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The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1896-10-15
"An Very Well For wolselcy."


"Any eomplaints?' asked the orderly
officer of SOME men who We're about To
begin their dinner in certain barrack
room.
Eyes, sir, instantly exclaimed a
raw recruit. The beef an bacon III this
ere Irish ash amt fir the likes of us to
eat, an / wish 10 report it. ="
The doctor was sent for to inspect the
food
80 you think this meat isn't fit tor
IMAM IN your position to eat sud he.
"Allow me TO tell you that greater men
than ever you will be have eaten II
Even Lord Nalseley, our present com
mander III chief, WASH t above eating II
in the Crimea and made many hearty
meal OF il. .
"Oh, did he?e said our oyermce IL.
cruit
Yes, he cid replied the surgeon.
"OE, well, relorted the man, lit
was all very well for Wolseley, cause
She meat would lie fresh an good then
You see, sir, its IA long time since that
ere Crimee job, an it cant he expected
to keep good all these years. London
Answers.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1896-10-15
HOW ALLSPlCE GROWS.



grant Pmento Tree.
The pimonto or allspice tree Is cult
waited in the West Indies and Jamaica
This beautiful tree usually grows to
height of about 80 feet 1t has straight
trunk, much branched above, and COW
cred with very smooth brown bark
The leaves vary in size and shape, but
are always of dark, shining green
color During the months of July and
August the tree is in full bloom, tho
blossoms consisting OF very fragrant,
small, white flowers.
When new plantation of pimento
trees is to be formed, no regular sowing
next to impossible to propagate the
young plants or to raise them from
seeds III parts of the country where they
are not found growing spontaneously.
Usually piece of land is selected either
close to plantation already formed or
in part of the woodland where pimen-
to trees are growing i'll native state.
The chosen piece of land is then cleared
of all Wood except these trees, and the
felled timber is allowed to remain on
the ground for the purpose of protecting
the very young pimento plants.
AT the end Of two years the land is
thoroughly cleared, and only the most
vigorous pinento trees aud plants are
left standing. The plants come to ma
turity iii about seven years.
In favorable seasons the pimento crop
is enormous single tree often yielding
u hunared CT more pounds of the dried
spice. The berries are picked while
green, because if left ON the tree until
ripe they lose their pungent taste and
are valueess The green berries are ex-
posed to tie sun for week OF ten days,
when they lose their green color and
turn IA reddish brown. When perfectly
dry, they are put in bags and casks for
expectation.
The odor and the taste of the pimento
berries are thought TO resemble IA com
bination of those Ct cinnamon, nutmeg
and cloves; hence the familiar name
"allspiee. o-Philadelphia Times.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1896-10-15
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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-10-30
THEY SEE 1T ABROAD.
Brynn's Election Looks Probable "a
Iondoners-FrcVVen Report.

LONDON. October 29.-The Times. In
an article on the presidential campaign
in the United States. says:
Of Senator Jones. Mr.. Daniel j. Cam
pau. respectively, chairmen Of the Demo-
cratic National Committee and the Ma
tional Campaign Committee, and other
Democratic magnates. are correct in their
figures. it is conclusive that Mr.. Bryan
will be elected. Mr. Campau estimates
that 292 Bryan electoral votes will be
cast by thirty-three States, including
Indiana. Michigan, Illinois, Iowa, and
Minnes0ta-all Of which the Republicans
think are safe IT, therefore, the State
Of New York persists in the belief that
Mckinley Will be elected. it is not for
the want Of warning. If the East is
blind. II is wilfully blind. A shTewd
observer in Chicago thinks that the pre-
valent Bryan demonstrations mean Bryan
votes"
Mr. Moreton Frewen. the English eco
nomist and bimetallist. who is now in
America, writes to the Times that ne
has seen and heard all of the leading men
on both sides, and hnds that through
out Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan the
Republican farmers are working heart
and soul for Bryan. Mr.. Frewen writes
that he Is convinced that Bryan viii also
carry all of the Southern States. with
the possible exception Of Maryland and
Delaware. and an Of the fer Western
states, except Oregon and Wyoming.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-10-30
CHIME OF WEDDING BELLS.
Marriages I'm and Around the Ola
DurG.


FREDERICKSBURG. VA, October
29.-(special)-Miss Margaret Corbin
Goodrich. OF this place, and Mr.. Danlei
Johnson. Of Washington, were married
at the Methodist church here last night
at s o'clock. Rev. s. G.. Ferguson per-
formed the ceremony. The church was
very prettily decorated with cut-howers
evergreens. and autumn leaves or Varl-
Gus colors and packed with a large au-
dience Miss Carry NJ. McCracken was
maid OF honor and Mr.. Daniei Johnson
nephew OF the groom, best man. After
the marriage n reception was held at the
residence Of Mrs Mary McCracken, 10
which were invited the attendants ana
a few intimate friends The bride ana
groom left at o'clock for Washington
their future home. carrying with them
the good wishes Of a host of friends.
Miss Bette 4. Hart, Of this place, ana
Mr. Pearson T.. PAYNE. Of Caroline. were
married at the residence Of Rev. Deca-
tur Edwards, the officiating clergyman
last night at o'clock.
Mr. John 4. Hall. OF Stafford. and MISS
BERTHE c. Beverley, OF Spotsylvania, were
married at the residence Of the brides
father Captain +. c. Beverley. yester-
day afternoon.
Three marriages were solemniZed at
Stafford Courthouse yesterday. Rev. l..
Fox was the officiating clergyman. The
scenes and Incidents OF the day are said
to have been extremely interesting 1t
was family affair. too. as all the par
ties are closely connected. The first
couple 10 pledge their troth for life were
Miss Flora Frittor and Mr. Willie Col
win. quite a youthful pair The next
cOuulo were somewhat aged. but full OF
devotion for each other. They were Mr..
George Brooks and Mrs Mary Colvin,
mother OF the groom first-named. The
third pair. who vowed TO forsake all
others and cleave only 10 each other,
were Miss Catty Brooks. sister Of the
groom I'm the second case, and Mr.. Roy
Brooks, first cousin TO al parties con-
cerned. The first and last couple had
no attendants. but Messrs. John ". Wal
Ter and Supervisor r. \. Moncure acted
as ushers In the Brooks-COlvin nuptials.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-10-30
CONFEDERATE VETERANS
Echoes from the Meeting OF the Nlr-
ginin Grand Camp.

WINCHESTER, VA, October 29.-(Spe-
cial)-The Grand Camp Of Confederate
Veterans Of Virginia. at its session here,
decided that in future all camps must pay
their capitation-tax before they are al
lowed representation in the Grand Camp
The capltation-tax on subordinate camps
was reduced to 8 per cent. for the year
1891.
1t was determined that no action be
taken in reference 10 the model for the
Davis monument.
The Grand Camp declined to recommend
to subordinate camps the abolition OF mil
itary titles OF their officers.
The body also voted down resolution
10 prevent Confederate veterans from be
ing members Of more than one camp
within its jurisdiction
The History Committee made very
interesting and elaborate report through
its chairman, Colonel James y. Stubs,
and recommended THE History of the
United States" by Rev. j. william Jones,
and the History of Virginia and Virgin
ians," by General Dabney II. Maury;
also. the appointment Of a committee by
the Grand Camp to secure legislative APP
prOpriatiOns I'm establishing schools or
history in State universities. and the com
ullAte lUTLuti recommended lidA IL ''Rg
Of the rolls OF Virginia soldiers and sail
ors now In possession Of the United
States Government at Washington be
made at once. and 70 that end that ef-
forts be made 10 raise the sum OF 5000,
through the efforts and under the direc-
ton of the subordinate camps, and that
his Excellency Charles T. OFerrall. Gov
ernor Of Virginia, be requested 10 supple
ment this amount. when raised. with the
sum OF $1,000 from the contingent fund;
also, that Colonel William Z. Smith. Of
II. T.. Lee Camp, No. ]. c. v. be selected
as the person who shall be placed in
charge of this work. All Of the recon-
mendations of the History Committee
We're adopted by the Grand Camp.
The Grand Camp adopted resolutions OF
respect to the memory Of Hon. Charles
+. Crisp.
Resolutions of Thanks.
4 meeting Of the delegates from Rich
mond 10 the Grand Camp was held on
the train last evening. General Thomas
A. Brander was called TO the chair. and
4. G. Peay was chosen secretary. The
thanks Of the delegates were returned TO
the Chesapeake and Ohio railway for
courtesies extended. and especially 10
John ID. Potts. division passenger agent
for the many attentions rendered to the
delegates TO the Grand Camp.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-10-30
TelegrnphIc Briefs.

Louisville. Ky.-Secretary John G. Car
Isle left for Lexington. He speaks there
to-day.
Victoria. b. C.-According to Oriental
advlces. the Japanese are secretly aiding
the rebels in Manila.
birmingham, Ala.-Hon. John S. Wise
addressed n large audience In the interest
of the Republican nominees. He was
given a respectful hearing.
WATERFOWL. n. Y.-Wilbur F. Porter,
the Democratic candidate for Governor,
is IN at his home. having broken down
by his speech-maklng tour.
Aiken, s C.-The case against the
Broxton- Bridge lynchers continues to ex-
cite great interest. The defence closed
it's case, and argument was begun.
Lisbon.-Terrihc storms have prevailed
upon the Portuguese coasts. a fishing
boat foundered in the Bay OF Setuabal.
and her crew OF fourteen men were
drowned.
bakersfield. Cal.-Meagre reports OF a
wholesale shooting at Randsburg, a new
mining camp. in which several men were
killed were received. officers have gone
to the scene
London.-cablegrams received from
Bombay say that the drought continues.
with no signs OF abatement. and that
the crop situation in India Is daily be-
coming more serious
Washlngtoa.-Th President has denied
a pardon 20 Luther A. Hall, OF Georgia.
sentenced In January, 1854. to lmprison-
ment for life in the ohio psnitentiary
Scr GeRsQtTaey aud mlgSer,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-10-30

Han. at Garfield avenue and Larrabee
streets He addressed them briefly.
and. after another talk u about
the same length OF MJellers Han, No.
34 North avenue. I'm which the Bis
marck letter was given prominence. the
candidate was given n good rest. while
he was driven 20 the NorihSide Turner
Han. on Clark street. near Chicaeo ave-
nue.. About 4ooo people were crowded
into this iavorite North-Slde resort. and
the candidate awarded them speech
OF considerable length. one more talk
at Brands Hall. three blocks away
finished the hard day and nights work.
and ut u:3o Mr.. Bryan left on his spe-
cial train over the Northwestern rail-
way, for Green Bay, Wis.
ALMOST a COLLAPSE.
when Mr.. Bryan finished speaking at
Brands Hall tonight he was I'm state
bordering on collapse HIS voice failed
near the end OF his speech. but he man
aged 90 finish In comparatively good form.
When he left the hall he was supported
by two officers. and walked with con-
siderable difficulty, his progress being
barred at every step by the tremedous
crowds.
quickly recovered. He eaid the day had
after nights rest he would be ready 10
20 through the same thing again.
ALL o. x. AGAIN.
CHICAGO. october 29.-Mr. Bryan's
three days I'm Chicago have been probably
the most eXactng OF the campaign. The
weather has been unseasOnably warm,
and the atmosphere I'm the halls where the
candidate spoke has been suffocating. At
every meeting tonight at least four Wo-
men tainted. The difficulty Of speaking
under such conditions can be readily un-
dorstood and the hard work placed on
MIR. Bryan after his long and vigorous
campaign told on his strength. Since his
arrival here he has had difficulty with his
throat. which he did not experience be
fore. Between the frequent changes from
sweltering halls TO the cool outer air he
has several times suffered from slight
chills and contracted a slight cold several
days ago.
Just before his train left Mr.. Bryan
was seen at the Northwestern depot by
Southern Associated Press reporter. he
was completely revived, and said he felt
no ill-effects from his unpleasant Brands
Hall experience. He was ready. he said
for more hard work tomorrow, and re-
tired at once to his berth.
HOW BRYAN WILL GET RETURNS.
LINCOLN. NEB., october 29.-Prepara-
tions for the reception Of election news at
the residence of Nominee Bryan. In this
city are being pushed forward rapidly
1t was only to-day that Mr.. Bryan con
scented to permit the wires TO enter his
house Both the Western Union and Pos
tai Telegraph companies Will have buiie-
tin wires i'm Mr.. Bryan's library, and in
addition to this special wire direct from
the office of Chairman Jones. in Chicago
Is talked of. A large party of friends
have been invited 10 be at the residence
on the night Of the election and refresh
ments will be served during the course OF
the night. Mr.. Bryan will not reach
home in time to register, and his vote
must be sworn in
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-10-30
Charged With Robbing POST
office.

EAST RADFORD, VA, october %
Especial. )-On October 18th the store or
Dunklee & CO., Of Newport, was broken
omen and robbed. and the post-ofiice,
which was kept i'm the store, was also rob-
bed. Two men were arrested on suspi-
cion, and were brought here yesterday
and given preliminary hearing before
United States Commissioner Shelor. The
evidence was that Burt Atkins hid In the
store and opened the door and let Lloyd
Echols in, when the robbery was commit
ted. The Commissioner. after hearing the
evidence. sent both OF the men on 10 the
Federal grand jury. Messrs. HardWlcke
and Porterdeld represented Atkins; VII
liams and Peters represented Echois' ana
Assistant District-Attorney Stuart. OF
Abingdon. represented the government.
Atkins IS about IS years old and Echols Is
about 30 years old.
Rev. Lee W. Irwin, Of Iron Gate, has
accented the calls TO the Presbyterian
churches at this place. He will enter
upon his pastorate about November 18th.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-10-30
The Rismnrck Entente Agnin.

BUDAPEST October 29.-The Pesther
Lloyd is authority for the statement that
Emperor William has written a letter
TO Emperor Francis Joseph relative 10
the Hamburger achrichten's recent ar
ticle, which was inspired by Prince Bis
marck showing that for the six years
from 1884 TO 1880 secret alliance existed
between Germany and Russia to the pre-
judice Of Austria, one Of the contract
ing nations Of the Triple Alliance. Of
which Germany and Italy are the others.
The proposition for the formation Of
the Triple Alliance was made in 1852, and
adopted in 1883. but It was not until
March 1881, that the alliance was formal
IS signed. According 10 the Nachrlch-
tens revelations. the secret Russo-Ger-
man treaty provided that in certain con-
tingencies Austria would not have the
benefit Of German support rs is pro-
vided for by the Triple Alliance. a state
ment that has caused widespread COM
ment on the Bismarckian methods I'm Aus
tro-Hungerian and other political circles
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-10-30

he served whenever Lockett can be founa'
even II that should be after election.
A close inspection Of the books OF the
u,ards of this city and the two county
precincts-the Courthouse and Monticello
disclose an unusual number OF Illegal
registrations. 4 committee Of discreet
ana earnest men has been formed, and
every one who has violated the registra-
ton law and attempts to vote will be ar
rested
The census lists have been examined
and at least one youth who registered
although only IS years Of age, has found
that he has laid himself liable 10 prosecu-
ton and severe punishment and has had
his name erased from the books. OF
course. he Is still liable. In the Second
Ward. 10 give an example, forty or nifty
colored men registered. claiming that they
had been voters in certain precincts in
Richmond, where the books were de-
stroyed. and claiming, also. that they are
employed at the University. In nine Of
these cases out Of ten 1t is known that
these claims are false.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-10-30
virginia Christian Conference.

SUFFOLK, VA, october 29.-When ].
w. Barrett. chairman Of the Committee
on Foreign Missions, made report TO
the seventy-sixth annual session of the
Eastern Virginia Christian Conference,
his remarks We're followed by a spirited
debate from ministers and lay delegates
The report urged cheaper houses, palmer
food. and surrender OF the tobacco and
liquor habits that contributions for mis-
sions may be swelled. Mr. Barrett made
a strong speech in advocacy of its
adoption lie was followed by dozen
others. The report was rejected
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-10-30
a BEAUTIFUL RECEPTION
To N Returning Rappahnnnock
bride and Groom.

bF1ut unu hFbObts
WASHINGTON, VA. October 29-Cspe-
cial)-Mr. and Mrs. Wade Hampton Mas
sic, whose marriage was reported in this
correspondence some time since, have re-
turned from their bridal tour and were
given a grand reception a few nights ago
at the home OF Mr. and Mrs. George ".
kinsey. Mrs Kinsey Is the only sister
Of the bride, and nothing was more natu-
raj than that she should thus celebrate
the return of Mr.. and Mrs. Massie. The
entertainment was almost fac-simile
of the wedding some weeks ago, except
OF course there was no marriage.
"Jessamine HILL" the palatial Kinsey
residence. one of the most beautiful in
the neighborhOOd never appeared more
inviting than on this suspicious occasion.
The roads from the public highway 10 the
house for more than a mile were lighted
with lantern after lantern, which served
10 guide the coming guests to the scene
OF festivity. The large and roomy house
was beautifully and artistcally decorated,
while the magnificent lawn was splendidly
Illuminated with the old-fashioned glare
Of the pine knot, intermingled with the
soft and mellow light of countless Japa-
nese lanterns. over which the silver beams
Of the full-Orbed moon were streaming
in unrivalled beauty.
Soon the culture and fashion Of Kappa
hammock and adjacent counties were once
more assembled. land al went merry as
a marriage -bell" until 1870 o'clock, when
the doors 20 the dining-rCOms were thrown
open. where heavily-laden tables or indie
scribable beauty not only awaited our
wondering view" but TO which all were
invited with that old Virginia corliality
which IS a distinguishing characteristic Of
Mr. and Mrs. George ". Kinsey.
After supper your correspondent and
the older people left. and the young ladies
and gentlemen continued to "trip the
light fantastic toe" until the moonbeams
had been absorbed into the light Of the
glorious King Of Day. Long live my old
college mate and genial friend, George
W. Kinsey, and his queenly wife.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-10-30
Turts,sb situation Grave.

LONDON, October 23.-The Constinople
CORE spondent OF the Daily News tele-
graphs that the situation in that city Is
causing the greatest anxiety in diplo-
matte circles. which are again discussing
the question OF the deposition Of the Sui
tan.
The Sheik-ul-Islam. the head OF the
Mohammedan faith. through whom alone
can the Sultan be legally depOsed. remains
az the Yidlz Kiosk, the Sultans resi-
dence. nominally as a guest Of his
Majestys, but really as a prisoner.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-10-30
Resolutions of Thanks
CHARLOTTESVILLE.
Death of Mr.. George w. Brown-Il-
legal Registration.

CHARLOTTESVILLE. VA, October q.
(special)-Mr. George w. Brown died AZ
his home in this city at IL o'clock last
night. Mr.. Brown was born near Philo-
mont. Loudoun county. in 1894 He re-
sided in Loudoun until the early part OF
1894, when he removed with his family 10
this city. He had been in falling health
for some time.
Yesterday a warrant was sworn out
for Albert c. Lockett (coloredD on the
charge of having registered as a voter az
The Monticello Precinct. knowing that he
WAS not OF legal age. Constable II. s
Wood went this morning to Lockett's
home. but the latter. fearing arrest had
already disapQssEed. Chs WaTgaat VIA
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-10-30
snow-storm I'm Nebraska

OMAHA. NEB., October "a tremen-
dous suow-storm has prevailed over
Western Nebraska since last night. and
Is still raging. 1t Is one of the greatest
snow-storms i'm many years. high
wind prevails, and the snow IS drifting
high. which will doubtless retard railway
traffic. The Indications are that the
storm will prevail throughout the night
il Is reported that the west bound tram
an the burlington is snowbound at Blake
man and that the snow-storm is still
-qgfug there,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-10-30
THE DISPATCH SOUVENIR.
A Growing Demand for "Our Lost
CnuSe.v

There IS a growing demand for the
beautiful Confederate souvenir gotten out
by the Dispatch for the benefit of its
patrons. 1t is a work OF art and when
framed. will prove a precious memento
Of OUR LOST CAUSE.
Cut out three coupons Of different dates
and bring them with 10 cents to our
counter, or send them with 10 cents and
a 2-cent postage stamp II you wish them
mailed TO any address. In the latter
event. address
COUPON DEPARTMENT,
The Dispatch Company,
Richmond, Va
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-10-30
The Recent constantinopIe Riots.

CONSTANTINOPLE. october 2.-The
military commission appointed by the sui
tan 10 Investigate the recent riots IN TINS
city. has submitted its report, when
merely states the facts elected. The COM
mission states that the number Of Arme-
mans massacred was 2.2jO, and that 4ej
Mussulmans were killed.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-10-30
conference Regarding Turkey,

LONDON. October 29.-The Chronicle
viii tomorrow publish dispatch from
Rome. saying that as soon as the Car
returns 10 ST. Petersburg he will propose
~ the Powers the holding OF a diplomatic
conference regarding Turkey. To this
proposal the Powers viii certainly assent.