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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
AUGUSTA AND CHATTANOOGA r.. II.
Prospect That II VIII lie Built
Great p0ssibiIitjcs

AUGUSTA, GA. January 29--There is
a prospect Of the Augusta and Chatta-
nooga railroad being built The Chronicle
tomorrow will publish letter from
j. c. Stanton. of Ballston Spa, n y,
who built the Alabama Great Southern
railroad, i'm which he says
Il have never known such times TO
negotiate for a new road. The Augusta
ana Chattanooga railroad I think one
OF the most important railroads 10 be
built at present. and it is Of no use to
hatter the people that they are going
TO get a railroad until you negotiate for
men 10 build IT,
AT last. l have found party who
viii take the securities and furnish the
money to complete the enterprise. They
are TO send their own man there. 20
see II the statements which j have made
are true. ! have no fears but that he
will find ii as j have stated. j am in
hopes he will be ready 10 90 with me
South. the latter part Of this week. !
will take my engineer with him"
The building Of the Augusta and Chat
tanooga would be one Of the greatest
things that could happen for Augusta
and the Southeast. 1t would open up a
magnificent territory to this city. put IL
in closer touch with the great coal and
iron fields of Alabama and Tennessee,
and make Augusta the gateway Of the
West to the sea, saving the great agricul-
tural interests Of the West thousands of
miles between their trade centres and
foreign countries.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
SOUTH AFRICA COMMITTEE.
One Appointed by British Commons.
yictorin's SexngesimaI

LONDON. January 29.-ln the House
Of Commons to-day, the discussion Of the
question OF the appointment of COM
mittee TO inquire into the troubles in
South Africa was resumed. In the course
of the debate, Right Hon. Joseph Cham
berlain. Secretary of State for the Colo.
nies, declared that the position In South
Africa was still unsettled, and that during
the last few months there had been "a
recurrence. and an increase in growth
O the feeling Of unrest, which must be
allayed.
Matters had been rendered much worse,
he said, by the recent legislation on the
part OF the Boer Parliament, and, more
over. although President Kruger had
again and again promised TO give favor
able consideration TO the grievances OF
the Uitlanders, he had not done so. Great
Britain. Mr. Chamberlain declared. still
maintained that peace was insecure, and
would remain so until the Uitlanders
grievances were redressed. He felt sure
that an inquiry by a commission formed
for that purpose would further these ends.
Sir William HarcOurt, leader OF the
Opposition reminded the House that the
proposed inquiry was not only for the
House of Commons, but for the whole
world as well. He then spoke in favor
of the motion, and against the amend
ment offered yesterday by Mr.. NJ. j.
MacLean. which recited that in view OF
the peaceful settlement OF the S0uth
African question, and the punishment OF
the Transvaal raiders it would be mex
pedient TO reopen the matter and need
less TO reappoint the committee.
Mr. MacLean then Withdrew MS amend
ment and eventually a South African
committee was appointed .,.--s,---
In reply to a question by Sir George
Baden-Powell. Mr. Chamberlain said that
the government. with the approval of her
Majesty. had invited the Prime Ministers
of the several Colonies to come TO Eng
land. and take part i'm the celebration of
the completion of the sixtieth year of the
Queens reign. (Cheers) II the invitations
were accented, Mr.. Chamberlain con-
tinued the Premiers would be the guests
of Great Britain. (Cheers) Replies to the
Invitations, he added, had already been
received from the Premers of Canada
and the other North American Colonies
fhe Cape Colony. and Natal, all Of which
were extremely gratifying.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
stock Of Hardware for sale

Bids are invited on the stock or hard
ware of the late firm OF Eva as Brothers.
OF Roanoke Va, with view or making
a private sale of the same. The stock
consists OF a full line OF heavy and shelf
hardware, which on January l, 1881, In
ventoried $14,3ll.l5 The stock may be
seen and inspected At No. 80 Campbell
avenue, Roanoke. Va, and the UNDER
signed will be glad TO show the stock OF
goods and receive bids from parties de-
string to purchase.
The terms OF sale may be either for
cash or on credit, but In case OF ssle
on credit, satisfactory security VIII be
required OF the purchaser. In case such
an offer is not received by February l5,
1897. as will Justify private sale, tho
stock will be disposed OF In the manner
prescribed In the deed OF trust from A. ].
Evans and wife TO Il. L. Bell trustee.
dated October 30, 1884, H. 7. HALL.
Roanoke, Va. Receiver.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
RUSSELL ALEXANDER ALGER.

ANN"A'h'A~ATAs ~NANNf'rANf
were the other guests. After luncheon.
Major Mckinley and General Alger re-
tired for a private talk. and at the ex-
piratio1 Of two hours General Alger
came out, and made the announcement
that he was to be in the Cabinet. He
left for Detroit at 4 o'clock.
General Alger was i'm a happy frame
Of mind. and was frankly pleased with
the result of his visit to Canton. He
said he was not personally acquainted
with all Of the men who are likely to
be in the Cabinet, and said that three
OF them he did not know by sight He
said the appointment of Mr. Gage had
made a remarkably favorable impression
on the business and commercial world,
and would hasten the return of conf
dence.
Ex-Speaker Sheard OF New York, talk
ed for two hours to-day with the Presi-
dent-elect. lie said
MY interview was a pleasant and In
every way a very satisfactory one. We
discussed the New York situation in re-
spect to the Cabinet. and urged the APP
pointnent of General Stewart l.. Wood
ford. on the ground that he is clean.
strong capable man, about whom very
much that is good can be said. His ap-
pointment would be acceptable TO the or
ganizations in New York, and that fact
ought not TO make il unacceptable TO any
falr-minded citizen. Major Mckinley
has "a high opinion of General Woodford.
and may appoint him. but l do not think
he has decided what TO DO with respect
TO New York. My conviction is that New
York will be represented in the Cabinet
by thoroughly satisfactory Ian
Colonel j. j. McCook, Of New York
who called on Major Mckinley last
night. is mentioned to-day as a Cabinet
possibility.
General Russell A. Alger. who is to be
Secretary Of War, was born i'm Lafayette
Medina county, O.. February 2. 1886 the
son of Russell and Caroline Alger, both
descended from English ancestry. lie
worked on "a farm in summer and studied
i'm the winter. receiving his education at
the Richfeld Academy. in Lafayette. lie
studied law and was admitted TO practice
I'm Ohio i'm 1859 He then removed TO Men
iean. and when the war between the
states broke out in 1861, enlisted as pri-
vate i'm the Second Michigan Cavalry He
served with galantry throughout the war
and reached the rank of major-general
I'm 1884 General Alger was elected Gov
ernor of Michigan as a Republican. ana
served one term. lie was commander-in-
chief of the Grand Army of the Republic
in 1890. He resides in Detroit and is
wealthy.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
Taterraphic Briefs.

Washington. The cruiser Marion LETT
Acapulco. Mexico for San Diego. Sal
NTad,sonville. Ky.-Fire DESTROYED Ray S
- M "a rovse and a number OF stores.
pss SIS 600: insurance partial
Vy"shineton. Commander }. f. Merry
w N@9iatsN from ordnance instruction at
Is ,be washington yard. 10 await orders.
'nu ,uv.'shineton. Attorney- General Harmon
W Wash,rhs ~. nnnlication for foreclosure or
slshtsIu tIarsas Pacific railroad mortgage, ana
the t naners were mailed, to be hled In
Kansas and Missouri -, s.,o, ., ,ne
tvashington. AT the night session OF tne
house nineteen private pension oo,S oiiis %eaT ~
houaA The proceedings were devoid OF
p"ssSseu, At 1890 l.. NJ. the House au-
ionrned until to-day ,sooc,.
Chattanooga, Tenn,-pos,-o,hnce,,rsssp,eV hn rrss, Of
o.. or ~ siav slack. editor and owner OF me
Bristol Courier, charged win a,ls senuins o'-
S0S,is 0Svsshington. The House COMMITTEE on
Elections No decided the trom sbe Fifth Tf
oi Di',.'isna Dlsfrict, In favor OF Boather
Democrap. the sitting member
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
ATLANTA & WEST POINT r.. r..
for Receiver Taken Up
for "a Hearing.

ATLANTA, GA, January 29.-The ap-
lication for a receiver for the Atlanta
and West Point Railroad Company was
taken up for a hearing to-day. The de-
fendant company and its officers. the
Georgia Railroad Company the Central
of Georgia Railroad Company. and some
interveners opposed the appointment Of
a receiver. l.. B. Nelson, the stockhold-
er who filed the suit for a receiver.
contends that the charter OF the Atlanta
and West Point Company expired last
December. and that the new charter,
which was obtained, was illegal There
fore. he holds that the company is dead,
and that its affairs should be wound up
and its property sold. and the proceeds
distributed among the stockholders
The defence Is that a good, legal char
ter was obtained from the Legislature
before the expiration Of the old charter.
and that the company is not legally de-
funct. The argument had only begun
to-day, when the case was postponed un-
til tomorrow.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
ALGER Is CHOSEN.
uE II OFFERED AND ACCEPTS THE
sECRETAUysHip OF WAR.
he AND SIBERIAN ON GOOD TERMS.
"They VIII Work Together In Hnr-
mony"-Ncw York aud General
stewart l.. Observation-Disclosures j. j.
McCook.
sicCook.

CANTON, o.. January 29.-Thls was
Major McKinley's birthday. and ne cele-
brated II by rendering the portfolio Of
War 70 General Russell A. Alger. Of
Michigan. who at once accepted IT, Gene
RAJ Alger authorized the correspondent
OF the southern Associated Press to say
that he had accepted the portfolio Of
War. He was asked If all differences
between himself and Senator Sherman
had been arranged: yes" said he. 1--WE
are on good terms, and will work to-
gether in harmony"
General Alger arrived at O'Clock, and
lunched with Major Mckinley Exon
gresham A. NJ. Thompson. Of Ohio, and
ex-Speaker Titus sheard, Of New York,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
FOUR FAvORITEs WIN.
Too Cold. Though. for Many People
to Attend the Races.

NEW ORLEANS, January 29.-It is
still very cold here, and the attendance
was affected In consequence. The track
was slow, but drying fast. Four favo-
rites won, and the 100 people present
beat the books well.
First race-seven furlongs-High Test
0O2. Morse TO 81 won. with Van Brunt
second. and Sprlngtime third. Time, 1872.
Second race-six furlongs-Full Hand
97, Dorsey. to u won, with Princess
Bonnie second, and lila third. Time,
III 1-2.
Third race-one mile-Master Fred COS.
Songer, TO 81 won. with Favorne Sc
cond. and Plutus third. Time AS
Fourth race-handicap, seven furlongs-
Mamie G. (s3. It. Burns, 6 to u won
with Pete Kitchen second. and Marquise
third Time, 1:3l.
Fifth race--seven furlongs-Hillsboro
Coz Morse. to u won. with Tom Sayre
second, and Ida Wagner third. Time,
1:33
Sixth race-seven furlongs-Elano 0Oi,
Hart. to 81 won. with Trixie second
and If third. Time. 1:3l Ia
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
DESPERATE DONE FOR.
"Man of the Flowing Mousf"che'
KILLED By Officers.

CHATTANOOGA. TENN, January "a
with the killing In this city at noon to-
day Of BILLY" Carter. commonly spoken
OF in der.slon as "the man Of the long
ana flowing moustache,' one Of the law
most dreaded foes bit the dust.
Garter was common Georgia crack
er lliierate. and until recent years
day labOrer. belonging 70 the ciass
known az poor whites" one night ias'
iall. FOR reasons unknown, he shot Police-
Captain Thomas Russell In the arm
All search for him was unaValiing, pu,
be has led charmed life since ana
became a terror 10 officers OF the law
and peaceable citizens alike He had no
eonfederates. but as lone highwayman'
plndered the country at Will, ana on
several occasions heId az bay officers VINO
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
CUBAN WAR NEWS MEAGRE.
WeyIer Finds No Rebeis-General
Lee Visits American Prisoners.

HABANA. January 29-War news is
very meagre and uninterestlng. Every
thing appears to be quiet at present.
Captain General Weyler is reported to
have arrived at Rodas. near Cienfuegos.
The official reports state that his march
thus far has been successful. He found
no rebels along his road. all Of them fall
ing back into the remoter country dis
tricts as he passed along.
Federo Novel;. Juan Panades. Juan
Matamoras. Jose Calderon, Auerilio
Alvalongo. and Manuel Gutierrez Tru-
iielo. all political suspects, will be de-
ported tomorrow TO the Chafarinas and
Fernando Po.
Consul General Lee to-day visited DIR.
Retancourt and other Americans who are
confined in the Habana jail.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
CASE OF THE THREE FRIENDS.
Petition by Attorney-Genernl Tor
Review by Supreme Court.

WASHINGTON, January 29.-Attorney-
General Harmon has prepared a petition
for a writ Of certiorari. TO bring up Tor
review by the Supreme Court of the
United States the case of the Three
Friends the alleged filibustering steamer
from the United States court Tor the
Southern District of Florida. which he
will present to the court at its session
Monday next An appeal from the de-
cision of Judge Long in the case has been
taken to the Court or Appeals Tor the
Fifth Circuit. where II is now pendlhs.
In the petition the Attorney Ten raj says
'The question involved in this case IS
whether the words colony, district, or
people' i'm section 52S3, Revised Statutes.
are confined in application to politicai
bodies whose belligerency has been Tor
maIy recognized, the Fhree frlehds
having been fitted out and armed in ala
of the present insurrection in Cuba. when
insurrection is sufficiently notorious and
extensive 10 have received the attention
Of the government of this country Tor
nearly two years past. although the IN
surgents have not received any recogn-
tion of belligerency-of all when the
courts take judicial notice.
"The question is very important, since
II the section under consideration Is not
applicable TO such expeditions in support
of the present Cuban insurrecuon, these
exreditions are piratical in character. and
prosecutions should be instituted under
the provisions OF tne iNSNiSSu o.".utcS.. ..,
..The question moreover. is OF especial
imnortance because it arises likewise un-
der section 52s2 of the Revised Statutes
and elsewhere. 49,.
'ITnlawful expeditions in aid OF the Cu-
han insurrectionists endangerng the
honor and dignity of the United States,
are continually in preparation, and IT Is
of great importance that the construction
Of The statutes intended TO preserve the
central and pacific relations Of the United
States should be notified as early as pos
sible. -. s.r..,. =,
For these reasons the Secietar! -,
ctatc has requested that an application
ne made al once for a writ of certiorarl.
>" review the decision OF the Circuit
Court. .., .....,,-.,-- -,
tho oninion. and believing the present TO
he one of the exceptional cases which
warrant the issuance OF such a writ with
out awaiting the decision OF the lower
appellate court. respectfully presents TINS
q
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
SENSATIONAL RANK REPORT.
First National, of Newport. Ky, I'm
Had Condition.

CINCINNATI, o., January 29.-Bank-
Examiner fuckers report TO the Comp
troller about the First National Bank
OF Newport. KY, is sensational. An ex-
pert analysis of it is as follows.
The statement shows too much over
draft, and too much money tied-up in
real estate and mortgages. The quick
assets, viz: Amounts due from other
national banks, State banks, and cash
are too weak. The total resources are
given as SSH .257; loans and discounts,
S7242gG. An item of Sil5 of cash short
is considered significant. The total
liabilities are given as 10000; deposits
subject to check, S362. .59i; total deposits,
1894 .SgS. Mr.. Tucker estimates that the
loss in loans and discounts will approx
mate 500 Co.,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30

were searching for him. He not infre-
quently entered the city. and was seen
"' entertainments In the outskirts.
rev davs since Carter's wife rented
cottage IN the city on n back street,
and to-day the police authorities were
notified OF Carter's presence there. A
posse or seven officers. under Sergeant
hasklns. surrounded the house. The out
law dehed arrest, and walked into their
midst with two big Colts revolvars.
winch he discharged right and left, his
hFst shot breaking the arm OF Detective
CHARLES Brock; but Carter's body was
hiied with lead in trice, The only
words he spoke before he died were:
sem. my pistols and my body back to
Georgia."
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
GOLD CONTRACTS PROHIBITED.
The Militia Abolished. as an Instru-
u,eut of OppressiOn.

GUTHRIE, OKLA, January Z5-lhe
fusion Democratic-Populist Legislature
to-day passed a bill prohibiting gold con
,,,cts in the Territory: also. one abolish
ing the militia, declaring IL 10 be the
instrument of a corrupt central govern,
ment. used to protect corporations ana
Cypress the people. The debate was very
sensational on both measures ana even
more radical things are promised.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
GRAND CONCERT FOR THE POOR.
Plans Put on Foot for Giving Such
an Entertainments.

1t is proposed to give a grand con-
cert here in the very near future for
the benefit of the poor of the city.
The plan was put on foot last night,
Professor Jacob Relnhardt talked the
matter over, with several gentlemen of
musical taste and experiment in such
matters, and further details will proba-
bly, be arranged to-day.
The entertainment will be given at
the Academy of Music, and will be
made one of the most attractive of the
winter. II will not only possess the
merit OF being given in aid of those
who are suffering for the scant neces-
stiles of life, but will have the added
charm Of bring before the public the
very best talent that can be obtained.
There will be other attractive features
in addition to the fine music.
In brief II will truly be grand con.
cert for a noble cause.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
TRAIN AND sNOw-pLow COLLIDE.
Two Men KiIIed-scveraI Others Sc
riousIy Injured.

ROCHESTER,. n. Y, January pa
snd Pittsburg railroad. which left this
city at 1880 o'clock last night, was met
in a head-on collision by a snow-plow
at the Delaware and Western junction.
near lie Roy, about o'clock, and seve-
raj persons We're killed and injured.
Brakeman George Cranston was stand
ing on the step of the snow-plow. so
as TO jump and turn the switch, when
the freight-train crashed into the snow
.plow. He was killed instantly Henry
Snyder. conductor on the snow-plow,
was also killed. OF the injured. James
Kerrigan. hagman, and Robert McLaugh-
lin. brakeman. may die. Both engines
were completely wrecked, and seven cars
were derailed.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
THE NEGRO NOT INVITED.
West yirginia's On-ColOr Legisia-
tive Elephant.

CHARL LEsTON. KANAWHA. W. VA.
January 29.-tSpe Hal)-Several of the ke-
puhlican members OF the House of Dele
gates refused To attend reception ana
ball given by citizens at the state House
,o-nisht. because Chris Payne. the negro
nem6er from Fayette county. was not in
,itfd II Is thought that some trouble
vi arise next Monday night when. Gov
srnor McCorkle gives reception in honor
~ Governor-elect Atkinson and the Legis-
Iat,Ire. as Payne will not be Invited.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
JAMES WILSON, OF IOWA.
He VIII Probably lie Secretary or
Agriculture.

CANTON, O.. January 29.-James Will
son. of Iowa. who has been prominently
mentioned in connection with the position
Of Secretary of Agriculture, arrived here
al O'clock this evening, and drove al
once ~ Major McKinley's residence. The
Major who knew Mr. Wilson when ne
was i'm Congress. greeted him heartily
and the two AT once withdrew for pri-
yate conversation. which lasted more than
an hour. Mr.. Wilson, in all probability
viii be offered and will accept the port
folio OF Agriculture.
ECKELss SUCCESSOR
rbe renort that Charles 6. Dawes, OF
ulno,s Is 10 be Comptroller OF the Cur
rencv has some foundation, but IL could
not be confirmed tonight
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30

snecial attention OF those desiring new
,nvestments is called TO the Prepaid STOCK
~ the United Banking and Bsiiding Com
many. This stock Is sold at 80 per share.
Tho mar or maturity value OF which II
sio0 Upon the cost OF this stock casn
d,vIdend OF per cent. per annum Is PAID
until maturity. when the holder VIII ba
entitled TO receive 500 per share.
For further information apply at the
home office Of the company. No. szl east
Main street
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
NOT SMALLPOX.
but Greensboro's Scare Cost Her
Many "a Dollar.

GREENSBORO, n. c.. January o.
Especially people Of Greensboro gave
a sigh of relief to-day when Dr. Ramsy
Nevtt, a smallpox specialist from Wash
ington. D. c.. reported the suspected case
TO be chicken-pox instead of smallpox.
He stated. however that IL was NeiS
neculiar case. and very hard TO diagnose.
The Benbow House opened up this after
noon. and the guests are arriving again.
The scare has cost our town not less than
etna ooQ
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
THE OREGON DEADLOCK.
House Apparently
ON Its Lnst Legs.

SALEM. ORE, January 29-The
Bourne-Davis House met at $3.50 and ad-
journed tin the same hour tomorrow.
The Denson- Mitchell House was called
70 order al 10 o'clock A. NJ. and then ad-
3ourned until T.. NJ. on Monday next.
The Senate still refuses 10 recognize TINS
Bouse. and the Secretary OF state Will
not pay for the printing Of its bills, main
faining that IL Is an Illegal organization,
ana from present indications 1t cannot
Past much longer.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
WELLER TO BE SUPERSEDED.
Azcarraga. Ii IL Reported, To Take
Cubun GovernOr-Generaish

MADRID, January pa report is in
circulation here that General Azcarraga,
Minister of War. is to be appointed Gov
ernor-General of Cuba. and that General
Weyler. the present Governor-General. is
to be retained as commander-in-chief or
the troops. 1t is also stated that it has
been decided to make some changes in
the Ministry, by which Senior Castellanos,
Minister of Colonies. and Senor Cos-Gay-
ON Minister of the Interior, viii retire
and be replaced, respectively, by Senors
Saulos Guzman and Robledo.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30
rr,dc-Mnrk Treaty with Japan.

WASHINGTON, January 9.-lt Is uh.
derstood that a treaty is soon to be sent
70 The Senate. negotiated between TINS
oo,,ntrv and Japan. on the subject OF
to,i, ,'.',doInarks and copyrights. American
Businessmen who have suffered from the
absence of such treaty agreements have
been urging the establishment of such re-
lations for some time.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30

open its doors this morning. having had
an assignee appointed to look after It's
interests. The assets amount to S400,
while the liabilities are $4,000 F.. Il. ST.
John was named as assignee. He says
the failure was on account Of poor coilec-
tions, failure to realize money on securi-
ties. and a general withdrawal OF funds
on the part Of depositors. The institution
was the Oldest In Johnson City.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-01-30

This is the last day on which persons
owing city taxes for 1896 have TO pay
them and keep their property from being
returned delinquent. All the bills will
be turned over TO the Collector OF Dein-
quent Taxes on Monday Captain Cunning
ham will keep his office open to-day until
SP. NJ TO accommodate those wishing 10
settle I'D.