Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1896-10-11
HON. JOHN G00DE.
WHY HE is NOT SPEAKING IN THE
CAMPAIGN.
CordinI Endorsement of Bryan
The Good Work of the Dispatch
Bedford City Observation-Disclosures
and Social Notes.

BEDFORD CITY, october 1o.-(Special.)
Surprise has been expressed that Hon.
John Goode has rot actively participated
in the political campaign that is stirring
the nation as no previous one has ever
done. When interviewed on the subject
this morning. Alr. Goode stated that his
duties as receiver OF the First National
Bank were Of such an exacting charac-
ter. recurring his constant presence, that
IL had been impossible for him 10 accept
anv Of the numerous Invitations he had
received from many points. 10 address
the people. lie entertains very high
opinion Of Bryan. and cordially endorses
him and will cast his vote for him.
In his long experiences Of the county Of
Bedford I'm regard to political questions,
he has. he said. never seen such unani-
nifty on the part Of as large a proportion
Of Democratic voters to support any cause
as that which now prevails on the free
silver question.
In referring TO the conduct Of the Dis
match during the campaign, Mr.. Goode
said. I'm my opinion, the campaign III
VIrs,n,a hiss been conducted by the Dis
nateh with unusual vigor and ability.
its editorials have been very spirited ara
pointed. They have done great deal In
Farming the Democratic columns and In
stirring I'D the people 10 fun sense OF
the important issues involved"
RELIGIOUS.
Tn. final quarterly conference OF the
Methodist Church. prior TO the meeting
~ the annual conference, which takes
Mac. at Lynchburg, November 18th, was
held this week. and presided over by Rev.
oscar Littleton, the presiding elder or the
district. The Board OF Stewards OF the
church for the coming year were elected
as follows: MeSsrs. a. NJ. Hughlett. J.
y Sneneer. W. A. Fitzpatrick. II Is.
stonA II. G. Jopling, o. c. Rucker. w.
w. Berry. Jr., J. II. walker j. H. "auis-
lev. and Il. 5. Fisher
Mr. ]. L. Spencer was chosen recording.
and t. C. Jopling as district steward.
professor A. NJ. Hughlett. OF Randolph
Macon Academy. again received license
"a an exhorter. Mr.. Hughlett, in the alb
sencs OF the pastor, has frequently filled
IN, nulplt OF the church here, and his
SIscourses are very earnest. able. and
impressive. Mr.. Alexander Miller.
student OF the academy. was granted the
exhOrter's License
In addition TO the trustees that have for
a long time held the position. four sddl-
tional ones were elected, who are Messrs.
l. r.. Oils, w. A. White, G. p. Parker
ana Or. T. c. Dennis. This is the largest
church organization I'm the town. and Il
fun OF zeal in all Of the various depart
m.uts OF Church work. The present pas
tor. Rev. J. T. Whitley. has been most
acceptable. and wields a large influence
In the entire community. lie Is an ab,s
pcca cher and model pastor.
THE BROKEN BANK.
The receiver OF the First NatioEsi Bank
VIII coma time during the present month.
declare TO the oepositors OF the bank a
dividend Of Is per cent. Mr.. Gcode says
that II Is impossible yet 20 ascertain
what amour, the bank will pay out. "a
scus Of the claims have not been realized
uoon. and thsrs are several suits pending
m connection with other claims
The second trial OF Mr. j. W. Smith.
IN connection with the affairs OF the
Liberty Savings Bank. which had been
set for Thursday. did not coke up. as