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The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-07-11
Fell Under the Train.

BETHEL, July 9.-Wm. Richardson,
fireman on the ballast train, fell under
the train, losing an arm and sustaining
\ other injuries.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-07-11
THE WEATHER.

BosToN, July 1O.-Local forecast for
New England: Generally fair; continued
warm, south and southwest Winds
Warmer on the coast of Maine.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-07-11
Local Weather Report.
PORTLAND, Me, July 10, 1892.
8 A. NJ. 8 P. M.

Mean daily ther e6. .0IMax vel. wind... 12
Maximum ,ther. FAC Total precip.... DOL
Minimum ther =. d. 37.0I
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
NEWS From ABROAD.

NJ. Ribot, Minister Of Foreign Affairs, will
shortly pay visit TO NJ. de iiiers. the Rus
sian oregn Minister. at Aix-les-Balns.
The New Zealand House Of Representa-
tives has again passed the bill exte ding the
elect raj franchise To women which was re-
iected in 1891 by the Legislative Council.
Mr. Asauith. the English home secretary.
has consented 10 consider the question of
the release Of the Irish prisoners who were
sentenced for connection with dynamite
plots.
A suspected Russian spy has been arrest
ed for taking photographs OF the forts At
Townsville. a seaport town On the north
east coast of Cleveland bay. says q dispatch
from Brisbane. Queensland.
The North German Gazette says that
Russia las officially informed the German
Government that the documents recently
published by the official Bulgarian journal
Syoboda in regard to Russia's participation
Ia conspiracies in Bulgaria were forReries.
A Young American named Mortimer Borg.
who Is making a tour OF Norway in COM
pany with his uncle Nr Llchtenstander
DIR. Bowman and servant. complained to
the police authorities at Drontheim that he
was being il-treated by his companions.
Lichtenstander and Dr. Bowman were sum-
moned to court to answer the charge made
against them. They stated to the Judge
that Borg was respondent ana had ten
dency TO kill himself. As corrective they
had inflicted chastisement upon him. The
public prosecutor WAS not satisfied with
this explanation and demanded that tho
accused be held for further examination.
The Court took the prosecutors view OF
the matter and adjourned the hearing.
Lichtenstander aud DR.. Bowman were Ad-
mitted TO bail in the sum OF 10000 kronen.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
A Terrifying Experience.

will remember as long as | live that
when was serving 50 an apprentice | was
called upon to join party Of watchers in
room where the body of r stout old gentle
man lay resting on cooling board to await
the preparation of special sized coffin.
II was my duty to accompany one OF the
young ladies present, who carried the
light into the room where the body lay,
and occasionally moisten a cloth with anti
septic fluid that was spread over the face
of the dead. 1t was bitter cold night
and the wind was bowling mournfully
without and creaking doors and shaking
windows As we passed in before the
body and / raised the covering from the
dead mans face my companion acciden-
tally logged the board, and instantly fol-
lowing the motion low cultural sound
proceeded from the mouth Of the dead
body which nearly paralyzed US with
fright.
My companion shrieked. | imagined l
saw the lips move and the eyelids culver;
the cold sweat oozed from my forehead in
huge beadlike drops. All the watchers
came in and an investigation ensued. 1t
was only the exit of some air in the body
that was started by the shaking OF the
body on the board but it was terrible
ordeal TO me, can assure you.-Interyiew
in Philadelphia Press.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
PERSONAL AND GENERAL.
Interesting Facts About Richmond's Citi-
zens and Other Matters.

gems and Other Matters.
Rev. c. C. Wertenbaker formerly pastor
of Laurel-street Methodist church, is in the
city.
Miss J. f. Keegan is visiting friends in
Portsmouth She will spend about ten
days
The Union Democratic CLUB will have an
important business meeting next Monday
night.
Rev. James f. Cook has been assisting
this week ut a meeting being held IN Gooch-
land county.
Misses Maud Hill and Maud Journey have
returned from Bowling Green, where they
spent tho summer.
Mrs. w. C. Moore has returned from Han
ever, where she has been visiting the family
Of County Treasurer Shelton
Mr. r. w. Anderson. principal of the
Male Orphan Asylum. has returned from
his recreation, spent at Waynesboro.
Mrs. Lizzie Hicks is still with Sirs. Jo-
seph K. Gill at the Male Orphan Asylum.
She IL greatly improved, but receives no
visitors.
MIR. w. ]. Flournoy, the Chesapeake and
Ohio passenger AGENT at Norfolk. passed
through Richmond last evening en- route for
Hot Springs. Arkansas.
MT. OeOTeo n QUINN, VI IulS Clby, Wullc
at Iron Gate few days agohad valuable
watch and chain and quite roll of green
backs stolen from him. There is no clue to
the thief.
Past Grand Chancellor Charles T. Loehr
has returned from Kansas City. Mo. In
That city he attended the session of the Su-
promo Lodge of the World of the Knights
OF Pythias.
Mr. T. II. Rodman. whose sudden death
last Friday morning in bath-tub in New
York has been noted. was a brother-in-law
of Mr Charles Selden. superintendent OF
the City railway.
In an account of the funeral of Mrs. Jesse
NJ. Blair in the Washington Post of yester-
dav Mr.. Frederick Woodward. of Rich
m0ud. is stated 10 have conducted the
Golden Cross burial service at the grave in
a most impressive manner.
General Euclid Borland, of New Orleans,
il tho guest of his cousin, Major +. NJ. Boy
kin. General Borlsnd was private Ia and
afterwards captain of Company Il of the
sixth Virginia infantry. He Is now in CON-
niand of the Frat brigade OF Louisiana State
trOoDa-
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
A" A Pair of Kids. "

Ezra Kendall and ten other people pre-
sented "A Pair of Kids" at the Richmond
Theatre last evening. The house was well
filled, particularly the galleries. Quite a
number of fashionable folk occupied seats
in the orchestra. Kendall served up his
role with the same old business " that has
characterized the part tor the past four
years, and he only swerved from the well
worn path when be delivered himself of
several songs only one OF which had any
merit. Kendall is not singer. and when
he Jumps from the eccentric comedian role
TO that of low comedy-man one hardly
knows where he is going TO drop. There
really seems to be doubt in Kendall s
mind. .
The play is designated on the programme
as an original musical and pantOmime
farce and it has ever been understood
that in farces the soubrette Is pretty. Miss
Jennie Dunn was the soubrette last even
ing. and she was not pretty. Ergo, some
things the matter with the farce or Miss
Dunn.
The other actors or actresses with perhaps
the exception of Car,Otta, were but ordinary
in their respective roles, and some were
even amateurish. They went about their
fun-making with an effort that was pain
full. aud but half way succeeded III their
attempts
Carlotta frightened up matters in the
second act by doing a serpentine dance.
She is graceful and pretty, the possessor of
wel-rounded figure and waves her skirts
in bewitching manner. A parlor scene
is hardly the place for a serpentine dance,
however, for it gives Carlotta hardly enough
room.
Kendall in the baseball scene was excel
lent. and the "Boogee Man was acceptably
rendered. The play will be repeated to-
night
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02

representing the Italian Beneficial Society
and n. Soma representing the Prince of
Naples Society The line Of march will be
taken up. The route selected Ia from the
City Hall by wav of Broad TO Twenty fifth.
20 Main, to Fifth. to Franklin TO Laurel, to
Broad They will pass in grand review be-
fore His Honor the Mayor in front Of the
Richmond Theatre.
The procession over, there will be fire.
works in front OF the City Hall at night
and tnen banquet at Sanger Hall on
Seventh street.
Invitations have been sent to Italian So
cieties in Norfolk, Lynchburg and Wash
ineton. The efficient committee of arrange
ments is composed of Messrs. V. Donati.
Il. j. Baccigalupo. Z. Gonnella. q. Ciucci
and A. Moriconi.
IL is hoped that the American citizens
will appreciate the efforts and the labors
OF the compatriots OF the great navigator,
Columbus. In this celebration, and decorate
their stores and houses along the line of the
march
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
Home From EuroDe.

Miss Ella Kraker. the popular daughter
of MIR. julius Kraker. one of Rich
mond's best known citizens. returned to
Richmond last evening after an extensive
trip through Europe. She sailed from
Boulogue on the goth. and arriving at New
York had to give quite an exact account Of
her trip to the custom house officials before
she was allowed to land.
Miss Kraker. several months ago sailed
for the other side with party of New York
friends. She visited London Paris,
Rotterdam. Amsterdam. Berlin. Bre-
men. Weisbaden, Cologne. Frankfort.
Hamburg, Hague. Schereningen in
Holland. Brussels. the Riviera and
many less noted places and spent most
delightful time of it. Her party knew moth
ing of cholera until Just before their de-
parture for the United States they read of
1t IN an Amsterdam newspaper The party
encountered Americans at avery place Wis
tied
Miss Kraker held an informal reception at
her fathers home. 100 east Clay street, last
evening and was warmly welcomed by her
many friends.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
Sowing Machine. on sewing Machines.

Yesterday Broad street, between Second
and Third. was partially blockaded for most
of the day with Singer Sewing machines.
large force was busy storing these ma
chimes in the basement OF the ONCE OF the
Singer Manufacturing Company. 2O5 east
Broad street. while several wagons wers
hauling from the old Dominion steamer to
that point.
This was the largest shipment Of sewing
machines ever received in this city. and yet
only one-eighth of the sewing machines sold
in the Southeastern states passes through
the main Office in this city. but are con-
signed direct to the various branches under
its management.
1t is a rare sight to see so many sewing
machine at one glance. and il Is another OF
the many evidences of the growth OF klcn-
mond's business. The increase III the busi-
ness OF the company has necessltsted en-
largsd storage-room and facilities Tor hand
ling its goods.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
JUSTICE JOHNS COURT.
The Fall Season Opens with the Blind
folded Goddess.

An average docket greeted His Honor on
the opening day Of the fall season of the
Goddess of Justice on yesterday. The fol-
lowing sinners we're disposed of:
Sarah Williams (colored). for cursing and
abusing Helen Carter, was fined $3.50 aud
costs
Bargie Allen (colored), beating Mary
cambridge, was fined $40 and costs and
made to give security for ninety days in
800.
II. A. Reams. for assaulting and beating
James K. Jones. was made to pay the costs.
Willie Hill (cOlOred), beating Hutson 4 ora
with rock. was fined ~ and costs.
James Jones (colored), for creating dis
turbance on electric car No. ID. was made TO
pay the costs.
The case of Mary Stump. alias Hill (col-
ored), for breaking into the house of John
A. Kratz and stealing one lot of dress goods,
was continued until Saturday.
The cases of Mary Robinson. alias Harris .
and Mary Hill doth colored). charged with
receiving certain articles. including dress
goods, the property of Mr. KratZ, knowing
the same to be stolen, were also continued
till the same date
Hester Bush (colored) was charged with
abuse and assault of Eliza Grigsby. but the
case was dismissed.
James Jones white and Sallie Washing
lOh NCOlOie u), LOT iAebnl AesluoHOo .OEothSi
as man and wife. were sent To the musings
court.
Jesse Washington (colored), for beating
Shelby Boiling was fined $40 and costs.
Jesse Hilton lcolored) was made to give
security in 800 for ninety days for being
q suspicious character.
James Stewart (colored) was charged with
stealing certain closet fixtures, and made to
give 500 security for ninety days.
". A. Scott was fined So and costs for
beating George r. Harris and required to
give 500 security for ninety DAYS.
Lucian Fields (colored), for being drunk,
was fined 50 and costs and made TO give Sc
cunty 10 400 for thirty days.
Z. &. Holt, charged with running cart
without license. was dismissed.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
The nranufacture OF SHOES.

The essentials of shoe are the upper,
the sole. the counter or heel stiffening and
the heel These parts are again subdivided
into the "vamp" for covering the front OF
the foot; the large and the small quarters
for encircling the ankles, the button piece,
etc The work Of the shoemaker is To pre-
pare and close these various parts OF the
upper and the Innings together, TO bring
them into the desired shape, to fasten
them to the sole which has been previous
" cut, to attach the heel and then TO give
the various parts the desired finish and
style. These processes indicate the lines
along which machinery had TO be applied.
All the operations have been subdiyided
10 the minutest detail, and in the perform
ance Of all of them machines, more or less
satisfactory in their workings, have been
devised. The parts of the uppers are now
sewed together by machinery, and they are
pegged, sewed or screwed to the sole by
machinery. Instead of the lapstone and
the hammer for condensing the leather are
now swiftly revolving rollers. and instead
of the patterns for cutting out the soles
are dies or sole shaped knives set in ma
chimes George A. Rich in Popular Science
Monthly.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
WHAT PLAY-GoERs MAY EXPECT.
Some of the Attractions that Will Appear
in Richmond During the Season.

In Richmond During the Season.
Mr.. Cahill. lessee and manager of Mozart
Academy is earnestly at work having his
house repaired and reftted for the coming
season. All OF the old cur aims and carpets
have been taken away and the house thor
oughly cleaned. New carpets will IL lew
DAYS be aid Velvet hacgings vii. super
sede the unsightly blue shades at the win
dows, electric bulbs will take the place of
gas fixtures and several other arrangements
will serve TO make patrons more comtorta-
bic and pleased.
Mr.. Cahil is determined that only first
class attractions shall appear at his esta 5lish-
ment. Speaking to me yesterday, lie sad:
The list / have Just furnished you is one
that includes the very best companies now
on the road. and they are simply given IN
order that the patrons of the Mozart
Academy can understand what is to be ex-
pected this season. My policy will ever be
to keep this house closed unless | can offer
every time something that is frst-class."
The Academy will open on October Sd
with Efie Ellsier in Hazel Kirke." Miss
Ellsler this season will also produce new
play in which Robert Drouet. author OF
Fra Diavalo' and In a WOman's Power"
will be her leading man.
THE CRAY MARE"
On October 5th. 9Th and eth. THE Gray
Mare" a success from the Lyceum Theatre
New York, will hold the Academy boards.
aud the play will be given with not only
solendid cast. but will have background
OF beautiful stage settings and other Access
SORES.
On the 10th and nth Stuart Robson
will appear in his new play and during the
week beginning October 18th that well
known success. The Soudan," will be at
the Academy. On the oath. 25th and 26th
there will DO presented tie New York pro-
duction of Eighty Days Around the
World 1t ia we'll known play. dra-
matizaton OF Jules Verne's work.
Nat Goodwin on October 18th 29th and
Soth appears in his new play. "A Gilded
FooL" The piece was written by Henry
Guy Carleton. author OF The Lions
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02

Forest Home. Va. beautiful old Viz
ginia homestead. which is situated about
two and One-half miles from Chase City.
was the scene OF delightful day Wednes-
ing of Miss n. Mamie Boswell and her
guests, Mr.. j. /. Boswell, Jr.. of Richmond.
Misses Eta l.. Elan and Lizzie Booker of
Suffolk, Mary Thompson of Louisville,
KY Elise Jeffress of Red Oak Grove and
Messrs. II. +. Elan of Suffolk. H. K. Bos-
well OF Richmond. T. G. Boswell of Chase
City. sought in the early part of morning
this historic place. The many pleasant
happenings of the day were undoubtedly
indeliblY Impressed upon each mind
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
THE SULLIVAN TEAM
Attracts Mush Attention as 1T Coos to New
Dreams.

Kingston, n. Y. Sept. 1.-The John l..
Sullivan special train reached here at
s o'clock this evening and proceeded on
its WY to New Orleans. At Buffalo and
Cincinnati there was a very merry party
on board, and all We're enthusiastic in
their belief that Sullivan would be Il win
her against Corbett. Matt Clune. the
proprietor Of the hotel where Sullivan
stops in New York. was Offering even
money mp TO $1,000 that John L. would
win in ten rounds. All along the line
crowds assembled at the stations and
stared at the train where it did not stop.
AZ Cornwall the train stopped for a
few minutes. and a crowd Of 200 or 300
men and women who had gathered at the
station cheered at the forward chr,
which had been fitted up as a gymnasium,
until sullivan went TO window and look
ed ont. lie smiled, but gave no further
recognition Of the compliment. Sullivan
did no work in his car gymnasium on the
way "a"
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
Oily circuit Court.

At special term of the circuit court held
yesterday the charter of the Holt Improved
Water Filterng Company was changed to
the Holt Improved Water Filter Company
II. X. Miler qualified to practice in the
circuit court.
The counsel for the Danville and Western
Railroad Company made application to cor
rect an assessment against Il by the Board
Of Public " Orks. which was dOcketed and
continued to the October term.
The Judge then signed the adjourning
order and the court was adjourned for the
term.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
The Ietiars of Acceptnnce.

Washington, Sept. 1T is understood
that President HmriSon's letter of ac-
ccptance will be made public on Monday
morning next. Mr.. Whitelaw Reds will
follow about September 10Th. Mr.. Cleve-
land has not yet indicated when his
but it is expected to be made public
not later than September both.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
Circus To-day.

Sells Brothers Big Show of the World
will exhibit to-day, afternoon and even
ing. on the Lee monument grounds. The
usual morning parade of horsemen,
horsewomen, cages, chariots. animals
and all the usual accomplishments Of
music will be given. The streets will be
thronged first. and later the tents of the
circus, for Richmond dearly loves good
show
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
THE 4OOTH ANNIVERsARY
or tho Discovery of America bv Columbt

O' tho Discovery of America by Coiumb us
to be celeb nted
The Italians OF Richmond have been
quietly periecting arrangements for tho
celebration on the coming 18th of October.
1902, Of the four-huudredth anniversary of
Tie discovery Of America by their great fellow
conntryman Christopher Columbus. There
VIII DO parade TO be formed in front Of the
ne" City Hall Of Their societies the Italian
Beneficial Society and the Prince OF Naples
bocsty.
kach will be headed by a band under the
direction OF the chief marshal Squire V.
Donati. and bis assistants. Messrs. X. Orsi
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02

Miss Rosa. the daughter of Mr. c. c.
Thon. held the lucky number. 257, which
drew the stove at the Iron Moulders picnic
Wednesday. Afterwards number OF
guests assembled in Mr.. Thons dining
room and appropriately celebrated the
happy event. Refreshments were served
abundantly and there was singing by Mrs.
II. l.. Farrell, James German, George Copp,
Dan Kennedy. Is. N. Sullivan. Marshall
Ramos, Thomas Cowan and K. W. Thon.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02

Mouth" wsrde's great play. and is con-
sidered by critics to be Carleton's master
piece.
MIR. Cahill is now negotiating for two
New York productions TO appear here dur
ing the first part Of November
During the week of November 2sth Mr..
Wilson Barrett will appear at the Academy
in repertoire. He will produce four new
plays.
On November 18th and 18th Oliver Doud
Bryon will DO there in Inside Track"
JOE JEFFERSON.
Dear old Joe jefferson in rip Van
Wrinkle" will visit us on December 10th,
and on the 2lst, ed. Odd and oath William
II. Crane will present the American Mon
ster y For Money and The Senator
That romantic and graceful actor. Rich
ard Mansfield, will play here January I'd,
Sd. 4tn and 5th. He will present Beau
Brummel." ''Dr. Jekyll and Mr.. Hyde"
Prince Karl' and his new play, Scarlet
Letter."
On the evening of January 9th the Asso-
citation ball will occupy the Academy.
For the week of February 10th The
Country Circus" one of the largest spectac-
ular productions ever attempted, will be the
ATTRACTION.
Clara Morris will be here March oath and
25th, and on March 29th. 50th. 3lst and
April LIST the Bostonlsns will hold the boards
in their admirable rendition Of Robin
Hood"
Mr.. George Voelker will be the leader Of
the Mozart's orchestra which will be COM
posed OF twelve musicians. All of the men
will be Richmonders. Mr.. Cahill being Of
the opinion that there are plenty Of excel
lent musicians in this olty without sending
away to other cities for them.
The Keynote. 4ecently issued by Mr..
James A. Gentry. Is no more, and its place
has been taken by the Mozart Index This
paper will be dramatic and musical tri-
monthly. edited by Mr. Cahill. and will
contain well-chosen resume for the two
weeks of all tho musical and dramatic
events of the world. The paper will be dis
tributed gratuitousy about the city and will
be used as a programme at the Mozart mu-
scaes.
Mr.. Cahill. ever since he took up his resi-
dence IN our midst. has shown energy and
zeal that will eventually bring about excel
lent results.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
Drop Pos,al or Wire

w. Dellie Sutherland. Nos. and north
Eighth street. to meet your family and bs
gage. and you will not suffer for change OF
suit or have q midnight arousina-
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02

16 Ladies' Shirt Waists. white India linon.
figured linen lawn aud striped Madras
cloth. all odd sizes and no two alike. sizes
go and "a, originally s1.25. remnant price
75c.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
qlGLaStSlOtF Fired

We know that you are somewhat tired OF
reading about reductions in the clothing
mart. But still we cannot let this opportu-
nifty pass without impressng upon your
memory the unapproachabls bargains wa
have placed together for your Inspection
bargains we must give to make special
call from you for medium weight apparel.
Still we have prepared all points and can
well feel satisfied at the result.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
THE RPTTINR.

New Orleans Sept 1.-The betting
has been going along steadily with
Sullivan, McAuliffe and Dixon as the
fayorite combination. In the betting on
the men singly. Corbett is an : 10 D
shot: Sullivan ranges from 3 to > to I
to >: McAuliffe pays 1 to 3; Myer is
even money; Skelly is 3 10 |, and Dixon
is a ! to 3 fayorite.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02

Ladies' Light Percale Wrapper, robe
front, size 80, originally Sl.65. remnant
price SOC.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02
o-Day, riday,

will be very attractive REMNANT DAY
with us. Useful and seasonabls things
will be found in every department. This
opportunity is an uncommonly favorable
one for buyers. Make your wants known
and have them gratifed. as REMNANTS
are MARKED AT LOW PRICES. All
goods will be sold at low remnant prices.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-09-02

2 Ladies' Surah Silk Waists. in navy and
garnet, plested frill around collar and cuffs.
size 81, original price $3.50. remnant price
AZ