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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-09-29
FUSION MAKES CONFUSION
And by Parties in Collision Hard
T'TOuld be 10 Tell The Fate
OFPOLITICS IN THE OLD NORTH STATE.
Each Othcr IN the Tolls. While Voters
All Are Saying ihey Are Only After
spous in the old North state.

DURHAM. y. c.. Sept. Is. Special
The Republicans and Popuists OF this
county are playing hide and seek w-th
each other The Democratic convention
has not offered a fair division OF county
officers. and nominated a skeleton
ticket. leaving the popuIsis the balance
70 an. This they have failed TO 90.
and Saturday the Republican County
Convention met and adjourned without
doing anything. They are waiting 10
see what the poplIsts are gong 10
do about lUslug with tine Democrats. ana
are bidding hish Go prevent such fusion.
Such is the mixed condition of man-
counties in the State. and The o-tcome
in November is most uncertain.
KLUTI SCORES EJ SELL.
Hon. Thco. j.. klutz. OF Chicago. ~
Bryan nomination fame. had good
crowd of Democrats and lopuiists out
10 hear his speech iu the courthouse
mere Saturday nieht. lic was nicely
introduced by H. l.. Lindsey. youns
lawyer who then made his irs, appear
ancc upon The public stage.
Mr. Klutz was happy ln Dis manner OF
delivery. Hc scored Judge Russell, one
Republican candidate for Governor for
not bcing willing 90 mcc. his b-mo-
cratic aud ponuist opponents. Hon. Cy
Watson and Major ". a. Guthrie. in
joint discussion.
THE FARMEB WASHES HANDS.
RALEIGH. y. g.. Sept. @.- The Pro-
,c1tssiNc Farmer. ut. ORGAN OF the
National Farmers Alliance. attacks clcc-
toral fusion iu to-days issue. saying.
$50 FAR as we are concerned. the
electors may AN hc Democrats. Republic
cans. Peoples purity or Silver party
clectors We are only interested in the
noninoss 10 this electoral comhna-
zion means The election o. sewall I'M the
FINAL roundup. no honest rcformcr is
under any obligation TO vote for DC. II
wisdom finally prevails. and good man
is substituted for Sewau -we care not
who he is then no good citizen VIII
hesitate IN choosing between this c-cc-
toral ticket and the Mckinley -llanna
ticket. We Will wait patiently Co see
II wisdom. patriotism. and Justice thlI
prevail II doesn't avenue is opened.
an right. If not. we shall exercise Amcr-
lean citizenship and wash our bands of
the whole outfit. and begin the hrnt FOR
reform AN over again, and in stnsi'i"
way"
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-09-29
THE CITY OF PETERSBURG
HOSPITIL FOR EPTLEPTTC INSANE
or STATE NEtRLT cOHPLETED.
tx-Priest Euthvcn not Allowed 10 speak
in DR.. fristoe's Church. but lie VIII
Lecture-Cotton Mill. ON Full Time.

PETERSBURG. Va. Sept % especial
The new hospital Tor The enlentc insane
OF the State. which IS being erected on
the grounds of the Central State Hos
pital is approaching completion Tho
brick work is an completed and The roof
IS now being put ON. This hospital wu
lave rooms for one hundred patients.
Rev " NJ. Ruthyen. who claims 20 he
an eX-priest OF tie Rman-Camolie
church, was announced To speak at tns
Second Baptist church yesterday moru-
ing On Rome and tho Bible" lut la
diI not speak the PASTOR Rev. A. j. Fr.s-
toe having declined to allow him % do SD.
When the hour for the service 90 begin
arrived Mr. Frstoe stated from DIS pa.-
- chat after reading The article u t.s
Now York News as published il tne Proc
erass. tla afternoon paper here. u r0f.r-
cnce 20 Mr.. Ruthyeu. Doe bad Thought Do
proper NOT to permit lim t0 preach. AIr.
FIistoe declared t.at if tle enaf-
against Rutngen were TRUE l. was s.ftf
for the man. and u u1t uue Dds cllrl.-
ter had been injured
Tomorrow might ex-prct Rnthfon n d
deliver lecture at pythlau uau. and Dis
subject viii Dee "D0es Rome ltule l.t0r-
burg Dor Papers. Der Preachers, and Der
PllUitst
Messrs. simon Seward. Joseph ~. lhl-
lirf and Mr. TgmHHm lr' Tho delegates
from tho First Baptist church. in tlIa ciif,
20 tho Portsmouth Baptist Association.
which convene tomorrow AZ colo a
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-09-29
rnE srIR 10 BIZ som.
The Papers Drawn Up aud Waiting TO be
Signed.

II is understood that the Richmond
Star. one Of the afternoon papers, VIII
change hands i'm short time. The
Times made the announcement some Tune
ago that The Star was 20 he sold. ana
that there was an option on the property,
which would expire about 'rtnncf lsl.
Ir was stated at that time that Mr. Sul-
son Hutchins who recently purchased
Mr. w $ C0pellnd's stock Boo The state,
would be the purchaser. This was after
waris denied. and Tor some time nothing
further was published iu connection with
the matter Yesterday 10 was earned
that the papers IN connection with ine
transfer had been drawn mp, ana would
soon boz signed uy tlc parties concerned.
IN was said that 20 gentleman from sew
York would boz the purchaser ant ,.. s
b. would De placed in charge or two
r. ,-sr9nor men. who are now connected
Wfu ine Sew Nork Journal Ine nain.s
of these gentlemen were not annolhc.i
n is understood that there viii Doe on
more money furnished for improving ihe
uancr. 10 win Doe an adfo, are OBJ li
Silver. and VIII support Bryan anu
S.WiIl.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-09-29
rrn>oNiL AAD GENERAL.
Interesting Facts About Kichmond's Ciii-
zens and other Matters.

Mss Clara Blake. Of Church Hill. has
returned home after most delightful
visit of five weeks among relatives and
friends in King William county.
Al o. meeting Of the class of '9G-'97 Of
the Medical College of Virginia dark green
and white was adopted as the college
colo~s. a committee was appointed to
neeo tiate for caps and pins.
Air. b. W. y. Baeot CHRIST Honors in
Mathematics Trinity College DUBLIN.
who for four or five years past has been
tine Senior Mathematical Master i'm Nc
CahCs University school. will rcioin the
teaching staff of the school to-day.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-09-29

KNOXVILLE. TENN. Sept. fS-M,-
Tocr Brothers. one of the leading retail
ciothine aud furnishing goods houses in
Knoxville. have assigned Charles Il.
Gates. Jr.. was named as assignee. Lit
hhtics Ss0al. assets not given Pre-
fcrroa clalmr 5000. or the indebtedness
$4,000 falls on Knoxville. aud $4,000 on
Eastern merchants.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-09-29

BURKENlLLE. va. Sept. n.-Spe-
cial.-The "phlorphanian Literary Soc
ci-ty." of Souths.le Female Institute, ORE
e1nized for tine session last Saturday
right. with o. large attendance of both
OLD and new members.
Tho following officers were e''cted for
the quarter.
President Miss Kate AckDr Vice
President. Miss Deboie jeremy Secre-
tarv. Miss Edith Funk, Treasurer. Miss
Lucy Wick. Critic. Miss Lula Mahon,
Monitor. Miss Robbie McGeorge; Histo-
rian. Miss Myrtle Slmonds. Librarian, Miss
carrie Bobbitt. Orsanst. Miss Maude
CAV. Floor COmmittco-Nlsses May
Bruce. Nary Huigins. and Bertha VIII
hanson.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-09-29

Tr,vv. yrON. Va. Sept Especial.
Cantp 2lmrarinor representing tho
s0rnIlsorey Democrats. Mcssrs. Craig
and Franklin the Republicans. and Cen
,ra IunliOv ana Mcssrs Flood and Car
ter tho silver Democrats. all spoke on
the court green. There was no joint dis
Question:
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-09-29
a. 4 tIefenlfP

BRISTOL. TENN, Sept ESPECIAL.
c. A Metcalfe, a prosperous young mer-
chant at Wallace. Va. who was we'll
known and popular in his county, died
last night OF typhoid-fever. A wife and
one child survives him.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-09-29
SAME SILVER TACTICS.
INDECENT CONNER JOUiRDS non.
y. y. sOUTBILL ~ PETEKsBURG.
Chairman yensble Expresses His Con-
tempt of tho Treatment and Makes an
Appeal in the Name of the City.

PETERSBURG. VA. Sept. 2s.-spcclal.
Hon. $. V. southall. Of Charlottesville.
Va, appeared at the Academy OF Music
tonight under the ouspicos OF the Na.on-
al Democratic party of Petersburg, aad
Notwithstanding the inclcment weather
had fairly good-sized audience, among
whom were some OF Pctersburg's most
prominent citizens. seated lu the galleries
were abou- one hundred negroes.
EX-Congrossman T.. g.. Nenablc, pre-
sided and called the meeting TO order
Mr.. Southall made q very clear and ford-
bic speech IN which he discussed the cur
rcncy question. criticized the Chicago
platform and told what evil effect tls
election of Bryan and the free and unlim-
tied coinage OF silver would have upon
the country.
a STINGiNG REBUKE.
At every mention of organs name there
were cheers from the siiverf rs and the
disorder at one time was OF such Il char
actcr that Chairman NCnable arose from
bis seat and addressing those who We're
disturbing the speaker by their yclis
said. Il wamJ 20 make an appeal 10 the
people OF lctcleburg, Tor decent T0n-
duct. i have been here for twenty
years and j have never seen such conduct
j am here TO express my contempt Tor 10.
NJ you have Il speaker, send hm upon
tho stage. and We viii divide time with
him." After this singing robuke from
Mr.. Nenabie. The speaker was allowed to
proceed with but slight interruption.
AT the close of his speech. Mr.. Southal
was warmly congratulated by the promi-
nent gentlemen who occupied seats on the
stage among whom besides the speaker
were cX-COngrossman ~. &. Nonablo.
Captain $. ". Ncnabla and Mir. AlcXand-
q NamIllOn.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-09-29


sinia. and such time be given the State
authorities for the payment OF bills TOT
gas furnished by the city as may DC re-
QuIied 10y the regulations Of the Audi-
tors department And provided further
that whenever tho Auditor shall be satis-
fed that gls-bill has not been properly
delivered. or any error has been made
in the reading Of the meter. or In making
out the gas-bill. he shall rebate the bhi
and relieve the consumer from the penalty
prescribed by this section.
SALES or COKE.
The Superintendent shall make such
sales OF coke and other articles as tho
committee may authorize. Upon any such
sale. the price required by the commit
tee shall be paid 90 the Treasurer as
moneys are required 10 bee paid INTO the
treasury by the ordinances Of the CITY,
who shall give TO the purchaser a re-
ccipt for the sum paid. bearing date the
day OF the payment. and stating the name
of the purchaser. tho article sold ana us
quantity, which receipt shall cniitle the
purchaser TO receive from the supcrinten-
dent such article or articles, except tnal
the Superintendent is authorized To s'h
and receive moneys for lime for disih-
Light shall not have the authority TO
make a contract for sales under TINS
section for longer than one year All
contracts Of the City Gas-Worhs, together
with duplicate invoices and vouchers OF
delivery of an supplies received, must be
furnished 10 the Auditor OF the CITY.
The Auditor shall keep ledger where
I'm for every month he shall enter from
his biI-book the name and location OF
each consumer (whose bin is MADE OUT
in or for that month";. the date ID VINO"
his bill comes, the state Of his meter,
the feet of gas chrgeable, amount OF
discount. amount paid. and when paiu.
NJ any bin remains unpaid for fifteen
davs after Us proseltmcnt tho Auulinr
shall make out another bill for the
amount duo. with ti- addition or D per
confum thereon. and shall deliver the
same 70 the collector of delinquent taxes.
taking his receipt therefor. VINO Snhh
collect the same rs n 30 were Que lot
CITY taxes. ard shan, after c'-
ductinc 3 per contum Tor BIS Compensation
pay the balance 10 the Treasurer Withih
thirty DAYS after the bii is pat into ms
hands: and the official bond OF said c.'-
laotor shall extend 20 secure the iaiiA-
ful collection and payment of the aaid
money: provided. however. that it the
amount OF airy such bin be due from
tenant. or one who was tenant cI li'
premises when IL became due. the OWL
er of the premises 0r tenant under h'in'
other than the person from wnom sN-N
rls-hul is due. may pay tne same TO ''r
Treasurer without The addition "i amy
percentage thereon To shall Do the oN'y
Of Che Auditor 90 demand from the col
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-09-29

The Committee on schools held
meeting az $50 O'Clock yesterday after
noon. and after the transaction or the
usua! routine work adopted she following
resolution.
Whereas. We have just received from
the Council Committee on Schools the
now school building on Randolph street.
therefore
Resolved I. That we are greatly pleased
with The convenience. the fine arrange
men-. and the tasty appearance OF this
building and its excellent adoption TO
school purposes.
Resolved ?. That our hearty thanks
are due and are hereby rendered TO the
Council Committee on Schools Tor the
fidelity and care they have exhibited in
fhe direction OF this work and che city
Council for the generous manner in which
10 has responded 10 the wishes OF I'M.
board.
Resolved 8. That we highly appreciate
the work Of the City Engineers Office
which for a number OF years has planned
our school buildings and has supervised
their construction and which has so
adopted its plans 10 The special necessities
OF each case as 10 secure in their cor
struction continuous Improvement In the
convenience and arrangement Of the
buildings. and. their adoption 20 the
purposes for which .rhey were intended.
J. TAYLOR ELLYSON.
VIM. +. FOX.
Committee.
The Board OF Fire Commissioners held
I, vao1,lar rneetfnR last night and trans
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-09-29

Mrs Charles Dana Gibson nco Lang
horne) arrived I'm the city last SATURDAY
and is visiting her sister Mrs. MoncIi'
PERKINS. sos west FRANKLIN street.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-09-29
GIN. IRIS FAHILR NURSE.
She Dies in 81. Nincents Hospital at a
Ripe old Age.

NORFOLK, VA, Sept. %.-special-
Miss Norah Hayes. age ninety years died
this morning at ST. Vincents hospital.
whore she had been patient for eight
years.
She was for twenty years nurse I'm the
family Of General Robert H.. Lee
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-09-29
RETRENCHMENT And REFORM
Continued From First Page

the payment Of bills for gas furnished
by the city as the regulations OF the
departments at Washington require; ana
provided further. thlt a Ike exemption
shali apply 10 the Commonwealth OF VIZ
snia. and such time be given the state
authorities for the payment OF bills TOT
gas furnished by the city as may be re-
Quiied 10y the regulations OF the Auhl-
tors department And provided further
that whenever tho Auditor shall be satis-
fed that a gas-bill has not been properly
delivered. or any error has been made
in the reading Of the meter. or IN making
out the gas-bill he shall rebate the bll
and relieve the consumer from the penaity
prescribed by this section.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-09-29
VIM. +. FOX.

COMMUNITIES.
The Board OF Fire Commissioners held
a regular meeting last night. and trans
acted routine business.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-12-20

bright in color and much adorned with gorgeous
needcwork. a Norwegian bride + shown in the
sketch. and her gown is characteristic Re-
versing the order OF the Swiss peasant. II IL tho
short skirt that IL gay and the bodice that ~ SOM
brc. For the former the brightest OF bright red IS
rect; but there is chemise,,e-lilte OF white
and much trimming In red gold and blue The
rosetteS that outline the bodice proper red, like
the skirt and have centres OF real gold braid. The
sleeves show bands OF blue yellow and red. and are
finished with frills of white linen. embroidered In
the throat.
The apron proper IS white. showing cross-stitch
embroidery above the hem, and tho thrce-c0rncred
apron Is also white. but Is much enriched with
brisht-red needlework
The bci consists OF bands OF red and gold from
blue and trimmed with bands OF gold. Brown stock
ings. hat-heeled black slippers and "A marvellous
white hcaddress complete the whole. The latter
Is OF snowy white linen. and falls well down over
the shoulders.
The Polish models are good alike for men and
shows high black boots. full trousers Of dull green
a loose white shirt and quaint sleeveless Jacket In
pink orange tone with turban 10 match The
belt Is white, and In 1t Is kept long-stemmed pipe,
while pouch for tobacco hangs below.
The Cossack costume. however. Is even more gay.
red with bands OF green, and a sleeveless jacket in
blue, with series OF yellow scaops falling below 1t.
On the head Is worn a curious. full peaked cap and
into the belt stuck at least two extremely long
stemmed pipes
Tho woman wears high. brown shoes a short
skirt OF red. banded with gold, broad blue sash.
with fringed ends that folds like bodice. and full
white waist, adorned with pink ribbons. On the
head bows OF pink and blue ribbon. forming
crown and the hair is arranged In two long plaits.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-12-20

,rbution represents little girl OF about ten yean
OF age and wears blue satin SKIRT o.ue 'e x,"
Jacket and a big leghorn hat trimmed Win oius
velvet ,,.. su 4. ,,,.,ao, "a
snnnar ahout half the age OF the little maiden Juse
mentioned. She wears a gown OF pink accora sS
neated silk trimmed. with brocaded taneta rooon
and lace and her bonnet Is quaint anair or wnlt9
ieghorn. with a huge poke bent artistica4y AROUND
The biggest doll Is Ruth Hanna. She Is as lares
and as heavy as yearold child. and Is dressed
20 REPRESENT that age. She wears long white COAX.
trimmed with fur. A close-htting bonnet and dainty
silk mittens and stockings. while her undeTc'o'h8s
arr as perfect any that are made .
one Of the most beautiful of the dolls was sen. ~
Mrs : l., Hasey, and wears an exquisite gown ~
heuotrope satin embroidered with buttercups, ana
finished at the hem with little ruche OF nelotrops
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-12-20

SUGGESTIONS FOR THE CHRISTMAS
HOLIDAY FANCY-DRESS SOIREES.
DESCRIPTION ~ DETAIL. or SOME OF THE
PRETTIrSr AHD most BECOMING cos
TUNES ALREADY ORDERED.

A DESCRIPTION IL DETAIL or SOME OF THE
PRETTIrs-r AID most BECOMING cos
TUNES ALREADY ORDERED
The announcement Of peasant BAR 20 DC
given by the Hungarian Literary Society on De
cember a. under the patronage OF Consul-G'nerai
and Mrs Francis Stockincer. has given rise 10
considerable discussion ms to authentic costumes.
The usual conComcra.e combinations supplied ny
costumers which mean. as n rule. some SOFT OF
short gown with picturesque bodice ana mead
dress are to be sure easily obtained. but authen-
tic costumes are a different natter Correct mod
els can be found. however. without excessive
labor. and when faithfully copied. make most ef-
fcctive fancy dresses.
Spain alone affords 4 variety so great hs 10 SUE
ecst different countries rather than only d!Nerent
provinces OF the same land The brilliant y'Hows
combined with black slc most familiar ana IL
causes some surprise 10 discover mat rich plues
and dull reds nre equally the heritage OF tho span
ish peasantry. The costume shown IN the MUS
tration combines n rich. warm blue skirt Win
dull rcd bodice. yet IL 10 tho native dress 81
Valencia and is portrayed In a number OF historic
na,rtings Either silk or soft woohen SUM OF
light weight IS used for tho skirt and IN either
case tho hem is finished with band OF so!d of"id'
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-12-20

EAape of interrogation points. Some OF the semi
INreoious stones are charmngly carved but as a
xuls they require certain depth to display their
color.
The pink topaz the aQuamarine and amethyst
m the nrst-class jewelry shops are only used for
he shoppers Of scent-bottles. In which case they
IRE cut with considerable thickness.
There are pretty bangle-braceets Of odd stones
loosely strung together. sometimes a part Of the
bracelet being chain Of gold. with gold wire
Ipassng like a thread through the stones. Other
bracelets are Of links OF modelled gold Stin brace
2ots stli sell in Paris. and the fact that the Rus
olan Empress landed French soil wearing
heavy gold bracelet over her glove has led to
tov1val Of the clumsy old fashion that-it Is to be
Acped-will be OF short duration.
Some bangle bracelets include ornaments
carts Of the eternal bicycle Wheel or handle bars
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-12-20

brooches watches. in bracelets and for the tops or
pcent-bottl and bonbon cases.
Some very elaborate toilet-sets have crystal
bottles and boxes with miniatures set In the gold
tons and mirrors with Louis XVI frames, orna-
mented with miniatures.
The artist is being considerably called on now by
the Jewellers. only for these dainty replicas OF
IN old form portraiture but for designs IN bass
relief that may be copied in unaloyed goid IheSe
dainty bass-reliefs make fancy pins. good-iuck
AsrgIas or when the subject is a religious one
medals suitable for first communion present; or.
again. a beautiful design Of Holy Mother and
Child" is copied in gold for the cover OF prayer
book.
Bangles are In favor again. oil so 1t would appear
from the number displayed to tempt the christmas
buyer Odd medals, coins or carved semi-precious
s,ones are mounted in gold. 10 be hung 10 bracelet
mr. watchguard or attached 10 odd pins IN the
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-12-20
CHRISTIANS MUSIC.

The Church OF All Saints. corner Of Madison
ave. and One-hundred- a nd-twonty -ninth-st.. Of
which Miss Gertrude Dawson is organist and mus-
cal director. has arranged special Christmas music
to be rendered by choir orchestra and organ.
Tho programme is follows:
Christmas Prelude. by f. Treselt-Orchestra and
organ.
Kyrie Gloria Credo. Sanctus Agnus Del, from
Haydns Imperial Mass"
''Veni Creator" by Giorza-Alto solo. with violin
obligato.
Ofertory. "Adeste Fideles." by Novello.
Elevation. Reyerie. by Fischer-violincello solo.
.Postlude "Hallelujah Chorus" by Handel-Or-
chestra and organ
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-12-20
NOVELTY NECKLACES.

In necklaces the novelty Is strings Of stones GU.
perfectly round like large beads These como IN
turquolses and opals Jeweed aigrettes with tho
diamonds falling from them like heavy drops OF
dew. artistic and graceful and strings OF pearls
fully Two inches across. with diamond slides and
clasps. approved Of BY the best jewellers These
DO worn tight about the throat and the broad
ones certainly require a long neck and gracefully
poised head.
There are also. among these Christmas gifts
heavy jeWellCd snakes. winding twice and hal!
about either throat or arm. with emerald or ruby
eyes and length encrusted with stones. that reach
! In price into the four figures.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-12-20

with soft white lace above II. arranged in Van
dyke points The apron IS Of sheer white lawn
and is al-o edged with the SOFT lace that IL char
acteristc Of Spanish costumes whether for giande
danes or for peasant maids. The bodice must DO
of soft silk TO get good result and the sleeves
are finished with embroidered cuffs Of pale yellow.
with full frs Of the inevitable lace falling from
beneath them. A ichu Of fine white null Is folded