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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23
OLD POINT.
Gnyly-Dressed Neutrality-suspicious.
Mention.

Mention.
OLD POINT COMFORT. VA. February
22-(speclai.)-Th flagship New York,
battleship. Maine. and cruiser Mont
eomery presented handsome appearance
as they rode at anchor In Hamp-
ron Roads. dressed with flags from stem
IN sfern In honor Of Washington's Birth
dav All work at the post was suspended
and the day presented very quiet and
Sunday-like appearance.
while the Lenten season Is but FOUR
days old. it's effects can already be seen
by the increased number OF visitors ar
riving at the Point.
Lieutenant George A. Zinn, who was
stationed at this place some three or
four years ago, Is here with his wife on
a visit.
Miss Anna Fulton is visiting friends
in philadelphia.
Mrs. NJ. A. Clayton, OF Albany, N. T..
is visiting friends at the post.
Mr.. C. c. Adams. OF Philadelphia, su-
nerintendent OF the Postal Telegraph
Company. and bride, are at the Hyseia-
Mrs. Booker was called 10 Southern
pines on Monday by the Illness of her
husband, Captain George Booker, who
has a serious attack OF rheumatism.
Miss Butler, daughter Of Senator But
Ter. OF South Carolina, Is visiting friends
at the post
The following Richmonders have regis
tered at the Hygeia Hotel during the
week: Harvey Holloway and wife. Ben
iamin l.. Purcell, Franklin Pierce, g. c.
Bland. w. II. May. Milton Morgan. VIII
liam Carnes, ]. N. Stubs. 8. c. Stratton,
N Wilson.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23

held an inquest. The following are ~
facts: u
Peter Nelson was the nrst vifnse
He said he ID fireman on Mr. Dodo
engine, and that this morning. Wu1z~
the engineer was oilins up and getts44
ready to leave. q negro came On ~
engine. Witness told him to set eNt
man. Get out" and took him By (n4
arm easily and helped him out Of ~
cab. The negro got down on the grounds
aud tho witness heard pistoI-silot, ana
Mr.. Dodd fell from his cab. dead. 1to
news spread rapidly. and officers A.
rived aud ARRESTED Dowdcn. Ho den1oQ
having q pistol. and said. 'If had
obeyed daddy last night. would not have
been i'm this" He was searched. and
a pistol OF Ss-calibre was found. Tho
pistol bad one empty she'll and smelIed
as IL II had just been fred.
RECOGNIZED HIM.
". B. sturdavant was also witness.
He said he lived In Richmond. va,s
and was foreman Of the Pullman Palaces
Car Company. He was passengoE
on the train, scheduled to leave here
for Portsmouth. Some one told him the
engineer had been killed. He saw
the body. and heard given descr1p-
ton OF the man who had killed him. Az
he went back to get on tho train .
negro stepped UP behind him on the
platform. He asked him what be want
ed. and he said he was going to Hem
derson. Witness told him that train
went TO Portsmouth, and that he had
better get OF. He then showed him on.
The train was just beginning to movo-
As soon as witness showed the man on,
he noticed he answered the descriptions
of the negro who. 1t was said, had shot
Dodd. witneks got on and ran back
and about this time the negro was ~
rested by a colored officer.
The verdict Of the jury was that En-'
gineer Dodd came to his death by pistol-
shot wound from pistol In the hardg
of Henry Dowden. The prisoner mado
a rambling statement. after being c1n-
toned by Solicitor Daniel, but his state
ment only helped to strengthen the tcs-
timony for the State.
GREAT EXCITEMENT.
The town has been much excited all
day, and only the law-abidlng spirit OF
our citizens prevented Judge Lynch from
stepping In upon the tragic scene. Mr.,
Dodd was one Of the most highly esteem
ed engineers on the road. and leaves
a wife and several children, who reside
at Portsmouth.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23
PROVISION FOR ALL.
Stanton viii Take Good Care Of tht
Democratic State Convention.
HER HOTEL FACILITIES GOOD.
besides Restaurants and boarding.
Houses, school-Buildfngs VIII BE
Brought Into Use-The Appoint-
ment Of Delegates.

The seiection Of Staunton al the
place for holding the State Democratic
Convention meets with very general ap-
proval, and the first Thursday In June
will find assembled in the beautiful VAL
ley town one Of the largest and most
representative gatherings Of Democrats
ever held In Virginia
The only objection raised to the con-
vention going to Staunton was based on
the apprehension that a city Of 1000 in
habitants could hardly take care OF as
many visitors as are expected on this
interesting occasion; but the committee
representing the businessmen OF the
place gave the State Committee salts
factory assurance that ample provision
can and will be made.
And there Is no doubt that this
promise will be kept although the num-
Der to be accommodated will probably
reach 1900 or $500, and public and private
buildings ordinarily used for other pur-
poses will have to be brought into re-
QUESTION.
THE HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS.
The Staunton people were determined
to capture the convention, and proceeded
| in a businessike way toward the accom-
| plishment of that purpose. Now, having
| won the honor. they propose to do them
| selves credit. and entertain their guests
so that all who attend the great political
meeting win want to come again. The
convention will be held in Columbian
| Hall, which, II is thought, can. by a
| little crowding. be made to hold $500
| or 5000 persons. Staunton has five hotels,
| all of which will be arranged to enter
| tain as many guests as can be made COM
Portable. These are the Virginia. with
its annex; the Eakleton, the Hoover
House, the Central, and the Hotel Ka-
iorama. Besides these, there are a num-
Der Of restaurants and large boarding
houses and restaurants. among them the
Highland House, Kenney's Restaurant,
and Tom. Kibligan's and John Burns's.
and the large buildings Of the Methodist
School, the Lutheran School, and one
OF the other schools, all Of which have
ample sleeping accommodations. will be
at the disposal of the Committee Of Ar
rangements. The schools will have closed
by that time. The citizens will also
open their houses. IL necessary.
THE NUMBER OF DELEGATES
There are few more attractive places
In Virginia at any time than Staunton,
and this Is especially true in early sum-
mer. 1t is natural therefore TO expect
that the attendance win be large. The
basis of representation adopted--0ne dele
gate for every 100 votes or fraction over
80 cast for Cleveland In 1S92-will al
low the election of 1880 delegates, and
each Of these IL entitled TO an alternate.
The following shows the number of dele
gates that each county and city Is en-
titled to:
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23
BOYDTOy MATTERS.
Com mmissioner's Court - Fine
Uorxes-Business Change.

BoYDTON, VA. February 2--(Spe-
cial.)-In the United States Commissioner
court which was held here yesterday,
Commissioner W. ID. Coleman. OF Dan
VILE presided. The case of X. j. Mont
gomery and p. C. Wright. prominent
citizens OF this county. charged with
conducting a distil.ing business without
having filed the required bond with the
proper authority, was heard. and on mo-
ton of counsel, the accused waived ex-
animation and offered cognizance to ap-
pear before the United states Court IN
Richmond next April District-Attorney'
Captain +. r. LAssiter. OF Petersburg,
appeared for the prosecution. and the
accused were represented by Messrs. X
T. Thorp. e. c. doode. and c. 7. Bas-
kervilie.
Mr.. Thomas +. Goode. Jr.. OF the bank
house OF Williams 8 Goode. has JUST
received from the ShadeIand Pa) stock
farm a very handsome span OF thorougn-
bred horses. which he recently purchased
for a very fancy price. This IS sornd
OF the finest stock that has ever bsen
brought 10 Mecklenburg.
Mr.. c. II. Park has purchased OF Mr.
a. NJ. Brown. Of this place. all OF the
formers mercantile interest here. and
Mr.. Brown has retired from the busi-
ness
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23

GENERAL BRADLEY T. JOHNSON.
museum. that organization undertook a
high and noble work. the consumma-
ton OF which On yesterday was
brilliant climax 10 five years or un-
daunted energy expended in getting the
building into proper condition for the
change from a public-school-house 20 a
place for the reception OF Confederate
relies and records. The ladies OF the
society have done their work well. The
old soldiers may pass away, but their
immortal deeds and the evidences of their
achievements will be preserved In the
old home Of the President OF the Con-
federacy, where they Will remain through
out generations and for all time.
THE FORMAL OPENING.
one o'clock was the hour set for the
mansion 10 be thrown open TO the pub
lie. and the members OF the Con-
federate Memorial Literary Society were
out early arranging articles of furni-
iure, putting UP decorations. and get
ting the various rooms of the building
into readiness for the formal reception
70 commence. BY 80 p. NJ. the visitors
began 20 arrive IN large numbers, and
they fairly poured into the historic
structure Intil 2:30, when the opening
exercises started. The ladies OF the
Memorial Literary Society were at their
posts. the officers being on duty as
reception committee in the main hall. or
the apartment assigned the solid South"
IN this hallway the guests were first
made welcome, and. passing along, they
were extended cordial reception in the
rooms OF the several States. Owing TO
the fact that a large crowd was ex-
pected to throng the building, only a
few OF the relics had been placed In the
rooms. The apartments only contained
the necessary furniture and decorations
70 make them look cosey and comfort
able. and, at the same time. 10 allow
sufficient space for the passing Of spec
tat0rs. on ali sides were appropriate
draperies and decorations Of Confederate
flags. and mantels were banked with
ferns, palms. and cut-flowers OF different
kinds
The dining-room, which has been
given to Virginia, was utilized as a re.
fTeshment-room, and II was generously
patfonlzed. The ladies attended the
table. serving the salads. oysters, and
other delicacies.
DR. HOGES FERVENT PRAYER.
There were present prominent gentle
men and ladies from Hanover, Ches-
ierteld. New Kent. Goochland. and
benrico counties, besides the large con-
tlngeni furnished by Richmond and Man
chester, so that the house was filled with
people When Rev. Dr. Hoses ID. Hoge
arose to offer prayer. Dr. Hoge's invo-
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23
BIG BARN BURNED.
Heavy L0ss-The Narrow Escape -
q Farm Hand.

WOODSTOCK. VA. February z.-(Spe-
cial.)--A large barn belonging to VIII
liam KibIer. who lives two miles west Of
this place, was destroyed by flrs last
night about q o'clock Three horses and
three cows were lost along with about
600 bushels Of corn. 800 bushels Of wheat
a large lot of hay and fodder. and all
the farming implements used on The
well-managed farm. The fire was not dis
covered until 1t had gained considerable
headway. An attempt was made to libe-
rate the stock in the barn. Three horse1
were liberated and Lewis jackson, an
employee on the farm, attempted to
libsrate the remaining three On enter
ing the barn. however. he was kicked in
the stomach by one OF the horses. fallinn
unconscious, unknown to the remainder
OF the rescuing party, a short distance
from the building, and regafned con.
sciousness only In time to escape the
falling structure. The loss is about C,0cQ
with $500 insurance. The origin Of the
fire is unknown. but Is thought to be the
work of an incendiary.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23

HALIFAX, N. g.. February e2.-Ths
Orange Grand Lodge Of Nova Scotia have
passed strong resolutions against any In
reference by the Dominion Government
with Manitoba schools, and calling upon
for parliamentary donors who pledge
themselves to support non-intorferenoa
with the Manitoba school question.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23

Mr.. and Mrs. Bailinxton booth NO
Longer Supreme In America.

NEW YORK, February Accompanies
Ballington Booth and his wife. Maud Ral-
lington Booth. are no longer at the head
Of the American division OF the Salvation
Army and have declined to accept q
foreign appointment. They gave up their
command at midnight on Thursday. The
cause OF the immediate severance OF their
relations with the Salvation Army Of the
United States was peremptory demand
by Commander Herbert Booth. represent
Ing the International headquarters N
London. for the immediate transfer 70
him as commissioner from International
country, which carries with II the title
to all property of the army In the United
States.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23

profit the society over SIS The proceeds
will 90 to the credit Of the organ fund.
The little girl, only months old. OF
Mr.. and Mrs. Dana Johns. died early
this morning. from the effects OF measles.
Mr.. w. T. Clark, OF Keysvil!c, win
preach at Meherrin Baptist church to-
morrow morning. This church Is without
a pastor, and II Is thought that Mr. Clark
will be called to IT,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23

generations. We gather here to-day
with hearts subdued by the tender recol-
lectIons OF the past. and with devout grau-
tude for the mercies OF the present hour.
We recognize Thy kindness In permit
ting the noble women of our South
land to renovate and beautify this build
ing. which we dedicate with these Inn
prcssive ceremonies to all the sorrow
shrouded glories OF our departed Con-
federacy.
I'VE come on this DAY, hallowed as the
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23

the Daughters Of the confederacy, poor
and brief as Il is, would not be inap-
propriste on this occasion.
And now. why IL II wa are here7 What
mas Drought us together? What means
this concourse Of people7 The answer
IL ready upon every tongue. Southern
women's love for the memories of a gene
ration ago; southern women's devotion
to the cause which, though enveloped
In the clouds OF defeat, yet Is circied
by blaze Of glory. has called us
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23

SALEM, VA, February 1.-(Spec1al.)-.
Whilst riding q spirited horss this
morning, Miss Blanche. the B-year-ol6
daughter Of Mrs. Amrnen StariZcy, Of
Catawba, was violently thrown 70 the
ground. and sustained injuries which. q
Is feared, win prove fatal.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23

Will Our Patrons Please Indulge Uss
Will Soon Fiji All Orders.


80 great has been the demand for our
Confederate souvenir. OUR HEROES
AND OUR FLAGS" that we have COM
pIetely overrun the production by the
firm who are executing the work for US.
We will not have another supply until
next week. but we beg our friends to In
dulge US. and we win soon I'LL ali orders.
1t is impossible for US to answer the
hundreds of inquiries from out-of-town
subscribers. so We take this method Of
informing all such that II they will exer-
else little patience all win be served In
good time.
THE DISPATCH COMPANY.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23

4
IrAIR least for Virginia, North Carolina.
y" and South Carolina: Fair bus
partly eloudy; warmer; soutbssly
winds.
The weather Is fair In eastern, northern,
and western districts. The pressure has
fallen in all parts of the country except
in the Central and Rocky Mountain dsss
tsfcts. The centre Of an extensive srem
Of high pressure is on the South Atlantis
coast. The temperature ID now above the
normal west Of the Mississippt and north
of the Ohio. but stu remains below TIA
seasons average in the AtIsntic-coAse
districts.
Fair and warmer weather II indieate9
In the Atlantic-coast districts for es1n-
day. The temperature In these districts
viii eontinue to rise. Farther West fals:
weather, with nearly stationary tsmpefa~
ture, is Indicated.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23

ROANOKE, VA. February z-(spe-
cial.) Birthday wea gene
rally observed here to-day. by the prac-
tical suspension Of business. There were
no public exercises.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23

WASHINGTON, February n-Mn.
Amelia C. Waite, widow of Chief-Justics
Waite. died last night at her residences
In this city.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23

MRS, e~sEPH BRYAN.
"feSldent OF he Confederate Memorial
Literary socIety)
Salion was simple and beautiful. being
s'lNeIed IN hR @Aracterically pathetic
manner IL wAAas follows:
A.mlgiC GodOThou .iyest ard reign-
-, ~ forever more, and with Thee do live
~ ~ soais OF all who, having consecratsd
,s ~ iivts 10 Thy service. died In the
Ts.. us iai'h committing their spirits TO
hands. and their memories 10 cur
!" neAr~' by Thy help we wiz be faithful
~. 'ns sacred trust We win perpotDate
=. s'ofy Of fheir virtue. valor. and psety
precious legacy 10 Al succeeding
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-23

When the applause which followed the
distinguished orator subsided. General
johnson arose. nadc graceful recogri-
ton. and said:
Ladies OF the confcdefate Memorial
Literary Society, Friends. and Fellow
Confederates. Men and Women:
po-day commentaries the 'thirty-ffth
anniversary Of the inaukure ton Of the
lcoNcLuDED on x1Yru PAdEa
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1896-05-13
MARvIN's TwELFTH BIRTHDAY.
Interesting Celebration by the
Sunday school.

The 18th anniversary of the Marvin
church Sunday school was celebrated last
night at the church on West Broad street.
the services beginning at S:15 o'clock The
exercises began with the professional
hymn, followed by the presentation of
banners by the different classes. There
were twelve or fifteen handsome banners,
and they formed a pretty sight as they
were carried up by the children and grace
fully arranged.
Besides the banners. the church was
beautifully decorated for the occasion
with an abundance of flowers and ever
green's including large and handsome
floral cross, one of the prettiest designs
seen in a long time. After the scripture
lesson by the pastor and the creed and
prayer, came the anniversary dialogue, by
Josie Creamer, Bessie Sanders, Percy
Burke and Harry Dreamer This was one
of the bright and interesting features. The
Soldiers Cradel Hymn, by Ola Knight
of Jerusalem" was sung by fifteen little
girls. A very pretty recitation, III Give
You Chance, was rendered by Frances
Grayson. The recitation Vacant Phases
by Lee Gullford, was much enjoyed. The
emblem exercise, by twenty young people
was one OF the brightest and prettiest
features of the evening. The Sleeping
Sentinel was admirably recited by Miss
After a very attractive exercise by the
infant class, and the song Il am the Way
lIe SuptIlllt ilu6lts MI James l.. 0lIlS-
tian, read his report. The superintendent
report showed on the roll nine officers,
fourteen teachers and 246 scholars. Regu-
lar weekly sessions Of the school have been
held during me year Since March 10, 1895,
there has been collected 1854 and expend-
ed Sl1s4. leaving a balance on hand of
$79.9. The class Of c. T. Has
kell contributed the largest amount
S50.72. but was closely followed by Miss
Frances Bryan's class which contributed
$50.06, the difference being only &C cents.
The dialogue Little Mimics" by Ruby
Sanders and Susie Sheppard was a very
pretty feature of the programme. Excep-
tionally well rendered was the recitation
81 wish ! was grown up" by Willie
Knight. The entire congregation was de-
lighted with his bright rendition. After the
song What VIII you do with Jesus" an
interesting original essay on the fourth
commandment was read by Miss Viola
srate The address to the school was by
the pastor, Rev. E. r. Morgan, who di-
rected his remarks especially to the chill
dren and those who have charge of their
training. After the doxolgy and benedic-
ton the school was dismissed. This was
declared the brightest and most attractive
anniversary celebration Marvin Sunday
school has yet had.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1896-05-13

as chose OF Monday and Tuesday nights.
Preparations are already being made for
the nl- parade tomorrow afternoon.
which wll undoubtedly be the largest
savannah has seen iu ten years or more.
The Insurance agents have all agreed 70
close tlalr Offices to-day. tomorrow and
Friday 40 o'ciock il order 20 give thelr
employees am opportunity OF participating
in the festivities. and the association this
morning publishes an appeal 80 the rail-
roads and merchants Of the city asking
Lncin 10 give their employees "a half hou-
lay tomorrow afternoon. in order that
me mllltary men may be able 10 partfei-
pa-e ln me parade, and the others may
nave am opportunity Of seeing the show
ne board made the same appeal for Mon
aay afternoon, but few Of the merchants
closed their doors al that time. The re-
quest ls made COW for the benefit OF the
celebration and Of the city. and 1T is earn
s-ly hoped that in so far as 1t 4 post
DIE 20 DO so, the merchants and railroad
com panles VIII accede 10 IT,
Col. W. W. Gordon has issued orders
lor lle assembling of the First regiment
cavalry at 3:f5 O'Clock Tomorrow sfre--
noon 10 take part in the joint parade
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1896-05-13
WE'LL PLEASED WITH MAY WEEK.
Pres. LOvenstein on the t. +. As
View of the Situation

President Joseph Lovensteln Of the
Travellers Protective Association is highly
gratihed with the results OF May week so
far, and with the outlook for its continued
success.
1--WE are not doing any extensive enter
tanning as a body" he said yesterday.
but each man Is looking we'll after his
own customers and giving him the best
the city affords. We are highly gratified
with the class Of people that are coming
mere this year. The best class OF mer-
chants and farmers from the country,
from towns, and many from cities are
mere and 1 think altogether il is the best
May week crowd / have ever seen in Sa-
Nannah. The travelling men are doing
their part by their customers, and there
are none OF the visitors who are not well
pleased that they came. The crowd is
gong 10 De the biggest we have ever seen,
ana there Is only one thing that was left
undone that might have increased ii.
There were many people who would have
come IN from neighbOring states If they
100 had been given the benefit Of the
one-cent rate. I have no doubt, however.
that the association did the best IL could
in this matter, but I have heard from
many people in Florida and South Caro-
lima, as well, who would have been here
could they have secured a one-cent rate.
I have no doubt, however, as TO the sue
cess of the celebration. While we have no
open house this year, we are taking care
OF our people well, and they will all want
to come again"
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1896-05-13
WOULD BE A DEMOCRAT HIMSELF.
Mayor Scott of Aurora, I'LL, Some
thing of a philosopher.

Mayor L. X Scott of Aurora, Ill. and
Chief of Police H. F. Demmer of the same
place are in the city, having come down
to see the AURORA Zouaves drill and en-
courage them with their presence. They
called at the city exchange yesterday and
were pleasantly received by Mayor Myers.
They were afterwards shown around the
city by Chief McDermoJJ. Both gentlemen
expressed themselves as well pleased with
what they had seen of Savannah and the
courteous treatment shown them here. In
talking with a Morning News reporter
Mayor Scott said that he had never under
stood before why the southern people are
all democrats.
1T comes so natural for us to be repub-
leans up north" said he, that / never
could understand why there were not
more white republicans in the south.
can see the reason now, though. You have
got to stand together; if you don't the
negroes will rule you. Most northern men
whom ] have met in the south are demo-
Gratis, and if ! were to stay here 1 have no
doubt would be one myself"
Mayor Scott said that the people of
Aurora are very proud of the zouaves and
the business men Of the city responded
readily when it was known that the COM
pany wanted to make the trip to Savan-
nah.