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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24

Dr. James Y. Fair preached two power
fgl sermons az the Grace-Street Iresoy-
terrain church Sunday. Ills morning SUBJ
ject was Excuses, and i'm the evening
Ae preached on "Inhdeiity.'
The revival on Byrd Island, conducted
by Rev. vs.. $. Lcake, Is proving 10 be
very successful. ON sunday night there
were three professions Of faith ana sew
cral requests for prayer. The meetings
viii continue during the week, and the
public Is invited 10 attend.
Yesterday morning Rev. j. r. Harrison,
pastor OF the Fulton Baptist church,
preached his fortieth anniversary sermon
as a minister OF the gospel. Ills text was
Luke xiv IL. Come. for all things are
now ready" Mr. Harrison delivered an
eloquent discourse. Referring 10 himself,
De said that while he had been preaching
for forty years hc had not as yet found
any objection TO the Bible. and il was
the same 10 him now as 10 was when he
began the ministry Alr. Harrison SAID
that ne had been instrumental in bring
ing $1,000 souls 20 Christ. having done "a
great deal of evangelical work. Mr. iiar-
rison. though he has given 10 the pulpit
forty years Of useful service. is "a vigorous
and able preacher. and Fulton church
is fortunate in having his services.
Rcr. S. G. Hatcher the new pastor OF
the Dcnny-Strect ". T.. church. preached
both morning and evening an his new
charge Sunday. lie delivered TWO power
ful sermons but the one at night WAS
his greatest effort. Ills text at nisht was
ST. John vii ~ "rhcn spoke Jesus again
unto them. saying. j ana the light of the
world. bee that followcth me shall not
walk FOO darkness. but shall have the light
OF lifc' MIR. Hatcher handled his SUBJ
iect I'm an able and forclb'e manner. lie
has every reason 10 DE proud Of the con-
crecations which greeted him. The form
or pastor. Rev. ". y. Williams will
probably preach his farewell sermon next
Sunday night.
The Westminster League Of the Grace
Street Presbyterian church. although II
has been recently organized is already
doing 20 good work. and wide field or
usefulness is opening before st. Besides
the weekly pravcr-mcctng 40 the church
and the monthly service at the Ola Ladies'
Home. the members are doing practical
deeds of charity During The last month
the Relief Committee has rendered as-
sistauce TO four families, and the Good
Literature Committee has distributed goo
papers. GS magazines and "a tracts. Sab
bath schools go Charles city, Nelson agd
New Kent counties have been supplied
with library and hymn books and papers.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24

one Of the largest congregations ever
assembled I'm the mission room corner Of
Eichth and Main streets was present dt
the 3 O'Clock service Sunday afternoon 10
hear Mrs. Margaret Moran. IL is very
seldom that lady moving In the highest
society and surrounded with the luxury
and worldly ease that II S. supposed
wealth and aristocratic lineage brings.
Will resign an and willingly enter the
mission fields in the slums Of a large
city. Mrs. Moran has had advantage
that few OF the noble women now I'm the
field for Christ possess. viz: The Educa-
tion and worldly wisdom, that wealth
gives TO those who are endowed with
native talent. Highly gifted i'm this re-
spect and imbucd with the power from on
High. she is an able teacher ANA has the
power to hold an audience through
long discourse. that many times would
seem tirosome when addressed by 9TH
ors. Her message yesterday was taken
from the Gospel of 81. John. chapter I.
commencing al the 18th verse and taking
her text from the 10Th verse: "Behold
the Lamb OF God. which tukoth away the
sin of the world" Tho message was
very impressive At night she spoke
at the Apostolic church in Fulton.
Thanksgiving services will be held AT
the above mission Thursday afternoon at
Q o'clock
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24
AN ERRfNG CONDUCTOR.
I. j. NORTH Gets Fifteen Days for Piilag
ing His Room MAZE.


ing His Room Mate.
L. J. Morton was given fifteen days
I'm .all yesterday morning by Justice
Crutchacld. on the charge OF robbins
". 4. MCGEE.
Morton came here some time ago ana
succeeded i'm securing a position as con-
ductor on the Richmond Railway ana
Electric Comnnny. He worked along
and made friends with his fcllow-em-
plovcs. ana was put down as a good
fellow. lie roomed with brother con-
ductor. and they were good friends.
They wore each others clothes ana
things were In common In the room they
knew as home.
W. +. MCGEE was the roommate ana
81 late he has been missing various ar
tlclos. When he retired Saturday night
he took the numbers Of the tickets be
had. and when he arose TO go 10 WORK
Sunday morning. discovered that two OF
the Sins were missing. lie said moth
ine 10 Morton. but reported the case TO
Detective Hall. who saw the young man.
who denied all knowledge of the tickets
concealed on his person, but they were
found. Sergeant Hall also found
number OF labor tickets IN Mortons card
case that belonged 10 Niece.
When Justice Crutchfeld rendered his
decision Morton had 10 surrender his
badge and other property belonging 10
the company TO Cashier Franklln' VINO
was present.
Berkeley Taylor (colorcO was fined 50
for being drunk and assaultng Messrs.
j. H. and \. Lancar.
Wesley Kirby Cwhit) was sent 10 JAN
for six months for drunkenness.
John Graves CcoloroO was fined SO
for being drunk and disorderly
Frank Venable whitcD was given thirty
DAYS for stealing a pair Of boots from
y. Steigleder
Mary Coney (coloreO was sent to jail
for fifteen days for stealing pocket
book from Lucy Atkinson.
Isaiah jefferson and Henry Nash were
sent TO the grand jury charged with
intent to commit larceny at Sweeney s
stable.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24
THREE GREAT ATTRACTIONS.
An Exceptionally brilliant Play-Bill at the
AcadrInN I'm. Meek.

Manager Thomas J. Lcath has secured
tile famous White Crook Mammoth EN-
travasinza Company for Tnanksg giving
evening. Wednesday. November 10Th The
Organization comes highly endorsed by
press and public wherever they have app
pedred.
IL is beautifully staged the scenery
being especially fine and the costumes.
from an artistic standpoint, most charm
ing.
The production ls an extravaganza with
a plot just sufficient 10 form a neucleus.
around which its principal features CEN
tire.
II gives scope for individuality. and
with the bright cast which Mr. Rush
has brought together. the result is an
entertainment pleasing alike 10 the eye
and ear.
Its music is OF the most catchy charac-
ter. Astounding in solos, duets. trios, quar-
tettes and choruses
The chorus and ballet is composed Of
forty pretty girls. the comedians are clev-
CT and funny; the speciiltios introduced
are novel. and the entertainment abOunds
in features which are most entertaining
and well worth seeing. The engagement
is only for one night, and should draw a
crowded house.
BRYTON IN FORGIVEN"
Forgiven" is ssid 10 be one OF the
best American plays ever written. The
secret OF its success can be tod in one
word-naturalism From the moment the
curtain rises on the first act until the
final fan at the conclusion. this great
play holds the spectators attention. Mr..
Bryton has surrounded himself with a
carefully selected company. and each
character IL well and strongly portrayed.
His John Diamond is one OF the strong
est characterizati0ns ever seen on the
American stage He has host OF admir-
ers among theatre-goers Of this city. who
will undoubtedly be present at the Acade-
nv Of Music next Thursday and Friday.
There will be matinee on Thursday.
MINNIE MADDERN FlSkE.
The theatre-lovers OF this city may felici-
tate themselves upon the appearance
here soon OF Minnie Mnddern Fiske. who
this season has in her new play. THE
Right to Happiness" Drama that fits
her Ike \ glove. The Chicago Chronicle,
commenting on her work last season.
said. Minnie Maddern Fiske Is an kmeri-
can. and superlatiyes are not as a general
thing employed IN describing the native
artist. but II is a tribute OF justice 10
her 10 say that she is the greatest actress
who has been seen here since Duse."
She will be at the Academy on Satur-
day, matinee and evening"
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24

route 10 the North Georgia Methodist
Annual Conference. at Dalton. Ga, has
kindly consented 20 deliver his illus
tratcd stcrcopiicon lecture. The Indians
Their launts. Their Sports. Their
Homes for the benefit OF the Epworth
League Of Centenary NJ. T.. church.
He will lecture in the vcstry OF that
church tonight al SI5 o'clock. one
hundred superb stcrcopticon views OF
Indian life viii be shown. All VINO are
interested in the Indians. or IN the So
called Indian question should hear
DR.. Young. who speaks from years OF
personal observation among the cree
and Saltcaux tribes.
His address is calculated TO quicken
missionary zeal. for an hearts are thrill
ed ana gladdencd by his story OF gospel
triumphs in the Northand.
No missionary was ever more interest
Ing. The doors Will open promptly at
,.i5 o'clock.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24

desirous Of having US all work for Sue
cess. persuaded Chairman Lamb, and
through him the Executive Committee.
to acquiesce IN a pro tempore organ.za-
ton. which was known as the 'CamDaign
Committee That committee is now
dead"
who will have charge OF affairs in the
State now, Colonel?" / asked.
THE party affairs are in the hands Of
the State Executive Committee" he re-
Piled "and not a man OF that committee
doubts the legality of his election. Its
critics will be fairly and firmly met by
the Executive Committee.
What about the rumored call OF the
State Committee for meeting IN this
city this week." | asked
1.-THE committee has condemned TIE
stealthy movement set on foot 70 convene
the State Committee frreguldrly, and
without its being communicated with
through the chairman or secretary. Yet.
Il has shown it's purpose 10 silence the
captious by issuing a regular call for
assembling the full State Committee ard
IL will be glad to have the advice and
council, at the same time Of ,c1d'ng
Republicans from all parts II ;he SAFE.
Its members have no scheme 10 promote,
either I'm combination or as individuals.
They simply desire TO discharge tne trust
imposed in them. They derive their au-
thority from a State convention OK the
party. as respectable In character and
membership. and as nearly unanimous as
any ever held in Virginia.
"They will bow submissively 10 none
but lawful authority over them. but will
earnestly strive 10 promote the unity Of
the Republican party in Virginia"
Chairman Lamb has, as stated In The
Times. called the State Committee TO
meet in Norfolk on December 18th.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24

to Sarah Woodson, 2S feet on south side
Jackson street between Adams and St.
Peter. 500.
Augustus Griffin, r. p. Walton and their
wives. 10 Maude NJ. plunkett - l-3 feet
on east side Randolph street. 100 2-3 feet
south Of Chahin, Sl.S5O.
HenricO.--B. A. Brauer and wife TO
City of Richmond. acres on east side
Stony Run creek adjoining Oakwood
Cemetery, and right Of way over acres
adjoining. $500
Howard T.. Strudwicks trustees. 10
Richmond Perpetual Building Loan and
Trust company. lots 10 and II in Block +,
Barton Heights, 5000
W. W. Wheeler's trustees. 70 same. lots
II and u in block 6. Barton Heights,
5000.
Martha 4. Whites trustees. TO same,
northern half Of lot in square 29i, Du-
yals Addition. $40.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24
"MEETiyG NOT IRREGULAR,"
Says n Prominent Republican Regarding
the Called Committee Meeting.


In reference to the dispatch printed
| in The Times Sunday from Norfolk re-
garding the meeting OF the Republican
Executive Committee that had been cali
ed by Chairman Lamb, which resulted
in the ordering Of meeting OF the state
Committee, TO be held in that city on
December 18th. prominent Republican,
TO whom l spoke yesterday about IT,,
said:
.aThe dispatch says that Colonel Lamb
made light OF the meeting that had been
called Tor this city next Thursday even
ing. Doubtless. had he known that over
two-thirds OF the members OF the COM
mittee had signed the call. the meeting
for December 18th would not have been
called"
He stated that twenty of the twenty
four Lncontested committeeman had sign
cd the call.
THE action Of those who called the
meeting for next Thursday Is entirely
regular" he continued. They are act
ing strictly under the new plan OF or
ganization, which provides in Article 3.
section 3, that the committee shall meet
at such times and places as 1t may deem
proper. or be designated by the Executive
Committee. and q majority Of said COM
mttee shall constitute a quorum.
I'm April when the plan OF organiza-
ton was adopted. it was made to be
effective as soon as conventions should
haze been held within each congressional
district. As the Third district did not
hold its convention until September, the
committee up to that time was not com
plete, and no action could be taken until
this district had elected its members.
The meeting to be held here on Thurs-
day will elect an Executive Committee
and pass upon the question as TO the
Second and Tenth district contests. The
calf is as follows:
I'VE the undersigned members OF the
Republican State Committee Of Virginia.
deemng It proper that there shall be
meeting Of our committee held In the
city OF Iichmond. at Foris Law Bulic-
ing. on Thursday the 2Gth day OF ~
vemi or. 1s45. at g clock j.. NJ. 80
hereby call the same. for the purpose
OF eleclng an Executive Committee, I'm
accordance with he new plan or or
ganlzation. and for the transaction of
such other business rs may properly be
brought before it, Notice is hereby
given for the attendance OK the members
OF the committee AT said meeting
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24

The regular meeting of the city school
Board of the city of Richmond was held
in the city Hall yesterday afternoon AZ
8 o'clock. present-Messrs. Joseph {.
Dickcrson (vice-chairmam. Edwin -.
Starkc. Alamo l.. Phillips James II. "a
pcrs. r. Edgar Shine. Robert 7. Brisss'
Charles Hutzler. and william Fox, super
intcndcnt. and =. p. Rady. clerk.
Mr.. Fox. superintendent submitted MS
monthly report. which gives the condition
Of the public schools. Total enrolment,
~ Dos. monthly enrolment 1850; per cent.
of attendance. So. This shows an increase
of III during the month
Tho Superintendent says that tnere has
been "a good deal of sickness IN the
schools. which has interferod somewhat
with tho attendance.
The Superintendent reported the resig-
nation Of Miss Bessie Martin, and the
assignment Of Miss Arabella ;. Pitcher
10 Belle View school.
The board ordered tho schools 10 be
closed Thursday and Friday next.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24

or the Eepub lean Party in the State o.
Virginia.


Virginia.
Colonel Robert r. HUBBARD. member
Of the Republican State Executive Com
mittce. reached the city from Norfolk sun
day night, where he had been in attend
ancc on session of that committee
In view of the recent publications con-
ceruing tho why's and whereforcs" Of
tha: committee. l called upon Colonel
HUBBARD. and in reply to an inquiry as
10 the status OF the Executive Committee
hn said:
Personally. / have never desired to
serve on any permanent committee Of
the party. Under General MahOne's chair
manship I never did. While absent, in
New York. last summer | was chosen
at the suggestion Of a friend, as a mem
bar Of the State Committee. This friend
had never consulted me. and he knew
nothing as to my wishes about the mat
ter. Having been chosen. however. and
being deeply interested IN the result Of
The canvass then impending, ! determined
90 serve. although much against my
personal inclinauOns.
Il have always labored for harmony
I'm the party. and have never encouraged
factlonal strife. l have no personal ami
rnosltios TO crafty and my whole feeling
has been to see a strong. heightened party
IN the State. regarlful or sound publlc
opinion and striving always 10 merit the
confidence OF the Virginia people
The new plan OF organization nur-
noscly designed 10 limit the powers 81 the
state chairman. contained some awkward
expressions. which have been seized tron
by persons unfrlendly 10 Chairman
Lambs administration. as giving color
TO a claim that the election Of the EA-
ecutive Committee was not valid; and
tins question being sprung at the opening
Of the canvass the National Committee,
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24

The regular Monday meeting II The BaD-
tiet ministers of Richmond and Manchcs-
ter was held ut the Second church yes
tcrdIy.
The conference was requested 10 pre-
pare for "a recognition service az Eroadus
Memorial church. Rev. George J.. vii
Iams and REV. Drs. Wright and Cooper
were appointed "a committee ON arrange
mcnts Arrangements for Inanhsgi1 ing
services were left 20 the individual
churches.
A very interesting address was made
by Rev. !. II. Eager on his work ia
Italy
A revival meeting was ronortod as being
in prorrcss az Neuahlc- street church.
Rev ". A. Rachv is assisting the pastor.
Rev Dr J s Dll
Rev. q. y Williams preached at West
End church. Petersburg. sunday. This
is the church which recently called Rev.
w $ Lcakc.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24

Remains at Laurel->trect Church for His
Innrlh Near-Ihc serNIce.


At Iaurel-Strcet Methodist church sun
day the services We're Of an interesting
character In the morning Rev W. y.
HOlcomb preached. and was listened 10
attentiVely by those present. Al hlshl
the pastor, Rev. Il. j. Taylor, preached TO
a large audience, taking for his subject.
MY grace is sufficient Tor thee, III
which ne treated the subject in mas
terly manner, and at the close or the ser
vice many toar-dimmed eyes were seen
among the audience.
By the appointment Of the recent con-
ference held in Lynchburg, Mr.. Taylor
was appointed for his fourth and last time
10 this church, under the law Of the
Methodist Episcopal Church. South. Since
his pastorate began with this congregd-
tiDn he has accomplished "a good Work.
During his time the congregations nave
been ,arge. the Sunday-schOOl work I'M
proved. and both Junior and Senior Ep-
worth Leagues have been organized with
large membership and doing good work.
The church has been able during these
hard times 10 pay something on the debt
OF their odincc. new windows have been
replaced. and the interior OF the church Is
being painted. Mr.. Taylor has added be
tween two and three hundred members
90 the church during his stay, and il IS
hoped this year will be his best. by his
iudefatigable efforts a mission school,
with a large membership has been start
cd m the west end Of the city
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24
MR.. MEREDITH'S LETTER.
what the City Attorney >aNsin Withdraw
ing His Resignation.


ing His Resignation.
As published exclusively i'm Sunday s
Times. Mr.. G.. Y. Meredith. city Attor-
ney. on Thursday last wrote 20 Mayor
r. NJ. Taylor withdrawing hi7 rosiena-
ton from that Office. Below IS Mr..
Mercdltn's letter:
Richmond. Va. Nov. 10. 1896.
Hon Rich1rd NJ. Taylor, Mayor:
Dear Sir.-Tn view Of the action taken
by the city Council or tho 18th last. in
regard TO the resignation rendered by
me as city Attorney I beg leave TO
Withdraw the same.
ask that you will inform them OF
this withdrawal and viii convey TO them
the expression Of my high appreciation
Of their kind treatment. / am
Very truly.
G.. y. MEREDITH.
city Attorney.
The matter has been referred TO the
Council by Mayor Taylor in the follow
ing letter:
Richmond. Va, Nov. 10 $50.
Hon. Council. City of Richmond:
Genuemen.-1 transmit herewith a let
ter received from c. y. Meredith. Esq.
Tor your information and guidance.
Very respectfully.
RICHARD NJ. TAYLOR.
MAYOR.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24
Arre.lcd a. SnsnIclons Character

Sergeant Otey at the First District
arrested two white men. named J. b. Al
len and VI. RI. Adams. at the First Mar
ket Yesterday morning on the charge Of
being suspicious characters. Both men
were acting strangely. and were trying
10 sell a steer. They We're taken to the
station-house and bailcd for 500 EACH
with r. g.. Harjer as security
a telegram was received later from
Hanover saying a cow and q steer had
been stolen and asked the police to watch
out for the thieves.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24

s-. T.. w. Finch. well-known citizen
of Richmond and physician I'M charge
Of the Kccly Institute OF this state
viii boz married tonight 10 Mrs. Alice
T.. Coleman The ceremony will take
place 40 o'clock at the residence Of
Mrs. Nelson Mrs. Colcman's sister, No.
U0 east Leigh street.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24
Rrccnllon 90 the New Pastor.

This evening at o'clock the congrega-
ton OF Clay-Stroot Methodist church will
tender reception TO their new pastor
Rev T.. n. Rawlings az the church. cor
ner Adams and Clay streets. All mem
bers of the church and congregation are
specially invited 10 be present. Refresh
church.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24

on Friday. December 4th. the ladies be
LONGING TO the Guild Of An Saints church
will give at the Young Mems Christian
Association Han n pleasant concert which
promises &C. Doe entirely delightful The
best local talent. together with gifted
peoplc from other cities. has bcen enc
raged 10 bring about THIS desirable re-
sult ana everything points 10 thorough
success.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24

A reception was given AT the residence
Of Mr.. James T.. Grady. i'm Fulton. Sunday
night TO the ushers and intimate friends
of Mr.. and Mrs Joseph SOlari. who re-
turned from their bridal tour on Saturday
evening. The party filled the handsome
residence 10 IT'S utmost capacity. Many
CONGRATULATIONS were snOwered upon the
happy couple during the evening.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24

In spite OF opposition and criticism.
Mr.. +. Hopkinson Smith continues his
unselnsh effort to show, that INC iurklsn
who wouldn't harm a fly, and that the
Armenians are a red-handcd race Il rut-
ms and outlaws. The gentleman UNI
dcrtaking has as yet caused no violent
change i'm popular opinion as TO the ques-
tions involved but II has enabled him
to exhibit his broad and comprehensive
Ignorance concerning conditions In Iur-
key and Armenia in manner whlch
makes A powerful appeal to the artistic
fancy.-Mail and Express.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24

Richmond.-James III. Dooley, special
commits -ionor TO David McKiniry. - feet
on cast side Of Seventeenth street be-
tween Washington and Cedar s..
Polly and Zacharah Grayeley. Alfred
J.. Mary T.. and Alex. Thompson. Jr.,
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24
Mr.. WINNER Congratulated.

Mr.. J. T.. WINNER who was recently
acquitted Of the murder Of Samuel o.
Thalhlmer. has received number OF
congratulatory letters from friends in this
city and other places. Several OF the
jurors who tried him have written com
mending his course.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1896-11-24
My position is most painful-Thomas

NV postum i itloNt ltiAhA'is -N'i''eN'
Evergreen Watson.
.. Thomas. Thomas. wherefore art thou
Thomas? Your position Is the most COM
Portable, advantageous, and conspicuous
YOU ever occupied, and you are happier
i'm II than a squirrel under nut tree.
Your hat is off, because you are using IL
as a speaking trumpet Your bright
bronze hair blows In poetic turbulence
about your alert and spreading ears.
There is CHEEKY twinkle and no crank
like stare in your eyes. Tom. You are
enjoying yourself thoroughly. aud wen
YOU know il. Raise your voice, II so you
please. and contract your Adams apple.
and put the semblance of Indignation into
the veins of your forehead. Stamp tho
earth with your impetuous brcgans, and
make the air hiss with your gestures.
It's all i'm the part. VIII you last four
years Tom. or will somebody with still
mere comic "act" and feet more agile In
the clog rise up and take your place.
Tom At any rate, you are present
blessing. and your town Of bnomson
ought TO drop the h In honor of its most
entertaining citZcns.-NeW York sun