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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03
To BnIy The Headless BOdy.

NEW YORK, Dec. William Gulden-
suppe Is to have a funeral Friends VIII
mourn over the poor. headless body. After
strange tragic vicissitudes the fragments
Of the body will soon be laid together III
a coffin and lowered 10 grave.
Guldensuppe was member OF the Ger
man Burial Society. This society has ap-
piled to Coroner Tuthill for PERMISSION
to bury the body Both Coroner Iuthlli
and District Attorney Youngs say since
Thorn's trial is over they see no reason
why this request should not be granted.
The headless fragments were kept on
pickle at the morgue for fear it would
he necessary TO produce them in court.
Coroner Tuthlr communicated with Mr..
Youngs to-day and formal answer will be
sent 10 the burial society.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03
tlger i Angry.

WASHINGTON. Dec. 2-Secretary AL
ger has practically completed his scath-
ing reprimand to Captain Lowering for
maltreating Private Hammond al Fort
Sheridan. Not only is Captain Coverings
conduct denounced In the strongest Ian
guage OF which the Secretary is capable,
but the court which was so lenient In its
sentence. is severely castigated and given
10 understand that the President onsid-
ers their offense against common decency
little less In degree than that OF Lover
ing This feature will cause sensation in
army circles.
The President is determined that there
shall be an end to such offenses against
ENLISTED men as in Hammond's ase, and
the regulations will be amended TO that
end.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03
GENERAL PANDO KILLED.
She O ibsns Marked Him AS q Man to
Suffer Death.

JACKSONVILLE. FLA, Dec. 2.-The
rumor OF the death OF General Pando can
not be confirmed here, but the Junta lead
ers think II very probable. especially II
he veniured into the Cuban lines. Pando
was another Weyler as 10 bloody and
cruel deeds. and was a marked man.
lie had been ordered by Gen. Blanco 70
treat with the Cuban leaders offering au-
tonomy and the Junta here states that
orders had been given to hang or shoot
him II he yentured within the Cuban
lines.
Cuoan leaders were forbidden TO hold
communication with him at any cost
Cuban leaders here think Pando tried tC
communicate with the leaders and met
his fate In that way though they have
no definite details.
In a recent letter from Cuba IL was
stated that Pando would not live Iona
10 murder more Cubans.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03
Mrs Nack'> Plea.

LONG ISLAND CITY, y. Y, Dec. .
Although District Attorney Youngs soi-
emnly assured the jury in Martin Thorn
trial that the state held Mrs. Mack equal
w guilty with Thorn, he now announces
he will accept the plea OF guilty to murder
i'm the second degree. or manslaughter IN
the first.
He says Queens county will thus escape
the cost of another murder trial, which
is an important consideration. Mrs. Mack
will be punished for her crime by impris-
onment perhaps for twenty years. FER
case will be taken IN Immediately.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03

Cases Against Prominent Men Dismissed.
Some Serving Terms.

Some Serving Terms,
BIRMINGHAM. ALA. Dec. 2-ln the
Federal Court to-day nine cases against
Major W. ii. Hunter. three against
Sandy White and six agar 81 G. c. Reed.
charged with presenting false claims
against the government were dismissed.
-Four years ago the Federal grand jury
here made sensational charges OF whole
sale frauds against the government by
Federal officials in North Alabama al
lcging that the government had been de-
frauded out OF about $4,000 by false
claims by commissioners and depuay
marshals The Treasury Department
sent two examiners to investigate.
AS result two commissioners and
eight deputy marshas were indicted.
Commissioner Robert Charleson. of At
lanta whose stealings amounted 10 500
100 Is now serving a term in the peniten-
larry. other convictions occurred but ap-
peals were taken and cases dragged
along until to-day when the last OF them
VAS finally dismissed.
All parties are prominent. Hunter was
formerly commander of the Grand Army
II the Republic in Alabama.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03

LADIES' GLOvES-Our assortment Is
most complete. every style, make ana
shading being represented. Nothing y
usually. more acceptable TO a LADY tnan
one. two, three or half a dozen pairs OF
these most necessary adiuncts OF good
dressing. Prices range $780, 49, sl5O 10
y3J0 per pair
LADIES HANDKERCHIEFS- hoh-
day assortment every price a popular one
and every quality up TO standard, aston
fishing qualities i'm absolutely all-lincn,
Irish made. fine sheer texture. at 10, lZls,
10 % and 25c. each.
Better grades. OF course. in more dainty
euects In lace and embroidered goods, az
50. G2i5. &c, Sl.OO to 500 each.
FEATHER BOAS. FURS, COLLAR,
ETvTES, ETC.-A stock OF unsurpasSch
beauty in this line. of feminine apparel .
their strength Is IN their sightliness theW
style and durability, all qualities Tor con,
sideration TO those contemplating useiui
gift making. Prices. Ss.Vv SlVvV' fi-'VV'
$500 TO 5000.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03

The defeat OF Mr.. Massey prohaniy
means his permanent retirement ~ ~.
vate life. He has filled "a large sp@Dt 'it
the political history OF Nilsihia ",,l''
tbe iast twantv years or more. Mt Mas
sev il a man Of ability. NO one nap sFN'
dsnied that he was peculiarly siIted.
FOR many years he was generally con-
coded 10 be The aolest polLedl uepd.o. ,',
the State During the heauJ ua.,. Ha' 60
was a terror 70 most OF the uhu'' "i"-
Mr.. Massey was actively engaged az "a
nre4cher before he entefeo DolitiSa.
came to the Senate away pdIA "a VIC WY,
e,"snties and the late General Mahoue
,',,f,od i'm him a man OF talent lie
made Mr. Massey his friend. ..,,. .,
THE DAYS OF THE BIG FOUR.
When Malone got control or the Leg
islature he made Massey Audltot on w
lie Accounts. IL was VIM H'i'ms 80 tb,t
nee that the two great pohucldnS OF 'ildt
nerlod fcl out and az the end or one term
( Brown Allen was elected 10 succeed
Massey .....,.... t.ohtrs tho
throne that caused the Big -Four. 10
INN against Malone and defeat the IN
iauitous legislation attempted Win a Wv
~ keening the Malone party IN power.
For his service AT that time the D1liio
Gratis amply re varded Mr.. Massey. NJ
snnnortsd him for Congressman AT larsr
in 1SS2 when ,ohn ). Wise defeated MN.
they nominated him on the ticket WIN
Fitz Lee for ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ana
elected him.
SUCCEEDED BUCHANAN.
In 1850. when Mr.. Massey's term as Leu
tenant-GovernOr Was ABOUT 10 END, III
Iohn / buchanan resigned the position or
SUPERINTENDENT OF Public Instruction. Ar
Massey did not seek to succeed MN p1 1.
~ name having been suggested day or
TWO before the caucus was 10 meet, ~
was nominated by acclamation, WIN
much enthusiasm. lie has held the POSI-
Mr. Masseys form Is now bent with age
but he still possesses much oil .ne ,sb,
-. re-election against big odds ana lost
The people of Albemarle stood ~ nun
aariv ond now he will return 20 mem 20
snend the remainder OF his days-ir'ehel55
and enemies alike hope-ln peace an"
happiness
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03
Deadlock 'ontinncs
IVES DEFEATS SUTTON
In the Billiard Tournament--schaef
Wins Over SIOssOn.

NEW YORK, Dec. Frank c. Ives and
George Sutton were pitted against each
other. to-day in the sixth game oil the
championship billiard tournament. The
score was: Ives, 200; Sutton, lao. Aver
ages-Ives, 3114; Sutton. Oh Highest run
Ives. 40: Sutton, 80. Time Of game, two
hours and FIVE minutes.
the contestants at night Each had TWO
games TO his credit, and this was the de
Gliding game of the tournament as far as
they were concerned SlOsson was an easy
winner, scoring go points TO his oppo-
nent's 2G6 Averages -Slosson, II s-4l ,
Schaefer. d 2O-41. Highest runs-Slosson
81: Schaefer G6.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03
Mr.. George VI. Helms.

The new Superintendent OF the rem
tentiory comes from Franklin county. he
ls about fifty years OF age, "a genueinli
of commanding personal appearance. '.o
charming manners For several years t'
u.os collector of internal revenue in th,
district which was finally consolidate
with the one now presided over by Ar
park Agnew Mr.. Helms is said 10 p' .
man of fine business sense He Is on o'
the most efficient Democratic Woln.t7 81
tive sunnort I'm this fight Of Congressmi
swanson. lie will go into office JanuaI.
Isl and will have the making OF soiH'
forty appointments.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03

GENTLEMEN's TIES-New FUN line ~
Christmas Neckware. The average maa
paws more attention TO his Tie Than any
thing else in wearing apparel; pretly,
stylish bit OF feckgear IL sure 20 piease
him. our assortment embraces me very
latest productions OF the best up-to-aste
makers. ali shades and colOrings Tor street.
or evening in Asootts. Puffs. reck, -FOUR
in-Hand. Clubs. Bows, and Nindsofs.
Prices: . and SOC. each.
CENT. EMEN'S n 4 ID = r * r X
CHIEFS-With an eye TO Christmas we
have added many new numbers 10 our
usually large stock. both IN linen ana
silk. 4 special (six to box IN beautlfal
quality. extra large size. fine. sheer posi-
lively all linen, at 2oc. each.
UMBRELLAS-As gift Tor a lacy Or
gentleman nothing is more elegant, more
serviceable. or likely 10 be more appre-
ciated than a nice umbrella. we haNo
them In all STYLES. qualities. OF course,
the small rolling Beau Brummei is ne
best seller. Buy good one ana We VII
nut on any initial gratis. Prices @i."'
$50. $500. $50 10 5000 each.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03
rENLIFE-sAyERs DROwyED.

Only -Four Of q Volunteer Crew Saved on
the Way 20 Rescue Work.
MARGATE. ENG, Dec. 2-7hs volun-
tser iifs.boat belonsins 70 this place cap
sized this morning on Naylnnd Rock OF
the fourteen men comprising her crew ten
VT" the Ns.ssts life boat when the accident
o<c,,rred vas a her way 70 rescue the
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03
SUCCEEDED BCCHANAN.
Pages Appointed.

Speaker Ryan last evening appoin1ite,d
the following pages for the House OF pe''
john HIrshberg. of Richmond, who Is
to act as post:t aster
John c. Goode. OF Richmond.
Thomas Rechet,s. OF Richm ond.
Edward Dashiell. OF Richmond.
Milton Morgan. OF Charlotte coh l.y.
Willie Rogers. OF Fredericksburg.
Roger Roller. OF Luray.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03
DIR. .JONEs VII SrE.lh.


The Loyal Temperance Legion OF church
hin will hold q public contest no me
Third Presbyterian church. T~eniy-siN'h
and Broad streets. Friday Might seven
juniors will recite and pretty medal VIII
he awarded the successful contestant,
which will bee decided by competent
judges.
nov DR. J. william Jones VIII deliver
an address ION the occasion. which 'r
itself Is sufficient 20 guarantee large
crowd. There will bo interesting music
hv tina Legion Choir" Tile public "a
cordially invited 20 attend.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03

being regarded as very uncertain-attest
his great popularity. IA, dis
DIR. Southall will enter upon NC as
charge of the duties of Superintendent on
the list Of January. lie VIII resign rom
srocinl nlnctlnn TO choOse his SUCCESSOR.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03

A suggestion has been made ih't ~
banquet De rendered Mayor Hooper 't
Baltimore. before h.s term H OUT W
order 90 show the 'i'H'n- '"'i'p
~ his clean. honest adm uistraton.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03
]. M. FOURQUREAN & CO.,
Successors to The Fourqurean.Prce co.,
113 East Broad Street.

With the advent of Christmas that ottme rePexng prob
m-TuE SELECTION or SUITABLE GIFTS In anticipation OF u ana IN
recognition of the many prudential buyers who take tune o inc lore
lock- in such matters we are making suggestions of the following articles
WORTH combining utility with oeauqua leS ~ " apple
ed hothh NV and the donor
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03

49,, ~ q largo vessel supposed TO be the
Pers,ar, Empire. The iife-boat was about
two miles on shore when she was over
turned
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-03
A smooth face versus rough.


The Overcoat that looks
we'll first and last; that does
Mt need watching; that gives
back its worth in wear, is
made from a smooth-faced
cloth-the kind that makes
our SIS, SIS, $40 and SIS
Overcoats.
Needn't think we talk them
because we haven't rough
faced Overcoats-none hand
somer in Richmond than ours
but they are less durable
than smooth.
Everything man or Boy
wears-clothes, hats or fur
nishings-that is, all good
kinds.
Overcoats. 500 to $500.
Suits. 500 TO $500.
Boys Suits. SlS up.
Boys Refers, s2h
Mothers, attend our spe-
cial sale to-day of Children S
Suits-marked down from
Is to so per cent
0. \. Berry 6 Co.,
Main and Tenth Streets.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-10-26
EXPORT or ELECTRICAL GOODS.
From The Boston Advertiser.


While OF course the great part OF the exports
from tho United States are made up OF agricultural
products there other forms or exports or SONS
Importance Those who are familiar with condi-
trcal machinery have been surprised Us well as
pratifed to notice the fact that the demand TOT
such goods on the part OF Europe seems to bs
steadily Increasing. 50 TINT Europe to-day In show.
ing in n very practical way rs conviction that
American electrical supplies and machinery are tho
best and the cheapest that can be secured
In a little more than half yehr tho value or me
exports Of electrical apparatn. from ne lni,ea
states has amounted to more than 900. which
represents an increase OF about s5UVp over the ny
urs for the corresponding period OF last year This
in comparlson with the increase which viii DO seen
before another year has elapsed. IS the demand Tor
American electrical supplies IL apparently growing
stronger than ever. . -,
ment FOR American electrical goods, II may be said
that single company has recently made four con-
tracts. involving n total Of E50.0o0 Another com
many has received orders for generator station at
Paris with n capacity for 600 lights for motors
with about 1000 horsepower for French iramways.
and about 1000 horsepower for German trnmways.
Still another company has received an order for
nearly nifty electric elevators for London concern
Still another company has secured single contract
for an electric lighting plant in London at n figure
OF more than $500 One Western frm took con.
purposes during the last month. and another irm
had orders for more than 10000 worth
These signs or the times are naturally encouraE-
ing to Americans. and as most o. the devices which
believe that European manufacturers are likely
TO compete successfully with the American manu-
facturers IN the near future European communities
have been strangely conservative in the matter Of
economy and tho convenience OF such appliances
are being better realized by the people Of Europe
prises ore being organized In the United Kingdom
and the Continent
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-10-26
FORT RANDALL RESERVATION OPENED.
MANY PEOPLE on HAND TO SECURE POSSESSION
OF LAND ~ SOUTH DAKOTA

MANY PEOPLE on HAND TO SECURE POSSESSION
OF LAND ~ SOUTH DAKOTA
Chamberlain s n. Oct. 25--I.org befor. daylight
this morning scores Of soldiers gathered outside
the United States Land Office. aud remained there
until the ONCE opened Tor business az o'clock
Tho occasion was the opening Of the military res
eryation. For two days intending hornesteader'
have been arriving by train ami team. In the line
this morning was woman who had come over
hundred niles 10 secure quarter section OF South
Dakota land Many OF those here 10 make entry
havo been saustters for several years on the lond
they desire and have made extensive improve
n.nts The claims Of many OF the squstters con.
Oict some tracts have two or three claimants aho
conrests viii to determine VINO has the
right 20 such tracts. .u... -,
rho Fort Randall Reservation was established by
Executive order June 16 1850 A military post was
e.fa hlished there in 1854 The post vas abandoned
and an Executive order OF October 20. lso3. placed
Tho reservation under the control OF the interior
Dsnartm.nt FOR disposal under the Homestead law;
The reservation contains more than one hundrea
thousand acres a portion OF which lies In south
Dakota tho remainder IN Nebraska Ins part IN
,hts state was opened TO settlement to-day, For
merly Fort Randall the handsomest ana gay
sst Of frontier military posts ana pIayeo an I'M
nor,ont nsure IN the early history OF DAKOTA.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-10-26
PLATr AND THE REGENTS.
HIS APPOINTMENT OF TAMMANY EDITOR FOR
SERVICES NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. WITH
DUCHESS COUNTY SCHOOLS.

DUCHESS COUNTY SCHOOLS.
To the Editor Of This Tribune.
Sir: Has SUFFICIENT attention been called 10 the
quality OF Mr.. Patts partsanship? II seems that
when he appointed the last Regent or the lniver-
s,ty through the Legislature he chose an editor OF
a paper then considered Democratic 1t IS no cri.i-
cism Of this gentleman. perhaps. that he was tho
nominee but that the appointment was made be-
cause THE New York Sun" championed Mr. Plat.
40 successfully against a worther nominee there
can he no question. 1t Is worthy OF note that It
wa. made by the enormous majority Of the Repub-
ucans In the Legislature. Word had been sent to
Mr. Platt previously that a certain body OF educa-
,,onal men had a nominee for the Regency. He re-
snonded suavely that he would be glad 10 consider
their nomination II the position were net wanted by
= gentleman who had done large service In the cam
paien. The result the election OF an editor OF
THE Sun"
In calling attention to this matter IL may be
worth while TO notice how far Mr.. Platt's interest
extends In the educational concerns OF the state.
when the New-York Law School was carrying on
nc Its ssmp sna aSSs q the state Mr. Pa
SON appeared before the Lesisature as the counsel
stiles, and Illustrated any hing but courteous or
truthful spirit in dssn wS S , s ne .v sp
NJ his father was sure TO have an undue influence:
There nd
tlon: but the majority OF ps were evidently open
In the recent appointment OF school enumerators
g., n,tcbess Coun,y list was sent down from Al
bany 10 Duchess County. There has been a
notorious division among the Republican bosses OF
,bis ds,riet The story Is told among politicians
that the lis: which had been approysd by me supsr-
hanv by the local boss who represents the Plat
sentiment in the State and that at once the former
acrentable 10 the local boss was appointed
strictly partisan basis. II may be OF nse for the
Sa,,cat,orai interests OF Greater Ncw-York TO note
thst n ia not only upon corporations that Mr. Piatt
ia ss,t,ns his hand. but that he Is interfering with
6ecent conduct OF even the educational interests
a, tho neople DUTCHESS.
" Nem 1'ork Oct %. 1897.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-10-26
yocaL BUSINESS COMPLICATIONS.

I,s,,ce Russell Il the Supreme Court. has APP
ro,rted John J. Breen receiver OF the assets Of the
rrr, NJ Bode & DAILY. who carried on a Kneipp cure
establishments swimming school and sani.arium at
NJ oand East Forty-hfth-st.. In a suit brought
nv Patrick II. J. Daly against Or. Carl A. Bode for
dissolution OF the partnership and an accounting.
RI. partnership was formed on December 10. 1895.
w. Dslv Gays that Dr. Bode has withheld all
,,orsv received from the conduct OF the waer-cure
,onortrent since last May. and that he refuses to
shou tho books A Judgment was obtained against
,ho Arm, last month for $:.o61 for rent. and the
cn.,,c took charge OF the place
,m.,ioa pryor Of the Supreme Court has APP
,,o,ntea +. De Lyle Smith receiver for f. De
ppranreIeer & CO.. a limited corporation. dealing
nnoissaIe IA wines at No. 50 Beaver-st on the
~, nt Anderson. Judgment creditor. for IS, 74S
~ Il sa, i, wholly insolven tina, the receiver
~. III, axe onl, doubtful and bad accounts. and
ma, T # is doubtful II amy can be collected
'' nanu,v sheriff Lipsky received an attachment
DspIt,v AGAINST the STANDARD Cotton Mills. Of
S.,h "a roiina from Sullivan & Cromwell. for
sous ssousu IN favor Of Frederick f. Guy OF an as
s;I--n,sd claim from Carey. Bsyne & Smith. OF this
si is ~, baltimore who were the factors for the
mills FOR advances * was se'''u on o'sso
commission nercnant- ne'e ....r., ,.....rs.,,
.S JunsM Max Xhiss Frederick J. Ahes and Emma
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-10-26
r4TrPS THAT RENEW HEALTH.

rh. ADVICE given by the distinguished president
=, IN. National Board OF Health. Or. James L.
Cabell. concerning the waters from tina Buffalo
I,,h,a Springs. OF Virginia. IL significant OF the
h,sad,h OF medical practice. When DR. 'obell said
buffalo Lithia Water should re recognized ana
.,h.a nv the profession as an article Of ma
". ,,.a,ca he only gave his own weishty In
sn,sau.nt TO a practice that has been pursued by
nSy,Icans all over the civilized worl..
p. ~ vide range OF diseases for which Buffalo
,,,h,, water is now prescribed Is set forth In
,,a, s.scrbinc their use In practice. The anay
poonIu, i n H. Professor william r. Tonry. OF the
Maryland institute sa0rs ,s sn0% Wnsr. the Of Pro
POI tIo nr,nps give the physician exact data upon
Which escrbog the "a ss. m tH snnan
Rsnn nhvsicians appear IN connection with re-
ports upon the value Of tho wasfrs TINS hts
wo'S \" No. ara Interested In their health II Will
SSyy amt free upon application TO Thomas r Goode
fuffalo LithR Springs. va.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-10-26
Brooklyn. October q. 1897
WHO ARE THE sMAsHERs:

To the Editor OF The Tribune.
Sir: am a Republican 81 the Republicans
beSan carly Too young then TO vote ! was
deeply Interested spectator at the unprecedented
Harrison continental rally on Boston Common and
Bunker Hi September TO- $40. Republican at
heart loag before the Republican party was born
no, only dyed In the wool" but dyed In the skin,
before the wool had started 20 grow. hay" always
without exception voted tho Republican ticket. both
National and local Yet. strangely enough. II had
never occurred 10 me unit! sorno Of our eloquent
campaign orators eaii so. that would not DO just
as good a Republican as aver. should vote TOT
Mr.. Low. $780, 1870.
they say. When did he begin There was no
was nominated Tho CITIZENS Union scs i's trip
hammer going not TO smash anything or anybody.
but with al who were like-n.ntod 20 forge he hes;
government they could for the nsw city After the
hammer has got we'll a-gong somebody comes
along and gets General Tracy 10 put his hands
with his own, under the hammer TO keep IL from
coming down too hard on tho anvil IL they get
their hands hvrt or even smashed. whose 'au!t
81 II? 49,. , 49,. 4,
How can YOU smash anything unless there ~
Arst something 10 smash, Mr. Low could no; pos
sibly have set out 10 smash" General Tracy. FOR
General Tracy wasn't Their" 10 smash MI. Low
was there and General Tracy then set OUT 10
smash" him The only question IN: VIII oeneraI
Tracy consult his nobler and truer sell and stop
30 late begun and a-round-ruinous a buti-
ness? - ADDISoN bHbhA"P'