oo Westen tliast or" Oak Tis tod aS WRT fo: Rlcbmond by wares yi tor chisihaoy te aaa aa Pa Salis te company's ine Mo + worm aie, tee Rect Re PR A see lorranded aay ecels SCaa Tercera he TON? MAYER, sponse eae MEE v, a. ica: canes SR ee VIRGINIA NAVIGATION COMPANY'S J420R8-RIVER LINE To Kertclk. Portamoath, O14 Point, EeTiucicbeem goa foes Rive mealoge Heasingtens Baicmors seated, orton Stuanth Pocamortas’ Cesviy Motte, Wm. Eisctrlo-cars direct ta'whart” evecny Sm 1d $1.00 to Norfolk, Portsmouth. “Old Point $84 Newport Nowe," Mosie S's asl’ beume om Freight received daily. trom shove: piscesand'att point Kastons Shereemes Ronis Caroline, IRVIN WEIRTGRR, aberatengen, EDWARD B. BARNEY G@eweral Omees: Planters’ Bank Banhite® Ss. A. L. SEAROARD ATR LINE. SCHEDULE (N EFFE:T MAY 8, low Lmavus Bran. moe" Station. 9:05 AM 8:00 P a} Dail for Henderson (nro yess. day, excep Buaday). tsiedh, Santora: Soattezs SEIS Witmthna, Wasbabo-o; Wicnteen ha rise ‘incaintony Saclay athe sraSa Re, ‘inter, tire wed sata” giana \iliee “ATLANTA Kopant Maecet ey Ginsty, New Oreaa tpt Meco, Mont ile, Cattanong Waameile enap hts aes ssn Mexion, Uaioe ts nagies Memphis, Fe shige Now Orienne "8a 88S waa ia ee ae Traine WaGG T= ane savongn oom id atlanta wtbaoat aa gett Goo See wready foroccupeney sth P ee Prauns shen womaows 415m Daly, except suaday (sunday S90 one Tee's beuy, Zor Venere, begun. ceaks, sleeping’ sa reservation,elerappiy io nt? SeePing 4. M. BOYKIN, General Agent, + * weet Bas it Main St gr gomm, Vise rromater nse oS, : Y Seuoral Sopataeteen hb orev TS tLuRR, Tiniae ausater. et New ’Phone 988 . Yer eee ae uae RIOHMOND, e Farperocenvxa oi, & Potomae. Sehedule in Effect January 16,,1800. LEAVE BYRD Br, STATION, S284 MA Patly, tor Washtegion ana Bele Narta” store’ oun ee i fvtd ana’ F edericksvarge Fa aan Slctvers to Wee ¥ore, Tm A a eu exon sioner De ‘chin guoe snd prints Verte, irene vane fone ad Wecia 2” anv aaed "eoet, Par san “vestibuicd’ seeming gompar'mest, arming, denne Sadia aervn lov eark’ No eet trv ch ge eth eo hse terete Fi tmanttoren es ree eae at STA er local ventions Cae 820 a, wae ay only 0 Saanty "ald mt take ch, et Ee je bie Glew tere dastaee ee © Infeviive, Besweli author Qe, Bone,” Mutet wesinee ming. Bowe, ana WE See ere hiner sw nee ee S45 AML, DWIe, except Burda TTISe mw Want gis ea el’ nate Stops tes doe, Glen allean keke Ten Dayiorsvil een att TS Rene ea Galea seth os Fro ert rs urge Stes ea Wi aeeter ht maya 13:00 Mee _ aly, “excep sundae tor = wasth seem end puite works Storm atti a ley st'ea, aay rt gies ai ei aad aig FrevericKsbur’, “Pie! oat {0 nears "with" Congerast ses: Limited at nanniantea THBP. My Date tor “Wasntnetog ase — teviand, Doesele eiteny euFiederte sire Bone od SSE thors “sandaye Mionat Rae Fa Bd to Mew Yor -leeper Washington to Fitindetnie’? Wr Agere” Brep-Srerer Station. = —< +» Buily. Stops at Wide water? OA Me Brads, eaten ees oe eea" e's Toaweiin anid, na < Bos "epee otee aes Sond.ya.. ‘Sleeper New Yor 6 aan BE 4 at ot Sue Rak. PUT stocot mandy, 4s aad : Fredetvaba g, Milford: St yet veil nd“Glen via eed Ti “atior ear trom "Weak 6207.00. OE ope onty «a Freetsoeny Ft Sowa ae Lad ee ee Pie, paletesre tran av Yore. SUR Dn ence, ‘Predariscaeee eae mit, tence. Wood sate. MR S Men; “Seyicrevitie’ “ata Se Ee Stiga, tnd thea Ses car RS oe excort sunewy from ‘With ingion," nd paints Nore eee ere tag Fonas Sreciet* = obs ott ect eae ni does not stop at Biba. eae Acoommop,tiow Trains, (Daily except Sunday) [9 4-26. Lewes Eibs for Quentice, Fae eee er eet cee FM, Ler iva for sehtene, $0 We. Setiver oes tom eta, tale a peices sauce fees S00P. M.. 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SELF-DEPENDENCE is a great lever and should be cultivated by the individual as much so as by the race. LET us save a penny a day if no more. It's the habit of saving that helps as much as anything else. It's a hot time down here, but it has been hotter. It's an aggravating situation down here, but it has been more aggravating. We must not be swerved from our course of encouraging our white friends and condemning our white enemies. NEVER let us forget that honesty is the best policy, and to imitate the good qualities of the white man and avoid practicing the bad ones. We took our fingers out of our mouths sometime ago, and are not crying for any favor at the hands our white brother. The guns of persecution are being steadily directed against us and the shrapnel of falsehood and the shells of misrepresentation burst steadily about over our heads. When any man tells us about where we were three thousand years ago, we quit walking around looking for the biggest fool alive. We feel that we have reached the end of our journey, he stands before us. THE disreputable insulting, lazy, "no count" element amongst us must be made to understand that they retard our progress as a race and would be more service to us under ground than they are above it. Let them improve themselves and help us. We do not tell our people not to look to Washington for relief. Look everywhere, but do not let your expectations keep pace with your looking. Individually speaking, we expect nothing from anywhere, but the state and everybody knows that we expect a very little from that quarter. THE Petersburg. Va., INDEX-APPEAL in its issue of Feb. 28th ult.. administers a telling rebuke to Senator TILLMAN when it says: "Unnecessary, silly and wholly indesirable are the words to apply to Senator Tillman's public talk about the "nigger." It is the "nigger," not the Negro, says the Senator, and he repeats and insists upon the word. The Senator may have his own private opinion that it is "nigger," and he has a wealth of cranky opinions, but the Senate is hardly the place to air that sort of vocabulary." THERE is a big difference between a colored man who will not work and one who cannot find any work to do. The Committee on Health has decided to ask that the drivers of city cars be required to groom their horses and mules every morning in the week except Sunday. All of these drivers are white men and are no doubt "eussing" We have received the address of Rev. HENRY L. PHILLIPS of Philadelphia at the Eastern Conference of Anti-Imperialists in, Philadelphia, Association Hall, Friday afternoon, February 28, 1900. It is an able production and we endorse every word it contains. Hon. W. C. ELAM, editor of the Norfolk VIRGINIA-PILOT is dead. He will be remembered as editor of the old Richmond WHITE and one of the ablest champions of Mahoneism and Read-fusterism in Virginia. His demise is regretted by all, regardless of race or color. The legislature of Virginia has decided to submit to the people in May a proposition to hold a constitutional convention to distraughthe the colored voter by constitutional law instead of by legislative enactment. They are always taking a whack at SAMBD, but he is smiling yet. Every Senator of the United States is sworn to recognize the civil and political equality of all men before the law. It was not expected by the founders of the republic that any man would perjure himself and at the same time proclaim himself a murderer. This seems to have been what Senator TILLMAN did in making reply to Sepator SPOONBER last Monday. "In every State where the whites have divided in politics between the Democrats and Populists—and it is so in every Southern State except South Carolina—the 'niggers' hold the balance of power. As such they stand there as a menace to a pure suffrage and to good government, because they are a purchasable quantity, educated or uneducated. We are charged with fraud and corruption and ballot-box stuffing. Finally, after the bayonets had come to us again in 1878 we rose in righteousness and might. We took the government We stuffed ballot-boxes, we bulldozed the 'niggers,' and we shot 'em. And we are not ashamed of it." What comment is necessary in the face of such a brazen announcement. The country heard and it will not fail to understand. No colored man could have done more to disgrace the position and to dishonor the United States Senate of which he is a dishonored member. WANTED: A WHITE NURSE. Colored people can obtain an insight into the cause of low wages, and white men can realize that the degradation of one class of labor must lead to the lowering of the other. The following advertisement appeared in the Richmond, Va., DAILY TIMES of the 23rd ult.: "WANTED A STRONG WHITE MAN to help clean up and nurse at the Virginia Home for Incurables. Salary. $8 per month and board. Address Miss M. T. Greenhow, 308 E. Grace street, Richmond, Va." If this institution expects to secure the services of strong white men at $8.00 per month, or 26 cents per day, at what salary does it expect to secure the services of strong white women, when they work as a rule for a less compensation per day than themen? Here then, is the solution of the entire question and explains why white labor has not thus far supplanted colored labor in the southland. One thing is certain, the laboring white man's wages will drop to the level of the laboring colored man's wages unless, the fermer combine with the latter and work for the placing of all wages upon a common level, that of the best. The above should be an object lesson to the laboring classes of both races. There has been much talk about the paying of laboring white men in this city ninety cents; per day, but here is a concern which boldly offers them twenty-six cents per day and they must lodge elsewhere, if the advertisement is to be taken literally. Let us presume that it will cost him $4 per month for lodging and you have a case of a white man laboring for $4 per month or 13 cents per day. These are said the days of prosperity in the United States and in Virginia. What will it be when hard times come upon us? Facts are facts, and we cite them in order that the world may see the conditions confronting us. If JOHN E. EPPS and his crowd of ward heelers will devote their time to raising the salaries of his associates instead of placing restrictive and oppressive legislative enactments upon the statute books of Virginia against the Negro, they would not only earn their salaries but win the approval of a suffering constituency. His measure to secure a lessening of the time of labor, instead of the increase of wages, was defeated as will all other legislation to benefit the laboring men of the commonwealth. Thirteen cents per day for white men, how much per day for the Negro? Surely we are reaching a basis of equality with the white man [even if it be only in the matter of wages. THE RICHMOND PLANET RICHMOND VIRGINIA THE NEGRO. If the Univer- ran address January 21st be- l Association Subject, "The speak of the er which the the 50 centu- red savagery america "and definition could enced by one faro-bank when stakes outrun those put up at a crap-station. If he is a murderer, he has killed only one man at a time, and has not had the privilege of slaughtring dozens and scores as was done at Wilmington, N. O, and Hamburg, S. C., and through the cane-brakes of Louisiana and the ever glades of Florida. If he is a highwayman; his peula- tions never rose to the dignity of hun- dreds as has the robbery of the政 府 and the people by individuals amounted to the respectability of im- millions. The Times continues: "There is no trouble class of blacks and the black man who conduc genteel way, who tree man with respect and do who takes an interest in ment and good institu- tion himself, in short, to be worthy of respect, will be with respect by the with all the considera- tions." Of course there is no tween that class, of b whites, except that of the White explorers, Dr. BARRINGER, testify that in the heart of Africa, where as yet the foot of white men has not trod, virtue is at a premium and drunkenness and dishonesty unknown. Rum is abhorred and all of the evils of alleged civilization frowned upon. There is not a black nation in that section which has ever had boodle aldermen, bought up congressmen or mortgaged senators. Not a single nation has a national debt or runs a line of credit. You are in error when you say: "One of two things may then be expected unless a remedy is found. Some question of race will probably arise which will stir the passions and there will come a struggle, a day of judgment for folly piled upon folly. As all classes of the South are of pure Saxon blood, the chronicles of their Saxon ancestors will be humane reading compared with the records of that day." That day will never come. The bond of union between the black and the white in individual cases is so strong that were the blacks to attempt to slaughter the whites, the individual friendships would cause thousands of individual colored persons to attempt to shelter and protect the white persons and if the whites were to attempt to slaughter the blacks or similar condition of affairs would obtain. Moreover as brutal as you may attempt to show your people to be, how could white people lead in the work of annihilating their flesh and blood? You are all wrong, Dr. BARRINGER, you are all wrong. Certain it must have been that your nose took in the fumes of South Carolina Carolina bourbon distilled at the TILLMAN dispensary and it turned your head, Dr. BARRINGER, it turned your head. When you say that all classes of the south are of pure Saxon blood, you read history with your eyes closed. The Saxon ancestry and blood has been swallowed up in this heterogeneous population. The Germans, the Russians, the Austrians, the French, the Spanish, the Italians, the Turks are not Anglo-Saxons and yet you virtually change that they are for, they more or less go to make up the population at the South. You read history blindly, Dr. BARRINGER, you read history blindly. But what is the use of discussing with such a man? Will some one upon the return of our own Dr. BARRINGER, place him in a warm room, wrap him in flannel, apply ice to his head and bricks to his feet and permit him to sleep off his hallucinations which were caused by too long a stay in the state of that political monstrosity, Senator B. R. TILLMAN of South Carolina. The Richmond, Va., Times in its issue of the 28th ult., under the caption of "Encouragement, for the Black Man" remarks: "We learn from the Birmingham papers that the Alabama Penny Savings and Loan Company, which was organised in the latter part of 1890 by enterprising colored men of that city, is now in a most flourishing condition. When the company began business it had a capital stock of $25,000. Now it has $60,667.38 on deposit. It owns the building in which it does business and has deeds on thirty-four lots, seventeen of which have been improved and bring in a revenue of nearly two thousand and dollars a year. For the year 1899 a dividend of 5 per cent was declared, and the company is altogether healthy and prosperous." "It gives us great pleasure to note these sigas of thrift and enterprise among the colored people of the South. Such things speak well for the whites as well as for the blacks. They show that the black man has got a chance in the South, and that the white man is disposed to encourage him and help him along." We have never denied that some white men are disposed to help us along, but they do not embrace that element of the John E Epps' stripe, who are demagogues of the "first water," stirring up strife, embittering race feeling, and retarding the growth of the commonwealth in which we live by producing a dissatisfied yeomanry. The Times says: DR. BARRINGER AND THE NEGRO. Dr. P. B. BARRINGER of the University of Virginia delivered an address at Charleston, S. C., February 21st before the Tri-State Medical Association and as usual took as his subject, "The Southern Negro." He had the audacity to speak of the "ages of degradation under which the Negro was formed and the 50 centuries of historically recorded savagery with which he came to America" and he declared that this condition could not be permanently influenced by one or two centuries of enforced correction." We pause to ask the question, who historically recorded that savagery,—the Negro or the white man? What savagery upon the part of the black man can surpass that practiced in Britain in its beginning down to the 19th Century? What savagery can surpass that of the French Revolution and the Spanish Inquisition? What savagery can surpass that of the American colonies, where women were burned as witches and the men sacrificed as martyrs? What savagery can surpass the treatment of the slaves for two hundred and fifty years and the torturing and the annihilation of the Indians for a like annihilation of time? What savagery can surpass that as practiced in Texas and Georgia, and Tennessee and Virginia and Kentucky where human beings were burned at the stakes and thousands, and tens of thousands turned out as upon a holiday? Young men and young women, boys and girls gazed upon the naked body of a human being writhing in the agony of death and being subjected to all of the horrors of death by fire? Does it not seem to you Dr. BARRINGER that the white man and not the Negro is relapsing into barbarism? We will not stop here, Dr. BARRINGER; go with us to the Philippine Islands where the boasted civilization holds sway. Here it is authoritatively stated that native women have been raped by white men of your race. Two were condemned to die as a result of being adjudged guilty, and their sentences have been commuted to life imprisonment. Is this a case Dr. BARRINGER of white men relapsing into barbarism or the Negroes? It seems strange then that this prejudiced professor should remark: "The Negro, was in Thabes 8,000 years before the Christian era, he was in Carthage and in Rome when those nations flourished, and always as a slave. He is the slave of the nations and accepts that condition contentedly if his animal wants are supplied. Wherever he has attained any civilization it has been when he was under the control of a stronger will than his own, for in Africa, where he has been left to himself, he is still the cannibal and the savage that he always has been." Why don't you tell the whole truth, Dr. BARRINGER? History records the fact that there were white slaves as well as black ones in Rome. It further states that they were in many instances the captives taken in war. It further states that the women were often carried away for lecherous purposes and made to submit to the will of their conquerors. Tell the whole truth, Dr. BARRINGER, tell the whole truth! You talk about history? What does it say about the Carovinian kings of France? Why were they a line of idiots? Was it not because they cohabited with their own kin? The Negro has no record of ever having done this thing. Tell the whole truth, Dr. BARRINGER, tell the whole truth! What does history say about the reign of HENRY VIII of England? He divorced one wife and had about eight others? Was this savagery? If not, what was it? Tell the whole truth, Dr. BARRINGER, tell the whole truth? What does history say about our own land? Why is it that the country is filled with mulattoes, ostronauts and quadroons? Did God Almighty bring about the transition? If he did not, was it savagery? When white men sold their own mulatto sons and cohabited with their own mulatto sisters, was this savagery or deviltry or both? Tell the whole truth, Dr. BARRINGER, tell the whole truth! We pause to remark that history shows no record of any race which has not in some form or the other passed under the yoke of slavery. We challenge a denial, backed up by historical facts. Surely in his blind hatred of the Negro, Dr. BARRINGER over-stepped the mark. Speaking of the young Negro he has the audacity to say: "By the time he is fully grown he is far from home and has almost forgotten the parents that gave him birth. He is a liar, a thief, a robber, gambet, perhaps murderer or highwayman, fearing neither God nor man. This man is a unit of that dark cloud which we have the black body of the South. Before mother generation is allowed to arise, worse, as we must see, than the present, the people of the South must act. They must remove the Negro from politics and give the ballot to him only when it can be given as a reward of progress and not as a weapon of revenge. The Negro must be educated along new lines." We pause to remark that the Negro is the white man's looking-glass. In t, he can see himself reflected. If the young Negro is a bastard, he can in all probability trace his parent's sin to a white source. If he is a liar, contact with the white man made him so. If he is a thief, he has hadonly the opportunity to practice upon a hen roost and has been denied the privilege of relieving the vaults of a bank. If he is a robber-gambler, it has been only by stealing enough to play at a SOME GOOD IN "NAZARETH." It says: "There is a flourishing banking institution in Richmond conducted by colored people, and many of the colored residents of this city are improving their condition materially, mentally and morally every year." There are two banking institutions in this city conducted by the colored people,—the Savings Bank, G. F., U. O. T. R., of which Rev. W. L. TAYLOR is president and Mr. R. T. HILL, cashier and the Nickel Savings Bank of which Dr. R. F. TANCIL is president and Mr. E. A. WASHINGTON is cashier. The colored people of Richmond pay taxes on $50,000 worth of property although you advocated and had passed the Land Grabbers' law which was designed to rob them of more than half of it. Of course, however as in the case of the hunter who was caught in his own bear trap, your people have felt the effect of it and naturally are doing most of the howling. The TIMES continues: "There is no trouble between that class of blacks and the whites. The black man who conducts himself in a genteel way who treats the white man with respect and consideration, who takes an interest in good government and good institutions, who shows himself, in short, to be a good citizen worthy of respect, will always be treated with respect by the whites, and with all the consideration which he deserves." Of course there is no trouble between that class of blacks and the whites, except that of the demagogue's making. And yet it is a fact that this class of colored people are the only ones embarrassed and injured by man of your and JOHN E. EPRA' stripe. What does the low class colored people, the thugue—the boorish, the insulting elements care about a "Jim Crow" Car? It is the respectable, the genteel, the educated, the property owning colored men and their families who feel the humiliation. And yet, you do all in your power to injure, malign, misrepresent, and insult them, while assuring them that you are not after them but the other fellows. We know who got the bullet fired from your rifle. It didn't strike the fellow you said you were after, and apologies now and parleying and explanations do not make as feel one whit better over the result of your blunder. JOHN E. ERPS and his crowd knew who they were after and they made no mistake in their calculation. If you think they did, it is only an example of another simpleton being buncood without knowing it and the perpetrator of the fraud is even now "down the street laughing. The TIMES has the audacity to say: "But the black man can make a place for himself in the South. He can build up a society for himself, and those who are now taking the lead, if they will but pursue the right course, will by degrees lift up their race to a higher plane. But the black man must make a standard for himself and for his society. The black man's society must draw the line against the ignorant and vicious, the unrefined and the ill-mannered Negro. Ironclad rules, certainly as to morals and good manners, must be made and rigidly enforced. If such a society is organized the men and women of the black race will be inspired to qualify themselves, and the elevation of the Negro will be sure. Herein is the simple solution of the Negro problem." It tells us that we must draw the line among ourselves, while it has just gotten through with attempting to break down the line which we had established. It passed the "Jim Crow" Car law announcing virtually that we were lepers who deserve to be quarantined. We need no advice along the lines it has marked out for we began this work of elevation more than twenty years ago, and even as we improved ourselves, the result was manifest, and the influence overwhelming. The more we improved ourselves the further the white brother wanted to get away from us. Without education, good manners and those elevating characteristics with which we are now possessed, the white men of Virginia were satisfied with us on the steamboats, the railroads and their in private houses. With the improvement, they slam their doors in our faces, give us "Jim Crow" Steamboats and "Jim Crow" Cars and by other methods show the disapproval of our course in practicing the very virtues which our "one-eyed" contemporary commends. Oh, these are strange newspapo editors; and a stranger class of white people reading the jargon which their journals contain. Colored men, our destiny is in own hands. Hypocrisy is everywhere in evidence. Let us "Awake, arise, or be forever fallen!" DR. JOHNSON'S STATEMENTS. We have received a pamphlet entitled, "The White Man's Government a Failure," by Rev. HARVEY JOHNSON, D. D., of Baltimore, Md. The author announces that it is a chapter from a book to be published entitled "The Nation from a New Point of View." The article is caustic, seathing and exhaustive, so far as it is possible for it to be within such a narrow compass. The reputation and ability of Dr. JOHNSON will attract attention to all that he says. For example, he announces: "The white man is almost entirely sentimental in government, and this causes irregularity, confusion injustice and, therefore, failure. He is not deliberate, nor careful and painstaking, but hasty, rash and thoughtless. So true is this of him that it seems he goes into the halls of State and makes laws simply to have them broken or overruled by the courts and construed to be defective, unconstitutional or otherwise inappropriate and out of order. This is the case, not in one State alone, but in every State of the Union and in every county, district, township or city, and more especially is it true of the national government when operating in congressional capacity. I repeat, that there is this looseness of enactment to be found everywhere. Take the white man in any stage of the world in which he has acted a part, and he will show up as a lawbreaker and a disturber of the general peace. He is not disposed to be at peace. He is never content nor satisfied. He is everywhere in history creating a confusion, a turmoil, a rebellion. He is against law and order. He is, as a race, cruel, heartless and blood-thirsty. With him it is rule or ruin. This is true of him whether in ancient, middle or modern times, whether in Greek, Roman or Anglo-Saxon mythology, or in real, historical acts—he is seen in the same light and plight." Now the above is rich reading. and "The proportion of the natives to the foreign classes and to the colored class among the prisoners in the United States is interesting. Is is surprised that, in our per cent. of all the prisoners are colored, signers are much more numerous in the criminal courts, 30 per cent. perhaps, while 65 per cent. are natives." And again: "It is recorded that of the total insane in the United States seven per cent. are colored, 28 per cent. are foreigners and 65 per cent. natives. This, of course does not mean that the number of insane natives is greater in proportion to the population. Judged on this basis the percentage of the native insane is smaller than among the foreigners or colored people. In sex there is almost no difference, the women outnumbering the men so slightly that the difference is scarcely appreciable. In the pauper wards the relation of classes is very different. But 50 per cent. of the total number of paupers are natives, while 41 per cent. are foreigners and nine per cent. are colored. The women are outnumbered by the men in the saylums throughout the country by a ratio of 44 to 58. "The insane come in large porportions from country regions, in spite of the quiet, monotonous life." This will afford encouragement to the colored folks and dismay to the Negro-haters. SURRENDER OF -CRONJE Boer Commander Yields to the Superior Forces of Lord Roberts. POUR THOUSAND BOER PRISONERS To Be Taken to Cape Town Escorted by British Troops—British Government Will Continue Sending Men to the Front. London, Feb. 28.—From John D'Groats to Lands End there has been cheering today for the queen and a universal singing of the national anthem. This, with mutual congratulations, is the brightest way of celebrating the most cheerful day of the war. The cause of the rejoicing is General Roberts' dispatch from Paarderborg, Feb. 27, in substance as follows: "At 8 a. m. today a most dashing advance was made by the Canadian regiment and some engineers, supported by the Eighteenth Gordon Highlanders and Second Shropshires, resulting in our gaining a point some 600 yards nearer the enemy and within about 80 yards of his trenches, where our men entrenched themselves and maintained their positions till morning, a gallant deed worthy of our colonial comrades, and which, I am glad to say, was attended by comparatively slight loss. "This apparently clinched matters, for at daylight today a letter signed by General Cronje, in which he stated that he surrendered unconditionally, was brought to our outposts under a flag of truce. "In my reply I told General Cronje he must present himself at my camp and that his force must come out of their laager after laying down their arms. By 7 a. m. I received General Cronje. In the course of conversation he asked for kind treatment at our hands and also that his wife, grandson, private secretary, adjutant and servants might accompany him wherever he might be sent. I reassured him and told him his request would be compiled with. "The prisoners, who number about 4,000, will be formed into commandes under our own officers. All, including General Cronje, will be sent to Cape Town. General Cronje is in charge of Major General Prettyman." There is no disposition to over estimate the success. The government entertains no illusion. As announced in the house of commons yesterday, 10,000 additional troops will immediately go out and the effective will be kept near 200,000. Lord Roberts has done more than to capture 4,000 Boers and a few guns. He is within striking distance of one of the Boer capitals and is master of a large district of the Free State. He has given a shock to Boer confidence and immeasurably restored the spirit of his own troops. In capturing Cronje he has taken a leader whose presence alone was worth thousands to the Boer cause. The best opinion here is that the Transvaalers are certain to continue the fight with undiminished valor, but it is not so certain about the Free Staters. A Suft Against Frick Company Involving the Iron King. Pittsburg, Feb. 27.—John Walker, guardian of Andrew Carnegie Wilson, S. L. Schoonmaker and John Pontefract, on behalf of themselves and such other stockholders of the H. C. Frick company as may choose to join in the suit as plaintiffs, filed the much talked of bill in equity to annul the coke contract held with the coke company by the Carnegie Steel company, limited, in common pleas court No. 2, yesterday afternoon. The bill names as defendants the H. C. Frick Coke company, and the board of directors of said corporation, and the Carnegie Steel company. In this case the plaintiffs seek to restrain the defendants by injunction from selling, shipping or delivering any coke to the Carnegie Steel company under a contract dated Jan. 1, 1899, at a price of $1.35 a ton, the contract to run for a period of five years, and from settling with the steel company for coke already delivered under the contract. Plaintiffs allege fraud, in the obtaining of the said contract, and accuse a majority of the board of directors of the Coke company of working solely for the interests of the Carnegie Steel company, with the purpose of cheating and defrauding all stockholders of the coke company not members of the steel company. Iola, Kan., Feb. 28.—Charles Ingersoll, ex-treasurer of Tompkins county, N. Y., charged with embezzling county funds, was arrested here yesterday. He had lived at a local hotel for five weeks past under the name of McClary. Ingersoll admitted his identity, and handed the sheriff arresting him $250, all the money he had. Ingersoll is said to have arranged to meet his son here today and to have planned to go to Peru, South America. A reward of $2,000 had been offered for Ingersoll's capture. The Ithaca authorities were notified. not unlike some of the dissertations delivered against the Negro. Dr. JOHNSON is returning the compliment with compound interest. And again: "Instead of an armed force that we can meet on the field, there is to day an enemy that is invisible, but everywhere at work, destroying our institutions. That enemy is corruption. It seeks to direct official action, it dictates legislation and endeavors to control the construction of the laws. It seeks to control the press, to set fashions and shape public sentiment; it has emasculated American politics and places it on the low plane of jugglery. The tendency is now for political par- ties to drop principle and follow expediency, and their platforms are often drawn to evade or straddle every live issue. The idea is now to escape rather than convince, to ignore great wrongs and wink at abuses, to court the support of conflicting interests, though it involves the deception of one or both. We are substituting office-seeking and public achievement, and instead of great public life we are facing a harvest of slippery, bleared-eyed and empty mediocrity, which glides into oblivion without the assistance of death." He is well versed in language to convey an idea. He says: "Thirty-four years ago the call was for men to fight an open enemy in the field. Today our country is calling for men who will be true to republican institutions at home. Never before did this republic call so loudly as it does today for a strong, sturdy manhood that will stand up defiantly and dare to do right. For more than a decade the tendency in this country has been toward a colorless and negative dilettanteism, having the countenance of the Pharisees with the greed of the wolf, and drawing all of its inspirations from the altar of concentration and the earth. The ag has been praised at champagne, with the very pole from which it floated was being eaten off by corruption, and republican institutions were being stabbed to the vitals. A new gospel has come among us, according to which it is mean to rob a heenroof of a hen, but plundering thousands make us gentlemen." He is merciless in his dealing with the United States Supreme Court, declaring in favor of the establishments by the people of a veto upon its now absolute decision. And again: "Now, all that I have said goes to show the white man in this country to be an unfit repository for the rights of the whole people, because he is too prejudiced in mind, biased in judgment and envious of heart to do justice to his own race and people, and so is totally unfitted to even concede the rights and privileges of other races. That he is envious and treacherous one has only to call to memory, as proof, the many schemes, plans, deals and bargains made in presidential nominations down to a spittoon-cleaner in the most petty office within his gift. I repeat, all is done by bargain, trade, barter, deal, in a little, mean, contemptible, petty, underhanded way, that is below the dignity and manhood of all that is called manly and statesman-like. And I here warn and beseech my people. who are just now in a formative state and condition, do not copy their example." He attacks the jury system in vogue in this country and gets in another lick at our white brother when he remarks: "But do not lose sight of the thought which suggested that the system of trial by jury might have grown out of the custom of trial, conviction and punishment of the lesser animals. The following quotation will serve as evidence to point out its possibility: In the Middle Ages the lower animals were frequently tried, convicted and punished for various offenses. Mr. Barring-Gould has collected some curious cases of this kind. In 1266 a pig was burnt at Fontaney-aux-Roses, near Paris, for having eaten a child. In 1388 a judge of Falsaie condemned a sow to be mutilated and hanged for a similar offense. Three years later a horse was similarly tried before the magistrate and condemned to death During the fourteenth century oxen and cows might be legally killed whenever en in the act of mauduring, and asses, for a first offence, had one ear cropped; for a second offense, the other ear, and if after this they were asses enough to commit a third offense their lives became feretit to the crows. "Criminal" animals frequently explicated their offenses like other malefactors on the gallows, but subsequently they were summarily killed without trial and their owners muted in heavy damages. In the fifteenth century it was popularly believed that cocks were intimately associated with witches, and they were somewhat credited with the power of laying acupuncture needles while sprang winged serpents. In 1474 at Bast, a cook was publicly accused of having, said one of these dreadful eggs. He sentenced to death, and, together with the eggs, was burned by the executioner in the market. place amid a great concourse of people. In 1694, during the witch persecution in New England, a dog exhibited such strange symptoms of affliction that he was believed to have been ridden by a warlock, and he was accordingly hanged." Dr. Johnson remarks further: "I will be more than glad to have the white man point out any branch of the colored race whose ignorance was ever so dense as that, and it will be remembered that some of these things, according to this author, happened as late as the fourteenth and sixteenth centuries. But just think of it! Why twenty persons were put to death on the simple—yes, foolish—superstitious charge of witchcraft in Massachusetts as late as the year 1692." But the extracts speak for themselves and further comment is unnecessary. The pamphlet will attract attention and Rev. Dr. Johnson will no doubt have a further opportunity to demonstrate "the failure of the White Man's Government." The author's address is 775 Lexington St., Baltimore, Md. A GOOD SHOWING In speaking of crimes and pauperism the New York World said: "Against society are 25 per cent. of all the crimes punished in the United States, while ten per cent. are miscellaneous ones which it is impossible to classify. MORE TROUBLE FOR CARNEGIE Fugitive Treasurer Captured. 1 HE PLANET ODE TO ETH1OPHIA. Not now, indeed: for pangs are bitter things With deadening touch—a mighty bee which stings. But in the courses of ages yet to come, Though millions may have perished in the storm, United and embellished in the strife, And strengthened for coming ills of life, Thou shalt stand forth, a giant in the land, Helding the reins of nations in thy hand. Then march thou on: the future waits for thee. Firm in its grasp, it holds thy liberty. Then speed thou on: lift high thy prudent head: Let marshal musis mark thy steady tread: While clear the strain, "The Negro's moving on," Rings from the lips of every swarthy son Arouse! exult! may not a nerve for-bear. Till thy great footstep shakes this mundan sphere. EDGAR THOMAS. 1888 Boyd St., City. THAT "JIM OROW CAR" LAW. Editor Planet: During the war of secession a Confederate soldier tried to get an expression of opinion from a black man who was a servant in his regiment as to whether he would, if he were afforded an opportunity to fight for the South or the North? The colored man answered somewhat after the following fashion: "Say, Boss, did you ever see two dogs fighting over a bone?" "Well," returned the black man, "I am dat bone." In this case, the terms are reversed. The "bone" is not only willing and intend to express an opinion but so far as argument goes is willing to fight. I thank God that such a white man as "A Countryman," whose letter you published in the Planet recently, lives in old Virginia. I tell you, sir, there are more than "seven thousand" white men in Virginia who have not bent the knee to Baal. Do not you be discouraged, Edie. Because the enemies of your state are in the hands of sive laws. They have passed such laws before, but they have been repealed; and this one will be repealed. Satan's power is limited, remember that. We trust in God, who is not limited. Sometimes ago the Planet published a letter from "A White Lady." Such publications do more good than you think for. I am past the zenith of life, and though I lived at the time of many of the occurrences which she narrated, many of the facts were entirely new to me. Nevertheless, I am blessed because by the light of them I could see what wonderful strides, under God, we have made since those times of whish she writes. Who believed in those dark days that the sun of freedom would be brightly shining to-day! And that the African race would be basking in its rays as it is basking? It is because I know that thousands and thousands of such white men and women as 'A Countryman' and "A White Lady" live in old Virginia, I am willing to submit to oppressive laws. I know they cannot last. Keep up your list of lynchings, Mr. Editor, until it covers several pages of the Planet. Keep it up till the white men of the South become ashamed of their own record. Where was the necessity for the "Jim Crow" car law? There was none. The arguments of its advocates were all wrong, because their premises were wrong. What were the premises? Whether so expressed or not, the logical premises were "Whereas Negroes are generally ill behaved and Negro rowdies unbearable, therefore, we enact a law requiring the railroad companies to provide separate cars for the two races." Now these premises are as false as can well be. The advocates know as well as they know their prayers (?) that all Negroes are not ill behaved and they also know thatNegroes are not responsible for their black rowdies. This being a fact, there was no necessity for a "Jim Crow" law. Had there been a law to separate the rowdies of both races from the genteel people of both races, no one would object; because such a law would be just. But let the colored people possess their souls in patience. A just God rules on high. If any doubt, let them ask Egypt or Greece or Rome or Spain. These countries, before their collapse had "Jim Crow" laws, i. x. oppressive and degrading class-laws. There are certain elements among the white people of the South who are never so happy as when engaged in something which they think degrades, oppresses and harasses the colored people who never did them any harm. Another view: Are these white people who are responsible for these objectionable laws Christians? What is a Christian? Webster says a "Christian is a believer in the religion of Christ." What is the religion of Christ? The Lord, himself, while on earth summed it up thus: "Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them." And further, He said, "For this is the law and the prophets." What says our Christian oppressor to this? The white people brought us here, heathens from Africa against our will—without our consent. They enslaved us for two hundred and forty years; liberating us only when God had brought judgement upon them and caused the blood of the flower of their land to flow as water. They liberated us, turned us loose, four million souls, without a foot of land nor one dollar of money. We were not this, we behaved as well as the average white person, according to the light we had. And now, without cause, they insult and oppress us. What sort of opinion do our religious teachers—the white people think their pupils—the colored people entertain of them? Are they indifferent as toth at opinion? Christ, their great exampler, was not indifferent to the opinion entertained of Him, for, at once time He asked His disciples, "whom do men say that I, the Bon of man am?" Aazin, can Virginia afford to alienate Jever now as loyal as any citizens ever were? Let her think. Suppose an Aguinal-do were to arise among them? (which God forbid). Of course the whites would put down the blacks but the ink of the price that would have to be paid for the privilege of treating other, unjustly. There is not the remotest danger of any uprising by the colored people of the South, but we may suppose anything for the sake of argument. Besides, we had better be honest and look squarely at the evil things that we may choose the good. One of our Richmond dailies headed is leading editorial the next day after the passage of the "Jim Crow" law "A Triumph!" Yes, the firing of Fort Sumper by Beauregard was a triumph! But for the South, what a triumph! Richmond, Feb. 26.—A bill was introduced in the senate today by Mr. Munford, of Richmond, and promptly passed and communicated to the house to incorporate the Stonewall Jackson Memorial association, the purpose of which is to procure by purchase the Chandler house, in Caroline county, in which General Jackson died, and to preserve it. It is proposed to acquire the farm also on which the house is located, and to preserve the house, as If these oppressive laws will only drive the Negroes closer together and cause them to support one another in business, they will be a God-send. It is not because of our color that we are oppressed, but our condition. Let us get money, religion and education and "presto, change! Yours for harmony among the races in the South. EVA. GENERAL SOUTHERN NEWS. Nerfolk, Va., Feb. 23.—G. W. Blick, merchant and saloon keeper at Emporia, was assaulted and robbed of $140 last night. His skull was crushed and he died at midnight. A negro was arrested on suspicion. Much excitement prevails. Charleston, S. C., Feb. 22.—The final session of the second annual convention of the Tril-State Medical association was held here today. Dr. Charles W. Kollock, of this city, was elected president of the association for the ensuing year. Richmond was selected as the place at which the convention would be held next year. Lynchburg, Feb. 26.—Housekeepers of Lynchburg are confronted with quite a serious problem in the matter of securing servants. For some time past employment agents here have been conducting an active campaign in sending servants to the northern cities, and consequently there has been a decided scarcity of help in certain quarters. Lynchburg, Feb. 26.—A charter was granted here to day to the Lewis Johns Manufacturing company for the manufacture of fertilizers and tobacco. The capital stock is to be not less than $32,000 and not more than $50,000. This enterprise was destroyed by fire a few months ago, and in resuming it will be operated on a larger scale than ever. Cape Henry, Va., Feb. 26.—The two-masted schooner Jane C. Harris, 43 tons, bound from Washington, N. C., to Philadelphia, with a cargo of lumber, went ashore near Oregon Inlet, N. C., yesterday. The crew of three was saved in the surfboard by Captain Etherdge and the surfmen of the Oregon Inlet life saving station. It is thought the vessel whi be a total loss. Newport News, Va., Feb. 26. —Lycurgus F. Laflin, of Chicago, the wealthy gunpowder manufacturer, died yesterday at the Chamberlain hotel, Old Point Comfort. He arrived from Chicago several days ago and was expecting his son this morning. The hotel officials will give out no information about the cause of his death until his son's arrival. Birmingham, Ala., Feb. 24. —The explosion of a gasoline store in the basement of the Metropolitan hotel yesterday afternoon was followed by a fire, which burned that building and the Hewlett block adjoining, causing a loss of about $160,000. The insurance amounts to about three-fourths of the loss. A number of guests in the Metropolitan narrowly escaped, some having to be lowered from their rooms by means of ropes. Columbia, S. C., Feb. 28.—The legislature has made an appropriation of $10,000 for erecting a monument at Chick nauga. A handsome shaft of South Carolina granite will be set up, surmounted with a bronze palmetto tree. The monument will be erected on Snodgrass hill, and there will be markers for Kershaw's, Gist's and Manigault's trigades and Culpepper's. The work will be completed by Sept. 15. Charleston, S. C., Feb. 28.—In Greenville county a negro girl was publicly whipped by her father with a stout hickory switch, she had her prosecured for a brutal assault on an aged lady who had scolded her for not doing the family washing in a proper manner. No crowd was permitted to be present, only one neighbor as spectator, a magistrate and his constable and a representative of the injured party to see that the punishment was properly inflicted. Little Rock, Feb. 26.—Three counties held Democratic primary elections Saturday on the United States senatorship. Senator Berry, who is an ardent anti-expansionist, and Governor Dan W. Jones, an avowed expansionist, are the opposing candidates. Reports from Crawford and Johnson counties indicate that both were carried by Berry. In Pope county the vote appears to be close. Senator Berry has arrived here and will open a series of joint discussions with Governor Jones. Montgomery, Ala., Feb. 26.—A Louisvills and Nashville passenger train from New Orleans was wrecked by an open switch near Flomaton yesterday morning. A negro fireman was killed, another fireman was probably fatally injured and Engineer John Coins was badly hurt. Both engines were thrown down the embankment and badly wrecked. The passengers in the day coaches were thrown from their seats, but none was hurt. The train was a double header and heavily loaded with Mardi Gras excursionists. Atlanta, Ga., Feb. 26.—A streetcar on the Decatur Blue line was wrecked yesterday morning near Oakford cemetery by striking an obstruction, which had evidently been placed across the track. The car jumped fully ten feet into the air and rolled 15 feet down an embankment. The 12 passengers on the car were more or less injured. Those sustaining serious injuries are Motorman George Maddox, Herschel Dellaperry, Policeman Eugene Coker, Policeman Sid Coogler and E. W. Wallace. It is thought Dellaperry and Coker were fatally wounded. Raleigh, N. C., Feb. 22.—The state today chartered the Wenonah cotton mill at Lexington, capital $150,000; owners, W. E. Holt and Ethel Holt, of Charlotte, and W. E. Holt, Jr., of Lexington. It will spin and weave and will give the town three mills. The Holts remain the largest mill owners in the state. They control about 24 mills. During January the state chartered six mills, and so far this month the same number. The capital of the 12 aggregates $2,700,000. It is a line of unprecedented development. These mills are actual investments. They are not on paper. Lieutenant Gilmore Homeward Bound Washington, Feb. 27.—Lieutenant Gilmore, the leader of the Yorktown's little band who were held captive by the Filipinos for so many months, has started on his way home from Manila on the Solace, in company with a number of other naval officers. Richmond, Feb. 26.—A bill was introduced in the senate today by Mr. Munford, of Richmond, and promptly passed and communicated to the house to incorporate the Stonewall Jackson Memorial association, the purpose of which is to procure by purchase the Chandler house, in Caroline county, in which General Jackson died, and to purchase it. It is proposed to acquire the farm also, on which the house is located, and to preserve the house, as near as can be, in its original form, and to collect therein such portraits, books, manuscripts and other relics as were possessed by General Jackson or connected with his corps, the same to be kept as a perpetual memorial of General Thomas J. Jackson. Love, Rivalry, Murder Cumberland, Md., Feb. 28. —Owen Edwards, aged 24 years, recently of Scranton, Pa., was murdered at Bordenshaft, this county, yesterday. 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Dr Shea to all those in sickness or distress of any kind, Rev William Johnson, Dr Shea can show thousands such as the DR. SHEA Charges for medical treatment only. Mem tion this paper. 601 FULPON STREET. BROOKLYN, N. Y. WAR REMINISCENCES How a Union Officer Came to Be at the Lying President's Bedside. Capt. MacClermont, of the Eleventh New York cavalry, has the distinction of having been connected with the great tragedy of the war—the assassination of President Lincoln. "In November of '64," he said, "we had been sent out from Baton Rouge to capture some confederate guns that we knew were not far away, and I, with six men who had volunteered to help me wipe out some bushwhackers who were shooting at us, were cut off from our comrades by some confederate cavalry. "Two of the six men with me were killed and my horse was shot and fel upon me, so that I was easily taken prisoner. "My exchange had just been effected and on the day Lincoln was shot I had put on my lieutenant's uniform for the first time. "There was an illumination in Washington that night, and in the crowd my pocketbook, containing my exchange papers, some letters from Grant and other valuable papers, was stolen. "I went to the office of the Chronicle to advertise for them, and when I was coming out with a friend a man rushed by shouting: 'The president has been killed at Ford's opera house.'" "My friend and I started in that direction, and as we came near we saw a man rush from the back of the theater, mount a horse and ride rapidly away. It was John Wilkes Booth, and if we had known it then we might easily have prevented his escape. "We went around to the front and saw some men carrying a body. "Let's get closer," said I, "I know the president well, and if it is he, I can recognize him." "We walked through the crowd, who gave us room when they saw my uniform. I took one look at the wounded man's face and knew that the report was only too true. "The man who was supporting the president's head, seeing my officer's uniform, made room for me to take his place, and as I put my hand under the dying man's shoulder some of his blood trickled down on my cuff. "I supported his head as we carried him across the street to a Mr. Peter's THE BRIDGE HOUSE and took him upstairs to a little back room. "After getting him some brandy I pulled off his boots and assisted Dr. William F. Notson, United States army, as much as I could. The room was becoming horribly close and I raised the back window for better ventilation. "Soon Mrs. Lincoln came in, and I shall never forget the expression on her face when she saw that her husband was doomed. She lost all self-control almost immediately, and when she finally swooned we carried her into the next room and laid her on the sofa. "When I returned to the president's room I found it crowded almost to suffocation. Dr. Notson saw immediately that there were too many people there and ordered it to be cleared of all under the rank of major. I was only a lieutenant and was forced to go. "That was the last we saw of Lincoln. He died the next morning."—Philadelphia Press. On a Hospital Steamer The sights seen from the hospital steamer a. Pittsburgh Landing are the ones that live in the mind of Mrs. Samantha A. Bignell as those of the most interest to her during the war. "From our post on the steamer we could see the men being carried down the bluff to us," she said, "with the stretchers tipping at a dangerous angle. If the patients had not been held on fast and the man in advance had not lifted his end of the burden as high as his shoulders, there would have been a human avalanche sliding down upon us. Those poor fellows were hungry when they finally got into our care, and they drenured an enormous quantity of bread. One of them, I demurred at giving him any more, said to me: "Oh, I haven't had anything for three months but hardtack, and that was marked B. C." Mrs. Bignell served a four years' term in the hospitals, nursing from the beginning to the end of the war—Philadelphia Press. Mrs. Winks (looking up from the paper)—A woman out west shot a burlar and killed him. Mr. Winks—Well! well! What was the aiming at? N. Y. Weekly. HOW BRIDGES WERE BUILT. Great Resourcefulness Was Necessary on the Part of the Soldiers. "Broken bridges," said Capt. Ludwlg, "seem to be sort of a nightmare to the British public. They assume that if the Boers destroy a railway bridge there is no way for an army to cross a river. At all events they talk over there in a y to create The impression that a r army is helpless when it comes to a r and there is no bridge on which t men can cross. If the British con denders were as resourceful as our generals were in the civil war, and if the men in their armies were as ingenious, rivers would be crossed, bridge or no bridge. "Just before Vicksburg our corps, the Seventeenth, under command of Gen. McPherson, had a fight at Raymond on the 12th of May. '63, another at Jackson BUILDING A BRIDGE. on the 14th, and another at Champion hills on the 16th. In other words, we were pretty busy. But on the night of the 17th, about nine o'clock, Gen. McPherson sent for Col. Hickenlooper, in charge of the engineers, and said, bluntly: 'I want you to build a bridge across Black river and have it ready at four o'clock in the morning.' Hickenlooper explained there were no bridge materials at hand and asked where he should find materials. "Gen. McPherson, apparently not noticing the question, said: 'I will expect the bridge to be ready not later than four o'clock.' Again Hickenlooper said: 'But, general, where will I get the material?' McPherson replied: 'Make the bridge so that infantry and artillery can cross rapidly and have it completed at four o'clock sharp.' Hickenlooper, at his wit's end, jumped on his horse, spurred it to a gallop and gave it free rein. There were no bridge materials with the army, but Hickenlooper knew that Gen. McPherson did not propose to discuss the question of material. He expected the bridge to be built. So Hickenlooper let his horse go as it would, hoping that it would take him to some place where he would find a suggestion or some assistance in the matter of building the bridge. The horse carried him in a roundabout way to a large cotton gin. It occurred at once to the colonel that there was hi bridge. "He ordered out a large force of men, and in less than an hour the building was razed to the ground and the heavy timbers, planks and bales of cotton were soon at the river bank. The cotton bales were thrown in the river, strung together and anchored upstream. Stringers were placed from bale to bale and on these were placed the planks. On the planks was thrown some loose dirt, to hold them more firmly, and the bridge was complete. The river at this point was over 200 feet wide, and was very deep, but the bridge so rapidly constructed was pronounced safe by the engineers. A few minutes before four o'clock Hicken-looper called Gen. McPherson, expecting the general to ask if the bridge was completed. The general said not a word about the bridge, but, turning to a member of his staff, said: 'Order the column to move,' and at four o'clock the corps crossed Black river on a bridge constructed in six hours of cotton bales and timbers from a cotton gin."—Chicago Inter Ocean. A Terrific Drill. "While we were at Savannah before the battle of Shiloh," said the captain, "the attention of the provost marshal was called to an old confederate a few miles below us, who was drilling his men to scuttle the union gunboats. He had the men armed with corn-cutters and cheeseknives, and his theory was that, when the gunboats came up the river, his men could dive under them and cut holes in the bottom with these knives. He had a terrific sort of drill that was very impressive, and he made the men believe that they could disable the gunboats. In the midst of the drill and while our own spies were watching the crowd a gunboat came puffing up the river. The old fellow seemed to have believed that a gunboat was about the size of an ordinary skiff. When he saw the boat as it was he fell over on his back and made no resistance when the provost marshal arrested him.—Chicago Inter Ocean. An Empress who wrestles. The empress dowager of China is described by an English lady, who has spent the greater part of her life in the Celestial empire, as a much more remarkable woman than most Europeans suppose. She is an ardent painter, and her pictures are said to be admirable specimens of Chinese art. Strange as it may seem, her majesty is also said to be fond of wrestling, and frequently indulges in this rather virile form of exercise. She is well read, is fond of European music, and has some skill as a pianist. She is said both by her friends and enemies to be absolutely without any sense of fear, and, needless to say, her life has been attempted a number of times —N. Y. Herald. Revenge Deferred. Biggs—I am surprised to see you so intimate with Smith after his shabby treatment of you. Boggs—How can I ever get even with him if I don't win his confidence? —N. Y. Journal. Somewhat Indefinite. He—The soup is cold again, my dear. What would you say were I to scold you a bit? She—Make it hot for you, my darling. —Harlem Life. Tommy—I expect it's hereditary— Tit-Bits. Seldom Gets Left. The man who bets on the top dog and the bottom facts seldom gets left. —Chicago Daily News. THE RICHMOND PLANET RICHMOND VIRGINIA. SELEC' CMS OF VERSE T. d-time Winters. Oh, th. 1, old-dashedion winteral Now, 2, mother loves to speak Of 3, owl, ovember; 4, snowflakes for a week. Of the fences hidden, buried Out of sight their topmost rails— But you ought to hear him grumble When blockades delay the mails. Mother says the old-time winters Were so cold and crisp and kessl! From October clear to April Snow and ice were always seen. Says the nipping, stinging weather Made the people look early— But her plaudits lacked emotion When the pump is frozen tight! Unoa Abber pictures often Fourteen weeks of sleighing, straight. "Good old winters are still early." Settled down and lingered late. Mercury was under zero Most the time—rémèbier, JohnT" Now he mutters; "Beats creation How this weather does hang on!" Oh, the lauded old-time winters That are winning naught but praises! Of the boyhood, girlhood winters Of the coming yesterdays! (But when walks are shovel I suspect, between us two, That some forty years of distance O maiden, may I still hope on And may I still be glad? I tell me not the love is gone And may I still be glad! O maiden, turn me not away— Have pity, maiden fair, Since candoor forces me to say My pa's a millionaire! The sorrows of the rich, you know, Are broad and deep and high, For Carnegie has told me so, I pity you, Ouckleass boy! Your pa's a millionaire. And so there can be little joy In life for you to share— I pity you! I pity you! So take me to your heart And let you go to you to Play out your bitter mart! -S. E. L. Inker, in Chicago Times-Herald One of the Others. One of the Others. "I'll go to fight for glory And for glory land! Where the dangers are the greatest There I will boldly stand; And if the Lord shall spare me And I return again I have a place of honor In front of the enemy! And if I fall in battle They shout or sing my praise And keep alive my story For men of future days!" He marched away for glory, He heard the cheering crowd; Gay banners waved above him, His step was high and proud; He bevely went to battle And he fell in battle. Fell there among his comrades Who did their duty well! "The dead are Captain Darcey, Leutenant Clare-Montrose, and thirty-seven others! And he fell of the helse! -S. E. Kiser, in Chicago Times-Herald The Golden Wedding. Hand in hand together, dearest, Fifty years we've gone to day, And each time we've been mingled With the sunshine on our way, Yet the sky between hath ever Kept for us its brightest blue, And the clouds themselves been tinted With a soft and tender hue; And the waves have new Hath'e found room to creep, We have trod so close together Our way or smooth or steep— And together we'll go forward Into another year, With heart God uplifted Calmly and without fear, For we know that His love for His chosen Nevermore waxeth cold, And ours for each other growth Younger as we grow old— —Andrew H. Smith, in N. Y. Observer. A Hopeful Brother. A Hopeful Brother. If you ask him, day or night, When the worm 'warnn't rannin' right, "An'ing that' good in sight?" This is asking that he day, In his uncompainlin' way: "Well, I'm hopin'." When the winter days wus nigh! An' the clouds froze in the day, Never sot him down to sigh, But, still singin' on his way, He'd stop long enough to say: "Well, I'm hopin'." Dynin', asked of him that night, (Sperrit waitin' fer its flight): "Brother air yer prospes' bright?" An'—last words they heard him say, In the o', sweet, cheerful way: "Well, I'm hopin'." —Atlanta Constitution. The Song of Songs. Ahl poet, vainly striving for a theme To voice the unformed music of the heart, And catch within the cunning net of art The faint elusive phantoms of thy dream: Leave lonely fields, and yet more lonely throngs. And in the kindly twilight stand before The meantest cabin; from its open door, In low, sweet strains, will float the song of songs, As soft as the mother's eyes yearn o'er her child, Above the lids its music hath beguiled. —Forest Crissie, in Youth's Companion. United. "No north—no south!" United the greater country stands For hearts that beat all brotherly—for hoiest clasp of hands! "No north—no south!" one country, where stars of glory shine— The flag that waves above us knows no dividing line! One in the patriot-purpose; one in the brave, bright deed; One in the peace that blesses—one on the fields that bleed Under the stars that gem the flag no other dream we know Than Freedom fair and Brotherhood—and God ordained it so! -F. L. Stanton, in Atlanta Constitution. Trouble. Trouble lingers everywhere, In the earth and in the air! Trouble in the sky so blue! Storms will soon be pelting through. Trouble in the ground below, Earth must feel the melting snow— Trouble till the stubborn clay Yields to April's gentle sway! Then, to dissipate the gloom, Come the sunshins and the blooms. Trouble with its dreary hours Leads to smiling and to flowers. —Washington Star. Sounded Significant. Miss Matilda Snowflake sat at the piano and sang: "All I Wants Is Ms Chicken!" Zeke Darkleigh, who had paid a nocturnal visit to Miss Snowflake's papa's ben roost the week before, squirmed uneasily in his seat, and finally asked in anxious tones; "Iis—is dey anything pussonal intended in dat song, Miss Matilda?"—Baltimore American. Ida—Do you remember that girl who went to see a gypsy and asked what kind of hair her future husband would have? May—Yes. "And the gypsy said she was almost baffled; that the cards indicated he would have hair of every shade imaginable?" "Yes." "Well, the fortune came true. She has just married a dealer in wigs."—Chicago Evening News. Saved from the Enemy From: Renburg, in Cape Colony, comes the news that a train loaded with supplies and without any engine somehow got started on a down grade within the British lines and was headed for the Boer lines. It was seen to be impossible to stop the train, so, rather than have the supplies reach the Boers, the British gunners directed their guns on the cars and destroyed them and their contents.—Chicago Tribune. A Trap for Boer Scouts A private of the Third grenadiers, with Lord Methuen's column, is thus quoted by a correspondent: "We have a novel way of catching Boer scouts; we have some ostriches tied to a rope on the hills, and we get just over the crests. They see the birds and think there is no one about until we collar them."—Philadelphia Record. England's Many Dock Yards. Englunda Many Dock Yards. Britain possesses many home dock yards, situated respectively at Portsmouth, Sheerness, Chatham, Pembroke, Gosport and Deptford; but perhaps more important in the event of continued strife she also possesses dock yards at Gibraltar, Malta, Halifax, Bermuda, Cape of Good Hope, Jamaica, Ascension island, Trincomalee, Sydney, Esquimalt and Hong-Kong. Malta is the most extensive of all the colonial depots, and here vessels of the largest dimensions can be docked and repaired. -Chicago Chronicle. Good News for the Unemployed I live right here in the north. I am in touch with those who need help can find out who is unreasonable and unjust. I have a steady demand for good women as cooks, chambermaids and general servants, and often for good indoor and outdoor men servants. I pay your fare to which is added a reasonable amount for expenses and fees. 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MARTH tells your entire life past, present and future in a DEAD TRANCE, has the power of any two Mediums you ever met. In testa she tells your mother's full name before marriage, the names of all your family their ages and description, the name and business of your present husband, the name of your next if you are to have one, the name of the young man who now calls on you, the name of your future husband, and the day, month and year of your marriage, how many hi ldren you have or will have; whether your present sweetheart will be true you and if he will marry you; if you have no sweetheart she will tell you who you have and his name, business and date of acquaintance. All your future will be honest clear and plain manner and inance. Mothers should know the success of their husbands and children young ladies should know everything about the sweethearts or intended husband. Do not keep company, marry or go into business un: if you know all, do not let silly religious seruples prevent your consulting. Madame is the only one in the world who can tell you the FULL NAME of your future husband, with age and date of marriage, and tells whether the one you love is true or false. There are some persons who believe that there is no truth to be gained from consulting a Medium, but such beliefs are contrary to the truth. It is only from the lack of discrimination that such a conclusion can be reached. It is not one every one placards himself or herself as a medium that can stand a test of what he or she claims. And a person of an enquiring mind may ask the reason why. It is simply it these advisers do not take the ability to study hon an nature. They do not spend their thoughts for a morality and acquiring the art of physiology and the branches that will have a tendency to make the pathway to the road of the business clear and devoid of all obstacles. 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Havana Servant Unable to Comprehend American Ideas of Woman's Importance. A Havana correspondent says that with all the superficial gallantry toward the fair sex with which the Cuban and the Spanish are endowed, there is mixed a peculiar disregard and mistrust which, to say the least, is very strange to American or English ideas. This very week an American family had an experience which showed in a humorous way both the Spaniard's mistrust of women and his own sense of loyalty to his employer. When the HOLDING THE TELLTALE LETTER household was first established in Hawaii, the good housewife, to the mind of the deep-chested Spanish porter, was an utter nonenity. When she ordered ten of an afternoon the porter ran to her husband to see if she might have it, and when one day she sent him for a bottle of cognac his report to the husband was of such a character that the latter once and for all established his wife's place in household matters so far as that porter was concerned. He was informed that she was absolute mistress of internal affairs, and that if the husband were annoyed any more one would be looking for a job. This settled it, and the porter acquiesced in the new order of things, but still that mistrust of femininity lingered. There was a little informal dinner, and the mother of the household asked her daughter to write to Capt. So and so inviting him to attend. This the young woman of approximately 20 summers did, and, having addressed the note, carried it to the porter to be delivered. He eagerly took it without a word, and as soon as the senatorita's back was turned he slipped in to see her mother, holding the letter gingerly in his hand. He was dreadfully embarrassed, but he did not hesitate to ask if the young woman was sending this note to the gallant captain with her mother's knowledge and consent. There wasn't going to be any clandestine correspondence going on about that house if he could help it and he seemed disappointed when he was ordered to do as he was told and ask no questions. He is still holding his place, but one more offense against the dignity of womankind is likely to consign him to the ranks of Havana's unemployed. A GOSPEL ELEVATOR. The Bible Texts Painted on Its Sides Can Be Sees at a Distance of Twenty Milen. Bessie's Weekly thus describes one of the novel sights on the plains of western Kansas, the "gospel elevator" at Lebanon. The owner, a prominent grain-buyer, is convinced of the need of prominent preaching, and he recently brought a sign-painter from the city to decorate his huge elevator, the largest building in the town. On ELEMNITY JESUS PLEASE KANSAS GOSPEL ELEVATOR all four sides are painted, in gaudy colors, striking Bible texts, imploring to confession and conversion. For 20 miles across the prairie the big building with its shining message is plainly seen, and it attracts the attention of all. The owner says he will change the texts from time to time as those in use become entirely familiar. Pesuliar Pinno Lawantt A court in Providence, R. I., has just adjudicated a case that possesses interest for piano dealers, as well as for piano purchasers. A lady in that city purchased a piano and ordered it delivered at her residence. It was sent to the house, but it wouldn't go in the door. Then the windows were taken out, but that was of no avail. It was then decided to remove the window frame. The piano dealers were not willing to bear the expense of this. Neither was the purchaser of the piano. The result was that the instrument was trotted back to the piano rooms, and there it remains. The purchaser then wanted her money back, and her request, having been refused, she sn tered a suit for its recovery. Judgment for the piano dealers. Tons of Gold in Use. The amount of gold coin in actual circulation in the world is estimated to be about 865 tons. Once Enough. Bilkins—Sp you didn't go to the masquerade ball? Wilkins—No; I made a fool of myself there last season, and I didn't care to risk it again. Bilkins—Eh? Didn't drink too much, did you? Wilkins—No. But when the masks were removed I discovered that I'd wasted a whole evening and $20 spooning with my wife.—N. Y. Weekly. Frightful Alternative. "George is a nice fellow," mused Arabella, "and looks splendid in his lieutenant's uniform, in spite of the fact that he lost one of his arms in Cuba. And Harry is a nice fellow, too, although he is an agent of one of those hated trusts. It is a hard thing to be compelled to choose between a one-armed man and an octopal!" -Chicago Tribune. His Work Ensatisfactory "Did you ever get the money D'Auber owed you?" "No. He wanted to square accounts by painting my house inside and out." "Well, that would have evened things up. Why didn't you let him?" "I was going to until I saw one of his pictures."—Philadelphia Press. Wanted One That Would. Irate Female—See here; do you mean to tell me that I have such an ugly nose as that? Photographer—But my apparatus cannot lie, medam. Irate Female—Then, for goodnes' sake, go and get one that can.—Ohio State Journal. Did Him Good. Doctor-Ah, the little one looks pretty well; the pills seem to have helped him. How did you take them, Johnny? Johnny-With my air-rifle; I shot sparrows with them, doctor-N. Y. World. Mrs. Wilful—My husband told me if I didn't like this brooch, you'd ex- change it for me. Jeweler—Certainly, madam. I'll be only too glad, as four different ladies of your set wanted it—Jewelers' Weekly. Where the Trouble Lies "When a woman will she will," said the fair maiden decisively. "Of course," admitted the disconsolate young man, "but the trouble is you can't tell by what she says when she will and when she won't."—Chicago Post. A Better Name. Miss Summit—He is one of the most generous men I ever met. Why, he took me out to luncheon yesterday and let me order it all myself. Miss Palisade—I don't call that generosity. That's pure recklessness.—Brooklyn Life. Failed Again "I never give money to beggars on the street," said the pedestrian. "Oh, very well," replied the seedy individual. "Here's my card; kindly call at my office and leave your contribution with my bookkeeper."—Chicago Daily News. Between Friends "Yes," said the girl who had just received a legacy, "he has asked me to marry him." "Dear me!" replied her denest friend. "Is he so much in need of money as all that?"—Chicago Post. A Nocturne. I would I were a gentle owl, Then none would say me nay If that night I chose to prowl And slept in the living day. —Washington Star. Old Lady—Aren't you cold, little boy? Boy—Nit! Dis cigar keeps me comfortable.—N. Y. World. To Catch Him. Fuddy—I want to get acquainted with Moskins, but I hardly know how to go about it, he's such a queer fish." Duddy—A queer fish, ch? Why don't you drop him a line?—Boston Transcript. Explained. Nickler — Wonder why Cholly's so popular with the girls? He can't even express himself. Bocker—No; but his father can pay the freight—Puck. May-Yes; especially if they happen to be in her face.-Chicago Daily News. Borrow Everything Else. "He has to draw the line somewhere." —N. Y. Journal. Truthful Boy. An Impossibility Photographer—Look pleasant, please. Sitter—Can't. I live in a boarding house—N. Y. World. The Real Reason Johnny—Why do they say that the pen is mightier than the sword? His Father—Because you can't sign checks with a sword—Boston Travei THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA "Now that I have promised to be yours forever and ever," she said, as she looked up into his eyes, "tell me, Harold, if I am the only girl you ever loved." "Ab, my darling," he replied, "can you not content yourself with the assurance that you are the only girl who ever loved me?"—Chicago Post. A Cause of Action. "Uxory has sued Sockskem, the furrier, for alienating his wife's affections." "You don't mean it! Why, I didn't suppose Mrs. Uxory ever knew him." She doesn't. But he exhibited the finest sealakin ever in this town in his window, and she won't speak to Uxory because he won't buy it for her."—N. Y. World. In Vino Veritas. A corkscrew boasted of its pull Unto a bottle that was full. The bottle said: "You must confess It's owing to your crookedness." —Chicago Record. NOT WHOLLY UNEXPECTED. A Lord Potsoftin—Do you know what happened at your dance last night? No? Well, I'll tell you. I'm going to take away your sister. Does that surprise you? Tommy—No fear! Why, mother said it was 6 to 4 on about your popping; Sis said it was sixes; dad laid 2 to 1 against and I had a bet on at evensl—Ally Sloper. The Non-Broadcrow Didn't Laugh with the Rest. Jones—What were the boys all laughing so heartily over? Brown—Smith got off one of his jokes. Jones—Why didn't you laugh with the rest? Brown-It was on me.-Ohio State Journal. Anticipated "You ought to take time by the forelock," urged his friend. "I try to do it," replied the man who was down on his luck, "but I generally find that somebody else has got hold of it."—Brooklyn Life. He Knows the Kind. Jones—There goes one of the best business men in the city, and I don't suppose there is anybody in the office who takes more risks. Slowboy—Indeed! What line is he in? Jones—Insurance—N. Y. World. Another Mind Relieved. "Pa, what are allied forces?" "A man's wife and his mother when he attempts to say a good word for the woman in the case. Now run upstairs and play with your little hose cart."—Chicago Times-Herald. Not Fashionable: It was the first time Dorothy had ever seen a bull with a ring in his nose. "Mamma," she exclaimed, pityingly, "just see in what an unbecoming place he wears his jewelry."—Judge. Insinuating Reggy—What is bliss, Miss Daisy? Miss Daisy—You ought to know, dear boy. Reggy—Me? Weally, why? Miss Daisy—Because "ignorance is bliss."—Chicago Daily News. An Odd Case She—Yes, that is May Jennings. Such a peculiar girl, mamma. Mamma—in what respect? She—Why, she broke off an engagement because her mother was opposed to it.—Puck. Mutually Careful "Bobby, you mustn't play with that little Dicky Jones; he isn't a good boy." "All right, me! I can't play with him, anyway, that's what his mother told him about me."—Puck They Still Happen "Pa, do any miracles ever happen any more?" "Yes. One happened to me last night. I told your ma why I was late getting home and she believed me."—Chicago Times-Herald. A Mistake. Gladys—I thought you said he was rich? Mildred—Oh, no! I merely said he had more money than brains.—Chicago Times-Herald. Rubber. Suddenly he ceased gathering her in his warm embrace. "Are we observed?" he whispered, fearlessly. "There is the rubber plant!" faltered she, with a shudder, and went and hastily drew the portieres between them and the conservatory.—Puck. A Sybarite. "Yes, sir, but isn't that a bit early for you to get up, sir?" "I have no idea of getting up. I want to turn over on the other side and sleep some more!"—N. Y. Journal. Strictly Proper Mistress—I saw two policemen sitting in the kitchen with you last night, Bridget. Bridget—Well, ma'm, yez wouldn't hov an unmarried lady be sitit' with only wan policeman, would yet? The other wan wuz a chaperon—Tit-Bits. Beyond Evidence A party was being shown over the British museum. In one of the rooms the keeper pointed out a collection of antique vases, which had been recently dug up at Herculaneum. "Dug up, sir?" echoed one of the party. "Yes, sir." "What, out of the ground?" "Undoubtedly." "What, just as they are now?" "Perhaps some little pains have been taken in cleaning them, but in all other respects they were found just as you see them." The wise man turned to one of his companions and, with an incredulous shake of the head, whispered: "He may say what he likes, but he shall never persuade me that they dug up ready-made pots out of the ground."—Pearson's Weekly. Burying the Tattered Colors In connection with the story of the British flag said to be buried at Pretoria, it is perhaps worth mentioning that in the middle of the last century it was no unusual occurrence for the tattered or "wounded" colors, as they were quaintly styled, to be interred. 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The Financial Bill agreed upon by the House and Senate Conference committee, which will probably become a law without further change, is considered a stronger measure than was either the House or Senate bill. There was at no time during the conference any difference between the republican conferences as to the object sought—to give the United States the best financial system and the highest credit; the week's discussion was on how best to accomplish that, and the result is success, and an improvement upon the bills as passed by the two branches of Congress. Senator Aldrich will, on Wednesday of this week, make a detailed statement of the work of the conferences, explaining why changes were made, and on Thursday the Senate will vote on the report, which will be adopted by the same vote that passed the Finance bill ten days ago. TWO CONFERENCES HELD The republican members of the House have held two conferences on the Porto Rican tariff bill and as a consequence, the bill will be amended slightly before being passed. The most significant feature of the meeting of the Democratic National Committee, in Washington, was the war exercise by Ex-Senator Gorman. It was knocked out the plan fathered by his wife of holding the democratic convention in advance of the republican convention, and it was also his influence that caused Kansas City to be chosen for the convention after Milwaukee seemed to have a cinch. Mr. Gorman's powerful and unexpected influence in the committee is not relished by the Bryan worshippers. He has publicly said that he would support Mr. Bryan as nominated, but has not said that he would nominate him. Mr. Gorman is one of the most slippery politicians in the country, and there is very little doubt that he will keep Mr. Bryan out of the nomination, if he can find a way to do it. THE CENTENNIAL COMMITTEE When the Centennial Committee, composed of Congressman Governor of States and prominent citizens of Washington, which is charged with arranging for the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the seat of government at Washington, endorsed the project of opening a new Federal avenue from the Capitol to the proposed Memorial Bridge at Arlington, across the Mall, upon which future government buildings shall be erected. In administered a knock door blow on the scheme for unloading the south side of Pennsylvania Avenue on the government, as sites for public buildings. The Mall already belongs to the government. SENATOR EDMUNDS AND THE PARTY. Ex-Senator Edmunds put a quick stop to the report that he would join the so-called imperialists in supporting Bryan by saying: "It is allowed to think I would vote for Bryan under any circumstances. I agree with Senator Hoar that however much we may differ with what seems to be the republican Philippine policy, it will be impossible to support Bryan. He'sands for so many things that are antagonistic to republican principles that I would trust my own party before I would join him. We must take the average of things and not be influenced by a single fact." The vote of 24 to 28 by which the Senate took up the Quay case, is regarded as a test vote, and as showing that when the final vote is taken Mr. Quay will be seated. The opposition may, if so disposed, delay the final vote by making speeches on the case, but they cannot change the result. NO PISTOLS AND COFFEE In the old days a personal reference made on the floor of the Senate, by Senator Tillman to Senator Morgan would have resulted in pistols and coffee for two, but there is no longer any fighting in Congress, even when such Southern hot-heads as Tillman and Morgan indulge in flinging personal insults at each other. The incident grew out of the refusal of Morgan some days before to give the floor to Tillman in order that he might reply to a taunt of Senator Wolcott, about the "suppressed vote" of South Carolina. Tillman said: "I have felt indignant at the treatment I received from the Senator. Never in my experience in the Senate have I been treated, so courteously by any member of the Senate." WAVED HIM ASIDE. At this point Morgan attempted to interrupt him to make a statement, but Tillman impetuously waved him aside, and continued: "I decline to yield to the Senator. He has put himself outside of the pale of courtesy and consideration, so far as I am concerned." Senator Allison has chosen for his follow members of the Republican Steering Committee the following bril laint array of Senatorial talent: Hale, of Maine; Amdrich, of Rhode Island; Cullom, of Illinois; Wolcott, of Colorado; Sewell, of New Jersey; Spooner, of Wisconsin; McBride, of Washington, and Hanna, of Ohio. With such able and experienced advisers to arrange the order of business, republicans can be certain that no mistake will be made by the Senate. FROM WIN1FREDE. WINIFREDE. W. VA., Feb. 23, 1900 Dr. R. J. Perkins, a pastor of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, resigned last Sunday to take charge of Hinton Baptist Church. He has served us five years, and has greatly improved our town religiously, When he came, our place of worship was a crude schoolhouse, now we worship in a neat building worth $2500. Dr. Perkins has also imbued the people with honest, peaceable spirit. He preached his farewell sermon on Sunday at 7:30 P. M. The text was from 2nd Cor. 18:11. The Doctor quite excelled himself and gave us a spiritual feast. Too much praise can be paid to the praise of Dr. Perkins' ability as a minister. The Dr. has our best wishes for his future success the church has called Rev. N. A. Smith of Iron Gate, V.a., who will lead us forth into pastures where we may feed and grow in the knowledge of Christ. REPORTER. From Hartford. HARTFORD, CONN., Feb. 28, 1900 Mrs. Eliza Robertson, wife of Frank Robertson who drives for the Hatch and North Coal Company and living at No. 134 Windsor St., died in Talcott Street Congregational Church at 8:30 Sunday night of heart disease. The deceased was a member of the Union Baptist Church on Wooster St., but was present at the Talcott Street Congregational Church, Sunday evening, on account of the attendance there of the colored Knights of Pythias who were attending the Ray Robert F. Wheeler. After the death the pew she suffered from the attack which began with a severe fit of coughing. As she seemed to be in danger of suffocation she was removed to the hall. There Dr. Joseph Bentivegna, an Italian physician attended her. Dr. Ackley was also sent for, but when he arrived Mrs. Robertson was dead. Dr. Fuller, the medical examiner, viewed the body and declared that death was caused by heart disease. The body was taken in charge by Hills and Marchant, the undertakers, and the services for the evening were given up. Mrs. Robertson was a native of Norfolk, Va., and was forty-three years of age. She leaves two children, the oldest being eight years old, one brother, Joshua Wilson, also surviving her. She belonged to the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Summer Club Mrs. Robertson sang in the choir of the Union Baptist Church and was frequently heard at conserts. She had a good saprano voice. The Jewel Court met on Monday evening, at the house of Charles W. Custus, No. 154 Mather St., to take action concerning her death. Mrs. Fanny Diggs, an intimate friend of Mrs. Robertson was over come with grief at the loss of her friend. Too much credit could not be given to the many friends, who strove hard to relieve her from death but life was too near extinct, and we are glad to know that our dear sister died triumphing in Jesus. The bazaar that was held at the Shiiloh Baptist Church, Rev. G. W. Tyler, pastor, Feb. 20, 22, 23rd, was a grand success. The congregation was entertained by some of the best talents of the city each evening. Rev. Tyler wishes to turn many thanks to the public for so highly appreciating his work. There will be baptising at the Union Baptist Church, Sunday evening, Mar. 4th, at 7:30 P. M., Rev. A. D. Chandler pastor. FROM NEWPORT. Sacred Concert—Matrimonial—Personal Items. NEWPORT, R. I., February 26, 1900. The Sacred Concert given by the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church Thursday evening for the benefit of the above named church was a grand success, with Miss Alice Weston as manager, assisted by Miss Bessie Brown, Mrs. Alice Tabb, Miss Florence Jackson, Mr. H. Gaskins, Miss M Louise Jackson, Master Joseph Jackson, violinist; Miss Ruth Chase, organist. Miss Weston sang and acted admirably. The Woman's League gave a handsome Turkey Supper at the residence of Mrs. W. Boardley, of Spring St., for the benefit of the Children's Home, which was a needed act. All present enjoyed themselves, lots of games being indulged in, and Mrs Louise Jackson performed on the piano very creedibly. Rev. Byron Gunner, Miss Gunner, Mr. and Mrs. Fayerweather, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Fayerweather, Jr. Mr. Benjamin Robinson of Richmond, Va. Mr. J. T. Allen, Mrs. Blake and Miss Lenora Wilson and lots of others too numerous to mention. Miss Hannah Greene of Providence, R. I. Rev. Haslett of Lyon, Mass., and Miss Alice Brown are sick at the residence of Mrs. Ell Boardleys of 85 Levine. Mrs. Silas Dickerson of Levin street is visiting in Boston, Mass. Miss Maggie Kinlock is visiting in New Bedford, Mass. Mrs. Nightingale is sick, also Mrs. Aaron Perry. Mrs. Palmer of Freebody St., is ill. At the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Catlett of No. 112 Levin St., Thursday evening occurred the wedding of Miss Bertha L. Brown to Mr. William Piper. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Elijah Riehdason of the Mount Baptist Church. The house was handsomely decorated and crowded with guests. After many congratulation a five course supper was served in the latest style. The presents were very beautiful and numerous. Among those present were Mrs. Andreea Miss Sadie, William Bailey, Alfonso Johnson, Mrs. William Mathews, Miss Sadie, Hattie and Mabel Joseff, George Gray, Charles Trent, George Treepan, John Woodgan, White's orchestra furnished the music, which was more than enjoyed by all present. Household of Ruth's entertainment in Southwick's Hall, on Thames street Thursday evening was largely attended and was more than a success. The Jeter family has just returned THE RICHMOND PLANET RICHMOND VIRGINIA from an out of town engagement, successfully. Mrs. James W. Johnson of Defois street is seriously ill, having sent for her son this week, who has been out of the city for a number of years. Mr. T. G. Williams is still confined to his room with the eye trouble. On Thursday evening, Feb 20th, the members of the Assembly gave a private social, as a beginning of their soirees, which was largely attended. All present spent a most enjoyable evening. Dancing was in order from 9 p. m. to 2 a. m., a steady collation being served during the entire evening. The ladies were handsomely attired, some magnificent costumes being worne. All present enjoyed themselves and waiting anxiously for next good time. Out of town guests were Mrs. Dr. Calloway of Boston, Mass. Miss Gertrude Doughlas of New Bedford, Mass. Miss Emma M. Morgan of New Bedford, Mass., Mr. Wm. J.Upitt of Tanton, Mass. Newport's guests: Misses Sadie and Hattie Joz: florence and Barrie Fayearweather, Mae Chatman, Alice Souza, Elenora Wilson, Viola Simmons, Edith Buchanan, Mrs. J. Simmons, Mrs. Rebecca Thomas, Mrs. Guchanan, mr. and mrs.E. V. Nelson, Mrs. F. D. Fayearweather, Jr., Mr. A. O. Buchanan, George W. Hamilton, Ollie M. Mitchell, Benjamin Hull, Dr. Alonzo Vaishorne, Percy Myers, James T. Allen, George Coleman, Henry Allen, Benjamin Williams, Willie J. Rud. From Portsmouth Mr. w. H. Jennings delivered the annual address to the Sunday School Union of Portsmouth, Mount Herman, Deep Creek and a great many other sister schools were present. It was a master piece. Mrs. Georgianna Simms of Green St. is still improving. Mr. Eugene Bass, our popular drug-gist has been very busy moving into his store, corner Green and London Sts., which is handsome building. Little Louis Davis, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Davis, won the prize, a handsome little baby house, which was put up by the St. James Episcopal Church. Cindy and Dr. William Troy attended the Central League held in Norfolk February 22nd. The meeting was largely attended. Mr. James I. Mitchell of Newport News attended the District Conference, held in Norfolk. He also paid a flying visit down Green St. We may hear from the 1900 Club in the next issue of this paper. Mr. J.S.C was seen crossing the ferry Saturday last. It said that he was to see a lady from Smithfield, who spent few hours in Norfolk that day. The Plan is located at the office of the 'Old Reliable' Richmond Beneficial Insurance Company, 618 Green street, E.S. Holmes, manager; J. S. Collins, Plan agent. Mr. W.H. C. Brown of Newport News was in the city Feb. 25th. Mr. James D. Vestol of London St., who has been confined to his room is out. Did you see Mr. Robert Stith of Nor- folk Saturday on Green St.? Miss E. of Green St., says that she receives letters every day from Mr. J. B. Mr. James Harris of London street whose house was burned down a few weeks ago, is building a handsome residence. Mrs. Henrietta Nicholas is very ill. Miss F. B. of Pinner's Pt., better be careful, if not, she will be the cause of Mr. — jumping in the Elizabeth river. Mrs. J. S. Collias will open a shop at 520 Green street for the purpose of doing carpentry work in all of the branches. We hope him much success. The funeral of Mrs. Florence Manning of London street, took place from Zion Baptist Church Sunday, February 25th, which was largely attended. Sunday, Feb. 25th, will long be remembered by the people of Portsmouth. It was the coldest day we have had this winter. It is whispered around Portsmouth of Miss Efflingham street, will soon be to the altar by one of Rhode Island's salons patron. Mr. C. W. Jefferson left for Boston February 27th, after finding his mother much improved. Mrs. Peter Blunt spent Sunday in the city visiting her husband and daughter, Kuth. She left for Smithfield Monday. Notice. You can dress your hair in the latest fashionable style easily and safely with the Ozonized Ox Marrow (copyrighted) as it is perfectly harmless and never fails to make kicky hair straight, pliable and beautiful. Imitations won't do it. Be sure you get the genuine. Sold over forty years. If your dealer cannot supply you send us fifty cents and we will ship you a bottle. Ozonized Ox Marrow Co., 78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Illinois. 2 20 8m. James Hill, colored, had the misfortune to lose a thumb which was caught in the machinery at Spiser, Son & Oo's. Monday about noon. GENERAL MASS-MEETING OF SAMARITANS. MANCHESTER, VA., Feb. 28, 1900. The meeting was called to order by Deputy Wm. H. Hatcher. The usual hymn was then sung. Fervent prayer was offered by Brother W. H. Robinson of Burrell's Lodge, No. 18. A very eloquent and interesting address was then delivered by Prof. J. H. Blackwell. Another hymn was sung followed by an address by Brother W. H. Robinson, which was both eloquent and inspiring. Brother Washington Witt offered prayer. We then listened to an instructive and an appropriate address by Mr. John Baker Those present from Richmond were Mesdames Sarah Jackson, Lizzie Radford, S. J. Washington, Frances Jones, Maria Jones, Alide Anderson, Luey Eyers, and Messrs. Frank Dunkins, Marshall Smith, James Royster. Those present from Manchester were Mesdames Charlotte Wilkinson, Louis Jones and Messrs. J. H. Blackwall W. H. Robinson, P. H. Ross, John Baker, Washington Witt, Junius Allen and Melvin Bartts. Mrs. Charlotte Scott, who was called to New York to attend the funeral of her only son, Mr. Benjamin C. Scott who died suddenly last Christmas day, has returned to the city very much improved in health. ANDERSON—The funeral of Rosa Anderson, who died February 28th at her residence, 605 N. 17th St., was preached at her residence February 28th. Rev. Sinford officiating and Messrs. A. & O. J. Cooke, funeral directors. A WRECK IN MISSOURI The Direct Result of a Blizzard Prevailing There. TWO OR MORE PERSONS KILLED. One of the Dead Is Mrs. Schmidtapp, Wife of a Cincinnati Multi-Millionaire and an Intimate Friend of the President. Kansas City, Feb. 28.—The blizzard prevailing throughout western Missouri was the direct cause of a train wreck last night on the main line of the Missouri Pacific road, in which at least two persons, and possibly more, were killed and several others badly hurt. The fast St. Louis day express was delayed by a freight train which stuck in a snowdrift two miles south of Ind.pendence, Mo., about 12 miles out of Kansas City. The St. Louis local passenger train, running 40 minutes beining the fast express, came on through the blinding snow storm and crashed into the express train ahead, the engineer having failed to see the danger signal which the first train had sent back. Such was the force of the collision that the parlor car in the rear of the first train was literally cut in two. When Engineer Frank Raymond and his fireman escaped from the wreck they crawled through the windows of the parlor car. The added to the horrors of the wreck, coals from the furnace of the shattered engine having fallen among the debris of the splintered coach, and soon the whole wreck was ablaze. Two or more persons, it is believed, were burned. The known dead are: Mrs. J. G. Schmidlapp, Cincinnati, instantly killed, body recovered; unknown woman, body consumed in wreck. Injured: J. G. Schmidtapp, Cincinnati, badly hurt; Mrs. Balke, mother of Mrs. Schmidtapp, painfully injured; L. Sheldon, Sedalia, Ma., assistant superintendent of telegraph of the Missouri Pacific, painfully scalded; Mrs. Elizabeth Peters, Kansas City, slightly burned; Mrs. Elizabeth Lee, Cincinnati, slightly burned; William Vaughn, Cincinnati newspaper reporter, badly scalded; Brakeman McAtee, badly cut and bruised. Mrs. Balke and Miss Schmidtapp will be totally blinded, while Mr. Vaughn loses an arm. William Rost, a farmer, near whose place the wreck occurred and who was one of the very first to render any assistance to the imperiled passengers, is quite sure that at least three women were burned in the wreck J. G. Schmidlapp is president of the Union Savins Bank and Trust company, the Export Storage company, the Clifton Springs Distilling company and of other enterprises in Cincinnati. He is connected with very many industries there and in Ohio and Kentucky, and is considered a multi-millionaire. For years President McKinley has been his guest when he visited Cincinnati. When President McKinley was here about two years ago Mrs. Schmidlapp gave a very large reception in honor of Mrs. McKinley. These ladies were very close friends, and had been such for many years. Mrs. McKinley last Christmas, as usual, and present presents to Mrs. Schmidlapp and her children. Weavers' Strike Declared 0f. Philadelphia, Feb. 27.—The upholster weavers' strike, which was begun about 12 weeks ago, was declared off last night by the weavers. The men asked for a general advance in wages of about 24 per cent. They were offered an increase of 12 per cent, which they refused, and then struck. Last night, however, the strikers reconsidered the manufacturers' offer, and concluded to go back to work at the figures named by their employers. The men will receive, in addition to the 12 per cent increase, ten cents more an hour for all overtime work. The strike cost the men $150,000 in wages. On Strike For Five Cents on Hour On Strike For Five Cents an Hour. San Juan, P. R. Feb. 28—The first important strike among Porto Rican laborers began Monday morning, when 500 men, who had been constructing the military road from Ponce to Ada, marched into the latter town, waving carrying banners with the inscription, "We workmen demand five cents an hour." The strikers, who were orderly, appointed committee to consult with the contractors. The present rate of pay is three cents an hour. No definite understanding was reached. Our Porto Rico Soldiers. Washington, Feb. 27. — Secretary Root is so well satisfied with the record made by the troops recruited from the natives of Porto Rico that he has determined to increase the number now raised by Porto Rico, now a full battalion of these troops, and the secretary has issued orders for the enlistment of another battalion. Brutal Georgia Matricide: Pleasant Hill, Ga., Feb. 28—George Williams, a young negro, killed his mother while they were following the corpse of the husband and father to the grave near here. The boy ordered his mother to stop her manifestations of grief. She paid no heed to him, and then he shot and killed her. Flour Trust in Receivers' Hands. Milwaukee, Feb. 27—Judge Jenkins, in the United States court yesterday appointed three receivers for the United States Milling company, otherwise known as the flour trust. The receivers are Daniel Thomas of New York, Charles E. Kimball of Summit, N. J., and Albert C. Loring of Minneapolis. The collapse of the company was due, it is said, to its inability to float its securities on the open market. "Dream Murderer" Indicted White Plains, N. Y., Feb. 28.—The Westchester county grand jury yesterday handed down an indictment for murder in the first degree against Alfred Morrison, of Mt. Vernon, who shot and killed the woman generally known as his wife. It was understood that the district attorney produced a number of witnesses to show that the shooting was not accidental, though Morrison had claimed he shot the woman on waking from a dream that burglars were in the house. Miss Anthony's Ambition. Washington, Feb. 28.—Miss Susan B. Anthony has undertaken to raise an endowment fund of the National Suffrage association, her aim being to secure not less than $500,000, to be placed in the hands of 21 trustees, who shall use it as they see fit in behalf of the propaganda for equal political rights for women. Miss Anthony is to be the president of the trust fund company as long as she lives, and the fund is as named in her honor. Philippines Customs Receipts. Washington, Feb. 28. The war department yesterday announced the customs receipts in the Philippine Islands by ports for the month of November. The total amount of import duties collected was $227,607, of which $293,400 was collected at Manila, $18,836 at Iloilo and $15,371 at Cebu. The total amount of export duties collected was $24,912, of which $6,769.77 was collected at Manila, $11,759.09 at Iloilo and $14,473.41 at Cebu. Other duties collected brought the total collection of customs in the islands for the month up to $369,308, of which $318,504 was collected at Manila, $20,743 at Iloilo and $30,059 at Cebu. Bride of an Hour a Suicide Baltimore, Feb. 28. — Mrs. Marie Krebs, 27 years old, who on Monday became the bride of Emile Krebs and took chloroform with suicidal intent an hour after the ceremony, died at the Johns Hopkins hospital yesterday. She lived with her aunt, Mrs. Peter Jensen, at 243 North Patterson Park avenue, who objected to the wedding. After the ceremony the couple returned Jensen's and Jensen's severely upbraided quarrel followed, which ended in Krebs being taken and bride sent upstairs. When she reached her room she swallowed the drug, which had been purchased to allay toothache. Increased Wages For Coke Workers Pittsburg, Feb. 28. — It is learned that the 18,000 coke workers in the Connellsville region will tomorrow receive notice of an advance in their wages of about 12 per cent. The last advance was made in May, 1899, when an increase of 7 cents per 100 bushels was granted the miners as a basic price, the other workers receiving proportionate advances. Altogether, directly and indirectly, between 25,000 and 30,000 workers will be affected by the increase. ROLAND—The funeral of Laura Roland, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Roland. 438 W. Duval St., was preached at the house Thursday evening, March 1st. Messrs. J. A., and C. J. Cooke were the funeral directors. Cures Weak Men Free Dear Sir—Fleas accept my sincere thank you for your recent date. I have given you treatment and you appreciate the benefit has been extraordinary. It has completely brushed me up. I am just as vigorous as when a boy and you cannot realize how happy I am. Dear Sir—Your method worked beautifully and exactly what I needed. Strength and vigor and dignity and enlargement is entirely satisfactory. Dear Sir—Yours was received and I had no trouble making use of the receipt as directed, and after a few days use can truly say it is a boon to weak men. I am greatly improved in size, strength and vigor. All correspondence is strictly confidential, malled in plain sealed envelope. The receipt from the asking and he wants every man to have it. REPORT OF THE CONDITION OF THE Nickel Savings Bank, 601 North 30th Street. At Richmond, Va., in the commonwealth of Virginia, at the close of business, February 13, 1800, made to the Auditor of Public Accounts of the Commonwealth of Virginia. RESOURCES. Loans and discounts..... $3920. Real estate, furniture and fixtures..... 1595. Current expenses and taxes paid..... 396. Checks and other cash items..... 325. Exchanges for clearing-house..... 215. Fractional paper currency, nickels and pennies..... 25.22 Specie..... 1400. Legal tender notes..... 2526. LIABILITIES. Capital stock paid in.....$5470. Surplus fund.....1000. Undivided profits.....225. Individual deposits subject to check.....2920. Demand certificates of deposit, 787.22 I, E. A. Washington, cashier of the above named bank, do solemnly swear that the above statement is true, to the best of my knowledge and belief. E. A. WASHINGTON, Cashier. Subscribed and sworn to before me, this 21st day of February, 1900. ALLEN G. COLLINS, Notary Public for Henrico County, authorized by law to take acknowledgements in Richmond, Va. Correct attest: R. F. TANCIL, R. J. BASS, LEWIS L. BANKS, Directors. N. WINSTON CONFECTIONER, Choice Tobacco and Clgars of the latest brands SODA AND MINERAL WATERS, Hot and Cold Driuks always on hand. NOTIONS, Fine Stationery, School Supplies, &c. Nelson Winston, 537 Brook Ave Fronting First Presbyt'n Church. Be Not Deceived!! BEFORE. AFTER. To the Colored People of America: RECOGNIZING the Fact that there are many so called hair growers and straighteners now being offered on the market, and knowing to a certainty that most of these are frauds pure and simple, we wish to make a straight forward statement to the colored people of America through its best paper, the Planet. In the year 1871, our present Secretary through a fortunate circumstance acquired the receipt for OZONO. It was not offered for sale or pushed to any extent until 1875, when it was put upon the market and met with marked success. After a thorough test by the leading colored people of that time, it pronounced an honest, legitimate remedy. True to all we claimed for it and deeply in every respect of the confidence and attention of every member of the colored race. Because they found it to cause the hair to GROW LONG AND STRAIGHT, soft and fine and as beautiful as an April morning. It also cures all forms of itching, humiliating scalp diseases, stops the hair from falling out, and causes a new growth on the baldest scalp. Now, whenever a genuine article appears on the market, there are always a lot of people who imitate and make capital out of the merits of other people's goods. Seeing our marked success numerous so-called hair growers and hair straighteners were put on the market. Of course the colored people had no way to tell that they were being fooled and bought most of them to their sorrow. Now we ask you a plain question. Would we absolutely refuse to refund your money provided you not satisfied with the preparations we manufacture if our goods were not true to all we claim for them? We assert right here that every advertised for nearly 24 years, offering to return the money for every case in which Osoo did not give satisfaction and we have never yet had to refund the money you will positively take the Kinks out of Knotty, Kinky, Curly, Refractory Hair. It will make short, harsh hair, long and straight. It will cure your all of itching, worrying, running scalp diseases, Eczema, Pimples, Dandruff, Itch, etc. BEFORE. AFTER. It will stop your hair from falling out. It will restore gray hair to its natural color, making the hair Long and Soft, Fine and Silky and as beautiful as an April morning. 10,000 people are to-day using Ozone and not one complaint. We have thousands of testimonials. We have not space to publish, Rev. Hertz an eminent Colored Divine of the Church writes: I have found your Ozone to prove satisfactory in every particular. Kate W. Kate W. Page, Blacksburg, Va., writes:—Your preparation has proven true to all you claim for it. The price of Ozono is 50c, a box. It takes from 3 to 4 boxes to accomplish the treatment. We make this liberal offer for a limited time only. Cut out this Ooupon and send to us with $1.00, and we will forward all boxes of Ozono and one bottle of Electrical Skin Refiner which makes blake skin bright, soft and pliant and cures all skin diseases. We will also insert one fancy jar of Electrical Skin Food—nature's great beautifier, removes Wrinkles, Moth-patches, Rickets and all fastil blemishes, and to prove our liberality we will add to this Package of Anti-Odor. A positive cure for Sore Throat, all forms of Womb Diseases, Chilblains, Sore and Frosted Feet, also Removes all smells and Odors arising from the human body such as Feet, Arm Pits, &c. Remember we will refund the money if you are not pleased with the goods and positively this offer is not good but for a limited time only. Cut out and mail this Coupon to us with One Dollar and get this Grand Combination Offer; as this opportunity will not occur again. I enclose you $1.00 (One Dollar) for which please send me the following goods at once: 4(four) LARGE BOXES "OZONO" HAIR GROWER AND HAIR STRAIGHTENER, (one) LARGE BOTTLE ELECTRICAL SKIN REFINER, (one) LARGE JAR ELECTRICAL SKIN FOOD, (one) LARGE PACKAGE ANTI-ODOR. J. A. & C. J. COOKE SUCCESSORS TO Henry Cooke, Dr. A. W. G. Farrar has removed his office from 100 E. Leigh St., to 808 N. 4th St., where he will be as usual ready for all calls. He returns many thanks to his patients for their past kind patronage. Old 'phone, 648. 4t-1-27 National Employment Agency. 27 N. Juniper St., Philadelphia, Pa. I can place any number of young house work girls. Good wages. Write for particulars. 224 6w. SINNER'S DREAM is sold at 15cts each, and any one desiring to be an agent for them, can do so by paying 10c. each and this will allow them 5cts on each book. One dollar will buy ten. Give this a trial. All amounts must be paid in advance. Books sent free of postage. Address. LUCINC SMITH YOUNG, Lambertville P. O., N. J. 2-24-3m