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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11

A Reorganization Of tie Company Wit
Captsin Lockwood IN Command.

Reorganization Of tie Company With
Captsin Lockwood IN Command.
Previous 10 their parade in the oak
wood Memorial procession yesterday. the
Henrico Troop met at the Blues armory
for Reorganization. A large number Of
the old members Of the comfany We're
present and they exhibited much enthusi-
asrn.
Captain j. W. Lockwood. formerly an
officer in the Ashby Light Horse. and
more recently the adjutant OF the First
Regiment OF Cavalry, was elected COM
mander Of the troop. Several new MEM
beers We're elected. and Mr. John Pope
who previously declined the election TO
the capta.ncy. was elected an honorary
member. with great enthusiasm. over
q dozen names were also proposed for
member-hip. and they will be elected at
the .~Nt meeting, May 10Th.
No officers were elected outside Of the
captain. as the company is increasing SO
rapiosy IN membership the material from
which to select Will be greatly enhanced
by the next meeting. The selection OF
non-commissioncd officers Will also be
made as the merit OF the men is devol-
oped.
The troop made a good showing in the
Oakwood parade. and also had a salts
fcctory drill afterwards.
The new uniforms for the company
have been ordered, and they will be ready
i'm time for the troop to take part i'm the
Hollywood Memorial celebration, on the
Both. The uniforms viii be made Of
what is known as Officers cloth" and
with the handsome caps ordered will pre-
sent "a more elegant appearance than the
ordinary cavalry uniforms.
The company does not lack Tor staunch
friends, and Will be put ON a fine foot
IN
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11
PERSONAL AID GENERAL.
Interesting Facts Ahont Hichmond's Citf-
lens and Other Matters,

Hon. J. %. Booker, of the Suffolk Her
aid is in the city.
Mr. r. =. Freeman, OF the DanviIle
Register is in the city
Hon. 4. 5. Priddy. member Of the House
from Charlotte. is i'm the city.
Mrs. Jasper J. Rowe, who has been
quite sick for some time is much i'm
proved, ana viii be seen in her old place
IN the choir OF the First Baptist church.
Mr. Fred w. Gayle. the motorman
who was injured last February while
on his car near Twenty-frst and Franklin
streets. is hobblng about on his clutches.
In compliance with the State law 4
certified copy of the Calvert Building ana
Loan association Of Baltimore. Nd. was
filed m the Chancery Court clerks Of
fice.
Miss Sallie Broaddus. the beautiful and
accomplished da lighter of Captain Chas.
g. Sncad. of Fluvanna, is visiting her
aunt. Mrs. Dr. W. r. Hatcher. on Grace
st.eet.
Miss Edna Riddick, the popular daugn-
ter of Mr.. ". Il. Riddick. OF Church Hill.
left Thursday afternoon for Baltimore
via the York River route 20 visit her
aunt. Miss Baker.
The Turnpike baseball Club John
CLAY. captain Will appear In their new
uniforms i'm few days They consist
OF blue pants and caps. black shirts and
stockings, with white belts and trim
mirgs
The Virginia Press Association Execu-
tive Committee. owing 10 a lack OF quo
a Murphys Thursday night Mr.. T.
Stanley, of the Charlotte Gazette. will
act as secretary, vice Mr.. +. l.. G. scott,
resigned.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11
THE rimEs-RlCHMoNDuv SATURDAY MAY II 1895

now rest beneath the trees
In the great celestial city, tanned by
each baImy breeze
Finished their earthly labors, nobIy life's
battles fought.
They now wear a crown OF glory by
the loving Saviour wrought.
Let the holy veil Of charity DER the
dark abyss be cast.
All wrathful feelings buried in the
regretted past.
And as a band Of brothers, on the land
and on tho sea.
Truly n Pluribus Unum'' will our motto
ever be.
At the conclusion OF the reading Of this
poem Rev. DR. Fair pronounced the bene-
ditcion. The exercises were closed WIN
taps and salute fired from feld-pisee-
Among tho distinguished persons on
the platform were: Governor OFerrall,
Hon. d. G. Richardson. Judge George l.
Christian. Colonel Tazewell Elicit. Cap
tain f. p Reeve. Mayor X. VI. Taylor
Mr. and Mrs. II. T. Christian, Captain
John Cussons. Judge +. r. Farrar. Col
onel A. W. Archer. Rev. George c. Van
derslice. Rev. J. y. Fair, Rev. r. A.
Goodwin. Mr. +. T. Sutton, Mrs. Joseph
Bryan and others.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11

A. z. MI Camp Asked TO Attend the Tn
Yelling CsremoSi~'.

PETERSBURG. VA, May io.-Special.-
A. T.. HIN Camp, Confederate Veterans.
received to-day a formal invitation to at
tend the unwilling II the Confederate
monument ar Raleigh on the 2lth m
stant. The invitation is handsomely got
ten up. The camp viii 20, ana VIII carry
about fifty uniformed men
Messrs orr a Holt. who have the con-
tract for putting mp the poles ON me
school buildings. of Petersburg, on when
flags are 20 b. raised on next FRIDAY
under the auspices of the Junior order
United American Mechanics. have an the
poles up. except that on the Anderson
school building, on Washington street
This will be up iu a day or two. the
Juniors expect 10 have a big demonstra-
ton here on the occasion or the raislhs
OF the flags
During the recent heavy rains Black
Locks on the canal. near the Exeter
Mills. about ten miles from Petersburg,
We're washed away, and the canal IL
therefore unnavisable-
Mr.. w. II. Cuarles left to-day for
Scranton. Pa, 20 80 on the Dase-pall
team OF that city ,
The Shirley Hotel. on Tabb street, Will
be opened on next Monday
John Evans cOlOred) was overcome by
the heat this afternoon. while cutting
grass on Byrne street, ana mad 10 ne
sent home.
Nlr. George c.. ellis. Of the shenandoah.
ed here to-day. Mr.. Gnls is the new
catcher for the Petersburg team. lie left
here tonight 10 join the team al Roa-
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11
GENERAL STATE NEWS.
THE IRVINE CASE POSTPONED TO
THE JULY TERN or COURT,
Goodwin sentensei to -Four Years I'm the
Death at Norfolk Other Happenings.

LEXINGTON. VA, May iO.-Specal.-
The case Of the Commonwealth VS.. {. W.
Irvine, charged with receiving from
cashier Figgatt. of the Bank OF LeNins-
ton. money. knowing the same to have
been stolen. was called to-day.
Hon. J. Randolph Tucker. for the de-
fence. asked that the case be postponed
to July court. and that a jury from an
otner section OF the state be summoned
10 try IT, After some discussion. the mo-
ton was granted, and Irvine ave bail
for his appearance at July term.
Robert X Goodwin. the as iistant cash
Ter and bookkeeper Of the Bank OF Lex
ington. convicted Of making false entry
In the banks book. was sentenced by
Judge Grattan 20 four years IN the
State prison, at Richmond
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11
Mems Wants.

They're as complete here as an
out-and-out Mems Furnishings Store.
There's a difference, though that's
the price
Best Bloached Jeans Drawers. ......... fjc.
DE Joinvill4 Ties. sensation creators zoe
75c. Percale Shirts ..--.-.-. -!pc.
White All-Wo0l Crochet-Ribbed sweat
crs ..........-...--.. -....-...r l'fl-
Finest Worsted Sweaters. Garnet. Blue,
ana Black -trrtsstfft $50
Negligee Shirts. made OF Gamers per
Gale. with TWO separate collars and
separate cuffs including TIE TO
NATL .--.-.-.-..+... -....-..-- 81
Trunks, Lace Curtains, Oil-Cloths,
Carpets, Mattings, Shoes, Books,
Baby-Caniages, Wash Goods, Soaps,
Perfumes, Toilet Articles, Stationery
Fans.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11

Lodge No. aS. A. f. and A. NJ. In the
presence Of a large assemblage OF on
lockers. so-,,o,,s
the distressing intelligence thai Nj. 'y Ha,
n Graves VINO recently moved 10 tnd1
riace. had shot and killed Florence "A
kinson, a twelve-year-old adopted ddue
ter mistaking her for a burglar: one
had been warned not 70 leave the nous
at nisht without informing the teli'.,s,
hut dsOheycd instructions. Mr.. Graves
had reason 20 expect an attempt 70 Ioo
his house and when the little glri en-
tered the door i'm the dark she was sho'.
a movement is on foot to organize an
athletic association IN TINS pace, Goa.
successful field-day sports VIII DC tc"-
turc Of the Fourth OF July.
BEDFORD CITY TENNIS CLUB.
Tho bedford CITY Tennis club will hold
p tournament IN this city on July ftn anu
5+h TO decide the State championship
bofh i'm doubles and singles. very sue
cessful tournament was nell uelS 70"
year. and was participated III ny P'oS'''
from all over the state: 49,, a.. .ht,
Airs. Sarah Jane Rucker died IN ms
ulaca this week aged seNenty-siN years
She was the mother OF Mr.. -. =, Nu0N'i'
prominent attorney Of Bedford .
There are one hundred and one candi-
dates FOR Office I'm Bedford to be voted
for az the May election. several othei
failed 20 notify the clerk OF the County
Court in time TO have their names printed
on the ticket.
PERSONAL
Rev ". $. Royal Charles Tate, ana
Misses Naughnie Turner. Bunnie fulua'
Alice Board and Edmonia sale are az
tending the Southern Baptist Conven-
ton in Washington. -,
Mr. George Brown Of Carinsville. ILL.,.
is visiting his sister. Mrs. Isabella Whar-
ton.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11
rHE MONITOR AMPHfTEITE.

short Run at sea 90 Drowning OF IA
Rovs
FORT MONROE. VA. May l0.-The
monitor Amphitrite. after a short run
al seat to test her compasses returned TO
HAMPTON Roads. Sne expects TO sail
Monday for Port Royal 10 test her guns
Archie Rufin. OF Urbanna, Va. was
drowned this afternoon Off a fishing
smack in front of the Hygoia Hotel He
was about twenty years Of age and sim
sic.
Mr. j. II. Ingram, Of smithNlle, is at
The Lexington.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11
ParasOls.

Some sample lots arrived just in
the nick Of time to give an impetus
to our Summer ParaSol business.
y samples i'm Solid Black. White and
Fancy Colors no two alike, 500 90
81 qualities for Sldu.
Il samples, s. 10 SO qualities, for
$3.50.
Navy-Blue Gloria Umbrellas covers and
tassels. with prettily decorated Dres-
den-ball handles FUN >lfJ quality
for 81.
Ladies Cane Umbrella. Union silk
cover and tassel. with the finest
twisted handles a - quality FOR
- -O
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11
A SIrref EirLf

oscar Clayton. Eddie Ford and Oliver
Ryan. three negroes, were arrested for
lighting on the street yesterday, and
lodged in the Second police station. None
Of them were badly hurt. They were
haiIed 20 appear before Justice Crutch-
fleld thu morning.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11
Belts and Silver B]It-BuCkIGS.

Select your Buckles and Betting
there's the assortment here. Wen
make it up while you're looking
around the store. Ready Made
Belts. if Won want EN-.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11
Boys Clothing.

It's the Boys Day here Saturday.
Here's three or four suggestions that
show we're thinking about them:
Wash Suits from 15c. 10 Slll.
Cloth suits from $50 10 $3.50
Little Boys Fancy Suits, Sl.-D so $50.
straw Hats, pc 10 ~ 90.
LOCO White Duck Tam O'Shanters, 2Jc.
ATWOOD Pants, Doc.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11
Ladies Waists on Main Floor.

Making things more convenient
for you here all the time as time
grows apace you'll see big improve
ments. This one saves you the
climb I'D stairs.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11

A Vlrsinian Kills His Step Daughter
Through Mistake.

BEDFORD CITY. VA. May 10.-spe-
cial-Mayor p. L. Saunders has pub
lished a card announcing his withdrawal
from the contest for the office Of Com
mOnWcalth's attorney This action was
advised by Mr. Saunders physician. on
account Of his critical illness. This
leaves only two candidates IN the field
for This Office.
Tho cornerstone Of the now Masonic
Temple was laid Monday by Liberty
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11

The case Of Hodges against Axtell was
bcing heard in the Henrieo Circuit Court
Yesterday. The plaintiff, who is a COL
ored man, IL suing for damagets caused
by a dog attacking him while riding
bicycle. -.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11

state of Virginia. city OF Richmond SIS;
l. John H. Glenn. cashier of the above
named bank DO solomnly swear that the
above statement is true to the best OF my
knowledge and belief
j. +. GLENN, Cashier.
Subscribed and sworn 20 before me this
GEO. j. ROGERS.
Notary Public.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11

Heaviest SILK Betting Ribbon. lgc the
belt
Every Shade. Black and White. Heavy
Ail-Silk Satin Ribbon. streamer width.
Id. III. NlrI
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11

An Imrortant Meeting and Much Business
TransA,t-d.

Iranshsf-d.
r. l.. Lee Camp No. l. Confederate
Veterans. held the regular meeting last
night. Colonel James T. Gray, command
or in the chair. The attendance was
yer, large.
A letter was received by the Camp
from the Hoods Texas Brigade, stating
that. owing 10 the Texas reunion, at
Houstn, Texas, OF the United Confeder-
ate Veterans, that IL would be impossi-
bic for them to have their reunion al
Gaines Mil on June z, 1873. The Ad-
iutant was directed to write TO them, and
request them to make arrangements 10
have thaf reunion here in 1895. and state
20 them that Lee Camp desires that
the United Confederate Veterans re-
union for 1896 be held IN the city OF Rich
Inond. and request their cooperation.
An Invitation was received from the
Confederate Veterans Association, Of Raj
eigh. y. c.. inviting this Camp TO attend
lie unwilling Of their monument. at
Raleigh. May 10Th. The adjutant was
directed 20 write 20 them and state that
the Camp having decided to attend the
reunion Of the United Confederate Vet
Grams. at Houston Texas would be un-
able TO accept their invitation, but that
il was possible that they may send
committee 10 represent them,
The question of the election Of dele
gates 10 the Grand camp. C.. v. meet
ing. at Charlottesville, Va, June 18th, was
posfponed until the next meeting.
Hon. j. Taylor Ellyson. president OF
the Jefferson Davis Monument Associa-
ton asked that steps be taken TO make
a collection for the jefferson Davis Monu-
ment Association on June 3D.. The Camp
appointed a committee to carry out this
object
The following letter was received:
Charleston. 5. c.. May ., 1896.
r. +. Lee camp. c. V:
Comrades am instructed by our
Camp 10 request you 10 send a delegation
to Houston, Texas, with instructions 20
urge upon the United Confederate Vet
Grams the proprety OF holding the nexs
annual meeting in the city of Charles
ton. 5. c.
Very respectfully.
r. a. HEYMEREAN.
Chairman Committee.
The adjutant was directed TO answer
the above and state that the Camp. be-
lieving Richmond. Virginia. to bee the
proper place. respectfully request that
their comrades OF Charleston. 5. c.. will
aid them in selecting this city as the
moeting-placo Of the United Confederate
Veterans for 1896.
The question Of the selection OF route
by which this Camp will go 20 Houston,
Texas. was taken mp. and the question Of
the selection of route was referred 10
the original committee. consisting OF
Comrades ID. A. Brown. Alex ". Ar
cher. and Thomas A. Brandcr who
were instructed TO make arrangements
to go by the route cheapest for the
Camp.
After the transaction OF a great deal OF
business. the Camp, at ll.i5. adjourned.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11
Weather Prediction To-day will probably be fair.
The Town in Our Store!

Seemed 50 yesteTlY-eve found It's fOng Of busy buyers
the newborn Book Department alive with activity that beed
short existence To-day history should repeat itself With such
SATURDAY suggestions this ougho be the busiest day we've known
this week.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11
COLORbD MANS IEEKiBLE DEATH
Preut s, Copeland MangIed by Machinery.
Los, of Truckers.

NORFOLK. VA. May l0-SpeciaI.-
This morning about S O'Clock, Prentiss
Copeland (colored). an oiler in one Of
John l.. Roper's planing-mills, at Gilmer-
ton, Norfolk county met with a sudden
and horrible death While he was oil
ing the machinery he stepped I'm some
manner against the ny-wheel, and was
caught I'm the betting, and instantly KILL
ed. His body was literally torn 20
pieces-mangled almost beyond rtcogni-
ton. An inquest was held and verdict
rendered in accordance with the facts
stated.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11

Be-. quality. the yard.
5-inch-wide Satins, all colors, 5pc. qua b
lty ..--.-.-. ..----. ...--. &c the ydIl.
4i4-nch-wide Figured Dresden Csc.
quality. ...................,.S Hc. the yard.
4-inch-wide Figured Dresden. ribbed Doc.
quality. ...................2jc the yard.
25c width................... zoe the yard.
;ui-inch- wide Crepon White. Black. and
all colors 35c. quality nc. the yard.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11

II would appear that there are OPP
Grating i'm this city half dozen or more
thieves who are expert robbers of resi-
dences. They nave so far entered about
a dozen houses. The goods secured
have been, in the main. clothes and sill
verware which i'm value will amount 10
several hundred dollars The police
claim 10 have arrested two of the thieves
Nevertheless, the robbing goes on all
the same.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11
All-Silk Ribbons.

Here's the result that Ribbon
knowledge and close buying at re-
ceiyeI'S sale in New York brought
you. Not penny eXaggeration. De-
rartment'S near the entrance step
in from the street and look it over.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11

THOMAS POTTS.
A. : BUFORD.
FRED. n. SCOTT,
Directors.

OF THE cONDIrIoT OF
IL THE STATE BANK or NlkclNlAl
AT RICHMOND, ~ THE STA b =, III, or
NISS wv OLE MAN. 1870
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11

Mr.. J. L. Babcock. one Of the best
informed truck and fruit-growers of Nor
folk county, says that the recent rainy
weather destroyed more than two mill
lion dollars worth Of farm products I'm
this section. tie says it was the most
disastrous spell Of wet weather he has
ever known. There are acres OF cabbage
in Norfolk county entirely destroyed, po-
tatoes are rotting in the ground. and
the strawberry crop has been damaged
at least 40 per cent.
Mr.. Bahcock does not know that there
will be an actual money loss. He thinks
that truck and fruits left will bring a
high price.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11
A Flowery Doorway.

Look in-you'll see an array Of
Artificial Flowers all marked plainly
at tempting prices. For instance
Jet spangle Aisrottes, q to the bunch,
100.
600 others. Il and l9c. the bunch)
q Large ROses..............25 the bunch.
3 silk Roses. the bunch
l dozen Spray Lilies OF the Valley
6 Large Daisies. the bunch
dozen Spray Hyac.nths..2 the bunch.
] gross of Buttercups. ...-...............lac
. Spray Forgct-Me-Nots.. nc. the bunch.
! dozen Spray Bluc-Bclls l9c. the vur Do.
] dozen COWslIps. ..........2 the tunch.
Eoather AlercurY MInss................lnc 100.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11
BANK srArEMENrs.

ID EPORT OF THE CONDITION OF
IL THE MERCHANTS NATIONAL
BANK. AT RICHMOND. IN THE STATE
OF VIRGINIA, AT THE CLOSE OF
BUSINESS MAY Z. 1885.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11

state Of Virginia, city. o. Richmond,~ IS;
NVm A. mi cashier of the above
- b,nt 40 solemnly swear that mo
,Ioye statement is rue 10 the best OF my
knowledge and bel'f. ,,,, ,..htor
Subscribed and sworn 10 Deioi' ''' '''''
l'ih p"y ~ IDWIN PLEASANTS,
Notary Public.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11

We shall ever cherish fond memories
OF the fidelity and courage OF the pri-
Vate soldier. Twas you who went forth
with a loving fathers benediction. YOU
who bade farewell TO children. who re-
celved your last fond embrace. you who
faced the enemy so boldly in the charge.
YOU who died amid the carnage OF bat
tie alone while the twinkling stars of
heaven. seemed to look down in pity upon
you.
Many Of these old veterans here to-
day remember with sadness that dear. old
gray-naired mother as she showercd on
your head her blessing. around whose
neck her arms were clasped. and on
whose lips she printed her farewell kiss
as she bade you. her boy her last fond
goodbye. God iAlSsA her! She has gone
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11
r. G.. WILLIAMS, JR,...,r,,,v
GRANVILLE g. VALENTINE
JUN '' Directors.

,,rpopT OF THE CONDlTlON OF,
Il he FIRST NATIONAL BAN,kti, a. ~
HfCHMOND. II. THE, SSIIAi.tEo t or R Iit;f.
GINA. At TIE 'l"''H
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-05-11

NO grander spectacle ever met human
gaze. Daring TO do right with a fun
KNOWLEDGE OF all The dreadful conse-
ouesces. faltcring not for one moment.
but barring her breast 10 the storm, she
called her children 10 her ceicncc. gain
cred her sister States around her. and for
four long years dehea a world In arms,
ana proved herself the Battle-Queen Of
modern wal"
rhs tsIs ~ told In ruined homes and
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1895-05-31
DROPPED DEAD.
Attorney Geddes' Father Died Sud-
denly Tuesday Morning.

Attorney W. r. Geddes received
word Tuesday morning of the sudden
death of his father at St. Clair. The
old gentleman, who was 70 years of
age, and has been feeble for some,
time, was stopping at the hotel, hav-
ing come from Window to dispose Of
some grain that he had carried over
from last year. He got up this morn
ing and ate breakfast as usual, and
went out in front of the hotel, where
he suddenly dropped down and died
almost Immediately.
The deceased was an early settler,
and raised family of children on a
farm near ST. Clair. His wife died
two or three years ago, and he has
been living for three or four years
past with his married daughters at
Window. About two weeks ago he
came to Mankato for a visit, but his
sons family were away at the time.
The deceased was highly respected,
and his children will have the SYM
pathy of their many friends in their
loss.
Mr.. and Mrs. Geddes drove out to
ST.. Clair Tuesday, and the funeral
will be held there.