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Arizona republican., 1895-05-19

THE empress dowager of China has been relieved of all responsibility, but she is much worried over the question as to how many peacock's feathers she ought to wear on her new spring bon net.
 MATsUI, the new secretary of the Japanese legation at Washington, is only about twenty-seven years old. He is graduate of the Imperial university at ToI1io. MT. Matsui succeeds Mir. Miyaoki, who was recently transferred to Berlin.
 MIR. KUR1No, the Japanese minister at Washington, is very fond of society, ane he and the chancellor of the lega- tion, a Japanese who speaks several languages, and is most courteous and sociable young man, go out great deal and have become very popular with the hospitable people at the capital.
Arizona republican., 1895-05-19

in the usual condition. At S:30 the place was in flames. The loss will be about $1 ,0O0 in actual expenses. Yet when it is considered that his plant for irrigating is gone and he cannot even obtain water for his stock, the loss is in reality much heavier. The large well caved in because of the tim bers at the surface being burned away.-Tucson Star
Arizona republican., 1895-05-19

been violently insane, threatening harm either to herself or others. She has had all the care mothers love could provide. She has never had pro. fessional treatment and her commit ment now is only last experiment. If it fail her friends will reallze that she is doomed to walk in the shadow of her sorrow until she descends into the val ley of shadows.
Arizona republican., 1895-05-19
Gone Upin Smoke.

The pump house, engine, pump and boiler at Joseph Pascholy's dairy, near the city, were destroyed by fire Thurs. day night. His manager had been to the engine house about o'clock in the evening and everything seemed to be
Arizona republican., 1895-05-19

Tomorrow is speclal sale day for hammocks at the Phoenix Stationery & News company. They are going cheap.
Arizona republican., 1895-05-19
SENTENCE DAY.

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Richmond planet., 1895-02-16

He served an apprenticeship under
the well-known builder and contractor
Mr.. J. E. Farrar. He attended night
school and served four years at his
trade. He was employed as a journey
man until 1889, wnen Mr.. Farrar re-
tired from business and Mr.. Moore be
came a member of the firm. In Octo-
Der, Mr.. j. K. O. Farrar withdrew from
the firm and it was known as Farrar
and Moore.
Since that time many contracts have
been completed for reliable citizens,
both white and colOred. The work has
always given entire satisfaction. In 1886
he was married to Miss ID. 4. Hill. In
1892, during the great political struggle
in the ward, he was nominated for and
elected to the Board of Alderman on
the Mitchell-Bahen Republican ticket.
Mr.. Moore is quiet and unassuming, a
tireless worker, and "a man who maj
friends. He is careful not TO wol
the feelings of others and it requ
much to arouse his anger.
He has made host Of friends in
Council and merited the respect
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16

~ "a l. T. GE was born i'm Richmond
a, OecemDel 10, 1oAo and went 10
school until he was IA years Or -
His father died, and he was left with
mother, three brothers and two sisters.
When only a boy he used to go
TO StauntOn and Harrisonburg. Va,
buying butter, -four, ETC., and shipping
it to Richmond during the war.
After he could not reach Staunton.
he began selling newspapers to the
Confederate Army. After the evacua-
ton OF Richmond, he sold papers 70 the
Federal Army making as high as $50
and $50 per day in greenbacks.
lie went into the business OF buying
tobacco on which there were no stamps.
lie began speculating, never working
day FOR any man in his life He con-
tinued in the huckstering business buy
ing by the wholesale and selling either
by the wholesale or retail up to the
present time.
Mr.. Page has been unusually sue
cessful, and does large business fire.
quently disposing of carloads OF pro-
duce at time.
He is quiet, unassuming. cool under
all circumstances and above all a de-
voted friend
He is kind-hearted to fault, and en-
joys the esteem and respect of those
who know him. He is a reliable busi-
ness man, his credit being gilt-edged
His business associations are very
pleasant, and he enjoys the confidence
OF the business fraternity of Richmond
n lie has been in the Common Council
FOR about four and half years. Thi,
is now his third term.
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16

Councilman MORTON DEANE, the son
of Gabriel and Rachel, was born in
Buckingham Co., Va, in 1852. He
came to Richmond III 1867, and attend
ed the Public Schools of this city, in
which he obtained a business educa-
ton. For many years he has been
with the well-known Tredegar Co., who
places great value upon his services.
In February 1884, he was elected
clerk of the Second Baptist Church and
in May 49, be was elected a deacon.
He is a trustee of said church He has
frequently ofticiated in eccIesiastical
councils, earnestly defending his
church.
On December 13, 1877, he welded
Miss Mamie NJ. jackson, daughter of
Mr. Andrew NJ. Jackson, and sister of
our well-knOwn Mr. Baxter +. Jackson.
Nine children, Give boys and four
girls have blessed the union. Seven
of them are living.
He has attended the B. NJ. G. of Odd
Fellows in Little Rock, Ark, in 1879,
Richmond in 1880, CINCINNATI, Ohio in
1884, Boston, Mass, in 1894, and has
made his mark with the noted dele
gates in these August gatherings. A
bright future lies before him.
Quiet, unaSsuming, square in all of
dealings, he has made many warm
friends and wields great influence
among the members of the several or
ganizations with which he has connect
ed himself. He is a man positive in
his manner and judicial Iin his bearing.
Having once formed an opinion accord
ing to what he believes to be right, he
holds to it against ali cOmers.
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16

He was judge of election of the 4th
Precinct, jackson Ward in 1884 in the
Blaine and Cleveland campaign when
more than 800 suffragans cast their
ballots for their choice.
In 1886 ne was elected to the City
Council when the reform movement
swept the city. He was true to the
nominees of the caucus, through all
the exciting scenes.
In 1892, he was reelected and served
faithfully He was again elected IN
1894, which term he is now serving.
His motto is Find the right, and
stick to it."
He is a member Of Friendship Lodge,
No 10, A. f. M. He is secretary and
has served six years. Has served as
W. Master for five years.
He is Royal Arch Mason and is now
holding the position of High Priest of
Mt. Olivet COmmandery, Knights Tenn
plars. He is now serving a third term
as Eminent Commander, being elected
consecutively. He served as District
Deputy Grand Master three ccnsecu-
i've terms, and as Senior Grand War
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16

BENJAMIN JACKSON was born in Ches-
teriield Co, in IS41 and came TO Rich
mond, when he was about five years of
age and as soon as he was old enough
served an apprenticeship atthe Coopers
trade. lie worked as journeyman un-
ssl sl, rs sl,ss &c tl Went
taurant on 5th Street between Broad
and Marshall
lie next went to the Westmoreland
Club, running restaurant there. He
remained their six years He gave a
banquet while there and fed 600 per-
sons, and it was conceded to be one OF
the finest ever gotten up here.
4. About y years ago he built his pres
ent handsome brick residence and
opened grocery business, which he is
now conducting. He married Miss
Maria b. Storrs, the attractive daugh-
ter of Rev. Claiborne Storrs. He has
been member of the First Baptist
Church for 40 years and is now deacon.
lie is a great Sunday-SchoOl worker,
now being superintendent OF the Sun
day school Mission.
Z In 1890 he was nominated on the. Re-
publican. ticket and elected TO the
Common Council. In 1892 he was re-
elected and again in 1894. Mr.. Jack
son has made an excellent official.
Quiet, unobstrusive, gentlemanly, he
has made himself a conspicuous figure
60 the extent that he is universally es-
teemed and respected by those who
know him.
His record in the council has been
such as TO win compliments even from
his political antagonists. Positive
faithful and a staunch Republican he
is happy in meriting the encomiums
of those who know him.
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16

JAMES BAHEN was born in Ireland in
the County Clare and came to this
country at an early age, his parents To-
eating at Waynesboro, Va. In the fall
of 1861, he came to Richmond and has
been here ever since. He located IN
Jackson Ward and has been resident
there for about Is years. He has been
a Republican all of his life.
During the war he was teamster
for the United States Government, and
followed that calling in this city, after
the war was over, driving dray and be-
ingsa porter for John N Van Lew. He
worked in Taylor 4 Sons grocery store.
He drove an ice-wagon for Mrs. Jane
King five years and was porter for
Slater, Meyer & Co. He finally went
in business for himself.
He has built up a most thriving busi-
ness on First and Charity Sts. He has
been the leader of ward politics for
several years and induced John Mitch
ell, Jr., to offer himself as a candidate
for the council. For fifteen years, he
has been in the City Council and is now
in the Board of Aldermen. He is an
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16

J.R GRIFFIN was born in Henrico
County, October 8, 1853.
He sold daily papers during the war
Later he attended night school and
also the public schools for several ses-
siOns after they were established.
On account of Strengthened circum-
stances, he went to work in tobacco
factory. He conceived the idea that
he could learn a trade Of some kind
during his leisure moments, and ac-
.cordingly served an apprenticeship un-
der Mr.. Smith, a shoemaker who did
business on 25th street, and Mr. Pat
ter on [now deceased who lived also
- Alhurch Hill.
1880, he went in business for him.
He has done business kwithin
Z blocks of the present location
May, '81.
served on the Republican City
raj Committee one term,
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16

den OF the Grand Lodge Of the State Of
Virginia. He has been superinten-
dent OF the Fifth Street Bapt. Church
Sunday School since its organization
Although last summer he rendered bis
resignation it was not received.
lie IS a man Of independent action,
carefully weighing facts as presented
TO him and fearlessly acting in ac,or-
dance with his convictions. Rarely
losing his temper in a controversy. H.
is influential with those with whom he
comes in contact. He is & pleasinO
speaker and possesses oratoricaf powers
OF which he may well be proud.
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16

WM. B. SMITH was born March II, 1S4s
III Richmond, Va. He never attended
scnOUi. He worked as an apprentice
under Mr.. Warner, a German before the
war. Afterwards he worked in the to-
bacco factory Of Mr.. Archer Thomas,
being hired out for 500. per year He
opened colored barber-shop on Baker
st. about IL years ago and has conduc-
ted one ever since. his present place of
business being at SOL Brook Ave.
a.He was elected to the City Council
on the Mitchell-Bahen Republican
ticket in May, 1892, and was reelected
in 1894.
Mr.. Smith is unpretentious in his
manner, He, like his colleagues. is an
uncompromising Republican.
he is true friend, and when he pied
ges his word is sure to carry out the
promise. He is one of the. most relia-
ble members of the delegation
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16

HIN MITCHELL, JR-, was born IN
rico County, Va, July IL, 1853. He
hded the public schools of this city
in 1881 graduated from the Rich
Normal and High School with
honOrs.
displayed an aptitude for drawing
was voted gold medal for a map
irginia which he had drawn. He
ht during the fall of 81 and '82 at
ericksburg, Va, was elected teach
n the public schools of Richmond,
taught one session.
took the editorial charge of the
lmond, Va, PLANET, Dec. 1884 al
Oh he had been working on it pre-
Is to that time. He was forward in
gnouncing outrages upon cOlored peO-
pie and made a speciality of condemn
ing lynch law.
He was nominated on the Republi-
can ticket and elected to the Common
Council from Jackson Ward in May
1888. In May, 1890, he was elected to
the Board of Aldermen to fill the unex-
pired term of the late lamented Josiah
Crump. In 1892 he became so disgust
ed with the politics of the ward, that
he withdrew his name from the con-
ventiOn.
The ticket made was so utterly dis
tasteful to the voters of the ward that
they declared that they would not sup
port it, and he was urged to run upon
another Republican ticket. A coDven-
! tion was called and he was nominated
by acclamation, with seven others
For the first time in the history of the
Waru, both the Democratic and Repul
2ican ticket were defeated and the one
4 known as the Mitchell Republican tick
ket overwhelmingly elected, the Oppo
sition polling only Ill votes.
Mr. Mitchell is president of the Jack
son Ward Republican Organization
He does not believe in bossism, but i
in favor of ascertaining the wishes o
the citizens and abiding by their decis
ions. His career in the City Counci
/ has been a successful one. He enjoy
4 the absolute confidence of his col
leagues and is on the most intimat
terms with all of them.
Under his leadership the delegatio
has become power in Councilman
circles and wields a widespread inflC
ence even among their political antal
pnists.
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16

enthusiastic admirer of Editor Mitchell.
and the two are closest political
friends. 1t was the Mitchell-Bahen
combination that broke down all oppo-
sition and swept the ward.
Mr. Bahen is indefatigable worker
and devoted to politics. While not
educated, he possesses a natural
shrewdness that is remarkable. He
moves by impulses and is quick to take
advantange Of his opponents Despite
his Republicanism he welded great in
fiuence in the Council when ne places
the interest of his constituents above
all else.
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16
ASevere Winter.

The winter has been unusually severe
and the suffering among the poor peo-
pie intense. A heavy snow fell last
week and the coldness of the weather
added greatly to the misery of those
who were not in any manner prepared
for it, The jingling of the sleigh-belis
gave it a truly wintry appearance.
James River is frozen forty Dailes and
navigation has been impossible
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16
Coal for the Poor.

The Board of Aldermen has con-
Cured in the resolution of the Com
mon Council apprOpriating $1,000 for
the purchase Of coal for the white poor
and $500 for the cOlOred poor of the
city. Mayor Taylor will approve the
measures. The coal is now available.
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16

H. J. MOORE was born in Greenville
Co., Va. November, 1856. In 1870 in
company with his friend Mr. Knox, he
came to Richmond meeting Mr.. Lomax
Smith and Mr.. VIM. NJ. T. Forester
upon his arrival here. Upon the ad-
vice OF, the former, he proceeded to learn
a trade, and ne is even now thankful
for his timely suggestion.
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16
THE SCENE N WASHINGTON.

The scene is laid in hotel at Wash
ington in 1880. Hugh Ransone a
northerner is desperately IN love with
Miss Constance Burwell as is also Har-
old King. Miss Burwell loves the
northerner. The rivals meet and there
is trouble King is a noted duelist,-
dead shot. News of the love of Miss
Lula Osborne for Hugh Ransome is
borne to Miss Burwel's ears and she
becomes insanely jealous.
1t Is told her that he is engaged to
her rival and although wrung with an
guish, she dismisses him when he un-
expectedly calls to see her. He denies
that he loves Lula Osborne.
Scene II is at the same place. Mrs.
Adel Barbour, a spry widow has a
charming daughter, Miss Kate Bar
bour. She is loved by Austin Brooks.
She insists upon flirting with another
fellow much to her lovers discomfort,
who vows vengeance. but cannot stay
away from her,
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16

esteem Of all who know him. He re-
sides in his own cosy residence at 312
w. Leigh Street, where he and his
faithful wife are happy.
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16
DRAMA, "WON BACK. "
A SUCCESSFUL PRESENTATION.
Splendid Success Ofthe CIcerOnian Lit.
.Serary and Musical CTrcIe-Ben-
- - eft OF Old Folks Home.

The great emotional drama ssVvon
Back" was presented by local amateur
talent at True Reformers' Hall. Mon
day night, 1lth inst. to a large audience.
practical demonstration was made of
theablhty OF our people, and the retey
,,rSn3less OF their memories wa~ S'-"piy
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16
THE. CHALLENGE.

Harold King challenged Hugh Ran
some but Mrs. Barbour meets the mes
senger, Homer Cooke, engages him in
conversation and surreptitiouslv alb
stracts the challenge from his bosom
he searches in vain for it. Hugh Ran
some accepts a verbal challenge and
Constance Burwell is almost wild with
fear. She uses her influence on Har-
Old King, who agrees to withdraw the
challenge and refuse to fight only on
one condition,-that Constance Bur
well promise to become his wife. She
loves Hugh Ransome, and knowing
that for him to meet Harold King Is
sure death, consents in order to save
his life.
Ransome learns of the agreement
and spurns the terms offered. He in
sists upon fighting the duel. She re-
fuses TO break her promise and in a
moment Of desperation Ransome en-
cages himself TO Lula Osborne and in
PRODUCES her to Constance Burwell as
his betrothed. She becomes deeply
agitated.
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16
THE WAR AND THE RIVALS.

Scene III is in a drawing room in a
New York hotel, 1851. The war breaks
out. Hugh Ransome enIists in the
Federal regiment and Harold King
casts his fortunes with the Confeder-
ates- Mrs. Barbour and her daughter
and Constance Burwell return to Vir-
ginia.
Scene IN is the confederate camp zf
Winchester in 1864. Here two old
NOR in the play meet. They are Alb
ner Decker and Homer Cook.
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16
rm oHARAcrERs IN TIE PA,

Mr.. w. B. Christian as Hugh
some was a grand success. III
peculiarly suited for the charactt
played. His self-possession, disp
affection, graceful manner, showed
TO be possessed of rare powers.
was particularly fine looking in the N
form as a soldier.
Mr.. John s. Harris as . Harold KIND -
was fine. Few believed that he possess-
ed the qualities which he displaved
His manifestation Of passion and tragic
manner was in keeping with thsaunaiazsv
and his voice could be heaz
parts of the spacious hall.
Mr.. 7. f. johnson, IS Aush
was success. His eghihik
Ousy w --'0g ".
shove
pert an
description OF the Daotlo
Mr.. X. II. Roper as AbnsfN
was very good. His utter carel leSt3s .
and fOrgetfulness of the audience de-
monstrated that he entered THOROUGH
ly into the affair. His rendition in the
parlOr and maneouvres as a soldier Gre
ated much amusement.
What shall we say of Mr.. w. w. Wal
lace as Homer Cook" 1t was a han
Ply thought that assigned him to this
! character IN the play. He was very
fine. His antics, from the sedate and
pedantic role of a second bearing a
challenge to the ludicrous and side
/ splitting movements as coward in A
barrel were worthy of the highest
praise and enthusiastic CONNIE
/ tion.
Mr.. George w. Taylor ST
| by the way IN which he &C part
as Frank Powers" IS 5itiOn of
the character was H. realistic
| and his uncOncr for Kate
Barbour map;'
Miss HI i. Wallace as "Con-
! stance Bu was superb. Her
change fror grief tO3 laughter, while
almost eslatural was yet real. Her
voice as clear, emotional original.
and manifestation of love, grand. She
possesses rare powers and gave practi,.
cal evidence of her ability along this
lines
Miss Madeline White, as Lulu Os-
borne" was unpretentious, and nm
affected She displayed the Qualities
of the girl who had rot been schooled
in the wiles of the flirt. She believed
| implicitly what,Was told her by those
in whom she had learned to trust. She
| was a success.
Miss Mary w. Roper was magnificent
in her character of Mrs. Adel Bar-
bOur~@ and showed a knowledge of bu-
nnan nature that was at times astonisb-
4 ing. She was natural throughout and
in her display of the graces Of society
CONTINUED on FOURTH PAGE.
Richmond planet., 1895-02-16
rnE MAN IN rnE RARREI..

Both are surprised to meet each 9th
er. Cook has been stripped of his uni
form on account of cowardice. and
made to wear barrel on which the
word, coward" has been appropriately
inscribed.
Decker declares that he will never
desert the Confederate service. but
will endeavor to be taken prisoner of
war. Hugh Ransome is captured by
the forces of Harold King and is bv
him ordered to be shot
Constance Burwell who is a nurse for
the wounded hears of it by a farewell
letter sent her by Hugh Ransome and
hastens to the scene. She seeks Har-
old King. He refuses to save Ransome
but finally agrees to parole him if Con-
stance Burwen will marry him. She
again agrees. Col. Ransome insists
upon being shot and brands Gen. King
as william and coward. He orders
the death of his rival, but an attack is
made on his camp by the Federals.
King is fatally wounded. He gives ta
/ Constance Burwen, Colonel RanarvsaI
| parole before he dies and~
There is reconciliation and
falls.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-07

c. U. Harrison, the Main street druggist, has in his employ regis tered pharmacist who is prepared to compound prescriptions at all hours of the night 1d1m
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-07

Mrs. Rogers, the wife of Deputy Internal Revenue Collector ]. T. Rogers, left for points in Texas where she will visit freinds forseveral weeks.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-07

Confidence rules the business world We are proud of our customers and we are not afraid to credit them. They pay promptly If you have the cash, bring it; if not, and you are worthy of credit, you can buy at .ash prices. Baits Don't go.
 3Itf l.. l.. GOLDSMITH & Co.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-07

Cantrell Springs water will be de- livered on ana after the 18th of April fresh from the springs every morning. Parties wanting it will please leave their orders at the GRAPHIC office.
 4 dtf ARCH NIyES.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-07

I will open my class in Violin, Man dolin, Guitar and Harmony Mon- day, April $. Music rooms, 215 Sec ond avenue, over Red Store. Office hours, a. m. to 5 D. m.
 J. A. REYNOLDS.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-07

Mir. Will Hall, of Little Rock, was in the city greeting his Pine Bluff friends Saturday night. There is an especial attraction here that brought him down.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-07

Some means should be adopted which would put d stop to thieves stealing flowers and plants from Bellwood Cemetery. This wanda lism is carried on to such an extent that it is almost useless to put out rare plants on the burial lots of our dead.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-07

Ask your neighbors what they think of Brandon's Cough Drops They will tell you of it's remarkable cures. It is only 9 cents a bottle and one bottle will convince you oi its merit. Prepared by Mann-Tank. ersley Drug Company. 2Sdtf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-07

You cannot afford to buy q type writer until you have given the Brooks the careful examination it merits. 3d6t
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-07

Messrs. G. N. Hart and Fred Fox returned last evening from Little Rock where they attended the Y. NJ. C. A. State Convention.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-07

Mir. John R. Wherry, of Little Rock, was last week, granted a patent on device for preventing prisoners from escaping.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-07

Dr. A. C. Jordan, who has been taking postgraduate course in the leading hospitals and medical col leges of New York City for the past two months, has returned home.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-07

IF YOU are weak and worn out ,or have that tired feeling, Hoods Sar- saparilla is just the medicine to re- store your strength and give you a good appetite. Hoods makes pure blood.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-07

The Brooks superior in every respect to all other ma- chimes" See it and be convinced.
 o1lPk
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-07

have time for few more pupils. Call at office, 215 Second avenue, over Red Store, from a. m. to 5 D. n.
 J. A. REYNOLDS.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-07

The price of seats for ''As You Like 1t" is the same as usual for amateur productions; 30 cents for reserved seats.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-07

Have you seen it? It is in sight all the time. What? The writing, when you are using the Brooks type writer.