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The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-09
sailor Hats.

Our SOC. and iSc.
Trimmed Sailors are
the best value ever
shown in this city.
They are the Knox
Shape, ribbon band
and leather sweat.
Our fine Milan
Sailors at 9Sc. and
SLIPS would cost $l.5C
and s. elsewhere.
Panama Sailors.
finest made, Sl.62,
$l.73, $l.9S.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-09
Ladies Furnishing Goods.

80 dozen ribbed Vests. worth l0c,
ouiy. OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES. &c
- dozen ladies' Kid Glov s, all the
latest shades, worth LES to l5la
pair. your choice. a................ Sac
% dozen ladies' fast black, seam
less Hose. lac a pair, only. .uoc
Cne case II. & II. Co s,is for Mon.
day only, worth l.UU al.
~ dozen ladies' muslin Cheniiso
and Drawers, worth Soc t. Acc,
oui ......... ....ssssss.........21 .21C
10 dozen ladies' muslin Night
Gowns, worth LIS to Los each,
special. Isl. 90
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-09
Dry Goods Dspsr.myni,
Q sND 402 LACKAWANNA AVE.

leo niecss light ground shirt,ug
Camsric only s;tc
leo pieces American Indigo Blue
o:ly.. y..................... "a:
5O piece. linen finished Towclipy
only. ..:........ ...iS4c
SO pieces DrGss Goods. S6 in. wiio,
Gu hwsrss Briliiantiaes, s.,
..woi, th 3sc 20 4sc yard, only. LAC
70 lieces Japanese Dress Silk,
10 pa RS Lace Curtains. 3IS yards
long, worth $50. Only. 80. 81. 80
ID pieces bleached Table Linsn.
worth 39c, only 2sc
lOdoI. Towels. assorted. blsached
and unblsschel. Turkish, and
oil liren worth loo to l8c each
speclal. ..................,.3 3 Tor ass
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-09
HandkerchieiS.

600 dozen ladies' Handkerchiefs
assorted. worth DC. to Sc, only. -. &c
S0l dozen gents Handkerchief,
wJrth l5c. only. Sc
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-09
LeghOrn Hats.

LEGKORNS. Ladies' and Misses
Snc hOc Fine Leghorn Hats
ooS's O'$'' at Soc, 69c. and SIC.
27C that cost double the
O1S money else here.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
DOWN IN FULTON.

Mr.. William Allen died on the 14th
instant, at his residence, Graham st.,
after four days illness. A wife, three
children, one brother and two sisters
survive him.
The sewing circle which convenes at
the Rising Mount Zion Baptist Church
every Wednesday at 4:30 o. M. also
the mission sisters who meet at 3 80
p. m are succeeding nicely and
should be attended by all The ener-
getic manager, Miss Fannie Elliott de-
serves much praise.
The mission sisters, through their
honorable officers, presented TO the
church $500 to aid in their pastors
salary. Mesdames Rosa b. Higgins,
Rebecca Smith, II. O. Robinson, Clara
Tyler.
The Young Mems Christian Associa-
ton is doing well Come out at 8 80
p. m. every sunday; the officers will
treat you nice.
The leading sisters of Fulton Bap-
fist Church, white, and Rising Mount
Zion Baptist Church and Calvary Bap-
list Church are meeting at Rev. Mrs,
Rosa b. Higgins every Thursday at
o. m and worshipping God under the
same rule together. May God con-
tinue such union until every knee
shall bow and tongue confess that Sod
is Lord over all
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
Church Hill Guitar And Mandolin Club,

Since the Church Hill Guitar and
Mandolin Tub gave such choice
and well rendered music we think a
word about them would not be out Of
place. The gentlemen who compose
this club commenced practicing and
playing together November, 1894 but
were not organized into a regular club
until December 10th, 1895. They then
organized as the Church Hill Guitar
and Mandolin Club and the following
officers were elected VIM c.. Willis.
president; David Patterson, vice
president; William H. Coleman, secre-
tary George II Patterson. treasurer !:
=. b. Steward, Director and Manager !:
Mr.. David Patterson, who PLAYS LIST
mandolin, easily takes front rank a.
moDg the mandoiinists of the city. He
executes the most difficult chords and
quick movements with surprising ac.
curacy and precision.
Mr. Thomas Jones plays second
mandolin with an astonishing degree
of ease and accuracy.
MIR s. b steward plays first and
third mandolin, but generally the third
mandolin or mandola part; and the
dulcet tones of the third mandolin
mingling with the other instruments
give Gnelr music q WOnOerlul richness
Mr. George H. Patterson who plays
either second or third mandolin is
second to none His manner of exc
cutiOn is the admiration of all who
hear him.
MIR. William c. Willis, the leading
guitarist, has shown that he is thor
Oughly familiar with the gamut and
finger board of his instrument. He
handles his instrument in an exceed
ingly graceful manner, and has won
a reputation for himself; having on
one occasion, when the other guitarist
was absent, sustained four mandolins.
Mr. William II. Coleman is the
youngest member of the club. He
commenced playing about eight
months ago, and has made wonderful
progress as q guitarist.
Mr. Charles E. Steward and Charles
Fl Johnson on account of their duties,
have not been able to do much prac-
ticing with the club; but we will most
likely hear their guitars on the next
appearance OF the club.
The club lately purchased Washburn
instruments, which aresthe leading
guitars and mandoiins It is under
stood that they will give q concert in
the near future, and we think they
should be literally patronized.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
A Surprise Party

Wednesday night, January %, 1896,
Mrs Sallie Day of Williams st ,Lig-
CONS Hill, was agreeably and thankful
ly surprised by many of her good
friends who came to her house and
brought, money and packages contain
ing substantial. things Mrs. Day feels
very grateful TO her kind friendsswho
cheerfully remembered her in time
of need and prays Gods choicest bless
lpgs be theirs. The following is list
of the friends who contributed sc. =.
Mesdames Scott, Henderson, Cook,
Kemp, Miss Kemp, Mesdames Lee.
L. Robinson. Wyse, NJ. Scott, & Free
man, Miss Hodges, Mr.. Scott, Mrs O.,
Lawson, Mr.. Jerry Robinson, Char ie
scott, Mrs. Atkinson, 25c., Susan Wal
lis Csc. Mr.. Philips 1c.
Those who carried packages: Mes
danes sQuarles, Binford, Miss Bin
ford, Miss Green, Mesdames Daven-
port. Lee, Ragland, Lucas, Burden,
Hines, Kemp. Fulcher, Miss Fulcher,
susie Mitchell. Mrs. N Day, Rev r..
@. Kemp, Mrs. White, Mr.. and Mrs.
Robinson and others.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22

At the appointed hour last Tuesday
night standing room was at premium
In Custalo's Hall, it having previously
been reported that the Republicans of
the city of Richmond would assemble
for the purpose of organizing the
wards and to express their views on
the existing situation in the ranks of
the Republican Party. With but two
exceptions the meeting was composed
entirely of colored men. Mr.. Collins
I. Payne presided and Charles Stew
art acted as Secretary. A motion pre-
vailed limiting the speakers Co ten
minutes each. Tue house ordered
that all republicans present register
their names as such. This was vigor-
ously opposed by Rev CD Marcellus
son, while Mr.. William Only did all in
his power to make things as disagreea-
BILE as possible.
Despite the warning OF the older
men present, these young gentlemen
behaved ridiculous and did everything
in their power TO break the meetinp
up in a row. The other wise, orderly
gathering endured this for about an
hour and half when finally somebody
said put them out" and but for the
timely withdrawal of the gentlemen
who were the cause, of the disorder,
was prevented. AS it was, Mr.. Onle1
did the gun-bluff act" 1t was ru
mored that Mr.. Edgar Allen had these
gentlemen come to the meeting for the
purpose OF raising a row and have il
end in confusion, but the determined
voters declared that this should not be-
the case. Captain Ben Scott was asked
TO take the chair and gave warning in
no unmistakable terms that he would
have no foolishness He had none. A
committee of three from each ward
} with John Clinton, Jr ESQ. chair
man, and Captain Ben Scott vice
, chairman was elected to draft a plan
OF organization governing the several
wards. A committee of one from each
, ward with aptain Ben Scott, Chair
man on rules and regulations, was also
!! elected. These will report at the next
| meeting of the body which occurs al
Custalo's Hall next Wednesday night
) The statement that appeared in the
S ate. accredited to Mr.. Eddie Cool
; was referred to the latter COMMITTEES
for consideration. That which an.
Ipeared in the same paper accredited
to MIR. James Bahen was also cOnsid.
cred and that gentleman being pres
ent, stated that while he did say few
things TO the newsgatherer, in a great
many instances he was grossly mis-
81 represented. He explained himself e
the satisfaction of all present. A lit
tie after midnight the house quieti,
adjourned.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
FROM PHILADELPHIA.
A New Temple-Mr. Durham's Loss of
Welght-0ther Items.

The Odd Fellows of Philadelphia
and vicinity, headed by such eminent
men as Rev. Henry l. Phillips, J. W.
Ford, j. w. Tate, j L. Brown, J L.
harkless, A Henson, Jr. w l.. IN
derwood, and many others, have b -
gun q great work. 1t is to have an
Odd Fellows temple built for the or
der.
: Such a movement on the part of
these men is commended by all. They
are, men who can be trusted, their
ability has been shown and their rep
utatiOn cannot be questioned Ex-D.
o. M, @. M. Nicholas has been quoted
TO be an enemy to the movement 1t
is an error. he is in perfect harmony
with it and seems to think it great
movement.
Honorable John s. Durham has been
somewhat on the decline this year.
He has lost 10 pounds since the first of
January, and seems to feel the loss
much yet, he is cheerful in speaking
of the PLANET and Editor Mitchell,
He says that John Mitchell, Jr.. is one
of the best men of to-day. And he al
so thinks that w. W. Browne has
shown himself to be a man Of ability. &
M. l.. Nicholas, Esq, and A. III. Mill
Ter visitt d Trenton, N J on the 18th
for short stay. 1t proved to be re-
gretful trim for Nh. Nicholas. He has
been confined to his house since with
a severe attack of the quincy sore
throat. May he soon recover.
Mr.. James l. Brown gave a Whist
party and reception on the evening Of
che 18th, in honor of Mrs. Hattie
Walker and Mrs Jennie Elms of Prov
idence, Rhode Island Mr. and Mrs.
Theodore Watson, Messrs. Bate, Col
Inns, DabneY Bros and others were
present. The distinguished guests re-
turned to Providence on the 18th.
On Monday evening, February oath,
an attempt will be made to organize a
historical and literary society. All
good wishers and promoters of the race
will prove the same by their attend
ance at 1l01 Rodman st on the above
date at s 80 p. m.
The Childema social club gave a
grand reception and ball on the 18th.
A good time was had by all who attend
led President w. E Price and Secre-
tary A. 3. Fans, Edward King and
others were present.
]. l.. WALLACE
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
HORRIBLE ACCIDENT.
Two Ladies Suffer Death on the Rail-
Passenger Train Crashes into Laun-
dry Wagon with Fatal Results

On last Wednesday morning Mrs.
Mary J. Foster and Miss Irene Is. Sam
derlin, both of Church Hill, were COM
ing TO town in a Laundry wagon. at
the place known as New Crossing, one
mile north of the city, the 1920 Pas
senger train Of the Z. and o. crashed
into the vehicle. The horse was
thrown to one side of the track and
the wagon to the other. The lad les
were thrown about twenty feet and al
most instantly killed, expiring before
reaching the depot @ ~
Engineer Wood testified as to his APP
plying the brakes and signalling.
Fireman Robinson cOrroborated the
testimony of the engineer. The train
was stopped in about AZ car lengths
The corOner's jury of this city rem
dered a verdict attaching no blame to
the trainmen.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22

Stunning is the man who directs these
great services, that oft-times the Ques
ton is heard, sis that DR.. Brockett7
The last Concert OF the series will be
on next Sunday, Feb. 23rd and the
question is constantlysasked what will
the people do on sunday afternoon.
when these services end.
Mrs Mary VI, Hunt, one of our well
known and energetic school girls OF
Hampton College has returned home
from school sick. We hope to hear of
her recovery soon that she may return
to her school again.
The Calvary Baptist Church has cal
ed Rev @ w. Goode, b. D., who viii
take charge the second Sunday il
March
w. w. Manns has opened a cigar anS
; news stand at 229 Union St unde
1 True Reformers Hall. Give him
7 call.
: PLANETS on sale at the news stan
5 and usual places.
w. w. MAINS.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22

cons ]. Harris. D. Crawford, James |
Hunter, Robert Carter. w. N Carter,
W. Gillian, J. II. Jones, A. Holloway I
and W. Rhodes.
The funeral services OF Richard Tur-
ner took place from the Mount Zion
Baptist Church at 3 p. 81. on 18th inst
Rev. w. w, COlley preached a grand
and noble sermon, suitable Co ali that
were present. Text, Psalms pa.
Notwithstanding the weather the Sons
OF Staunton were out on the occasion.
A good time was spent at the Au-
gusta st. NJ. Z Church on Friday Eve.
the 18th inst. The Valentine man
presented 20 all as they entered the
door love letter Some frowned when
they opened them, but it was there all
the same.
: Mt Zion Baptist Church on the 18th
! and l4th grand leap year entertain
ment was given by the ladies Musi.
cal Director Prof. ]. l.. Peters. Also
African scenes and lecture by Rev
". W Colley. A grand, intellectual
instructive and amusing time wa
spent
Rev. D. G. Deans left for Essex OF
the 18th inst, TO visit Rev +. p. Digg
= and will preach for his congregation o.
. Sunday.
: American baptist Publication Society
n was introduce d to tn Ebsnszsrt hurc
p and Sunday School last Sunday 70
K aid and support, this will be consider
ed.
tsl There is not anything more degraC
b. ing or off nsive to an INTELLIGENT poop
f. than that of Lynch-law. it is in fac
IN hatred and ignorance. In the days
"a Moses IL was an eye for an eye and
st tooth for tooth, but the Creator sail
r. build cities of refuge so that when OF
an has committed a crime. he may ha'
q fair trial before his execution. "
of are in hopes that the time will SOC
tn come when men will show their T
spect to their law and country as ne
MS as they do to their sect and color;
lynching is a disgrace, a terror,
-as shame and a misery.
A. e. BoLDsN
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
Birthday Party.

There was an entertainment given
last Wednesday at 1912 Baldwin ST., i'm
honor Of the birthday of MIR. Joseph
Dabney. Excellent music enlivened
th. occasion. An enjoyable time was
spent until the wee sma hours. Among
those present: Mise Mamie Wilson
Rosa Carter, oLsie K mp, Cora Baker,
aary Mitchell, IL. Ha nm, Agnes Berk
ley, Lucy Brown. Lena Miller, Maggie
Overton. Alice Neal, Lee Gordon Mes
srs John Brown, Sam and John Ware
Gilbert G Howard, Frank and Doug.
lass Gordon, Willie Coleman, Jesse
Murphy. Blues and Philip Jones
Lack of space prevents the publica-
ton of other names.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
WOULD KILL The EDITOR.
Figured as to How Lolg BE Would Live
IN the EsighbOr lOOd-A Terrible
Condition

BRAKES BRANcH. VA, Feb. 4 %.
Mr. EDrToR
am aware that I am in the neigh
borhood OF LuneDburg Co., and even
here the whites are ready to hug the
''darkey." as they say, who speaks
against the prisoners.
heard a white man say the other
day, in speaking about the Lunenburg
prisoners that them niggers ought to
die, and holding upthe Planet, which
he had gotten, from l don't know
where. said, If that Mitchell come up
here, he wouldn'' know what death he
died thought he was very ex.
treme in his expressions in desiring
the life Of such hero of therace.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
A Beautiful Wedding.

,~On Wednesday evening, Feb 10th
at No % w. Leigh st a lovely we'd
ding took place. Mr. George b Carter
and Miss Mary Gray were united in
holy wedlock. The Rev u. ID. Lewis
dictated. The happy couple left for
Baltimore, Philadelphia and Atlantic
City Thursday at 4 :45, over the South
ern Railway. They will reside in At
lantic City during the summer, and
will return in the fall.
DANDRIDGE
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
SPECIAL NOTICE.

Any colored person having from
5000 to 500 90 in money can have
any kind of a home builtthat they may
desire on the easiest terms possible.
Location in Fulton immediately OPP
posite the beautiful Chimboraza Park.
Call at this Office for general infor-
nation at once as this is a very rare
opportunity.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
Lsntsn Service. at St. Joseph. Church

The special lenten services at st. Jo-
seph's hurch will be as follows: On
Fridays m. Devotions in honor Of
the sutferings of our Lord Sundays
p. IN Sermons etc and Benediction.
he subjects of these sermons will be
very interesting such as. rhe Reform
alton" in sermons: The Catholic
Church and Liberty ;""All About Con
vents In these sermons nothing v III
De said to hurt the feelings of anyone
All are welcome to these services and
any questions in writing will be cheer
fully ans cred.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22

Don't forget that you can get fine
Wines and Liquors from a drink to
~ gallons at Duncan's Family Liquor
Store. sos +. Marshall Street Also
Tobacco, Cigars. heroots and Cigar
cites of the best quality.
Your patronage solicited. 3mos
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22

Mrs Francis Lewis, 724 N. 3rd
Street, is quite sick.
The officers of the non-commis-
stoned staff are requested TO meet in
the adjutant's Office, Wednesday night
at 80 O'Clock.
Mrs. Simon Johnson. who has
been sick at her residence, 403 w. Du-
val St. for 3 weeks, We are glad to say,
IS improving.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
DANDRIDoE

JoNKs-CHRIsTIAN-The marriage of
Mr., Allen Jones TO Mrs. Chaina Chris
tian will take place at the Second Ran-
list Church, Tuesday Feb. 25th at S p.
NJ Friends are invited. No cards.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
Editor BrOadnax's EndOrsatiOn.
[Tho::::..:s.ssriIIe, Ca, Advocate. }

"Our" John Mitchell, of the Rich
mond PLANET, is the biggest" he art
ed man in the world and is as fearless
as he is brave, and should succt ed
Friend Taylor as Recorder Of Dee DIS
under the Mckinney administration.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
FROM sTAUNToE.
Ordination Funeral Services
Interesting Items.

STANTON. VA, Feb. Is, 1896.
The ordination services held at the
Baptist Church on the 18th
inst. were very impressive and in
structive Sermon by Rev. M. Robin
son, text Timothy %. Ordination
prayer by Rev. r. Daniels. The charge
was given to the three new deacons by
Rev. w. w. Colley The following min
listers were present: Revs. r. Daniels,
w r. Fry, James Carter, M. Robin
son, w, W. Colly, d. q. Deans and Dea-
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
1BEUEF1ELD LETTER

Rapid Pfogfsss EdolOred Employees and
Second GLASS Pssass-The Chances of
Promotion.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22

Read few OF our specialties:
All Sugars at cost.
Best Beans, per quart..............-.--..-...6
10 lbs New Va. ckwheat...............25c
Best Evaporated Grapes per lb.-......3c
New CitrOn, per lb...--..-.....-...-..-....12Rc
New Mixed Nuts, 3 lbs..-....-....... ...-25c
Dried Apples (best) per lb................5c
Best Champagne Cider, per gal......S5c
Best Porta Rico Moiasses, per qt......lOc
Home Made Mince Meat, per lb........5c
Large Glass
Large Bottle Catsup ...-...-................--5c
Bars Fine SOap.(tr them ............25c
Best Ginger Snaps, per lb..-...-.........~5c
Salt Pork No. Meat) per lb...-......~6c
Large Bot Ess. Lemon or Vanilla...~5c
Sweet Oranges per dozen-.................l2c
lbs French Mixed CANDY ...............25c
! Rest Mixed Tea, (try sOme) per lb...4Oc
| Imported Maccaroni, per lb..............8c
Very Fine Flour per bag................. 25c.
Very Best Flour, per bag........-.........2Sc'
4 Year Old Rye Whiskey per gal...$2 %
Best n. Carolina Rice per lb............5c.
Sweet Mixed Pickles. per quart-....l5c
Shoe Backing. per box...---........-... pc
Ladies' Shoe Dressing. per bottle.....Sc
Large Bottle best Writing Ink.........l0c
% CAKES OF Soap
Presents to all Call and be con-
vinced for yourself. Orders by mail
promptly attended to at the shortest
notice.
Fresh Oysters Re, eived Daily.
% cents quart. Try Them.
Our MORO dissatisfaction to all.
| FEDERAL STREET MARKET.
ANDREW AARONSON, ACT.
Cor. 1st & Federal SITS.
Richmond, Va
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
ANOTHER REPUBLICAN RALLY.

Yankee Allan's Bullies Vainly Attempt
to Break up the Proceedings and
Have the Meeting end in Row
Otherwise the Meeting a
Peaceful and Harmonious 0ne-Oommit-
tees Appointed on Organization and
BYLAWS.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22

BLUKFrELD, WA, Feb 10, '9e.
Editor PLANET:
Real estate transactions in this place
during the past few months have tend
ed to demonstrate the stability and
natural advantages of the city. The
very display and magnificent and cost
ly residences that are owned by the
colored and white are grand Here
there are no booms TO collapse, and
investors are secure. The city goes
forward regardless of panics or hard
times elsew here. Bluefield is place
of residents and for business topportu-
mites offers Inducements surpassed by
no location between Norfolk and Col
umbus.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22

This Institution in charge Of the Sis
ters of st. Francis. receives. cares for
and educates neglected infants and
children. Orphans and others whose
parents are not able TO provide for
them. The best possible care is given
to these infants and children in hOus-
ing, food, clothing. medical attention
and schooling Ste.s are also being
taken tn provide a home for these chill
dren for the Summer.
For Admission application should be
made in
Richmond, Jackson St,
Near First.
Norfolk, 11S Brewer St.,
Sisters of st. Francis
Lynchburg, Miss Lille Reade,
mo 40 Fifth Ave
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
Federal Street Market.
ANDREW AARONSON, ACT.
Corner N. LIST & Federal SITS.
Richmond. Va.

We KNOW how to SAVE MONEY
for you and WE DO IT. We handle
nothing but the best goods and sell
them as cheap as the cheapest.
Read few of our specialties
Al G,,o,-. n,.e
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
Clean Ourrants.

This is the only kind fit for MAX
ing Fruit-cake. We have 5000
pounds liz 1-pound boxes; 3 box
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-02-22
ADVANTAGES SHOWN.

1t is the terminal point for three di-
visions: the Clinch Valley, the Rad
ford aud PocahOntas of the N q w.
Il. r., which has erected here large
machine and repair shops, and the
largest roundhouse south OF BelJi-
more. These industries alone give
employment to more than 900 resi-
dents of ~Bluefield, Besides these
there are numerous smaller enterpris-
es, such as iron works, Touring mills.
wood working establishments and
manufactures of fine quality-of brick
PLACES OF business.
We have several colored grocery
stores and Real Estate agents and
many other business men. tof profess
siOns. We will say more about this
city in some other letter. We desire
to change our subject here.
We notice Passes" that are now be-
ing issued to the colored. employees of
the N. and w. r. X. Co are made out
as second class" We we're in COM
pany with one of the officials of the
road few days ago, and we called his
attention to the system of issuing trip
passes to Negro employees as second
class And his answer was, it is not
the colored at all, but men entering
first class cars with their greasy over
alls, lanterns, and buckets. ,sit down
right in front of a lady. The above
was about the essence of his answer.
RACE DETERMINATIONS Condemned.
We have questioned a good many of
che colored brakemen relative 10 this