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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-25
IYNCHBURG.
AdIudged Insane--1 hrse Coiored Unfer-
,unates-Briillant Wedding.

AdIudged Insane--1 hrse Colored Unfor-
,unates-Bri,liant Weddiog.
LYNcHBURG, VA, Oct. Special
Mr.. Alfred Houser, of this city, who was
recently convicted in the Amherst court OF
cruelty beating his wife and assaulting an
other person, has been declared insane 10y
"a commission Of lunacy and sent to the
asylum instead Of 10 the penItentIary.
benjamin Smith, travelling agent OF the
Colored Lunatic Asylum, Of Petersburg,
arrived here this morning after three COL
Ored lunatics, Alexander otalan, John Is.
Gordon, and Alexander Thompson, who
were recently sdjudged insane and have
been confined in our city jail. lie also had
IN charge Alice Tate, a colored lunatlc from
salem. and left on the east-bound Norfolk
and Western train this afternoon with th,
four unfortunates. Smith saws the Peters
burg asyum is full TO Oyerfiowlng, and
thinks if the present rate of insanity is con-
tinued among negroes additional quarters
or new asylum will be necessary.
The most brilliant wedding OF the season
took place last night at o'clock in the
First PRESBYTERIAN church, the contracting
parties being Mr.. John katz, Jr., a leading
tobacconlst, formerly Of Baltimore, anc
Miss Sallie A., second daughter OF \. e..
Manson, OF this city. The couple leil by
the Northern train for Baltimore and New
York, and then will 90 on bridal tour to
Europe, lasting some months.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-25
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY.
The Political Outlook-vsluable Land
>ale-Hymen's Bonds.

CHESTERFIELD Co., VA, Oct. 2.-lSpe.
cial. The political outlook for Chesterfield
seems brighter than ever before. Notwith-
standing the announcement that there will
be no Republican candidate against Hon.
George ID. Wise. the Democrats. headed by
our able and enthusiastic county chairman,
Philip Y. COgbill, are making every effort
TO poll the full Democratic vote OF the
county. Since the unseating of Messrs.
Wise and Nenable the lukewarm and in
different Democrats have been thoroughly
aroused, and have gone to work with vim
that will give us "A handsome majority on
the 4th of November.
The valuable tract of land in this county
known as Jones, belonging to the estate Of
Baker +. Wells, deceased. was sold yester-
day by l.. Wells, special commissioner, TO
Messrs. Oliver Il Pollard, OF Hanover county,
for s., 800
Mr.. J. Winston Iyey, of Lynchburg, and
Miss Florence VI. jackson, the beautiful
and accomplished daughter of Mr. Matt
land jackson, Of this county. were married
Yesterday afternoon at 3 O'clock at the res
dence Of the brides father, Rev.SW. &. Glib
son, OF Petersburg, officiating. The presents
were numerous and handsome. The happy
couple, after receiving the best wishes and
congratulations of their many friends, left
on the 3 O'Clock train for New York.
Miss Lottie VI. COgbll. of Petersburg. Is
here, visiting her cousin, Mrs. NJ. Il. Cogbi.l.
Miss Lilly {. Wells, who has been very
sick tor the past three weeks, Is much i'm
proved.
The Board Of Supervisors will hold their
regular monthly meeting here next Monday.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-25
CHARLOTTESVILLE.
Consolidated Land Company-Athleticl
at the University.

Consolidated Land Company-AthIetics
at the University.
CHARLoTTTEsvILLE, Va. Oct. 2l.-[Spe-
cial. The several land companies Of this
city have determined to consolidate on a
basis which was arranged by an advisory
board OF disinterested citizens. The great
need for "A year past has been "A strong CEN
trail company with vast capital TO take
immediate and effective advantage Of the
splendid opportunities now within reach Of
Charlottesville. None Of the companies
had an effective capital beyond SJO,OOO. The
combined companies will have capital Of
$4,000, 900, and such boom as this city will
supply in the next year will ant0nish and
please all who take pleasure in the ad-
yancement Of the state. The consolidation
will control all lands adjacent 10 the city.
Large blocks of the stock OF the new COM
pany have been spoken for by citizens here
while great interest in the enterprise is
shown. by New York and other outside cap
italists.
The growth Of athletic interest at the
University has been steady during the past
i've years, and the advance made in the
last three years is as surprising as it Is
gratifying. The formation OF a general ath-
letc association, with branches devoted TO
football, baseball, tennis, boating, ana a
manager for each branch, which was eff.
fected three years ago, gave great impetus
TO athletics.
The students have been busy in looking
up new material for their teams, and are
very well pleased with the results. The
football team is little light, but more ac-
tive and better runners, and much bet er
acquainted with the best methods Of play
Among the baseball players there are sew
erar good catchers. point az which
the club was weakened last year
There are also several good pitchers, SO
that all the very trying work that deyolyes
upon the man in the box need not be done
By one man. This was the cause Of disaster
last year, when McGuire's arm became
swollen and sore.
Allen Thurman, the grandson ~ tle great
Ohio Thurman, is back, and Will und0lbt-
edly be on the team. lie lead in the batting
record last session.
Great disappointment is caused by Mr..
Addison Greenway's determination not to
give time this year TO athletics. He is a
splendid tirst-baseman. Nobody here ever
cOveredfirst as he did last session.
Another enterprise of the general associa-
tion is the publication OF College Topics.
This paper was started last year by num-
Der of students, and issued at their private
expense. 1t was great success financial
ly and otherwise, and gave an impetus TO
athletic matters which was very much
needed. IL now becomes the organ of the
students generally, and Of the athletic asso-
ciation In particular.
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A PARTISAN SENSATION.
DastardIy burglary n. the Chateau d,
Belle.

Dastardly burglary at the Chateau de
Belle.
Especial TO The Times by Dunlap Cable Co. i
PARIS, oct. 24.-Burglary is 50 rare a
crime in Frame that the following dastardly
case which occurred at the Chateau de
Belle, in the department OF Orne. has
caused great sensation: Monsieur De Le-
grange, the owner Of the chateau, returned
to Paris last Monday and the chateau was
shut up. On Tuesday night burglars
climbed over the garden wall and entered
the house through one of the gable windows.
Then they Tansacked the dwelling and Sc
lectcd such booty as they desired.
They made it up into parcel
which they could conveniently carry
away, then ihey barricaded the doors
with lumber and heavy pieces of furniture
and fastened the windows closely, s0~sf TO
render it very difficult for any one tc s4ter.
They next drenched the carpets and cur
tains with spirits of wine, which they
found in the cellar, set fire to the house,
dropped down from the window and made
OIL with their plumber. The gardener, who
slept over the stables, was awakened by the
glare, and seeing. 10 his dismay that
the whole OF the first floor was in flames,
raised the alarm, but in spite OF the efforts
OF the residents the whole story was con-
sumed and the valuable library, as well as
many old family relies, were completely
destroyed
4 valuable Danish dog was found poisoned
by certain farmer on Monsieur La Oranges
estate and he has been arrested, as it is be-
leyed ne was one Of the robbers and had
destroyed the dog in order TO prevent its
giving an alarm on his approach.
THE CASE OF EYRAUD.
The Court Of Cessation to-day rejected the
appeal Of Eyraud against his committal for
trial at the AssiZes. His trial will prOba-
bly, begin on the 18th Of November, and is
expected 10 last four or five days.
DILLON AND O'BRIEN SAIL.
John Dillon and William O'Brien have
just left by the II o'clock express for Hayre,
on their way to America, intending to sail
tomorrow by "Lachampagne.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-25
GAY STUDENTS.
Delightful Social Events at the Univer-
sity Wedding Bells.

sity Wedding Bells.
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA, Oct. "a
Special. Society has been unusually gay
here this week
Monday night was the occasion Of the first
of a seri, sof four germans to be given by the
University German Club. Ii took place in
the hall Of the Washington Literary So
ciety. The bellies and beauY Of the Uniyer-
sity wer3 out in full force, twenty or twen-
ty-fye couples being present. The music.
furnished as usual by Weber, and the floor
were all that could be desired. Dancing was
kept up from niue until two, and all voted
the occasion the most successful that has
taken place within the old "W ash. HalF'
for many sessions.
On Tuesday night, at the home of MS
Burthe, a grand reception was given in
honor Of Miss Virginia Harrison and Mr..
Walter +. Addison, an account OF whose
nuptials has already been reported III The
TIMEs.
Yesterday a brilliant assemblage Of so
ciety people gathered in the new University
chapel, at : 80 o'clock L. NJ, TO witness the
marriage OF Miss Matte Minor. the ac-
complished and attractive daughter OF Pro-
fess0r John Is. Minor, TO Mr.. Conway W.
Sans, OF Norfolk. The chapel was pro-
fusely decorated with flowers. The bride
and maids were attired in white, while the
gentlemen wore the conventional evening
dress. After the ceremony the happy couple
and friends retired to the home OF the bride,
where reception was given in their honor.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-25
THF STATE CANVASS.

Eis Democratic Time at Amelia Court
bou.e TO Hear Mr.. Epes and Others.
AMELIA COURTIoU sE, Oct %, $780,
-accla. Notwithstanding the inclem-
,.cg of the weather a considerable crowd
.uiiertd in the courthouse at this place
bear oar standartl-beareTs for Congress
eHnu nOnOrs, Messrs. James r. Epes,
..d.4 ". II. Mann, and Mr.. W. X. Nc
honuey discuss the political situation. Mr.
Nchtuney led OF in "A brilliant speech Ol
more than AN hours length. Ii was clear
arl mrcible argument In favor OF tarln re-
uu. lie showed plainly that tarin Is but
another word for tax. lie showed mat the
Republican party In their pretended eager
Ness to cOnciliaie the old soldier too much,
ld u.ed up the entire surplus In the
lmtd states Treasury. and created de-
i.rrcy.
Mr Epcs. for Congress, made short but
elective speech. claiming that II every
Democrat would do his duty he would be
elected. lie is a good speaker, but excused
himself as his friend. Judge Mann, Of his
OHu county, was expected 10 advocate MS
claims.
Judge Mann then spoke for an hour in
meet eloquent speech, interspersed win
eI.ne capital anecdotes. In addition 10
'.lat "a EDpl law ltis hc 40 " ""N lV'-
speaker.
Mr. John NJ. Morton, Of Burkeyile, after
judge Mann had finished. threw bomb
she'll q claring in an able speech Of hall an
hour that while he had always, In war and
peace. followed the fortunes Of General NJ. =
bone. aud has been and is yet Republican,
Lc will never submit 20 the leadership Oi
J0hu NJ. langstOn. lie declared that not
one single white Republican in Nottoway
county would east vote for the man VINO
had usurped the shoes Of Hon. T.. {. Nena-
Die. lis speech showed the tendency OF the
Malone Republicans 10 support the Demo
cratic candidate for Congress.
Aner Nr. X. G.. Souihall. the efficient
county superintendent, had adjourned The
D1nDcrdtic meeting, John NJ. Langston
spoke for two hours. Nearly all the Demo
Gratis remained In the courthouse through
curiosity % hear bim. He made a conser-
Ntiiye speech, filled with laudatioDs OF him
self and bis acts. His speech was not bit
ter, but the most egotistical ever made al
tae Amelia courthouse. Altogether,
whilst the Democratic crowd on account OF
The rain, which fell in torrents, was not as
IHse u would have been. II was cntbusi.
a'iic, and If every Democrat will do his full
duty james r. Epes Will be the next repre-.
sentative from the Fourth Congressional
district
lhK TINES Is gaining In popularity. The
people are proud OF its push and energy.
ana believe that IL is destined 10 be one of
'he foremost journals Of the south.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-25
WYTHEVIllE.
Another Land Company Organized-Prop-
erty Transfers.

erty lransferss
WYTHEvILLK, Va, Oct. "a Special. i
The Reed Greek Land and Improvement
Company was organized in Wytheyille to-
day with capital Of 800, coo. Maj. John w &.
Daniel, of Lynchburg: Gen j ames A. W alker,
Mr.. Samuel New berry, d.. ;. X. Sayers and
other well-known men Of the county, with
some New York capitalists, are the pro-
mOters OF the scheme. They have pur-
chased the Newberry Woolen Mills and
several hundred acres OF land lying along
Reed creek, at and near the juncture OF the
Virginia and Kentucky railroad with the
Norfolk and Western. Manufacturing
sites. town lots, &C., will be laid off ready
tor the location Of industries as soon as the
road is built.
A great many Of the most desirable lots
at the new town Of Max Meadows have
been picked out by more than one party, so
that the sale on the 18th will probably be
pretty lively one.
Judge HOlbrOOOk has entered rule re-
quiring the supervisors Of the county TO
show cause why suitable courthouse
is not erected at Wytheyille. The present
structure il disgrace 10 town and county,
being unhealthy, unsightly, inconyenient,
and badly located.
Gen. James A. Walker has remodeled and
repainted the property recently owned by
Mr. X. +. Kent, but purchased by him from
Mr. Joe Chapman, Of Salem, and will move
into it next week. The8old "CrOcke:t
House" property, which Gen. Walker has
for several years occupied, will pass into the
hands of Mr. Harry Chapman, who, after
putting extensive Improvements upon ii,
will open il as Il hotel.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-25
DUEL VITA CROWBARS.
Both Combatanis knocked Out and Their
skull. Crushed.

NEW YORK, Oct. 2i.-Iron crOwbars were
the weapons used in a duel fought this fore
noon between Joseph Wood, tnirty-iye years
old, OF 33J east Observation-Disclosures
nth street, and Carl Burg. fOrty-six years
of age. Of One-hindred and-twenty- -fitt
street and Second avenue. The battle was
fierce aud lasted some time. Ut was ended
only when both men sank TO the ground.
each with fractured skull. Then the by
ISLANDERS, who during the fight had been
compelled to keep aloof from the fighters
by the prOmiscOus swinging OF the crow.
bars, rushed 10 assist the fallen duellists
Ambulances were summoned, and the two
senseless men were taken 10 the Harlem
Hospital. The fight took place in black
smith shop at 1889 Park avenue. The cause
OF the duel is unknown.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-25
STORM on THE JAMES.
Two cap'ized b1e etmen Narrowly EscsI
Wa Graves.

PETERSBURG. Poet. 2i.-Ispecial.l =
The worst storm known Tor years prevailed
on James river to-day, and the waves were
very high As the steamer ;. A. Mccall
was on its way 10 Petersburg from Norfolk,
and just below Dancing Point and James
town. six miles from shore, two men were
seen clingiDg 10 sail boat, which had
capsized. \ yawl boat, manned by brave
crew, was lowered from the steamer Me-
Call, and the men, after much difficulty
were saved just as they were about TO sink.
They were Isaiah Mode and Richard Pote.
Doth OF Philadelphia. These men had
blown about seven miles and bad been
olinging 10 their boat for tour hours and d
half. They were token oh the steamer Nc.
Call and landed at sandy Point, on James
river
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-25
A ROYAL luNATlc.
Tho Grand Duke Nicholas sslssd Win
sudden Insautty.

LONDON, Oct. 24-Further particulars
have been received from 81, Petersburg con-
cerning the insanity Of the Grand Duke
Nicholas. lie was seized In the most acute
manner during the Volhynia man9uvfes,
and his deplorable condition aroused tho
pity of all Observers. Tue Cxar. to cover toe
matter from the world, addressed = pablo
letter Of ofcongratulations to the Grand Duke
the Grand Duke bad not been IN chlef coan-
m md. Aftel W ard the coalition Of the 6fard
IKE became - critical that The ,rvsS
en,li an longer b hid I'm. Al proooas IA
malady threatens . pgNyN latals
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-25
FORGERS ARRESTED.
Alleged Attempt to Defraud DreIeI, Nor
gan a. Co.

Alleged Attempt to Defraud DreIel, Nor
gan Co.
Special to The 1hnes by Dunlap Gable Co.
LONDON, oct. 2l.-At the Mansion House
to-day, George Johnson, aged seventy, an
artist, and John Phillips, aged seventy-four,
a picture dealer. were brought before Alder
man Hart, charged with forging and utter
ing number Of letters Of credit and crcu-
lar notes with the intention of de-
frauding DreXel, Morgan n Co. The
prosecutor said the prisoners had
been under surveillance by the police
for some time. and he believed they formed
part Of a considerable gang Of notorious
iorgers who had conceived the plan Of
forging letters Of credit on the name of
DreXel, Morgan N Co.. which were pre-
sented simultaneously at the offices Of these
bankers in Madrid, Marseilles. Liege. Cob
lpntZ, and other cities on the continent
where the firm had correspondents.
rhe sch4me in some manner got TO
the knowledge of the police with the
result that the two men were arrested al
Licge. another at Madrid. while others at
Marseilles were under suspicion. The pros
ecutor claimed that he could show these
two prisoners to be the real leaders, the
head and front of the entire business, and
promised that eNiIence should DE lOrlh-
coming connecting them with the ordering
Of The type aud pertorating punches used in
the manipulation Of the letters Of credit.
Detective Child produced five pieces Of
gelatne found in JOhnson's house. and
which he explained were used in the print
ing. Joseph Tragheim, who was seen in
company with the prisoners, was called to
and testified that he had for
merly been in business in Rotterdam, but
vas now out Of employment, and that he
met Phillips i'm Rotterdam. and was asked
by him whether he would like to make
some money by getting some Bank Of
England notes made. He subsequently
saw bof Phillips and johnson in London,
and by their direction procured several per
ferated stamps and various types, and
saw a circular note printed for
1 900. the note purpOrting to be signed by
Drexel, Morgan Il Co. The prisoners were
romauded
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-25
RUSSIAN CRUELTY.
4 Party of EmigIants Killed by Frontier
(,uar1.

A Party of EmigIants Killed by Frontier
Guards.
Special TO The Times by Dunlap Cable co.
WARSAW. oct. PA party OF Russian
emigrants holding tickets for Transports
ton to Brazil left the village Ricszacra to
cross the West Russian frontier. When
tney reached the frontier post in the night
they were stopped by the frontier guards.
who demanded 10 see their tickets permit
ting them TO leave the country. Upon learn
ing that the party had none such, they were
forced back at the point of the bayonet
Upon receiving such treatment 50 uujusti-
liably numbers Of the emigrdnts protested,
whercunon the guard fired on them, killing
two men and one wOman-this latter with a
young baby in her arms, which was
kN0dpdpd
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-25
PETERSBURG.
A Negro Fiend Conference.-The In the Al
pomattox.

PETERSBURG, VA, Oct H.-[Special. i
Walter johnson, the negro who is charged
with attempting TO make criminal assault
on Mrs. Elizabeth Majors. in Amelia coun-
ty, was taken before that lady on yesterday
for identification. AS soon as Mrs. Majors
saw the officers coming up the lane In front
of their house with johnson, she remarked
TO her husband, "There comes some men
with negro" Mr.. Majors then told his
wife that il 1t was the negro that at
tempted 10 make an assault on her,
he intended killing him as soon as she
identified him. Fearing that her husband
would carry out his threat, Mrs. Majors,
when johnson was brought before her, hest
tatcd about identifying him. She said,
however, that he resembled the negro that
Was the guilty party. The men then
left the houss with johnson, whom they
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-25
FIR BRICKS RG.
A development Company with III 900. 900
Capital Organized.

Capital Organized.
FRKDRRICKsBURG, VA, Oct. H.-,Spe-
cial. Fredericksburg has started on the
great march or Southern progress. The
Fredericksburg Development Company
was organized here last night with capt.
tai OF one million Of dollars. The officers
are: NJ. Il. Rowe, president; James Pur-
nell, vice-president; p. V. ID. Conway,
treasurer; w. ;. White. secretary and at
torney. Directors: l.. w. White, North
Carolina: :. ID. Morton, George L. Jordan,
James Purnell, NJ. B. Rowe, and W. ;.
White. New York and Connecticut caDi-
talists are largely interested. Some OF he
stock was taken before the company or
ganized. The company holds options on
1900 acres Of land. Large brass mills aud
u brewery will be moved here and the pres
ent silk mills will be greatly enlarged. The
thirteen or fourteen manufacturing enter
prises here will increase their capital and
force. Property has rapidly gone up since
the operations Of the company have become
known.
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siderable unfavorable comment among the
manufacturing element Of the Liberal
party. and aroused mutteTings Of disap-
proyal in other circles, inducing the belief
that the many politicians OF the old Man.
chester school will resede from the party
upon that issue. II is yet too early, how.
ever. 10 note the full effect OF the ex-Pre-
mier's expression Of his views, or to esti-
mate the strength Of the adverse feeling
engendered thereby.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-25
MORE WEDDINGS.
Four Hearts That Beat as Two In Cul

peper.
CULPEPER, Oct. 2i.-tSpecial.l l-Wednes-
day m0rning, at II o'clock, the Baptist
church was beautifully decorated, darkened,
aud brilliantly lighted for the marriage Of
Mr.. \. j. Armstrong, one Of our popular
merchants, and Miss Lilly Miller. The
happy pair left on the L 80 train, bound
North.
Again at Z. NJ. the doors of the church
were thrown open, and spa ly filled with
a brilliant thrOng to witns Fthe marriage
of Mr. Marion Jellries and $ Kate Good
loe. After receiving thet gratulations OF
their many friends, Mr.. aud Mrs. Jeffries
lett on the 1880 train for an extended bridal
tour North The officiating minister was
Rev. Mr.. WiEfrey, pastor of the church.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-25
SCHLGY HONORED.

Presented with Photographs of the Dan
i.h KoYal Family
special to The Times by Dunlap Cable Co.
COPENHAGEN oct. 2i.-Before leaving
Copenhagen Captain schey, L. ;. n, com.
mander Of the Baltomore, received from the
King. Queen and Crown Prince Of Denmark
through the American Minister. their pho
tographs and autographs. The King, Queen
and royal family visited the Baltimore, ac-
companied by Mr.. aud Mrs. Clark Carr and
the Danish Naval Minister. The Baltimore
was mucn admired by the royal visitors.
The Danish Minister TO the United states
arrived at Copenhagen from Washington
to-day.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-10-25
CHARGES AGAINST Mr.. HARRISON

r,.,r Withdrawal Considered Evidence
.fths Governmeu,'s weakness.
LONDON, Oct. 24.-fhe withdrawal oi the
charges OF assault made by the ponce
against Mr.. Harrison at Tipperary Is COM
mented on by the Daily News ana otiier
nl,eral newspapers as a virtual confession
by the authorities OF the truth OF Mr. Nor
l.r,s description Of the outrageous conduci
of the police, and an admission that even
n,ytisan court does not dare 10 decide IN
iayor OF the police on The e,idence the Ma
fionalisis were prepared 10 present.
OF ,Ds,oSE ON THE EIGHT-noUK SYSTEM.
Mr. 6ladstone's utterances 10 iasor OF
an eight-hour system have PROVOKED con-