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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23
rorrrrc1L Nrws ~ GossIr.
This = the last Day of Registration-The
Newnnrf New. District Contest.

This = the last Day oi heEisif@U"h-ih ~
Newport News District Contest.
This ie tho last dav for registration.
The REGISTRARS viii be - The polling
places and those who fail 90 get their
names ON the books will not be allowed
20 vote ON November 2d.
Hon. Edward Fchols and Major F. X.
I.aesiter visited Democratic headquarters
Yesterday and CAV. cheering reports TO
Secretary Button.
Among Mr. Buttons other callers were
Mr.. Charles Reynolds. Of Newport News
and Mr.. H. b. Warren. Of James cry.
Roth Of these gentlemen reside IN the
House District. where Hon. T. +. Power
is the Democratic nominee and ReVerly
Stewart is the candidate Of the lamb
faction. and p C.. Corrigan tcolored).
the Rowdcn candidate. Mcssrs Reynolds
and Warren said there was no doubt OF
tho election Of Mr.. Powell.
Hon. w T. Rcddv has been invited 10
make "a speech to the Democrats OF New
rort News next Tuesday night. lie VIII
accept. II is probable that Hon. =. {.
Folkcs viii also address the same meet
Nr Echols LETT the city last night and
will speak az Wavcrly to-day.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23
neIrem Hnme fnr the Aged

A meeting was held Thursday night at
the residence Of Mr.. Albert Greentroe in
the interests OF the Hebrew Home FOR the
Aged and Inhrm. with Mr. Henry 5.
Hutzler. chairman. and Mr.. Isaac Held.
secretary and treasurer, recording.
The committee, with DR.. Calisch as
chairman. is considering plans for the
opening Of the Home.
Mr. NJ. h. Marcus was elected 10 MI
the vacancy on the Board OF Directors.
caused bv the death OF Mr.. y. ". Nelson.
Mrs Israel stern and Mr.. II. Blake
were elected life members. and seven
annual members were also elected.
The committee will probably submit
plans at an adjourned meeting in De-
cember. and the Home viii very likely
be opened shortly afterwards.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23

In connection with the trouble ln me
Grounds and Buildings Committee Ihurs-
day night. Mr. Rountree yesterday relte-
rated the statement that he would no
longer serve on that body.
Il shall ask the President OF tho Com
mon Council 20 relieve me from any
further duty on the Grounds and Build
ings Committee he said.
Il have become convinced that certain 81
the members are determined 10 ohstruct
measures designed 20 benefit the city, and
for that reason 1 shall Withdraw
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23

The Secretary OF the Commonwealth
through his chief clerk, Mr.. j. q. Han
kns. is sending out the abstracts 10 the
various county and city boards OF cleo
ton, which VIII have 10 be used ia certi-
flying % the votes that will be- cast az the
election that Will take place IA this STAKE
on Tuesday. November "a.
These abstracts will be returned In due
time To the Secretary OF the Common
wealth and the votes cast for Governor.
Lieutenant Governor and Attorney Gen
eral viii be canvassed by the Board or
tate Canvassers. while the votes for State
Senate and the House OF Delegates Will
be canvassed by the General Assembly
in joint session.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23

Tuesday commences at the Academy Of
Music this morning. Ills engagement
VIII. from pres 40 indications be one OF
the most successful the tragedian has
ever experienced in this city
on Monday evening and Tuesday after
noon he will present his latest play
1.-THE Man I'm Black a dramatiZation OF
Stanley Weyman's famous novel II is
play with a dual role-a young chovalicr
who IS transformed into an old. misery
wretch by a blow from sword IN me
hands Of his bitterest enemy. The play
ia strongly Favored with the delightful
weirdness Of DR.. Jckyll and Mr. Hyde,
although its theme is much different
The play affords Dir. Whiteside unusual
opportunities. and he Is credited with
making il his master effort.
Hamlet VII be the bill for Tucsd1y
evening.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23

United states Deputy Marshal Janney
Peasants left Richmond yesterday morn
Ing having In his custody James Derrico.
auds Jas. Lewis. alias Jas Dagger tne
negro convicted or passing eounterfeit
money.
Mr.. Peasants will take the man 10 tho
United States penitentlary az columbus.
ONO. where be Will serve ave years ior
his crime.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23
ur Sehut,e'. Good Narksmanship.

The outing Of St Mary's Beneficial ana
Social Society. Thursday az Mr.. chaiie7
MiddendCrrs farm in Chesterfield was Il
most enjoyable AFFAIR. A large number OF
members were in the party.
Refreshments ir abundance were served
and an oyster bake was greatly enjoyed
The annual target practice took place M
the afternoon and some good shooting
was done.
Mr.. Ben Schultz won the association
medal making 2S out Of q possible 80.
Mr. Pas Keller took the handsome pipe
on o points and Mr.. John Nonderioehr
got the pocket knife for third place on u.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23

The delay 10 the Southern morning mail
trains is causing much trouble 10 Rich
mOnd business men.
The reason OF the delay Is that the
trains require from one 10 two hours 20
pass the quarantine in force at Mont
gomery. Ala, where the yellow fever has
appeared.
The mail has 10 De submitted 20 thor
ough disinfcctiOn before being allowed 20
proceed
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23
REmorrSG rHEIe FAcroRr.
Charles -. Larus a Brother Decline to Ke-
new Their Contract for Convict Labor.

new Their Contract FOR Convict Labor.
Messrs. Charles -. Larus d Bro., Who
have for several years operated a tobacco
factory al the Virginia penitcntiary are
moving their establishment 10 four
story building on Twenty-nrst near cary.
This nrm decided some time ago not 10
renew its contract with the Common
wealth Of Virginia for the hire Of con-
vicis THE contract expired "a the nth
Of this month. and Messrs Larus a Bro.
have until the 10th of November 90 fe-
move their machinery and other factory
equipment.
1he convicts imcd by the firm are en-
bl0yod 60 assist in the work OF rsmoNg..
Alessrs. Larus s. Bro. worked about nine
I, convicts IN tteir factory. rlcse men
VIII now. 10 b. ut dcrsto0d, be put to woi'
iu the shoe fI' Or
II Is said ;he tobacco manufacturers
have long been dissatisfied with u cir
contract with the State, and roJoi ed
when their contract expired.
1ae firms nfw factory will now tutnifh
work j. etc number Of people Who
are ont OF e.. iCymcnt.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23

Mr.. John s. Bethel said last nieht h.
would moi take charge of the office of
Collector of Customs until the first OF
next month.
lie expects TO receive all the necessary
naners from washington to-day but has
about made no his mind that he Will not
enter upon the charge OF his new dutiss
until the first Of November. Mr.. Bethets
bond has been approved
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23

A special meeting Of fhe stockholders Of
the Richmond Perpetual Building. Loan
and Trust Company was held yesterday
afternoon and another sale OF real estate
belonging 20 the company was authorized
At this sale only stockholders VIII b
eligible 10 bid aud the purchase price Will
be paid in stock Of the comrany.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23
The Cnrnirnl of Nations.

TIE Carnival Of Nations for the benefit
OF the Home for Incurables opens on the
night Of November Slh, at the Regimentai
Armory.
The Board OF Lady Managers OF the
Home. who have the carnival I'm charge
earnestly solicit assistance from all who
have the good OF the institution al heart
and invite anyone who can help in any
way 10 meet with them next Wednesday
al n o'clock az the Young Mems Christian
Association TO discuss plans
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23

Decision in a Big suit--Other Cases in the
United states Court.

ABINGDON. VA, oct. 22-Special-
The case Of the Holmc7 heirs Of Balt-
more against Josephus GRABBED, Of Lee
county in eiectment resulted to-day in the
United States Court In a verdict for the
defendant. The land In controversy Is
valuable.
The court is now trying the ejectment
case Of X. l.. Brown. Jr.. against II. G.
Charles. ct al involving title to 2.4o0 acres
OF cord and lumber land in Buchanan
county.
Next Monday the second trial OF the
great case OF Chapman against the Vel
low Poplar Lumber Company. OF Ohio.
viii be commenced.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23

Rev. J. NJ. stlher. ID. D.. the wonder
fully gifted divine. Is again supplying the
pulpit Of the Second Baptist church IN
the absence Of a regular pastor. the
Second church Is greatly delighted 10
have him supply again. and during the
period OF supply he will deliver a series
OF expository sermons al the evening SER
vice on Romans.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23

The Rev. Byron clar, Of Mount Wash
tneton Maryland. win occupy the pulpit
or Grace-street Presbyterian church to-
morrow morning and AZ night ar. Clark
is the gucst OF Dr. J. Han Moore during
his STAY i'm This citF.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23

The engagement OF william boh III rs
sThe Captain Of the Nonsueh' at me
,aodenv OF Music. will close with
,n.tiree this afternoon and to-night's
Tho sale OF seats for Mr.. Walker
Ehitesldos engagement on Monday and
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23
sEvENTEEY oU1 or rHIRrr-FIrE.
The Board of Pharmacy Passes on the Ex-
animation Papers.

The state Board Of Pharmacy completed
its labors yesterday morning. and after
concluding the examination OF papers
submitted by the applicants for certih-
Gates Of registered pharmacists and regis
tered assistant pharmacists the usual
amount OF routine business was trans
acted.
The following resolution WAS unani-
mously adopted
In order that the examinations OF the
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23
A Successful Revival.

The meeting al Newbrilge church will
close Sunday night The ordinance Of
haptism will be administered by the pas
tor. Rev. v. r. Collier az Greendale
Lake. Highland Springs. Sunday morning
There have been twenty-five additions 10
the church.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23

Nv speclal quest Bishop Penlck will
nreach next sunday night al ST. Marks
church n sermon on Church Music"
There will he n vested choir OF thirty-two
vo.ees-sope Of them me nnest IN the
oity. and the music viii be OF = vary bish
order,
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23

Major Hailc's Remains VIII BE Sent 60
Charleston. :. 4.

The remains of the late Major John
Halle. Who died suddenly Thursday night
have been embalmed and will be shipped
TO Charleston. $. c., upon the arrival here
of tie executors of the estate VINO have
been sent for. and who Will probably ar
rive here this evening.
The executors are Mcssrs. John Chest
nut and Scrivener Dozior, of Alachua,
Fla
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23
TSHE THE MURDERER.
4 Man Believed TO BE Edward Morrick
Arrested at BurkeVille.

The officers at Burkeville have wired
Chief-of- Police Howard that they have
"a man i'm custody there answering the
description Of Edward Morrick, the negro
who shot and killed another negro named
Jacob Cousins, on September 1oth, at
Fulton Crossing. in this city. The fugi-
tive was employed as laborer by the
G.. and -. railroad company.
A reward Of SIS is offered for the ar
rest and conviction Of the negro.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23
GU Seven Big Stores in One! GU

The concentrated and combined force of The purchasing power
Of Seven Biz Concerns creates all of Big Bargain Vaue
possible give the people Better Apparel for less money
than any other store.
The merchandise goes straight to the from the
makers avoiding mddemens apparel ScasOnable
Saple Stylish Standard Materials choicest designs
perfection i'm make and fn One under price marvel succeeds
another Glance the prices enumerated then and the
hundreds of Matce Magnetic and Marvellous Money Saving
Chances that are contained i'm all the Big Departments i'm Both
Buildings
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23

61 10 KNEE PANTS SUITS,
OA'AO made from Navy Blue
Twilled Material, all sizes to lG, ages 1
to S inclusive; made with Refer Col
lars, neatly embroidered. Big Bargain
value for One Dollar Nineteen.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23

ri 40 KNEE PANTS IS. SUITS d,,
VA'SO made from Pin Check
designs in Refers and Plain Double
Breasted Jackets. Sizes to age 10.
Pants made double seat and knee. Pat
ent Bands, Patent Buttons, TAPPED Seams
and Hip Pockets. One Eighty Nine
never captured better value in Chill
dren's Suits.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-10-23

The session Of the Grand camp OF the
sons Of Veterans had hardly peen al
3ourned yesterday morning when A r. Hi
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

tioEs, lilies of the valley, volets and
hyaclnths; order now to be in time; also
holly. mistetoe, palm leaves, Christmas
trees and decorations. VIM. Walter
Westgate, telephone 6l3. three rings. 4,
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23
CUBAN CONSERVATIVES.
They Have No Faith In Autonomy,
hut stand by General McyIer.

but SIHuu Nfyttf.
Havana, December 2l-At today's meet
ing Of the conservative party over 300
delegates. said to represent so per cent
OF the wealth Of lhe island being present,
several of the speakers insisted that the
president the Marquis OF Apzetuguia.
ehould explain his conduct and utterances
as published In the newspapers OF Madrid.
The marquis. in speech ot tYo hours
duration, satisfactorily explained matters
and denied the accuracy OF the new spapers
Published IN Mahrld. in all twenty seven
speeches were made against autonomy,
most OF the speakers agreeing that auton-
omy would not bring peace 10 the island.
as proved nv the protests Of The members
OF the Cuban 1unta at New York and the
recent death OF Lieutenant Colonel Ruiz
and FIVE other Spanish commissioners who
have been killed by the insurgents.
Senior Gwensman touched UPON he pat
rioflc sentiments Of the Spanish people.
He referred TO President McKinleys recent
message 10 congress protei Alg against
IL. alleging that Il was an offence 10 Spain.
General Weyler and the spanish army aud
holding that II indicated probable early
Intervention, warning 10 most naughty
nation which will not permit such hnmil-
iation''
Senior Cwenzman said that In unifylng
the opposing factions In the paftY thus
aYeIglng the disruption which had beer
encouraged by the reformistf. he introduced
and had passed 4 RESOLUTION EXPRESSING
confidence 10 Senor tpezieguia aud With
drawing completely from the NEGOTIATIONS.
The executive committee WAS further au-
,horized 10 cable a meRsaEe 10 General
Weyler the substance OF which WIS that
al a mass meeting OF the reunited Union
constitutional party The poliey OF his ex-
celiency WAS endorsed and tho parry as
snred the general that he had It's sup
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

FOR SALE-Dairy herd. with established
trade; VIII rent or sell barns and land /,
good garden site. half mile OF city. l..
III. Porter RoCkdale, Texas. %
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

WANTED--To sell in a good town of apN
people. nice three-chuir BARRIER shop.
as good as new, and fiN lures OF the latest
styie, also have IN connection two bath
rooms and heaters; only one other chair
In the town. will sell cheap for cash:
reason for selling, want to qlti. tn bust
less. For further Information address
X. NJ. Purdue. Caldwell. TcXas. %
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

wilkesbarre. Pa. December 2i--James
Gtiber. proprietor Of the Pullman motel at
purye. shot and killed his stcpdaughter
Caroline shafer al noon to-day They
had quarreled over money matters Griber
gave himself no. He IL IN ex-member Of
the legislature
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

FOR SALE--A Remington Typewriter,
iirst-class order; value 1856. Address w
w. Williams, Schulonburg, Texas -
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

NIULETS! NIOLETSi Put up In f.incy
boxes with violet foil and ribbon, Just
William Walter Westgatc, Telephone
elS. "
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

PLENTY OF CHOICE cut flowers tor
CHRISTMAS; fine, long -st,ynmed roses;
carnations. etc: send us your order by
phone or mail. J. u. Pruessner, Gai-
weston, Texas. Phone i96. rs
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

MY HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, silver
ware. etc. for sale very cheap; but lit
We USED suitable for holiday prcsen Is.
Room s, Telephone Quilting, corner Prai-
RE and Fanniu. %
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

I TWO ELEGANT PIANOS at ONVcr's at
| great bargains for casii II bought before
| january !. Cali soon, c. L. Oliver, liz
| Ndth. II
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23
BOARD AND ROOM WANTED.

n, ANrr.n-Three or four furnished or
rfurnjEhed rooms for lght honsekeep-
inn. or board in private family. Al.
dfess 29il, this cfnce.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23
SITUATION WANTED.

SITUATION wiANTED--I.sdy OF superior
educaiion and experiences, very fond Of
children, wishes situation as gov erness:
iirst Class wiicwer's family. no objcc-
ton. Address Mrs. f.. Schultz house.
"a
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

THREE SERVANTS want situations at
cooking chambermaid or nursing Ap-
ply 2i5 andrews street. Is
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23
FOR SALE or ExCHANGE.

"farnf,ng land IN Angelina c0unty. Texas.
IA. si.foon or drug store III any good To-
cslity Address ]. T. Scuriock, Lufkin.
rexas -
TO EXcHANGEr-For a good uprigh.
piano, standard make, fine family
der surrey and harness; all in good con
dition. Address box 81. LaGrange. Tex
u
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

WANTED--A position aa manager OF a
farm: have had twenty years expert.
ence; thoroughly understand cotton
corn and cane. Address John Patton
Luling, TeNas. 20
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23
WANTED TO RENT.

WANTED TO RENT-IIotel Of fourteen
or sixteen rooms in good live town:
no furniture needed. Address VI. H., tails
offict. 20
WANTED--To rent rooms furnished fer
Eight hous excepting. BY couple without
children: permanent IL suited. OCCUPANCY
desired BY January J. Third ward, Adj
dress 2al7. this office. %
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

MANTED--By a young lady Of refine
ncnt. position as compositor on daily
or weekly ncwspaper. three years eX-
perience; rapid, correct and steady COM
positor: recommendation II required,
Address Miss Blanche Hanna, New
iberia La &c
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

YOUNG MAN wants work inphouse, at
tend buggy or work In barberSAfTop; well
recommended Address Il. L., this office,
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

YOUNG MAN. colored good worker
wants to do some work for clothing
Address 29s5, this office %
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

YOUNG MAN of rs years wants sltua.
ton OF some kind; good habits; good
at figuiNss and fair penman. must have
wolii of some kind; condition below low
water level mark. Address b. g.. this
office. q
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23
SPECIAL NOTICES.

4 MEETTNE OF THE kHCl. DERs
and directors OF the Texas and New Or
leans Railroad company. for the pur-
nose Of electinS directors and Officer. 10
called 10 take place al the Office o. the
company in the city OF Houston, Texas.
y. Mandy The NTH day of January,
isss. & 81. scger. Secretary. l-lo.2s
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

BOOkkEEpER and stenographer of ex-
ptisence wants situations; willing TO
work: best references, Address seSi. this
office. -
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

r. RESPECTABLE MAN wants work: store.
farm or private house, w. d. MAIN,
care Y. NJ G. A. Is
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

WANTED-By married man, position col
lecting or any outside hustllng: hdve
my own horse and buggy; know the
city; reference. Address 295l. this Of.
fee %
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

WANTED--A position as stenographcr by
q young lady of experience; can give
best references. Address lai7 preston
avenue. corner Crawford. -
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

CLOTHING Position by re-
tail clothing salesman. New York and
Beaver references. win 20 anywhere in
state Address 2.i6t thisl office. 30
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23
HELP WANTED.

THE Covenant Mutual Life Association
OF Gdlesburg, H., has gained business in
Texas and Ii the United States during
THIS year, has low death rate; writes
LIBERAL policies settles death claims
promptly and pays good commissions.
Men of ability and integrity wanted as
solicitors. Address j. o. Wynn. Mama
ger, Dallas. TeXas. %
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

FOh RbNT-Three unfurnished rooms for
lighi housekeeping. Apply 800 Crawford
references. *
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-12-23

x-s Burner. saves 40
per cent Of gas. makes q large, beantlful
light and gives $50 per cent profit 10
Galesmen. General Agency CO.. IS Dear.
born street. Chicago. III