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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02

coat. and went round to the revival. tax
ing seat near the amen corner. and as
Stunning the aspect Of deep contrition.
After a number OF sinners had told
their experiences. Charley got. up ana
addressed the multitude in about these
words
My Dear Brethren: 7, too, was a
man Of sin until this day, but l came
into this meeting tonight, and l am
saved. For nearly thirty years l never
touched liquor or tobacco in any form,
but one day saw an advertisement pre-
pared, | have no doubt, by the devil him.
self. and In a weak moment fell. L saw
an advertisement OF Bolivers cut plug
chewing tobacco. and the name stuck IN
my mind and abided with me until !
went into a cigar store and asked If they
kept any of Bolivers cut plug chewing
tobacco. Alas. they did. for 1 found
that 1t had a wide sale, and L purchased
n package of It, opened II. and drew
forth a hundred-dollar bill. for IL was
the custom OF those goddess manuf1c-
turers to put money in some OF their
packages of Bolivers cut plug chewing
tobacco in order that men might be
tempted to sin. From that moment te-
came a different man. The bill was u
genuine one-alas. that II should nave
been so.-and with it | bought rum and
cigars and whisky and other packages Of
Boliyer's cut plug chewing tobacco.
Sometimes / would find IN one OF
these packages So and sometimes go
and this money l spent in riotous living.
This very morning | went into ''ruer
store. right here i'm this town. 10 pro-
cure a dram of this death-dealing WHISKY
and there saw a fresh case Of this same
Boliver's cut plug chewing tobacco. |
purchased it, opened il, and what did l
find2'
AT this point everybody in the tent.
from the preachers and the newly-saNen
sinners in front TO the very latest arrival
in the rear. stood up and craned their
necks eagerly forward. and Charley con-
tinued. solcmnly:
81 found this $40 bill. which | cheer
fully donate to this good cause. in the
hope that my brethren will be warned ny
this invention Of the Evil one, Boliver $
cut plug chewing tobacco
The next morning there wasn't pack
age Of this tobacco left In the town ana
the dealers were all giving him orders
for a fresh supply. southern Tobacco
Journal.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02

Interesting Facts About Richmond Gilt
1cu. Other Matters

zens-Other Matters
Mr.. L. +. Woods, who was painfully
hurt by being knocked down by bicycle
on Wednesday, was much better yester-
day.
Mr.. w. NJ. Perkins. School Superlntend-
ent OF Pulaski county, is In the city. the
guest OF Mr. Robert Anderson, OF No.
80, east Franklin street.
The condition OF Mr.. J. T.. Femberton.
who lies critically i'll at hts residence,
No 4OS north Seventh street, was I'M
changed at an early hour this morning.
The Board OF Sinking Fund Commits
sioncrs met yesterday and transferred
500 900 TO the sinking fund for the pay
ment OF semi-annual interest on the
bonded debt of the city.
The funeral services OF Mr.. Morris Col
Inns, who died Wednesday morning at the
Old Dominion Hospital. were held from
Sacred Heart church at o'clock yester-
day afternoon
Mr. and Mrs w. f. Eutzminger. Bap-
fist Missionaries TO Brazil with head
quarters in Pernambuco. In which place
they have been laborng with mucn sue
cess for six years, are visiting friends IN
Richmond.
Mr. S. NJ. Lacy and his friend, Mr.
1lller, OF New lOLh, arc III ietc'''S'"
for a few days, visiting the former 5
parents. They leave Monday for Nash
Vile TO attend the Exposition.
Mr.. r. S. Johnson. 1906 Chafiln street.
who has been very sick for several weeks,
has left with his wife to visit friends
and relatives In the mountains, and Will
be absent for several weeks.
4 solemn pontifcal mass of requiem
will be sung in st. Peters Cathedral at
o'clock on Saturday morning for the
repose of the soul Of the Most Rev.
Archbishop Janssens. of New Orleans.
Auctioneer Mayo sold, under instruc-
lions of Colonel Cutshaw, the City Engi-
neer. Wednesday morning, fifteen mules
belonging to the city OF Richmond. and
used heretofore by the Street and Health
departments. The fifteen animals brought
1863. The highest price paid was S62, and
the lowest SI3. The average per mule.
therefore, was 5000.
Mr. r. A. Brock, Of this city, has been
elected a corresponding member Of the
Western Historical Society. Kansas CITY,
Mo. Mr.. Brock holds utilization, unsoli-
cited by him. in several score Of learned
societies in the United States (outside Of
Virginia. in Canada, and in Europe. His
interest does not abate in historical STU
dies
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
Now Cnlnr Names.

II the latest additions to the nomcn-
clature of fashionable colors be generally
adopted by milliners and oressmakers'
ladies will be much puzzled when they
come TO choose their hats and gowns Tor
early autumn wear. Thus IL APPEARS '',''
nanufacturers are of ering to the whole
sale buyers reds distinguis he'd as sport
"Cretan." and "Athenian.
"Golf'' and "spritism are new shades
Of blue: sorne exccedii ely brilliant greens
have been denominated the asparagus
and the Erin" and silvcry grdys are %
he known as aluminium" and nickel
"Grand'mere" IS a lavender tint ana re-
cent events in the States nave hdue =
distinction in yellows. as "dollar-gold
and Mckinley D..
"Iosephat" Is hardly suggestive but II
means grass green "apotheosls' IS
mink. and ''recamier" is an orange.-Loh'
don Daily Telegraph.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
IMPORTANT MOVEMENT.
THE SEABOARD AIR LINE TO NAVE
ALINE INTO RICHMOND.
The TImeso Former Report of the Exten-
sion OF an Old Road Confirmed In
Every Particulars.

Tho seaboard Air Line will soon run its
cars into Richmond over its own tracks.
A special published exclusively In Tho
Times several weeks ago OF a move on the
part OF Petersburg parties to get controi
OF the Richmond Blackstone ana SOUTH
ern line with view OF extending II 10
Richmond, which was both discounted ana
denied at the time. is now conhrmed IN
every particular by the following press
telegram from Raleigh. y. c.:
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATloN'
RALEIGH. y. c., July 1.-Articles OF IN
corporation were issued here TO-DAY 70
hurq Ma 10 form the Old Dominion ana
Carolina Railroad Company. ,s
This Is an extension OF the Ricfnio JIM
Blackstone and Southern and completes
the right of way from Richmond 10 hldsy
way n. c., where 1t will connect WIN
the Seaboard Air Line. .h.
81 900 900 in bonds will be placed on the
market.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
'THECITY OF PETERSBURG
A LION TAMER BITTEN BIZ ONE OF
THE BEASTS.
Report to tho Council Of the Years Re-
sources and Expsnditures-City En-
gtneer and other Officers Elected.

PETERSBURG, VA, July 1.-Special.-
During the performance this afternoon
of Harris Nickel-Plate Show. Harry Mo-
Fart, the man who goes into the cage with
the lions, was attacked by one Of the lions,
and was badly bitten on the leg.
The incident created considerable excite
ment. and many people ran from the tent.
At the meeting OF the Common Council
tonight Mr.. George J. Seay, chairman
OF the Finance Committee, submitted the
annual report Of his committee. The re-
port shows the receipts from all sources
TO be s2l6, 1926; expenditures, Sls9, %;
deficit, July l, 1896. $500. excess of re-
ceipts 1867, So, 1868; apparent dencit
July !, 1897. 81 ,5O3.4l; delinquent city taxes
collected during the past year amounted
TO s7696.3i3: value of inward commerce
for the past year, 1923. 70777: value of
outward commerce, sST, 1s4.f. Totals,
s670, .2l. Receipts from markets for the
year. S2,s3S.6i.
The total appropriations made for the
different departments amounts 10 sl9i. 100.
CITY OFFICERS ELECTED.
Captain Thomas r. Dunn was reelected
City Engineer and Messrs. II. W. Collier,
3 NJ. Green. ]. G Rowell, and John W..
Bradbury were reelected members of the
School Board.
A EUROPEAN TOUR.
Mr.. Chas Leonard will leave here 10
morrow for New York. and on Monday
he will be joined by Mr. Jas. M. Quickc,
Of this city These two gentlemen will
leave New York on Tuesday next for
Liverpool. on an extended trip through
Europe.
Tho total increase In the taxable values
OF this city for the years 1896 and 1881 IS
as follows. Personal property. $lO3.Ol9;
real estate, sGi.305: poll tax $751; The total
increase in the head tax for the past three
years is about $3.50.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
Hawaii FayOrs Annexation.

SAN FRANCISCO, July Honolulu
papers received here report that the senti-
ment among the natives is strongly in
favor OF annexation to the United States.
\ Japanese special commissioner sent
here to investigate the immigration ques-
tion will return home on the japanese
cruiser Naniwa, which will sail as soon
as relieved by the cruiser Hiye, now en-
route. Minister Sewall sent a strong re-
port on the situation here TO the State
Department at Washington.
President Dole denies that there was
any delay in replying TO Japan's latest
move. The Japanese minister knows that
Hawaii has refused 10 pay the indemnity
demanded by his country.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
Hats and Caps.
The prices in many instan-
ces are just half what you
would pay ordinarily.

Pretty Figured Null Caps. with net POM
pom, worth 25c.; removal price, l2c.
Corded Null Round Caps. with net ruch-
ing 10 the face. and pompon, worth
&c.: removal price. 1910.
Large BOnnct-ShIpe. Normandy style.
with lace frill to the face and around
the cape, worth 5oc.; removal price.
25c
Figured Null Large Bonnot-Sh1po with
full frill around cap and cape. Wort
50c. removal price. Zjc.
Pretty Null Tam O'Shantcrs. for hoy
babies sheer crown. edged with fine
embroidery. and trimmed with White
quill. worth 62c.. removal price, Csc.
Poke Bonnet Shape. with frill of fine en-
broidery 10 face and on long cape,
worth 15c.. removal price. fsc.
The Finer Caps and Hats at 81. %. and
CSC. are just such styles and values as
are usually sold for 81 To $40.
Price changes on the entire stock 81
China Silk and Lace Caps
Fine Duck Linen and Crash Tam o.
Shanters. The entire sample line 81
our travelling statesmen. including Caps
that sold wholesale for from $3.50 70
81 per dozen Your choice OF this lot
until sold 6c.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
DIR. INQUIRE TONIGHT.
lie VIII Delivers Most Interesting Address
Upon StonewaiI jackson.

As has been already announced, DR..
Hunter Mcclure, the medical director OF
Jackson's corps during the war. and the
intimate friend Of the great soldier, VIII
deliver his address on Stonewall jack
son before Lee Camp at their han al $50
O'Clock tonight. The public, and cspe-
cially the ladies, are invited TO attend.
Or. Mcclure is eminently fitted for the
task of delineating the character OF Cen
eral Jackson. and the preparation OF this
address has been real labor of love
on his part as his tribute Of admiration
TO the character and genius of his dead
friend.
Those who have heard this address
read speak of il in the highest terms and
say that the Doctor has presented some
new phases and striking Incidents in the
life and character of this mysterious man
and great strategist
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
Balloon Ascension and Vaudeville.

Professor Crew, king of the Air" as
cended in the balloon sent up from Broad
Street Park last night in blaze OF fire.
WORKS, and when at the height of 5000
feet, he cut loose. descending safely near
the Boulevard.
After this successful ascension there
followed the excellent vaudeville per-
Torrance, which was received with great
applause by an audience of several thou
sand.
These balloon ascensions, with nre-
works and the entertaining vaudeville
will be repeated every evening at 3
o'clock
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
A New Ruling.

Judge s. Il. Witt in the Hastings
Court made a ruling on Tuesday that is
causing no little argument among the
members Of the bar.
The statute gives prisoner convicted
Of petit larceny In the Police Court. the
right Of an appeal TO the Hastings Court
and. Judge Wits ruling, was that the
prisoner must appeal al the time of the
trial or certainly before the beginning OF
tho next Hastings Court.
The case that brought forth this opin-
ion was that OF Tyler Scott. q small
white boy, who 10 an inmate Of the Refor-
mnfoyy. He vas sent there last Deem.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
TURE ULTIM1TUU.
She VIII Maintain Her Right to Retain
Possession of The-saIy.

LONDON. July "A dispatch TO the
Times from Constantinople, dated We'd
nesday, says: TweGk Pasha will announce
to the Ambassadors OF the Powers to-
morrow Thursday that the Cabinet
maintains the indefensble right of Tur-
key to retain Thessaly by virtue of con-
quest.
LONDON, Ily "A dispatch TO the
Sta Idard II a Constantinople says that
Edhem Pasha, commander in chief Of the
Turkish forces. has rendered his resgna-
ton as commander to the Sultan. on
the ground that under the proposed peace
conditions he will be unable TO guarantee
the discipline of the army.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
Gen. Riyera's Condition.

HAVANA. July THE correspondent
of the Associated Press has had an in
terview with General Ruiz Rivera In the
san Ambrosio Hospital. to which he was
removed from Cabanas Fortress by the
advice of the attending surgeons. A Dui-
lofin ISSUED as TO his condition says Cen
eral Rivera is suffering from an abcess
in the right side Of the stomach, near
and above the liver.
General Rivera occupies the best room
I'm the hospital lie says: Il cannot ex-
pect TO have a room in the palace.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
A Child kidnapped.

The authorities of Hsnrico and the
constables of Fairfield District are IN
vestigatng a report of case OF chlid
stealing which was sent to them yester-
day by Mr.. Charles Hechler.
A little boy. four years old, whose name
and the names of whose parents were
unknown. was said to have been stolen
flom the public road and carried off
Nothing definite was known of the case
at the courthouse last night
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
Banuock Outbreak Exaggerated.

WASHINGTON, July 1.-The Bannock
Indian trouble in Idaho. appears to have
been greatly exaggerated by the settlers.
Dispatches received to-day indicate that
the number of Indians OF the reservation
is much less than was stated. that there
was little basis for general alarm through
that country, and that the object of the
Indians who did leave the reservation
was solely to secure food luxury I'm the
form of camass root, a blue-flowered
bulb whose sweet taste is much coveted
by them.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
Another Mysterious Murder.

NEW YORK. July 1.-The police are
considerably excited over the prospect or
having on their hands another murder
with subsequent ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Oh the
body.
Two men pulled out Of East river to-
day a package wrapped in dark clothes
They opened it and found woman s leg
enclosed in a long black stocking Inc
amputation appears to have been mace
in bungling manner. as the flesh is
considerably torn.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
". W. Rockhill Minister TO Greece.

WASHINGTON. July lit is under
stood the President has selected w. w.
Rockhill, late Assistant Secretary OF
State, for the post of United States Minis
ter to Greece, and that his nomination IS
likely TO go TO the Senate tomorrow.
Mr.. Rockhills appointment Will not be
a party one in any sense but will be based
entirely upon his experience as a diplomat
and his excellent work while III the De
partment of State
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
Oyerlnnked Hi Qualifying.

There is some delay in the qualification
of Constable Samuel, of Henrico, better
known as the Cyclone" as he omitted
TO renew his bond by some oversight ana
could not qualify yesterday as constable.
Constable Samuel offered reliable
trust and security company yesterday as
security but the case went over until
to-day. when the legal snarl Will no
doubt be Strengthened out
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
FOR tn y MOTH POLE.
Lieut.. Peary Secures the Hope for the Ex.
nrdition.

ptuItiou.
ST. JOHN. N. +. July captain John
Bartlett to-day completed negotiations
with her owner for the hire of the steam
er Hope to convey Lieutenant Peary on
his Arctic expedition. She will go into
dry dock Immediately to receive thor
ough overhauling and sail for Boston on
Wednesday next. Lieutenant Peary and
a party OF scientists will join her about
the 14th instant The Hope will call at
Sydney for coal.s Then going north by
way OF Belle Isle. she will land her first
party at Resolution Island the second at
some point off South Greenland 10 sur
vey the coast and third on Wilcox ISL
and. from which Lieutenant Peary will
attempt to remove the large meteoroeite
which he discovered on a former expedi-
ton. Captain Bartlett takes with him
the same crew as last year. His reputa-
ton stands high as an Arctic navigator.
The plan is for the Hope 10 return in
September.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
Campbell Cousty Refund Bonds.

LYNCHBURG, VA. July Especial
Campbell county has refunded her bonded
Indebtedness of S97, 900. There were six
bids for the total amount and several for
a limited number.
Judging by tho bids. the county could
have sold 5000 600 Of bonds.
The successful bidder was Sper-y. Jones
& Co., of Baltimore, whose bid for Al
per cent. bonds at a fraction above par
was accepted
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02

The United States Constructed *" !" wv
Pat Fiscal Year..

The United States Constructed 'N" !"
Past Fiscal Year..
WASHINGTON, July 1.-During inc
financial year ended June 3oth there were
built in the United states and oificiahy
numbered 72s vessels OF 1853 gross IONS,
compared with 100 vessels OF n"s'' 'o',s
for the previous year. the decrease :. :.
almost wholly In wooden tonnage wiz,
for 1897 amounts to $3.50 tons compaie'
with 9i,7l5 tons for 1896.
OF the total construction 3i' vessels y,
115.065 tons were steam vessels conpai.
,,.ttb 900 ~ IA az tons for the previous
wears steel steamers built on the Great
Lakes numbered Is of 55,s66 tons, COM
pared with "A of 5000 tons for the pre-
vious year.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02

under the Horton law. They allowed IL 70
be generally understood that the ngn'
would come OF under the glise OF an IL
Illustrated lecture. Superintendent Me-
KeIvy forbade even this arrangement
however.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
OBITUARY.
W. c. Burnett.

Mr.. w. c. Burnett. prominent farmer
living in Henrico county near forl Lee
about ten miles from Richmond, on the
Charles City road, dropped dead Wednes-
day afternoon about O'Clock while sit
ting on his porch. Heart disease was
the cause.
Mr.. Burnett was sixty-six years oid ana
leaves a widow. but no children.
The funeral services will be held from
his home this morning.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02

Der and comes into court on an appeal.
Messrs. u. c. Richardson and c. V.
Meredith. appeared for the Common
wealth. and Mr.. II. NJ. Smith. Jr. for the
prisoner II is beloved that Mr.. Smith Will
take the case to the Supreme Court for
their construction OF the law.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
Seven Years for Assault

NEWPORT NEWS. VA. July 1.-Spe-
cial.-ln the COrpora ton Court to-day u.
Carter a negro, was found guilty of at
tempted criminal assault upon his step
daughter and his punishment fixed at
seven years in the penitentiary.
An application for a new trial was
made.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
ROlerO JdCkefS.

There's nothing that adds so much 10
the looks OF plain dress as one OF
these stylish Embroidered Bolero
Jackets; were reduced IN price from
o. 10 CSC: others from Slip 20 'Jc. and
like price changes on the finer grades
FOR this GREAT WHOLESALE RE
MOVAL SALE.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
Wedding and go in Prizes.

A wedding on the courthouse steps,
with prizes aggregatirg more than $50 IN
value to the couple so united, IS 10 be the
star feature OF Lamars Fourth OF July
celebration programme IL willing pair
can he found. kansas City Journal
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
ALL WIN BE.

1.-The wedding is TO be n grand affair
eight bridesmaids. eight Ufhers and fun
church service with choir, lavish display
of flowers. and all that
"Have you heard how much they get
for the veriscope rights? Chicago Post
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
VIM BE NO ffGHJ.
Brooklyn Police Come Down on John L.
and Fitz.

NEW YORK, July 1.-Superintendent
McKelvy. of the Brooklyn police, has ef-
fectually blocked the Sullivan Frtzsim-
mons sparring match scheduled for July
9Th at Ambrose Park. He has instructed
the police not to allow the match to take
place under any circumstances. The park
officials will not even be allowed TO begin
the erection OF a platform for the fight.
An evasion Of the instruction was at
tempted when the park people learned
that the fight could not come of. even
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
l02 Degrees in Savannah.

SAVANNAH. GA, July This has
been the hottest July LIST ever known in
Savannah. The maximum temperature at
2:45 o'clock this afternoon was lO2 No
prOstratiOns.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
Fancy MuIlFrOnfS.

These stylish fronts FOR dresses. with
finished collar attached. that sold for
along at Slip The case ar tho corner
OF Fourth and Broad shows the coiofs
and trimmings 10 be had. The price
for this wholesale removal sale, 10
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
DEATHS.

A1LEY-Died. June 30. 1897. at II 80 =.
NJ WARNER q. ALLEY; aged seven
ty-three years. IL. go,
,rllaw Davis Roftom. 81 south Cherry
street THIS friday EVENING, july
"a AT 30 o'clock Friends ana rela-
tives requested to attend without iuither
notice.
Interment at Hollywood; 90,
Wilmington IN. g. baIliinole .1au ss
copy.
No flowers.
DOGGETT.-Died. at II: rs o'clock; on the
night OF July !. 1891. Mrs. III, Il, III ~
GETvT. relict Of the late Churchili Dog
cert in the seventy-third year of her
Funeral notice in tomorrow mornings
papers.
FISHER.-Die at his home, 3OG north
Twelfth street, at . o'clock Wednesday
evening. June 3Oth, EDWIN IA LON
FISHER. only son or Eleanor II. ailu
the late Robert II. Fisher, aged twenty
Funeral FRIDAY at 10 A. NJ. from
Monumental church.
LAMBERT.-Died. wednesday. June 30,
1897, at % o'clock F. NJ, at her residence.
SIS Moore street. LUCY JANE; wiie OF
the late J. II. Lambert In the hity-
sixth year of her age.
with reouiem mass THIS friday
MORNING. at o A. II. Friends and ae-
duaintances respectfully invited to at
tend.
PRESTON.-Died. July LIST. In Bristol,
Tenn. Mrs. HATTIE TINsLEY PRES,
TON, wife OF James Il. Preston, ana
daughter OF Seaton @. and Fannie W.
Tinsley. of this city.
rian church SATURDAY. July Sd, at
10 A. NJ =.
wytheville Cva.) papers please copy '
STOKEs.-Died. July /. 1897. at 7:05 p.
NJ. CHARLES P. STOKES. In the forty
ninth year OF his age.
Funeral from 81. Pauls church q e:5o
o'clock THIS (Friday) AFTERNOON
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-07-02
Death IN Abingdon.

ABINGDON. VA, July 1.-Special-Wil-
liam Ropp, brother-in-law to the County
Treasurer. died this morning aged about
fifty.
Or. r.. T. McQueown died to-day. aged
about thrty-seven. Both men of promi-
nence.