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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
CLOSE OF THE UNION MEETING.
Large Collections Donated for Good Pur-
| nnses-Persopai Notes.

Correspondence Of the Richmond Dispatch.l
SCOTLAND NICK, n. c.. May 30.-The union
meeting at the Baptist church closed last
night. There were large crowds. especially
Yesterday. Rev. j. ID. Hutham, OF lar
boro'. the former pastor Of the church
here. preached yesterday tot large ccongre-
CATION and preached sermon OF great
bower. Last night Rev: j. Il. White; OF
wilson preached an able sermon inc n Hf
III vi, e,,,it months and he is taking rank
among 1 the first preachers of the State. The
collection taken in the meeting Yesterday
amounted to $500. The Sunday-schooic col
lection was gwen to the Baptist Orphanage
at Townsville and amounted to S35. The
COLLECTION after the sermon was nnG gwen an 70
amounted 10 $3.50. The collection last
night was given to State missions and
amounted to slj.
Miss Minnie King, of Greenville,'is visit
ing Mrs. J. ii. Futrel.
Nr. 4. Is. Hill went TO Fayetteville Sat
urday.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31

: from Montana, 2 from Nebraska, 8 from
Nevada, from New Hampshire, 4 from
North Carolina, 2 from Ohio, from Penn
sylvana, 3 from South Carolina, Z from
Rhode Island, from Tennessee, 6 from
Texas, from Vermont, 4 from Washing
ton from Wcst Virginia, from Wiscon-
SIN. from wyoming. 2 from Arizona, 1
from District Of Columbia, 1 from New
Mexico.
:. NO response was received from New
YORK; New Jersey. Colorado, Oregon,
South Dakota, Virginia, or Utah.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
ACCIDENT ON A DUMMY LINE.
Tic Engine Turned Over-Nobody Injured
Surprise and Disapproval.
correspondence Of the Richmond Dispa'cn'I

correspondence Of the Richmond Dispatch.l
CuAaI.orrEsyILLE. Va, May 3O.-Ihe en-
zine and one car Of the Iry's-Spring
dnmmy line were thrown from the track
Yesterday at q very dangerous point. Inc
car maintained its proper position, Dnt tue
ENGINE turned over. Dir. .. Price Maury
and Miss Ethel Wallace were IN the can OK
fine engine, but were not injured. Inc
coach was filled with passengers. VINO per
mans would not have Jared so wei. Dad the
What is known as Children's-Day was
celebrated at the Methodist church, yester-
aav morning. The singing was done Nv
the children and was pronounced very
good. ,.e. roo 20 nav
inc his old home visit.
News of the appointment OF Gcncrai
Hinton TO the United States senatofsnip
was received here Saturday evening WIN
yery Great surprise and with very little
snnr6yai. The local preference was Tor
Martin. but after him any one OF the owner
asnirants would have been more satislac-
sory. This feeling is consistent with the
HIGHEST respect for General hunton,
whose age ana long retirement from the
nnblic service are regarded as disad-
ysutageOuk.s
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
FATALLY STABBED.
DICK TALBOT pies FROM WOUNDS
INFLICTED ev ToBE JOHNSON.
Decoratien-Day IN the Twin Cities-rsn
Prisoners for tho Penttentiary--Ths
Oldest Church in America.
tcorre,pouaorcs Of the Richmond pl,pa.cn.l

Correspondence Of the Richmond Dispatch.l
NonFoLx, Va. May 30.--Last night about
II o'clock fight occurred between Dick
Talbot and Tobe Johnson. hands on tho
farm Of r. l.. Rabey, near Craney leland,
and before the conflict ended Talbot was
fatally stabbed In the breast and died from
his injuries this morning. Johnson made
his escape from the neighborhood during
the night and is at large. About noon to-
day County Coroner DR.. Truett, of Berk-
lev. was notified and went out to the
held an inquest. The difficulty originated
IN Talbot being too intimate with John
sons wife aud the husband finding them
together at his home.
O. A. n. RITUAL.
Federal Decoration-D ay was observed in
both cities to-day. The navy-yard was
closed and all work suspended. Custom
house, business-exchanges, banks, post
office. courts. and schools closed, and at
the Naval Hospital cemetery. In Ports
mouth, tho Grand Army OF the Republic
held their exercises. The Marine Bat
talon, OF the hayward, under command OF
Colonel McIanc Tilton, and the Naval
Post Band. Joined Farragut-Post. q. A. H..
at Temperance Hall. and the procession
moved through the principal streets to the
hospital grounds. The exercises were
according to the Grand Army Of the Re-
public ritual. and Mr.. ]. p. White, chief
clerk Of the Yards and docks department
Of the navy-yard. delivered quite an elo-
quent and patriotic grafton. Three yolleys
fired over the graves by the marines closed
the exercises.
AyFNFnABIr CITIZEN GONE.
Mr.. Henry Harwood. a venerable and
much-respected citizen of Norfolk, died at
of the residence Of his daughter, IN Norfolk
county last Saturday. He was &c years OF
age.
There will soon be in Norfolk a new barrel
factory with plant capacity Of 1000 bar
rels day.
Another lodge of Good 1emplars is TO be
organized in Norfolk this week. The order
seems to be fourishing in both cities.
Mrs. Beale. formerly OF Norfolk, widow
OF Surgeon General Joseph A. Beale,
United States navy, and sister Of Judge
George Blow, died in Philadelphia on
Saturday.
Citv-Sergeant Dornin and guard left for
Richmond this morning with ten prisoners
for the pententiary.
TrSEMEsrs BURNED.
A fire Mt Oakdale. in Norfolk county, on
Saturday destroyed doble-tenement
house.
Rev. George ID. Armstrong. ID. d., has
discovered from the records that the
First Presbyterian church. of this city. is
the oldest Presbyterian in America
L. }. Jackson. of Churchland. has been
appointed deputy sheriff of Norfolk
county.
Rev. Joseph White, of the Baltimore
Methodist Episcopal Conference, IS visit
ing his mother. in Portsmouth.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
CHAPEL HILL COMMENCEMENT.
The Baccaiaurate sermon by DIR. Carter
4 Great Effort.

Especial telegram to the Dispntch.l
CrlPFI HILL, n. c., Nav 30.-Rev. ). ii.
Carter preached the bsccalaurate sermon
here yesterday in the University Chapel
and III spite of rain the house was lnIi.
IRE Doctor took his text from Psalms
ixxxy.. II: Truth shall spring out OF the
earta and righteousness shall look down
from Heaven Explaining how science IN
locks the hand Of nature which 2rasps trutn,
he noirted out also how righteousness
and truth are inter dependent, and showed
In eloquent and imprisoned language
that science aud the Bible are not contra
dictory OF each other. Those who deny
this fact he divided thus: Those KNOW
inc something of the Bible and nothing OF
science. those knowing something OF
science and nothing OF the Bible; those
knowing something of both, and those
knowing nothing OF either" Inc last are
no ,yor-t and do not fear to tramp with
heavy shoes on ground where angels treau
softly and with unsandaled feet.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
Killed While Resisting Arrest.

Especial telegram 10 the pispatcn.l
FREDERICKSBURG. Va. Nav 30.-Consider-
able excitement was caused here this eve
ming bv the shooting of Charles Washing
ton (colored), of Washington, ID. c., 10y
officer NJ. A. Gately.
The particulars. as far az ascertained at
this writing. are that Washington resisted
arrest, kicked Officer Gately several times,
and attempted to draw q pistol, when
Gately shot him through the breast, in
stantly killing him.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31

That's what they call it whom the mill closes
and the work stops. The same term Is az :.
piled To the liver when you suffer witn
biliousness and sick headache. There -
no action. A few doses OF simmons Liver
Resu,ator viii soon set the liver going pro
nsriv. and keen tbs bowels regular. lake
the Regulator now and then e prsvsns
any re-ocourrepcss Of these olstse =
symphonic
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
SPRINGS.

This famous summer resort In Scott county,
lately the residence OF sx-Attorney-Generai
Rufus A. Ayers, has been reftted and furnished,
and will be opened for visitors the lsr OF JUNE.
Terms from $3.50 per day, 1880 per week,
and go per month up, according TO location and
number of occupants OF room. Omnibus Will
meet all trains at koccasil Gap, on South A.
lantic aud Ohio railroad. Passengers from tue
east come ria Bristol, and from the west ria Big
Stone Gap. Daily mail and Western Union
telegraph-oflce. For further Information ad-
cress ID. L. ST0VER. Proprietor,
Hosion Springs, Scott county, va.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
Model Report Of an Execution.

Correspondence OF the Richmond Dispatch.l
TAppAHANNocK, May 30.-The execution
of George Gaines for the murder OF PERCY
Carlton took place here on Friday last.
He was hanged at IL NJ. and was pro-
nounced dead in IL minutes. He stated
that he was not instigated to commit the
act. but did it of his own accord; was per-
fectly calm, and said he was willing to
do
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
r.wn ana saiuss Flooded.

WYNN Cry. No, May 30.---A terrific cloud-
b,,st flooded this city and the SURROUND
mo s country last night. The water tel IN
n ore masses and flooded the streets 70 the
danth OF Is inches on level. Ali the lead,
and zinc-m,nes in the city: were nooas =
nearly 10 their tops. and the loss VIII %
enorfnOus.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
Not a Post-OGice Employee.
MATroAx Posi- OFFICE.
(

MATToAx Posi- OFFICE.
AMELIA COUNTY, Va, May %. J
To he Editor ofgte Dispatch:
l see from your valuable paper
Of this date tba. your correspond
ent reports Ii. 7. &. Mayo as being an EN-
ployee of the post-ofllce. but had been dis
charged. That is an error, rs Mayo was
never employed in my Office, but worked
on my farm.
ULYSSES T. JONES. Jr., Post master.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
The Monetary Conference Assured
fpv ,sleyranb 70 the Dtspatch.l

WAsurxoroY. ID. O., May So.-IThis gov
.-nment has received notice that France
and Germany will send deleeates to to-, the ne
assures ass its assembling. IL Is understood
that the correspondence on the subject
viii be sent to the Senate during tho
,,rasent week
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
Pedford's Great Base-Bailers.

Correspondence OF the Richmond Dspatch.l
BEDFORD CITY. Va, May 2s.-The Bedford
Baseball Club won two important games
this week. One from the Roanoke club
score to 1. and one from the Salem club
to-day-scOre to l.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
ap l3-codtMy27&tdtJe

EORT MONROE, VA, MAY ..
H. 1saa.-sealed proposals in triplicate. subject
10 the usual conditions, will be received at this
onice until 10 o'clock A. 81. THURSDAY, Juae
., 1892, ana then opened, Tor constructing
COAI-sHEO: converting BRICK COAL-shED
mo sTOREHOUsE; FILLING IN WHAkf'
Separate bids required. The United states re-
serves the right 10 reject any or all proposals.
Fnyelopes containing proposals should state
their contents and be addressed 10 JOIN W.
PULLMAN, Captain and Assistant Quarter
''''' ' my i1-d4t&tMy3l&Je1
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31

HOTEL LAFAYETTE, CAPE MAY,
I'M. JOHN TRACY & CO., Proprietors.
Opens JUNE 18TH. All lmodern improvements.
Located directly on tho beach. Terms 80 to 80
per day. Apply to JOHN TRACY & Co, wash
ington Hotel, Philadelphia, or Cape May, n. D:
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
PROPOSALS.

---rrr|rI-|rll-1l1 = - - = :, =,
LNOR LEASE.-THE MI ID ID IL T.
IL BROOK GRANITE QUARRiES, a; Middle
brook, Mo-, operated for the past ten years by
the Svenite Granite Company, OF this state. wiz
bo LEASED for ten years IRON June 10, 1872.
They are the largest and finest quarries 10 the
West. containing the weil-known red granite 20
extensively used In many OF the finest buildings,
monuments, bridges. etc., IN the country. Sealed
proposals will be received and opened at noon
on june LIST next for a ten-year lease OF the pro-
perry. This company reserves the right 70 70,
lect any and all bids. lou are cordially ihSitou
Iron MOUNTAIN COMPANY,
Gay Building, ST. Louis, Mo.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31

GUNNER BOARD AT HASKINS
HOTEL, BOYDTON, VA, on the Atlantic
viIIs. 900 feet above sea-level. I'm the famous
lithia region OF virginis--one mile from Whoo-
brey Springs, twenty miles from tho celebrated
Buffalo Li.his Springs. Location noted for us
healthfuiness and freedom from thoss diseases
Incident TO warm weather. Rooms large and
airy; newly furnished. 375 feet porches and
yerandas Accommodations nrst-class. Mineral
water on drsugbt. Good livery attached.
Terms ~ per DAY, es per week. wv per
month. Special rates to families.
G. HASKINs,
nv 15.Su Tu&Tb1m Proprietor.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
DEI,JGHTFUL s

A DELIGHTF U l. SUMMER
"A HOME. Accommodations for 200 guests
All modern ccnyeniences. First-class rare.
Water purer than Poland water. Mountain AR.
Excellent bass and carp-nshing. Rates reason
abe. COLONEL f.. " WHITE,
Proprietor Leesburg Inn,
Z
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
!HouSe1Uare Department


takes in the interest Of an "EXHlBI-
TON" The prices in every detail are
the lowest, the qualities the highest.
In the Book Department will be found
a store OF knowledge, from the light
reading novel to the most intricate sci
entific work.
; Of every descrip-
Stat1oneTy P i'op, a' 1o sas a
l--'''--- full pound pack
age, or 9Oc., or any price between.
Linens, Floor-Coverings, Millinery,
Jewelry. Umbrellas or Parasols. Boys
Clothing, Trunks, Wraps. Gentlemen's
Furnishings, Glass, China, Wooden.
and Ironware, Corsets, Underwear, Art
Embroideries, and many other depart
ments must be visited.
Druggists Sundries and Ribbons
have special values to offer. We'll
come prices that shall stand as
sCucenirs to remember US.
II TO II EAST BROAD STREET,
Between First and Foushee streets.
The Broad street street car takes you
to the door. With all other lines step
off at First street, as the nearest point
for the store.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31

DED SULPHUR SPRINGS, MON
IN ROE county, w. Va, open JUNE isr. This
water is natures remedy for catarrh, bronchitis,
tho early stages Of consumption. kidney dis
ases, dyspepsia, affections Of the heart, nervous
prostraticn. and rheumatism. Hot, cold, and
steam baths. Climate delightful. Write for in
formation TO DIR. j. X. p. GLEEsON,
nv I5-lm Manager.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31

cinny HAMPSHIRE COUNTY, W. VA.
IlPllN SEND FOR PAMPHLbT aud gee what
ona,so . this CELEBRATED Watering place
SPRINGS s, g H., OUT To o. MTATa 9;
MD those In search Of n lovely summer
BATHS home for '' w. f IT, sSfr sfa sss:s:'
nv 1s-2Ot
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
1'(oFEzN
\1lMPANY
S----~

This morning we bid welcome to a
Virginia assembly OF visitors to our city.
The flag OF victory over the past man.
ner Of storekeeping waves proudly from
a pole that points upwards. Its unfold
ing is forward-not o stone in the way
for the patrons to stumble.
The prices on the wares are ready
made, and made the best. The quail
ties and styles bring with them the con.
soling. unvarnished praise Of tho best
from every country" Visitors are in
vited to unhesitatingly take in the en-
tire building.
The many special values speak fol
themselves. Ii You desire to purchase,
the foor-walkers will direct you where
to find the department ard the desired
articles.
A few that must not be overlooked.
They embrace special "bargain prices. .
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
TIYGEIA HOTEL,
II OLD POINT COMFORT. va.

Dcservedly world-famsd. this immense and
unique caravansaty Is situated few yards from
Fort Monroe, washed BY tho wntcrs OF Chesa-
peakc Bay and Hampton Roads. An all-she-
year round resort. unsurpassed In heal'hfulness
and general attraction. in summer It Is pecu-
iisriy pleasant: the sea-bathing Is exceptionally
fine, with always cool brccze at night from Old
Ocean to render sleep sweet and refreshing.
Music and dancing every afternoon and evening
Drcss.pnradc, guard-mouns, etc., In the fort.
Terms: 81 per day. s17.5o per week, eco pe'
month. and upward. no MALARIA, NO HAY
FEVER. F. N. PIKE, Manager.
my 90, 3o.Ju5, 10, 1914, 10, l9,2L23.26,2s,3o
MRS. JoHY l.. ErBASK. THOMAS J. GLOVER.
rTlHE WARM SULPHUR SPRINGS,
l. yIRGINIAS FAMED RESORT,
Is NOW OPEN.
The new railroad is In operation with q
service which will greatly commend Itself TO the
public. grand boulevard has been built be-
tween the flo. and the Warm Springs. Many
more attractions there this year than ever be-
fore. EUbANh o nLoNEn,
nv lp-2rn Proprtetors.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
NrOUNTAIN.TOP HOTEL AND

vi SPRINGS, over Rockflsh Gap, Rlue Ridge
Mountains, 900 feet above tho level OF the sea.
Fine view. delightful summer resort, cheap
board strong iron springs: many attractions 70
mo invalid. pleasure seekers, and families; OF
rssy access. Address Mcssrs. MAssIE a CO.,
Atto,' Va. my 22-1m
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE.
PERSONAL

: :, ; ->>~~~
r BEG TO INFORM MY FRIENDS
gUHE NJ fRACTfCn which during ny ab'
ssncs has besn conducted BY Dr.. OTTO lsyeet:
~ lsborntory hns boon seNoved from No. ~
norm TcustsenfA street % No II se1th IvelSn
strcSt m HENRY fk0EHIJNos
- ss.!4 a''sae'' - 0'''''ans So
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31

HOTEL BRUNSWICK. wAYNES-
suiphur water. Queen Anne style, Handsomely
furnished. Table supplied wish delirscies. Apply
for circular 10 6. n. G0OpIOG, Manager.
my 3i.IWs Miss II. w. HILL, Proprietrese.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
Mousselaue FautaaSae,
Lace Pa,us0L-Cave,s.

o,r ponu,ar low prices and cur choice styles
n, tha,e goods has crea ted an unusual demand
an much so that We have purchased 100 new and
elegant PARAsoL-COvERsw which we offer at
prices ranging from SOC. to sou each. see
them.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
UORT WILLIAM HENRY HOTEL

IL LAKE GEORGE. n. T.,
will open JUNE 23D. The largest best-appoint-
cd, and most Iiberaliy-conducted hotel at Lake
George. Send for Illustrated souvenir.
For terms and particulars apply to Hotel
Grenoble, fifty-scventh street and seventh ave-
nue., Now York. Special rat. for families.
WILLIAM NOBLE,
nv l7.lm< Owner ami Proprietor.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31

ORKNRY SPRINGS AND BATHB.
~ Shenandoah county, We. Opsns June 22d
under the fhnns sntnt Of Joseph Dorsoy, Sot.
mcriy Of Bsfnunis fiotoi, baltimvfe. Modofato
prices. Send tor circular. Professor honmaHs
''s ~ iny sI-d1mxtsodim
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
New Printing in Wool lCHN7LieS

for lsc. yard, cotton for &c. yard.
The new creation OF Refrigerators
has solved many problems of economy.
The scientific construction is worth an
examination. 1t costs you nothing. A
visit to the
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31

WANTED, AGENTS-MEN or
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we're
Ginshanss ,t among mon ss,.

gain things all this season for 16ic. TO-
day open at 12.c., another line for &C..
from Ice.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31

yard, 1910. yard. from 20c.
Two-Toned English Brilliantines, 3S
TO 40 inches wide, were 65c. yard, for
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31

CITUATIONS-5, 900 TO BE FILL
listing early. For full particulars address, with
~ ''A'' Va ACNE EMPLOYMENT BUREAU,
nv 24-eodIm Box S54, Chicago. Ill.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31
BUSINESS WANTS.

VIrANTED TO SELL SALOON IN
w Newport News, Va, doing weii-payfns
| business. Reason for selling inability Of pro-
pr,e,or TO give /, his personal attention. Apply
| AZ 1O1 west Canal street, Richmond, Va.
my 31-2t
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31

MAN WITH PUSH WANTED IN
wi each city. town. and hamlet TO i ,,Idy,
DIICE THE MISUNDERSTANDING hOlSEHoLD
IRTICIE ON RECORD. over million soiu
in Philadelphia. viii pay competent persons
a. ner day. Address, with stamp, W. II: VIII
III. % my 29-2m
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-05-31

HELP WANTED. MAN WITH
4 4 push wanted In each city and town 20 IN
troSuce the fastest selling household article on
resAi. Over million sold In Philadelphia
win pny competent person "a per day. Address
with Stamp w. II. WILLIAMSON,
A north Fourth street.
-. % ont PHILADELPHIA, IA.
The weekly Thibodaux sentinel and journal of the 8th Senatorial District. [volume] (Thibodaux, Lna. [i.e. La.]) 1875-1898, 1892-10-29
Y X
UNE EXPERIENCE

Monsieur, dit le docteur, en-
yant son coude sur Ii table pres
de laquelle Sc tenait Melbourg, je
tieus peut-6tre lie fl conducteur des-
tine a me voir guider au m;lieu dies
difficulties que je rencontre. .Je yous
al IA G qne pour eXpGrimenter sur
un mont j'ai etc oblige de me faire
llyrer un cadavre par lie fossoyeur +.
Nous lie comprenez, aujourd hui mes
reeherches sc doivent faire au grand
jour- Or ce II est plus un corps privt
de movement quill me faut, mais un
etre vivant Ce que j'ai pu pratiquer
sur I'm cadayre, je pretends lie rGaliser
que son 6tat condamne fatalement Il
ne plus compter que quelques jours
dexlstence Isl je reussls dams cette
tentative j'aurai rendu un assez grand
service a l'humanite ct 4 rEtat pour
ayoir droit a Ia grace de mon sujet.
Cette grace promettez-la moi d'avance.
Melbourg SQUIRT faiblement.
En- v6rite, dlt-il. yous met+ez une
rare courtoisie dams vos procedGs !.
sous tenez ma volonte dams votre
main, ct vous me consultez
N est-ce polnt asseZ naturel :?
Ne me tenez-vons pas par Lillia
qui, sans yos soins, cut etc perdue.
oh fit le docteur, je vends mes
consultations.
-Nous ferai-je grand plaisir en-
laellltant votre experience Z?
-O0i, je l'avoue.
-EA bien . je yais vous 6crire un
mot, ct Vous choisirez 4 lusine celui
des condamnts qui yous semblera k
Plus inttressant.
-Sa grace est assur6e?
-0ai, jexpIjquerai tout a IImpt-
fatrce, ct Sa AIajest5 ne me dtmentira
pas.
de ne perdrai pas une heure
rtpondit Hals
a votrc tour, ie vous demande
une autorisation.
-I.aquelle?
-Celle d'assister a votre expe-
rience.