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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
BRISTOL STRONG FOR O'FERRALL.
Her Delegates Instructed to Vote for Him
from Ftrst to Last.
fSpecial telegram 70 the Dispatch.l

Especial telegram 10 the Dispatch.l
BRISTOL, VA, June 21.-A mass-meeting COM
posed OF the leading Democrats Of this city was
held in the Mayors ofice tonight and elected
delegates and alternates to the State convention
at Richmond August 18th, as follows: Dele
gates-Judge w. +. Rhea, State-Senator Ii. e..
Peters, Colonel A. Fulkers0n, Commemorative
Attorney W. ). Hamilton, Mayor w. A. RAIDER,
aud Hon. L. 8. Kendrick Alternates-City- Irea-
surer J. l.. C. Smith. II. II. Winston, Jr., W. C..
Darlington, Captain A. :. McNoil. w. NJ. Pitzer,
and A. II. Blanchard. The following resolution
was unanimously adopted:
UNQUALIFIED CHOICE.
Recognizing the conspicuous ability OF Hon.
Charles 7. O'Ferrall, and remembering with
prite and gratitude bis services 10 the Denocra-
cy OF the state and nation, and especially his
great services 20 the Democrats OF almost every
county in Southwest VirgiIia during the trying
times Of 1SS3IS4'So, and in almost every can
vass since, leaving hts own congressional can
vases and deyotDg his time and talent TO our
relief, we now declare him to be our unqualified
choice for Governor and the delegates and alter
mates chosen by this convention are instructed
TO vote for his nomination az long as his name
shall be before the State convention.
Big Stone Gap Solid for Tyler.
Especial Telegram to the Dispatch.l
BIG STONE GAP, Va, Juno 2l.-The Big Stone
Gap delegation will vote as a unit for j. Hoge
Tyler in the gubernatofial convention. The
delegates are Messrs Mathews, Maynor, Addi-
son, and Palmer.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
Russian Church Catastrophe.

fBy Angio-Amerlcan caoio 70 'ho D''Pi
ST. PETERSBURG, June 2l.-While the sncieh'
Church Of Romano. at Borisoglobsk, on tho Noisa.
was crowded with pilgrims panic was caused
NV a faise alarm OF IRE which had been raised py
thieves IN order TO facilitate their operatiVns.
When the nfemen arrived thoy found the ooor
locked. breaking u IN they witnesse1 ,ess -
tni s,ght In A mad rush for the exits buncreis
had been Knocked down and tramplsd upon'
while others had been suffoca.ed by the prcs-
sure OF tho great throng OF terror-stricsen pc,
xs,s taken from tho church. The total NUMBER
Of victims is larger, several other persons had
haen kilIod aud twenty fatally injured by leap
log from windows thirty feet from tho gfouno'
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
t.s-.NGToN NEWS NOTES.
.it i-l..r, Into the Ford's-Thcatre Dis
astcr-Other Items.

esraph 20 The Dispatch-l
... june 2l-It has been practi-
i4ai the army court OF inquiry
tle lJfds Theatre disaster Will
a'."r the grand jury has acted on
Rod Alusworth. The grand jury
aud BE- lkcly 10 take up the
AA-worib, DaDt, Covert, ana
~o Tar 40 the action OF the
l..flei, 10 has been determined
ia audings (and there - llttie
... l-. Aiusworih will be indisted)
t.s case shall not 10 prejudlced
f-.u duty or by any other action
F.a.e ~ the War Department.
tie euOrmOus pressure brought
t,- Department Ot state nearly
r luod States cOnsuls abroad
seI. Ihero are about 300 con-
.r.... tIi owing % the small COIN
.ri % number Of the places
~ % securing competent persons
t' accept them, the number OF
suats. paying not less tran
.Iu, does not eHceed 25O, and OF
.->r-lrtary-Oi-Sta.e Quincy has
.p 10 June 18th IN olgbty-three.
.slsru, who whs detached from
O' tine United states steamer
re-u'. Z delay In getting his ship
r.l .ssi May aud Oi communicating
.- .l4-i iaH.ead Of with the Secro-
.- hc Navy Department to-day.
Aierycw with Secretary Her
ned o. hs explanation, and then,
lIuls.erInr exact justice. Inform
f.Iu-lu tust be was at liberty 70
t-r stziement Oh his case or couid
- inquiry. The officer has as
t-i1ure.
.3 o' ordnance, War Department.
'' use an lll6-incb standard steei-
a-mOr-piercing proicctiies-
af i,rocft has decided 10 change tne
e,s Oi the receiving ships Wsbahn
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
MIR. Rnyborn's Sweet Wedding.
fenecial telegram 10 the Dispatch.l
ho' u"""S'
rSnaciat teieUram In tho Dispatch. I

ISpeClHI ttIoBrHIH 70 tHo DIrPatVH'I
BLACKSTONE, VA, June 21.-Ihis evening at
$50 o'clock, at the Methodist Episcopal church,
Mr.. W. H. Crale, q wealthy young farmer OF
this county, was married 10 Miss Saiie Fletcher
Hardaway, the accom- plshod daughter OF Mr.. j.
:. Hardaway. The ceremony was performed
by Rev Theo. Epes, assisted by Rev. Il. b.
Blankenship. Miss Cora Ii. Adams presided at
the organ.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
-dicai Ofioiais Dropped.

JOY le4esfapn 70 'he DisOatch.l
fN. D, c.. June 2L-Upon tue recom-
20 Commissioner Locbrou, of the
. secretary Smith to-day dropped
- the Peusion-O o nice the nantes OF
a- special examiners now In the neio,
a. iLeir Ons-year appointment having
A. - tue special examiners dropped
q '+. ans. and Of the pinety special eh-
Il, '.A retained on the rolls sixty are Re
r.. '' -uf thirty Democrats. Those whose
j. 'ir dispensed with are regarded as be-
~ -i--age IN efficiency.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
Earthquake shock at Newbernes

NEwBFRNR, n. G.. Juno 2I.-Several persons
here felt the shock Of an EARTHQUAKE last night
about / | o'clock. IL was not severe, but num-
her Of persons who were up and awake deciAfe
n 10 have been very perccptible and similar in
effect 10 the one of memorable occurrence somo
years ago at Charleston, s. G.
THE SHOCK FELT AT WINSTON.
Especial telegram 70 the Disoatch.I
WINSTON, ". C., June 2I.--An earthquake
shock Was felt hero last night between the hours
of IL and l. o'clock. No damage was done'
SHOCK FyLT AT CHARLOTTE.
Especial telegram 70 tho Dispstchl
CHARLOTTE n. C., June 21.-A distinct shock
of earthquake was felt hero last night at SIX
minutes after IL O'Clock. No damage was done
beyond the alarm 10 our citizens.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
Mecca's Fearful scourge.

TBy Anglo American cable 70 the Dispatcn.l
LONDON, June cl.-The cholera reports from
Mecca show that from Juno 10Th 70 Juao SOtn
ss0 deaths from cholera occurred In that city.
CHOLERA n FRANCE.
PANS. June 2I.-The municipal authorities at
Nontpeller, tho capital OF the Department OF
U.ranlt. have voted $4,000 francs for the pur-
pose OF building wooden lazarettos Tor cholera
me deaths from the choioraic disease prcvailing
there average three daily. Many children nave
been attacked by the disease.
DECREASING IN RUSSIA.
ST. PETERSBURG. June 2l.--Choiera ~ 40
creaslng rapidly throughout Russia. In bessS-
.ionai death and lew fresh cases are now TO
ported.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
VICTIMS OF ACCIDENT ROBBED.
Even the Dead Body of One of Them Pur-
loined.

BROOKLYN, June 21.-It would appear from
oil that can be learned that some OF the victims
OF yesterdays race-train accident we're robbed.
In fact, one body has entirely ydisappeared-that
of Judge Ouimby. of Utica who had $4,000 in
his possession. The Coroner Is trying to md tho
body William Is. Hutchinson. who was killed,
had several thousand dollars tied up In hand
kerchiof. When his body reached the morgue
only sI25 and a gold watch were found.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
CAROLINA KNIGHTS OF PYTHlAs.
Meeting of the Grand Lodge OF the State
Prosperity of the Order.

Especial telegram TO the Dispatch.I
GREENSBORO, n. G., June 21.-The Grand
Lodge OF Knights Of Pythias met In annual ses-
sion here to-day. Grand-Chancellor Charles ID.
Benbow made the report fer the year, which
showed prosperity and increase in membership
OF the order The Grand Lodge was welcomed
by j. j. Thornton in a short but elegant speech.
lie was followed by Mr. Charles Cook. Grand
Chancellor Benbow introduced w. Al. Blackwell,
supreme chancellor Of the world, who will make
an address during the session.
ANNUAL REPORTS.
The annual reports OF all the officers OF tho
Grand Lodge were submitted and referred TO
usual committees. There are nfty-two lodges
In the stste. Every lodge except two Is repre-
ssnted This promises TO be one Of the most in-
tercstng sessions ever held In North Carolina.
Ii is the FIRST time the Supreme Chancolor mas
honored the Jurisdiction Of North Carolina with
his presence.
DEDICATION.
To night the dedication Of Greensboro's new
Knights OF Pythias hall takes place. The ses-
sion Of the convention continues tomorrow.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
Baseball Mt Rocky Mount.

correspondence Of the Richmond Dlspstch.l
ROCKY MOUNT, n. c., June 21.-Tnesday alter.
noon at 2 O'Clock the kinston and ROCKY Mount
hase-bau clubs played match game at the
fair-erounds here before q large audience.
Score, 23 TO 2 IN favor OF Rocky Mount.
This morning at 10 O'Clock the second game
was played resulting 10 the visitors being snut
ont ihis afternoon Kinston plays Wilson on
the latter's grounds. -,
Mr.. Astor Baichelor and sister, Miss lda, OF
Nashyille are visiting friends 10 town.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
Savings Bank Assignment.

PORTSMOUTH, ONO, June 21.--The Citizens
Savings Bank assigned to-day to A \. Holcome D
rhis stsp necessary. The liabilities are some
thing over 100000 and the assets over e400,-
600. Runs more or less serious arc also being
made on the other banks-vif., the Portsmouth
National farmars' National, and First Ma
tional-and they arc taking advantage OF tho
~ DER cent limit Tho Little kanawha Lumber
Mills are In the hands OF q receiver. The failure
OF the Citizens Bank viii eubarraas SOME OF
the n manufacturers here.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
rxuosision-B -Bustness simpl3hcat'on.
.,.o,~.~.,,t. a., tbe nspatch.l

c,,,.on J,,spf thereafter Colonel Davis win
=. s,rc..tor- general OF the World Fall 10 fact as
~siI "A In nsine. The local directory ~ its
meeting to-day in. the Rand -ncNaiy, puia,ns ,s,s
awarded 10 Colonel Davis the iuIl po"vs wa,ns y. 10
nos Sson. and Will also elect Diroctor-ot- y olAs
Enrnban a. Colonel Dayis's executive enleei'
THIS action win greatly simplify matters o. pus'-
ua<s In detail
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
FOUND DEAD In BED.
SENATOR STANFORD PASSES AWAY
At HIS FAMOUS SrOCk-FARM.
He Had Been Some Time linden Treat
mont for Apopiexy. bus Seemed
Perfectly Welt Tuesday.
rBy telegraph to the Disposch.l ]

tBy telegraph TO the Dispotch.I
WASHINGTON. d. G, June 2I.-The Sergeant
at-Arrns OF the senate has been advised that
Senator stanford, Of California. died at O'Clock
this morning.
IN rALc ALTO.
SAN Francisco, CAL, June e2l.-Counrmation
Of tho death OF Senator Leland stanford has
been received. He died at his home, In Palo
Alto.
SEEMED PERFECTLY WELL TUESDAY.
MENLo PARK, CAL, June 2l.-Governor STAN
ford was in the best Of spirits yesterday. lie
took drive around his stock farm and seemed
as well a. ever. He retired shortly after 10
o'clock and about midnight his valet, going Into
the Governors bedroom, discovered thai he was
dead.
HE HAD APopLgxY.
It has been evident for some time that Senator
Stanford's demise was question OF but a short
time. His symptoms were apoplectic aud his
weight was increasing alarmingly. There was
a stiffness about bis limbs th.t made locoino-
ton an exceedingly difficult task. HIS
body was fast becoming too heavy for his
limbs to support lie could take only the slight
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
DROWNED IN A QUARRY POOL.
Young Beckwith In Trying to Get His Hat
Loses HIS kife.

Especial telegram to tho Dispatch.l
PETERSBURG, VA, June 2l.-Hugh Beckwith,
aged IA years, the only son OF Mr.. 2. Il. Beck
with, secretary Of the state Board OF Pharmacy.
was drowned In pool OF water near Granite
Grove, In Dineiddie county, this afternoon.
Young Beckwith. with other friends about the
same age, went out to Granite Grove TO spend
the afternoon. While playing near this place
his hat blew on hts head and went into the
water. and he was attempting 10 get his
hat, when he lost his balance and fell into the
water and was drowned before assistance could
reach him. His body was recovered aud brought
10 his fathers home. in this city, tonight. The
pool Of water in which no was drowned was on
the property OF the Petersburg Grantis-Quarry-
ing Company and was formed by an excavation
OF granite, which had subsequently, bcen filled
by water.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
vanderbilt's Game Preservs.

AsuEvnLE, N. c.. Juno 21.-George W. van-
derbilt has lust concluded the purchase OF Io..
oof, acres OF land In the "Pink-Bed" section OF
Henderson, and Transylvsnis counties, North
Carolina. Tho purpose OF the purchaser Is 70
make one OF tho hnest game preserves In the
world. dame-keepons are already IN cnaree on
,sa uropel " and every farmhouse on the estate
NAG bean torn down. Tho property u only sfow
miles from the Vanderbilt residence here.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
appointment. BY the President.

y I'IogTtph 70 the Disphtch.I
t.'.i'.ioN, ID. C., June 2i.-The President
re- n-le no following appointments
A. ''s D. Howry, o. Mississippi, 70 be ASSIST
b. ..-'.,tney y-1eOeTai, rfes Leonard w. Colby,
u. .'liA II. kidgeley, OF Kentucky. 70 DO
~ Geneva, Switzerland.
4 - ''Ionsld, Of Massachusetts,, 70 be Con-
SAliA.vl. Canada
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
A Card.

In calling attention TO our celebrates
Roller-Tray, which Is the most convenient
and strongest trunk made and when 10
made in every way superior to all other
trunks. We beg to say that we warrant 70
the best and that we will do any necessary
repairs to them free of charge.
Very respectfully.
Ii. W. RoUsTREE 4 BRorHEn,
Richmond. Va.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
fotOmao-Rivsr Regatta.

"a ny telegraph 70 tho Dlspstch.]
-. iiAof0S, ID. C., June 2i.-keprescnts-
4. ioA tbs Coiambis Athletic and the Poto-
-. -9 AtalostsD boat clubs, forming the Joint
49, iLg fOIona liver regatta. have decided
a. '.sr regatta hero on september 9th. la
4. sepioinbef 10th, 40 originally given
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22

went into tho garden OF his house. tied
the gun 20 fence, attached o string 10 the uig-
gcr, fastened hts foot In tho string. and leaning
over 90 that his head touched the muzzle OF the
gun, gave tho string q jerk and died instantly.
bis brains being blown out He was o. years
old. single man, and very widely known In tnc
county.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
Mantels. Crates. and Thing. IN various
styles and low prices. at
Jons BowERs's. Governor street.
For Corrugated Iron In largo or smaA
quantities call on or phone 700.
THOMAS N. KEspLEn,
Galvanized Iron Works,
west Broad street.

AyGosrrRA BIrrgRs DO not only Distinguish
themselves by their favor and aromatic odor
above all others generally used' Dos tney arc
also sure prevenlivefor all diseases originating
from the digestive organs Beware % coansse.
feit, ASH for the genuine article, Manufactured
By DR.. J. q. b. siegert & Sons.
:
We have nns OF Ladies' vicf Kid Shoes IN
sizes, in opera and common-senss. that Ne sre
making run on. Former price 81, ycur choaoe
now for %. Try Us on Kangaroo and rsnA
sHunAx q BowLEs, 10l east Broad street.
NAlARfA cured and eradicased nom tho syes
TEN By Browns Iron Bitsers. which cnrschce ~
blood, tones the nerves. aids digestion. Aess
IKE charm on persons In general VI heaisns
giving new energy and strength
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
AUCTION SALES TO-DAY.

SUTTON . CO., r. N.. uussess' sale Of no NJ
on NarShali between Tnirty.secon0 ekn
ings thereon.
N. W. RowB and K A. cATLIN. q z. -, 50
lots on Hermitage svsone wsse Leaoos end
other streets. ~ ,f
Il d. CHAPLIN d CO.. 81 r. ~. eonuimlDa>
err sAls ol ssoae and dwoulnk ~ 1von1ys
nrse and MaEsbali stTeeeA
I q JOHNSON, 1Oj4 4. -. ho1sAhoo1 toyn1s
taFs. carpets mattins. ~ E
oRoR0g W. MAYO> l0]k = r., nsuoa0 0n211ms
Aitsyss issa saiss see6oek Gl6sst y
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22

junior and senior singles, junior and senior
ioors, senior four-oarcd Gigs and junior and In
ternediate etghts. All races will be three quar-
sers ot mile and return, except the eigh,-oarcd
race, which will be ono mile and half, straight
away. The rules and definitions OF the National
association OF Amateur Oarsmcn will govern the
Potomac-river regatta.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22

rxspxaicE, Nd. Juue 2i.-Frsnk bowman,
~ s.s@Ss nssd vim charge from . shotgun last
nsshf HIe suicids vas the result Of de-
spSndsncy ever Ms dissipstsd condition Ne
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
The President Receives.

WASHINGTON, June 21.--The presiden, CANA
In from hts country-seat about 8 O'Clock thts
morning. snt even tbon quite a number OF call
era awaited his arrival During the day no ac-
corded interviews 20 ak senators and twenty
congressman. Tho hot weather does not aeero
70 have any effect in diminishing the number OF
his offlcial visitors.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22

Especial telegram 70 the Dlspstch.l
NORFOLK, VA, June 21.-A negro man name
Ed Brown in attempting 10 cross In frcnt OF q
Norfolk aud Western train tonight was run
over BY the engine and had his left leg cut on.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
Death of a Young Lady.


FRRDEgIcKsBuRG, VA, June 21.-Miss Annie
Groom, o well-known and popular young lady
and for some time an employeain the silk-fac-
tory, died at her residence here this evening In
the ism year of her age Of tumor on the brain.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
DEATH OF A CHILD.

ROANOKE. Va. June 2l.-Alice ". the
infant daughter OF DR.. jefferson Kinney,
OF this city, a prominent and widely-known
specialist throughout the State. died this morn-
ing o. O'Clock after an illness OF ten days T;
aged 10 months. Tho remains were taken TO
staunton, Va, tonight, and will be buried
Thursday evening in the family burying-ground.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
Feur studsats Drownsd.
fBy telegraph 70 the Dispatch. !

MONTREAL, June 2l.-Four stpdsnu-Edvard
Kelly, J. N. Ciautier, Edward Riyerd, and Co.
bee, to-day By me upessting Of tbetE boaS while
the5 were snjoytng 3 epleesuseyid&
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
Roauvke's Financial stand.

ROANOKE, Va, June 21.-The Roanoke Bank
ers' Association adopted resolutions to-day
fayoring repeal OF tho Sherman act and eulo-
gizing the administration for its attitude In en-
deavoring to maintain the parity between gold
nd silver
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
Cslifornis Bssks sa'psnd.

Los AxosLEs, CAL, June 2l:-Ths scosnS.n ,na
esliforniA National bAnk ene tec -. or.ss~
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
CAROLINA LIOUoR-DEALERs.
Oficcrs and Directors Eiectcd-The Asso'
cintion Nom Political.

Especial telegram 10 tho Dispatch.l
RALEIGH. N. c., June 2a.-The Liquor-Dealers'
Association to-day elected the following officers
Sol Bear, Wilmington, n. c.. president; ID. I.
Johuson secretary. Following 10 tho board ::
Mcdonald Fayetteville; Newcombe. Greens
boro': Lowenstein, Statssville; Fields, Kinston !;
Peasants Durham, and Arnold, Charlotte.
Tho president, in accepting, disclaimed any
political feeling. Charlotte was selected as the
noxt place OF meeting. The time 10 TO be Sc
nv tho hoard.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
CAROLINA FUNERAL DIRECTORS.
Annual Meeting of tho Association a'
Charlot.e-Address of Welcome.

Especial telegram to the Dispstch.l
CHARLOTTE, N. c., June 21.-The North Caro-
lima Funeral Directors Association arc here to
attend the annual meeting. Tho session was
opened 10 the City Hall this morning ty Rev.
John II. Boyd. Mr.. Carey Dowd delivered the
address of welcome and he was responded 10 by
MIR. j. X. Parker. president Of the association
This afternoon lecture was delivered by Pro-
fessor Sullivan.
DIRECTOR CHRISTIAN TO LECTURE
Tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock Mr.. l.. Il.
Christian. Of Richmond. Va, Will deliver q iec-
ture and the public Is invited TO attend.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
MEDALS AWARDED.
HYMEN'S BUSY DAYS IN JUNE.
Tho Bryant-Oldfield Nuptials Celebrated
at st. Paul's, Norfolk.
Especial telegram to the Dispatch. !

Special telegram to the Dspatch.l
NORFOLK, va, June 21.-1ho nuptials OF Ed
ward Bryant, Of ST. Leonards-on-the-Sea. Eng
land. and Miss Myrs Oldneld, tho highly-accom-
plshed daughter Of tho late Judge George Old
feld, Of this city, wero celebrated at 81. Paul 5
church this afternoon Rev. Beverly d. Tucker
oniciating. Mr.. and Mrs. Bryant sailed for New
York and England tonight.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22

Gas. and Electric Chandeliers and
Globes. New designs and low prices.
JOHN BowERs.
No. 7 Governor street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-06-22
A. G. NJ. COLLEGE EXERCISES.
Mr.. Montague Addresses tho Literary So
cteties-MedaIs Awarded.

Ispecfal telegram 10 the DispaIcn.I
BLAcKsBURG, Va, juno 2l.-On Tuesday
morning at IL O'Clock Mr.. A. j. Montague, OF
Danvilie, addressed tho literary socistios. The
subject solicited was American Democracy"
A sham battle between the artillery and In
fantry was witnessed by an immense crowd at
y. n. The cadets acted IN the whole engage
ment with the coolness and readiness OF vete-
rams, and the spectacle was one full OF eager in-
tercst and enjoyment TO all.
MEDALS AWARDED.
At $50 r. NJ. the celebration Of tho Lee Lite
rary Society took place. Prayer by Rev. X. NJ.
Hail. and the opening address by the President,
r. q. Lewton, OF Florida. The frs, orator was
X. =. Whittle, of Norfolk. Va.-subiect Mans
go.J fades away, but there are sweet memories
OF the great which lie beyond tho grave y;
second orator, C. J. Richardson, Vir.inia-sub-
feet "Justice may sleep but never dies" I'm
provement medals in oratory debate, ana decla-
nation were then delivered through Mr.. Non
tague 10 Messrs. Whittie, Newman, and Hughes.
The medal tor tho best GRAFTON Of the evening
was awarded to Mr.. Richardson. DR.. McBryde,
the president, rendered tho junior ana senior
classes n reception after the exercises. Dancing
was kept up until a very late hour and all went
as merrily as young hearts could wish or light
feet could trip.
The herald., 1893-09-07
THE COURTS.

Cases on Trial Yesterday and New Suits
Eiled.
The trial OF Joseph Hughes was set by
Judge Pierce yesterday for October I'd.
An information was fled by the dis
trict attorney yesterday against James
Dunn and Frank Pierce, charging them
with assault to rob.
The examination of A. H. Roche was
partially had in Justice Bartholomew g
court Yesterday on charge of making
threats, preferred against him by J. H.
Waddinghsm.
NEW CASES.
Preliminary papers were filed in the
county clerks Office yesterday in the fol-
lowing new cases
German American Savings bank We.
W. t. Henning; suit for foreclosure for
500.
Divorce proceedings have been COM
menced by Mile James VS.. Walter w.
James,.
Petition by Frederick Meyer for pro.
bate of the will OF ]. Eichenberger. the
estate being valued at S545O.
Petition by S. s. Sco6eld for letters of
administration upon the estate of Mary
+. Scofeld, the estate being valued at
$4,000.