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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10
DEATH STOPS THE BALLOTING.
Kentucky States Senator Weissinger
Passes Away UnexUectedIy.

FRANKFORT. KY, March 9.-When
the House met this morning the galleries
and lobbies were cleared of all but mem
bers, the Speaker announcing that he
was not going to have any more intlmida-
ton. The Senate adjourned until l:59
o'clock shortly after being called to
order on account of Senator Weissingers $
condition, ard the House was voting on
a motion Of the same kind when the
Senator's death was announced. The Re
publicans were voting nay until Senator
Weissinger's death was announced, when
they changed, and the session adjourned
until II :05 o'clock
The vacancy caused by the death of
Senator Weissinger cannot be filled in
time for a successor TO take his seat
The law requires eight days notice for
such an election, and the Legislature
ends by constitutional limitation march
18th.
Mr.. Welssinger had been i'll but a few
days. This morning what was at first
thought 10 be a very bad cold developed
into acute pneumonia. and ne died at
II 80 in his ROOM at the Capitol Hotel.
He was a prominent Louisville lawyer
The joint session at Il o'clock was only
held in formal compliance with the law
When IL was called TO order Mr.. Carroll
rose and explained that an agreement
had been reached by which only two
members-one for each side-were to vote.
Senator Bennett voted for Boyle and
Senator Bronson for Blackburn. Others
failed to respond to their names. except
Poor. who voted for Petit. In order that
the Populists might be represented. The
session then adjourned until noon to-
morrow.
The death Of Senator Wessiger was
hard blow to the friends of Senator
Blackburn's candidacy. Senator Weis-
singer shortly before his death. was visit
ed by many Of his colleagues of both
houses. and among the last words he
uttered to those of his own financial
views was a request that they stand by
their sound-money principles TO the last
The promise was given TO the dying Sena-
tor and whatever hope the free-siver
Democrats may haye cherished OF the
election OF Senator Blackburn may never
be realized.
TIRED OF DEADLOCK.
CONVICTION. KY, March 9.-Repre-
sentative Pence. in an Interview this
afternoon in regard to the senatorial
deadlock. says: We are all getting tired
OF the long struggle between the Republ-
cans and Democrats. The senatorial fight
is blocking all legislation, and there are
many legislators who want TO adjourn
now.
''Yes. am still for Blackburn, and so
is all OF our delegation. but | am doubtful
OF his election In the event that 1t be-
comes positive that Blackburn cannot
be elected. | will vote for Carlisle.
believe that the fight will end in Car
IfcIasg election -
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10
STNAD BY MR.. ALLAN.
Third District Republican Committee Con-
demDS Lamb for Removing Him.
THEY WILL ISSUE An ADDRESS,
John Mitchell the Only Member to
Uphold the Chairman of the Ex-
ecutiye Committee-Both Allan and
Murphy Talk.

The Republican Committee of the Third
District held a lengthy conference at the
office of Judge Waddill last evening. and
ii was some time after midnight when
the body adjourned. The result OF this
lengthy session was that an address was
prepared, which will be issued to-day.
in which Colonel Lambs action In re-
moving Mr.. Edgar Allan from the
chairmanship of the City Committee is
condemned.
The vote disappearing Colonel Lambs
action was four to one, John Mitchell be-
ing the solitary member TO uphold the State
chairman. while MIR. J. n. Southwark
chairman. Judge Edmund Waddill. Jr.,
Major Joseph Walker and Mr.. Wray
T. knight were opposed to the course
taken by the leader.
The committee decided to stand by the
action taken at their last meeting. when
counties and cities were instructed 10
elect delegates to the convention to be
held on the I'd of April
The session OF the committee was quite
a lively one. Mitchell made big fight
against the address. and delayed its adop-
ton.
ALLAN WILL NOT YIELD.
Mr.. Edgar Allan returned to the city
last night from Washington, where he
has been for several days. Mr. Allan
claims that he is by no means succeeded
I'm the city chairmanship by Mr.. Muir
ply. and says that he has called a
meeting OF his committee to be held at
Wilkinsons Hall tonight. He says that
every one Of the seventy-eight members
OF his committee recognize him as the
head Of that body. with the exception
probably of five or six.
THE LAMB CHAIRMAN.
Mr.. Michael Murphy. who according
to the decree Of Colonel Lambs Repub-
lican State Committee is now city
chairman. has not yet decided upon his
plans, nor selected the members Of the
body Of which he is al the head.
He said yesterday that he did not care
for notoriety, and had rather that some
other Republican, who was more of a
politician, had been appointed To the po-
Gfffpu
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10

day and night in the week. Serious diff
culties have been encountered in finding
a site for the tabernacle, and the ques-
ton OF location has not yet been settled.
but II will be finally determined on to-
morrow night.
Mr.. w. L. Carneal was made treasurer
OF the Building Committee. The treasurer
was ordered 10 pay the bill for pulling
down the old walls, and committee was
appointed, consisting Of u. H. Van Buren,
T.. W. Gates. G. l.. jenkins, Il. +. Cosby
Reuben Burton. Samuel II. Herndon. and
A. r. Craig. to have the bricks cleaned
and disposed OF according to the judgment
of the committee. and also to have the
debris removed as speedily as possible
The church was also requested by the
committee to release the pastor from his
ordinary duties, so far the condition
OF the church would Justify in order that
he might devote his time to the duties
which lie upon him as chairman of the
Building Committee.
GRACE-STREET CHURCH NOTES.
The Grace-Street church appreciates
most highly the cordial offer by the yes
try OF the st. Paups church of their
house Of worship. II is not certain yet
that they will be able to share the hospi-
tally thus courteousy extended to them.
Dr. Hatcher said to a Dispatch re-
porter last night that he had received
hundreds Of letters. which. owing TO his
pressing duties In connection with his re-
vival meeting, had not yet been answered.
They would now receive his immediate
attention. he said. as he had secured
stenographer, and would undertake to re-
ply to all communications
DIR. HOGES LETTER.
This cordial note from Rev. Dr. Hoge
explains itself:
Richmond. Va. March 7, 1896.
My Dear DR.. Hatcher.
Enclosed please find my check for 500.
This is my personal contribution to the
rebuilding Of your church. The people 10
whom | minister WILL l doubt not. take
pleasure i'm giving you their liberal aid.
With best and kndest wishes | remain.
Yours fraternally,
MOSES ID. HOGE
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10
VERY GRATIFYING MEETINGS.
The Grace-street ReyiynI-Arrang-
Ing 10 Build the TabernncIc

DR.. Hatcher and his people had another
varied experience on Sunday. At IL \. NJ
they crowded the synagogue to its utmost
capacity. The pastor called up his young
men and gave them a hand-grasp. They
looked like handsome military company
as they filed up one aisle and down the
other Thirty persons were received for
baptism.
Dr. Hatcher preached on "The Evi-
dences OF Conversion" after which quite
number of persons confessed Christ
The Grace-Street congregation is delight
ed with the synagogue. Ii is most COM
Portable and beautiful place for worship
At the Sunday school, which was held
at the First Presbyterian church In the
afternoon, there were 62S children pres
ent
AT GROVE-AVENUE CHURCH
The Grace-Street people and their pas
tor went up in great numbers to worship
with their brethren OF the Grove-Avenue
church on Sunday night. This was upon
a special invitation. The edlfce was
crowded on the floor and in the gallery
DIR. Hatcher preached. From the begin
ming OF his sermon there was marked Sc
robustness, and the most solemn atten-
ton. The pastor closed with an invita-
tion 10 those who were ready To confess
Christ and unite with the Church,
whether their preference should be the
Grace-Street or the Grove-Avenue church.
10 come forward. and eleven persons
promptly responded Two OF them asked
for membership in the Grove-Avenue and
nine in Grace-Street church. Ii was a
novel spectacle TO see persons coming up
In one group. and yet applying for mem
bership i'm different churches When. at
the close of the exercises DR. Hatcher
proposed that the new members be well
coined with a handshake, the two
churches mingled In one stream and pour
ed In great numbers.
Thus far DR. Hatcher has received over
seventy persons for baptism and the
number will be considerably increased BY
other applicants He baptized twelve per-
sons AT the Calvary Baptist church last
n,gtt and will baptlze others tonight
and tomorrow night.
THE PROPOSED NEW CHURCH.
After the baptism last night the Build
,rg Committee OF Grace-Street church was
callad together. and they spent an hour
I'm earnest deliberation.
THE church feels that II Is absolutely
necessary to provide some place for
meeting until the new church can be
erected The idea now prevalent Is 10
build a framed tabernacle sufficiently
large TO accommodate the Sunday school.
and the various societies ami committees
which have their meetings almost every
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10
ACCIDENT TO THE INDIANA.
II VIII Prevent the Docking of the
Shin Thursday.

WASHINGTON. March "a dispatch
received at the Navy Department this
afternoon reported that the battleship In
diana had met with slight accident to
her machinery to-day while leaving
Hampton Roads for Port Royal, S. c.,
which would prevent her from being
docked at that place on Thursday next
The accident consisted in the bending
Of her steam-valve. and several days
will be required to make repairs.
There is much disappointment over the
delay at the Navy Department. as the
high tide necessary to Port Royal to
allow the Indiana to 90 into the dock
will not be again available for some
time. and the docking may be further
postponed.
The new government dry-dock at Port
Royal is the largest of its kind in this
country. and naval officers have looked
forward with much interest 10 placing in
il OF the Indiana. the largest ship In our
navy. The docking is in the nature of
a test, but officials of the Navy Depart
ment are confident that the Indiana can
be placed in the basin successfully with
out injury to dock or ship.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10
omcer. OF the wom.n,. c,ub.

The annual meeting OF the Woman's
Club was held at the clubs home last
evening. The following officers for the
ensuing year were unanimously elected:
President, Mrs. Charles Davenport.
First Vice-President. Mrs. Archer An
derson.
Second vice-President, Mrs. virglnius
Newton.
Robinson.
Corresponding Secretary, Mrs. Arthur
LEROY.
Treasurer Miss Jane rutherford.
New Members OF the Board OF Govern
ors-Mrs. William l.. Sheppard. Mrs. John
Hunter, Miss Mamie Winston. Mrs. Bev-
erly b. Munford. and Mrs. Christopher L.
Tompkins.
The attendance upon the session was
very large and encouraging.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10
The weather.

- WASHINGTON. March 9.-Fors
IrAlp cast for Virginia: Fair. warmer
wv" weather; variable winds, becoming
I southeriy.
For North Carolina aud South Carolina:
Fair and warmer weather; light sostheriy
winds.
The low pressure noted twenty-four
hous ago in the Rocky Mountain dis
tricts has developed into storm area or
slight energy, now central In southern
Illinois. The area OF high pressure has
moved 10 the South Atlantic coast.
The weather is clear In the Atlantic
and Gulf districts. Clouds have formed
in the Lake regions and in the Upper
Mississippi and Lower Mississippi vr'-
leys. No precipitation Is reported, ex-
cent a few scattered showers In the
Lake regions.
The temperature has risen decidedly In
the Mississippi Valley. and slightly In
the East and South. IL is colder In
the Rocky Mountain districts and the
Northwest.
Cloudy and threatening weather. with
showers. is indicated for the Lake re-
gIons. and the Ohio Valley. The wealth
or will continue fair In other districts
Hssher temperature will prevail In tho
Atlantic coast districts and the Eastern
oulf states, and lower temperature In
the Lower Missouri Valley. II w!'l
he warmer In the Lake regions, and Will
,cmain cool In the Northwest.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10
ALLEGED TRAIN-WRECKE
said to- Have Planned Death of
Wives of Two of Them.

ATLANTA. GA, March "a special
TO the Constitution from Macon, Ga,
says: The preliminary trial Of three white
men-Tom Shaw, Warren Cresswell, and
Johnnie Ammerson-who were arrested
Saturday by Deputy-Sherlr Smith. OF
Twiggs county, on suspicion OF having
wrecked the Southern train at Stone
creek, did not take place to-day at Bond s
store in Twiggs county. near Reds sta
ton, but was deferred until Wednesday
when ii will occur at JeffersOnville. jus
tces Bull and Horn were expected to
hold commitment hearing this morning
but IL was considered best 10 postpone
Opinion is divided as to the guilt OF the
parties. 1t is said the evidence is strong
and sensational against one OF the three
men, the theory OF the detectives being
that the prisoners deliberately planned
10 wreck the train In order that the
wives OF two OF them. who were aboard,
might be killed in the wreck, and the
husbands then sue the road for damages.
SO far the railroad has taken no part
i'm the arrest and prosecution OF the men.
Deputy-Sheriff Smith, OF Twiggs. is the
leading spirit In the prosecution.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10

five years has been the manager OF tho
Richmond Music Company has con-
cluded TO go to New York city to re-
side. Recently Mr.. PAUL has been re-
markabiy successful as a composer OF
sheet-music. and has determined TO de-
vote his entire time TO publishing and
wholesalng music, and he regards the
metropolis as a greater field for this work.
Mr.. PAUL Is the author OF the famous
Ben Hur Chariot-Race March," which
has had a phenomenal sale OF 5000 co.
pies during the past twelve months.
Mr.. j. G. Cosby. who has been ASSOC
ciated with Mr.. PAUL several years has
assumed the management OF the Rich
mond Music Company.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10
TALK ABOUT FUNERAL REFORM.
The Ministers to Make This n Sub
iect of Special Discussion.

ject of Special Discussion.
The Ministerial Union Of Richmond held
its monthly meeting yesterday in the
Young Mems Christian Association par
lors. Rev. j. j. Gravatt presided, and
after the opening prayer read a letter
from Rev ]. Calvin Stewart, which stated,
with many regrets, that he was compel
ed. on account Of ill-health, to resign
the position of secretary and treasurer
OF the union. The resignation was reluc-
tsntly accepted. and Rev. Mr.. Chumbley
was elected TO fill the vacancy.
Upon motion II WIS decided to have a
committee Of four. to b. called the
Executive Committee, whose duty IT will
be 10 consider any questions prior to their
coming before the union, and also to
arrange for an address by some minister
at each meeting. Drs. Kerr. Hatcher,
Tudor. and Morehead were appointed as
the committee
a resolution extending the deepest sym
pathy 10 Or. Hatcher and HIS congrega-
tion In the burning Of their church was
unanimously adopted.
The subject Of Funeral Reform was
brought up and informally discussed by
many Of the members DR.. Hoge said 1t was
a matter Of great importance. and reform
was much needed in this city. He emu
merated some Of the reasons why he
thought the ministers should discuss the
subject OF funeral services with the view
OF ascertaining what reforms I'm the mode
Of conducting them are possible. II was
decided TO make this the theme for dis
cussiOn at the April meeting. and DR..
Hoge was requested to prepare a paper,
which he consented TO do. Some OF the
points touched upon in yesterdays dis
cussion were double funeral services, the
lingering of the family at the grave until
the dirt is shoyeled in upon the casket,
and the entrance OF the undertaken in
the church with the officiating minister.
Rev Mr.. Garrison read very able
paper on the form Of argument which
Christianity demands for its teaching at
fha ureSenf fine
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10

We have now on hand a supply Of OUR
HEROES AND OUR FLAGS. and those
holding coupons can obtain pictures by
presenting them at our counter and pay
ing 10 cents; or, If to be mailed. by pay
ing 10 cents and 2-cent stamp in ad-
dltion.
We have filled all out-of-town orders up
to date.
To those who did not avail themselves
of our coupon offers, we will be ready
in future to furnish the Confederate SOU
venir for % cents. when accompanied with
small section OF the Dispatch heading
and date from two different issues.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10
GORMAN's FORTHCOMING SPEECH.
His Opposition to bill Touching En-
Iisfmcnt Of Naval MiIitia.

WASHINGTON, ID. c.. March "a
mistaken idea as to the nature OF the
speech Of Senator German will make on
his motion TO reconsider the bill that
recently passed the Senate authorizing
the President in case it becomes neces-
sary 30 enlist naval militia and charter
ships for use as transports, Is abroad.
Mr.. German said this morning that he
did not intend to discuss the subject Of
the revenues Of the government In con-
nection with his motion. He placed his
oppositlon on entirely different grounds.
He looks upon the power granted in the
bill as unusual and uncalled for under
existing conditions. For that reason only
does he think the Senate should reconsd-
er its action and refuse TO pass the bill.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10
Death of an Old Richmond Citizen.

The remains OF Mr.. Robert Harold,
= former resident OF this city. who died
In Brooklyn on Sunday viii reach Rich
mend on the $40 Richmond. Fredericks-
burg and Potomac tram this morning,
and the funeral will take place from
Bvrd-Street station. The deceased was
In the Slth year Of his age and lived here
nearly all his life. He kept a eroekery
store on Broad street near Ninth for
many years and was known here as
thoroughly honorable. conscientious citi-
zen. whose chief characteristic was 20
attend closely 20 his own business and let
everybody elses alone. Mr.. Earold's >
father and mother were Irish. and they,
too. resided here In his early days toe
deceased conducted a grocery store. ne
leave one son and one daashter. Inc
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10
Buy the Celebrated Chase Brothers
Pianos,
Sold by the manufacturers.
CHASE BROTHERS PIANO CO..
sos east Main street.

We have on hand few fine Prayer
Books, Family Bibles. Gold Pens,
Leather Cases. etc, which We are closing
out at great sacrifice for cash. Call
and look at them at once.
WEST. JOHNSTON & CO.
No. SO east Main street.
Charles A. Rose Receiver).
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10
Retyrement. and Promotions.

WASHINGTON. March Son the re-
commedation Of the Naval Retiring
Board President Cleveland has directed
the retirement of Lieutenant Henry 5.
Chase. Surgeon Thomas owens, and Car
penter William II. Barrett.
The recommendations Of the Naval
Examining Board for the promotion Of
Lieutenant BENJAMIN II. Buckingham to
be lieutenant commander; Lieutenant
John Hebbins, junior grade, to be lieu
tenant: Ensign George X. Slocum TO be
lieutenant. and Surgeon James A. Hawke
10 be medical inspector. have also been
approved by the President
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10
THE BATTLE OF ADOWA.
Losses OF the Abyssinisns Enormous.
kassali Evacuated.

ROME, March 9.-Omcial reports OF the
battle fought March LIST between Italians
and Abyssinians. at Adowa, confirm the
previous reports OF heavy losses on both
sides, those Of the AbyJsinlans having
been enormous. General Arimondi was
wounded and Ia a prisoner IN the hands
of the Abysslnians. In obedience TO the
order OF General Bald.ssera. kassal has
been evacuated by the Italians.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10

former has been married twice. his hrst
wife being a Miss Maue and his secons
Miss rishe. Miss Harold married .
Mr.. English.
The deceased was a member OF the
Richmond Light Infantry Blues In the
early days OF that organization. but did
not go to war with the historic com.
pany as bis age then disqualified him
for service.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10
Inv Lectures.

Commencing to-day at i. NJ.
Professor John b. Minor. Jr.. Will de-
liver before the law classes of Richmond
College a course OF about fifty lectures
on Criminal Law and Evidence Students
who have taken law at Richmond Col
lege since 1890. are invited TO attend thu
lectures free OF charge. Other persons
who desire TO take the course will be
charged a fee of $50.
For further information address Presl-
dent f. w BOatWright
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10
A PARDON DENIED.
Inquiry Into sanity of Convicted
Couuterfeiter.

WASHINGTON. ID. c., March 9.-The
President has denied a pardon in the case
Of ]. f. Garner. of Alabama, sentenced
I'm May. 1895. to one year in the Kings
county penitentary, Brooklyn, y. Y, for
Illicit distilling.
The President has directed the Clerk OF
Pardons 10 report what procedure is neces-
sarv TO determine the sanity Of w. G..
BonneV. If Georgia. convicted of coun-
terfeiting in February. 1924. and now con-
fined in the Ohio penitentiary.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10
NOMINATION OF CONsULs.
Nr. Richard L.. Miller. of Virginia,
on the List.

WASHINGTON, d. c., March 9.-The
President sent to the Senate to-day. the
following nominations: United States
Consuls-Clement j. Dietrich. OF Mary
land. at Nantes. France; Richard l.. Mil
Ter. of virginia. at Hull. Eng; Etheibert
Watts. of Pennsylvania, at Horgen.
Sutherland.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10

The owl Cycle Club held meeting
last night. at which committee was ap.
pointed TO confer with the Richmond
Riding and Driving Association to COM
plete all arrangements for the bicycle
races which 1t has been agreed by both
organizations shall take place at the
spring meeting OF the latter.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-03-10
Movements of Warships.

WASHINGTON. March achievements
OF naval vessels have been reported to-
day as follows The Boston arrived at
Nagasaki on Friday. The Marion ar
rived at Coqulmbo. Chile, on Saturday
The Dolphin arrived at Puerto Cortez,
Honduras.