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Tho E'p-m wl.rl wa, IA The Southwest passed.
ctstwnr! ALL was ~cN"rtimg Itself yesterday In tho
east cur ami ut Tee south Atlantic coast, the storm
centre hulus near th' west rNsst - Florida. Rain
was falling u,nr the south Atlantic State, aud snow
on the coast off 'arg'HlI, win hlgh n]orthcTIy wind,
about iIatr"rn,, Clearing weather set IN osrr ths
middle Atlantic ant New ENGLAND states. The d..
preston caused a rush Of cold air southwark over
all the rpI,t states and freezing temperatures
reached the Tennessee. Valley. Tl" gIll In this
Lrishborhuoi was about -. over an the Western
States It was much warmer. The warm AIR bot
vim work eastward.
The day IN thI' r,tv was cola anI rl'ar, lowest
o-In,Il tnmIcr,rr" IS highest 20 a'rrn ,
humidity, COB i,t cent. wiGi nurrh.r|y, nr"rlts
velocity II mI,., ur hour; barometer, rorr,olritp
read tu ,r4 Iry,1. ~ 4. ~ 3u.I. ar ". so -.
Tie tnru. purn'or At r'rrl rhlrmarN, So nuilI-
lf, rc"or.rd the rnml"raipr, H,-trrd,, g. follows;
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Proposed Consolidation OF the Biue-stone
IntercSts.

KINGSTON. March steps have been taken
10 consolidate the blue-stone interests in this
region. At meeting held in this city all the
large dealers wore represented, among others
being Hewitt Boice, +, Sweeny 4 Sons. Rogers
IL TRppen, julius OstcrhOut. and the Ulster
Bluc-stono Company. Dealers at Maiden.
Glasco. Saugerties, Roxbury, Fox Hollow. and
other places are also interested. The object Ia
to have the entire output OF hluo stone sold
through one channel. similar to the way 10 was
done through the Union Bluc-stoIe Company a
few years ago, thus reducing the expense OF
making snlrs. and therefore increasing the
profit OF the dealer. The method OF CONSOLE
dating the different nrins would be to form n
large Incorporated stock company. in which
any dealer could exchange his business for
stock In the new organization.
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be made or how m officer shall be appointed Is
not the same thing MS making the appointment
itself. and the case of the state eX rel. Attor-
ncy-General VS.. kennOn ct al. supreme Court
OF ohio december Term, 1887, : ohio State
PIP. $50 ana 5Gl. Is decisive on this
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1896-03-25
SENIOR cIRDozo FINDS ms SOW.
The Young Brazilian Taken TO Bellevue
as an lnknoNn Man"

Senior Ferio CardnGp, the newly APPOINTED
Consul ul Brazil at New Orleans, came to tlns
city II few days ago with his wife and son Luz.
who is insane. Semor CurdpGo engaged roUILs
at the IiotcI America. On sunday afternoon
senior CardoZC, accompanied uy his wife and
son. went out to take II walk. AinhOut : ~O'clnck,
when IN ne uriruLorhuud II Iiigh Fridge. tho
Young man Wa messed ly hs father and
mother. "a trtc" CT Inn could be found. The
police were uOl.Hei ot lis disappearance.
At 40 o'cloCA AiOadEy afternoon "A young
man was taken 10 Bellevue Hospital from a
Grand ~try"t rlnthluE store. whore ir mud 'Rlicn
IA IA n. lie was recorded On the ambulance
tllp as a! unknown mau.' pom being
tr3,rcLrl later Mt the hu>wra. IL" was identified
a. young Gas i',u from cards found IA the CLOTH
ing. Nucu S"Lur tario2p was nn'itrd yester-
uHy ~ iiu HIDING ui l.- soU he had the young
man rrnlUN el iDNt- r,r'u~ "a the Hotel america,
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1896-03-25
Killed Herself ON Her birthday.

Mrs. Helen NJ. Tanner, the wife OF Gerrit :.
Tanner. an employee in the Department of
Public Works, committed suicide yesterday.
her iiftieth birthday, aJ her home at 332 Willis
avenue. She las been suffering from nervous
prostrltiOn for four months.
TN his return home In tho afternoon Mr..
Tanner found his wife dead on the floor OF the
dining room. She had loosened tho long tube
from tho tnble burner aud after turning on ths
Has had placed the tube in her mouth. When
She Is supposed TO have been temporarily in
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1896-03-25
Two brotherhood. or ra,,or- Now.

The newly Incorporated United brotherhood
OF Tnilors, composed NJ seceders from the origi.
nal brotherhood, will hold a mass meeting in
New Irving Hall on Saturday afternoon to on
roll members. Although the leaders NJ the Sc
Ceders arc Socialists. they say that they have a
large following Of anti-SOcialists. who are dis
satisfied with the met mods OF the original union.
There are now two brOthernoods OF tailors In
the field.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12
ELKs IN SOCIAL SESSION.
Richmond Lodge Celebrates Its
Tenth Anniyersary


The celebration Of the tenth anniver-
sary OF Richmond Lodge OF Elks, which
was held at Sanger Hall last night, was
one Of the most delightful events in the
history OF that popular organization.
Fully 800 brethren and friends gathered
around the festive board and made merry
until after midnight Mr.. Thomas y. Nc
Nulty, Of Baltimore, presided. and by his
good humor and charming personality
added greatly TO the pleasure Of the Occa-
sion. The supper was elegantly served,
and consisted Of oysters, cold meats.
salads, coquettes, fruits, coffee, and other
liquid refreshments. Professor STEMS or
chestra OF ten pieces furnished the in
strumental music for the occasion, and
this was augmented by vocal selections
by several of the best male singers in
the city.
The first toast OF the evening was
Richmond Lodge Of Elks," and it was re-
spOnded TO by Mr.. julius Straus, who
briefly outlined the work of the organiza-
ton, and presented a strong appeal for
the virtues of the order. This was fol-
lowed by an excellently duet by
MesSrs. II. Thurston CardoZa and HaddOu
$. Watkins. Mr.. ii. NJ. Smith. Jr.. was
called upon and made a very humorous
response TO the toast, "What l Know
About Campaigns" Captain Frank Cum
bingham sang with his old-time sweet
ness MY Old Kentucky Home" and was
followed in a beautiful ballad. superbly
given by Mr.. McNulty, entitled For
She's Just as Good as Gold" Mr. Joseph
w. Laube, one OF the Supreme Trustees
Of the order. spoke to the III O'Clock
Toast" which is 10 the absent members
At this tuncture Captain James B. Angle.
secretary of the lodge, stepped up TO the
POSTMASTER. and announced that he had
an important but pleasant duty TO per
form. He called up Mr.. Chris. Eyensen
one OF the best-known Elks in the city,
and in a short speech filled with praise for
Mr.. Evensen as an Elk. presented the
brother with a beautiful gold badge, the
token being given I'm reward for Mr..
Evensen's services I'm bringing into Rich
mond Lodge more new members during
the past year than any other member.
Mr.. Evensen, who IS better known as
"Uncle Chris" made an appropriate lit
tie speech. acknowledging his gratitude
for the badge. and especially for the high
honor conferred upon him by the lodge,
and pledging again his answering devo-
ton TO the noble cause Of the order of
Elks.
Some Of those present were: Mr.
Thomas f. McNulty. Of Baltimore Lodge,
No. :: Messrs Joseph w. Laube Morris
Richter. julius SUraus. w. +. Reddy.
Thomas c. Leath. Frank w. Cunning
ham, Chris. EVensen, Sam Crowder, Cap
tain J. h. Angle, Otto Morganstern,
Charles II. Phillips. w. A. Graves. u. Nj.
smith. Jr. Charles Loeftler. Ben. Metz
ger. Frank y. Burke, Juan A. Pizzini,
Marion Sutton. a. w. Rosene, II. Thurs
ton Cardoza. Or. Wendlinger, }. IA.
Chattaigne. r. r. Archer Burke, Dr. Ben
iamin Harrison. Moses Stein. Robert H..
Golden, George b. Davis, II. Claiborne
Epps. James T. Ferriter' W. H. jones'
preston Belvin, and many others.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12
DEATHS.

BRANsFORD.-Died. at C22 China
street Monday, May 18th. CHARLES
ERNEST BRANSFORD, infant child OF
i. II. and the late Charles L. Bransford.
Budded on earth to bloom I'm Heaven
Funeral TO-DAY Tuesday at p. NJ
from residence.
FRANCIS.-Died. May 18th, at p. NJ,
ARTHUR HILLSMAN. infant son or
James A. and Carrie l.. Francis; aged g
months.
This lovely bud. so young. so fair
Called hence by early doom,
Just came 10 show how sweet flower
In Paradise would bloom.
Ere sin could harm or sorrow fade,
Death came with friendly care,
The opening bud to Heaven conveyed,
And babe X blossom there.
Funeral from the residence. No. II Tay-
lor street, THIS Tuesday AFTERNOON
al o'clock. Friends and acquaintance
invited to attend.
JACKSON. Died, May 10th. at 915 p.
NJ. at her late residence, No. 2S22 east
Grace street, Mrs. LOUISA a. JACK
SON, widow OF Levi NJ. Jackson, ana
mother Of Virgie S. and l.. 5. Jackson III
the Goth year Of her age.
Her funeral will take place from the
Third Presbyterian church THIS CTues-
day) AFTERNOON at $50 o'clock.
Friends and acquaintances OF the family
respectfully invited to attend.
LECHLER.-Died. suddenly, Monday
afternoon, at the residence OF her mother
No g2 Dobson street LILLE NJ. LECH-
I.ER. in the 18th year OF her age.
Weep not for me. my mother dear
I have gone to rest. you need not fear
NV stay was short, as YOU nav sec
Therefore, prepare to follow me.
The funeral will take place from Pine
Street Baptist church THIS CruesdaO
AFTERNOON at 3 O'Clock.
Times and Star please copy.
TROwER.-Died. at his residence, oOs
west Main street, Monday. May IL, 1870
JOHN S. TROwER only son OF Robert
b. and Elizabeth Trower. deceased, In
the 9Th year OF his age.
His funeral will take place from PARK
Place Methodist Episcopal church TUES
DAY AFTERNOON. May 18th, at ;
O'Clock. His friends and acquaintance.
and those Of hts brother-in-law. I. Is.
Mackie. are respectfully invited to attend.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12

Goforth. Of Tennessee: Or. Loftor. OF
Nashville. and Or. Ford. OF st. Louis.
Rev. Drs A. J. Rowland and Seymour.
OF Philadelphia, secretaries OF the Afneri
can Baptist Publication Society. and DR..
r. L. wilkins. OF Chicago. secretary OF
the Baptist Young Peoples Union OF
America, were introduced TO the conven-
ton. and made fraternal remarks.
The report on the report OF the treas
urer OF the Home Mission Board was
read by Rev. s. NJ. Province, OF Florida,
and unanimously adopted
Rev. Dr. NJ. J. Breaker. OF Missouri,
presented the report on the work among
the negroes which was discussed by DIR.
Breaker. Rev. j. r.. White, OF North
Carolina; Rev. y. Henderson, OF Tonnes
sec and DR.. ]. william Jones. OF Virginia,
and unanimously adopted.
Professor G. II. Winston, OF Richmond
presented the report on vice-president.
which was adopted.
WOMAN's UNION OFFICERS.
The woman's Missionary Union finished
its session at noon. The officers were re-
elected to-wit: Miss Fannie Heck, Of
North Carolina president; Miss Annie
Armstrong. secretary; Miss Hollie Harp
or. reporter; Mrs. William Lowndes'
treasurer. and Miss Nellie Mertier. record
ing secrotary.
RESOLUTIONS OF SYMPATHY.
Resolutions Of sympathy with Rev. Dr.
r. II. Pritchard, Of Charlotte. n. c., in
his extreme Illness; DR.. II. a. Topper,
In the illness OF his son. and DR.. J. "
Frost OF Nashville. In the extreme Illness
Of his child, which called him home last
night. were adopted and the secretaries
requested 10 send kilograms Of sympathy
Rev T.. T. Bomar. Of South Carolina,
read the report Of tho committee on the
work Of the Home Mission Board among
the white people Of the South.
Rev. Mr.. H. W. Battle. OF Virginia
made an earnest and eloquent address,
and was followed in brief speeches by
Rev. G. G. Brown. Of South Carolina,
Rev. =. Pendleton Jones. Of Virginia;
Rev. John H. Eager, Of Italy. Rev. c. J..
Laws. Of Baltimore; Rev DR.. J. y. Haw-
thorne. of Nashville; Rev. DR.. Hatcher
Of Virginia; Rev. NJ. d. Early, of Texas,
pr. j. NJ. Carroll Of Texas,
and DR.. d. J. Purser, Of New Orleans.
DR.. Hawthorne paid an eloquent tribute
to the Home Mission Board and It's vene-
rable secretary, Or. Tichenor
SEMINARY ALUMNI.
AT the annual meeting this afternoon
or the Alumni Association OF the South
ern Baptist Seminary. J. s. Kirtley. Of St.
Louis. was elected president, and with
a view TO organizing branch associations
in all the Southern states, vice-president
was elected from each Of them. These
organizations have for their primary aim
three objects-to wit Building a home
in Louisville for Mrs. John A. Broadus,
widow Of this iA'e president; founding Of
a llbrary-fund for the seminary. and en-
downing the chair Of homiletics. taught by
DR.. Broadus. and calling II by his name.
The associations will embrace the ma
jority OF the Baptist ministers OF the
South, for the seminary is their Alma
Mater.
Adjournment viii probably be had to-
morrow afternoon, to meet next in VIII
mington, n. G.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12
VISIT or DIR. CRAFTS.
he Addresses sevcra, Large Audi
encrs on the Subject of Reform.

Rev. DR.. Wilbur +. Crafts, the accom-
plished secretary Of the National Bureau
OF Reform, spent Sunday and Monday in
Richmond, and embraced the opportunity
to make several addresses on a subject
that lies very near TO his heart He
preached at Centenary Methodist church
Sunday morning, at the Second Baptlst
at night, and I'm the afternoon delivered
an illustrated address before young men
at Association Hail. He was heard at all
three services by large audiences.
Dr. Crafts attended the monthly meet
Ing Of the Ministerial Union held at
the Young Mems Christian Association
Yesterday at noon, and by invitation, adj
dressed that body. His theme was Chris
tian Reforms" and those discussed were
civil service, charity, divorce, education,
gambling labor liquov municipalism,
prize-fghting, and Sabbath reform. Dr.
Crafts spoke pleasantly Of his former
visits 10 Richmond. and when he con-
cluded resolutions were adopted pledging
him the hearty cooperation Of the union
in his work
Secretary Chumbley read letter, which
he had recently received from Rev. j.
Calvin Stewart. who Is at Clifton Springs,
New York. for his health. in answer TO
the letter OF sympathy sent him by the
union at its last meeting. Rev. Mr.
Stewart returned his appreciation for the
kindness expressed. and spoke very en-
couraglngly Of his health.
Upon motion OF Rev. DIR. Hyde, IL was
decided to have an annual fee Of % cents
from each member in the future. This IS
TO defray the light expenses Of the union.
Rev. ID. X. Walthal and Rev. w. S.
Campbell were elected members OF the
union, after which the meeting was ad-
tourned with a prayer by Or. Kerr. At
the conclusion. President Gravatt took oc-
caslon 20 remind the members that this
was the last meeting until October.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12
The Books Open 10 All.

There was a lengthy session Of the
Roard of Fire Commissioners last night
President Frlschkorn filled the chair, and
every member was present AFTER the
transaction Of the usual amount OF rou-
tine business the commissioners INDUCED
In q discussion of the attitude of the
Special Accountant toward the board, and
after several lengthy dissertations OK the
subject Of the Boards rights and privi-
leges a resolution was UNANIMOUSLY
adopted allowing any one to make an
examination OF the books, accounts, ana
papers OF the department at any time
and inviting the public 10 any and all
meetings held by that body. This action
grew out of the misunderstanding which
occurred between the board and the Spe-
cial Accountant when the latter. after
having completed his report TO the Coun-
ell Committee on Finance, went back to
the secretary of the board, and asked TO
be allowed to see other papers, which
privilege was denied him.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12
The Last Young Peoples Reception

without doubt the fourth and last OF
the four grand receptions rendered by
the Young Mems Christian Association
to the young peoples societies OF Rich
mond and Manchester, was, If possible
the best Of the four. The programme
straight through was a perfect success
and every one who had the good fortune
to be present was delighted.
The address Of welcome. delivered by
Mr.. Steward NJ Woodward. was one
which did him great credit, ana was
highly appreciated. Too much cannot be
said in praise Of Mr.. Thomas G. Ruihn.
who spoke on "Our Societies" and sue
ceeded I'm clearly setting forth their OBJ
tect and aim. Mr.. 5. *. Mckee the
genial secretary as usual, with his plea
SAINT manner and humorous remarks.
created a great deal of merriment, and
won for himself many new friends.
The Blues Band rendered eXcenently
many OF their choice selections. both du-
ring the programme and the social
hour" which followed.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12
Relief of the Poor.

The Committee on Relief OF the Poor
held its quarterly meeting AT the city
Almshouse last night. Those present
were Messrs. Mcdowell chairman,
Blake, Donleavy. Brock, Ferriter. and
Noble. The report OF the Superintend-
ent for the month OF April was received
and filed. II showed that on April 9Oth
the number of inmates in the almshouse
was 247. against 249 on the corresponding
day day last year The usual number
of bills were ordered TO be paid, both
for the almshouse and the outdoor poor,
and the chairman was authorized to sign
the payroll when presented.
Bids were then opened for the furnish
Ing Of provisions. clothing. etc, to the
department for the next three months.
and the contracts were awarded to the
lowest responsible bidders.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12
THE NEWS OF MANCHESTER
Fined for Shooting IA Chicken-Fune-
raj OF MIR. Rudd-Brief Items.


The May term Of the Chesterfield Coun-
ty Court began yesterday, Judge william
l. Clopton presiding. The entire day was
spent In the trial OF Watt Burke, charged
with shooting a chicken belonging 10
Barney Osterbine. 1t seems that brood
Of chickens belonging to Mr.. Osterbine'
repeatedly wandered into Mr.. Burk' 9
yard doing much damage TO his crop OF
summer vegetables. Becoming aggra-
waited, Mr. Burke produced his rusty
gun and shot into the gang of spring
chickens. When the smoke had cleared
away only one Of the invaders was left,
and this one was shot through the heart.
Judge Gregory was counsel for Mr.. Burke,
and, owing TO the inability of Mr.. Phi.
Cogbill. the Commemorative Attorney,
20 appear. Mr.. Hay Garrett conducted
the prosecution After consuming the
entire day in wrangling over the case the
fury brought in verdict. lining Mr.
Burke IS. The court will be engaged to-
day in the trial OF Walden Brothers against
the Richmond and Petersburg railroad, FOR
damages for killing a COW. Mr.. Hay Gar
nett appears for the plaintiff and Mt.
Bernard Mann for the railroad
MIR. ]. w. RUDD BURIED.
The funeral of Mr.. ]. w. Rudd,
young railroad man. living at Tenth ana
Everett streets. who was killed at Rocky
Mount, N. c., Saturday, while coupling
cars. took place yesterday afternoon at
4 o'clock from Clopton-Street Baptist
church The funeral. which was most
impressive and largely attended. was
under the direction OF the Lodge OF
TrainmeE. The following gentlemen act
ed as pall-bearers: Honorary-Mes
Robert Jenkins, j. w. Smart Walter
Clark. and W. II. White Active-Messrs.
G.. f. McClelland. c. l.. Bowman. X. ID.
Butte, NJ. +. Jordan, W, L. Lipscomb. Z.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12
Woman's Christian Amortization.

The Board OF Managers OF the Womans
Christian Association met yesterday
morning in the parlors OF the institution
at II O'clock, and Transacted considerable
routine business. Reports were received
from the various standing committees
The Library Committee IS preparing for
a reception, to be held the latter part
OF this month. II Is proposed 10 increase
the number Of volumes with the funds
derived from the entertainment Much
interest was reported to be taken In the
kindergarten
The board adjourned, TO meet again
June Sth at IL O'clock
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12
To Discuss silver and Gold.

The committee appointed by the Clay
Ward Actives to arrange for public
meeting next Thursday night TOR the
discussion OF the currency question held
a meeting last night The meeting VIII
be held in the large Belvidere Hall, and
there will be two speeches on each side.
The speakers have not been definitely
decided upon yet. 1t Is possible that
either Senator Daniel or Congressman
W. A. Jones, or both, VIII be asked TO
sneak in behalf Of free coinage.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12

Mr. A. Il. Duesberry manager or van
Wyck's Opera House. Norfolk. is in the
city visiting friends and relatives. MIR.
Duesberry was formerly High Constable
of this city with his friends and the
public he Is Familiarity known as Bean
Dueberry," but his proper cosnomen Is
Americas Bohannon Duesberry-the mid
die name in honor OF the famous Rich
moud physician, who happened 10 De
around when he made his appearance on
this terrestrial sphere.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12
II. Attend the Association of Chiefs.

Chief-of- Police Howard left the city on
the 1925 o'clock train via the. Southern
railway yesterday for Savannah, Ca, 10
attend the annual convention of the
chiefs Of police of the United States.
He will probably return next Saturday.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12

State OF Virginia. city OF Richmond-ss.:
|, j. w. Lockwood, cashier OF the above.
named bank. 10 affirm that the above
statement Is true TO the best OF my know.
ledge and BELIEF.
]. w LOCKWOOD. Cashier.
Subscribed and Aii.med to before me
this iith day OF May. 1895
II. T.. GRAY. Notary Public.
Correct-Attest:
RO. s. BOSHER.
l.. Z. MORRIS,
f. ID. STARKE,
my i2-it Directors.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12

Subscribed and sworn TO before me, this
ll,h day OF May, 1856
GEORGE j. ROGERS,
Notary Public.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12

state OF Virginia, city OF Rlchmond-ss
/, John +. Glenn. cashier OF the above
named bank. do solemn!y swear that the
above statement ~ true 10 the best Of
my knowledge and belief
JOHN +. GLENN, Cashier.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12

DOCK AND JOB PRINTING NEAT
I'D LY ExEcuTEY AT THx pisPAVke
PRISTIN9-h0Vsk
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12

DEPORT OFTHE CONDITION OF
~ THE NATIONAL BANK OF VIRGINIA,
At RICHMOND. IN THE STATE OF
VIRGINIA. AT THE CLOSE OF BuSr-
NESS. MAY Z. 1896.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12

Redemption-fund with United
States Treasurer % per cent.
OF circulation ................... 1900 "
Due from United States Urea
surer, other than > per cent
redtmption-fund ......... 80. $50 o
Total - .s2.O,S.ss7 s
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12
LIABILITIES

Total ........ .s2clses7 81
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12
Correct-Attest.
DFPORT OFTHE CONDITION OF

~ the PLANTERs' NATIONAL BANK, AT
RICHMOND, IN THE STATE OF NIR-
GINA, AT THE CLOSE OF BUSi-
NESS MAY 7, 1876:
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-05-12

Ihc report was unanimously adopted,
and thus the question Ia reference TO DR..
Whusitrs soundness IN Baptist faith,
which some thought would excite an
earnest. II not bitter. discussion, was
happily and pleasantly settled The
board Of Trustees did not deem 1t neces-
sary 10 take any action whatever on Or.
Whitsltts utterances since, i'm their
Judgment. he has violated no article OF
BAPTIST creed or polity In his expressions
,n merely historical questions.
Rev Dr. B. Cranhll Of Texas. read
ihis afternoon the report OF the Com
miitce on Woman's Work. commencing
n the highest terms the work OF the
Womsns Missionary Union. which has
raised In eight years for the Home and
Foreign Mission boards OF the conven-
t.on. S57.i6SO7. and is largely increasing
iw contributions every year. The report
was adopted. after earnest and effective
speeches from Or. cranlll, Of Texas;
Rev. Dir, Smith. of Baltimore: Rev. Mr..