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The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01
Going to Birmingham.

The pastor of the First Baptist
Church, Rev. o. F. Flippo, will leave
for birmingham this morning to attend
tho meeting OF the Southern Baptist
convention. He will board tho Baptist
train at Chattanooga on Thursday morn
ing, stopping in tho meanwhile to fill
lecture engagements at Bristol, Rogers.
vile, Morristown and Knoxville. Mayor
Evans. DR.. James, Mr.. VIM. Lunsford
and perhaps others from this COM
munity will take tho regular train from
this city next Wednesday evening.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01

THE letter printed elsewhere from
Mr.. e. X. Sergeant, Jr.. president of the
Virginia Blanket Mills Company, soon
to be in active operation in Roanoke, is
timely. The farmers of Southwest
Virginia are eagerly seeking the latest
and best information regarding sheep
raising and will be glad to learn the
ideas of one so we'll posted as Mr.. Sar-
geant.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01

Mr.. Bomberger and Miss Smith Married
very pretty and interesting wedding
took place in this city at O'Clock on
the afternoon Of the 3Oth at the resi-
denoe Of Mr. Henry Smith, it being the
event of the marriage of his accom-
plishe6 daughter, Jennie, to Mr.. Ii. S.
Bomberger, Of Boonsboro. Md. The
rooms were very handsomely decorated
and the air laden with the perfume of
beautiful flowers.
AS the sweet strains of Lohengrin's
Wedding March pcaled out the couple,
handsomely arrayed, presented them
selves and were united in the holy bonds
by the Rev. Lewis Reiter, of the Re-
formed denomination of this city. The
execution Of the celebrated Lohengrin's
Wedding March was one of the happy
features. rendered with great skill by
Prof. Paul Goerner, one of Virginia's
most talented musicians. Many costly
and beautiful presents were received
from friends at home and abroad. The
happy couple left Immediately on the
$3.50 train for an extended trip to the
Eastern ciUies, after which they will re-
turn to Boonsboro, Md, where they
will make their future home.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01
4Os Left 20 "Uo I,usines."

The First Baptist Church in this city
on Wednesday night granted letters Of
dismission to Mrs. VIM. Lunsford and
six other members Of her communion
living in Vinton, to unite with other
Baptists in organizing Baptist Church
in Vinton. These diminutions, with tho
forty members dismissed to join the
Cavalry Baptist Church in this city,
leave the old mother church with 402
children ''to do business" as DIR.
Hatcher says, "at the old stand" There
was a large prayer-meeting congrega-
ton present on Wednesday night. Capt.
John IL. Wright made fine talk on the
evil effects Of critical and caviling
hearing and reading Of the word Of God.
One was received by letter, and one was
baptized at the close Of the service. The
pastor, DR.. Hippo. gave the hand of
fellowship to fifteen new members last
Sunday.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01
The Close of the Season.


Chas. w. Beckner is popular man in
Roanoke. That fact was fully attes ted
last night ty the packed house at his
benefit. In point of lumber and social
distinction 1t was the finest audience
that has been in the Opera House this
season. Patti Rosa was the attraction,
and it would have been difficult to have
selected superior ono. She came here
with splendid reputation, and she
added to 1T while here. AS soubrette
she stands at the head of her class.
Versatile, sprightly, and when necessity
required. arising to heavier and stronger
parts, she quickly won her way into the
hearts OF the audience. Her musical
specialties were greatly enjoyed, and
her dancing was delight. The sup
porting company was very good.
Mr.. Bert Coote, as the American in
England, was typical Yankee drum
mer and his manner Of selling corner
lots in Florida made a great hit. Mr.
Arnold De voy, as John MEG ulligan,
the Irish servant, gave splendid por-
trayal of an Irish flunkey. Miss Alice
Irving, as Mercy Winden, was very
sweet and pretty, and the rest of the
company sustained their parts to the
entire satisfaction of the audience.
The Elks, who attended the perform
ance in body, held social session at
Thompson's after the show and had as
their guests the members Of the COM
pany. Waller Huff was elected chair
man and the fines waxed fast and fur
ious. Toasts were made, songs sung
and every one departed for home, fully
convinced that the Elks are 1.-THE
people"
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01

THE April mortuary record shows a
marked change from that of March, the
total decreasing from SIS to Al, or nearly
"a per cent. This decrease Is entirely
among the colored people. of whom 80
died in March and only 10 in April.
This marked change is undoubtedly
traceably directly to the change to more
seasonable and favorable weather.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01

one price of land worth ss5 an acre and
another S25 foot is that upon the lat
ter is gathered the personal property
which the tax gatherer would attack by
law.
If reality is directly increased in value
by the presence OF personal property
then it is suicidal to drive away per-
sonal property by taxation.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01

If it be true that inspector Byrnes
and his staff OF detectives has captured
Jack the Ripper" the world will soon
be rid of monster whose depravity and
general beastliness are unparalleled
and out of human conception.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01

THE numerous meetings of stock
holders and directors Of various promin-
emit companies. which will be held in
Roanoke next week, bear testimony to
the Importance of organized capital and
effort in developing our resources, and
to the fact that Roanoke is tho great
business center of Southwest Virginia.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01
ROANOKE, VA. MAY 1. 1891.

The TINES has the largest
circulation of any paper print
ed in Southwest Virginia.
Press room, mailing list and
subscription books open to the
Inspection of advertisers.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01
Who is the New Preacher !?

At recent session of the First Pros
byterian Church young man from
Baltimore was called to take charge OF
the work in East Roanoke and Vinton.
lie will come on the LIST Of June. His
name has not been given out.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01
Personal PROPERTY TAXATION.


The subject Of taxing personal pro-
perty Is again up for active discussion
before the Pennsylvania legislature.
Several new lights have been cast upon
it by the argument OF Mr.. II. c. Lea,
himself a large land owner. He argues
forcibly against taxing personal prod
erty OF any form.
1t is plain to every one, with any
knowledge of the subject, that The tax
ing of personal property is fruitful
source OF personal dishonesty. There
is in it such a fagrant invasion of the
privacy of persons business and affairs
that the natural resentment felt is ex-
pressed by evasion of the letter and
spirit of tho tax law.
Mr.. Lea points out that tho presence
in a town OF these personal and moro
or less tangible properties has direct
and indirect effect on real estate val
ues. The main difference that makes
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01
" IRGINIA EMPLOYMENT BU-
REAU.

1921 Water street, Norfolk, Va.
BENZ. f. Walden, PROP'R.
Clerks, Mechanics, Coachmen, Por.
tiers, Cooks, Gardeners, Farmers, La
Dorers, etc. Servant Girls furnished
from the North at short notice. La.
borers furnished Contractors in any
part OF America. Help a speciality.
Will furnish Southern colored help for
Northern situations
Select White and Colored help spe-
cial feature. febl4-3mos.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01

CEMEN7 Work.. F. ST.
~ Johns iimeolithic patent nrti-
ticial stor.. Cement work OF every
description; sidewalks. cellar bot
toms, Lawn walks, curbing, thing and
ornamental cement work. Office on
Shenandoah avenue, next door
HoanoR Milling Co. apr2l-3mo
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01
April Mortuary Record.

The following is the mortuary report
for the month OF April as procured from
tho undestakers' certificates Of death:
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01

The property of the Roanoke Gas and Water
Company on Mill Mountain is now attracting
great attention. Come early and let us drive
you over it. The view from the mountain over
looking the city is superb. The altitude of the
property, its nearness to the city and the mag
nificent view of Roanoke and the valley which
it commands make it the most desirable pror.
erty now on the market Come early and let us
show it to you.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01

VIRGINIA CEMENT COMPANY.
General Contrctors-Plain aud
Ornamental Conent Pavcmcnts.
Stone Work of subscriptions. No.
Salem avenue, loanOko, Va.
Spout Stones, nlinY and CURLING.
Wet Cellars speciality. All orders
promptly ATTENDED to.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01

NOTICE.
The firm of e. II. Stewart & Co., INV
ing disposed of its business to the Ell.
Stewart Furniture Co., beg leave to tn
der their thanks for the liberal patrn-
age bestowed on them. and request O
continuance Of the same for the NV
Firm. ALI persons indebted to us vii
please come forward and close their Il.
counts either by cash or notes.
+. II. STEWART & CO.
april 80, 1891. maY130
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01

Nv ARE LOCATED cornr jeff
w crson street and First avenue
&c. Enter either at IAN Jtiferson
street or First avenue s. o.LOOK-
ABlLL'S PRINTING HOUSE.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01
AN ELECTORAL REFORM.

The legislature Of Michigan, Demo
cratic in both branches, has passed an
act the effects of which may become of
the utmost impOrtan; 80 in bearing upon
tho next Presidential election. This
act provides for. tho election of Presi
dental electors by Congressional dis
tricts with two to be chosen from two
larger districts into which the whele
State will be divided. BY this means
over half of the Presidential electors
of that hitherto Republican State will
be thrown into the Democratic column
Republican papers will undoubtedly
set up cry of partisan unfairness, but
it is not unfair. On the contrary it IS
st, p toward election reform in the meth
eds Of choosing the President and Vice
President. At present the whole issue
is dependent On the action of the So
called pivotal States. New York, New
Jersey, Connecticut and Indiana, par
ticularly the first and last, have dicta-
ted terms to one or both of the leading
parties on account of their inflated val.
ues as pivots.
This is wrong. A vote in Texas COR
President ought to have the same poten.
tial value as one in New York Yet
10000 Texas Democrats, the usual
party majority, are absolutely super
duons, unnecessary and powerless in
selecting President. The same is true
of some GO,OOO Republicans in pennsyl-
wanna, and in more or less degree one
way or the other in every State in the
Union.
1t is plain that If all electors were
chosen by Congressional districts that
this suppression OF minority and casting
away Of majority votes would be less
encd in marked degree. 1t is also
true that at present there are many
Democratic legislatures in States which
are reckoned in the Republican column,
while the opposite is not true, and the
Democracy would profit most by the
hange.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01

MIR. Thompson and Miss Walden Married.
Eugene Thompson and Miss Cora
Walden were married at the Presby-
terrain manse Wednesday night at Z
o'clock by Rev. DR.. w. c. Campbell.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01

Entered at the Postofnce at Roanoke as SEQ
dud-class matter.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01
l.. FINKLE,

L. FINKLE,
Painting, frescoing, paper-hanging and
furniture renovating speciality. Refer
ences: c. R. Wertz, w. j. & L. Blair
and E. A. Conn. Address care of T1MEr
oince' apr14-1mo
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01

WRITING TABLETS, EVERY
~ variety. Finest Writing Papers
~ sheet, quire, pound or ton.
GRAVATT'S BOOK STORE.
apit-om Salem avenue.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01
BUSINESS NOTICES.

ITO PATRONS OF STREET sPRIlK-
r. LER.
Owing to the exorbitant rent chafed
by the Gas and Water Company Tor
water used by street sprinkler, Inn
compelled to discontinue it.
may1-1t Il. S. KENNERLY
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01

NOTICE.
The business formerly conducted by
James Devon, No. 104 Campbell street,
and 10. Rochet, No. 90 Commerce street,
and T.. We lsak, Main street, Salem, Va,
have formed co-partnershlp, and will
in the future conduct the business at
the above named places under thename
of Devon Sc Walsack. They will be
pleased to SEQ all their former p.trons,
and guarantee satisfaction.
Apl.3o-1w. .SDEVON & WALSAK.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01

Advertising rates made known on applioa-
Non.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01

THE WEEKLY TIMES.
THE WEEKLY TINES, containing tho news OF
tho week in q more condensed form, one year.
eI.00 in advance.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1891-05-01
THE ROANOKE TIMES.
TERMS, BY MAIL, Postage Prcpaid.)
TELEPHONE NUMBER 124.

THE TIMES Is delivered In Roaroko, Salem
aud Vinton every morning by carriers for 80
cents per month.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1891-10-17

country. The veterans came from all
sections of the land. Here and there
in the procession could be seen n grey
uniform, but only grey TO demonstrate
how the conquered can respect the
conqueror. The grey was greeted
with tnunders of applause from the
admiring multitudes along the line of
march.
Members Of the Civic societies TO the
extent of 10, 600 were in line.
Excursion trains from all directions
came in last night and early this morn.
ing. Over 251,OL0 strangers are in the
city.
The procession moved shortly after
noon. Headed by platoon of police
twenty-four abreast. The first COM
pany reached Lincoln park, four miles
distant, before the tail end passed the
starting point Three hundred thou
sand people were waiting at the park
in hopes TO witness the ceremony. OF
course many were disappointed.
The procession OF veterans was led
by the survivors of the Army OF the
Tennessee, of which Gen. Grant
was the first commander. Griz-
ely and gray veterans they
were too, their white locks telling n
story of military glory. of heritage
grand and undivided Cen. Nelson A.
Miles acted as chief marshal. A marine
parade was one of the features This
was led by the United States steamer
Michigan. The scene on Lake Michi-
gan was imposing
Gen. Walter q. Gresham OF the Army
of the Tennessee delivered the grafton
from the base OF the monument. lie
paid an eloquent tribute to the life
and services of the great commander.
AS he retired volleys of military sa-
lutes were fired in different sections OF
the city and from the United States
gunboats.
On the morning of July %, 1855,
Grants life passed out. Before noon
Chicago was draped in mourning.
Gen. Joseph Stockton OF the Lincoln
park commission within two hours OF
the receiving of the news had estab-
lished the movement which has re-
suited in the appearing OF the Grant
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1891-10-17

Mrs. Calvin Brice Is not only an nc
complished lady. but IL scholar and a
good Judge OF books. She has books
within reach all the time. no matter
where she is--old stand-bys that
never get old. She has also bibli-
opolists love for early editions and
fine bindings. and some OF the rare
volumes are most beautiful. A set OF
the Lakeside poets. bound in calf.
cmbellishcd with inlaid work in
selected leather. with fly leaves OF
fine brocade. was one OF the most at-
tractive loans at the last Grolier club.
Other standard works In covers OF
ivory, wood. pearl, vellum, leather
and cloth. variously and quantity dec
Grated. represent the lost arts OF the
bookbinder. Mrs Brlce delights TO
pick up old publications and rebind
them I'm small volumes. Some idea OF
tho price set upon these prize books
may be inferred from the fact that
they are put In the safe In the Fifth
avenue house every night along with
the other valuables.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1891-10-17

300 men, almost half the regiment, fell
in the space of four hours. At Chicka-
manga the Twenty-trst gained glory
and honor but lost most of the men.
The survivors gathered this morning
10 march in the place assigned them in
the parade. At their head was borne
the flag that floated over the regimen
tai headquarters wnen Grant was
chosen its colonel. The flag is tattered
and torn but Is priced above all other
mementoes OF the regiment.
Mrs. Gen. Grant arrived yesterday
afternoon ut o'clock from New
York and was met AT the train by MIR.
and Mra Potter Palmer, whose guest
she is during her stay in Chicago.
The Society of The Army of the Ten
nesSee gave a banquet tonight. IL
was fitting close TO the days pro-
ccedings.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1891-10-17

For the bath proper there Is
nothing like soap and water, but TO
do the dainty part afterward the fol-
lowing preparation is recommended;
Have your druggist mix for you one
ounce tincturc OF benzoin. ten drops
oil OF neroli. and ten drops oil OF
lemon. To use this perfume add n
tablespoonful OF 1t TO about II pint of
warm water. IL will turn as white as
milk and the real perfume will be
given of. whereas while in the bottle
1t has anything but n pleasing odor-
Now. after your bath. just take soft
cloth and go over yourself with this
milk. dry thoroughly. and you will
smell like bunch OF violeis The
perfume may be altered TO suit you,
or you may add any handkerchief ex-
tract. but don't omit the benzoin. for
that is what gives permancnce To the
perfume and softness aud smoothness
TO the skin.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1891-10-17

One OF the interesting married
ladies In Washington society Is the
wife OF Senator Dwight NJ. Sabin. OF
Minnesota. Mrs. Sabin was Miss
Ellen Amelia Hutchins. OF Norwich.
Conn. OF an old family OF Eastern
Connecticut. She is very beautiful
and popular. and is one OF the most
attractive ladies OF the senatorial
circle. The domestic life OF Senator
and Mrs. Sabin is touchingly pathetic.
Mrs. Sabin was left an orphan when
very young which created tender
place In her heart for children
bercft by cruel death OF the tender
care OF parents and sheltering com
fort and training OF home. Having
no children OF her own. she has taken
unto herself liberal family OF nine
children by adoption for support
These homeless little ones form an in
tcrestlng picture OF the amount OF
happiness which kind and motherly
heart can bring into this world. Two
OF the little ones. Blanche and Ethel
Raymond. seven and nine years old.
are the children OF the late Delegate
Raymond OF Dakota
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1891-10-17

A Tunisian girl has no chance OF
marriage unless she tips the scale at
200 pounds. and to that end she COM
mences TO fattcn when she Is ID years
old. She takes aperients and eats a
great deal OF sweet stutfs. and leads n
scdentary life 10 hasten the process.
Up TO 10 she is very handsome, but
at 20 what an immense, unwieldly
mass OF fat she becomes.
She waddles and undulates along
the street Her costume Is very pic
turesquc. especially II she be OF the
richer class They are clothed In
fine silks OF resplcudent hues OF bright
yellow or green. and wear conical-
shaped head dress. from which de-
ponds loose. white drapcry. Turk
ish trousers and dainty slippers, the
heel OF which barely reaches the mid
die OF tho foot complete the costume.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1891-10-17

He cannot walk, he cannot speak.
Nothing he knows OF books or men:
He IL tho weakest of tho weak,
And has not strength to hold pen.
He has no pocket and no purse,
Nor ever yet has owned penny,
But has more riches than his nurse
Because he wants not any.
He rules his parents by n cry,
And holds them captive by q smile:
A dcspot strong through infancy,
A king from lack of guile.
He lies upon his back and crows.
Or looks with grave eyes on his mother;
What can he meant But suppose
They understand zach other
Indoors and out. early and late,
There is no limit to his sway;
For, wrapt In baby robes OF state,
He governs night and day.
Kisses no takes as rightful due,
And Turk like has his slaves 10 dress
him;
His subjects bend before him, too;
I'm ono of them. God bless him.
--Washington Star.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1891-10-17
VERY IMPOSING SCENES
ATTEND THE UNWILLING or
GRANT MONUMENT.
Nearly BssIr . MILLION People Turn
Ous tn Chscage- ssssry and n~s-
sic Scared Veterans without
number

CHICAGO. Oct s-This day viii pass
into the history OF Chicago as the
greatest she has ever seen. IL will
pass into the history of the Nation as
a day OF great event II will MAI an
epoch In the history OF great men OF
all times
At Lincoln Park. Chicago. to-day
was unveiled a statue 10 military
hero who has had no peer in the
worlds history. The Grant monu-
ment will In years hence fade 10 dust.
like all works OF men. but the name OF
the great man inscribed In the cold
marble plate will live forever.
Never before did such a crowd
throng the streets OF Chicago. rs lined
the thoroughfares OF the city to-day
and watched the almost endless pro-
procession OF veterans and military
societies march To the music of hun
dreds OF bands that played airs appro-
pirate 70 the occasion.
1t would be impossible to estimate
the extent of the procession. IL would
hardly be exaggerating it TO state that
it was the largest ever formed in this