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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
ROANOKE STIRRED UP.
Over the Cases of Real Estate Re-
turned DeIinquent

ROANOKE. VA, November 12-(Spe-
cial.)-The excitement here over appllca-
tons to purchase real estate returned
delinquent and bought in by the State has
been for several days at fever heat. and
the offices of the Clerk of the Hastings
Court and City Sergeant have been
thronged with people anxious tn learn
exactly where they stand in this matter
In some instances real estate has been
sold for taxes due before the property
came into the possession of the present
holders, and in other instances men
whose real estate has been sold for taxes
have produced the receipts for the very
years in which they are charged with
being delinquent The Roanoke Times
has been publishing a list of alleged de-
linquent real estate for several days. for
which applications TO purchase have been
made. and each day the list has been
added to by similar applications. On
Wednesday Judge Woods. Of the Hust-
ings Court, granted an injunction re-
straining the Clerk OF the court from
issuing applications for the purchase OF
lands. or from making out deeds for any
delinquent property sold under the act
OF January %, 1896. which Injunction
with a similar temporary order issued a
few days ago, will. II is believed pio-
tect the people from all eXtortion till the
meeting of the Legislature i'm December,
when that body will be asked to modify
the existing law so as to prevent pro-
PERFORMERS from suffering any hard
ship from the sale of their property
under the law of 1896. which law appears
TO be the cause of all the trouble. The
law provides that when real estate is
sold for taxes and purchased bv the
State, other parties. by filing notice of
their intention TO apply for deed 20 SAID
property. can. by paying the taxes due
on the same, and all other costs accruine
in the case, be furnished by the Clerk OF
the Hastings or County courts with
deed that gives him an absolute title to
the property. after the service OF the
notice OF the proposed purchase on the |
person in whose name the property was |
listed at the time Of the sale; or, In case |
he cannot be found. after the printing |
Of the application in a newspaper for |
four weeks. Public opinion is so much |
aroused on the subject that a committee
Of citizens has been appointed by mass
meeting to look after the interests o. |
those involved in such proposed sales
and, IL necessary. to engage counsel to
assist them in defending their rights.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
GOV ELECT IS BUSY.
APPLICATIONS FOR OFFICE AND M
FLuENcE ARE NUMEROUS.
Private-secretarysh and Two stan
Positions Announced-Surgeo 10
the Penitentiary Agreed Upon-A
Very Heavy Mail.
Positions AM

EAST RADFoRD. VA. November
Especial -Major J. Hoge Tyler has
not been given much rest since the
election. In addition to two speeches
made at jollihcation meetings in Rad
ford and Pulaski he has been over
whelmed with letters of congratulation
and applications for the few positions
in his gift. With the help OF his son,
j. Fl. Tyler, Jr., who has been his pri-
vate secretary for the past, he has kept
his correspondence well up, and he has
answered all his mail. Major Tyler is
not unlik other men who have been
elected TO important offices. While the
places to give are very few, still he
has been very much embarrassed In de-
Gliding who among his many friends
should receive recognition for their ser
vices. Naturally he would prefer to re-
tain his son as his private secretary,
and the position would be well filled by
Mr.. James Tyler. who is a graduate Of
ampden-Sidney. and one well qualified
for the place. He also bore the brunt
OF the campaign and nobly STOOD by
his father. but after careful thought
Major Tyler will offer the place to Mr.
Ben. p. Owen. Jr, of Manchester and
II will be accepted by him. Mr.. owen
receives the place on account of the
fight he made for Major Tyler in Man
chester and In his county. and the ef-f
forts made in securing delegates to the
Roanoke convention. His son will re-
ceive the appointment as messenger, so
he may be near his father. Major Ty-
Ter has received many applications for
positions on his staff. and he has al
ready offered places to two gentlemen.
one of these is MIR. King f. Hartman.
OF Pulaski county, who being a
resident OF Pulaski Major Tyler's
county, has the honor of being
the first selection OF the incoming
Governor. The other gentleman is Mr.
Marion l.. Dawson. OF Richmond
Major Tyler has made up his mind as
to who will be appointed Surgeon at
the penitentiary, but he will not make
known the name until after his inaugu-
ration. Letters for nearly every posi-
ton in the State continue to come in, |
and the friends Of all applicants add |
their voice to the appeals. Many want |
The endorsement of the Governor for |
positions to be filled by the Legislature, |
and by appointment of the different |
heads Of departments. 1t is easy to see |
now the Governor-elect is crowded with |
work. and while he is unable to com |
ply with all requests, he must reply TO |
LII letters.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
UNIVERSITY TEAM.
No Idea of Disbanding-TO Play An
nRpOIis To-day,

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA. Noyem'
Der 12-(Special. 1.-THE report TO the effeci
that the Virginia team contemplated dis
banc ing is entirely unfounded, and those
in authority here are at a loss to know
how IL started. The team left to-day Tor
Annapolis, where they play the cadets.
This will be the closest game of the sea
son for the team. as some OF the scores
show that the two teams are very evenly
matched.
While Annapolis showed up well the
first part of the season, there mas been no
marked Improvement noticeable in her
work of late, and Virginia, while not Sc
good at first has come together and l.
playing much better ball than at any
one substitute man in the game to-mor-
row-Elsom who will play full back In
place of Captain Morrison, who is at
tackle in place of Marsh.
Marsh is suffering from several boils on
his neck, which prevent his playing
fine condition. The practice since the Gal
laudet game has been steady and gooG.
Mallory who is now on left end In place
of Martin, Is playing a steady, nne game.
He played on ST. Adams last year, but
has been unable 10 play much this year
on account of getting his arm dislocated
in the Pennsylvania game. He has, how
ever. been training regularly, and run
ming every evening, so that he Is in per-
feet condition to play hard game.
The Thanksgiving game in Richmond
will not close the season for Virginia this
year. as heretofore, on account OF trip
planned by Manager Buck TO play Centre
and Vanderbilt, at Nashville, on Decem-
Der eth Vanderbin's having beaten
North Carolina so badly will make that
an Interesting game
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
THROWN FROM A SURREY.
Mr.. md Mrs. Jacob Geffert Injured
I'm Runaway Accident

A very serious runaway accident, which
may be attended with fatal results, oc-
CURED on the Williamsburg road, just
below Fulton. Thursday night.
Mr. Jacob Geffert. his wife, and daugh-
ter-in-law. left their home. near Fulton,
al about o'clock TO drive in surrey to
Murphy's store the horse took fright, ana
at one jump bounded to the side of the
road. The animals sudden movement
caused a rear wheel Of the surrey to be
wrenched off.
Both Mr.. and Mrs Geffert were thrown
violently TO the ground and badly bruised.
The daughter-in-law managed to jump
from the vehicle and catch the horse be-
fore IL could run away.
Mr.. and Mrs. Geffert were taken into a
house and their son, Mr.. Jacob Geffert,
Jr., sent for. He saw to the removal or
the injured TO their home, where they are
resting well, though seriously hurt
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
City-HaII Court News.

In the Hastings Court yesterday Will
liam Harris (colored) was convicted OF
house-breaking. and was given sixty days
and fined / cent William Page. Sam
Johnson and William Smithie, charged
were discharged, because the jury was
unable to decide which side was telling
the truth.
In the Chancery Court Lucy A. Stanard
of Lucinda Fleming; John b. Schaaf quail
flied as executor of Robert b. Jones's es-
tate
The following judgment was rendered in
the City Circuit Court: Miller & Co.
against Breeder, Talley & Co. for $ll014
The Law and Equity Court has adjourn
ed for the term
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
Meetings Mt the Y. VI. C. A,

Tonight at o'clock in the association
parlor the Workers Training Service Will
be held. Mr.. II. V. Lineback will lead
The subject will be Faith" An inte-
resting service is assured. At the same
hour, in the Blue Room, the Association
Senate will discuss the Cuban question.
This Is bound to be an interesting ses-
sion of the Senate.
There will be three meetings Sunday.
The Boys Gospel Army at o'clock in the
parlor will be one of the most interesting
meetings ever held for the boys Mr..
w NJ. Bickers, train dispatcher of the
Chesapeake and Ohio railway, will speak
to the boys on the subject of Spiritual
Telegraphy" illustrated by the use OF
teegraphic instruments. The Red and
Blue choirs will sing. The young mems
meeting will be held at A o'clock, and
will be addressed by DR.. j. William
Jones, formerly chaplain of the Univer-
sty of Virginia, who will speak upon the
theme, Hard Fighting" Mrs. C. Il.
Brengle will be the soloist.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
HETEROGENEOUS DISCHARGED.
They Are Charged with Rejecting
Upon n WOman's Character

II. ). Holmes and c. r. Chies, two col
ored carriers employed in the Richmond
post-office, have been discharged and their
places have been filled by Messrs. w. Il.
Joyner and w. S. Doughty, two white
men, whose names stood first on the civil
service eligible list
Complaint had been made against the
two negroes that they attempted to eX-
tort money from the wife of q colored
porter by threatening to circulate re-
ports rejecting upon her character. The
letter containing this threat was sent 10
Postmaster Cullingworth, and by him re-
ferred to the department in Washington.
An officer was sent down to this city
to investigate, and as a result of his re-
port the two men were discharged
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
IN THE COURT OF JOHN.
A Thief, "a Purse-Thfef, ana
Others Get Their Rewards.

Robert johnson. a colored youth. VINO
was charged with breaking and entering
the hen-house Of Betty Powell and steal
ing therefrom q number OF chickens
valued at s24O, was before Justice Crutcn-
field in the Police Court yesterday morn
ing. He testified in his own behalf that
Betty's son had authorized him to get
the chickens. but the astute justice ala
not believe this story, and sent MIN on
TO the grand jury.
George Washington, a small coloIed
boy, was sent to Jail for thirty days Tor
the theft of a pocket-book and $3.50 from
Mrs. Carrie Hebere, of No. 1913 east
Broad street.
William West and Alfred Brown, two
small negroes, we're charged with being
suspicious characters. They mad tried
TO pawn a pretty mail scale. west
proved the property was his own, and the
case was dismissed.
Leslie Page, a young white man. was
charged with assaulting and beating
his father. The case was dismissed upon
payment Of costs when Leslie promised
TO behave himself.
Frank Rolf was charged with stealing
a dog, the property of Matt. Jones,
negro Justice John found out Matt. had
no medal for the dog. so sent him after
one. The case was continued until Tues
day.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
Property Transfers.

Richmond: Oscar n. Brown and VIE
side Leigh street. 60 feet east OF Adams,
H.600.
u. +. w. Carter to IL. ID. Redd DO,
r. Crawford Redd Go. James 4. Redo.
Jr. Q-6), William p. Redd 40, and Jul
MUS A. Redd Q-0, is 1-2 feet on north
side Charity street, IS feet west of st.
Paul, and 25 feet on west side thirty
fourth street, l20 feet north of Marshall,
$500.
Claiborne Green and wife to Bette Il.
Elam's trustee, is feet on west side
Seventh street, 81 2-3 feet north OF Pink
alley, $3.50.
Nelson Williams, Jr., and wife to }.
Andrew Bowler. Is feet on west side
Ninth street, beyond Leigh, subject 10
deed OF trust of 81 $50. 5000.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
Railroad and Steamship Clerks Elect
Officers.

At meeting OF the Railroad and
Steamship Clerks Association held Tues
day night, the following officers were
elected for the ensu year: President.
II. c. Cardoza, of tn Southern railway;
Vice-Presidents-G. S. Crenshaw (Chesa-
peake and Ohio railway, John Mauck
(Southern railway. Nj. Allen (Richmond
Fredericksburg and Potomac railroad)
T. p. Deitrick lkichmond and Petersburg
railroad. j. Mayer (Old Dominion Steam
ship Company, and Joseph Coglin CLYDE
Line; Recording Secretary, Henry HI.
Pollard, Chesapeake and Ohio railway;
Financial Secretary, ID. +. Edwards.
Southern railway; Treasurer, Thomas
Richardson, Richmond. Fredericksburg
and Potomac railroad; Chaplain, ID. $.
Morrison. Southern railway; Sergeant-at-
Arms, - Leary, Richmond, Frede-
ricksourg and Potomac railroad. The as
ISOLATION meets the second Tuesday OF
each month at Central Hall. Fifth street.
and represents all the railroads ana
steams nip lines terminating in this city.
The organization Is for social and fra
ternal benefit. and the meetings are open
10 the public.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
Human Hearts to he Played.

Hal Reds beautiful play Of pastoral life
IN the Ozark mountains of Arkansas,
Human Hearts" Is the attraction at the
academy OF Music on Monday evening.
IL il an idyllic drama, full Of the pathos
or life, frightened with comedy brought
forth by the capers OF juvenile lovers
The story OF the play is straightforward.
ana the author relies upon his actors TO
do the play justice, and not upon a stage
full of gay and gorgeous scenery
The company is the original one, that
has been presenting the play for three
years.
The sale of seats for the engagement
commences this morning at the Academy
box office.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
On SOUTHERN
1scK RAILWAY.
Schedule Effective October ., iSo''
TRAINS LEAVE RICHMOND. VA.

200 A. Nj. NO. IL, Southern Express
daily for Atlanta, Augusta ans
points South. Sleeper Richmond -
Danville. Greensboro, Sahsou.3
and Charlotte. Sleeper open at ."
Il. NJ
Connects AT Danville, salisbury
and Charlotte with the Wasningtgn
and Southwestern Limited NO. ~
carrying sleepers New fork !"
Asheville. Hot Springs. Chattsnoo,
Memphis; New York 70 Ne" VI,
leans; New York 10 Tampa anu
frst-class day coach between
Washington aud Memphis. Gomez
tons are made for all points in
Texas and California. Sleeper open
for occupancy az $3.50 y. NJ. 81.
lX:O0 noon. No. O. solid train daily ior
Charlotte N. c., connects at Nose
ley with Farmville and powhatah
railroad. AT Keysville Cor Clarhs-
vile. oxford, Henderson. and Dur
ham. and at Greensboro for Dur
ham, Raleigh. and winston salem,
at Danville with No. 3, United
States fast mail. solid train. daly
for New Orleans and points SCUM,
which carries sleepers New lork 20
New Orleans. and New YORK -
Jacksonville. Through Sleep sans
bury TO Nashville via Chattan0oga.
also. Pullman tourist sleeper ever
Wednesday Washington 10 81
Francisco. without change.
900 r. NJ, No. II. local, daily, except
Sunday. for Keysyille and interne-
TRAINS ARRIVE AT RICHMoND.
o:2S P. n, from Atlanta. Augusta,
Asheville. and Nashville.
$40 A. NJ. from Keysyille.
LOCAL FREIGHT TRAINS.
Nos. 81 and CO. between Manchester ana
Neapolis. Wa.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13

statement and appeal to be forwarded
to President Diaz, of Mexico, in behalf
of American travelling men. The drum
mers who travel into Mexico from this
country have long been subjected to ex-
cessve taxation. and have recently be-
gun to complain a great deal against the
exorbitant tax imposed on them. Colonel
HARDWOOD will use his best endeavors to
secure relief from the unjust taxation.
This and the move to secure interchange
able mileage will come up for considera-
ton in Washington.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
The John Jones Jury Failed Il
Agree.

The case OF John w. Jones, the negro
school teacher who was indicted Tor
criminal assault on Lottie Reid one OF
his pupils, was concluded In the County
Court yesterday, and resulted i'm a hung
jury. The jury. Il Is understood. stood
eleven for conviction and one for acquit-
tai and they we're discharged. The case
will come up again at the next term OF
the court.
John Broxton and Charles Johnson. the
negroes Nho broke into the stable or
Conrad Feitig and stole calf. were
found guilty OF larceny. Broxton was
given six months In Jail and johnson
four months.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
Replace the Buoy. ON the state Line.

Governor O'Ferrall has returned from
Washington. whittier he went on both
State and personal business The Gov
ernof called on the Secretary OF the
treasury and requested that Captain }.
II. Baylor be detailed as engineer of the
Geodetic and Coast Department to re
place the buoys defining the boundary be-
tween Maryland and Virginia in POGO
moke sound and Pocomoke river.
Mr.. Gage readily consented to the re-
quest, and the work will be carried out
without delay. All expenses involved in
the work will be borne by the two States.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13

Atlantic and Danyille Railroad Com
pany against Rieger. No. s. Argued by
Alfred +. Thorn for plaintiff in error
and r. c.. Marshall and w. H. Bur
roughs for defendant In error. and con-
tinued until Monday,
The next cases TO be heard are Thom's
Administrator against Thorn and others.
No. S. and Richmond Union Passenger
Railway Company against New YORK
and Seabeach Railway Company No. T.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
DEPARTURE OF STEAMERS.
. OLD DOMINION
LGN STEAMSHIP COMPANY.
DAILY LINE
NJ FOR
\ NEW YORK.

Passengers can leave Richmond DAILY
via Chesapeake and OHIO railway AT s:aO
A. NJ. or Richmond and Petersbure rail-
road Norfolk and Western routei % a
IA. connecting at Norfolk with Old Do
minion Line steamer sailing SANE eve
ming for New York.
AIL-WATER ROUTE.
Steamship Old Dominion leayas NJ.
mond every Monday at 3 Il. NJ. for M,
YORK via James river. "e"
Tickets on sale at Richmond Trars,.,.
Company's, 90S east Main street: Ch ts |.
peake and Ohio railway, and Ricbmon,
and Petersburg railroad depots an 80
company's office. 1912 east Mai, stroe a :
Richmond. baggage checked througb
FREIGHT
for New York and all points beyon, 40.
be shipped by direct steamers ssfiin't
from Richmond every MONDAY AND
leaving Richmond WEDNES1 Az si
NJ. for Norfolk, connecting with steamer
for New York.
Manifest closed one hour before sailing
time.
Freight received and forwarded os
through bills OF lading issued for ~,
northern. eastern. and foreign ports ~'
FROM NEW YORK.
Passengers can leave daily exco..
day. to Norfolk or Old Point Co.., Sun-
connecting with Norfolk ana Svi,ort.
railroad or Chesapeake and Ohio railwayn
Direct steamers tyla James-river rn',,y.
leave every SATURDAY passeneer' a .n
freight. and MONDAY freight o5Iv, ana
Sailing from company's spier ~ a.
North river, foot OF Beach street, at 4 y
Freight received and Forwarded da,tv
except Sunday. 'y'
For further Information apply 10
JOHN u. MAYER. Agent.
l2l2 east Main street.
pfahrnA..I
w. t. Guillaudeu. Vice President an,
Traffic Nanager New York. oc 2s
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
OPERATION Performca ON Ml.s Kernr,

Mrs Daisy kerrs the daughter OF Mrs
NJ Il. Kerns. OF 1918 Fenabe street, was
operated upon yesterday afternoon al the
Old Dominion Hospital between 8 and q
O'clock by Dr. Charles X. Robins. assisted
oy Dfs. Cosby. Coleman. and Miller. She
bore the ordeal brayely. and her condi-
tion ~ very favorable.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
Donation-Day at the Virginia Hos
nfful-

Yesterday was donation-day at the vir-
ginia Hospital, and many friends OF that
institution called at the building and iert
gifts, consisting of groceries. orders for
fuel, money, and other useful things.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
shoclxoe,s Entertainment.

Shockoe Council, Royal Arcanum, held
its fourth quarterly entertainment at the
Young Mems Christian Association last
night. A delightful musical programme
was rendered, and the whole affair was
voted tho most pleasant and satisfactory
In the history OF the organization.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
The Lyceum Lectnre.

Members Of the Richmond I.yceum can
get their reserved-seat tickets 10 Anthony
Hope. who will appear at the Academy
on Tuesday evening, by applying at the
Office OF the j. L. Printing Company at
any time to-day before O'clock.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13

Bishop Robert A. Gibson will conduct
services and preach in st. James Pro-
testant Episcopal church tomorrow
morning at II O'clock. The afternoon SER
vice will be omitted. owing to the semi
annual celebration of all the Sunday
schools In st. Pauls and Holy Trinity
churches.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13

.oionei John 8. Harwood. acting I'm mis-
t@p4risy as chairman OF the National
~ .s,snye Committee cf the Travellers
= association. Il nrenafing y
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13

Cards. Bill-Heads. Statements. Letter
Heads. Note Heads. Circulars. Handtills,
Dodgers. &C.. printed by the Dispatch
Company at low prices. win give you
good work at same prices you pay for
inferior work. Send US your orders and
we will guarantee satisfaction In every
particular.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13
TRAINS ARRIVE RICHMONn

4:2O A. NJ, Daily, from Jacksonville 9,
vannah, Charleston. Atlanta
Macon, Augusta. and an
points South
s:15 A. NJ, Daily. except Sunday Al.
lanta, Athens. Raleigh Her.
derson, Dynchburg. and tha
West Nv
s:37 A. NJ. Daily. Petersburg local
500 A. NJ, Sunday only from Atlsnts
Athens Raleigh. Henderson
Lynchburg. and the West -
II :O5 A. NJ, Daily. Norfolk. Suffolk ana
Petersburg.
$50 p. NJ, Daily. Jacksonville. Savan.
nah. Charleston. Wilrnin@-
ton, Goldsboro ana IA
points South
700 p. NJ, Daily. Norfolk. Suffolk IA.
verify and Petersburg
$50 T. NJ, Daily. Petersburg, lynch.
burg, and the West.
J. r. KENLY, T. NJ EMERSON.
General Manager. Traffic Manager
III. VI. EMERSON.
General Passenger Agent,
G. s. CAMPBELL.
no Division Passenger Agent
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13

The canvassing committees II the Gin-
ter Memorial Association began their
work yesterday morning, and ALREADY
they have met with much announcement.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-11-13

New Furs. Muffs. and collarettcs lust
received. The styles ana prices viii salt
you.
TEMPLE.PEMBERToN. coRDEs a co.