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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
RHEA GIVES FINE PERFORMANCES.
Large Audiences Delighted With Her
Superb Actinp-Other Attractions.

Mile. Rhea gave two performances al
fashionable audiences. At the matinee
Bulwers Lady Of Lyons was present
I'd. The Pauline of Rhea IS a noted crea-
ton. In her portrayal of the character
all the emotions Of her nature are di-
vertcd into the chanrels OF art. ". s.
Hart Is graceful and romantic Claude,
VI. 5. Alsop Is sOnOrous and sinister
Beauselnt. ana Robert COnness supplied
the requisite contrast in his airy and
fantastic CLAWS, while Ferd Hunt was
bluff and burly and broad as shrewd old
Damas, and the landlord, too, to NJ. c.
Bower was a capital bit Of work-an ex-
cellent thumb-nail sketch.
In the evening Mile. Rhea appeared as
Mercy Merrick in Willie Colllns's "The
New Magdalen." for the first time IN
Richmond. The play contains realism In
its truest AM best sense; IL Is intensely
human ard intensely dramatic; 1t deals
with life as II is. and it's influence is
gool without being didactc, morbid, or
nslpid.
Nothing could be more simple and natu-
raj than Rhea's work as Mercy Merrick,
the picture enthralled by its llteralness,
its numerous cunning touches. its vrai-
semblance. She plays apparently with
cut en'prt, without nnNiety to make
points, and without concern for the audi
ence.
Mile. Rhea's support is thoroughly capa-
bic. though II would be unjust to pass
over without special mention Mr..
llarts brilliant performance as Julian
Cray.
'The ParisIans" will be presented to-
night for the benefit OF the charity fund
OF the Richmond Elks.
The next attraction will be 1.-THE Pass
ing Show" which will be presented at the
Academy for one night only, on Thurs
day next. The piece made such a phe-
nomenal hit in New York last summer
that IL does not stand In need OF further
introduction. BY special arrangement with
the proprietors of the attraction the prices
will not be raised for the engagement.
The 1.-TWO Colonels," a domestic come
dy, by William Richard GOodall, will be
at the Academy next Friday ard Satur-
day. The play was only produced In
Washington Monday, December -, when
it scored a tremendous success. The
company Is strong.
The sale of seats for Mr.. Richard
Mansfleld's engagement opens tomorrow.
Next Monday Mr.. Mansfield will appear
at the Academy In his new play. by Lori
mer Stodaid, entitled Napoleon Bona
parte."
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
OUR HIGHEST COURT.
The New Tribunal to Meet and 0rsa.
nile This Morning.
SOME PERSONAL POINTS.
Patronage Of tho Iody-Somc OF the Ap
pUintments for the Positions
The Regular Term.

The new Supreme Court OF Appeals
elected by the Legislature in January
last TO serve twelve years will meet in
the conference-room Of the court al II
o'clock this morning.
The court consists Of Hon. John a.
buchanan. OF Washington county; Hon.
II. II. Cardwell, Of Hanover county; Hon.
George NJ. Harrison. Of Augusta county;
Hon. James Keith, Of Fauquler county,
and Hon. John w. Rely, of Halifax
county.
The tribunal IS regarded as very
strong one. The oldest member Of the
court Is Judge Keith. who was born in
1881. Judge Kei,h's first public service
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
ACCEPTS THE0FFlCE.
Professor BOatHriSht Consents 10 Be-
come President Of Richmond College.
STUEG BY HARSH INSINUATIONS.
lie Asks Dr. Garry to Convene the Trus-
tees to Have These Inquired Into
and This VIII BE Done.

Professor Frederick William Boa,wrisht
will in June next become president oil
Richmond College.
lie was elected 20 this high and respon-
slble Office at the semi annual meeting OF
the Board Of Trustees held the 10Th oi
December, and In letter addressed to
the officers a. the hoard on yesterday
signiGcd his acceptance Of the office.
In a SEPARATE letter to Dr. Curry, which
accompanied his formal acceptance. the
Preslgent-elect requested that the Board
OF Trustees D., convened rs soon as p-ac-
tlcable and that he be given the right 10
challenge those who have made spccious
Institutions affecting his personal charac-
ter. or who have aught 70 say against
his NE as man and Christian. to ap-
near al the bar Of the board and make
their charges good.
This request of Professor Boatwright
viii. Or Curry informs the Dispatch, be
complied with promptly.
LETTER OF NOTIFICATION
In view OF the attention that the cleo
ton Of Professor Boatwright to the col
lcge presidency has attracted, the CORE
epondcnce between him and the officers
Of the board win be read with interest
The letter In which he was officially in
formed Of the honor conferred upon him
was in these words.
RICHMOND. VA. December o. 1894
Professor Frederick ". Boatwright, NJ
4. Richmond. Va;
Dear Sr.--At q meeting of the trustees
az Richmond college. on the nth instant
you were elected president Of the college
T. take effect two days aftcl the next
commencement. The cirCums Inces con
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
Spend New-Year's Skating.

The ice continued in very good condi
ton Yesterday at Reservoir ani Forest
Hili lakes and the several ponds IN the
neighborhood OF the city, and large num-
beers of persons enjoyed the skating
There were many hundreds of interested
spectators. A fashionable party went out
TO Clark's Pond on Major Iinters pro-
perty, some six miles north OF The city
and had most excellent sport. There were
several fine lady skaters.
Major GInter has built handsome
t-bouse upon this pond and a naptha
launch has been placed upon It's waters.
Al Reservoir lake yesterday afternoon q
Young man broke through the 'ce wnert
the water was up TO his waist ana re.
ceivad a drenching, but suffered 40 Other
Inconvenience The transfer car service
70 the New Reservoir was cntireIy IN
adaouate 10 the demands of travel.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
Welded AT BETH AHkeA.
Marriage of MIR. Simon, Of philadelphia,
and Miss Newman, Of Richmond.

The marriage at Beth Ahaba Synagogue
at o'clock last evening OF Miss Mamie
n. Newman. Of this city. to Mr.. Harry
Simon, OF Philadelphia, was brilliant
affair
The sacred edifce was packed to over
flowing with friends Of the young couple,
and the ceremony. which was performed
by Rev. Or. T.. y. Calisch. was one OF
the most impressive ever witnessed
there. Stately palms and ferns consu-
tutcd the decorations in the chancel,
while the floor was covered with white
crash which lent a charming effect TO
the picture within the church. The bride
was elegantly attired in n Duchesse satin
with bertha Of lace and her veil was
fastened with q cluster Of diamonds. She
carried her prayer-book and bunch Of
lilies Of the valley in her hands. Her
maid Of honor. Miss Minnie Stern. wore
very becoming gown Of light-blue
MORE and carried huge bouquet Of
yiolets Mr.. \. d. Whitlock was best
man. and the ushcrs We're Messrs. julius
Walker. of New York: Ell Simon, Joe
Simon. Jonas Simon. aud Or. |. Kock.
OF Philadelphia: II. ROthschid. and Gus
Waliersteln. Of Washington; Joseph Fuld,
Of Bloomington. Del; Lawrence Sycle,
Sam Thalhimer. S. s. Whitlock. and Ike
Goodman. Of Richmond.
Immediately after the ceremony the
bride and groom were rendered a recep-
tion at the home Of the brides uncle
Mr.. Moses Thalhimer. No. lol7 west Grace
street. Among the guests from "A distance
were Mr.. and Mrs. Marx Simon. parents
of the groom; Mrs \. a. Solo
mons. Mr. and Mrs. Grayson L..
Kahn. Mrs. Louis Sidenbach, Miss
Addie Simon. and Misses Labe
and Goldsmith. Of Philadelphia: Mr.. and
Mrs NJ. Hecht. Mrs. Fleischman. and
Miss lilly Rcinhardt. Of Baltimore. The
entertainment YVES one of the most beau
tiful and complete given in Richmond
this season
Mr.. Simon IS n travelling salesman from
the Quaker City. but Is well known in
n0ny Of the larger places, both North and
South. His bride is the daughter Of Mrs.
A. Newman. and her father was formerly
prominent clothing merchant here.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
Major w. X. Gaines Critically Ill

Major w. II. Gaines, Register OF thu
Land Office, and Superintendent Of Pub
lie Grounds and Buildings, Is critically
III at his home. on north Sixth street.
lie IS being attended by Drs. Charles
V: Darlington and Stuart Mcclure. and
he may linger for n day or so. Major
Gaines is a native of Charlotte county.
and at the beginning OF the war en-
tered the Charlotte Cavalry, Fourteenth
Virginia Regiment. and rose 20 be n lieu-
tenant In his command. He was a gall
liant soldier and served faithfully until
a wound received near Lynchburg during
Avrilrs raid. necessitatci the amputation
of his leg. He served q term In tho
House of Delegates as the representative
of his county. and some ten years ago
was elected To the position which ha
now holds.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02

An alarm of FIRE was turned IN from
Box c. at 3:37 o'clock yesterday after
noon. The cause was the burning of a
few shingles upon the house OF Mr. j. III.
Rady. No. $40 1-2 north Fifth street. and
the damage was about 50
Upon the return Of the apparatus from
the fire chief Puller. on behalf of Truck
Company No. /, presented Captain l..
w. Dorset with a handsome gold hadge
as a testimonial Of The high esteem in
which he is held by his suborl'naJ as the
Captain expressed his gratitude for the
gift In a few appropriate remarks to his
men
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
Powhatau Gibbs Annua, Meeting

The annual meeting OF the Powhatan
Club was held last night. President :. l..
X lily filed the chair. The election OF
session. The body decided TO convene
again on the 18th instant, when II Is ex-
pected that a report will be made by the
committee on the subject OF the continual
ton of the club as at present constituted.
Nearly all of the members at present are
signifying their intention to remain In
the club. and thereby render valuable
services In the aid OF the true Democracy
of Richmond and Virginia
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
ual tho Stolen CIothes On.

Charles Johnson alias Jackson alias Joe
Hill alias Joe Diamond (colored). was ar
rested yesterday 10y Sergeant Hall and
locked up at the First Police Station
The negro is charged with breaking and
entering the store Of y. Cohen. No. 1921
Main street. Sunday night, an account
OF which appeared in yesterdays Dispatch
johnson had On some of the clothing
which was stolen. and which was recog-
nzed by Mr. Cohen. The negro lives on
Jay street and Is believed TO be one OF
a gang Of thieves that infest the eastern
part Of the city. IL denies the charge
made against him, and says he bought
the clothing
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
Eight BuIldinya Rurne.l.

UTICA, n. Y, January IA IRE was l,s.
covered az 70 o'clock last night in the
Joslyn building, In West Winfield. The
loss Is estimated at sioeo. Eight build.
Guiding a bank. The tire Is supposed 4,
have originated In the feed.store OF
Charles Garlock, In the rear OF the Joslyn
building. During the passage OF the firs
falling beam fractured the collar-bone
OF James Burns. The entire village was
at one time threatened with Destruction
The ,post-ofiice was located in the Josly ia
building
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02

Mr. Archie II. Martin and Miss Lizzie
Calvary baptist church by Rey H. A.
connie were present a reception wac
given the happy pair at the home OF the
Ths foiloWtng gentlemen were the
usher. Messrs. W, r. caudls, Floyd Ty,
ier. A. w. Daughtrey, OF this city, ana
Mr. A. s. Floyd, of Norfolk.
Mr. and Mrs. Martin teceived many
handsome presents.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
A Fine Plano-Iiouse.

visitors comment on the number Ok
p,anos and variety OF makes ana cases
- | hs found in our warerooms. knaoe.
S.,rs,, ~ Gabler. Chickering. Colby. Brown
g simpson. Knell. and other manuIas- s
,urrrs' Bargains in square Pianos. wnsen
'.a have taken In exchange as part pay
sor nsw Instruments: also three uprishs
p,anos In stock. The corner OF Niatn
s,rsst MANLY B. RAMOS q So'
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
Marion lIarland TO Lecture.

Marion Harland Olrs. Terhune) VIII
give a ser,tS OF lectures az The Youns
Mems Christian Association during the
present month for the benefit ot tae Nir-
einla Home for Incurables. The dates
Jerusalem OF To-day; 2ith. "liphrath-
Which Is Bethlehem; 18th. Our Syrian
Sisters; 2Sth, "Olivet and Calvary. The
lectures viii be full OF interest ana Will
no doubt be listened TO by large auiiences-
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
L. W. BOATWRIGHT.
,,-rry CONVENE, TIT, pOAPD

DR.. Curry said to n Dispatch man last
night that there was nothing for him to
do but TO comply with Professor Boat
wrights request for meeting OF the
Board OF Trustees. and that body viii
be convened within few days. "Profes-
SOL BOatwright has the right TO demand
n thorough investigation Of the reflections
that have been cast upon him." said DR..
Curry. "and ] shall certainly assist him
in II. so far as Il is incumbent on me TO
do"
Dr. Curry will go South about the 18th
Of this month. and ne said that he would
certainly convene the board before that
date. He proposes communicating with
the out-of-town trustees at once. In order
20 ascertain what day will best suit them,
and will be governed by their wishes
Until the meeting is definitely arranged
no steps looking to summoning those In
terested before it will be taken.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
Onicers of Fifzhugh Lodge.

At a regular meeting OF Fitzhngh Lodge.
No. SO. |. o. O. T.. held al their lodge
room. Concordia Hall. the following oiiS
GERS were elected for the ensuing .,efnf:
J. NJ. Butler. \. c.; W. II. Gordon. y q.
don treasurer; A. A. Walden, chaplain.
The installation Of these officers Will take
place next TUESDAY night.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
In Olden Timea

people overlooked the importance of rer.
manently beneficial effects and were sat-
isfied with transient action; but now that
II is generally known that Syrup Of Figs
will permanently cure habitual constipa-
ton. weil-informed people viii not bay
other lsxaiives, which act for q time, but
finally inJure the system.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
II santa Claus

wore bilious DO wouldn's be tho .c7iai friend Of
little boys and giris that hs is. Blitoos people
arc cross They ought &, take f3ostettsrs stom-
sch Bltssrs and Danish the blls from their blood
aud their tempers q. one aad tho same time.
Tho Bitters Is an inialIinio preventive OF nais-
nal, kidney. and rneumstic ailments, ana
nun nha on 81 dyspepsia and ncrvousness- 10 r.
euistes ne bowels Without grtpips them.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02

The ladies OF the Association for the
PRESERVATION OF Virginia Antiquities will
give tea at the rooms Of the Virginia
Historical Society. on Franklin street,
next Friday evening from 6 to o'clock.
Invitations have been sent TO the mem-
bers OF the association. and each member
Is allowed to invite q friend.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02

Not a single bottle returned is the re-
cord OF Quratol, though over 5000 bottles
were sold In Virginia during the past thir-
~ days with positive guarantees that
money would BE- refunded II used accord
ing TO directions without satisfactory ra-
suits.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
VIII HauI the Coal Free.

In reply to the card OF Dr. Parker in
notified the physician that he would haul
fifty loads OF coal for the poor free OF
charge. The Doctor has arranged TO get
the fuel at a very low rate. and Mr.. Bos-
sieux's kindness will thus enable the poor
to get IL very cheap.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02

II your complaint Is ssns Of appetite. v, ass
a vine glass Of AxaosrrkA BirrKxs hsa ~ ~ -
before dinner. beware OF coansef'. M,
for tho genuine article. manufscsarso W -.
J. q. h siegcrs y Sons
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02

Hon. Claude A. Swanson. member OF
Congress from the Sixth District. Is in the
city, and stopping ut the Exchange Hotel.
In conversation yesterday he said he be-
lieyed that the House would pass the
Carlisle currency bill.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
rs,he Baby Is Cutting Teeth.

m sure and use that old and ~en-tnso
remedy. Mrs. winslow's soothing-syrup'
for children teething II soothes ,ns ,,rss sn,,a:
softens M the gums. alIays all pain. cures s
ind-eolIc. and Is tho best remsay ''s
S,a rrhoea. Twenty Ave cents oottis'
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02

as soon as practicable you VIII convene
the Board Of Trustees, and that they VIII
confer upon me the right to chailenss
all those who have aught 20 say against
my life ne a man and n Christian 10 ap
pear M the bar Of the board and make
their charges good. ..
l need hardly say TO the board that u
thsse oecuscrs can establish anything TO
n, personal discredit. the board will nave
no difficulty in recovering from me the
office and the honor which, In response to
their request and under strong sense
Of duty. | have this day accepted.
Very rpSDCctfuliy.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
Tho Dispatch Com p,Imented.

RICHMOND. VA. January /. 1895.
To the Editor OF the Dispatch:
Your summary OF business In Richmond
during 1894 Is immense. IL does the Dis.
patch great credit.
Yours. JAMES II. BARTON.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02

We will invest money for parties nav,ns
money 10 lend on real estate or on s''o
collaterais. co,,p.Ny- /,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
uaau.iruI unrirht Piano 800.

This piano has not been usea SS
months. Full size; artistic case .
''O II. =. LEE.
9o, Main street, successor to Rylani Is
Lee.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02

ws w,u allow 4 per cent. interen on
money deposited with US, either snort W
long time. co,tpaNY.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02

Parties having money to lend can .,s nns
xhort- or longtime real estate notes, VIZ
good rates OF interest. by appy.,s :.
TTtp FINANCE TRADING CoNF"Si'
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02

The Celebrated Fischer Pianos
.,u.ova an hand. Their popularity ~
always X. Il. LEE.
wotiu-"e SO Main street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
PRESIDENT ROATWRIGHT.

rocted with the election. the long time for
consideration. the fun ana exhaustive dis.
Cus>ion the praycrfu C0mmlttal Of The
subject to Divine guidance. the character
of the board the unusually full attend
arre u the members, give spe ial signn
tluCa 10 your choice. and make II a
compliment which may well be 0ppre"i
afri by SO Young man. The ustee".
icyDs.ng fullest COnld- me-" in your -h1lai
s.ip. ability, hroa2-mindtdncss. Christian
Iie.y. devotion 90 your Alma Mater, fcei
ttit your administration viii he honor
able % yourself and promptiVe Of in
creased prosperity and honor for our col.
leg
Tre undersigned are happy in being the
He llum OF communicating the earnest
wishes Of the trustees that n may ac>
c,pt the position with its duties trials.
ald responsibilities.
The accompanying regulations VIII chow
what WIS LI.eultI 20 bee the effect OF the
change ~ policy In having a chief eXecu>
tiY- D.ireT for tie college. The salary
was GNcl at s2n1 which includes youi
compensation as Professor I'm the School
Cf Modern Languages, position the
Trustees desire YOU 10 retain.
| Time may suggest modification OF the
rules and other changes but In such al,
/ event. ss well as in sustaining you In the
| discharge OF the functions Of the nigh and
| delicate office the Trustees VIII act with
'bcgalty ami with cordial confidence IL
your right purposes. ana In the wisdom
90 vour laborS for the promotion Of the
llsaest interests of the institution.
We are. dear sir.
Yours very truly.
j. J. NJ. CURRY.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1895-01-02
'Ni 'H'NitNt servant.
r. ". BOATWRIGHT.
mas HEARD INsINUArIoNs.

The most Interesting part Of the cor
\YespOndence Is The Independent letter that
H1ir. Boatwright sent TO Dr Curry by the
fame messenger that bore his note Of
facceptaDce. This was not addressed 10
the officers OF the board. hut 90 DR.. Curry.
| as president OF that body. and is directly
ITO the point. IL reads thus:
Dear Sr-Since my election 10 the
Gus opposition 10 me has developed in
Various quarters. / have not been dis
Xfurbed by this. for | appreciated the
rauses. BESIDES. no one Is reader than
~ cOncedc To every man the right 10 his
SWn opinions
But 90 my infinite surprise. specious IN
lnUations have Of late been made affect
ng my personal character. and these
have embarrassed me in declaring my
bccisiOu Were ! not profoundly con
ci0qs OF nay own innocence ana recti-
ude. and the utter groundlessness OF
bach and every charge that can be
brought against my character or private
Il. would not consider the propositions
the trustees for a moment.
am. indeed. humbly sensible OF my
railty and unworthineSs In the sight OF
epd. but there is nothing In my record
lush 10 my cheek. My life has been
cd In the Hight, and honorable men are
about me who have known me from
cradle 10 the present hour
for my own part. i would scorn 20 no
hce these malignant aspsrsions. but i
pinot be satisfied TO enter into 80 sacred
relationship with the Board OF Trustees
Kicbnopd College without having
PEN assured beyond every reasonable
obt as 70 the integrity OF my private
ana Character / therefore ask = high
NiIsSe at your han1s. sad tbs - that