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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-28
4 NIn,nnernde Ball.

One Of the most delightful masquerade balls
Of the season was given Wednesday night at
the residence of Councilman G. &. Ihon.
The grand march was led by Mr.. r. W.
Thou and Miss Rosa lnOn.
There were tour prizes awarded. two for
the most original maskers. and TWO for the
most comical characters. The first was given
to Miss Lille DOrsam and Mr.. William
Tinken. and the second was captured by Miss
Rosa ThOn and Mr. I'd. Metzger. The Judges
were Messrs Charles T. LOeiller. Peter and
Joseph Stumpf.
About midnight an elegant luncheon was
served which was heartily enjoyed by all
present. Dancing was continued until 3
o'clock IN the morning.
Among those present were Misses Augusta
Wagner. Lady OF Lyons, Laura Wagner
Spanish girl. Minnie IhOn, school girl. Rosa
IhOn fat negr0ss Annie and Dora Snider
and Dora kantuwltz. Japanese girls; lille
RupD. Spanish pedler Bessie kantiriwitz
Ouakeress Mary Mccarthy peasant girl
Lille Dorsam tambourne girl Emma
Singer, snow fake, Susie Beck, night: Ida
POehler and Lena Mittle, German
peasaut girls. Lena Poehler. irish nurse.
iouisa Maynes. Jockey Jennie Romer b ut
tercup. Laura komer, youth, Lizzie Jow res.
of Baltimore. Polly Behar. negro woman,
Huida Singer. Tina and Sophia lhOn The
gentlemen We're. K. W. Ihon. Peter Stumpf.
Charles T.. LOelher. Joseph Stumpf. Henry
Rueger Thomas Clansey. Belva lockwood
Thomas Cowan and Ernest Stelnman IN
diaus: William 1inken, George Washington;
Ed. Metzger. tramp: William Briel vnd W. +.
Rupp. princes: Charles l.. Sauer, negro
woman: Thomas Matthews woman; Fred
Beck. Jockey: George VI. Reaton, domlnoe
Joe Faccigaupo. Thomas landy Rip Van
Wnkle: Henry Carayoti. Robert Hicks and
William Meizger.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-28

II is thought that the celebration Of St.
Patrick's day this year will surpass in bril-
liancy and enthusiasm that OF last year. when.
for the first time IN many years the Old-time
parade was revived. The chief marshal. Mr.
William Rankin. is doing his work quietly but
aud iudefatigably. The programme
for the celebration. so far as known, will be
parade in the morning and q banquet az night.
The societies IN the parade will have all their
banners and regalia and will present pleas
ing sight. Those not members of societies
are also expected 10 take part in the
line and upon them will depend the
proportions OF the procession. The ban
quet at night promises % be a brilliant
success. Xmmernann's will be the rendez-
yOus for the icasters, and this well. known
caterer has promised an elegant repast. The
tickets for the banquet will not be sold later
than the 18th OF March. This rule will be
strictly adhered TO- and no one can buy u
ticket after that day. TO-DAY at o'clock the
chief marshal and his stat will meet at the
Cathedral Hall. when arrangements as TO line
of march. &c.. will be perfected. The diYis-
ion OF the Ancient Order of hioernians IN
Newport News will he IN line on the l'th.
ST. Peters cadets will also march, and no
doubt will win as many admirers 10y theH
excellent marching as they did last year.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-28
Clifton Forge.

CLIFTON FORCE. Va. Feb. a. Special. T.
Again were the large halls of the Nettleton
building open Friday evening for the EN- oy-
ment OF the members OF the Clifton German
Club and their visitors This time the roOlny
rooms were lighted by electricity; and
the dazzling brllllancy OF the lncandesceht
lights suspended from many different places
on the ceiling all the more went L. show the
beauty anu rennemeut OF the evening uHe
the mum er present was not as large, proDa-
bly, as upon some former occasions. those
who were present We're unanimous IN their
Testimonials eXpressln. delight upon tue sue
cess of the anair. Again Mr.. ii. L. Nelson.
in his easy and becoming style. led.
Among those present We mention the FOL
loving
Mrs. Nelson, white null. forget-rne-nots,
diam nd, Mrs. Page. figured China silk. dia-
monds Mrs. Carlisle figured grenadine.
chiffon aud ribbons. Mrs. dunlap figured
China silk. chiffon and diamonds Mrs. Nor
ris. cream cashmere Mrs. White. black silk.
Mrs Parrish. black net. Jet trimmings
diamonds: Mrs. Anderson. black velvet
diamonds: Miss Jessie Hughes. figured chal-
lie, natural flowers. Miss Strayer. cream
alOatross and China silk Miss Grlce. blue
cashmere. chiffon, Miss Miller. cream China
silk Mss Quinn, cream satin Miss Rose,
cream cashmere natural flowers. Gentle
men: Messrs. H. Il. Nelson. j. l.. Page. j.
n Page. George X. Anderson. George >.
Wallace. J. W. Lip0p j. Y. Eyals. j. IL. Car
Isle. j. ID. Duntord. r. l.. hillen, +. L. Dun
lap. Charles Wingheld. }. c. hing. II. l.. Van
Seeker, c. +. Moore W. H. L. Miller aud
others.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-28

ROxBORo. y. c.. Feb. 27-Permit me TO in
troduce our live and progressive town 10 Tar
TIMEs' readers. Situated only few miles
from the Virginia line. Oh the lynchburg and
Durham railroad. soon 70 be controlled by
the Norfolk and Western is ROxboro, nest
hing among the ridges OF the northern termi-
nus of the Oconeechee mountains 4 hun
dred years ago Person county was formed
and koxboro made its county seat AS the
years rolled by and the neighborlng counties
and towns Drospered because OF superior rail-
road facilities We were left 10 rust and decay.
But now all is changed. The iron horse has
transformed the sleepy hamlet into nine
teenth century busting, thrifty town.
Through the northern part of the county goes
the Atlantic and Danyille railroad. and from
North 10 South through the entire county
speed the trains of the Lynchburg and Dur
ham railway. Fully 1000 feet above the sea
level with pure, bracing climate. the cold
est OF water. and backed by the finest of farm
ing lands, adapted TO the cultivation of ce
reals and tobacco, kOXbOrO has been conf
IDENTITY inviting settlers 10 her borders for
health, wealth and pleasure. And they have.
come. Two years ago town of about tDJ
people, she now boasts of perhaps 1000
The town Is the coming tobacco market of
the section. and this fact has led 10 the build
Ing OF three immense tobacco warehouses
whose floors are daily covered with the bright
yellow weed. the equal IF the famous Henry
county (Na.) tobacco. and the erection OF
twelve huge prize-houses. which would DO q
credit TO city. Upwards Of twenty-five
stores are doing good business.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-28
Not Large. But Symmetrical and Strong.

The events Of the past year naturally bring
the merits of the smaller life companies
prominently TO view. Mere size n a life com.
pany amounts % but little. lie insurance
company has certain Liabilities IN the shape
Of obligations which it will be called upon 10
meet. For all practical purposes the smaller
company, which has assets on hand TO amply
provide for its claims. with a good surplus. is
Just as desirable AS the giant which brandshes
its fists among the clouds. We are reminded
Of these facts by the statement Just published
Of the Brooklyn Life. which has every re-
source 10 fulfill the object Of its organization
Last year II increased its new business sixty
per cent. over the amount written in 1880,
and did it without any disproportionate in
crease in expenses IL also increased its as
sets. which now stand o. its Liabilities in the
ratio of 10. OF III by the former New York
standard. We note that IN the ratio of net
assets 20 risks in force the Brooklyn stands
higher than any company organized under
New York laws. or 1926. the average being
T.7. Its prompt payment of claims IS
proverbal and. IN general. the BroOkln Life
would seem 10 commend itself TO any man
who desires. in q life company soundness
liberal treatment and acceptable plans.
5. III. Bowman. General Agent.
Jls Main street.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-28
DIR. Alexander Dead.

STANTON. Va, Feb. 27.-lSpeciaI DIR
Cyrus Alexander an aged and esteemed citi-
zen of Staunton. died at his residence here
to-day. His health has been feeble for some
time He was about seventy years old. lie
was for many wears the leading physician in
Waynesboro. Va. and its vicinity. but has
been resident of Staunton for the past
twenty years. His wife Miss Sarah McCue)
and three sons survive nim His sons are Dir.
Frank Alexander, the leading hardware mer-
chant of this city; Edward Alexander. also of
this city. and Mr.. Holcombe Alexander, trav-
cling agent of the Adams Express Company.
Colonel Thomas A. Gordon. of the Western
Female Institute. has been i'll with the grip.
He is reported better. Colonel Gordon is
eghty-four years old and during his LONG
connection with the Methodist school has
made host of admirng friends from the
Gnlf to Maryland who Will be glad to hear of
his improved condition.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-28
The Norfolk and Western Accident.

SUFFOLK, Va. Feb. 27.-ISpecial The
wreck at the Norfolk and Western depot in
this city yesterday was the general topic OF
conversation and the scene of the disaster
was visited by large crowds of our citizens
during the day. The engineer who jumped
from his engine. breaking his leg and dis
locating his shoulder was promptly attended
by several of our physicians and sent on TO
his home. The physicians think that he will
recover. 1t is quite remarkable that there
was no loss of life, and that none of the pas
sengers were seriously injured The damage
to the engines and cars will probably amount
to $4,000 or $4,000. The brakeman who
set the misplaced switch has been in the en-
ployment of the company for number of
years lie says that after he had turned the
freight train on the side track and returned TO
the depot he remembered that he had not
changed the switch. and ran back to change
Il, or signal the passenger train. but lie was
too late. and his observation-disclosures was costly
TO somebody. The engineer of the freight
train was under his engine when he saw the
passenger engine take the wrong track. and
he barely had time TO crawl out before the
collision occurred.
We have had "a week OF wind and rain. keen
ing the country people at home, aud business
has been dull in consequence
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-28
A Schooner Aground.

NoRFoLK, VA. Feb. 27.-ISpecial. THE
three masted schooner Freddie Heniken.
which has been anchored of Lynnhayen
bay in distress for several days. was IN some
way blown out to sea. and at s:15 O'Clock last
night went ashore ut Gull Shoal life saving
station, eighteen mules north of Cape Hat
teras. Her rudder gear was broken. At the
time she struck the wind was northeast fifty
miles an hour with falling water and high seas
The Captain John A. Mills, and crew were
saved. The Merritt Wrecking Company have
telegrapbed them that it is impossible 10 rem
der any assistance on account OF the weather
The schooner was bound from New York to
James river. light. to load pine wood. 1t is
said the captain had bis wife with him.
The schooner FOaming Sea arrived here
this evening leaking. in tow of the tug Hud-
son. She vas bOuad from Washington. ID.
c., to Old Point with cargo of crushed
stone. Her mainsail and main-b boom are gone
and she now lies on the Berkeley flats She
struck on Wlloughby Spit, which caused her
to leak
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-28
Amateur Actors and Actrcs.as

LEXINGTON, Va. Feb. q. Especial. The
Lexington Dramatic Club appeared last night
and Saturday matinee AT the opera house in
Scrap of Paper 10 the most fashionable
people Of the city. The play was for the
benefit OF the University Boat Club. and has
been the talk Of society for several weeks
AS usual. the management was in the capable
hands OF Miss Annie White whose experi.
ence has furnished several popular piays
The stage settings We're tasty and pretty
The cast was made up of wel-known society
ladies, tlr leading part being taken by Miss
Ellen Lee. who WAS ably supported by Misses
Annie White, Florence Duyal, Esten DuyaI
Nena Bacon and Mary Semms. Cadet Can
tain George Elliott. V. NJ. /. handled TO the
qualification of the cultivated audience the
leading masculine role, while Messrs
Johnston. Goode. Partlett and Carmichael
ably assisted him. Mr.. jackson in light work
bringing down the house at every appearance
II special mention is made it should he of
Miss Ellen Lee. whose skillful rendition of tho
difficult role. Mile. Susanne' was most
happily received
Professor Graves tea Wednesday night
was up 10 the usual order of his entertain
ment, and well attended.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-28
Newsy Notes from Norfolk.

NORFOLK. VA, Feb. 27.-lSpecial There
ia much excitement among the politicians Of
this city and leading party men in the county
over three appointments which have been
made by Judge POrtock. 1t being reported
that he had removed three special policemen
In Norfolk who were prominent Democrats
and appointed in their stead three Republl-
cans one Of the appointees being the Kepub-
lican postmaster at Churchland. Judge
portlock was seen by THE TINES correspon-
dent this morning. and said 1t was not true
that he had knowingly appointed any Repub-
licans TO office.
The property-holders OF Huntersville have
organized the Huntersville Property Hold
ers' Improvement Association, with the fol-
LOVING officers: ID. NJ. Harding. presidents A.
III. Hawks vice president George Robinson,
secretary: j. $. Carmine. treasurer; DIR. Bax-
ter, James Keeper. c. Savage. X. L. Web
ster executive committee. The object of
the Association is TO improve the village Of
Huntersville and TO devise and carry into
effect some plan by which they may be pro-
trected against fire and also may secure
water supply.
The funeral Of Miss Sallie Tazewel took
place from her residence % CRANKY street.
to-day at 70 aclock and was largely attended
Miss IaZewel was the daughter of ex-Gov-
ernor Littleton Waller Tazewe l. She comes
from one of the oldest and most arstocratic
families in the State
Judge W. n Portlock and Mr. c. A. Wood
ward went down To Virginia Beach TO dav to
arrange with President Harrison for a hunt at
the Ragged Island.
Judge Brook has prepared his decision in
the case growing out of wharf charges. He
says that the principle upon which the opin-
ion is based is well established and recog-
pized. That no transportation company has
q right 10 put tax upon merchandise re-
manning upon their wharves. He clearly
draws distinction between wharfage and
storage.
The first sermon will be preached by Evan
gellst Fife at the Peoples Tabernacle to-mor-
row at o'clock. Mr. Fife is here at the in
stance of an undenominational committee
known as the tabernacle committee
The storm predicted by the Weather Bureau
reached here this morning. A strong north
east wind is blowing with evidence OF another
severe gale. All small vessels are in port and
there are hundreds of them in the kOads.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-28

Annie Calhoun. of Allegheny Springs. won
the first prize. given for the greatest number
of correct guesses Miss Bessie Young. OF
stanton. won the BOBBY prize. Mr. Eugene
Hoge won the first honor gentlemen's priNo
and j. G. Morton. Jr., the BOBBY prize.
The Misses Cooke. Of New ork VINO na.o
done 90 much e. give freshness and point 10
the "dongs' of Staunton society this winter
gayo progressive heart party IN tnei, PR
yate apartments at the Hotel Mozart neineo-
day evening. Fries were awarded an ioiio",
First prizes. silver framed turquoise neal i
and a silver lOye-knot ring. were awaiueu
Miss Calhoun and II. ID. Murray. inc Jon,
test for the pr gressive prizes were SO c ca 30
that they had TO be drawn for ana zen ~
Miss Caldwell. of West Virginia. ana Ml. .,
Walker NcChesney stanton. BoOOy pilHeo
were awarded Miss Dyer, If New OTle"uS'
and Mr.. Robert Blackford. At the CONCLUSION
of the contest for prizes refreshments "sIo
served, and the rest OF the evening was u.s.
voted to dancing.
The closing event of tho season. after when
society folks will don Lenten clothes ana
Lenten faces will be given by tho Staunton
German Club at their club room, MohdaV
night next. Weber's band from Washih9-
ton, ID. c.. will furnish the music on tnis oc-
caslOn. D
The blind pianist. Edward Baxter, Perry,
gave concert last night to crowded mouse
at the Young Mems Christian Associa''on
auditorium. - WI e
Grand Junior Sycamore o: F. Wise OF
Richmond. has organized the Cherokee
Tribe Independent Order Red Men wi WIZ
fort,-tive charter members. officers j. l..
Long. sachem: NJ. o. Burkhoider senior
sycamore. ). n. Long. junior sycamore, );
W. Kohr. prophet; c. Harry Halnes. chlet oil
records j. W. Blackburn, keeper OF wan
pun. W. A. Grubert guard OF wigwam: W.
t. Blackburn. guard OF forest. Irustees: A.
A. tskrldge. j. \. Anderson. A. II. Shuey
After the Installation an ele- ant ban uet was
served at Greenbrier's Court Exchange
The Good Iemplars of the city closed their
bazaar last night with the handsome net re-
turn OF 800. The proceeds will be used to
build temperance hall.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-28

Cry PoIvr. Va. Feb 2G-lSpecia Am
inquest was held over the remains OF the un-
known party found here YESTERDAY.
The following gentlemen comprised the Jury:
Richard Erpes. Jr. Joseph \. Cook. George
Taylor, }. +. James, X. !. Rufiu and III. Is.
Pierce The opinion is that the man in day-
light sought the spot. Invested himself of
overcoat. dress coat and vest, lay himself
down and shot himself with the revolver
found near him. His pants and underwear
were torn in shreds and had the other cloth
ing been on would have been badly torn too.
but these are intact
The bones were found strewn about in every
direction, and after considerable search quite
a portion OF them were gathered up, placed
III box and buried
The man could hardly have gotten to the
spot in the night AZ the briars and under
growth were almost impenetrable for the
party to reach who held the inquest. Torn-up
papers were found scattered about but
nothing that would give any clue TO his iden
tity
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-28
IIenrico County.

HIGHLAND SPRINGS. Feb. 2G. The last pro-
gramme of the NJ. Y. O. b. was decidedly the
best of this seasons entertainment Professor
Gebhardt who IS at home this week. was ini-
tated into the mysteries, and promises u
reading at his next visit.
The county schools have been furnished
with blanks for maps which are 10 be drawn
for the Columbian Exposition. On honor
roll for the past month at Allller's School only
two names appear-Berry Stainback and
Albert Franck.
County dances and weddings make an
epidemic in Aenrico county.
At Highland Spring School the children Gel
ebrated Washing toms birthday by making
words ont OF his name. and Miss Isabel
Christian won the prize for the greatest num-
Der OF words
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-28
Notes From Salem.

SALEM. Va, Feb. 27.-Last night the young
men Of Salem gave ball at the Hotel Lu-
cerne in return Tor the leap year party given
90 them 10y the young ladies. Excellent mu-
sic was furnished by Lynchburg orchestra.
The hotel wac brilliantly lighted with cleo
trlcity for the first time and splendid supper
was served towards midnight.
The fourth entertainment OF the Young
Mons Christian Associations star course
takes place tonight in the Town Hall. when
tho attraction will be the Schubert Quartette
OF Chicago.
Ii is more than probable that the Baptists
here will endeayor TO obtain the services of
Rev Q. q. Jones. of College Hill church. of
Lynchburg' to I'LL the pulpits occupied by the
late Rev. Or. Tyree.
Io-night twenty Of the Salvation Army
converts. under charge of Captains Brit and
Stevens, will hold open air services in
Roanoke, where they will probably meet with
a warm reception. II is quite likely that the
salvation Army will erect permanent bar
racks, Ia Salem. which is well supplied with
churches now. and another Methodist and
another Presbyterian church are even vet
contemplated. wa NV
There Is q perfect epidemic of chioken
stealing going on here just now. some elk or
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-28

y IL t1.,mcDief, FEBRUARY 2ith. A. oclo.k
j. d, " Al.lLtD ID. SALLLE. in the trrn,g.
lhe ,ilHneral Will tako place THIS SUNDAY,
AZ lLhNOON at o'clock from the Clavlsfres,
B L..p cnerca. Friends and acqaaintances ,f.
OGRADf: Died. February sy fs.o a, ,
o oeofk Iia a; c w. rail-. EDDi only child OF James D.
His funeral will take rIaao az ,..' l.... A.
4O5 Denny street. Fulton. 90 B +. ID. TO-DAY.
COZ u BELL-Died:. at the residence OF her
husband NJ north Iwenfy..eyenth .fr.e. Il,
2:.j o'clock Z. NJ. Feoruarr pr. l,9L' AN< rr-
IABkl h: beloved wife of b. s. DotfroI. st.I
seventy-three years eleven months and ff..1
DAYS.
Funeral TO-DAY. February gstl.afa.. p ~
from Third Christian church. corner TU.-.--
sixth and Marshall streets.
WlIIE. Died. at the residence o. ha- hrs.
band. Nl0 east Main street. at r.. 0c.0.. n
February Goth. Mrs JULIA WIFE. vita of
Henry Wltte; aged fOrty-two Gears
Funeral at 1890 o'clock J.. VI TODAY Friends
and acquaintance are invited t0 attend
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LEASE OF THE ROANOKE AND sourHERN.
Teachers Institute-Railway Transfer.

WELDON. n. c., Feb. 27.-lSpecial. "A
teachers institute will be held at Jackson
on March l4th by Professor Charles D. Nc
liver assisted by his wife. These Institutes
take the place of the normal schools which
the State at one time established. and are in
tended to instruct the public school teachers
of the several counties in the art of educating
tho Young They usually last week and
every white teacher If public school in nc
county is required TO attend them. Professor
McIyer is president OF the Industrial School
for Girls. established al the last session of the
Legislature, and will conduct Institutes "a q
part of the duties If the position. He will 60
from jackson to ldentOn. Institutes will also
be held in Pitt Gates PerquIrnans and Cam
den counties during tie month Of March.
An arrangement las been perfected be-
tween Mr. John n. Robinson. president OF
the Seaboard Air Line and the Oxford and
Coast Line railroad by which the roads will
be operated bv the SeabOard Air Line. The
siruct and IRON the road and turn it over 20
Mr.. Robinson. who Is 70 operate 1t for ten
years at the end of which time he is either to
surrender 10 or buy 1t and re-
fund the money expended on its
construction or lease il for a term of ninety
nine years upon the same terms as agreed
upon for the ten years. which are that the
operating expenses are 10 be deducted and
then the interest upon the bonds TO be paid.
the surplus TO be divided between the ). A.
l.. and the @. * G. l.. companies. The Ope-
rating expenses are not TO exceed those Tor
operating the same kind of road elsewhere.
The road will be built g. some point on the
Atlantic Coast Line thus giving the :. 4. J..
q link between that and the Richmond and
Danville system and It's own system impor-
tant feeders no or near Henderson.