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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19

Mrs. Pearl Myers, Of No. 1923 Williams
burg avenue. had nearly all Of her chick
ems stolen Wednesday night.
Mrs. Jane McLaughton has returned
from Chicago.
Mr.. Joseph Herbert is reported TO be
getting better.
Pastor w. A. Laughlin Of the Denny
Street Methodist church leaves for Dan
Vile the first Of this week 10 attend the
Methodist Conference, and it is hoped
by his congregation that he will be re-
turned.
Mr. Henry Eacho, who was shot in the
leg on east Main street some time ago.
by n negro. had his leg amputated last
week. He is the father Of six little chill
dren.
Miss Nora Conway, Of Chicago H., is
visiting Mrs. Michael Mclaughlin, Lou
isiana street.
Mr.. James r. Grubbs. Of Engine Com
pany No 8, has returned from Hanover.
where he spent the ten days Of his fur
Tough. He reported for duty Friday morn
ing.
A petition will be sent TO the next reg
ular meeting Of the Common Council
asking that honorable body to come TO
the assistance Of the pedestrians who
travel on Denny street.
Workmen ere now engaged i'm finishing
the sewer on Louisiana street.
A new floating boat-house is being built
for the yacht Resale. The old boat-hOuse
was damaged 10 such an extent that il
became necessary TO let it 70 adrift.
Mr.. Michael Roach. an old and faith
full employe of the City Gas Works. is at
his home on Orleans street quite sick.
Mr.. r. II. McCOok has built a bicycle
of his own design, and while out prac-
ticing his machine became unnnanaqealla
and he was thrown violently TO the
ground. and quite painfully hurt
lhere was regular meeting Of Manteo
Tribe, No. 50, ]. O. II. NJ, last Thursday
night at kerse's Hall. Among the visit
ing prothers were Grand Sachem John
Crowder and Justice John Crutchfeld of
Monican Tribe No. O.. They decided to
change their place Of meeting. Begin
mng the first Thursday I'm December
they Will hold their meetings at No. 1tI
east Main street. The meeting was large
" attended
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
MORE HALDENSIANs.
Arrival OF Another Lot of These Desira-
Bile Colonfsts

RALEIGH, n c.. Nov. lS,-speciai-
Governor Carr has been notified that a
large number OF Waldens.an colonists
have arrived in New York, ana Will
proceed TO Burke county, in this State,
whore they have purchased land and viii
scale.
News reached here yesterday that the
barn Of MIR. Levi Gunter. living one and
half miles from Sanford, was burned
on the night OF the 11th. Nine head Of
horses ard mules perish ed 5nd a quantity
al Forage was burned. y gin louse was
also burned. The origin of the fire is un-
Known but rs reported 10 hc incondiary.
The University of North Carolina foot
BAN team met tae Wake Forest College
team az Athletic Park here this after
noon. and had a walk over the score re
sailing forty TO nothing in favor of the
University. The victorious team showed
It's superiority from the first The men
averaged heavier in weight than their
opponents, and eyinced finer training
Ihey have had n professional athIeta
training the team for several weeks w..
University men made five touoh-doWns
ana I'VE eoal kicks me NE urst halr scor-
ING thirtv p"."ts, and the remainder OF
tne score Ia the second half.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
Hunting the Tiger.

remarkable exhibition Of nerve" 81
shooting was slvcn by Colonel Nightingale
famous sportsman OF India lie had gOi
p running shot nj "a tiger from the back OF
MS elephant, hitting him IN the shoulder.
The beast rushed away and made Tor
some bushes 80 yards on whence a man
emerged. The tiger rushed at him and
struck him down. Tiger and man were m
a confused heap on the ground. AZ the
risk OF hitting the man. the Colonel fired,
and heard the ball strike bone.
The tiger. with a roar, rolled on the man
ana plunged into the ravine. The Colonels
conlcal ball had carried on the lower jaw
ana fangs OF the brute. no other shot
would nave saved the man. but without a
Jaw the tiger could not seize him. The
man, who was deaf and moving about the
jungle, had only been scratched by the
tigers claws.
The tiger was sought. lie was waiting
TO be found, for $ soon as he saw the
elephant on the edge OF the ravine he
q argcd furiously. ball through the
neck rolled rim over and down the rayine
The elephant was pushed forward. and UP
the slope the furious tiger rushed A ban
In the chest killed him
He vas az enormous animal. measuring.
four feet three inches at the shoulder. and
the length OF the skin was twelve feet
eight inches.-fouth's comrs MON.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19

bites; not storming with smashing fall
OF nst, but talking low and near with
ready and powerful fingers; not sweeping
tall lilies aside with stalk-cracking arm
and ho&rse complaint, but plucking them
and tossing them away with content-but
always the same cynicism. with rudeness
or raillery; aways the same aim that
respects little an emperor and less
woman. which gives these two an IN
teresting companionship OF mind and life,
and makes one obey and the ether com
mand, and both live with an unfric-
tional union OF intent, TO keep the break
or aud maker Of empires alive 50 long
as pocslhle. -EXcnarge.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
Civ (irruif COurt

The following suits were Instituted
yesterday in the City Circuit Court:
}. Z. Fearce & Company VS. Preston
Relvin; damages, $500
city Bank OF Richmond VS.. A. e. and
r. w. Rose; 500
Same VS. A. L. Rose and Jas. II. HAYES:
debt. $2l212.
same VS.. r. =. Luck. Jr. etc; debt
for 81
IN the case OF Mrs. p. +. Bowles by
etc" Us. Richmond Railway snd islec-
nc 'npap. an orcer was made for
q specal jury TO- Monday morning at
If O'Clock.
In the case Of Susan A. Ionts vs.. r.
NJ. Logan, the jury having purity heard
the evidence w>re adjourned und' Mon
day Forming next at 10 o'clock.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
4 RICHMOND MAN IN TROUBLE
Says He is a Cousin OF vlce-Presider
Stevenson.

I
Stevenson.
Information from Greensboro. y. c..
says that "a telegraph operator Of Rich
mond got into trouble in Greensboro
Thursday and when last heard from was
in the hands OF the noice Of that city.
The descriptions Of the man identity him
as Francis NJ. Burke Of this city, who
was FOR some time an operator here
Some time ago the man came into The
Times editorial rooms and exhibited d
letter which lac claimed was from vice
President Stevenson, thanking him for
a favor he had done Mr.. Stevenson.
Burke stated that while he was employ
ed as operator i'm Ashevile. y. c., Mrs.
Stevenson. the wife Of the vice Presi-
dent, died in Asheville at a late hour.
The operator claims that he dressed him
self. went down 10 the Office, which
had been closed. and wired the vice
President the first news Of his sad loss.
Mir. Stevenson, said he, wrote him a
personal letter, thanking him very warm
~ and Offering 20 secure him position
in the Departmental Service at Wash
ingtOn.
Burke requested at the time that The
Times would mention the incident. but
the man was under the influence of
liquor and talked 50 incoherently that the
editor refused 10 publish anything about
him. The man seemed TO be slightly
crazy. and talked wildly at times
The following special from Green's
boro has been received at The Times
office:
"The employees OF the National Bank
OF this place were badly scared by young
man who rushed into the bank yester-
day. and, with a few oaths, stated that
he wanted 10 draw a draft on some
one, but did not know who. The clerks
could not understand him, but he seem
ca TO be crazy, and would have no fool
isnness. policeman was sent for and
tne young man was taken to the police
Hauon' He explained that he Is a tele-
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19

The barge formerly used by the War
wick Park Transportation Company for
conveying passengers 20 Warwick Parl,
has recently been turned into a sand
scow, and a short time ago while over
loaded was cepsized. Yesterday after
noon she was fcated into the canal
lock and righted. The locks were filled
with water, and ropes so arranged that
when they were empued they would TIT
the scow, and then by pulling with block
ana tackle from the other side. the huge
fiat was turned right side up. and after
being pumped out will again be ready
for use.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
Is Sill IN the Encc.

The rumor to the effect that Mr.. w.
j. Binford, Of Henrico. who was chosen
i'm the last election as a member of the
House Of Delegates from the county had
withdrawn from the contest for railroad
commissioner is erroneous. when I saw
Mr.. Binford yesterday he stated that
there were no grounds for the report. as
he had no intention Of Withdrawing from
the contest. on the contrary, ne was
still candidate. and would remain such
until the question was decided. Mr.. Bin
ford is an old railroad man, Of many
years standing
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19

strong sermon to young men-college men
IN partlcular-and only referred TO foot
ball in that sermon as reported verbatim
IN The Times, which he accepts as cor
rect. The Doctor is anything else but
sensational preacher. combining himself 10
preaching the gospel pure and simple
The manager OF the Popuiist party IN
this county. very old and worthy citi-
zen and church member. who took an ac-
tive part at the polls here on the day OF
election, has said. 50 ] hear. that he VIII
have nothing more 20 do with politics IN
Rockbridge; that he did not know before
that there we're so many men I'm the couh-
~ who had a collar around their necks'
Politics is great incentive TO deep
thought to some persons.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
DE-. EtaTnrd 10 Lcctrrc

Bishop Van De Vyver has received a
letter from Rev. DR.. Stafford. the
noted Baltimore lecturer. stating that he
will come to Richmond next Sunday. No
yember 26th. An effort has been made
for several years TO get the Doctor here
10 lecture. without success until now.
lie Will preach a sermon at the cathe-
oral next Sunday night AT o'clock. There
VIII be no admission fee, but a collection
VIII be taken up and given to the poor
Of Richmond. Or. Stafford has a large
number of admirers. particularly among
the Hebrews, and he will likely have a
large congregation present to hear him.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
DEATH or MRS. ANNIE BURKE.
Lady Distinguished for Her Good WORKS
and WILDLY Known In the valley.

LEXINGTON, VA, Nov lS.-SpeciaL-A
telegram received here this morning an
nounces the death Of Mrs. Annie Burke
wife Of Charles c. Burke, at her home
near Newport News She was MISS
Parker, OF stanton. and was WIDELY
known in many sections Of the state. she
resided here for a number Of years, ana
while here distinguished herself as a
woman OF great executive ability, Chris
tian piety, and financial foresight.
Through her efforts largely, the hand
some new Methodist church here Was
built. Her death has caused great regret.
Many Of the Methodist people propose 70
attend her funeral al stanton tomorrow
The Knights OF Pythias lodge. OF which
her husband was charter member. Will
send a large delegation 10 the funeral. 4
special express will leave here at a. NJ,
with the friends Of the deceased, and ar
i've at Stanton at IL a. NJ.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
DIR. M'BRYDE,S SERNoy.

ne "ahaGer in koci,br dge OF the Popu-
is' f"s'y-Opposed 10 Political Collars.
LEXINGTON. VA. Nov. Especial
James A. frasiers appointment as post
master at The Rock Alum IN this county
IN oui-and-out RCpui iican of the Nanoae
wye aNa The nayses can't undersfano
TOW ~ rs hat he WAS appointed 10 me
l'SiUon- X pays about $500 per ann,r,
me iact &c tnat there was no Denocra,
az tnot point "ho wanted it-h.nce ~
ff0sier was put up. ~
kns ncN. Il, J. McBryde, rector of
G ss Memorial Episcopal church, reru-
mon on last sunday on football or &C.,
otner sensational subject as report.s IN
s0ms OF the STATE papers. He preached n
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
Rantist Yonng Peonles, Union.

The Baptist Young Peoples Union. OF
Grace-Street Baptist church. invite the
young people of Richmond 10 meet with
them i'm their special services 90 Doe held
on next Thursday night at s O'Clock. The
plans and workings of the b. y. r. H..
Of America Will be Interestingly set forth
in an address by j. Calvin Moss, OF
Lynchburg. who is well known as a leader
in this work. Or. W ". Landrum and
Professor II. Il. Harris Will alsp address
the meeting.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19

BURKEViLLE, VA, Nov. 17-Profes-
sor W. Il. Cridlin, Of the Southside Female
Institute, Burkeville. and Miss Carrie
4. Jeremy, daughter Of Mr.. D. S. Jere-
my, Of sail, Charlotte county, Va, were
married yesterday morning at the home
Of the bride, in the presence Of a large
number of friends OF the contracting
couple. Rev. II. w. CridBn. father Of
the groom, OBLIGATED, assisted by Rev.
ii. a. Brown. The brides pastor.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
CASES or 4HE ALLEGED RIorHRs.
The Illness of Juror Necessitates Post
ponement Until Tomorrow.

ROANOKE. VA. Nov. 1S.-special.-On
account Of the illness Of juror the riot
cases Of James G. Richardson, a. Perry,
Dan Kennedy and S. w. Fuqua, COM
menced in the Hastings Court yesterday,
were adjourned to Monday.
Judge William Gordon Robertson, coun-
sci for G. X. Moore. whose application
for liquor license the Excise Board re-
fused TO consider, applied to the Hust-
ings Court to-day for a mandamus to
compel the board to near the application.
The court will hear argument on Deem
Der 9Th.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
No smaII.Pox in Bedford CITY.

BEDFORD CITY, VA. Nov 1S.-Spe-
GALA Roanoke paper stated this morn
Ing that there was a case Of smallpox in
Bedford City.
Mayor Saunders is my authority for
denying the report a tramp wa in town
this week who was reported to be af-
fected with smallpox, but on investga-
ton 1t proved to be another trouble.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
rWo oNs cHUsAEb 10 DxhTy
a Negro Man and Woman Rua over lev
Railroad Ir ia ana Killed.

WINSTON n. G., Nov. 1S.-speclal-A
negro man and woman were run over
anu Killed b. the passenger train from
haieish last night mar Burlington. They
were waking On The cross-ties outside OF
me non RAILS. When the train approach
ca them they jumped in the opposite
direction across the track, when the en-
biae struck them, horribly mangling their
oooi.s. The man was an employe OF the
burlington railroad shops. Their names
could not be learned
Sohh smith OF Sandy Ridge. Stokes
county, while intoxicated Accidentally
dfcharged his gun in the house the boil
spucA his married sister In the left side
ana lodged IN the right side. She is in a
critical condition.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19

The Young Mems Hebrew Association is
the name az an Organization recently per-
fected It's officers are Messrs. Gus Schnur-
man, president; David PaulsOn. of Bal
timore, yice-president; Simon Cohen, See
cretary, and Louis Lovenstcin treasurer.
The young men have nee club rooms.
and expect soon to have hrst-class gym
nasium and reading room as features OF
their club.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19

The Randolph Academy Defea
the Blacksburg..

the Blacksburg.
BEDFORD CITY VA, Nov t8-Spe-
cial.-Randolph-M Academy. this af-
ternoon scored their fourth successive
victory their opponents to-day being
Blacksburg A and NJ. College. The score
was "a 70 6. This was the first point made
against Randolph-MacOn this season the
features OF the game were an eighty-yard
run by Ragland on a feint wedge, and a
'-'ty-yard run by Nettles for Randolph
Macon. and "a forty-yard run by Friend
for B.I-ksDurg With a few exceptions.
the gains made by the home team were
won by strong line work. The interfer-
erce Of the Blacksburgs was at times
very effective. The best Of feeling pre-
vailed and each side was very compliment
tary, regarding the clean conduct or the
other in the game. The men lined up as
follows:
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19

The remains or Mrs. Violet Pace Jack
son were laid to rest Yesterday afternoon
IN hollywood. The funeral. which took
place at Grace Episcopal church. the
former pastorate OF Bishop Jackson was
lNied 10 the doors with sorrowing friends.
me horal tributes were OF the most ex-
quisite character and richly abundant.
The impressive services were conducted nv
Rev. Landon II. Mason. assisted bv REV
>. o. Newton. long cortege followed
the remains TO the cemetery.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
Chalrman HIlchell,s rnndldncr.

The Democrats OF Henrico are mani
Testing a lively interest I'm Chairman J. c.
Mitchells candidacy for the position OF
superintendent of the penitentiary. Chair
man Mitchell gave universal satisfaction
as head Of the Democratic Committee
during the last campaign, and for sew
eral years previous.
lie is an active. energetic man. with a
great deal Of executive ability.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19

Mr.. and Mrs. C. NJ. Caughy. their son.
Norbert, and daughter Kathleen, rallied
Thursday on the First Bisn arck' FOR
Messina. italy Mr. Caughy being recently
appointed consul 20 that port by President
Cleveland. Mr.. Caughy has many friends
in Richmond who wish him well IA his
new hOr,.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19

About one hundred people witnessed the
trotting race at the Exposition grounds
yesterday afternoon between Corn Crack
or" and Miss Lee for a purse OF $500
The race was mile heats best three IN
five IL was a close and exciting contest
Corn Cracker" won In three straight
heats, with Miss Lee" close behind
Time, 2:i6, 2:A - 2:i5.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19

.rorb operator of Richmond, Va, and
sausir 81 Stevenson and a "chum' OF
ID Huidekoper and Samuel Spencer
receivers OF the Richmond and Danviiie
railroad" ala
burke is about twenty-eight years oiu'
and IS married. II is thought he Is DOT
dering on lunacy.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19

An entertainment will be given by St.
James Chapter of the Brotherhood OF
ST. Andrew next Thursday evening az the
lecturc-room of the church. The members
Of The various chapters i'm this city about
20 I'm number, have been invited 10 attend
A literary and musical programme VIII
be executed and refreshments will be
served.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19

The pain caused by the bite OF a mos
quito Is caused by fluid poison Injected
by the Insect into the wound In order
to make the blood thin enough to now
through the mosquitoes throat.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
Wedding Presents.

Hard times bring low prices TO those
buying presents at the auction sales this
year at No. 9li east Main street. Ster-
ling Silver has not been sold at auction
in large quantities before. The elegant
plated-ware. Rogers Cutlery and Clocks
we have in beautiful and new designs.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
Left for Home.

Governor-elect OFerrall left for his
home IN Harrsonburg yesterday morning.
where he will remain until few days
before Congress meets.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
NJ % D. for ravorI.c..

GLOUCESTER, n. j., Nov. 12-OnIy
one fayorite won here this afternoon.
one second choice and extreme OUT
slider winning the other events The most
violent reversal of form was shown bv
Orphan. i'm the second race. Yesterday
be was an odds ON fayorite, and finished
nowhere To-day IN far better company
and az odds of q TO 1, be won in walk.
Summary.
First race. five furlongs-Tartar first.
BoIiyer second; Gonzales third. Time.
1906 81
Second race. one mile - Orphan first.
Vocalize second. Matthias third. Time,
1852 II
Third race. FIVE furlongs-Rlchal first.
Criterion second, La Cigale third. Time,
1:0G.
Fourth race, seven furlougs Traverse
first. Westchester second. Musmee third.
Time, 1:3J 81
Fifth race, five and one-half furlongs-
J. Fl. Nc. first. Belle Blackburn second
Naruna third. Time 1900.
Sixth race, seven and one-half furlongs
Dele first Pliny second, BlOndys Vic
tim third. Time, 1:i6
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
Death OF hrs. William Younc

RElDSvILLE. N. c.. Nov. is.--special
MRS william Young died at her home
mere to-day at 1880 o'clock. Her remains
VIII be buried tomorrow at 8 O'clock.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-11-19
ACROSS THE TIADUCT
Census OF the Pretty Little suburban
Town.

Mrs W. j. Amory has returned IRON
Portsmouth. Va
Mr. George p. Collyer is travelling in
South Carolina.
Mr. James H. Barton is in New York
attending the horse show.
Miss Schenck, OF Greensboro, n. C., Is
visiting Mrs. w. T. Miller.
Mr.. ". X. Bsche has returned from
an extended trip through North Carolina.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. b. Pierce, OF Texas, are
visiting Mr. and Mrs. G.. T.. Sangster.
Mrs VI. r. Hardin mother Of Mrs. w.
| X. Bache, has returned from visit 10
! Louisville. Ky.
| Mrs. Clarence Boyd has gone on visit
/ to relatives in Hopkinsyille Ky.
The Ladies' Guild Of the Episcopal
| church has a very pleasant and profit
able meeting on Thursday
! Mrs. W T.. Bibb and Miss Maria Harris,
Of Louisa, are the guests Of Mrs. Charles
Goodloe.
Mr.. James r. Fem, OF Memphis, Tenn,
and Mrs. Rosa Hutz, Of Richmond, are
visiting Mrs w. a. Dabney.
DR.. II. II. Pitt will occupy his pulpit al
the Baptist church this morning and
night.
Rev. r. Il. Pitt and Mr.. Josiah Ryland.
Jr., returned home Wednesday from the
general association at Roanoke.
The revival services at the Methodist
church have been largely attended every
night, and much interest has been awak
ened. There are number OF inqurers
and several professions Of religion have
been made. To-day there will be morning
and evening services.
The Mirror man has Just completed the
census Of Barton Heights and BrOokland
Park, and the following is he result:
White males over IS years OF aSr...... 40
White females over 10 years OF age. l5j
Male children.................. lOl
Female children. ........................... 81
Total whites. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS oi
Male servants. OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES. q
Female servants. ~
- lU2
IOtal ......s'sssss.'ssssss '.''''"''' "oV
This includes only those living in the
boundary lines of Barton Heights and
Brookland Park and those who will In
few weeks occupy the new dwellings now
being erected. Just outs de the boundary
lines of the two places there are a dozen
or so dwellings, with white population
Of fifty people who are Identified with
the Heights. Add them and the total
will be CSC.
A stock company is being formed to
buy the wigwam. 1t will be moved on the
lot i'm front Of the fire-house. IL will be
enlarged and be used for all purposes for
the benefit OF the people until the new
~.I q