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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
FOR THE CROWN OF BEAUTY.
A Battle Royal Between the Admirers OF
virginia Bellies In New York.

The current social season, says the
New York correspondent OF the Baltimore
SUM- seems destined to present battle
royal for the crown OF beauty between
the admirers Of deserving Virginia bellies.
Ward McAllster led off the Patriarchs
list with the claims OF Miss Irene Lang
horne, OF Richmond. She Is tall blonde.
of fine physique and delicate coioring.
She was very simply but effectively gown
ed at the Patriarchs In white satin. and
with her fine presence and beautiful hair.
which was worn in a simple Psyche Knot.
she would have attracted attention even
In any throng of handsome women. Her
reign as social queen is now challenged
by the champions OF Miss Josephine
Turner. of Norfolk and Miss May Handy.
OF Richmond. The latter was here con-
siderably during the season two years
ago. and was one of the detained passen-
gers on the Inflated Normannta during
The cholera scare in September. 1882.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
Ivanhoe Lodges Officers,

At meeting OF Ivanhoe Lodge. No.
a. X OF p, held on last Monday night
the following officers were elected for the
ensuing term: Chancellor Commander,
w. F. Eanes; Vice-C Chancellor, h. It.
Cole: Prelate. J. Taylor Gray; Master OF
Finance. George G. Ruskell: Keeper OF
Records and Seals. Frank l. Starke;
Master of Exchequer. T.. NJ. Crutchfield
Master Of Work w. Mac. Jones: Master
at Arms, c. p. Davis; Inner Guard, Leon
Ruskell: Outer Guard, c. Z. Norman;
Trustees. II. Smith. G.. r. Tabb. 5.
S. Bishop; Representative to Grand
Lodge X. NJ. Smith.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
AS SEEN FROM DANVILLE.
a Great Ball of Fire With "A Luminous
Tail-People Frightened.

DANVILLE. VA, December @.-(Spe.
cial.)-A remarkable phenomenon ap-
peared in the eastern sky this morning
about $50 o'clock. and was witnessed by
quite number of people. 1t was visible
for at least a half hour and disappeared
only from the light OF the rising sun.
IL had the appearance of a huge fiery
serpent several hundred feet in length,
suspended in the air. with the head to-
ward the earth. The head appeared rs
II it were mighty ball OF fire. while
the body and tail were of bright color.
1t also had the appearance OF a zigzls
flash of lightning. though the angles
were not so sharp and sudden. A num-
Der of those who witnessed the phe-
nomenon admitted they were frightened,
and some believe the day of Gods wrath
is but short period or.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
Observations in Richmond.

The same phenomenon was witnessed
in this vicinity. gentleman who re-
sides at the Expostion-Grounds describes
it as resembling forked streak OF
lightning but stationary, and having n
big ball OF fire on the end nearest the
earth.
Mr.. Harrison, member of the Legisa-
ture from Powhatan county, was at his
home. and also saw the peculiar light.
To him It had the appearance of the
train OF an immense comet, terminating
in mass of white light.
PROFESSOR WINSTON'S VIEWS.
Professor Charles II. Winston. of Rich
mond, who is probably as well roS.ed on
astronomical matters as any one in VIZ
ginla, was seen by a Dispatch reporter
last night In regard 10 the heavenly
conundrum. After having been told of
the thing as reported by persons in
both this State and North Carolina. the
Professor declared that the description
would not fit any OF the celestial bodies
and he did not feel like guessing as 10
what the object really was. II was, he
said improbable that II was a comet. as
these bodies are usually sighted by the
astronomists before they are visible by
the naked eye 1t could hardly be me-
teor the scientist continued. as they sell
dom remain In sight more than minute.
Professor Winston remarked that he saw
about fifteen years ago meteor which
left a train which assumed sort OF
zlgzag shape This was late in the after
noon. and before the sun had sunk In
the horizon the trail could be seen for
something like an hour. but 1t had no
ball OF fire for head. This was one
of the features of tlSs astronomical Curl
ositv that Professor Winston could not
account for He had not seen the body.
and thought II possible that those who
had observed II had TO some extent ex-
aggerated its proportions He felt more
inclined TO believe 1T n meteor train
than anything else. but said such an
enormous one as this must have been
would have caused heavenly display
that could not have escaped greater
notice
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
DEATH OF DR.. w. S. MORRIS.
A Former President of the Southern Tele-
praph Company--A Legislator.

LYNCHBURG. VA, December 20
(speclal.)-Dr. w. S. Morris died at his
home In this city to-day. aged 70 years.
He was a native of Hanover county. but
came here when a young man. He at
one time represented Lynchburg In the
State Legislature, and during the war
was president of the Southern Telegraph
Company. He also took a prominent part
in the Readjuster campaign, but for the
last few years has not taken any active
part in business or politics. H. was a
man OF rare intelligence and ability and
universally respected.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
CITY Circuit Court.

In the City Circuit Court yesterday. in
the case OF Luther Wright, trustee, against
Joseph NJ. Rosenbaum. motion to set
aside the verdict for plaintiff was made
and overruled and Judgment was rem
dered for $50.
In the case of Mr.. j. Il. Rudd against
the Manchester Railway and Improvement
Company, verdict and Judgment were given
for defendant. A motion to set aside the
verdict was overruled The plaintiff ex-
cepted. and leave was given to file bills
OF exceptions.
Suit was instituted by W. A. Townes's
administrator against Henry l.. Carter for
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21

Princeton singers were royalty enter
tanned.
The programme which will be rendered
tonight Is OF an exceptionally grand
character. and treat is promised the
music-lovers OF Richmond.
The club Is travelling in . special train
composed OF the cars OF Mrs. Carrot and
vice-Presldent Lord OF the Blltimore and
Ohio railroad. and private Pullman car.
They viii be away from the university
two weeks. and will go as far south
as New Orleans. returning by way Of Gin
cinnatl and Buffalo.
There will be fifty-four In the party In
GLIDING the well-known heroes OF the grid
iron. Messrs. King. Trenchard and
Wheeler.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
WANT UNION LABELS.
Well Attended Meeting Of the Central
Trades and Labor Council.

The regular meeting Of the Central
Trades and Labor Council was held last
night at Central Hall, on Fifth street
near Broad. and attracted a large at
tendance twelve different unions being
represented.
Union Labels was the principal theme
for discussion. A resolution was passed
requesting the members or the dinerent
organized trades to examine carefully all
articles purchased by them and see that
they bear a union label
Al the next meeting OF the council.
the first Tuesday In January, an cleo
ton of officers for the ensuing year Will
he gone into, and the subject Convict
Labor will be thoroughly discussed. 1t
is also expected at this meeting that
three other trades unions Will be ad-
mitted to the council.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
CITY Mission POund-Party.

The ladies' OF the City Mission have de-
cided TO abandon the annual Xmas din
ner for the poor this year. and to have
a pound-party in its stead. The Mission
House, 1O6 north Fourteenth street. will
be open to-day and tomorrow, and
committee of ladies will be present to
receive contributions OF any Find, grocer
les, provisions of every description. dry
goods, bed-clothing. shoes. old clothes.
&C, which will be promptly distributed to
the needy Of the city.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
The Salvation Army.

The Salvation-Army people are in the
city. They arrived yesterday. and last
night held a meeting at the Union Gospel
Mission, corner of Eighth and Main
streets. They are announced TO appear
at the Rescue Mission, on Mayo street.
tonight The detachment is In charge OF
Adjutant Durham. who has the general
oversight OF the work In this and adjoin-
ing States. ets..
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
For the Car-Men's Comfort.

The generous people OF Barton-Heights
have surpassed anything in the way of
generosity known to the carmen of this
city. A car has been procured from Mr.
Wilbur, the superintendent, and a nice
stove has been presented by Mr.. John Il.
Rose. a load OF coal by Mr.. Lee Lorraine,
and n nice coal-box by f. T. Paul. Of
the Richmond Music-Store. and Mr.. Bar
ton has arranged IT so that there Is
n nice wating-room for passengers, and a
comfortable place for the men.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
HI-SRAND AND WIFE.
Funeral of Mr.. williams.

The funeral of Mr.. Robert F. Williams
occurred from St James Episcopal
church yesterday afternoon at 30 o'clock,
and the services we're conducted by Rev.
William Morton and Rev. Preston Nash.
The church was packed with friends of
the deceased, who came TO pay their last
tribute OF respect to the memory OF one
who was a friend 10 all under any and
all circumstances, and whose popularity
was universal.
Bishop C. NJ. Williams. OF Japan, brother
Of the deceased, did not reach the city
in time for the funeral, nor has he been
heard from.
The floral tributes were profuse. and
consisted of many handsome designs.
The interment was at Hollywood.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
Y. NJ. &. A. Notes.

There will be watch-night service at
the Young Mems Christian Association on
the night OF December 3lst, beginning at
1890 o'clock, and all the young peoples
societies in the city have been invited to
attend. There will be singing and short
addresses, and those present will watch
the old year out and the new year in"
The State Committee OF the Young
Mems Christian Association held its
quarterly meeting Tuesday night. Chair
man West presiding. The reports from
the various committees and from State
Secretary Williams and Railroad-Secre-
tary Michaels were very encouraging.
Mr.. Williams's report gave a complete
review OF the work all over the State.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
Marriage In Princc Georre

Rev. II. w. Provence. of Richmond Col
lege. returned last night from Prince
George county. where ats o'clock in the
afternoon he performed the ceremony that
made Miss Alice T. Mlnga the wife OF
Mr.. John II, Drake. OF Danville. The
wedding occurred at the home OF the
brides father, Mr.. II. s. Minga. Mr. ard
Mrs. Drake canr TO Richmond TO visit
the parents OF the former.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
Mr.. 4. T.. TayJor Dead.

Mr.. j. f. Taylor. a well-known resident
OF the East End, died Tuesday evening
at o'clock. OF pneumonia. He was for
a number OF years In the meat business,
In the First Market. and possessing as he
did an amiable temperament and pleasant
address he was popular with all with
whom he came In contact. The funeral
will take place this afternoon at o'clock.
and viii be under the auspices Of SYRIA
cuse Lodge, Knights of Pythias.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
A METEOR AT PETERSBURG.
The Size of Hogshead and Almost Blind
ing In Its Brilliancy.

PETERSBURG. VA, December %
(Special)-A well-known young citizen
reports that about o'clock this MORN
ing, while on his way TO duty. he saw one
OF the most brilliant meteors he ever wit
messed shooting across the southern skies
to the west He. says 1t appeared to him
about the size OF a hogshead and was
almost binding in It's brllancy.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
Formal Opening of the Chamber of Com

The new Chamber OF Commerce building
will be formally opened on Thursday, the
18th OF this month. at $50 p. VI.
The Reception Committee have recon-
m, nded that all members who desire 10
be present be asked to purchase tickets
for the sum OF 81 per capita which, with
the funds in hand that the board feels
authorized TO devote 10 the purpose. VIII
enable the committee to prepare and carry
out suitable programme Of entertain
ment
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21

caA AARBoR. OhIo.--I met George
O.. MomQDy, an old veteran OF tbs Mexi-
can war ON the streets to-day. who told
me that after reading about simmons
Liver Regulator he bought bottle. and
the first three doses gave him immediate
relief. George Gosline Your druggist sells
Il In powder or liquid. The powder to
be taken dry or made into . tea.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
COUNTY SUPERVISORS JAILED.
Judge Counts, of Dickinson, Requires
OniciaIs to Obey His Orders.

VnlcIaIs 10 ODty NE OTUerrs
BRISTOL. TENN, December 3-(Spe-
cial. "A dispatch from Coeburn. Va, says:
Revs. W. 3. Sutherland and James Smith
have been put in jail Dickinson county
by order Of Judge Counts They are
county supervisors. and Judge Counts
ordered them TO meet and let the pro-
posed new courthouse to contract. They
met but did not let the building to con-
tract There is a contest between Gin
ton and Stratton for the county seat. The
citizens of the county are very indignant
at the course OF Judge Counts.
A case OF smallpox is reported at Wal
laces, within six miles Of Bristol.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21

The mammoth iron-fu-nace in the west
ern part OF Bristol. Va. which was con-
strueted at cost OF about 10000, and
which has stood idle since November.
1904 is TO be sold unless the debts are
paid IN four months. A decree has been
entered In the Hastings Court OF Bristol
TO that effect. II IL understcod that Mr..
bama. has leased the furnace. which -
viii put IN operation 1t once He e e
pay. Il b understood. 0&coo yeex e
cash a. rental for II
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
TIE PRINCETON cLEe CLUB.

Orange and Black VIII BE the Colors in
Society Circles To-Day.
TIE concert to be given at the Academy
al Music tonight by the Princeton Glee.
Banjo, and Mandolin Club. has occasioned
quite a stir in society circles. and II is
safe to predict that the students will be
given q hearty reception.
The tour began At Baltimore Tuesday,
and a concert was given In Washington
last night. At both OF these places Ne
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
HOW 1T LOOKED AT WILMINGTON.
A Star With n Large Tail--What Colored
Astronomers and Others Saw.

WILMINGTON. n. c.. December co.
Special, IA curious phenomenon was
seen In the heavens here at
from $50 to this morn
ing 1t made a magnificent display, but
no one seems able to determine just what
IL was, some describing II as a meteor
and others as a comet. Some say Il had
the appearance Of a large star. with a
tail which to the naked eye seemed about
100 yards long. The business end OF II
finally burst, leaving a trail of fire behind
of many beautiful colors. One colored
astronomer says he saw the letters wv.
w. w" distinctly outlined, while another
AYERS that the word Prepare was there
as plain as day.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
r,-Mavor Tbomas Drop. Dead.

NORFOLK, VA, December 2O.-(Spe-
cial.) --Ex- Mayor Philip G. Thomas drop
ped dead this afternoon at his home In
Portsmouth. He was about 10 years OF
age, and father OF the Rev. @. A. Thomas,
OF the Baptist ministry.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21

LURAY. VA. December q. -(Special.)-
Mr.. l.. j. Rothgeb, a well-known citizen
OF the Mill-Run neighborhood. In this
county, died last night after a protracted
illness He leaves widow and two sons.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21
THE DEPARTING LAWMAKERS.
Members Leaving the City-The Laugh on
LittIe-Husband and Wife.

Most of the members Of the General
Assembly left for their homes last night
to spend the holidays with their families,
but many Of them before so doing.
went on shopping tours. AS a conse-
quence it was not during the afternoon
an uncommon experience to meet grave
law-maker loaded down with bundles.
One whom n Dispatch reporter met had
nine packages of assorted goods In his
arms. tewelry in his vest-pockets, Roman
candles sticking out Of the inside pockets
Of his coat and "supplejack" peeping
from his coat-taIl pocket
THE LAUGH on LITTLE.
During one OF the lulls in the Senate
business yesterday the Lieutenant-GOver-
nor called Mr. Maynard 10 the chair.
Mr. Maynard being a new senator. his
taking the gavel was a signal for all
sorts Of motions from the old senators
calculated to confuse him. Senator'S
Wickham. Flood. and Echols were the
leaders OF the Initiation" and finally
Senator Little who is always ready for
the fts, asked: Mr.. Chairman, is there
anything before the Senate"
Nothing" replied the Chairman SEN
tentlously.
The laugh was on Mr.. Little. and he
led the roar that followed. for the Sena-
tor from Fredericksburg heartily appre-
ciates having the tables turned on him
self
Senator Barnes. Of Nansemond. has
been very highly complimented on the
speech he made in support Of the claims
Of Mr.. Murray for confirmation as School
Superintendent OF Norfolk. II was terse,
fluent. and 10 the point. and all the more
effective for the reason that Mr.. Barnes
is not a speaking. but a working senator.
who makes his weight felt by his advice
In committee and in consultation.
The joint Democratic caucus will meet
for the nomination OF Supreme-Court
judges at 2. NJ. Friday, January 5,
1894.
HUSBAND AND WIFE.
Mr.. Julian Bryant has introduced into
the House a bill to amend section 1916
OF the Code, as follows:
Husband and wife shall be competent
TO testify for or against each other In all
civil cases. In criminal cases, husband
and wife shall be allowed to testify In
behalf Of each other, but neither shall be
compelled TO testify against the other.
If either, however, is examined In any
case as a witness in behalf Of the other.
the one so examined shall be deemed
competent TO testify In such case, as well
against as in behalf Of such other
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-12-21

Messrs. j. G. smith ana ~ ~ ..s'
ing were called rs witnesses, ost hsnas
each member OF the committee II lie hal
any further testimony 70 submit. or
wished 10 examine any other witnesses,
and received negative reply IN each
instance.
on melton Of Mr.. Downing the invsssi-
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1893-08-15

Largest and Most Varied Stock in
the CITY.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1893-08-15

sirup anyway, and when the, got on to
that cod liver oil and swallowed a lot OF
il one of them, a Nirish girl, she got up
from the table and put her hand on her
corset and said 'Howly Jaysus! and
went out in the kitchen as pale as Ma is
when she has powder on her face, and
the other girl, who is Dutch, she swal-
lowed pancake and said, Mine Gott,
vas de matter from meY and she went
out and leaned on the coalbin; then they
talked Irish and Dutch and got clubs
and started to look for me, and / thought
I would come over here.
"The whole family is sick, but it is not
from love, like my illness, and they will
get over it. while / shall fill an early
grave, but not till ! have made that girl
and the telegraph messenger wish they
were dead. Pa and are going to Chi
cago next week, and I'll bet we'll have
some fun. Pa says need change Of
air, and think he is going to try and
lose me. It's cold day when / get left
anywhere that I can't find my way
back. Well, goodby, old rotten potatoes" :"
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1893-08-15

"Cdts and all, dotcn the back stairs"
INA was trying to get her frizzes
back on her head, and the choir girl was
standing on the lounge with her dress
pulled up trying to scare cats with her
striped stockings, and the minister was
holding his hands up, and I guess he
was asking blessing on the cats, and
my chum opened the front door, and all
the cats went out. Pa and Ma looked
at me, and 1 said it wasn't me, and the
minister wanted to know how so much
cat hair got on my coat and vest, and l
said a cat met me in the hall and
kicked me, and Ma cried, and Pa said
that boy beats hell, and the minister
said would be all right if / had been
properly brought up, and then Ma was
mad, and the committee broke up.
Well, to tell the honest truth, Pa basted
me and yanked me around until / had
to have my arm in sling, but what's
the use of making such a fuss about a
few cats. Ma said she never wanted to
have my company again, cause spoiled
everything"
Continued Tomorrow
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1893-08-15
HIS GIRL GOES BACK ON HIM.

HlS 0lhS OOr<o bASh ON hihs
Snow you git right away from here"
aid the grocery man to the bad boy as
he came In with a hungry look on his
face and q wild light in his eye. II am
afraid Of you. wouldn't be surprised
70 zee you go off half cooked and blow
~ al up. think you are devil. You
may have Q billygoat, or shotgun, or
: bottle of poison concealed about you.
Condemn you, the police ought to muz-
xle you. You will kill somebody yet.
Here, take handful Of prunes and go off
somewhere and enjoy yourself and keep
away from here" and the grocery man
went ON sorting potatoes and watching
the haggard face Of the boy. What
ails you anyway" he added as the boy
refused the prunes and seemed to he
oick at the stomach.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1893-08-15
JOHN NJ. DEAN
COMPANY.
SUCCESS OF OUR NEW DEPARTURE !

Our goods bought at store well KNOWN and our best
those who make the small payments regularly agreed
To interesting departure by which all those who
have paid their accounts satisfactorily to us are privileged add to their
goods they without payment down. provided the
added does exceed the original amount Of the BILL To
plain Mrs. B. has bought goods the S0o which she has
satisfactory payment Sc per month"; until the present time she
only $50 Now should she Chamber Suit Car
pet gerator possibly Baby Carriage and Cradle anything
else have them other articles added her bill with
paying anything down. provided does $50 this
not more than would make her bill Soo The same rule
follows you have paid your satisfactory payments
you may add goods any time without any payment down.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1893-08-15

and come down the front stairs looking
as innocent as could be, and we went in
the library. and was just going to tell
Pa if there was any errands he wanted
run my chum and me was just aching to
run them, when yellow cat without
any tail was walking over the minister,
md Pa was throwing hassock at two
rats that were clawing each other under
the piano.