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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25

The discussion of the question whether
DR.. Nansen reached the North Pole. ana
by what route he II returning, II Indeed
he Ia returning, Is waxing pretty hvey'
and the romance and adventures OF
pair OF oii-skiu trousers Is playing on
important part In It, Nansen. az mas
been repeatedly published, based his the
ory that a current set from the neigh
borhood OF the New Siberian ISLANDS
across the Pole. partially upon the u.s.
covery on an ice foe OF the east coast
OF Greenland OF what were said to be-
and were generally accepted as reiiesof the
Jeanette. These relics included certain
pair OF oil-skin trousers. When the pews
that Nansen had been successful IN his
quest for the Pole and was on his way
back to civilization reached this country.
American Arctic explorers for the most
part began TO argue against the proba-
bilty OF such a thing. and the jean
neite relic matter came 10 the front
again. II was pretty generally con-
coded that II Nsnsen was returning oy
the route he started out on there was
something wrong with his polar current
theory. This theory was secuted In
goud many quarters. and finally, to cap
the climax. DR.. Dali, the Arctic eH-
pert of the Smithsonian Institution
came out In an interview in which ne
declared that the Jeanette relics were
bogus, and had been placed on the noe
By some young officers OF the Yantic or
another of the Greedy relief ships, as
a Joke Commodore Melville sustained
DR.. Dali TO the extent OF saying that
when the relic story was first published
he nailed Il as untrue, that he had never
been able to identify the relics and that
there was never such a pair OF oil-skin
trousers on the Inflated Jeanette.
on the other hand. however, officers who
were on the several ships sent In search
OF the Greedy party declare that no such
prank as Or. Dali alleges was played,
and Noros. who was one of the jean
nette's complement, asserts that he, whilo
on the vessel, was the owner OF a pair
of oil-skn trousers. answering to the de-
that they were lost on the expedition.
Whether, therefore. Nansen has by ac-
tual experience proved his theory or not.
II would seem In order to hunt
UP the trousers under discussion and SUBJ
NIT them to the inspection OF Noros.
II Noros knows his own trousers. he
may be able not only to settle an i'm
portsnt and much disputed question, but
insure them the enduring fame they
they certainly ought not to pass into
oblivion. They ought to be embalmed
and deposited in the Smithsonian Insti-
tuition as warning to DR.. Dali and
other Arctic experts against talking pre-
maturely and pinning their faith too
readily to forecastle yarns.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25

regard IA the action Of other countries
would be practicable and desirable.
In the county. city. precinct. and ais
trjcs meetings. and in the various S'ass
conventions soon to be held. ana nna''y
IN the Chicago convention this Issue
most soon be fought out; but there need
be no III temper shown. The winners
should be modest and considsrate IN
their hour OF triumph: the losers should
accept defeat In good temper.
1t is more than likely that the VIZ
sinia delegation to Chicago Will be d.
vided delegation on the currency CUES
ton: but we feel sure that our delega-
ton will go to Chicago prepared to ac-
cept the decision Of that body-prepared
10 accept II heartily and In good faith.
The delegates to our State convention
from each congressional district VIII as-
semble at Staunton in district conven-
ton and elect two delegates to Chicago,
while the State convention itself-nearly
LOO membership elect four delegates
to Chicago from the State at large.
From the day that our first county or
district meeting Is held In furtherance
OF the presidential nomination until our
four delegates at large are elected we
may expect 'lively contests" between
tie "free-silver'' and ''sound-money"
Democrats OF Virginia. but Ne earnestly
trust that these contests will be con-
Quoted in friendly spirit and will leave
no permanent IN effect, nor cause any
estrangement of Democratic brethren.
Our party is a party which believes In
the rule Of the majority; the majority
must and should control in this matter.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25
m, Lynchburg Advance hopes that the

Tn, Lynchburg Advance hopes that the
grade of acknowledgement OF the army
of the United States will not be revived
or created to honor General Miles. The
Advance thinks that no man who mall
treated prisoner as Miles did Jefferson
Davis is fit to be at the head Of that
chivalrous body OF gentlemen who COM
pose the officers OF our army and navy
This General Miles," ii says, had the
helpless and feeble old man manacled
and riveted with chains to the dungeon
floor like a wild beast" etc.
We believe that it is asserted nova
days that the Stacking of Mr.. Davis was
due to orders received from Andy John
son or Secretary Stanton; but, however
that may be. Mrs. Davis's memoirs of
her husband contain many references to
Miles's meanness in matters which were
absolutely within his control as COM
mandant Of Fort Monroe.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25
THE ACTRESS SECRET,
How she Kept Young and FRESH
Looking.

LOOKING.
One Of the most remarkable women IN
America Is "a popular actress whose name
Is known all over the world. She IL a
beautiful and vivaclous woman, and yet;
strange to say. she Is nearly 60 years or
u to-day as fresh and youthful In APP
pearance as many a woman OF 80 II was
In recent Interview that she told the
secret OF her marvellous vitality.
II owe all my health and vigor," she
said, "to the fact that l am In the
liant. About twenty years ago was adj
vised to do this by an eminent physician,
and have followed his advice ever since.
Whenever feel at ali weak or run down
I find II is the best thing. / can take in
order to get strength and energy. That
Is why l manage to keep so young az my
age. and never know what II Is TO have
a days sickness"
For the information OF ladies who may
wish TO follow the example OF this fortu-
nate woman II may be added that Dufy' 3
pure malt whiskey IS the stimulant to
years been enthusiastic In recommending
Ii because she knows from her own ex--
perience that IL IL pure. healthful, and
invigorating. She has found IL unequalled
for building up the system. and thousands
OF other women have testified to the
same effect. There Is. in fact, nothing
like Duffy's pure malt for setting the
blood in motion, tonIng up the digestive
organs, and imparting new life and vigor.
1t is also the best thing to take for
curing or preventing colds, chills, coughs.
the grip, or pneumonia. For this reason
be careful when ordering from your gro
Ger or druggist to insist on getting Duff
fys pure malt whiskey. and accept no
substitute. There Is nothing else that can
produce the same effects.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25
Sheriff Of Southampton

The Presbyterians are to move their
Union Theological Seminary from Prince
Edward county. Va, where II was estab-
lished in 1924. 10 Richmond. The archi-
tects have drawn the plan OF the new
buildings-three in cumberland they are
uncommonly striking. as the pictures in
the Dispatch represent them. They are
decidedly handsome. The Spence Library,
the Waits HALF 0he main seminary
building). and the dormitory building are
attractive indeed. The last has a fine
family look. Mr.. Watts, OF Durham, N. c.,
gives $4,000 towards erecting the building
named after him. The location Is de-
scribed as beautiful. North Carolina has
long been Identified with this fine school
Of the prophets, and dozens Of her minis
tiers have beeen taught there. II Will
move out TO higher things and with wider
sweep of influence. So be IL. Success all
around.-Wilmington On. CO Messenger
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25

It is not often that We agree with
Granny" Hoar. but on Thursday he
sought to secure legislation that we
heartily endorse. When the bill relating
to marriages in the District of Colum-
bla was under discussion Mr.. Hoar Of
fered an amendment designed to pro-
tect American beauties from the rapacity
OF foreign Adventures, whether titled
or untitled. We favor high protection in
this matter. All American beauties ought
TO marry at home. especially rich
American beauties. The export OF gold
through the matrimonial channel has be-
come a serious matter and calls no less
for a remedy than it's export through
other channels. There are many eligible
young men in this country who would
be glad to replenish their depleted sur
plus by submitting to a matrimonial
gold-bond.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25

RICHMOND RAILWAY
AND
ELECTRIC COMPANY.
STREET-CAR TRANSFERS.
FACILITIES OFFERED
TO THE TRAVELLING PUBLIC.

Commencing January /, 1896. this
company extended its transfer system
TO embrace all connecting lines OF street
railway in Richmond and Manchester
A passenger is allowed the privilege OF
transfer to any come ting line In either
city, and In any direction at junction
The payment OF a scent fare entities
a passenger to only ONE transfer ticket.
but additional transfers are allowed on
the same ticket at any point printed
thereon, which does not return the pas
senger to the point OF starting.
Transfer tickets must be obtained from
conductors at the time fares are paid.
and passengers are requested TO see that
tickets are properly punched for the de-
sired transfer.
Interchange between the Main-streat and
Clay-street lines. at central points, In
any direction.
: All the parks and suburban districts
can be reached from any point In either
city by payment OF one fare. ia i2-ts
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25
TIE RICHMOND DISPATCH.
BY TEE DESPATCH coMpANY.

The DAILY DISPATCH 10 delivered TO
eubxcribevs at FIFTEEN CENTS per
4c<k. payable to the carrier weekly.
Mailed At Is per annum; - Tor SIX
rpor1<hs: Hbo for three months; boc. Tor
one month. Price per copy. cents
The Weekly DISPATCH az per
1nnuu. :, 49, -,
The SUNDAY DISPATCH 81 si-So per
nnnum: or 75c. for six months
Subscriptions In all cases pay,iof ~ ssa
vance and no paper continued after the
exn,ration OF the time paid for. seno
nost-of5ice money -order. check. or fexs s,,
tered letter Currency sent by mail WI,
be ~ the risk OF the sender. supscr,o.s s,
wishing their post-office changed nus
give their old, as we'll as their new pos'
Office. Sample copies free.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25

court OF bis county at each term there
of what ne thinks Is proper
allowance to the Commemorative At
tcrney for services rendered IN county
court since the last term OF sad CO cult
court. and such circuit judge to aua
thereto such amount as he nay conhoer
proper for services performed In his
court, or so much as may is rectTssry
TO make such allowance exceed the rini-
mum provided for the county, bnt rot
TO add enough to exceed The maximum.
1t would seem to me that The above plan
would put the fixing Of the amounts
paid prosecuting attorneys N the hands
of those best able to know what they
were entitled to, and our judiciary stands
so high in the estimation of every one,
that all would feel sure OF justice being
done. OTTO LEWIS EVANS,
Commemorative Attorney OF Amherst
Amherst. Va. February 2oth.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25
A friend writes US asking what further

A friend writes us asking what further
thing the Legislature can do TO prevent
answer nothing, so far as we now know.
The passage of Senator Jones's bill seems
to dispose OF the whole question. so far
as the Legislature can take action i'm the
premises. But there is local Richmond)
aspect of the case, which may demand at
tentIon. The United States inspector Will
be here in few days. and after seeing
him we may have a suggestion to make
to our Richmond authorities. and the
State Board OF Control.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25

The suicide of Hon. NJ. ID. Harter, OF
Ohio. must have been a great surprise
to his friends. He was Democrat, a
sound-money Democrat, and was tho
roughly familiar with the silver ques-
ton and with currency questions gen.
orally. We admired his ability very
much, and took occasion once. we think,
to laud him for his close acquaintance
with these questions.
A suicide Is a sad thing 1t Is totally
inexpiicable how such man as Mr.
Harter can make up his mind to enter
that undiscovered country" whence no
traveller returns.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25
WnshlngtOn's birthday.

Harper's BaZar)
Thrilling bugle. throbbing drum-beat ban
ners waving in the air.
Pomp and pageant and rejoicing, joy OF
psople everywhere,
In the waning OF the winter. lift OF cho-
rus, fash OF wing,
And the keeping of birthday. In the fore
cast Of the spring..
All our hearts new knit together as the
lannon's thunders pour,
Jubllant salutings over river, fortress, hill,
and shore,
While our thought goes back to kindle at
the cradle where there lies
Just a simple newborn baby, dear In
mothers loving eyes.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25

Frank 7. Witten. OF Tazeweil. is ar
ranging for the reproduction OF 'Bick-
ley's History OF Tazewell." which was Is
sued in 1852. and is now out OF print. In
addition TO the contents Of the original
volume, the book will contain about one
hundred pages OF matter devoted to the
history Of the county during the past
forty years. and especial attention will
be paid to the record of the Confederate
soldiers from Tazewell.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25

Ii Hung Chang Is to visit this country.
Unless the various jackets the old man
YVES deprived OF during the war between
China and japan HAYS been restored to
him, he would better so time his visit as
TO strike settled summer weather.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25
JOB cARPExrERIxo, RnpArRryo,

NOTICE. AM NOW LOCATED AT
No. IA north First street, where / am
WORK The March winds Sp viii 90 Soon sq -
blowing IN on you and you will want
glass put In. and weather-strtps on your
doors and windows Give me q cali II
you want your work done cheap
q 19lw Job Carpenter.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25

Ex-Governor Fitzhngh Lee will deliver
an address at the commencement OF the
Government Indian School at Carlisle.
Pa. which takes place to-day.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25

The movement 10 erect AZ Brunswick
Courthouse monument to the confed-
crate dead Of the county Il taking practi-
cal and substantial shape.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25
EDUCATIONAL.

1902 east Broad street. Phone $40.
We had. during the past week, two more
applications for male stenographers than
we could fill. and this. in the face of the
fact that our young men take positions
frequently after only three or four
months with u.s. In our Business De-
partment we work on the true educa-
tional basis OF combining theory with
business practice. After the student is
sufficiently drilled in the former TO be
able to handle the latter he is furnish
ed with a cash capital, opens business for
himself. orders goods from the Wholesale
Department by letter. buys, sells, ships,
and receives shipments. and conducts
transactions varying from the simplest
cash trade TO the most complicated part
nership business, keeping his books from
his own transactions. and writing all
business papers connected Herewith. The
addition or about thirty new students du-
ring the past week. requiring the services
or two new teachers shows that our
college Ia appreciated In city and country.
for these students came from both sec
tons. TUESDAY at and 8 o'clock p.
NJ. will be the last opportunity for join
NESS WRITING, taught by Professor w.
NJ. WAGNER, the well-known penman
and teacher. Any other department NAV
be entered at any time. Individual and
practical instruction II given in all de-
partments by teachers who have been
prepared. not only by scholarly training,
but by actual business experience. hay-
ing held positions as practical steno-
graphers and book keepers Call on or adj
dress q. NJ. SMITHDEAL. President.
(fe z-Su, Tu&F)
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25

An letters and kilograms must t,p ps ~.
$1,000 a. THE DISPATCH CONAN :
rejected communications VIII not DC ~
turned
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25

uptown OFFICE. 1873 EAST BROAD
STREET. pApK-pLAcE
~pxpNACY Beividere ana Main streets
MANCHESTER OFFICE. l2s HULL
STREET.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25
ADVERTISING RATES.
uArr INCH OR LESS.

Wan.ed situation, payable IN az" zs
vance ea5 words OF less) ...., 49,; or ad-
Above rates are for every .,..',s,,,
gns,ns oot,ess IN reading matter type
az .,nss or less. 81; in nonpareii, ieaoeu'
ave liner n less. rs cents. n,.,ed
card olRates for more space iu'"'s"
On application.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25

Chicago Is evidently making a bid for
the trade Of the South. What Is st. Louis
going to do about 1t?
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25

Tho BOOTHS have fallen out. but we
hope there is still salvation for the Saliva
ton Army.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25

Nansen's alleged discovery of the North
Pole is followed by a demand for some
one to discover Nansen.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25

fore. not surprised to hear 1t said that
Maher Is sorry that he Fitzsimmons.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25
TTTEspAY....... FEBRUARY %, 1896.

THIS PAPER RECEIVES THE COM
n1NEp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS SER
VICE OF THE SOUTHERN AssoclA-
TED PRESS AND THE UNITED
PRESS.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25
The true roe,


,s 49," a bargain is tSs
Underwear. price. If that's t .ne
high it will take a lot of aror,
ment to convince you its ba-
gainness. Our sale Of Musl;r
Underwear needs no argument
We have placed the entire stocr
of Muslin Underwear on the 60
cond floor to suit your purse
See it before making or buv
ing. We have put cut prices on
entire stocks to move them. as
they are somewhat soiled.
c,. Never in the history
V'o'o'' Of the department have
Gloves of this quality and stvle
sold at such a low price. Our
superior purchasing power en-.
ables us to secure many an ad.
vantage in the market that is at
once turned to our customers
profit.
Pearl Gray, Canary Yellow, Orange
Gam, and Cream, all with black stitch
ing, warranted and fitted. for 81.
p;ch 81 inches wide and
VIZ" made a little while
outings, ago to sell at lie.
The styles and colorings are es.
pecially attractive, while the
light weight and warmth make
the goods particularly desirable
These goods are adapted for
dressing sacques and wrappers.
10c.
rCottoo Do you care to avail
soo'.H yourself of this match.
tO"ei>. less bargain? Yes.
Then do not delay, as the price
is such as is sure to make active
selling. Large size Towels, 64c.
Dress GOODS. Spring Dress Goods.
The Dress Goods Novelties that we have
Just reduced TO 45c. are selling rapidly.
You shouldn't fail to make a. selection
now, for you will not get a bargain like
this again. Can't say how many DAYS
they'll last, but from present indications
not many. We have some high-class
Novelties at 81.
Mating. cb fy M seyaTS w,r rolls Ss,r Of
over from last season. Ii is in good con.
dition, but we practically halve the
prices to be sure to have cleared decks for
the new seasons business. And none too
soon, for two lots of new goods have al
ready arrived. See the wonderful Mat.
ting for 15c.
Linen will be the
DrcSS Fabric for many
Grass Linens. S Sear r f5Sst suc Ibis !:
certain. And fashion is to be thanked
for the edict. Will you share the plea
sure of early choosing?
Linens, 12la, 1928, 25, so. and SOC.
Dotted Linen with colors to match the
plain.
n. First of all be sure
BLACK that the black is per.
Dress StuffS. feet. Quality and
price do not not de-
termine real value in Black Dress Goods,
for a poor black is dear at any price.
We are selling 81 Silk Finish Imperial
Henrietta for soc. We are selling 81
French Imperial Serges for soc.
This Baby Carriage
bdOr- store is developing sur
Carriages. prises. Richmond has
supply depot for Carriages. Our car
riages are the best constructed. strongest
to be found. We handle exclusive styles
and make. Also, Sleeping Coaches.
Prices, So TO $40.
THE TOWER,
Julius SyCle & Sons,
REMEMBER, COR. SECOND AND BROAD.
(fe 1920
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-02-25
SEED POTATOES.

We have on hand large and complet,
supply of SEED POTATOES, both early
and late varieties. comprising Early
Rose. Early Ohio, Houlton Rose, Beauty
OF Hebron. Peerless, Burbank, Gcodr t,al
GOMERY, is. 20, and Y south Fifteenil
street. Post-Office Box ~
fe ls-Tu. F& Su9t&wft
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DRUGS. MEDICINES. &c.

DRUGS, MEDICINES, &c.
>o~~<>f~<>s~.<N f.(ff s><>--.o4o-c~~0-0->,,c ~
FRAGRANT CREAM OF ALMONDS
the most pleasant and most eiiicacioui
Cream for chapped hands or skin. az
WAGNER'S CORNER DRUGSTokE
Sixth and Broad streets. Re zz-St
LADIES' SANITARY TOWELS AMI
BELTS. /. WAGNER,
Druggist.
corner Sixth and Broad streets.
THE "MUMME MALT EXTRACT J
pleasant. nourishing. Invigorating. anc
appetizing beverage and tonic. Noii-al.v,
hoiic: SIS per dozen. Wholesale depot anu
sole agency. l.. WAGNER. Druggist. cor
ner sixth and Broad streets. re szSs
EMuLsIoN OF C0D-LlvER OIL
HYPoPHOSPHiTcS OF LIME 81 sou
This excellent preparation cor coukas
Colds, Bronchitis. and oil Throat an
Lung Troubles. made for the last s~shD
PURCELL, LAID & CO.
Wholesale pru&xtstx
rrlcs. &C. II All drugstofcs. 10 :