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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
A HAPPY CHRISTMAS.
.AFToN's ENTERTAINMENTS FOR
CHILDREN WERE PERFECT.
EXQUISITE Decorations, Interesting Exer'
cises. and Delighted Music--A verita-
bio Santa Claus Dispenses 0ifss.
ocorrc.pondencs Of the pispatch.)

(Corrcspondencs of the Dispatch)
ALTON, VA. December 29.--Ail things
have contributed TO happy Christmas
even the snow. which IL about two inches
thick, not falling until wednesday eve
ming.
The entertainment for the children AZ
the Chapel Christmas night was Simply
perfect. Too much credit cannot be given
the lady managers for their energy. Inc
Committee on Decoration-Mrs. James II.
Robinson and Misses Molie Goodloe and
Ada Kerbey--showed exquisite taste In
the arrangement of the interior Oh tne
house, which was crossed with festoons
of cedar, from the centre Of which hung
an evergreen Christmas bell. Above the
platform the background Of cedar was
spangled with silver stars and bore IN
silver letters the inscription. THE Prince
Of Peace" The exercises were very IN
teresting, the careful training OF the
children being excellently attested. Mrs.
Rushe Helfrisch presided at the organ
and with the lovely quartette OF Goodioe
girls and Miss Kerbey. led In the singing.
After a timely address and prayer by
the superintendent Mr.. Robinson. ana
few good words from the pastor, Mr..
Hawthorn. Hopes Bright Star" and
Chimes of Bethlehem" were particularly
well rendered by the school,
THE LITTLE TOTS.
Perhaps the sweetest selections were by
the little tots of Miss Ada kerbeys IN
FAINT class, and because. Don't You
Known" a solo by Miss Cora Garwood.
The most artistic redition Of the evening
was "The Angels Song" by Miss MARY
Goodloe, and the dim music OF the refrain
In the distance. sang by Mrs. Heiirisch
and her sister. Miss Minnie Goodloe. MIS-.
Helfrlsch as a soprano soloist mas a voice
OF remarkable clearness and melody
The Christmas-tree grew from floor to
roof. ard a yeritable Santa Claus-the
inirnitable John Goodloe-dispensed Its
gifts TO the happy children.
USEFUL.
These were well selected-useful as
well as beautiful.
II Is greatly TO be deplored that this
chapel Is so small. The work done here
In the past eighteen months has been
phenomenal In character. and IL Chris
tians really want to do good in a needy
cause they will, of any denomination,
help these struggling people. who worship
here together, irrespective Of creed.
DESTRUCTIVE FIRE.
Last week Mr.. John Goodloe, ST., OF
near Greenfield lost by fire his stables
and courthouse, with all Of this years
crop and three valuable horses-cause. &C
cidental. from lighted pipe.
Mrs John McHenry, of Kentucky, Is
visiting her father at Hotel Alton.
Mr.. Fulton Williams. Of Richmond
Medical College, is home for the holidays.
The sleighing is very fine.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
Young SCOTS Painful Accident.

SCOTLAND NECK. N. c., December
29-(Special.)-Mr Charles Scott. the
young son Of Mr.. Solomon Scott, met
with serious accident near New Berne
two days ago. While getting over a wall
his gun was acc ldentally discharged His
fingers were torn off, and he was wound
ed In the throat by shot.
Mr.. r. S. Neal is here from Washing
ton. n. c., TO visit his father. Major
j. u. Neal.
Mr.. +. X. Hassell spent Christmas
with his mother, near Plymouth.
Mr.. Jordan Wilkerson. Of Edenton. Is
visiting friends here.
Miss Kate Tillery is visiting relatives
In Weldon.
Mr.. w. b. White. OF Washington, N c..
spent the holidays here.
DR.. A. C. Liverman visited bis mother,
In BERTHE. this week.
Mr.. j. l.. Bell, Of Suffolk, IS here visit
ing his parents.
Mr.. J. A. Bowers. OF Norfolk. Is here
visiting his mother
Miss Annie L. Pittman. Of Salem, N. c..
is visiting her brother here.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
ENJOYABLE FAMILY REUNION.
business Dull Owing to the Close OF the
Tobacco Market-Populist Officials.

Tobacco Market-Populist Officials.
GREENVILLE. n. c., December o.
Especial. There was an enjoyable family
reunion and dining at the home Of Mr.
J. i. johnson, ST.. in this town, yester-
day afternoon. Besides Mr.. and Mrs.
Johnson and their son. Mr.. J. B. johnson.
Jr., there were present three sisters OF
Mrs. Johnson-Mrs. NJ. A. Bernard. Mrs.
i. S. Greene and Miss Hannah Smith
also. the children Of the first two named
Mr.. ". s. and Miss Mary Bernard;
Messrs. Robert, w. B., ]. c., Edward, and
Misses Belle and Betsy Greenland an
Intimate friend of the famiy-Mlss Leila
Cherry. 1t was the first time they had
Ell been together In many years. and
the occasion was a happy one.
The tobacco market being closed this
week for the holidays, has had the effect
Of making business quite dull.
At their meeting held the first Monday
In December, the Board OF County Com
mlssloners rejected the official bonds Of
the Populist Sheriff. Treasurer and Coro-
ner-elect. declared the offices vacant, and
elected Democrats to fill the vacancies,
giving the latter until the first Monday
in January to get up their bonds. Yes
terday two Of those whose bonds were re-
jected had q summons served on the COM
missioners to appear before the Superior
Court, which convenes the same day on
which the commissioners hold their Janu-
airy meeting. and show cause why those
bonds should not be accepted. IN other
words, they have instituted proceedings
10 compel the commissioners to accept the
bonds which were rejected.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
CENSUS EMPLOYEES DISMISSED.
Order Forbidding Clerks Who Arc Physi'
clans from Practicing After Hours.


WASHINGTON, ID. c.. December 20
About ninety employees OF the Census
Office were to-day given notice OF their
dismissal, to take effect the Slst instant.
This action was necessary on account OF
the completion OF the work In the bureaus
where they were employed.
The Commissioner Of Pensions to-day
issued an order that will prevent clerks
In the bureau who are physicians from
practicing medicine after Office hours. In
this branch of the government service. as
we'll as in others, there ere number OF
graduated physicians, who attend patients
after Office hours. The order states that
any employee who shall attend patients
after working In the office shall be disci-
plined. Moreover. a calling which Is likely
to require clerks and employees to be up
at night, and to demand their prompt at
tention at all times. is regarded as in
consistent with the proper discharge OF
their duties In the bureau.
The Issuing Of the order was caused
by a negro doctor named Johnson. en-
ployed in the bureau, attending small
pox case, for which he was suspended.
While no official notification has yet
been issued, it Is almost certain that a
entire Interior Department. and apply not
only TO physicians, but to those who en-
gage in outside work of any character.
This. of course. will not apply to en-
ployee5 pursuing studies at night.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30

Jaaes would doubtless stop al ne
ger, that IL would be wiser Tor or
move 10 the Maverick with her dtlhn'
IL seems that James. however, undei ~
the situation, and, knowing Il Neo'1
embarrassing for his former VIE 70 -
him, he very ehiYalrously eonelutel -
TO the Maverick and not disturb Der 20
OF mind. The result Of this eons'deIl ~,
was. Of course. Jus, opposite 70 "nsl l'. 7.
had planned. Miss Wainwright Va ,..
leaving the dinIng-roo With her alus''
when the child gave an exesanA''0'
10Y.
There's papa' ,.,s,t
.sThe mother turned pale. and y 20 "a
for moment as II there was gems
a tragic scene. Then the actress res ~
her supremacy over the woman az a.. I,
greeted him quietly. and invited Do 90
her parlor, where they had Nu, ,.sy
together. II was generally hops' ,s,ns
would affect reconciliation. but h''''
.Mors's the pity" said the naf, ,.',se
shaking his head sadly. fer ihsy 1 ,so,.
= great combination when they were ,sr.
ing together. Few gave better y,
formance than they did. ana y ''r,s,s
seems 60 me that each seems lneos
and not 20 good without the s'a'''
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
A Sketch from Real Life.
Ra1slmnra qou1

The Morganton (N. c. Herald, instead
OF Christmas story. published o sketch
from real life. the hero OF which II Will
liam G. Randall. Of Burke county, IN that
State. who, fiiled with . laudable ambi-
ton to acquire an education and make Q
name In the world. walked away from
his home under the shadows Of Table
Rock. and. without money or Influential
friends. graduated with distinction at the
State University and by unrsmitting toll
and Industry has become one Of the fore
most portrait painters In America, To-
day. In his studio In Paris. young RAN
dali - executing commissions for the por.
treits OF s<natorx Governors. and beauti-
sul women from all psrs Il the unitsd
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
PEACE ENVOY FOSTER OFF,
He VIII Join China's Representatives In
Japan-Yang Yu With Him.

WASHINGTON. December 29.-Hon
John w. Foster. ex-Secretary of State
left Washington this morning for Chicago
en- route to Toxic or Hiroshima, probably
the latter city. where he will join the
Chinese ENJOYS who so to arrange terms
OF peace with Japan.
Mr. Foster was accompanied by Mr..
Yang Yu, the Chinese Minister, who is
said to have suggested to his govern
ment the desirability Of securing Mr.
Fosters services as counsellor to the
ENJOYS.
Mr. Foster was advised before leaving
of the departure of the Chinese ENJOYS,
but he expects TO arrive at Toxic or
Hiroshima as early as they.
1t is said that Japan will not abate
any OF the vigor heretofore shown in
prosecuting the war until the terms OF
peace are concluded.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30

the manner suggested by the resolution
OF Congress.
There il, however, one splendid work Of
art IN the corridor that has a peculiar
history. u was gift TO the government.
All others have been paid for by Congress
or the several state legislatures. the
bronze statue Of Thomas JEFFERSON, py
David dangers. q French sculptor. was
presented TO Congfess by an israelite.
Lieutenant (afterward Commodore) Uriah
Philips Levy. OF the United States navy.
50 1873. but was not formally accepted
until forty years thereafter.
Originally n stood In the rotunda, but
was removed from there and for many
years remained In the grounds In front
OF the presidential mansion. After its ac-
ceptancc, in 1874. upon motion OF Senator
Sumner, Il was finally located In It's pres.
emit position 1t represents the author OF
the Declaration OF Independence as just
having signed that instrument OF Ameri-
can liberty. The pedestal - superb
piece Of work, In four varieties OK Inaroic'
executed by Struthers. of philadelphia
IL was the FIRST piece OF statuary ever
owned by the government. md IL dedi-
Gated by the donor TO his fellow-citizens
JTpon the scroll which Jefferson holds In
his hand is engraved n verbatim copy OF
the Declaration OF Independence. with
autographs signatures or Jonn HANCOCK
and Thomas jefferson.
The Levy family were intimate per-
sonal friends and great admirers OF the
author OF our Magma Charta, and AFTER
his death became the owners OF Montl-
cello. There Is significance In the gift
and In the sentiment II conveys. ana the
co-reiigionists of Levy point with pardon
bile pride that this piece or statuary,
symbolizing the grand national organic
law and honoring one OF the greatest
men who contributed TO erect TIE fabric
OF the temple OF American liberty. was
the free-will Offering OF one of their peo-
pie.
The following papers were also repre-
scented and referred to the committee:
DR.. CYRUS Adler, Smithsonian Institution,
washington. "a Trial by the 1nquisition
In Mexico: Rev. Henry Cohen. Calves
ton. Tex, "some Notes on the Jews In
Texas: Mr. Albion M. Dyer. New York.
"Firs. Chapters OF New York Jewish HIS
tory: Mr.. Jacob Ezekial. Cincinnati,
"T'he Jews Of Richmond; DR.. j. II. Hoi-
lander, Johns Hopkins University, some
Further References Relating TO Hyan
Salomon": Mr.. George w. Hufnagle. New
Hope. Pa, "a Few Extracts from the
Life and Revolutionary Services OF Col
onel Isaac Franks; Mr.. George A. Kohut.
New York, Some Notes on the Jews or
Georgia and South Carolina" Isaac De
Castro Tortas and Joseph Antonio dc
Silva. Two South American Martyrs,
"a Contribution 10 the History or
the Jews in Jamaica and barbados"
early Jewish Literature in America: An
Attempt at Biography: Mr.. n. Taylor
Phillips. New York. ''The Levy and
Selxas Families OF Newport and New
York"
This session Of the association is con-
sidered the most valuable yet held. not
only in attendance. but IN the Importance
OF the papers presented and the business
trangactel
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
OLD DOMINION RAcE-TRAcK.
The Circular Course Again Brought Into
Requisition-A Horse Hurt.

WASHINGTON. ID. c.. December 20
The chute at the Old Dominion track was
still frozen up to-day, and Ill races were
run on the circular track, which was in
very good condition. The fourth lace
was declared off. and after the finish
OF the regular card an extra race OF four
and one half furlongs was substituted.
At the fall Of the flag In the last race,
Krum stumbled and was badly lacerated.
First race-four and one half furlongs-
Westsde Is TO 81 won, DR.. Johnson Sc
cond. Despair third. Time. .5SH.
Second race-slx and one quarter fur
longs-Bllly Boy a to 81 won, Woodchop-
per second, Pickaway third. Time, 1:2iH.
Third race-six and one quarter fur
longs-Farragut q to y won, German Sc
cond Glimpse (flly) third. Time, 1:23k.
Fourth race-one and one eighth miles
Nestibule g TO y won, Longshanks Sc
cond Ponce de Leon third. Time, 2:022,.
Fifth race-four and one half furlongs-
Imp. Bones az to u won. Berwyn second,
Bayberry third. Time, SO.
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ROMANCE OF TIE STAGE.
Drrpoz.ic Meeting Of Louis James and
Marie Wainwright.
(Chicago Mail.)


wonder when Louis James VIII be
aIong?" said en- ex-theatrical manager as
he lounged in the foyer watching the mat
inee girls at the Schiller the other day.
ibid you ever notice how closely he fol-
lowed Wainwright when he was starringf
/ suppose it will be different now that he
Is playing lead to star. but when he had
matters in his own hands they would
tread pretty closely on each others heels.
Il was In San Antonio few weeks
ago, when Ii almost looked as II they were
aolng to become reconciled. There are
only two decent hotels IN that primitive
town. The Menger. directly across the
plaza from the opera-House, II generally
patronized by the theatrical profession.
N the other house. the Maverick. ID seve-
raj blocks away.
'.wainwrighrs engagement ended sat-
urday night and James's begnn Sunday
night following. There were no Sunday
trains - Misc Waipwtignt concluded. AZ
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30

viii eventually be derived from these two
sources, which will bring the receipts Tor
the balance Of the fiscal year up to the
Secretary's estimate.
The December receipts show an increase
over November OF 10000 and those OF
November showed slight increase over
October, indicating that business Is ad-
justing itself to the settled tariff rates.
OF the receipts for December I'll, 900
came from customs duties. The expendi-
lures for December were 100000 less
than those for November.
Against this gratifying exhibit Is to be
set of the fact that the gold reserve
continues to decline. At the close OF
business to-day II stood at ss3is,52S, i'm
plying loss OF 10000 for the day and a
total loss since the gold reserve was
recouped by the last issue OF bonds OF
nearly s26,0co000. :
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
VIRGINIA BASEBALL LEAGUE.
Getting Ready for the Coming Season
Meeting Here Next Week.

LYNCHBURG, VA, December 29-The
Virginia State League OF baseball play
ers is getting ready early for the APP
preaching season. and at meeting to
be held in Richmond next week will ar
range the whole programme. The Vir-
ginia League last year was one Of the
strongest minor leagues in the country.
having furnished the National League
with at least four pitchers for this sea-
son, and six outfielders. The Lynchburg-
ers have made dates with Boston. Phila-
delphia, and Baltimore league teams for
Qampl
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
A wedding and . church supper.

WINDSOR, N. c., December 29.-(Spe-
clal Goodwin i. Gotten, prominent
iumberman OF this county. and Miss Eva
Catlet. daughter of Mr.. and Mrs. ]. B.
Catiet. were married at the residence
OF the brides parents on Thursday night
at s o'clock by the Rev. A. Il. Good
child. pastor OF the Methodist church
The ladies Of the Methodist church gave
supper ut the academy in town en-
Thursday night to obtain funds TO repair
the Methodist parsonage. There were
large number OF people In attendance,
and SIS was taken In.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
L,x.,v Demand for Ov.t.r..

WILLIAMSBURG. VA. December D.
Special 1.-THE oyster-planters on York
river report the bivaives TO be now In
great demand. owing perhaps to the cold
snap. kilograms for the past few days
have been coming in urging the planters
to ship at once to Norfolk, Baltimore. and
other northern cities. The prices have
also considerably increased, much to the
delight Of the planters, who for so LONG
have been compelled to sell for very low
prices,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
yerdict Of Guilty E.pected.

ABINGDON. VA. December 2o.-tspe-
ciaL)-The trial Of Jack Haga. charged
with felonious assault on Eliza Hutch
inson. has occupied the County Court the
greater part Of the week. and will pro-
baby be concluded Monday. The evil
aence Is very damaging. and verdict OF
guilty Is anticipated. Haga's accomplices
in the crime has been tried, and con-
victed and gwen long terms in the peni-
tentiary
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
EDITOR HERRIcK RETlRES.
Wilson Teachers to Meet and a Brilliant
Wedding on the Cards.

WILSON, n. c., December 2s.-(Spe-
cial)-Mr. II. ]. Herrick has retired from
the editorial management of the Wilson
Mirror. Hereafter the paper will he con-
Quoted under the management Of Mr. G.
w Blount, the owner.
Next Saturday the Wilson County
Teachers Association will meet at Elm
City. An attractive programme has been
arranged for the occasion.
A brilliant marriage is on the tapis for
next Wednesday evening. Mr.. Harry Nc
Nair OF this town, viii lead 10 the altar
Miss Mary Groves Conner, the accom-
pllshed daughter of Judge Common, OF this
county. The marriage will be solemnized
in St. Timothys Episcopal church.
Last night was the coolest experienced
here since January, 1893.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
Coal-Mine Situation.

MASSILLON, o., December 2e.-Miners
are reported out OF house-coal to-day, and
there Is not enough fuel above ground
to keep the pumps going. The operators
must soon buy outside coal TO prevent
destruction of their property. The wealth
er may hold the trump cards IN the de-
plorable situation, unless 1t soon mode
rates.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
FIRE NEAR THE UNIVERSITY.
A Students Books and Property Destroyed.
Death of Mr.. Mark wood-Law- Breakers.

Death OF Mr.. NiarkWOOu-LuW-D reahcrss
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. December
29.-(Special.) Fire about IL O'clock last
night at the residence Of Major Berkeley
near the university. caused damage
TO the house and furniture of about 800.
Ii is not known how the fire originated
except that It started In the room OF
Mr.. Holllns Randolph, a student OF the
university, whose books and other per-
sonal property were destroyed.
Mr.. Ashby hardwood, son OF Mr.. F.
NJ. Msrkwood, died about $3.50 o'clock this
morning OF consumption; aged q years
He was on the streets Wednesday. He
was a member OF Central City Council.
Junior Order United American Mechanics,
by whom he will be buried. His funeral
Will take place tomorrow afternoon at
the Methodist church.
About fifty citizens were before II c
Mayor this morning for not complying
with the ordinance in reference to cleaa-
ing snow from sidewalks. All the
churches, with one exception Che Metho-
dlsO, were included in the list OF law
breakers.
The electric street-car line will be in
operation by January Sd.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
Doubie Execution March Iath.

RALEIGH. N. c.. December 2s.--tSpe-
ciai. )-Govxrnor Carr to-day issued war
rant for the execution OF Billy Mcdaniel
ard Henry Webb. at Asheviile. March
18th. They murdered man few months
ago because he went home with woman.
They were sentenced to be hanged Jsnu-
AIRY nth. They appealed. but had no
case. and the Supreme Court affirmed the
decision OF the Superior Court.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
Saved from an Awful Death.

SCRANTON, PA, December 2s.-Four-
teen workmen were rescued from the
burning mine at Olyphant at O'clock
this morning after having been imprison-
ed all night. The rescued party COM
prise William Evans tthe foreman), Frank
Bennett 0he englneer), Patrick Brennan.
Charles Williams. Frank McCabe, and
nine Hungarian laborers.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
FRUIT GROWERS FOR HALIFAX.
A Proposed Colony of 800 to Como from
Michigan-Personal.

WELDON. n. c., December 29.-(Spe-
cial)-A gentleman OF Jackson. Mich. is
in correspondence with DR.. Harris. of
Littleton. with a view Of purchasing a
large number OF acres of land near Pan
acea Springs for the purpose OF bringing
down a colony Of 900 fruit-growers.
Mr.. S. Il. Pierce returned to the Uni
versity OF Virginia to-day.
Mrs. w. l.. Tilghman. OF Portsmouth.
who has been here on a visit, returned
home to-day,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
WAR ON THE POSTAL TELEGRAPH.
Dies Manufacturing Company to Resume
Work-Personal Notes.


ALEXANDRIA, VA, December e.
Special. lin a short time Alexandria will
begin to wage war upon the Postal Tele-
graph Company, which Is In operation
here. This company has refused to pay
the license tax OF 500 imposed upon them
by the city. and 1t is to be made to do
so. The Mayor Is to arrest and fine Mr..
Charles Il. Daley. the company's agent
In this city, and II Is likely that the final
decision will be given by the United
States Court before the case Is ended.
The Dies manufacturing plant. which
shut down for the holidays on Saturday
last, will resume work with large force
OF hands Immediately after New Years.
Rev. Father Carne. assistant pastor OF
Sacred-H Heart church. Richmond. is In
this city visiting relatives.
Rev. Father Kenehck, formerly OF
Richmond but now assistant pastor OF
st. Mary's church. Of this city. has left
for Richmond. to visit relatives there.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-30
FEDERAL TREASURY FACTS.
Effect Of the New Tariff Law-Go!d Re.
serve Depletion.


WASHINGTON, December 29.-The first
six months OF the current fiscal year
-four months Of which have come under
the operation OF the new tariff law give
indications OF what may reasonably be ex-
pected In the months to come. after the
new tariff law has become effective In
all It's multitudlnous details. The re-
ceipts for the six months have aggre-
gated 1880, 900. and the expenditures
for the same time have been SlSs, 1900.
an excess OF expenditures over receipts
of 2S,5oo0O0. For the corresponding period
OF the last fiscal year the excess Of ex-
penditures over receipts was s3S, 900, 600.
Less than s2,5oo.00o have been received
from the newly-imposed duty on sugar,
which first appears in any appreciate
amount in this months receipts. Nothing,
OF course, has been received from the
income-tax. which does not go into effect
until January /. 1895, An annual revenue
OF S55,O0,0Oo or more. 1t is anticipated,