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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
A SPLENDID STEAMER.
The James River Boat Pocahontns
Launched.

F'rom our special correspondent)
WILMINGTON, DEL, April 25.-The
new steamer. "Pocahontas." Of the Nir-
gnia Navigation Company, built for the
line between Richmond and Norfolk, Va.
was successfully launched this morning
at the yards OF the Harlan & Holings-
worth Company. shipbuilders, en- the
Delaware river, this city.
The weather was beautiful, and there
was much enthusiasm, though the launch
ing was quietly and informally conducted,
1t being thought best TO reserve all fes-
tivity and entertainment till the time
when the fine new boat shall reach Nor
folk and Richmond on her maiden trip,
when the friends and patrons Of the
line will be invited TO inspect her, and he
given taste Of her hospitality. la old
Virginia.
There were present to-day Mr. Edward
T.. Barney, Of HOmewoOd, Va, the presi-
dent Of the new company; Major A. H.
Diewry, Of Westover. Va, the first vice
president Of the company: Captain James
w. McCarrick Of Norfolk, Va, second
vice-president: Colonel .. u. +. BurSwyn
OF Richmond Va. Of the directors. Mr.
Irwin Weisiger Of Richmond Va, the
agent OF the Virginia Steamboat Com
pany. which the new company succeeds;
Captain S. y. Deyo OF the steamer Ariel,
and Mr.. NJ. w. Norvell, who is private
secretary OF President Barney.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
VERY MODEST REQUEST.
FETERSBURG WANTS SLICE OF
THE AMERICAN TOBACCO co.
The Chamber OF Commerce Adopts = Reso-
luton Asking That n Branch be
Established There.

PETERSBURG. VA. April Especial
The chamber Of commerce held meeting
this afternoon for the purpose of making
an effort to get the American Tobacco
Company TO establish a branch OF their
industry in Petersburg. The following re-
solution was unanimously adopted:
Resolved. That committee of i've
members be appointed TO take steps to
induce the American Tobacco Company
10 establish n branch Of their manufac-
tory in Petersburg.
The following committee was appointed:
T. Il. Vaughan chairman. Ii. {. Hardy,
Captain l.. l.. Marks, J. T. Dalton and
II. T. Arlington.
The Bostons played their last game
Of ball here this afternoon with the Pc
tersburg Club. The latter was defeated
BY score OF is TO 2.
The Bostons Will leave here tomorrow
morning for New York city. where they
will play on Thursday.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
JACK FROs1,s DEADLY WORK.
Further Reports Show the Crops Through
out the State Ia be Badly Blighted.

ARLINGTON. VA. April 25.-Special.-
Monday morning through this entire sec
ton there was killing frost. together
with a freeze. The thermometer stood
at q and 30 degrees above zero at D
o'clock this morning. The ice is quar-
ter Of an inch thick. Reports from the
different sections are that all vegetation
is badly blighted. The fruit crop, espe-
cially apple blooms. are all killed, as
near as can be ascertained Wheat fields
are badly damaged. and all grain crops
which have been planted and coming up
are bitten down.
The peach crop and blackberry crop
was entirely destroyed by the severe
winter Just past by killing out limb and
vine. down TO the ground in many in
stances
TACOMA, VA, April 25.-Special-
Monday morning the ground was frozen.
and there was a heavy frost II is feared
the fruit crop is ruined. Some corn was
planted IN this part Of the county last
week.
BASIC CITY. VA. April 25.--Special.-
The frost Sunday night did great dam
age 10 vegetables. fruit. &C., in this sec
ton.
ORANGE, VA. April 25-Spaclll.-The
extreme cold and heavy frost have dam
aged wheat and fruit very much. our
people had rejoiced iL the prospect OF n
heavy fruit crop, but the bud Of yes
terday lies whitening in the sunshine
of TO-DAY.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
LIQUOR LICENSE REFUsED.
County Democrats VIRTUALLY Yield TO tho
Fnemy-Cumberland Affairs.

CARTERSVILLE. VA, April 5.-Spe-
ciai.-Yesterday was regular Cumberland
County Court. and large percentage
OF our citizens went up to get licenses for
the year. The good people OF this COM
munity made fight before His Honor,
Judge Dabney, against the granting OF
LIQUOR licenses in this town, and the
Judge sustained the prayer OF the good
people and refused license to W. c.
Gray & Brother. the only applicants.
Through counsel they took an appeal
10 the circuit court. and this matter will
be heard before Hon. Samuel F. Cole
man. in whom these people fully trust
10 do what is right and fair, and that
he will decide strictly in accordance with
Justice and law.
The county chairman OF the Demo-
cratic party had called meeting OF the
party TO consider the nomination Of
clerk for the county, but behold, on
reaching the courthouse. we found that
only our 0he lower district had sent
delegates TO the convention.
This giving up 10 the Republicans in
this county bespeaks no good for our
party hereafter I fear. and next fall.
when We try to elect member of the
House. we will find it hard 10 rally our
forces.
The Baptist church OF this place has
extended a call TO Rev w. c. Scott, of
Orange county. who has preached two
Sundays for them very acceDtaoly Last
Sunday he expressed his decision TO ac-
cant tina call.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26

The Royal Arcanum Of Manchester held
an interesting meeting last night in the
Masonic Temple and the occasion was
highly entertaining to the large number
In attendance. Speeches were made by
Hon. J. Taylor Ellyson, Grand Regent
Harwood Of Richmond; Vice-Grand Re-
gent Fl. c. Scott, Of Ashland; Grand
Secretary William Lovenstein. OF Rich
mond: Grand Warden Sol. Bloomberg,
and Judge John II. Ingram.
As IL the usual custom, after the cere-
monies attendant upon a visit Of the
grand officers, an elegant collation. was
served I'm the dning-room Of the Temple.
The menu comprised many Of the most
tempting dishes. and the occasion was
characterized by that social ease for
which the members OF the Manchester
CHAPTER are well known.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
How Buzzards Kill Snakes.

"I once observed" said Lamartine Glib
son. "what was to me a new and interest
inc sight-that Of a half dozen buzzards
killing a snake. II was years ago, Wheh
| lived as a boy down on a farm near
Sheboui, H., one June morning SAT
on a rail fence under walnut tree over
looking a field of growing wheat, when
| observed high in the air two or three
buzzards sailing about, just as lazy ana
DELIGHTFULLY."- smooth as one could imagine
around and around in n circle. 1t was not
long until several more arrived ana then
| counted a half dozen. They drew nearer
from over q patch OF woods, and dropped
near the ground in the next field. Here
they circled about, every now ana theh
swooping close TO the earth. ana all at
once one arose with a great black wrig-
Cling cord that ! at once imagined must
be snake. The buzzard dropped the
snake from about fifteen feet up, and then
dropped right after II and brought II up
again. | jumped from the fence and ran
across the field over near where the hat
tie. somewhat lopsidedly, was progress
ing.
The half dozen buzzards were close to-
gether, taking turn about at the snake,
carrying it aloft and then dropping IL
with a deadly thud. l thought at the
time that a snake could not stand many
ldllS ike Indl, anu 81 btdb'tN ~"
and ran near TO where IL last fell My
approach scared them away. One bird,
however made a swoop and gathered the
snake by the back, but the beak grip
was not strong enough and the serpent
fell 10 the ground. l reached there be-
fore the bird could swoop again. and stood
guard over the remains. The snake was
stunned 10 death. IL was considerably
lorna great long black snake fully five
feet In length and one and a half inches
I'm thickness. added a few blows with
my club for assurance sake and then
walked away to see II the buzzards would
return. They had assembled high into the
air, hut they were still over the spot.
circ,ilg about awaiting my departure.
l drew of and sat down by the fence.
Then they came down. One seized the
reptile and sailed away. closely followed
by the other fve. II was battle OF birds
then. and In the scrimmage the reptile
was frequently dropped. The contest con-
tinued far over the fields and out Of my
vision."-St Louis Globe-Democrat.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
Tuion Meeting Of ". C. T. L.

The union meeting OF the Woman's
Christian Temperance Union Of Richmond
and Ashland was held yesterday in the
parlors Of the Young Mems Christian
Association.
Religious services were led by Mrs.
Whitehead. assisted by Misses Iris JobsOn
and Sallie Beach and Mr.. w. r. Walker.
The reports were read, and showed
increased activity in many important de-
partments.
At the business meeting Mrs. W. II.
Peasants presided and there was a good
attendance. The unions represented were
the West End "W." Central "W." Ash
land Union, the Richmond "Y," and the
West End "Y"
Mrs. Whitehead read an essay on plan
of Work." and Mrs. Peasants closed the
meeting with prayer.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
WEST HANOVER PRESBYTERF.
The Session Opens in Charlottesville and
viii Continue All the Week.

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. April %
Special-West Hanover Presbytery con-
vened in the Presbyterian church this
evening at o'clock. The sermon was
preached by the Rev. l.. II. Slower, Of
Rapidan, the retiring moderator. The
session will probably last until Satur-
day; the morning and afternoon devoted
10 business, and the evenings TO religious
services. The bounds OF this historic
Presbytery extend from the Blue Ridge
on the west TO Goochland on the east,
and from Madison on the north TO Prince
Edward on the south. Within II are
thirty-nine churches and twenty-five min
listers.
In the oratorical contest between the
orator medalists of the jefferson and
Washington Literary societies at the Uni
versity Mr.. Martin, of the Jefferson. was
successful. The committee OF award was
Professors futile. Humphreys and r. II.
Dabney.
Invitations TO the marriage Of Miss
Daisey Fife. daughter Of Mr.. r. H. Fife,
OF this city, 10 DR.. c. w. Rhinehart OF
Salvisa. KY, have been issued, the event
70 occur May 80 in this city.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
JEWELER LYMAN ASSIGNS.
The Law and Order League to Resist the
Granting of Liquor Licenses.

NORFOLK. VA. April Especial
Robert ]. Burdette. the humorist lee
tured here tonight before a large and
brilliant audience.
r. l.. Hyman. a teweler of this city.
made an assignment to-day. Assets and
liabilities unknown. The creditors are
preferred 10 the amount of 5000.
Mr.. Fayette Jones. "A highly respected
citizen. died here tonight. aged seventy
seven years.
Captain w. Y. Johnson says your Wash
fngton correspondent is mistaken; that
he has not withdrawn from the contest
for supervising inspector OF steam vessels
for the Third district but Will be in the
field until the appointment is made.
The Law and Order League decided to-
night TO employ a lawyer to resist grant
Ing liquor licenses 10 improper persons.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
FREIGnT DETERMINATIONS.
A Meeting ofthe Wilmington Produce TX
change Held-RaiIroad Men Present.

WILMINGTON. n. c.. April ga
meeting of the Wilmington Produce Ex-
change was held to-day to discuss alleged
determinations in railroad freight rates.
The following prominent representatives
OF railroads are present by invitation:
.. V. Smith, traffic manager, and Thos.
y. Mears, freight agent Of the Seaboard
Line: W. f. Kyle, general freight and
passe1 ser agent. and Thomas c. James.
freight agent of the Cape Fear and Iad-
kin Valley railroad. T. VI. Emerson, trafhc
manager, and H. NJ. Emerson, assistant
general freight and passenger agent OF
the Atlantic Coast Line.
The meeting was very harmonious. At
ter arguments by members of the ex-
change and Messrs. Emerson. Smrh and
Kyle in behalf of railroad interests, the
chairman was instructed TO appoint
committee OF five to attend a meeting
of the Southern Railway and Steamboat
Association at Atlanta, May 9Th.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
Election Of City Councilmen.

ROANOKE. VA. April %.-specia',-
The city Democratic executive commit
contest for the position OF city council
men. a large number Of influential GU,
zens. members Of the board OF trade OF
the city. held a meeting last night ana
appointed a committee TO ask the execu-
tive committee to reconsider Its decision
respecting councilmen.
The local option election IN Saiem masls-
terial district yesterday may prove apoi
49, colonel s c. w. Hansbrough and
robert II. LOGAN. eminent attorneys say
that inasmuch as the excise board had
nassed favorably upon certain applica-
lions "a sell liquor. and said license had
been granted. that the election cannot
nullifv them. The disputes excite wide
spread interest. and will be settled IN
the courts.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26

Only a thin audience greeted Mabel
Paige and her company in the comedy
drama, Chick" at the Theatre last
evening. The plot Of the play is one OF
those tiresome impossibilities I'm which
each member Of the cast attempts to tax
the Imagination Of the inexperienced
theatre-goer with hair-breadth escapes.
would-be thrilling situations and tire
some details. Miss Paige's superiority
over the rest OF the cast Was singularly
striking. and she proved the only re-
deeming feature. Several OF the roles
were helplessly executed. some II the
actors forgot their parts, and on more
than ono occasion the game was delayed
In provoking manner
This afternoon the comedy "Musette"
will be presented as matinee, and this
evening Uncle Danl," a comedy-1rama,
will be the attraction.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
The Indian Association.

The regular monthly meeting OF the
Richmond Indian Association was held
in the parlor of the Young Mems Chris
tian Association yesterday. II was a
meeting Of much interest.
Several papers and letters were read
one from the missionary, Mr.. Brecht
describing how the Seminoles came to
remain in the wilderness Of Florida.
The ladies' are much interested, and de-
sire the cooperation Of any who are in
terested in the question. The society
meets once a month. and will he glad
TO welcome any friends OF the Indian.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26

GREENSBORO, n. C.. April 25.-Spe-
cial-Miss Fannie Priarie, Of Richmond.
Va. is visiting Miss Mamie Clendenin,
on Asheboro street.
Mr. and Mrs. l.. Lee of New York
city, who spent the winter in this city,
returned TO their home on Saturday
last.
The masons are at work laying the
foundation for the Holt monument, at
the Guilford battle-ground.
A heavy frost fell in this section yes
terday morning. but 1t is thought that
the fruit will not be hurt.
Editors Coley, of the Davie Times, OF
Mocksville, and Deal. Of the Wilkesboro
Chronicle. were here to-day
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26

waa full. The most notabl" case was
tat OF the hybrid negro who attempted
n criminal assault upon white girl oil
apparently thirteen years OF age, OK cor
louisville.
Dr. George Tenille. a central figure IN
ttia part Of the world. now turning the
goal for ninety-six years. lies confined
TO his bed at stevens Hotel.
Mrs. Or. G. II. Mason, under the charse
Of DR.. Ernest voolfolk. left Tor hi.h-
mond yesterday 10 consult with III MI
Cuirc
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
Cood TemnIars.

A regular meeting Of Trinity Lodge
Of Good Templars was held last night
and after the transaction of routine
business the following officers were
elected: Chief Templar. William II. Hans
ford: Vice-Templar Viola Cleaton; Secre-
tary II. NJ. Trlmble; Financial Secre-
tary. John MacDowell; Treasurer. Mrs.
A. ]. Pyle; Chaplain, Bransford Jeter;
Marshal. Ellis White; Guard, Green
wood: Sentinel, John Trainum; Organist,
Gussie pyle
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
The Kings Daughters.

The fourth semi-annual meeting OF the
Kings Daughters Of Virginia was held al
the Young Mems Christian Association
Yesterday afternoon at 5 o'clock. Con-
siderable interest was manifested in the
meeting. and various questions OF Inn
pOrtance were discussed.
The Sheltering Arms Hospital, ques-
ton dear to the hearts Of the King $
Daughters. was dwelt upon. and the need
OF combined aid from all the Richmond
circles heartily emphasized. After trans
acting some routine matters, the meeting
adjourned.
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II Is understood from intimate friends
If Hon. George d. Wise that me con
gresham will not be candidate lor 'he
United States Senate.
II is said by the supporters OF eN-"UY
ernor Fitzhugh Lee that his chances ioi
the Senate are rapidly improving.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26

LURAY. VA. April 25.-Special.-The
trial Of Il. T. Broyles was resumed in the
circuit court this morning. with Drs r.
j. Amiss and ID. II. Brumback called 10
the witness-stand by the court. These
doctors were In attendance upon ID. b.
Snyder after he was shot by Broyles
DR.. X. y. Page. OF Berryville. Va. was
examined this evening as "A medical ex-
pert. The case will be continued in the
morning by the introduction OF witnesses
for the defense. Of whom there are thirty
Ave
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
THE BLACKS SURRENDER
THEY YIELD TO THE ORDER, THE
Law and THE STATE.
At 1880 Their Representatives Announce
That They Had Accepted Mr.. james
A. Bryan's Proposition.

RALEIGH, n. c., April 3.-Speciai'-
The situation at James City is still IN
doubt The troops are on the ground
eamped a: the New Berne fair graunds'
across the river from James City. Gov
ernor Carr, commanderin- OF the
State Guard. is there in command. as
well as all the other officers OF the state
Guard.
special from New Berne this after
noon says the Governor went over to
James city in person to-day, and made
a speech TO the people. and notified them
that he would give them till o'clock L.
NJ. to decide. The negroes agreed to
appoint conference committee, and this
was done.
The committee proceeded over to New
Berne for conference. Upon request
Governor Carr gave them till 10 o'clock
tonight to decide upon their ultimatum.
IL is thought that a peaceful settlement
is probable by the negroes making a tenn
porary lease Of the lands
Governor Carr is moving slowly and
with elaboration, but is determined, and
declares that the law must be upheld.
later special from New Berne says
that the troops are ready to move at
=
post. The Governor visited the camp
this evening. and addressed the military.
and CONGRATULATED the State upon the
value and reliability Of the strong arm
of the executive. If the negroes persist
in not accepting amicable negotiations,
the Governor is determined TO take action
and enforce the law.
Srecials from New Berne tonight say
that the trouble has been amicably adj
iusted. Governor Carr and staff went 10
James City this morning. and were met
with demonstrations of cordial feeling.
The Governor says that he never had "A
more cordial recognition. stand was
erected for him. and profusely decorated
with flowers. He made an address. say
ing that the law must be enforced. and
he was going TO remain until the matter
was fully settled. lie urged obedience
to the law. The negroes later submitted
a proposition to Mr.. Bryan. which MIR.
BRYAN assented to- for leases. and the
result was reported to the Governor AT
10 o'clock tonight.
Later specials say the proposition has
been accepted, and the negroes agree to
the terms.
Ploodshed Avcrtcd.
NEW BERNE. y. c.. April Especial.
Not until 1890 o'clock tonight were the
apprehensions and anxiety allayed about
the James City war. when ex-Congress-
man O'Hara, representing the negro
squatters, numbering about 2.400. reported
10 Governor Carr that the whole affair
had been amicably settled by the &C
ceptance on the part of the negroes Of the
terms as offered by Mr.. James a. Bryan,
the rightful owner Of the property. This
practically averts what might have been
a serious affair. as any conflict would have
only resulted in loss Of life. The troops,
numbering about 800. will probably be
withdrawn Thursday.
For the past twenty-four hours the
marching and countermarching of the
soldiers through the streets Of this city
forciblv reminded one of the stirring
times Of war from 81 TO '65.
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Manchester School Board.

The public school board OF Manchester
held a meeting last evening, and trans
acted considerable routine business.
Superintendent Pulliam has returned to
the city. and was present at the meeting
He made a speech explaining the cause
OF the alleged dissatisfaction on the part
OF several members OF the board in re-
ference to the reports Of the superinten-
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
RaifOrd "Wets> yicforiops

RADFORD. VA, April 25.-special.-
The local option election was held In this
city yesterday. and resulted In an over
wheiming victory for license, the ''wets"
securing l76 majority OF total OF 40
votes cast. The ''wets" made the fight
on tne question OF city revenue, and the
ine,hciehcy OF the law 10 inforce local
option. The city derives n revenue %
1900 from the saloons. and rather than
1850 mat In such stringent times MANY
men. VINO oppose whisky generally, voted
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
Will Allow Them 70 Serve.

WASHINGTON, April 25.-The President
has decided not to accept the designations
Of the delegates TO the international none
tary conference. The commission will,
therefore. remain unchanged unless some
of the members decline to serve. The
conference will meet May 30th. and the
question of further postponement will
rest entirely with its members.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
For years the editor OF the Burlington

For years the editor OF the Burlington
Junction (Mo) Post has been subject TO
cramp collie or fits OF Indigestion. which
Frustrated him for several hours and
united him for business for two or
three days. For the past year he has
and Dlarrhoea Remedy. whenever oc-
casion required. and Il has Invariably
given him prompt relief. Is and 80 cent
bottles for sale by Owens Il Minor Drug
Company. LOOT east Main street.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
For an Electric Railway.

CHARLESTON. S. c.. April 25.-The
city council Of Charleston tonight by
unanimous vote granted a franchise to
the Enterprise Street Railway Company
to construct an electric railway system
throughout the city. The Enterprise rail-
road has been bought by tho Great West
ern Manufacturing Company. OF Chicago.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26

The promptness and certainty OF its
cures have made chamberlain's Cough
hemedy famous. IT is intended especially
Tor coughs, Gods. Group ana wnooping
coughs. and is the most efiectual remedy
known Tor these diseases. 20 cent bottles
Tor sale by Owens & Minor Drug Com
pany. lOW east Main street.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
Probably FataI Blow With a Hatchet.

RALEIGH, n. c., April 25.-Special.-
A special from Durham tonight says:
Last night Mac Jeans, a clerk in store
at this place. while in a house Of Ill re-
pute at Smoky Hollow. was struck on
the head with a Ratchet by John Lee and
seriously, If not fatally. injured.
Many editors OF the State passed through
here to-day en- route to New Berne, where
the North Carolina Press Association
meets in annual convention tomorrow.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
Painful Accident.

Mr.. James Fox. the contractor. whiie
supervising the demolition OF the OLD
Union Station Methodist church Monday
had a severe fan and sustained the trac-
ture OF two ribs Although his injuries
are painful, he was doing well yesterday
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-04-26
A Groryia Iynching.

ATLANTA. GA. April 25.-The Governor
to-day offered rewards for the arrest Of
the parties implicated in the recent lynch
ing and burning Of the negro murderer
In Clay county, near the Alabama line.
The negro killed Jeffe Burnett. and was
captured, shot TO death and his body
burned