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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

The Powhatan Club will meet az $40 o'clock
Tonight 20 arrange details ia connection with
the demonstration TO pe had under us auspices.
The Committee on Demonsration VIII meet az
3 o,ciock shnrp. and mempers OF Il are requested
10 be prompt In attendance. II is desired that
members OF suo-Commttees on Speakers. Re
ception, Invitation, Finance, and on Arrange
ments ahall be present at the meeting Oh the
club. -.
The Fulton Club, at its regular meeting last
night. decided 70 have big demonstration next
Friday night tho 2lst. in the yacnnt iot 9pposIne
pyle. James Z. Grady, P. G. Martin, Johr
OConnor, and P. NJ. 0Donnel were appointed a
committee TO make arrangements for the raly.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
MISS TYLER WeDs Mr.. CHAPLIN.
A Pretty Afternoon Marriage ut All
Saints Church.

The interior Of Ali-saints church presented
happy sccne yesterday afternoon at 6:lo O'CLOCK ;
when Mr.. G. c. Chaplin, popular young ousi-
ness-man OF this city, led to the altar MISS Emna
X. Tyler. largo crowd of irienos anu anu rola-
tiyes were in attendance, and the edi1ce was
Ia ked 10 it, utmost capacity.
aud many lighted candles added tnen ius'io W
the cheerful picture. .,o,,,oo,
Rev a. Y bowman, the rector, rronouheeou
the words that made the couple one anu MT'
Phillp s. Powers presided nj the organ.
Miss Florence Lyle Tyler, sister OF the prl1e'
acted as maid If honor, and Mr.. William Shapln'
a brother OF the groom, was best man. Inc l9l-
iowing gentlemen &C, "a as ushers; nessrs. IL ~;
Meade. n. II. Croxton, william Tanner, eanuei
TyleY. Marion Hewitt. James NJ. Valentine VIII
ham Gray, and Charles Brock. IA.
After t6e ceremony Sir. and Mrs. Chaplin leit
on the northera tram for an extended tour
Tho groom. who Is book-keeper l0r a,I. n, "a. a
Catlin, Ia an estimable young man, VINO hay won
Tor himself the hlghes; esiesm IN Do.h nusiu,s' %
and social circles liis bride, daughtet o MI
John Tyler, ~ a lady OF many attractive quan-
ties and loyable traits OF character
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
TIE Foot-Ran sesson.

The football season will open in Richmond to-
morrow afternoon, when the middle-weight but
active Richmond College team VIII tackle Wash
ington and Lees representatives at Island Park.
" BIG - Clements viii take care OF the centre In
the rush limo for the college boys, while Hazen,
the captain Of the team, Booker, and Rucker are
exueeted to acluit themselves with their usual
skill In tho rear. The college toam averages
l5S pounds, aud they are muscular-lookiug
croup. Washington and Lee also has first-rate
team. and they have been exerting special
energies for the approaching contest The ladies'
will be admitted TO the game free OF chafge. an
excttine contest may be expected, for the two
teams are well matched, and each Is fully de-
termined TO win the game.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
work of the Ambulance.

The ambulance responded 10 four calls yester-
day, as follows:
At3P NJ 20 Seventh and Byrd streets TO
white man VINO had gotten his hand caught In
machinery, badly mashiug II. lie was treated
and left.
AT $50 p. NJ. 10 p. II. Mayos tobacco-factory
20 a colored woman, who had fallen down the
stems and sprained her foot. She was treated
and taken to her home, on Twentieth and Broad
streets
Al 4:2O p. NJ. 10 the First Police Station TO
white man suffering with Ok. lie recovered
before the ARRIVAL of the ambulance.
Al $50 p. NJ. 20 the First Police Station 70 q
colored boy whose arm had been cut by piece
of glass lie was treated and left.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

Louisa; Miss Bette W. sisson AMI Mr.. william
sleson, Culpeper; Miss p. s. Parrish, Page
county, Va; u. r. Butlcr, Glen Allen, Va;
y; T. Harris' Glen Allon; X. =. Dennis, West
Washing gton, d. c.; J. 3. vanborn, Manchester.
Va: A. :. Jones, X. s. Jones, and A. s. Jones,
Jr.. Emporia; J. Z. Peako, N. j. Kuby, an1 4.
=. Clarke, Churchland, Va; w. N. Cairo, Flo
renee, Ala: l.. W. Landrain, Fredericksburg.
Va: I. 4. Harris, Spotsylyania; T. II. Morrison
and Miss Maggie Wood, Fredericksburg Miss
La1rn =. Martin and j. II. Martin, Jr., Palmyra,
Va: X T. Dunlap. Newberne, Va, w. s. Trim
bio and L. L. 1rimblo, Wytheyille, Va.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
4 Rrnre Man Remar.ed.

Several months ago Stuart Madison, lad lO
yoars Of age, was drowned In James river near
the Chesapeake and Ohio railway bridge, while
bathing with several other boys near sunken
boat. Great dirhculty was experienced In get
ting the body out OF tho water, and several per-
sons made efforts to recover IL. At great per-
sonal risk Mr.. NJ. j. MAhOney, who Is better
known az " Nike" Mahoney, dved for tho llttlo
corrse and succeeded In getting 1t ashore. Mrs.
Madison, the mother OF Stuart, onered him n
handsome reward, but the brave fellow positively
refused 20 tako II, aud would not hear OF any
compensation. The unfortunate parent was not
20 be outdone, however, and yesterday she pre-
sented Mr.. Mahoney with a beautiful gold meial
bearing the name Of The deceased and the date
of the sad accident
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
FIRE pepAR MeNr MATTERS.
Mr.. wh,tehurst Sends Hts Check-orphan
Asylum Collection.

Mr.. w. J. whitehurst has cent MS check 'oi
elOO 10 the Fire Department rs a token o' n''
appreciation OF the manner In wEicn they n'an-
aged the flre of tho night Of the iIh instant' anu
strnction The check was sent through Assisssn, ,,
Chief Shaw who, In toe absence ot chie. u,o'
from the city, was In charge OF tho depsrllls,h.
AS result Of the collection starteo sInons ss,
ovemen al the recent IRE IN the Female " 2nan m !
hsyIua. corner Seventh and Leigh streets, chle'
paiier Yesterday turned over 70 tho msnaes- az y
mart of that deserving institution sbs.7o Ihls
COLLECTION WAS confined entirely 10 neuoo's VI
the department.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
Not a Single 0rand-Jury Case.

In the Police Court yesterday the cases heard
were Of a trivial and unimportant nature, not a
single one being certified to the grand jury OF
the Hustugs Court.
George Bailey tcolorcd) was charged with
steaiing the hat Of III. Sailie. The accusation
was not borne out by the Testimony and the case
was dismissed.
George Robinson ,colored) was required 70 pay
% and costs for being disorderly IN the street
and cursng and abdsing Mary johnson.
Sandy Eaton and Ruteugs Clark doth coli
ored) paid $3.50 and costs each for lighting and
creating q disturbance on the Exposition
Grounds.
1hA continued case Of John Cox. who was ar
rested for assaulting and beating William Ham
mond, was heard, and the accused was fined 81.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
Change I'm Freight Rates.

5 The Clyde, the Old Dominion, the Richmond
and Danyille, and the Merchants and Miners
Transportation lines have notified shippers that
after the 18th Of the month all special freight
rates viii be Withdrawn and that they viii work
under what is known as Official classification No.
10. This involves an increase Of freight rates
between New York and Philadelphia and Rich
mond, Petersburg, and Norfolk on great many
articles and decrease upon others IL IS stated,
however, that under the new schedule Of rates
shippers will enjoy advantages that they did not
enjoy before, and that the result will be practI-
cally no material change in the long run.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
To Guarantee Tobacco and Other mer-
han

A guarantee stock company Is now forming
here 70 issue certificates OF its own on loose to-
becco In factories, which shall certify the true
value, condition, &C., Of the tobacno. These cer-
tincates will be from an oricer of the company
who shall also look after the insurance and see
that the rehandlor or fGctory-owner is properly
bonded. On such certificates banks and others
Will leud money II the guarantee company has
not money OF It's own. number OF leading TO-
becconists Of the city are Interested In the COM
pany. charter for the company has already
been Obtained, which allows 1t 20 extend its
work TO any part oi the State and guarantee
other lines Oh merchandise in addition 10 to-
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
councii Con.mittea Meetings.

The Council Committee on James-hiver I'M
proyenent held business meeting AZ noon YES
ieriay The usual number OF btns and the
rs.I,inr pay-rolls were approved. IL was oe-
ciaed 10 hlre cut one OF the city dredsss 10 Mr.
Joan a. Curtis. u..,,.
special meeting OF the Commi!tse OF heai,n
wa. held Yesterday afternoon. No business OF
Importance was transacted.
The Committee on Light was to have held a
conference to discuss the water-gas part PROB
len, but there was not g quorum oi the mem-
bars treacnt.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
Uoi,ed states Circuit cour. of Appeals

Tho following cases were argued In the United
States Circuit Court Of Appeals
Van Gunden ana others against the virginia
COsl and Iron Company. Motion on behalf OF
plaintiffs ia error for leave 10 fle petition for
rehearng with briet within thirty days. Mr..
Powell for ulaintiffs in error. Motion granted.
G. II. Harmen & Co., appellants, against
Thomas Stead and others. Appeal from the Cir
cult Court OF West Virginia, at Charleston.
Argued before Judges Bond. Gof, and Simon,on
by 7. S. Martin and W. ID. Dabuey for appellants
ard Malcolm Jackson for appsllees.
Nicholas p. Bond was admitted TO practice In
the court
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

weIla,tondod meeting Of the Woman's
Missionary Society was held yesterday al noon
~. ~, ,Se second Bautist church. Reports OF the
contributlons from several OF tho branch socie.
Ties were rocoived and the sums collected
amounted 20 more than $3.50. lt was mstter
Who were 'expecaed. did not reach the city Ia
time 70 attend the meeting
n was resolved to make an imme late effort
10 raise contribution for the centennial Iund.
A called meeting OF the society VIII oe held on
the flrst Tuesday In November
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
Both We're Convicted.

IL the Hastings Court yesterday Mary e.
Robinson and Mary Hin were tried for burglary
and each was given two years in the peniten-
tiary. They were also found guilty OF petit
larceny In three cases and sent to Jail for
fifteen days in each. These women robbed the
houses of Messrs. Kratz and Ferrandini.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

So many people ask Us this question
that we have taken the trouble 70 find out,
and must say that for sweetness and bril-
liancy OF tone, durability, handsome
cases, and moderate price the Wheelock
Piano at Hume. Minor Il Co.'s. Ninth
street, has no equal. It's the only first
class piano at q moderate price.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
Reduction on shnes

and Trunks. As long as the Exposition
lasts we will make good. big reduction
on every Trunk, Satchel and pair of Shoes
sold this month. Come to headquarters
for Trunks and Shoes. L. II. Spence,
wrong side of Broad, corner Eighth.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
e150. What a Bargain. $3.50.

A full 7h octave new upright Piano,
with all modern improvements. with a
plush stool and embroidered plush scarf,
for only (Sl5O) ono hundred and fifty dol
lars--a wonderful Exposition special offer.
WALTEg d. MosEs 4 Co..
1905 Main street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
IIsnr.on cnnntr Conr.

Tho County Court OF Iienrico was SIN en-
gaeed yesterday In hoar1ng eyiicncc IN tho case
of John sylvia, charged with arson. Tho examl-
nation Of the commonwoaith's Witnesses was
concluded about O'Clock yesterday atterno9n'
Tue examination OF the Witnesses for me ,- ~
fence Tiil probably conclude this morning. iho
court adjourned over gnti to-day.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

nominstion In the city. Mrs. Joseph Bryan, tne
president OF tho association, being absent VI.
Wit Williams took the chair. Tho fneeting was
opened with an earnest and appropriate grsyer
made a brief address, explaining the oris1n'
growth. and object OF ths organization, wnlcn,
he said. held It's nrst meeting IN the pariors OF
Bishop Whitfie. The Rev. DR.. iuoor lnsn
m ade an admire bic spe cch, which went straight
TO the point and contained much sound advce.
DIR. Tudor was followed by DR.. Hoge, VINO IN q
brief speech aroused great enthusiasm N .ne
meeting After hymn pr. hoge prvnoansesa
the benedicfiou and the meeting adjourned,
each m ember feeling a decided encouragement
Tor tho work of tho Association.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

worthy OF sympathy anu OonaA"o
A few days ago we called attention TO tne
painting OF the tattered Confederate battie-nag
being exhibited at Murphys BY Miss Louise Wn-
support her father, paralyzed Confederate
ecldler, by her brush. Among her Testimonials
from prominent men is the following from the
late Henry W. Grady:
" TO Whom II Nay Concerns
"Th!s will introduce Miss Louise Williams, OF
this city, who Is highly endorsed by nor pastor,
who Is nv personal friend. and by ali others
who know her. including Governor Gordon. she
Is the daughter OF a helpless invalid, and upon
her efforts mainly depend the support Oh her
family. She is worthy the sympathy ana con-
siieration OF all with whom she comes IN con-
tact, AMI heartily Wish her such sympathy as
the helpless and unfortunate deserve.
"Vsry truly, HENRY w. GRADY"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
Tho Jamos-R,vsr water-Gnuse.

Tho Weather Bureau at Washington have con-
tracted with Messrs. Stowe & Nuckols for the
water-gauge to be put in the river near tho Rich
mond and Danville depot, and have appointed
Mr. A. j. Duesborry, baggage-agent at the Rich-
mond and Danyille depot, as rlyer-obsorver.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
sr,da,rrunks and shoes.

We have them at all prices. Shoes,
Slippers, and Ties from &l.50 to $3.50.
Trunks from soc. to Si5. largest stock
and lowest prices. X. II. SPENCE,
corner Eighth and Broad streets (wrone
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
Good roao-strees Property Mt Auction

To-Day.
The valuable lot on the south side Of
Broad street near the Masonic Temple.
with the small brick house no. 2l7) there
on. belonging to the estate OF the late o..
IA. Chalkley, will be sold by public auc-
tion at 8 o'clock p. NJ. to-day by Messrs.
J. b. Elam & Co.. John 4. Goddin. aud
Cabell 4 Wilson. auctioneers, for Messrs.
w. j. Leake, A. l.. Holiaday, and p. II. O..
Csbsll, special commissioners of the Rich
mond Chancerv Court. Lively competi-
ton and good price may be expected.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

If you want nice Christmas Book buy
"Glimpses of the World" Three hundred
beautiful Illustrations, representing the
art work and beautiful scenes of oil coun-
tries
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

Unlike other coc,ss or chocolates. II IL not
greasy, and though containing ali the nutrlmens
o; the richest Cocoa bean, Il Ia 80 prepared that
makes delicious table drink.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

to see the splendid exhibit of Upright
Pianos at Ryland Il Lees, No. 10 Governor
street. Styles and prices TO suit all. An
Upright Piano for Si35.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

BEowx's lRos BrTxHs cures Dyspepsia. Ma
laria. Bfliousness, ana General Debility. Gives
Strength. aids Digestion, tones the nsrveo--crs-
srDs weak women end ohDdron~
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
..,at Meeting Association Army OF
x.rshera virginia.

rna annual meeting OF the Association OF
tho Arm, q Northern Virginia w On % sse esn nshs
Lhs .s ns,ansr Dan Ds;th Hon. w. G. p. Brcckinridge
- ,, ~, se orator OF the occasion and his thene
VII vi, 80 80 srhe ex-C Consederate and What ne Has
Accomplished In Peace"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
Riehmcnder' Registered in New York

fsV5Ulht toI0tI"1H 70 s110 y -
NEW YORK, October I'D. c. Talbot, St.
Denis: C. II. Gordon and Albert T. 3. Macon,
Coleman 4. L. Lunsdew, Bartholdi; @. Howari,
Everett: }. w. Hopkins, Murray I'M; Z. b.
Jacobs, c. e. Boiling, and 9. A. Taylor, I'M
perial.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
frh. yrnu.n.. Christinn As.oclatIon.

The Woman's Christian Association met last
night at their new quarters ON Franklin street,
and much Interest was manifested by ths mem
bsrs, among wnom are ladies nom evsy ~
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

Clocks and BrOnz|s.
III. III. Moses Company. 800 Main street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

When Baty was sek. we gave her Csstorss
When she was Child, shs cried for OassoriA
When she became hlss, she clung 10 Cassona
whsn she had Children. abs gave than CassoriA
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

Tor boils. pimples, and all kinds of skin
eruptiors you should take A. Il. G. Alter
6tiye.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
Fine jew slry.

Manufacturing Jewellers.
II. n. Moses Company. 900 Main street
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

SIIFer-P hted " arr.
II. M. Moses Company, 900 Main street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
II WIN Cost Yon Nothing

Birthdsy Gifts.
II. NJ. Moses Co.. Jewellers. 920 Main st.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

II. NJ. Moses Co.. Jewellers. 92O Main st.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
Bridal Gifts.

II. NJ. Moses Company, 92O Main street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
PhiIllpa.s Dlges,ibls Ceoas.

OWENS q MINOR DRuo COMPANY.
Opposite Post-OfYicc.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

s. .c.roduot,on Of salvation on,
,sss aa:Iss ss,ssss g ~ assS moi isss sisI $50
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

II. NJ. Moses Company, 920 Main street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
Which 4. the Best Piano?

Alb. c. Alternative. natures great pur
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
SilveTware.

Diamonds.
Fl. M. Moses Company, $50 Main street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

a afternoon and the battle
Of the crater last night
were the most attractive
features Of the kxpOsi-
tion yesterday. Tho
former we're Witnessed
by about 1000 specta-
tors and the latter by
fully three times that
number. The iurfsmen
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
PERSONALS AND BRIEFs.

Watches.
II. NJ. Moses Company. 920 Main street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
DoEsEvER pID-or EVER wlIIssn srER
QUALITIES at sachL Low PRICES quote
A STRONG TEMPTATION !
yEv many LIaHT.wEldBr oyERcoArs
wv goue---weaa,.
togethsr-snd marked
$3.50 ### 4FFfF4 $3.50

dislike
. msleaderThey dark
coors-nothing them
up
es5O-snough emateuaThey OUR
quauies-that grades folks
any you nepsrhsps yoa
prefer-but saving
you-then LIGHT
WEIGHTS ss
without ending viii
matter you shsdsssmooth roushnnsd
They CoatsFt beer-arc
more got
price,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

..uuinc surprise IN the N"th uVho
ss-' f'r'" -, ,.voar-oid bay Oily belonging 10
r H'n ~ chester. Pa. II was' Of course,
3 N ~, Mss Nelson would out-,rot her
I ..r the frst prize IN Race
,rrf.. ,tn Chester nag waikod
o.. fsvritc and won che race
go it.atin o.o7, having 9S previously i.s,iy m
3 .-..crsed milo in &.2b, whica -
....,it on bali-mile track Con-
..' 'f.rroa hands as result Of
.r Tte hlckcrs ot Miss Nelson
,..r ,,.ta would hs queen Of the Oc-
- ..-.,e.us won i1 two snccossiye heats'
g .9.re Odds upon Their iavonie'
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
.OtiIEY fEgnl,,ys

, ..e,..' have resn awarded IN the
= lsn-' i,,..,'.-''iock class prizes were won
Z ls W,,..'-.,i,s eua J. Z. Taylor
+, 'ts2 q A ~ o'1ts the prizes were divided
- sa4 NV.i9h' Turner Brothers, j. 4.
tlni fr-,,,.s' = biss-
4. ll.e prles went 70 j. Y. Taylor ana
N''A Company, ana Hardy, of
u s'.-...' , Taylor. '' D''"sen 4. L.
~. y = Legll m class was va,v,.,.. -.
t.tfA w. DUN, y. h. IaylOy and
Asfl ~. 90 ". r fensom'' ~ '0A W H. W.
- 'al1sas.. ''iss sssss sss very large, and CON-
'is we're Ton by 1. b.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14

....,.,s tro,.iug 10 harness between
.....,. for a purse Of t400, mile
f,r: 5000 10 nrst horse, el2,' 10
..fi.i. ana s25 10 fourth. Four
.r tae following order: Mise Nel-
l...s sccoud, Zllla b. third, and
.-.rr 20 the heat tho animals
-.ratrc abreast OF one another,
g ...1 .oa apod by all the others and
t.- position a. tho pole until the
.rrr m the hrst quarter went
N 1ni did some beautiful trot-
I. stretch.
g. .1 m0st gracefully except for
....e-llarter post. She also went
.'' .e reaching the last stretch.
... liked q neck and hall OF
.la.e IN the heat from Ro-
80 ..-.l v0u and Iilla b. Was left IN
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-10-14
Bass, DR.. J. Randolph. Of car'ersv'Ile, and J.
Lindsay.
Bantam honor. we're divided between J. w.
Bush and X. N. Zacharius
oroRgp-rrorf.g's DAY.

Las, night n conference was held between
Colonel Buford, president 81 the Virginia Agri-
cultural socicty; vice-PTesdent Wicxham, Colo
mel Murphy aud a number OF leading coiored
citizens looking 70 the making Of suitable pre-
paratiosis fos sCoIored-Peoplss day (Morday, Oc-
tober 2atb) at tae Exposition.
Rev w w. Browne, President of the True Re-
fcrners' Bank, was made chairman Of the COM
Iriitee OF Arrangements and James II. Hayes,
Iesgetary.
After 4 iuli exchange OF We've, commit-
too consisting OF Rev. w. w. Browne, Is.
r. Turner, pr. II. J.. Harris and James II. hayes
wero named to arrange a programme for the
Cay, which viii probably consist Of running and
trotting races, bicycle races, q sham battle. a
walking match. athletic sports, base-ball and q
grand concert. This committee will meet the
Exposition committee this evening at 9 O'Clock
az the Exposition -tiroupds
The general coDmiitee OF colored citizens Will
meet AZ the True-ke'ormers Han on Saturday
evening at 3 O'Clock.
From the onihuslasm oyinced In the meeting
& looks as II Colored-Peoplos Day will DO a
great success.
The following weil-known colored persons at-
tended tho conference: MAJOR J. Is. johnson, Dr.
X. X Jones. William CustalO. Thomas II. Lewis,
Z \. Randolph, George Stephens, Jr., Charles
r. Whitto. and Hon. John H. Smythe, Of Wash
iUpfrp
The state chronicle., 1892-02-14
yR. BLAINE'S LETTER.
N, N, Oullom, of Illinois, as q Pre-
''' sidential Possibility.

Sufficient time has elapsed since
,nblication of Mr.. Blaine's let
declining canaidateship for the
5rddency TO make it clear that the
k,rcss Of Shelby NJ. Cullom's 8
animation By the Republicans have
" Increased by its appearance.
lathe "fsvorite son" of his own
L.c common wealth, which fact, in
M, makes him formidable as a
|upetitor with other distinguished
ltias for the Presidential nomi-
zion.
Cunom ras born in 1929, in
trucky. From about a year old
hss lived in Illinois, since 1858
SringGsld, where he was admit.
l % the bar. He served four terms
The Illinois legislature, twice as
s4Eer. From December 1865, to
Ayh, 1871, he was a member Of
House Of Representatives at
philglon. He Was Governor of
|nd, from January, 1877, until
|huary' 1888. when he resigned
take bis seat in the United States
us, Of which he is still q men,
CullOm is hardworking par
man.