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The evening times., 1895-09-04

Miss Mabel Crews, who has been visiting
friends in Loudoun County, has returned.
The evening times., 1895-09-04
Lenox, Where Gay Days Be
gin When Leaves Turn.
SoCIETY'S AUTUMN RESORT
Girls Who Golf and Drive.
The Colonial F'urni-
ture Craze.

1t is part of the general perversity Of
things that Lenox's "season" beg ins
Just as its glories wane toward their set
ting.
All summer long the most beautiful gar
dens have bloomed,, the fairest greensward
has beckoned, the big trees have stirred un-
easily. rustling invitations to the friends that
The evening times., 1895-09-04

A pretty wedding was solcmnized at
O'Clock last evening at the Gurley Memorial
Church. the contracting parties being Miss
Louise eMcChesney Craig, formerly of Detroit,
Mich. and Mr.. Harry o. Chamberlain. ofthis
city.
The ushers were Mr.. Robert A. Lewis,
Mr. j. willard Craig, Of Richmond, Va,
brother of the bride, Mr.. E. Burdettc Mat
thews, and Mr.. George R. Chamberlain,
brother of the groom. Thr Rev. ]. Rus
sell verbrycke. assisted by DR.. Ramsdeil,
officiated. After the ceremony the newly
welded pair left the church to the music
OF Mendeissohns wedding march.
The party then repaired TO the resi-
dence Of Mrs. McChcsney. No. 1901 Eighth
street, where reception was held. A
The evening times., 1895-09-04
.Lansburgh & Bro
NOW
AND
THEN

Now you can come.
select your Dress Fab
rio for Fall get a piok
of the newest - take
them to your modiste-
she wil have the time
to talk over style with
you and give you a fit
Later on
We will be buster So
will your Dressmaker-
you viii have to wait
your turn - stand your
chances of a disappoint-
ment.
Morai-Buy Your Materials
NOW.
The evening times., 1895-09-04

Mr. and Mrs Jules Guthridge, who have
been spending several weeks at Brookside.
W. Va, will return in a few days.
The evening times., 1895-09-04

Capt Walter Howe and family are at
Brookside.
The evening times., 1895-09-04

Miss s. 3. Hammer, of No 1908 1-2 N
street north west, has Just returned home
from q ten weeks tour of Europe.
The evening times., 1895-09-04

Mr. and Mrs J. D. Sherlock. of Brooklyn,
are spending a few days In Washington.
The evening times., 1895-09-04
Infants
Cioaks.


500 ChiIdren's
Cloaks. made of Best
Quality Broadcioth,
Persian style, with
full circular Cape,
extra Wide Skirt,
shirred ,on Gretchen
waist, large Leg o.
Mutton Sleeves, turn.
over Collar trimmed
with fancy Braid.
These come In Red,
Navy and Brown.
Sizes to fit children
from g months to S
years of age. The
most slightly Gar
msnt ever shown for
treble tho money.--..SZ.4 40
SgMA@x& aBw:
42o, Az, 424, 426 9TH St.
The evening times., 1895-09-04
SOCIETY FOLKS As ACTORS
IA Game Of Romps" Presented in
Cornelius Vanderbilt's Villa.
1t Was Very Swell Cast and the
Comedy Was Cleverly Done.
Interesting Gossip.

Newport. r. l., Sept. 4.-The Break kers,
the new palatial villa of Cornelius VAN
derbIlt. was the scene of fashionable
gathering last night. when a comedy was
enacted. members of the smart set taking
part.
The stage was erected in the dra win,
room, where Game of Romps' was pre-
sented in grand style. Not much attempt
was made at staging: the costuming was
magnificent. 4. n, Cushing was stage
manager. Muliaiy's orchestra was sta
toned in front Of the stage. Th,scast was
as follows:
DR.. Rhodedendrun. tutor to Julian, T F.
Cushing: Julian. Henry whitehoase; Jovi-
let, a lawyer, Henry r. Taylor; sujsses,
Messrs. W. whitehouse and A. Vanderbilt;
the Marchioness, Miss Edith Cushing: vio-
let, her daughter, Miss Sherman; Isabelle,
her niece. Miss Fair; BIance, a young
widow, Miss Blight; Jeanette, Mrs. 8.
Fish.
The place was decorated with white
hydranseas and American beauty roses.
Following the comedy. the principals were
dined by Mr.. Vanderbilt in the Italian
dining room. The Hungarian Orchestra
furnished the music for the dinner
The evening times., 1895-09-04
EDUCATIONAL.
I GQH

EDUCATION FOR REAL LIFE
FOR SONS AND DAUGHTERS.
The Spencerian business College,
Rational Bank of the Republic Building.
The evening times., 1895-09-04

New York, Sept. 4.-Miss Florence B.
lockwood niece of Thomas F Bayard,
United States ambassador to the court
of st. James, was married to c. Grant La
Fargo, an architect, yesterday by the Rev.
Father Ducey, of st. Leo Roman Catholic
Church, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Benoni
Lockwoo No. So Irving place.
Only the immediate relatives and few
intimate friends OF the families were present.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15

rest Of the men were neighbors, good
honest men who know better than tu
ask the same man twice for chew OF
tobacco without offering a return OF
the favor, who belonged to church
and did not swear except under gre;.t
provocation.
Midway the meal Miss Sophronia
looked up from her book.
"l'd offer to help you, Cissy. but
you seem to be getting along better
without me. Too many cooks YOU
know, spoil the broth.
1t would have done poor, tired
Cissy good to hear the remarks of the
men as they smoked their pipes under
the oaks in the back yard.
THAT settles it" said one, "it | hear
the women pokin' eny more Jokes at
AIS wife, I'll shoot off suthin' that'll
settle 'em. | haint met up with such
a dinner since my mammy's day"
Three kin's OF pie and a puddin'
That lays it over anything we've seen
yit. Al knowed what he's about
when he married that town gal, now
tell ye."
did ye hear the Gorham ga! tick
lin about the dinner we'd git to-day =?
| list wisht she could seen ii =
"Them soggy apple dumplin's at
we he'd thar yesti'lay lays heavy on my
stummick yit,' this from Tim Lewis !;
Il drapped one on my foot an it
hurted so | sorta kicked inter the door.
yard, an them pore chicken is fightin'
over it till plumb yit.'
As soon rs the buzz of the thresher
was heard, Miss Sophronia hustled out
of her chair
"Now for supper, and then dinner
tomorrow We mustn't lose what
we've gained. Two Of the men will
be here to breakfast. You sit down
and let me wash the dishesr'
"No' no. Whoever heard OF setting
ones guardian angel 10 wash the
dishes y
Nay" said Miss Sophronia, Il
don't aspire to the office of guardian
angel; | only want to be-gtand-
mother
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15
"Trust those who have tried

Catarrh caused hoarseness and difficulty
IN speaking. also To great extent lost
hearing. BY the use of Elys Cream Balm
droppin. of mucous has ceased. voice and
hearing have greatly improved. j W.
Davidson, Atty at Law. Monmouth. ILL.,
| used Ely's Cream Balm for catarrh and
have received great benefit. | believe it a
safe and certain cure. Very pleasant to
takc.-Wm. Frazer. Rochester. n. Y.
Price OF Cream Balm is fifty cents.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15

According to the identification by
personal marks theory of the police it
is now proper to refer to thumb
prints on the hands of crime" instead
of footprints on the sands of time"
Niceforn Nemesis.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15

rs this drinking water?' asked a
stranger in Kentucky.
mo indeed, sah,' replied the color
ed man who was standing by the
spring. Oats jes' washin' watah.
Dab ain no sech ting ez drinkin'
watah. = Washington STIR.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15

Mr.. Flatte-"My wife takes me
down frequently in the elevator"
Mr.. Cottage with deep feeling -
I'VE haven't any elevator. but that
doesn't make any difference. ."-De-
t'oi Tribune.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15

Charley" she asked as they sat
looking at the game, chow many balls
make batg'
He looked long and suspiciously at
her, then averted his face and slipped
into il another Glove Cincinnati Tri-
buue.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15

What do you like best, now, cham
pagnc or beer:"
MY dear fellow, it depends alto
gether on whether it is my treat or the
other fellows Boston Transcript.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15
COMBATING.
In Private Life we are Always
Combating With the Social
Problem, i'm Business Life with
the Financial Problem.

the Financial Problem.
But in the drug business we not
only have the combat with the social
and financial problem, but with the
most vital and delicate problems
disease, maintainance of life, renewal
of energy, Frightening of social life /;
and as We conduct the drug business,
relief from over-taxation for medical
agents. Berlin's White Front drug
store. (Dr. S. X. Marshall, proprietor)
has three objects in view: First, to
relieve suffering and destroy disease /;
second, to drive into oblivion high and
fancy drug prices; third, to make a
living. All three are honored facts,
and while we live and keep our health
we desire to aid you in living and
keeping your health. Besides TO sup
ply your wants from our stock of
patent medicines, insect powder, papers,
magazines. fashion plates, candy, cigars,
chewing and smoking tobacco.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15

Mr.. Soitleigh-"Oh, Miss We're,
your reSplendent beauty sets my brain
on fire.
Miss G. Nere-"Well. never mind,
it wont be much Of conilagration. =
Truth.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15

The rumor that Della Fox had lsst
s65, 900 worth of diamonds in Peoria
caused lively flutter in the plate glass
trust for a while. Chicago Dispatch.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15
LISTEN.

How be done Never before the
CURED such terrible strikes and scarcity Of all the
This has demoraze all kinds business
failures there has been the clothing line We
bern manufacturers filing conditions and being enabled shake
ready cash them they refused
mense line OF desirable styles prices
We can't hold them, will give everybody chance life
fine Spring and Summer Clothing.
They will thong store-Can help know The low prices
bring them
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15

"Have you purchased the material
for your bathing suit yet, Mamie -
mo. | don't need much, so am
waiting for remnant SALE"
Il didn't know they sold bronze
paint that way Chicugo Post
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15

And the girl with the city flavor,
To the country takes her flight.
To ask as shyly us yesteryear,
II the dreadful cows will bite.
Detroit Tribune
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15

BE sure and use that old well-tricd remedy
MRs. wINsI ow's SoOTHISG SYRCr for child
rem tcething II soothcs the child, softens
the gums. allays all pain. cures wind collie and
is the best remedy for diarrhua. Twenty-Five
cents a bottle.
It Is hest of all.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15

Finks-"Does your wife talk in her
sleep?'
Links-'I never stayed awake TO
find out, but unless sleep makes an en-
tire change in her nature | should say
she did. "-Dctrod Free Press.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15

Lady-"I see you advertise home
made bready'
Baker-"Yes, ma'am."
Lady-"Does it taste like home
made ?"
Baker-"No, indeed, ma'am. It's
sweet and light.-HousehoH Words.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15

We take pleasure
Worcester County general that have placed of the
largest and desirable lines of Mems Youths CmdrenS
shown in this section prices
The Wilson Bill NAL free:
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-06-15

Jestcr-"Of course, you've heard
the latest about Boozeman he isn't
drinking any more"
Quester-"Don't say, Well, that's
to his credit"
Jester-''Oh, no its TO his lack of
credit. ."-Richmond Dispatch.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1895-02-25
VIRGINIA FGUD ENDED.

Throe Members of Two FnmIlio, Killed
and Fourth Man Murtaliy Wounds d.
SERGgSr. NY, Feb. 24.-According to
reports just received here, three men
were shot to death and fourth mortal.
ly wounded in n fight between Smith.
Cox factions near Osborn's Gap. Dick.
inson county, Va, on Wed nesday after.
noon last.
The men involved in the difficulty
had long been regarded rs terrors in the
neighborhood in which they reIided,
and 10. years tho families have been
deadly enemies. According to tho best
Information obtainable, Rober, and
Sam Smith had been at the Gap, and
were on their way home, when they ME.
Ben and Lem Cox on the road. about
two miles from town. All four were
under the influence OF liquor. and were
literally boiling for fight.
The Smiths, It is said. drew their re-
volvers 6r.t and commanded their ena-
mics TO surrender. Instead, the Cox
boys ierked out their weapons and then
a general fgh: was begun. The battle,
it is said, lasted tor nearly half an hour,
and when the smoke cleared away Rob.
ert and Sam Smith and Ben Cox were
found lying dead on the road. while Jem
Cox is so badly wounded that his death
lie expected hourly.
The killing Of tho men, il subsequent
accounts Dear out the report in iull.
puts an end to two families tina. had
long been prominent in criminal
circles in this section OF the country.
There we.e originally eight Smith
boys, aud all OF them me. their deaths
in tights similar TO the one of Wednes-
day. Two other Coxes were also killed
several years ago in battle between
men OF thoir stamp. Ben Cox enjoyed
the reputation OF having killed five
men. and mis- brother. Lem had twice
been tried for murder. They all resided
back in tho mountains and were re-.
garded as very dangerous men. q rep.
utution to which they were certainly
entitled,
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1895-02-25
KNOWLEDGE

Brings comfort and improvement and
tends to personal enjoyment when
rightly used. The many, who live bet
ter than others and enjoy life more, with
less expenditure, by moro promptly
adapting the worlds best products to
the needs of physical being, will attest
the value to health Of the pure liquid
laxative principles embraced in tho
remedy, Syrup OF Figs.
Its excellence is due 10 its presenting
in the form most acceptable and pleas.
ant to the taste, the refreshing and truly
beneficial properties of n perfect lax
ativc; cflectually cleansing the system,
dispclling colds, headaches md fcvcrs
and permanently curing constipation.
1t has given satisfaction to millions and
met with the approval of tho medical
profession, because it nets on the Kid
neys, Liver and Bowels without weak
cning them and it is perfectly FREQ from
every Objectionable substance.
Syrup Of Figs is for sale by all drug.
gists in Soc md 81 bottles, but 1t Is man.
ifacturcd by the California Fig Syrup
Co. only, whose name is printed on every
package, also the mime, Syrup Of Fig,
and being we'll informed, you will not
accept any substitute II offered.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1895-02-25
4 BLACK FIEND
Confcss-s, ut His Death. to Committing
Five Murders.

Confcss-s, at His, Death. to Committing
Five Murders.
HALsEY. KY, Feb. 2i.-The statement
OF the negro who died hero yesterday
has created quite sensation in this
little place. Just before he passed
away the negro confessed to having
committed five murders, two of them
in Alabama, two in Tennessee and one
in Georgia.
He said that three OF his victims
we're white women. Hc also said that
one man had been tried. convicted and
hanged for ono Of his iiendish acts.
The man was not guilty, and was con.
victed on purely circums;antiul evil
dence. lIs would not tell the exact
towns or localities where he had com.
mitted these crimes. but seemed to fully
realize that he would get his just deserts
for his acts, and was in prayerful con.
verse with tho Rev. James Smith. n col.
ored preacher here. just before no died.
Tho black fend carried in his pocket,
the skeleton oil II female hand, which
hc kept about him. and claimed tina. 1t
had been his luck piece for tivs years in
crap games. The hand is that OF q
young woman or girl, and is now in tho
possession OF the Rev. Smith. Tho ne.
gro has gono under tho name OF Frank
Wool while working hero, bu. it is
thought tina. his right name is Thomas
Allen.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1895-02-25
RANSOM rs NAMED



Grny--k Popular sciroilan.
WASHINGTON, D. G., Fob. 2t-Tho
President yesterday nominated Hon.
Mat NJ. Ransom. senator from North
Carolina, for minister to Mexico, TO sue.
coed tho late Hon. Isaac r. Gray. The
nomination was received by tho senate
at 800 o'clock, bu. tho fact that the
nnma was IN DO ,SOnt In yesterday had
become known early IN tho session.
Few nominations have boon sent TO tho
senate which have been received with
creator favor. An old.tine member oi
tho senate and personally popular with
I'LL its members. tho entire senate, with
two or three exceptions, aud those OK.
ceptions BECAUSE OF relations with tho
executive, Ind joined IN the recon.
inondntion OF tho appointment.
Mr.. Ransom has beon- n member OF
the senate continuously for tho past
twonty.thrco years, bGing first chosen
In 1872. lie was frat cholfn to I'll tho
office TO which Hon. z. Il. Vance Ind
been elected, but which he was not al.
lowed 10 Ill because his war disabilities
had no. been removed. mud tho fact 10
now pleasantly recalled by Mr.. Vanco's
friends that Senator Ransom devoted
himself zsalou,ly during the carly part
OF his senatorial career 10 securing tho
removal OF tho bar which Ind boon
created against Mr.. Vance. 1t is also
recalled by soma that lie divided his
first years salnry with Mr.. Vance.
During his carccr in the senate Mr..
Ransom has kept well ABREAST OF public
aIIairs. During the war he filled In sue.
cesslon the grades Of lieutenant colonel,
colonel. brigadier general and major
general, which latter rank he held when
he surrendered with Lee at Appomat.
to1.
Senator Ransom Is aixty.nino years Of
age, but IL well preserved and does not
show his ago. lie IL man OF polished
manners, and OF much tact, and his col.
league. unite In the opinion that he
will make an ideal diplomat. The sen.
alto went into executive session i'm.
media.ely after receiving the nomina-
ton and confirmed 1t By unanimous
vote. Tho confirmation was moved by
Senator Sherman, who, in making tho
motion, addressed mo senate briefly rs
to the fitness Of the nomination, OF
which he spoke rs In every way desery-
ing and appropriate. Whom the vote
was taken thore was general response
in the affirmative. Tho executive ses.
sion lasted i've minutes.
Senator Ransom said after his con-
tirmation that no would not qualify I'm.
I'll after the 18th OF March, anu therefore
would serve out his term in the senate.
After tina. timo he would be prepared
to proceed to Mexico rs soon as the sec.
rotary OF state desired him to go.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1895-02-25
SATURDAYS NEWS IN BRIEF.

Buck Adam =. notorious couutcrfeitcr,
was arrested in Garra;d county. Ky.
He had SOL in bogus coins when caught.
The President has signed the bill ex-
tending tho timo for the enforcement. OF
tho now rules to prevent collisions ut
sea.
The relief committee Tor tho Minno.
sofa fire sufferers has 5000 on hand.
but says Sl7.500 more will DO required
to furnish seed.
Authority has boen granted to Mar
vill6 W. Cooper and his aSsociates TO
reorganizo tho Standard National Bank,
of New York c ity.
The senate has conf rmcd tho appoint
ment Of William Heard ms minister to
Liberia, and Hamilton Eaton 10 DO post
master at Barncsville. Ohio.
Tho Advontists' conference, ut Baltic
Creek, Mich. has reiuscl an offer of
$4,000 acres OF lnnd in I,mboJ In, mado
by tho South Africa company.
A syndicate Of wealthy Chinese in
San Francisco has rented Thousands OF
acros OF orchard land in California, and
will opcrato them with coolies.
Charles S. Huzeltiuc, United States
consul at Milan, Italy, has resigned, aud
will return to his homo, Grand Rapids,
Mich, to attend to private business.
Nanny Barkor. a Chicago oxprc,sman.
killed his vito and fatally wounded
Harry Barner. whom no found in nor
company. All arc colorod. Barker was
arrested.
Miss Mamie ". r. Gately was killed.
and her mothor badly hurt by being
thrown from carriage in II runaway ut
Wellington. Mnss. Thomas Conloy, tho
driver, was drunk.
Tho COMM, sioner OF informal revenue
has aont out circular letters to all col.
lectors Of internal revenue calling thoir
attention to the extension OF limo for
making income tax returns to April 10.
Tho privilege OF postnastera at free
delivery ilicasin making temporary mp.
pointmonts 10 vacancies in tho force, IL.
respective OF the civil asrvics board, ha.
been revoked.
Tho President vetoed the house bill
tn incorporate tho Society OF American
Florists, one Tor tho reliot OF John l.
Ron, aud one authorizing tho kansas
City. Oklahoma & Pacific railway com.
panyt to construct \ railway through
Indian reservations.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1895-02-25

The Memory OF the Great Coiored Lcado
to DO Iionored In N1w York,

The Memory OF tho Great Coiored Load Or
to DO Iionored In N1w York,
NEw YonK. Feb. 24.-Tho body OF
Frederick Douglass will lie in state in
city hall Tuesday. A committee Of
colored men called at the mayors office
to-day to ask for this privilege. They
said they represented the ontiro colored
population OF Now York, who desired
thus to honor their dead leader.
\ messenger was sent to the mayors
residence. aud the permission was readi.
~ granted. The board Of aldermen will
doubtless concur in the mayors action.
Douglass body will lie in state on the
very spot where thousands paid their
respects to Ulysses S. Grant. aud where
the bodies OF many distinguished Amer.
lean personages have temporarily re.
posed.
The caske. will res. in front OF the
large center arch. just inside Of tho
main entrance OF the historic old build.
ing, and directly below where the casket
containing tho body OF President Lin.
coin rested in April. 1865. which was on
tho large iron plste at the top OF tho
stairs leading to the second floor OF the
rotunda and Immediately in front Of the
entrance to tho governors room. Lin
coins body lay in state in City Hall for
80 hours. and during that time quar-
ter OF a million people saw it. Tho line
extended up to the head OF Chatham
square, and all through the night the
slow tread OF the column was heard 20.
ing up the marble utep,. The whole
building was mutllel In Grape. When
General Grants body Law there much
the same scenes were presented.