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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
COLONEL Won BORCKE.
His Sword Hanging In the State Library
at the Capitol.

at The Capitol.
on the north side Of the State library, and
near the main entrance to the rotunda OF
the Capitol hangs the sword Of Colonel
Heros Won Borcke, Colonel Won Borcke, is
a Prussian nObleman, and during the late
war between the states he became moved
by the struggles of the South for indepen-
dence, and left his native land IN
1862. during the hottest Of the war, came to
Virginia and offered his services to the COM
manding general OF the Confederate army.
They were accepted, and he was assigned to
the position Of colonel on the stall OF Cen
eral j. T.. Il. Stuart. Colonel Won boreke
proved himself "A gallant soldier, but
after a wears service in the Confederate
army he was seriously wounded
In the fight at Brandy station.
As soon as his condition would permit, Col,
onel Van Borck returned to PRUSSIA, anu
after the conclusion OF the war ne wrote
short history OF that conflict, wnlcn Was
published simultaneously IN the blackWoou
Magazine OF England, and was afterwards
put in book form.
About four years ago Colonel Won Borcke
revisited the United States. a. nj on Ms re-
turn wrote an account OF his irip' WhiVn
was condensed into an append, &c " W.
book. This was written in Germal "a Po'.
tion OF which was translated by Mr.. "aln
Poindexter, the State librarian, and p"g9
lishcd in one of the Richmond papers. :,
was during the last visit to Virginia III y
Caldwell won Borckc discovered his OF.
sword, which he was bravely welding ut
the time he was wounded. lie then pre-
sented II 10 the state when II
was hung up in the state !,
about five feet long, very heavy, and only
bcars tue name and rank Of t,Ae brave soldier
who 50 wcrthily bore itdur are that momen'
tOus conflict.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
GENERAL NOTES.
Houses Trimmed-The Commers at san
ger Hall.

With only few exceptions every Ger
man house in the city was decorated yes
terday. though the decorations were not
confined to the Germans alone. On Broad
street from First to Ninth half the places OF
business were decorated with bunting,
hags and cOlOrs. Some of these were MIL
Ter .S Rhoads, Cohen Company. julius
Never X sons. and Iimmerman's Hotel.
Sanger Halle was beautifully decorated.
The front was almost completely covered
by bunting and flags, while flung over the
sidewalk the American and German noated
in the air with serenity and silent patriot
ism.
Alter the torchlight procession a NUMBER
of Germans went TO Sanger Hall ana held
"commers." This is an old German ies-
tiyal, at which beer is drank and sand
wiches eaten. Speeches were delivered 10y
Hon. J. Taylor Ellyson, Messrs. Hermann
Schmidt. \. II. Raynall, Alfred Won y,
R0senegh, II. &. Miller, and Wallerstein. n
pleasant time was spent. and the occasion
will be lOng-remembered one.
Not since the Exposition has the build
ings at that place presented such beautiful
scenes as Yesterday. Grandftthers and
fathers, grandmOthers and mothers. sons
and daughters, youths and maldens, all
were present, eating and drinking, and their
Joyous laughter, merry eyes, and happy
faces, testified in a positive way their en-
jOyment and their pleasure,
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
CHilDREN'S GAMES.
Fun with Chickens, Merry y-Go-Roundss
and tho switchbacL.

From sentimental point Of view the
games provided for the children was a
pretty idea. The little ones never spent a
more pleasant day. As they entered the
gates they received four tickets-twO to the
switchback and two to the hObbyhOrses.
These they made rush 10 use. and what
fun they had. After the shower the whole
grounds were populated by the small boy
and small girl. and throughout the day
fun was piled on top Of fun. About O'Clock
one of the young men dressed as "a clown.
with a mask and high ounces cap, paraded
through the grounds on horse. His horse
was led by two assistants, while he threw
10 the children handfuls of peanuts. lie
distributed two large sacks before he lln-
ished.
Later in the afternoon two coops Of
chickens were given assay. They were
allowed to fly out Of the cOops. and the
small boys chased them until they were
caught. Many people wondered where the
small boys had gotten the chickens, but
upon inquiry the rather new game was told.
Ii was rather profitable game for the boy
who caught the chicken, and the fun lot
Of boys can have chasing chicken is indie
scribable.
The switchback and merry-go-round-
were crowded. Nothing had 10 be paid for,
and at all the places there was a commit
tee to see that none Of the children were
hurt,
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
THE TORCHES.
A Great Procession with Several Bands
of Music.

About ! O'Clock the torchlight procession
began to move from the Exposition Grounds,
and at the same time the sidewalks along
the route Of the procession began to ill with
people. On Broad from Ninth to Sixth on
both sides the street for half hour before
the procession passed was iammed with
people. IL was with great difficulty
that persons could get either one way or the
other. On all the side streets at that point
the same crowding could be seen, Seventh
street at one time being literally packed
with human beings.
The line OF TIA rch OF the procession from
the Exposition Grounds was down Broad
street TO seyenth. thence to Marshall. thence
10 Ninth. down Ninth 10 the main gate OF
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
MANCHESTER MATTERS.
IieEls from tho CITY ON the other Side
of the Bridge.

The first pastor Of the Manchester Pres
hyterian church was the Rev. William A.
Campbell, who will preach the installation
sermon Of Rev. Mr.. Van IlOuten next sun
day.
cards are out for the marriage Of Mr..
Moody 10 Miss Olive Robinson, on October
lith. at Bdinbridgc-stre Baptist church.
nr. Moody is e. apf oi.'gAT. y. Lawrence
Moody, of the Dunlap mills, and Miss-itBs-
insou Is a daughter of Mr.. W. l.. Robinson,
Of the Old Dominion cotton mills.
Master Allen MOrrissett, who has been
very ill, is now considered out Of danger.
Robert Chcatham was fined 81 in the
Mayors Court yesterday for ordinance vlo-
lation. and -. Baker was fined 81 for mis-
dcmeanOr.
The public school at Swansb0r0 was or
gAnized Yesterday The school is in charge
~ Dir. 4. l.. Moore.
The funeral Of Miss Lula BelchCr took
place yesterday afternoon at 3:3O O'Clock
from the residence Of her parents, corner OF
Eighteenth and Everett streets.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
PRINCIPAL BowLeS RESIGNED.
lie is Going to Live in Basic city Ansr
Awhile.

Mr.. William A. Bowles, principal Of the
High school, rendered bis resignation yes
terday as such to superintendent Richard
X. Fox. Mr.. Bowles has made an excellent
public school Official. and his resignation -
sorely regretted by the patrons OF the Ill n
school, AS we'll as the pupils.
About four years ago Mr.. Bowles was
elected principal Of the Leigh-,lreet school,
which position be filed until about eight
months ago, when be was elected principal
VI the High school.
Mr. BOwlcs has been selected by a
Basic City land company 10 take charge OF
their property. which he has accepted, aad
will make Basic City his future home.
Mr.. Bowles' resignation viii not take ef-
feet on any special date. but no VIII MI Tue
position until the Board can meet and select
his successor. IL is probable that the school
Board will hold meeting Tor that purpose
| in a few DAYS.
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THE EXERCISES.
The President of the Gesangvercin Wei
comes the Crowd.

At II o'clock the exercises were COM
menced, by an overture played by all OF the
Richmond bands. The number was lhe
overture from "Der Frieschurtz," and was
heartily applauded by the thousands pres
ent.
As soon as this concluded, Mr.. ). j. spil-
ling, president Of the Gesangyerien Nlr-
gnla, and one OF the yice-presidents OF The
celebration, opened the exercises. win The
exception OF senator i.ovenstcin's address
the speaking and singing were in Ger
man. Mr. splling stated that he was
very glad 10 welcome such large
crowd. and that by their presence
they testified that every German wanted 10
make the celebration success. That they
had started on the festival cnly u few weeks
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the honor YOU have conferred upon me. II
is "A pleasure for me To be here, and the oc
casion should be remembered by all present
As the republic grows older in years
these pleasant occasions Will De .
source of pleasant remembrance to
many, and the celebration OF the land.
ing Of the first Germans Will tend
10 keep the German citizen loyal and
patriotic TO his adopted country. Al this
time you feel no honor half 80 great as that
you are an American citizen-a citizen OF
America. made ZIP from all nations-and |
rejoice with you that the American repub-
lie can shed her protection over all nation
aities, and may God ever bless our German
fcllOw-ctiZcns.'
The band again played, during which
yOciferOus cheer was given Tor G0vernor
Mckinney and Mayor Ellyson. II was
then stated by Mr.. Miller that the invited
guests present at the celebration should be
CONVEYED by the Reception Committee to
the old main hall of the Fair buildings.
To some other national airs the Genera
Committee and the invited guests walked IN
squads to the old main hall. Ascending
the steps and passing through the doers,
which were beautifully draped by immense
German and American flags, pretty sighf
presented itself I
The TABLES.
The tables formed Maltese cross, while
overhead flags and bunting were hung in
great prOfusiOn. On the tables the sight
was bewildering. Niands of all kinds
stood in tempting array, garnished with
flowers and fruits. Salads stood next cold
meats; pickles next fruits; cakes beside
vegetables. In other words, all kinds OF
dishes that can be served to adj
vantage cold could be seen. and they
were put upon the table in a pleasing way
seldom seen. Added 10 the yiands, could be
had whiskey punch. sherry, and beer.
About i've hundred people were fed, and IL
was one Of the most pleasant episodes Of
the dav. FOrmalty and restraint was In n
measure thrown aside. and Englishmen and
German alike ate. The committee did all
possible TO make their guests enjoy them
selves. and none came away without the
feeling firmly implanted within them thatfor
cordiality, sOciability. and good fellowship.
the Germans are even equal TO the far famed
hospitality of Virginia. The guests in
cluded members Of the bar. Judges, council
men. city officials, and many prominent
citizens
This banquet ended for the daytime the
fOrma,ities. As soon as every one finished
they were taken IN charge 10y the General
Committee land spent their time a they
wished. Some prominent officials were
even seen 10 ride on the switchback, while
others brushed up their long slumber0us
German and held tete-a-tete conversation
with some Marguerite orGretchen.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
AN EARLY GERMAN IN VIRGINIA
How John Lederer Assisted I'm the Dis
royeries of the Valley.

fOftftes cf tnt ftlitN.
The introduction by Governor SpOlswo0d
Of the Germans into Virginia is generally
regarded as the first settlement of this race
in the colony. But a German name is as
sOciated with the earlier history OF the colo
ny. Many attempts were made during
the seventeenth century 10 pierce
the mystery Of the country concealed from
Virginia by the Blue Ridge. Old Governor
Berkeley made two unsuccessful attempts,
but from l649 to 1859 the turmoil in the
mother country. reelected in Virginia, put "A
stop to such adventures.
John Iederer, German. encouraged
by trip made by him in 1869 from the head
Of York river. started from James river on
May -, 1870. on a journey towards the
mountains. His companions, MAJOR llar-
ris, twenty white men and five Indians,
when they had Travelled two weeks in a
sOuthwesterly direction declined, TO pro-
ceed further. But Lederer, IN spite OF
their desertion. pushed forward, in company
with Susquehanna Indian, and, on June
26th reaching point near the present bOun-
Diary line OF South Carolina and Georgia,
returned to Nir. inia. Though "A German
by birth, lederer seems 10 have come from
Maryland 10 Virginia, for petition pre-
sented TO the General Assembly of Mary
land, a year later, stated that he had
lived in Calvert county tor a long time,
having come into the colony upon
the strength of Lord Baltm0re's declara-
tiOn in favor OF foreigners in l649. sir VIII
liam Talbot. secretary OF the colony, after
ward published in London translation of
Lederer's account OF his trip. Had Cover
nor Berkeley shown some appreciation ol
Lederer's attempts he might have retained
the services OF IN explorer and antedated
the discovery OF the Valley generation.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
GERMAN-DAY ELSEWHERE.
Enthusiastically Celebrated In Kansas
City-Grand Parade, &c.

Enthusiastically Celebrated In Kansas
Citv-Grand Parade, &c.
KANSAS CITY, Mo-, Oct. G.-t'erman-Day
was celebrated here to-day by the Germans
of this city. The parade, which was the
feature Of the celebration, consisted Of va
rious civic and military organizations, dis
tinguished citizens IN carriages ana
floats. representatives of various historic
incidents in which the Germans took active
mart, The celebration was continued al
the Exposition building this evening, where
addresses were delivered in German and
French.
THE DAY IN READING.
READING, PA, Oct. 6.-Large numbers OF
citizens Of German descent celebrated the
two hundred and seventh anniversary o: the
landing of Pastorius with banquet this
evening. William R0senlhai, judges III
mentrOut and Endlich, Congressman
Brumm, and others made speeches.
THE CELEBRATION IN DETROIT.
German-Day was celebrated by series
of demonstrations, the leading feature ol
which was parade participated in by
about q, 900 German Americans. The pro.
cession was long and included large mum
n IT OF tableaux on wheels depicting scenes
IN German life and events in American his
tory..
IN BALTIMORE.
Rur, MORE, Nd, Oct. 6.-German-Day
i, hnnnr 4 the arrival Of the ia 1t Germa,
c.Iony In j, ,nerica, was generally observes
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
BON FIRE AND FIRE WORKS

The German population of Richmond had
a glorious day yesterday, and for months to
come the people will think with pleasure Of
the first grand celebration OF the first settle
ment Of Germans in America.
The entire affair was grand success.
Each feature Of it was triumph. Every
body who participated in the festivities en-.
ioyed themselves. The hes, Di order pre-
vailed, and good hdmor and good feeling
flowed freely.
The first event Of the day was the parade
Of young Germans in the morning. Then
| the iolks-fest at the Exposition Grounds BE
gan aud lasted until about dark. The for
mai ceremonies speeches, PRAYERS. and
sOngs-tOOk place in the afternoon. At
night there was a torchlight procession.
and The celebration practically closed ON
Broad street amid the firing OF hundreds Of
rockets, the burning Of calcium lights, the
playing Of bands and the singing of Ameri-
can ahd German anthems, the presence Of
more than ten thousand people. Later "A
commers was held at sanger Halle and "A
few speeches were made.
PREPARATIONS.
The preparations for the celebration
had been protesting for more than
two months, but no one who
attended the first meeting that inau,
gurated the celebration thought for one
moment that celebration like the one seen
yesterday would Dec the result; no one, not
even German, thought that such success
would be achieved; but they all started i'm
with indomitable pluck, and by word, deed.
pecuniary and other assistance. succeeded.
and they are happy.
FATHER AND son.
1t delighted the father Yesterday, % with
martial tread he saw his son march i'm
the parade in the morning No less
sweet was II when at the Exposition
Grounds he heard the OratiOns of the dav.
saw his wife and daughter enjoying them
selves, his children in gleesOme ccstaCy play.
ing about the grounds, the brilliant con-
verse heard at the banquet, the place he
held in the tOrcblight procession, the sing
ing by the multitude, and the festival at the
end.
All was sweet, all was dear 10 him. and
early this morning he returned to his home
with thoughts of the dear land across the
water, the patriotism Of an American citi-
zen, aud with a firm conviction that the
"Deutscher Tag was "a series of brillancies
OF which he himself hardly believed his
brOther-citizen capable.
SURPRISE TO HIM.
Ii has been a surprise to him. Even in
his widest anticipatiOns he had not thought
that there would be such an OutpOurng of
people. such a cordiality and good fellow
ship, such eloquent speeches, spirited songs,
and excellent music.
He had participated in the Yorktown
Centennial celebration, was an aide in the
Stueben festival, and had taken part in all
of the festivals and celebrations that the
Germans have given for the past twenty
five years, but yesterday "was the finest Of
them ALL"
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
Omcial Visitation.

The Grand Chancellor OF the knights OF
Pythias Of this State. Leonard Marbury, is
on AN Official visit 70 this city. II is his
purpose, as his predecessors have DONE 10
visit all the lodge, in his jurisdiction dur
ing his term Of Office as Grand Chancellor.
lle would have been here earlier but sick
uess prevented him from doing 30. Mr.
Marbury is Commonwealth Attorney for
.lle city oi AleNandrla. Va.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
A Cement Contract

The Council Committee on Grounds and
Buildings met last night The contract for
cement for the City Hall was awarded to
K0Dert Wendenburg. II was decided 10
advertise for contracts for copper 70 be
used ON the new City Hall roof.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
.HnggY Smashed.

A horse and buggy belonging TO I. +.
Minor * Co. was left standing yesterday
morning on sixth street. The horse be-
came frightened and dashed down the
street at full speed. At the corner Of sixth
and Marshall the buggy struck an electric
light pole and was smashed 10 pieces The
horse was unhurt.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07

Judge Robert W. Hughes, OF the United
states Court, returned 10 the city yestsr-
day morning from his home In Abingdon:
The grand Jury OF the United States Court
will inject to-asy, aea tomorrow the petit
iury will meet.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
The Republicans.

II is expected that the Republican Dis
trlct Committee will meet again today 10
look into the Congressional candidate
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
Methodist singers.

There is meeting held every Saturday
night in the Br0ad-Street Methodist church,
composed Of >unday-schoOl scholars, for
the purpose Of improving the singing Of the
church aud school. These meetings are
we'll attended, aud the music is excellent.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
Circuit Court.

Two suits were instituted yesterday in the
City Circuit Court as follows: RACHEL
Wofsheimer against +. fiyel. Damages
in the sum Of $500. samuel White against
+. FiNel. Damages 500.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
A Handsome Portrait.

A handsome portrait of Mrs. stephen
putney was on exhibition yesterday al
West, Johnston 4 Co.'s. II II by Carol, o
Geor sia, an excellent likeness, and wa'
greatly admired by many visitors.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07

Robert l.. Brough qualified yesterday in
the Henric0 County Circuit Court as execu-
tor oithe estate Of Lucy A. Brough. lie
gAAe bond In the sum Of 81. 900.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
p,...., lor ,h. superIntsnisnt.

The officers and teachers OF the public
schools OF tie city are making arran 90
mepts 10 ~ Mt Hon. John 4. Nasse, aud
his bride with a handsome bridal pfss'ut
when they fetl,ru from their honey moon.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
Imn,oyed .Orde,. u.,,..ond.,

Richmond COnclaye, No. l62. OF this large
endowment organization, will hold their
regular meeting at schiller Hall tonight,
when the Supreme District Deputy and
other supreme officers Of the order will ad.
dTess them.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
Paw For Teachers.

Two apportionmenis have recently been
made by the State Board OF Education-one
of yl9j. 900 and the other OF S6oI,0oO. These
are 10 be used for the payment OF teachers.
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YOUNG MEMS PARADE.
Splendid BEGINNING of the Day Ladies in
Carriages.

About o'clock the Young mems parade
started, and it was in every way an excel
lent start for so glorious a day They were
preceded by the mounted police, i'm com
mand Of Captain l.. Il. IIulce: next Grand
Marshal \. Won ROsenegk and aides; Chic.
Marshal kOhler, Of the Young Mems AssO-
citation, and aides; twenty policemen on foot,
commanded 10y Capt. j. Il. Angle; NOekeT's
band; sixty employees Of the Richmond lO-
comotiyc Works; three hundred young men
of the Association; sixteen ladies in car
riages, under the charge of Mr.. III. +. Phil
lips. They carried at the head of their col
umn beautiful banner which mad been
presented them by the young ladies.
The Locomotive Works men carried
small canes with miniature stars and
stripes attached to them. The Association
men wore grey hats, white, red, and black
capes, and carried canes and flags.
THE OFFICERS.
The procession made a splendid appear
ance and were chcered Justify by the i'm
mense thrOngs on the sidewalks.
The following young men are the officers
Of the organization: &. +. kOhleT... presi-
dent; John c. Scihert, first yice-president;
A. II. Felthaus, second T.ce president; W.
L. Klein, third vice-president; George c..
Deitrick, Jr., and A. Nondulehe, secretaries,
and IL. schOtt, treasurer. Mr.. {. +. kOhler,
chief marshal. Ills assistants were: j. {.
Seibert, Il. W. Klein, Henry Sch0tt, Tony
Felthaus, and George c. Deitrick, Jr.
At seventh and Broad there was a per-
iect crush Of people, and It was difficult for
the procession 10 start. This, however, was
soon done, the police clearing the way in
persuasive manner. The parade was down
Broad street TO Governor and thence 10
Main, up Main TO seventh and thence back
10 Broad, up Broad to Henry, Henry TO
Marshall, Marshall to Hancock, Hancock
10 Broad and out TO the Exposition Grounds.
SIDEWALKS CROWDED.
Along the entire route the sidewalks were
filled with people, Broad street from sew
enth TO First being impossible for short
time. The beauty of the procession was
enhanced by the magnificent horses ridden
by the Germans. Nj. Roscnegk rode "a
splendid grey animal, while others rode
large, heavy built animals.
just before the head of the procession
reached Richmond College Mr.. Rosenegk
and his aids rode ahead of the procession 10
the Exposition gates. The paraders passed
In review and marching into The grounds,
disbsnded in rear of main buildings.
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GERMAN DAY.
The Celebration Here An Over
whelming Success.
TIE FORMAL CEREMONIES.
OraIi0NS by Mr., Herman SChnriCht and
aOn, VIM. LOVClSt9in.
OTHER ADDRESSES.
Singing, Dancing, Ealing, and Drink.
inc.
A THOROUGHLY ENJOYABLE TINE IIAD
Parade OF the Young
Men in the Morning.
THOUSANDS OF TORCHES AT NIGHT.
Singing OF National Anthems on Broad
street.
A THOROUGHLY ENJOYABLE TINE Had.
Parade OF the Young
Men in the Morning.
THOUSANDS OF TORCHES AT NIGHT,

Singing OF National Anthems on Broad
street.
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MAYOR AND THE BAND.

The band at this jrncture struck up
Dixie, though moment before Mayor Ely
son. In few words from Mr.. Miller, was
introduced 10 the audience. The Mayor
attemped TO speak, but the band had start
ed, and the director. though yelled at, KEEP,
on until the tune was finished. Mayor En-
tyson then said:
'DMy German fellow-ci,izens,- esteem
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-07
GERMAN DAY.
Orai0HS by Mr., Herman SChnTiCht and
HOl, VIM. LOVOlStein.
OTHER ADDRES SSES

Singing Dancing, Ealing, and Drink.
ing.