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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18
FLAYEO BY A HALF-WlTTeD MAN.
The Accused Arrested and Ia Jail-Mad-
Dogs In Dickinson.
(Corresnondence of the DlspatchO

CLINTWOOD. VA. November l7-Joe
Stanley half-witted young man OF
Longs Fork. this county. mercilessly
whipped a little 7-year-old son of Robert
Beverly's a day or so ago. Stanley had
felled tree an BeVerly's fence. and the
boy was sent To tell him he must remove
the tree and repair the fence. AT this
he beca me very angry, and ran out and
procured large withe and almost liter
ally tlayed the boy. Gashes were cut in
his hands and wherever the switch could
touch his flesh. warrant was at once
sworn out for the fellow, and he was ar
raigned before Justice Cross, OF this place.
After hearing the case the Justice sent
the matter 10 the grand jury, and in de-
fault OF bond the accused was sent 10
Jail.
There are some mad-dogs In this Vi
entity and people are somewhat scared.
Some cattle and hogs have been bitten 10y
them. An effort is being made 10 kill
them, but they are running at large and
II Is difficult 10 find them.
Roland r.. Chase. "A prominent attorney
of this place, is confined to his room with
fever
County Court is in session this week,
Judge Counts presiding. AS there has
not been any court here for the past three
months there will be considerable business
TO transact
The farmers are busy gathering their
corn crop. which, by the way. proves TO
be a good yield.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18
1,ha Odor of the Gas.

There Is still much complaint as to the
plor emitted from the mixed gas now
furnished TO consumers by the City Gas
Works.
Undoubtedly there has been some i'm
provement since the new plant was hrst
put into operation, but further improve
rnent Is desirable and viii be insisted
On by the public. This we have said
sver and over again for many weeks,
and we recur 20 the subject now because
complaints against the gas are undated.
and because the Times proposes that the
City Council appoint commission con-
Histing Of Messrs. w. Il. Cutshaw. and
u. I. ID. Myers. and DR.. w. II. Taylor
Ohe CHEMIST TO investigate and report
on the subject. This might prove TO be
good idea. but first II would be only
fair to hear from the superintendent Of
the GaS.Works ana the Committee on
Light as to the difficulties they labor I'M
der and the remedies, II any, they pro-
pose. II they cannot see their way clear
10 give the public the relief sought. why
lei US have a commission by all means.
What Is more, We should secure the at
tendance before that commission OF some
OF the most expert ''water-gas'' makers
In the country. OF course we shall have
TO pay them. but 1t will be money well
spent.
To delay movement In this matter will
be but to encourage public opinion to
solidify against the present system. and
the next we shall hear viii be clamor
10 return 10 the old system.
The worst odor Of the gas Is experienced
when the gas 10 leaking. not when It is
burning, and It has an unconquerable pro-
p~nsiv 10 leak even from pipes and tx
lures In which expert gas-htters can find
no imperfection.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18
IS, 1898
Proposed Tariff Reforms.

Mr. Wilson. chairman Of the Committee
Of Ways and Means Of the House OF
Representatives. said on Thursday last
that the members Of that committee had
lain awake at night endeavoring TO solve
tho matter Of abolishlng certain customs
duties and al the same time raising
sufficient revenue to support the gov
eminent without injuring any OF the
great interests Of the country. Mr.. VII
con made this remark IN rather a jocu-
lar than serious mariner. we suppose.
but we suspect that he himself has lain
awake many an hour trying 20 reconcile
LIS anu-protectioH notions with the prop
osltAon 10 perpetuotc the tariff on coa!
ana iron.
This H. the question which the New
York sun settles ont Of hand, and with
out - moments hesitation. u quotes the
deciara,ion Of the Chicago platform that
Congress has no power 70 levy customs
dlties except for revenue. and calls upon
In. Democrats I'm Congress 20 redeem
that pledge. Our brilliant New York con
Temporary is concerned only TO embarrass
Mr.. cleveland. but an the same processes
20 De- in earnest in advocating practical
frce-trodc tariff. or rather one framed
for revenue purposes only.
The question thus discussed before the
Committee OF Ways and Means is one
that cannot pc side-trackcd by the Demo
crate IN Congress. II Is easy to lay down
IA general rule. but not easier than 1t is
10 show that the ruls viii operate inju-
riously 10 some of the largest interests Of
tNe country. Here I'm Virginia We ought
10 have no difficulty in understanding
how protective cu-toms-ducs may operate
baucnciauy. eccIng that countervailing
duties ON tobacco are Indispensable 10
the continuance of the manufacture Of
that staple In Virginia.
In the Norfolk District our good anti
protection friend Murray and his asso-
ci,tos ask Congress to levy "a tarinf upon
lrish potatoes.
In tho Accomac District protection Is
asked for another interest. And in the
Richmond District for still another. And
so. vs., suspect In All the districts.
We r,clte these facts not hy way Of re-
preaching anybody but merely 10 impress
upon an concerned that in such matters
che Democrats must exercise a large lib
eTality.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18

Sam Jones has been Jumping on the
Memphis Acknowledgment for copying
some criticisms that we made upon him
for his heartless abuse Of Mr.. Massey
at stanton. At the same time our Mem
phis contemporary has been led to OBJ
serve that Mr.. Jones will make it hot"
FOR the Dispatch when he returns to Nir-
gnia. Perhaps so. We own 10 our I'M
skilfulness In the weapons he uses.
We could not, If we would. print In our
columns such language as his audiences
permit him 10 address to them. our
readers would kick our paper ont Of their
doors If 1t contained such expressions as
Mr.. Jones sometimes uses I'm his sermons.
However as between his arguments and
ours the people Of Augusta rendered their
verdict on November 7th, and 1t was en-
phatic and to the point.
1t is true as the Memphis Scimetar OBJ
serves that no newspaper that has
family circulation can afford to reply 10
the evangelist In kind"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18

20 organize Democratic clubs now. but
he calls upon the Democrats 10 express
their opinion on the matter. He himself
does not mean 10 antagonIze any man
who Is Democrat at heart and in prin-
ciple.
IL is evident that the Democratic
party IL IN n bad condition In South
Carolina What with Governor Tillman
and his liquor law and the other local
troubles which aflIict that gallant little
State. the prospect OF Democratic har-
mony and success seems to be by no
means bright. General Hampton. how
ever. has heretofore pioted the State
through great difficulties Let us hope
that he now secs his way clear to sue
cess in what must prove to be a great
undertaking.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18
GAME SCARCE.
AN ELEGANT RECEPTION.
DIR. Sanders and Bride Honored-No Small
Pox Scare" in Wythville-Notes.

Correspondence OF the Dispatch.)
WYTHEVILLE, VA, November IL
The reception given to DR.. Richard W.
Sanders. Jr.. and his pretty bride at the
residence OF Mrs. Ann Lawson on Spring
street Wednesday evening was most
elegant and enjoyable. though not n for
NAL entertainment Fifty or sixty rela-
tives and intimate friends Of the families
were present, and the honors Of the hos
ptabe home were Rraciously done by
Mrs. Lawson and her daughter. Mrs.
William Cooper. the aunt Of the bride.
The house on Main street. which was
owned by Mrs. Polly Rich. and has been
FOR years one Of Wythevilles most popu-
lar boarding houses. was sold on Monday
last at auction for partition among the
heirs Of Mrs. Rich. II was bought in by
Mr.. David Rich. one Of the heirs for
5000.
SHOULD BE MORE ACCURATE.
The communication Of the Bristol cor
respondent published day or two since
in regard to the smallpox scare in South
western Virginia has created somewhat
of a stir. The Bristol man is at liberty
to speak for Bristol and vicinity. OF
course. but when he speaks for South
western Virginia he should be more ac-
curate. Certainly there is absolutely no
smallpox excitement In Wytheville, nor
anywhere in her vicinity. Business and
schools have never been interrupted for
a day. there IL not a suspect in the town.
and no anxiety whatever IL felt in re-
gard TO the disease, Of which there are
only three or four isolated and closely
guaranteed cases IN Southwestern Viz
gnia. as far as can he ascertained, reach
ing Wytheville.
Miss Flora Stuart Is seriously sick at
the home Of her sister. Mrs. Lizzie
Graveley.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18
Death Of Mrs. Annie Jordan.
(Correspondence OF the Dispatch)

NEwBERN. VA, November H.-Mrs.
Annie Jordan, wife OF DR.. j. X. Jordan
and daughter OF the venerable DR.. Shelley.
died al O'Clock yesterday morning after
about ten-days' illness. Hers was OF a
life OF which we hear SO much and see
30 little: quiet. unassumiHg Christian
lady. whose loss will long be mourned by
a large circle OF relatives and friends.
the fact OF her leaving a family OF seven
small children (the youngest an infant
ten days old to the care OF bereayed
though busy wit with " the cares attendant
upon the management OF large family,
found time for many OF those Kind deeds
which tend 10 make up life well spent.
HicSa ~ The Nsthodlgt Church. ., ~ 9;
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18

The First Assistant POstmaster-Genc-
raj takes but small stock in the scheme
Of free mail delivery in the rural districts
with which Mr.. Wanamaker was so
much enamored. and gives some ex-
celent reasons for the faith that is
not in him.-Washngton Post.
Why should the people of the United
States differ with the people of Eng
land on this question?
Without awaiting a reply 10 our in
terrogatory, we viii say that there can
be no objections raised against allowing
10 pass through the mails postal cards
upon which printed slips or paragraphs
are pasted. This is a proposed postal
reform to which, We repeat, not one
valid objection can be made
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18
1&'(0I4E::::::N
(9NPAl(Y
=. - and ~ east RrO11
II, IS, IS, and II east Broad.

RICHMOND, November is, 1893.
There has been an ecStacy of
enthusiasm over the various
styles-Special styles Of WRAPS
this season. The supply here has
been magnanimouS as well as
takey. This was not a matter Of
accident. The Styles, The Cloths,
Shapes, Colors, Finish ana Prices,
too, are as isolated from those OF
other merchants as if it, were a
feast all our oWn.-Buying through
large contracts, and with proper
Judgment has raised the Depart
ment to this pinnacle Of Wrap
glory.
Several cases will be opened
again to-day. No matter how low
or high the prices, the Styles are
mentioned with the Selt-Same
graceful outline and perfection OF
finish.
styles OF HANDSOME NNhlS -itAltht 10 hplt
have been 52j, and they are SIS.
o STYLES OF similar and perfect Coats NJ $500,
that ordinarily cost $40.
English Beaver with Cape-Collars, edged with
seal $3.50
Scotch Kersey. Storm Collar ana CApes, EDGED
with clipped COoney, 81.
Cheyiot, with large Mutton sleeves, edged
with French coOney ~ ~.
English Pilot-clOth Skirt-cOat, FehA ,5raldlpg-
S35 coats for t25.
an Coats Tor si1. and dozen Othcrs.
Mantlelet,es. cheviot with seal edge, for $3.50;
others for Ella, SEQ, etc.
A complete new line of Misses
and Children'S Coats will be on
sale to-day. Novel in Cloths, Co
lorings, and effects ages to IS
yearS-prices, SI.9S to $3.50.
Waive style and only looE to ma
terial and you can economic by
buying last seasons Garments for
S. that were $40, or s. that were
SIP, or almost anything At your
own price.
Ladies or Children'S Kid Gloves.
There is a happy look in the hand
that is we'll gloVed. We know it
and you experience it wien you
buy here. We are oV(scareful
in what we place on your hand.
-Four qualities for Gentlemen, two
qualities for Children, eighteen
styles and grades for Ladles-all
sizes and colors in all. Every pair
at and over 81 placed on your hand
at our counter with a guara,ltee.
All the quaint and recentidapted
styles can be looked for heie.
White and colorod bound Princi,s, with 4
large buttons, 81 pair.
S-inch French BIaritz IN Black. OS-Red nus
sian-Green, Tan, Mode, Gray, sgd NaVies'
for 92c. pair.
Genuine Foster" 81, sl.25, $3.50, sL7j,
and ~.
The New jerome. s..
The " Brighton all English wAlkiog-gloye,
at sl.50, and dozen othsrA
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18
Mems and Ladies' HaldkNT,
chiefs

ought TO occupy prominent position I'm
your mind now They are useful as pros
ents, etc. Peruse the list We here give
you:
Mems All-Linen Hemstitched Haniker-
chiefs, 1Sc., or for 81.
Mems Tnlaundered Initial Handker-
chiefs. all-linen. hand-embroidered. Zoe.
Mems Ail-Sfk Initial Handkerchlefs. 80,
75c., and 81.
Chidren's Au-Snk Embroidered Hand
kerchiefs. L lie.
Ladies' All-Llncn Handkerchiefs. with
coiored embroidery. very sheer and
dainty, regular Doc. goods for. y i-2c.
Ladies' Ail-Lincn Handkerchiefs. in
Guiding plain. hemstitched, hcmstitched
with embroidered. scalloped and lace edge;
also Unlaundered Convent-Made Hand
kerchiefs, only 25c.
\ beautiful line Of Ladies' Al-Linen
Embroidered lIandkerchiefs with hem
stitched and scalloped edge. 75c.
The latest novelty is the FAN HAND
KERCHIEF," with dainty inserting and
edge OF lace. 81.
Ladies' Jabots of chiffon and lace. all
colors, 81 IL. CSC, ana 81.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18

The Dispatch likes the idea Of inaugu-
rating Governor O'Ferrall with a mill
tary and civic parade.
We have had a glorious and far
reaching victory, and can well make the
occasion jolincation on that score.
while at the same time we welcome TO
Richmond our gallant standard-bearer
who is to reside amongst us as Governor
for four years.
IT would be fitting and acceptable
conclusion of these ceremonies If the
new Governor would consent to be
sworn into Office and deliver his inaugu-
raj either from the poTtico of the Capt.
tol Gas Governor Holiday did. or from
a platform to be erected on the steps
Of the Capitol.
Let's make a grand time Of it.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18
WITH THE JURY.
,,it,Io Girl Eurned to Death

Especial telegram to the Dispatch.l
TJ-RAY. VA. November IA little
girl about years Of age OF Mr.. William
Dingcs who lives west Of the Shenan-
doan river. about five miles from Luray,
was burned to death to-day. Her mother
left two children in the house for short
tirne TO get some wood going a short
distance from the house. and UPON her
return found the child dead. The father
was away from home. and the mother
cries OF Distress brought To her assistance
MIR. 4. G.. Baily Of this place. VINO went
in search Of Mr.. Dinges The unfortunate
narcnts have the sympathy OF all.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18
BOSS JOHN Y. M'KANE
INTERESTING INTERVIEW WITH THE
KING OF CRAvESEND.
He VIII Sue the World and Brooklyn Eagle
for LibeI-His Explanation OF
the Trouble.


(Correspondence OF the Dispatch)
= WILLIAMSBURG. VA. November IL
Chief John Y. McKane. accompanied by
his son. Ira McKane. and his counsel
George w. Roderick. OF Gravesend, n. Y,
came up to-day from York river. where
they, with party Of friends from the
same city. have been hunting. The Chief
and party took the II NJ train for home
where they have been called by the
sudden death OF an intimate friend-Mr.
John Carran. Chief McKane, as he Is
called at home. spent several hours here.
and the writer had a long chat with bin
and his LAWYER Mr.. Roderick, both OF
whom were ready TO give the facts In
regard TO the Gravesend affair. The World
and Brooklyn Eagle. they said. are try
ing 10 get the Boss into trouble, and ne
Will sue both papers for libel
NO OCCASION FOR 1T.
The Chief said, There is no occasion
for this attack on me. and | don't intend
to stand IT, / will bring libel suits against
these papers that have villihed and abused
me. | have been served with no papers
from the court. and consequently have
violated no order OF the court" He gave
a full explanation OF the election-laws Of
the State OF New York. and stated that
the whole row grew out OF the fact that
In a voting population of about five or
six thousand not more than 10 ballots
were cast for the Republicans.
a FLOATING POPULATION"
He explained that their population was
a floating one. which accounted for the
large registered vote in comparison with
the population. and Of which his enemies
complained Among the people who are
fighting me, and one who contributes 800
towards the prosecution, Is a former gov
eminent employee Of the New York Gus
tOm-hOuse. and now under Indictment in
the State Of New Jersey for robbing the
government. The Chief said he did not
care for the whole thing, except for the
annoyance and worry which II occasioned
him. He, with his son and attorney. will
return 10 Virginia In about ten days
Joining the remainder OF his party at
West Point where they Will meet him
with their yacht. now lying off King
Creek, York river.
GAME SCARCE.
Game here Is very scarce. the party
only baRging about nine birds, but they
hope to be more successful on the river
shooting ducks. The Chief seemed much
pleased at the result Of the election in
this State and paid a high compliment to
the GOvernor-elect, Colonel O'Ferrall.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18
A BIC BUDGET FROM BLAND.
Business Prospects mproving-Cattle in
Demand and the People Happy.

BLAND COURTHOUSE. VA. Novem-
Der l1-Our Democrats are, Of course,
happy over the results Of the election.
Business seems to he looking up CON
siderably in this part OF the State. The
banks are again discounting. Pork Is
being sought after by number Of buy
crs ut 500, gross; sheep are again in de-
mand at high prices, and just yesterday
nearly 200 head OF cattle We're weighed
i'm our little town at good prices. and
other buyers here to-day trying to pur-
chase. 50 that there is no cause now TO
complain
The first cold weather OF the autumn
has set In. The creeks are frozen almost
over.
Mrs. h. H. Penly, a very estimable lady
Of this place, died a few days ago.
Judge Dupuy, OF Roanoke. will com
mence a special term of the Circuit Court
here on the 9th TO try the cases In which
Judge 5. W. Williams is interested.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18
BEGGED HIM TO LEAVE.
THE boy MURDER" TRIAL.
Isaac Sugg Acquitted of the Murder Of Mack
A. Jaines-Both Youths.

(SpeciaI telegram to the Dispatch)
WELDON. y. C., November 1.-THE
fury came into court this morning look
ing refreshed. with the exception Of one
or two Of the older mon. who appeared
10 have missed their own beds. Juror
Shearin remained wrapped in blanket.
having had a chill during the night. Inc
Judge assembled the bench promptly at
g.go. and Captain W. II. Day made the
closing speech for the young boy, isaac
4. Sugg. Captain Days plea for a Ire
was n grand and eloquent speech. and
many In the densely- packed courtroom
were vlsibly moved. Solicitor White
closed the case for the State In nm ag-
gressive and vigorous speech for YER
dict Of murder. The Judge laid down
the law to the jury by going over all
the evidence and then charging them In
q plain. clear. and forceful manner.
WITH THE JURY.
At y O'Clock the jury took the case and
retired to their room for deliOeration.
The father and mother OF the youthiul
prisoner were there and the strain upon
Them was terrible during the uncertainty
of what the verdict would be. They were
NOT long kept In suspense. however as
the Jury only remained out thirty min
utes and came I'm with a verdict OF NOT
guilty." Young Sueg Immediately rushed
from, the courtroom to the hotel where
he was folded TO the heart Of his mother.
The verdict was expected, and Colonel
Sugg and his son have been warmly
congratulated.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18

Virginia is O. K.-OFerran and Kent
Charleston West Virginia. Free Press.
West Virginia reioices over OFerralrs
victory, and Charlestown has been a
famous place ever since John Brown
there ended his career
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18

Colonel OFerrall says that from what
he could learn when last I'm Washington
the Committee on Ways and Means will
report in favor Of putting wool. coal,
and iron ore on the free list He does
not think it probable that they will re-
commend an incTlase Of the tobacco
tax,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18
NOTICE OF A GENERAL MEET
~ ING OF STOCKHOLDERS.

Notice Is hereby given that a general meeting
Of the STOCKHOLDERS OF THE RICHMOND
AND CHESAPEAKE RAILROAD COMPANY
will DO held at the oiice Of MessrS Smith &
Moncure, No. 1lOj Bank street. In the city OF
Richmond. State Of Virginia, on the 2lsr DAY or
DECEMBER 1893, Al the nOur OF IL O'Clock
noon Of said day. TO transact such business as
may properly come before said meeting.
Dated AZ Richmond, Va. tnis 10Th day OF No
yemper 1898 y. L REED,
President. aud Holder Of One Tenth OF the Capi-
tai Stock no It'd
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18
4. :. District Court Cases.

Special telegram to the Dispatch)
DANNILLE. VA. November IA
large number Of cases We're disposed OF in
the United States District Court to-day.
Nine Of the cases We're from Patrick,
1--WE from Henry, and one from Franklin.
months and fined from 500 10 500.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18
South Carolina and wade Hampton

Sou'h Saroiina ana wade Hampton.
General Wade Hampton has written
letter TO ths Charleston News and
.oursf' IN which he explains that he
nan been misunderstood II he Is sup
posed 10 be Ia favor OF hasty action
10 south Carolina in getting up elubS
70 an'asonize the Alliance organizations.
~ eenesaes that Il yeSld h premature
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-11-18
Cuttinc ARRAY In Bristol.

Especial telegram TO the Dispatch)
RRISTOL.. TENN, November H.
lanes l.. Keller was painfully cut across
the nose with knife 10y Sam Bryant last
night. Bryant was arrested and his bond
fixed at $50.