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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-27
CANVASS PROGRESS.
pIG DEMOCRATIC BARBECUE AT
GREEN BAY.
watkins and vaIlace-They Speak
to Very Large Crowd-Both
Make Good Impression-strong
Areuments-Mectin Elsewhere.

GREEN BAY, VA. September 26.-Spe-
cial)-As early as 3 o'clock this morning
people commenced pouring into this place
from the surrounding country to be on
hand to attend the barbecue given by
our BRYAN and Sewall Club. 1t was de-
cidedlv the largest crowd OF the kind that
has assembled at this place for a number
Of years. some people coming from a dis
tanoe Of twenty miles. Never before was
there so much interest manifested. The
visitors were welcomed by Mr. A. A.
Haskins. president OF the club, who also
introduced the speakers. The speakers
were Hon. Asa d. Watkins, Common
wealth's Attorney OF this county. and
Mr.. C. NJ wallace, Jr., OF Richmond.
Hon. Sidney P. Epes, candidate for Con-
gress from this district, was invited 10
attend. but owing to an important en-
eagement, previously made he wrote Nr.
n w. Price, secretary Of the club, that
he would be unable 20 be here.
JUDGE WATKINs's SPEECH.
Judge Watkins addressed the audience
first. lie was received with great ap-
piause. and at every mention OF Bryan's
name cheer after cneer was gwen. Inc
Judge IS an able speaker. and is wen
posted on the silver question. His argu-
ments were forcible and convincing. He
smoke for more than an hour. and held
his audience spelbOund. After his speech
the crowd was invited to partake OF an
elaborate dinner, spread on large tables,
the bill of fare consisting OF barbecued
lamb roast beef, and brunswick-stew,
which latter. BY the way, is favorite
dish in southsde' Virginia.
MIR. WALLACE.
After the crowd had well satisfied the
inner man Mr.. c. NJ. Wallace. Jr, was
introduced This was his first appearance
before a Prince Edward audience. He dis
cussed the issues Of the campaign with
marked ability presenting his views In
a clear and forcible manner, and made a
fine Impression upon his listeners.
Commemorative W. r. Neb-
lett, OF I.unenburg county was invited
TO attend. but was unable to be here on
account Of i'll health. Many persons were
heard 10 express themselves in regard TO
Governor OFerralrs position. He was
severely censured for his recent utter
ances. The Governor had many warm
friends in this section. who exceedingly
regret his course.
Among those present from a distance
were Captain Samuel Watkins. OF Farm
Vile: Hon. George w. Hardy, Superin-
tendent Of Schools OF LUnenburg county;
Mr.. +. c. Fowlkes. Of Lunenburg Court
house, and a host OF others.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-27
RADFORD.
Approaching Mnrringe-On Big
WrII,-RunnNyny nOys.

EAST RADFORD. VA. September 20
Special )--Cards are out announcing the
approaching marriage Of Miss Matte
Phlegar TO DIR. ]. S. Brown, or Sauls-
bury, n. c., the wedding TO take place
September S0th.
A. f. Warde. of Chicago, who i-
making a walking tour Of the United
States on a $4,000 wager. passed through
Radford a few days ago. He has to tour
the Eastern and New England States
yet, and has to earn 500 on the trip.
]. G. Todd accompanied him.
Mrs. l.. NJ. Evans, of this place, was
thrown from a horse day or two ago,
and quite badly hurt.
Mr.. William T. Kuhn, Of this place.
has been appointed night foreman Of the
West-End round-house in Roanoke.
Two boys, each about 13 years of age
Theo. Mohler and Clyde Kahle-left
Thursday for parts unknown. No reason
is known for their leaving home, as
both had everything they wanted. No
news have been received of the runa-
ways at this date. one OF the boys is
the son of Yard-Master r. G. Mohier and
the other is the nephew of Rev. +. F.
Kahle. and lived with him. The friends
of the boys are much worried over their
leaving.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-27
THE ANCIENT CAPITAL.
The Bond Issue Tnl<en--Personal-
Successful Deer Hunters.

WILLIAMSBURG. VA. September %
Special. )--Mayor John T.. Mercer on yes
terday reported that all the bonds re-
Gently issued by the city had been taken
and that they had been disposed OF in our
town. The issue amounted TO $500. ana
are per cent. non-taxable coupon bonds.
Messrs Dilklnton & Rodeliff. who set
tied here some time ago, coming from the
West, and who purchased tho "Delks
tract. on Archers Hope river, are ar
ranging to put up a large saW-mill on
their farm, and 1t is stated that they
will soon begin an enterprise in town
that will give employment to all the men
they have recently brought here from the
West and to those w.ro will arrive here
during the coming month.
Miss Lucy l.. DAVIS, assistant principal
of the Mathew Whaley Model and Prac-
tice School, Of the College OF William
and Mary, arrived here this evening from
her home in LyncbDurg. The Model
school opens on the 18th at 8 A. NJ.
Miss Annie McCaw and Miss Ella Mon
cure, who spent the summer. in Peoria,
ILL.,, with relatives, returned home last
evening. They had a most delightful
visit. but were glad TO get home again.
Mrs. ID. II. Jones, with her daughter,
Miss Helen, who has been elected princi-
pal in our PUBLIC school, is expected to
return Tuesday from lengthy visit 10
Middlesex and Gloucester.
Miss Marish Blair. the Misses Claiborn,
of Richmond, and Miss May Claiborn. or
Petersburg. with several gentlemen, are
here. and in company Nth Mrs. Lizzie
Harrison visited the many places of his
toric interest i'm our old town. During the
day they visited Jamesto
Mr.. George p. ColemaO. who has been
of during tho summer. when last heard
from was In Portsmouth,
Mr.. Arthur Denmead, - Baltimore, who
has been guest at the Colonial Inn for
some time, viii leave shortly for brief
visit to the Monumental City.
Mrs Hartwell Macon left yesterday for
a visit TO her sister. Mrs. Edmund Ruiiin'
near Old Church. Hanover county. Mr..
Macon will leave tomorrow on business
trip. TO be gone some time.
Miss Patterson. OF Ashland, and MISS
Ellen Moore, of New Kent, are visiting
Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas II. Geddy at their
home. on Scotland street.
Mr.. j. T.. Harris, of Ebony, Brunswick,
who will look after the management OF
the college monthly during the coming
session. is here, and win open his office
next week.
Two deer-hunting parties went out yes
terday and returned in the afternoon,
each with a fine deer. Mr.. Rich Henley
brought down line buck and Artist
Hughes a doe.
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SPEAKING IN CHESTERFIELD.
Messrs. Pryor, Lamb, and Couliing
Address "a Large Gathering.

WINERIES STORE. September o.
Especial l)-One Of the largest political
gatherings ever known in this section was
held at winfree's Store this afternoon.
In no previous campaign have the people
been more interested than they are in
the one now demanding their attention.
There Is apparently a unanimous senti-
ment on the part OF the people TO restore
silver to its legitimate position as a
money metal.
The speakers Of the occasion were Mr.
Campbell Pryor OF Petersburg. and
Messrs. John A. Lamb and William NJ.
Coullng, of Richmond, and the questions
at issue were discussed with telling eff
feet, the speakers receiving close ard
marked attention and most liberal ap-
Dlause.
There Is no doubt that large vote
will be polled, and a handsomely in
creased majority given Bryan, Sewall,
and Lamb on November Sd 1t was
gratifying 10 note the presence OF ladies'
in the audience, an occurrence quite un-
usual IN country political gatherings.
This speaks well for the success OF the
cause
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-27
BUCKLING ON THEIR ARMOR.
The Democrats of the Eastern
shore Aroused.

ONANCOCK, VA. September 26-(spe-
cial. .)-PolticaI excitement is beginning
to run high on the Eastern Shore, and
Democrats are buckling their armor for
the fray. The Democrats of Chincoteague
Island formed a Bryan. Sewall. and Jones
club this evening.
Hon. w. A. Jones. Democratic candidate
for Congress H. this district, will speak
at Accomac Courthouse on Monday, and
as that Is C0unty-Court day, large
crowd will be presen; TO hear him dis
cuss the issues OF the campaign Ex-Goy-
ernor Cameron Will be there 10 speak for
the candidates OF the Republican Aid So
ciety, and IL is not improbable that a
Joint discussion Will be arranged between
him and Congressman Jones'
Colonel John II. Popham. OF Rappahan-
mock. has been on the Eastern Shore
since Thursday. speaking for the Republi-
cans, and II is announced that he will
speak at the Courthouse on Monday.
Both Democrats and Republicans have
erected new stands for their speakers in
the courtyard.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-27

not keep them for pleasure, but for money
making on the Austrian, German and
Russian race-courses his horses are al
ways to be seen during the large meet
ings, and they have been unusually sue
cessful winning annually many Of the
richest stakes. The net profits Of the
stable have averaged $4,000 year for the
past four years, a fact which speaks
volumes for the cleverness of Victor De
Res2ke, who manages them There is q
finoly-constructed Tace-coUrse on the
Borowna estate. which is used for train
ing the horses. and all of the stable fit
tings are Of the improved order.
His horses are not his only source OF
profit. on the Chorzenice estate is a ce-
ment mine, whose yield is as good as any
the world over. All of these estates are
situated south of Warsaw. in land as fer
tile as any in Europe. The trees grow TO
enormous proportions, and the grain har-
vests compare favorably with those Of the
Western United States. The River Warta
flows through the estates. adding greatly
10 the natural beauty of the scenery Of
the country.
When at home De Reszke spends most
of the time on the Borowna estate. Hero
there Is n heavily walled chateau of
French and Russia architecture, and built
in the time Of Louis XIV. 1t is more like
a fort than a dwelling. viewed from the
outside. and, In fact, IL has done duty as
both. The interior has been greatly
changed. 1t has a grand banquet hall,
vast library stored with countless musi-
cal treasures, drawing-rooms filed with
a curious mixture Of ancient and modern
furnishings. and scores Of other apart
ments. all unique because Of the blend
ing of the new and the old.
This chateau would be regarded by most
people as fine enough for any one. but
De Reszke has just had completed
modern structure which he calls the
Cottage Americaine." probably as al
compliment to the American dollars which
built IT, This villa is a marvel in its
way having all the modern mechanical
contrivances used in the best American
hotels Ii is the completion of the Cot
tage Americaine" which is generally re-
garded as the immediate forerunner Of
the singers marriage. De Reszke made
no secret Of the fact that he was build
ing the villa for his bride The old cha
team which is near by. he regards as too
sombre and ponderous as a frame for a
honeymoon. AUGUST MAILL4ARD.
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Lexington Personals.

LEXINGTON, VA, September 6.-(Spe-
ciaL)-Miss Mary Caring has returned
from visit TO Baltimore.
Mr. Lloyd Gold is the guest OF his sis
ter, Mrs. George Cameron, of Timber
Ridge.
DR.. George Harrison. of New York. who
has been the guest of Major +. W. Hous-
ton, of the Virginia Military Institute,
has returned home.
Miss Louise Brockenbrough has gone to
Washington to attend school the present
session.
Mrs. Scott and Miss Scott. OF Beverley
w. Va, are visiting Mr.. Bolivar Leech.
Mr.. James Sturgis and family, OF Waco,
Tex, who have been spending the sum
mer with Mr.. ]. #. McCrum. have re-
turned home
Mrs. James l.. Smith Is visiting IN
Coopers, w. Va.
Mrs. X. II. Myers aud Mrs. w. II. Wad-
dell are attending the synod at Lewis
burg.
Rev. Charles Glkerson. OF Beverley,
v. Va. is the guest Of Professor S. Il.
Moreland.
Mrs. X. E. Hutton is visiting in Balti-
more
Mr.. Walter Z. Laird OF New York. IS
the guest OF his parents, Mr and Mrs.
John f.. Laird.
Mr.. J.. II. Harrj~ has returned to Bloom
ington, Ind, 10 e-.ter upon his duties as
assistant professor in the state University
of Indiana.
Mrs. c. J. Harris is visiting her daugh-
ter, Mrs. a. Galatin Waugh, in Amherst
county.
Mr.. w. n. Wilkerson. deputy postmaster
at this place. was married on Wednesday,
los glniy,a - atsaFs latrt
tha bride.
Rev Dr. Thornton Whaling and Mr..
H. H. Myers are representing the Lexlng-
ton Presbyterian church at the meeting or
the Synod OF Virginia at I-ewisburg.
Rev Thomas A. Johnson. Of New Cas-
tie. Ky, has accepted the call recently
rendered him by the Lexington Baptist
church. and will assume his duties as
pastor the 1st Of October.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-27
The Greene,viIIe BimetaIIists.

EMPORIA, VA, September S.-(Spe-
cial)-At a meeting OF the Bryan Bime-
talic Club, of Greenesville county, held
to-day the following resolution was
adopted:
Resolved That the members or the
Bryan Blmetallic Club, OF Greenes-
Vile county, deprecate the unnec-
essary division Of our forces and call
upon the Democratic and Populist COM
mittees Of the State and district, to take
such concerted action as will most surely
elect a bimetalllst TO Congress from this
district, and that a copy OF this resolution
be sent to the State chairmen, district
and each county chairman of the Demo
cratic and Populist parties.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-27
WHERE ARE HIS KIN?
AN ORPHAN uoY ANXIOUS TO Lo-
GATE MS RELATIVES.
THEY ONCE LIYED IN RICHaOyD.
The Father Died Dcforc the Birth
OF the Son, and the Mother Passed
Away when He Was hut SIX Years
Oid-His Interesting story.
OF the Son, and tn

The Dispatch has received communi-
cation from James Il. West. an inmate
of the Washington City Orphan Home In
which assistance Is asked in tho boys
efforts to ascertain the whereabouts Of
any OF his relatives.
The orphan. who Is not yet Of age, has
written many letters OF inquiry about his
parents history, but all in vain. lie does
not seek pecuniary aid. but simply and
very naturally desires to know II he has
any relatives left. who and where they
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-27

ROANOKE, VA, September 2G.-(Spe-
ial.l.-The races At the Lake and Driving
Park this afternoon were well attended.
but the programme was short. The first
was half-mlle trottlng race. class 2:iS.
for purse OF so. with three entries. and
was won easily by Sidespot, OF Roanoke,
with Giles. Of Roanoke. second; Guy Fly
OF Richmond. third. Time, 2.a2 ii.
Following This there was half-mile
race against a record by Laura D., OF
Roanoke. PAGER. and John Hannah.
Roanoke's crack bicycle rider. but they
failed 70 lower the record, Time-I.aura
D.. 1I3; Hannah. i:is. AS the track was
heavy. 1t was considered that Hannah
made a good attempt.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-27

consider himself a fortunate man. And
when he disappears to join the ranks Of
eN-tenors who viii take bis place. There
s. lad one of the first caiiber IN sight to-
day, and n this state OF affairs contn-
ues. music lovers viii soon be face 10
face with the problem OF tolerating a
tenor OF the second class
But matrimony-nOt music-is 10 be the
theme OF this letter. Within the past
yenr II has been rumorel several times
that De Reszke was TO take unto him
wife At times the rumors attained such
strength that many Of the Continental
papers published the detailed arrange
ments Tor the wedding. But the latter
never occurred Now IL is again an
nOunced that De ResZke is TO wed, and
that the ceremony Will shortly be per-
formed,
Rumor has one thing to congratulate
itself upon I'm dealing with the matrimo-
NAL affairs OF the famous singer. and
that u that the Iame OF but one wo-
man has been mentioned as the pros
Itctve bride. The majority of rich and
famous bachelors are engaged. by rumor.
10 al least half q dozen different women.
De Resz.es S name. however, has always
been associated with that Of the Countess
Do MrlmMlle. a French woman OF con-
h4iefabie musical genius. II Is this lady
whom. it is said he VIII marry before
tho approaching American tour
II De Reszke visits America as a mar
ried man, it will doubtless cloud the
halo which has always hung over him as
O. ladies' pet" The biz, handsome tenor
has been the idol Or more women
in Europe and America than any
other man on the stage to-day, and there
is little doubt that among the score Of
society women who have shoWered
praises upon him In al the great cities
OF the two continents. there were many
who would willingly stand in the shoes
OF the Countess de Miramaille to-day.
This ls not railery at the susceptibility
o. womonkind, IT is the truth.
IL is known that De Reszke has been in
love with The Countess for many years,
and bat for some mysterious barrier
which has opposed tAer union the mar
uase would have taken place long ago.
The exact nature OF this barrier has been
carefully guarded from the public. and
speculation upon il has naturally been so
extensive and varied that an semblance
OF the real truth OF the case has been
ciotIci over. Nothing in explanation or
10 viii Dee said here, FOR the simple reason
that the exact facts could not be un-
earthed ANA it would be idle 70 rehearse
the Vagar.es OF tine go25ips.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-27
FINE RALLY AT CREwE.
Mr. Gilmore, of Alabama, and Elec-
tor Wallace, Speak.


CREWB, VA, September 26.-(Special)
The first Democratic speaking Of the
campaign here took place tonight. Al
though the notice was short, large
crowd was in attendance at Mann's Hall
to hear Mr.. Charles NJ. Wallace, Jr.,
presidential elector for the Second Dis
trict. who had already made a speech al
Green Bay, and owing 20 missing con-
nection at Burkeville. was a aittls late
in arriving. However, Mr.. Jonn +. Gil
more. Of Eutaw, Ala, who has been
speaking in the interest Of the cause. was
on hand and opened with short ad-
dress. which dealt with the money ques-
ton, more especially as il affected the
people further down I'm Dixie. but seeing
Mr.. Wallace enter, he gracefully retired
In his favor.
Mr.. Wallace captivated the audience
from the start by his eagnestness, and his
logical reasoning held the crowd IN close
attention. Most hearty applause was
encited by the many telling points In his
remarks He, as well as Mr.. Gilmore,
paid his respects to the inconsistencies
OF the Republicans the Richmond Times.
and Governor O'Ferrall. There was no.
thing harsh said. All was conservative and
convincing-such words as will cause
thinking men 10 fall in with the peoples
leader William Jennings Bryan.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-27

with Carlin, Fulton & Co.. OF Baltimore,
and afterwards was senior member OF
the stanton hardware firm OF Maslin &
Booker. Recently Mr.. Masln engaged in
the wholesale grocery and hardware trade
at Waynesboro' his firm being Mas
lin. W.-.land. Coyner & Co. He was
man OF most genial manners, easily win
ming friends and securely retaining them.
Heart failure. OF which the deceased is
said to have had premonitory symptoms,
was the cause OF death. The funeral will
be at Waynesboro'. Monday. Mr. Masln
is survived by his wife, daughter or
Mr. Thomas Antrim, OF Augusta.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-09-27
ALEXANDRIA.
The Political situntion-Thc Watch
ers to he Watched.


ALEXANDRIA. VA. September rs
Special )-The political situation has
begun to get very warm In this city.
There is not a store I'm which workingmen
congregate that the money question Is
not discussed at length and, as gene
raj thing those who argue the question
are we'll posted. The bolters men are OF
the opinion that the Democratic majority
will be greatly reduced in the coming
election, but they overlook the fact that
a great many former Republicans are
going 10 vote for Bryan and Sewall on ac-
count OF the free and unlimited coinage
OF silver. In one cigar factory here.
where those who are employed have
heretofore voted the national Republican
ticket, all are not only going TO vote for
the Democratic ticket but they are work
ing hard for the success Of the ticket,
which will get at least 500 majority here
IN November.
The Bryan, Sewall. and Rixey Club are
putting in some good licks. and when the
battle is begun they Will have sentinels
out 10 watch those who have been dele
gated by the bolting Democrats to see
that a fair election is conducted here.
The question II often asked. Who VIII
watch those who have been appointed TO
watch the regular Democrats? These
people who have oeen appointed by the
boilers are the only ones who need watch
ing and they will be attended 10 on elec-
tion day by men who cannot be bull
dOzed.
Men who have held local Offices in this
city for years and who are now engaged
In working for the Indianapolis nominees
will be relegated to the shades OF private
life this coming spring. and well do
they know It. There are others who say
they will vote for Bryan and Sewall, but
can be found at any time almost running
the candidates down. They claim to be
Democrats, but when they put themselves
up for office in the future their present
action will be remembered. Bryan will
carry this town and county by a good
nnaforitV
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Appointment. for speaking.

Democratic State Co'mittee.
Rooms over 9lS east Main street,
Richmond, Va, September 26, 1896.
Speakers and times and places of speak,
ing are announced as follows:
JAMES HAY.
Page Court September 2sth.
Springfield, September 18th.
Stanley, September Goth.
Sperryville, October %.
Amlssville, october Cd.
Flint Hill, October Sd.
Mt. Airy, October 9Th.
Clarke court. October 9Th.
Millwood might. October 7th.
n. B. WESCOTT.
Montross. September 2sth.
A. p. STAPLES.
Montgomery court. September 29th-
Bedford City might. october ID.
Cave Spring (nighO. October Sd.
Charlotte court. October 5th.
Halifax court, October 26th.
MILES NJ. MARTIN.
Page court, September 18th.
Sussex. October 1st.
Isle OF Wight, october 5th.
Disputanta, October %.
Toano Games City county,. October 30.
Appomattox court. October Sth.
Brownsburg, October 10th (nighO.
Botetourt court, October 18th.
Floyd court, october l3th.>
Radford court, October 18th (nlghO.
Roanoke court, october 18th.
Bedford court, october 26th.
Montgomery court, October 9th.
II. w. FLOURNOY.
Highland court, September 29th.
Z. w. SAUNDERS.
Nelson Courthouse. September 18th.
". +. RHEA.
Wise Courthouse, September 2sth
Russell court, October 9Th.
Scott Courthouse, october 18TH.
Giles Courthouse, October 18th.
Lee Courthouse. October 18th
Craig Courthouse, October 9th.
GRAHAM CLAYTOR.
Pocahontas CnighD. october 9Th.
Tazewell might, october 7th.
Graham might, October Sth.
". b. MILWAINE.
Augusta court, September 2sth.
Madison (barbecde). october 81.
Rockbridge court. October 5th.
Lunenburg court, October 18th.
Mecklenburg court. October 18th.
Brunswick court, October 18th.
W. Z. BARKSDALE.
Rockbridge court october 5th.
Buena Vista, October 9Th mighty
PETER ]. oTEY.
Bedford City, September 2sth.
Chrlstiansburg. September 18th.
II. d. FLOOD.
Nelson Courthouse. September 18th.
Highland. October Sd.
Rockbridge Courthouse, october 5th.
Allegheny Courthouse. October 9Th.
buckingham (barbecue). October 7th.
Appomattox Courthouse. October Sth.
buckingham Courthouse. October 18th.
7th.
Rocktridge (speclals). October 2lst and
itn.
Fluyanna Courthouse. october 2eth.
SAMUEL w. WILLIAMS.
Buchanan Court t-House. September 2sth.
Dickinson (speciaD. October 1st.
Pulaski court, october 5th.
Wythe court. october 18th.
Giles court. October 18th.
Craig Courthouse tCircuit Court. Oc-
ober 18th.
Smythe court. October 18th.
Wise court. October eth.
VI. V. STRAYER.
Albemarle court. October 5th.
s. T.. JONES.
Abingdon. September 18th.
Buona Vista. October 10th.
FRANK L. ANDERSON.
Orange court. September 18th.
]. B. McABE-
Orange Courthouse, September 18th.
King George Courthouse. October LIST.