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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
M4NCHESTER AATTERS.
Items Of Interest From the City Across tho
Way-personal.

a man was seen on the streets yesterday
who declared himself to be an anti Cleveland
man. Steps were at once taken 10 have him
photographed. negative will be sent Puck
aud 1t viii IN a short while form the subject
OF cartoon entitled " The Only one IN
Town.
The farmville and Powhatan Railroad Com
Dany have issued q circular letter in relation
70 subscription 10 the stock OF tue company.
u is addressed 20 Messrs. 7. J. Cheatham
Howard SwIneiOrd. ". ". Baker j. T. Gil
lam and T. b. Dorset, and asks the co-opera-
ton of these gentlemen in extending their
Inc 10 Chesterfield Courthouse and Man
chester.
Tho Chesterfield Circuit Court was not IN
session yesterday
Mr. George II. Jewett. OF Midlothian, was
i'll tie city Yesterday.
Clerk DuYal issued a marriage license to q
co.ored couple yesterday.
1lr. 4. 7. Snellings IS reported 10 he a
little better.
Manchester and Chesterfield Democrats
would like 20 see Fitz Lee in the United
States senate.
he delegate from Hancock's Store precinct
70 the State Convention IS Mr. i. b. Minfree.
lie GOES uuinstructed. and is tor the man
that can win. which is Grover Cleveland.
Another largo congregation ard Rev. J.
church last night.
Mr. and Mrs II. +. Harnish have issued
invitations TO the marriage Of their daughter.
Miss iloy Harnish 20 Mr. q. J.. Trayior. of
Lynchburg. The marriage will take place at
$50 o'clock Tuesday evening. May 2ith. at
the hainbrtge-street Baptist church.
The hastings court was IN session a short
while yesterday engaged III the consideration
OF clancery matters. The court Will adjourn
for the term to-day.
Mayor Atkinson had another holiday at tho
poll % court yesterday. The array OF virtue
displayed by the people OF the city is very
credtaDie as far rs morals 90. but Is awful
poor encouragement 20 an officer trying 10 do
his duty
The Clover Hill coal mines recently pur-
chased by Mr. Dinneeny will begin operations
tomorrow
The work Of cleaning out the old Grove
shalt az Midlothian Is progressing very rap
idly and It IS thought That mining will soon
begin.
Mr John r. Lester. one of thu most sue
cesstul planters and fortunate hunters IN the
county. told me Monday that the prospects
We're splendid for an abundance IF game this
year He also said that while tie crops were
a little late on account Of the wet season.
the present indications tor "a successful year
were very good.
Colonel * =. Cheyes iectuTed before good
audience al Leader Hall last night.
Mr. j.. G. Snellings Is detained at home by
sickness.
there seems 10 he little doubt that eight
Of eleven delegates will vote for Cleveland to-
rrrrrDW
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18

Charged With Embezzelement-D Difficulty in
securing Jurymen.

John T. Davis was arragned in the hust-
ings court before Judge Witt yesterday on
tho charge OF embezzlement. The case was
called at 1890 +. NJ. and Messrs ID. G. Rich
ardson and V. Kirk Mathews appeared for
the defendant. while Commonwealth s AttOr-
uey Smith represented the prosecution.
DAVIS is charged in one OF the three ndict-
meuts with embezzlng 500 from Harvey,
Blair a. Co. Tie prisoner pleaded not guilty
and the obtaining 81 a jury was AT once pro
ceeded with Six yeniremen were sworn
air. j. Taylor StrattOn said ne had formed al
opinion and was told 10 stand aside. Messrs.
Preston Bevln and Jacob WOLF were excused
for similar reasons.
Alessrs. X. Z. Anderson J. d. Redwood
Hay T. Thornton and ). l.. Elliott were ac-
cep,ed.
Sir. j. b. Kidd hal read Of the case and the
report published ia the newspapers, had
formed an impression on his mind. for his ex-
p-rience was that newspaper reports were
generally true.
Judge witt excused Mr. Kidd. but added
that be Thought him 10 be a competent Jury
man and 70 bar out every one who bad received
an impression was equal tosecluding every III
telhgent man.
Messrs. Il. r. Knowles and Chris Eyensen
gave satisfactory replies and we're accepted.
Mr.. Charles ". Hunter was excused for the
reason that lie he'd formed an opinion from
the reports published in the newspapers.
Squire Jones met with the same fate.
Dir j. +. FlournOy. clerk of the Second
market stated that no had formed an ,opin-
ION which could only be removed by evidence.
lie WAS promptly excused.
Mr. j. j. English. VINO had 70 prejudice or
impression. was accepted.
Mr. Shirley J.. MOOds0n was excused on &C
count OF nj health.
Mr. A. W. Hargroye was accepted on his
statement Of not knowing anything about the
case.
Mr. G. T. Harris had not read tho news
papers nor did he know anything about the
case However, he seemed T. be little deaf
aud was excused.
The veuire having been exhausted an add
tional taes OF thirty was ordered and re-
cess taken until 1870 =. VI.
in the afternoon Messrs Robert Reynolds.
John G. 1Atum and lily Guust were secured,
aud the court was then adjourned until TINS
morning al II o'clock. when another yenirs
o. thirty jGrymen is expected to be on hand.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18

Industrial training in the public schools is
attracting the attention of tho school author
ties throughout the country generally. Hon.
john T.. Massey, superintendent Of public ~
structl0u. recently made \ tour of inspection
OF the industrial aud archaeological schools ot
Boston and other Northern cities His pur-
pose was not 80 much 10 see and inquire into
fine detail work of these schools as TO ascer-
tain the principles upon which they are or
salzed, the manner an which they are con
Quoted and the cost Of their establishment
and equipment
superintendent Massey is in favor Of en-
grating industrial training upon the educa-
tonal system of our State. and IS confident II
can be- readily done. His idea Is that the
movement will have 20 start in the cities aud
be eraduaHy extended. 70 that end. Mr..
Massey Will seek the cooperation Of city
school boards and councils. lie Is strongly
convinced that a brief trial Will satisfy our
people Of the value o. this training and insure
Its general favor lie Will submit plan for
It's Introduction in due time. The school
authorities OF Stanton contemplate the in
PRODUCTION OF some features Of Industrial
work into their schools shortly.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18

spirits over the outlook for Mr.. Cleveland's
nomination and election.
hc SAYS the Cleveland people are very jubi-
lnrt IN Washington and that the anti-Cleve-
land folks have almost given mp the fight
ana conccde IL as foregOne conclusion that
Cleveland will DO the nominee. His head
quarters will bo at tho Exchange to-day.
Among ;he prominent delegates at the Fx-
change are. G. J. Holland Danyillc, Colonel
Canm Pattcson. Buckingham Courthouse:
edward Echo.s stanton, hon. Eppa
hunton. Jr.. Warrenton. State Sena-
tor II. ID. Flood. AppomattOx; Mort. NJ.
Rogers. Roanoke; Carter Glass. Lynchburg;
Dr. Thomas ". Barnes, State senator from
NansemoBd county. K. G. Marshall. Ports
mouth, Thomas :. Martin. Scottsville; A.
Moore. Jr. Berryvile Charles +. Jsney,
Ieesuure and state Senator George a. Mush-
bach. Alexandria
Messrs. T. ". Sanders. John p. Lee and
tered at Fords.
MOTIFS.
The certificate Of election OF the Richmond
delegates were signed by Chairman Wood and
delivered Yesterday. Those of the Cleveland
men 20 Mr. Guy and the Hill men to Mr.
Pollard.
Hon II. r. Pollard. who was defeated in
bis precinct for "A delegate. will 90 - tho con-
ventlou as alternate for a Hill delegate In
the loader of the Hill delegates elected in this
city. aad will be- 1t is said, q candidate for
chairman Of the convention.
The Blues Band will furnish the music for
the occasion. They will be located IN the
south corner Of the building to the left Of the
stage
Quarters for tho twentv-four Virginia dele
gates 10 the Chicago Convention were Sc
cured 10y state Chairman kllyson more than
s. month ago. They are the very best 20 be
obtained. as they are located il the celebrated
Palmer House and our delegates viii be well
cared for. The late lamented Senator Bar
bour had also secured quarters IN the same
building on his own account. showing that 1t
was has intention of being present in an indie
pendent capacity.
Some OF the most astute Of the party lead
ers here last night gave u rs an opinion that
the convention wouid not undertake 10 give
expression 10 any sentiment IN connection
with the appointment of q nited States
senator to succeed Senator Barbour.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
Property Trans ers

HicimOnd-EdWard H. Brown to Wallace
7 Brown. SO feet ON east side Second street
near Byrd. &l.675.
Rice. "a feet on north side Lee street near
First. $3.50.
Robert g. Cabells executors and others to
James Aston Cabell, 20 Ieet on Seventh street
between Franklin and Grace, $1,000
O.. i. Hunt 10 Emma D. Nipe, 20 feet on
Grove avenue. northeast corner Haryie street.
Sc. 900
Sophia F. Mcneil TO 4. Scheer. n feet on
south side Main street between Seventeenth
and Eighteenth. q 500.
James Il. Phillips 20 Rudolph kasteburg
1885 feet on west side Adams street between
Main and Cary $500
William ID. Rice % Clay Thomas. 81 feet on
north side Leigh street near First. -, 700.
Robert Stiles. special commissioner. 10 Sam
mel wauger. y feet on north side Main
street between Fourteenth and Fifteenth
$500.
Sahe d. Stouts trustee TO II. r. Grosh.
2l.t feot on north side Cary street between
Harye and Plum. 81 800.
Heu7co Edward Donahue 10 B. f. God
frey. SO feet on south side Graham street
near Erin. $3.50
K. l.. Garnett to j. w. Southwark, one sor-
rel mare. sl3l.55.
Highland Park Company 10 NJ. A. Davis
lot 81 in square y and lot q in square q,
500
Same to J. B. Nicholas. lots 10 and Il in
square %. 800.
same to W. d. Murray, lot 10 in square 10,
e.IU
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
Presented UIIH 4 PITCHER.
Mrs. William ~. Peasants Surprised by
Several Temperance People.


A number of ladies' Of tho Woman's Chris
tian Temperance Union and the Young
Womans Christian Temperance Union met
last evening at the corner of Twenty ninth
and Broad streets and from there repaired 10
the residence OF Mrs. William II. Pleasants.
~ 1916 Broad street. 30 pay their respects u
that lady. IL was the fOrtleth anniversary OF
Mrs. Peasants wedding day and the tenth
anniversary since Mrs. Peasants has been
president of tho Woman's Christian Temper
ance Mon. 10 show their appreciation Tor
the valuable WORK done by that amlable lady
IN the interest of the temperance cause her
friends had gathered. AMI Secretary Candlish,
OF the Young Mems Christian Association.
had been requested To express the feelings OF
tho ladies'
Mir Candlish fully justified the confidence
placed Ia him by the ladies'. and III very
neat speech assured Mrs. Peasants OK the
friendship and esteem OF all who had had tho
good fortune 10 come In contact with her.
At tho close of his remarks he presented Mrs.
Peasants with an elegant silver water pitcher
and goblet on behalf OF the ladies'
Mrs.. Peasants was utterly taken by sur
prise. However. she seemed 10 DO extremely
happy over the token OF friendship rendered
10 her. The ladies who were present as the
representatives Of tho several temperance
organizations were Mrs. Rogers. Mrs. j. h.
Wood. Mrs. Cousins. Mrs. Grosh. Mrs. Wal
ton, Mrs Horne. Mrs. Fellows. Mrs. Russell.
Mrs. Clements. Mrs Burgess and Mrs.
Murray.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18

Miss Mildred Lee Simmons and Mr. Henry
Paller Angle we're married yesterday after
noon AT o'clock at MoOre-Mem0ria church.
Rev. William Munford Of Salisbury, Md,
officiating Rev. DR.. Sprigg Is absent from
the city. The bride WAS attired in steel
gray travelling suit. and her maid # honor
Miss Minnie Angle. wore dress of tan. The
ushers were: Messrs }. A. Angle. W. =.
Angle. Hermann Ullman and w. -. Turner.
Mr.. William Downing was best man.
After tho ceremony the couple lott to spend
,beir honeymoon in Northern cities followed
by the good wishes of many.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
White Plaid MuslinS.

large assortment Of White Paid Muslns
in the newest designs. Styles do not vary TO
any great extent in this class of goods yet
there is always some new designs TO be found
upon ou- counters.
sed principally for Ladies' and Children's
Wrappers. Aprons and Dresses.
Price. TO- l252 Is and lie. a Yard.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
Four Towel Specials,

All pure Linen. 17x3l-inch Twilled Linen or
Huck Towel plain fringe and colored border.
Price. Zoe. each.
All-Linen Damask Towel. l7x35-inch. hand
knotted fringe with iancy-coiored borders.
Price, l2isc. each.
AN-Iinen Huck Towel lsx}S, heavy and
substantial quality. finished very soft. ready
for use. Price. IL c. each. sl.45 10y the dozen.
Three special All-Iinen Towels Damask and
Huckaback, knotted fringe extra size and
quality. guaranteed to be tho best for the
money in the city. 25c. each. g a dozen.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
KEEP KOOL.

Have you O PERFECTION REFRIGERA-
TOR best in tho world, over 900 in use in
Richmond?
Or one of our BLIZZARD ICE-CREAM
FREEZERS. which are especially arranged To
use the smallest quantity of ice in freezing?
Or one of those REVOLVING DISC FLY
FANS. the best and handsomest IN the city.
the Latest Inventiony
Or one Of our WATER-COOLERS.i in which
we show the largest assortment in the city
Wood in ANTIQUE Oak and Walnut, Wood
Fibre, Porcelain Linedl
Or will you drink muddy water when you
can have. by purchasing one of our PASfEUR
GERMPROOF FILTERS. water as pure and
clear as crystal!
We show the largest and best selected as
sortment Of DINNER SETS, TEA SETS,
CHAMBER SETS. BERRY AND ICE
CREAM SETS, CHOCOLATE SETS. CUT
GLASS LATEST CUTTINGS. BRIC-A-
BRAC. &c. on which We have made sweep
ing reductions.
Our Houseturnishipg Department is now
complete. We have in this line anything
you may need.
Give US call.
No trouble TO show goods.
Yoa are always welcome.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
Unfinished Lawns.

We are showing Satin-Fn ished Lawn
which for summer dresses. is unsurpassed IN
excellence. Has hemstitched stripes OF and
Ia inches in width running through the
centre.
Price 2Sc n Yard
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
nr. :. A. Goodwln

Dr. s. A. Goodwin has accepted a call to the
First Beptist church Of Savannah. ia lilo
,stgrned 10 the city yesterday morning after
an sxtended Southern trip. but 10 quite feeble
all from his recent illness He will be- in
Richmond taking needed rest for short
time. when he will leave to take permanent
charge OF his new psstorate.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
WOODWARD & LOTHROP.
KAUFNAuu& eco.
MILLINERY AND FANCY GOODS.
ANNUAL MAY BARGAINS.

Weshall continue 20 give 20 PER CENT. DIS
COUNT on or entire stock Of TRIMMED col
OKED HATS and BONNETS during THIS
WEEK This is an opportunity of saving 20
cents on every dollar s0cnt IN purchaS.ng one
or more Of our STYLISH TRIMMED HATS or
BONNEIS
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
Linen Sheets.

The best value We have ever shown in this
department will be spread to-day viz. All
Linen. Hand HemstItched Sheets, 2tax2ez
yards. extra quality and superb finish, warrant
ed 10 give satisfaction IN wear.
Price per pair. @5.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
cArrAIx RlcHAHD BROOKE.
His Death Yrs,erday Aftor Long Illness.
sketch Of His Life.

Captain Richard Brooke is dead. The sad
event occurred yesterday morning at 8
O'Clock at bis home. No gO5j6 east Clay
street
Death is always sad but when man in
WHOM did SD many virtues dwell enters into
rest 10 leaves an aching void that no earthly
power can fill Captain Brooke wgs widely
known and greatly beloved. aud IN his
death Richmond loses q valued citizen and
his many friends true aud generous com
laniOn. lie had been sick for long time.
bore bis great su1enuCs with patience and
Christian foTtiiudo and when at last the
dread monster came he was met by one who
feared Liiu not and he quietly passed
away surrounded by bis family and friends
and trusting In glorious resurrection.
Captain Brooke was born ia Richmond and
was ia the iorty-fith year Of his age. lie was
the son 0f Mir Robert J. Brooke an old and
wel-knowA citizen and his mother was a
Miss baden OF Mauchester He was Tor
time az the Virgins Military institute. Dur
ing the war he was first "a member OF a COM
pauy 81 youths known As g company OF the
Local Defense. He was afterwards WIFI tie
/ THIRD Howltzers and served throughout the
war as "a gallant soldier
Soon after the war be entered the service
of the Richmond and DAnyille Railroad Com
pany and has been with them continuously.
SO faithful and efficient was he that promo
ton followed promotion until lie at last
reached the responsible position OF secretary
and assistant treasurer which be has held for
"a number Of years past.
Captain Brooke married Miss Mamie Dan
iel. daughter OF Mr. =. G. Daniel. who sur
wives him. 10 left no children He was a
member of McCarty Council. Royal Area
mum. and of Old Dominion Lodge of the
order IF the Golden Chain. He was also q
consistent member of the Presby teran
Church.
OF the deceased there is but one opinion
expressed. Ho was ala amiable. courteous,
Christian gentleman. faithful TO every trust. a
devoted husband. duititul son and a true
friend. His late Office has been suitably
draped and the company which he served so
long and with such signal fidelity viii no
doubt take appropriate action on his death
ON every side are expressions OF regret at his
untimeiy death.
The funera. will take place tomorrow nom
ing at 10 o'clock from st. James church The
pall-bearers will be CAPTAIN f. Berkeley j.
r. Drake Dr. Hugh Taylor Frank Mcclure.
John Addison Colonel Percy HAYES. VII
liam Hill and James Noncure.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
Fancy PiOueS.

A great bargain IN real Piques. only four de-
signs. but all of them good. They are slightly
damaged near the edge and We shall make a
special price tor them. They usually sell for
5Oc. yard. We offer them as they are at
Zoe. per Yard.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
Checked Dinlities.

4 new arrival of Checked and Striped Dim
tiles. used principally for chiidren's wear and
consisting of small checks and bair-line stripes.
Price. 2Jc and 81 &C. a Yard.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
SKINNER UNDFpVESTS.

The past few days OF warm weather calls forth
the light weight Entertainments. We have m
except .oualiy well selected variety for Ladies
and Children. and have marked same at pf.ces
g. correspond with the Sweeping Reduction
Inafe % al Other lcpartmepls.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
DRY GOODS. &c.
o-~~N~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~.~~~~~~~~-~-~I~~
Woodward & LOtlrOp,
TEMPT
DRY GOODS STORE,
CORNER BROAD and ADAMS STREETS
DRY GOODS. &c.
WHITE GOOLS FOR DRESSES.

The weather admonishes ia that tho season
for White Dresses is near at hand. We have
been preparing for il for many weeks and
haye been selecting patterns. styles and de-
signs from the entire production both OF for
egn and domestic mills.
While our stock is carefully selected il is
also complete. and we believe that il contains
nearly every desirable fabric wanted for sum
mer dresses. As 70 prices we absolutely guar
antee our prices to be the
LOWEST FOR THE SAME QUALITY
OLE GODDN
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
Tucking for YOkes.

a new assortment Of all desirable STYLES of
Yoke -Tncking IN single tucks and clusters of
wide and narrow tucks. Price per Yard:
9Oc. G0c 75c.. SOC. &. 1925.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
MUSLIN UNDERWEAR.

weli-made { ndsrR9rmpnt- OF all kinds Al Just
about what the cOstOf material would be, owing
20 a large purchase Just made for spot cash
from a party who needed money worse lhan
stock Don't fa.i 20 see the Gowns aud SAiris.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18

William Pannill, Of Norfolk. Offering the State
executive committee seven ncres of ground on
what is known ~ "Willoughby Spit" situated
about seven miles southeast of Norfolk. As
yet no definite action has been taken upon
this offer. II an encampmeDt IL to he held
TINS summer arrangements should DO made
without delay.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
Minuet Swiss MuslinS.

Name probably given to it by reason of the
fine and delicate patterns Of the lace stripe
grouped in clusters of two, three and four
open-work stripes The prettiest ana one Of
the coolest white dress fabrics for the price.
Price. PIC. q lArd.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18

Since this statement was arranged some
money has been received and $50 in supscrip-
tons promised IL will be necessary in add
ton TO the above amount 10 raise. in order
that we may close our year free from debt,
not less than 500
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18

IA usual. much thought and attention has
been given 10 the finances by the committee.
aud considerable money has been added 70
that pledged during the State Convention.
Since the employment Of al Office secretary
the treasurer books have been kept in the
Office Of the State committee and oil notices
and receipts sent thereirom. brief finan-
cial statement il amended.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
Murray.

Mr.. Mark Downing ras contributed 800 TO
the Shsltering Arms Hospital through Miss
Louly Evans.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18

rCHE ANNUAL MEETING OF rHE Si si14f .S
i HOLDERS Of The kiOhxNyoS;iI, NJ H. I'D ~
49,, ~ F., ,odm. ~ the Chamber OF Commerce WE'D
i HnrettE1tt'Vv' A AFTERNOON Nay 25th, 81 O'Clock
NESpAi AZ X. c. MORTON,
=, c, President
H. IL .a..,.rv my-i2,isE
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-05-18
RICHMOND China CO.
1908 Main Street.
lmy ls-w.fSs
MEETINGS.
myl7aO

TUF STOCKHOLDERS OF THE RiCHM0Np
COMPANY will hold their annual meeting ~
he Office Of VI. CONNER. Richmond. va,
on JUNE u. 1879, a. 10 A, NJ. for The .ieemon
of officers and such other Dusi unnwr a. may
come before IT. JVFN - S'.s',srv
my l.-Bt Nv.