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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-19

Thus has the genetic connection between
the Historical Department OF the Society
OF Alumni Of the University and the re-
yival of the Virginia Historical Society
i'm 1Si7 been completely established.
Though we had, after such mature and
protracted consideration. launched our
new department, we were not merely
Alumni of the University, but Virginians,
proud of mother whose rich and event
full history entitled her 10 the very best
organization, and one which would enlist
all her sons in illustrating her achieve
ments, maintaining her honor and glory.
and promoting her welfare, did seem to
us to be preferable. The door was thus
opened wide to the Alumni. whether of
her own institutions or of others, and 70
that large and valuable class OF nom
collegians from whose ranks might be
obtained many of the most efficient
friends and supporters of such an associ-
alton. The writer had always preferred
this broad basis OF operation.
Moreover. popular sentiment on the SUBJ
ject was very different In 1877 from what
II was in 1876. when our plan was first
propounded. The discussions. delibera-
tons, and final action 10 which we had
given expression and embodiment had
awakened a largely increased zeal and
interest that rendered the vitalization Of
the State Historical Society far more
feasible and its success much more proba-
BILE. BEN BLAKE MINOR.
Richmond Va
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-19

To the Editor of the Dispatch:
You have recently given much space
wet not a whit too much for the impor-
lance of the subject TO the welfare and
advancement of the State) to the ques-
ton of the means needed TO be taken
for the dlminution of crime In the State.
Permit me to draw the attention of your
readers TO the results attained in Eng
land by the amendment of the laws af-
fectng crime and prison discipline. The
Directors of Convict Prisons correspond
ing to our penltentiary) have just presented
to the Secretary of State for the Home
Department their report for the year
1920. From this document | quote the
following: "In the last half century scri-
Gus crime has greatly diminished. In the
five years 1853. when the population
of England and Wales was estimated at
10 257, 600, the average number or persons
sentenced on indictment TO penal servi-
tude each year was 2,5S9. In the years
1850. with a population OF H,Scl'9,
the average yearly number was $40. Du-
ring the last three years the number mas
been only 791, although the population Is
estimated at more than 29,CO,WD During
the year under review SS3 men and 81
women were received into convict pri-
sons under fresh sentences. while l0l
men and 20 women In addition had their
licenses revoked or were recommitted
TO serve out periods RENTED from their
former sentences. Both the number and
proportion OF young convicts are con-
sderably less than formerly. On March
81, 1887. there were 234 convicts under Il
out OF total OF 7.iS6, or 80 per cent.
On March 81, 1893. there were only IS out
OF total OF 1884. or only IL per cent.
On the other hand the proportion or the
oldest convicts is now higher than in
the earlier year. This tends TO show that
the convict-prison population is composed
In an increasing proportion of the incor-
rigible old criminals, and that the young
er persons are not coming forward To
keep up. the numbers OF the criminal
population"
What contrast is here afforded to
that presented by the criminal statistics
OF this country! In 1880 the murders
alone were 1861. and In 1880 this vast
number had grown to 6,792. whilst all
other crimes had increased In like pro-
portion. Here we are building 1ails and
penitentiaries every day and yet not
keeping pace with the criminals, whilst
in England they are pulling down the
tails and using the sites Tor other build
ings.
last year the great convict-prison Of
Millbank. In London. was pulled down.
and the site is now being devoted to the
purpose OF a fine art gallery for the
moral and intellectual advancement of
the people OF that great city. 1t may be
asked. How has all this been accomplish
ed? would answer, Mainly by three
reforms.
4. The introduction OF refcrmatc-
ries for young criminals. These are now
sent directly on their first conviction to
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-19
TIE RICHMOND OVERWHELMINGLY NOVEMBER =, iSsS

these reformatory schools for a certain
definite term Of years, usually from ivs
10 aeyen years. There they are Kept
from association with hardened criminals
and under good moral and religious SUI
peryIsion. are trained TO become useiui
members Of society. The prison comtnis-
sioners report shows with what reou 1919,
and certain punishment of crime
The country has all been placed under
system OF police. trained and devoted 70
the work OF detecting crime. This u tneir
sole business There are no amateur
policemen In the shape OF sherins ana
constables. When the criminal n arrested
be must be brought before a'Wnsistrate
within seven days, and no continuances
or adjournments longer than seven Gays
are permitted, and rarely for more ,han
once or twice at the most. The criminal
~ n nrima-facie case IL made out, Is then
sent for trial; II not Is discharged. III
committed he must be tried and sentenced
within three months. IL sent on LOT
capitaI offence he must be tried before
Judge OF the Supreme Court and a Jury
The Judge has power to make ali neces-
sary amendments in the Indictment which
might tend to defeat the ends or
Justice. and II this Judge and jury find
the prisoner guilty there Is no appeal
but the clemency Of the crown. lie Is
sentenced TO be hanged within fourteen
DAYS. and hanged he 10 unless such facts
are brought TO the attention OF the crown
within that time as in the opinion OF the
fudge who tried the case and the Secre-
tary of the Home Department tenn 10
show that there are doubts as TO ne
Justice Of the verdict. In such case the
Home Secretary advises the Crown TO
remit or vary the sentence. The judges
OF the Supreme Court are required 10
make the circuit OF the whole country
four times every year and to clear the
iails OF all criminals awaiting trial. This
brings speedy and certain punishment or
discharge to every one awaiting a near
ing.
3. The placing of all jails ana
prisons under the sole jurisdiction OF the
Secretary of State for the Home Depart
ment. This secures uniformity OF man
agement and economy i'm supervision.
Since this reform was introduced II has
been found possible TO close many prisons
and TO dispense with all the officers or
those prisons. The solitary system of con-
finement has been uniformly established,
and as n consequence prisoners are I'M
able TO use the jaiis as training-schools
Of crime The prisons also are absolutely
closed against ali visitors except armed
with the special authority Of the Home
Secretary. which Is difficult 10 obtain.
They are In fact living tombs, where the
criminals are made to work out their
own salvation without the cheering pres
ence OF outside visitors and the distrac-
ton Of any other thoughts than those Of
their own amendment. Why cannot we
adopt these reforms which have worked
so great work in the old country? IL
we do not we shall soon become practi-
caly a nation where every mans mana
must be against his neighbours for self
preservation. j. f. JAChSON.
Richmond Va, November Is, 1898.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-19
Cruel Man.
Texas siftings.)

wife fseverelyJ: John. you have wasted
a great deal OF money In your lie.
Husband meekly).>I know H. my 'ear'
well, don't you regret W
serhere is a certain fivc-dolar bill gave
the minister / shall never cease to regret,
my love-"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-19
Setf-Praise.

Self-praise Is no recommendation, but
there are times when one must permit
a person TO tell the truth about him
by the testimony OF others no reasonable
man will doubt his word. Now, TO say
that Alicock's Porous Plasters are the
only genuine and reliable porous plasters
made Is not self praise In the slightest
degree. They have stood the test for
over thirty years. and In proof OF their
merits II Is only necessary TO call at
tentien 10 the cures they have effected
and TO the voluntary testimonials OF
those who have used them.
Beware OF limitations and do not be
deceived by misrepresentation. Ask for
Allcocks. and let no solicitation or ex-
PLANTATION induce you to accept subsu-
tute.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-19
Xillainous.
washington starr

John" said De Broots wife. II don't
know what to do about the hired girl"
why don't you tire herr
81 have. But / can't get rid OF her
Hmm. Ill attend TO that tomorrow
morning.
"HowY'
TN get up early and show her how 10
light the fire with kerosene. Then Wen
let nature take its course"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-19

members OF the Society OF Alumni OF the
University. In and near Richmond. are re-
quesfed TO meet ut the residence of Mr..
II. II. Minor, corner OF Clay and Eighth
streets. on Monday evening, August i7th.
fss7. at $50 O'Clock. to consider the pro-
priety OF action under the revolutions or
the society adopted at their last meeting
establishing an Historical Department In
connection with the socicty,--The Execu-
tive Committee (See Richmond Wing,
August 18th and nth. 1867
That meeting was held and another on
the 21st of August; all matters between
prosecuting the Historical Department and
the revival OF the State Society. aided as
II would be by the special ana compen-
sated services OF gentleman OF Dir. Max
wells reputation. were fully discussed IN
the most liberal. candid. and courteous
MANNER. and the conclusion clearly fore
Swallowed that IL would be more advisable
TO make another experiment with an or
ganizatior for the whole state man 70
press one based upon her renowned UNI
versity.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-19
CoIonel Nufnrd Approycs.

Colonel \. s. Buford, ex-president OF
the society. and president of the Board
of Worlds Fair Managers for Virginia
said he thought the Dispatches idea was
a frst-rate one provided a selected ex-
hibit could be secured. When asked what
could be secured for such an exhibit nom
the Virginia exhibit at Chicago. he SAD
II was impossible to tell, as Or. Apperson
had distributed number Of the specimens
to avoid the expense of packing and snip
ping them back to Virginia.
Governor Mckinney also declared him
clared himself to be heartily In favor OF
this scheme, which. he thinks, If carried
out properly will result in great good
10 the State.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-19

Tho Hon William G.. Rives was re-
oucsted to deliver an address at their
tirst meeting in Richmond, and COM
rnittee appointed 10 obtain his acceptance
The following distinguished gentlemen
were elected honorary members: Presi-
dent Thomas Il. Dew. Judge Beverly
trucker, Rev. DR.. II. Rnffner. President
I.andon c. Garland, Rev Dr. Sparrow
Colonel Francis III. Smith, and Hon.
James Mcdowell. These names are given
(and others viii boz because of the large
number OF persons now living who VIII
be interested In them.
ra,e treasurer was directed TO place $50
10 the credit Of the department so that
everything was fully ready for the execu-
tive committee 20 ''set the ball in mo-
ton ON the second Wednesday in January
ensuing.
II has been seen that Mr.. Maxwell was
tbs corresponding secretary and Mr.. Con-
way Robinson one or the executive COM
mittee. The former desired the revival OF
the State society. and proposed TO give
Il his time and his influence for reason
able compensation. The writer's feelings
toward him were entirely friendly and
defercntial: but he preferred 10 make his
views and wishes known through Mr..
Robinson. than whom, however. he could
not have selected better channel. for
with Mr.. Robinson the writer's relations
were OF the moot intimate and pleasant
character. and he knew all about that
Historical Department through all Its
stages after It's inception. The result OF the
discussions and negotiations with Messrs
Robinson, Myers, ellis. and other menu
bers OF the Executive Committee, was
that the said committee issued the follow
s,y notice: university Of Virginia: Ths
The herald., 1893-10-08

exceeds the immigration. During August
there was decrease of 4000 in the num-
Der OF immigrants from that of August.
1892. The other day the steamer Bur-
gundia arrived in New York with one
immigrant on board, while the Spree
sailed on the same day with 500 steersge
passengers. On September Sd vessel
arrived at that port with 200 Italians.
"Hsrd times" consequent on the finan-
cial situation here, has become known
throughout Europe.
During the year the brewers gained 20
new unions and 2760 members, making
total mem bership OF 10000.
Theatrical employees in the United
States are going to strike on every
travelling troupe that hires non-union
help.
Reports from all over the United
States in shipping circles show that ship
ping is very dull. This is especially
true of this coast.
The carpenters union will give an
other one of it's interesting open meet
ings next Thursday evening, October
18th, at Council of Labor hall. All nom
union carpenters and other organiza-
tions invited.
The herald., 1893-10-08
MRS. CHANTS LECTURE.

A Noted EnGiishwomsn ON London
Mrs. Laura Ormiston Chant, the noted
Enelishwomsn lecturer. preacher, poet
and pbilanthropist, spoke last evening
at the Church Of the Unity before q
small but attentive audience, on
Glympses of Social Life in London,
under the auspices OF the Friday Morn
ing club.
1t is unfortunate that larger attend
ance was not present to hear this noted
lady, as no more eimple or pleasing talk
er has appeared before a Los Angeles
public. She carried her hearers through
her subject with the deepest interest,
speaking OF the social conditions OF that
great city with knowledge that she
only possesses, her remarks bristling
with lively anecdote after anecdote.
Mrs. Chant speaks with that ease that
is 30 delightful TO listen to, without
notes and with grace that made her
audience follow her with the closest at
tention and an enthusiasm that gave
vent to repeated applause.
Her serious points were graced with
such vivid description OF her work in
thhb eIout city iuab nho uu uouut viii
take with her on her homeward trip
that satisfaction one interested in a
great labor OF love go richly deserves as
ehe-sYmpathy and God speed in her
efforts.
Mrs. Charet will occupy DIR. Thorn
sons pulpit this morning. preaching on
the Prodigal Son. and the large congre-
cation that will be present will no doubt
wish that she can be heard in Los An
geies again before leaving the state.
The herald., 1893-10-08
FOR FLAVOR AND PURITY
Drink the Celebrated Maier s. z sbeiein

Drink the Celebrated Maier 3 z +beiein
Beer.
An enormous quantity OF beer is drunk
in Los Angeles and vicinity, and it is a
pleasant thing to note that the we'll
known and favorite beverage manuiac-
tured by the Philadelphia brewery OF
this city has the cali over all others, and
is fast increasing in popularity. 1t is
pure, nutritious and healthy, and it
never fails to meet the appreciation OF
the thousands of people who psrtake of
it. Try the splendid lager beer brewed
by Maier & Zobelein, and you will
always have kind word for its excsi-
lence in every particular.
The herald., 1893-10-08
Anralann Heights.

On Saturday, October 2lst, there will
be great auction sale of lots on An
geleno Heights under the direction of
the well-known firm of Easton, Ed
ridge & Co., who will open permanent
offices at l2l South Broadway, with j.
L. Ballard as general manager. One
hundred and fifty homs lots viii be dis
posed of on the day mentioned, and it
will be rare opportunity Tor home
seekers and investors.
The herald., 1893-10-08
Herr Arnold Kutner,

Lizzie Kimball. Lulu Pieper, Mrs. J.
&. Scarborough, Frank w. Wallace.
jos. F. Nuelle, soloists; Miss Helen
Widney, pianist, at Simpson tabernacle
tonight. A fine musical programme
will be rendered. One thousand extra
chairs have been provided. Doors will
be opened at 6 40. Admission fres.
The herald., 1893-10-08
Natick House,

Popular prices, central location, good
service. Only hotel running it's own free
bus to and from depots. Day rates,
$l.25, $3.50 and So; meals, 25 cents.
Corner Main and First streets, entrance
on First street. II. A. Hart & Sons,
proprietors.
The herald., 1893-10-08
All mem bers Of Los Angeles Tent No.

All mem bers of Los Angeles Tent No.
2, Knights of the Maccabees oil The
World, are notified to meet at the tent,
1251s South Spring street, Sunday, Oc'
soner lopez 9. .hs e. o ~ s
ceased brother, Sir knight j. Al. Lash
brooke.
All members of other tents are invited
to join with US. S:HEEMAN SMITH,
Sir knight Com.
W. w. EvERRETT,
Sir knight Record Keeper.
The herald., 1893-10-08
when Nntnre'

Needs ssis.ance, it may be best to rem
terit promptly, but one should remem-
Der TO use even the most perfect rem
edies only vixen needed. The best and
most simple and gentle remedy is the
Syrup of Fige. manufactured by the
California Fig Syrup Co.
The herald., 1893-10-08
wcstiake stables.

New stock. new rigs, new owner /;
everything frst-cass in the livery line.
Special attention given to boarders. A
few standard. bred tillies for sale, cheap.
Call at Westlake stables, 1922 West
Seventh street. Telephone 654.
The herald., 1893-10-08

For good table wine, order our Sonoms
Zinfandel at SOC per gal. I. Vache & Co.,
cor. Commercial and Alameda. Tel. 209.
The herald., 1893-10-08
Sis RaWard.

Off & Vaughn. druggists, corner
Fourth and Spring streets. are author
lied to refund the above in any case that
single bottle of Smiths Dandruff
Pomade fails to cure. Never known to
fail. Try it,
The herald., 1893-10-08
Mount Lowe Railway.

Four trains today. Seventy five
cents to Rubio cafion. Grand mountain
trip; beautiful scenery good hotels and
eAta- Saa figna naxd-
The herald., 1893-10-08

Thirty dollars allowed for old Davis
sewing machines. Drop postal card to
128 South Main street.
The herald., 1893-10-08
All the Nobby Styles

In Ladies' Hats just to hand. They are beau
ties. Just too lovely for anything. See then
atonce at Mrs c. Dosch's, 235 S. Spring st.
The herald., 1893-10-08

Constipation, biliousness and headache,
cleanses the system, stimulates the liver and
kidneys, makes new blood Entirely vegeta-
BILE. Sample free. H. NJ. SALE & sON, agents,
220 South Spring street.
The herald., 1893-10-08

Howry & Bresee. Broadway under
takers. Independent of the trust"
The herald., 1893-10-08
HOW DoIjphtful to Dine

HOW DoIIBHtIuI TO DIn6
At a neat and perfectly clean dining
psrlor. Then 60 to The Library, 246
South Broadway. Hot dinner from
noon till 5 p. m.
The herald., 1893-10-08
A. B. Chairman

Sells the Glenwood ranges and Richmond
ranges, the two best stoves in America. House
hold goods specially. Ala S. Spring st.
The herald., 1893-10-08
You Need q Truss

Magazines, etc. Book Exchange, cor Second
and Main streets.
The herald., 1893-10-08
The Only Keeley Institute
New and Old Books,

In Southern California is at Riverside. The
Los Angeles ofice is at rooms "a and e5, New
Wilson block.
The herald., 1893-10-08

Fire Insurance Rates Reduced.
Independent OF the s'compact." See Basker-
vile, 2lS North Main (Lanfranco building)
and Rave money
The herald., 1893-10-08

DIR. ID. S. Diffenbscher, Dentist,
hsea<.A Rnrsse, rtnast, reasss 4 ard a.
The herald., 1893-10-08

Special praise service and sacred con-
cert, Simpson tabernacle, tonight.
The herald., 1893-10-08

II You Need Truss
Call at Beckwith's pharmacy, 3o3 North Main
A 1T guaranteed,
The herald., 1893-10-08
East India Herb Tea Cures

Londonderry Water, Woollacott, ag't.
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1893-08-23
CASH FOR BONDS.

johnson of Ohio Introduces His In.
terconvertible Bond Bill.
WASHINGTON. Aug. 2y-The house
passed the senate bill in aid of the Cali
fornia midwinter exposition. Mr..
johnson of Ohio introduced his inter-
convertible bond bill and had it re-
ferred to the banking and currency
committee with leave to report at any
time after the silver debate. The bill
provides:
THAT any holder of bonds of the
United States may, after the passage of
this act, deposit such bonds at the
treasury of the United States, or at the
Offices of any assistant treasurer of the
United States, and receive therefor
their face value in treasury notes of
the United States, as described in the
act of July IA, 1890. Such bonds may
be held as special deposit to the credit
of the party deposi,ing them, and dur
ing the time they are SO held shall draw
no interest and shall be returned on the
order of the party depositing them, on
tho payment of their face value in
United States currency"
The other sections authorize the SET
rotary of the treasury to make such
regulations as are necessary to carry
the foregoing into effect and repeal all
laws inconsistent with the provisions
Of the first section.
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1893-08-23
IN THE HOUSE.
Speeches on the Silver Question DC.
cupy the Day.

Speeches on the Silver Question Oc-
cupy the Day.
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23-The interest
in the silver debate was transferred
from the house to the senate. but the
audience in the former parliamentary
body was not entirely disappointed, al
though Mr.. Breckenridge of Kentucky,
who was expected to open the debate
did not appear. Mr.. Mallory Oem.,
Fla was the first speaker against the
unconditional repeal of the Sherman
law. Mr.. Hopkins Rep., Ills. )took the
other side. incidentally charging the
Democrats with partisanship. The
new Populist from Nevada (Newlands)
made 2 good impression in his speech,
which was a vigorous one in support
of the free coinage of silver. Mr.. By
mum Dem, Ind.) made short but in
cisive argument in favor of tho Wilson
bill. The surprise of the day was the
speech of Mr.. Hepburn Rep.. LAY. who
was controller of the treasury under
the Harrison administration. He disa-
greed with his party colleagues and en-
phatically declared against the repeal
of the Sherman law. Mr.. Jones Dem.,
Va.) closed the days debate with an ar
gument in favor of bimetalism. At the
evening session other speeches were de-
livered pro and con.
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1893-08-23
THREATEN TO STRIKE.
Employees Of the st. Paul Road
Will Resist a Proposed Cut
in Wages.
If the Company Insists on the
Reduction a Walkout Will
Follow.

MILWAUKEE, Aug. 2S-According to
the statement of some Of the trainmen
Of the St. Paul road trouble is certain
to follow the reduction Of ~ per cent
in the wages of the men. which has
been announced would take place. 1t
is stated that at the conference last
week the men stated emphatically that
they would accept no reduction. 1t is
said that General Manager EARRING
will come to Milwaukee again this
week and that another conference will
be held. A fireman on the St. Paul
road states that the men are preparing
to make vigorous resistance against
the proposed reduction. He says they
have appointed an inner circle commit
tee, which has charge Of the whole
matter, and that if reduction is made
there will be general strike all along
the St. Paul lines. He asserts that the
men on other roads will stand by the
st. Paul men and in case of a strike
they will refuse to handle freight.