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The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-06-09
RELICS OF THE WAR.
The Ruler and Sand Box Used by the
Captain of the Cruiser Harriet
Lane,

The Park Museum is to be enriched by
the addition of couple OF war relics,
I around which cluster memories of one of
the most heroic sea battles fought during
the Civil War. They are ruler and sand
box used by Captain Wainwright of the
United States ship Harriet Lane just prior
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-06-09

to her capture in the harbor of Galveston.
Nearly the entire crew lost their lives in
the defense of the ship.
The relics were presented to d. J. Staples
of the Firemans Fund Insurance Company
by DR.. Edmund Goldman of Santa Cruz,
and Mr.. Staples has decided to turn them
over to the Park Commissioners. In talk
ing about the ruler and sand box DR.. Gold
man said:
.They were originally the property Of
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
RANSOM NOMINATED.
10 Is Immediately Confirmed BY ID.
Senate Mem. Con.
TO m MINISTER TO MEXICO.
HE Fttaess for the Post Conceded
ON All siAes-Hs IL Heartily Con-
graduated ~ Democrats and re-
publicans AIiks-Euiog,es of vance

WASHINGTON, d. C.. February a.
espeeial,--The President to-day sent to
tne senate the nomination OF General
MATT w. Ransom 70 be Minister TO
Mexico. For the past two days there was
q Keeling here that in spite OF the many
names pressed Senator Ransom would be
appointed. The only fear was that Mr..
cleveland might ignore the request OF
the senator's who practically united in
Recommending the North Carolina states
man. The other day gentleman re-
marked. In the hearing OF General Ran
rom. that the President was a very stub
born man, whereupon the Senator quietly
said that he hoped in this particular case
MT. Cleveland would prove stubborn and
stand by him.
The Senator not only felt highly fat
:erer when his associates so generously
proposed his name. but from the start he
tked the idea of becoming minister to
our sister republic. In other words. when
the movement commenced the General
was In for success. and for the past few
lays his manner and conversation have
,nd'cated clearly that he had limitations
rom the White House OF success.
There Is not the slightest doubt that
aeavy work was put in for other candi-
eates, but the elimination shows that
GENERAL Ransom was the favorlte by long
odds.
CONFIRMATION.
Two hours before the nomination was
received at the Senate to-day 1t was re-
ported about the Capitol that Senator
Ransom had been appointed and the
news spread rapidly. When the nomina-
uon was received the Senate Immediately
vent into executive session for the pur-
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
New Bernc's Successful Fair.

NEW BERNE, y. c., February o.
Especial -Washington's birthday was a
fine one for the fair, which was prac-
tically the last day of the eighth eXposi-
ton Of this association. The crowd was
early on the grounds. and was augment
ed by the arrival OF special trains before
noon. The stock parade was very good,
and some fine animals were shown. The
races were very good. The first money IN
the trotting event went to c. H.. of New
York city, and that in the running went
to the former successful horse, Fal-
conette. OF Richmond, Va.
When the previous bad weather is con-
sldered. the fair has been an eminent suc-
cess, both for visitors and the fair as
ISOLATION. Tomorrow the defamation OF
exhibits will begin by removals, and by
night the exposition will be at an end.
Among the exhibits were specimens OF
the work Of the South-Side Manufacturing
Company, Of Petersburg. Va. Packages
for shipment of truck is their speciality.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
PRICE OF SPIRITS.
1T rs ORDERED ADVANCED by THE
wHIsKEY TRUST.
Il IL Already Three Cents Greater
I'm Cincinnati, and n Further Adj
xoucc To-Morrow Is Anticipated
Announcement of the Receivers.

CHICAGO, ILL. February 3.-Whis-
key-Trust- Receiver McNulta to-day nou-
fed the members OF the company that
the prices OF spirits would be advanced
2 l-2 cents a gallon next week, in the fol-
lowing message:
Spirits will be quoted at N.2S for the
week beginning Monday. February zsth'
Quotations given on Saturday OF eaeh
week are for the week following. BY order
OF the Executive Committee. John Nc
Nuita, chairman"
General McNulta could not say whether
there would be another advance In the
future.
FURTHER ADVANCE EXPECTED.
CINCINNATI. o., February @'-The
price OF whiskey was quoted ut VS. on
Change to-day-an advance OF 3 cents
The committee Of receivers for the WINS
KEY Trust and outside distillers fixed the
price. A further advance is expected Mon
daV
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
RcnrresfcI md Rcbaiicd.

Mrs. Elizabeth Al5recht, or Albright,
who was, as reported In the Dispatch,
sentenced to jail for shopliftinG. and
balled in the sum OF $500, pending an APP
peal to the Hastings Court. was rear
rested yesterday by Officer c. a. Gibson
a: the instance OF her bondsman, Mr..
Samuel Nj. Page. who. fearing that she
would not appear. swore out a bail piece.
The Attorney took this action because
of the fact that Mrs. Albrecht had
promised 10 find some one by yesterday
10 succeed him as her b0ndsman. Her
failure to fulfill her promise caused the
lawyer to fear that she would not deal
fairly with him.
The unfortunate woman was detained at
the Third Station for several hours Mr..
Page was finally prevailed upon TO re-
consider his action. and again went her
bail for her appearance before the grand
,uTy.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
spISNERs AND WEAyERs.
Their Organization Into Unions
Proposed Legislation.

FALL RIVER, MASS, February 9.--
Secretary Howard. OF the Sp!nners'
Union, is in receipt Of letter from the
president OF the Federated Trades OF At
lanta, Ga, asking for all data concerning
the organization OF the Spinners Union
in this city, and asking for further cor
resemblance as to how best 10 proceed
in organizing cotton-mill operatives IN the
South.
Secretary Whitehead. Of the WeaVers'
Union. says that at a meeting or the hVe
manufacturers and five representatives
of operatives held in Boston yesterday,
IL was agreed to submit n weavers par
ticulars law, to take the place or the
law now on the statute-books. 1t pro-
yides for the particularizing of the length,
reed. pick. and style of goods being
woven, and is satisfactory to manuiac-
turers and operatives. The secretary also
states that the local Viewers Union has
decgied to send a delegation OF weavers
TO meet like members from New Bed
ford. for the purpose OF organizing
State weavers' union.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

WANTED-BUSINES CHANCE - 4
young man who thoroughly understands
the keeping Of books and handling money.
Must have $3.50 Ia 1900 in cash. Steady
employment at SIS per month. Money
will be perfectly safe, and handled By
party himself. Must be sober. honest. AMI
reliable. Write fully giving reference.
office. Re 2}-3t@
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
SOUTHERN RAILWAY sHOP-MEN.
They Hold n Meeting of indiEn"-
ton Against PrOperty-Owners.

ton Against PrOperty-O"he'''
ATLANTA. GA, February 23.-There
was a meeting tonight in this city OF the
operatiyes, mechanics. carpenters. ana
painters employed by the Southern rail-
vav in the Atlanta shops 10 express their
indignation at the action Of fifty-odd pro-
oerty-owners In the neighborhood or the
shops who are bringing suit against the
Southern for obstructing streets by en-
closing the shops. The suits run up 10
about 100000. the property-owners claim
ing to have been damaged to that extent
by the action Of the road.
The filing of the damage suits caused
the Southern to cali halt in the work
Of erecting new shops here on the old
site. and enlarging the present ones TO
three times their present capacity. rms
brought the issue TO a climax with the
workingmen. and they held an indigna-
ton meeting. They claim that the shops
have been of benefit TO the property-oWn-
ers. instead of an injury; and II appears
that many of the workmen are tenants
OF the property-owners who are suing Tor
damages. paying monthly rental for tho
lots and houses.
At the meeting tonight they deter
mined to cease renting from those proper
ty-holders who are suing the road.
They also appointed a committee 10 SO.
cure the cooperation Of the Chamber OF
Commerce and the City Council to In
duce the property-owners TO withdraw the
suits against the road. Much enthusiasm
prevailed at the meeting.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
Bishop Cheshire Preaching.

WELDON. ". c., February 3.-tSpe-
cial fright Rev. j. y. Cheshire. Jr.. ID.
D., Bishop OF this diocese, preached to a
large congregation at Halifax last night.
He will preach at Ringwood tomorrow,
Enfield Monday, and at Grace Episcopal
church. here Tuesday night. He will also
conduct services here Ash-Wednesday
morning.
\ general thaw has set in. and the ice
and snow are fast disappearing.
Captain c. q. Snead. of Fluvanna coun-
~. Va. is here on visit to his daughter,
Mrs. w. T.. Daniel.
William Habiston, Charles Cohen. ana
other directors of the Roanoke Rapids
Company. held a meeting here this week.
Work was suspended a few days during
the severe cold weather. but is now being
pushed vigorously ahead again.
Work on the Seaboard AIRLINE bridge
here is now well under way.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
The po,., Entertainment.

The following is the programme OF the
boys entertainment 10 be given AT the
Young Mems Christian Association next
Friday night Cor the benefit OF the boys
educational department.: Orange choir.
boys OF the Sunday afternoon service; vio-
lin solo, selected. Master Victor Mcneil:
vocal solo, Miss Wena Newman vocal
solo, Mr. Oscar Howard; recitation, The
One1xfm Soldier" Miss Maggie Leahy'
feats OF contortion. Chesterman, Nor
risett. and F'inney; vocal solo. Mama
Bye Me Eat" Mr.. Malcolm Shackleford;
plano solo. selected. Master Aubrey kei-
ley; guitar duet. selected, Messrs. George
and Charles Jordan; recitation. selected.
Miss Maggie Leahy; impersonations, MT.
George Carter: trio. selected, Messrs.
SbackIeford. Walker, and Jordan: vocal
duet. selected, Messrs. Charles Hunter ana
Stuart Hopkins; tricks in magic MIR. An
ton SchatZel
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

that through his never-failing courtesy
and kind-heartcdness Senator Ransom
had won the esteem, as through MS
ability, character. and devotion 20 the
public welfare, he had earned the re-
spect OF all his colleagues In the Senate
When the vote was taken there was
general response In the affirmative.
The executive session lasted but nve
minutes.
Senator Ransom made his escape to his
committee-room when the executive ses.
sion was moved. and was not presen'
during the executive proceedings.
RANSoMS RECORD.
Mr.. Ransom has been In the Senate
since April "a, 1872. and has long oeen
one of the popular members OF that bouy.
so that Il was with pleasure that ms
associates took occasion to connrm INC
nomination so quickly. He Is a natVc
OF North Carolina, born I'm Warren county
in 1896. He received an academic euuSa
tion. graduating from the university
North Carolina In 1877, and was adfnit,eo
TO the bar the same year. lie ~ NV
yer ana planter, and prior to enteIihs
national politics held n number OF OFFICES
Of trust In his native State.
Mr.. Ransom has been reelected 10 'he
Senate three times. and hts term oil
service expires March 81 next He was
first elected to the Senate 10 MI 'ne
term 10 which Zeb Vance had been eiec s,,
ed, but which he was not allowed 10 M
because his war disabilities had not posn
removed, and the fact Is now pleasant!
recalled sby MIR. Vance's fSiends 'ha'
Senator Ransom devoted himsen zeai
ously during the early part OF his sena,
to,Iai career to securing the removal
OF the bar which had been created against
Mr.. Vance.
DIVIDED WITH VANCE.
7, ,s slso recalled by some that he d.
vided his first years salary with MT
Vance During his career In the Senate.
Mr. Ransom has kept well abreast Oh
public affairs. lie has from the hrst heIa
high committee places. and Is now chall-
man OF the Committee on Commerce. one
of the most important OF the Senate
committee. Notwithstanding he served
through the war on the Confederate sue
MIR. Ransom first made himself prom
nent as peace advocate IN ahte-pehuii
days. and he attended the Montgomery
peace convention in 1861 as n delegate
from North Carolina. He was In those
DAYS Wing. but soon afterward he ANIL
ated with the Democratic party.
During the war he filed In succession
the offices Of Northumberland. colonel.
brigadier-general. and Encouragement,
which latter rank he held when ne sur
rendered with Lee at Appomattox. lie
participated in many important engage
ments. in some OF which he was In COM
mand. He was especially noted for the
care he took Of his men.
The salary OF the Mexican mission is
1880.
A BORN DIPLOMAT.
Senator Ransom is admirably equipped
for any diplomatic mission. He has serV-
ed in the Senate for nearly four consecu-
tive terms. is a born diplomat, speaks
French and Spanish. and is thoroughly at
home in the Greek and Latin classics.
He Is IS years old, but is'strong ana
active.
lie last fall made a most vigorous cam
paign Of his State, speaking nearly every
day. and often travelling all night For
twelve years he has been a member OF
the National Democratic and National
Executive committees.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

SIS TO $50 PER WEEK USING AND
Every family has rusty. worn knives.
forks spoons. etc. quickly plated by
dipping In melted metal. No experience
or hard work: a good situation. Address
W. 2. HARRISON & CO. Clerk No t.
Columbus. .. ia l3-Su,Dc =
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
TIE HOT SPRINGS FIRE.
Four Lives Were Losi-Property Loss
Estimated mt s125,OOO.

HOT SPRINGS. ARK. February o.
The ruins OF yesterdays big fire are being
removed as rapidly as possible, and
close search IS being made for the re-
mains OF any one who persisted unknown
10 the fremon. The death-llst Is no"
placed at four. and is as follows:
Mrs. Mary Samonson, 70 years old, who
was living in the Ledgerwood building.
ID w. Wing. of G,ens Falls. n. v, who
ESCAPED the flames, but remembered that
he had s.. so in the house and rushed back
10 secure il. Before he reached the door
his clothing was on fire. and he burned
to death in the sight OF thousands of per-
sons.
4 negro-name unknown.
Mrs Maggie HIscock. living at the
Oak-IaWn, who ran out from the rear
dooy. her clothing a sheet OF flames. and
fell dead before help could get to her.
The property loss is now estimated at
$1,000 with but $4,000 insurance.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
TENNEssEE's GUBERNATORIALITY.
Democratic Members of the Inyesti-
eating Committee Disappear.

NASHVILLE, TENN, February D.
The investigation of the gubernatorial
election developed sensation this morn
ing Last night the committee completed
its list of counties to be investigated and
omitted from the list number In which
Mr.. Evans alleged fraud in the election.
His protests against this omission was
to be heard by the committee this morn
ing When the hour for the committee
meeting came only two Of the Demo-
cratic members were present. The other
members had left town. II was said.
Those two got out OF the way before the
committee could be called to order ana
the meeting was broken up on account or
lack OF a quorum. The report was given
the local press for publication. but II Is
not on record with the committee papers
and probably will not be got before the
Legislature.
The committee will leave here In three
sections tonight. going TO the three
grand divisions of the State TO begin the
work Of investigation next week.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

the first time on any stage. II "a a society
play OF great force and fascination. and
will prove valuable addition To Mr..
Mantell's repertoire. The performance
was remarkably smooth one. and dis
played TO great advantage the talents and
capabilities OF Mr.. Mantelrs company,
The strong scenes and situations were well
worked up. and were received with en-
thusiasm by a large audience. Mr. Man
tell made short speech before the cur
tain, In response 10 hearty call. Mon
bars" one OF Mshtelfs best plays. was
well presented at the matinee yesterday.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
NORTH CAROLINA CON-FUsIOSIsTs.
They Deny I'm Vain Their Refusal to
Honor Washington and Lee.

RALEIGH, n. c.. February 2.-Any
denial Of the fact that the General AS
sembly Of North Carolina refused to
adjourn on the birthdays OF Washington
and Lee is false from the foundation.
Senator Mewborne, president of the State
Farmers Alliance. in speech last Thurs
day, spoke of the failure Of the Senate
to adjourn on Lees birthday, which fall
ure is shown by the printed reports of
the House and Senate in the Caucasian.
Marion Buffers paper. These reports
state that the House passed joint reso-
luton 10 adjourn, received an amendment
20 IL from the Senate. and tabled the
resolution. This was the only official ac-
ton taken and tells the whole story. The
Fusionists are suffering severely under
the lash of the public press. and their
denals have been but fabrications not
sustained by the record.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
nidx fnr NnXN Plug.

WASHINGTON, D. c.. February o.
The Paymaster-G General of the navy has
called for bids on 1900 pounds of navy
plug chewing tobacco, which will be
opened at the New York navy-yard
March Goth. The specifications are very
strict and a similar amount purchased
last year cost p IL cents per pound. Jack
Tar is exceedingly fastidious about his
chewing tobacco. which is highly sweet
ened and favored. None Of the ordinary
commercial brands are acceptable on a
man-of-war. Unusual care Is taken in
preparing navy plug. and 1t Is only by pur-
chasing il in large quantities that en-
listed men can afford the luxury.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

a gold watch. Mr.. Bowers. who offered
resistance. was hit over the head with
agon-spoke, but not seriously hurt. The
burglars said they would post a notice
at the gate. telling what they had done.
In order that the prisoners might be re-
leased In the morning. but they failed 10
do so Neighbors noted the absence of
signs OF life about the house. and on
making an investigation discovered and
released the victims.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
The Grace-Street Union.

A very pleasant social was given by
the Baptist Young Peoples Union oil
!Grace-Street church Friday night. Pro
fessor T. w. Boatwrigbt. who was to
deliver an address on the life OF Wash
ington." was unayoidably absent. and an
able address was made by Rev DIR.
Hatcher. The motto OF the evening was,
Speak 10 Everybody You Don't Know"
and several hours were spent in hand
shaking and mutual introductions.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
NJ. MISSIONARY CONFERENCE.
Exercises by "Bright Jrweis"-A De-
Iightful Fridny-Nfght German.

1ightfuI Frfdny-N1Hht Germ0u.
ROCKY MOUNT. N. c., February o.
Especial Tho missionary conference at
the Methodist church opened with ex-
ercises by the Bright Jewels last night.
Miss Christine Horne read a memorial.
which was high tribute to the life and
character OF Mrs. w. s. Black, the
founder OF the Bright Jewels. Rev. Mr.
Twilley delivered scholarly address
suitable to the occasion.
The followers of Terpsichore made the
Academy of Music the scene OF de-
lightful german last night. led by Mr..
John l.. Arlington. with Miss Mary VIM
bush. of Warrenton. The dancers were
Misses Nellie and Annie Gupton, Mamie
Barnes, Lucy Thorpe. Pattie Jones, Mrs.
Cuthrell. and Mrs. Woodland, OF Rocky
Mount; Misses Green, Young. and BrodIe
OF Wilson; Kicks. OF Nashville: Mrs. Che
vase. OF Weldon; Messrs. Gregory, Bum.
Brogdon, James Bum, T.. G. Arlington,
Parker, Smith. Cuthrell, Woodard, Nc
Mahon, Sherrod. Willis and Brsswell.
The Queen City German Club Is famous
throughout Eastern North Carolina for
its splendid dances. and that OF last
night sustained its reputation.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
Mr.. billiard and Bride Here.

Mr. Mason ]. billiard and his bride ar
rived here yesterday. and are at Ford S
Hotel. Mr.. billiard is a native OF Spot
sylvania county. and lived in Richmond
some time. but for several years has
been engaged in business in Florence.
Ala, where he met Miss Susie Key
Conner. who is now his best half. Many
friends have called on the couple. who
appreciate the compliment. They will
visit Mr.. billiards. brother. who is Treas
urer of Spotsylvania county, leaving here
on Monday.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
mr.. Hodres on UypnOtism.

DIR. J. Allison Hodges delivered lee
ture Yesterday afternoon in the parlors
OF Mrs. b. b. Munford before the Satur-
day Club. His subject was "Hypnotism'
and his discourse, while interesting even
TO an engrossing extent. dealt largely
with the fallacies of the science. pr'
Hodges had n small boy, whom ne
brought under the influence of hypnotism
to demonstrate its power over the mlhd'
The ladies' were thoroughly entertained
and highly instructed by the lecturer.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

WANTED, GOOD Statesmen TO
sell Advertising Fans aad Novelties on
commission, direct from manufacturer.
Can make $50 per week RICHMOND
LITHOGRAPHING COMPANY, Buffalo,
" IL 3-Sl5t
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24

SPLENDID OPPORTUNITY FOR AP-
POINTMENT OF young men in the Rail-
ay-Mail-Service. Examinations soon In
every State. Write for particulars, Ma
tional Correspondence Institute. Wash
inetOn II. g. Re 2t-lt
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
MONUMENT BILL DEFEATED.
Even the Presence of Ladies' Had
No Effect on the Fusionists.

EVEN the presence OF LIbfcs Iuu
No Effect on the Fusionists.
RALEIGH, N. c., February 23.-(Spe-
cial)-The president and members of the
Ladies Monumental Association, together
with a number OF other ladies. filled the
Hobbies and galleries OF the Senate cham
Der to-day. to hear the debate on the
bill to lend the association $1,000, with
which TO pay for the statuary for the
monument. The debate lasted three
hours, Senator's Moody and Fowler be-
ing the special champions Of the bill,
and receiving great applause. Senator
Westmoreand opposed the bIll, which
failed TO passages, s: noes, S Several
senator's were excused from voting, and
others were absent.
The business of the House was unim-
portant. as no public measures Were
acted on. A bill passed Incorporating the
Morganton and Shelby railway.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
Neyytown Democratic Club.

An organization to be known as the
Newtown Democratic Club was organized
by the candidates OF Brookland District
Friday night The following officers were
elected: L. F. Meyer president; $. j.
Inge, vice-president: J. 5. Leovell, secre-
tary, and i. II. Chaikley, sergeant-at-
arms. The club will meet every Friday
evening at O'Clock at No. 200 west Leigh
street
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-24
scction-,Instcr Adams Unconscious.

GREENSBORO. y. c.. February %
(Speclal)-Section-M Master w. II. Adams, OF
the Cape-Fear and Yadkin-Valley rail-
road. fell unconscious on ASHORE street
yesterday. Heart-failure was the cause
lie was 45 years old. on his person was
found 800 in cash and a number OF valu-
able papers. A physician was sent for
and after some time he rallied and mag
rqcOypr