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Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09
A GRAND MEETING.
FX.GRAND MASTER W.. MT FOR.
RESTER ANDTHE ODD FELLOWS
BEAUTIFUL tESTIMONAAL.
Speeches or Chairman s y Richard
son, n. V p. aud p. n F. John
Bake Omitted.

At the large gathering Of Odd Eel
lows Of Richmond and Manchester,
Jan 30th at the Ebenezer Baptist
Church, the Introductory speech of
Chairman S. s. Richardson, NJ Y. P
was unfortunately omitted. He said it
gave him pleasure to honor a man, gen.
tleman and a brother who for IA years
had led this organization to success.
He was worthy of all the honor we
could give him. He was no stranger,
no tramp but christian gentleman
In 1880 we found a boy named Willie.
like Pharoah's daughter found a boy.
And as Moses had led the children Of
Israel so had Forester led this order
to its prosperous condition. The re-
marks Of the chairman reflected much
credit to the Ex-Grand Master.
2. n. f. John Baker OF Manchester
discussed the Influence of the House.
hold of Ruth upon the order" He
said that as soon as Peter Ogden had
started the order Of Odd Fellows he
found that the hand of woman must
take part for success, and the branch of
the Household of Ruth was instituted.
He said, "God bless the women.
wherever they are placed to work. sue
cess comes" He graphically spoke of
Queen Esther petitioning in behalf of
her pvVpie. He said when she attired
herself in ali her finery and looking so
charming came before the King.
why" said he, "any man would have
held out the scepter." Then he said
he would give her half of his kingdom.
What blessing she was to her people.
He kept the audience in a roar of
laughter and was loudly applauded.
bis remarks were much appreciated by
all present.
The handsome floral design was pre-
sented by the ladies' auxiliary of Hen
rico Lodge and not the Household of
Ruth. The following ladies are officers
of the Ladies Auxiliary of Henrico
Lodge: Mrs. VIM. Wilson, President :
Mrs. w. j. Johnson, Nice-president :
Mrs. W. II. Tyler, Secretary and Mrs.
Junius Smith, Treasurer.
The Grand Master thanked the ladies
and said he would always be or their
side, and wished them much success.
The Ladies Auxiliary is noted for their
hospitality and on several occasions
have entertained the Odd Fellows by
whom they are held in high esteem.
The beautiful Silver Service Set pre-
sented to Ex-Grand Master w NJ T.
Forester was given by the following
lodges of Richmond and Manchester
Lone Star Lodge, No. 1910, Commit
tee, 5. S. Richardson, NJ. V. p: John
w. Robinson, NJ. V. p; Robert Smith,
=. n. +.
Ebenezer Lodge, No. 1882: Commit
tee, Thos. p. Matthews, NJ. V. P; ; VIM.
Darlington, p. N. F.; VIM. Winston.
Fidelity Lodge, No. 1879; Capt. w. II.
Bannister, p. n. f. w. M. Furguson,
P. n. F.; @. Ross, p. n. f.
James Needham Lodge, No. 1868
Richard Carter, p. n. F.; Kills vii
liams, NJ. V. p.
American Lodge. No. 1889; 7. H.
Cooper, +. n. f.; J. Z. Templeman, P.
n. F. Granville Marks, p G. Nj.
Invincible Lodge, No. 2874; @. Brad
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09

Information is wanted concerning
the following parties Charles Harris,
the son OF Charles Harris. Sr., and
Louisa Harris. One of the daughters
attended the Hampton n. & A. Insti-
Cute; She married a man named Budd
and located in the West. Charles Har-
ris, Sr. died and his widow married a
man named Samuel Brown, probably
about ten or twelve years ago, and re-
moved to California. Charles Harris.
Jr. went TO New York married and was
blessed with two children. He mis-
placed the letter which he received
from them out West. On October lIth.
1898 he died and has widow is desirous
OF hnding his relatives Co inform them
OF the fact. The deceased had an un-
Gle in Washington named Thomas
Harris. Any information concerning
the above named viii be thankfully
received. Address
EDWARD u. A. Brooks,
In care of PLANET,
Richmond, Va.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09
CHURCH HILL NOTES

Mr. Henry Peterson departed this
life, Tuesday evening last after quite a
protracted illness at his residence. 725
North 3Oth Street A few days before
his death he sent for Rev. Evans
Payne, and subsequently made a pro-
fession OF religion. The funeral took
place from the Fourth Baptist Church
on Thursday evening, the pastor Offici-
ating.
Rev. Sutton Griggs, B. D.; preached
an able sermon at the Fourth Baptist
Church on Sunday night last, from
Matt. 1879. His subject which was
The Uncertainty of the Multitude -
elected much attention, and was verv
applicable TO the context, which he
selected from Matt. q :2I-22
A company of young men have de-
clded to give grand entertainment at
the 4th Baptist Church on the Third
Monday night in the next month. II
will consist of ''Pole Plating" etc.
under the auspices of Valkyria club of
which Miss Rosa B. Jackson is presi-
dent: Ida V. Jackson, Secretary. The
admission will be only sc.
Mr.. Percy Wallace, a young aspirant
of 4th Baptist Church will preach his
ruary 3rd
Brother Percy J. Wallace. a Young
aspirant, of Fourth Baptist Church,
preached his trial sermon on last Sun
day night to a large congregation.
His discourse, the subject of which was
The Life Of Christ" was listened to
with most engaging attention, was a
noble effort.
Fourth Baptist Church had the ''Roll
Call' of its members on last Sunday
morning and afternoon, which will be
repeated on the third Sunday.
MIR. Washington Boiling of N. 33rd
street, IS a happy father over the ar
rlval OF little Washington Boiling, on
1uesoay evening last February 9th.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09
THE OSSIFIED MAN.
PUZZLES SCIENCE.
Nothing Like Him Ever Seen In tn s
Section Before.

The word ossify means the changing
of soft animal substance into bone.
When We refer to an Ossified man we
mean one who has become practically
changed into bone
Such is the condition of l. n. MoN-
ROE the portrait of whom we present
TO our readers this week He cannot
move joint in his body. He cannot
feed himself, or bend a finger. From
the crown of his head to the end of his
toes he is rigid. He has to lay in one
position all the time.
A doctor at Gordonsville thought he
could bend one of his fingers. He sue
ceeded, but when it was examined, it
was found that he had broken il just
as would h. ye been a pipe-stem. The
skin is drawn over the bones.
Mr.. Monroe eats heartily, is cheerful,
runs himself so TO speak, employs a
!. man to carry him about, his valet, he
Asententiously said and declared himself
e happy, both spiritually, mentally
I'D physically. He lays in one posi-
rtion all the time, is pleasing talker,
quick witted and yet he could not take
a 5 cent piece in his fingers if his life
depended upon it.
He cannot get mouthful OF food
unless some one gives it 10 him and If
laid on the floor he cannot move three
inches unless some one comes to his
assistance He is an admirable speak
er and can deliver a fluent lecture
He declares that he has neither an
ache nor a pain. His toes project as
seen in the picture and they cannot be
moved a half inch without breaking
them.
He Is remarkable being. But we
reproduce his own statemement:
was born at Manassas, Prince Will
liam County, Va, January 29th, 1S47.
In 1855, at the age of eight years I
was taken with a pain in the second
joint of the left limb, (I was in perfect
form up to that time.) In 1857, at the
age of ten years, ] was taken with it in
the limb and in '62, at the age of 10,
was taken in the right hand followed
in '67 at the age of 20, by the same
kind OF pain in my neck, and then had
TO remain in bed, where have remain
ed ever since, without sitting or turn
ing. have not fed myself during that
time. ! have relatives.
am AZ years of age, and my weight
Is only 67 pounds, my length is ~
inches. / suffered extreme pain for 10
years, / have lain in bed p years and
have been without pain for "a years.
Mr. Monroels a member of Bethlehem
Bapt Church of this State and was bap-
-tised by Rev. Joseph L. Purington,
assisted by Rev. Charles w. Mason.
He is now in Manchester, Va. and is
supporting himself by exhibiting him
self to the public. Everyone should
see this wonderful man.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09
BALHAM. " Feh- 6th 1sa5

--S-A4lhA-A1ag A., E6U. Obn, 1870.
SHARP-Died in Goochland Conntv
Va, January 20, 1895 Mrs. Venos Sharp
the wife Of the late BurreH Sharp.
age 90 years. She was the mother of
nine children and was the nurse of
Rev. P. +. Williams. She was a good
wlie, kind mother and charitable
neigbor and faithful member of cor
ner Stone Baptist Church. She leaves
three daughters, three sons and many
friends TO mourn their loss. She died
IN ful assurance of that blessed immor-
tahty that awaits the people of God.
Her funeral was preached at her home
Jan. 18th by Elder P. E. Williams, as
sisted by Elder T. P. Harris. Text.-
1t shall be well with the righteous.
Mother, though from yonder sky.
Cometh neither voice nor cry,
Yet we know for thee to-day,
Every pain hath passed away.
HER Children.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09
Mr.. wOOdwArd's Reception.

Messrs. Joseph James and Ed. How
ard assisted by Misses Mary d. Cousins
and Florence Fights entertained Mr.
Sydney Woodward, the Primo Tenor of
Boston on Tuesday evening, Jan. 10Th
1895. Among those present were Miss
es 5. Alice Kemp, Fannie Robinson.
Katie Robinson, Julia Braxton, Alice
Adams, Antoinette Turner, Olivia Oil
yer, Octavia Patterson, Lena Isham.
Mrs. DR.. Ferguson, Mrs. A. d. Price
Mr.. and Mrs. d. w. Davis, DR.. and
Mrs. S. II. Dismond, Misses Hattie
Wallace, Mary Roper, Emma Evans
Prof. and Mrs J. +. Jones, Misses
Laura and Nellie Forester.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09
Compare Them.

The case of Richard Brown (colored)
charged with threatening Charles II.
Page (white) calls to mind the case of
ID. p. Eanes, (white) charged with
shooting John Davis (colored). Brown
was convicted and his punishment as
certained at FIVE years in the peniten-
tiary This was set aside and he was
sentenced to one year in Jail. Eanes
was fined $500 Brown did not strike
Page. Eanes shot Davis. Both cases
were tried in the same court. Com
ment is unnecessary for the conclu-
sions to be drawn are self-evident.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09

The Richmond Ideal Quintette Club.
will give their Second Entertainment
at the Ebenezer Baptist Church. Mon
day Eve, Feb. 18th for the benefit of
the Ebenezer improvement Club. /. of
said church. Mr.. Jordan Lynch, treble
Mr.. Camillus Drake, tenor; Mr.. Thos.
Brightwel, tenor; Mr.. Edward l..
Nalker, baritone and musical director
Mr.. j. Phillip oolfolk, basso.
Committees Messrs. Simms. Sam'l s.
Baker and Thos. II. Trent.
NINE. +. p. WALKER, Pianist.
Mr.. THOs. TRENT. Manager.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09
nE REAps rHE rLANEr.

No" replied the Governor, L have
not had time 10 read the PLANET vet.
1t is over at the house.
1t comes every Friday night. / read
it every week. 1 read what you say
about me, too" He looked over at the
editor with smile of amusement upon
his countenance and continued We'll.
am getting used TO such things, very
much like the ducks back" The dele
CATION laughed and after shaking
hands with Virginia's distinguished
executive all left much pleased with
the treatment accorded at his hands.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09
WHITE MANS COURAGE.
tie Saves the Lives Of Two COlored
Men.

Jesse MOsley, the mail carrier and
two section hands started across the
James River at Manteo, Va. The wa
ter was strong and the boat was driven
against the ferry rope which extended
across the river
1t pulled Jesse Mosley out and he
was drowned. The two section hand:
in the boat were helplessly washed
down the river.
Striking a tree the boat was can
sized. The two men climbed I'D the
tree, but could not get to the shore a.
the water was high. The ferryman
who had been there for 16 years. wa.
afraid to go out to them.
The local freight came by and Brake
man ]. II. Bugg, white, seeing theil
predlcament went ten miles above the
point to Wingini and got a boat. He
left the train and went down the rivel
to Manteo. 1t was dark when he 90
there, but he went up after them anC
brought them to the shore. One of ths
men was frozen nearly to death wher
rescued.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09
Ar rHE aovERNoRs orrIcr

Soon the tall, imposing form of the
Governor of Virginia was seen and he
cordially greeted all present. After
the introduction OF the ministers and
doctors, he invited them into his
private office.
Their mission was made known, and
the petition presented. He read il care
fully and after making enquiries said
that he would give it his attention.
Editor Mitchell after complimenting
him upon the pardon of Mamie Woods
called his attention to the letter of
Mr.. Lewis ii. Blair in the PLANET.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09
TO THE GOVERNOR.
AN APPEAL MADE IN REHALF OF
RECHARD BROWN.
Commemorative Attorney Smiths
Optni0n-Judge Witt Absent
Race Leaders Cooperate

Saturday, 2nd inst, a party Of gentle
men consisting of Rev Jas. II. Holmes,
Rev. Evans Payne, Rev. Archer Fergu-
son, Rev. Daniel James, Rev. w. f.
Graham, DIR. II. T.. Jones, DR.. S. H. Dis
mond and John Mitchell, Jr. met at
the PLANET Office, Sl4 Z. Broad st. The
snow was falling and it was indeed a
wintry day, although the gentlemen re-
ierred TO had come through it all in
answer to call for the purpose of Wis
iting Gov. Charles T. O'Ferrall and
petitioning for the pardon of Richard
Brown, the colored man sentenced to
one year in Jail for demanding and OBJ
tanning from Charles II. Page his own
(Brown's) money.
THE coArMoNwEALTH's ATTORNEY.
The party proceeded to the new City
Hall, where Mr. H NJ. Smith, the COM
monwealth's attorney was found. Edi-
tor Mitchell stated the mission after
introducing the gentlemen. Mr.. Smith
said that he thought Brown had gotten
off light. He should have been sent to
the penitentiary. He had gone into
court and acquiesced in setting aside
the verdict of five years in the peniten-
tiary because the law under which he
was convicted specified rs the lowest
l
years. He found also by a reference to
Bishop on criminal law that to demand
under threat money due was not rob-
berry. He had asked that he be con-
victed of assault and battery and il
was done. He did not see how he, as
commonwealth attorney could sign
for his pardon.
ON CONDITION, he WOULD SIGN.
However, if Mr.. Charles II. Page
would sign for the pardon of Brown, he
would do so. He thought that if Mr.
Sam Page could be interested in the case
he could get his brother TO sign the petit
ton. He regarded the case as a very
| aggravating one and Brown should be
punished.
Editor Mitchell called his attention
to the facts in the case, and insisted
that in demanding his own money un-
lawfully withheld, he had done only
what any other man would have done
He declared that the people on the out.
side could not understand the miscar-
riages of justice in some cases and the
severity of punishment in some others
! He referred to the case of ID. p. Eanes
the white man who shot John Davis
and was only fined $500
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09
New Invention.

Rev. J. B. Randolph, inventor of
Trenton, n. j., is in the city and has
an invention of a furnace which can be
utilized for cooking purposes. The
waste hot air can be made to do service
in the two rooms above. The patent
has been allowed by the patent office
and is said to be worth $4,000.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09
Do VOu Know Themi

/ desire to know the whereabouts of
Robert b. Fields, son Of w. r. Fields.
Of Savannah, Ga. He left home in
November, 1893. Any information con-
cerning his whereabouts will be thank
fully received by
W. r. FIELDS,
III Nichol St. Savannah, Ga.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09

The 20th Street Baptist Church will
have Installation Services on the third
sunday, when the three newly elected
deacons will be installed. The public
are invited. Service begins at p. m.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09
Call for a Business BeesIng

There will be a meeting at the Fish
erman's Temple, Monday, February
llth, at S p. m. for the purpose Of
forming '---ancb Of CsAaroastse Bui1d-
ing, Saving and Loan Association OF
Washington, ID. c., Col S. NJ. Armsey
General Agent.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09
PAID HIS WAY OUT.

"Wel,' replied Mr. Smith, "he paid
all of the expenses in the case, even to
the doctors bill and if witnesses come
into court and testify in a manner to
ensure such decisions / cannot help
that" ''Was not that compOunding q
felony2" was the query of the editor.
NO" responded the commonwealth 8
attorney. "Then," responded the edi-
tor, ''it is a practical case of the use of
money securing a lessening of the pun
ishment, the poor have to suffer. "
Mr.. Smith nodded in the affirmative.
He referred to the Rabineau case
and declared that he would ever be-
lieve that the accused Intentionally
shot Frayser.
"Ah, Wr. Smith," responded the edi-
tor, this is the logical result of which
have so often prOphesied. The end is
not yet. You cannot acquit white men
for numbering colOred men without Ill
timately acquitting white meI for
numbering white men. 1t is in the ju-
ry system"
Mr.. Smith declared that some cf the
best white men in the city were on the
jury that convicted Brown, and there
was a cOlored man on it.
oOLoRED MEN AND JUR1Es.
Yes, remarked the editor Laughing
/ ", "and what kind of colOred men
you put on it?'' WELL" replied I
commonwealth attorney smiling,
cannot put preachers and editors
the jury They are exempt" Il nd
been on the jury here, responded
editor. This ended the conversati
and Editor Mitchell and the ministet
after thanking Commonwealth S AttS
ney Smith for agreeing to sign the d
titiOn at all, the party finding JudF
Witt absent repaired to the Governor
Office.
They were courteously received h
Private Secretary Chesterman, who \
the way is a general favorite. He ia
yited all to take seats, stating that til
, Governor would be over from the Ed
ecutivo Mansion in little while.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09
Not Built for the Innocent.

The attempt the officers tia
Monday January h Thec
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1895-02-09
Peach Bud Club.

There viii be a grand entertainment
at Hayes Hall, III N. 2nd St., given bv
the famous Peach Bud Club, Thursday
Night, Feb. 18th. Good music will be
on hand. The members of the club
promises to make it pleasant for all.
Admission, 15c. I; Lady and Gent. 25c
The public is respectfully invited to at
tend this entertainment. Good order
viii be enforced.
G. M. JOSEs, Pres.
JNo. SAILOR, Secretary
GEo. WAsHTNGToN, Manager.
All stock holders and section owna
of Sycamore Cemetary viii please n
port within the next thirty DAYS to the
Secretary of the company for registra-
ton, at the same time presenting deeds
for sections owned.
BY order of Board Of Managers.
X. q. RICHARDSON, Sec'y,
la264t. 2l7 w. Baker st.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-03-16
MURDERED UT lInLL>NS.
Homesteader and Ills Wife Eru;aIIy Hutch
 cred In Thclr Homo.

HOmesteader and Ills V 'I;r i;ru;aIly Butch-
 cred In Thcir Home.
 CARLTON, Minn., March l6.-An awful tragedy occurred at McGregor, about 30 miles west of here A family by the namc of Jeanette, consisting of father mother End four children, the oldest l2 years and cabin and kept small store.
 Two Italians who were clearing up a homestead near by had trouble with Jean ette over some sawlogS, which hsultcd in a quarrel. The Italians-Nick and Angelo Cristello, brothCrs-rUturned to renew tho quarrel with Jeanette with winchester rifles and shotgunS Nick Cristcllo shot Jeanette with tho shotgun tearing a gap ing wound in his side, and Angelo shot Mrs. Jeanette with tho winchester, blow ing the top of hor head of. Both were killed instantly.
 The children werc in bed at the time Tho murdcrcrs escaped to the woods Tho cabin presented n sickcning sight, blood and brains being spattcred all over the walls and floor. Tho children were shiv- ertng with terror.
 The murderers came to McGrcgor and said they were going to Aitkin to givo themselves up. but tho local officers held them until tho arrival of tho sheriff, who at once took them to Aitkin to the county jnil. The Jeanettes were 0 much respected family in the neighborhood. and intense excitement prevails. The principal reason for the murderers return was that they were afraid of being lynched by the woods men in camp around tho sceno of tho murder
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-03-16
A Spring Goun.

A popular design for a useful spring gown is full plain skirt, the bodice end ing at tho waist, with a slight point in front. It has deep roll collar cut in one with O wide open revers, both braided all round. A collar band and slight vest fill the vacuum to the throat The sleeves are full from elbow to shoulder and tight from elbow to wrist This can be made in a variety of materials Comparatively inexpensive arc camel hair cloths or plain shades of drab, brown, dark violet, dark green, dark blue and dark claret suiting in a mixture of gray and brown tones. woven to resemble basket work, and the tweeds of a similar character. Slightly dearer are the finer plain cloths, the covert coating costumes, a material now to be had in many shades, butcher blue being most fashionable, coarse wove diagonal serge and varieties of tweeds Fashion seems to take the direction of bold weav- ing with cheeks of the indistinct order, and some honeyoomb patterns, like net mesheS
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-03-16
TIT REPRESENTATION
The Wonderful Medicine, Dr. Greene's Nervura Blood and Nerve Remedy AL ways cures. It is the Best Spring Med icine in the World. You Need it Now.

so dizzy did not dare go away to work alone. I would fall down and hurt me badly. Since taking Dr GTeene's nervura blood and nerve remedy. my health is good and my netves are steady. know it is the best medicine, and advise all to use it."
 Mrs Lucinda Slay ton writes as follows: About three mouths ago had a bilious fever and grippe My nerves were all ex- hausted. At the same time I was very sick. The grippe settled in my limbs and by advice I did something to scatter the trouble and it went all aver me.
 ''I was afraid should become helpless. I employed doctors, but they did not cure me. was so weak that I would sweat profusely, and could do but little work. l commenced taking Dr Greene's nervurs blood and nerve remedy and soon received great benefit from it.
 My troubles have all left me and I can work all day comfortably without resting. My health is as good as before was sick.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1895-03-16
HOME.

A mothers love Is home.-Mary E. Morange-
 A we'll regulated homo Is millennium on O small scale.-Talmage
 The first indication of domestic happi- ness Is the love of one's home.-M de Montlosier.
 The strength of a nation, and especially of Q republican nation, Is in the intelli- gent and well ordered homes of Its people. -Mrs- Sigourney.
 The homo Is the crystal of society, the nucleus of national character, and from that source, be 1t pure or tainted, issue the habits, principles and maxims which govern public as well as private life. Pub lio opinion itself Is for the most part the outgrowth of the home, and the best phi lanthropy comes from the dreside.-S. Smiles