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Why We Should not Vote.

The voters of Richmond have ap-
pealed TO the City Convention, have
appealed to the District Convention,
have appealed to the State Conven-
ton, have appealed % the National
Convention, have appealed to all party
counsels to right our wrongs, but no
attention has been paid to them. The
cry has ever been that Hhe Negro will
vote any way. How then shall our
wrongs be righted? THE would be
free must strike the first blow" There
is no better time than now to strike
the blow.
Our brothers in other states have
had the same obstacle to surmount
and they surmounted it by acting Ike
men and refusing to do what the Dss-
es wanted done. We must do like
wise Important elections are the
ones when we should act. when the
party needs every vote
Our wrongs will be righted and the
proper recognition accorded us if We
refuse to vote. Then party councils
will see that you are treated right,
but let us convince them, and ccn-
vince so well that for the next 20
years they will tell around their fire.
sides that in 1895 we snubbed and did
the things we ought not to have done
to the colored voters, and they con-
WINGED us that we did wrong by &C
many of them staying away from the
polls on election day
New NEGRO.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24
Presbyterian Synod.

The Synod of Catawba of the Presby-
terrain Church, composed OF ministers
and elders from Virginia and North
Carolina, will convene at the First
Presbyteria Church, corner OF Mon
roe and Catherine streets, Rev. j. T..
Rawlins, pastor, November 4th.
This will be the first representative
ecclesiastical body of colOred Presby-
terians that ever met in this city, and
will no doubt be of interest TO the
community.
There are four Presbyteries within
the Jurisdiction of this Synod the
Presbytery of Cape Fear. Catawba,
Southern Virginia and Yadkin. lie
has ministers, SO teachers, 90; church
es, 149; communicates, 7735; ). ,.
scholars, 1929 parochial scholars, 81
number of schools in parochial school,
lO.547; number of scholars in higher
and chartered schools, Ala
The Synod will open wednesday
November 4th at 8 O'Clock p. M witt
a sermon by the retiring moderator
and will be in session every day unti
Saturday, November 7th. Popula
meetings Thursday and Friday night
at 8 o'clock
Sunday, the Sth there will be specia
services at IL IN. 4 p m, and m.
The Richmond Musical Assoclatio
will assist in the singing Mrs. Made
Hill, organist. A cordial invitstlo
to all.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24

MILLER-Mrs. Fanny Miller de-
parted this life Sept Dist, 1895, after
ten days illness She leaves mother.
brother, sister, daughter and host OF
friends to mourn their loss. She died
in the full triumph of faith. The fun
era took place from the Ebenezer bap
fist Church, Tuesday evening Sept.
22nd at 4 O'Clock. Rev. Wells preach
ed a powerful sermon. The active
pail bearers were: Messrs. Preston
Brok enborough, Joe Harris, Steven
Price, Getaway Jones. Preston Brown
and Charlie White. Honorary: George
Booker, Beverly Fauntleroy. A. ID.
Price, Funeral Director.
Sleep on beloved, sleep and take thy
rest,
Lay down your head upon the Saw
iOr's breast;
We loved thee we'll, but Jesus loved
thee best,
Good night, good night, good night
By her loving daughter,
MRS. MOLLIE ADAMS.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24
Another Storm.

On Friday night, October 10th, a
number Of members OF the 2nd Baptist
Church of Manchester, Va, led sur
prise n their newly elected pastor Rev
d. Webster Davis. Som time after
ten o'clock VIII lie quietly sleeping,
Rev. Davis and his family were awak-
ened by a loud ring at the door. On
opening it they were very pleasantly
surprised to see a large number Of
persons. They entered singing sweet
ly, "We'll work till Jesus comes"
They brought -four, sugar. tea, lard
butter, ham, chickens. sweet potatoes,
and even a large pumpkin. Those
bringing or sending presents were as
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24
A Sad Funeral.

MANCHESTER =, VA
The funeral of Mrs. Esther +. Gun
ningham, the loving wife OF Mr.: Oly-
sees and the daughter OF Mr.. ana Mrs'
Alexander Brooks, who died OH the
10th of October was preached by DR..
Rinpa at the LIST Baptist Church on
Monday. the 18th at T. m, The de-
ceased was a member of the above
named church for twelve years and
lived a consistent Christian life. She
died in the full triumph of faith and
advised all TO meet her in heaven
She was also the organist OF the Sec.
ond Baptist Church Sundays choo
and as a token of respect the follow.
ing resolutions were adopted, anC
read at the services:
In respect to the memory OF our de-
nartad friend and co-worker, Mrs rs
| Their Brooks Cunningham, who de
narted this life saturday, 10 p. M, W.
| the Second baptist Church Sunday
school do draft these resolutions as
mark of respect, and token OF on
high esteem and appreciation for he
services as an organfst IN the Sonoa
School. also to show the world tina
she was untiring in her Efforts TO q
| good work for the Master.
Mrs. Cunningham was most estl
mable young woman ana was Away
gentle and sind in her manner, VIII
ming friends wherever she went
Tn the loss of our dear one, we d
cbeerfully submit to the divine will d
ali things are done for the goou
those who love and serve Him. An
while we bow to Him, We believe IN.
although her voice is still, she is basil
ING i'm the sunlight of Gods etern'
presence. there to take up the harp
gold and play those sweet stralni
3Sweet Hour of Prayer" and snge
will ioin in the chorus, then our siste
who has always filled her place IN tl
Sunday School aud the church r
, ceive that imperishable crown IN
! shall be placed upon her head. TIT
will she sing Nearer My God
? thee
The Second Baptist Sunday School
\ HILLYARD ARMsrEAD,
: Supt,
. October ID, 1895.
o She was i'm the 22nd year of her az
+ The following gentlemen acted as p'
r bearers:
: Honorary. Messrs. E J. Young,
q e. Cogbil. Edward Parham, CHAR
/ Brown Active: Messrs. Walter JS
q son. James Wilson, @. II Robinst
y P. r. Richard son, Charles irwin, Cl
4 ford Wlnfree, Jacob Hewlett n
m Page Ross
The casket was heavily draped
pale blue brocaded velvet, with hea
silver handles and was ladened W
as handsome floral designs.
81 Mr.. James ii Cunningham, Sr
= popular funeral director oficiated d
most graceful manner, as is alw'
III characteristic of him.
IA Mr.. @ William Moon sang VI
pathetic solo, Sometimes We'll
al derstand. =" which reached the hea
ge of all and caused many tears to g
tn forth
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24

HOLMES-Died Friday morning
Oct. %. in Winchester, Ky, little Jas.
II. Holmes, son of DIR. John II. and
Perzealia f. Holmes Aged months
Happy infant, early blestl
Rest in peaceful slumhers, rest
This lovely bud. so young, so fair,
Called hence by early doom;
Just came to show how sweet
flower
In Paradise would bloom.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24
Sabbath School Work Made Plain.

Rev. David L. Cosby, the Sunday
school Missionary will hold his insti-
tutes at the following churches: 9Th
Church, Monday evening, October
26th; and Tuesday evening. 9th, at
the First Baptist Church. Questions
of great Importance to Sabbath school
workers will be discus ed. The pub
lie and especially all lovers of the
W ,rk are invited to attend.
The following noted singers will fav-
or the meetings with select music
Madame Mildred A. Cross, Rev. J. A
Bowler, Prof. w. a Tharp's quartette
and Miss Ella Williams. Please favor
tn Sc institutions with your presence
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24
A OOlOred Man LynChed in Georgia

ATLANTA, GA, October 15.-MiAs
Blanche Gray, young woman of fine
family. was going from a friends house
to her sisters. in the northern portion
of Spanning County, late yesterda y,
when q colored man assaulted her.
About 1 O'Clock this morning he was
captured and taken to Griffin While
he was in the hands OF a physician a
crowd took him TO a grove, where he
was hanged and then shot to death
4 placard was attached to the body:
THUS we defend our women from
outrage"
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24
Excellent Lecture.

There was gwen a grand concert and
lecture at Goth st. Baptis Church,
Monday night, October 9Th.
The singing by Mesdames Phoebe
Slaughter and Sarah Z. Smith. Miss
Annie Harris and Messrs. G.. @. Will
liams and George Madison members Of
Reubenstein Literary and Social CLUB,
was excellent. Those present showed
their appreciation by their hearty en-
o res
Miss Mamie r Jones and Mr. Chas.
White presided at the organ. Miss
Hattie Dabney read and recited hu
morous pieces, which We re heartily en-
joyed.
The lecture by Prof w A. Mitchell
was fraught with good advice which if
taken will be of great benefit.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24

JACKSON-Mrs. Emma Jackson
departed this life October 3, 1898 at
5 80 O'Clock, in the 46th year of age
She lived a consistent Christian life
and died the same. She leaves three
daughters, and four sons to mourn
their loss, which is her eternal gain.
Dearest loved one thou hast left us,
We thy loss most deeply feel.
But tits God who hath bereft US,
He can all our SORROWS heal.
HER CHILDREN,
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24
GONE TO REST.

The funeral of Mr.. Robert Lacy who
departed this life at his residence, %
West Jackson Street, October l6, 1895
was preached by Rev John Jasper at
the Sixth Mt. Zion Church last Sunday
Mt 4p m. He lived quiet, orderly,
christian life, and was perfectly will
ing to die, having the assurance OF
better home than this. Rev. John
Jasper preached pathetic sermon
He leaves a wife, three children, rela-
tives and friends to mourn their loss.
A Relative.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24

follows:-D Deacon Hilyard Armstead,
MaSan Baugh. Eishman Jones and X
b. Hall BrethrenJ. q. Egglestcn, W.
2. Yeue1, Abraham Starke and Bon
ME Rose; Sisters Jane Ieuen, Rosa
Baker. Ella Greene, Ida Baugh, Cath
crime Hopson. and Frances Walton:
The brethren and sisters engaged IN
pleasant conversation and in singing
sweet music until late hour, when
after prayer and words OF consolation
and cheer they parted.
Rev. Davis and his family desires tC
tender their sincerest thanks TO the
brethren and sisters and cordially in
vite them to come again.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24
Do You Know Him 2

desire to know the whereabouts of
my. brother, George Evans. His moth-
er's name was Rhode Evans. He has
a mark on his face that resembles the
No. 10. He is Of brown complexion
and left here in 1885 or '06
Any information concerning him
will be thankfully received by
CALLIE POLLARD,
Farmville. Va.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24
PERSONALS AND BRIEFS

Mr.. George f Shelton Of Louisa,
Va, IN the city this week ana caiieo
at this Office.
Miss Carrie L. Pierce OF Column
bia P. o.. Va. was in the city this
week and called on US
Rev. A. Truatt Of Charlottes-
vile. Va, has accepted the call TO the
Alfred st Baptist Church Of Alexan-
dris.
Mr.. John II. Mabrey, Of 542 |
Greek street. who has been confined TO |
his bed for about five weeks is out
again.
TO the city sitter having spent the sum-
mer in Amelia County, Va, with rela-
tives and friends.
Mr. Philip r Carter passed
through the city Friday. October 18th,
enroute from Delaware Water Gap,
Pa, to V. n. and Z. l Petersburg,
The 9th st. BAPTIST has decided
to give the entire collection OF the Bird
Sunday in next month to assist DR..
4 Binga's church in Manchester in re-
pairing their storm stricken edifice-
Miss Jennie b. Pettus, of Chase
City. Va, and Miss Lizzie Dogget, Of
Hanford, Va, called on US. They were
enroute to Philadelphia, Pa
Miss Lilly E. johnson of 9O4 N.
! 9Th Street, left the city for Newport
News, where she will spend some time
with her cousins. Mr. snd Mrs. EmbrC
Smith.
Mrs. Bette Paul and her grand
son, Mr.. Nelson Pearson left for Their
home. Newburry Port, Mass, Wednes.
day, 2lst, after spending a most de.
K lightful time with their friends and
4 relatives.
n We return thanks for the invi {,
ton received to attend the marriage
v OF Miss Annie P. Spady, to Mr.. Rich
n ard Ferguson on Wednesday, Nov 4th
IS 1895 at 822 Winton Street, Philadel
e phia, Pa.
le We return thanks for the invita-
y ton received to attend the marriage o
"a Miss Mary L. Reed to Mr.. William @
n Tribbitt, at her residence 1928 Balm
es bridge street, Philadelphia, Pa. Tues
day, Octaber 81, 1897.
r Mrs E. J. Young have returne
es from her old native, North Caroline
an WnCIC enO uac OccU NlblbiUk lIiCh0b
an Charlotte and Lexington. While i
r. Charlotte. she was the guest OF Mr.
DR.. NJ. s Pope, and while in Lexinl
~. ton was the guest of Mrs. Prof. r.
n McRary.
n Rev. William T. Hall and wi
are as yet in the city They are stol
ping at 1O6 w. Duval St , and will II
main here some time yet. The eld'
he may return to Cincinnati. He HI
no made great success during his labo
~ here.
sss In their last church meeting, I'll
sly 9TH St. Baptist thurch decided
Sc. comply with the request of the p
ms Baptist Church in sending acommitt
ed of sisters to have a table in the par
OF of the church, in the union festiy
lily during the 50th Anniversary week
the Second Church.
- Rev. T. T. Harris of Michaux
ef- o., Va, was in the city this week a
The called on us.
oil REV r III. Bowling Of Norfo
di- Va, writes us that his father di
Thursday night, October D, 1895.
has our sincere sympathy.
:, William S. James writes to the B,
ny ton CoURANT that Mr.. John q. VIII
sue ing, colored, won his suit against I
re- West End Electric Car Compa
en S through his lswer, John K. Hannig'
rsu Thursday, October 9Th. Through m
, .ne ligence of the conductor, he v
.PS thrown against wagon.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24

WANTED For United States Army
w abled bodied, unmarried men, be-
tween ages Of 81 and go, Citizens of
the United States, Of good character
and temperate habits, who can speak
read and write English. For informa-
ton apply to Recruiting Office, 62z
East Broad St., Richmond, Va.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24

BAKER-Died at , 80 p. m. Thurs
day, October /, 1895, Walter Edward
son of w. E and A Baker at the
residence. 1925 Hickory st.
Oh God give me more such virgins,
More such loving dreams of thee,
For it brings me nearer heaven,
Nearer, nearer, God to thee.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24
To the PEblic.

The place for the rich and the poor,
Federal Street Market, is where i pur-
chase my groceries. You can take
small amount of money and spend il
in such a way as to have big dinner,
and then have cake and cream. Why,
don't you know he has opened an Ice
Cream Saloon, and dispensed with the
wines and liquors? You can take your
wife or best girl there and sit and chat
with ease and comfort. 1t is so quiet
and nice in there now, and he is so po-
lite and courteous. Come, will show
you the place.
ANDREW AARoNsoN, Ag't.,
1st and Federal SITS.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24
Mt. Carmel Church.

The following minister will preach
at the Mount Carmel Baptist Church
Sunday, 25th; 1880, Rev. Z. Payne,
pastor of Fourth Church 3 go. Rev
ii Powell, pastor of Fifth Church ;
8o'clock, the pastor will preach. Sub
ject, The way to the cross" Come
out and help these pc Dpie in their
struggle
W. H. WHITE. pastor.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24
Rally at the 9th St. Baptist Church.

Tomorrow Rev j w Kirby. B. D.,
one of the most eloquent divines of
the race, will preach at IL 80 a. m
Come and listen to a rich treat on the
subject. Life" fter preaching Rev.
Graham will administer baptism
At $3.50 p IN. communion and recep
ton of new members in the church.
Ats d. m Rev. w f Graham will
preach on THE Final Test of Christian
work"
The church desires to raise $4OC
in this rally
We invite all our friends to come out
and help US.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24
Will Be There Thursday Night

Mary Alternately and babe, and Pok-
ey Barnes will be at Mt. Carmel Bap-
list Church, at the foot St James st i,
Rev. w. II White. pastor, Thursday,
Oct. 29th. The will made graphic re-
cital. Admission, 10 cents.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24
VIII Be There Tuesday Night.

Mary Alternately and babe, and Pok-
ey Barnes will tell the story of their
wrongs at the Rising Mount Zion Bap-
tist Chorch, (Fulton) Rev Daniel
James. pastor; Tuesday Night, 9th
inst. Admission, 10 cents.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24

JOHNSON--Varona Lee, the infant
daughter of PeytOn and Mildred john
son, died at their residence No w.
Baker street, Oct Dist Age, month
and 81 days.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24

WANTED AT ONCE-3 young ac-
tive colored men, Shoemakers. Coed
wages paid To the right kind OF men.
Call at once, 124 w. Broad st.
X. RosR,
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24

iting friends in this city. has returned
TO her home i'm Newport News. Va.
Mrs. Maria Hamm has returned to
the city after pleasant stay in BOs-
tom
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24
WHIPPED TO DEATH.
One OF the Most Brutal
Crimes in the Annals OF
South Carolina
THE COLLETON LYNCH
ING CASE.

Four Prominent Men in the Palmetto
State Will be Put on Trial TO-mOr-
row, or Within Short Time for
a Crime which Caused a
Widespread SensatiOn-HOw Puoiic sen
t;meut was Divided on the Subject.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24
THE GRIM REAPER.

Death has been cutting a wide swath
in this section of the city. Mr.. Thomas
Bennett, a wellknOwn and respected
citizen of this section passed away
Friday, the 9Th inst, at his late resi-
dence, 1923 Pink St., after a short, but
severe illness. he was greatly respect
ed for his sterling integrity and other
noble qualifications, which goes to the
make up of man. He was a member
of st. Johns Church and was connect
ed with several large orders and other
societies, which turned out to pay the
last sad rites. His funeral was preach
ed at the Fourth Baptist Church. Sun
day, the 18th inst Rev. Evans Payne
officiating. He leaves a wife, - chill
dren, several brothers and sisters, to-
gether with many friends to mourn
their loss.
Mr.. James H. Barrett, delegate t
the b. M. @. of the Odd Fellows il
Indianapolis, returned Sunday last a
80 p. m.
General Slocum, of New Jersey spok,
in Smither's precinct on last Monday
night.
Hr. @. F. Norman, who has beer
quite sick, is out again.
Messrs. Charles and Joseph Robin
son, who have been on the sick list, ar,
coDvalescent.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-24

1t was stated some time ago through
these columns from information re-
ceived that Mr.. Thomas r. Wilson, of
this section was suspected and accused
but afterwards acquitted on the charge
Of numbering q white man in a village
in Maryland. Mr.. Wilson arrived in
Richmond few nights ago and en-
phatically declares that he never was
10 Maryland, but that for severalsweeks
he has been working near Old Point,
Va. His many friends will be glad to
know that he is net the man, who was
connected with the tragedy.
Mr.. w. G.. Singleton, State commit
teeman. who has been quite sick, is
much improved.
Mr.. j. H. Bush of Columbus, Miss,
is visiting relatives at the residence OF
Mr.. and Mrs. Robert Eatman on North
10Th Street
Mt Joseph Brown has started anoth-
er shoe-shOp on North 18th St, where
his friends are invited to call.
! Mrs. Anna Brown, who has been WIS.,
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1896-10-08

There are lots of Americans here
that should be branded "N. G." for
they are simple "bums." They
won't work and don't want to so
long as they can sponge" out an
existence. The police have hitherto
tolerated them, but now they have
their eyes on them and they have
to walk straight to keep out of
Belem prison. These buns sous S"
and submit, though they know in
America they would be run in as
Migrants. 1 must say that the po-
lice are lenient to the English
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1896-10-08

l have written OF the American
hospital, an excellent institution
that cares especially for all Eng
lish speaking people, and is run
by that class so that the sick feel
at home. II the sick can pay they
are expected to do so and they get
better accommodation, but the poor
are treated freely and we'll. Last
Sunday it was given a benefit race
meeting at the famous Indianilla
track and it was well patronized.
Accounts are not fully made up
yet but it is said that after paying
all expenses, over $500 will be net
ted for the hospital. The leader
of that Indianilla track is that
whole-souled gentleman Col. r. G.
Pate. He is liberal and willing to
help any good cause.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1896-10-08
AMERICAS GREATEST SHOWS.


There is no honestly denying the
fact that the great consolidated Adam
FOrepaugh and Sells Brothers shows
which are booked for San Antonio on
October 10th, comprise not only the
biggest, most complete and perfect
institution of it's kind, but far and
away the most expensive and cOmpre-
hensive one ever organized in America
or anywhere else. 1t is a marvel of
recreative enterprise and conducted
upon heroic and progressive lines,
which do credit to it's American orig
in. Its splendidly attained and stead
lily maintained reputation, it's honora-
bic methods and careful management,
its vast resources of capital and eXpe-
rience, the signal ability manifest in
it's executive and advertising, depart
ments, and its unlimited credit give
it tremendous advantages with which
no other one can hope to compete,
so long as it remains in the field. Ii
will bring more elephants, more rare
wild beasts, more superb horses, more
performing animals, more eminent ar
IlSIS, luOIe IOTelSu dClS anu dClOTS,
more races, more pageantry, more fun
and eXhilaration, more instruction and
entertainment, and more for the mon
ey than has ever before been known.
The super-splendid double parade is
a magnificent sensation. The latest
coming woman inovations are the in
PRODUCTION Of lady clowns, and lady
ringmasters who have everywhere
made a most pronounced and uproar-
ious hit. There are also the cham
piOn male and female bareback riders,
and numberless great general per.
formers, trained animals and catchy
clowns. 1t is not only the greatest
American show, but the greatest the
earth has ever seen, and not only will
all of it be here, but the price of adj
mission has been fixed at fifty cents,
a scarcely nominal one when the my.
Rad attractions are considered. In
addition, special low rate excursions
have be6Q arranged for on all the rail.
roads.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1896-10-08

speaking race, even more so than
to their own people.
/ wrote recently that the Eng
lish had, for five millions, pur-
chased the Federal District Street
Car system and Mexico has reason
to be thankful that it did so. Mr..
Thomas H. Mclean has been made
president and manager and has
already effected great improve
ments in the system that are for
public benefit and secure good
transit. He is also prepared for
any emergency. Last Sunday, for
instance, cars ran every two min
utes to the bull fight at Tacubaja
and also to the Indianilla race
track. This rather beats San An
tonio's record. We have only mule
power now, but Mr.. Mclean is ar
ranging for the electric motor sys-
tenn. In the meantime the people
have the best service that can be
given, with mules to furnish the
"power."