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Richmond planet., 1897-10-30
A TRUE
REFORMER
SPEAKS.
The Treatment of Broth
er BurreII.
THAT ANNUAL REPORT.
Trouble in the Past Officers
Council.
THE QUESTION OF PER
CENTAGES.
Rev. Browne Gave His Case
Away.
OOLORED MEN NOT TO PRINT THE
ORDERS MINUTES.
A Plea for Harmony.
Hon. JOIN MITCHELL, JR.,

Hon JOHN MITCHELL, JR.,
Dear Sir:-I ask the privilege for
little space in your paper for the pur-
pose of saying few words concerning
the great controversy between Rev
w. w. Browne and yourself
It is to be regretted that another
fight should be started just now. We
do not see where any good can be ac-
complished and furthermore the True
Reformers are not in any condition to
fight outsiders as that was plainly
demonstrated at the last Annual Ses-
sion.
A DIsGRAoEFUL PROCEEDING.
Thinkof the attempt made by Rev.
w. w. Browne to dethrone, in fact,
kick out Of office, the gentleman who
has stuck Co him (Browne) through
thick and thin, times when all Others
had forsaken him. Yes, Mr.. w. p
Burrell has been Mr.. Brownies chief
pillar for the last sixteen years, and
now he is to receive his reward by be-
| ing kicked out of position which he
has Justly meri'ed. Why a? Because
his annual report was not compiled &C
| suit the Grand Worthy Masters taste
/ and because he decided to take a man.
| ly position and not be led by the nose
| "a heretofore. I'm union there il
strength" IA house divided agAins
itself shall surely fall
THAT HOUSE, WHICH is DIVIDED.
How can they afford to fight outsid-
ers. when the two chic: officers hav'
locked horns," and from the way th'
delegates rallied around brother Bur
rell we think that brother Browne i
losing strength.
Since the Grand Sitting we have beer
reliably informed that there has beel
a general Misunderstanding between
one of the messengers and the Chief o
Richmond Division concerning a Ger
tain amount of percentage which tn
messenger claimed, but it seems as
some one else grabbed" it. Well. tn
matter was to have been settled at tn
last Past Officers Council, but it wa
put of. The cry was that We can no
afford to let things leak out as job
Mitchell will get it. and there will b
more trouble on hand, and we ha
better seal this thing up, don't some
!. thing is going to drop and it will b
heard as far north as Philadelphia"
BROTHER BROWNE FURNIsHED ANMUN
TION.
/ So much for that and then comes
! a man with an article, who has bee
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30
HALF-VOTB FOR THE DEMOCRATIC
NOMINEES.
This Is What the OOlOred Followers Of
Brady -BOwden-W W addill- -Allen-Agnew
Advise at the DictatiOn of the Bosses.

A circular has been issued advising
coleEed voters not to support the Re-
publican State Ticket.
1t is an open attack upon Col. Pat
rick H. McCaull, Hon. o. b. Roller and
Col James Lyons.
The circular is signed by
A. w. Harris, T. @. Waller,
r. NJ. Smith, G. w. Harri 8,
Matt N. Lewis, James H. Hayes, Esq.
w II G. Brown. Esq JAS I Mitchell,
w. @. Singleton, E. d. Bland
Willis NJ. Carter,
This is open support of the Demo.
cratic nominees by persons claiming
to be Republicans.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30
Paul Davis Does Not Appear. The Girl
Fails to Testify.
A PLAIN CASE or PERJURY THE AGE IN EVIL
DENCE. .-CORAS AFFIDAVIT
SHE WAS TO HAVE MARRIED THE COLORED
YOUTH.-ONE OF THE MOST REMARKA-
BILE CASES IN CRIMINAL ANNALS
VOL. XIV. NO. 40.

THE LAW. Code of Virginia Section 3671-" If
person maciously shoot stab wound any
or by any means him bodily injury with intent to
otherwise provided be punished by confinement in the Pen
tentiary not less than than years such
act be done unawuy but malciousy with the intent
aforesaid the offender SHALL the discretion of the jury be
confined i'll the peniteniary not less than than
five years. be confined Jail exceeding twelve months
and fined not exceeding five hundred dollars"
THE ADMISSION OF GUILT.
Carlos A. Twichel: "I shot him"
His Counsel We admit that done with that pistol
VERDICT OF THE JURY
"We the jury find the prisoner not guilty"
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30
Special Notice.

All Sir Knight Captains of Uniform
Rank of this city are hereby notified TO
appoint committee of two on the en-
tertainment of January 1, '98 and
send names and address to
JOHN MITCHELL, JR.,
Brigadier General,
Uniform Rank, K of P Va.
3ll North 4th st i, Richmond, Va.
All Chancellor Commanders of lodges
will act in accordance with foregoing
notice. Also all Worthy Counsellor of
Courts OF Ca1anthe.
NoMAD.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

Carlos A. Twichell (white) resident
of Henrico County, charged with
shooting Paul Davis (co!ored) OF the
same county, with purpose to MAIN,
disfgure and kill was tried in the
Hastings Court OF this city, Wednes-
day, October 9th. and acquitt ed. Com
monwealth's Attorney Richardson ap-
peAred for the prosecution and ex-
Commemorative Attorney II. NJ
Smith, Jr., fer the defense. The jury
was out only three minutes.
THE SCENE IN THE COURT ROOM.
The scene in the courtroom was in a
measure picturesque. Judge 8. B.
Witt presided. Carlos A. TwicheQ sat
to the left of his counsel while at his
side was his wife. daughter and child.
From time to time he would take the
little one in his arms
Commonwealth Attorney Richard
son asked that the witness be separat-
ed. He announced to the court that in
as much as Attorney George W. Thorn
as, counsel for Paul Davis had inform
ed him that if his client was brought
into court as a witness. he would not
permit him to testify, he had decided
1t Was needless to have have him
brought into court, and would with
the courts permission proceed with
the trial without him.
THE GIRL IN QUESTION.
Cora Twichell, the Is year old girl
whose infatuation for the colored
youth had brought SO much trouble to
herself, people and Davis sat at the
side of her father. She is rather q
comely girl of the brunette type, and
bears little, if any resemblance to he1
father.
Deputy Sergeant Fernsyhough
brought in the revolver, with which
the crime was committed, A. tag was
attached thereto.
DR.. Croxton testified as follows:
] am physician to the county Jail.
was sent for at the time DAVIS wal
shot. went down and saw this man
Iopened his clothes. He had q wound
one inch above the navel and little t.
the right.
THE DANGEROUS WOUND.
Drobed the wound and found tha
the ball had entered the cavity of tn
abdomen.
Davis suffered from the shock AT
ter found that the ball had entere
the cavity of the abdomen, l did no
probe any further. l think it was In
fiicted with some fre-arm, pistol O
something of the kind.
1t appeared 10 be bullet wound
Mr. SMITH We admit it was made wit
the pistol.
did not extract the bullet. Th
condition of the man at present
good. and he has apparently recovered
HIS CONDITION WAS CRITICAL.
His condition for 15 days was 81
ceedingly critical. heard the pist
fire that day heard it once-on
once. looked out of the windOV
did not see the firing l saw the ~
cused that day after the firing. l ms
have seen him before, but cann
say.
/ examined the girl and found ol
her condition. told her she was pre-
nant
Deputy Voegler testified Il am de
uty sheriff OF Henrico County. l q
in charge OF the jnil very often.
think it was on the 18th Of Januar
was in the courtroom. / went
the front office. l met Mr.. Fuse
He started to shut the door and to'
Davis.
THE woULD-BE MURDERER.
Davis thought he had to 60 arour
70 the front door. but ! carried him
at the side door. A. he started arouI
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

Royal Lodge, Number % held an ex-
cellent meeting last Wednesday night,
with an excellent attendance. 1heY
have started out under good auspices
The have procured books on the most
improved plan and success seems to be
ahead. Sir W. Henry Jones of Planet
Lodge was present and made : few
remarks.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30
benefits derived is fully worth the trou

The meeting of Unity Lodge No. "a,
was held on Friday night, the 22nd
inst. The attendance was somewhat
slim, but there were about a dozen
visitors present. We noticed one Sir
several from Planet, No. %. The busi-
ness which lasted only short while
was conducted in the most intelligent
way. After the adjournment a smoker
was had and enjoyment reigned su-
preme The Chancellor Commander
was master of ceremonies and an up
TO date one he proved TO be. Improm
tn speeches we're made by Deputy
Grand Chancellor Thomas w. Mitch
ell, Past Chancellor Robert Justis.
Jr Lieut.. Junius A. Smith, and Grand
Keeper OF Records and Seal Thomas
Al. Urump. Long live Unity.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

REED-BRowN-The marriage of Mr..
Edward Reed of Fulton and Mrs. Sa-
rah J. Brown OF Chnrchhill took place
October IA, 1897, at the residence of the
bride, 30l6 NJ street, Richmond, Va /,
Rev. Evans Payne performed the cere-
mony. The happy couple received
many useful and handsome presents.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

In the question of the election or
selection of officers for q new lodge
very grave errors are made in the per-
sons who are Civ n the positions of inn
portance and trust. This should not
be as the lodge may be in it's infancy
and may never recover from the shock.
The deputy should not in his earger-
ness to form the lodge prom Use posi-
tions to persons who have not the abilI-
ty to ill them but select such persons
as can be recommended for the posi-
tions after the duties of said position
shall have been explained.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30
PYPHIAN NOTES.

Eureka ard Planet Companies as
sembled at the Masonic Hall on Thurs
day night, the 2lst inst After the
regular routine business of Eureka
Company. an hours drill was had with
excellent results.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

Virginia Lodge, No. 8 met Monday
night. The attendance was good not
wiihstsnding the inclemency Of the
weather.
A number Of visitors were present and
were welcomed. After the routine
of business six candidates were initia-
ted and the work was done with the
greatest ease. at the conclusion of
work refreshments were served. We
are glad to see that the lodges are all
on the increase,
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

The progress being made by the
Courts surpasses the expectation Of ali
concerned. There are many more yet
10 be established and the ladies Of TINS
city should make an effort to become
connected with some of them, The
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30
RICHMOND. VIRGINIA. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1897

sidence on October 28rd, Rev w. w.
Christie officiating and preaching a
most sympathetic sermon. His re-
mains WAS buried in the family ceme-
tary on the premises.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

Grand Chancellor John Mitchell, Jr..
of the Grand Lodge of Virginia, has
been invited to deliver an address be-
fore the Grand Lodge of New Jersey
at West Asbury Park, Thursday even
ing, November 4th, The reception will
be given by Olive Branch Lodge, No.
IL, assisted by Agatha Court of Ca
lanthe, Number 8. Music will be fur
nished by Prof. F. A. Hyson's orches-
ira.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

Excelsior Court met Monday even
ing. Notwithstanding the inclemency
OF the weather few were brave
enough to come out. The attendance ce
was fair.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

Miss Jamie Walker OF Wilmington,
N. c., who has been visiting friends in
Portsmouth, Va, is in the city visiting
her brother and friends At l1l8 st
Paul st,
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

Among the important officers of a
lodge is the NJ. of +. He should be a
painstaking, accurate book-keeper and
fair penman. It is not simply enough
to go TO the meetings of the lodge regu
larly and pnDctually, but keep the ac-
counts in such way az TO be beyond
dispute Do all in your power TO urge
those (who by negligence allow them
selves to get in arrears) keep square
with the books, as it is not good plan
TO keep on waters edge all the while.
You should remember that nothing
happens until you become nonfinancial.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30
Two Good Things.

'77' for Grip and Colds; Number 10
or Dyspepsia, Indigestion and Weak
Stomach 25S, at all druggists.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

At the meeting OF Blooming Lily
Lodge held on Tuesday night, IL were
permitted to listen to the unfolding of
the mysteries of Pythianism.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

The fair now going on at the Mason
ic Temple under the auspices of Myrtle
Court 1. o. OF Calanthe, of Norfolk
will be continued month. Remember
that Pythian uniform and the bicycle.
The best wins, no favorite. PatroEize
the far and help yourselves and the
ladies.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

Unity Court met Thursday, October
2lst, with full house, at 4 O'Clock
sharp. Opened by Grand Worthy
Counselor John Mitchell, Jr, and
transacted much business of impor-
tance. Sister Sylvia Mitchell Of Sylvia
Court, Grand Lecturer, gave an excel
lent talk. Sister Jones of Planet Court
gave an excellent talk, also Rev. j. HI.
Brice, Chancellor Commander of Uni
ty Lodge made some very appropriate
remarks, hoping the sisters may come
again and encourage us on the road.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

Anna Eureka Court meets Tuesday
evening, November End.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

With the steady increase the order
will in short lead the secret organiza-
tions of the city numerically. The ma
terial is first class as we take no other.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

Richmond Lodge. Number 1, and
Planet Lodge Number %, meet Mon
day night, November l.
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

saw them bringing Davis to the
courthouse and was there. bv-
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30

Davis thought he had to 60 around
70 the front door. but carried him in
at the side door. A. be started around
Richmond planet., 1897-10-30
Second Baptist Church,
Come EARLY.
By REV. z. D. LEWIS
All are Invited.
ANNUAL ADDRESS,

members of the Ladies Auxiliary requested be present Music
by SECOND BAPT CHURCH CHOIR Taylor leader
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-22
The Coming Woman

Who goes to the club while her hus-
band tends the baby, as well as the
good old-fashioned woman who looks
after her home, will both at times get
run down in health. They will be
troubled with loss of appetite, head
aches, sleeplessness, fainting or dizzy
spells. The most wonderful remedy
for these women is Electric Bitters.
Thousands of sufferers from Lame Back
and Weak Kidneys rise up and call 1t
blessed. 1t is the medicine for women.
Female complaints and Nervous
troubles of all kinds are soon relieved
by the use of Electric Bitters. Delicate
women should keep this remedy
on hand to build up the system. only
soc. per bottle. For sale at E. l.. A.
lep's Drug Store.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-22
CHRISTMAS

The dear word-Christmas-mar.
shals legions of precious memories out
from the past end crowns the future
with halo of golden, CHEEKY promises.
Out from the shadows come the festive
times when Santa Claus was verify,
when on awaking stockings filled to
bursting greeted the eye, and at even
tide the flashing Christmas tree fairly
laughed its satisfaction at the joyous
gIadness it was diffusing all around.
Day of the children An ipfantile
laugh is the divinest of songs in the ear
of Christ, who was once helpless babe,
His only shelter a mothers loving
breast. The Man Christ took little
ones in his arms and blessed them, de-
claring that all must be as they in trust
and innocence, if they would be heirs
TO His everlasting kingdom.
Day of home bringing and home
gathering, when loved ones meet and
u iselfishIy live in the pleasure OF each
O her. Tender affection bauishes sell
O I'd man lives in touch with his fellow,
gjori6ed of the divine hsnediction of
love. He is Dearest to the divinity who
gets farthest from self sna The
gifts of Christmas tide or so mary
pledges of disiDterested esteem for the
recipients. A Time is this when care
cclIs away like scroll in the fire, and
mjrth and good will become the all
oervadpg genii of the household.
Love aud joy cross the threshold ard
Kiss one another, as they pronounce a
blessing upon all beneath The rcoi.
Peace covers the dear ones as O mantle.
aud gladness SO abounds that it is the
day of all days throughout tie metts
and bounds OF Christendom.
Christmas of sleigh bells and crystal
snow, Christmas of warmth and flow.
srs, for the Christ day girdles the earth
and embraces all climates aad all ma
lions, and everywhere it is day of
festive Joy and happiness-a fifth g
commemoration of the fuliillment If
The promise made by the herald Of God
IN the glowing words: Il bring you
glad tidings Of great Joy, which shall be
unto all people"
Il is peculiarly the Christ day, o
time when the beauty of His SELL
abnegating life is reflected in sub
lime mejesty. Never selfish
shadow obscured his path; His the
grandest of all epitaphs; He lived and
died that others might live forever. A
man without home, He has gladden-
ed and frightened millions of homes.
He was man Of sorrows, acquainted
with grief, yet fiom His presence an
ocean of consolation has spread out
and covered the earth with its waters
of healing. His last prayer was an in
terce ssion for His enemies, and His last
sigh breath of confidence in God.
The glory song of the herald angels
sung at the first Christmas, that paean
of praise to God and pledge of peace
to man, shall never die. The grandest
of all carols, dearest of ell angel hymns,
time has destroyed none of its sweet
ness and has preserved all OF its prom
ise. Peace and amity dwell where the
spirit of Jesus prevails, and each Christ
day is benson indeed to those who
see His face through the clouds and
the mists of mortality.
Christmas. the home day, the Christ
day May its lessons and its blessings
gladden. all hearts and make truth OF
The common salutation; "a merry
Christmas be upon you"
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AReal Catarrh Cure.

Tho 10 cent trial size of Ely's Cresm Ea m
which can be had Of the druggist is su1ilcient
70 demonstrate its great merit. send III
cents. We will mail it. Full size 90 cents.
Ceute' W. C1 PE0THEkS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-12-22

After hearing some friends continual
lv praisipg Cbamberlain's Collie, Cholera
and Diarrhea Remedy, Curtis Fleck,
of Auaheim, California, purchased
bottle of it for his own use and Is now
"a enthusiastic over its wonderful work
as anyone can be. The 25 aud 80 cent
sizes for sale by J. H. Janney, Druggist
7O1 King street.
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56 Warren Street, New York City
ELY BROTHERS,

So Warren Street, New YORK Cily.
cetarrh caused difficulty il speaking and
70 - GREAT extent loss of hearing By the
rse =. Of Ely's Cream Balm dropping of mueus
has has c cessed. voice and hearing have greatly
improved.-J. inn W. Davidson, Attorney at Law
Monmouth, III.
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.,,-.s Of life is to transmit to them an
--,rrf7gce OF natural health and hardihood.
ar. mother cannot confer health and
80 ..-s.T,! upon her offspring unless she has
=, sorie measure herself.
p-osDective mothers should know that
- pierces Favorite Prescription is sci
...;sc medicine, which gives perfect health
III Strength 10 the special organs con-
80 ii motherhood.
Ta,en early during the expectant time, it
r-.Ss, The coming of baby entirely safe and
rr9,iy painless. It insures cheerfulness
.ri recu9erative energy to the mother and
c9r,,i.ut!oual vigor to the child.
lis the only perfect and positive specific
for all weaknesses and diseases of the femi-
rine organism.
Ms Z. Forgey, of earns. Keyapaha Co..
yc5. writes: u write to you again concerning
nv is.,.t.ler. Mrs. D. Billings. She has taken
i,y, bo.,.eS OF I'avorte Prescription She
,1sgs the medicine did her world Of good.
Ste was confined the 18th of February. Was sick
IN. .hc.. time and has 10 pound daughter.
O.. l,ors nicely afterward. Looks good, COM
1-xion looks clear, and she says she never felt
20 wed.
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For Over Fifty Years

Ay OLD AND wELL-TRIED REMEDY.IMrs i
Tinslow's Soothing Syrup has boon used for
over fifty yosrs ~ millions of mothers tot not
their children while teething, with perfees
succoss, 1t soothes the child, softens the gums,
s.ys sill pain, cures wind collie, and is the Il,
best emedy for Diarrhea. Is pleasant to the ti o
tasto. Sold by Druggists in every part OF tne
world. Twenty-Five cents bottle: Its value
is incslculablo Be sure and ask for MIS-. WINS
lov'. Soothing Syrup and take no other kino.
isr1T .. dAu1U
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Mrs. Mary Bird, Harrisburg, Pa, says
"My child is worth millions to me yer l
would have lost her by group hau uot nno ~
vested twenty-five cents III DOLLY shs - co,ds
and Mnaa aiI throat an lung troubles. Charles &.
Lennon.
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vVYIeHE,T GRADE BUoKwHEAT 2lac
III per pound at 70 Mr1RuRN.
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TWO WEEKS
To Christmas.

Do you know how near Christmas is ?
Don't put off until the last moment to select
your goods, when everyone is rushing Goods
are picked over and tbe best goods are gone.
Make it point to come 10 our store; come at
night if you can't come in the day. See our
line, and let us put aside for you whatever
you may select, and then you can call for it
whenever you want it. We have splendid
line. Our new importation of Hungarian
China is the TALK OF THE TOWN. Have
you seen 1t? That BANQUET LAMP and
GLOBE for S1.75 cant be boat anywhere
Come to SEQ u. Look at cur stock snd com.
pare cur prices with those dealers who handle
China and Glass for the Christmas holidays
only. See tho windows and the plainly
marked prices and compare with other stores.
@s-sToRE OPEN EVENINGS UNTIL 10
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Tc.tcr. saIt.Rheum and Eczema.

The intense itching and smarting, incl,
dent to these diseases, isinstantly allayed1
by applying Chamberlain $ Eye anu anu
skin Ointment. Many very bad cases
have been permanently cured by IL. "
is equally efficient for itching piles anu
favorite remedy for sore nipples,
eAapped hands, chilblains, frost oltes
and chronic sore eyes. 20 cts. per Dox.
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j. A. Perkins, of Antiquity. O., was ior r
thirty years needlessly tortured by physicians
tor the cure of eczema. he was quickly cur.
ed by using DoWitts Witch Hazel save u. ,he
famous healing salve for piles and SKIN ois-
eases. Charles G.. Lennon.