The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-02-28
VIRGINIANS IN DURHAM
THEY Fill A NUMBER OF PLACES
~ the TOUN.
The Old Dominion Makes Good Showing
In Positions of Honor and Trust
in All Walks of Life.

DURHAM, y. c., Feb. 2l.-SpeciaL-lt
IS reported that more than hfty years ago
a prominent statesman said: "Nirginians
know each other by the instinct Of gem
tlemen.' However tkis may be. it is GER
tain they recognize each other wherever
they meet by that same occult process
which enables the mother to know her
long-lost offspring without being able to
tell why. The following list will give
some idea Of the Virginians in Durham
and the important part they play in her
affairs.
REV. W. c. TYREE.
The popular and learned pastor Of the
First Baptist church, Rev ". c. Tyree.
has hllcd that pulpit for five years. bring
ing many additions TO the church roll.
Mr. Tyree was born IN the county OF Hall
fax, and spent his early years there.
John y. Robinson, for eight years the
owner and editor Of the Durham Daily
sun, IS son Of Orange county. Since he
has been here numerous papers have
started and suspended. bur II appears
that, Ike the brook. Jim Robinson VIII
dow on forever"
CHIEF OF POLICE.
Captain l.. l.. Pamplin. chief Of police
for North Durham, and outside general
manager Of the Brodie l.. Duke estate.
halls from the county Of Nelson. where
he was born and spent his early youth.
After taking prominent part IN The
building OF the Lynchburg and Durham
railroad, now a part or the Norfolk and
Western system, he settled here some
seven years ago. and al once occupied
positions Of trust and honor as he does
to-day.
Next I'm public Importance is Captain
J. c. Niche, superintendent Of the Dur
ham Water Works, and also captain of
the Durham Light Infantry the only mil
itary company here. In both capacities
he has shown himself most capable and
efficient, never Sinking anything. but
meeting every emergency promptly and
openly. Captain Niche IS native of
Kockbridge county, and has been Ciu-
zen of Durham for seven or eight years.
He IS a graduate Of the Virginia Military
Institute, thorough tactlcian and civil
engineer.
H. J. BASS.
Among the tobacco men IT, j. Bass,
who came 10 Durham in $50. Is prominent
ly and popularity known as one Of the
largest exporters Of strips I'm the state,
and also as one of the most generous
hearted men IN the community. with the
manner and sense OF honor of the old-time
Nirginans, his friends are numbered by
his acquaintance. Mrs. Bass IS also
NiTginah, raised In the same school, and
much liked by those who know her The
couple have several Interesting children,
chips OF the old blocks. Mr.. Bass was
raised near Lynchburg, where he has
many relatives living.
Mr.. ". H. Smoot al one time the largest
order buyer in North Carolina. together
with his wife. daughter, Miss Willie, and
son. Otis, play no incOusplcuOus part IN
Durham business and Durham society.
For several years Miss Willie has con-
Quoted 4 music school here with such
credit 10 herself as has made her an
onvlable reputation. This family came
originally from Amherst county, but lived
IN Richmond for 2 number OF years, where
they are well known socially ana IN the
REV. A. A. PRCDEN.
From Old Chatham county came the
Rev. A. 4. Prudcn, rector cf St. Philip 8
church, 4 young divine OF broad and
liberal views. free from cant, who mixes
with his people In social enJoymcnts. ana
IS building up his church and the cause
Il Christianity on firm foundation.
on the 9th Of January. Mr. Pruden was
married In his own church 10 Miss Min
ME ogden Happier, a member Of his
congregation, and also Nirsinian by
birth. Ii was che o. the most beautiful.
impressive. and largely attended nupr1al
ceremonies ever held IN Durham.
The cmee book-keeper Ct the w. Duke
Sons branch OF the American Tobacco
Company. ~. man whose services are
said 10 be Indispensable 10 the great busi-
ness. is "Chos." NJ. Hutchns. OF Dam
this responsible position, his accounts
involving millions Of dollars yearly While
an exceedingly hard worker. Mr.. Hutch
ms finds occasional time tc spend with
his numerous friends. who much ENJOY
his quaint humor. in which he frequently
shows his supreme contempt for anything
little in a man claiming 10 be gen
teman. lie has a wife and several IN
teresting children. and their association
is with the best people Of Durham.
w. 4. WILLIAMS.
The freight agent of the Norfolk ana
Western road Is from Near Roanoke,
Va. Before he had been citizen nero
three years, very Unexpectedly 70 him
self Mr.. williams was made chief or
police. and filed out his term CT oincs
with entire satisfaction. An election
having taken place. the otner tacl on
got control OF town affairs. ana MT. WIZ
liams was defeated. His card announc
ing his candidacy was unique: III you
are satisfied that | nave done my outy
and will continue 10 do II. ! shall be glad
IN have Your votes. Otherwise. | don
want them" After leaving the police
force. three years ago. Mr. Williams
went 10 the Norfolk and Western depot,
where he is to-day. a. faithful. trusted:
and efficient agent. He Is married
man. with two young children.
There are other prominent VHSinians
here OF whom l will write.