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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
Mr.. w. /. Wilson, 3o01 venab!c streef,
Richmond. says: "Brown's lron BIticrs J:
the best remedy for dyspepsia snd general
debility. II greatly benefited me-
c. n. MCuer. Esq.,, Ssperia'sndsas Bell
Telephoas Company:

u To xMtttu<Is GSIst t"H'''
1elsphone Company
Dear sir.-Io reply to your open press
letter, will say its contents are IN keeping
with your well-known stock Of suavAi've
OF monners and wonderful oversioek oE
what Il known as biuG. You wen recoi-
lect conversation we had few days ago
on train going West; that ] Intended
writing to your superiors In New YORK
and ask and urge that your company IN.
crease yoll7 salary TO $4,000 per year ana
assign You to the position OF visiting va
rious cities throughout tue country TO in-
teryiew city counc,lmen. fou VIII rccoI.
lect with how much delight you expressed
your qualification at INV appreciation OF
your valuable services Won have rendered
YOUR company here. and added you hoped
/ would write your company. Now, TO
your offer TO release me from my contact
First. You must reeo.lect how hard
tried to gst you and your company TO per-
NIT we 10 nut up my own wire 10 farm
from city limits, which you positively de-
clined To grant. 1 would be glad 10 own
the line from the city limits 10 my farm AZ
a fair price that Is 10 say, at what can
buy the wire and poles for. and cost of hire
OF hands. What say you 10 let me buy that
line for cash.
Second. Whenever the Clay Telephone
COMPANY or any other companies are per.
mitted by YOU. the Hon. Z. T.. McCiuer, to
run its or their wires for the good OF our
telcphoue-oppressed merchants. shalt be
glad TO avail myself OF your generous offer
to cancel my contract.
Rest assured. my friend, since you have
expressed such desire 10 release me from
an exhorbitant contract, | shall carry out
my intention Of writing your company ~
suggested above.
Believe me, as ever, gour friend.
X. Il. CHAPLIN.
P.s. Please take notice. as your cirds
are paid for by a rich corporation, cannot
afford to reply through the press, but Will
be pleased to patronize the United states
mail. X. Il. q.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
yfrCtnia's COct.of-Arrns.

Mr.. Preston Belyin had on exhibition
yesterday, and will to-day keep on eXhibi-
lion, ut his store, No. Is Governor street. q
coat.of.Grms, carved in wood by Mr. George
W. swan, and gilded by Mr. J. j. Gqnn.
This work was done at the order OF the
state Board OF Commissioners for Nir-
eina at the Worlds industrial and Cotton
Exposition at New Orleans, and its eXecu-
ton reflects great skill and admirable taste.
Good Judges pronounced il yesterday the
finest piece OF woOd.carving they ever saw.
Tomorrow the coat-of-arms will be shipped
fo NpW Orleans
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
CAPITOL NOTES.
The Board of sinking Fund Commissioners
Nir.Smifh Find. siorr Checks.

At meeting OF the Board OF sinking
Fund Commissioners he'd at the Capitol
yesterday pre>ent, all the members. on
motion. 1t was decided that the bonds i--
sued by the Board in exchange for certain
coupons. under the nlanddmuS OF the Cir
cult Court OF the United States for the
Eastern District OF Virginia, shall be held
and treated by the Board ia all respects as
il issued in the regular course Of funding
under the act Of February IA. lSS2. and
the subsequent amendments thereto.
Mr.. W. X. Smith was at the Capitol yes
terday overhaulng his papers, and snc-
ceeded in finding several checks which
have never beer presented a. bank for pay
ment.
Colonel Ruffin. Second Auditor. is pre-
pairing a reply to Judge Hughcs I'm regard
TO the coupon controversy between the two.
Il will be worth reading.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
Electric Light.

The Elcctric-Light Special Committee,
consisting Of Messrs. Jones. Bowie, Red
ford, Barksdne, and Burwell, have COM
pleted their labors. They baye agreed that
the estimate OF plant would cost about
$4,000. They have placed themselves in
communication with the various electric
hight companies In operation, and have,
upon the basis OF this calculation. come
to the above conclusion. Should the city
own the plant, the committee thinks that
It can be operated at q cost OF about $780,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
Aud,tor,s.e0icc Matters.

b. T. Taylor, the clerk Of the Circuit and
County Courts Of King and Queen, paid
bis dues to the state on account delin-
qUent capitaiion. literary fines, aud law
processes Tor The years lS79-'S0, 1SS0-'Sl
1Ssl-'S2. and lSS2-'S3. in money, ana
claims against Che state. aggregaiing
SL2i3.17. for which be exhibited Willlm
Il. smiths receipts in the Treasurer, office
yesterday. and for which he is not properly
,1aditaI
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

Consumers ~ "Dill'- Best" tobacco win
please notice carefully the yellow tag on
same. and see that II has the wording, in
black letters. 4" Dllrs Best" Other tobac-
COS are being placed on the market with a
tag simill7 in coloring 10 the "DllPs Best "
tag. and may miseld consumers OF this
celebrated brand Of tobacco. TO be genu-
inc. the little yellow tag must have on 1t
DIPS Best" In buying, do not ask for
the little yellow tag, a. formerly, but
DIPS Best" aud see that you get what
Won ask for"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
Personals and Briefs.

Mr.. Ellis, principal Of graded schools OF
Scotfsville, Albemarle county. and Miss
Hill. Miss Farrar, and Mrs. Perkins, teach
ers. are in the city on tour Of inspection
OF the public schools. to learn the practical
working OF our system. Having furlough
from Superintendent Niche, OF Albemarle,
with the option OF attending teachers In
stitute or visiting the Richmond schools.
they chose the latter. and visited the High
School building on yesterday.
Senator Henry Heaton. OF Londoun, Is In
the city attending court business.
The annual rernion OF the Howitzers
takes place tonight.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

owens X Minor, opposite the pos:.ofice,
have Holiday Presents in endless variety
from the attractive little perfume Christ
maS-Clrd at ten cents 10 beautiful Swiss
Goods and handsome Celiuloid Goods in
richest Plush and Undressed CAT Cases.
We advise an early inspection OF their
beautiful display.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
COlOred MasOns.

The Grand Lodge Of Virginia, F. and A..
A. Masons. assembled IN this city in its
ninth annua. communication Tuesday eve-
ming at 8 o'clock-M. w. G.. NJ. Thomas
Cayton. OF Hampton, Va. presiding. After
transscting routine business the following
grand officers were duly elected and In.
stalled for the ensuing Masonic year: NJ.
w. G.. NJ, George II. Dabney. OF Peters.
burg; X. w. ID. G. NJ. j. III. Johnston. OF
Richmond; r. W. S. g. W.. j. r. Griftin,
OF Richmond; X. w. q. J. W., J. II. Fer.
guson. OF Charlottesville; r. w. G. T.. w.
ii. Hughes. Of Manchester; X. w. @. S.,
Dr. II. l.. Harris. Of Petersburg.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
The Same OItltry.

Too many goods and not enough money.
And in order to exchange the goods tor
money we will offer special Inducements 10
cash buyers for the next two weeks. We
want the money, and all in want of Cloth
ing. Underwear. Hosiery. or Neckwear,
will find it TO their advantage "a examine
our stock aud prices before purchasing
elsewhere. T.. u. SPENCE n son.
ClothierS and railorS,
Ninth and Main.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
A GrafefnI Calored Woman.

An old colored woman named j. Polly
W,ddy died here a short time since. and
her last will and testament has been adj
milted TO probate in the clerks Office OF
the Chancery Court OF this city. In her will
he " gives and bequeaths " to weil-known
lady of Richmond "the sum OF $50, to be
paid in all events. and prior TO anv Other
legacy, as a token for her kindness and at
tention to me in my long illness" The old
negress was worth about $3.50.
What an answer this Is to the misrepre-
seutatons frequently seen in northern
papers in regard to race troubles here
abOuts
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
Hastings Court.

Julia Ann Fry (cOlored), charged with
larceny, was tried and acquitted.
George Cooley. charged with resisting
the police. pleaded guilty. and was fined
$50 and sent to Jail for fifteen days.
Judge Atkins sustained the motion in
arrest IN the case Of Buck Miller, who was
convicted Of obtaining money from the
Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad Company
under false pretences. Miller was held for
his appearance at the January term OF the
ccnrt
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

Ed. johnson. Of Lynchburg, Va, will
Only remain at 9ls Main street until >atur-
day night. with new supply and splendid
stock OF Watches. Diamonds, and Jewelry
for sale. win have on display to-day the
lsrgest and finest display Of Diamonds
ever seen in this city. DO not fail to call
on him. No house in this country can
compete with him in prices. Remember
the place
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

A beautiful and most sensible memorial
Of the late Emma Stebbins, the biographer
ed al Lenox, Mass. II Is describe as "a
bowl OF gray granite four feet six inches
square, supported on q base OF unhewn
scotch red granite. The four sides Of the
bowl have polished tablets bearing inscrip,,,
tions, and on one side at the base i' 'ina,l
basin with the head OF dog car fed In h,gn
relief. Above II horses head IN rene, !,
also adorns one side OF the large boWl.
Emma slebbins passed the last summers o.
OF her life at her home In Lenox. ana ,n's
tribute to her memory was Suggested 70 y.
the three friends who erected IL Oy hsi
marked fondness for animals.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
Police Court.

The following cases were disposed OF
yesterday:
J. II. Crowder tcolored) was fined a. for
soliciting passengers at the Chesapeake and
ohio railway depot.
James Ellis (colored) was fined 81 for be-
ing disorderly on the street.
Belle Williams (colored). notorious
character, was fined $40 for fighting In the
street. An appeal was taken.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12


should convey sentiment Of friendship.
anu IN ,nis acceptaiion the Christmas-cirds
1i 'ne daY are decided souren1s. West,
johnston Co. have an unusual large
so.s o, christmas. s.csrds In varied and
nus,ic ues'en. Go and make your selec-
uon before the crowd have picked them
over.
W. NJ. MILLER. 52s BROAD STREET,
Here we have new solicitor for Christmas
patronage. Sr. Miller, young gentle.
mau OF modest and retiring demeanor, in
singular Keeping with his business push
ana inpgriiy, Is now opening a large "a
soriment of Christmas and hou sekeeping
goods at the store that has lust beer iitte,l
UP Tor MN. lie had an experience In thi-
business WITH mr. stevens OF the Decent
store, that should I've guarantee OF hIS
knowledge Of this business. Give the
Young man call.
l.. WAGNER. CORNER SIXTH AND BROAD
sTREE1s.-iiere we have gentleman who
IL never falling In Offering line o! choice
Christmas goods In the way OF toilct-cases.
dressing cases. brush and comb sets. cellu-
loid goods, puif.hoxes. and the like. And
the remarkable fact II tnat his holiday use.
1uiness - the greatest when Christmas l.
over. Holiday induIgences are sure 10 be
followed by corresponding pains. On the
principle that that those who dance must
pay the piper" holiday enioyments are fol-
lowed by post-hollday pains. Relief from
these pains is sought through medicines
wagner will serve you al all times. Give
him call.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

Twenty-one dozen Gentlemen's liats-mannfac-
turers' samples-no two aiike-cOnsisting Of Der
by. In this seasons best styles, AZ si.s9; cost
1880 gonerally,at GREENTRKE's,
SEQ east Broad street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

Mr.. r. r. Jones. 6l4 east Cary street.
Richmond. saws: 'My brother, while
travelling South, contracted malaria. He
used Browns Iron Bitters. and IL made a
complete cure. 1t Is a great remedy"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
Davis's Photograph or the Electoral
COLLEGE.

DAVIS. the photographer, has completed
his picture OF the Electoral College Of Viz
ginia. The group sat Immediately after
the vote OF Virginia had been cast Tor
Cleveland and Hendricks. The electors
were all happy at the result, and Mr.. Davis
made an excellent picture. which can he
seen at his gallery on Broad between Eighth
and Ninth streets.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

PAGES. Broad street above Elba depot,
and 1905 Cary street. Best Coal al lowest
prices. DO not charge one 90, another
$3.50, another - for .ame coal.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
Gordon -. Tho CIV.

Argument was heard in the City Circuit
Court Yesterday IN the suit Of Mr.. John y.
Gordon rs. The City for $4,000 damages.
and the ease submitted to the jury. The
jury not being able to agree were adjourned
over until 10 o'clock this morning.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
BO0Ts. SHOES. sc.

r CALL THE ATTENTION OF 1a]
Il tbe pubic 70 my Hue OF
HAND MADE. FLEXIBLE-sOIE r. Low HEEL,
AND BROAD-BofJOM SHOES.
msde up expressly Cor old gentlemen aud ladies,
aud sl Others who haze been crippled BY iil-Httins
shoes ard shoes scwed ON ,he oid-slyie machines
also, 70 NV sp'epdid iae Of
TRUNKS, yALIsgs,
RAILROAD BAGS,
CLUB SACKS,
fBopPiNG-gAGs.
SHOULDER AND BAGG AGE-sTRAps
>. a. 6RiGG.
. corner Main xud Eights streets t,'see Bloekl
iD0 If-3ml
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

Mr.. W. ii. Ladle, 1l15 Main street.
Richmond, says: % have used Browns
Iron Biiters for dyspepsia, neuralgia. and
nervous disorders with gleat satisfaction"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

1T Is Acknowledged by everybody who has
visited LEVY DAyIs's Holiday Department that
no such stock has ever before been offered in this
al
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
Liquors and Groceries very cheap NJ
.IoHN NJ. UlGGISS's,

FoH GooD LINEN GOODS of every description
- to LEVY & DAVIS. see their sets of Table
Cloths and Napkins to match just the thing Zoe
Christmas lrc-suts.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

White SIX HandkeTchiefs-rcduced fran VI %
&c. each-at CIR rgESrREkS.
corner Ninth.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

Thirty-ibree dozen Boys Plush Polo Caps-re-
duced from so 10 25c.-at GRFgSTREK's,
$50 east Broad street
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

OSE THOUSAND CHRisrsAs-CAKDs, &c. 10 Is;
Fringed at sc. For gOods worthy Of Ir, sentaiion
call at 1902 Main street.
RANDOLPH a ESGLIsH.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

No TROUBLE TO BCY HOLIDAY PREsrsrs. II
you 90 to LEVY & DAVIS you will iud something
% suit every body and the rest u mankind"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

PHOToCRAPus, soc. per dozen; three Cabinet
Photos, 81; Tin type, eight for soc. only, 40
REEs's Gallery, aud cheapest Photos la town.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

Mrs. j. i. Hughes. 3l2 north twenty
ninth street. Richmond, says; " Bowl i,'
Iron Bltlers worked wonders for me wn''1
suffering from dyspepsia and weakne,s.
heartily recommend II TO both marficu '"'
single ladies.O
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

Fory-two dozfn Genilemen's Puff silk seufs--
reduced 10 2fc-at GRkENrREs's,
corner Ninth.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

PLAIN CARDs--c choice at lOc.; others Sc. and
two for Sc at l.. LEwIs'S. 9l2 Main street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
DICHMOND THEATRE.
IL TWO NIGHTS,
MONDAY AND TUESDAY,
DECEMBER l1TH AND 9Th.

Eyerybod,'s favorite comedian,
GUS. WILLIAMS,
supported by an excellent company, under the
management OF JOHN III. RoBB.
MONDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 18TH,
the success OF the season. the new play, entitled
CAPTAIN MIsHI.ER.
Mr.. WILLIAMS will Introduce q number OF bis
new and popular songs, Including "a Captain Mish-
ier," .W Whea I'm on Duty" Z" Knock at the VIM
dow Tonight Love-" and Pretty Little Dark
Blue Eyes,"
TUESDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 10TH,
the bewilderipg success.
ONE on 1ItE FINEST.
Admission. 75c.; reserved seats, Ell: dress-eir-
Gle. 5oc.: galleries. 25e. bvN-sheet opens ss'ur-
dAy morning az o'clock. de l2-3ts
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

THE CHOICE Of all my FRNGFD CHRISTMAS
CARDS at ljc. l.. LEWIS, 9l2 Main street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

FRTSGED cABDs-lhe choice OF al at I5c.
smaller sizes lo. 5, and two for Sc. at l.. LEwIss,
9i2 Main sirest.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

A beautiful stock OF decorated aud lus-
tre-band teas. j. T.. BRAGG. Agent.
los Broad street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

Here, dear reader. we conclude our first
chapter of chronicllng the coming and suit.
able preparations for Christmas. We have
much more to mention and many beautiful
stores 10 visit. so du reroir.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

LEVY & DAyIs's BLANKETS are yery cheap.
flsnnels lower than ever. and Silks are down 90
low that everybody can buy adress-pat,srn.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

Advertisers wanting double-column dis
play advertisements or extra space In our
SUNDAY edition must send them In before
1s o'clock tomorrow 70 insure insertion.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
asrtfOll.

LiqSors and Groceries very cheap at
JOHN ". llIGGINss.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

ALBUMS at lsc. at L. LEwIs's; also f5r IS
aud i0c.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

SMOKE TRIxY CIGARS.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12
SMOKE TRIxY CIGARs.

Plush ALBUss at 75c. and tl.25 ALBUMS a.
lower prices than ever offered at l.. LEwIs's, ola
Main street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1884-12-12

SMOKE TRIxY CIGARs.
New-York tribune., 1884-11-13
M1RRIED

ACKER-BRINKERHoFF-At ST. Thomass Church. Ne
vember II by the Rev William T. Morgan ID d., assisted
by the Rev f. b. Russell OF St PaIrs Church Paterson.
Hon. James j. Brnkerho1 Woodbridge, ". J.
HOPKINSON-DALE-On November H. Calvary
Church Philadelphia by the Rev G. A. Dckcy, ID. d.. I'd
ward Hopknson to Abbe w. daughter OF the late Richard
&. Dale
KEYS-WELLS-On Tuesday evening November II. at st.
ThomasS Church. by the Rev Arthur H. Warner assisted
by the Rev. Dr William I. Morgan William Edgar keyos
and Minnie Lawrence. daughter OF George A. Wells.
KILBRETII-MURPHY-At tho second Presbyterian
Church Nov mber q By the Rev. James Ees ID. d., Mas
Nora NJ, daughter Of Dr. John a. Murphy, and John &.
kilbrcth o. New.York
LOCKWOOD-DIMON-On Tuesday. November II. al tho
residence OF the brides lS9l Masol by tho
Rev. n aacis obdel, d. d.. Jared Lockwood Roslie,
daughter Of Charles L. Dimon, esq.
NORRI Wednes lag. November 10, 1884, at Boon.
ton J.. by the Rey John r. Appleton. Charles A. Norris
TO Frances a, daughter OF the late George NJ Ely.
STOUT-CoMS1OCK-on Tuesday November IL, by the
Rev Samuel II. Appleton ID. d., OF Philadelphia q. Leo
stout to susan E daughter OF the late f. d. Comstock Of
this city.
TREDwELL-ORR-On November 10 1884, at HsAokus,
Nj, by the Rev. Goyn Talmage Wilbur +. Tredwcll and
Alice B Orr.
No cards.
UHLER--CLTNCH-On Tuesday November II. SSt at the
Church OF the Purans by the Rev. DR. Edward L. CLARK,
Ida Cnch daughter OF Frederick Clinch. TO William
=. Uhler, OF this city.
New-York tribune., 1884-11-13
REPUBLICANS AROUSED IN MARYLAND.

Chairman Jones, of the National Republican
Committee, received dispatch from Cumberland, Nd,
iast night, saying: At meeting OF the Repub-
icans of this city tonight the following resolutions were
unanimously adopted:
Whereas, Doubts have arisen TO the result Of the
election held on the 4th instant for Pres ident
ana President of the United Staes owing
certainty OF the vote OF the of and the
suit OF the official count being made In that State,
therefore be it
Resolred BY the Republican voters of the City OF Cum
berand In Inassneeting assembled, that conf
dent that by honest and count OF the votes
poed our candidates have carried that State and
are elected and we earnestly hope and c0nil-
dently expect that such will be the declared result
Resolved. That hereby tender to the National Re-
publican Committee congratulations its expressed
determination to that fair and proper count is
made OF the votes OF that state that to the extent OF
our ability we will support that party and its official
representatives in any effort whatever form may take
to that Justice Is done In the premises and to resist
fraud IN any form that it may be presented
Resatrsd, That we condemn the rOtous proceedings
which have lately taken place I'm Baltimore and else
where by men who claim to be respectable citizens and
who while protesting to have elected their candidates
made the occasion pretext for disorder and attack
upon Government officials and property.
New-York tribune., 1884-11-13
FREDERICK HINMAN HAMLIN.

rrcderlck Hlninan Hamlln, Deputy COmmls-
sioncr of Public Works, died yesterday his home in
the Berkshire fiat, No. 500 Madison-ave On Monday
November g. Mr. Hamlin and Park Commissioner
Crimmins were riding in coupe in Lexington-ave
When near sixy-hfth-st one of the axles
broke. The horse became unmanageable and
ran away and both occupants of the coupe thrown
violently out upon the paw emcnt Mr.. Crimmins
capped with a few slight scratches but Mr.. Hamlin
seriously injured and unable He taken to
the Mount Sinai Hospital Both shoulder joints dislo
Gated and he had several bruises and the
legs After receiving such treatment the urgency Of
the required he taken home Drs. Draper and
Sand were called. His condition did not improve, but
there alarming symptoms perceptble until Mon
day evening, when he had chill followed by
stiffness OF the muscles the neck and ultimately by
tetanus lockjaw. He had paroxysms affecting the
whole body at frequent intervals during which he sur
fcred excrucatng pain. He relieved somewhat by
opates. but the spasms could not be stopped and he
died in parOXysm of unusual severity. DIR. Segun
called In consulting physician yesterday.
Mr. Hamlin born in this City on October 10.
1sis. He a of Erederic v Hamlin old New
York merchant He sent ut early TO the pub
lie schools and graduated with high honors from the
College of the City of New York in the class OF 1868.
After graduating he engaged In the business OF civil
ginccrlng and identified with the construction or
several railroads. In 1870 he appointed Assistant
Engineer IN the Department OF Public Parks and
assisted In laying Morningsde and Riverside Parks
When the construction OF the boulevards in the upper
part Of the city transferred from the Department of
Public Parks to the Department OF Public Works, by an
act of the Legislature passed In 1872 Mr. iamlin
Transferred TO the Department OF Public Works under
Commissioner Van Mort. He continued In this position
until March, 1873 when he appointed Deputy Com
missioner Of Public Works by Commissioner Allan Camp
bell. which position he held at the time of his death
Mr. Hamlin was member OF the University and Man.
haitian Clubs personally popular wherever he was
known and had large circle of friends. who regret his
unmey end. lie was possessed of uncommon ability,
and had future OF exceedingly bright promise before