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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24
The Merry Charcoal Climb

That mysterious congregation OF the
brains and Drawn of tho Seven Pines
neighborhood. known as the Charcoal
Club. held its weekly meeting Thursday
night, and received the applications Of
TWO citizens. who long for light according
to the Illuminating process Of The ;. =. c..
club.
A list Of the officers Of this club en-
braces these bucolic persOnages, who are
Weil-knoWn 10 fame. IL not 10 fortune
Justice Of the Peace Gilbert Chesterfield
Vincent, commonly and affectionately
called the Poet Squire, is ths president;
Mr. Geo. Washington Bottoms, alias Bud
Wink" is secretary. Mr.. Samuel Buck
stone West, treasurer; Mr.. Henry Canter-
bury Combs. grand char lain. Mr.. John
Edison Clarke. custodian Of the goat, and
Mr.. George Roland Jordan. grand outside
sentinel
Last, bu. NOT least on the roster Of Of
necrs Of the Charcoal club Is the i'm
portant one OF Steward. and Mr.. Isaac
Fitzhugh Rubnstein, who is a graceful
and liberal dispenser OF solid and liquid
refreshment. fills that chair.
NJ. l. DE Kline. who met serious injury
az the last meeting OF the club by jump
ing out OF a window. through fright dur
ing the process OF Initiation. was present
and took the degrees this time. without
a tremor, like a little man.
The tenth of May, proxmo. being the
birthday OF the Charcoal Club. will be
celebrated by torchlight procession, and
banquet, and preparations are now maxi
ing for the occasion.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24
An EFFICIENT OFFICER.
DR.. Lyme Eetires From the Position OF
Resident Physician at the Aimshouse.

Resident Physician at the Almshouse.
Richmond will lose an efficient and use
ful Official in Dr. VIM. II. Lyme, Jr., whose
term as one Of the resident physicians at
the almshouse terminated yesterday.
Young Dr. Lyme mas he'd the position
for q wear having been appointed as u
graduate from the Medical College OF
Virginia
During his service at the almshouse and
while I'm charge OF the ambulance, his
ykill as 2 physician has shown Itself. and
many almost hopeless cases have been
restored TO life ana hcdlth through his
conscientious EFFORTS.
lie has cheerfully and promptly respond
ed 10 every call at al hours Of the day
and night. and in all kinds of weather
Bv his courtesy TO those who came in
contact with him I'm both social and bust
ness way. he has won many friends.
Particularly is this true in reference 10
lis relationship TO the newspaper peo-
pie. No matter what conditions existed
he was always ready 10 respond ANA
give AN information 10 the papers con-
corning cases OF mystery and Of general
interest. and 10 Is LARGELY due TO him
that the public Lave been so promptly
and correctly informed o. many interest
in-. cts,4 that have developed.
Dr. I.yno. before entering into the prac-
fice of his profession. for which he is
already cmincntly qualified. viii take a
uost-eraduate course az one OF the large
spend the summer AT his home in Orange
When he decides TO enter into practice
the Doctor will establish himself I'm this
city. and 10 is safe 10 predict that a great
future awaits him.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24

\ Valuable Pointer ParaiNzed while Chas-
inc "A RAT.

ing RAT.
The family of Mr.. John +. kcehlor, the
well-known Broad-street jeweler, was
thrown i'm a state OF excitement on We'd
nesday by an accident that befell their
pet dog, Nero.
lie has been the watchdog OF the Koch
Ter family Tor more than eight years,
and during that time he has won the AZ
lection OF every member OF that house
hold.
Nero is a pointer, Of n chestnut brown
color, and during the day time he Is as
gentle as lamb. At night, however.
when he is left in entire charge of Mr..
Kochlcr's ieWclry store. 10 would not be
safe for any outsider, white or COlOred.
10 enter the precincts OF ms sanctum.
Thursday afternoon Nero was chasing
a rat across Broad street, when he sud
denly broke down and was unable TO
move. He was at once picked up by
OF Mr. John y. koehler and tenderly
carried into the private office In the rear
OF the store. There il was discovered
that the dog had been paraiyzed, in his
hind legs.
Messengers were At once dispatched in
various directions for a physician or vet
Urinary surgeon and Dr. Triton was
finally found, who attended Nero and
prescribed the application OF an electric
battery This remedy was used with
some favorable results.
DR.. r.. H. Raker, who happened to be
I'm the neighborhood also called and
looked al the quadruped patient. but ala
not discovered any additional sufferlngs.
To-day the dog is somewhat improved,
but IL is questionable whether he Will re-
cover entirely.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24
Another Fast Train.

The fast run TO Denver. and later 10
Boston. Of magnates on special trains,
SO much advertised, has been brought
home TO us.
Recently a Richmond railroad magnate
Delated ln Washington secured "A special
from the Pennsylvania Railroad, and
leaving Washington at l2l0 one hour
and thirteen minutes after the regular
train. reached Richmond al 2.i6. fcV
minutes only behind the published schc-
dule.
The one hundred and fifteen miles WAS
made in two hours and thirty-six min
utes. meaning after deductions for chang
ing engines, stops for water and cross
ings, a running time. UP hill aud down
dale. of ffty-fve miles per hour.
The train consisted Of an engine and
one coach. The Richmond. Fredoricks.
burg and Potomac mogul. No. II. built
by the Richmond Locomotive Works. cue
out the work for Father Time from guam
ticO to Richmond.
The old gentleman must have thought
himself the head reaper i'm an old-time
Virginia harvest field--he had to throw
away his scythe and take cradle.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24

represented among them: Maine. New
York. Michigan. Illinois. Nebraska. Kan
sas, Ohio, Iowa. Pennsylvania. New Jer-
sew Indiana Wisconsin, Colorado. North
Dakota, Arizona. Montana, Oregon,
Washington. California Kentucky. North
Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia. West
Virginia, Louisiana, New Hampshire.
Connecticut -'enhessee. Delaware Mary
land. Missouri. Oklahoma. Alabama.
Texas. Minnesota. and Florida.
Nor are the inquiries as 10 Virginia
lands confined 10 the States Of the Union.
for there are a number Of letters from
Canada and from Guatemala, South
Messrs. Crawford & co. have sold three
farms during April. and an three at good
prices-one in Henrico county. another
in the same county, and the third in
Amelia county.
A delegation from Chicago has lately
visited Virginia. and has seen Mr.. Craw
ford as to beginning n colony ut some
noint TO be selected in Virginia The
delegation saw land I'm Nottoway county
near Burkeville. in Amelia county near
Amelia Courthouse, and on James river
near Sandy Point
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24
For the Anthony WAYNE" Table.

4 Grand VaudeVllle cOrcort VII De gwen
at Cathedral Hail on Monday evening
April 10Th. Tor the benefit of Anthony
Wayne table at the approaching Martha
washington bazaar Misses r.. j. Lyme
man and Minnie Dippncr are In charge
OF the entertainment. The following Is
a list of the talent. Mrs. Walter &. Mer-
Ger. soprano. Mrs William b. Pizzlni.
alto. Mr.. Moses Stein. tenor. Mr.. Charles
Euhank. bassO. the Old Dominion Sex
tette. Free * Wilson. comedians,
Mr.. Eugene Davis banioist; Miss Kate
Chernault, pianist Misses Grace Jefrys
Wood and Wilma Newman will appear i'm
songs and skirt dances. Mr.. Herbert
Rees and Miss NJ T.. Kerse will accom-
pany the singers. The programme will
be under the personal direction Of Mr.
j. LouIs Sullivan.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24
ZrZes1en5- G'o~a qsASsoao
The Burden Of Taxation of Some Counties
in This state II borne by Others.

The Burden Of Taxation of Some Counties
in This state IL Borne by Others.
In speaking Of the expenses of the state
and the desirability Of bringing about a
reduction. the attention Of "a representa-
tive of The Times was yesterday called
by "a State Official called 10 the last an
nual report OF the Auditor OF Public Ac-
counts.
great care, gives in various tables the
amounts received by the State from tie
various counties and cities in the shape
of taxes on real estate ana personal prop
erty and also tells the sums paid out in
the same localities by the Commonwealth
10 defray the criminal expenses and the
mali tenance of the public schools.
A comparison Of the several congress
siOnal districts In that direction VIII bring
out the surprising fact that in some coun-
ties the expenses of the State are larger
than the receipts, and that other sections
have 10 make up the deficiency.
In the Fifth Congressional District for
instance, there IS not a single county
where the amounts paid by the state Tor
criminal expenses and free schools do not
exceed the receipts from taxable property
only In one city, of Danville. balance IN
favor Of the State IS found.
In addition II may a. SAID tnat thess
counties contribute nothing TO the sup
port Of the governor, OF the judges ana
courts, of the insane. the deaf dumb. and
blind. and the different institutions Of
learning. For the maintenance and the
support OF crippled Confederate soldiers.
a compare lively small amount is paid az
present per year by the six counties or
the district, and the city of Danville.
The following table shows the amounts
paid out by the State during the past
year in the Fifth District for the support
Of the free schools and also for the de-
fraying Of the criminal expenses. 1t also
gives the total amount OF the assessed
taxes On real estate and personal proper
". Of which, however, goodly proper
tom usualY becomes dellnquent:
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24
And So They WI Marry

A license was issued in the Office OF the
County Court Of Henric0 yesterday for the
marriage Of Mr.. Robert DoOley. young
farmer OF Henrico. and Miss Eva Aus
tin, OF the same county, and the Rev.
Joel Il. Tucker Of the East-End Baptist
church, was called upon to marry the
young couple.
This is the happy issue out OF the late
case OF Mr.. DOoiey. who was arrested.
charged with violating his promise OF
marriage. but whose case was not tried.
he having been ready and willing 10 mar
~ her. and her friends withdrew the COM
plant.
so the young couple will set their sails
for the sea Of matrlmony, with bright
sunshine. balmy air, and good wishes TO
speed their bark 10 the haven OF hapoi-
ness, where they would be.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24
DrIighifnl Mnslcale.

An audience Of large size composed Of
members of the Monumental church con-
gregation. and their friends, gathered in
the lecture-room of that church last even
ing. The occasion was a very delightful
one. being a musicale given for the bene-
III Of the church by these ladies and
gentlemen: Mrs. George W. Warren. Miss
Meade and Miss Porter, sopranos, Miss
Louise Meade. alto Mr.. George W. War
rem. basso. Mr.. G.. II. Tompkins. mando-
linist: Miss Tompkins, guitarist, and Miss
COfer accompanist
The numbers. vocal and instrumental, Of
all these clever people were highly en-
joyed. and especially did the delightfully."-
artistic and charming style IN which Miss
August played come in for applause, long
and hearty.
After the musicale refreshments were
served TO the company present.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24
DR.. W. W. Douglas, of Warsaw, Gives HIS
Views on ID fferent subjects.

Dr. W. w. Douglas. OF Warsaw, Rich
mOnd county, who formerly represented
his county in the House of Delegates and
who has been attending the session or
fhe Board OF Visitors of the Medical COL
lege of virginia, Of which he Is mem
her. called ON Colonel John Bell Bigger,
at his office in the Capitol building yes
terday morning.
recent frost had done any great dainase
iu his section Of The State, he replied IN
the negative. lie also expressed MS SUE
prise at learning that such extended dam
ace had been done in Norfolk and Pm
cess Anne counties
When asked about Rev. Thos. semmes,
of Warsaw, who has just received
"a call from the yestry Of ST. Andre" $
Episcopal church in this city, DIT. Doug
las said. .
Mr. semmes IS perhaps the ablest
and most eloquent preacher ~ the Slale,
and / am only sorry that the people or
Richmond are endeavoring TO take him
away from us. lie Is developing ana
growing faster than any other man IN
tho ministry. and / don't think he ever
preached an Indifferent sermon.
Mr.. Semmes was formerly III the ran,
road business. and when he became or
n,aturer ape he studied for the ministry.
After leaving the seminary he came di-
rcctly 10 us. ~, 80.
When questioned about the pontieai out
look in reference TO the coming guoer-
Material contest the doctor said.
Our people are. perfectly willing 10
leave the selection Of the nominee 70 the
people OF this city. But | think both can
didates, Mr. Tyler and Mr.. Ellyson, nave
a good following In nv section or the
State and my people will support either
ono as nominee.
My view on the suoject, however. -
a peculiar one" continued DR.. Douglas.
IF my memory serves me right, IL was
the general understanding at the last
gubernatorial convention four years ago.
that this time the nomination should be
given TO Mr.. Tyler. Under the circum-
stances. | think we should keep faith.
In speaking OF the existing conditions
In the different sections OF this country.
DR.. Douglas said that i'm his opinion the
financial stringency was caused nv under
consumption and not by over production.
lie cited a number Of instances where
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24
WZe>zkeHS- G'N eZ2toxX

the text of Shapespeare. whose birth
Gay yesterday Was. by the way, he mis-
quoted some lines OF the celebrated speech
of PolonIus 70 mis- son Lacrtes.
On the chart was a seven pointed star.
sure unded by various astronomical en-
blems, and surmounted by the words
know inN sr.it. such words AZ these.
Blessing, Sensation. Force. Power. Dis
elimination. Riches, Order Wisdom
Strength. Cohesion, Fermentation, Honor.
fermentation, and Glory were display
cd on or about the sta. and the spocta-
tor paid his money and took his choice.
Verify. there be all sorts OF ways TO
make a living. but the queerest OF them
wound seem 10 be- he role Of a middle age
astrologer on a street-corner In the XIXth
Century.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24

The annual celebration OF the Young
Mems Missionary Society Of the Second
Baptist church will take place on Sun
day night. DR.. Il. l.. Whitman. the dis
tinguished educator and pulpit orator
who has preached so acceptably for the
Second church on previous occasions.
will preach the sermon for the young
men. and a fine musical programme VIII
be arranged for the occasion. This IS
always an interesting occasion TO TINS
society. and a profitable and pleasant
evening Is promised those who may at
tend. DR.. Whitman will occupy the pull
pit az II A. NJ. also.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24
Second Baptist Church

Dr. r. l.. whitman, OF Columbian Unit
versity. Washington. will preach at tho
Second Baptist church tomorrow. both
morning and night. Dr. Whitman takes
front rank among the great American
preachers. besides being one OF the most
distinguished educators OF the present
day The Doctor will preach a special
sermon before the Young Mems Mission
airy Society OF this church at night. this
being the time OF their annual celebration.
The orchestra will be on hand 10 aid the
choir I'm dscoursing sweet music.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24
Curb,fone AstroIogy

All Yesterday morning large crowd was
NJ the corner OF Zenith ana Main streets.
where there was an individlll attired in
.Hle own and m'rWr-noaid nat. &C.
compared with a sort ~ chart, or map.
uf Hlien he was demonstrating various
and sundry propc sitions 10 his auditors.
The substance OF his discourse was the
teller he Was declaring the importance Of
everybody's knowing himself and In a
very glib and fluent style. marked b. a
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24
= He n Richmond Man?

Mr.. W. a. Patterson, who claims TO
have been q resident Of Richmond. Is
living In extremis in Charleston. w. Va.
He says he is a son OF the late DR.. W.
A. Patterson, who died a few years ago.
and says he had sister named Flora
and a brother named Eddie, who he
thinks live here.
Information of his condition was sent
10 Police Headquarters here, and 4
search made for his relatives. but they
have not yet been located.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24

Miss Mary Elizabeth Hall, daughter OF
the late General william Hail. of the
Third Brigade. New York State Militia
died yesterday al 3 =. ". at the residence
Of her sister. Mr. +. A. Herriott
"Wrer ford" near "Westbrook." in Hen
rico county.
came from New York about three years
ago. and has since resided with her
sister.
The funeral ARRANGEMENTS have not
Lnnn male
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24

It, Date Will De Fixed Next Month by tn
Democratic state Committee.

It, Date VIII De Fixed Next Month by the
Democratic state Committee.
The question as 10 who will secure the
Den ccratic nomination for governor AT
the coming State convention is exciting
gicater interest every week. and the see
lection of the place where the convention
will be held is thought 10 have more or
less irlLCncc in the selection OF the can
ddate.
The Den ccrauc state Committee VIII
soon be called together 10 declie thls I'M
pCItant meter. Mr.. j. Taylor Lliyslnr
The chairman of the committee.
said yesterday morning that DE
had not yet fully determined
Tor what day he would issue the
call. but he thought that that body would
convene on or about May 21tA. the usual
time for the gathering OF the committee.
In regard to the selection Of place Mr..
EllysOn was unable 10 give an opinion,
saving that he had not yet received any
intlmaton, other than be had seen IN
print as TO the desired preference OF either
of the competing cities.
70 IS well-knOWn, however that the city
of Richmond is very anxious TO have the
convention meet here. and IL is said that
10 Will Doe an easy matter 10 raise the
money required TO defray the expenses OF
the gathering.
IL has been four years since conven-
;iou was held in Richmond, and there is
no doubt that this city is especially adapt
ed for such gathering the railroad facili-
ties here are superior TO any or the other
cities. and the hotel accommodations are
excellent
C.n The other hand il has been stated
that a decided effort will be made by the
Representatives Of Roanoke. and the sur
rounding country TO secure the conEen-
tiOns for that city ChailottesViile has
also been spoken Of bat 10 distinct move
ment has as yet been made ia that Sec
ton Of the state. IL is also very likely
that the representatives of the Second
Congressional District will at the meet
Ing of the State Committee press the
claim of the city Of Norfolk.
A strenuous effort was made four
years ago TO bring the convention 10 that
city. but the influences and convincing
arguments of the Richmond people PROV
"a 20 h 100 aIrnnr ON fluI occasion
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24

Lieutenant John W. starke. who was
elected treasurer of the cuban League
that was recently organized in this city,
has rendered TO Mr.. IA. NJ. Smith his res
ignaticn IN the following note:
Richmond April %. lss7.
Mr.. u. NJ. Smith. Jr. President Cuban
League.
Dear slr.-From all indications, | DO
not see that the League IS helping the
cause OF cuba here. No meetings have
been held. and therefore / tender you nv
resignation Cs treasurer.
Yours very respectfully.
JOHN W. STARKE,
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24

Complaint has been made to the police
that Rev. Thomas Donavan has created
q nuisance TO the neighbors In the local
Fly OF First and Duval streets by allow
ing a crowd of small boys TO play an
exciting and close game Of ball In a
vacant lot IN First street. between Jack
son aud Duval. The matter will be in
yestigated ia the Police Court.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24

The newly elected officers Of the re-
Gently organized John w. Daniel Demo
cratic Club. Of Jefferson Ward. were In
stalled at q meeting held at Connelrs
Hall Thursday night. Mr.. Samuel Stern.
president OF the new organization. pre-
sided. In celebration OF the event bail
loon was sent up from the roof OF the
building
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24
Did Not Try the Fender

II was intended by the subcommittee
CT the Committee on Streets TO inspect
Yesterday afternoon a new fender. which
the Richmond Railway ana Electric
COMPANY proposes to put upon It's ears.
The subcommittee met In Room 20
nrocesd to the inspection. but by some
Misunderstanding or non-arriyal OF the
fender the trip was postponed.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24

From All over the Country Letters OF In
quiry Are Being Received.

There has seldom before been as much
interest manifested by prospective set
tiers in Virginia as al present said Mr..
Crawford. al the nrw OF George p. Craw-
ford K Co, Richmond. yesterday.
Il mean.' he continued, 'tnat people
are II last awaking 10 the fact that in
Virginia we have almost every advan-
tago Of soil and climate which can make
lie here pleasant and profitable
From every part Of the United States
letters have been coming ana are sun
coming. making inquiries as to farms
and the prices of them. and | verify be-
lieve that tho old State will soon feel the
benefits from a large number OF sturdy
and desirable settlers.
pile Of letters. and l found these States
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24
NE LOST ms RE.
Peculiar Accident to a Henrico Farmer on
Thursday.

ieculiar Acctdent 10 hfhflco FARMER On
Thursday.
While Mr.. Frank Bartholomew, OF Hen
rico county. near Richmond. was clearing
some new ground for cultivation yester-
day. he and his men came 10 large pine
tree. which they proceeded 10 cut down.
Just as the tree was about to fall, a
brick. which was lodged in the tree
how. il IS not known-fell out OF IL and
struck Mr.. Bartholomew in the lefC eye,
splitting his eye and check.
Mr. Bartholomew was brought 10 town
at once. and Or. Spalding gave him
prompt medical attention, too late, how
ever. to save the eye.
The victim Of this peculiar and serious
accident has been living in Virginia for
four years. coming here from New York
State.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24

ST. Luke's Episcopal church elected the
following yesirymen Thursday night:
Messrs. Alexander w. Pearce. John =.
See r. II. Meade John Il. Wheat. S NJ.
Woodward. Edward Mccarthy. and Theo-
dOre Dunnayaut.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24

Miss Bessie SHIELD. who was hurt some
time ago In a runaway accident, win
some other young ladies while out driv-
ing. left for her home In BrIdgewood. n.
j.. Thursday. almost entirely recovered
from the effects of her accident
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24

Miss Hattie Eanes. OF Fairfield District,
is visiting relatives in Pennsylvania.
Mr.. c. H. Krampf, lately III at his
home i'm Varina, is better.
Ex-Sn.rif .southward is we'll after his
late Illness
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24
~ ;::!!!:'!;'|(!!&[|;! S as $ $E$
FLEISHMAN. MORRIS & CO.,
Wholesale
DEALERS IN BOOTS AND SHOES.
Nos. 1900 to 1904 Franklin St,
RICHMOND. VA. April Y, ~.

Me ssrs. julius Meyer &
Sons. City.
Gentlemen We send here
wi tn 582 pairs Of shoes,
for which We accept your
offer. The Sc shoes be-
come your property at
the lowe st prices such
sterling qua tiles have
ever been parted WI tn
from our estab ishment.
and you are in a posi-
ton to sell your shoe
customers shoes for less
than the cost to make.
Very truly yours,
Flei shman, Norris & Co.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24

producers have been unable 10 sell their
articles because the would-be purchasers
lacked the necessary funds.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-24
From THE NORTHERN NECK.

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