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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-26
HAMpDEN-sIDNEY COLLEGE.
intermediate Celebration OF H.
Union and Philn nthrOpic Societies

intermediate Celebration of tie
Union and PhiInnthropic Societies.
HAMPDEN- SIDNEY, VA. February
25-(Special THE 1s3d anniversary Of
George washington's Birthday was very
appropriately celebrated here last Friday.
The occasion was that of the joint annual
intermediate celebration of the Union and
Philanthropic societies. The exercises
were held In the college chapel, which
was crowded with friends of the college
and OF the young men chosen from the
societies as the orators Of the evening
The most entertaining part of the audi
ence. especially To the students and speak
ers. were the fair ones that had come
from far and near TO grace the occasion,
and bring joy and gladness to the hearts
OF the students.
The exercises, DR.. McIlwaine presiding,
were opened with prayer by DR.. T. Cary
Johnson. of the seminary After the
opening prayer the following speakers
were introduced by the presiding OFF,
GER: From the Ph!lanthropic Society
Messrs. J. l.. Mauzy. Virginia. subject
THE American Revolution; A. ID. p.
Gilmour, Virginia slbject-"The Private
Soldier a Hero" and T. A. Parker Vir-
ginia. subject-"To Thine Own Self be
True"
From the Union Society-Messrs. ]. T..
Sheffey, Virginia, subject-"Lights ana
Shadows; Alexander Spotswood. Viz
ginia. subject-"Uncle Toms Cabin" and
II. F.. McClintic. Virginia, subject-"York>
town and Its Surrender" All of the
speakers acquitted themselves in most
cred1table manner, and their orations
were received with hearty applause by
the audience. The speaking alternated
with excellent music by a fine string
band from Lynchburg. Va.
After the exercises were over the fair
ones. with their escorts. repaired to the
society halls. which had been thrown
open and brilliantly lighted for the occa-
sion. and the remainder OF the evening
until u L. ". was spent in social con.
verse by the students and the young
ladies. Thus passed another one OF those
pleasant evenings which will ever be
fondly remembered by those who partici-
pated therein.
AFTERNOON GYMNASIUM EXHIBIT.
In the afternoon of the same day at :
o'clock. Professor w. J. King and his
class gave the residents of the Hill the
pleasure Of seeing a splendid gymnastic
exhibition. The young men who composed
the class did their part well. and by
their splendid work reflected great credit
upon their professor, Mr.. King. who has
been training them all the session
The following young gentlemen COM
posed tho class: Messrs. Bull Chumbley. |
Pence. Shelton. Caldwell. Fickln, Dou. |
glas. Rudd. Iineweaver. Williams. Flem- !
ing. Lewis. and Hudson. Professor King |
has every reason to be proud Of his ex- |
cellent class, and the audience are great
~ indebted TO them for the enjoyable en-
tertainment they were given.
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( a length twice its width makes an exact
square for each side-J0x25 feet having
been found to give the amount OF space
most desirable for teams OF five on a
side.
While the game may be played by three,
four six, or even more, nve Is the Ideal
number for each side.
The lines should be marked on the floor
or ground, as shown in the diagram. There
is a centre foul-line and the end foul.
base, or goal-lines: the border beyond
represents the stop-nets, which may be
set five feet behind the goal-lines. over
the goal-lines. and seven feet above
them cords should be stretched from
pests set at the corners of the court.
on each goal-line place three pairs OF
Indian-clubs of three pounds weight each.
one pair In the centre. and the others
three feet from the posts, the clubs OF
each pair being eighteen inches apart.
With teams of five the three stationed
in front of the clubs serve as guards, or
goal-tenders. while the forwards act
mainly as throwers.
When the game is played out of doors.
and larger number than usually make
a team wish to play. several courts can
be laid out side by sde the right side
line of one answering for the left side line
of another Wands. or sticks. projecting
three feet above the ground, may take
the place Of the Indian-clubs.
A round rubber ball. filled with air.
and covered with leather, nine inches In
diameter. and weighing about a pound.
completes the outfit.
DIRECTIONS FOR PLAYING.
The best throwers must stand in front
and the best catchers guard the goals.
The side having the ball. which may be
decided by the toss of coin. tries 10
throw II between the goal-posts Of the
other side. If 1t succeeds in doing so ten
points are scored In it's favor: falling to
make goal. but hitting a club or post.
five points are counted. IL the ball only
passes the goal line under the cord three
points are made. Should the ball go over
the goal cord II Is a foul, and counts one
against the side throwing 1t. II a thrower
slips over the centre foul line two points
are counted against his side.
Two ten-minute innings. with a five
minutes rest between, makes q short,
sharp. and exciting game.
An interesting feature of the game IL
the frequency with which the score Is
changed. first one side and then the other
being ahead. which. with well-matched
teams. leaves the final result uncertain
until the last moment of play has ex-
pired.
The game OF battle-ball. DR.. Sargent ar
CUES, gives special exercise to the muscles
OF the back. chest, waist, and left arm, as
Well as the right arm. and II Is free from
danger OF any kind that would be hazard-
Gus TO life or limb: and another argument
In Its favor, II Is also q game suitable for
girls as well as boys.
DIANA CROSSWAYS.
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DEATH OF A BURNED CHILD.
Mr.. BENJAMIN Cannon Found
Spcechlcss and Unconscious.

tncOuScIOuSs
SCOTLAND NECK, n. e., February
25.-(Special.)-Th little child of Mr.. j. S.
Coleman. which was burned so badly
about two weeks ago. as reported in this
correspondence. died yesterday.
Mr.. Benjamin Cannon. aged about 20
years, keeps a mill few miles from
town. A few evenings ago he went out
just before dark to shoot some ducks
about the pond At dark he did not re-
turn. Later his family became uneasy
about him, and instituted a search.
They kept it up all night. but did not
find him until daylight. He had fallen
down on the snow, and was unable 10
get up. He was speechless and uncon-
scious, and has remained so ever since.
He was subject to fits of cramp. and 1t Is
thought he fell under such a stroke and
was unable to get up.
Mr. n. Biggs has returned from Nor
folk, where he went on business trip.
Bishop Cheshire spent a day and night
here. last week. on his regular visitation
to the Episcopal church of this place.
He preached morning and evening, and
large crowds went to hear him.
Friday night a Washington birthday
party was given at the Female Academy.
The entertainment was pronounced fine.
and the proceeds-s30-went to purchase
books for the academy library.
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Lieut.. y. ID. ROckenbHch Recalled.

LEXINGTON, VA, February 2.-(Spe-
cial.) $. ID. Rockenbach, Of
the Tenth United States Cavalry. who
has been commandant of the corps of
cadets of the Virginia Military Institute
for the past six months, and who
was granted furlough by the army Of
ficials. was recalled on Saturday to active
service, and his leave of absence not con-
tinued. as has all along been understood
that it would be. Efforts have been made
by the superintendent to have his fur
Laughed extended. but up to the present
time no answer has been received of ex-
tension. Lieutenant Rockenbach has
made himself very popular with the
present corps, and is a thorough disciple
marian; the condition OF the corps proves
his ability in this direction. If he is
not granted further leave of absence his
loss will be felt by the Virginia Military
Institute authorities. 1t Is hoped that his
recall will be revoked and that he may
be allowed to remain to the end of the
present session.
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CAPTAIN LEATHERS.
THE sTEAMROArMEx's WELCOME
TO A NEW CRAFT IN THE RIVER.
A CHARMING Young Gcatiewoman
who Commands One Of the Hixeest
Steamboats, Tint Floats on the
Mississippi River.



MEMPHIS. TENN. February a.
Among the steamers that travel up and
down the Mississippi river Is one that
bears the name OF an Indian tribe that
long ago lived and loved on the Banks of
this mighty stream--The Natchez.
Recently, as this floating mansion moved
slowly from its moorings at the port OF
New orleans. its own signal OF departure
brought answering whistles from every
boat. large and small. within the harbor.
The occasion OF all this bedlam Of noises
was the steamboatmen's welcome TO a new
craftsman in the profession. For the FIRST
time Captain Blanche feathers was COM
handing the Natchez.
There. upon the main deck. stood a
charming young woman guiding the des-
tiny of the great white steamer. q lately
acquired masters license giving her the
right to assume this, for woman. novel
position. Although two other women
have entered the field. Captain Mary Mil
Ter and Captain French, who Is also
pilot, neither II them have ever COM
manded a steamer of such proportions as
the Natchez.
A RED-RIvER CAPTAIN.
Captain Mary Miller. who died short
time ago. ran her small craft in what Is
known as the Red-river trade. and was "a
steamboatman in the fullest sense OF the
word. an invalid husband and her son
and daughters holding clerical positions
under her. "A large crayon portrait Of
Mrs. Miller has place of honor on the
walls Of the New Orleans custom-house.
CAPTAIN FRENCH.
Mrs. French is In command of a show
boat that travels through rivers and
bayous. tying UP here and there for
nights performance. Besides commanding
this miniature theatre. she holds the wheel
and makes the landings herself
Captain French and Captain [ather3
are now the only women who ho.d licenses
to command on the great river.
II you were TO board the Natchez anc
ask 20 Captain Blanche Leaihers, you
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Hsh.s. Of :. IN 1e.venins Povs-Iaess us Govt Repos
Rot!A!:!.!!! Rskass7
ABSOLUTELY PURE

sions." Dr. Kllgo. president OF Trinity
College. preached an able and eloquent
sermon Sunday morning on THE Father
hood OF God and Sonship OF Christ"
A collection amounting to nearly $500
was taken up.
Mr.. w. a. Campbell has returned from
Washington city. -N--ta
The cotton market here II unusually
active to-day. the sales being consld r.
ably larger than for some time. Not
outstanding the low price the farmers
are making preparations for another crop.
This is the case in Edgecombe county.
while In Nash they are preparing for
tobacco. and plant-beds cam be seen
everywhere.
Mr. c. Dunkei received telegram this
afternoon announcing the death Of his
daughter, Mrs. Flynn, OF Pantego, n. c.
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Suicide of Mr.. r.. T.. Williams.

The community of BURGESS Store.
Northumberland county, was thrown In
a state OF intense excitement on Wednes-
day evening last, caused by the suicide
OF Mr.. Thomas F. Williams, first assist
ant keeper of Smiths Point lighthouse.
and highly respected citizen of that
community, who shot himself with a pis-
toll in the left breast and right temple Mr.
Williams committed the fatal act about Z
o'clock. while alone in the house-his
wife and child being in the yard at the
time. When the first shot was fired Mrs
Williams and her little child thought
some one had shot a gun in the woods;
when the second report of the pistol was
heard she was confident that Ii was In
the house AS she entered the door she
was shocked to find her husband lying
PROSTATE upon lounge, with a 32-calibre
pistol by his side and blood pouring from
the two self-inflicted wounds. He died in
few minutes. Mr. Williams had been in
bad health for some time.
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CAPTAIN BLANCHE LEATHERS.
, affairs OF the boat. shopping for IT, mend
Ing for 1t. looking after the linen. and. IN
fact. seeing that the domestic employees
! live up to their duties. and that there In
no unnecessary leakage in my depart
ment. This Is an immense saving 10 the
boat. Only in my husbands absence do
take entire charge. and this. while re.
sponsbility. Is not an onerOus duty. foi
we have very efficient officers. all OF
Them Notwithstanding n paragraph that
has gone the round Of the press, are
men,"
HER STEAMER HOME.
Captain blanche most emphaticaly de-
clares that she Is n perfectly happy
woman: that her life IL full and busy
enc. free from all petty annoyances. ana
blest with comfort and ease. which no
one can doubt who. has had the privilege
of visiting the apartments on the Natchez
that were specially designed for those two
captains. who are partners for life, in
tho broadcast SENSE of the word
These apartments are esconsed high
upon the main deck. and are spacious,
and most luxurious in finish and appoint
moDts. Broad. plate-glass windows
shaded when needed by pretty drapery)
on every side. give a charming outlook
upon the country. Pictures, books,
piano. and dainty bits of needle-work
scattered about. tell OF the occupants
love OF the beautiful.
After viewing IL all one can truly SYM
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ould be certain to start with surprise at
having pointed out 10 you an essentially
refined and most attractive young woman
who looks more fitted TO reign In the
drawing-room than 10 stand upon The
deck Of a steamboat. And you would feei
Infinitely relieved when she tells you that
she is. after all. a steamboat captain only
in feminine sort of way, that Is she is
spared the hardships of the life. for her
husband. Captain Bowling S. leathers.
Is. as "A rule in charge of the boat. and
only in his absence does the full RESPONSE
blity fall upon the young and handsome
wife. who, for fourteen years. has lived
upon the river, until she is so familiar
with 1t and the steamboat business that
after passing a brilliant examination, she
gained the right to be registered as a
master.
GIVES HER HUSBAND ALL THE
CREDIT.
Captain Blanche credits her husband
with having inspired her with the ans
bition to adopt a captains title.
Knowing my knowledge Of the bust
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Relief of Unemployed.

LONDON. February 25.-James Kier
Hardie. NJ. p, had another hearing to-
day before the House of Commons Com
mittee which is considering plans for the
relief of the unemployed. He admitted
that the distress was so widespread thai
a state grant of 100000 would only tide
over the needs OF unemployed through
out the country for six weeks.
Mr.. John Burns asked II state grants
would not have the effect OF debauching
worthless people for a generation to come.
Mr. Hardie replied: mo. IL there is any
debauching going on now, 1t is being done
under the influence Of charity relief
funds"
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DIAGRAM FOR BATTLE.nALI.

DIAGRAM FOR BATTLE-BALL.
speedily become one OF the popular games
OF the day, particularly as 1t can be
played In the gymnasium or out OF doors.
We owe the invention 10 DR.. Sargent.
Of Harvard University. whose life is de-
voted TO devising and prescribing exer-
cises for the physical education OF young
people.
Or. Sargent concluded there was need
for new athletic or gymnasium game.
and forth with he invented one which. as
he says IN his little pamphlet describing
the game. should be 20 simple that any
one can play II without long training or
previous practice After considerable ex-
pcrImsnting ne evolved battle-ball.
LAYING OUT THE COURT.
The game Is played on q court some
what similar " tennis. 4 court with
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A Weldon Store Robbed Three Times

WELDON. n. c.. February 25.-(Spe-
cial.)-rhieves entered the store of Mr..
Nj. Fredlander here last night, and car
r!ed away large lot OF clothing. shoes,
ETC. This is the third time this same
store has been broken into within he
past few months. There is no clew.
sThe Roanoke Rapids people at a recent
meeting here arranged to push the work
OF building their factories TO a rapid
completion. The cotton-mili will be the
next one on which work viii begin. The
knitting mill is now going up
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COMMANDING THE NATcHEz.

pattize with the fair young southerher .
declaration that hers is the ideal lie ana
that she would not change places WIN
any one living.
Truly does II seem that In these days
everything is possible to woman OF pur-
pose, who dignifies any profession that
she chooses to follow, for here Is cultured
young woman more than ordinarily hand-
some, TO the manner born, the daughter
of Louisiana planter Games ). DouBias'
of Tensas PARISH. reared in the privacy
of an isolated home, educated under pr1-
vate tutors, entering a field that requires
a thorough technical knowledge. eXecu-
tive ability, courage, concentration Of pur-
pose, and GOODNESS in emergency. attri-
butes that were deemed heretofore only
possible to strong man. More proud OF
the opportunity of earning laurels as a
steamboat captain and her husband $
helpmate, than Of the social triumphs
that she could so easily win in the
charmed circle to, which her birth and
breeding entitle her
KATHERINE MOBILES.
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An Axsignment Mt Oxford.

OXFORD. n. c.. February 25.-(Spe-
cial.)-M. T. Clayton. merchant. made an
assignment Saturday night. naming as
assignee II. NJ. Shaw. His liabilities are
small. while his assets are even more
limited. Mr.. Clayton began business here
last fall with small stock of goods and
limited capital. His failure just at this
time Is peculiarly unfortunate coming
as it does on the eve of his marriage, as
cards were out only few days ago an
nouncing the union OF AR Clayton 10
Miss Maggie b. Smith, eldest daughter
OF Mrs. Louis G. Smith. of this place. on
March 9th, In the Presbyterian church.
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intermediate Celebrations,

LEXINGTON, VA. February 25-(Spe-
cial)-The Cadet and Dialetic societies
of the Virginia Military Institute held
their intermediate celebration in the Dia-
lect-Society Hail. and followed the cele-
bration by an entertainment by the ORA
matte Club.
The Washington and Lee Literary
Society held its intermediate cele-
bration in the university chapel
on the evening Of Washington's
natal day, and Mr.. L. A. Quarles,
Of Virginia. was awarded the declaimer's
medal, and Mr.. c. A. MacHite. Jr., OF
Virginia. the medal for the best debate.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-26
MRS. CLIFTON ROBERTSON DEAD.
witnesses BEING summoned In the
Fleming Trinl-SnOw and Cold.


CLINTWOOD, VA, February 25.-tspe-
cial.)-Your correspondent has just learn
ed that Mrs. Clifton Robertson, OF the up
per end of this county, died day OF
two since, after lingering Illness of seve-
raj weeks. Mrs. Robertson was compare
lively young woman. being only little
past 30 years OF age
Quite a number Of witnesses are being
summoned from this county In the trial
Of Henan Fleming, at Wise. for the muir
der of the Mullins family. The trial is set
for next week. Both the prosecution and
defence have witnesses from this county.
There will be a large array of wit
nesses sworn i'm the trial. as many are
summoned from the counties of Pike and
Letcher, in Kentucky.
The snow and cold weather still con-
tinues, with but little prospect OF any
change. our farmers are doing no work
now, and. in consequence, will be behind
with their teamwork in the spring.
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Can They Take n Hintf
petersburg Indcx-Appeal.)

Some OF the officers Of the First Regi-
ment will resign. but there are others
who will hold on until the regiment has
gone 10 pieces. Ordinarily q man Of DELI
cate sensib!lities does not require more
than q gentle intlmation that his services
could be dispensed with. but II looks as
II few militia ofsicers In Richmopd are
a. Incapable OF taking q hint a. q blind
horse would be Of acknowledging q nod.
And mors's the pity for the regiment.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-26

ness and OF the river" she said. "for
have been his partner for six years.
making our first start In the Laura Lee,
and afterwards building the boat We now
command. my husband suggested to me
the idea Of taking out masters license.
thus rendering II unnecessary. In his fire.
quent business absences TO burden our
selves with hiring temporary master.
Usually have charge Of the domestic
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-26
4 Fatal Shooting ARRAY.

IRONGATE, VA, February 25.-(Spe-
ciai)-Saturday night at negro dance
In the western part of this town gem
eral row took place, in which Paul Snead
was shot by Anthony Bell and severely,
If not fatally. wounded. Both were col.
ored. AS yet no arrests have been made.
News has just reached us of the death
Of DR.. r. G. Bradley, at Glen Wilton.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-02-26

FAYETTEVILLE, ". c., February IS
Especial THE Steinhelper residence was
burned at $50 O'clock this evening"
Frank Thornton, the owner. loses 81
on the building. but is fully insured. The
Steinhelper family loses all It's furniture,
valued at 1890. with no insurance. w.
T. Weeden's and f. c. Smiths adjoining
residences and furniture were damaged
by water.
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Mrs. Mary $. speighrs Requests.

RALEIGH. NJ. c.. February 25.-(Spe-
cial.)-The will Of Mrs. Mary s. Speight,
OF Raleigh. bequeathed $4,000 to the Uni
versity Of North Carolina, at Chapel Hill;
$1,000 to the Episcopal Diocese of North
Carolina; 500 to the Diocese OF East
Carolina for missionary purposes: $500 IL
Christ church. and $500 to the Cathedral
OF the Good Shepherd. this city.
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BrnggadOciOs, Beware!
GIarper's Young Peopl

IfIafpefS 1OUhS FtODIt.J
Bill Browns babyish brothers both be-
Ing bad boys) bamboozled bandy-legged
Bartholomew Braham by breaking Ber-
nice Braham's beautiful bamboo bonbon
basket.
Bernice being Bartholomew brother.
became belligerent: because. before BIZ :
bad brothers broke Bernice's beautiful
bamboo bonbon basket. both began be-
having badly by besmearing Bartholo-
news books binding
Both Browns being big babies boggled
before Bartholomew.
Bartholomew beat both Browns badly
Both Browns being big babies began boo
hooing.
Bernice beloved. Bravo. Barty! Beat
both braggodociosw
Barty beat both bravely
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GRADUATED SUGAR,
33c. PER POUND.

Fresh Soda Crackers. &c. per pound
Salt Pork. &C.. per pOunl.
Ginger Snaps, 5e. per p 9Insd'
8 Boxes Imported sardines Tor &c, .es.,,.s
Best new crop New Orleans lo!assss
A,pis Butter: ". per pound.
New Prunes. &c. pei pound. 80.
> cans Best Tables Peaches Tor &c.
ThtSkle Tomatoes, &c. per can. -.
LreSa MountaiD-Soi Bu''sT w. W.
HoGs-Aiade Jelly, &c. per pound,
SuGat-Qured Shoulders g. Py.ns'
S1a1t Early June Peas, lOc, per can;
Iry80r Flour at s-.io per baIte"
good Nmily-lsc. per sack.
California Arricots. l?i.c. per can
Ten pounds Best Virginia Baek"ne''
Jas' Brand Roasted. In l.pound papers
DC. per pound; finest on ths h'a'As'
Pure Lard. &c. per pouhu;
Large Cans Tomatoes, Ipi ~ "A. -,
Evaporated California fedehes' w. ~
p Good New Orleans Moiasses. "c' ~
Good Tea. sc. per pound. 81, e. per
Pure Rye Whisky. years Oh, = ~
ss Silver King Patent Family Flour, Dc"
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Best New York Creamery pss1'''
one pound prints. 3e. per p ,,on
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