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The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-04-22

The class of '97 of the Central High school
gives party in Lifts hall tomorrow evening.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-04-22
In re estate of NJ. B. Harrison, dec

In re estate of NJ. B. Harrison, deceased,
Louise Henry Harrison, an infant by Henry
s. Mahon, guardian ad Item, appellant VS..
Lucy Gray Harrison, executrix, respondent.
Pursuant to Sec. 1898, G. S. 1894 a license
10 sell the real estate of a deceased person
for the payment of debts was granted by the
probate court and subsequently extended for
two years after the year therein named as
the time in which the real estate should be
sod, but said real estate was not sold under
said license.
Held said license having expired at the
end Of said three years, the probate court has
power to grant new or second license. Judg-
ment affirmed. -Canty, J.
P, J. Murphy, respondent, VS.. Charles Back
er, appellant.
l. In an action between plantinff, the Dor
rover, and defendant the lender Of money
the issue on the trial was whether or not
the loan was uSurious the court permitted
the defendant against objection and excep-
Il n, to be asked on discrimination whether
he had not made certain other usurious loans
to other persons at other times.
Held 1t is in the discretion of the trial
court whether or not 1t will allow croSs-ex-
animation as to such collateral matters, and
this court is unable to say that in this case
the trial court abused its discretion.
2. A witness for defendant denied on cross
examination that he had stated at certain
time and place that he had borrowed money
OF defendant at a certain usurious rate of
interest and thereupon the court, against
objection and exception permitted the witness
TO be conuadicted by proof that he had made
such statement.
Held as the question related to a collateral
matter, the party asking il was bound by
the answer, and ii was error to allow the
answer TO be contradicted when the evidence
given to contradict the same was prejudicial
to defendant. Order reversed and a new
trial granted. -Cantv j
Charles Clifford. appellant. VS.. Frank G.
Minor ct al, defendants; Annie NJ. Ryan
respondent.
P,aintiff is the assignee of notes and
mortgage made to John L. Merriam" the
mortgaged premises were conveyed to de-
PENDANT Ryan, who in the deed to her as
sumed and agreed to pay a mortgage there
on, given by the same mortgagor to John
l.. Merriam and wife" securing a like sum;
the complaint alleges these facts and fur
ther alleges that the words land wife" above
quoted ARE surplusage and were inserted in
the deed by mistake
Held in the absence of allegations show
ing that no mortgage had existed to which
these words could apply the statement that
they are surplusage and were inserted nv
mistake Is a mere conclusion of law and
the complaint does not show that defendant
frmed. al
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-04-22

The Albion club gives dancing party in
Lifts hall this evening.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-04-22

The last IL o'clock social by Constellation
Chapter. Order of the Eastern Star, was Civ
en- in Masonic Temple last evening, and clos
ed a most successful series Of social events
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-04-22

The German-American club gave a large
progressive euchre party last evening in OK
ford hall. There were fourteen prizes. The
Catholic Babies home received the proceeds.
S. o. Greer is making tour Of the South
ern states.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-04-22
Supreme Court Call,
Reduced Rates to New York.

Nos. 27. 80 4S.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-04-22

Price goodness--that means
little ones with lots of purchas-
ing power. That's the kind you
find here
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-04-22

The Peak sisters of Alaska, give an en-
tertainment this evening in the parlors of
the Christian curch, under the direction Of
Miss Constance Farwell.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-04-22

The Young Women's Foreign Missionary
Society of the First Nj. f. Church meets to-
morrow evening at the home Of Miss Quin-
by, of Nelson avenue.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-04-22

The retail clerks give their annual dane
ing party this evening in Assembly hall.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-04-22

Mrs. Frederick Fleckenstein gave a euchre
party of seven tables yesterday afternoon for
her sister, Mrs. ]. G. Hunter of Fargo.
Miss Guild and Miss Gallop assisted
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-04-22

Mrs. A. NJ. Wang will be the guest of honor
this afternoon at reception given in st. Paul
by Miss Denegre and Miss Won Wedelstadt
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-04-22

The marriage of Miss Theresa Dorathea
Bartels to William Herman Wenke took
place last evening at o'clock Rev George
Paul. Of st. Matthew's church, performing
the ceremony. The maid of honor was Miss
Emma Marks, who wore organdie over white
silk, and the bridesmaid, Miss Anna Nisgrave
was attired in a similar costume, both carry
ing bouquets of pink roses. The brides
gown was of white brocaded silk and lace
She wore veil and carried brides roses
and lilies of the valley. Charles H. Weinke
the younger brother Of the bridegroom, as
sisted him as best man, and the groom's
man was John A. Bartel.s, younger brother
Of the bride. reception followed the cere-
mony, which was performed at the house.
which was decorated with palms, smilax and
roses.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-04-22

Miss Edith Glenny, of New York, and
George Van Slyke, formerly of this city, will
be married this afternoon in the Colleg; ate
Dutch church, New York city. They will
go abroad.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-04-22

]. Harrington Young
Miss NJ. L. Waite and R. Leak.
Chorus Praise Ye the Father .Gounod
Miss NJ. L. Waite, Mr.. Rhys-Herbert and
Mrs. Bach, accompanies.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-04-22

large reception will be given this after
noon at the Denegre residence 307 West
Sixth street. by Miss Denegre and Miss Won
WedelStaedt.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-01-17
SELECT COUNCIL
Concurs with Tho Common Branch in
ANOptimE the Anderson UesoIutinn

The Select Council held a very brief
session last evening. 1t was merely a
form, the only business being concur
renee with the Common Council in the
substitute resolution 1t adopted Friday
night.
President Carroll called the meeting
To order and the following members re-
sponded To their names: Councilman
Cooper, Freeman, Greenwood. Jacobs,
Jones. Lowenberg and Williams.
The reading OF the minutes of the last
regular meeting We're. by unanimous
consent. passed by until the next meet
ing.
The Council rescinded it's adoption of
Mr.. Williams resolution providing for 4
committee TO investigate Mr.. Wrights
charges only.
Then. on motion OF Mr.. Lowenberg. the
body concurred with the Common Coun-
ell in adopting the Anderson resolution
extending the scope of the committees
investigation. There was no discussion
Two applications to build were grant
ed and the Council adjourned.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-01-17

CURES BY MAIL.
thousands Have Been Cured Through Prof.
Munyon's Free Medical Advice.

{ Munyon's Medical Institution. 1905 Arch
street, PhiladeiPhia. is the best one Of its
KIND IN the world. 1t employs a large stan
i o. Skilled specialists to diagnose the cases
not only of people applying personally for
ges ni M, ., but these In all parts OF the
country VINO send in personal letters, ask
various diseases. Thousands or these let.
ters are received every week, and n stan
OF from ten TO fifteen doctors are daily en-
5p!oyed IN debating replies through the me.
dunn of as many stenographcrs These
letters are received in the strictest conf
{Gence ana promptly answered with Tho
pest medical advice obtainable No effort
VIII be spared to see that each case is
5,noroushly diagnosed and the proper RENE
3these services no fee is expected
"a separate cure for each disease At all
Il Address Prof. Munyon, 1906 Arch street
Philadelphia, Pa. =
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-01-17
A Florida FLYER.

Fast trains are now the order of the
day. and the Southern Railway comes
to the front with a new fast train from
New York to st. Augustine. Fla. This
fine train, beginning Jan. is, leaves New
York via the Pennsylvania Railroad at
12:lO noon daily except Sunday. passing
Worthington a; G;20 p. m. going over the
Southern Railway. reaching Savannah
next morning at 11:22, Jacksonville $50
p. m. and st. Augustine $40 p M
This train runs solid from New York
TO ST. Augustine, and is composed of
pullman sleepers. observation cars and
latest style compartment cars, also
latest improved dining cars.
The southern expects to do n hand
some Florida tourist business this win
ter,
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-01-17
New Blood in the Business,

THE METROPOLITAN LOAN Of
FiCE SO long run by MIR. ]. BlINNETT.
by the admission OF Mr..
JONAS BENNETT as a partner therein,
thus enabling it to make LOANS IN
ANY AMOUNT AS LOW AS CSC AND
AS HIGH AS 1000. The establish
n,ent already carries fine stock OF jew
elry. for Che firm conducts the Jewerly
business. as we'll as Loan Office, and
their display of DIAMONDS Is as fine as
can be seen anywhere In the State. Lcok
in the window and see II this is not so.
The Benefits are doing the business.
Mr.: JONAS BENNETT, the new part
ner, is wcll-known young man, and adds
strength to the business. Those looking
for Diamonds can find them here ut lower
prices than anywhere in the city.
ja1I-1m j. BENNETT q BRO.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-01-17

Special officer Il. Guy Hail on Friday
arraigncd Charles II. Mallory, a trader
in horses. before Justice Hawks. in
Huntersville. on the charge of cruelty
beating and i'll treating a horse attached
to a mired wagon. The Justice. after a
spicy trial. imposed n fine of So and
costs. Two ladies and one gentleman
were present as prosecuting offenders
The witnesses testified that they saw
pools of blood in the road from the
wounds inflicted by the driver though
both rain and snow had fallen in the
meantime.
Special Officer Moore arrested yester-
day afternoon Cornelius Anderson, col
ored, driver. for trotting and III treat
ing lame horse. Anderson was locked
up. but afterwards gave bail for his
appearance in the Police Court Monday
morning
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-01-17
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Please cut gu, and paste on your pres
ent catalogue the following list of names
OF new subscribers.
j. w. CREWS, Manager.
NEW SuBSCRIBERS-N
4S-Pettlts N. c. Lines.
72o-Cole. j. Il. (Res.).
l25-Evans. John l..
246-Haynor Manufacturing Co.
120-White, w. II.
19i-McCullough, II. w.
41-Morrls. X. X.
1S4-Borland & Wilcox.
3A-French. w. II. (Res.).
GS5--Cooksey, w. n. (Res.).
672-Nerder. c. L. (Res).
S97-F!valle. NJ.
G30-FIvallc, NJ. (Res)
45S-Hubard, T. II. (Res.)
32-Norfolk Provision company.
l5l-McIntosh. George Res.).
35i-Walle. Richard (Res.).
It'd. J. Callahan Res).
37l-Willlam Lauder (Res9.
6SG-Mapp K. ~
256-Whitehurst X. w. & Co.
35S-Farmers' Manufacturing Co.
56l-iIart, Major Alex.
65-RutIin * Tomlin.
260-Alc1ntyrc Furniture Co
20i-Bra dshaw. T. n. Res)
259-Bradford. Dr. II. 4.
666--Briggs, j. X. UteS).
10 Britt. l.. II. &; Co.
2T4-Cleveand, X. ID.
662-Davis, II. c.. Jr. &c Co.
241-Evening Dispatch.
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515-Gordon. Mrs. Ida j. ORes).
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29l-G'wathmey. Or. Lomax Private
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| 69G-Odend'hal, Vicar * Gilbert
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jan 11-lt
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-01-17
GOSSIP OF SOCIETY
The Past Week Has Been Very Full Of
Events Of Interest.
THE WHITE SHIPS AND BRASS BUTTONS
Aboard Vessels of
the FIcet-Some Delightful Dances
-Cnrd Parties Galore -L0ts Of
Pretty Visitors-Mrs. Gordon's Al.
poihtment nv II commissioners.

referring 10 the appointment of Mrs.
Ida Gordon, of Norfolk. as IL commits
sloner To The Tennessee Centennial the
Nashville Banner says:
MIS-. Ida johnson Gordon, n resident
OF Norfolk. Va, but born and reared
in Nashville and possibly as we'll ana
iaNorabiN known as any lady i'm the
Iahu, mas been appointed by the MAYOR
and City Council OF Norfolk, Va. to rem
resent mat city at the Tennessee Cen
tenhlai, ana also ut the Confederate re-
union. Possibly no more acceptable an
pointment has been made than that of
Mrs. Gordon. Her presence at the Cen
tennial viii be n matter of great pleas
ure To all Of the Tcnnesseeans and her
connection with the Centennial as the
representative of Norfolk will result in
many exhibits from that city that other
wise could not he obtained Mrs Cor
don intends to be present n; the open-
ing on May | with "A large party of
young people, both ladies ami gentle
men. from Norfolk and vicinity and will
remain In Nashville with her entire
FAMILY and as many OF her friends as
she can get To remain with her during
the months OF May and June July /
she intends returning to Norfolk re-
naming for couple of months, when
she will return To Nashville to resume
ner duties In connection with the Cen
tennlal. and will continue in Nashville
until the close of the Exposition"
Col. MLane Tilton, l.. s. NJ. c.. for
merry of Norfolk and now OF Annapolis.
has asked to be retired. although he had
three years to serve on the active list
OF the navy. He is the father of Mr..
j. G.. Tilton, of Norfolk.
The Misses Ramsay. of Client, have
returned from n pleasant trip to Balti-
more.
Mrs. Mary Marshall Happier, of Dur
ham. n. c.. and formerly of Norfoll,.
has issued cards 10 the marriage of her
daughter. Minnie OEdon. ia Rev. Al
fred y. Pruden. rector of ST PhilIip'S
Episcopal church. Durham. "Wednesday.
January eth. 1897 at St. Phillips
church.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-01-17
TIE ANGEL OF DEATH.
Sudden Demise Of Mr.. Charles Owens at
His Home Yesterday Morning.
He WAS FOUND DEAD IN THE BATH ROOM
Coroner's Jury Pronounces Yer.
dict or Heart Failure -Prominent
Railroad Man = Taken Homo
Peaceful End of Long Life
A French CoIonist.

Inc city was shocked yesterday by the
news OF the sudden death of Mr.. Charles
ID. owens. vice president and general
manager of the Atlantic and Danvllle
Iailroao' winch occurred early In the
morning at the home OF MIR. Adam Tired
well, No. 657 Duke street, where he lived.
ms business necessitating his presence
In this city most of the time
MIR. Owens did not retire until about
quarter OF an hour before midnight.
he was apparently in his usual health.
though he mad been suffering with a
cold. In the morning, Mr. Tredwell, who
is secretary and treasurer of the road.
went to the bathroom and found II lock-
ed. He went away, returning about an
hour later 1t was st!ll locked. Tho
door of Mr.. Owens room was omen. The
ped had not been slept in. though the
covers had been turned down
MI IredwelFs suspicious were al once
aroused. He called Il servant and asked
her II MI. Owens had been In his room
when She made the fire at O'Clock. She
answered in the negative. MIR. Tredwell
then tried 20 force the door open him
self. bu. being unable to do so, sent for
his neighbor. Mr. Willoughby Cooke.
ana together they broke into the bath
room. inside they found the lifeess
pody OF MIR. Owens. partially enveloped
m a bath robe. He had been dead seSe
raj hours.
HEART FAILURE.
Coroner Charters was sent for and
ordered an Inquest, verdict of death
from heart failure being arrived at by
lhe jury. The remains will be sent to
savannah, Ga, this morning for inter-
inent, leaving here in II private car over
tne Atlantic Coast Line. acconpan;ed by
mr.. I. .. ilaincs, superintendent of the
atlantic ana DanNilie railroad, and
nephew of the deceased
MI. owens was slXty-three years of
age. and was born in Charleston. s. {,
He has for years been prominent in rail-
road circles, and was considered n splen-
dld business man, with more than an
Ordinary amount of pluck, energy and
ahility. During the late war he was
Confederate soldier, ana served with
dlstinction and bravery. For twenty
lVe years. antedating July 1895. he was
traiilc manager of the Plant system. re-
signing this position on the date men
TONED to accept the vice presidency of
the Atlantic and Danville.
MADE FRIENDS EVERYWHEPE
personally Mr.. Owens was a delightful
gentleman. a man of many lovabe quail
Ille'' faithful friend, loving husband
ana devoted father. He made friends
everywhere. and with children he was
Veritablc hero. for he loved them well.
Ills nome was at Savannah where his
VIC ana three sons reside. His daugh-
teF died about fifteen months ago. The
deceased carried life insurance for n CON
siderable amount.
Ihe vacancy caused by the death Of
MI. owens viii probably be filed at the
postpohed meeting of the directors OF
the road on the 9th instant In the
mean Time n meeting of the board will
be called as soon as possible To tol.o
suitable action.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-01-17
Continued on Third Page.)
DIED

BARROT.-On Saturday. Jan. 10th, 1897,
at his late residence on Holt street in Nor
Funeral from ST, N1ary's Catholic Church
on MONDAY, January 18th, at 10 o'clock
a. IN.
BRlNKLEY-At his residence. No 41S
f,fth street. South Portsmouth, Va, jan
uary 10th. 1897. ut Gas O'Clock p. M, DAN
lEl' BRi NKLt.Y, aged rs years.
Funeral services will take place at the
Fourth Street Baptist Church THIS (Sun-
day) EVENING at 7:30 O'Clock.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-01-17
Burruss. Son & Co.,
BAN KERS

discounted.
Il Loans negotiated on favorable terms
City bonds and other securities bought
1 and sold.
Sitea
Interest allowed on time deposits.
& safe deposit boxes for rent. Charges
moderate.
Draw bills OF Exchange and make cable
z transfers TO Europe
& Letters of credit issued TO principal
cities OF the world.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-01-17
what President Holman

OF The SeaDoard Air Line, says:
"Mr. j. T. Harris. Harris Springs, S.
G.: l Will say that in my opinion the
Harris l.iihia Water is by far the best
Lithia Water ever used. 1t has done
me great deal of good. and think it
most valuable remedy" Sold by NJ. /.
Dodson. Druggist, Atlantic Hotel. and
Burrow. Martin &, Co.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-01-17
TWO ENJOYABLE soIREEs.

On Thursday night Prof. Bellezza ten
dered soiree 20 the young people of the
East End Among the waltzes played
was The Jackson Light Infantry"
composed by Mr.. James w. Casey, Of
this city. The lively two-step was well
received
Friday night the young folk of the
West End also enjoyed a soiree at Mon
tefiore hall.
THE YOUNG LADIES' GERMAN.
One of the pret;iest dances that has
taken place this season was the german
at the Temple Monday evening. 1t was
rendered by the young ladies of the
West End to their gentlemen friends.
ana X was success In every respect
Professor Prices Naval Post band was
present, and the german was gracefully
led by Messrs. Sam Pannill and j. Lay
ton Hubbard. The chaperones were Mrs
Pollard and Mrs. Upshur. About thirty
couples were in attendance. and among
the strangers present We're the Misses
Forbes, OF Warrenton; Miss Whitaker
of Petersburg; Miss McCloud. of Cincin-
natl; Miss Fonta!ne. of Richmond and
Miss Smith, of Lynchburg
Mr.. J. W. Morrow. of Washington. was
the guest Of Mr.. L. 7. Lamb last week.
Mr.. i. G. Morfit. of Baltimore, was the
guest of Mr.. Edward r. Baird, Jr.. Mt
the Virginia Club last week.
Mr.. H. Blount Hunter, of New York,
was entertained last week by Mr.. Frank
L. Wilcox.
WHITE SHIPS. BRASS BUTTONS.
The presence of the North Atlantic
Squadron in Hampton Roads has be-
Continued on Sixth Page.)
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-01-17
TAKEN HOME.
Mr. Ellie carrot PASSES PcncofulI
Away After n Long Life.

AS the clock in the steenIc or Ct
Marys Catholic church chimed out tho
nour of l O'Clock yesterday afternoon
mere passed peacefully away in the
arms of his last long sleep a man, who
lor over ninety years had been n citi-
zen OF Norfoik-AIr. Ellie Barrot.
MI. Barrot was born In Porto Rica, I'm
the West Indies. in 1902. About three
years aiterward, the exact date is not
known. but it was at the time of the re-
pell'on In San Domingo. his parents
VINO mad come TO the island from France
We're compelled to fee from the West
ihuleS' ana with their little boy. as re-
iuSces, sought the hospitable shelter
afforded by The busy little burough of
Norfolk o. ~
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-01-17
HIS MARRIAGE.

There was at that time n large and
iiourishing colony of French refugees in
Norioik, most of the members of which
were engaged in mercantile pursuits.
among these was a Monsieur Bonnaud.
with whom, in his early youth Ellie
Bairot was employed as clerk. He had,
IN the meantime, lost his mother by
death, and had been adopted by n kind
FRENCH lady by the name of lie Mas
urier living ut that time on her beauti-
iul country place back of what is now
Berkley. This place is now known as
Montalant, after family which after
wards owned 1t, and who still have de-
scendents here r.
While still quite n young man Mr..
Barrot married his employers daughter,
MISS Mary Bonnaud, Il beautiful and
genius for music. She was for n long
time orSanst for St. Mary's Catholic
church and died in March, 1887. leaving
pehind her useful and beautiful life
and hundreds of devoted friends.
AS \ BANK CLERK.
For perhaps quarter of a century
prior to the evacuation of Norfolk dur
ing the late war Mr.. Barrot held the
position of discount clerk in the State
Bank of Virginia, which was situated
where Burruss, Son IL Co. now have
their establishment. With the close of
the war Mr.. Barrot's long and faithful
services came 10 an end, though he was
afterwards employed for a few years at
the Marine Bank. Still. he preferred to
pass the evening of his useful life at his
own home. No. IS Holt street. sur
rounded by his books and the enjoying
companionship OF few dear and faith
Continued on Third PaCe)
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yI,:Es;s>t.>.
n. or S. w. M.

The members of this conclave are earn
sstly requested to meet Mt HEPTASOPH-
IN I'M HALL, Main street, THIS EVEN
ING at 4 o'clock sharp, for the purpose
OF attending divine service Mt Epworth NJ.
p. Church. TO hear II sermon by the Rev
DE. w. j. Young, special to the order
N ja17-1t, w. Is. CHEEK Scrihn