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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
PRICE THREE CENTS
Duf-s Opera Company.

Duf's Opera Company is doubtless the
best light opera troupe seen here since the
Boston Ideals" 10 is large organization,
and has a chorus that Is unusually well
drilled. The cast is very strong and en-
braces the following well-known vocalists
The prima donna IL Helen BertraIn. who pos
esses q fine dramatic soprano voice. which
has been beautifully cultivated. She Is not
only an artistic singer. but an actress Of no
mean ability. Betlna Girard. formerly known
as Betina PsdelfOrd, - well known here
having passed her childhood IN Rich
mond. She is a sweet singer and has made q
success on the operate stage. Richard +. Car
roll is one Of the best comedians IN this
country. and has been the leading comedian
AZ the Casino and Palmer's Theatre, New
York. v. II. Clark will be greeted with pleas
ure. Tor he is extremely popular here having
sung his way into our graces when member
off the old Boston Ideals" tie is one Of the
best bassos ever in Richmond. Dir. Dun has
with him Miss Gussie COogan, dancer OK
rare excellence, and whose work, while diner-
ing from the ordinary skirt dancing. forms
one OF the most unique and original features
of the performance. Lecoq's tuneiul master
piece The Queens Mate will be sung
Wednesday. Friday and Saturday matinee,
and "Paels.n the clever work Of Paulton and
Jacobowski. will be rendered Thursday and
Saturday nights
The Northern press have been lavish IN
their praise of Mr. Duif's company, aud pro-
nounce the marching singing and costumlng
superior TO any seen III "A long time. Inc
sale of seats tegins Monday AZ A. A., and,
judging from the inquiries already made.
should be large. There have been so lew
opera companies here this season that this
engagement will prove quite society event.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
METHODIST EDUCATORS
To Meet in Annual session soon-Encamp-
mcnt OF State Guard.

RALEIGH. n. c., Feb. Especial. In a
short time tho educational board OF the
Methodist conferences in this State will hold
their annual meeting. Bishops Galloway and
Duncan will be present on this occasion.
The executive committed of the Murfrees-
boro Female College met in Raleigh and dis
cussed plans 10 fund the debt now resting on
that institution and prepare for more vigor-
ous work The committee - also looking out
for principal TO succeed the present one, who
Will retire next June.
The encampment Of the State Guard Mt
Wrightsville this year will be by regiments.
Next year the entire Guard will 90 into en-
campment at the Worlds Fair at Chicago.
John Rudisill. who lives on Indian creek
near Iinconton. will soon begin the erection
Of patent roller Touring mill. He will put
in what is known as the log process" with
a capacity of about 100 bushels of wheat per
day.
Andy Gibson. colored train-hand on the
Western North Carolina railroad was killed
last night at Statesvile. lie was preparing
10 couple the engine and boX-car and was
walking along the track between the two
when his foot caught on the switch rod and
he was thrown across the rails. The trucks
Of the engine an over him breaking one leg
and cutting the other entirely OF. lie dlei
as he was taken out
A large crowd is expected here tomorrow
20 hear Sam Jones, the evangelist, preach at
Edent0n-street n. =. church. lie has deiy-
cred two lectures and will preach tomorrow
morning and evening. large crowd has
arrived on the incoming trains tonight III
order to hear him.
The funeral of Mr +. W. Sherwood. the
engineer of the Raleigh and Castor railroad,
took place to-day at the First Presbyterian
church There was large number OF
Knights Of Pythias taking part in the ceremo-
MES, every lodge in the city turning out in
force The funeral rites Of the order were
solemnized at Oakwood cemetery, where the
interment took place. Prelate Foster, OF
Centre Lodge. oficiated
The work of stating the roof OF the new
union depot here has been finished. but there
is considerable work yet to be done on the
interior
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07

BrcKNGHAM COURTHOUSE, Jan. 6.-lSpe-
cial. We were surprised TO see the snow yes
terdav morning. The weather for the last
ten days has been 80 mild that the farmers
were running their plows and quite expect
inc the spring. Tie pruning OF grape vines
and small-fruit trees. winch generally takes
place in the pleasant days Of February, has
had to be postponed.
The farmers who have taken their tobacco
to the Farmvle market have had good
prices. hut have not been so successful with
beef cattle, which seems to be low every
whore
Wheat is looking fairly well, but a poor
showing for winter oats.
The Farmers Alliance in this section seems
TO be lying low this winter. but is making
good promises for the future in the way Of
branch stores. &c.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
Acndennx of AInaic.

Attractions Of high character will be given
during the month of February at the Acad-
emy of Music. The Old Old Story"
a society drama. first given 10 the pub
lie and met with instant success at the
Lyceum. in New York, under Daniel Froh-
mnns management the 18th and 18th. Fol
lowing that. 18th, 18th aud l7th the City
Directory" with all its ollities. T.. III. Soth-
ern with his grand comedies on the 18th. 18th
and Goth. Then the prince Of quaint come
dians in his new play of Peaceful Valley"
which is the crowning effort of his most sue
cessful career, having received indorsement
from the public by the largest box office re-
turns of any one of his former comedies, and
is pronounced by the press as the qualntest.
neatest and funniest of comedies. Mrs Dr;
Longshore Potts. the distnguished medical
lecturer. will come the last week OF the
month Her lectures are of the highest ctar-
acter. entertaining. instructive and extremely
important TO all classes of people who place
value on tho hygenlo laws for governing the
human system
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07

Secretary Candlish has already received
notice from over two hundred delegates from
other cities who will attend the State conyen-
ton of tho Young Mems Christian Associa-
ton. but I'D % last evening quarters and en-
tertainment had only been secured for ninety
two visitors 10 IS expected that al east four
hundred out-of- town delegates will meet
here and all citizens who are willing to give
rec entertainment 70 some OF the delegates
are urgently requested by the officers Of the
Association to send at once their. names and
addresses 20 Secretary Candlsh. Last year
lie convention was held in Lynchburg and
tho three hundred dele ,ates who went TO
that city were royalty entertained by the
residents
In view of the fact that tho number Of del
erates 10 the State convention is increasing
cverv wear IL has been deemed advisable TO
limit the number for the future and the con-
yention will fix pro rata representation.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
Hnhn Enremell TO EnssIn.

ATLANTA, GA, Feb. G.-Three years ago
Rudolph Kof. with $4,000 in his possession,
left Atlanta for Russia. He was not again
heard from until to-day. when he returned
with a curious story. lie stated that as soon
as he arrived in Russia he was arrested be-
cause his name was on the list Of those who
had given information 10 George kennan
about the atrO cities of Siberia. He was tried
aud sentenced TO "a term of eight years IN
time he was transferred 10 the penal work in
the navy and thus came 10 be on board tie
Russian flagship Sebastopol which passed
of Tybee some days ago As Kof was the
only man who could speak English, he was
sent ashore 10 consult With pilot AS soon
as he touched ground he bade adien 10 his
companions and set out for Atlanta kof had
become an American citizen before his de-
parture for Russia.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07

Robert Downing the brilliant young
American tragelian. VIII now stands on an
enual footing with the great trageiians OF the
,,oIern stare vii appear 40 the New lIch-
mond Theatre on Monday and Tuesday IN
three performances. which Will be given ~
follows. The engagement WILL open on Mon,
dav evening with a grand production OF
Sra Lesneareis greatest work. Julius Cesar.
with Mr Downing IN his great impersonatiQn
az Marc Anthony. A special matinee VIII %
given IN Tuesday afternoon, when GouDle
"o,,edv hill including "katharlne and IA
tr-cbi3 - and French Marriage" VIII be
0iven Our tLeatre-gOers Will nave an op-
nrrtunitv OF seeing this brilliant actor IN
comeSy and Will 30 able 20 Judge as % his
,,rsst instability. On Tuesday evening tho
snoeoenent will close with performance OF
John Banim's great play. Damon and
pvfbias which will be gwen With the most
rarna-kebie cast that the play mas ever nad,
;nasmuch as there will DO no less than elgnt
knights OF Pythias in the principal parts IN
clrdlng Mr. Downing himself, who Is most
enthusiastic member Of the order and Dir
knight IN the L. r h. L.
Mr. Downing will be supported by his own
company OF PLAYERS. which Is headed by that
beautiful woman ana charming actress,
Fugenie Blair who IS sure To receive q warm
welcome at the hands of her many admirers
in this city. Fred c. MOsey, VINO Tor many
seasons controlled the lesds with the late
lamented Lawrence Barrett, "a also member
or this strong organization. Ihe other men,
bers OF the company have peeh selected py
Mr. Downing with reference 70 thelr hthosS
lor IN. various characters assigned them.
tg.,,.-,4 .,,,,rooriats scenery Will be used IN
ali ~ The above uamed plays. and the cos
,rcas worn. which are all by that we'll
known New York cOstumer Hawthorne. are
said 10 be both rich and historically correct.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
Remarkable Capture.

SAvANNAH. Ga. Feb. 6.-Rey. Joseph J.
Iindner. the famous confidence man, was
captured here to-day. lie was talking with
Secretary Stradtman. of the Young Mems
opening the Association mail Among the
latter was one containing circular with a
likeness of Linduer. and Offering IA reward for
his capture Lindner saw the circular and
lett the building before Stradtman could stop
him. The secretary captured him soon after
wards on the street as he was making for the
depot. He acknowledged indentity and will
be sent 20 Nashville where he IS wanted for
obtaining diamonds and money under false
pretenses.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07

CLEVELAND O.. Feb. 6.-ln to-days session
OF the Oyerman court martial trial Major
Overman admitted that he had failed 10 ac-
count to the Government for 1924 20 one of
the specifications, but declared that he had
not converted the money 70 his own use; also
that the United States would not Lose any
thing by the transaction. This afternoon the
court began taking testimony on the specif-
cations charging Overman with having pur-
chased two dozen pearl handled pocket
knives and returning bills for the same 10 the
Treasury Department as pixies for tie
breakWatez.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07

ToLrDo. O.. Feb 6-Father Kolosinski
nastor Of st. Anthony's Polish Catholic
church. was arrested last evening on war
rant sworn out By the parents Of Frances
Jekovsd. an eleven-year-old girl IN his par
ish who alleges that tho priest committed a
criminal assa u upon her on september 18th
last. aud at divers times since. the girl mad
len enoploved IS domestic IN Father Koio-
sinski's house. and no has not the best kind
Of reputation. Tho priest denies the
charges and says it is blaeknailing scheme.
The defendant was released on : 1000 bail
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
The Electric Lights.

The Committee on Electric Lights OF the
c;fv Council met in the Council chamber last
evening. with Mr. Dean Courtney IN the
chair to locats the 800 electric lights which
are to he furnished by the Richmond Railway
and Electric Light Company. After some
d,scussion il was decided to leave the location
to super ntendent Adams, of the city gas
works. in conjunction, with me Clty Englneer'
tendent Traiford, of the Richmond Railway
Compass
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
Henderson Tobacco Market - Prisoners
Caught.

HFNDRRsov. n. O.. Feb. Especial l-Al
our warehouses have been we'll filed since
TUESDAY and prices are unchanged. The to-
bacco crop generally IS deficient in body;
but there are "A few farmers who have as good
tobacco as has been made in past years.
The escaped prisoner not captured on the
dav of the al delivery here, an account of
which was telegraphed you on the 9Th. Is
still at large The other four were soon
brought in
Rev. Sam. Jones will lecture here tonight
and will have full house.
Farmers have about finished burning
plant beds. ard are now blowing for oats.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
Revenue ColIections-Insane.

United States internal revenue collections in
the Second district of Virginia for the month
Of January, 1892. were as follows: Tobacco,
$50. .S72.44: cigars and cigarettes S42,9lL.27;
brandy, sl.Os5lO; beer. S2O35O: snuff, S27;
specials, S977.75; lists, :93.3L Total, Sl29,-
17l.37.
The exports for the month of January we're
as follows. Tobacco, 5q1 ,O23l pounds; num-
Der of cigars, 5,O0Oi number Of cigarettes.
1924. 900.
Joseph Green and Moses Chapman two col
ored prisoners in the city Jail. were adjudged
insane to-day and ordered to be sent TO the
Central Lunatic Asylum as soon rs accOmmO-
dations can be had there for them.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
Pullman Car Tax

The bill introduced by Mr Saunders yester-
day. which imposes a tax upon the proportion
o. tho capital stock Of All Pullman
sleeping or dining car companies which
is invested or used 10 this State.
taxes every 600 OF the assessed cash value Of
tie caoital stock OF such corporations An
additional tax of 10 cents on the 500 is TO be
applied 10 the public schools.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
She Wanted Revenge.

MEMPHIS. Tenn. Feb. 6.-Ihree days ago
AIN Hines assaulted Rosa Eean the dargh-
.o~ f. Frank T. an. and ran away. RE was
broueht - Memphis this morning and the
iittle eirl and her father visited the head
quarters 20 identify Hines; Az soon as the
vnder her apron and quickly handed it to the
sather who leveled the weapon at Hines
I'D was IN the act of shooting when the
chief chic made lunge for the revolver. He had
a hard struggle with the father and daughter
before no could secure the weapon.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07

HIGHLAND SPRINGS. Va, Feb. G.--The week
has been enliyened by a wedding along the
line" the contracting parties being Miss Eta
Oakley and Mr.. Rudolph. Games and merry
making were continued till the wee sma'
hours
The addition t. Mr. Reads house is rapidly
nearing completion. and when the obserya-
tory is finished those interested in astronomy
will have an opportunity to scan the heavens
through one of the best telescopes in the
country. 90
During the past month the following pupil 5
were on the roll Of honor in Miller's graded
school: Berry Stainback, Charlie STAN back,
Campbell Acree. Charlie Walton. NandO
Oakley. Rolhe Nease. Smith Acree, Mollie
Elicit
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07

LONDON. Feb. 6.-The British steamship
Etruria, Captain Halnes, reports that the
Etruria experienced severe weather during
her passage across the Atlantic On Sunday
last the Etruria passed through hurricane
which tried her seagoing qualities severely.
During the storm the steamship shipped
several heavy seas. which resulted in severe
injury TO two of her crew and minor injuries
10 several others. One of the ttruria's crew
had his leg broken during the hurricane and
another man had his skull fractured.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
ninnroe ward Club.

The re was a large meeting Of the Monroe
Ward Democratic club last evening at their
hall. No. 2iO south Second street
Addresses were made by Captain Charles
n FpDs. Sheriff d. S. Gates, Mr.. John 4.
Hughes. Several friends spoke Tor Mr. IL:
Sell jennings, who was not present, aud
CAPTAIN Stratton also made few remarks.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
That Nasty Deadlock.

HARTFORD. CoSS., Fob. 6:-Three members
were present at the roll call for the House OF
Representatives at 10 80 this morning. They
we're Messrs. Neaiy of Windsor Locks; Up
Mir Walker. the organizer Of the minority
was ia the gallery. In the absence of QUO
rum the speaker declared the house adjourned
until Monday ut L. II.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
An Accomplished Vocallst

A select company OF music lovers was IN
formally gathered yesterday afternoon in the
parlors OF Mr. aud Mrs. f. c. Hahr 70 meet
the accomplished vocalist. Miss Marion
Kemp. OF New lork. Miss Kemp delighted
those present by her beautiful voice and
artstc style of singing. which has lately been
highly developed 10y thorough course OF
training undor some of the leading masters OF
Europe. Miss May Rogers and Alr. Hair
added TO tho evenings enjoyment by per-
forming on tho piano some OF Alr. Hair ;
own comDoslttOns
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
Female African Traveller:

LONDON. Feb. 6.-Mrs French Shelton,
who went to Central Africa last year has
completed the inevitable book describing her
Journey and experience in the Dark Cont
nent. She will start for New York next
Wednesday 10 arrange simultaneous publ
eaton of her adventures and observations in
tho land of elephants. tusks and unpro-
nOunnnnle rivers.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
The A. J.. V. A.

Tho Association for the Preservation OF
Virginia Antiquities Will meet III tho nan OF
tho House OF Delegates tomorrow evening ~
$50 O'clock. There will be an election OF
officers and other business of Importance Will
be transacted. All members, old and new
are requested to attend
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
Shni With "a HIafnl.

julius Dickinson (coored) was shot and
quite badly wounded by X. A. Davis (colored)
in house on Twelfth street near Cary yester-
day morning. The ball entered Dicklnsons
temple and made an ugly wound. He was
carried 10 the almshOuse by the ambulance
Davis gave himself up at the Second police
station. claiming the shooting 20 be accidental.
The men were playing with areyolyer.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
Weather Forecast.

s., WAsHIv0roy. d. g.. Feb. 6.--For vir-
ginia: DECIDEDLY warmer; fresh south
tEAlR lorly winds and fair sunday; incroas
'"" ling ci0udiness sunday evening wlth
- probable rain sunday night or Monday.
For North and south Carolina: Much
warmer; southeasterly winds and fair Sunday:
eloudy weather and probably rain Monday.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07

ar. John w. Pond engineer of tho Bessi-
aei ana birmingham Railroad Company, Is
10 city on visit 10 relatives.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
ANOTHER HORRIBLE AFFAIR.

milan. Tenn. Feb Ga horrible tragedy
occurred in Carroll county last night. Charles
Travis and wife have been living unhappily
for some time. A few days ago the wife
pushed one of the children into the fire place.
burning it badly In his anger the husband
kicked his wife out of doors. She swore she
would kill him and last night while her hus-
band was asleep Mrs. Travis procured a razor
and slashed his face and throat IN dozen
places. Travis grappled with his wife aud
secured the razor lie was so weakened by
loss of blood. however. that he died before
help arrival. When the neighbors reached
the house Mrs. Travis was found covered with
blood and in the act of shooting herself with
a revolver. IL is believed she is insane,
brought on by brooding over domestic trou-
bleg
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
TENNESSEE TRAGEDIES.
A Man and Wife Both Killed and a Wife
Murders Her Husband.

Nashville, Tenn, FEB. 6.-Yesterday
United States Deputy Marshal Spurry re-
ported horrible tragedy, which happened at
a country dance near Gordonville. Putnam
county, on the night after the 4th instant,
and as a result three persons. George White,
his wife. Mrs. Mary White and Sam Donel-
son. are dead killed in a drunken row. The
dance was given as leap year affair,
and with good people were "toughs," "
who began to fill mp on whisky
duung the early part Of the night. The re-
spectacle element at the ball drew OF TO
themselves refusing to affiliate with the
"toughs" After midnight the r0wdies began
10 interfere. Donelson and W bite deputized
themselves to order of the men, Their
orders were met with oaths and curses. and
the larger part Of the gang drew weapons.
This was more than the two men could stand.
and White struck at one of the toughs, but
didn't hit him. fight ensued IN which Mrs.
White was killed The husband, enraged,
sprang into the thickest OF the fight, and
with Donelson was shot down. No arrests
have been made.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
orHER sTEAKERs.

The other speakers followed in the order
eel down. The complete list of speakers and
tie order in which they came was as follows.
Nessrs Meredith Edmunds Tucker, O Fer
rail- and Wise. of Virginia. Henderson, Wash
mgton. Herbert. Wilson, of West Virginia;
Cummings, Chapman. C0wles Elliot, Breck-
.lrLlre OF kentuckN. and NulDersln.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07
THE EUMoR DENIED.

AAE NAA'N bANAAh
rumor has been circulated to the effect
shat the object of the Democratic leaders of
he House in increasing the membership of
lhe Committee on Interstate and foreign
Commerce by two was 10 dis ,lace Represent
..ve Wise as chairman that the purpose was
g. ring about q choice by election and thus
secure the defeat Of Mr.. Wise
General Catchings, who offered the amend
Aent increasing the membership, sand TO your
slrrespondent to-day
There is absolutely no truth in the report.
Two members were added 10 the committee
" make places for Carutn OF Kentucky and
Coombs oil BROOKLYN. in the last House tho
committee consisted of seventeen members.
We had fixed 10 at fifteen. To make room ior
.arutA and CoOmbs we added two 90 tho
a>mm.t;ce. That is al there Is IA IL.
WASHINGTON NOTES.
In North Carolina star service from Fairfax
n 1lhp will be discontinued from the 10Th
Instant
Mail messenger service 20 Rockwell. Rowan
olnty from Richmond and DanyllIe rail-
~sd las been discontinued.
House Of Representatives.
There was a small attendance in the House
1ls morning both on tue floor and in the gal
tles. This was the day set apart for Tho de-.
IeIg of eulOgies iu respect 30 the memory OF
~c ate ". II. i. Ice. Of Virginia.
e.lor Pedro Mont. the Dhilian Minister
fas ODD he floor fr ~ short time and was IL
reduced 20 several members by Congressman
randall. OF Mississippi.
lie House convened at 1915 =. NJ. The
"1rual being approved recess was taken
iuiA ! O'Clock. Resolutions OF respect were
Asse1. and then Mr. Meredith. the successor
General co. delivered II brief and touching
'-ogy upon the deceased.
hemmks Of respect were then msde by the
GLOWING gcntloman. Representatives Id
runds, Tucker, OFerraA and Wise of Viz
pna Herman Of Oregon. Washington of
tennessee. Herbert Of Alabama, Wilson of
sesl Virginia. Cummings Of New York.
OWES OF orth Carolina. Elliott Of South
yeio..na and Breckinridge of Kentucky.
lie House then adjourned until Monday
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-07

Herr Paul Riehm has invented mist or fox
ball by means of which an enemy NAV be
wrapped in the mist Of thick tog. These
fog balls are composed easily of broken
spheres containing ammonia and certain acids,
which upon escaping. create fog which en-
veops all around until blown away by the
wind. The inventor says that W th this fog
about them. it will be impossible for the
enemy to find their range or 90 reply to an
attack.