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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
GENERAL WALKRR's CANVASS
lie Speaks at Marion, but Does Not Divide
Time with Democrats.

.IARlON, VA, Aug. H-Speclal- The
opening OF the August term Of the Cir
cult Court. together with the announce
mcnt that there would be- political speak
ing. brought the usual crowd TO town
to-day. General Walker. the Republican
nominee for Congress, spoke 10 court
house fun OF people, there being many
Democrats i'm the assembly. The terms
asked boy the Democrats for a division Of
time were rejected. hence there was no
Joint discusS,n. General Walker spoke
for two hours. exposing. as he conceived
them the mlsdoiugs OF the Democratic
party. and President Cleveland IN par
tinu,ar Many who heard him say that
his speech was similar 20 one made here
some years ago against the Republican
rradiuStrrs, only that 10 was in reverse
order The enthusiasm created by the
sne.ch was not Volumionus. and II the
democrats at the recalled convention at
Bristol on the 18th instant make no mis-
take I'm naming a standard bearer, VIC
tory will perch on the banner Of DemOc-
racy in November next.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
OfInferest To Mothers.

The success OF Mrs. Annie NJ. Beam,
OF McKeesport Pa, in the treatment
Of diarrhoea in her children VIII IN
ers. She says: Il spent several weeks
i'm Johnstown, Pa, after the great Hood.
on account Of my husband being employ
Ell there We had several children
with us. two OF whom took the diar-
rhoea very badly. ! got some OF Cham
berlains collie Cholera and Diarrhoea
Remedy from Rev Mr.. Chapman. 1t
cured both OF them. I knew OF several
other cases where II was equally success
full. ! think il cannot be excelled and
cheerfully recommend IT," y and 20
cent bottles for sale by owens q Minor
Drug Company. L. VI. Slaughter. T.. p.
Reeves X CO., and W. G.. Forstmann.
druggists.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
STEVENSON and HUI.
The President and the seBat in Al
bemarIe-Mr. Troy Kesignation.

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA, Aug. IL
l.-Vice-President Stevenson and
senator KIN, accompanied by Colonel Me-
Evan. of Washington, arrived here at 8
o'clock this afternoon, and We're driven
to Monticello. They are the guests OF
the Hon. Jefferson VI. Levy who has Just
returned from Europe.
4. o. Troy, assistant superintendent OF
the Virginia Midland and Washington and
Ohio divisions OF the Southern railway,
has rendered his resignation, 10 take
effect September lst He was requested
TO reconsider his determination.
George Clements has been lodged In jail
I'm this city, charged with killing Benja-
min r. SprOuse ten days ago. The homi-
eide occurred In a remote section Of Abe
marie, and the facts in the case cannot
be learned tonight.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
LIE a1AYoKs cOrRr.

The following business was transacted
in the Mayors Court yesterday.
Fannie Miller Ccolored), charged with
being drunk and disorderly on the street;
fined SO.
Dennis Harris |colored), charged with
being drunk and disorIerly; fined $3.50 and
costs. harris was also charged WIN rc-
slsting the chief OF Police In the dis
charge Of his duty. The chief Was com
PEELED to give him Il crack over his head
before he could De conquered. On this
charge he was discharged.
Mr.. X. J. Gillian. Of POwhatan county,
was In the city yesterday.
Master Willie .. Topham. Of Williams
burg. Is visiting relatives In this city
Mr. Thomas Neisler. chairman or the
Peoples party Of Manchester has called
a meeting of his party at $50 r. NJ, Au-
gust Pa. at the corner Of Ninth and Hun
streets. TO elect delegates 10 the congress
sional convention 10 be held at Henrico
court house, August 2tsh.
Joseph Kelley and Charles Clarke, the
nv, white men who were arrested Mon
dav afternoon with team in their pos
session that didn't belong 10 them and
who were held for the Richmond authori-
ties. were liberated in the afternoon.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22

Messrs \. d. Landerkin and ;. II.
Coftrell of the Common Council. and
& N. Hardwicke OF the Board of Alder
men. have been appointed proxies TO
represent the city OF Richmond at the
meeting of the Virginia state Agricui-
tural and Mechanical Society to serve
5lessrs. Joseph Wallerstcin, II. J..
Carter. and \. -. Landerkin of the
common Council and Messrs. T.. -.
Starke and James T. Vaughan Of the
Hr~rd of Aldermen. have been appointed
members of the special committee, who
are 10 confer with the authorities Of the
Norfolk and Western railroad in regard
TO extending their road TO the city Of
Ipie1rpoul
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
Tariff lsill Passed

Let It be hoped now. inasmu,h az the
tariff hii has passed both Houses OF
Congress. that the business Of the coun-
try N all of It's branches viii gradually
recover its usual prosperity.
Now is the time TO invest the idle and
unproductive money that has been hill
away in the old bank books, etc, during
the Tast twelve months.
call AT the Office OF the american
Home Building and Loan Association"
and invest I'm their 6, Z, and s per cent.
bearing. paid-up stock, Fully Sc
cured by first real estate mortgages.
Home office 10. / north Tenth 81. ct.
l. A. PATTFE. OTIS r. RUSSELL,
Secretary. President.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22

number Of Richmond's best amateur vo-
caliSts. the caste has not been made up,
except az to those already mentioned
Eugene n. Cloves, the Captain" Cap
tain Frank Cunningham Ralph" and
Miss Ida Robinson, Josephine" But
tercup" will probably be taken by Mrs
Knowles or Mrs. DurTett.
The revival Of this most popular of all
OF Gilbert and Sullivan's beautiful comic
operas Is creating quite an interest. and
the best amateurs Of Richmond are offer
Ing their services.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
The Groom Was Not There.

Alfred Smith and Maggie Starke were
IN have been married in Henrico county
yesterday. Their cOlorel friends as
sembled. and all was in readiness Tor
the ceremony save that the groom was
missing. lie did not appear. and the
bride went on a wild search for him.
Thinking he might have gotten into the
clutches Of the law. she visited the Jan
and made a tour OF the corridor, looh!II.
for her woull-be spouse: but though rl9
TAILOR paraded before her every coloreu
person. she found him not.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
New Catholic Church Dedicated.

CONVICTION, VA, Aug. 2.-Special.-
The new Catholic church at this place was
dedicated on Sunday last. Bishop Van
de Vyver. OF Richmond, preached the
dedlcatorv sermon. after which ne con-
frmed class OF seven. The Bishop S
discourse was particularly eloquent and
Instructive. The new efitce Is one Of the
handsomest In the city. and starts or
with a fattering membership: The pastor
Is Father Kelly, formerly Of Sacred Heart
church. Richmond, Va
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22

sl4 VIA DIRECT ALL-RAIL ROUTE.

sl4 VIA DIRECT ALL-RAIL ROUTE.
Niagara Tours will leave Washington
by special train over Pennsylvania rail-
r0al, August I'D. september LIST and
nth, through the picturesque valley
of the Susquehanna and the ia
nous Lake Region OF New York.
Round-trp from Richmond only Sl4.
via Richmond Fredericksburg and Po-
tomac railroad. Tickets limited eleven
days. and good to stop at Watkins Glenn
and Rochester, returning via Buffalo.
For full information apply TO
c. A. TAYLOR. Traffic Manager.
Byrd-Street Station.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
Select Weekly Excursions to Atlantic city,
Caue MAY and Sea Isle City.

Snecial train caves Washington from
PENNSYLVANIA railroad depot Friday,
August 24th and 3lst and Saturdays,
August 18th and 18th. at II A. VI.
Richmond. Fredericksburg and Iotomac
train leaves Richmond at A. NJ, ar
rives Washington in time for the special
train , 49,, x
Tickets good to return by regular trains
mn the following Tuesday. Apply 10
u''''' c. A. TAYLOR.
Traffic Manager.
Byrd-Street Station.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
Snort McAl.stcr lmiraying.

Robert Gaylors company in Sport Nc
Allister," gave n more finished perform
ance last evening.
shortened and the living pictures" were
executed with more artistic effect. The
small audience present was we'll pleased
and unrelenting in their applause. The
engagement closed with the fall Of the
curtain on the last act.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22

A chance for everybody TO visit the
capital of the United States is offered by
the Richmond. Fredericksburg and Poto..
mac railroad during the KNIGHTS or
pvthias conceive. Tickets will be sold
ar the one fare rate. $3.50. for the TO mi
trip' August sd TO 18th. inclusive. good
until September 9Th and by special ar
rangements these tickets may be extend
Ell until September 18th. Several trains
each way daily connect the cities In a
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
Fitzgerald Tor Congress

BOSTON, Aug. 2l-Mlchael d. Fltzger-
aid. commander OF the New England In
dustrial army, that travelled from Boston
TO Washington. was nominated for Con-
gress in the Nineteenth district last night
10y the Socialist Labor party. This IS the
district now represented by Congressman
VI. J. McEttrick. Patrick +. ONeill was
nominated by the same party In Con-
gresham J. II. O'NeLls district. the
Ninth
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22

Are you going 20 Washington during
the Knights OF Pythias conclave? II
so. the Richmond. Fredericksburg and
Potomac railroad will sell you ticket
al $3.50 for the round trip from August
2}d 10 18th, inclusive. good until Septem-
Der 9Th. Several solid trains in each
direction daily.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
law and Fuuity Court.

Judge Minor yesterday granted an in
function In the Law and Equity Court in
me case OF Julian Bryant, trustee, and
others against G. l.. Denoon, trustee, ana
A suit was instituted in the same tri-
bunal Yesterday by j. l.. Talaferro
against w. o. Burton; action OF debt for
81 2iS37
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22

The September term Of the Hu ,sdr,S
Court begins on the 2Oth OF heNt .lon 10
those me o of SAMUEL Bachrach, charged with
r 5eosr mi stolen stolen goods. and Thomas n
MeSa%ee and wi Rnhe # f iaS At Sna[s oG
with the murder o OF hSoert 20 is9s VI
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
To Washington and Return, 80. 80.

via Richmond. Fredericksburg and Poto-
mac Railroad Company. Tickets on sale
August 23d 10 18Th good until September
9Th. Those who desire can stay until
Soptember 18th. by deposting their
tickets with Joint agent OF the Trunk Line
association on or before September 9th.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22

Ellen Vaughan. Of this city. are at the
Rockbridge Bath Springs.
Miss Lena III. Davis, OF Macon. y. c.,
IS on q visit 90 Mrs. NJ. w. Wood, on
Halifax street.
Miss Mary Paul Roper has gone to
Lee sburg. Va, on n visit.
Mr.. James Hawaiian left this morning
FOR the Hot Springs. In Bath county.
The Burton farm. on Hickory road, in
Chesterfield county. has been sold 20 Mr..
j. Wilke. OF Iowa. The farm contains
100 l-2 acres. and the price paid for 1t
was $500.
Mr.. J. McJames. the new pitcher for
the Petersburg Club. arrived here to-day
from the South. He will leave at once
for Newport News. where the club is now
playing.
THE DENOCRATfC TAX LEVY.
The Board of Supervisors Of Dinwiddie
county held a meeting to-day and fixed
the county tax at seventy cents on the
one hundred dollars. The taxable values
of the county are $l,55O,0O0. The salary or
the Judge OF the County Court was In
creased from $3.50 to $3.50 per annum.
Ii is claimed by the friends Of Mr. w.
p McRae that he has a stronger endorse
ment by the Petersburg bar for the Hust-
ings Court judgeship than his competitors.
Several Of Mr.. Mckae : warm supporters
have written strong personal letters 70
the Governor asking his appointment.
Among his supporters are Messrs; Alex
ander Hamilton II. Il. Davis, ana state
Senator W. b. Mcllwaine.
David Jones' a negro VINO claims 10 n'
n minister, was arrested here tO-nlght on
the charge OF attempting to commit II
criminal assault on a little cOlored siri
named Anna Eastwood aged twelve years.
The girl came here from Norfolk, and was
stopping with Jones family.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22

only Is cents Will purchase splendid
binder for the Century War Book at Inc
Times Office This binder is convenient as
well as ornamental The parts enclosed
can be easily slipped IN and out. The
binder will nod one part or the entire
twenty with equal ease
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
Another Set Back for Camden.

MARTINSBURG, w. VA, Aug. 2l.-At
dldates TO the LEGISLATURE. Senator Cam
den's interests suffered another defeat
both candidates being pledged 10 oppose
his reelection.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
To Succeed Mr.. Grooms.

Mr.. Edgar II. Ferguson, former
member OF the Common Council. is
snoken OF 10 MI the vacancy in that
body which will be caused by the resig-
nation OF Mr.. y. Il. Grooms. from JEFF
ferson ward, who has just been elected
first assistant SUPERINTENDENT or the City
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22

Richmond TO Washington and return
only $3.50 via Richmond. Fredericksburg
and Potomac railroad, during the knights
of Pythias conclaVe. Tickets to be SOLO
August 23i 10 18th, inclusive, good Nntil
September ., 1884.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
The Revival OF Pinafore.

The arrangements for the PRODUCTION iS
OF Pinafore" under the AUSPICES idn N % o ,ne
har are progressing favorably. but. owing
.e' ~ ahssIcs from the city Of q large
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22

Round trip Richmond to Washington
$50, via Richmond. Fredericksburg ana
Potomac railroad. Several solid trains In
both directions daily. See regular sched-
ule.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
OiStlIAisN.
srRe. ROSA HOWARD KRUG.

Mrs Rosa Howard Krug died at go
y NJ Yesterday, at the residence OF her
husband. No 100 west Broad street, in
the thrtieth year OF her age.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
NEWS FHOM THE COUNTY.
The Henrico Authorities Want to- Close the
Pavilion at SEVEN Pines on SUNDAY.

MAGISTRATE Nlnccnt yesterday morning
issued a warrant FOR the arrest Of Ernest
Webb, a negro, charging him With cruelty
dog.
Leroy Lewis and Daniel Liggan were
fined s. each for playing craps by Jus
tice James r. Lewis at the County
Courthouse yesterday.
SUNDAY LAW At sEyEN PINEs.
The Hcnrico authorities are after the
Richmond and Seven Pines hallway COM
pauv on account OF the Tcfrcshment
pany being open on sunday, ana
The railway people are being subjected
to no end Of trouble. In consequence
of the threat Of the county police 10 bring
the matter into court. no shmrutS
were dispensed TO visitors to the battle
the attractions Of the place, the COM
panv has decided 20 make a protest
against the sunday closing law being
SO rigidly applied 10 its pavilion. An
initial move has been made towards the
desired end I'm the drawing mp Of petit
asking a permit 10 do business ON sun
dav. II is understood that n counter
YelltiOn Will be put I'm 10y other citizens,
praying Judge Wickham TO ignore the
Company's petition.
TRAMPs ARRESTED.
NUMEROUS dGpredations have been
made by tramps camped in the neigh
Fredericksburg and Potomac railroad.
and on the complaint Of citizens. Consta-
Die r. g. MOsby Monday arrested Jacob
Miller. Daniel Carr. Daniel Seighoman,
and John smith They were committed
to Jail ON warrants sworn out before
to give security I'm the sum of 50 for
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
Mrs Talle,,s Musicale.

The first OF number OF INFORMAL
Inusicales which Mrs May Taley will
Ays tLis ssaxop. was tAndsrsd lar friends
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22
LONG DISTANCE PHONES
RICHMOND CAN SOON 1ALK WI TIL
CHICAGO AND NEW YORK.
Copper Wire will BE Strung to Ashland
Within IA Few Weeks and Perhaps as
Far as Fredericksburg.

The long distance telephone Is a long
step in the right direction, and they are
taking the place OF the telegraph to a
considerable degree between the large
cities in the East ana Northwest. there
being several lines in use between chi
cago and New York IN constant requisi-
ton. although the charge IS at the rate
Of s. for five minutes conversation.
Richmond has not had the benefit CT
this modern convenience. but there Is
hope for il in the future.
Alexandria is the southernmost station
on the long distance circuit, ana a Inc
built from mere to Alexandria would put
Richmond In communication with New
Nork. Chicago, Philadelphia, Baltimore,
Washington and other cities by phone.
Captain G. r.. McClCcr. the superin-
tcudent OF She Southern Bell Telephone
Company. has been trying for some
time u get Richmond on the long dis
ttrce circuit hut has rot bctn able To
induce The cou-i;Ly 10 build the line. on
account Of tho tmlne poor pI, spects Tor
IrOht on the ifNtstLtnt.
The long al. tai ce phones require large
size copper wire, which ~ very eN-
peuSiNe.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22

day night Mr. Ernest II. Wells pre-
sided. The resignation OF Mr.. A. W. Fair
from the Third ward, was accepted, and
Mr.. f.. T. Weisiger was elected TO MI
the vacancy After the transaction Of
some routine business the Committe ad-
journed, to meet at the call Of the chair
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-08-22

m coxs,nve uKAIrH onDIsANcrs.

fONFITJFF TIHHEF IT
4 subcommittee OF the Committee on
Health viii meet this evening at G3g
% clock IN Room No. u OF The Ciiy nan
Governing the Health Department.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1894-01-23
IN PLACE OF HonSpLowEn,

Tho President "Adds Insult TO Injury" to
Mr.. ltiil by Sending In tho Nhmo OF n
Alnn WHO Dolted Ills Nomination for
Gorcrnor-w. n. Peckhnm for Supreme
Court Justice.
WASHINGTON, D. G., Jan. 22.-The
President to-day scnt tho following
nomination to tho senate: Wheeler II.
peckham, OF Now York, to bc associate
Justice Of tho supreme court OF tho
UnitOd States. Mr.. peckhnm was 4
delegate to tho famous "anti-snapper"
convention.
Tho reception Of tho nomination OF
Wheeler n. Pcckham to be associate
Justice Of tho supreme court sent Scna.
tor Hill hurrying about tho floor Of the
senate In lively style. lie was quickly
in conaultation with members OF tho
Judiciary committee, who will be called
upon 10 pass upon the nomination be.
iore ills reported to tho senate. Sena-
tors generally thought whom the nomin-
alton became known that Judge Peck
ham, OF tho court OF appeals OF New
York, was the man, but Senator Hill
explained that such was not the case,
but that tho present nominee was his
brother.
Tho indications arc strong that tho
nomination will bc opposed upon tho
same grounds that Judge Hornblower
was.
Mr.. Peckham 10 m Independent in
politics and is said to have bolted tho
nomination OF Senator Hill for gov
ernor, both In 1885 and in 1888. Tho
New York senators were not consulted
BY the President in making tho selec-
ton.
Ngw YoRE. Jan. 22.-Mr. Wheeler N.
Peckham. whose nams was aent by tho
President to tho senate to-day for asso.
eIato justice Of the supreme court OF tho
United States, is member OF tho law
firm OF Miller, Peckham and Dixon.
Ho was informed OF his nomination
this afternoon and he was very much
surprised, as tho honor was entirely un-
solicited. He declined to be interviewed
in reference to tho mattor, and would
not say whether he would accept the
nomination or not. He has never hold
any office except that OF district attor.
ney in this county. to which position
he was appointed by the then governor.
Grover Cleveland, to fill the unexpircd
term OF John McKeon, who died in
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1894-01-23
IMPORTANT DECISION
by the Supreme Court Affecting tho Lab
ity OF Insurance. Co,unnuIcs,


by the Supreme Court Affecting tho Llabli-
ity OF Insurance Companies.
WASHINGTON. D. O., Jan. 222.-The su-
prone court decided to-day the casc Of
the Merchants Cotton Press and Stor-
age company against the Insurance
Company OF North America.
Five thousand bales OF cotton in
charge OF tho COMPRESS company and
which the Cairo. Vincennes & Chicago
Railroad Company held under contract
to ship, were burned in November,
1887. :
1t was claimed that an arrangement
had bcen made by which the rail-
road company was to give a rebate.
shipping tho cotton cast at rates
in violation of the interstate COM
merce law. and that this illegal
contract prevented any recovery from
tho carrier. Judge Jackson in his
opinion said that if an illegal
arrangement had not been
made. and that II "a = contract
had been agreed to by the shipper
without the knowledge OF the owner OF
tho cotton, 1t would not aflec! his claim
for insurance.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1894-01-23

llAnnIsnuDa, Pa, Jan. 22.-John L.
Sullivan, tho ex.champion pugilist OF
tho world, appeared at the Opera House
in this city to night III the leading role
in his now play. At tho close
OF tho performance hc announced
that ho would leave for jackson.
villo early in tho morning 10
SEQ the Corhctt- Mitchell fight. Tho biz
folow ia confident that tho men will
fight and says that Corbott will win,
llc declares that hc will challcngo tho
winner to fight for tho largest purse
offered by any roliablc club and for the
worlds championship.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1894-01-23
A FrENDlSlI DEED.
A SiI.year.old Child tho Victim OF n
brutal Crime In Arkunsas.

A siI.year.oid Child tho Victim OF a
Brutal Crime In Arkunsas.
LITTLE RocK, Ark, Jan. PA speciai
to the Ga:e!te from Mcneil, Ark. says:
A criminal assault was committed last
night ut Waldo, station six miles
south Of here, upon the pcraon Of a
nula.to girl six years old, by man
named Claiborn. 1Io was followed to
this place by an infuriated mob, but
escaped them. at au early hour this
morning, however he was arrested at a
tank above town by Engineer McVay.
Parties from Waldo came hero and
identified him and he is there now in
tho hands Of the officers. The girl was
so badly Injured as to require medical
attention. Claiborn denies all connec-
tion with the crime and accuses the
girls step father, who was charged with
IN oiiensc some months ago upon an
other stepdaughteS.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1894-01-23
INTERNAL REVENUE BILL.
Tho Committee Sill WrnnGllnG Over It!
EsScntlnl Pruyl,Iona.

inc committee Sill WruncllnE over It's
Essential Provisions.
WASHINGTON. D. c., Jan. 222.-The in
formal rovenuo bill including tho in
come tax was submitted to the full ways
and means committee this morning.
Representative Cochran (Dem. n. ~
cndcavorod to secure delay. He raised
the point OF no quorum. Tho Repub-
licans OF the committee did not vote.
Messrs. Cochran and Stevens also re-
Trained from voting. The other Demo-
Gratis voted to make tho quorum but
they numbered only eight, one short OF
the necessary quorum. A hurried search
was made for Representative Bryan
who happened to be absent. He camo
in and this gave the necessary nino to
do business. Mr.. Cochran offered an
amendment to the first section OF tho
bill, but ponding the consideration OF it.
tho committee took 4 recess until T.
o'clock.