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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
ne, .ie. on the most important economic ones.
lions through the older parties, S"''-
ALEXANDRIA ITEMe
S'' "arS's Church-A Prospective Demo.
cratic Walk. Over.

correspondence Of tho Richmond Dlspatoh.1
ALExANDBIA, Va, May 1s.-The Iono-con.
Wmp,ated change in the charge Of 81
Mafy Cathohc church here will be made
IN ouhoay next. when Bighop Van do
nyNeI Whl install the now rector. Rev. Fla.
tneir cutler, of Richmond, Rev. Father
S,, ~ NahS, the present pastor, going to Kew.
Alexandria has the second largest con.
EreGation IN the State, the Cathedral AZ
Rchmond being first. ~
ne Catholics here are very sorry TO part
,u. ritu father O'kane, who has been with
lhein Tor eighteen years.
amer chester, the assistant pastor. will
nave charge of the missions nj FairfaT
courthouse and Falls Church for the
present.
POLITICAL.
Inc Democratic candidates for the
municipal Offices In this city will have no
opposition at the coming election newt
week, the Republican candidate for mayor.
MT. IL. 1. Lucas. having declined TO run
again. AZ the Republicans had made NO
cther nominations this leaves an open
DeId Tor the Democratic ticket, headed by
Mr. Henry Strauss.
. Inc Eight IN Alexandria county is very
herce ono over two offices-thosc Of Com
lnohwealth,s attorney and sheriff. Mr..
James +. Clements, the present attorney
,,9r the Commonwealth, VIII be opposed bv
Mr. X. b. Johnston, and Sheriff Veitch viii
he opposed by Mr.. Nat. Salisbury. All the
candidates are hard at work, and the con
test In the county promises to be a close
one.
THE CITY's REVENUE.
=, The report of the Commissioner Of the
heyenno shows an increase of SgG. $50 m
real estate values and of over S5, 600 i'm per.
sonal property. The total value of real
estate Is -, $50 ,G35. and this. together with
the personal property, will give the city a
tax tax revenue for the ensuing year of over
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
THE AMBULANCE KEPT BUSY.
Four Calls Yesterday, but None OF Them
for Serious Causes.

The city ambulance was summoned yes
terday morning at S:l5 O'Clock to No. sl4
north Twenty-fourth street to attend a
white boy who mashed his hand. His
wound was dressed and the boy left at his
home.
Another call was received at lao z. Nj. TO
attend a white boy at 1900 west Broad
street who was suffering from an attack OF
vertigo. He was taken 10 his home.
At 3:45 p. NJ. call was received TO at
tend a colored man on Leigh street who
was suffering from nervous prostratlon.
He received the proper medical attention.
The last call OF the day was received at
800 p. NJ. to attend a white woman in
Monroe Park who was suffering from the
effects of an overdose of malt whiskey.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19

Kinean & Co. beg to thank their friends
and customers for the sympathy extended
them in their loss by the disastrous fire OF
Monday night. and have pleasure in, an;
nouncing they have rented the Blanchard
Warehouse. on Virginia street, and that
there will be no interruption IN the carry
ing on of their business. They are re;
ceiving shipments daily and expect by end
of week TO have full assortment OF their
famous reliable brands of Smoked Meats
and Lard, and all orders intrusted TO
them will receive usual prompt attention.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
GeaMAN-AMERIcAN FESTIVAL.
Garden Concert, Dramatic Performance
and Fireworks-A Largo Attendance.

The May festival Of the German-Ameri-
can Association OF Virginia which took
place at Sanger Hall yesterday evening
was q most enjoyable affair. The festival
was under the general management of Mr..
A. Won N. Rosenegk, assisted by several
committees.
From 10 $50 O'clock there was garden
concert, and afterwards concert and dra-
matte entertainment in the hall.
An overture by Kesnich's orchestra and
a chorus by the Gesangyereiu Virginia was
followed by q bright burlesque with song
and dance IN two acts, in which the follow
ing took part: Misses Minnie Seigel Min
ME Schmidt. Clara Schmidt, Christine
Seigel, Marie Euker, Mr.. Morris Richter,
Mrs. NJ. Richter, Ir. John Krauss, Miss
Thilow. and Mr.. Bolmer. After the per-
fOrmance there was ball and the festival
closed with concert and fireworks in the
garden. The attendance was very large ,and
the proceeds Of the sale OF tickets will &C
10 the German-day fund.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
Recention 20 DIR. Hoge.

TIE Wilmington On. o. Messenger OF
Sunday says: The reception 20 the Rev.
Moses d. Hoge last night at the Presby-
terian manse, on Fourth and Orange streets,
lightful social occasion. DR.. Hogc was in
fine health and spirits, and large numbers
had the pleasure Of an introduction so
the distinguished divine. The reception
lasted from 8 20 10 O'clock. and the callers
were invited 10 refreshments.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
THE GRAND CAMP TO MEET.
Veterans to Assemble in Fredericksburg
ON the 9Th Of June.

The Grand Camp Of Confederate Vete-
rams. Department Of Virginia, will convene
in Fredericksburg on Wednesday, June
10th:
On the morningof that day the Confede-
rate monument will be unveiled N Frede-
ricksburg with imposing ceremonies, anda
great crowd is expected to be present;
The Camp will meet al 7. NJ. Colonel
W. p. Smith. of this city, is grand com
mander and Captain Thomas Elicit Is adj
jutant.
The Grand Camp is composed of the
past grand commanders, the commanders
of local camps, or the senior officer OF
such organization present, and one dele
gate for every 100 members or fraction
thereof.
The coming meeting is going to be one
of much interest, AMI a large attendance
is expected. The visitors Will be the
guests Of Maury Camp, OF winch MAJOR
Daniel NJ Lee is commander.
1t was some time ago determined TO have
il when the monument was unveiled, ana
Colonel Smith yesterday received letter
from Major Lee informing him that it had
been decided to unyeil the monument on
June 10th.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
The Dnx of Ercur.ion..

Whit-MondaY was quite generally cele-
bratsd yesterday. A number of manufac-
turing establishments gave the entire day,
aud Others suspended operations at noon.
There we're numerous excursions, private
and general train-load OF excursionists
went each to West Point, Ashland Park,
and Providence Forge. A large number Of
private pie-nics were given at the Reser-
voir Parks and Seven Pines. These, with
other pleasure-seekers, made the day one
of the busiest Of the year in street-car
traffic. There were many visitors to the
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
AUCTION SALES TO-DAY.

LANES r. ELAN & CO., o p NJ, forty-eisht
lots adjoining Chimborazo Park.
r. n. CHAPLIN a CO., 8 p. NJ, lots on Ashland,
ClaIborne, Randolph, and Blair streets.
W. b. FRAYsER, IL A. NJ, COWS, horses, wagon
and harness
UtfDsON a CO., 1 p. NJ, al Richmond md 70
torsburg railroad depot, bananas
1 n. VALENTINE, 1880 A. NJ, tools. house
hold furniture, clothing, &c.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19

an extended visit to the national capital.
Among those present were Miss Ellen
Hale. of Bellefonte. Pa. Miss May McFal
Miss Rie Patton. Mrs. Hurlbort Miss Jack,
and Messrs. Christian, Davis, Smyth, Veua-
bic. and others. Judge Christian Is noted
Virginia jurist. having been on the bench
for TWENTY-FIVE years. twelve OF them on
the Court of Appeals and part Of the time
as president Of that body.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
CniIisinn of FreIshtTrnIns.

There was collision of freights on tho
Jamcs-River Division OF the Chesapeake
and Ohio railway yesterday which SO
blockaded tho tracks that the mail train
due hero nj half-past o'clock in tho eve
ming did not arrive until quarter 10 II
of the accident
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
Raum, sr., also Dislnclined to Resign.
TBy telegraph TO tho Dspatch.l

WAsHISGToN. May 1s.-Pension Commits
sioner Raum has returned to Washington
from visit to Chicago. An Associated
Press reporter this evening called his at
tention TO the statements that he cOntem-
plated resignlng his Office. In reply the
Commissioner said:
Il have not said it was my intention to
resign, but have SAID that i could not
undertake 10 administer so important
trust as the Office of Commissioners OF
Pensions without the confidence and sup
port of the President and Secretary OF the
Interior, and now say that l have too
much personal regard for the President
and too great desire for the success OF
his administration to give him any en-
barrassment." 80
MIR. Raum added that his relations with
Secretary Noble are pleasant; that he be-
lieved he had the confidence OF the fresl-
dent. and that lac does not contemplate re-
signing. He wished the public TO under
stand that there IS a coterte of men III wash
ington who are conspiring TO break down
his character as public officer and pri-
yate citizen and TO bring the Pension Ot-
fee into public disrepute.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
F,nar,,of Mrs. Harrison.

The funeral of Mrs. Margaret A. L. Har;
rison. who died Sunday morning was heid
Third Presbyterian church.
The deceased was in her seventy-tourth
year. She was the mother of Messrs. Il.
ii. NJ, Nathaniel. and Carter Harrison, the
last of whom she survived just tour weeks.
II was the fatigue and excitement attend
ant upon the illness and death OF her son
that hastened her death.
Mrs. Harrison was the daughter OF the
late John Heath Of CurIs Neck, ana
widow of John Nicholas Harrison. Her
death occurred at the residence OF her son
In-law, Mr.. H. b. Ellington.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19

unnhstnnnn for Soldiers, Grnvcs.

Mr.. J. II. Brown, the proprietor Of the
marble and grani,e-works on the corner
of Main and Madison streets, has recently
presented 10 the ladies Of the Hollywood
Memorial Association. through Mrs. John
Rogers. six headstOnes % mark the graves
Of soldiers recently inferred in Hollywood
from the Soldiers Home. Such generosity
is worthy of imitation and deserves the
thanks Of the community at large as well
az of the ladies' of the association.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
Sunday Siaht a1arn.

alarm of FIRE was sent in from Station As,
corner st. james and Duval streets. The
cause was the burning of coal-house ON
the north end OF 81. James street. The
damage was trifilng.
While No. (Third-street) engine and
hose-carriage was out answering tins alarm
some one pulled the box (No. 81 at their
house Whether this was done through
Ignorance or purposely could not be
learned
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
nIeh in the Hall.

William Robertson. a colorcd prisonerat
the city Jail, died suddenly .esterday
morning at o'clock from hemorrhaee of
the lungs. Coroner Taylor held an inquest
over the remains and decided that No
blame was 20 be attached 30 the prison au-
thOrities. Deceased was twenty-five years
old. He was incarceratod for stealing. and
his term would have expired next Jan.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19

Anna Louise whitcomb, second alto. The
ladies are as attractive IN presence as In
their vocal achievements, and tho musicale
was a very ENJOYABLE one. Misses Nichols.
Roberts. and Whitcomb rendered songs.
the latter showing phenomenally low
voice. almost masculine IN character, and
Miss Worster performed a piano-forte So
lection beside playing all tho accompani-
ments. The Qdartette singing was exqui.
site in the rare blending OF voices and
artistic shading, and the solos were all
very sweetly sung.
The audience was large and thoroughly
enjoved the programme. as was shown by
the numerous esco1es and generous ap-
nlausa
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
How the Cinbs Stand.
NATIONAL LEAGUE.
Drowned Mt Midnight.
rnr telorrnnh to the Dispatch

Aspuny PARK, n. j., May l8.--Frank Out,
81 eGed seventeen years, and Edward
Way,,n saav aged nineteen years, were drown
MHatiIi sd AZ midnight on SATURDAY BY the up up
s'nsntS ssasraS miles north of Freehold. The
twenSy ~ the unfortunate young men
iL,eaud dregeed the pond on Sunday without l,
fnding the bodies, The water IVA was xitb suIll
~ ~ = saw feet of each other.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19

The following from the Washington Post
refers TO q distinguished member OF the
Richmond bar who recently moved to
Washington and 10 his accomplished wife;
Mrs. Judge Christian, of 144S N street
northwest, gave an elegant entertainment
Saturday night in honor of her sister, Miss
Susenne Jack, Of Pennsylvania, who Is on
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
Rcturn ofDr Hoce.

DR.. Hoge returned home last night from
his visits to Columbia, S. c., and Whining
ton, n. G. On Wednesday night last he
commenced a series of services IN the
First Presbyterian church Of Wilmington,
which continued during the week. On
Sunday he preached both morning and
night, the night sermon being TO young
men, and in the afternoon delivered an
address TO the Young Mems Christian
A.aoafotsar, A
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
FLoRlDAs eIeHTIETH BALLOT.
Rloxham Said to he the Governors Choice
for Appointment.

TBy telegraph to the Dispatchl
T11AHAssFE, FLA, May 1s. - The
se1entv-eipbth ballot in the JOINT Demo
cyatjc caucus tonight was as follows
Caii 80: Mnys, 40; Bloxham, 2. Call held
bis own and Mays lost four. The seventy
NTH and eightieth ballots were Just
alike: Cali. 81; Mays, AZ; Bloxham: 2.
The Secretary announced Just before ad.
iournment after the eightieth ballot that
he had made an error IN counting the
seyentv-eighth ballot and that IL sn0ulu
be: Call, 81; MAYS, IL; Bloxhami =. - 6iIM- IN
Gmvernor Gov. Fleming for appointment in case
the LEGISLATURE fails TO elect.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
CITY cir.nitcanrf.

The May term Of the City Circuit Court
began yesterday. Only civil cases were
considered.
The Court confirmed the following trus-
tees:
OF the congregation Beth Shaiome:
Ezekiel J. Levy. Henry II. Levy. and JACOB
l.. Ezekiel.
OF the congregation Sir Moses Monte
fore: N. Cohen, s. Stem, aud j. Oppic-
man.
Several suits were dismissed.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
CoIored PeopIe Hold SeveraI MeetIngs.

At o'clock yesterday afternoon q
largely attended meeting was held in the
grove az eolored church in Tuckshoa
district, at which there was a JOINT dis
cusslon between Sheriff Southwayd and
w. L. Vessels. Treasurer Anderson and
several others made speeches. Things
were quite exciting st this meeting. There
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
Tho A u uIii Mnnnmnnf.

Work on the A. p. Hill monument, 20 be
located az the intersection Of the Her
uhtage road and Iaburnum avenue. has
been commenced. Mr.. James Netherwocd
has the contract for the stone work and
the bronze figure is to be after a design
by Mr.. w. l.. Sheppard. A full descrip-
ton of the monument and its approaches
has already been given in the DISPATCH.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
coLoRED DEcORATloN-DAY.
A Large Crowd at the CemetcrIes-The
Exercises.

ENerCIsts.
Yesterday afternoon the negro cemete-
ries. which are situated north of the city,
were thronged with colOred people, the oc-
casiOn being colored DecoratIon-day.
In Ham cemetery a stand had been erect
ed for the speakers, and at half-past
O'Clock the exercises began with hymn,
followed by a prayer by Rev. Thomas
Hewlett. A second hymn was sung, ait sr
which a young colored man named Broohs
made few remarks explaining the objects
of the large gathering and closed by intro;
ducing Giles B. Jackson as the orator OF
the day.
Jackson made very sensible address,
which was well received by his hearers.
The exercises closed with the Doxology.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
THE FLORENCE MORBlNG.
DIR. Jacques Says the Assault Was can Ac-
ciIent" without Significance"

tBy telegraph to the Dispatch.l
BALTIMORE, May 18.-Dr. w. w. Jacques,
of Boston, who was recently assaulted IN
Florence, Italy, has written TO his brother
in-law. Mr.. b. Howard Haman. of Balti-
moro. giving an account of the occurrence.
DIR. jacques and his ten-year-old daughter
had been shopping and sightseeing. On
our wav to the hotel" he writes, we
turned into a square and our carriage was
Immediately surrounded by a bowling mob
Of several hundred persons. The crowd
was composed of workmen who had
been endeavoring TO hold O May day
meeting, which had been dispersed
by the troops. Our carriage was the
first object that appeared in sight after
their contact with the troops and IL seemed
to infuriate them. The street had been
recently repaired. and piles Of stores were
at hand These were hurled at US by the
mob tried to raise the top Of the car
rage, but could not do so. Taking the
child IN my arms. | raised an umbrella
over us. and we escaped with slight injury.
The affair has no significance and was a
pure accident
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19

A special session of the Hastings Court
grand Jury will be held to-day TO investi-
gate the four charges against Lewis Booker
Of misappropriating money belonging 10
Edward HanewinckeL
The physical condition Of the accused is
much improved of late. his medical at
tendant having discontinued his visits.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
.ny. A. w. Reduction in PASSENGER hassS
TBy telegraph TO the Dispatch

po.,.ovv Va. Nav lS.--The Norfolk ana
~ hoASohs'; h1so';lr@ad viii revise ITS passenger
western d ,S,r, ,,rt on the new schedule June
tarih Fspst spI Class fare is reduced from 81 to
ISL; HSs,'il nsT mile: second-class fare from
cents per a nants-s mt, reduction of IA per
70 '1iD dyst.eiass fare and 10 per cent. IN
een,; aod - class lass fare. The reduction Is maae
oT'oet 81 account Of On increase IN passenger
nlo
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
! ve,e about as many wh,te people ss

were about a. many white people -
colored ones present.
No, far below Rockets, there was largely
attended meeting last night under the
anspices of the white Republicans w. IL
Vessells and Mr. southwsrd divided time,
and there were several other. spseches.
Vessels represents tho independent move.
ment and Is supporting the Dem9cfa'io
ticket. ,a.,.
The Independent Colorcd Republicans
Of Fairfield held their weekly meeting iass
night. Seven new members were elected
and after the transaction OF routine pusi-
ness speeches were made by Lewis fottes'
John Gibbs. w. v. Carter, W. L. sessels'
and Washington Page.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19

ASGOsTURA BIrrERs, the world-renowned ap-
petizer and invgoratOr. Used now over the
whole civilized world. Try 1t, but beware Oh
limitations. ASK for the genuine article, manu-
fac,ured by DR.. j. q. B. siegert & Sons
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
Chickens and Eggs.

Victory Poultry Food adds greatly to
the fowls laying. and have never seen a
case of gapes in young chickens when 1t
was used. Now / would as soon do with
out salt in my food as to undertake to raise
fowls without Polk Miller's Chicken
Food" WILLS W. HoDsoS.
pO,rh0t1r colilflL Va
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
Fairfield Meeting To- Night.

There will be grand Democratic meet
ing tonight ut 1Iarding's Shop under the
auspices of the Fairfield Club. All men,
bers Of the club and all white voters Of the
county are invited 10 attend. There Will
be addresses by All NJ the candidates and by
Hon. George ID. WISE. ID. q. Richardson,
n. NJ Smith, and others. Music wIl be
furnished hy Fairfield Band.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
The noz,rt Musicale.

The Schubert Ladies' Quar.ette of Bos-
ton was the attraction at the Mozart mast
oaIe last evening. The quartette il COM
posed of Misses Maud Nichols, first so
prano Jennie Barker Worster, second so
prano; Elizabeth Roberts. frst alto, and
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
. n.rbed.wire Factory No More

5o,,vr III. May 1s.--The works OF i,ldi. "a.
JOLT, JoL. EVt,,,ternfise Company were entlrel, nol,
Joliet hhtc !a ~ invoiving a loss of Sl25, ,OOO
burned to-usS. sao 900 Three hundred meI
insufbbo ib,own out Of work. The CON e1Inpsh, stc
are .a ,.,assc,ured barbed wire. wire nSiis' cue
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
Erin fn nnfch Gnn To- Nlrhf.

The FIRST moonlight excursion OF the
season VIII be given To- Dutch Gap tonight
under the auspices Of the ladies Of the
Church of the Covenant. The Ariel will
leave her wharf at 1880 O'clock. The 10
dies will have good supper and refresh
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
Attention R..l r.,.,s ps.l.r..

But little money will be required n
purchase those beautiful Chimboraxo-
Park lots to be sold this evening under {
deed VI trust. Sale positive. 0mnibus
VIII leave the Office Of .. u. Elsm = Co.
Auctioneers, promptly st &S0 Z. N.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19

is one of the chief blessings Of ever
home. To always insure good eustards,
puddings, sauces, etc.. use Gail Borden
sRagleh Brand Condensed Milk. Direc-
tions on the label. Sold by your grocer
and druggist.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
THE BARNABY POISONING CASE.
Dr. Graves Arrested-NIiss sallie Hhnley
Indicted, 1t IS Said.

IBy telegraph to the Dspatch.l
DENVER, COL, May 1s.-Dr. Graves was
arrested this afternoon and taken to, the
county iail. where he will spend at least
one night. Tomorrow he will have
Iaor;nG when the ouestion as TO whether
he will be admitted 10 bail or not will be
decided. 1t is said upon good authority
that Miss Sallie Hanley has also been in
dicted. The theory is that Mrs. Graves
wrote the label on the bottle, sent to
Mrs. Barnabv. while Miss Hanley carried
il 10 Boston and mailed it there. Detec-
tive Hanscom, who has had charge OF the
case at Providence, went East last night 10
secure further evidence.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19

MALARIA cured and eradicated from the sys-
tenn by BROWNS IRON BIrTERs, which enrfches
the blood, tones the nerves, aids digestion. Ao,s
like a charm on persons IN general III heai'n'
giving new energy and strength.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
. s..,La of sewer-workers.
= - 5.. .n,sgranb % tho Dispatch.l

lBy telegraph " -. Two Thousand
fersnSSed 10 sewer work struck ,,ar .o.Su day
TronbIs lSr ai 10 il feared when tho c0n''a0''''
bring ip outside men,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
DESTRUCTIVE FOREST FIRES.
West Virginia Farm-Houses swept Away
A village In Panic.
TBv telegraph % the Dispatch

[By telegraph TO the Dispatch
TpppA ALTA. w. Va, May 1s.--Destruc-
tive forest fires have been raging IN t. the
Cheat River mountains for week. IraU'
of 5000 acres north OF here mas pcen ' uut A. -
ed over and number OF larIu-houSoo ~.
oiaryTc ia felt rs the town is almost entirely
@surrounded by the burning forests.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
ror narrnin, 10 Renl E.ta,e

don't fail 10 attend the trustees sale of
Cham borazo-park lots this evening at S
O'clock. Omnibus will leave the offco Of
j. B. Elan q CO.. auctioneers, az $50 sharp.
Read tho advertisement under auction
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-05-19
Two State Boar,iers

The following convicts were receivedat
the penitentary yesterday;
Mary Burbine, from Williamsburg, 10
serve three years for arson, and Darlington
Brown (colored). from this city, to serve
one ycar for malicious assault