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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
COLLEGE DEBArER's MEDAL.
Mr.. II. Il. LoutEan Carries OF the Prize-The
Lombardy Literary Circle

Yesterday evening a full attendance of pro-
fessors and families. students and friends Of
the college met in the hall of the Mu Sigma
Rho Literary Society, where the contest for
the Best Debater'3 Medal" was held.
Messrs. b. I. Johnson, r. b. Lee and w. A.
Moncure were the Judges.
The question Resolved that the railroads
of this country should be owned by the Gov
eminent" was debated.
Mr.. c. w. Duke, of Nansemond county,
first spoke for the affirmative against the
present system Of railway management
Mr.. +. f. Causey. of Hampton, Va, first
negative. gave a carefully prepared exposl-
ton, both historical and logical. Of the pres
eIit railroad system in this country. pointing
out the disadvantages which would accrue
from a transfer of the railroads from indiUd-
uals. syndicatcs OF corporations TO the general
Government He then spoke Of the grand
railroads of America and made careful com
parisOn Of our railroad systems with those OF
other countries, especially with those of Eng
land. Italy and Belgium. He also argued that
such q transfer tended to communism.
Mr. H. T. LOuthan. of Clarke county, spoke
second on the negative and quite elOquently
advocated the cause Of individual companies
owning and controlling the railroads. lie
also made the point that the Constitution
made no provision whatever Tor the Govern
ment owning the railroads.
Mr. n HeatOn of LOudOun county, closed
the contest by Il very ornate discussion IN be-
half of the negative showing that while the
railroads were owned by separate companies
the public reaped the benefit of competition.
He spoke Of the commissioners appointed by
the Government to see that the railway trat-
nc was rightly carried out. and vindicated IN
very able manner the present system OF
railroads and pleaded for its continuance.
After Mr. Heaton closed the judges re-
tired. and after remaining short time re-
tnrned and announced that the medal was
won by Mr.. II. r. Louthan This contest
was the closing one for the session of 1890 81
and the boys have settled down now for
about four weeks of hard study.
The Lombardy Literary Circle held ITS
semi-mOnthly meeting yesterday afternoon at
the residence of Professor H. H. Harris. Pro
lessor l.. r. Hamberlin. the president, was
absent and Mr.. c. NJ. Long, vice-president,
took the chair The programme was very in
teresting taking up Shakespeare's play, The
Merchant of Venice
Professor II. II. Harris read an amusing
outline in verse of the play, which was then
taken up in detail beginning with act second.
scene sixth. Miss Bessie Pollard represented
"Jessica." Mr.. w. Owen Carver Salarno,"
and Professor r. +. Gaines "Gratiano." The
essay on the early boyhood of Shakespeare
was omitted from the programme, owing to
the absence of Mr. w. b. Loving, by whom
~ had bpeu prpparpd
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
HOLLYWOOD MEMORIAL.
Judge Theodore s. Garnett the Orator-Ser-
vices TO be Held.

The Ladies' Hollywood Memorial Associa-
ton met in the lecture-room of the Second
Presbyterian church Yesterday noon. and
final arrangements were made for Memorial
day. which occurs next Saturday.
The Indies of the association. the veteran
organizations and the military that will 90 TO
Hollywood will meet in front of Dr. Hoge's
church at o'clock next Saturday.
Judge Theodore 5. Garnet, OF Norfolk, has
been chosen orator ofithe day.
Next Thursday memorial services Will be
held in DR.. Hoges church at o'clock, and
will inaugurate memorial services TO be held
every year under the auspices OF the associa-
ton.
Lee and Pickett camps are invited 20 meet
al the lecture-room in uniform at 4:30 o'clock
10 enter the church in a body. The ladies Of
the association will attend also with their
badges and buttons. The new gray badge
can be obtained of Mr.. Maxwell i. Clarke,
No 8 south Fifth street.
All persons who wish to aid the association
are requested to send plants TO Miss Baugh-
man, No. 800 south Fourth street, on next
Thursday, and cut flowers during Friday.
There will be tea given by the assocla-
ton at the Soldiers Home on next Wednes-
day from to o'clock, and the public Is In
vited
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23

A boy Executes the skirt Dance nj Mis4
Mary Tbaw's school.

At Monticello Hall last evening Miss Mary
Thaw held the closing exercises Of her chill
dren's class. The programme was begun by
n grand march lead by Miss Thaw. who look
ed quite en- reggie at the head Of the little
tots" There were children Of all ages and
sizes.
The ball was opened by q german besuti-
fully danced. after which Master Charley
Shelley executed "A Love and Roses" dance.
This was instituted and dedicated by him to
Miss Shelley. and was well executed.
The Scotch dance by little Miss Gertie
Clash in full Scotch dress was beautifully
done. and tho Bonnie Blue Flag" was clev-
erly executed. 1t was danced by Miss Inez
Goodwin. Carrie 'Armistead, Gertie Clash,
Lilly Wise, Mary Thaw. Edie Simphn, Sallie
Cunningham and Grace Cunningham.
''Cracoyienne,r by little Miss Lille Wise
was graceful, and her Polish dress added
beauty 10 the dance. Master Lee Wise danced
the Fishers Hornpipe.h and IN this dance
executed many difficult steps.
Miss Salie Brooks danced prettily tho
jockey dance and Miss Lilly WISE did
splendidly in fairy dance.
One of the most amusing incidents OF the
evening was the skirt dance by Master Charles
Shelley. He looked much like q girl and exc
cuted his steps we'll
BY request of many present, Miss julia
Ferrandini danced in her matchless way sew.
eral intricate dances, and received well-de-
served plaudits and flowers for her pretty
work.
After the fancy dances had been concluded
a collation. was served TO the scholars, after
which a german was danced.
There was a large crowd OF spectators. who
vociferously applauded the efforts of the little
ones.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
Personal and General.

Mr.. ]. NJ. Fitz. cashier Rockingham Alum
Springs was in the city yesterday.
The Sunday-school teachers will meet at the
Y. NJ. G. A. for the study OF the international
lesson at O'Clock this afternoon.
Mr.. ID. f. Young contemplates resigning
shortly rs manager of X. G. Dun d Co. s
Commercial Agency here. Mr.. Samuel rat
terson, of Memphis, Tenn, will be likely 10
succeed him.
Hon. John S. Barbour returned yesterday
10 Washington.
Col Thornas..H. Carter was in the city yes
terday
The basket picnic of the managers OF the
Retreat for the Sick takes place to-day al
Ashland The train leaves at . A. NJ.
Rev. Oliver J. Schoolcraft, OF London, VIII
be in Richmond next month.
Mr.. w. w. Foster il. i'll with malarial fever.
Governor Mckinney was closeted yesterday
for Some time with Mayor Ellyson. The lat
ter,statcd later in the day that the conference
was of strictly private nature.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
CounciImen Party in Louisville.

Councilman L. H. Ferguson on Thursday
evening returned from Louisville, where he
had gone with President Tom Campbell and
a number of members of the City Council.
He left Alderman Davis and Councilmen
Campbell. Houston, Ferriter and others of
the excursiOnists at Louisville.
Councilman John Mann and Sergeant-at-
Arms Il. Il. Ralston came back TO this city on
Wednesday.
While in Cincinnati the visitors met the
great third party combination and big Bap-
fist convention. Mr. Ferguson happened to
be near when a member Of the latter body
was killed on the railway.
In Louisville the Supreme Lodge Of Elks
and the National Gas superintendent Con-
yention were in session. Police-C Commissioner
Joseph w aube attended the former and
Superintendent W. {. Adams the latter. MIR.
Adams was accompanied by Mr. Thomas
Barry.
Mr. Ferguson stated yesterday that all had
a splendid trip. andi that Mr.. Campbell and
others would return this evening.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
MEETING or LEE CAMP.
The Veterans VIII Go to Fredericksburg
Memorial Services Sunday.

The Veterans VIII Go to Fredericksburg
Memorial Services Sunday.
Lee Camp at its meeting last night received
an invitation from the Hollywood Memorial
Association. through Mrs. Joseph Bryan, presi-
dent. TO attend services at DR.. Hoge's church
next Sunday afternoon. The camp accepted
the invitation. and will assemble at the hall
next SUNDAY evening at 4 O'Clock A special
appeal was made TO every member 70 he pres
eni. and those who have uniforms will wear
them.
The camp decided to 20 to Fredericksburg
on June 10th. the occasion OF the unyellng OF
a statue to the Confederate soldiers and the
meeting of the Grand Camp of Confederate
Veterans. Arrangements have been made by
which all who desire to go can do so FOR : l
for the round trip Special arrangements
will be made for the accommodation OF ladies
and many will accompany the veterans.
IL is possible that many OF the ladies OF the
various memorial societies may honor the
camp with their presence on tins trip. Cap
tain ID. A. Brown. quartermaster OF the camp
has charge of all arrangements IN regard 70
the train. and all who go may be assured OF a
frst-ciass excursion.
The Louisiana Division of the Army Of
Northern Virginia has written 10 Com
mander Archer in reference TO the unyelllng
of the statue to General Stonewal Jackson, at
Lexington, Va They want 10 be informed OF
the time. as many of them served under Cen
eral Jackson and desire 70 be there when the
ceremonies take place.
A camp has been organized at West Point,
Va, and has taken the name OF John *.
Cooke Camp, Confederate Veterans. Grand
Commander Smith has granted them char
ter. which will be forwarded TO them to-mor-
rcW
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23

The upper gas-works receiver was in,r,.d;
ately IN the rear of Davenport Il Morris Int
the fire did not reach there. "o'
Truck and Car Collision.
Perhaps the saddest thing in connection
with the flre was an accident which occurred
at the corner of Third and Main streets a
street car was going rapidly down Main street
crowded far beyond its capacity with neonle
several ladies' N''
AZ the same time the Iaurel-Street Hook
and Ladder Truck was dashing up Third
street TO the Broad street engine-house as ia
the order on "A "three-sixn alarm. Both the
car and the truck reached the corner Of Third
and Main at the same time. The truck OF
course. had the right of way and attempted
to pass The motor-man, when he saw the
truck, attempted 10 stop his car. but the plat
form was SO crowded that he could not man
age IT and Il ran with full speed into the side
of the truck
For while the confusion was indescriba-
bic. The front platform and headlight were
totally destroyed and the truck was smashed
TO pieces.
All were badly shaken up, but only five
have been reported as injured.
Mr.. John II. Powell. the principal of the
Richmond Female Seminary. No. east
Grace street, was on the front platform of the
car and was the main sufferer. His right leg
was cut almost entirely off, which necessi-
tated its amputation, and he was otherwise
badly cut and bruised.
Captain Cartwright. of the truck. was fright
fully cut about the head, face and mouth.
HIS wounds are very painful, but the doctors
say that he will recover
Mr.. j. II. Gibbs had finger broken and
was slight bruised.
Mr. Shrewbridge. the tillerman of the truck,
was badly bruised, and two men named Cook
and Hundley were slightly hurt.
All of the wounded were taken into II. G..
Cabell d Cos. drug store. where they received
medical attention. DR.. M. ID. Hoge Jr, was
the first physician to arrive. and several
others reached the spot soon afterwards,
among whom were DR.. Hugh NJ. Taylor and
DR. Ross.
As soon as possible Mr. Powell was taken to
his home, and Drs. Taylor Ross, White.
Hoge and others performed the amputation.
The conductor of the car was Lee Jackson,
but those who were there say that no blame
could be attached to him.
II may be proper 10 remark. however, that
had the grOngs of the street car and the truck
been ringing rs they are required to do the
accident might have been averted. Mr. Sam
Harris. who dived ont of the car and landed
IN the street on his hands. says he does not
know whether the gongs We're ring
ing or not. so much excitement
prevailed. The public in the hands of the
street car company is entitled 10 all possible
safeguards. and there is an ordinance which
requires the gongs of its cars to be rung on
approaching every streetcrossing. While the
ringing Of its gong would not have stopped
the truck it would, though. have given a
signal to the truckmen. who would have rung
their gong all the louder, and perhaps have
prevented one Of the most unfortunate accl-
dents that has happened here for years.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
Sub-Committees to Meet.

The sub-cOmmittees who will have charge
of the details of the Powhatan Club picnic
July 4th are requested by Chairman John s.
HARDWOOD to meet at the American Hotel at
noon Monday.
The subcommittee are as follows Invita-
ton and ReceptioD-Messrs. Preston Beiyln,
William Loyenstein, William Ryan, James ID.
Patton, j. A. Hobson.
Grounds and Amusements-J. L. Flournoy,
Cunningham Hall and John Jackson.
Refreshments-A. W. Rosene. Philip
O'Neil and c. Z. Bigger.
Transportation ID. Courtney, j. f..
Flournoy and G. L. Bigger.
Printing H. Ferguson, b. A. Jacob and
John Murphy.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
Drafted "A Bill.

The committee Of the Senate committee on
reducing the criminal expenses held another
session in the Senate chamber yesterday, and
drafted bill regulating the powers of magis-
trates in misdemeanor. cases. The.bill will be
submitted TO the full committee If the com
mittee approves the bill, it will be referred to
the House committee TO pass on.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
Rally at Short Pump.

A LARGE Democratic rally was held yesterday
noon ut Short Pump twelve miles west from
Richmond. The gathering was larger than
a any, ever known at that place on former coca
sions. Messrs. $. B. CHM. George ID. Wise
and George ID. Garter and the nominees
spoke. la, e
interest and enthusiasm was manifested
Abont < o'clock the speakers left Short Pump
and stopped for supper at Lawrence's Store,
about seven miles west Of Richmond Here
nj 3 o'clock Messrs. George d. Carter, >. g.
CHM and the candidates addressed the voters
Here also the meeting was large, and the
cheers of the audience frequent and enthusi-
astic
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
Amateur Fishermen.

number of amateur anglers from this city,
provided with the most approved bait, includ-
ing live minnows and herrings galore, left
Ohio railroad for the Chickahominy. The
party consisted of Messrs. Robert A. Carter,
Christian Evenseu James Christian. Thomas
b. Hicks, Tom Hulcher. Il. s. Napier. Jones
Hulcher J. j. Redmond G. Pilout, Joseph
Pizzini. Charles Bintank. George G. Wilde,
Thomas W. Tignor Herman Behlman, Ct.
Roddy Tenser and others. The fishing was
done on tho Chickahominy about two miles
from Providence Forge,
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23

Several First Regiment Companies Receive
Instruction.

Companies b. G. and +. of the First regi-
ment, assembled at the Armory as a battal-
ion last evening to receive instructions in tar
get shooting. A large target was placed in
one corner Of the room and the men were in-
formed how to aim at the target from sta
tionary points.
Captain Gasser. inspector of rife practice,
gave the necessary instructions. and the bat
talon was in command of First Lieutenant
James Patton. of Company G. who later on
was relieved by Captain Mosby.
Considering that Company Is had been
called ont tor the third consecutive evening,
that body was very we'll represented at the
drill. Wednesday evening the regular drill
of the company takes place. and Thursday
the boys marched 10 the Hebrew cemetery TO
participate in the memorial services.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
Shot His Bride.

ESGLEwooD. n. j.. May 22.-Frank Turk.
AGED forty years. who kept a small shoe store
on Palisade avenue, qdarreled to-day with
his wife. to whom he has been married but
few weeks. and finally shot her in the neck.
inhicting injuries which resulted in
her death in few minutes. He. then
Shot and killed himself No cause is known
for the tragedy. Turk buried his first wife
about seven weeks ago and engaged his sec
ond as housekeeper from an agency IN New
York. His first wife's mother committed SUI
eide in Harlem a short time after her
daughters death.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
From the Petersburg Council.

church pulpits will be occupied by some OF
the distinguished clergy from the Episcopal
council tomorrow.
The Rev. John j. Norwood. one OF the
diocesan evangelists. will hold service at ST.
Marks church az IL in the morning and ut
in the afternoon
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
student Struck.

Mr. John Wemple, student of Randolph
Macon College. was assaulted by some negroes
in Ashland Thursday evening and struck on
the head with IA rock II seems that one OF
the negroes became offended at aremark
made by some OF the students. He got to-
gether several of his companions and went to
the campus. There three or four students
were found. A rock was thrown by one OF
the negro assaiants. which struck Mr.. Wem-
pie on the side of the head II is not believed
that his injuries are serious.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
Missionary Address.

An attractive service will be held at the
First PRESBYTERIAN church tomorrow evening
at o'clock, conducted by Rev. ii. NJ. Woods,
missionary 10 China. now on a brief visit 10
this country II is hoped that all who feel
the slightest interest in the great work TO
which this gifted young minister has devoted
his life will be present.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23

The Committee on Ordinances Of the City
Council was called 10 meet at +. Nj. yester-
dav. At time appointed only Messrs. Guigon
and Carter were present. They waited for an
hour for the arrival of another member III
order to obtain a quorum. AT O'Clock they
gave up all hope TO have meeting and de-
cided 10 call another meeting for next Tues
day evening at O'Clock, when full attend
ance of the committee is expected.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23

information has been received in this city
Of the death of Mr.. John d. Cole keeper of
cemeteries at Danville. The deceased at ono
time was prominent resident of Church Hill,
and constable when the section OF the city
formed part of Henrico county. He was
ffty-six years of age, and has now relatives
living on Church Hill
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23

Secure a homo at Highland Springs, one OF
highest, healtbicst. pleasantest places IN the
suburbs of Richmond Take Seven Pines
railway. Five-ride tickets, % cents. Some
of the new houses are for sale on easy terms,
and the railroad company gives yearly pass
with each house when occupied.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
Tragedy Among Itallans.

NEW York. MAY 22.-Albergo Algone. aged
twenty -four. was shot and instantly killed aud
John W. Remington. aged twenty-six. was
mortalv wounded by Giuseppe Cangro on
east One-huudred- and-twefth street IN Lat
tie Italy" tonight during quarrel. The
murderer;escaped. All the parties participat-
ing in the tragedy are Italians.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
ytect,xnfrs' Lien.


mechanics lien was recorded in the Hen
rico county courthouse yesterday by Garth
right n West on house aud lot corner, of Bar
TON and Kirsting avenues for work done and
material furnished for ID. W. Bowles, general
contractor. S255.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
Given Away.

The Domestic" Fashion Review land
cnide 10 home dress making). summer mum
her book. Of ninety-two pages. Is by IS
inches containing 200 illustrations OF gar
ments for ladies'. misses. children. boys and
men-a accent book given away with each
95cent Domestic pattern you buy from
this date 20 June lst.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23

Between the Henrico Lyceum and the Dixie
Society.

Between the HenrlcO IIctuIl dHu tIIH JINIo
Society.
Joint debate between the Henrico Lyceum
and the Dixie Literary Society took place at
the wigwam, Barton Heights, last evening.
The subject was Resolved, that Statesmen
and Not Warriors Constitute a Nations True
Defenders" The affirmative side was repre-
sented by Messrs Lewis l.. Hanes and 5. w.
SNYDER. of the Henrico Society, and the mega
tive by Messrs W. j.. Smith and ". H. Ben
nett of the Dixie. The Judges were Mr.. Pey-
TON r. Darlington. Mr. Emmett A. Shepherd
and Mr.. Edward T. Eckles. An Grafton was
delivered by Mr.. G. A. Boyce, of the Dixie
Society. on Progress of the New South,"
which was very interesting.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
Rase-Hall.

There will be a game Of baseball on Island
Park this evening at 4:3O o'clock between the
Fultons and Sidneys. Batteries: For Fultons.
Enright and Foster; for Sidneys, Blankenship
and Johnson. As both teams are well matched
a good game may be expected.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
MIR. .Doyner Resigns.

Thomas Joyner. member of the police
force. rendered his resignation yesterday,
which was accepted by Chief Poe. Joyners
term would have expired July 1892. II was
stated last evening that Mr.. Joyner had Lett
fha CITY
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23

Samuel II. Pulliam & Co. represent the
Niagara and National Fire Insurance com
panies. and offer protection against loss oy
fire at low rates Ofhces, north iepth street.
Phone 1872.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
LAUNDRY.
PRICES FOR 1891:

NEW YORK LAUNDRY WORKS,
~ ~ north Ninth street.
PRICES FOR 1891:
shirts. 10 cents each: Collars, cents escns
Cnffs' ; cent? each. Clothes called for ana as'
iivered free OF charge. Telephone. esi:
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23
NOTES ABOUT THE FIRE

One Of the engines put on too much pres
sure. or the hose was weak but the result was
the same. for quite number Of young men
dressed in their best suits Of clothes received
asprlnking that was not appreciated.
During the fire Mr.. Clarence MIlhiser was
struck on the head by a piece of brick. 1t
was a glancing blow and no damage was done.
There were quite number of
young ladies present soon after
Tie commencement of the fire and
they were very sympathetic spectators Of
tae scene. Among those who attended were
Miss Mary Handy. Miss Annie Hammer, Miss
hoas Miss Mary Yancey and Miss Mary
ffWsor.
The bright light from the flames had the
effect Of bring ont thousands of young
nosgutoes from the docks and they made 1t
"ge.y for the crowd.
While the fire did considerable damage. TO
DOth Davenport a. Morris and the Union
brokerage Company their greatest loss was
V4a.ed by water
The Union Brokerage Company had Just
moved into their place and had hardly gotten
straight
II was said that large amount Of liquors
were stored in Davenport & Morris house;
slu much fear was felt that the fire wouiu
reach them.
HE report that Davenport a. Morris had on
gahu large supply of blasting powder kept
~ ~ crowd at considerable distance ior
?, Much Of the insurance on the stock Of the
x,l'on brokerage Company was held by
"'Nsfs' Ahuche being largely Interested.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-23

The building was entirely Quilted. IL is es-
umated that the three houses, all of which
loin. are worth about $50. 900 or S35 900. and
tae burned house was therefore. worth about
10000 or $4,000: covered by insurance.