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The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-06-20
Bonds Void.

LOUISVILLE, June ia special to the
Times from Frankfort, says: Judge Cantrill
has decided Illegal and void the act of the
legislature for the issue of 100000 Of bonds
for state purposes. The decision was rendered
in case brought for the purpose of testing
the validity of the issue. The decision will
be appealed at once to the court of appeals,
which will pass upon the matter if possible
before the summer vacation, which begins
next Saturday. Should Judge Cantrill be
sustained the entire revenue legislation Of
the late general assembly for 1898 viii be
defeated.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-06-20
Through Tourist Sleeping Cars

From ST. Paul to San Francisco via
"The Milwaukee, for the Christian
Endeavor meeting. These cars will
leave ST. Paul at 8:35 a. M, June 20
and July 1, and reach San Francisco
at 6:15 p. m. July 3 and 5. Rate, ST.
Paul to San Francisco, $26.75; sleeping
car Sc per double berth. Returning,
the rate from San Francisco to st.
Paul $26.75. Space in sleeping cars
should be secured early. For full par
ticulars apply at 'The Milwaukee" Of
fees, or address J. T. Conley, assistant
general passenger agent, st. Paul,
Mimi.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-06-20
JAPAN'S POSITION.
Formal Statement of 1t Sent to Sec
retaPy sherman

WASHINGTON, June 19.-The Jap
anese minister has filed with the secre-
tary of state a formal statement of
the position of his government with re-
spect to the proposed annexation of the
Hawaiian islands by the United States.
Although it is officially denied that
Japan has protested against the an
nexation treaty, it is admitted that
thaNgovernment has represented in the
strongest terms its expectation that
it's treaty rights in Hawaii shall be
fully respected in case of annexation.
The letter of the japanese minister on
this subject will be forwarded to the
senate for it's information in the con-
sideration of the treaty.
An interesting scene was enacted in
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-06-20
Killed by Lightning

QUINCY, I'll. June 1.-TWO men were killed
by lightning near Taylor Station, Mo-, today.
The victims were James H. Smith, who lived
on the farm of Mrs. James Jarrett, of Quincy
and Samuel H. Hickman, who boarded with
him. and worked the adjoining farm. Hick
man was in The barn at 5 a. m today when
Smith went to call him to breakfast. A bolt
of lightning struck and killed Smith just as
he entered the stable door. The same fash
fired the barn and it was burned. While the
barn was burning Mrs. Smith and children
rushed out and pulled the body of Smith
from the flames.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-06-20
spaniards From the Cnneries

Several families (Spanish) from the Cana
ry islands came to Louisiana in IT'S under
the auspices of the reigning king of Spain,
at whose expense they were also furnished,
after they had established homes in the prov
ince, with pecuniary assistance, house for
each family, cattle, chickens, AGRICULTURAL i'm
plements and provisions. This generous help
to these Spanish colonists continued for three
years after their arrival. Three settlements
OF these colonists were formed in Louisiana
to wit: one at Cerre- aux Boeufs, below New
Orleans; one at Valveztown, on the Amte
river, and the third on the Bayou La Fourche
to which was given the name of Valenzuela
The kings generosity also provided church
for each of these settlements. Among the
prpesent inhabitants of Terre-aux- Boeufs and
old Spanish immigration from the Canaries.-
New Orleans Picayune.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-06-20
A Parliamentary Hint.

1t was getting late, and still the venerable
ex-United States senator fingered in the par
lor with the young people. Evidently some
thing had to be DONE
81 hope, papa" said the daughter, gently
but resolutely, that you will not be offended
If 1 now move a close call of the house dur
ing which all persons not entitled to the
floor will please retire, while Charlie and 1
discuss a question of personal privilege!'-
Truth
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-06-20
Chinese EXPLORERS.

The evidence is accommodating that the west
ern coast of Mexico was settled or at least
visited by Chinese twenty centuries or more
ago. The stone situated in TIE Magdalena
district this state, recently discovered with
Chinese characters inscribed upon it, has
just been visited by Sen Yup, a well educated
Cinnamon of Guaymas. The latter copied the
inscription and from the translation already
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-06-20
A Kansas Solomon.

before whom a father had brought his eigh-
teen-year-old daughter on a charge of in
sanity, found that the fathers real object in
the proceedings was to prevent her from
marrying the young man of her choice, he
called the lover, who was among the spec
taSors, and performed the marriage forth
with.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-06-20
Ian Cruiser Coming

anese man-of- war, the Niyie. is on her way to
this port. She will receive orders here from
the Japanese government, and it is antici-
pated that she may be ordered to Hawaii.
The visitors will be welcomed by the mont
tors Monterey and Monadnok, which vessels
will not start for the north until after her
arrival.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-06-20

were inscribed on the stone over twenty
centuries ago. 1t is also learned that there
are ancient Chinese tombs and mounds near
the Jojoba mining camp this state These
tombs and mounds have never been explored,
as they are in a rough and almost impene-
trable mountain section OF country.-Hermos-
lilo, Mexico, Special to Chicago Tribune.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-06-20
Iowa TreEedy.

DAVENPORT, To-, June 19.-John Gugel-
heimer has murdered his wife by mixing
strychnine with eggnog He then committed
suicide in the same manner Neighbors found
his body in the kitchen and that of his wife
in the cellar. Gugelheimer was a farmer
living six miles from this city, and had
formerly been insane.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-06-20
Tame Enough.

Tourist lin Jersey, apprehensively)-How
about the Jersey mosquito? Don't you find
them pretty vicious creatures?
Jersey Native. Cndifferently)-Not at all!
Not at all! Why, they'll eat right out of
your hand!-Puck
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-06-20
Big MaOris.

New Zealand's representative Maoris for
the queens celebration have been selected for
their size. Two of the natives weigh respec-
lively 400 and 365 pounds.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-06-20
PrOsaic Papn.

PA asked the Sweet Young Thing. ''can
you tell me the ten best short poems?"
know Which h are tbs ten Shortest SOW
Indianapolis Journal.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-06-20
Time for Him to Go.

He-Do you have any trouble about sleep
ing?
She-Not at all. I can scarcely keep awake
now.-Detroit Free Press.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-06-20

Flowers bloom in the spring. Palm
Garden sprouting. Reopened this day
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-09-11
Y. NJ. O. A. Notes.

Brother r. II. Singleton gave the
Toys last Sunday a very helpful ad :
dress. Subj "Covetousness." Good
for the boysl
The Mems meeting last Sunday
was largely attended Subjeet, Con
versation." Al took a part We
are very graceful TO Messrs Hopkins,
Halter and Price of the Second Bap-
tist Church choir for their kind assis-
tance. The singing was soul-stirring
Come again brethren.
Meeting in the Jail Sunday morning
at Ii O'Clock Come and help US.
Boys meeting Sunday at 4 O'Clock at
the rooms A special addres. will be
delivered to them.
Brother John G.. Smith will intro
duce the subject to the men Sunday
evening at our rooms, "The Devil al
ways strikes you in the weak parts u
Come and take a part. Bring along
your Gospel Hy INNS. Free to all men
Do not forget the pastors effort. Y
NJ. Z. A. jubilee September, 29th at s
o'clock at the Fifth Street Baptist
Church. There will be special music
Short addresses by the pastors. HelE
in this great effort Never let your
pastors fail. Committee :-Revs. w
+. Graham, Evans Payne, l.. H. Dick.
son and S. e. Burrell.
Season for work will begin in Octo
ber Bible Classes-Special address
es-Night School and Literary. ID,
not miss this opportunity.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-09-11
The Sunday School Union oOnvenes

The Sunday School Union convened
with the Mount Calvary Baptist
Sunday School of Fulton last Sunday
at o'clock IA The edifice was
crowded To the doors and many turned
away for want of room.
Mr.. Nelson Williams, Jr., president
and vice president b. g West were at
their post of duty The programme
rendered by the Sunday School Union
was exceedingly good and had many
varied and interesting features, among
which was the singing of the First
Baptist Church Mission Sunday School
uEdEr the direction Of fsUperiRten ndents
r. ] Bass and w. r. White. These
children, reared in the unsavory neigh
borhood OF l7th and Grace stree Is
have been well trained by these chris
tian gentlemen and showed to advant-
age that the labor expended over them
was not in vain.
Among other features were the re-
marks of Elder Beasley (white) of the
Venable Street Baptist Church. who
spoke very encouragingly of the work
and ccntrasted the dark and dreadful
past with its horrors of slavery and ig-
norance and the sunny present of the
race. The remarks were full of chris
tianly encouragement and elected
much applause.
The programme was we'll received
Remarks were made by Messrs Pierce
White, Epps and others.
The duet of Misses Bessie Harris ard
Mollie Boyd was we'll rendered as was
also the recitations of the scholar,
from the various Sunday Schools. As
sistant ChoTister G. g. Williams en-
livened the occasion with some choice
music After which a collection wal
raised by MIR. Samuel Turner, ths
treasurer. SO 81 was raised. Benedic
tion was pronounced by Mr.. M. B HUI
i clas.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-09-11
A Spiritual Feast.

The Mount Olive Baptist Church of
Henrico County, Va, will begin its
protracted meeting on the 2nd Sunday
in September. Ali churches IN and
around the city are invited to attend
on that day; also a cordial invitation
is extended to our unconverted
friends. The FIRST Street Electric
Cars will take you in 216 miles OF the
church. The road is beautiful FOR
travelling and the scenery lovely
Many are the attractions going and re-
turning.
The pastor, Rev. II Binford prom
ises TO help all who may not be able to
get conveniences on that day by pre-
pairing seats for you &C 81 cents seat
These conveniences will take you from
the Reverend's Home, 1884 Jay Street
to- the Church door. All who wish
Sc ats with him that day may az ply TO
323 18th or 1884 Jay st. Leave your
name and a deposit of - cents for
your seat and balance on the morning
of travel. The train of wagons and
other vehicles will leave on the above
date at 8 80 a. IN II sutfi lent num-
Der can be gotten from the West End
| of the city we will have a wagon at A
ID Price, Funeral Director, 3rd Street,
also one in Fulton at w. h Sewell
Don't forget the late, September 18th
Yours for Christ.
j. H. BINFoRD.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-09-11
Brilliant Morning Marriage.

The residence of Mrs. Martha A.
hiles, la w. Leigh Street, was crowd
ed to its utmost capacity Wednesday
September Sth, at half past ten O'Clock
A. Nj. the occasion being to witness the
marriage ceremony of her youngest
daughter, Miss Maggie E. Chiles to
MIR. Charles II. Gibson.
The parlor was artistically decorat
ed in ferns, smilax and the choicest
cut fOwers of the season.
The bride was beautifully attired in
dahlia colored broad-cloth suit trim
med in silk with becoming hat to
match. The groom wore the usual CO.'S
tune Tor morning marriage, broad
cloth coat and vest and light pants. -
The bride entered leaning on the
arm of the groom. The ceremony was
performed by DR.. K. Jones assisted
by Rev. p. S. Lewis. After refresh
ments were served the happy couple
left on the noon train for their future
home, Tuskegee, Ala.
The presents are Aumerous and cost
ly. The bride was one OF the mos,
popular and accomplished of the Rich.
mond School Teachers and the groom
head book-keeper of Tuskegee Insti-
tute of which Prof. Booker T. Wash
ington is president.
They carry with them the best wish.
es of a host of friends.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-09-11
NITRo-GLYcERINE EXPLOSION.
Six Known and Several Unknown Dead
as the Result.

six Known and Several Unknown Dead
as the Result.
Cygnet, o., Sept. S.-A terrible ex-
plosion Of nitro -glycerine occurred here
yesterday afternoon, which resulted in
the death of six people whose names
are known, and several others, at pre-
sent unknown. The known dead are
Sam Barber. Allen Falls. John Thomp-
son, Charles Bartel, Henry Lansdale
and George 'Havens, a boy.
The explosion occurred at Grant we'll,
located at the rear of the National Sup
ply company's Office building, in the
village limits. This well had just been
shot by Samuel Barber, the shooter for
the Ohio and Indiana Torpedo. COM
pany. When the 120 quarts of glyce-
rine let down in the well exploded the
gas ignited. and with terrific roar the
flames shot high above the derrick. AS
soon as the drillers saw the flames sew
eral climbed into the derrick to shut
off the gas, but they had barely got
ten there when there was a terrific ex-
plosion. The burning gas had started
the remaining glycerine in the empty
cans standing in a wagon near the der
rick. In another wagon near by were
some cans containing another 12O quart.
OF the stuff. and this was exploded by
| the force of the first explosions.
The second was blended with TN
/ first in a mighty roar. and the tow
| and surrounding country for mile
| trembled from the shock. The NatioTga
| Supply companys building was com
| pletely demolished, and nothing re
mains but a big hole where the wagon
| stood. There is not a whole pane o
| glass in any window in the town, an
| every house was shaken to its founda
tions. Who the other men that were 4
! the derrick, and who were killed, can
not be learned now. owing to the ex
citement. Eight buildings are a tots
wreck and many others damaged
Many bystanders were wounded.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-09-11
COL. BRADY's REMOVALS.
A Fight Being Made-Sam Olarkson
Serves but Short WhiIe-A Demo-
ocrat Succeeds Him.

Colonel James ID. Brady has taken
charge of the Office of Collector of Iu-
ternal Revenue. When he had charge
OF this office before there were no Ciyi
Service restrictions. he could appoint
whom he saw fit. Now the number OF
appointments allotted to him are linn
tied.
He announced the following list:
ray L. Knight, of Richmond. chief
deputy collector ; n J. Smith. John n
Campbell, Allen Talbot, Jr., John En-
ders. Jr., b. L. McCue, Edward Thoup-
son (cOlored,) Thomas +. Maury ano
Mrs. l.. Il. Dashieli, of Richmond, de-
putty collectors.
Robert +. Hartwell, (colored) OF
richmond, messenger; Miss Kate ]
McHugh, OF Norfolk, deputy collector.
Joseph w. sOuthward, deputy co!lec
TOR and head of first division.
Lewis Youngblood, deputy coliec-
tor and head OF the second division,
Robert o. Deyer, deputy collector
and head Of the third division.
Joseph Trader, deputy collector and
head of the fourth division.
Messrs. Allen Talbot. Jr., John En-
ders, Jr., and Mrs. l.. 4. Dashiell are
the only officials who served under
~ OIL duO nave Oteu reap
poiRted.
Sam b. Clarkson, (colored) was also
appointed It was day or two it Is
said before Clarkson was in condition
20 receive the appointment, 1t was
then ascertained that while keeping a
oar-room at 6I7 East Marshall street.
he had been convicted OF violating the
internal revenue laws. although SEN
tenCe was suspended and he released
on 500 bond.
de was forced to tender his resigna-
ton as requirement. of the law il
that at the payment of each months
salary, the paY-master is required not
TO honor claims upon the government
by any one who has violated the reve-
nue. laws.
The civil service rules are also rigid
with reference TO drunkenness and bad
character. Persons so afii 'cted stand
little show of appointments. and are
tiabfe' 70 De ousted even If appointed
whenever charges are filed aud proven
against them
There has been much of q howl 1vel
Col Brady's removal of the democrat.
who were protected by the civil ser
vice law and Captain George ID, is.
aud Congressman John Lamb will taks
the matter before the Civil Service
Commission, the President and tn,
courts.
Mr.. Peay. former Democratic EN-
pioyee under Mr.. Ryan has been ap-
pointed to Clarkson's place.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-09-11
From the North Side.

BRooKLAED DISTRICT, Sept. 7, 81
At 9:3O o'clock Sunday School at
Mount Carmel Baptist Church was
largely attended by children also the
young men have cOmme need TO come
out in large numbers. There were
quite number OF visitors present.
At 1890 O'Clock there was preaching
by the pas tor from John 8 :27 Sc bjecL,
VIII ye be my Dieiples The Rev
erend v as quite eloquent through his
entire discourse and much sound ad
vice was gwen to the young people.
At 1880 O'Clock communion was held
Reverend White, pastor, broke bread
In his most impressive manner. The
dolly Spirit seemed TO have been in
our midst and loud 'amens' were heard
on every side.
At $3.50 o'clock the pastor preached
q special by request from Revelations
pa subject, First Love-" There was
quite a large crowd out to hear him
The young people were in majority
The Reverend at ali times had his sub
ject wei in haLd and it was very inter
esting.
Please don't forget the Mount Car.
mel Church on next Sunday, Septem.
Der 12th Rev. J. III. Brice will preach
at IL O'Clock, at 3 80 Rev. Wells, and
at s 80 Rev. White will preach his an
nual sermon and we hope to have q
large gathering all day.
Mrs, Sarah Ross still remains the
same.
We are glad TO know that the public
schools of Brookland District, Henriec
County will open on the 13 of SeI-
tember. We guess the teachers arr
glad.
We observed that a certain couple
from Jackson ward was out to hear
Reverend White preach about first
love. Wonder is he trying TO make us
again?
Major
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-09-11
Manchester Notes in Brief.

1t is rumored that a certain up town
Deacon will marry soon.
The marriage of Miss Nellie White to
Mr.. David Coy took place at the resi-
dence of Mr.. John Baker on last We'd
nesday night.
The pray yer-meeting at the First Bsp-
tist Church was beautiful scene of
young folks on last Wednesday night
and excellent music was discoursed by
the young ones.
Wonder if the Negro Protective AS
sociation will send delegates to the
lLynchburg convention to be held at
noon of October 9TH?
DIR. Binga left the city last Monday
Deacon James II Cunningham is re-
ported again on the sick list
The entertainment to be given at
the First Church on Monday night,
September 10Th, promises to be grand
affair. We want every member to
unite and make it a success. Encour-
age the yOung people by giving them
your presence
Reverend d Webster Davis is call
| ing on his members and friends to raj
| ly around him and assist in paying for
the new seats. If those two or three
hundred people that gathered at the
| : cOnd Church TO hear that able man
of-God would contribute just cents
each, each Sunday night those cush-
ions will soon be paid for.
| The congregation of the First Bap
tist Church enjoyed a rare treat las
ISupday. DR. BIDga delivered two able
sermons, one at the forenoon service
and the other at the afternoon service
At night Miss Leila A. Johnson, b,
lrequest, read before the audience
very richly prepared paper subject
"Dignity of Sunday School teacher.
; 1t st owed deep thought in its prepare
, tion. 1t was well discussed by mum
Der of those present. Music was rem
dered by the choir Frank h. Nelson
leader
Miss Lucy Winfree has returned t
the city from Cumberland, where sh
has been on . visit
MIR and Mrs q William Moon iei
, the city Tuesday morning for Phils
delphia. They will return next Tues
day.
Wonder what has become of the Az
- celeranda Musical Club? Say. Nj
q President when will you call a NEE
It ing? You can make a big hit now, g
g reckon" "Taint so warm"
@ The Public Schools will open ne1
p Wednesday morning at o'clock.
BIG 2
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-09-11

hospitality, their fidelity all, in fact.
of Il good traits that distinguish them
in their natural habit S, and for what
A hand -to-mouth struggle for life in a
great city, and place in the POtters-
field at asst"
Whilst Mr.. Dunbar writes of the
traits and characteristics which marks
a certain class of AfrO-Americans OF a
certain district of New York City, his
able article is applicable elsewhere.
Let US consider it and heed it.
s. g. DABNEY
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1897-09-11
PERSONALS AND BEIEFS.

DIR. G. W. Childs of Washington,
ID c., called on US.
Mr.. NJ. E. Davis of Lynchburg,
Va, called on us.
Miss Virginia scipio. of Wash
ington, d. O., called on us.
MIR. William A. Johnson, who
has been summering in New York
State, has returned to the city.
Mrs. Harriet Wallace is in the
city. at her home, us Bates St., where
she will be pleased to see her friends.
Mr. and Mrs. R B Morris and
Mr.. Robert Morris all of Ashland. Va.
were in the city last week and called
on US.
Mrs. Mildred A. Cross returned
to the city last week after most
pleasant stay in Atlantic City, New
Jersey.
Mrs W. Holmes OF New York
was in the city last week and called
to see us in company with Mrs. Archer
Smith.
Mrs. Archie b. Hawkins is home
again after spending this entire sum-
mer in Connecticutt, New York and
petersburg, Va.
Miss Rosa L. Epps, who has
been spending the summer at Keswick,
Va returned to the city much improv
| ed in health.
Mr.. Patrick H. QuarIes, proprie-
tor of the office and laboratory of the
Lightning Insect Exterminator oi
Brooklyn, called on us.
| Mr.. John Gatlin of Co. f, 9th
Calvary of Ft. Robsnon, Nebraska
ps ssed through the ty this week after
having spent his vacation in Salem
Va, his old home.
-Messrs, s. H. Dickerson and II
Mayo both of Franklin Junction. Va
we're in the city this week ATTENDING
the Grand Sitting of the United Ordei
of True RefOrmers.
Messrs. J K. Polk, J.B. SsIden ant
Lee Bracey, all of Morristown. N ] .
are in the city this week attending tn,
Annual Session of the Grand Fountain
u nited Order OF True Reformers
Mrs George w Lewis and Ii I'll,
Ethel Bowler have returned to the cit,
after an absence of four weeks The
are much improved in health anC
spent a most delightful time in LOUIS
County, Va
Mrs Charles p. Robinson, &C
companied by Miss Corinne Miles ar
spending a delightful time in Philadel
phia with friends and relatives. Afte
a short stay, they will leave for At
lantic City.
Rev. D L Cosby, of 742 Mort
| 3rd Street, who has been suffering wit
} the Rheum atism for the past ten days
is rapidly recovering under the skillfU
+ treatment of DIR. S. H. Dismond. II;
! many friends will be glad to learn O
} the above.
The Richmond Beneficial an
: Insurance Company is on a gres
: boom. They have recently opened
: fine branch Office in Alexandria an
the agents are writing up new men
; | lbers by the hundreds daily. Rev. "
SSlF. Graham and Mr.. John 7. Taylo
} the General Managers are pushir
. things to the front.
o Mrs William Winston and Mr.
Q NJ J. Hampton who left Providenc
h August 4th for Virginia, will lea
. Rich mond on the Sth for Philadelph
] to visit the lodge of G s. They w
rs leave Philadelphia Saturday for Ne
n. York, and will remain in New Yo
Il until the 18th, after which they "
y leave for home, Providence, Rho
Is, Island.