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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-04-08
To Consider the Offers.

There will be a meeting Of the Execu-
tive Committee OF the Virginia Agricul-
tural and Mechanical Society In the
society's Office this morning to consider
the contracts for leasing the EXPOSITION
Grounds for park purposes. The con-
tracts were previously arranged and bids
called for and received, but at the meet
ing held on Friday last to open these 1t
was found that some changes In the con-
tracts were necessary. All bids which
had been submitted were accordingly
withdrawn, pending the change. 1t Is
expected that the revised contracts VIII
be approved. and then the bids VIII be
called for under the new conditions. The
lessee Of the grounds will have the privl-
lege of constructing both blcycle-track
and a baseball grounds, and 1t Is ex-
pected that the Richmond League OF
Wheelmen will take an active part In the
development OF the former
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-04-08
RUMpUS IN UTAH.
Mormon Manifesto on The Subject Of
Church. and State.
RELIGION
rse Two Mart Not BE Mixed
Ac.nrding 80 Ecclesiastical row
-. That pe-An opposite" Deposed
from once.

SALT LAKE CITY. UTAH Aprh =
.rso sem,-anuual conference OF the MOI
mon Church, which has been IN sesSio"
three DAYS. was closed last night WIN
tho issuance of a manifesto by the heaos
., the church which has created great
deal OF excitement and not a niue as
may among the Gentiles ana a Re" Oh
the more independent members OF 'ne
Ntor,nor Church. The manifesto is very
,,-.,,,,,,, y,orded document, and sets out
A.. s,eoioi,,,ng on the part Of the heads
~ the Church any desire that the church
shopl5 dominate over the State The
Incidents Of last falls selection, when
,vo men. Moses Thatcher and b. II.
poberts high in Office in the Church.
wore convicted Of accepting nomination.
ON the Democratic ticket without re-
colvlng the permission Of the first presi-
depcv. are referred 20. and the manifesto
s,vs that the Church leaders have unani-
n,ously agreed 20 and now promulgate a
r,,e that before accepting any position,
ar nomination, political or otherwise,
members Of the Church who hold any
church Office and 70 per cent. OF the
Mormon people do hold Church Offices,
must apply TO the proper authorities ana
learn from them whether they Will be
pormfted to accept such nomination or
posltlon. To maintain proper discipline
ana order I'm the Church. the manifesto
saws this rule IS deemed absolutely neces-
sarv and should not be considered as an
infringement on the individual rights OF
the citizens.
Their position. as defined. is that a
man having accepted the honors ana
obligations Of ecclesiastical once IN th'
church. cannot OF his own volition make
these honors subordinate or even co-orul-
nate with ones OF an entirely different
character. and that he is bound to OBJ
lain the consent OF the priesthood before
assuming any such responsibilities.
Moses Thatcher who accepted the nomi-
nation for United States Senate without
consulting the First Presidency. was de-
posed from his office Of apostle IN the
church during the conference.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-04-08
THE CUBAN RESOLUTIONS.
TLey Are Delivered to President
What VIII He Do With Thems

WASHINGTON, D., c., April T.
The concurrent resolutions Of Congress
regarding Cuba were delivered at the
Executive Mansion at $3.50 o'clock this
morning by Mr.. Platt, the Enrolling
Clerk Of the Senate. being received by
Privats-Secretary Thurber. The resolu-
lions were engrossed in duplicate. and
second copy ,waR delivered to the De-
partment OF State for record and pub
lication with the acts Of Congress, under
the provisions of the printing-law.
enacted In January, 1895. Prior to the
passage OF that act concurrent resolu-
lions were not transmitted TO the De-
partment Of State Neither has 1t been
customary 10 deliver such resolutions to
the President the only other case on
record in the twelve years of Mr.. Platts
service in the Senate being the Armenian
resolutions a couple of months ago.
The action taken In these two instances
was because they both contained a pro-
vision for possible action by the President.
GRAVE MISCHIEF POSSIBLE.
LONDON. April THE Globe. COM
mentiDx on the passage of the Cuban
resolutions by the United States House
OF Representatives, says, I'VE foresee
the gravest mischief IL President Cleve-
land attempts to bully Spain. Neverthe-
less. the situation in Cuba is desperate.
II the war continues much longer the
island will be ruined beyond redemption.
The Madrid Government should at once
give serious consideration to the ques-
ton Of making concessions to the Cubans,
despite the loss of national prestige in
uoivad -
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-04-08
GRAVE Mischief POSSIBL
ATTACK on MACEO.
Alleged Victory of Spanish and
Heavy Loss of Rebels.


HABANA, April IAN official report,
issued this aftern bon, states that govern
msnt troops attacked Maceo's forces at
La Palma, Province OF Pinar del Rio, on
March 18th. The rebels were compelled
TO retreat. They left behind them thirty
nine dead. lying in the streets OF the town.
Other dead and a number of wounded
were carried of by the insurgents The
total losses Of the rebels are calculated to
have been over ninety. The Spanish loss
Is given as six volunteers killed and seven
regular troops wounded.
This Is the first news Of a battle hav-
ing been fought at La Palma, and 1t Is
impossible to verify the truth of the Gov
ernment's accounts OF the engagement
The alleged rebel loss. when compared
with the loss sustained by the Spaniards,
lends an air OF improbability to the off,
cial report.
Colonel Moncado reports that he has de-
stroyed a rebel camp at FL Jobo, Province
Of Matanzas. The insurgents made
strong resistance. and did not retreat until
fourteen of their number were killed.
General Oliver reports the capture OF
another rebel camp at Santa Rosa The
rebel Losses In the engagement were large.
Spanish lost one lieutenant and four SOL
dlers killed and 20 wounded.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-04-08

Or A. 8. Priddy, ex-member or the
House from Charlotte, IL In the city.
Mr.. n. C. Gregory. a prominent citizen
OF Lunenburs, is on visit to Richmond.
Major C. NJ. Braxton. Of Newport News.
came up yesterday with the big excursion
party.
Hon. w. p. McRae and Mr.. w. M.
uabliston. OF Petersburg. were In the city
yesterday.
Mrs C.. d. Goodwin has left the city
10 visit her aunt, Mrs. Robert MCCOY
OF Philadelphia
Mrs Il. NJ. Grasty. Of Buckingham
county "a visiting relatives at 6H north
Eighth street.
A marriage-license was issNed IN
washington Monday to Edward Burruss
and Lillian Tyler, both OF Richmond
Miss Estelle Glover. daughter OF Mrs
r. II. Glover, OF Union Gospel MISSION
who has been very III, is convalescent.
Judge f. II. Farrar. of Amelia. who has
been very iii, was In the city yesterday
and was warmly greeted by his many
friends.
Aurora Council, No. %, Jr. o. Z. A. NJ,
celebrated its sixth anniversary at belvi-
dere Han last night In NEST enjoyable
manner.
Mr. Edgar Allan, who has just returned
from washington. reports that ne touno
the Mckinley people as confident as 'hey
could be.
Huntins's railroad show will exhibit at
Twenty-eighth and r streets to-day anu
tomorrow Two performances daily VIII
be given.
An ,mnortant meeting Of the Richmond
Druegtsfs' Association win be hsld at tne
Young Mems Christian Association Nan
Thursday night at O'Clock.
Mr.. Emanuel Raab Is erecting two nne
stores on Main street between Seventh
and Eighth. They are 70 nave IRON
fronts and 10 be constructed with all the
latest improvements.
DIR. J. NJ. Peasants. the Deputy Col
Ieetor in charge OF the Internal Revenue
ONCE in Petersburg, was In the city yes
terday, and spent some time with Col
lector Ryan.
Mr.. c. A. Hosmer, the evangelist, who
held services at the Soldiers Home NOR
day night, goes from here 10 the National
Soldiers Home, Hampton. where ne VIII
conduct a series Of meetings.
The committee appointed by the Fulton
Baptist church TO recommsnd a persna-
nent pastor will report on Thursday eve
ming. They have agreed upon sen,le-
man. but are not ready TO announce nus
name.
Rev. william J. Ennis. g. j.. vice-pres'-
dent Of Georgetown College. passed
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-04-08
Mig sunday-schooI Meetings.

Next Sunday morning in the audito-
rum OF the Second Baptist church there
will be an anniversary Sunday school
rally. Hon. James c. c. Black. repre-
sentative in Congress from the Tenth
district OF Georgia, VIII speak. Major
Black has twice defeated Tom Watson.
made famous by his where are we at"
remark. He has no superior In Georgia
as an orator. and delivered the grafton at
the unyeiling Of the Senator Ben. Hill
statue. Major Black Is superintendent
OF the Sunday school Of the First Bap-
list church, Augusta, Ga. and was
made deacon In the church while DIR.
Landrum was It's pastor. Major Black
was a member Of Mr.. Dayis's escort when
the latter left Richmond.
At p. NJ. on that day a rally OF all
the Baptist Sunday schools in Richmond
and Manchester will be held at this
church. Rev. ]. NJ. Frost, d. d., OF
Nashville. Tenn, formerly pastor Of the
Leigh-Street church, and secretary OF the
sunday-school Board OF the Southern
Baptist Convention, will speak.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-04-08
SECOND GRAND RECEPTION.
TO he In Charge of the Christian
Endeavor socicty-Y. VI. &. A. Notes

TO lie In Charge of the Christian
Endeavor socicty-Y. VI. &. A. Notes
Thursday evening at 1880 o'clock the
doors Of the Young Mems Christian Asso-
clation will be opened to the Young Peo-
ule's Societies Of Richmond and Man
chester. and the second Of the four grand
receptions given by the Young Mems
Christian Association 20 the aboye-namsu
societies will commence at o'clock.
The programme Will be In charge OF the
Young People's Societies OF Christian En-
deavor, and It IL needless TO say that 1t
Will be an excellent one. The building VIII
be brilliantly lighted, and tastefuIy deco
rated with the colors of the different So
cleties and with palms. There Is not TO
be found a prettier sight than the youth
and beauty OF our two cities, as will be
demonstrated TO those who shall attend
this second reception.
THE PROGRAMME
The programme for the evening win be
as follows: Mr. II. W. Miles. presiding;
Mr. w. y. Logan, leader Of singing l.
Evmn 'Ble.t Be the TIE" 2. Prayer.
Mr. w J. Kimbrough. 3. Hymn. stand
lin for Jesus" 4. Welcome Mr.. 5. Il.
Mckee. g. Quartstte. seyenth-Street
Christian Church Society 6. Address
R,y. Jabez Hall-"Christian Endeavor-
what 1t is. Its Object and Methods 4
Quartette, Barton Heights society. O.
Recitation, Mr.. Julian Snyder 3. MUSIC
orchestra. 10 Notices IL. Song. Wash
ington. 49," r. Benediction, Rev. S. {.
Hatcher
ms reception will be opened to all
the members OF the different societies as
follows: Baptist Young Peoples Union
Christian Endeavor. Epworth Leagues
Brotherhood Of st. Andrew, Westminster
Leagues. and the Young Mems Christian
Association.
After the programme there will be
social hour" in which all are requested
10 take part by making themselves and
all OF their friends at home. An orchestra
will bs present. on account of the lack
az space the Junior organizations cannot
b. admitted.
All who attended the first Of these recep-
tions. which was held on March 10Th last.
s,Al have pleasant memories of the good
times they had at the Young
Mems Christian Association build
Ink. Only those who wear their colors VIII
Do admitted. therefore do not forget your
admission color"
FROM BETHLEHEM TO CALVARY
Rev Or. Edward l.. Pell win deliver his
new lecture at the Young Mems Chris
tAn Association Hall on Friday night
\ hlgh-grade stereopucon viii be used
and faithful reproductions OF the great
paintings by the masters will be given.
About a month ago Secretary Mckee
announced that DR.. Il. L. Pell had decided
60 give part Of his time TO lectures on the
life OF Christ, and that he had arranged
with him to give lecture TO the Young
Mems Christian association. Great IN
terest was manifested IN the announce
ment. and all Bible students. including the
Sunday school teachers, VIII be glad TO
know that the lecture is close at hand:
Dr. Pell has given much thought ana
preparation TO this lecture. which is In
great demand. Reserved seats go on sale
this morning.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-04-08
ACTIVITY IN LOCAL POLITICS.
Several Meetings of an Interesting
Character Held Last Night.

Last night was quite an active one in
local politics. There were league meef-
ings and club meetings. and 1t began to
look like the municipal contests of former
yea-A Thus far the present campaign
has been one Of the most quietly con-
Quoted ever known in Richmond. With
the primary but little more than three
weeks on the candidates Will be pretty
active from now on. All who want 10 rum
ior office must announce themselves by
Monday. the Goth. The impression pre-
walls that number OF new aspirants for
Inc Council will come out.
THE CLAY-WARD BRANCH.
meeting Of the Clay-Ward Branch OF
The Democratic League for Good Govern
ment was held al Gatewood Hall last
night and an exceedingly large number
OF "orklngmen were present. Mr.. Henry
WOOL was ia the chair, and speeches.
setting forth the objects and work TO be
accomplished by the league were made by
A.s'fs John B. Purcell. Charles Strause,
'ohn J. King. and Jackson Guy. Many
Hpphcalions for admission TO the league
were received.
The Monroe Ward branch OF the league
had line meeting at Laube's Hall.
WORK AMONG THE CLUBS
The monthly meeting OF the Powhatan
Cia0 was held last night Considerable
routine business Was transacted. and a
number OF names were added TO the rolls.
The club IL in good shape for work.
Inc use OF it's rooms was devoted 10 the
sladison-Ward Club for It's meetirs
Thursday night. and TO the City COMMIT
Tee Tor the night OF the urinary
There was lively meeting OF the
Union Democratic Club at PowelPs Hal
last night Speeches were made by
Messrs. X. NJ. Taylor. for Mayor; John
= Epps. ]. C. Smith and c. N. Epps,
Tor City Sergeant; ID, c. Richardson ana
II NJ. Smith. Jr. for Commonwealth
Attorney; X, 8. M. Valentine, for City
Auditor; c. ~. Wallace, Minitree
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-04-08
The Y. NJ. O. A. Cyclists.

There will be a meeting Of all MEM
bers OF TIE Young Mems Christian
Association who are devotees OF the 81
lent steed, and cyclists generally, at the
association parlor Saturday night, April
18th, at o'clock, to reorganize the
Young Mems Christian Association cycle
Club In order to be eligible for mem
bership in the club. however, II is ne
cessary 10 be a member of the associa-
ton. No person under 16 years Of age
will be allowed to become a member. The
election OF officers and general organiza-
ton will be perfected Saturday night,
and a full attendance Is desired.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-04-08
OLD MAN POLLARD VERY ILL.
He Has Pneumonin-iiis Money he
Ileved to Have Been Located.


Mr.. H. C. Gregory, OF Lunenburg, was
one Of the excursionlsts who visited
Richmond yesterday. In conversation
with a Dispatch man. Mr.. Gregory said
he had, Just few hours before taking
the train. visited Oldham Pollard, the
husband Of the lady who was so brutally
murdered In Lunenburg, and that he was
an exceedingly Ill man.
Mr.. Pollard, Mr.. Gregory said, Ii suffer-
ing from pneumonia. which he contracted
by exposure In his fields during the last
snow, and his physician fears he VIII
never again leave his bed. Just what
effect his death would have on the trial
OF Mary Alternately and Pokey Barnes. Is
not apparent, but he Is a very important
witness against them, and the prosecution
would be considerably weakened.
He Is being nursed by some relatives
who have come to live with him from
Prince Edward.
II Is believed, SO some OF the Lunen-
burg excurslonists stated. that the Pol
lard money has been located, and 1t IL
expected that those who have II In their
possession will soon be made TO disgorge.
and that some very strong evidence
against Mary Alternately will be secured
thereby.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-04-08

brought to Richmond every man, woman,
and child who desired to come, but no
one thought 50 many would come. The
tremendous crowds at the stations all
along the several lines surprised the
railway people as much as they did any
one else. When II became apparent that
the trains would be damned, every effort
that could possibly be made TO obtain
additional cars was made. and four extra
coaches were hooked on 10 accommodate
the Farmville contingent, and the same
number attached to the train from Char
lottesville. 1t would have been well TO
have run trains in two sections from
all the starting points, and this Will be
done on next excursion-day. should the
indications point to a heavy influx OF
visitors TO the city.
WE'RE ANXIOUS TO COME.
1t was stated that some OF those who
were left at the stations by the flying
excursion trains yesterday had driven
or ridden as far az fifteen or twenty
miles to take advantage of the oppor-
tunity to make cheap and profitable
trip to Richmond. Hundreds stood,
satchel in hand, and watched in dismaS
the passage Of the crowded trains.
Others turned their footsteps homeward.
wearing expressions OF disappointment.
To these friends OF Richmond the asso-
regret that they were not enabled TO get
here, and promises ample accommodations
upon the May excursions. Those who
were left will find out from their neigh
boring friends and acquaintances who
did come that Richmond was anxious for
them TO be here, and would have ac-.
corded them the same hospitality and
cordial greeting which made the excur-
sions OF April z, 1896, such a decided
ft1F. 70 nd "a
profit. and instruction TO the thousands
who did come.
DEPARTURE OF EXCURsIONISTS.
Extra coaches were added to the out
going trains in order, as far as possible,
every passenger might be given a COM
Portable seat upon his return trip. The
trains had fixed hours for departing.
Nearly all OF them left between the hours
Of 6 and o'clock. The railway stations
presented lively scenes between these
hours. At the depot OF the Chesapeake
and Ohio, from which the Charlottesville
and the Old Point trains left about the
same time, there was a dense crowd
numbering In the neighborhood of 1900
persons. Notwithstanding the fact that
nearly everybody had one or more bun
dies, and was anxious to get aboard, the
most perfect order prevailed, and tho
trains pulled out without a hitch or an
incident to mar the pleasure or comfort
OF the immense crowd OF excursIonists
The authorities OF the Chesapeake and
Ohio did all in their power to AFFORD the
visitors every possible convenience and
comfort.
AN INTERESTING SCENE.
A very interesting scene was that at
the Byrd-Street station at o'clock. when
the Farmville train made it's departure
For fully half an hour the excursionists
had been waiting for the train to pull
up that they might ensconce themselves
and their packages, grips, and bundles
OF all descriptions in seats, and adjust
themselves for the long ride home. A
great mass Of humanity formed around
the depot, and from the appearance Of
the surroundings one might have easily
imagined that the whole town was
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-04-08
Or. Leftuich,s min Questioned.

AT the meeting Monday of the Henrico
Board Of Supervisors the bill OF DR.. A. l..
Leftwich, the county ply sician, was ques-
toned, and the board finally refused to
pay II. In his bill as presented. the ply
stefan charged for fifty-f1ve visits to indi-
gent sick persons outside the almshouse
at 81 per visit. and the board. through a
special officer detailed to investigate, were
Informed that the Doctor had only paid
twenty-five visits. Mr.. Rose moved to
reduce the bill to SIS and to pay that
amount, but DIR. Leftwich. who indignant
ly denied the charge, said he would only
accept that amount under protest. where
upon Mr.. Rose moved not to pay the bill
at all, and this motion was agreed to-
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-04-08

OF Richmond Trade IL but pleasant
memory, not only TO those who took ad-
vantage Of II to come to the capital OF
the Old Dominion. hut also 70 the citizens
OF Richmond in ak walks OF life.
THE RESULTS MOST GRATIFYING.
The officers Of the Trade Association
were particularly gratified at the results
OF the first excursion-day. The patron
age was larger than they dreamed OF.
the days business In all lines was good,
and, above all, the people who came were
all well pleased. The thouEhtfulness OF
the association In providing extra coaches
on the return trips was appreciated by
all The trains were chartered outright,
and In order that every attention might
be shown those coming TO Richmond ex-
perienced conductors were employed. and
sent out the night before, so as to have
one on every train In addition to the
regular crew. These representatives, of
the association, who were. veteran rail-
road-men, also accompanied the excur-
sionists on the return trips. The order
was excellent, and, barring the discomfort
OF crowding coming down, there was not
a d.sf..reeabie feature In connection with
the undertaking.
President Rhoads. OF the Trade Associa-
ton. was not In the city yesterday. but
Vice President Kaufman, Secretary
Meyer, and Treasurer Cans, as well as
Mr.. Earle. the advertising manager, all
wore smiling countenances last evening.
The Executive Committee. which is COM
posed of the officers. and Mr. Taylor
Grandy will meet tonight to receive re-
ports upon the results OF yesterday. and
discuss plans for the future. 1t Is be-
lieyed that yesterdays excursions con-
siderably more than paid expenses. 1t is
proposed to have the excursions about
once a month throughout the summer.
The officers feel that In their future
efforts they will have the more hearty
cooperation OF the businessmen Of Rich
mond. and that both here and along the
railroads even greater interest Will be
felt.
The trade excursions are no longer an
experiment. They are an assured success.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-04-08

The members of the Gesangverein
Virginia held their annual Easter gather
ing at Sanger Hall Monday night. The
orchestra rendered several popular Sc
lections. The Gesangyerein, OF which
Mr.. Charles Phillips Is the president,
sang two fine choruses in very salts
factory manner.
4 German comedy was afterwards
given, which caused much humcr and
laughter. Mr.. Charles Loeifier intro
duced a very pathetic song. which he
sang In splendid style. After the come
dy there was ball. Mr.. Edward Stumpf
served an elegant supper.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-04-08
Mrs. william Henry Jones Dead.

Mrs. william Henry Jones, wife OF
the well-known tobacconist, died at the
residence Of her husband, No. 500 west
Franklin street. at els o'clock last
night. She had been III for some time.
Mrs. Jones was a most estimable Chris
tan woman. She was a daughter Of
Colonel Reene. Of Pittsylyania county.
Va. She leaves but one child-Afiss May
Jones.
The funeral win occur from the resi-
dence at IL O'Clock tomorrow.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-04-08

Fowlkes, J. /. Taiiaferro. Joseph FLAIR
rity, J. n. Lswder, Adam Diacont. John
n. Grimes, John A. Curtis, and Mar
shall E Ramos.
The meeting OF the u. X. Club was
largely attended, and a number Of cam
didates spoke. each one presenting his
own claims. The club meets every Tues-
day night. Twenty-Five members were
received into the organization last night.
The Old Dominion and Rockets clubs
will meet tonight at their respective
headquarters.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-04-08
Nen.Iea MT the Pcnftentiary.

Not only all the children in Richmond
and Manchester, but even the conyicts In
the penitentiary, have broken out with
the measles. About thirty of the prison.
ers had the disease yesterday, and new
cases wero developing every hour. The
malady was at first confined 20 the white
nrI-oners. but IL Is now among the color
ed ones, and as many OF them have to
occupy the came cell 1t may be imagined
how the disease Will spread.