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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25
An Ola Homestead Burned.

The Old residence known "a "Wlnnsyilir,' IN
Fuvauun county, was completely destroyed bY
lire on TGedday morning. To Nas q large aud
handsome brick buIdIug with mHly wings. COW
cred With slate, and erected Iu The year lNl9 Tor
Captain JOha VIM, and was the nome OF mo
family for many years. With the single exception
cf General John II. Cookies residence, " Brcmc, '
this was tue only bri's building then In the
county, ana was alGndmark well known through
out that section OF the state.
At the time Of the tire Mr. T. j. VIM, Jr. q
grandson of the original owner, was resident
there. and. with the exception OF a few articles,
lost Nil hiH household furniture and personal ci-
fects. As there vas no insurance the present
owner Of the property, Mrs. ". }. Henson, sus-
fnlun1 Aerl.us lOes.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25
PERSONAL
NOTICES NOTICEll

Having qualified As administrator for J. B.
GLENN, deceased, l hereby notify all parties In
debted y the estate 10 come forward and settle
their aC<0unt' and all parties 10 whom the es-
tate Is Indebted to qualify 10 their claims before
notary public and send thom IN, so that they
may be MED and paid pro rata when tao court
orders. A. A. GLENN,
no 25-d&wlt administrator.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25
A Holiday In stanton.
Observed n Lexington
WED0eD ON THANKsGlWNG-OAY.
Miss Claire II. Nicholas becomes the
Bride Of Mr. Il. \. Williams.


Bride Of sir. II. \. Williams.
Mr.. r. Aubrey Williams and Miss Claire
II. Nicholas were married Yesterday morn
ina M ll:I5 O'Clock At the residence OF Tho
brides COUSIN. MI John Anderson, No.
Aej west Clay street. The parIors were
prettily decorated Wi h palms aad ferns
and anumoer Of friends witnessed tho core
mory. which was performed Cy Rev. Dr..
William +. Hatcher. His, Mamie Ander-
son pres ded at the organ bic 'rs. Arcnol
Williams brother Of the groom aud John
Anderson acted as Ushels. The bride wa7
at,Irrd ~ travelling suit OF gray, with
ha. and gloves 10 match.
After toe wedlluc the newlr-wedded
couple left on the train of the Richmond
fredericksburg and Potomac railroad ior
q northern trip.
The groom, who Is an estimabla young
man. ~ well-Guown CLERK OF the freight
department of the Union depot. Hl
bride. who IS a lovable lady with many
esumable qualities, IS daughter OF the
late John Nicholas.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25
AUCTION sALEs-ruture nays.
BY J. A Brown,
Real Estate AnctiOneer.

COMMISSIONERS AUCTION SALE
y OF DESIRABLE LOTS IN ASHLAND, VA.
AND ADJACENT THEREGO.-By virtue OF the
hereinafter mentioned decree, viii sell
THURSDAY, DECEMBER I, 1872,
at ! 7. W., On tho promises
!. LOTS In Ashland, Va, bounded on the north
by Howard street. east by James street, south
by Race Course street, and west by corporation
line. with exception OF lot az corner OF James
street and Howard street, fronting 30 feet on
lot Ht northwest corner OK James ana mace
Course streets, fronting 90 feet on James street
with depth ~ $40 feet.
.. TRACT OF LAND Immediately west OF the
corporation line OF Ashland and Immediately
adjoining the above lots, containing 81 acres.
3. LOT on the south SIDE OF Howard street,
east OF James street. IN Ashland, Va, fronting
thereon 100 feet and running back between
parallel lines 100 foet. and between the lots OF
John c. Shafer and Mrs. Sally G.. Holiday.
4. LOT on the north side OF Race-COufSe
street In Ashland, Va, In the rear OF the above
LOT, fronting on Race-Course street 80 feet, aud
having depth of 80 teet being bounded on the
east by lO-ioOt alley ana on tho west by lot a.
signed TO sally G.. Holiday by decree In THIS
cause.
). Immediately after tho sale OF the above lots
an UNDIYIDED HALF-INTERES In the LOT,
with the STORE-NOUSE thereon, now occupied
as a store by Nat Lancaster agent. fronting 81
feet on west side OF Railroad street and having
a depth of about 326 feet, al dining the pro
perty OF j. N. Leake and j. b. Sheton.
TERMS One third cash; balance on credit
OF AK. twelve. anj eighteen months. evidenced
by negotiable notes. with Interest added, and
title to be retained until the purchase-mOney IL
paid b. RAND. WhLLFOkD,
Special Commissioner.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25
THE DAY THROUGHOUT THE STATE
Business suspended in Norfolk-Thc Eiks
Have an OysteT-ROast.

Have an ONSlet-NOtHAs
Correspondence of tho Richmond Dlspatch.l
NoRToLT, November Administering
Day was observed here almost generally as
a holiday. the navy-yard, public offices,
business exchanges, banks, railroad de-
pots. and nearly all the stores and work
shops being closed. Religious services
were held IN number Of the churches OF
tire city. The seventh anniversary of Nor
folk Lodge. Benevolent Protective Order Of
Elks, occurred to-day, and about 200 mem
bers of the order and invited guests with
a trass band LETT the city on a special tram
tor Willoughby Spit, whore the event was
celebrated with an Oyster-roast and DIN
ner and sports OF various kinds.
Holiday In stanton.
Especial telegram 70 the Dispatch.l
STANTON. Va, November 2l.-Thanks-
civinC-Day is being generally observed
here The banks. schools, and many bu5l-
ness-hOuses being -iOSed. Services are
being held at most of The churches, ana
the city wears a holiday appearance.
Observed n Lexington.
Especial telegram 70 tho DisDntch.l
LEXINGTON, Va, November 2L--Ihanks-
givtng-n av was observed here by the clos
ing OF all the business places and suspe n
sion of academic duties az the virginia
Military Institute and Washington aud
Lee University. Services were held at
Trinity Methodist Episcopal church by
Rev. Henry i. White, ID. d., OF washing
ton and Lee.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25

HARDING AND AIS, PLAINTIFFS, AGAINST PAYNE
AND Az. pEFENDANTs-lN THE CHAhcARh
COURT Or THE CRY or RICHMOND.
!, Charles ". Gollin, clerk 81 sn'd court.
certify that tho bond required Of The special com
missOnrr,s ~ the decree in said cause ~ No
yember %, 1892, has been duly given.
Given under my hanl tl.s sd day OF Noyem-
Der 1892 CHARLES W. GODDlN,
no24 Clerk.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25

STAGE. PLAISTTTF. AGAINST CAMPBELL, DEFEND
AsTs.-tN TIE CHASOEEY COURT or TIE CITY
Or lIrfMOND:
|, Charles W. G0ddiu, Clerk OF said court, cer-
tify that tho bond required Of the special COM
missioner by the decree IN said cause OF NOyem-
Der Z. 1892. has been lliy given.
Given under my hand tbs I'm day 81 Novem-
Der, 1892, CHARLES ". GODDlN,
nolS Clerk.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25
ByJ. II. Valentine. AuctiOneer,
1883 Main street.

by j. VI. valentine. Aucupneet'
1883 Main street.
TRUSTEE'S SALE OF NEW FURNI-
4 TURE AND FURNISHINGS, OFFICE RI h
NIrUhE, HALLS IltON SAFE, j-HORSk-
POWER ELECTRIC MOTOR AND SKATING
SEWING-MACEfNE- HACkLiNG- AND HAIR
PICkING-MACHINES, &c, &C, Al hUt-
TION.-By virtue 81 q decd OF trust from Howell
Il Shaw TO the Undersigned "a trustee, dated and
recorded September Is. 1892. IN the Chancery
Court Of the city Of Richmond, Va, shall sell at
auction on
FRIDAY. NOVEMBER p, 1892,
AZ 1890 4. NJ, NJ their wareroOms, Nos. 1904
and 1906 east Main street ..
Tho balance Of thelr stock OF NEW PARLOR-
SUITS, COUCHES. LOUNGES, and CHAIRS.
These are hrst-class goods, OF best make
without covering;
MATTRESSES, BSD-SPRINGS, SILK BROCA-
TELLE. TAPESTRY, and other UPHOL-
5.H0RSf-PoWER ElkCTRIC MOTOR, WITH
SKATING. SEWlNG-AACHlNES, HACK
LlNG-MACuINES, HAlR-PlCKERS;
HALLS IRON CONVERSATION LOCk-SAFE
OFFICE-DESk.
The stock Ia ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS de-
serves the special attention Of private buyers as
well as dealers. .
JAMES LYONS, Trustee.
JSO. T. LAUGHrON, JR., Salesman. no 10
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25

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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25
HARNESS.
NOVEMBER %. 1892.

Al the rednest OF Mrs. r. B. Davis, who Ia de-
cinins forming we will soil, without reserve, at
The Rcnmond BaEaar, 143G Franklin street,
Etrhuoud Va.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25

Thcseryicss al al the Episcopal churches
were largely attended ana the special con-
tr.buiioLs i0r various charitable purposes
were literally gwen 10.
st. Iau1s church was filled to overflow
inc. aud the music was especially me.
Rev. j. Hartley Carmichael, the rector,
preached a VERY ao.o and appropriate ser
mon from the ttGt: Let your moderation
be known unto all men. The Lord IS at
hand" The OAertOry was Tor the widows
and orphans fund, and IL handsome SUN
was realized for this cause. Alter the
regular service holy communion was adj
minlstered.
Rev. Or. D. +. Sprigg, the rector OF
Moore Memorial church, preached from
First Thessaloniaus v. -. lie explained
the origin OF lhanksgivng-Day and ITS
observance by the anCients as Gay 10
give thanks for the fruits OF the earth. In
the course OF his remarks he stated that
during the wear CHOLERA knocked at our
gates, but happily did not enter, TOR which
We have abundant reason 10 be thankful.
Thanks were due to God. he SAID, for
everything, not ONLY on one day IN the year,
but every day. Touching Affections, he
could MT say whether we should be thank
fnl or not. but we should bear them IN sub
mission. lie spoke OF the poor, and would
not contrast their condition with his own,
for il always made HIM sad. In general
terms he dllated upon the duties OF men
and unrayeiled his text to the edhcatlon
of all. While he md not mention the
name Of Mr. Cleveland. he conveyed the
idea that something very good had hap
peucd 10 the people of these United States
lately, for which they should never cease
to give thanks.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25

DOSITGvE SALE.
BRED HORSES AND COLTS,
THOROUGHBRED AND HIgH-GRADE JER-
SEY CATTLE
WAGONS, CAkT,,
AND
HARNESS.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25
Thanksgiving Notes

The annual pound-party of tho Presiby-
terrain and Methodist Home Tor LADIES
took place at the institution, NO. oI2 ho'ti ~
Seventn street last night. 4 number OF
rontriIntions from members Of these de-
nominations we're received. and the artl-
c ce donated will make ample provision
for the winter supply. Contributions werte,
also received throughout the day at all
of the other charitable institutions.
Mr.. Joseph Bryan gave the I'n'es en-
nloyees. embracing all departments from
editors 10 the elevstor-boy, n thanksgiving
dinner at Murphy's, where couple or
bours were pleasantly spent around the
fcatiye board.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25
By Frank ID. I'm & Co,

TRUSTEE'S SALE OF GOOD
l BUILDING LOT ~ TIE CITY or RICH
MOND, JU,1 WEST OF THE LANCA,TEElAN
BLIC-SCHOOL BUILDING, FRONTING
26AgO FEET on THE WEST SIDE OF TIE
BOUNDED Of THE NORTH BN AN ALLEY 10
FEET WIDE-SAID LOr OF GROUND AD-
JOINS THE RESIDENCE or THE LATE Eli
BROMLEY virtue OF a deed OF trust from Eil
Brown AMI vie, recorded IN the Onice q the
Clerk of Richmond Chanrery Court Ia Dsoi-
Rock l45 Is, page 20, default having been
made in certain note secured therein, VIII
eel az auction, OF the premises, at o'clock T..
H.
SATURDAY. NOVEMBER %, 1892.
the above lot OF GROUND. Now 10 the time
% secure q cheap building lot.
ThHNs: BY consent, one third cash; balance
IN six and twelve months, interest added
uO22 FRANK ID. BILL, Trustee.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25

stage And OrHFYs. PLArSrIFF7, AGAINST SHAFRR
AID OTHERS, DgFESDANTs-Gy Tue CHANCERY
COURr Of rHE CITY or RfCUgOSD:
/. Charles ". GOddin, clerk Of said court, GER
tify that tho fond required 0i Il. Rand. Well
ford one OF the special commissioners, by The de-
creo in said cause Of July ,, 1892, - been duly
given.
Given under my hand this 22l dayo' Noyem-
ber 1892. CHARLES W. GODDlN.
nO25 Clerk.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25
CHRIST CHURCH AND OTHERS.

The services at Christ church were at
tended by one of the largest audiences at
that place of worship this fall. Rev. Pres
ton Nash delivered a very interesting dis
course upon Thanksgiving Day"
At Monumental chul ch the rector Rev.
Dr. Newton. preached an able and logical
sermon from H. Samuel, H., 1S. The ser
wee embraced Calkiu's To Deum in +,
and Jours's Jubllate, and the anthem,
How Lovely are the Messengers" from
Mendelssohn's s. Paul
Rev. l.. X. Mason filled his pulpit at
Grace clurch for the first time since his
recent illness.
The services at All-Saints were conducted
by the rector. Rev. j. y. bowman.
Al all the other Episcopal churches the
rectors preached sermons appropriate to
the occasion.
Rev. Preston Nash delivered very in-
structiye lecture in ST. Johns Sunday
school building last night His subject
was A Holiday Menu: Sea Pie and the Con-
tinental Goose which gave hun abundant
opportunity TO relate many of his expe-
riences upon his recent European tour.
The lecture was greatly enjoyed by large
audience, and quite a snug little sum was
realized tor St Johns Brotherhood, under
the auspices of which it was given.
Mass was celebrated IN the Catholic
churches yesterday morning between 6
and 2 o'clock and at the Cathedral at 3
O'Clock. There were no special thanks
giving services at any of these houses OF
worship.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25

the offerings of gratitude that are accepta-
ble 10 the Lord. Let us. he said, open our
lips 10 this praise; our hearts that He may
enter and take possession OF them our
hands 20 assist our fellow-men whenever
our help may be needed.
Before the close OF the service the whoio
congregation arose while singing the ola
HYMN Of Thanksgiving that mas peen
heard in the Fatherland on so many eioIlii
Gus battle-felds during the last TWO anu
a-half centuries.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25
By y. W. Bows,
Real Estate AuctiCneer.
COMMISSIONERS SALE
OF TIE
FIRST-CLASS NEW AND HANDSOME THREE
STORY BRICK AND MANSARD
RESIDENCE,
AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF MAIN
AND BEECH STREETS,
AT AUCTION.
By virtue % the hereinafter mentioned decree,
we shall sell by pubic auction, Oh the premises.

BY virtue o. the hcreinaf'cr-mentioned decree,
we shall sell by pubic auction, Oh the premises
On
FRIDAY. NOVEMBER p. 1892.
at 4:30 o'clock p. NJ, the very attractive yaiua-
bic, Woii-arranged. MODERN IHBEB-SIOkG
CORNER RHICk AND NANSARD DN CLING
above rcttrrad %, DaiuE No. 1924 ~ - NAN
e,see, AZ present occupied by Thomas J.. camp
bell. E.q., containing about twelve rooms and
having al lnyen!suces
The ueighborhood Is an excellent one, the
house o. attractive I'm Is external and internal
features and the finish good. No better home
or investment IS Oaerod, and this opportunity
81 luId not Ue slighted.
Tho lot upon which Tho house stands fronts 20
foot au1 runs back o. good depth 70 an alley.
TERMS: Cash as o. loo; and On ne follow
ing crei.ts-yiz; $3.50 60 be paid june ., 1893,
Sl,U1S to be paid December 9, 1898, fl,OU2 TO
bc paii Drccu rcr &. 1874, 9I,llS 70 be paid
December :. 1895. aud the balance 20 be paid
July !. 1894: an credit payments % bear inter-
est and 20 De evidenced ~ notes, containing a
waiver ~ homestead aud title retained untiithey
are pad. NIL CARl Eh,
PRESTON COOKE,
Special Commissioners.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25
The Christians.

The Thanksgiving services Of the CHRIS
tians were held Of the Seventh stree,
church Rev. Jabez Hall presided ana
Rev. J. W. Van Hook, the ne ,czt pa1Ps salw n
and Rev, Mr.. Trainum, a student at Rich
mond College, led in PRAYER. uL.u
Rev. A. K. Moore, pastor OF Marsna a,-
Street Christian church, delivered an abe
sermon from the text. :" o that men w9 We lll
praise tho Lord for Hrs goodness ana ioF "
His wonderful works 20 the chlidreh Oh
men" ,,..-;,,.. ~
The preacher reviewed the blessings Oh
the year national, social, relielousi, IN
80 effectively that all hearts ourneu WIN
gratitude. ..,o, q, bo
half of the Retreat for the Sick ana the
Woman's Christian Association.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25

once corner Eleventh and Bank streets.
DUBLlC SALE By ORDER OF THE
COURT OF
VALUABLE IMPROVED AND USIMPRovED
REAL ESTATE,
SITUATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF MAIN
STREET BETWEEN FIRST AND FoUsHEE
STREETS,
WITHIN Two BLOCKS OF THE SITE RE-
GENTLY PURCHASED FOR THE NEW
UPTOWN HOTEL
1T CONSISTS OF A Lor 26xl5j FEET TO
wmEALhEY. WITH THAT LARGETHREE-
STORY BRICK DWELLING THEREON
tNo. 81 FOR MANY YEARS oCcU-
PIED BY THE LATE EDWIN r.
JAMES. AND TWO BgAUTI.
Full VACANT LOTS
ADJOINING ON THE FAST, EACH HAVING a
FRONT OF 2OxI55 FEET TO \
WIDE ALLEY.
1T WILL BE OFFERED AS A WHOLE,
OR AS TWO OR THREE SEPARATE PARCELS,
WHICHEVER MAY BE DEEMED MOST
ADVISABLE AT THE HOUR or SALE.
BY virtue OF decree Of tho Richmond Chan
cory Court rendered November 23, 1892, in tue
gu II Of Harding, &C. Go. Payne and others, We.
tho undersigned special commissioners thereby
appointed. Will proceed TO sell at public auction,
on the premises. on
THURSDAY, DECEMBER !, 1892,
At a. o'clock p. NJ, the above-m ntioucd well
known Cud most elgibly-iccated kASI-NAtN-
STREET PROPERTY. The improvements con-
sist Of a wel-buit TIiRFE-SIOkt BRICK
DWELLING, Win nine rooms besides bath
room: large fOur-roOm brick kitchen AMI a gooi-
size brick stable: aud with a snail outlay this
dwelling can be- made a very desirable nome.
This Is good property ard II Is worthy 81 the
special attention OF investors. u must N the
noar future enhance IN value.
TERMS: one third cash; the balance ON a
credit Of six and twelve months. notes vita inter-
est added from day OF safe, md the title retain
81 until The whole purchase-monoy Il paid anu
n conveyance IS ordered 10y the Court Tho pur-
chaser viii be required 10 keep the improve
mems insured fer an ade Iuate amount tor the
benefit OF the parties Ia Interest.
PRESTON COOKE.
WILLIAM NJ HAL,
Special commissioners.
HARDING AND AIS, PLAINTIFFS, AGAINsT PAYNE
AND ALs.. nEfENDANrS-lN Tue IHAhcARf
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25

at 4 o'clock p. NJ, 6Oxl23 ZIP FEET OF
GROUND 70 an alley 20 feet wide, mentioned
aud deserted IN said decd. This land IS on the
south side Of Ashland avenue $50 feet east OF
Randolph street. and lies beautifully.
TERMS: By consent one third cash. balance
In six and twelve months, interest addeo, Be-
cured by deed OF trust.
no Ig-lOt FRANK d. HILL, Trustee.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25
By y. ". BOwe.
Real Estate Auctoneer
4 TTENTION, BUILDERS !
TIE LARGE BRICK SHOPS
or
JOSEPH HALL s CO.,
WITH SLATE ROOFS. AT AUCTION, TO BE
REMOVED.
By y. ". BOwe.
Real Estate Auctioneer.
on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 81, 1892,

on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 81, 1872,
1T - O'Clock NJ. will sell by public auction on
Inc premises, the LARGE BRICK SHOPS with
slate roofs situate. ~ tho corner Of Ninth and
Canal streets. known a. Joseph Hall q Co. Z
shOfJs," the same 10 be removed from the pre-
misses within three weeks from DAY OF sal3'
A..o,dng to tue measurement Of Leroy A.
CrenBhaw, Esq, there arc in the buildings aoou u
100000 bricks after pulling down and cleaning
and a large quantity Of good roohpg-slate: and
besides these there b. a large quantity OF frames,
tOi4ts. sash, doors, &c.
TERMS: Cash, or note for ninety days, with
approved endorser, interest added.
pol7 y. W. BOWIE, Auctioneer.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25
Tho LutheFans.

In spite Of the cold weather there was
quite large audience at st. Johns Ger
man Evangelical church. The pastor,
Rev. Paul l.. Mcneil. conducted the
services. His text was "Oher unto God
,hanksgiyipe' and pay thy ~, VOWS ss to the the
sermon By drawing a parallel between the
Feast Of Tabernacles among the people Of
Israel and our Thanksgiving Day. Then
ha referred To the various blessings We
have enjoyed III this our glorious country,
during the last ysgI, Finally be spoke Of
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25
By Frank d. Hill & Co,
Real Estate Agents and AuctiOreers.

TRUSTEES SALE OF TWO BEAU
L TIFUL BUILDING LOTS OK ASHLAND
STREET BETWEEN RESERVOIR AND RAN
DOLPH STREETS AT AUCTlCN.-By virtue Of
n deed OF trust duly recorded ln the Clerks
Office u Richmond Chancery Court, Deed Book
1877 A, page "a. default having been made In
the payments therein secured, and being re-
quired by the Oenenciaries 70 TO do, will sell
on the premises on
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25
N : = : Norfolk ,-'1A

jams K WAN
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25

DR.. Hoge then referred TO the great cho-
leTa scOufge which we escaped BY God 3
providence. To this country 1t had been
blessing rather than a curse. The chO-
lera was, he SAID, Il great sanitary iuspec-
tor, appointed. not by man, but by the
providence OF God. II went about in the
0llevs aud streets and houses reekng with
hlth and uttered cry of warning which
caused Us 10 make our cities clean and
beautiful. What should we say of Gods
goodness In sparing Us the visitation of
this pestiienceY
Another thing we had TO thank God for,
sara Dr. Hoge, was the increasing harmony
existing among the ministers of the va
Hous denominations. There were peo-
pc IA the audience who remembered
thc TINE when ministers stood up IN
TIE pulpit and abused aud criticised
those OF other churches. No man
now dared 10 arrogate 10 himself
ami his congregation all the truth such
man would be put down.
Dr. Hoge's sermon. Of which
the above Is q mere outline. abounded
N gems of thought and informa.
ton, and was grandly delivered. lie
closed by quoting several verses from that
magnificent rhapsody OF pTaise--the sixty
seventh Psalm.
i here were a largo number OF Mctho-
dists in the congregation.
liberal collection was taken up for the
benefit Of the Home for Aged aud Infrm
Ladies which Is supported by the Presby-
terians and Methodists OF the city.
Bapiis,s Hold Union Services.
The Richmond Baptists held two union
services, the congregations Of the western
s6sIion Of tue city worshippiDg at Grace
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-11-25

4 matter that WIS now occupyinGa great
zeal of attention, resumed Or. Hoge. was
International law. State laws were tecOg-
nized as necessity. but international law
vas NJ the vohtiou Of the nations Ii was
substitute for war IN setting disputes
between nations. lie called attention to
he fact that this method was making
'apid progress. Al the brst Peace Con
gTess only two nations were represented ;
at the last seventeen. Let us nut down "a
stake here. said Dr. Hoge. lie, us build a
monument hero. 1t marks the progress OF
civiiizauon-ot Christian civilization.
Tins was another thing to thank God for.