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San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1893-05-29

Comparatively few people regard them
selves as inventors, but almost everybody
has been struck, at one time sor another,
with ideas that seemed calculated to reduce
some of the2little frictiOns OF life. Usually
such ideas are dismissed without further
thought.
why don't the railroad company make it's
car windows so that they can be slid up and
down without breaking the passengers
backs!' eXclaims the traveller. "If l were
running the road would make them in such
a way
"What was the man that made this sauce
pan thinking Off" grumbes the cook. "IIe
never had TO work over a stove or he would
have known how it ought to have been fixed. "
Hang such collar button!" growls the
man who is late for breakfast. "If were in
the business I'd make buttons that would Mt
slip out, or break off, or gouge out the back
of my neck"
And then the various sufferers forgot about
their grievar os and begin to think of some
thing else. If they would sit down at the
next convenient opportunity, put their ideas
about car windows, sauCGpans, and collar
buttons into practical shape, and then apply
for patents, they might find themselves as IN
dependently wealthy as the man who invent
ed the iron umbrella ring, or the one who
patented the fifteen puzzle,
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1893-05-29

The motto "E Pluribus Unum" was
taken from the title page of The Gentle
mans Magazine, at the time of the Revo-
luton having large circulation in the
colonies.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1893-05-29
Way Up.

Customer (at the fruiterersrL me
have half dollars worth of your incest
strawberries.
Dealer-Yes, sir. viii you take it
home with you?-Chicago Record.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1893-05-29

Whether it's Catarrh itself, or any of
the troubles caused by Catarrh, the max
ers of DR.. Sage's Catarrh Remedy will
pay you $500 if they can't give you a
permanent cure. They take the risk
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1893-05-29

Slave ants and working ants have lost
their wings through being kept entirely
to life on the ground.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1893-05-29

81 submit the within described invention
in competition for the Twenty-Five Hundred
Dollar Prize offered by the Press Claims
Company.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02
THE SALE CONFIRMED,
Also Receiver Is Appoin ted for the GIas-
gov Manufacturing Company.

LEXINGTON, VA. July Especial
In the circuit court to-day, Judge VIII
liam Mclaughlin sitting in vacation.
the sale Of the Hotel De Hart. on the
property Of the Lexington Development
Company. TO J. r. Williams. Of Rich
mond. for 10000 was brought up for
confirmation. 1t was hotly contested by
the creditors Of the company. but was
confirmed by the court. Immediately
thereupon Mr. Williams. the assignee
of the Glasgow Manufacturing Com
pany made motion for a receiver to
take charge Of the affairs of the COM
pany. Another contest took place. after
which j. Il. A. HobsOn was appointed
receiver. The indebtedness Of the com
pany is very large. and il will not pay
out. The capital stock is 100000 The
stock was declared by an act Of the
Legislature paid up at fifty cents on
the dollar There is n rumor afoat this
evening in legal circles that the stock
holders may be required TO pay the full
amount When the condition Of affairs
becomes generally known, warm pro-
test may be locked for.
Counsel for the creditors Of the Saver
make Pre- ssed Brick Company. near Buena
Vista. also made a motion for a receiver
for that company, declaring the same
insolvent. The motion was not acted
OH to-day.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02
Gossip From Ashland.

ASHLAND, VA, July 1.-Special.-Nfr.
and Mrs. J. S. Barbour Thompson are on
visit to Colonel and Mrs. Morton Marye.
Mr.. Mann Valentine and family are
summering at Blenheim.
Miss Annie Brock, of Richmond. Is
visiting friends here
Miss Mamie Barksdale. Of Halifax
county, who has been visiting Miss Fam
ME Ford has returned home.
Miss Lotchen Poindexter OF Richmond
Is visiting Miss Blanche Breeder.
Mrs. Ashton Elicit has returned after a
pleasant visit to friends in West Vir-
gina.
Miss Blanche Scott, Of Fredericksburg.
has returned home after a charming
VISIT OF several weeks to relatives.
Rev. Richard Anderson and family. of
Atlanta, are on a visit to Mr.. John
Mcmurdo.
Mr.. Harvey Stebbins and daughter. of
South Boston, are visiting his mother
here.
Mrs. James Duncan and children, of
Denver. Col, are visiting Professor r. e.
Blackwell.
Mrs. Powhatan Breeder is at Ocean
View for her health
Mrs. Freeman Irby. of Richmond is
visiting Captain Richard Irby.
The Misses Cook. of Taylorsville. have
returned home after a. visit at JUDGE
Josiah leake's.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02
REV. rHoll1s DIXON 10 PREACH.
The Well Known Divine at Cape Charles.
Other News.


CAPE CHARLES, VA, July Especial.
Rev. Thomas Dixon, Jr.. Of New York,
who is stopping at Cobbs Island with his
family will preach there every Sunday
afternoon during his three months yaca-
ton. Nessrs. Cobb q Spody. proprietors
Of the hotel here, have made arrange
ments for an excursion every Sunday
during the season TO enable the people
OF the Eastern Shore 10 listen to this
celebrated divine
The filthy pond lying between Pine
street and Chesapeake bay will be con-
Verted into a beautiful lake for rowing
and fishing. The heirs OF the late Will
liam l.. Scott have employed surveyors,
who are now engaged in making plans
Tor draining and dredging this strip OF
land. This will be a great Improvement
10 our town and add greatly to the
healthfulness Of the same. IL is said
the park that was laid out when the town
was first organized will be thoroughly
cleaned and put in good condition pre-
paratory TO building the long-contem-
plated hotel on the bay shore which Mr..
Scott expressed a desire 10 have built
before his death.
Rev. George W Bounds. pastor Of
Bethany Methodist Episcopal church,
this city has arranged for a series Of
anniversary services Of the organization
OF the Methodist Church in this place,
commencing tomorrow and continuing
for two weeks. Several Of the ex-pastors
Will be present, besides some Of the abltst
divines in the Wilmington Conference.
Dr. Cochran, presiding elder. will preach
tomorrow morning and evening, and SER
vices will be held every night next week
by different preachers Rev. w. l.. 5.
Murray, Of Dover, viii I'LL the pulpit
Sunday week.
The shipments Of round potatoes from
the Eastern Shore have been very heavy
Tor the past few days. and farmers are
realizing good prices so far for their
stock
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02
JUSTICE JOHN,s COURr.
A Few Actors VIII Tread the Boards at the
Higher Court.


The proceedings at the sanctum yester-
day were almost as void Of interest as the
political situation in midsummer and the
rather small crowd didn't by amy means
attempt to encore the actors. most OF
whom butchered their parts most thor
oughly and added no wreaths to their
preyiOusly-earned laurels.
His Honor took a chew with as much
indifference as though it were his hourly
routine; the Banker persuaded the imper-
tinont fly TO enjoy himself elsewhere than
upon the surface Of his polished Uranium;
Clerk White hlled out few papers with
his usual nOnchalent air, while an African
deacon insisted upon giving a cOlored
barrister u little food for religious re-
Election.
The orchestra played a snatch from the
opera, "A COpper's Bad Luck and the
curtain rolled up without a hitch. when
Adolphus Allen (colored) appeared before
the foot-lights in an Egyptian Two
step" to the air Of stealing and carrying
away one clock, Of the value OF 81. the
property Of NJ. Rosenbloom. Adolphus did
some very clever work, and the Common
wealth couldn't make out a case against
him. He was dismissed, but the regula-
tor wasn't recovered, and RosenbloOm
was knocked out OF time"
Churchill Wilson lcOiOred) played
fairly good role, and got off from the
charge Of stealing and carrying away
from the money drawer OF II. W Sterling
s22 I'm United States currency; and then
II. Melvil alias III. Warwick. whose
knowledge OF the histrionic art is far
above the standard. tried TO persOnify
the fugitive from justice. He was ac-
cordingly held over for a while 10 give
the stage manager an opportunity 10 hear
from the Prince William authorities. IN
which county Aielvill Is charged with a
felony.
Frank FOssett made a mistake In his
calling. He made an ignominous failure
OF his part, and went TO the grand jury
on the charge OF breaking and entering in
the night time the bar-room OF Peter
Chiocca and stealing and carrying away
500 cigars, six bottles OF whisky and a
lot Of tobacco and cigarettes. Franks
purpose 10 drink. smoke and be merry
ended disastrouSly for the youth, and the
evidence in the case. which was formerly
published In The Times. looked rather
gloomy for the young actor.
The twice-continued case OF j. y. At
Sinson. charged with embezzling $50. the
money OF the Cigar Makers International
Union OF America, No. 1913, was again
continued. This speciality has gotten 10
be n chestnut. and the audience are howl
ng for change OF bill.
The case Of Allen Booker. colored
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02

clog dancer charged with working a horse
unit for work, was contioued Till the 10th
instant
Next came a rather unique perform
ance. which the devotees Of the play
house rarely have an opportunity to en-
joy. Samuel Carter, "A dusky-hued mem
Der Of the cast. played the role of I'M
lawfully disturbing the congregation Of
the Sixth Zion Colored Baptist church
while az worship. In inquiring into the
circumstances Of the case Giles Jackson,
the speaking African lawyer
Intercepted a cOlOred deacon until the
latter became a little out of sorts and his
patience ceased 10 be 4 virtue He in
formed the barrister that ii he would
come over 10 the famous astronomical
clergyman's church he would hear the
gospel properly eXpounded. Carter how
ever, butchered his part and was sent 20
the hastings court.
Sidney Jackson (coloreD made a very
poor leading support, and reflected no
credit upon his limited histri0nic talent
in the role Of entering I'm the day time
the store Of J. III. clayton and stealing
and carrying away SO IN United States
currency. the property OF said Blayton.
The actor didn't get on 10" the old
Spartan way Of conceaiing The theft and
was sent 20 the hastings court I'm conse-
cuence.
The court adjourned on q snatch call
ed the "Bacchanalian's Revcrie." by half
a dozen chorus singers and a big docket
Is expected Monday.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02

GORDONSVILLE, VA. July 1-Spe-
cial.-lt will be gratifying news 10 ex-
Governor Kempers many friends
throughout the State 10 be able 10 saw
upon the authority OF the family phvsi-
clan that there has been a decided I'm
provement in his condition within the
last few days. and that mere is reason 10
believe he viii recover. Notwithstanding
he is still far from being a well man.
In my letter OF the 9th the Rev Robert
c. Carr should read Rev. Robert c. Cave
who is now the pleasant guest OF Mr.. G
w Woolfolk's family. of the town OF
Orange.
Mr.. w. o. Blakey has gone 10 RasIc
city to spend couple OF weeks. and 10
accompany her cousin, Miss Pettus az
Chattanooga, to this place for a summer
visit.
Miss BEETLE j. Kinnier has gone TO Bear
lAthia Springs, and Miss Lillian w scott
10 Visit sister In Kentucky. two az
our accomplished teachers in the public
school quinn
The various denominations OF this city
nave arranged with the Drummer Evan
seAst, w. L. Fife. TO hold series or
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02
NEWPORT VIEWS DELEGATES.
Agreement Finally Reached at O'clock
This Morning O'Ferrall Endorsed.

Agreement Finally Reached at O'clool
This Morning O'Ferrall Endorsed.
NEWPORT NEWS, July Especial
An enthusiastic mass-meeting Of Demo-
Gratis was held last night in Johnson 8
opera House for the purpose Of electing
| delegates to the Gubernatorial Conyen-
| ton. which meets in Richmond on Au-
| gust nth
AS previously stated in The Times.
| trouble had been brewing for some time
in the Democratic ranks and a hot fight
was expected. The sentiment Of the
meeting was almost wholly in favor OF
O'Ferrall, but the Colonels supporters
were at war with themselves. Meetings
had been held by both factions and indie
pendent action taken. Every man that
entered the place of meeting last night
was furnished with prearranged list OF
delegates by representatives OF the con-
tending factions.
As soon as the meeting was announced
ready for business by the chairman. Mr.
r. c. Bickford a resolution was offered
to the effect that all states should be
ignored, and that delegates should be
elected from the floor. This was vehe-
mently opposed by the so-called regular
organization. The resolution gave rise 10
some Dlller personal attacks, and the
strong language used by two OF the
speakers at one point threw the conyen-
ton into the widest confusion.
Conciliatory speeches were made by
several prominent gentlemen. however.
and the resolution TO elect from the floor
was finally carried.
Twenty-One names were placed I'm uoni
nation, and it was o'clock this morning
before the count was finished The dele
gates are J. Il. Williams r. G. Bickford. J.
NJ. Curtis, Z. W. Mistead, L. i. Stearnes
and T. J. Barham. with A. c. Garrett
L. c. Saunders. W. A. Post, J. s. Jones
James +. Hudgins and c. w. Robinson
as alternates.
While the delegation will go unin-
structed, a resolution declaring Charles
II. OFerrall the choice Of the meeting
was unanimously carried.
At the Second precinct in this city r.
f. Smith and b. p. Robinson were elected
delegates. with J. L. Sibey and A. c.
Pulliam as alternates The meeting there
was also in the interest Of O'Ferrau.
Eappshannock Delegates
FLINT HILL, VA. July l-Special.-
Two districts out OF six in Rappahannock
county heard from send anti-OFerrau |
delegates.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02
Destructive Storm in FloYd.

FLOYD, VA, July 1-special.-Th
northern portion of this county was Wis
tied on last Wednesday afternoon by
one OF the most destructive wind. rain
and hail storms ever known in mis- &C.
tion' The rain fell in torrents the hail
stones were unusually large and OF vari-
Gus shapes, and fen with terrific force
carrying with il death and destruction
10 all vegetation roofs of houses were
broken through, windows riddle6 trees
stripped Of leaves and twigs. and AIN
crops literally destroyed along the track
OF the storm, which was very extensive
being about ten miles long and FIVE miles
wide.
The wheat, which was nearly ripe was
cut 10 the ground and beaten into The
earth. Corn, oats and tobacco We're
also destroyed-almost entirely. In some
places after the storm subsidized the hail
lay more than foot deep on the ground
The loss is heavy on the farmers. wbo
are lily able to bear IT,
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02

and blue satin, a charming debutantei
Mr.. Hines.
Miss Lucy Ship. Lexington, white mus
| lin; Mr. Bryant.
Miss poore. Baltimore. blue silk and
black trimmings: Mr.. Lanehorne.
Miss Annie H. Conrad, Winchester.
pink silk Empire gown. ornaments Kappa
Alpha fraternity badge Mr.. II. Besc0s.
Miss Marie Lewis. OF Clarke county,
blue satin and point lace. with Mr.. Henry
Wise, OF New York. the vice-prcsident.
Amongst the stays | noticed MIR. Nc
, Phceters Glasgow. Mr.. James W. GOode,
W. W. Sale. Sandy =. Figgatt. Greeiee
ID. Letcher. Thomas W. Shelton. Thomas
! Backford. Benismin Blackford. Ran
/ dolph T. Carmichael. Benny Huger Of
| South Carolina, Blankenship Of Rich
mond and Spencer Carter
Miss Julia Lee. who opened the ball.
adopted the plan that simplicity was
beauty. Her petite form was most be-
comlngy attired in creation Of white
brocade satin. with tulle trimmings; no
ornaments. She was the object Of many
compliments throughout the evening.
Miss Alice Langhorne Of Washington.
who was expected az the finals, came
only 10 the ball. She Is a most popular
young lady with the cadets.
The final german, which took place
Wednesday night, has already been
briefly noticed in The Times. Mr.. a.
J. Orme. Of Atlanta Ga. the president
led. with Miss Ellen Lee. daughter Of
Nirginia's popular Ex-Governor. Miss
Lees natural beauty and grace was never
shown 10 better advantage. She was
attired in a bewitching creation Of white.
ard carried a large bouquet Of American
Beauty roses. Mr.. Orme was assisted
by Mr.. Thomas Alsop Of Richmond,
Mr. r. s. Spilman Of Warrenton. Mr..
Benjamin Huger Of South Carolina and
Mr.. Gus. Thornton OF Georgia.
The dancers were about the same as
appeared at the ball. and the same hall |
was used. The favors were a varied as |
sortment Of fancy articles too numerous /
TO explain. but well calculated 10 please. |
Among the young ladies who appeared |
at the german for the first |
time during the finals were Misses /
Annie Leigh Camm and Gertie /
Camm. Of Richmond. They were
greatly admired throughout the evening.
Misses Kate and Annie Conrad also re-
turned from Lynchburg for the german.
Their old popularity obtained at the
and Lee finals Immediately
drew around them many friends anxious
to assure them pleasant stay here.
Captain !. A. Saunders. Of the Danville
Military Academy, was a conspicuous
figure amongst the stays.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02
THE FAIR NEXT ran.
Prospect. are Very Bright and the TOM
miftee is Encouraged

The regular monthly meeting OF 3"
executive committee OF the Virginia ~
ricultural ana Mechanical Society 1''
held yesterday at II o'clock IN me o''''
OF Colonel ". r. Wickham. Mueh i''
tine business was disposed Of.
The members present made very
couragine reports Of the prospe rs Do
their respective departments
The races are exciting a great a.-.
interest both In Virginia and Norih w. ~.
lima. a prominent horse breelef 81
written the secretary that No. VIII
an entry FOR each race as wei pr
fond of horses for exhibition. The ,.
nitfee has under consideration "a f'so-
lion offered by Mr.. Chamblin 10
effect that no vehicles be allowed y
tween the race track and the siai
stand. and that a park Doe fitted up ~
the centre OF the race course. tae
trance 10 be on the north side near iD'
Pains Paris gates.
Parties desiring a premium list can p.
cure same by dropping a postal 90 Mr
A. NJ Tyler. secretary.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02
Mr.. Montague Qualiaes-General Seth m

SrAuNToN, VA, July 1.-special.-
Hon. a. j. Montague came to town YES.
terday, and to-day, together with Colo.
mel w, Il, Craig, late district attorney
went to Harrisonburg and qualified be-
fore judge John Paul as attorney for
the Western district OF Virginia. Colonel
Craig's resignation took effect this morn
ing.
General Joseph r. Seth. Of Maryland.
is quite III at the Virginia Hotel. He
Is suffering with stomach trouble. and
yesterday his condition caused great any
lefty. He Is little better to-day. Or
x. Nj. Atkinson is attending him Cen
eral Seth is commander OF the MARYLAND
oyster fleet. and is president OF the
Eastern Shore. Maryland. railroad.
me rams continue very heavy, and
great apprehension is felt as TO the
wheat crop. which has been only partlv
harvested This grain is good, and the
yield is very fair.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02
4 SERIOUS ACCIDENT.
Mr.. John Edwards Badly Hurt-Other
DanviIle News.

DANVILLE, VA, July Especial
While on his way home in this county
this afternoon in his cart portion of
the harness broke. frightening his horse,
and threw Mr.. John Edwards out, he re-
ceiving injuries Of d serious nature-a
severe cut over his eye and several
bruises.
A few days ago George Hairston. a
well-to-do colored man, jumped from a
fiat car receiving injuries that proved to
be fatal, he having died at his home in
North Danville to-day.
Sales Of loose leaf tobacco on this mar
ket for the week ending to-day were 4O6-
253 pounds; somewhat better prices on all
grades offered prevailed
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02
He CARE HIMSELF UP.
Joseph Pribett Escaped and Then 10
turned to the Penltentlary

Joseph Pribett. in February ls2 ""
received at the penitentiary from Az
ghany county, 10 serve iye years =.
burglary. Shortly after his arrival ~
was hired out 20 Washington county az
was sent there 10 work upon me foa-s
He had been there but a short tihe 70
fore he escaped on a passenger tfaIn
Yesterday Pribett returned 10 the !,
Tertiary and gave himself into eas. $3.50,
He stated that he would have bot
here sooner. but on his way 10 iNeal i,.,s,
he was arrested for riding on
train, and spent four months IN "a"
Charlottesville.
prlbe,t ,s about sixteen years OF as''
and viii serve out the balance OF his sen.
tence. He seemed glad 10 get back p"
the penal institution.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02
Music School Exercises.

The closing exercises OF Mrs. " C..
fuckers music school took place at her
residence. 4l9 north Eighth street. on
Friday evening Owing TO The recent
afilction in Mrs. fuckers family no
public musical was given. The manner
in which the programme was rendered
reflects highly upon both teacher and
scholar, and the exercises were most
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02
An kll-Day Holiday.

In order 10 give their clerks an sh-Sa
holiday on the Atm OF July. the foho".s,
merchants have agreed 70 close Wv"
stores: r.i.
Fonrourean. Price & Co.. Breeden, 49,
lev a. Co. Kaufman & Co.. JalI'
Never G. Sons. Miller a Rhoads, Ina Ina
heimer Bros. Constable Bros. JuA
sycle a Son, Isaac sycls q Co. L.V
Davis. The Cohen Co. and wood""S
\ Lothrop.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02
Abingdon Goes Dry.

ABINGDON, VA, July Especial
Abingdon went dry by over a hundred
majority to-day. The election was or
DERBY. A full vote was polled, active
work being done by both sides. The
dries" were better organized.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02

heartily enjoyed. The scholars were IN.
tertained with refreshments. ana ln3
most pleasing exercises were thus pfo0bN'
TO a close,
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02

The Richmond Howitzers win celebrate
their thlrty-f0urth anniversary on July
4th by trin 10 Providence Fore. The
invitations have JUST been issued 20 a
limited number Of friends II the organi-
cation. They are gotten up ia 1rst-class
style and show on the first page pic
ture OF the Howitzers' medal with the
Inscription: "Cita mOrs aut yictore lacta
1883"
A special train Of the Chesapeake and
Ohio railway Will carry the Howitze.s
and their invited guests 10 the place Of
destination. II Will leoye the depot.
Seventeenth and Broad streets. at $40
A. NJ. sharp. and returning will leave
Providence Forge az $50 =. NJ. The COM
mittee who are In charge Of the arrange
ments consist OF the following gentlemen:
Lieutenant g. w MacFarlane (chairmaD).
Sergeants John 5. Eubank and r. A.
Williams; Corporals T.. l.. Parr, l.. r.
Kellam and Walter G.. Duke.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02

General James G.. Field is advertised to
speak ~ Midlothian on the afternoon OF
July 4th. II is supposed to be Third
party pow-wow.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-02

meetings in this city, beginning on the
10Th instant.