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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
Death Of a wealthy Man.
lBy telegraph to ,he Dispatcn.l

CHARLESTON. :. C.. October 3l.-Hon.
James Edward Calhoun. Of Abbeyllle, =
cousin aud brother-ln-law OF John c.
Calhoun, died today AGED ninety-throe.
Mr. Calhoun entered the United States
navy in 1916 and resigned m 1888. being
the wealthiest officer in the service. NJ
his death he was the largest landowner in
the State. with homestead of 5000 acres
in rich Savannah lands and 10000 acres ot
mountain lands IN Pickens and ocon %
counties For the lest fifty years he has
led the life Of n hermit, doy0tlng hlmsolt
exclusively 10 the increase of his estate.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
DIR. JOHN G. SHELTON.
SUDDEN DEATH or THIS VENERABLE
PHYSICIAN.
Brief Blogra phicai Sketch Of One of see
Best Citizens Richmond
Ever Had.

DR.. John Clifford Skelton died suddenly
of angina pectoris at his residence. at tho
southeast corner Of Eighth and Franklin
streets. yesterday afternoon about O'Clock.
He had been unwell for several days,
though he complained little. Night before
last he WAS out TO see patient. For sevc-
raj hours yesterday he lay upon q lounge
and spoke Of a pain in bis breast. but no
one of his household suspected that his
life was fast drawing ~ close. II he knew
aught OF il he suppressed the fact in that
unselfshncss of spirit and consideration
for others that was his characteristic
THE DECEASED.
DR.. SHELTON was born in Powhatan coun-
ty April 10. 1915 He passed his early lite
at and near his home, attending the school
OF w. II. HARRISON, If Amelia. He attended
the University Of Virginia, and took his
degree rs doctor of medicine in Philadsl-
phia.
Immediately after receiving his medical
diploma, on the death Of his father he on-
tored upon the active and laboriOus pr ac-
tice OF has calling throughout the counties
of Amelia, Powhatan, and Chesterfield.
AcuIzES OF RICHMOND.
| In 1866 he moved 10 Richmond. and had
Siutc Ills IifNtu'f h'iN A''tt '|hhN.H - ~
every respect one of the highest Of his pro-
fession. But great ~ was his skill, lars o
and accurate bis experience. clear. true.
and profound bis diagnosis, square and
honest his judgment. ample, wise, and
ready his resources. all were secondary to
his excellence as a man. The practice or
his profession was bgt his way Ot life, the
heayen-appointed course along which the
beautiful virtues ard graces OF hls honolf'-
Bile soul were % manifest themselves.
CHARACTERISTICS.
Inhnching courage fortitude. pru-
dence. discretion. gentle svmpathy for all in
suffering. and tender affection COR those
dearest 90 him. with kind courtesy for all.
were his leading characteristics. Tho
truest and fullest description of him would
be his highest praise and honor.
FAMILY.
! DR.. Skclton had been twice married and
had been widOwcr for many Years. Ion
children survive him Mrs. John J.; VIII
lams. Mrs &. Il. Mckcigh. Nrs. +. n.
Jones (of Raleigh. Mrs. Z. H. Baskerville,
Ennion W. SkDl,on lot san trancisco).
John c., ". ,of Florence, Aa.l aDd
Julian r. SHELTON. and two unmarried
daughters
The funeral will take place from Monu-
mental church tomorrow afternoon at .
o'clock.
MEDICAL anLrN0.
The Richmond Medical and Surgical So
ciety will meet at Schiller hall a. O'Clock
tonight 20 take action I'm regard to Dr.
Skeletons death. The profession at largo
are invited TO he present.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
One More Duty Before Election.

Democratic householders. you owe one
more duty TO your State and family before
November 9Th.
Each and every one should examine close
" the list of new colored voters IN your
precinct and see what negroes are register
cd rs living on yOur premises.
Ii there are any who have not legal resi-
dence there stop them from voting by re-
porting their names to headquarters or to
the registrar Of the precinct.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

While we have bought the Richmond
Cream. Butter and Milk Company. No. 3
west Broad street, and shall continue 10
supply their patrons with Milk, served in
glass jars. we shall supply our old patrons
from our wagons. direct from farm and
cans. unless they desire TO try the glass
jar plan. Our price in either case will be
seven cents per quart and twenty-five
cents per gallon. We shall keep irst-class
Butter, and sell az lowest market price.
BLANTON 4 Scorr.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
Election Bets.

There have been fewer bets on this cleo
ti0n than upon any state election for TWEEN
tv years. The reason is that the Republic
cans will not put up their money. They
can get odds Of two to one, but they don't
want 10 risk the one.
They can get bond-fde offers that Mckin-
ney Will beat Malone by 10000 votes. but
except in a few instances and for small
sums Republicans are unwilling to stake
their cash on the little boss's ability to do
IL utnll as thia
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
a Son wanted nt Iii. Mothers Funeral.
Major Poe. Chief Of Police, yesterday re-
cciycl the following:

cclNcI ti" lOuoWlHE:
NEW YORK CITY. October 30, 1859.
Dear Sir.-My mother died Mt her old
home. Anac0stia, ID. c.. an immediate SUI
buib OF Washington, on Tuesday, 22d IN
stsnt. and | have wired throughout Vir-
cinia. West Virginia. Maryland, North and
south Carolina. and Georgia for my
brother. Jacob Nofekv $50 he signs himselD.
Ihe reply TO all was: Can't be found >
Party Is now located in Richmond. wired
20 all important towns IN Virginia but
~ lmond; have since done so. but to no
effect.
Gould I prevail upon your generosity,
kind sir. TO make inquiries Of him in your
CITY. so tnat he can see his mothers face
before her final iuterment? My sisterand
Z DELAYED the ob-eguies two days In the
hope of his coming; but no brother came.
II YOU could assist me- sir. you would help
T. comply with diving mothers wish.
Trusting. sir, you may assist me IN dis
covertu, my brothers. whereabouts, | am
yours very respectfully,
/. y. JEsUNOTEEY,
AS west Fifty-seventh street,
New IO-k city.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
CITY CIrcuit Court.

In tho case OF J. q. Dickinson rs. G. W.
Saunders the jury returned a verdict in
favor Of the plaintiff for $3.50. A motion to
set aside the verdict was Oycrruled and
Judgment was entered for the amount
naued.
A. Cohen & Co. cs. The Richmond aud
Danyille Railroad Company. Judgment
awarded the plaintiffs for 5000.
Messr3. Frank f. Sutton and l.. I. Chris
tian were appointed trustees of Joppa
Lodge, No. 40, A. +. d \. NJ, 10 fill yacan-
cies
The Rvther Manufacturing COmpany in
stituted suit against George l.. Westman
for $500.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
The Fair at the Armory.

There was a large crowd in attendance
last night. The ballot was closed on the
gold.headed umbrella, Mr.. William Ryan
being the successful candidate. The con-
test forthering was also closed: Miss Mary
Epps received ISL votes to l42 for Miss Flo;
renee Cottrell. The ballot for the pyx Will
close tomorrow night.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
AUCTION sALns rnIs DAY.

T. THOMPSON BROWN & co., 40 p. W., two
two--iory brick dwellings OF nor;h kgh-
tpenih street noar Clay.
MANNING {. STAPLES & CO.. tP. ", trustees'
sale of building lo's ou north limo ~ Brook
land street near city limits.
JAMES b. ELAN, I aud =. ". property be-
longing 10 fhe estate of the iafo a. .. ho-
o-risou on Bake, GO'liin. anl Aoane streets.
HUDSON 4 CO., p. f.. apples aud tsnanaa
WILLIAM AMJENKISs & sos, l22l p. ", grapes,
banana. lemons, apples, aud pears.
). II. VALENTINE, pictures, stoves, peds'esds,
pistols, 80.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

Mr.. ]. r. Hooper, superintendent of Hol-
lywood cemetery. yesterday morning
Killed a wild boar on the Clark spring pro-
The animal had been depredating on the
grounds in and around Hollywood for over
a wear. Wednesday three or four gentle
men came across him and he showed hght.
One of the party fired his revolver, the
ban entering the side of the animal,
causing him to run back to the river
marshes. =,
The boar weighed over 2CO pounds. Mr..
Hooper shot him three times with buck
shot
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
Police-Conrt statistics.

During the past month the Police Justice
disposed of l66 criminal cases and tried go
charges of ordinance violations. On crimi-
nal charges 35 persons were sent on TO the
Hastings Court for indictment by the
grand jury, "a were convicted of Imisde-
meanor. and 16 were sent TO jail IN default
of surety for their good behavior. Fines
collected-city, Ss57.75; State, S5S; costs,
Slg3.55: total. 81 .l09.30.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
The Great Success

Of the genuine imported Johann Hof's
Malt Extract rs atomic nutritive has caused
a crowd Of fraudulent imitators to come
into the market. Beware of them The
genuine has the signature Of Johann
HoGp on the neck of every bottle. Eisner
4 Mendelson Co., sole agents, Barclay
street. New York.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

the ceremony. After the marriage Mr..
Ellis entertained the members Of the COM
pany and q few friends at Antoni's.
Mr. Ellis is young man of fine parts
aud. is deservedly prominent in his chosen
pf5session. He has made many friends in
Richmond during his brief stay here, and
when he and his pretty young wife come
here again they viii have a warm well
coma
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
,tarr,aee ofan Opera sIanager.

Shortly after the performance at the
Theatre last night, at the residence OF
Rev. s. s. lambeth, Mr.. Sam. Ellis. bus-
ness manager of the MacCollin company,
was married to Miss Rilla Martin, one Of
the members Of the company. Quite q
number OF friends were present to witness
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
Chancery Court Matters.

Peter Stumpf qualified in the Chancery
Court Yesterday as administrator of the
estate of George Stumpf. The estate IS
valued ut $4,000
Thomas Boiling qualified as administra-
tor. with the will annexed, Of Patrick
Henry Aylett.
Three hundred and fOrty-fve deeds
were recorded in the clerks office during
the month Of October.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
The Theatre and Academy Tonight.

The Theatre: MacCollin Opera Company
In the Kings Musketeers.
Academy: Maggie Mitchell. the great
comediene, as FGnchon the Cricket.
Next week. for four nights, the Union
Square Theatre Company VIII appear IN
A Possible Case.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
MANDAsfUs WANTED.

II has been rumored for several days that
Judge Bond may yet have hand in the
matter. The idea seems preposteroGs.
Probably 10 is put forth for effect.
The Judse is not in Richmond, but the
Republican leaders have been, and. are
perhaps now. i'm communication with him.
Bold as Bond is it IL not in his power to
bolster up Mahone's crumbling cause,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
Paor Electric Lights.

The incandescent lights have been dis
tinguishing themselves by affording very
poor service of late. They are worse at
the very hours when most people desire TO
make use OF them-Viz., between 5 and 7
O'clock
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

A reportorial error in yesterdays paper
substituted another name for Mr.. Hartley's
az president Of the Fulton Democratic
Club.
Mr. Hartley called the meeting TO order
and introduced Mayor Ellyson as chair
man.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
- 'Crab-Apple Cider"

Have you tried that famous Kentucky
Crab-Apple Cider? Now receiving the new
crop. The purest and finest ever offered
in this market at GEORGE ScHGNs.
Eleventh and Main streets and 525 Broad
street
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
p.nor, of the JAIN Commissioners

The Jail Commissioners yesterday filed
with the Clerk of the Hastings Court their
report as TO the condition of the city jail.
They find that many improvements have
been made in the prison; but think others
are desirable, and they make recommenda-
tions in relation thereto.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
II Was Accidental.

A further examination was held in the
Police Court Yesterday morning in the con-
tinued case Of Crenshaw Currie, the seven
teen.year-old youth charged with shooting
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
Charli. Gnadin Better.

Mr. Charles w. Goddin. clerk Of the
Chancery Court, is improving rapidly.
Yesterday he was we'll enough TO SIT up,
and will be at his Office in few days.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

our Richmond people can te'tiiy % rho woniers
ful merits II Dr. Kings Royal CermetelL
OHESs .E MINOR DRUG COMPANY,
Ntale Agnnts-
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

No person ever heard oi az accident resulting
from tho uss of PEArT's ASTRAL on. ani no ons
can produce sample Of tho gcnuine Oh that
will no, ciyo tho clearesL soliest. anl most
steady light that 10 possible 70 10 ob.ainei frofi
an artificial snur,e.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
Mckinney Badges.

Clubs or others desiring Mckinney
Badges can procure them OF Ezekiel.
Printer, 1877 east Main street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

Businessmen and merchants of Man
chester, go TO Gibhs's Hall tonight at J
o'clock to hear General Malone.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
WATER COMMITTEE.

Last night commissioners Frisch::
korn, Randolph, and Taylor, and Chief
Fuller. of the Fire Department, appeared
before the Committee on Water and ex-
plained the difficulties in obtaining water
10 extinguish fires in the district between
the basin and the river and Ninth and
Twelfth streets. They asked the commit
fee TO take the matter under consideration
and furnish a better water supply III the
district referred 10.
The commissioners were assured that the
matter would receive attention.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
TILL USE OF THE ARMORY.
A Question Between Pastor and Com
mittee.

Rev. 2. D. Lewis. pastor of the Second
(coiored) BAPTIST church, Yesterday came
to the Dispatch office and stated that no one
was authorized TO apply TO the City Corn-
ell Committee on Grounds and Buildings
in the name of his church for the use of
the First Regiment ArmOry for the pur-
pose of holding a fair. They don't pro-
pose to hold any fair, and never author
lied any one to apply for the Armory for
than said he
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

we dollver In any part of tho city that celebrated
Natures cure Tor Dyspepsia. Chase city Liitds
Water for q cenis q gallon.
OwENs s. MINOa Dgr1 COMPANY,
opposite Poat-Once.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

TO insure hoarly appetite and Increased d.
gestion tako siinmou- Liver Regulator.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
Presidential appointment.

WAsH1xGroN. October 3l.-lhe President
has appointed William H. Sheppard. OF
Florida. To be collector of customs for the
district of ApalncLcoll. Fla.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
RICHMOND R0USING.
FINE MEETING UNDER THE AUSPICES
OF THE POWAATAN CLUB.
Stirring Speeches from 3Iessrs Charles T.
OF erran. Francis Il. Lassitor, and
James I. Gordon.

-, r-t,.,. Iu.,I.
undrr tnc auspices OF Nur i""H"Nah Nlu"'
7.e club lal committee OF about
....s ... .,,.,,,lo-. 20 eeat tho poonle
'N...f ~
lrI tha building was soon crowded.
.l. ...os tl..,. ,,,s1o or esardino room
~ ,. ..-.,.,,,,l., .obo,, ltc-.
ana "H ca DIT wa. t-H'"ftf 90 -
were d. hi}. in iu' mouse. tlh' ITS ht.'o
ff fhp doors and only men were allowed 70
pass ia. A number Of ladies occupied the
i.x--0nts DiAcr- ~ the FAIR scx came az
' ' rI' -.
''"''''''" '' '''
ON IHf sThtl.
p.v 1l,lf.os. ~ Tertriri u u arrived
.,.~,.'~ H., & ,,,i..,t o,,l ,,as CON
cnrfrl 90 "a seat Ou The stage by Captain
I.rUL Cun..rrlAm. 0ne of the Committee
e. Afr.rrDplrnf.. TIE Doctor was heartily
.rtIa.I..l r. li4 fwfiiar hgurc was seen.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

DR.. Hcnley's Celory, Beef, and Iron IL tho 49,
sonce Of nerve. strength, AMI sine6. sold oy
druggists
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

PosD's EXTRACT gives immediate relief
from pain. Its reputation aud sale extend
everywhere.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

Turn out, workingmen of Manchester
and hear General Malone, at Gibos's Hall
tonight at O'Clock.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

A certain core f1r malaral foyers Is found In
Simmons Liver Regulate.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

General Malone will address the voters
OF Manchester. al Gibbs's Hall. corner Fiji
teeuth and Hull streets, tonight at 8
o'clock
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

Mr.. Gordon, in concluding, warned his
hearers 10 be sure that eyerything IS All
right tor election-day; and he hoped they
s,.1nid lilo the negro convert wanted 20
10 90 10 tbe polls, snorting and cavort-
mo 6 In the assurance that they are on the
RIGHT road to success.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
Acnrzrx OF nrcHNoNp.

Unhinching courage fortitude. pru-
dence. discretion. gentle svmpathy for all in
suffering. and tender affection f0r those
dearest 10 him. with kind courtesy for all.
were his leading characteristics. Tho
truest and fullest description of him would
be his highest praise and honor.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

pre- 5cribe TiVm,acr Bromiuo Arse1ic" water
with the bost result-
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
'ToTHFR SIDE.

A reporter Of the Dispdich at once went
TO the Office Of the City Engineer and there
examined the petition, which reads as fol
lows:
To hr. G. l. Philips, Chairman, etc.:
We. the undersigned, representing tho
CONGREGATION of the Second Baptist church
(colored). most respectfully. petition the
use II Armory Hall, corner of Seventh and
Marshall streets, for the purpose of hold
ing fair and festival for one week, COM
mencing Monday the 18th day Of Novem-
ber aud ending the 23d day Of said month,
1899
If this petition is granted. as we sin
cerelv hope it may be, we pledge our best
efforts toward safety to the building and
the property therein.
Committee: p. c. Willis (chairman), J0i
east Grace, 4. n. Brown, W. L. Jones, IL.
g. Winston. and A. c. Davis.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

The Colonel closed 10y urging all to remember
fhe words Of Lee. " Duty IS the sublmest NoFd
m our language aud ~ IA tribute 10 virginia
ulustrfous dead, who took "duty rs theI ais
manic word ho referred 10 our ticket IT. glow
f,g terms. and SPOKE OF Captain Mckinney as %
man whose mama was tho worry synonym or tcuo
Nireinianism-as soldier In war, statesman
in peace, patriot always
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
ANOTHER TOMORROW.

The Democrats of the upper portion of
Chesterfield viii have q Brunswick stew
and barbecue tomorrow at Dry bridge,
about sixteen miles up the Richmond and
Danyille railroad. Mr.. Samuel a. Page -
ton of the fac: is sufficient guarantee that
all who are present will be sumptuOusly
dined.
The speakers who have promised to be
present are Hon. GEORGE d. Wise. Colonel
Tazewell Elicit, II. NJ. Smith, Jr., and
Meade Haskins, Esq. The train will leave
Richmond at 6:2O and Manchester OF G.25
tomorrow morning, returning the same
evening. Let every white man come, y
saw the committee in their hand-bill, and
this is meant for the Democrats of Rich
mond and Manchester as well as those Of
the county
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
CITY Council Committees.

The COMMITTEES on st. Johns Burying-
Ground met at ESQ o'clock yesterday eve
ming and disposed Of routine business.
Permission was granted Mr.. John Il.
Easton 10 move the remains OF ms ances-
tors whose bodies were buried in the ceme-
tery. This was asked because the graves
have been interfered with by some recent
chnunes made 10 the cemetery- -grOunds.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

Every day gives you better experiences OF
"THE 30 TON"
We are selling our BOYS CLOTHING every
day as usual The best lnducement We can oner
you is that cur suits wear better and hat youli
sayo money IN buying taem. ioa eau buy gro
ccries or put In tho bank lhe morey yoa ssVo.
It's no business Of ours
Our CLOTHING "a well made and the colors
fast IL Is such cloihing as stands either sort OF
thunder -gusi-that Of the skies or that of ths
shops.
Why shouldn't q, whom Il f. handsome In the
Designs, superior 10 the making. and gestlng
better and better known every day for is good
quality and fair prices,
These are sterling iioms, and mothers are nos
easily run away Win In SEEKING tho worth OF
their money.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

The Colonel discussed the eNtrayagent
pension policy Of the Republican party,
and showed that the Republicans in par
suing IL make the abolition Of any part OF
the internal revenue impossible. lie de-
scribed in detail the acts OIL the Demo-
cratic Administration by which Just racog-
milton was given TO southern talent and
southern worth. aud contrasted tho Demo-
cratic policy in this respect with the bar
rem and discriminating policy Of the Be-
publicans. lApplausc.l
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

Durine the earlier part OF the evening
,he a,enine 10 the confectionery store IN
tba Opera- House building was ignited
from fireworks. Several policemen ana
Mr. Jennings. Of Truck Company. NO. !.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
HARD oS BILLY.
soM or THE scHr1us.

The speaker then recalled aud dissected
the sweeping measures Malone had
planned and which were Only defeated by
the secession of the Big -Four lie re-
counted the several losses to the State
through Auditor Aliens fayori,ism, the
reckless career of the Board OF Public
Works. and the prohigate squandcrng of
the public money IL bank OF State dopo-
cit
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
BAEBFCUEs TO-DAY.

The Democrats of Chesterfield viii have
a Grand barbecue to-day at Wesley Chapel,
about seven miles this side of Petersburg.
j. Randolph Tucker. Jr., K. l.. Montague,
and Samuel NJ. Page. of Richmond, and !.
NJ. Mullen, of Petersburg, are booked TO
speak.
While the Democrats are holding forth
at Wesley chapel. the Republicans Will
have a similar meeting Mt Cottrclps Grove,
which is about two miles nearer Peters
burg. Major Joseph Walker, l.. ". Harri-
son. the negro who is running on the ticket
with Major Walker, and several others Will
probably speak.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01

On tho night Of the 4th OF November I.'
tbof rrecediug the election, every NIr-
e;nian away from home should turn his
fare towards his native State aud offer mp u
iervent prayer: God save old Virginia
Mr.. Gordon said he had heard several
davs AGO of a col0red minister who, IN Of
fering up n PRAYER, thanked God Tor slylng
them Marse Billy Malone, VINO, th0ugn no
had a white face, had the blacklist heart no
had ever seen.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-11-01
A BOUQUET.

Mr.. Gordon's splendid effort completely
capt.yated his audience and brought iortn
round after round of applause. one OK
the ladies who sat in the left hand pros :
nium-box gracefully threw tnv O,n,Us S,,os
a beautiful bunch Of chrysanthehunis
,rhen the speaker concluded.