davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
2lsyens- 6s1 S72soaM Wsxers- Gz% SN7tonaS
TODAY IS FRIDAY,
AND CONSEQUENTLY
SPECIAL L-SALEs DAY.
THESE ITEMS ADVERTISED ARE SOLD ONLY ON THIS DAY AT
THESE PRICES AND INSTEAD OF AN ORDINARY DULL
FRIDAY WE WILL HAVE AN UNUSUALLY BUSY
DAY. STORE CLOSES AT p. NJ

Embroidered Moussellne D'soio or chifca
Lace.
White, Cream, Red, Gray, Light Blue-prsce vas
Soc, for this special sales-day only 25c. .
yard;
Same Lace In nner and wider qualities--price
was Toe, for this special sales-dsy only 4oc. .
yard;
Beautiful and Dainty Flowered, Figured. and
Dot Pongee Batistes, all-white groond,
with black, lavender, rod, pink. biue-for ti,is
special sales day only 6Ilc. yard;
About 100 dozen Linen Collars for men, 20 10
turn down--our regular l0c. brand q. N. W.
for this special sales-day only &c. each;
10 patterns White Striped India Mulis trosssbiy
1000 yards entirely of sheer quality worth
1876. yard-for this special saios-day oniy
Is pieces Striped outing-ciotb, for this special
sales-dsy only SIC. yard;
300 pair, size o, Ladies' Imported Fast Blac8
Seamless Hosiery, for this special-day only 15cs
pair;
l.56o packages Imitation Lubins Baby Powder,
rose aud violet, 1l-pound packages Sc, ~
pound packages SC.
500 Exquisite AI-Silk Gauze Fans, dainty colors
In gray, tan, red. white, cream, lavender
flower decoration, worth &i each-tor this spos
cial salee-day only Soc;
so Cream Blazers with colored hair-line strfpea>
sizes 32. "a, 3d. 80, for this special saiss-dsy
only S1.25.
About 10 different patterns Of Curtains or prss
perry Nuts figures and DO, that we're 121A
yard-price for this especial saies-dsy only go
ayatd.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
ra presnnt the Picture.

On the afternoon of May 22d the rer porsradss ~
., gan,ain A. q. Babcock, which me iodgee %
and .ss Masonic nsss nn Home The
WI pines railroad viii run trains 70 sun ue
,,orvsnience OF the Masonic public o..n,s.
NJ d. c. richardson viii make the pr presMsn MANN
ton speech behalf Of the suSy Sss0s grand and senior
rasS, sS.n "a me Grand Lo1ge, has accopteu 'no '
.,.,,on 70 make the speech Of acceptance On
~ ~, ~ ~ the Board Of Governors
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
The PRESENT COLD SNAP.
The Damage 20 Fraits and Vegetables
Around Richmond.

Tuesday night the sky was overcast with
vvlguds, and though tho tempcrature was
20 low but little frost was visible the next
'ofhing. In sOmo places, however, there was q
Nisaefable lay II frost 0n substances whicn
.Ollq htiraet H. Tho weather was cold enouKh
pfoigee freezing. and that 10 whkt did tne
elsehlei. From all sections around the city
111los tho fame story u damsEe ine early
ltot we're al killed, tho snaps ieselled win the
tiYlnd and AZ black as n q shower Of SCOT hna
'-''ea On them. plile eyev tomatcspiant mas
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
Nn peacn Yet for Chile.

VALPARAISO, May 7.-President Bal
maceda has refused the demands OF the dele
gates from the Congressional or lnsurgent party
who have been trying 10 come 20 some under
standing with the President by which the civil
war might be brought 20 a termination There
Is, therefore, q acomplete rupture In the peace
negotiations, and II would appear that the strng-
gle which has been going on for months past be-
tween the President and the Congressional party
must be renewed and fought out until one side
or the other Is utterly crushed.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
,.,-n,n.n,o w. G. otey.

W. otey yesterday made an eneiiI asslen,nsn. sop.
a ior VIZ onsista of All the horses vehicles ana
o,Ser ousVp nsraphernalia In the stables is@V anu
1885 Franklin street. pt.hnond Rail-
way and Electric Company slo iso: psr GeorSe 4.
eshspr. ss7. so; James w. .otey ieor.owedd i'.ed
,,,oneX, waDe si,g00; Amanda Jones ,pcrrOweJi ,psi
moaeyj, $500; Hugo seifried, sl'ssS sSc. T. s George
,s,.r brsues, siIo' Total liabilities, $4,000
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
-. SIMPLY ASKS AN INTERVIEW.
st. Louis Browns and Washlngtons May
PLAY Here.

Manager Donati, of Island Park, yester-
day received a telegram from Manager Schnei-
der, Of the 81. Louis Browns, asking him II he
desired game between that club and the wash
ingtons next Sunday. In reply MIR. Donati wired
that Sunday games wero not allowed In Rich
mond, but that one on any other day would draw
better.
Mr.. Donati thinks that the two clubs will pro-
baby play here some day next week.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
HeNRlco coLoReD REPUBLICANS.
They Resent the Action of the Recent
Court-House Convention.

The colored Republicans of Fairfield
district met at John Pratt's last night at
o'clock and organized club 10 be known as the
independent Club OF Fairfield. Lewis Potter was as
caIied 70 the chair and w. w. Carter acted as
Brief and pointed speeches were made oy
washington Page, w. l.. Vessels, and others
The following was adopted:
oonnty have been ignored In the convention
Claiming 10 be the regular party Of the county;
RssoiDcd, That we, the Independent Cluo OF
Fairfield district, pledge ourselves 70 saan3
Fellows Hall. .o, cain
ON motion, the club adjourned, 70 meet AGAIN
nj the s9me place ON Monday the llth instant
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08

Fruits and Flowers.
This well-known brand is to be found at
all the dealers.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
One Hurt and the Other Sick.

The city ambulance was summoned yes
torday morning at $40 o'clock 20 attend white
man nj TIartshorn College named Coyne who
had been injured by an embankment falling
upon him. He was carried TO the alnshouse Tor
further treatment.
Another call was received at $40 p. N. 70 at
tend n colOred man on Eleventh and Basin bank
who was suffering from an eplleptic course.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
Escnnen from the Refnrmatory.

John NJ. Sheppard, Willie Luck, Dorsey
Whitlock, and Edgar Byasce, white boys who
we're confined I'm the ReformatOry at Laurel,
about eight miles from Richmond, made their
escape nom that institution yesterday and are
supposed 70 have made their way towards Rich
m0nd. Tho police are on tho lookout Tor them,
but no arrests have been made.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
A.cen.ion.nnY SERVICES.

The services in the Catholic and Episco-
pal churches yesterday were the same as on sun
day. -.
At St. Peters Cathedral the officiating priest
was Rev. c. Z. Donahue and the sermon was
preached by Rev. j. g. Van Houyer.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
ABlN6DoN's SOCIAL HORROR.
DIR. Baker and Mrs. Gllmer Indicted Tor
Murder and Attempted Murder.

Especial telegram TO the Dispatch'I
ABINGDON. Va, May7.-The special grand
iury which was empanelled this morning
TO investigate the charges against DR.. John Baker
came into court this evening at o'clock and re-
ported the following Indictments:
First. Against DIR. Baker for the murder OF hls
wife by poison. -,
Second. Against DR.. Baker and Margaret GIL.
mer for conspiracy with attempt TO poison ana
kill Wyndham X. Gllmer.
The excitement caused by the sensational re-
ports Of this affair has in no way abated.
The report in this mornings Bristol Courier
that there we're rumors Of lynching Baker Is
without foundation.
II is not probable that the trial VIII come on at
this .erm Of the court.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
TAKEN FROM THE SECOND STORY.
Councilman sullivan's Family Nearly Suf-
focated When Rescued.
rspccial telegram 20 tho Dispatch

LYScHBURG, VA, May 7.-Councilman j.
ID. Sullivan's storehouse on Ninth street
was Quilted by fire early this morning, and his
family, who resided over the store, had very
narrow escape. All OF them were taken out Of
the second-story window, and had 10 bo swung
Jown into the arms OF men on the street. They
were nearly suffocated with smoke before the flre
was discovered. Tho loss Is estimated at be-
tween six and seven thousand dollars, with
very light insurance.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
BASEBALL AT THE COLLEGE.
The Students Nine Defeat n Club from
Down Town.

An interesting game of baseball was
played on the college grounds yesterday
afternoon between team picked from the
mathematic class Of that institution and n nine
from down town. The spectators, composed OF a
multitude Of small boys, did all In their power T
TO rattle" the college boys, but in vain. The
college catcher, Duke, seriously cut his hand by
falling while attempting 10 catch a foul ny.
Below Is the score In full:
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08

Browns IRON BITTERs cures dyspepsia, Ma
laria, BiliOusness, and General Debility. Gives
Strength, aids Digestion, tones the nerves
creates appetite. The best tonic for Nursing
Mothers, weak women and children.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08

several times yesterday IN the vicinityof Ninth
and Byrd streets, bat alway. left for other parts
before the police could come up with him. some
badly wounded Tuesday night, he was really not
hurt at all Others who saw him yesterday say
be iimps very badly. Oficers Hall and Iornnn-
son, OF this city, and Chief Lipscofnb, OF aan'
chester, were looking for the desperado yes'er-
dav
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
safe Burs,ari,ed.

Woodward q Son. lumber dealers, had their
Ferrell a Co.'S safe blown % pieces. They have
one now purchased os B. =. smith--a Haii--that
burglars cannot crack.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
The NIusic FestiyaI,

The sale of season tickets for the Music
Festival next week has been large and enc0nr-
aging. Single seats 60 on salo to-day. Inc
audience will be large and fashionable.
The Festival chorus have rehearsal tonight
Their singing OF the "Stabat Mater" and FAR
Ellen" on Wednesday night will be the feature
of the Festival.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
The Stonework Discolored.

The stonework of the Lee monument is
becoming very much discOlored from tho dIlp-
pings from the bronze that follow rains. Re-
Gently at the request of Mr.. Burgwyn, Professor
Mallet, Of the University, examined the monu-
ment and gave as his opinion that the discolora-
tOn was caused by oxide OF tin. The only rene
DIV for the trouble would involve great expense.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
Chickenannd E1gx.

AZ an evidence Of our valuation OF the "Vic-
tory Poultry Food" will simply state that We
are never without them IN spring or summer.
We buy by tho dozen boxes, and when my VIE
has a sick fowl Of any kind We make for these
powders and that IL the last Of L. IL s an fntal-
ilble remedy with us. WILLIAM A. WILRoY,
King william county.
Manufactured by Polk Miller & Co.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
ABLooDY AND FATAL DUEL.
The Challenger Killed-The Survivor Son
of q Notorious Man-HnntIng Him Down.

KNoxyILLL, Tenn, May IA bloody duel
was fought near this city late yesterday by
two men named johnson and Sizemore. Trouble
has existed long time between the men, and
falling 70 settle the difference johnson sent word
20 Sizemore 20 meet him in secluded spot
The challenge was accepted, and In the nght
johnson was killed. Sizemore Is the son OF a
man who killed nineteen men before being hlm-
self killed. reward has been offered for Slze-
more's arrest, and large posse is now hunting
IL .lrnAI In.rra
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
Katie Goes to River View.

Katie O'Keefestook drive into the city
yesterday morning with the family of Superinten-
dent Carter. In the afternoon she was visited
by Mrs. wilkins, Of River View, the lady who had
offered her home, and as the almshouse ofl-
cials made no objection 20 her accepting the oner
and she was anxious to do so, she left with that
lady
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
s,c,u.r millinery.

Mrs. n. w. Cosby has been TO New YORK
this week, and returned with the latest novelties
In Millinery Goods, and Is DOW prepared 70 nil
orders Mt the shortest notice, and viii guarantee
Mrs. II. w. CosBy,
3O7 east Broad.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
Two Years for Forgery.

In the Hastings Court yesterday Robert
Collins (colOred) was found guilty OF forgery IN
making false credit-entries In a pass-booS- lie
was sent to the penitentiary for two years.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
RATHER NEAT.

When your friend looks at your new
suit and exclsims " Rather neat he
means good deal. He means that it fits
well, that it becomes you, and that you
displayed good judgment when you pur-
chased it. That's just the expression You
are more than likely to be saluted with
when you are attired in one Of our sl5
Suits. They are made with especial care
and they are serviceable as well as stylish.
One thing is sure-you will getmore than
your moneys worth out OF them every
time. The same may be said of our Hats.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
o.rner Seen bot Not Captured.

Samuel Garner alas Smith alas psnie, Jan y,
sb,sr the desperate who struck Onlcer n.v" ,sas
over The head cne night issi Mees; csestsr Do
Sap'a ssp assa, selng shot at several tlmes bu, ~
csned has peen on Byrd Island ever sincs sasn .as
s1ge' .s,ghs hnt nas not been ca9zht He vas seen
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
Oakvood MemoriaI-Day.

Taylor declared out for not touching base
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
WIN. BROWNS TRIAL CONTINUED.
Counsel Not Ready-0ctavia Hodgers TO
BE Tried for Murder.

Especial telegram to the Dispatch.I
ROCKY MOUNT, Va, May The case OF
William Brown was again taken up In the
County Court to-day. lie has been twice con-
yicted OF arson, but n new trial was granted oy
the Court OF Appeals. It was again continued,
neither side being ready for trial
The Circuit Court will begin its session on
Monday next. Ociayia Hodgers, young while
woman, will be tried az this term oil tne court
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
OTHER NOTES,

T. J. Hooper was arrested in Charlottesville
to-day and brought here on the charge Of obtain
ing goods under false pretences from a leweller:
me knights Templars OF this city celebrate
Ascension-day by an eloquent address az Cente-
nary church by Rev. S. s. Lambeth, and after
wards held banquet at their hall.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
neath nf MR.. Georrc A. Leonhnrd. sr.

Mr.. George A. Leonhard, Sr., died yes
terClay morning at his residence, No 4OS north
.s.cOnd street, this city. Tho deceased was n
native of Germany, and was in his seyenty-nrst
wear lie had lived In America since lS45.
Tho funeral will be from st. Johns German
Lutheran church at o'clock this afternoon.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
The Police Board.

The monthly meeting of the Board of
Police Commissioners was held yesterday after
noon In the Office OF the Chief, all the members
being present except tho Mayor. only routine
business was disposed Of.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
u.e,,nr OF the Sons OF yeterans.

A meeting of the Sons oI 1l,,S Uan,ain NJ
Dean Courtney IN the chair Aser "a sttend The
routine basiness the camp es'iasd in body. Ths
nses,ye then ADJOURNED 70 hsy lin.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
COLLEGE TEAM.
Totals .......... AZ il 10 27 20
DOWNTOWN TEAM


Struck out-By Taylor, @; by Doughty, s.
Bases on balls-By Taylor, 6. Home-run-DuSe.
Three-base hlts-Robins, ?; Ryland; two-oase
hits, Cosby, Hden, and Ryland. Double plays
Ryland and Hiden, Robins and Clements, Hlden
and Clements. Hit by plther, Crawford and Ry-
land.
sTaylor declared ont for not touching base.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08

DO You Wish TO he Happy
Then smoke the fne-favored Fruits and
Flowers, obtained at all the dealers.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08

Those persons who refuse 10 try Thomp-
sons Bromine aud Arsenic Spring Water
for blood, stomach. and kidney troubles,
and persistent nausea. Pamphlet Tree.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
Richmond Theatre.

Last night the Baldwin Comedy Company wero
greeted by large and fashionable audience.
The favorite play OF LynwoOd was the attraction
and excellently it was played by the entire
company Tonight the society comedy drama
by Augustn DAILY entitled kidnapped will be
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08

The cheapest and best spring medicine
A. b. G. Tonic. II does all that 1t claims
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
Don't Deserve sympathy.

Natures own spring medicine--A B. c.
Tonic. Sold at all dfugstores.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08

Hickok's No. 1. II. ID. O., Fig. and Caro-
line Sun-Cured are Pure, Clean. and Cboice
Sun-Cured Tobaccos. Trythem.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08

Contentmcnt Ia Wealth.
and TO obtain the former smoke Fruits and
Flowers, which can be found OF all dealers.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08

Hiekok's No. 1, Il. D. Ca ZIG, an aaa nSa;cs Saio,
line Sun Cured are Pure, :. w'sis them m
Sun Cured TobAccos- IfS
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
A QUIET ALeeMAsLe WEDDING.

Mr.. George b. Goodyear United TO MISS
Alice W. Payne-Baptist Convention.
[corrospondence of the Richmond Dispatch.l
CHxHLoTrHsyuLE. Va, MAY 7.-Yester-
day morning at l0l5 o'clock Miss Alice W.,
daughter "a ar. J. A. Payne, was united IN mar
rage 70 hr. George B. Goodyear at Olinda,. the
rcsidencs Of the brides parents. near Char
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
ELECTION OP OFFICERS.

After the general meeting the Board OF Gov
ernors assembled and elected the following OFF,
GERS for the ensuing year: President, DR.. j. Il.
McCaw: Yico-Presdent, II. 7. EdmOnd Socre-
tary, James W. Pegram Treasurer, 4. a. Cathn.
Ii is tho determination OF the board and all tho
other members who we're present 20 bend every
energy TO increase the membership 10 200 or
SOO-
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08

For All Kinds of Soda-water
Supplies, Milk-Shakers, Milk-Shake Glasses, Ice
Shayers, Lime-Squeezers, and Fresh Lines 90 or
write to OWENS & MINOR DRUG COMPANY,
Opposite Post-0fllce, Richmond, Va.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
DR.. a. n. wIcKLIFFE sAILED.
First Report. Probably Eragxerated-NO
Apprehension Of Troubie.
rcn..t., ,oto,,-.,,, 20 tha Dfsnatch1

DRAEE's Branch, Va, May 1-Dr.
George M. Wickliffe had rehearing yester-
day evening before Justice Marshall and was re-
leased on bail OF $4,000. Everything Is quiet
and no trouble apprehended. The case may not
be as bad as first represented
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
UNION THEOLOGICAL sEMINARY.i
commencement Exercises - Ell q hi 9 g n
Young Ministers misunderstanding.

HAMPDRN-SIDNEY, Va, Nav 6.-The an
nual commencement exercises OF the Union
Theological Seminary we're Witnessed by large
audience this morning. An able and eloquent
address was delivered before tho graduating
class tS the Rev. l.. B. Turnbull, OF Richmond,
and the diplomas wore presented by the Rev.
DIR. Preston, OF North Carolina. Eighteen young
ministers composed the graduating class, six OF
whom axpect to become missionaries in foreign
lands.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
oANvILLe AND EAST TENNESSEE r. r.
Two Visiting Capitalists Interested In Its
ConstruetIon-Over the Road.
rSnaciaI taIe0ram m the dlspatch.1

Especial telegram to the dlspatch.l
DANvILLE, Va, May 7.-Mr. L. w. M.
Draper, general manager of the Danville
and East Tennessee Railroad Company, arrived
here to-day with two moneyed men from the
North, who are interested In the construction OF
this road. The party saw the sights IN DanVllie,
and one Of them was kind enough 10 say that
Danville was the busiest town he had ever seen
in the South. This afternoon the party went to
Leaksyille, N. c., and from that point VIII go
over the route of the Danville and East Tennes-
see road 70 Bristol. II they are pleased with the
prospect they viii. / am advised, secure the
money to build the entire line Of road from DAN
vile to Bristol.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08
ARNENTROUT-BROWN.

Mr. Armentrout, n student Of the seminary,
was married tonight at the W0rsham church to
Miss jamie Brown, of Prince Edward county.
Quite number we're present 20 witness the
ceremony and many congratulations were offer
ed. Tho bride Is a charming young lady well
known on the Hill, while the groom IL pro-
missing young minister who will finish his semi
nary course next year.
Two new professors for the seminary are TO be
chosen during this meeting OF the Board OF Trlls-
tees. No one as yet has been, elected but the
choice will probably be made tomorrow.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-08

East Richmond maps can now be had at
the office, Sl9 east Main street,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-06-18
coNTRoLLER VS.. EXAMINER.

1t is to be noted that the statements Of
Controller of the Currency Lacey and Bank.
Examiner Drew, with regard to the date
when the latter informed his superior OF
the Lucas shortage, differ materially. Mr:
Lacey says the first information he re-
ceived was on January 26, nearlysthree
weeks after Drew had learned of it. But
before that statement the examiner~had
testified quite otherwise, as follows:
Mr. McFadden, one of the directors,
brought the statement of Marsh's confession
to me at the Continental Hotel on the even
ing of that day. Within an hour of that
time wrote a letter to the controller in-'
forming him of the fact of Marshis confess
sion.
In doing what he claims he did Mr..
Drew would have done no more than hiss
duty. If he had left his superior in ignor-'
ance of the grave information that had
thus come to his official knowledge, he
would have committed such a breach.
of duty as to show his en-.
tire unfitness for his place. The
diversity between the statements of the
officials is that Drew swears that he did
his duty, while Mr.. Lacey states thatthe
was so remiss that when he learned thata
subordinate had known Of gigantic
shortage for three weeks without commu-
nicating the fact to him he did not remove
the offending official, but actually left him
in charge of the responsible duties which,
according to Mr.. Lacey statement, he had
so grossly abused. In other words, the
most charitable view of Mr.. Lacey's state
ment is that it convicts him Of utter inca
pacity to understand the responsibility and
duty of his position.
Where the best explanation that can be
made is for public man to take refuge in
the plea of his incompetency, and that
plea is controverted by the sworn state
ment of another, the first is justly under
suspicion. We are more inclined to be-
neve Mr. Drew than Mr.. Lacey, and to re-
gard the latter's statement as manufact-
ured to suit the exigencies of the occa-
sion. But it is not important, so far as
Mr.. Lacey's position is concerned, which
is believed His own defense shows him
to be utterly unqualified to discharge the
duties of Controller of the Currency as
they should be discharged.