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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
DOVER In SESSION.
MEETING AT TAyLoRsvsLLE OF
THIS BAPTIST ASSOCIATION.
Sermon on individual RESPONSE
biEity--Ministcrs' Relief Fund Dis
cussed-Thc Programme for To-
Day.


The Dover Baptist Association con-
vened in its 1iSth session with Taylors-
Vile church. Hanover county. yesterday
morning at II o'clock. DIR. w w. Ian
drum was chosen chairman pro tenn
Permanent officers were elected, as fol-
lows: Rev. ]. 3. Hutson, moderator:
Josiah Ryiand. Jr., clerk, and j. b. Wal
thai. treasurer. DR.. J. z. Garlck. Rev.
y. I. Warren. and Thomas H. Starke.
ESQ, were appointed committee on
arrangements. A resolution was offered
by Or. c. II. Rylanc. and adopted asking
DR.. Landrum TO preach an educational
sermon during the meeting. Special
prayer was offered for the speedy re-
covery OF Rev. j. A. Richardson and
Rev. w. l. Wright ID. D., who Were
reported as quite sick.
Quito a large number OF delegates went
up from Richmond by the midday train.
THE ANNUAL SERMON.
In the afternoon the annual sermon was
preached by Rev. w. c. Foster, a
thoughtful discourse on individual Re-
sponsibiiity." After this came a resolu-
ton commencing the minister's relief
fund. To this T. II. Elicit. Esq. spoke
with great feeling and fervor. lie was
greeted very affectionately by the asso-
citation, who were glad 20 see him surely
recovering from his recent severe Illness
Mr.. Elicit gave many interesting facts
concerning the history and work of the
ministers relief fund. Others who spoke
were DIR. !. S. Dill. OF Richmond Mr..
Hundley. Of Greenville: DR.. J. r. Garlick.
OF Richmond; John X. Russell, of Henrico;
and DR.. II. II. Pitt. Of Richmond.
TO-DAY'S PROGRAMME.
Among the visitors are Dr. o. F. Flippo
of Philadelphia, and Rev. C. ]. Holiday.
superintendent of the orphanage at
Salem, and Professor l.. II. Shuck. Of
the Albemarle Female Institute. The
order OF business for to-day Wednes-
day. is as follows. Crphanage, 10 A. NJ:
report on education, II a. NJ. followed
by DR.. Landrum's sermon on Chris
tian Education recess until =. NJ;
home missions. 2:S0 p. NJ. home missions.
4P. NJ.
The attendance was large and the hos
pitality bountiful.
MANY FROM RICHMOND.
Among Richmond people in attendance
are Revs. J. Il. Hutson. w. w. Landrum,
j.. D.; James Nelson. d. D.; w. +.
Hatcher. ID. D.; r. ii. Pitt, D. D.; Charles
II. Ryland. ID. d.. ]. o. Kirk, j. Y.
Tucker; j. q. Hiden, ID. D.. III. A. Bagby,
]. X. Harrison, /. NJ. Mercer. John Pol
lard. ID. D., and Messrs. w. r. Jones. G.
G. Bosher, Josiah Ryland. Jr.. J. y. Wal
thall, c. s. Pitt, c. w. Jones. G. y. Steel,
William Ellyson. J. +. Bell j. S. Bethel,
and j. Il. Wood.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
nuFFALO LITHIA SPRINGS.

The hotel AT this celebrated health and
pleasure resort is now open for the re-
cepuon Of visitors A good many inn
prOVements have been made, many or the
cottages and part of the main hotel build
ing having been RENTED with new furni-
attractive than ever. Persons in Rlch-
mond can leave over the Coast Line at
A. NJ, making close connection at En-
poria Q3elheld) for the Atlantic and Dan
$40 p NJ.
For terms and, additional information
address w. B.N3ISHOP, Manager,
ie 24-lm Buffalo Lithia Springs. Va.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
THE VIRGINIA HOT SPRINGS,

BATH COUNTY. VA,
ON CHESAPEAKE AND OHIO RAIL
WAY; 300 FEET ELEVATION.
A large and splendid Hotel, called
THE HOMESTEAD with al modern
convenience. including private baths. has
been erected on the site Of the old Home
stead. After June 18th rates for the
SUMMER will DO as follows. Homestead
Hotel. cottages. and annex, from SIS per
week upward. according 10 size and loca-
ton OF rooms; the Virginia Hotel, from
81 per week upward.
ADJUSTMENTS AND SPORTS: Fine
orchestra; dancing In the Casino every
evening: riding and driving parties daily;
swinming-pools; new bicycle-track; golf
grounds; iawn-tennis pool and billiards.:
bowling: fishing and hunting.
FRED. STERRY,
my 81 -Su. WAIT Manager
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22

The Inland TRADE Committee Of the
Chamber OF Commerce had a meeting
Monday night, and were in session TO a
late hour considering the present democrat
lied condition II rates 40 the South their
eject upon Richmond business. and what
steps were expedicnt 20 AFFORD imme-
date protection 10 the interests here that
are involved. The only practical remedy
which presented itself was fully discuss
ed, but was surrounded with such unusual
and grave conditions that no decision was
reached, and the meeting adjourned, sub
tect 10 an early call OF the chairman.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
COBB'S ISLAND,

VIRGINIA'S SEASIDE KLSOKT IN
THE ATLANTIC OCEAN.
UNRIVALLED FOR ITS SURF-BATH-
ING, FISHING, AND CUNNING.
Route: We will meet daily the II 07
north bound and the 4:5l south-bound
train at Cobb's station, on the New York.
sengers transferred 10 island by the beau
tiful little steamer Harriet Dixon.
Terms: $50 per day; sl2 per week; $40
per month,
For further Information address
COBB d. SPADY, Proprietors,
Cobb's Island, Va
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
CRoCKETr ARSENIC LITHIA sPRGs

opens June ], 1896. Elevation 1000 feet
No logs or dampness. The use of the
water, in connection with the HOT AND
COLD ARSENIC L1THIA BATHS, re,
stores brOken-down and oyer-Worked
nervous systems; cures rheumatism.
Govt. Dyspepsia. Kidney and Bladder Dis
eases. Insomnia, Skin-Eruptions. Chronic
Malaria. and Female Troubles; Cieanses
and beauties the complexion. For pam
phlet and rates, address NJ. c. THOMAS.
Mannger ShaWsvile. Va. my 2s-2m
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
YORK.RIVER LINE, VIA wEsrrofSr
THE FAvoRITE ROUTE NORTH
LEAVE RICHMOND DAILY, EXCEPT
SUNDAY.

LEAVE RICHMOND DAILY, EXCEPT
SUNDAY.
TRAIN NO. 10, $40 p. NJ
LOCAL EXPRESS. Daily except sun
day Stops at all stations At Les
ter Manor connects With stage Tor
Walkerton: also. at West Point. with
yOrk-River steamers for Baltimore.
TRAIN NO. 10, 4:i5 p. NJ
BALTIMORE LIMITED, daily. Close
connection at West Point with steamer
for Baltimore, except Sunday.
Steamers leave Baltimore az i. ~.
and West Point +. H., daily, eAcop.
Sunday.
Trains from West Point arrive al Rich
mond at 800 a. NJ, daily; 1919 \. M'
except Sunday ana Monday: and at i.
NJ, daily except Sunday.
TRAIN No. 46, As A. II.
LOCAL MIXED. daily. except sunday,
leaves Twenty-third street for Ne.
Point and intermediate points.
Ticket-office at station, foot o. Virginia
street. Open from A. NJ. 20 6 Il. b.,
and from $50 L. M. to 2 a. NJ,
]. NJ. CULP, w. a. TURK.
Traffic Manager. General Pass. AIT.
w. III. GREEN General Superintendent
]. c. HORTON, Travelling Passenger
Agent, go east Main street, Richmond.
Va 1y y
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
Must Get stamp. Thi. Month.

All persons who are liable Tor the
United States internal-revenue tax for
the fiscal year beginning July isl will
be subjected by law 10 heavy penalties II
they DO not obtain their stamps during
this month. Collector William Ryan is
now ready 10 issue the stamps.
Manufacturers OF tobacco and cigars
and dealers In leaf tobacco are required
to register during this month II c0ntinu-
ing or commencing business.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
roRD's LITHIA SPRINGS HOTEL,

NEAR wAYNEsBoRo AND BASIC
CITY.
An ideal place for Families. Pleasure.
Scenery. and Health.
No money or pains has been spared to
make II the outing place OF the mountains.
FORD a. MCDOWELL.
~ 5-Su. W&F1m Owners and Managers
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22

There Is no better investment than the
interest bearing stock Of the Old Denim
ion Building and Loan Association APP
ply for information. either IN person or
BY letter, to the Home ONCE. Chamber
- onmmerce Building. Richmond. Va.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
RICHMOND RAILWAY
AND
ELECTRIC COMPANY.
sTREET-CAE TRANSFERS.
ADDITIONAL FACILITIES OFFERED
TO THE TRAVELLING PUBLIC.

Commencing January /. 1896, this COM
many extended its transfer sys-
lem TO embrace all connecting
lines Of street railway H. Rich
mond and Manchester. A passenger
is allowed the privilege Of transfer to
any connecting line ia either city, and in
any direction at junction points.
The payment o. a scent fare entities
a passenger to only ONE transfer-ticket
hut additional transfers are allowed on
faa same ticket at any point printed
thereon, which does not return the pas
senger TO the point Of starting.
An the parks and suburban districts can
be reached from any. point In either city
Inv payment Of one fare.
IT'S a standing order CT the company.
for the convenience OF transfer passen-
gers, that cars shall wait at junction
yoints for the arrival Of car on connect
inx line, II the approaching car is within
ne distance Of one square. The travel
ling public is requested TO advise the COM
pany of any infringement OF this order.
k-t ia 12-ta
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22

OCEAN CITY. ND,
A NEW HOTEL. WITH EVERY MO
dern convenience; situated directly on
ocean front Terms moderate.
Nv 5,eodlms Mrs. Il. I. SHREVE.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
MOUNTAIN TOP HOTEL AND
~ SPRINGS

over Rockfsh Gap, Blue Ridge Mountains.
900 feet above the level Of the sea. Fine
views. a delightful summer resort, cheap
board strong iron springs; many attrac-
lions to the Invalid. pleasures seekers, and
families; Of easy access. Address MessTs.
MASSIE 4 CO. Alton. va. my N-3m
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
IN SOUTHERN
,aAAS~ RAILWAY
CIV piedmont iir-LiGl)
CONDENSED SCHEDULE
IN EFFECT JULY IS 1896.
TRAINS LEAVE RICHMOND. VA.

lhdlNo LEA IL HI 1MOND, VA
200 4. NJ. SOUTHERN EMPRESS. daily
Winston salem. sIeepefs
Richmond, Va, to DanyA1
Greensboro Salisbury. Chan:
Augu a. CONNECTS q
Danvilie with the Washington
and Southwestern Nestib1ei
Limited D SNo; 30, carving
Atlanta, Chattanooga, B.r.
mngham, Memphis. New Or.
leans. and acksOnyille. also
tirst-class day-coaches between
washington and Atlanta.
Passengers can use tnosI
coaches without extra charge
Connections made at Mcmnfs
and New Orleans for ala
points In Texas and California
sleeper open Tor passengers
1856 p. NJ. FAST MAIL, daily. FOR Az.
lanta and points south. Cor.
meets az M0seley with Farm
vile and Powhatan rai.ros3:
at KeysX lie for Ciarksv.e
oxford Henderson. ami Dur.
ham. and az Greensboro. ZOE
Durham. Raleigh. and Win.
New York 10 Atlanta ana
Montgomery. and from New
York 10 Jacksonville par.lr.
Car Atlanta. 20 birmingham.
900 p. NJ, LOG AL. daily. eNcenf Sunday
FOR Keysyllle and intermediate
points
TRAINS ARRIVE AT RICHMOND:
go A. Nj, From Atlanta ami jackson.
sop. NJ. From Atlanta and Augusta
FREIGHT TRAINS Will also carry pas
senEers
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
SUMMER RESORTS.
WANTED.

PLEASANT SUMMER BOARD CAN
be had at Crozet, Va, Chesapeake and
Ohio railway. at base OF Blue Ridge. Plen-
~ Of ice. milk, vegetables, etc. Terms
reasonable. For particulars apply to
Mrs. A. WAYLAND.
fy 15-yV& Su4ts Crozet, Va
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
,prrrRsoN PARK HOTEL.

one mile from University of Virginia. win
OPEN JUNE LIST. Many Improvements
on hotel and lawn. For circular address
WILLIAM A. BOWLES, Proprietor,
NV 1a-sm Charlottesville, Va
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
%va 81, CHESAPEAKE
A& A JJHA ~ AND
NEYnurSasAI OHIO RAILWAY.

NE4nurs1sAI OHIO RAILWAY.
EFFECTIVE JUNE q. 1856.
IRA Ms LEAVE RICHMOND, BROAD
STREET STATION.
$50 A. NJ, Daily, with chair-car, tlr
Norfolk, Portsmouth, Old fo.L.
Newport News, ana local So
tons.
s2P.M., DAILY. with Pullman, ,or
local stations, Newport News,
Old Point, Norfolk, and Ports
mouth. Connects daily via
Old Domi mon steamships i-i
New York.
1920 A. NJ, Local train with Paror-Car.
except Sunday. for Ronceveris
Connects at CordonsylAe iof
orange. CuTpeper. calyef-c-,
Manassas. Alexandra. anl
Washington, at Union station.
Charlottesville, for LynchD-s.
a. Base f1f dagerstown, a.
Stanton for Winches,er ID
at Covington for Virginia iios
SPRINGS
2as p. NJ. DAILY, With PuIlnans 70 Cir
cinnaN, Louisville, and n.
Louis. Stops only az Important
stations. Connects az Coy.1s'
ton. for Va. Hot Spfihs.'
Meals served on Dining-Car.
No. z. Local Train except
Sunday, follows above tiiI
from Cordonsville 20 Goshs'
$50 +. NJ, Accommodation, except S-l-
day. for Charlottesville.
100 p. NJ Daily, for Cincinnati. Wa
L. Il. V. Pullnans 10 COvlngtOn. Va,
and Gordonsville 10 Cincinnal
and Louisville. Meals served
on Dining-Cars. Connects g.
Coyington. Va. daily, for ho'
Springs.
TRAINS LEAVE EIGHTH-sTREEr
STATION.
$50 A. NJ, Daily, Tor Lynchburg Le1ns'
ton. Va. ana Clifton foiss
Connects at Brem0, eActH
Sunday, for Rosney, al i.ylea'
burg daily, with n. and W ~
r.. and the Southern rail"y
for Southwest and south 2,
Bessen.er. except sunday, ~
Craig City. and al W, tll.yl
Forge with No. l Tor cin'
900 p. NJ. Except Sunday. Local accom-
dalton for Gladstone, .,.,
TRAINS ARRIVE AT EiCHAONN
BROAD-STREET STATION.
$50 A. NJ. Daily, from Cincinnati. ~
i0l5 A. NJ, Daily, from norfolk ana VI"
as p. NJ. Daily. from Cincinnati an
e0P.M.. Daily. from Norfolk and OF
Point. ...
TSP. NJ. Except Sunday. from W. c'H
ton Force ....r
TRAINS ARRIVE EIGHTH-SIRl-h'
STATION c,,A
SO A. NJ, Except Sunday. from N''
$40 Z. NJ. Daily. from Lyncnpufsi "a "a
ipxton. Va, and Clifton ro's~
JOHN ID. POIia.
Assistant General Passenger AssA'
- =
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
STOCKTON HOTEL

UAFL MAY, NEW JERSEY.
Open from June 9Th TO September Both. The most
elegant and spacious on the coast, every facility
and requisite for the comfort and convenience u
guests Private baths. plumbing perfect. Morgan's
celebrated orchestra Of eighteen pieces. Send for
illustrated booklet. HORACE 81 CAKE. ffopr
and The Normandie. Washington, d. O.
lie 2O-52tl
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
PIEDMOyT HOTEL,

LOUISA COURTHOUSE, VA, NOW
OPEN FOR SUMMER BOARDERS.
Terms very moderate.
Mrs. III. V. MADDUX,
iy l9-fm Proprietress.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
NAvIGATloNs. AIM, !.

VIRGINIA NAVIGATlONAs ENRs
' COAPANY's JAMEs-Rl v Err &1lsb
LINE TO Norfolk. Portsmouth, Old POM.
Newport News, ClaremonS, and James
river landings. ana connecting at Old
Point and Norfolk for Washington. Bal
timore, and the North.
STEAMER POCAHONTAS LEAVES
FRIDAY, AT Z A. AZ.
Electricians direct 10 wharf. Fare only
81 30 and 81 to Norfolk, Portsmouth. Old
Point, and Newport News. Music by
Grand Orchestrion.
Freight received daily for above-named
places, and all points In Eastern Virginia
and North Carolina.
IRWIN WEISIGER,
Superintendent.
EDWARD u. BARNEY,
President.
General ofaces; Planters Bank building.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22

DOOK AND JOB PRINTING NEAT
I'D LIZ ExRcUrEU Az tax pisE>0
PRINTIN6-housk
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22

Appointed sailings days: Every TUES
DAY, FRIDAY, and SUNDAY at day
hight.
Freight received daily until S p. M.
Fare. S. on Fridays and Sundays
steamer
j. w. MCARRICK,
General Southern Agent office, Rockets.
w. L. CLYDE & CO,
myi General Agents. Philadelphia
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
RAILROAD LINES.
~ u s4Sss.s lSs sxsz-.sAs
Mz4: Z NGrfoIk;NeslanR.R.
IN EFFECT APRIL 10. 1896

SCHEDULE IN EFFECT APRIL 10. 1896
LEAVE RICHMOND. BYRD-sTREEr
200 A. NJ. Daily-Ricnmond and Norfolk
} VESTiBULE. LIMITED. Sc
cond-elass tickets not accepted
eos A. NJ. DAILY a THE CHICAGO Ex.
PRESS for Lynchburg, Roa-
noke. Columbus, and Chi
L. eago. Pullman Sleeper, Roa-
Radford. Bristol. Knoxville,
Chattanooga, and intermediate
$50 p. NJ. Daily. for Norfolk, Suffolk.
ana intermediate stations
lilo p NJ Daily for Lynchburg and
Roanoke. Connects at Roanoke
with Washington and Charta-
nooga Limited. Pullman Sleep
ers SSe,,Jke 10 memphis and
PULLMAN SLEEPER between RICH
MOND and LYNCHBURG, ready for &C.
cupancy at 8 L. NJ; al7o, Pullman Sleeper
Petersburg to Roanoke.
Trains arrive Richmond from Lynch
burg and the West daily $40 A. NJ, and
Z p. ii. From Norfolk and the East II :o5
ohN''' II. W. COURTNEY.
District Passenger Agent
w. y. BEVILL.
General Passenger Agent.
General Offices: Roanoke. Va 10 -
DICHMOND, FREDERICKSBURG
III AND POTOMAC RAILROAD.
SCHEDULE IN EFFECT MAY II. 1896.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
A11-WATER ROuTE-

uluK IOI 4NNN
AII-WATER ROUTE.
Steamship Old Dominion leaves Rich
nord every Monday 4 500 +. NJ. for
New York via James river.
Tickets on sale at Richmond Transfer
oeat.e and Ohio railway, and Richmond
md petersburg railroad depots, and at
aaor,ananv's office, 1912 east Main street.
richmond. Baggage checked through.
FREIGHT
for New York and all points beyond can
me- shipped by direct steamers. sailing
iisP9IDAY. 800 F. NJ, Also, hv steamer
ieaving Richmond WEDNESDAY, 500 p.
n Tor Norfolk: connecting with steamer
Manifest closed one hour before sailing
'ii Frelgh. received and forwarded. and
through bills OF lading issued for all
northern, eastern. and foreign points.
FROM NEW YORK
Passengers can leave Daily except Sum
day- 10 Norfolk or Old Point Comfort.
railroad or Chesapeake and Ohio railway.
direct steamers (yia James-Riyer route).
laave every SATURDAY passenger and
Freigho. and Monday freight only.
Sailing from companys pier, No. 26,
North river. foot OF Beach street, at 800
p NJ; Saturday 400 L. NJ.
Freight received and forwarded daily
For further information apply to
JOHN F. MAYER. Agent,
1912 east Main street,
Richmond, Va
W 7. Guiilaudeu, President and
Trafic Manager. New York. ap1
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
DEPARTURE OF STEAMERS.
. OLD DoMINI ON
NE STEAMSHIP COMPANY,
DAILY LINE
nj FOR
NEW YORK

Passengers can leave Richmond DAILY
81, C,besapeake and Ohio railway at 1886
p. NJ, or Richmond and Petersburg rail
~ Connecting at Norfolk with Old Do
ynjnion-I.ine steamer. sailing same eye-
Ming for New York.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
TO BALTIMORE, ONLY So.
ROUND TRIP ONLY s..

via the Bay Line, James River Route. or
the elegant new steamer Virginia. which
leaves Richmond every TUESDAY.
THURSDAY, and SATURDAY at 3 p. NJ
arriving Baltimore next morning at g.
Close connection made at Baltimore for
Philadelphia. New York, and Boston. RE-
turning. the Virginia will leave Baltimore
every MONDAY, WEDNESDAY,. and
FRIDAY at p NJ, arriving Richmond
next morning at 8.
For further information, tickets. and
state-room reservation, apply to
III. u BOYKIN. General Agent,
ty lS-tf $50 east Main street
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22

r. ST. JoHs, vee-Prs.iieai and General Hsnsss-.
" Y. neBEE, General Superintendent.
II. ". h. GLOVER. 7. J. AApHnsoy,
frame Manager. Goasr.l Psss'r a.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
General PassenEer AEert,
General Offices: Roanoke. Va 80 -

DICHMOND, FREDERICKSBURG
HI AND POTOMAC RAILROAD.
SCHEDULE IN EFFECT MAY IL. 1896
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-07-22
"THE PLIMHIMMON,v

5btsu. Tu&w2 Pm
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1896-06-25
Why the Woodpecker Taps the Tree.

Who knows why the giant wood
pecker raps so smartly and swiftly
on the dead trees? | think found
this out one day when, seeing one of
these birds rapping on q. fallen tree in
the woods when | was searching for
him to get his redfeathered head to
make some fish flies with, | shot him.
| put him in my coat pocket, as | noted
the crowds of black ants escaping from
the log, in which were holes and deep
tracks, and from all these the ants
swarmed in fright, each with an egg
in its jaws. Soon l felt uncomforta-
bic all under my clothes sharp stings
and bites and crawling things were
felt all over. Looking at my coat |
found the black ants crowding out Of
NV pocket where the defunct wood
pecker was. | hastily took the bird
from my pocket, and found the ants
streaming from It's mouth, each bear
ing its egg, which it had still kept
possession of, although swallowed by
the bird. Since then have corrobo-
rated the belief then formed, that the
bird raps on the trees to start the ants,
and then, as they issue in fright from
the holes and cracks, the robber feasts
sumptuously on his prey
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1896-06-25
A Dog That Kills Crabs.

San Francisco boasts ola dog-Sport
by name-that kills crabs On al
most any day Sport can be seen on the
Powell street wharf watching the
crowds of fishermen. Some want
crabs, but most of them do not, and if
by chance they manage to hook one
it is thrown on the wharf. In an in
slant Sport is playing for an opening
in front of the enraged crustacean,
and for several minutes there is
lively battle. Sport always makes an
attempt to get his teeth in between the
claws of the crab and drives his fangs
into its brain. This, however, is not
always easy for him to do, as the crab
will make a hard fight for It's life. At
times Sport will receive many scratches
before he succeeds in ending the life
OF his antagonist. HIS Jaws are always
cut, but never so badly as to render
him unfit to fight.
Whenever there is a contest be-
tween Sport and crab the fishermen
on the wharf will allow their lines to
take care of themselves while they
watch the struggle a circle will be
formed around the antagonists and
the onlookers seem to get as much
pleasure and excitement out Of it as
they would out of cockfght. Many
bets would undoubtedly be made ex-
cept for the fact that the death of the
crab is such a certainty.
Numerous attempts have been made
to get other dogs to attack the crabs
but have always resulted in failure.
The ordinary dog concludes he has had
enough the moment he feels the sharp
claws in his jaws, and draws out of
the contest, leaving the crab to be fin
ished by Sport.