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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Space does not permit us tn na
all the bargains we have for this 80,
Give us call and you will be sa,;sa.,
that all we advertised we perform
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Harrison n. Nelson passed away at his
home on Water street Tuesday nipht
after long illness. The funeral will ~,
held. Thursday afternoon at o'clock
and the interment will be at Fairfield
the birthplace of the deceased. Friday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05
S4.e9 a Suit.

80 Suits. sizes So to ~ made from blue
and black cheviots, Guaranteed All
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Miss Hattie Wheeler of the Vickery e,
Hill publishing house is taking n month :
vacation. She will pass a portion of n
at Lake Cobbosseecontee.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

j. w. Thompson of Canton. editor of
the horse department of the Turf,
Farm and Home, was in the city, yes
terday. He will attend the races at
Pittsfield, this week
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05
JAMES Il. Leigh 4 CO.,
HALLOwEI.L, MAINE

mas for many years been the hoa Il
sportsmen and the commercial man \. =.
IN this section of the State. The 49,
but a short distance from the bsee
ponds and hunting grounds In The r
ample and the very best. The g
speaks for itself and the terms Ar
reasonable. When making pjeM
your summer outing remember ~
ernet hotel. Gao y. Clarka, ~ 80.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

crew of men is engaged in raising the
electric car track in front of the Ifuiyer-
salist church. A short time ago the
street was graded and raised and the
track is being brought to a level with it,
Inc work causes some DELAY to the cars
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Prof. Smaller Mathews and family of
Chicago arrived here, on the afternoon
express, yesterday. Prof. Mathews has
just returned from a trip to Palestine
and the Holy land. He will remain
here about a week and then go to Chi
cago, but his wife and children will
stop here for some time,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

The annual problem of having a picnic
that will suit both old and young. which
every Sunday school has to meet has
been solved by the Methodist school in
an original way. This school has cut the
Gordian knot by having two picnics one
last Tuesday at Good Will for the old
folks and another soon To follow at East
pond for the young people
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

The Boston Museum NJ E,no
o9ns mo possession of the wed,ins n a';,s
0uas ofEe IL of England to. Ms hriaa
9 nue. charlotte, presented by him 'iu s
eh a'. marriage IN I7sl. This re.h i =, !
and :, pendants. ali Of the finas e'a s band
tnteray, .lncrlsted with jewels. II has am an
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Miss Mabel Irish of Buckfield, is the
guest of Mrs. j. c. Fuller of Morrill,
avenue
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

The last regular drill Of 60. f.. was
held at the armory. Tuesday evening
The members attended ia fun dress uni
form and an inspection by Major Aionzo
York was held. Surgeon Il. J. Martin
was present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

A private dancing party will be given in
Red Mems hall. Friday evening. Aug X
in honor of Miss Christine NJ Barr Of
Miss Madge Carly.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Miss Minnie l.. Smith went to Itch
field. yesterday morning. where she will
visit for few weeks
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

About 300 members of the Congregation
al and universaist Sunday schools OF
Oakland. came up Tuesday and held a
picnic at the pines" at Norridgewock.
number came to Skowhegan and passed
a few hours.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

The journal In ON snie mt WinE's
Baxanr. Madison Avenue and
nlsO at Bixby ~ Bucks. ~ Water ST.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

The three-masted schooners r. w
Berry. T.. S. Baymore and Eiias Ross are
taking cargoes of ice at the Knicker-
booker ice houses
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05
$500 q Suit.

All this seasons production. made IN
our own work rooms with the greatest
care, and every garment warranted
None of them worth less than $l2oo,
and most of them $500. Your choice
So. 80
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Waterville horsemen are plentiful al
Pittsfield.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Mrs. b. w. White and daughter have
gone to Wellington, where they will
visit relatives.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Mrs. Archibald Campbell went to ST
John on the morning Pullman, Wednes-
day. for visit. to her old home
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Osborn l.. Reynolds went TO Water
vile. "Wednesday. and later will make a
trip into the northern part Of the state
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

A. II. Wood of FoXcroft, formerly.
driver of Hook and Ladder No. /, was
visiting friends in the city, yesterday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Mrs. A. H. Mann and daughter Miss
Josephine Mann of Brewer are the
guests of w. w. Wescott and wife of
Pleasant street
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

mrs. >. r. Lowell and daughter. Mrs.
Everett X. Day, went to the Richmond
campground. Tuesday for a brief visit.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

hot journal on the main shaft OF
the Fairfield worsted mill. yesterday
afternoon, caused a shut down at 431
o'clock, but it is expected that the mill
Will start again, this morning
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

| j. Alton Emery. a former brakeman on
the Skowhegan- Portland train. is here
for several weeks. Mr. Emery was
Obliged 10 recently undergo a surgical OPP
GRAFTON for appendicitis.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Mr.. and Mrs. ii. o. Pierce went t.
Northport. yesterday, to remain for sew
eral weeks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

The steamer castine, owned by Law
renee Newhall & Co.. which has been
employed at Good win during assembly
week, has resumed its old business OF
towing logs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

1t was a case of hauling the street de-
last evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Misses Eva and Ruth Healey are visit
ing their aunt, Mrs. George w. Diggles oil
Norrdgewock for few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

At The meeting Of the firemen Tuesday
evening, the worsted mill fire was de-
clared to be no alarm therefore, no
lines can be collected from delinquent
members.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Aldermen Wilson and Lunt don't want
the money OF the city burned" in their
section of the town but want 1t care
fully expended, so they say.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

The carpenters have quit work on the
Burleigh block in accordance with the
mandates of the court.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Prof. r. Il. Hall is on visit to his
mother in Richmond.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

j. c.. Forrest of Baltimore. Md, is Wis
iting friends in this city for a few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Mr.. and Mrs. G. r. Hall of Boston. are
vlsluing Mr.. and Mrs. William Fuller on
Academy street. for a few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Misses Gertrude Higgins and Lizzie
Mullen have returned from Good VII!
where they have been attending the as
sembly.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05
$3.50.

Sl.00.
200 Pairs Trousers. strictly All Wool
and worth $500
Our whole line Of so and rs cent caps
will go at So cents
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Mr.. and Mrs. J. Wesley Gilman of Oak
land, were in the city, yesterday, shop
ping.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Burt Pray was in his old place at the
telegraph and telephone office. Wednes-
day. He will remain at the WatervilIe
office through August.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

The logs of those famous jams at Fair
field are coming down in good numbers
and the drive will soon be ION its feet
again., reports Master Driver Clark
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

English Covert Cloths.
Black and Mixed Clay Worsteds, sold
everywhere at $1,000 to $500 II you
want a nice suit for little money, its
a chance of a lifetime.
$40. 80 Scotch Plaids and
Mixtures.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Waterville, as usual, is getting her
share of public notice. see
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Mrs. S. ID. Cheney has gone to Port
land, for few days visit with friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

win Henderson left for Greenville.
"Wednesday. on business for the Brad
street Lumber Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

A man from the outside drove in on
tnat new concrete on Silver street. yes
terday forenoon and hitched his horse RI
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Miss Elsie Honeywell of Madison
visiting friends in town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05
OAKLAND.

Miss Belle Harper of Lewiston. IL
spending a week with friends in tow H.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Miss Gladys Twitchell of South Vas.sal-
Doro, Is visiting her aunt, Mrs. l.. &.
Rice, for a few weeks
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05
HALLOWELL.

G. w. Burnham went to North Arson.
Wednesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

station Agent Herrin sold 100 tickets 10
the Good VIII farm excursion.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Harry Gilman Is building n house on his
lot on Main street He will rent the
building when 1t is completed
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Harry Osborn has returned fror, pos3
vent of little daughter. Do'
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05
Daily Eeuuehse Journal.
VAUDEVILLE.

Journal telephone number for Water.
vile Is 34.2.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Rev. Father Reardon of Worcester.
Mass, Is the guest of Rev. Father Nell-
gan of this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Walter Smell is at work for A,,ra,
Goodwin -" Amor
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05
SKOWHEGAN.


>, Henry Newell of Fairfield, was in town
Tuesday. ~" ;"
p. N. Merrill, Esq, is in Boston on le-
gal business. ="
Miss Berdina French of Cornville was
In town, Tuesday
II. II. Powers of Pittsfield. was ber,
tuesday, on business
sullivan Newton of Jackman was h...
Wednesday, on business.
Deputy Sheriff f. l.. Harding of Mad
lson, was here, Tuesday
Mr.. and Mrs. f. f. Libby of pittseo,,
visited friends here. Tuesday.
Deputy Sheriff b. r. Jones of Norr,aaa
wock' was here, Tuesday, on business.
Miss Elsie w. Walton is passing n u,aa,.
visiting friends in Bangor ana Brewer
MRS 9: r. Sampson and little son ara
ylsl.lhs friends in New Sharon. for a few
u Z. Chase. formerly of Augusta haa
been engaged as head waiter at the ~.
ELTON. e iies-
r.. r. Knowles. special agent of ~
Aetna Life Insurance Company. was ha me
Tuesday. vas mere
MISSES margaret Goodwin and Ed;,,,
rross are visiting Miss Jennie Eaton in
Fairfield, a few days. III
Lieut.. W. B. McPheters and Corn g A
rogers, represent Co. E., N. G. s.. M ~.
me second regimental team at the muster
MT ana Mrs. Charles Gilman of Wake-
field, Mass, are WISHING tho fnrr,ar, !. ake-
ents, Mr.. and Mrs. Hiram Gilman. Main
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Howard Wyer who has been spending
his vacation at home returns today to
Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

The condition of Hon. James H. Leigh
was somewhat improved. Wednesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Fred Bunker and Earl Tfbhetts will
spend few days of this week camping
out at Great pond
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

The 1870 car had 20 passengers aboard
Tuesday night. who were returning from
the band concert at Waterville.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

The Islander viii leave Halloweu. Fri.
day morning, at 80 o'clock
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

A special meeting of the city govern
ment will be held. Tuesday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Mrs. NJ W. Farr went TO Old Orchard
Wednesday, for a short visit
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

The fire engine was taken out on the
wharf Tuesday evening. and showed that
ii was in excellent order
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

street. They made the trip from Gar
diner by wheel.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Mrs Fred Miller is passing the summer
with her father in Vassalboro.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

G.. w. Files has returned from Boston
where he has been in the interest OF the
Dirigo Patriot.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

MT ana Mrs. Charles Gilman of wake-
n .' Mass, are visiting the formers par-
eHts' MT ana Mrs. Hiram Gilman, Main
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05
Shot in The Thumb.

Little Harry Connell, the 1O-years-
old son of Mrs. Annie J. II. Cornell If
Collins street. was out in the yard witt,
hisair gun, yesterday afternoon and in
some way got the thumb of his LETT
hand over the muzzle OF the rifle when
IN some wav II became discharged ami
the contents, BIB shot entered the
end Of his thumb. DR. Goodrich was
called and extracted the shot and the
niue ieiiow can go out and shoot some
thing else, today
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Charles Pray, general manager of the
Calais electric road. is spending his vaca-
ton at home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Calvin Wyer who has been spending his
vacation at home has returned To Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Misses Ethel Totman and Irene Lee are
visiting friends in Rockland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Joy now reigns among horsemen here
for there will be races here Sept. II and
IS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Lieut.. w. B. Mcpheters and Corn r.
rogers, represent Co. E., N G. S.M a.
me second regimental team at the muster
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05
$3.50 a Suit.

The balance of our Odd Suits that
We're $1,000, $1,000, $1,000. 60 suits left,
All Good Styles, not a suit in the lot
worth less than $1,000. Your choice
$500
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

ton. I'm Dos
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05
FAIRFIELD.

Miss Cora Totman is seriously 4,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Misses Margaret Goodwin and Ed;,,,
r r are visiting Miss Jennie Eaton in
Fairfield, few DAYS ~
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

~ =. Knowles. special agent Of ~
Tuesday. "'s mere
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

=. Z. Chase formerly of Augusta h,s
osen engaged as head waiter at the He's.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

mrs. T. p. Sampson and little son ara
visiting friends in New Sharon. for a few
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

=, Henry Newell of Fairfield, was in tow,
Tuesday. " ~
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

MISS Elsie W. Walton is passing n waaL
visiting friends in Bangor ana Brewar
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Deputy Sherin Il. j.. Jones of Norrdya.
"oek' was mere, Tuesday, on business
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-08-05

Misses Ethel Totman and Irene Lee are
visiting friends in Rockiand.
Calvin Wyer who has been spending his
vacation at home has returned To Boston
JOY now regns among horsemen here
for there Will be races here Sept. II and
is.
Howard Wyer who has been spending
his vacation at home, returns today to
Boston.
Charles Pray, general manager OF the
Calais electric road. is spending his vaca-
ton at home.
G.. w. Files has returned from Boston
where he has been in the interest OF the
Dirigo Patriot
Fred Bunker and Earl THbhetts will
spend a few days of this week camping
out at Great pond.
| The fire engine was taken out on the
wharf Tuesday evening. and showed that
| ii was in excellent order
Harry Gilman Is building n house on his
lot on Main street. He will rent the
| building when 1t is completed.
The 1890 car had 20 passengers aboard
Tuesday night, who were returning from
the band concert At Waterville.
Misses Gertrude Higgins and Lizzie
| Mullen have returned from Good VIII
where they have been attending the as
| sembly.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-24
CONTENTION or FARMERS
To Consider the Raising Of Sugar beets'
Mnrringe In >nntsNlXnnIn.

FREDERICKSBURG. VA. Dec. =
gpeciel-A convention OF farmers has
been called 20 mcnt here january the -,. d
10 discuss and take action, LOOKING 10 the
cultivation of sugar hf'fs boo tnit SECTION.
Judges CrOxton. Of Essex and SlmmS; CT
LOUISA, have appointed the ioioWinS u''-
crates from their respective COUNTIES =,
Esscx-P :. Hunter T. G.. NHlns' ~
T. BrOckenbrough W. s. EubanN, X l..
Ware. and +. J. Green.
Louisa-N W Winston. T. T. Johnson
Henry TAYLOR Thomas : watson, ]. -.
Johnson. Dr. John =. Anderson, T.
Wright. G. II. Herring. and George H.
Judge simms. I'm "a letter 20 the secre.
tary. says: Il am heartily M i'Nor OF
the movement ,... ,..,.,-
Mr.. e. ". Colbert n prominent s.sl-
ness man Of Caroline county. ana Nj IS
Fila Maud Massey. a popular ana ~ =
cnmDlishod Young lady and daughter on
Nr a W Massey. OF SpOtsylVauia. were
married Yesterday al the home oi the
brides parents. ,.
The win OF the late Mrs. Ann ;. f1owne
has Just been admitted io probate III
Washington. The entire estate o. pc
queathed 10 Misses Emily abney Nay
Dabney. and Annie Dabney, daughters
OF the late Robert .. Dahncy, VINO Nas
for many years Clerk OF SpotsylNamA
County Court
rfouslv operated against holiday 'fade IF
keeping the country people lway from
town. but uotwithstan ling tniaNorahie
conditions merchants -tpDrt large safes.
There VIII Doe Christmas c1iepr lions ht
an the churches here. and in contiguous
counties.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-24
THE OFFICER INDICATED.
The Board of Police Commissioners issue
a statement.

NEWPORT NEWS. VA. Dec. %
Sneriai The celebrated case against the
chcs1pcalc and Ohio railroad for work
ING AS plant on sunday. and which has
rsulted In officer 4. T.. Jones. who
or. finally swOre ont the warrant against
tho CORPORATION. contrary 90 the wishes OF
Tho chief OF police. being discharged from
the force. was called IN the Police Court
to-day
a So fine was imposed. Judge Brown,
however. said that n the corporation was
before him again FOR tho same offence
and there was sufficient evidence he would
double the One This H. considered vim
dfcatlon FOR the dcthrOned policeman.
Tho Board OF Police Commissioners
late Tins Afternoon Issued the following
statement
ain order that the public may know
fully the considerations which nctuated
tAr Toard in dlsmissing from the force
officer y r. Jones. the Board desires
10 saw that the law gives them tho power
I'm their dissection 10 remove or appoint
au officer M pleasure officer Jones was
susuendol from The force for fifteen days
for INSTRUMENTATION. His conduct after ne
r-ae eusucuded Wss $50 offensive 20 the
Board that it became necessary TO main
tain Tho authority Of the Board and the
efficiency and discipline OF the force -
dismiss him.
this incident closed. 50 far as they are
concerned.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-12-24

Many People In Favor Of tho whipping
Post state Expenses.

LOUISA. VA. Dec. 23-special-The
FIRST snow OF the season fell this morn
iug before day light. The ground was
not frozen. ana being wet. the snow soon
melted. - d., 81.
More than ordinary interest Is Oh
served ia the proceedings or the Les
fsiaturc some are expecting great
things from the Rctrenchers ana IKE
formers. The largest amount OF goou
could come from the establishment OF
the whipping post. TO be- punished in
amy wav bv the courts rs not a disgrace
40 the negro. \ large majority OF crim-
inals I'm this court are young n'sioe7'
guilty 81 misdemeanOrs thdt can ne
scarcely proven. The punishment shoul a
bee 81 sound "thrcshing' az "a niue cost 10
tho State Everybody is in favor OF
making each county pay MS crlmlnil 'N-
peuscs. as well as for each or its oihclais.
The tax payers Will then know what
their county officials receive Tor lheir
The bill offered by Capt. Pendleton for
protecting sheep in Louisa is not rccos-
nized as Of any value. Nincty-nine hum
dredths of the sheep killed or injured
bv dogs are SO injured IN the night. ana
IL is impossible 10 prove whose dogs ana
the damage II Will prove worse imam
the present law
There have been some recent land sales,
but the prices have been low. The adj
vance i'm prices of farm products have not
affected the value OF tho farms mere
yet Very little preparation Tor another
crop has boon made. ~,
Miss Maud VALE. the daughter or non,
IL. j. Vale. makes most elhclehl """
accommodating DOst-mistreSs.