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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-20
ALLEGED CROOKS IN COURT.
Their Cases Continued for Several
Days-Other Matters.

Mayers Marshall and Charles Wilson,
the two alleged crooks who were arrested
by the Richmond detectives on board the
Bryan train Friday evening. were prison.
ers In the Police Court yesterday morn
ing. charged with being suspicious charac-
ters. Their cases we're continued TO the
z3d. to allow plenty of time for photo
graphing and give Mr.. Bryan a chance
10 get ahead
Case of Frank II. Rahm, charged with
threatening TO strike j. g. Pollard, was
called but continued until next Tuesday.
The case had attracted some attention,
and a number OF persons were present TO
witness fle proceedings.
The gentlemen are interested in law
suit. and came 10 blows on Friday while
talking over the matter in the office Of
Mr.. Rahm's counsel.
The case against Samuel Wise, the old
negro who was arrested for working a
disabled mule. was dismissed Wise
proved that the mule did not belong 10
him and he only hired IL from John
Kelley. His Honor directed that the
animal be taken TO Mr. Kelley and turned
over to him with instructions not 10
work It. Agent Taylor delivered the or
der and Mr.. Kelley declared that he had
not seen the team for eighteen months.
lie agreed with the officer that the mule
was unfit for work, and consented to
have it put out Of its misery. Agent
Taylor accordingly killed the mule.
The case against Annie Rooney
(colored), charged with attempting 10
set fire to house No. 1431 east Franklin
street, was dismissed. Annie was only
in the next room.
John Thompson (colored) was fined $50
for carrying concealed weapons.
George Cogbill. the sailor charged with
betraying Miss Lena Robinson, under
promise Of marriage, was discharged, the
marriage having taken place.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-20
BERRYVILLE ELECTION.
Municipal Officers Elected-Bryan
and sewaiI Club.

ana seWuti tiuHs
BERRYVILLE, VA, September 10
0special)-At an election held here on
Thursday the following municipal Off
GERS were elected: Mayor. Matthew Pull
liams; Recorder, Doras II. Jones; Council
men, II. w. Baker, Z. ]. Afiieck. James
l.. Russell, and Louis V. Stole.
A Bryan and Sewall club has been or
ganized at Gaylord. with Mr.. John r..
Castleman as president and a member
ship OF thirty-six. A similar club has
been organized at Boyce with a large
membership.
Miss Lily Irene Derry and Mr. William
Rinker. both of Clarke county, were
quietly married in Berryville Thursday
evening. The ceremony was performed
by Rev. Julian Broaddus, Of the Baptist
Church.
Misses Griffith, Of Montgomery county,
Md, who have been visiting Miss Nellie
Griffith, left Friday for their home.
Mr.. and Miss Walker, Of Washington,
ID. c., are the guests of Mr.. Joseph L.
Griffith.
Miss Ida Glover left Wednesday for
Missouri to visit friends. She expects
TO be absent all winter.
Mrs. John Jay and Miss Kate Sewers,
OF Baltimore. are visiting MIR. II H.
Smith.
MIR. Heath Brosius, OF Baltimore. Is
visiting friends in town.
Rev. j. e. Evans. OF Washington, ID.
G. formerly pastor Of the Methodist
Episcopal church of this place, Is visiting
friends In the county.
AIessrs. Louis Schener and 9. Il. Palm
baum spent several days In Baltimore
this week.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-20
COLLEGE, no orEN THURSDAY.
The Facilities Better This Year Than
Ever Before.


The siXty-fourth session Of Richmond
College opens Thursday Of this week. AL
ready students. both new and old, have
commenced TO arrive, and the prospects
are good for a full attendance. Wednes-
DAY and Thursday will be devoted 10 ma
circulation Of students. Friday all classes
viii meet. and lessons will be assigned
for the next week Regular ciass-work
viii begin on Monday.
Among the special features Of the ap-
proaching session may be mentioned the
newly-arranged course in general history.
20 be taught by Professor MITCHELL the
improved facilities for laboratory work:
the elevation Of Professor John y. Minor
q a fuli professOrship in the Law SCHOOL,.
and the enlarged boarding arrangements.
These Increased facilities for Instruction,
together with th& numerous repairs TO the
buildings made during the summer, add
greatly TO the attractions Of the institu-
iiOn. President Boatwrieht Is determined
that every feature OF college work shah
be kept fully abreast OF the highest
modern standards.
On Thursday evening there VIII be ap-
propriate exercises in the Thomas Memo
rial Han, when the students Will be well
coined 10 the college. and the city. Hon.
J. l.. NJ. Curry and other distinguished
speakers have been invited 20 take part
On friday and Saturday evenings the Mu
Sigma Eho and phiiologian Literary So
cieties VIII hold their annual reunions.
on ''~"dsv evening the College Young
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-20
Attacked n Railroad Conductor.

BLACKSTONE VA, September S.-
(Speciai)-On Wednesday evening an ex-
citing scene occurred on the west-bound
Norfolk and Western train between
Blackstone and Crewe. A negro. named
Amos Epes, drew his pistol on Conductor
Atwel, but was arrested by the captain
and fagman without any shots being
fred Epes was tied with a bell cord,
and brought here. where he was confined
until to-day. He was given hearing
before Magistrate X. 7. Jones, and nned
S35 and costs.
The Petersburg Convocation VIII meet
IN the Episcopal church OF this place on
October 18th
Mrs. S. G.. Auspach, OF Lexington, wife
of Professor Auspach, Of Hoge Academy.
arrived here Thursday.
Hon. ]. +. Epes. Captain j. nj. Harris.
and DR.. w. V. Atkins. and others heard
Bryan In Richmond last night.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-20
WILL BE REPAIRED.
THE OLD TOWER on JAMESTOWN
ISLAND.
The News In the Ancient Capital
Work on Bruton Parish Church
A Fine Farm sold-Personnls and
Briefs.

WILLIAMSBURG. VA. September ls.-
Especial. ut Ia stated here that work on
the old church tower at jamestown will
soon commence. Besides putting thick
coat of cement over the tops OF the old
walls, to prevent them from further decay
number Of stout iron rods will be used to
secure the old tower against spreading.
The work will be done by the association
owning the church site, and under the
direction Of q competent New York archi-
tect
The crack In the wall on the front OF
last attended to, and the repair to the
brlckwork in the old building is nearly
finished. On Monday morning force oil
carpenters will be put to work. to be foi-
lowed by the painters and timers. NO
services have been held in the old build
ing during the work Of repair, and II will
be some time yet before the church VIII
be opened
FARM SOLD.
Mr.. Hiram Lefevre yesterday sold his
fine farm near Kelton@ Station, named
gan. The new purchaser will make many
improvements, and will engage largely III
the trucking business.
Mr.. r. K.Cralle, Of Norfolk, IS at the
Colonial Inn, accompanied by his beauti-
full and charming wife (nee Vaughan, OF
this place. and her mother, Mrs. Charles
Jordan, of Norfolk.
Mr. Alva r. Smith, after very success
full hunt In the neighborhood OF Coleman S
creek. returned hoNe yesterday. Dir.
Smith killed a number Of sora, and re-
ports the marsh full of them, and the
birds In good condition.
Captain Minter Brooks. OF Richmond,
with Editor" Johnson, OF the Williams
burg Gazette, drove from Richmond down
here in the Captains buggy. The weather
was so hot they took 1t slowly. arriving
here late this evening.
PERSONAL.
The Misses Angle. of Richmond, who
have been making q visit to friends here,
have returned home much delighted with
their trip to the old town.
Mrs. r. NJ. Smith and her guests. Misses
Cora and Estelle Smith, who have been
summering on Little Johns Island, Me-,
will return home about the last OF the
month.
Mr.. John w. Cloves. OF Richmond, ac-
companied by several friends, Will be
here during the coming week to hunt
SOFA.
Miss Laura Hammond. OF James City,
is visiting Judge and Mrs. r. l.. Henley
at their beautiful home. "Wheatland.'
DR.. r. G.. Booth, the owner OF that Ia
nous and beautiful estate on James river
known as the Grove" Is now OFT on
business trip to Nottoway, where the
Doctor owns valuable farm, besides
being largely interested in several busi-
ness enterprises at Blackstone.
Mr.. S. G. Carlton, who resides near
,Kelton, is electing very neat residence
on his place, which he hopes to have
completed by October.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-20
NELSON DEMOCRATS.
The Campaign OPened-Great En-"
tbusiasm for Free silver.

ALTON, VA, September l9.-(Special)-
Ever since the war this part OF Mel
son county has been a Republican
stronghold Five years ago the record
was broken, and year after year the De-
mocrats of this precinct have met the
enemy, held theiq own, and every now
and then made inroads.
Last night at Hebron witnessed the
singular meeting of two political fac
tions, both claiming to be OF good Demo
Gratis, arrayed against each other
The political campaign is practically
opened Mr.. Massle, Of the Mountain Top,
represented the boilers, and Mr.. S. Il.
Whitehead, of Nelson. free silver"
There are some gold-bugs about
Alton, but the silverites led of with a
whoop. Mr. Massie's speech was calm.
solid. and careful in statistics, but the
enthusiasm OF the crowd was evident
ly for land FROM tho silverites, and they
greeted Mr.. Whitehead with much ap-
plause.
Dr. w. L. Williams also spoke on the
"sllver" side A large crowd, including
many ladies', were out, and the greatest
good feeling prevailed.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-20
DOCTORS WILL MEET.
ASSOCIATION OF GYNEcoLoGIsTs
a oBsTETRICIANs TO ASSEMBLE.
CONVENE AT THE JEFFERSON TUESDAY
rho visitor. VIII lie Entertained by
Local Members OF the Assocfntion,
rud VIII Themselves Give an Ele-
giant banquet.
CANT banquet.

nav after tomorrow Richmond will be
Invaded by one OF the most notable bodies
~ men who have met here in years. The
American Association Of Gynecologists
and Obstetricians. a scientific organiza-
ton. including in its ranks some OF the
most eminent physicians in the United
states. will hold its annual convention
here. and will be entertained by the medl-
cal fraternity of tlis city.
The visiting physicians. about sixty IN
number. viii reach here tomorrow Night
and will be Quartered at the Jeiiersoh'
They will hold their meetings at this hos
telry. and will remain here for three days
They will assemble on Tuesday morning
when the president OF the association Dr'
Potter. Of Buffalo. will deliver his annual
address. Various papers on female
diseases VIII be read. That night the
visitors will be rendered IA reception py
DIS. Hugh N. Taylor and Edward NC
Guire at DR.. Taylor's residence, on 8lI'h
street. $500,
shortly after noon on "Wednesday
luncheon wiz be rendered the meinoeIS
of the association at the Westmoreianu'
when they will be the guests Oh the pro
fegsion i'm this city. That night the an
nual banquet Of the association VIII De
held AT the Jefferson. at which the kich-
uond physicians will be the guests OF
the visitors. This banquet win be an ele-
CANT AFFAIR. and a most interesting to"s'
lst is IN course Of preparation.
on Thursday evening Dr. George ben
Johnston will entertain the members OF
the association at his residence. on east
Grace street
ThS Chesapeake and Ohio Railway
Company has rendered the physicians
spcclal train over their line, and they
win 20 on "a trip to Hot Springs va
leaving here at 1920 A. NJ. on FRIDAY:
They will stop over three and haIl
hours at the University Of Virginia ana
WIN make a trip to Monticello TO view the
tomb of Jefferson Al the Hot Springs
they will scatter, returning TO their re-
spective homes.
Drs. George Ben. Johnston, Edward
NcGuire. and Hugh Mcclure are the only
local members OF the association. and as
such they have charge OF the arrange
ments here for the meeting. DR.. G. w.
= Brock. chief surgeon OF the Chesa-
reake and Ohio. win be In charge OF lhe
Hot Springs excursion. and he VIII also
he the presiding genius at the Westmore-
land luncheon.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-20
TO HAVE A GOLF COURSE.
MIR. Thfermnnn Has One Built Mt
Lakeside Pnrk.

Mr.. Anton II. Thiermann has added an
other interesting feature to the many
attractions ct Lakeside Park by the
building of a golf course. Mr.. William
H.. Tucker. one Of the professional golfers
Of the St. Andrews Golf Club, of Yonk-
n-the-Hudson, superintended the ar
rangement of the grounds, and while
here spoke very enthusias Ideally in refe-
renee to the situation Of the course.
Mr.. Thiermann said yesterday. In con-
versation with q Dispatch reporter, that
he would have the course sown in grass
seed and that it would be in readiness
and condition for play Dy next fail. The
game will, of course, attract much at
tention. and IL is expected that many OF
the athletically inclined young men or
this city will become members of the
club. Games will also be played by ex-
pert golfers, and the lovers of outdoor
amusements will have an opportunity TO
witness the royal and ancient game
that is now SO popular in many northern
cities.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-20
scorrsvILLE NOTES.
Cnntnin Lamb to Speak There-The
Dispatch Commended.

scoT-rsyILLE. VA. September 49,
fssnectai I've have had three big rains
mi. week-one last night. The weather
continues very hot-real July weather.
The entertainment given by the Green
Mountain Club at Scottsyille Hall on
Thursday night was quite a success.
The ladies OF the Baptist church, VINO
had the refreshment table, did very well.
Rev. F. s. Stickney and wife returned
10 their home in your city. Our people
were delighted with Mr. Suckney as an
eminent divine and most genial. Chris
tian gentleman.
Nr V. Pereira. proprietor Of the
Fidelity Bank Of this place. leaves to-
morrow for St Louis. Mo-. TO attend
tho American Bankers Association, and
wilt be absent one week.
NIiss Rose 8. Farrar, who has been
confined to her bed with fever and bron-
cbitIs about two weeks, Is improving
slowly.
Miss Orie Moon. who has been sick with
fever several weeks. IA convalescing.
Our people are highly pleased with the
Disnatch editorial OF the 18th. headed,
LET the Times Answer" They say 1t
is a weIl-timed rebuke OF the Times and
OF Mr.. NJ Z. ingalls,.
Captain John G. Lamb, Democratic
nominee for Congress in the Richmond
District has been invited here by the
Scottsville Bryan. Sewall, and Hay Club.
and will address them on September 2ath.
Captain Lamb is well known here. being
a brother of Mrs. General j. c. Hill.
Mr.. Frank C. Moon. who has been at
Buffalo Springs, sick. for week past,
will return here this afternoon.
The damages done TO the residence OF
Miss Edmonia Moon some time ago have
been repaired. and she has moved into
II. The insurance company paid the
loss.
So far the sufferers by the recent rob-
berries here have heard OF no direct clew
towards finding out the perpetrators.
A good many who attended the Bryan
speaking in your city last night returned
to-day. perfectly enthusiastic over the
Nebraskan.
Mrs. John L. Brady. the venerable
widow OF ]. L. Brady. OF this place, Is
quite I'll at her home here.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-20
FUSION IN PERSON.
Ticket Agreed On by Democrats and
Popu1ists.

ROXBORO'. n. c., September 1s--
fsneclal 1.-THE Populist convention mat
here to-day and fused with the Demo-
Gratis and filed out the ticket as left
for them by the Democratiu party. The
ticket named is strong one, and in
sures the county for Bryan and Kitchen
DIR. Dalby, who was nominated at Dur
ham by the Populists' convention on
Thursday. was present to-day. and was
tbe most lonesome. woe-begone-looking
man I ever saw. The Populists left him
entirely alone, not even calling on him
for n speech. One Of the most infuen-
tial PopuIists said to-day that he would
not poll nine votes IN the county. Kitch-
en- and silver will carry the day.
While there are a number OF gold men
here, every one. without an exception
Win support thu party nominees
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-20

Mems Christian Association will organize
for the session work. and speeches Will be
made by several Of the Richmond pastors.
After the public exercises. which VIII be
held in the college chapel, refreshments
will be served TO students In the college
refectory. on Tuesday evening the chapel
will be filled with gymnasts and their
friends, who will assemble TO witness ex-
ercises connected with the opening OF the
college gymnasium. Instructor o. Il.
owens will be In charge. and Professor Z.
NJ. Hazen and others will take part. This
will close the public exercises OF the week,
and the gayety OF the newcomers VIII
give place TO the steady routine OF class
duties
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-20
THE srCRAW MURDER.
The Duncan Brothers Arrested and
Refused $50, 900 Bail.

WINSTON, n. c., September i9.-(Spe-
cial.)-Calvin and oliver Duncan, brothers
and members OF one OF Allegheny coun.
tvs best families, were brought here and
placed in Jail last night for safekeeping
They are charged with being implicated
in the murder of Scott McCraw, jailer OF
Allegheny, several weeks ago. Inc
brothers, with their friends, offered TO put
whom they appeared, refused TO bail
them. The men will have to remain here
until March before they are tried.
The Democratic Senatorial Convention
for the Twenty-sxth District was held al
Lexington to-day The district Is CON-
nosed of Forsyth. Davidson, and Rowan
counties d. r. Julian. OF Rowan. was
only nominated. The convention favored
cooperation, and left the second nomines
for the Populists to name
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-20
LOUDOUN HORSE SHOW.
The Prizes Awarded-A Farm Sold In
That County.

LEESBURG, VA, September is.-CSpe-
cial.)-The horse show at Hamilton's this
week was pronounced success. The at
tendance was large, and the premiums
awarded were liberal.
First and second premiums were award
ed in the several classes.
The nice little farm OF Mrs. Mary A.
Furr, near Hughesville. in beautiful sec
ton of thio county, containing log acres.
was sold this week for $500. James Nc
Daniel being the purchaser.
Mr.. and Mrs. Lucian b. Tatum have as
their guests at their summer home, Fruit
land" Mrs. Balmer. Miss Stringfellow.
and Mr.. Arthur s. Wiley. of Richmond.
Miss Maggie Lee, of Richmond. who re-
turned from her trip to Europe on the
4th instant. has Joined her sisters. who
have been spending the summer here at
'sThe Inn"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-20
ITEMS CLEANED DOWN IN FULTON
Antique Party of the Social Club
Personal Notes.

Personal Notes.
The Powhatan Social Club gave an
antique party" Wednesday evening
in honor OF Miss Clara Fletcher, Of
Norfolk Dancing was INDUCED In
until a late hour. when sumptuous
repast was served. The prizes were
carried or by Mss Maggie Mcnamara
and Mr.. Lawrence c. Haake. Among
those present were Misses Clara
Tetcher Clorfolk). Erma Elliott, Nellie
Ilufy. Maggie MCNAMARA. Celia Bowen,
Mamie Bagley, Mamie Mcmahon, Mag
gle Healy. Annie Bagley, Mary Gallery,
Rosa Duffy. Minnie Finnegan; Messrs.
Frank CampadOnica. NJ. Wiley Laurence,
John Raffo. John Duffy, Chris. and Henry
Manning. Hansford Mitchell. Claiborne
Eppr. John Roach. Guy Mosby, John
T1ubraD. Charles billiard, Charles Greer,
Edward Morecock Eddie Bagley, John
Dodre Lawrence Haake. John Brophy.
George Burress. and Edward Mitchell.
The chaperons We're Mrs. Childress and
Mrs Wood The party was the most
. elegant OF its kind held this season.
Miss Minnie Finnesan, Of Pocahontas,
easily was the belle Of the evening. Mr..
Lawrence Haake, as John Smith, also
made "a hit in his makeup All who par
tic.p1ted enjoyed themselves much, and
an elegant collation. was served about u
O'Clock.
The orraniza, ION and initial meeting of
the Bryan -Sewali-Iamb Club at Boltzs
Hall last Monday night was a great sue
scss AFTER election Of officers, the sec
retary read the names of the prospective
members. and the list included almost
every individual present. The number
preseut must have been at least 100.
Speeches were made by Captain
lamb w. NJ Cohling MIR. Richard
Frayser, als Mr. 5. r. Waddill. The
speakers were loudly applauded, and Cap
tain Lamb made even more friends by
his speech than ho possessed before.
The Black Creek Baptist church IS
carrying on very successful revival
Rev. W. =. Tyler the pastor. Is assist
"a by Rev. y. Il. Throcknorton, OF Full
ton Twenty-Five have Joined the church
already, while ihany more conversions
have resulted.
Misses Matte Seay and Anne Ball have
returned from a pleasant sojourn in the
mountains OF Virginia.
Row j. r. Harrison. pastor OF Fulton
Baptist church, win preach this afternoon
at $3.50 O'clock IN the new Montrose cha
pei near the Government road. This viii
be the first service held I'm the church.
Mr. Thomas $. Rogers who lived just
below here IN the county died last Tues
day His funeral services were held at
Laurol-Hin church.
Mr. William Fonto has returned home,
nftcr a visit Of several weeks down South.
AIR. James Conway and Mr.. Michael
Mcnamara have returned from a busi-
ness trip 10 Newport News.
Mrs JONES =. Grady IS quite i'll at her
residence. on Denny street.
Mrs. George r. Barksdale has returned
after long continued visit TO friends in
Halifax and Charlotte counties.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-20
Roanoke Races.

ROANOKE, VA. September ls.-(spe-
cial) THE races at the Lake and Driving
Park this evening were well attended,
but, owing to heavy rain and thunder
storm only two OF the five on the pro-
gramme were run.
The first was a half-miIe t.otting race.
class 2:4S, for a purse of $40 Only three
horses were entered. 1t resulted: Bill
Nye. of Roanoke. first; Guy Fly. Of Rich
mond. second; Giles, Of Roanoke, third.
Time. 1:26 SIS
The second was a running race, five
eights Of a mile heats, for a purse OF $50.
Three horses were entered. Ii resulted:
Duke of Kent, of Richmond. first; Hay
tine. of Danville. second. and Petersburg.
Of Salisbury. third. Time. 1IO
Owing to the storm and the condition
of the track the rest of the programme
was postponed till next Saturday after
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-20
COLD WEATHER COMING.
Temperature 20 Degrees In tho
Northwest.

Northwest.
WASHINGTON, September 1.-THE
Weather Bureau furnishes the following
special bulletin 10 the press:
A decided fall OF 20 to % degrees Ia the
temperature during the past twenty-four
hours has given the lowest temperatures
ever reported in this decade in the Upper
Missouri Valley, and at Duluth. A tenn
perature OF q degrees Is reported at Bis
marck and one of "a degrees at Huron.
Killing frosts were reported this MORN
ing at Miles City, Moe Lead. Huron, and
Valentine; heavy frosts at North Platte
and Duluth; light frosts at ST. Paul ana
Des Moines. 1t is probable that on Sun
day morning this cool wave VIII give
killing frosts and as low, IL not lower.
temperatures than ever before noted in
Lower Michigan, Indiana, Illinois. Mis-
souri,, Oklahoma, and the Indian Terri
tory. although the present temperature
is quite high.
Monday morning, severe killing frosts
will probably be experienced in West
New York. West Pennsylvania, Ohio,
West Virginia, Kentucky. Arkansas.
Northern Texas, and Tennessee, and the
northern portions OF Mississippi and
Louisiana. Special warnings have been
sent to all these regions, and these have
been widely distributed through the post
Offices.