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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
Fnvov Extraordinary to Ecuador.

WASHINGTON, January l9.-The Presl-
dent to-day nominated James d. Tilman.
OF Tennessee, as Minister to Ecuador.
Mr.. Tillman lives at Fayetteville, Tenn.
Re "a about so years OF age. lawyer,
and has been active in State politics
for some years. He entered the Con-
federate army at the breaking out Of
the war, and is said to have been the
Youngest colonel in the service. His
father was strong Union man, and all
the male members OF the family, with
tho exception OF himself. are said to be
Republicans
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
The Tennessee ImbrOgllO.

NASHVILLE, TENN, January l9.-Ihe
Republicans in the Senate to-day apdh
loned their flibustering tactics or las.
night. ard responded TO their names az
roll-call. \ quorum being present thc
gubernatorial contest bill was taken up
and the morning session was consumed IN
n, discussion. The Republicans are using
heir most persuasive arguments against
its passage, claiming that 1t IS paru,
san measure, and that II was drafted
With the view OF retaining Governor Tur-
oev in office. II seems to be the i'm
preston to-day that the Republicans VIII
leclst now from further flibustering until
ire final vote ia taken. in the mean time
doing all they can to defeat the bill.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
A GALA DAY IN NORFOLK.
Camp Has Literary Ea-
ercises and n NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..

NORFOLK. VA. January l9-tSpeciai)
The birthday OF General u. Il. Lee was
dulv celebrated here to-day by closing the
banks. business exchanges. courts, state
and city Offices. There was no military
demonstration. and it happened that the
school-children were denied a special hoii-
day by the anniversary occurring on
saturday. The veterans OF Plckett-Buch-
anan Camp honored the day with appro-
pirate and interesting literary exercises
al their hall. In the Academy building.
and nearly every veteran Of the camp
was present. The veterans then formed
and marched to the James-Street Hotel
where was spread q sumptuous ami
versary banquet.
The ferry steamers and other steamers
in the harbor were bedecked with flags
to-day In honor OF General Lees Birthday.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
Morganfieid Didn't Come Here.

Morganfield, the Aquia-creek train-rob-
Der, brought to Virginia yesterday, did
not pass through Richmond. He was
either taken TO fredericksburg by way
Of Washington, or was taken up the
Richmond, Fredericksburg and Potomac
from boswell Both trains over the
Chesapeake and Ohio from the West yes
terday were watched by crowds OF spec
tators as they came into Richmond, but
the eager persons were doomed to dis
appointment, for no Morganfield came.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
THE DAY At BLAcKSBuRc.
Celebrated by tho Leo Literary Society
Subject of Debate.


Subject of Debate.
BLACKSBURG, VA, January ls.-(spe-
clal This being the anniversary Of Lees
Birthday, the annual public debate of the
Lee Literary Society took place this eve
ming.
Mr. A. T. Eskridge. Of Montgomery,
grandson OF Colonel w. ii. EdmundsoD,
who so long and ably represented this
district In Congress. as president of the
society made q neat and graceful speech.
as welcome to the audience and an In
PRODUCTION 10 the evenings exercises.
He was followed by Mr.. Scott. OF Smyth,
who detained In a forcible and striking
manner "rhe Black Horse and His
Rider" As second declaimer OF the eve
ming. Mr.. A. 7. Morrissett. OF Virginia,
delivered In his very best style and
much TO the entertainment OF the audi
ence. Mas George and Uncle Pete" AS
first orator OF the occasion. Mr.. Paul
Herman, Of Smyth. discussed In an easy
and familiar manner american Litera-
ture." well-chosen subject. well handled,
Owing TO sickness the audience was de-
MED the pleasure Of listening TO Mr..
Bason's speech on 1.-The Battle Of Get
tysburg."
FOR DEBATE.
The question chosen for debate was.
Resolved That Peaceabie Division OF
the United States Is Expedient" Mr.. w.
E. Dodd. OF Charlotte. N. c.. In finely
written speech. with weil-chosen argu-
ments. championed the Affirmative side
OF the question. while Mr.. G. J. Richard
son. of Bath county. no less ably pre-
scented the arguments against a peaca-
bic division. and expressed himself for
ever and aye tn favor OF an undivided
country.
- One audience usteaed with close IT
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
Aiiered.Accessory Bailey Cleared

ATLANTA. GA. January ls.-B. e.
Bailey. indicted as an accessory to the
murder OF Captain II. II. King. was &c,
quilted to-day. When the verdict was
announced Bailey jumped up and ex-
claimed: 81 swear. gentlemen OF the
Jury, that ] am innocent OF any connec-
ton with the killing OF Captain King"
Baiiey's wife became hysterical. and was
carried from the courthouse.
Alexander Carr Is under sentence OF
death for the murder Bailey was stand
ing beside him when he shot King
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
THE FEDERAL CAPITAL.
Stirring Superintendent Enthusiasm-
Musical Selections.

WASHINGTON, d. c., January is
The Confederate Veteran Association Of
Washington honorod the memory OF Gem
eral Robert 4. Lee tonight with speeches
delivered by men who distinguished them
selves In the cause OF the South before
a vast audience assembled at the hall OF
the Confederate Society at Washington.
Stirring speeches were made, which
aroused great enthusiasm. InNrspersed
with the addresses were musical selec-
tons, the principal rendltons being sung
by members of the choir Of 81. Matthew
Catholic church OF this city. Miss La
vinia Millken, OF Tennessee. a member
OF the choir sung "The Sweetest Story
Ever Told" and in response to encores
favored the assemblage with other se!ec-
tons.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
A HOLIDAY At LEXINGTON.
Confederate Camp Addressed

Lee-Jackson Confederate Camp Addressed
by tho Rev. DIR. Thomas l. Preston.
LEXINGTON. VA, January 19.-(Spe-
cial.) --General II. Il. Lees Birthday was
observed here to-day by a suspension OF
all academic duties at the Virginia Mill
tary Institute and Washington and Lee
University: also. all public buildings were
closed. Lee-Jackson Camp OF Confederate
Veterans were addressed by the Rev.
Dr. Thomas l.. Preston at special meet
ing OF the camp, held In their hall.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
Recovered Through the Dispatch,

Some weeks ago stranger hired a
horse and buggy from the livery-stable
of Mr.. W ii. Cosby, Fifth and Marshall
streets, and the team not having been re-
turned, the owner thought IL was lost.
The facts were printed in the Dispatch,
and Mr.. Cosby has now received a letter
from a gentleman in Fayetteville saying
that he has the team. His attention was
drawn to the matter through the Dis
natch's publication.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
"NOBLEsT ROMAN OF THEM ALL.
A Legend That Attracted Attention nj
Asheyille-Banks Were Closed.

ASHEVILLE, n. c., January l9.-(Spe-
cial.)-No public observance occurred here
OF General Lees Birthday beyond the
closing of all the banks 1t Is a new hol-
iday in this State, and none OF the bust
ness-men seemed to know about the sa.
cred memories connected with the day.
1t is the first time even the banks HAYS
observed 1t. Only one store. and II a
drugstore, had any decorations. and they
were simple. but the legend. 1.-THE i'm
mortal Lee the noblest Roman OF them
ALL" attracted considerable attention.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20

tention TO the speakers. who did them
selves. their society. and the college great
credit by their efforts. The college band
discourscd at regular intervals Its usual
sweet music. and the audience dispersed
well pleased st having spent 10 enter
tanning an evening.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
HUNGARIAN C,b,nct proevsmmc.

BUDAPEST. January 19-Tn the Cham
Der of Deputies to-day Premier Banny
reiterated his declaration. made In a
speech at the Liberal Club last evening,
that the Ministry would continue TO
work within the lines pursued by the
Wekerle Cabinet. lie declared that the
Ministry would combat all attacks upon
Hungarian unity. but, at the same time.
would respect the rights OF non Magyars.
He regarded the laws OF isT as giaran-
tee OF the position OF Austria-Hungary as
q great power.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
Casa of Judge Clark.

WASHINGTON. January ia sub
committee OF the Senate Committee on
the Judiciary held short meeting this
morning. and finished the perusal OF a
brief presented in his own behalf by c.
ID. Clark, nominated for District-Judge
Of the Eastern and Middle Districts OF
Tennessee. An adjournment was taken
until Monday morning.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
raleralG Gold ReserNe.

WASHINGTON. u. G. January =, -
The Treasury gold reserve decll ,li
slightly again to-day. $4,000 being a'. 'aAs.'
cut. and stood at the cless OF p"s''ss'
yo.6T7. soo5o. o,, TIE
Outside Of Withdrawals for eSp1'. ~
Treasury gains gold daily IN s,hs.' -, ne
titles from mint resources. ana lsSn
exchange OF United States notes anu
sury notes In the West.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
MIR. Dixon to Lecture,

Rev. Thomas Dixon, Jr., OF New York,
will deliver a lecture at tie Young Mems
Christian Association Hall Monday eve
ming. January 18th. at SIS o'clock, on
THE Woman of the Future" Mr. Dixon
has lectured here several times. and has
always had well-plslsed audiences. He is
a man Of wonderful originality and power.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
WAR TALKS IN PETERSBURG.
Eloquent Addresses at q Grand Banquet
Made Worthy Celebration.

Eloquent Addresses at a Grand Banquet
Mads a Worthy Celebration.
PETERSBURG. VA. January lo.-(spe-
ciai.)--Thc A. i. Hill Camp OF Confeder-
ate Veterans. the Camp Of Sons of Con-
federate Veterans. and the Petersburg
Grays paraded this afternoon In respect
to the memory Of General Lee. Tonight
ut the hall Of the camp. the veterans
met and INDUCED IN interesting war taiks'
General Stith Boiling, Captain John Il.
Parham. Captain i. l.. Marks. MI. frce-
man Jones, and others giving their actual
personal experiences In and "reminiscences
OF important events Of the late war were
heartily enjoyed. the more 80 because OF
the living pictures they presented. Ihese
statements varied in scenes. ana In
imagery. and though they may have peen
told before. were the more enjoyed De-
cause made by actual participants.
THE BANQUET.
After the camp fire followed the BAN
ouet, q spread that did full honor to
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
Fitr.Immon. Indicted for MansIaue liter

FiiEsimmons Indicted for Granddaughter
SYRACUSE, N. Y. January l9.-Robert
Fltzsimmons, the pugilist. was indicted
to-day by the grand jury for manslaugh-
ter in the first degree. At a performance
at Jacobs Opera-House. November 16,
1894. Con Riordan. his sparring partner,
was knocked out by Fitzsimmons, and
died after lying In an unconscious state
several hours
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
nour.eo., to Form . Cabins

PARIS, January is.--M bourseo,s, s.iS
an interview with President Faa,s ~ a s,S
O'clock o% this evening. He accented ,s',, Ses
nltely the task OF formins a ,s .s 10
and expects to have his lis, rssa =, MS
morrow. II Is understood ina, f' rolItical
programme 10 an amnesty t0'
offenderh l ....t,-..
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
Sea, oa,d AIRLINE Plans.

ATLANTA. GA. January 19.-In con-
nectlon with the announcement that the
Seaboard Airline has purchased the
East and West railroad. II Is stated au-
thoritatively that the Seaboard Air-Lins
has not purchased the Macon and North
ern. The Seaboard people say that they
will build from Atlanta to Cartersville.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
NEW MARKET CELEBRATES.
Interesting Exercises by the Lee Literary
Society-War Songs.

NEWMARKET VA, January i9.-(Spe-
cial.)-Iee's Birthday was celebrated here
tonight under the auspices OF the Lee
Literary Society. organized in ISL. The
Polytechnic Institute was crowded with
an appreciative audience. A. l.. Helkel
presided. Prayer was offered by Rev.
j. A. Snyder. G. w. Bennick. made the
principal address OF the evening. The
exercises were interspersed with Consede-
rate War-son2s.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
Bu6am Divorce Case.

PrTTSDURG. PA. January le.-Ths
fury In the celebrated Buffum divorce
case returned verdict this morning for
the defendant. refusing the divorce asked
for by DR.. Duffum. a new trial VIII b
asked Tor ,s.Is-A-iAA>.AIA-A-h.AA <-A.-A.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
Sunday Hours Observed at Roanoke.

ROANOKE. VA, January D.-(Spe-
cial.)-The banks were closed here to-day
and Sunday hours observed at the post
Office In honor of General Lees Birthday.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
BANKS AND PUBLIC PLACES CLOSED.
Turner.Ashby Camp Celebrate by Parade
mud m Hanuuet.

WINCHESTER. January 19.-(Special.)
General Lees Birthday was observed
here to-day by the closing OF the banks
and other public places. Tonight the
General TurnT Ashby Camp confede-
rate Veterans. headed by the Friendship
Military Band. paraded through the prin-
cipai streets. and then marched to Came
ron Hall. where an elegant banquet was
held. A number of eloquent responses
were made TO the various toasts.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20

ments. State flags were displayed on the
Capitol. The lower house of the Leglsla-
ture was in session only half an hour.
and adjourned until 3 O'Clock Monday.
The Senate was In session three hours
and then adjourned until Monday on
motion OF Senator Adams. Democrat.
There was no other observance OF the
day here and no meeting OF the Confede-
rate veterans.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
Ouiet Dav In Raleigh,

RALEIGH. N. c., January 1s.-(Special)
Lees Birthday was observed here by
closing banks and some OF the depart
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
Another Jspansae Victory.

LONDON, January IA dispatch to
the Central News from Hai-Cheng un-
der data Of January 18th. midnight saysi
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
BALTIMORE CELEBRATES.

General =. y. lfunforA's Address - the
Vets Of the Maryland Lins-Banquet.
BALTIMORE. Nd. January n.-Csps-
ciai)-IThs Academy Of. Music Concsrs
sIaii was packed 10 It's doors Tonight as
the ceIebseaon Of the birthday OF the
(nmortAl hAAer ee ~ koCceA os Ia
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20

iiams, T.. ID. Tallcy, e. G. Youell, J. r.
Angel, ]. r. Toler. Joseph Henley, or the
first section; Sergeant r. A. Wiliams'
Corporal w. NJ. Myers. Corporal ). -
Wilson. Privates J. c. Booker. .. W.
Booker, T. NJ. Brennan. II. II. CottrelI.
Wilmer NJ. Cox, ]. II. Dodd. Jr.. j. u.
Virgo, J. W. Maynes. W. II. Schultz.
r. N. Parkinson. T. c. Adams. and X.
s. McCurdy, Of the fourth section.
During the afternoon Commander
Northen and Messrs A. Jennings J. G.
Jones' and Peter McCurdy, OF Pickett
Camp, placed a wreath upon the Leo
monument.
THE CAMPFIRE LAST NIGHT.
The celebration Of the anniversary
wound up last night with a campfire ut
Lee-Camp Hall, IN which Lee and Pickett
camps united, and q more enjoyable ana
iollier affair has seldom taken place In
the city.
The gathering was called to order by
Commander James L. Gray, who, AFTER
prayer by Rev. DR.. Hlden, delivered
short and graceful address OF welcome.
DR.. Hiden then recited the lines written
on the back of Confederate note, COM
mercing--
Representing nothing on Gods earth now
And naught in the water beneath IT.
and followed this by an inimitable rendi-
zion OF "McClellan's Change or BASE.
The Star Band gave selection, COM
mander Northen spoke briefly and APP
propriately, ard the next number vas
a song by the Imperial Quartette, con-
sistIng OF Messrs. II. II. Francisco. j. G.
Burton, T.. IL. .Jeter, and X. A. Woold-
ridge. Mr.. William +. Reddy sang two
IRISH songs, Mr.. Eugene Davis gave a
comic banjo solo, and then Mr. Francisco
recited 1.-THE Troubles OF Melancholy
Man" For the rest the programme con-
sisted of a solo by Mr.. Eugene Davis,
imprompt,i speeches by various members
OF the two camps, and selections by the
Imperial Quartette and the Star Band.
THE FUN AND FROLIC.
But the fun and frolic-the time when
the veterans were In camp again-was be
tween the numbers The intermissious
were many, and were filled In by singing
war songs, fighting battles over again,
and telling Jokes and anecdotes. The
veterans spun yarns on one another and
on themselves, and mirth reigned SUI
preme.
on one side of the hall long table.
loaded with substantials, had been spread,
and this was fanked by smaller table,
supporting large punch-bowl Conn
missary Brown presided over the former,
and Mr.. Evans did the honors at the
latter. and both proved themselves equal
10 the occasion. Some OF the veterans
affected the little glasses that surrounded
Mr.. Evans's bowl. but he majority pre-
ferred to take "their'n" In tin cups.
Taps" were sounded at II o'clock.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20
THE DAY IN CHARLOTTESVILLE.
Speeches by Senator Daniel, Judge Duke
and Others to the Veterans.

CHARLOTTESVILLE. VA. January
ESPECIAL l--Cieneral Lees a.rthdsy was
celebrated hero tonight under the au-
spices Of John Bowie Strange Camp of
CppSsdersts Veterans BY sa enthusiastic
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-20

After the camp fire followed the BAN
ouet, q spread that did full honor TO
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1895-03-07
WATAUGA.

Rev, H. E. Temple, of White Pine,
and Rev. D. W. Chuck, Of Talbots,
members of the United Brethren
church, are holding protracted meet
ing. Rev. Temple isan evangelist and
Rev. w. E. Morrell Is preacher in
charge of the Watauga circuit. -. . But.
Ter Eastep has been very low at the
home Of George Campbell, bis brother
in law . John Massengill, one of the
oldest citizens in the southern end of
Sullivan county, died yesterday, Feb
ruary % and will be buried today,
March |. He had held several offices
in his county, and was deputy sheriff
at the time OF his death Andrew
Humphreys and Mrs. Mollle Foust
we're married last Thursday at the
residence of Daniel Foust, father OF
the bride. F. Fl. Roberts performed
the ceremony Born, to Alfred
Gourley and wife, son. :. John F
Carrier accompanied Mrs. Shirley back
10 Clarion, Pa, last week i. Z. Prof. r
NJ. Shanks was visiting friends in oul
place yesterday /. Rev. Mr.. Osborne
preached good sermon to crowded
house last night.
March l. ID. N. r.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1895-03-07
lohnson CITY NalldnnI Bank.

The receiver Of the First N ational
Bank, OF Johnson City, has evolved
the following facts after y thorough
investigation The assets by notes,
judgments, &c, amount to about
$751; 900, which stand M classified
$44 600 worthless, $500 doubtful,
and $4,000 good OF the sou, 900 as
sessment against the Stockholders,
about $4,000 is collectable, although
$4,000 of that amount Is in litigation.
Due depo ltors about $4,000 The
result will be about this: From 90
900 10 $4,000 dollars will be collect
ed. Deduct the expenses of re.
ceivers, attorneys,rents aud inspectors,
and the depositors will get about fit
teen or eighteen per cent provided
the good paper held by the bank is not
rediscounted IN full, which would
leave practically nothing for the cre,-
it0rs,-IV dtdugG Valley Ne'cs
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1895-03-07
EIGHTH DISTRICT.
TATTLER.

Our neighborhood now presents an
unusual appearance. The greater part
of the snow has disappeared, and
spring blowing has at last commenced.
The school at Union school house
closed Thursday, the 2Sth. Although
the school was not large, those pres
ent were not disappointed !. John
Rowe, of Garter, was the guest OF Miss
Emma Peoples last Sunday. "A &C.
ries OF meetings was commenced at
Antioch Sunday and has been contin-
ued at Bells school house. John
Burleson left Thursday for Knoxville,
where he will enter the normal depart
ment of the State university :. Mrs.
Mary Hufine is very low with fux at
the present writing David Scott
continues very low. We noticed q
letter in The COMET, several issues
back, signed, "The Boy the Calf Run
Over" We are very much inclined to
believe that the boy wears dresses,
aud that she will never wear anything
else. NEWsBeY.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1895-03-07
WataugN Valley News,

Mrs Cass returned to Johnson City
last Wednesday, after spending few
days with her son, Mr.. g. P. Cass.
Gus Sparks, the telegraph operator
OF Johnson City, was calling on the
young ladie, here last Sunday night
Miss Ma gie Bullock returned 10
Johnson City Tuesday evening, after
pleasant visit to relatives here.
There is a wild rumor afoat on our
streets to the effect that work had
been begun on track laying on the
road bed which was graded from South
Watauga to Watauga Point at the
time when Johnson City was on a
boom, and was trying to annex all the
adjoining counties as suburbs. 1t is
said that South Watauga is seeking a
connection with Allentown by way OF
a third rail over the narrow gauge
from the Point WdtGugG Valley NeqVs.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1895-03-07
CORRESPONDENCE.
SPURGIN.

Rev. Moore preached at Yorktown
last Sundly Mills johnson, a col
ored boy about thirteen years OF age,
died Saturday, February %, and was
buried at Buffalo Ridge on Monday,
A brother and sister of this boy are
sick and their recovery is rather
doubtful, e, William Dillow, highly
respected citizen, died last Friday
evening and was buried at Yorktown
last Sunday. His daughter in law,
Mrs. Alex, Dillow, is also very low and
her death is expected at almost any
time. Miss Inez Martin, who is at.
tending school at Jonesboro, came
home last Friday evening on visit
and to take part in the Demorest con,
test at Hale'S Chapel. She returned
to school Monday . Miss Ina Yoak
ley and Miss Chase were the guests OF
MiGs Ollie Default Monday De.
spite the inclemency OF the weather,
the DemOrest oratorical contest, which
took place at Hale's Chapel last Fri.
day evening, was a success. There
were eight contestants Misses Has
sic Grisham, Laura Hale, Inez Martin,
Ollie DeVault, and Messrs. Charley
Gray, E. Crouch, Willie Grisham and
Gentry Hodges. There was a good
sized audience, and the speakers &C.
quilted themselves with honor. The
committee, consisting OF Messrs Steele,
hurry and MAIDEN, decided that the
popular assistant postmaster, of Spur
gin, Miss Ollie G. Default, was emit.
tied to the prize, a handsome silver
medal, which. in few well.seected
words, was presented to Miss Default
by S. R. Keebler. 49,, Monday night, 81
the residence of NJ. V. Adams, Joseph
W. Dove, Esq, was married to Mrs
Sarah Adams, S. H. Gray, Esq, Off
clating. The wedding came off al
Il rather late hour, owing to the fact
that William Hodges, who went tc
town alter the license, came home q
different road to which Squire Dove
was expecting, and by the side Of
which he stood in the cold for about
two hours, before Mr.. Hodges, who
had come in a different way, called
him off his watch and brought him in
to the fire to thaw out. After this al
went we'll, and it is to be hoped the
JOY deferred will be only the better
appreciated. That a life of happiness
and prosperity may be their lot is tht
wish OF
March 5. TATTLER.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1895-03-07
Mai. Bradshaw Dead,

Maj. ]. A. Bradshaw, tax assessor Of
Washington county, Tenn, died at his
home at Washington College on lat
Friday morning. He had been trou-
bled with heart disease for some time,
and his death was due to a sudden at.
tack. He was one OF the best ard
most iavorably known citizens of that
county. lie was a member of the
Grand Army Of the Republic. He
leaves family of several children
Bristol Courier.