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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
Tobacco Sold at Good Prices,

WILSON, y. c., February 3.-(Spe-
cial)-Large quantities Of fine tobacco
were sold here yesterday ut splendid
prices. 1t was the best day since Christ
mas. The market had been practically
closed up TO the beginning Of this week
on account OF the severe freeze. The wea-
Their for the last few days. however, has
heen balmy. and the tobacco-growers have
been bringing il to town in large guam
ties. The appetite OF our buyers. also.
for tobacco purchases has been whetted'
and they bid with eagerness.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
MAZDA m Good Showing.

The annual meeting OF the stockholders
of the United Banking and Building
Company was held yesterday at noon at
the Office OF the company. The reports OF
the secretary and treasurer showed 'he
company to be in prosperous conditon:
The old Board OF Directors consisting OF
Mr.. Lewis III. Blair. Governor mares
T. O'Ferrall, Major W. j. Johnson Mr.
William Ryan, and Mr.. II. L. Denoon.
N. ro yo-nlectpd
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
SULLIVAN AND COMPANY.
The Distinguished John LIS Trunks
Seized on Attachments.

JACKSONVILLE, FLA, February D.
John l.. Sullivan is to-day repeating his
programme OF yesterday. and is now very
much intoxicated, and taking in the town
in a carriage. His company are still
hustling 10 get out OF the city, but the
only Arrangement so far made is the pur-
chase of tickets to New York for the
two children who travelled with the
troupe. John LIS friends are almost IN
despair.
This evening Sulllyan's trunks. con-
tanning his wearing apparel were seized
ON attachments sworn out by Miss viola
Armstrong. a member of the defunct
company, who claims that Sullivan owes
he. 500.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
pta kIhotroxx IrSenworthy.

WASHINGTON. February 23.-The
chief constructor of the navy has report
ed TO the department that the Fish Com
mission steamer Albatross Is unsea-
worthy. ami advised that it viii be dan
gerous to send her 10 the Boring sea
patrol this year without extensive repairs.
which the navy cannot undertake. as the
vessel belongs TO another branch OF the
government
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
r;rc A., the Aston House.

NEW YORK. February A.-Fire was
discovered about l O'Clock this morning
sn one OF the stores under the Aston
House near the Broadway entrance. The
store was occupied by shoe hrn. Ihe
smoke from the fire permeated the cor
ridors OF the hotel, and caused some ex-
ci;ement among the guests. The engines.
however, were quickly on the scene. and
soon had the flames under control. The
loss will probably be about $1,000.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
Deserved ASD APPROPRIATE.
RANSOM. Nomination So Character
fxed by sherman.

WASHINGTON. February S.-The
president to-day sent to the Senate the
nomination of Senator Matt W. Hanson
~ North Carolina, 10 be Envoy Extra
o,s,,ary and Minister Pienipoten'iary OF
The United States TO Mexico. immedla.ely
after the nomination OF Mr. Nahsoin "as
.wsc,,,ve session. and the nomination
,.,ss forthwith taken up and confirmed
=. the unanimous vote OF the Senate.
- rhs confirmation Was moved by Senator
cna-r,sn who. In making the motion.
.SS.nsssa the Senate briefly as 70 the
Ssrsss ~ the nomination. which. he said.
.,ss IN every way deserved and appro-
crtsts Ne referred 20 Mr.. Rsnsoms long
Term o. ssrvios - the Senate ana sa'd
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
ROUND. GAGGED, AND ROBBED.
An Aged spinister and TWO otheF
Per.ons Thus Maltreated.

GAINESVILLE. o., February 3.-Six
masked robbers broke open the door OF
the residence OF Miss Jane Momson' an
aged spinster, seven miles north OF the
city. last might, using a fence-rail as
battering-ram. They tore up sheets and
bound Miss Momson and Henry Bowers
and wife to their beds. and gagged them.
They searched the house. oyerturning
everything, and secured 500 In money. a
certificate OF deposit for large sum, and
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

Robert Mantell closed an emInently sue
cessful engagement at the Academy last
night with new play In four acts, by
Espy williams. adapted from Tom Tay-
lor's "Retribution." entitled, ''rhs Hus-
band" The play was produced here for
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

WANTED. BY CHICAGO HOUSE,
party. either lady or gentleman. first will
ing 10 learn our business, then 10 travel
on the road. and do correspondence Good
salary to party first willing 20 learn anu
qualify for position. Write fully, enclosing
self-ad1rcssei stamped envelope, TO CHI
CAGO. care OK Dispatch onice. fe ~
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
r. 4 n. ueet,pu To-Morroxy.

There will be general meeting Of the
stockholders of the Chesapeake and Ohio
Railway Company at the offices of the
company, IN this city. Monday at noon.
for the purpose Of ratIfying certain con-
tracts.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
Th. C.st,ne AZ Gibraltar.

WASHINGTON. February 23-The
gunboat castine. bound for Madagascar.
arrived at Gibraltar this morning ana
AFTER coalng viii continue her voyage by
way OF the Suez canal
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
Do,uh.s Friend. stick TO Him

SALEM. ORE. February ga ma
tority OF Senator Dolph's followers at
caucus this morning decided TO continue
70 support him for denomination. Eignt
ballots have been taken so far to-day
without result. A recess was then taken
until 7:3Q 4. II.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
Gold for This Country.

NEW YORK, February 23.-The Ameri-
can Line steamer Paris, which arrived
this morning from southampton, brings
thirty-five boxes OF gold bars. valued at
81 10000 TO August Belmont & Co.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

PHOTO-ENGRAVER-PHOTO-LIrHO-
GRAPllY. A young married man desires
situation IL fully competent, reliable. ant
steady. Beat OF references furnished. Adj
dress No. lll6. New Hampshire avenue,
AasLlnrfnn- d g fa ..-I,s
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

WE DON'T WANT BOYS OR LOAF
Frs TO write US but men OF ability. $500
general agents. CHEMICAL FIRE EN-
TINGUISHER COMPANY. Racine, Wis
10 17-En2f
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
GENERALIZATION.

Many were the comments heard at the
Capitol on the nomination. "He lands on
his feet every time" remarked one gem
tleman, who was heard 10 discuss the
appointment OF the Senator. It's hard To-
down Senator Ransom" exclaimed an en-
thusiastic admirer from the State OF
North Carolina
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
Highest Of al IN Leavening Pou-Lst.'. US. Govt ss,.
@!H!A!!!.l!! R RsxdI:s;!
A1SCLUEEhX PURE
EMPLOYMENT WANTS.

MEN TO SELL. BAKING-POWpER TO
THE GR0CERY-TRADE. Steady en-
ployment, experience unnecessary. 20
monthly salary and expenses, or Conrpls-
sion. III offer satisfactory address az once
with particulars concerning yourself. y
$. Chemical Works, Chicago. fe 2i-lt.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

WANTED, BOOKS To OPEN. WRITE
UP AND REGULARLY KEEP. II de-
sired. Complicated and entaugled accounts
Strengthened OUT and adjusted All work
confidential. Charges reasonable. q. W.
ROYSTER, office Il, Crenshaw Ware
house. fe 2i-lt
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

YOUNG MAN OF GOOD HABITS
and references desires POSITION IN
OFFICE. Writes good hand, Very ac-
care OF Dispatch. fe l7-Sp2t'
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

WHY DO PEOPLE COMPLAIN OF
hard times, when any woman or man
can make from s. 20 80 a day easily;
All have heard OF the wonderful success
OF the CLIMAX DISH WASHER. YET
many are apt to think they can't mak>
money selling IL: but any one can make
money, because every llyally wants oae.
one agent has made siIs.36 In the last
three months, after paying all expenses
and attending TO regular business De-
sides. You don't have to canvass: as
soon as people know you have II for sale
they send FOR Dish-Washer. Address
the CLIMAX MANUFACTURING COM
PANY. 45 starr avenue, Columbus, o.,
for particulars de e-Su-5t
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

WANTED: AGENTS TO SELL SASH
sash Lock free by mail for &c stamp.
Rest sellers ever invented. Beats weights.
Sc a day. Write quick. BROHhHD &
co, Box G. PhIladslphIa. e l0-lu?6t
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

pose or taking action. In less than ten
minutes the doors were opened General
Ransom had been unanimously confirmed.
without even referring the papers to the
Foreign Relations Committee. The brief
talks In executive session are understood
TO have been Of the pleasantest nature.
and the North Carolina statesman was
the recipient OF the heartiest congratula-
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

MEN AND WOMEN TO WORK At
HOME. I pay s. to SIG per week for
making crayon portraits: new patented
method: any one who can read or write
can DO the work at home In spare time,
day or evening. Send for particulars and
work at once
II. 4. GRIP. German Artist.
Ia 6-Sul3t Tyrone. Pa.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

WANTED.-A YOUNG MAN (2S) WITH
SMALL CAPITAL desires to invest same
ana his services in some good business
Can take charge OF books and ofilce-Nork,
and give very best city references Ad-
dress "Clsy. care Dispatch.
fn - -VbC.--uofs
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

WANTED, PARTY OF SOME MEANS
as evidence OF past success. sobriety,
and economy as Manager OF high-clls >
business Good salary ami splendid
chance for advancement To insure
prompt reply. enclose self-addressed en-
velope. MANAGER, care Of Dispatch
Office ie gj-2t
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

WANTED. HONEST. TEMPERATE.
ENERGETIC MEN 10 solicit orders for
FRUIT AND ORNAMENTAL NURSERY
STOCK. Permanent employment ana
good wages. Also. liberal Inducements 10
local agents. Varieties especially adapted
to the South. Stock warranted true 20
name Satisfaction guaranteed. Write al
once for terms ara territory, Address
H. G.. CHASE 4 Co,
100 south Penn Square,
IN is-soSu.ot Philadelphia.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1895-12-19
PERSONAL MENTION.


j. r. Gibbons OF Fort Worth is in the
city.
Colonel W. n. Belts of Orange is In tho
city.
A. W. Howard, New York banker. is
in the city.
Colonel l.. A. whatley of Huntsville is
in the city.
Colonel Nike Butler Of Austin g guest
at the Lawlor
Justice J. r. Mahoney returned from
Beaumont yesterday.
y. II. Wilson, a leading citizen of Aran-
sas Pass. is IT the city
l.. c. Clark, well known citizen OF
Denison, Is at the Hutehins.
J. f. Harris. owner Of DIR. Parks and
other noted horses. is in the city.
n. A. Cravens editor OF the Willis In
deX, is a guest at the Hutchins.
c. NJ Mason, "A prominent lumber man
Of Seven oaks, is stopping at the Hutch
ms.
]. F.. Harris OF seguln. a prominent lum-
her dealer, departed for his homo Last
night
church Bartlett of Marlin was In the
city yesterday en- route home from At
lanta.
b. ]. Milan, a prOmnen, business man
Of i.Ifkin, was In the city Yesterday buy
ing goods.
Mrs. NJ. 4. Hotchkiss OF Austin. Rev. "
s Hotchkiss, pastor OF the Metholist
church in Corsicana and little son Her
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1895-12-19
AMONG RAILROAD MEN.

Frank Matthews. claim agent for the
International aud Great Northern, was It,
the city yesterday looking after claims
and claimants
General Freight Agent l.. j. Polk of the
santa lie spent Yesterday afternoon in
the city and left Tor Ars,in last night to
attend the commission meeting
II u cla,r forep,an Of the constr,,c-
,tam fo,cns ~, the unustnn and TeXas
SemtrnI srrSved IN he civ Yesterday
ana cniovra ,hc dav circulating among
the boys
,,is,,,., c,,uortr,o,ao,e ~ y, Kirsov
of No p,,ii,pnn paiane ,,ar comnany
ca mo e' mn from I,,' GoIveston Yesterday and
s,,art tbo ,fta,rnon In ths citv lnokiur
Fsta, r,ti,,a ,o' wv ' '''''e
"'"' "i''i"" ''''Vi '9'9'
A. n. Leitnaker vice president or thc
Austin and Northwestern, was ~ mo
ot'S w''n ,i'' re",inc
Sr,ends n NOM, TIC Fraternity
''ie''S "''.'"s Wv
Genera supeiintondent j, i, F1tnes OF
the Victoria branch or ina Southern
Phcihc, was hare Yesterday Sohierlns
WNh company ohlclais on ,puslness ~
iairs OF the Maccaronl, ana leit 10Y nome
III tile evening,
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1895-12-19
IN A LAND or STRANGERS.
A Young Lady Enters Into the Eternal
Slecp-The Funeral

A Young Lady Enters Into the Eternal
Slecp-rhe Funeral.
Tho funeral Of Miss Lucy V. MnNficld.
n notice Of the death OF whom appeared
I'm Tho Post yesterday. took place yostor-
day afternoon from No. 1911 Proitle ave-
nue., the intcrment being In the Catholic
cemetery, Father ilcnnessy officiating
The young lady's home was In st PAU.
MINI, and she was IN Texas IN search
Of health. Her mother and Messrs' Jo-
srnh NJ and +. a. Buchod, hall brothers
wore with her, and In her suffering MIN
istcrcd to her every want hcsloNlhS
upon her the care that only Tho tics Of
affection can call forth. In her last mo,
ments. however. tho deceased realized
that the summons from her God was soon
to call her to better life and she badc
I'LL fond farewell. her death being
peaceful.
Although far from home, tho bercaved
family was not without friends. They
were the recipients OF every attention,
especially by the young men AT the CEN
trial fire station. near where the demise
occurred. 4 beautiful floral harp was
sent from the boys Of the central station,
aud Chief Tom +. Ravell ana his assist
ant, Mr. Fred kcrsten, sent a floral Pill
low tho name OF the deceased being
shown In letters OF flowers.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1895-12-19
LOUISIANA CONFERENCE.
Bishop Hargrove Announces the Al
pointments.

Bishop Hargrove Announces the APP
pontmcnts.
jackson, Ia,, December 16-The fol
lowing are the appointments which were
read just before the conference adjourned
by Bishop X. X. HIargrove.
New Orleans District. T. Sawyer,
presiding elder; Carondclct, j. l.. Pierce;
Felicity, 5. j Davies; Rayne Memorial,
+. y. Parker; Louisiana Avenue, c. VI .
Lyons; Morcau and Craps, i NJ. Henry;
Plaqucmiuc and Dopaldsonville, IL. s.,
Johns; White Castle, G.. G.. Wier; Car.
rolton; l.. \. Reed; Parker Chapel and
Sorapuru, IL. IL. Ahrens; Algicrs, Il
II, Wynn; Dryades Street, +. ;. Pa;k-
cr; Tschoupitoulas Street aud City Mis-
sion, j. +. Scurlock: Covinrton. j. Il &.
Kent; Talisheek and Slidcll, W a..
Clarke, editor Family Friend, j Il. A..
Ahrcns.
Baton Rouge Dlstrict-R. W. Tucker,
presiding elder; Baton Rouge, II. r.
Singleton; Baton Rouge circuit, II w.
Hickey; East Baton Rouge, J i. Wynn;
Live Oak, w. II Carroll; Port Win.
cent, W. J.. Humil Ponchatoula and
Mission, j J.. Kelley; Frnnklintnn, w.
II. Benton; Amite City, :. 5. keener;
St, Helena, n. j.. Roberts and g.. d..
SNiNtiHs i nv 'tAR''f iihbfs i-tHA
Feliciana, Il. A. Luster; Clinton, u.
+. benson; Slaughter, g. Is. Atkinson
Wilson, q. G. Miller; Zachary, 7. j.
Upton; jackson, j. T.. Foster; Bayou
Sara, f. -. Van Nalkenburg,
Centenary. CQllege-C. ". Carter, pres
ident; G. G. Miller, professor, Thomas
Carter professor; T.. Il. WIGHT, A. s..
Lutz. w. Is. Van Valkenburg, students.
Johnston Collegiate Institute-W. q.
Roberts.
Opclousas District-H. O. White, pre-
siding elder: Opelousas. j. A. Parker;
Plaqueminc Brulee, j $. Sanders; I'rnd-
homuie. w. j. Porter; Lafayette, !. L.
Rcams: Crowley. w. w. Drake; Able
vile. :. Il. Beall; New iberia, A, J..
Noistein; Franklin. II Armstrong, Jean
erette, II NJ. Blocker; Lake Charles,
X. j. Harp: Jackson Street. A. 5 j..
Neil; West Lake. i. 6. ltocutl; Pat
ters0n, w. G.. Evans: Morgan City,
Tx. Faunt LeRoy: Grand Cheniere, :.
s. Began; Lake Arthur, Il. l.. Howell;
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1895-12-19
CITY BREVITIEs,

Rausford chapter No. 1856, order OF the
Eastern Star. will meet tonight AZ 5
o'clock. A large attendance Is desired.
Il. Raphael, manager Of the Houston
Clearing House, reports the bank move
ment for Houston, December rs as Sl,226,-
Or. r. I'M says that the young man.
II, a. Geiseckc. who was chloroformcd
and robbed Saturday night. Is recovering
very slowly from the effects of the chic
reform.
Three negroes entered the store OF Joe
Danna, corner OF Caroline and bell, yes
terday and declared their object was TO
hold him un. Danna fiourishoh gun and
the dusky-hued desperadOes fled.
Saturday night the ladies' of the Second
Baptist church Will give an oyster sup
per at the vacant store corner of Hardy
the Christmas tree for the Sunday school
There Will be a concert social at the
Central Christian church tonight Crhurs-
day. at o'clock. An excellent programme
will be rendered. Light refreshments win
be served free by the Ladies' Ala society.
George T.. McClelland post Grand Army
of the Republic, meets tonight nj their
hall In the Mason building. corner Rusk
and Main streets, in regular session, Be
ing the closing meeting Of the year, II is
important that all Of its members attend
promptly.
The Woman's Relief Corps will give a
turkey and oyster dinner and supper Fri
DAY ana Sdtufuay DcccfnDcr u ana Il,
in the Rice building, corner Texas avenue
and Travis street. Oysters served in all
styles. As this is for charitable object
the ladies hope to secure a large patron
age.
The new jail bridge and funding forty
year 3 per cent bonds. 500 600 In all, were
sold yesterday by city Secretary A. s
Richardson Ia Blair g. Co. of New Yorl,
city They sold NJ par with accrued in
terest and for a premium of SOS. This IS
regarded as a splendid price for the bonds
by the secretary and other city officials.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1895-12-19

bert, and Rev. u. II. Hotehklss OF Manor,
are visiting the family of Rev. .. T.. Hotch-
Kiss on Crawford street.
Mrs. l.. u. Hoarne nee Eula Randlc is
visiting her aunt, Mrs. j. X. Gtllaspie. at
lil6 Texas avenue.
Mr. and Mrs. George w Burkitt. after a
pleasant visit at Palestine. have returned
TO their home in this city.
Captain A. n. Pearscson OF Richmond
commanding The Lamar Guard. the cavalry
volunteers. is IT. the city.
Mrs. William Gleaves of Colmesnctl is
visiting Mrs. c. W. Black this week. at
her homo ON Hutehins street
Hon. Tom Randolph. one Of the leading
home nj Sherman yesterday.
Miss Emma Cathcart. who is attending
| school IN San Antonio. returned home last
| night to ~emain during the holidays.
| Mr. and Mrs. Monroe McFarlane OF
beaumont arc guests during the week or
| Mrs c. W. Black. No. SO Hutchins street
| Hon. n c. Giddlngs, the BRENNAN bank
or aud democratic leader, and his daughter.
| are in the city guests at the Hotel Law
| lor.
Miss Elm Stokes and Miss Marian Nc
| Mutt of Calvert. Texas. are visiting friends
in the city. They viii return home this
| afternoon.
Among those who attended the carnival
| festivities yesterday from Lufkin were II.
| f.. Clark, Rosa Clark and lilina Clarke
| They are guests at the Hutchins.
| MlSSfS lulh anu i+tofI NuEg Bcllt i'p
Louchie and niece. Ia petite Rick tiar;-
mann, of Galveston, are spending holiday
| week In Houston, the guests or Mrs. {. w.
| Black No. 6l0 Hutchus street
Miss Fannie Bahr one OF Shrevcport's
! loveliest bellies. has LEFT for Beaumont,
! to visit friends there, after u four weeks
stay with the Misses Half. Her departure
| Is much regretted by all who were fortu-
/ nate enough to make the acquaintance
! OF this amiabe and accomplished young
! lady.
| The Richmond State OF recent date has
| the following: Colonel w. \. Childrcss
/ special agent OF the Continental Fire In
! surance company OF New York. Of which
/ dent agents. is in the city In the interests
! Of his company, making his FIRST round
/ Of INSPECTIONS since taking charge OF this
! department. which embraces the States Of
| Virginia. Maryland. Delaware ana the Dis
| trict of Columbia"
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1895-12-19
nousToN's SOLDIER BOYS,
The Light Guard and Emmets Inspecte
a Snnlnl SnaslNu

The Light Guard and Emmets Inspected
A Social Session.
The Houston Light Guard assembled
at their armory last night at $50 o'clock
for inspection, conducted by Colonel w.
u. Bettis, commanding First Regiment
of Infantry. Texas Volunteer Guard.
TIE company passed creditablc tnspec-
ton aud were complimented very highly
by the colonel At the conclusion Cap
tain Frank Reichardt formed them into
II military escort and accompanied the
colonel to Market hall, where Captain
l.awlor had assembled his forty Irish
American patriots although young III
the service, brave and loyal to the coun-
Try under whose sanction they behr htils
and to whose flag they owe allegiance.
Tho Emmcts gave an eNcoilenl niltaIy
exhibition and were personally coupll-
mentcd by Colonel Belts who sald ne
expected them to be the pride OF itons-
ton Light Guard being excepted, put
Colonel Bcttis said the Gnard ma
fought the good fight and had now re-
tired upon the laurels of many VIC
4 social session followed the inspection
and substantial lunch with liEht drluNs
was spread by the Emmets; IL wns a
delightful affair ana n thoroughly ENJOY :
able one. Colonel Bcttis held the scat OF
hcnor AT the head Of the table WIN cup
tain Lawlor on his LEFT and CAPTAIN
ani A. H. Pearson ON his right. orntory
and song were prime features: Nhp,alih
Nelchnrdt complmcnted the First regl-
,nrnt md their colonel Colonel Belts
followed follow in a short address, in which ho
compiimonted the Emmets and Their
fnr the company, CAPTAINS Rice, Pear
son. Lawl0r, Captain Jack Kennedy,
Iieutonnnt J. j. llussey and Sergeant
iIntrv Durkr James Welch and John
McCIary, who are the uosscssors of e.
cellent voices. favored tho hsemplaef
Grrrd AMI rewarded by liberal rounds OF
applause. Three cheers aud u tiger were
riVon hy the soldier boys for Colonel ii',-
lie and tho First Regiment for tholr
ron,lar captain and the visitors, ana
men the social session was over
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1895-12-19
TRAEEIC RI.TIrRNS


The Financial Chronicle computes the
gross earnings of eighty roads for the
fourth week OF November, at sos ,s26.
increase, si92 Sle, or i.s9 per cent; i2i roads
for November report si9.ci0,i12; increase,
S,Sa,5o9; 12i roads for eleven months to
November 50 report si5s,o5i, 36i; inci~ase,
s2i,bIS,S5S; Is roads for first week of De-
cember report s5,aiS,s97 increase, sSal,ej9,
or $40 per cent.
The following railroad earnings are re-
ported for the arst week of December.
lSn5;
BURLINGTON, Cedar Rapids and North
ern Si3iSS. increase ssSl,Sss
Chicago, Cleveland Cincinnati and ST.
Louis. $2ti. 202. decrease. Ni69.
Grand Trunk. $lSo,1oS, decrease $l9-
5i7
Kansas City Pittsburg and Gulf, ;i2,-
or. increase. S226l,
ranawa and Michigan. sess2; increase,
S2j2i.
Louisville Albany and Chicago s5s,soii
increase, $iSi5.
Rio Grande Southern. Si1,ol2 increase,
$3i59.
Toledo. Ann Arhor and North Michi-
gan, S20I5l decrease SaIi9
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1895-12-19

HEADLIGHT FLASHES.

Engineer j. II. Lee on tho Houston
East and West Texas was one of the
happiest men on The road yesterday, the
cause of his joyous mood was the pro
sentation by his wife of bright
bouncing girl. who tipped. the scales at
twelve pounds.
The Galveston. La Porte and Houston
is hauling from eighty to one hundred
carloads of grsvel day from the COM
pany banks at the mouth Of Cedar Creek.
Tho gravel is being used ON the new
track south OF q Porte, which has hccn
placed In excellent condition
Fresh strawberries from Old Mexico
were served at all the eating houses on
the Missouri. Kansas and Texas last
Sunday. This is Il decided novelty at
this season Of the year especially at
railway dining rooms, but the Katy is
running its own eating houses all over
tho sNSlem.