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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-27
THE ATLANTA READY
REMOVAL or THE WOODEN BULK.
HEADS NAY GIVE MORE WORK.
Foot HALL Cameo a. N6rfoIk-Large Christ.
mas shipments--Gsed Winter Sea-
son 90 Virginia Beach.

NORFOLK. VA. December S-tSpe-
ciaI )--Capsain Il. J. Cromwell will ar
rive from the North tomorrow and 10 on
board his ship. the United States steamer
Atlanta. everything being in readiness
to leave. IL Is hoped the removal of the
wooden bulkheads in the new steel ships
will bring good deal OF work to this
yard.
PORTSMOUTH WINS.
Football between Norfolk and Ports
mouth teams drew large crowd to Client
yesterday afternoon. snd the contest was
won by POI tsmouth In a score OF l6 TO 0.
An offer OF $4,000 for the Portsmouth
street railway has been refused.
The college boys OF this city and the
football team OF Hampton play at the
Young Mems Christian Association Park
tomorrow afternoon. and this will be the
last game OF the season here.
The shipments by rail and steamer
through this pert this Christmas have
been larger than ever known before.
The winter season at Virginia Beach
is fair, and tie Princess Anne Hotel has
about forty boarders.
DENNIS-EYERETT.
Al tie COurt-StTeet Presbyterian church
in Portsmouth this afternoon Mr.. Wilber-
force II. Dennis, successful young
trucker OF West Norfolk section, and Miss
Mariana Everett, daughter of Captain
J. C. Everett. of Park View. were united
In marriage by Rev. J. L. Allison. The
bridal party at once drove to their home.
in the country. where a reception awaited
them.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-27
CHANGE or EQUITABLE AGENTS.
Mr.. West VIII Retire aud lie Succeeded
by Howard Swinsrord s. Co.

Mr. John@fS West. who has for several
years represented the Equitable Life In
surance Company in this city as It's gene
raj agent. has resigned that position. and
SIR. Howard Swineford. has been ap-
pointed TO succeed him. The change Will
take effect the first OF the year.
Mr.. Swineford has represented the Mu-
tual Life Insurance Company. Of New
York. In this city for twenty-five years
and is one OF the most successful in
SUrance men In this section OF the c0un-
the Mutual TO accept the position with
the Equitable. and has also made a change
in his hrm. which will, after the LIST, be
Howard Swineiord d Co. his partners
being his son. Mr. oscar Swineford, and
his sOn-in-law. Mr.. Frank ". Dana.
The general agency Of the Mutual Will
he transferred 10 the Baltimore Office.
and Mr.. o. +. Brace. the general agent
ior Maryiand VIII be given control OF
this territory also. He viii have his head
quarters in Baltimore. but has leased the
rooms in the Chamber OF Commerce build
ing now occupied by the Equitable com
pany. where the Office of the Mutual will
be established. Mr.. Freeman. who has had
form a Ike service for the Mutual. and
with the exception OF a number OF solicit
tors. VIII be the only employee located
in this city The rest OF the Mutual
business viii be transacted from Balt-
more
Mr.. Swineford viii continue his office
at his old stand. No. HOS east Main stree l.
and viii retain ali Of the Equitable solicit
tors In his employ. He has rendered n
position 10 Nj West. and that gentleman
still has II under consideration. This
change will not at all affect the policy
holders in either company. as the bust
ness VIII be carried on here as usual Mr.
Swinsford will continue TO handle his fire
Insurance business.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-27
NO EPIDEMIC OF SMALLPOX.
There Has Been Only One Death In West
moreiand Counfy-A Negro Escapes.


WARSAW, VA, December 5.-tSpecial)
There Is no truth in the report that small
pox has broken out at this place. or that
there is any symptom OF the disease here.
There are several cases in a colored
family near Nomini Ferry, Westmoreland
county, a distance OF fifteen miles IRON
here. These are the only cases TO be found
In the Northern Neck. A coiored woman
named Mary Taylor died in Washington
about two weeks ago, and her remains
were brought here. and buried at CIarks-
VILE church. about three quarters or a
mile from the village. Since her death and
burial the fact mas developed in Washing
ton that the deceased died OF smallpox.
Several colored persons VINO accom-
panied her remains TO this place are re
ported by the Washington papers 10 be
now sick with smallpox in that city.
Whilst the authorities here apprehend no
danger. still they have exercised every
precaution, lest the disease should break
out, and among those VINO were thrown IN
contact with the deceased woman
friends, who accompanied her remains
here there has been one death In West
moreland county by the disease.
John Thomas Lewis (colored), who was
arrested several days ago In Washing
ton and brought TO Westmoreland county
upon the charge Of stealing a horse ana
road-cart from Mr.. Blanden ID. Belheld,
OF Westmoreland county, on the Sd in
slant, made his escape from the jail AT
Montross on yesterday morning by
breaking the hinges of the cell-door ana
secreting himself in the hallway of the
jall When the jailer-George W. Sandy
carried him his breakfast yesterday, ne
was alone. and as he entered the jail he
was confronted by Lewis. who threatened
his life, and at the same time struck at
him with a large club. and made
rush for the door. and fed. The jailer
formed a posse, and pursued the negro.
but UP to this hour he mas not been APP
pretended.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-27
SOLDTO ASYNDICATE|
THE snocco SPRINGS PROPERTY
ONCE A FASHIONABLE RESORT.
Movement for . Reforsnasoyy- Projected
New Railroad--1oo.0oo Aeres Par
chased In Moore County.

RALEIGH. N. c.. December @.-tspe-
cial)-The stocco Springs property. In
Warren county. has been sold TO syndi-
cate of northern sportsmen for $1,000.
For a great many years before the war
this was the most fashionable summer re-
sort In the State.
The movement for a reformatory for
young criminals Is now SO strong and
earnest that It's friends assert the next
Legislature will establish this much-need-
cd institution. Governor Carr Will
warmly recommend Il.
The condition OF little Bessie Atkinson.
Of Fayetteville. who was fr!ghtfully
burned by a lamp explosion there Satur-
day. is yet critical Both her eyes are
destroyed. The explosion injured two
other persons.
NOW DENIED.
The statement WAS made, on what ap-
peared to be good authority. that each OF
the cotton-nills In what Is known as the
plaid trust" had made s20.00o during the
past twelve months. This statement Is
now denied by members Of the trust. The
latter Is known In the trade as the Cone
Export Company.
The chief attack Of the Illicit whiskey
dealers at Rutherfordton was upon the
Democrat. newspaper The latter repeats
It's attack upon these dealers. and charges
that the authorities have not hunted them
down as they should have done.
A company which has bought large
tracts OF juniper timber in Dare county
srfv Of py,it n IA a
gislature for a charter The company
has considerable capital and viii work up
the timber.
A new company will ask the Legislature
for a charter for a railway from Sanford,
on the Seaboard Airline. in Moore coun-
ty. to a point somewhere In Harnett coun-
ty. by way OF Ellington.
A NEW TOWN.
1t Is Earned that i company has bought
10000 acres of land in Moore county.
quite near Soutnern Pines, and will le-
velop 1t for town sit for northern se.-
tiers. The lands ar along the railway
Notice Is given tnat thu next semi-an-
nual sale OF North Carolina-bred horses
viii be held here February 18th and 1ith.
Colonel Thomas s. Kenan. clerk OF the
Supreme Court. has for two days been
very sick. but mis- condition Il to-day COL
slerably improved.
l.. c. Eiwardc, OF Oxford. Is to be put
forward by some OF the Republicans as
candidate for the vacancy which mex
month occurs on the Railway Commission.
Ten captains Of companies in the state
Guard were at the December election
rrade field officers OF the various resl-
ments. ard as a result there are many
vacancies 10 be filled.
DYNAMITE EXPLOSIONS.
There is a good deal of excitement at
Rutherforiion. ewing 10 repeated exrlo-
siOns OF dynamite in the towl by Illicit
lquor-sellers. Two OF the latter attempted
TO bribe a negro to blow up a bank there
but the negro exposed and denounced
them, and they were arrested. They are
white men. Dynamite was exploded at
ore OF the newspaper Offices. but did lit.l
de mage.
Burglars got $50 from the safe Of NJ
Salkey. Wilmington merchant, late Sa--
iIday night.
The people OF Wilmington sent mcsi
generous gift 10 the inmates OF the Sol
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-27
Va. They have the bes, wishes OF host
OF friends.

The marriage OF Miss Maggie l.. Cobb
70 Mr.. Henry Kemp was scsennixed ny
tne home OF the brides parents. Mr.. and
Va, az ifsso a, M christmas.day by ire
Rev. j. L.. Chitty. The bride Is the young
est and accomplished daughter OF MT.
Jesse L. Cobb, one Of the best farmers
son OF Captain Thomas Kemp OF Ens>
land. who IL manager OF the Union
Watch Company and IS also CONNECTED
with the Baltirnorc supply Company. The
bride was attircd in n pretty suit OF
white silk. trimmed with pearls. ana
carrying a bouquet OF Marechat Neil
r?ses Her maid o. honor was Miss
Tired In pink silk, trimmed with cream
lace and pink ribbons. The groom's best
man was Mr. w. Knox, of Columbus. O.
Mr. and Mrs Kemp arrived yesterday AZ
neal, I'll east Clay street, where a re-
cepiion was 20 be given this evening. but
owing 90 the extreme illness OF Mrs. Car.
neafs mother. Mrs. Buckwalter. 10 will
be indefinitely postponed.
MARRIED IN WASHINGTON.
Mr.. William a. Bigger, son OF Captain
Charles y. Bigger. commandant OF the
soldiers Home. and Miss May Golden
berg. n daughter OF Mr.. Charles Golden
berg. Of the firm OF Goidenberg a Brother,
corner Of Eighth and Broad streets, eloped
90 Washington Tuesday night on the 7:io
o'clock ;nain. and were married In that
city yesterday.
The young lady. who "a quite pretty and
attractive. left her home In the afternoon
OF the 18th. oStensib,y TO attend a party
given az the residence OF Mr.. Eichel. on
the Brook road. she went. however, TO
the depot. where she Joined Mr.. Bigger.
A telegram announcing their marriage
was received by the parents OF the bride
yesterday afternoon. They accepted the
affair very gracefully. and when seen by
R Dispatch man. said that the age OF
their daughter. who Is only Is. was their
only objection to the marriage
Mr.. Bigger IS a very popular young
man, and Is employed as a travelling
salesman by Messrs. Purcell. Ladd &
Co.
The couple have not yet returned to the
civ
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-27
HOW THEY CELEBRATED CHRISTMAS.
A Fight Between White Men and Negroes.
Two Men Badly Hurt.

There was lively scrapping- match on
] street, just beyond the corporate limits,
on the afternoon of Christmas-day. 4
party of young white men were IN
O'Neilrs place on Williamsburg avenue.
pitching quoits Three OF their number
Messrs. Charles s. Hudson. Irwin Mills,
and James Flood--stepped outside. on
street, and were standing in conversation
when big negro approached them, OF
fered them some offensive language. ana
slapped one Of them. \ fight ensued, ana
about a dozen unknown negroes, friends
% the coiOred man who provoked the uliil-
Guilty, took hand in the melee.
IL was apparent that the "dauntless
three could not combat with so many,
and one Of the white men ran back 10
the saloon. and told those who remained
al the Quoit-game what was going on
Soon all the white contingent were upon
the scene OF the fracas giving hearty sup
port TO their companions. Bricks ana
stones were used with impunity, and one
negro was seriously hurt. The black side
however. had administered brutal punish
ment TO Charles Hudson, having beaten
and stamped him about the face and
head Mr.. Hudson is a timer. and resides
al No. PIP NJ street. No arrests have yet
been made. as the names OF the negroes
are not known 10 the authorities.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-27
THE HoLsTeAD coURT-MARTlAL.
1t Is Said That the Body VIII Not Pro-
coed with the Inquiry.

From what can be learned. the indiea-
tons are that the general court-martial
ordered to convene at the Armory this
morning al 5 o'clock 10 try Lieutenant
John Holstead Will not proceed with the
Investigation. even If it assemblies.
Mr. Holstead said TO Dispatch man
last night that Captain X. w. Iomiln'
adjutaHt Of the Fourth Regiment. In Nor
folk, who is also Judge-adVocate or the
court. called upon him yesterday, ana
officially informed him that the court
would not meet to-day. Other oflcers VINO
were seen. and who are witnesses IN the
case stated that they had received no
notification that the court had been post
Ii win be remembered that some days
since Governor O'Ferrall issued an order
practically making void the order issued
bv Governor Cameron In relation TO
courts-martal. and now all orders LOT
cou.ts-martial OF whatsoever nature nave
t. be first submitted 10 the Adlutant-
General before they become operative.
= he order for the general court TO Try
lieutenant Holstead was issued prior 10
the Issuance OF the Governors ORDER.
Hence the question Of the validity or the
court presents itself, and VIII doubtless
be raised.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-27
PRETTY MARRIAGE AT NAT. BRIDGE.
Young Scotchman Leads One OF Vir-
gInIa's Fair Daughters to the Altar.

NATURAL BRIDGE. VA, December
26.-(Special)-One of the prettiest mar
riages was celebrated at the Baptist
church yesterday at $50 +. NJ. The con-
tracing parties were Mr.. John McFar-
lane Starke, late OF Scotland, and Miss
Ruby S. Wilson. youngest daughter OF
James A. Wilson, Esq, OF Sherwood, va.
Long before the hour arrived the church
was crowded by friends OF the bride ana
groom. both of whom were quite popular
in this neighborhood. The church was
beautifully decorated with evergreens by
friends Of the bride. The wedding l ma arch
Snindle' of salem. Va. The bridal party
was preceded by the ushers-Messrs. Jo-
seph T Wilson and q. Gordon LONE
David Burks and John Il. Harris. Then
came up the right aisle Miss katherine
Burger and Miss Gertrude Starke, hrst
and second bridesmaids. ROBBED in lovely
gowns OF cream silk null. followed by
the bride. attired in becoming cream
gown, leaning on the arm OF MISS Grace
Starke cousin of the groom, who wa,
also clad in cream silk null. Up the left
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-27
clsrs Home here. including fsh ana sy'.
tkrs.


SCOTLAND NECK. N. C.. Decenber
IS -tSpeciai)-There were several Cnrist-
mas accidents and other casualties mere
abouts. Mrs. +. A. Council, at 1liiefy'
took up a loaded pistol. which ner nus.
band had laid down, and II accidentally
fired. sending the BAH through her hand.
and cutting her thumb as IL passed out
The wound was painful. but not serious
AZ Mr.. w. II. Busterwor,n's rarm. on the
river, two colored men. William Lee anu
Jim Virgins, became engaged in a scune
over a shotgun, when one was 30 badly
shot in his right arm that II had to De
amputated yesterday. Drs. whitehead and
Mcdowell performed the operation. anu
reported the man In a bad plight: Inc
men were drinking when the trouble &C.
CURED. While 10 was called accidental.
some thought that II was not altogether
an accident.
Two coiored men. named George Tnomp-
son and Reddick Virgins, got into a din
Guilty at Spring Hill virgins abused
Thompson's boy, and Thompson shot him
in the leg with shotgun. Two coiored
boys In Scotland Neck got into a din
Guilty OF words over q saddle. and, fearing
arrest In town. they went outside OF town
to settle the matter I'm the ring, as prize
fighters. Ii resulted In a bloodless duel.
but some arrests by the constable foi-
lowed.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-27
CrceuvilIe's Personal Paragraphs.

GREENvILLE. n. c.. December 2c-
Especial. -Congressnan-elect Harry Skin
ner returned home Christmas-eve from a
short visit TO Washington city.
Mr.. G. r. King. clerk TO Congressman
Branch, came home Christmas-eye from
Washington to spend the holidays.
Rev. ]. II. Lamberth, who has been here
for two years, preached his parting SER
mon as pastor OF the Baptist church on
Sunday night. and left this morning for
MI. Airy. N. c.. where he has accepted
a pastorate.
Mr.. and Mrs. c. T. Munford left this
morning to spend a few days in Wilson.
Rev. J. c. Mccall. who the past year
has been assistant pastor OF the Methodist
church here. left this morning for Muir
frsesboro, his new field.
Rev. C. J. Woodson and family, Of
Gainesville. are spending the holidays with
relatives here.
Mr.. ID. s. Smith left this evening to
visit relatives in Greene county.
Miss Bruce Sutton. who spent week
with relatives here. left yesterday for her
home, near Kinston.
Miss Thornhlll Of Richmond. Is spend
ing the holidays with friends here.
Mr.. J. c. Greene. Of Norfolk. Is visiting
his mother here.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-27
Mean temperature........
NEW YORK STOCK MARKET.


NEW YORK, December 26.--Without
much pressure TO sell, the stock market
to-day sank to a lower level. At the Open
ing. Distillers. Chicago Gas, and Reading
showed firmness, Distillers RISING rs. TO
l1s; Chicago Gas IA. to 727s; Reading u
TO l6is. The improvement in the nrst-
named was due to rumors that the anti
administration party were buying the
stock in the hope OF ousting the Greenhut
party. The talk about dividend was re-
yiyed. and II was contended that unless
there was material improvement, stock
holders would stand but a poor chance OF
getting anything.
st. Paul declined to ISIS. Northwestern
TO ssS. Burlington to 7oS. and Rock
Island 10 6lia. The Anthracite Coalers
were also weak late in the day. Jersey
Central dropping from 93is 10 9is. Della
ware and Hudson rs. TO i25lz, while
Reading lost its early gain and recedsd
to l6i. dl5n. A.,
As the time approaches for the dlvi-
dend on Jersey Central, rumors about
reduction OF the rate are being revived
Atchison securities were all weaker. ana
lost 9sqlb per cent. IL Is now announced
that the plan Will not be made public De-
fore the middle OF January.
among the Industrlals, and the common
dropped lts. TO 5l2; the preferred 3, TO IS,
and the guaranteed 3&. 20 los, Absence
OF support, stop orders and the closing
out on the loan account for the drop.
II was again stated that the company mas
the funds necessary for It's interest due
January ist.
There were moderate POPULATIONS IN
Lead. Cotton OIL and Bay State Gas,
and these stocks declined anywhere from
ia TO 2i2 per cent. The holiday In London
added TO the prevailing dulness. There
was no news OF special importance. ex-
cept perhaps the st. Paul statement Tor
NovemAsr Exchange ruled shade iirmer'
but there was less talk about gold ex-
ports. -
Speculation closed irregular and In the
main weak. The bond market was weak
The sales OF listed stocks aggregated
10000 shares; OF unlisted. 5000.
Treasury balances: Coin, sS2,3s2.Ooo; cur
rency, S6,n7.eO.
MONEY AND EXCHANGE.
Money on call easy at 11zg2 per cent. ;
last loan at II. and closing offered az IA
per cent. prime mercantile paper Saf per
cent. .,,
Bar silver 5g9.. Silver at the board 5sA'
bid. go
Sterling exchange strong, with actual
business in bankers bills at Ns'f3gte. y
for sixty days, and s. sizft4 MA ior de-
mand; posted rates, siSea@ssis; commer'
cial bills, $+S14 GiNk.
Government bonds weak. state pohds
firm. Railroads bonds weak.
STOCK QUOTATIONS.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-27
ARE IN CONFERENCE.
..r ATTosNeY-csNeRAl AND Gov
,lsNoe DISCUSS TIE SOCK MATTER.
81 Of Mr. Nsssey-Course Of Action
10, Decided Upon--The Norfolk
Jadgcship-Smsii-P

,..,-.fv-Gcacrai Il. Taylor Scott ar
.o ,he city las; night from Warren
.-1 v.at Immediately to the Exeeu-
MANSION. where he held c6nsalts-
..a the Governor touching the
'-- asslas; ne STATE Board OF Eau.
made BY ihe Norfolk Pilot IN It's
- sunday. The Attorney-GeHeral
....., tie article uatn he Teaehed
o. when the Governor ami the
..,,.5 .neral we're seen BY a Dis
,....,r they said they had nothing
ON. .; present regarding the mat
g. MIR MAssEYs DENIAL
.,. received las, night from Char
.....U. says;
". Hon. John /. Massey, Supefin-
..-. 5. PubHc Instruction. WAS first
r.ss-cnce 20 the charge OF cor
-..Hrn With the American Book
.... l. declined 10 say anything for
.... ggn,s. hut to-day he pro
h. Norfolk Filots article as
.a3 untrue. he was too busy
.....-..r. detailed reply 20 the charges.
$685.. ...Ife within the next few days
...tr. c.arse he viii adopt in the mat
.r.- conference with the other
..., q the state Board OF Educa-
\ rl.r NORFOLK JUDGEsHIP.
J, -Hsn from Norfolk, composed OF
.....r. gentlemen called upon the
- Yesterday and spent some two
u-e him urging the appointment
r- John H. Jenkins 10 the Corpora
., ~ Norfolk: Colonel L. u.
49,. .ri Nessrs. pevereux Doyle. Ed
. Iarl. james L. Heath. Jr.. and
NH- members Of the bar and
l.. Wear. Med. L. Wrenn. Z. A
@ and Charles 4. McCOmb. The
.--il.o Tor the position Is Mr..
! Ite Governor is giving the
% thc arp,intmeat the most care
ton. and is expected 10 an
Dis decision to-day
SMALLPOX ~ KING WILLIAM
C..- DFerrall received telegram
v.- yrg that there was a case
smallpox upon the Pamunkey rpserva-
-- william county. and imme-
. rr,l ;he Comm0nwealihs At
che county 10 take steps 70
.-..-..t the man Subsequently, the
h1. q inference with Or. Op-
..-. p-e-iiel; Of the City Board
a-l the latter VIII 50 down 70
...- .-.al- th.s morning. There he
--. hF the Commonwealth At
t---r r. WI go % the reservation and
g.. ... tho reported c-se.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-27
The Work of a Toy Cannon.

Five lads were painfully injured while
operating a toy cannon al the corner OF
Louisiana street and Williamsburg avenue
81 Christnas day, They lad a pound OF
nowder In a hat, the explosive having
ben procured for use in the piece OF
artiIlery. and some one accidentally threw
a frecracker into the hat There was an
ernIosIon. in which Masters Alexander
McCabe. Frank Cbildress. Charles Seal.
and Ernest and Frank Britton were quite
hadly. though not seriously burned about
their heads and faces The ages OF the
boys ranged from II 70 10 years, ana they
reside In Fulton. They were taken 10
their homes. where they Will probably be
cnnfined for several days.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-27
Certificate. Being Deposited.

The Farmers Loan and Trust Company.
OF New York, which already holds on de-
,.osit 40 600 Ol0 of Virginia deferred GER
iincates OF ISL. Is now receiving Virginia
deferred certificates OF later issues. These
latter are deposited with a view to In
Guiding them in the negotiation now pend
Ing between the commission appointed by
the state OF Virginia and the authorities
or West Virginia for the settlement of
this debt. The later-issued certificates are
deposited under the control OF the commit
New YORK: III. ID. Christian. Of Richmond.
Va. and George 7. Raft. OF London, Eng.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-12-27
MRS. JOSEPHINE A. WooDsoN DEAD.
a Good Woman Carried on by Pneumo-
nia-The Funeral on Friday.

ASHLAND. December 26.-(Special)-
Mrs. Josephine a. Woodson, wife OF Col
onel John L. Woodson. and eldest daugh-
ter of Mr.. w Il. and Mrs. VI. NJ. lroy,
died here this afternoon at $50 o'clock OF
pneumonia, in the 6Oth year OF her age.
For years she has been known throughout
this section OF Virginia. At one time che
kept the hotel at Hanover Courthouse,
and for the past ten years has been so
occupied In Ashland. where. by her uni
form kindness of heart and thorough at
rention 10 business, she has won a reputa-
ton which she well deserved. No one
who ever crossed her door had aught but
good to say of her. and her death is a
severe blow TO not only her family and
friends. but TO this community. Her fune-
raj will take place from her late residence
on Friday, at 2.SO Z. NJ, and her remains
will be buried in Woodland Cemetery.
where the services of the Presbyterian
Church will be held.